OPPORTUNITIES TO GIVE
The shepherd's fund allows us to help families and individuals in our church family who are in need. Many of you have asked how you can contribute to the shepherd's fund. Make your checks out to North Bible Church and simply write "shepherd's fund" in the memo line of your check. For cash contributions you may use the envelopes designated for the shepherd's fund in the back of the chairs in the Worship Center.
HEBREWS 10:24 LUNCH BUNCH FOR WOMEN
3rd Thursday of the month - 11:30 - 12:30
Whether you work full time outside the home, or work full time AT home...whether you're single or married...whether you have kids or pets - or both or neither...you're welcome! Come and meet other women and have lunch "And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds" ~ Hebrews 10:24
February 16th - Desert Ridge - Paradise Bakery
March 15th - Tatum/Shea - Paradise Bakery
April 19th - Raintree/101 - Wildflower Bread Company
ELDER NOMINATIONS
Our elder nominating committee is already hard at work on this process. If you would like to submit a name to the nominating committee, there are forms at the Information Booth or you may do so by email to info@nbcaz.org. In accordance with our By-Laws only members can submit names of other members for consideration.
BABY DAY CELEBRATION
Sunday, February 12th, 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m., North Bible Church
Our church family has been blessed with an explosion of new babies over the past year. We want to celebrate these special little blessings by introducing them as a group to our North family and by praying a special blessing over the babies and their parents. If you have had a baby anytime in the past year (January 2011 to present), please sign up for this very special day with Melissa Carey at mcarey@nbcazorg. s
ART SHOW
NORTH ART SHOW SUBMISSIONS
Information and registration packets can be picked up at the Information Booth. Submissions for the art show are due between February 19th - 29th. The Open House will be Friday evening, March 9th, 6:30 to 9:00 p.m., with art exhibited through March 18th.
SMALL GROUP LEADER/STORYTELLER NEEDED
Sundays, 11:00 a.m., kindergarten class
If interested, please contact Kirsten Snarey at 480.270.5604 or ksnarey@nbcaz.org
LOVE AND RESPECT MARRIAGE CONFERENCE
February 10th and 11th, Christ Church of the Valley
Dr. Emerson and Sarah Eggerich will be hosting the Love & Respect Marriage Conference at both CCV Campuses. This conference is a dynamic, high energy, practical seminar designed to help couples everywhere achieve the relationship they've always dreamed of. Based on the groundbreaking principle taught in Dr. Eggerichs' best seller Love and Respect, Emerson and Sarah bring the message to life, teaching couples how to achieve a brand-new level of intimacy as they learn to:
Stop the Crazy Cycle
Initiate the Energizing Cycle
Enjoy the Rewarded Cycle
WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY - NEW ON TUESDAY MORNINGS
Beginning February 7th, 9:30 - 11:00 a.m.
Daniel: Lives of Integrity, Words of Prophecy
by Beth Moore
Join Beth Moore in a faith-building study of prophecy, and learn how to shine for Christ in our modern culture. This study shows how individuals can live with integrity in today's self-absorbed society.
What's it Like to be Married to Me?
And Other Dangerous Questions, by Linda Dillow
What will your husband say about you at your funeral? Linda Dillow challenges you to ask yourself risky questions. Gary Thomas, author of Sacred Marriage says, "What's It Like to Be Married to Me? is a phenomenal book; in fact, it may well be the best book on marriage I have ever read."
MENDING THE SOUL SUPPORT GROUP
Mending the Soul groups are safe and confidential support groups for women to help heal from abuse/wounds of the past. Groups meet in private homes once a week for 12-14 weeks and work through a biblically-based curriculum. Groups are forming now and will be starting in September. Groups are made up of four to six women and fill up quickly. For more information visit the HomePointe Center or contact Lisa Pewe at l.pewe@cox.net or call the confidential voice mail at 480.824.7233. You may also get information on men's groups by calling the confidential voice mail above.
VALENTINE'S DATE NIGHT-FEBRUARY 10TH
Friday February 10th from 7:00 - 9:00pm
Experience a night of romance, great food and a small piece of history. Add some close friends and you have a night to remember. Join us at the historic Squaw Peak Inn for a great Valentine's experience! With our hosts Bill and Ann Epley preparing their homemade entrees and to die for desserts, this will be a special night out for you and the one you love. Sign up in the church lobby or click on the link below to sign up on line. Cost: $60.00 per couple, limited seating.
1825: COLLEGE/YOUNG ADULTS
Sundays, 6:25 p.m., (18:25 military time)
What: A group of 18-25 year olds that meets weekly to play games, study God's word and hang out!
