It's so easy! After you watched the weekly message, use your smart phone to send a text message to the church phone # 352-683-2600. Text the word "CHECK" and send along, instantly you will be sent a link and if you follow that link you can check in yourself and any others in your household as having viewed the weekly message. This helps us stay connected to you and know that you are actively participating in the life of the church. Go ahead and save the number as a contact in your phone as there will be additional features available as well.

Dr. Joel Bender is giving the sermon on Sunday March 9th titled “Reaching the Forgotten”. Dr. Bender just recently returned from a Medical Missions trip to Pakistan and will be sharing with you experiences from his trip and the World Mission Alliance (our March MOM).

Pastor Greg will be back in the pulpit the following week to continue the series "Growing in Grace". If you missed a week or enjoy hearing a sermon again, you can find these and more archived dates through the link below.

Remember to set your clocks AHEAD 1 hour Saturday night, March 8th.

Pastor Greg will lead the Ash Wednesday service March 5th at 6 pm in the Sanctuary. We ask you to enter the Sanctuary in quiet reflection. Many Christians make a personal choice to have their forehead (or hand) marked with the sign of the cross as a reminder of our sorrow for our sins, and as a witness for others of our intent to die to worldly desires and live even more in Christ’s image. Some Christians choose to fast during Lent to help encourage self-reflection of the need for Jesus’ forgiveness.

A New Member class will be offered on Saturday March 15th from 9-1 pm in bldg B. The class is needed for those wishing to join into membership with SpringLife Church on Sunday, March 23rd during the worship service. We have a link, through our Central Hub, for those interested to sign up so there are enough materials for all. 

Parking Lot Concert. “China Grove” will be performing some of your favorite songs from U2, Police, Doobie Brothers, Sting, Santana, and Steve Miller to name a few. They will be playing music hits from the early 70’s to now. Invite your neighbors. Bring your chair(s), family and friends to this awesome Concert. The event starts at 7:30 pm in the front parking lot. For those with a sweet tooth, an Ice Cream truck will be here too. Parking in the back lot. This free concert is open to the public.

Night of Worship through Song will be held on Saturday March 29th at 5 pm in building B. We are having a Spaghetti Dinner (gluten free noodles available) at 5 pm with music to follow. Cherie Gamble will be leading us in song, and we will be singing your favorite hymns! Use the button below to sign up so we know to expect you for dinner!

Sunday Adult Class meets at 9 am, in the Sanctuary building:

Rock for All Ages in S# 2. All are welcome. We meet all year long! We meet every Sunday morning at 9:00 in Room #2. Our curriculum is Bible Studies for Life. We are a discussion group where we want everyone to feel comfortable contributing to the lessons.

Christianity Today in S#4. Note: The class is NOT meeting in February, but will resume March 2nd.

Lamplighters Bible Study Tuesdays: After a long period of healing and rest, we are pleased to report that Mariann will be leading the Tuesday Lamplighters Bible study again. This group starts up on March 11th at 11 am in bldg D, classroom #3. Mariann will pick up with the study of Romans Chapter 11. This weekly study is open to all.  

Pastor Greg's Wednesday Bible study is on 1 Corinthians. Pastor Greg gives an in-depth study coinciding with his Sunday sermons. The group meets at 6 pm in bldg B.

Men's Apologetic's Bible study Tuesdays at 8:30 a.m. Now meeting at Panera's on Hwy 19. Come join our group.

Men's Bible study meets Thursdays, at 8:30 am in Bldg D, classroom #3.

Woman's "Mary Martha" Bible study meets the third Tuesday of each month at 1:30 pm in bldg D, classroom #3. Next meeting is February 18th. We continue with our Armor of God study. This week (#4) focusing on "The Shoes of Peace." 

"Act Like Men"...Bible study meets the first Saturday of each month in bldg A. It runs from 8:30-10 AM. Next meeting is March 1st. As Proverbs 27:17 says "As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another." We have started a breakfast potluck "tradition" where each person brings something to share. Could be a casserole, bacon, pancakes, hash browns, fresh fruit, coffee, What would you like to bring? Come with Bibles ready. Hope to see you there!!

