NORTHSIDE NOTES: October 29, 2014
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Pastoral Reflections  by Rev. James Lamkin
"Partly Cloudy"
With All Saints Sunday coming in just four days, I am thinking of a biblical phrase that describes the saints of God who have gone before. The Bible calls them: a cloud of witnesses.
I have witnessed this cloud and breathed its sacred air. Some days it hangs lower than others...like it did at my family reunion a few years ago.
My great-grandparents had ten kids. My grandfather was the eldest. The tradition was birthed that each of the ten would take turns hosting the annual reunion at the epicenter of "all things Lamkin" in Ansley, LA, at the old Prospect Church. It was used by both Methodists and Baptists on alternating Sundays. (Too bad that idea has passed!)
Prospect Church has slatted pews: four boards on the bottom, three up the back, and as Grady Nutt used to say, "In between, you are on your own!" The building has no electricity or plumbing. Never has. But it never is lonely. In the front are shady, pastoral oak trees. On the side are my family's graves.
Just after my father died, it was our bunch's time to do the hosting. We brought pictures. Told stories. Asked questions. Laughed and lamented. I led the singing of Amazing Grace out of the shaped-note hymnal that came with the church. Then we had communion.
But communion was not in the building. It was outside 'neath the shady red oak trees on permanent tables heavy laden with potato salad, fried chicken, deviled eggs, pecan pie, and probably a version of Uncle Bill's "Yum-Yum Yams."
Most of us have moved away from the tiny saw-mill town of our family's birth. We now live busy lives in big cities at frantic paces. But we come back to Prospect to connect with cousins, to celebrate communion with God and our family's story, to walk amongst the tombstones, and to remember Uncle Fred and the farm...also to breathe in the thick-humid-Louisiana air of the cloud of witnesses who have gone before us and still are a part of us.
This cloud resides at Prospect Church, but not only there. I see it rolling in Northside Drive Baptist on many Sundays...especially All Saints Sunday.
The cloud of witnesses is never far off, though our awareness of it may be. For me, most days are partly cloudy...except for All Saints Sunday. That day, I'm socked in with sacred hope.
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All Saints Sunday
The following will be remembered during the worship service on Sunday, November 2.  Northside Drive Church Members Kent Anglin (former interim pastor) Edie Hayes Jeannie Hearn Doris Martin John Powell If you know of a church member, or staff member, that has died since All Saints Day 2013, please notify the church office by emailing renee@northsidedrive.org or calling 404-237-8621, by Wednesday, October 29. |
Special Church School Event
Sunday, November 2 Hosted by the Art & Soul Church School Class @ 9:30 AM in the Fellowship Hall  Contemporary Church/State Issues and the Baptist Joint Committee for Religious Liberty
With Brent Walker, Executive Director of the Baptist Joint Committee for Religious Liberty Rev. Brent Walker is both a member of the Supreme Court Bar and an ordained minister. He leads the organization as it upholds the historic Baptist principle of religious liberty, defending the free exercise of religion and protecting against its establishment by government. Published widely, Walker routinely speaks in churches, educational institutions and denominational gatherings and provides commentary on church-state issues in the national media. His wife, Nancy, is pastor for congregational care at Columbia Baptist Church in Falls Church, VA. |
Cooperative Baptist Fellowship 2014 Fall General Assembly Sunday-Monday, November 2-3, 2014 Hosted by First Baptist Church of Athens Click here to register online! |
Youth Ministry News  by Alyssa Aldape "What a Difference a Year Makes" I come from a line of youth ministers. My grandfather was the "young people's teacher" at his church in South Texas and my dad was a Youth Minister while he was in seminary. From ages 4 to 12, my summers consisted of car washes, youth camps, and youth hangout nights. I loved it! Getting to hang out with cool older kids---what's not to love? I remember dad coming back from youth camp and sleeping for three days straight. I didn't get it. Why did camp make him so sleepy? Fifteen years later I carry on the tradition and I carry it on proudly.
The first of October marked my one year anniversary as the Director of Youth Ministry here at NDBC. My, how time flies! I am a history "nerd" and I love thinking about "this day in history" stuff so I found myself looking at my "this time in history" with the church. I was nervous the youth wouldn't like me. What if they don't get my jokes? What if they refused a high-five? Have you seen anything more cringe worthy than a person's high-five left hanging? We've had some good times, me and our Youth. Movie nights, lock-ins, Moravian Lovefeasts, and some pretty great inside jokes. This is not to say I haven't been left hanging with a high-five or two, but I'll live. In the past year, I have seen them grow both physically (I have accepted that all of them will be taller than me) and spiritually. Their sense of wonder and kindness keep me hopeful for the future of the church, and I am glad we get to continue on this spiritual journey together. From those first Sundays filled with awkward getting-to-know-you silence to the not-so-silent ones. I am thankful. Thanks be to God for youth! |
2015 Pledging 
Submit YOUR pledge FOR
THE 2014 CHURCH BUDGET
through any of these ways:
1- You can return your pledge card by "snail mail".
2- 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.
3- 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).
4- You can call the church office (404-237-8621), ask for Rose, and tell her your pledge (or even leave her a voice mail).
5- You can e-mail your pledge to Rose at rose@northsidedrive.org.
6- You can pledge via our website (www.northsidedrive.org) by clicking on the "Giving" link on our home page.
