Volume 29, Number 2 January 19, 2020 www.Eastmont.

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January
21– Forever Young
February March Eastmont Kidz Choir
2 - Student Super Bowl Party 7-13 - College Mission Presents
Pinewood Derby Race Trip Salt Lake City
4 - Senior Adult Lock-In 17 - Forever Young
7-9 - Couples Retreat
13 - Jr/Sr Banquet
14-16 - Student Disciple Now
18 - Forever Young
22 - Church Serve Day

Eastmont Goal:
$35,000
January 26th
Victory Goal
10:30 am
ast- $40,000
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Goal: Challenge Goal
$45,000Eastmont Goal:
$35,000
Hallelujah$40,000
Goal $45,000
Victory Goal Challenge Goal Hallelujah Goal

A Look Inside ……...

From Your Bible Drill Senior Adult Student
Assistant Retreat Lock-In DNOW
Pastor Page 2 Page 3 Page 3
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 From Your Assistant Pastor
Art Long - along@eastmont.org
“Those that entered, male and female of all flesh, entered
as God had commanded him; and the LORD closed it
behind him.” (Genesis 7:16)
Many stirring books have been written on the general
subject of the names of God. Most of the names make
use of one or two of the primary names. The first is
‘Elohim,’ meaning “mighty one.” It is a uni-plural name—
plural in form but singular in meaning and verb usage,
suggesting the uni-plural nature of the triune Godhead,
appearing in most English translations as “God.” It is most
often used when worldwide events or attributes are
discussed, including creation, judgment, sovereignty,
transcendence, and salvation. The second is ‘Jehovah,’
meaning “the self-existent one,” which appears as
“LORD” in English translations. It stresses God’s holiness,
nearness, concern for man (especially Israel), hatred of
sin, love of sinners, and His revelatory nature and
communication. The third is ‘Adonai,’ a more general
term meaning master and used of both men and God. It
appears as “Lord” in English Bibles.
For example, the name ‘Elohim,’ the transcendent, uni-
plural Creator God, is appropriately used exclusively in
Genesis 1:1—2:4, the account of creation from God’s
perspective. Throughout the rest of Genesis 2, the
account of creation from man’s perspective, the
combination name, ‘Jehovah-Elohim’ is used. Man was at
this point without sin, in full accord with his Creator, and
experiencing the fullness of His love and communication.
As a result of the fallen nature passed on to Adam and
Eve’s offspring in chapter 4 and because relationships
established by God are now broken, they can better
relate to Him as ‘Jehovah.’ In the above text, we see Noah
obeying the orders of ‘Elohim,’ the sovereign judge, to
enter the ark, but ‘Jehovah,’ the loving Savior, making
them secure.
Please keep our Pastor Search Committee in your prayers
as they begin anew with resumes, watching sermons and
interviewing prospective pastors. We seek God’s will and
His timing. I hope to see you Sunday!
Please continue to pray for our Pastor
Search Committee:
Brian Clements, Courtney Corum, Travis
Jordan, Cindy Pitts, David Seay, Jerry
Short and Chairman, Brian Key.
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Children’s Ministry
Jeremy Lynch - jlynch@eastmont.org
Teachers Needed
Please arrive 20 minutes before start of service time.
8:10 Preschool Worship - One adult
9:20 -1st Grade Life Group - One adult
10:30 Preschool Worship - Seven adults
9:00-9:25 Greeters serving one month every 5 months
Wednesdays - GA Director & RA Leader
Children's Basketball
K-3rd practices on Sundays, 4pm @ Eastmont. Schedules
posted on FB 252, and 4th - 6th grade updates via email.
Bible Drill - 4 - 6 pm on Sundays. 4 pm on basketball
courts, 4:30-6:00 pm in rooms 124 & 126.
Bible Drill Encouragers - We are looking for a few more
adults to be an encourager to our elementary-aged Bible
drillers. If you would like more information please contact
Lynn Blackwell @ 233-6290
Bible Drill Retreat - "Racing with God's Word"
Jan. 31st-Feb 1st @ Shocco Springs. Cost is $60.
Pinewood Derby - Come Wednesdays to get your car!
Feb 2nd - Eastmont race in fellowship hall with lunch
Feb 9th - MBA race at Thorington Rd BC
May 2nd - State race at Disaster Relief Center Prattville
No evening children’s activities on February 2nd, but
childcare provided for any Bible studies meeting that
evening.
Timothy Time - kicks off Sunday, February 9th at 5 pm
LifeGroup Curriculum Meeting - Wednesday, April 1st
Upcoming Dates to remember
