With this letter, I am sad to announce my resignation as Pastor from New Market Christian Church. With this said, my wife will also be resigning from all ministry programs, including Youth Leader. This makes our last day, Sunday, July 13, 2014. We believe that in order to save the ministry of the Gospel of Jesus Christ to the community of New Market by NMCC, this is the action that will cause the least amount of damage to the ministry here.

The rumors going on here and in the community are too much of a strain on our family. We have reviewed the surveys and believe our effectiveness in the ministry here has been damaged too much to continue to serve at NMCC. The sad thing is that many of the rumors are false. Therefore, in order for our family to heal, we have decided with God’s guidance to resign and spend time away from ministry for a while. We have learned through this that God is leading our Pastoral Ministry to discipleship and outreach.

It is unfortunate that this has happened, because we saw great things happening here. However, God has shown us through this trial that trust in Him needs to be the main factor in everything. There are no hard feelings or bitterness harbored by us toward anyone, just hurt that will need time to heal. Forgiveness has been issued and we ask for the same. In time, all wounds heal through the blood of our Savior, Jesus Christ.

It is our prayer that as this church moves forward into the future that you seek God’s guidance in the decisions forthcoming. We pray that you keep The Great Commission in mind and remember that it is about Jesus Christ and His mission to save the lost. May you continue to grow in your relationship with Him and seek His face in all you do. You will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers.

Serving Christ always,

Ryan

May is a beautiful month. It is a great time to get outdoors and enjoy the beautiful weather. If you're a farmer, it's planting time!! However, it also tends to be busy...it doesn't matter who you are, there are graduations, Memorial Day, in addition to the birthday and anniversaries that take place. Take time and enjoy the month, because we have a lot planned, so stay tuned!





Thursday's @ 6:30pm - New Believer's Class: This class isn't just for New Believers, this is a refresher course for people in all walks of Christianity! Come and check it out and join the discussion.

May 10th from 1-4 - Graduation Open House: Larissa Homsher is graduating from college and the church is invited to the open house!

May 10th @ 5:30pm - Movie Nite: The movie will be "The Encounter". It is a movie about a group of people who get lost in the country on a detour, but end up Encountering Christ.

May 17th from 9am - 3pm - Women's Retreat: This event is a "Spring Cleaning for your spirit". It is for women of all walks to come and be refreshed from your "stinkin' thinkin'"!!

Memorial Day Weekend - May 24-26: Go and enjoy the weekend but be here for church on Sunday!!!

Boy am I glad Spring is here!! You are too probably! It's been a very long winter indeed. The cold seems to be behind us, the snow has melted and the weather is improving. The birds are chirping and the grass is getting greener by the day! New life is springing up all around us and what a perfect time because during the Passover & Resurrection season, it's all about the new life in Christ! Here are some of the upcoming things this month!


Thursday, April 17th - Maundy Thursday Candlelight Communion Service, 7pm

Friday, April 18th - Good Friday Community Service @ New Market Baptist, 7pm; Speaker: Pastor Ryan Bordner

Sunday, April 20th - Sunrise Community Service @ New Market Baptist, 7am;              Speaker: Pastor Bill Pike

Sunday, April 20th - NMCC Pitch-in Breakfast, 8am followed by the usual Sunday services.

Thursday, April 24th - The New Believers Small Group, 6:30 pm in the Old Annex. This 13 week class is one not just for New Believers, but believers of all kinds who want a review of the basics and an atmosphere to ask any kind of question dwelling on your mind.

February is the month for sweethearts, cold weather & snow, and cabin fever. Spring is rounding the corner, but it's still a ways off. So with all of the snow we've had this year, we're all about fit to be tied and ready to get out. Well, here's your chance! Here's what's going on at NMCC this month!!

January 26 (Sunday) - Family Game Night - Open to everyone in the church from 4 - 6 pm. Bring your favorite Game or play ours!  Also bring your favorite game night snack to share, and enjoy what others bring!

February 9 (Sunday) - Bowling Day - This is our Youth Outing for the Month! We will need chaperone's and anyone is welcome to join us! Please sign up with Miss Sherri by February 2nd to go. We will meet at the church at 3:45 and be back at 6:30.  

February 15 (Saturday) - Valentine's Dinner and Movie Date Night - This is an opportunity for all couples to come and enjoy a fabulous Dinner with all the sweet trimmings! It is a free will offering meal served by our Youth to benefit the Youth Fund! After dinner, we will show the Christian Comedy, Marriage Retreat by PureFlix Entertainment. The first 20 couples to RSVP will get a free copy of the movie!!! Dinner will be at 5:30 and the movie will be at 7pm. RSVP to the church office at 866-0421.

As always, the 1st Sunday of the month is Donut and Food Pantry Sunday! Come and enjoy great donuts, coffee, milk and juice along with the fellowship of others! Don't forget to bring your Food Pantry Donations to place in the boxes! Have a great February!

Well, did you make it?! The Block Party was a complete success!! Our 4th Annual went very well with all of the inflatables, Daniel Lusk the Illusionist and our Chicken and Noodles dinner! It was estimated that we had around 250 - 300 people here! Thank you so much New Market for your support!

With this said, our fall kickoff is September 28th for the Youth! It's a wiener roast, games, lessons and of course, smores!!! If you are interested in going, please contact the office by phone or email! Here is a taste of what's going on this fall!

Sunday, October 6th, Harvest Anniversary Dinner, starts at 9am Sunday School, 10 am Worship and a pitch in dinner to follow!

Thursday, October 31st, Neewollah at the Church! Details are yet to come, but look for some fun things!

 

It's that time again!!! Mark your calendars for Saturday, August 17th from 3-7pm! It's the 4th Annual New Market Christian Church Block Party!! We will have inflatables including a 65 foot obstacle course, a bounce house and a T-Ball inflatable to win prizes! Also, we will have Plinko, Operation and other games! Enter to win a raffle also!

But don't forget the ever famous New Market Christian Church Nite Owl's Chicken & Noodles Dinner! Serving begins at 4pm, so make sure you are there!

We will have Daniel Lusk, an Illusionist with us this year as well as the famous Slingshot Water Wars! The best part? It's all FREE!!!!!!!

JOIN US AT 300 S. 3RD ST IN NEW MARKET, IN! (We are located on the corners of 3rd and Locust Streets)

Ryan Bordner comes to us from Central Illinois and is a graduate of Lincoln Christian University. He has been a minister for 4 years, mainly serving in smaller towns and congregations. His wife Sherri and 2 girls are active in the ministry with him and relationships are the key to everything in their ministry. They love to fellowship and spending time with other believers.

During the first few months of their ministry, their goal is to visit with all of the members at New Market at least once, just to get to know each other. Always be on the lookout for open houses at the parsonage or various activities going on at the church. Check back continually for updates!