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a publication of Northside Family of Faith West Columbia, South Carolina

Volume IX, Issue 2 6 Volume VII, Issue 6

Summer 2010

MONDAY-FRIDAY 7:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Super Summer Day Camp 2010

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K-5 through 6TH GRADE

Inside: Pray for our Appalachia & San Francisco Mission Teams, p.4

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From our Pastor

Why do we do church? What is our purpose? Is there a reason behind everything we do? Surprisingly, many believe the church exists to meet the needs of the members. But Jesus said, Those who want to come with me must say no to the things they want. When we become a part of the church, we give up our rights and our wants. Its no longer about us. Others say that the church exists to glorify God, and that is certainly true. Everything that exists not only owes its existence to God, but exists solely to bring glory to God. That theme is found throughout the scriptures from the very first page to the very last page. But the question is: How do we glorify God? There are many ways, but Jesus said, By this is my Father glorified, that you bear much fruit. I am convinced the number one way that the church can glorify our heavenly Father is to introduce as many people as possible to His son. Our focus as a church should be on connecting those who are lost, with the One we know as the way. Jesus illustrated this in a story in Luke 15:1-7. All the tax collectors and sinners came to listen to Jesus. But the Pharisees and the scribes complained, This man welcomes sinners and eats with them. Jesus spoke to them using this illustration: Suppose a man has 100 sheep and loses one of them. Doesnt he leave the 99 sheep grazing in the pasture and look for the lost sheep until he finds it? When he finds it, hes happy. He puts that sheep on his shoulders and goes home. Then he calls his friends and neighbors together and says to them, Lets celebrate! Ive found my lost sheep! I can guarantee that there will be more happiness in heaven over one person who turns to God and changes the way he thinks and acts than over 99 people who already have turned to God and have his approval. Later on Jesus said, The Son of Man has come to seek and to save people who are lost. Do you think we should have the same mission, the same purpose, the same desire as our Savior? Its not about us. We have already turned to God. We are now focusing our attention on those who havent been found. Will you partner with me? Are you willing to say, Whatever it takes to glorify God and reach the lost, I am willing to do? I hope so. Excited about the future,

Monthly Update
Statistics at 103 Weeks (As of April 30, 2010)
Journey-to-date Receipts....................................................................................................$1,466,390.00 Journey-to-date Amount Pledged .....................................................................................$1,893,314.07 Dollar Difference ............................................................................................................... ($426,924.07) Percent Collected ........................................................................... 77.45% of pledge amount collected

Whats Happening at the Property?

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Vacation Bible School

June 21-25
4 years through 5th grade
1303 Sunset Boulevard West Columbia, SC 29169

(803) 796-9786

Register Your Child Online:

Pastor Rocky

www.northsidebaptist.org

Tuesday, July 13 6:30 p.m.

Pray for Northsides Missionaries!

Evan & Audrey Eusey Japan

Northside on Mission

Mission Appalachia
June 5-12
Prayer Requests
have one spirit, one goal: to share the love of Jesus Christ. Thursday: Pray for each team memberthat they will be a vessel used by God to plant seeds in the lives of the people of Appalachia. Friday: Pray for the churches of Appalachia that, as we leave, they continue to be on the front lines serving our Lord and Savior. Many new contacts and lives will be touched. Pray they continue to be disciple-makers! Saturday: Pray for Terri Haley and Jessica Hunt as they prepare to join others from Pineville, Kentucky, on a mission trip to Peru in June.

This years team will lead evangelistic basketball camp, teach Vacation Bible School, evangelize door-to-door, participate in a small construction project, prayer walk through the communities, and host block parties.

(raising support)

Sarah Fowler Raleigh, NC

Sunday: Pray for the pastors of our church partners. Pray that they will have boldness to preach the gospel in their communities. Monday: Pray for the glory of God to be shown in Bell and Harlan, Kentucky; and Claiborne, Tennessee, during our trip. Tuesday: Pray for Jeff and Terri Haley and other leaders on the teamthat they will serve the people of Appalachia and the Northside team with courage, boldness, and humility. Wednesday: Pray for team unity. Pray that we

Ron & Kathy Frost Spain

Cliff & Sherry Marshall Greer, SC

Pray for Mission San Francisco

Ken & Cathy Moore Grenada

July 512
This is the first time Northsiders will travel to California to work with Andy & Stacie Wood, South Bay Church Planters.

