Northland News Vol 10/Iss 35

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AUGUST 29 - SEPTEMBER 5, 2009

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VOLUME 10, ISSUE 35

The Christian ideal has not

been tried and found lacking; it has been found difficult and left untried. – G.K. Chesterton, Chapter 5, What's Wrong With The World, 1910

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What’s Happening This Week?

LONGWOOD SITE

MOUNT DORA SITE

Saturday, August 29

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 LUGRox

Prayer Room Sanctuary ECW CWW The Rink/SMCC

SUNday, AUGUST 30

7:30 am 8:30 am 9:00 am 9:00 am 9:00 am 9:00 am 9:00 am 10:30 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 5:00 pm 6:00 pm 6:00 pm 6:00 pm

Prayer Meeting (cc) Marriage Prep Class Worship (cc)* (hi) Infant/Walker – K’s Grades 1–5 1 Peter Class Step Parenting Class Financial Peace University Connection Group Philippians Transformers Study (cc) Worship (cc)* Infant/Walker – K’s Grades 1–5 Special Needs Class Challenges to Christianity Singles Small Group Discovering God’s Will (Singles) If You Want to Walk on Water (Singles) O2 (High School students) Worship (cc) Infant/Walker – K’s Grades 1–5

Monday, AUGUST 31

9:45 am 10:00 am 6:30 pm 7:00 pm 7:00 pm 7:00 pm 7:00 pm 7:00 pm 7:00 pm 7:00 pm

Beth Moore Study Precepts Post Marriage 911 Study (cc) Faithful and True Men’s Group Worship (cc) Infant/Walker – K’s Grades 1–5 Grief Share Life on Hold Women’s Group Common Ground Young Adult Ministry

Prayer Room The Rink/SMCC Sanctuary ECW CWW 4213-15 4210 1116-18/SMCC 4210 4209 F.Hall/SMCC Sanctuary ECW CWW CWW 4206-7 4206-8 4206-7 4205 The Rink/SMCC Sanctuary ECW CWW

4206-7 4213-15 4210 F.Hall/SMCC Sanctuary ECW CWW 4204-9 4217 The Rink/SMCC

TUESday, September 1

2:00 pm 6:30 pm 7:00 pm 7:00 pm 7:00 pm 7:00 pm 7:00 pm

Near Him Home Educators 1116-18/SMCC Beth Moore Study The Rink/SMCC Crown Class 1111,1113/SMCC Financial Peace University F.Hall/SMCC DivorceCare 4205, 4208-10, 4213-17 AMEN 4206-7 Conquering Fear, Anger, Anxiety (cc) 4204

Joy of Living Doulos Care Group Faithful and True (Women)

4209-10 The Rink/SMCC 5106-7/CWW 5108-9/CWW

THURsday, September 3

6:30 am 6:30 am 6:30 am 6:30 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 Access Parent Support Group Financial Peace University Crown His Way Parents of Prodigals

Saturday, September 5

9:00 am 3:00 pm 4:00 pm 5:00 pm 5:00 pm 5:00 pm 6:30 pm

SUNday, AUGUST 30

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

TUESday, September 1 6:30 am 7:00 pm

Men’s Bible Fellowship Celebrate Recovery (cc)

WEDNEsday, September 2 9:00 am 10:00 am 7:00 pm 7:00 pm

Women’s Bible Study Homeschool Play Group Women’s Bible Study CREW352

friday, September 4 7:00 pm

Mount Dora Home Group

Sanctuary Room 15 Room 15 Room 1 Rooms 2-3 Youth Room Sanctuary Room 15 Room 15 Room 1 Rooms 2-3

Rooms 2-3 TBD Rooms 2-3 Sanctuary

9:00 am Worship (cc)* 9:00 am Infants 9:00 am Classes for 2’s - 3’s 9:00 am Classes for 4’s - K’s 9:00 am Grade School 11:00 am Worship (cc)* 11:00 am Infants 11:00 am Classes for 2’s - 3’s 11:00 am Classes for 4’s - K’s 11:00 am Grade School 11:00 am AXIS: Middle School Ministry 6:00 pm AXIS: High School Ministry

Auditorium 9-109 9-107 9-105 8-107 Auditorium 9-109 9-107 9-105 8-107 Hallway NOCC

Discerning the Voice of God (Women) Harrington home

TUESday, September 1

6:30 am 7:00 pm

Connection Group (Men) The Life of Joseph (Couples)

1118/SMCC 1104/SMCC 1116/SMCC 5106-7/CWW 5100/CWW 4205 F.Hall/SMCC 4209

communion

Children and Families Serving Projects Blanket Ministry Prayer Meeting Worship (cc) Infant/Walker – K’s Grades 1–5 LUGRox

1116-18/SMCC 4213 Prayer Room Sanctuary ECW CWW The Rink/SMCC

SUNday, AUGUST 30 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

Saturday, September 5 8:00 am

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Monday, AUGUST 31 7:00 pm

What’s on the Web?

Various locations

OVIEDO SITE SUNday, AUGUST 30

(CWW) Children’s Worship Wing (SMCC) Student Ministries and Care Center (F.Hall) Fellowship Hall (NOCC) Northland at Oviedo Community Center

Rooms 2-3 Calvary Chapel

NOCC Wiest home

WEST OAKS SITE

WEDNEsday, September 2 9:00 am 6:30 pm 7:00 pm 7:00 pm

*Concurrent worship with other sites (cc) Child care provided (hi) Hearing-impaired interpretation (ECW) Early Childhood Wing

Chapel 215 215 211 213 104/F.Hall 104/F.Hall Music Room Sanctuary/F.Hall

Conference room

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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 Sundays, 5:30 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.

coming up

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Dr. Hunter’s NEW book ...

In your bookstore September 5!

Baptisms

Sunday, September 13, 2 p.m.

Ken and Diane Watkins’ home

Details and to sign up: Sharon Ferreira (407-949-7189 or sharon.ferreira@northlandchurch.net) More info on page 12.

TABLE OF CONTENTS ..............................................................................

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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)

learn. grow. connect.

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

The first four-week session of Northland on Wednesdays begins

September 9 @ 7 p.m.

DETAILS? VISIT PAGE 10 OR:

now.northlandchurch.net

Learn. Grow. Connect. How? now.

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By ROBERT ANDRESCIK Director of Print and Public Relations

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xcitement continues to build for NOW — Northland on Wednesdays — which begins September 9 at 7 p.m. in Longwood and online at now.northlandchurch.net. This is the first time in more than a decade that the church has had a regular midweek gathering!

Many people are asking, “What will NOW be like?” and “How will it be different from church on the weekends?” and most importantly “How will my life be changed as a result?”

First of all, unlike weekend services, adults will experience NOW together in a classroom setting where we can interact with teachers and one another. Courses will be dynamic, and the teachers, engaging as they dig deep into three categories: BIBLE, THEOLOGY and CHRISTIAN LIVING. But that’s just the beginning … NOW! has also been designed as a family learning environment that offers something for everyone in your tribe.

As you are engaged in your classrooms, your children (6 and up) will be busy studying the Bible in fun new ways in their own course track called NOW/Wow! Middle school students will have their own Bible study class, and high school students get to attend Doulos, Northland’s student leader training.

Of course, child care will be available for children age 5 and under, as well. NOW is definitely a family affair!

