Sunday’s Scripture –May 24, 2020 Ephesians 1:15-23, Luke 24: 44-53 Reflection This is Ascension Sunday. At the end of Luke 24 is an account of this event. Before Jesus …
PW Needs Volunteers
PW is dedicated to the Women of the Church – to create fellowship, personal connections, and spiritual growth opportunities for all of our Sisters in Christ. We need you to …
Virtual Worship Services Through June 30
Good afternoon, I hope you all are doing well. Please know your staff is praying for you and doing what we can to minister effectively in this most interesting …
Kept in our Hearts
Sunday’s Scripture –May 17, 2020 Psalm 66:8-20, John 14:15-21 Reflection Jesus’s words to his disciples in John 14 are part of what’s known as The Farewell Discourse– his parting …
No Trouble in My Heart
Sunday’s Scripture –May 10, 2020 Psalm 31:5, 15-16, John 14:1-14 Reflection John 14-17 is known as the Farewell Discourse. Mostly written in red, it’s Jesus’s parting words to his …
2020 VBS at HOME
Join us for Northminster’s VBS at Home 2020! July 20-24 This year, we will continue to provide a meaningful VBS experience, but we’ve made some changes to follow CDC and …
May 2020 Yellow Bag Ministry
We are going to support two ministries for YELLOW BAG in May. Redeemer Church is a community church near Mercedes Benz stadium that supports its neighbors. Right now they are …
Hearts Overflowing
Sunday’s Scripture –May 3, 2020 John 10:1-10, Acts 2:42-47 Reflection At the end of Acts 2, we are told about the life of the early Church: “They devoted themselves to …
Continuing Virtual Worship Services
Good afternoon, I pray you are all doing well. Please contact a member of the staff if there is something you need. Last Monday at our Session meeting, the …
Straight from the Heart
Sunday’s Scripture –April 26, 2020 Psalm 116:1-4, 12-19, Luke 24: 13-35 Reflection Luke is the only gospel writer who gives us the story of The Walk to Emmaus. You can …
Help Provide Apr. 26th Mercy Church Breakfast
Our friends at Mercy Community Church need our help with food as they have been feeding around 80 people each Sunday– up from the 40 to 50 they usually feed. …
Glad Hearts
Sunday’s Scripture –April 19, 2020 Psalm 16:5-11, John 20:19-31 Reflection In the latter part of John 20, we are told what the disciples were up to before Jesus appeared to …
April 2020 Yellow Bag Ministry
Mission of the Month Beneficiary: North Fulton Community Charities (NFCC). NPC values your health above all right now. If you wish to engage in bagging rice or beans, please only …
More Like The Donkey
Sunday’s Scripture –April 5, 2020 Matthew 21:1-11 Reflection In Matthew 21, we read about Jesus’s Triumphal Entry into Jerusalem. The chapter begins with Jesus instructing the disciples to go and …
Updated Online 2020 Holy Week Worship Schedule
Preparing for Worship at Home this Holy Week Holy Week Devotional Preparing for Worship at Home this Holy Week Palm Sunday Worship with Communion – Facebook Watch Party at …
April 3rd Letter from Patrick Day
Dear Northminster Family – We’re on the edge of Holy Week, and just as the days were uneasy as Jesus made his way into Jerusalem centuries ago, we’re living in …
Day School Director Andrea Bourgeois’ April 3rd Letter
Dear NDS families, Hope this finds you all safe, healthy, and settling in to this temporary way of life. Once again, I’m in a quiet school, wishing you all …
Dry, Dry Bones
Sunday’s Scripture –March 29, 2020 Ezekiel 37:3 Reflection Maybe it feels a bit like we’re in a valley of dry bones. Maybe you’re the prophet Ezekiel, bringing a message …
A Shepherd Who Is With Us
Sunday’s Scripture –March 22, 2020 Psalm 23 Reflection “The Lord is my Shepherd, I shall not want.” That’s how the NRSV translates the first verse of the infamous twenty-third …
March 18 Letter from Patrick Day
Good afternoon, Earlier this week I shared information with the leadership of the church (the staff, session and deacons) that I’d like to share with all of you. It’s an …
NPC Cancels All In-Person Activities Due to COVID-19
In times such as this, we need to remember that God is sovereign, and that we are part of something bigger than any one particular time. We take strength from …
Under Pressure
Sunday’s Scripture –March 15, 2020 So Moses cried out to the Lord, “What shall I do with this people? They are almost ready to stone me.” Exodus 17:4 And just …
CANCELLED–Easter Egg Hunt to Be Held on April 11th!
