Worship Guide-Respond 9, 2017 by Northland Church

Let Us Know New to Northland? Need prayer? Want to get connected? Let us know — just drop this card in an offering box, or hand it to an usher or connection team member on your way out! PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY.

Name(s)_____________________________________________________________________________________ Email_________________________________________________________________________________________ Address_____________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________

Phone________________________________________________________________________________________ I am [ ] a child [ ] a middle school student [ ] a high school student [ ] an adult. [ ] I am new to Northland. [ ] I am a new believer. I recently trusted Jesus Christ as my Lord and Savior. [ ] I would like to know more about how to get connected.

FEBRUARY 25-27, 2017

What’s Current Get info and sign up at northlandchurch.net, or ask a connection team member for assistance.

Ash Wednesday Service Mark the start of Lent. Marking the beginning of the Lenten season, Ash Wednesday is traditionally a day of confession and repentance for the church. Join us Wednesday, March 1, 7 p.m., at the Longwood site or online.

Welcome Let’s worship God together! The mission of Northland, A Church Distributed is to Respond to God for the Benefit of Others. Our Vision is to see people coming to Christ and to be transformed together as we link locally and globally to worship and serve everywhere, every day. Join us!

Daddy-Daughter Dance Volunteers Needed Daddy-daughter dance is just around the corner, and we need your help! Help us by serving the 2,400 dads and daughters during this magical evening, Friday, March 3. Sign up at signupgenius. com/go/10c084cafaf2fa5f94-2017.

Parenting wired kids can be difficult, especially if you didn’t grow up with the same technologies. Learn about apps your kids are using, and the ones traffickers are abusing. Come to this informative training and learn how to set safe boundaries for your family. Saturday, March 11, 6:30 to 7:45 p.m., rooms 4206-07. Register at calendar. northlandchurch.net.

Join as a participant seeking personal financial knowledge, or join as a financial ally taking the class alongside participants while offering support and knowledge. Wednesdays starting March 8, 6 to 8:30 p.m., room 5106. Register at calendar.northlandchurch.net.

Do you know the latest apps your kids are using?

There are two ways to get involved.

No App for That

Faith & Finances

Tithes & Offerings Received to Date: $1,619,626*

Participate & Connect

THROUGH MONDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 2017

Our website has hundreds of archived worship services, stories about the great work God is doing and ways for YOU to Be the Church Everywhere, Every Day.

northlandchurch.net

2017 Budget: $13,582,911

Expected to Date: $1,885,940*

2017 Budget: $13,582,911

Expected Received to to Date: Date: $1,885,940* $1,619,626*

Building Payoff 2004 $43M 2006 $23.9M 2009 2012 $19.4M $15.7M 2015 $13.5M 2004 $43M 2006 $23.9M 2009 2012 INITIAL $20M OFFERING BY CONGREGATION DEBT PAID TO DATE 2015 $19.4M $15.7M $13.5M

Prayer request _____________________________________________________________________________

Building Payoff

_______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________

Debt Remaining: $11,596,142

2/25-27/2017

DEBT REMAINING

Principal Paid 2017: $132,590

INITIAL $20M OFFERING BY CONGREGATION DEBT PAID TO DATE

DEBT REMAINING

$0 Debt Free $0 Debt Free

Local Quarterly Serve Day The blue Northland Serve shirts return! On Saturday, March 4 and throughout 2017, we will be coming together as a community once a quarter to put into practice what we have been learning as a church. Sign up at northlandchurch.net/localserve.

Baptism Opportunity Come to the water. If you haven’t taken this important step as a disciple of Jesus Christ, now is the time! Be baptized by a Northland minister in a heated pool. You can participate individually or as a family. Join us Sunday, March 12, 2 p.m., at the Watkins’ home. Register at northlandchurch.net/baptism.

How to Give There are three ways to give Tithes and Offerings: • At the kiosks in the foyer. • Online at northlandchurch.net • Mobile via text. Text any amount, followed by the word “northland,” to 45777. (e.g. 50 northland)

TippingPoint *All tithes and offerings go into one fund to resource ongoing ministry, eliminate our building debt and fund church network expansion. Learn more: tippingpoint.northlandchurch.net.

Seeing That I Am Continually Being Equipped for Ministry WORSHIP FOCUS

Worship Christ today for sending His Spirit to live in us and walk with us, teaching us along the way and equipping us for good works. QUOTE

“In the kingdom of God there are no other tasks than those of the present.”

SCRIPTURE FOCUS Ephesians 4:11-13 (NASB)

And He gave some as apostles, and some as prophets, and some as evangelists, and some as pastors and teachers, for the equipping of the saints for the work of service, to the building up of the body of Christ; until we all attain to the unity of the faith, and of the knowledge of the Son of God, to a mature man, to the measure of the stature which belongs to the fullness of Christ. Romans 14:17-19 (NASB)

For the kingdom of God is not eating and drinking, but righteousness and peace and joy in the Holy Spirit. For he who in this way serves Christ is acceptable to God and approved by men. So then we pursue the things which make for peace and the building up of one another. Romans 15:1-2 (NASB)

Now we who are strong ought to bear the weaknesses of those without strength and not just please ourselves. Each of us is to please his neighbor for his good, to his edification.

— Karl Barth from “Be Not Anxious!” in “Come, Holy Spirit: Sermons” New York: Round Table Press, 1933, reprint, Mowbrays, 1978, p. 99

A Message From Dr. Joel C. Hunter, Senior Pastor

NOTES

New series for Lent starts March 4-6.

Grow deeper this Easter.

Read about Pastor Joel at northlandchurch.net/joelhunter. Stay informed about his involvement with current events at pastorjoelhunter.com.

This Lenten season, we invite you to reexamine your faith in light of the whole story God has for your life. ign up for FREE materials at S NorthlandChurch.net/KingdomCome.

FEBRUARY 25-27, 2017

What’s Current Get info and sign up at northlandchurch.net, or ask a connection team member for assistance.

Ash Wednesday Service

Daddy-Daughter Dance Volunteers Needed

Mark the start of Lent.

Participate & Connect Our website has hundreds of archived worship services, stories about the great work God is doing and ways for YOU to Be the Church Everywhere, Every Day.

northlandchurch.net

[ ] I would like to know more about how to get connected.

Prayer request _____________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________ 2/25-27/2017

Marking the beginning of the Lenten season, Ash Wednesday is traditionally a day of confession and repentance for the church. Join us Wednesday, March 1, 7 p.m., at the Longwood site or online.

Daddy-daughter dance is just around the corner, and we need your help!

Faith & Finances

No App for That

There are two ways to get involved.

Do you know the latest apps your kids are using?

Help us by serving the 2,400 dads and daughters during this magical evening, Friday, March 3. Sign up at signupgenius. com/go/10c084cafaf2fa5f94-2017.

Tithes & Offerings

How to Give

THROUGH MONDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 2017

There are three ways to give Tithes and Offerings:

Received to Date: $1,619,626*

Expected Received to to Date: Date: $1,885,940* $1,619,626*

2017 Budget: $13,582,911

Expected to Date: $1,885,940*

2017 Budget: $13,582,911

• At the kiosks in the foyer. • Online at northlandchurch.net • Mobile via text. Text any amount, followed by the word “northland,” to 45777. (e.g. 50 northland)

Building Payoff 2004 $43M

Building Payoff

2006 $23.9M 2009 2012 $19.4M $15.7M 2015 $13.5M

2004 $43M 2006 $23.9M 2009 2012 INITIAL $20M OFFERING BY CONGREGATION DEBT PAID TO DATE 2015 $19.4M $15.7M $13.5M

Debt Remaining: $11,596,142

DEBT REMAINING

Principal Paid 2017: $132,590

INITIAL $20M OFFERING BY CONGREGATION DEBT PAID TO DATE

DEBT REMAINING

$0 Debt Free $0 Debt Free

TippingPoint *All tithes and offerings go into one fund to resource ongoing ministry, eliminate our building debt and fund church network expansion. Learn more: tippingpoint.northlandchurch.net.

FEBRUARY 25-27, 2017

What’s Current Get info and sign up at northlandchurch.net, or ask a connection team member for assistance.

Ash Wednesday Service

Daddy-Daughter Dance Volunteers Needed

Mark the start of Lent.

Participate & Connect Our website has hundreds of archived worship services, stories about the great work God is doing and ways for YOU to Be the Church Everywhere, Every Day.

northlandchurch.net

[ ] I would like to know more about how to get connected.

Marking the beginning of the Lenten season, Ash Wednesday is traditionally a day of confession and repentance for the church. Join us Wednesday, March 1, 7 p.m., at the Longwood site or online.

Daddy-daughter dance is just around the corner, and we need your help!

Faith & Finances

No App for That

There are two ways to get involved.

Do you know the latest apps your kids are using?

Help us by serving the 2,400 dads and daughters during this magical evening, Friday, March 3. Sign up at signupgenius. com/go/10c084cafaf2fa5f94-2017.

Tithes & Offerings

How to Give

THROUGH MONDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 2017

There are three ways to give Tithes and Offerings:

Received to Date: $1,619,626*

Expected Received to to Date: Date: $1,885,940* $1,619,626*

2017 Budget: $13,582,911

Expected to Date: $1,885,940*

2017 Budget: $13,582,911

• At the kiosks in the foyer. • Online at northlandchurch.net • Mobile via text. Text any amount, followed by the word “northland,” to 45777. (e.g. 50 northland)

Building Payoff 2004 $43M

Building Payoff

2006 $23.9M 2009 2012 $19.4M $15.7M 2015 $13.5M

2004 $43M 2006 $23.9M 2009 2012 INITIAL $20M OFFERING BY CONGREGATION DEBT PAID TO DATE 2015 $19.4M $15.7M $13.5M

Debt Remaining: $11,596,142

DEBT REMAINING

Principal Paid 2017: $132,590

INITIAL $20M OFFERING BY CONGREGATION DEBT PAID TO DATE

DEBT REMAINING

$0 Debt Free $0 Debt Free

TippingPoint *All tithes and offerings go into one fund to resource ongoing ministry, eliminate our building debt and fund church network expansion. Learn more: tippingpoint.northlandchurch.net.

February 2017

Baptism Celebration Weekend If you would like to be baptized, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s never too late!

Be the church everywhere, every day.

See details on page 8.

Respond to God

Inside SHIELDING INNOCENCE

LOCAL SERVE DAYS ARE BACK!

SHORT-TERM MISSION TRIPS

BELONG MEMBERSHIP SEMINAR

Ready to make 2017 a year of spiritual growth? Learn to think like Jesus and participate in the Seeing the Kingdom study. Visit northlandchurch.net for more info and to download the FREE materials.