“What most excites me about NOW is that it will provide a long-term curriculum resource for everyone wanting to develop a foundational knowledge of life in Christ, and to put into practice the daily habits that lead to a

transformed life of service,” says Pastor Joel C. Hunter. “The icing on the cake is that the whole family can come together as a church family midweek for the encouragement found in fellowship.”

Dr. Hunter will be actively involved in NOW, teaching a THEOLOGY course called “The Doctrine of Man,” designed to help you find your purpose as you learn why God created man and what sets you apart as a believer in Christ. Dr. Dan Lacich, one of Northland’s pastors and executive director of sites development, will serve as the online minister for the class, helping to answer questions from online participants.

Michael Van Huis, Northland’s executive director of service, will lead a CHRISTIAN LIVING course on “Following Jesus in a Globalized World.”

Michael explains, “In the world we live in today, the opportunity for engagement with people who are different from us has never been easier or more urgent. The goal for each person who attends the class would be together to have our perspectives on the world broadened so that we can each find the unique way that God is calling us to engage with the world.”

Joining Michael throughout the course will be Donnie Scearce, a gifted motivator and speaker whose personal passion for God and missions has challenged thousands to serve; and Ted Esler, who has lived the life of serving others with his wife and five children in war-torn Bosnia.

Sean Cooper, Northland’s minister of service and equipping who recently spoke to us during worship on “Becoming a Serving Society,” will lead a class on “Basic Bible.”

Sean explains, “Each session will look at the dynamic nature of God's revelation through the Scriptures and provide practical application for your life today. You will learn both factual and historical information while also discovering the power of the Word, incarnate through Christ, and made alive in believers through the power of the Holy Spirit.”

“Bring your Bibles and come ready to interact on the greatest writing the world has ever seen!” he adds.

Learn more on page 10 or at now.northlandchurch.net. No registration is necessary. Just come prepared to connect with others and grow in the faith … NOW!

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From left: Michael Van Huis, Dr. Joel C. Hunter and Sean Cooper.

Equipping for Life in Mount Dora Bill Chapman Northland at Mount Dora Site Minister

“ If you hold to my teaching, you are really my disciples.

Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.”

– John 8:31-32 (NIV)

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esus says if we hold to His teaching, we will know the truth and will be set free. His teaching is found in Scripture, and we in Mount Dora have some wonderful venues where you can study the Word of God and be equipped for life!

Take part in the NOW Bible studies in the comfort of your own home! Three NOW studies are being offered via the Web beginning Wednesday, August 9. These courses have been developed to help you grow to spiritual maturity. These studies are perfect for individual study or small groups. Invite some friends to your home and grow together in the Lord! You can find out more about NOW at now. northlandchurch.net.

You also can take part in live Christian Living courses being offered at the Mount Dora worship site. Here are the details about these exciting gatherings:

Men’s Bible study Tuesdays, 6:30 to 7:45 a.m., Rooms 2-3.

Men learning and growing together through the Word of God. Details: Richie Kluesener (407-221-4517 or rk@goldinart.com) Beth Moore Bible study Wednesdays, 9 to 11 a.m., Rooms 2-3.

Child care is provided. Details: Deborah Balic (407-832-9171 or adam_balic@yahoo.com) Women’s Bible study — The Search for Significance Wednesdays, 7 to 9 p.m., Rooms 2-3.

This is an ongoing group. Child care is not available. Details: Christina Ferrito-Dugan (352-735-1974) or Marilyn Faber (352357-0983) Adult Bible study — Have You Met My Friend Jesus?

Wednesdays, 7 to 8:30 p.m., beginning September 16, Room 1. Child care is not available. Details: Bill Chapman (352-434-4116 or bill.chapman@northlandchurch.net) Dive into the Word, and watch the Holy Spirit equip you for life!

“ For the word of God is living and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart.”

— Hebrews 4:12 (NIV) >>> MOUNTDORA.NORTHLANDCHURCH.NET

The Mount Adorables collected more than 60 backpacks in this year’s drive.

They will go to local families in need of assistance. Thank you to all those who gave from the heart.

AUGUST LOVE COLLECTION

We are collecting for Lake Cares Food Pantry in Mount Dora. Items needed: pasta, pasta sauce, canned vegetables, macaroni and cheese, toilet paper, dried beans, rice, soup, chicken broth, chicken bouillon cubes, sponsorships for eggs, bread and milk. We are also collecting grocery coupons.

Details: Ann South (352-267-3388 or south4@ comcast.net) or Sharlee Hollingsworth (shollings worth2@cfl.rr.com)

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BE vs. DO JEREMY JOBSON Northland at Oviedo Site Minister

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s we were being handed out our primary jobs in Africa, I was stunned to see that I was on the home visit team. This team would go out with the Community Health Evangelists (CHE) who were ministering to the families of the kids at the school. I saw that and thought, Wait a minute, I am a good-sized guy – aren’t they building stuff this week? Isn’t there construction work to do?

I thought for a moment and then remembered many conversations I have had with Pastor Dan over the last two years about ministry. He has shared with me that the do part of ministry, the make-stuff-happen, task-oriented, check-the-box stuff of ministry was not what ministry was all about. It was somewhat easier for me; that is my gift set, but it was not what ultimately mattered.

It was the be part of ministry that was the point.

The do stuff really only had value as it pertained to its impact on the opportunity to be. Well, now it made sense; this was a be, not a do. It was ministry at its core. Go out with people you don’t know, who speak a language you don’t understand, and just be present with them as they minister.

That is as clear as mud. Where is the box to check? There wasn’t one.

I leaned over to Pastor Dan and said, “Did you do that? Did you put me there so I could work on the be of ministry and not the do?” He just laughed and said, “Nope, didn’t have anything to do with it. That was all God!” Come to find out, he really didn’t have anything to do with it. God wanted me in a place of complete dependence upon Him, of absolute certainty of only one thing: that I didn’t have a clue what to do or how to do it. See, one of my lifelong lessons in the faith has been God’s relentless pursuit of me and His desire for me to simply desire Him, not what I can do for Him (as if there was such a thing) or what I think He wants me to do for others (ditto), just my desire to be His. I started to become overwhelmed with what I was seeing every day, the apparent hopelessness and despair closing in all around me, the reality that I was not changing anything for anyone, and I prayed, “Lord, I want to know what You want me to do. Father, I want to know what You want me to say.” I heard softly in – Psalm 37:7 (NIV) my ear, “I want you to just know Me, not the answers to any of those questions!” Ahhhhh, be!

Psalm 46:10 says it like this: “Be still, and know that I am God”; Exodus 14:14 says, “The LORD will fight for you; you need only to be still”; and Psalm 37:7 says, “Be still before the LORD and wait patiently for him; do not fret” (NIV).

Do you know and believe that He wants you to be His, and in so doing, He will do all He wants in, to and through you?

Just like the thief on the cross in the main Scripture text today, we are to only believe in Him, and we will be with Him! It is like my favorite Oswald Chambers quote on prayer: “Prayer is not preparation for the greater work; it is the greater work.” Being is the greater work and, when correct, results in powerful doing! Be a part of this with us here at Northland at Oviedo!

“ Be still before the LORD and wait patiently for him; do not fret.”

The ladies of CHE.

