New Creation United Methodist Church

Please contact the church office with prayer requests at 919-688-4578 or email Reverend Livingston or the Administrative Assistant.

Continue to pray for healing and spiritual strength for all our members who are sick and shut-in as well as their caregivers.

Prayer Requests:

• Stephanie White
• Delores Vaughan
• Delmar Smith, Sr.
• Delmar Smith, Jr. 
• Geneva Smith
• Alphonso Logan
• James Gibbs
• Ms. Dee Gidney
• Gloria McAuley
• Michelle Joyner
• Dr. Algea Harrison
• Barbara Logan
• Cortez & Fatima Avery
• Cleveland Kingsberry
• Arnold Dennis
• Rev. David Morrow
• Vickie Morrow
• Mary Armstrong
• Kristen Whitaker
• Feed My Sheep Ministry
• Barbara Shade
• Patty McLean
  
• Pray for peace between Ukraine and Russia, that the governments involved would seek all avenues for peaceful resolutions to the ongoing threat and tensions
  
• Keep in prayer the many who are struggling with the toll the COVID pandemic has taken on their physical and mental health

“Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.”— Matthew 5:4 

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Prayers for Ukraine  - BY DEREK WEBER

The church around the world lifts up prayers for the people of Ukraine. To help give voice to those prayers we have gathered some words that have been written by others and present them here. Use these words in your private prayer closets or in gathered communities of faith. To view more, click the praying hands below.

A Prayer for Ukraine by Presiding Bishop Elizabeth Eaton, Faith Vigil for Peace in Ukraine, ELCA:

O Lord, God of life, as you care for all creation, give us your peace. May our security come not from weapons, but from respect. May our strength come not from violence, but from love. May our own wealth come not from money, but from sharing.
May our path be not one of ambition, but of justice. May our victory not be one of revenge, but of forgiveness. Unarmed and confident, help us to defend the dignity of all creation. Sharing today and always the bread of solidarity and peace. Amen.

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Daylight Saving Time Begins!

Daylight Saving Time begins on Sunday, March 13, 2022 at 2:00 A.M.

On Saturday night, clocks are set forward one hour to “spring forward.

Daylight Saving Time ends on Sunday, November 6, 2022, at 2:00 A.M. On Saturday night, clocks are set back one hour to “fall back.”

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Is it Time for a Board Game Night?

If you're looking to switch up your routine, get some family or a friend or two together to play board games. Whether it's Scrabble, Yahtzee, or Clue, it can be a fun, easy, low-key way to socialize and lift everyone's mood. 
Everyone probably has a few board games lying around. Gather them up and host a board game night with some take-out or potluck dinner.

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Durham YouthWorksSUMMER 2022 PROGRAM

Join Durham YouthWorks to develop critical skills and explore career options with Durham’s top employers!

• Receive an $800 stipend for program completion.
  
• Learn career readiness skills, like effective interviewing and résumé writing.
  
• Uncover your strengths and interests through surveys and panel discussions.
  
• Gain access to Durham’s top employers representing a range of industry sectors.

The Durham YouthWorks 4-week Summer 2022 program will exploration for 14-15-year-olds, career pathways discovery for 16-18-year-olds, and a ready-for-work program for 18-24-year-olds

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Self Guided Canoe, Kayak, and Standup Paddleboard Trips at Hickory Hill

All equipment is provided for your self-guided trip; you bring the adventurous spirit. The guides remain onshore to assist you when you need them. You can reserve your 2.5-hour paddle beginning on March 12, 2022

Hickory Hill on Falls Lake in Northern DurhamCounty is a shallow area of Falls Lake popular for wading birds. Common bird sightings here include Osprey, Great Blue Herons, Egrets (Great White Herons), a variety of ducks, and Cormorants.

Reservation/Payment must be made prior to arrival. 

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BRAIN AWARENESS WEEK 

- March 14-20

Brain Awareness Week (BAW) is a global campaign to encourage public awareness and support for neurological research.

The brain is highly complex and plays a crucial role in the overall health and well-being of a person, so it is vital to foster curiosity about the many functions our brain performs for us and  the actions we can take to keep it healthy.

To learn more about the history of BAW, research advances, specific activities, and dietary changes to keep your brain strong and healthy, click the link to learn more

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The Spring Session of Adult Bible Study Has Started!

The accompanying "Follow: Spring 2022" study books are available at the church. Please call or emailthe office to have one mailed or stop by the church to pick up your copy.

    Hope to see you every Sunday at 2:00 pm!

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Noon Day Bible Study!

Noon Day Bible Study is held virtually over ZOOM every Wednesday at 12:00 pm. You are all welcome to join us. Your ZOOM link invitation will be emailed to you one day prior.

Looking forward to seeing you there!

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Connections #201: Bishop Fairley's Response to General Conference Delay

In response to the announcement that General Conference will be postponed until 2024, Bishop Fairley reminds us the we still have people to feed, peace to make, justice to do, and a call to walk humbly with God. We still have people to reach for Jesus.

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ZOOM WORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES 

Adult Sunday School: Sundays @ 2 pm

Young Adult Bible Study: On the 2nd & 4th Sundays of the month @ 5:30 pm

Noon Day Bible Study: Each Wednesday @ 12 pm

Everyone is encouraged and invited
to participate in these ministries.

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