NORTHSIDE NOTES: August 6, 2014
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Pastoral Reflections  By Rev. James Lamkin"Remembering Deacons" My father was a deacon. Evidently, he loved it. He loved serving. He loved the comradery. He loved staying connected with people. He was a deacon when all of the deacons were men; and they marched into worship, single file, all wearing black suits, then sat on the front row until the offering. They looked a little like the Mafia. One would say the offertory prayer while jingling a pocketful of change, and then pass the plate. My father also enjoyed sitting up with the dead. He always volunteered to take the 2-4 AM shift at Congers Funeral Home. (If you do not know about this tradition, ask Barbara Atchley. She grew-up in the family business.) One of our new deacons, Dr. Becky Shoaf, also had a father who was a deacon. She has his deacon ordination certificate hanging on her wall. It is a two-sided frame so that she can see the signatures on the back. Becky reflected on his service...and then anticipated her own. I have Becky's permission to share her memories and hopes with you. He was a big go-get-'em kind of guy. He came to serve as a deacon later in life; but he embraced this service in such a humble manner. He was the first to arrive at the church house, and usually the last to leave. He went over early on Sunday morning to turn on the air conditioner or the heater. He was the last to be served at the family night supper so that everyone else could have whatever they wanted. He was the first one to go if there was sickness in the family or somebody needed help. He always opened his wallet when some stranger showed-up on our doorstep. Despite the urging of his social service minded daughter, he gave them a little cash and always said it's "in Jesus' name." If there was some mechanical need, my daddy would get his son-in-law and say, "Come on Billy, we're going to work on the furnace." I keep Daddy's deacon certificate on the wall so that I'm reminded to be humble in whatever way God may allow me to serve, remembering that if a big, tough guy that I loved so much, could extend his hands and heart in such a tender way...it is important for me to do the same. I pray that I honor God in my work as a deacon. Thank you Becky; and thanks to all of the deacons who serve with your hearts and hands. |
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Prayer Shawl Ministry
Led by Susan Harlan
Every 1st & 3rd Wednesday @ 7 PM
Come join us to knit or crochet a prayer shawl or cap. For the summer we will meet in members' homes. For more information contact Susan Harlan at 770-377-3869.
August 6: Ruth Kramedjian's home
August 20: Barbara Atchley's home
September 3: Susan Harlan's home
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Thank You Alan Johns and
Welcome Mike Bryant...
NDBC Organists
We are grateful to Northside Drive member Alan Johns, who donated our new organ in the Chapel and who has served as our organist on a volunteer basis this summer. We will recognize Alan for his donation and service during our Sunday morning worship service on August 24, 2014. On September 1, 2014, we will be welcoming an old friend who will be returning to Northside Drive Baptist Church. Mike Bryant served as our Interim Organist for six months in 2008. Mike has agreed to return as organist to Northside Drive; and his first Sunday will be September 7---the day we return to our Sanctuary for our Sunday morning worship services. Mike and Northside Drive have made a six-month commitment to each other, with the possibility of extending it. Since 1991, Mike has been the Orchestra Director and Choral Accompanist at Holy Innocents' Episcopal School. Mike also has served as the organist at Saint Mark United Methodist Church and Clairmont Presbyterian Church in Atlanta. He has a long and distinguished career as a musician, and we are grateful that he has agreed to come and serve among us. ~ The NDBC Personnel Committee |
 Summer Church School 2014 "What are these things we believe and why?" June 1-August 24 @ 9:30 AM In the Fellowship Hall ---------------------------
August 10 - Dr. Steven Sheeley
The Church: Body of Christ and Community of the Fallen
August 17 - Dr. Graham Walker
Eschatology: Kingdom of God and Last Things
August 24 - Dr. Graham Walker
Final Questions: The Virgin Birth and Other Questions
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| Deacon Ordination: August 10, 2014
NDBC will honor the tradition of "the laying on of hands" as we ordain three new deacons. David Cook, Jane Lamkin, and Cyndi Vander Ven will be ordained during the morning worship service in the NDBC Chapel on August 10.
