encounterEncounter God.

equipBe equipped by His Word.

empowerBe empowered by the Holy Spirit.

Celebrating God’s goodness!

Welcome to New Covenant! We believe God is good all the time and we gather on Sundays to celebrate His goodness. We are really glad you have decided to join us today!

If you are new to New Covenant be sure to visit our Welcome Centre in the lobby to receive a special gift and a brochure designed to answer some of the questions you are probably asking and to help you get the most out of your first few visits.

This handout is our monthly communications brochure and is designed to make you aware of everything that is happening at NC. Feel free to participate in as much or as little as you are ready for.

Our hope is that as you take the next step into the New Covenant community and get more involved, you will begin to see that NC is more than just a Sunday Morning celebration; it is a family of everyday people following Jesus together to bring hope and change to the world - one life at a time.

Our Purpose:Celebrating God’s goodness!

Our Mission:Helping one another to Encounter God, be Equipped by His Word, and Empowered by His Spirit to live a life that celebrates God.

So you’ve been coming to NC for a while and now find yourself at church most Sundays. You really enjoy the Sunday celebrations but feel you are now you ready for more. If you want to connect relationally, or grow spiritually you should join a Home Church.

Home churches are groups of 8-12 adults which meet weekly to build relationships, explore the Bible, and support one another through prayer. As a result you will experience, accountability, belonging and care.

While they don’t all happen in homes they all help you to feel more at home at NC. When you are ready to grow spiritually and connect relationally step out of your Sunday morning row and into a Home Church.

Here is a list of some of the Home Churches that are happening this season.

Men’s GroupWed. at 7:00 at the church

Leader: Pastor Lance

Current Study: The Dude’s Guide to Manhood

Young Women’s GroupThurs. at 10:00 at the church

Leader: Erin Hoffman

Current Study: You Matter More Than You Think *Childcare Provided

Couples’ GroupWed. at 7:00 at the church (Begins Nov. 5)

Leader: Chris DeVries

Current Study: Financial Success Course

Women’s GroupThurs. at 7:00 at 66 Hillier Cr.

Leader: Shirley Bruines

Current Study: The Song of Songs

Home Church - Your Next Best Step Into Community

For more information on any of these groups speak or if you are interested in a different topic, or leading/hosting a group speak to Pastor Lance.

Interested in changing the world or just yourself? How about exploring the deep things of life?

Hang out with us as we journey through life. On Friday nights we drink copious amounts of soda and participate in epic games. Then join us for worship and challenging teaching from the Bible that makes sense.

Come be a part of ELEVATE! Each week is designed to inspire you to grow in your faith and experience real life with Jesus. Sound too good to be true? Check it out for yourself.

ELEVATE (grades 9-12)Fridays 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

THRIVE: grow or develop well or vigorously. To flourish, prosper, bloom, blossom and succeed.

The first step in community is literally walking out the door to be a part of community. THRIVE exists to faciliate authentic community amongst young adults so that they will THRIVE in their faith.

Relevant MessagesGreat MusicVides that inspire

THRIVE (18+)Sundays at 7:00 pm

REVOLUTION is a fast-paced, high-octane evening of food, fun and faith.

Join with other Jr. Highs as they learn what it means to to explore faith on their own terms.

Legendary games, food, music, and engaging discussions.

REVOLUTION (grades 6-8)Wednesdays 7:00pm - 8:30pm.

Happening This month for Youth and Young Adults REVOLUTIONThree-week series dedicated to helping students recognize that although life is a battle, we can win! This series takes a look at the spiritual armor described in Ephesians 6:13-17. Each week looks at two pieces of spiritual armor and how each piece can help us win life’s battles.

ELEVATE: Got Choices? Answers for everyday living. 7 week series designed to help you make the right choices in life in order to succeed.

THRIVE: 4 week interactive discussion focusing on Religion Vs. Relationship.

80’s Movie NightWed., Oct. 17:00 pm

The HERD is the place at NC where men can provide and receive mentoring, support, encouragement, and challenges to equip them to live a life that celebrates God.

Join us for our monthly guys event and our weekly men’s Home Church groups.

