I'd like to share two reminders with you:
FIRST:
A reminder, which is also the source of my joy this week -- I am thrilled that tomorrow Rev. Wendy Fenn will rejoin the Northridge staff. Many of you know that throughout NPC's interim period, Wendy served as Parish Associate, offering a calming presence, a warm spirit, and an ever-joyful invitation to discipleship. I am so grateful that Wendy accepted the invitation to return to service for three more months as I continue to get acquainted and settled here. Wendy will be with us for ten hours each week. Though you may not see her in worship often, you will experience her leadership in other meaningful ways in the coming months.
I invite you to extend a "Welcome Back" to Wendy and to pray for all that she will contribute to the life and ministry of this community!
SECOND:
In worship yesterday, I announced a called congregational meeting on September 13 at 11 AM via Zoom. At this meeting, we will vote on new Officer Nominating Committee Procedures and a slate of officers for the coming year. More information about this meeting is forthcoming.
Gratefully,
Betsy
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In the last couple years of ministry, (my own ministry and the ministry of colleagues), anxiety has emerged as one of the most common concerns among congregations. It is the thread that binds generations together. Parents, you likely know the struggle of managing your own anxieties while also trying to respond to those of your children.
In the month of September, we'll explore biblical texts that can shed light on some of the things that cause anxiety with a sermon series titled Does This Make You Anxious?
I encourage you to read Matthew 9:18-26 in preparation for Sunday and think about the things you've waited for in the past or are currently waiting for now.
*A reminder to subscribe to our YouTube channel using the information at the end of this email if you haven't already. YouTube is where you'll find all worship and news videos from Northridge.
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ADULT EDUCATION
Keep the conversation going. Learn, grow, and connect with others through our Adult Education Program this Fall. Programs begin the week of September 13. All classes held via Zoom.
The Wired Word: Current Events & Christianity— Wednesdays at 7 PM
Love An Other: A 4 week series on the Bible’s Call to Unity, Justice, and Equality— Sundays at 4 PM
Bible Study: Engage in Dialogue on the Book of Acts— Tuesdays at 7:30am
Presbyterian Women In Northridge: Into the Light: Finding Hope Through Prayers of Lament
Day Circle: Second Tuesday of the month at 10am;
Night Owl Women: First Tuesday of the month at 7pm.
YOUTH
Wednesday, 8:30 - 9 PM
Youth Vespers on the field
Masks required
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The International Rescue Committee features Northridge! |
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SHOP AMAZON SMILE AND SUPPORT NPC!
Did you know that you can support Northridge by shopping on Amazon? It’s easy.
- Login to your Amazon account.
- In the top right corner of the screen, choose “Accounts and Lists.”
- In the “Your Lists” column, choose “AmazonSmile Charity Lists.”
- In the search field, enter “Northridge Presbyterian Church.”
- Click “Select” next to the first option that shows up in the Results list. (You’ll see Northridge Presbyterian Church Dallas, TX.)
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Shop Amazon as usual using the URL smile.amazon.com
- It’s that easy! When you make a qualifying purchase, NPC will receive funds.
Thanks for supporting the many ministries of NPC!
PACK THE PEWS for SEPTEMBER will begin on the second Sunday, Sept. 13th, and will benefit the Wilkinson Center, whose mission is helping families face critical life challenges. More about Wilkinson and the list of needed items will be in next week's Northridge News.
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NORTHRIDGE CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER (NCDC) |
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In July, the Session approved NCDC's request to reopen.
NCDC will reopen its doors on September 10.
Click below to read an update from Ashley Carroll, Executive Director, and Sara Wahl, Chair of the Board, about their decision to reopen.
Please keep the NCDC staff, NCDC students, and their families in your prayers as they begin a new year.
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PRESBYTERIAN WOMEN IN NORTHRIDGE (PWIN) |
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WHAT PANDEMIC?!
PWIN installed officers for 2020-2021!
Circle meetings will begin soon:
NIGHT OWL WOMEN
Tuesday, September 1
DAY CIRCLE
Tuesday, September 8
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SUPPORT THE MINISTRY AND MISSION OF NPC |
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Thanks to your generosity, Northridge has been able to maintain our commitments to mission partners both locally and globally, adapt to virtual worship, and find innovative ways to be the church in these unprecedented times.
Our ministries only continue because of your financial contributions.
To make a contribution to our ministries, you may click the button to the right or mail a check to the church.
6920 Bob-O-Link Drive
Dallas, TX 75214
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SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL |
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YouTube is where you’ll find news and videos from our Northridge community. To stay up-to-date, visit this link and click “Subscribe.” You’ll be notified when new videos from Northridge are posted. At the top of the page, under "Created Playlists" you'll see a folder titled "Worship Services" and another folder titled "Wednesday Word." These are quick links where you can easily access all videos in each of those categories. On Sunday morning, when the live stream is finished, we will post worship to the "Worship Services" folder.
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