Volume 21, Number 17

August 12, 2012

www.eastmont.org

Fall Discipleship Classes Begin this month

Sunday nights have always offered some of the best classes. This year the selection is even greater. Children are in music. Youth & Adults are learning to be better disciples. All ages, all levels and all learning to be more like Christ.
The Unseen Spirit World (co-ed) Led by Byron Golden in room 205 Financial Peace (co-ed) Led by Beth Huckabee in room 114 begins September 10 Old Testament Overview (co-ed) Led by Carol Hyland in room 129 Sermon on the Mount (ladies) Led by Donna Clements in room 110 Winning Him Without Words (ladies) Led by Tracie Griggs / Donna Key in room 118 First Place (co-ed) Led by Vickie Lavender in room 112 Through YOUR Bible (men) Led by Joe Clements in room 116 Getting to know Gods Word (co-ed) Led by Dennis Long & Melinda Makowsky in the Fellowship Hall Handbells (co-ed) Led by Danny McDonald in room 908 The Mind of Christ (co-ed) Led by Louise Emfinger in room 105 Spiritual Gifts (co-ed) Led by Jerry Short in the Fellowship Hall Game Plan for Life (men) Class led in room 209

Discover Eastmont Membership Class - August 26

This is the basic introduction to our church. Anyone considering Eastmont as their church home will find this most helpful. Taught by our pastor and staff it covers doctrine, purpose, and membership. The next class is Sunday, August 26 at 9:20 a.m. in the sanctuary. If God leads you, you may join Eastmont through the class.
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Why should I be so surprised? You have always been so faithful, generous, and loving. Every time I ask you to make special visits or give a little more, or do something extra you have gladly responded. Almost 500 gift bags were delivered these past two weeks. We are now receiving responses from people you contacted. I met two families last Sunday who came because one of you invited them. You know as well as I, that healthy churches can never be built with loose change, spare time or by playing it safe. Thanks for blessing my heart again. What a tremendous start to our Sunday night Discipleship Ministry. There were over 400 involved. I was especially pleased with so many young adults who came and included their children in choirs. Children learn so much more than music. They become better followers of Christ. When you are tempted to stay at home, on Sunday afternoon, remember these are moldable moments for children that will never come again. Use it wisely. All of our Sunday School classes teach the Bible. Some Sunday the class may chase rabbits, but Gods Word is central. And why shouldnt it be? One physician said it this way. I spent twenty two thousand dollars on shrinks and found my help in a ten-dollar Bible. A Bible that is falling apart, usually belongs to a person whose life is staying together. Eastmonts next Membership Discovery Class is August 26. I could use your help with promoting it in your Sunday School class. When you offer to accompany someone to the class, the results are even greater. Ill See you Sunday,

BIG CHURCH CLASS Camp Big Enough Sunday, August 12, 9:20 a.m. 5 yr. olds who will be going to Big Church for the first time will enjoy fun activities in Sunday School Aug. 12 learning all about Big Church! Well play games, enjoy a DVD, have a special snack and get your NEW KID on the PEW bag and certificate! Dont miss this exciting day! At the same time there will also be a class for PARENTS in Room 126 with lots of ideas to help you guide your child in his/her first experiences in Big Church! MISSIONS TRAINING Saturday, August 18, 9 a.m. @ Eastmont Teachers of GAs, RAs, Mission Friends are encouraged to attend this training event to hear all about plans for the upcoming yearGet theme ideas, curriculum overview, and lots more to help you get your missions year kicked off! Preschool/Childrens Ministry will promote to new classes on Sunday, Sept. 2!! INVEST in the FUTURE ...TEACH CHILDREN! Preschool/Childrens Ministry is in need of additional teachers for Sunday School, GAs, RAs, Mission Friends and ETC!! If you would like more information, please call Ginger Andrew 420-6306. We will train and equip you, and all volunteers are screened for security. Invest in the future! THANK YOU Thank you so much for the cards, calls, food, gifts and prayers youve sent our way during the illness and passing of my precious Granny. Your hugs and words of comfort have meant so much to our family. My Granny was a true Christ-follower and will be greatly missed by all those who knew her. -Ginger and family

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HomeGroup - August 12, 4:30-6:30 @ Brian and Renee Clements House Supper will be provided along with swimming EnFuego is August 25th This is a FREE event. Be sure to sign up in the student ministry hallway. TimeOut - youth worship service Wednesday nights from 6:30-7:30 Winter Retreat - December 29 - January 1 @ Panama City Beach

