Volume 28, Number 9 April 28, 2019 www.Eastmont.

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Prayer Service
Come celebrate Easter with us…
May 1, 2019 @ 6:15 PM Fellowship Hall

He is Risen!
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GRADUATE RECOGNITION
Sunday, May 5 @ 10:30 AM
High School and College

Congratulations
Graduates
Don’t let anyone

Class of look down on you because you are young,

but set an example for the believers
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2019 in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith and in purity.
1 Timothy 4:12

A Look Inside ……...

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 From Your Pastor
Mike Northcutt - mnorthcutt@eastmont.org
I enjoy accidental funny headlines. Here is one:
Two Sisters Reunite After 18 Years at Checkout Counter
Easter Sunday is like a reunion. Worship was clearly fo-
cused on God. An audience of One is always the best wor-
ship. Being obsessed with what others think is the quickest
way to forget what God thinks. I saw hearts, hands and
hopes raised because we focused on the risen Christ.
Yet there was also a horizontal impact. There were sisters
and brothers united. It wasn’t at a checkout counter after
18 years. It was in pews, aisles, hallways, prayer groups,
hugs, handshakes and smiles. We have discovered that we
are better together. I’m convinced the strength of any
church lies in the quality of small groups. If we don’t love
our people, we will lose our people. I’m glad you practice
this faithfully.
Rev. Bill Baker was one of the pastors at Capitol Heights
when I was saved. He told me, “What you do on Easter is
important. What you do between Easters is even more im-
portant.”
One of our parents was trying to explain the empty tomb
to their preschooler.
Child: “Where is Jesus now?”
Mom: “He is everywhere.”
Child: “Is he the one that opens the doors at the grocery
store?”
Most of us know Christ lives in each of us through his
Holy Spirit and is also alive in the church (2 or more gath-
ered). But let me remind you of another place Christ said
you would find Him. He is somehow present in the lives
of those who are hungry, thirsty, lonely, naked, sick, im-
prisoned. Jesus said, “Whatever you did for one of these
brothers of mine, you did it unto me.” (Matt. 25:40) We
delight in the worship of Christ each Sunday. Let’s also
remember we can find Him throughout the week.
Another nine people professed their faith at Backpack
Baptism. PTL! You also generously exceeded our Easter
Mission Offering. At least six mission teams are prepar-
ing. Some local, some out of state, some international.
Across the aisle. Across the street. Across the world.
Thanks for praying, giving and going.
Remember our vision:
Love God Passionately
Love People Practically
Share Christ Personally
Please continue to pray for our Pastor Search Committee.
The committee, which meets at least weekly,
is composed of
Cindy Pitts, Courtney Corum, Brian Clements, Travis
Jordan, David Seay, Jerry Short, and chairman, Brian Key.
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Children’s Ministry
Jeremy Lynch - jlynch@eastmont.org
We need safe, loving adults to serve in our Preschool and
Children's Ministry
Greeters - 8:55-9:30 one month every quarter
5th grade Life Group - 1 Volunteer
Sunday Morning Teacher/Coordinator Meetings
Breakfast @ 8 AM, Room 313. Our upcoming meetings:
May 5 begins at 8:30 and ends at 9:00. We will take a
break during summer months and resume in September.
Timothy Time - Sundays at 4:45pm. Meet on the play-
ground
Secret Church
April 26th 6:00 pm
Preschool and Children’s Ministry teachers and leaders are
invited to this time of intense Bible study and prayer.
State Pinewood Derby - 10am Saturday, May 4th
Disaster Relief Center in Prattville. Jeremy & Heath need
to know who is going
VBS all workers meeting - May 19, 2:30-4:00pm in
Fellowship Hall
5th & 6th Grade Mission Journey
May 30th - June 2nd. Going to Huntsville and Mentone, AL
to serve, tour and help in commissioning summer mission-
aries @ the Nehemiah Training Center. Cost is $50
VBS: The Incredible Race - June 10-14
Online registration open now at eastmont.org/events/
Senior Adult Ministry
Billy Dickey - bdickey@eastmont.org
Forever Young
Tuesday, May 21, 10:00 am in room 205. Our special
guest will be Bobby DuBois. Covered dish to follow in
Fellowship Hall
Senior Adult VBS
May 13, 14, & 15th. Please contact Ashley in the church
office if you would like to volunteer at one of the sites.
Special Thank – You!!!
Thank you so much to everyone who volunteered to help
at this year’s Alabama State Nurses Conference. Each of
you did an amazing job. April & Charlene also wanted
you to know how appreciative they were of your service.
Thank you again for your servant’s heart and willingness
to serve others with joy.
Sympathy to ….
• The family of Bill Dunn who passed away on April 14,
2019.
• The family of Daphne Bates who passed away on April
22, 2019.
 Student Ministry
Cleve Mallory - cmallory@eastmont.org
GRADUATE RECOGNITION SUNDAY
Sunday, May 5, we will honor Eastmont Graduates of the
Class of 2019. Seniors, please remember to turn in all
requested pictures and guest numbers for the meal as
soon as possible. Memory tables may be decorated
starting Thursday, May 2, in the connecting hallway.
1J2 SUMMER CLUB
1J2 takes place June 3-7. We will still serve the Hyde
Park community; however, we have also been invited to
serve with Pastor Dwayne Rembert and Flatline Church
at Chisolm. Details coming very soon.
HELPING HANDS
As a fundraiser for the St. Louis Mission trip, church
members may call the office and speak to Karen to sub-
mit a project for students to complete.
SUMMER MISSION TRIP
June 23-29, 2019, the student ministry will be in St. Louis,
Missouri. The cost is $300 per person. Information is
available through the church website.
SUPER SUMMER July 8-12
The registration deadline for SSAL has passed. For those
who registered, be sure to pick up a MY TESTIMONY
sheet, available outside the TimeOut room.
Music & Worship Ministries
Lance Maddox - lmaddox@eastmont.org
The death, burial and resurrection of Jesus Christ is the
foundation of our faith. We have seen it celebrated in
powerful ways over the last two weeks! Much gratitude
to all those that have given of their time, effort and gifts
to honor The Lord through The Passion Play and Easter
Sunday morning services! A special thanks to the stu-
dents that participated… It is such an encouragement to
see today’s generation of leaders mentoring, developing
and leading worship alongside those that will follow in
their footsteps!
STUDENT CHOIR
See you this Sunday, April 28!
Our last Student Jam for this school year will be May 19!
Student Jam is a time that we encourage and develop
gifts for the Lord. It is also the way we are able to recog-
nize the interest, skill and commitment in potential
members for Student Bands. Make plans to join us right
after the 10:30 service in the Choir Suite.
MEMORIAL DAY BOSTON BUTT SALE!!!!
Contact the Music and Worship Office to purchase a
ticket.
FOREVER YOUNG CHOIR
Next rehearsals will be 4/30, 5/14, 5/28.
College & Career Ministry
Gene Kim - gkim@eastmont.org
Mosaic
Will be on the last Sunday night of each month. Meets at
Cloverdale Baptist at 8pm. Next meeting April 28th. Guest
Speaker: Dewayne Rembert, Pastor of Flatline Church at
Chisholm.
Home Groups
Every Thursday at 7pm at the Kim’s house (4023 John-
stown Dr). Study will be Letters to the Church by Francis
Chan.
Graduate Recognition Sunday
We want to honor all of our collegiate and higher educa-
tion graduates of this past year during the 10:30am
service on May 5. In order to be recognized please send
the graduate’s name, their parent’s name(s), school, and
official name of degree to Karen Bush at
kbush@eastmont.org.
Missions
Mother’s Day Ministry Event
Saturday, May 11 5:00 - 7:00 pm
If you are interested in helping with this ministry to
women who need to know the love of Jesus please con-
tact Karen Bush in the church office - 277-6300.
Guatemala Information Meeting
If you missed the meeting on Sunday, March 24, please
contact Gene (gkim@eastmont.org) for a copy of the
information packet.
Samaritan Inn Annual Banquet & Silent Auction
Tuesday, April 30 @ 6:00 pm at Taylor Road Baptist
Church. Tickets are $20 each or $150 for a table of 8.
RSVP to Debbie Jones at 334-201-6868 by April 26.
Miscellaneous
Secret Church
Following the Persecuted Church’s example, we’re
inviting LifeGroups to join in this time of intense Bible
study & prayer on April 26 at 6PM. Locations will vary.
The topic is Prayer, Fasting, & the Pursuit of God. A
limited number of participant books are available for
your group. To reserve copies or for more info contact
Gene Kim.
Deacon Nominations
Deacon nomination forms are located at ballot boxes at
the Welcome Center by the old kitchen and in the hall by
the handicapped entrance outside the worship center. If
you know of someone who may be qualified to become a
deacon candidate, please take a nomination form and
read it carefully before submitting a nomination.
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April 28, 2019 WEDNESDAY NIGHT FELLOWSHIP MEAL

