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Church of the New Vision

of the New Vision and Pastors Kenneth and Deborah Hodge welcome you to 718-671-8746, and Pastor’s phone: 914-522-5039.

Happy, Healthy New Year to all.

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Our scripture verse for 2024 is: Hebrews 12:2 NIV “

Sunday service at 11:00 a.m. All are welcomed. Masks are required and temperature will be taken.

Noon Day Prayer Line now open 12-12:30 p.m. Wednesday Night Prayer

January 7th Worship Service Theme:

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30 KJV are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn of my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.”

Announcements & Save the Dates

Friday, January 12 – Join the Women’s book discussion on “Of Fire and Lion” by Mesu Andrews. To RSVP and obtain information, call 718-671-2623 or email Sis. L Scott at and Flu shots, eye exam and blood pressure testing. Bring family, friends and guests. All are welcome.

Saturday, February 10 –present “A Blueprint for Wellness” at the church location, 135 Einstein Loop from 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

Wednesday, August 14 – Now accepting $50 deposits to see “Daniel” at the Sight & Sound Theatre. Adults, $215/Youth, $175.

We continue to pray for speedy recovery for the sick and shut-in, and offer condolences to families who lost loved ones and good health and wellness for all.

Vision, P.O. Box 75-3037, Einstein Station, Bronx, NY 10475. Thank you.

—Brenda Brown

Circle of Christ Church

Iglesia Circulo De Cristo

I heard you, but I was afraid!

In this new year 2024, do you want more from God or less of God? It is time to leave 2023 behind us and begin to live intentionally this New Year. We must stop hiding and allow the power of God to propel us into the areas of life where we can be used to uplift and bless others.

(Genesis 3:9) “But the Lord God called to the man, where are you? He answered, I heard you in the garden, and I was afraid because I was naked; so, I hid. And he said, who told you that you were naked?”

1. “I heard you:” You were present, you were active, and you were available. You called me.

2. “and I”: I exalted myself above you, turned from you because I focused on myself and found an excuse to hide from you. Fellowship with you became painful to me.

3. “was afraid:” My sin, my pride, my shame, my low self-esteem, I became stuck in them. Some people are still grieving over the mistakes of their past dwelling on how they failed God. Yet, the truth is that you can only fail someone who does not know what you are capable of. God knew of our failure before we ever failed.

4. “Who told you?” Who confessed, declared, confronted, conquered and overcame you?

Yet there is still hope to overcome our fears. We must turn to God and allow him to prune and propel us into the person he wants us to be. Focus on God’s goodness and stay strong.

(Luke 13:6) the man who took care of the vineyard, For three years now I’ve been comshould it use up the soil? Sir, the man replied, leave it alone for one more year, and I’ll dig around it and fertilize it. cut it down.”

Whatever life throws at you this year use it as fertilizer for growth and maturity. Schedule

147 Dreiser Loop (lower level)

The church will be open Mon.-Sat. at 6 p.m. throughout January for prayer.

Sunday Spanish, 9 a.m., and English Service at 11:30 a.m.

Tuesday: Prayer, 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Wed. & Thurs.: Non-perishable food distribution from 12-2 p.m.

Thursday: Prayer/Bible Study 6:30-8 p.m.

Friday: Youth Service (Operation Grace) 6:30-9 p.m.

Saturday: All fellowships are postponed until February.

––Pastor Luis F. Ramos Jr.

St. Joseph’s Episcopal Anglican Church

NY 10475. E-mail: stjosephsepc@aol.com further notice. We are gradually getting back to normal.

In-person worship service for the second Sunday after The Epiphany will be conducted by Father Simeon Johnson at the church on Sunday, January 14, at 9 a.m. as well as via teleconference. Please also remember to tune in for the usual teleconference weekday prayers at noon. To participate by teleconference, dial

Reminder! Our Sunday School will reopen tomorrow, Sunday, January 14. Please be prepared to take your young children and/or grandchildren with you on Sundays.

It is that time of year again when we collect, complete and return our Pledge Cards. as an offer to volunteer our time and talent where and when possible. Please remember to pray about these commitments and do the best that you can.

Our Annual General Meeting will take place immediately after the church service on Sunday, January 28. Please note your calendar accordingly.

Sincere condolences to our members, families and friends who have recently lost loved ones. May the souls of the departed rest in perfect peace.

To our sick and shut-in, we extend our well wishes and prayers for a speedy recovery.

Happy Birthday and best wishes to all the January birthday celebrants.

We at St. Joseph’s are collecting food (cans and dry goods) for the food for those in need.

Merville Chambers

Co-op City United Methodist Church IEMU de Co-op City

Open Doors, Open Hearts, and Open Minds.

Come and Visit Us – We are a multi-ethnic and bilingual Bible-centered spiritual growth, fellowship and service to God and our community Services are held in-person at 2350 Palmer Avenue across from Building 30. Parking is available. You can also participate with us via (904 4685745) or -

–Pastor, David Jolly

As we begin the new year, we are anxious about what this year could bring. Despite the change in the calendar, many continue with the same challenges and the unknown accentuate our feelings of fear of the future. In the face of so much uncertainty, we tend to succumb and forget the hope we harbor in our

For the tired, fearful or anxious, there is a light to guide you through whatever you face and there is hope. His name is Jesus, and His grace really is enough the holiday festivities, that Jesus came into the world and his life brought light to all. That light shines in the darkness, and the darkness can never extinguish it. Moreover, with his life, he paid the price of our salvation and that brings us hope of eternal life.

