Northland News Vol 10/Iss 47

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NOVEMBER 21 - 28, 2009

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VOLUME 10, ISSUE 47

The church is taken out of dying Jesus’ side, as Eve out of sleeping Adam’s.

— William Gurnall

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What’s Happening This Week?

LONGWOOD SITE Saturday, NOVEMBER 21

4:00 pm 4:45 pm 5:00 pm 5:00 pm 5:00 pm 8:00 pm

Prayer Meeting Growing Kids Gods Way Worship (cc) Infant/Walker – K’s Grades 1–5 Steven Curtis Chapman Concert

SUNday, NOVEMBER 22

7:30 am 8:45 am 9:00 am 9:00 am 9:00 am 9:00 am 9:00 am 9:00 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 6:00 pm 6:00 pm 6:00 pm 6:00 pm 7:30 pm

Prayer Meeting (cc) Financial Peace University (cc) Worship (cc)* (hi) Infant/Walker – K’s Grades 1–5 1 Peter Class Stepfamilies Class Crown Class (cc) Philippians (cc) Transformers Study (cc) Worship (cc)* Infant/Walker – K’s Grades 1–5 Special Needs Class Answers to Prayer Class (cc) Alpha Class Worship (cc) Infant/Walker – K’s Grades 1–5 O2 College Ministry

Monday, NOVEMBER 23

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

Purity Works To Live is Christ—Beth Moore Study Lose it for Life Revelation Part 2—Precepts Worship (cc) Infant/Walker – K’s Grades 1–5 Life on Hold Women’s Group Common Ground Young Adult Ministry Grief Share Faithful and True Men’s Group

TUESday, NOVEMBER 24

8:00 am 6:30 pm 7:00 pm 7:00 pm 7:00 pm 7:00 pm 7:15 pm

Unemployed Men Support Group To Live is Christ—Beth Moore Study AMEN Crown Class Financial Peace University Divorce Care Conquering Fear, Anger, Anxiety

WEDNEsday, NOVEMBER 25 7:00 pm 7:00 pm

Faith and Science Group Women’s Healing and Recovery

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

MOUNT DORA SITE Prayer Room 4209-10 THE RINK/SMCC ECW CWW Sanctuary

Prayer Room 1116-18/SMCC Sanctuary ECW CWW 4213-15 4210 4205 4213-15 F.Hall/SMCC Sanctuary ECW CWW CWW 4204 4206-7 Sanctuary ECW CWW The Rink/SMCC The Rink/SMCC

F.Hall/SMCC 4206-7 4209-10 4213,15 Sanctuary ECW CWW 4217 The Rink/SMCC 4204-4208 F.Hall/SMCC

1112/SMCC The Rink/SMCC 4206-7 1111, 1113/SMCC F.Hall/SMCC 4209-10,13-17 4204

SUNday, NOVEMBER 22

9:00 am 9:00 am 9:00 am 9:00 am 9:00 am 9:30 am 9:30 am 11:00 am 11:00 am 11:00 am 11:00 am 11:00 am

Monday, NOVEMBER 23 7:00 pm

6:30 am 7:00 pm

Various locations

Men’s Bible Fellowship Celebrate Recovery (cc)

Rooms 2-3 Calvary Chapel

WEDNEsday, NOVEMBER 25 7:00 pm

CREW352

Friday, NOVEMBER 27 7:00 pm

Mount Dora Home Group

Sanctuary

Various locations

OVIEDO SITE

9:00 am Worship (cc)* Auditorium 9:00 am Infants 9-109 9:00 am Classes for 2’s - 3’s 9-107 9:00 am Classes for 4’s - K’s 9-105 9:00 am Grade School 8-107 9:00 am Christmas Musical Rehearsal Children’s Check In 11:00 am Worship (cc)* Auditorium 11:00 am Infants 9-109 11:00 am Classes for 2’s - 3’s 9-107 11:00 am Classes for 4’s - K’s 9-105 11:00 am Grade School 8-107 11:00 am AXIS: Middle School Ministry Hallway 5:00 pm AXIS: Justice Response Celebration (Students) NOCC 6:00 pm Building Your Marriage (Couples) Cluxton home

Monday, NOVEMBER 23 7:00 pm 7:00 pm

Life’s Healing Choices (Women) Fireproof Your Marriage (Couples)

TUESday, NOVEMBER 24

Harrington home Wiest home

Men’s Fraternity Groups (Men) Building Your Marriage (Couples) (cc $5)

Wednesday, NOVEMBER 25

Night of Prayer and Thanksgiving

NOCC Welday home

NOCC

Happy Thanksgiving!

— Building Closed —

Friday, NOVEMBER 27 5:00 pm

Celebrate Recovery

Saturday, NOVEMBER 28

8:30 am 4:00 pm 5:00 pm 5:00 pm 5:00 pm

Word Weavers Prayer Meeting Worship (cc) Infant/Walker – K’s Grades 1–5

WEST OAKS SITE CWW

F.Hall/SMCC Prayer Room Sanctuary ECW CWW

SUNday, NOVEMBER 22 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 Sharing Life Stories Christmas Musical Rehearsal

Monday, NOVEMBER 23 6:00 pm

Christmas Eve Worship Schedule NO TICKETS NECESSARY. Doors will open 30 minutes prior to service start time. All child care is listed under each site listing below.

All other children will worship with their families in the site sanctuary.

Wednesday, December 23 • Longwood and online 5 and 7 p.m.

Child care for those age 3 and under.

Thursday, December 24 • Longwood and online noon, 2, 4, 6 and 8 p.m.

Child care for those age 3 and under.

• Mount Dora — 4 p.m.

Child care for infants through kindergarteners.

SUNday, NOVEMBER 22

7:00 pm

THURsday, NOVEMBER 26

Mount Dora Home Group

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

TUESday, NOVEMBER 24

6:30 am 6:30 pm 4205 1111/SMCC

Worship (cc)* Infants/Walkers Classes for 2 year olds Classes for 3’s - K’s Grade School Ministry CREW352 Youth Bible Study Adult Bible Fellowship Worship (cc)* Infants/Walkers Classes for 2 year olds Classes for 3’s - K’s Grade School Ministry

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

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

One Thing (Middle and High School students) Novak home

• Oviedo — 6 and 8 p.m.

Child care for nursery only.

• West Oaks — 6 p.m.

Child care for those age 3 and under.

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.; Mondays, 7 p.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)

ABOUT Northland

New to Northland?

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.

Welcome! We're so glad you decided to worship with us today, and we'd love to meet you ...

Our Mission To call people to know and follow Christ and equip them to worship and serve together.

Please stop by the Welcome Center at any of our sites to connect with other newcomers, ask questions and familiarize yourself with what Northland's all about … “Bringing people to maturity in Christ.”

Our Core Values Worship, Spiritual Formation, Inter-generational Leadership, Personal Ministry and Partnership.

Again, we are so glad you came, and we invite you to become part of the Northland family! Help us get to know you by filling out the following form. Simply tear it out and drop it off at the Welcome Center or in any offering box after the worship service:

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 Join us for LIVE Webstream Worship at

Name______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Street_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ City__________________________________________________________ State_________________ Zip__________________________________________ Home Phone___________________________________________________ Cell Phone__________________________________________________________ E-mail Address______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

www.northlandchurch.net

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during any of these worship times!

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.

Inner State 80

SPECIAL CHRISTMAS OFFER! Now through December 25, save when you buy copies for friends and family!

Available at Northland’s bookstore and InnerState80.com!

1 copy = $12

2 copies = $20

3 copies = $25

TABLE OF CONTENTS

All proceeds benefit Northland’s facilities.

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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

Come to the Water

Get baptized as a public profession of your faith in Jesus Christ. (Matthew 28:19)

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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)

Newspaper Volunteers Becky Hunter, Editor-at-Large Bob Wegner, Photographer Sarah Hall, Photographer Rick Bradshaw, Photographer Robb Richardson, Photographer

Sunday, December 13, 2 p.m.

More info on page 12.

Poinsettias…

Send newspaper correspondence to: newspaper@northlandchurch.net

to honor or memorialize your loved ones.

