The Link September MONTHLY PUBLICATION OF

GARDEN CITY BAPTIST CHURCH

VOLUME 29 NUMBER 9 Pastorgraph September is a great month for

several reasons: 1- It marks the end of

long, hot Summer Days. 2- School starts

and there is a sense of new beginnings.

3- A new “church year” begins. 4-

Anticipation of Thanksgiving and

Christmas begins- My birthday (Oct. 15,

when I usually get a buck) is right

around the corner.

But also, September is the time when

we take a fresh look at our Service for

the Lord.

May I share “Seven Principles of

Servant Leadership”, from an article in

Deacon Magazine by Gene Wilkes:

1. Servant leaders humble themselves

and wait for God to exalt them. (Phil. 1-

2) (Col. 3:23-24)

2. Servant leaders follow Jesus rather

than seek a position. (Mt. 6:33) “Seek

1st“

3. Servant leaders give up personal

rights to find greatness in service to

others. (Ro. 12:16-17)

4. Servant leaders can risk serving

others because they trust that God is in

control of their lives. (Ro. 8:28)

5. Servant leaders take up Jesus’ towel

of servanthood to meet the needs of

others. (Jn. 13:3-10)

6. Servant leaders share their

responsibility and authority with others

to meet a greater need. (Eph. 4:3)

UNITY… (Phil. 2:1-4)

7. Servant leaders multiply their

leadership by empowering others to

lead. (2 Tim. 2:1-3)

Have a Blessed September!

Pastor Bob

Church Events Sept. 4th – Church-wide

Breakfast

Sept. 6th – Ladies

Luncheon at King Street

Grill

Sept. 7th – Children’s

Ministry Fall Kick-Off

Sept. 10th – Daughters of

the King Afternoon Tea

(WM)

Sept. 12th – JOY Fellowship

Sept. 16-17th – Intentional

Weekend (Student

Ministry)

Sept. 17th – WMU Meeting

Sept. 18th – Church

Conference

Sept. 20th – Circle of

Friends

Sept. 24th – Student

Ministry Trip to GZ Block

Party

Sept. 25th – Walk Thru the

N.T. Review

NOTICE: Revision to the By-laws

The following revision to the By-laws will be voted on at the nest Church Conference, September 18, 2016. Proposed revision to section B of ARTICLE XIII - COMMITTEES. Move information regarding the church history from section B. 13. e. & f. (Medial Library) to a new committee, History. a. Shall be composed of no less than two (2) members. b. Shall prepare and maintain a cumulative record of highlights in the growth and development of the church in narrative and pictorial form, so that a permanent continuing chronology will be formed. This material will be maintained in the Church Office, and working with the trustees, a copy must be preserved in the safe deposit box. c. Shall maintain copies of Church Conference Minutes and The Link in coordination with the church staff. Shall make these materials available for review through the Church Office and on display for special occasions.

Church Conference Summary 8/21/16 Nominating Committee Report for 2016-2017 was approved as printed with one correction. Delete Lynn Hamblen from Children’s Church and Insert Jean Beelendorf. A copy is available in the church office. Reach Committee: Trunk or Treat will be Sunday, October 23. This will enable us to reach more children/parents, etc. since it will be a different time from other churches/organizations. Audio/Visual Committee: Still Searching for additional personnel. What about YOU?

New Business: The Long Range Planning Committee presented an Intermediate

Report for review, discussion, and questions. Suggestions are encouraged. See insert

in the September issue of The Link. Vote will be taken at September 18 Church

Conference.

News From The AP… I am excited to see what God is doing in the life of Garden City Baptist Church. A BIG

thanks to the Planning Team that met for several weeks to devise a plan for short-term and

long-term goals for our church. Please take time to look over the plans and prayerfully

consider the findings of the team. I wanted to comment a little further on a couple of the

ideas.

1. The Discovery Class is a great idea. So many visitors attend our services each week

wanting to know what we are about as a church. Through this class, we will be able to

connect with them and give them a better idea of the mission, vision, and values without

them feeling like they have to join.

2. One of the things I am very excited about is the New Members Class. It will be required

for all people who are wanting to join the church. According to Charles Arn’s research, “Over

80% of people who leave the church do so within 6 months of their membership. One of the

most effective ways to keep members according to the findings of Arn and Chuck Lawless

(both church growth experts) is through a New Members Class. We will teach things such

as the basic Baptist doctrine, expectations of church members, and help them find a place

to serve.

