Feeding the Flock Insights From Flying Geese
Elders Bobby Groves 230-1499 [email protected]
Staff Pulpit Minister Neal Pharr 220-3073 [email protected]
Bill Hemphill 504-2523 [email protected]
Associate Minister Robert Randolph 468-6165 [email protected]
Jim Starks 966-3490 [email protected]
Administration DeeAnn Kirby & Sandy West 909-4646 [email protected] Office Hours Monday 9 to 3 Tuesday/Thursday 9 to 1 Wednesday 9 to 1, 4 to 6 Friday 9 to 2
Feeding the Flock May 4, 2014 1st Service Jodi Hale Rebecca Hale Bill Hemphill David Love Ron McCormick Lance Baker Randy Adams Luke Wiley Andrew Wilson Mike Tripp Josh Coffman Kalvin Wilkins Glenn Presser Joe Hale Linda Vines Patty Hensley
Lisa Brewster Nursery Patti Bass Nursery Bill Hemphill Welcome Carl Ash Scripture & Prayer Lord's Table Rick Azzarelli Brent Estrella Table Assist 1 Dan Cunningham Table Assist 2 Connor Starks Table Assist 3 Jack Beverland Table Assist 4 Josh Berman Usher 1 Carly Soto Usher 2 Randy Thurman Closing Prayer Jeff Stephenson Coordinator Todd Starks Sound Booth Linda Vines Greeter Nichelle Pittman Greeter
1st Service
2nd Service
Sabrina Freeman Grace Lonergan Bill Hemphill David Love Ron McCormick Lance Baker Randy Adams Luke Wiley Andrew Wilson Mike Tripp Josh Coffman Kalvin Wilkins Glenn Presser Joe Hale Linda Vines Patty Hensley
Courtney Chambers
Toby Chambers Bill Hemphill Carl Ash Rick Azzarelli Brent Estrella Dan Cunningham Connor Starks Jack Beverland Josh Berman Carly Soto Randy Thurman Jeff Stephenson Todd Starks Linda Vines Nichelle Pittman
Deacons Randy Adams 401-2174 [email protected] Lance Baker 778-3430 [email protected] Jerry Brewster 841-0433 [email protected] Joe Hale 918-5496 [email protected]
Chad Manning 323-0721 [email protected] Paul Matches 390-0787 [email protected] Jeff Stephenson 514-5929 [email protected] Randy Thurman 695-0544 [email protected]
3611 E. County Line Road Lutz, FL 33559 www.ntcofc.org 813-909-4646 [email protected]
Sunday Worship 8:30-9:45 a.m. Bible Study 10:00-10:45 a.m. Worship 11 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 p.m.
Insights From Flying Geese May 11, 2014
2nd Service
May 4, 2014 Volume XXV, No. 18
David Wallace 390-6158 [email protected] Luke Wiley 777-6755 [email protected] Kalvin Wilkins 482-7398 [email protected] Andrew Wilson 468-0097 [email protected]
Perhaps you have seen geese flying through the sky in a “V” formation. Christians can learn some valuable lessons from their habits. Flying in a “V” formation decreases the wind drag for all but the lead goose. The uplift of the wings of the bird in front make it easier for the flock to fly long distances. Christians can learn from this that we always accomplish far more by working together than by acting individually. That’s why God created the church and instructed us to “bear one another’s burdens.” When we share a common goal and work together in harmony, there is no limit to what can be accomplished. When flying together in a “V,” the lead goose will drop back into the formation to rest a bit while another takes his place as the leader. We can learn from this that it pays to take turns doing the hard jobs, lest a few become “weary in well-doing.” What excuses have you been giving God when asked to serve? Seasoned goose observers have also noticed that when a goose becomes ill or wounded and falls out of formation, two others will fall out with him and remain behind to nurse him until he recovers enough to join another flock. What a lesson we Christians can learn from this! Why do we condemn those of our number who fall rather than love and nurse them back to wholeness? If the world knew we would love unconditionally and stand by one another no matter what, we would have to build thousands of new buildings to accommodate all the people. - Author Unknown
Welcome Visitors We hope you find our worship service enriching and inspiring. Please let us know if you have questions about our church family or how we may serve you in your quest for God.
