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Volume 24, Number 4 February 22, 2015 www.eastmont.org

A Look Inside... From Your Pastor Page 2

Spring Missions Yard SalePage 3

Womens Tablescapes BanquetPage 3

Loving Care MinistryPage 3

PRAY FOR STUDENT MINISTRY DISCIPLE NOW WEEKENDSee Page 3 for specifics on how to pray for our youth & workers during this weekend.

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While greeting people after worship, I noticed a slightly familiar face, but I wasnt prepared for what I was about to hear. She was about my age and I thought perhaps I went to school with her.

Hi, Pastor. You probably dont remember me. Ive only visited here five or six times. We are on our way to Florida to visit our daughter. Each year we come through we try to worship at your church.

I gave her my 150 watt smile. I said welcome. However, before I could say another word she stated I finally realized what I dont like about your church.I tried to prepare for the criticism that was coming. But what she said was a complete shock.

What I dont like is(pause) I dont like it to be over. The astonishment and relief on my face must have been too obvious. She just started laughing and smiling. Obviously God blesses her at Eastmont.

No church is perfect but God has given us something special here. Thanks for making our worship glorifying to God and inspiring to others. By the way, our Youth Praise Team was simply amazing last Sunday. God really spoke (sang) through them. The music was strong, uplifting and worshipful. I sensed Gods presence and others have agreed.

We need a new roof on our Childrens Building. Cost is about $120 K (ouch!) We knew this was coming and have been saving for it each month. Gods provision, your generosity, and wise deacon leadership means funds are available. We do the possible, God does the impossible.

When you follow Christ you will give up a lot. But if you stay where you are, you will miss so much more. Our study through I Am A Church Member will change us all. Stay focused. Pray intensely. Be receptive to Gods voice. The cost of following Jesus is great. The cost of not following is even greater.

Being a disciple is about time: Time with God Time with Gods people. Time in ministry to others.

Our Associational RA Pinewood Derby is this Sunday, February 22nd at Thorington Road Baptist Church. Registration begins at 1:30 PM.Families and friends of children with special needs are invited to an evening meal and uplifting service at Lakeview Baptist Church on Friday, February 27th at 6 PM. For more info and registration go to www.nearhisheart2015.blogspot.com or call 334.887.3909.Our Sunday School teachers that teach in our Preschool and Childrens areas are meeting at 8:10 a.m. in room 300, 4 p.m. in the north wing of the fellowship hall, or 5 p.m. in room 122 on Sundays. Our goal is to connect, grow, and create ways to live out, I am an Eastmont Church Member. Pray for our teachers as we come together to be intentional in being the Church.Be on the lookout for sales and clearance items this week for Operation Christmas Child shoebox fillers such as Valentines candy (no chocolate), plush animals, toys, and games. Were looking for sewing kits as well. Thanks.Sunday School Teacher FellowshipFriday, February 20; 6:30 PM @ Chick-Fil-A on Ann St.Families of teachers are welcome to attend.

Congratulations to our Girls who won the Church League Basketball Championship.

Guys Church League Basketball Games (played at St James UMC)February 19th vs. St James, @ 7:15 PMFebruary 26th vs. Dalraida, @ 7:15 PMDisciple-Now is this Weekend (February 20-22, 2015)!!!All Students grades 7th-12th are welcomeIt is not too late to sign upEverything begins at 6 PM in the Fellowship Hall on FridayIntercessory Prayer needed for D-NOW Weekend- For each of our Host Homes & Co-Hosts- For each of our Small Group Leaders in each home- For safety & protection over the weekend- That our Students will walk away understanding that being a Disciple of Jesus Christ means connecting in community with other Believers is of utmost importance in discipleship and spreading the Gospel.

FROM YOUR PASTORMike Northcutt - ebc@eastmont.org

CHILDRENS MINISTRYJeremy Lynch - jlynch@eastmont.org

STUDENT MINISTRYSteve Robinson - srobinson@eastmont.org

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Thursday Night Home GroupsOur new series called Redeeming Relationships begins March 5. Well examine what it really means to be in a God-honoring relationship as well as looking closer at the blessing of singleness.The Cross Conference Simulcast - February 27A missions conference for college students to take the Gospel to the unreached peoples of the world. Speakers include David Platt and John Piper.SUNDAY NIGHT SMALL GROUPS @ 5 PMA time for greater intimacy, greater fellowship, and greater community. Guys meet in Room 137. Girls meet in the college room.BROOMBALL - February 19Well meet at the Lukers for dinner & games, then head to Eastdale Mall for broomball at 9 PM

Branson Show Extravaganza7 days, 6 nights; September 6-12, 20157 Shows, 3-course meal on the Showboat Branson Belle and Jonah at the Sight & Sound Theater.only $625/person ($75 deposit required)The trip will be open to family and friends of Eastmont members after March 1. Contact Cheryl Wells for more information.

