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June 20, 2010
General Fund $ 3378.00
Designated Fund $ 388.00
Attendance:
Traditional 61
Sunday School 70
Contemporary 52
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Sun. June 20th - Fri. June 25th: Youth Mission Trip to Birmingham
Wed. June 23rd:
6:30pm Bible Studies for all ages
Sunday, June 27th:
9:00am Traditional Worship
10:15am Sunday School
11:15am Contemporary Worship
Tuesday, June 29th:
6:30pm SPRC Meeting
for a complete calendar visit our calendar on the church website. |
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Ministry
June 27, 2010 | | |
Traditional Service
Ushers: Volunteers Needed
Nursery: Melinda Dixon or Trish Harnen
Sunday School
Nursery: Volunteer Needed
Contemporary Service
Greeters: Volunteer Needed
Nursery: Volunteer Needed
Projection Assistant
Laura & Phillip Clontz
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Birthdays
June 3 Melissa Daniel
June 14 Robin Martin
June 15 Carlie Collazo
June 17 Noah Guffey
June 21 Carrie Bucklin
June 24 Anna Kate Self
June 25 Kim Collazo
June 29 Kelly Saylor
Anniversaries
June 5th- Mike & Janie Franks |
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Prayers!! | | |
If you would like to be a part of the praying community at New Life, please contact Nell Barker at barker2@nehp.net or 728-8003 or Denise Acker at kittey@nehp.net or 728-4988
Thank you! |
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Women's Bible Study 9:00AM Monday -- Youth Center Every 2nd Saturday Simpson Point Trash Pickup, Top of the Mountain @ 8:00AM Every 3rd Saturday-
10:00-12:00 Youth Trash Pick-up
Word Mountain
Every 4th Sunday
United Methodist Men's Breakfast 6:00AM to cook, 7:00AM to eat. |
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New Life Line
June 23, 2010 |
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Greetings!
Don't forget to keep our youth
mission team in your prayers!
Laura Grace Ayers, William Brown,
Kenneth Paul Dennis, Sydney Garner, Daniel Newton, Morgan Newton, Claudia
Taylor and Cassie Taylor and their chaperones: Rhonda Dennis, Rhonda Garner, and Milanda Taylor
The ancient rabbis used to say that God created humanity
because he liked stories. One
proof of God's love of stories is that God chose to reveal himself to us
through the stories of the Bible. And Jesus' favorite teaching method was storytelling. And throughout the Bible, we are told
to remember important stories because the stories not only teach us who God is,
but the stories also remind us of God's faithfulness even in the most difficult
times. This week's movie is "The
Two Towers," the second movie in the wonderful Lord of the Rings trilogy. The Lord of the Ring movies and novels
remind us of the power of story to shape us and to give us strength and hope
even when we are ready to give up-a very Biblical concept as our scripture this
week reminds us:
12Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses,
let us also lay aside every weight and the sin that clings so closely, and let
us run with perseverance the race that is set before us, 2looking to
Jesus the pioneer and perfecter of our faith, who for the sake of the joy that
was set before him endured the cross, disregarding its shame, and has taken his
seat at the right hand of the throne of God. 3Consider him who
endured such hostility against himself from sinners, so that you may not grow
weary or lose heart. 4In your struggle against sin you have not yet
resisted to the point of shedding your blood. 5And you have
forgotten the exhortation that addresses you as children- "My child, do not
regard lightly the discipline of the Lord, or lose heart when you are punished
by him; 6for the Lord disciplines those whom he loves, and chastises
every child whom he accepts." 7Endure trials for the sake of
discipline. God is treating you as children; for what child is there whom a
parent does not discipline? 8If you do not have that discipline in
which all children share, then you are illegitimate and not his children. 9Moreover,
we had human parents to discipline us, and we respected them. Should we not be
even more willing to be subject to the Father of spirits and live? 10For
they disciplined us for a short time as seemed best to them, but he disciplines
us for our good, in order that we may share his holiness. 11Now,
discipline always seems painful rather than pleasant at the time, but later it
yields the peaceful fruit of righteousness to those who have been trained by
it. 12Therefore lift your drooping hands and strengthen your weak
knees, 13and make straight paths for your feet, so that what is lame
may not be put out of joint, but rather be healed. Hebrews 12:1-13
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What are the stories that have shaped your life?