Shielding Innocence

Organization seeks to prevent abuse.

aleb Grover is a licensed mental health counselor and has been seeing clients since 2004. After receiving his master’s degree in counseling and his master of divinity from Reformed Theological Seminary, he began Agape Counseling Center in 2007. He aligns his counseling and teaching expertise along with being a parent of two to educate others on how to prevent sexual abuse in children. Kelly Winkler has been working as an exceptional therapist in the Orlando area since 2002. She served as a supervisor at Reformed Theological Seminary, worked as a clinical director at Willow Creek Church, and owns All Things Christian Counseling, a practice in Winter Park. Through her work and studies, and as a mom of three, preventing sexual abuse in children has become her passion. Two years ago, Caleb and Becky Grover and Kelly and Mike Winkler came together as families to launch Shielding Innocence, an organization dedicated to educating and empowering parents and caregivers

to break the cycle of sexual abuse and harm by replacing the cultural norm with the narrative of God. On February 10 and 11, they will bring the Shielding Innocence seminar to Northland. They spoke about the organization with Melinda Rutland, who has attended Northland since 2001 and has served on the worship team and in Children’s Ministries for many years. Melinda and her husband, Jason, are also the parents of two daughters, ages 3 and 6. Melinda: Tell us about starting Shielding Innocence. Caleb: After years of counseling people who had suffered through complicated cases involving sexual abuse, affairs, divorce and trauma, I enjoyed seeing God’s redemptive work. But I wondered how we could create a professional prevention program to reduce some of these situations. Kelly: My husband, Caleb and I shared an office early in our practice. And our families were really close. Our children are best friends. When the topic of sexual abuse and prevention started surfacing in our lives and in the lives of our friends who are parents, we started working together to tackle the common factors and the gaps that exist. We would see Christian families with good intentions, but we noticed there were key elements missing.

Melinda: So, as a parent, I can’t help but ask for a “sneak preview” of some of this right now. What are some of those key elements that are missing? Caleb: We want parents to realize they need to prepare for these conversations much earlier. Most parents think when their son or daughter is around 11 or 12 years old, they need to have an awkward, one-time discussion about sex. The difficulty is that if a child will be sexually abused, 63 percent of the time, it happens before they are 11. A child’s best defense against sexual abuse and harm is a relationship with his or her parent. We invest a lot of time covering ways to create that connection. It isn’t just one conversation about sex, and then you move on; it is a thousand conversations as you walk through life together. Kelly: There are things we simply must talk to our children about because we live in such a sexualized culture. What do you say to your 6-year-old when a flier comes in the mail with a picture of a Hooters girl on it? If you crumple it up and tell her not to look at it, your response is teaching her something about her body. And your desire to shield her can lead her to believe you are not the person she should go to with her questions and feelings about sex. We give parents strategies to recognize and capitalize on opportunities to put God’s beautiful version of what sex is and how our bodies are made in the hearts of their children before evil or the world’s narrative takes hold. Melinda: That seems so difficult. When you have a baby and you’re feeding the baby and he cries, you are taught that he probably has a little tummy bubble, and you can pat his back until he burps. Someone teaches you that. But nobody teaches you what to do when you take your kids to the ballet, and they see a bunch of men in semi-transparent leotards. I mean, what do you say? Caleb: Those are exactly the things we talk about. We try to put guiding principles into place so you’ll know the whens and the whys of talking about sex. This will equip you with confidence to go into those types of situations. Kelly: We also break down practical steps you can take in each age group, like birth to 2 years old for things such as body safety, what to do if your 4-year-old is playing doctor, things to talk about when your 9-year-old wants to go to a sleepover, or how to address times when your children are unsupervised around phones or the Internet. We all have those practical questions. We all think about those things in our lives individually, but corporately as believers, we’re not talking about it. This is a chance to realize it isn’t just you.

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4 COMPASSION AND RECONCILIATION (CARE) CENTER | northlandchurch.net

Local Serve DAYS Back! O

n Saturday, March 4, the blue Northland Serve shirts are returning! Throughout 2017 we will be coming together as a community once a quarter to put into practice what we have been learning as a church. The preaching series “Seeing the Kingdom” will be completed the week before, so this will be a great opportunity to practically apply this teaching. Serve day will be a time when we gather as a large group in the morning at the Longwood site and then are sent to serve throughout the community with various projects. We will also have projects on the Longwood site, including cleanup from the Daddy-Daughter Dance and setup for Joy Prom. Project sign-ups will be available in the upcoming weeks. If you are interested, contact Sean Shehan at sean.shehan@ northlandchurch.net or 407-937-1820.

‘Chosen’ Screening on February 11

21Hope will host a free screening of “Chosen,” a 20-minute documentary that tells the story of two “All-American” girls tricked into the sex trade. Eighteen-year-old Brianna was an honor-roll student and cheerleader, and worked at a local café. Thirteen-year-old Lacy was an active member of her youth group and a volunteer in the community. We invite you and your colleagues to join us for the screening and a brief follow-up discussion about the warning signs and ways to help potential victims remain safe. The presentation will take place Saturday, February 11 at 6:30 p.m. in the Northland at Longwood sanctuary. Our desire is to notify as many members of our community as possible of this event, as no one is immune from the dangers and entrapment our youths face in today’s society. Will you join us in fighting this social injustice? Let’s talk to our kids before the traffickers do. For more information, contact Meg Johnson at meg.johnson@northlandchurch.net or 121Hope at 407-949-7200.

New Worship Site: Wayman Place

he 11 a.m. Sunday service now includes one more worship site. On January 8, Wayman Place, a senior living facility in Longwood, worshiped live during the 11 a.m. service for the first time. This was made possible by a Roku device, staff members who are eager to provide live worship to residents, and residents who are willing to join live worship in addition to an established weekly Bible study. This worship is yet another unique expression of Northland. If you are interested in becoming involved with this new site, contact Matthew Shiles at matthew. shiles@northlandchurch.net or 407-937-1768.

Ivonne Schatte Joins as LifeHope Manager

lease welcome Ivonne to the CARE Center team. Previously at Northland, Ivonne was responsible for the translation of children’s curriculum material into Spanish and assisted the Distributed Church team as needed. Her new role will include day-to-day management with the LifeHope ministry. Ivonne was born in Chile, grew up in Canada in the province of Quebec, and in 2009 moved to Florida with her husband, Jon, a native of Maryland. She is fluent in Spanish, English and French. Prior to joining the Northland staff, Ivonne did freelance translation and worked in video production with her husband. She has a master’s degree in international studies from Université de Montréal and a bachelor’s in political science and German language from McGill University. She and her husband have two sons, Jonathan and Hendrick.

CARE Center Ministries DISASTER RESPONSE For details, contact Judy Head at judy.head@ northlandchurch.net or 407-388-5798.

121HOPE (Northland’s anti-human trafficking ministry) For details, contact Meg Johnson at meg.johnson@ northlandchurch.net or 407-937-0547.

ADOPTION AND FOSTER CARE For details, contact Mary Lou Couchois at marylou.couchois@ northlandchurch.net or 407-949-7165.

PRISON AND JAIL MINISTRY For details, contact Dale Cowart at dale.cowart@ northlandchurch.net or 407-949-7165.

LIFEHOPE (benevolence) For details, contact Dale Cowart at dale.cowart@ northlandchurch.net or 407-949-7165.

LIFEHOPE CHILDCARE For details, contact Melissa Rivera at melissa.rivera@ northlandchurch.net or 407-949-4017.

COMMUNITY RESOURCE NETWORK (CRN) For details, contact Evan Smith at evan.smith@ northlandchurch.net or 407-937-1807.

LOCAL PARTNERS For details, contact Angie Davies at angie.davies@ northlandchurch.net or 407-937-0554.

LOCAL SERVE (CARE Together) For details, contact Sean Shehan at sean.shehan@northlandchurch.net or 407-937-1820.

5 SERVE GLOBALLY | somedayistoday.net

How Short-Term Trips Changed My Life

Short-Term Mission Trips Alaska (student trip) — July 9-16 Brazil 1 — June 10-17 Brazil 2 — October 7-14 Camp Daniel, Wisconsin (dates TBD) Costa Rica — July 14-21

BY OLIVIA B.

few Sundays ago, I was meandering around the foyer at the Longwood site before the 11 a.m. service started. I spotted some dear friends of mine—a couple I went with to Ukraine on a short-term trip last May. It had been a few months since we’d last seen one another, and we had a joyful reunion. Not more than ten minutes later, in through the doors walked a teammate I had shared a room with on a short-term trip to Costa Rica in October. We also were ecstatic to reconnect. Later I commented to one of my friends about what a gift it has been over the last year to form such deep, meaningful

friendships with various folks with whom I’ve served internationally. Within a week, complete strangers had become lifelong friends. Based on my personal experience, I urge everyone to go on at least one international short-term trip. It would open your eyes to the world that God created, broaden your perspective on the global church, and enable you to build relationships in a very special way. This would be a terrific year for you to consider going on a short-term trip with Northland. The list of trips Northland is offering is extensive, and there are so many good options! So get your passport, and get ready for a life-changing experience.

Cuba — September 10-17 Dominican Republic (middle school students with a parent or guardian) — June 9-17 Jamaica 1 (high school students) — June 17-24 Jamaica 2 (families) — July 1-8 Ukraine — July 15-27

Visit somedayistoday.net for info!

A Northland team visits a remote community in Honduras. We were impressed that every week, the community gathers under a large tree to hold a church service. Their commitment to following Jesus together is a cherished memory!

Global Missions at Northland, A Church Distributed “For increasing God’s glory over all the earth.” READ NEW STORIES!

PARTNER CHURCH HIGHLIGHT

northlandchurch.net/globalstories

In years leading up to now, Northland has been gifted with relationship with many different churches across the globe. From South Africa to Sri Lanka to Haiti and beyond, we have developed friendship with God’s church on a global scale. Join us in praising God for blessing us with such dynamic and life-giving relationships! * There are partner churches not highlighted on this map for their safety. Pray for the persecuted church.

Kyiv, Ukraine

PRAYER REQUESTS

Please pray: • For our partner church in Sri Lanka as it and other pastors seek to spread the gospel through Asia. Pray for their safety from persecution. • For the quick recovery of a Northland-supported missionary in India who had a motor accident.

Cap Haitien, Haiti

Cairo, Egypt

Colombo, Sri Lanka

San Jose, Costa Rica Kampala, Uganda

Cape Town, South Africa

6 CHILDREN’S MINISTRIES | northlandchurch.net/children

Children’s Ministries

Happenings!

Children’s Church

Details: Debbie Blahnik, Director of Children’s Ministries, at 407-949-7162 or debbie.blahnik@northlandchurch.net • Grade School Classes (Grades 1 – 5) During all worship services in the Children’s Worship Wing. • Early Childhood Classes (Age 3 – Kindergarten) During all worship services in the Early Childhood Wing. • Infant & Toddler Care (Infants – Age 2) During all worship services in the Early Childhood Wing. • Children with Special Needs (Age 3 – Grade 5) A variety of options are available. Details: Heather Subbert at heather.subbert@ northlandchurch.net or 407-937-1828

DADDY-DAUGHTER DANCE

Cooperative School

A weekday cooperative learning environment. The Cooperative School at Northland is enrolling children who will reach the age of 2, 3 or 4 by September 1 into the weekday 2-, 3- or 4-year-old classes, respectively, for the 2016-17 school year. As classes fill up, children will be placed on a waiting list. Registration fees are collected to ensure your spot. Details: Pam Anderson at 407-949-7179 or pam. anderson@northlandchurch.net

Why did you make that?

Volunteer of the Month: Nancy Anderson

Nancy has been teaching faithfully in grade school since 2009. She is well loved by her students in the first-grade class she teaches and by all of her team members. Nancy goes above and beyond when it comes to teaching the children God’s Word and even comes in early to bookmark the Bible pages for every student. She is a wonderful example of Christ’s love and faithfulness to His church, and we are proud to have her as part of the grade school team. Thank you, Nancy, for all that you do!

INTERESTED IN VOLUNTEERING WITH CHILDREN’S MINISTRIES? We recently heard about a different kind of miracle when God sent an angel to visit a man named Zechariah (Luke 1:11-22, 62-64).

Is your child ready to take first Communion? Young Disciples Step 2 starts March 26.

