NLC Connect - July 8, 2026

July 7th, 2026

connect with God's Word

Our Sunday service was extra special as our NLC Kids took the stage to celebrate an incredible week of Sun-A-Palooza VBS!
As we wrap up an unforgettable Sun-A-Palooza VBS, we're filled with gratitude for the volunteers who served with the love of Jesus!
Last Sunday, our interns, Amelia Villarreal and Dulce Gonzalez, transformed into "human hotdogs!" as a fun reward for our NLC Kids reaching their fundraising goal.
Youth Night was packed with laughter, friendly competition, and unforgettable memories as our students enjoyed a trip to the arcade!

connect your calendar

WEDNESDAY, JULY 8:
6:30 p.m. - Prayer Group - Room 113

THURSDAY, JULY 9:
6:00 p.m. - CELEBRATE RECOVERY small groups - Education Center

SUNDAY, JULY 12:
9:30 a.m. - Connecting Point - Patio

Come meet and encourage others over coffee and pastries

10:00 a.m. - WORSHIP/NLC KIDS/NURSERY

Guest speaker Justin Hiebert from Mennonite Brethren Foundation

5:00 p.m. - Youth Group - Community Room/Gym

TUESDAY, JULY 14:
10:00 a.m. - Summer LIFT Women's Bible Study - Room 114/115
6:30 p.m. - Healing Room Prayer Ministry - Library

WEDNESDAY, JULY 15:
6:30 p.m. - Prayer Group - Room 113

THURSDAY, JULY 16:
6:00 p.m. - CELEBRATE RECOVERY small groups - Education Center

SUNDAY, JULY 19:
9:30 a.m. - CONNECTING POINT - Patio

Come meet and encourage others over coffee and snacks

10:00 a.m. - WORSHIP/NLC KIDS/NURSERY
5:00 p.m. - Youth Group - Community Room/Gym

TUESDAY, JULY 21:
6:30 p.m. - Healing Room Prayer Ministry - Library

connect through giving

Offerings Received last week (7/5): …..,...,,... $7,859
Offerings Received this year to date: .…. $282,622
Budget to date: ………………...........…..…...….. $355,048
Needed weekly to meet budget: ……........….. $17,122

connect to God through prayer

Pray for people traveling for ministry: Jessica Aquino in Lithuania, Ken and Martha Sawatzky in Vietnam and Thailand, and Brian and Christine Willems for a Celebrate Recovery Summit.
Continue praying for Evelyn Romero, Norma Froese, Manuel and Karen Madrid, and Kristel Salazar's nephew Matthew and her friend's stepdad Roger who is home on hospice.
Pray for Tessa Fiscus and her family as she undergoes chemo; for Eugene Enns as he battles an additional type of cancer, and for others dealing with long-term health issues.
Also remember: Mae Ewert, Marilyn Chappell and other residents in Palm Village Healthcare, Harold Kruger and others in Sierra View, and Mary Salazar.
Please pray for Joshua Aquino serving on a fire crew during this fire season. Ask God to protect him, give him strength and wisdom as he serves.
Pray for those who are seeking employment.
Pray for the undocumented in our community and those facing food insecurity and financial challenges.
Pray for our missionaries: Jessica Aquino (Lithuania), Pablo & Maricela Chavez (Peru), Cecil & Tracy Ramos (Thailand), Jonathan & Joanna Gutierrez (Portugal), and Johnny & Denise Esposito (Cambodia).
Pray for peace as violence and war affect so many families and children around the world, and for people in the aftermath of earthquakes in Venezuela.
Please pray as we seek a Worship Ministries Leader. If you know someone who may be a good fit, please direct them to the "Job Openings" page on our website.
Pray for events on the calendar and people connecting with God and each other.

Connect to VBS

As we reflect on the incredible week of Sun-A-Palooza VBS, our hearts are filled with gratitude. Our church was filled with laughter, worship, crafts, and, most importantly, the truth of God. We are deeply thankful for every child, family, volunteer, and leader who contributed to making this week a beautiful reminder of God's faithfulness.

Throughout the week, our children learned that God always makes a way, keeps His promises, and calls each of us to live with authentic, BIG faith. Through the stories of Noah, Moses, Abraham and Sarah, and David, they were reminded that no obstacle is too great for God and that He is always faithful to His people.

Our theme verse, "Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see" (Hebrews 11:1), served as a daily reminder that faith means trusting God even when we can't see what He's doing, knowing that He is always working for our good.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to all of our volunteers, leaders, parents, and youth for being the hands and feet of Christ and for faithfully investing in the next generation. Because of your servant hearts, seeds of faith were planted that we trust will continue to grow for years to come.

As we say goodbye to another wonderful VBS, we celebrate not only the memories created but also the faith that was strengthened. Our prayer is that every child continues to remember that God's love never changes, His promises never fail, and He is always with them wherever they go.
-Amelia Villarreal