March 20-21 - 1st - 6th Grade RA Adventure Weekend @
Shocco
May 28-31 - 5th & 6th grade mission journey to Atlanta
June 8-12 - VBS Mystery Island by Answers in Genesis
College & Career Ministry
Gene Kim - gkim@eastmont.org
Home Groups
Meets on Thursday nights at the Kim’s at 7pm. A series on
the book of Hebrews called “Fix Your Eyes.”
Pursue 2020
Feb. 21-22 at FBC Montgomery. Mission-focused weekend
featuring Paul Chitwood, President of the International
Mission Board.
Mission Salt Lake City
March 7-13. Cost $500. Will be working with Missionary
Ben Neiser on the campus of BYU.
 Student Ministry
Cleve Mallory - cmallory@eastmont.org
SUNDAY NIGHT GROWTH TRACKS
Sunday nights from 5-6 p.m., students are engaged in
one of three available studies. The options are: THE
GOSPEL (by JD Greear), A NEW LOOK AT THE OLD
TESTAMENT (by Kara Powell), or GALATIANS (by Kyle
Idleman). There's room to still join. Speak to Cleve or
Karen to learn how.
CROSSROADS WORSHIP NIGHT
Sunday, Jan. 26, our students will worship at Crossroads
Community Church in Elmore, Alabama. Pizza will be
served. Buses will leave Eastmont at 5:00 p.m. and will
return at 8:15 p.m.
SUPER BOWL FELLOWSHIP
Sunday, February 2, the student ministry will gather to
watch the Super Bowl in the fellowship hall. Food will be
provided. The festivities begin at 5:00 p.m. and will last
for the duration of the game.
DNOW FEBRUARY 14-16
Disciple Now Weekend is coming! This year's theme is
THE PURSUIT. We will join with churches from all over
the River Region for a weekend of worship and spiritual
growth. You can officially register by visiting
“eastmont.org/dnow2020”
Senior Adult Ministry
Billy Dickey - bdickey@eastmont.org
Forever Young
January 21, 2020, 10:00 am in room 205. Guest speaker,
Dr. Dale Huff. Covered dish meal to follow program in
fellowship hall.
24th Annual Senior Adult Lock-In
February 4th, 9am – 9pm in Fellowship Hall. Cost is $10
per person. Special presentation by Lorrie Deal and the
Homeless Sleeping Mat Ministry. Contact Karen Bush in
the church office to sign up.
Jr/Sr Banquet
February 13th @ 6 pm in Fellowship Hall. Cost is $10 per
person. Menu and entertainment TBD. Please call Karen
Bush in the church office to sign up or contact Billy
Dickey. Deadline to sign up is January 31st.
Senior Adult Trip: September 5-12, 2020. 8 days/ 7
nights. Tours of Portland & Kennebunkport including a
harbor cruise. $900 per person. Contact Cheryl Wells to
sign up and pay deposit. Contact Billy Dickey for details
of the trip.
Music & Worship Ministries
Lance Maddox - lmaddox@eastmont.org
Take part in the Music and Worship Ministries at
Eastmont....Opportunities to serve from Worship
Choir, Tech Team, Orchestra and many more. Contact
the Music and Worship Office for more information.
Choir Rehearsal
Wednesday@ 6:00.....Choir suite
Worship Rehearsal
Wednesday@ 6:45......Worship Center
STUDENT CHOIR
Student Choir meets Sundays @ 4:00 in Choir Suite.
Student Jam......February 9, 12-5 pm
KIDZ CHOIRS
Dress Rehearsal/ Lock-in
Friday, January 24-Saturday, January 25
1st-6th Grade Kidz Choir will get together for some
fun, games and one LAST run through of our program!
Make sure your choir member is here to take part!
On January 26, The Eastmont Pre-K and Kidz Choir
presents... “In the Big Inning”. Step up to the plate
with us! You’ll get a glimpse of the Bible’s “Hall of
Faith” as we meet Moses, Noah and many more.
Kidz Choir (1st-6th Grade)
Sunday Nights 4:45-6:15
Drop off at basketball court / Pickup at the Choir Suite.
Preschool Choir
Sunday Nights 4:45-6:15
Drop off and pick up on the Preschool Hall.
FOREVER YOUNG CHOIR
The Forever Young Choir meets Tuesday mornings at
9:00am in the Choir Suite.
Next rehearsals......1/21, 1/28
Miscellaneous
Volunteer Benevolence Ministry Coordinator Needed -
This important ministry provides financial assistance to
people within our community who are experiencing
financial hardships. If interested or for more information,
please contact Karen Bush in the church office.
Welcome to Eastmont
Annabelle Weldon (1/12/20)
Transfer of Letter
Baker Weldon (1/12/20)
Profession of Faith and Baptism
Sympathy to ….
Kathy Eckermann in the loss of her father Dewey
Elkanah Best, who passed away on December 27, 2019.
Bobby Trotter in the loss of his sister, Jacquelyn Trotter
Varner, who passed away on January 8, 2020.
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January 19, 2020 WEDNESDAY NIGHT FELLOWSHIP MEAL

