WELCOME TO MOMENTUM – FALL 2023

Momentum is defined as the strength or force that allows something to continue or to grow stronger or faster as time passes. It is our desire to help you continue and grow in your faith. We are excited to offer a variety of classes that cover important topics. You will find many opportunities to learn to grow in your Christian walk, strengthen your faith, and share your hope in Jesus Christ. We look forward to giving you the tools necessary to get you started! Please take a minute to look over classes offered and complete the registration form. Be diligent to present yourself approved to God as a workman who does not need to be ashamed, accurately handling the word of truth. – 2 Timothy 2:15

Laborers Together,

Steve Allen, Pastor of Ministry and Missions

Running Together – Northside’s Membership Class

Teacher: Scott Crede
Dates: Sundays, October 8-29 (4 session class)
Time: 11 AM – 12 Noon
Location: Hospitality Room
Cost: None

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If you’ve ever run, you’ve probably discovered that it is more enjoyable and much easier when you are running with someone else. God never intended us to run alone—that’s the purpose of the church. In this class, we will learn about four things that unite us as we “run” together—Our Salvation Story, Our Mission/Vision/Strategy, Our Beliefs and Values, and Our Commitments. Because Northside is made up of people from many different backgrounds, this experience is intended to clearly explain who we are, what we believe, and how to get connected. Childcare (ages 11 and under) will be provided by reservation only. Completion of this class is required for membership.

It Takes Discipline

Teacher: Steve Allen
Dates: Sunday, October 29 (One session Class)
Time: 2 – 6 PM
Location: Room 133
Cost: None

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Childcare (ages 11 and under) will be provided by reservation only.

Many have found themselves facing unexpected illness, financial hardships and our world has never looked quite this uncertain.  But, we know that God’s Word, the Holy Bible, is certain and is TRUTH!  Pastor Steve will share how to best study your Bible – you will learn how to unlock truths of the Bible and how to apply these truths to your life.

Running a race requires discipline. Our enthusiasm will help us get started but it won’t take us across the finish line. The same is true in the Christian life. That’s why the Bible says, “Take the time and trouble to keep yourself spiritually fit.” In this class you learn the spiritual disciplines that are critical to your success in “The Race” God has called us all to run. Deadline to register for childcare is the Wednesday before the class. Prerequisite: Running Together.

Finding Your Stride

Teacher: Steve Allen
Dates: Sunday, November 5 (One session Class)
Time: 2 – 6 PM
Location: Room 133
Cost: None

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Childcare (ages 11 and under) will be provided by reservation only.

This class is designed for you to discover how your personality, gifts, passions, and life experiences can all be used to serve others. “Finding Your Stride” sets the pace for living your life to the fullest by finding what God has created you to do (Phil 3:13-14). Deadline to register for childcare is the Wednesday before the class. Prerequisite: Running Together.

Pass It On

Teacher: Steve Allen
Dates: TBD

Childcare (ages 11 and under) will be provided by reservation only.

Are you ready to continue your spiritual journey into Pass it On? This is an exciting experience to teach you how to use your gifts, talents and life story to lead others into the Kingdom of God. Your eyes will be opened to the fields that God lays in front of you each day. Whether it is across the street or around the world, this experience invites you to change the world one life at a time. Deadline to register for childcare is the Wednesday before the class. Prerequisite: Running Together.

SUNDAYS

DivorceCare

Facilitators: Ted and Pennie Dyches
Dates: Will resume in January 2024 (13 sessions)
Time: Sunday Afternoons
Cost: Workbook—$20.00
Location: Room 121

You don’t have to go through it alone. Most people will tell you that separation and divorce are the most painful and stressful experiences they’ve ever faced. It’s a confusing time when you feel isolated and have lots of questions about issues you’ve never faced before.

DivorceCare groups meet weekly to help you face these challenges and move toward rebuilding your life. Each session has two distinct elements: Video seminar with experts and a support group with focus.

GriefShare

Facilitators: Audrey Skipper and Maggie Johnson
Dates: Will resume in January 2024 (13 sessions)
Time: Sunday Afternoons
Cost: Workbook—$20.00
Location: Room 125

It may be hard for you to feel optimistic about the future right now. If you’ve lost a spouse, child, family member, or friend, you’ve probably found there are not many people who understand the deep hurt you feel.

