Sunday Bulletin
August 2nd, 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.
Personal Finance Seminar
8/16/26
Have you wanted to learn the basics of personal finance but never had the opportunity? This seminar is designed for you!
Join us after Sunday worship on August 16 for an entry-level introduction to personal finance led by Andy Li. During this one-hour seminar, we'll spend the bulk of our time walking through core personal finance concepts and practical principles everyone should know, followed by a group discussion and Q&A.
Whether you are just beginning to think more intentionally about your finances or simply looking for a clearer foundation, this seminar will offer a helpful starting point in a welcoming, practical setting.
nmpc.link/seminar
8/16/26
Have you wanted to learn the basics of personal finance but never had the opportunity? This seminar is designed for you!
Join us after Sunday worship on August 16 for an entry-level introduction to personal finance led by Andy Li. During this one-hour seminar, we'll spend the bulk of our time walking through core personal finance concepts and practical principles everyone should know, followed by a group discussion and Q&A.
Whether you are just beginning to think more intentionally about your finances or simply looking for a clearer foundation, this seminar will offer a helpful starting point in a welcoming, practical setting.
nmpc.link/seminar
Newcomers Dinner
9/13/26
Paramus, NJ
Join us for our next Newcomers' Dinner on Sunday, September 13!
Joining a new church is never easy. So whether you’ve been visiting for a few weeks or this is your first Sunday, we’d love to get to know you at our next Newcomers Dinner. Come enjoy a relaxed meal, meet our pastors and leaders, and hear a bit about the heart and vision of New Mercy Palisades Church. Families are welcome!
Please RSVP by Sunday, September 6 so we can plan food and seating. Location and parking details will be emailed to you after we receive your RSVP.
We’re excited to share a meal and stories with you—see you soon!
nmpc.link/newcomersdinner
9/13/26
Paramus, NJ
Join us for our next Newcomers' Dinner on Sunday, September 13!
Joining a new church is never easy. So whether you’ve been visiting for a few weeks or this is your first Sunday, we’d love to get to know you at our next Newcomers Dinner. Come enjoy a relaxed meal, meet our pastors and leaders, and hear a bit about the heart and vision of New Mercy Palisades Church. Families are welcome!
Please RSVP by Sunday, September 6 so we can plan food and seating. Location and parking details will be emailed to you after we receive your RSVP.
We’re excited to share a meal and stories with you—see you soon!
nmpc.link/newcomersdinner
NMPC Retreat: Save The Date!
11/6/26
Princeton, NJ
Mark your calendars for our 2026 NMPC Fall Retreat!
📅 November 6–8
📍 Crowne Plaza Hotel & Conference Center
We are excited to announce the NMPC Fall Retreat, taking place November 6-8 in Princeton, NJ. This will be a wonderful time for individuals and families to come together for spiritual growth, fellowship, and renewal.
Registration is now OPEN! Rates and Dates below.
Early Registration Deadline: 9/27
Family Room - $325
Single - Full Room - $325
Single - Half Room - $125
Regular Registration Deadline: 11/1
Family Room - $350
Single - Full Room - $350
Single - Half Room - $150
We look forward to seeing you there! Sign up TODAY!
nmpc.link/retreat
11/6/26
Princeton, NJ
Mark your calendars for our 2026 NMPC Fall Retreat!
📅 November 6–8
📍 Crowne Plaza Hotel & Conference Center
We are excited to announce the NMPC Fall Retreat, taking place November 6-8 in Princeton, NJ. This will be a wonderful time for individuals and families to come together for spiritual growth, fellowship, and renewal.
Registration is now OPEN! Rates and Dates below.
Early Registration Deadline: 9/27
Family Room - $325
Single - Full Room - $325
Single - Half Room - $125
Regular Registration Deadline: 11/1
Family Room - $350
Single - Full Room - $350
Single - Half Room - $150
We look forward to seeing you there! Sign up TODAY!
nmpc.link/retreat
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
Lessons From Corinth - "Concerning Spiritual Gifts"
Speaker
Joshua Lim
Scripture
1 Corinthians 12:1-11
Concerning Spiritual Gifts
1 Now about the gifts of the Spirit, brothers and sisters, I do not want you to be uninformed. 2 You know that when you were pagans, somehow or other you were influenced and led astray to mute idols. 3 Therefore I want you to know that no one who is speaking by the Spirit of God says, “Jesus be cursed,” and no one can say, “Jesus is Lord,” except by the Holy Spirit.
4 There are different kinds of gifts, but the same Spirit distributes them. 5 There are different kinds of service, but the same Lord. 6 There are different kinds of working, but in all of them and in everyone it is the same God at work.
7 Now to each one the manifestation of the Spirit is given for the common good. 8 To one there is given through the Spirit a message of wisdom, to another a message of knowledge by means of the same Spirit, 9 to another faith by the same Spirit, to another gifts of healing by that one Spirit, 10 to another miraculous powers, to another prophecy, to another distinguishing between spirits, to another speaking in different kinds of tongues, and to still another the interpretation of tongues. 11 All these are the work of one and the same Spirit, and he distributes them to each one, just as he determines.
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 (7/26): $11,108.62
2026 Weekly Average: $8,817.26
2026 Weekly Goal: $12,024.65
2026 Offering Total: $264,517.76
2026 Budget: $625,282
2026 Weekly Average: $8,817.26
2026 Weekly Goal: $12,024.65
2026 Offering Total: $264,517.76
2026 Budget: $625,282