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Newspaper Staff Dede Caruso, Coordinator/Production Artist, Media Design Melissa Bogdany, Copy Editor Robert Andrescik, Director of Print and Public Relations Connie Rainwater, Director of Content Development Barbara Olsen, Director of Adult Equipping Tracy Bardwell, Multimedia Designer, Media Design

To place your order by Wednesday, December 2, fill out this form (please print clearly) and place it, along with $6 for each plant, into a tithe envelope found at the offering boxes.

Label the envelope “Poinsettias” and deposit it there. Checks should be made payable to Northland.

Details: Sarah Mattingly (407-949-7170 or sarah.mattingly@northlandchurch.net) Plants will Site you attend: [ ] Longwood [ ] Mount Dora [ ] Oviedo [ ] West Oaks be placed as decorations at all distributed sites and In honor of:_ __________________________________________________________ will be available for pic December 26 to 28. Sto kup p by We lcome Center to receive the In memory of:_ ________________________________________________________ plant. All unclaimed pla your nts will be taken to area Given by:_ ____________________________________________________________ nursing homes.

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news@mountdora

To the many faithful volunteers who serve at Northland ... thank you!

Whether acting as ambassadors to the hundreds of visitors who walk through our doors every weekend, helping children and students to get established in the Word, working to rebuild communities, here in Central Florida and beyond, or serving in many other ways, you have the same servant-attitude that Christ had (Philippians 2:5). We may not always get the chance to thank you properly, but here is a public thank you to every one of our generous volunteers. We are truly thankful for you.

YOU!

We wouldn’t be able to do what we do without our volunteers. We meet all kinds of people in the bookstore from all walks of life. Our volunteers are gifted with what is needed to assist in selection, yes. But more than that, they provide a listening ear, someone to pray with. God has a clever way of having one of our volunteers in the store at just the right time with a “been there, done that, know what you’re going through” experience to share with people in need who walk through our door. Thank you, bookstore volunteers. You are simply the best.

Donna Duckhorn, Assistant Manager, Bookstore To the Distributed Journeys Core Team ... thank you for your unwavering commitment to our short-term mission trips.

Your enthusiasm, perseverance, creativity and wonderful spirit inspire us to strive harder in reaching the entire world with the Good News of Christ. Thank you for selflessly answering God’s call to serve throughout the year and for giving so much of yourselves and your time to further the Kingdom here on earth. May each of you be richly blessed this Thanksgiving and always.

Patti Harshey, Administrative Assistant, Service Thank you so much to our faithful elders and prayer ministers who serve at the end of each worship service.

Northland cares because you care. Thanks for trusting in the power of God and interceding for others in their time of need!

Dr. Kevin Urichko, Pastoral Care and Executive Pastor

the way that you speak to God, and the Bible is the way that He speaks back to you. Perhaps your ‘big’ thing is to dive deep into your relationship with Christ.”

“Hmmm,” he mused. “I never thought of it that way. I guess I will start spending time with God again!”

Whether it is with your spouse, a good friend or Jesus, the quality of your relationship depends on the time you put into it. The psalmist confidently declares, “In the morning, n a recent flight back to Orlando, I met O Lord, you hear my voice; in the morning I lay my requests a brother in Christ. He was warm and before you and wait in expectation” (Psalm 5:3, NIV). friendly, and we had a great conversation.

When you share your problems, petitions and praise He told me about the family he had raised and the in prayer, God hears you. He receives your side of the grandkids he now enjoys. He shared about several conversation. And when you, in turn, read His Word, He speaks businesses he owns and how he thanks the Lord for back to you. Psalm 1 his success. He conveyed speaks of the man who his involvement in “meditates day and night” several community Arise early, or find some quiet in the law of God. “He organizations that focus is like a tree planted by on improving the quality time at midday or in the evening. streams of water, which of life for Central Share your heart with Him and yields its fruit in season Floridians. and whose leaf does not He also told me that then allow Him to share His heart wither.” (v. 3, NIV). The he thinks the Lord may with you through Scripture. words from your heart someday have something in prayer and the Word “big” for him to do. He of the Living God mingle indicated that he is still together to create a figuring out his purpose beautiful connection between you! in life. Personally, I thought the life he was already Perhaps you are like my friend on the plane. You are living leading was already “big” from God’s perspective. your life but believe God has something “big” or “more” or I prayed and then asked, “How much time do you “new” for you to do. Try spending time alone with the Lord spend with the Lord each day?” each day. Arise early, or find some quiet time at midday or in “That,” he replied, “is my problem.” He then the evening. Share your heart with Him and then allow Him went on to tell me about inconsistency in reading to share His heart with you through Scripture. Perhaps a deep the Bible. He said he knows he should “do better.” connection with Christ is the very “big” thing you have been “Christianity is not a religion or a book; it’s a searching for!

Person,” I responded. “Jesus died for you and wants to have a relationship with you. Every relationship >>> MOUNTDORA.NORTHLANDCHURCH.NET requires conversation in order to grow. Prayer is

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To our wonderful Children’s Ministries volunteer team: teachers, helpers, JCREW, Apprentice Crew, check-in/ greeters, Children’s Church worship team, set builders, actors, Praise Time leaders, techs, camera operators, puppeteers, story time aunts, child care helpers, Cut-ups Craft Team, and special event and administrative helpers.

Your dedication to sharing God’s Word with children by giving so unselfishly of your time, talent and love is equipping the next generation to know who God is and what He has done.

It is through your teamwork that so many seeds are planted in the hearts of hundreds of children each weekend. You are making a difference in God’s Kingdom for all eternity. We thank you and appreciate your servant hearts. May God richly bless you in the upcoming year. We love you all!

Children’s Ministries Staff, Northland at Longwood Thank you to all the care ministries here at Northland: hospital, prayer team, DivorceCare, DC4K, Blanket Ministry, PetPals, marriage ministries, GriefShare, Care Ministers, His Way, Praxis and to all those who touch lives in such a special way in the different areas God has gifted you all.

Care Ministries at Northland could not reach out and touch all those who come seeking support, guidance and help without all of you who give of your time and efforts to be God in person for so many. Thank you for answering God’s call to serve.

Elaine Harland, Care Ministries Coordinator Thank you to the many volunteers who give their precious time to serve on the Congregational Services team throughout the week, at special events and during Communion. We love you!

Ruth Sapp, Director, Congregational Services

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Something Big for God Bill Chapman Northland at Mount Dora Site Minister

Thank you to our wonderful volunteers in LifeHope. You are bringing life and hope to our guests and making a difference in people’s lives!

Laura Young, LifeHope Administrator

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Thankful for YOU!

A great big thank you to the Northland at Mount Dora volunteers! You are His hands and feet, and you serve so faithfully. Thank you for all that you do for our Northland family and our Mount Dora community.

Bill Chapman, Site Minister, Northland at Mount Dora

Gift Card Angel Tree

Help support The Carpenter’s House for Children this Christmas season!

November 22 through December 13.

Pick a name from the Gift Card Angel Tree located in the lobby beginning Sunday, November 22. Return it with the requested gift card in an envelope by December 13. It’s easy to do, and there’s no wrapping involved! Details: Ann South (352-267-3388 or south4@comcast.net)

NOVEMBER LOVE COLLECTION

We are collecting for members of our own congregation who are in need. Items needed: canned fruits, canned vegetables, canned beans, dry beans, crackers, cereals, pasta, pasta sauce, peanut butter, soups, broths, rice, instant mashed potatoes, juice and canned meats (tuna, vienna sausages, chicken). Details: Ann South (352-267-3388 or south4@comcast.net) or Sharlee Hollingsworth (shollingsworth2@cfl.rr.com) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Opportunities for students on page 7.

news@oviedo

Rejoice … With Thanksgiving JEREMY JOBSON Northland at Oviedo Site Minister

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e are gathering together this week on Wednesday night to spend some time before Thanksgiving in thanksgiving, as the body of Christ! Why? We have truly experienced another incredible year as the Northland at Oviedo family passionately in pursuit of God. We saw the launch of our Missional May with Compassion International and the sending off of foreign missionaries, beach and pool baptisms, local adventurers sent on mission trips to Jamaica and Africa, the Luke Project and Women’s Tea, the launch of our Neighborhood Gatherings, multiple small groups formed and multiplied, lots of new faces, from congregants to babies, babies and more babies.

