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NORTHMINSTER BAPTIST CHURCH, JACKSON, MS
February 18, 2015
Church-wide Reception for Amy Finkelberg
Sunday, February 22
Immediately after Worship
in the Great Hall
Last autumn, Amy shared with the deacons and the congregation her desire to conclude her service as our
Associate Pastor for Adults on March 1, 2015.
This Sunday, February 22, we will have a reception, immediately following the morning hour of worship,
at which we will express our gratitude to Amy for her nearly thirteen years of faithful service in, with and to the
Northminster family of faith.
Everyone is encouraged to gather in the Great Hall after worship this Sunday, as we say a deeply grateful
Northminster “Thank You” to Amy and Arty.
YOUTH WINTER BANQUET
FOR PARENTS AND YOUTH
SUNDAY, MARCH 1
6:15-7:45 P.M. ~ GREAT HALL
THEME: TACKY PROM
 The Youth Committee is providing dinner and
Youth Leaders will be serving!
 Dress in your tackiest prom gear.
Adult Studies Schedule
Sundays ~ 5:30 p.m.
Adult Education Building ~ Adult V Classroom
(unless otherwise specified)
Church History Series Continued
Part 2: Topics in Medieval Christianity
Orientation Class
Sundays, concluding March 8
9:15 a.m. ~ Sunday School Hour ~ Library
Whether you are a friend wanting to learn more about this
family of faith called Northminster, a new member wanting to become more involved in the life of the church or a
long-time member wanting to expand your knowledge of
Northminster, this is the class for you!
For more information,
please call the church office at 601-982-4703
Spring Lecture Series
March 21-22
“Word and Spirit in the Gospel of John”
Led by Gail O’Day, Dean
Wake Forest University School of Divinity
February 22
Saturday, March 21
Lecture 1 followed by Reception
Great Hall ~ 4:30-6:00 p.m.
Dr. Shelli Poe,
Visiting Assistant Professor of Religious Studies
Millsaps College ~ Jackson, MS
Sunday, March 22
Worship Hour ~ Sermon
10:30 a.m.
March 1
Lunch followed by Lecture 2 and Q & A
Great Hall ~ 11:45 a.m.
Thomas Aquinas
The Quest for the Holy:
The Medieval World View and How It Was
Manifested in Liturgical Practices and Architecture
Mary Louis Jones, Former Adjunct Professor
Millsaps College ~ Jackson, MS
Cost of lunch: $5 (adults) & $3 (children)
No RSVP required. Childcare provided.
Mark Your Calendars!
Girls Book Group Kick-Off
Sunday, March 1~ 3:30 p.m.
Don’t miss the fun!
CHILDREN’S WORSHIP
VOLUNTEER SCHEDULE
February 22
Rainbows
Jill and Paul Buckley
Sparklers
Christine and Bryan Bridges
PARENTS' NIGHT OUT
Friday, March 20 ~ 6:00-10:00 p.m.
You can make a reservation for your children (infant-6th grade) by calling the
church office, 601-982-4703.
Please remember to feed your children before they arrive, or provide a brownbag supper.
Remaining Dates: April 10 and May 8
Easter Egg Hunt
March 1
Rainbows
Whitney and Slates Veazey
Sparklers
Dabbs and Jeffery Massey
For preschool and elementary aged children
Wednesday, March 25 ~ 5:30 p.m.
Bring your baskets, buddies and lots of smiles.
Rain date: Saturday, March 28
Mentor Program
Kick-off
Sunday, March 15
9:00 a.m.
Great Hall
SAVE THE DATE!
MEALS ON WHEELS
BIBLE CAMP
May 29, 30 and 31
CURRENT CAREGIVING CONCERNS:
Northminster is saddened by the death of Willard Boggan, a Northminster member
since 1969. Christian sympathy is extended to his wife, Lottie.
CHRISTIAN SYMPATHY is extended to Tricia and Joe Scott, on the death of
Tricia’s mother, Patricia Pigford. And also to Clay Scott; Caroline and Jack Nowell.
CONGRATULATIONS is extended to Johnny and Mona Evans on the birth of their
grandson, Hayden Robert Maxwell. The proud parents are Whitney and Graves Maxwell.
Hayden is also welcomed by his brother Evans.