January 22, 2020
Sunday, January 19 Sunday, January 26 Meatloaf, Mashed Potatoes & Gravy, Fried Okra, Salad, Dessert & Drink
8:10 AM Worship Service 8:10 AM Worship Service $5/Adult / Children 12 & under eat free (Max. $15/family)
9:20 AM LifeGroups 9:20 AM LifeGroups January 29, 2020
10:30 AM Worship Service 10:30 AM Worship Service Hamburgers, French Fries, Baked Beans, Salad, Dessert & Drink
5:00 PM Discipleship 5:00 PM Discipleship $5/Adult / Children 12 & under eat free (Max. $15/family)

Wednesday, January 22 Wednesday, January 29

5:00 PM Wednesday Night Meal 5:00 PM Wednesday Night Meal
6:00 PM Adult Choir 6:00 PM Adult Choir WEEKLY GIVING
Orchestra Practice Orchestra Practice December 29, 2019 January 5, 2020
6:15 PM Timeout (youth) 6:15 PM Timeout (youth) General Budget General Budget
Mission Groups Mission Groups $27,922.00 $57,915.45
Prayer Meeting Prayer Meeting Emergency Fund Emergency Fund
$3,290.00 $3,170.00
Thursday, January 23 Thursday, January 30
10:00 AM Bible Study 10:00 AM Bible Study Lottie Moon Christmas Offering: $36,046.70

LIFEGROUP TOTALS
BUILDING LOCK UP
January 5, 2020 January 12, 2020
January 19, 2020 January 26, 2020
Jerry Gentle David Seay & Zack Godwin
Preschool……………….…....58 Preschool……………….…….67
Children……………….….…. 56 Children……………….……...61
BUS MINISTRY Students……………..……….66 Students…………….………..58
January 19, 2020 January 26, 2020 Adults………..……….….… 502 Adults……………….……....470
Richard Cartwright - 313-7694 Paul Blake - 202-2631 Total………………….….…..698 Total………………….…….. 672

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