North Platte Berean Church
Ascended and Seated
As evangelical Christians in western Nebraska in 2023, it's easy to get tunnel vision and forget that we’re part of a MUCH bigger story. A story that has included many Christians in many parts of the world over the course of centuries. The Apostles’ Creed is a helpful reminder of the common confession we all share – the essentials of knowing and following Jesus. Like the moon, it has no light of its own, but it reflects the light of the Scriptures it’s based on. Join in as we let the Apostles’ Creed point us back to God’s Word, giving us a well-rounded understanding of the faith and a deeply-rooted sense of our place in the community of believers throughout history.
Locations & Times
North Platte Berean Church
202 W 8th St, North Platte, NE 69101, USA
Sunday 8:00 AM
Sunday 9:15 AM
Sunday 11:00 AM
Sunday 6:00 PM
ConnectCard
We’d love to connect and be a spiritual resource for you – please fill out a ConnectCard (in seat pocket or npberean.org/cc). If you’re new, bring it to the information center for a welcome gift.
https://npberean.org/ccMore Details
PDF bulletin: npberean.org/sundayprint
NEW HERE?
• Sunday large gatherings: 8, 9:15, 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. (livestream info: npberean.org/live)
• Bibles: available free at information center
• Sound levels: assisted listening devices and earplugs available at sound booth
• Office hours: Mon.-Thu. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. (closed Tue. 1:30-2:30 p.m. for staff meeting)
• Contact us: npberean.org, npberean@npberean.org, 308-532-7448
FOR FAMILIES
• Mother's Room: A private place to care for your baby and still connect to the gathering via livestream – follow signs north of auditorium.
• Kids Connect (infant-grade 6): Available at 9:15 and 11 a.m. – check-in east of Commons or upstairs from foyer. Kids also welcome in large gatherings.
• Sola (grades 6-12): Wednesdays 6:30-8:30 p.m. Meet in 252 Room/Commons.
NEW HERE?
• Sunday large gatherings: 8, 9:15, 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. (livestream info: npberean.org/live)
• Bibles: available free at information center
• Sound levels: assisted listening devices and earplugs available at sound booth
• Office hours: Mon.-Thu. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. (closed Tue. 1:30-2:30 p.m. for staff meeting)
• Contact us: npberean.org, npberean@npberean.org, 308-532-7448
FOR FAMILIES
• Mother's Room: A private place to care for your baby and still connect to the gathering via livestream – follow signs north of auditorium.
• Kids Connect (infant-grade 6): Available at 9:15 and 11 a.m. – check-in east of Commons or upstairs from foyer. Kids also welcome in large gatherings.
• Sola (grades 6-12): Wednesdays 6:30-8:30 p.m. Meet in 252 Room/Commons.
Giving
• On Sunday: use wooden boxes by auditorium doors
• Online: npberean.org/give
• Text: text any amount to 84321
• Mail: 202 W. 8th St., North Platte, NE 69101
• Online: npberean.org/give
• Text: text any amount to 84321
• Mail: 202 W. 8th St., North Platte, NE 69101
Kathy Huebner Appreciation Opportunity
North Platte Berean Church is grateful for the many years Kathy Huebner served faithfully on staff here. She touched the lives of so many of us – we served with her in Kids Connect, we were in Grow Groups or other personal relationships with her, she equipped us by taking us to conferences or connecting us to service opportunities like mentoring in our local schools, and so much more.
Since Kathy's departure from staff, we have been seeking ways that perhaps we could work together to express our appreciation to her. We don't know what may be possible in the days ahead, but at least as a first step, what we'd love to do is compile a memory book for her – here's how you can help!
1. Write a short note sharing how Kathy has impacted your life, a few words of appreciation, what you're praying for her, etc.
2. If possible, include a picture of yourself (just you, or you with Kathy).
3. Email your note and picture to Lorre McKeone at lorremckeone@npberean.org (Lorre will be compiling these memories into a book that we can then present to Kathy, when the time is right).
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Becky Hasenauer at the church office (308-532-7448). We hope this will be a meaningful if small way for us to honor the many contributions Kathy has made to our church family and our community over the years of her ministry here.
Since Kathy's departure from staff, we have been seeking ways that perhaps we could work together to express our appreciation to her. We don't know what may be possible in the days ahead, but at least as a first step, what we'd love to do is compile a memory book for her – here's how you can help!
1. Write a short note sharing how Kathy has impacted your life, a few words of appreciation, what you're praying for her, etc.
