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N e w s2012 Theme & Mission : MAKING A DIFFERENCE

To Fulfill Christs directive given in Matthew 5:13-14. He said You are the salt of the Earth and You are the LIGHT of the World

We desire to be SALT & LIGHT. Making a difference in our community and world, as we shine the light of Christ to those searching f

salvation and truth.

Vision and Mission StatementThe Beulah Grove Baptist Church seeks to fulfill the Great Commission by Exalting the Savior Evangelizing the Sinner an

Equipping the Saint through the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Matthew 28:18-20

Church Motto: The Church That is Built On Love

WORDS FROM OUR PASTOR

WELCOME

GREETINGSin the name of our Lord and

Savior Jesus Christ. I, Pastor McKoy, and

the Beulah Grove Baptist Church family

would like you to know how excited and

delighted we are to publish our first, quar-

terly church newsletter.

This year, 2012, we are excited to fulfill Matthew 5:13-14 where

Jesus reminds us we are the salt of the earth and light of the world,

partaking in the theme Making A Difference. It is our desire to

add flavor and show the light of God everywhere we go that God

might be glorified through our lives.

We invite you to join us for our many worship or fellowship oppor-

tunities. If you dont have a church homewe invite you to come

and be a part of our church family. For we are a church that is Built

on Love.

Pastor McKoy

Beulah Grove Baptist Church

59-63 Springdale Avenue

Newark, New Jersey 07107

973-482-4054

[email protected]

www.beulahgrovebaptist.com

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Sunday

ntercessory Prayer 9:30am

Sunday school 10:00am

Worship 11:00am

Wednesday

Bible Study 6:45pm

FridayYouth Ministry 6:30pm

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Next addition will be pub-lished May 2012. If you would

like to make a submission,please email it to the churchor give directly to Sis. Tina

by May 6. NO EXCEPTIONS___________________________

The Pastor reserves the soleright to determine what is and is

not appropriate to be published.

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Editorial Board

Sis. Tina Tchaniley: Chief Editor

Tamisha McKoy

Inside this issu

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Honoring our sea-soned 70 and older

Saints

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Honoring our sea-soned 70 and older

Saints

Current Ministryopportunities

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Welcome to Min.Janeide Chillis

BGBC TOP LEVEL

Above the Influence

Free Teen-Newark, NJ

Birthdays, NewMembers Welcome,

Christian Humor

Words from thechief editor

what is Lent?

Bible Study, Revival,

Breakfast, H&R etc

Current & Upcoming

Events

How long have you

been a black Baptist church .1

Contacts & Calendar


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Words from the Chief Editor

I am so excited to introduce the first issue of the Beulah Grove News. Th

news letter will be published quarterly with the latest news and upcomin

events here at BGBC. We encourage the members of Beulah Grove and

ministry leaders to submit information such as birthdays, anniversaries,

recognitions, achievements, words of encouragement, Christian humor and more.

Tina Kpelly-

Tchaniley

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Season of Lent 2012

What is Lent

Lent is the Christian season of preparation before Easter. In Western Christianity, Ash Wednesdaymarks the rst day, or the start of the season of Lent, which begins 40 days prior to Easter (Sundays are

not included in the count). Lent is a time when many Christians prepare for Easter by observing a peri-

od of fasting,repentance, moderation and spiritual discipline. The purpose is to set aside time for reec

tion onJesus Christ - his suering and his sacrice, his life, death, burial and resurrection.What is our Commitment during this Season?

The BGBC family will begin fasting from Wednesday, February 22 until Saturday, April 7, 2012,

6:00am-6:00pm. We encourage those who can to deny themselves of food each day of the fast. This is

for those person that do not have to take medication or have to eat because of health reasons. For thosewho cannot deny themselves of food, you are encouraged to deny yourselves of those things which

keep you from communing with God. Ex. TV, Social Sites, internet, telephone, games, etc... During th

fast, set aside time to read God's word, meditate, and increase your prayer life.
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Honoring Our Seasoned 70 & Older SaintsThe days of our years are threescore years and ten: and if by reason of strength they be four score years, yet is their strength labor and sorrow; for it is soon cut

and we fly away Psalm: 90 :10

The daughter of Muriel Ramsey and Earnest Ramsey, JOYCE BRILEY was born July 21, 1931 in Montreal, Canad

She was married to the late Finis Briley. She worked as a machine operator at Revlon in 1992. She presently work fo

Newark school system since 1999 as a Food Service Handler. She became a member of Beulah Grove Baptist

Church in July 2010. She was invited by her Eastern Start Sister, Barbara Maybanks. Saddened by the lost of her hu

band, she felt at home and inspired from the message and loving people. She is a part of The Nurses and Missionar

Ministries. Her hobby is playing bingo and traveling to Atlantic City. Sis Briley so grateful to be part of Beulah Grov

Baptist Church family. It hasn't been a year since shes joined but , she feel like shes been here all her life. Her fa-

vorite Scripture is Psalm 27.

