Volume 23, Number 2

January 19, 2014

www.eastmont.org

rnold G. Fuller 1977 - 2013

Thank you for 37 years of dedicated service to God and to Eastmont.

honoring Arnold G. Fuller and family Sunday - January 19, 2014 5 PM - Praise and Worship 6 PM - Retirement Reception
in the Worship Center in the Fellowship Hall
What Did You Expect?: Redeeming the Realities of Marriage February 7-8, 2014 with Dr. Paul David Tripp Tickets: $12.50 per person or $25/couple You may purchase tickets either in the connecting hallway or online at: montgomerytrippconf.wordpress.com A Look Inside... From Your New College Pastor Bible Study Page 2 Page 3 Pinewood Derby Page 2 House to House Ministry Page 3
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Evening of Praise and Retirement Reception

Please join us for an

I had a coach in Junior High that made me feel like an all-star. Keep in mind, I was the shortest player on the basketball team. I was once introduced as the backup up guard for the second team. (There were only two teams). In three years of basketball, I scored a total of two points. That is not a misprint it was two points. The only shot I did make was in the final seconds of a game as the buzzer sounded. It was dramatic. At least to me it was. You see the game was really out of reach. There was no chance we could win. We were losing by 20 points when I made my last second shot. It was after the game that my career high score became profound. On the way to the locker room my coach stopped me and said Great shot Mike! All that extra practice paid off. I was stunned. It was only two points in a losing cause. But Coach Akers bragged on me. I still remember his words. All that extra practice paid off. How did he know about my extra practice time? Understand now, I was often the last one to be picked up at the gym after practice. When my mother wasnt working late, she was usually accompanying my sister to various other events. So I waited. Sometimes for hours. While waiting I practiced on the outdoor goals at Capitol Heights, in the dark. Somehow Coach Akers noticed that extra practice. What is the point? There are hundreds of you at Eastmont who practice secretly. I dont see you praying, or studying Gods Word, or paying someones utility bill, or making a visit, or writing an encouraging card. But I can tell you have been practicing. How? Because of the two points (or more) that appear on the scoreboard of peoples lives. Each week we average over 850 in Sunday School. These people in Sunday School find strength, hope, friends, direction and joy. Why? Because all that practice that goes on in private makes a difference at game time on Sunday. Don Hutson was a star player at the University of Alabama in the 1930s and later for the Green Bay Packers. He is called the first modern receiver and still holds numerous records. He said For every pass I ever caught in a game, I caught a thousand in practice. So to all you saints who serve in secret ways that I will never know about, I say thank you. God is honored, people are blessed and you are better. Links together make a chain. Trees together make a forest. Soldiers together make an army. Raindrops together make a river. One last quote by Christ, Let your light shine, so men may see your good works and glorify God. Ill see you Sunday,

RA PINEWOOD DERBY Sunday, February 2 11:45 AM (after church) Fellowship Hall Grades 1-6 Boys We race on a SUPER computerized track with race technician, Dwight Sisk. You dont have to be in RAs to participate.Call Miss Ginger (420-6306) for more information. PINEWOOD DERBY WORKSHOP Wednesday, January 22; led by Mr. John Thomas 6-6:30 PM (before RAs) Room 124 Boys and parents are encouraged to attend for excellent tips and suggestions in preparing your race car!! Mr. John always has winning cars..Come learn his secrets for making a FAST car!! JUMPING the HURDLES Coming February 9; Grades 1-6 Sundays at 5 PM Life is full of hurdles. Peer pressure, anger, making choices to name a few. TeamKID: jumping the hurdles helps kids prepare to face lifes challenges with confidence. MISSION FRIENDS PAJAMA PARTY Wed., February 5; 6:30 PM Fun!! Fun!! Fun!! THANK-YOU, BROTHER ARNOLD!! Preschool/Childrens Ministry would like to thank Bro. Arnold Fuller for the many ways he has supported our ministry through the years! Whenever we needed music, audio, instruments, or just an encouraging word he was there. He invested in us and helped us learn early to worship and love God. His faithfulness and creative energy has blessed us all! Well done, Bro. Arnold! We love and appreciate you. BIBLE DRILL TEAM 2014 Grades 4-6 Sundays 4 PM in the Fellowship Hall Learn to be a real whiz with your Bible!

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THURSDAY NIGHT BIBLE STUDY All College Students are invited to a new Bible study beginning Jan. 23rd. We will meet at the Lukers at 7 PM for a time of food, fellowship, and focusing on Gods word. Please contact Gene at 678-524-7949 for more details or directions. Hope to see you there!

