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Volume 24, Number 11 May 31, 2015 www.eastmont.org
A Look Inside... From Your Pastor Page 2
VBS DecorationDaysPage 2
Recycling For MissionsPage 3
College Home Group Bible Study Page 3
CARPENTERS FOR CHRISTPlease be in prayer for the team that will
be going to Buena Vista, GA to build a new worship facility for
Tazewell Baptist Church. The trip is from June 3 thru 13. The
advanced team leaves at 6 am on the 3rd and the main party leaves
at 6 am on the 5th. Anyone can join us for the send-off. We will
circle up in the hill-top parking lot just before we leave.
Carpenters for Christ Team: Charles Camp, Joe Clements, Joey
Clements, Thomas Corum, Tom Goodman, Brian Gjesvold, Bobby Griggs,
Eric Hill, Jim Hyland, Darry Johnston, Travis Jordan, Fred
Lawrence, Billy Love, David Martinez, Danny McDonald, Wayne
Meadows, Jimmy Mills, Bill Moore, David Morse, Ted Nielsen, Garrett
Payton, Billy Pollard, Paul Rambo, Scott Short, Joe Torrillo,
Austin Vick, and Dallas Vick.
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Adrian Rogers was a wonderful preacher. He once told our small
group of ministers, Dont ever wrestle with a pig. You both get
dirty and the pig enjoys it. When a nonbelieving world wants to
oppose our faith and values, we always take the high road. We never
lower ourselves by repaying evil with evil. Instead we overcome
evil with good. I dont shout darkness away or even shoot it away.
To remove darkness we just turn on the light. Lets always let the
light of Jesus shine through us.
If you are involved at Eastmont you know how wonderful this
church is. Yet healthy churches dont just happen without an effort.
It takes compassion, patience, forgiveness, etc. Gene McDonald once
told our deacons Anybody can tear down a barn, but it takes a
carpenter to build one. Thanks for being carpenters at
Eastmont.
Like many of you I was disappointed when our prospective
music/worship leader changed his mind. God must have so much more
in store for us! God does not just open another door, I believe He
opens a better door. Pray for our music search committee as they
resume.
Sunday School is essential at Eastmont. These small groups are
our best way to build community, grow faith and make disciples.
Like most churches one half of our members never attend. This
summer would you adopt one family from your class that seldom
attends and build a caring, encouraging connection with them? Dont
let anyone be forgotten and fade away. They may never attend, but
that is O.K. The spiritual connection is most important. (Galatians
6:1-2)
Connie and I celebrate our 40th wedding anniversary next Sunday.
While we are away, Brother Art and our deacons will lead us in
worship through the Lords Supper. By the way, thanks for being a
congregation that enables and strengthens healthy marriages.
Forty five years ago I was called to preach. Three things have
enabled me to remain faithful: Our gracious Lord, my loving family
and an encouraging church. You are the best.
FROM YOUR PASTORMike Northcutt - [email protected]
CHILDRENS MINISTRYJeremy Lynch - [email protected]
I would like to introduce our summer Childrens Ministry Intern,
Zac Scanlon. Many of you know him, as he has been a part of
Eastmont his entire life. He is a college student at Jacksonville
State and is home for the summer. He loves the Lord, became a
Christ-follower while in the youth group, and has surrendered to
full-time ministry. He will be ministering with us on our 5th &
6th grade mission trip, VBS, 1J2 weeks, 5th & 6th boys Bible
Study, camp, and more! Glad to have you on the team, Zac!1J2 (1
John 2:2) Summer ClubsDates this summer: June 1-5, July 6-10,
August 3-7.Its not just a youth event, its a collaboration of our
Eastmont family coming together to share the love of Christ here in
Montgomery. Each week please put it on your calendars to come,
pray, and/or give. For our 1st - 6th graders, bring a brown bag
lunch, we will meet at 9 AM here at Eastmont, join in on the club
activities, & then have some structured fun/activities each
afternoon from 12-3 PM for those that ministered each day. Check
out Facebook 252 to learn more.VBS: Son Sparks Lab Monday - Friday,
June 15th - 19th, from 9 AM - 12 PM. Come Discover Gods Plan for
You, and lets share the adventure together. Contact our VBS
Coordinators, Stormy Robinson or Tracy Atcheson to learn how to
join! Family Fun Night on Thursday, June 18th, 6-8 PM, includes
Free Hot Dog Supper and Family Entertainment @7 PM. We are excited
to be introducing our VBS online registration. Stay posted on our
Facebook groups via 252 & First Look. Thanks for all the
newspapers, 2 Liter bottles, & paper towel rolls. We currently
have an abundance and dont need anymore.Our next Parent/Child
Dedication Will be on Fathers Day (Sunday, June 21st) during the
2nd service. No matter the age of your child(ren), please contact
Karen or Jeremy if you would like your family to join this time of
dedication to the Lord.Its Just a PhaseEvery life stage of a kid
matters! What phase is your child in? PHASE: A time frame in a kids
life when you can leverage distinctive opportunities to influence
their future. Be on the lookout for our Eastmont Phase Wall!
www.JustaPhase.com
VBS Decoration DaysJune 11-14, Child care by reservation only
during business hours on the 11th & 12th. Call Karen in the
church office to reserve child care.5th & 6th Grade Bible
StudiesTuesday nights at 6:30 PMGirls Study at the Meyers home
(4416 Chrystan Rd.)Boys Study at the Vicks home (417 Towne Lake
Dr.)
