New Hope Church ENews
  March 1, 2012  

This Sunday is Communion Sunday
What's Up This Week in Sunday School?

"I Want To Be Just Like Jesus: 
"A Living Sacrifice"


In This Issue
Lenten Bible Study
Women's Retreat 2012
Adopt a Room
Walk to Emmaus
Gift Cards
Quick Links

 

Pastor Greg's Message this Sunday
"Hope for the Future, Even at 99!"

24 hours that changed the world24 Hours That Changed the World
Lenten Bible Study

Wednesdays, February 29 - March 28th
Potluck dinner starts at 5:45     

Bible study starts at 6:30

No single event in human history has received more attention than the suffering and crucifixion of Jesus of Nazareth. In this study, author Adam Hamilton guides us through the last twenty-four hours of Jesus' life. Each session is designed to help the participant experience and understand the significance of Jesus' suffering and death in a way you have never done before. Whether you are long-time Christians or simply curious about the story of Christ's crucifixion, you are invited to join us in retracing the last 24 hours of Jesus' life.

This class will be led by Pastor Greg. 

"Help for the Homeless" Hygiene Drive

Brown County Homeless and Housing Coalition, United Way and The Family WEMI 91.9 FM, together with local business and churches of various denominations have all joined together to collect hygiene items for the homeless of Brown County.   

 

16 area agencies including De Pere Christian Outreach will receive the products.

 

Donations needed most are:

Laundry Detergent

Diapers

Shampoo

Dish Soap

Deodorant (unscented)

Wet Wipes

Toilet Paper

Toothpaste

Toothbrushes

Soap (Bar and Soft)

Shower Gel

Paper Towels

Razors (disposable)

Tampons

Depends 

     

Please bring your items and put them into the collection box in the lobby by March 25th.  

Shine! Find Your Voice and Let Your Light Shine!   

2012 Women's Retreat on March 9-10th  

Have you ever wondered how you fit in?  In a sea of noise, can you hear your own voice?  Discover how to let your light shine in a world that sometimes seems too dark.  Toni Loch, a Certified Life Coach and New Hope member will lead us through activities to find our own voice and to let our light shine!  The retreat will be held Friday evening through Saturday afternoon, March 9-10th at the lovely Bay Shore Inn in Sturgeon Bay. Invite your friends and sign up by Monday!  

 

Click here for more info and a registration form! 

 

Adopt A Room - Volunteer Cleaning Program
  
Our church is a vibrant, active place with many things going on!  In order to keep our facility clean and pleasing to the eye for ourselves and our guests/visitors the Trustees have decided to launch an "Adopt A Room" program.  The various duties have been split up so they are more manageable and we encourage you as an individual, a family or a group (ie: a Bible Study group, a class or a group of friends) to "adopt" one or more of the duties below and commit to it for a month.  To volunteer, just sign your name on the sheet located on the back table and we'll give you an info sheet explaining what to do.  Thanks!

Walk to Emmaus

The Walk to Emmaus is a time for spiritual growth through team experience which prepares participants for leadership roles in the church.  Its purposes are to deepen the faith of individuals, to increase the faith of the congregations, and to bring Christianity to the world we live.

Men's weekend - April 19-22
Women's weekend - April 26-29

If interested in attending contact Maria Stevens at maria.t.stevens@gmail.com or the church office.

March Madness Invitation from St. Paul's UMW

St. Paul's United Methodist Women will be having their second annual March Madness on Saturday March 17th from 9:30 am to 2:00 pm at 341 Wilson Ave. in Green Bay. 

Enjoy one stop shopping from the following vendors:  Pampered Chef, Wild Tree (they have gluten free products), Amway, Partylite, Tastefully Simple, Lia Sophia, Mary Kay, Healing Touch Massages, Scentsy, Avon, Tupperware, Usborne Books, Miche Bags, Nancy's Niche ceramics and Thirty One Gifts.

St. Paul's UMW will be selling knives, dishcloths and scrubbies.  There is NO charge to get in, a sub sandwich lunch will be available for only $4.00 and there will also be a silent auction.  All proceeds go to missions. Contact Becky Engebretson (497-7005)  with any questions.  Hope to see you there!!! 
Gift Cards Available
We have the following Gift Cards available for immediate purchase on Sunday.

Gas- Kwik Trip & BP
Grocery - Copps, Festival Foods, Piggly Wiggly
Stores - Fleet Farm, Shopko & Walmart
Restaurants - Applebee's, Gallagher Pizza, Gray Stone Ale House, Hu Hot Mongolian Bar & Grill, Noodles & CompanyPanera Bread, Red Lobster/Olive Garden & Longhorn Steak House, Old Chicago, Great Harvest & Subway

The gift card program is New Hope's largest fundraiser through the rebates the businesses pay. Thank you for your support!