Ko Washburn China
(Emeritus)

Prayer Requests
Wednesday: Pray for safe travel and our service project at South Bay Church.

and appreciative. The team will also finish the evangelism project. Saturday: Pray for the preparation of games for a kids camp/outreach the following week. Also pray as Sunday services are prepared. Sunday: Pray for the South Bay worship service to be an encouragement and outreach to the community, and that many will come to know Jesus personally. Monday: Pray for safety as the team returns home.

Andy & Stacie (Cloud) Wood

San Francisco, CA Mitch & Cheri McLemore, Middle East Kevin & Stephanie (Cloud) Sides, Athletes in Action

Thursday: In the morning, the team will prayer walk around the community of South Bay. Please pray for hearts and doors to be open to the gospel. In the evening, the team will be evangelizing. Friday: The team will be delivering gifts to local teachers, firemen, police, etc. Pray that recipients will be blessed

World Changers 2010: Lives Changed

World Changers was an amazing experience. I loved being able to work with my friends, help a woman in desperate need of a new roof, minister to the sweetest kids you will ever meet, and do Gods work all during the same trip. I am so thankful that I was able to go to World Changers. While on the trip, God showed me His calling in my life, and I surrendered to be a full time missionary. World Changers is changing one life at a time, and it definitely changed mine! Jessica Ann Hunt I had an amazing experience at World Changers. By serving others on the trip, God opened my eyes to all the hurt and suffering that so many others are experiencing. This experience encouraged me to continue to serve God by serving others. April Horne Jesus ultimate goal while on earth was to serve others. World Changers helped me get a little taste of how Jesus lived. If you want to be great in Gods kingdom, you must learn to be the servant. Aaron Twitty

VBS: June 2125

Start saving these items now!

Empty clean soda cans Paper towel tubes Pine Cones Scissors Construction Paper Washable Markers Small Diameter Rope or Twine Yarn Ink pads for stamping 3x3 sticky notes Magnetic tape Paper clips and brads Red, Orange, Yellow, Brown Tissue Paper Inflatable boat Clothes pins Large fabric scraps Chenille Stems Bandanas Envelopes Craft Sticks Spray Paint-Gold, Black, Silver Ziplock bags, snack size Paper lunch bags Double Sided tape Dowel Rods3/8 Aluminum pie pans Foam Plates, Bowls Saddle type blankets Index Cards Colored Duct Tape Working flashlights w/ batteries Magnetic tape or strips Small aluminum loaf pans Push pins Craft foam Leather fabric Wooden beads Grosgrain ribbon Mod Podge Bubble wrap Masking tape Fabric markers/ paints CordingHemp, Leather Toothbrushes Paint brushes Craft foam-silver, red, blue Contact Paper Tea light candles Small Wiggle Eyes Corrugated cardboard Small plastic flower pots Heavyweight aluminum foil Rulers

Donataions neeDeD

Pray for VBS: June 2125

Please pray for the children, parents, and volunteers participating in VBS this week. Use these suggestions to guide you. Day 1: Pray that kids will begin to understand that if they have questions, they can ask God for the answers. Pray that each child will see that they are indeed Gods greatest creation. Day 2: Ask God to remind kids that He cares for them no matter what circumstances they are in. Pray that God will fill them with His peace and that kids wont be afraid to cast all their cares upon Him. Day 3: Pray for the kids who do not know Jesus as their Savior and Lord. Ask that God will begin to reveal His plan for their lives in His timing. Day 4: Ask God to reveal ways for the kids to be like Jesus. Pray that He will give them compassion for others and a giving spirit.

If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him. James 1:5
Day 5: Pray that the kids will take all that theyve seen and heard this week at VBS and use it to make a difference in their daily lives. Ask God to give each child the courage to do what honors Him.

Contact the Childrens Ministry office to make a donation: 461-1823 or lford@northsidebaptist.org.