Guatemala Mission Trip Meeting Our next scheduled meeting will be September 16 at 3:30 p.m. in room 110. Car Show - Due to conflicting car club commitments, the Car Show has been moved to April 6, 2013 Carpenters for Christ - Fall Project in Columbia, Louisiana Team will be doing a special fall project this year, October 7th to October 13th, in Columbia, La. Will construct a 4500 sq. ft. Worship Center for Columbia Pentecostal Church. Project is our first Fall trip and also will be Coed for the first time. Men and ladies invited to our initial planning meeting Thursday evening August 16th 7:00 PM Room 205. Any questions call Billy Pollard 221-6794

Mark Your Calendar! August 19 - Covered Dish Fellowship - Bring your favorite dish and join us for good food and fellowship following the second service in the Fellowship Hall. August 25 - Kayak/Rafting trip in Milton, FL. Cost: $25 + 1 meal & bring a lunch. Drinks and water are provided

Lifting Our Savior Up Concert August 28 at 6:30 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall Led by Jerry Thomas, Mike Atcheson & Second Chance IT'S TIME FOR "TOOLS FOR SCHOOLS Bring your school items Sunday, August 12 and 19th and put in the Missions Ministry baskets located around the church. Your help will be appreciated Outreach with Meal August 13, 4-7 p.m. (meal served between 5-6) Craft Class Wednesday, September 5, 2012 9:00 a.m. Room 116 and 118 If you are interested in making or learning crafts such as crocheting, sewing, etc. items to be taken to our homebound members, please join us. This will be a time of Christian fellowship and serving. This Financial Peace University is all new! The material has been revised with shorter class meeting times and lasts for 9 weeks. The first lesson is free to check out the class. We will meet Sunday nights starting Sept. 9 at 4:30-6:00. Call Cliff or Beth Huckabee at 356-9526 for more information. Child care is available.

Bessie Gillespie and family in the loss of her sister, Eva Wall, on 7/25. Ginger Andrew and family in the loss of her grandmother, Della Wallace, on 7/27. The family of Betty Nations who passed away on 7/30, To Franklin Anders, Jr. & family in the loss of his father, Franklin Anders, Sr. on 8/3.

Forever Young August 21 at 10 a.m. Covered Dish Meal Musical Program - Mitch Lofton, 1st Baptist Prattville

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August 12, 2012

Sunday, August 12
8:10 a.m. 9:20 a.m. 10:30 a.m. 5:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. 5:30 p.m. 5:15 p.m. 5:45 p.m. 6:30 p.m. Worship Service Sunday School Worship Service Discipleship Outreach Aerobics Fellowship Meal Acteens Mission Groups Prayer Meeting Adult Choir Orchestra Practice Mens Small Groups Aerobics

Wednesday Night Meal

August 15, 2012 Hamburger, French Fries, Baked Beans, Salad, Dessert, Drink August 22, 2012 Fried Chicken, Baked Potato, Green Beans, Salad, Dessert, Drink
$5.00 Adult $2.00 Children (Max. $15.00 per family)

Sundays Music - August 12, 2012 Special Music - Jayne Burns Sanctuary Choir Here For You Garrett Payton, Soloist Sundays Music - August 19, 2012 Special Music - Mike Atcheson Sanctuary Choir He Still Saves Jayne Burns, Soloist

Monday, August 13 Tuesday, August 14 Wednesday, August 15

Sunday School Totals July 29, 2012 Preschool...60 Children...67 Students...71 Adults615 Total...813 August 5, 2012 Preschool...73 Children...59 Students...94 Adults669 Total...895

Building Lock-Up August 12, 2012 Coy Nichols David Melton August 19, 2012 Allen Deal Billy Dickey

Thursday, August 16
5:30 p.m.

Bus Ministry August 12, 2012 Richard Cartwright 514-6953 August 19, 2012 Joe Torillo 272-5439

___________________ Sunday, August 19

8:10 a.m. 9:20 a.m. 10:30 a.m. 5:00 p.m. Worship Service Sunday School Worship Service Discipleship

Weekly Giving July 29, 2012 General Budget $27,015.80 Building Fund $2,842.00 August 5, 2012 General Budget $51,168.33 Building Fund $5,356.00

Monday, August 20
5:00 p.m. 10:00 a.m. 5:30 p.m. 5:15 p.m. 5:45 p.m. 6:30 p.m. Outreach Forever Young Aerobics

Tuesday, August 21

Wednesday, August 22
Fellowship Meal Acteens Mission Groups Prayer Meeting Adult Choir Orchestra Practice Mens Small Groups Aerobics

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Thursday, August 9
5:30 p.m.

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