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May 18, 2025 10:30 AM

May 18, 2025 10:30 AM

Sunday

 📅 May 18 | ⏰ 10:30–11:00 AM | 📍 The HUB   Celebrate the Class of 2025 with us between services! • Light refreshments • Recognition in both Sunday services • Special gift for grads 🎉 Graduates—wear your cap and gown as we honor you! Questions? Contact Pastor Dan Elkins. dan.elkins@northlandchurch.net

May 23, 2025 6:30 PM

May 23, 2025 6:30 PM

Friday

Come and enjoy meaningful connections with other families who have members with special needs. The evening will include worship, games, crafts, and meaningful time to build relationships. Dinner is provided, so bring the whole family! Don’t miss this quarterly opportunity to connect with others who understand your journey. Questions? Contact Susan Hubbard susan.hubbard@northlandchurch.net

June 1, 2025 11:00 AM

June 1, 2025 11:00 AM

Sunday

Baptism is an outward expression of our inward faith and a declaration to the world that we've chosen to follow Jesus Christ. It signifies the washing away of the old life and helps solidify our commitment as followers of Jesus Christ. If you have never been baptized before this is your chance to take this step of obedience in Christ! If you have recommitted yourself to following Christ and desire to make a public statement of that through baptism, you are also welcome. Be sure to invite your friends and family to celebrate with you! WHY BE BAPTIZED? 1. Because you want to follow Christ's example. "At that time Jesus came from Nazareth and was baptized by John in the river" (Mark 1:9). 2. Because Christ commanded it. "Jesus said, 'Go then, to all people everywhere and make them my disciples, baptize them in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, and then teach them to obey everything I have commanded you'" (Matthew 28:19-20). 3. Because it shows you are a believer. " ... many of the Corinthians who heard him believed and were baptized" (Acts 18:8). 4. Because obeying Christ's command shows you know Him. "We know that we have come to know Him, if we obey His commands" (1 John 2:3). WHAT IS THE MEANING OF BAPTISM? 1. It is a symbol of Christ's burial and resurrection. "Christ died for our sins ... he was buried ... and he rose again" (1 Corinthians. 15:3,4). "For when you were baptized, you were buried with Christ, and in baptism you were also raised with Christ" (Colossians 2:12). 2. It is a symbol of your new life as a Christian. "When someone becomes a Christian he becomes a brand new person inside. The old life has passed away and a new life has begun!" (2 Corinthians 5:17). "By our baptism then we were buried with Him and shared His death, in order that just as Christ was raised from the dead also we might live a new life!" (Romans 6:4). Baptism does not make you a believer, it shows that you already are one! Baptism does not "save" you, only your faith in Christ does that. Baptism is like a wedding ring—it's the outward symbol of the commitment you made in your heart. "For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith and it is the gift of God not by works, so that no one can boast" (Ephesians 2:8,9). HOW ARE WE TO BE BAPTIZED? 1. Like Jesus was baptized, children, teens and adults are immersed in water. "As soon as Jesus was baptized, He went up out of the water" (Matthew 3:16). 2. The word "baptize" literally means "to dip under water." The Greek word "baptizo" means "to immerse or dip under water." 3. It is the best way to picture a burial and resurrection. Who should be baptized? Every person who has made the decision to believe in Christ. "Those who believed and accepted His message were baptized" (Acts 2:41). "But when they believed Philip as he preached the Good News ... And the name of Jesus Christ, they were baptized, both men and women" (Acts 8:12). "Simon himself believed and was baptized ..." (Acts 8:13). The one requirement for baptism is belief in Christ! We do not baptize children until they are old enough to understand and believe. WHEN ARE WE TO BE BAPTIZED? As soon as you have believed! You shouldn't delay. "Those who believed ... were baptized ... that day!" (Acts 2:41). "Then Philip began with the Scripture and told him the Good News about Jesus. As they traveled along the road, they came to some water, and the eunuch said, 'Look here is water! Why shouldn't I be baptized right now?' Philip said, 'If you believe with all your heart, you may.' The official answered, 'I believe that Jesus Christ is the Son of God.' Then both Philip and the eunuch went down into the water and Philip baptized him" (Acts 8:36-39, paraphrase). There is no reason to delay. As soon as a person decides to believe in Christ, he or she can and should be baptized. WHO WILL BAPTIZE ME? If there is someone who has made a significant impact on your Journey with Jesus, you can invite them to be a part of baptizing you. They need to have already been baptized and be following the Lord. Many people have their small group leader, ministry team leader, or friend baptize them. Several pastors and ministers from Northland regularly perform baptisms. CAN A FAMILY BE BAPTIZED TOGETHER? Yes! If each family member understands fully the meaning of baptism, and each one has personally placed his/her trust in Christ for salvation, we encourage families to be baptized at the same time. It is a wonderful expression of commitment. CAN I INVITE FRIENDS AND FAMILY TO MY BAPTISM? Absolutely! We would love to have your friends and family there to celebrate with you. WILL I HAVE TO SAY ANYTHING? Not much! At the beginning of the baptism service, the pastor will briefly explain the meaning of baptism. Following that, the pastor will introduce you by reading your name and invite you to tell a bit of your story—how you came to Northland and when you started following Christ. You will then enter the water to be baptized. The pastor will ask you one question: "Have you accepted Christ as your Lord and Savior." You only have to answer, "Yes." Then, the pastor will briefly lower you just under the water, and then you will leave the water, dry off, and watch with others. We are so happy that you desire to follow the Lord's example in baptism. There will be many others baptized with you. Many people like yourself have been baptized in pools, lakes and the ocean! WHAT DO I WEAR? Guys: A swimsuit or shorts and a shirt is just fine. Ladies: A swimsuit, shorts and a shirt (dark color) is just fine. Bottom line, wear what makes you comfortable. Bring a towel to dry off before you leave. You can use the restrooms to change in.

