As we continue celebrating our 25th anniversary by reflecting on specific stories and individuals, we dove into John Maggard's story in conversation with Daniel Hicks. John is the Executive Pastor of NMC. Throughout John's years at North Metro Church, he has witnessed God's faithfulness time and again. Three pivotal moments he highlights: the complete payoff of NMC's debt, a season of abundance following the challenges of COVID-19, and the recruitment of our Lead Pastor, Rob McDowell.
In the interview, John also shares about his personal faith-defining moments, recalling his battle with cancer over 30 years ago. Despite facing a hard diagnosis, John's body experienced miraculous healing, through God's power. His journey was marked not only by physical restoration but also by the tangible answers to specific prayers, defining his faith in Jesus.
John's arrival at NMC coincided with a critical period, during which the church successfully paid off over $7 million in debt. This achievement now stands as a testament to God's providence. As the Executive Pastor, John not only cares for the staff, but he also helps us look ahead and provide direction to where our church is headed in aspects like finances and staff culture and structure.
Along with being the Financial Planner and Executive Pastor, John also currently wears the hat of the Project Director as we open up our second campus, North Metro Church Sewell Mill Campus in East Cobb. John has seen God use our building at the Barrett Campus to serve and love our community, and we are all excited to see how this second campus will be used to “Be Missed” in East Cobb.
Looking ahead, pray with us as we approach the opening of the Sewell Mill Campus. We are hoping to launch this new campus on Sunday, July 28, on the heels of our Hunger Revival. As we get closer to opening, we are asking that you continue to pray your guts out. We are awaiting a few more permits to rework the road and entrances onto the campus. “NMC has been built by generous people,” John explained. “Not only financially generous people but of family members who have served with their time and talents, and we are so thankful.”
In closing, John's journey, intertwined with the narrative of NMC's growth and impact, serves as a testament to God's faithfulness. Listen to our 25th Year Anniversary Podcast with John Maggard anywhere you get podcasts.