Worship Guide-Respond 52, 2012

NORTHLAND, A CHURCH DISTRIBUTED DECEMBER 22-24, 2012

NORTHLAND, A CHURCH DISTRIBUTED Gathering for worship at sites in Central Florida, online and around the world.

LONGWOOD AND ONLINE: Saturday at 5 p.m.; Sunday at 9 a.m., 11 a.m., 5 p.m.; Monday at 7 p.m.

MOUNT DORA: Sunday at 10 a.m. | OVIEDO: Sunday at 9 a.m., 11 a.m.

STUDENT MINISTRIES

northlandchurch.net/ministry/childrens_church/

MIDDLE SCHOOL

Children’s Church during 10 a.m. worship services: • Grade School Classes (Grades 1 – 5) • Early Childhood Classes (Age 3 – Kindergarten) • Infant & Toddler Care (Infants – Age 2)

HIGH SCHOOL

• Evolve Sundays, during 11 a.m. service.

• Axis Sundays, 6 to 8 p.m., RTS, Student Lounge.

MOUNT DORA WEEKLY HAPPENINGS

OVIEDO WEEKLY HAPPENINGS

Children’s Church during all worship services: • Grade School Classes (Grades 1 – 5) • Early Childhood Classes (Age 3 – Kindergarten) • Infant & Toddler Care (Infants – Age 2) • Children with Special Needs (Age 3 – Grade 5)

• Kinect (Middle and High School) Wednesdays, 6 to 8 p.m.

• LUGRox Saturdays, 6:30 p.m., The Rink, SMCC.

MOUNT DORA WEEKLY HAPPENINGS

WELCOME!

New to Northland?

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!

CHILDREN’S MINISTRIES LONGWOOD WEEKLY HAPPENINGS

northlandchurch.net/middleschool

LONGWOOD WEEKLY HAPPENINGS

OVIEDO WEEKLY HAPPENINGS

northlandchurch.net/highschool

LONGWOOD WEEKLY HAPPENINGS • I Am Third Wednesdays, 6:30 to 8:45 p.m., various locations (see website for details).

• Servant Leadership Ministry We offer servant leadership training and opportunities to serve for 9thgraders (setup crew), 10th- to 12th-graders (LUGRox captains) and college students (small group leaders and work crews).

MOUNT DORA WEEKLY HAPPENINGS

Let’s worship God together!

Tell us a little about yourself! Just drop this card in an offering box or stop by an Info Kiosk in the foyer on your way out — we want to get to know you …

PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY.

Name(s)_____________________________________________________________________________________

• Kinect (Middle and High School) Wednesdays, 6 to 8 p.m.

OVIEDO WEEKLY HAPPENINGS

Children’s Church during 9 and 11 a.m. worship services: • Grade School Classes (Grades 1 – 5) • Early Childhood Classes (Age 2 – Kindergarten) • Infant & Toddler Care (Infants – Age 2)

ADULT MINISTRIES There are limitless opportunities to grow in God and connect with others! Find current classes, service projects, studies and more in this month’s issue of Respond or at northlandchurch.net.

• Axis Sundays, 6 to 8 p.m., RTS, Student Lounge.

ACCESS MINISTRIES (SPECIAL NEEDS) northlandchurch.net/ministry/access-ministries

LONGWOOD WEEKLY HAPPENINGS • Young Life Capernaum Last Friday of the month, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., SMCC

_______________________________________________________________________________________________

Email_________________________________________________________________________________________

Participate & Connect:

Which site are you attending? [ ] Longwood [ ] Mount Dora [ ] Oviedo [ ] Other__________________________

northlandchurch.net

Phone_______________________________________________________________________________________

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.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________

Address______________________________________________________________________________________

I am [ ] a child [ ] a middle school student [ ] a high school student [ ] an adult. [ ] I am a new believer. I recently trusted Jesus Christ as my Lord and Savior. [ ] I would like to know more about how to participate in God’s works.

Get “What’s Current”:

northlandchurch.net/resources/newsletter facebook.com/northlandchurch twitter.com/northlandchurch Visit an Info Kiosk in the foyer.

Call 407-949-4000.

530 Dog Track Road, Longwood, FL 32750

Tithes & Offerings Electronic giving is available at the kiosks in the lobby, online at generous.northlandchurch.net or for your mobile at northlandchurch.net/mobilegive. Offering envelopes are at all giving boxes. Contact Twila Roberts at 407-949-4000 with questions.

Financial Report — December 11 to 17, 2012 This Week

This Year to Date

Need. . . . . . . . . . . 255,731 Need. . . . . . . . 13,042,281 Received. . . . . . . 336,491 Received. . . . . 11,894,182 Difference. . . . . . . 80,760 Difference. . . . (1,148,099)

generous.northlandchurch.net

12/22-24/2012

NORTHLAND, A CHURCH DISTRIBUTED

NORTHLAND, A CHURCH DISTRIBUTED DECEMBER 22-24, 2012

Gathering for worship at sites in Central Florida, online and around the world.

LONGWOOD AND ONLINE: Saturday at 5 p.m.; Sunday at 9 a.m., 11 a.m., 5 p.m.; Monday at 7 p.m.

MOUNT DORA: Sunday at 10 a.m. | OVIEDO: Sunday at 9 a.m., 11 a.m.

STUDENT MINISTRIES MIDDLE SCHOOL

LONGWOOD WEEKLY HAPPENINGS

LONGWOOD WEEKLY HAPPENINGS

• Kinect (Middle and High School) Wednesdays, 6 to 8 p.m.

Children’s Church during all worship services: • Grade School Classes (Grades 1 – 5) • Early Childhood Classes (Age 3 – Kindergarten) • Infant & Toddler Care (Infants – Age 2) • Children with Special Needs (Age 3 – Grade 5)

OVIEDO WEEKLY HAPPENINGS

MOUNT DORA WEEKLY HAPPENINGS

• Evolve Sundays, during 11 a.m. service.

• Axis Sundays, 6 to 8 p.m., RTS, Student Lounge.

HIGH SCHOOL

Children’s Church during 10 a.m. worship services: • Grade School Classes (Grades 1 – 5) • Early Childhood Classes (Age 3 – Kindergarten) • Infant & Toddler Care (Infants – Age 2)

northlandchurch.net/highschool

OVIEDO WEEKLY HAPPENINGS

LONGWOOD WEEKLY HAPPENINGS

Children’s Church during 9 and 11 a.m. worship services: • Grade School Classes (Grades 1 – 5) • Early Childhood Classes (Age 2 – Kindergarten) • Infant & Toddler Care (Infants – Age 2)

MOUNT DORA WEEKLY HAPPENINGS

• I Am Third Wednesdays, 6:30 to 8:45 p.m., various locations (see website for details).

• Servant Leadership Ministry We offer servant leadership training and opportunities to serve for 9thgraders (setup crew), 10th- to 12th-graders (LUGRox captains) and college students (small group leaders and work crews).

MOUNT DORA WEEKLY HAPPENINGS

WELCOME!

Tell us a little about yourself! Just drop this card in an offering box or stop by an Info Kiosk in the foyer on your way out — we want to get to know you …

Let’s worship God together!

PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY.

Name(s)_____________________________________________________________________________________

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!

northlandchurch.net/ministry/childrens_church/

northlandchurch.net/middleschool • LUGRox Saturdays, 6:30 p.m., The Rink, SMCC.

New to Northland?

CHILDREN’S MINISTRIES

• Kinect (Middle and High School) Wednesdays, 6 to 8 p.m.

OVIEDO WEEKLY HAPPENINGS

ADULT MINISTRIES There are limitless opportunities to grow in God and connect with others! Find current classes, service projects, studies and more in this month’s issue of Respond or at northlandchurch.net.

• Axis Sundays, 6 to 8 p.m., RTS, Student Lounge.

ACCESS MINISTRIES (SPECIAL NEEDS) northlandchurch.net/ministry/access-ministries

LONGWOOD WEEKLY HAPPENINGS • Young Life Capernaum Last Friday of the month, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., SMCC

_______________________________________________________________________________________________

Email_________________________________________________________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________________________________________

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.

Phone_______________________________________________________________________________________

northlandchurch.net

Address______________________________________________________________________________________

Which site are you attending? [ ] Longwood [ ] Mount Dora [ ] Oviedo [ ] Other__________________________ I am [ ] a child [ ] a middle school student [ ] a high school student [ ] an adult. [ ] I am a new believer. I recently trusted Jesus Christ as my Lord and Savior. [ ] I would like to know more about how to participate in God’s works.

12/22-24/2012

Participate & Connect: Get “What’s Current”:

northlandchurch.net/resources/newsletter facebook.com/northlandchurch twitter.com/northlandchurch Visit an Info Kiosk in the foyer.

Call 407-949-4000.

530 Dog Track Road, Longwood, FL 32750

Tithes & Offerings Electronic giving is available at the kiosks in the lobby, online at generous.northlandchurch.net or for your mobile at northlandchurch.net/mobilegive. Offering envelopes are at all giving boxes. Contact Twila Roberts at 407-949-4000 with questions.

generous.northlandchurch.net

Financial Report — December 11 to 17, 2012 This Week

This Year to Date

Need. . . . . . . . . . . 255,731 Need. . . . . . . . 13,042,281 Received. . . . . . . 336,491 Received. . . . . 11,894,182 Difference. . . . . . . 80,760 Difference. . . . (1,148,099)

The Smallest of Gatherings, The Largest of Miracles

What’s Current Here’s a sampling of the many upcoming opportunities to respond to God.

BE IN COMMUNITY

A MESSAGE FROM DR. JOEL C. HUNTER, SENIOR PASTOR

READ THE BIBLE

PRAY

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

Luke 2:4-7 (NASB)

Joseph also went up from Galilee, from the city of Nazareth, to Judea, to the city of David which is called Bethlehem, because he was of the house and family of David, in order to register along with Mary, who was engaged to him, and was with child. While they were there, the days were completed for her to give birth. And she gave birth to her firstborn son; and she wrapped Him in cloths, and laid Him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn.

Foster Environments for Relationship!

Study God’s Message to You Often!

Engage in a Conversation With God.

Engaging in the Bible, God’s Word, is essential to knowing, responding to and growing up in God. There is peace and power in Word!

Did you know we have an entire web page dedicated to prayer?

We’ve spent Advent talking about how God desires to do great things in and through our relationships. The new year is a great time to gather more intentionally in His Name!

Worship focus Worship Christ today as the Light of the world.

Find, join or start a group in 2013!

It’s easy … start here: community.northlandchurch.net

Find a DAILY reading, year-long plans and additional study resources online at: bible.northlandchurch.net

You’ll find prayer requests from other Northlanders, as well as an opportunity to easily leave YOUR prayer requests.

Visit pray.northlandchurch.net.

Prayer Lord, surely our eyes have seen Your Salvation, whom You have prepared for all the world: a Light to enlighten the nations, and the Glory of Your people Israel. Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit; as it was in the beginning, is now and will be forever. Amen.

Notes

Think about it: God often chooses unusual times and unusual ways to bring His presence into our lives. How does that encourage you this Christmas?

Be in Community: Spark conversation in your group this week!

Together read Luke 2:1-8.

Think about all the characters and groups in the story that we have studied this Advent season. To which of the characters or groups in the Christmas story do you most relate?

How does each one play a unique role?

How does this encourage you about your role in this grand miracle?

How quickly do you consider the outcasts that you encounter as people to whom God wants to give the miracle of salvation?

Let Us Know!

How can we help? Need to update your contact information, or want more information about a particular ministry or opportunity? Let us know — just drop this card in an offering box, or stop by an Info Kiosk in the foyer on your way out!

PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY.