YOU Matter More Than You Think

with Dr. Leslie Parrott

$35 FOR ADMISSION, MARKER, 100 ROUNDS$65 FOR ADMISSION, UPGRADED MARKER, 500 ROUNDS$90 FOR ADMISSION, UPGRADED MARKER, 1000 ROUNDS$20 FOR ADMISSION ONLYEXTRA PAINT IS $40/500 (no outside paint allowed)FOR MEN AGES 14 AND UPSOLDIERS of FORTUNE PAINTBALL, Mount HopeSunday, October 19 - 1:00 PM - 5:00 PMRegister with payment by Wed., Oct. 15

PAINTBALLSunday, October 19

Finding true manliness in a world of counterfeits

Begins Wednesday, October 1Room #219

VALIANT MEN’S CONFERENCEBrothers United - November 7-8

$40 - Full-Time Students, Seniors, Solo Dads $55 - Early Bird Rate (Before Oct. 20) $65 - All Registrations After Oct. 20 $75 - Day of Conference Register at the Information Desk in the lobby.

At NC we believe in the beauty, strength and callings that God has placed in the hearts of women. The Hen House is the place at NC where women can discover and be encouraged and equipped to faithfully and fully use their God-given gifts to live a life that celebrates God.

YOU Matter More Than You Think

with Dr. Leslie ParrottWhat a woman needs to know about the difference she makes.

Bring your kids and/or your favourite coffee mug and join with other young women on Thursday mornings at 10:00 am in the lobby.

Childcare provided.

$35 FOR ADMISSION, MARKER, 100 ROUNDS$65 FOR ADMISSION, UPGRADED MARKER, 500 ROUNDS$90 FOR ADMISSION, UPGRADED MARKER, 1000 ROUNDS$20 FOR ADMISSION ONLYEXTRA PAINT IS $40/500 (no outside paint allowed)FOR MEN AGES 14 AND UPSOLDIERS of FORTUNE PAINTBALL, Mount HopeSunday, October 19 - 1:00 PM - 5:00 PMRegister with payment by Wed., Oct. 15

Ladies Coffee HourWednesday, October 19:30 am in the lobby

with special guestsOntario Christian Gleaners

The Ontario Christian Gleaners is an Interdenominational Christian organization that seeks to visibly demonstrate God’s love and grace by working with volunteers to collect, process, and make available surplus agricultural produce for the relief of the hungry in overseas nations.

Eight Things Christians SHOULD Be Known For by Jarrid Wilson (jarridwilson.com)

Continued from last month. To see the first four attributes on the list see last month’s ‘theloop’ or visit jarridwilson.com

It seems that today’s Christians are more known by what they are against than for. And although there are plenty of things

God has called us to turn our backs to, I strongly believe our holy anthem should be chorused by what we are for.

5. Sacrifice (John 3:16)The sacrifice made on the cross showcases the immeasurable amount of sacrifice that God presented toward his people. And while we will never be able to match the magnificent sacrifice that took place almost 2,000 years ago, this isn’t to say we must not continue the legacy set before us. Christians should be known for their selflessness and sacrifice. A quality that will reflect an image of our Father in heaven.

6. Selflessness (Philippians 2:4)Do you give only to hopefully receive, or do you give out of the abundance of your heart? The idea of selflessness presents a picture that says, “Whatever you need, I’m here to give it

to you.” Selflessness is an attribute that puts others before yourself, and God before everyone else. Although it may not always be the easiest of tasks, showcasing selflessness says more about your heart than you might think. Everything we have was never really ours to begin with.

7. Commitment (Matthew 5:37)When we as Christians say we will do something, we should make sure we follow through with the act. Although we all make mistakes and fall short, reflecting an image of Jesus’ commitment to others showcases one of His greatest attributes. In the ways of Christ, we must show the world we can be trusted, and that our word will not be broken.

8. Respect (1 Peter 2:17)We may come across people with differing views than us, but this doesn’t mean we can’t be respectful in our action of disagreement. Today’s media coverage feeds off of disrespectful Christians, highlighting stories that provoke many of us to stand back and say, “I would never do that!” We must be known as a community of respectful people, who even in disagreement can show love and grace.

How are you doing? Which attributes are you doing the best in? Which attributes could use the most work? When is it hardest to demonstrate each attribute? Find a friend or two and meet for a coffee to discuss and pray for one another.

8CECFFall Rally

Select Sundays in OctoberLearn to share your faith!“For I am not ashamed of the gospel, for it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes.” Romans 1:16

CECFFall Rally

Friday, October 24, 20146:30 - 9:00 pm

Chili Cook-off - Pie Baking ContestLine Dancing - with Instructor

Games, Fun, Fun, Fun!

Join us for a rootin-tootin good time at our 2nd Annual Fall Hoe Down. Enter your best chili and/or pie in our contests and win a prize.

$10/person or $20/family Sign up at the Information Table

New Covenant is a member of the Canadian Evangelical Christian Fellowship. We will be hosting the CECF’s Fall Rally on October 25. This will be a great time of worship, fellowship, encouragement and teaching.

