It's so easy! After you watched the weekly message, use your smart phone to send a text message to the church phone # 352-683-2600. Text the word "CHECK" and send along, instantly you will be sent a link and if you follow that link you can check in yourself and any others in your household as having viewed the weekly message. This helps us stay connected to you and know that you are actively participating in the life of the church. Go ahead and save the number as a contact in your phone as there will be additional features available as well.

Pastor Greg is preaching on "Growing in Grace: The Essence of Worship” with scripture from 1 Corinthians 14 (NIV). If you missed a week or enjoy hearing a sermon again, you can find this and more archived dates through the link below.

Night of Worship through Song will be held on Saturday March 29th at 5 pm in building B. We are having a Spaghetti Dinner (gluten free noodles available) at 5 pm with music to follow. Cherie Gamble will be leading us in song, and we will be singing your favorite hymns! Use the button below to sign up so we know to expect you for dinner!

Saturday, April 5^th  from 2 pm-4 pm-

SpringLife hosts our first ever- Spring-TASTIC a family-friendly event for all ages! There is something for everyone: Games, bounce house, food including cotton candy, hot dogs, and popcorn, vote for your favorite Dessert in our contest, check out the fire truck, decorate a cookie, have your face painted, and play in the sensory-friendly, fantastic Foam Monster Bubbles shot out of a cannon for super- TASTIC fun at every age!  Mark your calendar and invite your friends! Don’t miss this fantastic, bubble-blasting, Spring kick-off community event. 

We are looking for Spring-Tastic volunteers for this event. This will be a great event for our community. It takes about 50 volunteers to make it happen. You can sign up below to join the team.

Bakers Wanted! We are looking for your award winning dessert recipes. Whether it's a cake, pie or cookies, we hope you will enter it in our Spring-TASTIC events dessert bake-off contest, Saturday, April 5. Dessert judging begins at 2:30pm, so bring your favorite dessert for our  judges to sample. Sign up on the Central HUB. If you have any questions, see Kris Freeze or Jen Brown.  

The Gift of Life...Easter is nearing again to the delight of the little ones. Now is the time for you to be a delight to those in need of your donation of blood. The Bloodmobile will be here April 6th from 8 am to 2 pm if needed that long. Please eat a healthy breakfast so you also feel good before and after. This truly is a Gift of Life for those receiving your donation. A big Thank You is always waiting for you when you do donate. See you in the back court yard. All donors will receive a LifeSouth Umbrella and a free cholesterol screening.

Sunday Adult Class meets at 9 am, in the Sanctuary building:

Rock for All Ages in S# 2. All are welcome. We meet all year long! We meet every Sunday morning at 9:00 in Room #2. Our curriculum is Bible Studies for Life. We are a discussion group where we want everyone to feel comfortable contributing to the lessons.

Christianity Today in S#4. All adults welcome.

Lamplighters Bible Study Tuesdays: meets at 11 am in bldg D, classroom #3, with Mariann Eckman leading a study on the book of Romans. This weekly study is open to all.  

Pastor Greg's Wednesday Bible study is on 1 Corinthians. Pastor Greg gives an in-depth study coinciding with his Sunday sermons. The group meets at 6 pm in bldg B and continues through April 16, 2025.

Bible study on "Miracles". Dave LaForme will be leading a 4 week class on "miracles", Wednesdays from May 7 thru May 28, at 6 pm in bldg B. The raising of Lazarus, the feeding of the 5000, and Jesus walking on the water - we're all familiar with these miracles Jesus performed. But why did he do them, and what do these miracles mean for our lives 2000 years later? We'll examine the miracles of Jesus. Demons, healings, resurrections and miracles of nature - we'll cover them all.

Men's Apologetic's Bible study Tuesdays at 8:30 a.m. Now meeting at Panera's on Hwy 19. Come join our group.

Men's Bible study meets Thursdays, at 8:30 am in Bldg D, classroom #3.

Woman's "Mary Martha" Bible study meets the third Tuesday of each month at 1:30 pm in bldg D, classroom #3. We continue with our Armor of God study. 

"Act Like Men"...Bible study meets one Saturday of each month in bldg A. It runs from 8:30-10 AM. Next meeting is April 12th. As Proverbs 27:17 says "As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another." We have started a breakfast potluck "tradition" where each person brings something to share. Could be a casserole, bacon, pancakes, hash browns, fresh fruit, coffee, What would you like to bring? Come with Bibles ready. Hope to see you there!!

New Precepts Bible study on the Psalms You needed to sign up for this Monday in-depth study. The class is full.

