Gravity. Life s Decisions and Directions. April 3, 2016

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1 Gravity Life s Decisions and Directions April 3, 2016 January 3, 2016 New Covenant Community Church April 3, 2016

2 Transforming our world through Jesus by connecting, developing, and mobilizing people for God s glory. N E W C O V E N A N T C O M M U N I T Y C H U R C H Sunday Worship Service Singing To God Only King Forever You Make Me Brave This I Believe Hearing God s Word Dr. Tim Johnson Senior Pastor Responding Through Giving My Life Is An Offering Sent Into The World Opportunities to Serve The Greatness Of Our God Worship Team Members Bret Welstead-lead vocal & guitars, Danielle Smith & Marisa Ford-vocals, Mark Horan-electric guitar, Jami Fristo-drums, Dane Paulsen-bass guitar, Karron Johnson-keys, Randal Kercher-media, Terry Peterson-lights, Scott Fisher-audio New Covenant Community Church April 3, 2016

3 Gravity Easter Day 41 Psalm 27 (located on page 550 in the Bible located in the seat back pocket) New Covenant Community Church April 3,

4 Next Steps Slowly re-read Psalm 27; Romans 8:31-39 and commit to read these everyday this week. Respond to the following: Fear s default attack mode is the future the unknown. We must replace what we don t know about the future with what we do know about God. It s not the absence of problems we should be looking for, it s Who we run to in the midst of problems: an all knowing, caring, loving Christ. When fear of the unknown shapes our lives, safety and avoidance becomes our god. When safety becomes our god, we worship the risk-free life. The worship of safety and control undermines freedom and growth. In the Psalms, David does not pray for relief but for God s presence, perspective, and protection. Read Romans 12:1 Dr. Chuck Swindoll said, The problem with a living sacrifice is that it keeps crawling off the altar. What has God revealed to you in your life that needs surrendering to Him. What if anything in your life keeps crawling off the altar? What do you believe God wants you to learn from your readings this week (What have you learned about God through your readings)? This week s prayer challenge: Don t put limitations on a limitless God. Isaiah 43:1-2 NLTSB But now, O Jacob, listen to the Lord who created you. O Israel, the one who formed you says, Do not be afraid, for I have ransomed you. I have called you by name; you are mine. 2When you go through deep waters, I will be with you. When you go through rivers of difficulty, you will not drown. When you walk through the fire of oppression, you will not be burned up; the flames will not consume you. Philippians 4:6-7 NLTSB Don t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done. 7 Then you will experience God s peace, which exceeds anything we can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus. Jeremiah 17:7-8 But blessed is the man who trusts in the Lord, whose confidence is in him. 8 He will be like a tree planted by the water that sends out its roots by the stream. It does not fear when heat comes; its leaves are always green. It has no worries in a year of drought and never fails to bear fruit. New Covenant Community Church April 3, 2016

5 Happenings at New Cov Discover New Cov Class, Today, 12:30PM in the Flipside Want to learn more about New Covenant Community Church? This is a great opportunity to find out what we are all about and meet some of our staff. Come join us for a light lunch. This class is a prerequisite for membership. Student Ministry All youth will meet during the 9:30AM service. Middle School & High School meet Wednesday nights. Current Youth Ministry info can be found at Help New Cov Make a Great First Impression As a Hospitality Team Member you can serve others while you attend church services on Sunday! Your commitment will be for one Sunday once every four weeks for one year. All ages are eligible families are encouraged to serve together. For more information or to sign up fill out a Communication Card and drop it in the offering bag or stop by the Information Center in the Gathering Space or contact Zach at Zach@newcovchurch.org. Small Groups New Generosity Study, April 17 Small groups are one of the best ways to get connected at New Cov and begin growing in your relationship with Christ. During the week of April 17th, our groups will be starting a new four-week study on what it looks like to live a life of generosity. You can sign up by filling out a groups preference form on our web site at newcovchurch.org/groups or you can contact Pastor Brent by at Brent@newcovchurch.org. Appetite For Education Needs 15 More Sponsors We are in need of 15 more sponsors. If you would like to sponsor a child you can do so for $11 a month for 10 months or $110. You can pay by the month or all at once. If you are interested please note on your Communication Card or Denise@newcovchurch.org. If you are putting a check in offering today please note AFE in memo line. Women s Ministry Mug and a Muffin, April 23 Mug and a Muffin has been wonderful and we hope you have or will take the time to join us on a Saturday morning for a great time of laughter and conversation. We will be meeting at the home of Erica Klemsz on April 23 from 9-11AM. Bring your mug and come ready for a great time of fellowship! India Jewelry Sale, April 24, April 30 and May 1 You will be amazed and delighted at the selection of unique jewelry crafted in India and selected by one of our missionary families. Exporting this jewelry from India provides our missionary family a visa and gives them an identity in the community. All profits go to support International Missions. Postcard invites are available at the Info Desk. New Covenant Community Church April 3,

YouÕre Invited Sunday April 17 th Hear Alex share his personal journey of growing up in Rwanda.

of a simple shoebox gift on his life as an orphan.

Community Church 4400 N 1st St RSVP online at newcovchurch.org/occ Need More Info?

April 15 & 16 Time: April 15, 6-9:PM and April 16, 9AM-5PM Where: New Cov Flipside Skills to be trained: Chain Saw

mobile kitchen A light dinner on Friday night along with breakfast and lunch on Saturday will be served.

