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This Weekend at First NLR
Saturday, February 27 Don't Hit Back 5:00 P.M. Sanctuary Connections Classes 6:30 P.M. Deaf Den 6:30 P.M. Room 210
Sunday, February 28 Don't Hit Back 8:30, 10:00 & 11:30 A.M. Sanctuary Video Venue 8:30, 10:00 & 11:30 A.M. Room 106 Connections Classes 8:30, 10:00 & 11:30 A.M. Katelyn Johnson & Wyndham Dempster Wedding Shower 4:30 P.M. Room 102 (Registered at Bed, Bath & Beyond and Target) Prayer Time (come and go) 5:00 to 5:45 P.M. Room 210 Amos: The Dangers of Living "The Good Life" 6:00 P.M. Sanctuary
This Week
Monday, February 29 Family Night - No Scheduled Activities Tuesday, March 1 Intercessory Prayer Group noon in Room 103 Wednesday, March 2 Reality Middle School 6:30 P.M. in the Reality Room Midweek Service 7:00 P.M. in the Fellowship Hall Connections Groups 7:00 P.M. Connections Group for Women 7:00 P.M. in Room 214 Nursery & Preschool 7:00 P.M. in the Grove & Backyard Elementary Aged Classes and COOL Kids 7:00 P.M. in the MAC Building Cool Teens 7:00 P.M. in Room 207 Music Ministry 7:00 P.M. in the Choir and Orchestra Rooms Reality Senior High 7:30 P.M. in the Reality Room Thursday, March 3 Celebrate Recovery Dinner at 6:00 P.M., Meeting at 6:45 P.M. in Room 106 Saturday, March 5 Homeless Ministry at 10:00 A.M. meet in the Kitchen
New to First Assembly?
Here’s how to get connected: • Stop by the Guest Center in the Main Lobby before or after any Saturday evening service, anytime between 8:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. on Sunday, or before Sunday evening or Wednesday evening service. Our team is waiting to take you on a tour of the church and give you departmental, ministry and membership information. • Visit our web site at www.firstnlr.com. It’s full of information about service times, programs, resources and classes. • Questions? Contact Pam Harrell at 758-8553, Ext. 281 or pharrell@firstnlr.com for more information.
Saturday Night Service
Saturday night service is a great option for you! Join us any Saturday at 5:00 P.M. in the Sanctuary! It's the same teaching as Sundays, but in a relaxed setting. There are also Saturday services for kids! Elementary age kids will enjoy SLAM in the MAC Building. The Grove (nursery) and Backyard (preschool) are open and provide a safe, fun environment for your kids. After service, you can get involved in one of our Connection Classes. Bring your family and friends on Saturday at 5:00 P.M.!
Get Connected at First NLR
Would you like to find a group of people to connect with and grow deeper in your faith? At First NLR, we are committed to helping you find friends along your journey as you follow Jesus. No matter your age or stage of life, let us help you get connected! Connections brochures provide group descriptions, locations and leaders information and are available at the Activity Counter in the Main Lobby and in information racks around the building, and will help you find the right group for you! For more information, contact Sharon Barnes at 758-8553, Ext. 287 or sbarnes@firstnlr.com.
Ministry Match
Are you ready to get involved in ministry? There are many opportunities available and we'd love to help you find the perfect place to serve! Stop by the Guest Center any time from 8:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. Sundays, or thirty minutes before any of our evening services. We will answer all your questions about ministry and get you started on a team! For more information, contact Pam Harrell at 758-8553, Ext. 281 or pharrell@firstnlr.com.
Ministry Opportunities
Sound Operators Do you love music? We have a great opportunity for sound operators for Broadcast and for Wednesday nights! The Broadcast Sound Operator mixes for the television broadcast and live internet feed. Previous experience is helpful, but not necessary. The Midweek Sound Operator mixes sound for the Wednesday night service in the Fellowship Hall. This is a great place to learn and become a better operator! Contact Media Director Chris Lesher at clesher@firstnlr.com for details! Video Camera Operators Be a part of reaching out to our city, state, and world! Camera operators operate our High Definition video cameras on Saturday evenings, Sunday mornings or evenings. They work on teams that alternate services/weeks. No experience is needed. We will train you! Contact Media Director Chris Lesher at clesher@firstnlr.com for details!
