interest groups
Church isn’t just about Sundays—it’s about finding connection in the everyday. Interest groups are a great way to meet others who enjoy the same things you do—whether it's hiking, cooking, reading, board games, or anything in between.
These groups are casual, welcoming, and centered around building community through shared passions and authentic friendships. Some even add a little prayer or spiritual reflection along the way.
Find your people. Find your place.
life together: a singles group for connection
A safe place for single adults to build connections with fellow Christians, develop friendships, reduce loneliness, grow in faith, and build real community—no pressure, just people doing life together. Register to stay up-to-date on future outings, events and meet-ups.
Led by Cyra Hathaway
A recent night out at Pinz!
Young Families Small Group
Currently on pause, more TBD!
Looking for a place to play and connect?
Join our Young Families Playgroup for a relaxed weekly playdate designed for both kids and parents. It’s a great way to build friendships, share life, and get to know other young families at NEC.
Little Kids Zone
Older siblings welcome!
Come for the play, stay for the connection—we’d love to see you there!
A grief group
Led by Jon Tillinghast, this space is for people who desire to have raw, honest conversations about grief. Grief is a solo journey but you don't have to do it alone.
Mondays at 6:30 p.m. at NEC
In July & August, the group meets every other Monday.
A recent recipient!
If you know of someone that could use a shawl, please email Janice at jwilson491@verizon.net
Wrapped in Love: Prayer Shawl Ministry
1st & 3rd Thursdays of the month,
10:30 a.m. in the lobby*
Starts back on 9/3!
Do you like to knit (or crochet) or want to learn how? Would you like to comfort someone during a difficult time? We run an amazing, weekly Prayer Shawl Ministry to knit (or crochet) Prayer Shawls. Talk to Janice Wilson or Donna Heriot or just show up on 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month from 10:30 am to noon. We aren’t hard to find—we meet right in the entrance to the church (where all the comfy couches are!) Come show us your knitting (or crocheting) skills and make a difference!
Adult Watercolor Class
Mondays, 10 a.m. to noon in Big Kids Zone
Come and enjoy the art of watercolor! You'll leave with a beautiful finished project each time. Beginners and all adults are welcome! $25 per class. Payable to Laurie Martin at the first class. Contact Laurie with any questions you have at lauriemartin1@verizon.net. Leader: Laurie Martin. Location: NEC.
Tuesdays, 7 p.m. in the Conference Room
STAY TUNED FOR NEXT SEASON
Come join this new NEC Bible study based on the groundbreaking tv series about the life of Jesus! Each week we will discuss an episode from the show, bringing the Old and New Testaments to life in a fresh way. Who is this study for? You! Because, whether you're starting out on the Jesus road or you're decades along, being chosen has far-reaching ramifications and endless applications. Tuesdays at 7pm at NEC!