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If you could only share one story about your life with your
children, what would it be?
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If you could only share one story from the Bible what would
it be?
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If you could only share one story about Jesus to someone who
does not believe what would it be? And why?
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In the midst of struggles and temptations, what Biblical
stories do you find strengthen you?
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When you are trying to discern how to live your life, how to
behave and how to face temptation, what stories do you recall?
- I love the way Eugene Petterson translates verse 3 in The Message: "When you find yourselves flagging in your faith, go over that
story again, item by item, that long litany of hostility he plowed through.
That will shoot adrenaline into your souls!"
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In what ways does remembering the
story of Jesus "shoot adrenaline into your soul"?
See you this Sunday as we discuss "The
Story that Really Matters"! Pastor Sherill
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 "Summer at the Movies"
Sermon Series
June 27th - "The Lord of the Rings" --The Story That Really Matters
Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-13
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 June 27th- 4th Sunday Food Drive!
In participation with our 4th Sunday Food Drive, please remember to bring CANNED VEGGIES ON JUNE 27TH! All of these donations will stay in the Grant area to help our local families in need. The "Rising Above" Ministries, formerly "The Fountain", strives not only to bring our local families a full stomach, but also hope and encouragement through friendship and devotions. Sometimes a kind word or good deed means just as much as a meal, and we have several folks in our congregation that do this so well: Bob and Nell Barker, Jack and Jean Wilkie, Wes and Phyllis Paradise and COUNTLESS others! We are very thankful for all that you do, and know that the message that you bring to local families is priceless. |
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Please keep our Youth Mission Team in your prayers this week! They are in Birmingham at the Joe Rush Center for Urban Mission, an inner-city mission agency of the United Methodist Church in Birmingham, AL. |
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Please keep all of our campers in your prayers this coming week as church camp begins on June 27th. If you would like to send the campers a card or letter please see Pastor Melisa for the address! |
 Start Spreading the Word!
NEW LIFE VBS IS COMING!
July 12-16, 2010 Ages: 3 thru Rising 5th Graders
Come prepared for a High Seas Expedition Spectacular!
Nursery will be available for Ages 2 and Under. |
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VBS MEETING: June 30, 2010
A VBS planning meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, June 30 at 7:30pm. Everyone interested in helping out is invited to attend (whether or not you have signed up before). For any questions, please see Pastor Melisa!
See you there! |
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YOUTH SUMMER SCHEDULE!
The Youth will not meet on Sunday Night's this Summer! Please see below for Summer Youth Schedule of Activities!
Youth Summer Activities (for rising 6th-12th grades):
Starting Wednesday, June 9th: Minute-to-Win-It Wednesdays! 6:30 pm at the Youth Center every Wednesday
June 20-25: Mission Trip to Birmingham
Sunday, June 27: High School Pool Party at Buffington's
Wednesday, July 7: Middle School Pool Party
July 12-16: VBS (youth will assist)
Friday, July 30: Youth Lock-In
Sunday, August 1st: Youth Sunday
TO BE RESCHEDULED: Clean-up Kidtopia Mission Day
& Spring Valley Beach.
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NEW LIFE SHEPHERD MINISTRY
We need each of you to be praying to find out if God is leading you into this ministry.
The Shepherd Ministry will be making phone calls, visiting, and sending cards to members of our church family.
Each member will receive a list of approximately 8 to 10 families for which you will be responsible for keeping in touch with calls, visits, and/or sending cards.
If God leads, please join us for blessings you won't believe.
Contact Nell Barker at 728-8003 |
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~Nursery Workers & Ushers Needed~
Feel the need to serve the church through working in the Nursery or being an Usher??? GREAT!!!
Ushers
We are in need of Ushers for the rest of the year. A Sign-up sheet is located in the Narthex or you can contact Carrie Bucklin ( newlifeumc@nehp.net) to sign up. Please indicate which month you would like to serve, and if you would like to split the month with someone....
