News & Announcements
News & Announcements for Sunday, June 7, 2026
JOIN US FOR SUNDAY SCHOOL
If you’re looking for an opportunity to grow as a disciple of Jesus Christ, we encourage you to join us Sunday mornings for a intergenerational Sunday school class, from 9:30-10:30. We look forward to seeing you!
MIDWEEK PRAYER – WEDNESDAYS @ Noon
Please join us on Wednesdays at noon for a time of prayer in the sanctuary as we bring our needs before our loving God.
WOMEN’S BOOK CLUB – THURSDAY, JUNE 18, 10:00 AM
The Northminster Book Club will meet on Thursday, June 18 at 10:00 a.m. at the church. We will be discussing two books this month. This month we will discuss Theo of Golden. If you have not had a chance to read it, you have more time to do so. As always, if you don’t get a chance to read the book, come anyway. Feel free to bring a friend and a snack to share with the group!!
MISSION FOCUS FOR MAY: DAYSTAR JUNIOR SCHOOL
Our mission focus for the month of May is Daystar Junior School in Uganda. Opened in 2015, this school is for children ages 3 to 15 years and is located in the slum areas of Kirombe Uganda, East Africa. Donations from Northminster have helped to expand their kitchen, purchase uniforms for the students, wood for new desks, and build a 3-floor classroom building.
We are currently raising donations to help Daystar purchase more land for approximately $160,000 USD. An anonymous donor has offered to match all donations made to Northminster through July 4th. Our goal is to raise $80,000. You may make a donation to this special ministry by specifying Daystar on your check memo line.
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News & Announcements for Sunday, May 31, 2026
JOIN US FOR SUNDAY SCHOOL
If you’re looking for an opportunity to grow as a disciple of Jesus Christ, we encourage you to join us Sunday mornings for a intergenerational Sunday school class, from 9:30-10:30. We look forward to seeing you!
MIDWEEK PRAYER – WEDNESDAYS @ Noon
Please join us on Wednesdays at noon for a time of prayer in the sanctuary as we bring our needs before our loving God.
HELPING HANDS OFFERING – NEXT SUNDAY, MAY 31
Each 5th Sunday, any undesignated offerings placed in the collection plates go to Helping Hands, a ministry of churches in the Madison Heights-Elon area of Amherst County to help residents in need. It is administered through Madison Heights Baptist Church.
MISSION FOCUS FOR MAY: DAYSTAR JUNIOR SCHOOL
Our mission focus for the month of May is Daystar Junior School in Uganda. Opened in 2015, this school is for children ages 3 to 15 years and is located in the slum areas of Kirombe Uganda, East Africa. Donations from Northminster have helped to expand their kitchen, purchase uniforms for the students, wood for new desks, and build a 3-floor classroom building.
We are currently raising donations to help Daystar purchase more land for approximately $160,000 USD. An anonymous donor has offered to match all donations made to Northminster through July 4th. Our goal is to raise $80,000. You may make a donation to this special ministry by specifying Daystar on your check memo line.
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News & Announcements for Sunday, May 24, 2026
JOIN US FOR SUNDAY SCHOOL
If you’re looking for an opportunity to grow as a disciple of Jesus Christ, we encourage you to join us Sunday mornings for a intergenerational Sunday school class, from 9:30-10:30. We look forward to seeing you!
MIDWEEK PRAYER – WEDNESDAYS @ Noon
Please join us on Wednesdays at noon for a time of prayer in the sanctuary as we bring our needs before our loving God.
HELPING HANDS OFFERING – NEXT SUNDAY, MAY 31
Each 5th Sunday, any undesignated offerings placed in the collection plates go to Helping Hands, a ministry of churches in the Madison Heights-Elon area of Amherst County to help residents in need. It is administered through Madison Heights Baptist Church.
MISSION FOCUS FOR MAY: DAYSTAR JUNIOR SCHOOL
Our mission focus for the month of May is Daystar Junior School in Uganda. Opened in 2015, this school is for children ages 3 to 15 years and is located in the slum areas of Kirombe Uganda, East Africa. Donations from Northminster have helped to expand their kitchen, purchase uniforms for the students, wood for new desks, and build a 3-floor classroom building.