LADIES BIBLE STUDY

Second and fourth Thursdays each month, 7 p.m., NOCC. Study: Awakening Your Sense of Wonder: Discovering God in the Ordinary, by Janet Chester Bly. Details: Karen Hanson (407-929-8770 or Svenska77kh@aol.com)

Small Groups Forum in the Foyer

Sunday, September 13, before and after worship services. Join us in the foyer to see who’s leading what, when and where this fall! Get plugged into a group and enjoy time together with prayer, fellowship, study and encouragement (Hebrews 10:24). Details: Amanda Hartley (407-222-7374 or amanda.hartley@northlandchurch.net) >>> OVIEDO.NORTHLANDCHURCH.NET

news@westoaks Train to Serve With Children’s Ministries TOMMY NOVAK Northland at West Oaks Site Minister

Northland to come and facilitate a training time to equip you in working with children. As many of you have taken part in this training in the past, I am sure you would encourage others to participate in this opportunity today. Even if you have participated in this before, I would encourage you to be a part of it again because we can never get enough training. So if you have ever thought to yourself, I wonder s many of you are well aware, we are having more what it would be like to work with children, now is your kids than ever in our Children’s Ministries! In order time to find out. You will be informed and encouraged, and for us to keep up with these ministries, we are I promise you will not be disappointed you went. looking for folks who are willing to serve as part of this In addition to the training, you also will have lunch incredible team. The team together as you learn Derika has working with her about being involved in “ Therefore go and make disciples of all right now is more than a kids’ lives. This is such an blessing, but there is a need awesome responsibility, nations, baptizing them in the name for more volunteers to meet and I would love to see of the Father and of the Son and of the growing number of kids. many of you in there the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to I know Derika would like to hearing what this could see smaller classes for these mean for you! If you obey everything I have commanded kids, and that means more have any questions about you. And surely I am with you always, classes and more teachers. I today’s training, or the know for many of you, it is Children’s Ministries, to the very end of the age.” easy to look right over this please talk to Derika – Matthew 28:19-20 (NIV) need because you are out Hacker after the service of this stage in your life, or today. I also encourage because you look forward to the break from your own kids. you to talk to anyone involved in the Children’s Ministries, But I do believe this is one way we can be a part of the and I am sure that person can answer questions you might Great Commission, where we are called to “go and make have as well as give you feedback as to what the ministry disciples.” And this does include our own kids! has done for him or her. You will be blessed in so many One way we want to help you as you decide where you different ways as you love these kids! Don’t miss out on might want to volunteer is by offering training. Today Derika what God might be calling you to. It never hurts just to has invited the directors of the Children’s Ministries for find out.

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THIS WEEKEND! CHILDREN’S MINISTRIES TRAINING AND LUNCH Sunday, August 30, 10:30 a.m., Fellowship Hall, West Oaks site. For those currently serving in the Children’s Ministries and for those who would like to. Bring a dish to share for lunch. Child care will be provided. Details: Derika Hacker (407-473-4537 or derika.hacker@northlandchurch.net) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Student Ministries KickOff

Wednesday, September 9, 6 to 8 p.m., Youth Warehouse. Middle and high schoolers and their families are invited to this kickoff celebration.

Details: Tommy Novak (352-989-7378 or tommy. novak@northlandchurch.net) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Freeze Warning Ministry

Ways to get involved: preparing and serving a hot dinner, preparing and serving a hot breakfast, staying with the homeless in a church (talking with them and listening to their stories), cleaning up after they leave the church in the morning, and washing linens, blankets and sleeping bags. See the information desk for a donation list. Details: Tommy Novak (352-989-7378 or tommy.novak@ northlandchurch.net) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

volunteers needed in all areas

Details: Derika Hacker (407-473-4537 or derika. hacker@northlandchurch.net) >>> WESTOAKS.NORTHLANDCHURCH.NET

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‘I’m So Mad I Came!’

By Laurie Copeland

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e had reached the final moments of an incredible 11-day Distributed Journey to Ukraine. As we choked out our goodbyes, hugged our orphans and piled into the van, a team member humorously tossed out, “I’m so mad I came!”

We laughed through our tears. Each one of us understood exactly what he meant. His life — all our lives — had been changed. We had fallen in love with these precious little ones. We ached for their sorrows. We couldn’t predict their futures or know if we would ever see them again.

During those 11 days, we passed most of our time loving, sharing the love of Christ and being loved in return. Hugs, prayers, conversations, devotionals, crafts, bubble blowing, sidewalk chalk, Bible lessons, photos, skits, praise songs, UNO, fingernail painting, ball games, hand communication and little gifts (both given and received) filled our days.

As the hours sped by, we did so much smiling we thought our faces would never recover.

And it never felt so good.

In 11 short days, our lives were knocked silly out of our repetition, our complacency, our utter selfishness.

And it never felt so good.

God created us so complex that I’m too simpleminded to understand this phenomenon. Why do we lull ourselves into what’s comfortable, only to know deep down what we need: to be loved senseless.

To be knocked over the head with Christ’s better plan. To go. To be made uncomfortable. To love unconditionally. To risk. And it feels so good!

This was my eighth Distributed Journey. To be honest, every year there’s a part of me that dreads going because I have to get out of my comfort zone. (And I even lead the trip!) And every year, an unexplainable awareness tells me I need to go. So I do. And I’m so glad I go!

But then, after we get back and we witness this phenomenon, we are left with a question or two: How do we process our experience? What do we do with what we’ve learned?

We can’t return unchanged. Should we strengthen our love?

Deepen our appreciation for God’s gifts? Take our relationship with God more seriously? Write letters that extend the message of Christ’s love? Pray for the new relationships and the Christians who will continue the work? Act on what we’ve experienced? Allow Him to continue to shape us?

All of this and more. None of it will be easy. Am I mad I went? Never been happier.

Local Service Projects vanessa puleo Northland Local Service Projects Coordinator

Serve Team Assists Christ’s Hope in Germany

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Twelve Serve Team members traveled to Germany last month and had an amazing time renovating a missionary training center for Northland partner Christ’s Hope International. The Serve Team installed bathrooms, tile, bedrooms, more than 80 pieces of Sheetrock and so much more.

Christ’s Hope desires to mobilize teams that will educate children as well as adults on the widespread AIDS epidemic. This center in Germany is a training area where those who are called into service for Him will go and be trained in all areas of their field positions.

Get ready for more Serve Team opportunities next year to take a small trip and extend our local serving teams!

Laurie shared the love of Christ with orphans in Ukraine on her Distributed Journey. Do you think she’s glad she went?

Would you extend the Ukraine Distributed Journey by praying for some of the orphans?

Learn about these precious orphans below.

Galina: Every time we saw each other, she and I shared a big hug before she glued herself to my side. This little girl believes in God and eagerly accepted the Bible I gave her.

“I love you, and God loves you” were the last words I handsignaled her way. Tears filled her beautiful amber eyes as she nodded vigorously, clutching her Bible to her chest. Pray that her future will include a relationship with Christ.

Kolya: I believe this handsome 14-year-old boy is struggling in his search for God. Most of his friends snuck behind the buildings for a smoke. Kolya was different. I gave him a Bible, which he began reading that night. But he still doesn’t know if he believes. One evening, he stood looking back and forth between Nina (a Christian team member who spoke Ukrainian) and his friends as she told him, “You don’t need to go with them.” He said, “You don’t understand,” turned and left.

Kolya knew his friends would be with him longer than these Christians from another culture. Pray that Kolya finds the love that lasts for eternity.

Stanislov: He was not a camper but visited every night from the village. He wanted to come and talk to an American, although he didn’t know what to say. I took the opportunity to ask him some questions. When the conversation turned to God, I asked if he wanted a Bible. He did. When I went to find one, a Christian Ukrainian cautioned me that teenagers like to rip out the pages for cigarette papers. When I warned Stanislov, “No ripping pages for rolling cigarettes,” he told me, “No, no; I am very interested in reading this.” Pray that Stanislov will read and know Truth.