Preschool & Children

Summer Day Camp!
Themed weeks activities! and
Mon.Fri. 7:30a 6p

Kids Day: August 22

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WEEK (or $25 pe r

$90 FOR TH E
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Re gistration now open!

PER CHILD

Promotion Sunday for Preschoolers & Children

Sunday, August 22 9:15 a.m.
Now taking applications for staff employment.

Preschool Open House & Pool Party: Saturday, Aug. 15

Come see your new room and meet your new teacher!
After visiting your classroom and meeting your teacher, join us for a pool party in the Prayer Garden with popsicles, fun, and a chance to get to know your childs teacher.

5:307 p.m.

Upcoming Events
June 2 June 7 June 18 June 20 June 22 June 25 Aug. 8 Aug. 15 Aug. 15 Aug. 22 Aug. 22 Aug. 25 No Wed. PM PS/Ch for Summer Thirsty Day Camp Begins Child Evangelism Fellowship Community Outreach Fathers Day Family Night at Chick-fil-A VBS Family Night Preschool Fall Teacher Training Preschool Open House & Pool Party Fourth Grade Bible Dedication Kids Day Promotion Sunday Awana Leaders Training June 2125 Vacation Bible School June 911 Kidz Kamp at White Oak

Fathers Day Pictures

Sunday, June 20
8:45-9:15 a.m. Fabulous Food for Fathers!
We invite dads of preschoolers and children to enjoy fabulous food before Sunday School and have a picture taken with their children in the Main Building preschool area.

July 2630 C3 Camp

Register your child today!

July 2630 Northside Campus

Contact David Ford today: 803.461.0079 or dford@northsidebaptist.org

Northside Kids Rotational Teaching

From Parents:

Model A Hit!

Weve made some changes in the way we teach children at Northside, and heres what parents have to say about it
From Teachers:
were there to build bears, not for themselves, but to give them ALL AWAY to children at Connie Maxwell, she was brought to tears. She couldnt believe that children of that age would be so giving, and she even said that it was so encouraging to SEE a church being the hands and feet of Christ. She also shared that she had grown up in church but had gotten complacent and slipped into a routine that didnt include church. It was so amazing to see how God used Build-A-Bear to show the true love of Christ to this lady. Build-A-Bear opened opportunities for discussion in our family, as both our children had fun, learned about giving to others and missions, and were able to serve our Holy LORD first hand, (not just watching mom and dad serve Him.) After hearing my girls talk about what they learned and did through BuildA-Bear, I just wish I could have been in on the delivery to Connie Maxwell! Thank you for organizing the bear gifts. We are having a good time sorting the bears with the birth certificates and notes. We will be distributing these to the children and will have some to give to new students as they arrive. This is a very thoughtful and loving gift. We appreciate all your efforts and those of your church to make this happen for the boys and girls in our care. Thanks so much! Polly Davis at Connie Maxwell

The repetition of the rotation is helping the kids remember the message. They are learning through projects and not just hearing. My kids are now able to discuss in more detail what was taught in Sunday School! It has generated a lot more dialog in our home. My girls are gaining a greater appreciation for the things they sometimes take for granted. I have seen a greater desire for my older children to stay in Kids Worship in a time designed especially to minister to them on their level. The ride home from church has changed from fussing about belongings and space, to excited discussions about projects and truths learned in class that day! I noticed a big difference after church today: My sons typical response when asked about the morning lesson would be, I dont know, or I cant remember; but with the new way, he learned how an apple was like God. The skin was God, the middle part was Jesus and the seeds were the Holy Spirit. Later in the day, it was still on his mind because he asked if the Holy Spirit was there when God created the Earth. I am so excited that what he learned on Sunday had an impact and it seemed to sink in!

The new format is going great; it has allowed me and my wife to grow relationships with families. Our class seems so much more engaged and attentive on Sunday mornings, and we have been free to focus more on the children. We love these kids and are very excited about what God is doing with us and with the kids. If you havent had a chance to see whats going on in Northside Kids, I encourage you to come on up and be blessed!

Weve noticed that the normal interruptions such as bathroom breaks and trips to the water fountain are getting fewer and farther between as the kids are becoming engaged and excited about the things they are learning! Kids who dont normally stay for Kids Worship are now begging their friends to stay with them. These Bible lessons help the kids expand their understanding of the content and encourages them to see the Bible as appropriate and tangible to their every day lives. It feels like a team effort now instead of the exhausted efforts of a few!

