NORTHLAND, A CHURCH DISTRIBUTED
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JUNE 27 - JULY 4, 2009
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VOLUME 10, ISSUE 26
“The idea is not that we do work for God, but that we are so loyal to Him that He can do His work through us – ‘I reckon on you for extreme service, with no complaining on your part and no explanation on Mine.’ God wants to use us as He used His own Son.” - Oswald Chambers
NEXT WEEKEND: Dr. Joel C. Hunter | Intellectual Challenges | Isn’t the Bible Full of Errors and Contradictions? | 2 Timothy 3:16-17 | www.northlandchurch.net
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*Concurrent worship with other sites (cc) Child care provided (hi) Hearing-impaired interpretation (ECW) Early Childhood Wing
What’s Happening This Week? LONGWOOD SITE
MOUNT DORA SITE
Saturday, JUNE 27
4:00 pm 5:00 pm 5:00 pm 5:00 pm
Prayer Meeting Worship (cc) Infant/Walker – K’s Grades 1–5
Prayer Room Sanctuary ECW CWW
SUNday, JUNE 28
7:30 am 9:00 am 9:00 am 9:00 am 9:00 am 9:00 am 10:45 am 10:45 am 10:45 am 11:00 am 11:00 am 11:00 am 11:00 am 11:00 am 4:00 pm 4:00 pm 4:00 pm 6:00 pm 6:00 pm 6:00 pm 7:30 pm
Prayer Meeting (cc) Worship (cc)* (hi) Infant/Walker – K’s Grades 1–5 Romans Managing Your Finances God’s Way Transformers Study (cc) Connection Groups (cc) The Bible Relevant Now! Worship (cc)* Infant/Walker – K’s Grades 1–5 Special Needs Class Challenges to Christianity Young Believers Step 1 Young Believers Step 2 Singles Small Group Worship (cc) Infant/Walker – K’s Grades 1–5 College Ministry
Monday, JUNE 29 9:45 am 10:00 am 6:30 pm 7:00 pm 7:00 pm 7:00 pm 7:00 pm 7:00 pm 7:30 pm
Beth Moore Study Connection Group Post Marriage 911 Study (cc) Worship (cc) Infant/Walker – K’s Grades 1–5 Grief Share Common Ground Young Adult Ministry Faithful and True Men’s Group
TUESday, JUNE 30 8:30 am 2:00 pm 7:00 pm 7:00 pm 7:15 pm
Prayer Room Sanctuary ECW CWW 4213-15 4210 F.Hall/SMCC 4205 4209 Sanctuary ECW CWW CWW 4206-7 5108-9/CWW 5106-7/CWW 4206-8 Sanctuary ECW CWW The Rink/SMCC
Middle School T-N-T High School T-N-T DivorceCare AMEN Praxis (cc)
4206-7 4213 4210 Sanctuary ECW CWW 4204-9 The Rink/SMCC 1118/SMCC
The Rink/SMCC The Rink/SMCC 4205, 4208-10, 4213-17 4206-7 4204
WEDNEsday, JUly 1
6:30 pm 6:30 pm 7:00 pm 7:00 pm 7:00 pm 7:00 pm 7:00 pm 7:00 pm
Beth Moore Study (cc) 4204,6-7,8,17 Summer O2 The Rink/SMCC Ephesians: Life in Christ and in His Church 4213-15 Care Minister Group 5106-7/CWW Connection Groups 4205,9 Faithful and True (Women) 5108-9/CWW Jesus and the Gospels 4128 Faith and Science 5106-7/CWW
THURsday, JUly 2
6:30 am 6:30 am 6:30 am 8:30 am 2:00 pm 6:00 pm 7:00 pm 7:00 pm 7:00 pm 7:00 pm 7:00 pm
Men’s Bible Study Men’s Praise and Prayer Women’s Prayer Middle School T-N-T High School T-N-T Congregational Prayer Time Parents of Prodigals The Marriage Course Men’s Fraternity His Way Financial Peace University
Friday, July 3 Saturday, JUly 4
4:00 pm 5:00 pm 5:00 pm 5:00 pm 6:30 pm
Prayer Meeting Worship (cc) Infant/Walker – K’s Grades 1–5 Summer LUGRox
SUNday, JUNE 28
9:00 am 9:00 am 9:00 am 9:00 am 9:00 am 9:30 am 11:00 am 11:00 am 11:00 am 11:00 am 11:00 am
Worship (cc)* Infants/Walkers Classes for 2 year olds Classes for 3’s - K’s Grade School Ministry CREW352 Youth Bible Study Worship (cc)* Infants/Walkers Classes for 2 year olds Classes for 3’s - K’s Grade School Ministry
Sanctuary Room 15 Room 15 Room 1 Rooms 2, 3 Youth Room Sanctuary Room 15 Room 15 Room 1 Rooms 2, 3
TUESday, JUNE 30
6:30 am 6:30 pm 7:00 pm
Men’s Bible Fellowship Bowling League Celebrate Recovery (cc)
10:00 am Homeschool Play Group 7:00 pm Women’s Bible Study 7:00 pm CREW352
TBD Rooms 2, 3 Sanctuary
Friday, July 3
Mount Dora Home Group
Various locations
saturday, July 4 5:00 pm
Independence Day Celebration
Williams home
OVIEDO SITE
Monday, June 29
Discovering God’s Will (Women)
TUESday, JUNE 30
Connection Group (Men) AXIS: Middle School Bible Study The Life of Joseph (Couples)
Auditorium 9-109 9-107 9-105 8-107 Auditorium 9-109 9-107 9-105 8-107 Hallway Check-in table NOCC
Harrington home
NOCC NOCC Wiest home
WEDNEsday, JUly 1
10:00 am Splash Day & Picnic (Children) Live Oak Community Pool 1118/SMCC 1104/SMCC 1116/SMCC The Rink/SMCC The Rink/SMCC Sanctuary 4209 4206-7 4128 F.Hall/SMCC 4210 Offices closed
communion
Prayer Room Sanctuary ECW CWW The Rink/SMCC
WEST OAKS SITE SUNday, JUNE 28 9:00 am 9:00 am 9:00 am 9:00 am 9:00 am 9:00 am 9:00 am 10:30 am 10:30 am
Worship (cc)* Infant Care Crawler Care Class for 2’s – 3’s Class for 4’s – 5’s Class for K’s – 1st graders Class for 2nd – 5th graders Middle Sunday School Class Adult Sunday School Classes
THURsday, JUly 2 6:00 pm
Congregational Prayer Time
Saturday, July 4 8:00 am
Men in the Word
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Rooms 2, 3 Triangle Lanes, Mount Dora Calvary Chapel
WEDNEsday, JUly 1
7:00 pm
(CWW) Children’s Worship Wing (SMCC) Student Ministries and Care Center (F.Hall) Fellowship Hall (NOCC) Northland at Oviedo Community Center
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St. Paul’s Fellowship Center 2nd floor
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Content, constantly, about ministry at and through Northland.
Distributed Sites @ Home
Are you interested in starting a distributed site in your home or another setting? If so, contact Dan Lacich (407-367-9612 or dan.lacich@northlandchurch.net).
JOIN any of these worship sites:
Kissimmee/St. Cloud First and third Sundays of each month, 11 a.m. 1000 Costa Mesa Lane, Kissimmee Located in the Lago Buendia subdivision, located off I-92 and Partin Settlement Road. Details: Kristen Dusseau (407-247-6030) or Michael Dusseau (407-761-8846) New Smyrna Beach Sundays, 5:45 p.m. 528 Oliver Drive, New Smyrna Beach Join Cynthia and Richard Hines in their home for worship. Details: Cynthia and Richard Hines (386-663-4370) North Carolina Saturdays, 4:30 p.m. Klaus home, 200 W. 14th St., Salisbury, NC Join Laurie and Tim Klaus in their home for worship. Details: Laurie and Tim Klaus (704-636-5966 or pianolauriek@yahoo.com)
PRAY FOR the prisoners with whom we worship concurrently: Seminole County John E. Polk Correctional Facility Sundays, 9 a.m. Serving the men’s dorms. Details: Jail ministry voice mail (407-949-4007) Orange County 33rd Street Correctional Facility Sundays, 9 a.m., DVD Serving the women’s Christian dorm. Details: Jail ministry voice mail (407-949-4007)
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ABOUT Northland ..............................................................................
a welcome to first-time visitors .............................................................................................................................................................
Our Vision To see people coming to Christ and growing in Him as we link local and global communities for ministry and worship everywhere, every day.
At Northland, we always open our worship services by saying, “Thank you for bringing the church into these rooms!” Why? Because Northland is a church distributed, gathering in Longwood, Mount Dora, Oviedo and West Oaks, and at more than 1,000 sites worldwide via the Web. In other words, it isn’t the physical structure or the many programs that make up the church ... it’s people like you. You are the church. And it’s our goal to help you to be the church ... everywhere, every day.
Our Mission To call people to know and follow Christ and equip them to worship and serve together.
Thank you for joining us today to worship God for who He is and what He has done. “Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ” (Ephesians 1:2, NIV).
Our Core Values Worship, Spiritual Formation, Inter-generational Leadership, Personal Ministry and Partnership. Worship Times Saturdays. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 p.m. Sundays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9*, 11 a.m.**; 6 p.m. Mondays. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 p.m. * Concurrent among Longwood, Mount Dora, Oviedo and West Oaks sites ** Concurrent among Longwood, Mount Dora and Oviedo sites Children’s Church (Grades 1 – 5) Saturdays, 5 p.m.; Sundays, 9 and 11 a.m., 6 p.m.; and Mondays, 7 p.m., Children’s Worship Wing. Early Childhood Classes (Age 3 – Kindergarten) Saturdays, 5 p.m.; Sundays, 9 and 11 a.m., 6 p.m.; and Mondays, 7 p.m., Early Childhood Wing. Infant and Toddler Care (Infants – Age 2) Saturdays, 5 p.m.; Sundays, 9 and 11 a.m., 6 p.m.; and Mondays, 7 p.m., Early Childhood Wing. Sunday School for Children with Special Needs (Age 3 – Kindergarten) Sundays at 11 a.m., Early Childhood Wing. (Grades 1 – 5) Sundays at 11 a.m., Children’s Worship Wing. Join us for LIVE Webstream Worship at www.northlandchurch.net.
Please pick up a visitor card from one of the ushers or at the Welcome Center so that we can learn more about you and help you to connect to the many classes, groups and opportunities to serve with others.
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YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY (Age 25-40) Mondays, beginning June 29, 6:45 to 8 p.m. Student Ministries and Care Center, The Rink Details on page 11.
