CHURCH-WIDE THEME: “Reaching People, Changing Lives” Matthew 28:19-20; Jude 1:20-21 Sunday, November 2, 2014 ST JOHN BAPTIST CHURCH 9055 Tamar Drive • Columbia, MD • 21045 Services: 8:00 a.m., 10:15 a.m., and 12:00 noon 410-992-6977 www.StJohnBaptistChurch.org Rev. Dr. Robert A.F. Turner, Senior Pastor Rev. Dr. Ostein Truitt, Assistant Pastor Rev. Sadie Woolford, Associate Pastor for Pastoral Care OUR VISION Praise the Lord and welcome to St John Baptist Church! On behalf of the entire St John family, allow me to take this opportunity to thank our friends, guests and members for choosing to help us lift up the name of Jesus here today. We say to you who are unsaved-join Jesus! To you who are unchurched-join us in membership, as we seek to make disciples for Jesus Christ. To be “A Christ Centered Church, Making a Difference for Jesus Christ in the Church, Community, Home & Workplace. OUR MISSION To be a thriving spiritual center that reaches people for Christ and builds believers to be Christ-like. (Matthew 28:19-20; Jude 1:20-21) Rev. Turner: You have blessed so many lives through your faithful ministry. May God's awesome blessings be upon you in return on this day, and for the future years ahead. From all of us in your SJBC family, we wish you a very HAPPY BIRTHDAY with many more to come! We respectfully ask that no food or drink be brought or eaten in the sanctuary. SJBC Image Policy - By entering this Church, you hereby grant St John Baptist Church the right, but not the obligation, to photograph, film and capture you and your likeness, on film and/or through any other method currently available or that becomes available in the future. You further agree that these images may be used in the production, exhibition, distribution, promotion, publicity and advertising of similar events and any other event sponsored by St John Baptist Church. Under no circumstances will your likeness be used in connection with commercial endorsements of any kind. “Divine Help for Your Relationships” 11-2-14 8:00 a.m. -ORDER OF SERVICE- *Congregation Stands……………………………………………...**Ushers May Seat Worshippers Call to Worship……………………………………………….....……...…........…Rev. Ostein Truitt Invocation (*)……………………………..…………………..……..…..………………...Rev. Truitt Hymn of Praise (*)(**)………………………………………………………………...Congregation #136 “Look and Live” Responsive Reading (*)………………………….………….……….……Trustee, Martin Johnson #581 “The Lord’s Supper” Pastoral Announcements (**)…………………………………………………..…...……Rev. Truitt The Welcome (**)……………………………………………….……....……..……Sis. Krista Tyler Offertory/ Choir Selection……………………………………………………………..Gospel Choir Prayer/Offering/Doxology* RHF(**)/Communion(**) Sermonic Selection (**)………………………………………………………………...Gospel Choir Scripture (*)/Sermon…………………………………………………………...Rev. Robert Turner Esther 3:1-15 “An Invisible Ally for Your Relationships” Invitational Hymn (*)………………………………………………………..Choir & Congregation “Praise Him” Altar Prayer (*)………………………………………………………………………….Rev. Turner Closing Hymn (*)…………………………………………………………….Choir & Congregation “Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow” Benediction (*)…………………………………………………………………………...Rev. Turner Enter to Worship Cry Room Available Depart to Serve “Divine Help for Your Relationships” 11-2-14 10:15 a.m. -FLOW OF SERVICE- *People Stand……………………………...…………...**Ushers May Seat Worshipers Call to Worship…………………………………………………………………....…Rev. John West Opening Prayer (*)……………………………...…..………………..…...…………..…...Rev. West Song of Praise (**)……………………………………………………………………...Gospel Choir Community News (**)……………………………………………………………Rev. Ostein Truitt Welcome Guests (**)………………………………………………………...…….Sis. Adrian Diggs (Children are dismissed for Children’s Church in the Chapel) Prayer/Receive Financial Gifts/Song………………………………………………….Gospel Choir Acknowledgement of New Members(**)/Celebrate the Lord’s Supper(**) Song of Preparation (**)……………………………………………………………….Gospel Choir Read God’s Word (*)/Sermon…………………………………………………Rev. Robert Turner Esther 3:1-15 “An Invisible Ally for Your Relationships” Special Invitation & Song (*)………………………………………………..Choir & Congregation “Praise Him” Community Prayer (*)…………………………………………………………………..Rev. Turner Closing Song (*)……………………………………………………………...Choir & Congregation “Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow” Closing Prayer(*)………………………………………………………………………..Rev. Turner Enter to Worship Cry Room Available Depart to Serve “Divine Help for Your Relationships” -FLOW OF SERVICE- 11-2-14 12:00 p.m. *People Stand…………………………………………….……...…..**Ushers May Seat Worshippers Opening Words/Prayer (*)………………………………………..…...….…......Rev. Michael Alston Worship & Praise (**)……………...…………..………………………………………...Praise Team Welcome Guests (**)……………………..…………………..………….…..…........Sis. Anita Hilson Worship & Praise (**)……...…………………..…………………….…………………...Praise Team Community News (**.