• Cliff Mansley
• Sep 6, 2010

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JOIN THE REVOLUTION

9/11, Iraq, Iran, Afghanistan, terrorists, rogue politicians, divorce, violent video games, STDs, poverty, joblessness, anger, hurt, frustration, meaninglessness, addiction, abuse, sadness, war. ENOUGH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

It’s time for a revolution… huge changes…  a totally different way of doing life. This isn’t some political cliché or cosmetic  façade. This is a call for those who call themselves Christians to truly live the Christian life. Do you say that you really love Jesus? Then do it! Do you honestly want to live with God at the center of your life? Then quit making excuses. Do you want better relationships, better marriages and better families? Do you want to make a difference in other people’s lives for the good? Then join the revolution.

This is a revolution of unbridled love, peace, joy , hope, kindness, and generosity. It calls for a new community of faith, a willingness to bend over backwards to help your brothers and sisters, a passion for God’s Word (the Bible), a commitment to meet with God each day in honest prayer, and a consistent witness as followers of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Don’t settle for less. Call on the Holy Spirit. Don’t rest until you’ve found in yourself a fiery faith that won’t give up and won’t let down. Become that new creation God has called you to become. Spur one another on to faith and good deeds. Join the revolution… join the revolution… join the revolution,                                  JOIN THE REVOLUTION!!!!

RALLY DAY

Coming Sunday September 12th we’re revving up to kick-off a whole new season of Sunday School, Small Groups, Youth Groups, Men’s Studies, College Groups, Mission Mondays, KidsQuest and so much more.

We hope that you’ll join the celebration Sunday morning during worship. Afterwards we’ll have a brief introduction to small groups and Sunday school followed by a FELLOWSHIP LUNCH. We’ll provide the chicken, ham, potatoes, beans, drinks etc. We’re asking that you provide the dessert! Sooooo… bring your most delicious, revolutionary dessert dishes to share! Should be tons of fun.

Please review start times for weekly events… some of which start the week before Rally Day.

to make a difference at church and go for it! Serve like crazy!!

 

CLIFF’S NOTES: THE REVOLUTION OF LOVE AND LIGHT

Let the revolution to begin! Personally, I’ve had it with lukewarm Christianity, compromised faith and just livin’ for God when it’s convenient. When I first signed-up to follow Jesus my faith was white-hot. God’s love just bubbled over in my life. I couldn’t sleep until I’d studied His Word, spent time in prayer, encouraged other believers and told the world about the Good News of Jesus.  Interestingly, that’s the way I feel today. And more than feelings, those are still my convictions today.

I want to challenge you to join the revolution… the Jesus  revolution of love and light. This broken down old world has enough darkness in it. It’s time to shine the light of God’s love all around. So here are a few short tips for joining the revolution…

• Start reading the Bible and praying every day at a set time.
• Arrive early to church so that you can greet others and build-up the Body of Christ.
• Pray instantly for others… your family, your friends, people at church… as soon as a need is expressed.
• Determine where you are going
• Start telling (and showing) others about the love of Jesus… invite them to church, a Bible Study and to join the love revolution!
• Stop watching foolish, even sinful movies and video games that fill your mind with violence and lust. Start filling your heart and mind with the words of Philippians 4:8,
  “whatever is true...noble... right… pure… lovely… admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.”

   Love in Jesus -    Pastor Cliff 

 

KIDSQUEST AND FREE TUTORING

It’s back and better than ever! KidsQuest will start Wednesday September 8th from 3:15 - 5:00 p.m. followed by dinner. KidsQuest is an action-packed afternoon of games, tutoring, crafts, skits, Bible Stories, singing , snax, fun and friendship.  Ayla Sartoris will be serving as our Director of KidsQuest while Lisa Keele will serve as the Director of Tutoring. Lisa is a certified educator.

This year we’ll be incorporating the  dynamic KIDMO video curriculum!

Kids are encouraged to invite their friends!

NEEDS:

• Volunteers  to lead and tutor
• old computers (we have a free repair service from a local company)
• Craft supplies
• Snack supplies
• Children’s books

 

COLLEGE MONDAY NITE BIBLE STUDY

Looking for a great way to grow closer to God and to get to know other Christians? Monday nights at 6:30 p.m. New Creation is hosting a college age Bible Study led by Joseph and Amanda Hobbs. The first few studies will be held at the church building. Food, of course, will be served! If you have any questions    please call Joseph or Amanda @ 817-658-0899.

 

COLLEGE INTERNS

Are you a student or of college age? Would you like to make a difference in the life of New Creation and our community while learning the ropes of servant/leadership? Why not check out the Student Interns Ministry. Brochures are available on the front table or at the office. We offer internships in worship, children, youth, college, evangelism, a/v tech, hospitality and assimilation, and more. Interested? Need more information? Call Pastor Cliff @ 782-8200.     

COLLEGE AQUA PARTY

Come and cool off at the Brehm’s swimming pool on SEPTEMBER 12TH @ 6:00 p.m. Enjoy a backyard COOK-OUT , football, Frisbee and other fun stuff. Get to know new friends! Scott and Martha Brehm are located at 820 Rustric Ridge. For directions call 434-5784. For a ride call Cliff 396-6175.

