NORTHSIDE NOTES - November 20, 2013
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Pastoral Reflections  By James Lamkin
Thanksgiving, Delta Airlines,
and a Bushel of Sweet Potatoes
Waiting in the Baggage Claim area of an airport is a tedious art. You've heard it said that, "A watched pot never boils," but I say unto you, "A watched luggage conveyer belt never delivers."
So we wait.
Liz and I waited last week. We checked a few things at the Monroe, LA, airport hoping they would show-up at Hartsfield-Jackson.
Upon arriving in Atlanta, we stood around waiting and watching for the baggage warning light to flash and bell to ring; and they finally did.
Some backpacks popped-out, followed by golf clubs. A duct-taped ice chest was next.
A long pause ensued...which always amuses me. What is the luggage doing down there? Maybe they're just too polite: "You go first." "No, you go first." Our bags are in less of a hurry than we are.
Eventually, suitcases emerged, including ours.
But what we were waiting for was the bushel of sweet potatoes.
I had gone back to Wisner, LA, to preach in the worship service celebrating First Baptist Church's 90th anniversary. I was honored to be invited; and I was so glad I went. I needed it more than I knew. I brought with me a long awaited and necessary, "Thank You," that had steeped in me for 34 years.
FBC people are generous folk. I shared with them and they with me. Drenched in funny, joyful, painful, and tearful memories, we basked in the grace and power of hope.
They also shared their sweet potatoes.
The fertile and flat Mississippi delta is a natural farmland. Folk once grew cotton, then soybeans. Now, seems like, a lot of corn and sweet potatoes.
Ray and Dorothy Young are agra-business persons. They have loved me from one marriage to another and in-between. I officiated at all four of their kids' weddings.
When my mother died last year, Ray and Dorothy came to the funeral. Like Wise Men from the East, they came bringing gifts: sweet potatoes. And mercy, were they good!
The same was true last week. Dorothy and Ray didn't want us to leave without plenty of sweet potatoes to help us through a cruel Atlanta winter. So they sent a bushel with us.
Delta Airlines said it was OK. They were glad to help for an extra $25 (also provided by Dorothy and Ray). And right on schedule, the bushel arrived intact.
A bushel is eight gallons, four pecks (if you know what a peck is). But for the gratitude Liz and I carry around, a bushel container isn't large enough. It runneth over.
Grateful am I for those in Wisner who have loved me from the past; and thankful am I for you in Atlanta who are part of the loving community of NDBC in the present.
I've got a bushel basket to hold my gratitude this Thanksgiving Day; but (note to self) I'm going to need a bigger basket. |
Northside Kids: Night at Botanical Gardens  Friday, November 22, at 6 PM Hey families! Join us at the Atlanta Botanical Gardens for bright, colorful Christmas lights! Let's meet at the ticket gate at 6 PM. This will be a fantastic opportunity to spend fun time with your kids and other families. See you there! For more information, contact Rachel Sherron at rachel@northsidedrive.org. |
Interfaith Community Thanksgiving Service Sunday, November 24, 2013In the NDBC Sanctuary, at 6:30 PM The congregations of Ahavath Achim Synagogue, St. Anne's Episcopal, Northside Drive Baptist, New Hope A.M.E., Northside Drive United Methodist, Trinity Presbyterian churches and NDBC will join together to celebrate Thanksgiving. The annual interfaith Thanksgiving Eve service will be held in the NDBC Sanctuary at 6:30 PM on Sunday, November 24. Rev. Philip Chisholm, of New Hope AME Church, will be preaching.
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Submit Your Pledge
for the 2014 Church Budget
through any of these Ways...
> You can return your pledge card by "snail mail".
> You can pick up a pledge card at the door of the church office, fill it out on the spot, and leave it in the envelope on the Business Manager's (Rose Hidlay) door.
> You can pick up a pledge card in the Narthex, fill it out and drop it in the offering plate (or hand it to an Usher).
You can call the church office and ask for Rose (404-237-8621). Tell her your pledge (or even leave her a voice mail).