As has been our tradition over the last several years, all of the congregation will be invited to participate in this time of blessing, celebration, and "setting-apart" for ministry.
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2014 Summer Sermon Series
"Flawed Families...and the Faith They Inspire"
(Some of the Bible's first parents, kids, and couples...
and how God redeemed their mess-ups.)
June 15-August 31, 2014, @ 11 AM
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August 10: Genesis 37 (Joseph sold to Egypt)
"Playing Favorites"
Issues: More sibling rivalry
August 17: Genesis 45 (Joseph forgives)
"What You Meant for Bad, God Meant for Good"
Issues: Forgiveness, Providence, Redemption
August 24: Exodus (Moses and the Basket)
"Pharaohs that Know Not Joseph"
Issues: the anxiety of productivity
August 31: Exodus (Moses and the Bush)
"Shoeless Mo...."
Issues: Intervention, Vocation
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Summer Offertories
Through the months of July and August we will enjoy musical gifts from members of the NDBC family, as they present special music during the Offertory each Sunday morning. Those who will be sharing their talents with us are:
August 10 - Sheila Nicol, pianist August 17 - Paul Fletcher, vocalist August 24 - Parker Holloway, pianist August 31 - Joel Stouffer, pianist |
Pastor's Wednesday Morning
Bible Study
We meet weekly (except for August 13) 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. |
 Notes from the NDBC Preschool
Come join the fun at The Preschool with your fellow Northside Drivers! The next school year begins on August 18, 2014. Limited spaces are still available. Church members receive a discount on tuition. Interested in learning more about the program? Come to our Open House on Friday, August 15, at 11 AM, or contact the Preschool office at 404-237-9060. Visit our website: www.ndbcpreschool.org.
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Missions Corner
Ladies of the Church, Mission Committee Needs You! We would like to provide "cosmetic bags" loaded with goodies to the women at the Barbara J Crofton Center. Please bring in any new, unused cosmetic bags (Estee Lauder, Clinique, etc.) to the church by August 3. Collection basket will be in the Narthex. Gift bags will be delivered to the women on August 16. Contact Mona Stines at 404-936-8812 with any questions. ------------------------------------------------------------
MISSION OPPORTUNITY On August 16, at 7 PM, the church has an opportunity to help serve a meal at the Barbara J. Crofton Women's Shelter. The shelter is located near the square in Marietta and houses 20-25 women who are working on their recovery from alcohol or drugs. It takes about an hour to ready the food to be served and then to eat with the ladies. I can't tell you what a blessing it is to sit down with them and share a meal and hear some of their stories. If you are interested in helping give Susan Harlan a call at 770-377-3869. |
Parent, Child, Church Dedication
Sunday, August 17, 2014, there will be a parent, child, church dedication for Sydney Eleanor Johnson and her family, Scott & Jill Johnson and big sister, Maggie, during the 11 AM worship service. |
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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. For more information contact Amanda Gregg at amanda_agd@yahoo.com.
August 17 - Shane's
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The Michael O'Neal Summer Singers
The Michael O'Neal Summer Singers, an all volunteer choir of 200, will present John Rutter's "Requiem" and other compositions in concert at Roswell United Methodist Church Sanctuary on Sunday, August 17 @ 3 PM. A popular church music composer, Rutter has been performed often by the NDBC choir and the Requiem is a favorite. The chorus will be accompanied by an orchestral ensemble and the RUMC Mõller organ. Richard Wilson, a singer in the group, can be contacted for tickets at 770-773-3333. Tickets can also be purchased online at http://www.mosingers.com/ beginning August 1. |
 2014 Interfaith Partnership
Habitat for Humanity Build Northside Drive Baptist Church Work Days Day 1 - August 23 (5 Volunteers)
Day 2 - September 6 - Not a work day for NDBC.