June 1, 2025 11:00 AM

June 1, 2025 11:00 AM

Sunday

Join us for our third annual June Jam on Sunday, June 1, at 11 A.M.! We’ll gather for ONE powerful worship service (no service on Saturday at 5pm or Sunday at 9am this weekend only) to celebrate baptisms, child dedications, and commission our summer mission teams. Afterward, enjoy games, activities for all ages, and a delicious lunch from one of our food trucks. No kid's church will be provided, so bring your kids to big church for an unforgettable day!

June 7, 2025 8:00 AM

June 7, 2025 8:00 AM

Saturday

Local Serve Day is your opportunity to connect, make a big church feel smaller, and serve alongside others in meaningful ways. Whether you’re helping within the church or out in the community, these days are designed to spark ongoing service with your family and friends. Plus, you’ll learn about incredible ministries worth supporting both here at Northland and beyond! Questions? Contact Matt Shiles matt.shiles@northlandchurch.net

June 8, 2025 5:00 PM

June 8, 2025 5:00 PM

Sunday

Are you exploring Northland? Join us for dinner! During our time together, you will have an opportunity to learn more about Northland, hear from Pastor Josh, and connect with ministry leaders and long-time congregants. Questions? Contact Lauren Travers lauren.travers@northlandchurch.net

June 9, 2025 8:30 AM

June 9, 2025 8:30 AM

Monday

Weekdays this summer Let your child make the most of their school holidays at the Summer Camps designed and developed by Bricks 4 Kidz in partnership with Koncept Education. Inspired by the idea of edutainment, our unique camps build a strong interest in STEAM for kids aged 5-13 while having fun. Children from kindergarten to middle school can choose from an incredible variety of fun, educational camps, including Technic Brick Building, Math, Robotics, Game Design, Sports, Art, Dance, Music, Cooking, AI, and much more! These brand-new camps are designed to spark curiosity and creativity, ensuring your child has a memorable, mind-blowing experience they’ll never forget. Bricks 4 Kidz camp themes are focused on inspiring kids to envision and create a better world. It grows along with every kid, delivering just the right mix of challenge and fun with innovation and play every day. Bricks 4 Kidz is the largest provider of STEAM Education Enrichment Programs IN THE WORLD with over 350 locations in 55+ countries. 1-Week Pass: $2493-Week Pass: $6996-Week Pass: $1,199Reserve your spot here. Questions? Contact: Bricks 4 Kidz, Orlando 408-290-6410 Ext 703Orlando@bricks4kidz.uswww.bricks4kidz.com

June 9, 2025 8:30 AM

June 9, 2025 8:30 AM

Friday

Summer Camp is one of the best weeks of any summer! This summer our incoming middle school students (along with their high school leaders) have the opportunity to attend an overnight camp at Brewton-Parker College in Mount Vernon, Georgia. Students will spend the week having fun, making friends & growing closer to the Lord. The schedule will be filled with fun indoor & outdoor activities for students to make lifelong memories. Join Northland students & adult leaders as we have an unforgettable week at camp! Watch this video to learn more. Questions? Contact Dan Elkins dan.elkins@northlandchurch.net

