Northland News Vol 11/Iss 39

NORTHLAND, A CHURCH DISTRIBUTED

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SEPTEMBER 25 – OCTOBER 2, 2010

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VOLUME 11, ISSUE 39

Jesus Christ came to tell men

that they have no enemies but themselves.

– Blaise Pascal (1623-1662)

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What’s Happening This Week?

LONGWOOD SITE Saturday, SEPTEMBER 25

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

Prayer Meeting Lose It for Life (cc) Worship (cc) Infant/Walker – K’s Grades 1–5

MOUNT DORA SITE Prayer Room 4209 SANCTUARY ECW CWW

SUNday, SEPTEMBER 26

7:30 am 8:30 am 9:00 am 9:00 am 9:00 am 9:00 am 10:45 am 10:45 am 10:45 am 10:45 am 11:00 am 11:00 am 11:00 am 11:00 am 11:00 am 2:00 pm 4:00 pm 4:00 pm 4:00 pm 4:00 pm 5:30 pm 6:00 pm 6:00 pm 6:00 pm 7:30 pm

Prayer Meeting (cc) Prayer Room Marriage Prep The Rink/SMCC Worship* (cc) (hi) (sp) SANCTUARY Infant/Walker – K’s ECW Grades 1–5 CWW PeaceSeekers (cc) 4209 Corinthians Study 4206-7 Transformers (cc) 1116-18/SMCC Financial Peace University 4210 Firm Foundations Study (Middle School) F.Hall/SMCC Worship* (cc) (sp) SANCTUARY Infant/Walker – K’s ECW Grades 1–5 CWW Special Needs Class CWW Belong Study (cc) 4209 Grade School Baptism 5100/CWW Access Adult Ministry 4204 Young Believers Step 1 5108-9/CWW Parenting-The Early Years (cc) 4213-15 Single Purpose 4209-10 Alpha Course 4206-7 Worship (cc) SANCTUARY Infant/Walker – K’s ECW Grades 1–5 CWW Fusion College Ministry F.Hall/SMCC

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 27

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

Beth Moore Study (cc) Precepts—Revelation, Part 4 (cc) GriefShare Common Ground (cc) Worship (cc) Infant/Walker – K’s Grades 1–5 Faithful and True Men’s Group

The Rink/SMCC 4209-10 4206-7 The Rink/SMCC SANCTUARY ECW CWW F.Hall/SMCC

TUESday, SEPTEMBER 28

6:45 am 2:00 pm 6:30 pm 6:45 pm 7:00 pm 7:00 pm 7:00 pm 7:00 pm 7:15 pm

Men’s Bible Study 1118/SMCC Divine Reflections Art Group 4208 Beth Moore Bible Study (cc) The Rink/SMCC DivorceCare 4206-7 Crown Bible Study (cc) 4205 AMEN (cc) 5108-9/CWW Military Wives & Mothers Group (cc) Nature’s Table Café Creation—Healthy 100 (cc) F.Hall/SMCC Conquering Fear, Anger and Anxiety (cc) 4204

WEDNEsday, SEPTEMBER 29 6:30 pm 7:00 pm

i-3 Youth Group (High School) Women’s Healing and Recovery

THURsday, SEPTEMBER 30

6:30 am 6:30 am 6:30 am 7:00 pm 7:00 pm 7:00 pm 7:00 pm 7:00 pm

Men’s Fraternity Group (Semester 1) Women’s Prayer Men’s Bible Study I Love You More Marriage Class (cc) Marriage Built to Last (cc) Precepts—1 Corinthians (cc) Financial Peace University (cc) His Way (cc)

Friday, OctoBER 1

7:00 pm 7:00 pm 8:00 pm

Celebrate Recovery (cc) Lot 9 (High School) Young Adult Coffee Talk

Saturday, OctoBER 2

8:30 am 3:00 pm 4:00 pm 4:45 pm 5:00 pm 5:00 pm 5:00 pm 6:30 pm

Sharing Life Stories Blanket Ministry Prayer Meeting Lose It for Life (cc) Worship (cc) Infant/Walker – K’s Grades 1–5 LUGRox Youth Group (Middle School)

*Concurrent worship with other sites (cc) Child care available (hi) Hearing-impaired interpretation (sp) Spanish interpretation

The Rink/SMCC 1111/SMCC 1111/SMCC 1116/SMCC 1118/SMCC 4213-17 4206-7 4209-10 5100/CWW F.Hall/SMCC 5100/CWW The Rink/SMCC 1116-18/SMCC 4206-7 Lobby Prayer Room 4209 SANCTUARY ECW CWW The Rink/SMCC

SUNday, SEPTEMBER 26

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

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

TUESday, SEPTEMBER 28

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

Men’s Bible Fellowship Women’s Bible Study Celebrate Recovery (cc)

WEDNEsday, SEPTEMBER 29

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

Women’s Bible Study CREW352 Prayer Group

Sanctuary Room 15 Room 15 Room 1 Rooms 2 Youth Room Sanctuary Room 15 Room 15 Room 1 Rooms 2

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

Visit our website for more info.

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Youth Room Fera Home Calvary Chapel Youth Room Sanctuary Youth Room

OVIEDO SITE SUNday, SEPTEMBER 26

9:00 am Worship* (cc) 9:00 am Infants 9:00 am Classes for 2’s - 3’s 9:00 am Classes for 4’s - K’s 11:00 am Worship* (cc) 11:00 am Infants 11:00 am Classes for 2’s - 3’s 11:00 am Classes for 4’s - K’s 11:00 am Grade School 11:00 am AXIS: High School Ministry Brunch 11:00 am AXIS: Evolve (Middle School) 4:00 pm Secret Church Bible Study 6:00 pm Secret Church Bible Study 6:00 pm Secret Church Bible Study 6:00 pm AXIS: Immerse (Middle School) 7:00 pm Secret Church Bible Study

Monday, September 27

7:00 pm 7:00 pm 7:00 pm

Secret Church Bible Study Secret Church Bible Study Secret Church Bible Study

Tuesday, SEPTEMBER 28

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

Men’s Gathering Secret Church Bible Study Secret Church Bible Study Secret Church Bible Study Secret Church Bible Study

Thursday, September 30

11:00 am 6:30 pm 7:00 pm 8:00 pm

Secret Church Bible Study Secret Church Bible Study Secret Church Bible Study Secret Church Bible Study

Friday, October 1 6:00 pm

Secret Church Marathon

Saturday, OctoBER 2

7:15 am 6:00 pm

Men’s Small Group Secret Church Bible Study

Auditorium 9-109 9-107 9-105 Auditorium 9-109 9-107 9-105 8-107 Hallway Hallway McCoy Home Cluxton Home McGrath Home NOCC Zielke Home Harrington Home Cox Home Burns Home NOCC Welday Home Strohecker Home Brown Home Mikesell Home Nasby Home Cintron Home Tinsley Home Jobson Home NOCC NOCC Davis Home

WEST OAKS SITE SUNday, SEPTEMBER 26 9:00 am

Worship* (cc)

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 29 9:30 am

Women’s Bible Study

Saturday, OctoBER 2 8:00 am

Men in the Word

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: florida

marco island church Saturdays, 5 p.m.

Join us for fellowship and supper afterward.

685 N. Barfield Drive, Marco Island Details: Sam (407-310-1719) PONCE INLET Sundays, 9 a.m.

Harbour Village CSA Bldg.

4622 Links Village Drive, Ponce Inlet Details: Joe Leonardo (386-236-8871) VEnice Sundays, 6 p.m.

Join us at 5 p.m. for supper.

Burth home, 1556 Quail Lake Drive, Venice Details: Ron and Marcy Burth (941-493-6965) VERO BEACH Saturdays, 5 p.m.

Vero Beach/Sebastian area. Call for exact location.

Details: Dennis and Cindy Heinz (772-538-5707 or heinzfamily57@comcast.net)

NORTH CAROLINA

SALISBURY Sundays, 5:30 p.m.

Klaus home, 200 W. 14th St., Salisbury Details: Laurie and Tim Klaus (704-636-5966 or pianolauriek@yahoo.com)

PRAY FOR the prisoners with whom we worship concurrently: SANCTUARY K-1 FLC Conference Room

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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 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.

Our Mission

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

About God, Northland or anything else

Worship Times

Saturdays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 p.m.

Sundays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9*(hi)(sp), 11 a.m.**(sp); 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 (hi) Hearing-impaired interpretation available (sp) Spanish interpretation available; Traducción simultánea al español Join us for LIVE online worship at

www.northlandchurch.net during any of our worship times!

Spanish interpretation is available in Longwood and online, Sundays at the 9 and 11 a.m. worship services!

Traducción simultánea al español en nuestra sede en Longwood y en linea, durante los servicios de adoracion los domingos a las 9 y 11 a.m.!

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 – Grade 5) Sundays, 11 a.m.

Details and registration: Laura Lee Wright (407-937-0549 or lauralee.wright@northlandchurch.net)

TABLE OF CONTENTS 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . What’s Happening This Week?