TABLE OF CONTENTS .............................................................................. 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . What’s Happening This Week? 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Welcome / Coming Up 4-5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Spotlight News / Site News 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Serve News 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Student Ministries 8-9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . The BeeHive Worship Guide for Kids 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Equipping News 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
BELONG
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BELIEVE
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BECOME
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BE SENT
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BEYOND
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NORTHLAND NEWS .............................................................................. Publish His glorious deeds among the nations. Tell everyone about the amazing things He does. (Psalm 96:3, NLT) Send newspaper correspondence to: newspaper@northlandchurch.net Newspaper Staff Dede Caruso, Coordinator/Production Artist Melissa Bogdany, Copy Editor Robert Andrescik, Director of Print and Public Relations Connie Rainwater, Director of Content Development Tracy Bardwell, Production Artist Barbara Olsen, Director of Adult Equipping Newspaper Volunteers Becky Hunter, Editor-at-Large Jeff Hawkins, Photographer Sarah Hall, Photographer Bob Wegner, Photographer Rick Bradshaw, Photographer Robb Richardson, Photographer
Friday, July 17, 7 p.m., The Rink Bring a blanket or folding chair, and prepare to have some fun eating popcorn and watching a great movie with family and friends. See how the theme relates to being rescued by Jesus. Details: Debbie Blahnik (407-949-7162 or debbie.blahnik@northlandchurch.net)
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New Transitional Home for Women Is a ‘Dream Come True’ for Volunteers By ROBERT ANDRESCIK Director of Print and Public Relations
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n Central Florida, highly motived women looking to make a successful transition out of the prison system back into society now have a place to call home. Jessica’s House, a transitional living facility for women, officially opened its doors with an open house on June 20. A partnership between Northland and the True North Foundation, Inc., Jessica’s House will provide housing for eight women who voluntarily commit to a nine-month program designed to help them learn valuable life skills and begin building a new life of faith and service to the community. According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), two-thirds of all parolees are re-arrested within three years—most within the first six months after release. “Without adequate preparation and support for life after prison, the chances are great that inmates will return to their former lifestyles,” the CDC reports. “This may lead to drug use, possible infection with HIV, re-arrest and return to prison.” Gretchen Kerr, Northland’s director of life crossroads, who also leads the church’s Prison and Jail Ministry, explains that many inmates leave prison or jail with no savings, no stable housing, no health or unemployment benefits, and very limited job possibilities. “Many people leave prison with the best intentions,” Gretchen notes. “But if they don’t have a plan, they’ll eventually go back to what
One Step Closer Bill Chapman Northland at Mount Dora Site Minister
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orthlanders in Mount Dora are praying. Each month we meet for Gathering 2:42, an evening of food, fellowship, worship and prayer. At the May Gathering, a leader of Debbie’s Doorstep asked for prayer for the granting of its 501C3 application by the Internal Revenue Service. Without this critical designation, a nonprofit organization is hindered in its fund-raising efforts. The application had been submitted for quite some time with no response from the IRS. The board members were anxiously awaiting the IRS’ decision. Soon after Northlanders
they know, even if it might land them behind bars again.” She says that Jessica’s House was a dream of many women at Northland who volunteer with female inmates: “The relationships we forge with these women are so deep. We wanted to help them not only while they’re in prison, but after they are released ... we wanted to see the process to completion.” The women who live in Jessica’s House will be carefully selected. “We’re looking for highly motivated women who want to change their lives for the long term. This isn’t a quick fix, it’s a step-by-step process, and the women who agree to this process have to be committed to seeing it through,” Gretchen says. Days at Jessica’s House will be highly structured. Residents will work four days per week at Northland Church, volunteering within a positive environment and building healthy relationships
with others. A live-in “house mother” will guide residents during their stay at Jessica’s House. Additionally, each resident will have several mentors assigned to help them, teaching valuable life skills such as a money management, health and nutrition, homemaking and more. Northland began holding live worship services for inmates back in December 2008. Armed with a computer, projector and sound system, a small team of volunteers held an inaugural worship service via live webcast with more than 50 inmates. The church now holds live worship services at both John E. Polk Correctional Facility in Sanford; and the 33rd Street Correctional Facility in Orlando. Your help is needed to make Jessica’s House a success. For more information, contact Gretchen Kerr (407-949-7190 or gretchen.kerr@northlandchurch.net). The True North Foundation, Inc. was started to help the church fund efforts outside its walls for the benefit of the community and the betterment of the world. To learn more about the Foundation and how you can be involved, contact Marc McMurrin (marc.mcmurrin@northlandchurch.net or 407937-1810).
Volunteers stand in front of Jessica’s House. This four-bedroom home will provide a safe and healthy environment for up to eight women, who voluntarily commit to a nine-month program.
prayed for this breakthrough, Debbie’s Doorstep received its 501C3 designation! This victory puts Debbie’s Doorstep one step closer to Debbie’s goal of providing a godly haven for abused women and children in Lake County. Prayer puts us one step closer to intimacy with our loving Father. He gives us a burden, permits a need, or inspires a vision, and then bids us to come to Him for the healing, relief or fulfillment that we seek. This summer, the Mount Adorables are meeting each week to pray as a family. Join us from 6 to 7 p.m. in the War Room to pray for our leaders, for our communities, for God’s church and for each other. Then continue in that sense of prayer by fasting with us on Thursdays. Fast from food, fast from entertainment, fast from something upon which you truly depend, and pray. Allow the Holy Spirit to draw you one step –Isaiah 56:7 (NIV) closer to Him as you fast and pray. For more information about prayer at Northland at Mount Dora, contact me (352-434-4116 or bill.chapman@ northlandchurch.net). To learn more about Debbie’s Doorstep, visit its website (www.debbiesdoorstep.com). “Pray continually” (1 Thessalonians 5:17, NIV).
“ My house will be called a house of prayer.”
>>> MOUNTDORA.NORTHLANDCHURCH.NET
The common area will provide a place to connect with God and one another at the end of the day.
CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER
Wednesdays, 6 to 7 p.m., War Room No gathering on June 17. We encourage you to pray wherever you are at that time. Details: Bill Chapman (352-434-4116 or bill.chapman@ northlandchurch.net) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connecting Women Bible Studies
• Wednesdays, 7 p.m., Rooms 2, 3 Details: Marilyn Faber (352-357-0983) or Christina Ferrito-Dugan (352-735-1974) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
JUNE LOVE COLLECTION
We are collecting for The Carpenter’s House for Children. Here is a list of needed items: Canned fruits, green beans, corn, peas, baked beans, cookies, crackers, cereal, cereal bars, Pop-tarts, pancake mix, syrup, peanut butter, jelly, soup, broth, canola and olive oils, salad dressings, mayo, mustard, ketchup, barbecue sauce, pasta, rice, instant mashed potatoes, juice and juice boxes. Details: Ann South (352-267-3388 or south4@ comcast.net) or Sharlee Hollingsworth (shollings worth2@cfl.rr.com)
Local women gather at Debbie’s Doorstep for a tea party to have fun, fellowship, and learn how to help and empower abused and disadvantaged women and children.
The amazing crew of Northland volunteers helped prepare the property for its first residents in February 2008.
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Spread Out or Piled Up? JEREMY JOBSON Northland at Oviedo Site Minister
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just finished reading Crazy Love, by Francis Chan, with our small group. We did the small group study video segments (available for any of you who are interested) and discussion questions along with the reading. Maggie and I read the book last fall, and it has been a catalyst for many conversations in our home, with our friends and family, and in the various ministry settings we find ourselves in ever since. Our group took a while to finish the small group study because we occasionally did fellowship gatherings, served together and have been preparing to leave for a mission trip next week to Swaziland, Africa. It has been a wild ride this spring going through this experience together. Our group has been meeting for about a year and a half, and we have done marriage, finance, video and book studies, but this one really drove it all home for us. Why? Crazy Love is about being overwhelmed by a relentless God, who, once correctly perceived and understood, rightly deserves obedience and worship in love. The God of Abraham, Jacob, David and Christ is our God, and He has revealed Himself in Scripture to us today. He has not changed; He is as immutable, omnipresent and all-powerful now as he was at creation, the flood and resurrection, and will continue to be in all eternity. The question the book raises over and over is, What are you going to do about that here and now, in your own life? Once you have heard, seen and felt that truth, are you just able to go back to your life the way it has always been? Can you truly just exist, or is there more? Will you just put the book down (Crazy Love or, more importantly, the Bible) and simply say, “Good book,” but not actually be different?
STUDENT MINISTRIES–SUMMER 2009
Details: Erica Emler (407-687-8571 or erica.emler@ northlandchurch.net)
I loved Chris Tomlin’s comment in the foreword to the book. He says that Francis Chan “is one of those rare people you come across in life who leaves you wanting to be better.” I pray that is what each of us here at Northland at Oviedo is – that kind of person for each other. I pray that we inspire and encourage one another to be the best versions of ourselves possible, now here is the catch – not by our own will or strength or power, but by surrendering ourselves to Him more and more in our simple, daily lives. How? By passionately pursuing Christ, seeking to know Him and make Him known, by loving Him and loving others, using words only if necessary. As that happens, He is lifted up, glorified, and works more and more through us in ways we could not imagine or possibly do on our own. See, He loves us with such a “crazy love,” a love that sent His own Son to the cross to die to redeem the creation that had been lost, that we might have eternal life. The only response is to love Him back with a “crazy love” that is not controllable, predictable, safe or manageable, but is simply obedient and willing, no matter what it asks. Here is the best part: That looks different for everyone. The end of the book brings it all home when it says that “God is a creator, not a duplicator,” so you “must learn to listen to and obey God” to hear what He is calling you to do. But be sure of this: He is calling you! Today’s sermon is focusing on the work of the Kingdom all around the world and the unique opportunities we as Northlanders are given to serve, from the various teams here at the Oviedo site, to those around CFL, to others around the world. Please pray about where God may be calling you to serve others and participate in His Kingdom work. I want to leave you with this thought from the end of Crazy Love that I love and think paints a clear picture of how important it is for us to be sent out: “Christians are like manure: spread them out and they help everything grow better, but keep them in one big pile and they stink horribly. Which are you? The kind that reeks around which people walk a wide swath (to avoid)? Or the kind that trusts God enough to let Him spread you out (no matter what)?”
Family Time Is the Best Time
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fter being consumed with circumstances out of my control, getting back to the basics of family life is a treasure. I don’t know if you can identify with what I’m talking about (though I am sure most of you can) – spending time with family is such a simple thought, but is so important. There are so many ways you can spend time with your family, but having time to create that special moment with family members can be just as exciting and can actually last a lifetime.
KelliJo, Adam and Joanna enjoy fun in the sun and being together.
Tuesdays, 5 to 6 p.m., NOCC
High School Summer Series
Sundays, June 28 and July 5 and 12, 6 to 8 p.m., NOCC. Topic: “Who’s Choosing?” About the things that influence how we make decisions and how Christ should be the main influence. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CHILDREN’S MINISTRIES–SUMMER 2009
Details: Michelle Smith (407-718-5510 or michelle. smith@northlandchurch.net)
Children’s Ministries Workday
Sunday, June 28, 1 to 4 p.m., Hagerty High School. Come help clean, repair and organize the Children’s Ministries area.
Splash Day and Picnic - Free
Wednesday, July 1, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Live Oak Community Pool, Oviedo. Bring a picnic lunch.
Sliderz Indoor Playground
Tuesday, July 7, 10 a.m. to noon, Sliderz in Oviedo. $8 for kids, free for adults. Both need socks.
Meet at the Movies - Free
Regal Cinema, Oviedo Marketplace • Wednesday, July 15, 9:30 a.m. Movie: Arctic Tale (rated G). • Tuesday, July 28, 9:30 a.m. Movie: Charlotte’s Web (rated PG).