Please keep ALL the Planning Team’s findings in your prayers. God is doing a great work

here, and their plans are going to help keep us moving forward as a church!

Serving Him,

Jordan

September Birthdays

1 – Richard Ammons

1 – Letty Turman

1 – Nancy Jackson

5 – Barbara Hutto

5 – Chadd Hopkins

7 – Tullis Woodham

8 – Robyn Hays

8 – Doris Owens

10 – Logan Thompson

10 – Paul Collins

10 – David Hayden

10 – Wuanita Pitt

11 – Tish Walker

11 – Pat Brown

12 – Carol Dean

12 – Kenneth Workman

12 – Julia Schlueter

12 – Helen Cannon

13 – Doris Cope

14 – Samantha Short

15 – Kate Turbeville

16 – Karen Gray

16 – Janet Broz

18 – Darold Champaign

20 – Rhonda Moseley

20 – Paula Koscelnick

21 – John Brown

25 – Bruce Chestnut

26 – Andy Apple

26 – Gene King

26 – Bill Payne

27 – Ed Thoden

28 – Tiffany Carroll

30 – Landon Cleveland

WANTED! A few good men and/or women to prepare and

serve the upcoming Wednesday night church suppers! We are in need of a Team Leader and helpers to continue this

enjoyable avenue of fellowship.

Interested? Contact Rick Giusti at 843-651-5402 or rickg177@hotmail.com.

This year’s average Sunday School attendance has been 183 which is 8.3% greater than last year. Our Sunday School enrollment is 321 and is 10.3% greater than last year. On 10-2, the deacons will cook breakfast and we want to designate that Sunday to celebrate our successful 2015/2016 Sunday School year. (1) We want to make that high attendance Sunday. Our most recent high was 218 on 1/24/16 (2) Also, that Sunday, let’s “show your team colors.” If you are for Clemson, South Carolina, Coastal Carolina, any other college or professional team wear something showing your allegiance. Pastor Bob said he is going to wear a Garden City Baptist tee shirt!! (3) It will be okay to wear your colors during the worship service. (4) More information later! May God bless you Tim

Sunday School Report

Women’s Ministry

“DAUGHTERS OF THE KING” Afternoon Tea (2-4

p.m.) September 10 in the Fellowship Hall. $5.00 p.p.,

sponsored by the Women's Ministry. The tea is open to

females of all ages!!! Outside guests are cordially invited.

Though, not necessary, there will be a prize for “Best

Dressed Afternoon Tea Attire”. Tickets are available

each Sunday in the side hall. (If you have teapots or

teacups we could borrow, please let us know).

CONSIGNMENT DAY TRIP TO CALABASH, NC - The bus

will leave the church parking lot on Sept. 27 at 9:30 AM.

Lunch will be at Ello's Seafood Restaurant (on your own).

Cost $2.50. To sign up contact Barbara Rocke or Pat

Hample.

WALK THRU THE N.T REVIEW - On Sunday, 9/25 at 7:00

PM in the Fellowship Hall, anyone who attended the "Walk

Thru the New Testament", please join us to review what we

learned at the seminar. Also, bring your workbook and we

will work on filling in the blanks. If you did not attend, and

would like to participate, we welcome you to join us. For

additional information, contact Tish Walker.

WOMEN’S MINISTRY LUAU - Everyone had a good time at

our Luau that was held a couple of weeks ago. There was

lots of laughter when the Senior Hula Girls showed up with

their grass skirts and canes and braces. Leilani Short did her

best to keep the tradition going for doing her hula dance. But

it was hard! Thank you to all those that came and joined us,

and also Barbara Rocke for driving the bus and Tish Walker

for opening her house for this event!

CIRCLE OF FRIENDS - Time for Circle of Friends to start

back up. We will have our next meeting Tuesday,

September 20th, at 7:00pm in the fellowship hall of the

church. And, of course, there is always good food to munch

on! So come and meet a new friend or two and get to know

each other better. If you have any new ideas for COF bring

those also. I hope to see you there! Make your calendars for

this event!