New Precepts Bible study on the Psalms You needed to sign up for this Monday in-depth study. The class is full.

Greg's Wednesday Bible studies on line - The entire study of the Book of Hebrews has been recorded, and his current study on 1 Corinthians is also on-line. If you are unable to come evenings, miss a day, you're part of the Choir or Music Band, OR you just want to grow in a Bible study, this gives you the opportunity to watch them at your convenience. Click the link below for the youtube page to choose to follow along with Pastor Greg.

Our Children's Director is Tonya Stout. You can find her along with an amazing volunteer team each Sunday morning in Building C at 10:30. Entry is the west door with the catwalk leading to the Sanctuary. Join us for faith-filled fun for ages 4yrs- 5^th grade.

KIDS’ CHURCH—

Our doors open at 10:15 am on Sunday. This allows time for parents to check their kids in and get to church on time. Kids church worship begins at 10:30 am and is interactive with hands-on activities, Bible Stories, songs, crafts and more.

Pick up time for your kids is immediately following the service.

Our curriculum is Bible based. We love that our children are inquisitive and enjoy engaging in conversations about the Bible, the lesson, and sometimes challenge us with some of their thought-provoking questions requiring us to dig a little deeper or even research the answers.  

FIRST TIME GUESTS:

Check your child into building A. You will be greeted when you arrive. We will collect your contact information as well as your child’s information to provide the best experience possible for your child.

After the service, you return to the same space pick-up your child.

We ask that you notify us of any allergies and/or other pertinent information we may need to know about your child.

The Youth Group meets each Sunday evening from 5 pm - 6:30 pm in building A inviting all teens to join us for an hour filled with Bible teachings, food, games and Jesus. Mike Conway is our Youth Minister. Each week we begin with a fun time, usually a game of modified volleyball. Then we come together for a lesson and time for discussion. If time permits, we conclude the evening with a little more fun. We would like to encourage all of the youth from sixth grade to twelfth grade to come and join us for an evening of fun and growing in our faith, understanding, and knowledge of our Lord.

We are committed to building stronger generations of faith, hope and love through Jesus Christ. From Biblical teaching and group discussion to wild games and fun, SpringLife is the place for youth to be.

Mark your calendar and come out to support the Youth. They are having a Car Wash on Saturday, May 3rd from 10 am to 1 pm.

Food Pantry Help Needed:

Wednesdays: 7am-9am, some lifting, moving foods from refrigerators and freezer to prepare for serving customers.

7am-9am, help bagging bread and pastries

Fridays: 10am-12noon, 2 people to bag non-perishables.

Thank you and welcome to the our new volunteers! If interested in joining our team, please contact Rose Milks at 352.442.3140 or the office.

KIDS CHURCH VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:

 SpringLife Kids ministry is dedicated to building stronger faith foundations for our children.  We are looking for volunteers to help us expand our ministry to give our kids opportunities to experience God and His love through different media.  

  There is a place for everyone…..here are just some of the places we could use your help. We are looking to expand our ministry to give our kids opportunities to experience God and His love through different media.  

1.    Sunday mornings- Volunteers to be extra hands with lessons.  Includes assisting with fun activities- no teaching involved. Commitment of 1 time per month at 10:30.

2.    Game Leader- Looking for 1-2 volunteers to lead special game 1 time a month / or every 2-3 months (flexible).   Volunteers can create their own game or we can work together.  

3.    Music – Looking for volunteers -someone who would like to lead a special music activity 1 time per month/ 3 months. This can be a hand motion song, ribbon activity, etc. 

4.    Special Crafts- Holiday/ series based/ special occasion- Volunteer/ assist with special larger scale craft a few times per year.

5.    Special Event Volunteer- Look for volunteers willing to help with extra events like Kids night out/ Advent/ Lent/ Etc. 1-3 times per year. This does not include VBS.

