This week, someone asked about using quotes from pastors or other sources in messages. I thought it would be helpful to address this topic here. You may or may not agree with my perspective, but I hope this gives you insight into where I’m coming from.When I use a quote from someone, I’m endorsing the quote—not everything they’ve ever said or believed. For example, I’ve quoted Pastor Benjamin Crem...  Read More

Well, the winter weather has definitely arrived! Two Thursdays in a row, we have had to close our facilities, so it seems like a good time to make sure everyone is on the same page about how and when we make the decision to close Northgate for winter weather.There are really two different scenarios: the first is during the week, and the second is on the weekends.During the week, if Batavia Schools...  Read More

Last week I talked about what a full December calendar we have, and this week I am going to tell you about one additional event that we are excited to be adding to the calendar!On Thursday, December 19th, we will have Brothers McClurg join us for a Christmas Concert at 7:00pm. If you’re not familiar with Brothers McClurg, that is our Worship Director, Anthony’s, band. They are fan favorites at Kin...  Read More

Here we are—it’s officially Christmas season! As I look at all the great events happening at Northgate this month, I have two main thoughts:1. It’s going to be a wonderful month as we prepare for Christmas together.2. I hope you don’t try to attend everything on the calendar!That might sound odd coming from a pastor, so let me explain. Of course, I hope you’ll make it a priority to join us for wor...  Read More

As you read this on a crisp Saturday morning, Pastor DL and his incredible team of youth leaders are spending the weekend with nearly 50 Northgate students on the shores of Canandaigua Lake at the LeTourneau Christian Center.Watching the growth of our youth ministry over the past year has been one of the most exciting and encouraging parts of life here at Northgate. Since our students moved into t...  Read More

Two things I can promise you about my time as your Lead Pastor:1. We won’t always get things right.2. When we don’t, we will acknowledge it, own it, and do our best to make it right.As some of you noticed, we missed the mark last weekend. In the busyness of church life and everything we need to get done, we failed to recognize Veterans Day during our services.There is no one to blame for this but ...  Read More