NORTHSIDE NOTES: September 10, 2014
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Pastoral Reflections  by Rev. James Lamkin"Best Practices" There's a term buzzing about businesses these days. I first heard it about ten years ago while working on David Allen's personal management methods in his book, Getting Things Done.
The notion is: Best Practices. It refers to methods or techniques that consistently help a person or group accomplish particular goals in the most efficient manner. Sports teams want winning seasons. Students need proper study habits. Employees look for ergonomic procedures that make the best use of time and talent. Families need routines to get them from here-to-there while doing this-and-that. Best Practices. Between now and Advent, I will use this lens to look at each Sunday's biblical texts. The result will be a fall sermon series. But first, a disclaimer. The best practices our culture craves naturally involve more money, more power, more security, and more visible success. But those which rise from the biblical texts address different goals. We can't overlook that our faith started with a guy who was murdered in his thirties and taught that the "last will be first," that success will be found in serving "the least of these," and whatever else you do, "love your enemies." Yikes! With that important qualifier on the table, we open our Bibles looking for spiritual practices which "tune" us so that we might live lovingly, truthfully, compassionately, graciously, maturely...and maybe even, at times, holy. These Best Practices include forgiveness, generosity, leadership, focus, prayer, stewardship, love, maturity, resilience, and gratitude. They come from biblical stories about employees that owe a boatload of money, stories about complainers who wander in the wilderness, stories of folk who wonder if their prayers get beyond the ceiling, and people who have so much to be thankful for...that they forget to give thanks. In other words, the Bible deals with a bunch of bumblers who are a lot like Baptists: folk who need practices that help them on the path of discipleship. Soon, the temperature will drop and fall will unfold; and we will practice the presence of God, as one saint said. Perhaps these Best Practices will take us all the way to another holy season... all the way to a little town named Bethlehem. |
 Fall Sermon Series
"Best Practices"
September 7-November 23
Sundays @ 11 AM in the Sanctuary
September 7 -Best Practices: Resilient Rituals
September 14 -Best Practices: Forgiveness
September 21 - Best Practices: Generosity
September 28 - Best Practices: Leadership
October 5 - Best Practices: Intention
October 12 - Best Practices: Prayer
October 19 - Best Practices: Stewardship
October 26 - Best Practices: Reformation
November 2 - Best Practices: Sanctification
November 9 - Best Practices: Readiness
November 16 - Best Practices: Shrewd Liberality
November 23 - Best Practices: Gratitude
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 Fall Wednesday Night Bible Study
Suffering and Glory: A Study of 1 Peter Led by Cyndi Vander Ven September 10-November 19 @ 6:30 PM, Room #202 The Apostle Peter wrote this epistle to a church facing serious trials. Understandably, they focused on the suffering that had beset them. At times, we also have difficulty with spiritual myopia: the inability to see beyond the immediate to the glory God promises. Are suffering and glory only the provenance of persecuted churches? Just what does Peter describe as suffering? What glory does he reveal, and is it meant for us? What is to be our focus? And just where does the "name it and claim it" gospel fit into Peter's story? Follow the thread of these two themes throughout 1 Peter and see how the grace of God is revealed in both. Click here for Suffering and Glory flyer. |
Missions Corner
Bags of Hope!
Serving a meal at the Barbara J. Crofton Center is always a truly rewarding experience. On our last visit, Susan Harlan, Susan Pearson, and Barbara Atchley found it to be even more so! Thanks to the hard work of Mona Stines and the sharing of resources by many others, we were able to listen to squeals of delight as the ladies went through the toiletry bags we had brought. Cries of "Pink is my favorite color" and "Oh, I love this blue one" were accompanied by all the ladies receiving a toiletry bag of items that they really seemed thrilled about.
So thank you Mona and everyone who saves their toiletries for us to share. And if you'd like to get in on the fun we will be serving dinner again at the center soon! Stay tuned for details!
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THANK YOU!!!
Thank you to this year's NDBC Kids' Ministry Church School Teachers and Worship Care Volunteers! You provide a welcoming, nurturing, and loving spiritual formation community for our youngest Northside Drivers!
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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. |
Northside Yoga 
YOGA meets on Wednesdays @ 5:30 PM, in the Fellowship Hall with Amanda Gregg. 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 visit www.northsidedrive.org.
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Prayer Shawl Ministry
Led by Susan Harlan
Every 1st & 3rd Wednesday
@ 7 PM in the Parlor
Come join us on the first and third 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.
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 2014 Interfaith Partnership
Habitat for Humanity Build Northside Drive Baptist Church Work Days 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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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.
