San Jacinto Baptist Association is a community of churches uniting believers to reflect Christ through encouragement, education and resources in making disciples for the glory of God’s Kingdom.

September 2018

Volume MMXVIII

No. 9

On The Line 2 Corinthians 4:7

“Divine Treasure…

Poured Out…

Registration / Exhibits: 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Dinner: 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Annual Meeting: 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Prayer Seminar with guest Dr. Ted Elmore: 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Prepare your Messengers now. ALL church members are welcome to attend! New meeting location to be announced soon.

Dr. Ted Elmore serves the Southern Baptists of Texas Convention as the Pastor/Church Relations Associate and Prayer Strategist. He joined the staff of the SBTC in 2009. Ted has served as a pastor, interim pastor (7 churches), evangelist (14 year ministry affecting 14 nations), and state convention leader (13 years) in both evangelism and prayer. Ted holds both the Master of Divinity and Doctor of Ministry degrees from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. He is married to Cheryl and they have four grown children.

SJBA’s 72nd Annual Meeting “One in Christ - United in Prayer”

October 16, 2018

Senior Life BBQ at Lake Tomahawk

Entertainment by:

Glenn Sharp & Friends

October 4, 2018 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Cost $10 per person

Churches ~ go to http://sanjacintobaptist.com/event/senior-life-ministry-bbq-2018/ to register your participants online so we will receive a running total of your numbers. Remember, we need the bulk of the registrations September 25th so enough food can be prepared.

Note: Late registrants can be added if needed. Please call our office at 281.422.3604 if you are unable to use the online registration tool.

NEW! ~ Bring stocking stuffer item(s) for the upcoming Valley Mission Trip! Suggestions:

play dough matchbox cars hairbows combs/scrunchies Jacks / marbles

jump ropes yo-yo / clacker toys paddle ball rulers / scissors jewelry

Something To Think About Randy Gilchrist, Executive Director So many issues to deal with as the church seeks to minister to those in their community. Recently, the association sponsored a Church Safety and Security (CSS) Conference that dealt with more than just “active shooter”. The CSS

conference also dealt with Cyber security and other issues. Additionally, churches’ liability and protecting the integrity

of the church was a topic of discussion. The office has available copies of the printed handouts for those interested.

(photos from our CSS Conference)

Don’t forget that October 16 is the date set for the San Jacinto Baptist Association Annual Meeting. At this point we are unsure as to location due to Dell Dale Avenue Baptist Church having lightning strike their steeple and causing damage to their auditorium. This year’s program will focus on the theme “One in Christ - United in Prayer”. During the pre-dinner session we will focus on the churches and all believers being One in Christ and Mission. The after dinner session will focus on our being United in Prayer. During the evening session Ted Elmore will be conducting a “Prayer Seminar” for the entire association. I want to encourage our churches to help us promote this to all members and encourage them to attend. Prayer offered up by a humbled people, to a Holy God, united together for His purpose, will bring a renewing among us. Plan to be a part of this year’s Annual Meeting on October 16.

Messengers to the Southern Baptists of Texas Convention will gather at Second Baptist Church – North Campus 22770 US 59, Kingwood, TX on Nov. 12 & 13 to conduct the convention's twenty-first Annual Meeting. #SBTCAM18

For the Common Good Carey. D. Froelich, Associate Director for Church Enrichment ESV Proverbs 23:12 Apply your heart to instruction and your ear to words of knowledge. The annual Back-to-School emphasis in

many churches is often marked by a renewed focus on the discipleship task common to all of us. Children promote—they move into new, age/grade appropriate classes—and adults are given new opportunities for spiritual growth through a variety of learning opportunities. SJBA recently secured access to a wonderful collection of resources to aid your church in providing seminars and small group sessions that are aimed at helping members grow in the grace of the Lord. Sampson Resources has video-driven studies featuring dozens of the best-known teachers, pastors, and church leaders in subjects such as Leadership, Marriage and Parenting, Men’s and Women’s Ministry, Sunday School, Bible Study, Small Group, Discipleship Training, and Deacon Ministry. Through your membership in our association, you now have free access to all of the video studies and will receive a discounted price for all of the printed support resources. Sampson has assigned an order-code to each church which can be identified in the SJBA office. Go to www.sampsonresources.com to review the entire stock of materials.