IDA WALKERThe daughter of James Walker and Matilda Love , IDA WALKER was born July 9th, in Boytin, Virginia., was on

12 siblings. She worked at Kessler Institute, West Orange, NJ as a Medical Supply Clerk where she retired in 1994.

She joined Beulah Grove because she wanted to worship with her brother. She is a member of the Trustee, Mission

and Pastor aide Ministries. Her hobbies are volunteering for various nursing facilities and watching Court TV.

The daughter of Georgia and Harry, LULA BATES was born in Birmingham, Alabama and has 3 brothers and 1 s

ter. She has 4 children, 5 grands and 5 great grands children. She became a member of Beulah Grove Baptist chu

over 40 years ago when she was in need of a church home. She is a part of the Trustee, choir, Pastor aide and a form

usher. She loves to cook and travel. Lula Bates is a loving person who loves to work in the church, and sing on the

Choir. She takes a great joy encouraging people and helping others in any way she can be of assistance. One of her

favorite songs/ quotes is May the work Ive done speak for me. Her favorite Scripture is John 14.

JOYCE BRILEY

LULA BATES

ALICE COMERThe daughter of Pearl Williams and Willie P. Williams, ALICE COMER was born in Reidsville, North Carolina

has 3 siblings. Married to Deacon Jessie Comer, she has 2 children, 2 grand's children. She is a Deaconess and a

mer Usher. She loves to travel and make ceramics. Her favorite scripture is Psalms 23.

BEULAH GROVE NEWSPAGE : 3

James HutchinsJames Hutchins was born in Savanna Georgia on March 26, 1924 where he is 1 of 15 siblings. . Moved to NJ in 1943.

Joined the Beulah Grove Baptist Church in 1974 under the Leadership of the late Rev. Aquilla Johnson. He has served

the Male Chorus, Trustee Ministry and church sexton. Bro. Hutchins worked for Asco Electric where he retired in 198

Bro Hutchins hobbies are going to the beach, traveling and spending quiet time at home.


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JOSEPH CAMPBELLThe son of Elizabeth Campbell and Richard Campbell, JOSEPH CAMPBELL was born October 10, Charleston, SC a

has 3 siblings. He was married to the late Gloria. He has 1 child, Kim Joan Butler and 3 stepchildren, 3 grands and 7 gr

Grands. He worked at Marshalls Department Store. Campbell became a member of Beulah Grove 22 years ago. He

attended a funeral and his eyes were open that he needed to be saved and join a church. In search for a church home be

attended Beulah Grove and the rest is History. He is a part of the Mens Ministry and a Usher. His hobbies are shooting

pool and cooking. A very comical loving caring guy, he loves to chit chat, tells jokes and have fun and be the life of the p

ty. He can get along with just about anybody.

CARRIE SAUNDERS

Carrie Saunders is a long time member of the Beulah Grove Baptist Church, where she has served as a Usher for many ye


Honoring Our Seasoned 70 & Older SaintsThe days of our years are threescore years and ten: and if by reason of strength they be four score years, yet is their strength lab

and sorrow; for it is soon cut off, and we fly away Psalm: 90 :10

Deaconess Alberta Brown AgeeThe daughter of Doris Washington and Mitchell West, ALBERTA BROWN AGEE was born February 27, 1942 ,

Cochran, Georgia and has 12 siblings. She is married to Deacon Thomas Agee. She has 4 children, Sylvester Flemin

Gary Fleming, Ronald Thomas and Rosemary Fleming. She has 6 grands and 2 great grands Children. She worked

Nurse Aide at Bergen Nursing Service, Hackensack, NJ for 34 years. Alberta Agee became a member of Beulah Gr

41 years ago. She is a deaconess and a member of the Trustee, Intercessory prayer, Willing Worker, Pastor Aide M

tries and a former Choir member. Her hobbies are Sewing , creating clothing, making / designing flowers, cooking an

gardening. . Her favorite quote is Do unto others as you would ask them to do unto you. She loves her church and

sisters and brothers in Christ . Her favorite Scriptures are James Chapter 4 and Psalms 27

