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Welcome New Members!

Jason Johnson | Jake & Macy Joyce

Heart to Home is BACK! Go to hearttohome2022.pushpayevents.com to sign up today!

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Wednesday Night Supper will resume in August!

Pray for those in the hospital...  St. Francis Al Webb - 532 Out-of-town Hospitals  Steve Busby - Washington Hospital (brother of Sheryl Potts) Alicia Cook - Baptist Hospital, Jackson (daughter-in-law of Bill and Maureen Cook)

Congratulations to… • Timothy and Lauren McMahan on the birth of a daughter, Mallory Ann McMahan;

Here are the options for Wednesday, June 29! Join us this week! Almost everything starts at 6:00pm *look close for more details Parables The mysteries of God revealed through the stories Jesus told.   Led by Marc Eichelberger in room 204 Men’s Discipleship Group This Guys only group meets weekly and is open to all guys.  Led by Corey Taylor in room 100 Women’s Bible Study Open to all women, this group meets weekly.   Led by Kelley Frankowicz in 203. Seekers of Christ Mens Bible study This will be an open discussion study with guest speakers as well Led by Randy Smith in 205 Rooted LifeGroup Women’s Bible Study meets in 122 Made New LifeGroup Women's Bible Study meets in 120 Young Adult’s Bible Study  Join us each Wednesday evening as we study the Bible together. Led by Barry Marble in room 102 289 Vineyard A Christ centered Bible study of unmarried people in their 30’s-50’s. Led by Brad Saterfiel in Room 209 The Wednesday Gathering Bible Study and pastoral care update. Wednesday mornings at 10am.  Led by Warren Eckhardt in the West Venue Adult Choir Rehearsal in the Choir Room from 6:15-7:15pm   Wednesday Night Live (Ages 2 years to 3rd grade) Led by Kenneth Clark in KidzTown Wednesday Night Live (For 4th and 5th graders)  Led by Chase Nance in Room 128 Student Ministry Worship Worship and Bible study for 6th-12th graders.  Led by Steven Keirsey in the Big Room Summer Small Group Tuesday 7 PM Mid-week Bible study for college-age people  Led by Chris Craighead at the Craighead's house

ChurchWide News

GO WITH US TO HONDURAS! August 4-9, 2022 Mission intended to be a building project. For more info and to sign up, email Joey Young at joey@northmonroe.com RAIN: a time of worship & blessing • Kickoff Fundraiser Event for The Vine of Northeast Louisiana: Pregnancy & Maternity Mentoring Ministry • Sunday, July 17 | 4-6pm | Main Worship Center | NMBC CLICK HERE for event tickets and to find out more about The Vine Family Camp Update: Dates: July 31 – Aug. 4, 2022 (4 nights & 11 meals) Cost per person: 12 yr .and older = $425.00 4yr. – 11yr. = $235.00 3yr. & below = $30.00 We have reached our goal and have now booked the dates for Family Camp at SOTO. Interested families can still sign up to attend but they must be prepared to pay their full balance. All payments are transferable but not refundable. If you would like to pay with a credit card, use the link below. You can also bring cash or a check to the church office.   If you have any questions or need assistance determining your payment amounts, contact Kenneth Clark (c = 318-376-7709; w = 318-343-4730; kenneth@northmonroe.com) Pay Here! Project 2.5+: The 2nd Tuesday of each month from 9:00 - 11:00am we will be sorting and organizing donations. If you are interested in joining us you can contact Wendy at wendy@northmonroe.com. Sportsmans Banquet Thursday, September 15 | 5:30pm | Main Worship Center Please join us in supporting international missions at North Monroe Baptist Church by sponsoring our first Sportsmans Banquet or by purchasing individual tickets. Tickets and Sponsorships are available at  https://sportsmansbanquet.pushpayevents.com/. For more information, please email wendy@northmonroe.com. LifeShare Blood Center: July 24, 2022 | 9am - 1pm| Main Worship Center Parking Lot // The Lifeshare bus will be here to receive much needed donations. They are critically low on O- blood. Anyone 16 years of age and older can donate. Giving Just Got Easier! text “northmonroe” to 77977 give online at northmonroe.com/give give during services or place in donation boxes located at doors of the Main Worship Center give on the North Monroe App 289 Vineyard - A Christ centered Wednesday Night Bible Study of unmarried people in their 30’s-50’s. The emphasis is on mining God’s word to produce a richness in study that expresses what the Bible teaches and how we are to live in light of that understanding.  Led by Brad Saterfiel in Room 209, 6pm – 7:30pm. GRANBERRY COUNSELING CENTER The Granberry Counseling Centers are a counseling ministry of Louisiana Baptist Children's Home & Family Ministries. The mission of Granberry Counseling Centers is to provide affordable, professional, Christian counseling to individuals, couples, and families across Louisiana. Granberry has an office on the North Monroe campus. Contact them today to schedule an appointment at 318-301-6402 or Click Here to visit the Granberry Counseling Centers website. Get the North Monroe App today! Text “northmonroeapp” to 77977 or click here to download from Apple App store or Google Play to get devotionals from Pastor Bill, interactive sermon notes, event registration and more! Mother's Day Out Registration is open! CLICK HERE TO REGISTER Summer Missions T-Shirts This summer we are sending teams to New Orleans, Dominican Republic, and Honduras. T-Shirt sales will help make each trip more affordable for the teams that are going. You can purchase your t-shirt at  missionshirt.pushpayevents.com or purchase one at the table in the Commons.