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Our annual Fall BBQ at Lake Tomahawk sponsored by the SJBA SeniorLife Ministry is October 4. This year’s program will feature Glenn Sharp and Friends, and it promises to be a wonderful opportunity to explore the beautiful camp that God has used to touch thousands of people. Glenn and his co-workers are actively involved in Houston-area churches, and they serve our community in many ways through their musical and entertainment gifts. Make your plans to join us for this wonderful event.

2018 Rio Grande Valley Christmas Project

This year’s mission trip to the Valley will be Nov 30 - Dec 2,

2018. If you are interested in going, please call the Association office at 281-422-3604 for more details.

Monetary donations may be made to SJBA for the purchase of items to go into the stockings OR you may purchase items and bring them to the Association office. Some suggestions are to shop resale shops or garage sales for “gently used” items, dollar stores, clearance sales, or buy bulk. Please bring stuffers to the Association Office at 1020 Birdsong Dr, Baytown, Tx 77520 by November 12.

Ideas List for Boys and Girls items:

4”-8” dolls jacks jump ropes crayons Rulers scissors necklaces bracelets Yo-yo’s die cast cars paddle ball marbles play-dough coloring books clacker toys combs Toothbrush toothpaste small stuffed animals

Lake Tomahawk News Patrick Flowers, Camp Manager Many lives were changed for Christ during the summer camp season! Pray for the 350 plus who became new Christians and for those who rededicated their lives to Christ so far this year. Pray they will be strong in their faith and will continue to grow spiritually. We are blessed to serve in a ministry that reaches so many people. If you would like to be a part of this ministry financially, please consider joining Tomahawk’s Tribe. Tomahawk’s Tribe monies go directly to the development of buildings, recreation, or various other projects that enhance Lake Tomahawk. For more information or to join, please visit www.laketomahawk.org or call us at 800-522-6720. Fall retreat season has begun! Call 800-522-6720 or email angie@laketomahawk.org to book your retreat today.

Taxes & Ministers ~ 9:00 am—Noon Ministers need to know how to correctly file their taxes.

Taxes & Churches ~ 1:30 to 4:30 pm Churches need to know how to correctly report payroll taxes, honorariums, etc.

Register to reserve your seat at one or both of these training sessions by calling 281-422-3604 or via online registration at www.sanjacintobaptist.com (Note: lunch is on your own for both sessions)

SJBA’s Mobile Movie Ministry Special Opportunity!

SJBA has purchased a one-year movie license for “I Can Only Imagine” featuring Bart Millard of MercyMe from June 2018 - May 2019 to be used with our Mobile Movie Ministry.

This is a special opportunity for your church to check out the Mobile Movie Ministry with “I Can Only Imagine” and get outside the walls of your church and invite your community to see this inspiring film that has been changing lives. You don’t want to miss this ministry opportunity.

Check with our office for available dates then complete a check out form and mail (SJBA, PO Box 1533, Baytown, TX 77522-1533) or drop your $100 deposit and $50 usage fee at our office at 1020 Birdsong, Baytown, TX 77520. For more information, call 281-422-3604.

New Day Trip Schedule:

George Ranch Historical Park

Richmond TX

November 16, 2018

Depart 8:00 am

Cost $20 (includes bus donation)

Register by November 6 as a total must be provided to the ranch seven days in advance. Originally settled in 1824 by Henry and Nancy Jones as part of Stephen F. Austin’s colony, this 23,000 acre working ranch stands as a testament to the independent spirit of Texas. Explore the lives of four generations of this remarkable family and share the experiences that molded this farming and ranching empire and helped shape the history of Texas. You will visit four homes built from the 1830s through the 1930s. The historic homes are connected by a paved loop that is approximately one mile long. A Park tram runs continuously around the loop. Dress comfortably. Fifteen people are needed to guarantee an escort; otherwise it is a self-guided tour. The 28 passenger bus will depart at 8:00 a.m. and will return at approximately 4:00 p.m. Register online at www.sanjacintobaptist.com or call our office at 281-422-3604 to reserve your spot.