JULIA JENKINSThe daughter of Mattie Allen, JULIA JENKINS was born September, 18, 1937, Lake City, Florida and has 15 sibling

She has 4 children, Michael Jenkins the late Willie James Jr., Barbara Jean Jenkins , and Howard Jenkins, 5 grands

and 2 great grands children. Sis Jenkins worked as an home health aide at the Patient Care Medical Services. She be

came a member of Beulah Grove over 42 years ago, blessed to reside across the street from the church she would sen

her children to church every Sunday. One day, her son came home and said they were going to be baptized, When sh

attended the Baptism service, she was then moved to unite with Beulah Grove under the leadership of the late Rev.

Aquilla Johnson. She is a part of the missionary and Seeds of Sarah Ministries. Her favorite Scripture is Psalms 27.

Deacon Thomas ageeThe son of Elizabeth Agee and Chappie Agee, THOMAS AGEE was born December 11, 1925 , Birmingham Alabama and has 1

siblings. He is married to Deaconess Alberta Agee. He has 2 children, Tommie Morton and Tawatha Agee, 3 grands and 4 great

grands Children. Proprietor/owner of Agee Construction, Newark, NJ, Thomas Agee worked as a brick layer/ concrete worker. D

as he is affectionately called joined Beulah Grove many years ago. He is currently the chairman of the Deacon Ministry a part of th

choir, willing workers and intercessory prayer ministries. His favorite quote is Others Lord Yes others Let this my motto be, Hel

me to live for others that I might Live for Thee. He enjoy his ministries, serving and fellowshipping with his Beulah Grove family.

loves everyone as God loves everyone as His love never quits. His Favorite scripture is the entire book of Psalms


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A.T.M. (Anointed To Move)

Leaders: Lady McKoy/ Jeannine Mosley Meeting Time: TBA

Our mission is to honor and worship God by encouraging, teaching, ministering and witnessing through the use of creative movement anddance. Sacred dance is the Holy Spirit within manifested in observable motion. It is the spirit in motion.

CHRISTIAN EDUCATION

Leaders: Pastor McKoy/ Jewel Dennis Meeting Time: TBA Sunday School/ New Members Class/ Yearly Workshops/ VBS

Our mission is to oversee all teaching ministry components to ensure they are biblically accurate, doctrinally sound, and in accordance witthe Vision, to the end that our members are growing spiritually and moving through pew progression.

HOSPITALITY MINISTRY

Leader: Joan Jordan Meeting Time: 4th

Saturday 12Noon Ministry Days: Each Sunday

To joyfully welcome and greet al that enter into His gates and create a positive and warm first impression.Follow up withvisitors with acardand phone call,provide a birthdaycelebration every other month. In most cases, we are the first impression ofBeulah GroveBaptiChurch.

INTERCESORRY PRAYER

Leaders: Lady McKoy/ Alberta Agee Meeting Time: Every Sunday, 9:30am

To pray for the concerns of our congregation, the Body of Christ, our nation, nations of the world and that the un-saved to come to Christ.

KITCHEN MINISTRY

Leaders: Jeannine Mosley Meeting Time: TBA

To provide quality food service for different church functions in the spirit of joy, love and patience.

MENS MINISTRY

Leader: Walter Jackson Meeting Time: 4th Saturday, 9:00am

BGBC Men's Ministries is devoted to helping men answer the many questions about life and encourage each other to become all that Godcreated them to be.

MISSIONARY MINISTRY

Leader: Darlene Berry Meeting Time: 4th Saturday, 12Noon

The missionary ministry address the spiritual and material needs of the church and community. Including home visitation to the sick membof the church, visitation to residents in the local nursing homes and oversee of the church's sick and shut in.

MUSIC CHOIR

Leader: Daniel Johnson Meeting Time: Every Saturday Ministry Days: Every Sunday

To minister to the entire church body through music that is spiritually uplifting and emotionally stirring

NURSES MINISTRYLeader: Sis. Charlene Walker Meeting Time: 4

thSaturday, 12Noon Ministry Days: Every Sunday

The role of the nurses ministry is to enhance holistic health services available for the pastor, congregation. These services do not includeinvasive hands-on procedures. The Nurses Ministry is an advocate and facilitator of the whole person concept and has the potential to ser

in many roles within the church.

PRAISE TEAM

Leader: Pastor McKoy Meeting Time: TBA Ministry Times: Every Sunday

To lead the congregation in dynamic spirit filled songs of praise and worship.