ONGOING CAREGIVING CONCERNS:
Billie Green
Sheila Lindley
Davis Simmons
Jackie Root
Mac McDonnieal Bill Cox
Betty Shirley
Carolyn Pryor
Billy Joe Cross
Sylvia Scott
Bobbie King
Pat Walston
Libby McGee
Reid McGee
Roxanne Aldridge Gorman Schaffer
Bill Underwood
Wilson Magee, father of Beth Magee Smith
Mary Hendrick, mother of Janet Clark
Elsie Helm, mother of Bill Thompson
Frances Harper, mother of Marty Harper
Margaret Williams, mother of Kay Allen
Monday, February 23
Cooks:
Ann Calhoon
Gail England
Kelly Hicks
Drivers:
Rt. 1 Pat Beall, Nora Etheridge
Rt. 2 Billie Green, Steve Godbold
Monday, March 2
Cooks:
Rebecca Black
Patsy Caraway
Dan Ellen Maples
Drivers:
Rt. 1 Jean Williams, Ken Toler
Rt. 2 Virginia and Edwin Pittman
Wednesday Night Supper
February 25
Servers:
Mary Lee
Kelly Hicks
Cashier:
Rowland Roberts
STUDENT NEWS
SundayNights@TheYouthHouse!
February 22, we’ll have “Normal”
youth group in the youth house. We’ll
gather from 5:30-7:00 p.m., starting off
with a dinner all together, then moving
into music, games, and a lesson. This is
the “center” of our youth ministry and a
great opportunity for our youth to fellowship, grow, and have fun.
Youth Bible Nerds
You’re invited! During the Sunday
school hour in the youth house, Kelley
Jr. and Steven are leading a 6-week
study. We began February 1 and will
go through March 8. Learn basic and
important information about our Bible.
Discuss broader issues of interpretation.
Help raise money for a chosen charity
through our commitment and
knowledge. All our youth are invited!
Winter Banquet
It’s Tacky Prom Night! The whole
family is invited to the Youth Winter
Banquet on Sunday, March 1, in the
Great Hall from 6:15-7:45 p.m. We’ll
eat dinner, play a game, and have entertainment provided by our amazing
youth group! It’s a fun time that
should not be missed!
First Wednesday!
On the first Wednesday of each month,
we’ll meet at a church family member’s
house from 6:30-7:30 p.m. for food,
hanging out, and a short devotion. We
believe First Wednesdays will be a great
opportunity for our youth to gather, have
a fun and meaningful time together in
the middle of the week while adding a
touch of personal hospitality! Our next
First Wednesday is March 4 and will be
hosted by Latisha Charleston at the
home of Marty and Lisa Cobb. Contact
Steven for more info.
HONDURAS 2015
Northminster first traveled to
Honduras nearly twenty years ago.
Across the past two decades, we have
returned many times; embodying the
love of God in one of the poorest corners of the nation of Honduras.
Our 2015 opportunity to serve in
Honduras will be the week of July 23
-30. Check your summer 2015 calendar, circle that week, and watch for
more details!
THIS MONTH/WEEK IN ACTION
——DEACON OF THE WEEK——
February 15-21
Ann Lauman
ann@thelaumans.net
February 22-28
Valerie Linn
valerielinn03@gmail.com
March 1-7
Mike Peters
mpeters@petersre.com
March 8-14
Jann Puckett
jann.puckett47@gmail
——— CAREGIVING ———
CAREGIVING CHAIR FOR
FEBRUARY
Susan O’Mara
CAREGIVING CHAIR FOR
MARCH
Sylvia Carraway
CAREGIVI NG COORDINATORS
FOR FEBRUARY
Jerri Harvey, Bessie Speed,
Betty Brown Edgar
CAREGIVING COORDINATOR
FOR MARCH
Merle Dean
CAREGIVER(S) OF THE WEEK
February 15-21
Susan Travis, Jan Stewart
February 22-28
Suzanne Boone, Dianne Metzner
March 1-7
Kathy Houpt
March 8-14
Patsy Caraway, Nancy Herrin,
Sylvia Carraway
March 15-21
Amy Finkelberg, Elizabeth Quinn
LITURGIST FOR FEBRUARY
David Raddin
LITURGIST FOR MARCH
Linda McGehee
FLOWERS FOR FEBRUARY
Jennifer Stribling
FLOWERS FOR MARCH
Tatum Goodman, Sylvia Carraway,
Lynda Street, Ann Lauman,
Lisa Kelly, Jan Stewart
USHER CAPTAIN FOR
FEBRUARY
Kitty Rushing
USHER CAPTAIN FOR MARCH
Dawn Warrington
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Every Wednesday:
7:00 a.m. Men’s Bible Study
7:00 a.m. Men’s Prayer Group
Every Thursday:
10:00 a.m. Mid-City Bible Class,
Mid-City Community Ctr.