Have a heart for the little ones? We’ll train you. You can do this! Connect with Debbie Blahnik at 407-949-7162 or debbie.blahnik@ northlandchurch.net

Friday, March 3, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., Northland at Longwood Tickets go on sale Friday, February 3 at northlandchurch.net. The cost: $20 for dads and $12 per daughter. Desserts and light hors d’oeuvres will be served. Questions? Contact Debbie Blahnik at debbie.blahnik@northlandchurch.net.

DADDY-DAUGHTER DANCE BOUTIQUE This is a unique boutique designed for complimentary shopping of dresses, shoes and accessories for the Daddy-Daughter Dance. Bring your gently worn, modest dresses, shoes and accessories to Northland’s welcome desk during regular business hours and the children’s wings during worship times before Monday, February 13. We need all sizes and styles, from toddler to adult. The boutique will be open Wednesdays, February 15 and 22 and March 1 from 1:30 to 3 p.m. and 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the Early Childhood Praise Time room at Northland at Longwood. Details: Debbie Blahnik at debbie.blahnik@northlandchurch.net or 407-949-7162.

IS YOUR CHILD READY TO TAKE FIRST COMMUNION? Young Disciples Step 2 teaches children in grades two through five what it means to live as disciples of Christ. Children, alongside their parent or mentor, will explore the seven ways we respond to God for the benefit of others: by worshiping, reading the Bible, sharing our story, being in community, praying, serving, and living generously. This six-week study meets weekly beginning March 26 and concludes with the celebration of Communion on May 7. A parent or adult must attend classes with the child. Register at https:// yd-step2.eventbrite.com. For questions, email Lindsay Johnson at lindsay.johnson@northlandchurch.net.

JUMPSTART FOR 5TH-GRADERS! Get a jump-start at moving on to middle school. Get to know other fifth-graders and middle school leaders through food, games and great discussions. Parents are invited for food and fellowship and a special breakout session with the Student Ministries leaders. This group meets monthly starting January 28 at 6:30 p.m. in room 5100 of the Children’s Worship Wing. Register at northlandchurch. net.

DOWNLOAD OUR CHILDREN’S MINISTRIES APP! Would you like to know what your children are learning in Children’s Church each weekend? Would you like some ideas on engaging your family in conversation about that weekend’s Bible lesson? Would you like to see a video of the weekly sketch that’s performed in grade school worship? Would you like Bible memory verse songs at your fingertips for your children? Would you like an easy way to access the calendar for Children’s Ministries at Northland? Then this app is for you, and the good news is, it’s free! Download it at northlandchurch.net/kidsapp.

7 STUDENT MINISTRIES | northlandchurch.net/middleschool or /highschool

Student Ministries

Save the Date! HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS | the EPIC Senior Trip March 15-20

MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS | Spring Retreat

Middle School Ministry

April 7-9 at Southwind

To register for any of these activities and for more detailed info, visit northlandchurch.net/middleschool. Details: Jenna Blankespoor at 407-949-7194 or jenna.blankespoor@northlandchurch.net

4TH-8TH GRADERS | Worship in the Arts Camp

LUGROX | Saturdays, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., The Rink. LUGrox is an evening full of high energy, high impact and just plain fun! You’ll find thrilling games, solid teaching, rockin’ worship and friendconnecting small groups. An optional cafe meal is available for $3. If you’ve never been to a Student Ministries program before, register at northlandchurch.net/middleschool.

Happenings!

DOMINICAN REPUBLIC MISSION TRIP | June 9 to 17 Details: Mike and Lisa Shaw at shawfamily4@gmail.com or visit somedayistoday.net

To register for any of these activities and for more detailed info, visit northlandchurch.net/highschool. Details: Jenna Blankespoor at 407-949-7194 or jenna.blankespoor@northlandchurch.net

I3 (I AM THIRD) | Wednesdays, 6:30 to 8:45 p.m., The Rink. Ninth- to 12th-graders are invited to an evening of small and large group discipleship, worship and community. Chick-fil-A food is available for $3. If you’ve never attended a Student Ministries program before, sign up at northlandchurch.net/highschool. SENIOR LIFE PREP | Sundays, through March 12, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m., Gritter’s house. This weekly gathering is for current high school seniors. It is intended to help them prepare for the phase of life after high school, no matter what that looks like. Students will have an opportunity to spend time together, share a meal and engage on a variety of topics.

JAMAICA MISSION TRIP | June 17 to 24 Details: Jack and Liz Gritter at liz.gritter@northlandchurch.net or visit somedayistoday.net

ALASKA MISSION TRIP | July 9 to 16 For more info, contact Ryan & Kailey Simpson (kailey.simpson@northlandchurch.net) or visit somedayistoday.net

Christmas Camp M

GAME NIGHT Thursdays, 6 to 8:30 p.m., The Rink. Add some active fun to your week. Come play board games, video games and sports with us. All ages are welcome. Details: gamenight@northlandchurch.net or 407-949-4036

THE UPPER ROOM

High School Ministry

ore than 200 high school students made the trek to Jasper, Georgia to attend Christmas Camp at SharpTop Cove. Brian Katauskas, Families and Students Pastor at NorthlandOviedo, led the main sessions at night, taking the students through Romans 8:1-30, speaking on being aware of the Holy Spirit in his or her own life. “This was my last year at Christmas Camp as a high schooler. I have never felt the Holy Spirit and Christ so much. [I learned that] the Holy Spirit is never completely extinguished and that God the Father will love us and never turn His back on us,” Senior Collin Hensley said. Throughout the week, students experienced the beauty of God’s creation in the mountains. Days consisted of meals with their cabins, small group time, solo time, team games, class sessions, and skits. Junior Courtney Stewart said, “Peace, power, and praise all sum up my Christmas Camp experience perfectly. It was a time where I could find myself through my brokenness, connect with God through the beautiful environment and be reminded of the Holy Spirit that thrives in me and His wonderful works.” Students had the opportunity to spend New Years Eve worshipping together after taking communion with their cabins. Led by the worship band, students and leaders were encouraged to pray together as they entered 2017. “As a first time Christmas Camper, I really think Christmas

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Camp was life changing. From zip lining to phenomenal worship to mountain climbing to deep talks, I felt myself growing closer to the girls in my cabin and closer to God. I can’t think of any other way I’d want to spend my New Years from now on,” Junior Sydney Mycroft said. Throughout the week, there were so many opportunities for students to deepen their relationships with peers and leaders. “We are beyond thankful for all of the prayers and financial support from the Northland family for Christmas Camp 2016! For five days, our students disconnected from their normal routine, and got a chance to fully engage with each day. Everything from the games we played, to the skits, to the classes, the small groups, the free time, the solo time, the worship and sermons — all of it was covered in prayer and centered around growing closer to the Lord and each other. Many students even gave their lives to the Lord for the first time! We celebrate each step that was taken this week, and are so thankful for the work that He is doing. We know that the work doesn’t end here, and ask for your continued prayers for our high school students. Thank you, thank you from the student ministries staff,” High School Minister Kailey Simpson said. Want to keep up with events happening in Student Ministries? Check out the Northland Rink Facebook, or contact Jenna Blankespoor at 407-949-7194 or jenna.blankespoor@ northlandchurch.net.

Sundays, 11 a.m., room 4218. This weekly Bible study is designed for teens with intellectual disabilities. Join us to learn more about who God is and what He has done. Details: Marty Tracey at marty.tracey@northlandchurch.net

INTERESTED IN VOLUNTEERING WITH STUDENT MINISTRIES? Just want to see what all the buzz is about? Come and check it out! Email Zach Young at zach.young@northlandchurch.net to get connected.

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BLENDED FAMILIES 8-WEEK EDUCATIONAL SERIES

Baptisms ADULT BAPTISMS Sunday, February 12, 2 p.m., Ken and Diane Watkins’ home. Get baptized by immersion or sprinkling as a public profession of personal faith in Jesus Christ (Matthew 28:19). To sign up, visit calendar.northlandchurch.net. Details: Sharon Ferreira at 407-949-7189 or sharon.ferreira@ northlandchurch.net

CHILD BAPTISMS Northland recommends the Young Disciples course for grade school-aged children prior to baptism, but it is not mandatory. Details: Debbie Blahnik at debbie.blahnik@northlandchurch.net or 407-949-7162

Bible Studies & Training ADULTS AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE Thursdays starting February 2, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., room 5209. American Sign Language is a semester-long course that exposes students to a communication mode used by people in the United States who are deaf and hard of hearing. Students will learn basic vocabulary and sentence structure, giving them the ability to communicate with other ASL learners or users. Students will also learn information about the deaf culture and the deaf community. Details: Heather Subbert at heather.subbert@ northlandchurch.net or 407-937-1828

INFANT BAPTISM/DEDICATION CLASS

BELONG/MEMBERSHIP OPPORTUNITY

Saturday, March 18, 7 p.m., rooms 4206-07. Child care is available upon request. Details: Diane Jones at 407-949-7188 or diane.jones@ northlandchurch.net

Saturday, February 25, 9 a.m. to noon, The Hub. Hear Dr. Joel C. Hunter and other senior leaders describe what it means to belong to Christ and to Northland during this one-day seminar. For childcare, contact Pauline Hale at pauline.hale@northlandchurch.net. Register at calendar.northlandchurch.net or email belong@northlandchurch.net. Details: Barbara Gritter at 407-937-0557 or barbara.gritter@ northlandchurch.net

BIBLE BOOT CAMP Tuesdays, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., room 5206. This is a co-ed, 40-week overview of the entire Bible from Genesis through Revelation, designed to help Christians explore the Word of God and grow in their understanding of who God is and what he has done. Details: John Small at smalljhsd@embarqmail.com or 352-875-5254

BIBLE BOOT CAMP II: DEEPENING OUR UNDERSTANDING Thursdays, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., rooms 1115-17. This is an existing group of committed believers who finished the 40-week Bible Boot Camp overview of the entire Bible last year with room for up to 20 additional people who are more mature in their understanding (Hebrews 6:1). Details: John Small at smalljhsd@embarqmail. com or 352-875-5254

Sundays starting February 19 through April 30, 9 to 10:30 a.m., room 4204. Become a ‘Smart’ Step-family through practical and realistic solutions to the common issues faced by step-families. This biblically based studies are suitable for pre-marrieds, re-marriages, or individuals involved in any of the multitude of ways step-families are brought together. The Smart Stepfamily 8 week educational series based on the seven fundamental steps to blended family success provides practical, realistic solutions to the issues you face as a stepfamily. The Smart Step-Family (2nd edition) workbook is required $10.99 and the book $15.99 (optional) are both available in the Northland Bookstore. Childcare is available with reservation to Pauline Hale at pauline.hale@ northlandchurch.net. Details: Jeff Reinking at jfreinking@cfl.rr.com or 407-616-6658

BOOKS AND BEYOND MID-YEAR HOMESCHOOL CONFERENCE Friday, February 3, 6:30 to 9 p.m. and Saturday, February 4, 8:15 a.m. to 5 p.m., The Rink. Davis and Rachael Carman, owners of Apologia, will head up our list of nationally known speakers! Together they will bring Friday night attendees a double dose of refreshment, speaking on trust in the Lord while we enjoy tasty desserts. Rachael will be our keynote presenter on Saturday, speaking on “How to Have a Heart for Your Child.” Davis will present multiple workshops on Saturday geared toward husbands that they won’t want to miss. Speakers include Sherri Seligson, Delia Poythress, Cheryl Bastian, Tina Farewell, Holly Giles, Connie Albers, Rich and Mary Lou Graham and more. For more information, including a schedule of workshops, and to register, visit the website for NearHim Home Educators, nearhim.com. The cost: Friday night, $8, which covers desserts, plus childcare, $6 per child up to fifth grade; and Saturday, early registration before midnight January 7, $30 per person or $45 per couple; or after January 7, NHE members pay $35 per person or $50 per couple, and non-NHE members pay $45 per person or $60 per couple. Details: Lucee Price at gobewith@gmail.com or 407-921-6835