6 YouÕre Invited Sunday April 17 th Hear Alex share his personal journey of growing up in Rwanda. His story is a powerful testimony about forgiveness regarding the Rwandan 1994 Genocide in addition to the impact of a simple shoebox gift on his life as an orphan. 12:30-2:30pm New Covenant Community Church 6000 S 84th St (a light lunch will be served) 3:30-5:00pm Calvary Community Church 4400 N 1st St RSVP online at newcovchurch.org/occ Need More Info? Contact Sue Thomsen OperaQon Christmas Child NaQonal Spokesman Alex Nsengimana Disaster Relief Team Training, April 15 & 16 Time: April 15, 6-9:PM and April 16, 9AM-5PM Where: New Cov Flipside Skills to be trained: Chain Saw Mud out/ash out techniques Assessor: (prerequiste mudout/ashout & chainsaw) Operation of laundry, shower and mobile kitchen A light dinner on Friday night along with breakfast and lunch on Saturday will be served. For more information contact Zach at Zach@newcovchurch.org. Please RSVP no later than April 11. Please fill out form and drop in offering plate or at the Information desk. Name(s) Phone Number Attending 4 New Covenant Community Church April 3, 2016

Royal Family KIDS offer 60-70 abused and neglected children ages 6-12 in the foster care system a life-changing experience at summer camp and a year-round, healthy relationship through our Clubs and

7 Royal Family KIDS offer abused and neglected children ages 6-12 in the foster care system a life-changing experience at summer camp and a year-round, healthy relationship through our Clubs and Mentors program. Royal Family KIDS is a network of caring adults who model responsibility, positive attitudes and compassion for our most vulnerable children. Your willingness to stand alongside our team is incredibly important. With your support, we can train new counselors, staff and mentors and pay for children to attend our programs at no cost to them. EVERY SINGLE PENNY supports our local campers Every adult is a volunteer Ð no one gets paid Five churches cover administrative costs Approx. 251 children ages 6-12, from SE Nebraska are in foster care ThatÕs right 100% of your donation goes to ensure each camper has a week of Christ-filled fun and love. This camp may be the only time and place they will hear about Jesus Christ and his love for them. Please take a look at our needs for this year and see if you can help. Please donõt let any child miss out on camp. Yes! I would like to sponsor a child or provide a gift of: Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough (for purchase)éééééé$10 RFKC Birthday Party Supplies ÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉ..$10 Snacks ÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉ.$10 Medical Supplies ÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉ$15 Art Supplies ÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉ$20 MP3 Player w/camp Songs & Drama ÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉ.É.$20 Bible/Photo Album ÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉ.$25 Two Camp Shirts, Water Bottle & Dufße Bag ÉÉÉ.É$35 Bus Transportation To and From Camp ÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉÉ$50 Sponsor a Child - RFKC for a day ÉÉÉÉÉÉÉ..É$100 Sponsor a Child - RFKC for a week ÉÉÉÉÉ..ÉÉ$500 Other (EVERY SINGLE PENNY HELPS) ÉÉÉÉÉÉÉ.$ Please drop off in the offering bag, the table in the Gathering Space with payment or go on New line Covenant to: newcovchurch.org/giving Community Church April and 3, check 2016 the RFK box.

8 Welcome to New Covenant Community Church! WE ARE GLAD YOU HAVE CHOSEN TO SPEND YOUR SUNDAY MORNING WITH US. INFORMATION General information about New Covenant s many programs and ministries are available at the Information Center in the lobby or online at newcovchurch.org. FAMILIES We have excellent child care for infants and small children during all services. A host can help you with room locations. We will ask for your cell number or provide you with a beeper so you will know immediately if your child needs you. COMMUNICATION CARD Please take a moment to fill out the Communication Card in the seat back pocket in front of you and drop it in the offering bag. Let us know how we might serve you and pray for you. CD S We have CD s of today s message and past Sunday messages available in the lobby at the Information Center. First time guests may stop by for a complimentary copy. You may also listen to the sermon on line at newcovchurch.org/sermons. OUR PASTORS DR.TIM JOHNSON SENIOR PASTOR CRAIG ZACH ZACHARIASEN PASTOR OF ASSIMILATION, ADMINISTRATION AND GLOBAL OUTREACH BRENT WATSON PASTOR OF ADULT DISCIPLESHIP BRET WELSTEAD PASTOR OF WORSHIP AND CREATIVE ARTS SUNDAY MORNINGS 9:30 Service Worship Auditorium Discoveryland Babies-Fifth Grade Lower Level Youth Middle School and High School Youth in the Flipside 11:00 Service Worship Auditorium Discoveryland Babies-Fourth Grade Lower Level TROY HELLER PASTOR OF FAMILY MINISTRIES BETH HAASE DIRECTOR OF CHILDREN S MINISTRIES GOVERNING BOARD Adult Bible Connections Study on Judges-Room 101/103 WEDNESDAY EVENINGS CREW CREW in Discoveryland from 6:30-8PM Youth Middle School Explosion in the Flipside from 6:30-8PM High School Small Groups from 7-8:30PM (5131 S. 90th) newcovflipside.com TRACY BAKER MARK ELLS TIM JOHNSON MEAGAN LIESVELD DARWIN REISWIG GREG THOMSEN BRETT YOHN New Covenant Community Church 6000 S. 84th New St. Covenant Lincoln, Community NE Church April 3, 2016 newcovchurch.org

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