NLC Connect - April 8, 2026

April 8th, 2026

connect with God's Word

On Good Friday, our kids stepped into the story through art—remembering that in Jesus, we are created new.
Easter morning was filled with color and joy at our Art Hop before service.
The resurrection story came to life for our kids through Resurrection Eggs, shared by Martha Sawatzky.
We witnessed five baptisms—beautiful declarations of new life.
Laughter and celebration continued with an Easter egg hunt and baskets for each child. Thank you, New Life Community, for your generosity!

connect your calendar

WEDNESDAY, APR. 8:
6:30 p.m. - Prayer Group - Room 113

THURSDAY, APR. 9:
6:00 p.m. - CELEBRATE RECOVERY small groups - Education Center

FRIDAY/SATURDAY, APR. 10-11:
Celebration for World Relief at Fresno Pacific University - for events, schedule, food options, maps, etc., please visit westcoastmccsale.org (volunteers are also needed in the booths and for clean-up!)

SUNDAY, APRIL 12:
8:30 a.m. - Salt & Light Class (last session on 2 Peter) - Room 114/115
9:30 a.m. - CONNECTING POINT Coffee & Conversation - Patio
10:00 a.m. - WORSHIP/NLC KIDS/NURSERY
5:00 p.m. - Youth Group - Community Room & Gym
6:30 p.m. - GriefShare Support Group - Room 114/115

TUESDAY, APR. 14:
6:00 a.m. - Men's Bible Study - Dining Room
9:00 a.m. - LIFT Women's Bible Study series' end party - Room 114/115
2:30 p.m. - Final Good News Club meeting for this school year - Jefferson School
6:30 p.m. - Healing Room Prayer Ministry - Library

WEDNESDAY, APR. 15:
6:00 p.m. - Open Bible Night - Community Room or Dining Room

THURSDAY, APR. 16:
6:00 p.m. - CELEBRATE RECOVERY small groups - Education Center

FRIDAY, APR. 17:
6:00 p.m. - Youth For Christ Auction & Dinner - Pipeline Church Barn in Visalia
(Doors open at 5:30 pm with the Silent Auction and Dinner beginning at 6 pm. Live Auction will begin around 7 pm. Click on the link https://one.bidpal.net/tkyfc/welcome to register to bid. You can bid either in person or remotely.)

SUNDAY, APRIL 19:
8:30 a.m. - Salt & Light Growth Class (new series begins on book of Jude) - Room 114/115
9:30 a.m. - CONNECTING POINT FUNDRAISER - Patio

Come meet and encourage others over coffee and pastries
Donations welcome for our summer SOAR mission participants

10:00 a.m. - WORSHIP/NLC KIDS/NURSERY

Guest speaker John Richardson

5:00 p.m. - Youth Group - Community Room & Gym
6:00 p.m. - Mennonite Men's Chorus Concert - Reedley MB Church
6:30 p.m. - GriefShare Support Group - Room 114/115

TUESDAY, APR. 21:
6:00 a.m. - Men's Bible Study - Dining Room
6:30 p.m. - Healing Room Prayer Ministry - Library

See detailed schedule here!

connect through giving

Offerings Received last week (4/5): ….….... $6,350
Offerings Received this year to date: .…. $214,896
Budget to date: …………………..….............….. $250,147
Needed weekly to meet budget: ………..….. $9,748

connect to God through prayer

Pray for Norma Froese as she recovers at home and does physical therapy, Maya Madrid who is recovering from surgery, and others who have been ill or are caring for loved ones. Karen Madrid is thankful for healing; pray for Manuel Madrid as he waits for more tests and a surgery date.
Pray for those dealing with long-term health issues and cancer treatments.
Also remember: Mae Ewert, Marilyn Chappell and other residents in Palm Village Healthcare, Harold Kruger and others in Sierra View, and Mary Salazar.
Pray for those who have lost loved ones, and those attending GriefShare.
Pray for those who are seeking employment.
Pray for the undocumented in our community and those facing food insecurity and financial challenges.
Pray for our missionaries: Pablo & Maricela Chavez (Peru), Cecil & Tracy Ramos (Thailand), Jonathan & Joanna Gutierrez (Portugal), and Johnny & Denise Esposito (Cambodia).
Pray for peace as violence and war affect so many families and children around the world.
Please pray as we seek a Worship Ministries Leader. If you know someone who may be a good fit, please direct them to the "Job Openings" page on our website.