Name(s) ________________________________________________________________________________________ Email ___________________________________________________________________________________________ Address ________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________

Phone __________________________________________________________________________________________ [ ] The above is an update.

I am [ ] a child [ ] a middle school student [ ] a high school student [ ] an adult.

Prayer request: _ ______________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________

I’d like more information about: ____________________________________________________________ [ ] I am a new believer. I recently trusted Jesus Christ as my Lord and Savior.

NORTHLAND, A CHURCH DISTRIBUTED

NORTHLAND, A CHURCH DISTRIBUTED DECEMBER 22-24, 2012

Gathering for worship at sites in Central Florida, online and around the world.

LONGWOOD AND ONLINE: Saturday at 5 p.m.; Sunday at 9 a.m., 11 a.m., 5 p.m.; Monday at 7 p.m.

MOUNT DORA: Sunday at 10 a.m. | OVIEDO: Sunday at 9 a.m., 11 a.m.

STUDENT MINISTRIES MIDDLE SCHOOL

LONGWOOD WEEKLY HAPPENINGS

LONGWOOD WEEKLY HAPPENINGS

• Kinect (Middle and High School) Wednesdays, 6 to 8 p.m.

Children’s Church during all worship services: • Grade School Classes (Grades 1 – 5) • Early Childhood Classes (Age 3 – Kindergarten) • Infant & Toddler Care (Infants – Age 2) • Children with Special Needs (Age 3 – Grade 5)

OVIEDO WEEKLY HAPPENINGS

MOUNT DORA WEEKLY HAPPENINGS

• Evolve Sundays, during 11 a.m. service.

• Axis Sundays, 6 to 8 p.m., RTS, Student Lounge.

HIGH SCHOOL

Children’s Church during 10 a.m. worship services: • Grade School Classes (Grades 1 – 5) • Early Childhood Classes (Age 3 – Kindergarten) • Infant & Toddler Care (Infants – Age 2)

northlandchurch.net/highschool

OVIEDO WEEKLY HAPPENINGS

LONGWOOD WEEKLY HAPPENINGS

Children’s Church during 9 and 11 a.m. worship services: • Grade School Classes (Grades 1 – 5) • Early Childhood Classes (Age 2 – Kindergarten) • Infant & Toddler Care (Infants – Age 2)

MOUNT DORA WEEKLY HAPPENINGS

• I Am Third Wednesdays, 6:30 to 8:45 p.m., various locations (see website for details).

• Servant Leadership Ministry We offer servant leadership training and opportunities to serve for 9thgraders (setup crew), 10th- to 12th-graders (LUGRox captains) and college students (small group leaders and work crews).

MOUNT DORA WEEKLY HAPPENINGS

WELCOME!

Tell us a little about yourself! Just drop this card in an offering box or stop by an Info Kiosk in the foyer on your way out — we want to get to know you …

Let’s worship God together!

PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY.

Name(s)_____________________________________________________________________________________

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!

northlandchurch.net/ministry/childrens_church/

northlandchurch.net/middleschool • LUGRox Saturdays, 6:30 p.m., The Rink, SMCC.

New to Northland?

CHILDREN’S MINISTRIES

• Kinect (Middle and High School) Wednesdays, 6 to 8 p.m.

OVIEDO WEEKLY HAPPENINGS

ADULT MINISTRIES There are limitless opportunities to grow in God and connect with others! Find current classes, service projects, studies and more in this month’s issue of Respond or at northlandchurch.net.

• Axis Sundays, 6 to 8 p.m., RTS, Student Lounge.

ACCESS MINISTRIES (SPECIAL NEEDS) northlandchurch.net/ministry/access-ministries

LONGWOOD WEEKLY HAPPENINGS • Young Life Capernaum Last Friday of the month, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., SMCC

_______________________________________________________________________________________________

Email_________________________________________________________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________________________________________

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.

Phone_______________________________________________________________________________________

northlandchurch.net

Address______________________________________________________________________________________

Which site are you attending? [ ] Longwood [ ] Mount Dora [ ] Oviedo [ ] Other__________________________ I am [ ] a child [ ] a middle school student [ ] a high school student [ ] an adult. [ ] I am a new believer. I recently trusted Jesus Christ as my Lord and Savior. [ ] I would like to know more about how to participate in God’s works.

12/22-24/2012

Participate & Connect: Get “What’s Current”:

northlandchurch.net/resources/newsletter facebook.com/northlandchurch twitter.com/northlandchurch Visit an Info Kiosk in the foyer.

Call 407-949-4000.

530 Dog Track Road, Longwood, FL 32750

Tithes & Offerings Electronic giving is available at the kiosks in the lobby, online at generous.northlandchurch.net or for your mobile at northlandchurch.net/mobilegive. Offering envelopes are at all giving boxes. Contact Twila Roberts at 407-949-4000 with questions.

generous.northlandchurch.net

Financial Report — December 11 to 17, 2012 This Week

This Year to Date

Need. . . . . . . . . . . 255,731 Need. . . . . . . . 13,042,281 Received. . . . . . . 336,491 Received. . . . . 11,894,182 Difference. . . . . . . 80,760 Difference. . . . (1,148,099)

JANUARY 2013

www.northlandchurch.net

BE THE CHURCH EVERYWHERE, EVERY DAY

BELONG MEMBERSHIP SEMINAR

January 26 in The Rink Join Dr. Hunter and other leaders to talk about what it means to belong to Christ and to Northland! Child care is available.

Details on page 9.

NEW CLASSES! Start the year off right — there’s something for everyone in January.

Explore your options; see pages 9-10 for details.

DISTRIBUTED JOURNEYS 2013 Northlanders are globe-hopping in 2013! The list of trips is out — take a look and begin to pray about where God might be calling you in ministry!

More info on page 6 or at somedayistoday.net

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About Northland, A Church Distributed 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 1:67; 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, God-pleasing life. (John 10:2729; 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)

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: Worshiping God — John 4:21 Glorify God for who He is and what He has done.

Reading the Bible — Jeremiah 1:12 Study God’s message to you often.

Sharing our stories — 1 Peter 3:15 Tell others what God is doing in your life.

Being in community — John 13:35 Foster environments for relationship.

Praying — 1 Peter 3:12 Engage in conversation with God. Serving others — Matthew 25:40 Meet the needs of the people around you.

Living 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.

LONGWOOD WORSHIP TIMES Saturdays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 p.m.

Live Concurrent Worship Northland at Oviedo worships with us concurrently at the 9 and 11 a.m. worship times.

Sundays . . . . . 9 (hi)(sp), 11 a.m.(sp); 5 p.m.

Mondays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 p.m. (hi) Hearing-impaired interpretation available (sp) Spanish interpretation available

NOT LOCAL? Join us for LIVE online worship at

northlandchurch.net

¿Habla español?

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

during any of our worship times!

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.

facebook.com/northlandchurch

twitter.com/northlandchurch

NEW TO NORTHLAND? Do you have questions … about God, Northland or anything else?

Look for this icon above our INFO KIOSKS located throughout the foyer during worship times!

A host will be there to connect with you.

Or visit northlandchurch.net/new.

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The object of a New Year is not that

we should have a new year. It is that we should have a new soul and a new nose; new feet, a new backbone, new ears, and new eyes.

Unless a particular man made New Year resolutions, he would make no resolutions.

Unless a man starts afresh about things, he will certainly do nothing effective.

Unless a man starts on the strange assumption that he has never existed before, it is quite certain that he will never exist afterwards.

Unless a man be born again, he shall by no means enter into the Kingdom of Heaven. – G.K. CHESTERTON

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SNAPSHOTS 2012

A year in review in pictures and words.

Together we worshiped God for who He is and what He has done at 250-plus live worship services.

More than 8,000 inmates have worshiped with us this year at the John E. Polk Correctional Facility and the Orange County Correctional Facility. So far as we know, we’re the only church in the world where our congregants outside of jail worship concurrently with those who are incarcerated.

362 people of all ages participated in 22 Distributed Journeys to countries including Kenya, Ukraine, Brazil and the Dominican Republic.

1,250 middle and high school students regularly attend one of our youth programs. We have true discipleship happening every week, and many students continue to confess their desire to follow Christ more closely, with 30 recorded decisions for Christ and 35 student baptisms this year.

Thousands of people around the world worshiped with us online.

We launched a new live worship site, which saw 120,000 streaming connections. We also helped our partners stream their live worship services in Egypt (71,875 streaming connections), Ukraine (6,542 streaming connections) and Brazil (2,000 streaming connections). In total, we streamed enough data to fill 80,000 1GB thumb drives!

23,800 gift-filled shoe boxes were collected for Operation Christmas Child to be distributed to needy children around the globe.

21,858 meals were served by the Disaster Response Team during deployments. The team rolled out the mobile kitchen to serve those affected by Hurricane Sandy in Far Rockaway, N.Y., and to help rebuild a church in Live Oak, Fla., which saw significant flooding from Tropical Storm Debby.

14,500 people participated in Local Serve Days, serving the community in tangible ways and demonstrating God’s love for those around us.

The Celebrate Recovery team traveled to Scotland and helped several churches there implement Christ-focused 12-step programs as part of their ministries.

70 elders were trained to help shepherd and serve the congregation in prayer and discipleship.

Hundreds of kids accepted Jesus into their hearts at Children’s Church, and many children and babies were baptized and dedicated. Average weekly attendance for Children’s Church at Longwood was 932, with 333 volunteers serving each week.

Children’s Church offerings exceeded $13,000, supporting local and global missions.

More than 1,600 dads and daughters bonded at the daddy-daughter dance, with 133 volunteers serving at the event.

1,150 folks from the church and throughout the community came out to the Family Fall Festival.

104 students attended the Worship in the Arts Camp and put on an amazing program benefiting Seminole County Public Schools’ Families in Transition (FIT) program.

30 children monthly attend Buddy Break, a free respite program designed to give caregivers of kids with special needs a break from their caregiving responsibilities.

December marks the end of our second year of being a catalyst for the planting of 1 million new churches around the world. In total, we have conducted training for more than 550 pastors and leaders, who have planted 1,400 new churches and seen nearly 25,000 people make decisions to follow Jesus.

A library, a computer lab and a wading pool were added at the community center in Namibia, Africa, where our distributed pastor, Lon Garber, is helping the poor to develop entrepreneurial skills that enable them to support themselves and their families.

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As of this year, a total of 7,820 people have been registered in the Resource Point database, which connects people in need with resources that can help.

The bookstore celebrated its 25th anniversary and recently moved into a great new space.

Through donations, hundreds of Bibles were put into precious hands at jails, schools, pregnancy centers and special events for veterans.

The number of people helping people at thecommon.org: 676.

The Family Advocacy Office opened at Longwood, supporting Seminole County Public Schools’ Families in Transition (FIT) program and providing hope and help to homeless schoolchildren and their families.

Marriage Prep engaged 80-plus couples through mentoring and classes. Additionally, Marriage 911 saw more than 130 participants. Many who attended came to know Christ as a result of the classes.

Thousands of lives were touched by the many classes and Bible studies offered through the church, including Growing Kids God’s Way, Being Good to Your Husband on Purpose, Healthy Living, those by Beth Moore, Compass and Financial Peace University.

Many attended new believers classes and took first steps in their faith journeys.

A Veterans for Christ group was started at Longwood, with the goal of encouraging one another and reaching out and serving other vets in the community.

In July, the Oviedo site hosted Local Serve Day, where 500 Northlanders joined together at RTS for a time of worship, breakfast and fellowship before heading out into our community to lift up God’s name through acts of service.

More than 80 worshipers participated in the firstever Serve Day at the Mount Dora site. Also, a permanent space for community, equipping and offices was secured for the site.

