Truth in Love // Fall Disciple Groups, Family Fall Fest
Hey Spiritual Siblings,
People are complicated, aren’t we? What makes me “me” and you “you” is a series of events and decisions. There is more to each of us than what we see on the outside. And because people are complicated, so are relationships. When Jesus became human, the Son of God entered our complicated mess to not only offer eternal redemption, but to show the way to navigate these complications with love and truth, mercy and grace.
Jesus is the most brilliant human to ever live, and his advice on living is equally brilliant. So, in our current mini-series, “People Are Complicated” we’re taking a look at his relational advice for disciples. On Sunday, we looked at his instructions on addressing conflict. If you missed it, check out the message at York City Campus or the message at Stillmeadow Lane Campus. Next Sunday, September 13, we’ll look at his instructions on forgiveness, and on September 20 we’ll look at his guidance on grace.
Whatever complications you are facing in yourself or in your relationships, be encouraged by this truth: Jesus’ grace and forgiveness, truth and love are greater and stronger. He not only has what you need to navigate these, but he is who you need to navigate them with. Thank God we don’t have to face these things alone.
Speaking of not facing things alone, God has given us each other to grow together. If you are not in a small group, make time for one of the small groups that we have or to start one of your own so that you can experience the beauty of growing in Christ with others. You were not made to do this alone. See the options below. If none of those work for you, get a friend or two and then choose a plan from Nazarene Discipleship Place or a series from RightNow Media.
I’m grateful for, cheering for and praying for you!
Grace and Peace,
Josh
PS…Check out the devotionals for this week from Living Word.
The Main Announcements
Fall Discipleship Groups and Tuesday Night Family Night
Family Fall Fest: October 31
Fall Discipleship Groups
Interested in joining a group in the fall? In addition to the groups that run throughout the year (MORE, Journey, King is Coming, Celebrate Recovery, LifeGroups, the Faith Connections Class, Women’s Bible Study, Strings and Things, Classic Club) we have seasonal groups beginning in September. Check out these Sunday morning groups: Marriage Course, Emotionally Healthy Spirituality, GriefShare, Intro to Stillmeadow and all the other options at stillnaz.com/discipleship.
Tuesday Family Night: September 8
A night of discipleship for all generations. Bloom, our kids ministry for 0-5th graders, will run along with Ignite, our youth ministry for 6-12th graders. Adult groups include Alpha (for new or non-believers), Every Believer Confident (Women’s group), Financial Peace University (course on money management), ManCave (for men), and Young Adult Group (for 18-30 yr olds). More info and sign ups at stillnaz.com/familynight.
Family Fall Fest @ YCC: October 31
We love our neighbors, so we’re throwing a Family Fall Fest at our York City Campus on October 31. This family friendly event will take place from 6-8PM. Save the date now and watch for ways to invite and serve!
Grow
A relationship with Jesus brings us into relationship with other believers. Our relationship with Jesus grows as we grow in relationship with others. Discipleship Groups are intended as places to cultivate growth in Christ together. Please don’t try to grow alone. Join a group this fall.
Engagement Team: We are looking for people to serve in our Cafe’, be a Greeter on Sunday mornings, or become a member of our Care team! Check out the serve link below...
Family Fall Fest @ YCC: Oct 31 6-8pm
We need volunteers to help with this fun family event! Trunk or treat, handout candy, help with crafts & games, etc. Sign up below!
Can we pray for you? One of the ways that we show love for each other is by taking our needs to God in prayer. Share your prayer request by following the button below.
Give
FIN (Family in need) Fund: Let us join together in helping families in need by contributing to our FIN Fund. Write “FIN” in your memo line or select it as you give online..stillnaz.com/give
Congratulations to…
Josh & KaLee Chambers (daughter and son-in-law of Pastor John and Cynthia Farley) on the birth of their child August James David on August 16th , 2026
Heath & Katelyn Grim on the birth of their child Reuben Lloyd on August 18th, 2026