Katia: The first night, I felt a playful dig at my side, and there she was. Tickling was Katia’s means of overcoming our language barrier. After that, she and I had many great tickle wars together. Pray that others will share the love of Christ with Katia.

Sasha: He is a town boy around 10 years of age who taught himself English by reading books. Sasha can carry on a conversation quite well and is now teaching his father English.

When I brought out a U.S. map as a gift, he acted as though he had received a precious treasure. Pray that Sasha will add the knowledge of God to his learning.

Peter: His perpetual smile made this orphan boy stand out.

He also loved playing foursquare and UNO with us and was very gentle with the kittens we found in the woods. Pray that Peter will discover the joy and tenderness found in Christ.

Vova: This little one is an 8-year-old bundle of love. He loves to hug, smile and hug some more. He and team member Jessi forged a great bond as he hopped up to beg for piggyback rides.

Pray that Vova will know a love beyond understanding.

And yet some more…

Yarik prayed the prayer, “Lord, change me” when offered salvation. He needs support and follow-up. I met sweet, cute and lovable Roxanna the first day. When she saw me give a Bible to Galina, she took one, too. I sensed she was more interested in a gift than in the Scriptures, but He does not allow His Word to return void. Tiny Ulia and Vika loved to hug, play UNO, play hopscotch and draw on the sidewalk.

Vika seemed very interested in the tract I gave her. I was impressed with kind Masha, who gave me her little pink jacket to sit on one day after a rainfall. Shurya gave me a beautiful bunch of wildflowers one day. Jenya was loved by the entire American team. Fourteen-year-old Anita has a boyfriend. She seemed aloof and uninterested in our Bible lessons. After we left, the Ukrainian team had a small breakthrough with her before their departure. Anita’s friend Anya seemed a bit more interested and friendly. When she came, she listened.

Nastia always talked loudly as she entered our Bible studies. She plopped onto the floor and became a nearly constant distraction. Jane, a Christian from the Ukrainian team, began gently rubbing her shoulders to calm her down.

Winking, Jane looked over at me. She knew exactly what she was doing. When Nastia was calm, she would listen! Natasha, Masha, Masha, Ulia, Ulia and Alina are six very sweet girls. They would smile and listen intently. Ira hung around three friends. Ira is strikingly beautiful with pale, piercing blue eyes. She was one of the older girls to attend our Bible studies and seemed very interested in the daily topics. Vlad was our Mr. Personality. He could be rambunctious, but seemed interested in the Gospel. Pray that each of these orphans will know the Father’s everlasting love through His Son.

Upcoming Serving Opportunities

(Check the website for more listings, project times, locations, age requirements and other information.)

September 5 . . . . . . . . . Little Hands Project, Longwood September 6 . . . . . . . . Give Kids the World, serve dinner September 12 . . . . . . . . . . . Harvest Time International September 12 . . Coalition for the Homeless, cook dinner September 19 . . . . Ronald McDonald House, cook dinner September 26 . . . . . . . . . Pathways to Care, serve lunch October 10 . . . . Coalition for the Homeless, cook dinner October 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . Harvest Time International October 17 . . . . . . Ronald McDonald House, cook dinner October 24 . . . . . . . Give Kids the World, serve breakfast October 24 . . . . . . . . . . . Pathways to Care, serve lunch Details: Vanessa Puleo (407-949-7156 or vanessa.puleo@ northlandchurch.net)

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Sundays, 5 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

High School Ministry

LW LUGRox (Living Under Grace Rocks!)

(NOW ON SUNDAYS! O2 RESUMES AUGUST 30)

OV AXIS: Middle School MINISTRY

LW Servant Leadership Ministry

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!

Sundays, 11 a.m., hallway. Details: Erica Emler (407-687-8570 or erica.emler@northlandchurch.net)

LW O2 — Outreach, Worship, Teaching and Hangout Time

Sundays, 5 p.m., Student Ministries and Care Center, The Rink. All 9th- through 12thgraders 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)

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)

OV AXIS: High School Ministry

Sundays, 6 to 8 p.m., NOCC. Youth group environment with interactive activities and fun. Details: Erica Emler (407-6878570 or erica.emler@northlandchurch.net)

College Ministry (For students ageS 18-25)

Details: Jenny Shaw (jenny.shaw@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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My name is: __________________________________________________

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!

Today we worship the God of power. In His power, He defeats death and saves all who believe in Him. When we praise Him for His power – that’s worship!

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– O + “M” = U_ _ _M_ _ _M

An ultimatum is a demand made with a threat. For example, it seems like the thief gave Jesus the ultimatum that unless Jesus saved Himself, he wouldn’t believe He was the Lord.

Bzzz.

Bzzz.

Who’s there?

Lester.

Today’s buzzword is TRUST!

I heard it _____________ times.

I think it’s important to God because __________________________________________________

Lester who?

Lester-ust.

Lesterust who?

Where will the thief join Jesus?

Unscramble the letters to find out.

ARSPAEDI

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Answer: PARADISE

The Thief on the Cross Luke 23:32-43 When the soldiers put Jesus on the cross, there was a thief on the cross to His left and another on the cross to His right. As they hung on the crosses, one of the thieves made fun of Jesus. He said, “Aren’t you the Christ? Save yourself! Save us!” But the other thief scolded him. “Don’t you have any respect for God? Remember, you are under the same sentence of death. We are being punished fairly. We are getting just what our actions call for. But this man hasn’t done anything wrong.” Then he said, “Jesus, remember me when You come into Your Kingdom.” Jesus answered him, “What I’m about to tell you is true. Today you will be with Me in paradise.” Jesus saved that thief because he believed!

Lesterust God together!

Draw a picture of the three crosses with Jesus on the middle cross and the thieves on the other two crosses.

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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.

CHILDREN’S MINISTRIES NEEDS 11 VOLUNTEERS

for Saturday and Sunday evenings!

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Believing in God and trusting His Word shows our respect for God. This week find a way to show your respect to God.

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Draw a line to help the bees find paradise for bees.

Thank you for a great evening!

Hey there, why did you draw that?

Search and circle each word you find from Luke 23:43: “What I’m about to tell you is true. Today you will be with me in paradise.”

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The Marriage Course

Next class begins: September 17

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arriages are under a lot of pressure these days. It seems that often during difficult times, the biggest impact is felt in our relationships. Northland is offering a unique opportunity for couples to improve their marriage by spending time in focused conversation together around guided topics.

The Marriage Course is being offered for the second time this year. Recently, 40 couples completed the course. Below they share how it impacted their marriage: “You will never know what a help it was to have that marriage time on Thursdays.

My husband and I have only been married since February, and we have had a lot of struggles, and now things are finally getting back on track. Thank you so much for spending time with us and the other couples. The class was not always easy, but we were always able to come to a quicker resolution than before.”

“I think this class gave us the opportunity to communicate about things we don’t always think to talk about. It has opened the lines of communication …”

“This class gave us a foundation of effective communication and understanding of each other’s needs.”

“My wife is the most important person in my life besides God, and [I learned] that I should treat her likewise.”

“This class taught me to deal with my past hurts and those of my partner. We must solve them to have a good marriage.”

