Tune in to our True North Radio program on KGMS 940 AM Sundays 6:00pm and Wednesdays 6:30am

11:00am - ARISE! (African expression of worship) All welcome. Meet in Fellowship Hall

*11:00am - Kaleidoscope (ExperienceGod through creative expression)

SUNDAY WORSHIP SERVICES

Children’s worship materials for children age 4—grade 5, can be found in the Sanctuary Lobby.

Nursery care for children age 3 and under available in Room 2 of the Children’s Education Bldg. Sundays, 7:45am-1:15pm

Hearing assistance devices available. See an Usher for help.

Campus-wide WiFi - Free and Password-Protected. Network name “npcguest”. See an Usher for password.

Seek God in Prayer - Visit the Prayer Garden, next to the Rowley Courtyard after services to pray with a member of our Prayer

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STAY INFORMED

CARING FOR OUR COMMUNITY

Celebrating with Joy

For the fellowship, farewell, fun, and food at Pastor Cheek’s retirement party

Chancel Flowers If you wish to dedicate flowers in honor of someone please contact the church office at 520 327 7121.

Praying for those who are

sick/hospitalized John Anderson

Bruce Barkley

Pat & Ted Belwish

Robin Burkhart

Mary Burnett

Jerry Carter

Ralph & Jacki Comey

Arline Dzuban

Janet Falsgraf

Joan Fox

Marian Hargrove

Christine Hawley

Sandra Marshall

Raymond McDaniel

Jayden McDougald

Maxine McKee

Bonnie Murphy

David Newton

Barbara Walker

John Walker

Mary Ruth Shropshire

Don Tyler

Welcome to Worship at Northminster We’re so pleased you’re here today - rejoicing in God’s victory of life and how that changes our lives. May God bless you on this glorious day. ~ Andrew Ross, Pastor

July 23, 2017

WORSHIP ENRICHMENT

GIVING

Northminster Presbyterian Church is able to share the love of Jesus locally and around the world through your generosity. Financial gifts may be made: • during the worship offering by using the pew envelopes• online through npctucson.org/give• by texting npctucson and an amount to 73256 (follow the

sign up link to enter payment information)• by mail to 2450 E. Fort Lowell Rd, Tucson, 85719.

To share the gospel of Jesus Christ through worship, discipleship and service in his name.

Our Mission

We Are Joyful & Alive In Christ!

*Indicates live streaming, Sundays at bit.ly/WatchNPCLive or 24/7on-demand at bit.ly/NPCOnDemand

*8:00am - Contemporary(Praise Band, children’s message)

*9:30am - Traditional(Choir, Organ, Sunday School)

Ministry Contacts

Andrew Ross, Pastor, Seniors & Men’s Ministry

Ken Skodiak, Associate Pastor, Youth Ministry, Missions,

Care, Young Adults

Pete Seiferth, Associate Pastor, Discipleship,

Multicultural Ministry

Amy Baum, Head of School, (520) 327-2321

Gail Fey, Pastoral Assistant, Worship Publications

Julia Higgins, Contemporary Music

Beth Hopkirk, Church Office

Jay Huffstutler, Financial Secretary

Dusty Johnson, Traditional Music

Bob Krepps, Building Maintenance

Kathy Lee, Church Administrator,

Assistant to Pastor Ross

Kathy Mallgren, Children’s Ministry

Sally Wiger, Ministries Coordinator,

Chris Yamanaka, Media Ministries, IT

Sheila Yamanaka, Social Media,

Community Engagement

Email addresses for staff first initial last name

@npctucson.org

CONTACT (520) 327-7121

email: office@npctucsn.org

2450 E Fort Lowell Rd, Tucson, AZ 85719

npctucson.org

“Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord

is, there is freedom. .” (2 Corinthians 3:17 NIV)

■ Let us know you were here■ Give/update your contact

information■ Request prayer

■ Share answered prayers/joys■ Ask questions■ Order a nametag■ Sign up for an event

CONNECT SERVE

Let us know you were here Please use the Welcome Card in your bulletin to:

Connecting people with Jesus Growing as disciples of Jesus Serving in Jesus’ name

GROW

Deacons’ Pantry - Groceries for those facing hard times. Needed: Toilet paper, cereal, green beans, and meals in a can. Drop off items at church. 8-4 M-Th, 8-3 F.

After the service: Head outside, to the Rowley Courtyard to visit and enjoy coffee and treats.

First Time Here? Stop by our Welcome Center to pick up a gift bag with information to help you get to know us.

HIGHLIGHTS African Worship Event today at 3pm Christmas Joy Offering . Please give generously.

Refugee & Immigrant Ministry (RIM) -Bicycle in good condition needed for transport to and from job for new arrival from Burundi. Young man, tall, eager to get established. Contact Lori Woods at ljwoods@cox.net

Queen-sized bed and new sheets still needed for young couple with children setting up apartment. Contact Lori Woods

Sunday Gatherings for Youth (Grades 6-12)

Super Sizzlin’ Summer at the Movies - Mid and Senior High Sunday School classes combine to watch and discuss a differ-ent movie weekly. Games and activities too. Meet in Senior High Room, 9:30am, Multipurpose Building.