3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Welcome / Coming Up 4-5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Spotlight News / Site News 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Serve News 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Student Ministries 8-9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . The BeeHive Worship Guide for Kids 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Equipping News 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . BELONG 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . BELIEVE 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . BECOME 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . BE SENT 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . BEYOND 14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Stewardship 15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Directory 16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sermon Notes

NORTHLAND NEWS

Publish His glorious deeds among the nations. Tell everyone about the amazing things He does. (Psalm 96:3, NLT) Send newspaper correspondence to: newspaper@northlandchurch.net Newspaper Staff Dede Caruso, Coordinator/Production Artist, Media Design Melissa Bogdany, Copy Editor Robert Andrescik, Director of Public Relations Tracy Bardwell, Multimedia Designer, Media Design Newspaper Volunteers Becky Hunter, Editor-at-Large Bob Wegner, Photographer James Ferngren, Photographer Sarah Hall, Photographer Sandra Richards, Photographer Robb Richardson, Photographer

Join us at an Info Kiosk in the foyer!

INFO

Simply look for the locations in the foyer with this icon.

A host will be there to connect with you.

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Welcome to Northland on Sunday Nights! october 3 — Potluck Dinner with Kyiv Symphony Orchestra and Chorus

sean cooper Northland on Sunday Nights Site Minister

Join us after worship service in The Rink as we share a meal together with our family from Ukraine! Bring a main dish, side dish or dessert to share. We will collect them in the foyer on your way into service.

Sign-up sheets will be at all info kiosks, or you can sign up by e-mailing Sarah Mattingly (sarah.mattingly@northlandchurch. net).

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ur aim is to make the weekly Sunday night community a place where relationships are built for the purpose of loving and serving others. Every week participate in worship and hearing God’s Word, then stay afterward for a way to respond together. These are informal ways to gather for a few minutes or as long as you like.

Representatives from Frontline Ministries were there to share what they are doing to spread the Word among the youth of today.

>>> www.facebook.com, Northland on sunday nights

Each week you can view upcoming opportunities through these ways: • Northland News (this section right here!)

• Facebook fan page (www.facebook.com/sundaynights)

UPCOMING WORSHIP RESPONSES: September 26 — Ice Cream Social

Now and then, we like to pull out some tables and chairs and enjoy some tasty ice cream after church. But please bring your favorite ice cream and topping to make this event a success. Join everyone out by the playground after the service and catch up with friends and family.

Ame See from Young Life, a non-denominational Christian ministry that reaches out to adolescents through volunteers. Find out more at their website (www.younglife.org).

Congregants came to hear how they could help youth ministries.

mountdoranews Love Collection Restarts BILL CHAPMAN Northland at Mount Dora Site Minister

“ For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink …”

Mount Dora come in.

Donate to the Love Collection as often as you can. God will use you to bring physical and spiritual food to a needy family in our community. One more thing: in the Matthew 25 passage (verse 40), Jesus reveals that when we feed a hungry person, we are not just benefiting that person; we are actually feeding Christ! So know that your offering is special to the Lord!

For more information on how you can serve Christ through the Northland at Mount Dora Love Collection, connect with Ann South (south4@comcast.net), Diane Brooks (diane.brooks@nljc. com) or Sharlee Hollingsworth (shollingsworth2@cfl.rr.com). >>> www.facebook.com/northlandmountdora

–Matthew 25:35 (NIV)

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n this passage, Jesus teaches us about one of the marks of a follower of Christ, namely that believers are concerned about the practical needs of others. Hunger and thirst are very real conditions in northeastern Lake County today. And Jesus wants to work through our Northland at Mount Dora family to provide very real relief. That is why we are restarting the Mount Dora Love Collection.

You are invited to bring a food item to worship with you on Sunday morning. Our Northland Love Collection team will ensure that your offering is delivered to a local ministry that is feeding the poor. Now through the end of October, we will be donating to Lake Cares, a food bank in the heart of Mount Dora.

Lake Cares already has ministered to thousands of families in northern Lake County and wants to be prepared to care for thousands more. This is where God’s people at Northland at

mount dora love collection

Bring donations to Mount Dora site each week. The months of September and October will benefit Lake Cares Food Pantry in Mount Dora. Food requests: juice, pancake mix, syrup, soups, canned tomatoes, toilet paper, pasta, sauce, cereal, tuna and peanut butter. Details: Ann South (south4@comcast.net), Diane Brooks (diane.brooks@nljc.com) or Sharlee Hollingsworth (shollingsworth2@cfl.rr.com) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Empty Bowls Fall Harvest Soup Supper

Monday, October 18, 5 to 7:30 p.m., Donnelly Park, Mount Dora. Tickets available at the Welcome Center. Cost: $10 donation for soup, bread and water.

All proceeds benefit Lake Cares Food Pantry. Details: Ann South (south4@comcast.net), Diane Brooks (diane.brooks@nljc.com) or Sharlee Hollingsworth (shollingsworth2@cfl.rr.com) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

A volunteer restocks the shelves at the Lake Cares Food Pantry.

Opportunities for students on page 7.

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next weekend!

Secret Church Marathon

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Friday, October 1, 6 p.m., NOCC. If you’re unable to commit to a Secret Church group, here is a chance to cover all four sessions of Secret Church in one evening! Join us for a Secret Church marathon at NOCC. Come learn what makes the Bible worth risking your life for! Details: Jeremy Jobson (oviedo@ northlandchurch.net)

Welcome to Northland at Oviedo!

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JEREMY JOBSON Northland at Oviedo Site Minister

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am Jeremy Jobson, the site minister of Northland at Oviedo, and all of us here who consider this our faith family are so glad you decided to join us this week! Each week we gather here on Sunday to worship God for who He is and what He has done, and then we seek to respond to the call on our lives throughout the rest of the week in the context of Christian community. We do that in many ways, including small groups and Bible studies, as well as classes and prayer meetings. We have lots of fun fellowship gatherings, as well as lots of people actively serving in our community in many ways.

On Sundays, we have a full array of worship and ministry experiences for you and your entire family, from the main worship experience in the auditorium to all the options for your kids: nursery, early childhood, grade school, middle school and high school! Your kids will be loved, taught about God and challenged to bring glory to His name in their lives … and we hope each of you are too!

Each week there are lots of easy ways to stay connected.

Check out this page in the newspaper, especially the columns on the right with stuff happening right now; pick up the Monthor Week-at-a-Glance fliers available every Sunday with your paper; check out our Northland website (www.northlandchurch. net/locations/Oviedo); or check out our vibrant and active Facebook Page (facebook.com/northlandoviedo), where you

can find our most up-to-date fliers and media, plus many people post pictures, thoughts, prayers and more for one another. The best part: You do not have to join Facebook to view all this useful stuff!

If you are new, be sure to say hi to someone on our team.

If you are already a part of our regular faith family, hello! We really appreciate each and every one of you and want to be sure we are not only serving you well, but, more importantly, challenging you to live for the glory of God! We know that best happens for all of us in the context of relationships, not moments passing one another by. So get connected! Join a small group or neighborhood gathering, serve on Sundays or in the community, come out to a fellowship or prayer event, or just simply say hi to the person next to you right now, and maybe even ask that person to pray with or for you! Our hope is that no one will ever come in and leave here alone, unconnected or unsure about what’s next! As we say around here, “Be a part of it with us.”

“ Therefore, since we are receiving a kingdom that cannot be shaken, let us be thankful, and so worship God acceptably with reverence and awe.”

–Hebrews 12:28 (NIV)

>>> www.facebook.com/northlandoviedo

Greeting Card Ministry

Thursday, October 21, 9:30 a.m. or 7 p.m., Susie Brown’s home, Oviedo. No craft skills needed.

Cost: $5 per person for five cards (four for ministry and one for you). Details and RSVP by October 19: Michelle Smith (407-718-5510 or michelle.smith@ northlandchurch.net) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Father-Daughter Campout

Saturday, November 6 through late Sunday morning, November 7, 2656 Mt. Royal Place, Chuluota. (Spending the night is optional, but encouraged.) Fathers, bring your daughters age 4 and up for a fun camping experience! Your daughter can look forward to a cookout, bonfire, pony rides, swimming (if warm enough) and many other fun activities! Cost: $15 per family. Sign-up and details: John Nasby (407-574-2617 or jnasby@bellsouth.net) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Prayer Services

First Wednesday each month, 7:30 p.m., NOCC. You are invited to come spend an hour in focused prayer for our Northland body, our Oviedo community, our nation and our world. Child care is not available.

Details: Cyndi Lott (oviedo@northlandchurch.net) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Opportunities for students on page 7.

aroundnorthland Come to the Water

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our people were baptized recently at the home of Ken and Diane Watkins, with Pastor Gus Davies officiating. You, too, may be baptized by immersion or sprinkling as a public profession of your personal faith and trust in Jesus Christ as the Lord and Savior of your life (Matthew 28:19). The next baptism is Sunday, October 10. See page 11 for details.

Bryan Cultice

Camden Cultice

Sequoya Lovitt

Gladimir Silva

And this water symbolizes baptism that now saves you also — not the removal of dirt from the body but the pledge of a good conscience toward God. It saves you by the resurrection of Jesus Christ.

–1 Peter 3:21 (NIV)

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LifeService

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Fun at Local Serve Day

Get Involved With the Disaster Response Team

Join us next time: October 23.

