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October 31, 2010 General Fund: $2706.00 November 7, 2010
General Fund $ 3298.10
Communion Rail Offering for Thanksgiving Baskets
$2637.25
Attendance
Traditional Service: 53
Sunday School: 52
Contemporary Service: 37
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Wed, Nov 10th:
6:30pm Bible Studies for all ages Sunday, Nov 14th: 9:00am Traditional Worship 10:15am Sunday School 11:15am Contemporary Worship
5:00pm Christmas Program Practice 5:30pm Youth
5:30pm Choir Practice
6:30pm Handbell Practice
Tuesday, Nov.16th:6:30pm NCD Church Health Team Meeting
for a complete calendar visit our calendar on the church website.
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Ministry
November 14th
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Traditional Service: Ushers: Craig Clontz & Kyle Saylor
Nursery: Mary Edmonds
Sunday School: Nursery: Volunteer Needed
Contemporary Service: Greeter: Dwain & Brenda Click
Nursery: Volunteer Needed
Projection Assistant: |
| Birthdays and Anniversaries | |
Happy Birthday!
Nov. 3 Sherill Clontz Nov. 4 Jennifer Anderton Nov. 4 Jordan Franks Nov. 8 Scott Martin Nov. 14 Rod Eddleman Nov. 17 Greta Ayers Nov. 20 Kyle Saylor Nov. 21 Laura Grace Ayers Nov. 28 Charlie Ayers Nov. 28 Nicole Filmore Nov. 29 Anthony Anderton Happy Anniversary!
Nov. 9th
Rocky & Trish Harnen
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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
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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. |
| Be a Hero-
Mentor a Child | |
Mentors meet with a child weekly to develop and provide healthy relationships for children in the Marshall County school system. If you are interested, please contact Diana Turner at turnerd@marshallk12.org |
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New Life Line
November 10, 2010
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Greetings!
The King James Version of the Bible constantly uses the refrain "and it came to pass." A friend of mine used to say it was one of the most comforting refrains in the Bible because it reminded him that tough times came to pass not to stay.
Of course, the truth is that it also reminds us that all things are pass, the good and the bad. We live in a world defined by changes and we worship a God who majors in changes. After all, this is the God who makes all things new!
We are now approaching a time of change at New Life. For those who weren't able to be with us on Sunday, I need to share that I will be leaving New Life in January. As most of you know, since June I have served both as the pastor of New Life and as the Associate District Superintendent of the Northeast District. It comes to pass that in January, I will move into a full time role as the Associate District Superintendent and a new pastor will be appointed to New Life. I share this with a heavy heart because I love this congregation, but I also share this knowing that God is at work within all these changes.
I realize many of you are unfamiliar with the process of appointing pastors in the United Methodist Church. If you wish to know more, I encourage you to read A Reflection on the Making of Appointments. New Life's Staff/Pastor Parish Committee (SPRC) is working with our District Superintendent to ensure that he is aware of the needs of this congregation as the Bishop and his cabinet prayerfully work toward appointing your next pastor. If you have any questions or input, feel free to contact the members of the committee. They are Melinda Dixon, chair, Rocky Harnen, Charlie Ayers, Jean Cobb, Denise Acker, Rhonda Garner, Judy Franks, Doug Sibley, and Phyllis Paradise. The SPRC will let you know about the new pastor as soon as they can. In the meantime, we all ask for your prayers on behalf of the Bishop and cabinet as they make this appointment.
I will share more personally during the next few months as we prepare to say goodbye. In the meantime, we still have lots of ministry to do! Plus we are entering into one of my favorite times of worship: Advent and Christmas! And I look forward to worshipping with you!
This Sunday is our annual Laity Sunday and our Lay Leader, Rocky Harnen, will preach. His Scripture is found in the fourth chapter of Matthew:
18 Walking along the beach of Lake Galilee, Jesus saw two brothers: Simon (later called Peter) and Andrew. They were fishing, throwing their nets into the lake. It was their regular work. 19 Jesus said to them, "Come with me. I'll make a new kind of fisherman out of you. I'll show you how to catch men and women instead of perch and bass." 20 They didn't ask questions, but simply dropped their nets and followed. Matthew 4:18-20 - Peter and Andrew simply dropped their nets and followed Jesus! What would you be willing to drop everything and risk everything to follow?
- What does it mean to follow Jesus?
- How can we "catch" men and women for Jesus?
- In what ways do you fish for new disciples of Jesus?
- What holds you back?
Have a great Sunday!
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November 14th
Laity Sunday
Rocky Harnen will preach on
Matthew 4:18-20
"Huntin' for Jesus"
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Changes and Additions to Meeting Schedules
Please note these changes and additions to our meeting schedule!
Tuesday, November 16th
Church Health Team meeting 6:30 pm
Thursday, November 18th
Lay Leadership Meeting 7:00pm
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New Life Youth
Sunday Nights in the Fellowship Hall
Optional Meal and Hang Out 5:30 - 6:00 pm
Bible Study 6:00 - 7:30 pm
For 6th - 12th Grades
Theme: Color My World
God calls us to live in full color. By the pictures we paint with our lives, the values we live by, the courage to live our faith out loud, and the willingness to stand for what's right and good and true, we join God in coloring our world beautiful!
