New Hope Global Methodist Church
May 25, 2025
Order of Worship
Prelude: Tim Hansen
Welcome/Announcements: Pastor Wayne
CALL TO WORSHIP Norvil Brown
I believe in God, the Father Almighty, maker of heaven and earth.
And in Jesus Christ, His only Son,our Lord, who was conceived by
the Holy Spirit,
born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified,
died and was buried.
He descended into hell.
The third day He rose again from the dead.
He ascended into heaven and sits at the right hand of God the
Father Almighty.
From thence He will come to judge the living and the dead.
I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy Christian Church, the
communion of saints,
the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life
everlasting. Amen.
Opening Prayer: Norvil Brown
Hymn: Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee On Screen
Hymn: Love Lifted Me On Screen
(ushers collect Prayer cards)
Pastoral Prayer / Lord’s Prayer
Children’s Moment: Sally McKenney
Offertory/ Doxology: Tim Hansen
Special Music:
Scripture Reading: Colossians 3:22-4:1 Norvil Brown
Sermon: Work Pastor Wayne
Hymn: Living For Jesus On Screen
Benediction:
Prayer Requests
Prayers for Jim Stewart who is having minor surgery on
Tuesday.
Continued prayers for Joyce Porter.
Prayers for successful therapy.
Prayers for Mike and Sharon.
Prayers for Nancy Karcher’s healing.
Continued prayers for Greg W. with hospice, Chase R. for
speech, the leaders of our Country, our community and youth,
Eileen Korringa for healing on knee surgery and for New Hope’s
needs and praises.
Prayers for Rocky Pinner for heart surgery and recovery.
Prayers for Garry and Ruth Berg.
Continued prayers for Loretta Laser.
Prayers for the ones who cannot be here in God’s house.
Prayers for those suffering with mental illness and in Hospice
care.
Prayers for Dona Martin who is in Hospice care.
Prayers for a niece with depression issues.
Prayers for Nancy, that she has no more deep sleep spell where
she becomes unresponsive and will not waken.
Prayers for Israel. Prayers for long-term covid victims.
Safe traveling mercies for a daughter. Blessings over our church
and town.
Praise for the joyful celebration of Jim Brand’s 100th birthday.
Praise God for His love, mercy, and grace.
Praise God for this wonderful world!
To my church family
I want to thank all of you for your kind thoughts and prayers.
There were times when I wanted to give up, but your prayers
sustained me. I am living proof that prayers do work. I
especially want to thank the ladies in this church for the delicious
meal that they have provided. I have never had such delicious
meals since Helen passed away. Thank you so much.
God bless all of you, Ed Highfield
What’s Happening at New Hope
Thank You
Thank you Norvil Brown for taking the box of donated items to
WISE. It was much appreciated.
American Red Cross Blood Drive
The American Red Cross Blood Drive at New Hope was this past
Friday. We are thankful that we have such a perfect facility for the
drive and we are super thankful for the donors that stepped up
for the cause. Thank you to all that donated! So much goes on
behind the scenes, too. I want to thank Dave and Kathy Baker
and the dart players for helping set up and take down the tables
and chairs, Linda Sbraccia for her help with advertising, and the
DAR ladies that helped register the donors and visited with them
afterwards. Please mark your calendars for July 25, our next
ARC Blood Drive. We hope to see you
there! -Bev Rothenberger, Church Coordinator
Men’s Bible Study
Join us on Wednesday’s at 3 PM for Men’s Bible Study in the New
Hope Fellowship Hall,“come as you are”.
Cherubs of Comfort Blanket Ministry
The Cherubs of Comfort Blanket Ministry has chosen The
Brooke of Big Rapids as there next recipients of our ministry. We are asking for donations of lap blanket kits 48 x 60.
Our goal is to make 69 lap blankets. W emeet Thursday, May
29 from noon to 3 PM. We invite you to bring your sharp
scissors and a heart for helping others. Everyone is
Welcome. Blessings, Nancy
Karcher and Michele Martin
Mary-Martha Shoeboxes
We are half way through April, which means it is time to think
about . . . Christmas!
Mary-Martha is thinking ahead to next fall when we will be
packing shoeboxes again. The suggested item for April is
stuffed animals. In addition, spring and summer toys and
clothes are often on sale when the season first begins. Please
remember that everything needs to fit in a shoebox.
We appreciate your help,and some child will be overjoyed.