Cooking at Young Chef’s Academy
Friday, July 17, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., 6824 Aloma Ave., Winter Park. Cost: $15 per child, (age 4 and up)
>>> OVIEDO.NORTHLANDCHURCH.NET
news@westoaks TOMMY NOVAK Northland at West Oaks Site Minister
Bible Study (Middle School)
As the summer gets into full gear, I want to encourage all of you to look for different opportunities that are offered to spend time together. And by this, I mean spending quality time with your West Oaks moms and their children enjoy being together at Dr. Phillips Splash Pad. immediate family as well as your church family. Derika, with the help of many others, has done a great job putting together a calendar of events for the summer that brings our church family together. Many of the moms of West Oaks, with their children, spent last Friday at the Dr. Phillips Splash Pad, enjoying the day in the sun and playing in the water. And what I heard from them was that it was encouraging and fun to be together with their friends and family. I think the busyness of life can be overwhelming at times, so again, I encourage you to not miss the opportunities the summer offers you and your family. How different this summer can be from past summers is up to you. You have the choice to make your family members a priority and invest yourself in them, or to continue doing the same thing and miss what God has for you. If you have different ideas for the summer, where others can join you, please talk to Derika and see if you can get it on our West Oaks calendar of events. I look forward to seeing how we can connect with each other this summer. Remember, we are the church, and God has big things planned for us! >>> WESTOAKS.NORTHLANDCHURCH.NET
Volunteers needed in the Children’s Ministries
Other volunteers also needed: Ushers, greeters, security, Student Ministries, setup and takedown, cleanup, hospitality, special events and more. Details: Derika Hacker (407-473-4537 or derika. hacker@northlandchurch.net) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Summer Sunday School Classes
Join us when you can for our summer Sunday school classes. The book of John and the “Greatest Commandment” studies will continue, and new ones are forming. See pages 12-13 for details. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Men in the Word
Saturdays, 8 a.m., House Blend Cafe. Currently studying Mere Christianity, by C.S. Lewis. Details: Jerry Murphy (jerry.murphy@ieee.org) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
FOURth of July Parade
Friday, July 3, 9 a.m., Quality Healthcare of Winter Garden. Dress in your red, white and blue, and join us for a parade for the elderly. Details: Derika Hacker (407-473-4537 or derika.hacker@ northlandchurch.net) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Baptism Bible Study for Kids Ages 10-14
Tuesdays, starting July 7, 10 to 11:30 a.m., Hartnett home, Orlando. Eight-week study to learn about what baptism is and what it means. Details: Susan Hartnett (407-455-3545 or pshartnett@aol. com)
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Pray for Our July Distributed Journeys! BY SARAH MATTINGLY Northland Executive Assistant Service
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orthland has several journeys distributing around the globe this month. We ask that you keep them in your prayers.
egypt — July 1-16
This team will be working at a sports camp in Wadi, Egypt. The team’s main responsibilities are to serve the Egyptian campers by coaching them at a professional level in nine different sports. In addition to coaching the sports, their goal is to love the campers and build lasting relationships with them. Team members: Lauren Berlin Roberts, Rudy Tamez, Emily Brindley, Colin Campbell, Laura Cook, Leigha Corso, Erin Franz, Alyssa Gantt, Jordan Gritter, Dean Hauck, Catherine Hauck, Brittany Hutchinson, J.T. Lacich, Daniel Morcos, Brent Tallman, Bill Terwilleger, Brock Terwilleger, Andrew Watson and Tony Weremeichik. Please pray for: • good health for the team. • strength for the Egyptian staff and counselors at the camp. • open hearts for the campers to hear and receive the Good News.
Swaziland — July 2-13
This team is going to help serve alongside the church in Swaziland in teacher training and assistance, community house visitation, hosting of a community-wide soccer outreach event, sports ministry, and completion of classroom construction at the school for orphans. Team members: Sean Cooper, Kurt VandeStreek, Courtney Walmer, Amara Kott, Kristin Ball, Morgan Boncore and Maclain Boss. Please pray for: • the teachers and administration at the school. • the children and their health situations. • the next level of school development.
Ukraine — July 4-13
This team will be working at an orphanage alongside one of our partner churches to share the love of Jesus with orphans through doing skits, leading worship, playing sports and games, teaching crafts, and giving lots of hugs! Team members: Matt Snyder, Jill Snyder, Pauline Hale, Kristi Hale, Jessica Rich, Erika Cooper and Laurie Copeland. Please pray for: • the orphans to fully understand and accept the love of Jesus that God is offering to them. • the team’s effectiveness, accountability, cohesiveness and traveling mercies. • good follow-up for these orphans.
Swaziland — July 9-19
This team will focus on continuing to construct a primary/intermediate school, facilitating agricultural projects, working with the people to obtain microloans, helping to create a mentality of development among the residents in the village, working with AIDS orphans, prayer walking, helping to meet basic medial needs, working with mothers in learning early childhood development, training teachers and much more. Team members: Dan Lacich, Barbara Lacich, Fred Franz, Kathy Franz, Jeremy Jobson, Maggie Jobson, Ron Cox,
Jennifer Cox, Jennifer West, Marianne Testa, Jeff Stephens, Tim Brown, Susie Brown, Cheryl McCartney, Stephanie Ward, Melissa Pruitt and Jonathan Vice. Please pray: • that the team members would be flexible each day in what they are called to do. • that they would be Christ to each person God places in their paths. • for health and stamina of the team. • for traveling mercies. • that their eyes would be open to God at work. • that the team would be a blessing to the people of Swaziland.
Dominican Republic — July 20-27
This team will support the work of New Missions missionaries by showing Christ’s love through service to the community. The team will assist with a summer camp and provide food, fun and stories about Jesus for the poor neighborhood children and families. Team members: Marilou Bleecker, Brad Flom, Elise Flom, Aubrey Martin, Bonnie Gamble, Ryan Gamble, MacKenzie Gamble, Corban Gamble, Henry Gamble, Sue Hemphill, Bret Segrest, Willie Segrest, Ryan Raymond, Jennifer Raymond, Abby Raymond, Hannah Raymond, Tessa Skelton, Steve Weldon and Becky Weldon. Please pray: • that God would be glorified through the team’s actions and words. • that the team members would recognize and act appropriately to the needs around them. • for safe travels. • that the team would be able to raise the needed funds and gather the needed supplies.
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Green Thumbs Needed Info Meeting July 7
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ho is interested in keeping Northland property beautiful? We all are! Northland is looking for a volunteer landscape team. Are you available during the week to help this team? If you can commit to just two days per month, please mark your calendar for this important meeting, and come hear all about the needs and details for this team. You will hear the ideas, vision and training available to help you prepare for this new ministry opportunity. Keeping the landscaping beautiful here on our property will be both rewarding and fun (not to mention you’ll get a great tan!).
NORTHLAND LANDSCAPE TEAM MEETING Tuesday, July 7, 7 p.m., Student Ministries and Care Center, Fellowship Hall
SUPPLIES NEEDED BY OUR DOMINICAN REPUBLIC FRIENDS:
Food: Peanut butter and jelly School/Church Supplies: Coloring books, colored pencils, spiral or composition notebooks, scissors, construction paper, kid’s Spanish music cd’s, kid’s Spanish DVD’s (such as VeggieTales), plastic storage containers (all sizes) Painting Supplies: Roller cages (five needed), tarps New Missions Health Center Wish List: Fever reducers and pain relievers, acetaminophen (adult, children and infant), ibuprofen (adult and children), Aleve, migraine medicine, aspirin (adult and baby), stomach medicines such as Zantac, antacids, laxatives, stool softeners, Imodium liquid or tablet, Albendazol (liquid or tablets), anti parasite, isopropyl alcohol, antiallergy medications, antibiotics (creme, tablets, liquids), asthma medications, Bacitracin, Ben-Gay (or other muscle rubs), Clotrimazole (tablets and cream), cold medicine (liquid or pills), decongestants, Didak solution or Dakis solution, ear drops (for pain and infections), eye drops, gauze, non-stick gauze pads, hydrogen peroxide, insect repellent, anti-fungal cream or tablets, metronidazole (cream or tablets), milk of magnesia, neosporin, Pedialyte (or other oral re-hydration), Pepto Bismal, pre-natal vitamins, protein powder or liquid, vitamins (children and adults), Sulphadine cream, antimicrobial drugs, Vicks vapor rub Medical Equipment: Opthalmoscope, Otoscope and two examination lamps (one with magnifier).
Sri Lanka — July 22-August 3
This team is joining the Sri Lanka Unites organization to serve the Future Leaders Conference. Participants from Australia, New Zealand and England also are teaming up. Team members: Sean Cooper, James Li, Shane Smith, Charlie Beck, Jeremiah Shaw, Jenny Shaw, Nathan Ferraro, Courtney Walmer, Lauren Roberts, Lauren McLaughlin and Heather King. Please pray: • for good health and strength for the team. • that the team would acclimate quickly to the country. • that this conference would serve as a catalyst for the next generation of leaders in Sri Lanka.
Upcoming Serving Opportunities
(Check the website for more listings, project times, locations, age requirements and other information.) July 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . Homeless Ministry, Downtown July 10 . . . . . . . . . . Project Cleanup, Christian HELP July 11 . . . . . . . . . Little Hands project, at Northland July 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . Concession Stand Serve Team July 15 . . . . . . . . . . . . Concession Stand Serve Team July 15 . . . . . . . . Project Parking Lot, Christian HELP July 15 . . . . . . . . . . . . Concession Stand Serve Team July 18 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Harvest Time International July 25 . . . . . . . Give Kids the World, serve breakfast July 25 . . . . . . . . . . . . Pathways to Care, serve lunch July 25 . . . . . . . . . . Ronald McDonald House, cooking August 7 . . . . Serve parking lot team, backpack drive August 8 . . . . Serve parking lot team, backpack drive August 8 . . . . Coalition for the Homeless, cook dinner August 9 . . . . Serve parking lot team, backpack drive August 15 . . . . . . . Little Hands Project, at Northland August 19 . . . . . . . . . . Homeless Ministry, Downtown August 22 . . . . . . . . . . Pathways to Care, serve lunch August 22 . . . . Ronald McDonald House, Cooking Team August 29 . . . . . Give Kids the World, serve breakfast September 6 . . . . . Give Kids the World, serve dinner
To Register: 1) Visit www.northlandchurch.net. 2) Select “Serve Others” on the top menu bar. 3) Select the “Serve Locally” icon. 4) Browse the list of projects and locate the one that interests you; Select it and “Join the group.” 5) You will receive an e-mail before that date with all the information you need. Details: Vanessa Puleo (407-949-7156 or vanessa.puleo@ northlandchurch.net)
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Tuesdays-n-Thursdays Middle School: 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. High School: 2 to 5 p.m. LW JUNE 2 THROUGH JULY 23 Student Ministries and Care Center, The Rink. For middle and high schoolers. A great time to hang out and connect! There will be games and a devotional. Details: Shaylynn Stoner (407-949-7194 or shaylynn.stoner@ northlandchurch.net)
Middle & High School Students MD CREW352 (Christians Radically Encouraging Worship)
Sundays, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., room 13; Wednesdays, 7 p.m., sanctuary. For 6th– to 12th-graders. Details: Bill Chapman (352-434-4116 or bill.chapman@northlandchurch.net)
Middle School Ministry LW LUGRox (Living Under Grace Rocks!) Summer LUGrox: June 13 TO August 8 (off july 4 AND 25)
Saturdays, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Student Ministries and Care Center. LUGRox is an evening full of high energy, high impact and just plain fun! This is the place where you’ll find thrilling games, solid teaching, rockin’ worship and friend-connecting small groups. Dinner (two slices of pizza, chips and lemonade) is available for $3. Details: Shaylynn Stoner (407-949-7194 or shaylynn.stoner@northlandchurch.net) ATTENTION: NEWLY ATTENDING PARENTS AND STUDENTS, CHECK IN AT THE LUGROX WELCOME DESK!
