Life Groups
Are you new to Northwest? Are you searching for more information about God and His Word? Or maybe you have been coming for quite a while but can't seem to get connected? That's where Life Groups can help.
Second, every Life Group is to be intentional about authentic community. Not only did God create us to have an intimate relationship with Him, he created us to live in authentic community with other people. Our goal is for people to do Life together, spiritual life together.
Finally, every Life Group is to be intentional about serving others. The way way for people to know we are serious about God is to have a servants heart. Jesus said to be first you must be last and be the servant of all. Serving with people in a Life Group enhances our authentic community. When serving together we grow closer to God and each other.
First, every Life Group is to be intentional about God. As the giver of life on earth and life eternally, it is important for people to develop the relationship God created us to have with Him.
Second, every Life Group is to be intentional about authentic community. Not only did God create us to have an intimate relationship with Him, he created us to live in authentic community with other people. Our goal is for people to do Life together, spiritual life together.
Finally, every Life Group is to be intentional about serving others. The way way for people to know we are serious about God is to have a servants heart. Jesus said to be first you must be last and be the servant of all. Serving with people in a Life Group enhances our authentic community. When serving together we grow closer to God and each other.
Have you thought about trying a life groups? Stop at a Connection Station on Sunday to see the Life Group options we have and when they meet.
Serve
Connections Ministry: The Connections Ministry is a group of people who plan church wide events throughout the year. If you are interested in serving with this team please contact Melissa Hooverman 330.352.3322
Cleaning Ministry: The cleaning ministry is a place to serve the church and it's not just limited to cleaning bathrooms. If you are looking for a way to serve behind the scenes, this may be for you. If you can give 1 to 2 hours, every other week please contact Cathey Raber at 330.715.8611 or cathyraber@aol.com.
Northwest Food Pantry: The food pantry here at Northwest exists to help our community members who are in need. We are only able to offer this through the generosity of people here at Northwest. If you are able to donate any items you can bring them in and place them at the corral outside the worship center.
Northwest Food Pantry: The food pantry here at Northwest exists to help our community members who are in need. We are only able to offer this through the generosity of people here at Northwest. If you are able to donate any items you can bring them in and place them at the corral outside the worship center.
Worship Team: If you would like to serve on the worship and creative arts team please contact Scott Baker @ sbaker737@gmial.com.
Canton Christian Home: CCH is a place where senior citizens can live with dignity. There will be some service opportunities here soon. For more information contact Carole Gergely 330.808.3379
Family Promise: Family Promise of Summit County helps homeless families with children stay together and achieve sustainable independence. Their vision is to Keep Families Together, to alleviate the trauma of homelessness and assist families in securing a stable home environment. Northwest is a partner in helping make this a reality. This is a great place to serve! Service opportunities include: drivers, preparing meals, evening host and overnight host. To volunteer, contact John Lindesmith at johnlindesmith@yahoo.com or 330.983.7712.
We need volunteers for the following roles:
- Evening Host (5:00-7:00 PM) This is simply just hanging out with the families and helping them to feel at home while they are here.
- Overnight Host (10:00 PM - 7:00 AM) This involves staying overnight with our guests and being available should a need arise over night. Marking sure families are up and ready to go in the morning.
Media Team: Do you have a knack for social media or websites? Consider being a part of the media team.
Nursery/Toddler Ministry: In order for this ministry to function safely and securely, we need 2 adults in each area for both hours 10:00 & 11:00. We need to have substitutes as well which would not require a monthly commitment but to be contacted to fill in once in a while when someone cannot. If you can invest in the faith of the next generation of Christ followers, please contact Keith or the church office at 330.929.5776 for further information.
- Toy Clean Up/Laundry Help - Do you have some spare time to clean toys, or wash some of the blankets and linens from the rooms? This could be a one time way to get involved or more frequently.
- Diapers/Wipes: If you would like to donate baby wipes or various sizes of diapers for the nursery or toddler areas they will be used.
- Goldfish Crackers & small Dixie cups are used weekly in the toddler room and donations are appreciated.
- Donations are also being accepted of non-toxic toy cleaners and wipes for cleaning in the nursery and toddler areas. Brands like Dapple, Dreft, CleanSmart, Babyganics, Seventh Generation, and Earth Friendly Baby ECOS are some options available.
