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901 Sharon RoadKing William, VA 23086http://sharonbaptistchurchkingwilliamva.com

March 2016

Pastor’s Place March 1

Sharon Baptist Monthly News2016Greetings from Pastor James

Hello Sharon Baptist Church, I pray that all of you have been well. I am very thankful for all the Lord is doing among us. I am grateful for the Lord’s grace, mercy and love. I hope you are too.

I wanted to thank everyone that was involved with the Senior Saints luncheon. This was my first one I have ever seen anywhere and it was wonderful. I wanted to let all our Senior Saints know how much you are appreciated and I hope the Senior Saint’s lunch was an encouragement to you all.

I wanted to thank the Secret Pal’s for their participation, gifts and love they showed to our Senior Saints. I wanted to thank all who worked on the food. The lunch was great.

I wanted to also thank Sticks and Strings for all the music and entertainment you provided throughout the day. The music sounded great. I wanted to thank those who worked on the sound system for the Senior Saint’s luncheon; setting up, organizing, running the system and putting it away was a lot of work.

So again, thank you to all of you who were involved in any way and who were able to attend. The Senior Saints Luncheon is one of the events that make Sharon Baptist Church a great family in the Lord.

I am also excited about an opportunity for our church. Our church has the privilege and opportunity to help carry out the great commission in King William County Public Schools with the Good News Bible Club. The Good News Bible Club is an after school program that will be started on February 18th and will run for about 10 weeks. During these 10 weeks we get to pray with the kids; get the word of God in their hands; teach Bible lessons to them; share with them with snacks and music and we get the opportunity to love them in the Lord. Members of our church have worked on this program a long time. Many give to see the program continue. Our church will have the chance to formally “adopt” this program. This will allow people to donate to the program easier. If you want to support this program you can just donate to Sharon and mark the donation “Good News Bible Club”. I am so excited that the Lord has given us the chance to make a difference. I ask you to pray for this program and the heart of each kid involved.

As many of you know Justice Scalia passed away recently. This will open a spot on the Supreme Court that could help decide the direction of our nation for the next generation or two. We need to pray that a godly choice will be placed in the Supreme Court.

Pastor’s Place … continued

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Sharon Baptist Monthly NewsRemember the words of 1 Timothy 2:1-2, “Therefore I exhort first of all that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks be made for all men,  for kings and all who are in authority, that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and reverence.”

Please remember to look on your Church Calendar at the normal monthly events. We grow in the Lord as we participate. If you have an announcement please let Alyce, Me, Bill Soule and Chris White know so we can get it into the bulletin and on the screens.

May God bless you and keep you all.

In Christ,

Pastor James 804-443-7034804-769-2858psevon@gmail.com

Operation Christmas Child Donations for MarchPicture books, scissors and sewing kits

Don’t forget to “spring” forward one hour on March 13th!

March 20th is Palm Sunday

1st Day of Spring is March 21st

Tenebrae Service is at 7:00 p.m. on March 24th

Good Friday is March 25th

Easter Sunrise Service at 8:00 a.m.

Youth in the News March 2016

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Sharon Baptist Monthly NewsR.A.K. (Random Act of Kindness) Youth Bake Sale was held on Sunday, January 31st and we want to thank everyone that helped with its success. The total amount of money made from the sale was $261.00 and all of that went to help one of our families within Sharon with their expenses.

On Thursday, February 11th we took 7 youth to Lifepoint Church in Fredericksburg to an event called FEARLESS. This was a first time event for Lifepoint and it was a great first time! There was plenty of music and then a message given by one of their pastors. The message was from the book of Daniel - Be fearless by not giving into the pressures around us like the three brothers, Meshach, Shadrach and Abednego.

The True Love Project has begun! This is an 8 week study on purity and this go 'round, we welcome our youth girls starting at age 12 through 9th grade (originally this was age 12 - 8th grade). As of right now we plan to meet every other Sunday in the youth Sunday school room after worship so be sure to bring your lunch. I will provide drinks and sweets!