NOTE OF THANKS

Dear Church Family -

I wish to thank all who gave George food, encouragement and help during my hospital stay. Bless you all!

Thanks also to Sharon Sherrod and the Middle School VBS group visit and skit. God bless every one of you.

I am grateful for all of the prayers God answered.   - Love in Him

                                May Markham

 

BREAKFAST CLUB

Breakfast Club for Middle and High School students is back in full swing! Students will meet at NORMA’S on Rangeline and Zora. We begin Mondays  at 7 a.m. and are finished  at 7:45 a.m.  Students generally furnish their own transportation though Steve and Cliff have been known to give rides upon request.

 

OLD COMPUTERS

Got an old computer sitting around collecting dust? We need all of your old computers for our after school tutoring program. A local company has agreed to refurbish any computers that are contributed to the program for free! And, of course, we’ll be glad to furnish you with a tax-deductable receipt.

 

FUEL AND SOUL ARE BACK!!!

Middle School FUEL (left) and Senior High SOUL (right) are back after a brief end of summer break. And what an amazing summer it was… retreats, campouts, Worlds of Fun, shaving cream wars, water fights… great friendships and lots of opportunities to grow in faith.

This month Senior High SOUL starts back-up on Wednesday nites (Sept 8th) from 5:45-7:45 p.m. with Director Steve Massey and a team of new college interns. He’s got an awesome plan… so check it out.

Middle School FUEL kicks in on Sunday September 12th from 4-6 p.m. Pastor Cliff and another new team of interns will kick-off a whole new action-packed season of faith, friendships and fun.

Check-out the new calendars and invite your friends!!

 

September Prayer Page and Scripture Reading

"You can do more than pray after you have prayed; but you can never do more than pray until you have prayed."  - A.J. Gordon

Please take time each day to pray for the witness, depth, and passion of New Creation Church. Always begin your time with God praising Him for His many amazing qualities. Pray for friends, family and neighbors who do not know Jesus. And by all means pray each day for/that…

Please take time to pray daily for the church, family, friends, yourself and for or that...

 

1          (Genesis 1, John 1, Romans 1)  that we would become more revolutionary in our love for Jesus

2          (Gen 2, Jn 2, Rom 2)  we would begin to think about our lives in terms of God’s plans

3          (Gen 3, Jn 3, Rom 3)  New Creation would continue to grow in compassion for hurting people

4          (Gen 4, Jn 4, Rom 4)  thanks for the beautiful, genuinely kind ministry of Miss Jean

5          (Gen 5, Jn 5, Rom 5)  we would wildly be in love with the heart of God

6          (Gen 6, Jn 6, Rom 6)  our local, state and national politicians

7          (Gen 7, Jn 7, Rom 7)  we would be a congregation where everyone willingly serves

8          (Gen 8, Jn 8, Rom 8)  our KidsQuest and Tutoring ministries would reach many children

9          (Gen 9, Jn 9, Rom 9)  God’s continued blessing on Drew Neimeier and the Praise Team     

10         (Gen 10, Jn 10, Rom 10) we, as New Creation, would have passionate hearts of prayer

11         (Gen 11, Jn 11, Rom 11)  Pastor Cliff and the elders would have godly wisdom and stamina as they lead New Creation Church

12         (Gen 12, Jn 12, Rom 12)  Rally Day would be successful in encouraging our congregation

13         (Gen 13, Jn 13, Rom 13)  our worship of God would be real, passionate and transforming

14         (Gen 14, Jn 14, Rom 14) the families in our church & neighborhood would be strengthened in faith

15         (Gen 15, Jn 15, Rom 15) God would transform the life of my friend ________________________

16         (Gen 16, Jn 16, Rom 16)  God’s blessing on all of our new student interns! We praise God for you!!!!

17         (Gen 17, Jn 17, 1 Corinthians 1)  we would be bold in sharing the Gospel with others

18         (Gen 18, Jn 18, 1 Cor 2) we would be revolutionary in obeying Christ according to the Scripture

19         (Gen 19, Jn 19, 1 Cor 3) we would see and reach the many people God wants us to reach for Him

20         (Gen 21, Jn 21, 1 Cor 5) our college students would grow closer to Christ this year

21         (Gen 22, Matthew 1, 1 Cor 6) the spiritual strength of our fathers at NCC & in our neighborhood

22         (Gen 23, Mt1, 1 Cor 7) our President and Congress to act in all godliness as they lead our nation

23        (Gen 24, Mt 2, 1 Cor 8) God’s strength to be with our Sunday School and Small Groups

24        (Gen 25, Mt 3, 1 Cor 9) the glory of God to shine in the hearts of people in Joplin

25        (Gen 26, Mt 4, 1 Cor 10) God would bless and strengthen our financial giving at New Creation

26        (Gen 27, Mt 5, 1 Cor 11) the following event or situation in today’s news _____________________