September 14 - Uncle Maddio's
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| Church Council*
The next Church Council meeting will be Monday, September 15, 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.
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2014-2015 NDBC Book Club  Book Club meets every third Wednesday of the month, at 1 PM , in the Fellowship Hall. Come join us as we read and discuss a book each month together. Anyone is welcome, and we take turns leading the discussion and providing dessert. Copies of this year's schedule are available on the web, in the Narthex, or by calling the church office. We will begin our season with All the Light We Cannot See: A Novel by Anthony Doerr on September 17. Cyndi Vander Ven will be the facilitator and Nancy Hall the hostess. Bring your lunch; dessert and beverages will be furnished. |
Anniversary Sunday Luncheon  Sunday, September 28, 2014 12:15 PM in the Fellowship Hall Join us, following the 11 AM worship service on Sunday, September 28, for our annual anniversary luncheon. Melissa Bryson will again be catering the meal (menu pending). Cost will be $10 per person, with a $25 family cap. To make a reservation for the luncheon you may use the Welcome card attached to the Order of Worship, call the church office at 404-237-8621, or email your reservation to info@northsidedrive.org no later than Wednesday, September 24. --------------------------------------------------------- Following the luncheon we will meet briefly in the Chapel for a time of celebration and joy as we give thanks and dedicate the beautiful organ that Alan Johns has so graciously donated to the church. |
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Outreach Opportunity for Northside Drivers and guests...
NDBC Member, Kurt Thomas
to appear at Eddie's Attic.
"Barry Waldrep with special guest, Kurt Thomas"
Saturday, October 4, 2014, at 9:30 PM, at Eddie's Attic
TICKETS: advance general admission: $12; at the door: $16; table of 4 reserved seats: $60 (Table seats must be purchased in multiples of 4.) Advanced sales end at 5 PM the day of each show. Remaining tickets are available at the door.
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| The Callaway Cup
The Callaway Cup golf tournament is scheduled for October 12! The after-church outing is for all members, regardless of age, gender or talent. This is an early notice to SAVE THE DATE (10/12/14). The highly coveted Callaway Cup is held by Melissa Bryson, last year's winner. Named in honor of Raymund Callaway, a long-time member of NDBC, this is the last major "toonamint" of the year. To sign up call Hal Meeks: c. 404-293-4042; h. 404-352-2438, o. 404-880-7180 or email hmeeks@plmllp.com.
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Church Week
SUNDAY, September 14 Women's Spiritual Retreat 9:30 AM - Church School 11:00 AM - Morning Worship 12:00 PM - Northside Kids Lunch 12:15 PM - Youth Encore! 12:15 PM - Worship & Music Meeting 5:00 PM - Northside Drive Ringers MONDAY, September 15 7:00 PM - Church Council TUESDAY, September 16 10:00 AM - Staff Meeting 11:00 AM - ROMEOS WEDNESDAY, September 17 10:30 AM - Pastor's Bible Study 1:00 PM - NDBC Book Club 5:30 PM - Northside Yoga CANCELLED 6:30 PM - Wednesday Night Bible Study 7:00 PM - Prayer Shawl Ministry 7:15 PM - Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal |
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THIS SUNDAY'S
LECTIONARY TEXT
September 14, 2014
Exodus 14:19-31 Romans 14:1-12 Matthew 18:21-35
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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.
Mary Chance
Linda Clark
Aline Cofield
Bedford & Louise Davis
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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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SEPTEMBER
BIRTHDAYS
Beth Laxton - 1
Joseph Cadaret - 1
Kristi Wamberg - 2
Linda Clark - 4
Dan Tatum - 6
Amy Bell - 6
Marie Cook - 9
Jeff Harbin - 10
Liz Harris-Lamkin - 11
Tim Getsay - 12
Jane Lamkin - 13
Alyssa Aldape - 13
JB Gilbert - 14
Betsy Walker - 14
Suzette Knight - 15
Will Ervin - 15
Susan Pearson - 15
Megan Hendrix - 15
Theresai Manley - 17
Hal Meeks - 18
Tom Hicks - 18
Karen Massey - 18
Henry Collins - 18
Cyndi Vander Ven - 19
Linda Bridges - 20
Rebecca Moore - 20
Kendall Konenkamp - 21
Jake Baumstark - 21
Becky Shoaf - 22
Bil Cadaret - 22
Keith Milligan - 22
Siqi Li - 23
Ingrid Bongers - 24
Mary Dutton - 25
Ann White Morton - 27
Paxton Holloway - 28
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 MINISTERIAL SABBATICAL
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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. |
| 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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