BUSINESS GOD’S WAY Thursdays through March 2, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., room 5107. This six-week small group study teaches individuals God’s perspective of operating a business and handling money. Business God’s Way is for everyone in business leadership, the CEO or manager of a department, small business or large, whether the business is a startup or well established. Details: Bob Shoemaker at bshoemaker@compass1.org or 407-599-3132

COMMUNITY LIFE – ROMANS Sundays, 9 to 10:30 a.m., rooms 4213-15. Community Life class is focused on studying God’s Word and building stronger relationships by prayer, encouragement, outreach and service together. Details: Jim Patrick at jpatrick77.j@ gmail.com or 321-356-5944, or Linda Patrick at gingerlkp@gmail.com or 321-439-3148

CREATIVE BIBLE ART Sunday, February 12, 2 to 4 p.m., room 4204. Enjoy art and creativity? Blend your creative side with studying the Word! We will share a short devotional on the passage of choice, show the page and techniques, and encourage creativity. Looking forward to a fun time sharing and creating together. Details: Donna Kannon at donna.kannon@northlandchurch.net or 407949-7199

ESTATE PLANNING SEMINAR Sunday, February 19, 5 to 6:30 p.m., room 4206. Estate planning is not just for the wealthy; it is for everyone. Learn from experts how to establish your estate plan to pass on your values, not just your valuables. No pressure. No commitment. No cost. For childcare, contact Pauline Hale at pauline.hale@northlandchurch. net. Register at calendar.northlandchurch. net. Details: Julie Meeker at julie.meeker@ northlandchurch.net or 407-937-1772

LIFE IN COMMUNITY - LONGWOOD Sundays starting February 19, 10:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m., room 4209. Life in Community is a gathering of people who live near one another, worship together and long for a deeper connection in community. The book “Life in Community,” available at the Northland Bookstore for $13.99, is used as a backdrop to uncover why this is so challenging, our wiring and stories, and why it’s still worth it! It will be an eightweek journey to inspire and empower us all to live our lives more intentionally in community, as valuable assets in the expansion of the Kingdom. Details: Jeremy Jobson at jeremy.jobson@ northlandchurch.net or 407-937-1774

LOVE DEFINED Wednesdays, 7 to 8:30 p.m., room 4204; Sundays starting February 12, 10:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m., rooms 1115-17. The purpose of the Love Defined class is not to bring clarity to the subject of love, but to shine a light on the clarity God has already given us. Together, we will engage the pages of the Bible; the collective stories, experiences and wisdom of a group; and the voice of culture to awaken our hearts and minds to relationship-transforming love. The workbook is available in the Northland Bookstore for $20. Details: Tim Kutcher at timk@ lovedefined.org or 321-277-8675

MARRIAGE 911 Wednesdays starting February 1, 7 to 8:50 p.m., rooms 4206-07. Is your marriage in crisis? Are you separated? Are problems in your marriage escalating? Marriage 911 provides answers that can heal and mend your marriage. Since men and women participate separately, you are welcome to attend this 13-week program with or without your spouse. Linda Rooks, author of “Broken Heart on Hold,” and her husband, Marv, lead this course, along with other leaders who have victoriously walked through difficult valleys in their own marriages. Pick up a copy of “Broken Heart on Hold” ($12.99), and begin reading now to prepare your heart. Participants will use Marriage 911 workbooks ($35) in class. Both books are available in the Northland Bookstore. Details and registration: Linda at 407644-8619 or lindarooks@embarqmail.com

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SHIELDING INNOCENCE Friday, February 10 to Saturday, February 11, The Hub. Parenting in the 21st century brings some unique challenges... Learn how to build a relationship with your children that will shield them in the midst of this highly sexualized era. This seminar includes an in-depth look at the process, the predators, and your preparedness to protect your child from sexual abuse. More info at shieldinginnocence.com. Cost is $50. Details: Sharon Ferreira at sharon.ferreira@ northlandchurch.net or 407-949-7189

SHORT-TERM MISSION TRIP INFORMATIONAL MEETING: JAMAICA FAMILY TRIP Sunday, February 5, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m., room 4204. This trip is designed specifically for families. The team will build one or two small houses for a Jamaican family in the mornings. Construction includes sawing, nailing, hammering and painting. Children are able to participate in the construction and play with the Jamaican children in the community. In the afternoon, our team will facilitate a children’s Bible time, when stories, crafts, games and songs will be shared with Jamaican children. The team will also purchase and deliver food baskets to the most vulnerable and needy. For more information, visit somedayistoday.net. Details: Margie Morris at margie@guignardcompany. com or 407-234-8689

STEPHEN MINISTER TRAINING Thursdays, February 2 through May 11, 2017 (skip May 4), 6:30 to 8 p.m., rooms 4216-18. Do you have a compassionate heart? Do you want to serve the Lord by walking alongside a hurting heart experiencing loss? You may be the perfect candidate to become a Stephen Minister. The cost: $65 for books, available at the Northland Bookstore. Learn more at The Hub January 12 at 7p.m. The registration and application process applies. Details: Lynda D.W. Mason at lynda. mason@northlandchurch.net or 407-949-4013

UNDERSTANDING SPIRITUAL GIFTS Sundays, 10:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m., room 4204. The purpose of this study is to inspire believers in Jesus Christ to connect with God on a deeper level of insight, wisdom and revelation according to biblical truths on spiritual gifts. The study provides a foundational understanding of the giftings that God has given you to enable a stronger commitment to the body of Christ. As a result of the equipping, others will be motivated and involved in serving and strengthening the global church. Ultimately, God’s purpose, plan and individual calling for you will become more evident through the redemptive love of Jesus Christ. The workbook is available at the Northland Bookstore for $7.99. Details: Rhonda Mixon at rraa4mix@gmail.com

CHILDREN YOUNG DISCIPLES STEP 1 Sundays, 3 to 4:30 p.m., rooms 5108-09, Children’s Worship Wing. Is your child ready to be baptized? Young Disciples Step 1 guides children in navigating the foundational teachings of Jesus and the apostles in a child-friendly environment. It is designed to help children in grades two through five understand more about salvation, baptism and other tenets of the faith. This study concludes with the celebration of baptism February 26 at 2 p.m. in the Children’s Worship Wing. A parent or adult must attend classes with the child. The one-time fee to participate is $5 per child, which you may pay at the first class. Details: Debbie Blahnik at debbie. blahnik@northlandchurch.net

YOUNG DISCIPLES STEP 2 Sundays starting March 26, 3 to 4:30 p.m., rooms 5108-09, Children’s Worship Wing. Is your child ready to take First Communion? Young Disciples Step 2 teaches children in grades two through five what it means to live as disciples of Christ. Children, alongside their parent or mentor, will explore the seven ways we respond to God for the benefit of others: by worshiping, reading the Bible, sharing our story, being in community, praying, serving and living generously. The study concludes with the celebration of Communion. A parent or adult must attend classes with the child. The one-time fee to participate is $5 per child, which you may pay at the first class. Details: Debbie Blahnik at debbie.blahnik@ northlandchurch.net

MEN ACT LIKE MEN BOOT CAMP Tuesdays, 7 to 8:30 p.m., room 5205. This 40day study uses James MacDonald’s book “Act Like Men: 40 Days to Biblical Manhood,” and is for regular guys who believe it’s time for things to be different in their lives, for guys who are looking to get some traction in a better direction, for guys who are seeking a path forward to becoming the men God created them to be. Details: John Small at smalljhsd@embarqmail.com or 352-875-5254

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: Mike Long at 407-6253015 or mlong@brewerlong.com

AUTHENTIC MANHOOD – A MAN AND HIS WORK Saturdays, 9 to 10:30 a.m., room 4209. In these six sessions, explore and learn what God’s plan is for the work we do as men. Details: Tom Horvath at tom@tomhorvath.com or 407-557-8903

MEN OF HONOR Thursdays, 7:15 to 9 p.m., room 5102. This ministry reveals how Jesus Christ works in the daily life of the average man, making him a disciple of Christ, not just a hearer of the Word but also a doer. Come hungry for the Word, and come hungry from work—we will feed both needs! Men of Honor participants share experiences of the everyday guy and the needs of the common man and his family, struggling to survive in this world while “seeing the Kingdom of God” right here on earth. Details: Vito Fera at vitofera@ networksoundinc.com or 407-923-5115

MAN IN THE MIRROR MEN’S GROUP: “DISCIPLESHIP LIFE” Tuesdays, 6:45 to 8 a.m., room 1118. Following Christ leads us to the discipleship lifestyle: disciples who are making disciples ... who are making disciples. Details: Paul Heyd at theheydout@att.net or 407-830-8110

MEN’S LIFE IN COMMUNITY Tuesdays, 6:30 to 8 p.m., room 4128. Most of us live in a shadow of what God intended for us. Life in Community calls us into the light. Reclaiming Scripture’s stunning vision of gospel-centered community, it inspires us to live in love unbounded. Held during the Women’s Community Bible study, this is an opportunity for men to study and work out the scriptural implications for life. Details: JT Almon II at jalmon18@cfl.rr.com or 321-277-4505

WOMEN FOUNDATIONS BIBLE STUDY (FOR WOMEN) Wednesdays, 6:30 to 8 p.m., room 4216. Want to be confident and empowered, and grow closer to the Lord? Are you tired of living a roller coaster Christian experience? Or have you recently made a commitment to Christ? Then this Bible study is perfect for you! Plus, it’s a nice way to get to know other women from Northland. For childcare, contact Pauline Hale at pauline.hale@ northlandchurch.net. Details: Kari Maggard at Karimaggard@gmail.com or 407-592-3001

FOUNDATIONS 2 BIBLE STUDY (FOR WOMEN) Mondays, 6:30 to 8 p.m., rooms 4216. Would you like your Christian life to be lived out moment by moment, every day? We have been learning from Pastors Joel and Matt how crucial it is to live and grow in community. Foundations 2 is all about how to live in victory, how to walk consistently and how to be the church outside the walls of the church building. If you have been through Foundations 1 and desire to keep growing, or if you are simply looking for practical steps to integrating your faith in every area of your life, Foundations 2 is for you. For child care, contact Pauline Hale at pauline.hale@northlandchurch. net. Details: Kari Maggard at Karimaggard@ gmail.com or 407-592-3001

WOMEN’S COMMUNITY BIBLE STUDY AT NORTHLAND Mondays starting February 27, 9:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m., The Rink; or Tuesdays starting February 28, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., The Rink. Get connected with a great bunch of ladies who love God and one another! This class includes a wonderful mix of ages, and we encourage you to join whether or not you’ve participated in other Bible studies. No prior knowledge of the Bible is required. Just come with an open heart. Sign up now for Pastor Tony Evans’ study “Detours: Lessons From Joseph, the Unpredictable Path to Your Destiny.” In this study, Pastor Evans uses the epic faith, life and career of Joseph to teach us the value of detours in our lives. The workbook, available at the Northland Bookstore, costs $14.99. Details: Barbara Montgomery at Biblestudy777@cfl.rr.com

