Sunday Bulletin
May 10th, 2026
Announcements
LINK TREE
We know it’s hard to keep track of all the links to the various things happening at NMPC. For your convenience, we have created linktr.ee to house all of our important links. Be sure to visit linktr.ee/nmpc to check them out!
We know it’s hard to keep track of all the links to the various things happening at NMPC. For your convenience, we have created linktr.ee to house all of our important links. Be sure to visit linktr.ee/nmpc to check them out!
2026 "I Will Follow" Reading Plan
As we begin 2026, we invite you to join our year-long Scripture Reading Plan centered on the theme “I Will Follow.” Each month, we’ll explore the life of a biblical character whose story shows what it truly means to follow God with trust, obedience, and surrender.
The plan includes a short monthly introduction and three to four Scripture passages designed to be approachable, reflective, and formative—helping us grow together as disciples of Jesus.
📖 Access the reading plan at nmp.church by clicking NMPC Reading Plan, or through the NMP.Church App.
As we begin 2026, we invite you to join our year-long Scripture Reading Plan centered on the theme “I Will Follow.” Each month, we’ll explore the life of a biblical character whose story shows what it truly means to follow God with trust, obedience, and surrender.
The plan includes a short monthly introduction and three to four Scripture passages designed to be approachable, reflective, and formative—helping us grow together as disciples of Jesus.
📖 Access the reading plan at nmp.church by clicking NMPC Reading Plan, or through the NMP.Church App.
Prayer Summer Cohort
5/15/26
Glen Rock, NJ
A 6-week prayer group starting on May 15th.
Come with a prayer request or two and commit to see how God moves over the 6 weeks with this community partnering with you in prayer. Even if you’re a seasoned prayer warrior or just starting to incorporate a prayer rhythm, we know God’s got something for you. Let’s hear him out!
nmpc.link/cohort
5/15/26
Glen Rock, NJ
A 6-week prayer group starting on May 15th.
Come with a prayer request or two and commit to see how God moves over the 6 weeks with this community partnering with you in prayer. Even if you’re a seasoned prayer warrior or just starting to incorporate a prayer rhythm, we know God’s got something for you. Let’s hear him out!
nmpc.link/cohort
Koinonia Prayer Night
5/22/26
Join us for our next Koinonia Prayer Night on Friday, May 22 @ 7PM. To ensure enough food is prepared, please be sure to RSVP.
Koinonia in Greek means "fellowship." In the Bible, however, fellowship means much more than what modern Christians have made it. It involves intimacy in relationship and a deep spiritual camaraderie that involves prayer, mutual encouragement & edification, and the breaking of bread. This prayer night is designed to reflect the spirit of that word and to meet people where they are, similar to what we see in the Book of Acts.
nmpc.link/prayer
5/22/26
Join us for our next Koinonia Prayer Night on Friday, May 22 @ 7PM. To ensure enough food is prepared, please be sure to RSVP.
Koinonia in Greek means "fellowship." In the Bible, however, fellowship means much more than what modern Christians have made it. It involves intimacy in relationship and a deep spiritual camaraderie that involves prayer, mutual encouragement & edification, and the breaking of bread. This prayer night is designed to reflect the spirit of that word and to meet people where they are, similar to what we see in the Book of Acts.
nmpc.link/prayer
Community Yard Sale: A Thailand Fundraiser
5/30/26
Fort Lee, NJ
Join us for a Community Yard Sale as we come together to support our upcoming Thailand mission trip!
Saturday, May 30
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
6 Virginia Ave, Fort Lee, NJ
We’re currently accepting donations of gently used items. If you’d like to contribute, please bring your items to the church office in advance.
Come out, support a great cause, and invite a friend!
nmpc.link/yardsale
5/30/26
Fort Lee, NJ
Join us for a Community Yard Sale as we come together to support our upcoming Thailand mission trip!
Saturday, May 30
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
6 Virginia Ave, Fort Lee, NJ
We’re currently accepting donations of gently used items. If you’d like to contribute, please bring your items to the church office in advance.
Come out, support a great cause, and invite a friend!
nmpc.link/yardsale
Bumps, Bottles, and Blessings
6/13/26
Palisades Park, NJ
Join us for a special day of support, resources, and community care for parents and parents-to-be! Whether you're expecting your first, navigating the newborn stage, or supporting a loved one, this event is designed to help you feel supported, encouraged, and connected.
🗓 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
✨ What to expect:
🍼 Free baby goods (new & gently used, while supplies last)
💬 A space to connect with other parents and caregivers
🙏 Prayer & blessings for you and your family
🎟️ Grand raffle: Babyletto 8-in-1 Convertible Crib ($799 value!)