We are in the works right now of making a video for an entry into the Create for Christ contest sponsored by Entrust Financial Credit Union. They will award the winning youth groups with $2,000.00 towards their mission trip! This is our 2nd year entering the contest and 40% of our success will depend on how many votes our video receives on Facebook. We will let everyone know when it becomes available for voting!

Looking Ahead March 26th Youth for Hire job coming up – Rabbit Show @ Mangohick F.D. Helping Hands Mission Camp – Dates are July 10th – 15th, Cost is $154.65

per youth

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Treasurer’s Report March 2016

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Sharon Baptist Monthly NewsChurch Library March 2016The Easter Story – Seen through the eyes of the Apostle Mark, this beautifully animated recreation begins with Jesus’ joyful entrance into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday. Then follows the drama of Christ’s betrayal, arrest and crucifixion – and his triumphant resurrection and ascent into heaven. This vivid production embraces all the wonder and glory of what many have called “The Greatest Story Ever Told.” CH DVD #149The Lottie and Annie Upside Down Book by Cara Lynn Vogel – This book tells the story of two amazing women whose faith and perseverance led them to become missionaries. Today people give money to the Annie Armstrong Easter Offering for North American Missions to help missionaries in North America tell more people about Jesus. Also, people can help missionaries all over the world by giving money to the Lottie Moon Christmas Offering for International Missions. C922.6 #6961The First Easter by Penny Frank – The Bible tells us how God sent his Son Jesus to show us what God is like and how we can belong to God’s kingdom. This is the story of what

happened after the priests in Jerusalem had had Jesus killed. You can find the story in your own Bible, at the end of all four Gospels – Matthew, Mark, Luke and John. J238.9 #4719Frog Power by Beverly Lewis – It’s the annual Pet Day at school, and Stacy isn’t very happy! Jason has brought his new bullfrog, Croaker. He’s sitting on the desk behind Stacy’s, breathing on her hair! Stacy hates frogs! But when she plans an Easter Pet Parade for the cul-de-sac moms and dads, guess who gets stuck measuring Croaker for his bow tie? Can Stacy master her fear of frogs in time for Easter? JF #4221

The First Easter by Carol Heyer – This book, in simple words and a gentle conversational style, tells of the tragic events of the last week of Jesus’ life and glorious first Easter Day. Young children will find this a perfect “first book” for understanding Easter. Heyer’s illustrations, with their rich and brilliant colors, will appeal to readers of all ages as they enter the world of Jesus and become participants in the events of the First Easter. CE #6726A Miracle for St. Cecilia’s by Katherine Valentine – “Break Forth Into singing! Here is a story of faith and community and hope beyond hope. Easter dawns in Dorsetville with the joy of Resurrection and a miracle for St. Cecilia’s. This is an inspiring and uplifting novel for all times.” Adult F #7215

Where Is Jesus? By Mary M Simon – This book retells for beginning readers the events surrounding the resurrection of Jesus Christ. C394.2#4225

Easter Bunny, Are You For Real? by Harold Myra – Just what does the Easter Bunny have to do with the real meaning of Easter, anyway? Todd, Michelle, and Greg, with the help of Oswald, the Patchwork Easter Bunny, find out in this charming story. C394.2 #2225

Berenstain Bears – Real Easter Eggs by Stan Berenstain – the Berenstain bear cubs are anxiously awaiting all the candy and Easter eggs that Easter will bring, but MaMa Bear and Mother Nature show them the true wonders of the season. C394.2 #8702

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Mandie and Mollie: The Angel’s Visit by Lois G Leppard – Mandie and Mollie are back together in this special illustrated mystery! When Mollie and Celia visit Mandie for Easter, Mollie’s still looking for Leprechauns’ and a Pot of Gold. But when she claims that she’s seen an Angel instead, Mandie and Celia think she’s crazy – until they see the Angel, too! JF ##5237The Easter Angels by Bob Hartman – In this moving retelling, Hartman gets right to the heart of the Easter story, evoking its pain, its loneliness and, at last, its unexpected joy. The changing mood of the story is reflected in Tim Jonke’s dramatic and powerful illustrations. JF #5473