………………………………………………...……………Rev. Ostein Truitt Children’s Message (**)…………………………….………………..…………….Rev. Janelle Smith Prayer/Receive Financial Gifts/Song……………….……………………….……………Praise Team Acknowledgement of New Members(**)/Experience God Thru the Lord’s Supper(**) Special Song (**)……………..…………..………….…………………………………….Praise Team Read God’s Word (*)/Message………….…...…………………………………..Rev. Robert Turner Esther 3:1-15 “An Invisible Ally for Your Relationships” Special Invitation & Song (*)…………………..…………………………………………….Everyone “Great is Your Mercy” Community Prayer (*)………..…….………….………………………………………….Rev. Turner Closing Song (*)…………..…….…………..……….………………………………………...Everyone “Friend of God” Closing Prayer (*)…...…………..………………………………………………………...Rev. Turner Enter to Worship Cry Room Available Depart to Serve Church Evacuation Overview In the event of an emergency you are requested to remain where you are in order to receive instructions on how to proceed. If we need to evacuate the building: 1. Please follow the instructions of staff positioned along the way and head to the designated safe area. 2. Parents please do not attempt to go and get your children if they are in Children’s Church. Once all children have been accounted for, you will be allowed to reunite with them. 3. Please do not attempt to go to your car or to drive off the parking lot. 4. Please remain in the designated safe area until instructions to return to the building are given. We are so happy to have you worship with us today. As you take your seat, please take a minute and familiarize yourself with where the exits are located. In the event of an emergency you will receive appropriate instructions from the pulpit. PLEASE ENJOY THE SERVICE. Attention Ministry Leaders If you would like to reserve a table after Sunday Worship services in the Fellowship Hall to promote your ministry event, please utilize our on-line Midas system. The earlier you reserve the better; we have a limited number of tables. Thank You. Forward ministry bulletin requests by COB Tuesday: [email protected] November Sun., 11/2 ALL 3 Worship Services Church Development Fund Special Offering Tues., 11/4 7 a.m.—8 p.m. 7:00 p.m. Election Day—Get Out and Vote! Single Women’s Prayer Hour Fri., 11/7 7-10 p.m. The Remnant for Middle/High School Youth Sat., 11/8 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. 5:30 p.m. SJBC Sunday School Teacher Training Session Suits for Success Drive “SELFISH” Theatrical Production Sun., 11/9 ALL 3 Worship Services After ALL 3 Services 3:30 p.m. United Negro College Fund Special Offering Suits for Success Drive Rev. Truitt Guest Preaching Engagement First Macedonia Baptist Church 11982 Frederick Rd., Ellicott City, MD Wed., 11/12 7-8 p.m. (Man)Power Hour Fri., 11/14 6-9:30 p.m. Family Movie Night Sat., 11/15 9 a.m.-Noon 10 a.m.—Noon Men’s Ministry Fall Empowerment Symposium “A Man’s Role in DV” - Seminar Sun., 11/16 ALL 3 Worship Services Noon Worship Service 3:30 p.m. SJBC Men’s Day & Special Offering Decoded Praise Youth Choir will sing Rev. Turner Guest Preaching Engagement First Missionary Baptist Church 6430 Jefferson Pike, Frederick, MD Tues., 11/18 7:00 p.m. Single Women’s Prayer Hour Sun., 11/23 ALL 3 Worship Services ALL 3 Worship Services United Negro College Fund Special Offering Volunteer Appreciation Sunday Tues., 11/25 7:00 p.m. Single Women’s Prayer Hour The opposite of love is not hate…it’s selfishness. Don’t waste your time flipping through the channels for something to watch. Forget about Comcast, Netflix and AMC and join us at the SJBC Theater to support our play! Sat., Nov. 8th, 5:30 p.m. Tickets can be purchased for $12.50 + a small transaction fee by visiting the events page on the SJBC website. If you do not use EventBrite, you can also purchase tickets from a Drama Ministry member on: (TODAY) Sun., Nov. 2nd following each worship service, Tues., Nov. 4th and Thurs., Nov. 6th 7-9 p.m. Please note: This play is not suitable for children under 10 years of age. DON’T FORGET TO VOTE! Election Day is Tues., Nov. 4th For more information, please contact: Bro. Henry Johnson at 443-677-1584 or [email protected] Join the Theatre Cluster for a trip to Centerstage in Baltimore to see the play: One Night in This production imagines Cassius Clay celebrating his heavy weight boxing championship with three close friends: Activist, Malcolm X, Football Star, Jim Brown and Singer, Sam Cook. They emerge ready to define a new world at the dawn of the civil rights movement. Sat., Feb. 7th, 2015 at 2 p.m. Cost: $57 (Payment due by: Sun., Nov. 23rd) For more information, please contact: Dea. Cassandra Robinson at [email protected] or 240-687-2062 Sis. Evelyn English at [email protected] or 443-421-1229 ALL single, separated, divorced & widowed ladies are invited to fellowship, camaraderie, compassion, and