This is a seven-week class that begins each week with the couples gathering in a candlelit room, artfully decorated with the theme of the week. The group shares a meal that each couple has provided for themselves. This can be peanut butter and jelly sandwiches, takeout from your favorite restaurant, leftovers from home or something from Nature’s Table Café.

Together the group views a video teaching, after which couples disperse to work through the evening’s material privately.

There is no group discussion, only discussion between husband and wife. The course gives married couples tools to build a strong and healthy marriage that lasts a lifetime.

If you missed the first session, or if you are just now hearing about the wonderful impact this course has had on the couples who participated during the summer, now is your chance! Don’t wait to register, as class size is limited.

The class is being held Thursdays, September 17 through October 29, 6:15 to 9 p.m. in the Student Ministries and Care Center, The Rink. The cost: $10 registration per couple and $10 for two workbooks. Child care is available with registration. Details and registration: Barb Olsen (407-9497183 or barbara.olsen@northlandchurch.net)

“The chapters on communication and resolving conflict were very beneficial.”

“I found a tool and a method to improve my marriage, which are easy to understand and put into practice.”

Theology: THE DOCTRINE OF MAN

Led by Dr. Joel C. Hunter in the sanctuary at Longwood. Find your purpose as you learn why God created man and what sets you apart as a believer in Christ.

Christian Living: GLOBAL PERSPECTIVES

Led by Michael Van Huis (with guest speakers Donnie Scearce and Ted Esler from Pioneers) in rooms 4213-15 in Longwood.

Ask, “How can I be Jesus in a global world?” Learn perspective and cultural engagement for the church today.

Bible: BIBLE BASICS

Led by Sean Cooper in rooms 4206-7 in Longwood. Explore the basic foundations of biblical thought. How did we get the Bible we read? What is the difference between inerrancy and authority of Scripture? How did church leaders decide which books to include in the canon?

Visit now.northlandchurch.net to learn more.

Pastor Gus Davies

“This is the first time I’ve ever written my story.

I realized I was still carrying some baggage that I needed to give to Christ. Thank you!”

“Hearing those around me share their stories publicly, hearing about the different styles of serving.”

“Seeing other believers wanting to grow in their faith.”

“Learning I have a story, but not in the traditional sense. Christ was always in the car of my life, but I had Him locked in the trunk for several years. It’s a story I can now tell with practice.”

“We should know that it is not what we say that matters; it is that we continue to say what God led us to say, regardless of the outcome. It is not by our words that others are saved. God will save them even when we say the wrong things if they believe by faith in grace through the power of Jesus. I love you all, and I love Northland!”

“This class helped us to set a marriage time on a weekly basis to share our thoughts and feelings with each other.”

The first session of Northland on Wednesdays is September 9, when we will have a time of extended worship before these classes begin the following week and last until September 30:

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oin this engaging one-day seminar to learn how to tell the stories of God through your own life story. Pastor Gus Davies leads this workshop and will help you discover how to use your natural styles, gifts and abilities to take Christ into the world every day.

Recent participants share below what was most fulfilling about this seminar.

“Upon taking this material, the most fulfilling [aspect] was the recognition of what type of storyteller-evangelist I am and then knowing how to apply this to others.”

“This class made me think about and focus on those things that can make my marriage stronger.”

(Northland on Wednesdays)

Saturday, September 26, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Northland at Longwood, Student Ministries and Care Center, The Rink

“The encouragement that we are doing the work of God and that He is doing His work through us.”

“This class has really helped us open up about many, many issues. We can laugh about the things we were not ever discovering.”

Engage NOW.

Sharing Life Stories

Strategies for Planned Purity Mondays, beginning September 21, 10 a.m.

Northland at Longwood, Student Ministries and Care Center, The Rink

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lanned Purity is a class for parents and adults that offers simple life training in purity of heart as a prerequisite for sexual purity. All adults, especially parents of young children or parents-to-be, are welcome. This class is taught

by Jennie Bishop, author of The Princess and the Kiss and The Squire and the Scroll and founder of PurityWorks.

Details: Jennie Bishop (407-792-8144)

To register: 1) Visit www.northlandchurch.net.

2) Select “Get Equipped” on the menu bar.

3) Select “Join a Connection Group!” (bottom right).

4) Select “Sharing Life Stories.”

5) Select “Join the Group.”

Child care is available; contact Diane Jones (diane. jones@northlandchurch.net or 407-949-7188). Seminar details and registration: Patty Sattler (psattler@cfl.rr.com or 407-687-6265)

Challenges to Christianity Sundays, 11 a.m., rooms 4206-7, Longwood Facilitators: Governing elders Peter Katauskas, Ed Wood and Paul Rahill

This week’s challenge: “I tried God, and it didn’t work.”

Luke 23:39-43 his is an opportunity for you to delve deeper into the struggles of faith, and to address questions on these issues brought up by Dr. Hunter’s sermon in a more personal setting. No registration is necessary.

Just show up. Details: Jamila Millette (jamila.millette@ northlandchurch.net or 407-937-1832)

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MD = Northland at Mount dora

OV = Northland at Oviedo

growth and healing. Workbook is available at Northland’s bookstore for $16. Registration 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: • Attend the four-week Belong study beginning October 18.

• 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.

Details: Jamila Millette (jamila.millette@ northlandchurch.net or 407-937-1832)

CARE GROUPS

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 (407-488-5941 or susandb@yahoo.com).

LW COPING WITH ADDICTIONS/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)

LW DIVORCECARE

Tuesdays, new session beginning September 8, 7 to 9 p.m., rooms 4209-10. A 13-week session in which individuals who have been through a divorce can experience personal

LW DIVORCED WOMEN’S SMALL GROUP

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)

LW GriefShare

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)

LW Parents of the Prodigals 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) 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 (407-937-1793)

LW SUPPORT FOR THE SEPARATED

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)

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)

SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS

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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LW Belong Study Membership Opportunity Sundays, October 18 to November 15, 9 to 10:30 a.m., room 4209. Participate in the four week long Belong study and also have an opportunity to explore and become a member at Northland. Details: Jamila Millette (jamila. millette@northlandchurch.net or 407-937-1832)

LW BUSINESSMEN’S FRIDAY LUNCH

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)

LW BUDDY BREAK

Saturday, September 12, 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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COMMON GROUND — YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY (Age 25-40) Mondays, 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)

LW COUPLES CAFÉ

Saturday, September 19, 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 (407-949-7188 or diane.jones@northlandchurch.net); details: James Price (james.price@northlandchurch.net)

LW Divine Reflection Art Group

Second Thursday of each month, September through May, room 4209. Join other artists to reflect God’s glory and truth through the visual arts. This year’s focus: being Light. Book: Refractions, by Makoto Fujimura, available in Northland’s bookstore. Details: Laura Bates (carpearte@aol.com or 407-622-6873)

LW FAITH AND SCIENCE GROUP

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)

LW FLAG FOOTBALL

Saturdays, September through May, 10 a.m., Lyman High School practice fields. Coed.

Details: Nathan Naversen (407-701-7577 or nate@magicwebhosting.com)

LW GOLF — links fellowship

Friday, September 11, 7:45 a.m., Forest Lake Golf Clubx. Linking golfers throughout the world in Christ. Meet the second Friday each month. Speaker for September is Ryan Gordon. Cost: $32 per person; food costs extra. RSVP by Tuesday, September 8. Details and reservations: Parks Reinhardt (407-8809932 or linksfellowship@cfl.rr.com)

LW Moms4moms

Get connected with other moms for friendship and encouragement through meetings and playgroup activities.