The Donkey That No One Could Ride by Anthony DeStefano – This beloved Bible story begins by introducing little ones to the young donkey Jesus would eventually ride during His triumphal entry into Jerusalem. Though the lowly creature believes he can do nothing noble. He has yet to meet the Master …CE #9030

The Legend of the Three Trees by Catherine McCafferty – A timeless retelling of the classic folktale of three trees, each with its own hopes, dreams and aspirations. But their dreams didn’t seem to come true. Disappointed and dejected, the trees despair about their existence until they each finally interact, in their own unique ways, with Jesus Christ in His birth, ministry and ultimate sacrifice. In these experiences, they learn that God has a special purpose for each of them in His kingdom. CE #6327

The Legend of the Easter Egg by Lori Walburg – When his sister, Lucy gets scarlet fever, young Thomas is sent to the Gonneman house to stay. Worried for his sister, the farm boy helps with chores and learns a thrilling truth! This tale proclaims the message of Christ’s resurrection in a way preschoolers understand. CE #7182

The Parable of the Lily by Liz C Higgs – This story begins with a mysterious gift on a gray wintry day and ends one spring morning with a joyous discovery. The gentle farmer lovingly helps his young daughter understand the power of grace and forgiveness and the true meaning of Easter. CE #5340

The Body They May Kill by Audrey Stallsmith – On Easter Sunday Reverend Enoch Foster dropped dead after drinking from the communion cup. He had no known enemies and the congregation seemed tranquil enough, at least on the surface. But as investigators dig in they uncover motives that run deeper than those in ordinary whodunits. Adult F #6161

First Easter by Paul L Maier – In these pages, Maier lays bare the nature of the conspiracy against Jesus, unravels the politics behind the crucifixion, and establishes an absolute date for Good Friday, besides documenting the last supper, the capture at Gethsemane, the trail before Pilate, and the process of crucifixion. Adult 232.96 #1124

Easter Promises by Lois Richer – Two heartwarming Easter stories: in Desert Rose, Jayne Rose’s dream to run her grandmother’s Palm Springs flower shop is about to be dashed. Until she meets a handsome man who helps make it come true. In Bluegrass Easter: a

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Sharon Baptist Monthly News“Veterinarian on sabbatical,“widowed Paul Sycamore is not interested in answering his new neighbor’s constant questions about her expectant sheep. But the comfort his child finds on Audrey Lupine’s Middleburg, Kentucky, farm just may open his heart. Adult F # 9147

Commitments for March 2016Nursery Sunday School Worship Service

3/06 Stacy Payne & Bobbie Bohr Shelia Dorrier & Pat Skelton

3/13 Terri Previs & Mary Beth Previs Amanda Chappell & Hope Bohr

3/20 Tabitha Ramseyer & Melissa Barber Betty Stephens & Terri Previs

3/27 Shelia Dorrier & Pat Skelton Tiffany Barber & Kelly Cunliffe

Children’s Church – 3yr. – 3rd grade

March Kristen Fisher &/or Luke &/or Tiffany Barber

Children’s Sermon

3/06 Tiffany Barber

3/13 Pastor Sevon

3/20 Bobbie Bohr

3/27 Leslie Taylor

Breakfast

3/06 William & Elizabeth Barber

3/13 Lighthouse Class

3/20 J.N. & Darlene Mills

3/27 Tiffany & Robbie Barber

Sound System Deacons for MarchIf you have special music planned,please contact one of us before that Sunday.3/06 Chris White (363-2825) 3/06Bill Soule

3/13 Steve Payne (337-8470) 3/13Robbie Barber9

Sharon Baptist Monthly News3/20 Steve Payne (337-8470) 3/20Matthew Barber

3/27 Chris White (363-2825) 3/27William Barber

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