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MONTHLY NEWS & EVENTS AT NEW COMMUNITY CHURCH
The Biblical Theology of Caring
Mark Drinkard // Elder over Sparrow Ministries
fortunate?
Recently, in the political world, we have seen debates about healthcare and taxes. These are just a couple of recent examples of a national discourse related to a recurring theme: how should society be structured and how much income and wealth re-distribution is appropriate? But just what is the church’s responsibility to those less
In the Old Testament, God’s people are commanded to care for the poor. This resulted in several structures established for relieving poverty (Lev. 19:9-10, Ruth 3, Deut. 25:5-10) and commands for treating those in need (Deut. 10:16-19, 24:18-22). Within that socio-economic reality, the prophets often looked towards the future. Isaiah prophesied about a new creation of abundance (65-66) and a Messiah who would bring good news to the poor (61). In the New Testament, Jesus introduces His Kingdom as one of “good deeds” (Matt. 5:16) in the Sermon on the Mount. The early church seems to follow that by taking up a mission of sharing (Acts 4:32-37). James ends up condemning any bias against the poor (James 2:1-9). So what is clear prescription from Scripture? As the church awaits Jesus’ return and earthly establishment of His Kingdom, the local church is to care for the poor inside the church (Acts 4, 6; Rom. 15:25-27; 1 Cor. 16; 2 Cor. 8-9; 1 Tim 1). That is undeniable. However, the church’s mission to the rest of the world is to proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ (Matt. 28:19-20; 1 Cor. 15:1-4). Its mission to the world is spiritual, not physical. The local church is not given the task of establishing societal structures for the poor like in the Old Testament. But it should include ministry that equips individual believers to “do good to all people” (Gal. 6:10). The individual believer is the one who is responsible to show the love and mercy of God to the poor and helpless. In fact, it is your “good deeds” that Peter argues are essential for a testimony that glorifies God and brings the gospel to the attention of an unbelieving world (1 Pet. 2-3). So our deeds towards others speak of the hope that we have. Sparrow is one ministry that can help you, as the individual believer, fulfill your call to care for others and further the gospel message in the process. In Scripture, the orphan is often the very example of those who are needy (James 1:27). There are many ways that you can and should be involved. In addition to adopting or fostering a child, you can help meet the physical needs of adopting/fostering families (i.e. providing meals, respite care, etc.). On November 12, we will join with churches around the world and recognize Orphan Sunday, a time to examine God’s heart for the orphan and how we, as a church, can respond obediently by caring.
FIND OUT MORE ABOUT THESE EVENTS: visit ncc-stl.org
call the church office
lobby or information center
registration required
NOVEMBER EVENTS
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 10 // 6:30 PM
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 11 // 10:00 AM
KEVIN & BETH GARRETT’S HOME
NEW COMMUNITY CHURCH
NEW COMMUNITY CHURCH
NEWCOMER NIGHT
GRIEFSHARE: SURVIVING THE HOLIDAYS
MEN’S BREAKFAST
Enjoy an informal dinner and learn more about NCC with staff, elders & other attenders. Sara Drinkard [email protected]
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 11 // 8:00 AM EAST ST LOUIS
CITY OF JOY WORK DAY
Serve together for the sake of the gospel. Paul DeYoung [email protected]
A special session dedicated to experiencing the holidays after the loss of a loved one. Mike & Kathy Tharp [email protected]
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 18 // 8:00 AM
A delicious breakfast and time of fellowship for just $5. Steve Henderson [email protected]
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 12 // 9:00 AM
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 19 // 12:30 PM
NEW COMMUNITY CHURCH
NEW COMMUNITY CHURCH
ORPHAN SUNDAY
PARENT/TEACHER WORKSHOP
Learn more about God’s heart for the orphan and how you can get involved! Bruce Keller [email protected]
Learn how to be more purposeful in training your children. Childcare & lunch provided. Ray Mehringer [email protected]
THE BULLETIN BOARD NEED TO CONNECT AT NCC?