Where: The Buchanan residence
Questions: Contact Wes at 480.223.7709 or wbuchanan@nbcaz.org
MEALS@HOME CAMPAIGN
We would like to challenge you to make a pledge for the next 120 days to revitalize your family table routine. One of the simplest ways to instill strong faith and values at home is to share meals together in an intentional manner. Studies confirm that kids and teens that eat frequent meals with the family do better in school and avoid risky, and even destructive behavior. We realize that it can be difficult to gather the whole family so to help this happen we have some incentives for you. Each month the family who eats the most Meals@Home will receive a gift certificate for their family to eat at a local restaurant. Regardless of your season of life, there will be an opportunity for you to win. We even have some special incentives for Small Groups. Pick up your Meals@Home packet at the HomePoint Center for all the details or download them from our website at:northbiblechurch.com/practicaltools.asp.
PARENT/CHILD DEDICATION
Parent/Child dedications are on the second Sunday of each month. If you are interested in having your child dedicated click on "Register here" or contact Sharon at 480.991.3036.
Register here
BAPTISMS
Baptisms at North are on the third Sunday of each month. If you would like to be baptized, click on "Baptism" below or contact Sharon at 480.991.3036.
Baptism
SAVE THE DATE
Tuesday, February 7th: Women's Bible Study begins
Friday, February 10th: Couples' Date Night
Friday, March 9th: North Bible Art Show
Saturday, April 14th: Men's Breakfast
May 18th-20th: Men's High Desert Adventure
June 4th- 8th: VBS
June 13th-16th: Show Low Mission Trip
HOPEFUL TREASURE COLLECTION DAY
Sunday, February 12th, 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon, North Bible Church parking lot
Time again to clear out all those gently used clothing and household items you haven't used in the past year. Donated items go to stock the Hopeful Treasure Resale Boutique with proceeds benefiting the Living Hope Women's Centers of the White Mountains. For pick up of larger items call Reby Rutherford at 480.538.0626.
HELP NEEDED
Did you know that people just like you volunteer to clean North each week? We have had some that have served in this way for several years and in need of a break - and some that due to schedule conflicts have had to step away - which means we have lots of openings to fill and are looking for people to serve in this way at least once a month for approximately 2 hours at a time. Consider getting your family, friends, or small group involved with you as it's always more fun to do it with someone else. To sign up contact Sharon at ssmith@nbcaz.org or sign up at the Information Booth.
BABY BOTTLE DRIVE
Each January we partner with Living Hope Women's Centers for the Sanctity of Life Baby Bottle Drive. Pick up a bottle from the Lobby on Sunday and fill it with donations of coins, cash or checks. Return the full bottle back to the church by Sunday, February 12th. Living Hope Women's Centers is a Christian ministry located in the White Mountains of Arizona that is dedicated to the sanctity of human life, the belief in abstinence until marriage and the teaching of sound Christian precepts of lifestyle and parenting. This ministry offers life to the unborn through their ultrasound program as well as pre-natal and parenting programs. They also have a long-term, life-changing maternity home called the Hope House Maternity Home for moms who have nowhere to live.
WEDNESDAY NIGHTS AT NORTH
5:30 p.m.: Brown Bag Dinner
6:00 p.m.: Jammer Rehearsal
6:30 p.m.: Bible Study for all ages
Adults and Students
Sacred Marriage
Encounters with Jesus
Students
The BASIC Series by Francis Chan
Fear God, Follow Jesus, Holy Spirit
KidzZone
Grapple (5th/6th grades)
Bible Max (3rd/4th grades)
Creation (4yrs-2nd grade)
Little Ones (0-3 years)
7:30 p.m.: Praise Team Rehearsal
WEEKLY AT NORTH
Tuesday Mornings: Women’s Bible Study, 9:30 AM
Wednesday Nights at North: Brown Bag Dinner, 5:30 PM
Jammer Rehearsal 6:00 PM
Bible Study for All Ages, 6:30 PM
Praise Team Rehearsal, 7:30 PM
TRUTH THAT TRANSFORMS: EVENING W/ FRANKLIN GRAHAM
Thursday, February 9th, 7 p.m.,The Westin Kierland Resort, Scottsdale
Join Arizona Christian University and Rev. Franklin Graham for dinner and an uplifting message. For more information, visit www.arizonachristian.edu/franklin or call 602-386-4103.
MEMBER VOTE RESULTS
Last Sunday the members of North Bible voted in favor of everyone on the elder nominating committee.
