ENEWS
December 13, 2024
Good morning NHCC,
This weekend is full of kids and student stuff- with an all-church volunteer opportunity thrown in.
Starting with kids- tonight is Parent’s Night Out- I’m looking forward to giving a couple families a break this evening while we hang out in pajamas with their kiddos! If you are reading this and would like to be a part of it- send me an email before 2pm and we should be able to accommodate you.
Now the all-church volunteer opportunity- tomorrow at noon, my family and I will be at Mars Cemetery participating in the Wreaths Across Americaceremony and placing wreaths on veterans' graves. There are over 300 wreaths to place and they are open to any volunteers coming to help. This event is perfect for our youth to get volunteer hours- but would be a great volunteer opportunity for anyone in the church to participate in! No sign-ups are required- you can just meet up with us on Saturday and join in.
And last but not least- Students! The Progressive Dinner is on Sunday evening from 4:30-8:30pm. We have 20 kids signed up and a handful of volunteers graciously opening their homes and providing food for this festive hoard of teenagers. They’re going to have a great time and while registration is technically closed, let Parker know if your Student still wants to join and we should be able to accommodate them!
All the festivities this weekend close out NHCC youth events for the year, but we’re looking forward to celebrating with you on Sunday morning as Ethan continues our message series, "In Between."
-Amanda
"IN BETWEEN: Living in the tension of Advent" | When the timing was perfect and expectation was at its highest, a light entered the darkness: the arrival of a baby who would proclaim the kingdom of God and change the course of history forever. He brought fresh hope, cultivated true joy, His peace overwhelmed, and He embodied genuine love. We bear witness to this light, and proclaim the good news of His promises. As we remember what He has done, we anticipate what is yet to come. Join us for this advent-themed series as we explore our reality of living in the tension of the in-between.
PARENTS NIGHT OUT | Children ages infrant through 5th grade are invited to join us for a PJ party on December 13th from 6-8:30pm while parents enjoy a night out! We'll have pizza, a movie, and board games while you use this time to go to dinner, get some shipping done, or just enjoy a peaceful house for a few hours amidst the hustle and bustle of the season. Cost is $5 per child - register online by 12/8. Available to volunteer for the evening? Email Amanda. Students in 8th-12th grade are invited to volunteer as well.
STUDENTS - WREATHS ACROSS AMERICA | Join us for this student & family volunteer opportunity at Mars Cemetery on December 14 at 12:00pm to lay wreaths on the graves of veterans. This opportunity is open to anyone looking for a way to serve this holiday season. Contact Amanda for more information or to get involved.
WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY | Join us Wednesdays at 9:30am as we read through "Finding God Faithful" by Kelly Minter. We all have times in our lives when our circumstances lead us to wonder if God is there, if He cares, and if things are slipping out of His control. Through this book, and looking at Joseph's struggle, we will be reminded that no matter what we walk through, God's presence is constant; His provision is enough; and His purposes are unstoppable. Contact Karen Landis for more info.
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! Mark your Connect Card on Sunday or contact the office for more info.
VETERANS OUTREACH | Rehabilitates homeless veterans with housing and training to get them back on their feet. We are collecting donations of brand new, never worn winter coats, hats, and gloves as we head in to the winter months. All donations must be new in its original packaging and can be left in the fireplace room in the lower back hallway. We are also looking volunteers to help cook breakfast during the week. Any questions, contact Christina Sturzinger.
FOOD DISTRIBUTION | Each week we provide FREE groceries to families in need. This is a vital way that we serve our North Hills Community, and demand is now higher than ever. This month we are collecting Cans of Chicken, but there is a list of other needed items on the Resource Table and on our website. Consider donating these items to help us keep meeting this need. Contact Katie Knox with questions.
STUDENTS PROGRESSIVE DINNER | Students will celebrate Christmas with their annual Progressive Dinner Event Sunday, Dec. 15th! We'll meet at church at 4:30pm then visit three different homes to enjoy appetizers, an entree, & dessert, then end the evening with a white elephant gift exchange finished by 8:30pm. Sign up here! Contact Parker with questions.
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.
12/13 | Parents Night Out - 6-8:30pm
12/14 | Wreaths Across America - 12pm
12/15 | Sunday Worship Service - 10am
| Students Progressive Dinner
12/16 | Days for Girls - 10am
| Food Distribution - 5-6pm
| Men's Bible Study - 7pm
12/18 | Women's Bible Study - 9:30am
12/24 | Christmas Eve Service - 5pm
12/29 | Family Communion Brunch - 10am