NLC Connect - April 15, 2026

April 15th, 2026

connect with God's Word

This is the beauty of community—held together by something greater than ourselves.

connect your calendar

WEDNESDAY, APR. 15:
6:00 p.m. - Open Bible Night - Community Room

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

FRIDAY, APR. 17:
6:00 p.m. - Youth For Christ Auction & Dinner - Pipeline Church Barn in Visalia
(Doors open at 5:30 pm with the Silent Auction and Dinner beginning at 6 pm. Live Auction will begin around 7 pm. Click on the link https://one.bidpal.net/tkyfc/welcome to register to bid. You can bid either in person or remotely.)

SUNDAY, APRIL 19:
8:30 a.m. - Salt & Light Growth Class (new series begins on book of Jude) - Room 114/115
9:30 a.m. - CONNECTING POINT FUNDRAISER - Patio

Come meet and encourage others over coffee and pastries
Donations welcome for our summer SOAR mission participants

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

Guest speaker John Richardson

5:00 p.m. - Youth Group - Community Room & Gym
6:00 p.m. - Mennonite Men's Chorus Concert - Reedley MB Church
6:30 p.m. - GriefShare Support Group - Room 114/115

TUESDAY, APR. 21:
6:00 a.m. - Men's Bible Study - Dining Room
6:30 p.m. - Healing Room Prayer Ministry - Library

WEDNESDAY, APR. 22:
6:00 p.m. - Open Bible Night - Community Room

THURSDAY, APR. 23:
6:00 p.m. - CELEBRATE RECOVERY small groups - Education Center

SATURDAY, APR. 25:
5:30 p.m. - Immanuel Schools' Open House in Reedley

SUNDAY, APRIL 26:
8:30 a.m. - Salt & Light Class - Room 114/115
9:30 a.m. - CONNECTING POINT Coffee & Conversation - Patio
10:00 a.m. - WORSHIP/NLC KIDS/NURSERY
11:15 a.m. - Family Meal - Dining Room (bring a dessert to share)
5:00 p.m. - Youth Group - Community Room & Gym
6:30 p.m. - GriefShare Support Group - Room 114/115

TUESDAY, APR. 28:
6:00 a.m. - Men's Bible Study - Dining Room

Interested in being baptized on April 26? Please contact Pastor Brad or Jessica Aquino for more information.

The sign-up link is also available on the website under the Connect/Adults tab.

connect through giving

Offerings Received last week (4/12): …........ $8,387
Received for Deacon Care Fund: ………......……$285
Offerings Received this year to date: .…. $223,282
Budget to date: ………………….............…...….. $258,217
Needed weekly to meet budget: ….….….….. $9,816

connect to God through prayer

Pray for Norma Froese as she does physical therapy after surgeries, Maya Madrid who is recovering from surgery, and others who have been ill or are caring for loved ones. Karen Madrid is thankful for healing; pray for Manuel Madrid as he waits for more tests and a surgery date.
Pray for those dealing with long-term health issues and cancer treatments.
Also remember: Mae Ewert, Marilyn Chappell and other residents in Palm Village Healthcare, Harold Kruger and others in Sierra View, and Mary Salazar.
Pray for those who have lost loved ones, and those attending GriefShare.
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: 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.
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.

Open Bible Night

Hey friend, we’re excited to launch a new midweek space called Open Bibles on Wednesday nights in the Community Room (side room on north side of the gym). Everyone is welcome—whether you’re new to the Bible or have been reading it for years.
Together, we’ll grow in understanding God’s Word and build confidence in exploring Scripture both personally and in community.
Bring a Bible (we’ll have extras if you need one), something to write with, and a friend!
Each week, we’ll read Scripture, pray, and explore it through conversation. Over five weeks, we’ll practice different ways to engage the Bible:
Week 1 (4/15): Reading Responsibly
Week 2 (4/22): Meditating on Scripture
Week 3 (4/29): Praying God’s Word
Week 4 (5/6): Living Out Scripture
Week 5 (5/13): Reading for Others
Come ready to engage, ask questions, and listen well. We’re excited to gather around God’s Word together.
See you Wednesday!
—Pastor Brad
P.S. Please sign up young children for childcare in advance so our volunteers can prepare.

"So is my word that goes out from my mouth: It will not return to me empty, but will accomplish what I desire and achieve the purpose for which I sent it." - Isaiah 55:11