NORTHSIDE NOTES - August 21, 2013
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Summer Worship in the Chapel
July 7-September 1, 2013
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Summer Adult Church School
The Future of Faith in a Changing World
In the Fellowship Hall
August 25 - Panel Discussion
Being a Fruitful Church in a Changing World
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"What Does the Bible Say About...?"
Summer Sermon Series
with Rev. James Lamkin
July 7-September 1
in the Chapel
August 25
What Does the Bible Say About People After We Die?
September 1
What Does the Bible Say About Angels
with Mike Gregg
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 Parent, Child, Church Dedication
Sunday, August 25, 2013, there will be a parent, child, church dedication for Benjamin George Cadaret and his family, Bil & Lindsay Cadaret---and big brother Joseph, during the 11AM worship service.
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Coffee with the Clergy & No Church School
We will not have Church School on September 1, 2013 (Labor Day Weekend). However, the clergy will have coffee and conversation waiting for you in the Conference Room (Room 211) at 9:30 AM. |
Prayer Shawl Ministry
Fall Kick-Off
September 4, 2013, at 7 PM
Room 207 (Church Parlor)
All Women Invited
Knit or Crochet
Beginners or Beyond
Light refreshments will be served.
For more information contact Susan Harlan 770-377-3869.
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The "Hymn of the Month" for August 2013
Our August Hymn-of-the-Month, Let Us, With a Gladsome Mind (#59 in The Worshiping Church), was written in 1623 when its author, John Milton, was only fifteen years old. This paraphrase of Psalm 136-with twenty-four stanzas!-was first published in Milton's Poems in English and Latin (1645). The five stanzas that we sing are based on verses 1, 2, 7, and 15 of the Psalm; which can be found in its entirety at #74 in The Worshiping Church. The tune is named after a small village in Herefordshire, England, where John B. Wilkes was employed as an organist. It first appeared in Hymns Ancient and Modern (1861), which was published by the vicar at Wilkes' church, Henry W. Baker.
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2013 Interfaith Partnership for
Habitat for Humanity Build
Northside Drive Baptist Church Work Days
Day 1 - August 24 (7 Volunteers)
Day 2 - September 7 (16 Volunteers) NDBC Lead Day
Day 3 - September 14 (4 Volunteers)
Days 4 & 5 - not workdays for NDBC
Day 6 - October 5 (4 Volunteers)
Day 7 - October 12 (6 Volunteers) Dedication Day
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Many thanks to everyone who has signed up to participate in this year's Habitat for Humanity mission project. Each construction worker and food volunteer will play an important role in making a family's dream of owning a home come true. This year's house will be located at 2498 Verbena Circle NW, Atlanta, 30314. The home owner will be Jesica Harkness. Living with Jesica will be her 9-year old son, Jaden. F or the last 8 years, Jesica has been employed by the City of Atlanta as a customer service representative. She is a graduate of Douglass High School, and she spends most of her time working and taking care of Jaden. Jaden is in the 4th grade at Atlanta Preparatory Academy.
Jaden is an usher at church, sings in the choir and plays football. He loves math and even skipped a grade. Jesica has the support of her mother and aunt, both of whom live near her new home in Verbena. She is thrilled to be a part of the Verbena subdivision, to have a place to call her own and views this home as her family's future.
Volunteers are still needed for several workdays. For more information, please contact Beth Laxton at 770-438-7963 or laxton2125@charter.net. |
| Church School Kick-Off Breakfast
Sunday, September 8, 2013
in the Fellowship Hall at 9:30 AM
Let's kick-off the new Church School year! You will learn about all the 2013-2014 Church School classes, explore provocative new curriculum, and congratulate all of the children on their promotions to their next grades. Come and reconnect with classmates, friends, and families. Bring your favorite breakfast food to share. Milk, juice and coffee will be provided.
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2013-2014 NDBC Children's Choirs
We are excited to see and hear each and every child at Northside Drive in choir this Fall! This year we will have 2 choirs; Cherub Choir and Celestial Choir. The Cherub Choir will be directed by Ms. Amanda every Sunday morning from 10:25-10:50 AM in the 2s and 3s Church School classroom (102). The Celestial Choir will be directed by Ms. Nicole every Sunday morning from 10:25-10:50 AM in the Chapel. The Cherub Choir is for all children ages 2 through Kindergarten. The Celestial Choir is for all children in grades 1-5. We have many fun things planned for this year. Join us after the Church School Kick-off on September 8, and invite your friends, cousins and grandchildren. For more information, contact Ms. Amanda at cherubchoir@northsidedrive.org or Ms. Nicole at celestialchoir@northsidedrive.org.
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| Pastor's Wednesday Morning Bible Study
We meet weekly from 10:30-11:30 AM, beginning September 11, in the church's Conference Room. Right now, the plan is to go through Advent. 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 Sunday. Discussion is deep and wide and lively. All are invited.
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Prayer Retreat
Sabbath Rest Silent Retreats Wednesday, September 11, 2013 at Ignatius House
Please join me for a wonderful afternoon of time alone with God, beginning at noon on Wednesday, September 11. We meet for lunch and then share time together to welcome a time of prayer and rest before God. Registration is easy by following this link http://bit.ly/RlbHQC . Scholarships are available for those that cannot afford the $22.00 registration fee. Simply email me by return mail. Lunch and a generous amount of resources are provided so you only need bring yourself. A message with additional instructions will be sent the week of the retreat after registration. The $22 fee is paid at the door with a check made payable to ACM. Directions to Ignatius House can be located at the link below.