From Missions Projects:

The Build-a-Bear mission project touched my family on so many levelsone of the biggest blessings happened in a conversation that I had with another parent at the BAB shop. When she discovered that Northsides mini-missionaries

9 2010 northside missions golf tournament Results

First place: Charlie Meeler, Roy Turner, Josh Driggers, Dalton Olawsky Second place: Bruce Bacon, Julius Deloach, Trent Whitfield, Jeff Jones Hole in One: Ronnie Scarboro

New Ministry this Fall: FINDING FREEDOM

Jesus said, ....you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free. John 8:32 Do you want to find freedom from the hurts, habits, and hang-ups (anger, finances, codependency, abuse, drug, alcohol, sexual addictions, etc.) that keep you in bondage? If so, then this upcoming ministry is for you!

Its a

USO Party
And everyones invited!
Sunday, July 24
K Mark your calendar and watch for details! K

Come have a swinging good time with us and remember: Uncle Rocky Wants YOU!

Interest Meeting: Sunday, September 12 5 p.m. Main Building 130 First Meeting: Monday, September 20
If you are interested in leadership with this new ministry, contact Mary Boyce 926-3029 or mboyce@northsidebaptist.org.
June 5 June 19 July 10 August 13

Big Winner: Missions, $4,434

Mark Your Calendar! Lake Day Adventure Carolina Beach Day Trip Date Night Fundraiser

Mark Your Calendar

June 17 Late Night Movie Night June 19 High School Service Project July 1 July 3 July 10 July 11 July 1823 August 5 August 14 August 22 Late Night Slip-n-slide MS Service Project Lake Day Lunch Fundraiser UNITE Camp BYT at Carowinds Frankies Night Promotion Sunday

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Welcome,
New Members
Joined April 11 Richard Hill Suzanna Hill Wesley Porch, Joined April 14 Joined April 18 Jennifer Stout Joined April 25 Chris Stout Joined April 26 Brad Leake Susan Price, Joined April 14 Joined April 28 Gwen Shuler

Congratulations to:

family connections
u Lucretia and Lane McCarty upon the death of her brother, Kenneth Watts, on April 21. u Pat Dailey upon the death of her aunt on April 25. u Pastor Joe and Mary Duke Reed upon the death of his brother, William (Bill) Reed, on May 1. Staff Anniversaries u Allyson Porter, 2 years on June 30 Gifts received for Imagine Building Fund in Memory of: u Mary Lou Roof u Jeannette Smith u Heather Marie Knor

u Darnell Beasley upon the birth of her granddaughter. u Ryan and Laura Ellenburg upon the birth of their son, Colsen Ryan, on April 15. Sympathy is expressed to: u Jimmy and Jane Dillon upon the death of his cousin, Faye Smith, on April 6. u Natalie and Mark Horne upon the death of his mother, and to April and Evan upon the death of their grandmother, on April 16. u Family of June Davis who passed away on April 20.

Carolina Faith Riders

Chapter Meetings June 9 7:30 p.m. MB 150 July 14 7:30 p.m. MB 150 August 11 7:30 p.m. MB 150

In our pre-service slides, we are beginning to put special prayer needs of our church. When you see the above symbol, please take a moment and pray for the need shown on the screen.

P P rayer oints
Library Corner
Sunday Mornings:

Flag Football & Cheerleading

Practices begin
the week of September 27

Summer Schedule
We know you are busy during the summer, so in an effort to be good stewards of time and money, we have discontinued Wednesday night dinner and activities this summer. With everyones busy schedules, we know it is hard to make weekly commitments. Be sure to check out the summer calendar for special events including Vacation Bible School, Building 429 in concert, the USO party, and Kids Day.

First Game
Saturday, Oct. 9

Awards Celebration
Monday, Nov. 15 Early Registration (by Aug. 25): $60 Registration after Aug. 25: $70 Evaluations: Saturday, September 4 Deadline to register: September 7 Forms online and at the CFC desk. Fore more info, call 796-9786.

