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Apostle Rod & Prophetess Taketa Williams

106 Delray Rd. Columbus, Ohio 43207 614.424.WORD

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Grace New Covenant Church

1643 Aberdeen AvenueColumbus, Ohio 43211(614) 261-7291

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Youngstown, OH - On Saturday, January 30, 2010, the international church world, as well as the enter-tainment industry and many leaders worldwide suffered a great loss when

Bishop Norman L. Wagner departed this life to be with the Lord. Bishop Norman L. Wagner was Pastor of Calvary Ministries International (formerly known as Mt. Cal-vary Pentecostal Church) from March of 1971 until his passing on January 30, 2010.

He established a private school, Cal-vary Christian Academy, to meet the needs of families who lacked access to quality and cutting-edge education. This school excelled and graduated many individuals who are now making their mark on the world; Executives, Professionals, Sports & Entertainment Figures, and Leaders including Youngstown’s current Mayor, the Honorable Jay Williams.

In 1984, Bishop Wagner spearheaded a building project. Calvary Towers were erected and today still stand as a monu-ment to Bishop Wagner’s commitment to better living standards for the senior citi-zens of his hometown.

Recognized for his positive influence and the significant contributions to the communities he serviced, Bishop Wagner has enjoyed visits to The White House by personal invitations from Presidents Ron-ald Reagan, and William Jefferson Clin-ton.

Musically, as a gifted singer, song-writer, and arranger, Bishop Norman L. Wagner along with his choir, received Stel-lar Nominations for songs, “Best For Last,” and “Excellent.” Additionally, he played a very significant role in the launch of

Remembering Bishop Norman L. Wagner

Breaking Records in 2010

now Multi-Grammy Award Winning Art-ist, Vicki Winans. His wise counsel and his integrity have earned him great respect and love among many internationally cel-ebrated artists within the Entertainment Industry - as is demonstrated by the list of Artists scheduled to appear during his Home-Going services.

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Pastors from Coast to Coast

APOSTLE DAVID PITTMANTHE ROCK CHURCH INTERNATIOANLS HUMBLE, TEXAS

God’s divine plan for blessing in the ministry of sowing and reaping. His energetic preach-ing style and infusions of humor endear him to listeners in any setting. He is known through-out the United States as a man of faith and power.

PASTOR CARL A. McCLUNEY NEW HARVEST MINISTRES OF MAULDIN, SC

The New Harvest Min-istries has become a very dynamic ministry in the Up-state of South Carolina, a life-changing ministry with a restora-tion message. Pastor Carl has a mandate to house and equip a lov-

ing people that will chase after and live in a place called “Blessed”. Pastor Carl credits the success of this ministry to being humble be-fore God and keeping God First.

My prayer for all of you is to stay in peace, when faced with any situations of wrong-doing and just be still; watch God move on your behalf; but DON’T hinder your own future and blessings by retaliating. Your breakthrough may be right around the corner or through the next open door! He may be trying to give or bring into your life your next season of favor and/or deliverance! You’ll cut it off or delay it by getting in “attack” mode.

Breakthrough comes when we volun-tarily “STAND DOWN” from having our own way; meaning, we give precedence to Him having the choice to deal with things in His own timing and in His own way on your behalf. Why is this important? Because the Lord made us in His own image; He’s responsible for giving each of us a “will”, meaning we can pretty much do what we choose to do (with conse-quences of course), but we can. He honors us, when we turn over OUR WILLS to Him, even when we could do what we want to. God doesn’t forget what others do to us; often THEY DO, but when it comes to “pay back” time, then they can’t figure out why things aren’t going right in their lives, completely forgetting all about the havoc they caused in your life!

Now I know the next thing I’m about to say is going to really make some of you want to jump off the nearest cliff, but don’t get mad at me….it’s the Word of God speaking! As if turning over our will of wanting to “get back” at those that have wronged us wasn’t enough, the Lord then instructs us to do what?.... “Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;” Matthew 5:44, and if that isn’t enough, He tells us in Romans 12:20 to: “Therefore if thine enemy hunger, feed him; if he thirst, give him drink: for in so doing thou shalt heap coals of fire on his head.” That’s when you REALLY know you’re growing children! My God, it’s not enough we have to WAIT on Him to facili-tate the appropriate punishment but we have to treat them right, pray for them and do right by them anyway? LOL…that’s the Word Zion, that’s the Word!

Listen, I know it’s tight God’s people, but…it’s RIGHT! I’ve personally had to experience this, many times but what I

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Dear Church Lady,I have a Friend in church she is a deaconess but she smokes and drinks do you think that is appropiate???Respectfully,Up In fumes Dear Up,The bible says that your body is Gods Tem-ple and you must keep it holy, whic hi whole heartly believe , but some say well Jesus turned a river into wine so the bible allows for drinking to that I say (ok here I go) I agree....drinking yes ..drunkeness NO but the smoking well I think there is nothing as such a turn off but a woman who smells like smoke....If I was a man I know I would not be attracted to a woman who smelled like she just walked out of a 5 alarm fire. give me Chanel #5 anytime.Love yaChurch Lady

Dear Church Lady,Ok this is a serious issue I am having. There is a homosexual usher at my church and he always wants to hug me and it makes me feel uncomfortable everytime the Pastor says “church I want you to hug 3 people in here today.” I am always one of his 3 what should I do? I don’t want to offend him, but it is awkward for me.Sincerly,Huggy Bear Dear Huggy Bear,If you are comfortable in your manhood and you know the Lords unconditional love then do not be uncomfortable hugging him.... do the man hug ...shake hands, lean in, move out! You never know he might just need a positive Chris-tian man to help him and to be a friend.Sending you a hug,Church Lady

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We often call our-selves waiting on a break-through from God, but what are YOU doing to encourage one to come? Many of us want the Lord to come through for us in some area of our lives, be it finances, our marriages, jobs/employment situa-tions, etc. Do we really want a “breakthrough” or do we want God to just

do everything for us without us having any real responsibility in any of it? We do have a part to play Zion.