6.    Snack Divas- Volunteers willing to make special treats for the kids a few times per year. Can be done from home.

7.    Prep Specialist- Volunteers who are willing to cut or package materials for lessons this can be done from home.  

Contact Children's Ministry, Tonya Stout for more information.

VOLUNTEER Requirements for Children's Ministry:

·        Complete Background Check

·        Training / Orientation

What is World Missions Alliance? World Missions Alliance (WMA), our Mission of the Month for March, was founded in 1999 by Chuck and Helen Todd to fulfill a 2-fold vision: preach the Gospel in the world’s “darkest spots” and give Christians the opportunity to fulfill themselves in the Great Commission.

The vision was birthed in 1991 when Chuck Todd, an American missionary, met his future wife, a Russian interpreter Helen, while pastoring a church in post-Communist Moscow. Both of them have had powerful encounters with God, Chuck – when he was miraculously healed by God at the age of 3 and Helen – having received faith through a Gospel tract smuggled into the Soviet Union by missionaries. While in Russia they have witnessed the Moscow coup in 1993, Chuck saved Helen from the crossfire of the battle, and soon after they were married.

Today World Missions Alliance reaches into 20 countries around the world meeting the needs of local churches, helping the those in need and creating opportunities for Christians to experience the blessing of God’s harvest. WMA uses medical clinics as a vessel that creates the opportunity for the mission team to witness, heal, encourage, and share the love of Jesus Christ among the forgotten, the sick, the hungry, the poor and those in need of everlasting grace.

WHY MISSIONS:  

Because they’re our Savior’s last wish. “Therefore, go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit. Teach these new disciples to obey all the commands I have given you. And be sure of this: I am with you always, even to the end of the age.” ~Matthew 28:19-20 NLT

Because they are the Preparation for His return. “And the Good News about the kingdom will be preached throughout the whole world, so that all nations will hear it and then the end will come.” ~Matthew 24:14 NLT

Because they Draw You into a More Intimate Relationship with God. You will Discover God through a personal experience of trusting Him to be used by Him. “Taste and see that the Lord is good. Oh, the joys of those who take refuge in Him.” ~Psalm 34:8 NLT

World Missions Alliance is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit

Dr. Joel Bender is our March MOM champion. Dr. Bender just recently returned from a Medical Missions trip to Pakistan. We are looking forward to hearing about his experiences with World Missions Alliance. We are blessed to have, and have had over the years, a number of congregation members, doctors, and missionaries, who have traveled abroad on mission trips: Dr. Dan McGrew, Mr & Mrs. Bill & Ody Krueger, Mrs. Helen Spaulding, Dr. Joel Bender, to name a few, as well as Rev. Rob Welch (of For His Glory), son of Bill & Kathy Welch. These faithful Christians risk their lives bringing the Word of God to non-Christian places. We continue to be blessed (and bless others) as SpringLife supports each Mission of the Month, locally and around the world.

SpringLife Church is again hosting the Florida Vocal Associate’s annual Choral Festival, under the direction of our Music Director David Pletincks on Friday & Saturday, March 7 & 8. About 1,200 very talented youth from 48 middle and high schools around the state come to this event to be critiqued. If you have time, you are welcome to sit quietly in the Sanctuary pews and enjoy some of these very talented singers. The choirs perform from 9-6pm both days with a break from noon-1pm.

Foodie Tour's... where friends meet friends!

Not to be missed: Special Foodie lunch planned for Tuesday, March 13th at 11:30 a.m. at the HUDSON GRILL located at 9821 Denton Ave, Hudson. Homemade bread and pastas are their specialties served with delicious Italian dishes. American food served also. It can be easily reached by going South on Cobblestone, continue across County Line to Denton, then turn right. It's a white building on the right side with a sign out front. For those traveling south on 19, turn left on to Little Road, and left at Denton. Sign up on the Central Hub no later than March 11th. See u there. 