LW UPCOMING 6th-GradeRS Class
June 13 through August 1, 4:45 to 6 p.m., Student Ministries and Care Center, Fellowship Hall (NO CLASS ON july 4) All 2009-10 sixth-graders are welcome. Focus will be the “Identity” series. Students may choose whether or not to stay afterward for LUGRox. Details: Shaylynn Stoner (407-949-7194 or shaylynn.stoner@northlandchurch.net)
LW MIDDLE SCHOOL Lock-In
Friday, June 26, 9 p.m. to Saturday, June 27, 8 a.m., Student Ministries and Care Center, The Rink. Pick up a green brochure at the front desk. Cost: $25 Details: Shaylynn Stoner (407-949-7194 or shaylynn.stoner@ northlandchurch.net)
High School Ministry LW Outreach, Worship, Teaching and Hangout Time Summer o2 Schedule: June 3 to August 5 Wednesdays, 6:30 to 9 p.m., Student Ministries and Care Center, The Rink. All 9th- through 12th-graders are invited to join us for an evening of fun, fellowship, awesome worship and amazing teaching from our youth pastors. Food and snacks will be offered for a few dollars. Details: Shaylynn Stoner (407-949-7194 or shaylynn.stoner@ northlandchurch.net)
LW Servant Leadership Ministry
A primary goal of Northland Student Ministries is to lead students to a deeper understanding of their God-given, unique strengths and spiritual gifting so that they might use those gifts and strengths to serve others. All 9th- through 12th-graders are welcome and encouraged to participate in our Servant Leadership Ministry. For freshmen, we have LUGRox Setup Crew, and for sophomores, juniors and seniors, we have middle school Area Bible Study trainer and LUGRox captain positions. Details: Shaylynn Stoner (407-949-7194 or shaylynn.stoner@ northlandchurch.net)
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OV AXIS: Middle School MINISTRY
Sundays, 6 to 8 p.m., NOCC. Youth group environment with interactive activities and fun. Details: Erica Emler (407-687-8570 or erica.emler@northlandchurch.net)
OV AXIS: Middle School Summer Bible Study
College Ministry
Sundays, 11 a.m., hallway. Details: Erica Emler (407-687-8570 or erica.emler@northlandchurch.net)
Tuesdays, starting June 23, 5 to 6 p.m., NOCC. Details: Erica Emler (407-687-8570 or erica.emler@northlandchurch.net)
(For students ageS 18-25) Details: Jenny Shaw (jenny.degeus@northlandchurch.net)
LW College Gathering
Sundays, 7:15 p.m., Student Ministries and Care Center, The Rink. Come and spend time in worship, prayer and the Scriptures.
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Today we worship God for His mercy. Because of His mercy, God shows kindness and forgiveness to those who deserve punishment.
Hello, boys and girls. Welcome to the Beehive! I’m Buzz. Stick with me during our family worship service, and we’ll learn more about who God is and what He has done!
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Today’s buzzword is MERCY! I heard it _____________ times. I think it’s important to God because __________________________________________________
Jenny who?
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Unscramble these letters to discover today’s question.
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Answer: WHAT IS MY OFFERING TO GOD?
WHAT IS MY OFFERING TO GOD? Micah 6:6-8 God’s people asked what God wanted as an offering of worship. They wondered if He just wanted riches and treasures. But God wants us to worship Him not only with our riches, but by the way we live our lives. Micah answered, “He has showed you, O man, what is good. And what does the Lord require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God.” • TO ACT JUSTLY is to treat everyone fairly. • TO LOVE MERCY is to be glad when someone is shown kindness and forgiveness instead of the punishment they deserve. • TO WALK HUMBLY with God is to not show off or be proud about who you are or what you have done.
What about Jenny?
Draw a picture of yourself showing mercy to someone. Remember, mercy is kindness and forgiveness.
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Northland’s 5-day Bible study for children, The Daily Way, is available at www.northlandchurch.net or at Children’s Church.
This month the offering for Children’s Ministries will be going to the Ronald McDonald House!
This week, find a way to treat others fairly, show kindness and forgiveness, and don’t brag about doing those things!
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Challenges to Christianity Class Discussion Week 3 Participant’s Guide for June 28
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elow are the Scripture passage and questions that will begin this week’s lesson. The discussion each week will follow Dr. Hunter’s preaching schedule of the “Challenges to Christianity” series, led this week by governing elders Paul Rahill and Ed Wood. Join this group on Sundays through August 30 at 11 a.m. in rooms 4206-07 at Northland at Longwood.
Governing elder Paul Rahill
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of why we allow suffering back to us. In what ways is the question of evil similar? • If hell is not God’s rejection of people, but people’s rejection of God, it is the result of our own choices. How do you evaluate the choices in your life to see where they are taking you? When we talk about evil in the world, and why God doesn’t do something to end it, what we usually have in mind are the huge, obvious, ongoing kinds of evil, like the evil perpetrated by ruthless dictators and terrorists, or the evil of genocide. In her book Creed or Chaos?, Dorothy Sayers makes the point that each of us is a carrier of this disease of evil. When we ask God to eradicate evil, we don’t understand that we are asking for our own demise. “The problem of sin and evil is, as everybody knows, one which all religions have to face, especially those that postulate an all-good and all-powerful God. ‘If,’ we say readily, ‘God is holy and omnipotent, He would interfere and stop all this kind of thing’ – meaning … wars, persecutions, cruelty, … or whatever large issue happens to be distressing our minds at the time. But let us be quite sure that we have really considered the problem in all its aspects. “‘Why doesn’t God smite this dictator dead?’ is a question a little remote from us. Why did He not strike you dumb before you uttered that baseless and unkind slander the day before yesterday? Or me, before I behaved with such cruel lack of consideration to that well-meaning friend? And why, sir, did He not cause your hand to rot off at the wrist before you signed your name to that dirty little bit of financial trickery?” – Dorothy Sayers, Creed or Chaos?
The Big Challenge: If God is good, why do evil, injustice and hell exist? Bible engagement: (30 minutes) Scripture openly acknowledges the struggle of evil. One of the best examples is in Job 21:7-16. Ask your class members to read this passage at their tables. Then, together as a class, discuss the following questions: • Why does it cause us to struggle when we, like Job, see the wicked prospering around us? • If you were in charge of the universe, how would you run things? • How do you explain injustice in the world? • In his sermon on suffering, Pastor Joel made the point that God could turn the question
Imagine Yourself Debt Free Financial Peace University PREVIEW CLASS: Sundays July 12, 10:45 a.m., rooms 4213-15 STUDY: Sundays, July 26 through October 18, 10:45 a.m., rooms 4213-15. A biblical study by Dave Ramsey that teaches how to manage money, reduce debt, prepare a budget and use resources in a godly way. Cost for materials: $99. Details and registration: Rich or Jana Haussmann (407-333-0960 or rhaussmann@cfl.rr.com)
Discussion: (10 minutes) In his book Disappointment With God, Philip Yancey gives an overview of the trinity and the distinct role of each member of the Godhead. While it is easy to see God, the Father, as distant – He sent His Son to come near to us. And it is the Spirit of Christ that indwells us and walks with us – that is the guarantee of our inheritance. • How has your view of God affected, or been shaped by, your experience with evil or injustice? • How has the Spirit made His presence known during times of disappointment with God? Have the class members read together Romans 12:9-21. • According to this passage, what is an appropriate response to evil for a believer? • How can we overcome evil in situations in our lives, even when we cannot stop or control the evil actions of others? • When have you experienced this kind of victory? Details: Barb Olsen (407-949-7183 or barbara.olsen@ northlandchurch.net)
RELEVANTREADS
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elow are some resources available in the Northland Bookstore that reflect the focus of this weekend’s worship service:
A Life Well Lived, by Charles R. Swindoll What does God expect of you? Delving into the book of Micah, Swindoll reminds us that what "honors the Lord is a heart that beats in the same rhythm as His, a spirit that values the same qualities that define Him. He wants people who do what is right, who love kindness, and who walk humbly with Him. Do as he says, and you will not only honor the Lord you love, you will live life well." In A Life Well Lived, Swindoll explores these three pillars of God-pleasing character, discussing the means and motivation to achieve them as well as stumbling blocks to watch out for. Violence and Theology, by Cheryl Kirk-Duggan Many people of faith tend to say that they espouse peace and believe the essence of Micah 6:8, which states that we ought to do justice, love mercy, and walk humbly with God. Violence and Theology introduces the pervasive, stark reality of violence that weaves through general and religious culture in the West: including Scripture, classic literature, and nursery stories; history and politics; music, sports, television and video games; and even theology itself. From this persistently honest analysis, Kirk-Duggan then leads us to explore themes of justice, conflict resolution, holistic and cultural health, and spiritual and theological wellness, as ways to overcome violence today. Humility, The Journey Toward Holiness, by Andrew Murray When Jesus "made himself nothing ... taking the nature of a servant," He modeled for all believers' true humility. Murray calls this "our true nobility" and "the distinguishing feature of discipleship." In twelve brief but powerful chapters, Murray journeys through Scripture and Christ's life, underscoring the utmost need for humility--as opposed to pride---in the Christian's life. With insightful, penetrating clarity, Murray calls all Christians to turn from pride, empty themselves, and study the character of Christ to be filled with His grace. Often called the best work on humility ever written.
Sharing Life Stories
Saturday, July 18, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Student Ministries and Care Center, Fellowship Hall. Learn how to tell the stories of God through your own life stories along the way as you serve others. Pastor Gus Davies will help you discover how to use your natural styles, gifts and abilities to take Christ into the world every day.
To register: 1) Visit www.northlandchurch.net. 2) Select "Get Equipped" on the top menu bar. 3) Select the "Join a Connection Group!" icon. 4) Select "Sharing Life Stories" and "Join the Group." 5) You will receive an email confirmation of the registration. Details: Patty Sattler (psattler@cfl.rr.com or 407-687-6265)
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growth and healing. Workbook is available at Northland’s bookstore for $16. Preregistration is required; child care is available. Details and registration: Donna Delzingaro (407-937-1749)
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DIVORCED AND WIDOWED WOMEN’S FELLOWSHIP Second and fourth Sundays of each month, 3 p.m., Nancy Petitto’s home, Casselberry. Join other women for prayer and discussion at this potluck fellowship. Children are welcome. Details and directions: Nancy Petitto (407-699-9181)
Join others for ongoing encouragement and connection.
