ENEWS

July 11, 2025

NHCC family and friends...

Parker here, reporting one final time after an unforgettable week at CIY MIX! We took a group of middle school students to Juniata College, where they encountered Jesus in real, life-changing ways. Between high-energy rec games, fantastic worship, and classic youth group chaos, the students had an absolute blast. More importantly, God moved in incredible ways, and two of our students committed their lives to Christ this week! It was a powerful reminder that when we make space for students to hear from God, He shows up in big ways.

It’s also been a gift to have Brandon with us this week. From day one, he jumped in with both feet, from playing awesome games, to making space for real connection. The students took to him quickly, and it’s clear he’s already building strong relationships. Whether he was leading small groups or jumping into a dodgeball game, Brandon brought energy and presence that made a real impact. Watching him lead gave me such peace and excitement for the future of this ministry.

As for me, this Sunday will be my last official one as Student Director here at NHCC. It’s a bittersweet moment (the last 2 months have been especially). I’ve loved this community and these students more than words can express. Over the past two years, I’ve had a front-row seat to God’s faithfulness, and I’m grateful for every laugh, every tear, and every prayer we’ve shared together. Thank you for trusting me with your students. I’m so proud of who they are becoming, and I’ll be cheering this ministry on every step of the way. With that, I pass the baton on to Brandon!

Parker Mihelic

"FIXER UPPER" shows have been all the rage for over a decade, each one featuring some trendy spin on the same idea: a messy, ugly, or otherwise un-useful house is transformed under the care of someone with the vision and passion to give it new life. Throughout the scriptures, we see a similar and compelling pattern: people encounter a living and loving God, and they experience a transformation—a better path, a clearer purpose, a second chance… a new life. Join us in these coming weeks as we look at several people in the Bible whose lives were given the fixer-upper treatment through the masterful care of God’s amazing grace.

ALL CHURCH SUNDAY AT THE PARK: Join us on August, 3rd at the Harmar Pavilion in North Park. Arrive at 4:30pm, bring a dish to share and a camping chair, if you like. We'll eat around 5pm followed by games and free time to close out the evening. Church will provide tableware and bottled water.

SUMMER STUDY | Joshua - "Be strong and courageous; do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go." Join us Tuesday evenings beginning June 3rd, from 7-8:30pm, at the church. Mark your Connect Card on Sunday or contact Debbie Harrington with questions.

SUMMER PLAYDATE SERIES | Join Amanda this summer, with your kids of all ages, for a playdate! We’ll meet select Wednesdays at 6:30pm at the North Park Black and Gold playground. Our new student director, Brandon, will be available to hang with students in the evenings, only. No sign ups needed, just come hang out. Keep an eye on social media for weather updates and email Amanda with any questions.

COMMUNITY TRUNK SALE: Love neighborhood yard sales? Have things laying around your house that you'd like to get rid of? Our 7th annual Trunk Sale will be held on Saturday, September 6th from 7:30am - Noon, right here in the NHCC parking lot. Coffee truck & Breakfast-fare onsite. Come meet some neighbors and find some treasures! Wanna volunteer to help at this event? Contact the office.

NHCC PICKLEBALL | Join us on select Fridays from 7-9pm at Blueberry Hill Park for some friendly pickleball. Open to teens and adults of all ability levels- we’d love to teach you if you don’t know how to play- paddles provided. Contact Amanda with questions.

MORNING MEN'S STUDY | A new morning men's study will be starting on Tuesdays at 7am beginning March, 18th. If you're interested in joining, sign up on your Connect Card or email the office.

BEFRIEND INITIATIVE: HONDURAS | We have a committed partnership with Lifeline Christian Mission and their work in Honduras. As a team from NHCC travels onsite this summer, David White is aiming to build a focused prayer support network--find David after service or mark your connect card if interested.

BEFRIEND INITIATIVE: HONDURAS | We have a committed partnership with Lifeline Christian Mission and their work in Honduras. Check out the video about our partnership here and read our summary letter we sent out last year.