Greg's Wednesday Bible studies on line - The entire study of the Book of Hebrews has been recorded, and his current study on 1 Corinthians is also on-line. If you are unable to come evenings, miss a day, you're part of the Choir or Music Band, OR you just want to grow in a Bible study, this gives you the opportunity to watch them at your convenience. Click the link below for the youtube page to choose to follow along with Pastor Greg.

Our Children's Director is Tonya Stout. You can find her along with an amazing volunteer team each Sunday morning in Building C at 10:30. Entry is the west door with the catwalk leading to the Sanctuary. Join us for faith-filled fun for ages 4yrs- 5^th grade.

KIDS’ CHURCH—

Our doors open at 10:15 am on Sunday. This allows time for parents to check their kids in and get to church on time. Kids church worship begins at 10:30 am and is interactive with hands-on activities, Bible Stories, songs, crafts and more.

Pick up time for your kids is immediately following the service.

Our curriculum is Bible based. We love that our children are inquisitive and enjoy engaging in conversations about the Bible, the lesson, and sometimes challenge us with some of their thought-provoking questions requiring us to dig a little deeper or even research the answers.  

FIRST TIME GUESTS:

Check your child into building A. You will be greeted when you arrive. We will collect your contact information as well as your child’s information to provide the best experience possible for your child.

After the service, you return to the same space pick-up your child.

We ask that you notify us of any allergies and/or other pertinent information we may need to know about your child.

The Youth Group meets each Sunday evening from 5 pm - 6:30 pm in building A inviting all teens to join us for an hour filled with Bible teachings, food, games and Jesus. Mike Conway is our Youth Minister. Each week we begin with a fun time, usually a game of modified volleyball. Then we come together for a lesson and time for discussion. If time permits, we conclude the evening with a little more fun. We would like to encourage all of the youth from sixth grade to twelfth grade to come and join us for an evening of fun and growing in our faith, understanding, and knowledge of our Lord.

We are committed to building stronger generations of faith, hope and love through Jesus Christ. From Biblical teaching and group discussion to wild games and fun, SpringLife is the place for youth to be.

Mark your calendar and come out to support the Youth. They are having a Car Wash on Saturday, May 3rd from 10 am to 1 pm.

Food Pantry Help Needed:

One of the things that makes our Food Pantry so special and valued by clients is both the quantity and variety of items we are able to give them. Canned and dry goods, meats, fresh produce, breads & pastries and an assortment of food products like milk & yogurt, We have dedicated drivers that pick up from 2 Publix locations and 4 Dollar Generals! Do you have a large vehicle or pickup and time to join one or more of the early morning routes to pickup food products from these locations? Your help would be greatly appreciated. Please contact Jim Pollard at 727.452.7052 and ask about helping with pickups. 

KIDS CHURCH VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:

 SpringLife Kids ministry is dedicated to building stronger faith foundations for our children.  We are looking for volunteers to help us expand our ministry to give our kids opportunities to experience God and His love through different media.  

  There is a place for everyone…..here are just some of the places we could use your help. We are looking to expand our ministry to give our kids opportunities to experience God and His love through different media.  

1.    Sunday mornings- Volunteers to be extra hands with lessons.  Includes assisting with fun activities- no teaching involved. Commitment of 1 time per month at 10:30.

2.    Game Leader- Looking for 1-2 volunteers to lead special game 1 time a month / or every 2-3 months (flexible).   Volunteers can create their own game or we can work together.  

3.    Music – Looking for volunteers -someone who would like to lead a special music activity 1 time per month/ 3 months. This can be a hand motion song, ribbon activity, etc. 

4.    Special Crafts- Holiday/ series based/ special occasion- Volunteer/ assist with special larger scale craft a few times per year.

5.    Special Event Volunteer- Look for volunteers willing to help with extra events like Kids night out/ Advent/ Lent/ Etc. 1-3 times per year. This does not include VBS.

6.    Snack Divas- Volunteers willing to make special treats for the kids a few times per year. Can be done from home.

7.    Prep Specialist- Volunteers who are willing to cut or package materials for lessons this can be done from home.  

Contact Children's Ministry, Tonya Stout for more information.

VOLUNTEER Requirements for Children's Ministry:

·        Complete Background Check

·        Training / Orientation

Gawahi Hope Center for Orphans

There are more than 4 million orphaned children in Pakistan. In  addition to the death of the parent(s) this can occur from inability or unwillingness to provide care for a child because of poverty, abandonment, or a new marriage. These vulnerable children are often at high risk for exploitation, trafficking and other forms of abuse. Gawahi Hope Center in Khawaja Goth is one of the only shelters in the region. The Center provides a safe home for 30 orphaned children, including young girls who are often abused and forgotten in Pakistani society. The guarded Center serves meals, provides transportation for school, offers medical care, and gives Christian guidance to nurture hope and stability in a faith-based setting. You have an opportunity to transform the life of a child. If SpringLife Church can raise gifts totaling $1,700 it would support one orphan for the year at Gawadi Hope Center and give the child spiritual growth and life skills needed for a brighter future. 

