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New Life Presbyterian Church
MINISTRIES SUPPORTED
BY NEW LIFE DRESHER
Serge Gibraltar Team Partnership
Alpha Pregnancy Services
Bethany Christian Services
Eastern PA Presbytery Church Planting
Presbyterian Church in America
Whosoever Gospel Mission (Resurrection Offering)
ESL (Resurrection Offering)
International Justice Mission (Resurrection Offering)
Hunting Park Christian Academy (Resurrection Offering)
Children’s Jubilee Fund (Resurrection Offering)
Medical Ministry Int’l (Resurrection Offering)
Kianga Kids (Resurrection Offering)
David and Debra Almack, Philadelphia, CLC Int’l
Eric and Karen Brauer, Europe, Serge
John and Sue Burch, Atlanta, Mission to the World
Robert and Lois Carr, Philadelphia, Mission to N. America
Tom and Jan Courtney, Europe, Solas
Richard and Robyn Crane, Florida, Mission to the World
Ellen Dykas, Philadelphia, Harvest USA
Jon and Tracy Eide, HMA, Mission to the World
Meredith and Sandy Elder, Philadelphia, Serge
John and Caroline Findley, Phila. Metro Church Planting
Jodee Fortner, Peru, Medical Mission Int’l—Canada
Dan and Gini Herron, Spain, Serge
Mike and Judy Hollenbach, Easton, Bridge Community
Church
Andrew and Mary King, Penn State University, Intervarsity
Steve and Jessica Lutz, Penn State University, Converge
Jeff and Jodie McMullen, Philadelphia, Serge
Rose Marie Miller, England, Serge
Tom and Lisa Seelinger, North Carolina, MTW
David and Eowyn Stoddard, Berlin, Mission to the World
In addition, NLD maintains a presence in N. Africa
NEW LIFE DIACONATE
DEACONS
Dave Fischer
Dave Frearson **
Brian Gill **
Rich Knudsen
Scott Lauer
Rob Radcliff
Paul Thress *
Ed Wright
Randy Yardumian
DEACONESSES
Pam Baird
Donna McLaughlin **
Julie Courtney**
Janet Snyder *
Dyan Fischer
Maryanne Soper
Patti Kane
Kelly Yardumian
STAFF
Ron Lutz, Pastor
Joshua Earman, Assistant Pastor
Anthony Gammage, Assistant Pastor
Women’s Ministries
Annie Notary, Coordinator
Children’s Ministries
Debbie Leonard, Director
Beth Anne Lesshafft, Assistant
Presbyterian Church of Dresher
Student Ministries
Todd Hill, Director
Jacob Lee, Assistant
May 31, 2015
Crossroads
Tim Gorbey, Coordinator
Andrew Colpitts, Summer Intern
Worship
Joyce Johnson, Coordinator
Outreach Partner
Laurel Kehl
Office
Michael Todd, Treasurer
Ward Shope, Church Administrator
Carol Rhodes, Secretary
Fae Hicks, Secretary
Andrew Bors, Communication Specialist
Prelude
Call to Worship: Psalm 145:3-4, 10-11, 21
Holy, Holy, Holy
Holy
Scripture Reading: Luke 19:37-40
Indescribable
Westminster Shorter Catechism: Q and A Question 1
NEW LIFE ELDERS
STRATEGIC TEAM
Dave Almack
Jeff Nitz
Sam Chez
Bill Parr
Joe Johnson
SHEPHERDING TEAM
Don Beebe
Jeff McMullen
Meredith Elder *
Paul MacQueen
Keith Humphreys
Ward Shope *
Don Joos
Dave Solt
Justin King *
Keith Soper
Kevin Krasinski
ELDERS AT LARGE
Jim Baird
Jeff Stark
Currently on Sabbatical *
Currently on Extended Leave **
Church Office: 215-641-1100 Fax: 215-641-1107
New Life Church, 2015 S. Limekiln Pike, Dresher, PA 19025
www.newlifedresher.org
New Life is a local church of the Presbyterian Church in America.
Prayer of Confession
Begone, Unbelief
Assurance of Pardon: Hebrews 10:15-17
Amazing Grace
Children’s Moment
Children Dismissed
Let Us Love and Sing and Wonder
Congregational Prayer
Sermon: “Truth and Love“, Ron Lutz , preaching
General Offering
By Our Love
Benediction
Please silence your cellular phones during the service.
Welcome
New Life News
Announcements
Welcome!
We rejoice with Chris and Rae Barnes on the birth of their daughter, Emily
Jessen Barnes, on May 21, 2015.
We gather together this morning to worship God and listen to him
speaking to us in the scriptures. Maybe for us it’s a familiar pattern.
But each Sunday, the songs and readings and the teaching in the
sermon come together in a unique combination. God has prepared
this time for us through the labors of those standing in front. Are we
eager to use this time to learn something new about God?
Save the Date! Men’s Retreat, November 13-15.
If you are visiting today, we are glad you are here! It is our hope
that you’ll learn more about what God has done for us through Jesus.
We would like to get to know you. Please come by the information
desk in the lobby to get more information about New Life, ways to
get connected, and opportunities to grow in your Christian life.
Worship
Worship Celebration
8:30 and 11:10am
“Truth and Love”
1 Timothy 1:1-7
Ron Lutz, preaching
Joyce Johnson, worship
Randy Yardumian, prayer 8:30 service
Jacob Lee, prayer 11:10 service
Nursery
Children’s Church at 8:30 and 11:10
Nursery care for infants and
toddlers is available throughout
the morning.
Children's Church is available after the
singing portion of worship. Children will
be dismissed to their classrooms at the
appropriate time. Please escort your
child to their classroom, and pick them
up promptly after the service.
Room 202: Infants-12 months
Room 201: 12-24 months
Room 208: New Mom’s Room
Room 203: 2 and 3 year old
Room 204: 4 and 5 year old
Room 206: K through 2nd Grade
Women’s Prayer Group: A weekly women’s prayer group meets from
8-9:30am on Saturday mornings in Room 208. Hope you can join us. If you
have any questions call Nancy Smith (215) 542-2861.
Men’s Bible Study: We meet each Wednesday from 6-7:15am. Bring your
own coffee or other beverage, and study the Word of God with us. We read,
discuss, share and pray for each other. Contact Don Joos for more info.
Support Our Granada Team
Tuesday, June 9: You can treat your taste buds
while supporting our Granada Team this summer.
Eat at Chik-fil-A at the Willow Grove Mall
and mention "New Life Dresher" or use materials we provide.
10 percent of your order will be donated to our team.
Sunday, June 14: The team will host a Bake Sale in our lobby. Pick up
dessert for dinner or something sweet to go with your coffee.
The team will be leaving for Spain on June 25 and returning July 5.
Please keep them in your prayers.
General Offering Stats as of May 24, 2015
PREVIOUS WEEK
YEAR-TO-DATE
Needed:
$25,545
$536,445
Received:
$14,843
$494.359
New Life News
Children’s Ministries
School of discipleship
School of Discipleship for Children - 10:00-10:55am
Cubs camp needs blue and green plastic tablecloths and stuffed lions (to be
borrowed and returned). You can leave them by children's reception desk.
Kids in Motion is in need of Counselors. You need to be 16 years of age or
older. Applications are online through the church website.
2 and 3 Year Olds
4 and 5’s
Kindergarten and
Grade 1
Grades 2 and 3
Room 205
Room 204
Room 206
Room 301
Grades 4 and 5
Junior High (6-8)
Senior High (9-12)
Special Needs (11:10)
Room 305
Room 307
Room 306
Room 207
School of Discipleship Hour 10:00-10:55am—Auditorium
TODAY
YOUTH MINISTRY
Town Meeting
TODAY: Jr. High and Sr. High will meet separately for Sunday School.
Our Sr. Send-Off Sunday School has been postponed.
NEXT SUNDAY– Summer Festival Begins
Themes from I Timothy
TODAY! This will be our final Sunday evening youth group of the year.
There are still some spots open for our Easton trip. See Todd or Jacob if
you would still like to apply.
Kids in Motion Counselor and Counselor in Training spots are filling up
fast! Apps can be found on the church website.
All-Church Nursery Rotation
TODAY–
Early—Lisa McKernan, Charlotte
Gleason, Jon Smith, Melissa Gilbert
Middle—Holly Tuttle, Lois Carr, Ellen
Kay Barker, Janine Weaver, Ilona Tuttle
Late—Maureen Joos
Calendar of Events
THIS WEEK:
Home Groups meet throughout the week
TODAY, 10am
Town Meeting
TODAY, 6-7:30pm
JH and SH Youth
Tuesday, 7-10pm
Crossroads (Young Adult)
UPCOMING EVENTS
June 7: Anthony Gammage, preaching
Sarah Osthaus, worship
November 13-15: Men’s Retreat
NEXT WEEK–
Early—Gail Moyer, Sharon
Brennan, Casey Brennen,
Kathy Beebe, Helen Chiang
Middle—Eloise Briscoe,
Paul and Beth Myers,
Dottie Zygmont
Late—Jen Fauske, Abby
Fauske, Dana Ergenbright,
Theresa McSpadden
For a full calendar, visit our website at www.newlifedresher.org
Sermon Notes
New Life News
“Truth and Love”
Prayer Focus—Andrew King
Ron Lutz, preaching
1 Timothy 1:1-7
May 31, 2015
Andrew King serving with InterVarsity at Penn State main campus.
Praises:

