INTO ALL THE WORLD

by Marta Sears
NFC Family Member

"That was the best church day ever!" Lily, Henry, and Jack Copeland exclaimed after the Global Outreach World Tour on Sunday, April 22. I appreciate every worship gathering at NFC, but I have to agree with the Copeland kids that there was something really special about that one.

All of my senses were engaged that morning—the smell of naan wafting into the sanctuary from the India room; Swahili harmonies and danceable rhythm of the congas; the tactile joy the children experienced as they combined vibrant colors to Chinese masks and created their own Rwandan flags; the sweet, nutty flavor of homemade Hungarian pastries; the artistry and beauty of clothing from around the world displayed from the balcony and worn by children and adults alike.

But my senses weren't all that was stirred that morning. A deep joy in my heart was reawakened as Gregg talked about the one-to-one global outreach vision— each person and family in our NFC community engaging in a meaningful relationship with one global outreach partner (GO partner). So simple. So doable. And in my experience with my GO partner, so life changing. If you weren't able to attend the Global Outreach World Tour, or if you attended but needed more time to think and pray about which GO partner you'd like to engage with, please take a look at the Partners page on the global outreach website. On this page you'll find a brief description of the ministry and work of 11 GO partners.


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WEEKLY READING ASSIGNMENTS

Sunday's sermon will be
based on these scriptures:

May 13: Mark 9
May 20: Mark 10

UPCOMING EVENTS

May 13   High school youth group
7pm | Youth House
May 14   Intercessory prayer
9am | Barclay C
May 16   Middle School Youth Group
6:30pm | Youth House
May 16   Listening Life Group
6:45pm | Barclay A
May 16   WBFpm
7pm | Barclay C
May 17   Women's Bible Fellowship
8:45am | Social Hall
May 19   Men's Prayer Meeting
8am | Friendsview Creekside, 2nd floor
May 21   Monthly Marriage Maintenance
6pm | Social Hall
June 3   HS Senior Salute
6pm | Social Hall
June 4   JOY Breakfast
8am | J's Restaurant | for seniors 55+
June 18-22   Vacation Bible School
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