office@northminster.us
To: The Members and Friends of Northminster
Re: Weekly Update
September 25, 2025
 

We’re happy to share that Pastor Robby and his family are here!

 

With the busyness of settling in, unpacking, and getting to know the community, we’d love to bless them with some delicious meals. Click below for details on how you can help. 

 

Join Us this Sunday, September 28, for his sermon!

SUNDAY'S ANNOUNCEMENTS
PHOTO DIRECTORY UPDATE

If you call Northminster home—Covenant Partners and visitors alike—and need a new photo (or haven’t had one taken yet), let’s get it done soon! Contact Karen Ring to schedule a time that works for you.

(karenkayring@gmail.com, 309.231.1001

FIRST WEDNESDAYS
Ruth Byrne
 
August 25, 2939 - September 15, 2025
 
Memorial Service Details
Friday, October 3, 2025
At Northminster 
 
Visitation 10:00amMemorial Service 11:00amLuncheon 12:00pm 
 
 
Cards can be sent to: 
The Rick Byrne Family
12423 N Cove Ct
Dunlap IL 61525  

Fall Festival is a fun and welcoming event, perfect for inviting friends to check out Northminster!

 

We’d love to see you there! And if you’re able, consider signing up to help out. Whether you're part of our church family, an NLC family, an NPC neighbor, or just bringing along friends, everyone is welcome.

 

Need service hours for school or scouts?

This is a great opportunity!

STUDENT MINISTRIES
Each week, students come together to play games, enjoy snacks, and build meaningful friendships—but the heart of everything we do is helping students know Jesus and grow in their faith
NORTHMINSTER LEARNING CENTER 
ALPHA COURSE
Alpha is a series of sessions exploring the Christian faith in a relaxed, informal setting. It's designed for anyone who wants to explore life, faith, and meaning, whether they are new to faith, have questions about Christianity, or are looking to deepen their relationship with God. 
PICKLEBALL TOURNAMENT
Northminster Presbyterian Church is hosting the 3rd Annual ALS Memorial Pickleball Tournament this SATURDAY. All donations will go to ALS and stay local to support those battling this devastating disease. 

HELP US SUPPORT OUR ALS COMMUNITY!

 

Purchase your raffle tickets. Tickets will be available from 4-7 p.m. on Friday, September 26 and on Saturday, September 27 from 8 a.m. - 11a.m. There are 26 raffle basket/items donated by local businesses, each worth a minimum of $90.

 

Purchase bake sale items on Friday, September 26 from 4-7 p.m and on Saturday beginning at 9 a.m. until they are sold out. Baked sale items are also requested. Please bring to church on Friday, September 26 from

4-7 p.m.

 

Come cheer on all the teams.

 

Open pickleball play on Saturday, September 27, beginning at 1 p.m. and ending at 4 p.m. Come try it out.

 

Monetary donations also accepted. Please see the QR code or put in a donation box at church.

 

YPM ~ MEXICO MISSION TRIPS – 2026

https://www.ypmusa.org/

 

Each week will include 12 to 14 participants (though there’s always room for one more!). Participants are welcome — and encouraged — to stay for multiple weeks!

Typical Weekly Schedule
● Tuesday: Travel to Mexico
● Wednesday–Saturday: Mission project work
● Sunday: Worship and cultural immersion with a local Mayan community
● Monday: Group-selected fun day
● Tuesday: Return home

 

🛠 Project Focus
This year, we’ll continue construction efforts by working on the second building on the IYPM campus. Each week will also include interactions with local university and high school students, offering meaningful cross-cultural engagement.


❄ Why Go?
January and February can be chilly here — it’s a great time to head south and make a lasting impact while
staying warm!


To reserve your spot and for more information contact

Jim Wittmer at jimwittmer@comcast.net.

MEMORIAL PLAYGROUND

Our current playground for kids is over 25 years over. To leave a legacy for children, we plan to upgrade the playground area with a collaborative effort of support. So many families & groups currently use the playground. Poster boards will be on display in the lobby areas detailing plans to enhance and create an inviting area for kids and families. For more information, contact Jim Garner (309.439.1833).

TGIF RESOURCES
Information regarding IRS approved Required Minimum Distribution (RMD's) & IRS approved Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD's) are available in the church office.  Questions regarding these IRS distribution donations can be directed to Steve Rollins stever@northminster.us
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