NORTHSIDE NOTES - June 26, 2013 |
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Pastoral Reflections
By James Lamkin
Touched by Taliaferro's Love
"The church exists by mission like a fire exists by burning." German theologian, Emil Brunner, said that.
I remember quoting him at a mission committee table one day; and I remember Linda Clark at that table, especially liking those words.
Brunner is right about the church. This is one reason why NDBC's efforts in Taliaferro County, GA, are important. Our existence as a church depends on it.
Oh sure, we do some good in Jesus' name. Oh sure, the children and families to whom we minister seem appreciative. Oh sure, we come bearing resources and they come bringing needs.
But, it also is the other way around. The kids and families of Taliaferro have resources and we have needs. Frankly, being with them does me a lot of good.
Birthed by Jimmy Lewis (Jeremy's dad) and the CBF of GA years ago, Touching Taliaferro with Love (TTWL) began as a partnership with the poorest, smallest, and least resourced county in Georgia. For the past eight years, NDBC has joined in; and Taliaferro has joined our hearts.
The way I see it, we are not so much Touching Taliaferro with Love, as we are Touched by Taliaferro's Love! They gift us. They let us be our playful, anxious, caring, and faithful selves. By doing so, I think every Northside Driver who goes, grows. We come back more loving, more playful, more caring, and maybe a little less anxious.
I grow not tired of bragging. The NDBC missions bunch is a Seal Team for Jesus. You could drop them out of a low-flying aircraft and before the chute fully opened, they'd have a mission Bible school up and running by the time they hit the ground. Plus, they bring enough stuff (crayons, backpacks, books, tablets, costumes, balloons, Bibles, and memory verses) to fill a C-130.
The NDBCers who went this year were: Barbara, James, Zach, Syd, Letty, Kendall, Avery, Lora, Susan R., Susan D., Susan H., Cathy W., Kathy H., Patti, J.B., Bernice, Beth, Chuck, Mona, Kay, Rhonda, and Virginia. Plus, the Meeks, Konenkamps, and Stewarts made their lake houses available for our lodging, lounging, and war room strategies. Perfect.
This team joyfully surfs on ocean waves of energy in a room with 60 kids. Yet, they know every drop of water by name. And these are not easy names! There is an occasional James and Joseph, Michelle and Alexandria; but there also is Ze'Keiyah, NyAndria, Datejah, Jakzious and Endeyah...to name a few. Then again, I had an Uncle Minnis and an Aunt Apsilla; and my grandmother's maiden name was Smelley.
NDBC's vision statement says, "We believe that hands-on missions is crucial to our own discipleship, as well as the mission of Christ in the world."
Indeed, if the church exists by mission as a fire exists by burning, then no wonder we don't just survive, we even at times thrive.
Thanks be to God for the missions community within NDBC. They are keepers of the flame.
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Summer Adult Church School
The Future of Faith in a Changing World
Sundays at 9:30 AM, June 2-August 25
In the Fellowship Hall
The world is changing and many faith communities are struggling to understand and adapt to a shifting culture. What are these shifts and how are they impacting churches? What does the Bible have to say? How do we navigate this unprecedented change?
Experts from congregational and academic backgrounds will explore these questions with captivating presentations, powerful demographics, and dynamic dialogue. Join us every Sunday in the summer for an exploration of the future of faith in a changing world.
Sessions Include:
June 30 - Dr. Larry McSwain
The Crisis in the American Church
July 7 - Holiday: No Session
July 14 - Dr. David Bell
Youth and Religion:
Adolescent Religious Experiences in the 21st Century
July 21 - Dr. Larry McSwain
The Changing Face of America:
Demography
July 28 - Dr. David Garber
It's the End of the World as We Know It:
Culture's Obsession with Apocalypse
August 4 - Dr. Larry McSwain
Amazing Grace:
How Can We Be So Different and Not Kill One Another?
August 11 - Dr. Steven Sheeley
Worshipping in "Spirit and Truth"
August 18 - Dr. Rob Nash
Who Moved the Equator? Finding Church in the 21st Century
August 25 - Panel Discussion
Being a Fruitful Church in a Changing World
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Family Lunches after Church
Join with other NDBC families for after-church lunches. Everyone is invited for a time of fun and fellowship together! We hope to see you there.
July 21 - Zoe's Kitchen
August 18 - Fellowship Hall Potluck
October 20 - Moe's
November 17 - Zoe's Kitchen
December 15 - La Parrilla
For more information contact Amanda Gregg at amanda_agd@yahoo.com. |
Pastor's Wednesday Morning Bible Study
We meet weekly from 10:30-11:30 AM, thru June 26 (with the exception of June 18), 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. |
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Energy, Intimacy, and Hymnody
Summer Worship in the Chapel
July 7-September 1, 2013
Energy: We are lowering our utility expenses by moving into the Chapel this summer. This expression of stewardship is environmentally responsible.
Intimacy: The Chapel is the church's original Sanctuary built in 1954; for many members, it is coming home. Also, the space encourages a close, friendly atmosphere.
Hymnody: The choir is taking a summer sabbatical (so as to return rested in the fall) so we will be singing more familiar hymnody from our new hymnal, The Worshiping Church. |
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"What Does the Bible Say About...?"
