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New Hope Church Weekly E-News
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9:30! REMINDER!
WORSHIP STARTS AT 9:30!
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September 8, 2011
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Sermon
"I Don't Want to Shake Hands and Forget It!"
based on Matthew 18: 21-35
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Upcoming Opportunities to "Grow Where You Are Planted"
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Bad Girls of the Bible - Sundays 8:30 a.m. - starts Sept. 25th
Author Liz Curtis Higgs takes a look at the vamps and tramps of the Bible, searching for the lessons these wicked women have to teach. These biblical stories are retold with rollicking humor and deep insight. Led by Julie Fricke this study starts on Sunday, September 25th at 8:30 a.m. in room 105.
Come As You Are Bible Study - Sundays 10:30 a.m.
This class is a lively discussion of the Bible one chapter at a time. No prior reading necessary ...just "come as you are". Led by Dr. Clark Stevens, this class meets at 10:30 a.m. in room 105 and can be joined any week during the year.
Sunday School - Sundays 10:30 a.m.
For 3 year olds through 7th grade, the kids will meet first in room 104 for a time of music and a weekly lesson before they split into age appropriate groups for discussion and a project. Lead teacher, Amy Powell, will be assisted by Julie Fricke (music), Stacy Stecker, Crystal Ristow, Jen Engel, Nancy Kelley, Roxy Reckelberg, Linda Cook, and Natalie Mitchell. If you'd like to help, please contact Patti or Amy.
Confirmation Class - Sundays 10:30 a.m. (or time TBD)
In this class youth eighth grade and older learn what it means to be part of the United Methodist Church. What is our history? What do we believe? How do we show we are Christians? As part of the class they will also go on a mission trip. In May the youth are encouraged to claim their faith as their own and join the church. Led by Rev. Barb Ristow, this class will meet at 10:30 on Sunday mornings (or a time to be determined) in the "Confirmation Corner".
Life and Teachings of Jesus - Sundays 10:30 a.m.
"I don't know enough about the Bible to be in a Bible study!" Ever feel like you don't know enough about the Bible to be in a Bible study? Then this class is for you! Starts with the basics and learn about Jesus' life, what he did while here on earth, and what he had to say. Led by Ruth Hunter this class will meet Sundays at 10:30 a.m. in room 103.
Young Hope Youth Group - Sundays 5:30 p.m.
Adam and Julia Brown along with Brian Reimer will be hanging out with the youth, challenging them to think about important issues, eating junk food, playing games, lending a helping hand, and more. Sundays from 5:30 - 7:00 in room 104.
Disciple 2 (Into the Word, Into the World) - Mondays 6:30 - 9:00 p.m.
Led by Dr. Clark Stevens, Disciple 2, is a study that focuses on the books of Genesis, Exodus, Luke, and Acts. This 32-week in-depth study of the Bible meets Mondays from 6:30 to 9:00 p.m. in room 105. The series starts September 12th and will finish in May. The cost of the study guide is $40.
"That Thing That You Do!" - Mondays 5:30 p.m. at FUMC
What does a healthy lifestyle look like and how do we move in that direction? Whether your goal is to lose weight or move more, join us beginning September 12th at 5:30 on Monday evenings in FUMC's Zeimer building as we explore centering and balancing Food, Movement, our Head and our Heart around God. There will be an optional (confidential) weigh in starting at 5:00, a detailed food plan available, and special opportunities through the YWCA. Patti Bacher, Director of Ministries at New Hope UMC, will lead this class and invites you to find out why it's "That Thing That You Do!"
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Gift Card Fall Kickoff Special
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On Rally Day - Sunday, September 11th
Order $100 in Gift Cards and receive a $1.00 gift card from either McDonalds or Dairy Queen, your choice. $1.00 for each $100 you order!
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NEW FAMILIES to the Gift Card program Order $100 in Gift Certificates and receive your choice of McDonalds or Dairy Queen for each member of your family! Families of 4 - 100.00 in Gift Certificates, receive $4.00 in McDonalds or Dairy Queen!
Special is for Sunday, September 11th, so BRING your checkbook!!!