CONNECTION GROUPS
Connection Groups are ongoing groups that meet for friendship, worship, equipping and service. Some of these groups meet at a worship site, but most meet in homes across the community. While their locations, times and topics of study vary, the groups and their facilitators remain basically unchanged. Join a Connection Group online (www. northlandchurch.net), or contact Barbara Olsen (barbara.olsen@northlandchurch.net or 407 949 7183).
LW BELONG STUDY MEMBERSHIP OPPORTUNITY
Participate in the Belong study and have an opportunity to explore and become a member at Northland. For Northland membership, Here’s what you need to do: 1) Receive God’s gift of salvation, made possible through Jesus Christ. 2) Complete the Belong study in one of the following ways: • Take the online Belong study at www.northlandchurch.net. • Purchase the Belong DVD and study booklets in the Northland Bookstore. 3) Those who complete the online membership process will be contacted by a membership coach by phone. Online membership requires current personal contact information. 4) Participate in an on-site Belong class. Watch the Northland News for details on the next class. Details: Barbara Olsen (barbara.olsen@ northlandchurch.net or 407-949-7183)
CARE GROUPS
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Sundays, 3:30 p.m., Winter Springs. Study: The Power of a Woman’s Word, by Sharon Jaynes. Details: Lisa Edwards (407-222-9639 or godsgirl0202@yahoo.com)
Saturday, July 11, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Children’s Worship Wing. Northland joins with Nathaniel’s Hope monthly to provide three hours of free respite for parents and caregivers of special needs children. Drop off your child with our trained volunteers. Details and registration: Laura Lee Wright (407-9370549 or buddybreak@northlandchurch.net)
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LW STRUGGLING WITH HOMOSEXUALITY? (MEN) Wednesdays, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m., call for confidential location. Among Friends is a weekly support group for men who struggle with same sex attraction and/or same sex attraction feelings that want to live a life pleasing to God. Details: Zach (407-937-7193)
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LW SUPPORT FOR THE SEPARATED
Last Wednesday of each month, 7 p.m., Children’s Worship Wing, room 5106-7. Meet to discuss modern science in light of God’s Word. DVD study: Unlocking the Mysteries of Life. Details: Kent Cofoid (kent.cofoid@gmail.com)
First and third Thursdays of each month, 7 to 8:30 p.m., room 4209. A support group helping parents cope with kids in trouble, in jail, on drugs, etc., and with serious behavioral problems. Child care available by reservation. Details: Laurie Jean Harrington (lauriejean2@ bellsouth.net or 407 977 6742)
Tuesdays, 7 to 9 p.m. Learn practical steps for healing, hope and reconciliation in the Lord following the painful journey of divorce. Details on qualification and assessment: Donna Delzingaro (407-937-1749)
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Women in Conflict Peacemaking Support Group Wednesdays, 6:30 to 8 p.m., Gonzalez home. Learn how to respond to conflict in a biblically faithful manner, based on the “4 G’s” found in The Peacemaker, by Ken Sande. Child care is not available. Details: Christina Gonzalez (407-923-1789)
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SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS
Tuesdays, 7 to 9 p.m., rooms 4209-10. A 13week session in which individuals who have been through a divorce can experience personal
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MD DIVORCECARE Sundays, 9 to 11 a.m., Conference Room. This ministry provides opportunities for divorced individuals to renew their relationship with God by addressing the hardships resulting from their divorce by providing Bible-based teaching, support group discussions and prayer in a confidential setting. Details: Mitch Shipley (352-638-0441 or mns10@psu.edu) or Cindy Hall (352-589-1830 or chandnelly@earthlink.net)
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Fridays, noon to 1 p.m., e-mail for location. Learn how to apply scriptural principles to business through personal discipleship. Details: James Price (james.price@northlandchurch.net)
Mondays, 7 to 9 p.m., rooms 4206-7. If you are experiencing grief due to the death of a loved one, this healing ministry walks you through the steps of grief. Workbook is available at Northland’s bookstore for $16. Details and registration: GriefShare voiceline (407-949-7152)
These groups are a vital part of the health of the church, as they provide ongoing support through difficult times for specific life issues, such as addiction, divorce, illness or loss. LW BCAUSE—BREAST CANCER SURVIVAL Any woman touched by breast cancer desiring prayer, fellowship, information and/or encouragement, contact Susan Diener-Blando (321-972-4541 or susandb@yahoo.com). COPING WITH ADDICTIONS AND CODEPENDENCY Thursdays, 7 p.m., Student Ministries and Care Center, fellowship hall. A Christcentered, 12-step program dealing with issues such as alcohol, drugs, relationships, food, sexual addictions, codependency and issues affecting adult children of addiction. Child care is available. Details: His Way (407-599-9770)
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COMMON GROUND — YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY (Age 25-40) Mondays, beginning June 29, 6:45 to 8 p.m., Student Ministries and Care Center, The Rink. Join this fellowship of young adults seeking to build authentic Christian community, to grow spiritually mature and to affect the surrounding community with Christ’s love, reflected by serving God. Child care available upon request. Details: Mike Burke (mike. burke@northlandchurch.net)
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Coming together around a single activity or shared trait, these groups meet for specific events, ongoing study or ministry to the community.
LW AMEN (A MEETING OF MEN)
Tuesdays, 7 to 9 p.m., room 4206. Learn to apply God’s Word to real-life situations. Details: Dan Bogdan (407-702-5358 or danbogdan@ landscapeorlando.com) or Buzz Vincent (407463-9398 or blv292@cfl.rr.com)
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Saturday, August 15, 7 to 8:30 p.m, Nature’s Table Café. Speakers address a variety of topics designed to encourage married couples. Child care by reservation: Diane Jones (407949-7188 or diane.jones@northlandchurch. net); details: James Price (james.price@ northlandchurch.net)
Fourth Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m., Children’s Worship Wing, rooms 5106-7. Details: Christian HELP, 450 Seminola Blvd., Casselberry, (407-834-4022) Tuesday through Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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Saturdays, 10 a.m., Lyman High School practice fields. Coed. Details: Nathan Naversen (407-701-7577 or nate@magicwebhosting.com)
LW GOLF — links fellowship
Friday, July 10, 8 a.m., Rock Springs Ridge Golf Club. Linking golfers throughout the world in Christ. Meet the second Friday of each month. Guest speaker is Chris Storms, who will speak to us “Young Life’s” mission to take the Gospel to teenagers. Cost: $35 per person; food costs extra. RSVP by Tuesday, July 7. Details and reservations: Parks Reinhardt (407-880-9932 or linksfellowship@cfl.rr.com)
LW MOMS’ MORNING OUT
Pick one day a week, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Northland Early Learning Center. Drop off your 18- to 24-month-old for Moms’ Morning Out. Fee: $50 per month, includes registration and supplies. Details and registration: Pam Anderson (407-949-7179 or pam.anderson@ northlandchurch.net)
LW MOMS4MOMS
Third Monday of each month, 9 to 11:30 a.m., Student Ministries and Care Center, fellowship hall. Get connected with other moms for friendship and encouragement through meetings and playgroup activities. Registration required. Child care provided during monthly meetings for infants to 5-yearolds. Details: www.northlandmoms4moms.com
LW MOTORCYCLE GROUP
All styles welcome. Must own a motorcycle and have a valid motorcycle license to participate. Details: Lori Cooper-Keith (407-381-2051) • Teen Challenge Ride Sunday, July 12, 8:15 a.m., for a ride to the men’s Teen Challenge facility in Sanford for worship, fellowship, and lunch. Rain or shine event. Details, location and registration: Lori Cooper-Keith (407-381-2051)
LW PAGE TURNERS
Third Tuesday of each month, 10 to 11:30 a.m., Special Needs/Cry room. Discuss a variety of classic and contemporary Christian books. A list of books is available in the Northland Bookstore. Details: Ruth Rudy (407484-3000 or ruthrudy@cfl.rr.com)
LW SENIORS GROUP
Third Wednesday of each month, 11:45 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Student Ministries and Care Center, fellowship hall. Bring nonperishable food items for the Pastoral Care pantry. Details: Marilyn Casey (407-273-2857)
LW SINGLE ADULT MINISTRIES
Fourth Sunday of each month, 4 to 6 p.m., room 4206. Join for worship, prayer, classes and fellowship. Sundays, gather at Nature’s Table Café before the 6 p.m. worship service. Singles meet weekly in small groups throughout Central Florida. Details: Yvonne Lutz (lyvonne316@yahoo.com), Liza Johnson (lizajohnson@landam.com), Dave Mullen (dmull77@yahoo.com) or general information (NorthlandSAM@yahoo.com). Leave questions on the singles info line (407-949-7172). Learn more: christiansocial.meetup.com/189/.
LW SOCCER – ACHE
Fridays, 8:15 p.m., Red Bug Lake Park. On break until July 10 to allow for routine field maintenance. Details: Mike Cannavo (407-3590191)
LW TENNIS
Saturdays, 8 a.m., Red Bug Lake Park. Details: Jeff Rossmeissl (407-489-6096)
LW WORD WEAVERS
Second Saturday of each month, 9:30 a.m., Student Ministries and Care Center, fellowship hall. Details: www.wordweaversonline.com
MD BOWLING LEAGUE Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m., Triangle Lanes, Mount Dora. Join us for Moonlight bowling. All ages are welcome. Details: Jeff Young (205-3329931 or sbiltd@yahoo.com) MD LADIES NIGHT OUT Fourth Thursday of every month, 7 to 9 p.m., Chili’s, Mount Dora. Bring a friend. Details: Deborah Balic (407-832-9171) or Frances Merritt (407-554-0076) MD MEN’S BIBLE FELLOWSHIP Tuesdays, 6:30 to 7:45 a.m., rooms 2, 3. Motto: Men with a mission. Details: Richie Kluesener (407-221-4517 or rk@goldinart. com) or Bill Chapman (352-434-4116 or bill. chapman@northlandchurch.net) MD SMALL CHILDREN/HOMESCHOOL PLAY GROUP Wednesdays, 10 a.m. to noon, location alternates; call for details. Details: Michele Pruitt (352-408-3909) OV DISCOVERING GOD’S WILL (WOMEN) Mondays, 7 p.m., home of Laurie Jean Harrington. Join in this group study by Andy Stanley as they learn to determine God’s vision and purpose for their lives. Details: Laurie Jean Harrington (lauriejean2@bellsouth.net or 407977-6742)
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OV The Life of Joseph (Couples) Tuesdays, 7 p.m., Wiest home, Oviedo. Details: Doug and Lisa Hill (dhill@orlandoteam. com or 407-681-7396) WO WEST OAKS PLAY GROUP Join us for fellowship and fun. Details: Sara Sundermeyer (407-575-6178 or scostantini@ hotmail.com) or Kimberly Fulmer (407-6563008 or kfulmer@earthlink.net) WO LADIES NIGHT OUT Connect with West Oaks women each month. Activities and locations vary. Details: Derika Hacker (derika.hacker@northlandchurch.net or 407-473-4537)
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MD Search for Significance Wednesdays, beginning June 10, 7 to 8:15 p.m., rooms 2,3. A Robert McGee study to build your self-worth on God’s truth. Child care is not available. Details: Marilyn Faber (352-357-0983) or Christina Ferrito-Dugan (352-735-1974)
management and about practical tools and resources to help you manage your finances God’s way. Cost for materials $16. Details and registration: Bob Shoemaker (407-599-3132 or bobshoemaker@mindspring.com)
OV Bad Girls of the Bible (SINGLE WOMEN)
Sundays, 9 a.m., room 4213. Led by Dr. Dan Lacich. Details: Barbara Olsen (Barbara. olsen@northlandchurch.net or 407-949-7183)
Saturday, July 18, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Student Ministries and Care Center, Fellowship Hall. In this class, facilitated by Pastor Gus Davies and Patty Sattler, learn how to tell the stories of God through your own life stories as you serve others in all of your relationships. For registration instructions see page 10. Child care available upon request: Diane Jones (diane.jones@northlandchurch. net or 407-949-7188) Details: Patty Sattler (psattler@cfl.rr.com or 407-687-6265)
WO 1 and 2 Peter
MD Celebrate Recovery Local Chapter
WO THE GREATEST COMMANDMENT: LOVE Sundays, 10:30 a.m., conference room. Join us as we look at the greatest commandment from God’s perspective. Details: John Hammerstein (maxinehammerstein@mac.com or 407-877-8896)
WO Discover God’s Way of Handling Money
LW PRE-WORSHIP PRAYER MEETINGS
Saturdays, 4 to 4:45 p.m. and Sundays, 8 to 8:45 a.m., prayer room. Meet to pray for our worship services and the needs of those in our church family and the community. Details: Saturday, Jean Sherwood (407-323-7869), or Sunday, Jean Sherwood or Amy Dunn (407-463-6161)
ADULT BIBLE STUDIES LW ROMANS
Fridays, starting May 29, 7 p.m., NOCC. This ongoing group for single moms will bring you closer than ever to some of the shady ladies from Scripture who have so much to teach us. Book and workbook required. Child care available off site. Details: Michelle Redding (mredding10@cfl.rr.com or 407-497-6540)
Sundays, 10:30 a.m., Fellowship Hall. Study the books of first and second Peter. Details: Rob Ross (321-948-2512 or rob@EnlightenDigital. com)
Bible studies and opportunities to help you explore your faith and know God.
