HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!!!!!! :)

THE NEW YEAR IS HERE AND I HOPE THAT YOU HAVE A GREAT NEW YEAR, AND THAT EVERY THING THAT YOU TRY, YOU ACCOMPLISH THROUGH CHRIST JESUS. This is going to be a great year. I pray that you would get in to the word of God with all your heart and God will fill you with His glory. So go ahead and say, "Lord, I choose to be Your partner in the earth. I will consistently respond to Your direction and sow seed in faith. Thank you for giving Your best and I will consistently give my best as we partner together in the days ahead to fulfill Your plan."

SIGN IN AT THE O

At the beging of the year we want you to all fill out new cards so that we can update your info.

10 THINGS GOD CAN'T DO

Wait, you say. Can't God do everything? Actually there are tons of things he can't do. Don't believe it? Then you've gotta read this.

1.God can't get tired.
Have you not known? Have you not heard? The everlasting God, the Lord, the Creator of the ends of the earth, neither faints nor is weary.—Isaiah 40:28
2.God can't take on a job he can't handle.
Ah, Lord God! Behold, you have made the heavens and the earth by your great power and outstretched arm. There is nothing too hard for you.—Jeremiah 32:17
3.God can't be unholy.
And one cried to another and said: "Holy, holy, holy is the Lord of hosts; the whole earth is full of his glory!"—Isaiah 6:3
4.God can't be prejudiced.
In truth I perceive that God shows no partiality. But in every nation whoever fears him and works righteousness is accepted by him.—Acts 10:34-35
5.God can't break a promise.
My covenant I will not break, nor alter the word that has gone out of my lips.—Psalm 89:34
6.God can't remember sins he's chosen to forget.
I, even I, am he who blots out your transgressions for my own sake; and I will not remember your sins.—Isaiah 43:25
7.God can't make a loser.
Now thanks be to God who always leads us in triumph in Christ.—2 Corinthians 2:14
8.God can't abandon you.
Be strong and of good courage, do not fear nor be afraid of them; for the Lord your God, he is the one who goes with you. He will not leave you nor forsake you.—Deuteronomy 31:6
9.God can't stop thinking about you.
How precious also are your thoughts to me, O God! How great is the sum of them! If I should count them, they would be more in number than the sand; when I awake, I am still with you.—Psalm 139:17-18
10.God can't stop loving you.
Yes, I have loved you with an everlasting love; therefore with lovingkindness I have drawn you.—Jeremiah 31:3

AQUIRE THE FIRE

HERE COMES TROUBLE It's back. Are you ready for an out of this world expiriance with bands like LEELAND, DAVID CROWDER, BUILDING 429, ROCA FIRME, KUTLESS, ROJO, ISRAEL & NEW BREED, SKILLET, JEREMY CAMP, EVERYDAY SUNDAY, TYE TRIBBET, AND GROUP ONE CREW. You don't want to miss this ATF. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ohKP_sz4hJY

Easter Weekend

Saturday, March 22 will undoubtedly be a fun day. It starts at 2:00 p.m. Games like pedestal joust (we had that at the lock-in), sumo suit wrestling, and a 65' obstacle course. Music from our very own community like hip hop group Let it Shine, our band Undignified, and Sheena. Food will come from Chick-fil-a, Domino's, Herb's BBQ, and our very own hamburgers and hot dogs. A mini car show hosted by Godspeed Christian Customz will show off tricked out rides. Last but not least, a concert by Dishwater Blonde begins at 6:00 p.m. It is going to be a totally fun time, so bring your friends, especially your unsaved ones. The only cost will be for food. Everything else is yours for the enjoying. Be here at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 22 on the New Hope grounds.

Roller Skating

Ok, the date and time have been set for roller skating. Now, it's up to you to go. Friday night, March 28 from 7:30 - 10:30 p.m. and the cost is $7 which you will pay on your own. Bring extra money for food and drinks.

If you need to ride on the church van it is first come first serve. You must sign up at In the O for your spot on the van. There is only room for 13 passengers. You also must have a notarized medical form on file and a parental form signed if you are going on the van. We are asking those of you who can drive to have others car pool with you. Those riding on the van or if you are driving and would like to follow the van, you must meet at the church at 6:15 p.m. Please do not be late. We will return to the church by 11:30 p.m.

Guatemala Summer Mission Trip

Are you interested in spending a portion of your summer on a mission trip to Guatemala to reach children and teenagers for Christ through drama? If you are, check out www.livingwaterteaching.org for more information. This trip will take place on June 23 - July 2 and the approximate cost will be $1,100.00.

Begin saving now for this trip and thinking of ways to raise money. You can get a job, mail a letter to family and friends (the church has a sample letter you can use), cut lawns for neighbors, babysit, etc. There are a number of ways to raise the finances to go on this summer mission trip, but you must be willing to put forth the effort and hard work it will take and you must start now.

Please sign up at O3 if you are interested in going to Guatemala this summer. If your parents have any questions or concerns, they can email or call Lydia at 348-0122.

Lock-In

Updated 2-13-08
Here are some things to look forward to at the lock-in: rock climbing wall, pedestal joust, indoor slaughter ball, contests, relay races, late night movie, dance praise, nintendo wii, dinner, snacks, and breakfast. Wow! Sounds like fun to me!

Things you may want to bring: pillow, blanket, air mattress/sleeping bag, toothbrush and toothpaste (no stanking breath allowed, clean underwear (no streaks gentlemen), deodorant, other toiletries, appropriate PJ's, and change of clothes in case you get a little sweaty. Call Lydia @ 348-0122 if you have any questions. Click the flyer below for all the info.
Updated 1-2-08:
Are you ready to be locked up and locked away from seeing your parent(s) for one night? The time has come for the O3 lock-in! The date is set for Friday, February 29. You will not want to miss this all night party. Who will stay up all night long?

ATF '08

Updated 1-2-08:
The tickets have been ordered, so at this time we cannot add anymore registrations. If a ticket becomes available and you would like to go, we will bring that information to your attention.

Acquire the Fire is a weekend-long event packed with drama, pyrotechnics, powerful worship, uplifting messages, and music from some of the best bands on the Christian music scene. Hundreds of thousands of teens from across North America have come away with lifelong friendships, a renewed hope for their future and a peace that can only come from Christ! The voice of thousands will unite to worship Him. The theme of Acquire the Fire this year will be "Let Your Voice Be Heard". ATF '08 takes place April 25-26, 2008 at the Sundome in Tampa. Featuring concerts by Unhindered, Stellar Kart, Sanctus Real, Krystal Meyers, and Building 429 and speakers like Ron Luce and Phil Joel. The cost will be approximately $75. Click here to check out the website and view the clip below. Sign up at In the O for this awesome event!