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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. |
 Fall Sermon Series
"Best Practices"
September 7-November 23
Sundays @ 11 AM in the Sanctuary
October 26 - Best Practices: Reformation
(with Steve Sheeley - guest preacher)
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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Notes from the Preschool  The Preschool's Silent Auction Less than Two Weeks Away! The holidays are right around the corner! Get started early on your Christmas shopping and support our very own Preschool at NDBC by bidding on items that will make great holiday gifts. Remember to attend the Preschool's 6th Annual Silent Auction in the Fellowship Hall November 10-14, with a special preview for church members following the 11 AM service Sunday, November 9. The Preschool depends on our support to sustain its programs, and YOU can help! You're invited to come and bid on beach and lake vacation home rentals; tickets to Atlanta Ballet's Nutcracker, Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, and the High Museum; gift baskets and home decor items; beautiful framed photography and paintings; kids' birthday parties; kids' yoga; horseback riding lessons for adults and children; rounds of golf; personal training and fitness sessions; autographed One Direction tour book; gift cards to an array of local restaurants, shops, and salons; plus lots more! The auction is open to the public, so please tell your family, friends, and neighbors. It's not too late to donate, too. Kindly submit donations to the Preschool Office by Monday, November 3. For more information, contact Auction Chair Bess Goodhead at ewgoodhead@gmail.com or (404) 683-6337. Thank you! |
 Renaissance, Popes, and their Pursuits TRIPLE E - with Jordan Clark November 11, @ 11 AM In the Fellowship Hall In the last five hundred years, few potentates of the western world have wielded power equal to that of the Roman Catholic popes of the 15th and 16th centuries. We will review the surprising pursuits and startling legacy of these nearly omnipotent rulers...popes primarily dedicated to personal pleasure, worldly authority, and eternal prominence.
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Choral Guild of Atlanta
2014-15 Concert Series
In Praise of Music
Featuring Franz Schubert's Mass in G
William Noll, Guest Conductor
November 16, 2014, @ 4 PM, in the Sanctuary
(NDBC member price is $10. )
The mission of Choral Guild of Atlanta is to program the outstanding choral works from all musical periods, including works that are not often performed.
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Missions Corner  Build Day One, August 23 to Habitat Dedication, October 11 After seven weeks of dedicated labor by volunteers from nine northwest Atlanta congregations, the home is now ready for the Hill family to move in and begin an exciting new phase in their lives. Thank you to all who wielded hammers, climbed ladders, prepared food, or provided child care to make this build successful. |
Church Council*
The next Church Council meeting will be Monday, November 17, at 7 PM, in the Art & Soul Classroom, Room #202. |
NDBC Book Club  November 19, from 1-2:30 PM In the Fellowship Hall A book review of The Light Between Oceans by M. L. Stedman will be Wednesday, November 19, at 1 PM in the Fellowship Hall. Nancy F. Davis will be the facilitator and Cyndi Vander Ven the hostess. Bring your lunch; dessert and beverages will be furnished. |
 Fury and Faith: The Uneasiness of Divine Presence |
Church Week
ALL SAINTS SUNDAY, November 2 9:30 AM - Church School 11:00 AM - Morning Worship 5:00 PM - Northside Drive Ringers TUESDAY, November 4 10:00 AM - Staff Meeting WEDNESDAY, November 5 10:30 AM - Pastor's Bible Study 5:30 PM - Northside Yoga 6:30 PM - Wednesday Night Bible Study 7:00 PM - Prayer Shawl Ministry 7:30 PM - Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal FRIDAY, November 7 7:00 PM - Young Adult Unplugged |
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THIS SUNDAY'S
LECTIONARY TEXT
November 2, 2014
Revelation 7:9-17
1 John 3:1-3
Matthew 5:1-12
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DAYLIGHT SAVINGS
NOVEMBER 2, 2014
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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
Virginia Schwatel
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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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NOVEMBER
BIRTHDAYS
Claire Blackwell - 1
Grace Collins - 1
Laurie Nickless - 2
Mary Lou Swann - 2
Rob Schwartz - 7
Sylvia Dick - 7
Elizabeth Cassata - 7
Nancy de Jonge Davis - 8
Gordon Davis - 9
Larry McSwain - 10
Joel Stouffer - 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
Ted Clyatt - 22
Edith Varner - 22
Greg Hawkins - 23
Mary Margaret von Herberstein - 23
Kristin Youngquist - 24
Ian Fletcher - 25
George Smathers - 26
Teri Rhodes - 28
Reidar Bjornard - 29
Annaleigh Gregg - 30
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CALLAWAY CUP RESULTS
Congratulations to Jordan Clark, winner of the Callaway Cup in its 15th year. Jordan bested second place finisher, Hartwell Dew, and joined Hartwell as a two-time winner of the highly coveted Callaway Cup. The tournament organizer chose not to recognize a senior division winner as that described all of this year's participants. Closest to the pin recognitions went to Jordan Clark and Hal Meeks, and long drive award also went to Meeks (who only won because his shot found the fairway). JB Gilbert won longest club head toss, accomplishing a 200+ yard drive and a 50+ yard launch of the club head on the same swing. Yes, Chuck Stines was out of town this year. |
NORTHSIDE KIDS
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 November 16 at Moe's. |
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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DINNER AND DISCUSSION
Young Adult
Sunday Studies
Every 3rd Sunday at 7 PM @ 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. |
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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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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| 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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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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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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