For the 8 Penn State students who attended InterVarsity's Chapter Camp
from May 9-15, spending 6 hours per day in scripture study, and the ways
God was motivating them to invite their friends to be transformed by
Jesus.

For the multi-ethnic team traveling with me to far west China in July and
August and their willingness to enter into tough conversations about
oppression, race, and spirituality in July and August.

For a peace in God’s plan in the midst of changing job responsibilities
with InterVarsity.
Prayer Requests:

Pray for sustained motivation among students in the ministry who were
energized at Chapter Camp. Pray that the Spirit continues to work in them
over the summer as we meet and welcome new students into our
community in August.

For a sense of peace and provision as I direct the Global Project to far west
China this summer. Pray that the team is able to work through the
challenges we face.

For continued partners who are able to come along side of the ministry and
help it move forward financially, prayerfully, and practically as we seek to
reach students with the gospel at Penn State.
Outreach
Prayer of Belief: Lord Jesus Christ, I admit that I am weaker and more sinful than I
ever before believed, but, through you, I am more loved and accepted than I ever dared
hope. I thank you for paying my debt, bearing my punishment and offering
forgiveness. I turn from my sins and receive you as Savior. Amen.
Bethany 5K Run-1K Walk is this Saturday, June 6. Mark your calendar and
put on your shoes to help make this a world in which every child has a loving
family. The event will take place at Fort Washington State Park. For more
information and to register, go to: http://bethanywalkrun.weebly.com/.
New Life is a partner with Bethany Christian Services.