Mission Statement: To serve our neighbors in need with the Gospel of Jesus Christ and provide hope and healing through education and discipleship.
Update from the Directors
Dear Friends of the NCC,
We are thankful that God has continued to work through the ministries of the Neighborhood Christian Center during this time of COVID-19 and much unrest in our country. God has blessed us richly during this time of what could have been a tough season of ministry. He still continues to give us many opportunities to minister to our neighbors in need through our curbside food and hygiene distribution, neighborhood deliveries of food and snacks for children, clothing on an emergency basis, and utility assistance. We are still unable to accept in-kind donations at this time (except for food and new hygiene items) because of the virus issues. God has continued to provide us with what we have needed to meet our neighbors’ needs. We are grateful to you all for your tangible and monetary donations. God has used you all to support us with great generosity for which we are beyond thankful.
Our Hispanic Women’s Bible Study Zoom classes continue to meet and have had three graduations (The Red Sea Rules, Overcomer and Wounded Woman) in the past three months! We are thankful for the Morgan County Jail for the opportunity to be part of a slow opening of classes on the inside. Currently, there are five classes back in session: 2 GED classes, 2 Women’s Bible Studies, and 1 Men’s Bible Study. All classes are following the safety guidelines and social distancing. It was exciting for the inmates, staff, and volunteers to have the opportunity to start classes again.
The Summer Youth Leadership Program is in its 4th week with 9 teens plus instructors. They have created dances, skits, and games for their pop-up camp in July for our Backyard Bible Club children. We have been blessed by this community who has provided meals every single day for the youth. Read more about this ministry and see pictures on page 2.
Moving forward, the Board of Directors and Staff are relying on God for direction during this time of crisis and beyond. We are very fortunate to have so much support from our incredible community!
Blessings,
Tim & Pamela Bolding
We are thankful that God has continued to work through the ministries of the Neighborhood Christian Center during this time of COVID-19 and much unrest in our country. God has blessed us richly during this time of what could have been a tough season of ministry. He still continues to give us many opportunities to minister to our neighbors in need through our curbside food and hygiene distribution, neighborhood deliveries of food and snacks for children, clothing on an emergency basis, and utility assistance. We are still unable to accept in-kind donations at this time (except for food and new hygiene items) because of the virus issues. God has continued to provide us with what we have needed to meet our neighbors’ needs. We are grateful to you all for your tangible and monetary donations. God has used you all to support us with great generosity for which we are beyond thankful.
Our Hispanic Women’s Bible Study Zoom classes continue to meet and have had three graduations (The Red Sea Rules, Overcomer and Wounded Woman) in the past three months! We are thankful for the Morgan County Jail for the opportunity to be part of a slow opening of classes on the inside. Currently, there are five classes back in session: 2 GED classes, 2 Women’s Bible Studies, and 1 Men’s Bible Study. All classes are following the safety guidelines and social distancing. It was exciting for the inmates, staff, and volunteers to have the opportunity to start classes again.
The Summer Youth Leadership Program is in its 4th week with 9 teens plus instructors. They have created dances, skits, and games for their pop-up camp in July for our Backyard Bible Club children. We have been blessed by this community who has provided meals every single day for the youth. Read more about this ministry and see pictures on page 2.
Moving forward, the Board of Directors and Staff are relying on God for direction during this time of crisis and beyond. We are very fortunate to have so much support from our incredible community!
Blessings,
Tim & Pamela Bolding
And my God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19
Nothing Can Slow The Summer Youth Down!
The NCC Summer Youth Leadership Program looks a little different this summer of 2020, nevertheless, the youth are pressing forward regardless of the current state of events. It has been a blessing to have many guest speakers come and pour into the lives of the summer youth leaders. They inspire, educate, and empower each youth through personal testimony, teaching of basic life skills, encouraging daily spiritual and biblical principles and growth, character building, innovative thinking, and entrepreneurship. Some of the classes, speakers, and activities include:
Yes, it all looks different this summer, yet God continues to do amazing things with this AWESOME group of young people who have bonded together in love and unity over a few short weeks. This group is creative and unique with a hunger and zeal for knowledge; designated for this extraordinary time and season. It is truly a blessing to have the opportunity to be among them knowing God is moving exceedingly and abundantly in each of their lives daily. - Bethany Eze, SYLP Director & Joshua Delgado, SYLP Intern
- Faith and Finance
- Study of Philippians
- Michael Todd’s Relationship Goals study
- Veronna Keene of Save-A-Life
- Virtual tour with a rep of the University of North Alabama via Zoom
- Local pastors
- NCC staff
Yes, it all looks different this summer, yet God continues to do amazing things with this AWESOME group of young people who have bonded together in love and unity over a few short weeks. This group is creative and unique with a hunger and zeal for knowledge; designated for this extraordinary time and season. It is truly a blessing to have the opportunity to be among them knowing God is moving exceedingly and abundantly in each of their lives daily. - Bethany Eze, SYLP Director & Joshua Delgado, SYLP Intern
Current Needs
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Hygiene Items
-toothpaste -toothbrushes -deodorant -shampoo -conditioner -lotion -bars of soap |
Paper Products
-plates -napkins Disinfectant Supplies -hand sanitizers -wipes -Lysol |
We need meals for our Summer Youth. You can prepare a meal, donate money, send a gift card, or have pizzas delivered. Our youth love to eat!!!! If you are able to provide lunch for our hard working teens, please call (256-351-7633) or email (decaturncc1994@gmail.com) to schedule a day.
For updates on our daily operations, you can follow us on Facebook and Instagram. We will also send emails to update everyone on our email list. If you would like to be on our email list, email ashley@decaturncc.org.
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Our youth LOVE to eat!!! Thank you to those who have cooked, purchased or donated money for meals. We truly appreciate your generosity and kindness.
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Continuing to make snack bags for the neighborhood kids.
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Thank you so much to the Committee on Church Cooperation for blessing us with an abundance of hygiene products and snacks. We love our community partners.
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