We are currently raising donations to help Daystar purchase more land for approximately $160,000 USD. An anonymous donor has offered to match all donations made to Northminster through July 4th. Our goal is to raise $80,000. You may make a donation to this special ministry by specifying Daystar on your check memo line.
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News & Announcements for Sunday, May 17, 2026
JOIN US FOR SUNDAY SCHOOL
If you’re looking for an opportunity to grow as a disciple of Jesus Christ, we encourage you to join us Sunday mornings for a intergenerational Sunday school class, from 9:30-10:30. We look forward to seeing you!
MIDWEEK PRAYER – WEDNESDAYS @ Noon
Please join us on Wednesdays at noon for a time of prayer in the sanctuary as we bring our needs before our loving God.
DOWNLOAD THE CHURCH CENTER APP
Search for “Church Center” in your favorite app store on your phone to download our app! In the app are the church calendar, small group and volunteer opportunities, the online church directory, and more.
MISSION FOCUS FOR MAY: DAYSTAR JUNIOR SCHOOL
Our mission focus for the month of May is Daystar Junior School in Uganda. Opened in 2015, this school is for children ages 3 to 15 years and is located in the slum areas of Kirombe Uganda, East Africa. Donations from Northminster have helped to expand their kitchen, purchase uniforms for the students, wood for new desks, and build a 3-floor classroom building.
We are currently raising donations to help Daystar purchase more land for approximately $160,000 USD. An anonymous donor has offered to match all donations made to Northminster through July 4th. Our goal is to raise $80,000. You may make a donation to this special ministry by specifying Daystar on your check memo line. Learn more by clicking here.
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News & Announcements for Sunday, May 10, 2026
JOIN US FOR SUNDAY SCHOOL
If you’re looking for an opportunity to grow as a disciple of Jesus Christ, we encourage you to join us Sunday mornings for a intergenerational Sunday school class, from 9:30-10:30. We look forward to seeing you!
MIDWEEK PRAYER – WEDNESDAYS @ Noon
Please join us on Wednesdays at noon for a time of prayer in the sanctuary as we bring our needs before our loving God.
WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY – TUESDAY, MAY 12, 3:30PM
Women’s Bible Study will be meeting on Tuesday, May 12 from 3:30 to 5:30 in the afternoon. We are using the book, “Sermon on the Mount” by Jan Wilkin. Homework for Week 6 is, Secret Righteousness, pages 96 – 113. Grab your book, your Bible and a snack that you can share with the group and come on over for an amazing Bible study. Come, even if you don’t get your homework completed. As always, bring a friend. Any questions, talk to Karey or Sharon.
WOMEN’S BOOK CLUB – THURSDAY, MAY 14, 10:00 AM
The Northminster Book Club will meet on Thursday, April 16 at 10:00 a.m. at the church. We will be discussing two books this month. Very few people had finished this month’s book, which was The Shell Seekers, so we will discuss that book first and then discuss our newest book, Theo of Golden. As always, if you don’t get a chance to read the book, come anyway. Feel free to bring a friend and a snack to share with the group!!
MISSION FOCUS FOR MAY: DAYSTAR JUNIOR SCHOOL
Our mission focus for the month of May is Daystar Junior School in Uganda. Opened in 2015, this school is for children ages 3 to 15 years and is located in the slum areas of Kirombe Uganda, East Africa. Donations from Northminster have helped to purchase uniforms for the students, wood for new desks, and build a 3-floor classroom building. You may make a donation to this special ministry by specifying Daystar on your check memo line.
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EPC WORLD OUTREACH SUPPORTING MISSIONARIES DURING THE CURRENT GLOBAL CONFLICT
Several years ago, the “4 D’s”—Danie, Delia, Danie and Dastan– were at Northminster to share with us their EPC ministry in Central Asia. Perhaps you will remember them. Certainly, our thoughts are with them and all the other missionaries who are serving for the cause of Christ in all parts of the world.
