sunday bulletin

Sunday Bulletin

October 5th, 2025

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!
2025 Fall Retreat - Registration Is OPEN
11/7 - 11/9
nmpc.link/retreat 

We are excited to announce the NMPC Fall Retreat, taking place November 7-9 at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Princeton, NJ. This will be a wonderful time for individuals and families to come together for spiritual growth, fellowship, and renewal.

Registration is OPEN so mark your calendars and don’t miss out! The early registration deadline ends Sunday, 10/5 @ 11:59PM

Register at nmpc.link/retreat - We look forward to seeing you there!

Early Registration Deadline: 10/5
Family Room - $325
Single - Full Room - $325
Single - Half Room - $125

Regular Registration Deadline: 11/2
Family Room - $350
Single - Full Room - $350
Single - Half Room - $150

Tackle Kids Cancer Sticker Drive
9/14/25
nmp.church/tkc 

September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, and NMPC is excited to launch a Sticker Drive to support the work of Tackle Kids Cancer, a local non-profit that helps children and families impacted by pediatric cancer while also funding critical research for treatments and cures.

We’re partnering with Peyton’s Sticker Shop, which has generously provided original, hand-drawn stickers for purchase. All proceeds will go directly to Tackle Kids Cancer. With every purchase, a child undergoing cancer treatment at Hackensack Children’s Hospital will also receive a full set of stickers and a heartfelt card of encouragement.

👉 Stickers can be reserved through our event page.
👉 If you’d like to give directly, you can donate through our giving portal—be sure to select the “Tackle Kids Cancer” fund from the dropdown menu.

Together, let’s join in the fight against pediatric cancer and bring hope to kids and families who need it most!

The last day to reserve your sticker selections will be Sunday, 10/5 @ 11:59PM

Reserve your sticker selection TODAY at nmp.church/tkc
Membership Class
10/5/25
Palisades Park, NJ

If you are interested in learning more about our church history, polity, and/or denomination, please sign up to join us on Sunday, October 5th after fellowship.

NOTE: There is no obligation to become a member at the end of the class.

Sign up today at nmpc.link/membership
Gather & Grow: A Floral Fellowship
10/5/25
Fort Lee, NJ


Join us for an afternoon of creativity, fellowship, and fun! Learn how to create beautiful floral arrangements while enjoying community with other women.
Cost: $15 per person

Please register by September 14 so we can order enough supplies.

What to Expect:
- Guided floral arrangement workshop
- Fellowship & light refreshments
- A beautiful bouquet to take home

Reserve your spot today and let your creativity bloom at nmpc.link/gatherandgrow

Covenant Partners Meeting
10/19/25
Palisades Park, NJ

Attention Covenant Partners! Please mark your calendars for our Q3 Covenant Partner Meeting on Sunday, October 19 during fellowship.

This quarter’s agenda will include important ministry updates as well as a time of prayer. In addition, the Nominating Committee will present candidates for future elders and deacons, and we will be holding a vote together as a church body.

Your presence and participation are vital to this process, and we encourage every Covenant Partner to attend. For those unable to join in person, a virtual option will also be available.

Koinonia Prayer Meeting
10/24/25
Cresskill, NJ

Join us for our next Koinonia Prayer Night on Friday, Sep 26 @ 7PM.

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.

To ensure enough food is prepared, please be sure to RSVP at nmpc.link/prayer

Muay Thai Basics
10/26/25
Fort Lee, NJ

Join us for a special Community Month event, Muay Thai Basics, led by experienced trainers!

This session will cover:
- Cardio warm-up
- Basic punching and kicking techniques
- Partner drills for all experience levels

Be sure to wear comfortable clothing and bring a jump rope for the warm-up. Come ready to sweat, learn, and have fun together!

To sign up for this free event, please visit nmpc.link/muaythaibasics

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!
NMPC Courses Launching Soon!
NMPC is excited to launch two new courses in the month of October. Read on below for more information:
Course #1: Digging Deep: A Dive Into The Parable of The Prodigal Son
Starts: 10/5/25; 5 weeks; 1PM
Leonia, NJ


This class takes a deep dive into Jesus’ parable of The Prodigal Son (Luke 15:11–32), guided by Henri Nouwen’s classic The Return of the Prodigal Son: A Story of Homecoming. Blending Bible study with reflective reading, we will explore both Scripture and Nouwen’s insights to discover how this timeless story speaks to our lives today.

Each week, we’ll practice a method of Bible study that pairs close reading of the parable with intertextual connections, while also discussing a section of Nouwen’s book (about 30 pages weekly) in a book-club style.

Together, we’ll reflect on how Jesus’ words challenge our understanding of God, reshape our view of ourselves, and renew our sense of purpose.

To register, please visit nmpc.link/diggingdeep

Course #2: The Jesus I Never Knew
Starts: 10/22/25; 5 weeks; 8PM
Leonia, NJ


Simply devoted to who? In his celebrated book The Jesus I Never Knew, Philip Yancey uncovers a Jesus that both surprises and inspires. Join us as we journey together to know more truly the One to whom we devote our lives.

To register, please visit nmpc.link/yanceycourse

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!
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.

Sermon

Community Month Kickoff Service

Speaker

Donald Marsden

Scripture

Isaiah 52:7

How beautiful on the mountains
are the feet of those who bring good news,
   who proclaim peace,
   who bring good tidings,
   who proclaim salvation,
who say to Zion,
“Your God reigns!”

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

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

Need Prayer?

Our Prayer Ministry is here for you! If you have any prayer requests, let us know.
📩 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

Tithe & Offering

Financial Snapshot

Offering (9/28): $6,782.58
2025 Weekly Average: $10,216.01
2025 Weekly Goal: $11,233.01

2025 Offering Total: $398,424.30
2025 Budget: $584,116.33 

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