Hello North Street Community!
I've had a song called Some of Us in my head all week, and since I
think it follows appropriately our sermon on "unity because of
diversity" on Sunday, I thought I'd share it with you. You can listen
to it by clicking here.
I'm excited about this coming Sunday because we will be hearing from
David Restrick as he shares with us what he will be doing when he goes
to Africa in a couple of months. Churches our size don't usually get to
send our "own" missionaries, but we're viewing Dave's teaching in
Africa as such a situation. Our church board has committed to $3000 to
help with his expenses. This Sunday you'll have a chance to contribute
to this commitment. Come and hear what Dave will be doing! (You can go
to Dave's Mission Corps website here to read just a bit to whet your
appetite.)
Also exciting this Sunday is the fact that Jon & Angela Austin will be
with us to lead us in worship. Jon is fresh off of releasing his first
studio recording CD entitled No Time But Now. You can visit Jon's
website here.
You probably remember we prayed heavily for the Austins when they were
serving in Africa. Many of Jon's songs were inspired during and because
of their time there in Kenya. He will share with us how God worked
through and in them there, particularly in his music.
You will want to be here Sunday!
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Our co-ed softball team (in partnership with Bethel CotN) is having a
blast. Our next game is tomorrow, Thursday, 6/11 at 6:30 PM at Humphrey
Field.
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On Saturday, June 20th, we are having a yard sale to benefit Friends of
the Homeless of the South Shore. Here are the details:Yard Sale at
SSFH, June 20th, 8 am - 2 pmCome and bring your unwanted treasures for
a yard sale at the Norwell shelter ("Rehobeth")! These are some of the
guidelines that are suggested to follow:
- a portion (you decide how much you want to donate, but at least 10%)
will be given to the shelter
- you will be responsible to set up your own table and attend it
through the day
- also, you will need to take care of anything that's left, the shelter
cannot take care of the left overs
- have your items marked (easier that way)
- have about $20 in change
- bring sunscreen Please email or call me if you are planning on being
part of this exciting event so I'll know how many tables to get and for
any questions you may have.
Rev. Betty Jean Goodwin,
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The new church board has met a couple of times now and wants to let you
know about the meeting times for the board and committees, all of which
are are the Monday evenings of the month:1st Monday - Finance &
Administration Committee2nd Monday - Church Board3rd Monday -
Ministries Committee4th Monday - Facilities Committee
All meetings are open and you are welcome to join in!
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Our Gathering to Fellowship-Potluck Sunday is coming up on June 21st.
Here's a note from Carol Newell & Betty Jean Goodwin:"Father's Day
Indoor Picnic!" June 21 following the morning worship. There will be
sign up sheets available in the Fellowship Hall by Sunday morning. The
food will be hamburgers and hot dogs (all beef) and all the trimmings,
varied cold salads, baked beans, chips, ice tea and lemonade. Dessert:
Make your own sundaes! Fathers go first in line...

The burgers & dogs will be provided, but money is welcome to help with
the expenses.
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Beginning in July: New Sermon SeriesAmerican Idols: The Idols Among
UsAs I've been prayerfully thinking these last several months, I've
been specifically asking, "What is keeping North Street from living up
to the "community" aspect of her name?" As you know, this has been my
goal for North Street - daily community in Christ. In the last couple
of weeks, the question has broadened just a bit to include, "What is
keeping us from holistically following Christ in these times?" I feel
like the Spirit has guided me in responding to these questions, but I'd
like your input as well. Often, we think of statues or false gods when
we hear the words "idols" or "idolatry," but idols exist for us today
in many forms. Simply put, idols are the things that keep us from
seeing God and the things of the Kingdom of God. So if you have a few
moments, would you prayerfully consider these two questions and shoot
me an e-mail in response? I want to hear from you. While some things
are obvious (busyness, materialism, etc.), really challenge yourself as
you ask this question...what are things in your life that are keeping
you from hearing God?
Beginning in July, I'll be preaching this series for a couple of
months. I'd appreciate your prayer.
In Christ,

Pastor Jeremy
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Posted By Jeremy D. Scott to North St. News at 6/10/2009 02:34:00 PM