NORTHSIDE NOTES - October 9, 2013
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Pastoral Reflections  By James Lamkin One Baptist's History and Heritage "The Past is never dead. It's not even past." In my own aging, this truth of Faulkner's is getting truer. I bear in my body and beliefs, its weight and its wonder.
On this Baptist History and Heritage weekend, we will spend time harvesting our past which "is never dead." And that's a good thing. Our history holds resources to call upon, and sins to repent of and not to repeat.
About a century after Martin Luther pounded his ninety-five talking points into the Wittenberg Church door, the left wing of the Protestant Reformation (aka: The Baptists) began surfing the tidal wave of change. God used our ilk of Christians to do something new.
This past weekend, my sister and I did something new. We attended the Lamkin family reunion at New Prospect Church in Ansley, La., and did so for the first time without either mother or father.
Not long after Lewis and Clark headed west across the newly acquired Louisiana Purchase in search of the Wooly Mammoth and the Northwest Passage, a few Lamkin's followed suite and got as far as Jackson Parish, hauling their faith in tow.
Historians believe that "Old" Prospect Church existed in Georgia before the exodus; thus, when they settled beyond the Mississippi, among the pines and pin oaks, they called the church building, "New." And so it was.
My sister and I sat on the same slat-back pews our ancestors did over 100 years ago. From its founding, it was a Union church, meaning that folk of different denominations met there. Baptists on the first and third Sundays, Methodists on the second and fourth, and on the fifth Sundays, there were "Singings."
This year, the descendants of Aunt Aura, one of the ten original tribes, hosted us. A picture board held a montage of who we were and how we got to be this way. The photo mosaic was a time machine from mule-hitched wagons to dusty cars on dirt roads.
There was Uncle Sherwood, lean and lanky in the yellowed snapshot wearing his sailor's suit. He was 20 years old and on his way to war with his arm around cousin Willard. Behind him stood Papaw and Aunt Connie and even little Lynda.
Sherwood and Willard were in another photograph...neither as lean, nor as tall, as before. The years had brought a stoop to their shoulders and grey to their hair. And within a year or two, by 1989, Uncle Sherwood would be gone.
Before me was my past, kinfolk with bright eyes and broad smiles and big hopes, now laid-to-rest in the church's burial ground. "...Home is the sailor, home from the sea, and the hunter home from the hill."
An annual walking tour and a remembered requiem, reminds that though the red clay dirt holds the dead, "The Past is never dead...."
Nor is it "even past." I believe that to be true, especially every I draw-up someone from the waters of baptism and proclaim, "Raised to walk in newness of life."
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Welcome New NDBC Staff Members!
Meet Our New Part-Time Director of Children's Ministries, Rachel Sherron & Director of Youth Ministries, Alyssa Aldape. RACHEL SHERRON Rachel Sherron is a third-year student at McAfee School of Theology. She is pursuing her Master of Divinity with an emphasis in congregational ministry.
In May 2011, Rachel graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts from Campbellsville University in Campbellsville, Kentucky. She double-majored in Biblical Studies and English. During her time at Campbellsville, Rachel participated in 'English Corner,' a student-led hospitality service for international students. She spent her summers working on staff at children's camps and completed a youth ministry internship. Rachel recently completed six months as the Children's Ministry Intern for Northside Drive.
Rachel's interests include needlepoint, baking, and spending time with friends. She enjoys reading books of all genres, ranging from popular children's literature to classic Southern novels. After she graduates, Rachel would like to serve in children's ministry.
Rachel's email address is rachel@northsidedrive.org. ALYSSA ALDAPE Alyssa Aldape is a Missionary's Kid who was born in Texas, but was raised by her CBF Missionary parents in India. She graduated in 2011, from Samford University in Birmingham, AL, with a bachelor's degree in History. She is a second-year student at McAfee School of Theology studying Global Christianity and is connected to Student. GO and the TCK Retreat of the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship. In her spare time she enjoys trying to find the perfect coffee shop in Atlanta. Alyssa's email address is alyssa@northsidedrive.org. |
| Baptist History Emphasis
with Bruce Gourley
Executive Directory of the *Baptist History & Heritage Society
October 12-13, 2013
Northside Drive Baptist Church invites you to a weekend with Bruce Gourley, Executive Director of the Baptist History and Heritage Society. We will celebrate our Baptist roots and learn more about Baptist life from historical and modern perspectives.
Saturday Evening Reception
Topic: Correcting the Modern Baptist Image
Date: October 12, 2013
Time: 5 PM
Location: Legacy at the River Line Clubhouse
6200 Carriage Gate Ln, Mableton, GA 30126
(Food and drinks will be served.)
Sunday Church School Presentation
Topic: Modern Role and Relevancy of Denominations and Baptists
Date: October 13, 2013
Time: 9:30 AM
Location: NDBC Fellowship Hall
(Refreshments and childcare will be provided.)
