Advent 2022

As we approach Christmas, we enter a season called Advent (“Coming”). It’s a time to celebrate God coming in human flesh – Jesus, the Savior! Of course, before coming is waiting…just as God’s people long ago waited for Christ’s first coming, we await His return.

What can their waiting teach us about ours? This Advent, we’ll look back with gratitude and look ahead with anticipation, worshiping the Lord for what He has done and will do.

Visit npberean.org/christmas for an Advent calendar and other resources to support you in waiting and worshipping well this holiday season.

Lost and Found

Mon. 12/5
Foyer

Between the coatrack and restrooms, we have a few cubbies for our main lost and found. We’ll be donating or discarding any unclaimed items on Monday, 12/5. Please stop by today to check for any items that belong to you!

Refugee family needs

Pavlo’s family is moving into a place of their own! We’d love to help them get on their feet as they continue adjusting to life here in the U.S. – join in by visiting npberean.org/signup to view the list of needed items and sign up for the one(s) you can provide. The family plans to move into their home the week of 11/14, so we’d love to get all of the items together before then. Thank you so much for playing a part in loving this family well!

AnnouncementsLiza Smith
Partnership Exploration – join the NPBC mission

Sun. 11/6, 9:15-10:15 a.m.
Garage Café

Are you passionate about leading people into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ? Is NPBC your church home? Partnership is for you! Come explore what partnership is, why it matters, and how you can take this important step toward participating more actively in our mission. Visit npberean.org/paex to RSVP or to let us know your availability if this time doesn’t work for you.

Share your time & talents

We long to be a church who serves generously, both throughout our community and within the church family. 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). We can’t wait to see what the Lord will do through you!

Office hours this week

closed Mon. 10/31, 12-1 p.m.

Our office will be closed for staff meeting on Monday from 12-1 p.m. this week instead of the usual time (normally Tuesdays 1:30-2:30 p.m.) You can always find the current office hours in the New here? section of the print bulletin or under More Details » New here? in the digital bulletin.

Take a Step

Tue. 11/1, 5:45-7:45 p.m.
252 Room

Are you new to Berean? Ready to learn more about what happens here? Join us on Tuesday, 11/1. Discover your next step to connect with God and others. Meet new people. Dive a little deeper into the heart of what happens here at NPBC. Free supper and childcare. RSVP at npberean.org/TaS. Questions? Contact Lorre (or email us).

Dive In

Sun. 10/23, 11 a.m.-12 p.m.
The Commons

Parents, if your son or daughter is asking about baptism, then you’ll want to come together to the next Dive In. You’ll hear and see a clear presentation of the gospel, and you’ll be given tools to help understand their readiness. This event is an important next step as we partner together in leading kids into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ. Register today at npberean.org/divein.

AnnouncementsLiza Smith