Online LifeGroups Looking for ways to connect online? We have two LifeGroup options that meet In-Person and Online. The Awakening Class meets on Sundays at 9:00am. Use the link below to join online or meet them in  Room 203. Awakening LifeGroup Zoom Link Passcode: 111111 The Simple Class meets on Sunday at 9:00am. You can join them in-person in Room 206 or via their Facebook Group. Search "The Simple Class LifeGroup" on Facebook and be looking for a live video every Sunday!

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SUMMER '22

Wild & Wacky Wednesdays: Summer 2022 Come have a blast this summer from 6:00 - 7:30 PM having fun with friends and learning about Jesus!

WinShape Camps for Communities K-8th Grade | Monroe Campus | July 11 -15 | 8-5pm Daily Winshape Camps for Communities is an unprecedented day camp experience that will be coming to NMBC this summer! Click here for more info.

Family Scavenger Hunt | July 20 Wet, Wild & Wacky Wednesday Night Pool Party | Twin Lakes Pool | July 27 Splash Bash on the Lawn | August 3 Back to School Pool Party | MAC | August 10

‌ ‌ ‌ Student Hour is on Wednesday nights for Middle School and High School starting at 6:30pm followed by Small Groups. Join us for worship, relevant teaching, and an opportunity to connect with others. The Student Cafe opens at 5p. You belong here! Middle School Camp July 11-16 Middle School students are headed to Cross Camp! We’ll have fun at camp while seeking to know God and make God known. Grab a friend and sign up for the best week of the summer at Hendrix College. Who’s coming with you? Click here to sign up! STUDENTS! Stay connected with North Monroe Student Ministry, text @nmstudents to 81010 and stay up to date with all events going on! PARENTS! Stay connected with North Monroe Student Ministry, text @nmparent to 81010 and stay up to date with all events going on! ‌ ‌ ‌ Summer Small Group Tuesday 7 PM Mid-week Bible study for college-age people  Led by Chris Craighead at the Craigheads' house. Email chris@northmonroe.com for more info. College LifeGroups meet at 9:00am in the East Venue. Learn how to live out your faith and reach campus while connecting with other students. All college students and 18-25 years olds are welcome. Beach Retreat 2022 All 18-25 year olds are invited! August 1-4 Panama City Beach, FL $200 - Sign up is at BeachRetreat22.pushpayevents.com Click here to sign-up! Stay Up-to-date on everything the college ministry is doing by adding to our texting service! Text @nmcm22 to 81010

Men ‌ Seekers of Christ Men’s Bible Study is Wednesdays at 6:00pm in Room 205 with facilitator Randy Smith. This is an open discussion study with guest speakers as well. Save the date: Men’s Fall Retreat Aug 25th - 28th at Camp Ch-Yo-Ca. Registration opens Sunday, July 24th at 2:00pm at retreats.northmonroe.com Register Here!