I think breakthrough is one of God’s areas of specialty, because there is always a lesson to be learned from it. He loves to send a clear message to the Believer that He “has our backs” in any given situation we may find ourselves in. For many of us, especially as Christians, an area we all could use some HELP in is the area of forgiveness and wanting revenge for wrongdoing. I can think of at least 6 or 7 personal experiences of my own, where the Lord clearly told me to “get out of the way” and let Him handle things the way He saw fit. It’s amazing how we can know the Word, read it, study it and then when we’re faced with a life situation, we immediately want to react by injecting our own policies of how we want to handle it! God declares in Romans 12:19, “Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but rather give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance is mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.” In this scripture, God literally is letting us know that He takes FULL owner-ship of vengeance; in fact, NONE OF US has a right to “get back” at anyone for any wrong doings. Oh wow…I know I got the Saints going now…I mean, ALL OF US are guilty of at least wanting to throw the book at SOMEBODY who has done us wrong…right? The last thing we want to hear when someone has wronged us is “Honey, just let the Lord deal with them; He’ll do it in His own time…”

But know this and I speak from experi-ence: The Lord has a Heavenly system of repaying people for wrongfully attacking you like I’ve never witnessed! He can do things you would NEVER have the power, authority, right or ability to do, without get-ting in trouble for it, because He knows them inside and out…He made them. He knows how to deal with them in the most just way!

Be Encouraged: Breakthrough Is Within Reach!

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Our society is not used to being alone. Many of us seem to be addicted to the constant use of cell phones, tele-vision, tweets, twitter, texts, and every imagin-able form of electronic communication to the exclusion of and pos-sible detriment of our

personal relationships. The approaching season of Lent gives us a unique oppor-tunity to engage in some quiet time with God and to take stock of what God has and is doing in our lives. It further gives us an opportunity to deepen our com-mitment to becoming more devoted fol-lowers of Christ.

Many Baptist churches do not for-mally observe the season of Lent. Conse-quently, I believe we miss an important opportunity to meditate on and prepare ourselves to thoughtfully and solemnly celebrate Christ’s death on Good Friday and his rising from the dead on Easter (Resurrection Day). The purpose of Lent is to encourage God’s people through fasting and/or thoughtful reflection, to humble ourselves before Him and draw closer to Him.

This year the Lenten season begins on February 17, ending on Easter Sun-day, April 4. Easter, along with Christ-mas, celebrates the two most important

events in Christianity - the birth and death of our Lord. Traditionally, those who celebrate Lent decide to “give up” or make a sacrifice of some cherished habit, food or possession. Instead of “giving up” something, why not instead consider “taking on” something, prefer-ably a trait or habit that draws us more closely to Christ. The road through Lent is a personal one. So if we are not in the habit of spending ample “alone time” with God why not make Lent a time of looking inward, taking stock of and let-ting go of those things that possess us. Why not instead reflect on the wonder of being owned by God.

Lent observes the 40-day period of partial fasting prior to Easter. The obser-vation of Lent goes back at least to the time of Irenaeus and over time evolved into a 40-day partial fast, often with strict fasting during Holy Week. Why forty days? Possibly because the number forty is significant in numerous bible references: the forty days Moses spent on Mount Sinai with God (Exodus 24:18); the forty days and nights Elijah spent walking to Mount Horeb (1 Kings 19:8); God made it rain for forty days and forty nights in the days of Noah (Genesis 7:4); the Hebrew people wandered forty years traveling to the Promised Land (Num-bers 14:33); Jonah in his prophecy of judgment gave the city of Nineveh forty days in which to repent (Jonah 3:4).

Fasting was an important part of Jesus’ teaching and in his own life. Jesus withdrew into the wilderness from the crowds that always followed him, where he fasted for forty days, and was tempted by the devil (Matthew 4:1-2, Mark 1:12-13, Luke 4:1-2). He further told his disciples that they should fast. Since, presumably, the Apostles fasted as they mourned the death of Jesus; Chris-tians have traditionally fasted during the annual remembrance of his burial and resurrection.

The traditional belief is that Jesus spent forty hours in the tomb. The bibli-cal reference to ‘three days in the tomb’ is understood to have been from Fri-day afternoon to early Sunday morn-ing. Matthew 12:40 states, “For as Jonas was three days and three nights in the whale’s belly; so shall the Son of man be three days and three nights in the heart of the earth.” The glorious culmination of God’s plan for our salvation reached its culmination when God raised his son from the dead on that Sunday morning.

The Lenten journey is about taking part in Jesus’ final journey, about dying to self, and becoming transformed to a new life. Our Lord himself said, “Who-ever wishes to be my follower must deny his very self, take up his cross each day, and follow in my steps.” (Luke 9:23). Comments may be sent to [email protected].

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Ambassadors for ChristSundays 10:30 amCluster FellowshipVarious times and locations throughout the week. Please phone the church office for more information

(614) 863-5823www.ambassadorministries.org

Apostles Eric & Carolyn Warren

Authority of the Believers Church“Imparting Present-day truth and activating

believers for the work of the Ministry”184 Heatherdown Dr.Westerville, OH 43081Apostolic/Prophetic Service Times:Sunday Worship 11 a.m.Tuesday &Thursday Mid-day Bible Study 12:00p.m.Wednesday Night Bible Study 7 p.m.

