As the Christmas gift-giving season approaches, Pastor Steve Deane offers some thoughts on how to be intentional with our giving, in order to remind ourselves and our loved ones of our purpose to reflect God, rule our environments, relate in positive ways and reproduce the image of God in the world.

Today, our worship time included these songs:

Steve touches on the two transfigurations of Christ and the importance of following Jesus and “entering the city” to love everyone in spite of their views and beliefs

Pastor Steve Deane reminds us of the call to be thankful in all things, both as a means of honoring God and as a gateway to peace.

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The elders, ministry consultants, and the church welcome Kip into his new role at NCC.

The elders, ministry consultants, and the church welcome Kip into his new role at NCC.

Pastor Tyler Kelce shares some of his reflections on the values we’ve been discussing as a church.

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Pastor Steve Deane shares a message with the church about the reality of eternal life – found in beholding God and His Son.

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Pastor Steve Deane speaks to the church about being the Church (the Body of Christ) to the community around us, acting on behalf of Him to the world.

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Pastor Steve Deane speaks to the church about the importance of practicing and growing in belonging (and making sure others belong as well).

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Pastor Jay Bowen speaks to the church with a message inspired by Psalm 24.

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