Women’s Ministry

2015-2016

Women’s Ministry

2015-2016

New Life Women’s Ministry We offer women the opportunity for service, fellowship and growth. Our Women’s Ministry extends to hospitality, outreach, retreats, special events, prayer and more. Join us!

New Life Women’s Ministry We offer women the opportunity for service, fellowship and growth. Our Women’s Ministry extends to hospitality, outreach, retreats, special events, prayer and more. Join us!

WM Bible/Book Studies: Core Bible Study Wednesday Mornings, 9:00-11:00 am/ Saturday Mornings, 9:00-11:00 am This school year studying the Book of Acts, the Core Bible Study Program encourages women at every level of Biblical knowledge to dig deeply into the Word, to see Christ in all of Scripture, to experience fellowship in the Word, to know Scripture as alive, and to apply what they have learned to their daily lives. Led by various women leaders. Childcare is available during the Wednesday morning Bible Study, which offers nursery care for children under 3, a Children’s program for kids ages 3-5, and a homeschool study and PE program for kids in grades 1-8. Contact: Jeanie Freeman, [email protected]. Wednesday Night Book Study - Tim Keller, Prayer Wednesday Evenings During Family Night Dianna Huston, New Life’s Counselor to Women, will be leading a study of the book, Prayer, by Tim Keller. [1]

WM Bible/Book Studies: Core Bible Study Wednesday Mornings, 9:00-11:00 am/ Saturday Mornings, 9:00-11:00 am This school year studying the Book of Acts, the Core Bible Study Program encourages women at every level of Biblical knowledge to dig deeply into the Word, to see Christ in all of Scripture, to experience fellowship in the Word, to know Scripture as alive, and to apply what they have learned to their daily lives. Led by various women leaders. Childcare is available during the Wednesday morning Bible Study, which offers nursery care for children under 3, a Children’s program for kids ages 3-5, and a homeschool study and PE program for kids in grades 1-8. Contact: Jeanie Freeman, [email protected]. Wednesday Night Book Study - Tim Keller, Prayer Wednesday Evenings During Family Night Dianna Huston, New Life’s Counselor to Women, will be leading a study of the book, Prayer, by Tim Keller. [1]

Women of Titus 2 (WT2) Two Thursdays each month September 10 through May 12, 7-8:30 pm (Two locations: North Escondido or Rancho Bernardo) Two Fridays each month September 11 through May, 9:30-11am at New Life Women of Titus 2 seeks to establish trusting and supportive relationships between women of all ages and at difference places in their walk with Christ. Led by various WT2 mentors. Childcare for infants and toddlers will be provided for Friday mornings, but not for Thursday evenings. Contact: Maribeth Seo, 760-716-7117, maribethseo@ yahoo.com.

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Women of Titus 2 (WT2) Two Thursdays each month September 10 through May 12, 7-8:30 pm (Two locations: North Escondido or Rancho Bernardo) Two Fridays each month September 11 through May, 9:30-11am at New Life Women of Titus 2 seeks to establish trusting and supportive relationships between women of all ages and at difference places in their walk with Christ. Led by various WT2 mentors. Childcare for infants and toddlers will be provided for Friday mornings, but not for Thursday evenings. Contact: Maribeth Seo, 760-716-7117, maribethseo@ yahoo.com.

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need people who can do the crafts behind the scenes for some of the programs. We want our teachers and caregivers to love children and to want to serve! In addition, to work directly with children, one needs to go through the Childcare Training Class, which is held every first Sunday during the brunch. People working with children and youth need to be members for six months, or regular attenders for one year. After going through the class, you fill out an application and will be interviewed by Herb Smith. You will need to go through screening as well. We would love to have you bless our programs even as you are being blessed by the children! Contact Elane Cross at [email protected] if you would like to help.

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need people who can do the crafts behind the scenes for some of the programs. We want our teachers and caregivers to love children and to want to serve! In addition, to work directly with children, one needs to go through the Childcare Training Class, which is held every first Sunday during the brunch. People working with children and youth need to be members for six months, or regular attenders for one year. After going through the class, you fill out an application and will be interviewed by Herb Smith. You will need to go through screening as well. We would love to have you bless our programs even as you are being blessed by the children! Contact Elane Cross at [email protected] if you would like to help.

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Children’s Ministries

Women’s Christian Reading Challenge

The programs for children at New Life include nursery for the very young, those through 36 months. There are nurseries for Sunday mornings as well as for the Wednesday and Thursday morning Bible studies and the Wednesday night program. We also have Children’s Church during the worship services. Our Sunday School program is for those 3 years old through fifth grade (sixth grade and up are in our Youth and Family Program). On Wednesday mornings, there is a preschool class as well as a homeschool class for older children during the Core Bible study. On Wednesday nights we have a preschool/Kindergarten class for the younger children in addition to Girls of Faith (for girls first through fifth grades) and Gibborim (for boys first through fifth grade). And last, but not least, we have Vacation Bible School for children 4 years old through sixth grade which is July 31 through August 5, 2016).

Second Tuesday of each month, 7:00-9:00 pm in the church library.

