NORTHSIDE NOTES: November 12, 2014
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Pastoral Reflections  by Rev. James Lamkin A Pastoral Epistle... The news of Flora Carswell's death has been heavy for our congregation. For many years she has been a non-anxious presence in a space and time where there is anxiety aplenty. Youngish parents have relished her calm, effusive love for their children. She was a kid magnet and almost magical. Several church leaders have been in conversation dealing with our grief and working with Flora's family offering care and love. First, the funeral for Flora will be at Antioch Baptist Church on Monday, November 17, 2014, at 11 AM. The address is 466 Northside Drive, NW, Atlanta, GA, 30318. Flora was a member of this church; also, it was where we had the funeral for her daughter, Queen Acree. I'm sure her cousin, Dr. Lawrence Carter, Dean of the MLK Chapel at Morehouse will also participate in the funeral. Second, the arrangements are being handled by Willie A. Watkins Funeral Home, 1003 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd, Atlanta, GA, 30310. Third, we will have a memorial service for Flora at Northside Drive Baptist Church very soon. The goal will be to have it at a time that most NDBC members could attend; also, we are inviting her family. At present, the time that's been selected is Sunday, December 7, 2014. Probably, there will be a light breakfast available for folk 9:30-10 AM in the Fellowship Hall where we can visit with one another and the family. Then, go to the Chapel for a Memorial Service 10-10:30 AM; then, on to worship in the Sanctuary at 11 AM. There are plenty of Church School and Advent II logistics to work-out, but we'll begin here as we think about celebrating Flora's legacy. Fourth, I've heard questions from several parents who have kids in our nursery and preschool. Flora was beloved; and her death was abrupt. She worked joyfully one Sunday; then eight days later, she died. These parents are wondering how to speak to their kids about Flora's death. This will be a challenge; but will be a challenge wrapped-in the grace of God and a loving church. We will help one another through it. I will be addressing this question in Sunday's sermon; and the notes will be emailed to the parents. Also, I will send some suggestions before Sunday. Plus, already, our preschool workers, grandparents, clergy, and others are communicating on how best to help. In the meanwhile, Timeka Acree Haney, Flora's granddaughter, receives emails: trahaney@icloud.com. Email her. Send a picture of Flora...or maybe a child's drawing of Flora loving our kids. And send me stories. I've been asked to say words at the funeral...and I'd like to carry along some of yours. (And thanks for the stories you've already sent.) I can still feel Flora's embrace and her words of welcome to me each week: "Hey Rev!" Bet you can feel her hugs, too. |
Remembering Flora Carswell... 
Here is a picture taken on the last Sunday she was
at church--doing what she loved--being with the little ones.
~ Picture provided by Myrtie Cope
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2015 Pledging 
Submit YOUR pledge FOR
THE 2015 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 |
 Fall Sermon Series
"Best Practices"
September 7-November 23
Sundays @ 11 AM in the Sanctuary
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November 16 - Best Practices: Shrewd Liberality
November 23 - Best Practices: Gratitude
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 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 Southwest Grill. |
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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
and
World Premiere of Jubilate Deo by John Erickson.
Commissioned for the 75th Anniversary of the Choral Guild and dedicated to the memory of former music director Don Robinson.
November 16, 2014, @ 4 PM, in the Sanctuary
(NDBC member price is $10)
Reception following in the Fellowship Hall in honor of William Noll.
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Church Council
The next Church Council meeting will be 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. |
Pastor's Wednesday Morning Bible Study
We meet weekly from 10:30-11:30 AM, (except for Wednesday, November 19, 2014) 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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Poinsettia Orders*  November 23-December 7 It has long been our tradition at Northside Drive to give poinsettias each Christmas in honor/memory/thankfulness for our friends and family. This year our annual Poinsettia display will be in place on Sunday, December 14. After the service on December 14, you will be able to take your memorial Poinsettia home to enjoy throughout the Christmas season. Each Poinsettia plant is only $20. 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 December 7. *U.S. tax regulations do not allow us to offer contribution credit for Easter & Christmas plants because the plants are returned to the giver. |
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 Hanging of the Green
& the first Sunday of Advent
Sunday, November 30, 2014
In the NDBC Narthex & Sanctuary, at 9:30 AM
You're invited to our annual Hanging of the Green Service Sunday, November 30. This is always a special service marking the beginning of the Advent Season. In lieu of Church School we will gather in the Narthex at 9:30 AM for fellowship and refreshments followed by reflections on the season and special music as we decorate the Sanctuary. Plan to bring greens from your garden (holly, magnolia, evergreens, etc.) to help adorn our sacred space.
Parents: This will be a family-friendly service. Children will be invited to carry greenery into the Sanctuary, hang Chrismons, and gather around the tree for a special song with Kurt Thomas. Childcare will also be provided for up to age 5; however, we hope all parents will bring their children to this special service.
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Church Week
SUNDAY, November 16 9:30 AM - Church School 11:00 AM - Morning Worship 12:00 PM - Northside Kids: Family Lunches after Church 12:15 PM - Diaconate Meeting 4:00 PM - Choral Guild Concert w/Reception 5:00 PM - Northside Drive Ringers 7:00 PM - Young Adult Sunday Studies MONDAY, November 17 9:30 AM - Preschool Liaison Meeting 7:00 PM - Church Council TUESDAY, November 18 12:00 PM - ROMEOS WEDNESDAY, November 19 NO - Pastor's Bible Study 1:00 PM - NDBC Book Club 5:30 PM - Northside Yoga 6:30 PM - Wednesday Night Bible Study 7:00 PM - Prayer Shawl Ministry 7:30 PM - Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal |
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THIS SUNDAY'S
LECTIONARY TEXT
November 16, 2014
Judges 4:1-7 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11 Matthew 25:14-30
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THANKSGIVING
HOLIDAYS
The Church & Preschool
offices will be closed for
the Thanksgiving Holiday,
Thursday & Friday,
November 27 & 28.
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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.
Betty Almeida
Reidar Bjornard
Ken Brant
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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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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. |
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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congregation and is
available on the
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