NORTH ATLANTA
CONNECTION

ONE GIFT. ONE LOVE. ONE HEART.

The church in the first century faced the same major challenges as the church in the twenty-first century. War, famine, and economic hardship are all documented in history and in the Bible. Then, as now, it seemed there were always more needs than resources. But Jesus taught his disciples a new way to live. He first gave himself, and then he called them to follow in his steps. As a result, Luke could report in Acts 4, "All the believers were of one heart…they shared everything they had...and there was no needy person among them" (Acts 4:32-34).

Our annual One Heart giving initiative begins this Sunday and will last through the end of the year. This year, our goal is $250,000! Please CLICK HERE to see more information about the ministries that will be impacted by our giving. We will also spotlight many of these organizations during worship and in the Connection over the next several weeks. Please begin praying now about how God may be calling you to give so there is no needy person among us.

 Please CLICK HERE and select “One Heart” to give.

ENCOUNTERS WITH THE KING

Some people born into royal families don’t want to be royalty at all. Others dream of being rulers without rivals, and such was King Herod. So, when the Wise Men told Herod they had come to worship “the one who has been born King of the Jews,” Herod tried to set up a deadly encounter of his own with this infant royal rival.

The Wise Men came to worship the King, while Herod wished him dead. These two Encounters with the King epitomize the gospel story. Some come to humbly receive Jesus, and others choose to reject him. But Jesus gives the right to become children of God and citizens of his Kingdom to all who receive him.

As we enter this holiday season and anticipate celebrating the birth of Jesus, we will focus our sermons and small group discussions on our Encounters with the King.  

FENTANYL AND GEORGIA COMMUNITY CONVERSATION

Fentanyl is ravaging communities across Georgia. In its wake, fentanyl leaves complex and emotional issues of policy that must be addressed.

So, it’s time for Georgia to have a conversation with diverse voices to seek solutions to the fentanyl epidemic together.

Join the Georgia Council for Recovery and the North Atlanta Recovery Ministry on Monday, November 18th at 6 pm in Room 115 for a community conversation about the fentanyl epidemic.

Share your opinion, share your ideas, and ask questions! Every voice – including YOUR voice – is important!

NORTH ATLANTA COAT DRIVE

Join us in helping members of our community stay warm this winter by participating in our annual North Atlanta Coat Drive! We are collecting new and gently used coats for men, women, and children.

Please donate coats in one of the collection bins around our building on Sunday mornings or place them in the bin outside the church office between 9 am and 4 pm each weekday. You may also order coats and ship them to the church office (North Atlanta Church of Christ, Attn: Jasmine Turner, 5676 Roberts Dr, Dunwoody, GA 30338).

The deadline to donate coats is Tuesday, December 3rd. 

NORTH ATLANTA FALL EVENTS

We have big plans for the fall semester at North Atlanta, and we hope you will join us! Please CLICK HERE to view our upcoming events and make sure to save these important dates!

BABY SHOWER FOR TORIA VENETICO

Ladies, join us for a baby shower honoring Toria Venetico on Sunday, December 8th from 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm at the home of Anne Simmons (3853 Rainforest Circle, Peachtree Corners). Toria and Rick are expecting a boy, and they are registered at Target.

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 ADULT 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 (open to all adults) – FEC Gym and Online (live.nacofc.org)
• Latino – Room 101
• Young Adults - Room 102
• Recovery Men - Room 105
• Recovery Women – Rooms 106, 113, & 115
• Starting Point - Room 107
• Foundations of New Life - Room 111
• Young Families - Room 112

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 three-year-olds and four-year-olds use the First Look curriculum and learn three powerful truths: God made them, God loves them, and Jesus is their friend.

• Preschool (Ages 3 & 4) – 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 & 2nd Grades – Room 203
• 3rd-5th Grades – Room 222

CHILDREN'S WORSHIP

A special time of age-appropriate worship is available for children from Preschool to 2nd Grade during worship each Sunday morning.

• Preschool Worship (Ages 3 & 4) – Room 210

• Children’s Worship (K-2nd Grade) – Children’s Worship Room (Room 207)

A staffed nursery is also available for babies and two-year-olds during worship.

