Staff

Facilities Engineer

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Celebrate Recovery

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Alpha DC

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The Jesus Way

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IRL (In Real Life) Daily Devos

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Inservice - Outreach

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Disciple Girls - SE/Monday Nights

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The Living Room

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Praying with Power

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Refugee Care Family Friends

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Commissioned

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The Sex Talk(s)

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Mark Batterson

Lead Pastor

Mark Batterson, Lead Pastor

Mark was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota and grew up in Naperville, Illinois.

Mark went to the University of Chicago on scholarship playing basketball and majoring in pre-law. After a prayer walk through a cow pasture, he felt called to full time ministry and ended up at Central Bible College in Springfield, Missouri. That's the short story. Mark also holds a Doctor of Ministry from Regent University. He is the author of a dozen books including his first published title, In a Pit with a Lion on a Snowy Day and The Circle Maker, a New York Times Bestseller.

Mark and his wife, Lora, moved to Washington, DC, in 1994 to direct an inner-city ministry. He has served as Lead Pastor of National Community Church since 1996. Under his leadership, NCC has grown from a core group of 19 people to one church with multiple locations. 

Mark and Lora live on Capitol Hill and have three children: Parker, Summer, and Josiah.

Overcoming Despair in our Kids and Teens

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Find Your Voice

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NCC Leaders: Fall 2023

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Youth Leaders

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Fall Summit 2023 Registration

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Stories I love to tell: An evening with Dick Foth

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Double Anointing

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X

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Dare To Be Different

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Renew Registration 2023

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Living Grace @ NCC

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Cryptocurrency

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Devyn Grijalva

Dream Fellow

Devyn Grijalva, Dream Fellow

Hello, I'm Devyn Grijalva, a 21-year-old Christian hailing from the beautiful landscapes of Guatemala. Though I was born in Silver Spring, MD, my formative years were spent in Jessup, MD, where I cultivated a deep appreciation for faith, community, and, the beauty of God's creation.

My journey took an inspiring turn when I graduated from the Freestate Challenge Academy, a military school in Aberdeen, MD. This experience instilled in me discipline, determination, and, a sense of duty that I now carry into my ministry work. Ministry is my passion, and I've discovered a particular calling to work with the youth. It's incredible to witness the transformative power of faith and mentorship in young lives. My aim is to inspire, guide, and support them on their unique spiritual journeys.

Beyond ministry, I find solace and inspiration in nature. Hiking and leisurely walks in the great outdoors are my soul's medicine. While I'm out exploring, you can often find me with a cup of coffee in hand. Music is another profound love of mine. Whether I'm singing praises in church or enjoying melodies that stir the soul, music plays a vital role in my life. In addition to English, I speak Spanish, which allows me to connect with a broader range of people and cultures. 

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Be A Witness

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Crochet Love

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Inhale Truth - Exhale Life

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Young Adult Women’s - Bible Study

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Cat Davis

Executive Assistant

Cat Davis, Executive Assistant

Cat was born in New Mexico, raised in Missouri, and went to the Illinois Institute of Art- Chicago where she earned her bachelor’s degree in Interior Design.  Through her in-school focus of commercial design, she transitioned into visual merchandising, styling, and window installations for large fashion retail companies.  In 2018 Cat and her husband (Dustin) moved to Washington DC where they started attending NCC.  She is now excited to support the vision and mission of Dream Collective.

Cat and her husband enjoy traveling, food, coffee, and hanging out with their dog (Kona).

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Between Services Social

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How Much Does Your Worship Cost You?

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Parent Connection

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Commissioned - Men’s Group

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Get care and support in a group

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Women: Pray + Walk for our Nation

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Commissioned- 18-30yrs

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Commissioned-For the Sophisticated Woman (40+)

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The Sex Talk(s)

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Flip the Coin

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Commissioned- Young Adult

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The Chosen

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Leading at the Intersection of Gospel and Culture

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Welcome Home 2023

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ALX + ARL Walking Group

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NoVA Groups Template

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GriefShare @ NCC

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Commissioned- Alexandria

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Commissioned- Online

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Refuge: Support for Navigating Cancer & Critical Illness

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Proven Men - Sexual Integrity Study

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NoVA Moms Group

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Capitol Hill Family Meetup Crew

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Not So Young Adults (30-40s)

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Commissioned

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NFL Sunday Watch Party

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Jesus Plus Nothing

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Fellowships/Internships

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DC Dream Center Celebrates Six Years

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Missional Pathway

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Commissioned- Young Adult

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Kingdom Reading Group

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MD Game Night

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Pregnancy and Infant Loss Care Group

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Building Resilience Through Art for Teens

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Creative Collective - Maker Monday

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Creative Collective - Dream Again

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NoVA Group Leader Coffee Connect

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2023 All First Impressions Team Members

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Practicing the Way - Prayer

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MT: Global: Israel/Palestine (Telos) 2024

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MT: Global: Moldova 2024

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MT: Global: NCC Youth Partner Team 2024

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MT: Global: Western Reservation Partner Team 2024

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MT: Global: DR Congo Partner Team 2024

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Building Resilience Through Art for Teens

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Fruitfulness and Forgiveness

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Vision for a Different Kingdom

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Rod Durham

Informational Technology Director

Rod descends from a line of engineers, carpenters, farmers, and blacksmiths and leads the Information Technology efforts at NCC where he oversees activities and resources that involve electricity and computer chips. His hometown is either Carson, CA or Springfield, VA depending on his preference but he has family roots in DC’s Ward 7. Rod is an MIT-trained engineer and has worked in positions at NeXT computer, the Naval Research Laboratory, and as a teacher at Cornerstone Community School among other consulting roles throughout the IT, defense, and intelligence industries. Rod enjoys working with driven teams to accomplish a mission. Rod has been married to his wife Taz since 2019 and they have two children, Gabrielle and Cory. As Rod feels aligned with NCC’s convictions, manifesto, and beliefs, he believes he's at home in his role at National Community Church.

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Caroline Lebakken

Graphic Designer

Caroline Lebakken, Graphic Designer

Caroline grew up in a lot of places—most notably, North Carolina, Colorado, and southwestern Germany. She moved to the DMV in 2021 after completing her undergraduate and a MA in Visual Communication Design with Liberty. A lifelong artist-type, Caroline is especially interested in the space where creativity and theology overlap. She studies these connections in Fuller Seminary's Master of Divinity program, and plans to graduate in Spring 2024. 

Caroline supports NCC Creative Studios in stewarding the visual brand and communication of the church through graphic design. When she's not designing or studying, she enjoys exploring the city, conversing over coffee, making candles, or spending a quiet evening at home with her fiancé and cats.

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Alpha at Redeemer House

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Genesis Creation and Science - Who is Right?

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Learn to counsel others through difficult times

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I Believe, Help Me With My Unbelief

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New to NCC? Welcome Home.

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Alpha - [Fall 2023]- Ebenezers

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Deja Vú in a Desolate Place

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Reality Check

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What’s in a Name?

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Exercise Your Authority

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