8:309 a.m. and 1212:30 p.m. Sunday Evenings (when activities are on-campus): 4:305 p.m. Wednesday Evenings: 5:306:15 p.m.

COACHES & VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!

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Sunday Monday Tuesday

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Wednesday Thursday
Students Late Night Slip-n-slide

Friday

Saturday

Upcoming Events
Sept. 1 Awana Leaders Training Sept. 4 Upward Flag Football/Cheerleading Evals. Sept. 5 College Welcome Back Sept. 5 Labor Day Picnic Sept. 512 Mission Guatemala Sept. 6 Labor Day, Church Offices Closed Sept. 8 Wednesday Night Activities begin Sept. 8 Awana & TeamKid Kickoff Sept. 8 Carolina Faith Riders Sept. 11 High School Service Project Sept. 12 Grandparents Day Sept. 12 Safety Sunday Sept. 12 Welcome to Northside Class Sept. 12 Ladies Ministry Home & Garden Event Sept. 12 Finding Freedom Interest Meeting Sept. 12 Music & Missions Kickoff Sept. 19 Students Back to School Bash 2010 Sept. 20 Finding Freedom Meeting Sept. 21 XYZ Sept. 2326 Hispanic Church Fall Revival Sept. 27 Upward Practices Begin Oct. 810 Middle School Fall Retreat Oct. 1517 High School Fall Retreat Oct. 13 Carolina Faith Riders

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Middle School Service Project

Independence Day

Church Offices Closed

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Students Lake Day College Day Trip to Beach

Mission San Francisco

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Students Lunch Fundraiser Mission San Francisco

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Summer Fest

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Carolina Faith Riders

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UNITE Student Camp

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USO Show

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C3 Camp

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BYT at Carowinds for Students

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Oct. 1719 Heavens Gates & Hells Flames Oct. 19 XYZ Oct. 2224 College Fall Retreat Oct. 2224 Median Singles Fall Retreat Oct. 31 Fall Festival
Regular Sunday Morning Schedule
8:00 9:15 10:45 LIFE Groups (46+) Worship in Sanctuary LIFE Groups (all ages) Worship in Sprung Building LIFE Groups (all ages) Music & Missions (Preschool/Children) Missions & Praise Team (Middle School) LIFE Group (High School) English as a Second Language (ESL) Iglesia Bautista Nueva Vida

Preschool Fall Teacher Training

Carolina Faith Riders

12 19

College Date Night Fundraiser

Frankies Fun Park (Students)

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Preschool Open House/Pool Party 4th Grade Bible Dedication

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Kids Day Promotion Sunday

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Awana Leaders Training

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Regular Sunday Evening Schedule

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Table of Contents
Letter from Pastor Rocky ................2 Imagine Update ..............................2 Vacation Bible School.....................2 Summer Fest ....................................3 Northside on Mission .....................45 Pray for Our Missionaries..............4 Pray for Mission Appalachia .........4 Pray for Mission San Francisco .....4 World Changers Testimonies .........5 Pray for VBS 2010 ..........................5 VBS Needs List ................................5 Preschool & Children ................. 67 Kids Day .........................................6 Promotion Sunday ..........................6 Preschool Open House ..................6 Fathers Day Pictures......................6 Thirsty Day Camp ...........................6 C3 Day Camp..................................7 Rotational Teaching Schedule .......8 Students ...........................................9 College.............................................9 Missions Golf Tournament .............9 USO Party .......................................9 Finding Freedom Study ..................9 New Members ..............................10 Family Connections.......................10 Carolina Faith Riders ....................10 Prayer Points .................................10 Library Corner ..............................10 Upward Football/Cheer...............10 Summer Schedule .........................10 July & August Calendars .............11 Upcoming Events ..........................11 June Calendar ...............................12
faithdirections is a monthly publication of Northside Family of Faith 1303 Sunset Boulevard West Columbia, SC 29169 Main Line (803) 796-9786 Editor: Felicia Miller Editors Phone (803) 926-3031 Fax (803) 461-0085 fmiller@northsidebaptist.org The deadline for faithdirections is the first day of the month for the following issue.

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College to Adventure Carolina HS Svc. Project

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Chick-fil-A Family Night

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