(614) 523-2413 • www.aotbm.orgApostle Robert & Prophetess Dixie Summers

Bethel Temple Ministries2840 Lockbourne Rd.Columbus, Ohio 43215614-492-0811

SERviCE TiMES:• Sunday School – 10 a.m.• Sunday Morning Worship 11:30 a.m.• Bible Study – Tuesday 7 p.m. (Prayer @ 6:30 p.m.)www.voiceofbethel.org

Pastor Dane and Lady Lisa Clark

Bible Way Church of Our lord

Bishop William C. Latta

453 S. Wheatland AvenueColumbus, Ohio 43204(614) 272-7553

Service Times: Sunday School 9:30 amSunday Worship 8 am & 11 am Sunday Evening 6pmBible Study Wednesday 7pm Prayer Friday 7pm

Calhoun Memorial TempleChurch of God Fire Baptized, inc.

We Invite you to Share in the Victory!1197 E. Long StreetColumbus, Ohio 43203

Sunday School 10:30 a.m.Sunday Worship Services 11:30 a.m. & Wednesdays 6:30 p.m.Church 614.253.8973 Pastor 614.863.1272Pastor M.R. and First

Lady ReginaNesbit

Church of Christ of the Apostolic Faith1200 Bretnell AvenueColumbus, Ohio 43219614.253.7950

Sunday School 9:45 amSunday Worship Service 11:15 amChildren’s Church 11:15 amDaily Noon Day Prayer 12 NoonWednesday Bible Study 7:30 pm

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Columbus Christian Center2300 N. Cassady AvenueColumbus, Ohio 43219(614) 416-9673

Weekly Encounters:• Sundays at 9:00 am• Tuesdays at 7:00 pm • Wednesdays at 11:30 am• Fridays at 7:00 pm

www.eilm.orgDr. David C. Forbes

Columbus Word of life MinistriesTemporary Location

Sherwood Middle School1400 Shady lane RoadColumbus, Ohio 43227PH (614) 397-9606

Elder Edward H. and 1st Lady Barbara Lewis

Service Schedule Sunday School: 10:00 amSunday Morning Service: 11:00 am

Tuesday Evening Bible StudyAdult and Youth Classes: 7:00 pm

Corinthian Missionary Baptist Church

Elder Michael D. Reeves, Sr.

3161 E. 5th Avenue Columbus OH 43219PH: 614-237-8619

Sunday Morning ServicesSunday School - 9:30 AMMorning Service - 10:45 AMYouth Church Service - 10:45 AM

Wednesday Evening ServicesAdult & Youth Bible Study - 7:30PM

www.cmbccols.org

Empowerment Worship Center

1786 Brice RoadReynoldsburg, Ohio 43068(614) 755-6368

Service Times: Sunday Worship 3:00 pmThursday Empowerment 7:00 pm

www.empowermentwc.com

“Empowering People, Impacting Lives”

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First Church of God

3480 Refugee • Columbus, Ohio 43232(614) 338-8338 • 1stchurch.net

SUNDAYMorning Worship7:00 a.m., 9:00 am & 11:00 a.m.Christian Education Classes 9:00 a.m. & 9:45 am WEDNESDAYPastoral Teaching - Noon & 7:00 p.m.

"Making Ready A People Prepared to Meet The Lord"

God’s Way Ministries10709 Blacklick-Eastern Rd. NW (Rte.204),Pickerington, OH 43147

Church Facility: Holy RedeemerService Times: Sundays @ 6:00p.m. Mailing Address: P.O. Box 610 Pickerington, OH 43147Ministry Line: 614.501.9953

Website: www.doitgodsway.comPastor Tim and

Lady Denise Carpenter


Breakthrough from page 3learned was how to be humbled by the obedience of going through it. I never said it felt good or I did it without reserva-tion, or because I necessarily wanted to….I said I did it out of obedience. Father God knows how hard it is in our flesh to let some things go, but He demands that we do in order to get to our next dimension.

The next time you’re faced with a decision in your life to take someone out by your own hand or to abide by God’s desire for us to turn them and the situa-tion over to Him…think about this: is the person or the situation REALLY important enough to risk you moving into your next dimension? There is too much work to be done in the Kingdom to give someone else that kind of power over you….don’t release your future, your blessings, and your vision into the hands of someone else that doesn’t’ deserve it. The only thing we’re REQUIRED to do is to love them

and release them into the Hands of the Lord to deal with them on His terms and according to His time table.

Now, about that breakthrough…I want to encourage you to take whatever next steps are necessary for you to move into your next dimension in God, so do the following and WATCH God move in your life: • Praise God every chance you get! (i.e.,

at home, in your car, witnessing to oth-ers, etc.)

• Help meet the need of someone else; becoming a GIVER is so important…and MEAN IT!

• Keep a grateful heart toward the Lord and toward others who love you! Let them know you appreciate them being in your life.

• Stay obedient to God’s Word and His direction for your life. READ THE WORD so you’ll know what to do.

• Pray for your enemies and those that curse you, try to hinder you, ignore you, etc. Your future, your times ARE NOT in their hands, it’s in God’s hands! (Psalm 31:15)

• STAND DOWN and allow the Lord to handle wrong-doings in His way and in His timing

• Do YOUR part and watch the Lord MOVE on your behalf…for He loves AND honors obedience, graciousness and PRAISE!

Psalmist Doris Stokes is:President & CeO of Black Pearl enterprises & 1 voice Music Ministries; A Psalmist, Worship Leader, recording Artist, Songwriter & Gospel Stage Play Actressemail: [email protected] Websites: www.dorisastokes.com (the Official Website) www.facebook.com/dorisastokes (On Facebook)© Copyright Protected: Black Pearl enterprisesno part of this article may be copied or used without express written permission from its owner.

