New Life Church of Austin, Texas

The Cross Is Bigger Than That

newlife — Tue, 01 May 2012 05:16:46 +0000

Pastor Shaw's message from Sunday evening, 4/29

The Greatest Joy

newlife — Tue, 01 May 2012 05:08:07 +0000

Pastor Shaw's message from Sunday morning, 4/29

All-Church Prayer Meeting

newlife — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 21:25:06 +0000

"They all joined together constantly in prayer" (Acts 1:14).

A hallmark of the early church was that they frequently joined together in prayer–and God moved powerfully in their midst as a result. One thing that we will always emphasize is the crucial role that prayer and other spiritual disciplines play in making us strong spiritually, and Friday All-Church Prayer is one way–an excellent way!–to pray more and to be strengthened with fellow believers.

Come join together with us in prayer on Friday, May 18, in the sanctuary from 8-10 pm (come & go).

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Bulletin from 04/29

newlife — Sun, 29 Apr 2012 21:17:57 +0000

For a complete list of this week's events, check out our calendar.

Last Week's Attendance

Sunday at New Life: 628
Including daughter works and extensions: 858

Drop Every Thing and Rally: Saturday of Service

Saturday, May 12, has been designated Saturday of Service. This is a community service opportunity event open to everyone at New Life and coordinated by our Men’s and Ladies Ministries. Three separate opportunities are available: they are (1) Texas Build-a-Ramp project, open to men, ladies, and youth. There is no limit to the number of volunteers needed, and experience is unnecessary. The more volunteers, the more ramps we can build. (2) Micah 6 Food Panty. There is a limited amount of volunteers needed. (3) Christ Child Society (CCS). Unlimited volunteers accepted. Possible opportunities would include sewing, layette, and putting together care packages. Contact Jerry Noble or Regina Noble for more information and to sign up today.

Bible Quizzing Fundraiser

The New Life Bible Quizzers are selling homemade salsa and creamy jalapeño dip during the month of May. Pints are only $6, and quarts are only $12. Please contact a quizzer, Janet Kinney, or Regena Dumas to place an order today.

2012 Graduates

If you are graduating this year or graduated in December 2011, or are a parent of a New Life graduating student, New Life would like to recognize this accomplishment. Graduates include high school, college or university, and technical or trade schools. Please contact Akil Thompson at athompson@newlifeupc.org by Monday, May 9, with your graduation details.

Youth Camp 2012—GO!

South Texas District Youth Camp is June 4-8 in Columbus. David McGovern will be the evening speaker. Akil Thompson will be speaking in the day to the senior high campers, while David Morehead will be speaking to the junior high campers. Registration is only $150 by May 21 and increases to $175 after May 21. For more information visit www.newlifeupc.org/youth-camp-2012-go

Prayer Requests

Special: Frank & Ada Candanosa, Rosa Adrian, Jason Bishop, Rudy Puente Family, Frances & Rosalio Gobellan, Kip Anderson
Healing: Betty Strong, Melissa Harris, Marsha Moore, Stephanie Langley, Susan Butterworth, Margarett Parker, Darla Kinnibrugh

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Susan East Memorial Service

newlife — Sun, 29 Apr 2012 20:59:22 +0000

Susan East’s memorial service will be at 1:00pm on Tuesday, May 1, at New Life Church.

Susan was a living testimony of the miracle-working power of God, and she will be missed. Please attend the service if you can and keep her family and friends in prayer.

We will be providing a meal for the family before the service. If you would like to help prepare the meal, please contact the church office at 512.832.5433

From Pastor Shaw 04/29

newlife — Sun, 29 Apr 2012 19:12:15 +0000

Children are a significant part of our church, and it is with great joy that we dedicate several children to the Lord today. By dedicating these children, we are made aware of our communal obligation to maintain a church culture that is conducive for the spiritual growth of our children.

Tonight we will celebrate the Lord’s Supper. This is a tremendous celebration of the victory won by Jesus Christ on our behalf. It is a time for personal reflection, faith, and transformation.

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Service Saturday

newlife — Sat, 28 Apr 2012 06:01:52 +0000

Saturday, May 12, has been designated Saturday of Service. This is a community service opportunity event open to everyone at New Life and is coordinated by our Men’s and Ladies' Ministries.

Two separate opportunities are available: (1) New church property cleanup, open to men, women, and youth. Begins at 8am. (Build-a-Ramp has been canceled due to wet conditions and the possibility of more rain tonight.) (2) The Round Rock Area Serving Center, open to men, women, youth, and children 8+. 9am to noon, and from noon to 3pm.

Contact Jerry Noble or Regina Noble for more information and to sign up today. 512.426.3861.

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Kingdom Tales — Hear Ye! Hear Ye!

newlife — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 18:26:03 +0000

Hear Ye! Hear Ye!

New Life kids, get ready to travel back to the time of kings and castles! We will be searching God's Word and looking to find the noble character God wants us all to have. We will follow King Earl as he decides the best way to solve problems that arise in his kingdom.

