Life to its fullest:
We loved you so much that we were delighted to share with you not only the gospel of God but our lives as well,
because you had become so dear to us. 1 Thessalonians 2:8
We are
convinced that the kind of life Jesus had in mind when He spoke of
“life to its fullest” is available now.
We venture into places where help is needed, both locally and globally, and depend upon Jesus for guidance. What amazing things are and will be done by living out our faith.
The people of NECC want to steward their human, spiritual, technical, and financial resources into some time-bound measurable goals. By working toward those objectives we hope to really experience, demonstrate and share life to its fullest in Christ.
Local Missions:
The 1010 Project
In John 10:10 it says
"The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full."
Living life to the fullest is important to us at NECC and we know that one way we can live a full life is by pouring into others. The 1010 Project is all about our faith being lived out and pouring into our community. Last year we dedicated 10.10.10 (the whole day) to serving and impacting our community with Jesus' love by giving our time, energy and resources in several different ways.
This year 1010 day is on a Monday. Step outside yourself and impact the lives of those around you by answering the question, "How can I simply serve you today?" Check out our top ten list below for some ideas or use the day to create your own. This is your opportunity to put your faith into action.
1. Tak a small collection of quarters and purchase laundry for someone.
2. Buy lunch for someone in need.
3. Go to an elderly home and spend time listening & providing company to those who don't get visitors.
4. Purchase someone's gas.
5. Make "Have a Nice Day" cards and stick them on people's desk.
6. Let someone in line go in front of you.
7. Do some fix-it work for a neighbor in need.
8. Clean up litter on your street.
9. Pay the toll for the person behind you.
10. Purchase flowers & pass them out on your way to work or to co-
workers.
For more information and to see what we're doing as a group for those who serve our communities contact Danielle Nelson at dnelson@NECCLife.org.
1010Project Blog: http://1010project.blogspot.com/
1010 May
To see what we did at Roodner Court Click Here.
In years past we've done many things in the city of Norwalk, some which include a gas buydown, park clean-ups, and Laundry Love. This year we have expanded our 1010 efforts, that normally occurs in October, into May. We are dedicated Sunday, May 15th to serving and impacting the Roodner Court Community with Jesus' love by giving our time, energy and resources.
Contact Danielle Nelson at dnelson@NECCLife.org to get involved in the upcoming projects.
Click Here to find Roodner Court
(11 Ingalls Ave, South Norwalk)
Mentorship
NECC is partnering with the City of Norwalk to make the difference in the lives of children through mentorship. If you have any question s please contact Danielle Nelson or click on the link to download the application. Once you have completed the application you can send it in or drop it off at the church office, 18 Knight Street, Norwalk, CT.
Bouten St.
Every Wednesday morning at 8AM a small group from our church community takes breakfast down to the children waiting for the bus at Bouten St. Park, South Norwalk. It's a great way to get to know kids and their parents/guardians and build relationships with the community to one day share the gospel with them.
Check out our blog to read and see the church body in action!
More Local Opportunities:
Global Outreach:
Haiti Trip 2011
July 15-22
Check out the pictures of our team that's back and well from serving in Jacmel, Haiti.The team consisted of all listed below: Danielle Nelson, Madison Nelson, Thomas Mahoney, Maelina Frattaroli, Layka Alleyne, Christine Hamilton, Abe Hadad, Conrad Jacques, and Alex Carey. If you have any questions about the next trip contact Danielle Nelson at dnelson@NECCLife.org.
Haiti Trip 2010
In August 2010 a team of 12 members of NECC went down to Jacmel, Haiti to extend the hands and feet of Christ and serve a community with the partnership of Pastor Jean Lafleure.
We worked on many projects side by side with the people and were equally touched by all the children and warmth of the Haitian people.
We made the front page in the Norwalk Citizen. Click the link below to read the article.
Click Here! We're on the Front Page!
Help the Children of Jacmel, Haiti by providing them with food, education and resources for their family. Restore Haiti gives 97% of their funds FIRST to the children. Wow. Let's all go deeper and help.
CLICK HERE TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN HAITI: www.restorehaiti.com
Charity Water
We participated in the 2009 Waterwalk Sponsorship Charity by digging deep and giving over $5,000, enough to build a well for an ENTIRE village in Amhara, Ethiopia.
Check out Charity Water at www.charitywater.org