We Gathered

Beginning our Soup & Song Supper with an art project,
Doug instructed one and all present on how to construct
a star for the blessing tree.

All hands, big and little, began cutting, writing and folding!





Each finishing their star with the name of a blessing...



on the tree they went! Hanging each with care, the blessing tree was complete!

T.E.A.

Cold outside?

Get the tea kettle a brewin'!
Sure, you can drink your sermon notes...
Just keep the wrapper in a safe place!




Doug delivered his gift to everyone
during last Sunday's teaching: a tea bag.

A woman is like a tea bag - you can't tell how strong she is until you put her in hot water.
Nancy Reagan

Suggesting that this is true for all humans, not only women, each was instructed to jot down the acrostic on the wrapper to remind us to keep our heads cool when in hot water.

T- Trust our Heavenly Father
E- Every word
A-Amen




We know that it's not if the hot water is coming, but when!
Let your faith prepare you.

Gospel Fuzzies

Children's Ministry

What is black allover?
Has 5 heads each of their own color...
And only moves when a lil' hand created by God enters in?

A Gospel Fuzzy, of course!



Sing with the children, now...

We're the Gospel Fuzzies,
We're the Gospel Fuzzies,
We're the Gospel Fuzzies
we've a sing to sing!

Gold stands for Heaven,
Gold stands for Heaven,
Gold stands for Heaven
where I want to go!

Dark means I'm a sinner,
Dark means I'm a sinner,
Dark means I'm a sinner
and I can't get in!

Red means Jesus died,
Red means Jesus died,
Red means Jesus died
and He rose again!

Clean means I'm forgiven,
Clean means I'm forgiven,
Clean means I'm forgiven
when I follow Him!

Green means I'm Growing,
Green means I'm Growing,
Green means I'm Growing
when I trust in Him!

Saturday Study

Ladies Saturday Group Study

All seated and chatting before the Study of Judges ch. 6...
Well, all seated except the grade school student!



Rosane Muchado, a Brazil-native, brings her
knowledge and constant hunger for The Word to life on Saturdays.

Beginning at 10am in the church building,
any lady of any age is welcome!

Next study will be Jan 9th.

Family Christmas

Song & Soup Supper
Sunday, December 13
5pm at the church building



All welcome! Bring your neighbors, friends,
relatives and remember to invite your boss!
Share in theReason for the Season
and sing Christmas carols with your family-in-Christ!

And as an added heart-warmer,
enjoy some soup, too!

Christmas Basket Assembly

AKA: Cooking Tasting Party

The NCC ladies have a tradition of making holiday baskets
for seniors in our church family.
Please bring fruit, individual snacks, quick breads, sugar free items, etc.
to stuff the baskets with offerings of love and goodies!



Also, this year, we will be sharing our favorite Christmas cookies with recipes.
So get to baking and come hungry!

First Saturday Prayer

December 5th

Here's the simple guide for your prayer time on Saturday
that we'll be joining with other congregations in lifting up:

Remember that we are encouraged to pray for everyone
and especially those in authority over us. (I Timothy 2: 1-8)



1. Their salvation
2. Their knowledge of God's truth
3. God's mercy upon them
4. Give thanks for all that God is doing

Creativity

You've got it.
It may be hidden.
It may be part of your everyday living.
But you have it.

And you can thank your creator for it!
CREATIVITY!



Find more proof from the brain of
Yulia Brodskaya.

CHEESE!

Brush your teeth,
wear your clean shirt,
and say CHEESE!



You may be one of the many families finding themselves targets
of the camera lens at NCC this month!

We would love to add you to our bulletin board of family.
So glad to call you Brother in the Family of God.

Even Cool Guys Need Friends

Yes, there is an opportunity at hand:

There are many international students
who have not experienced Thanksgiving.
They may be alone without family at this time,
but the family of God is close by.

Will you prayerfully consider
sharing the true meaning
of God's blessings with one of these
international students
this Thanksgiving?



Yes, they will surely be as cool and as this lil' guy!

Call Norm Allen
871.8473

Blast

Beginning October 14th
And each Wednesday thereafter

Grades 1-5 from 3:30-5:15

Snacks.
Crafts.
The Word.
Games.
Music.




What are your kids doing after school?
Blast off at Newton Christian Church!

