ANCHORED IN SHALOM
Join us this Sunday as Dr. Zane McGee continues our Anchored in Shalom series.
What happens when the storm within replaces shalom? This week, we turn to David and Nathan: one story, one hard truth, and one of the bravest sentences in the Bible (2 Samuel 12:1-13).
Zane, April, and their family have been an important part of the North Atlanta community for the past decade, serving in our kids, recovery, and family ministries. Zane holds a Ph.D. in New Testament from Emory University and serves as both an assistant professor and Director of the Halbert Center for Missions at Abilene Christian University.
NOMINATING OUR NEXT ELDERS
North Atlanta has begun the process of nominating new elders and reaffirming our current elders. In this process, we aren’t just filling roles. We’re prayerfully recognizing where God has already been shaping shepherds among us. During this season, please think and pray about who God may be calling to serve as an elder—people with a deep love for Jesus and for North Atlanta, who show humility and gentleness, who speak truth in love, and who serve well alongside others.
As we discern together, we’re currently offering a Servant Leadership series in our Deeper Dive class on Sunday mornings exploring an elder’s roles as shepherd, teacher, and overseer. The final class in this series will be October 18th, and these sessions are also available on YouTube.
After class on the 18th, our current elders will also take part in a panel discussion from 11:30 am-12:30 pm in the gym, where they will share their own journeys and answer questions about the role and process.
Please read the Member Guide for more information and a timeline of the nomination process. Copies of the guide and nomination form are also available at the kiosk in HeBrews, or you can complete the Elder Nomination Form online. Nomination forms are due to Missy Taylor by Sunday, October 25th.
TRUNK 'N TREAT
Make plans to join us for our annual Trunk ’n Treat on Sunday, October 25th, from 4-6 pm! There will be something for everyone to enjoy, including themed trunks for trick-or-treating, fun games, yummy concessions, festive music, and lots of candy.
There are also several ways you can help. Please sign up by Sunday, October 18th, to decorate a kid-friendly trunk, help with food, serve as a runner, help with setup or cleanup, and more!
If you’d like to donate candy, please:
Place bags of individually wrapped candy in the collection bins in the Atrium or outside the church office by October 23rd.
Order candy online and send it to the church office (North Atlanta Church of Christ, Attn: North Atlanta Kids, 5676 Roberts Dr, Dunwoody, GA 30338).
Contact kids@nacofc.org with questions or for more information.
SHALOM WORKSHOP
Real peace doesn’t come from resolving every conflict. Instead, it grows as we become the kind of people, marriages, families, and communities where God’s shalom – a deep sense of relational wholeness and flourishing that flows from Him – can take root.
Join us on Sunday, November 1st, from 11:45 am-4 pm as we explore what shalom looks like and gain practical tools to pursue it in the relationships that matter most. After a combined opening session, we’ll offer breakouts that focus on finding shalom in four areas of life: Marriage & Dating, Work, Parenting, and Community.
Please CLICK HERE to sign up. Lunch and childcare will be provided.
THANKS FOR SUPPORTING OUR BLOOD DRIVE!
Thank you for supporting our American Red Cross blood drive last Sunday! Together, we collected 26 units of blood, enough to save as many as 78 lives.
Thank you to everyone who donated, to our volunteers who welcomed donors and kept the day running smoothly, to Janet Cox for organizing the drive, and to all who prayed and encouraged others to give. You showed us what it looks like to be a Love First church.
NORTH ATLANTA FALL EVENTS
We’re having a great fall semester at North Atlanta, and we hope you will join us for what’s ahead! Our Events Page has been updated with everything happening through December. Be sure to take a look and save these important dates!
Family News
Memorial for Ed Townsend
Our love and support continue to be with Sarah and Joby Higinbotham after the passing of Sarah’s father, Ed Townsend. Ed was a dearly loved member of North Atlanta. A memorial will be held this Saturday, October 10th, at 11 am in the Worship Center at North Atlanta, with a reception for family and friends following the service in the Atrium. Please keep the family in your prayers.
CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY OF BERT BLACKWELL
We extend our deepest sympathy and love to the family of Bert Blackwell, a former elder at North Atlanta who passed away on October 4th at the age of 85. A memorial will be held this Saturday, October 10th, at 12 pm at Grace Chapel Church of Christ (6755 Majors Rd, Cumming), with visitation beginning at 10 am. Please keep the family in your prayers.
MEMORIAL FOR BETTY GAGE
Our sympathy and love remain with the Gage family after the passing of Betty Gage on August 5th. Betty was a member of North Atlanta for over 50 years and left an indelible mark on so many. A memorial will be held on Saturday, November 21st, at 11 am in the Main Auditorium at North Atlanta, with visitation beginning at 9 am. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to North Atlanta (nacofc.org/give) in Betty’s honor. Please continue to keep the Gage family in your prayers.
PRAYER LIST & PRAYER REQUESTS
Please CLICK HERE for our prayer list.
Please CLICK HERE to share a prayer request with our ministers and shepherds.
Bible Classes
JOIN US FOR BIBLE CLASSES!