MSG (Mature Singles Group) The next MSG gathering will be at the home of Sheri Croft on Saturday, May 17th, at 5:30 p.m. There will be games and a potluck dinner.
Directory Updates We have new directory information for Wally Cornett. The address is 17749 Jamestown Way, Lutz, FL 33558. Bobby and Wanda Groves have a new mailing address: P.O. Box 362, Lutz, FL 33548.
Game Night Our next Game Night will be on Saturday, May 10th, at 5:30 p.m. The menu is Bring-Your-Own-Sandwich. See Dan or Anna Cleveland to sign up to bring sides, desserts, etc.
Ladies Night Out Join us for our next Ladies Night Out on Tuesday, May 13th at 7 at the Muvico Starlight 20 on Bruce B Downs Blvd. We will be seeing “Mom’s Night Out”. If you need more info, please see Sheila Stephenson or Renee McLaughlin.
Young Adult Group Save the date of May 25th (Memorial Day weekend) - details TBA soon! Anyone single or married, with or without kids, and considers themselves "young" or an "adult" is welcome! For more information, please see Andrew Wilson or Luke Wiley.
Congregational Meeting
On Sunday, June 1st, at 10:00 a.m., we will be combining our Bible classes in order to have a Congregational Meeting. The elders are requesting that we all make every effort to be present for this important meeting.
Spiritual Growth Workshop—Equip
Ladies Luncheon
This event is always inspiring and spiritually enriching. See the flyer and information on the bulletin board. And save the dates of June 26-29th!
Our Ladies Luncheon will be on hiatus for the Summer. We will resume in September. See Wanda Barton for more info.
XTREME SonQuest 2014 is Coming
Moms and More The M & Ms will be spending time on the 2nd Sunday of each month from June through August just going to dinner together at 5:00 p.m. During those months, there will be no Bible study at the church building. See Theresa Reed for more info.
If you are a teen or are the parent of one, you’ll want to save the dates of August 29-31st for SonQuest.
~ Proof of Our Love ~ Sunday, April 27
Bible Class 143
Worship 240
Contribution $7,281
Staff Pulpit Minister Neal Pharr 220-3073 [email protected]
Bill Hemphill 504-2523 [email protected]
Associate Minister Robert Randolph 468-6165 [email protected]
Jim Starks 966-3490 [email protected]
Administration DeeAnn Kirby & Sandy West 909-4646 [email protected] Office Hours Monday 9 to 3 Tuesday/Thursday 9 to 1 Wednesday 9 to 1, 4 to 6 Friday 9 to 2
Feeding the Flock May 4, 2014 1st Service Jodi Hale Rebecca Hale Bill Hemphill David Love Ron McCormick Lance Baker Randy Adams Luke Wiley Andrew Wilson Mike Tripp Josh Coffman Kalvin Wilkins Glenn Presser Joe Hale Linda Vines Patty Hensley
Lisa Brewster Nursery Patti Bass Nursery Bill Hemphill Welcome Carl Ash Scripture & Prayer Lord's Table Rick Azzarelli Brent Estrella Table Assist 1 Dan Cunningham Table Assist 2 Connor Starks Table Assist 3 Jack Beverland Table Assist 4 Josh Berman Usher 1 Carly Soto Usher 2 Randy Thurman Closing Prayer Jeff Stephenson Coordinator Todd Starks Sound Booth Linda Vines Greeter Nichelle Pittman Greeter
1st Service
2nd Service
Sabrina Freeman Grace Lonergan Bill Hemphill David Love Ron McCormick Lance Baker Randy Adams Luke Wiley Andrew Wilson Mike Tripp Josh Coffman Kalvin Wilkins Glenn Presser Joe Hale Linda Vines Patty Hensley
Courtney Chambers
Toby Chambers Bill Hemphill Carl Ash Rick Azzarelli Brent Estrella Dan Cunningham Connor Starks Jack Beverland Josh Berman Carly Soto Randy Thurman Jeff Stephenson Todd Starks Linda Vines Nichelle Pittman
Deacons Randy Adams 401-2174 [email protected] Lance Baker 778-3430 [email protected] Jerry Brewster 841-0433 [email protected] Joe Hale 918-5496 [email protected]
Chad Manning 323-0721 [email protected] Paul Matches 390-0787 [email protected] Jeff Stephenson 514-5929 [email protected] Randy Thurman 695-0544 [email protected]
3611 E. County Line Road Lutz, FL 33559 www.ntcofc.org 813-909-4646 [email protected]
Sunday Worship 8:30-9:45 a.m. Bible Study 10:00-10:45 a.m. Worship 11 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 p.m.
