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Message in a Minute
Click the image above to hear from Pastor Randy and to learn about the three Key Announcements for this week!
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Spiritual Reflection
Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity. Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. Let the message of Christ dwell among you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom through psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit, singing to God with gratitude in your hearts. And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.
Colossians 3:12-17
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Download the New Covenant App Today
We’re glad that hundreds of people have downloaded the New Covenant App already!
Using the app, you can watch services, read the Bible, register for events, and so much more.
We hope that this app serves as a powerful resource for everyone, making it easier to grow in faith and fellowship.
To download the church app, simply type “New Covenant UMC” into the Search Bar of the App Store on your iPhone or the Google Play Store on your Android device, and then tap the button to download.
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“The Message of Jesus… A Savior with a Cause”
Billions of people know about Jesus, but fewer “know” Jesus. Many claim to know Jesus but don’t know what he taught. Also, many have misinterpreted the teachings of Jesus and have manipulated His thoughts into a meaning that wasn’t Jesus’s intent.
Jesus was a man, Savior, and Rabbi with a cause. With crystal-clear clarity of His mission, Jesus did not waver on why He came to earth and what He came to accomplish. Over the next four weeks, we will view the teachings of Jesus as He was a “Rebel” with a cause, a “teacher” with a cause, the great “I Am” with a cause, and the “resurrection” with a cause.
Come join us as we dive deep into the teachings of Jesus about the “Kingdom of God” and see the impact of His “cause.”
Discipleship Opportunities
We are encouraging discipleship groups to consider using Adam Hamilton's new book titled, "The Message of Jesus: Words that Changed the World" as a guide for a four-week study to coincide with this sermon series during January 2025. A link to the book on Amazon is below. For any questions about implementing a study related to the sermon series, please use the button below to contact Pat Hill, Care Coordinator, Discipleship.
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Fifth Sunday for Residing Hope Children's Home
This is our fifth Sunday weekend for the children's home. Residing Hope was established as the Florida Methodist Orphanage in 1908. During this time fifth Sunday offerings became an important part of support that was received by the local churches here in Florida. New Covenant continues to bless this ministry through these offerings. Please join us in continuing this tradition.
Donations ensure that they can continue to provide the care needed to support these children. To contribute, please make your check payable to NCUMC and put “Residing Hope” in the memo line.
For more information about Residing Hope, please visit their website.
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GriefShare® (January 2025)
Monday, January 6 from 10 AM - 12 PM
GriefShare support group is a safe, welcoming place where people understand the difficult emotions of grief. Through this 13-week group, you will discover what to expect in the days ahead and what's 'normal' in grief. You will learn hopeful ways of coping with grief in all of its unpredictability...and gain solid support each step of the way.
Registration is required ($20). Cost includes the workbook. If you already have your workbook, no need to pay for a new one. Scholarships are available for those who need. For more information, please contact Sharon Weimert, Care Coordinator.
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Why You Give
As a result of your ministry, they will give glory to God. For your generosity to them and to all believers will prove that you are obedient to the Good News of Christ. (2 Corinthians 9:13)
The blessings that God gives us cultivates a heart of thankfulness. This thankfulness gives glory to God. Ultimately, our giving becomes an act of confessing the gospel of Christ. This is huge! Our correct motivation for giving preaches the gospel! We give because God has given to us!! This is what makes the church different than a charity. We give for the sake of the gospel. When you put your offering in the plate, if your motivation is anything else other than gratitude and thankfulness for God’s salvation, then you don’t need to give. If you are giving for any other end than to see the church make disciples of all nations, then you don’t need to give.
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Legacy Giving
Your legacy giving can be funded by making your church the beneficiary of an insurance policy.
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No Sunday Classes this Weekend
We will not have adult Sunday classes this weekend as our facilitators take a holiday break. We will resume on Sunday, January 5.
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Year-end Considerations
As we wrap up the end of 2024, we’d encourage you, if you have not already done so, to create a user name and password on your portal account. Please click the button below for a tutorial on how to access your portal and print your own contribution statement. This will allow you to check your giving statement for the year and if you find anything that needs to be corrected, please contact the Finance office and they will assist you.
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Staff “Thank You”
The New Covenant Staff would like to thank you for contributing to the Staff Love Offering. We appreciate your generosity very much and hope that you and your loved ones have a blessed holiday season!
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Bargains & Blessings Truck Next Weekend
The Bargains & Blessings Truck will be on the church campus to accept donations next weekend (January 4 & 5) before worship services. We appreciate your ongoing support of this important ministry.
If you have large items to donate, please call Bargains & Blessings at (352) 330-3333 for information about donation pick-up.
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Spirited Singles Sunday Class:
“The God of the How and When”
Begins Sunday, January 5 at 10:15 AM in Classroom 3
Spirited Singles Sunday Class begin a new study about waiting on God and trusting Him in the process is one of the hardest things for any believer.
In this six-session video Bible study, Kathie Lee Gifford and Rabbi Jason Sobel will take you back to the Holy Land where God made His covenant with people like Abraham, Sarah, Moses, Joshua and Mary. “The God of the How and When” will show you how God is still building His kingdom through the lives of the followers of Jesus – and how you are part of this amazing story.
For more information, please contact Pat Hill, Care Coordinator, Discipleship.
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Gospel on the Ground:
The Grit and Glory of the Early Church in Acts
Wednesdays, January 8 – February 19 from 10–11:30 AM
Join Charlene English, Facilitator in this 7-week video based study as she unpacks the life of the early church in the book of Acts and shows us that the kingdom of God is always on the move, always looking outward to bring meaning and joy to a world looking for true fulfillment and hope. Explore the call of Jesus to His disciples then and to us today. See how God’s word can sustain us in the most difficult times.