Activities for Ladies
Ladies Tea at Garvan Gardens on Thursday, March 24. We will tour the gardens before the tea. Come join us for a tour of the beautiful gardens–tulips, azaleas, daffodils and many more flowers. We will leave the church at 9:00 A.M. and return around 3:00 P.M. A brochure is available at the Activity Counter. For more information, contact Shirley Maynard at 758-8553, Ext. 286 or smaynard@firstnlr.com.
HOPE (Widow's ministry)
HOPE Luncheon on Sunday, February 28, in the Fellowship Hall immediately following the third service. Come join us. A sign-up sheet is located at the Activity Counter. For more information, contact Shirley Maynard at 758-8553, Ext. 286 or smaynard@firstnlr.com.
Men’s Retreat April 8th and 9th in Hot Springs, AR
Join Pastor Randy and other men from around the state for a fun weekend of worship and activities. You must register at the Activity Counter by March 20. The cost for the retreat is $100 which includes meals and lodging. There will be opportunities for extra events, such as shooting contests, classic car show, golf and motorcycle rides. All the details are available on an information sheet at the Activity Counter or contact Pastor Randy at rjumper@firstnlr.com or 758-8553, Ext. 201.
Activities for Kids
Kids Camp will be July 18-22 for First NLR kids currently in first through fifth grade. You can sign up at the Power Outlet in the MAC Building, or download the forms at firstnlr.com/kidscamp. The deadline to sign up is February 28. For more information, please contact Pastor Tyler at tloy@firstnlr.com. Kids In Worship It's time for Kids In Worship, a chance for all kids Kindergarten through fifth grade to lead the entire church in an awesome night of worship! There will be a Kids In Worship Parent Meeting for those interested on Sunday February 28, at 4:30 P.M. in the MAC Building Slamatorium. You can sign your child up for Kids In Worship at the Power Outlet in the MAC Building. For more information, please contact Pastor Brian at bdollar@firstnlr.com.
Activities for Keenagers (ages 55+)
Branson Trip to see Moses at Sight and Sound, April 14 - 16. Pick up a brochure at the Activity Counter. The deadline to sign up is March 6. For more information, contact Shirley Maynard at 758-8553, Ext. 286 or smaynard@firstnlr.com. Keenagers are going to Murry's Dinner Theater on Tuesday, May 10 to see Double Wide Texas. Brochures are available at the Activity Counter in the Main Lobby. For more information, contact Shirley Maynard at 758-8553, Ext. 286 or smaynard@firstnlr.com.
New Campus Coming!
This September we will launch our newest campus–in Northeast Arkansas! We are planting in the Jonesboro/Paragould area. If you have friends or family who live in NE Arkansas and would be interested in helping launch a new church, email or call our NE Campus Pastor, Patrick Lander at plander@firstnlr.com or 501-240-4688.
Connection Group for Women
Do you want a place to learn, grow, have fun and make friends? Join us any Wednesday night at 7:00 P.M. in Room 214. It’s for women of all ages. We will offer a variety of classes and activities including crafts, Bible Study, demonstrations, and practical teaching on relevant topics. No need to sign up–just bring a friend and show up! If you have questions or need more information, please contact Kathy Brockinton at 758-8553 or kbrockinton@firstnlr.com.
COMMUNION
Communion is offered after each morning service every Sunday at the front left of the Sanctuary. Gluten free wafers are available in the center of each tray.
NEED A BIBLE?
If you don't have a Bible and would like one, please take the one provided in the rack under any sanctuary chair as our gift to you.
TRADUCCIÓN AL ESPAÑOL
Español durante el servicio de las 11:30 A.M. en la frecuencia 103.1 FM. Usted puede pedir prestado un radio en la sección central del santuario.
HEARING ASSISTANCE
Our Hearing Assistance System works with any personal radio and is available on 104.5 FM. Radios and headsets may be borrowed at the counter in the Sanctuary Lobby.
PARKING LOT SHUTTLES
Shuttles to Parking Lots C through F pick up at the East door, near the Connections Center in the Coffee Lobby.
Please silence all cell phones while service is in progress.
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