Senior High Youth Group - Sundays, 4:30-6pm. A mix of connecting, learning, and recreation for students in grades 9-12. Meet in the Senior High Room.

Sunday School for Adults Pilgrim’s Progress Study from Ligonier Ministries. 11am,

Senior High Room.

Sermon on the Mount -11am. Senior High classroom.

Coming this Fall - Growing People Spiritually (GPS) Just like GPS in your car helps you find your location on the planet, GPS at NPC will provide opportunities for taking the next step on your journey of following Christ. More info soon.

NEW: Parables of Jesus - 10-11:30am, Wednesdays, Grundstrom Room. New study started on July 19 as part of WOW Women’s Bible Study. Contact L. Carey at 520.760.0596

Sunday Classes for Children (Age 4 - grade 5)

Worship & Wonder - Interactive hands-on worship activities for kids ages 4-8 after children’s message at 8:00am service. Pick up in Room 7, Christian Education Building.

Summer Bible BLAST

Up, Up, and Away. Children age 4 - Kindergarten. Uncover superhero qualities to see how God’s super power transforms ordinary into extraordinary. Meet in Room 5.

Holy Moly. Students in grades 1 - 4 follow superhero Jesus Christ from early childhood through early ministry. Meet in Rooms 8/9.

Blood Drive - August 6, 7:00am - 11:30am. Sign up in Rowley Courtyard between services, at Church Office or at redcross.org. Walk-Ins welcome.

Thank you for your generous gifts that help the work of Christ. Please consider leaving the next generation at NPC a legacy by

remembering us in your will or living trust.

Cookies - Help provide cookies for fellowship after services by buying or baking cookies and returning them to Church Office.

Night of Worship -Today at 3pm. Legendary Burundian gospel singer, Apollinaire Habonimana, presents a concert of uplifting music. Church Sanctuary. ALL Welcome.

Sample at https://store.cdbaby.com/cd/apollinairehabonimana

Summer Choir - Join the choir for one or more summer Sundays. At 8:30am in Fellowship Hall and sing at 9:30am in traditional service. All singers welcome.

Perimeter Team - Join this Men’s Ministry of impact. Keep cars and church secure during worship. Rotating shifts. Contact Steve Juhan for more information. 520.327.7121

Summer FunDays! Each Sunday throughout summer you are invited to share our joy with fun activities. Today we celebrate Christmas in July with grab bags as you leave the Sanctuary.

Next Sunday will be “I Love My Church” day.

Back-to-School Supplies - Help students at Cragin Elementary and NCS get ready for new school year. Fill a bag with school supplies. Shopping list and bags available Sunday in July in Rowley courtyard between services.

Sunday Drivers - You can help someone attend worship by driving them to church. Visit Deacons table in Rowley courtyard for more information.

Northminster Christian School - Enrollment Open NCS is an accredited school for children age two through third grade. Here they learn, grow, and are surrounded by God’s love. Students at NCS flourish in a Christ-centered, safe environment. Age-appropriate learning opportunities and activities abound. Scholarships available. To schedule tour or learn about curriculum, contact Amy Baum, Head of School. 520.327.2321 More info at npctucson.org/school

Christmas Joy Offering Today - Donations enable NPC to help the Assistance Program of the Board of Pensions financially support eligible employees and retirees (and their families) of the Presbyterian Church USA.

3 Ways to Give: Text JOY to 20222 to give $10 Go to presbyterianmission.org/give/christmasjoy Use the envelope in your bulletin and place in offering plate

Children’s 5th Sunday Family FUN Day -July 30, 9:30-10:30am Rooms 8/9. Parents join children for Eegees, watermelon, fun, games.

Youth Pool Party - for youth and their parents. Sunday, August 13, 9:30am-12:30pm. Schedule:

9:30-10:40 | Sunday School lesson and crazy games

10:45-12:30pm | Swim, activities, barbecue at Catalina Terrace Pool across from church’s South parking lot.

8:00am

July 23, 2017 Service of Worship Welcome! Thank you for silencing your cell phones during the worship service.

Feel free to join the worship leaders in singing or reflect in silence as we prepare for worship.

Gathering Music

Chain Breaker Praise Band

Welcome Andrew Ross

Invitation to Worship Julia Higgins

Songs of Praise

More Than Conquerors Jesus

Prayer and Offerings

Offering Song

No Longer Slaves

by Jonathan Helser, Brian Johnson, & Joel Case Greetings Ken Skodiak

Children’s Message Ken Skodiak

Series Living Good News Ken Skodiak Scripture Luke 13:1-17

Sermon You Are Set Free

Response

Amazing Grace (My Chains are Gone)

Blessing

“You are Set Free”

Luke 13:1-17

Ken Skodiak

July 23, 2017

For this week:

• Reflect on how your life is bearing the fruit of God’s Spirit withthose around you. Ask God to increase in you a fruit of the Ho-ly Spirit this week (Galatians 5:19-26).

• Is there one person for whom you could pray for healing thisweek. Do it! And check in on them …

• Claim the freedom from ______________ that our Lord wantsto give you!

To listen to today’s message again, or share it with a friend, you can find all our

Sunday-morning messages online at bit.ly/NPCSermons