Next Level Church · Matthews, NC
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CURRENT SERMON SERIES: Sacred Rhythms
- Oct 11 - Nov 22
We live in a culture of constant noise, endless demands, and spiritual exhaustion. We believe the right things but somehow aren't becoming different people. This series reclaims what Jesus' earliest apprentices knew: transformation isn't accidental, it's practiced. Over seven weeks, we'll build the rhythms that make a life with God actually work.
October 11 - Silence/Solitude
October 18 - Scripture
October 25 - Prayer/Fasting
November 1 - Community/ Witness
November 8 - Sabbath
November 15 - Service
November 22 - Generosity
October 2026
2 events
Thursday, October 29 • 6:00 to 7:30 PM01
DOG FRIENDLY TRUNK OR TREAT
Thursday, October 29 • 6:00 to 7:30 PM
Trunk or Treat is on, and this year the dogs are invited too. Bring the kids (5th grade and under) and the pup for decorated trunks, candy, dog treats, and free popcorn and hot dogs. Free and open to the whole community.
We're still looking for families, groups, and businesses to host a trunk. If you'd like to decorate one and hand out treats, let us know.
September 30th - October 28th02
Small Group Experience
September 30th - October 28th6:30-8:30pMain Building Lobby
Dates: September 30 - October 28
Day: Wednesday Nights
Time: 6:30–8:30 PM
Leader: Pastor Christian
Location: Main Auditorium Lobby (we’ll be seated at round tables)
Format: Short teaching + guided table discussions
Over 5 weeks, we’re creating something simple but meaningful: space to slow down, sit around a table, ask real questions, grow in your faith, and learn how to pray for and with each other. No pressure. No pretending. Just honest conversations and genuine community.
September 2026
6 events

01
Get a free chapter of Pastor Clay's upcoming book
Get Chapter 1 FreeFaith shouldn't feel like a job you're managing. That's the question behind Clay's new book, Managed: Why Your Faith Feels Like Work Instead of Life; a lot of us feel busy doing faith without feeling much life in it, and this book digs into why.
The full book releases January 12 2027, and you can download chapter 1 free right now, no cost, no catch.

02
2026 Giving Campaign
Pledge HereThis past Sunday, we sat down together as a church family and talked honestly about where Next Level is, what we're facing, and the opportunity in front of us.
There are two things we're asking you to consider:
A one-time gift toward our 2026 budget shortfall, to get us into this new ministry year on solid ground.
A new monthly commitment, ideally $97/month per household, to get our staffing back to a place where we can fully support small groups, discipleship, our students, and the families in this church.
We don't take this lightly, and we're grateful for every one of you who calls this place home.
If you're ready to make your commitment, click the button below.
Where We are With Our Goals
One time: $68,590 of $30,000 needed
New Monthly: $8,601 of $10,000 needed
2nd Tuesday of Month03
Faith on Tap
2nd Tuesday of Month7:00 PMVRTX in Stallings
More InfoDates: October 13, November 10
Day: 2nd Tuesday Night of the Month
Time: 7:00–8:30 PM
Leader: Pastor Clay
Location: VRTX in Stallings
Format: Guided discussions
Faith-on-Tap is a space to dive deeply into topics involving faith, meaning, scripture, theology, life and more! Come bring your questions, your curiosity, and pull up a chair. Be ready to engage with people of varying levels of Spiritual maturity, perspectives and life experiences.

04
Worship Together, Anytime, Anywhere
Get The Spotify PlaylistWe're excited to share that we've created a special Spotify playlist featuring all the worship songs we've sung together this year. It's an amazing collection that captures our journey of faith and praise.
Lift your spirit, find peace, and continue worshiping beyond our gatherings. Click the button below to add our worship playlist to your Spotify and carry these songs with you wherever you go.

05
Never Miss Out on Anything
Looking to stay up-to-date with everything happening at Next Level? Whether it's the latest events, prayer meetings, or even weather-related cancellations, we've got you covered. By joining our text group, you'll receive regular updates directly to your phone, ensuring you're always in the loop.
It works both ways, too — you can text us your prayer requests any time and our team will pray with you and follow up.
Joining is easy – just a few clicks and you're all set to receive timely and relevant information that keeps you connected with Next Level, no matter where you are.

06
Take Your Next Step to Serve
Click Here to ServeServing is a great way to get plugged into Next Level, feel like part of a community, and serve Jesus at the same time.
If you are willing to do what you can do and trust God to do what only he can do, we want to get you plugged into serving at Next Level Church.
Click on the button below to select from a variety of opportunities to serve our church and our community.
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