Lent: God for Us
“Lent is about nurturing a posture that holds all things lightly…” -Greg Pennoyer This quote came from a book that I found the other day while I was perusing the
Read MoreA Small Grief Observed
In this week’s pastor’s note, Judson Chubbuck shares with us lessons he’s embracing in this season of grieving the death of his dog. May these lessons encourage and comfort you
Read MoreI’ll Just Say Yes
This week’s pastor’s note comes from Jeff Trask, NCF Adjunct Pastor. I especially appreciated Jeff bringing Fred Hampton’s story to us–a 20 year old who brought together unlikely alliances to
Read MoreRighteousness as Right Relationships
This is the beginning of a series on Relationships: Some Key Words in the Bible written by Ron Simkins. Watch for the next installment to be posted next month. –Melissa
Read MoreThe God Who Sees Us
Do you ever feel unseen? By God? By others? I do. This morning as I was reading the story of Hagar, I was reminded of the reality that we are
Read MorePlanting Seeds of Reparations
Sharon Chubbuck, NCF Reparations Committee member, shares how our pilot project is planting seeds of reparations in our community. To learn more about this project, see the links attached in
Read Morecelebrate 2023
Entering 2024, we take time to reflect on what God has done among us this past year. Where have we seen God’s goodness? How have we experienced God’s faithfulness? As
Read MoreWord for the Year
I used to do New Year’s Resolutions. As many resolutions go…I’d get to the end of the year and realize that despite my best efforts (or really none at all)
Read MoreJoyous News
“But the angel reassured them, saying, “Don’t be afraid, for I have come to bring you good news, the most joyous news the world has ever heard! And it is
Read MoreEmmanuel in the Pain
Heartache in the Midst of a “Joyous Season” Confession: I love Hallmark Christmas Movies! I want to believe that even if our lives seem stressful or sorrowful, lacking in provision
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