Northminster’s Annual Easter Egg Hunt Saturday, April 11th 10:00 – 11:30am The hunt will begin at 10:45am. There will be a petting zoo, too!
NPC Spring Work Day: Postponed
Our annual NPC Spring Clean-Up Day is coming soon! This March 28th event has been postponed and will be rescheduled, because Northminster has cancelled all in-person events through March 29th. …
Best Health Practices for Worship
With heightened concerns over spreading viruses, please use caution and common sense in all public places, including church. During this season, we will adjust some of our practices to keep …
POSTPONED: Puerto Rico Relief Mission Fundraiser
This Event Has Been Postponed & Will Be Rescheduled Soon. We’ll do the work…. You witness the shredding. All donations accepted for the Puerto Rico Relief Mission.
Eyes Opened
Sunday’s Scripture –March 1, 2020 Then the eyes of both were opened. – Genesis 3:7a Whoever you are, no matter how lonely, the world offers itself to your imagination. – …
March 2020 Yellow Bag Ministry
This month we will be supporting Charter Peachford Hospital to help those facing mental health issues. We will be collecting two items only (for men and women, boys and girls– …
Join Us for Chili Cook-Off on March 8th!
Annual Chili Cook-Off Sunday, March 8th, after 11:15am Service Fellowship Hall Bring a crockpot of your favorite chili (or soup) and let’s join together for a gathering of food and …
Epiphany to Lent: The Transfiguration
In this season of Epiphany, we focus on God’s fulfillment of unfailing promises, the promise of new life through Jesus, faithfulness, ministry, blessings, guidance, freedom, and the promise in the …
God’s Promise in the Transfiguration
Sunday’s Scripture –February 23, 2020 Psalm 2, Matthew 17:1-9 Reflection The Pre-Christian and Celtic people of Ireland, Scotland, Wales and England had a keen sense for thin places. Thin places …
God’s Promise of Freedom
Sunday’s Scripture –February 16, 2020 Deut. 30:15-20, Ps. 119:1-8 Reflection If God is omniscient, omnipotent, and omnipresent, then he must directly control every single molecule in the universe, right? That …
Mar. 15th Hunger Walk/Run IS Cancelled
~~ This Event has been cancelled! ~~ Sunday, March 15th ~ 12:00pm – 4:00pm 12:00pm – Event Begins, Onsite Registration, & Entertainment Starts 2:00pm – 5K Walk/Run Starts 4:00pm: …
HomeStretch’s Peachtree Tea on Feb. 25th
Date: Tuesday, February 25th Check-in at 11:00 a.m. Location: Country Club of the South 4100 Old Alabama Road Johns Creek, GA 30022 Phone: 770-642-9185 Website: https://e.givesmart.com/events/g3S/ We thank you for …
2019 NPC Annual Report
View Northminster Presbyterian Church’s Annual Report 2019 here.
Family Promise’s Meals With Meaning
Family Promise will host their 2nd Annual Meals with Meaning event on Thursday, March 12th, at the Roswell Historic Cottage. You can buy tickets or get more information at: http://www.familypromisenfd.org/events.html.
God’s Promise of Guidance/Youth Sunday
Sunday’s Scripture –February 9, 2020 Ps. 112:1-10, Matt: 5:13-20 Reflection We return to the beatitudes this week with Jesus’ counter-cultural message. Every home, however poor, used and still uses both …
Ladies, Reserve Your Spot on PW’s Annual Retreat
Come join us for a relaxing and rejuvenating weekend in the mountains. All are invited! LIVING LOVED MARCH 20-22, 2020 THE DILLARD HOUSE DILLARD, GEORGIA DR. CATHERINE TAYLOR Ask a Christian …
NPC’s Visitation Ministry Needs Volunteers
Would you like to engage in a ministry that not only gives our members Joy but will likely give you Joy in return? If you have a gift for listening and …
Join us for the Lenten Workshop!
This workshop is for all ages and includes a wide variety of activities as we begin our Lenten journey together. RSVP to Jennifer for planning purposes!