SEEDS OF SARAH

Leader: Lady McKoy/ Min. Janeide Chillis Meeting Time: TBA

It is our vision to train, equip and empower diverse women of all ages and walks of life so we may experience the fullness of God and reacour divine destinies.



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WILLING WORKER MINISTRY

Leader: Sis. Alberta Agee Meeting Time: 4th Saturday, 11:00am

is a mutually supportive Ministryof varied individuals who "do with their might whatever their hands find to do" for the betterment of thechurch and community

YOUTH MINISTRY

Leader: Min. J. Chillis / Sis Jewel Dennis Meeting Time: Every Friday 6:30pm

To reach, teach, disciple and develop youth holistically. Informal setting with rap sessions, recreation and refreshments designed to intro-duce youth to Jesus and help them develop an intimate relationship with Him. Participants must be in a teaching ministry.

For more information about the ministry you are interested in joining, please contact the leaders listed.

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Pastor and People of Beulah Grove WelcomeMin. Janeide Chillis

Minister of Youth

Janeide A. Matthews-Chillis re-dedicated her life back to the Lord in 1983, where shewas an active member of her family church, Canaan Baptist Church under the leader-

ship of Rev. Dr. Gadson L. Graham. At Canaan she participated in the Canaan Youth

Choir, the Usher Board and launched IOP (Inspiration of Praise) Young Adult Choir,

Media Ministry and the Praise Dance Ministry.

Janeide was called into ministry at an early age and finally surrender her life to theLord, took heed to the Masters call, and made the decision to walk in her purpose.

While recovering from a stroke in 2008, she started her Outreach Ministry in 2010.

Through this experience and Gods inspiration, she began her journey as an author. All of her books, like, TheABCs of Brain Education can be found on Amazon. Janeide is the Founder and CEO of StepRite, a corporation

that provides event planning, youth program and outreach ministries. She joined Life Changing Word Church Inte

national (LCWCI) under the leadership of Pastor William H. Cash in 2009, and became a Minister in Training

2010. She was then licensed to Minister the Word of God through American Fellowship Church in 2011.

Gods grace and life experiences has honed her innate quality of being a good listener and identifying with people.

This indisputable quality is demonstrated throughout her unwavering commitment and service in her community.Minister Chillis is active on many Boards and Associations which include the Irvington Board of Directors under

Wayne Smith, and Sandra Jones. Kean Ministry, Christ Crusade, Food Bank of New Jersey (Hillside), Toys for

Tots Foundation, YDP (Youth Development Program), and Zheta Phi Beta just to name a few.

Minister Janeides loving and supportive husband, Kevin H. Chillis, along with their children and grandchildre

lend support and strength that enable her to continue her service to others. She embraces her journey of service t

Gods people while pursuing her degree in Communications/Religion Studies at Kean University. She has bee

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Mission: Our mission is to provide and respond to the social, and spiritual needs of the youth in our church and community, by providing them with soprograms, activities, and events that will allow them to be expressive in there faith which will be taught through the word of God, enabling them the ab

to use their gifts, and talents within established programs, and ministries.

Vision: To provide them with a safe, well rounded environment giving them the necessary tools that willenhance their physical, and spiritual growth. If we build to please ourselves, we are building on sand; if we bu

for the love of God, we are building on the Rock.~Oswald Chambers~

Scripture: For I know the plans I have for you Declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to ha

you, plans to give you a hope and a future. Jeremiah 29:11

Free Teens & Youth Ministry will properly nurture and educate the youth, by making provisions that willmotivate, uplift, encourage, and support all those they encounter. Within Free Teens we will focus on meing the needs of the youth, along with creating positive resources that will empower, implement and broa

their character.

These are just a few of the accomplishments that have been already established with Free Teens. They have made a decision that as long as they are apaof Free Teens they will remain free from any negativity that would be presented to them. They have established a group set of rules that each youth

member must abide by.

Since the start of Free Teens the group has collectively come up with a group name. The name chosenBGBC Top Level Above the Influence, is the MOTTO suggested by one of our very own, Nazir. Win every group setting, there is level of comfort that need to be address, especially when speaking. Onethe icebreakers to get each person involved was by introducing themselves with an adjective. This littl

icebreaker was fun, and entertaining.

Within Free Teens, we will focus on the physical, and social needs of each youth member, along with th

goals set forth in the program, and youth ministry.