Prepare loved ones for disaster as part of National Preparedness Month.

BY GRETCHEN KERR Director of Life Crossroads

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ince the initial Disaster Response (DR) team volunteer kickoff event, held in August 2009, the Northland Disaster Response team has grown to more than 650 members registered for one or more of the specialty areas. The skill set represented is remarkable, and work experiences from every walk of life combine to produce a well-rounded team.

Each member has completed various levels of training. Our goal is to provide opportunities for service at all levels, from local engagement, where you can receive on-the-job training, to national and international response, requiring more specific certifications.

September is National Preparedness Month, and we want to encourage those who are not part of our response teams to prepare as well. Please prepare your families, children, pets, businesses, coworkers, neighbors and anyone with special needs for disaster. The key steps are to: get a kit, make a plan, be informed and get involved. You can find detailed information for each step at www.ready.gov.

Northland has many volunteers involved, and during the past year, DR team members have willingly and steadfastly trained and served both local and national communities. Although much has been done, much remains to be done. Here are a few ways you can connect: • The Northland Disaster Response Team Executive Leadership Committee, made up of congregation members with extensive emergency management/ response training, education and experience in USAR, disaster recovery and response, hospitality, and the

human resources and legal fields, is ready to provide new and exciting direction to the DR team managers (team leaders) of each discipline (community) using best practices and FEMA models for planning, organizing, training and empowering each and every team member so that we can better serve those in need during times of disaster. Contact us if you are interested in serving on the Leadership Committee.

• The mobile kitchen team is planning multiple outreach activities through the end of the year. If you are interested in serving here, review the Disaster Response page on the Northland website (www.northlandchurch.net), and join the team. No particular skills are necessary; we will provide on-the-job training.

• The mobile medical unit has arrived at Northland, and a medical team has been working together on the requirements, equipment needs and supplies necessary to mobilize the unit into the community. If you are interested in helping with the equipment list, contact us.

• Volunteer DR team managers are needed to provide leadership on the Community, Minor Repairs and Construction (new), and Away Assessment (new) disciplines. Co-leadership opportunities exist on all teams.

Do you have what it takes to be a disaster response leader?

Find out at an informational meeting October 13 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in rooms 4209-10 at Northland at Longwood. Here you’ll learn all about the leadership positions available and the commitment required for each team designation. We’re looking to build a team made up of congregation members who will receive extensive training in disaster recovery and response.

Help provide new and exciting direction to this ministry, which serves those in need during times of disaster. To register, visit the Disaster Response page on the Northland website (www. northlandchurch.net) or contact Gretchen Kerr (407-949-7190 or gretchen.kerr@northlandchurch.net).

BY dana kobosky Director of Life Service

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ast Saturday, Northlanders were distributed throughout Central Florida as part of our Local Serve Day. Groups volunteered to serve at The Sharing Center, Harvest Time International, HOPE Foundation and Florida Hospital for Children. In just three hours, people were able to make a huge impact in people’s lives and the local community!

Do you want to be a part of expanding God’s Kingdom here on earth through service? Sign up and serve at the next Local Serve Day, on Saturday, October 23! Visit www. northlandchurch.net/ministries/local_serving to sign up and find out more about opportunities to serve in the community.

Sign up and join us at The Rink on Saturday morning, October 23.

Strong arms, legs and backs are needed sometimes. Sign up today!

Upcoming Serve Team Projects September 30 . . . . . . . . . . Homeless Ministry, downtown OCTOBER 16 . . . . . . . . . Give Kids the World, serve dinner OCTOBER 22 . . . . . . . . . . . . Northland Family Fall Festival OCTOBER 23 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Local Serve Day October 29-november 6 . . . . . . . . . World Vision Exhibit

Do not forget to include the safety of your pet when developing your emergency preparedness plan.

Families signing the “promise to get prepared” commitment.

To register for or to find out more about these and other projects, visit Northland’s website (www.northlandchurch. net/serve/local/). Details: Dana Kobosky (407-949-7156 or dana.kobosky@northlandchurch.net)

Connect on Facebook!

Above: Mobile Kitchen Team Leaders.

Left: K-9 Search and Rescue team dog.

Northland’s Life Service is now on Facebook.

View pictures from recent events, and find out about opportunities to serve locally and at Northland on our Facebook page! Just search for Northland Serve!

Lw = Northland at LONGWOOD MD = Northland at Mount dora OV = Northland at Oviedo

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Activating StudentS to Make Kingdom Noise.

What is Making Kingdom Noise?

It’s the Love of Jesus in Action.

James Li, Director Welcome to the 2010-11 Student Ministries school year!

Brian Katauskas, High School Minister Love in action. That’s what we’re about.

Let’s continue it this fall!

Addie Cooper, Program Assistant Get ready for some crazy retreat stuff!

Tweet me your favorite shirt design thus far.

Rudy Tamez, Middle School Minister Let’s partner together to activate this generation to be the church.

Shaylynn Stoner, Administrative Assistant Looking forward to a year of assisting the Student Ministries teams, students and parents.

Lauren Roberts, Coordinator Hey, I’m super pumped to rock out this school year with you!

Jenny Shaw, Worship Coordinator Can’t wait to see what God has in store for us this next semester as we worship and serve together!

Erica Emler, Oviedo Student Ministries Coordinator I’m excited to see how God continues to develop you into followers of Him!

Middle School Ministry

To register for any of these activities and for more detailed information, visit www.northlandchurch.net/ main/ministries/middle_school_ministries/.

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

LW LUGRox (Living Under Grace Rocks!)

Youth Group

NO LUGROX SEPTEMBER 25 Saturdays, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., The Rink, Student Ministries and Care Center. Free to attend; optional $3 dinner. A typical gathering consists of worship, teaching and small groups.

LW firm foundations class

Sundays, 10:45 a.m. to noon, fellowship hall, Student Ministries and Care Center. Study: Firm Foundations. Bring your Bible, a pen, and a notebook or journal.

LW ABS (Area Bible Studies)

Date, time and costs vary by location. Teams are formed by gender. A typical ABS night consists of fellowship, Bible study and peer accountability.

Please be praying for the Student Ministries staff, high school servant leaders, adult volunteers and the middle school students as they are on retreat this weekend.

High School Ministry

To register for any of these activities and for more detailed information, visit www.northlandchurch. net/main/ministries/high_school_ministries/.

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

LW i-3 (I am third) Youth Group

Wednesdays, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., The Rink, Student Ministries and Care Center. Free to attend. Food available for purchase.

LW Lot 9 Outreach

Fridays, 7 to 9 p.m., Lot 9 (or The Rink, depending on weather). Free to attend (includes food).

LW Noise groups / community groups

Date, time and costs vary by location. A typical gathering consists of fellowship and peer accountability. .........................................................................

SERVANT LEADERSHIP MINISTRY LW HIGH SCHOOL Servant Leadership Ministry

We offer servant leadership training and opportunities to serve for 9th-graders (setup crew), 10th- to 12thgraders (LUGRox captains) and college students (small group leaders and work crews). Details and registration: www.northlandchurch.net/main/ministries/high_school_ ministries/

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distributed sites’ student MINISTRIES MD CREW352

(Christians Radically Encouraging Worship)

Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m., sanctuary. For 6th– to 12thgraders. Details: Lyndsey Coyle (352-978-7004 or lyndsey. coyle@northlandchurch.net)

MD CREW352: Youth bible study

Sundays, 9 to 10:15 a.m., Youth Room. For 6th– to 12th-graders. Details: Bill Chapman (352-434-4116 or bill. chapman@northlandchurch.net)

OV AXIS: evolve (Middle School)

Sundays, 11 a.m., hallway. New name, same time, same place! This is a gathering of middle school students to study God’s Word together and learn how it applies to everyday life! Details: Erica Emler (407-687-8570 or students.oviedo@ northlandchurch.net)

OV AXIS: immerse (Middle School)

Sundays, 6 to 8 p.m., NOCC. Come on out for crazy games, genuine leaders, and a conversation about what it looks like to pursue a relationship with God and others where you are, right now! Details: Erica Emler (407-687-8570 or students.oviedo@ northlandchurch.net)

OV AXIS: Sunday Brunch (High School)

Sunday, September 26, 11 a.m., Northland at Oviedo. If you’re in high school, come eat with us and talk about what it looks like to pursue a relationship with God where you are, right now! Details: Erica Emler (407-687-8570 or students. oviedo@northlandchurch.net) .........................................................................

access ministries for students LW Young Life Capernaum

Last Friday of each month, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., fellowship hall, Student Ministries and Care Center. If you are a teen with special needs, join us. This includes worship, dinner, fun and an opportunity to grow in faith! TEENS, volunteer to serve at capernaum. Details: Laura Lee Wright (407-937-0549 or lauralee.wright@northlandchurch.net)

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My name is: __________________________________________________

Hello, boys and girls.

Welcome to the Beehive!

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

We worship Jesus for the way He loves everyone.

When we love others the way Jesus does, that’s worship!

“N”+ “M” +“E”=

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An enemy is someone who is working against you.

Jesus tells us to love our enemies and to pray for them.

Bzzz.

Bzzz.

Who’s there?

Annie.

Today’s buzzword is GOOD.

