On Sunday, July 3, 11am, the Northwest Mission Center will enjoy an outdoor service under the pavilion at the Hudson Elks’ Park (99 Park St, Hudson, MA). (YouTube live streaming will also be available.) Plan meals in family groups, bring food, drinks, blankets, chairs, games, sports equipment… whatever you need to have a great time!

Plan to arrive early (10:30–10:45) to make your way to the pavilion for the 11am start—once at the Elks, please park in the parking lot as directed and follow the path through the trees to the pavilion.

On Sunday, July 10, 11am, we’re worshipping together as the whole Boston Church for the first time since pre-pandemic, with an outdoor service at Bridgewater State University, Swenson Athletic Complex, 325 Plymouth St, Bridgewater. Bring a picnic or plan to purchase food. Come ready for ultimate frisbee, soccer, volleyball, and cornhole. Enjoy the kids’ carnival.

If you would like to represent Northwest in the kickball tournament, contact Yovanny Duran, 917-318-5809.

For the rest of July and August, Sunday worship will be at the Courtyard by Marriott, 270 Concord Rd, Billerica.

Families with kids entering kindergarten (fall 2022) thru preteens! On Fri, July 8, 4–7pm and Sat, July 9, 10am–12:30pm, at the Arlington building, we are planning a special time filled with amazing worship, friendship building, activities, and games around the theme of HayDay: Growing in Friendship with Jesus. Parents are invited to worship with their kids and attend one activity together, then hang out in the parent fellowship area for some great conversation! Our Friday evening concludes with dinner together. After our Saturday program, there will be a Family Fun Fair from 1–4pm to continue the fellowship and memory making with music, a bouncy house, balloon animals, and a petting zoo.

Register this weekend at events.bostonchurch.org to attend the VBS program; no registration needed if you only attend the Fun Fair. For more info or to volunteer, contact Bridget Koha (bkoha@...).

If you can’t make it to Orlando, register for virtual access for the upcoming World Discipleship Summit, July 31–August 7. Virtual Access includes:

·       All general sessions from the two main stages

·       Breakout sessions: selected class sessions from every conference track

·       Live broadcast plus on-demand viewing (for 6 months)

Cost is $125 ($150 as of July 24). Details and registration online:
www.worlddiscipleshipsummit.com/virtual

Congratulations to Eric and Kristie Jones — new daughter Ellie Elora was born on June 28, 7lb, 8oz, and 19 inches long!

Also, Dakota and Diana Botello and big sister Melody (Metro Region) welcomed Cody Brooks on June 26!

Here are some opportunities to serve our community with Lowell Litter Crew this month:

·       Sat, July 2, 8–11am, meet at Butler School, Lowell

·       Sat, July 9, 9am–noon, Greeley Park, Nashua

·       Sat, July 16, 8–11am, Lowe’s, Lowell

·       Sat, July 23, 9am-noon, Mack Plaza, meet at Dutton St Traincar

·       July 29–31, Lowell Folk Festival, shifts available all weekend (617-201-9916)

For more information, contact Adam Roscoe (978-654-3255) or see the site linked above.

Recovery Groups

Contact a leader for schedules and links.

Men’s Freedom Group
    Dan Key, 603-943-3656

Women’s Partners in Freedom Group
    Gail Scott-Key, 978-996-0694

Chemical Recovery Groups
    Men: Peter Hirmer, 978-888-3534
    Women: Rowena Hirmer, 978-888-3535

The Lazarus Group is a support group for those with various disabilities. Contact Ron DiBerto (ronalddiberto@...) for meeting times and other information.

Please pray for Hans Riemer Jr (Hans and Anne’s son), who is recovering at home after being hospitalized this week.

Please pray for a miraculous 2022.

Continue to pray for those affected by COVID-19, and for Rebekah Cox, Alexa DiBisceglie, Aaron Dollar, Michael Gloor, Mary Jo Roche, Alan Roscoe, and Rafe Shropshire.