65 homeless families have been referred to Northland’s Family Advocacy Office. Volunteers have put in more than 1,500 hours walking alongside these families and connecting them with resources to attain self-sufficiency.

As of this year, more than 90 individuals transitioning out of prison have been helped by the Healing and Transition program, a reentry ministry birthed by Northland that operates out of Harvest Time International, in Sanford. More than 85 percent of those who have graduated from the program have stayed out of jail.

50 volunteers, many of them Northlanders, served at the Central Florida Dental Outreach organized by Greenberg Dental and treated 237 adults, performing $167,831 in free dental services.

Our children’s curriculum is now being used in at least 22 countries around the world. We were able to train 270 children’s ministry workers in some of our global partner churches this year in the Dominican Republic, Egypt and China.

Care ministers and volunteers walked alongside 5,000 people with support groups, hospital visits, nursing home visits and one-to-one care.

Prayer volunteers responded to 8,000 prayer requests, and many people reported being healed physically and emotionally as a result.

The first live Northland worship service was held at the Orlando Bridge, a therapeutic community for adult male felony drug offenders with substance abuse, dependency or criminal behavior issues.

More than 900 people strengthened their marriages at The Marriage Show, with authors Les and Leslie Parrott.

5,000 hours were spent counseling people and helping them through life’s issues. Also, through a partnership with the Oviedo Counseling Clinic, we helped train 300 ministry leaders, who are now serving all over the world in churches, schools, seminaries and more.

More than 1,000 people received assistance from LifeHope, which serves those in need for the purpose of connecting them to a relationship with God. Recipients attend budget classes and participate in weekly worship and Local Serve projects.

Social work interns from the University of Central Florida put in 2,140 hours serving at LifeHope.

1,566 bags packed with food and hygiene items were collected during this fall’s Red Bag Project.

Donated items helped stock food pantries at local schools, benefiting the more than 1,800 homeless students in Seminole County.

Under the direction of Pastor Vernon, the True North Foundation opened Art House Orlando, a creative hub for connection, inspiration, encouragement, mentoring and restoration. The Foundation’s imprint also published its first book, People Who Sing Jesus, by Sean Cooper, and its first album, Hallowed Ground, by Pete Geiger.

In response to the new vision laid out by Pastor Joel, the mobilization team identified more than 1,500 opportunities for volunteers to get involved in 2013.

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Go on a DISTRIBUTED JOURNEY!

SERVE GLOBALLY

Apply today.

Browse short-term trips and apply at somedayistoday.net.

Distributed Journeys 2013 Kickoff!

BY PATTI HARSHEY

ALABAMA Construction team to Camp ToknowHim Trip one: April 28 – May 5 Trip two: mid- to late September

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here are many opportunities in the coming year to serve on a global scale by joining one of the shortterm mission teams Northland has to offer. Listed here is a sampling of the trips available to you. More trips will be added to our calendar, so check our website regularly for updates.

If you’ve never served on one of our Distributed Journeys, perhaps this is the year to change that and make your someday today! The weekend of January 19 through 21, team leaders will be on hand in the foyer at all services to talk to you about their trips and to answer questions you may have about joining their team. Please visit our website at www.somedayistoday.net for trip descriptions, team leader contact information and application links.

CUBA – with IsleGo Missions Evangelism, worship, Bible studies and support September 14 – 21 DOMINICAN REPUBLIC Eyeglass project May 25 – 29 DOMINICAN REPUBLIC – Middle school Building of a chapel June 7 – 15 DOMINICAN REPUBLIC – High School Building of a chapel July 19 - 27 While in Cuba, classes were held on worship through dance/movement.

DOMINICAN REPUBLIC – Family Trip VBS program for local kids August 3 – 10 EGYPT Healing Grace Ministry April 23 – May 5 JAMAICA – High school and college, with IsleGo Missions Evangelism, infirmary visits, delivering food baskets June 8 – 15 JAMAICA – Family trip, with IsleGo Missions VBS for local children July 13 – 20

Join the mission trip to Camp ToknowHim in Alabama.

Visit with the orphans in Ukraine, and share God’s love.

SCOTLAND Introduction of Celebrate Recovery to three churches Trip One: June 20 – 30 Trip Two: September 12 – 22 SIBERIA Street kids ministry Mid- to late July SWAZILAND Community development Mid- to late June UKRAINE Orphan Camp Mid- to late June or July UKRAINE Youth Camp Mid- to late June or July

Augusto Lopez-Torres conducts an eye examination in the Dominican Republic.

serve.northlandchurch.net

SERVE LOCALLY God Works Through Others

BY JUDY HEAD

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oe and I came to Northland in 1998, but after a couple of years, we left, thinking the church was just too big for us. But as I have now come to realize, things could have been so different. Since listening to Pastor Joel’s sermons, we have discovered that if we had made the connections he talks about, we might not have thought it was so big.

Joe and I decided to return to Northland in 2010 because we wanted to be involved with the disaster response ministry team. Joe and I decided we were going to do things differently this time. Making connections and becoming involved was going to be our priority. We went on several disaster team deployments and began building relationships. This past fall, I was asked to help coordinate the Local Serve projects.

I faced my first big challenge several days before the big Local Serve Day. Everything was in place except for one project. There was one project for which no one had signed up. This was very Katherina discouraging for me. Joe and I began to pray for volunteers. I began to talk to everyone I could, asking each one to join. Little did I know, God already had plans for filling this project with just the right people. God was putting His team together—not just any team, but a unique team that would have a direct connection with me.

I was about to cancel the project when a call came from Rosemarie Vigilante-Nomikos. She was looking for a place for her family and friends to all serve together on the same project. They were a team of ten … and an answer to my prayers!

Local Serve Opportunities

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ne of the most practical ways to “Be the Church” everywhere, every day is by serving locally in the community. Use your time, talents and gifts that God has given you by serving here at Northland, or with one of our local partners or outreach projects.

Downtown Homeless Ministry. . . . Saturday, January 12 Harvest Time International. . . . . . . Saturday, January 12 Downtown Homeless Ministry. . . . Saturday, January 26

But why was this a unique team? Their mission and purpose was to work together on a project in loving memory of her 18-year-old daughter, Katherina, who had recently passed away. This project was to honor Katherina on her birthday, which was the Local Serve Day. Rosemarie was not only a new connection for me. Little did I know, God would bring us together through our similar stories. You see, I also lost a teenage daughter. Amy was 17 when she was taken in an automobile accident.

God brought Rosemarie and me together through the tragedy in our lives and allowed us to connect through serving others. What a blessing it was to have this family team fill the void we had on the Local Serve project. It was as if God tossed a pebble into a pond, and both Rosemarie and I were able to see the ripple effects of our common experiences and how they can be used to serve others.

So all we have to do is step back and watch the beautiful tapestry God weaves creating our story. He pulls the connections together, tugs at our hearts, and presses us on to further service for His Kingdom.

Amy

Disaster Response at Northland

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he monthly meeting is the fourth Wednesday of the month in the fellowship hall.

Join us January 23 from 6 to 8 p.m.

Speaker: Raul Perez, Orange County Paramedic-Critical Stress Incident. Register online for the meeting and potluck dish.

To register for or find out more about these serve projects, visit serve.northlandchurch.net.

For more information, visit northlandchurch.net/ ministries/disaster_response.

Judy Head at judy.head@northlandchurch.net or 407-388-5798

Judy Head at judy.head@northlandchurch.net or 407-388-5798

Family Advocacy Office

Serving Homeless Families

BY MARIA PENZES

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he Family Advocacy Office (FAO) Northland is a volunteer-based program working in partnership with Seminole County Public Schools’ Families in Transition (SCPS’ FIT) program. FAO Resource Advocates have been trained and work specifically with FIT families for a period of three months, connecting them to community resources, both school and other related agencies. The goal of this program is to help empower the families to achieve some stability through the connection of community resources as well as to provide a transition path to another community resource to attain self-sufficiency.

FAO offers a safe environment of respect, encouragement and objectivity in the midst of families’ personal crisis of homelessness. FAO understands and supports the mission of SCPS FIT, which is to allow stability in the lives of the school-aged children to learn.

Each referred FIT family is paired with an FAO Resource Advocate for a three-month period. During that time, the FIT family meets regularly with its FAO Resource Advocate to talk through various resource needs and issues that might arise.

Couples or individuals interested in making a difference in the lives of more than 900 homeless families with school-aged children in Seminole County are needed. The commitment: about 10 hours a month to help one family for a 90-day window to connect to resources within SCPS and other community resources.

For registration and training details, visit the FAO website at familyadvocacyoffice.com/training.html. The next FAO Resource Advocate orientation is Friday, February 8 from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in the Northland at Longwood fellowship hall.

Maria Penzes at maria.penzes@northlandchurch.net or 407-937-0554

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Mark Your Calendar!

STUDENT MINISTRIES

ACTIVATING STUDENTS TO MAKE KINGDOM NOISE. WHAT IS MAKING KINGDOM NOISE? IT’S THE LOVE OF JESUS IN ACTION.

Senior Life Prep

MIDDLE SCHOOL MINISTRY

Sunday afternoons, starting January 27

To register for any of these activities and for more detailed info, visit northlandchurch.net/middleschool.

Shaylynn Stoner at 407-949-7194 or shaylynn.stoner@northlandchurch.net

Email Shaylynn Stoner at shaylynn.stoner@ northlandchurch.net for directions/details.

Prepare for your first year out of high school with the eight-week Senior Life Prep. Attend five or more weeks to be eligible for the Senior Trip in March and the Baccalaureate in May.

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Steps for Young Believers (Grades 2-5) and Their Parents Sundays at 3 p.m.

Step 1: Sundays, January 13 to February 3 Step 2: Sundays, February 10 to March 17 Step 3: Sundays, January 13 to February 3 More info on page 7. and registration: Gale Watzel at 407-621-1131 or rgjace@earthlink.net

Healthy 100 for Kids and Adults

Wednesdays, January 16 to March 13, 6 to 8 p.m.

Experience a creative, fun-filled adventure while learning new ways to live happier and healthier! and registration: northlandchurch.net

5th-Grade JumpStart

Saturdays, January 19, February 16, March 16 and April 20, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Get to know other fifth-graders and some of our middle school leaders. You won’t want to miss out, so mark your calendars!

RSVP to Julie Meeker at julie.meeker@northlandchurch. net or 407-949-7153.

VOLUNTEER WITH THE CHILDREN’S MINISTRIES. You can do this!

Learn more and find an application at northlandchurch. net/ministry/childrens_church.

MIDDLE SCHOOL DOULOS Sundays, 11 a.m., The Rink, Student Ministries and Care Center. Middle School Doulos will help students connect what they experience in worship service to their daily lives and was designed for parents who are serving during the 11 a.m. service.

LUGRox Saturdays, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., The Rink, Student Ministries and Care Center.

(Resuming January 12) LUGRox is an evening full of high energy, high impact and just plain fun! Students will find thrilling games, solid teaching, rockin’ worship and friend-connecting small groups. Optional dinner (two slices of pizza, chips and lemonade) is available for $3.

HIGH SCHOOL MINISTRY To register for any of these activities and for more detailed info, visit northlandchurch.net/highschool.

Shaylynn Stoner at 407-949-7194 or shaylynn.stoner@northlandchurch.net I AM THIRD First Wednesday of the month, 6:30 to 8:45 p.m., The Rink, Student Ministries and Care Center. (Resuming January 9) Subsequent Wednesdays, Distributed Home Groups (See website for locations.)