Our current need is Wednesday nights in the nursery as well as Sunday mornings in the nursery. We like to have enough people to rotate people through so that they don’t need to be in the nursery too often. We also [14]

Explore the best in Christian literature – Doctrine, Christian Living, Church History, Biography, Bible Interpretation, Devotional Literature, Apologetics, and Fiction. Take the challenge to read, reflect, and report on one book in a different genre each month with the support of sister readers. Led by Jane Johnson. Sorry, no childcare provided. Contact: Jane Johnson, 760480-9591, [email protected].

WM Retreats/Conferences October 17, 2015, 8:00 am-3:00 pm (Pastries and coffee served from 8-9am) Cost of $15 before 10/4 ($20 after) includes Lunch. Join us on October 17 for our annual fall women’s conference! This year’s topic is: “Who AM I? The Identity of a Christ Follower in 2015.” Our speakers will be our own Sarah Dudley, Lisa Aguilar, and Kathy Daane. Find out more and sign up online at www. newlife-pca.com/womensconference.php. [3]

Children’s Ministries

Women’s Christian Reading Challenge

The programs for children at New Life include nursery for the very young, those through 36 months. There are nurseries for Sunday mornings as well as for the Wednesday and Thursday morning Bible studies and the Wednesday night program. We also have Children’s Church during the worship services. Our Sunday School program is for those 3 years old through fifth grade (sixth grade and up are in our Youth and Family Program). On Wednesday mornings, there is a preschool class as well as a homeschool class for older children during the Core Bible study. On Wednesday nights we have a preschool/Kindergarten class for the younger children in addition to Girls of Faith (for girls first through fifth grades) and Gibborim (for boys first through fifth grade). And last, but not least, we have Vacation Bible School for children 4 years old through sixth grade which is July 31 through August 5, 2016).

Second Tuesday of each month, 7:00-9:00 pm in the church library.

Our current need is Wednesday nights in the nursery as well as Sunday mornings in the nursery. We like to have enough people to rotate people through so that they don’t need to be in the nursery too often. We also [14]

Explore the best in Christian literature – Doctrine, Christian Living, Church History, Biography, Bible Interpretation, Devotional Literature, Apologetics, and Fiction. Take the challenge to read, reflect, and report on one book in a different genre each month with the support of sister readers. Led by Jane Johnson. Sorry, no childcare provided. Contact: Jane Johnson, 760480-9591, [email protected].

WM Retreats/Conferences October 17, 2015, 8:00 am-3:00 pm (Pastries and coffee served from 8-9am) Cost of $15 before 10/4 ($20 after) includes Lunch. Join us on October 17 for our annual fall women’s conference! This year’s topic is: “Who AM I? The Identity of a Christ Follower in 2015.” Our speakers will be our own Sarah Dudley, Lisa Aguilar, and Kathy Daane. Find out more and sign up online at www. newlife-pca.com/womensconference.php. [3]

WM Fellowship Events Summer Soirées Held three times throughout the summer, these are lovely times of informal fellowship, music, and more. They are hosted by different New Life women and each one is themed differently, with a short devotion given each time. The purpose is to promote relationships among the women at church and to maintain connections through the summer break. Christmas Ornament Exchange 1st or 2nd Monday in December. Dinner begins at 5:45 pm.

about becoming part of this fun and important ministry to the couples of New Life. 760-532-1747, [email protected]. Shower Ministry New Life hosts four showers a year, two Baby (first time moms only) and two Bridal. One of each is held in the Fall and again in the Spring. This is a lovely way to show support and love for our honorees and a chance for all the women to get to know each other better. A devotional is given along with fellowship time before and after. There are no individual gifts, however you may contribute to the group gift by donating to the “church showers fund.” We are presently looking for a new coordinator.

Come join us for a fun fellowship night that includes dinner. Each woman brings along a dessert to share, and a $5-$10 ornament to exchange. This is a favorite annual event, and signups fill up fast. Don’t miss it! If you would like to help with any of the preparations, contact Karen Lenhert at [email protected] or 760443-9955. [4]

WM Fellowship Events Summer Soirées Held three times throughout the summer, these are lovely times of informal fellowship, music, and more. They are hosted by different New Life women and each one is themed differently, with a short devotion given each time. The purpose is to promote relationships among the women at church and to maintain connections through the summer break. Christmas Ornament Exchange 1st or 2nd Monday in December. Dinner begins at 5:45 pm.

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about becoming part of this fun and important ministry to the couples of New Life. 760-532-1747, [email protected]. Shower Ministry New Life hosts four showers a year, two Baby (first time moms only) and two Bridal. One of each is held in the Fall and again in the Spring. This is a lovely way to show support and love for our honorees and a chance for all the women to get to know each other better. A devotional is given along with fellowship time before and after. There are no individual gifts, however you may contribute to the group gift by donating to the “church showers fund.” We are presently looking for a new coordinator.