> You can e-mail your pledge to Rose at rose@northsidedrive.org .
> You can pledge via our website (www.northsidedrive.org) by clicking on the "Giving" link on our home page.
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Poinsettia Orders  November 24-December 8 Our Annual Poinsettia Altar will be in place beginning Sunday, December 16, and remain through Tuesday, Christmas Day. While altar flowers are always given to the Glory of God, it's our tradition at Northside Drive to give poinsettias each Christmas also in honor/memory/thankfulness for our friends and family. We will begin accepting Poinsettia orders on Sunday, November 24. Each poinsettia plant is only $20, and order envelopes are available in the Narthex for your use (simply fill it out & drop it in the offering plate). Or call Rose Hidlay at 404-237-8621 with the number of poinsettias you wish to give, the memorial details, and mail your check to the church office. The deadline for orders is Sunday, December 8. |
Missions Corner
Christmas Giving at NDBC
The remains of Halloween candy still linger on the coffee table. Mr. and Mrs. Pilgrim still sit in the cabinet waiting to make their appearance for Thanksgiving. However, it is time to prepare our Christmas mission projects. As in the past few years, we will have the opportunity to provide gifts to both children and adults through several organizations---Buckhead Christian Ministries (Joyous Toys); Morningstar Children and Family Services (Giving Tree-new toys and clothing for children in residential care), and The Extension (toiletries and new clothing for men and women in a transitional program). More details about the giving opportunities are available in the Narthex and in the mid-week notes.
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Chamber Music Concert
Chamber Music in Sacred Spaces
Sunday, November 24, 2013, at 3 PM
Ahavath Achim Synagogue, Ellman Chapel
(600 Peachtree Battle Ave, Atlanta, GA 30327)
+ Franz SCHUBERT -- Shepherd on the Rock, D. 965
(soprano, clarinet, piano)
+ Aaron COPLAND -- Quiet City
(English horn, trumpet, piano)
+ Antonin DVORAK -- Piano Quartet in Eb Major, Opus 87
Ann Marie McPhail, soprano * Laura Ardan, clarinet
Elizabeth Tiscione, English horn * Mike Tiscione, trumpet
Helen Hwaya Kim, violin
Catherine Lynn, viola * Brad Ritchie, cello
Elizabeth Pridgen, guest piano * Paula Peace, piano
E-Mail: info@atlantachamberplayers.com
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 Hanging of the Green
& the First Sunday of Advent
Sunday, December 1, 2013
In the NDBC Narthex & Sanctuary, at 9:30 AM
The Worship and Music Ministry Team invite you to our annual Hanging of the Green Service Sunday, December 1. This is always a special service marking the beginning of the Advent Season. The service will take place at 9:30 AM in lieu of Church School, and will be preceded by a time of fellowship and refreshments in the Narthex. During the service we will reflect on some of the Christian components of the season, and special music will be shared as we decorate the Sanctuary. Plan to bring greens from your garden (holly, magnolia, evergreens, etc.) to help adorn our sacred space.
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| Northside Artist and Craft Market
 December 7, from 9 AM-4 PM
In the NDBC Fellowship Hall
The Northside Artist and Craft Market celebrates the talent of local artists this holiday season. We will have dozens of vendors who produce their own artwork and crafts. The vendors are small businesses with products ranging from photography, paintings, handmade garments, high-end crafts, and woodworking items.
At this time, the Holiday Market limits exhibits to hand-crafted items only. Completed items must be hand-crafted by the vendor. Applications to sell goods at the Holiday Market must be received by November 1st. Information packets will be sent two weeks before the Market. For more information, go to www.northsidedrive.org or contact Shannon Moore at artists@northsidedrive.org. Market vendor application.
