Everything is New!

It's the start of a new year for all of us and the start of something new for me, too.  In case we haven't met, my name is Sara Wiesner, and I will now be co-leading the Nurture ministry with Amy Prebil.  Amy is a mother of twin 13-year-old boys and a wife to her wonderful husband, Dan.  She currently leads our Little Blessings group and works as the nursery coordinator.  In the future, she will also be writing for the blog.  As for me, I have 3 sons, 2 daughters, and 1 amazing husband.  We are both excited to share our hearts with you.  Please bear with us as we find our footing in this ministry in the coming weeks.  We are so appreciative to Jamie for all of her hard work and thankful to God for giving her such a strong desire to unite and support mothers.  Join us in praying for Jamie as she enters this new phase.  I know God has much more in store for her, and I am excited to watch it unfold in her life!

Seeing as it's the start of a new year, what a more perfect time to encourage everyone to prayerfully consider choosing a special word for 2015.  I look at it as a kind of banner over my year to describe where I want to be, what I want to work on, or what God wants me to take hold of.  In Luke 1 the birth of Jesus is foretold.  It describes the angel coming to Mary and telling her what was about to happen.  I love what Luke 1:37 says, "For no word from God will ever fail."  That's awesome news!  Pray for God to give you a word to dream about this year.  He will not disappoint!

Sara

2 Corinthians 5:17 ~ Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

ANNUAL DANIEL FAST
January 4-24, 2015

This can be a very special time of growth and discovery with God.  There are handouts available in the atrium for more information.  The cafe is also serving a Daniel Fast menu each Sunday during the fast.  "Like" the Waukesha First Facebook page for more encouragement and Scriptures during the fast. 

SCRAPPERS AND CRAFTERS Saturday, January 17th from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Attention Ladies!  Bring your own supplies for your favorite hobby (scrapbooking, card making, knitting, etc.) and come work on them alongside other ladies from WFA.  You can come and go at anytime.  For  more information, please contact Maggie Scherr at maggiescherr@yahoo.com.

MARRIAGE BUILDERS Sunday, January 19 at 5:00 pm  A marriage-enriching ministry for all couples.  There is a teaching DVD at 5:00, followed by table group discussion with other couples.  You are encouraged to then go on a date with some "homework" questions to discuss with each other.  Childcare is available for those 12 and under on a donation basis.  Sign-up in the atrium or email Michelle at michellep@waukeshafirst.org.

MARRIAGE RETREAT February 13-14, 2015 Our annual Marriage Retreat is returning to Oak Creek Assembly and having Ted Cunningham back for a 2nd year.  Brochures can be found in the Atrium with all the details.  Here is the link if you would like to register online:  http://www.wnmdag.org/index.php/events/marriage-retreat.  Early deadline is January 30th.

 

FUN AND GAMES
Thursday, January 22nd at 6:00 pm - Downtown Kidtropolis
Bring your family to have some good old fashioned fun.  There will be board games, puzzles, and some other creative activities.  The night is geared towards kids ages 3 through middle school.  You are encouraged to stay and play with us, but if your child is 5 or older, they are welcome to join us on their own.  No sign up is required. 

LITTLE BLESSINGS

January 22nd at 7:00 pm 

A message from Amy Prebil:  "Little blessings is a group for women with young children. It started out for women who were pregnant up to babies a year old. We quickly found we need continued support and encouragement and opened it to all moms with young children.  My passion is for mother's and young children and I love meeting with these amazing women. We meet the 4th Thursday of every month in the cafe, sometimes we go out to a restaurant or meet at my house.  Our group is full of laughter, encouragement, support, and prayer. We would love to welcome some new mother's and share with them what a true blessing this group has been for so many. God is the center of this group and He has blessed us all with such great relationships and compassion for each other. We would love to see this group continue to grow and flourish. Please call me if you are interested in joining the group (262-442-7516.)" 

Little Blessings Christmas Party

TUESDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY

Starting February 10th at 9:30 am 

We will be studying the book "Having a Mary Spirit" by Joanna Weaver.  It offers Biblical insights and practical tools.  Sign up in the atrium.  There is a book to purchase for $12.  For questions, contact Dale Noordyk at 920-242-2858. 

FOOD PANTRY AND SOLES FOR JESUS COLLECTIONS

In case you weren't aware, we have a collection point in the foyer for the Waukesha Food Pantry, and one in Uptown for shoes to be donated to Soles for Jesus.  We collect all year for these ministries.

NURSERY NEWS During the cold and flu season, our nursery is being disinfected weekly and paying attention to symptoms of illness to keep it a well baby area.  If you are parents of nursery age kids, would you consider volunteering once a month to help with our growing baby population?  Please see Amy Prebil in the nursery or email amyprebil@gmail.com with questions or interest.

TREEHOUSE TREASURES Our church family is growing!  Many babies have come and will be coming in the next few weeks/months.  We would love to bless our new moms with a gift bag filled with newborn items (diapers, wipes, baby bath items, onesies, gowns, or swaddlers).  Amy Prebil organizes this and has set up a Treasure Chest back in our nursery area to accept item donations.

If you ever have a specific prayer request, please don't hesitate to contact us at nurturewfa@hotmail.com.  We have a group of moms with a passion for prayer who would be more than happy to cover you in prayer.