NORTH ATLANTA CONNECTION

STUDENT-LED WORSHIP

Join us this Sunday morning at 10:30 am as our students lead us in worship! They have poured themselves into this service, and you will not want to miss the passion and wisdom they bring as they use their gifts to lead our church family.

SPIRITUAL GIFTS BIBLE CLASS & WORKSHOP

Join us this Sunday at 9:30 am in the FEC Gym for the final church-wide Bible class in our Spiritual Gifts series.

Then, come back after lunch for a hands-on Spiritual Gifts Workshop from 1-3 pm in the FEC Gym, where we’ll explore our specific gifts more deeply and discover how they fit into the life and mission of our church.

In preparation, we invite you to take a free Spiritual Gifts Assessment.

HELP ASSEMBLE NARCAN KITS

Join us this Saturday, April 25th, at 10 am in Room 115 as we partner with Georgia Overdose Prevention to assemble Narcan kits that will be distributed throughout Georgia. These kits are crucial in reversing narcotic overdoses, and more than 14,000 lives have already been saved in Georgia because of them! Let’s work together to make even more of these lifesaving kits available across our state!

Please CLICK HERE to learn more about Georgia Overdose Prevention. Contact Jasmine Turner (jasmine.turner@nacofc.org) or Christa Kendrick (christa.kendrick@nacofc.org) with questions.

RECOVERY MINISTRY VOLUNTEER TRAINING

Join us for our annual Recovery Ministry Volunteer Training on Saturday, May 2nd, from 9 am to 12 pm in Room 115! God has uniquely positioned our Recovery Ministry to love and disciple so many people, and we need your help to continue that legacy of faithfulness and compassion!

All current Recovery Ministry volunteers are encouraged to attend this training event, and we also invite anyone who is interested to begin serving in the Recovery Ministry to join us as well! Whether you can serve as an individual mentor, a bus driver, a Sunday morning teacher or assistant teacher, or onsite at one of our partner programs once a month, you will make an impact!

Contact Jasmine Turner (jasmine.turner@nacofc.org) or Christa Kendrick (christa.kendrick@nacofc.org) to sign up or for more information.

CINCO DE MAYO FUNDRAISING LUNCH

Please join us after worship on Sunday, May 3rd in the FEC Gym for our annual Cinco de Mayo Fundraising Lunch benefiting NASM Missions!

The North Atlanta Latino Ministry and the North Atlanta Student Ministry are excited to partner again this year to provide wonderful homemade food, including marinated chicken, grilled tortillas, authentic rice, refried beans, guacamole, Jorge Ponce’s famous salsa, and more!

Please plan to donate what your family would pay for lunch out. All donations will support NASM Missions!

NORTH ATLANTA SUMMER EVENTS

Exciting things are happening this summer at North Atlanta, and we don’t want you to miss out! Our events page has been updated with everything you need to know for the coming months. CLICK HERE to check it out, and be sure to save these important dates!

PRAYER LIST & PRAYER REQUESTS

Please CLICK HERE for our prayer list.

Please CLICK HERE to share a prayer request with our ministers and shepherds.

JOIN US FOR BIBLE CLASSES!

Join us on Sunday mornings at 9:30 am for one of our Adult Bible Classes! Bible classes are the perfect place to grow in faith and knowledge, while also growing closer to our North Atlanta family. We have several great options to choose from! For more information about the class options below, please visit the Welcome Desk.

Adult Bible Classes:

• Deeper Dive (all adults) – FEC Gym and Online (live.nacofc.org)

• Families – Room 112

• Recovery Men – Room 105

• Recovery Women – Rooms 106 & 115

• Starting Point – Room 107

• Young Adults – Room 102

FAMILY SUNDAY

This Sunday is Family Sunday — and it’s a special one! We invite the whole family, including our littlest ones, to join us as our students lead worship at 10:30 am!

There will be no children’s programming (Children’s Worship, Preschool Worship, and Nurseries) during worship this Sunday. Family Bags will be available in HeBrews with an activity for children to enjoy, and our Wiggle Room (near the upstairs restrooms in the FEC) will be open and stocked with diapering items and toys for families who need them.

We are excited for our children and volunteers to join in this special time of worship!

CHILDREN'S BIBLE CLASSES

Please join us for engaging Bible classes tailored to each age group every Sunday morning from 9:30 to 10:15 am! Please visit the Children’s Check-In Desk to learn more and get started!