GOSPEL BODY will be starting @10:00am, Wednesday,

September 7 and will continue at that time until further

notice. Sometimes it is hard to get in that morning walk when

it is raining. So feel free to come and join us for movement

and wonderful fellowship. There is no charge for this activity!

We will not be exercising Monday the 5th of September, so

everyone can enjoy their Labor Day Weekend! But I do look

forward to seeing you on the 7th at 10:00am. So bring a

bottle of water and come and join us!

WMU will meet Saturday, September 17th (3rd Saturday) at

noon for a planning session. Bring a finger food to share.

WIDOWS MINISTRY will be celebrating Helen Cannon and

Doris Cope’s Birthdays. See the bulletin for details.

CONNECT WITH US! - Like us on our NEW Facebook

page at www.facebook.com/GCBCWomensMinistry

Varina’s Notes ♪♫♪♫

JOYFUL PRAISE KIDS (Kindergarten – 5th grade)

Children’s Ministry Fall Kick-Off Party is scheduled for Wednesday, September 7 at 6:00 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall. We will have a Bible lesson, craft and music activities, games, and ice cream. Be sure to invite your friends! See you soon!

JOYFUL SOUNDS (Open to all who are interested in visiting our homebound members and nursing homes)

Will meet Wednesday, September 7 at 12:30 p.m. in the Choir Room. Looking forward to seeing you!

CHANCEL CHOIR (High School – Adults)

Chancel Choir rehearsals will resume on a weekly basis on Wednesday, September 7 at 7:30 p.m.

If you are interested in singing in the Christmas Cantata, rehearsal will begin on Wednesday, September 14 from 7:30 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. We would love to have you join us!

Please pray for the choir as we lead worship each week.

ADULT PRAISE TEAM

Please check Messenger for rehearsal schedule.

Please be tuned and ready to rehearse each Sunday morning at 9:15 a.m.

MUSIC COMMITTEE

Will meet, after choir rehearsal, on Wednesday, September 7.

It’s been a great month in student ministry. 17 students were a part of Move-Up Wednesday, and over 30 students, parents, and leaders were a part of our Vision Breakfast. Here are a few events this month that we are excited about: Fall Kick-Off – September 7th, 6:30-7:30 p.m. We will be having a football themed night and kicking off a new series in the Gospel of John. Intentional Weekend – September 16th-17th Our goal with this event is to help students understand through a combination of Christian apologetics study and service projects, that they were created purposely for a purpose. More details to come… Trip to Ground Zero Block Party – September 24th, 4-9 p.m. See You At The Pole – September 28th, 7:00 a.m. While this event is not planned by student ministry, we encourage all students to be a part of this international day of student prayer. Students will gather at the flagpole of their school to prayer for their classmates, teachers, churches, communities, and nation. Thank you for your continued prayer for this ministry. Have a blessed September.

Solid Ground Student Ministry

Upcoming Events

Joy Fellowship

Joy Fellowship will begin meeting again on September 12, at

12:00 Noon. Our guest speaker will be Laurie Ferguson from

Coastal School Ministries. If you have never attended and are

55+, just bring a side dish for lunch and enjoy an afternoon with

"Just Older Youth".

Ladies Luncheon

Tuesday, September 6 at King Street Grill. We leave the church at 11:45 a.m.

Mobile Meals Schedule Sept. 19th-23rd

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CHILDREN’S MINISTRY

SEPTEMBER 7TH, 6:00-7:30 p.m.

It's been another busy summer with high electric bills. With fall approaching, we will start working towards Thanksgiving and Christmas--a very exciting time of year. Thanks to everyone who bring food each week. It is much appreciated.

South Strand Helping Hand & South Strand Mobile Meals

We’re getting ready for a Packing Party October 8. Please contribute monetary donations so items for the boxes can be purchased. Last year, we donated items and ended up with too many of some items and not enough of others to complete boxes. As we donate, for each $25 collected, $7 will be set aside for shipping to the final destination and items for the box will be purchased with the remaining money. All donations are appreciated. This isn’t to replace our own personalized boxes that we build each year!

Operation Christmas Child

A Look Back At Summer 2016...

We’ve had a really great summer here at Garden City Baptist Church. Here’s a look back at some of events in the life of our church. (Upper left, Sports Camp, upper right, VBS; lower left, Youth Week; lower right, Women’s Ministry Luau). For more photos, check out our Facebook page.