Even in a time when there are a lot of struggles, hurt, loss and suffering, we all still have much to be thankful for, from our salvation because of His sacrifice, to our brothers and sisters in Christ who are here with us, “spurring one another on in love and good deeds.” Having lots to be thankful for is reason enough to take time out before we begin to eat too much food and fall asleep watching football, but Paul gives us a much, much better reason, the greatest reason of all.

Read this for yourselves from Philippians 4:4-9: Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to

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God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable – if anything is excellent or praiseworthy – think about such things. Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me – put it into practice.

And the God of peace will be with you.

Paul’s reason is more compelling than the list of things for which we have to be thankful. Even in a time when things are hard for many, these verses give us a clear picture of why we are to spend time in thanks to the Lord! In fact, it seems like Paul is actually saying something like, “There is all the more reason to be thankful when things are bad, because He is going to give you what you need to get through it.” Bring it all to Him, always – the good, the bad and the ugly – and then, guess what will happen? “The peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”

I want more of that. How about you? “The peace of God, which transcends all understanding” sounds pretty awesome. How do I get that? By bringing my whole life, all of it, to Him, in prayer and supplication (humble petition or request). Do not be anxious about anything (see Matthew 6:26). He promises He will be with us always, and although our situation and circumstances may not disappear, we will be strengthened to endure and glorify Him as we do.

Join us at the Tuesday Thanksgiving service at FUMCO in Oviedo at 7 p.m. (details in the lobby) or at the Wednesday night prayer and thanksgiving, or serve others at the FUMCO Thanksgiving dinner (details in the lobby)! If you are going to spend the holiday alone and would like to be with some of us, please contact Amanda Hartley or me, and we will do what we can to connect you with others who, like you, know they have plenty to be thankful for this year! >>> OVIEDO.NORTHLANDCHURCH.NET

news@westoaks Serving the Homeless on Thanksgiving TOMMY NOVAK Northland at West Oaks Site Minister

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Other items we will need are: • towels, so each person can dry off • clothing that is clean and not torn or tattered • sweaters and jackets • socks and underwear

Please drop off the items at the café by November 24. he Church of West Orange (the partnership we have As a reminder to last week’s article, if you would like to with many other churches in the West Orange area) will serve the needs of others by delivering food on Thanksgiving be serving the homeless of our community together morning, please meet us at the Starbucks parking lot (on on Thanksgiving Day at House Blend Café. Services such as Highway 50 in front of showers, haircuts and more will be Wal-Mart) at 7:30 a.m., or available for the homeless from 1 to I see the heart of Christ in you just go directly to Ocoee 4:30 p.m. Then, from 5 to 8:30 p.m., High School beginning at 8 we will serve Thanksgiving dinner. in so many ways, and I am so a.m. to pick up your boxes Below are items we will need that grateful for every one of you! of food and maps to the day. If you can help to provide them, homes to which you will please drop them off at House Blend I pray God blesses you as you deliver.

Café. If you are able to make it that serve so faithfully.

The goal is to serve day to serve, please let Josh Taylor, 1,100 families this year, so general manager of House Blend if you would like to help, it would be greatly appreciated. If Café, know (JoshT@houseblendcafe.com). you would like to help pack the boxes on Wednesday evening, Please place the following in quart-sized plastic baggies (all come to Ocoee High School at 7 p.m., and you will be put to items are to be miniature-sized, like the items you get in a work. Anything you can do to help will be a blessing to all of hotel): those in our communities who are in need.

• shampoo Thanks for being the church in our community and for • conditioner giving yourself away every time there is a need. I see the heart • toothpaste of Christ in you in so many ways, and I am so grateful for every • toothbrush one of you! I pray God blesses you as you serve so faithfully.

• disposable razor • body soap (liquid preferred) >>> WESTOAKS.NORTHLANDCHURCH.NET • lotion

Wednesday, November 25, 7 to 8:30 p.m., NOCC. Bring your favorite dessert and come worship with us this Thanksgiving Eve as we praise Him and give thanks for who He is and what He has done!

Details: Amanda Hartley (407-222-7374 or amanda. hartley@northlandchurch.net) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Opportunities for students on page 7.

Children’s

Christmas Musical

TWO performances:

• Sunday, December 6

12:30 p.m., auditorium, Hagerty High School

• Tuesday, December 8

7 p.m., The Stage, 1425 Tuskawilla Road, Suite 145, Winter Springs (in the Chick-fil-A plaza on Red Bug and Tuskawilla roads) Details: Amanda Hartley (407-222-7374 or amanda. hartley@northlandchurch.net)

Thankful for YOU!

The volunteers at Northland at Oviedo are incredible! They work so hard to make this site happen every week. Thank you for all that you do to connect and grow our congregation in Christ.

Jeremy Jobson, Site Minister, Northland at Oviedo

Thankful for YOU!

Lives are being changed and friendships are being made as you serve our God so generously. Thank you!

Tommy Novak, Site Minister, Northland at West Oaks

Dinner of Six Get to know others in your church community by enjoying a meal with them once a month.

Sign up now. Details: Mary Smith (marysmith@ VermeerSoutheast.com) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

volunteers needed Many volunteers are needed: ushers, greeters, and helpers in the areas of security, Children’s Ministries, Student Ministries, setup, cleanup, hospitality, special events and more. Details: Derika Hacker (407-473-4537 or derika.hacker@ northlandchurch.net) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Freeze Warning Ministry

Help prepare for those who are homeless by collecting pillows, pillowcases, blankets, sleeping bags and large storage containers. You also may sign up in the foyer to help cook, clean and minister to “the least of these” during the Freeze Warning events. Details: Tommy Novak (352-989-7378 or tommy.novak@northlandchurch.net) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Opportunities for students on page 7.

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Building Relationships With Asian Students

By Courtney Walmer Northland Intern, Service

and asked for all of our “autographs” and e-mail addresses.

Of course, we got to talk and learn all about him. He was 15 years old, and immediately, I connected with him because he team of eight traveled to Southeast Asia for is my younger brother’s age. I got up from my seat to sit next two weeks, and it was filled with adventure to him and hear more of his story. We would spend the rest of from beginning to end. We traveled to the the night together. other side of the world to attend a future leaders My new friend explained that he is going to school to be an conference focusing on reconciliation. Our role was engineer that primarily deals with mobile phones. He noticed to be international cheerleaders for the effort, build that I didn’t have any meat on my plate and commented. I told relationships with the students, facilitate an art area him that I am a vegetarian, and he said he is a Brahmin Hindu for self-expression, and serve in any other way that and does not eat meat either. He was thrilled that someone so was needed. far away would also be a vegetarian. He loves commonalities.