Preschool Volunteer: We currently need one adult helper for the 3rd Sunday of the month & for the 5th Sundays. As a helper, you are not required to do any advance preparation. You are simply asked to assist the teacher with snacks, games, crafts, or any other activities that are planned. The volunteer position is a commitment of 2 hours from 10:00-12:00 on your given day. Please prayerfully consider if this is an area where you may wish to serve. If you are interested or have questions, please contact Amy Gergely at 330.634.1886 or gergely.amy@gmail.com
Weekly Events
Are you following us on Facebook? Check out our Facebook page for updates on many of our major events through out the year. We also have many weekly or monthly options. Contact the church directly for specific information that may not be posted. Many of the groups take summer and holiday breaks.
IMPACT: Sunday nights are best spent at IMPACT for grades 6-12 from 6:30-7:30PM. Every Sunday we will be talking about stories from the Bible, cool things Jesus did and way that we can better follow him.Click here to follow Impact Youth Group on Facebook.
D-Groups: From 7:30-8:30PM on the 2nd & 4th weeks, for grades 6-12. This is for students who wish to go deeper in their walk with God. It's a very intentional time in the Word and deep discussion.
242: Join us each Wednesday at Northwest from 6:30 to 8:00 PM for an intentional time of prayer. 242 is a gathering of people who are devoted to praying strategically for Northwest. The name comes from Acts 2:42 which says, "They devoted themselves to the apostle's teaching and to the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer."
Knitted Together In Prayer: The ladies are working on chemo caps and hats for Children's Hospital, blankets and layettes for APS, as well as hats and scarfs for service men and women. Contact Melissa Hooverman at 330.352.3322 with questions. We meet on the 1st and 3rd Monday of the month in the downstairs preschool hall (if you are new, you can call Melissa and she will meet you at the door to direct you to specific room).
Book Club: Ladies, join us. We meet the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 7:00PM starting in September and takes a break in the summer. For more information, please email gergely.amy@gmail.com.
Piece Makers (Quilting): No experience required. We make items for the VA Hospital and other organizations including some Christmas decorations for the church. We meet on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month across the hall from room 104 and we meet all year long, except for Thanksgiving and near Christmas. There are other ways to get involved by donating supplies, or ironing, teaching, or just for fellowship. Contact Sandi Dietz at 330.687.0292 or gdietz1@neo.rr.com for more information.
Open Gym Volleyball: Tuesday nights from 7:30PM to 11:00PM in the Family Life Center. This is for 18 years old and up. We take a break in the summer returning in October. We do not meet on the weeks when Family Promise is taking place at our church (every 10wks).
IMPACT: Sunday nights are best spent at IMPACT for grades 6-12 from 6:30-7:30PM. Every Sunday we will be talking about stories from the Bible, cool things Jesus did and way that we can better follow him.Click here to follow Impact Youth Group on Facebook.
D-Groups: From 7:30-8:30PM on the 2nd & 4th weeks, for grades 6-12. This is for students who wish to go deeper in their walk with God. It's a very intentional time in the Word and deep discussion.
242: Join us each Wednesday at Northwest from 6:30 to 8:00 PM for an intentional time of prayer. 242 is a gathering of people who are devoted to praying strategically for Northwest. The name comes from Acts 2:42 which says, "They devoted themselves to the apostle's teaching and to the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer."
Knitted Together In Prayer: The ladies are working on chemo caps and hats for Children's Hospital, blankets and layettes for APS, as well as hats and scarfs for service men and women. Contact Melissa Hooverman at 330.352.3322 with questions. We meet on the 1st and 3rd Monday of the month in the downstairs preschool hall (if you are new, you can call Melissa and she will meet you at the door to direct you to specific room).
Book Club: Ladies, join us. We meet the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 7:00PM starting in September and takes a break in the summer. For more information, please email gergely.amy@gmail.com.
Piece Makers (Quilting): No experience required. We make items for the VA Hospital and other organizations including some Christmas decorations for the church. We meet on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month across the hall from room 104 and we meet all year long, except for Thanksgiving and near Christmas. There are other ways to get involved by donating supplies, or ironing, teaching, or just for fellowship. Contact Sandi Dietz at 330.687.0292 or gdietz1@neo.rr.com for more information.
Open Gym Volleyball: Tuesday nights from 7:30PM to 11:00PM in the Family Life Center. This is for 18 years old and up. We take a break in the summer returning in October. We do not meet on the weeks when Family Promise is taking place at our church (every 10wks).