Stick around on Sunday mornings for one of our Adult Bible Classes at 10:45 am! 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 107 & 115
Starting Point – Parlor (Room 110)
Young Adults – Room 102
Families
FAMILY MINISTRY BIBLE CLASS
Join us on Sunday mornings from 10:45 to 11:30 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
Brian Sharp & Allen Jarratt
(404) 386-9441; (256) 797-2058
bsharp723@gmail.com; allen.jarratt@gmail.com
Fresh Faith
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:
October 21st
November 4th
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:
October 12th
November 9th
Kids
TRUNK 'n TREAT
Make plans to join us for our annual Trunk ’n Treat on Sunday, October 25th, from 4-6 pm! There will be something for everyone to enjoy, including themed trunks for trick-or-treating, fun games, yummy concessions, festive music, and lots of candy.
There are also several ways you can help. Please sign up by Sunday, October 18th, to decorate a kid-friendly trunk, help with food, serve as a runner, help with setup or cleanup, and more!
If you’d like to donate candy, please:
Place bags of individually wrapped candy in the collection bins in the Atrium or outside the church office by October 23rd.
Order candy online and send it to the church office (North Atlanta Church of Christ, Attn: North Atlanta Kids, 5676 Roberts Dr, Dunwoody, GA 30338).
Contact kids@nacofc.org with questions or for more information.
KIDS WORSHIP
Kids Worship is a special time of age-appropriate worship that is available for kids from Pre-K to 3rd Grade each Sunday morning. These children are dismissed from worship before the sermon each week.
Staffed nurseries are also available for babies (Birth–24 months, Blue Room) and toddlers (Ages 2 & 3, Room 213) during worship.
Kids BIBLE CLASSES
Please join us for engaging Bible classes tailored to each age group every Sunday morning from 10:45 to 11:30 am! Please visit the Kids Check-In Desk in the Atrium to learn more and get started!
Nursery: Our nursery centers on one simple, yet powerful truth: Jesus loves me. This program ministers to our youngest kids through gentle worship music, Scripture read aloud, and nurturing routines that communicate safety, peace, and love.
Babies (Birth–24 Months) — Blue Room
Toddlers (Ages 2 & 3) — Room 213
Preschool: Our preschoolers learn three powerful truths: God made me, God loves me, and Jesus is my friend. This program ministers through movement, creation, and story in ways that capture and engage the hearts and minds of our kids.
Preschool & Kindergarten — Room 206
Elementary: Our elementary kids stretch and grow with three deeper truths: I can trust God, Jesus rescues me, and the Holy Spirit helps me. This program encourages discovery and fuels passion through intentional connection, open discussion, and purposeful community.
1st Grade — Room 204
2nd–3rd Grades — Room 203
4th–5th Grades — Room 222
KIDS NEWS EMAIL
Stay connected with NA Kids! Our email newsletter shares upcoming events, what your child is learning in class, and helpful resources for parents. CLICK HERE to subscribe!
Online Community
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.
Recovery
SUNDAY BIBLE CLASSES
Join us for small group studies on Sundays from 10:45 to 11:30 am! Women meet in Rooms 107 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.
Small Groups
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.
Please CLICK HERE to sign up 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.
Students
MEMORIAL FOR ED TOWNSEND
We invite all NASM families past, present, and future to join our church family this Saturday, October 10th, at 11 am in the Worship Center as we celebrate the life of Ed Townsend at his memorial service. This man of God was a faithful member of North Atlanta and chose to attend every NASM Senior Honors Night he could over the years, even after his grandchildren had long since graduated. Let’s show up for the Higinbotham family the way Ed, Sarah, and their family have shown up for us.
OUR SONG
Make plans to join us for our second annual Our Song worship event on Saturday, October 17th, from 9:30 am to 7 pm at the Cox family’s home! We are so excited for this day of worship, which will include everything from a cappella hymns to instrumental praise. Please sign up and share your song requests here. Lunch will be provided.
SUNDAY BIBLE CLASS
Join us this Sunday for Bible Class from 10:45 to 11:30 am in the Upper Room! Tripp will continue our Grounded series this week.
WEDNESDAY DINNER & BIBLE STUDY
Come join NASM as we gather around a table each Wednesday evening for food, community, and study. Bring your own dinner to HeBrews from 6-7 pm to eat, talk, and connect. Then, head to the Upper Room from 7-8 pm as we dig into Scripture together. Contact nasm@nacofc.org for more information.
STUDENT-LED WORSHIP
Our next student-led worship service is scheduled for February 28th! If you or your student is interested in participating, please reach out to nasm@nacofc.org. We can’t wait to see our students lead our church in worship once again. Join us in praying for this exciting opportunity!
STUDENT EVENTS
We’re excited for the fall semester, and we hope you are too! The Student Events Page has been updated with our August-December events. Make sure to check it out and save these important dates!
Women
TUESDAY SISTERS BIBLE STUDY
Join us for a weekly Bible study on Tuesdays from 10:00-11:30 am in Room 106! This encouraging time of study, prayer, and fellowship is open to women of all ages. Cindy Lawrence is currently leading a study of the Book of Acts. 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! 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 1 Peter, with the theme “Be hopeful…making the best of times out of your worst of times.” Contact cindylawrence1@gmail.com for more information and the Zoom link.
Young Adults
NAYA BIBLE CLASS
Join us in NAYA Bible Class each Sunday morning at 10:45 am in Room 102 for a wonderful time of connection, discussion, and prayer.