NORTHSIDE NOTES - April 3, 2013 |
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 A Pastoral e-pistle
By James Lamkin
Easter for the Discombobulated
I look forward to the day when my thinking clears-up. When the fog lifts. When life gets back to normal. When I can finally get my, uh, stuff together. But that may take awhile.
Admittedly, I never have been a straight A student when it comes to a disciplined, organized life. However, it has been a year since anything has felt routine...a year of feeling discombobulated.
Discombobulated is a word with about as murky an etymology as the emotional state it describes. It was invented in the 1830's and means, "no longer having one's composure." Also, the bob in discombobulated may reference a bobbin, a reel of thread or ribbon on a sewing machine. Things go smoothly (combobulated) until the thing jumps the track. Then you have a mess. Ask any fisherman about a backlash on a casting reel just when the fish start biting!
I've imagined that the Season of Easter (50 Great Days) will be the time when I finally get recombobulated (and yes, that is a real word). When life will settle down. When family members will stop dying, at least for a while. And when routine will return with graceful familiarity.
I'm not holding my breath; nor am I wishing that the past year be anything other than it was. It was 100% human; 100% holy. I took a long walk. I watched the sky turn so blue it hurt my eyes. I felt the rain in Spain fall mainly on the plain (and in my backpack!). I prayed that my heart would open wide. I gave thanks for my mother's life and Aunt Dorcas's life and Chris Graham's life; and I began the bumpy ride of good grief.
I have a theory about the respiratory affliction that haunted me for three months, plus the lingering cloud that has turned my brain into a bucket of molasses. Left to my own anxiety, I could rush right past the healing/holy power of burial rituals. In wanting to "get on with life," I might not get what I need from death.
Thank God that Easter meets us on the other side of the grave, after-the-fact, beyond the night. Perhaps if I make the journey with Jesus, Peachtree Road will turn into Emmaus Road and against all odds, things may begin to make sense again.
Discombobulated or not, I'm living into Easter's joy. Join me? |
Youth Sunday
Sunday, May 5, 2013
The youth will be leading our worship service on Sunday, May 5. We will also be celebrating our graduating seniors. You won't want to miss this worship experience! A luncheon will be served after the service! On the menu: beans, rice, chicken, beef, and tofu to make soft tacos, burritos and/or salad with dessert for $7.00 per person. To make a reservation for the luncheon you may use the Welcome cards in the pew rack, call the church office at 404-237-8621, visit our website, or email your reservation to info@northsidedrive.org no later than Thursday noon, May 2.
Do you know a church or family member who will be graduating from High School or College this year? If so, we would like to announce his or her accomplishments in the next issue of the Pinnacle and as an insert in the Order of Worship for Youth Sunday. Please submit a head shot along with the graduation date, school name, type of diploma, and their next step (education or work) by Monday, April 22. You may submit electronically to info@northsidedrive.org; mail to the church at the attention of Renee Gamache; or stop by the church during business hours. (Submissions after April 22, will only appear in post-Youth Sunday issues of the Pinnacle.) |
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Fellowship of Families
Church School Class
Presents...
Sunday Mornings in the Parlor
9:30 AM-10:30 AM
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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LifeSpan
 Spring quarter begins this Thursday, April 7, at Peachtree Presbyterian Church. Come join us for educational classes and lunch. A great opportunity for fun and meeting new friends. Brochures are in the Narthex and Fellowship Hall. |
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 Special Opportunity through
Triple E!
April 9, 2013, at 11 AM in the Fellowship Hall
SPECIAL OPPORTUNITY--DON'T MISS IT!
Please join us for Triple E on Tuesday, April 9, at 11 AM, to hear Julia Forbes, who is the Shannon Landing Amos Head of Museum Interpretation and Digital Engagement for the High Museum, as she brings us a presentation on "Frida & Diego: Passion, Politics, and Painting," a major exhibition of work by Mexican artists Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera on view February 14-May 12, 2013. Atlanta's High Museum is the sole U.S. venue for this widely acclaimed show. Come and bring your book clubs, friends, and neighbors. If you would like to stay for lunch at noon, call the church office for a reservation. See you there!
THE EXHIBITION:
Few artists have captured the public's imagination with the force of Mexican painter Frida Kahlo (1907-1954) and her husband, the Mexican painter and muralist Diego Rivera (1886-1957). The myths that surrounded them in their lifetimes arose not only from their significant bodies of work, but also from their active participation in the historical happenings of their time. Their work speaks of a fierce loyalty to and pride in Mexico, the ideals of the 1910 Mexican Revolution, and their commitment to the conditions of the common man. The exhibition pairs together works by Kahlo and Rivera chronologically and according to themes, including maternity, Mexican identity and portraiture. While the exhibition positions the artists' work in the political and artistic contexts of their time, "Frida & Diego" also examines the ways their work continues to influence Mexican artists.