Band of Brothers

Small groups praying for one another and sticking closer than a brother.
Get connected today and feel the difference.
Among the thorns, there is a bloom awaiting, as God never leaves His children.



Call the office, 316.283.5998 or visit our website and click on this month's newsletter for current groups meeting.

Concert in the Barn

9221 N 143RD East
Benton, Ks
This Saturday
October 10

Go approx. 2 miles East of Greenwich Rd on 101st North
Then turn South on 143rd East (Sand Road)
Watch for Silo. Barn and flags on the West side of the road.




Special Guest: Aaron Pile
We've all been blessed by the worship leading of Aaron, his songwriting talents and smiles.
Come and listen to the music of bands Isaiah and Simple Praise. Wear your boots and enjoy a hayrack ride!
5:30 pm for the whole family to get in on the music and concession goodies!

To Haiti We Go

Yes, you have heard Pastor Doug say that we are a fellowship.
Fellowship: 2 or more fellows in the same ship. When one of us is going through a trial, we all are. When one of us is jobless, we all are. When one of us is recovering from addiction, we all are. When one of is receiving cancer treatments, we all are. When one of us is rejoicing for a blessing, we all are!

And this week, on Wednesday, September 9, we are sending 4 of our brothers and sisters to Haiti, thus, we all are going!



Please take time to pray the fruit of gentleness be harvested in each of them as they go to share in the work of Christ. Blessings to Kay, Ellen, Feisal and Wayne.

Blast

Wednesday, September 9

Workers to meet at the church building at 3:15pm, if you are a called worker to minister in this program to 1st through 5th graders! This is an organizational meeting to discuss the work God has called us for this upcoming year. We'll set some dates and get up and go!

New Small Group Connections

Josh & Beki will be hosting on Sunday nights: a gathering for the whole family! Start-up Sept. 15th and get connected!

Dale & Jan will be hosting on Sunday nights in Hesston: a gathering for the whole family! Start-up Oct. 4th with supper and study! Feed your body and soul in a small group!

Fry/Baker will be hosting Wednesday nights: Start-up this week at 7:00pm. Enjoy fellowship, study and the power of prayer!

Children's Ministry Team

Thursday, September 10

Meet at the church building at 7:00pm. This meeting is focused on the children's ministries on Sunday morning.
Come one and all who are called to educate the next generation in His love!

Seniors' Fellowship

Thursday, September 24

Meet at the church building at 8:30am for the Senior Expo in Wichita.

Wear your bright and shiny faces so we can include pictures on the blog of your Super-Senior-Selves!

Youth Group

Wednesday, September 16


6-12 Grade:
Meet at the Ingmire home for a supper @ 6:30pm.

Contact a coach if you have questions.
Owen & Heather
Fred & Jennie
Carl
Doug



If the Fall weather hits soon enough, you may get the opportunity to enjoy Janet's famous chicken noodles!
Bring a friend and DIG IN!

Haiti Mission Trip

Did you enjoy the stuffed grape leaves last weekend?

Our Lebanese Supper Fundraiser for the upcoming trip to Haiti, brought...



Workers.



Eaters.



Greeters.



Talkers.

Praise be to God for the 270 people served and the over $3000 raised to help support the trip-to-be-made by four of our Brothers and Sisters later this month!

Save the Date!

Sunday, September 27

Join us at Harvey County East Lake for an
All Church Fall Get Together!

Watch for more details!

Yes, last time there was a gathering at East Lake, to finish the year of BLAST with a BANG, there was...



Swinging by some.



Spinning by others.



Eating by all.





And fishing by many... who knows what will go on this Fall? Come and see!

Small Group Connection

Have you seen the list to your right of the current small groups that are meeting and connecting with eachother?

Have you listened to your calling to begin a new small group?

Is there anyone like you at Newton Christian Church?



Fall small groups are now meeting and forming. These beautiful people are members of the Senior Small Group that meets for a luncheon once a month. Not only food, but you see here, they take time to travel and serve, too!

GET CONNECTED!

Children's Ministry Workshop

Saturday, September 26



Meet from 8:30 to 4:00pm at Newton Bible Church Family Center. Contact Jan if interested in attending. Great learning and fun to be had by all!

Youth Group

The road is still ahead, but we're not sure where it's leading at this time.
No Middle school or High School youth group for the month of August.

Please pray that God will raise up a leader in this area.