COLLEGE & CAREERGene Kim - gkim@eastmont.org

MISSIONSBilly Dickey - bdickey@eastmont.org (international)Gene Kim - gkim@eastmont.org (local / national)

SENIOR ADULTSBilly Dickey - bdickey@eastmont.org

MISCELLANEOUS

Renew - A Day Away With FriendsFebruary 28, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PMat Heritage Baptist ChurchCost is $35 and includes lunchPlease call Karen Bush to register - 328-7715

WOMENS MINISTRY

Forever YoungTuesday, March 17, at 10:00 AMWe will meet in room 205. Our special guests will be the Dozier Elementary School Choir. A covered dish lunch will follow the program.

Ladies Bible StudyAnointed, Transformed, Redeemed. Priscilla Shirer, Beth Moore, and Kay Arthur teach on the life of David. We will study Gods power to anoint us for His work, transform us from our life of sin, and redeem us to Himself at all cost all for HIS GLORY! Led by Cretia Pugh, Melinda Makowsky, and Donna Clements. Study begins Sunday, February 22, 2015 at 4:30pm. Room 129. 7 weeks. Cost $12.00. Call or text Donna 833-2394 to reserve book.

Loving Care MinistryThe Loving Care Ministry needs some volunteers to deliver gifts and also to adopt a homebound member. Call Julia Edwards at 271-0723 for more information or to get involved.

MISSIONS SPOTLIGHT - SOS MinistrySOS Events is an event evangelism ministry founded by Tom & Carolyn Curtis out of Dover, FL in 2001. The ministry has seen over 40,000 people and counting come to Christ using a method called See 3 Things God Cannot Do. SOS has been at Eastmont since 2013 and during that time has seen the Holy Spirit move 403 to salvation, 277 to be reassured of their salvation, 7 members of Eastmont to become missionary leaders with SOS, and over 100 volunteers trained! SOS has another great year of events lined up in 2015 and would love you to join in ministry alongside us. Please visit www.signupgenius.com to browse and sign up for any of these upcoming events. Our next upcoming training/refresher course will be at Eastmont on Sunday, March 1. For more information, please email us at alabamaservingoursavior@gmail.com or contact Dale Brown. Our next event is a volunteer training (with complimentary lunch!) at Eastmont on Sunday, March 1 immediately following the 2nd worship service (12-2pm) in Rooms 116 and 118.

Spring Missions Yard SaleSaturday, March 28, 2015We need your quality donations, anything from A to Z. You may begin dropping off your donations in the connecting hallway beginning March 22 after the second service. If you need

to schedule a pickup for larger items or would like to volunteer to help, please call Gene Kim at 277-6300.

Mystery Trip!If youre signed up for the Mystery Trip for February 26, 2015, we will leave the church parking lot at 7 AM. Tentative weather is 48 partly cloudy.

Tablescapes BanquetTake Me to the King---Come join the Eastmont Ladies for our annual Tablescapes Dinner on March 15th at 5:00pm. Its a wonderful night of fellowship and worship at the table of our King. You can sign up and buy your tickets in the connecting hallway starting this Sunday, February 22. We will also be selling tickets at Wednesday night meals. Its going to be a night to remember!

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February 22, 2015Sunday, February 22

8:10 AM Worship Service9:20 AM Sunday School10:30 AM Worship Service5:00 PM Discipleship Classes

Tuesday, February 245:30 PM Aerobics

Wednesday, February 255:00 PM Outreach5:15 PM Fellowship Meal6:15 PM Adult Choir

Orchestra PracticeTimeout (youth)

6:30 PM Mission GroupsPrayer Meeting

Mens Small Groups

Thursday, February 2610:00 AM Bible Study 5:30 PM Aerobics

Sunday, March 18:10 AM Worship Service9:20 AM Sunday School10:30 AM Worship Service5:00 PM Discipleship Classes

Tuesday, March 3 5:30 PM Aerobics

Wednesday, March 49:00 AM Craft Class5:00 PM Outreach5:15 PM Fellowship Meal6:15 PM Adult Choir

Orchestra PracticeTimeout (youth)

6:30 PM Mission GroupsPrayer Meeting

Mens Small Groups

Thursday, March 510:00 AM Bible Study 5:30 PM Aerobics

February 25, 2015Soup, Sandwich, Dessert, & Drink

March 4, 2015 Baked Chicken, Dressing w/gravy and Cranberry Sauce,

Corn, Salad, Desert & Drink

$5/Adult $2/Children (Max. $15/family)

February 8, 2015Preschool .......................... 71Children ............................ 57Students ............................ 51Adults .............................. 657Total ................................. 836

February 15, 2015Preschool .......................... 69Children ............................ 55Students ............................ 57Adults .............................. 626Total ................................. 807

February 8, 2015General Budget

$40,483.83Emergency Fund

$2,978.00

February 15, 2015General Budget

$26,298.46Emergency Fund

$1,664.06

February 22, 2015Mike Wilkerson

462-9424

March 1, 2015Larry Connell

857-2381

Office: (334) 277-6300 Fax: (334) 277-6322 Careline: (334) 277-6384 Website: eastmont.org Kindergarten: (334) 244-9324 Prayer Room: (334) 277-8876 E-mail: ebc@eastmont.org Facebook: facebook.com/eastmont Twitter: @eastmontbaptist

WEEKLY GIVING

SUNDAY SCHOOL TOTALS

BUS MINISTRY

WEDNESDAY NIGHT FELLOWSHIP MEAL

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