NORTHSIDE NOTES - January 25, 2012 |
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January 29, 2012
NDBC's Souper Bowl Sunday, January 29, in the Fellowship Hall, after 11 AM worship. Everyone is welcome to join us for a wonderful selection of soups/chili and make a donation to the Hunger Fund for 2012. These monies are used to help support the Atlanta Community Food Bank as well as send aid to hungry people around the world. |
Ecclesiastes: The Bible's Cellar Door
A Bible Study with Zachary Bay
Wednesday's at 7 PM
in the Fellowship Hall
for five (5) weeks,
January 11-February 8, 2012
Week 1: Welcome to the Cellar Door Week 2: What's This All About? Week 3: Saying it Well Week 4: Saying it As Best One Can Week 5: At Words' End |
| Wednesday Night Programming
January 11-February 8, 2012
5:45 PM - Northside Yoga (Rm 202)
6:00 PM - Music Together for Families (Rm 109)
6:45 PM - Bible Study: Ecclesiastes, taught by Zachary Bay (FH)
7:00 PM - Shawl Ministry (Parlor) 3rd Wednesday of each month
7:30 PM - Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal (Choir Rm) |
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Praying the Psalms*
By Rev. James Lamkin
Psalm 74 -- "The Night also is Thine"
*(The congregation is invited to read A-Psalm-A-Day during 2012. Here is today's reflection and prayer based on a psalm from the past week.)
It is easy to be spiritual when things are going well. (That may be debatable, but let's go with it.) Prayers are filled with gratitude. There's money in the bank. Health is good. There's no stress at work. The roof doesn't leak. All the family gets along.
Yet, life rarely is that way. There's too much month left at the end of the money. The kids are sick. Ends don't meet. More medical tests are needed. Changes are coming down the food chain from the top of the organization. More meetings are needed to talk about the need for more meetings. Plus, the weight of the world's news overwhelms and depletes our desire to do good.
One day you wake-up realizing how sick and tired you are of being sick and tired.
Sometimes a haunting darkness descends. It may not be capital "D" Depression; it may be more routine, small "d" depression. It doesn't take you down, like the flu; but it lingers like an annoying cough and cold. Sometimes it feels like the mystic, St. John of the Cross, called it: The Dark Night of the Soul.
As I've marinated in the psalms over the last two years, I've learned that the psalmists have PhD's in the depth of the dark night. These authorities in darkness have "been there, done that." Plus, they lived to tell about it.
In my Bible, Psalm 74 is headlined: "Pleas for Help in Time of National Humiliation." In it the psalmist sings the familiar refrain of "why and how long?" The writer wants God to know how bad God looks in all of this...and how embarrassed all of God's people are.
However, like an airplane stuck in a downward spiral, at the last minute, the poet pulls-out. He reclaims his faithful confidence in God. In fact, he writes:
For thine is the day,
The night also is thine.
Herein is the rhythm of a maturing faith. How one feels today is important; but whether things are all sunny or as dark as pitch, God still is God. God's light is not extinguished by human darkness.
In fact, some of the most significant times of maturity and growth in my own life have been times when I've felt almost suffocated by my own darkness. Breath and sight and hope all took on bigger meanings through the sheer act of survival.
On this day, at dawn and dusk, when the light breaks and when the darkness begins, I will remember that both belong to God.
A-Psalm-A-Day Upcoming Schedule:
January 25-Psalm 90
January 26-Psalm 91
January 27-Psalm 92
January 28-Psalm 93
January 29-Psalm 94
January 30-Psalm 95
January 31-Psalm 96
February 1-Psalm 97 |
Upcoming Youth Events 
January 29: Agape Meal at UMCH
The New Year marks a new focus on missions for our youth program. We will be helping serve a meal at the United Methodist Children's Home on this day starting at 3:30 PM.
February 10-12: Ski Retreat
Don't forget...this is getting closer now! We are going to Sugar Mountain again this year.
March 10-12: March Mission Madness at St. Simon's Island
Remember...we will need to leave before the typical school day ends. Please keep this in mind and make arrangements with your teachers!
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February 5, 2012
Dohnanyi - Serenade in C major for String Trio
Ramirez - Tarjetas Latinas (World Premier)
Beethoven - String Trio in C minor, Op. 9 No. 3
Olga Shpitko, violin
Yang-Yoon Kim, viola
Jennifer Humphreys, cello
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All concerts are held in the Northside Drive Baptist Church Chapel on noted Sunday's at 3 PM. Suggested donation for each concert (per person): adults: $15-$20; students and seniors: $10-$15; college students: $5-$10; under 18 or currently seeking employment pay what you can.
