ENEWS

January 17, 2025

Happy Friday NHCC friends and family!

Sarah Berry Ann here, office manager at NHCC... I know, this is new and different for me too! Many of you may not know this, but I am a homebody and an introvert at heart. Stepping outside of my comfort zone takes a lot of energy and effort, but I've learned that spending time connecting with others - really getting to know a regular group of people - is actually freeing. So after Ethan’s talk this past Sunday about community and Life Groups, I thought it was time to speak up!

Being a part of a life group is one way that I make time for ME. There have been so many times when a Wednesday night rolls around and I just don't want to go to group. I'm tired from the constant demands of work and family and errands and commitments and running back and forth to the dance studio with my kids and SO MANY THINGS that take my time; I just want a night off. But I go to life group anyway... and I'm always glad that I did. Life group is a place where I can put down all the things I'm juggling and take a breath. In our group, we share our lives - we support one another during difficult times and celebrate our victories together. We have fun and we laugh - that's my favorite part - all the while having serious, deep conversations about things that matter to each of us. When I first joined my group about a year and a half ago, I knew most of the people in name only... I now call them my friends.

Joining a life group isn't just one more "to-do" on your list. It's a life-giving experience that everyone should be a part of. I encourage you to reach out to me or Ethan and we'll get you into a life group where you can grow, make friends, and share life outside of Sunday morning. You won’t regret it!

Now that you’ve read this far, keep going... scroll down to check out things happening here at NHCC!

Sarah

"FIELD STATION - a center for research, teaching, and engagement across global disciplines.” In Luke 10:2, Jesus said “the harvest is plentiful, but the workers are few. Ask the Lord of the harvest, therefore, to send out workers into his harvest field.” What exactly IS all this talk about workers and harvest fields? Join us as we kick off 2025 by examining this thing we call ‘church’—what it means to be the kind of church Jesus calls us to be, what that looks like specifically here at NHCC, and how each and every one of us can be engaged and equipped for the work at hand.

WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY | Join us Wednesdays beginning Jan. 8th at 9:30am as we read through "Luke in the Land" by Kristi McClelland. The four written Gospels describe Jesus' time on earth. The Land-the place Jesus walked and taught during His earthly ministry, is often referred to as the 'fifth Gospel'. Through revealing snapshots from the Gospel of Luke, we'll follow Jesus' footsteps and see how He brought true hope to the world. Contact Karen Landis for more info.

STUDENT'S SOUPER BOWL | Join us on Sunday, Feb. 2 for the SOUPer Bowl - a cozy evening of connection, tasty soups, friendly competition, and fun prizes. Come ready to taste and vote for your favorite! Want to provide a soup or need more details? Contact Parker.

LIFE GROUPS | We value genuine community here at NHCC. Life groups are small groups, most of which meet together weekly & in homes, to connect, grow, and serve together. Regardless of where you are in your faith journey, there is a place for you! Not in a group? We'd love for you to be! Most groups will be staring back up within the next few weeks. Contact the office with questions. Info cards are available on the Resource Table.

CIY SUPERSTART is a high energy, two day pre-teen conference from Christ in Youth, precursor to well-known MIX and MOVE events for teens. Current 4th-6th graders will travel to travel to Impact Christian Church, in Moon Twp., March 21st -22nd for the best weekend of their Spring! The total cost is $80 and is due by March 2nd! This is our third year attending and we want to make it available for everyone interested, contact us if you need financial assistance. Visit the events page of our website to register. Contact Amanda with questions.

NHCC STUDENTS GIRLS NIGHT | We're throwing an exclusive girls-only night for NHCC Students on January 24th from 5:30-8:00pm at the home of Tricia Shirley. Bring friends, $5 for pizza, and get ready to slay some board games, paint nails, and hang out with your besties! Let Amanda know if your daughter is coming so we have enough pizza for everyone.

FAMILY BINGO NIGHT | Join us on Friday, February 7th from 7-9pm for another Family Bingo Night. This FREE event is fun for all ages and open house style, so you can come and go as needed. Fun prizes will be awarded and donations of treats and new small items are welcome. Contact Amanda with questions or to donate.

BEFRIEND INITIATIVE: HONDURAS | Leadership unveiled a new initiative we're embarking on together with Lifeline Christian Mission and their work in Honduras. We rolled out all the details in a video and are encouraging everyone who calls NHCC their church to consider coming onboard with this effort. See the video and read more about it all here.