While getting to know them individually, and collectively we had each person list 3 things that they woike to change about himself or herself, or someone else on an index card. We also had the list 3 things that they would like to change in society. Theyhave really stepped up and demonstrated how excited they are about take part in such an amazing program. Each Friday we hope to incorporate, and dvelop each child with, informal settings that would include spoken word, rap, dance, singing, and recreation with a holistic approach that will be designeadvance there relationship with Jesus. There will also be some one on one sessions that will give each child an opportunity to express there interest, an

concerns. We will also provide light refreshments before session begins. So please make sure your child/children eat before attending Free Teens Grou

Free Teens have already demonstrated their interest into the program. They are ready to make a differ

ence, and remain above the influence. They are willing to open up, learn, and grow each week. S

ter Jewel, and I look forward to working with Free Teens & the Youth Ministry at BCBC. Msure you look out for more information on FREE TEENS- BGBC TOP Level above the influ-

ence, and youth ministry as they develop their God given gifts, talents, skills and abilities.

Min. Janeide Chillis Sister Jewel De

Coordinator Asst. Coordin



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Christian HumorA man and his ever-nagging wife went on vacation in Je-rusalem . While they were there, the wife passed away.The undertaker told the husband, "You can have her bur-ied here in the Holy Land for $150 or we can have hershipped back home for $5000. The husband thought aboutit and told the undertaker he would have her shippedback home. The undertaker asked him, "why would youa beautiful burial here, and it would only cost

$150????" The husband replied, "Long ago, a man diedhere, was buried here, and three days later, rose from

the dead. I Just cant take that chance!"

JANUARY

CANDICE NESMITHCAITLYN MCKOYDARLENE BERRY

MARCH

VERA HOLMES


FEBRUARY

ALBERTA AGEEIKEANA HEDGEPATH

Vera Holmes Neiko Robinson

Janeide Chillis Celeste Harrison hardy

Eddie Hall III Joyce Briley

BEULAHGROVE

BAPTISTCHURCH


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Have Breakfast With us!The Mens Ministry will have a light

breakfast available every Sundaystarting..

Sund ay, March 4 , from9:00-10:00am

Never be late for IntercessoryPrayer , Sunday School or morn-

ing Worship again because you had to eat! :)

The BGBC Missionary Ministry is collecting,

Dish Cloths, Dish Towels, cooking Mitts

and Pot holders during the month of February

and March, which will be donated to the wom-en of the Sierra House. We encourage every-

one to take part in this endeavor!

H & R BLOCK

TAX REFERRAL PROGRAM

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From January1-April 18th 2012we are asking you allow H&R

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How long Have you been a Black Baptist Church

Fill in the Blanks

"First giving: ______ to God, who is the: _______ of my life, I'd like to say I'm glad to be in the:

________ of the Lord one mo' time. Cause he brought me from a: _________long__________. I coulda

been dead, sleeping in my: _____________, but God is: __________ all the: ________, and all the:

____________, God is: ______________. He's a: _______________ over troubled waters. He's a mother

the: _____________________, and a: __________________to the: __________, a doctor in a:

__________________ room, and a: ___________________ in the courtroom! (smile) Hes the:

__________________ of the valley, a bright and: ________________star He got up early one:

__________________ mon'ing, with all _______________________ in his: ________________.

Pray for me that I grow: ___________________ in the Lord." Also, as you look in your church:

________________, under the special: ________________ please keep in your prayer: ________________

Sista Buela-Mae Jenkins who will be having her: _____________ surgery this week. And while you giv

your tithes and: ____________ we humbly ask that you contribute to the church:_____________ fund

and we will be celebrating the pastor's fifteenth:_____________ so anybody please who serves on the

_____________ board please meet in the: _____________ following: ______________. And the women's

auxiliary will be selling: ____________ dinners for $7.00 a: __________ along with the youth: ______ w

will be having their annual: __________ sale to help fund their trip to the national youth ministry:

_______ in Tennessee this summer. Parents please be: _______that vacation: _______school begins

June 19, please have your child: ________ by May 13. You knew them all, if not most of them, didn't you?!!! You must go to a black ch

Answers To Testimony Trivia : honor head house mighty/way grave good time good bridge motherless father/fatherless sickroom lawyer Lily shining Sunday power/hands stronger bul

announcements requests hip offerings building anniversary usher sanctuary/service chicken plate Choir bake convention mindful bible registered


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Contact us:Church office:

973-482-4054

[email protected]

Fax:

973-482-0942

Pastor McKoy:

[email protected]

973-418-5271

Min. Janeide Chillis:

[email protected]

Church Clerk

[email protected]

Trustee Ministry:

[email protected]

Newsletter:

[email protected]

Web Address

www.beulahgrovebaptist.com

MARK YOUR CALENDAR

Heritage Sunday: February 19 at 11:00am

Annual Lent Fast Begins: Wednesday, Fe

ruary 22

Ash Wednesday Service: February 22 at7:15pm, Pastor McKoy will be preaching at Mt. Calvary Baptist Church 90 W. DemarestAve , Englewood, NJ, The van will leave the

church at 6:45 sharp.

