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    This newsletter from NorthRidge Church provides updates on upcoming events at the church and affiliated Christian academy and preschool in October 2011. Key events and programs mentioned include the annual Fall Festival, Operation Christmas Child volunteer opportunities, senior luncheons and activities, youth group events like an Halo tournament, AWANA for children, volunteer needs at the Christian academy, and an appreciation message from the preschool director.

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    NorthRidge Church & Christian Academy

    October 2011 Volume 3, Issue 9

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    Our News Reaching You; Reaching Out to You In This Issue

    A Message From Pastor David


    Page 2 (or click here)

    Expressions of Worship
    Page 3(or click here)

    From The Desk of Pastor Harold


    Page 5 (or click here)

    Youth Happenings
    Page 9 (or click here)

    Childrens Ministry
    Page 10 (or click here)

    NorthRidge Christian Academy News


    Page 11(or click here)

    NorthRidge Christian Preschool News


    Page 12(or click here)

    A Message From Pastor David


    I was noticing lately that October has some important events that have changed our history. Consider an abbreviated list: 1st in 1908 - Henry Ford introduced the Model T; 2nd in 1950 - First Peanuts cartoon drawn by Charles Schulz appeared; 3rd in 1863 - Thanksgiving was named an official holiday by President Abraham Lincoln; 7th in 1950 - US forces invaded North Korea; 8th in 1871 - Chicago fire occurred; and in 1897 - Dow Jones was created; 12th in 1792 - George Washington laid the foundation stone for the White House; 18th in 1898 - The United States took possession of Puerto Rico from Spain; 19th in 1781 - British surrendered ending the Revolutionary War; 26th in 1881 - Gunfight at the OK Corral occurred; 29th in 1929 - Black Tuesday, on this date the New York Stock Exchange crashed beginning the Great Depression; 31st in 1864 - Nevada became the 36th state admitted to the Union. What I realize that while we often think of October as being the month we begin to really focus on fall, or possibly it is the month we recognize as hosting Halloween it really encompasses several significant events in American history. I have a challenge for us this October. What I know is this; that while October was the birth month for the stock market (likewise it was the month of great defeat that led to the Great Depression), there is no birth as significant as the birth of an individual who gives his or her heart to the Lord. None of these events listed above even caught heavens attention but the new birth of a neighbor, a school mate, a work associate, or a family member will. Lets make this month a significant month in the lives of a few or a bunch of people in our area. Lets begin to pray that God will use us this month to reach those around us. One of the ways we have at NorthRidge Church in connecting with our community is through our Annual Fall Festival. I think this is our 8th year. Each year over 1,000 people visit this campus to have some fun, gather a few treats, and maybe simply to find a way for their children to not have to trick or treat. I am praying that this year be the greatest year yet. Specifically I am praying that this year will be the year when many will come to faith in Christ. Would you commit to pray with me? Will you commit to be here and help in a booth or maybe simply to meet and greet our visitors? Will you consider inviting a neighbor or two? Maybe this year will be the year that you will say, It is my time to lead someone to Christ. Here am I Lord, use me.

    Until He Comes Again. Pastor David

    Expressions of Worship:
    Operation Christmas Child wonders are you interested in going to
    Atlanta to help process shoeboxes? We are going to Atlanta the week of December 5-10. If you have been before, you know the great ministry opportunity that lies ahead. For those that have never been, wont you consider joining us for a time of fellowship and ministry? If you are interested in going, we would like to explore travel accommodation options for our group. Please call or email the us and tell us if you are available to serve this year in OCC Atlanta

    Operation Christmas Child Volunteers Needed! This year, NorthRidge Church will again serve
    as a Relay Center. Our site coordinators, Ted & Carolyn Beasley, are looking for volunteers to help in this years OCC efforts. Last year, with your help, we collected close to 1,000 boxes. We are hoping and praying for even more this year. If you or someone you know is interested in volunteering, please email us at: [email protected] or call us at 863.422.4488 .

