ADULT STUDIES - SUNDAY EVENINGS Where: Adult V Room in the Education Building
5:30 p.m. (unless otherwise noted)
This and That
News from the Adult Ministries Department
August 31, 2011
Hymn Sing and Ice Cream Social
On Sunday evening, August 28, the Northminster Great Hall was filled with the
sounds of “old-time religion” as members sang with spirit, patted their feet, and
sometimes even clapped their hands. In fact, if the noises we made unto the Lord
had been any more joyful, we might have had a revival on our hands!
Dennis Smith did a wonderful job as our song leader, and we could not have asked
for better musicians than Steve Cook, Connie Kossen, and David Raddin.
Many thanks are also due to these three for the special music they
provided in additionto their superb job as accompanists.
Jack McDaniel and Linda Mann offered a beautiful duet; and upon a last-minute
and fervent plea, Jack McDaniel, Mart McMullan, Sr., Brock Ratcliff, and
Dennis Smith sang a rousing version of “He Lives.”
Since no event is truly Baptist if food is not involved, those who provided ice cream,
cookies, and other goodies must not be forgotten. Thank you, thank you, thank you!
A final salute is given to our Adult Ministries Committee,
without whose dedicated efforts this event would not have been possible.
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A Time of Remembrance and Reflection
Sunday, September 11,2011
6:00-7:00p.m.
Sanctuary
“A Time of Remembrance and Reflection” will resemble closely the time of meditation that our church offers on New Year’s Eve. The Sanctuary will be open for prayer, devotional booklets will be available, and a minister will be on hand to offer communion.
The tenth anniversary of 9/11 marks a somber moment in our nation’s history. On such occasions spoken words can often be too much—or not enough. In light of this fact,the Adult Ministries Committee and the pastoral staff are offering a sacred space in which silent reflection and prayer can give voice to our grief for what was lost and our hope for the healing that only God can give.
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September 18 & 25
Experiencing God through Literature, Art, and
Music: Finding the Sacred in the Secular
5:30 p.m.
Adult V Classroom, Education Building
On September 18, several Northminster members will provide presentations
about why a particular piece of literature, art, or music is meaningful for their
spiritual journeys. On September 25, we’ll have a “potluck” affair,
with everyone invited to share a poem, painting, or song that is meaningful
to him or her. If you’ve ever wanted a chance to explain how the Spirit
speaks to you through the Rolling Stones, this is it!
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October 2, 9, 16, 23, & 30 Leviticus: Nobody’s Favorite Bible Book 5:30 p.m.
Adult V Classroom, Education Building
Led by Chuck Poole
Let’s be honest. Is there anyone who really likes the book of Leviticus?
Sunday evenings in October will help us engage a book most of us tend to avoid
and gain an appreciation for why this challenging book was included in the Bible.
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November 6 All Saints’ Vesper Service 5:30 p.m. Sanctuary
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November 13 & 20 Why We Do What We Do: Worship at Northminster 5:30 p.m. Adult V Classroom, Education Building November 13—Anne Sullivan will talk about the foundations upon which our worship service is
structured and Suzanne Boone will explain the architectural elements of the Sanctuary.
November 20—Amy Finkelberg will discuss the history and uses of the lectionary and offer suggestions for living into the Advent season more thoughtfully and prayerfully.
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November 27 Moravian Love Feast 5:30 p.m. Great Hall
SENIOR ADULT MINISTRIES - PRIME TIMERS
Prime TimersLuncheon
Thursday, September 29
11:45 a.m.
Great Hall
Tour of the Nissan Plant
Thursday, October 27
Time TBA
“Lunch and Learn”
Thursday, November 10
11:45 a.m.
Be sure to check your mail for special invitations
and flyers about these upcoming events!
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WEDNESDAY EVENINGS
Each Wednesday night from September through early May Northminster members and friends gather in the Great Hall (GH) for fellowship, a meal and vesper service from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. The cost is $5 for adults, $3 for children (12 and under) with a $20 family maximum. Childcare is available for children ranging in age from infancy through two years of age. Preschool and elementary children attend children's activities during the prayer service (6:00 pm). For Fall 2011, Wednesday Night Suppers begin September 14 and end November 16 with our Thanksgiving potluck supper.
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Wednesday Night “365”
As Baptists, one of our great gifts to the larger Christian community is our love for and dedication to Bible study. Yet, how many of us have read the entire Bible? In order to fully appreciate and carefully hear our favorite stories and passages of Scripture, it’s important to have a “broad brushstrokes” understanding of the Bible.
If you have wanted to read the entire Bible but have found the endeavor too intimidating to attempt on your own (which is completely understandable—the Bible is a big book and most of it does not qualify as “easy reading”!) then Wednesday Night “365” is for you. After the vesper service we’ll gather for an informal time of discussion and coffee as we meander our way through the Bible. We’ll be using "The Grand Sweep: 365 Days from Genesis through Revelation" by J. Ellsworth Kalas as our guide. Copies will soon be available in the church office. Please call Amy at 601-982-4703 if you’re interested in this study.
Special note to choir members: If you would like to be a part of the “365” study, please let me know. I’d be more than happy to offer an additional class at a different time if there is enough interest.
MARK YOUR CALENDAR WITH THESE SPECIAL EVENTS
LOOKING AHEAD
WINTER LECTURE SERIES
January 28-29, 2012
“Fierce Landscapes: The American (and Baptist) Religious Future”
Bill J. Leonard
James and Marilyn Dunn Chair of Baptist Studies and Professor of Church History,
Wake Forest Divinity School
Saturday, January 28
Lecture, Q & A, and Reception
Great Hall
7:00-8:00 p.m.
Sunday, January 29
Worship Hour ~ Sermon
10:30 a.m.
Lunch followed by Final Lecture and Q & A
Great Hall
11:45 a.m.
(The cost of the lunch is $5.00 for adults and $3.00 for children.
No reservations are necessary. Childcare will be provided.)