I love stories. I love hearing them as much as I love telling them. Stories are a powerful teaching tool. They help shape our understanding of reality and relationships. They help to shape our identity as individuals, as part of a family, and as part of a culture and a nation.
It’s no wonder that Jesus used stories as a teaching tool during his earthly ministry, and one of his favorite types of storytelling was in the form of parables—short stories in familiar settings that reveal spiritual truths. But do we hear them correctly? Do we miss the intended “shock” within the parables because they have become too familiar to us? Or have they become so well-known to us that we assume we already completely understand them? I’m convinced that the parables should still shock us. When heard properly, they still expose sin and reveal Jesus. They teach us about the way things are in this world and about the way they are in the kingdom of God.
Join us as we sit at the feet of Jesus, the master storyteller. You may be surprised by what He teaches.
It’s no wonder that Jesus used stories as a teaching tool during his earthly ministry, and one of his favorite types of storytelling was in the form of parables—short stories in familiar settings that reveal spiritual truths. But do we hear them correctly? Do we miss the intended “shock” within the parables because they have become too familiar to us? Or have they become so well-known to us that we assume we already completely understand them? I’m convinced that the parables should still shock us. When heard properly, they still expose sin and reveal Jesus. They teach us about the way things are in this world and about the way they are in the kingdom of God.
Join us as we sit at the feet of Jesus, the master storyteller. You may be surprised by what He teaches.
Sermon Schedule
July 13 Luke 7:36-50
July 20 Matthew 21:28-32
July 27 Matthew 13:1-9
August 3 Matthew 13:24-30
August 10 Matthew 13:31-33
August 17 Matthew 13:44-58
August 24 Matthew 20:1-16
August 31 Luke 14:15-24
July 20 Matthew 21:28-32
July 27 Matthew 13:1-9
August 3 Matthew 13:24-30
August 10 Matthew 13:31-33
August 17 Matthew 13:44-58
August 24 Matthew 20:1-16
August 31 Luke 14:15-24
8:30 am
Coffee & Donuts
9 am
Worship Service
11 am
Worship Service
Reminder: There will be no Sunday School during the summer. See you this fall!
Coffee & Donuts
9 am
Worship Service
11 am
Worship Service
Reminder: There will be no Sunday School during the summer. See you this fall!
Reminder: There will be no supper, choir, or regularly scheduled KidMin and True North activities during the summer. Watch the calendar for updates and stay connected with us on Sunday mornings!
Our Midweek Bible Studies have begun! Join Pastor Ed, Pastor Pete, Pastor Mike Hussey, and Doug Panchot as they preview the sermon text for the upcoming Sunday. (Please note: Childcare is available for only the Wednesday evening study.)
☀️ Join us for Fun in the Sun! ☀️
Families are invited to a splash-filled evening of water games, activities, and popsicles next Wednesday, July 16, from 6:30 to 8:00 pm! It’s a great chance to connect, cool off, and have some fun together. Kids should come ready to get wet—swimsuits encouraged! We’d love to see you there! 💦😎
Let’s Get Ready for VBS!
Our “Yee Haw” VBS is just around the corner (August 4–6), and there’s a lot happening to get ready—and we’d love for you to be part of it!
🎨 VBS Decorating Day – This Sunday, July 13th, 12:30–3:00 PM
We’re turning the church into a western adventure! Join us right after church to help create decorations. We’ll provide lunch for all volunteers, and there are tasks for all abilities—whether you're crafty, handy, or just good at following directions!
🛍️ Amazon Wish List
We still need supplies to make VBS amazing! You can help by purchasing an item or two from our Amazon Wish List. Every little bit helps!
👧👦 Register Kids + Invite Friends
VBS is for kids ages 4 through entering 5th grade, and it’s free! Register your kids here and spread the word to friends and neighbors.
🤠 Volunteer Opportunities
There’s still room on the VBS volunteer crew! Whether you’re great with kids, love organizing behind the scenes, or want to help with decorations, we’d love to plug you in.
We’re turning the church into a western adventure! Join us right after church to help create decorations. We’ll provide lunch for all volunteers, and there are tasks for all abilities—whether you're crafty, handy, or just good at following directions!
🛍️ Amazon Wish List
We still need supplies to make VBS amazing! You can help by purchasing an item or two from our Amazon Wish List. Every little bit helps!
👧👦 Register Kids + Invite Friends
VBS is for kids ages 4 through entering 5th grade, and it’s free! Register your kids here and spread the word to friends and neighbors.
🤠 Volunteer Opportunities
There’s still room on the VBS volunteer crew! Whether you’re great with kids, love organizing behind the scenes, or want to help with decorations, we’d love to plug you in.
Thanks for helping us create an unforgettable week for our kids and community!
Click the link below to view the full True North summer schedule, and follow the True North Facebook page to keep up to date on any schedule changes!
General Offering Summary Report as of June 30, 2025:
Actual Offerings .......................................$520,160
Budgeted Offerings .................................$505,782
Actual Offerings Ahead of Budget by ........$14,378
Actual Offerings .......................................$520,160
Budgeted Offerings .................................$505,782
Actual Offerings Ahead of Budget by ........$14,378
July 2025 LBIM Daily Prayer Notes
July 2025 NAM Prayer Link
Paper copies of the July Daily Prayer Notes are available at the Information Center!
July 2025 NAM Prayer Link
Paper copies of the July Daily Prayer Notes are available at the Information Center!
