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In the thirteenth chapter of Matthew's gospel, he shares a parable for spiritual growth. God the sower generously tosses seeds of love, hope, grace, and all of God's other attributes onto the soil of our lives. The parable then describes four soil types that received these seeds. Most are not able to grow God's seeds but one type of soil is. The soul that is able to grow 'Kingdom plants' is the one that can tend to, nourish, and work the soil of their lives. One part of a healthy soul is that of service. We want you to know that there is a place for you to love, serve, and share your God given gifts with others at North Point Church. We literally have dozens of volunteer and service opportunities where you can connect with God and others. Just a few that you might consider are: Summer VBS (July 23-25), Sunday school teachers and Sunday visitor team. Reach out to Alane in our church office if you are interested in learning more. And know that when you do, you are tending the soil of your soul and that God promises to be at work in growing something new and beautiful in your life.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Communion
This Sunday is Communion Sunday at North Point. Please note that the wafers are gluten free but may contain nuts.
Youth for Christ Join us for an exciting update from our partners at Youth for Christ! Discover the latest happenings at The Next Door as our dynamic Youth Director, Anna, sits down with Joe for an exclusive interview. Don't miss out on the inside scoop and all the current events!
Prayer Partners will be available at the front right-hand corner of the sanctuary after service. This Sunday's prayer partners are Kate Bode and Jaxx Jackson.They are here to offer you a listening ear and spiritual guidance. Don't hesitate to approach them for support and encouragement.

announcements

Please note: This list is updated every Friday.
The Cookie Bakeoff scheduled for May 2 has been postponed Our organizers Paul and Sharon Pegany need to reschedule the Cookie Bakeoff to a later date. We will send more information as soon as we have it!

Men's Breakfast, Saturday, May 3, 8am The Men’s Breakfast group meets on Saturday, April 5 at 8am. Please join us as we enjoy prayer and conversation mixed with the smell of coffee and bacon. Contact Tom Curran at tom@np-church.org with questions.

Discover North Point, Sunday, May 4, after Sunday Service, Classroom 4 Join us on Sunday, May 4, for our Discover North Point Gathering! Whether you’re new to North Point Church or have been attending for a while and want to learn more, this is the perfect opportunity to connect. Pastor Rob will share about who we are, our programs, missions, and ways you can get involved in our church community. You’ll meet our staff and get a chance to ask questions. Childcare is available upon request to make it easier for families to attend. The second part of this class is optional and will be held in June.

NPC Youth Group Meets on Mondays, 5:30pm to 7pm Join friends, enjoy games and have a meal, together with our youth group. We meet at The Next Door Youth Center. on Mondays, from 5:30pm to 7pm. Students 6th to 12th grade are all welcome. Please contact Anna at anna@np-church.org to let her know you are coming or to ask questions!

Prayer Partners Needed God calls everyone to pray for their brothers and sisters in Christ. This is a gift they give to both themselves and the person they are praying for. If anyone feels God's nudge to pray out loud for others in the safety of a small group, we ask that you consider joining our Prayer Ministry team in this important role. Please reach out to Robin Kochanski via email at essiegirl@wavecable.com or call 360-790-0392 with any questions.

NK High School Lunches/Jesus Food Our first lunch on April 21 was a huge success. We served 378 students heaps of kindness and a delicious meal. Our next lunch is on Monday, May 5. We welcome everyone who would like to volunteer. We also need cookies. Please drop them off in the church kitchen next Sunday, May 4, or Monday morning, May 5, by 10 a.m. If you have any questions or are interested in volunteering for the first time, please contact Jill Godschall (jillg9062@gmail.com).

Ladies Fellowship: Get Ready to Rock! May 10, 10am You are invited to our next Ladies Fellowship on May 10th. Come and get to know women you may have seen but haven't met yet. Try your hand at rock painting; follow the tutorial or create your own design to decorate your garden or leave a message for our youth to find. We will meet at 10am. Rocks and supplies provided. This group will meet in the fellowship area at North Point. Please contact Karen at kjschweitz85@gmail.com or Kathy at sakura3098@gmail.com.

The Freedom Project India, May 17, 10am, 553 Antonson Ln NE, Poulsbo Join us to learn about and pray for The Freedom Project India and its leader, Anita Kanaiya. Discover how Anita and her team are making a difference by:
  • Leading boys' soccer and girls' baking programs to prevent trafficking.
  • Housing and rehabilitating rescued women and their children.
Come and learn more about these impactful initiatives! Please note that this is a new date for this event.
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*New Group* Pilates at North Point, starting Friday, May 23, 9am, Classroom 1 & 2 Interested in building core strength and improving your balance? A new Pilates class is starting at North Point Church on Friday, May 23, at 9:00 AM. Pilates is a low-impact form of exercise that enhances core strength, stability, and muscle balance. It also supports better balance and functional movement in daily life. To participate, you must be able to get on and off the floor without assistance and lie on your back comfortably. Please speak with the instructor before attending. The class is designed to be safe for individuals with osteoporosis. For questions or to register, contact Jenn Evans at jreva28@gmail.com.

Church Directory You can access the Online Church Directory by visiting https://bit.ly/npcdirectory. Enter your email address and choose “First Time Signing In? Create Login.” If you submitted your email address as part of your listing, you should be able to create a login. You can only sign In If you are included In the directory.Once you are logged In, you can submit changes to your listing and updated photos. These submissions will be sent for approval. If you are not listed but would like to be included, please email Info@np-church.org with your information.

North Point is Hiring for two positions: Piano Accompanist and Nursery Worker Please visit our website at northpointpoulsbo.org for job descriptions and for instructions on how to apply.

The previously announced Financial Peace University course scheduled for April 23 has been moved to October 1. Please see the updated Learn and Serve booklet for details.

FREE Summer VBS at North Point

July 23th-25th
K-5th Grade
5:30pm to 7:30pm
Dinner served nightly
Family program after Sunday service on July 27th
REGISTER NOW!

Embark on an exciting journey with Road Trip VBS, based on Joshua 1:9 – "The LORD your God is with you wherever you go." Discover God's presence everywhere as we explore new places, make new friends, and experience God's goodness together. Email Angel@np-church.org with questions!

LEARN & SERVE

Sunday School Teachers We are looking for Sunday School teachers to join our weekly rotation! If you love kids, are creative, and have a passion for children's ministry (or want to learn!), we need you! All grade levels are available. Contact Angel at angel@np-church.org.

Visitor Team in Need of Volunteers We are in need volunteers for our visitor team. This team Includes greeters, people to pass out bulletins, seating ushers, and offering ushers. Our schedule Is very flexible! Please email alane@np-church.org.

For the complete list of Learn & Serve opportunities at North Point, click HERE.

COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS

Art & Grief Workshop
Saturday, May 10th
12:00 p.m.- 3:00 p.m.


Creating art can say things about our grief that words may not express. We invite you to join us for an Art and Grief Workshop at North Point on Saturday, May 10th. Collage Materials & snacks will be provided in a supportive environment. Please feel free to bring any supplies/items to add to your piece along with your favorite beverage.