The Pinnacle for September 3, 2021

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The Pinnacle

September 3, 2021

Links to Worship for September 5 Livestream * Order of Worship * Scriptures

Kick Back with Kurt Thomas on September 11

Mark your calendars for Saturday, September 11, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., when NDBC will enjoy the music of our own Kurt Thomas. We'll gather at our new pavilion on the south lawn of the church to hear some great music and enjoy being together.

This event is BYOE--bring your own everything--chairs, beverages, snacks. We also ask that you wear your mask. This is a great opportunity not only to enjoy Kurt's talents, but also an opportunity to invite friends to enjoy some NDBC hospitality. See you on the 11th!

Adult Church School Resumes on September 12

After a summer hiatus, church school for NDBC adults will resume on September 12. Two classes are scheduled for Sunday mornings. These are:

Art & Soul

The Art & Soul class will study Short Stories by Jesus: The Enigmatic Parables of a Controversial Rabbi, by Amy-Jill Levine. This study of 10 to 11 sessions will last until Advent. Those interested should order their own book, which is available from Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and other sources.

For the time being, this class will meet via Zoom Sundays from 9 to 10 a.m., which allows enough travel time for participants who wish to attend worship services in person. Plans call for Art & Soul to offer a hybrid setup—both in-person and virtual/streaming participation—in the near future.

David Beavers coordinates communication about Art & Soul. If you would like to be included each week, please email David at drbeavers05@aol.com

Friendship Class

Led by Dr. Mary Ann Hickman, long-time NDBC member and retired academic , this class is composed of women (although men are welcome!) who want to study the Scriptures. They plan to meet in person beginning with the first class on September 12. Their study this fall will be on the book of Hebrews. For more information, contact Mary Ann by email to MannHick@aol.com or phone at 404-320-6514.

Church School doesn’t have to be Sunday School!

This fall, the Adult Education ministry team is pleased to welcome two new classes, which will meet during the week by Zoom.

The Challenge of Jesus

8 sessions, beginning the week of October 4

Carolyn Mahaffey, facilitator

This study focuses on the life's work and research of renowned historical Jesus scholar John Dominic Crossan. A series of short videos, which participants can view before meeting with the class, presents Crossan's exploration of the matrix of Jesus’ unique time and place. Drawing on scholarly texts, excavation and history, Dr. Crossan introduces us to the flesh-and-blood people who shaped the world into which Jesus was born. Those who'd like to know more before signing up can view the introductory video. If interested, please send an email to Carolyn Mahaffey at atlantac@bellsouth.net by September 30. The group will meet for eight sessions, beginning the week of October 4.

Listening for God: Contemporary Literature and the Life of Faith

8 sessions, beginning the week of September 27

Cathy Wooten, facilitator

The eight short stories and essays contained in Listening for God, Volume 2, will be the basis for group discussion in which we investigate how our lives and our faith often merge in surprising ways and places. Participants are encouraged to buy the book, but the selections can also be found in other sources. Contact Cathy Wooten by email at cathy.t.wooten@gmail.com or by phone at 404-231-5673 if you are interested in participating or have questions.

We encourage NDBC adults to participate in one or all of these offerings, according to your time and interest.

Content for Marketing and Social Media

Do you have an NDBC event you want to advertise in the Pinnacle or on the church's website or in its social media? Do you have some great photos you took at an NDBC event that you would like to share with the rest of the church? We would love to help you share these! Please send all such requests to Allison Bell and Cathy Wooten. We will ensure that all announcements and upcoming events are advertised in all of these outlets--Pinnacle, website, social media.

Allison Bell is chair of the Marketing ministry team, and can you contact her at ajro223@gmail.com. Cathy Wooten is chair of the Adult Ed ministry team and helps produce the Pinnacle. You can reach her at cathy.t.wooten@gmail.com.

Thanks for your help in keeping our members connected and helping others know about the great things going on at NDBC.

Mission Update: Afghan Refugees

Over the last two weeks as we watched the news from Afghanistan, many of you have asked about Northside Drive sponsoring an Afghan refugee family. (What a wonderful, caring congregation you are!) The Missions Committee has been in contact with organizations we worked with in the past and with individuals who are helping in the resettlement of these families. We have also checked in with the refugee family we sponsored four years ago. When we have more details about families coming to the metro area, we will share that information with you.

Currently, we are looking for ways to support the efforts of our missions partners in the resettlement efforts. If you would like to support efforts to prepare for a family, which we expect to happen quickly once they begin arriving in theUS and our area, please make a donation through the NDBC giving site with the designation Refugee Family or send a check to the church and include a note that your donation is for our refugee efforts. We will be gathering household items for their apartment, which will also need to be done quickly once they arrive. Please be thinking about items you may have that could be donated to furnish their new home. Thank you for your continuing support of missions.

Nancy Hall, Missions Chair

Luncheon to Honor Daniel Headrick

On Sunday, September 19, we will gather following church to thank Daniel Headrick and his family for their time with us. Please join us for lunch under the pavilion. To help us prepare, let us know you are coming with an email to Will Mathews (will@northsidedrive.org) or call the church office to indicate your attendance. We'll have a boxed lunch (pick up in the fellowship hall), and will toast Daniel with lemonade and iced tea under the pavilion. We hope you can be present.

The Personnel Committee

Carrie Newcomer Concert Postponed

NDBC's McComb Lectures Committee has decided to postpone Carrie Newcomer's performance at NDBC, previously announced for October 9, until next spring. Watch the Pinnacle for an announcement of the new date.

Sermon Series

September 5

Let the Bible Speak

Theme: Reading the Bible in a non-fundamentalist way. In this sermon I’ll look at the Acts story as a window into reading the Bible with your head and your heart.

Texts: Acts 8:26-39

Matthew 5:43-48

September 12

Let the Children Come

Theme: Grace. In this sermon I’ll be exploring how grace means we invite people to be a part of our life and community because of the way God has first welcomed us.

Texts: Isaiah 56:1-8

Matthew 19:13-15

September 19

Letting Go

Theme: Resurrection. God raised Jesus from the dead. But Jesus got a little practice in resurrection before Easter. What are the things we need to let go of in order to experience resurrection in our church and in our life?

Text: John 11:1-44 (likely divided into two readings)

Daniel Headrick, Associate Pastor