NORTHSIDE NOTES: June 17, 2015
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Pastoral Reflections  by James Lamkin
"Farther Along on Father's Day" This coming Sunday will be my seventh Father's Day without my father. I think of the old hymn's lyrics, "Time like an ever rolling stream bears all its sons away." But, not only sons, dads too are required to wade into the ripples of Father Time's waters. My father and I spent time on water. Summer days were for fishing the lakes in northern Louisiana and east Texas. To them we hauled a small red and green wooden boat stocked with bait: red wigglers, catalpa worms, crickets, chicken livers, shiners, a can of corn if needed, and a few artificial jigs. We had no trolling motor. We didn't need one. We had my father. He would sit at the bow of the boat with a cane pole in one hand and a paddle in the other. Gripping the paddle at its neck, while resting the upper handle against his shoulder, he slipped it through the dark water like the pendulum of a clock, pulling the boat forward with a quiet rhythm. In the corner of my study near the bookshelves, that same 60 year old boat paddle stands at attention...right next to my two-handed broad sword and bullwhip (just in case). The boat paddle offers a silent salute to my father's life of faith and family. I retired it to dry-dock after his death. It, like he, is a decorated veteran, scarred and stained with hurts and hopes...and stories. I cannot see it without also seeing him...watching him watch an oblong yellow bobber skim along the water's surface, then dive down, out of sight, in expectation of a tight line that only the day before lay limp on the living room floor. Bluegill bream and white perch (known as crappie to Georgians) were fair game. And it wasn't catch-and-release back then. It was "catch-and-release into the grease!" The songwriter was right, "Time like an ever rolling stream bears all...away." But, he was only partially right. It not only bears away...it also bears up. As white water fears of life come my way, as the still water doldrums of some days sock in, I often think of my father and his resilient, though imperfect, tenacity. Now that I'm farther along in my own life as a father, and now a grandfather...I think of the long story arc of my father's life. It is part of my spirituality. His memory bears me up. |
 Missions & Music Children's Summer Church School Like last summer, some Sundays will be music focused, where children will have the opportunity to sing fun songs and learn about Bible stories through singing and playing instruments. On other Sundays, children will learn about taking God's love beyond our church walls and sharing Jesus with people all over our world. We'll hear about several families and how they responded to God's call to become missionaries. We can't wait to see our Preschool-5th Grade aged children in Missions & Music this summer! We'll meet in room #102 next to the Nursery every Sunday at 9:30 AM, until August 30. If you have any questions, please contact mike@northsidedrive.org. |
 Summer Lecture Series
"How We Got Our Bible" May 31-August 30, 2015 9:30 AM in the Fellowship Hall Jun 21...Translating the Bible: An Overview Dr. Steve Sheeley Jun 28...The First Generation of the English Bible: Wycliffe through King James Dr. Michael Morgan Jul 5...Holiday Weekend Jul 12...Translating the Bible and the History of the Church Dr. Rob Nash Jul 19...Is That Really in the Bible: Private and Independent Translations Dr. Michael Morgan Jul 26...Singing Our Lives through the Psalms Dr. Michael Morgan Aug 2...Understanding Translations and Versions: Pre-1970 Dr. Nancy deClaissé-Walford Aug 9...Understanding Translations and Versions: 1970-2000 Dr. Nancy deClaissé-Walford Aug 16...Understanding Translations and Versions: 2000-Present Dr. Nancy deClaissé-Walford Aug 23...Choosing and Using a Bible Dr. Steve Sheeley Aug 30...The Bible and the 21st Century Church Dr. Rob Nash |
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 God Stories
The Heart of the Bible
A Summer Sermon Series
June 7-September 6
The Bible is a library of stories. Even when it lists the Ten Commandments or Eight Beatitudes, each list fits within a story; and each story fits within God's Big Story of Love and Grace. Some of the Summer Sermons will include: David and Goliath, King David's Dance Fever, and How to Dust Off Your Shoes When You Get Rejected.
Like the rabbis say, "God created humans, because God loves stories."
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Touching Taliaferro with Love  June 22-26, 2015 Mark your calendars! Since 2007, Northside Drive has led a week of Vacation Bible School/summer camp in Taliaferro County, one of the poorest and most neglected areas of Georgia. Supported through individual churches and the Georgia Cooperative Baptist Fellowship, TTWL provides summer camp activities for children in first through fifth grades. If you can tell a Bible story, direct a craft activity, lead in recreation, or guide a group of lively children from one activity room to another, then there is a place for you to share your talents and love with the children in Taliaferro County. While it's great to have volunteers who participate all five days, you are welcome for any amount of time that fits your work or family schedule. For more information contact Susan Harlan, Rhonda Harris, or Barbara Atchley. |
Regarding Sunday, July 5...