2. If possible, include a picture of yourself (just you, or you with Kathy).
3. Email your note and picture to Lorre McKeone at lorremckeone@npberean.org (Lorre will be compiling these memories into a book that we can then present to Kathy, when the time is right).
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Becky Hasenauer at the church office (308-532-7448). We hope this will be a meaningful if small way for us to honor the many contributions Kathy has made to our church family and our community over the years of her ministry here.
Dan Smith's Sabbatical
According to our staff sabbatical policy, all full-time staff, after 6 years of continuous service to Berean, may request up to 3 months of sabbatical leave.
Dan started in June 2013, so he has eclipsed the 6 years by a long while! Therefore, he'll be on sabbatical from June 19 through September 10. We'll have more details in the weeks to come, but we wanted you to be aware of this.
Dan started in June 2013, so he has eclipsed the 6 years by a long while! Therefore, he'll be on sabbatical from June 19 through September 10. We'll have more details in the weeks to come, but we wanted you to be aware of this.
This Week's Sermon: Ascended & Seated
The Apostles' Creed
I believe in God, the Father almighty,
creator of heaven and earth;
And in Jesus Christ his only Son our Lord;
who was conceived by the Holy Spirit,
born of the Virgin Mary,
suffered under Pontius Pilate,
was crucified, dead, and buried.
He descended to the dead.
The third day he rose again from the dead.
He ascended into heaven,
and sitteth on the right hand of God the Father almighty.
From thence he shall come to judge the living and dead.
I believe in the Holy Spirit,
the holy catholic* Church,
the communion of saints,
the forgiveness of sins,
the resurrection of the body,
and the life everlasting. Amen.
* catholic = universal
I believe in God, the Father almighty,
creator of heaven and earth;
And in Jesus Christ his only Son our Lord;
who was conceived by the Holy Spirit,
born of the Virgin Mary,
suffered under Pontius Pilate,
was crucified, dead, and buried.
He descended to the dead.
The third day he rose again from the dead.
He ascended into heaven,
and sitteth on the right hand of God the Father almighty.
From thence he shall come to judge the living and dead.
I believe in the Holy Spirit,
the holy catholic* Church,
the communion of saints,
the forgiveness of sins,
the resurrection of the body,
and the life everlasting. Amen.
* catholic = universal
Jesus ______________ in ______________
(ascended, glory)
(ascended, glory)
Jesus' _________________ was "__________"
(command, Wait)
(command, Wait)
The Baptism with the Holy Spirit
RA Torrey (1856-1928) was a theologian and pastor who wrote widely on the ministry of the Holy Spirit. Reading someone not from our contemporary context can have drawbacks (they may not realize the implications of our unique moment in history), but they are also free from our current trappings of thinking and assumptions. May this link stir your heart for the timeless truth of the Holy Spirit!
https://books.google.com/books?id=LIsTAAAAYAAJ&dq=baptism%20with%20the%20holy%20spirit%20torrey&pg=PP1#v=onepage&q=baptism%20with%20the%20holy%20spirit%20torrey&f=falseJesus is ______________ in ______________
(seated, power)
(seated, power)
Talk It Over
Visit npberean.org/grow-groups to find a group, start a group, or get more resources.
What was one thing from this week’s sermon that impacted/challenged me?
• Treasuring God: What is God showing me about himself?
• Being Transformed: How is God challenging me to grow? What is my next step in this?
• Loving Others: Who do I have opportunity to live out these truths with this week?
• Pursuing Unity: How can we take a step in this area, to unite us more closely together?
Visit npberean.org/grow-groups to find a group, start a group, or get more resources.
What was one thing from this week’s sermon that impacted/challenged me?
• Treasuring God: What is God showing me about himself?
• Being Transformed: How is God challenging me to grow? What is my next step in this?
• Loving Others: Who do I have opportunity to live out these truths with this week?
• Pursuing Unity: How can we take a step in this area, to unite us more closely together?
Next Week's Sermon
From his place of seating on the Father's right hand, Jesus will return to judge the living and the dead. All people...from every nation...throughout history will one day be justly judged by Jesus. How do we react when we consider the judgment Jesus will bring? Are we gleeful that "those people" will finally get what they deserve? Do we fear what he might say to us? May we be people who approach his coming judgment with humble assurance as well as sorrowful urgency for those who don't yet know Christ.
https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=matt+25%3A31-46&version=ESV