At the conference, the students were split into He also loves English and jumped at any opportunity he got 10 teams for discussions, competitions and building to correct my grammar, because this was the first chance he new relationships. One of the great contributions had to speak English to a native speaker. It made sense that made by each group was an artistic expression of he demanded the language be spoken with such precision. their hope for their country. An honest admittance People in the commercial and governmental areas speak of the destructive past and a beautiful hope for the English, but where he is from, people only learn a little in future was conveyed in the students’ discussions school. Throughout the meal and over the next few days, I and artwork. would learn about his home life and the turmoil and instability It was miraculous to see how God used this he is exposed to. conference filled with young people representing After dinner (around 9 p.m.), we headed to the auditorium, many different religions all for His glory. His nature where four well-known singers performed for the young was revealed more to me leaders. Before the concert each day in the desires of the started, all of the students were students to be reconciled on the stage dancing freely, to one another and allow beautifully and joyfully. The mercy to overflow. reservations, skepticism and often On the trip, God called blatant dislike that the students us to humbly submit to once had for one another seemed Him. Before we arrived at to have disappeared. Once the the conference, there were performers came on stage, all 350many twists and turns. The plus students were on their feet in conference dates had to be the front. We did the conga and moved due to school exams danced in huge groups. shifting, which meant three My friend tapped me on my of our teammates were shoulder and asked, “Have you ever unable to come. After more (L to r): Northlander’s Lauren McLaughlin and Courtney Walmer been to a function?” After realizing than 30 hours of traveling, with their new friend from Southeast Asia. what he meant by function, I said, our smaller team arrived “Yes, I’ve been to some events like at our destination; our luggage did not, until the this one.” He said, “I’ve not been to a function.” I understood fourth day. A big pink bus took all of the volunteers that this night was special. It was a night for these young boys on a seemingly several-hour drive down bumpy back and girls to be appreciated as leaders in their community, to roads to the conference site. Although we wanted to be affirmed in their significance, and to be encouraged that begin building the art piece immediately, the wood the possibility to forgive, to love, to move forward is already was a day late getting there. We also were coping becoming a reality through their lives. with jet lag. It wasn’t an easy introduction to this My friend has grown up in the midst of ethnic tension and foreign place, but we were present and ready to war. The obstacles he must climb are great. Fortunately, I serve a God who is faithful. know what he does not; I know that he has a Father who loves When the wood arrived, we constructed several him perfectly and will pursue him for all of his days through enormous canvases. The students were armed with all of those obstacles. I also knew that for that night, it was tons of paint, sponges, brushes, pastels, spray paint, my job to love him well and make him know how special he fabric, sequins and glue, ready to illustrate their is. I brought him up to the stage to the conference’s media deep hopes for the future. Watching the children director to explain his story, and at the end of the night, the paint, draw, and express their desire for equality and media director invited him to the stage to present gifts on unity was heartbreakingly beautiful. behalf of the conference to the celebrities. He got to hug each The next night was just as surprising and of them! unbelievable to me as the preceding days had been.

This trip required much patience, flexibility and trust.

The three things I dislike most (out of fear and These qualities do not come naturally to me and probably to anticipated failure) are dancing, singing and picture most of us; however, we are called to imitate Christ’s attitude. taking. This night I would do them all. At dinner a When we go to serve, our Father will use us and take us on an boy walked up to the table our team was sitting at adventure we never could have planned for ourselves.

Next Build a Basket Local Serve Day BY vanessa puleo Local Projects and Partnerships

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SERVE TEAM Distributed Journey Breaking Free is a comprehensive long-term residential program for men recovering from addictions.

informational meeting:

Sunday, December 20, 4:30 p.m. rooms 4213/15, Longwood site Key leaders from Breaking Free will speak about the program and the mission: the construction of a 12-bedroom retreat center.

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We also need a large team of volunteers that will deliver the baskets once they are assembled. Our ministry partners and Northland’s LifeHope ministry will have already contacted the basket recipients. Teams will deliver the baskets to their doors, ask for any prayer requests and invite them to a church service.

Register for these family-friendly, fun and meaningful projects at www.northlandchurch.net/serve/.

other UPCOMING Serving Opportunities

To register for these upcoming serving opportunities, visit Northland’s website (www.northlandchurch.net) and select the “Serve Others” tab. Then choose “Serve Locally” to find project times, age requirements, locations and other information.

November 24 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pie drive November 25 . . . . . . . . . Serve/deliver meals to needy November 25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . Homeless Ministry Team November 27 . . . . . . . Give Kids the World, serve dinner November 28 . . . . . . . . . Pathways to Care, serve lunch December 11 . . . . . . . . Cookie drive for holiday baskets December 12 . . Coalition for the Homeless, cook dinner December 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Local SERVE Day December 26 . . . . . . . . . Pathways to Care, serve lunch December 26 . . . . . . . Give Kids the World, serve dinner For questions or to make a project that fits your group, contact Vanessa Puleo (407-949-7156 or vanessa.puleo@ northlandchurch.net).

THIS WEEK!

PiE DRIVE

Tuesday, November 24

It’s easy as pie!

Deliver your pie anytime before 4 p.m. on Tuesday, November 24 to the Student Ministries and Care Center.

COOKIE DRIVE

Friday, December 11

ENDS THIS WEEK!

Register at www.northlandchurch.net or call Vanessa Puleo (407-949-7156).

Breaking Free: Mission to Georgia March 6-13

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hank you to all those who served this past weekend at the Build a Basket Local Serve Day. More than 250 baskets were assembled and delivered to families in need this Thanksgiving.

Join us Saturday, December 12 at 7:45 a.m. at parking lot 3 for prayer with Pastor Joel C. Hunter before getting down to the task of packaging food for families and individuals in need. You will be given the name of a family in need, for which you get to “build a basket.” All the supplies will be provided. You’ll just move down an assembly line, placing items like potatoes, canned vegetables, a turkey, brownies, cookies (from the Cookie Drive!), a Bible and a DVD about the story of Jesus into the basket.

Shoebox Collection: Through November 23

Details: Marie Strickland (occgirl@juno.com)

Build a Basket

Saturday, December 12 Register at www. northlandchurch.net or call

Vanessa Puleo (407-949-7156).

SERVE TEAM NEEDED

Help Christian HELP get ready for Christmas!

For details and to register, visit www.northlandchurch.net.

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This year you have the opportunity to help a student go to Christmas Camp 2009. By sponsoring a seat, multiple seats or even a bus, you provide an opportunity for a student — or multiple students — to travel to SharpTop Cove Camp in Jasper, Georgia. Each year more than 150 high school students make the trek up to north Georgia to take a break from life and hear from God. Students make life-changing decisions over these four days, and many of them come back with a new or renewed passion to serve Jesus. We want to provide the opportunity to as many students as possible, and you can help!

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CHRISTMAS CAMP ���� DECEMBER �� to JANUARY �

SEAT: ���� BUS: ��,��� ATTENTION HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS: $270 if registration and $100 deposit are received by December 15 $310 if registration and $100 deposit are received between December 16 and 23 Pre-order your sweatshirt: $20 Pick up a green registration form from the Welcome Desk for details and to register. Details: Shaylynn Stoner (407-949-7194 or Shaylynn.stoner

Your generosity can help make it possible for students to have a great experience.

If you are able, please sponsor one or more seats, or even a bus. Just make a check payable to Northland Church, and in the memo line, write "Christmas Camp Bus."

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Middle & High School Students

Middle School Ministry

LW Servant Leadership Ministry

NO LUGRox THIS WEEKEND (11/21) or next weekend (11/28)

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)

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)

OV Justice Response Celebration

Sunday, November 22, 5 to 7 p.m., NOCC. Come celebrate what God is going to do with the money raised for International Justice Mission. Dinner included. All donations are due at this celebration!

Details: Erica Emler (407-687-8570 or erica. emler@northlandchurch.net)

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THIS WEEKEND!

Mondays, 6 to 8 p.m., Novak home. Details: Tommy Novak (352-989-7378 or tommy.novak@northlandchurch.net)

No LUGRox December 26

LW LUGRox (Living Under Grace Rocks!)

Saturdays, December 5, 12, and 19, 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!

OV AXIS: Middle School MINISTRY

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

Happy Thanksgiving from Northland’s Student Ministries

High School Ministry LW O2 — Outreach, Worship, Teaching and

Hangout Time O2 OFF November 29 and December 27

Sundays, 6 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)

OV AXIS: High School Ministry

Sundays, 5 p.m., NOCC. Youth group environment with interactive activities and fun. Details: Erica Emler (407-6878570 or erica.emler@northlandchurch.net)

OV Dinner and Youth Group

Sunday, November 29, 5 to 7 p.m., NOCC. Bring a friend! Details: Erica Emler (407-6878570 or erica.emler@northlandchurch.net)

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CHRISTMAS CAMP SPONSORSHIP

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NEXT WEEKEND!

College Ministry (For students ageS 18-25)

Details: Mike Burke (mike.burke@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.

Mentoring Ministry informational meeting For Single Moms of Middle School Sons Saturday, December 5, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., room 4213, Northland at Longwood. Learn about connecting your son with a mentor, speak with the leaders and meet some men that are currently volunteering. Details and RSVP: Shaylynn Stoner (shaylynn.stoner@northlandchurch.net or 407-949-7194)

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My name is: __________________________________________________

Today we worship Jesus as the cornerstone: the first and most important part of the church.

The church is the family of believers. Put Him first.

Hello, boys and girls.

Welcome to the Beehive!