Foodie Dinner tour will be March 20th at Mike & Frank’s Pizzeria Italian at 6pm. Located at 73745 Commercial Way (near the Heather). Please sign up on the Central HUB for this delicious and fun night out for friends from church! With both meals, each person pays for their own meal.

Women's Fun & Fellowship will meet Friday, March 14th at 6 pm in building B. Please note that is the second Friday of the month. We will be having a potluck movie night. Movie is "While You Were Sleeping". Potluck is a Sunday family style dinner. Women of all ages please come and enjoy a meal, movie and meaningful fellowship. 

Church Family Lunch (previously known as Cup of Faith) is held the third Sunday of each month in bldg B after the worship service. A delicious buffet is offered, prepared by Chef Angie McCoy, a small crew, and anyone wishing to bring a dish to share. Because of its tremendous popularity, please be sure to sign up each month on the Central HUB, let us know how many people to expect, and if bringing a dish, what you’d like to share. This helps our chef anticipate to amount of food to prepare, our custodians set up enough tables and chairs, and gives you the opportunity to be a blessing to others by bringing a special dish to share, and/or helping clean up after.

GriefShare began this current group Feb 6th of 13 self-contained guidelines to help you along your journey. We will offer this 13-week group support again in the fall.

Our next Bloodmobile drive is Sunday, April 6th. Remember to eat a good breakfast before donating. The LifeSouth bus should be parked in the back court yard at 8:30 am until everyone wishing to donate has been attended to. Thank you to the 10 people that took time to go to the Gift of Life Bloodmobile Sunday, February 2nd. You are “life savers.” If you miss the opportunity and donate at one of their other stops or locations, you should let them know you are representing SpringLife Church. And, did you know if anyone from our church is in the hospital and needs a transfusion (even if you never donated), you should mention SpringLife Church and the billing department should allow you credit because of our generous donors! ~Thanks, Lois Peters.

Prayer Requests Ministry

Almost 50 Prayer Partners receive updates on all prayer requests via email, to pray over and intercede for requests each week. You may wish to be included as a prayer partner so call Lorenda in the office to add your email to the group. Submit prayer requests through our website or call the church office. We celebrate Praises and answers to prayer also. Prayer requests, updates and praises are shared each week as the Prayer list is updated and sent to all in the Ministry weekly either via email and on the printed copy found in the Sanctuary lobby each Sunday.

Prayer Shawl Ministry

Did you know the ladies of this ministry make more than just prayer shawls and baby blankets? They created colorful purses for the girl's Christmas Shoeboxes (Oct MOM), hats for cancer patients, and more. The ladies meet the third Wednesday of the month at 10:30 am in building D, classroom #1. Next meeting will be March 19th.

If you like to knit or crochet, you can bring your finished shawls to the meeting or to the office for Pastor to bless. It's very important to follow the size guidelines. We have found these sizes to be best… For Baby Prayer Blankets: approximate size 29” by 29”. NO fringe please, and also solid soft colors are preferred. For Adult Prayer Shawls - please keep them to this size: 26” by 60” (no fringe), or 26” x 55” (with fringe). This adult size is very important—if they are too short, they don’t wrap around an adult comfortably. If they are too long and have extra fringe, they can get caught in the wheels of a wheelchair and create a safety hazard. ~Jackie Stout

LIBRARY MINISTRY—

Do you love to read and be around books, lots of them? If you are looking for a place to volunteer, but are limited in time, maybe the library is the place for you. You could serve on a rotation schedule. We will train you on the check in / check out process and feel certain you will enjoy your time serving. You can also visit with patrons as they stop in to look for specific items or just to say hello.

Volunteer Opportunities:

·       Tuesday mornings from 10 – noon, on a rotation schedule.

·       Sunday mornings 10:00 – 10:30 and 10:30 – 11:45 on a rotation schedule.

·       We can discuss additional opportunities if it better suits your schedule.