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Healing & Recovery ADULTS ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS Tuesdays, 7 to 9 p.m., rooms 5207-8. This is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with one another, that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism. Details: Frank at 407-599-9770 or Carol at 407-617-0449 or Doug at idougs@aol.com

AL-ANON SUPPORT GROUP Tuesdays, 7 to 8 p.m., room 5209. Alcoholism affects families, and can affect our emotional well-being, for better or worse. Problem drinking can make life extremely difficult for the nondrinking family member. Al‑Anon members share their experience, strength and hope in coping with an intimate relationship that is affected by alcoholism or drug abuse. Details: Nancy Cook 407-484-3069

CELEBRATE RECOVERY Fridays, 7 to 9 p.m., The Rink. Gain freedom from life’s hurts, hang-ups, and habits. Join them each week for teachings, testimonies, praise and worship, and share groups, which include CR 101; men’s chemical addiction, codependency, anger and sexual addiction; and women’s chemical addiction, codependency, love and relationship addiction, eating disorders, codependent moms, anxiety and depression, and physical, emotional and sexual abuse. They also offer programs for children and teens. This is recovery for the entire family. Dinner is available from 5:45 to 6:30 for $3; children eat free. Details: Laurie Jean Harrington or John Williams at celebraterecovery@ northlandchurch.net or 407-937-1799

COSA Thursdays, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., room 4213. Cosa is a recovery program for men and women whose lives have been affected by someone else’s compulsive sexual behavior. Child care available. Details: Dixie at LongwoodCOSA@aol. com or 407-312-3494, or cosa-recovery.org

GRIEFSHARE Mondays starting February 6, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., rooms 4204-06. GriefShare is a ministry to walk alongside those who are grieving due to the death of a loved one. The cost: $22 for the GriefShare journal, available at the Northland Bookstore. Details: Jeremy Jobson at griefshare@northlandchurch.net

THE LANDING

SAA FOR MEN

Fridays, 7 to 9:10 p.m., Children’s Worship Wing. Do you know of a hurting or struggling teen? Are you a teen who feels like life is out of control? This ongoing 52-week program, based on the beatitudes, is geared specifically toward teens in grades 6 through 12, is student-driven and runs concurrently with Celebrate Recovery. The Landing is a safe place where struggling teens can acquire tools to live a Christ-centered life. Details: Suzanne Long at slong27@gmail.com

Mondays, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., room 1115, Student Ministries and Care Center and Thursdays, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., room 5104. As a fellowship of recovering addicts, Sex Addicts Anonymous offers a message of hope to anyone who suffers from sex addiction. The basic principles of recovery practiced by SAA are found in the Twelve Steps, and they can apply the Steps and Traditions to sex addiction, making recovery possible. Child care is provided. Details: David at dbt197@gmail.com or 407-687-5390, or saarecovery.org

PRAXIS (CONQUERING FEAR, ANGER, ANXIETY) Tuesdays, 7:15 to 9 p.m., rooms 5106-07, CWW. Conquer fear, anger and anxiety through biblical principles. For child care, contact Pauline Hale at pauline.hale@northlandchurch.net. Details: Skye Engel at 407-834-3158

RCA – RECOVERING COUPLES ANONYMOUS Thursdays, 7:45 to 9 p.m., room 4215. RCA is a 12-step program and fellowship of recovering couples. They suffer from many different addictions, and they share their experience, strength and hope with one another, that they may solve their common problems and help other recovering couples restore their relationships. The primary purpose is to stay committed in loving and intimate relationships, and to help other couples achieve freedom from addictive and destructive relationships. Child care is available. Details: David at dbt197@gmail. com or 407-687-5390, Dixie at RecoveryHealing@ aol.com, or recovering-couples.org

SHOULDER TO SHOULDER First and Third Sundays, 2 p.m., Winter Springs This is a Christian support and social group for divorced women who have already completed at least one Divorce Recovery session at Northland or another church. Details: Lynn Evans 407-7215114, levans7532@gmail.comor Fenella Padrino 407-308-9186, fenellapadrino@gmail.com

Ministries

SEXUAL INTEGRITY PROCESS GROUP Mondays, 6 to 7:30 p.m., parlor, Reformed Theological Seminary, Oviedo. Join a fellowship of men pursuing sexual integrity. This group is for any man who wishes to grow in sexual integrity and wholeness. It is designed to help those who struggle with any form of compulsive sexual behavior. The group provides the opportunity to engage in a more deeply relational process of growth. We welcome all men who seek to grow in sexual integrity and to live in greater freedom. Details: Nathan Bennett at nathan.bennett@northlandchurch.net or 407949-4000

WOMEN WOMEN’S HEALING MINISTRY Wednesdays, 7 to 8:30 p.m., room 4218. This group will provide hope and a safe place to heal if you have experienced sexual betrayal, deception and lies of secrecy that keep you in bondage. Details: Vicki M. Wotring at 520-631-0886 or celebratelife3@aol.com

ADOPTION/FOSTER CARE MINISTRY Third Thursday of each month, 6:30 p.m., Fellowship Hall. Are you interested or experienced in adoption or foster care? This group provides information, community and enrichment. Child care is available; contact Pauline Hale at pauline.hale@northlandchurch. net. Details: Dale.Cowart at dale.cowart@ northlandchurch.net or 407-949-7165

ANTI-HUMAN TRAFFICKING MINISTRY MEETING Second Thursday of each month, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Fellowship Hall. If you have a passion for anti-trafficking, join other Northland members to take action through specific roles needed to end trafficking in our community. Details: Gretchen Kerr at gretchen.kerr@northlandchurch.net

ARABIC DISTRIBUTED CHURCH Sundays, 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m., the Rink. This group meets for Bible study, fellowship, prayer and praise in the Arabic language. The class targets those who need to worship in Arabic. Child care is available. Details: 407-949-4018, ext. 1712 or arabic@northlandchurch.net

STEPHEN MINISTERS Need a Stephen Minister? If you are in our congregation and are going through a difficult time and need a Stephen Minister, who can walk alongside you for a season, contact Lynda Mason at 407-949-4013.

MEN 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. Workbook cost: $19.95 at Northland’s bookstore. Details: Bryan at 816-206-4167, Jim at 407-7017796, or Kevin Urichko at 407-949-7166 or kevin. urichko@northlandchurch.net

CO-ED FLAG FOOTBALL Saturdays, 9:30 a.m., Sunnytown Park, Casselberry. Join us for adult coed flag football for 6 on 6 with halftime devotionals. No skills required. Just looking for fun and fellowship. Details: Dan Brown at 269-599-6537 or Chris Curran at 407-687-6537 or tbbuc40@netzero. com

CONNECT Sundays, 8:45 to 10:30 a.m., rooms 4206-07. Are you passionate about people? Do you enjoy helping others feel welcome? Connect is where we gather and grow with other Connect team members as we explore what it looks like to be part of a spiritual family that follows Jesus together. Details: Thomas Blevins at thomas. blevins@northlandchurch.net

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THE GATHERING (YOUNG ADULTS MINISTRY) Third Thursday every month, 7 p.m., The Rink. A gathering of young adults (whether or not students, married or professionals) who desire to be in community with one another. There will be worship and discussion, and they will discover ways to be the church together. Details: youngadults@northlandchurch.net

GOLF MINISTRY — LINKS FELLOWSHIP OF CENTRAL FLORIDA Second Friday of each month, various locations. Links is a nondenominational Christian ministry whose mission is to link golfers around the world with other Christian golfers. Each month they have a different speaker and golf format. The cost is reasonable and includes golf, a cart, range balls, tax and prizes. Details: and reservations: Parks Reinhardt at 407-3354223 or linksfellowship@cfl.rr.com

FAITHABILITY Sundays, 9 a.m., room 4218. This is a weekly Bible study for adults with intellectual disabilities. Join them as they learn about who God is and what He has done according to His Word. Registration is required. For more information or to register, contact the group at faithability@ northlandchurch.net or 407-937-1828.

TRANSFORMERS — YOUNG MARRIED COUPLES (MID-20S TO -50S) Sundays, 10:45 a.m. to noon, Fellowship Hall, Student Ministries and Care Center. Our goal is to build relationships and grow in our marriages by studying God’s Word and applying it to our lives. For child care, contact Pauline Hale at pauline.hale@northlandchurch.net. Details: Alex and Brani Crane at Alex Crane at Transformers.northland@gmail.com or 321-3030831

HISPANIC GATHERING Sundays, 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m., Fellowship Hall. “Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity!” (Psalm 133:1, KJV). Join them for a joyful time of worship and going deeper in studying God’s Word in Spanish. Details: Leonardo Mateus at leonardo.mateus@ northlandchurch.net or 407-459-3650

KNIT AND CHAT

SIGNING CHOIR

Tuesdays, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Foyer by Information Desk. This group is for those who knit (or crochet) or want to learn how to knit. Knit and Chat is intended for fellowship while sharing the joy of knitting. Contact Pauline Hale at pauline.hale@northlandchurch.net for child care for children 10 and under. www.facebook. com/knitandchat. Details: Cassie Small at cassandra.543@juno.com or 407-834-5203

Sundays, 1 to 2:30 p.m., room 5100, Children’s Worship Wing. Using American Sign Language and physical movement, the choir’s goal is to lead members of the deaf and hard-of-hearing community in worship in an environment where they can express the lyrics and “see the beat.” Adults and teens are welcome; participants must attend, but they do not need experience. Details: northlandchurch.net/signingchoir or Eleanor Tracey at eleanor.tracey@northlandchurch.net

MEN’S RACQUETBALL GROUP Wednesdays, 6 p.m., Sanlando Park in Altamonte Springs. After game time, the group members sit on benches and fellowship by telling life’s stories and praying for one another’s needs. No experience is required. Details: Alex Crane at alexmcrane@live.com or 321-303-0831

MOMS4MOMS Monthly on Mondays (dates may vary), 9:30 a.m., The Rink. Moms of newborns and children through 6 years old, join us for fellowship and encouragement as we journey through motherhood together. Childcare is provided for kids 6 months old and up. Registration is required. The cost: $30 per semester. Details: Katie Justice at katiejustice5@gmail.com or Stephanie Ball at stephanieball1@yahoo.com

MOTORCYCLE MINISTRY RESCHEDULED TEEN CHALLENGE WE CARE RIDE Saturday, February 4, 9:30 a.m., meet near Teen Challenge and depart at 10. We will drop the items off and then go for a nice ride near the Volusia coast with a lunch stop and back. Teen Challenge is a Christian-based program with a great group of men trying to get there lives back on track. We want to help them and show that we care about them and no one at Teen Challenge has been forgotten. What we are doing is bringing care items, such as hygiene essentials like soap, shaving cream, disposable razors, toothbrushes, toothpaste, floss, antiperspirant, combs, brushes, shampoo and men’s clothing in good condition (as long as it doesn’t have a major logo or writing on it). You can even donate a new or used bible or Christian book. Details: Lori Landers at 352-589-1011

NORTH SPORTS AND GAMES

JOY (JUST OLDER YOUTHS) CONNECTION (AGE 55 AND ABOVE)

Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:15 to 6:15 p.m., room 5100 and The Rink. After school program providing an encouraging environment for spiritual growth thru organized play in physical sports, board games, and video games. Small group instruction and mentoring are provided by young adults and high school students with the goal of encouraging middle school students to improve their skills in a variety of sports and games while being discipled with spiritual lessons from “Ready, Set, Go”. Space is limited so register quickly at nland.ch/ northsportssignup. Details: Alicia Cash at alicia. cash@northlandchurch.net or 407-937-0559.

