New Springs News

View Online July 7, 2016 Newsletter From Pastor Dave Dear Friends, Last night I had the opportunity to drop by the houses of two neighbors, people I had not met previously. One had lost a side view mirror to his car, which I had found. The other had mail incorrectly delivered to my house, which I was returning. Each neighbor opened the door and greeted me with suspicion. Who is this guy? What does he want? What is he selling? Each conversation moved from suspicion to my explanation of my presence. For the homeowner receiving mail, the explanation was all that was needed. The neighbor to whom the car mirror was returned was still cautious. Had the mirror done any damage when it fell off the car? Was I there to complain? Was I there to ask for reimbursement? Once I explained, again, that I was just returning the mirror to its owner, my neighbor relaxed, and thanked me. Both conversations were brief, and each ended positively. Read More ​PRAYERS FOR THE WOOD FAMILY Kacy posted this update on their Caring Bridge page: With heavy hearts we have encountered some milestones in this disease we have dreaded for some time. Matt has been having seizures, now has to have a hospital bed in home to make getting in and out of bed easier, and is wearing a gait belt for needed support as he navigates around the house. Along with that he is experiencing some slurred speech and difficultly with swallowing that at times leads to mild chocking/ aspirating. Read more here. ​CHILDREN'S CHURCH On Sunday, Nicole taught the children a lesson about gentleness as a means to spread the Good News. The photo is of a paper airplane and drawing made by Macy Evans. NEW MEN'S GROUP Dave Moore and Shamus Johnson invite any and all of the men of the congregation to join us on Thursday mornings at 6:00 a.m. at New Springs Community. Check in with the guys of the church, share about what's happening in your life, and about the journey of faith. All are welcome. Contact Dave (dave@newspringscommunity.org) or Shamus (shamusj1@yahoo.com) for more details. ​SECURE CHECK IN FOR CHILDREN We have a new check in process in place for our Children's Ministry. Please check your children in at the computer next to the Nursery room. Remember to pick your children up from their classrooms following Worship. ​FOOD FOR THE WOOD FAMILY ​ A Meal Train has been set up for Matt and Kacy Wood and family. If you would like to take a meal to them, you can sign up online at: www.mealtrain.com/trains/vv675y ​FAITH & FAMILY DAY AT THE K The Royals are having their Faith & Family Day on Saturday, July 9. The ballgame starts at 3:15 p.m. Casting Crowns will be giving a concert following the game. If you are interested in going, talk to Glenda Wild, 913-526-6595. CHILDREN'S MINISTRY MEETING If you are interested in volunteering in our Children’s Ministry, you are invited to join us on Saturday, July 9, at 10:00 a.m. We will be going over the curriculum and deciding what we want to use in the Nursery and Children’s Church. For more information, contact Dawn Nathan, 816-922-9522. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED ​Each Sunday, we need two volunteers in the Nursery and two in Children’s Church. Please prayerfully consider serving in our Children's Ministry! Sign ups are now open for July. Click here to volunteer. ​WORSHIP NIGHT July 16 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. ​Experience an evening of contemporary praise and worship lead by the New Springs Music team. Admission is free. Open to the community. Invite your friends and family. ​FELLOWSHIP TEAM The Fellowship Team will be meeting right after Worship on Sunday, July 10, at Panera. Contact Glenda Wild for more information, 913-526-6595. Visit us at newspringscommunity.org