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RGKingdom Kids Bible Lesson Today's lesson is from Mark 12:41-44, "Jesus Notices a Widow's Giving." Children will learn that Jesus wants us to give with all our heart.

God’s Daily Word Use these passages and questions to explore biblical insights on faith. Sunday: Romans 10:17; Matthew 21:22 Thursday: Hebrews 11:6, 2 Corinthians 5:7 Monday: Hebrews 11:1, 3 Friday: Luke 1:37; 1 Corinthians 2:5 Tuesday: Mark 11:22-24 Saturday: Proverbs 3:5-6

Wednesday: Ephesians 2:8-9

Weekly Challenge for Adults Set aside at least half an hour this week to be with God. Thank God for everything He’s done for you, and ask Him to show you where your faith is and why your faith matters — particularly where it matters right now.

For the Family As a family, read Hebrews 11, which lists the hall of fame of faithful Bible heroes. Identify one characteristic of faith for each individual listed. Discuss how each of you can learn that kind of faith.

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Connect and Serve Scan the QR Code for the following:• Give (Tithes and Offerings) • Giving Report Request • Bible Study/Baptism • Prayer • Volunteer

New Hope Adventist Church • 12350 Hall Shop Road, Fulton, MD 20759 • 410-541-6394 • [email protected]

Today at New Hope Today, we begin a new series called Prophecies of Hope. When we hear the word prophecy, we might think of something scary, dire or confusing. Over the next few weeks, we'll discover that prophecies are so much more.

After the service, learn more about our church in Seven Minutes or Less, a brief information session in the front left of the worship center.

We're here to help you grow in your spiritual journey, so let us know if there is anything we can do to support you

Mike SpeegleSenior Pastor

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Bible Study Classes: 9:30 a.m. Worship Services: 10:30 a.m.* and 12:30 p.m. *Child Care (ages 0-3), Kids Church (4-10) and Middle School Worship (11-14)

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Worship Service Welcome Pastor Jason Decena

Worship Through Praise Pastor Ed Garcia

Prayer Debbie Howell

Message Pastor Mike Speegle

Community Life Dave Wooster (1st Service) Marty Chedavalada (2nd Service)

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Ann Roda PASTOR FOR FAMILIES Hiding in a room with the doors locked “for fear of the Jews” — that’s where Jesus found His disciples the evening of His resurrection day! They knew Jesus

had been crucified. Some, no doubt, had seen Him die. They had heard from the women that Jesus had risen, but they hadn’t seen Him. Confusion must have ruled their thoughts and conversation that evening.

Jesus must have looked somewhat different in His new spiritual body. Mary didn’t recognize Him at first outside the tomb (John 20:14). And apparently Jesus’ appearance to the disciples didn’t immediately allay theirs fears because His first words were “Peace be with you!” Then He showed the disciples the wounds in His hands and side to verify His identity. It may have taken a moment, but the disciples’ fears and confusion finally fell away, and they were overjoyed!

Thomas was not with the group when Jesus first appeared to the disciples. But He was told about Jesus’ appearance. “They told him, ‘We have seen the Lord!’ But he replied, ‘I won’t believe it unless I see the nail wounds in his hands, put my fingers into them, and place my hand into the wound in his side’” (John 20:24-25).

Having faith was not easy for these first-century disciples. It’s easy to think that those living in Jesus’ day had an advantage over us in developing faith. But we may have

the advantage. Jesus’ life, death and resurrection didn’t fit the disciples’ expectations of the Messiah. They had to reconsider all their preconceived notions. They had to match Jesus’ actions with what the Old Testament predicted about the Messiah. Only then could they fully have faith.

Faith means trusting Christ for everything. It means believing in His sacrifice on the cross and living a life of gratitude for what He’s done. It means giving up any hope of winning God’s favor by our human efforts. It means seeking Jesus above all else.

The Bible tells us in John 20:29, “Then Jesus told him, “You believe because you have seen me. Blessed are those who believe without seeing me.” Jesus is talking about you! It takes great faith to believe when you can’t see or touch Jesus; that’s why He calls your relationship with Him “blessed”!

Do you ever feel like the disciples, especially Thomas? Jesus revealed Himself to Thomas and allayed his doubts. What doubts or faith questions do you have? Speak openly to God about them in prayer, and then look for ways God will reveal Himself to you through Scripture, Christian friends, prayer, nature or the promptings of the Holy Spirit.

“Now faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see” (Hebrews 11:1).

Adapted from Faithweaver Now, Adult Guide, 2015.

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11Registration is open for Kids Camp Fulton, a teacher-run, six-week summer day camp that includes weekly field trips, swimming, sports, creative arts and crafts, academics and nature activities! June 22-July 31. Visit kidscampfulton.com for details.

11Save the date for Mad About Marriage, Sept. 18-19. This weekend seminar for married, engaged and dating couples is presented by Mike and Gayle Tucker, hosts of Lifestyle Magazine TV show.

18Men's small group, 9:30 a.m., Prayer Room. This is a time for connecting, seeking God's direction, discussion and prayer.

11See the cherry blossoms with the Young Adults after second service. For more, visit www.facebook.com/newhopeyoungadults.

11Save the date for the 2015 S.O.S. International Food Festival, May 17, 1-4 p.m. Enjoy food from all over the world to benefit the New Hope Mahotas School in Mozambique. $10 for ages 13+; $5 for ages 6-12; free for ages 5 and younger. For more info or to participate, email [email protected].

18Entrance to New Hope, after second service. Discover what makes New Hope unique and how you can be part of what God is doing here. Lunch and child care provided. Register at lookingforachurch.org, text MEMBERSHIP and your email address to 410-541-6394, or call Lynne at 301-854-1866.

11Registration closes for the eight-week soccer season of Sports on Sunday, which begins tomorrow. Practices are 9-10:30 a.m. Sundays at Cross Creek Community Park in Beltsville, Md. Register today at www.sportsonsunday.org.

14Join the New Hope prayer team on the TV show Let's Pray, 7:30 p.m., Adventist World Headquarters. Pray with people from around the country during this live broadcast! For more information, visit the Ask-Me Desk.

18Help serve a meal to homeless individuals at Grassroots, 4:45-6:30 p.m. To help, contact Nathan Taylor at 478-737-4224.

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