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Join us on Sunday mornings at 9:30 and 11 AM at North Olmsted or11 AM at Elyria.
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Welcome! Please let us know you
were visiting by using the online
“Connect Card.” When you join us in
person, please stop by our Welcome
Center located in the Atrium to find
out how you can get further connected
in ministry at Friends.
were visiting by using the online
“Connect Card.” When you join us in
person, please stop by our Welcome
Center located in the Atrium to find
out how you can get further connected
in ministry at Friends.
Pray for our Missionaries
Ruthanne & Nick Chadd – Josiah Venture
M’Tambo Family/Maraan Academy – Malawi
David & Courtney
Those serving in sensitive areas
M’Tambo Family/Maraan Academy – Malawi
David & Courtney
Those serving in sensitive areas
Current Giving
General Budget 2025 (N. Olmsted)
$263,155.20
General Offerings 2025 (N. Olmsted)
$207,628.56
Generations of Faith Commitments
$ 1,060,973.56
Generations of Faith Giving
$ 1,011,672.19
$263,155.20
General Offerings 2025 (N. Olmsted)
$207,628.56
Generations of Faith Commitments
$ 1,060,973.56
Generations of Faith Giving
$ 1,011,672.19
UPCOMING EVENTS
SILVER FRIENDS LUNCH
Thursday, April 23 @ 11:30 am, FLC //David Choma, co-owner of Fyzical Therapy and Balance Center in Strongville, will come and share his story and some helpful information regarding balance issues for seniors. Lunch will feature meatball subs; suggested lunch donation $7. RSVP by noon Tuesday, Apr. 21, by writing "SF" on your Connect Card, calling the church office, or emailing theresa.stitt@noefc.org.
Thursday, April 23 @ 11:30 am, FLC //David Choma, co-owner of Fyzical Therapy and Balance Center in Strongville, will come and share his story and some helpful information regarding balance issues for seniors. Lunch will feature meatball subs; suggested lunch donation $7. RSVP by noon Tuesday, Apr. 21, by writing "SF" on your Connect Card, calling the church office, or emailing theresa.stitt@noefc.org.
GRIEF TO JOY
Thursdays, starting Apr. 16 @ 6:30 pm, Conference Rm // This 6-week class is designed to give you tools to work through the arduous journey of grief unique to each person. Sign up in the Atrium or contact David Marella at dawei1939a@gmail.com.
Thursdays, starting Apr. 16 @ 6:30 pm, Conference Rm // This 6-week class is designed to give you tools to work through the arduous journey of grief unique to each person. Sign up in the Atrium or contact David Marella at dawei1939a@gmail.com.
CHURCH CLEAN-UP DAY
Saturday, Apr. 25 @ 9 am-1 pm // Help us beautify our grounds! We'll be working to clear trees and debris. We need lots of help. Bring yard tools, chainsaws, and gloves. Please let us know if you're coming so we can plan projects appropriately. Visit the Atrium table or click HERE.
Saturday, Apr. 25 @ 9 am-1 pm // Help us beautify our grounds! We'll be working to clear trees and debris. We need lots of help. Bring yard tools, chainsaws, and gloves. Please let us know if you're coming so we can plan projects appropriately. Visit the Atrium table or click HERE.
AFTERNOON OUT FOR LITERACY
Saturday, Apr. 25 @ 1-4 pm // Support scholarships for inner-city students to attend the Summer Reading Program at Broadway Christian Church, now in its 49th year. Buy tickets for the raffle and enjoy a light meal. Click HERE for more info.
Saturday, Apr. 25 @ 1-4 pm // Support scholarships for inner-city students to attend the Summer Reading Program at Broadway Christian Church, now in its 49th year. Buy tickets for the raffle and enjoy a light meal. Click HERE for more info.
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY FAITH BUILD DAY
Saturday, May 2 @ 9 am-3 pm // We need 16 volunteers for our next Faith Build Day. For more information, reach out to Jerry Aubel at jwaubel@gmail.com or sign up by clicking HERE.
Saturday, May 2 @ 9 am-3 pm // We need 16 volunteers for our next Faith Build Day. For more information, reach out to Jerry Aubel at jwaubel@gmail.com or sign up by clicking HERE.
ADULT CLASS: EVERY THOUGHT CAPTIVE
Sundays in May @ 9:30 am, Conference Room // Are your thoughts drawing you closer to God or pulling you away? Building you up or tearing you down? Join this study as we forge a path through the world's distractions and lies and get to the heart of true spiritual growth: the renewing of your mind (Romans 12:2).
Sundays in May @ 9:30 am, Conference Room // Are your thoughts drawing you closer to God or pulling you away? Building you up or tearing you down? Join this study as we forge a path through the world's distractions and lies and get to the heart of true spiritual growth: the renewing of your mind (Romans 12:2).
INTERNATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER & WORSHIP SERVICE
Wednesday, May 6 @ 6:30-8 pm, Sanctuary // Come together for a special night of worship and prayer for our church, community, nation, and world. Family Fellowship meal begins at 6 pm in the FLC, with the service following at 6:30 pm in the Sanctuary. Pre-K & under childcare available.
Wednesday, May 6 @ 6:30-8 pm, Sanctuary // Come together for a special night of worship and prayer for our church, community, nation, and world. Family Fellowship meal begins at 6 pm in the FLC, with the service following at 6:30 pm in the Sanctuary. Pre-K & under childcare available.
ADOPT-A-PLANT MALAWI FUNDRAISER
Adopt your summer heirloom tomatoes, other vegetables, herbs, and flowers to support NOEFC's Malawi mission projects. Hundreds of plants will be available in the north parking lot for a freewill donation. For more information, contact Pastor Rish at pastorrich@noefc.org.
Adopt your summer heirloom tomatoes, other vegetables, herbs, and flowers to support NOEFC's Malawi mission projects. Hundreds of plants will be available in the north parking lot for a freewill donation. For more information, contact Pastor Rish at pastorrich@noefc.org.
VBS SAVE THE DATE!
N. Olmsted: June 22-26 @ 9am-noon; Elyria: Wednesday evenings June 17-July 15 // From kids to teens to adults, we need YOU! Save the date for this year's VBS: ROME, featuring the Apostle Paul & the underground church. More info and registration coming soon!
N. Olmsted: June 22-26 @ 9am-noon; Elyria: Wednesday evenings June 17-July 15 // From kids to teens to adults, we need YOU! Save the date for this year's VBS: ROME, featuring the Apostle Paul & the underground church. More info and registration coming soon!