WEEKLYDECEMBER 08

Senior Adult Christmas Banquet, Tuesday night, December 17th, 6:00 to 8:30pm, in the Life Center Cost $8. Sign up by TODAY on the Bulletin board outside of rooms 106 & 108 in the Education building or contact the Pastoral Care Office. TODAY IS DEADLINE for sign-up and payment.

Contact: Angie Yelverton ayelverton@enorthside.org 910.791.6053, Ext. 118

Now Open!Each year we offer you the opportunity to 'mail'

your Christmas cards to your fellow church members by using our mailboxes located in the Education Building, on the other side of the library. And, at the same time, be a blessing to our Lottie Moon Missionaries as all funds received go to this fund.Simply address your cards with

recipient's name only, place cash or check on top of your cards at 10 cents each, rubber band them, and place them in the regular looking mailbox and raise the flag. Our volunteers, Pennie and Mary Jackson, will make sure all funds are turned in and will distribute your cards into the correct cubby hole. Of course, if you prefer, you can distribute them yourself. Just remember to start checking YOUR mailbox to pick up the cards left for you!

"Christmas Week Closure"In observance of the Christmas and New Years Holidays, Northside offices and all buildings on campus will be closed from Tuesday, December 24th at 12:00pm until Thursday, January 2nd at 8:30am. There will be no worship services on December 29th. We hope you enjoy your Christmas and New Years Holidays, and your time of rest with your families!

Christmas 2013 – “Life Changing Gifts”Give your family and friends a gift this year that will make a difference! Feed an orphan in Haiti, minister to our Hispanic community, beautify our Fountain, sponsor VBS or help raise godly children with AWANA! Northside is offering a unique opportunity to honor your family and friends with a life-changing gift, while blessing important ministries. When you make a donation to our special projects, we will provide you with a “Christmas Gift Donation Card” to share with your honoree. Please pick up a brochure at the information counter.

“Principle #2 -- Embrace Your Position”Who is the main provider for your home? According to the Bible, God is! (Phil. 4:19) He is Jehovah Jireh; you are the steward, the manager. That is great news! You worship the Creator of everything and He is willing to equip you with time, talents and treasures to manage. When you embrace your position as a steward, you are exercising faith in God as your provider. Learn more about stewardship and live a truly blessed life!

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FINANCIAL MINISTRIES || WINTER 2013

Please contact Arvid Cowell, Director of Financial Ministries at:

acowell@enorthside.orgRestoration || Education || Strategy

Stewardship Principle #2: Embrace your position as a steward.

(Matthew 6:25)

TITHESOFFERINGS WORSHIP

THROUGH GIVING

WEEKLY NEEDS | $42,846.88DECEMBER 01 | GIVING CAMPAIGN | $ 1,487.00

SUNDAY | DECEMBER 01 | T&O: $45,115.65

“Bondye Beni Ou!”“The Least of These” is a self-supporting ministry of Northside Baptist Church, relying on the generous contributions of those with a passion for helping orphans in Haiti. We work with Faith for Little Angels orphanage in Bon Repos, Haiti to provide food, medical, educational and spiritual assistance to children who need it desperately. Your monthly donation of just $22 can change the life of one child now and for eternity as we feed them both physically and spiritually. This is a great way to put feet to your faith! Join us today and bring hope to those who need it the most! Bondye Beni Ou! (God Bless You!)

“Year End Giving”In order for your 2013 giving to be counted on this year's income taxes, you may give in any one of the following ways: 1. Fill out an envelope and place your cash or check in it and drop it in the offering box on Sun., Dec. 22nd. 2. Give your donation online, prior to midnight on Tues., Dec. 31st. 3. Give your donation through regular mail. However, the envelope must be postmarked by December 31st. Contact: Carolin Strickland || 910-791-6053. Ext. 107

SUNDAY | NOVEMBER 24 | T&O: $29,230.31

NOVEMBER 24 | GIVING CAMPAIGN | $ 545.25

CONNECT OPPORTUNITIES & EVENTS

Thinking about joining Northside? Don’t miss our next Exploring The Vision Class. Here you will discover who we are as a church and the core beliefs that drive us. The next class is January 8th, at 6:30pm, in room 212. Register at enorthside.org.

What better way to connect to someone than giving them a ride to church? And we will provide the vehicle and the fuel! No lifting or special assistance is needed, and both men and women can serve in this ministry. Couples may also serve together. Contact: Robert Bisanar || 910.452.7425

Ever thought of hosting a small group? Do you think of ways to connect to others in the church, but are unsure on how to get it started? Let us help you! We can work with you to make your small group a reality and allow God to create new connections at Northside. Contact: Angie Yelverton || 910.791.6053, Ext. 118 Do you want to connect to others on a deeper level? Consider attending, or even facilitating, a discipleship group at Northside. We have great resources for you to use to get started with these life changing opportunities. Contact: Angie Yelverton || 910.791.6053, Ext. 118

Downtown Evangelism || 6:30pm/Church Parking Lot or 7:00pm Downtown Post Office || Friday, December 15 | Come share the Good News of Jesus! You can share your faith, pray for those you speak with, or just listen as your friends share! Contact: Becky Williams || 910.620.9215

STUDENT MINISTRIES || EVENT INFONSM Summer Camp || June 16-20 High School - July 21-25 Middle School || $310.00 per person || Myrtle Beach, SC ||

At ECAMPS, we strive to enhance the relationship between student ministry and their students.