I’m Buzz. Stick with me during our family worship service, and we’ll learn more about who God is and what He has done!

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A cornerstone is the first stone laid at a corner where two walls begin in order to form the first part of a building.

Bzzz.

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Who’s there?

Sherry.

Today’s buzzword is CORNERSTONE! I heard it _____________ times.

I think it’s important to God because

Sherry- Is that lanka. where Pastor

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Unscramble the letters to correctly spell the word for the most important stone that holds a building together.

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Answer: CORNERSTONE

The Promise of the Holy Spirit Acts 1:4-9 After Jesus gave His life for us, God raised Him to life. He appeared to many people. One day, when Jesus was eating with His followers, He said, “Do not leave Jerusalem. Wait for the gift My Father promised. You have heard Me talk about it.” Jesus was talking about the Holy Spirit. They asked Jesus questions about this, and Jesus told them, “You will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you. Then you will be My witnesses in Jerusalem. You will be My witnesses in all Judea and Samaria. And you will be My witnesses from one end of the earth to the other.” Then Jesus was lifted up to heaven before their very eyes!

Yep.

Draw a picture of a stone building.

Begin by drawing the cornerstone.

Cool.

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Come serve in Children’s Ministries.

Northland’s 5-day Bible study for children, The Daily Way, is available at www.northlandchurch.net or at Children’s Church.

You will bee blessed!

7162 or Details: Debbie Blahnik (407-949et) ch.n hur ndc thla nor nik@ blah debbie.

Jesus sent His Holy Spirit to us so we can be His witnesses all over the earth. This week be His witness by telling someone about Jesus.

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teaches our 3-year-olds on Monday nights. In her kind and gentle manner, she welcomes each child warmly and creates the perfect atmosphere for them to learn about God and to grow in their trust of Him. She is a tremendous blessing to the children, their families and to those of us who serve with her. Thank you, Linda, for sharing your love of God with all of us! We thank God for you!

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Hey there, why did you make that?

We know God will take care of us just like a shepherd takes care of his sheep!

Search for and circle each word Paul wrote in Ephesians 2:22.

“In Him you too are being built together to become a dwelling in which God lives by His Spirit.”

G O D C L A R E C B W H I C H B S E E B V H B Y P I L U E I E O I N L I S S C U R G I L T T O O I T N T H I M A T O G E T H E R Word bank: IN, HIM, YOU, TOO, ARE, BEING, BUILT, TOGETHER, TO, BECOME, A, DWELLING, WHICH, GOD, LIVES, BY, HIS, SPIRIT

Join the children for a celebration of what they’ve learned this year in Children’s Church: who God is and what He has done!

Friday, December 4, 7 p.m.

Northland at Longwood Sanctuary FREE ADMISSION.

A brief reception will follow in the foyer.

Child care provided for infants through 3-year-olds.

Details and registration: Julie Meeke r (407-949-7153 or julie.meeker@northlandchurch.net)

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Adding to the Church – now.

By CONNIE RAINWATER Director of Content Development

that Friday afternoon and told her I wanted to be saved and wanted to know how all this went down and what the process was. (I grew up in the Catholic church and assumed there had to be some kind of set date for such an act.) She informed me we could do it right there and grabbed my hands and prayed to the Lord almost verbatim the prayer Joel said at the end of worship on Monday.

It’s the greatest and most difficult thing I have taken on in my life. The learning and excitement of new knowledge is like going back to college for me. The deciding factor that I wanted to be saved came after I attended Northland at the last service Communion was offered and the pastor stated something about only take this offering if you are a follower of God and had been saved by Him. I was so taken aback that I could not take on the blessing of Communion. When I heard Ulrika’s story at worship on Monday evening, I was in total shock because that was exactly how I had felt.

So, I just wanted to thank you for helping me make the decision to take that step to be closer to God and learn about Him and become a Christian. It has been a lifechanging experience. Thank You with all my heart!

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very week there are hundreds of inspiring stories to be told of what God is doing around our community and at Northland. The following is an excerpt from an e-mail of a NOW participant, telling how God brought her into His family, and ours, recently: I have attended Northland a few times in the past four months or so and over the past month I have been faithful to worship services once a week. I wanted to let you know that I was recently saved by the Lord on October 16. This was an idea I had played around with over the past few weeks and decided I had no one else to turn to but God. I met a lady who works with me and is a dear friend and Christian at Starbucks

now. On Demand!

Missed out on NOW? Catch up anytime — all class resources (including full video) are available at now. northlandchurch.net:

Bible Session 1 — bible basics: Led by Sean Cooper.

Where did the Bible come from? Why do we believe that it’s true? How can I apply it to my life?

Session 2 — IN THE SANCTUARY: Led by Pastor Vernon Rainwater. A study of David and personal worship.

Christian Living

Session 1 — Following Jesus in a Globalized World: Led by Michael VanHuis and guests. Ask, “How can I be Jesus in a global world?” Learn perspective and cultural engagement for the church today.

session 2 — Finding an Ark in the Media Flood: Led by Loyd Boldman. How to use the clatter of the world as a teaching tool, and how to make decisions that will ground you and your family in the midst of the deluge.

Joel C. Hunter. Find your purpose as you learn why God created man and what sets you apart as a believer in Christ.

session 2 —The Doctrine of God: Led by Pastor Dan Lacich. Get answers to all your big questions about God.

1. Gather evergreen branches, or use colored paper and cut out paper leaves.

4. Choose a day and time for your family Advent candle lighting. Dinner is a great time.

5. Check this page each week for suggested Advent readings, songs, prayers and family discussion starters.

When you log in to the site, you are presented with 11 short videos, each with an accompanying personal study and additional resources: 1. The church and the kingdom 2. The ministry of the early church 3. Your home, a ministry outpost 4. A kingdom of servants 5. Inviting others into the family 6. When we gather 7. Sacraments and the church 8. Common Questions 9. The character of a spiritual leader 10. The habits of a spiritual leader 11. Expanding the kingdom

Theology

Make this a meaningful Advent season by celebrating in new ways with your family. Make an Advent wreath (together!) for your home.

3. Place four candles in candleholders on the circle, and one in the center.

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as God been calling you to step up to a new level of personal ministry? Maybe it is time to begin to think of your own home as a ministry outpost.

Check out the Doing Church, Simply website. It's, well, simple.

Session 1 — The Doctrine of Man: Led by Pastor

Family Advent-ure

2. Arrange the greenery in a circle on a table.

A Simple Plan to Reach the World

Family Thanksgiving Resources Saying Grace: A Prayer of Thanksgiving, by Virginia Kroll and Tim Ladwig Saying Grace is a beautiful picture book that teaches 4- to 7-yearolds about the importance of showing gratitude to God for what He has done. They’ll meet Grace, a young girl who experiences the hardships and blessings of belonging to a pioneer family. At Thanksgiving she discovers the value of prayer. Includes special mealtime prayers.

The Pilgrims’ First Thanksgiving,

by Ann McGovern The Pilgrims’ first Thanksgiving lasted three whole days. Ann McGovern’s simple text introduces children to the struggles of the Pilgrims during their first year at Plymouth Colony and the events leading to the historic occasion we celebrate today.

Let’s Celebrate God’s Blessings on Thanksgiving, Standard Publishing Staff Discover how holiday celebrations can help you develop your child’s Christian faith. Beginning with familiar customs and traditions, this book makes the connection between the first Thanksgiving and our modern celebration — showing God at the center of both.

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principles. Child care is available. Details: Skye Engel (407-834-3158)

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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 MEMBERSHIP OPPORTUNITY BELONG STUDY

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 a four-week Belong study (watch the Northland News for future dates).

• 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 Celebrate Recovery

Fridays, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., Children’s Worship Wing. Gain freedom from life’s hurts, habits and hang-ups over dinner, fellowship and share groups, which include Newcomers 101, Men and Women’s Chemical Dependency, Women’s Co-Dependency, and Parents of Prodigals.

Details: Laurie Jean Harrington (lauriejean2@ bellsouth.net or mmannen@cfl.rr.com)

LW CONQUERING FEAR, ANGER, ANXIETY

Tuesdays, 7:15 p.m., room 4204. Conquer fear, anger and anxiety through biblical

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

dealing with unhealthy habits in the present or painful experiences from the past. Child care is available. Details: Laura Martin (352-205-0868 or lauramartin32778@gmail.com)

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.