• Birth-24 Months – Blue Nursery Room

• Two-Year-Olds – Room 213

FRESH FAITH BIBLE STUDY

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

Upcoming Dates:
· November 20
· December 4

FRESH FAITH FINANCIAL SEMINAR: MEDICARE DEEP DIVE

Join us for a Medicare Deep Dive on Saturday, November 23rd from 10 am to 1 pm in Room 101! Bert Pearlman, a valued member of our North Atlanta family with many years of experience in the financial planning industry, will lead this session. Don’t miss this valuable opportunity to explore the details of Medicare and how to navigate healthcare options with confidence. Please contact Bert (bppfss@msn.com) for more information.

THYME 4 FRIENDS

Thyme 4 Friends will not meet on Monday, November 11th. Come join us when we resume on Monday, December 9th!

Thyme 4 Friends meets 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:
• December 9
• January 13

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 Sandra Mackey (smackey12121@gmail.com).

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 contact Marlene Russell (marleneraerussell@yahoo.com) or Sandra Mackey (smackey12121@gmail.com) 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 Rooms 106, 113, 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.

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 at david_padge@yahoo.com for more information.

JOIN A SMALL GROUP!

Small groups are one of the most important ways that 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 are not already part of a small group, now is the perfect time to join one!

Please CLICK HERE to sign up for a group, if you are not already involved with one. You can also sign up at the Welcome Desk on Sunday mornings. Please email smallgroups@nacofc.org for more information.

The Chosen

Come join us on Saturday, November 16th from 3 to 5 pm in HeBrews as we continue watching the fourth 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 (john.oconnor@nacofc.org) or Fred & Sonja Haley (gracenpeace1@gmail.com) for more information.

GRIEFSHARE

North Atlanta hosts a GriefShare small group for members who have lost a loved one on Tuesdays from 6:30 to 8:30 pm in Room 107. 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 and order your workbook. Contact Missy Taylor (missy.taylor@nacofc.org) with any questions.

FREE ACCESS TO THE RIGHTNOW MEDIA APP!

One of our goals at North Atlanta is to provide quality faith-based resources to encourage you and your family in your daily walk with Christ. We are excited to share that our church has partnered with RightNow Media to give you FREE access to the RightNow Media app, a wonderful Netflix-style library of video resources that can be accessed from your phone, tablet, computer, or TV. The app includes a host of studies for adults by well-known Christian teachers on a variety of helpful topics like marriage, grace, finances, and discipleship, as well as textual studies exploring passages like the Beatitudes and the Book of Job. The app also has dedicated sections for both children and teenagers filled with relevant content for all stages of growth and maturity.

Please CLICK HERE to create your free account and download the app. We pray this content blesses you and your family!

SUNDAY BIBLE CLASS

Join us on Sundays for Bible Class from 9:30 to 10:15 am in the Youth Center!

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

Join us for a vibrant Bible study and discussion each Wednesday night from 7 to 8 pm in the Upper Room!

NASM CALENDAR

Please save the dates for these important events!

November 24 - No Class

 *Other events TBA

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 for 2024-2025 is “Immanuel.” 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 (at the end of the Children’s Hall near the Church Office) for a wonderful time of fellowship, study, and prayer! This fall, we are studying Women of the Word: How to Study the Bible with Both Our Hearts and Our Minds by Jen Wilkin. For more information, please contact Donna Nasmyth (donnadre@aol.com) or Pam Blackwell (pjbwell@gmail.com).

WOMEN'S ONLINE BIBLE STUDY

Make sure to join us for our weekly Women’s Online Bible Study each Thursday at 7:30 pm! This fall, we are studying the Book of Hebrews. Please contact Cindy Lawrence (cindylawrence1@gmail.com) for more information and the Zoom meeting link.

Come Join Us!

The North Atlanta Young Adults (NAYA) ministry welcomes young adults of all backgrounds and life situations. Our community is built on encouragement, growth, and service, and we would love for you to join us 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

Come 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.

Sunday Morning Class

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

Small Groups

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

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

Duluth Group
Allen & Katie Jarratt
256-658-2302
jarrattkl@gmail.com

Peachtree Corners Group
Mark & Anne Simmons
Preston & Mary French
ptc.smallgroup@gmail.com

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.