1st Sunday Prayer 5 pm in Fellowship Hall
Sunday School Resumes This Sunday (All Ages)
Adult Classes This Semester
- A New class led by elder Andrew Kean designed especially (but not exclusively!) for young adults will be based on Peterson's book, "A Long Obedience in the Same Direction." It studies the song of ascent Psalms as a pattern of Christian living and discipleship. While the class is especially designed for college age and young adults, the "young at heart" are also encouraged to attend. Meets in the Fellowship Hall room nearest Rudy's Room.
- Covenant Theology is taught by elder Noel Weichbrodt and Elissa Weichbrodt, a professor at Covenant College. This is a continuing class for the Fall. Those who attended in the fall are encouraged to return as well as any newly interested adults. Meets in the middle room of the Fellowship Hall.
- A study of the book of Hebrews will be led by elder Charlie Ingram. This is also a continuing class from the Fall. Those who attended in the fall are encouraged to return as well as any newly interested adults. Meets in the Fellowship Hall room nearest the kitchen.
2026 Faith Promise
The Faith Promise processional offering has been rescheduled to Sunday Feb. 8. We will bring forward pledge cards and penny jars during the worship service that Sunday. If you are unable to attend, you can also pledge online here. For the penny jars, our Children's Ministry has partnered with our Missions Committee to raise money this January for the Narnia School in Slovakia where Marek and Martina Tomavovic are missionaries.
Chili Cook Off Rescheduled - Feb. 1
Who has the best chili in the congregation? The stakes are high, the prizes are ready, and the 6th Annual Chili Cook-off kicks off this Sunday! This isn't just about the heat or the beans—it’s about sending our youth on their summer missions. Your 'votes' are direct donations to their travel fund, so bring your appetite and your generosity. See you in the Fellowship Hall right after service to determine the top 3 chilis and support our kids!
February is Black History Month
NCF Cultural Heritage Committee is highlighting events happening during Black History Month in Chattanooga, specifically at Bessie Smith Cultural Center. These events are not led by or affiliated with New City, however, members will be participating. Details regarding additional activities will be provided in the coming weeks!
Community Day Art Exhibit Feb. 7
You are invited to join us on Saturday, February 7, 2026, as we celebrate a student in our Kindergarten class at New City Fellowship. We are proud to announce that Isabelle Lowry's artwork has been selected to debut at the Bessie Smith Cultural Center 🎉. Isabelle is a talented young artist who loves God and art. She's been drawing since she was 3, and her talent has earned her spots in Splash Art's sales and this prestigious debut representing Hamilton County Schools. Please sign up by February 6th. Transportation provided. See Signup for details. Meet at the church on February 7th by 9:45 am, and we will return by 12 pm.
In case you missed the special email about plans for Jamaica ministry trips this year.
2026 Annual Congregational Meeting
Every one of us has a stake in the story our church is writing. On February 11, we want to share the 2026 budget and Strategic Focus with you—not just as numbers, but as our shared commitment to this community. We’ll start with dinner at 5:30 PM because great conversations happen around the table.Preview the plan and budget below, and join us Wednesday as we invest in our future together.
Gospel Fest Celebration Feb. 22
Come together with New City Fellowship, New City East Lake, Thorns2Crowns Ministries, East Lake Expression Engine, and First Presbyterian to celebrate Christ our King and honor Black History Month through songs and spirituals! Gospel Fest is a musical celebration of God's character through black gospel. We will sing congregational songs and hear choral performances. The event typically includes a homily from a local pastor (the last two years we heard from Pastors Alfred Johnson of Church of the Firstborn and Eddie Jacks of Resurrected Baptist Church). Childcare is not provided. Gospel Fest will take place Sunday, February 22nd at 4:00 pm in the First Presbyterian Church sanctuary.
Last Week’s Sermon
Kingdoms in Conflict, Part 2
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This Week’s Sermon
The Work Of The Spirit
Songs Playlist for this Sunday
Continue in Prayer
This week's prayer list
For those in our Church and Community who are ill, having surgery, grieving, recovering and/or shut in.
- JoAnn Byrom
- Rita Dunn
- James & Vicki Goldsmith
- Mildred Hamilton & Family
- Olivia Jones & Family
- Lisa Jordan
- Shirley Madewell
- Brenda Mason
- David McDonald
- Stephanie Taylor
- Bobbie Tilman
- Stephanie Williams
Prayer Hub: Share and pray for requests on our church website.
Share request with Email Prayer Group
Wednesday Zoom Prayer Meeting
Join us at 11:45 am. Click here.
Meeting ID: 869 5890 1800
Passcode: 546123
This month’s New CityPrayer Guide. PCA Prayer Guide.
Sunday Morning Prayer
Anytime from 9:00 - 10:00 am in the prayer room (Fellowship Hall 1st classroom next to Rudy’s Room refreshments area).
Happy Birthday!
Michael Hayes 2/2
Art Grisham 2/3
Lydia Taylor 2/3
Wy Plummer 2/4
Josiah Stam 2/5
Michael Tolliver 2/5
Anna Rose Carlson 2/7
Margaret Huffine 2/8
Happy Anniversary!
Oscar & Lauren Gaytan 2/7
Bill & Mary Anna Djire 2/8
Heidelberg Catechism #94
Q. What does the Lord require
in the first commandment?
A. That I, not wanting to endanger my own salvation,
avoid and shun
all idolatry,1
sorcery, superstitious rites,2
and prayer to saints or to other creatures.3
That I rightly know the only true God,4
trust him alone,5
and look to God for every good thing6
humbly7
and patiently,8
and love,9
fear,10
and honor11
God with all my heart.
In short, that I give up anything
rather than go against God’s will in any way.12
1 1 Cor. 6:9-10; 10:5-14; 1 John 5:21
2 Lev. 19:31; Deut. 18:9-12
3 Matt. 4:10; Rev. 19:10; 22:8-9
4 John 17:3
5 Jer. 17:5, 7
6 Ps. 104:27-28; James 1:17
7 1 Pet. 5:5-6
8 Col. 1:11; Heb. 10:36
9 Matt. 22:37 (Deut. 6:5)
10 Prov. 9:10; 1 Pet. 1:17
11 Matt. 4:10 (Deut. 6:13)
12 Matt. 5:29-30; 10:37-39
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Church Phone Extensions
If you reach the church office (423) 629-1421 after hours or at a time when staff are out or on another call, you are now able to connect to church staff and leave messages as needed. You can follow the options given or if you know a staff member’s extension, you can dial it at any point during the greeting.
Here’s a list of extensions:
- Rosalyn Ruffin, Office Administrator 100
- Billy McKillop, Exec. Pastor 107
- Daniel Young, Music 110
- Darius Griggs, Youth 207
- Gianna Rakes, Youth 201
- Jeff Rakes, Communications 204
- Kash Wright, Asst. Music 109
- Kevin Smith, Sr. Pastor 106
- Pat Rolleston, Next Gen 200
- Percy Rolleston, Children 203
- Samara Davis, Community Integration 205
- Sandra Smith, ESL 206
- Shirley Plummer, Bookkeeping 102
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