Sunday Fellowship Service
Topic: Our Baptist Heritage and Extraordinary Baptists
Date: October 13, 2013
Time: 11 AM
Location: NDBC Sanctuary
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Bruce T. Gourley is the Executive-Director of the Baptist History & Heritage Society (www.baptisthistory.org) and the author of six books. Originally from Douglas, Georgia, Bruce now lives near Bozeman, Montana with his wife, Debra, and daughter, Elizabeth.
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2013 Interfaith Partnership for
Habitat for Humanity Build
Northside Drive Baptist Church Work Days
Day 7 - October 12 (6 Volunteers) Dedication Day
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The 2013 Callaway Cup  Sunday, October 13 @ 1:30 PM
Wolf Creek Golf Club (west of airport)
The Callaway Cup golf tournament is scheduled for October 13, 2013! The after-church outing is for all members, regardless of age, gender or talent. The highly coveted Callaway Cup is held by 2012 winner, Hal Meeks, the tournament founder and organizer. Named in honor of Raymund Callaway, a long-time member of NDBC, this is the last major "toonamint" of the year. To sign up contact Hal Meeks at 404-293-4042 (c), 404-352-2438 (h), or hmeeks@jamesbatesllp.com. |
 NDBC Book Club Wednesday, October 16 @ 1 PM In the Fellowship Hall A book review of Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close by Safran Foer will be Wednesday, October 16, at 1 PM, in the Fellowship Hall. Cyndi Vander Ven will be the facilitator and Robbye Taylor the hostess. Bring your lunch; dessert and beverages will be furnished. |
 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.
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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.
October 20 - Moe's
November 17 - Zoe's Kitchen
December 15 - La Parrilla
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Meet the New Director of Youth Ministries  Sunday, October 20 After the Worship Service Alyssa Aldape, the new Director of Youth Ministries, would like to get to know all Youth and their families. Join Alyssa and the Youth leaders for lunch after worship on Sunday, October 20, at Steve and Letty Konenkamp's home (1390 Wesley Circle, Atlanta).
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Church Council*
The next Church Council meeting will be Monday, October 21, at 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, the Auxiliary Triple E, and the church staff.
________________________________ Church-in-conference Wednesday, October 30, 2013, at 6:45 PM This is your opportunity to be updated on the works of the Ministry Teams and Committees of the church. Come see and hear what's going on with NDBC church ministry programs!
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Trunk-or-Treat Sunday, October 27, 5-6:30 PM Get ready for costumes, candy, and carnival games at Trunk-or-Treat! This year we'll need your help with spooky bounce houses, bean bag toss, disk drop, and much more! We're collecting extra candy now until Sunday, October 20. Please be aware we have children with peanut allergies. Try to provide candy that is nut-free and is not processed in a plant with nut-based products. Invite your kids, your neighbor's kids, and of course all grandchildren. Set-up will start at 3:30 PM. We'll serve hotdogs and chips for $2. Childcare will be provided for children of volunteers. Bring your festive car trunks filled with candy and put on your smiling faces! Let's work together to make Trunk-or-Treat a fun, community-wide event for all ages! See Rachel for volunteer sign-ups and questions at rachel.northsidedrive.org. |
Celebrations
The NDBC staff celebrates the anniversary of our colleague, Richard Willingham. Richard has been the custodian at Northside Drive Baptist Church, since October 30, 1997. We are glad that Richard is a part of our team. Gratefully, James Lamkin, Mike Gregg, Rachel Sherron, Alyssa Aldape, Paul Fletcher, Jeff Harbin, Rose Hidlay, Renee Gamache, and Vanessa Johnson. |
| All Saints Day 2013
The following will be remembered during the worship service on Sunday, November 3.
 Northside Drive Church Members
Alice Ledbetter
Don Hall
Julian Turner, Jr.
Kenneth Davis
Ray Griner
If you know of a church member, or staff member, that has died since All Saints Day 2012, please notify the church office by calling 404-237-8621 or by emailing renee@northsidedrive.org no later than Wednesday, October 30.
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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. Benjamin Britten Concert November 3, 2013, at 4 PM in the Chapel A celebration of the 100th anniversary birth year of the renowned English composer featuring his festive cantata for chorus--- Rejoice In the Lamb. For tickets email tickets@cgatl.org or call 404-223-6362. |
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Cooperative Baptist Fellowship of Georgia
2013 Fall General Assembly
Sunday-Monday, November 3-4
First Baptist Church of Augusta
Keynote Speakers
George Mason, Senior Pastor
Wilshire Baptist Church in Dallas, Texas
Dan Bagby, Professor of Pastoral Care
Baptist Theological Seminary in Richmond, Virginia
Suzii Paynter, Coordinator
CBF National
For more information about sessions and registrations
go to http://cbfga.org.