Nursery Classes: Our youngest children receive attentive and compassionate care while learning about God and his creation through songs and play.

• Birth-24 Months – Blue Nursery Room

• Two-Year-Olds – Room 213

Preschool Class: Our preschool children (ages 3+) use the First Look curriculum and learn three powerful truths: God made them, God loves them, and Jesus is their friend.

• Preschool (Ages 3+) – Room 210

Elementary Classes: Using the 252 Kids curriculum, our elementary children learn how to grow in their relationship with Jesus through stories from the Old and New Testaments.

• Kindergarten – Room 206

• 1st Grade – Room 204

• 2nd-3rd Grades – Room 203

• 4th-5th Grades – Room 222

SAVE THE DATE FOR VBS!

Make plans to join us July 17th-19th for VBS as we take kids on an unforgettable journey to discover what it means to follow Jesus and find life in God’s kingdom!

SUBSCRIBE TO NACM NEWS

Stay connected with NACM! Our new email newsletter shares upcoming events, what your child is learning in class, and helpful resources for parents. CLICK HERE to subscribe!

FAMILY MINISTRY BIBLE CLASS

Join us on Sunday mornings from 9:30 to 10:15 am in Room 112 for coffee, fellowship, and Bible study together.

FAMILY MINISTRY SMALL GROUPS

Our small groups meet twice a month on Sundays in various homes around the Atlanta area. Please contact the group leaders for more information if you’re interested in joining a group!

Alpharetta/Roswell Group
Justin & Alli Chamblee
(214) 734-3483
allichamblee@gmail.com

Duluth Group
Scott & Judy Gage
Brian & Emmy Sharp
(404) 386-9441
bsharp723@gmail.com

FRESH FAITH Fellowship

Join us for Fresh Faith Fellowship on the first and third Wednesday of each month at 10 am in Room 101! No matter your age, come share in a wonderful time of singing, fellowship, and study together.

You can also join Fresh Faith Fellowship via Zoom! Please CLICK HERE to join (Meeting ID: 648 828 5707; Passcode 1234). Contact David Padgett (david_padge@yahoo.com) with questions.

Upcoming Dates:

• May 6

• May 20

• June 3

THYME 4 FRIENDS

Come join us for Thyme 4 Friends on the second Monday of each month from 1:30 to 3 pm in Room 101 (near the undercover parking entrance). All senior adults and adults with special needs are invited to share in the fun as we play interactive mind and memory games – with prizes! Thyme 4 Friends provides socialization, stimulation, and support for people who know that life gets better with age. Caregivers are encouraged to participate, or they can also drop off/pick up. This special once-per-month program is hosted in partnership with NACC and offered free of charge. Please contact Marlene Russell (marleneraerussell@yahoo.com or 304-483-6837) with questions or for more information.

Upcoming Dates:

• May 11

• June 8

Join Us for Online Worship!

The North Atlanta Online Community is an important ministry of our church family that is devoted to those who worship with us each Sunday outside of our physical church building. Our online worship experience is beautifully connected with our in-person worship each week, and the Online Community has been designed to provide warmth, connection, and engagement for all who join us online. Whether you need to be away from our in-person gathering because of travel, illness, or any other reason, there is always an online “pew” and a heartfelt greeting waiting for you at live.nacofc.org. We hope that you will join us online for worship anytime you cannot take part in person. No matter how you are able to participate, we are glad that you are part of the North Atlanta family. If you would like more information about the North Atlanta Online Community, please contact info@nacofc.org.

Monthly Online Community Small Group

Join us for our Online Community Small Group on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 7 pm on Zoom! This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with other members of the North Atlanta Online Community as we strive to grow closer to God and each other. Please CLICK HERE to join (Meeting ID: 872 1269 7460; Passcode: 4!) or contact Missy Taylor (missy.taylor@nacofc.org) for more information.

SUNDAY BIBLE CLASSES

Join us for small group studies on Sundays from 9:30 to 10:15 am! Women meet in Rooms 106 and 115, and men meet in Room 105.

Off The Chain

Join us for Off the Chain, a 12-step Christian recovery support group that meets every Wednesday from 7 to 8 pm in our Main Auditorium.

All recovery pathways are welcome.

RECOVERY ON ALL LEVELS

Join us every Monday at 8:30 pm for our weekly online ROAL (Recovery on All Levels) meeting. This women’s support group creates a safe and faith-filled space for healing and growth. The group explores emotional, spiritual, and personal wellness through community, reflection, and practical tools for everyday life. 

