Program — North Hills Christian Church

WELCOME! We’re glad you chose to join us today! Here at NHCC, we have a passion for making lifelong followers of Jesus. You can expect a friendly, casual atmosphere that invites you to explore and discover at your own pace. During the worship service, children’s programming is available for children from infants through students in 5th grade. Here are some components you may experience in your time here today:

Songs of Worship: This is a time where we proclaim together all that God is and all He has done. We invite you to sing along to the words on the screen as they are sung.

Communion: Followers of Jesus are invited to take the provided individual self-serve packets of bread and juice as a ceremonial reminder of God’s great sacrifice of His son, Jesus, on the cross for our sin. If you are unsure, feel free to simply use this time for quiet reflection. Please discard used cups in the trash as you leave.

Offering: This is our opportunity to give back to God financially from what He has given to us. Please place your gifts and Connect Cards in one of the offering boxes outside the sanctuary doors. You can also give via our mobile app, Tithe.ly.

Invitation: This is an opportunity to respond to God’s prompting by talking with a pastor or leader at the indicated time... to commit your life to Christ through baptism (the water is always warm!), to place membership with the church, for prayer… one way or another, if God is stirring in your heart this morning, don’t leave without responding in some way.

CURRENT MESSAGE SERIES - "Down on the Farm" - In Matthew 13, Jesus shares a parable where He uses a farmer planting seeds as a picture of faith and living life in God’s kingdom… but this story and its application is far richer and far more challenging than a simple children’s Sunday School storybook. Join us this series as we look at life lessons from the Lord of the harvest about things like hard hearts, resistant soil, choked-out growth, thorns, and what health & flourishing can look like.

Message this morning:
Down on the Farm - wk 1
Ethan Harrington - Lead Pastor

Happening at NHCC - email the office or mark your Connect Card if you are interested in more info on any of the following:

NHCC IS GOING CAMPING! Join us June 19-21, in Laurel Hill State Park to camp in a shared, family-friendly site loop, adjacent to an open field, playground, sand volleyball courts, bathhouses & a lake beach for swimming! Arrive Friday and depart Sunday after a simple worship and devotional time. Cost is $85 (per site) for 2 nights and a shared meal Saturday evening. Visit the Events page of our website to register.

HONDURAS MISSION TRIP: We have a committed partnership with Lifeline Christian Mission and their work in Honduras. We are recruiting a team to travel to Choloma this summer, July 20-27, 2026- mark your Connect Card if interested!For more information & details on our partnership with Lifeline, check out the video pinned on our YouTube page or visit the Missions page of our website.

CIY SUMMER CONFERENCES: This summer, students entering 6th-8th grades will head to Juniata College in Huntingdon, PA July 13th-17th for CIY Mix. High school students will attend CIY Move the week of June 10th - 14th at Johnson University in Knoxville, TN. These weeks will be the best of your kid's summer! The deadline to hold your spot with a $125 deposit is May 17th. Visit the events page of our website to register today!

STUDENT DODGEBALL & DANCE PARTY: On April 19th from 6:30-8pm, students are having a Dodgeball and Dance Party Night! Whether you're looking to show off your extreme dodgeball skills, groove around to some Just Dance, or sing your heart out in our Karaoke Room, 6th-12th graders will not want to miss out on this night of absolute fun!

STUDENT NIGHTS:9th-12th graders, come hang out Sunday nights from 6:30-8pm as we hear a message and meet in small groups to build community and talk about Jesus. 6th-8th meets Sunday mornings during our worship service.

SAFE MINISTRIES: Everyone is invited to attend this 1 hour child abuse awareness training on May 17th after church. All children and student volunteers are strongly encouraged to attend. Email Amanda before May 14th to attend.

PILATES: Join us for a free session of Pilates at the church as we gage interest in the viability of an ongoing class. Pilates focuses on
moving within your body’s limits, not pushing past them. Gentle movement, no pressure, no intimidation. Session one (5/1 - 7pm) will be
chair-based for all mobility levels, and the second (5/22- 7pm) will move to the floor, still designed for beginners. Come as you are!

LIFE GROUPS: We value genuine community here at NHCC. Life groups are small groups, most of which meet together weekly & in homes, to connect, grow, and serve together. Regardless of where you are in your faith journey, there is a place for you!

STUDENTS LOT PARTY FUNDRAISER - DONATIONS NEEDED: We are seeking donations of Goods & Services to be used as auction items for our Student's CIY Fundraiser on Sunday, May 31st, right after church. Our 6th - 12th grade students host this fun, open-house style outdoor event - there will be food, auctions,& goods for sale - all to connect together, welcome Summer & to raise funds for this year’s Christ in Youth conferences. Donations need to be in the office by Sunday, May 24th.

WOMEN’S STUDY:Join us Wednesdays at 9:30 am, in the church lobbyfor a women's study on Hebrews, lead by Karen Landis.

MEN'S STUDY: Join us for a new study based on the book of John, Mondays at 7pm in Wexford at the home of Paul Jones.

INFERTILITY SUPPORT GROUP: If you have been impacted by the pain and isolation of infertility and pregnancy-related loss & heartbreak, join in community & conversation with others who know how it feels. Dates & times are coordinated by Debbie Harrington with those interested.

FOOD DISTRIBUTION: Each week we provide FREE groceries to families in need. This is a vital way that we serve our community, and demand is higher than ever. A list of needed items can be found at the Welcome table. Consider donating items to help us keep meeting this need.

DAYS FOR GIRLS:NHCC actively partners with Days for Girls, an organization which seeks to break down stigmas and limitations by providing sustainable and effective feminine hygiene solutions & education to under-privileged girls and women worldwide. We meet Mondays 10am-12:30pm.