It was a good plan, graduate from Booker T. Washing-ton high school and go right to college at Morehouse. More-house was the logi-cal choice to prepare the son of a preacher and the grandson of a preacher. Dr. King moved on with his degree in sociology

to study religion at Crozer, a highly respected seminary. Coming from the segregated South he now studied and worked with various races and peo-

ple. His people skills were continually honed. It was then to Boston University where he met the perfect woman to love and serve as a Pastor’s wife, Coretta. Dr. King graduated, married and was ready to begin his life work, ministry. It was a very good plan but Dr. King took counsel with God.King did indeed hear the call of the Lord but he discovered that his parish was larger than he expected, his mis-sion far beyond that of a local church or Association. His role in history was far beyond anything he had ever imag-ined. Dr. King met the destiny God has planned all along. He went step by step following the lead of the one true God.We plan and we should. We prepare

ourselves for the future we imagine but when we listen for God’s voice we soon find ourselves discovering what He has planned. Yes, we may have many ideas and hopes for our lives but it is the Lord who will guide us to where we should be in life when we take council with Him.Prayer: Dear Father we lay our plans, our future before you and we seek your wisdom. Guide and direct us in the path you have designed for us.And we will follow. Amen

(e.M. Johnson is the executive Director of none Like Him Anywhere (nonelikehimanywhere.org), a Christian Educa-tion organization. Her weekly podcast, In His Presence Radio, can be heard at jeanclaude.podomatic.com)

A Good PlanMany are the plans in a man’s heart, but it is the LOrD’s purpose that prevails. PrOverBS 19:21

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African Union Baptist Church – a forerunner for African American churches in Cincinnati, Ohio

Over the course of time, thousands of churches, representing various faiths have existed throughout the

Ohio community. Establishing programs, providing religious services and connect-ing with the community have been the focus of many. While St. Mary’s is the oldest church established in the Cincin-nati, Ohio area, The African Union Baptist Church, now known as the Union Baptist Church, was the first African-American church in this city.

On July 21, 1831, fourteen African-American members of the Enon Baptist Church in Cincinnati form their own congregation. This congregation, origi-nally known as the African Union Baptist Church, was the second oldest African-American congregation in the city. During this time, discrimination and segregation was running rapid and the organization of this congregation was formed to address the spiritual needs of African Americans. While African Americans were permitted to worship at Enon Baptist Church they were forced to sit in the back. Desir-ing to worship freely, without restriction, the African American congregation was formed.

Beginning their transitional journey, members of The African Union Baptist Church initially met in a member’s home.

In 1835, the congregation completed con-struction of a formal church building on

Western Row, near Second Street. The fol-lowing year, David Leroy Nickens, who was probably the first African American to be ordained as a minister in Ohio, became the church’s pastor.

Referred to as devoted abolitionist, members of The African Union Baptist Church were major components in the freedom fight. Actively assisting runaway slaves along the Underground Railroad, this church and its members hosted numer-ous abolitionist speakers. Among the more prominent abolitionists to visit the First African Baptist Church were Henry Ward Beecher, Frederick Douglass, and William Lloyd Garrison.

Over the course of time, the congrega-tion and membership of The African Union Baptist Church continued to increase. The expansion of the congregation caused the members seek larger accommodations so that all who desired to worship could do so. In 1864, the African Union Baptist Church purchased the former Enon Baptist Church building. From 1876 to 1879, George Wash-ington Williams, the first African American elected to the Ohio legislature, served as the church’s pastor. In 1895, the church, now known as the Union Baptist Church, completed construction of a new church building at the southwest corner of Rich-mond Street and Mound Street.

In 1960, Cincinnati officials imple-mented Queensgate II, an attempt to revitalize the Queensgate neighborhood in downtown Cincinnati. The Union Bap-tist Church was located in the Queens-gate neighborhood. The city informed the congregation that the church was to be demolished and offered the church build-ings in other Cincinnati neighborhoods. The Union Baptist Church chose to remain in Cincinnati’s downtown area and began construction of a new church building, which was completed in 1971.

The Union Baptist Church continues to serve the downtown Cincinnati area today. Besides meeting the religious needs of the community, the church currently operates a fourteen-story apartment building, known as Page Tower, for low-income residents. In 1990, the Union Baptist Church had nearly one thousand members.

African Union Baptist Church illus-trates the prejudice that existed in Ohio during the years before the American Civil War. Ohio was a state that did not allow slavery. Nevertheless, that did not mean that whites were open to granting African Americans equal rights. Free blacks found that it was difficult to get fair treatment, and they often formed their own commu-nities and institutions away from whites.



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Founded in 1842, Franklin Circle Chris-tian church has been meeting the needs of people for over 168 years. Currently

worshipping in an 1883 Victorian Gothic building, which has been well-maintained and consistently up-dated, this ministry has been empowering generation after genera-tion in the Cleveland area.

Dedicated to serving the needs of the urban community, Franklin Circle Christian Church sits in the heart of the urban com-munity. Through their desire to empower and serve, Franklin Circle Christian Church has developed many programs designed to address the needs of people. Such programs have included Chinese Sunday School, a preschool, senior citizen and low income meal programs, summer youth programs, El Barrio, and the Native American Center.

Over the years, this church has fostered

many relationships, being the parent church for five west side Disciple of Christ con-gregations. Each congregation established carries a piece of the vision imparted by the parent, to meet the need of the people and to carry out the mission. “Our Mission is to empower disciples to serve and glorify God. We care for the spiritual needs of a cultur-ally diverse community, encourage creativ-ity, and awaken people to the joys of life with Jesus Christ.”