CLICK HERE to join (Meeting ID: 959 762 1264; Passcode: #ROAL). Please contact Christa Kendrick (christa.kendrick@nacofc.org) for more information.

Men’s Bible Study

Join us every Tuesday at 7 pm for our weekly online Men’s Bible Study! We study so that we may intimately abide in our relationship with Jesus.

CLICK HERE to join (Meeting ID: 648 828 5707; Passcode 1234). Please contact David Padgett (david_padge@yahoo.com) for more information.

GRIEFSHARE

Join us on Tuesdays from 6:30 to 8:30 pm in Room 107 for our weekly GriefShare small group. This 13-week grief recovery support group provides a safe, comforting place where you can talk with others about your grief. You'll find support, direction, and guidance on how to make it through.

CLICK HERE to sign up and order your workbook, or contact Missy Taylor (missy.taylor@nacofc.org) for more information.

JOIN A SMALL GROUP!

Small groups are one of the most meaningful ways we connect with one another and grow in faith together at North Atlanta. We offer a variety of groups for all seasons of life, which meet in numerous locations around Atlanta or online. If you’re not already part of a small group, now is the perfect time to join!

Please contact smallgroups@nacofc.org for more information or to join a group.

STUDENT-LED WORSHIP

Join us this Sunday morning at 10:30 am as our students lead us in worship! They have poured themselves into this service, and you will not want to miss the passion and wisdom they bring as they use their gifts to lead our church family.

PANAMA MISSION TEAM MEETING THIS SUNDAY

Panama Mission Team members, please plan to join us for a mandatory meeting this Sunday, April 26th, from 12:15 pm to 2 pm in the Upper Room. Feel free to bring your lunch!

SUNDAY BIBLE CLASS

Join us this Sunday for Bible Class from 9:30 to 10:15 am in the Upper Room! This Sunday is Small Group Sunday, and it’s the perfect way to wrap up our series on prayer as we explore different ways to pray and inspire one another toward a deeper prayer life.

WEDNESDAY DINNER

We prioritize being together for one meal each week on Wednesday night from 6 to 7 pm. Bring your own dinner and meet in HeBrews! This is a great time to connect and just have fun, and our weekly circle questions always provide riveting conversation!

WEDNESDAY NIGHT BIBLE STUDY

Come join us this Wednesday night from 7 to 8 pm in the newly renovated Upper Room for worship and Bible study!

STUDENT EVENTS

We have big plans for the summer, and many summer events are already included on the Student Events Page. CLICK HERE to see what’s happening as we wrap up the spring semester and kick off summer together!

TUESDAY SISTERS BIBLE STUDY

Join us for a weekly Bible study on Tuesdays from 9:30 am to noon in Room 106! This encouraging time of study, prayer, and fellowship is open to women of all ages. Our theme is “The Amazing Jesus,” and Cindy Lawrence is leading this study. Please contact Donna Nasmyth (donnadre@aol.com) for more information.

Wednesday Evening Ladies’ Bible Study

Come join us on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month from 7 to 8 pm in the Conference Room for a wonderful time of fellowship, study, and prayer! We are currently studying the Book of Mark. For more information, please contact Donna Nasmyth (donnadre@aol.com) or Pam Blackwell (pjbwell@gmail.com).

WOMEN'S ONLINE BIBLE STUDY

Join us for our weekly Women’s Online Bible Study each Thursday at 7:30 pm. We are currently studying Ecclesiastes. Please contact Cindy Lawrence (cindylawrence1@gmail.com) for more information and the Zoom link.

Come Join Us!

The North Atlanta Young Adults (NAYA) ministry is a vibrant, welcoming community where young adults from all backgrounds and life stages can live, grow, and serve together. Whether it’s a game night, service opportunity, Bible class, or shared meal, NAYA offers a place to belong. We’d love for you to be part of this journey as we strive to Love First together! Please contact youngadults@nacofc.org to connect or for more information.

NAYA BIBLE CLASS

Join us in NAYA Bible Class each Sunday morning at 9:30 am in Room 102 for a wonderful time of connection, discussion, and prayer.

North Atlanta is a Love First family, and if you are struggling or in need, we may be able to help. Please contact membersupport@nacofc.org for more information.

Have you moved, changed your phone number, or begun using a new email address? Please contact Nikki Harper at nikki.harper@nacofc.org to update your contact information with the church or to be added to the weekly Connection email.