Nursery Workers
We are in need of Nursery Workers for the following times:
2nd Sunday of the Month - Sunday School Hour
3rd Sunday of the Month - Sunday School Hour
4th Sunday of the Month - Sunday School/Contemporary Worship
5th Sunday (when applicable) - Sunday School/Contemp. Worship
All Nursery workers must pass a background check (please see Carrie Bucklin for more details) or must sign up with an individual that has already completed a background check. This is to keep in compliance with the Safe Sanctuary Policy and there are NO EXCEPTIONS to this rule. Time Commitments would include showing up at the start of your particular time and staying for at least 15 minutes into the Hour Slot. If no one shows up or has not contacted you to say they would be bringing a child from the service, you are Free to Go! Easy as that!!! |
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 Pastor's Wednesday Night Bible Study
Topic: How God Takes Our Little & Makes It Much
Every Wednesday Night at 6:30pm in the Choir Room! Mark Your Calendars!
Also available EVERY WEDNESDAY, Bible Studies for all ages! Come and have fun regardless of age!
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Annual Conference Report - 2010
The 2010 North Alabama Conference opened on the morning of June 4, 2010, at ClearBranch United Methodist Church. One important thing you should know: Pastor Sherill was appointed as pastor of New Life for another year! The North Alabama Conference focuses on one of five priorities each year.
This year the focus was Effective Leadership.
Here are some highlights from Friday and Saturday:
·To kick off the day on Friday, Rev. Marcus Singleton challenged the Conference asking "Has all of God been invited into the Church?" He said, "Effective leadership is not enough. ... If we expect God to transform our church we have to broaden the invitation." He concluded, "Until we are able to testify about what the Holy Spirit is doing in our lives we will continue to get what we got."
·Using 21st century technology, missionary John Funk opened the Friday afternoon session with prayer via Skype. He and his wife Suzanne are missionaries from North Alabama serving in Bolivia.
·Some of you may remember that last year at this same time Sumatanga was near bankruptycy. Chair of the Sumatanga Trustees Mike Byrne announced that Sumatanga is now debt free. He also announced that reservations and usage of the facility are up.
·11 new deacons and elders in full connection were ordained.
·27 new local pastors received their license.
·Saturday was dedicated to the Conference theme "Effective Leadership" and featured guest teacher Rev. Adam Hamilton of the United Methodist Church of the Resurrection in Leawood, Kansas. Rev. Hamilton started this church in 1990 when he was 25 years old and it is now the largest The United Methodist Church with over 12,000 adult members and an average weekly worship attendance of over 7,500.
·During the three teaching sessions he focused on three Qualities of Leaders People Will Follow: Effective Leadership; Effective Worship and Preaching; and Evangelism. Rev. Hamilton talked about how many of our churches are left with an older generation, and in order to have our churches continue and thrive in the future we will need to "Change, innovate, improve or die." Some thought-provoking questions he encouraged us to think about were: Why do people need Jesus? Why do people need the Church? and Why do people need your particular church? I am sad that more of our congregation did not have the opportunity to hear his preaching. I recommend his book, "Seeing Gray in a World of Black and White" for more details on his teaching.
You may not know this but Annual Conference is open to everyone! Next year's annual conference will be in Madison, Alabama at Asbury UMC. Hopefully, more people from our church will be able to attend with this closer, more convenient location.
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*CAMERA FOUND*
A black Sony camera was found at the Youth Center. Please call/email/stop by the church office if this is yours!
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED - CHURCH FREEZER CLEAN UP
Date of Clean up- Monday June 28th
Volunteers are needed to assist in the cleaning out of the church freezer located in the fellowship hall kitchen. Men are preferred since this freezer is quite full and the items are quite heavy! So if you are looking for a good way to cool off during this hot weather, contact Wes Paradise to volunteer! |
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Church Office Hours
8 AM - 1 PM Monday Through Friday
728-2093
Church Staff
Pastor:
Sherill Clontz (256) 508-3760 (cell)
Secretary:
Carrie Bucklin 728-2093
Choir Director:
Susan Smith 728-7559 (hm)
Contemporary Music Director:
Jim Holcomb 587-0217
Youth Director:
Milanda Taylor 728-3099
Children's Ministry Director:
Rev. Melisa Saccucci (256) 337-3101 (cell)
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Vision of New Life United Methodist Church
The mission statement of the United Methodist Church is:
To make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world
Therefore, we will:
NURTURE
EMPOWER
WORSHIP
LOVE THEM IN
INVITE PEOPLE INTO A RELATIONSHIP WITH CHRIST
FELLOWSHIP
ENGAGE THE COMMUNITY
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