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Church Week
SUNDAY, November 24 -- Poinsettia sales begin! 9:30 AM - Church School 10:25 AM - Children's Choir Practice 11:00 AM - Morning Worship 12:00 PM - Technology Ministry Team Meeting 5:00 PM - Northside Drive Ringers 6:30 PM - Community Thanksgiving Service at NDBC TUESDAY, November 26 7:00 PM - Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal THURSDAY, November 28 Church/Preschool Closed for the Thanksgiving Holiday FRIDAY, November 29 Church/Preschool Closed for the Thanksgiving Holiday |
| "Listening to the Light"
2013 Seasons of Advent & Christmas
Northside Drive Baptist Church
1st WEEK of ADVENT - Sunday, December 1
9:30 AM - Hanging of the Green Pre-Service Fellowship
in the Narthex
9:45 AM - Hanging of the Green Service
11:00 AM - Worship: "Listening to the Light of Hope"
Friday, December 6
7:00 PM - Young Adults Christmas Party
Saturday, December 7
9:00 AM - Holiday Market: Northside Drive Artists
2nd WEEK of ADVENT - Sunday, December 8
9:30 AM - Combined Church School for Advent
11:00 AM - Worship: "Listening to the Light of Peace"
6:00 PM - Sanctuary Choir Christmas Party
Tuesday, December 10
11:00 AM - Triple E - Christmas Party
Friday, December 13
10:30 AM - Preschool Christmas Pageant
Saturday, December 14
9:00 AM - Children's Choir Rehearsal & Lunch
3rd WEEK of ADVENT - Sunday, December 15
Gaudete Sunday
9:30 AM - Combined Church School for Advent
11:00 AM - Worship: "Listening to the Light of Joy"
Sanctuary Choir, Children's Choirs
and the Northside Drive Ringers
6:00 PM - A Baptist Moravian Lovefeast
7:30 PM - Youth Christmas Dinner
Tuesday, December 17
7:30 PM - Choral Guild Concert
4th WEEK of ADVENT - Sunday, December 22
9:30 AM - Combined Church School for Advent
11:00 AM - Worship: "Listening to the Light of Love"
Christmas Eve - Saturday, December 24
4:00 PM - Family Vespers
10:30 PM - Lessons, Carols, and Communion
1st Sunday of Christmas - Sunday, December 29
9:30 AM - Combined Church School for Advent
11:00 AM - Worship
EPIPHANY SUNDAY - Sunday, January 5
9:30 AM - Regular Church School Classes
11:00 AM - Worship
*Chrismons Pamphlets and Buckner Daily Advent Guides are available in the Narthex and also at www.northsidedrive.org.
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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. December 15 La Parrilla |
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THANKSGIVING HOLIDAYS
The Church & Preschool offices will be closed for the Thanksgiving Holiday, Thursday & Friday, November 28 & 29, 2013.
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THIS SUNDAY'S
LECTIONARY TEXT
November 24, 2013
Deuteronomy 26:1-11
Philippians. 4:4-9
John 6:25-35
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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)
The TLP is a Diaconate ministry. Each week's list contains the rotating names of three or four NDBC senior adults.
Linda Clark
Aline Cofield
Bedford & Louise Davis
Gordon & Billie Davis
If you would like your name placed on our rotating TLP list, please give the church office a call.
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NOVEMBER
BIRTHDAYS
Claire Blackwell - 1
Grace Collins - 1
Laurie Nickless - 2
Doris Martin - 2
Rob Schwartz - 7
Elizabeth Cassata - 7
Sylvia Dick - 7
Nancy de Jonge Davis - 8
Gordon Davis - 9
Shane Dietrich - 9
Larry McSwain - 10
Sheila Nicol - 13
Herb Avery - 14
Kurt Thomas - 15
Paul Fletcher - 17
Tom Vander Ven - 18
Benjamin Schleicher - 19
Louisa Schleicher - 19
Beverly Allen - 20
Conda Abbott - 21
Edith Varner - 22
Ted Clyatt - 22
Greg Hawkins - 23
Mary Margaret High - 23
Kristin Youngquist - 24
Ian Fletcher - 25
George Smathers - 26
Reidar Bjornard - 29
Annaleigh Gregg - 30
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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. |
| 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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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 visitwww.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. |
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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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. |
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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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