Servant Leadership Ministry We offer servant leadership training and opportunities to serve for 9th-graders (setup crew), 10th- to 12th-graders (LUGRox captains) and college students (small group leaders and work crews). northlandchurch.net/highschool

ACCESS MINISTRIES FOR STUDENTS Young Life Capernaum Last Friday of each month, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., The Rink, Student Ministries and Care Center. An evening for teens with special needs that includes worship, dinner, fun and an opportunity to grow in faith! TEENS, volunteer to serve at Capernaum.

Laura Lee Wright at 407-937-0549 or lauralee. wright@northlandchurch.net

COLLEGE MINISTRY Fusion (For students ages 18 to 25) Sundays, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., The Rink, Student Ministries and Care Center.

Dinner ($2 donation), Bible study and small group connection.

Michael Walker at michael.walker@ northlandchurch.net

CHILDREN’S MINISTRIES

HOW CAN THEY CALL ON HIM TO SAVE THEM … HOW CAN THEY BELIEVE … UNLESS SOMEONE TELLS THEM? —ROMANS 10:14 (NLT)

Children’s Church

Northland Early Learning Center

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.

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

• 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.

Heather Subbert at heather.subbert@northlandchurch.net or 407-937-1828

A weekday cooperative learning environment The Northland Early Learning Center will enroll children who have reached the age of 2, 3 or 4 by September 1 into the 2-, 3- or 4-year-olds class, respectively. As classes fill up, children will be placed on a waiting list and put in a class on a first-come, first-served basis. To ensure your child’s spot in a class, there is a $65 nonrefundable registration fee.

Pam Anderson at 407-949-7179 or pam.anderson@ northlandchurch.net

Volunteers of the Month: Steve and Lois Meyer Teaching second grade on Sunday morning is where you’ll find the dynamic duo of Steve and Lois Meyer. As a team, they are creative as they engage the children, teaching them who God is and what He has done according to His Word. On many occasions, Steve and Lois have answered the call to fill in at different services as well. We love and thank you, Steve and Lois, for your servant’s hearts in teaching this next generation!

Why did you make that?

God kept Daniel safe from the lions. We learned that He will keep us safe, too!

WAYS TO RESPOND Baptisms Adult Baptisms Sunday, February 10, 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). Call to sign up.

Sharon Ferreira at 407-949-7189 or sharon.ferreira@ northlandchurch.net Child Baptisms Northland recommends the Steps for Young Believers course for grade schoolaged children prior to baptism, but it is not mandatory.

Diane Jones at diane.jones@ northlandchurch.net or 407-949-7188 Infant Baptism/Dedication Class Saturday, January 19, 7 p.m., room 4206.

Child care is available upon request.

Diane Jones at 407-949-7188 or diane.jones@northlandchurch.net

Bible Studies ADULTS Deep in Spirit, Shallow in the Word Sundays, January 20 to March 3, 9:40 to 10:45 a.m., room 4210. Within seven weeks, this class will review the unfolding story of the entire Bible, so you’ll have a perspective for further study. The study is based on Max Anders’ book 30 Days to Understanding the Bible. Register at northlandchurch. net/classes. Book cost: $10.25 at the Northland Bookstore. For child care, contact Laura Pinckard at laura.pinckard@ northlandchurch.net.

David McLaughlin at davidkmclaughlin@yahoo.com or 407797-5463, or Paul DePalma at pdepalma01@ gmail.com or 407-786-0687 Discipleship Group Wednesdays, 8:30 to 9:30 a.m., Prayer room. Study for new believers and those who want to grow in their faith using the book of John.

Bob Ek at bobpatek30@aol.com Evening Prayer Group Thursdays, 6 to 7 p.m., prayer room.

Elaine Harland at 407-949-4002 or elaine.harland@northlandchurch.net Firm Foundations Sundays, 11 a.m., rooms 4209-10. Study the Bible chronologically for one year to understand God’s overarching plan from creation to Christ. For new adult believers and those who are seeking to gain a clear understanding of God, our relationship with Him, and the grace He has made freely available through the death of His Son. Register at northlandchurch.net/classes. For child care, contact Laura Pinckard at laura. pinckard@northlandchurch.net.

Mike Sheffey at msheffey@cfl.rr.com John • Sundays, 9 a.m., room 4206-07 • Wednesdays, 7 p.m., room 2211, Admin Wing.

Study some of the most powerful sayings and actions in all of the ministry of Jesus.

From the I AM sayings of Jesus to the raising of Lazarus from the dead, this study will bring greater clarity to your understanding of who Jesus is and what He has done.

Barb Olsen at barbara.olsen@northlandchurch.net or 407-949-7183

There are limitless opportunities to grow in God and connect with others in and through Northland. Here are some great places to start!

Romans Sundays, starting January 6, 10:45 a.m., rooms 4206-07. Come early for refreshments and fellowship. Study Romans, the constitution of the Bible, and how this important book explains how to be right with God, ourselves and others.

John and Carolyn Jones at 407-831-5822 Spanish Ministry Bible Study Every Wednesday starting January 9, 7 to 9 p.m., room 5210, Children’s Worship Wing.

Dr. Laura Capizzano at laura. capizzano@northlandchurch.net or 407-9371824.

Ministerio Hispano de Northland: Estudio Biblico semanal en espanol.

Todos los miercoles de 7pm.a 9pm. (termina 8.30pm y luego tiempo de oracion). Comienza el Miercoles 9 de Enero. Las clases seran en el aula 5210 en la seccion de adoracion del ministerio de ninios. Bendiciones Dr. Laura Capizzano at laura.capizzano@northlandchurch.net or 407-937-1824.

Transformers — Young married couples (mid-20s to -40s) 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 Laura Pinckard at laura.pinckard@ northlandchurch.net.

Tim and Michelle Kutcher at tim.kutcher@gmail.com

MEN 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.

Dan Bogdan at 407-702-5358 or danbogdan@ trubromance.com Man in the Mirror Men’s Bible Study,

by Pat Morley Tuesdays, 6:45 to 8 a.m., room 1118, Student Ministries and Care Center.

Bob Shoemaker at bshoemaker@ compass1.org or 407-599-3132 Men’s Fraternity: The Quest for Authentic Manhood Thursdays, 7 to 9 p.m., room 5100, CWW. This is an intensive, captivating journey that helps men: Resolve wounds from their past; embrace a biblical definition of manhood; and develop their own personal manhood plan. The required workbook can be ordered through the Northland Bookstore.

Vito Fera at vito@networksoundinc.com or 407923-5115 Philippians Thursdays, 6:30 a.m., Student Ministries and Care Center, room 1118. Join this open-forum discussion on the book of Philippians: 45 minutes of study and 15 minutes of prayer.

Leo Carrier at leo@carrierinsurance.com

WOMEN Esther: It’s Tough Being a Woman, by Beth Moore This 10-week Bible study provides biblical guidelines and practical life lessons from the book of Esther. The workbook is available in the Northland Bookstore for $16.95. Choose one of two times: • Mondays, January 7 through March

11, 9:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m., The Rink, Student Ministries and Care Center.

Cherrie Rowe at 407-322-6850, or Anne Sullivan at 407-332-8318 or annesullivan@ cfl.rr.com • Tuesdays, January 8 through March 12, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., The Rink, Student Ministries and Care Center.

Cherrie Rowe at 407-322-6850, or Marlene Ross at 407-833-0094 or rossduo@cfl.rr.com

Classes & Training Check the Northland website (northlandchurch.net/classes/) for the most up to date information on all classes.

ADULTS The Art of Marriage Weekend Friday, January 11, 7 to 9:30 p.m., and Saturday, January 12, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., Northland Oviedo Community Center, 561 E. Mitchell Hammock Road, Suite 300.

Understand the beauty of God’s design for your marriage. This weekend will change your marriage! The class cost: $50 for two workbooks at the Northland Bookstore, plus $10 per couple registration due at the event time. Register at northlandchurch.net/ classes. Child care is not available.

Rick or Jolene Burns at rickandjolene@outlook. com or 407-462-5130 Belong/Membership Opportunities • One-day seminar: Saturday, January 26, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., The Rink. Hear Dr. Joel C. Hunter and other senior leaders describe what it means to belong to Christ and to Northland. Child care is available.

Ruth Sapp at belong@northlandchurch. net or 407-949-4039 • Online: Anytime at northlandchurch.net/ series/belong_study/ Digging Deeper Wednesdays, 7 p.m., room 4128.

Discussion revolves around the current series being preached by Dr. Hunter. Great group for those who want to know more about applying God’s Word to their lives. For child care, contact Laura Pinckard at laura. pinckard@northlandchurch.net.

Bob and Donna Keiderling at bob.keiderling@ northlandchurch.net or 407-937-1789 Dwell Tuesdays, starting January 15, 7:30 p.m., connect for location, as it will change every week. This small group of creative and artistic young professionals ranging from age 20 to 30 years old seeks to dwell in community, both with one another and with Christ, through building authentic relationships, serving the local community, and engaging in worship and Scripture. twitter @northland_dwell or dwell.northland@gmail.com Healthy 100 for Parents and Children Wednesdays, January 16 through March 13, 6 to 8 p.m., Children’s Worship Wing.

This innovative class will start with a family study and then have separate activities for children and parents. Registration and more details at www.northlandchurch.net/classes.

Debbie Blahnik at debbie.blahnik@ northlandchurch.net Marriage 911 Wednesdays, February 6 through May 1, 7 to 9 p.m., rooms 4206-7. Attend this 13-week class to rescue your marriage.

Men and women participate separately.

Books and materials are available in the Northland Bookstore (Broken Heart on Hold: $9.75; Marriage 911 workbook: $30). To register, contact Linda Rooks at lindarooks@ embarqmail.com or 407-644-8619; for child care registration, contact Laura Pinckard at laura.pinckard@northlandchurch.net.

Marriage Preparation Class Sundays, January 20 through April 21, 8:30 to 10:30 a.m., The Rink, Student Ministries and Care Center. This 13-week class is for any couple engaged, not engaged (but seriously considering engagement) or married without the benefit of premarital counseling.

The cost: $120 per couple. Registration is required by January 15 at http://www. northlandchurch.net/calendar/details/ Marriage_Prep_Course/. A paper application is available in the Northland Bookstore.

Chris Kingsley at 407-949-7193 Navigating Your Finances God’s Way Orientation: Thursday, January 24, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., room 4205. Class: February 7 through April 4, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., room 4205. This small group study teaches individuals God’s way of handling money and possessions. Subjects include: God’s Part & Our Part, Debt, Generosity, Work, Honesty, Godly Counsel, Crises & Perspective, and Eternity. The cost for materials, available in the Northland Bookstore: $39 per person, or $49 per couple.

Bob Shoemaker at 407599-3132 or bshoemaker@compass1.org

Simple Trust, Simple Prayers Sundays, January 13 through April 7, 10:45 a.m. to noon, room 1104, The Rink, Student Ministries and Care Center.

Study an updated, paraphrased version of George Mueller’s written journals in which he recorded his prayers, his thoughts, and details of his faith journey. This book will change your life! Books are available at the Northland Bookstore, at Amazon.com, or directly from Mickey and Cindy Mallin.

Cindy and Mickey Mallin at 407-330-6261 The Truth Project by Focus on the Family Sundays, January 13 through April 7, 10:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m., room 4204. Join them for 13 hour-long life-changing sessions taught by Dr. Del Tackett as they learn together to look at various aspects of living life from a biblical perspective. Learn ways God continues to call ordinary people like us to make an eternal difference in our world! No cost for materials.

Chris and Teri Toadvine at toadvines@gmail.com

CHILDREN Steps for Young Believers (Grades 2-5) and Their Parents These courses in basic discipleship include classroom sessions and daily at-home devotionals. Materials cost: $5. Registration is required.