Come be a part of Kingdom Tales on Sunday mornings at 10 am during the month of May.

Children who participate in the Kindergarten class through the Pre-Teen class are invited to this event.

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The Faith Activator

newlife — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 19:09:10 +0000

Evangelist Doug Klinedinst's message from Sunday evening, 4/22

Thy Kingdom Come

newlife — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 19:04:36 +0000

Evangelist Doug Klinedinst's message from Sunday morning, 4/22

Bulletin from 04/22

newlife — Sun, 22 Apr 2012 21:05:06 +0000

For a complete list of this week's events, check out our calendar.

Last Week's Attendance

Sunday at New Life: 601
Including daughter works and extensions: 881

Hyphen: Bible Study

Hyphen, young adult ministry for ages 18 to 24, will be participating in a Bible study at the home of Joe and Kathy Currie on Tuesday, April 24, at 7:30 pm. For more information contact Kathy Currie.

House to House

House to House prayer is a monthly prayer meeting organized by our Care Group ministry. Each month a different area of town is selected with a goal of having several care groups join together in prayer each month. This month the Currie (78728); Kinnibrugh (78727 & 29); Hanson groups: Far North Austin and North Austin Parmer (78727, & 29); Green Group: Northwest Balcones Area (78726, 31, 50); Gomez Group: Northwest Austin Jollyville Area (78732, 34, & 59) care groups will be meeting on Thursday, April 26, at 7:30 pm, at the home of Joe and Kathy Currie. If you have any questions, please contact your care group leader or the main office.

[re]GENERATION: Service

[re]GENERATION, the youth ministry, will have a special service on Friday, April 27, from 8 to 10:30 pm, in the New Life sanctuary. The focus of this night will be God Unboxed: He Was Never in a Box to Begin With. Youth Pastor, Akil Thompson, will be speaking to our youth.

New Life Work Day: New Campus

New Life has scheduled a work day at our new campus on Century Park Blvd for Saturday, April 28, beginning at 8 am. We need your help in cleaning up our new location. This effort is coordinated by our Men’s Ministry director, Jerry Noble.

Hyphen: Social

Hyphen, young adult ministry for ages 18 to 24, will be meeting at the home of Steve and Debra Damman for pizza and billiards on Saturday, April 28, at 5 pm. Contact Kathy Currie for more details.

Singles 1: Prayer Meeting

Singles 1, ages 25 to 35, will be meeting at the home of Melchor Puente for prayer on Saturday, April 28, at 6:30 pm. Contact Ben or Olga Kobasic for more details.

Singles 2: Activity

Singles 2, ages 36 and up, will be going to the Weiner Dog Races in Buda on Saturday, April 28. They will meet at the church at 10 am and travel to Buda together. For more information, contact Cecelia Wampler.

Prayer Requests

Special: Lonnie Teal, Veronica Mireles, Janie Zapata
Healing: Juanita Hutson, MaryAnn Looman, Stephanie Langley, Leah Wallingsford, Mary Langley, Michelle DiRuggiero

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From Pastor Shaw 04/22

newlife — Sun, 22 Apr 2012 21:02:19 +0000

Today we are thankful to have Evangelist Doug Klinedinst with us. We have been blessed by his ministry, and we look forward to what the Lord will do today.

May 6 we will begin a children’s ministry session each Sunday morning at 10:00 am. This will provide ministry directed to our children, and it will give parents an opportunity to see the kind of ministry our children typically receive in Sunday school.

Contribution statements will be mailed this week. Please review your statement for accuracy and take time to prayerfully reflect on your stewardship. Proportionate giving (tithing) is a biblical principle we teach and practice. Additionally, from a practical standpoint, it is logical that we support what benefits us; so if we receive benefits from the church, we should support the church.

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STX District Men's Conference 2012

newlife — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 19:56:26 +0000

Schedule

Friday, May 18: 7:30pm
Saturday, May 19: 9:00am
Speaker: Carl McLaughlin

Cost

Entire conference: $30
Saturday only: $20

Location

First UPC of San Antonio
350 Utopia Lane
San Antonio, TX 78223
210.337.6108

For more information, contact Jerry Noble

Revival And Church Growth

newlife — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 19:19:25 +0000

Pastor Shaw's lesson from Wednesday, 4/18

In Remembrance of Him . . .

newlife — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 17:07:56 +0000

"And Jesus took bread, gave thanks and broke it, and gave it to them, saying, 'This is my body given for you; do this in remembrance of me.' In the same way, after the supper he took the cup, saying, 'This cup is the new covenant in my blood, which is poured out for you'" (Luke 22:19-20).

On Sunday, April 29, during our evening service, New Life we be focusing on Christ's sacrifice for us as we celebrate communion.

Communion is a profound experience of remembering what Jesus did for us on the Cross and of communing with Him and receiving a special touch of His grace and presence through partaking of the bread and cup.

Communion is always a beautiful experience for the church. Don’t miss it!