Our challenge is to keep that light and hope alive in us all year, and at the asking yourself:

• What do I need to do to grow in the knowledge of Jesus and to keep the light and hope alive in my heart during this new year?

• How can I be a light to others for the honor and glory of our God?

Come and Receive a Blessing:

Tuesday: Online Bible Study ( : 904-468-5745)

* Español @: 12:15 p.m.; Estudiando El Libro de Daniel

* English @: 6:00 p.m. Studying the Book of Daniel

Thursday: Bilingual Prayer Service in-person, 10:00 a.m. Food Pantry: 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

Upcoming Events: Save the dates. All are welcome!

Sunday, January 14: Spanish Service at 10:00 a.m. and English Service at 11:30 a.m.

Sunday, the 14th:Street, Bronx, NY 10467

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Thursday, January 18: Bilingual Workshop facilitated by ––Graciela Abadia

Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City

The Church of St. Thomas The Apostle

(Matthew 18:20)

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––Bruce Gitelson Co-op City Baptist Church

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–Psalm 46:1

The Co-op City Baptist Church exists to glorify God and to establish a living community of people who follow the teachings of Jesus the Christ through Worship, Prayer, Bible Study and Fellowship. We seek to meet the spiritual and physical needs of the church through ministry.

Marilyn C. Williams

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–Isaiah 43:19 (NLT)

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Pentecostal Tabernacle

Pentecostal Tabernacle is located at 100 Co-op City Blvd., Building 22A. Mailing address: P.O. Box 204, Bronx, NY 10475. All are invited.

We would love to have you join us on the following days: Sunday School at 10:30 a.m.; Worship service at 11:45 a.m.

Wednesday Morning Prayer and Fasting Service in the Sanctuary, 11 a.m. Bible Study and Prayer Meeting every Wednesday night at 7:30 p.m.

Friday Worship Service at 7:30 p.m.

Please join us for Bible Study and Prayer Meeting on Zoom; call 646-9313860, Meeting ID: 7215591000, Code: 505050.

Focus: Prayer of Repentance

Psalm 51,1-13 Have mercy upon me, O God, according to thy loving kindness, according unto the multitude of thy tender mercies blot out my transgressions, Wash me thoroughly! From mine iniquity and cleanse me from my sin. For I acknowledge my transgression: and my sin is ever before me. Against thee, thee only, have I sinned, and done this evil in thy sight, that thou mightiest be justifed when thou speakest, and be clear when thou judgest. Behold, I was shapen in iniquity; and in sin did my mother conceive me. Behold, thou desirest truth in the inward parts; and in the hidden part thou shall shalt make me to know wisdom. Purge me with hyssop, and I shall be clean; wash me and I shall be whiter than snow. Make to hear joy and gladness that the bones which thou has broken may Rejoice. Hide thy face from my sins and blot out all mine iniquities. Create in me a clean heart, O God; and renew a right spirit in me. Cast me not away! From thy presence and take not away thy holy spirit from me. Restore unto me the joy of thy salvation; and uphold me with thy free spirit. Then will I teach transgressor thy ways; and sinners shall be converted unto thee.

David Took Personal Responsibility for His Sin

In Psalm 51:3, David stated, “I acknowledge my transgression.’’ The word “acknowledge” means more than just “admit.’’ Rather, it involves noticing, realizing, or discovering one sinfulness so that one becomes aware of his nature and is confronted by its reality. This was the result of Nathan’s declaration, thou art the man. The frst step in real repentance is recognizing the true nature of sin and accepting responsibly for one’s transgressions.

He stated that his sin is ever before him. Whenever, someone repents, he cannot hide from the sin within him. They are continually before their mental vision.

David asks God to purge him with hyssop and it will make him clean and to wash him so that he can be made whiter than snow. He is requesting joy and gladness from God that the bones that were broken may Rejoice. David knows the relationship that he has with God and cannot afford to lose it because of his sinful nature. He realized that God saw his heart and knows all about the murder and adultery that he has committed. One writer stated that you cannot hide from God; His eyes are watching you.

—Rev. R. Sibblies

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Riverbay Anonymous Whistleblower Hotline

If you have knowledge or a concern of possible violations of law, accounting irregularities, or other suspected wrongdoing affecting Riverbay, you are encouraged to report it to law enforcement, or you may report it through an anonymous hotline by one of the following methods:

• Go to an independent website, www.lighthouse-services.com/riverbaycorp, to complete online disclosure form;

• Call independent third party whistleblower hotline: 1-833-290-0009 (English); 1-800-216-1288 (Spanish);

• Email reports@lighthouse-services.com (the email must include “Riverbay” in the subject);

• Send a fax to (215) 689-3885 (the fax must include “Riverbay” in the subject of the report).