Volume 24, Number 10

From Your
Pastor
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Its Just a
Phase
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May 17, 2015

A Look Inside...

2015 Deacons
Retreat
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www.eastmont.org

Church-Wide
Biscuits Game
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FROM YOUR PASTOR

Mike Northcutt - ebc@eastmont.org

I have some very exciting news. Our Music
Search Committee will be bringing a prospective
Minister of Music to Eastmont on June 13 and 14.
After eighteen months of prayer, hard work, more
prayer, deep discussion and Gods provisions, the
committee believes God has led us to the right person.

On June 13 and 14 you will have several
opportunities to meet, talk, listen, and worship
with him. We are hoping the choir can rehearse on
Saturday night, June 13 in preparation for Sunday
morning.

As a courtesy to him we are not releasing his
name at this time. He is about 45 years old, married
with two small children. He is a gifted musician,
(piano, saxophone, guitar) and enjoys a worship which
includes modern and traditional styles. He is a people
person with a strong passion for ministry to people.

We intend to give you his name and other
credentials the week before he visits with us at
Eastmont. This is a significant decision for his life and
for our church so please pray for Gods will to be clear.

Memorial Day is the last Monday in May. We
will celebrate it on Sunday, May 24th in two ways.
First we remember those who have died while serving
our country. We will take a few moments to remember
those of our church family who have gone to heaven
since last Memorial Day. Military persons may wish to
wear their uniforms or honor those with some other
manner. It will be May 24 in both morning services.

Scott Miller is one of 260,000 young people
who walk away from Christianity every year. About
two out of three abandon the faith each year. Some
return, more do not. Young people are not the only
ones. Singles and elderly are also in decline. Why?
Churches at large are failing to train and nurture
disciples. Either people will not take time to invest in
small groups, or the church programs are not effective.
Our mission is making disciples. People mentoring
people is the best way to do that. Who are you
encouraging in the faith?

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CHILDRENS MINISTRY
Jeremy Lynch - jlynch@eastmont.org

Its Just a Phase

Monday, May 18th at 6 PM; Parents and

Teachers, come experience a fun night of
learning and be empowered for greater impact
with your kids! Space is limited, supper is
provided, and will be hosted at the Lynchs. Please RSVP
by Sunday with Karen or Jeremy so that we may plan
accordingly. Children are welcome to attend.

5-6th Graders Trip to New Orleans

Thursday - Saturday, May 28-30th; It will involve missions,

fun, and travel. Cost is $40 and will cover a two night stay
and meals. We will leave Eastmont at 9 AM on Thursday
and return Saturday at 9 PM. If your child is interested in
going, we will have an informational meeting, Wednesday,
May 13th at 5:30 PM, room 126. Thank you for continuing
to pray about this upcoming journey of God-ordained
opportunities to New Orleans.

VBS: Son Sparks Lab

Monday - Friday, June 15 - 19th; Come join our team and

lets share the adventure together. Our VBS Coordinators
are Stormy Robinson and Tracy Atcheson! During VBS we
will have a Family Fun Night on Thursday from 6-8 PM. For
crafts we are currently in need of 100 empty paper towel rolls.

Parent Child Dedication

Our next Parent/Child Dedication will be on Fathers Day

(June 21st) during the 2nd service. No matter the age of
your child(ren), please contact Karen or Jeremy if you
would like your family to join this time of dedication to the
Lord.
The complimentary Mothers Day Family photos that were
taken on May 10th are currently being edited and will be
formatted to a CD that will be mailed out. A huge thanks goes
to Phil and Jane Scarsbrook for sharing their talents by setting
up the location, taking pictures, photo editing, and doing it
all as a gift to their Eastmont family. We greatly thank you
Phil & Jane for being Eastmont family that gives lovingly and
sacrificially.

SENIOR ADULTS
Billy Dickey - bdickey@eastmont.org

Forever Young

Tuesday, May 19, 2015 at 10:00 AM in room 205

Guest Speaker: Dr. Mike Jackson
Covered dish lunch to follow.

GREETERS NEEDED FOR MAY 21

Were the host church for the Alabama Leaders Conference,

from 8 AM - 3 PM. We need 25 greeters for the event.
Please contact Billy Dickey ASAP if you are available &
would like to help.

STUDENT MINISTRY
Steve Robinson - srobinson@eastmont.org

Super Summer Alabama is July 13-17

Cost has increased $10 and is now $170 per student,

until May 22, after that the price increases to $200.
Contact Steve if you want to attend or to sponsor a
student.

No Focus for Sundays May 17 & 24

Bowling @ Bama Lanes

May 31; 5-7 PM; Cost is $10

Montgomerys Original Longest & Fastest

Slip-N-Slide - Wednesday, June 3 @ 6 PM
Volunteer to Work the Urban Slide

Sign up now to Volunteer for the Urban Slide on June 7.

Biscuits Game - June 7 at 5:30

Tickets will be $6

Summer Mission Trip to Cherokee, NC

June 20-27; Serving on the Indian Reservation

MISSIONS

Billy Dickey - bdickey@eastmont.org (international)

Gene Kim - gkim@eastmont.org (local / national)

Guatemala Mission Trip - November 20-28, 2015

Deposit of $150 and a color copy of your
passport are due THIS SUNDAY MAY 17.
Please contact Gene for any questions
(gkim@eastmont.org).

