Sunday, November 17, 2024
Worship Services - 8:30am and 11:00am
Sunday School classes for all ages at 10:00am
Nursery care for children 0-2 is available during the 11:00 service and during Sunday School.
Children’s Church for ages 3-5 is available during the sermon portion of the 11:00 service.
Join us on Sunday morning to pray over our worship services!
Connection Cards
We have Connection Cards available on the backs of the chairs in the sanctuary. Guests can fill them out and take them to the Info Center for a free gift. Anyone can use them to submit prayer requests, request more information about ministries, update personal contact information, ask a question, or give feedback. Cards can be dropped into the offering boxes at the entrances to the sanctuary.
Upcoming Events at a Glance
November 17 | Concert of Prayer, 6:00pm at the church building
November 24 | A Time to Give Thanks, 10:00am (in place of Adult Sunday School)
December 1 | Concert of Prayer, 6:00pm at the church building
December 3 | Prime Time Lunch, for those 60+, 12:00 in the Fellowship Hall
December 15 | Sunday School kids sing during our Worship Services
December 15 | Concert of Prayer, 6:00pm at the church building
December 24 | Candlelight Christmas Eve Service, 5:00pm
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Adult Sunday School Class
10:00am in the Fellowship Hall
Church History, it's not about names, dates and facts. It's about the flesh and blood people of God, those who are members of our spiritual "family tree." It's a fascinating journey, telling the story of how God has preserved His church from the time the Apostles handed off the baton at the close of Acts 28 to the present.
Come with us as we travel through time and discover how, through the ups and downs, and the challenges and triumphs of life, Christ's Church has prevailed and overcome through the blood of the lamb and the word of their testimonies.
This will be a fun and informative study, one that raises our vision of God and teaches us what faithfulness to God really looks like. Join us on Sunday mornings and get introduced to some of the family members you didn't know you had!
On November 24, we will take a break from our Adult Sunday School class…
We’ll meet in the auditorium for a time to share testimonies and to give God thanks and praise for what He’s done and is doing! Youth and kids’ Sunday School classes will meet as usual.
“My mouth will tell of your righteous acts, of your deeds of salvation all the day, for their number is past my knowledge.”
The Ministry Insight Tool provides an opportunity for our congregation to take a fresh look at our church’s ministry. The results will provide helpful insights on issues vital to our church. Everyone who is part of our church family is encouraged to participate. The online survey will close at midnight, Wednesday, Dec. 4. Paper copies are available at the Info Center for those without web access. As you reflect on our church, ask the Lord to give us insight into what He wants to do in us and through us as we look at our ministry through fresh eyes.
Listening Visits
Pastor Chris and Rhonda are starting to set up times to meet with those in our church family for “listening visits.” In addition to helping them get to know the New Life family, these visits will help Pastor Chris as he works with the Transition Team to find the man God has for us for our next Senior Pastor. If you would like to set up a time to meet, you can call the church office (886-1977) or send an email to Lezlie.
Are you interested in serving on the New Life Missions Team?
We have a team that watches over the missions budget and communicates with the missionaries and organizations supported by New Life. The team meets once a month. If you would like to learn more contact Tony Jacobson (tjacobson0001@gmail.com or 605-651-4539).
It’s almost time to decorate the church for Christmas!
We will be doing most of the decorating during the day on Monday, November 25. If you are available and would like to help, contact Sherry (sherryd@newlifeefree.org or 605-868-4044).
Do you have extra Bibles at home?
A member of our community is collecting Bibles to send overseas. If you have used Bibles that you would like to donate, you can place them in the box near the office door.
GracePoint here in Watertown is a collection site for Operation Christmas Child this year. They could use some volunteers to help receive boxes during OCC National Collection Week. Operation Christmas Child is a division of Samaritan’s Purse. Volunteers would be available to do different tasks: greeting people, praying over boxes with their senders and packing the boxes in cartons.
Hours they are open:
Monday, Nov 18, Noon- 6pm (can work 12-3 or 3-6 or the entire time)
Tuesday, Nov 19, 3-6pm
Wednesday, Nov 20, 10-1pm
Thursday, Nov 21, 3-6pm
Friday, Nov 22, 3-6pm
Saturday, Nov 23, 1-3pm
Sunday, Nov 24, Noon-4
Monday, Nov 25, 10-Noon
Anyone interested can call or text Debi Fritz (884-5083) or email dfritzwatertownocc@gmail.com
When you hear the Sounds of the Season, you feel like the Christmas season has begun!
You are invited to join the Watertown community in celebrating the season at the seventh annual Sounds of the Season Community Concert on Sunday, December 8 at 3:00 or 7:00 p.m. at 1st United Methodist Church, located at 4 2nd Avenue Southeast in Watertown. You can attend or be part of the choir. The button below will take you to a document with the information you need to know to participate.
Each month, we will be highlighting a missionary or organization that is supported by New Life. We encourage you to be praying for them and also learning more about how God is working through them in their area of ministry.
Youth Group | 6:30pm on Wednesdays
This year’s study: Genesis 1-11
In the beginning, God. Some of the most profound and powerful words that have ever been written. We are going to be taking a deep dive into the first 11 chapters of the Book of Genesis. We are going to encounter so many amazing truths that have an impact on us today in our world. Where did everything come from? Why are we here? Why is the world the way it is? Is there hope?
We end each youth evening with snacks for the students. It’s a fun time to hang out and get to know each other. Parents and others in our church family have been great about baking or purchasing snacks for us - if you’d like to sign up to bring the snack one evening, you can use the button below.
Discipleship Pathway
Are you ready to take the next step? Find out more about how to get involved in a Life Group or a D-Group.