Currently Franklin Circle Christian Church is under the leadership of Pastor Allen Harris. Referred to as a Redevel-opment Pastor, Allen Harris specializes in the historic, diverse, urban congregation. Under his leadership, he has helped the con-gregation keep a clear sense of its identity and renewed its mission to the community. In April of 2004 the Region of Ohio and

the congregation affirmed the work Allen and the congregation had done to revitalize the church and they called him to continue to be their Pastor.

While Pastor Harris is the current over-seer, he stands on the shoulders of strong forerunners. Early members of this congre-gation included many lake captains, their families and President James A. Garfield who served as its pastor in 1857. Members Jessie Brown Pounds wrote hymns and Wil-liam Albert Hughes was founder and direc-tor of the Cleveland Messiah Chorus.

Franklin Circle Christian Church is standing as a national historic landmark and is located at 1688 Fulton Road, Cleve-land, Ohio 44113. For additional informa-tion individuals may contact 216-781-8232 or visit their website at http://franklincir-clechurch.org

Franklin Circle Christian Church serving the needs of people, year after year after year

Established in 1824, Second Baptist Church is the oldest Black Baptist church in Columbus, Ohio. Standing

on a strong spiritual foundation, this min-istry is the mother church for ten Baptist churches in the area. These include Rus-sell Street Baptist, Hildreth Baptist, Memo-rial Tenth Avenue Baptist, Shiloh Baptist, Union Grove Baptist, Bethany Baptist, Oakley, Good Shepherd, Pilgrim, Union, Beulah and Greater Love. However, three of these churches no longer exist under the name initially established.

As a ministry that has travailed over the course of time, Second Baptist has seen many barrier broken. In 1847, as the United States suffered under the burning issue of slavery, Second Baptist’s Pastor, James P. Poindexter, became an articu-late and enthusiastic voice against slav-ery within our community. Through his actions, the way was paved for the pres-ent day voice that still exists through Sec-ond Baptist Church. As they have picked up the mantle, this assembly continues to meet the needs of the church congregation and community, spreading the gospel and serving the Columbus area.

The journey for this ministry (later known as First Baptist Church) began in 1824 with seven members, three of whom were of African-American descent. Ten year years later a request went forth

by 16 African-American members to set aside a colored mission church. While the response was not immediate, two years later it was granted and honored by Rev. Ezekiel Fields, who was called to be the first pastor. First Baptist formally recog-nized the colored Baptist church as Second Baptist Church.

In 1844, Second Baptist obtained another milestone as the State of Ohio granted them a charter, allowing them to break ground for a new brick building located at 105-115 East Gay Street. While the church was progressing, members were still faced with dealing with the social issues that plagued the community. In 1844, a friendly split of the church by intense abolitionist, who formed the Anti-Slavery Baptist Church occurred. These members were more militant and active in the Underground Railroad.

During the 50’s Second Baptist went through transition, becoming incorporated by an Act of the General Assembly and the acquiring of a new Pastor, Reverend James Preston Poindexter. During this time the anti-slavery Baptist Church was also invited to reunite with Second Baptist. The two congregations merged.

Over the next 15 years, the church continued to be active in the civil rights movement, advocating for equal rights in the educational system. Both Reverend

James Poindex-ter and Reverend Washington Glad-don of the First Congregational Church entered into a desecration law suit against Columbus Pub-lic Schools. As a result of their con-cern for the edu-cational system, Reverend Poindexter was elected to the school board.

As the 90’s approached, Second Bap-tist continued to make strides, breaking ground for their new location and welcom-ing Reverend Charles Frank Jenkins, the man who would lead the congregation for 35 years of ministry. Picking up the mantle of leadership would be Reverend Harold Pinkston, who would later leave to form Good Shepherd Baptist Church. Reverend Leon L. Troy, Sr. would be the next Pastor to take the mantle and lead the flock for 20 years, during such time the ministry would grow from 250 to 1200 people.

Under Reverend Troy’s leadership new ministries were implemented such as the Deaconess Board, Operation: Potato, Oper-ation: Shoe Leather, Summer Camp, and Student Ministry (college students). A new

parking lot was built, new vans purchased, and the Sanctuary was air-conditioned. In addition the Second Baptist Church Hous-ing Association, Inc. was authorized by the church membership, the SBC Housing Association dedicated the senior housing building as Chandler Arms and Reverend Troy and the SBC congregation dedicated the new church annex which contained administrative offices, elevator, women’s lounge and car ramp.

As Reverend Troy transitioned into retirement Reverend David S. Carter took the mantle. Upon his transition the current Pastor Reverend Howard T. Washington would be installed.

Today, Second Baptist continues to be dedicated to the commission set before them so many years ago. Still persevering, still making a difference, still standing.

