MOTHER'S GROUP BOOK CLUB

A NOTE FROM KATINA

I hope all of you who picked up a copy of Searching for God Knows What are having a chance to enjoy it. I just wanted to invite everyone to a weekend retreat discussing the book and engaging in some fellowship and fun with one another the weekend of February 8-10. We have been offered a 2 bedroom condo in Ocean City for our rendezvous. If we squeeze, we can fit 8-10 women. If enough people are interested, I can look into the possibility of acquiring another place to stay as well. If you would like to just come down on Sabbath and spend the day, that would be great as well. Think it over, talk it over, and let me know if you have any questions!

Love and Blessings!

Katina
katinac5@MSN.COM

MOZAMBIQUE MISSION TRIP DEADLINES

The SOS mission trip to Mozambique is having a special meeting for any participants interested in going on the mission trip on Saturday, January 19. Listed below are some deadlines for the trip.


1. Moz. Update Meeting/Fundraising kickoff 1/19/08

2. Registration Cut off date $1000 deposit 3/1/08

3. $1000 deposit Due Date 3/15/08

4. Airline Ticketing deadline
3/27/08

5. Deadline for second $1000.00 deposit 6/1/08

6. Deadline for group fundraising goal $1000/person 6/1/08

7. Passport Deadline 3-6 week process 6/1/08

8. VBS Material Planning deadline 6/1/08

9. Medical team scope of effort deadline 5/1/08

10. Water Well Drilling Scope of effort deadline 5/1/08

11. Begin Visa Process for South Africa and Moz. 6/1/08

12. Dedication Service at New Hope Church 7/12/08

13. Departure Washington Dulles 7/13/08

14. Return to Washington Dulles 7/29/08

There will be at least 3 or 4 more all team update meetings. The dates will be announced at least 1 month in advance of meeting. Tentative dates are as follows: 2/9/08, 3/22/08, 4/12/08, 5/31/08.

For more details, contact Dave Wooster, SOS director at newhopesos@comcast.net.

GET TO KNOW ME - DIANE TAYLOR

Dianne Taylor is the leader of our Toddler Sabbath school class for children ages 18-36 months old. She has been attending New Hope Church with her husband, Ben and 2 year old son, Mason for 2 years. During the week, she works as a practice manager of a doctor’s office. She is also working on her Masters in Health Care Administration from UM. When she has extra time, she like to go to the gym and read. She loves to eat anything Italian. Her favorite thing about Sabbath school is seeing the children smile and have fun.

Pastor Newman will be starting a new teaching series called, "A Complete Idiots Guide to the Bible" on January 12. He will be covering a wide range of topics about the unique message the Bible has for today.

You won't want to miss this riveting series of talks every Saturday at 10:30am and 12:15pm. Bring a friend!

Click here to view his sermon topics.

GROWTH GROUPS SEMINAR

"Growth Groups" is a four part seminar designed for those who are interested in leading, co-leading, or hosting a small group. Upon completion participants will be equipped to launch their own small group. No prior small group experience is needed.

What to expect? This very practical seminar covers:
• How to invite people to join your group;
• Using Bible based curriculum;
• How to stay outwardly focused;
• What to do if divisive doctrinal issues come up;
• How to get 'buy in' for basic ground rules.
• Each participant will receive an executive summary workbook with notes for future reference including outlines for their first eleven group meetings.

Click here to register