To donate please use the link below and choose the March MOM. Thank you for your contribution. 

Our Parking Lot Concert moved indoors! It was a blast! 175 people (quite a few from the community) came to hear China Grove do a lively tribute to the Doobie Brothers. The LightHouse was rockin and the band sang and played beyond their anticipated time! Even though there was a chill in the air (outside), many people enjoyed ice cream from the Tippacanoe Truck.

Foodie Tour's... where friends meet friends!

The next Foodie Lunch Tour will be at one of our favorite stops...Coyote Rojo Restaurant located at 5375 Spring Hill Dr. Sign up on the Central Hub if you’d like to join us, and meet us there Thursday, April 10th at 11:30 am. 

Next Foodie Dinner Tour, April 17th, location TBD

Church Family Lunch... We wish to thank chef Angie McCoy for her leadership in starting this lunch. Keep her family in prayer as circumstances prevent her from participating at this time. NOTE: We are not having an Easter lunch, but stay tuned for another possible gathering in April. The Lunch is typically held the third Sunday of each month in bldg B after the worship service with a delicious buffet offered, prepared by Chef Jenn Yavorsky, a small crew, and anyone wishing to bring a dish to share. Because of its tremendous popularity, please be sure to sign up each month on the Central HUB, let us know how many people to expect, and if bringing a dish, what you’d like to share. This helps our chef anticipate to amount of food to prepare, our custodians set up enough tables and chairs, and gives you the opportunity to be a blessing to others by bringing a special dish you'd like to share, and/or helping clean up after.

GriefShare began this current group Feb 6th of 13 self-contained guidelines to help you along your journey. We will offer this 13-week group support again in the fall.

Our next Bloodmobile drive is Sunday, April 6th. Remember to eat a good breakfast before donating. The LifeSouth bus should be parked in the back court yard at 8:30 am until everyone wishing to donate has been attended to. Thank you to the 10 people that took time to go to the Gift of Life Bloodmobile Sunday, February 2nd. You are “life savers.” If you miss the opportunity and donate at one of their other stops or locations, you should let them know you are representing SpringLife Church. And, did you know if anyone from our church is in the hospital and needs a transfusion (even if you never donated), you should mention SpringLife Church and the billing department should allow you credit because of our generous donors! ~Thanks, Lois Peters. Please consider donating, the need is urgent. All donors will receive a LifeSouth umbrella.

Prayer Requests Ministry

45 Prayer Partners receive updates on all prayer requests via email, to pray over and intercede for requests each week. You may wish to be included as a prayer partner so call Lorenda in the office to add your email to the group. Submit prayer requests through our website or call the church office. We celebrate Praises and answers to prayer also. Prayer requests, updates and praises are shared each week as the Prayer list is updated and sent to all in the Ministry weekly either via email and on the printed copy found in the Sanctuary lobby each Sunday.

Prayer Shawl Ministry: We wish to thank Jackie Stout for stepping into the leadership role in August 2019 even though she does not knit or crochet! Jackie needs to step down (at least for a time). She served the prayer shawl ministry faithfully, keeping the monthly meeting going, distributing hundreds of shawls as requests would come in for anyone needing the comfort and healing prayers the shawls provide in times of illness, distress, or even celebrations like a new baby!

Did you know the ladies of this ministry make more than just prayer shawls and baby blankets? They created colorful purses for the girl's Christmas Shoeboxes (Oct MOM), hats for cancer patients, and more. The ladies meet the third Wednesday of the month at 10:30 am in building D, classroom #1. Next meeting will be April 16th. We also have a supply of yarn for you to use when making the shawls.

If you like to knit or crochet, you can bring your finished shawls to the meeting or to the office for Pastor to bless. It's very important to follow the size guidelines. We have found these sizes to be best… For Baby Prayer Blankets: approximate size 29” by 29”. NO fringe please, and also solid soft colors are preferred. For Adult Prayer Shawls - please keep them to this size: 26” by 60” (no fringe), or 26” x 55” (with fringe). This adult size is very important—if they are too short, they don’t wrap around an adult comfortably. If they are too long and have extra fringe, they can get caught in the wheels of a wheelchair and create a safety hazard. ~

LIBRARY MINISTRY—Our library is outstanding as those who regularly stop in for something to read will tell you. We have a huge selection of fiction, non-fiction, devotions, biographies, Bible studies, reference books, humor, CD's DVD's, and so much more! We recently received a donation of 4 bags of fiction and historical fiction stories. So there is always something new at the library! The books can be lent out for a month at a time to our regular church attendees. Year-long devotions, for a full year! We even have a "Freebie" section located on the shelves to the left as you enter the library with Bibles, magazines, devotions, and inspirational reading material.

