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Since the beginning, the Next conference (formerly “New Attitude”) has relied on many wonderful volunteers who serve as ushers, security, bookstore workers, set up crew, and in many other roles. We are so grateful. And we need you again this year!

I’m really excited about some new ways people can serve this year:

Intercessory Prayer Team – We are seeking prayer warriors who would be willing to commit to praying before, during and after the conference. Tim Kerr, pastor of Sovereign Grace Church Toronto, will provide weekly e-mail bulletins to guide the team in prayer. For those who have the time and money to be at the conference, Tim will be leading an intercessory prayer team on site, while sending updates to those remaining at home.

Ministry Team – I would like to have a team at the conference to pray with attendees at the end of each session. Perhaps you’re a couple who has been in the church for several years, and it would excite you to serve the next generation in this way. We would love to see you participate in the conference. If you’re interested in this team, see below to apply.

Security Team – We’d like to recruit some men with law enforcement background; but regardless of background, we are looking for a team of mature men who can serve at the conference by caring for and escorting attendees, serving speakers, etc.

To apply for any of these teams, .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address). As with all full-time volunteers, servants on these teams will receive complimentary registration, but need to cover all their own expenses (travel, lodging, meals). Without this kind of sacrifice and servanthood, Next could not happen. Thank you!

Next ‘09 Promo Video

Yesterday, the promotional video for the Next conference was posted at thisisnext.org. Kudos to Mike Hartnett and David Altrogge at Vinegar Hill Picture Works for a brilliant job producing this video. Enjoy!

Sunday Announcements Recap

Here’s a recap of of the announcements we covered in church this past Sunday:

Choosing the Right Education for your Child
This Saturday, we’ll review the pros and cons of three educational options—Home School, Private School and Public School. 9 to 11:30 a.m. in the Events Center.
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Introducing God Preview Nights
You’re invited to experience the new course, Introducing God, first hand. Choose one of two preview nights: February 25 or March 11, at 6:45. Register online asap for the preview night on the 25th. There’s a nominal charge of $3 to cover dinner.
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Seminar for Parents of Children with Special Needs
The purpose of this seminar is to provide biblical encouragement to parents of children with special needs. Saturday, February 28, 9-11 a.m. in the Edwards Room.
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Calling All Songwriters
Want to serve the church with your songwriting gifts? Contact us at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) for more info.

Baptisms March 1
If you’d like to be baptized, download an application form here, and turn it in by Monday, February 23.

Seminar for Parents of Children with Special Needs

Joe Lee sent me another item I want to highlight for you. Here’s his description of an upcoming seminar:

There are over 45,000 children in the D.C. metro area who have special needs, and the number is growing every day.  A child with a special need is someone who has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities.  These activities include but are not limited to walking, seeing, learning, working, performing manual tasks, speaking and hearing. 

There are many children in Covenant Life Church who have special needs and thus are not able to fully participate in the life of the church. This applies to their families who care for them as well.

We’ve planned a seminar to provide encouragement for parents of children with special needs. These parents can often feel alone in their trials.  We want to use this meeting to encourage and remind them that they are not alone as they faithfully care for their children—that God is with them—and we as a church are with them.

We also hope this gathering will help the parents connect with others who have similar trials and thus become a means of encouragement and a resource to one another.

The seminar is on Saturday, February 28, in the Edwards Room from 9 to 10:30 a.m. Gary Ricucci will lead a time of prayer and ministry for the families. We would love to see as many members as possible attend to express their love and pray for these parents. 

Proverbs 18:14: “A man’s spirit will endure sickness, ?but a crushed spirit who can bear?”