Come join us for a fun fellowship night that includes dinner. Each woman brings along a dessert to share, and a $5-$10 ornament to exchange. This is a favorite annual event, and signups fill up fast. Don’t miss it! If you would like to help with any of the preparations, contact Karen Lenhert at [email protected] or 760443-9955. [4]

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Sunday Brunch Ministry

WM Mercy Ministries

1st Sunday of each month between services

Memorial Services

Do you love to cook? Would you like to help in the preparation or serving of fun, tasty, easy, and affordable menus for large crowds? Leslie and John Savidge are looking for help in two areas:

Come join a group of 10-20 women who minister to families in need of encouragement and care. We are looking for women willing to be on a call list to help prepare and administer a church memorial service. Volunteers are needed in the following areas:

1. Volunteers to prepare food on Saturday – dessert teams and salad teams (recipes would be provided) 2. Servers-on-the-ready: Be willing to check with the kitchen before brunch and ask if any servers on needed that day. Contact Leslie at 619-339-7118, [email protected] for more information. The Wedding Ministry The Wedding Ministry at New Life is in need of ladies to assist during wedding ceremonies and Receptions held at New Life. Please contact Rachel Johnson, the church Wedding Coordinator, if you would like more information

1. To recruit people to provide food. 2. To work directly with the family to identify their wishes and needs for the service. 3. To inventory supplies and replace what was used (New Life covers coffee, and lemonade replacement) 4. To serve in 2-hour shifts with set up, clean up, or kitchen service This is a wonderful opportunity to be a blessing to your sisters and brothers in Christ. Contact Kelly Gutierrez, 760-741-5949, [email protected].

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Sunday Brunch Ministry

WM Mercy Ministries

1st Sunday of each month between services

Memorial Services

Do you love to cook? Would you like to help in the preparation or serving of fun, tasty, easy, and affordable menus for large crowds? Leslie and John Savidge are looking for help in two areas:

Come join a group of 10-20 women who minister to families in need of encouragement and care. We are looking for women willing to be on a call list to help prepare and administer a church memorial service. Volunteers are needed in the following areas:

1. Volunteers to prepare food on Saturday – dessert teams and salad teams (recipes would be provided) 2. Servers-on-the-ready: Be willing to check with the kitchen before brunch and ask if any servers on needed that day. Contact Leslie at 619-339-7118, [email protected] for more information. The Wedding Ministry The Wedding Ministry at New Life is in need of ladies to assist during wedding ceremonies and Receptions held at New Life. Please contact Rachel Johnson, the church Wedding Coordinator, if you would like more information [12]

1. To recruit people to provide food. 2. To work directly with the family to identify their wishes and needs for the service. 3. To inventory supplies and replace what was used (New Life covers coffee, and lemonade replacement) 4. To serve in 2-hour shifts with set up, clean up, or kitchen service This is a wonderful opportunity to be a blessing to your sisters and brothers in Christ. Contact Kelly Gutierrez, 760-741-5949, [email protected]. [5]

Meals Ministry The New Life Meals Ministry is a long-standing ministry which serves members of our church family by providing meals as the need arises. Those needing meals are typically families with new babies and those recovering from medical treatment. Those who wish to provide meals can submit contact information via the church website at www.newlife-pca.com/emaillist.php. Volunteers are contacted regarding a need for meals by the Meals Ministry coordinator. The Meals Ministry coordinator maintains a list of all church members who have volunteered to provide meals, contacts them when a need arises, and coordinates a schedule for the delivery of meals. The Meals Ministry is currently seeking a new coordinator. Please contact Laura Love at [email protected], (858) 521-0853 with any questions about serving in this ministry.

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Meals Ministry The New Life Meals Ministry is a long-standing ministry which serves members of our church family by providing meals as the need arises. Those needing meals are typically families with new babies and those recovering from medical treatment. Those who wish to provide meals can submit contact information via the church website at www.newlife-pca.com/emaillist.php. Volunteers are contacted regarding a need for meals by the Meals Ministry coordinator. The Meals Ministry coordinator maintains a list of all church members who have volunteered to provide meals, contacts them when a need arises, and coordinates a schedule for the delivery of meals. The Meals Ministry is currently seeking a new coordinator. Please contact Laura Love at [email protected], (858) 521-0853 with any questions about serving in this ministry.

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the main building. Both of our kitchens are used very frequently and require scheduling, stocking, cleaning and organizing. The Kitchen Ministry is made up of volunteer’s that operate in a variety of areas and times to keep both kitchens at NLPC safe, clean, running smoothly and well stocked. It is our goal to maintain high standards so that every individual, ministry or visiting groups can enjoy the wonderful kitchens we have been blessed with at New Life. This is primarily a behind the scenes ministry and has great flexibility for those who want to volunteer, but have limited schedules. Join us today! Here’s how you can help: 1. Monthly Cleaning Team Stock Check and Supply – Weekly Kitchen Check-Out Items (keeping track of items that are checked out of the kitchens) 2. Wednesday Night Stock and Cleaning Crew – Twice monthly (this can be done during Wednesday night church) 3. First Sunday Brunch rotating clean-up team (Usually 3-4 times a year) [11]

the main building. Both of our kitchens are used very frequently and require scheduling, stocking, cleaning and organizing. The Kitchen Ministry is made up of volunteer’s that operate in a variety of areas and times to keep both kitchens at NLPC safe, clean, running smoothly and well stocked. It is our goal to maintain high standards so that every individual, ministry or visiting groups can enjoy the wonderful kitchens we have been blessed with at New Life. This is primarily a behind the scenes ministry and has great flexibility for those who want to volunteer, but have limited schedules. Join us today! Here’s how you can help: 1. Monthly Cleaning Team Stock Check and Supply – Weekly Kitchen Check-Out Items (keeping track of items that are checked out of the kitchens) 2. Wednesday Night Stock and Cleaning Crew – Twice monthly (this can be done during Wednesday night church) 3. First Sunday Brunch rotating clean-up team (Usually 3-4 times a year) [11]