    From the Desk of Pastor Harold


    This is the current group of Home-bound with addresses that are being ministered to at this time. If you know of others that would benefit from this ministry, please contact Rowena Daley or call the church office @ 863.422.4488 Ms. Irma Swain Spring Haven Retirement LLC 1225 Havendale NW Winter Haven, Florida 33881 (863)-293-0072 Ms. Lucille Tiner Savannah Court assisted living. 301 Peninsular Drive Haines City, FL 33844-5046 (863) 422-5204 Ms. Ina Foley Haines City Health Care 409 South 10th Street Haines City, FL 33844-5603 (863) 422-8656 Ms. Vera Cook Mr Charles Mayberry Brandywyne Health Care Center 1801 Lake Mariam Drive Winter Haven, FL 33884 (863) 293-1989 We also have several seniors who are not homebound, but are limited in some capacity. Brighten someones day with your smile and a word of encouragement. Ms Ruth Copeland Savannah Court 301 Peninsular Drive Haines City, FL 33844-5046 (863) 422-5204 Mr Russ Vincent @ home Ms. Dorothy Burgess @ home Bernard and Joyce Dillon Spring Haven Retirement LLC 1225 Havendale NW Apt. 154 Winter Haven, Fl. 33881 Home phone: 875-7070 Joyce Cell 419-6794

    The Sonshiners Monthly Luncheon will be held October


    6th at Noon.

    Have you been on the phone, emailed, snail mailed, or yelled across the fence and told someone about our monthly luncheon? Find someone you have not seen in a while and bring them with you for some great food and Christian fellowship.

    All men all invited and encouraged to attend the Ministry to Men Breakfast EVERY Saturday morning at 7:00 Our devotional comes from Men of Integrity. If you would like a devotional booklet, please see Rick Johnson or Pastor Harold. Themes for each week: October 1st Create a Caring Community October 8th Tithing: Answers to Key Questions October 15th Set Your Sights on Heaven October 22nd The Holy Spirit: Help is Here to Stay! October 29th Surrender Opens the Door to Freedom

    Senior Adult Game Day takes place


    every third Tuesday of each month at 1:00 P.M. This months event will be October 18th. So bring your favorite game, cards, dominoes, board games etc. Dont forget to bring your own snacks. And most importantly bring a friend. PARK IN THE NORTH PARKING LOT TO AVOID CONFLICT WITH SCHOOL DISMISSAL.

    Youth Happenings
    The United Rally, an event unifying local area youth groups will be taking place on November 5th, 2011. The cost will be five dollars. The time of the event is TBA.

    Girls Bible Studies


    will be popping up in the very near future. The book is pictured below and will cost about $15. See Derrick or Sue for details.

    Halo Reach tournament will be on October 15th.


    Cost is $5.00 and will cover food and drink. If you are interested in playing sign up by Oct 12th. If you own an X -Box 360 and a copy of Halo Reach we would really appreciate you bringing them to the event. The more people who bring equipment the larger the tournament can be. (TVs are needed as well) Come out for fellowship and competition.

    Dont forget its never too early to sign up for FUGE

    summer Camp.

    There will be a sign-up sheet at all youth gatherings. Sign up . You dont want to miss out on this!

    Childrens Ministry
    AWANA meets Wednesday Nights
    6:30-8:00 PM Cubbies are ages 3-4 Years Sparks are in K5-2nd Grade T&T Adventurers are in 3rd-4th Grades

    October 5 Parent/Grandparent Night/ Aviation Mission Exploration - Dress as your parent/ guardian and bring them with you to AWANA or Adult Bible Study. Explore the Aviation Mission Field! Creation Theme: Day 2 Sky and Clouds Genesis 1:6 -8 October 12 Apple Night Play apple games and enjoy a healthy snack! Creation Theme: Day 3 Land, Sea and Plant Life Genesis1:9-13 October 19 Glow-In The-Dark Wear white and glow!!! Creation Theme: Day 4 Sun, Moon, Planets and Stars Genesis 1:14- 19 October 26 AWANA Store (end of 1st quarter) - Time to shop! Creation Theme: Review Night Genesis 1: 1-19

    NorthRidge Christian Academy News


    We are continually collecting Box-Tops for our school. There are drop boxes in the Church foyer. Look for Box Tops throughout your grocery store on hundreds of participating products! Each Box Tops coupon is worth 10 cents and clipping and collecting them is fun. Thanks for participating.