I heard it _____________ times.

I think it’s important to God because __________________________________________________

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______________________________________________

Annie who?

Annie-me.

Really?

Unscramble the letters below to see what Jesus wants us to do whenever possible.

VIE L T A C E A P E ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___

Answer: LIVE AT PEACE

Love your Enemy Romans 12:14-21

Bless those who hurt you. Be joyful with those who are joyful. Be sad with those who are sad. Agree with each other. Don’t be proud. Be willing to be a friend to people who aren’t considered important.

Don’t think that you are better than others. Don’t pay back evil with evil. Be careful to do what everyone thinks is right. If possible, live in peace with everyone. Do that as much as you can. Don’t try to get even. It is written, “I am the One who judges people. I will pay them back,” says the Lord. So do just the opposite. If your enemies are hungry, give them food to eat. If they are thirsty, give them something to drink. Don’t let evil overcome you. Overcome evil by doing good.

No. I’m a Fred.

Draw a picture of a group of people who are living at peace with one another.

Best Fred forever!

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

Check-in Volunteers Needed!

7162 or Details: Debbie Blahnik (407-949net) ch. debbie.blahnik@northlandchur

This week if someone behaves like an enemy or works against you, follow Jesus’ directions and overcome evil by doing good.

children on Saturday lu gradeevenings is where you’ll find Bob

Ek. With the gifts of teaching and encouragement, he leads his class in helping them understand who God is and what He has done through the stories in the Bible.

Bob is an amazing leader in Children’s Church, is a great listener, is positive and loves the Lord. Most of all, he is obedient to God’s calling for him to teach the next generation. Thank you, Bob, for sharing your gifts with so many.

Bob

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Draw a line leading the bees to visit their new friend.

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Why did you make that?

His Abraham trusted God and obeyed . land new a to go directions to

Search for and circle words from Romans 12:17 in the puzzle below: Do not repay anyone evil for evil. Be careful to do what is right in the eyes of everybody.

P W E V I L N R H V I F C O E A E N O A T P T R D R R R A N Y O N E I Y T B F T F G B D O I H U H E Y D S E L T C E Y E S T O Word Bank: DO, NOT, REPAY, ANYONE, EVIL, FOR, BE, CAREFUL, TO, WHAT, IS, RIGHT, IN, THE, EYES, OF, EVERYBODY

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

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Fun and Games

Join a sports group and connect with believers. f you’re looking for a way to connect with other believers, and you love sports, many opportunities exist at Northland for you to do just that. Check out the upcoming sporting group gatherings below, and come, enjoy the fall weather, and build relationships that will encourage your faith.

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Bicycling for Christ

Links Fellowship

Coed Softball

Links Fellowship is a national organization of believers who connect around their great loves – Christ and golf.

The group’s mission: to encourage, equip, and network golf professionals and others working in the golf industry to love God, love each other, and love those in their area of influence.

Those are objectives Links is committed to, so pray that they will remain the focal point of Links’ endeavor.

This group will meet on Friday, October 9, at 7:45 a.m., at Forest Lake Golf Club. The cost is $33. Next, the group meets on Saturday, October 16 at 7:45 a.m. at Eastwood Golf Club.

That cost is $32.

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

Swing into fall by joining a coed softball group for Christian men and women!

Details: www.nlsoftball.com or northlandsoftball@gmail.com

Soccer Group An open soccer group meets Fridays, through November 19 at 8 p.m. at Red Bug Lake Park in Casselberry. The group has no practices, no teams and no rules, just fun and fellowship. A $2 donation is requested.

Details: Mike Cannavo (407-359-0191)

This group of women meets the first and third Saturdays of the month to connect, ride the trails, enjoy nature and win others to Christ.

Details: Naomi (bicyclingforchrist@gmail.com or 321-746-9588)

Tennis Group If softball is not your game, perhaps you’d have a ball participating in Longwood’s tennis group, which meets Saturdays at 8 a.m. at Red Bug Lake Park.

Details: Jeff Rossmeissl (407-489-6096)

Motorcycle Ministry If you own a motorcycle and have a valid motorcycle license, you may want to join Northland’s motorcycle ministry. On Saturday, October 2 at 9:30 a.m., experienced riders are invited to go on the Loop Ride. The group will take country roads to a restaurant in Daytona Beach for lunch. After lunch, they will ride through the famous scenic Loop, which goes through the Tomoka forest, along the Halifax River, and then along the oceanfront. This ride, at highway speeds, is weather permitting. If you are interested in this ride, call for the meeting place by Thursday, September 30.

Details: Lori Landers (407-333-2612)

Get Involved in a Special Interest Group

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f you think a “birdie” is just something that goes tweet, tweet, if “love” is not something you associate with the tennis court, if you are simply not a sports fan, no worries! Northland offers many other opportunities to get connected with other believers. Look over the sampling of special interest groups below, and those on page 11, that are available through Northland.

Access Ministries for Adults This group meets on Sundays at 4:30 p.m. in room 4204 at Northland at Longwood. A weekly devotion is presented, and a time of social connection is provided for adults living with disabilities, and their friends, families and caregivers. The group worships together at the 6 p.m. Sunday service.

Details and registration: Heather Subbert (321-442-2028 or hsubbert@gmail.com)

Blanket Ministry This ministry, for those who can knit or sew, provides blankets for local hospitals and people in need throughout the community. The group meets the first Saturday of each month from 3 to 4:30 p.m. in room 4217 at Northland at Longwood.

Join them, and cover others with the love of Christ.

Details and donations: Nicole Roberts (407-699-8575)

Art Group Join other artists in the Divine Reflection Art Group, and learn to reflect God’s truth and beauty through the visual arts. The group meets the second Thursday of each month from 7 to 9 p.m. in rooms 5108-9 of the Children’s Worship Wing at Northland at Longwood.

Details: Laura Bates (carpearte@aol.com or 407-622-6873)

month from noon to 1:15 p.m. in room 4209 at Northland at Longwood.

Details: Philip van Staden (407-339-9090)

Moms4Moms This group meets for a time of connection, friendship and encouragement through meetings and playgroup activities.

The Monday group meets once a month from 9 to 11:30 a.m. in the fellowship hall of the Student Ministries and Care Center at Northland at Longwood. Child care is provided with registration for infants to 5-year-olds.

The Sunday group meets once a month from 6 to 8:30 p.m. in the fellowship hall of the Student Ministries and Care Center at Northland at Longwood. Child care is not available. Registration is required. See page 11 for upcoming meeting dates.

Details and dates: www.northlandmoms4moms.com

Seniors Group If you’re age 60 or over, join this group on the third Wednesday of each month from 11:45 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the fellowship hall of the Student Ministries and Care Center at Northland at Longwood. Bring nonperishable food items for the Pastoral Care pantry.

Details: Cassie Small (407-834-5203)

Single Purpose

Kingdom Advisors

If you are single, age 35 or over, and looking to connect with other single believers, join Single Purpose.

The group meets the fourth Sunday of each month at 4 p.m. in room 4209-10 at Northland at Longwood. Attend, or call to find out more about weekly small groups.

Details: Liza Johnson or Dave Mullen (singlepurpose 35andup@gmail.com)

Join with other financial professionals for this lunch study group as together they learn how to build on biblical principles. This group meets the third Thursday of each

These and many other opportunities for connecting with groups are listed each week in the Northland News.

Secret Church Groups Meeting in Oviedo

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ecret Church, an exciting new endeavor at Northland at Oviedo, is sparking a lot of interest. The groups were inspired by gatherings of the same name that are in their fourth year and have been written about in a new book, Radical, by David Platt.

David Platt is the pastor of The Church at Brook Hills in Birmingham, Alabama. Pastor Platt has taught the Bible around the world and has a passion for disciple-making.

He tells the story of meeting with pastors in the Sudan for a morning of teaching – pastors who met risking their lives. During the session, they took notes furiously, rarely looking up from their notebooks. Later they shared with him the realization that it was their responsibility to take what they were learning back to their communities and to share it with everyone as quickly as possible.

This experience, along with many others in countries such as China, provided the impetus for Secret Church, an in-depth plan for Bible study and prayer, connecting the body of Christ to His Word and one another. It has created quite a stir around the globe and has landed here at Northland at Oviedo this fall.

For Jeremy Jobson, pastor of Northland’s Oviedo congregation, the inspiration was to bring this sense of urgency and worldwide perspective to his congregation in the context of community, a passion of the Oviedo congregation’s since its inception. People with and without a biblical education are being awakened to the gift of Scripture that we all have in this country, and are learning what they can do with it, and how, for the glory of God! There are currently 16-plus Secret Church groups meeting in the Oviedo area, involving more than 200 people. Find one on page 2 of this paper, or consider starting a group of your own!

Details: Oviedo@northlandchurch.net or Facebook. com/northlandoviedo

Sharing Life Stories Don’t Miss It!

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oin Pastor Gus Davies and Patty Sattler for an engaging one-day seminar Saturday, October 2 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Northland at Longwood in rooms 4206-7.

This workshop will help you discover how to use your natural styles, gifts and abilities as you learn to tell the stories of God through your own life stories, as we serve others in all of our relationships.