Church Events Ministry

Christmas Outreach

The Church Events ministry is comprised primarily of providing Cookie Receptions after Christmas or Spring Concerts, and special refreshments following the Easter service. However, as the church grows there are many events throughout the year where we are being called upon to serve meals, coffee breaks, etc. , and can always use a team to call upon to help make these events special. If you would enjoy helping in the kitchen with food prep or other hospitality services, please contact Christina Bagdazian at [email protected] or 858-485-7181.

We are looking for a new Christmas Outreach Coordinator who would love to serve the children in our community through two special ministries:

Kitchen Ministry NLPC Kitchen Coordinator: Mea Marasciullo 619-8893850, [email protected] Co-Coordinators: Patti White and Denise Rossi The kitchen ministry supports the use of the kitchens at New Life by staff, NLPC ministries and outside events or vendors. New Life has a Youth and Family Kitchen that is located in our Youth and Family Building and the Main Kitchen that is located off the sanctuary in [10]

1. Misión Vida Nueva is our sister church to the Escondido Hispanic community. Each Christmas we gather new, wrapped toys to distribute to those families being ministered to by Misión Vida Nueva. For selected Sundays in December, a large box will be in the foyer to collect donations. The Coordinator would contact the pastor who then comes to pick up all the wrapped toys before Christmas. 2. Alternative Pregnancy Center is a pro-life organization in Escondido that appreciates our gifts each December of diapers and clothes for new born infants. A second box will be in the foyer to collect new baby gifts. The Coordinator would deliver these gifts directly to the center. If you are interested in this work, you can contact Diana Teas ([email protected]) for more information. [7]

Church Events Ministry

Christmas Outreach

The Church Events ministry is comprised primarily of providing Cookie Receptions after Christmas or Spring Concerts, and special refreshments following the Easter service. However, as the church grows there are many events throughout the year where we are being called upon to serve meals, coffee breaks, etc. , and can always use a team to call upon to help make these events special. If you would enjoy helping in the kitchen with food prep or other hospitality services, please contact Christina Bagdazian at [email protected] or 858-485-7181.

We are looking for a new Christmas Outreach Coordinator who would love to serve the children in our community through two special ministries:

Kitchen Ministry NLPC Kitchen Coordinator: Mea Marasciullo 619-8893850, [email protected] Co-Coordinators: Patti White and Denise Rossi The kitchen ministry supports the use of the kitchens at New Life by staff, NLPC ministries and outside events or vendors. New Life has a Youth and Family Kitchen that is located in our Youth and Family Building and the Main Kitchen that is located off the sanctuary in [10]

1. Misión Vida Nueva is our sister church to the Escondido Hispanic community. Each Christmas we gather new, wrapped toys to distribute to those families being ministered to by Misión Vida Nueva. For selected Sundays in December, a large box will be in the foyer to collect donations. The Coordinator would contact the pastor who then comes to pick up all the wrapped toys before Christmas. 2. Alternative Pregnancy Center is a pro-life organization in Escondido that appreciates our gifts each December of diapers and clothes for new born infants. A second box will be in the foyer to collect new baby gifts. The Coordinator would deliver these gifts directly to the center. If you are interested in this work, you can contact Diana Teas ([email protected]) for more information. [7]

WM Heart Ministries Women’s Bible Study: Support Growing Faith through Suffering This group is for women struggling with serious illnesses who want to share together in the Word, in prayer, and support. If you are interested, please contact Mary Battles ([email protected]) or Diana Teas ([email protected]) for more information. Surrendering the Secret The Surrendering the Secret (STS) Bible study is an eight-session series written to help Christian women identify the burdens of shame and guilt related to abortion. This program provides anonymity and complete confidentiality throughout the process. The co-leaders of the STS Bible study at New Life are Christian women who have experienced abortion first-hand, and now, through Christ, live without guilt and shame. “Our desire involves helping our sisters live without shame and guilt related to abortion.” Each participant purchases a book used during the sessions.

To preview Sessions 1-4, google knocktv.com. For more information, contact Catherine Paul at 760-271-7900, or [email protected] (confidential email site).

New Life Church-Wide Ministries Hearts for Mission Would you like to invest more of your life in God’s Kingdom around the world by praying for Missionaries and Christians living in countries throughout the globe? Some are meeting in Hearts for Missions groups that pray for certain missionaries. Others are praying for missionaries through their Bible study or small group. Part of the joy and blessing of connecting could be letter writing, sending Christmas gifts, making contributions to meet specific needs, regular reports from the mission field, etc., as the Lord leads. For more information contact Kathleen Connelly at 760-798-9391.