Registration is required. For more information, please contact Pat Hill, Care Coordinator, Discipleship.
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On Purpose Book Study (January 2025)
Wednesdays, January 8 – 29 from 1–2:30 PM
Pastor Ellen will facilitate this upcoming book study. We are hungry for a sense of purpose, direction, and calling in our lives. That’s as basic an ingredient to the human experience as they come. We want to be part of something bigger than ourselves. We want to participate in something that has eternal merit and lasting impact. We do not want to live a shallow, hollow existence. We yearn for deeper meaning, for deeper purpose within our lives. We want to be more than we are.
In "On Purpose: Finding God’s Voice in Your Passion," authors Magrey deVega, Sam McGlothlin, Jevon Caldwell-Gross, and Susan Robb help us see God's purpose for our lives, how to open ourselves to God's voice, and how to take the first or next step to follow God's call. As you read this book and explore your life alongside others, you’ll learn how to channel your passions, hear God’s voice, and live the life you were meant to live.
For more information, please contact Pat Hill, Care Coordinator, Discipleship.
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Women’s Gathering (January 2025)
Jesus’ Model of Friendship
Thursday, January 9, 2025 from 10–11:30 AM (with lunch to follow)
Some of the most impactful, life-changing connections have begun as chance encounters. It can lead to meeting a friend you didn’t know you needed. Or a stranger you didn’t know needed you! Please plan to attend the January Women’s Gathering program presented by Karen Weber to discover how Jesus provides us with the perfect model of friendship.
“Some people come into our lives and quietly go. Some stay for a while, leave footprints on our hearts and we are never, ever the same.
Source Unknown”
Menu: Baked Meatloaf, Au Gratin Potatoes, Peas & Carrots, Dinner Rolls, Tiramisu
Registration is required. For more information, please contact Pat Hill, Care Coordinator, Discipleship.
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Journeys of Paul Cruise Tour
October 24 – November 4, 2025
Pastor Harold will hold an information meeting on Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 9 AM in the Chapel.
The pilgrimage will be highlighting the key locations where the Apostle Paul launched many of his first century churches such as Corinth and Thessaloniki. The trip also includes time in Santorini and Mykonos, as well as Athens, one of the most historic cities in the world. To register, please use the button below and follow the instructions on the webpage. You may download a brochure for more information. Brochures are also available in the church office and at the Welcome Center.
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Next New Member Class
Wednesday, January 15 at 1 PM
Membership is about commitment to Christ through a local church. Whether you are here full-time, or seasonally, we have a membership type that will fit you and your needs. Church membership is your opportunity to hold each other in responsibility and love. We hope you will consider being a member and become more engaged with your church community.
Registration is required. For more information, please contact Ashley Hill, First Impressions Manager.
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MOAMI 2025 Class
Thursdays, January 16 – March 27, 2025 from 1 PM – 4 PM
MOAMI (Moving on: Always Master Inspired) is a 11-week, faith based program open to all women looking for joy and purpose in the second half of their lives. MAOMI uses biblical principles to help each woman strengthen her relationship with God, develop supportive friendships with other women, learn strategies to successfully move through changes, discover her unique gifts, explore her purpose, and have fun with like-minded women.
The first class (January 16) is a Kickoff from 11 AM – 4 PM and the last class (March 27) is a Celebration from 11 AM – 4 PM (all other classes are from 1 – 4 PM). If you have any questions, please contact Barb Dougal, MOAMI Coordinator.
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Night to Shine 2025 — Volunteers Needed
Friday, February 7, 2025 from 5 PM – 9 PM
We have two committees which we need more volunteers. If you are able to add one of these committees to the role you are already signed up for that would be great. We also appreciate you passing this information on to your friends. The Set-Up and Tear-Down Committees require some muscle. We appreciate you reaching out to those you know that may be interested in helping. Everyone who volunteers is blessed by the experience.
- Required Meeting: Thursday, January 16 from 5:30–6:30 PM
- Dress Rehearsal: Thursday, February 6 from 4–6 PM
- Event: February 7 from 4–10 PM
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Purchase from Our Registries
We’ve created registries with needed items at Walmart and Amazon. Your purchases directly contribute to the event's success. Thank you for your generosity and support in creating a magical night for our guests. Your contributions make a world of difference!
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Night to Shine Fundraiser
Check out the Night to Shine fundraiser on Sunday, January 12 from 6 PM – 8:30 PM at the Savannah Center — "Ballroom Dance Plus." For more information, please download the attached flyer.
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Farewell Pastor Jeff
We have been very grateful for Pastor Jeff Vermilya during Pastor Donna Hendren’s leave of absence. Pastor Jeff is heading back to Spain for a couple months. We are particularly thankful for his invaluable workshops to help our volunteers be better equipped.
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Barb Danielson
Pat Fitzgerald
Kelly Lawrimore
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Robert Masson
Nish Overbeek
Nick Sterr
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Karen, who recently lost her husband unexpectantly.
Prayer quilts are made by a dedicated group in our church who envision the quilts being a special gift of love for people facing difficult situations. If you would like to order a prayer quilt, please click the button below.
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Our prayers, love, and sympathy are extended to...
Connie, Kathy, Karen, and Jerry, plus family and friends on the passing of their mother, Dorothy J. Brown.
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For upcoming Celebrations of Life at New Covenant United Methodist Church, please click the button below. | |
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Altar Flowers
Flower orders must be received by noon on Tuesday for flowers to be delivered that weekend. To place an order for altar flowers, please contact Ginny Davis, Ministry Assistant, using the button below.
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