Tuscaloosa Mission Trip - July 27-31

Looking for volunteers to do things like build wheelchair

ramps, paint, & serve on local evangelistic teams. No
experience required. Must be 18 or older. Cost is $50. See
Billy Dickey or Gene Kim. Please call the church office to
sign up.

Mothers Day Ministry Event Thanks

Thank you to all of you who helped serve during this

event! It is beautiful to see a church that isnt content with
just receiving the love of God, but one that wants to share
that love with others as well. Your efforts amounted in
more Kingdom good than youll ever know! Special thanks
to the Womens Ministry, the Youth Praise Team, Jayne
Burns, and so many others!

Recycling for Missions

We are collecting empty inkjet cartridges (no laser or toner

cartridges) and used cell phones (no accessories). Place
these items in the ministry baskets located around the
church. All proceeds go toward Eastmont Mission Trips.
Thank you for recycling for missions.

COLLEGE & CAREER

Gene Kim - gkim@eastmont.org

Thursday Night Home Groups

We will continue this study during the summer months!

Join us at 7 PM at the Corums house at 1243 Cedric Ct.

Sunday Night Small Groups - 5 PM

Guys are studying 1 Peter in Room 137. Girls are going

through the Bible study What Love Is by Kelly Minter in
the College Room.

Beach Retreat to Panama City Beach

July 10-12 at Laguna Beach Christian Retreat.

Contact Gene for more info.

MISCELLANEOUS

Church-Wide Biscuits Game

June 7 @ 5:35 PM
Tickets: $6
Biscuits vs. Mississippi Braves
Kids Day / Bark in the Park
Call the church office to sign up.

Sign up for the E-Encourager

Would you like to receive the Encourager via e-mail rather

than through mail-out? You will get it sooner, in full color
& save the church a little money in the process. Call the
church office or visit www.eastmont.org/encourager/
to sign up.

2015 Deacons Retreat

The Alabama Baptist Deacons Retreat

for 2015 will be held at Shocco Springs
for a two-day event. The program
begins at 2 PM on June 26, 2015 and
will be completed at 5 PM on June 27, 2015. Deacons and
laymen of Eastmont need to plan to attend and experience
spiritual uplifting, singing, testimonies, preaching and
fellowship with other men from Alabama. Men are
encouraged to attend and pray about making this a part
of your spiritual growth by attending this annual retreat.
Tremendous speakers are planned for this retreat. We
hope you will make an early commitment and make it a
priority in your life. Reservations are limited. For more
information or to make reservations, contact Dick Byers
at 279-8335.

Check out our Website!

Its up-to-date, mobile friendly, and full of great

information about our church! We post details about our
major church activities on our events page. Check it out
today at www.eastmont.org.

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Eastmont Baptist Church

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May 17, 2015

Sunday, May 17

8:10 AM
Worship Service
9:20 AM
Sunday School
10:30 AM
Worship Service
5:00 PM
Love Worth Fighting For
Judges Bible Study (Room 205)

Monday, May 18

9:30 AM Pratt/Dean Women on Mission

Tuesday, May 19

10:00 AM
Forever Young
5:30 PM
Aerobics
7:00 PM
Young Women on Mission
5:00 PM
5:15 PM
6:15 PM

Wednesday, May 20

Outreach
Fellowship Meal
Adult Choir
Orchestra Practice
Timeout (youth)
Mission Groups
Prayer Meeting
Mens Small Groups

6:30 PM

Thursday, May 21

10:00 AM
5:30 PM

Bible Study
Aerobics

8:10 AM
9:20 AM
10:30 AM

WEDNESDAY NIGHT FELLOWSHIP MEAL

May 20, 2015

Sunday, May 24

Worship Service
Sunday School
Worship Service
No PM Activities

Monday, May 25

Memorial Day - Office Closed

Tuesday, May 26

5:30 PM

5:00 PM
5:15 PM
6:15 PM

Aerobics

Wednesday, May 27

Outreach
Fellowship Meal
Adult Choir
Orchestra Practice
Timeout (youth)
Mission Groups
Prayer Meeting
Mens Small Groups

6:30 PM

Thursday, May 28

10:00 AM
5:30 PM

Bible Study
Aerobics

Meat Loaf, Mashed Potatoes, Lima Beans, Dessert, & Drink

May 27, 2015

Baked Chicken, Mac & Cheese, English Peas, Salad, Dessert, & Drink
$5/Adult

$2/Children

(Max. $15/family)

SUNDAY SCHOOL TOTALS

May 3, 2015

Preschool........................... 71
Children............................. 52
Students............................. 55
Adults............................... 612
Total.................................. 790

May 10, 2015

Preschool........................... 67
Children............................. 62
Students............................. 69
Adults............................... 606
Total.................................. 794

WEEKLY GIVING

May 3, 2015

General Budget
$48,173.92
Emergency Fund
$3,835.50

May 17, 2015

May 10, 2015

General Budget
$29,477.00
Emergency Fund
$2,563.90

BUS MINISTRY

Bob Franklin - 731-2046

May 24, 2015

Richard Cartwright - 514-6953

BUILDING LOCK-UP

May 17, 2015

Kathy & Ronnie Kay

Russ Fox and Jerry Gentle

May 24, 2015

Randal Stevens and Joe Clements

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

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