Gale Watzel at 407-621-1131 or rgjace@earthlink.net • STEP 1—BECOMING A PART OF GOD’S FAMILY: Sundays, January 13 through February 3, 3 to 4:30 p.m.

Focus: Salvation and assurance. Includes Communion instruction.

• STEP 2—THE MOST IMPORTANT THING: Sundays, February 10 through March10, 3 to 4:30 p.m. Focus: Jesus’ Life A-Z, a basic discipleship theme and learning about the life of Christ. Baptism offered at end of course.

• STEP 3—LIVING BY THE BOOK, “C-ING” MY WAY THROUGH THE BIBLE:

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Sundays, January 13 through February 17, 3 to 4:30 p.m. Focus: to develop skills in exploring the Bible.

MEN Stepping Up FamilyLife Men’s Event Saturday, February 2, 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., rooms 4206-07. Before the biggest game of the season, let Dennis Rainey, Tony Dungy, Matt Chandler, Robert Lewis, Mark Driscoll, Bill Bennett and other renowned ministry leaders help you tackle some of the biggest issues facing men today. The cost: $25 for lunch and materials. Register at http:// cfl-mensteppingup-es2img.eventbrite. com/?rank=2#. Child care is not available.

Rick Burns at rickandjolene@outlook.com or 407-366-4242

WOMEN Awaken Hope Wednesdays, 7 to 8:30 p.m., room 4108 (Prayer Room). Geared toward helping women fully engage their hearts’ desires, this therapeutic group will use Paula Rinehart’s Strong Women, Soft Hearts as a catalyst to healing discussion and renewed hope. Come ready to navigate your disappointments, hurts and fears in a way that leads to abundant and lasting joy.

Julie Keck at julie@ discoveryorlando.org or Tracy Weiss at tracy. weiss@northlandchurch.net New Believers Class Mondays, January 14 through February 11, 6:30 to 8 p.m., room 1104, Student Ministries and Care Center. This class is for all women who are new believers or have recommitted their lives to Christ and who want to grow in intimacy with Christ and become empowered in their walk. For child care, contact Laura Pinckard at laura. pinckard@northlandchurch.net. Registration fee for materials: $5.

Kari Maggard at 407-592-3001 or karimaggard@gmail.com Women of Faith Sundays Two Sunday evenings a month, 4:30 to 6 p.m., room 4217. Fun, fellowship, fabulous friendships, precious prayer and meaningful Bible study! or RSVP: Stephanie Marks at stepha.marks@gmail.com or 407-227-7964

Groups CARE GROUPS ADULTS Celebrate Recovery Fridays, 7 to 9 p.m., Sanctuary. Gain freedom from life’s hurts, hang-ups and habits over dinner, fellowship and share groups, which include CR 101, Men’s and Women’s Addiction, Men’s and Women’s Co-dependency, Mom’s of Addicts, Men’s Anger, Men’s Sexual Addiction, Women’s Relationship Addiction, Women’s Physical, Emotional and Sexual Abuse and Eating Disorders for Women. For child care, contact Laura Pinckard at laura. pinckard@northlandchurch.net.

Laurie Jean Harrington at celebraterecovery@ northlandchurch.net or 407-927-4393 Coping with Addictions/Codependency His Way Thursdays, 7 p.m., fellowship hall, Student Ministries and Care Center. A Christcentered, 12-step program dealing with issues such as alcohol, drugs, relationships, food, sexual addictions, codependency and issues affecting adult children of addiction. For child care, contact Laura Pinckard at laura.

pinckard@northlandchurch.net.

Frank Turner at 407-599-9770

His Way,

Generational Strongholds & Blessings Generational Workshop 1: Wednesday, January 9, 7 to 9 p.m. and Thursday, January 10, 1 to 3 p.m., room 4204 Diseases get passed down family lines, including diabetes, heart disease and alcoholism. But what about anger, anxiety, abuse, addictions, control, depression, divorce, envy, fear, greed, jealousy, low selfworth, mental illness, molestation, poverty, pornography and worry? Don’t let these continue to go down your family and destroy!

We will break these strongholds and turn your strongholds into blessings! Suggested donation: $20.

Portia at 407-687-1550 or portia@restoration-ministry.com GriefShare Call for time and location. New session begins Monday, February 11. This healing ministry walks you through the steps of grief. Workbook is available at Northland’s bookstore for $19. For child care, contact Laura Pinckard at laura.pinckard@ northlandchurch.net.

GriefShare voiceline at 407-949-7152 or griefshare@ northlandchurch.net Divorce Recovery Tuesdays, call for time and location. New session begins January 8. This support group walks alongside individuals who have been through a divorce and helps them to experience personal growth and healing.

Registration and assessment are required.

Cost: $5, and $19 for the book (available in the Bookstore). Child care is available.

Donna Delzingaro at 407-937-1749 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 Laura Pinckard at laura.pinckard@ northlandchurch.net.

Skye Engel at 407834-3158 PeaceSeekers This ministry takes the biblical approach to handling all levels and types of conflict and making a difference in relationships.

Mediation and biblical conflict coaching are available.

Rich Arndt at 407-221-8955 or volvoom@gmail.com Support for the Separated Tuesdays, call for location. New session begins January 8. Support group for those who are separated with court papers pending, for healing, hope and reconciliation in the Lord.

Cost: $5, and $19 for the book (available in the Northland Bookstore). Child care is available.

Donna Delzingaro at 407-937-1749 Transformation Series 1 Healing Hearts — Transforming Lives Wednesdays beginning February 6, 7 to 9 p.m., room 4218 and Thursdays, beginning February 7, 1 to 3 p.m., room 4205. Onehour DVD teaching and one-hour small group inner healing. Help break strongholds (negative patterns) in your life. Get to the root of the issue, and get it healed instead of just coping.Get rid of the blocks that prevent you from being all that God made you to be!

Portia at 407-687-1550 or portia@ restoration-ministry.com

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: $17 at Northland’s

bookstore.

Bryce Hagedorn at 407227-3072 or brycehagedorn@yahoo.com; or Kevin Urichko at 407-949-7166 or kevin. urichko@northlandchurch.net

WOMEN BCAUSE—Breast Cancer Survival Any woman touched by breast cancer desiring prayer, fellowship, information and/or encouragement, contact Susan Diener-Blando at 407-488-5941 or susandb@yahoo.com.

Women Facing Love, Sex and Relationship Addiction Group Thursdays, 7 to 9 p.m., rooms 5106-7, Children’s Worship Wing. This group support provides confidential care and recovery from fantasy, romance, love and sex/pornography addiction. For child care, contact Laura Pinckard at laura.pinckard@ northlandchurch.net.

Suzanne Rucker at 407-967-9313 or LifeCounselingSolutions@ gmail.com Women’s Healing Ministry Wednesdays, 7 to 8:30 p.m., room 5100.

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.

Vicki M. Wotring at 520-631-0886 or celebratelife3@aol.com

COMMUNITY GROUPS What is a community group?

It’s a small group — a gathering of you and your Christian community hinged on a mission of responding to God TOGETHER for the benefit of others! Find or form a group of your own at community.northlandchurch.net.

PRAYER GROUPS Children’s Ministries Prayer Team Pray weekly from your home for needs in Children’s Ministries.

Carol Moss at carol. moss@northlandchurch.net or 407-949-7180 Commit to Pray Choose and day and time to pray.

Northland’s leadership is sensing the Holy Spirit moving us as a congregation to be intentionally involved in ministry … at Northland and in the world, everywhere, every day. Join your prayers to ours as the church is being transformed by the increasingly effective ministries of congregation members, Sign up: northlandchurch.net and type in the search window: prayer about the future of northland

SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS Active and Retired Law Enforcement Officers Third Thursday of the month, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., room 5100, Children’s Worship Wing.

Currently studying John Eldredge’s Beautiful Outlaw.

Paul Griffith at 407-557-7678 or paulgfl02@aol.com Common Ground Adult Ministry (Ages 25-45) Mondays, starting January 28, 7:15 to 8:15 p.m., The Rink, Student Ministries and Care Center. (No meetings through January 21.) Build authentic Christian community, grow spiritually mature and affect the surrounding community with Christ’s love, reflected by serving God. Child care is available upon request.

Susan Lapp at commonground@northlandchurch.net

Kingdom Advisors Fourth Thursday of each month, noon to 1:15 p.m., room 4209. Financial professionals, join this lunch study group to learn how to build your practice on biblical principles.

Philip van Staden at 407-339-9090 Moms4Moms Get connected with other moms for friendship and encouragement through meetings and playgroup activities.

Registration required.

Michelle Smith at 407-718-5510 or michellesmith8203@yahoo. com Moms4Moms: The Next Chapter One Sunday each month, 6 to 8 p.m., room 1115, The Rink. Heaven is For Real, by Todd Burpo (January 13). The Vow, by Kim and Krickitt Carpenter (February 10). Fresh Brewed Life, by Nicole Johnson (March 10) Tara L. Fisher at taralopezfisher@gmail. com Motorcycle Group Sunday, January 20, call for start time and location. Come ride for the 10th Annual Pink Ribbons for Life for Breast Cancer Event hosted by the Chrome Angels of Central Florida. Our group will be riding with many other groups for this great cause.

Lori Landers at 386-668-9077 Northland Veterans for Christ Tuesdays, 7 to 8:30 p.m., room 5110, CWW. Christian brothers and sisters who are veterans of the Armed Forces gathering to grow in Christ, share common experiences, support each other and eventually reach out to the greater community of veterans in the Orlando area.

Randy Mixon at 808-343-4391 or rmixon75@gmail.com or Peter Grace at 407575-1360 or petergrace73@yahoo.com.

Party of 8 If you’re a married 30- or 40-something, we’d love for you to be involved in this first iteration of dinner groups! If you are interested in getting together with other couples in your area once a month for four months, sign up at northlandchurch.net/dinner. dinner@ northlandchurch.net Single Purpose (Singles age 35 and up) Second and fourth Sunday of each month, 3 p.m., rooms 4206-07. Join us for the study of Beyond Boundaries, by Dr. John Townsend. Learn ways to trust and experience freedom and love after dealing with difficult relationships.

Dan Olson at Singlepurpose7@gmail.com, or meetup. com/oacs08/ Softball Join other Christian men and women on this adult coed team or the men’s team to compete in local leagues. www.nlsoftball. com or northlandsoftball@gmail.com Spanish Ministry - Monthly Gathering Third Friday of each month, 7 p.m., fellowship hall, Student Ministries and Care Center. Bring a dish to share and any Spanish-speaking family and friends. Child care is available.

Dr. Laura Capizzano at laura.capizzano@northlandchurch.net or 407-937-1824 Ministerio Hispano - Reunion Mensual Nos reunimos el tercer viernes de cada mes, 7 p.m., fellowship hall, Student Ministries and Care Center. Traiga un plato para compartir y traiga su familia y amigos que hablan español.

Cuidado de niños está disponible.

Dr. Laura Capizzano at laura.capizzano@northlandchurch. net or 407-937-1824 Spanish Ministry - Spanish Interpretation Sundays, 9 and 11 a.m. services. Spanish interpretation is available online and listening

devices are available at the Welcome Desk. Join the Facebook page at www. facebook.com/northlandespanol.

Dr. Laura Capizzano at laura.capizzano@ northlandchurch.net or 407-937-1824 Ministerio Hispano - Interpretacion en Espanol Domingos, en los servicios de las 9 y 11 a.m.

Interpretación en español esta disponible en línea y los aparatos de escucha buscarlos en el Welcome Desk. Busque en la página de Facebook enwww.facebook.com/ northlandespanol.