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Preacher Creates “Too Much Drama”Widely recognized as one of the nation’s best preachers, Dr. C. Dexter Wise

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places to worship

Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church1535 Dewey AvenueColumbus, Ohio 43219614-294-2739

Service times:• Bible Study Tuesday 7pm• Sunday School 9am• Sunday Worship Service 10am & 12pm Web Site: www.mtzcolumbus.com E-mail: [email protected]

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Mt. Zion Church of God in Christ1466 Atcheson St., P.O. Box 83298Columbus, Ohio 43203Sunday School ..............................9amSunday Morning Worship ....... 11:15amSunday, YPWW .............................5pmSunday Evening Worship ..............6pmMonday Evening Prayer ................6pmTuesday Prayer & Bible Study ......7pmFriday Evangelistic Service ...........7pm

Elder Nehemiah Howard, Pastor

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My Father’s House Ministries

Pastor Philip Poindexter

519 Kimball PlaceColumbus, Ohio 43205(614) 252-3125 Church(614) 332-7168 Pastor

Service times:• Sunday School 10:45 am• Sunday Worship 11:30 am • Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 pmwww.my-fathers-house-ministries.org

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New Birth Christian Ministries3475 Refugee RoadColumbus, Ohio 43232

Ph: 614.236.9080 • Fax: 614.236.9092www.nbcmonline.org

Tuesday Prayer 6:00 pmWednesday Bible Study 12:00 Noon Bible Study 7:00 pm Bible StudySundays 9:00 am Hour of PowerPastor Kenneth

E. Moore Sr.

New Destiny C.O.G.i.C1826 Tamarack Circle, S.Columbus, OH 43229PH: 614-670-3243 614-262-6747 fax

Elder Willie Sewell, Jr., Pastor/Founder of New Destiny

Evangelist Karen R. Bowen, Administrator

Sundays:9:30 AM – Prayer & Sun-day School

11:15 AM – Morning Worship 5:30 PM – YPWW (Young Peoples Willing Workers)

Tuesday:5:00 AM – Morning Manna Prayer & Teaching 7:00 PM – Prayer & Bible Band (Bible Study)

Friday:5:00 AM – Morning Manna Prayer & Teaching7:30 PM – Evangelistic Service/ Leadership Training

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New Destiny Outreach Ministry2124 S. Hamilton RoadIn the Cambridge Room of theHamilton Plaza HotelColumbus, Ohio 43232

Saturday Worship at 3pmWednesay Bible Study at 7pm614-260-8572 or 614-861-7220

Apostle Mark Webb

New Fellowship Baptist Church

Alphonso Guice Jr.Senior Pastor

12-0904

3420 Petzinger RoadColumbus, Ohio 43232614-237-7710

• Sunday School 9:15 am• Sunday Morning Worship 10:45 am• Tuesday Food Pantry 5:00 pm• Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 pm• Every Other Sunday: Old Time

Prayer Meeting

[email protected]

Pastors George & Theresa Ware

"Teamwork makes the Dream work and Love makes the Difference"

New life Ministries

5585 Summit Road SW Pataskala, Ohio 43062

Church phone (740) 964-1644 and (740) 964-1196

Sunday Morning Worship

11:00 am

Bible Study on Wednesday

7:00 pm

Philadelphia Deliverance Church of Christ250 Napoleon AvenueColumbus, Ohio 43213614-235-3207

Service times:• Sunday Worship 11:30 am • Bible Study Wednesday 7:00-8:00 pm• Prayer, Wednesday 6:00 - 7:00 pm• Free Breakfast Mon, Wed, Fri. 9:00-NoonBishop

James W. Redd

Power and Glory Ministries7370 Tussing RoadReynoldsburg, Ohio 43068614.322.2147

Service times:

• 9:30am - Sunday School• 11am - Sunday Service• Noon Wednesday - Prayer• 7pm Wed. - Inspirational Service

Apostle Maurice Broomfield

Pastor Sherry Broomfield

Power and Glory Ministries

Apostle Maurice Broomfield Pastor Sherry Broomfield

9:30am - Sunday School11am - Sunday Service

Noon Wednesday - Prayer7pm Wednesday - Inspirational Service

www.powerandgloryministries.org

7370 Tussing RoadReynoldsburg, OH 43068

614.322.2147

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6481 Tussic RoadWesterville, OH 43082

Sunday Service 10am

614.374.6260Wednesday @ 7:30

Bible Study Conference Line712-432-1427 PIN 768193#

New Season Christian Ministries

Pastor Charles and First Lady Carmen Dobbins

New Fellowship of Christians

Order of ServiceSunday School 9:45 a.m.Morning Worship 11:00 a.m.Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 p.m.Friday Prayer 7:00 p.m.

Pastor Gerald [email protected]

Coming From The Heart Ministry

Pastor James Johnson

Coming from the Heart Ministries is now back in session, if you or a loved one have been struggling with your addictions we encourage you to attend our weekly bible study fellowship support group to learn what God says about you overcoming your obstacles through Him.We are located on the bus-line at Columbus Metropolitan Library 3434 Livingston Ave & Barnett. Saturdays at 4pm.For more info contact Pastor James Johnson @ 208-1624 or [email protected], available for Recovery or Men’s Fellowship speaking engagements

Rock of Faith Counseling Center is a non-profit organization committed to pro-viding professional counseling that is rooted in a God centered understanding of people.

The staff of Rock of Faith is trained and experienced in dealing with a wide range of

issues including depression, anxiety, substance abuse, marital and family problems and faith

concerns. We provide services for children, adolescent and adults. For more information,

please contact us at 614-252-8688 ext 323.