Winter Retreat January 17-19 at Childrens Harbor Speaker: Luke Johnson Worship: Kevin & Jordyn Boyer Leave: Friday at 5:30 PM Return: Sunday at 4 PM Please pray for the students & adults going on this trip that God will work in their lives this weekend. D-Now February 14-16 Cost: $35 / student Registration forms available in the student ministry area. Help with D-Now We need assistance in providing monetary donations, providing or preparing food. If you would like to help, please contact the church office at 277-6300. Seniors Only a 4-week series with Terry McGregor
(Founder of The Transmission)

Lancaster Show & Dutch Country Trip September 1-6, 2014 See Moses at the Sight & Sound Millenium Theatre, parting of the Red Sea, burning bush, the plagues, the Ten Commandments and guided tour of the Amish country & much more. Contact Cheryl Wells for more information (277-6300). RSVP by Eastmont Seniors 55+, then open to Eastmont members & last available to friends of Eastmont. Only 52 spots available. Forever Young Tuesday, January 21 at 10 AM in room 205 Fellowship Meal to follow Program: update for 2014 from church staff.

House to House Ministry House to House will resume January 18, 2014. Please contact Travis Jordan at 334-391-3503 or Thomas Corum at 334-868-7176 if you are interested in helping with this ministry. Lottie Moon Christmas Offering Received to Date: $37, 509.59 (Hallelujah Goal Reached) Guatemala Mission Trip September 27 - October 4, 2014 Please check your calendar & be in prayer for this mission opportunity. More details coming soon.

Sundays @ 5 PM (January 26 - February 16) This will help you keep from getting lost in the transition from High School to College. Save the Date - March 15 Youth Ministry Dinner/Auction supporting summer missions

SCRAPBOOKING FUN Friday, January 24; 2-10 PM in the Fellowship Hall Bring your photos and supplies for a fun evening of scrapbooking! Well have SOUP.just bring a snack to share and a drink! Call Marti Richardson at (277-4439) so well be sure to have enough soup. Bible Drill Encouragers Needed! People 18 years or older are needed to give encouragement to our Bible drillers through prayer, notes of encouragement and small gifts. Each encourager will be assigned their own Bible Driller. Contact the church office if youre interested.
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Gene & Melissa Kim and Caleb (12/29/13) Transfer of Letter Darius Pettway (1/12/14) Statement of Faith

January 19, 2014

Sunday, January 19 8:10 AM Worship Service 9:20 AM Sunday School 10:30 AM Worship Service 5:00 PM Service for Arnold 6:00 PM Reception for Arnold Tuesday, January 21 10:00 AM Forever Young 5:30 PM Aerobics Wednesday, January 22 5:00 PM Outreach 5:15 PM Fellowship Meal 5:45 PM Acteens 6:15 PM Adult Choir Orchestra Practice 6:30 PM Mission Groups Prayer Meeting Mens Small Groups Thursday, January 23 5:30 PM Aerobics Friday, January 24 5:30 PM Aerobics _____________________ January 22, 2014 Chicken Tenders, Green Beans, Mac and Cheese, Salad, Dessert, & Drink January 29, 2014 Country Fried Steak, Baked Potato, English Peas, Salad, Dessert & Drink $5/Adult $2/Children (Max. $15/family)

January 19, 2014 8:10 AM Zack Godwin Thank You 10:30 AM Sanctuary Choir Cry Holy Mike Atcheson, soloist 10:30 AM Donnie Walker Redeemed January 26, 2014 8:10 AM Revelations Four 10:30 AM Worship Team 10:30 AM Sanctuary Choir Let the Church Rise

December 22, 2013 Preschool.................. 73 Children....................82 Students.................... 66 Adults......................628 Total...................... 849

December 29, 2013 Preschool.................. 72 Children....................67 Students.................... 79 Adults......................676 Total...................... 894

January 19, 2014 Russ Fox Jerry Gentle Kathy Kay

January 26, 2014 Randal Stevens Joe Clements

January 5, 2014 General Budget $45,763.50 Emergency Fund $4,450

January 12, 2014 General Budget $33,302.67 Emergency Fund $2,462.00

January 19, 2014 Mark Luker 271-2423

January 26, 2014 Larry Connell 857-2381

Contribution Statements These will be sent out as soon as possible. They have to be out at least by January 31.

Lottie Moon (to date) - $37,509.58 Sunday, January 26 8:10 AM Worship Service 9:20 AM Sunday School Office: (334) 277-6300 Fax: (334) 277-6322 Careline: (334) 277-6384 Website: eastmont.org 10:30 AM Worship Service Kindergarten: (334) 244-9324 Prayer Room: (334) 277-8876 E-mail: ebc@eastmont.org Facebook: facebook.com/eastmont Twitter: @eastmontbaptist 4:00 PM Bible Drill 5:00 PM Discipleship Classes Tuesday, January 28 9 AM - 9 PM Sr. Adult Lock-In 5:30 PM Aerobics Wednesday, January 29 5:00 PM Outreach 5:15 PM Fellowship Meal 5:45 PM Acteens 6:15 PM Adult Choir Orchestra Practice 6:30 PM Mission Groups Prayer Meeting Mens Small Groups
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Thursday, January 30 5:30 PM Aerobics

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