This week the EPC website (https://www.epcwo.org/globalconflict) had a message regarding how some of our EPC missionaries (more than 12 affected families) are responding to their call to serve as war continues in the Middle East, Central Asia and Ukraine. The article tells us that the EPC’s Risk and Crisis Management Team is in daily contact with every affected family. While some experience almost normal weeks, there are others who are sheltering in place. However, the team reports, “Even in the midst of danger there is a sense of peace and confidence in the Lord.”
The question facing us now is how we can help and offer our support to those who are so far away. The website article tells us, “Even when stress is manageable today, there are long-term effects.” It is a significant challenge of changes which may be required to relocate families, school transitions for their children, and counseling if needed. The Disaster Relief Fund is critically low with only $5,000 remaining. And, “Yes.” Monetary donations are always acceptable!
However, our most vital source of help lies in our prayers, in our praise and in our thanksgiving to God that these faithful saints who are giving more than anyone of us can ever imagine. The EPC suggests for us “to pray for PROTECTION, WISDOM AND PEACE, to pray over these dear folks using Psalm 91, Psalm 121, and Psalm 27. Pray that God would dispel both the physical darkness of war and the spiritual darkness in human hearts!” No matter the time, no matter the place, no matter the problem, God never gives us a busy signal. Prayer transcends the miles! Prayer unifies us together as believers in the Lord Jesus Christ. God is good!
– Your Missions Committee
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News & Announcements for Sunday, May 3, 2026
JOIN US FOR SUNDAY SCHOOL
If you’re looking for an opportunity to grow as a disciple of Jesus Christ, we encourage you to join us Sunday mornings for a intergenerational Sunday school class, from 9:30-10:30. We look forward to seeing you!
MIDWEEK PRAYER – WEDNESDAYS @ Noon
Please join us on Wednesdays at noon for a time of prayer in the sanctuary as we bring our needs before our loving God.
WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY – TUESDAY, MAY 12, 3:30PM
Women’s Bible Study will be meeting on Tuesday, May 12 from 3:30 to 5:30 in the afternoon. We are using the book, “Sermon on the Mount” by Jan Wilkin. Homework for Week 6 is, Secret Righteousness, pages 96 – 113. Grab your book, your Bible and a snack that you can share with the group and come on over for an amazing Bible study. Come, even if you don’t get your homework completed. As always, bring a friend. Any questions, talk to Karey or Sharon.
WOMEN’S BOOK CLUB – THURSDAY, MAY 14, 10:00 AM
The Northminster Book Club will meet on Thursday, April 16 at 10:00 a.m. at the church. We will be discussing two books this month. Very few people had finished this month’s book, which was The Shell Seekers, so we will discuss that book first and then discuss our newest book, Theo of Golden. As always, if you don’t get a chance to read the book, come anyway. Feel free to bring a friend and a snack to share with the group!!
MISSION FOCUS FOR MAY: DAYSTAR JUNIOR SCHOOL
Our mission focus for the month of May is Daystar Junior School in Uganda. Opened in 2015, this school is for children ages 3 to 15 years and is located in the slum areas of Kirombe Uganda, East Africa. Donations from Northminster have helped to purchase uniforms for the students, wood for new desks, and build a 3-floor classroom building. You may make a donation to this special ministry by specifying Daystar on your check memo line.
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News & Announcements for Sunday, April 26, 2026
JOIN US FOR SUNDAY SCHOOL
If you’re looking for an opportunity to grow as a disciple of Jesus Christ, we encourage you to join us Sunday mornings for a intergenerational Sunday school class, from 9:30-10:30. We look forward to seeing you!
MIDWEEK PRAYER – WEDNESDAYS @ Noon
Please join us on Wednesdays at noon for a time of prayer in the sanctuary as we bring our needs before our loving God.
“LAST THINGS” SEMINAR – TUESDAY, APRIL 28, 5:30PM
Whitten Funeral Home invites you to a seminar at NEPC covering “last things” (Will and Testaments, Living Wills, Estate Planning, Funeral Planning, etc.) on Tuesday, April 28, 5:30-7:30 pm. Dinner included. See flyer for more information.