Library circulation remains active. We appreciate donations and we evaluate each one for cataloging into the library, to offer them on the “free shelf” or to donate to other entities depending on condition, topic, and if the item is currently available in the library. We have a vast collection of books cataloged on the web for you to check out.

The library is open whenever the church is open. If the librarian, or volunteer, are not available, you can check out books by writing your name and the complete date on the card and leaving the card on the desk. You will find the card in the back of the book, CD, or DVD.

Thank you for your continued interest and support in the SpringLife Church Library.   ~Lois Johnson, Librarian

Congregational Care Report- Monthly Report

“Carry one another’s burdens; in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.” Galatians 6:2

Care Companions

We currently have 7 active Care Companions.

We have seen some recent changes in need and could benefit from a couple of NEW Care Companions who could call on our members. 

Tuesday night dinners. You need to register on-line for this dinner each week. We offer dine in only. Max seating is 60. Our Purpose: We serve in Jesus’ Name to share and fellowship all He has set before us, providing food for the body and spiritual support for the soul. We give a devotion, offer prayers, and share Christ through the dine-in experience. We can always use a few more volunteers. ~ Jan Griffioen 

The drive-thru Pantry is open every Wednesday from 9 am to 2 pm in the back parking lot. We are in great need of volunteers to help on Wednesday, Thursday and Fridays. You can sign up through the link above under "Volunteer Opportunities" if interested.

Thank you for your monetary donations . With your help, we are able to purchase items in quantity and at a lower cost than what is displayed on grocery shelves and fliers. Your generous contributions are quickly turned into food for our clients. The products received from Farm Share have decreased due to their funding which in turn has caused our expenses to increase. God Bless , ~Larry & Rose Milks

Important Food Pantry info: The most beneficial way you can help us assist the needy in the community is through second-mile donations, marked for the Food Pantry. However if you really want to contribute specific food items, cereals are preferred over canned goods. PLEASE be sure to check the expiration date before giving. We are not allowed to give food beyond that date. And as always, thank you so much for your continued support helping us serve the community.

Ladies in Faith Together "L.I.F.T."

L.I.F.T. is one of our special Women's groups. It was created when the ladies of our church saw the need to continue a women's ministry after leaving the U.M.C. About twice a year the LIFT Board (8 members) and a few dedicated extra volunteers have hosted special events like our Christmas Tea, a Valentine Treat, and Autumn Leaves. The very active Prayer Shawl ministry is also under the umbrella of LIFT. If you are interested in becoming an active L.I.F.T. board member or volunteer , please contact the office.

The Bible on Video

Some of the most beautiful passages of the Bible can be found in Psalms. And the first four books in the New Testament are filed with the spoken words of Jesus. Many of our SpringLife members and guests have recorded chapters and whole books for your listening enjoyment. All New Testament books are available, as well as many of the Old Testament favorites. Accessing them is easy - go to the home web page and click "Watch" at the top, then click Video Bible Readings. From there you will have your choice of Books to watch, and even chapters. We would love volunteers willing to help us finish recording the Old Testament books (filled with challenging names). If you are up to the challenge, call the office. We'd love to complete the Bible. As Pastor Greg says You may not know how to pronounce the names, be as Pastor Greg says, “Be bold and no one will know the difference.” Be a fool for Christ. Sign up to read Bible chapters.

12/18/24

Next week is Christmas and there are parties to attend and special services happening. We as a staff want to wish you all a very Merry Christmas! It's our privilege to serve this congregation and be a part of what God is doing in the lives of His people here and we look look forward to seeing where He moves in 2025.

10/17/24

There's lots going on to be a part of this fall. Between outreach events like Trunk or Treat and Men/Women's groups meeting, 3rd Sunday Fellowships and Foodie Tours and swoon it will be the season of Advent and preparing for Christmas time.

Finance Update thru :

Operating Expenses: $604,214

Operating Income: $577,566

Mortgage Expenses: $52,875

Mortgage Giving: 45,372