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Join us for Holy Week

Join us for a meaningful journey through Holy Week as we remember Jesus’ path from Jerusalem to the cross—and rejoice in the promise of resurrection.

Pastor Transition Update

Pastor Dominic Palacios, our transition consultant, will visit New Journey on March 21-22. He will conduct workshops on Saturday with Council and with the Call Committee.

March 2026 Council Minutes

To read the approved March 2026 Congregation Council Meeting minutes, click here.

If you have questions, please contact any member of the Congregation Council.

Staffing Update

New Journey's Communication Coordinator, Susan Brahs, has notified Council that she has accepted a new position, effective after April 10, which allows her to better meet her family's needs.

Space Update

Knowing that New Journey’s current lease agreement will conclude at the end of this year, 2025 council members began to look at options.

Reconciling in Christ

Reconciling in Christ is central to New Journey’s identity as an open and affirming church committed to equity, radical hospitality, and loving all people as God loves us.

Ministry Updates

As has become our tradition, New Journey members and friends will have the opportunity on Sunday, March 29, to raise our voices into the public square by signing a joint letter to our U.S. Senate and House representatives. This month, we will again join the annual, national Bread for the World Offering of Letters in support of addressing world hunger.

NEVC Joint Maundy Thursday Worship

You’re invited to the NEVC’s second joint Maundy Thursday worship service! Join us for a meaningful midday gathering featuring music, conversation, Holy Communion, simple nibbles, and optional footwashing.

Community & Fellowship News

Invitations from the Fountains UMC

Our friends at Fountains United Methodist Church have invited us to join them for several Holy Week gatherings, and we’re glad to share the invitation with you.

Register for the 2026 NEVC Faith Formation Event

"Belonging: Five Keys to Unlocking Your Potential as a Disciple." Presenter: Rev. Dr. Karoline Lewis, Professor and Marbury E. Anderson Chair of Biblical Preaching at Luther Seminary. April 11, 1:00-4:00 p.m. at LIving Water Lutheran Church, Scottsdale.

Prayers for healing, comfort, friendship and love.

Aunt Marge (Ron Bigley’s Aunt)

Daryl Bigley

Deb Bigley

Karen Bowman

Crystalle Ebbinga and her daughter Brittanee Pepper

Nancy Johnson

Joe and Jeannine Laderach

Alan Lamb family

Janet McCullough

Greg and Nancy McGarry

Liz Peterson

Adele Resmer

Neil Rosenthal

Terry Steeden

Hyunki and Norm Thorpe

Sharon Vaughan

Roger and Beulah Westland

Penny Zettler

God’s love and grace be with us each day.

If you or anyone you know is ill or facing a challenging situation in the New Journey community, please fill out a prayer request on our website.

Pastor Tim’s Weekly Schedule

Sunday - Worship and Office Hours

Monday - Sabbath

Tuesday - Office Hours by appointment

Wednesday - Office Hours by appointment

Thursday - Sermon Writing & Worship Preparation

Friday - Sermon Writing & Worship Preparation

Saturday - Sabbath

Pastor Tim makes himself available for pastoral emergencies and desires to provide spiritual support and pray with you. In case of emergencies, please call or text his cell phone at (608) 695-7103.