The second and fourth Wednesday of each month, 10:30 a.m. to noon, fellowship hall, Student Ministries and CARE Center. Come join our group as we fellowship and encourage one another. We will discover our own personal spiritual gifts and how these gifts benefit others and the church as a whole. Details: Brian King at brian.king@northlandchurch.net or 407-937-0567

First Saturday of each month, 9:30 a.m., room 1117, the Rink. They sew various easy-to-make items for charitable donation. Bring your portable machine (if you have one), basic sewing tools, ideas for projects and a giving heart! Details: Joan Siegel at siegeljk@aol.com

REUNIÓN DOMINICAL HISPANA DOMINGOS

Domingos, 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m., Fellowship Hall. “Mirad cuan Bueno y cuan delicioso es habitar los hermanos juntos en armonía!” (Sal. 133:1). Únete a ellos para un hermoso tiempo de alabanza y adoración profundizando en el estudio de la palabra de Dios en español. Details: Leonardo Mateus a leonardo.mateus@ northlandchurch.net or 407-459-3650

SEW AND SERVE

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

THURSDAY EVENING PRAYER MEETING Thursdays, 6 to 7 p.m., room 4128. You are invited to join us for the intercessory prayer time. We intercede for the weekly prayer requests submitted online. We also pray for the elders, pastors, staff, congregations and communities. We pray for the distributed churches, local and global partners, missionaries, ministries and much more. Details: Gus Davies at gus.davies@ northlandchurch.net or 407-949-4008

HISPANIC MINISTRY - SPANISH TRANSLATION Sundays, 9 and 11 a.m. services. Spanish translation is available online and listening devices are available at the Welcome Desk. Join the Facebook page at www.facebook.com/ northlandhispano. Details: Leonardo Mateus at leonardo.mateus@northlandchurch.net or 407-459-3650

MINISTERIO HISPANO - TRADUCCIÓN A ESPAÑOL

Domingos, en los servicios de las 9 y 11 a.m. Traducción a español esta disponible en línea. Los auriculares para escuchar el servicio estan disponibles en el Mostrador de Bienvenida o “Welcome Desk”. Información en nuestra página de Facebook en www.facebook.com/ northlandhispano. Details: Leonardo Mateus at leonardo.mateus@northlandchurch.net or 407-459-3650

Serve at Northland FOR ADDITIONAL WAYS TO SERVE AT NORTHLAND, VISIT NORTHLANDCHURCH.NET/VOLUNTEER. BUDDY BREAK NEEDS BUDDIES Buddy Break is a three-hour monthly respite event for families with special needs. Parents drop off their children for a special program planned just for them. Parents are able to enjoy their morning knowing their children are well cared for and are having a blast! We always have activities planned to help make each month a special experience for the VIP and the Buddy. Be a Buddy to one of our VIPs, and join in the fun! Details: Holly Christian at holly.christian@ northlandchurch.net or 407-937-0577

CHILDREN’S MINISTRIES There are plenty of ways to serve in Children’s Ministries. Whether it is through preparing the weekly take-home resources, teaching or helping in a classroom on the weekends, or manning the children’s library during the week, volunteers make a difference. Details: Debbie Blahnik at debbie.blahnik@northlandchurch.net or 407949-7162

COMMUNION SERVERS Communion servers are needed the first weekend of each month. Training provided. Details: Lauren Travers at communion@ northlandchurch.net

LIFEHOPE CHILDCARE VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION Thursday, January 12, 2 to 3 p.m., room 1118. After attending this class, you’ll be eligible to volunteer with our LifeHope Childcare babies. Come learn the do’s and don’ts of being a volunteer for our infants and toddlers. Details: Melissa Rivera at melissa.rivera@ northlandchurch.net or 407-949-4017

LOCAL QUARTERLY SERVE DAY Saturday, March 4, 7:30 a.m. to noon, foyer. Serve day will be a time when we gather as a large group in the morning at the Longwood site and then are sent to serve at various projects throughout the community. We will also have projects on-site, including cleanup from the Daddy-Daughter Dance and setup for Joy Prom. Details: Sean Shehan at sean.shehan@ northlandchurch.net or 407-937-1821

SPECIAL NEEDS CHILDREN AND TEENS Classroom assistant during worship services. Details: Heather Subbert at 407-9371828 or heather.subbert@northlandchurch.net

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USHERS AND GREETERS

CO-FACILITATE CLASSES IN THE JAIL

Greet and seat those attending worship services. No experience necessary. Details: Barbara Gritter at barbara.gritter@ northlandchurch.net or 407-949-4000

Men, women or couples are needed to share their faith and knowledge with Seminole County inmates who desire a change in their lives. Training and workbooks are provided. This is a twice-a-month commitment. Details: Dale Cowart at dale.cowart@northlandchurch.net

WEEKDAY WELCOME DESK Weekday volunteers are needed to answer phones and greet visitors. Flexible hours. Details: Barbara Gritter at barbara.gritter@ northlandchurch.net or 407-949-4000

WANT TO SERVE GOD WITH YOUR MUSIC? Do you have a musical talent that you would like to use to glorify God? Do you play an instrument? Celebrate Recovery is looking for talented musicians who are willing to make a commitment to our worship band, Broken. Details: Reed Banjanin at banjo333@hotmail.com or 407-4562092

WELCOME TEAM Believers are needed to make phone calls, welcoming first-time visitors and connecting with interested attendees regarding various ministry projects. Training provided, flexible hours. Details: Brian King at brian.king@northlandchurch.net or 407-937-0567

Serve with Northland BLOOD DRIVE Sunday, January 8, 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Northland at Longwood. To reduce your waiting time, you may schedule a time slot at www. floridasbloodcenters.org. Details: Ruth Sapp at ruth.sapp@northlandchurch.net or 407-9494039

CEF NEEDS VOLUNTEERS FOR CHRISTMAS OUTREACH Saturday, December 10, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Harvest Time International, 225 Kennel Road, Sanford. Child Evangelism Fellowship (CEF) of Central Florida needs volunteers to serve with it so it can share the Christmas story with boys and girls in its neighborhood. If your family, friends and/or small group can help, contact Jeneba E. Davies at 407-435-4673 or Jenebad@cefcenfl. com.

DISASTER RESPONSE TEAMS Train and prepare for serving during times of disaster and local outreach field exercises. All levels of experience are needed, from professionals to those who want to be trained. Details: Judy Head at judy.head@ northlandchurch.net or 407-388-5798

DO YOU SPEAK SPANISH? WE NEED YOUR HELP! We are looking for volunteers to help with the translation of English texts into Spanish. We do not need professional translators, but bilingual people who have a basic knowledge of Office. If you are interested in serving in this area, contact Ivonne Schatte at ivonne.schatte@ northlandchurch.net.

¿HABLA ESPAÑOL? ¡NECESITAMOS SU AYUDA!

Se buscan voluntarios de habla hispana para ayudar con la traducción de textos en inglés al español. No necesitan ser traductores profesionales, sino personas bilingües que sepan manejar Office Word. Si está interesado y le gustaría servir en esta área, por favor contacte a Ivonne Schatte ivonne.schatte@ northlandchurch.net

HOST FAMILIES NEEDED: GREAT FAMILY MISSIONS PROJECT Mission To Japan, a Northland supported ministry, is bringing several Japanese college students to Orlando March 3 ~ 31, so they can experience American culture and practice their English. The program is Mission To Japan’s primary way of sharing the gospel with Japanese people (only 1% of Japanese are Christian). Mission To Japan takes care of the students during the day with English and Bible classes at Northland as well as sightseeing trips. Host families are needed to receive students in the evenings and provide meals, a room, and Christian friendship. This is a great way for the whole family to learn about a foreign culture, share God’s love, and make a new friend for life. Details: Warren Griffith at 407-243-8867 or info@ MissionToJapan.org or MissionToJapan.org

LIVE WORSHIP WITH INMATES Servant leaders are needed to attend worship in the jail and connect with the inmates. Opportunities exist at all worship service times. No experience is necessary. Details: Dale Cowart at dale.cowart@northlandchurch.net

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 at Northland at Longwood. Details: Patsy Grannan at 407-538-5209 or pjgrannan@yahoo. com

CELEBRATE RECOVERY – INSIDE

FINANCIAL ALLIES NEEDED

MEN MENTORING FATHERLESS BOYS

Co-facilitate weekly classes in the Seminole County jail. A workbook, a DVD and materials are available. Must have one or more years of recovery. Minimum commitment: twice a month. Details: Dale Cowart at dale.cowart@ northlandchurch.net

Financial Allies are needed for Faith and Finances, a biblically integrated financial curriculum designed for low-income people. Allies provide encouragement, advocacy and supportive friendship as a class participant strives to become economically self-sufficient. Details: Dale Cowart at dale.cowart@ Northlandchurch.net or 407-949-7165

No age limit or experience required. Must be able to devote at least one hour per week. Details: David Keys at nlmentoring@gmail.com

CHILD ADVOCATES Become a Guardian ad Litem. In an ideal situation, a child has a parent or caregiver paying attention, but for many children, there is no one. Will you give some of your time and compassion to such a child? As a GAL volunteer, a Court-Appointed Special Advocate, you would be there to speak in the child’s best interest. Details: Diane Klebanow at 407-665-5386 or GALSeminoleInfo@seminolecountyfl.gov

CHILD EVANGELISM FELLOWSHIP OF CENTRAL FLORIDA NEEDS VOLUNTEERS Serve in Good News Clubs in public elementary schools after school. They provide orientation and training. Details: Jeneba Davies at 407-4354673 or jenesthe1@bellsouth.net

CHRISTIANS IN PUBLIC EDUCATION CIPE inspires Christians to embrace their God-ordained role as missionaries in public education, whether as teachers, custodians, bus drivers, cafeteria workers or administrators, helping them to recognize how their walk as Christians impacts everyone around them. Details: Nan Parker at 352-602-9200 or nancparker@gmail.com, Gracia Miller at 407-415-1461 or millergracia@gmail.com, christiansinpubliceducation.org or ceai.org

HARVEST TIME INTERNATIONAL NEEDS VOLUNTEERS. This mission ministry needs volunteers to check in clients; help with office work, fundraising and social media; stock shelves; and sort relief products Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The ministry also accepts community service volunteers. Learn more at harvesttime. org. Details: 407-878-5526 or volunteer@ harvesttime.org

HOSPICE OF THE COMFORTER Volunteers provide patient and family support, as well as crucial administrative assistance, community outreach, fundraising and help with special projects. Free training is provided. Details: Volunteer Services Department at 407-379-2254, or hospiceofthecomforter.org/ volunteers

MENTORS AND CLASSROOM ASSISTANTS Mentors and classroom assistants are needed for Milwee Middle School students in Longwood. Need to be 18 years old or older and available at least one hour per week until the end of the school year. Must complete SCPS Dividend process. Details: Buzz Vincent, Milwee Middle School at 407-463-9398 or blv292@cfl.rr.com

SUMMER MISSION TRIP TO JAPAN (COLLEGE STUDENTS) Mission to Japan, a Northland-supported ministry, is planning a four-week mission trip to Japan for college students (ages 18 through 22) May 3 through 29. Details: Warren Griffith at 407243-8867 or info@MissionToJapan.org

PETPALS Saturdays, except the fifth Saturday of the month. Share your pets with people in nursing homes, assisted living facilities and more. Details: Ann Clark at ann@clarkmail.us or 407-808-7892