BAPTISM LW ADULT BAPTISMS
Sunday, July 12, 2 p.m., Ken and Diane Watkins’ home. Adults and teens may be baptized by immersion or sprinkling as a public profession of personal faith in Jesus Christ (Matthew 28:19). Maps are available at the information desk in the church foyer. Call to sign up. Details: Sharon Ferreira (407-949-7189 or sharon. ferreira@northlandchurch.net)
LW CHILD BAPTISMS
WO JOHN Sundays, 10:30 a.m., Northland at West Oaks sanctuary. Join others in studying “John: Theology in the Real World.” Details: Derika Hacker (407-473-4537 or derika.hacker@ northlandchurch.net)
MEN’S BIBLE STUDIES LW ISAIAH
Thursdays, 6:30 a.m., Student Ministries and Care Center, room 1118. Join this open-forum discussion on the book of Isaiah: 45 minutes of study, and 15 minutes of prayer. Details: Ron Morris (ron@creativele.com)
WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDIES
Northland recommends the Steps for Young Believers course for children prior to baptism, but it is not mandatory. For information about grade-school student baptisms, contact Diane Jones (diane. jones@northlandchurch.net or 407-9497188).
LW Anointed, Transformed, Redeemed
LW INFANT BAPTISM/DEDICATION CLASS
LW A Heart Like His, Beth Moore Study
Saturday, July 18, 7 p.m., rooms 42067. Child care is available upon request. Details: Diane Jones (407-949-7188 or diane.jones@northlandchurch.net)
PRAYER LW CHILDREN’S MINISTRIES PRAYER TEAM
Pray weekly from your home for needs in Children’s Ministries. Details: Carol Moss (carol.moss@northlandchurch.net or 407949-7180)
LW MEN’S PRAISE AND PRAYER
Thursdays, 6:30 a.m., Student Ministries and Care Center, room 1104. Details: Dave McGregor (407-774-2952 or mcgregor449@hotmail.com)
LW PRAYER GROUP
Thursdays, 6:30 a.m., Student Ministries and Care Center, room 1116. Details: Jean Sherwood (407-323-7869)
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Mondays, starting June 22, 10 a.m. to noon, room 4213. A Bible study by Beth Moore, Kay Arthur and Priscilla Shirer. Workbook available at the Northland bookstore. Child care provided. Details: Laurie Jean Harrington (lauriejean2@bellsouth.net or 407-977-6742)
Seeking the heart of God through a study of David. • Mondays, June 1 through August 10, 9:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m., rooms 4206-07. Child care available by reservation. Details and registration for child care: Cherrie Rowe (cherbear100@aol.com or 407-322-6850) • Wednesdays, May 27 through August 5, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., rooms 4206-07. No child care provided. Details: Cherrie Rowe (cherbear100@aol.com or 407-322-6850)
LW REVELATION — PRECEPT UPON PRECEPT
Mondays, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., rooms 4213-15. Study: Revelation, Part 1. Child care is available upon request. Workbook, $23.50. Details and registration: Melody Ringenberg (rringenberg@cfl.rr.com or 407-884-9794)
MD LIVING BEYOND YOURSELF, A BETH MOORE STUDY Wednesdays, 9 to 11 a.m., rooms 2, 3. A study that explores the fruit of the Spirit. Child care is available. Child care is available. Details: Deborah Balic (407-832-9171) or Frances Merritt (407-554-0076)
LW Sharing Life Stories
Tuesdays, 7 to 9:30 p.m., Calvary Chapel of the Lakes, 351 Plaza Drive, Tavares. For those dealing with unhealthy habits in the present or painful experiences from the past. Child care is available. Details: Marilyn Faber (352-357-0983 or marilynfaber@comcast.net)
Classes and training to help you mature in your faith and equip you to serve.
ADULTS LW CHALLENGES TO CHRISTIANITY
Sundays, through September 6, 11 a.m., rooms 4206-07. Discussion group focusing on Dr. Joel C. Hunter’s current sermon series, led by governing elder Peter Katauskas. Delve more deeply into struggles of faith and address questions and challenges to Christianity. Details: Barb Olsen (407-949-7183 or barbara. olsen@northlandchurch.net)
LW CONQUERING FEAR, ANGER, ANXIETY
Tuesdays, 7:15 p.m., room 4204. Conquer fear, anger and anxiety through biblical principles. Child care is available. Details: Skye Engel (407-834-3158)
LW DIVORCECARE FACILITATORS TRAINING
Facilitators are needed to work alongside the DivorceCare ministry. Learn to help those who are currently experiencing the pain of divorce find healing. Contact Elaine for an application and more information on training. Details: Elaine Harland (407-949-4002 or elaine. harland@northlandchurch.net)
LW Financial Peace University
Preview class: Sunday, July 12, 10:45 a.m., rooms 4213-15. Class: Sundays, July 26 through October 18, 10:45 a.m., rooms 4213-15. A biblical study by Dave Ramsey that teaches how to manage money, reduce debt, prepare a budget and use resources in a godly way. Cost for materials: $99. Details and registration: Rich or Jana Haussmann (407-3330960 or rhaussmann@cfl.rr.com)
LW LEARN TO SPEAK CHINESE
Sundays, 1:30 to 3:15 p.m., Children’s Worship Wing, rooms 5202-9. Beginner and mid-level classes available. Cost: $100 for textbooks and activity fees for one semester. Details: Jin Guiying (gui_jin66@yahoo.com) or Linan An (lan@mail.ucf.edu)
LW MANAGING OUR FINANCES GOD’S WAY
Sundays, June 7 to July 26, 9 to 10:30 a.m., room 4210. Learn about biblical financial
Sundays, 10:30 a.m., fellowship hall. Learn the profound impact managing your money has on your relationship with God. Details: Zack Fulmer (zack.fulmer@ronblue.com)
CHILDREN LW Early Learning Center
Summer Program Tuesdays through Thursdays, June 30 to July 30, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Early Childhood Wing. For children 3 to 5 years old (on September 1, 2009). Fee is $85 per week or $350 for entire five weeks ($75 discount). Space is limited. Details and registration: Cathy Casavant (407-937-1786 or cathy.casavant@northlandchurch.net)
LW STEPS FOR YOUNG BELIEVERS
(GRADES 2 – 5) AND THEIR PARENTS These courses in basic discipleship include classroom sessions and daily at-home devotionals. Sundays, 4 to 5:45 p.m. Materials cost for each class: $5. Registration is required. Details and registration: Diane Jones (407-9497188 or diane.jones@northlandchurch.net) • STEP 1—BECOMING A PART OF GOD’S FAMILY: June 28 to July 19. Focus: Salvation and assurance. Includes Communion instruction. • STEP 2—THE MOST IMPORTANT THING: June 28 to July 26. Focus: Jesus’ Life A-Z, a basic discipleship theme and learning about the life of Christ. Baptism offered at end of course. • STEP 3—LIVING BY THE BOOK, “C-ING” MY WAY THROUGH THE BIBLE: October 11 to November 15. Focus: To develop skills in exploring the Bible.
MEN LW FAITHFUL AND TRUE
Mondays, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m., Student Ministries and Care Center, room 1118. Join a fellowship of men pursuing sexual integrity. Workbooks are available at Northland’s bookstore for $17. Details and registration: Bryce Hagedorn (407227-3072 or brycehagedorn@yahoo.com) or Kevin Urichko (407-949-7166 or kevin.urichko@ northlandchurch.net)
LW MEN’S STUDY
Thursdays, 7 to 8:30 p.m., room 4128. Study: Men’s Fraternity: The Quest for Authentic Manhood, developed by Dr. Robert Lewis. Details: Tom Horvath (tom@tomhorvath.com) or Gerald Jones (Gwjones01@aol.com)
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WO MEN IN THE WORD Saturdays, 8 a.m., St. Paul’s Fellowship Center, Second Floor. Read through Frances Chan’s book Crazy Love. Details: Jerry Murphy (407-522-1672 or jerry.murphy@ieee.org)
WOMEN LW FAITHFUL AND TRUE
Wednesdays, 7 to 8:30 p.m., Children’s Worship Wing, room 5108. If you have a desire to live authentically, honestly, and intimately in your relationships, this group will provide hope and a safe place to heal if you have experienced sexual betrayal, deception, and lies of secrecy which keep you in bondage. Details and registration: Vicki M. Wotring (520631-0886 or celebratelife3@aol.com)
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LOCAL SERVICE PROJECTS For a project list and registration, visit www. northlandchurch.net. More info on page 6. Details: Vanessa Puleo (vanessa.puleo@ northlandchurch.net or 407-949-7156)
LW ACCESS MINISTRIES STEERING COMMITTEE
Saturday, July 4, 4:30 to 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, July 5, 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.; Monday, July 6, 6:15 to 9:15 p.m. Give blood and save lives! Details: Susan Cholewa (susan.cholewa@northlandchurch.net)
LW COVERING CARE BLANKET
volunteer
Ushers, greeters, child care workers and more are needed at all worship sites.
