Every Wednesday in March at 6:30 p.m. Come sit with nature under the blanket of stars as we sing, read, and pray. God things happen around our sacred fire. A longer Vocare with discussion will be offered.
From Pastor Candice
Dear New Life -
This Sunday we hear the story of the Man born unable to see, and find an evolution in his attentiveness.
Having to repeatedly tell how he came to have sight, we discover that the more he tells his unfinished story, the less it becomes about him, and the more it becomes about Jesus.
In our own unfinished lives, how does our attentiveness to who Jesus is and what Jesus does alter, change, or transform us, our stories, and our living?
Come to worship this Sunday as we listen to God's call for us to be attentive to Jesus.
Sunday School for all ages -- 15 minutes following worship.
Come to the adult class. See more about children's and youth classes.
Our worship this weekend: The forecast is looking cold again so we will very likely be worshipping at Ranch Park this weekend. Be on the lookout for the direction sign (or no sign!) when you come for worship. And if not on the land, see directions below under About the Weather. (Note: we will worship in nature when the 9am temperature is 55 degrees or higher.)
Calling all Musicians for Sundays during Lent
During this season of Lent (Feb. 26 to Apr. 2), the worship team would like to have musicians—and not just the musicians you hear every Sunday—provide special music during the prelude time (just before the service). The music need not be “church music.” We would all love to hear a student’s contest or recital piece as much as we’d enjoy a favorite hymn. Let us cheer for you!
Palm Sunday is coming: Is your inner voice a villain? Or a good guy?
Do you think Judas, Pilate, and Barrabas got a bad shake? Is Peter really as dumb as a rock? How did Mary feel about Jesus passing her off to John? We need you to answer these burning questions and more!
Let New Life hear your dramatic voice unleashed this Palm Sunday. We will be re-telling a dramatic reading of the Holy Week story, from the events of Palm Sunday to Good Friday.
Pastor Candice is looking for 12 readers of all ages to bring this story to its glory -- no costumes necessary. We will rehearse during Sunday school on March 12 and 26. Passion (Palm) Sunday is on April 2. Let Pastor Candice know if you are interested! But she might just ask you anyway - MWAH-HA-HA-HA! (cue thunder and dramatic music)
Now thru mid-March, we begin collecting materials to create Lenten Care Kits in support of the Lutheran World Relief Fund. A collection bin will be set up near the entrance to our worship area. Items needed are listed in the attachments. Please try to donate items needed for an entire kit or team up with a buddy family/families to split items needed. You can choose from theFabric Kit, Baby Kit, or the Personal Care Kit.
We will hold a Service Sunday April 2 to assemble and pack the kits. These kits are a simple, fun and tangible way to offer comfort to those suffering and express love to our neighbors in need.
Join the New Life Team: Hill Country Ride for AIDS event, April 22 -- Ride and/or Donate!
The official big ride is on April 22, but you also can chose to join several smaller rides leading up to that day if you want to and are registered. Also by donating/registering, you can share the cause on social media to maximize your financial impact.
If you have an item for the Thursday weekly newsletter or something to add to the website calendar, please email Renee Carlson. Due date for inclusion in the newsletter is 7:00 p.m. Wednesdays.
So about the weather: Weather permitting, we worship outdoors year-round under the oaks.
For the winter months, whenever the weather is cold or rainy, see directions below to Ranch Park, across the road from New Life. And what to expect:
Ranch Park is directly across the street from New Life. But before you get to New Life, turn right on Event Center Drive. Then when you turn into the parking lot, drive around and park on the backside of the building, across from the playground (see photo 1). Enter in the door next to the air handler (see photo 2).
There will be a large temporary sign prominently placed on our usual entrance sign to New Life to let everyone know when we are at Ranch Park due to the weather.
So no guessing. Just come to service as usual and follow the directions accordingly.
The "small room" at Ranch Park (photo 3) is heated, but please dress comfortably in layers in case of fluctuations in the room temperature. There are bathrooms, and there is an entrance ramp for folks with mobility concerns.
It takes a lot of volunteer work to move us from our outdoor Under the Oaks sanctuary to Ranch Park and back. Please consider volunteering to load the vans and SUVs of the team after worship. And if you can't do that, please pray for us!
Photo 1: Park your car across from the playground
Photo 2: Enter in this door next to the air handler
Photo 3: A view of the room where we'll gather when we need to over this winter.
New Life is an outdoor worshipping church that is active in the Dripping Springs community, serving our neighbors. We welcome you to find out more about us! www.newlifedrippingsprings.org
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