• Once a month, Mondays, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., Student Ministries and Care Center, fellowship hall. Child care provided with registration for infants to 5-year-olds.

• Once a month, Sundays, 6 to 8:30 p.m., Student Ministries and Care Center, fellowship hall. No child care provided.

Registration required. Details and specific dates: 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) • Central Florida Children’s Home Ride Saturday, September 26, 9 a.m., call for departure location. The home’s mission is to care for children whose parents either cannot or will not provide for them due to difficulties in the child’s life and/or difficulties in the parents’ lives. For donation information, visit their website (www.cfch.net). Children’s clothes, canned goods and Publix gift cards are accepted. The group will go to lunch after the ride. Details: 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). 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. No practices, no teams, no rules, just fun and fellowship. A $2 donation is requested. Details: Mike Cannavo (407-359-0191)

LW TENNIS

Saturdays, 8 a.m., Red Bug Lake Park. Details: Jeff Rossmeissl (407-489-6096)

LW softball

Join other men and women on this adult coed team or the men’s team to compete in local leagues. They love to go out and play softball and have fun and fellowship together. Details: www. nlsoftball.com or northlandsoftball@gmail.com

LW WORD WEAVERS

Second Saturday of each month, 9:30 a.m., Student Ministries and Care Center, fellowship hall. Details: www.wordweaversonline.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)

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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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ADULT BIBLE STUDIES LW 1 Peter

Sundays, 9 a.m., room 4213. Led by Dr. Dan Lacich. Details: Jamila Millette (jamila. millette@northlandchurch.net or 407-9371832)

LW Philippians

Sundays, 10:45 a.m., room 4209. Study the book of Philippians to add more joy to your life and learn God’s secret of contentment. Details: John and Carolyn Jones (407-831-5822)

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 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)

Bible studies and opportunities to help you explore your faith and know God.

WO JOHN Sundays, 10:30 a.m., West Oaks sanctuary.

Join others in studying “John: Theology in the Real World.” Details: Stephen Arnold (407358-9603 or stephenarnold4@cfl.rr.com)

BAPTISM

MEN’S BIBLE STUDIES

LW ADULT BAPTISMS

LW ISAIAH

Sunday, September 13, 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

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 INFANT BAPTISM/DEDICATION CLASS

Saturday, September 19, 7 p.m., rooms 4206-7. Child care is available upon request. Details: Diane Jones (407-9497188 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)

OV Prayer Team Receive weekly prayer requests via e-mail for our Oviedo congregation and community. Details: Amanda Hartley (amanda.hartley@northlandchurch.net or 407-222-7374)

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MD Esther: It’s Tough Being a Woman

LW DIVORCECARE FACILITATORS TRAINING

MD Search for Significance Wednesdays, 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)

LW Financial Peace University

Wednesdays, 9 to 11 a.m., rooms 2-3. The Old Testament story of Esther is a profile in courage and contains many modern parallels for today’s woman. Child care is available.

Details: Deborah Balic (407-832-9171)

OV AWAKENING YOUR SENSE OF WONDER: DISCOVERING GOD IN THE ORDINARY Second and fourth Thursdays each month, 7 p.m., NOCC. Details: Karen Hanson (407-9298770 or Svenska77kh@aol.com) OV Discerning the Voice of God

Mondays, 7 p.m., home of Laurie Jean Harrington. This Bible study from author and speaker Priscilla Shirer is designed to help participants know the voice of God: His language, character and tone of voice. Details: Laurie Jean Harrington (lauriejean2@bellsouth. net or 407-977-6742)

LW Third Verse

Second and fourth Wednesdays, beginning September 9, 1:30 to 3 p.m., room 1116, Student Ministries and Care Center. For women 55 and over. Study the book of Esther, pray and have fellowship. Details: Jean Sherwood (407-323-7869)

LW To Live Is Christ: The Life and Ministry of Paul — A Beth Moore Study Enhance your love and devotion for Christ while learning to persevere through trials as you gain a fresh perspective of God’s call on your life.

• Mondays, August 31 through November 16, 9:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m., rooms 4206-07 Child care available by reservation.

• Tuesdays, September 1 through November 10, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., The Rink, Student Ministries and Care Center. Child care available by reservation.

Details and registration for child care: Cherrie Rowe (cherbear100@aol.com or 407-322-6850)

• Thursdays, through November 19, 7 to 9 p.m., room 5100, Children’s Worship Wing.

• Tuesdays, beginning September 1, 7 to 9 p.m., fellowship hall, Student Care Ministries and Care Center.

• Sundays, beginning September 13, 8:45 to 10:45 a.m., rooms 1116-18, Student Ministries and Care Center.

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 (available at Northland’s bookstore): $99 if purchased with cash, check or debit card and $110 if purchased by credit card. Details and registration: Rich or Jana Haussmann (407688-2182 or rhaussmann@cfl.rr.com)

LW Foundations for a Godly Marriage

LW LEARN TO SPEAK CHINESE

WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDIES

LW The Joy of Living Wednesdays, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., rooms 4209-10. A 27-week interdenominational study of the book of Genesis, with daily study questions, group discussion and a lecture time.

Study guide: $30 for the year. Details: Carolyn Robinson (407-260-9653 or crobins@cfl.rr.com)

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)

Tuesdays, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Children’s Worship Wing. A 14-week Bible-based study that will strengthen your marriage with classes that include biblical teaching, interaction with other couples in small groups, and prayer.

Workbooks: $15, available in the bookstore.

Child care available by reservation. Details: Liz Collard (buildingagodlymarriage@gmail.com or 407-949-4000, ext. 1761)

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)

LW Revelation Part 2 Mondays, through November 23, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., rooms 4213-14. Through careful observation of the text, discover exactly what God says in this book of the Bible. Child care is available with advanced registration. Details: Melody Ringenberg (rringenberg@cfl.rr.com)

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Classes and training to help you mature in your faith and equip you to serve.

ADULTS LW Answers to Prayer

Sundays, beginning September 13, 11 a.m., room 4204. Learn to pray and be challenged by the classic writings of George Mueller in modern language, which teach trusting in God alone to provide for every need in every circumstance of life. Details: Mickey and Cindy Mallin (407-322-6101)

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 Lose It for Life

Mondays, beginning September 21, 10 a.m., rooms 4209-10. A uniquely balanced program that deals with the physical issues of overeating, and focuses on the emotional, mental and spiritual factors related to weight loss to help achieve permanent results. Child care is available upon request. Details: Marylou Caskey ( maryloucaskey@gmail.com).

LW The Marriage Course

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 elders Peter Katauskas, Paul Rahill and Ed Wood. Delve more deeply into struggles of faith and address questions and challenges to Christianity. Details: Barb Olsen (407-9497183 or barbara.olsen@northlandchurch.net)

Thursdays, September 17 through October 29, 6:15 to 9 p.m., Student Ministries and Care Center, The Rink. Bring dinner and develop practical tools to apply to build a strong and healthy marriage that lasts a lifetime. For couples who want to enhance their marriage, are struggling with their marriage or are in challenging stages of marriage. Cost: $10 registration per couple and $10 for two workbooks. Child care available with registration. Details and registration: Barb Olsen (407-949-7183 or barbara.olsen@ northlandchurch.net)

LW CONQUERING FEAR, ANGER, ANXIETY

LW Marriage Preparation Class

LW CHALLENGES TO CHRISTIANITY

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 DC4K Training DivorceCare for Kids is training leadership for the fall season. Do you feel called to work with children ages 6 to 12 who are experiencing the pain of divorce? Details: Elaine Harland (elaine.harland@northlandchurch.net or 407949-4002)

Sundays, 8:30 to 10:45 a.m., Student Ministries and Care Center, The Rink. A 13-week class for any couple engaged, not engaged (but seriously considering engagement) or married without the benefit of premarital counseling. Class is required for any couple seeking to be married by a Northland minister or at a Northland facility. Cost: $120 per couple. Registration required. Class application available at www.northlandchurch.net, “Get Equipped” tab, “Marriage Ministries” link, “Marriage Preparation Class.” A paper application is also available at Northland’s bookstore in the Marriage and Wedding Preparation Guide.