To register, go to www.northland church.net. Select “Calendar,” and then select “October 2.” Then select “Sharing Life Stories.” Then click on the “Register” ticket and then “Join the Group.” After that, just follow the onscreen instructions to register. Details: Laura Young (laura.young@ northlandchurch.net or 407-949-7165)

Lw = Northland at LONGWOOD

MD = Northland at Mount dora

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 or Class online (www.northlandchurch.net/getequipped), or contact Barbara Olsen (barbara.olsen@ northlandchurch.net or 407 949 7183).

LW MEMBERSHIP OPPORTUNITY/ BELONG STUDY

Sundays, 11 a.m. to noon, room 4209.

The next session of this four-week class will begin SEPTEMBER 5. Participate in the Belong study, Northland’s path to membership as well as a study of what it means to belong to Christ and to the body of Christ. Child care is available.

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, 7 to 9 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 COPING WITH ADDICTIONS/CODEPENDENCY

Thursdays, 7 p.m., Student Ministries and Care Center, fellowship hall. A Christcentered, 12-step program dealing with issues such as alcohol, drugs, relationships, food, sexual addictions, codependency and issues affecting adult children of addiction.

Guest speakers: September 23, Joe and Kelly Cordovano, founders of Fresh Start Ministries; September 30, Dr. Brian Pikalow, family pastor at Asbury United Methodist Church; and October 7, Pastor Dr. Kevin Urichko and his wife, Linda. Child care is available. Details: His Way (407-599-9770)

LW DivorceCare

Tuesdays, call for location. This support group walks alongside individuals who have been through a divorce and helps them to experience personal growth and healing.

Registration and assessment are required.

Cost: $5, and $16 for the book (available in the Northland Bookstore). Child care available.

Details, assessment and registration: Donna Delzingaro (407-937-1749)

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OV = Northland at Oviedo

LW GriefShare Starting September 20, call for location. 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 required registration before attending the class: GriefShare voiceline (407-949-7152 or jansten2@ bellsouth.net) 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 PRAXIS (Conquering Fear, Anger, Anxiety) Tuesdays, 7:15 p.m., room 4204. Conquer fear, anger and anxiety through biblical principles. Child care is available. Details: Skye Engel (407-834-3158) LW STRUGGLING WITH HOMOSEXUALITY? (MEN)

Thursdays, 8 to 10 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: David (407-937-1793)

LW Support for the Separated Tuesdays. This support group walks alongside those who are separated with court papers pending, for healing, hope and reconciliation in the Lord. Registration and assessment are required. Cost: $5, and $16 for the book (available in the Northland Bookstore). Child care registration: Linda Campbell (linda. campbell@northlandchurch.net); Details, assessment and registration: Donna Delzingaro (407-937-1749) LW Military Wives and Mothers Tuesdays, 7 to 8:30 p.m., Nature’s Table Café. Join us for Bible study, using the devotional Faith Deployed: Daily Encouragement for Military Wives, by Jocelyn Green and support as we biblically address the hardships and sadness of separation from a loved one serving in the U.S. military. The cost for the book, available at the Northland Bookstore, is $7.50. Details: Meghan Raymer (womenofpride@gmail.com) MD Celebrate Recovery Local Chapter

Tuesdays, 7 to 9:30 p.m., Calvary Chapel of the Lakes, 351 Plaza Drive, Eustis. For those dealing with unhealthy habits in the present or painful experiences from the past. Child care is available. Details: Laura Martin (352-4082640 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.

LW Access Ministries for Adults Sundays, 4:30 p.m., room 4204. A weekly devotion and welcoming social connection opportunity for adult living with disabilities, their friends, family or caregivers to join together and celebrate the fact that we are all friends and followers of Christ! Join us afterward as we worship together at the 6 p.m. service. Details and registration: Heather Subbert (321-442-2028 or hsubbert@gmail.com) LW AMEN (A MEETING OF MEN) Tuesdays, 7 to 9 p.m., rooms 5108-9, Children’s Worship Wing. 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)

Student Ministries and Care Center, fellowship hall. No child care provided.

Registration required. Details and specific dates: www.northlandmoms4moms.com

LW BICYCLING FOR CHRIST (Women) First and third Saturdays of the month.

Fellowship with women to connect, ride the trails, enjoy nature and win souls for Christ.

Details: Naomi (bicyclingforchrist@gmail.com or 321-746-9588)

LW MOTORCYCLE GROUP All styles welcome. Must own a motorcycle and have a valid motorcycle license to participate.

Details: Lori Landers (407-333-2612) • Loop Ride Saturday, October 2, 9:30 a.m., call for meeting location. The group will take country roads to a restaurant in Daytona Beach for lunch. After lunch there will be a ride through the famous scenic loop. Experienced riders only; highway speeds. Ride is weather permitting. Call by Thursday, September 30, so they can get a head count for lunch.

LW BUDDY BREAK Saturday, November 13, 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) LW COMMON GROUND ADULT MINISTRY (Age 25-45) 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: Susan Perry (commonground@northlandchurch.net or 407-401-8960) LW Covering Care Blanket Ministry 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, 7 to 9 p.m., rooms 5108-9, Children’s Worship Wing. Join other artists to reflect God’s truth and beauty through the visual arts. This year’s focus: Unity in Diversity: The Body of Christ, discussion on Redeeming the Arts by RZIM and Art & the Bible, by Francis A. Schaeffer. Details: Laura Bates (carpearte@aol.com or 407-622-6873) LW FUSION College Ministry

(For students ages 18-25) Sundays, 7:15 p.m., The Rink, Student Ministries and Care Center. Come and spend time in worship, prayer and the Scriptures.

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

LW GOLF — links fellowship • Friday, October 9, 7:45 a.m., Forest Lake Golf Club, cost $33 • Saturday, October 16, 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 (407880-9932 or linksfellowship@cfl.rr.com) LW Kingdom Advisors Third Thursday of each month, noon to 1:15 p.m., room 4209. Financial professionals, join the Kingdom Advisors lunch study group to learn how to build your practice on biblical principles.

Details: Philip van Staden (407-339-9090) 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.,

LW SENIORS GROUP (Age 60 and up) 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: Cassie Small (407-834-5203) LW SINGLE PURPOSE (Singles age 35 and up) Fourth Sunday of each month, 4 p.m., rooms 4209-10. Study Dr. Gary Chapman’s Five Love Languages. Learn how people express and receive love in different ways. Attend or call to find out more about weekly small groups. Details: Liza Johnson or Dave Mullen (singlepurpose35andup@gmail.com) LW SOCCER – ACHE Fridays, through November 19, 8 p.m., Red Bug Lake Park, Casselberry. 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 Christian men and women on this adult coed team or the men’s team to compete in local leagues. 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

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

BAPTISMS LW ADULT BAPTISMS Sunday, October 10, 2 p.m., Ken and Diane Watkins’ home. Adults and teens may be baptized by immersion or sprinkling as a public profession of personal faith in Jesus Christ (Matthew 28:19). Maps are available at the information desk in the church foyer. Call to sign up. Details: Sharon Ferreira (407-949-7189 or sharon. ferreira@northlandchurch.net) LW CHILD BAPTISMS Northland recommends the Steps for Young Believers course for grade school aged children prior to baptism, but it is not mandatory. Details: Diane Jones (diane.jones@northlandchurch.net or 407-949-7188).

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Lw = Northland at LONGWOOD LW INFANT BAPTISM/DEDICATION CLASS

Saturday, November 20, 7 p.m., room 4206. Child care is available upon request.

Details: Diane Jones (407-949-7188 or diane.jones@northlandchurch.net)

PRAYER LW CHILDREN’S MINISTRIES PRAYER TEAM

Pray weekly from your home for needs in Children’s Ministries. Details: Carol Moss (carol.moss@northlandchurch.net or 407949-7180)

LW PRAYER GROUP Thursdays, 6:30 a.m., room 1116, Student Ministries and Care Center.

Details: Jean Sherwood (407-796-4705) MD PRAYER GROUP Wednesdays, 7 p.m., Youth Room.

Child care provided. Details: Jonathan and Melony Bailey (352-516-7190 or Digitaljonnyart@yahoo.com) OV Prayer Team

Receive weekly prayer requests via e-mail for our Oviedo congregation and community. Details: Rebecca Sheahan (rebecca.sheahan@northlandchurch.net or 407-683-3566)

ADULT BIBLE STUDIES LW The Alpha Course Sundays, through November 14, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., room 4206. Alpha is a course that gives anyone the opportunity to explore the meaning of life from a Christian perspective.

Relaxed, nonthreatening, low-key and fun, Alpha is a place to ask anything. Enjoy complimentary dinners, a video series and small group discussions. Registration: $10 per individual or $15 for two; child care is available upon registration. Child care details: Diane Jones (diane.jones@northlandchurch. net or 407-949-7188); class details: Jamila Millette (407-937-1832 or jamila.millette@ northlandchurch.net) LW Corinthians Bible Study Sundays, 10:45 a.m., rooms 4206-7. Learn to follow God’s wisdom instead of man’s knowledge as we study 1 and 2 Corinthians.

