NORTHSIDE NOTES - February 20, 2013 |
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Pastoral e-pistle
by Rev. James E. Lamkin
On Fat Tuesday, we feasted. On Ash Wednesday, we fasted. The rhythm of fast/feast is our spiritual pulse.
Northside Driver, Ken Brant, passed along a poem which was passed along to him by his sister. I love it; and on this second week of Lent, I wanted to pass it along to you.
Fast and Feast
Fast from discontent; feast on gratitude.
Fast from anger; feast on patience.
Fast from worry; feast on faith.
Fast from complaining; feast on appreciation.
Fast from bitterness; feast on forgiveness.
Fast from self-centeredness; feast on compassion for others.
Fast from lethargy; feast on enthusiasm.
Fast from emphasis on differences; feast on recognizing unity.
Fast from unsettling anxiety; feast on inner peace.
Fast from half-heartedness; feast on commitment.
~ Author and source unknown
Reprinted from Reformed Worship, December 2007 |
Lenten Wednesday Concert Series
"Every Voice In Concert Ring..."*
In the Chapel at 6:45 PM
(Childcare provided.)
February 20......Greg Colson
February 27......Kurt Thomas
March 6............Rev. Susannah Davis
(UCC Minister)
March 13..........Jeff Harbin in the Sanctuary
March 20..........NDBC Sanctuary Choir
and Friends
*From "Of the Father's Love Begotten,"
#145 in The Worshipping Church Hymnal. |
Lenten Devotional
Dr. Steve Sheeley will be writing devotionals through the Lenten season. If you would like to be on his email list and receive his musings, you may email him at ssheeley4@comcast.net. May the longings of this Lenten season lead us to the resurrected Christ.
Today's devotional...
Wednesday, February 20, 2013
Psalm 5; 147:1-11
Deuteronomy 9:13-21
Hebrews 3:12-19
John 2:23 - 3:15
We Baptists have historically put much of our trust in the doctrine of the perseverance of the saints. Only we have always assumed that we were saints, and we're actually much more comfortable with the phrase "once saved; always saved." That probably explains why we were always taught that our official "testimony" needed to note the date (hour and minute, if possible) of our salvation experience, the date and place where we walked the aisle, and the date and place of our baptism. Such details provide confirmation of our membership in the church, a membership equaling membership in the group known as "saints"...those who were, are, and always will be "saved."
No matter what we might do in between that salvation experience and our deathbed affirmation.
I hope you can "hear" my sarcasm, because I'm pretty sure at this point in my spiritual journey that I'm no longer willing to trust my eternal salvation to any doctrine, much less this one. And I'll have to argue that many of the New Testament books written in the latter half of the First Century tend to support my assertion that salvation is a process and a journey, rather than just an event. In fact, a close reading of today's passages from Hebrews and John suggests that the issue is not getting folks to join the faithful; the issue is getting folks to remain among the faithful....(click here to read more) |
Pastor's Wednesday Morning Bible Study
We meet weekly 10:30-11:30 AM in the church's Conference Room. We study the texts selected in the Revised Common Lectionary for the next Sunday. Large print editions are available each week and for the upcoming week. Discussion is deep and lively. All are invited. |
Easter Lilies 
Our personal and community histories have been enriched by our family and friends, both past and present. At Easter, the Flower Ministry Team provides you an opportunity to make a tangible expression for gratitude with Easter lilies on Easter Sunday. Your $20 donation in memory or celebration of loved ones makes this memorial possible. Please sign up on the Easter envelopes provided in the Narthex, or send your money to Rose in the church office with your dedication information included. Please respond by March 17. For more information see a Flower Ministry Team member.
Kathy Harris, Chair
*U.S. tax regulations do not allow us to offer contribution credit for Easter & Christmas plants because the plants are returned to the giver. |
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Fellowship of Families
Church School Class
Presents...
February 17-March 31, 2013
9:30 AM-10:30 AM Sunday Mornings in the Parlor
Examine the Cross
In Making Sense of the Cross, the author of this study, David Lose, invites participants to candidly examine the questions that many of us have about the Cross of Christ. Participants will explore how the Cross transforms how we read the Bible, what the Cross reveals about God, and how the Cross impacts our daily lives.
Topics include:
-- Why does the Cross Matter?
