The Pinnacle
April 23, 2021
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At its latest meeting on April 19, the NDBC Church Council voted to resume indoor worship on Sunday, May 2. The vote came following a report with recommendations from the COVID Team, an ad hoc committee that then-moderator Don Janney appointed in 2020 to monitor COVID restrictions and make recommendations on how and when to return to group worship. Previously NDBC has conducted Sunday worship outdoors only. Until further notice, the guidelines for worship are:
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All those attending worship are asked to sign up online so we know how many worshipers to plan for. Also, if contact tracing should become necessary, this ensures we have worshipers' names and phone numbers.
- Worshipers must wear masks.
- Seating will be limited to every other pew and marked to ensure at least six feet of distance between family units.
- There will be no congregational singing.
- Ushers will not pass offering plates, but the plates will be in the narthex for those who wish to contribute before or after worship.
- The choir will consist of staff singers only, and they will wear masks when singing.
- The total running time of worship will be less than one hour.
We would like to thank the COVID Team for their work in helping the Church Council reach its decision responsibly, and we thank them for their service to NDBC: Patti Clark, Susan Dew, Brian Knight, and George Taylor, chair.
The worship service will continue to be live-streamed for those who cannot attend or who are not yet comfortable returning to in-person worship.
Jo Meeks, Moderator
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Tomorrow—Saturday, April 24— the Pastor Search Committee holds the last of our three listening sessions. We invite each of you to join us to hear what we’ve learned from the last listening session and to share your thoughts on NDBC’s future. This will be a short session, but it is critical that we have input from everyone in the congregation, so please make every effort to join us for one of the two sessions.
Final Listening Session – NDBC’s Future
Saturday, April 24th, 9:30-10:30am
Zoom Link:
Meeting ID: 840 7381 5737
Passcode: 123456
We can’t do this without your input, so thank you for joining us in this critical work.
The Pastor Search Committee
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This Sunday, April 25, is our final outdoor worship service before returning to the sanctuary, as outlined above. We ask that for reservations so we can properly prepare the seating space. Sign up here. |
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This week, April 19 - 24, is National Volunteer Week. The mission team wants to acknowledge and celebrate the many Northside Drive members who volunteer their time around our church and in service to many of our mission partners.
Northside Drive members are known for their generosity of time and resources, as well as their strong commitment to missions. Thank you for your continuing support of the missions programs through your financial gifts, your time and belief in helping others. Here are upcoming opportunities for service:
Rise Against Hunger will hold a virtual 5K/10K May 21 - May 23. Sign up to race or put together a team to increase the impact.
MorningStar
Bradley Cottage, located on the campus of MorningStar Children and Family Services, is in critical need of a new roof. The cottage is the home of up to 20 girls, a place for them to heal and learn to trust again. A gift to MorningStar's Greatest Need Fund will help put a new roof on the cottage and build a brighter future for the foster children who live there. St. Mary's United Methodist Church is providing a challenge grant and will match every donation up to $25,000. Donate online or mail a check to MorningStar, Greatest Need Fund-Bradley Cottage, P.O. Box 370, Brunswick, GA 31521.
Buckhead Christian Ministry
Saturday, April 24 - #BCMServeSaturday
Volunteer at THRIFTique on #BCMServeSaturday and receive a BCM "I Heart ATL" color changing tumbler. Take a selfie with your tumbler and share your LOVE for service on social media using the hashtag #BCMServeSaturday. Stay connected and follow BCM on Facebook and Instagram!
Nancy Hall, Missions Chair
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NDBC member JB Gilbert is a volunteer for Georgia's Crime Victim's Advocacy Council (CVAC). As part of National Crime Victims' Rights Week, April 19-25,CVAC held its annual memorial service in Decatur, honoring homicide victims during the last year in DeKalb, Fulton, Cobb, Clayton and Gwinnett counties. As the names of the 48 victims were called, CVAC President JB rang a bell to mark each loss.
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This Sunday the Art & Soul class continues its study of the weekly lectionary scriptures. Our guide is the Feasting on the Word curriculum, and we invite you to read the participant's guide for prior study.
Please join us at 9:00 a.m. via Zoom. We will conclude in time for driving to worship.
Meeting ID: 824 8851 2109
Passcode: 936319.
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April 25: Daniel Headrick
May 2: Daniel Headrick
May 9: Steve Sheeley
May 16: Daniel Headrick
May 23; Andrea Johnson
May 30: Larry McSwain
June 6: Paula Dempsey
June 13: Daniel Headrick
June 20: TBA
June 27: Daniel Headrick
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Noah Davis - April 23
Andrea Johnson - April 29
Kate Pearson - May 1
Afton Milligan - May 2
Caroline Singleton - May 2
David Lester - May 2
Irwin Ray - May 5
Aidan Collins - May 5
Gene Ledbetter - May 6
Missy Lester - May 7
Gigi Collins - May 10
Turner Warmack - May 11
Garrett Ray - May 11
Randy Korando - May 14
Hadley McClure - May 15
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Weekly Church Events
Art and Soul Church School - This Sunday at 9:30 am via Zoom
Meeting ID: 824 8851 2109
Passcode: 936319
Sunday Morning Worship - 11:00 am live-stream via YouTube, a recording of which will be available for later viewing.
Wednesday Pastor's Morning Bible Study - 10:30 am via Zoom
Meeting ID: 250 663 1572
Passcode: 6789
Sanctuary Open for Prayer - Monday through Friday - 2:00-3:30 pm.
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During this time of remote worship, know of our prayers for you and your family. Contact our clergy if you have prayer requests or other concerns.
Northside Drive Baptist Church
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Church Office Hours
Monday through Friday
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
(404) 237-8621
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