We will not have Church School on July 5 (Independence Day weekend). However, the clergy will have coffee and conversation waiting for you in the Parlor (Room 207) at 9:30 AM. |
 Eat & Greet for Newcomers
July 12, 2015, at Noon
Narthex/Sanctuary Lawn
Would you like to get connected with new members and visitors? Do you want to know more about the church? Join us for a time of fellowship after worship on July 12, on the church lawn. As the title suggests, we will eat good food and greet one another. This is a great event to learn about the ministries, programs, and people of NDBC.
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Bylaws Under Review
Our church bylaws provide for periodic review and recommendation to the Church-in-conference of any updates or needed changes to the bylaws. Church Moderator, Don Janney, has appointed a Bylaws Review Committee consisting of Jo Meeks, Chair; Barbara Schroeder; Tom Hicks; David Cook; George Taylor; and Dave Wooten. Please refer any suggestions or proposed updates to any committee member or email Jo Meeks at jolaniermeeks@gmail.com by July 15, 2015. For any questions, please contact Don or Jo.
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 Habitat for Humanity Build 2015 October 10-November 21, 2015 Mark your calendars for the 2015 Interfaith Partnership Habitat for Humanity Build. Our build will begin later than in previous years---October 10 with the dedication on November 21. (Think cooler weather.) October 10 will be NDBC lead day when we provide both workers and lunch. As last year, child care will be provided at the church on our lead day. Other specific work days have not been determined. Sign up will begin in late August. This year we will welcome First Baptist Decatur and Temple Emmanuel to the partnership. |
 Gas Turned Off for the Summer May 21-September 1, 2015 As a cost savings to the church, the gas is turned off in the Spring and turned back on in the Fall. This is part of the summer savings program with Infinite Energy. We will have an electric water heater for use during those months. |
Church Week
SUNDAY, June 21 9:30 AM - Summer Church School 9:30 AM - Summer Lecture Series: How We Got Our Bible 11:00 AM - Morning Worship in the Chapel 7:00 PM - Young Adult: Third Sunday Small Group MON-FRI, June 22-26 TTWL Mission Trip SATURDAY, June 27 7:00 PM - Northside Kids: Lunch @ the Gilbert'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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YOUNG PROFESSIONAL
(aka Young Adult) SMALL GROUP
Dinner, Drinks, & Discussion Every Third Sunday at 7 PM For more information, contact Mike Gregg at mike@northsidedrive.org. Check the young professionals event calendar for a full list of dates. |
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JULY 4th HOLIDAY
The Church & Preschool offices will be closed
Friday, July 3,
in observance of
Independence Day.
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THIS SUNDAY'S
LECTIONARY TEXT
June 21, 2015
1 Samuel 17:(1a, 4-11,
19-23), 32-49
2 Corinthians 6:1-13
Mark 4:35-41
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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.
Linda Clark
Aline Cofield
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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JUNE
BIRTHDAYS
Steve Konenkamp - 1
Jolene Thomas - 1
Scott Johnson - 2
Barney Moore - 3
Nancy Elaine Davis - 4
Jackie Poole - 5
James Gilbert - 6
Myrtie Cope - 8
Maria Schroeder - 8
Graham Mudd - 10
Larry Prince, Jr. - 10
Jacob Eassa - 11
Sandy Dunn Smith - 13
Rose Hidlay - 15
Gene Hill - 18
Deborah Oakley - 18
Joleen Neel - 18
David Fletcher - 21
Barbi Avery - 22
Dorsett Davis - 24
Joann Warmack - 26
Steven McAllister - 26
Lisa Bridges - 26
Jim Nicol - 27
Paige Whiffen - 27
Henry Hurst - 27
Lois Pickering - 30
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| ROMEOS
(Retired Older Men Eating Out)
Every 3rd Tuesday of the month from 12 PM-1 PM (bring your lunch money)!
Piccadilly Cafeteria
1715 Howell Mill Rd
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PASTOR'S WEDNESDAY
BIBLE STUDY
Every Wednesday 10:30-11:30 AM Conference Room All are invited. |
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NORTHSIDE YOGA
with Amanda Gregg
Join us on Wednesdays, @ 5:30 PM, in the Fellowship Hall.
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PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY
Led by Susan Harlan
Every 1st & 3rd
Wednesday
@ 7 PM in the Parlor
For more information call Susan Harlan at 770-377-3869.
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UNPLUGGED
Young Professional---aka Young Adult Dinners (Every 1st Saturday at an NDBC member's home.)
Sharing food and friendship that feeds our souls. Contact Mike Gregg at mike@northsidedrive.org. Check the Young Professional event calendar on the website, Facebook page, or in print 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.
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