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THIS SUNDAY AT NEIGHBORHOOD FRIENDS

Sunday, October 4, 2026

Coffee & Connection | 10:00 AM
Worship Gathering + NKids | 10:30 AM

Come early, grab some coffee, find a friend, and join us as we gather around Jesus together.

MADE FOR MORE

A Journey Through Ephesians

We were made for more—and we were made for each other.

This Sunday is Fall Kickoff at Neighborhood Friends, and we’re beginning a brand-new journey through Paul’s letter to the Ephesians.

Over the coming weeks, we’ll discover who we are in Christ, what it means to belong to one another, and how God is forming us together for His purposes in the world.

FORMED TOGETHER. SENT TOGETHER.

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YOUR WEEKLY RHYTHM AT NEIGHBORHOOD

Church is more than a Sunday morning gathering. Throughout the week, there are places to connect, grow, pray, serve, and share life together.

SUNDAY

9:00 AM — Adult Lifegroup
NFC Lower Level

10:00 AM — Coffee & Connection

10:30 AM — Worship Gathering + NKids

TUESDAY

6:00 PM — Men’s Lifegroup
Neighborhood Friends Church
Contact: Doug Stooke
dstooke@neighborhoodfriends.org

6:00 PM — Women’s Lifegroup
Hinshaw Home
Contact: Rhonda Hinshaw
rhinshaw@neighborhoodfriends.org

6:30 PM — Neighborhood Young Adults
Various Locations
Contact: Jordan Nockels
jnockels@neighborhoodfriends.org

WEDNESDAY

6:30–8:00 PM — NStudents
Middle & High School Students
Neighborhood Friends Church

Special Bridge Nights and youth events will occasionally replace the regular Wednesday gathering.

THURSDAY

Vintage Friends Lifegroup | 55+
Online

Contact: John Hinshaw
jvhinshaw@gmail.com

FIND YOUR COMMUNITY

Whether you’re brand new to Neighborhood Friends or have been here for years, there is a place for you to connect.

THIS SUNDAY—Brought Near: Together – Ephesians 2:11-22

Week 4 of Ephesians: Made For More explores the belonging Jesus creates through His cross. In Ephesians 2:11–22, those who were far away are brought near, hostility is broken down, and strangers become members of God’s family. Rhonda Hinshaw invites us to ask whom we are keeping at a distance, who needs to know they belong, and what kind of community we are becoming. Together, we are being built into a dwelling place for God’s Spirit.

COMING UP AT NFC

October 9–10 — RMYM Meeting for Business
First Friends Church • Colorado Springs

October 23–25 — Faceplant Jr. High Retreat

November 7 — Neighborhood Chili Cookout and Bingo Night

Early December — NFC Women’s Christmas Tea

December 24 — Christmas Eve Candlelight Service

FIND YOUR RHYTHM THIS FALL

Fall also means many of our regular ministries are settling back into their weekly rhythms.

NKids • NStudents • Young Adults • Lifegroups • Men • Women

Sunday morning matters—but church is more than what happens for an hour on Sunday.

This fall, find a place to know others and be known.

Neighborhood Friends Church

One Church. Many Homes. For You.

SAVE THE DATE

NStudents THIS FALL

Our middle and high school students gather Wednesdays from 6:30–8:00 PM, with several special events planned throughout the fall.MORE FALL DATES

October 9–10
RMYM Meeting for Business
First Friends Church | Colorado Springs (Register at RMYM.org)

November 7
Chili Cookoff and Bingo Community Outreach

Early December
NFC Women’s Christmas Gathering

December 24
Christmas Eve Candlelight Service

January / February 2027
Rough Rock Mission Outreach
Chinle, Arizona Area

More details will be shared as each event approaches.

DISCOVER • BELONG • GROW • LIVE • SENT

One Church • Many Homes • For the Neighborhood.

August Financial Update

Income: $13,927.64
Expenses: $15,175.97
August shortfall: $1,248.33

Thank you for your faithful giving and support of Neighborhood Friends Church. Your generosity helps sustain our worship, ministries, and care for our neighborhood.