Come early for coffee, doughnuts and fellowship! Details: John and Carolyn Jones (407-831-5822) LW Precepts — 1 Corinthians Thursdays, 7 p.m., rooms 4209-10. Join this eight-week inductive Bible study on the book of 1 Corinthians, and learn about our firm foundation of faith, which is Jesus Christ. Homework is required every week. The workbook, approximately $16, is provided the first night of class. Child care is available upon request. Details: Geri Anderson (2Geri@cfl. rr.com or 407-331-6760) LW sermon on the mount

Sundays, starting October 17, 9 a.m., rooms 4206-7; or Tuesdays, starting October 19, 7 p.m., rooms 5108-9. Join Pastor Dan Lacich as he leads us through one of the best collections of Jesus’ teachings, found in the Sermon on the Mount, in the Gospel of Matthew chapters 5 through 7. Details: Jamila Millette (jamila. millette@northlandchurch.net or 407-9371832)

MEN’S BIBLE STUDIES LW James, 1 and 2 Peter

Tuesdays, 6:45 to 8 a.m., Student Ministries and Care Center, room 1118. Learn the biblical application of these three life changing books. Details: Bob Shoemaker (bob shoemaker@mindspring.com or 407-599-3132)

LW PHILIPPIANS

Thursdays, 6:30 a.m., Student Ministries and Care Center, room 1118. Join this open-forum discussion on the book of Philippians: 45 minutes of study and 15 minutes of prayer. Details: Leo Carrier (leo@carrierinsurance.com)

MD MEN’S BIBLE FELLOWSHIP

Tuesdays, 6:15 to 7:45 a.m., Youth Room.

Motto: Men with a mission. Details: Richie Kluesener (407-221-4517 or rk@goldinart. com) or Bill Chapman (352-434-4116 or bill. chapman@northlandchurch.net)

WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDIES LW Beth Moore Study

Study: The Patriarchs: Encountering the God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob. Returning members please advise your former table leader. New members, please register. Workbook available in the Northland Bookstore for $16.95.

• Mondays, through November 15, 9:45 a.m to 12:15 p.m., The Rink, Student Ministries and Care Center. Details: Cherrie Rowe (407-322-6850) or Ann Clark (407-804- 5282 or ann@clarkmail.us) • Tuesdays, through November 9, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., The Rink, Student Ministries and Care Center. Details: Cherrie Rowe (407-322-6850) or Marlene Ross (407-8330094 or rossduo@cfl.rr.com)

LW Precepts — Revelation, Part 4 Mondays, through November 22, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., rooms 4209-10. Through careful observation of the text, discover what God says in the Bible concerning the end-time by especially interpreting Revelation in the light of Old Testament prophecy. Prerequisite: completed previous Revelation classes.

Workbook cost: approximately $33, available in class. Child care is available with advanced registration. Details: Melody Ringenberg (rringenberg@cfl.rr.com) LW Third Verse

Second and fourth Wednesdays, starting September 8, 1:30 to 3 p.m., room 1116, Student Ministries and Care Center. For women 55 and over. Study Scripture together, pray and have fellowship. Details: Jean Sherwood (407-796-4705)

MD Women’s Bible study

Tuesdays, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Fera Home.

Study: Breaking Free, by Beth Moore. Details and directions: Cindy Fera (407-547-5325)

MD Women’s Bible study

Wednesdays, 9 to 11 a.m., Youth Room.

Study: Jesus, The One And Only, by Beth Moore.

Details: Sandy McDade Motyka (407-808-2413 or sandra.motyka@northlandchurch.net)

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

ADULTS LW CREATION-HEALTHY 100 CLASS

Tuesdays, September 21 through November 9, 7 to 8:30 p.m., fellowship hall, Student Ministries and Care Center. Learn God’s eight principles for living life to the fullest and to set reasonable goals to improve your life emotionally, physically and spiritually! Child care available with registration. Workbook cost: $20 (available for purchase in class).

Class size is limited, so register early. To register, visit www.northlandchurch.net and do a search for “Healthy 100,” then follow instructions. Details: Jamila Millette (407-9371832 or jamila.millette@northlandchurch.net)

LW Disaster Response Team Leaders informational meeting Wednesday, October 13, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., rooms 4209-10. Learn more about opportunities to serve others during times of crisis at this informational meeting.

Details: Kirsten Loftus (kirsten.loftus@ northlandchurch.net) LW Mentor Training

Saturday, October 2, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., rooms 1116-18, Student Ministries and Care Center. The focus is to find appropriate male mentors for fatherless boys, but the training is open to men and women. Cost: $5 for materials. If possible, fill out an application form at www.northlandchurch.net. Scroll to the bottom, and under “Youth,” select “Middle School.” Then scroll down and select the “Mentor Application” link. Details: David Keys (NLMentoring@gmail.com or 407-256-5576)

LW New Life Ministry Lose It for Life

Saturdays, 4:45 to 6:15 p.m., rooms 420910. Get biblical hope and direction to change the way you think about weight, eating habits and your self-image. Child care is available with a reservation. Registration fee: $5 (plus materials). Details and registration: Mary Lou or Keith Caskey (maryloucaskey@gmail.com or 407-792-1636)

LW Parenting: the Early Years Sundays, through October 31, 4 to 5:45 p.m., room 4213-15. Learn 10 biblical traits you want your children to have and how to model them effectively as parents. Drs. Les and Leslie Parrott teach this video study, geared for married couples, single parents, and blended families with young children.

Cost: $5 registration and $7 for the workbook, available in the Northland Bookstore. Child care for children age 10 and under provided with registration. Details and registration: Dawn Ortiz (DawnOrtiz@AGMCreativeServices. com or 407-687-1438) LW PeaceSeekers

Sundays, through October 10, 9 a.m., room 4209. Six-week class to learn practical and effective biblical methods to approach someone with whom you are in conflict with a purpose of honoring God and restoring relationships.

Details: Gary Wright (lanaharrison@cfl.rr.com)

LW Sharing Life Stories

Saturday, October 2, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m, rooms 4206-07. This engaging one-day seminar focuses on learning how to tell the stories of God through your own life story. Pastor Gus Davies and Patty Sattler lead this workshop and will help you discover how to use your natural styles, gifts and abilities to take Christ into

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the world every day. To register, go to www. northlandchurch.net. Select “Calendar,” and then select “October 2.” Then select “Sharing Life Stories.” Then click on the “Register” ticket and then “Join the Group.” After that, just follow the on-screen instructions to register. Details: Laura Young (laura.young@ northlandchurch.net or 407-949-7165)

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: October 24 to November 21.

Focus: Salvation and assurance. Includes Communion instruction.

• STEP 2—THE MOST IMPORTANT THING: August 8 to September 12 (skip Sept. 5); or October 10 to November 7. Focus: Jesus’ Life A-Z, a basic discipleship theme and learning about the life of Christ. Baptism offered at end of course.

• STEP 3—LIVING BY THE BOOK, “C-ING” MY WAY THROUGH THE BIBLE: October 10 to November 14. 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 (407-2273072 or brycehagedorn@yahoo.com) or Kevin Urichko (407-949-7166 or kevin.urichko@ northlandchurch.net) LW Men’s Fraternity Group (Semester 1) Thursdays, September 23 to December 9, 6:30 a.m., room 1111, Student Ministries and Care Center. The first 11-session study puts the roof on the house of masculinity and creates a vision for a man’s future and destiny.

It will help men rediscover the adventure in life through a greater understanding of who they are. Cost: $10 for workbook (for both semesters) Details: Andy Corley (corleyman@ gmail.com or 407-415-4744)

WOMEN LW Women’s Healing Ministry Wednesdays, 7 to 8:30 p.m., room 1111. This group will provide hope and a safe place to heal if you have experienced sexual betrayal, deception, and lies of secrecy which keep you in bondage. Details and registration: Vicki M. Wotring (520-631-0886 or celebratelife3@aol. com) OV

Look for Oviedo classes online at www.facebook.com/northlandoviedo

Opportunities to serve at Northland.

Questions about serving at a Northland Distributed site?

Longwood:

serve@northlandchurch.net or 407-949-4000

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Mount Dora: Bill Chapman

bill.chapman@northlandchurch.net or 352-434-4116 Oviedo: Cyndi Lott cyndi.Lott@northlandchurch.net or 407-579-5908

LW communion servers

Communion servers are needed the first weekend of each month. Training provided.

Details: Lori Holton (communion@northland church.net or 407-949-4000)

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)

During worship services and special events. BLS trained or medical professionals, especially EMTs, are needed. Details: Ruth Sapp (ruth.sapp@ northlandchurch.net or 407-937-0544)

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. People are needed to bring the residents to the Sunday 9 a.m. service. Details: Patsy Grannan (407-538-5209 or pgrannan@yahoo.com)

LW Musicians Needed Common Ground Adult Ministry is looking for a guitarist, keyboard player and percussionist for its worship team. Details: Susan Perry (commonground@northlandchurch.net or 407401-8960)

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 407-6994903)

LW phone ASSISTANCE

LW RECOVERY MINISTRY

LW MEDICAL FIRST RESPONDERS

Weekday volunteers are needed to answer phones and greet visitors. Flexible hours.

