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THIS WEEK AT NEW VISION CENTER
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This Sunday
November 12th at 10:00 am
"THE WORK OF LOVE "
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Dear Beloveds,
On the back cover of our book of the month, "The Exquisite Risk," by Mark Nepo, you'll find this thought, "In these fast paced times, the exquisite risk facing each of us every day is to slow down so that we may experience life rather than simply manage it." As I read this statement two words jumped out at me: experience and manage. I began to ponder whether I experience or manage life. Ugh, to my dismay, I realized I do a lot of what is probably unnecessary managing. I also realized that managing is a softer, gentler, kinder version of control. Double ugh!
So I have spent some time this week contemplating how different my life would be if I did not manage my health, money, relationships, home, NVC or surroundings. What would it look and feel like if instead I experienced each of them? What would it look and feel like if you experienced each of them? What would it look and feel like if we just held and listen to each of them? In my contemplation, I immediately began to have a greater awareness of Oneness. One with: my body, money, people, my home, each of you and my surroundings. By slowing down I was pulled into a greater realization of love. You see, an awareness of our Oneness is Love. In the book, Mark writes, "It is in loving the experience that releases the warmth and light that waits in each of us."
Join me this week as we begin exploring the "The Work of Love." Let's slow down together releasing the warmth and light that waits in each of us. The world needs this warmth and light right now.
Richest blessings,
Rev. Dr. Penny Macek
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November Theme of the Month: AUTHENTICITY
Nov. 05: Listening to the Voice Within
Nov. 12: The Work of Love
Nov. 19: Holding Nothing Back
Nov. 26: The Struggle to be Real
Book of the Month: The Exquisite Risk
by Mark Nepo now available at the bookstore!
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Sunday Musical Artist
KATHY BRADFORD
Kathy has been singing professionally in the Valley for many years. She currently sings with a 20 piece big band, a 4 pc variety band and appears with our very own Frank Smith from time to time as a Jazz duo. She loves to perform for NVC and she is a part of the New Vision Family.
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Weekly Theme: Listening to the Voice Within
Affirmation: I have so much to share!
Kids Prayer:
God is loving and generous.
We are all loving and generous.
We are all loving and have special gifts.
We are grateful for the gifts God has given us.
And so it is.
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Parent's Night Out
Our Youth and Family Ministry is offering an awesome Parent's Night Out event coming up on December 2. Parents, if you are interested, let us know! Click here to register.
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Have you filled out your pledge card yet?
A reminder to all that weren't here the last Sunday in October. Please fill out your pledge card and either mail it in or hand deliver it to us on Sunday. Here is a link to the form. Please let us know if you have any questions.
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Introduction to the Art of Feminine Presence
A free workshop by Rev. Michele Whittington
We are offering a free workshop called the Art of Feminine Presence here at New Vision Center. This is a 2.5 hour workshop that is a system of energetic practices that connect us with our source of internal power, strength and magnetism. The class will be Thursday, November 30th at 6:30pm. Click here to read more about this free opportunity and to register.
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Wednesday Night Service
NOVEMBER 15TH - TAIZE SERVICE
Service starts at 6:30pm in Grace Chapel.
Through chanting, meditation and sacred candle lighting, we will create the space to nurture our personal relationship with the Divine.
Click here for a description of all our Wednesday night services.
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Thanksgiving Potluck
Join us for our Thanksgiving Potluck on November 23rd at 1:00 in the Social Hall. It is ALWAYS a great time. Please let us know that you plan on coming and what you would like to bring (so that we don't end up with 18 dishes of yams!)
Click here to register and sign up for food.
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Thanksgiving Eve Service
We are in preparation of our Thanksgiving Eve Service and we are really excited about it. We will be building an alter with canned food again this year and we will be kicking off a new year-round community outreach program at the same time by stocking our pantry with food for the homeless as well as community members that are struggling. Come and be a part of this great program!
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NVC Holiday Bazaar, Exhibitors Needed!
Once again, NVC will be hosting a holiday bazaar. It will be held on 3rd, the 10th and the 17th of December. If you would like to participate by setting up a table and exhibiting your art, your food, or... you know, all that creative stuff they sell at a bazaar, please contact Jolene Baney here for details.
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NEXT WEEK
Rev. Dr. Penny Discusses
"HOLDING NOTHING BACK"
Truly living requires holding nothing back and instead meeting each and every moment with all of who we are. Knowing God is who we are and God is love, we are to be the Loving Presence of the Living God.
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Interfaith Evening of Light
In response to challenging times, the Arizona Interfaith Movement invites you to join them, and Rev Dr Penny for a special evening of prayer, readings and music. Click here to find out the details.
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Our Community Outreach team has partnered with Streetlight USA for the final quarter of 2017. During the month of November, NVC will be collecting donations for the residents at Streetlight USA. Streetlight supports girls AGE 11-17 who were victims of human trafficking to help turn trauma into triumph.
There are a few ways to participate. Click here to get involved!
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The Leadership Council is Recruiting!
Are you interested in being a member of the Leadership Council? We are beginning our process of review for those individuals that are seeking to step up in this community.
This link will guide you through the application process and includes qualifications, expectations and commitment dates for 2018.
Applications are due November 30, 2017.
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The Sunday ReQuote
Click here for the rest of Rev. Dr. Penny's quotes from last Sunday.
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Click here to request prayer support |
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DO YOU KNOW SOMEONE LOOKING FOR A VENUE? NVC has an on-going rental program for anyone looking for a meeting room, a wedding venue, a conference, a celebration, a workshop etc.The additional revenue helps NVC to continue to focus on our mission of Transforming Lives.Thanks to an amazing web developer and NVC Member, we have a new, user-friendly website you can refer people to: Thanks for checking us out and spreading the word!
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Full Calendar of Events
For a complete listing of events at New Vision Center for Spiritual Living, check out our Calendar of Events!
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Fun Stuff Email List Serve
NVC has created a mailing list for you to share ideas, items for sale, rooms for rent, houses for sale, pets for adoption, recipes to die for, stories to share, pictures to circulate... In other words, this is going to be a non-monitored email list serve where you can share just about anything you want with your community. If you are interested in joining, please follow this link and fill out the form.
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Parting Shot
The Man... The Legend... Mr. Jack Saba!
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