Dr. Laura Capizzano at laura.capizzano@northlandchurch.net or 407-937-1824 Tennis Saturdays, 8 a.m., Red Bug Lake Park.

Jeff Rossmeissl at 407-489-6096 Word Weavers Second Saturday of each month, 9:30 a.m., fellowship hall, Student Ministries and Care Center. www.wordweaversonline.com

Serve at Northland Questions about serving at Northland? serve@northlandchurch.net or 407-9494000 or serve.northlandchurch.net Call and Connect Believers are needed to make phone calls, welcoming first-time visitors and connecting with interested attendees regarding various ministry projects. Training provided, flexible hours.

Brian King at brian.king@ northlandchurch.net or 407-937-0567 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.

Debbie Blahnik at debbie.blahnik@ northlandchurch.net or 407-949-7162 Communion Servers Communion servers are needed the first weekend of each month. Training provided.

Jasmine Morgan at communion@ northlandchurch.net or 407-937-0575

Parking and Traffic Attendants Weekend volunteers are needed to help control traffic on Northland property before and after services. Help out as often or as little as you want.

Jeff Hess at jeff.hess@ northlandchurch.net or 407-272-9111

in Seminole County are needed. Commitment: about 10 hours a month to help one family for a 90-day window to connect to resources within SCPS and other community resources.

Training is provided.

Maria Penzes at maria. penzes@northlandchurch.net or 407-937-0554

PetPals Saturdays, except the fifth Saturday of the month. Share your pets with people in nursing homes, assisted-living facilities, etc.

Becky Yeager at leahyeager@aol.com or 407-699-4903

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

Lori Holton at lori.holton@ northlandchurch.net or 407-949-4000

Free Clinic Volunteers Needed Harvest Time International’s Medical Care Center is currently looking for volunteers who would like to commit to serve at least once a month. It needs doctors, nurses and other medical staff as well as clerical volunteers to qualify the families (does require one-time training). The clinic will serve needy families without health insurance in our community. The hours are Monday through Saturday. lena@ harvesttime.org or 407-328-9900, ext. 135

Public Elementary School Bible Clubs Held on a weekly basis in a number of Seminole and Orange County schools (30 clubs last school year). Across the USA, 4,385 Good News Clubs were held by churches. YOU can volunteer in a school!

Training and visual literature is available. See children and families come to Christ!

407896-7288 or cefcenfl@earthlink.net or go to the website: www.cefcenfl.org.

Special Needs Children and Teens Sundays, assist during the 11 a.m. worship service.

Laura Lee Wright at 407-9370549 or lauralee.wright@northlandchurch.net Ushers and Greeters Greet and seat those attending worship services. No experience necessary.

Lori Holton at lori.holton@northlandchurch.net or 407-949-4000 Welcome Hosts Needed Welcome guests before the weekend worship services as part of the Welcome Host Team.

No experience necessary. Find out how you can get started.

Todd Mazenko at tjmazenko@gmail.com or 352-630-7868

Serve With Northland Blood Drive Sunday, January 6, 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 4 to 8 p.m.; Monday, January 7, 5:30 to 9:30 p.m., Northland at Longwood. In December, 57 people donated 49 units, and as a result 147 lives were saved. To reduce your waiting time, you may schedule a time slot at www.floridasbloodcenters.org.

Ruth Sapp at ruth.sapp@northlandchurch.net or 407-949-4039 Celebrate Recovery – Inside Facilitate CR–Inside, a Christian 12-step recovery program. Men and women facilitators are needed. Minimum commitment: twice a month.

Susan Lumb at 321-297-2416 or susan.lumb@hatprogram.org

Data Entry Needed Life CrossRoads needs data entry volunteers one day a week for two to three hours.

Knowledge of office products is a plus, but will train with basic computer knowledge.

Maria Penzes at 407-937-0554 or maria. penzes@northlandchurch.net

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.

Patricia Williams at 407-665-5370 or evenings at 321-961-1280 or patricia.williams@gal.fl.gov

Info Desk Hosts Needed Answer questions and direct newcomers before and after the worship services. Five service choices each weekend. Stop by the Info Kiosk (with the big question mark) and find out how you can get started or contact Marie Price at marie.price@northlandchurch.net.

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.

Judy Head at judy.head@ northlandchurch.net or 407-388-5798

Medical First Responders During worship services and special events.

BLS-trained or medical professionals, especially EMTs, are needed.

Lori Holton at lori.holton@northlandchurch.net or 407949-4000

Facilitators for Classes With Incarcerated Men Men are needed to share their faith and experience with incarcerated men. Curriculum will be provided. No experience is necessary.

Training is provided. Minimum commitment, one day per week (alternating weeks).

Emily Tallman at 407-949-4017 or emily. tallman@northlandchurch.net

Minister to Teens Do you have a heart for hurting teens?

We are looking for people to help with an exciting new ministry for students 6th- to 12th-graders. All training and materials will be provided.

Laurie Jean Harrington at celebraterecovery@northlandchurch.net

Family Advocacy Office Couples or individuals interested in making a difference in the lives of more than 900 homeless families with school-aged children

Help at Bethany Christian Services Volunteers are needed to assist with clerical and office duties and to support the exchange of pictures/letters between birth families and adoptive families.

Jamie at Bethany Christian Services at 407-877-4006 or jerpenbach@bethany.org Host a Japanese Student Families are needed to host Japanese students for three weeks in February and March through Mission To Japan, a Northland-supported ministry. Mission To Japan will take care of the students during the day. Host families provide a room, some meals and a loving Christian home. The families drop their student off at Northland by 9:15 a.m. each weekday and pick up their student in the early evenings. Host orientation is provided.

Warren Griffith at 407-243-8867 or info@MissionToJapan.org Jail Ministry Worship Hosts Serve during the live worship services inside the jail. Men and women are needed. No experience is necessary, and training is provided. Minimum commitment: twice a month.

Emily Tallman at 407-949-4017 or emily.tallman@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.

Patsy Grannan at 407-538-5209 or pjgrannan@yahoo.com Men Mentoring Fatherless Boys No age limit or experience required. Must be able to devote at least one hour per week.

Take the challenge, and build a life-changing relationship.

David Keys at nlmentoring@ gmail.com The Mercy Drive Achievers Club This is an after-school program of 51 children who gather weekdays from 3:30 to 5:30 for homework help, Bible lessons, interactive learning, fellowship and fun. The club needs more volunteers to ensure that its achievers get the individual attention they need to be successful students in a community where this is desperately needed. Would you like to share in the vision of a transformed community to the greater glory of God? Check out Mercy Drive Ministries on Facebook.

407-293-7784 Pen Pals for Inmates Looking for men and women interested in corresponding with inmates in Seminole County jail. Additionally, some move on to prison and request a penpal. Must follow established guidelines.

Emily Tallman at 407-949-4017 or emily.tallman@ northlandchurch.net

Reading/Tutoring Ministry Wednesdays, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Goldsboro Elementary & Magnet School, Sanford.

Teens through people in their 80s, read as “Nanas,” “Papas” or “Buddies” to kindergarteners, and/or tutor second-graders in reading or math for one, two or three hours. Tutoring may be done on alternate days.

Mary Weeks at Marykweeks@gmail. com or 407-977-0724, or Elaine Gritter at egritter@bellsouth.net or 407-327-1474 Reading and Math Buddies Mondays through Fridays, 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., Goldsboro Elementary School.

Help make a difference for a child struggling with reading or math by volunteering one hour a week.

Rebekah_richey@scps.k12. fl.us or 407-252-7009 Recovery Ministry Volunteers with a heart for the hurting, and recovery or 12-step experience needed to help with a ministry.

Laurie Jean Harrington at 407-977-6742 or lauriejean2@ bellsouth.net Serve as a Worship Facilitator at the Orlando Bridge We are looking for a few good men! This position is responsible for greeting the inmates for service, handing out prayer cards and worship guides, and hosting the live feed for the Northland worship service through a ROKU box. Training is provided, and most serve one or two times per month.

Emily Tallman at 407-949-4017 or emily.tallman@ northlandchurch.net Temporarily House Children Loving Christian mentors and volunteer host homes are needed to temporarily house children through Bethany Christian Services’ Safe Families for Children ministry. Training is provided, and background checks are required.

Jamie at Bethany Christian Services at 407-877-4006 or jerpenbach@ bethany.org The Sharing Center Volunteers are needed at the Longwood and Sanford sites. Some positions include working at the client services offices or the thrift store, and picking up food from businesses. Volunteers also are needed in the Center’s Oasis, where homeless kids and adults can take a shower, get clothes washed, and use computers for homework and job searches.

407-260-9155 or www.thesharingcenter.org/volunteer Find other ways to serve in your community at www.northlandchurch. net/blogs/serve_beyond/

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Beyond Northland ADULTS Abortion Recovery Bible study for post-abortive men or women that meets in a confidential, supportive setting.

Reveille Ministries at 407-333-0404 Be a Bridge – Connect With People of All Faith Traditions Celebrate with other faith traditions your humanity, spirituality and religious beliefs that are common to all. The group is working to make “earth as it is in heaven.” See below for upcoming ways you can engage and serve with people of many faiths in our Central Florida community.

Pastor Gus Davies at 407-949-4008 or gus.davies@ northlandchurch.net, or Robert Ray at 407415-8528 or Robert.Ray@nrmafla.com • Martin Luther King Jr. Candlelight Vigil and Interfaith/Multicultural Service.

Sunday, January 13. Leaving Orlando City Hall at 6 p.m. to march to First United Methodist Church. Transportation provided.

Robert Ray at 407-415-8528 or Robert.

Ray@nrmafla.com • Interfaith Prayer Service for Christian Unity. Friday, January 25, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., Cathedral Church of St. Luke Vice Episcopal Cathedral of St. Luke, 130 N. Magnolia Ave. RSVP by January 18 to Alejandro Luciano at 407-246-4819 or advocacyjustice@orlandodiocese.org.

• Interfaith Prayer Service for Peace.

Thursday, January 17, 7 p.m., St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church, 526 Park Ave. N., Winter Park. Reception immediately following. RSVP by January 11 to Alejandro Luciano at 407-246-4819 or advocacyjustice@orlandodiocese.org.

• Harmony House. Work with other faith traditions to build a better community through Northland’s partnership with the Interfaith Council of Central Florida and Habitat for Humanity.

Robert Ray at 407-415-8528 or Robert.Ray@nrmafla.com Central Florida’s Job Fair (CFEC.org) Wednesday, January 23, 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.

Christian HELP at 407-834-4022 or christianhelp.org Community Bible Study Wednesdays, through May 8, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., Community United Methodist on 17-92. Please join women from all backgrounds and levels of Bible knowledge to study Hebrews. Children’s program is available. New Spanish group. Registration is now open.

Olga Lizardo at 407-4159578, Eunice Hopkins at 407-339-6112 (en Español), or visit Orlando.CBSclass.org Healing Grace Tuesdays, 6:30 to 8 p.m., TLC Women’s Center, 2992 Edgewater Drive, Orlando.

This post-abortion ministry shares the healing grace of Jesus without judgment.

Coorie Moore at 407-244-5527 Healing and Transition (HAT) Program Serving men and women recently released from incarceration, and their families.

Mentors/coaches needed; training is provided. Jobs, housing and other basic needs. Grant writer is needed.

Susan Lumb at 321-297-2416 or susan.lumb@ hatprogram.org

Holy Land Pilgrimage Visit to Israel November 2013 – Information Meeting Wednesday, January 9, 6:30 to 8 p.m. in rooms 4209-10. Explore the opportunity to journey to the Holy Land with Pastor’s Gus Davies and Kevin Urichko November 29 to December 12, 2013 where we will see the people, places and Bible events of our Lord’s home, come alive before our eyes. We will be inspired as we worship and partake of the Lord’s Supper together in the Garden Tomb, pray in the Garden of Gethsemane, sail across the Sea of Galilee, and visit many other holy sites. We also will visit Nazareth Baptist Church and School on a Serve Day. This is a fantastic occasion to celebrate our spiritual heritage with your family or friends.

