God's Heart for the Nations
Leader: Christina Dickens | Room: 105
Ever wondered how God is working across the globe—and what your role might be? Join us as we explore God’s mission to reach every nation, tribe, and people. We’ll learn about unreached people groups, cultural worldviews, and why the Great Commission still matters. This class is a great intro for anyone curious about missions—or considering (or just want a refresher of!) the full Perspectives on the World Christian Movement course. Come ready to learn, discuss, and be challenged.
Ever wondered how God is working across the globe—and what your role might be? Join us as we explore God’s mission to reach every nation, tribe, and people. We’ll learn about unreached people groups, cultural worldviews, and why the Great Commission still matters. This class is a great intro for anyone curious about missions—or considering (or just want a refresher of!) the full Perspectives on the World Christian Movement course. Come ready to learn, discuss, and be challenged.
Simple Church: Telling Jesus Stories
Leader: Daniel Dickens | Room: 104
Want to learn a simple, powerful way to share Jesus with people who don’t know much about the Bible—or who’ve been in church but never really connected the dots? In this hands-on class, we’ll learn how to tell the stories of Jesus using stick-figure drawings that are easy to remember and fun to share. Based on Stick Figures Save the World: Drawing Simply to Share Jesus Well by Pam Arlund, this approach helps you meet people where they are and communicate the gospel clearly—no preaching, no pressure, just stories that invite conversation. Whether you’re talking to a neighbor, a coworker, or your kids, you’ll walk away with tools to make Jesus known in everyday life.
Want to learn a simple, powerful way to share Jesus with people who don’t know much about the Bible—or who’ve been in church but never really connected the dots? In this hands-on class, we’ll learn how to tell the stories of Jesus using stick-figure drawings that are easy to remember and fun to share. Based on Stick Figures Save the World: Drawing Simply to Share Jesus Well by Pam Arlund, this approach helps you meet people where they are and communicate the gospel clearly—no preaching, no pressure, just stories that invite conversation. Whether you’re talking to a neighbor, a coworker, or your kids, you’ll walk away with tools to make Jesus known in everyday life.
Marketplace Missions
Leader: Larry Tribble | Room: 107
Starting August 20 through October 1, we’re going on a 6-week mission trip—no flights, no packing, no time off work. Instead, we’ll learn to live on mission right where we are—at work, in the marketplace, and in everyday life. No presentations or door knocking required—just living intentionally with the people you already see. We’ll meet Wednesdays at 6:00 PM at the church. Between meetings, you’ll do five short devotionals (about 10 minutes each). Together, we’ll build habits to “Live Sent,” share stories, and support each other as we learn to serve and love those around us—so when they ask, “Why do you care so much?” you’ll be ready.
Starting August 20 through October 1, we’re going on a 6-week mission trip—no flights, no packing, no time off work. Instead, we’ll learn to live on mission right where we are—at work, in the marketplace, and in everyday life. No presentations or door knocking required—just living intentionally with the people you already see. We’ll meet Wednesdays at 6:00 PM at the church. Between meetings, you’ll do five short devotionals (about 10 minutes each). Together, we’ll build habits to “Live Sent,” share stories, and support each other as we learn to serve and love those around us—so when they ask, “Why do you care so much?” you’ll be ready.
The Sending Church
Leader: Nate Young | Room: 106
Based on the book The Sending Church: The Church Must Leave the Building by Pat Hood. You will be challenged to move from viewing the church as a physical structure to understanding it as a community sent out into daily life for mission and ministry. The measure of a church’s health is not how many gather but how many are sent into the world to serve God’s purposes. We have a call to live sent. Much of who NRC is and who we’re trying to be has been influenced by the stories and principles found in this book. Join us for this 8-week study and be challenged to Live Sent.
Based on the book The Sending Church: The Church Must Leave the Building by Pat Hood. You will be challenged to move from viewing the church as a physical structure to understanding it as a community sent out into daily life for mission and ministry. The measure of a church’s health is not how many gather but how many are sent into the world to serve God’s purposes. We have a call to live sent. Much of who NRC is and who we’re trying to be has been influenced by the stories and principles found in this book. Join us for this 8-week study and be challenged to Live Sent.
Backyard Bible CLub
Our Kids ministry (K-5th Grade) will be meeting at Wood Village once a month for Backyard Bible Club. The night will include a Bible lesson, craft, games, and music! Our first night will be Wednesday, September 17. If you would like to serve, contact Sara.
Fall Retreat
The Student Fall Retreat is coming up September 19-21 at Camp Tuscoba. The theme this year is Together: Living in Christ-centered community. The cost is $40 per student, and it's for grades 6th-12th. Register today!
Men's Meat-ing
Friday, September 26, from 5:30 - 8pm the men are meeting out at Wayne Brown's house to hang out and eat. Bring your own meat to grill, and we will have salad and dessert.
Christmas Tree Fundraiser
The students are doing a new fundraiser this year! They will be selling live Christmas Trees starting August 1. The trees will be delivered straight from Chris' hometown the week of Thanksgiving. More info to come!