Magical Winter Lights

LaMarque TX

December 8, 2018

More details coming soon!

Sam Houston Boat Tour - Port Houston

February 22, 2019

Cost $3 (bus donation)

plus lunch at Southern Komfort Restaurant

Register by February 19 as a list must be provided to the port 48 hours in advance of the trip. Backpacks, oversize purses, and other large bags are prohibited aboard the vessel. Passenger’s personal belongings may be subject to searches in accordance with federal regulations. Cameras are allowed but the Port of Houston must provide consent for any photographs to be published. The 28 passenger bus will depart at 8:45 a.m. and return approximately 2:00 p.m.

Register online at www.sanjacintobaptist.com

or call 281-422-3604

Tax Seminar ~ Oct 18

San Jacinto Baptist Association Nonprofit Org. P.O. Box 1533 U.S. Postage Paid Baytown, TX 77522-1533 ELECTRONIC SERVICE REQUESTED Baytown, TX Permit No. 137

September Birthdays

9/2 ....................... Mike Martin, First Huffman 9/3 ....................... Roger Feeback, San Jacinto Deer Park 9/17 ..................... Taylor Schmitt, Second Baytown 9/26 ..................... Domingo Castillo, Retired Pastor

September Church Anniversaries

9/10/1995 ............ Jorge Reynaga, Templo La Porte 9/12/1999 ............ Steven Richard, Fellowship Baytown 9/10/2000 ............ Dr. Mark Broussard, Cedar Bayou Bytwn 9/09/2001 ............ Henry Davis, Newport Community Crosby 9/01/2004 ............ Al Smith, Cypress Point Huffman 9/01/2007 ............ Bryan Dickens, Lake Tomahawk 9/26/2011 ............ Kimberly Wells, Rollingbrook Fellowship

Tell Lee College students you know about Thursday lunches at BSM for $1. Thanks to the following churches for providing the Lee College BSM lunch.

Sept 6 ......................... Coady Baptist, Baytown Sept 13 ....................... Wooster Baptist, Baytown Sept 20 ....................... Bayshore Baptist, La Porte Sept 27 ....................... Cedar Bayou Baptist, Baytown 10/04 .......................... Second Baptist, Baytown 10/11 .......................... Central Baptist, Baytown

San Jacinto Baptist Association E-mail: sjba@sanjacintobaptist.com Physical Address: 1020 Birdsong, Baytown, TX 77521 Web site: www.sanjacintobaptist.com Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1533, Baytown, TX 77522-1533 281.422.3604 phone / 281.427.6292 fax

Executive Director .......................................................... Dr. Randy Gilchrist Associate Director Church Enrichment .......................... Dr. Carey Froelich Baptist Student Ministry Director .................................. David Brumbelow Administrative Assistant ................................................ Suzi Ronning Financial Ministry Assistant .......................................... Tara Dodds

Lake Tomahawk (LT) Director ..................................... Pat Flowers Lake Tomahawk Operations Supervisor ......................... Bryan Dickens LT Administrative Assistant/Reservations ..................... Angie Dickens LT Food Service ............................................................. Loyce Flowers

September Meetings

Lake Tomahawk meeting Tuesday, September 11 at 2:00 pm at Mission Center.

Coordinating Council will meet Monday, September 17 at 10:00 am at Mission Center.

Executive Board meeting Monday, September 17 at 11:30 am (lunch) / 12:00 pm (meeting) at Mission Center.

Other Important Dates to Remember

SJBA and Lake Tomahawk Offices will be Closed for Labor Day holiday September 3rd

Annual Reports due back to SJBA on September 21st

Annual Church Profile due back to SJBA September 7th

Texas Baptists Week of Prayer & Mary Hill Davis Offering September 9-16

SBTC Reach Texas Week of Prayer & Offering September 23-30

See You at the Pole September 26th - 2018 Theme is “Broken” Ephesians 3:14

Folks ‘N Facts