Donna Snyder at 407-421-3213 or donnaflamm@hotmail.com Love Like You Mean It Marriage Cruise Monday, February 11 through Friday, February 15, 2013. Sail with other Northland couples on a five-day, four-night FamilyLife cruise on the Carnival Imagination to Key West and Cozumel, Mexico, and enjoy Christian fun and fellowship. Great guest speakers will include Dennis and Barb Rainey, and Voddie Baucham. Musical guests will include Sara Groves, Anthony Evans and the Mile High Orchestra. Learn biblical and practical ways to enrich your marriage.

Convenient payment plans are available.

Jolene Burns at 407-462-5130 or jburns@ mycbfl.com Study of Genesis through Bible Study Fellowship International (BSF) BSF began in September and is providing an interdenominational, in-depth Bible study of the book of Genesis. Day and evening classes are available for women, evenings for men and there are age-appropriate classes for children of all ages. For additional information about BSF International www. bsfinternational.org. For class details and/ or registration information: Orlando Evening Women’s Class - Gina Horton at vhorton827@aol.com; Southwest Orlando Day Women’s Class - Edie Chambers at ebie948@gmail.com; Northwest Orlando Day Women’s Class - Mimi Certo at Mimi@ websolvers.com; Oviedo Day Women’s Class - JillRead at jillread@aol.com; Orlando Evening Men’s Class - Gary Klein at garykleinbsf@gmail.com

feelings, and learn how to respond to your gay loved one in a Godly way. For confidential information Cherrie at cherrierowe@aol.com or 407-322-6850

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.

407949-4000 or serve@northlandchurch.net

WOMEN

Christian and classic children’s books as well as parenting and marriage books are needed for the Northland Children’s and Family library.

Bethany Durys at bethany. durys@northlandchurch.net or 407-937-0541

Divorced/Widowed Women’s Fellowship Second and fourth Sundays of each month, 3 p.m., Nancy Petitto’s home, Casselberry. Join other women for prayer and discussion at this potluck fellowship.

Children welcome.

Nancy Petitto at 321972-2255 Women’s Connection Luncheon Third Wednesday 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.

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.

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

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.

407-260-9155 or www. thesharingcenter.org

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.

Dave Mullen at dmull77@yahoo.com Vehicles are needed at Recovery House of Central Florida (www.recoveryhouseinc. org). It also needs pressure-washing equipment, power tools and hand tools.

Erik Robinson at 407-323-5857 or erikrhcf@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. admin@safehouseofseminole.org or 407302-5220 Men’s neckties and dress shirts are needed to support the dress code for participants in the Healing and Transition (HAT) Program.

HAT is a program for men and women looking for life transformation following incarceration. Donated cars assist with transportation to work.

Susan Lumb at 321-297-2416 or susan.lumb@hatprogram. org

MEN Christian Businessmen’s Connection Tuesdays, 7 to 8 a.m., Denny’s, Lee Road exit off Interstate 4. A worldwide men’s ministry for 78 years (www.cbmc.com) that meets for fellowship, prayer and discussion of God’s principles for business.

Armand Dauplaise at 407-221-3114 or adauplaise@ aol.com, or Larrie Kitchen at 407-290-5642 Faithful and True Wednesdays, 6 to 7:30 p.m., Reformed Theological Seminary, Oviedo.

Join a fellowship of men pursuing sexual integrity.

Kevin Sipp at klsipp@sbcglobal. net or 407-949-4000, xt. 1862

PARENTS NearHim Home Educators Supports and encourages families that God has called to teach their children at home. www.nearhim.com Parents Group for Moms and Dads Impacted by Homosexuality Second Monday each month, 7 p.m., Altamonte Springs ministry location.

Join this group where you can share your

Looking for ministry-related jobs in Central Florida? Need to hire at your ministry?

Find and post paid positions at jobs.northlandchurch.net.

LIFEHOPE

at Northland at Longwood’s Student Ministries and Care Center Hours: Tuesday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Guests must be signed in by noon. LifeHope Info Line: 407-949-7151 Serving people in need from our church family and community, LifeHope helps meet practical needs while working to connect all beneficiaries to a relationship with God and Christian community. Logistically, LifeHope ministers meet with guests to listen, pray, and assess their priority needs and eligibility for assistance. Staff and volunteers then come alongside the guests to help guide them toward living the life God has for them.

YOU can SERVE OTHERS by helping to meet the needs at LifeHope!

Find out more at generous.northlandchurch.net.

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CONTACT INFO

530 Dog Track Road, Longwood, FL 32750 www.northlandchurch.net | info@northlandchurch.net Main Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-949-4000 Main Fax . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-949-4020 Northland Bookstore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-949-7199 Send newspaper correspondence to: newspaper@northlandchurch.net.

GOVERNING ELDERS Thom Willis, Chairman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-949-4000 thom.willis@northlandchurch.net Owusu Amaning, Vice Chairman. . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-937-1797 owusu.amaning@northlandchurch.net Marcus Mennenga, Secretary-Treasurer. . . . . . . 407-949-7169 marcus.mennenga@northlandchurch.net Dale Burket. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-937-1809 dale.burket@northlandchurch.net Fred Franz. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-937-1766 fred.franz@northlandchurch.net Danny Gordon. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-937-1763 danny.gordon@northlandchurch.net Dan Hardaway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-949-4000 dan.hardaway@northlandchurch.net Felipe Santos. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-949-7168 felipe.santos@northlandchurch.net Tim Wright. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-937-1804 tim.wright@northlandchurch.net

PASTOR’S BIO Dr. Joel C. Hunter has served as Northland’s senior pastor since 1985. During Pastor Hunter’s tenure, Northland has grown from 200 faithful souls to a community of 15,000 that worships around the globe. An internationally respected evangelical leader, Dr. Hunter approaches today’s issues in a biblical and balanced manner, and has championed the cause of “Compassion Issues” found in Scripture, including pro-life concerns, justice, poverty and creation care. He serves on the boards of the World Evangelical Alliance (with 420 million constituents) and the National Association of Evangelicals (with 30 million members), and is regularly featured on local and national media outlets. A longtime bridge-builder who seeks common ground for the common good, he is a frequent consultant to U.S. agencies and served during the inaugural year on the U.S. president’s Advisory Council on Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnerships. He has been married to his best friend and ministry partner, Becky, since 1972. They have three married sons and six grandchildren, including one in heaven.

DISTRIBUTED SITES

WHOM DO I CONTACT IF:

MOUNT DORA SITE The Seventh-Day Adventist Church. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 a.m.

18440 Highway 441, Mount Dora, FL 32757 The church is on the south side of Highway 441. Look for the “Northland” sign.

Facebook.com . . . . www.facebook.com/northlandmountdora General Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-949-4000 Jeff Bell, Site Minister . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-949-7184 or jeff.bell@northlandchurch.net

I am in crisis?

Northland’s main line. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-949-4000

OVIEDO SITE Reformed Theological Seminary. . . . . . . . . . . 9 and 11 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 Jeremy Jobson, Site Minister . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-929-3053 or jeremy.jobson@northlandchurch.net

HOUSE CHURCHES Even though Northland is what could be called a “megachurch,” we are committed to helping others do church on as small a scale as a few people in a home. That means we want to bring resources and encouragement, and training for ministry to people where they live, and work and play. The house church allows that to happen anywhere in the world.

Visit northlandchurch.net/housechurch for an introductory video from Dr. Hunter which will help you learn more about starting a house church. For more videos on how to build a simple church, so that you can effectively gather with others to transform your community, visit www. doingchurchsimply.com.

Crystal River, FL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Saturdays, 5 p.m.

Tom and Alice Austin: aaustin@qahomes.com or 352-270-8764 DeLand, FL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sundays, 11 a.m.

Jeff and Cindy Reinertsen: jsrein1@gmail.com or 386-736-9746 Naples, FL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Saturdays, 5 p.m.

Sam Lewis: samllewis@aol.com or 407-310-1719 Marco Island, FL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Saturdays, 5 p.m.

Sam Lewis: samllewis@aol.com or 407-310-1719 Ocoee, FL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sundays, 9 a.m.

Marty McCoy: mmccoy@kostoandrotella.com or 407-733-5989 Ponce Inlet, FL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sundays, 9 a.m.

Joe and Donna Leonardo: josephleonardo@sprintmail.com or 386-236-8871

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.

Salisbury, NC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sundays, 4:30 p.m.

Laurie and Tim Klaus: pianolauriek@yahoo.com or 704-636-5966

ACCESS MINISTRIES

Utica, NY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sundays, 11 a.m.

Terri McDowell: terrilee.mcdowell@gmail.com or 845-332-6762

We have programs and services for individuals with disabilities.

Find out more at northlandchurch.net/blogs/category/ access_ministries/.

Heather Subbert at heather.subbert@northlandchurch.net or 407-937-1828

Tyngsboro, MA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sundays, 11 a.m.

Debbie Miller: NorthlandTyngsboro@gmail.com or 978-649-6115

Venice, FL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sundays, 5 p.m.

Ron and Marcy Burth: marciabedford@yahoo.com or 941-493-6965

I want to seek counseling?

Counseling referral line . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-949-7204 I have a prayer request?

Prayer request line. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-949-4025 or pray.northlandchurch.net I need the Hospital Ministry to pay a visit?

Bob Keiderling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-937-1789 or bob.keiderling@northlandchurch.net I am interested in a Care Ministry?

Elaine Harland. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-949-4002 or elaine.harland@northlandchurch.net I want to become a member?

Ruth Sapp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-949-4039 or ruth.sapp@northlandchurch.net I have accepted Christ into my heart and wish to be baptized?

Sharon Ferreira (adult/student) . . . . . . . . 407-949-7189 or sharon.ferreira@northlandchurch.net

Diane Jones (infants–grade school). . . . . 407-949-7188 or diane.jones@northlandchurch.net I need information on Student Ministries?

Shaylynn Stoner. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .407-949-7194 or shaylynn.stoner@northlandchurch.net I need information about Children’s Ministries?

Debbie Blahnik. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .407-949-7162 or debbie.blahnik@northlandchurch.net I am interested in Distributed Journeys?

Patti Harshey. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-937-0573 or patti.harshey@northlandchurch.net; or visit SomedayIsToday.net I want to help at Northland?

Rebecca Lang. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-937-1807 volunteer@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 Spanish Ministry?

Quiero aprender más acerca de su Ministerio en Español.

Ivan Portillo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-949-4000 or ivan.portillo@northlandchurch.net

Lider Dr. Laura Capizzano. . . . . . . . . . . . 407-937-1824 or laura.capizzano@northlandchurch.net

Ministro Mike Fernandez. . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-937-1753 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?

Visit LifeHope in the Care Center . . . . . . 407-949-7151 Walk-in hours are Tuesday through Thursday. Doors open at 8:30 a.m., guests are served on a first come first served basis beginning at 9 a.m. Guests must be signed in by noon.

I need information on jail/prison transition ministries?

Emily Tallman. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-949-4017 or emily.tallman@northlandchurch.net I need the Resource Advocate or FAO (Family Advocacy Office)?