DO NOT INCLUDE:
Soap;candy; toothpaste; gum; used or damaged items; scary
or war-related items such as toy guns, knives, or military
figures; chocolate or food; seeds; fruit rolls or other fruit
snacks; drink mixes (powdered or liquid); liquids or
lotions;medications or vitamins; breakable items such as snow
globes or glass containers; aerosol cans.
Telephone Chain
Do you miss New Hope Events, and Announcements because
you are computer less at your home? Fear Not! New Hope
has its own “Telephone Chain”. Call Karen Woodruff and
leave your phone number. When an announcement is sent out
from the church office, it will come to you by a link in the Chain
and you can pass it on. Leave your name and number at
248-974-6151.
Second Saturday Munch Bunch
The Second Saturday Munch Bunch will meet for dinner on
Saturday, June 14 at 5 pm at The Forager which is in Howard
City. The address is 101 E. Edgerton Street and is on the left-
hand side of Northland Drive as you are driving thru Howard
City. The Second Saturday Munch Bunch is open to everyone
in the church and is a great way to get to know other people.
We usually meet at a restaurant the second Saturday of each
month for dinner. Come enjoy a great meal, conversation, and
fellowship! There is no obligation to going every second
Saturday—come when you are able to! If you have never
attended one of our outings, why not try us! There is a sign-
up board located in the Narthex by the pastor’s office. Any
questions,please call Laura Hall at 231-972-7000.
New Hope’s 2025 Concert Series
New Hope’s concert series for 2025 will consist of The
Guardians on Saturday, June21 at 4 pm and The Hoppers on
Sunday, July 27 at 4 pm. Doors open 1 hour before the
concerts. Information on the Hopper’s concert will becoming
later.
The Guardians are a southern gospel quartet with a unique
sound, tight harmony, and a passion for sharing the gospel
through their music. With three Dove Award nominations,
multiple#1 songs and Fan Awards, the Lord has blessed The
Guardians with an incredible journey since their inception.
Come enjoy a great concert!
Tickets are $20 in advance and $24 the day of the concert.
Tickets will be available to purchase at the Welcome Center
before and after services starting May 25. Any questions,
please call Greg/Laura at231-972-7000.
5/18 Worship Stewardship Report Tithes & Gifts - General - $ 1,815.00
Plate- $ 68.00
Maintenance Reserve - $ 170.00
Attendance: 63
Light the Church – “Letting Your Light
Shine” (Matthew 5:16)
This week the church is being lit in honor of all the
men and women, who for the past 250 years have
given their lives to help establish and sustain our free
Nation under God. Praise be to God.
[The cost of lighting New Hope is approximately $85 per week.
To participate, giving in honor, memory, or celebration, please
indicate on your giving envelope or check that it is for “Light the
Church” and for which Sunday.]
YOUR LIBRARY NEEDS YOUR HELP!
Please leave your phone number with Dawn at
231-972-2838 if you can share some ideas and time to
bring it back to its charm and usefulness.
Church Council Update (MAY)
Ø New Hope’s financial situation is in very good shape, especially
with the mortgage paid off. The Church Council will continue to
monitor income and expenditures. Anyone wishing to still
contribute towards the (Building) Maintenance Reserve fund
may still do so.
Ø The General Fund balance for April was $40,637. See
previously published General Fund Activity Report for more
details.
Ø The Church Council is sponsoring and inviting all NHGMC
members and friends to the ‘Mortgage Burning Celebration’; a
potluck and Tree Planting(in honor of Jack & Dee Smith’s
financial gift), to be held June 8thafter worship service.
Ø The Council continues to support New Hope’s Ministries through
ongoing actions of support. This includes: improved cleanliness of
the church, completion of classroom upgrades,monthly Soup
Suppers especially for community members, efforts to help New
Hope become a Great Commission Church (evangelism within our
community and church growth), encouraging Small Groups to
continue their ministry activities, and other trustee activities.
Ø Sally McKenney has graciously volunteered to become New
Hope’s licensed food service person, a huge but critical
undertaking. This will allow the church to be a certified Fixed
Food Service Establishment, with the kitchen available to be used
year-round for all types of events, to include charging for meals
served during fundraisers.
The Council is updating the church calendar to reflect all major
ministry events and small group activities providing opportunities
for NH members to grow in their faith.
Ø The Church Directory is being updated for the final time and a
new copy will be published soon.
