Online Registration Cutoff: March 1st

For more information, forms, and to register online: www.minaz.org/equip/team-day

Nazarene special day of training and inspiration —

Loving God Loving Each Other Sunday, February 11th 6:00 p.m.

Testimonies of God’s love and provision through His people

Seasons A Monthly Publication of

Volume 16 Number 2; February 2018

“There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under heaven.” Ecclesiastes 3:1

On Sunday, October 8th, Brian Harmon is coming to Sparta Naz to give us some creative tools for sharing our faith with others. During a combined teen and adult Sunday School class at 9:15, he will be teaching some very practical ways that we can have conversa-tions with people about the LORD including our neigh-bors, classmates and even our family members.

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SERVICE CANCELLATIONS:

For cancellation information due to weather, please watch WZZM (13) or WOOD (8), or listen to radio stations WCSG (91.3) or WFUR (102.9) for details. Any cancellations will also be posted on Facebook and our church website (spartanaz.org) for your convenience.

FEBRUARY MEETINGS & EVENTS:

2/4: Growth Track 101 ……………………… 12:20 p.m.

2/6: Senior Adult Breakfast at Russ’…………. 9:00 a.m.

2/6: Creative Worship Planning ……………… 9:30 a.m.

2/10: Awana Derby Day ……………. 9:00 a.m. to Noon

2/11: Growth Track 201 ……………………... 12:20 p.m.

2/18: Growth Track 301 ……………………... 12:20 p.m.

2/18: Gleaners Self Defense Class ……………. 4:00 p.m.

2/20: NMI Council ……………………………. 7:00 p.m.

2/24: Awana Olympics Practice ……... 8:00 a.m. to Noon

2/25: Growth Track 401 ……………………... 12:20 p.m.

AND

We want to prepare our heats for the Celebration of Easter—our

Risen LORD. During our Wednesday night Bible Study,

beginning on Ash Wednesday (2/14), we will be walking our way

through John 13 through 17—This most precious legacy of

Jesus’ teaching, His final thoughts and messages to his

disciples through the writings of Maxie Dunnam. Come join us!

Have a Heart For Hungry Children In Sparta

February 11-14

Children's Ministries Outreach Ministries

Sparta Church of the Nazarene has partnered with Ridgeview Elementary School (Pre-school through 2nd grade) to supply weekend backpacks for those children at risk of going hungry.

‘Have a Heart for Hungry Children in Sparta’ by dropping off items listed below to the Hand2Hand Trailer at the Sparta Nazarene Church 665 13-Mile Road.

Sunday, 2/11 1:00—4:00 p.m.

Monday, 2/12 8:00 a.m.—6:00 p.m.

Tuesday, 2/13 8:00 a.m.—6:00 p.m.

Wednesday, 2/14 8:00 a.m.—6:00 p.m.

NEEDED ITEMS (No expired dates, please): Applesauce Cups Fruit & Grain Bars Granola Bars Fruit Snacks Canned Pasta Boxed Mac & Cheese (Spaghetti O’s/Ravioli) Canned Fruit Canned Vegetables Cans of Chicken (Corn, Peas or Green Beans) Chicken Helper Cans of Tuna Tuna Helper

** Monetary Donations also accepted

Volunteers Needed

Individuals or families needed to cover a 2 hour shift

during the donation times noted above are asked to

sign up in the binder at the Welcome Center.

February Schedule

February 7: Regular Awana Activities

February 10: Pinewood Derby Car Work Day

(9 am to Noon in Gym)

February 14: Heart Night—Wear red, pink and white! February 17: Pinewood Derby Grand Prix

at Kent City Baptist Church

February 21: Crazy Hat Night—Wear your craziest hat!

February 24: Practice for Awana Olympics

8-10 am Sparks

10 am to Noon T&T

February 28: Regular Awana Activities

All Senior Adults Breakfast!

When: Tuesday, February 6 at 9:00 a.m.

Where: Russ’ on Alpine (3531 Alpine Ave. NW)

Invite a friend or neighbor to join you for this time of

food and fellowship! All senior adults are welcome!

Senior Adult Ministries

NAZARENE NEIGHBOR

February Nuggets: This is a cold month. Donate mittens/hats/scarves

to someone you see out in the cold without them. Heating bills are high this time of the year. Offer

assistance to someone you think may be struggling with those bills. (In person or anonymously)

Keep gallon sized Ziploc bags filled with “Care Kit” contents to give to the homeless as you see them. (toothpaste/toothbrush, comb, shampoo, hand towel, antibacterial wipes, McDonalds gift card, Kleenex, granola bars, scarf, mittens, etc.)

Senior Adult Valentine’s Day Luncheon

Wednesday, February 14th at 11:30 a.m.

We will meet at Flo’s Pizzeria Ristorante (1259 Post

Drive NE, Belmont, MI 49306) where you can enjoy

either the buffet or order from the menu.

Come enjoy the food and fun fellowship!

"Kids Got Talent”

March 11, 2018 at 6pm!

This is a wonderful night where our kids (ages 2 through

6th grade) show off God’s gifts! If your child is interested

in sharing their talents, please fill out a Kids Got Talent

registration form which can be found at both the

Lighthouse Bay and Christ’s Cove desks.