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There will be a Church-in-conference next Sunday, February 5, following the worship service in the Sanctuary. The purpose of this meeting is to vote on the proposed 2012 operating budget and to provide members with an update on the organ restoration. The annual meeting of the church will be held on Wednesday, May 30, at 7 PM, in the Fellowship Hall.
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Religious Liberty & Church-State Separation
A Workshop with J. Brent Walker of the Baptist Joint Committee
March 10 and 11, 2012
Northside Drive Baptist Church will host a weekend workshop with J. Brent Walker, Executive Director of the Baptist Joint Committee (BJC) for Religious Liberty. The primary focus of the weekend will be the Baptist heritage of religious liberty and issues surrounding church-state separation. Further information regarding registration and fees will be provided at a later date.
TENTATIVE SCHEDULE:
Saturday (3/10), 11: 30 AM (correction from 12 PM)
-- Religious Liberty and the Practice of Law
Luncheon followed by an educational presentation by Brent Walker. The luncheon will focus on First Amendment legal issues and will be especially informative to attorneys or others who work closely with the law or politics. A light lunch will be provided for a small fee.
Saturday (3/10), 6 PM
Gathering at an NDBC member's home with hors d'oeuvres and a short presentation by Brent Walker.
Sunday (3/11) Church School at 9:30 AM, in the Fellowship Hall
-- Religious Liberty and the Separation of Church and State and Worship at 11 AM
-- Religious Liberty Emphasis Sunday
Brent Walker will be presenting to the combined Church School classes and will be the guest preacher in morning worship. |
26th Annual Women's Retreat
April 27 - 29, 2012
Blue Boar Inn
Robbinsville, North Carolina
SPACE & TIME ARE LIMITED
Reservation deadline is Wednesday, February 1.
For more information:
Joyce Wilson (770)773-3333
joyceowilson@starband.net |
 Submit YOUR pledge for the 2012 CHURCH BUDGET
through any of these ways:
> You can return your pledge card by "snail mail".
> You can pick up a pledge card at the door of the church office, fill it out on the spot, and leave it in the envelope on the Business Manager's (Rose Hidlay) door.
> You can pick up a pledge card in the Narthex, fill it out and drop it in the offering plate (or hand it to an usher).
> You can call the church office (404-237-8621), ask for Rose, and tell her your pledge (or even leave her a voice mail).
> You can e-mail your pledge to Rose at rose@northsidedrive.org.
> You can pledge via our website (www.northsidedrive.org) by clicking on the "Giving" link on our home page. |
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A Word About Bad Weather
and Church Services
As a rule of thumb, we will not cancel Church School or worship services on Sunday morning except under the most extreme weather conditions. Members are urged to use their own good judgment as to whether they should attempt to make the trip. Should inclement winter weather cause the cancellation of a service, here is the plan:
1) The ministers and the moderator will consult and then make the decision.
2) An email notice will be sent to all congregants for whom the church has email addresses.
3) The moderator will notify the deacon chair.
4) The deacons and other caregivers will attempt to phone congregants who do not have email or who might need special notification.
5) The minister will notify the local television stations. |
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Deacon Spotlight
Jada Getsay is married to Tim Getsay. Their daughter is Emily Getsay. Tim & Jada have been members of NDBC since 1990.