Feb. 2020 Yellow Bag Mission
This month we will be supporting Homestretch as they guide homeless families toward permanent housing and stable employment, finances and family. Please help us to make a difference in the …
God’s Promise of Blessing
Sunday’s Scripture –February 2, 2020 Psalm 15, Matthew 5:1-12 Reflection In Matthew, Jesus teaches us that we need to be followers, even if it means being persecuted. We are to …
God’s Promise of Ministry
Sunday’s Scripture –January 26, 2020 Psalm 27:1,Psalm 27:4-9; Matthew 4:12-23 Reflection For centuries, Jewish rabbis called young men to be their disciples or followers. But the education process began long …
PW News for January 2020
A Note from the Coordinating Team Happy New Year! 2020 feels like a year full of possibilities! We hope to see you this year. We are very excited about the …
God’s Promise of Faithfulness
Sunday’s Scripture –January 19, 2020 1 Corinthians 1:1-9, Psalm 40:1-11 Reflection Something important to keep in mind when studying Paul’s writings is that he had no intention of his letters …
Make Someone’s Day Special
Presbyterian Women is sending gift cards to our college students and homebound seniors for Valentine’s Day. If you have someone you would like to receive a fun Valentine surprise, please …
NPC’s Day School Sunday: Feb 23rd
You are invited to attend Northminster Presbyterian Church’s Day School Sunday on Sunday, February 23rd @ 11:15 am. We will celebrate NDS’ 35th anniversary in worship with children singing as …
“Discover NPC” Lunch and Learn on Feb. 9th
We extend a warm invitation for you to join us for our “Discover NPC” Lunch and Learn on Sunday, February 9th from 12:30—1:45 pm (immediately following the 11:15 am worship …
Family Promise Volunteers Needed!
Believe it or not, we are about to begin our 8th year as hosts for Family Promise North Fulton/Dekalb! In the last 7 years, we have provided warm hospitality, delicious …
NPC’s Archive Needs Your Help!
Do you have any photos of NPC, NPC members, or NPC events? Did you find any old NPC documents while de-cluttering your house for the new year? Well, you’re in …
Souper Bowl Sunday: Feb 2nd
On February 2, 2020, the youth group will participate in the ‘Souper Bowl of Caring’ for the Super Bowl. This national effort turns Super Bowl Sunday into the nation’s largest …
Join Us for NPC’s Annual Mardi Gras Party!
NPC’s Annual Mardi Gras Party Saturday February 8, 6:30PM At Charlie & Marline Kelly’s Home Beads and king cake will be provided. Suggested items you could bring …
God’s Promise of New Life
Sunday’s Scripture –January 12, 2020 Psalm 29, Matthew 3:13-17 Reflection Most Protestant denominations recognize two sacraments: baptism and Holy Communion. A sacrament is a vehicle for God’s grace. That is, …
Green Team Summit 2020
Hosted by GA Interfaith Power & Light (GIPL) Facing the Rising Sun: Climate Change & Ecowomanist Wisdom is the focus of GIPL’s third annual Green Team Summit, featuring Rev. Dr. Melanie …
January Is Name Tag Month
January has officially been declared Name Tag month! Look for tables with name tags all month long and be sure to fill one out to wear during and after the …
Yoga Class: A New Season, A Renewed You!
We are back for another session of Yoga! we meet on Thursday evenings at 6:30 until 8:00 pm. Please come join us in Room 110/111 ~ We’d love to see …
WeKnit Group to Meet Weekly at NPC
WeKnit (and crochet, needlepoint, and cross-stitch) Join us each week for a time to work on our projects and share our love of working with our hands with others. This …
January 2020 Yellow Bag Ministry
This month we will be supporting Mercy Church, a place where people who live in housing and those who do not, come together to work and to make the world …
What? Me? Play Handbells?
Yes, there is a place for YOU in our handbell choir. We will resume rehearsals at 7:30 pm on Wednesday, January 8th. Teens and adults are welcome. If you think …
Christmas Eve – What Can’t Wait
Christmas Eve Scripture –December 24, 2019 Luke 2:1-14 (15-20), Isaiah 9:2-7 Reflection The first time we actually hear Jesus called “the Messiah” in Luke is in the angelic announcement to …
Love Can’t Wait
Sunday’s Scripture –December 22, 2019 Matthew 1:18-25 Reflection Have you ever had to put all your trust in something you didn’t fully understand or maybe even at the time, believe? …
Welcome to Brian Ward, NPC’s New Director of Youth and Young Adult Ministries!