Insights From Flying Geese May 11, 2014
2nd Service
May 4, 2014 Volume XXV, No. 18
David Wallace 390-6158 [email protected] Luke Wiley 777-6755 [email protected] Kalvin Wilkins 482-7398 [email protected] Andrew Wilson 468-0097 [email protected]
Perhaps you have seen geese flying through the sky in a “V” formation. Christians can learn some valuable lessons from their habits. Flying in a “V” formation decreases the wind drag for all but the lead goose. The uplift of the wings of the bird in front make it easier for the flock to fly long distances. Christians can learn from this that we always accomplish far more by working together than by acting individually. That’s why God created the church and instructed us to “bear one another’s burdens.” When we share a common goal and work together in harmony, there is no limit to what can be accomplished. When flying together in a “V,” the lead goose will drop back into the formation to rest a bit while another takes his place as the leader. We can learn from this that it pays to take turns doing the hard jobs, lest a few become “weary in well-doing.” What excuses have you been giving God when asked to serve? Seasoned goose observers have also noticed that when a goose becomes ill or wounded and falls out of formation, two others will fall out with him and remain behind to nurse him until he recovers enough to join another flock. What a lesson we Christians can learn from this! Why do we condemn those of our number who fall rather than love and nurse them back to wholeness? If the world knew we would love unconditionally and stand by one another no matter what, we would have to build thousands of new buildings to accommodate all the people. - Author Unknown
Welcome Visitors We hope you find our worship service enriching and inspiring. Please let us know if you have questions about our church family or how we may serve you in your quest for God.
MSG (Mature Singles Group) The next MSG gathering will be at the home of Sheri Croft on Saturday, May 17th, at 5:30 p.m. There will be games and a potluck dinner.
Directory Updates We have new directory information for Wally Cornett. The address is 17749 Jamestown Way, Lutz, FL 33558. Bobby and Wanda Groves have a new mailing address: P.O. Box 362, Lutz, FL 33548.
Game Night Our next Game Night will be on Saturday, May 10th, at 5:30 p.m. The menu is Bring-Your-Own-Sandwich. See Dan or Anna Cleveland to sign up to bring sides, desserts, etc.
Ladies Night Out Join us for our next Ladies Night Out on Tuesday, May 13th at 7 at the Muvico Starlight 20 on Bruce B Downs Blvd. We will be seeing “Mom’s Night Out”. If you need more info, please see Sheila Stephenson or Renee McLaughlin.
Young Adult Group Save the date of May 25th (Memorial Day weekend) - details TBA soon! Anyone single or married, with or without kids, and considers themselves "young" or an "adult" is welcome! For more information, please see Andrew Wilson or Luke Wiley.
Congregational Meeting
On Sunday, June 1st, at 10:00 a.m., we will be combining our Bible classes in order to have a Congregational Meeting. The elders are requesting that we all make every effort to be present for this important meeting.
Spiritual Growth Workshop—Equip
Ladies Luncheon
This event is always inspiring and spiritually enriching. See the flyer and information on the bulletin board. And save the dates of June 26-29th!
Our Ladies Luncheon will be on hiatus for the Summer. We will resume in September. See Wanda Barton for more info.
XTREME SonQuest 2014 is Coming
Moms and More The M & Ms will be spending time on the 2nd Sunday of each month from June through August just going to dinner together at 5:00 p.m. During those months, there will be no Bible study at the church building. See Theresa Reed for more info.
If you are a teen or are the parent of one, you’ll want to save the dates of August 29-31st for SonQuest.
~ Proof of Our Love ~ Sunday, April 27
Bible Class 143
Worship 240
Contribution $7,281