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

LW AMEN (A MEETING OF MEN)

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Fridays, noon to 1 p.m., e-mail for location.

Learn how to apply scriptural principles to business through personal discipleship. Details: James Price (james.price@northlandchurch.net)

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)

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 HOPE — Support For Those Struggling

with Fertility issues Last Friday of the month, 7 p.m., Fire Station 21, 681 Seminola Blvd, Casselberry. Support group helping women, men or couples struggling with fertility issues. Share prayer, fellowship, encouragement and discussion as you walk this journey. Space is limited. Registration and details: Debbie (mikedeb540@yahoo.com)

LW Parents of the Prodigals Fridays, 7 to 9 p.m., Children’s Worship Wing. A support group helping parents cope with kids in trouble, in jail, on drugs, etc., and with serious behavioral problems. Child care available. 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.

Details on qualification and assessment: Donna Delzingaro (407-937-1749)

LW UNEMPLOYED MEN SUPPORT GROUP

Tuesdays, 8 to 9 a.m., Student Ministries and Care Center, room 1112. Discuss job searching and tools available while supporting each other and strengthening our spiritual walk on this emotional journey. Details: David Keys (407256-5576 or davidalankeys@gmail.com)

MD Celebrate Recovery Local Chapter

Tuesdays, 7 to 9:30 p.m., Calvary Chapel of the Lakes, 351 Plaza Drive, Tavares. For those

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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)

LW BUSINESSMEN’S FRIDAY LUNCH

LW BUDDY BREAK

Saturday, December 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 25-39) Mondays, 7 to 8:15 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: Carissa Curran (commonground@northlandchurch.net or 407-221-1241)

LW Covering Care Blanket Ministry

Third Thursday of each month, 7 to 8:30 p.m.; or first Saturday of each month, 3 to 4:30 p.m., room 4217. For those who can knit or sew, this group makes blankets for local hospitals and people in need in the community. Details and donations: Nicole Roberts (407-699-8575)

LW Divine Reflection Art Group

Second Thursday of each month, through May, 7 to 9 p.m., 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 FLAG FOOTBALL

Saturdays, through May, 10 a.m., Lyman High School practice fields. Coed. Details: Nathan Naversen (407-701-7577 or nate@ magicwebhosting.com)

LW FAITH AND SCIENCE GROUP

Wednesday, December 2, room 4204. Discuss modern science discovery in light of God’s word.

Details: Kent Cofoid (kent.cofoid@gmail.com)

LW GOLF — links fellowship

• Friday, December 11, 11 a.m., Rock Springs Ridge Golf Club, cost $35 • Friday, December 18, 7:45 a.m., Alaqua Country Club, cost $43 • Saturday December 19, 7:45 a.m., Eastwood Golf Club, cost $32 Linking golfers throughout the world in Christ.

Golf, prizes, guest speakers (food optional — costs extra). Golfers of all skill levels are

welcome. Details and reservations: Parks Reinhardt (407-880-9932 or linksfellowship@ cfl.rr.com)

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Mentoring Ministry informational meeting for Single Moms of Middle School Sons Saturday, December 5, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., room 4213. Learn about connecting your son with a mentor, speak with the leaders and meet some men that are currently volunteering. Details and RSVP: Shaylynn Stoner (shaylynn.stoner@northlandchurch.net or 407-949-7194)

LW Moms4moms

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

• Once a month, Mondays, 9 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 (407-249-0435) • Walk through Bethlehem December 5, 4:45 p.m. for dinner, call for departure location. Enjoy Christmas carols and walk through a living interpretation of the city of Bethlehem as it once was when Christ was born. Dress appropriately as it is partially outside. If it’s cold feel free to drive your cars to this event. Details: Lori Cooper (407-249-0435)

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 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 TENNIS

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

LW WORD WEAVERS

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

MD MEN’S BIBLE FELLOWSHIP Tuesdays, 6:30 to 7:45 a.m., rooms 2-3.

Motto: Men with a mission. Details: Richie

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Kluesener (407-221-4517 or rk@goldinart. com) or Bill Chapman (352-434-4116 or bill. chapman@northlandchurch.net)

OV Building Your Marriage (Couples)

Sundays, 6 p.m., Cluxton home, Champman Lakes subdivision, Oviedo. Details: Brad Cluxton (bcluxton@gmail.com or 407-474-0034)

OV Building Your Marriage (Couples) Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m., Welday home, Oviedo.

Work together to have a stronger, more loving and vibrant relationship with your spouse. Details: Amanda Hartley (407-222-7374 or amanda. hartley@northlandchurch.net) 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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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 (407-796-4705)

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)

BAPTISMS LW ADULT BAPTISMS

LW Third Verse

Second and fourth Wednesdays, 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 (407-796-4705)

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)

ADULT BIBLE STUDIES LW Alpha Course

- Is There More to Life than This?

Sundays, through December 13, 4 to 5:45 p.m., rooms 4206-7. This week’s topic: How can I be sure of my faith? Why and how do I Pray?.

Ask and discover answers to essential questions of life and get a practical introduction to the Christian faith. Registration $10 per individual or $15 for two! Child care by reservation.

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

LW 1 Peter

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

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Sundays, 9 a.m., room 4213. Led by Dr. Dan Lacich. Details: Jamila Millette (jamila. millette@northlandchurch.net or 407-937-1832)

LW Philippians

Sundays, 10:45 a.m., room 4213, 15. 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)

MD Adult Bible Fellowship Sundays, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., conference room. Join this ongoing Bible study on the Gospel of John. Child care is available. Details: Larry Martin (352-394-5870)

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

ADULTS LW Answers to Prayer

Sundays, 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. This is an ongoing class, join any time. Details: Mickey and Cindy Mallin (407-322-6101)

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 407-949-4002)

Sunday, December 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)

MD Tavares Home Study Group Mondays, 7 p.m., alternating between Bailey home and Martin home. Meet for prayer and to discuss Pastor Joel’s recent sermons.

Details: Laura Martin (352-394-5870 or lauramartin32778@gmail.com)

MEN’S BIBLE STUDIES

Facilitators are needed to work alongside the DivorceCare ministry. Learn to help those who are currently experiencing the pain of divorce find healing. Details: Elaine Harland (407-9494002 or elaine.harland@northlandchurch.net)

LW CHILD BAPTISMS

LW ISAIAH

LW LEARN TO SPEAK CHINESE

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, January 16, 7 p.m., rooms 4206-7. Child care is available upon request. Details: Diane Jones (407-9497188 or diane.jones@northlandchurch.net)

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)

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The Quest for Authentic Manhood Saturdays, 7:15 a.m., NOCC. Study focuses on a man’s core identity and helps men embrace a biblical definition of manhood. Details: Lawrence Wachter (407-430-2835 or lawrence. wachter@gmail.com)

WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDIES 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 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)

LW DIVORCECARE FACILITATORS TRAINING

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 Stepfamilies Class

Sundays, through December 13, 9 a.m., room 4210. Discover biblical methods and practical tools for nurturing stepfamilies and providing hope and skills for conquering the challenges of stepfamily life and interaction. Details and registration: Doug Hubbard (407-695-5100 or doughubbard@gmail.com)

OV Fireproof Your Marriage Mondays, 7 p.m., Wiest home, Oviedo.

Details: Paul and Pam Wiest (407-977-5295 or wiestpj@earthlink.net)

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CHILDREN 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: January 24 to February 14. Focus: Salvation and assurance.

Includes Communion instruction.

• STEP 2—THE MOST IMPORTANT THING: January 24 to February 28. 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: April 11 to May 23. Focus: To develop skills in exploring the Bible.