Fire & Fellowship

Hosts of: The Battle

614.561.8397Elder Erick Miles (Haddon)

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community outreach, evangelistic &

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1442 Sullivant AveColumbus, OH 43223 (614) 279-3103 Phone (614) 278-1500 Fax

The Columbus Bible Way Church,inc.2660 Rhoads AvenueColumbus, OH 43207(614) 491-1620

SERVICE TIMES:• Sunday School 9:00 am• Sunday Worship 11:00 am• Thursday Hour of Prayer 6:30 pm• Thursday Bible Study 7:30 pm

Rev., Dr. William Talley, III

Triedstone Missionary Baptist Church

Bishop Jerome RossSenior Pastor

858 East Third AveColumbus, Ohio 43201

Service Times: Sunday School 8:45amSunday Morning Worship 9:45amMorning Glory (Wednesday) 6:00am Hour of Power (Wednesday) 12 noonMidweek Prayer & Bible Study 7:00am

(614) 299-7069www.triedstoneministry.com

The Temple of Praise487 N Champion AvenueColumbus, Ohio 43203(614) 258-4070

SERVICE TIMES:• Sunday School 9:00 am• Sunday Worship 10:00 am • Prayer Service Wednesday 6:30 pm• Bible Study Wednesday 7:00 pm

www.thetempleofpraiseinc.comBishop Edward E. Shouse

victory Deliverance Church of Christ

ApostleFred Sanders

1718 Myrtle AvenueColumbus, Ohio 43211(614) 263-5191

Worship Services Sunday Worship Service: 10:00am Sunday School 9:00amTuesday Bible Study 7:00pm

Senior Pastor David S. Carter

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Bishop Margaret A. Barnett, Pastor1186 Oak Street

Columbus, OH 43205 • 614-863-1428

Sunday School .....................................................9:00 a.m. Morning Worship ............................................... 11:00 a.m.Tuesday Bible Study ............................................7:00 p.m.Thursday Prayer/Praise ...................................... 7:00 p.m.

The Home Church at the Water of life Building3750 Sullivant AvenueColumbus, Ohio 43223800-882-0335

Sundays and Thursdays

www.yourhomechurch.comElder Eugene Lindsey, Pastor

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imani Christian ChurchPastor Dalton and Elder Elizabeth Butler

286 Belvidere Ave.Columbus, Ohio 43223

Ph: 614-276-6779Fax: 614-276-0876

www.imanichristianchurch.comSundays 10 a.m.

Wednesdays 7 p.m.last Friday of the Month Prayer 9 p.m.

lincoln Park Community Baptist Church

SUNDAYSunday School 9:30 a.m. Morning Worship 8 a.m. & 10:50 a.m.

WEDNESDAYPrayer Meeting 6:45 p.m.Bible Study 7:30 p.m.Wednesday Night Service 7:30 p.m.

James A.Carter, Jr. Pastor

675 E Markison AvenueColumbus, Ohio 43207 (614) 444-9594www.LincolnParkcbc.com

Mt. Sinai Holy TempleCathedral of the Covenant

Bishop H. E. Bellinger1712 Courtright RoadColumbus, Ohio 43227 Sunday Service 9:30Bible Study Weds at 6:30 pm

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Schools - independentMansion Day School Pre K-572 Woodland AveColumbus, OH 43203614-258-4449

TutoringCommunity Threads1509 East Main StreetColumbus, OH 43205Phone: 614-253-1005communitythreadsinc.com

Me 2 You Learning Center2600 Oakstone DriveColumbus, OH 43213Phone: 614-989-5984

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Sunday School 8:30am

Morning Worship 10:00am-12:00am Alfred L. Thompson

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2450 Performance Parkway Columbus, Ohio 43207614-445-8545

www.newjourneyforme.com

Bible Study: Tuesday 11am-12noonWednesday Evenings 7pm-8pm

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home&lifestyleRestoration Christian CenterAlonzo James, Senior Pastor

1570 S. High StreetColumbus, Ohio

Ph: 614-443-3181

Sunday Word of life 9:30 A. M.Sunday Morning Worship Service 11:00 A. M.

Wednesday intercessory Prayer 6:30 P. M.Bible Study 7:00 P. M.

Alonzo JamesSenior Pastor

Resurrection Ministries for All People2238 S. Hamilton Road, Suite 101Columbus, Ohio 43232

(614) 856-9940

Services:Sunday School 10:00 A.M.Worship Service 11:30 A.M.

Bible Study Tuesday 7:00 P.M. Bishop Mel Griffin

Pastor

Resurrection Power C.O.G.i.C“Where Dead Situations Come Alive In Christ Jesus”

Elder Franklin J. Culver, Pastor

700 Bernhard RoadWhitehall, OH 43213614-338-1855www.resurrectionpower.net

Morning Worship: 8:00 am & 11:00 amSunday School: 9:45 amEvening Worship: Every 1st & 3rd SundayTuesday Bible Study: 7:00pmFriday Services: Every 1st & 3rd Friday

Rhema Christian Center

ApostleLa Fayette Scales

2100 Agler Road Columbus, OH 43224(614) 471-9673

Service Times: Saturday Service 6:00pmSunday Services 8:00am & 11:00amWednesday Service 7:00pm

www.rhemachristiancenter.com

Southfield Community Missionary B.C.

1399 Augmont AvenueColumbus OH 43207614.491.9736

Service times:• Morning Glory 8:00 AM• Sunday School 9:30 AM• Mid-Morning Service 11:00 AM• Wednesday Bible Study 10:30 AM

& 7:00 PM

PastorHezekiah Martin

Trinity Baptist Church

461 St. Clair Aveue, Columbus, Ohio 43203(614) 258-9583

Early Morning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:30 amChurch School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9:15 amHigh Worship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11:00 amPrayer and Bible Study . . . . . . .12:00 pmPrayer Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6:00 pm Youth Bible Study . . . . . . . . . . . . .6:30 pm Adult Bible Study . . . . . . . . . . . . .6:30 pm

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Getting a Mortgage in 2010 Beginning this month, there are lots of new changes in the mort-

gage loan process and it’s much harder to obtain a mortgage loan now than in months or years past. If you are thinking this is your year to purchase a home, make sure that your finances are in order and that you have a clear picture in your mind of what you need first versus what you want.

