Sunday, August 23, 2020
Two Services: 9:00am & 10:45am
Uncomfortable Church - Week 3, Pastor Michael
Most of us have an idea about what the perfect church is. Sometimes we can romanticize the early church and forget all the trials and difficulties they experienced. This sermon series will be a challenge to embrace the truth that many times we grow spiritually when we get out of our comfort zone. This 5 week series will be calling us into deeper relationships and community. It will challenge our consumeristic attitude toward the church and encourage us to roll up our sleeves and get involved on a deeper level. We may be pleasantly surprised when we get out of our comfort zone, step out in faith, that we once again we experience the joy of the Lord.
We encourage you to fill out the online Friendship Register when you worship with us online or in person. You can share prayer requests, ask questions about our ministries, or just let us know that you’d like someone to contact you.
Sunday, August 30
One Worship Service at 10:45am (Fellowship Hall will be available for overflow)
Annual Business Meeting, 9:00am
Our yearly New Life business meeting is scheduled for Sunday, August 30, 9:00-10:30am in the Fellowship Hall - coffee and donuts will be served. Members will be voting on the budget for 2020-21, elder candidates and a property purchase proposal. We have printed annual reports with more details and information from our ministry leaders and elders available in the foyer. If you are not able to pick up your annual ministry report, please call the church office (886-1977) and we can send a digital version to your email address or mail the paper copy. If you are unable to attend the Annual Meeting, you are welcome to vote in the church office this week.
Property Purchase Proposal Q&A
New Life Elders will be available on Monday, August 24 at 6:30pm at New Life to give an overview of the proposal to purchase the Serenity Hills building and grounds from Midwest Bible Camp. There will be a time for questions and discussion. We invite you to join us if you have any questions or would like to learn more.
Recommended for Membership
Dave & Darci Adam have applied for membership and have been recommended by the New Life Elder board. Their names will be posted here for two Sundays and then they will be welcomed into membership.
Deeply Rooted in God’s Word Together
From June 1, 2020 to May 31, 2021 we will be focused on intentionally setting aside time to read God’s Word. We have some tools for you as well as ways to let us know what you've been reading so we can track our progress as a church family. We'd like read 52,000 chapters this year!
We have a basket for completed cards in the foyer. You can also pick up a new cards there. If you’ve been letting us know how many chapters you’re reading through our online form, we don’t need the cards back - we don’t want to count the chapters twice! But if you haven’t told us yet, we really want to record your numbers so we can reach our goal of 52,000!
You can track any chapters that you read. If you aren’t sure where to start, we have resources to help on our website.
Women’s Weekly Zoom Meeting
A group of women will be having a weekly Zoom meeting on Monday evenings (7-8pm) to discuss the Bible Reading on the plan. If you’d like to join in you can contact Dawn S. (dawnmstee@gmail.com) or Dana N. (dananiemann@gmail.com) to get the Zoom invite.
Community Worship & Prayer
We will be gathering again with other churches in our community for worship and prayer. Please join us Sunday, August 23, 6pm at Hope for Life Community Church.
Farewell for Thiessens
Friday, August 28, 6-8pm
We are planning a time to get together at the church building (hopefully outside) to say good-bye to Kyle, Ashton, and Kova. Youth, parents, New Life family and friends are welcome.
Men, Mark your calendars…
Baptisms on Sunday, September 13
We are planning a time for baptisms on Sunday, September 13. If you (or your child/teen) would like to be baptized or if you have questions about baptism, please contact the church office (605-886-1977 or lezliee@newlifeefree.org).
WEEKLY MISSIONS PRAYER FOCUS
WATERTOWN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL
Dave Florey, Administrator
Praise:
Christian comedian, Brad Stine, will be performing at WCS on Sunday, Aug. 23, at 6pm. Doors open at 5:30, $10 ticket at the door. It will be wonderful to have an evening of laughter during these unusual times. All are welcome to attend!
Although we graduated a large 8th grade class last spring, our enrollment for this fall will be the same or slightly higher than last year!
Praise for God's provisions. Despite the pandemic, we ended the fiscal year in decent shape and eliminated all DEBT!
Prayer:
Please pray for our students and staff as we begin face to face instruction on Sept. 3.
Pray that Covid-19 would not surge in our schools and force us to go back to remote learning.
Wisdom for the Board and administration as we navigate through all this uncertainty.
Opportunities to Pray Together
Sunday Mornings, 8:25am in Room 209 | Pray for our Sunday morning services
Thursdays, 12-1pm in Room 209 | Beginning Sept. 17, we’ll be meeting to pray for spiritual renewal in our homes, our church, and our six counties. If you are not able to be here in person and would like to join via Zoom, contact Sherry for an invite (sherryd@newlifeefree.org or 886-1977).
Concerts of Prayer, our New Life Family coming together | next one is scheduled for Sunday, October 11 at 6pm
Community Evenings of Worship & Prayer, a group of Watertown churches joining together | next one is scheduled for Sunday, August 23, 6pm at Hope for Life Community Church
You are invited to an Embryo Adoption Fundraiser for Eric & Sunnie Bergeland
Grilling and Silent Auction on Saturday, August 22, 5-7pm at New Life Church.
There will be a free will donation for food. If you would like to donate something for the Silent Auction, please contact Sunnie (320-349-0544).
Jason Gray Concert at New Life
Join us for a special Acoustic-style evening of stories and songs, up close and personal, with Singer/Songwriter Jason Gray as he returns to New Life Church for the Singer & The Songs Tour. Jason writes catchy pop songs that are radio staples, and heartfelt ballads that resonate deeply. Jason is humble, funny, and wears his heart on his sleeve. His music speaks to people who are hurting, with an infectious joy and hope. Bring along someone to encourage!
- General Admission $10 ($11.49 w/service fee)
- Concert at 7:00pm, Doors open at 6:30pm
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Missions Trip Opportunity | Summer 2021
We are planning a mission trip to return to Dorie's Promise in Guatemala City July 10 -16, 2021. If you are interested in more information about joining the trip, please contact Lorna at hoferl@yahoo.com or 881-6747.
Help Wanted at Midwest Bible Camp
Midwest Bible Camp is in search of a Camp Administrator. This is a full-time position. Fair market compensation according to experience and/or education. Includes benefits. Office Experience helpful, but not required. Training provided. Candidate would assist with camp activities, along with a range of administrative, clerical, financial and managerial tasks. Email resume to Hank Roso, hank@midwestministries.org. Phone: 605-886-3165.
Operation Christmas Child
Each year we give our church family an opportunity to pack shoeboxes that are distributed to kids around the world. This is a great time to plan ahead and get some extra school supplies and/or clothing items that you can add to your shoeboxes.