MEN LW FAITHFUL AND TRUE

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

LW Winning at Work and Home Thursdays, 6:30 to 8 a.m., Student Ministries and Care Center, Fellowship Hall. This 8-week study by Dr. Robert Lewis of Men’s Fraternity explores how men can enjoy and engage in work and relate at home. Details: Tom Horvath (Tom@ tomhorvath.com) OV Men’s Fraternity Group (Years 1, 2, 3) Tuesdays, 6:30 a.m., NOCC. Includes three one-year-long studies beginning with The Quest for Authentic Manhood, followed by Winning at Work and Home and ending with The Great Adventure. Studies provide men with an encouraging process that teaches them how to live lives of authentic manhood as modeled

by Jesus Christ and directed by the Word of God. Details: Jeremy Jobson (jeremy.jobson@ northlandchurch.net or 407-929-3053) WO MEN IN THE WORD Saturdays, 8 a.m., House Blend Cafe. Read through Frances Chan’s book Crazy Love. Details: Jerry Murphy (407-522-1672 or jerry.murphy@ ieee.org)

WOMEN 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 (available at Northland’s bookstore).

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)

LW Women’s Healing Ministry

Wednesdays, 7 to 8:30 p.m., room 1111. 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,

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and lies of secrecy which keep you in bondage.

Details and registration: Vicki M. Wotring (520631-0886 or celebratelife3@aol.com)

OV Life’s Healing Choices

Mondays, 7 p.m., home of Laurie Jean Harrington. Offers freedom from hurts, hang-ups and habits through eight healing choices that promise true happiness and life transformation. Using the Beatitudes of Jesus as a foundation, this class was developed by Senior Pastor Rick Warren and Pastor John Baker of Saddleback Church. Details: Laurie Jean Harrington (lauriejean2@bellsouth.net or 407-977-6742)

OV What’s So Amazing About Grace

Fridays, 9:30 a.m., NOCC. An insightful exploration of grace, the most powerful force in the universe and our only hope for love and forgiveness. Details: Linda McGrath (lmcgr2033@ cfl.rr.com or 407-497-6540).

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Serve your local community

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

LOCAL SERVICE PROJECTS For a project list and registration, visit www. northlandchurch.net. More info on page 6.

Details: Vanessa Puleo (vanessa.puleo@ northlandchurch.net or 407-949-7156)

LW ACCESS MINISTRIES STEERING COMMITTEE

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, December 5, 4:30 to to 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, December 6, 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.; Monday, December 7, 6:15 to 9:15 p.m. Give blood and save lives! Details: Susan Cholewa (susan.cholewa@ northlandchurch.net)

LW CELEBRATE RECOVERY MUSICIANS

Opportunities to serve. 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 communion servers

Communion servers are needed the first weekend of each month. Several are needed for the Christmas services. Training provided.

Details: Jan Stenstrom (407-937-0567 or communion@northlandchurch.net)

LW MEDICAL FIRST RESPONDERS

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)

LW phone VolunteerS

Weekday volunteers are needed at Northland at Longwood to answer phones and greet visitors.

Flexible hours. Details: Kevin Donaghy (407-9371831 or kevin.donaghy@northlandchurch.net)

LW SPECIAL NEEDS CHILDREN AND TEENS

Sundays, assist during the 11 a.m. worship service. Details: Laura Lee Wright (407-9370549 or lauralee.wright@northlandchurch.net)

LW Ushers and greeters Greet and seat those attending worship services. Serve for two and a half hours every other weekend. No experience necessary.

Details: Susan Cholewa (susan.cholewa@ northlandchurch.net or 407-937-0544)

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 RECOVERY MINISTRY

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)

MD VOLUNTEER AT THE CARPENTER’S HOUSE FOR CHILDREN This center in Lake County is home to 16 abandoned, displaced and medically needy children, ranging in age from 2 to 19 years. There are many opportunities for involvement. Details: Ann South (south4@comcast.net or 352-267-3388) or www.thecarpentershouseoflakecounty.com OV GOOD SAMARITAN Serve someone in need in your community through meal deliveries. Details: Maggie Jobson (mjobson@cfl.rr.com) 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)

Find other ways to serve in your community at northlandchurch.net/ blogs.

LW COVERING CARE BLANKET

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)

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HELP WOMEN TRANSITIONING FROM JAIL to Community Christian women are needed to befriend and support other Christian women who have decided to follow Christ and start a new life. Various opportunities to minister are available. Details: Linda Moedinger (jhvolunteer@gmail.com)

LW HELP INCARCERATED MAN

Man needed to come alongside an incarcerated man. No experience necessary. Minimum commitment: one hour per week. Details: Greg Kerr (407-770-8503 or gpkerr@mindspring.com)

LW JAIL MINISTRY

Minister to inmates in Seminole County or Orange County jails during Sunday 9 a.m. worship; Celebrate Recovery for women, Thursday afternoons; Assist women with long-term planning; Prayer team; Pen pals. Training provided.

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

LW LONGWOOD HEALTH CARE CENTER

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)

for the most current info on resources. Details: HSN (407-893-0133 or www.hsncfl.org) JMJ Life Center The JMJ Life Center, a crisis pregnancy center, has recently moved to an office near UCF, 3403 Technological Ave., Suite 12, Orlando.

Details: Bill Cekala (407-620-9758 or www. jmjlifecenter.org)

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)

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, through May 5, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., Community United Methodist on 1792, Casselberry. Study: The Divided Kingdom (1 & 2 Kings and Minor Prophets). Child care available. Details: Sandi McLaughlin (407-3424765 or sandimclaughlin@yahoo.com)

First Saturday of each month, 3 to 4:30 p.m. or third Thursday of each month, 7 to 8:30 p.m., room 4217. Work on baby caps and blankets for distribution in local communities.

Details: Nicole Roberts (407-699-8575 or mamaquad@earthlink.net)

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Opportunities and classes in the greater Orlando community.

ADULTS ABORTION RECOVERY Bible study for post-abortive men or women that meets in a confidential, supportive setting.

Details: Reveille Ministries (407-333-0404) 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.

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

Confidence In Crisis Thursdays, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., Panera Bread in Winter Springs (in the Publix plaza at Tuskawilla and Red Bug Lake roads).

Designed for women experiencing marital crisis with separation and/or divorce. Offering encouragement through prayer, discussion and general upliftment. Details: Sandy Isaacs (407272-7522 or sandylisaacs@yahoo.com) MOPS (MOTHERS OF PRESCHOOLERS) First and third Tuesday of each month, 10 a.m., east/central Orlando. Meet other moms and get refreshed. Details: Jackie Howe (407281-9276 or congagirl@earthlink.net) ON THE THRESHOLD OF HOPE Wednesdays, 5:50 p.m. to 7 p.m., The Parlor at Reformed Theological Seminary. Study this book by Diane Mandt Langberg, Ph. D., on opening the door to healing for survivors of sexual abuse. Details: Olivia Litwiller or Becky Valentine (407-949-4000, ext. 1789 or 1740) 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

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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 Sharing Center, Fairmont Plaza, 600 N. Highway 1792, Longwood (407-260-9155).

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AUTOMOBILE NEEDED by Northland’s Service Department to provide transportation for visiting guests and missionaries.

Details: Sarah Mattingly (sarah.mattingly@ northlandchurch.net or 407-949-7170)

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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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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)

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Thankful for YOU! Continued from page 4.

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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)

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Overjoyed does not begin to express how I feel when thinking of more than 1,600 Northlanders who have put on blue “Serve Team” T-shirts and entered the community this year. What an amazing show of God’s love through action. Thank you for giving your talents, time and love to so many!

Vanessa Puleo, Coordinator, Local Serving Projects

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Every day of the week, folks walk through our doors looking for help, needing Jesus. Our extremely dedicated ministers on duty listen to, pray with and equip so many more people than we as a full-time staff ever could. You are invaluable in serving our congregation and the community at large. Thank you for giving so much of yourselves to advance God’s Kingdom.

Scotty Alderman, Pastoral Care Coordinator

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)

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) 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)

Looking for local job listings? You can find them at northlandchurch.net/blogs.

FINANCIAL REPORT

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As of NOVEMBER 16, 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 $1,662,871 $10,991,060

Received $245,930 $1,571,049 $10,253,979 Surplus / (Deficit) $8,377 ($91,822) ($737,081) *

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

BUILDING FUND

This Week This Quarter This Year

Need $35,298 $247,086 $1,698,393

Received $23,720 $179,291 $1,374,493 Surplus / (Deficit) ($11,578) ($67,795) ($323,900) LOAN BALANCE is currently $19,527,500 ...............................................................................................................

