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  We just finished a great four-week study of the Greek version of the Book of Esther from the Apocrypha.  As you may or may not know, there is no mention of God in the more familiar Old Testament version of the book.  The Greek version, however, emphasizes how Esther and Mordecai found strength in their dependence on God.  We… ...read more »

February’s Featured Recipe is “Easy Double Cheesy Chicken”. Easy – and good!   What could be better!  Try this – and other recipes from the United Methodist Women’s collection.  Enjoy!

January’s Featured Recipe is “Seven Layer Casserole”, from the Northgate United Methodist Women’s Heavenly Recipe collection. It’s a great entrée for the cold weather!  It’s not too late to get your copy of the UMW cookbook – see any UMW member for more information!

The Book of Esther is the story of a young orphaned Jewish woman living in exile in Persia under the protection of her uncle, Mordecai.  Esther worked her way into court and ultimately married Persian King Ahasuerus.  Those familiar with the Book of Esther may recall that it never mentions “God” – quite unusual for a book in the Hebrew… ...read more »

The story of the Good Samaritan in Luke 10:30-37 is one of the most beloved stories in the Bible.  The characters are familiar:  the traveler, the robbers, the priest, the Levite – and finally, our hero – the Samaritan.  We know the plot, too – man robbed; man ignored by priest and Levite; man helped by Samaritan.  But that’s the… ...read more »

Just in time for Christmas – “Heavenly Recipes”, the new cookbook from Northgate UMW.   They make great gifts!  See any UMW member to purchase your copy. December’s featured recipe is “Turtle Cake”.  Chocolate, caramels, pecans … mmmmmmm.    

This year’s Advent Study will be based on “The Wonder of Christmas”, by Ed Robb and Rob Renfroe.  The star, the name, the manger, the promise – this series explores these key elements of the Christmas story in a new and thoughtful way.   Classes will be Mondays at 7:00pm in the Life Center classroom, beginning November 28th.  Once you believe,… ...read more »

Be sure to get your copy of “Heavenly Recipes”, the new cookbook from Northgate UMW.   They make great Christmas gifts! November’s featured recipe is “Easy Peach Cobbler”.  Enjoy!  

We are pleased to share our new website!   Get to know our marvelous staff on the “Meet The Staff” page.  See what’s coming up at Northgate under “What’s Going On” – special services, events, and more (don’t forget to reserve your tickets for Northgate’s Christmas Dinner Theater on December 17th).  Going Christmas Shopping?  Remember to click the Amazon link at… ...read more »

Psalm 34:8a  Taste and See that the Lord is good.  The new Northgate United Methodist Women’s cookbook is available for $10 from any UMW member!   October’s featured recipe is “Pork Chops with Green Onions”.  Bon appetit!