BGBC Deacon Deaconess & Trustee A

nual, Day: Sunday, March 11, at 11:00am

New A. M. E. Zion 150 Lawrence place

Paterson Choir Annual Day. Sunday ,March 18, Pastor McKoy will be preaching. T

van will leave the church at 3:00pm sharp.

Palm Sunday Service: March 25 at 11:00a

BGBC Marriage Workshop: Saturday,March 31 Marriage Checkup Dr. Marion &

Ann Franklin, facilitators. 9-12noon

Bethlehem Baptist Church, Deacon,Deaconess & Trustee Annual Day: N. 4

St. Newark, 3:30pm Pastor McKoy Preachin

Annual Lent Fast Ends Sunday, April 8

Easter Service: Sunday April 8 at 11:00am

BGBC Spring Revival: May 2-4 at 7:00pmRev. Dr. Vernon Walton, Mt Calvary Baptist

Church, Englewood. Revivalist.

Annual Mothers Day Breakfast: SaturdaMay 12th at 8:30am, given by the men of

BGBC

Mothers Day Worship: May 13 at 11:00am

Willing Workers/ Missionary Annual

Day: Sunday, May 27 at 3:30pm

Do you have a relaonship with Christ?Christs desire is to have an eternal relationship with you.

He longs to give you a satisfying and meaningful life on

earth and unending life in heaven .ABCs of Salvation

A. Admit you are a sinner.

"There is no one righteous, not even one ... for all havesinned and fall short of the glory of God."

Romans 3:10,23. (See Romans 5:8; 6:23.)

Ask God's forgiveness."Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be

saved."Romans 10:13

B. Believe in Jesus

(put your trust in Him) as your only hope of salvation.

"For God so loved the world that he gave his one and onlySon, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but

have eternal life." John 3:16 (See John 14:6.)

C. Confess that Jesus is your Lord."If you confess with your mouth, 'Jesus is Lord,' and be-

lieve in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you

will be saved." Romans 10:9Prayer of Salvation:

Dear GodI know that I am a sinner, and I repent of my sins. Thank

you for Your Son Jesus, dying for me and thank You for

raising Him from the dead.

Now by faith, I ask you Jesus to come into my heart and

save me. I accept him as my Savior and LordThank you God, for saving me. In the name ofJesus, I

prayAmen.

If this is your first time praying this prayer or if you would

like to rededicate your life to Christ, We Welcome you

Why Should I Attend Church?

1) It is an Expression of our Love for God

Going to church is a visible, tangible expression of our love

and worship toward God. It is where we can gather with

other believers to publicly bear witness of our faith and trust

n God, something that is required of all Christians (Matt.10:32-33) -- and it is where we can bring Him offerings of

praise, thanks, and honor, which are pleasing to Him.

(2) It builds up our Spiritual Strength

Receiving the preaching and teaching of the Word of God

increases our faith and builds us up spiritually. Every

believer knows what it is to face spiritual conflicts to their

faith, and must realize the importance of being fed spiritu-ally so that they can overcome the challenges. Paul states

that Christians face a wrestling match with the Devil and

his evil spiritual forces, and warns that the church must

put on spiritual armor for protection, as it will take every-

3) It brings a special visitation of the Lords Presence

There is the promise of a special visitation of the Lords

presence whenever two or more gather specifically in the

name of Jesus. By implication, this means whenever

Jesus is the object of gathered prayer, worship, praise,

preaching, etc. Even though Jesus resides within the heart

of every believer, he honors a gathering in his name by

coming in the midst, with his power, awareness, and

anointing. In such a gathering, Christ is able to do things in

hearts that he may not at any other time.

(4) It provides fellowship with other Christians

Gathering together also has compounded importance to

the relationship of the Christian brethren. The Bible

makes it clear that a right relationship with God requires a

vertical and horizontal alignment that is, we must

have a vertical fellowship with God and a horizontal

fellowship with other believers. It is not possible to love

God and refuse to love the brethren. If you have a prob-

lem loving other Christians, you have a problem in your

relationship with God.

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