I wanted to take a moment to express my gratitude for the wonderful cards and encouraging words I received during Pastor Appreciation Month. Your messages reminded me of God's faithfulness and His many blessings. Your thoughtfulness and support make all the difference. Your kind words came at just the right time and served as a beautiful reminder of why I was called to this ministry.
The time you spent writing those cards, sharing your thoughts, and offering your encouragement speaks volumes about the kind and caring family we have here. It is a joy and privilege to minister among you and to witness God's work in your lives.
Thank you for your continued prayers, your patience, and your partnership in the Gospel. I am blessed to serve as your pastor, and I look forward to what God has in store for us in the months and years ahead.
Sincerely,
Don’t forget to “Fall Back”!
Remember to set your clocks BACK an hour on Saturday night and then enjoy your extra hour of sleep!
Join us this Sunday, November 2, as we celebrate The Lord's Supper during both of our worship services.
On the first Sunday of every month, we encourage you to give above and beyond your normal tithes and offerings towards our Care and Compassion Fund. This special monthly collection is dedicated to assisting those who are facing urgent financial challenges and need help with emergency bills. Your generous contributions enable us to provide immediate relief and support to those in need. Simple indicate "Care and Compassion" on the memo line of your check or on the envelope this Sunday or click here to give online.
YOUNG ADULTS MINISTRY
Graduated 18 to 29 year olds, join us this Sunday, November 2, at 7pm in Room 212 for our Young Adults Ministry meeting! It's a wonderful opportunity to connect, share experiences, and grow together in faith. We look forward to seeing you there for a time of fellowship, discussion, and games.
If you attend our 11am Contemporary Service and would like to familiarize yourself with the songs we will be singing this Sunday, here are the links to check them out:
Tailgate Sunday is coming on Sunday, November 9, at 12:15pm!
Please make sure to register and pay below by Wednesday, November 5, so that we order enough food! We’ll enjoy a BBQ lunch, live music by Redeemed Band, axe throwing, inflatables for the kids, a preschool play area, lawn games, archery, and more. Register today so you don’t forget!
The Sanctuary will be open for a Day of Prayer from 9am-4pm on November 6. This time will be dedicated to praying for our country, the church, and all of God’s people. You are welcome to stop by any time during the day to engage in prayer.
Our next PB&J day is Thursday, November 6! You can bless homeless people in our community by dropping off pre-made, individually wrapped peanut butter and jelly sandwiches to the New Hope kitchen on Thursday by noon.
Poinsettias can be ordered to be displayed in the Sanctuary for the month of December in memory or in honor of someone special in your life. You may pick them up after the 3pm, 5pm, or 7pm service on Christmas Eve. Any that are not picked up will be donated to a local mission. Poinsettias will come in 6.5" pots and are $10 each. You can purchase as many as desired through the link below, but orders must be placed by November 23.
New to New Hope or been attending for a while? We’d love to share lunch with you! Join Pastor Sheldon and our staff on Sunday, November 16, at 12:15pm in Room 212 for a relaxed meal, friendly conversation, and hear a bit about our church. Kids are welcome!
Our Student Ministry kicked off a “When Prayer is a Struggle” series this past Sunday and students spent a few minutes in private prayer at the end of the message. We are also have three more Wednesday nights studying Psalm 23. Continue praying for our students to have personal encounters with God and find their prayer lives both challenged and enriched.
We had about 70 students and adults at our Student Ministry Halloween Party. There was a costume contest, pumpkin painting contest, and outdoor games all while taking in the sunset! A big thank you to everyone who participated and to Shari McMinn for providing 200 egg cartons to use as paint palettes!
Join us on Thursday, November 20, at 11am for a special time of food, fellowship, and gratitude. We will gather to enjoy special music and a message alongside a delicious meal while giving thanks together as a church family. Come ready to celebrate God’s goodness! Tickets are $10 each and available through the link below.
New Hope is participating in OCC this year in a new way…as a central drop-off location for boxes! We need people to pray, pack, record numbers, and greet during our collection hours November 17-24. If you have interest in serving this year with OCC for New Hope, please contact Rachel Frey at rachel@newhopefortmyers.org. Also, please join us in praying for large collections this season and for the glory of God’s name to reach many far and new places!
Please take a box from the Lobby at the church, fill it, and return it to New Hope November 9 or 16. If you are unable to shop, you may build a shoebox online, which will reach a hard-to-access community in a country whose borders make it difficult for the shoeboxes to be allowed in. Click here to build a shoebox online at newhopefortmyers.org/occ.
J & K transitioned to Egypt from Ethiopia last year. After an encouraging summer with family and partner visits in the Midwest, J & K resumed life and work in the bustling city of Cairo-the largest of the Arab world. Though much of their time is spent in language learning - Egyptian Arabic - J & K are part of a large and diverse group of expatriates who are reaching Muslims for Jesus. Together, they are advancing the gospel through varied outreach efforts. They run kingdom-focused businesses that create jobs and build community connections, engage youth through education and vocational training, and provide compassionate healthcare and trauma healing. Their team also strengthens the local church through discipleship and leadership development, while exploring creative ministries like music and visual storytelling to share Christ’s message in culturally relevant ways. J continues occasional visits to their old home in Ethiopia to advise and encourage local church leaders. J & K rejoice in the ongoing support of New Hope, “We thank God for you all and appreciate your prayers, encouragement and support so much! Please pray for wisdom and grace as we resume Arabic learning and also continue to seek God's will and leading for ministry for both ourselves and the rest of our team.”
