Are You Prepared for Eternity? Let's Get Ready for Sunday

I hope you’ve had a great week. Easter at Northbrook is just around the corner, and we’re looking forward to gathering together to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus. Don’t forget about our Good Friday service as well. It’s always a meaningful time to slow down, reflect on the cross, and prepare our hearts for the hope of Easter Sunday.

And as we step into this Easter week, we’re not just remembering what happened back then. We’re being invited to consider how we are responding to the cross right now.

This Sunday, we’ll be in Luke 23:32-43, where we listen in on a powerful moment at the crucifixion. Three voices speak from the cross, and each one reveals something about the human heart. The way each person responds to Jesus in that moment shows us something deeper: how ready they are for eternity. 

This passage presses us beyond surface familiarity with the cross and into a personal response. It’s easy to misunderstand Jesus or keep Him at a distance. It’s harder to admit our need for Him. But for those who do, there’s a promise that changes everything: “Today you will be with me.”

Here’s a question to carry with you this week...how are you responding to the cross right now, and what does that reveal about where you stand with Jesus?

Let’s come ready to reflect, to respond, and to fix our eyes on Christ as we prepare our hearts for Easter.

What’s Happening

Celebrate Easter at Northbrook!

Easter reminds us that failure is never the final word.

Join us as we celebrate the hope of the resurrection. Our weekend begins with Good Friday, April 3 at 6:00pm, a reflective service remembering Christ’s sacrifice. Then on Easter Sunday, April 5, gather with us at:

  • 9:00am for Free Brunch, and

  • 10:30am for Worship

Our Easter message concludes the SEEN series with Peter: The Restored Disciple (John 21:15–19)—a powerful reminder that Jesus meets our failure with grace and calls us forward again.

Nursery and Preschool Worship available for infants through Pre-K.

Invite someone and celebrate Easter together.
 

Good Friday Service | April 3 at 6pm

Reach ONE Challenge

Live Sent. Engage the Community. Extend Hope.

Pray for one person God has placed in your life who needs Jesus. Look for simple, intentional ways to engage them this week—you never know how God might use one step of faith for eternal impact.

You don’t have to do everything. Just take one step.

Invite. Pray. Start a conversation.

You can grab a Reach ONE sticker or magnet as a reminder to step into this challenge of reaching our community with the gospel.

Reach ONE Exercise ›

New Sermon Series in Ecclesiastes

CLEAR: Clarity for Clouded Minds starting April 12

We begin this new five-week series through the book of Ecclesiastes after Easter, exploring how the gospel speaks into seasons of confusion, burnout, loneliness, and restlessness. Discover the clarity and hope only God can give.

Invite someone who may be feeling the weight of life—confusion, burnout, loneliness, or restlessness. Easter and this new series are a great opportunity to open the door for meaningful conversations and introduce friends, neighbors, coworkers, or family members to the hope found in Christ.

True North: Discover Your Next Step at Northbrook!

April 12, 19 & 26

True North is a three-week membership orientation designed for anyone interested in learning more about Northbrook—who we are, what we believe, and how you can be a part of the life, mission, and ministry together with us. It’s the perfect way to get a snapshot of life at Northbrook and take your next step in connecting to our church and finding a place to belong.

True North includes two sessions the first two weeks and the third week is True North Connect, an opportunity to try out one of our Life Groups.

Upcoming Sessions:

  • April 12 & 19 | Sessions 1 & 2 | 9:00-10:15 AM | Conference Room (2nd Floor)

  • April 26 | True North Connect – Experience one of our Life Groups!

Sign Up for True North ›

Adult Luncheon

April 7 at 10:30am

Join us for a great time of food and fellowship as special guest Ben Harrison shares on Celebrating the History of the Strawberry Festival. We’d love to see you there!

Volunteer for KingdomQuest VBS

June 14-17

VBS is just around the corner and we need your help! If you are interested in being on the Decoration team or a Rotation leader (crafts, missions, recreation) please email katie@northbrookbc.com. If you're not sure where to serve but want to be a part, click on the button below.

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Moving Forward Together

We’re grateful for the continued momentum of the Forward Initiative—renovations at the Caring Center are underway! Thank you for your faithful giving. As we move ahead, consider automating your giving, keep praying, and let’s continue pressing forward—by faith, on mission, together. Follow along for more updates at northbrookbc.com/forward

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Kingdom Investor Focus

How We Invest in the Next Generation

At Northbrook, discipleship is bigger than the present moment. We want to pass down a faith that is lived, loved, and lasting. Kingdom Investors see the next generation not as a distraction from the mission, but as a vital part of it.

  • How are you helping pass on a gospel-shaped faith to someone coming behind you?

On The Horizon

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

  • Good Friday Service | April 3 at 6pm

  • Easter at Northbrook | April 5

  • True North Membership Orientation | April 12, 19 & 26  Register ›

  • Elder Vote | May 3

  • Family (Baby) Dedication | May 10

  • Graduate Recognition & Commissioning Luncheon | May 17

  • Pine Cove City | May 25-29  Sign Up ›

  • VBS26: Kingdom Quest  | June 14-17  Learn More ›

  • Students Summer Camp at the Beach | June 19-22  Sign Up ›

Next Steps