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New Hope is Connected to Birth of the
Methodist Church in Romania!
| Rev. Daniel Topalski, pastor of our partner church in Russe, Bulgaria and District Superintendent of Bulgaria and now Romania sends this news:
"The United Methodist Church in Romania was born during the morning worship service on September 4, 2011 in Kluj. The service was led by Superintendent Daniel Topalski from Bulgaria. Fifteen candidates were accepted as members and the Holy Communion was celebrated after the sermon dedicated to the importance of the Eucharist for the life of the church.
After that the charge conference was constituted. The members of the conference elected five-members church council and recommended Rares Calugar to be appointed as a local pastor and Samuel Goia - as a lay pastor for the ministry in the villages. The recommendations will be reported to the Board of Ordained Ministry in Bulgaria for supporting vote. The conference was closed with a prayer for the future growth of the UMC in Romania.
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What's New in Sunday School?
| "Need to know info" for parents
A fantastic Sunday School year is ready to be launched this Sunday starting at 10:30. As soon as the worship service is over the kids can head to room 104 where they will have an hour of fun learning about God. Between now and Christmas they will learn about the Tower of Babel, Jacob and Esau, the crossing of the Red Sea, the Battle of Jericho and more! We ask the parents to bring in a box of crackers, cookies or snack item that we'll use over the next couple months. We will also have a sign up sheet in the Sunday School room to take turns bringing a fresh fruit snack each week. This first week we'll all enjoy ICE CREAM SUNDAES for Rally Day! During the Sunday School hour parents are encouraged to either stay with the kids and enjoy learning with them, attend an adult Bible Study being offered at the same time, or to run errands and come back for the children at 11:30. (Confirmation will also be offered at that time in case you'd like to sit in and learn more about our Methodist heritage.) |
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DOING OUR JOB
"Children's lives are affected by every adult they interact with at church." - Rev. Adam Hamilton
| The excerpt below is quoted from Sound Bites Ministry
We have created a culture of violence, one that numbs the minds of children who are often not supported by parents. We've created a culture where drugs, alcohol, and teen sex are endorsed everywhere we turn. We indulge our children with violent toys and video games; we let them see movies or television programs that are saturated with violence. A moment of silence at the beginning of the [school] day would not change these realities. What would change them is a personal and genuine Christian faith. It is through our faith in Jesus Christ and the power of the Holy Spirit working in us that we find the strength, convictions, and power to live as Christ's people. But it is not the job of the school to bring our children to Christ; it is the responsibility of parents, grandparents, aunts and uncles, friends, and the church. If kids meet Christ today it will be because of churches that are willing to be lighthouses and because, during the hour a week we have these kids in Sunday school, church members take seriously the call to teach and mentor children and lead children to discipleship or because others are willing to be youth group sponsors and youth Bible study leaders. Lives are changed because of what our Sunday school teachers and youth leaders do. Children's lives are affected by every adult they interact with at church. And more children from our community need to be invited to church. If our children will learn the Lord's Prayer, if they will come to know Noah and Abraham, Esther and Ruth , Joseph and Mary, and most important, Jesus Christ, they will do so because we are doing our job in caring for children and loving them into the kingdom of God! -- Adam Hamilton in Confronting the Controversies |
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New Hope YOUTH Group
| Middle School and High School Youth
SUNDAY SEPT. 11TH 5:30 - 7:00 P.M.
Adam and Julia Brown are teaming up with Brian Reimer to lead Youth Group. It's going to be a fantastic year of fun events, hanging out, chatting about God and how your faith shapes your decisions, eating stuff and going places.
Text your friends and tell them to come with you!
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Mission a Month - Birthday Party Fun!
| New Hope's mission for September will be collecting birthday party supplies for Freedom House. (Freedom House is a local shelter for homeless families.) Whether you have fun items left from a party at your home or you see a great sale at the store bring them in to share birthday party goodness with others!
- Streamers
- Wrapping Paper
- Balloons
- Bows
- Decorations
- Cake Mix
- Frosting
- Party favors
- Any birthday party item!