Sunday, February 22
8:30 a.m. Chapel Communion
9:15 a.m. Orientation Class, L/CR
9:15 a.m. Sunday School
10:30 a.m. Worship Service/Baptism
11:45 a.m. Reception for Amy Finkelberg, GH
3:30 p.m. Children’s Ministry Committee, NCC
5:00 p.m. Preschool and Elementary Atrium,
Girls of Grace and Guys 456
5:30 p.m. Adult Studies, Adult Ed.
Building, Rm. 118
5:30 p.m. All Youth, YH
Monday, February 23
8:30 a.m. Caregiving Committee, L/CR
10:00 a.m. Meals on Wheels
Tuesday, February 24
7:30 a.m. Chapel Communion
9:30 a.m. A Lenten Offering, Adult Ed.
Building
6:00 p.m. Women’s Book Study, GH
Wednesday, February 25
12:00 p.m. Young Women’s Bible Study, NCC
5:30 p.m. Wednesday Night Supper, GH
7:00 p.m. Choir Rehearsal
Thursday, February 26
5:30 p.m. Missions Committee, L/CR
Sunday, March 1
9:15 a.m. Orientation Class, L /CR
9:15 a.m. Children’s Sunday School
Assembly, GH
9:15 a.m. Sunday School
10:30 a.m. Worship Service/Communion/
Baptism
3:30 p.m. Girls Book Club Kick-off
5:00 p.m. Preschool and Elementary Atrium,
Girls of Grace and Guys 456
5:30 p.m. Adult Studies, Adult Ed.
Building, Rm. 118
6:15 p.m. Youth Winter Banquet, GH
Monday, March 2
7:00 a.m. Young Men’s Bible Study, GH
8:30 a.m. Caregiving Committee, L/CR
10:00 a.m. Meals on Wheels
Tuesday, March 3
7:30 a.m. Chapel Communion
9:30 a.m. A Lenten Offering, Adult Ed.
Building
Wednesday, March 4
12:00 p.m. Young Women’s Bible Study, NCC
5:30 p.m. Wednesday Night Supper, GH
6:30 p.m. Youth First Wednesday
7:00 p.m. Choir Rehearsal
Sunday, March 8
8:30 a.m. Chapel Communion
9:15 a.m. Orientation Class, L/CR
9:15 a.m. Sunday School
10:30 a.m. Worship Service
No Evening Activities
Monday, March 9
Youth Leave for Orlando
8:30 a.m. Caregiving Committee, L/CR
5:15 p.m. Cancer Support, L/CR
NORTHMINSTER BAPTIST CHURCH
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Jackson, MS 39211
601-982-4703
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RETURN SERVICE REQUESTED
"A Lenten Journey: 2015"
~ a gift to Northminster from the Worship and Music Committee ~
"A Lenten Journey: 2015" provides a guide for personal and family worship
during the season of Lent. These devotional booklets consist of creative writings, personal reflections, and Northminster moments, written and gathered by 16 members of the Committee. Beginning with Ash Wednesday, the guides will be
placed in hallways, Sunday School areas, and gathering places around our
church. Please take as many as needed for yourselves and for friends and family. It
is our hope that these expressions will add to the meaningfulness and importance
of each of our Lenten journeys.
A Lenten Offering: A Picnic of Words
Tuesdays: February 24, March 3, March 17, March 24 and March 31
Adult Education Building
9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Led by Ellen Gabardi
Ellen leads small groups and retreats, primarily for women. She has received
training from Shalem, a contemplative spiritual formation institute in Washington DC,
in leading small, contemplative groups; she has also received training from The Center
for Ministry at Millsaps College as a spiritual director.
Suggested Contribution: $50 payable to Operation Shoestring to support their
summer camps program. Ellen will gratefully receive when we gather.
To register: E-mail Ellen at cgabardi@aol.com Minimum of 5 participants is required.
Brumfield House
February 26
Bryan Bridges
March 5
Anonymous
March 12
Skipper Jernigan
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Grace House
February 26
Mike and Anne Peters
March 5
Zina and Steve Bass
March 12
Cathy and Jeff Davis