And
let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, not
neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one
another, and all the more as you see the Day drawing near. Hebrews 10:24-25
If you happened to have watched the
movie You’ve Got Mail you will
recognize this quote. Tom Hanks says to
Meg Ryan “Don't you love New York in the
fall? It makes me wanna buy school supplies. I would send you a bouquet of
newly sharpened pencils if I knew your name and address.” Yes, fall is in the air. Well, if you are going by the air here in
Texas, in September, you certainly won’t be reminded of fall; maybe the
Tropics, but not fall. At least not yet,
but it is coming.
The other elements of fall are in
full swing. School is back in session,
football practices and games have commenced, and everything is back on track
here at NSBC for the fall semester. New
bible studies for adults are forming with lots of opportunities for study.
Youth and children’s activities have started back with high energy. It is an exciting time of year.
I love these changes…but this is about
the only time I like changes. I am very
much a creature of comfort, but seasonal changes are exciting. I am one of the rare individuals who like
walking into Wal-Mart in September and seeing the Halloween, Thanksgiving, and
Christmas decorations already out. Yes,
I know it is too early, but it ignites the anticipation! It heralds the coming holiday season, a happy
and meaningful time of the year.
As stated above, all Bible studies
are back in full swing as well as the youth, children’s, men’s and women’s
ministries, choir, etc. If you are
interested in plugging in but don’t know what is available, call the office and
we can help you. There are lots of
coming attractions for the season ahead here at NSBC. Our Heaven’s Handymen gather for breakfast
this Saturday and then seek to assist those in need of various repairs and
upkeep. Next, our Naomi’s Feast banquet
when our deacons honor our widows is Thursday, September 19th. Then, on the other end of the age spectrum,
the Pole Vault Rally is here on September 25th at 7 pm in the
Worship Center. It is an awesome event
where youth from all over the city join together in one worship service to
worship one God. Adults are welcome to
attend as well. You don’t want to miss
it.
Ignite the Anticipation!
Get excited about all the new
studies and ministry opportunities for you this season. Sign up for the Bible Study you have wanted
to go to. Next month we have the Craft
Fair (which has sold out all booth spaces) and Trunk or Treat. In November we gather for our annual Agape
Dinner and, of course, in December we have all the “normal” stuff like Hanging
of the Green, Christmas on the Square, the Choir Christmas Production, Carols,
Candles, and Children, Christmas Eve Candlelight Service and many more. I am sure I have missed some events. North Side Baptist Church is an exciting
place to be with lots of action. It was
once said to be “the most interesting
place in town.” I think it still
might be! Come see for yourself!
Scripture to Claim:
And
they devoted themselves to the apostles' teaching and the fellowship, to the
breaking of bread and the prayers. And awe came upon every soul, and many
wonders and signs were being done through the apostles. And all who believed
were together and had all things in common. And they were selling their
possessions and belongings and distributing the proceeds to all, as any had
need. And day by day, attending the temple together and breaking bread in their
homes, they received their food with glad and generous hearts…
Acts 2:42 – 47
Acts 2:42 – 47