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Thursday Night Home GroupsJoin us for our new study Dont Waste
Your Summer. Well be meeting at the Corums at 7pm (1243 Cedric
Ct.).Sunday Night Small Groups - 5 PMGuys are studying 1 Peter in
Room 137. Girls are going through the Bible study What Love Is by
Kelly Minter in the College Room.Beach Retreat to Panama City
BeachJuly 10-12 at Laguna Beach Christian Retreat. Contact Gene for
more info.
Super Summer Balance is due June 14.
Bowling @ Bama LanesMay 31; 5-7 PM; Cost is $10
Volunteer to Work the Urban SlideSign up to Volunteer for the
Urban Slide on June 7.
Biscuits Game - June 7 at 5:30Tickets will be $6...purchase your
ticket today!Everyone is invited, so bring your family &
friends (& Fido too)
Summer Mission Trip is Coming UpContact Steve with any questions
about what to bring.
COLLEGE & CAREERGene Kim - [email protected]
MISSIONSBilly Dickey - [email protected] (international)Gene
Kim - [email protected] (local / national)
SENIOR ADULTSBilly Dickey - [email protected]
MISCELLANEOUS
STUDENT MINISTRYSteve Robinson - [email protected]
WELCOME TO EASTMONT
Forever YoungTuesday, June 23, 2015 at 10:00 AM in room 205Guest
Speaker: Sara Dubose (Author & Storyteller) Covered dish lunch
to follow.
Recycling for MissionsWe are collecting empty inkjet cartridges
(no laser or toner cartridges) and used cell phones (no
accessories). Place these items in the ministry baskets located
around the church. All proceeds go toward Eastmont Mission Trips.
Thank you for recycling for missions.
Guatemala Mission Trip - November 20-28, 2015If youve signed up
but havent turned in your deposit and/or passport, please contact
Gene ASAP. Next meeting is June 28.
Tuscaloosa Mission Trip - July 27-31Looking for volunteers to do
things like build wheelchair ramps, paint, & serve on local
evangelistic teams. No experience required. Must be 18 or older.
Cost is $50. See Billy Dickey or Gene Kim. Please call the church
office to sign up.
Church-Wide Biscuits GameJune 7 @ 5:35 PMTickets: $6Biscuits vs.
Mississippi BravesKids Day / Bark in the ParkCall the church office
to sign up.
THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU!Words cant express enough how
much I appreciate everyone who volunteered to help serve at the
Associational Leadership Conference. Youre smiling faces and all
your hard work with a servants heart made this event a tremendous
success. As we were reminded at Forever Young; God loves F.A.T.
people, Faithful, Available, & Teachable. We are truly blessed
at Eastmont with so many people being willing to be servants for
our Lord & Savior, Jesus Christ. Thank you again for all you do
to make a difference for His Kingdom. Bro. Billy
Jeffrey, Anita, Dante & Shante Dixon (May 10)By Profession
of Faith & Baptism
Zakory Martinez (May 10)By Profession of Faith & Baptism
Brittany Arnette (May 17)By Profession of Faith &
Baptism
Keri Ricci (May 17)By Statement of Faith
Bob & Ann Maynard (May 24)By Transfer of Letter
Isabelle Grace McClimans (May 24)By Profession of Faith &
Baptism
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May 31, 2015Sunday, May 31
8:10 AM Worship Service9:20 AM Sunday School10:30 AM Worship
Service5:00 PM Discipleship Classes
Monday, June 19:00 AM 1J2 Summer Clubs
Tuesday, June 29:00 AM 1J2 Summer Clubs5:30 PM Aerobics
Wednesday, June 39:00 AM 1J2 Summer Clubs 9:00 AM Craft Class
5:00 PM Outreach5:15 PM Fellowship Meal6:15 PM Adult Choir
Orchestra PracticeTimeout (youth)
6:30 PM Mission GroupsPrayer Meeting
Mens Small GroupsThursday, June 4
9:00 AM 1J2 Summer Clubs10:00 AM Bible Study 5:30 PM
Aerobics
Friday, June 5 9:00 AM 1J2 Summer Clubs
Sunday, June 78:10 AM Worship Service9:20 AM Sunday School10:30
AM Worship Service5:00 PM Discipleship Classes
Tuesday, June 95:30 PM Aerobics
Wednesday, June 105:00 PM Outreach5:15 PM Fellowship Meal6:15 PM
Adult Choir
Orchestra PracticeTimeout (youth)
6:30 PM Mission GroupsPrayer Meeting
Mens Small Groups
Thursday, June 1110:00 AM Bible Study 5:30 PM Aerobics
June 3, 2015Hamburgers, French Fries, Dessert, & Drink
June 10, 2015Soup w/Grilled Cheese Sandwiches, Salad, Desert,
& Drink
$5/Adult $2/Children (Max. $15/family)
May 3, 2015Preschool .......................... 73Children
............................ 70Students
............................ 55Adults
.............................. 610Total
................................. 808
May 10, 2015Preschool .......................... 70Children
............................ 49Students
............................ 39Adults
.............................. 544Total
................................. 702
May 17, 2015General Budget
$27,134.66Emergency Fund
$2,510.00
May 31, 2015Joe Torrillo - 272-5439
June 7, 2015Wallace Jones - 567-6093
Office: (334) 277-6300 Fax: (334) 277-6322 Careline: (334)
277-6384 Website: eastmont.org Kindergarten: (334) 244-9324 Prayer
Room: (334) 277-8876 E-mail: [email protected] Facebook:
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