Women ‌ Would you like to keep up with opportunities for women? Like North Monroe Baptist Church Women's Ministry on Facebook!  Heart to Home is back! Ladies (18 or older) don't miss out on this amazing ministry. Kickoff Event is Sunday, August 14th at 3:00pm in the East Venue. Sign up today at hearttohome2022.pushpayevents.com Sign up here! Save the date: Women’s Fall Retreat Sept 8th - 10th at Camp Ch-Yo-Ca. Registration opens Sunday, July 24th at 2:00pm at retreats.northmonroe.com

Senior Adults ‌ Senior Adult Bible Study on Wednesdays at 10:00am in the West Venue will continue as normal. For more information, contact Warren at the church or warren@northmonroe.com The Senior Adult (CEOs) Patriotic Celebration, Tuesday, June 28th at 6pm has been moved to the Main Worship Center.

Wednesday Nights at North Church - Kids, students and adults activities begin at 6pm. This is the perfect time to get engaged in going deeper in your relationship with God!  Parents, start each day on the right foot and read along with us in God’s Word. Check out the kids North Church Bastrop Kids Facebook page for a daily parenting devotional. Stay connected with North Church Kids through our Facebook page, ‌ NCB Students Summer Calendar Stop by Maddy's office and grab a copy of our Summer Calendar. Get ready for one fun-filled and God-glorifying summer!

July 6 - Family Fun Night, 5-7 PM. Church will provide burgers, chips, drinks and watermelon. We will be playing volleyball and hanging out together. We will also have a Best Apple Pie Contest, so make your pie and bring it to enter to win! PRAYER MINISTRY/PRAYER ROOM. If you are interested in coming to the church and spending time praying for prayer requests and needs, we now have a prayer room located on our Adult Education Hallway. The prayer room is open anytime the church is open. Let’s be a praying church.  August 17 - LIFT: A Night of Worship and Testimony. We will have a meal at 5 PM in the gym. Cost: $5/$20 family max (RSVP required for supper). At 6 PM in the Worship Center, we will have a time of worship and hear a special testimony by Mary Beth Breshears.

Missions Spotlight:

Project 2.5+: The 2nd Tuesday of each month from 9:00 - 10:00am we will be sorting and organizing donations. If you are interested in joining us you can contact Wendy at wendy@northmonroe.com.

Mission opportunities:  If you or your Life Group is interested in helping with a community mission project, contact the church office (343-4730) or email wendy@northmonroe.com. Desiard Street Shelter: If you or your Life Group would be interested in helping provide/serve a meal for 20-40 people on the third Thursday of the month from 4:30 – 5:30. Ray of Hope (A Food Bank agency at 1835 Winnsboro Road): Mondays: Distribute food boxes any time between 8am – 4pm (lunch provided for volunteers). Wednesdays & Fridays: Prepare food boxes for Monday distribution between 8am – 12noon; Thrift store: price and put out goods. Groups of 10 – 12, call to make arrangements with Karen (318.348-3144) ahead of time. Seeker Springs Ministry (1280 Okaloosa Road, Eros, LA) needs help with carpentry, landscaping and cleaning. Contact Terry Slawson at 318.249.4495.

Staff Anniversaries in June

Jeff McPherson (Director of Facilities and Men’s Ministry) 4 years

Our Purpose

GLORIFYING God by REACHING others with Christ's love and CONNECTING them to His church, while GROWING together in His Word and MINISTRY.

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