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They Are Ripe for Harvest

newlife — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 19:42:32 +0000

Pastor Shaw's message from Sunday evening, 4/15

Evidence Enough for a Miracle

newlife — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 19:39:25 +0000

Pastor Shaw's message from Sunday morning, 4/15

Bulletin from 04/15

newlife — Sun, 15 Apr 2012 21:27:09 +0000

For a complete list of this week's events, check out our calendar.

Last Week's Attendance

Sunday at New Life: 911
Including daughter works and extensions: 1146

Ladies Book Club

The Ladies Book Club will be meeting at the home of Regina Noble at 7 pm on Tuesday, April 17. They are currently reading The Circle Maker by Mark Batterson. Please bring a dish to share and a friend. Even if you haven’t read the book, came and join in on the discussion, and assist in choosing the next book to read. For questions, contact Debra Damman at debra@quantumdigital.com.

Wednesday Breakouts: The Bridge

The Bridge is a small group environment designed for [re]GENERATION, the youth ministry of New Life. It is designed to help discover your God-given call, engage friends in and outside of New Life, and transform personal relationships with Jesus! Don’t miss out! Hyphen, high school, and middle school, will meet with their respective groups on Wednesday, April 18.

Knights & Angels: Scavenger Hunt

The Knights and Angels, 5th and 6th grades, will meet at New Life for a scavenger hunt on Friday, April 20, at 7 pm. For more details, contact Shaleen Stover or Jared Steele.

All-Church Prayer

Come join together with us in prayer on Friday, April 20, in the sanctuary from 8 to 10 pm. Everyone is invited, and the format is come & go.

A.C.T.S. Instructors

Instructors are needed to teach an A.C.T.S. class for women on Monday evenings. The class is taught at a parole office near HWY 183 and IH35. For more information, contact Tina Bradshaw or Steve Miller.

Middle School Boys: Swim Party

The middle school boys, 6th, 7th, and 8th grades, are going swimming at the Dumases’ home on Saturday, April 21. They will meet at New Life at 11 am and return by 3 pm. Bring your swimsuit, sunscreen, and a towel. Drinks and food will be provided. Contact Lionel Aguilar or Regena Dumas for more details.

Jr. High Girls: SoCo Afternoon

The Jr. High girls, 7th & 8th grades, are going to South Congress for lunch at Homeslice Pizza, vintage shopping, and dessert at Hey Cupcake on Saturday, April 21. They will meet at New Life at 11 am and return by 4:30 pm. Bring a minimum $6 for lunch, in addition any other money to spend leisurely. Lizvette Damman, Sarah Ramirez, and Neariah Hernandez will be chaperoning this event.

Prayer Requests

Special: Danny Cuttingham Family, Velda & Ted Doye, Jaime Padron Family
Healing: Tina Von Ruden, Stephanie Langley, Theresa Parker, Danny Cuttingham Family, Andy Scott, Esther Fariss, Alayna Lindsey

Victory Reports!

Daniel Wiggins met a lady on the job, after witnessing to her she immediately requested to be baptized in Jesus’ name.

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From Pastor Shaw 04/15

newlife — Sun, 15 Apr 2012 21:15:52 +0000

We rejoice in the blessings of God! Last Sunday we had a great day. There were many visitors, and we had a great attendance, our third-highest ever. Our total attendance for the day was 911. (We had 959 on Easter 2010 and 933 on Easter 2008.) There is still a revival brewing! This is our time to press forward and see what God will do!

During our transition, faithfulness and unity are crucial. We all have to take extra measures not only to make sure we are staying connected, but to make sure we are connecting others. Accordingly, I urge us all to faithfulness to our regularly scheduled services and to the social and other events that are scheduled.

We have rescheduled Vacation Bible School for July 23-27. Online registration is available at www.newlifeaustin.com/vacation-bible-school-2012. We trust this will give us time to get into our new building.

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Church Picnic

newlife — Sun, 15 Apr 2012 20:44:36 +0000

Family Ministry invites everyone to their annual picnic at Brushy Creek Lake Park on Saturday, May 1, from 11 am until it's over.

Suggested items to bring:
drinks, main dish, meat to grill, side dishes, dessert, etc. Paper plates, cups, forks, and napkins will be provided.

Activities:
Fellowship and food, volleyball, playscape, horseshoes, table games, water park for the kids (don't forget sunscreen and a towel). Other things to consider bringing: kites, bikes, table games, extra chairs

Special activities and fun for children from 1:00-2:00 pm led by our own Children's Ministry

Park Amenities:
Brushy Creek Lake Park is a 90-acre park. Facilities include: a nice playground, a water playscape for the kids, hike and bike trail, nature trail, exercise station, three pavilions, picnic tables and BBQ grills, sand volleyball court, fishing pier, wildlife observation area

Directions:
The park is just off of Parmer, north of 620. From the intersection of Parmer and 620, take Parmer north past 620 to Brushy Creek Road. (It is about 2-3 miles.) There will be a Shell gas station at the intersection. Turn right onto Brushy Creek Road. Turn right into the first park entrance and park in the first parking lot on the right.

Contact: Josh or Christina Grooms
Phone: 512-619-913

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