Brian Ward comes to NPC after having served in ministry for the last 23 years. He has held positions in congregations ranging from 500 to 5,000 people. During his time …
Volunteers Needed for N. Fulton Warming Center
North Fulton Community Charities has partnered with local churches, civic groups and individuals to activate a warming center in North Fulton when the weather creates safety issues for homeless adults …
Joy Can’t Wait
Sunday’s Scripture –December 15, 2019 Isaiah 35:1-10 Luke 1:46B-55 Reflection Luke 1:46-55 is often called “Mary’s Song”, and this is the first of four “songs” in the book of Luke. …
What Can’t Wait
Have you ever heard a child or adolescent utter, “I can’t wait!!!!” As adults, we may have used the same phrase. I can’t wait for the weekend! I can’t wait …
Peace Can’t Wait
Sunday’s Scripture –December 8, 2019 Isaiah 11:1-10 Matthew 3:1-12 Reflection When reading Isaiah 11:1-10, this insurance commercial from the mid-2000s comes to mind. This portrait of the peaceable Kingdom is …
Hope Can’t Wait
Sunday’s Scripture –December 1, 2019 Isaiah 2:1-5 Psalm 122 Reflection Professionals who help people in difficult situations recognize that having hope is fundamental to overcoming bad situations. Studies have been …
Christ is the Center of All
Sunday’s Scripture –November 24, 2019 Colossians 1:11-20 Background In Paul’s letter to the Colossians he speaks with urgency, reminding the church of who Jesus is and what that means for …
Help Decorate Our Sanctuary on Dec. 7th
It’s time to decorate the Church for Advent and Christmas. We will meet on Saturday, December 7th, beginning at 9:00 am and would gratefully appreciate your help.
Faith in Public
Sunday’s Scripture –November 17, 2019 Isaiah 65:17-25 Background The book of Isaiah is a rich, complex, and massive book. Many scholars divide the book into two major sections. Chapters 1-39 …
Faith in Difficult Times
Sunday’s Scripture –November 10, 2019 Job 19:23-27 Reflection The scripture for this lesson comes from the book of Job. Job is a beautiful and complicated work. Christians, scholars, and Christian …
What Disciples Do
In these autumn weeks that lead up to Advent, our worship theme is “What Disciples Believe Do.” This isn’t to discount the significance of belief at all; instead, the theme …
Hope in Resurrection
Sunday’s Scripture –November 3, 2019 Ephesians 1:11-13 Reflection We learn from the Apostle’s Creed another attribute of what Disciples do. Disciples affirm their belief in “the communion of saints.” On …
2019-2020 Sunday School Classes
Children and Youth Sunday School Classes Pre-K/Kindergarten Sunday School Class Our pre-k & kindergarten children learn through arts and crafts, music, stories, games and more! Each week a variety of …
Leaving Judgment Where It Belongs
Sunday’s Scripture – October 27, 2019 Luke 18:9-14 Reflection The Pharisee was the example of an ideal religious person. He attended the temple, he prayed, he fasted two times a …
Wrestling with God
Sunday’s Scripture – October 20, 2019 Genesis 32:22-31 Reflection What does it mean to wrestle with God? We read this odd account in Genesis of Jacob wrestling with a “man”. …
Keeping hope alive while the world falls apart
Sunday Scripture – October 14, 2019 Jeremiah 1:1, 4-7 Reflection Here are two theological truths we can always count on: 1) bad things will happen, and 2) there is hope …
For the love of money
Sunday Scripture – September 29, 2019 1 Timothy 6:6-10 Background Paul probably wrote First Timothy after being released from house arrest and then doing some more traveling. Timothy was serving …
The Parable of the Dishonest Manager
Sunday Scripture – September 22, 2019 Luke 16:1-13 Reflection In Jesus’ day cash was less important than actual goods. This is a difficult concept for us who live in a …
Heavenly Banquet
Sunday Scripture – September 1, 2019 Luke 14:1, 7-14 Reflection In the United States, we are a people of great resources and privilege. Even the poorest among us is many …
Faith and Freedom
Sunday Scripture – August 25, 2019 Luke 13:10-17 Reflection We can tell when adults really care for and respect the children around them – they get on their level when …
Cloud of Witnesses
Sunday Scripture – August 18, 2019 Hebrews 11:29-12:2 Reflection This week people have been sharing this powerful interview* between Anderson Cooper and Stephen Colbert, focusing on their conversation on grief, …
Things Hoped For, Things Unseen
Sunday Scripture – August 11, 2019 Hebrews 11:1-3, 8-16 Reflection This text from Hebrews 11 forms the basis of the question we are asking ourselves for the next four weeks: What …
Rooted and Reaching
So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live your lives in him, rooted and built up in him, strengthened in the faith as you were …
Making a Difference
Assembling meals for people whom we will never meet. Repairing houses that have been destroyed by storms and floods. Sitting in a hospital room. Just holding the hand of someone …
No Longer Strangers
Have you ever spent some time after Sunday worship, just standing and looking around the sanctuary as people leave? If you’ve never done it, try it out; we bet you’ll …