PAYMENT SCHEDULE: $50.00 non-refundable deposit due by December 15, 2013$210.00 non-refundable payment due by March 2, 2014$50.00 non-refundable final balance due by May 1, 2014Limited space available - register online to reserve your spot. Contact: Erin Cowell || 910.791-6053, Ext. 120 NSM CHRISTMAS PARTY || December 18, 2013Northside Life Center || 6:00pm -8:30pmNorthside students are invited to come and enjoy a time of celebration for the birth of Our Savior. More details will be presented at the student service Wednesday night.

Northside Home School Group FUNDRAISER December 17, 2013 || Jungle Rapids || 3:00pm - 7:00pmBring the family and join us. Be sure to let them know you are with NHSG Fundraiser when purchasing tickets. You'll receive a special wristband to make sure we are properly credited. Each ticket includes a choice of 2 activities: Go-Karts, Jungle Golf, Laser Tag, Climbing Wall, Sky Tower, or Kids Jungle. Fundraiser tickets also include 16 game tokens to use in the arcade! Tickets are $10 each (an $18 value).Contact: Cheryl Jacobs || 910.395.1951

3-Cord Ministry & Gift Baskets for Neonatal Intensive Care UnitJoin us as we reach out to families with infants in the NICU & in area shelters in need of emotional and spiritual support during this stressful time in their lives. We will be collecting items for baskets & bags to be delivered for Christmas. Suggestions: toiletries, unscented lotions, devotionals, journals, socks, candy, snacks, pens, etc. If you do not have time to shop but would like to donate we can shop for you. Please place items in "3-Cord Ministry" box in Ministry hallway of the Educational building by Thursday, Dec. 19th. Contact: Carolyn Bell || 910.262.2736

“Stocking Stuffers for Haiti”Are your looking for just the right "Stocking Stuffer"

with some meaning and significance? Then, we have just the item for you! "The Least of These" ministry team will be selling window statics with the Northside logo starting December 1st in the vestibule. These statics will be $4 and all profits will go to feed and care for the 23 children at the Faith for the Little Angels of Haiti

orphanage in Bon Repos. By purchasing the static, you will “connect”

others to our church and provide money to support our

children at the orphanage. What a great gift!

The altar flowers today, have been placed in memory of our Mom's birthday, and in memory of our brother, Elwood, who recently passed last week. They both touched so many lives, and were a true testimony of God's love and mercy for us all. Can you imagine the excitement in Heaven as Elwood entered the heavenly gates to be with our parents and other siblings that are there waiting on us? And knowing Elwood, as you all did, I am sure there was a grand entrance! GOD is so good. You will always be in our hearts. Dorothy & Rex, Mary & Ronnie,

Betty & Mike, Ronnie & Judy

Contact: Angie Yelverton ayelverton@enorthside.org 910.791.6053, Ext. 118

Are you a first time guest and have a

question about Northside or something you heard in the

service today? Please, stop by our connection center out front and

someone will help you find the answers and invite

you to our Guest Reception room.

PRESCHOOL VOLUNTEERSSunday 8:00amKathy WatsonFrances BaltezagerSunday 9:30amJulie AllenEric RitterLauren HolleyMicala BennettMarilyn DanielsMicala BennettDawn AllenEd & Kimberly RubinSunday 11:00amSusan TynerJudy CooperAshley ButlerAmy CookSunday 12:30pmBrittany Curry, Kimber Kellum, Carolin Strickland, Jennifer BellWednesday 6:30amDarlene ChenevertPaul FladosSherry RamsayMelissa Chinn DEACONS SERVINGBoyd Flemming | 910.231.3026Danny Debose |910.675.9984Deacon on call Dec. 13th - Dec 15th

Ronnie Cook | 910.520.5946 TRANSPORTATION MINISTRYDriver for DecemberJohn Goodson | 910.225.0250 LOCK-UP MINISTRY12/8 | Billy Griffin12/11 | Chris Clow12/15 | Jimmy Sandel

SERVING THIS WEEK

"Toys for Tots"Be a blessing to a less fortunate

child in our community this Christmas! Bring a NEW, unwrapped toy for any age

child to donate to Toys for Tots! There are bins located at the connection center or in the preschool. TODAY is the last day to bring in toys.

Contact - Jennifer Groves910.791.6053, Ext. 119

Connection Night || A Women's Ministry Fellowship EventDecember 20 || A-Building The Connection Night and Events are a place for all women to learn, encourage, and find friendship as we grow in our relationship with Christ. We hope to see you there! There is no cost, just bring your smile. Lorri Sumner is joining us and will be reminding us of our focus at Christmas. We will be putting together baskets for NICU and bags for the 3-Cord Ministry for shelters & are collecting items now. They can be placed in 3-Cord box in Ministry Hall or bring it with you. Contact: Carolyn Bell || 910.262.2736