WHAT'S NEW: In our ongoing efforts to support and strengthen the relationships and the work of the NAUCC, members of the congregation are encouraged to attend a free workshop on Saturday, May 19 at the church. Beginning promptly at 9am and continuing through the early afternoon, Strengthening the New Ark's Core Values will feature an interactive and fun session that focuses on expanding our understanding - of self and others - in the areas of communication, managing conflict, and collaborative problem-solving. Fletcher, a trainer and facilitator from the University of Delaware's Conflict Resolution program, will then use these techniques and strategies to facilitate discussion and address specific issues participants feel need aired. A signup sheet will be available in Wells Hall until Friday, May 6. For more information, call 302.737.4711.

DONATIONS NEEDED: The Social Concerns committee has begun collecting items that make up the To-Go Bags for the Newark Empowerment Center. Scheduled for delivery in late May, the New Ark will need enough non-perishable foodstuffs to fill 40 one-gallon size Ziplock bags. Items include: microwaveable pasta meals or single-serving soup/stews or tuna lunches, granola bars, crackers with cheese or peanut butter, boxed beverages, applesauce or fruit cups along with plastic spoons and napkins. Please see a member of the Social Concerns committee for more information. GOING GREEN: In February 2010 the New Ark installed several solar panels atop the roof of our church. Capable of generating 7,900 watts of electricity at peak level, the panels have helped to prevent tons of harmful carbon dioxide from being released into the atmosphere, reduce the building's electric bill, and earned Renewable Energy Credits along the way. The New Ark is dedicated to helping the environment, and as an Earthwise congregation, we strive to reduce global warming pollution by seeking out and implementing alternative and sustainable energy technologies. [TRACK OUR PROGRESS]

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