27        (Gen 28, Mt 6, 1 Cor 12) the poor, the outcast, the downtrodden, and the abused

28        (Gen 29, Mt 7, 1 Cor 13) we would be gloriously inspired to passionately study God’s Word

29        (Gen 30, Mt 8, 1 Cor 14) our love for God would be reflected in our kindness for       others

30        (Gen 31, Mt 9, 1 Cor 15) the Lord Jesus Christ would be at the center of all of our

relationships, thoughts, words and deeds

KIDZCHURCH MERGES WITH CHILDREN’S SUNDAY SCHOOL

KidzChurch is merging with Sunday School! Yep, September 12th we’ll have a whole new format. KidzChurch will start at the usual time (around 10:30) and will end at 12:15 p.m. We have a good core of teachers, but need volunteers to assist. Our new model will be “rotational” and have specific stations for worship, Bible stories, crafts, snacks etc. What a great opportunity to minister to kids!

MEN’S STEAK AND EGGS BREAKFAST

The men of New Creation Church will be holding a series of studies entitled “Fathered By God” by John Eldridge every Friday morning at 6:30 a.m.  Of course, breakfast will be served beginning with our famous steak and eggs feed. What a way to start the day and end the week!  STARTS FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 10th. Please be sure to invite your friends. RSVP @ 782-8200.

 

ONE GREAT DAY OF SERVICE

September 26th at 1:00 p.m.  we need everyone to pitch-in and help with cleaning-up our neighborhood. We’ll be helping people weed gardens, mow lawns, trim lawns, pick-up trash etc. Please bring lawn and garden tools including mowers and trimmers to church and help us beautify our neighborhood.  Please sign-up on the office clip-board.

 

PRECIOUS DARLIN’S

Got a kiddo in the nursery? We love ‘em so very much! Please be sure to keep the following things in mind…

• Pick them up immediately after worship and Sunday School
• Bring an extra pair or two of diapers
• Don’t forget their bottle
• If they’re feeling sick please keep them home (we love the other kids too!)

 

WEDNESDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY

Meets Wednesday mornings at 9:30 a.m. starting September 22nd. Get your requests in to Jean for what you would like to study!!!

WEDNESDAY EVENING SUPPER AND STUDY CLUB

Starts September 8th at 6:00 p.m. Pastor Cliff will be leading a six-week session on Biblical Prophecy & Signs of the Times. Martha Brehm to lead the next series of evening studies. 

CHURCH BUILDING NEEDS

We need assistance with the following:

• Microwave
• Refrigerator
• A person to patch the sidewalk
• A person to  stain a door
• A person to sand and stain bulletin boards

 

We have received many kind donations of furniture over the past year and a half. Recently the Hoffman’s donated a leather couch, love seat and chair, the Brehm’s contributed a microwave and Goettel’s a lovely couch. Thank you for your kindness.

 

WATERED GARDENS

Something had to change. Trish couldn’t do it anymore. Drug abuse in her house had reached an intolerable point. Fleeing, heart-broken she arrived in Joplin last week with little to her name. She had enough to get into a small apartment but without necessities. Your donations provided dishes, towels, and cooking supplies. More importantly, a compassionate volunteer that met with her asked about her relationship with Jesus. She began to weep, releasing her burden at the foot of the cross. Minutes later she surrendered her life to the One who is able to change it all. It is this end for which we strive… the Gospel of Jesus Christ transforming us.

Love- James and Marsha Whitford

 

MISSION MONDAY

Want to show the love of Jesus to someone in need up close and personal? What better way than spending a morning at Watered Gardens. You can volunteer once or every week. Pastor Cliff will be there every Monday from 10 - 1. If you would like more information or to let him know that you’re planning on being there give him a call at 396-6175. In the meantime, please pray for all of our friends at Watered Gardens!

 RALLY DAY LUNCH

September 12th

Following Worship

Everyone is invited to join in a festive fall kick-off feast. The Gospel Bird and Friends will be back... chicken and ham will be served along with all the fixins.  Please bring a dessert to share at 6-8.                 

Bring your friends.

September Birthdays and Anniversaries

George Markham (5th) Tony Brazas (20th) May Markham (28th)

Kids Quest and Tutoring

Wednesdays 3-5 followed by Supper

Middle School FUEL (plus dinner)

Sundays 4:00 -  6:00 p.m. 

Senior High SOUL (plus dinner)

Wednesdays 5:45 - 7:45 p.m.

Small Groups (other than Sunday morning)

Mondays 6:30 p.m. at New Creation - College Students

 Tuesdays 9:30 a.m.  at New Creation - Prayer Group

Wednesdays 9:30 a.m. at New Creation - Bible Study

  Wednesdays 6:00 p.m.  Dinner and Bible Study

Fridays 6:30 a.m.  Men’s Breakfast and Study Group

Mission Mondays at Watered Gardens

10am-1pm  at 531 South Kentucky Avenue

Church Office Hours*

9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Tuesday - Thursday  * Please call ahead at 782-8200… we’re often in at other times!

 WEEKLY WORSHIP IS ON SUNDAYS AT 10 A.M.