    The academy is always looking for Classroom Volunteers. Whether its reading to a class, mentoring a group of students or helping a teacher decorate there's always a place for you to plug in. There are plenty of skills and talents that you have that can be shared with our academy. If you are interested, please contact the academy at (863) 422-3473.

    Tutoring is available for students at


    NorthRidge Christian Academy afterschool hours for an additional charge. For more information contact the Academy office at (863) 422-3473.

    NorthRidge Girls Volleyball team is currently in full swing of


    a new season. Come out and cheer on our girls as they compete and learn teamwork and fellowship as a Christian example of athletics. Call the school office for game times and locations.

    NorthRidge Christian Preschool News


    We are off to a great start this year. Thank you for all the prayers and the help you give us. We appreciated all the help in moving furniture so we could have the floors done. I also want to thank all who helped put new mulch on the playground. A great big thank you goes out to all the Sunday Preschool workers and AWANA aides for working so well with us. It can be hard to share space sometimes, but you all do a great job and we thank you. These things mean so much to us; the church shows so much support for our ministry. It is so wonderful to work in a place that the people are led by the Lord. Your prayers are felt daily and we thank you for all the support you give us. -In Christ,

    Holly Buchanan Preschool Director

    Each Month I will have a teacher of the month to share with you. I will share information about the teacher so you can get to know each of us better.

    Teacher of the Month


    Patty Brewer - One year old Teacher Patty has been married to her husband for 25 years and they have three children. Grace is the oldest, at 17 years old and attends PSC this year. Their two younger children attend NorthRidge, Nathan is 12 years old and in the 7th grade, Bethany is 10 years old and in the 5th grade. Patty has been in Early Childhood for 5 years. She believes God has called her to NorthRidge to teach in our one year old class. The thing she loves best about teaching young children is their ability to love. Her favorite time of day with the children is music and movement time. Patty has recently gone back to college and is a very busy woman with work, family and school. However, she still always finds time to put the Lord first. Patty and her family attend church here at NorthRidge. When Patty can find a minute to herself to recharge she likes to read, garden and watch movies. Her favorite bible verse is Romans 10:9-10 and her favorite song is I can Only Imagine.

    October Birthdays
    2 3 4 Clarence Johnson 5 Joyce Dillon 6 Cesar Coots 7 Tyler Heverly Lueverne Meek Gayland Heverly 9 McKenzie Kachmarik 10 Cortney Wiley Kala Johnson Nathan Brewer 11 Opal Kliewer Floyd Shaw 12 13 Al Rahn Marie Mixon Trey Mixon Elizabeth Mixon 18 Anna Hare 19 Larry Haber 20 Betty Freeze 21 14 Ragina Lyle

    1 Julianna Mixon 8 Jim Reeves Meagan Walters 15 Rosa Johnson

    16

    17

    22 Wilene Clement

    23

    24 Delores Idom

    25

    26

    27

    28 Connie Pierce Tim Farrens Carolyn Beasley Aaron Schumacher

    29 Rocky Sutton

    Jeff Buchanan Ashley Chesire Stevie Pierce Fred Waggy

    30 Amy Kerr Chad Balko

    31 Roberta White Imelda Gomez

    Sunday services
    Sunday Morning Caf 8:45am Sunday School -9:20 Worship Service -10:30am (also Kids' Church K5-3rd)

    Wednesday services

    5:45-6:45 -Prayer in Sanctuary 6:45-7:45 -Coffee and Bible study in Fellowship Hall

    Church Office
    Hours-Monday -Thursday 8:00am-4:00pm. If you need to contact the Pastor On Call you can at any time by calling the Church Office 863-422-4488 and leaving a message in the On Call mailbox (ext. 2104) The Pastor that is on call for the week will return your call ASAP.

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