June 13, 2025 2:00 PM

June 13, 2025 2:00 PM

Saturday

Jazz has always been evolving, improvising, and creating – somehow both ahead of its time and yet exactly of its time. Embark on a journey through the sounds, ideas, artists and moments that shaped the music and shaped America. Join the CFCArts Big Band – a dynamic, powerful, and award-winning ensemble – for a powerhouse performance of jazz in many of its forms – from its roots in New Orleans to the big band swing of the ’30s, the bebop revolution of the ’50s, and the soulful sounds of the ‘70s.Jazz is one of America’s first true musical inventions, and this concert will prove just how vibrant, relevant, and fun it is! From the swingin’ sounds of Duke Ellington and Count Basie to the feel-good vibes of Chuck Mangione and the jazz-funk-soul fusion of Stevie Wonder and Earth, Wind & Fire, this concert will be a celebration of the jazz legends who revolutionized music. Jazz musicians have innovated and inspired for over a century, and we’re bringing it all to life in one concert of music as eclectic as it is electrifying. So hold onto your hats and get ready to experience the rhythm, the energy, and the undeniable thrill of jazz through the decades.Ticket Pricing Standard General Admission $18 Premium General Admission $25 Lap-held Children 3 and Under Free Groups of 8 or more save 20% off regular pricing***Use code Journey2025 when you book online to select seats for your entire group. We’re happy to help. For questions about group sales, including paying by check or over time, call our Box Office at 407-937-1800 x1.

June 18, 2025 7:00 PM

June 18, 2025 7:00 PM

Wednesday

Join us for a powerful evening of worship and lament as we walk through a rhythm of repentance—individually, as a church, and as a nation. Together, we will seek forgiveness, cry out for healing, and allow God to renew and restore our hearts. Come as you are and step into the hope of a fresh start in His presence. Questions? Contact Lori Lori.Hall@northlandchurch.net

June 16, 2025 12:00 PM

June 16, 2025 12:00 PM

Thursday

For incoming high schoolers (and current seniors), SLU 101 provides a year’s worth of leadership development in just 4 days. This dynamic experience allows attendees to learn from world-class thought leaders in creative and participatory environments inside and outside of the conference room. SLU teaches each student practical and relational life skills to change the way they think, dream and lead at the feet of Jesus. Learn more by watching this video. Questions? Dan Elkins dan.elkins@northlandchurch.net

June 13, 2025 12:00 AM

June 13, 2025 12:00 AM

Monday

Be part of a mission that goes beyond borders with our Uganda Mission Trip. Known as the “Pearl of Africa,” Uganda is a land of stunning beauty, rich culture, and a vibrant Christian presence (83%), yet there are still five unreached people groups longing to hear the Gospel. Uganda has widespread prayer movements, a strong evangelical presence in the Church of Uganda (Anglican).  Public prayer is common even in government and judicial buildings, and many people attend church.  We’re partnering with Miracle Centre Kawempe Church and Miracle Destiny Schools in Kampala, where Pastor Robert and Rose Nabulere lead a dynamic ministry that blends education, discipleship, and outreach. Since 2012, Northland Church has worked alongside Pastor Robert to train over 500 pastors and leaders across the nation, and the impact continues to grow as churches are planted and communities transformed. On this trip, you’ll connect with the local church through worship gatherings, serve in their schools by offering educational training and coaching, and lead impactful Vacation Bible School sessions for children. You’ll also engage in neighborhood outreach, Bible distribution, evangelism, and other community development projects. Beyond the mission work, you’ll have the opportunity to witness the natural beauty of Uganda, including a visit to the Nile River, soaking in the wonder of God’s creation. This trip is more than just an opportunity to serve—it’s a chance to be part of God’s unfolding story in Uganda, deepening your faith while making a lasting difference. Registration deadline is March 2. Questions? Contact juliakauffman26@gmail.com

June 23, 2025 8:30 AM

June 23, 2025 8:30 AM

Friday

Live It Out! An exciting week filled with ways to learn to love like Jesus!  Your children (entering 1st grade - graduating 5th graders) are invited to learn to love like Jesus this summer as we focus on friendship, belonging, forgiveness, abundant life and purpose.  We are offering a 5 day summer camp from June 23-27th that will include fun games, worship time, Bible lessons and more!  Snack will be provided but please send your child with a lunch and reusable water bottle. A limited amount of partial scholarships are available. Registration opens March 28 at Family Night. Questions? Dan Young: Dan.Young@northlandchurch.net

July 7, 2025 6:30 AM

July 7, 2025 6:30 AM

Friday

Fuge Summer Camp is one of the premier student summer camps anywhere in America. This summer our incoming high school students (including current seniors) will have the chance to attend an incredible overnight summer camp in Berry, Ga with students from around the country. This camp will provide students with amazing outdoor & indoor activities, awesome worship & powerful messages. We want you to join Northland students & adult leaders as we have one of the best weeks ever! Watch this video to learn more! Questions? Contact Dan Elkins dan.elkins@northlandchurch.net