Registration forms are available at the Information Table.$30/person includes lunch

God!CELEBRA

TESLive a life that

Wednesday Nights 7 - 8:30Grade 1- Grade 5

In the Kingdom Kids RoomGames - Crafts - Fun Lessons

Skits - Songs - More!You don’t want to miss this!

Invite your friends and have even MORE FUN!

Heroes and Villains continues in ALL ages of Kingdom Kids every Sunday morning this October!

We will be learning that WE are super heroes when we do God’s work! No villain can stand in our way!

Friends are welcome!

I can do all thing through Christ who gives me strength. Philippians 4:13.

Helping kids overcome fear! Begins October 8

This month at

Hey Kingdom Kids leaders, teachers and volunteers! Our fall meeting will be held Saturday October 25th from 9 to 1 pm. This is for everyone in Tiny Tots, King’s Kids and Kingdom Kids. Don’t miss this exciting day of training and vision.

Attention Parents: Don’t forget to fill out a registration form for each of your kids upstairs in Kingdom Kids. This helps us to know your wishes for pick up after the Sunday celebration, any allergy or medical issues and birthday info. Please try to have these forms filled out by October 14th. Thanks!

STAY IN theloopWe do our best to include as much information in this publication as possible but additions, subtractions and changes take place.

Signup for ‘theloop’ our weekly e-zine to insure you are always have the most accurate and up-to-date infomation and you stay ‘in the loop’. It is sent directly to your inbox once-a-week with reminders and updates about what is happening at New Covenant.

Email info@new-covenant.ca to be added to the list.

CONTACT USNew Covenant Christian Fellowship22 Holiday Dr.Brantford, ONN3R 7J4

www.new-covenant.ca /1NewCovenant @new_cov info@new-covenant.ca 519.753.4549

Office HoursMonday 8:30 - 12:30Tuesday 8:30 - 12:30Wednesday 8:30 - 4:30Thursday 8:30 - 4:30Friday 8:30 - 12:30

Wednesday Nights 7 - 8:30Grade 1- Grade 5

In the Kingdom Kids RoomGames - Crafts - Fun Lessons

Skits - Songs - More!You don’t want to miss this!

Invite your friends and have even MORE FUN!

Helping kids overcome fear! Begins October 8

Friday, October 316:00 - 8:00Ages 2-12$2/child

Fun, Games, Inflatibles, CANDY!Costumes are optional.

We need your help!Sign-up at the Information Table in the lobby to help out at the event.Please leave candy donations at the director’s chair at the front of the auditorium.

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Prayer 9 amFood CollectionCELEBRATION 10:30 amThrive at 7:00 pm

Prayer 9 amCELEBRATION 10:30 amThrive at 7:00 pm

Zap at 7:00 pmREVOLUTION 7:00 pmMen’s Study at 7:00 pm

OliveBranch Setup 9amZap at 7:00 pmREVOLUTION 7:00pmMen’s Study at 7:00 pm

THANKSGIVING

Zumba at 7:00 pm

Zumba at 7:00 pmElders at 7:00 pm

ELEVATE at 7:00pm

Zumba 7:00 pm

ELEVATE at 7:00pm

KK Team Training 9amCECF Rally 10:00 am

OliveBranch 11:00 amHH Study at 10:00 amMMT Practice 7 pm

Harvest Party

Ladies Coffee Hr. 9:30amZap at 7:00 pmREVOLUTION 7:00 pmMen’s Study at 7:00 pm

Prayer 9 amCELEBRATION 10:30 amThrive at 7:00 pm

Zumba 9:30 am

Zumba 9:30 amNorth of 50 at 1:00 pmZap at 7:00 pmREVOLUTION 7:00 pm

Prayer 9 amCELEBRATION 10:30 amPaintball 1:00 pmThrive at 7:00 pm

Thai Gospel Celebration at 5:30 pm

HH Study at 10:00 amMMT Practice 7 pm

HH Study at 10:00 amMMT Practice 7 pm

HH Study at 10:00 amMMT Practice 7 pm

HH Study at 10:00 amMMT Practice 7 pm

OliveBranchSort 9:00amZap at 7:00 pmREVOLUTION 7:00 pmMen’s Study at 7:00 pm

ELEVATE at 7:00pm

Hoe Down at 6:30 pm

ELEVATE at 7:00pm

Looking Ahead...Financial Success Home Church begins in November

Valiant Men’s Conference Nov. 7-8