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RUNNING TOGETHER: One Day Class Join Pastor Rocky on Saturday, September 21, from 8:30 a.m. 12:00 p.m., in the Student Center, as he teaches Running Together, Northsides Membership Class. If youre new to Northside or if youre a member who hasnt previously attended, this class is for you! Childcare (ages 11 and under) will be provided by reservation only. We are asking attendees to please register in advance. Registration forms are available at the information desk or you can register online at www.northsidebaptist.org. Deadline to enroll is Sunday, September 15. Wednesday Nights Join us for a great time of fellowship as we resume our Wednesday evening meals on September 4 (5:00 6:00pm). Catered by Lizards Thicket, the cost is $6.00 for Adults and $3.00 for children (under 10). Please RSVP for the meal by noon on Tuesdays by calling 520-5660 or emailing postmaster@northsidebaptist.org with your name and number attending. After the meal, from 6:00 8:00 pm, a variety of classes will be available for adults through our University of Christian Training (UCT). Adult choir practice, all preschool, children, and student activities will run 6:00 8:00 pm. Mark Your Calendars Busy Womens Luncheon, Tuesday, October 1, 12-1:00 PM. Guest speaker will be Melodie Griffin. She has the unique ability to use words and music to portray a powerful message of hope and encouragement to those who need it. You will not want to miss this event! Stay tuned for further information! Silver Saints Singers Northsides Senior Adult Choir, The Silver Saints Singers, will have a sneak preview on Monday, August 26th from 9:45-11:00am in the choir room. Refreshments will be provided. Rehearsals will begin on Monday, September 9th. All senior adults 55+ are encouraged and welcome to join! WMHK Family Conference w/Dr. Kevin Leman @ Northside, November 3-4 Tickets for this conference are on sale at the Information Desk in the Main Lobby, Monday Friday, during normal office hours and also on Sunday mornings. COST: $10 per person ($20 after Oct 1). Tickets can also be purchased online at http://www.itickets.com/events/309119.html. A flyer is available in the lobby with the details. Stop by and secure your tickets today! Are You Ready For Some Football! Study results show that every week 15,000 people leave the church never to return again. Our population is the highest its ever been, yet church attendance is declining. However, the rate of children being enrolled in sports is going through the roof! At Northside we use Upward Sports

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to promote the discovery of Jesus through an environment where children learn sportsmanship, teamwork, fundamentals, and rules of the game while gradually increasing the level of competition. Will You do what it takes to make a difference and build a bridge between the community and the church through sports? Volunteer today at www.northsidebaptist.org or call 803-520-5669! Experience helpful but not necessary, we will train you. Season info: Player Evaluations on September 7th and 10th, followed by Coach and Referee Orientation on September 17th. Practices begin the week of September 23rd. Players will practice one night a week with games on Saturdays from October 5th-November 23rd. Sportsmens Banquet September 12 Northside Mens Ministry presents the 2013 Sportsmens Banquet on Thursday, September 12, at 6:30 pm in the Worship Center. Speaker: Chris Wells, Chaplin Bassmasters Elite Series. Tickets ($5 includes meal) on sale Sunday mornings in the Main Lobby or at the Information Desk during church office hours. AWANA-because kids are important to God One of the most important things we can help our kids do is hide Gods word in their hearts and learn to apply its truths. AWANA is that type of program that combines basic truths, scripture memory, and lots of fun to help shape a childs biblical world view. Will you give of your time on Wednesday nights from 6-8pm to help a child establish these foundational truths? It doesnt take a rocket scientist, it just takes willing hands and a servants heart. Contact Lori Ford to volunteer with Puggles (2 year olds) or Cubbies (3s and 4s) or David Ford to volunteer with Sparks (k-2nd) or Truth in Training (3rd-5th). Awana starts September 4, you can register and pay for your children online at:https://www.northsidebaptist.org/forms/vision/ awana-registration. URGENT: Mission Columbia Needs Mission Columbia is in need of Boys and Mens clothing of any sizes and canned foods (including soup). Please place the clothing and food in the designated box in the main lobby. Call Mission Columbia with any questions at 803-926-3020. Attention All Kids! Sunday, September 8 is Friend Day during our Northside Kids morning services! We want everyone to invite friends to church for this super day! Look for invitations this week to give to your friends. We will have prizes for all guests and one grand prize to the child that brings the most friends. Northside Kids Sunday Nights Our Sunday night kids programing starts back on Sunday, September 8. We are upgrading our Mission program to Theres an App for That! We will offer different class topics apps and the children get to choose one each semester. Some courses we are offering this semester include: Princess with a Purpose, Bad Guys of the Bible and DivorceCare for Kids. More details coming soon! With our new class layout, we need additional teachers and class helpers. Would you consider joining our team? Please contact Alli Michael at amichael@northsidebaptist.org or 520-9534. University Of Christian Training (UCT) Classes Are Beginning In September A variety of classes, covering important topics! Opportunities to learn to grow in your Christian walk, strengthen your faith, improve your marriage, and share your hope in Jesus Christ. Offered on several days at different times and locations. On Wednesday nights, 6-8:00 and Sunday nights, 5-7:00. Programming for children and students on these nights. Booklets of classes are available at the information desk. You can register online at www.northsidebaptist.org or complete a registration form at the information desk. Northside Kids Choir Attention all parents of 4 year olds through 5th graders. Have your kids join us as we kick off another awesome semester of fun in the Northside Kids Choir on September 8 at 5:00 pm! We will have a great time together learning some music concepts, hearing about our amazing God, and preparing for our new Christmas program. Please contact Katy Schrodt at schrodtfamily@sc.rr.com with any questions. Operation Christmas Child Shoe Boxes Operation Christmas Child Shoes Boxes need to be turned in no later then Sunday, September 1. Change of Address The Churchs address is: 4347 Sunset Blvd. Lexington, SC 29072 If you currently do bill pay with your bank for your tithe, please make sure the churchs address is up-to-date with your bank.

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Worship 9:15 307 Worship 10:45 459 ETC 108 Kids Worship 108 Iglesia Bautista Nueva Vida 25 The Hill 68 Northside - West Campus 114 Total LIFE Groups 726 Total Worship 1189
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