Details: Chris Kingsley (407-949-7193)

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LW Mentoring Workshop

Join us in establishing a mentoring ministry this year. America is reaching a crisis regarding teenage crime, suicide, drug and alcohol use, prison population and sexual abuse as a result of fatherlessness. The church needs to be the leader in this social crisis, or we face losing a generation of boys.

• Information sessions: Saturday, September 26, 9 to 10 a.m. or Saturday, October 17, 8 to 9 a.m., Student Ministries and Care Center, The Rink.

• Training class: Saturday, October 17, 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., Student Ministries and Care Center, The Rink. Led by Wade Trimmer of The Mentoring Project. Cost: $25 for early registration (forms available at the Welcome Desk), which includes training manual, lunch and refreshments.

Details: Shaylynn Stoner (407-949-7194 or shaylynn.stoner@northlandchurch.net)

LW Respectfully Blended:

Help and Hope for Stepfamilies Sundays, August 30 through October 11, 9 a.m., room 4210. This class will focus on understanding the role of the stepparent in family relationships, bringing two families together financially, and building the husbandwife team in a blended family. Details and registration: Doug Hubbard (407-695-5100 or dougghubbard@gmail.com)

LW Singles Study — Discovering God’s Will Sundays, August 30 through October 11, 4 to 5:45 p.m., room 4206. Based on the book by Andy Stanley, this study will take you through the important steps of decision-making as you begin to discover the personal vision God has for you. Details: Lisa (godsgirl0202@yahoo.com) LW Singles Study — If You Want to Walk on

Water, You’ve Got to Get Out of the Boat Sundays, August 30 through October 11, 4 to 5:45 p.m., room 4205. Based on the book by John Ortberg, this study will help you discover how to walk in God’s plan for your life in spite of fears and obstacles. Details: Liza (lizajohnson@ landam.com)

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MEN LW FAITHFUL AND TRUE

Mondays, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m., Student Ministries and Care Center, fellowship hall.

Join a fellowship of men pursuing sexual integrity. Workbooks are available at Northland’s bookstore for $17. Details and registration: Bryce Hagedorn (407-227-3072 or brycehagedorn@ yahoo.com) or Kevin Urichko (407-949-7166 or kevin.urichko@northlandchurch.net)

OV Connection Group Tuesdays, 6:30 a.m., NOCC. Connect as we talk through the weekly sermon topic and how to apply it to our lives. Details: Jeremy Jobson (jeremy.jobson@northlandchurch.net or 407929-3053) WO MEN IN THE WORD

Saturdays, 8 a.m., St. Paul’s Fellowship Center, Conference Room. Read through Frances Chan’s book Crazy Love. Details: Jerry Murphy (407522-1672 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)

LW Keeping Your Focus on Christ in the

Middle of Marriage Crisis Mondays, 7 p.m., room 4217. A support group for women with biblical truths, prayer and Bible study using Linda Rooks’ book Broken Hearts on Hold. Child care available with registration by contacting Morgan Perun (morgan.perun@ northlandchurch.net). Class details: Gayle Montiel (407-493-4106 or gaylemontiel@cfl. rr.com)

MD Celebrate Recovery Local Chapter

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)

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)

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

LW JAIL MINISTRY

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

LW LONGWOOD HEALTH CARE CENTER

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)

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)

LW PETPALS

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 407-699-4903)

Serve your local community

LW RECOVERY MINISTRY

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)

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

Come together for a single service project or an ongoing cause.

LW ACCESS MINISTRIES STEERING COMMITTEE

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)

LW BLOOD DRIVE

Saturday, September 5, Sunday, September 6, 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.; Monday, September 7, 6:15 to 9:15 p.m. Give blood and save lives! Details: Susan Cholewa (susan.cholewa@northlandchurch.net)

LW COVERING CARE BLANKET

Opportunities to serve.

Minimum commitment: one hour per week.

Details: Greg Kerr (407-770-8503 or gpkerr@ mindspring.com)

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 long-term planning; Prayer team; Pen pals. Training provided.

Details: Jail Ministry voice mail (407-949-4007)

LW phone VolunteerS

Vocalists and musicians needed for the newly forming Celebrate Recovery Band. Details: Celebrate Recovery Ministry leader Mary Ann Mannen (407-913-4777 or mmannen@cfl. rr.com)

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: September 13 to October 4 or October 25 to November 15. Focus: Salvation and assurance. Includes Communion instruction.

• STEP 2—THE MOST IMPORTANT THING: September 20 to October 18. 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.

LW MEDICAL FIRST RESPONDERS

LW CELEBRATE RECOVERY MUSICIANS

CHILDREN

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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)

Volunteers with a heart for the hurting, and recovery or 12-step experience needed to help with a ministry. Details: Laurie Jean Harrington (407-977-6742 or lauriejean2@bellsouth.net)

OV GOOD SAMARITAN Serve someone in need in your community through meal deliveries. Details: Maggie Jobson (mjobson@cfl.rr.com) OV International Friendship Ministries Serving locally with global impact through outreach opportunities to international students at UCF, including social activities, Bible studies, conversational English language practice and more. Details: Michele Moresi (407-694-7196 or sailingfan2@hotmail.com) OV Security Team Need volunteers to assist with security at the Oviedo site. Requires background check.

Details: Jeremy Jobson (407-929-3053 or jeremy.jobson@northlandchurch.net) Find other ways to serve in your community at servebeyond.northlandchurch.net.

LW DISASTER RESPONSE TEAMS

Medical professionals, licensed CDL drivers, culinary professionals, veterinarians or vet techs, licensed mental health counselors and those interested in providing mental health services needed for the Northland Disaster Response Teams. Training provided. Details: Gretchen Kerr (407-949-7190 or gretchen. kerr@northlandchurch.net)

LW HELP WOMAN TRANSITIONING FROM JAIL

Volunteer needed to give one day to a woman who needs a second chance. Details: Jessica’s house resident manager, Dawn Canright (407541-7528 or dawncanright@gmail.com)

LW HELP INCARCERATED MAN

Man needed to come alongside an incarcerated man. No experience necessary.

Opportunities and classes in the greater Orlando community.

ADULTS ABORTION RECOVERY Bible study for post-abortive men or women

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that meets in a confidential, supportive setting.