This can be a confusing time when you feel isolated and have many questions about things you’ve never faced before.

GriefShare group meets weekly to help you face these challenges and move toward rebuilding your life. Each GriefShare session has three distinct elements: Video seminar with experts, support group discussion with focus and personal study and reflection.

TUESDAYS

Experiencing God: Knowing & Doing the Will of God

by Henry, Richard, and Mike Blackaby and Claude King

The Ties of Love Ladies Bible Study Group

Teacher: Elizabeth Gressette
Dates: First & Third Tuesdays, Beginning September 5 – March 19, 2024
Time: 4:30 – 6:30 PM
Cost: Book – $24
Location: Hospitality Room

This is a 13-session study will help you move into a deeper relationship with God by studying the Bible and making life applications. Since this book was first published, millions of people have come to know God intimately, to recognize His voice, and to understand His will for their lives. He desires to reveal to His will, His ways, and His work.
Please contact Elizabeth Gressette for more information at 803-873-5674, egressette@bellsouth.net.

WEDNESDAYS

HOUSE OF PRAYER

When: Wednesdays (Resumes On September 6)

Time: 6:00 – 6:30 PM

Location: Auditorium

Today there is a desperate need for men and women of God who know how to pray: People who will not be satisfied with what they can accomplish in their power. Instead, they long to see the power and the glory of the Living God invade the Church with supernatural displays of His Deity! Jesus said, “My house shall be called a house of prayer.” The phrase house of prayer is from Isaiah 56:7, where it is used twice: “These [foreigners] I will bring to My holy mountain and give them joy in My house of prayer. Their burnt offerings and sacrifices will be accepted on My altar; for My house will be called a house of prayer for all nations.”

The church in Acts was birthed out of a prayer meeting. The great Revivals in America were begun with prayer! It is time for Christ-followers to fall on their knees and pray to the One who can change our country, our community, our church, our families, and our very lives through the power of the Holy Spirit.

It is clear that the place where believers worship will be a place of prayer. It is our desire that Northside will be known as a HOUSE OF PRAYER. Join Pastor Rocky as we gather for a time of prayer and worship. A time where we humble ourselves and ask our Heavenly Father to show us mercy and to anoint our lives and our church with His power! Asking for revival in our world and lifting needs in our church to the Lord. Simply come, no registration is needed.

INTRODUCING NEW STUDIES ON WEDNESDAYS directly after HOUSE OF PRAYER

The Art of Marriage: Getting to the Heart of God’s Design

Facilitators: Rocky and Sherrie Purvis
Dates: Wednesdays, September 20 – October 25 (6 week study)
Time: 6:30 – 7:30 PM
Materials: Couple’s Workbook Set – Available at the class: $30 per couple
Location: Hospitality Room

The Art of Marriage: Getting to the Heart of God’s Design is a Bible study for adults that helps participants blend their personalities and their life’s circumstances to create a divinely-inspired work of art — marriage.

Every marriage is unique, expressed by the colorful personalities of each spouse and textured by the circumstances at play in their lives. Blending these to make marriage work is a divinely inspired art form — challenging to master but definitely worth the effort.

Get ready to make a masterpiece of your marriage through this study. For maximum impact, a workbook will be available for each participant. The manuals are essential for fully experiencing the video event and provide additional information and guidance after it ends. Workbooks will be available for $30 per couple at the first class.

Children’s programming and childcare available until 7:30 PM on Wednesdays.

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Journey Into Joy: A Study of Philippians

Instructor: Rev. Eddie Malphrus
Dates: Wednesdays, September 6 – October 25 (8 week study)
Time: 6:30 – 7:30 pm
Materials: Handouts will be provided
Location: Choir Room 135

On his journey in Pilgrims Progress, Christian enters the Slough of Despond, where doubt and fear seemed to overwhelm him. Every Christian faces some of those dark times in their lives. Paul writes Philippians to help Christians move through those trying times to triumphant joy.

Children’s programming and childcare available until 7:30 PM on Wednesdays.

REGISTER HERE