Looking forward to the upcoming sermon series entitled "Armor of God".  The Christian life is a supernatural life.  We can't live it without the Spirit's strength.  Nor can we afford to ignore the existence of real spiritual forces working against us.  Paul encourages us to "Be strong in the Lord!"  We do this by putting on the full armor of God (Ephesians 6:11).  Join us over the next few weeks as we take a look at the Christian life from the perspective of a Roman soldier in full armor.  See you at the ARC on Sundays at 10:15 AM.  Pastor Tom

I Love America Festival is here!  Join us Wednesday, July 4th for a great celebration of Faith, Family, and Freedom.  This year, we have the LEWIS & CLARK FIFE and DRUM CORP coming from St. Charles, Missouri and Ret. Col. Jim Coy will be speaking along with State Representative Randy Asbury.  Bring sun tan lotion, lawn chairs, and the whole family.  Food, fun, and fireworks.  Fireworks at dark.  Go to www. iloveamericafestival.org for all the information.

What a great Father's Day!  Every home needs a strong father.  If you haven't seen the movie Courageous, it is really a must see movie.  What a great job the produces have done in creating a story which touching on so many important issues for men, fathers, and families.

Next week (the week of June 24th) we are looking forward to launching small group Bible Studies using the Courageous Living DVD and discussion material.  If you are interested, please get signed up by calling 573-443-LIFE or e-mailing tom@newlifecolumbia.org.

Beginning this Sunday, we will focus on Courageous Living in our Sunday morning gatherings as well.  So come prepared to ask God for strength and courage.  I hope you will!

You're invited to the Church in Prayer prayer meeting beginning this Wednesday evening at 6:30 PM (at the church office).

We will pray for about an hour.  Please join us as we seek God for our families, church, and community.  We have many things about which to pray.

Recently, I had a great time away with Luke on his graduation trip to the Boundary Waters.  Especially notable about the trip was the solitude, simplicity, and struggle of the trip.  I already miss it.  Life in Columbia is hectic and it can be difficult to focus on the really important things in life.  Prayer is an opportunity to re-focus your life on God and His plans for your life.  I hope you will join us for prayer.  The Psalmist wrote, "Be still, and know that I am God . . ." (46:10).

I LOVE AMERICA posters are available.  You can pick some up at the church office or at the ARC on Sunday mornings.  Help us spread the word about a great community event in mid-missouri.  Call 443-5433 if you want some posters.