Details: Ruth Sapp (ruth.sapp@northlandchurch. net or 407-937-0544)

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 2 1/2 hours every other weekend. No experience necessary. Details: Ruth Sapp (ruth.sapp@northlandchurch.net or 407-937-0544)

Opportunities to serve in the community LIFE SERVICE For a project list and registration, visit www. northlandchurch.net/serve. More info on page 6.

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 (407-9370549 or lauralee.wright@northlandchurch.net)

LW BLOOD DRIVE

Saturday, October 2, 4:30 to 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, October 3, 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.; Monday, October 4, 6:15 to 9:15 p.m. To reduce your waiting time, you may schedule a time slot at www. floridasbloodcenters.org. Details: Ruth Sapp (ruth.sapp@northlandchurch.net or 407-9370544)

LW DISASTER RESPONSE TEAMS

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

LW HELP INCARCERATED MEN

Men needed to come alongside incarcerated man. No experience necessary. Minimum commitment: one hour per week. Details: Greg

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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 THE CARPENTER’S HOUSE FOR CHILDREN

This home in Lake County is a Christ-centered residence to 16 abandoned, displaced, underprivileged and medically needy children. They are supported by churches and individuals with a heart for children.

Details on how you can help support them visit www.thecarpentershouseoflakecounty. com. Details: Tara Dufrene (615-642-8963 or tdufrene@aimhealth.com

OV Look for Oviedo serve opportunities at www.facebook.com/northlandoviedo Find other ways to serve in your community at www.northlandchurch.net/blogs/ serve_beyond/

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) C.I.P.E. Back to School Prayer Breakfast Saturday, September 25, 9 to 11 a.m., Orlando Marriott, Lake Mary. Speaker: Dr. Larry Linkous, senior pastor at New Life Christian Fellowship in Titusville. Donation: $20. Details: www.christiansinpubliceducation.org EXCHANGE MINISTRIES Mondays, 7:15 to 9:15 p.m., First Baptist Orlando, E-2 building, third floor, 3000 S. John Young Parkway, Orlando. A Christ-centered ministry for men and women struggling with homosexuality. Details: John Westcott (www. exchangeministries.org or 407-514-4356) • support group First Monday of each month, 7 p.m, First Baptist Orlando, E-2 building, third floor, 3000 S. John Young Parkway, Orlando.

Here they encourage parents, friends and family members who have loved ones struggling with sexual identity. Inquiries are

confidential. Details: Cherrie Rowe (407-3226850 or cherbear100@aol.com) Extremely Great Relationships Seminar with Dr. John Trent Friday, October 8, 7 to 9 p.m.; Saturday, October 9, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., First Baptist Sweetwater, 3800 Wekiva Springs Road, Longwood. Couples, singles, and families are invited to gather for a fun-filled, laugh heavy event designed to help you strengthen your most important relationships and to help you and your family move toward greater closeness, caring and commitment. Cost: $45 per person (includes lunch provided by Chickfil-A. Child care is not available. For more information, to register/pay on-line: www. fbsweetwater.org. Details: Amy Bailey (407862-3893 or amy@fbsweetwater.org) Central Florida’s Job Fair (CFEC.org) Wednesday, November 10, noon to 4 p.m., Central Florida Fairgrounds & Exposition Park, 4603 W. Colonial Drive, Orlando. Admission and parking are free. Dress professionally, and bring plenty of resume copies. No children. Visit www.CFEC.org to preregister, get job fair tips, research the companies listed, get directions or search Central Florida’s Online Job Board.

Details: Christian HELP (407-834-4022) FAITH AND SCIENCE GROUP Last Wednesday of every month, 7 p.m., David McCoy’s home, 5035 Bruce Lane, Oviedo Discuss modern science discovery in light of God’s word. Details: Kent Cofoid (kent.cofoid@ gmail.com) FILM SCREENING AND INTERFAITH DIALOGUE Sunday, September 26, 5:30 p.m., Rollins College Bush Auditorium, 1000 Holt Ave., Winter Park. View Climate Refugees, then hear an interfaith panel reflect on how different faith traditions view our relationship with the earth and how together we can offer aid to refugees and migrants who have been displaced by ecological change and extreme weather. Tickets are $8 and are available at the door or at www.peacefilmfest.org. Details: Gus Davies (407-949-4008 or gus.davies@ northlandchurch.net) or Laura Young (407-9497165 or laura.young@northlandchurch.net) Gripped by the Greatness of God Thursdays, 7 to 9 p.m., Rodriguez home, Lake Mary. Rediscover the wonder of God’s attributes and spur your spiritual walk into a consistent life pattern of worship and service to God! Details and directions: Luis Rodriguez (407-687-7173) 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) READERS MINISTRY Tuesdays, 1 to 3 p.m., Goldsboro Elementary School in Sanford. Read to kindergarteners and first-graders. Experience is not necessary.

Additional opportunities through this multigenerational ministry — Nanas, Papas and Reading Buddies — include tutoring Goldsboro’s second- and third-graders. Details: Elaine Gritter (egritter@bellsouth.net or 407-3271474) or Candy Guernsey (cwgrfg@aol.com or 407-323-9433) THE VIBRANT DANCE BETWEEN FAITH AND SCIENCE Tuesday, October 26 through Thursday, October 28, Redeemer Presbyterian Church, Austin, Texas. A symposium for skeptics, pastors, scientists and Christian

leaders on how science supports Christianity and Christianity explains science. Speakers include Andy Crouch, Christianity Today (also culture-making.com); Ross Hastings, Regent College; Hugh Ross, author, Reasons to Believe; Dinesh D’Souza, author, What’s So Great About Christianity; and Alister McGrath, King’s College, London. Registration costs range $103 to $351 for post-October 22 general admission. Details and registration: www.vibrantdance.org

men CHRISTIAN BUSINESSMEN’S CONNECTION (CBMC) Tuesdays, 7 to 8 a.m., Denny’s, Lee Road exit off Interstate 4. A worldwide men’s ministry for 78 years (www.cbmc.com) that meets for fellowship, prayer and discussion of God’s principles for business. Details: Armand Dauplaise (407-221-3114 or adauplaise@aol. com) or Larrie Kitchen (407-290-5642)

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

Details: www.nearhim.com

women Beautiful Me Wednesdays, through November 17, 7 to 8:30 p.m., Reformed Theological Seminary, Oviedo. A small group sponsored by Oviedo Counseling Clinic and designed to bring together women from all walks of life to discuss women’s issues, with a particular focus on biblical/Christian self-image and maintaining balance. Details and reservation: Tracy Veligdan (407-949-4000, ext. 1743, or tveligdan@rts.edu) Community Bible Study Wednesdays, September 1 through May 4, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., Community United Methodist Church, Casselberry. Study: 1 and 2 Peter, Daniel and Colossians. Children’s program available. Details: Sandi McLaughlin (407-342-4765) or www.OrlandoCBS.org Community Outreach Fellowship Group Third Thursday of each month, 10:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m., DeBary Golf & Country Club, 300 Plantation Club Drive, DeBary. Enjoy interesting speakers and Christian fellowship. Sponsored

by Stonecroft Ministries (www.stonecroft.org).

Cost: $15 (includes admission and lunch). Details and reservations: Bev Sullivan (BevSullivan02@ aol.com or 386-753-1191) Confidence In Crisis Thursdays, 5:30 to 7:30 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 (407-272-7522 or sandylisaacs@yahoo.com) DIVORCED/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 welcome. Details and directions: Nancy Petitto (321-972-2255) DIVORCED WOMEN’S SMALL GROUP Sundays, 3:30 p.m., Winter Springs. Study: The Power of a Woman’s Word, by Sharon

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Jaynes. Details: Lisa Edwards (407-222-9639 or godsgirl0202@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) WORKPLACE MINISTRY First Tuesday of each month, 5:30 p.m., Orlando. J4 Leaders, (www.J4Leaders.org) an interdenominational ministry for women to help encourage one another to succeed with a biblical worldview. Details: Pam Oldham (info@J4Leaders.org or 407-522-4797)

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).

LW Christian and classic children’s books as well as parenting and marriage books are needed for the Northland Children’s and Family library. Details: Bethany Durys (bethany. durys@northlandchurch.net or 407-937-0541)

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Great Local Serve Day on September 18

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Nonperishable food items can be placed into the designated wooden boxes in the lobby of the Worship Center and in the Student Ministries and Care Center. Details: 407-949-4000 or serve@northlandchurch.net)

MD LOVE COLLECTION

New collection each month. Visit the information table for list. Details: Ann South (south4@comcast.net), Diane Brooks (diane. brooks@nljc.com) or Sharlee Hollingsworth (shollingsworth2@cfl.rr.com)

An amazing team with servant’s hearts. Thank you for serving.

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Look for Oviedo stewardship opportunities at www.facebook.com/ northlandoviedo

Dental professionals

Separating the recycling is important to be good steward’s to our planet.

Lucy Reneé Shaw

Saturday and Sunday, November 6 and 7

She weighed a healthy 6 lbs., 8 oz.

was born Wednesday, September 15 at 2:01 p.m. to Jenny and Jeremiah Shaw.

Jenny and Jeremiah are both on staff at Northland. You may spot them leading worship on occasion. Jeremiah also works in the Media Design department; And Jenny works in Student Ministries as the worship coordinator. This is their first child.