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WM Heart Ministries Women’s Bible Study: Support Growing Faith through Suffering This group is for women struggling with serious illnesses who want to share together in the Word, in prayer, and support. If you are interested, please contact Mary Battles ([email protected]) or Diana Teas ([email protected]) for more information. Surrendering the Secret The Surrendering the Secret (STS) Bible study is an eight-session series written to help Christian women identify the burdens of shame and guilt related to abortion. This program provides anonymity and complete confidentiality throughout the process. The co-leaders of the STS Bible study at New Life are Christian women who have experienced abortion first-hand, and now, through Christ, live without guilt and shame. “Our desire involves helping our sisters live without shame and guilt related to abortion.” Each participant purchases a book used during the sessions. [8]

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To preview Sessions 1-4, google knocktv.com. For more information, contact Catherine Paul at 760-271-7900, or [email protected] (confidential email site).

New Life Church-Wide Ministries Hearts for Mission Would you like to invest more of your life in God’s Kingdom around the world by praying for Missionaries and Christians living in countries throughout the globe? Some are meeting in Hearts for Missions groups that pray for certain missionaries. Others are praying for missionaries through their Bible study or small group. Part of the joy and blessing of connecting could be letter writing, sending Christmas gifts, making contributions to meet specific needs, regular reports from the mission field, etc., as the Lord leads. For more information contact Kathleen Connelly at 760-798-9391.

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WM Heart Ministries Women’s Bible Study: Support Growing Faith through Suffering This group is for women struggling with serious illnesses who want to share together in the Word, in prayer, and support. If you are interested, please contact Mary Battles ([email protected]) or Diana Teas ([email protected]) for more information. Surrendering the Secret The Surrendering the Secret (STS) Bible study is an eight-session series written to help Christian women identify the burdens of shame and guilt related to abortion. This program provides anonymity and complete confidentiality throughout the process. The co-leaders of the STS Bible study at New Life are Christian women who have experienced abortion first-hand, and now, through Christ, live without guilt and shame. “Our desire involves helping our sisters live without shame and guilt related to abortion.” Each participant purchases a book used during the sessions.

To preview Sessions 1-4, google knocktv.com. For more information, contact Catherine Paul at 760-271-7900, or [email protected] (confidential email site).

New Life Church-Wide Ministries Hearts for Mission Would you like to invest more of your life in God’s Kingdom around the world by praying for Missionaries and Christians living in countries throughout the globe? Some are meeting in Hearts for Missions groups that pray for certain missionaries. Others are praying for missionaries through their Bible study or small group. Part of the joy and blessing of connecting could be letter writing, sending Christmas gifts, making contributions to meet specific needs, regular reports from the mission field, etc., as the Lord leads. For more information contact Kathleen Connelly at 760-798-9391.

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WM Heart Ministries Women’s Bible Study: Support Growing Faith through Suffering This group is for women struggling with serious illnesses who want to share together in the Word, in prayer, and support. If you are interested, please contact Mary Battles ([email protected]) or Diana Teas ([email protected]) for more information. Surrendering the Secret The Surrendering the Secret (STS) Bible study is an eight-session series written to help Christian women identify the burdens of shame and guilt related to abortion. This program provides anonymity and complete confidentiality throughout the process. The co-leaders of the STS Bible study at New Life are Christian women who have experienced abortion first-hand, and now, through Christ, live without guilt and shame. “Our desire involves helping our sisters live without shame and guilt related to abortion.” Each participant purchases a book used during the sessions. [8]

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To preview Sessions 1-4, google knocktv.com. For more information, contact Catherine Paul at 760-271-7900, or [email protected] (confidential email site).

New Life Church-Wide Ministries Hearts for Mission Would you like to invest more of your life in God’s Kingdom around the world by praying for Missionaries and Christians living in countries throughout the globe? Some are meeting in Hearts for Missions groups that pray for certain missionaries. Others are praying for missionaries through their Bible study or small group. Part of the joy and blessing of connecting could be letter writing, sending Christmas gifts, making contributions to meet specific needs, regular reports from the mission field, etc., as the Lord leads. For more information contact Kathleen Connelly at 760-798-9391.

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Church Events Ministry

Christmas Outreach

The Church Events ministry is comprised primarily of providing Cookie Receptions after Christmas or Spring Concerts, and special refreshments following the Easter service. However, as the church grows there are many events throughout the year where we are being called upon to serve meals, coffee breaks, etc. , and can always use a team to call upon to help make these events special. If you would enjoy helping in the kitchen with food prep or other hospitality services, please contact Christina Bagdazian at [email protected] or 858-485-7181.

We are looking for a new Christmas Outreach Coordinator who would love to serve the children in our community through two special ministries:

Kitchen Ministry NLPC Kitchen Coordinator: Mea Marasciullo 619-8893850, [email protected] Co-Coordinators: Patti White and Denise Rossi The kitchen ministry supports the use of the kitchens at New Life by staff, NLPC ministries and outside events or vendors. New Life has a Youth and Family Kitchen that is located in our Youth and Family Building and the Main Kitchen that is located off the sanctuary in [10]

1. Misión Vida Nueva is our sister church to the Escondido Hispanic community. Each Christmas we gather new, wrapped toys to distribute to those families being ministered to by Misión Vida Nueva. For selected Sundays in December, a large box will be in the foyer to collect donations. The Coordinator would contact the pastor who then comes to pick up all the wrapped toys before Christmas. 2. Alternative Pregnancy Center is a pro-life organization in Escondido that appreciates our gifts each December of diapers and clothes for new born infants. A second box will be in the foyer to collect new baby gifts. The Coordinator would deliver these gifts directly to the center. If you are interested in this work, you can contact Diana Teas ([email protected]) for more information. [7]

Church Events Ministry

Christmas Outreach

The Church Events ministry is comprised primarily of providing Cookie Receptions after Christmas or Spring Concerts, and special refreshments following the Easter service. However, as the church grows there are many events throughout the year where we are being called upon to serve meals, coffee breaks, etc. , and can always use a team to call upon to help make these events special. If you would enjoy helping in the kitchen with food prep or other hospitality services, please contact Christina Bagdazian at [email protected] or 858-485-7181.