May 1, 2019
Sunday, April 28 Sunday, May 5 Hamburger Steak, White Rice, Lima Beans, Salad, Dessert & Drink
8:10 AM Worship Service 8:10 AM Worship Service $5/Adult / Children eat free (Max. $15/family)
9:20 AM LifeGroups 9:20 AM LifeGroups
10:30 AM Worship Service 10:30 AM Worship Service May 8, 2019
5:00 PM Discipleship 12:00 PM Graduate Lunch Baked Chicken, Mac & Cheese, English Peas, Salad, Dessert & Drink
5:00 PM Discipleship $5/Adult / Children eat free (Max. $15/family)

Wednesday, May 1 Wednesday, May 8 WEEKLY GIVING

5:00 PM Wednesday Night Meal 5:00 PM Wednesday Night Meal
6:00 PM Adult Choir
April 7, 2019 April 14, 2019
6:00 PM Adult Choir General Budget General Budget
Orchestra Practice Orchestra Practice $48,540. 00 $22,723.39
6:15 PM Timeout (youth) 6:15 PM Timeout (youth) Emergency Fund Emergency Fund
Mission Groups Mission Groups $2,060.00 $2,330 .00
Prayer Meeting / Bible Drill Prayer Meeting
Annie Armstrong – Received to date $26,593.64
Thursday, May 2 Thursday, May 9
10:00 AM Bible Study 10:00 AM Bible Study LIFEGROUP TOTALS
National Day of Prayer
April 14, 2019 April 21, 2019
BUILDING LOCK UP Preschool……………….…....66 Preschool……………….…...69
Children……………….….…..50 Children……………….…….. 63
April 28, 2019 May 5, 2019
Allen Deal & Eric Hill Jerry Gentle & Ralph Jefferson Students……………..……….61 Students…………….………..83
Adults……………….….……355 Adults……………….……… 524
BUS MINISTRY Total………………….….…..532 Total………………….…….. 739
April 28, 2019 May 5, 2019
Brandon Burns - 221-5833 Brian Gjesvold - 514-0363

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