November 14th: Claiming and Naming
November 21st: I Declare....: Making a Statement
REFRESH New Year's Eve Youth Retreat
Thurs. Dec 30th - Sat. Jan 1st
Location: Camp Sumatanga
Cost: $75
For: 6th - 12th Graders
See Milanda to sign up or for more details!
Chaperones are Needed!
Youth Fundraisers
Rada Cutlery: The Youth will be selling Rada Cutlery as a fundraiser. Great Christmas gifts for friends, family, parents, grandparents, neighbors, co-workers, teachers, coaches, and volunteers! Contact Sherry Newton to purchase.
Youth Poinsettia Fundraiser
Purchase a poinsettia for $15 in honor of or in memory of a loved one to be listed in the church bulletin during Advent. Poinsettiašs will be displayed on the chancel during Advent. You may pick up your plant on Sunday, December 26th. All proceeds to benefit Youth Center Renovations.
To purchase: See the church office, Milanda Taylor or watch for an order form in your Sunday Bulletin. |
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You are invited to join us for New Life's
(re)NEW(ed) Sunday School Class
Your Bible The Study Begins
Teachers: Pastor Sherill and Rocky Harnen
Join us Sunday mornings in the Fellowship Hall for a (re)NEW(ed) Sunday School class. Rocky Harnen's adult class, which has been studying the Andy Griffith and Beverly Hillbillies bible studies, is expanding and exploring new areas. We will begin this week on a 7-week study of the Bible. Join us as we explore how the Bible came to be, ways to study the Bible, and the place of the Bible in our lives.
If you've never really studied the Bible, this is a great place to start. If you have been studying the Bible for years, this is a great place to share, to learn, and to grow.
Join us this Sunday as we get started! |
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**ATTENTION ALL SENIOR HIGH YOUTH**
Generation Change is an entertaining, informative youth bible study by well-know money management expert Dave Ramsey with appearances by Toby Mac, Michael W. Smith, and Jason & Daniel of Hawk Nelson. This study shows today's students how money really works, how God views money, and how to grow into responsible young adults who are ready to embrace all of God's blessings.
The Study will be during the Sunday School hour! All SENIOR HIGH youth are invited to participate in this fun, entertaining and informative study and we strongly encourage you to invite your friends! All participating youth will receive a Generation Change T-shirt.
For more information see Greta Ayers, Sherry Newton or Miland Taylor.
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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 the New Life Shepherd Ministry. This ministry will be making calls, visiting and sending cards to members of our church family. Each member of the ministry team will receive a list, of approximately 8 to 10 families, to be responsible for keeping in touch with. If God leads you, please join us for blessings you won't believe!
Contact Nell Barker at 728-8003 |
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Christmas Program Practice
Every Sunday Evening
5:00pm - 6:30pm!
For more information, please see
Chellee Bailey or Wendy Self.
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Mark Your Calendars!
Bible Studies for all ages, every Wednesday Night at 6:30 pm.
Join us this Wednesday as we begin a journey through the Bible! For the next 13 weeks, we will explore the book of Genesis reflecting on the meaning of creation, sin and sacrifice. We'll reflect on the wonderful adventures of Abraham, Jacob and Joseph. And we'll learn what it means to be God's people who are blessed to be a blessing. Bring your Bible and a willingness to learn and join us in our journey. |
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HELP WANTED!
We need volunteers to run projection and sound for the contemporary service. Contact Jim Holcomb via email for more information.
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Rising Above Ministries
Monthly Report for October 2010
During the Month of October, we served the following:
Oct 7 - served 78 families with food
Oct 13 - served 82 families with food
Oct 20 - served 108 families with food
Oct 27 - served 124 families with food
During the month of October, we provided the following:
2 families with sofas
2 families - caught up on electric bills
1 family - gasoline for an appointment
Several families received winter coats
Second Chance Treasures, our Thrift Store, opened November 5 and 6th. We will be open every Friday 10 to 2 and every Saturday 8 to 12.
We appreciate your donations:
Monetary
Clothing in good condition
Appliances in working condition
Furniture in good condition
Household items in good condition
and VOLUNTEERS!!!!!!!!!!!
We have specific needs for the following:
Sofas
Chairs
Heaters
Winter Coats
Spreads and Blankets
Aid with Utility Bills
Please call 256-783-6938 for VOLUNTEERING, DONATIONS or PICK UP OF DONATIONS.
Thank you very much,
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Church Office Hours
8 AM - 2:30 PM Monday Through Thursday
8 AM - 11:00 Friday
728-2093
Church Staff Pastor: Sherill Clontz (256) 508-3760 (cell)
Secretary: Carrie Bucklin 728-2093
Choir Director:
Tammy Harbin 728-3233
Contemporary Music Director: Jim Holcomb 587-0217
Youth Director:
Milanda Taylor 728-3099
Children's Ministry Director:
Custodian: DeLoris Bevel 728-2093 |
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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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