Jada's Deacon Families are:
Sally Angevine
Gene & Linda Bridges
Lisa Bridges
Don & Comella DaLee
Josh & Mallory Davis (Noah)
Ron & Stephanie Denham (Caty & Letty)
Valerie Hardy
Edie Hayes
Nelle Holbrook
Eric Kaplan & Brevard Fraser
Doris Martin
Jon & Sarah McCrea (Elise & Lindsey)
Hal & Jo Meeks
Lanier Meeks
Stuart Meeks
Rob & Mary Schwartz (Andrew)
Diana Strommen
Curtis Tucker & Theresa Goriczynski
Tom & Cyndi Vander Ven
Miriam Wright
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 Northside Drive Baptist Church Preschool is accepting applications for the 2012-2013 school year. Northside Drive Baptist Church members get priority registration and a discount. For an application, visit www.ndbcpreschool.org or contact the Preschool Office at 404-237-9060. |
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Church Week
SUNDAY, January 29, 2012
9:30 AM - Church School
10:25 AM - Children's Choir
11:00 AM - Morning Worship
12:15 PM - Souper Bowl Luncheon
5:00 PM - Northside Drive Ringers
6:00 PM - Unblocking Class
6:30 PM - Beginning Handbells
6:30 PM - Youth Agape Meal
TUESDAY, January 31, 2012
10:00 AM - Staff Meeting
WEDNESDAY, February 1, 2012
10:00 AM - Preschool Chapel
5:45 PM - Northside Yoga
6:00 PM - Music Together
6:45 PM - Bible Study: Ecclesiastes
7:30 PM - Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal
THURSDAY, February 2, 2012
7:00 PM - TNT |
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| CHURCH FAMILY CONCERNS
Mary Dutton
Don DaLee |
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PASTOR'S
CHURCH GROWTH
TIP OF THE WEEK
Bring a neighbor to the next "all church eatin', meetin' and fellowship time." |
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JANUARY BIRTHDAYS
Will Egan - 25
Stephanie Jones - 25
Jackson Singleton - 25
Michael Hermance - 26
Lanier Meeks - 28
Betty Almeida - 29
Karen Perry - 29
Riley Isakson - 31 |
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FEBRUARY BIRTHDAYS
Jane Joyner - 1
William Adams - 2
Martha Looney - 2
Rhonda Harris - 4
Lindsay Cadaret - 4
Dalia Abreu - 5
Sarah McCrea - 6
Helen McIntyre - 8
Thomas Clyatt - 9
Tanner Stines - 9
Mary Dean - 10
JoAnna Miller - 11
Cindy Bell - 11
Michael Almeida - 13
Mary Hickman - 14
Jeanne Hicks - 14
Catherine Denham - 14
Elizabeth Denham - 14
William Dewell - 20
James Morgan - 20
Susan Dew - 21
Taylor Janney - 21
Gloria Smathers - 22
Sidney Davis - 23
William Barksdale - 25
Lynton Younger - 26
Stacy Denton - 28 |
| ROMEOS
(Retired Older Men
Eating Out) Every 3rd Tuesday of the month from 11:30 AM-1 PM. A time to visit with friends, tell stories and eat good food (bring your lunch money)!
Piccadilly Cafeteria |
NORTHSIDE YOGA 
Wednesdays at 6 PM on the 2nd floor (Room #202) with registered Yoga Teacher, Amanda Gregg. Bring a mat, water, and the $10 fee. To make a reservation for a Wednesday's class, email Amanda at mandayoga@gmail.com or for more information, visit www.northsidedrive.org. |
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"TNT"
Thursday Nights Together
People of all ages from NDBC meet at 7 PM every Thursday night for dinner.
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YOUNG ADULT
UNPLUGGED EVENTS
Young adult Unplugged evenings. These are casual dinners at our homes where Mike will bring the main course and everyone else brings a side item. They are on Friday nights once a month at 7 PM.
If you are interested in attending an Unplugged event contact Zach Bay for more details.
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Wednesday Nights!
The cost: $40 PER CHILD for the whole 10 weeks. Usual cost is $157.
The place: Music Together is on the first floor down from the Preschool hallway near the handicap accessible door (Rm 109).
The days: Wednesday's, Jan 11-Mar 14, @ 6 PM.
Please register ONLINE to confirm your space as soon as possible. |
Come join us on the 3rd Wednesday of each month beginning October 19, at 7 PM, in the church Parlor to knit or crochet a prayer shawl. If you are not sure how, no problem, there will be plenty of people to help you get started. This group is open to anyone who would like to join! For more information call Susan Harlan at 770-377-3869. |
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YOUTH
Encore! is a once a month youth event on either Sunday afternoon or Sunday evening. We focus this time on fellowship, discussion, and/or mission service.
Contact Zach Bay with questions. |
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YOUNG ADULTS: SMALL GROUP SUNDAYS
NOOMA is our young adult small group that meets to discuss theology and faith through a multimedia curriculum. We meet once a month at 6 PM for dinner off campus, then in the Undercroft of the church after dinner on Sunday nights.
to sign up.
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The youth café, UNDERGROUNDS, will be open for a light breakfast at 9:30AM each Sunday. Youth Church School will meet in the newly renovated youth space and will begin at 9:45AM. |
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THE PAPERLESS PINNACLE
The Pinnacle is emailed as an attachment to the congregation and is available on the church website at www.northsidedrive.org.
If you would prefer not to receive the Pinnacle by U.S. mail, please call 404-237-8621 or email us at info@northsidedrive.org to let us know. |
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NORTHSIDE NOTES
ARCHIVES
Did you miss an issue of our Northside Notes?
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THE STAINED GLASS WINDOWS BOOK
A copy of the book is in the Narthex for previewing and the cost is only $30. To get your copy, call us at 404-237-8621 or email the church. |
Wi-Fi is now available in the educational building as well as the Fellowship Hall and youth area.
The network is: ndbcwireless The password is: northsidedrive. |
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