ATTENDANCE for weekend of November 14 to 16, 2009 Northland at Longwood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6,974 Northland at Mount Dora . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247 Northland at Oviedo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 340 Northland at West Oaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 Northland Webstream . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1,679 at 1,003 sites Total . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9,377 at 1,007 sites

I don’t know how we would be able to get it all done each and every week without our faithful finance volunteers!

Twila Roberts, Director of Finance To the many areas that serve pastoral services ... Our marriage prep leaders and mentor couples are making a difference in the lives of engaged couples at Northland and in our community. Thank you for all the love you share so faithfully and for all the time you give unselfishly. Thank you volunteer funeral coordinators, for the ways you serve families going through difficult times. Your heart for others is truly a gift from the Lord. Thanks to the adult baptism volunteer teams that open their homes and share the occasion with us through incredible photography. Your commitment to His people is such a blessing. You are very much appreciated. Our volunteer wedding coordinators give special attention to all the details for our brides and grooms on their special day. It’s such a blessing to see the ways you touch the lives of others with the love of Jesus.

Sharon Ferreira, Coordinator of Pastoral Services We are so thankful for all of our volunteers who help children know who God is and what He has done. Your service is providing an amazing gift to children around the globe. May God bless each and every one of you. Thank you!

Melinda Rutland and the Children’s Curriculum Team To our Buddy Break volunteers who provide a day off to moms and dads with special needs kids ... a huge thank you for giving up your Saturdays to give our VIPs such wonderful memories! You all have gone the extra mile, month in and month out! Our parents and caregivers are always blessed by your treatment of their VIPs! To our Access Ministries volunteers ... thank you for ensuring our children with special needs have access to the Gospel! The many gifts each of you bring to the classroom are truly remarkable! You are inspiring! To the deaf ministry team ... thank you for sharing your skills. Thanks so much to you all for your ongoing dedication!

Laura Lee Wright, Access Ministries Team Leader We are so thankful for the volunteer security and parking teams. Without them we would miss the opportunities to watch over and protect His people as well as have the chance to steward His property and possessions. Thank you for your faithfulness in serving God’s Kingdom. You are making a difference!

James Li, Director of Security Thank you so much to all our adult and student volunteers in student ministries who serve at LUGRox, O2, ABS, college ministry, retreats, camps and Distributed Journeys. Your godly influence in the lives of students is amazing. You provide an environment of love and grace that draws students to Jesus. We are constantly amazed at the diversity of students we are able to connect with and reach throughout the community and around the world because of your involvement and investment in Northland’s Student Ministries. We could not continue to carry out the mission and vision of the church without you. We are humbled and inspired by your dedication and sacrifice to care for and disciple these students, that they will grow and mature into “Doulos” students. We are excited to partner and serve alongside you, as we see God work in and through you for His honor and glory. Rock on, and continue to persevere ... your efforts are deeply appreciated!

Rudy Tamez and Northland’s Student Ministries I am so thankful for the photographers who volunteer for the Northland News. Being a church distributed means sending photographers all over the place for all sorts of things to capture the church in action. And what an eager group we have. They are so dedicated and talented at what they do. They say a picture says a thousand words, and their photos say how much they love the Lord and being a part of serving their brothers and sisters in Christ.

Dede Caruso, Northland News Coordinator Thank you to the hundreds of people in the Northland family who are dedicated prayer warriors. Your faithful efforts, on behalf of this congregation and others, bless us all.

Becky Hunter (a.k.a. Joel’s wife) To our crew of handymen who paint, build and repair, helping us to maintain and improve our facilities ... we say thank you and appreciate how you bless us with your efforts.

Bud Abt, Maintenance Supervisor, Facilities

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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.

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 Pastoral Care Scotty Alderman, Pastoral Care Coordinator . . . . . 407-949-4035 Elaine Harland, Care Ministries Coordinator . . . . . 407-949-4402 Worship Services Ruth Sapp, Congregational Services Director . . . . . 407-949-4039 Susan Cholewa, Site Coordinator . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-937-0544 Kathy Campbell, Deaf Ministry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-328-4785

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 Mike Grindstaff, Small Group and Bible Study Connections Lay Leader . . . . . . . . . 917-716-1362 or mgrindstaff@topps.com Josh Smith, Set Up/Tear down . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-739-8602 JoshuaMSmith1@yahoo.com Kathy Franz, Boys Town Liaison . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-415-7678 Prayer — For prayer requests or to join the Oviedo prayer team contact Amanda Hartley (amanda.hartley@northlandchurch.net) Good Samaritan Ministry — Help someone who really needs it, right now! Sign-up and details: Maggie Jobson (mjobson@cfl.rr.com) Be in the Know — Get on the e-mail list for ongoing events and information. Details: Amanda Hartley (amanda.hartley@ northlandchurch.net)

WEST OAKS SITE St. Pauls Presbyterian Church 9600 W. Colonial Drive, Ocoee, FL 34761 St. Pauls Presbyterian Church is located across from the West Oaks mall. The entrance is off Citrus Oaks Avenue.

West Oaks Blog Website . . . . . . . . westoaks.northlandchurch.net

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 Tanya Carpenter, Children’s Ministries . . . . . . . . . 352-735-3832 tcarpenter@cfl.rr.com Prayer Kitty Merritt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 352-589-1770 Christina Ferrito-Dugan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 352-735-1974 Marilyn Faber . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 352-357-0983 Ann South, Carpenter’s House for Children . . . . . . 352-267-3388 south4@comcast.net Laura Martin, Celebrate Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . 352-205-0868 lauramartin32778@gmail.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)

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 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: Pastor Adrian de Visser

Adrian de Visser is the founding pastor of Kithu Sevana, A Church Distributed near Colombo, the capital city of Sri Lanka. Kithu Sevana, which means “in the shadow of the cross,” is the hub for 10 partnering churches and more than 60 ministries, with several thousand members, most first-generation followers of Christ, in many locations across the country. Adrian and his wife, Ophelia, are actively engaged in discipleship training with a new generation of church planters that seek to start 5,000 churches in Sri Lanka in the next 10 years. The de Vissers also are caring for orphans and widows in a holistic ministry both at their church and their camp that is outside of Colombo. Adrian is a pioneer thinker related to Asian theology and ministering to the poor of Asia.

Prior to his visionary leadership as senior pastor, Adrian was on the staff of Youth for Christ, where he was saved as a teenager. Adrian is also active with Asian Access as vice president of development and the Lausanne movement as director of Thilini, Prashan, Adrian and Ophelia de Visser. evangelism for Southern Asia. Adrian completed his Master of Divinity at Columbia International University. He has written the first book published in the Sinhalese language on healing from emotional pain.

Ophelia manages many of the widow and orphan ministries in Sri Lanka. She and Adrian have two children. Prashan, their oldest, recently graduated from Gordon College in Massachusetts. Prashan, who recently moved back to Sri Lanka, is seeking to build a reconciliation movement across Sri Lanka starting with young people from all backgrounds to unify the country. Thilini, their second child, just started her sophomore year at Biola University in California. She hopes to major in psychology and to go back to Sri Lanka and provide counseling for many of the hurting widows and orphans. >>> TO READ MORE ABOUT NORTHLAND’S GLOBAL PARTNERS, VISIT www.northlandchurch.net/partners.

THIS WEEKEND’S MESSAGE:

Built Together Scripture focus:

Acts 1:8 (NASB)

Worship focus:

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“You will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be My witnesses both in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and even to the remotest part of the earth.”

Worship Christ today as the Cornerstone, the Foundation of the church.

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Notes:

Jesus, we come to You today because You are the image of the invisible God, the firstborn over all creation. By You all things were created: things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or powers or rulers or authorities; all things were created by You and for You. You are before all things, and in You all things hold together. You are the head of the body, the church. (Colossians 1:15-18)

NEXT WEEKEND: Dr. Joel C. Hunter | THE GIFT OF PRESENCE — ADVENT week 1 | The Un-Burning Bush; The Moving Star | Exodus 3:1-6; Matthew 2:7-9

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