Children's Ministry Team

August 20th

This Thursday at the church with Eddie Hall. Be there at 7pm ready to sort out the changes and needs to children's ministry that will be coming in January with the addition of two services on Sunday mornings.

Seniors' Fellowship

August 26th

BBQ at the Ingmires. Bring a side to share. Please RSVP to reserve your burger or brat! Email newtoncc@sbcglobal.net, or call the church ofice at 316.283.5998

Lebanese Dinner

August 29, Saturday

At Hesston Middle School
5:00 - 7:00pm.
Prepared by Jahay Family & Friends

Donations accepted, or email the church to help in one of these areas:

Door Greeter
Saturday Morning help, from 9-11am
Clean-up Crew
Table Servers
Food Servers

Guest Speaker

Todd Hutchison brought the message to our congregation on Sunday. Finishing his last month of his sabbatical from Westlink Christian in Wichita,Todd asked each of us about our sense of urgency. Here are the four questions that he asked us to write down, as he asks himself these often... so go ahead! The truth shall set you free!

1- Do I believe that the message of Jesus really matters? And, how will I live my life to show this to be true?

2- Do I believe that the message of Jesus has the power to save?

3- Do I believe that God can use me to share His message?

Thought for today.

The LORD is my shepherd, I shall not be in want. He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters,

Psalm 23:1-2 NIV

Thought for today.

We have different gifts, according to the grace given us. If a man's gift is prophesying, let him use it in proportion to his faith. If it is serving, let him serve; if it is teaching, let him teach; if it is encouraging, let him encourage; if it is contributing to the needs of others, let him give generously; if it is leadership, let him govern diligently; if it is showing mercy, let him do it cheerfully.

Romans 12:6-8 NIV

Thought for today.

Now faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see.

Hebrews 11:1 NIV

Thought for today.

See that you do not look down on one of these little ones. For I tell you that their angels in heaven always see the face of my Father in heaven.

Matthew 18:10 NIV

Thought for today.

An anxious heart weighs a man down, but a kind word cheers him up.

Proverbs 12:25 NIV

Fishing trip!

The Seniors and BLAST kids will be going on a fishing trip this Wednesday, May 27th.
Meet at 11:30 am at the church.

Fishing & Picnic will be at East Lake.

What a fun time!

By His wounds.

But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities;
the punishment that brought us peace was upon him, and by his wounds we are healed.
Isiah 53:5

BLAST

First things first...SNACK TIME! Blast begins with food and outdoor fun as the weather permits.



Listening carefully to instructions, the kids prepare for indoor games during TEAM BUILDING.


Scooters + Carpet = Radical Rug Burns



Frisbees + Wheels = Fastest Scoring Team


All through our BLAST fun, the verse hold true as it is hidden in hearts 'til we meet again.

PRETEND ONE CAN SEE THE LETTER "C" THAT SQUEEZED OUT OF THE PHOTO!

Senior Fellowship

Wednesday, April 22

We will be loading the vans and leaving the church at 8:00am to Council Grove to view the historic sites and eat at the Hays House for lunch.

Please RSVP to Doug or Janet.

The Passion

Sunday, April 5 5:00-7:15pm (That's this Sunday!)



We will be showing the movie The Passion of The Christ. Childcare will be provided for babies through 5th grade. Please contact Nicole B., Jan H., or leave a comment here to make reservations for your child.

Resurrection Sunday

We have lots of great things going on!

Potluck Passover Seder Dinner
Wednesday, April 8, 6:30pm

This will be a time for children and adults to learn about the Jewish Passover holiday and the significance to Christians.

Meat and potatoes are provided.

Please contact Janet I. for information on bringing a side dish.

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On Easter Sunday, the schedule looks like this -
8:00am - Early Celebration Service
9:15am - Brunch
9:45am - Egg hunt
10:30am - Celebration Service

Free Concert!

There will be a concert tonight at the Hesston MB Church.

The doors open at 6:00 and it is free

Donations will be accepted and all the money goes to the homeless shelter in Newton.

Come join the fun!

Bittersweet.

Please continue to pray for the Davis family who lost their 14 year old daughter, Jessica, to a car accident last week.



We know that God is in control.
And we know that only God can bring a peace that passes all understanding.

Thought for today.

Better the little that the righteous have than the wealth of many wicked; for the power of the wicked will be broken, but the LORD upholds the righteous.
— Psalm 37:16-17 (NIV)