☕ Light refreshments provided
🎓 Programming includes:
• Breastfeeding 101
• Postpartum Wellness (English & Korean)
• Essential Newborn Care
Registration is free but required to help us prepare for you.
*In collaboration with Korean Community Services (KCS), an independent, non-religious nonprofit.
nmpc.link/bbb
6/13/26
Palisades Park, NJ
Join us for a special day of support, resources, and community care for parents and parents-to-be! Whether you're expecting your first, navigating the newborn stage, or supporting a loved one, this event is designed to help you feel supported, encouraged, and connected.
🗓 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
✨ What to expect:
🍼 Free baby goods (new & gently used, while supplies last)
💬 A space to connect with other parents and caregivers
🙏 Prayer & blessings for you and your family
🎟️ Grand raffle: Babyletto 8-in-1 Convertible Crib ($799 value!)
☕ Light refreshments provided
🎓 Programming includes:
• Breastfeeding 101
• Postpartum Wellness (English & Korean)
• Essential Newborn Care
Registration is free but required to help us prepare for you.
*In collaboration with Korean Community Services (KCS), an independent, non-religious nonprofit.
nmpc.link/bbb
VBS 2026
6/27/26
Palisades Park, NJ
After learning how to trust Jesus in this wild world, now it's time to explore the nature and character of God! We excitedly invite all of our friends in our Mercy Minis and Mercy Kids ministries to our annual Vacation Bible School event! We will enjoy a day-long affair together at our usual worship space.
Included in the day will be a special time for parents to come for family worship, prayer, and early dinner. We ask that parents drop off by 10:30AM and return to join us at 3PM!
To ensure that we prepare enough food, T-shirts, and activities, please be sure register all participating children.
When you register, select the number of tickets based on the number of children you will be sending. We also encourage our members to invite family & friends with children (who turned two years old by 9/30/25 through current 5th graders) to join us!
The Lord loves our children and commands us to be a community that grows with them, so our Sunday worship services as well as our annual VBS event are great opportunities for all of us to step into this calling. Please join our staff and volunteers in prayer as we prepare for this important time of ministry. May God open hearts, renew minds, and bless the next generation of God's people as they grow deeper in their knowledge of their Father in Heaven! (Deuteronomy 6:4-7)
nmpc.link/vbs2026
6/27/26
Palisades Park, NJ
After learning how to trust Jesus in this wild world, now it's time to explore the nature and character of God! We excitedly invite all of our friends in our Mercy Minis and Mercy Kids ministries to our annual Vacation Bible School event! We will enjoy a day-long affair together at our usual worship space.
Included in the day will be a special time for parents to come for family worship, prayer, and early dinner. We ask that parents drop off by 10:30AM and return to join us at 3PM!
To ensure that we prepare enough food, T-shirts, and activities, please be sure register all participating children.
When you register, select the number of tickets based on the number of children you will be sending. We also encourage our members to invite family & friends with children (who turned two years old by 9/30/25 through current 5th graders) to join us!
The Lord loves our children and commands us to be a community that grows with them, so our Sunday worship services as well as our annual VBS event are great opportunities for all of us to step into this calling. Please join our staff and volunteers in prayer as we prepare for this important time of ministry. May God open hearts, renew minds, and bless the next generation of God's people as they grow deeper in their knowledge of their Father in Heaven! (Deuteronomy 6:4-7)
nmpc.link/vbs2026
Serve at NMPC!
Looking for a way to get involved? Our Productions, Hospitality & Connections, and MercyKids ministries are looking for volunteers! Whether you're passionate about creating a welcoming atmosphere, supporting our worship services behind the scenes, or investing in the next generation, there’s a place for you to serve.
Interested? Reach out to Pastors Josh and/or Kathy for more information!
Looking for a way to get involved? Our Productions, Hospitality & Connections, and MercyKids ministries are looking for volunteers! Whether you're passionate about creating a welcoming atmosphere, supporting our worship services behind the scenes, or investing in the next generation, there’s a place for you to serve.
Interested? Reach out to Pastors Josh and/or Kathy for more information!
Family Group Sign Ups
http://nmpc.link/family-groups
Family groups are a great way to get plugged into the community here at New Mercy Palisades Church! For a full list of 2025 family group offerings and to sign up, please visit the FG Sign Up page today!
Family groups are a great way to get plugged into the community here at New Mercy Palisades Church! For a full list of 2025 family group offerings and to sign up, please visit the FG Sign Up page today!