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SERVE WITH NANAS, PAPAS AND FRIENDS Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m. to noon, Kindergarten children; 11 to 11:45 a.m., Special needs or Pre-K children, Goldsboro Elementary Magnet School, Sanford. Join us in bringing fun, excitement, and the joy of reading to a kindergarten, prek or special needs child! Students develop a love of reading, teachers appreciate having additional help, and Nanas, Papas and Friends know that they make a difference. This program is part of the Seminole County School District’s Dividends Program and Retired Seniors Volunteer Program (RSVP). Details: Rebekah Richey at handr527@aol.com or 407-252-7009

Special Events ‘CHOSEN’ FILM SCREENING Saturday, February 11, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Sanctuary. 121Hope will host a free screening of “Chosen,” a 20-minute documentary that tells the story of two All-American girls tricked into the sex trade. We invite you and your colleagues to join us for the screening and a brief follow-up discussion about the warning signs and ways to help potential victims remain safe. Details: Meg Johnson at meg.johnson@northlandchurch.net

INTERFAITH OPPORTUNITIES

Donations PLEASE TAKE CLEAN, USABLE CLOTHING, TOYS, HOUSEHOLD ITEMS, NONPERISHABLE FOOD ITEMS AND SUPPLIES TO THE SHARING CENTER, FAIRMONT PLAZA, 600 N. HIGHWAY 1792, LONGWOOD. DETAILS: 407-260-9155 OR THESHARINGCENTER.ORG 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: Judy Head at judy.head@ northlandchurch.net Vehicles Needed at LifeHope. Many families working with the LifeHope ministry are able to obtain a job and begin the process of getting back on their feet, but transportation becomes a barrier. Vehicles must be safe and in good working condition. Details: Bud Abt at 407-4150036 or bud.abt@northlandchurch.net to donate your vehicle Men’s casual clothes, backpacks, blankets, tennis shoes and hygienic supplies, are needed by Downtown Homeless ministry at St. George’s Orthodox Church, a ministry to the homeless in Orlando. Details: Dave Mullen at dmull77@yahoo.com 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 at bethany.durys@ northlandchurch.net or 407-937-0541 Bibles are needed for the Downtown Homeless Ministry. Donate new or used Bibles at the Northland Bookstore. Details: Dave Mullen at dmull77@yahoo.com Bed sheets, pillowcases and other items are needed at Safehouse of Seminole for battered women and their children. Complete needs list at www.safehouseofseminole.org. Details: admin@ safehouseofseminole.org or 407-302-5220 Recovery House of Central Florida needs donations to help support its men’s residential peer-run and peer-driven nine-month program dealing with drug addiction and alcoholism. The house needs donations of vehicles to transport the men to church, items for 12-step meetings and work, lawn equipment, tools and appliances. Details: 407-323-5857

Beyond Northland LOOKING FOR MINISTRY-RELATED JOBS IN CENTRAL FLORIDA? NEED TO HIRE AT YOUR MINISTRY? FIND AND POST PAID POSITIONS AT JOBS.NORTHLANDCHURCH.NET.

ADULTS ABORTION RECOVERY Bible study for post-abortive men or women that meets in a confidential, supportive setting. Details: Reveille Ministries at 407-333-0404

CENTRAL FLORIDA’S JOB FAIR (CFEC.ORG) Wednesday, March 29, noon to 4 p.m., Central Florida Fairgrounds & Exposition Park, 4603 W. Colonial Drive, Orlando. 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 at 407-834-4022 or christianhelp. org

COMMUNITY BIBLE STUDY Wednesdays, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., Community United Methodist Church, 4921 S. U.S. Highway 17-92, Casselberry. Join them in studying the Gospel of Matthew. They are an interdenominational women’s Bible study serving Orlando and the surrounding area, and they offer effective teaching, small group discussion, genuine fellowship and a children’s program. Women from all backgrounds and with all levels of Bible knowledge are welcome. Registration is always open. Details: Carol at 505-620-5568 or www.communitybiblestudy.org

• Interfaith Discussion Wednesday, February 8, 7 to 8:30 p.m., Adventist University of Health Sciences, Florida Hospital, 671 Winyah Drive, Orlando. Topic: “Your Faith Tradition and Science.” How does your faith tradition view science? Do your faith tradition and science play complementary roles? Are they in competition? If there’s a differing perspective, must one side automatically yield to the other? How are contradictory explanations addressed? Come prepared to discuss these questions and more. Join the respectful, open and candid discussion, sponsored by the Interfaith Council of Central Florida. The participants represent a variety of faith traditions as well as those who question the validity of faith altogether. Admission is free. Everyone is invited. • “Friends Talking Faith” Tuesdays, 6:30 to 7 p.m., 90.7-FM radio. The “Three Wise Guys” (Rabbi Steven Engel, Rev. Bryan Fulwider and Imam Muhammad Musri) come together to discuss topics from the perspective of the different religions they represent. This month the guys will take on the topic of “Politics of Resentment.” They’re interviewing a faith leader who heads one of the largest groups within Hinduism. On February 21, Northland’s Robert Ray will meet the guys to discuss Northland’s 121Hope ministry, which deals in a fundamental way with the problem of human trafficking in the Orlando area, how Northland is addressing the issue, and how you can get involved. (Some of his facts will shock you.) Finally, they’ll converse with leaders of the new interfaith yoga practice that is taking Central Florida by storm. They will discuss these and other important issues in February. Details: Robert Ray at 407-415-8528 or Robert. Ray@nrmafla.com

MEALS ON WHEELS, ETC. Meals on Wheels, Etc. provides home-delivered meals, transportation services and other services to vulnerable seniors in Seminole County. Details: Marci Carter at 407-333-8877, ext.103, or mcarter@mealsetc.org.

MONTHLY COMMUNITY PRAYER TIME Second Friday of each month, 1 to 3 p.m., Community United Methodist Church, Fellowship Hall, 17-92, Casselberry. Details: Kay Johnson at 321-277-8358 or Nancy Allen at 407-327-5077

MEN CHRISTIAN BUSINESSMEN’S CONNECTION 7 to 8 a.m.: Tuesdays, IHOP Restaurant, 1345 Lee Road, Orlando; Thursdays, Perkins, University & Forsyth, Winter Park. A worldwide men’s ministry for 85 years (www.cbmc.com) that meets for fellowship, prayer, and discussion of God’s principles for business. Details: Armand Dauplaise at 407-221-3114 or adauplaise@ aol.com; Pat Leupold at 407-538-6026 or huskerball1956@gmail.com.

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PARENTS NEARHIM HOME EDUCATORS Supports and encourages families that God has called to teach their children at home. Details: www.nearhim.com

WOMEN POST ABORTIVE COUNSELING These post-abortion ministries share the healing grace of Jesus without judgment. • Choices Women’s Clinic 2992 Edgewater Dr., Orlando. Details: Stella King at truelifechoice.org, 407-244-5529 or SKing@truelifechoice.org • Sanford & Oviedo Crisis Pregnancy Center 1002 S. French Ave., Sanford. Details: Andrea Krazeise at sanfordcpc.com or 407-323-3384 • Cornerstone Pregnancy Center 2025 Culver Rd., Orlando. Details: Michelle Lewis at 407-208-9058 or directorofcpc@ gmail.com

WOMEN’S CONNECTION LUNCHEON Third Thursday of each month, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., DeBary Golf & Country Club, 300 Plantation Drive. All women are invited to the monthly luncheon, designed to connect women with God, their community, and each other. Details: Judy Ann Mumford at jamumford@gmail. com or 386-753-9376

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 at info@ J4Leaders.org or 407-522-4797

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Melinda: I’ll admit that the thought of coming to a conference talking about children and sexual abuse with a whole bunch of other people makes me uncomfortable. Caleb: That is totally normal and understandable. It is a very vulnerable topic. Many parents are afraid to even talk about it. But the question is this: Do you want to pass that on to your kids, or do you want to come and work through that and change that sexual legacy for your kids? People have to make that decision. Even if you don’t talk about sex, there will still be a sexual legacy in your family. We want to help parents change the cultural sexual legacy to a godly sexual legacy so sex is what it is meant to be: a beautiful thing between a husband and a wife. Sexual abuse and harm can destroy the sexual intent God has for our entire lives. Kelly: Being afraid usually indicates an opportunity for God to speak to that fear and then empower you to do something with it. If you’re afraid and uncomfortable, that probably means you should go forward to see what God has for you and what He will do with that fear. It is OK to be afraid. But have a healthy fear, not a paralyzing fear. Melinda: You’ve mentioned sexual abuse and sexual harm. I’m not sure I know the difference. Kelly: Sexual abuse is traditionally defined as inappropriate touching and beyond. Sexual harm is any way that your sexuality is affected that is against the intent of God. For example, most kids will see some form of pornography by the time they are 9 years old. That is sexual harm. Body shaming or being made fun of for how your body is shaped can cause harm if you don’t have a relationship established with a parent to get clarification. Viewing something sexual on television, in a movie or on the Internet, even if it isn’t considered pornography, can result in sexual harm. Caleb: Curiosity and the desire to solve a mystery are totally normal. But you end up with kids who are pretending to be experts to one another about things such as masturbation or seeing a photo of a naked celebrity online. If those mysteries aren’t solved by a parent or someone they trust, kids will go and find the answers to the mysteries themselves. Melinda: Who is invited to this conference? Should I bring my husband? Where do I sign up? Can we start now? I’m totally feeling as if I’ve missed the boat already. Caleb: You haven’t missed the boat, and it is never too late to start being proactive. You can sign up online at www.shieldinginnocence.com/events/ or calander.northlandchurch.net. There is a $50 fee that covers materials, snacks on Friday evening and a light breakfast Saturday morning. Kelly: You should definitely bring your spouse. We provide a notebook with lots of information, but I can’t tell you how many moms come to me at the end and say how much they wish they had included their husbands. The conference is geared toward anyone in a nurturing role for children 13 and under, but if parents have older children, they are still welcome to attend. Melinda: Is there anything I need to do to prepare in advance? Caleb: You can begin to ask yourself how you approach sexuality in your own home. Kids are always paying attention to what you’re doing and saying. They know what kinds of things they can or can’t ask mom and dad. They know what feelings they can and can’t talk about. You could start with reflecting on that, even if you don’t feel you have the answers. Kelly: Pray that God would give you courage to attend because traditionally it does feel like a topic that you would rather run away from. But if the church can start a revolution where we are the home of open conversation, where we are communicating and participating in connected parenting, and raising kids with great wisdom in this area, we could start a beautiful revolution. The church could be a safe haven from sexual abuse and harm, and others could look to us as an example. Perfect love casts out fear. Jesus will come with us if we are willing to go. When: Friday, February 10, 6 to 9 p.m. and Saturday, February 11, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Where: The Hub Where to register: www.shieldinginnocence.com/events/ or calander.northlandchurch.net Cost: $50. Covers materials, snacks on Friday evening and a light breakfast Saturday morning. How to register for childcare: Childcare will be provided for children in 5th grade or younger. Contact Pauline Hale at pauline.hale@northlandchurch.net.