Do you love to read and be around books, lots of them? If you are looking for a place to volunteer, but are limited in time, maybe the library is the place for you. You could serve on a rotation schedule. We will train you on the check in / check out process and feel certain you will enjoy your time serving. You can also visit with patrons as they stop in to look for specific items or just to say hello.

Volunteer Opportunities:

·       Tuesday mornings from 10 – noon, on a rotation schedule.

·       Sunday mornings 10:00 – 10:30 and 10:30 – 11:45 on a rotation schedule.

·       We can discuss additional opportunities if it better suits your schedule.

Library circulation remains active. We appreciate donations and we evaluate each one for cataloging into the library, to offer them on the “free shelf” or to donate to other entities depending on condition, topic, and if the item is currently available in the library. We have a vast collection of books cataloged on the web for you to check out.

The library is open whenever the church is open. If the librarian, or volunteer, are not available, you can check out books by writing your name and the complete date on the card and leaving the card on the desk. You will find the card in the back of the book, CD, or DVD. If you can only make it during the week, the office will be happy to let you into the library to "check out" our material.

Thank you for your continued interest and support in the SpringLife Church Library.   ~Lois Johnson, Librarian

Congregational Care Report- Monthly Report

“Carry one another’s burdens; in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.” Galatians 6:2

Care Companions

We currently have 7 active Care Companions.

We have seen some recent changes in need and could benefit from a couple of NEW Care Companions who could call on our members. 

Tuesday night dinners. You need to register on-line for this dinner each week. We offer dine in only. Max seating is 60. Our Purpose: We serve in Jesus’ Name to share and fellowship all He has set before us, providing food for the body and spiritual support for the soul. We give a devotion, offer prayers, and share Christ through the dine-in experience. We can always use a few more volunteers. ~ Jan Griffioen 

The drive-thru Pantry is open every Wednesday from 9 am to 2 pm in the back parking lot. We are in great need of volunteers to help on Wednesday, Thursday and Fridays. You can sign up through the link above under "Volunteer Opportunities" if interested.

Thank you for your monetary donations . With your help, we are able to purchase items in quantity and at a lower cost than what is displayed on grocery shelves and fliers. Your generous contributions are quickly turned into food for our clients. The products received from Farm Share have decreased due to their funding which in turn has caused our expenses to increase. God Bless , ~Larry & Rose Milks

Important Food Pantry info: The most beneficial way you can help us assist the needy in the community is through second-mile donations, marked for the Food Pantry. However if you really want to contribute specific food items, cereals are preferred over canned goods. PLEASE be sure to check the expiration date before giving. We are not allowed to give food beyond that date. And as always, thank you so much for your continued support helping us serve the community.

Ladies in Faith Together "L.I.F.T."

L.I.F.T. is one of our special Women's groups. It was created when the ladies of our church saw the need to continue a women's ministry after leaving the U.M.C. About twice a year the LIFT Board (8 members) and a few dedicated extra volunteers have hosted special events like our Christmas Tea, a Valentine Treat, and Autumn Leaves. The very active Prayer Shawl ministry is also under the umbrella of LIFT. If you are interested in becoming an active L.I.F.T. board member or volunteer , please contact the office.

Ladies in Faith Together brings ladies together approximately 3 times a year with special fellowship events. Jackie Stout, the current president, is stepping down due to health issues. Two long time team members are also resigning. Please search your hearts and be in prayer about leading this group or becoming a L.I.F.T. Team member. We are all called to serve. This may be your calling. Let's keep this ministry going. Contact Jackie Stout at 479-531-2878.

The Bible on Video

Some of the most beautiful passages of the Bible can be found in Psalms, and the first four books in the New Testament, which are filed with the spoken words of Jesus. Many of our SpringLife members and guests have recorded chapters and whole books for your listening enjoyment. All New Testament books are available, as well as many of the Old Testament favorites. Accessing them is easy - go to the home web page and click "Watch" at the top, then click Video Bible Readings. From there you will have your choice of Books to watch, and even chapters. We would love volunteers willing to help us finish recording the Old Testament books (filled with challenging names). If you are up to the challenge, call the office. We'd love to complete the Bible. As Pastor Greg says You may not know how to pronounce the names, but as Pastor Greg says, “Be bold and no one will know the difference.” Be bold for Christ. Sign up to read Bible chapters.

It's our privilege to serve this congregation and be a part of what God is doing in the lives of His people here and we look look forward to seeing where He moves in 2025.

Finance Update thru : 2024

Operating Expenses: $604,214

Operating Income: $577,566

Mortgage Expenses: $52,875

Mortgage Giving: 45,372