Summer Sermon Series
with Rev. James Lamkin
July 7-September 1
in the Chapel
July 7 - What the Bible Sez...! (An introduction)
July 14 - What Does the Bible Say About Disciplining Children? (The Fellowship of Families Class)
July 21 - What Does the Bible Say About 'The Pursuit of Happiness?' (Jordan Clark)
July 28 -What Does the Bible Say About the End Times? (The Friendship Class)
August 4 - What Does the Bible Say About Impatience and Tolerance? (Youth)
August 11 - What Does the Bible Say About Miracles? (The Allen/Davis Class) with Steve Sheeley
August 18 - What Does the Bible Say About the Relationship Between Technology/Medicine/Ethics/Theology? (Tom Vander Ven)
August 25 - What Does the Bible Say About People After We Die? (Children's Class, Art and Soul, Friendship Class)
September 1 - What Does the Bible Say About Angels (The Fellowship of Families Class) with Mike Gregg |
The "Hymn of the Month"
July 2013
We will learn #49, Praise the Lord Who Reigns Above, in The Worshiping Church Hymnal.
The lyrics were written by Charles Wesley in 1743. It is a metrical paraphrase of Psalm 150 and follows the psalmist's structure (Praise God...Praise God for...Praise God with...) in its first two stanzas, calling all creation to praise God. In addition to the music instruments named by the psalmist, Wesley adds "the music of the heart," perhaps reflecting words of George Herbert in Let All the World in Every Corner Sing (#24)
The church with psalms must shout,
no door can keep them out;
But more than all, the heart
Must bear the longest part.
In the final stanza the call to praise is restated with echoes of the language of the Christian community; finally there is a return to the Hebrew psalmist's theme, "Let everything that has breath praise the Lord." Thus the God to whom believers sing praise is the one Paul proclaimed in Athens, quoting the Greek poet Epimenides, the One "in whom we live and move and have or being" (Acts 17:28). The third line of the final stanza both echoes the first line of the hymn and ties it to the prayer Jesus taught his disciples.
[Selected from an article by Jeannette F. Scholer, music associate, First Baptist Church, Oak Park, IL, and adjunct instructor in communications, North Park Theological Seminary, Chicago; president, Chicago Baptist Association (ABC/USA).] |
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 savings program with Infinite Energy. We will have an electric water heater for use during those months. |
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, June 30
9:30 AM - Summer Church School
11:00 AM - Morning Worship
12:15 PM - Adult Ed MT
THURSDAY, July 4
Church/Preschool Offices Closed
7:00 PM - TNT
FRIDAY, July 5
Church/Preschool Offices Closed
8:00 PM - Young Adult Event |
 NDBC Preschool
Camp HopScotch
Let's explore together with Northside Drive Baptist Church Preschool's Camp HopScotch! Five (5) fun-filled FULL week sessions, each with its own theme. All sessions include worship, music and movement and art. Camp HopScotch is staffed by NDBC Preschool teachers whose goal is to provide your child with a safe, exciting camp experience. The camp is open to children 12 months through 12 years of age. Visit our website at ndbcpreschool.org/summerprogram for more information. |
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INDEPENDENCE
HOLIDAY
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4th of JULY
WEEKEND
The Church & Preschool
offices will be closed
in observance of the
Fourth of July weekend, Thursday & Friday, July 4 & 5, 2013. |
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THIS SUNDAY'S
LECTIONARY TEXTS
June 30, 2013
2 Kings 2:1-2, 6-14
Psalm 16
Galatians 1:13-25
Luke 9:51-62 |
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PASTOR'S
CHURCH GROWTH
TIP OF THE WEEK
Volunteer next month to serve as an "After Worship" Greeter of Guests. |
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This Week's
TENDER LOVING
PRAYER (TLP)
List)
Wilma Underwood
Helen White
Miriam Wright
Nelle Holbrook
Linda Clark
*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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JUNE
BIRTHDAYS
Joann Warmack - 26
Steven McAllister - 26
Lisa Bridges - 26
Jim Nicol - 27
Michael Harbin - 28
Anne Maust - 29
Lois Pickering - 30
JULY BIRTHDAYS
Cathy Wooten - 2
Mary Hodges Wamberg - 2
Comella DaLee - 4
Don Singleton - 4
Blanche Roberts - 5
Rowena Clyatt - 7
Mike Gregg - 10
Talia McAllister - 10
Jon Paul Bell - 11
Marsha King - 11
Elaine Smith - 12
Richard Willingham - 12
Dixie McClure - 12
Cheryl Dewell - 13
Angie Moore - 13
Chuck Stines - 14
Wade Davis - 14
Ray Griner - 15
James Lamkin - 15
Howard Green - 18
Lewis Baumstark - 18
Atticus Hendrix - 18
David Moore - 19
Theron McLarty - 20
Kathy Harris - 21
Ramsey Davis - 22
Dean Konenkamp - 23
Jonathan Schroeder - 23
David Cook - 23
Richard Wilson - 24
Mallory Davis - 27
Betty Pierce - 28
Avery Kemp - 28
Elliotte Bell - 29
George Taylor - 31
John Isakson - 31 |
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(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. Email Zach Bay 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 for more details. |
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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 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
Did you miss an issue
of our Northside Notes?
to read more. |
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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
to let us know. |
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