Newsletter
November 19, 2008
A Time for Giving Thanks
Enter His gates with thanksgiving
And His courts with praise;
Give thanks to Him and praise His name.
For the Lord is good and His love endures forever;
His faithfulness continues through all generations.
- Psalm 100:3
Some Christian attributes, such as holiness, love, and faithfulness, are godly traits because they reflect the character of God. Other virtues are godly traits because they acknowledge and exalt the character of God. This is true of attributes like contentment and thankfulness.
Thankfulness to God is the humble recognition that God in His goodness, love, and faithfulness provides and cares for us; all that we are and have comes from God. Too often we are anxious to receive God’s bounty but too careless to give thanks.
The story of Daniel is familiar to many of us. After it was made clear in the ancient city of Babylon that everyone must pray to Nebuchadnezzar or be subject to death, Daniel went into his room and, as was his daily habit, prayed to the King of kings; giving thanks to God. This ultimately landed him in a den of hungry lions. When things were as bad as they could be—death for believing differently than the country’s leader—Daniel teaches us a great lesson: our situation is never so desperate that it is not fitting to give thanks to God.
--Gary
Turkey Bowl
On Thursday morning November 27 from 9:00-11:00 a.m. all students will be getting together for our 2nd annual Turkey Bowl. The football games will take place on the fields behind Green Hope Elementary School. Bring your family and friends! For questions contact Keane at .
Operation Christmas Child
Our extended last Operation Christmas Child collection date will be this Sunday, November 23rd!!! That means you have half a week to find an empty shoebox, choose whether you want to send gifts to a boy and girl, determine the approximate age that your gifts would best suit, fill the box, put a rubber band around it and bring it to church. Remember that for each box, a $7 donation is requested to help cover the cost of shipping. That donation may be made by writing a check to Samaritan’s Purse or online as well. Click on the link below for a detailed description of this process. Where it says drop off at a local collection center, please just bring it to Northwest on the 23rd. Thanks for making Christmas possible for resourceless children around the world!
http://www.samaritanspurse.org/occ
Parent's Night Out
Parents, do you need a night out? NWCC first Parent's Night Out will take place this Friday, November 21st from 6:00 to 9:00 at the Johnston's Home, 7009 Branton Drive, Cary. The youth will babysit for a donation. Your contributions will be used for youth scholarship and assist with cost of winter camp for the youth. Reserve your spot now by calling Marsha Johnston at 303-3432.
Setup and Worship Ministries
Volunteers needed for Setup and Worship Teams. If you haven't yet found a place to serve at NWCC, please consider joining us on the Setup Teams and Worship Teams. Positions on both teams require Sunday morning participation, with Worship also rehearsing Wednesday evenings. All positions can be filled on a "rotational" basis that meets your schedule. Specific needs are: Lighting and Backdrop Setup (2 people); Sound Setup (2 people); Acoustic and/or Electric Guitar; Violin, Cello, Flute, Oboe for occasional involvement. Please contact Bill King at .
Student Bible Study
All High School and Middle School Students are invited to the weekly Bible Study on Sunday nights from 6-7:30 at 1711 Lewter Shop Road, Apex 27523. For details, please contact Keane Kulak at .
Event Cards
Attention all youth and parents, be sure to get your copy of the "Student Event Card." Features up and coming events/activities to keep you informed and up to date!
Holiday Meal Help
If you know of anyone in the Cary/Morrisville area who may be in need of extra help over the holidays, they can sign up for either a Thanksgiving dinner box between October 27 and November 14, or a Christmas dinner box between October 30 and December 4. Sign up times are between 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. There is also a sign up for Christmas toys for children 12 and under. All applicants must provide proof of residence in the service area. Sign up is at Christian Community in Action, 1231 NE Maynard Road, Cary, NC 27513, and they can be reached at 919-469-9861 with any questions
Shop -N- Share Sunday
The first Sunday of every month, NWCC will be having a food drive for the Christian Community in Action Food Pantry. On December 7th, leave bags of non-perishable items behind your car before the Sunday morning service.
High School Girls Bible Study
Come join us for Fun, Friendship, and Fellowship. At the Johnston's (7009 Branton Drive in Cary) from 3 - 4:30 p.m. every other Tuesday. We will be working through the study “And the Bride wore White” by Dannah Gresh. Friends are Welcome!! Contact Marsha Johnston at 303-3432 or to RSVP and request transportation from your School.
Discover Northwest
Join us for Discover Northwest on the 2nd Sunday of each month. This event, hosted by Gary and Martha Vet, will acquaint you with our ministry here at NWCC...no strings attached! Come and find out of Northwest is the place for you.
Next Session: December 14, 2008 6-8pm
For more information, contact Gary Vet at
A-Team Recruitment
Are you looking for a way to serve at Northwest Community? The A-Team (Follow-up with Visitors Team) needs helpers to stand at our table on Sundays before and after the service. Our mission is to greet visitors, place literature about the church in their hands, provide them with a take-away gift, and answer any additional questions they might have. We are looking for a few people who could help us take turns at the table once a month. If you are interested, please contact Beth Newman at .
Pictures Needed
We are looking for pictures and/or video from various NWCC events to play in an upcoming video. Pictures from Life Groups, camps, Sunday morning services, and other NWCC activities are wanted. Please email them to Ryan Vet at or submit them on a CD.
Discover Northwest Childcare
We are in need of several volunteers willing to care for children during our Discover Northwest meetings held the second Sunday of each month from 6-8pm at the Vets if there is need. If interested, please email Ariel Baehr at .
Sunday 8:30 AM Life Group
This Life Group is studying the Gospel as recorded by John. Meet us in room 1632 at 8:30am Sunday mornings down the hall where the children have class in Panther Creek High School.
Life Groups Sign-ups
It's never too late to jump into a Life Group! Visit the information table for a catalog listing all the groups for this fall and sign up. For more information, contact individual leaders of Life Groups. Sign-up! Watch for more information for the Spring semester of Life Group.
Parents of Teens Life Group
Two life groups have begun for parents of teenagers.
The Sunday group will begin meeting every other week starting on September 21st. They will meet from 6-7:30pm at the Eisner's, 903 Grogans Mill Drive Cary 27519. Contact Info: Brian Eisner at .
The Tuesday group will begin meeting every other week beginning September 30th, 7-8:30pm. Meeting at the Stanley's, 416 Chandler Grant Drive, Cary NC 27519. Contact Info: Joel and Shelli Tillotson at or 408-6326.
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