Details: Julie Kestler (407-898-1525 or DCAF@bellsouth.net) or Dr. Andy Greenberg (407-772-5120 or drgreenberg@katsur.com) Or visit this website to volunteer: centralfloridadentaloutreach.com

WORSHIP IN THE ARTS

DVD now available!

Financial Report As of september 20, 2010 Electronic giving is available at the kiosks located in the foyer or online Evangelical Council for at www.northlandchurch.net. Offering envelopes are available at all giving Financial Accountability boxes. Details: Twila Roberts (407-949-4000) .......................................................................................................................

Surplus/ THIS WEEK Need Received (Deficit) ATTENDANCE September 18 to 20, 2010 Ministry/Operations 225,101 257,127 32,026 24,644 281,771

(10,228) 21,798

THIS YEAR Ministry/Operations 8,553,838 Mortgage Payment 1,325,604 Total Budget 9,879,442

Everyone helped with the cleaning.

BIRTH Announcement

needed for the CENTRAL FLORIDA DENTAL OUTREACH

34,872 259,973

8,415,492 922,586 9,338,078

*Deficit currently being covered by operating reserve.

LOAN BALANCE is currently $18,725,000.

Helping where we can, even fixing a fan.

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)

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

Mortgage Payment Total Budget

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(138,346) (403,018) (541,364)*

Northland Northland Northland Northland Northland

at Longwood . . . 7,130 at Mount Dora . . . . 192 at Oviedo . . . . . . . . . . 292 at West Oaks . . . . . . . 28 Online . . . . . . . . . . . . 2,098 (1,212 sites) Seminole County Jail . . . . . . . . . 119 Orange County Jail . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Total . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9,879 (1,218 sites)

Cost: $10 at the Northland Bookstore MAIL ORDERS Cost: $12 (includes shipping via USPS) Details: Network Sound and Video Inc. (407-834-8555 or northlandorders@ networksoundinc.com)

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OVIEDO SITE

Whom do I contact if:

Peter Katauskas, Chairman . . . . . . . . . . . 407-937-1809

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: Bill Chapman . . . . . . 352-434-4116 Oviedo: Patty Sattler . . . . . . . . . . 407-949-4010 I am interested in Distributed Journeys?

Patti Harshey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-937-0573 I want to help at Northland?

Longwood: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-949-4000 Mount Dora: Bill Chapman . . . . . . 352-434-4116 Oviedo: Cyndi Lott . . . . . . . . . . . 407-579-5908 I want to get involved in a local servE Day

serve@northlandchurch.net, 407-949-4000 or visit www.northlandchurch.net/serve 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

Thom Willis, Vice Chairman . . . . . . . . . . . 407-949-4000 Marcus Mennenga, Secretary-Treasurer . . . 407-949-7169 Owusu Amaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-937-1797 Fred Franz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-937-1766 Dan Hardaway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-949-4000 Dr. Don Pederson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-937-1804 Felipe Santos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-949-7168

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 . . . . . . www.northlandchurch.net/blogs Facebook . . . . . . . . . . . . www.facebook.com/northlandchurch Bookstore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-949-7199 Facebook.com . . . . . . . . . . Search Northland Church Bookstore Donna Duckhorn, 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 STUDENT Ministries Shaylynn Stoner, Administrator . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-949-7194 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 Kathy Campbell, Deaf Ministry . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-328-4785

MOUNT DORA SITE The Seventh-Day Adventist Church 18440 Highway 441, Mount Dora, FL 32757 The Seventh-Day Adventist Church is on the left side of the highway. Look for the “Northland” sign.

Facebook.com . . . . . . www.facebook.com/northlandmountdora General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-949-7184 Bill Chapman, Site Minister . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 352-434-4116 bill.chapman@northlandchurch.net Sandra Motyka, Site Coordinator . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-808-2413 sandra.motyka@northlandchurch.net John Tucker, Setup/Takedown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321-438-9961 wyoming01@earthlink.net Page Patnode, Children’s Ministries . . . . . . . . . . . 407-538-6662 pagepatnode@hotmail.com Lyndsey Coyle, CREW352 Coordinator . . . . . . . . . 352-978-7004 lyndsey.coyle@northlandchurch.net Tara Dufrene, The Carpenter’s House for Children . . 615-642-8963 tdufrene@aimhealth.com Laura Martin, Celebrate Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . 352-408-2640 lauramartin32778@gmail.com Kelly Verkaik, Debbie’s Doorstep . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-310-5355 debbiesdoorstep@mac.com

COUNSELING

Northland partner, nonprofit counseling ministries.

• Discovery Counseling Darby Blanchard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-376-3773 www.discoveryorlando.org • Oviedo Counseling Clinic (at Reformed Theological Seminary) Sarah Baker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (407-366-9493, ext. 256)

Northland at Oviedo Community Center (NOCC) 561 E. Mitchell Hammock Road, #300 Oviedo, FL 32765 Oviedo Blog Website . . . . . . . . . . . northlandchurch.net/oviedo Facebook . . . . . . . . . . . . www.facebook.com/northlandoviedo General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-949-4000 Jeremy Jobson, Site Minister . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-929-3053 jeremy.jobson@northlandchurch.net Rebecca Sheahan, Media/Communications Coordinator 407-683-3566 or rebecca.sheahan@northlandchurch.net Erica Emler, Student Ministries Coordinator . . . . . 407-687-8570 students.oviedo@northlandchurch.net Patty Sattler, Children’s Ministries Coordinator . . . 407-949-4010 childrens.oviedo@northlandchurch.net Courtney McCarthy, Children’s Ministries Administrative Assistant 407-432-5050 or courtney.mccarthy@northlandchurch.net Cyndi Lott, Christian Life Coordinator . . . . . . . . . 407-579-5908 cyndi.lott@northlandchurch.net Mike Grindstaff, Small Group and Bible Study Connections Lay Leader . . . . . . . . . 917-716-1362 or mgrindstaff@topps.com Josh Smith, Setup/Takedown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 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 Rebecca Sheahan (rebecca.sheahan@northlandchurch. net or 407-683-3566) Good Samaritan Ministry — Help someone who really needs it, right now! Sign-up and details: Rebecca Sheahan (rebecca.sheahan@ northlandchurch.net or 407-683-3566) Be in the Know — Get on the e-mail list for ongoing events and information. Details: Rebecca Sheahan (rebecca.sheahan@ northlandchurch.net or 407-683-3566)

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.

Larry Szrom, Site Coordinator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-491-2245 lszrom@yahoo.com Mary Ann Young, Site Coordinator . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-443-0079 dreamdog@mac.com Pastor Scott Billue of Next Community Church Matthew’s Hope . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-654-9661 pastorscott@nextcommunitychurch.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: Rachel Ballantyne (407-949-7151 or lifehope@northlandchurch.net) LifeHope Hours: Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., 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

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BUILDING HEAVEN-LIKE FAMILIES

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

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

THIS WEEKEND’S MESSAGE:

LOVE ONE AND OTHERS Loving Enemies Scripture focus: Romans 12:14-21 (NASB) Bless those who persecute you; bless and do not curse. Rejoice with those who rejoice, and weep with those who weep. Be of the same mind toward one another; do not be haughty in mind, but associate with the lowly. Do not be wise in your own estimation. Never pay back evil for evil to anyone. Respect what is right in the sight of all men. If possible, so far as it depends on you, be at peace with all men. Never take your own revenge, beloved, but leave room for the wrath of God, for it is written, “VENGEANCE IS MINE, I WILL REPAY,” says the Lord. “BUT IF YOUR ENEMY IS HUNGRY, FEED HIM, AND IF HE IS THIRSTY, GIVE HIM A DRINK; FOR IN SO DOING YOU WILL HEAP BURNING COALS ON HIS HEAD.” Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.

Worship focus: Worship God today for His redeeming love. He loved us when we were still His enemies, and sent His Son to reconcile us through His sacrificial death on the cross. It is through His sacrifice that we can have eternal life.

summary prayer: Dear God, As you draw me ever deeper into your heart, I discover that my companions on the journey are women and men loved by you as fully and as intimately as I am.

In your compassionate heart, there is a place for all of them.

No one is excluded.

Give me a share in your compassion, dear God, so that your unlimited love may become visible in the way I love brothers and sisters.

Amen.

— Henri Nouwen

NEXT WEEKEND: A Message from Pastor Anatoly Kalyuzhny | New Life Church, Kiev, Ukraine | Joined by the Kyiv Symphony Orchestra and Chorus

DECLARATION OF FORGIVENESS I ask You, O Lord, the One who died on the cross and took the punishment for all my sins, to grant me Your heart of forgiveness.

I, ________________________________________________, hereby declare forgiveness toward _ ____________________________________________ .

By the power and love of Your Holy Spirit, I purpose to think well of _____________________________________________. I purpose to speak words of blessing into this person’s life instead of curses. I ask You, Lord, to help me see this person as You see him or her and to forgive this person as You have forgiven me (Matthew 6:12). By faith, I believe You will bring glory to Yourself as I receive and extend Your forgiveness. May this act of faith and obedience be used by You to bring about Your will and Your Kingdom on earth as it is in heaven. Amen.