NORTHSIDE NOTES - April 30
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Pastoral Reflection  By James Lamkin "Gaudeamus Igitur" Graduation season is upon us like pine tree pollen on a black car. Soon, graduates in robed regalia will send their mortar boards flying; and another class will commence. Years ago, I wrote a Pinnacle article entitled Gaudeamus Igitur. I remember that Paul Maddox liked it! That was a compliment coming from a man who lived to be over a hundred and was married for over three-quarters of a century. Gaudeamus Igituris a song played at nearly every commencement; and as far as I can tell, it is played only at commencements! You would recognize the tune if I hummed it. Dum-de-dum, Dum-dum-de dum. Followed by, Dum-de-dum-dum-dum-de-dum. (Think of graduates in a long, drawn-out procession that feels like an eternity...and the tune immediately will come to you.) I've heard it all my life, and marched to it on several occasions. However, I did not know the words...not until the writer/commentator, James Fallows, wrote about them. His 1994 article on NPR's Morning Edition reported his discovery of the lyrics at a Harvard class reunion. Fallows had attended that year's commencement ceremony. Alumni seating was done by year and graduating class. The eldest alumnus was up front; the most recent was in the back. Fallows sat midway. In front of him were older alumni who needed the help of hearing aids and walkers. There was a wheelchair or two among the ranks. Behind him were younger graduates with little kids on their laps. "I know my chair wasn't actually moving," said Fallows, "but I felt as if I was on a vast conveyor belt, moving from youthful vitality all the way to the slow-motion of old age." While the processional march droned on, Fallows glanced at his program; and there were the English words to Gaudeamus Igitur. The lyrics gripped him: Let us rejoice while we are yet young. After delightful youth, After grievous old age, The Earth will hold us all. Fallows' concluded: "From now on, all graduation ceremonies should skip the long speeches. Skip the advice-giving; and skip those grandiose words about boundless horizons. Just sing this song and leave. 'The ride is short,' says the text, 'make the most of it.'" Not long after Paul Maddox told me he liked these words, Paul died. "And the Earth held him." After Velma Maddox died, The Maddox Foundation was formed. NDBC has been a beneficiary ever since! Our robust children's ministry has much to do with the gift of this childless couple. Until the day Paul died, he lived his life with gusto. Like the first line says, "Let us rejoice!" I say: Let us do the same. |
 28th Annual Gathering
of the Alliance of Baptists May 2-4, 2014 - Portland, ME @ Williston-Immanuel United Church "Let justice roll down like waters, and righteousness like an ever-flowing stream." ~ Amos 5:24 The theme, One New Humanity: Cultivating Racial & Economic Justice will inform the worship services, workshops, Bible Studies, breakout sessions and meals. Next year, one of the founding churches---Northside Drive Baptist Church---will host the 29th Annual Meeting, April 17-19, 2015. |
 UNPLUGGED
Young Adult Dinners at Home
Every First Saturday Night at 7 PM
Saturday, May 3, at 7 PM, @ the Gilbert's Home 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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NDBC Kids' Ministry  Join us on May 3, to see Charlotte's Web at the Center for Puppetry Arts. We'll meet for lunch at 10:45 AM at Atlantic Station. You're welcome to purchase or bring your own lunch! Then, we'll gather at the CPA for the Noon show.
The church will purchase tickets in advance. Tickets are $8.25/persons ages 2 and up. Children age 2 and under receive free admission. For more information, contact Rachel. |
 Youth Sunday
May 4, 2014
The youth will be leading our worship service on Sunday, May 4. We will also be celebrating our graduating senior, Will Egan. You won't want to miss this worship experience! A luncheon will be served after the service! On the menu: "Willy's" traditional Mexican food for $7.00 per person. To make a reservation for the luncheon you may use the Welcome cards in your order of service, 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 1.
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Gas Turned Off for the Summer  May 5-September 2, 2014 As a cost savings to the church of about $9,000, the gas is turned off in the Summer 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 in the kitchen during those months. |
 Triple E: Spring Picnic Tuesday, May 13 @12 Noon At the home of Hartwell & Susan Dew Triple E will celebrate the end of the year with a picnic fellowship at the home of Hartwell and Susan Dew. For more information or reservations, contact Barbara Atchley or the church office.