MINISTRY TEAM HAPPENINGS – May 2025
v Consider being part of a Ministry Team (Discipleship/Christian Ed, Missions
and Outreach, Evangelism,Worship Design, Prayer, Congregational Care,
Small Groups).
Ministry Teams Updates:
1. Discipleship/Christian Education (Director – Sally McKenney):
> VBS: July 15-17; Western theme; Volunteers needed; Organizational Mtg
TBA
> Sunday School & Bible Studies: New times and new Sunday/Bible School
Classes being considered for the Fall…
2. Missions and Community Outreach (Director - Wally Ewing):
> Royal View Ministry/Worship Service: May 18th @ 2pm
> Soothe the Soul Soup Supper: (3rd WED of the month, for Community)
Next Soup Supper is May 21st@ 5:30pm. Bring a friend or neighbor and
welcome our visitors; a special time of fellowship, including: Pastor’s
Devotional and live Christian Music.
> Compassion Child Sponsorship: This annual opportunity to reach out
into the world and help a child is coming to an end. If you still want to
sponsor a child contact Rachel Ewing.
> God’s Helping Hands: New Hope continues to support this important
program, which provides emergency food to members of our community.
Please support GHH in however you can.
> Mission Trips: Stay tuned…. The Mission Team is developing some
ideas for an Away Trip….
> Mecosta 4th of July Parade: Contact Wally is you wish to get involved
in preparing and entering a NHGMC float; VBS Western Theme….
> Curry Comfort (Hospice) House: The Mission Team continues to
support Curry House in Reed City. They are having financial difficulties.
More details on how New Hope can help are forthcoming.
3. Evangelism (Director TBD / Pastor Wayne):
> “Pray & Go” Study Group: This group is working to include all
members of New Hope in becoming Great Commission Christians and a
Great Commission Church. See the Pastor if you would like to receive a
book and be moved by this Spirit filled opportunity for Evangelism.
> “Little Jesus Ministry’: This simple but impactful“handout” is an
ongoing way of evangelism at New Hope. Get your Little Jesus handout/
bag and share the Good News with everyone you interact with; an easy
and humorous way to start a conversation about Jesus.
> “Summer Concerts”: “The Guardians – June 21 @ 4pm;“The
Hoppers” – July 27 @ 4pm.
4. Congregational Care (Director - TBD):
> Director Position: Although many volunteers are assisting with caring
for our own, we still need someone to become the Director and coordinate
this important Ministry for New Hope (family) members.
> Assistance Needed?: Contact the church office if you have a need and
we’ll find a person to help…
> Care Team Opportunities: Contact Pastor Wayne or Wally Ewing if you
would like to help with an area of care that Congregational Care provides.
5. Worship Design (Director - Pastor Wayne):
> Mortgage Burning Celebration: New Hope will have a special event
after worship service on June 8rd,and will include a Tree Planting
ceremony as a memorial for Jack & Dee Smith and their financial gift
making this event possible.
> Outdoor Services: June 20th and Aug 17th;to be held in the Garden area.
> Baptisms at the Lake: Planning is underway for this very special event on
Sunday, Aug 10th @ 5pm; Canadian Lakes Sunset Beach and nearby pavilion.
6. Prayer Team (Director – Sue Reed):
Prayer Wall: A Prayer Wall is being created and will be located in the
sanctuary; it will reflect prayers lifted up (via prayer cards) and also have
cards with “answered prayers”. Additionally, the Prayer Team will be
praying over the Prayer Wall a couple times each month.
7. Small Groups (Director: Karen Woodruff)
> Activities: See notes in the bulletin showing the variety of mission
activities and events each of our Small Groups are involved with. Join in
and experience putting faith into action.
v Your help is sorely needed for our church ministries to be effective. Use
your Spiritual Gifts and be an active part of New Hope’s Mission to “Love
God, Love Others, and Serve”.
THIS WEEK
Monday: Memorial Day,Church Closed
Tuesday: 10:00 AM Crafts
Wednesday: 1-3 PM Disciple II
3 PM Men’s Bible Study
Thursday: 9:00AM Darts
Noon Cherubs of Comfort
Friday: Pastor’s Day Off
Saturday: 9:00 AM Darts
Sunday: 9:45AM Worship Service
11:15AM Sunday School
Office Phone: 231-972-2838
Office Email: newhope.mecosta@gmail.com
Website: www.new-hope-church.org
Pastor’s Cell: 231-330-8521
Pastor’s Email:
pastorwayne.newhope@gmail.com