We are looking for a new Christmas Outreach Coordinator who would love to serve the children in our community through two special ministries:

Kitchen Ministry NLPC Kitchen Coordinator: Mea Marasciullo 619-8893850, [email protected] Co-Coordinators: Patti White and Denise Rossi The kitchen ministry supports the use of the kitchens at New Life by staff, NLPC ministries and outside events or vendors. New Life has a Youth and Family Kitchen that is located in our Youth and Family Building and the Main Kitchen that is located off the sanctuary in [10]

1. Misión Vida Nueva is our sister church to the Escondido Hispanic community. Each Christmas we gather new, wrapped toys to distribute to those families being ministered to by Misión Vida Nueva. For selected Sundays in December, a large box will be in the foyer to collect donations. The Coordinator would contact the pastor who then comes to pick up all the wrapped toys before Christmas. 2. Alternative Pregnancy Center is a pro-life organization in Escondido that appreciates our gifts each December of diapers and clothes for new born infants. A second box will be in the foyer to collect new baby gifts. The Coordinator would deliver these gifts directly to the center. If you are interested in this work, you can contact Diana Teas ([email protected]) for more information. [7]

Meals Ministry The New Life Meals Ministry is a long-standing ministry which serves members of our church family by providing meals as the need arises. Those needing meals are typically families with new babies and those recovering from medical treatment. Those who wish to provide meals can submit contact information via the church website at www.newlife-pca.com/emaillist.php. Volunteers are contacted regarding a need for meals by the Meals Ministry coordinator. The Meals Ministry coordinator maintains a list of all church members who have volunteered to provide meals, contacts them when a need arises, and coordinates a schedule for the delivery of meals. The Meals Ministry is currently seeking a new coordinator. Please contact Laura Love at [email protected], (858) 521-0853 with any questions about serving in this ministry.

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Meals Ministry The New Life Meals Ministry is a long-standing ministry which serves members of our church family by providing meals as the need arises. Those needing meals are typically families with new babies and those recovering from medical treatment. Those who wish to provide meals can submit contact information via the church website at www.newlife-pca.com/emaillist.php. Volunteers are contacted regarding a need for meals by the Meals Ministry coordinator. The Meals Ministry coordinator maintains a list of all church members who have volunteered to provide meals, contacts them when a need arises, and coordinates a schedule for the delivery of meals. The Meals Ministry is currently seeking a new coordinator. Please contact Laura Love at [email protected], (858) 521-0853 with any questions about serving in this ministry.

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the main building. Both of our kitchens are used very frequently and require scheduling, stocking, cleaning and organizing. The Kitchen Ministry is made up of volunteer’s that operate in a variety of areas and times to keep both kitchens at NLPC safe, clean, running smoothly and well stocked. It is our goal to maintain high standards so that every individual, ministry or visiting groups can enjoy the wonderful kitchens we have been blessed with at New Life. This is primarily a behind the scenes ministry and has great flexibility for those who want to volunteer, but have limited schedules. Join us today! Here’s how you can help: 1. Monthly Cleaning Team Stock Check and Supply – Weekly Kitchen Check-Out Items (keeping track of items that are checked out of the kitchens) 2. Wednesday Night Stock and Cleaning Crew – Twice monthly (this can be done during Wednesday night church) 3. First Sunday Brunch rotating clean-up team (Usually 3-4 times a year) [11]

the main building. Both of our kitchens are used very frequently and require scheduling, stocking, cleaning and organizing. The Kitchen Ministry is made up of volunteer’s that operate in a variety of areas and times to keep both kitchens at NLPC safe, clean, running smoothly and well stocked. It is our goal to maintain high standards so that every individual, ministry or visiting groups can enjoy the wonderful kitchens we have been blessed with at New Life. This is primarily a behind the scenes ministry and has great flexibility for those who want to volunteer, but have limited schedules. Join us today! Here’s how you can help: 1. Monthly Cleaning Team Stock Check and Supply – Weekly Kitchen Check-Out Items (keeping track of items that are checked out of the kitchens) 2. Wednesday Night Stock and Cleaning Crew – Twice monthly (this can be done during Wednesday night church) 3. First Sunday Brunch rotating clean-up team (Usually 3-4 times a year) [11]

Sunday Brunch Ministry

WM Mercy Ministries

1st Sunday of each month between services

Memorial Services

Do you love to cook? Would you like to help in the preparation or serving of fun, tasty, easy, and affordable menus for large crowds? Leslie and John Savidge are looking for help in two areas:

Come join a group of 10-20 women who minister to families in need of encouragement and care. We are looking for women willing to be on a call list to help prepare and administer a church memorial service. Volunteers are needed in the following areas:

1. Volunteers to prepare food on Saturday – dessert teams and salad teams (recipes would be provided) 2. Servers-on-the-ready: Be willing to check with the kitchen before brunch and ask if any servers on needed that day. Contact Leslie at 619-339-7118, [email protected] for more information. The Wedding Ministry The Wedding Ministry at New Life is in need of ladies to assist during wedding ceremonies and Receptions held at New Life. Please contact Rachel Johnson, the church Wedding Coordinator, if you would like more information

1. To recruit people to provide food. 2. To work directly with the family to identify their wishes and needs for the service. 3. To inventory supplies and replace what was used (New Life covers coffee, and lemonade replacement) 4. To serve in 2-hour shifts with set up, clean up, or kitchen service This is a wonderful opportunity to be a blessing to your sisters and brothers in Christ. Contact Kelly Gutierrez, 760-741-5949, [email protected].

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Sunday Brunch Ministry

WM Mercy Ministries

1st Sunday of each month between services

Memorial Services

Do you love to cook? Would you like to help in the preparation or serving of fun, tasty, easy, and affordable menus for large crowds? Leslie and John Savidge are looking for help in two areas:

Come join a group of 10-20 women who minister to families in need of encouragement and care. We are looking for women willing to be on a call list to help prepare and administer a church memorial service. Volunteers are needed in the following areas:

1. Volunteers to prepare food on Saturday – dessert teams and salad teams (recipes would be provided) 2. Servers-on-the-ready: Be willing to check with the kitchen before brunch and ask if any servers on needed that day. Contact Leslie at 619-339-7118, [email protected] for more information. The Wedding Ministry The Wedding Ministry at New Life is in need of ladies to assist during wedding ceremonies and Receptions held at New Life. Please contact Rachel Johnson, the church Wedding Coordinator, if you would like more information [12]

1. To recruit people to provide food. 2. To work directly with the family to identify their wishes and needs for the service. 3. To inventory supplies and replace what was used (New Life covers coffee, and lemonade replacement) 4. To serve in 2-hour shifts with set up, clean up, or kitchen service This is a wonderful opportunity to be a blessing to your sisters and brothers in Christ. Contact Kelly Gutierrez, 760-741-5949, [email protected]. [5]

WM Fellowship Events Summer Soirées Held three times throughout the summer, these are lovely times of informal fellowship, music, and more. They are hosted by different New Life women and each one is themed differently, with a short devotion given each time. The purpose is to promote relationships among the women at church and to maintain connections through the summer break. Christmas Ornament Exchange 1st or 2nd Monday in December. Dinner begins at 5:45 pm.

about becoming part of this fun and important ministry to the couples of New Life. 760-532-1747, [email protected]. Shower Ministry New Life hosts four showers a year, two Baby (first time moms only) and two Bridal. One of each is held in the Fall and again in the Spring. This is a lovely way to show support and love for our honorees and a chance for all the women to get to know each other better. A devotional is given along with fellowship time before and after. There are no individual gifts, however you may contribute to the group gift by donating to the “church showers fund.” We are presently looking for a new coordinator.

Come join us for a fun fellowship night that includes dinner. Each woman brings along a dessert to share, and a $5-$10 ornament to exchange. This is a favorite annual event, and signups fill up fast. Don’t miss it! If you would like to help with any of the preparations, contact Karen Lenhert at [email protected] or 760443-9955. [4]

WM Fellowship Events Summer Soirées Held three times throughout the summer, these are lovely times of informal fellowship, music, and more. They are hosted by different New Life women and each one is themed differently, with a short devotion given each time. The purpose is to promote relationships among the women at church and to maintain connections through the summer break. Christmas Ornament Exchange 1st or 2nd Monday in December. Dinner begins at 5:45 pm.

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about becoming part of this fun and important ministry to the couples of New Life. 760-532-1747, [email protected]. Shower Ministry New Life hosts four showers a year, two Baby (first time moms only) and two Bridal. One of each is held in the Fall and again in the Spring. This is a lovely way to show support and love for our honorees and a chance for all the women to get to know each other better. A devotional is given along with fellowship time before and after. There are no individual gifts, however you may contribute to the group gift by donating to the “church showers fund.” We are presently looking for a new coordinator.

Come join us for a fun fellowship night that includes dinner. Each woman brings along a dessert to share, and a $5-$10 ornament to exchange. This is a favorite annual event, and signups fill up fast. Don’t miss it! If you would like to help with any of the preparations, contact Karen Lenhert at [email protected] or 760443-9955. [4]

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Children’s Ministries

Women’s Christian Reading Challenge

The programs for children at New Life include nursery for the very young, those through 36 months. There are nurseries for Sunday mornings as well as for the Wednesday and Thursday morning Bible studies and the Wednesday night program. We also have Children’s Church during the worship services. Our Sunday School program is for those 3 years old through fifth grade (sixth grade and up are in our Youth and Family Program). On Wednesday mornings, there is a preschool class as well as a homeschool class for older children during the Core Bible study. On Wednesday nights we have a preschool/Kindergarten class for the younger children in addition to Girls of Faith (for girls first through fifth grades) and Gibborim (for boys first through fifth grade). And last, but not least, we have Vacation Bible School for children 4 years old through sixth grade which is July 31 through August 5, 2016).