July 13, 2025 4:30 PM

July 13, 2025 4:30 PM

Sunday

Come join us for a FREE family movie night in The Rink as we step into our summer preaching series on Inside Out: Emotions Through The Lens of The Gospel. Bring your camping chair and blanket (as chairs will not be provided). Snacks will also be available for purchase beginning at 4:30 p.m. The movie will begin at 5:00 p.m. Admission is free, but we ask that you please register so we can plan accordingly. Be sure to also join us for the showing of Inside Out 2 on July 20. About Inside Out movie: Riley is a happy, hockey-loving 11-year-old Midwestern girl, but her world turns upside-down when she and her parents move to San Francisco. Riley's emotions -- led by Joy -- try to guide her through this difficult, life-changing event. However, the stress of the move brings Sadness to the forefront. When Joy and Sadness are inadvertently swept into the far reaches of Riley's mind, the only emotions left in Headquarters are Anger, Fear and Disgust. Watch the trailer > Questions? Contact Lauren Travers. Lauren.Travers@northlandchurch.net

July 14, 2025 6:00 AM

July 14, 2025 6:00 AM

Friday

For incoming high schoolers (and current seniors) who have completed SLU 101, SLU 201 provides another year’s worth of leadership development in just 5 days. Building on the foundation of personal leadership learned at SLU 101, SLU 201 will equip students to lead as a citizen and catalyst for change. This dynamic experience allows attendees to learn from world-class thought leaders in creative and participatory environments inside the conference room and outside around our nation's capital. SLU teaches each student practical and relational life skills to change the way they think, dream and lead at the feet of Jesus. Learn more by watching this video. Questions? Contact Dan Elkins dan.elkins@northlandchurch.net

July 13, 2025 12:00 AM

July 13, 2025 12:00 AM

Saturday

Ready for a life-changing mission? Join us for the Brazil Mission Trip as we partner with IPManaus to serve villages along the Amazon River! Travel by medical boat, offering care, leading VBS, sharing the Gospel through door-to-door evangelism, and running community programs like soccer outreach. You’ll distribute essentials like clothing, hygiene products, and school supplies, and each day ends with worship—sometimes leading to baptisms right in the river. Be part of what God is doing in Brazil! Registration deadline is May 1. Questions? Contact Lucee Price lucee.price@northlandchurch.net

July 20, 2025 4:30 PM

July 20, 2025 4:30 PM

Sunday

Come join us for a FREE family movie night in The Rink as we step into our summer preaching series on Inside Out: Emotions Through The Lens of The Gospel. Bring your camping chair and blanket (as chairs will not be provided). Snacks will also be available for purchase beginning at 4:30 p.m. The movie will begin at 5:00 p.m. Admission is free, but we ask that you please register so we can plan accordingly. About Inside Out 2 movie: Joy, Sadness, Anger, Fear and Disgust have been running a successful operation by all accounts. However, when Anxiety shows up, they aren't sure how to feel. Watch the trailer > Questions? Contact Lauren Travers. Lauren.Travers@northlandchurch.net

August 7, 2025 10:00 AM

August 7, 2025 10:00 AM

Friday

The Global Leadership Summit is an annual gathering that brings ministry and marketplace expertise together. Dynamic speakers and key topics challenge you to grow and become a catalyst for change. And our mission goes beyond events with resources available year-round, and programs that inspire, equip, and connect pastors, church and business leaders, the next generation, the marginalized, and community leaders all over the world.

September 7, 2025 4:30 PM

September 7, 2025 4:30 PM

Sunday

FAMCON: Sept 7–Oct 28 | Sunday Nights | 4:30–7:00 PM FAMCON = Family Conference Get ready for your fall survival masterclass—FAMCON is your chance to reconnect, refocus, and thrive in family life. Join us for an evening of dinner, worship, and engaging breakout sessions built around our fall sermon series, How to Lose Your Family in 10 Easy Ways. With practical tools for parents, kids, and students, this event is designed to help your family grow stronger—together. Topics covered will include communication and technology. Here’s what to expect:Breakout sessions for every stage of family life—from toddlers to teens to young adultsAge-specific programming for middle and high schoolersKid care available for kindergarten and underA time to recharge with community, worship, and encouragementWhether your family feels like a well-oiled machine or a work in progress, FAMCON is for you. Come as you are and leave feeling encouraged, equipped, and more connected than ever. Space is limited—registration and more details coming soon. Stay tuned!