Details: Reveille Ministries (407-333-0404) Christians In Public Education (C.I.P.E.) Breakfast Saturday, September 26, 8 to 10 a.m., First Baptist Church of Orlando, 3000 S. John Young Parkway, Orlando. All public school administrators, teachers and staff are invited to this encouraging annual event. Cost is $20. Make checks payable to “A Gift from God.” Details: Cheryl Eller (407-579-9831) or Roxanne Paulsen (407-758-4917 or christiansinpubliceducation@ yahoo.com) 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 (407-5144356 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 sexual identity. Details: Cherrie Rowe (407-322-6850 or cherbear100@aol.com); inquiries are confidential. governor’s Job Fair (CFEC.org) Wednesday, September 9, noon to 4 p.m., 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) 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 (407474-0441 or www.harvest-time.org) 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) 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)

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men 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) September Lunch Series with Isaac Hunter Every Tuesday, September 1 through 29, noon to 1 p.m., First Presbyterian Church Orlando, 106 E. Church St. Senior pastor of Summit Church in Orlando, Isaac Hunter, senior pastor of Summit Church in Orlando, will address the gathering, and Dr. Joel C. Hunter will join his son Isaac as a speaker on Tuesday, September 15. Cost is $9 for lunch. Details and RSVP: www.thegathering.org

parentS NEARHIM HOME EDUCATORS Supports and encourages families whom God has called to teach their children at home.

Details: www.nearhim.com

women Community Bible Study Wednesdays, September 2 to May 5, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., Community United Methodist on 17-92, Casselberry. Study: The Divided Kingdom (1 & 2 Kings and Minor Prophets). Child care available. Details: Sandi McLaughlin (407342-4765 or sandimclaughlin@yahoo.com) 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) DEEPER STILL — with Kay Arthur, Priscilla Shirer and Beth Moore Friday, September 18, 7 to 9:45 p.m. and Saturday, September 19, 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Orlando’s Amway Arena. Hear three internationally-renowned Bible teachers and delve deeper in God’s Word through their teaching. Cost:

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$75 per person. Details and registration: LifeWay Events (1-800-254-2022 or www.lifeway.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) 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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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)

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LW Nonperishable food items can be placed into the designated wooden boxes in the lobby and in the Student Ministries and Care Center. Details: Vanessa Puleo (407-9497156 or vanessa.puleo@northlandchurch.net) MD LOVE COLLECTION New collection each month. Visit the information table for list. Details: Ann South (south4@ comcast.net or 352-267-3388) or Sharlee Hollingsworth (shollingsworth2@cfl.rr.com) 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

Hope Foundation & Sonshine Thrift has donation buckets in the foyer as well as current needs lists and service opportunities.

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 and many other items are needed at Safehouse of Seminole for battered women and their children. Visit their website for a complete needs list (www. safehouseofseminole.org) Details: admin@ safehouseofseminole.org or 407-302-5220 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)

Got News? Recently married or engaged? A new addition to the family? Send your wedding and newborn pictures plus details to the Northland News (newspaper@northlandchurch.net).

FINANCIAL REPORT

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As of august 24, 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 ...............................................................................................................

TITHES and OFFERINGS This Week This Quarter This Year

Need $237,553 $1,900,424 $8,140,424

Received $166,564 $1,882,580 $7,685,339 Surplus / (Deficit) ($70,989) ($17,844) ($455,085) *

*Shortfall is currently being covered by reserve fund. ...............................................................................................................

BUILDING FUND This Week This Quarter This Year

Need $35,624 $284,992 $1,237,563

Received $24,965 $239,255 $1,069,903 Surplus / (Deficit) ($10,659) ($45,737) ($203,284) LOAN BALANCE is currently $19,795,000 ...............................................................................................................

ATTENDANCE for weekend of August 22 to 24, 2009 Northland at Longwood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7,767 Northland at Mount Dora . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248 Northland at Oviedo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 322 107 worshipers joined Northland at West Oaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152 Northland via Northland Webstream . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1,796 at 1,070 sites their iPhones.

Total . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10,285 at 1,074 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 Facebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Northland Church at Oviedo

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 Website . . . . . . . . . . . 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.

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)

Children’s Ministries Debbie Blahnik, Director . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-949-7162 Teri Grayson, Early Childhood Administrator . . . . . . 407-949-4014 Julie Meeker, Grade School Administrator . . . . . . . 407-949-7153 Pam Anderson, Co-op Director . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-949-7179

WEST OAKS SITE

Pastoral Care Scotty Alderman, Pastoral Care Coordinator . . . . . 407-949-4035 Elaine Harland, Care Ministries Coordinator . . . . . 407-949-4402

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.

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 Website . . . . . . 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 Kelly Verkaik, Debbie’s Doorstep . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-310-5355 debbiesdoorstep@mac.com

COUNSELING Northland partner, nonprofit counseling ministries.

Discovery Counseling Dennis Gowin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-376-3773 Oviedo Counseling Clinic Sarah Baker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (407-366-9493, ext. 256)

West Oaks Blog Website . . . . . . . . westoaks.northlandchurch.net 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 LEADERSHIP TEAM Lou Amadori . . . . . . . . . . . 407-493-7343 or lamadori@cfl.rr.com Stephen Arnold . . . . 407-358-9603 or stephenarnold4@cfl.rr.com Jerry Murphy . . . . . . . . . 407-522-1672 or jerry.murphy@ieee.org Zack Fulmer . . . . . . 407-656-3008 or zack.fulmer@ronblue.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.

Parking: The front parking lot is reserved for those with special needs.

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.

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: Dr. Joel C. Hunter, Senior Pastor

Dr. Hunter believes we can accomplish more because of our differences than we would on our own—without giving up our unique identities. He says, “Both spiritual and intellectual maturity grow from differences. A distributed church uses contrasts to accomplish Kingdom purposes.”

Since June 1985, Dr. Hunter has served as senior pastor of Northland. Before bringing his family to Northland, Dr. Hunter served as a United Methodist pastor for 15 years in Indiana. He and his wife, Becky, have been partners in the ministry since their marriage in 1972. A longtime bridge builder who seeks common ground for the common good, Dr. Hunter approaches today’s issues in a biblical and balanced manner. He serves as a national and international leader both in compassion issues and on boards of agencies such as the National Association of Evangelicals and the World Evangelical Alliance. >>> TO READ MORE ABOUT DR. HUNTER, VISIT WWW.NORTHLANDCHURCH.NET.

THIS WEEKEND’S MESSAGE:

Challenges to Christianity: I Have My Reasons “I tried God, and it didn’t work.”

Scripture focus:

Luke 23:39-43 (NASB)

Worship focus:

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One of the criminals who were hanged there was hurling abuse at Him, saying, “Are You not the Christ? Save Yourself and us!”

But the other answered, and rebuking him said, “Do you not even fear God, since you are under the same sentence of condemnation?

“And we indeed are suffering justly, for we are receiving what we deserve for our deeds; but this man has done nothing wrong.”

And he was saying, “Jesus, remember me when You come in Your kingdom!”

And He said to him, “Truly I say to you, today you shall be with Me in Paradise.”

Worship God today for His life-giving power.

When we acknowledge and serve Him, it is His power that sustains us, through His Word — not our own strength.

Notes:

Summary prayer: ......................................................................

My ego is like a fortress.

I have built its walls stone by stone To hold out the invasion of the love of God. But I have stayed here long enough. There is light Over the barriers. O my God — The darkness of my house forgive And overtake my soul.

I relax the barriers.

I abandon all that I think I am, All that I hope to be, All that I believe I possess.

I let go of the past, I withdraw my grasping hand from the future, And in the great silence of this moment, I alertly rest my soul.

— Howard Thurman

NEXT WEEKEND: Dr. Joel C. Hunter | I Have My Reasons | “I wouldn’t be good at Christianity.” | Luke 7:24-28

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