Along the Way: Mystics, Martyrs, and Saints

Over the past year and a half, a number of NPC members have been gathering to study church history, from the origins of the early church through the Protestant Reformation and up to the present day. 

In January, we will come together again for Along the Way: Mystics, Martyrs, and Saints. Rather than going through church history chronologically, this 11-session course, led by Don Pearson and Travis Webster, will explore particular individuals in church history within the context in which they lived and believed. As we go, we will learn about the process of canonization throughout the ages, discuss the role of saints in the modern day, and consider what we can learn from these pillars of Christian faith as we seek to live holy lives now. For our main resources, we will use the Great Courses series, particularly lectures offered by Dr. Emily Graham, of Oklahoma State University, and Dr. William Cook, from SUNY Geneseo. Supplementary materials will include a student book with additional lecture notes and primary readings. 

You don’t need to have taken the previous installments to join us in the Gathering Place on Wednesdays from 10:15 am-12:15 pm, starting January 21. If you are interested or have any questions, please let Travis know at 724-327-0061 or travis.webster@comcast.net. You can register through Realm by clicking here

As always, we hope you will join us as we continue along the way!

CALLING ALL STITCHING ENTHUSIASTS!

Do you like to do cross stitch? If you do, we’d like to ask you to join us in a long standing Newlonsburg tradition – making personalized bookmarks for our 2026 confirmands. All materials and instructions will be provided to you – it’s easy, it’s fun and our finished products are a meaningful reminder to our confirmation class how much God loves them. If you are interested in helping out by stitching one (or more!) bookmarks, please reach out to Susan Keaney.  Many, many thanks!

The yard signs reflecting teachings of Jesus Christ that are currently displayed in front of the church will be available for purchase at cost ($13 per sign) in November while supplies last.  These signs convey simple and direct messages meant to unify our community.  Purchasing and reposting these signs in our neighborhoods will continue these efforts--otherwise, these signs will be placed in storage for possible future use.  

Click here to purchase a sign online or you can make a request through the Church Office.

Enjoy a nice lunch immediately after the second service with a group of fellow NPC’ers on Sunday, 2/1/26 at Hoss’s Steak & Sea House Register by clicking here

Souper Bowl of Caring

Here at NPC, we start Super Bowl Sunday off right by joining with congregations around the country by helping our needy neighbors through the Souper Bowl of Caring. It's a simple, yet significant act of caring for others. Monetary donations and cans of soup are collected.  These donations will be immediately put to use in our Loaves and Fishes Emergency Food Pantry.  Thanks for helping meet the needs of hungry families in our community during this extremely difficult time. It's a Newlonsburg thing!

Click here to donate online.

Pine springs has posted the dates for the winter remix retreat scheduled from 7:00 pm on Friday, February 7th through 1:00 pm Sunday, February 9th. Registration opens JANUARY 1ST.

Please click here for more information.

CALLING ALL VALENTINE CARD MARKERS! Care of members is looking for creative card-making volunteers of all ages to craft Valentines for members who are homebound, living along in assisted living facilities, going through difficulties or loss, and for our super seniors. Please help us bless these members by making cards no larger than 5"x7" that will lay flat. You may want to include a bible verse or encouraging message. You can drop off cards in the box outside the church office before 12pm on Sunday, February 8th. You can also help us pack the cards after the second service on 2/8/26 (in the "yellow room"...first room on the right as you enter the Education Wing from the Sanctuary). 

 During the season of love, show some love to the Haitian community in Charleroi by donating any gently used winter clothing. We will take any coats, boots, scarves, gloves and hats. You can place your donations in one of the two boxes located in the narthex and by the office. Please bring all donations to the church by February 15. If you have any questions, please contact Joshua Kenst. Thank you!

MARDI GRAS MONDAY FUNDAY FOR GRADES K-8 - 9:30 am-2pm 

 Join the masquerade! We will build masks, make pancakes, and have crazy games to learn all about the traditions around Mardi Gras! Your child should bring their own lunch. Snacks will be provided! Registration will close 2/13/26. Spaces are limited! $25/child. Please contact Pastor Lori for any questions.  

 To Register click here

Calling all puzzlers age 9 to 90! Join us for some puzzling fun on Wednesday, 2/25/26 at 6pm in the Fellowship Hall. Competition begins at 6:15pm sharp, so don’t be late! Assemble your own team of 2-4 people or come solo and join some fellow puzzlers for a friendly jigsaw puzzle race. Each adult team will tackle a 500-piece puzzle and each youth team will complete a 300-piece puzzle. The youth group will join with us that night for puzzling or playing games! Pizza will be served! Bring a snack or dessert to share and invite your friends. Sign up online by clicking here or on our in-person sign-up sheets. 

Sunday, 4/5/26 between services

River City Brass Band "Les Mis N'At" on Saturday, 4/11/26 at 7:30pm at The Palace Theatre (preceded by dinner at 5:30pm location TBD)