NORTH ATLANTA CONNECTION

STUDENT-LED WORSHIP THIS SUNDAY

Join us this Sunday morning as our students lead our worship service! We are so thankful for this amazing group of students, and we look forward to the many ways they will share their gifts and creativity as we worship together.

NASM MISSIONS BAKE SALE

Bring your appetites and your wallets to the FEC Atrium after worship on Sunday, February 8th to support the NASM Missions Bake Sale! Come ready to buy mouthwatering homemade cakes, pies, breads, brownies, cookies, cupcakes, and more! 

We are also looking for bakers who are willing to make items for the bake sale! Please CLICK HERE to sign up to bring baked goods. Items can be dropped off in the FEC Atrium on Friday, February 6th between 1 and 2 pm or on Sunday, February 8th beginning at 8:30 am.

Please contact Christy Ashby (christy.ashby@northatlantapreschool.org) for more information.

LOVE FIRST LUNCH

If you are new to North Atlanta, interested in becoming a member of our church family, or would like to learn more about getting involved, please join us for our Love First Lunch on Sunday, February 15th, at noon in Room 106. CLICK HERE to sign up for the lunch, or contact Marvin Woodward (marvin.woodward@nacofc.org) or Missy Taylor (missy.taylor@nacofc.org) for more information.

INTERPRETING SCRIPTURE WORKSHOP

Join us on Saturday, February 28th, from 9 am to 12 pm in Room 115 for a workshop on reading and interpreting Scripture. Led by Zane McGee, this practical study will help us grow in our ability to dig deeply into God’s Word and apply what we learn to our contemporary context.

Zane holds a Ph.D. in New Testament from Emory University and, along with his family, has been part of the North Atlanta family for many years.

Childcare will be provided, and light refreshments will be served. Please CLICK HERE to sign up or contact Missy Taylor (missy.taylor@nacofc.org) for more information.

BUS DRIVERS NEEDED!

Have a little time and want to make a big impact? 

We’re looking for both CDL and non-CDL drivers to help transport members of our Recovery family to and from worship on Sunday mornings. 

If you can join our monthly driver rotation or would like to learn more, please contact Jasmine Turner (jasmine.turner@nacofc.org) or Christa Kendrick (christa.kendrick@nacofc.org).

NACM NEEDS YOUR HELP!

The North Atlanta Children’s Ministry has several important volunteer needs right now. Please consider joining us in this vital work as we help our children grow in faith together!

Substitute Bible Class Teachers (Sundays, 9:30-10:15 am)

Help step in when a teacher is sick or out of town by joining our substitute list! Curriculum is provided, and lessons are prepared in advance. Each classroom has multiple teachers, and substitutes help ensure our classes continue smoothly and consistently.

Volunteers During Worship (Sundays, 10:30-11:30 am)

Serve during Children’s Worship, Preschool Worship, with our two-year-olds, or in the nursery during worship! There are opportunities for a variety of gifts, including leading Children’s Worship, assisting with children who need extra support, and helping to staff our youngest classrooms. Curriculum is provided, and lessons are prepared in advance. Join our monthly rotation or serve occasionally during the semester.

Wednesday Night Volunteers (Wednesdays, 6:45-8:15 pm)

Serve as part of the OTC Kids team as we play, connect, and grow together! Join our monthly rotation or serve less frequently.

Please contact Savannah Roberts (savannah.roberts@nacofc.org) to sign up or for more information!

NORTH ATLANTA UPCOMING EVENTS

We have big plans for the new year at North Atlanta, and we hope you’ll join us! Our Events Page has been updated with everything you need to know for the coming months. CLICK HERE to see what’s happening and be sure to save these important dates!

BABY SHOWER FOR MARISSA BARKER

Ladies, join us for a baby shower honoring Marissa Barker on Saturday, February 7th, from 11 am to 1 pm at the home of Melissa Shepard (4622 Club Circle NE, Atlanta, GA 30319). Marissa and Vince are expecting a girl, and they are registered at Amazon.