Longwood: Volunteer Central Calvie Hughson 407-937-1831 or calvie.hughson@northlandchurch.net Mount Dora: Bill Chapman bill.chapman@northlandchurch.net or 352-434-4116 Oviedo: Amanda Hartley amanda.hartley@northlandchurch.net or 407-222-7374 West Oaks: Derika Hacker derika.hacker@northlandchurch.net or 407-473-4537
CHRISTIAN BUSINESSMEN’S CONNECTION (CBMC) Tuesdays, 7 to 8 a.m., Denny’s, Lee Road exit off Interstate 4, or Thursdays, 7 to 8 a.m., Perkin’s, University and Forsyth. Meet for fellowship, prayer and discussion of God’s principles for business. Tuesday details: Armand Dauplaise (407-221-3114 or adauplaise@aol.com) or www.cbmc.com; Thursday details: Steve Doerr (321-274-7072) or Jay Stauf (407-506-6737)
Come together for a single service project or an ongoing cause.
LW BLOOD DRIVE
Opportunities to serve.
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Serve your local community
Seeking community professionals and stakeholders who have a heart for addressing community-based options for affordable housing and care for people with disabilities in Central Florida to serve on a steering committee. Details: Laura Lee Wright (407-937-0549 or lauralee.wright@northlandchurch.net)
First Saturday of each month, 3 to 4:30 p.m. or third Thursday of each month, 7 to 8:30 p.m., Hospitality Suite. Work on baby caps and blankets for distribution in local communities. Details: Nicole Roberts (407-699-8575 or mamaquad@earthlink.net)
LW JAIL MINISTRY
Minister to inmates in Seminole County or Orange County jails during Sunday 9 a.m. worship; Celebrate Recovery for women, Thursday afternoons; Assist women with longterm planning; Prayer team; Pen pals.Training provided. Details: Jail Ministry voice mail (407949-4007)
LW OPEN HOUSE
Saturday, June 20, 3 to 7 p.m., 164 Plumosus Drive, Altamonte Springs. See what God is doing with Jessica’s House, transitional housing for women, offered by Northland’s Prison & Jail Discipleship Ministry. Details: Laurie Jean Harrington (lauriejean2@bellsouth.net or 407977-6742)
Opportunities and classes in the greater Orlando community.
ADULTS ABORTION RECOVERY Bible study for post-abortive men or women that meets in a confidential, supportive setting. Details: Reveille Ministries (407-333-0404) Connecting God’s Children Tuesday, July 21, 7 p.m., Willow Creek Church, 4725 East Lake Drive, Winter Springs. This ministry connects the needs of God’s foster and orphaned children with the people who want to help them. Details: cgcministry.org EXCHANGE MINISTRIES Mondays, 7:15 to 9:15 p.m., First Baptist Orlando, E-2 building, third floor, 3000 S. John Young Parkway, Orlando. A Christ-centered ministry for men and women struggling with homosexuality. Details: John Westcott (407514-4356 or www.exchangeministries.org). A support group takes place the first Monday of each month at 7:15 p.m to encourage parents, friends and family who have loved ones struggling with their sexual identity. Details: Cherrie Rowe (407-322-6850 or cherbear100@ aol.com); inquiries are confidential.
LW PETPALS
Harvest Time International Mission Ministry needs volunteers for four hours a week. Volunteer positions include: administrative, praying, ministering, helping families apply for benefits, and sorting food. Details: Terry (407-474-0441 or www.harvesttime.org)
During worship services and special events. BLS trained or medical professionals, especially EMTs, are needed. Details: Susan Cholewa (407-9370544 or susan.cholewa@northlandchurch.net)
Saturdays, except the fifth Saturday of the month. Share your pets with people in nursing homes, assisted-living facilities, etc. Details: Becky Yeager (leahyeager@aol.com or 407699-4903)
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HEALING GRACE Thursdays, 6:30 to 8 p.m., TLC Women’s Center, 4804 Edgewater Drive, Orlando. This post-abortion ministry shares the healing grace of Jesus without judgment. Details: Coorie Moore (407-292-7628)
LW MEDICAL FIRST RESPONDERS
Weekday volunteers are needed at Northland at Longwood to answer phones and greet visitors. Flexible hours. Details: Kevin Donaghy (407-9371831 or kevin.donaghy@northlandchurch.net)
LW SPECIAL NEEDS CHILDREN AND TEENS
Sundays, assist during the 11 a.m. worship service. Details: Laura Lee Wright (407-9370549 or lauralee.wright@northlandchurch.net)
LW Ushers and greeters Greet and seat those attending worship services. Serve for two and a half hours every other weekend. No experience necessary. Details: Susan Cholewa (susan.cholewa@ northlandchurch.net or 407-937-0544)
LONGWOOD HEALTH CARE CENTER OPPORTUNITY Sundays, 9 a.m., sanctuary. Give hugs and show love to the residents of the facility behind Northland on Grant Street. Details: Patsy Grannan (407-538-5209 or Pjg327@ embarqmail.com)
MD VOLUNTEER AT THE CARPENTER’S HOUSE
FOR CHILDREN This center in Lake County is home to 16 abandoned, displaced and medically needy children, ranging in age from 2 to 19 years. There are many opportunities for involvement. Details: Ann South (south4@comcast.net or 352-267-3388) or www.thecarpentershouseoflakecounty.com
OV GOOD SAMARITAN Serve someone in need in your community through meal deliveries. Details: Maggie Jobson (mjobson@cfl.rr.com) Find other ways to serve in your community at servebeyond.northlandchurch.net.
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HOMELESS MINISTRY To assist the homeless or if you are in need of assistance due to being homeless, connect with Homeless Services Network of Central Florida for the most current info on resources. Details: HSN (407-893-0133 or www.hsncfl.org) President’s Job Fair (CFEC.org) Wednesday, July 15, noon to 4 p.m. at the Central Florida Fairgrounds & Exposition Park, 4603 W. Colonial Drive, Orlando. Admission and parking are free. Dress professionally and bring plenty of resume copies. No children. Visit www.CFEC.org to preregister, get job fair tips, research the companies listed, get directions or search Central Florida’s Online Job Board. Details: Christian HELP (407-834-4022)
parentS NEARHIM HOME EDUCATORS Supports and encourages families whom God has called to teach their children at home. Details: www.nearhim.com
women Confidence In Crisis Thursdays, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., Panera Bread in Winter Springs (in the Publix plaza at Tuskawilla and Red Bug Lake roads). Designed for women experiencing marital crisis with separation and/or divorce. Offering encouragement through prayer, discussion and general upliftment. Details: Sandy Isaacs (407272-7522 or sandylisaacs@yahoo.com) MOPS (MOTHERS OF PRESCHOOLERS) First and third Tuesday of each month, 10 a.m., east/central Orlando. Meet other moms and get refreshed. Details: Jackie Howe (407281-9276 or congagirl@earthlink.net) ON THE THRESHOLD OF HOPE Wednesdays, 5:50 p.m. to 7 p.m., The Parlor at Reformed Theological Seminary. Study this book by Diane Mandt Langberg, Ph. D., on opening the door to healing for survivors of sexual abuse. Details: Olivia Litwiller or Becky Valentine (407-949-4000, ext. 1789 or 1740) Women of Faith Conference Friday, August 14 to Saturday, August 15, St. Pete Times Forum Area. Theme of the conference is A Grand New Day! We all love a fresh start, a new beginning, a chance to make a change. God gives us one every day! Details: www.womenoffaith.com WORKPLACE MINISTRY First Tuesday of each month, 5:30 to 7 p.m., Orlando. J4 Leaders, an interdenominational ministry for women to help encourage one another to succeed with a biblical worldview. Details and reservations: sschultz2@cfl.rr.com or 407-522-4797
stewardship Ways for you to give of your treasure (Matthew 6:19-21).
donations
Non-perishable food items can be brought to Northland. Please take clean, usable clothing, toys and supplies to The Christian Sharing Center, Fairmont Plaza, 600 N. Highway 1792, Longwood (407-260-9155).
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CAR (4-DOOR SEDAN) is needed by the Northland Service department for use by visiting missionaries, partners and special guests. Details: Sarah Mattingly (407-949-7170 or sarah.mattingly@northlandchurch.net)
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Christian and classic children’s books as well as parenting and marriage books are needed for the Northland Children’s and Family library. Books may be dropped off in the Children’s Ministry Office. Details: Bethany Durys (bethany.durys@northlandchurch.net or 407-937-0541)
LW Nonperishable food items can be placed into the designated wooden boxes in the lobby and in the Student Ministries and Care Center. Details: Gretchen Kerr (407-9497190 or gretchen.kerr@northlandchurch.net) MD LOVE COLLECTION New collection each month for The Carpenter’s House for Children and for Loaves and Fishes of Apopka. Visit the information table for list. Details: Ann South (south4@comcast.net or 352-267-3388) or Sharlee Hollingsworth (shollingsworth2@cfl.rr.com)
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ix people were baptized recently at the home of Ken and Diane Watkins, with Pastor Gus Davies officiating. You, too, may be baptized by immersion or sprinkling as a public profession of your personal faith and trust in Jesus Christ as the Lord and Savior of your life (Matthew 28:19). The next baptism is Sunday, July 12. See page 12 for details.
OV BOYS TOWN has donation buckets in the foyer as well as current needs lists and service opportunities. Details: Kathy Franz (klfranz@ aol.com or 407-415-7678) OV
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Details: Amanda Hartley (amanda.hartley@ northlandchurch.net or 407-222-7374)
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Work with Faith Neighborhood Center of Clermont in the coming year. If your small group, ministry, or Bible study would like to do so, contact Patti Novak (NOVAKgirls4@aol.com). Backpacks, blankets, tennis shoes, hygienic supplies, and men’s and women’s casual clothes are needed by Distributed Ministry at History Park Center, a ministry to the homeless in Orlando. Details: Dave Mullen (dmull77@yahoo.com) or Mary Lu Pall (Mlupall777@yahoo.com) bed sheets and pillowcases are needed by The Seminole Safehouse for battered women and their children. Details: Steve Celentano (407-399-8173) vehicles are needed at Recovery House of Central Florida (www.recoveryhouseinc.org). It also needs pressure-washing equipment, power tools, and hand tools. Details: Erik Robinson (407-323-5857 or erikrhcf@yahoo.com)
Hope Foundation & Sonshine Thrift has donation buckets in the foyer as well as current needs lists and service opportunities.
Looking for the job listings? You can find them at jobs.northlandchurch.net.
Jonathan Parent
Robb Richardson
FINANCIAL REPORT
............................................................................................................... As of june 22, 2009 Electronic giving is available at the kiosks located in the foyer or online at www.northlandchurch.net. Offering envelopes are available at all giving boxes and can also be mailed to your home for convenience. Evangelical Council for Details: Twila Roberts (407-949-4000) Financial Accountability ...............................................................................................................