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Guest Preacher: Hardy S. Clemons
Sunday, November 10, 2013
Morning Worship  Hardy S. Clemons is a native of Lubbock, Texas, and a 1955 graduate of Texas Tech University with a degree in education. He later earned bachelor of divinity and doctor of theology degrees from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. He did postdoctoral work at the C.G. Jung Institute in...Zurich. From 1961 to 1967 he was senior pastor at First Baptist Church of Georgetown, Texas, and for the next 21 years he served in the same capacity at Second Baptist Church of Lubbock, Texas. In 1988 he became senior pastor at First Baptist Church in Greenville, from which he retired in January 2000. Active in denominational and community affairs, he has been the moderator and a member of the executive committee of the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship and has taught at the International Baptist Theological Seminary in Rüschlikon, Switzerland. He co-chaired the Religious Liberty Council of the Baptist Joint Committee on Public Affairs and is the author of Saying Goodbye to Your Grief, published by Smyth and Helwys. He is a member of the Community Foundation of Greenville. He received an honorary Doctor of Divinity degree from Furman in 1994. |
Preschool Auction During the week of November 11, The Preschool at Northside Drive Baptist Church will hold its 5th annual silent auction. Last year this event raised over $12,000 and was attended by parents, family and friends, Church members and Church faculty. Not only is the annual auction our main source of non-tuition funding for extracurricular activities, supplies and improvements to the school, but this year we have the task of replacing $28,000 of toys, supplies and pageant costumes that were recently ruined by extensive water damage.
Please help us by collecting merchandise and services for our event. Feel free to contact our Auction Chair, Lauren Carroll, at lauren@bluedoorinteriors.com or 678-662-0002. We appreciate your support!
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Church Week
SUNDAY, October 13 9:30 AM - Church School: Baptist History & Heritage Society Presentation 10:25 AM - Children's Choir Practice 11:00 AM - Morning Worship with Bruce Gourley 12:15 PM - Diaconate Meeting 12:15 PM - Worship & Music Ministry Team 1:30 PM - Callaway Cup Golf Tournament 5:00 PM - Northside Drive Ringers 6:30 PM - Handbell Ensemble TUESDAY, October 15 10:00 AM - Staff Meeting 12:00 PM - ROMEOS WEDNESDAY, October 16 10:30 AM - Pastor's Bible Study 1:30 PM - NDBC Book Club 5:15 PM - Northside Yoga 6:15 PM - Deuteronomy Bible Study 7:00 PM - Prayer Shawl Ministry 7:30 PM - Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal SATURDAY, October 19 5:00 PM - Herberstein/High Wedding |
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Daylight Savings
November 3, 2013 |
THIS SUNDAY'S
LECTIONARY TEXT
October 13, 2013
Joshua 4:1-7 1 John 2:8-11 Matthew 5:3-11 |
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PASTOR'S
CHURCH GROWTH
TIP OF THE WEEK
This week, ask the chair of the Outreach Ministry Team, "How can I help?"
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This Week's
TENDER LOVING
PRAYER
(TLP List)
The TLP is a Diaconate ministry. Each week's list contains the rotating names of three or four NDBC senior adults.
Betty Almeida
Reidar Bjornard
Jeff & Faye Brewer
Mary Chance
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In addition, this week we pray for...
Gerry Humphries
Bernice Jones
If you would like your name placed on our rotating TLP list, please give the church office a call.
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OCTOBER
BIRTHDAYS
Jennifer Fletcher - 2
Eleanor Chandler - 2
Dick Underwood - 3
Jim Hermance - 3
LaDonna Foxworth - 3
Larry Prince - 4
Camden Janney - 4
Andrew Wamberg - 5
Mona Stines - 6
Addie Cook - 7
Geneva Hall-Shelton - 9
Lindsey Bryson - 10
Bedford Davis - 11
Rhonda Davis - 11
Louise Davis - 13
Flora Carswell - 13
Mike Fletcher - 14
Barbara Atchley - 14
Joe Schneider - 15
Billie Davis - 15
Helen White - 15
Stuart Meeks - 15
Susan Harlan - 16
Marie Nelson - 16
Dianne DaLee - 17
Bruce Dick - 19
Janna Chandler - 20
Nelle Holbrook - 21
Miriam Wright - 21
Elizabeth Granger - 23
Triston King - 24
Cassandra McAllister - 25
Jeremy Lewis - 26
Polly Dietrich - 26
Mike Egan - 28
Hartwell Dew - 28
Bernice Jones - 28
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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! 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 |
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. |
| ROMEOS
(Retired Older Men
Eating Out)
Every 3rd Tuesday of the month from 12 PM-1 PM.
A time to visit with friends,
tell stories and eat good food (bring your lunch money)!
Piccadilly Cafeteria
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Pastor's Wednesday Morning Bible Study
Wednesdays through Advent @ 10:30 AM, in the Conference Room We meet weekly from 10:30-11:30 AM, beginning 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. |
Northside Yoga
YOGA meets on Wednesdays @ 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.
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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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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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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. |
UNPLUGGED
Young Adult Dinners
at HomeEvery First Friday Night at 7 PM
Friday, October 11, 2013
@ the home of James & Liz Lamkin
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. |
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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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as a link to the
congregation and is
available on the
church website at
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If you would prefer not to
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U.S. mail, please call
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