We send out a weekly newsletter, prayer requests and special announcements through email. Stop by the Information Center and fill out a database form to make sure you stay connected or visit ncc-stl.org/email.
to glorify God // to make disciples // to share God’s love
MISSING SOMETHING?
Lost items are waiting to be found at the Information Center. Items are purged once a month so be sure to stop by and see if your items are there!
COUNSELING AVAILABLE
If you or someone you know would like to meet with one of our biblical counselors, contact the church office to set up an appointment. Visit ncc-stl.org/seacounseling for more information.
16801 Manchester Rd Wildwood, MO 63040 [email protected] 636.458.4744
OFFICE HOURS
Tuesday - Friday: 8:00 am - 2:00 pm 2634 Highway 109 Suite A Wildwood, MO 63040
NCC ONLINE WEB ncc-stl.org
TWITTER @NCCWildwood FACEBOOK facebook.com/NCCWildwood
NCC ON AIR
Verse of the Month “Let the Word of Christ dwell in you richly, teaching and admonishing one another in all wisdom, singing psalms and hymns, and spiritual songs, with thankfulness in your hearts to God.” Colossians 3:16
Book of the Month Adopted for Life
CUTTING IT STRAIGHT KSIV 91.5 FM Saturdays: 9:30 am
ELDER PRAYER LINE 636.458.4744 ext. 16
Jerry Marshall PASTOR-TEACHER Jeremiah Kirberg PASTOR OF ADMINISTRATION
Russell Moore
The doctrine of adoption—God’s decision to adopt sinful men and women into his family—stands at the heart of Christianity. In light of this, Christians’ efforts to adopt beautifully illustrate the truth of the gospel. In this popular-level and practical manifesto, Russell Moore encourages Christians to adopt children and to help other Christian families to do the same. He shows that adoption is not just about couples who have struggled to have children. Rather, it’s about an entire culture within evangelicalism—a culture that sees adoption as part of the Great Commission mandate and as a sign of the gospel itself.
Jason Todd MINISTER TO STUDENTS Ray Mehringer MINISTER TO FAMILIES Sara Drinkard ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
MONTHLY NEWS & EVENTS AT NEW COMMUNITY CHURCH
The Biblical Theology of Caring
Mark Drinkard // Elder over Sparrow Ministries
fortunate?
Recently, in the political world, we have seen debates about healthcare and taxes. These are just a couple of recent examples of a national discourse related to a recurring theme: how should society be structured and how much income and wealth re-distribution is appropriate? But just what is the church’s responsibility to those less
In the Old Testament, God’s people are commanded to care for the poor. This resulted in several structures established for relieving poverty (Lev. 19:9-10, Ruth 3, Deut. 25:5-10) and commands for treating those in need (Deut. 10:16-19, 24:18-22). Within that socio-economic reality, the prophets often looked towards the future. Isaiah prophesied about a new creation of abundance (65-66) and a Messiah who would bring good news to the poor (61). In the New Testament, Jesus introduces His Kingdom as one of “good deeds” (Matt. 5:16) in the Sermon on the Mount. The early church seems to follow that by taking up a mission of sharing (Acts 4:32-37). James ends up condemning any bias against the poor (James 2:1-9). So what is clear prescription from Scripture? As the church awaits Jesus’ return and earthly establishment of His Kingdom, the local church is to care for the poor inside the church (Acts 4, 6; Rom. 15:25-27; 1 Cor. 16; 2 Cor. 8-9; 1 Tim 1). That is undeniable. However, the church’s mission to the rest of the world is to proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ (Matt. 28:19-20; 1 Cor. 15:1-4). Its mission to the world is spiritual, not physical. The local church is not given the task of establishing societal structures for the poor like in the Old Testament. But it should include ministry that equips individual believers to “do good to all people” (Gal. 6:10). The individual believer is the one who is responsible to show the love and mercy of God to the poor and helpless. In fact, it is your “good deeds” that Peter argues are essential for a testimony that glorifies God and brings the gospel to the attention of an unbelieving world (1 Pet. 2-3). So our deeds towards others speak of the hope that we have. Sparrow is one ministry that can help you, as the individual believer, fulfill your call to care for others and further the gospel message in the process. In Scripture, the orphan is often the very example of those who are needy (James 1:27). There are many ways that you can and should be involved. In addition to adopting or fostering a child, you can help meet the physical needs of adopting/fostering families (i.e. providing meals, respite care, etc.). On November 12, we will join with churches around the world and recognize Orphan Sunday, a time to examine God’s heart for the orphan and how we, as a church, can respond obediently by caring.
