My Spiritual Journey:The Journey of a Blue Collar Christian.: Some Thoughts On Meditation

My Spiritual Journey:The Journey of a Blue Collar Christian.: Some Thoughts On Meditation

Pray for Our Ministry!

Greetings,As you probably know by now we are moving to a new building in November. We are so excited about how God directed us to a very cool building. I am thrilled about ministering in the community around the church. Before we even move one box into the building, let's make a commitment that we'll seek God in prayer everyday. Please make this a part of your prayer list. It's so important the we are covered by God's Holy angels as they prepare our way. There will be spiritual warfare. Satan hates that we'll be in an area where the enemy has had his stronghold for many years. He won't give up without a fight. Pray that God will give us a heart and passion for the homeless, addicts, runaways, and children without any good healthy family environment. We don't even know all the ministry that we'll be involved in. At times it may be uncomfortable, but most real ministry is. Let's just see how God leads and follow in faith his promptings. I love you all so much. What an exciting time to be serving in His kingdom. Hope you can help us move our stuff into storage this Saturday. See you in church at the Cook's Kettle Sunday!
Blessings,Pastor Rich

Operation Christmas Child

We are collecting shoeboxes for Operation Christmas Child. Please take a minute to look at the following link for more information about the boxes, and if you have any questions, you can call Velma McAfee at 459-0089.

http://www.samaritanspurse.org/index.php/articles/evidence_of_gods_love/

Sunday Volunteers Needed

While we are having Sunday gatherings at Cook's Kettle, we could use help before the service to set up (nursery, breakfast, etc). If you can help, feel free to show up around 9:30.

Current Location for Church

We are meeting at the Cook's Kettle for the next few weeks until we move into our new building at 1700 N. Benton. It's the old Stained Glass Church where Stained Glass Theatre operated for a long time. We are very excited about getting into the building. The problem is, it needs a lot of work done before we can move into it. If you can help in any way we would deeply appreciate it. We need building materials as well as donations to help it get up to shape. We are looking forward to ministering to our neighbors around Commercial Street. Keep us in your prayers.

Blessings,
Pastor Rich

Note: More information can be found under the "Temporary Location" post below.

Iron Sharpens Iron Men's Group

Iron Sharpens Iron is dividing! We have seen incredible growth in our men's group that it is time to divide into two groups with more to follow. It's amazing men really do want accountability and spiritual growth in their lives. Dustin Wadley will be leading a group on purity at his house on Wed. at 7PM. Pastor Rich will continue Iron Sharpens Iron at his house on Wed nights, same time. If you have been thinking about joining a men's group now is the time. Included is a link to the study we'll be starting this week at my house on Wednesday Nov.4. Call 417-234-2184This men's group meets at Pastor Rich’s house every Wednesday night at 7PM. We will be studying the book Men of Honor by Mike Cleveland.

Iron Sharpens iron is not about guys sitting around naked beating drums. It is not guys getting in touch with their "inner child." It is not simply another support group or Bible Study. Through Scripture, study questions, mutual accountability, and a weekly discussion group, each man is encouraged to dig deep into his heart and soul to discover who God has created him to be.

We are a few men getting together to share our lives. Guys getting to know each other beyond the casual and superficial; beyond “sports and the weather.” Brothers allowing themselves to be challenged, and held to a higher standard than the world would dictate. Men being honest with each other about their struggles and shortfalls. Guys praying together, and for each other. Brothers growing together toward Christlikeness, reaching their full potential as men of God. And all of this takes place in an atmosphere of love and acceptance, without judgment.

We all need accountability. Accountability partners intentionally invest themselves into the lives of a few other men, meeting together on a regular and consistent basis. It is confessing failures, speaking the truth in love and having trusted men guard your back…no matter what. It is intentionally granting permission for other men to get to know the real you…to provide 100% honesty about what they see missing in your Christian walk…to support you through personal struggles…and to encourage you.

Authenticity: When men remove their mask, other men are willing to do the same. Our goal is being real which leads to real growth because men begin to face and deal with the underlying current in their life that are leading to the issue they may be dealing with. When you are around other men you trust, you can be held accountable by being asked what your actions were in the last week. If you think you want to be a part of this group, you're invited. Hope to see you Wednesday.
Address is 346 S. Foster Springfield. For directions, call 417.234.2184

Nu Brew Bible Studies

At Nu Brew, we value time spent together studying God's word. Here is a list of Nu Brew Bible studies:

Monday

1 and 2 Timothy

Time: 6:30PM

Location: Varies

Contact: christopherslater@gmail.com or call the Nu Brew office at 379-1100.

NEW- Tuesday

Ten Things I Hate About Christianity

Time: 6:30-8:30PM

Childcare is provided!

Contact Wes for location and directions: (379-9556 or wesleybowen@gmail.com).

For more info, contact: wesleybowen@gmail.com or call the Nu Brew office at 379-1100.

Wednesday

Women's Bible Study*

Esther - Beth Moore

Time: 6:00PM

Location: TBD

Contact: yasbecca@yahoo.com

Please direct inquiries to yasbecca@yahoo.com or call the Nu Brew office at 379-1100

Iron Sharpens Iron

Men's Group at the Yasinski's home.

E-mail nubrew@gmail.com or call 379-1100 for more information!

Temporary Location

For a few weeks we will be meeting at the Cook's Kettle Restaurant at 200 W. Commercial Street. Please join us for worship at 10:30 on Sunday morning. Children's church and nursery will still be provided. Thanks to the Springfield Victory Mission for providing wonderful accommodations for us in our time of transition.

Please park in the lot on the south side of the building. The best way to get there is by taking Boonville north. Follow the link above for a map.

Get ready for the big move!

Nu Brew church is gearing up for its move to our future location sometime soon. If you are skilled at any type of remodelling including painting, drywall, roofing, etc. etc. etc., and you have a servant's heart, please contact Jeremy Coursen at 597-0874.

Please continue to pray that our church family will pull together during this busy time. Thanks!

SaveOne

You realize now…it was a baby…

Our mission is to reach men and women who are suffering in silence after an abortion. Our passion is to help men and women reclaim and restore their peace of mind and self-worth.

SaveOne will give you the necessary tools to assist in rebuilding your life. We offer a twelve-week course that will help you gain control of your stra y emotions, free yourself of guilt, find your source of courage, renew your mind, experience how far God's grace truly extends, and much more. YOU CAN BEGIN AGAIN! This course is a journey to emotional, physical, and spiritual healing after an abortion. You will learn how to overcome depression, anger, denial, and guilt while being provided hope for a new beginning. Please see Patty Kennedy or call her at 300-1978 if you are interested. All communication is held in strictest confidence.

Pastor Rich

Please be in prayer concerning our building. We are praying the Lord's will be done. I know God has a plan and a purpose for all things.