Sun. 11/21, 2-6 p.m.
at the church building
Come help decorate for Christmas inside & out! Write “Christmas Decorating” on your ConnectCard if you can come during this time to help; email us with any questions.
Sun. 11/21, 2-6 p.m.
To give time for our staff, volunteers, and church family to rest and connect with loved ones over the Thanksgiving holiday, we’ll be making the following changes to our usual schedule:
Sola (grades 6-12): Not meeting Wed. 11/24 or Sun. 11/28.
252 (grades K-5): Not meeting Sun. 11/28; however, First Look (infant-PreK) will meet.
Office: Closed Thanksgiving Day (Thu. 11/25).
Sun. 11/14
Please watch for a new Wi-Fi password beginning 11/14 (on signs in Foyer/Commons and on front of print bulletin) – we update it periodically to help your connection be more secure and reliable. Can’t connect? “Forget” the network and try again. For help, contact Dan Smith (or email us).
Sun. 11/21, during large gatherings
Auditorium
Mark your calendars to join us for any gathering on 11/21 as we celebrate the conclusion of our Creating Spaces and 2k22 initiatives! We’ll give an update of what God has done over the past few years at NPBC and celebrate His goodness to us!
We will be paying off our Creating Spaces balance on 11/21. If you’re wondering where things stand, here are the details:
Amount owed (as of fall 2021) – $50,000.00
Received – $37,746.44
Remaining – $12,253.56
Wed. 11/3, 4-6 p.m.; Sun. 12/19 & Sun. 1/2, 1-4 p.m.
NPBC
Help get our outdoor areas ready for Christmas/winter by helping pick up branches, pull weeds, and hang some Christmas lights. Check in at 4 by the north doors. Pizza will be provided for volunteers at 6 p.m.
This year the Drive-Thru Nativity will be available Dec. 19-25. We’re asking everyone to consider helping set up on Sun. 12/19 from 1 -4 p.m. Teardown will take place Sun. 1/2/22; 1-4 p.m.
Please write Nativity on a ConnectCard if you would like to be involved with this outreach to our community.
Sun. 10/24, 12:15-1:30 p.m.
The Commons
Newer to Berean? Come meet some of our key leaders and enjoy a meal together after the Sunday morning gatherings. We'll also take a short welcome tour and tell a little bit about the heartbeat of our church. The next Lunch with Leaders is Sunday, December 30 – to RSVP, write Lunch with Leaders on your ConnectCard or visit tinyurl.com/lwlrsvp.
Wed. 10/27, 5:15 –7:00 p.m.
Lincoln Elementary School parking lot
Trunk or Treat is a fun and safe way to partner with Lincoln School and share God’s love with our neighbors. Get involved by: (1) Donating candy to the collection bin in the foyer no later than Tue. 10/26 – year before last we gave away 6,000+ pieces!! (2) Signing up to decorate a trunk and hand out candy at the event – write “Trunk or Treat” on your ConnectCard. For more info, text Kristen Price (or email us).
Ever wonder how you can share your time & talents here at Berean? There are many possibilities – just ask at the information center for the Serve flyer or write SHARE on your ConnectCard (npberean.org/cc or in the pocket on the backs of the chairs).
Sun. 10/17, 9:30 a.m. or Sun. 10/24, 11 a.m.
First Look Family Area
Parents, the milestone of Family Dedication is one way we partner with you in leading your little ones to know and love Jesus. Plan now to participate by registering for Orientation, the first step in this process, at npberean.org/fd.
Weren't able to join our annual NPBC family update & celebration? Or simply wish to share the experience with others? The highlights – including video of John sharing key next steps for us as a church, and handouts with ministry updates and prayer points – are now available below (npberean.org/celebrate); printed copies of the handouts also available at the information center.
Sun. 10/10, 11 a.m.-12 p.m., The Commons
Parents, has your son or daughter been baptized? If they’re asking questions and would like to know more, plan to attend Dive In together. The gospel will be clearly explained and you’ll be given tools to understand their readiness. This is an important next step in partnering together in leading your child into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ. Register today at this link.