NEW 9:00 A.M. SERVICE BEGINS
A second Sunday morning worship service begins next Sunday, February 14. This will give members and visitors an option of a time and also allows for growth as we have reached the fire code limit at the 11:00 A.M. service. That’s good news! The 9:00 A.M service will be similar in style to the 11:00 AM service. Come early, stay for Bible study and be out by 10:45 AM.

COMMITMENT 2010
Pledges for financial support of New Hope’s ministries in 2010 total $108,647 to date. Pledges do not require a signature and you will not be “dunned.” Thirty-nine commitments have been made by members and friends of New Hope. Of these 19 are from couples and 20 are from individuals. These commitments represent around 58 per cent of our attendees. We fell short of budget needs in 2009, so these pledges will allow us to know what to expect on a weekly/monthly basis. The Church Council met with Marsh Collins, a retired church fund raising expert, on January 26.
Commitment 2010 also is more than a financial effort. Cards included spaces to check if you will pray for New Hope and be involved in Bible study and worship.

2010 BUDGET APPROVED
The congregation in business session on Wednesday, January 27, approved the 2010 budget of $183,108 as recommended by the finance committee. Copies are available on request if you missed the meeting. Liability insurance was increased to cover the proposed children’s play ground and transporting children and youth on church-related events. Playground equipment is being donated by the City of Daytona Beach Shores.