If you would like a copy of the full August financial report, please email your request to info@neighborhoodfriends.org.

How You Can Pray

Pray for continued faithfulness and unity as we walk forward together.

Pray for wisdom for our leadership as we steward resources well.

Pray that God would continue to provide and guide our church in this season.

Pray that everything we do would remain centered on Jesus and His mission.

How You Can Participate

Give faithfully – Your generosity fuels ministry, supports leadership, and keeps our church moving forward.

Take a next step – Whether through serving, giving, or simply staying engaged, your presence matters.

Stay encouraged – God has been faithful to NFC, and we trust He will continue to lead us forward.

“And my God will supply every need of yours according to His riches in glory in Christ Jesus.” — Philippians 4:19

YOU CAN GIVE IN MULTIPLE WAYS:

Give by mail:   9889 W. 66th Ave. Arvada, CO 80004

Give Online:   www.neighborhoodfriends.org/give

Give with our App:   download the Neighborhood Friends App in your devices App Store.

GIVE ONLINE

GET CONNECTED:

FIND YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD COMMUNITY | JOIN A LIFEGROUP

NEIGHBORHOOD Lifegroups are small gatherings of approximately 5-15 people who meet in person or online to build relationships, discuss a recent Sunday message, and pray together.

CURRENT LIFEGROUPS

MEN’S LIFEGROUP | Saturday Mornings | 7am | Red Silo Coffee // Leader: Doug Stooke

WOMEN’S LIFEGROUP | Tuesday | 6:15 pm | NFC  // Leader: Rhonda Hinshaw

MEN’S LIFEGROUP | Tuesdays | 6:15 pm | NFC  // Leader: Doug Stooke

ADULT LIFEGROUP | Saturday’s | Various Times and Homes // Leader: Cheri Luciano

YOUNG ADULT LIFEGROUP 18-25 Lifestage | Tuesday’s at 6:30 pm (various locations) // Leader: Jordan Nockels

SUNDAY MORNING ADULT LIFEGROUP all adult lifestages | Sundays at 9 am NFC Lower level // Leader: Carla Bethke

VINTAGE FRIENDS LIFEGROUP 55+ lifestage | Thursdays at 6pm on Zoom // Leader: John Hinshaw

NKIDS Ministry

WHAT TO EXPECT

Each Sunday, your child will learn similar concepts to what is being taught in our adult teaching. Our goal is to bring the message of  Jesus to our kids at a level they can grasp and grow in. The lessons are fun and are taught by committed volunteers who serve Jesus by serving you and your children. We believe your children will love their time in NKids Church each Sunday and will beg you to bring them back!

LEARNING AT THEIR LEVEL

We believe that the gospel is for all ages, and that’s why we are so passionate about teaching kids how the story of Jesus is woven throughout the Bible and helping them understand at their level! In NKids, our Sunday experiences are filled with gospel-centered lessons, engaging times of worship, and fun activities that help them relate and apply the story in their lives.

FAMILY CONNECTION

The primary pastors of your kids’ faith aren’t the NKids volunteers—it’s you! Our goal in NKids is to resource and support families so that the rest of your week can be filled with conversations centered on Jesus and you can feel equipped to disciple your family to be deeply rooted in their faith and excited about Jesus!

BAPTISM & CHILD DEDICATION

Everyone at Neighborhood Friends has a next step in their spiritual journey, and for our NKids, here are two that God could be calling them to:

  • Baptism:

If your child has made a decision to follow Christ, begin a conversation about baptism with one of our NKids team members.

  • Child Dedication: 

If you are interested in having your child dedicated, keep an eye out for our next Child Dedication service! In the meantime, fill out the sign up form below to get on the list for our next dedication gathering.

STAY CONNECTED THROUGH THE NEIGHBORHOOD FRIENDS APP

Don’t miss a beat—download our church app today!

  • With the app, you can:

    View the church calendar

    Get text notifications & updates

    Request prayer

    Give easily and securely

It’s the best way to stay in the loop and stay connected with what’s happening at Neighborhood Friends Church!

Download it now in the App Store—just search for Neighborhood Friends Church.

Let’s grow together, stay connected, and make an impact!

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