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ME an EVANGELIST? NO WAY!
| The first in a series on "Sharing & Inviting"
by Rev. Barbara Ristow Associate of Evangelism, Wisconsin Annual Conference UMC ME an EVANGELIST? NO WAY! The words evangelism, and evangelist can invoke a number of feelings and/or reactions in people. Many times the first reaction is a negative one, "those evangelists on TV-they talk kind crazy, and it seems they are always asking for money." Another thought might be one of curiosity, "I've heard that word, but I'm not exactly sure what that means," or perhaps, "I'd like to hear more." Yet another, and often the most common response, is one of fear and rejection, "Me an Evangelist? No way! I'm not going to stand on the street corner or knock on doors and force my religious beliefs on people. And besides, I really don't know that much about the Bible." The basic definition for the word evangelism is really quite simple: An ancient Christian term, derived from the Greek of the New Testament, evangelion, the good news, meaning the "gospel," or God's good news of the promise of salvation (the removal of guilt from sin through Christ's sacrifice on the cross) to all who have faith in Christ. Therefore, an evangelist is simply one who brings or announces the good news (the Gospel) of God or Jesus Christ. Two simple words not to be feared or rejected by those who claim the name Christian (a follower of Jesus Christ). Watch for the second article in this series Sharing & Inviting wherein you will hear what the Bible says about us all being called to be evangelists, or sharers of the Good News. |
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Help Needed with Storm Clean Up
| | The Wisconsin Conference reports that the Lake Lucerne Camp and Retreat Center (one of the UMC camps at Neshkoro, WI) has sustained extensive damage from last Friday's storms. The Wis Conference trained chainsaw team has been notified and requested to respond as possible today, Wednesday and Thursday of this week and next week. Anyone else who is physically able to help clear branches and debris is welcome--even a day or part of a day is a help. The instructions are to report to the main office at the Lake Lucerne UM Camp, W6460 County Road YY, Neshkoro, WI, which will be open from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. those days. Water and rest room facilities are available, but you are asked to bring your own food and work gloves for your day's work activity. Be sure to contact Charmian, camp office manager, at 920-293-4488 prior to coming to the camp. The disaster response team is still in the process of assessing damage throughout the state and will report back if help is needed elsewhere. |
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Invitations for Conference Events
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- This Sunday, September 11th at 1:30 pm - we have been invited to hear Bishop Linda Lee speak at Menasha Family UMC (a new church start, just like us!). Please let Pastor Greg know if you are able to attend.
- Sunday, September 18th at 4:00 p.m. - we are invited to Suamico UMC to hear Rev. Dan Dick, Director of Ministries for Wisconsin Conference, speak on planning and culture.
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Single & Parenting Class
Help & Hope for Single Parents
| Every Wednesday at 6:45 p.m.
If you're a single parent, you're probably tired, overwhelmed and feeling a bit underappreciated. That's why New Hope is sponsoring a Single & Parenting group - to share tips and parenting wisdom that will help you find rest, hope and encouragement.
Other people don't truly understand how tough it is to be a single parent-day after day after day. Sometimes you want to give up. And that's a normal reaction-you're doing the job of two people. You should be tired.
The thing is, you deeply desire to do what's best for your kids, but you worry that you can't. Sometimes it's all you can do to survive from one day to the next.
So what can you do?
Single & Parenting groups address these concerns. You'll discover how to deal with your deep-down worries and your day-to-day struggles.
At a weekly Single & Parenting group, you'll meet with other single parents to learn and discuss some amazing parenting strategies and hope-filled insights.
The 13-week series meets Wednesdays at 6:45 p.m. The sessions are all stand alone so participants can join at any time in the series.
Anyone who can benefit is welcome to attend - please feel free to invite friends, relatives and neighbors to come.
More info is available online at singleandparenting.org
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DivorceCare Available on Wednesday Evenings
| Every Wednesday at 6:45 p.m.
 DivorceCare is a special weekly seminar and support group for people who are separated or divorced. It takes a long time and a lot of work to heal the pain that comes with the breakup of a marriage. DivorceCare is a place where you can be around people who understand what you are feeling. It's a place where you can hear valuable information about ways to heal from the hurt of divorce. The 13 week program is designed so that you can begin attending on any week as each session topic stands on it's own. You can continue attending until you have covered all the topics or until you feel ready to move on. More information is available at divorcecare.org.
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