2026 Faith Promise Offering This Sunday
The Faith Promise processional offering has been rescheduled to this 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.
Next Men's Breakfast is Feb. 14
Hey guys! Start your Saturday morning right with our Men’s Breakfast on Feb. 14 at 8 AM in the Fellowship Hall. For just $5, enjoy all-you-can-eat food and great company. It’s the perfect morning of food, fellowship, and faith. See you there!
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.
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.
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.
Lift Every Voice - Feb. 19
An evening honoring the legacy and enduring power of Black spirituals. Includes a talk form Dr. Michael Williams, UTCs Director of Africana Studies, and musical performances. 6 pm Feb. 19 at the Bessie Smith Cultural Center, 200 E ML King Blvd. Free - Registration required.
From: Matthew Anderson, Pastor and founder (1880) of Berean Presbyterian Church, Philadelphia, PA, in his publication Presbyterianism: Its Relation to the Negro (1897), pp. 79-80. :
“Now if the argument is true which is advanced by some, and we are happy to say that the number who use it is growing gradually less, viz., that the colored people are not adapted to the Presbyterian Church, then we claim that the Presbyterian Church is not adapted to the colored people, and if the Presbyterian church is not adapted to the colored people, it is not entitled to the fellowship, and the support of Christian people. The church which is not adapted to all people—be they white or black, be they Hindoos [sic] or Pagan has not in it the inherent principles of the church of Jesus Christ, hence it is not Christian.
But we believe nothing of the kind in regard to the Presbyterian Church, we believe that this Church is of Christ's planting. It is not the Presbyterian Church that is wrong, but the many false teachers and prophets who are in it. But these were also in the church at the time of Christ, and he pronounced upon them his bitterest maledictions.
The fact is that the belief in the want [lack] of adaptability to the Presbyterian Church on the part of the colored people, has become so fixed in the minds of many good people who never have been led to see the fallacy of the argument, that it influences not only all their actions towards the work of the Presbyterian Church among the colored people, but also the minds of the colored people themselves, towards the Presbyterian Church.”
In case you missed the special email about plans for Jamaica ministry trips this year.
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.
Tee It Up!
Whether you are a seasoned pro or have never picked up a disc in your life, we invite you to join us for a day of fellowship and fun that makes a lasting eternal impact. February 28, we’re hitting the course at Camp Jordan to support our students as they prepare for a summer of service and growth.
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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
- Mike Hutchins
- Olivia Jones & Family
- Lisa Jordan
- Shirley Madewell
- Brenda Mason
- David McDonald
- Jim Poole (Anna Rose Carlson's father)
- 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!
DeMarcus Chapman 2/9
James Goldsmith 2/9
Grace Otstot 2/11
Sarah Schlegel 2/11
Acacia Buschbach 2/12
Stephanie Williams Egbon 2/13
Happy Anniversary!
No Anniversaries
Heidelberg Catechism #95
Q. What is idolatry?
A. Idolatry is
having or inventing something in which one trusts
in place of or alongside of the only true God,
who has revealed himself in the Word.1
1 1 Chron. 16:26; Gal. 4:8-9; Eph. 5:5; Phil. 3:19
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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
Also available as Markdown.