Get Ready for Sunday: Eternity Is Calling

This Week at Northbrook: August 29, 2025

Alarms are meant to wake us up. They remind us something urgent is happening that can’t be ignored. So here’s the question, if eternity really is at stake, what is it going to take for you to start living like it?

This Sunday, we’ll wrap up our Threads series in 2 Corinthians 5:16-21, where Paul shows us how eternity changes everything about how we see ourselves and others. In Christ, we are made new, reconciled to God, and sent out as his ambassadors. Eternity isn’t a distant thought, but it's God’s call to live with urgency right now, pleading with others to be reconciled to him.

Here’s something to reflect on this week, who in your life needs to hear God’s appeal through you before it’s too late?

Let’s gather ready to be awakened, renewed, and sent out with the hope of the gospel.

We’re excited to see you Sunday!

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What’s Happening at Northbrook

FEATURED

Introducing the Bridge: a new ministry for young adults

Kickoff Gathering | Sunday, Aug. 31 from 6-8pm. | 214 4th St. SW, Cullman

The Bridge is a space for 18-35-year-olds in all life stages to connect where they are with where God is leading them. These years are a crucial season for shaping identity, building community, and forming a lasting faith.

Many young adults drift from the church after high school—we want to be a bridge, not a gap, in that journey. Our heartbeat is to create a Christ-centered community where young adults build authentic relationships, grow spiritually, and navigate life’s transitions, from graduation to career to calling, while staying rooted in the Body of Christ.

Learn more at northbrookbc.com/thebridge

Marriage Intensive:  Design for Unity in Marriage with Chris & Sophie Corder

Oct. 1 - Nov. 5 (6-week Intensive) + Nov. 7-8 (Weekend Event)

Join us for this 6-week Intensive + weekend event for practical wisdom designed to help your marriage thrive. Together, let’s grow as Kingdom Investors by prioritizing flourishing, Christ-centered marriages designed for unity.

  • Intensive: October 1 - November 5 | 6:30-8pm each night

    • Extended childcare will be available

  • Weekend Event: November 7-8

    • Friday (11/7) - 6-8pm (Dinner provided. Childcare available)

    • Saturday (11/8) - 10am - 5pm (Lunch provided. Limited childcare available)

    • Sunday (11/9) - Chris Corder will preach during the morning Worship service.

    • The weekend event is a part of the intensive. Make sure you're able to commit to both.

  • Cost: $20 per couple (includes intensive and weekend event)

  • This is limited to 20 couples, so make sure to register today.

Join us as we grow in awareness of how and why God designed marriage while considering your unique design as husband or wife within yours to help build relational unity!  Registration is open.

You can sign up at northbrookbc.com/marriage ›

Grandparents Day Luncheon

September 7 | Immediately following the service

Grandparents, grandfriends, and grandkids, you’re invited to a special luncheon just for you. Learn more and sign up at northbrookbc.com/grandparentsluncheon ›

Adult Luncheon

September 9 at 10:30am

Join us for our next Adult Luncheon on Tuesday, Sept. 9 at 10:30 AM. Enjoy a great time of food and fellowship, plus hear a message from special guest Ben Harrison with a presentation of the History of Cullman. We look forward to seeing you there!

Baptism Sunday

September 14

Interested in baptism and ready to take that next step in your faith journey? Learn more or let us know at northbrookbc.com/baptism ›

Annual Vote

September 14

On Sunday, Sept. 14, church members will vote on the 2025-26 proposed budget (available in the Information Kiosks for review), and the new slate of Deacon nominees:

  • Jacob Calahan

  • Dallas Garrison

  • Jordan King

  • Jimmy Land

  • Jim Powell

  • Coltin Rainwater

  • Justin Ward

New Life Groups Spotlight

Life Groups are where discipleship comes to life at Northbrook–where strangers become family, Scripture comes alive, and the mission of Jesus becomes personal. Wherever you are in your faith journey, there’s a place for you to belong, grow, and to bless others. Find your place.

New Groups

  • Men's Life Group with Jason Dockery & Johnny Whitaker. Wednesdays at 6:30-7:30pm at the church. For men of all ages and life stages.

  • Women's Life Group with Jordan Whitlock. Wednesdays at 6:30-7:30pm at the church. For ladies of all ages and life stages.

  • Young Mom's Life Group with Oakleigh Calahan. Tuesdays at 5:30-7pm at the church. 

Get started at northbrookbc.com/life-groups ›

Let’s grow together!

On The Horizon

Ministry events and opportunities coming up over the next couple of months. Save these dates:

  • The Bridge Sunday (formerly Lions Day) + Luncheon | September 14

  • Live Sent Conference | September 21–28

Next Steps