MISSION FOCUS FOR APRIL: NEIGHBORS HELPING NEIGHBORS
Our mission focus for the month of April is Neighbors Helping Neighbors which assists individuals in Amherst County in overcoming food insecurity. They also help connect those in need to area resources that can help build self-sufficiency and quality of life. You may make a donation by specifying NHN on your check memo line.
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News & Announcements for Sunday, April 19, 2026
JOIN US FOR SUNDAY SCHOOL
If you’re looking for an opportunity to grow as a disciple of Jesus Christ, we encourage you to join us Sunday mornings for a intergenerational Sunday school class, from 9:30-10:30. We look forward to seeing you!
MIDWEEK PRAYER – WEDNESDAYS @ Noon
Please join us on Wednesdays at noon for a time of prayer in the sanctuary as we bring our needs before our loving God.
“LAST THINGS” SEMINAR – TUESDAY, APRIL 28, 5:30PM
Whitten Funeral Home invites you to a seminar at NEPC covering “last things” (Will and Testaments, Living Wills, Estate Planning, Funeral Planning, etc.) on Tuesday, April 28, 5:30-7:30 pm. Dinner included. See flyer for more information.
MISSION FOCUS FOR APRIL: NEIGHBORS HELPING NEIGHBORS
Our mission focus for the month of April is Neighbors Helping Neighbors which assists individuals in Amherst County in overcoming food insecurity. They also help connect those in need to area resources that can help build self-sufficiency and quality of life. You may make a donation by specifying NHN on your check memo line.
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News & Announcements for Sunday, April 12, 2026
JOIN US FOR SUNDAY SCHOOL
If you’re looking for an opportunity to grow as a disciple of Jesus Christ, we encourage you to join us Sunday mornings for a intergenerational Sunday school class, from 9:30-10:30. We look forward to seeing you!
MIDWEEK PRAYER – WEDNESDAYS @ Noon
Please join us on Wednesdays at noon for a time of prayer in the sanctuary as we bring our needs before our loving God.
WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY – TUESDAY, APRIL 14, 3:30PM
Women’s Bible Study will be meeting on Tuesday, April 14 from 3:30 to 5:30 in the afternoon. We are using the book, “Sermon on the Mount” by Jan Wilkin. Homework for Week 6 is, Secret Righteousness, pages 96 – 113. Grab your book, your Bible and a snack that you can share with the group and come on over for an amazing Bible study. Come, even if you don’t get your homework completed. As always, bring a friend. Any questions, talk to Karey or Sharon.
WOMEN’S BOOK CLUB – THURSDAY, APRIL 16, 10:00 AM
The Northminster Book Club will meet on Thursday, April 16 at 10:00 a.m. at the church. This month we are reading The Shell Seekers by Rosamunde Pilcher. Read the book and join us for a lively discussion! As always, if you don’t get a chance to read the book, come anyway. Feel free to bring a friend and a snack to share with the group!!
“LAST THINGS” SEMINAR – TUESDAY, APRIL 28, 5:30PM
Whitten Funeral Home invites you to a seminar at NEPC covering “last things” (Will and Testaments, Living Wills, Estate Planning, Funeral Planning, etc.) on Tuesday, April 28, 5:30-7:30 pm. Dinner included. See flyer for more information.
MISSION FOCUS FOR APRIL: NEIGHBORS HELPING NEIGHBORS
Our mission focus for the month of April is Neighbors Helping Neighbors which assists individuals in Amherst County in overcoming food insecurity. They also help connect those in need to area resources that can help build self-sufficiency and quality of life. You may make a donation by specifying NHN on your check memo line.
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News & Announcements for Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026
JOIN US FOR SUNDAY SCHOOL – NEXT SUNDAY, APRIL 12
Next Sunday, April 12, Bob Mills will lead the adult Sunday School class in the first of a two-part study, “Saying Yes to Jesus.” We’ll look at key themes in John Henry Newman’s book The Grammar of Assent, which, coincidentally, is also the title of next Sunday’s sermon. Based on John 20:19-29, the sermon will explore the Apostle Thomas’ response to hearing about Jesus’ resurrection – and Jesus’ response to Thomas. We’d love to have you join us for class and for worship.