Day 3 - September 13 (5 Volunteers)
Day 4 - September 20 - Not a work day for NDBC.
Day 5 - September 27 (5 Volunteers)
Day 6 - October 4 - NDBC Lead Day (8 Volunteers)
Day 7 - October 11 - Dedication Day (5 Volunteers)
A copy of the complete work day schedule can be found in the Chapel entrance hallway or online at http://www.northsidedrive.org. |
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Coffee with the Clergy &
NO Church School
We will not have Church School on 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. |
| NDBC Women's Spiritual Retreat
NDBC Women's Spiritual Retreat 2014
BE STILL AND KNOW:
LISTENING FOR GOD IN THE MIDST OF LIFE
DATE: September 12-14, 2014
LOCATION: Unicoi State Park near Helen, GA (two-hour drive from Atlanta)
SCHEDULE: Friday -- Social hour at 5 pm, followed by dinner and our first session.
Saturday -- Session two in the morning, then a free afternoon to sleep, hike, watch football, visit, shop in lovely downtown Helen...or whatever you want to do. Session three is in the evening after dinner.
Sunday -- Breakfast, then our last session/worship and off we go.
FEE: $250 for a double, $360 for a single with all room, meals, materials, leader expenses included. Scholarships available through the Adult Education Committee. Call Mike Gregg (all confidential).
Call Patti if you have questions: 678-428-7898.
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| Church Week
SUNDAY, August 10
9:30 AM - Summer Church School
11:00 AM - Morning Worship & Deacon Ordination in the Chapel
12:15 PM - Youth Encore!
12:15 PM - Children's Ministry
WEDNESDAY, August 13
NO Pastor's Bible Study
4:30 PM - Young Adult: Braves Game
5:30 PM - Northside Yoga
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THIS SUNDAY'S
LECTIONARY TEXT
August 10, 2014
Genesis 37:1-4, 12-28
Romans 10:5-15
Matthew 14:22-33
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CHURCH COUNCIL
The next Church Council meeting will be Monday, August 18, at 7 PM, in the Art & Soul Classroom, #202. |
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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.
Nancy Davis
Mary Dutton
Gerry Humphries
Raymond & Bernice Jones
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In addition, this week we pray for...
Jon & Janet Bell
Jeff & Faye Brewer
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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AUGUST
BIRTHDAYS
Lindy Welch - 1
Jack Isakson - 2
Sabrina Thomas - 2
Jim Lester - 3
Virginia Schwatel - 4
Nancy F. Davis - 5
Andrew Schwartz - 6
Sofia Tunon - 7
Alan Johns - 7
Sue McSwain - 9
David Bell - 9
Joyce Raley - 10
Carolyn Mahaffey - 11
Ella McIntyre - 11
Fay Brewer - 12
Terrell Kilgore - 15
Eliza Molina - 15
Michael Fletcher - 18
Gary McAllister - 18
Beatrice Gregg - 19
Mark Bryson - 20
Sydney Johnson - 22
Isaiah Lewis - 23
Jo Hunter - 24
Susan Isakson - 24
Suzanne Barksdale - 25
Jack Fletcher - 26
Curt Tucker - 27
John Davis - 27
Michael McIntyre - 30
Elizabeth Sheeley - 31
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CHAPEL FLOWERS
Would you like to participate in beautifying our Chapel this summer? Now is the time to sign up. The price is $100 or you can share the cost with someone. If you are interested please call Nancy F. Davis at 404-252-9154. |
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.
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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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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.
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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 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. |
NORTHSIDE YOGA
YOGA meets on Wednesdays @ 5:30 PM,
in the Fellowship Hall with Amanda Gregg.
Mid-Summer: 7 weeks
7/16, 7/23, 7/30, 8/6, 8/13, 8/20, 8/27
$60 for the series. Remember you can
always drop-in for $13 a class!
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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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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.
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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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