THE SPEAKER:
We are delighted to welcome Julia Forbes as our speaker. She has held education positions at the Smithsonian's National Portrait Gallery, Washington National Cathedral, the Walters Art Museum, and the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History. She served as the Eastern Region Director in the Education Division of the National Art Education Association, and was honored as the Eastern Museum Educator of the Year for 1998. She has degrees in Art History and Cultural Anthropology from the University of California at Santa Barbara and a Master's Degree from the George Washington University in Art History/Museum Training. |
Church Council
Monday, April 15
7 PM in the Fellowship Hall
The Church Council consists of the Moderator, Senior Pastor, Treasurer, and Church Clerk, the chairs of the Diaconate, the Finance, Personnel, and Nominating Committees, the Adult Education, Children's, Communications/Technology, Facilities Management, Grounds, Landscaping, Hospitality, Marketing, Membership Development, Memorial Gifts, Missions, Preschool Liaison, Worship/Music, and Youth Ministry Teams, and the Auxiliary Triple E. |
"The Night Train"
NDBC BOOK CLUB
Tuesday, April 16
1 PM in the Fellowship Hall
A book review of The Night Train: A Novel by Clyde Edgerton will be Tuesday, April 16, at 1 PM in the Fellowship Hall. The facilitator will be Billie Davis and the hostess will be Nancy F. Davis. Bring your lunch; dessert and beverages will be furnished. |
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"Madrigals in Bloom"
The Choral Guild of Atlanta
The mission of the Choral Guild of Atlanta is to program the outstanding choral works from all musical periods, including works that are not often performed.
Sunday, April 28, 2013
4 PM in the Chapel
Madrigals, Partsongs and Chansons
in celebration of Spring
Monteverdi, Weelkes, Gilbert & Sullivan,
Gabrielli, and Arcadelt
Tickets are available at http://www.cgatl.org/ or at the door $15 for adults, $12 for seniors and $5 for students and children. |
Gas Turned Off for the Summer!
May 31-September 3, 2013
As a cost savings to the church the gas is turned off in the Spring and turned back on in the Fall. This is part of the summer of savings program with Infinite Energy. We will have an electric water heater for use during those months. |
Pastor's Wednesday Morning Bible Study
We meet weekly at 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. |
Prayer Shawl Ministry
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. |
Church Week
SUNDAY, April 7
9:30 AM - Church School
10:25 AM - Children's Choir
11:00 AM - Morning Worship
5:00 PM - Northside Drive Ringers
6:30 PM - Handbell Ensemble
TUESDAY, April 9
11:00 AM - Triple E
WEDNESDAY, April 10
10:30 AM - Pastor's Bible Study
7:30 PM - Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal
THURSDAY, April 11
7:00 PM - TNT
FRIDAY, April 12
9:30 AM - BCM Staff Breakfast
FRI-SAT, April 12-13
Youth Lock-in |
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Northside Drive Baptist Church is affiliated with
the Alliance of Baptists and the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship.
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ALLIANCE OF BAPTIST
GATHERING
(CONVOCATION)
To Register Click Here |
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This Week's
TENDER LOVING
PRAYER (TLP)
List*
Mary Dutton
Ray Griner
Gerry Humphries
Raymond & Bernice Jones
Nancy F. Davis
*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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APRIL
BIRTHDAYS
Chance Cooper - 1
LeAnna Anantaraman - 3
Anne Hunt - 4
Linda Long - 4
Allen Abbott - 5
Dot Clark - 5
Greg Colson - 6
Kay Braswell - 6
Allison Dick - 6
Letty Konenkamp - 8
Jennifer Sardone - 10
Mary Schwartz - 12
Brian Knight - 12
Zach Stines - 13
Suzanne Clark - 13
Robbye Taylor - 13
Tim Whiffen - 14
Marjorie Rives - 14
Ken Brant - 16
Liam Collins - 16
Glenn Allen - 16
Daniel Moore - 16
Dick Houston - 17
Hardy Pickering - 17
Ryan McClure - 17
Wilton Looney - 18
Claire Maust - 19
Jada Getsay - 20
Heather Bongers - 20
Theresa Goriczynski - 20
Dave Wooten - 21
Patti Clark - 21
Floyd Carroll - 23
Noah Davis - 23
Gerry Humphries - 30
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| 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
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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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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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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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YOUTH UNDERGROUNDS
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. |
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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NORTHSIDE NOTES
ARCHIVES
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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. |
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