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What We Believe THE BIBLE — We believe the Scripture, both Old and New Testaments, is verbally inspired of God, is inerrant in the original writings, and is the Christian’s final authority in faith and conduct. (2 Timothy 3:16) GOD —

The Trinity — We believe in one God, Creator of all things, infinitely perfect and eternally existing in three persons – Father, Son and Holy Spirit. (Genesis 1:26; Deuteronomy 6:4; Isaiah 6:8) Jesus Christ — We believe by miracle of the virgin birth that the Lord Jesus Christ, eternal Son of God, became man without ceasing to be God in order to reveal God and to redeem man. He is the substitutionary sacrifice for our sins and arose bodily from the dead for our justification. He is now exalted at the right hand of God, Head of the Church and Lord of the individual believer, fulfilling His ministry as our Great High Priest and Advocate. (Matthew 1:18-23; John 1:1-3) Holy Spirit — We believe that the ministry of the Holy Spirit is to glorify the Lord Jesus Christ. He convicts the world of sin, regenerates and converts sinners, and baptizes them into the church, which is the body of Christ. We believe that He indwells, guides, instructs and empowers the believer for godly living and service, and that He seals and keeps him until the Lord comes. We believe that He bestows spiritual gifts upon each one. We believe that the believer has received one or more spiritual gifts so that he might exercise them for the strengthening and outreach of the body of Christ. The practice of any gift in any gathered body shall be in keeping with the Scripture. (John 14:16-17; Ephesians 4:30; 1 Corinthians 12:7)

THE MEANS OF SALVATION — We believe that salvation from the guilt and condemnation of sin is possible only as the gift of God’s grace. It cannot be gained by good resolutions, sincere efforts, or submission to the rules, regulations or ordinances of any church, but is freely bestowed on all who put their faith in Christ and trust in the work that Christ accomplished on the cross of Calvary. All who so trust the Savior pass from death unto life, and are forgiven of their sins, accepted by the Father, and born into His family by the regenerating work of the Holy Spirit through the Word of God. (John 5:24; Ephesians 1:6-7; 2:8-9; Titus 3:5; 1 Peter 1:23) SECURITY, ASSURANCE AND RESPONSIBILITY — We believe that all the saved,

those in whom God has accomplished His transforming work of grace, are kept by His power and are thus secure in Christ forever. It is their privilege to rejoice in the assurance of their salvation. However, this assurance must not be the occasion for sin, for God in His holiness cannot tolerate persistent sin in His children, and in infinite love He corrects them. True faith in Christ is expressed by a fruitful, Godpleasing life. (John 10:27-29; Romans 8:19-39; 1 John 5:13; Hebrews 12:6; Matthew 7:20; James 2:20)

MAN — We believe that man was created in the image of God, but that he sinned, incurring not only physical death, but also spiritual death, which is separation from God and which is inherited by every member of Adam’s race. We believe that man is subject to the power of the devil and has within himself no possible means of recovery or salvation. (Genesis 1:26; 1 John 1:8-10; Romans 6:23) THE CHURCH — We believe that the true church is composed of all who, through saving faith in Jesus Christ, have been regenerated by the Holy Spirit, that those

who are members of the true church will be eligible for membership in the local church. Baptism and the Lord’s Supper are to be observed by the church during the present age. Baptism and the Lord’s Supper are acts of obedience to the Lord. Participation in them, though, is not to be regarded in any sense as a means of salvation. (Acts 2)

THE CHRISTIAN’S WALK — We believe that we are called with a holy calling to walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit, and so to live in the power of the indwelling Spirit of God. The flesh (our natural desire), which in this life is never fully eradicated, must be kept by the Spirit (through our walk of faith), constantly in subjection to Christ, or it will surely manifest its presence in our lives, to the dishonor of our Lord. (Ephesians 2:10; Galatians 5:16) THE ETERNAL STATE — We believe that the souls

of those who have trusted in the Lord Jesus Christ for salvation do, at death, immediately pass into His presence and there remain in conscious bliss until the resurrection of the body at His coming for the church, when soul and glorified body, reunited, will be associated with Him forever in glory. We believe that unbelievers will be punished with everlasting separation from the presence of the Lord and the glory of His power. (John 3:15-16; Hebrews 9:28; Matthew 25:41-46) Find out more at northlandchurch.net/about.

Our Purpose: Why we are here. From its inception in 1972, Northland has been unwavering in its purpose: To bring people to maturity in Christ.

Our Vision: What we see. A vision is a clear mental picture of a preferable future. It sees the future through the eyes of faith. It shares the perspective of the biblical writer when he wrote the following words: “Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen” (Hebrews 11:1, NASB). Northland’s vision is to see people coming to Christ, and to be transformed together as we link locally and globally to worship and serve everywhere, every day.

Our Mission: What we do. At Northland, we believe God’s call to us as a body of believers is to respond to Him for the benefit of others. There are countless ways that one can respond to God’s grace and goodness. We have identified the following ways that we, as a church, regularly want to respond together: Worship God — John 4:21 Glorify God for who He is and what He has done. Read the Bible — Jeremiah 1:12 Study God’s message to you often. Share your story — 1 Peter 3:15 Tell others what God is doing in your life. Be in community — John 13:35 Foster environments for relationship. Pray — 1 Peter 3:12 Engage in conversation with God. Serve others — Matthew 25:40 Meet the needs of the people around you. Live generously — Matthew 6:21 Give what God’s given you. We believe that as we respond to God together we will be transformed into the image of Christ.

Worship Times LONGWOOD Saturdays. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 p.m. Sundays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 (sp), 11 a.m. (di) (sp); 5 p.m. Mondays. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 p.m. (di) Deaf/hard of hearing interpretation available (sp) Spanish interpretation available

LAKE COUNTY Northland, A Church Distributed: Lake County 2828 S. Bay St., Eustis. In Lake Hills Plaza behind RaceTrac Service times. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sundays, 9:30 and 11 a.m. OVIEDO Reformed Theological Seminary 1231 Reformation Drive, Oviedo, FL 32765 Service time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sundays, 10 a.m.

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New to Northland? Do you have questions … about God, Northland or anything else? Visit the tent to meet with a member of our Connect Team. Look for the team members in the blue shirts. They are there to answer questions, help get you involved, invite you to next steps, sign you up to volunteer or just to give you a hug. Or visit northlandchurch.net/new.

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530 Dog Track Road, Longwood, FL 32750 www.northlandchurch.net | hello@northlandchurch.net Main Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-949-4000 Main Fax . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-949-4020 Northland Bookstore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-949-7199

I am in crisis? Northland’s main line . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-949-4000 I would like to talk to a minister? Minister on Duty (MOD). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-949-4000 I want to seek counseling? Counseling referral line. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-949-7204

Send newspaper correspondence to: newspaper@northlandchurch.net.

I have a prayer request? Prayer request line. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-949-4025 or pray.northlandchurch.net I need the Hospital Ministry to pay a visit? Chris Nielsen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-949-7149 or hospitalvisits@northlandchurch.net

Governing Elders Gilbert Kingsley, Chairman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-937-0540 gilbert.kingsley@northlandchurch.net Tim Wright, Vice Chairman. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-937-1804 tim.wright@northlandchurch.net Dale Burket, Secretary-Treasurer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-937-1809 dale.burket@northlandchurch.net JT Almon. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-949-7169 jt.almon@northlandchurch.net Sam Certo. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-949-7168 sam.certo@northlandchurch.net Bill Wolfe. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-937-1803 bill.wolfe@northlandchurch.net Jim Dees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-937-1827 jim.dees@northlandchurch.net

Pastor’s Bio During Dr. Hunter’s tenure, which began in 1985, Northland has grown from 200 faithful souls to a Florida-based congregation of 20,000 that worships worldwide via the web. Before accepting the pastorate at Northland, he served as a United Methodist minister for 15 years in Indiana. He and his wife, Becky, have been partners in the ministry since their marriage in 1972. Becky is the former president of the Global Pastors Wives Network and is the author of “Being Good to Your Husband On Purpose” (Creation House). The Hunters raised three sons and have seven grandchildren. Learn more about Pastor Hunter’s life in ministry at northlandchurch.net/joelhunter. Stay informed about his involvement with current events at www.pastorjoelhunter.com.

Northland is becoming a church of distributed churches, a family of spiritual families. More and more, the larger congregation of Northland is also comprised of smaller, distributed churches – spiritual families that form outside the walls of the building as they follow Jesus together and live out the mission of Jesus in their everyday lives. All of Northland will continue to gather together for weekend worship services, whether in person or online, but being the church isn’t limited to the worship service. The distributed churches also form the church right where people live, as they get together in homes, in offices, on campuses or in coffee shops for meals, fellowship, the study of Scripture, prayer, service and reaching out to those not yet included (Acts 2:42-47).

I am interested in a Care Ministry? Barbara Olsen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-949-7183 or barbara.olsen@northlandchurch.net I want to become a member? Barbara Gritter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-937-0557 or barbara.gritter@northlandchurch.net I have accepted Christ into my heart and wish to be baptized? Diane Jones (infants–grade school) . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-949-7188 or diane.jones@northlandchurch.net Sharon Ferreira (adult/student). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-949-7189 or sharon.ferreira@northlandchurch.net I need information on Student Ministries? Jenna Blankespoor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-949-7194 or jenna.blankespoor@northlandchurch.net

Are you interested in learning more? We would love to help you. Together we can form the church outside the walls of a building and bring God’s love to the world.

I need information about Children’s Ministries? Debbie Blahnik . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-949-7162 or debbie.blahnik@northlandchurch.net

Start the journey toward being the church at one of the Intro to Distributing the Church sessions. Sign up for a session at The Hub or at distributedchurch.com.

I am interested in Short-term Mission Trips? Patti Harshey. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-937-0573 or patti.harshey@northlandchurch.net; or visit SomedayIsToday.net

Distributed Hubs LAKE COUNTY Northland, A Church Distributed: Lake County Service times. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sundays, 9:30 and 11 a.m. 2828 S. Bay St., Eustis In Lake Hills Plaza behind RaceTrac Facebook.com. . . . . . . . . . . . www.facebook.com/northlandlakecounty Twitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . twitter.com/northlandlc General Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-949-4000 Jeremy Bell, Site Pastor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-949-7184 or jeremy.bell@northlandchurch.net OVIEDO Reformed Theological Seminary Service time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sundays, 10 a.m. 1231 Reformation Drive, Oviedo, FL 32765 The Seminary is located at the corner of Mitchell Hammock Road and Alafaya Woods Boulevard, just east of State Road 434 (Alafaya Trail). 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 Dr. Dan Lacich, Site Pastor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-937-1815 or dan.lacich@northlandchurch.net

Access Ministries We have programs and services for individuals with disabilities. Find out more at northlandchurch.net/access Details: Heather Subbert at heather.subbert@northlandchurch.net or 407-937-1828

I want to help at Northland? The Hub . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-949-7178 or hub@northlandchurch.net I want to get involved in a serve project? Judy Head. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .407-388-5798 or judy.head@northlandchurch.net; or visit northlandchurch.net/serve I am getting married? Sharon Ferreira. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-949-7189 or sharon.ferreira@northlandchurch.net I need to plan a funeral? Sharon Ferreira. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-949-7189 or sharon.ferreira@northlandchurch.net I want to learn more about your Hispanic Ministry? Quiero aprender más acerca de su Ministerio Hispano. Leonardo Mateus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-459-3650 or leonardo.mateus@northlandchurch.net I have a special needs child or if I have special needs? Heather Subbert. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-937-1828 or heather.subbert@northlandchurch.net I am facing an unforeseen/unexpected financial crisis and need guidance and resources? LifeHope Info Line. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-949-7151 Visit us online to submit an application: northlandchurch.net/lifehope Computer’s available in care center Monday through Thursday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. I need information on jail/prison transition ministries? Dale Cowart. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-949-7165 or dale.cowart@northlandchurch.net I need information on 121Hope Anti-Trafficking Ministry? Meg Johnson. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-937-0547 or meg.johnson@northlandchurch.net