You now need to contact a lender of your choice to go over your credit report. If this is the lender that you want to obtain your

mortgage loan from, then the lender should provide you with a list of items needed for the loan process. Once you have established the kind

of loan and the terms of the loan, you can contact a realtor of your choice to find your home. According to Mandy Harless of ReMax impact, the inventory of avail-able homes for sale continues to be plentiful. For buyers wishing to take advantage of the federal tax credit, the market offers many options including: traditional home sales, bank-owned properties, pre-foreclosure and foreclosed properties. The market continues to be a buyers market and a educated and prepared buyer can secure a great deal.

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Wedding planning can turn any sweet-natured woman into a blubbering mess or the dreaded bridezilla. Fortunately, it doesn’t have to be that way. • Expect stress. This is a stressful time. Talk with your fiancé and a close friend about helping you chill out when things get too tense.• Be realistic. A lot of brides set their expectations so high that they drive them-selves crazy. There are a lot of resources (Web sites, books, magazines, friends) that can help you have a lovely wedding on any budget. • Don’t try to please everyone. The wed-ding is about the bride and groom. You two need to decide what is meaningful to you and what will express who you are. • Delegate. You can’t do everything by yourself. It’s ok to ask friends, family and

the groom for help. Some churches or reception halls have wedding coordinators available – let them help.• Take care of yourself. It’s important to eat right, get enough sleep and exercise. You’ll feel more energized, you’ll be able to think more clearly and make better deci-sions. Courtesy of Family Features

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Can we sample from your wedding menu?

Take your spouse-to-be and a friend with you so that you can get varied opin-ions. Some caterers charge a tasting fee, but it’s worth it.

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Are tips and taxes included in the price? Some caterers will charge a cake-cutting fee or corking fee for wines. Make sure you get all fees in writing.What are the payment arrangements?

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“People tend to focus on what they should cut out of their diets; but it’s also what you add in that can make a difference,” said registered dietitian Tammi Hancock. Here are key heart-healthy nutrients to look for:

Omega-3 fatty acids can decrease the plaque on artery walls while rais-ing healthy HDL cholesterol levels.

Phytosterols, plant sterols, can lower total cholesterol and LDL cho-lesterol while raising HDL.

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Balanced fats: All fats are not cre-ated equal. For example, Smart Bal-ance spread has been shown to bal-

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Oatmeal with Spiced ApplesServes 43¼ cups water¼ teaspoon salt1¾ cups quick-cooking oats¼ cup Smart Balance HeartRight But-tery Spread, softened3 tablespoons dark brown sugar or honey1 teaspoon ground cinnamon¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg1 teaspoon vanilla extract¼ teaspoon salt2 cups (¼-inch-thick) sliced Granny Smith apple, peeled if desired

Bring cups water and salt to a full boil in a large saucepan over

high heat. Stir in oats. Reduce heat to medium and cook, uncovered, 6 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally. While oatmeal cooks, combine all the spread ingredients in a small bowl and stir until well blended. Heat a medium nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add ¼ cup of the spice spread; refrigerate remaining spread for later use. When bubbly, add the apple slices and cook 3 minutes or until tender, stir-ring gently. Remove from heat and let stand 1 minute to absorb flavors. Divide oatmeal equally among four bowls. Spoon equal amounts of the apple mixture over each serving.

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FEB.10 OUTBREAK The Jesus Party - Seymour, Indiana • themountain.orgFEB.12 Valentines Day Couples Re-treat - Atlanta, GA 770-955-1700 FEB.12 Fruit From FIYA Series Flourishing In Your Adversity Heirs Covenant Church10164 Princeton Glendale Road, Cincinnati, Ohio, 45246FEB.19 Restoration 2010 Men’s Con-ference Columbus, Ohiorestoration2010men.comFEB.26 Fruit From FIYA Series Flourishing In Your Adversity Heirs Covenant Church10164 Princeton Glendale Road, Cincinnati, Ohio, 45246MAR.04 Mind, Body & Soul Interna-tional Fellowship Conference March 4-6, 2010 - Birmingham, AL • cfrobertsministries.viviti.comMAR.24-27 FINALLY!’ Women’s Conference 2010 - Because Every Woman Needs A ‘ Finally’ Moment. March 24-27th Atlanta, GA Host Kameshia Stokes Thomas (770) 256-7720 Ms. Julia Raye (770) 256-7720thywill.orgMAR.27 God’s Chosen Vessels Arts Ministry Exhibition - Abundant Life Vineyard Church 2740 Hyannis DrCincinnati, Oh 45251

APR.16-18 Decree Your Atmosphere 2010 Women’s Retreat Burr Oaks Re-sort Glouster Ohio conqueringchris-tianwomen.org 614.231.8841APR.23 Blow the Trumpet in Zion - Conference Host: Rev. Dr. Peola C. Hicks - 10 Cherry Street Danbury, CTmyfirmrock.orgAPR.29 Getting It Done Church - Church Construction Expo 12512 Walters Road Houston, Texas 77014281.444.2733 fallbrookchurch.comJUL.21-25 The International Christian Church Fellowship - Reigning with Christ -New York City • 347-413-5191JUL.24 Workshop for Teen Girls, “Loving The Me I See” - Richardson Civic Center - 411 W. Arapaho RoadRichardson, TX 75080 angelaclay.comAUG.13-14 Gospel Fest 2010 Atlanta - Georgia Convention Center • atlan-tagospelfest.com

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Mt. Hermon Missionary Baptist ChurchBishop D. James Washington

February 12th First Church of God/City of Refuge

Bishop Timothy J. Clarke

February 19thLiving Faith Apostolic Church

Bishop Edgar A. Posey

February 26thJudah Christian CenterPastor Gerald L. Rice

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