Saturday Morning Prayer
Saturdays, 7AM @ Church Office
If early mornings are more your thing, join us each Saturday at 7am for our Saturday Morning Prayer meeting at 240 Grand Ave (STE 2), Leonia, NJ.
If early mornings are more your thing, join us each Saturday at 7am for our Saturday Morning Prayer meeting at 240 Grand Ave (STE 2), Leonia, NJ.
Sermon
Shapes & Sizes - "Doubting Thomas?"
Speaker
Kee Won Huh
Scripture
John 20:24-28
Jesus Appears to Thomas
24 Now Thomas (also known as Didymus), one of the Twelve, was not with the disciples when Jesus came. 25 So the other disciples told him, “We have seen the Lord!”
But he said to them, “Unless I see the nail marks in his hands and put my finger where the nails were, and put my hand into his side, I will not believe.”
26 A week later his disciples were in the house again, and Thomas was with them. Though the doors were locked, Jesus came and stood among them and said, “Peace be with you!” 27 Then he said to Thomas, “Put your finger here; see my hands. Reach out your hand and put it into my side. Stop doubting and believe.”
28 Thomas said to him, “My Lord and my God!”
Corporate Prayer
Father,
We come before you as people who want to follow Jesus, yet often find ourselves carrying questions, fears, confusion, and doubts along the way. Thank you that you are not shocked by our struggles, nor do you turn away from us when our faith feels weak or uncertain. Thank you for the story of Thomas, and for the reminder that disciples do not all follow you in the same way. Some follow with bold confidence, others with trembling questions, and many of us with a mixture of both.
Lord, thank you that Jesus did not shame Thomas for his honesty. Thank you that you are a God who welcomes truthfulness. You do not ask us to pretend, to perform, or to fake certainty we do not possess. You invite us to bring our real selves before you — our confusion, our skepticism, our disappointments, our wounds, and even the questions we are afraid to say out loud.
For those among us who feel like Thomas today, give them courage to keep seeking. For those who have experienced pain, betrayal, disappointment, or loss that has made belief difficult, meet them gently where they are. For those wrestling with whether you are good, whether you are near, whether you are even real, draw close to them as you drew close to Thomas. Speak peace into anxious hearts. Lead struggling faith into deeper understanding.
And Lord, guard us from the kind of doubt that hardens itself against you — the kind that does not really want truth, but only distance. Give us humble hearts that genuinely seek you. Make us people who are willing to ask hard questions, but also willing to listen for your voice.
Jesus, thank you that you are patient with fearful people, confused people, wounded people, and skeptical people. Thank you that your desire is not to crush unbelief with condemnation, but to lead us patiently toward faith.
Teach us to follow you honestly. Teach us to trust that transparency is not weakness before you. Remind us that faith is not pretending to have no doubts, but continuing to bring ourselves to you in the middle of them.
And as we walk with you, bring us to the same confession Thomas finally made: “My Lord and my God.” May our questions ultimately lead us deeper into worship, deeper into truth, and deeper into love for Christ.
We pray all this in the name of Jesus, who is the way, the truth, and the life.
Amen.
How Can We Support You?
For Families with Children
We offer Nursery and Mercy Kids programs to care for and disciple your little ones during Sunday services.
📩 For more information, reach out to P. Kathy our Education Pastor, kathy@nmp.church
📩 For more information, reach out to P. Kathy our Education Pastor, kathy@nmp.church
Counseling & Emotional Support
NMPC is a member of the Lighthouse Counseling Network, providing professional counseling from licensed counselors at a discounted rate for official members.
🔗 Request counseling at nmp.church/counseling
🔗 Request counseling at nmp.church/counseling
Need Prayer?
Our Prayer Ministry is here for you! If you have any prayer requests, let us know.
📩 Email us at prayer@nmp.church
📩 Email us at prayer@nmp.church
Meal Train Support
If you’re going through hardship or welcoming a new baby, our Deacons are here to organize meal trains for you.
🔗 Sign up at nmp.church/congregational-care
🔗 Sign up at nmp.church/congregational-care
Tithe & Offering
Give @ nmpc.link/give
Financial Snapshot
Offering (5/3): $14,882.17
2026 Weekly Average: $8,436.87
2026 Weekly Goal: $11,233.01
2026 Offering Total: $151,863.65
2026 Budget: $625,282
2026 Weekly Average: $8,436.87
2026 Weekly Goal: $11,233.01
2026 Offering Total: $151,863.65
2026 Budget: $625,282