Maria Penzes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407-937-0554 or maria.penzes@northlandchurch.net

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In Honor and Memory In Honor Of: All of our servicepeople by Mr. and Mrs. John B. Sterling Charles, my dad, by Sunny Judy Kaitlyn and Madisyn Cheek by Denver and Candy Cheek Our grandparents, John and Margaret Drakesmith, by Margo, Ava and Nathan Barbara and Dennis Fougnie by Chris and Sandy Nichols Grandmom by Jacci, Arielle, Everette and Tommy The Horner family by Larry and Alix Horner Noah, Jada, Ella, Lincoln and Luke Hunter by their grandparents Joel and Becky Hunter Iverson by Alma D. Rivera, Tatita Rita Januszkiewicz by Kathie Deisz Mr. and Mrs. James Langston by Linda and Richard Tubbs Audrey Leist by Dave and Daphne Keys Emilio E. Lopez by the Lopez-Cruz family Marian Luce by Debi Luce and Jeff Stephan Esther Matthews Our family, Tom, Tamara, Claudia and Elena Muller, by Terry and Tim Wenner My grandchildren, Ethan, Rebecca and Laura, by Lois Dearolf Carol and Ted Nichols by Chris and Sandy Nichols Ted Nichols Jr. by Chris and Sandy Nichols Charles Pendergast by Candace Pendergast Kathie Schnell by her family Barbara Stephan by Jeff and Debi (Luce) Stephan Lola Van Zandt by Linda and Richard Tubbs Colleen Walker by Debbie Raso Jo Younger, my wife, by Jerry Younger

In Memory Of: Anthony and Theresa Adamo by Mr. and Mrs. George Mansfield Doris Alston by Brenda Alston Melvin O. Alston by Brenda Alston Ray and Marjorie Andersen by Dave and Nancy Andersen Thomas Joseph Andersen by Dave and Nancy Andersen The Andres family by Carol Biery Mr. and Mrs. Francis Aronsen by Scot and Nancy Post Denny Ashcraft by Martha Poppe and Abby and Fred Klein and family Edith Ashton by Margie Burden David Webb Bassick by Jay and Christine La Forest Beatrice, my mother, by Sunny Judy Carol Bernin by Barbra Bernin and Pete Muller George W. Berns Jr. by Aiden, Ethan and Sierra My parents, Dora Lee and Louis Biery, by Carol Biery Carl and Lillian Bines by Dan and Jeanna Bond Charles L. Bleakley by Michelle, Brian, Taylor and Brady Joyce and Ronald Bohnstadt and family by Judy and David Bohnstadt Grandma and Grandpa Bohr by Robbie and Alexandria Brown Grandparents Bohr by Alyce Payne Ruth Ellis and John Bond Sr. by Dan and Jeanna Bond Pam Bradshaw by “The Ladies That Count�

Brian and Scotty by Kathy and Keith Stanley and Amy and Jason Bingham Mr. and Mrs. C.T. Brown by Robbie and Alexandria Brown

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of our Loved Ones Shirley and John Burket by Judy and David Bohnstadt Bill and Billie Capehart by Ken and Fran Gutterman Marion and Gladys Cheek by Denver and Candy Cheek Howard and Frances Clay by Denver and Candy Cheek Donald C. and Clayton L. Cook by the Lee family and Mary Jo Cook Jason Andrew Copeland by Joni and Larry Szrom Leonard and Edna Cox by Linda and Armand Dauplaise Candido Cruz by the Lopze-Cruz family Matthew and Janet Cummings and unborn baby by Ty and Katie Short Fran Currens, Mom and Grandma by Debby Jordan and kids Marie Davids by Joe and Joann George and Stella Dehbac by Mark and Bonnie Hamilton and girls Wilbur and Katherine Dershimer by Wil and Elizabeth Dershimer Mr. and Mrs. Carmen DeStout Jr. by Donna Delzingaro Paula DiBari, my mom, by Dawn and Ralph DiBari Paul and Clyde Divver by Joe and Rita Divver Richard Divver by Joe and Rita Divver Albert Dowling by Steve, Cyndi, Tyler and Parker Ann Edge by Renee Dwyer, loving sister Myrna Fischer by Dee, Nicole, Lisa, Alex and Kayla Mr. Norman Fletcher by Emma, Dean and Charlotte Biggs and Barbara Fletcher Victoria Fletter by Bill, Lorenna, Lauren and Matthew Siegrist Marilyn and Ken Franzen by Chris and Gilbert Kingsley Viola Gerlach by Debra Foster Sherill Gibson, our mom and our friend, by Deborah Morris and Teresa King James and Argie Godfrey by Ann Godfrey Pickering Mark Godfrey by Ann Godfrey Pickering Granddad by Jacci, Arielle, Everette and Tommy Donna Gray by Barbra Bernin and Pete Muller Margaret and Fred Grinnell by Donna and Merrill Schrimscher Ken Gutterman Sr. by Ken and Fran Gutterman Jr. Ashley Hamilton by Dad and Mom J.C. Hansen by BJ Hansen George Harms by Dee, Nicole, Lisa, Alex and Kayla Ruth and Shorty Hays by Judy and David Bohnstadt Mark Hellinger by Ray and Katherine Scott Ruth Hewitt by Margie Burden Wilhelmina Hewitt by Margie Burden Kalyn High by Thomas and Amy High and her sisters and brother Dudley Howell by Elise Longoria Tom and Edward Hunt by Mr. and Mrs. Thomas E. Hunt Ava Belle Hunter by her grandparents Joel and Becky Hunter Ava Hunter by Dawn and Ralph DiBari Evert and Esther Idema by Roger and Sandra Vick Menno Ingari by Cliff and Lisa Ingari Our brother, Vincent A. Ippolito Jr., by Camille and Rich Halbert Dorthy Iverson by Evelyn Brant Adam Januszkiewicz by Kathie Deisz Ralph W. Johnston by Renee Dwyer, loving daughter Mickey Jones by Mike and Anne Taylor Nanny Kaye by Larry and Alix Horner Kenneth James Kiester by Donna and Merrill Schrimscher Mary Rae Kiester by Donna and Merrill Schrimscher

Charles E. Kilgore by Sherryl K. Schroeder Eugene and Goldie King by Jerry and Martha Posey James Merrian King by Pam and Payton Montague Leo and Sara Klein by the Fred Klein family and Martha Poppe Thelma and Joseph Klein by Dan and Jeanna Bond Zsolt and Maria Kovats by Dr. Christian A.P. Kovats, loving son Juanita Krauss by the Krauss family Ronald Krueger by Dave and Nancy Andersen Estelle Champoux La Forest by Jay and Christine La Forest Olivia Joseph La Forest by Jay and Christine La Forest Mitzi Lang by the Stram family Albert and Anne Lange by Barbara Trubac and family Jim Langston by Linda and Richard Tubbs Little Granny and Grandpa Lee by Kasey and Lorin Lee Frank Leist by Dave and Daphne Keys Grandpa/Dad Linville by his family Janice Lloyd by Bill and Lynn Wheaton Melbah Lorah by Joe and Rita Divver Terry Lorah by Joe and Rita Divver William and Madeline Lotz by the Wells family Arbie and Lolo Lovejoy by Wil and Elizabeth Dershimer Gerry Luce by Debi Luce and Jeff Stephan Charlotte Lucie by Mark and Cindy Losso Charles MacGregor by Jean MacGregor Jean “Tootie” Magee by Bill, Lorenna, Lauren and Matthew Siegrist Jean “Tootie” Magee by Margaret Siegrist Anna Marinello, my grandma, by Dawn and Ralph DiBari Julia and Ralph Marlin by Weegie Henry John W. Matasy Sr. by Dan and Jeanna Bond Alfred McCabe by the McCabe family Jame McCabe by the McCabe family Ryan McCool by his mom, Kathy McCool Joshua McCormick by Mike and Anne Taylor Carol Clay Meholic by Denver and Candy Cheek Don Meoli by Janet Meoli and family Grandma and Grandpa Mihelic by Robbie and Alexandria Brown Iris Miller by Cliff and Lisa Ingari Deputy Matt Miller by Gary, Stacey, Griff, Sam and Colby Miller Mom by Marli and Joshua Mom by our grandparents and our fearless aunts by Holly and Shane Johnson Mom and Dad by Susan and Bill Kathryn Montague by Pam and Payton Montague Robert Samuel Montague by Pam and Payton Montague Mr. and Mrs. Howard Moore by Robbie and Alexandria Brown My mom by Gratia S. Merrill Billie Norden by Bill and Lynn Wheaton Dorris Norden by Bill and Lynn Wheaton John Norden by Bill and Lynn Wheaton Our parents by Dan and Carla Hagen Mary P. Owens by Tom, Cathy, Conner and Taylor Riley Helen Pate by Cynthia and Mike Shelton Grammie and Father Payne by Robbie and Alexandria Brown Grandparents Payne by Alyce Payne Bernice Pendergast by Candace Pendergast Ann Perry by Cassandra and Jim Tubbs

Emily Price Peterson by Jay and Christine La Forest Stephen Ross Peterson by his sister, Donna Moskau Lester L. Poppe by Martha Poppe Ophie and Hugh Posey by Jerry and Martha Posey Mr. and Mrs. David Post by Scot and Nancy Post Theresa Postlewait by Debbie Raso Theresa Postlewait by the Postlewait children Grace Raso by Debbie Raso Mr. and Mrs. J.R. Rayman by Robbie and Alexandria Brown Emory Rigdon by Kristen Beyer Mildred Rignall by Judy and David Bohnstadt Glynnie Riley by Tom, Cathy, Conner and Taylor Riley Mae Riley by Tom, Cathy, Conner and Taylor Riley Peter T. Roether by Greg Schmitz Jennielyn Samson by the Muzzy family and the Samson family Gerry Scanlon by Fran Scanlon Eileen Schmitz by Greg Schmitz Toni Schrier by her loving daughters, Kendra and Kayla Dottie Schrimscher by Donna and Merrill Schrimscher Thomas Scott by Ray and Katherine Scott Anne and Jack Seebald by Betsy and Frank Dasse Ruth Shelton by Cynthia and Mike Shelton Bill Siegrist Sr. by Margaret Siegrist Jacob William Siegrist by Mommy and Daddy Jacob William Siegrist by Margaret Siegrist William (Bill) Siegrist Sr. by Bill Jr., Lorenna, Lauren and Matthew Siegrist Judi Smith by Elise Longoria George and Kathleen Snyder by the Fred Klein family and Martha Poppe Michael Spano by Ralph and Sharon Spano David J. Spencer by Scott, Sherry and Caitlin Baird Darwin Stephan by Jeff Stephan and Debi Luce The Sterling and Smith families by Mr. and Mrs. John B. Sterling Charles and Carrie Stevens by the Fred Klein family and Martha Poppe William B. Stevens IV by Martha Poppe and Abby and Fred Klein and family Fred Stram by the Stram family Marge Stram by the Stram family Richard W. Straw by Peggy B. Straw Herman Summers by his son, Brad Summers Claire Tamulonis by Joe and Joann Miriam and George Taylor by Denise Mauro Luke and Elizabeth Thompson by Jerry and Martha Posey Gordon and Ione Tindle by your loving family Fred and Louise Tizzio by Mike and Anne Taylor and Tony Jerry Tolerico by Thomas and Amy High and family Joseph Ulanoski by his wife and daughter John and Doris Vick by Roger and Sandra Vick Grandpa George Wagner by the Simonson family Robert and Ruth Wells by Tim and Cherie Wells Bill Wheaton by Bill and Lynn Wheaton Louise Wheaton by Bill and Lynn Wheaton Clifford Williams Sr. by Brenda Alston Lillian and Clyde Wimer by the Phil Wimer family Dottie “Nana” Winkler by Rhodes and Forrest Wall Jackie Yeager by her family James William Younger by Mom, Dad and Kathy Jane Zurynski by the Phil Wimer family