Samantha Richardson
Tabitha Richardson
TITHES and OFFERINGS This Week This Quarter This Year Need $240,000 $2,880,000 $6,000,000 Received $236,661 $2,891,144 $5,660,681 Surplus / (Deficit) ($3,339) $11,144 ($339,319) * *Shortfall is currently being covered by reserve fund. ............................................................................................................... BUILDING FUND Need Received Surplus / (Deficit)
This Week This Quarter $41,200 $494,400 $31,688 $432,000 ($9,512) ($62,400)
This Year $1,030,000 $802,634 ($227,366)
LOAN BALANCE is currently $19,973,333 ............................................................................................................... Scott Rieckhoff
Mary Walauskis
ATTENDANCE for weekend of June 20 to 22, 2009 Northland at Longwood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7,321 Northland at Mount Dora . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247 Northland at Oviedo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 323 Northland at West Oaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149 Northland Webstream . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1,864 at 1,078 sites Total . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9,904 at 1,082 sites
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OVIEDO SITE
Whom do I contact if:
Dr. Don Pederson, Chairman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-937-1804 Ed Wood, Vice Chairman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-937-1794 Peter Katauskas, Secretary/Treasurer . . . . . . . . . 407-937-1809 Fred Franz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-937-1766 Dan Hardaway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-949-4000 Marcus Mennenga . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-949-7169 Paul Rahill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-937-1798 Felipe Santos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-949-7168 Thom Willis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-949-4000
Hagerty High School 3225 Lockwood Blvd., Oviedo, FL 32765 Hagerty High School is located on Lockwood Blvd., between E. Mitchell Hammock and E. McCulloch roads.
I am in crisis? Northland’s main line . . . . . . . . . . . 407-949-4000 I want to seek counseling? Counseling referral line . . . . . . . . . 407-949-7204 I have a prayer request? Prayer request line . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-949-4025 I need the Hospital Ministry to pay a visit? Elaine Harland . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-949-7149 I want to become a member? Ruth Sapp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-949-4039 I have accepted Christ into my heart and wish to be baptized? Sharon Ferreira (adult/student) . . . . 407-949-7189 Diane Jones (infants–grade school) . . 407-949-7188 I need information on Student Ministries? Shaylynn Stoner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-949-7194 I need information about Children’s Ministries? Longwood: Debbie Blahnik . . . . . . . 407-949-7162 Mount Dora: Tanya Carpenter . . . . . 352-735-3832 Oviedo: Michelle Smith . . . . . . . . . 407-718-5510 West Oaks: Derika Hacker . . . . . . . 407-473-4537 I am interested in Distributed Journeys? Patti Harshey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-937-0573 I want to help at Northland? Longwood: Calvie Hughson . . . . . . . 407-937-1831 Mount Dora: Bill Chapman . . . . . . . 352-434-4116 Oviedo: Amanda Hartley . . . . . . . . 407-222-7374 West Oaks: Derika Hacker . . . . . . . 407-473-4537 I want to get involved in a local serving project Vanessa Puleo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-949-7156 or visit www.northlandchurch.net I am getting married? Sharon Ferreira . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-949-7189 I need to plan a funeral? Sharon Ferreira . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-949-7189 I would like to order CDs, DVDs, Tapes and/or newspapers? Network Sound Inc . . . . . . . . . . . 407-834-8555 or northlandorders@networksoundinc.com
Northland at Oviedo Community Center (NOCC) 561 E. Mitchell Hammock Road, #300 Oviedo, FL 32765 Oviedo blog website . . . . . . . . . . oviedo.northlandchurch.net
LONGWOOD SITE 530 Dog Track Road, Longwood, FL 32750 www.northlandchurch.net / info@northlandchurch.net Main Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-949-4000 Main Fax . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-830-9840 longwood blog site . . . . . . . . . . . blogs.northlandchurch.net Bookstore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-949-7199 Steve Bruton, Manager Donna Duckhorn, Assistant Manager Patricia McManus, Assistant Manager Bookstore Hours: Monday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday–Thursday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Friday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CLOSED Saturday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4:15 to 7 p.m. Sunday . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:15 a.m. to 1 p.m.; 5:15 to 8 p.m. Children’s Ministries Debbie Blahnik, Director . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-949-7162 Lori Gagnon, Early Childhood Administrator . . . . . 407-949-4010 Julie Meeker, Grade School Administrator . . . . . . 407-949-7153 Pam Anderson, Co-op Director . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-949-7179 Pastoral Care Scotty Alderman, Pastoral Care Coordinator . . . . . 407-949-4035 Elaine Harland, Care Ministries Coordinator . . . . . 407-949-4402
General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-949-4000 Jeremy Jobson, Site Minister . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-929-3053 jeremy.jobson@northlandchurch.net Amanda Hartley, Site Coordinator . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-222-7374 amanda.hartley@northlandchurch.net Erica Emler, Student Ministries Coordinator . . . . . 407-687-8570 erica.emler@northlandchurch.net Michelle Smith, Children’s Ministries . . . . . . . . . . 407-718-5510 michelle.smith@northlandchurch.net Kathy Franz, Boys Town Liaison . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-415-7678 Prayer — For prayer requests or to join the Oviedo prayer team contact Amanda Hartley (amanda.hartley@northlandchurch.net) Good Samaritan Ministry — Help someone who really needs it, right now! Sign-up and details: Maggie Jobson (mjobson@cfl.rr.com) Be in the Know — Get on the e-mail list for ongoing events and information. Details: Amanda Hartley (amanda.hartley@ northlandchurch.net)
WEST OAKS SITE St. Pauls Presbyterian Church 9600 W. Colonial Drive, Ocoee, FL 34761 St. Pauls Presbyterian Church is located across from the West Oaks mall. The entrance is off Citrus Oaks Avenue. West Oaks blog website . . . . . . westoaks.northlandchurch.net
Worship Services Ruth Sapp, Congregational Services Director . . . . . 407-949-4039 Susan Cholewa, Site Coordinator . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-937-0544 Kathy Campbell, Deaf Ministry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-328-4785
MOUNT DORA SITE The Seventh-Day Adventist Church 18440 Highway 441, Mount Dora, FL 32757 The Seventh-Day Adventist Church is on the left side of the highway. Look for the “Northland” sign. Mount Dora blog site . . . . . . mountdora.northlandchurch.net General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-949-7184 Bill Chapman, Site Minister . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 352-434-4116 bill.chapman@northlandchurch.net Frances Merritt, Site Coordinator . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-554-0076 Cell: 352-409-7777 or jasonandfrances@comcast.net John Tucker, Setup/Takedown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-438-9961 wyoming01@earthlink.net Ann South, Carpenter’s House for Children . . . . . . 352-267-3388 south4@comcast.net Kitty Merritt, Prayer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 352-589-1770 Tanya Carpenter, Children’s Ministries . . . . . . . . . 352-735-3832 tcarpenter@cfl.rr.com Marilyn Faber, Celebrate Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . 352-357-0983 marilynrfaber@yahoo.com
COUNSELING Northland partner, nonprofit counseling ministries. Discovery Counseling Dennis Gowin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-376-3773 Oviedo Counseling Clinic Sarah Baker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (407-366-9493, ext. 256)
General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-937-1747 Tommy Novak, Site Minister . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 352-989-7378 tommy.novak@northlandchurch.net Derika Hacker, Children’s Coordinator . . . . . . . . . 407-473-4537 derika.hacker@northlandchurch.net Lou Amadori, Setup/Teardown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-493-7343 lamadori@cfl.rr.com John & Maxine Hammerstein, Prayer Coordinators . 407-877-8896 maxinehammerstein@mac.com Patti Novak, F.A.I.T.H. Neighboorhood Center . . . . 352-989-7478 Prayer — For prayer requests or to join the West Oaks prayer team . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . John and Maxine Hammerstein 407-877-8896 or maxinehammerstein@mac.com
ACCESS MINISTRIES While meeting the needs of individuals with disabilities has always been important to our church, we are working on expanding the programs and services offered. These efforts are being led by Laura Lee Wright, Northland’s Access Ministries team leader (407-937-0549 or lauralee. wright@northlandchurch.net). We can best accommodate your needs if you arrive early for service. Details: Congregational Services (407-949-4000 or congregational.services@ northlandchurch.net) Special Needs/Cry Room: It is located at the west end of the main foyer in room 4128.
LIFEHOPE LifeHope is a benevolence ministry that serves people in need in our church family and community for the purpose of connecting them to a relationship with God and Christian community through worship, equipping and service. It is the privilege of our ministers to love, listen, pray with and serve you during your first visit. They will help assess your priority needs and eligibility to be considered for assistance. Our LifeHope staff will then guide you toward your next steps. This may require an additional visit. Our strongest desire is to empower and equip you to live the life God has for you. Details: Laura Young (407-949-7151) LifeHope Hours: Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Friday, 9 a.m. to noon, at Northland’s Student Ministries and Care Center.
Parking: The front parking lot is reserved for those with special needs. Special Needs Seating: People with wheelchairs, walkers or other special needs have designated seating areas throughout the sanctuary if needed. Lyrics for Visually Impaired: Printed lyrics are located at the Welcome Center. Sunday School: Classes for children through fifth grade with special needs is on Sundays at 11 a.m. Buddy Breaks: With Nathaniel’s Hope, we offer respite for parents of kids with special needs. Check the Belong section in the Northland News for details. Assistance for Those With Hearing Loss: Signed worship service is Sundays, 9 a.m. Sound amplification aids are available at the Welcome Center.
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GOVERNING ELDERS
BELIEVE 16
Preaching the message this weekend:
Sean Cooper, Minister of Service and Equipping
Sean Cooper is the minister of service and equipping at Northland. After attending the church while in college, he grew interested in Northland’s passion for intergenerational leadership and the opportunity to equip a new generation of Kingdom leaders. In 1996, he initiated overseas trips that would eventually integrate the Student Ministries into an international network of student leaders. Having grown up in Brazil as the child of missionaries, Sean thrives on the diversity of cultures—especially the opportunity churches have to learn from each other in expanding God’s Kingdom. When not traveling or working on overseas projects, Sean is often found among college students and young adults, discussing cultural anthropology, social justice issues or the band U2. He and his wife, Addie, are parents to a daughter, Emerson, and an infant son, Wyatt. Sean says the “community that celebrates Jesus” was what first drew him to Northland. “This church is a catalyst for sending us back into the community to share the Good News of Jesus with others.”
THIS WEEKEND’S MESSAGE:
Worship focus:
Becoming a Serving Society
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Scripture focus:
Micah 6:8 (nKJV)
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has shown you, O man, what is good; And what does the LORD require of you But to do justly, To love mercy, And to walk humbly with your God?
Worship God today for His mercy. His mercy means His goodness to those who deserve only punishment. When we reflect His nature, we show goodness to others, without asking what they, or we, deserve. Summary prayer: .....................................................................................
APPLICATION: ...................................................................................................................................
Teach us, Father, to serve You with humility, and with gentleness and patience, let us take Your mercy, love and justice into the world every day. Let us vindicate the weak and fatherless, help the afflicted and destitute, and rescue the weak and needy. Deliver us all from the hand of the wicked.
Where do you see injustice in your day-to-day world? Who do you see in need of mercy in your neighborhood, at the office or on the playing field? What could you do to effect change for those people in those situations?
You can participate in Sean Cooper’s call to action at www.northlandchurch.net/respond.
Notes:
REMEMBER TO BRING YOUR BIBLE TO WORSHIP SERVICE
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B i b l e s a r e 2 5 % o f f e v e r y d a y a t N o r t h l a n d ’s b o o k s t o r e .
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