-- Portraits and Perspectives
-- Ransom and Victory
-- Substitution, Satisfaction, and Sacrifice
-- Example and Encouragement
-- Event and Experience |
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"A Song in the Night"
The Choral Guild of Atlanta presents a "A Song in the Night", songs about winter, stars, night, and evening on February 24, at 4 PM in the Chapel. Tickets are available at www.cgatl.orgor at the door: $15 for adults, $12 for seniors and $ 5 for students and children. |
Missions Corner  Touching Taliaferro with Love June 16-21, 2013 It's time to sign up for our summer mission trip! Since 2007, Northside Drive has led a week of Vacation Bible School/summer camp in Taliaferro County, one of the poorest and most neglected areas of Georgia. Supported through individual churches and the Georgia Cooperative Baptist Fellowship, TTWL provides summer camp activities for children in first through fifth grades. If you can tell a Bible story, direct a craft activity, lead in recreation, or guide a group of lively children from one activity room to another, then there is a place for you to share your talents and love with the children in Taliaferro County. While it's great to have volunteers for the entire week, you are welcome for any number of days that fit your work or family schedule. For more information contact Susan Harlan, Rhonda Harris, or Barbara Atchley. |
Volunteer Needed!
We are in need for a volunteer(s) to check the Pew racks once a month or so. Prayer requests cards, offering envelopes and other supplies need to be replenished. Perhaps you and a friend could meet for the task and have lunch afterwards. This is a much needed ministry and would be appreciated by all members. Please let Renee or I know if you are willing to help.
Sheila Nicol, Chair
Worship & Music Ministry Team |
Church Week
SUNDAY, February 24, 2013
9:30 AM - Church School
9:45 AM - Children's Choir Practice
11:00 AM - Morning Worship
12:15 PM - Children's Ministry Team
4:00 PM - Choral Guild Concert
5:00 PM - Northside Drive Ringers
6:30 PM - Handbell Ensemble
TUESDAY, February 26, 2013
10:00 AM - Staff Meeting
WEDNESDAY, February 27, 2013
10:30 AM - Pastor's Bible Study
6:45 PM - "Lent in Concert"
7:30 PM - Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal
THURSDAY, February 28, 2013
7:00 PM - TNT |
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Sympathy
The sympathy of the congregation is extended to
Don & Comella DaLee, and Donny & Dianne DaLee,
on the death of Comella's sister, Sally Ruth Hinton Coleman,
who died in Birmingham, AL, on February 18, 2013. |
Sanctuary Flowers
Would you like to participate in beautifying our Sanctuary for 2013? Now is the time to sign up. The price is $100 or you can share the cost with someone. If you are interested please call Nancy F. Davis at 404-252-9154. |
A Word About Bad Weather and the Church
As a rule of thumb, we will not cancel 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 make the decision.
2) The ministers and the moderator will notify the deacons.
3) The ministers will email all those on the church's email list, and place a notification on the church's voice mail (if electricity and phone service are available).
4) The deacons will call members who need to be notified, but do not have email. |
UPDATE: Come join us on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month at 7 PM, in Room #207, the 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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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
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Spring forward one hour.
March 10, 2013 |
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This Week's
TENDER LOVING
PRAYER (TLP)
List*
Ray Griner
Nelle Holbroke
Gerry Humphries
Wade Davis
Don DaLee
*The TLP is a Diaconate ministry. Each week's list contains the names of three NDBC senior adults, plus two or three others who are facing a difficult time. If you would like your name placed on our rotating TLP list, please give the church office a call. |
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FEBRUARY
BIRTHDAYS
Janie Joyner - 1
William Adams - 2
Martha Looney - 2
Rhonda Harris - 4
Lindsay Cadaret - 4
Dalia Abreu - 5
Helen McIntyre - 8
Tommy Clyatt - 9
Tanner Stines - 9
Mary Dean - 10
JoAnna Miller - 11
Cindy Bell - 11
Mike Almeida - 13
Caty Denham - 14
Letty Denham - 14
Mary Ann Hickman - 14
Jeanne Hicks - 14
Harry Morgan - 20
Marshall Dewell - 20
Susan Dew - 21
Taylor Janney - 21
Gloria Smathers - 22
Dee Davis - 23
Brett Younger - 26 |
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(Retired Older Men
Eating Out)
Every third 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
Every 3rd Tuesday |
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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: SMALL GROUP SUNDAYS
The young adult small group reads a book each month on various faith-related issues. We meet on the third Sunday of the month at 6:30 PM for discussion and then go off campus for dinner together. The small group meets in the Undercroft.
to sign up.
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YOUTH LUNCH AFTER CHURCH
The NDBC Youth meet every 2nd Sunday after church to have lunch together. For more information contact Zach Bay at zach@northsidedrive.org.
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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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The youth café, UNDERGROUNDS, will be open for a light breakfast at 9:30 AM each Sunday. Youth Church School will meet in the newly renovated youth space and will begin at 9:45 AM. |
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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. |
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NORTHSIDE NOTES
ARCHIVES
Did you miss an issue of our Northside Notes?
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THE PAPERLESS PINNACLE
The Pinnacle is emailed as a link 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. |
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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