CONDOLENCES TO THE WARE FAMILY

We express our heartfelt sympathy and love to the Ware family following the passing of Tyshawn Carwell, grandson of Steve’s sister, Carol. Tyshawn was 27 years old. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, February 7th, in Charleston, WV. Please keep the entire family in your prayers during this very difficult time.

CONDOLENCES TO THE REYNOLDS FAMILY

We extend our deepest love and condolences to Cassie Reynolds and her family following the passing of Cassie’s mother, Cassandra Parker, on January 27th in Conyers, GA. Cassie previously served as Children’s Minister at North Atlanta. A private memorial service for Ms. Parker will be held later this year. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Georgia Agape or Rainbow Omega. Please be in prayer for Cassie and the entire Reynolds family during this time of loss.

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

• Latino – Room 101

• Recovery Men – Room 105

• Recovery Women – Room 115

• Starting Point – Room 107

• Young Adults – Room 102

FAMILY SUNDAY

This Sunday is Family Sunday! While Children's Worship and Preschool Worship will not meet, Family Bags will be available with an activity for children to enjoy during our worship service. You can pick up a Family Bag from your child's Bible class or the stand in HeBrews. Additional children’s resources can also be found in HeBrews.

A staffed nursery will still be available for children ages two and under during 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

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:

• February 4

• February 18

• March 4

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:

• February 9

• March 9

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 Tuesday of each month at 7:30 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 email info@nacofc.org for the Zoom link or more information.

SUNDAY BIBLE CLASSES

Join us for small group studies on Sundays from 9:30 to 10:15 am! Women meet in Room 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.

Men’s Bible Study

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

Please contact David Padgett (david_padge@yahoo.com) for more information.

THE CHOSEN

Come join us on Saturday, February 21st, from 3 to 5 pm in HeBrews as we continue watching the fifth season of The Chosen, a series about Jesus, his disciples, and their shared ministry together. Adults, children, family, and friends of all ages are welcome! Please contact John & Sherri O’Connor (Oconnorcfo@gmail.com) for more information.

WEEKLY PRAYER GATHERING

Join us each Thursday at 12:00 pm in the Main Auditorium for a time of prayer together. Led by Callie Turner, these gatherings are open to everyone as we lift up our church, community, country, and world in prayer.

All are welcome! Come as you are able—whether weekly or occasionally—and join your voice with ours in collective prayer. 

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 RETREAT

Please be in prayer for our Student-Led Retreat this Friday-Sunday! We are looking forward to an amazing time together!

PULSE THIS SUNDAY!

Join us this Sunday for our monthly Pulse gathering! We will have fun games, good food, and real talk! Parents are welcome to stay and fellowship.

Who: 6th-12th Grade Students
When: 5:45-7:30 pm
Where: Chamblee Home (680 St. Regis Lane, Alpharetta)
Bring: $5 per Person for Dinner

Please CLICK HERE to RSVP by Friday to help us plan for food!

MISSION TRIP APPLICATIONS

We are so excited for our high school students to return to Panama and our middle school students to serve in Louisville, KY this summer! CLICK HERE for applications and more information about each trip. Remember, applications are due Sunday, February 22nd!

SUNDAY BIBLE CLASS

Join us this Sunday for Bible Class from 9:30 to 10:15 am in the Youth Center! This week is our Small Group Kick-Off! Come enjoy donuts, fruit, and juice together as we begin a new rhythm of monthly small groups during Bible Class. This week’s Bible Class will also be the culmination of our Student-Led Retreat, and we know our conversations will be rich after such an awesome weekend together!

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 spring semester, and we hope you’ll join us! Our Student Events Page has been updated with everything you need to know for the coming months. CLICK HERE to see what’s happening and be sure to save these important dates!

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 the Book of Proverbs. 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 Derek Nichols (derek.nichols@nacofc.org) or Shannon Nichols (shannonstuntznichols@gmail.com) 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.