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Church Council*
The next Church Council meeting will be Monday, May 19, at 7 PM, in the Art & Soul Classroom, #202. *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. |
NDBC Book Club  May 21, from 1-2:30 PM In the Fellowship Hall A book review of The Aviator's Wife: A Novel by Melanie Benjamin will be Wednesday, May 21, at 1 PM in the Fellowship Hall. Marjorie Rives will be the facilitator and Jane Lamkin the hostess. Bring your lunch; dessert and beverages will be furnished. |
Coffee with the Clergy
& No Church School
We will not have Church School on May 25 (Memorial Day weekend), July 6 (Independence Day weekend), and August 31 (Labor Day weekend). However, the clergy will have coffee and conversation waiting for you in the Parlor (Room 207) at 9:30 AM. |
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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.
June 15 - Zoe's
July 20 - Moe's
August 17 - Shane's
September 21 - Uncle Maddio's
October 19 - Zoe's
November 16 - Moe's
December 21 - Shane's
For more information contact Amanda Gregg at amanda_agd@yahoo.com.
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2014 CBF General Assembly  "Woven Together" June 22-27, 2014, in Atlanta The Annual Meeting of the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship will meet June 22-27, 2014, at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Atlanta, GA. On Friday, June 27, from 2:45-3:45 PM, Northside Drive Baptist Church will lead a worship service at the Hyatt, with Rev. James Lamkin, preaching. |
Church Week
YOUTH SUNDAY, May 4 9:30 AM - Church School 9:30 AM - Children's MT Meeting 10:25 AM - Children's Choir 11:00 AM - Morning Worship 12:15 PM - Youth Sunday Luncheon 5:00 PM - Northside Drive Ringers TUESDAY, May 6 10:00 AM - Staff Meeting WEDNESDAY, May 7 5:30 PM - Northside Yoga 7:00 PM - Prayer Shawl Ministry 7:00 PM - Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal |
PASTOR'S WEDNESDAY
MORNING BIBLE STUDY
We meet weekly from 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 Sunday. Discussion is deep and wide and lively. All are invited.
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YOUNG ADULT 20.30
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. |
NORTHSIDE YOGA
YOGA meets on Wednesdays @ 5:30 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, 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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THIS SUNDAY'S
LECTIONARY TEXT
May 4, 2014
Acts 2:14a, 36-41
Psalm 116:1-4, 12-19
1 Peter 1:17-23
Luke 24:13-35
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MEMORIAL WEEKEND
The Church & Preschool offices will be closed Monday, May 26
in observance of
Memorial Day.
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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.
Wilton & Martha Looney
Dene Maltbie
John Powell
Virginia Schwatel
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In addition, this week we pray for...
Gordon & Billie Davis Jack & Joey Guynn
If you would like your name placed on our rotating TLP list, please give the church office a call.
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MAY
BIRTHDAYS
Kate Pearson - 1
Renee Gamache - 1
John Powell - 1
Laura Seay - 1
Caroline Singleton - 2
Angeline Wamberg - 3
Nicole Harbin - 4
Irwin Ray - 5
Aidan Collins - 5
Sienna Jerden - 5
Gene Ledbetter - 6
Francie Wamberg - 7
Melissa Lester - 7
Kendall Krebs - 8
Nathan Hermance - 9
Diana Strommen - 9
Gigi Collins - 10
Josh Maust - 10
Turner Warmack - 11
Garrett Ray - 11
Randy Korando - 14
Fulgencio Ferrer - 16
Susanna Schleicher - 17
Wilma Underwood - 18
Sam Egan - 18
Judy Schneider - 19
Avi Anantaraman - 21
James Maust - 21
Beth Singleton - 23
Amy Hurst - 23
Kenneth Dean - 25
Valerie Hardy - 26
Melissa Bryson - 26
Cameron Sardone - 27
Jay Mudd - 29
Eddie Jerden - 30
Jerry Poole - 30
Sandra Prince - 30
Amy Taylor - 30
Kristofer Schleicher - 30
Josh Davis - 31
Shannon Lee Moore - 31
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CHILDREN'S CHOIRS
The Cherub Choir
Children ages 2 through Kindergarten
Directed by Ms. Amanda
Sunday morning from
10:25-10:50 AM,
in the 2s & 3s Church School classroom (#102).
The Celestial Choir
Children in grades 1-5
Directed by Ms. Nicole
Sunday morning from
10:25-10:50 AM in the Chapel.
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YOUTH ENCORE!
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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| 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
1715 Howell Mill Rd
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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. |
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 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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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 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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