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VOLUME 2 , ISSUE 37
RUNNING TOGETHER: One Day Class Join Pastor Rocky 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 handed out with the bulletin today (complete and drop off at the Information Desk). Deadline to enroll is today! Wednesday Nights Join us for a great time of fellowship at our Wednesday evening meals (5:00 6:00pm). Catered by Lizards Thicket, the cost is $6.00 for Adults and $3.00 for children (under 10). The menu (9/18): fried chicken tenders or pork chops (choice of 1 item), baby limas, buttered carrots, corn bread, rolls and tea. 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! Tickets ($5.00) on sale in the main lobby today. 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! Billy Graham MY HOPE Training Tonight from 5-7:00 PM in the Worship Center This training is for those who volunteered to be Matthews and were unable to attend the training on July 17.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2013

University Of Christian Training (UCT) Classes Have Begun 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. Some classes will start later. 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. Are You Ready For Some Football! At Northside we use Upward Sports 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 803-5205669! Experience helpful but not necessary, we will train you. Season info: 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 5thNovember 23rd. URGENT: Mission Columbia Needs Mission Columbia is in need of canned vegetables, and soup. We also are in need of boys and mens clothing of any sizes. Please place the food and clothing in the designated box in the main lobby. Call Mission Columbia with any questions at 803-926-3020. Missions Golf Tournament October 3, 2013 Golden Hills Golf & Country Club Contact Phil Gibson (803-920-2586) or Bill Sutton (803-606-7594) for more information. Baby Dedication Celebration October 13, 2013 Northside Kids Jr. will be hosting the next Baby Dedication Celebration on Sunday, October 20! If you are interested in participating please register your child online at: http://northsidebaptist.org/forms/ baby-dedication-celebration. Registration Deadline is September 29 as there will be homework to complete and pictures to submit in time for booklet publication. Contact Lori Ford at 520-5669 or lford@northsidebaptist. org for more information. XYZStarting up again after the Summer! First meeting, Tuesday, Sept 17 10:30 AM Worship Center Program: Lew Jernigan registered therapy dog trainer and a reading by Shirley Reames Menu: Country Style Steak, Mashed Potatoes w/gravy, peas (small Lesueur), fruit cup, bread, and beverage Cost: $6.00 South Asia Mission Team Interest Meeting Today @ 4:00 pm - Room 123 Come and see what the Lord is doing through our South Asia team to reach the Awadhi people group since 2005 and how you can be involved! Evangelism - Reaching unreached villages; Visiting seekers groupsBringing seekers to the Saviorthose who have already heard the gospel but have not accepted Jesus as their personal Savior and been baptized.; Training Local Leaders - Strengthening local leadership. If you are unable to make the meeting and would like more information, please email Donna Scarboro at dscarboro325@aol.com or call the missions office at 803-520-9544. Congrats to NCA Crusaders Congratulations to the NCA Crusaders football team for their 40-16 win over Andrew Jackson Academy. The NCA Crusaders are currently undefeated. LIFE Group Visitation Night Sunday, September 29 5-7:00 PM LIFE Group folders with visitation information inside will be available in the church lobby. Come and write cards and make visits to prospects and new members! Gift bags will be available for people to deliver.

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Vital Signs for September 8 Worship 9:15 299 Worship 10:45 582 ETC 125 Kids Worship 125 Iglesia Bautista Nueva Vida 27 The Hill 65 Northside - West Campus 97 Total LIFE Groups 805 Total Worship 1320