This will be a wonderful evening to celebrate the gifts

God has given to each child so invite friends and loved

ones to this special night!

This year's show will be followed by a Bake Sale Auction

(by our own Art Smith and Noah Smith) in the Rich

Friendship Center (gym) where the kids will be raising

money for supplies for an electronic check-in system. We

hope to see you there!

Sparta Naz Church Directory

CHURCH DIRECTORY APP

1) Search “Instant Church Directory” at your app store.

2) Follow all instructions.

3) If no email is found, please contact the church office.

GROWTH TRACK is for every person that attends Sparta Naz. In four sessions, you will discover who we are, what we believe, and your place in the body of Christ. Whether you have been here for years or are newer worshipers at Sparta Naz, we are encouraging every person, youth through senior adults, to participate in this endeavor as we build relationships with each other and Become … Like Jesus. Session 101 – offered the 1st Sunday of the month Discovering Mission and Core Values of Sparta Naz Session 201 – offered the 2nd Sunday of the month Developing the Essential Disciplines of a Healthy Believer Session 301 – offered the 3rd Sunday of the month Discovering Your Place in the Body of Christ Session 401 – offered the 4th Sunday of every month Joining Sparta Nazarene’s Ministry Team The sessions will be held following the Sunday morning services. Food and childcare will be provided. You might take Session 101 in one month, and another session in a following month. They do not all have to be taken in one month, but rather over a span of time that is convenient for your family and schedule. Session size is limited to 12. You may use the special Growth Track Notebook at the Welcome Center to reserve your spots in February, March, October and November.

Please e-mail a current photo for the directory to the church office (spartanazarene@gmail.com). It is always helpful to match a face to a name and the church directory helps us all do exactly that.

ONLINE DIRECTORY

To view the directory from a web browser:

1) Go to members.instantchurchdirectory.com and click on

“First time signing in? Create a login now”

2) Enter your email address (must match the one we have on

file) and create your own password (8 characters long, with

2 special characters —capital letters, numbers or symbols)

3) You will receive an email from Instant Church Directory so

you can verify your email by clicking on the link. When

you click the link, it will open members.

instantchurchdirectory.com login page. This is the web

address you will use to view the directory on any computer.

Missions

‘Crafting in the Cove’ February 16th & 17th

If you sew, knit, crochet, paper craft, scrapbook or whatever your craft of choice may be—Come and join us! We will jointly order pizza for Friday dinner and a continental breakfast on Saturday will be furnished. Bring a ‘potluck’ salad for our lunch. Any additional snacks you want to bring to share will be welcome. Please pre-register at the Welcome Center or online at www.spartanaz.org

Women’s Ministries

We will be receiving the Alabaster Offering for

Nazarene Missions during the month of February in the foyer.

IT’S NOT TOO LATE! Come join the Easter

choir this year to express our love for the Savior.

‘Road to Calvary’ walks us down the path as we

follow Jesus’ footsteps from Nazareth, across the

hills of Galilee, traversing the Mount of Olives, and

walking a lifetime of steps towards Gethsemane.

Carrying the weight of our sins up Calvary’s hill, He

gave His life’s blood for the redemption of every

man, woman and child; there He established this

unimaginably beautiful truth for all people, for all

time … Calvary covers it all. Our next practice is on

Sunday, February 11, at 4:30 p.m.

Worship Arts Ministries

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Service Schedule

Sunday………………….. 9:15 am Sunday School for all ages

10:45 am Morning Worship

5:45 pm Thrive Student Youth Group

(7th—12th grades)

Wednesday……………. 6:45 pm AWANA( Toddler—6th grade)

7:00 pm Adult Bible Study & praise team

(Nursery available for all services)

To My Church Family,

Thank you for the cards, meals, and especially the

prayers for my surgery and recovery. I appreciate

them so much. A special thanks to Pastor Tim for

coming up to the hospital, praying with us and

sitting with Bill during the surgery. Praise the Lord

for His healing touch.

~Janet Hayes

I just wanted to take a minute to thank everyone

who took the time to express sympathy and

condolences to me and my family in our time of

grief. My father would have been truly humbled and

touched by all of the heart- felt sentiments. I cannot

wait to see him again as I know it will be a glorious

day! Thank you, church family, for the Love and

warm regards. ~Raelyn & Pete Rusco and Family

2018

Personal Safety

The Gleaners are offering a Self Defense Class at NO COST on Sunday afternoon, 2/18, in the Sparta Naz Rich Friendship Center from 4 to 6 p.m. for both men and women age 13 and up. The class with be taught by Jeff Wilson of Impact Marshal Arts.

Dinner will also be provided to class participants following the class. Transportation to/from the class is available, if needed.

Sign-up is required by February 4th at the Welcome Center or online at www.spartanaz.org

Thank you to our FABULOUS FACILITIES TEAM and

those that come alongside to assist in keeping our

church campus in tip-top shape. From painting

the gym walls, putting salt out and keeping our

sidewalks clear, to keeping our furnaces running and

even hanging our Sanctuary banner … WE ARE

GRATEFUL!