Hope you can join us for this time of spending time with God alone. Becky Shoaf 404-358-7760 www.sabbath-rest.com http://bit.ly/OGsfN2 |
Northside Yoga 
Beginning September 11, YOGA will meet on Wednesdays at 5:15 PM in the Fellowship Hall with Amanda Gregg. The cost is $60 for a 6-week session or $13 per class for drop-in. Bring a mat, water, and small towel, and wear comfortable clothing. To make a reservation for a class session, email Amanda at mandayoga@gmail.com or visit www.northsidedrive.org. |
 A Book on the Boundary:
A Study of Deuteronomy Led by Rev. Mike Gregg
September 11-November 20
@ 6:15 PM in Room 202
The Israelites are on the verge of entering the Promised Land. Moses delivers a pep talk to guide the people as they look ahead to their new lives as followers of the One God. Deuteronomy is a book on the boundaries. The reader is taken to the boundary of the land, the edge of the future of the Hebrew people, and the threshold of a new understanding of God. This study will explore the limits of the text while increasing our knowledge of God's law.
Chapters 1-4: The Spies and Remembering the Wilderness Journey
Chapters 4-6: The Ten Commandments
Chapters 7-11: Taking the Land, the Golden Calf, and the New Tablets
Chapters 12-26: The Deuteronomic Code: Worship, Diet, Leadership, and Identity
Chapters 27-28: Blessings and Curses
Chapters 29-30: Renewal of the Covenant and Exhortation to Obedience
Chapters 31-34: Joshua Becomes Leader, The Song of Moses, and Moses Dies
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A Pastoral Prayer for Northside Drive
Vacationers & Travelers
O God of voyages and voyagers,
Thrill us with not yet discovered possibility.
Protect us with the 23rd Psalm's certainty.
Strengthen us when the destination still is distant.
Empty us of stress's poison.
Open us...vacate us...through Sabbath's vacation.
Rest us beside still waters and restore our souls.
Teach us through the strangely familiar.
Comfort us through the familiarly strange.
Befriend us through a stranger's kindness.
Connect us with the Holy Spirit's presence.
Keep us as we say daily The Lord's Prayer.
Heal us when tender feet weary.
Bless us when it is time to return...
For only by leaving, can we ever come home.
Amen
~ James E. Lamkin
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 LifeSpan: Lunch & Learn Lunch & Learn resumes September 19, and will run through November 2, at Second-Ponce de Leon Baptist Church. Come join us for fun and fellowship. For questions, call LifeSpan at 404-237-7307. Brochures are available in the Fellowship Hall. |
Church Week
SUNDAY, August 25 9:30 AM - Summer Church School 11:00 AM - Morning Worship in the Chapel TUESDAY, August 27 10:00 AM - Staff Meeting |
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LABOR DAY WEEKEND
The Church &
Preschool offices
will be closed
in observance
of Labor Day,
on Monday,
September 2, 2013
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THIS SUNDAY'S
LECTIONARY TEXTS
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August 25, 2013
Job 14: -14
2 Corinthians 4:16-18, 5:1-10
John 11:21-27, 14:1-3
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PASTOR'S
CHURCH GROWTH
TIP OF THE WEEK
Bring a friend to Church School next week.
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This Week's
TENDER LOVING
PRAYER
(TLP List)
Mary Dutton
Ray Griner
Gerry Humphries
Raymond &
Bernice Jones
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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AUGUST
BIRTHDAYS
Mark Bryson - 20
Isaiah Lewis - 23
Jo Hunter - 24
Susan Isakson - 24
Suzanne Barksdale - 25
Jack Fletcher - 26
Curt Tucker - 27
Michael McIntyre - 30
Elizabeth Sheeley - 31
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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. |
FAMILY LUNCHES
AFTER CHURCH
Join with other NDBC families for after-church lunches. Everyone is invited for a time of fun and fellowship together! Oct 20 - Moe's Nov 17 - Zoe's Kitchen Dec 15 - La Parrilla For more information contact Amanda Gregg at amanda_agd@yahoo.com. We hope to see you there. Northside Kids 2013-2014 Calendar |
| 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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NDBC 2030
 NDBC 20.30 is a group for singles and couples in their 20's and
30's to come together for special events, social gatherings, Bible
studies, and mission work. We are an informal and casual group.
Even if you are not a member of Northside Drive Baptist, you are
invited and accepted. We are a group that explores life together
in hopes of learning more about ourselves, our place in the world,
and our connection with God. NDBC 20.30 is place to be honest
and a place to belong.
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UNPLUGGED
Young Adult Dinners
at HomeEvery First Friday Night at 7 PM Sharing food and friendship that feed our souls. Join us as we unplug from our busy schedules and gather for casual dinners at the homes of members of Northside Drive Baptist Church. Bring a side item or dessert and the main course will be provided. For more information, contact Mike Gregg at mike@northsidedrive.org. Check the Young Adults event calendar on the website, Facebook page, or in print for a full list of dates. |
DINNER AND DISCUSSION
Young Adult Small Group Every Third Sunday at 7PM @ Central City Tavern The young adults of Northside Drive Baptist Church are invited to listen to the Homebrewed Christianity podcast at homebrewedchristianity.com and share their thoughts over dinner at Central City Tavern on Howell Mill. For more information, contact Mike Gregg at mike@northsidedrive.org. Check the Young Adults event calendar for a full list of dates. |
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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 the church office at info@northsidedrive.org.
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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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GAS TURNED OFF FOR THE SUMMER!
May 31-September 3
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.
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