Northside Church Of Christ

Northside Church of Christ would like to welcome Loren J. Knowlton as our new Pastor.

A little bit about Loren:

Pastor Loren has been married to his high-school sweetheart for 34 years and has two great sons and a terrific daughter-in-law. In 2022 he was blessed to become a grandfather of a handsome and ornery grandson, and a second one arrived in 2025. He cherishes spending time with his family and enjoys listening to music and singing. He has owned and operated the family business since acquiring it from his father in 1994. Our Lord called Loren directly to become a voice for Him in ministry. Loren is a 2021 graduate of Mount Vernon Nazarene University with a Master’s Degree in Ministry. Prior to this degree he earned a Bachelor’s Degree from Ohio State and an MBA from Franklin University. His favorite verse of the Bible is "I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me" Philippians 4:13. It is a constant reminder that all of his abilities are given to him from our Lord, and the opportunities are endless. Loren’s passion is sharing the love of Jesus with others. He is at home in the pulpit and is keenly aware of the great responsibility that position holds. He is disheartened at the lack of credit given to God in this present day. Loren has promised our Lord to be a warrior in the fight to restore this glory and honor.

April 2026- It's all about Easter!

The resurrection is the most significant event in Christianity, but Easter is also the defining moment in human history. An atheist might cite other things they consider more important, things like the invention of the wheel, man's discovery of how to start and use fire, the invention of the printing press, or perhaps even the creation of the internet and the coming AI (artificial intelligence) advances, Easter is vastly more important than these, or any other ideas people may express. Consider this- the resurrection is the only event that affects not just the life we live now, but it also affects our eternal destiny. The moment the living Jesus walked out of the tomb made it possible for a believer to overcome mankind's greatest enemy, death. While all of those other events may have made our lives easier and given us greater knowledge, none of them gave of the promise of eternal life in God's presence. Unfortunately, even those who choose to reject Jesus have also received a promise of eternal life; their eternity is Hell, which the Bible describes as a place of "weeping and gnashing of teeth", that even some Christians and church leaders refuse to acknowledge. But Hell is real, and at the final judgement a Christian has Jesus to intercede for us before God the ultimate judge. At that crucial moment the living Christ can put his arm around us and let God know that "Father, this is another one I died for, who surrendered his/her life to me, at which point God will tell us "Well done, thou good and faithful servant. Enter into the joy of my Kingdom."

So, on this Easter, look past the baskets of candy and the chocolate bunnies, the colored eggs and the family gathering, and celebrate the true meaning of Easter and the importance of the resurrection in our lives. And while many of us enjoy the chocolate bunnies and the family get-togethers, remember to keep the empty tomb at the forefront of your Easter celebration. Everyone have a Happy Easter, and be blessed.

Ray

Save the dates - June 15th -18th.

It isn’t too early to start thinking about Vacation Bible School 2026. This years theme is Snowball Mountain Challenge. The dates for 2026 are June 15th- 18th. Times are 5:30 until 8:30

Meet the Heart of Our Youth Programs at Northside

At Northside, we believe that the strength of our community lies in our people. We are incredibly proud of the dedicated team working behind the scenes to mentor, teach, and have fun with our kids and teens.

Get to know the faces making a difference every week:

Samantha Wood | Children’s Activity Director

Samantha is the creative engine behind our monthly youth events. She focuses on building community through diverse experiences that range from high-energy fun to compassionate service.

Recent & Upcoming Activities: Roller skating, cooking classes, "Nightlights at the Zoo," and visiting local shut-ins.

Charlie Castle | Children’s Coordinator

Charlie ensures our Sunday mornings are impactful and organized. She oversees our Sunday School classes and works closely with the board to develop a meaningful curriculum.

The Creative Team: Charlie collaborates with Sam Freeze to bring lessons to life through crafts and object lessons, while Judy Lieber leads the children in our music program.

Mel Robinson | Youth Outreach Minister

Mel works with our older youth (ages 12–18), focusing on how they can impact the world around them. By connecting with area ministers and local organizations, Mel creates opportunities for our teens to step out into the community.