Second Tuesday of each month, 7:00-9:00 pm in the church library.

Our current need is Wednesday nights in the nursery as well as Sunday mornings in the nursery. We like to have enough people to rotate people through so that they don’t need to be in the nursery too often. We also [14]

Explore the best in Christian literature – Doctrine, Christian Living, Church History, Biography, Bible Interpretation, Devotional Literature, Apologetics, and Fiction. Take the challenge to read, reflect, and report on one book in a different genre each month with the support of sister readers. Led by Jane Johnson. Sorry, no childcare provided. Contact: Jane Johnson, 760480-9591, [email protected].

WM Retreats/Conferences October 17, 2015, 8:00 am-3:00 pm (Pastries and coffee served from 8-9am) Cost of $15 before 10/4 ($20 after) includes Lunch. Join us on October 17 for our annual fall women’s conference! This year’s topic is: “Who AM I? The Identity of a Christ Follower in 2015.” Our speakers will be our own Sarah Dudley, Lisa Aguilar, and Kathy Daane. Find out more and sign up online at www. newlife-pca.com/womensconference.php. [3]

Children’s Ministries

Women’s Christian Reading Challenge

The programs for children at New Life include nursery for the very young, those through 36 months. There are nurseries for Sunday mornings as well as for the Wednesday and Thursday morning Bible studies and the Wednesday night program. We also have Children’s Church during the worship services. Our Sunday School program is for those 3 years old through fifth grade (sixth grade and up are in our Youth and Family Program). On Wednesday mornings, there is a preschool class as well as a homeschool class for older children during the Core Bible study. On Wednesday nights we have a preschool/Kindergarten class for the younger children in addition to Girls of Faith (for girls first through fifth grades) and Gibborim (for boys first through fifth grade). And last, but not least, we have Vacation Bible School for children 4 years old through sixth grade which is July 31 through August 5, 2016).

Second Tuesday of each month, 7:00-9:00 pm in the church library.

Our current need is Wednesday nights in the nursery as well as Sunday mornings in the nursery. We like to have enough people to rotate people through so that they don’t need to be in the nursery too often. We also [14]

Explore the best in Christian literature – Doctrine, Christian Living, Church History, Biography, Bible Interpretation, Devotional Literature, Apologetics, and Fiction. Take the challenge to read, reflect, and report on one book in a different genre each month with the support of sister readers. Led by Jane Johnson. Sorry, no childcare provided. Contact: Jane Johnson, 760480-9591, [email protected].

WM Retreats/Conferences October 17, 2015, 8:00 am-3:00 pm (Pastries and coffee served from 8-9am) Cost of $15 before 10/4 ($20 after) includes Lunch. Join us on October 17 for our annual fall women’s conference! This year’s topic is: “Who AM I? The Identity of a Christ Follower in 2015.” Our speakers will be our own Sarah Dudley, Lisa Aguilar, and Kathy Daane. Find out more and sign up online at www. newlife-pca.com/womensconference.php. [3]

Women of Titus 2 (WT2) Two Thursdays each month September 10 through May 12, 7-8:30 pm (Two locations: North Escondido or Rancho Bernardo) Two Fridays each month September 11 through May, 9:30-11am at New Life Women of Titus 2 seeks to establish trusting and supportive relationships between women of all ages and at difference places in their walk with Christ. Led by various WT2 mentors. Childcare for infants and toddlers will be provided for Friday mornings, but not for Thursday evenings. Contact: Maribeth Seo, 760-716-7117, maribethseo@ yahoo.com.

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Women of Titus 2 (WT2) Two Thursdays each month September 10 through May 12, 7-8:30 pm (Two locations: North Escondido or Rancho Bernardo) Two Fridays each month September 11 through May, 9:30-11am at New Life Women of Titus 2 seeks to establish trusting and supportive relationships between women of all ages and at difference places in their walk with Christ. Led by various WT2 mentors. Childcare for infants and toddlers will be provided for Friday mornings, but not for Thursday evenings. Contact: Maribeth Seo, 760-716-7117, maribethseo@ yahoo.com.

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need people who can do the crafts behind the scenes for some of the programs. We want our teachers and caregivers to love children and to want to serve! In addition, to work directly with children, one needs to go through the Childcare Training Class, which is held every first Sunday during the brunch. People working with children and youth need to be members for six months, or regular attenders for one year. After going through the class, you fill out an application and will be interviewed by Herb Smith. You will need to go through screening as well. We would love to have you bless our programs even as you are being blessed by the children! Contact Elane Cross at [email protected] if you would like to help.

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need people who can do the crafts behind the scenes for some of the programs. We want our teachers and caregivers to love children and to want to serve! In addition, to work directly with children, one needs to go through the Childcare Training Class, which is held every first Sunday during the brunch. People working with children and youth need to be members for six months, or regular attenders for one year. After going through the class, you fill out an application and will be interviewed by Herb Smith. You will need to go through screening as well. We would love to have you bless our programs even as you are being blessed by the children! Contact Elane Cross at [email protected] if you would like to help.

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