SPRING COLLEGE CARE PACKAGES
Easter and final exams are coming up! For the first two Sundays in April (4/5 and 4/12), we will be collecting items to fill care packages for our seven college students. Please drop off non-perishable items on the table in the narthex. If you’d rather not bring items, we’d also welcome cash donations to cover the cost of shipping (roughly $10 per box for the four out of area students). We’ll also have cards available for you to sign. See the April newsletter for more information.
WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY – TUESDAY, APRIL 14, 3:30PM
Women’s Bible Study will be meeting on Tuesday, April 14 from 3:30 to 5:30 in the afternoon. We are using the book, “Sermon on the Mount” by Jan Wilkin. Homework for Week 6 is, Secret Righteousness, pages 96 – 113. Grab your book, your Bible and a snack that you can share with the group and come on over for an amazing Bible study. Come, even if you don’t get your homework completed. As always, bring a friend. Any questions, talk to Karey or Sharon.
“LAST THINGS” SEMINAR – TUESDAY, APRIL 28, 5:30PM
Whitten Funeral Home invites you to a seminar at NEPC covering “last things” (Will and Testaments, Living Wills, Estate Planning, Funeral Planning, etc.) on Tuesday, April 28, 5:30-7:30 pm. Dinner included. See flyer for more information.
MISSION FOCUS FOR APRIL: NEIGHBORS HELPING NEIGHBORS
Our mission focus for the month of April is Neighbors Helping Neighbors which assists individuals in Amherst County in overcoming food insecurity. They also help connect those in need to area resources that can help build self-sufficiency and quality of life. You may make a donation by specifying NHN on your check memo line.
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News & Announcements for Palm Sunday, March 29, 2026
CONGREGATIONAL MEETING – AFTER WORSHIP
The Session has called a congregational meeting for this morning, March 29 following the worship service for the sole purpose of correcting an error in the Pastor’s Terms of Call.
HELPING HANDS OFFERING – THIS MORNING
Each 5th Sunday, any undesignated offerings placed in the collection plates go to Helping Hands, a ministry of churches in the Madison Heights-Elon area of Amherst County to help residents in need. It is administered through Madison Heights Baptist Church.
HOLY WEEK SERVICES
Maundy Thursday, April 2, 7:00 pm – @ Elon Presbyterian
Good Friday, April 3, 7:30 pm – @ Northminster Presbyterian
Easter Sunrise Service, April 5, 7:30 am – Bob Mills preaching
Easter Worship Celebration, April 5, 11 am – David Garrison preaching
EASTER LILIES FOR THE SANCTUARY
Northminster is continuing our tradition of placing Easter Lilies in the sanctuary on Easter morning. The lilies are $11.00 each. If you are interested in purchasing an Easter Lily, a sign-up sheet with information form and envelope are available on the hall bulletin board. Please place your order no later than Sunday March 29.
MISSION FOCUS FOR MARCH: BURUNDI HOPE PROJECT
Our mission ministry for the month of March is the Burundi Hope Project. You may make a donation to this important ministry by specifying Burundi on your check memo line.
“LAST THINGS” SEMINAR – TUESDAY, APRIL 28, 5:30PM
Whitten Funeral Home invites you to a seminar at NEPC covering “last things” (Will and Testaments, Living Wills, Estate Planning, Funeral Planning, etc.) on Tuesday, April 28, 5:30-7:30 pm. Dinner included. See flyer for more information.
SPRING COLLEGE CARE PACKAGES
Easter and final exams are coming up! For the first two Sundays in April (4/5 and 4/12), we will be collecting items to fill care packages for our seven college students. Please drop off non-perishable items on the table in the narthex. If you’d rather not bring items, we’d also welcome cash donations to cover the cost of shipping (roughly $10 per box for the four out of area students). We’ll also have cards available for you to sign. See the April newsletter for more information.
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