FIND OUT MORE ABOUT THESE EVENTS: visit ncc-stl.org
call the church office
lobby or information center
registration required
NOVEMBER EVENTS
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 10 // 6:30 PM
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 11 // 10:00 AM
KEVIN & BETH GARRETT’S HOME
NEW COMMUNITY CHURCH
NEW COMMUNITY CHURCH
NEWCOMER NIGHT
GRIEFSHARE: SURVIVING THE HOLIDAYS
MEN’S BREAKFAST
Enjoy an informal dinner and learn more about NCC with staff, elders & other attenders. Sara Drinkard [email protected]
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 11 // 8:00 AM EAST ST LOUIS
CITY OF JOY WORK DAY
Serve together for the sake of the gospel. Paul DeYoung [email protected]
A special session dedicated to experiencing the holidays after the loss of a loved one. Mike & Kathy Tharp [email protected]
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 18 // 8:00 AM
A delicious breakfast and time of fellowship for just $5. Steve Henderson [email protected]
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 12 // 9:00 AM
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 19 // 12:30 PM
NEW COMMUNITY CHURCH
NEW COMMUNITY CHURCH
ORPHAN SUNDAY
PARENT/TEACHER WORKSHOP
Learn more about God’s heart for the orphan and how you can get involved! Bruce Keller [email protected]
Learn how to be more purposeful in training your children. Childcare & lunch provided. Ray Mehringer [email protected]
THE BULLETIN BOARD NEED TO CONNECT AT NCC?
We send out a weekly newsletter, prayer requests and special announcements through email. Stop by the Information Center and fill out a database form to make sure you stay connected or visit ncc-stl.org/email.
to glorify God // to make disciples // to share God’s love
MISSING SOMETHING?
Lost items are waiting to be found at the Information Center. Items are purged once a month so be sure to stop by and see if your items are there!
COUNSELING AVAILABLE
If you or someone you know would like to meet with one of our biblical counselors, contact the church office to set up an appointment. Visit ncc-stl.org/seacounseling for more information.
16801 Manchester Rd Wildwood, MO 63040 [email protected] 636.458.4744
OFFICE HOURS
Tuesday - Friday: 8:00 am - 2:00 pm 2634 Highway 109 Suite A Wildwood, MO 63040
NCC ONLINE WEB ncc-stl.org
TWITTER @NCCWildwood FACEBOOK facebook.com/NCCWildwood
NCC ON AIR
Verse of the Month “Let the Word of Christ dwell in you richly, teaching and admonishing one another in all wisdom, singing psalms and hymns, and spiritual songs, with thankfulness in your hearts to God.” Colossians 3:16
Book of the Month Adopted for Life
CUTTING IT STRAIGHT KSIV 91.5 FM Saturdays: 9:30 am
ELDER PRAYER LINE 636.458.4744 ext. 16
Jerry Marshall PASTOR-TEACHER Jeremiah Kirberg PASTOR OF ADMINISTRATION
Russell Moore
The doctrine of adoption—God’s decision to adopt sinful men and women into his family—stands at the heart of Christianity. In light of this, Christians’ efforts to adopt beautifully illustrate the truth of the gospel. In this popular-level and practical manifesto, Russell Moore encourages Christians to adopt children and to help other Christian families to do the same. He shows that adoption is not just about couples who have struggled to have children. Rather, it’s about an entire culture within evangelicalism—a culture that sees adoption as part of the Great Commission mandate and as a sign of the gospel itself.
Jason Todd MINISTER TO STUDENTS Ray Mehringer MINISTER TO FAMILIES Sara Drinkard ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
