 |
 |
|
35895 Royalton Rd.
Grafton, OH 44044
440-748-2230
Family Gatherings for 2012
Have an idea for one of our events? Contact Carol Bokman.
Free Monthly Adult Health Clinic
Second Tuesday of each month, for ages 55+.
Diabetes screening, foot checks, blood and urine tests, immunizations, vision and hearing screenings, etc.
Appointment needed; contact the Lorain County Health Department (440-322-6367).
Call 440-748-2230 for more information.
Entertainment Coupon Books Still Available
"Our Town and All Around" 2-for-1 coupon books are now on sale, featuring coupons for LOCAL establishments.
$28/book
For more information, contact Linda Ickes or call 440-748-2230.
Judy Ponting Memorial Scholarship Fund
Your gifts in honor of Judy's licensed lay ministry will help others in their quest to become commissioned ministers as they undergo training in the 16 areas of ministry required for ordination.
Designated gifts should be plainly marked and directed to the church office, or the offering plate on Sunday mornings.
Thank you for helping to establish a legacy in honor of our dearly departed, longtime friend and lay minister which will improve the quality of the ministers who serve in this new order.
For more information, call 440-748-2230.
Fair Grant Applications Available in January
Grant applications for 2011 Fair proceeds will be available beginning in January, 2012.
All applications will be considered which are consistent with NECC's mission statement (see home page of this website).
For more information, call 440-748-2230.
WANEW Winter Retreat
(for grades 6-12)
January 20-22 at Camp Christian
For more information, call 440-748-2230.
Monthly Potluck Luncheons to Begin
Sunday, January 22, 12 noon in Fellowship Hall
Bring a dish to share; table service and beverages will be provided.
(These will take place the 4th Sunday of each month, except February, which will consist of our annual Chili Cook-Off.)
For more information, contact Pat Ables or a member of Eve Circle, or call 440-748-2230.
Winter Jam 2012
Sunday, January 29 at the Wolstein Center
Christian music concert; $10/per person; tickets available at the door.
Click here for more information.
Call 440-748-2230, or contact Polly Tallos or Carol Bokman, to arrange carpooling with other church members attending.
Tobogganing Outing
Friday, February 10, 6 p.m.
at the Cleveland MetroParks Chalet Toboggan Chutes in Strongsville.
In addition to enjoying the beautifully-lit, fast-paced ice chutes, we'll also spend time with the Lake Erie Monsters Street Team who will be there hosting activities 6-8 p.m.
There will be a drawing to Race "Sully", the Monsters' mascot, at 8 p.m., and those present will receive a discount ticket to the February 12 Monsters game.
Visit the Chalet's website (see above) or call 440-748-2230 for more information.
Monday Night Bible Study
"Laugh Your Way to a Better Marriage"
Mondays, 6 p.m., February 13-May 7
Our first gathering will be a Valentine meal.
For more information, contact Melissa Folk or call 440-748-2230.
A Weekend to Remember
Sunday, February 19 and Monday, February 20
Basketball Hall of Famer Jerry Lucas will be on hand to share his faith and his world-renowned system of learning--and remembering--names and faces.
On Sunday, Jerry will present the morning message at the 8 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. Worship Services, and then present a 6 p.m. workshop entitled, "Family Learning Made Fun and Easy."
On Monday, he'll return to NECC at 7 p.m. to present, "Names and Faces Made Easy."
For more information, call 440-748-2230.
Ash Wednesday Worship Services
Wednesday, February 22
2:30 p.m. in the NECC sanctuary
7:30 p.m., District 2A Disciples Churches' combined worship service at Christian Temple (940 W. Fifth St. & Washington Avenue, Lorain)
For more information, call 440-748-2230.
Disciples' Chili Cook-Off
Sunday, February 26, 5-8 p.m.
Which area Disciples church will win this year's coveted trophy?
Invited churches include Christian Temple, Franklin Circle, Lakewood, North Eaton, Washington Avenue, and Westlake Christian Churches.
There is no admission for entering or eating, but a freewill offering (your "vote" for the best chili) will benefit the Cleveland Christian Home.
Each church is asked to provide 1 pot of chili for each group of 8 attending from their congregations.
A sign-up sheet will be up in Fellowship Hall for chili, desserts, sides, etc.
Musical entertainment will be provided by the Midview High School Jazz Band.
For more information, contact Carol Bokman (bokmansATatt.net) or call 440-748-2230.
Lenten (and Beyond) Bible Study
"The Alpha Course"
Wednesdays, 6 p.m. (light supper, followed by study 6:30-8 p.m.), February 29-May 2
Led by Pastor Chuck Butcher.
Explore the meaning of life in a relaxed, friendly setting. ALL questions about God and/or life are welcome. And ALL PEOPLE (friends, family, co-workers, neighbors, etc.) are welcome; invite some!
For more information, call 440-748-2230.
Good Friday Prayer Vigil
Friday, April 6, 12 noon-3 p.m.
For more information, call 440-748-2230.
Good Friday Tenebrae Worship Service
Friday, April 6, 7 p.m.
For more information, call 440-748-2230.
Easter Worship Services
Sunday, April 8
6 a.m. Sunrise Service at Butternut Ridge Cemetery (Butternut Ridge and Durkee Rds.); meet at the cemetery's North parking lot; dress for the weather and bring a cell phone or flashlight to accommodate reading
8:00 a.m. at the church
9:30 a.m. at the church
For more information, call 440-748-2230.
NECC Benefits from Your Internet Searches and Shopping!
Please use www.GoodSearch.com for your internet searches, and designate NECC as your preferred charity. We'll get 1 cent per search!
A similar program exists at www.GoodShop.com; NECC will be given a percentage of your online shopping purchase total.
(TIP: Download the toolbar at either website and designate NECC as your preferred charity and you won't have to re-type it with each search or shopping session!)
Contact Diana Tyler if you'd like more information.
Continuing Outreach Collections
Call 440-748-2230 for more information about any of the above collections, organizations, events, or activities.