prayer. Tues., Nov. 4th at 7 p.m. Tues., Nov. 18th at 7 p.m. Tues., Nov. 25th at 7 p.m. (This is a special meeting.) All meetings will take place in SJBC Classroom 157 For more information, please contact: Sis. Cecily Christian at [email protected] This activity is part of the St John Singles for Christ Ministry. Suits for Success Drive To assist disadvantaged women seeking employment, donate your business dress attire (clean and on hangers) and sample a dessert to treat yourself! Sat., Nov. 8th from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. SJBC Classrooms 157 & 158 Sun., Nov. 9th After All 3 Worship Services SJBC Fellowship Hall Sponsored by the SJBC Theater Cluster with Success in Style, Inc. All donations are tax deductible - Receipts will be issued For more information, contact: Sis. Evelyn English 443-421-1229 or Sis. JoAnn Burnett 410-262-2986 Empowerment over Domestic Violence (DV) DV is a social epidemic that everyone should be committed to eradicating! Empowerment comes through awareness, education and prevention. We know that domestic violence is a not a seasonal issue; it is a serious threat to normal family life and that’s why we are taking action at St John. SJBC in partnership with HopeWorks (formerly the DV Center of Howard County) will be presenting a two part series on DV in November and December to bring Focus to this very serious issue. Part 1: Men Focus—A Man’s Role in DV Sat., Nov. 15th from 10 a.m.—12 noon **Sun., Nov. 16th is Men's Day and all men of SJBC should be a part of this session.** Part 2: Women/Family Focus—The Impact of DV on Women and Families Sat., Dec. 6th from 10 a.m.—12 noon **All family members should plan to be a part of this culminating event.** We hope you will participate in these informative and interactive presentations. For more information, please contact: Bro. Henry Johnson at [email protected] OR Sis. Phyllis Sharps at [email protected] Sun., Nov. 16th , All 3 Services Come to hear 3 phenomenal preachers: 8 a.m. Rev. Dr. Kirk Jones, Professor Andover Newton Theological School 10:15 a.m. Rev. Dr. Michael Walker, Pastor Messiah Baptist Church, Brockton, MA 12 noon Rev. Bruce Clark, Pastor Advance Church, Silver Spring, MD Men are asked to give a special offering of $200 for Men’s Day. Fall is back. Football is back and the SJBC Men’s Ministry is “sho nuff” back! Brothers, are you seeking to be enriched, spiritually enlightened and empowered? Then seek no more! We have a fall lineup that is destined to get our brothers engaged and back in the game. Date/Location Wed., Nov. 12th 7-8 p.m. Chapel Event (Man)Power Hour Fri., Nov. 14th 6-9:30 p.m. Fellowship Hall Family Movie Night Movie: Unconditional Sat., Nov. 15th 9 a.m.—Noon Fellowship Hall Men’s Ministry Fall Empowerment Symposium Sun., Nov. 16th All Three Services Sanctuary Men’s Day Description Devotion led by Men’s Ministry Word delivered by Rev. Michael Alston Co-sponsored by our Youth Ministry. Bring family, friends and your popcorn and hotdog appetite and let’s have a good old time in the Lord. This inaugural Fall Symposium is designed to engage men of SJBC and area churches in conversation about Domestic Violence and the role men of God needs to play. Male Chorus (8 & 10:15 a.m. services) Men’s Drama skit Men are asked to give a special $200 offering For more information, please contact: Bro. Henry Johnson at 443-677-1584 or [email protected] Every 3rd Sunday is Bring a Friend Sunday!!! Service Styles: 8 a.m.—Traditional Service 9:10 a.m.—Sunday School for all ages 10:15 a.m.—Blended Service 12 Noon—Contemporary Service 12 Noon Service SA Presentations for November: 1st Sunday - No SA Presentation 2nd Sunday - Drama Ministry 3rd Sunday - Dance Ministry 4th Sunday - No SA Presentation 5th Sunday - No SA Presentation Mid-Week Power Hour Service Wed., Nov. 5th at 7:00 p.m. Chapel Rev. Ella Moore Guest Speaker If you would like to deliver an inspirational message one Wed. night, please contact: Rev. Ella Moore (443) 820-3437 Please join Rev. Turner and Rev. Truitt as they guest preach! Rev. Truitt Sun., Nov. 9th at 3:30 p.m. First Macedonia Baptist Church 11982 Frederick Rd., Ellicott City, MD Rev. Turner Sun., Nov. 16th at 3:30 p.m. First Missionary Baptist Church 6430 Jefferson Pike, Frederick, MD Church Development Fund (CDF) TODAY, Sun., Nov. 2nd All 3 services Members are encouraged to give above their tithes through the CDF. Why? It enables St John to grow in terms Of ministry offerings that will have a positive impact on the church and community. Mark your calendars to participate! United Negro College Fund Special Offering Sun., Nov. 9th and Sun., Nov. 23rd All 3 services Please consider contributing to help educate the best and the brightest despite their financial challenges. Volunteer Appreciation Sunday Sun., Nov. 23rd All 3 Services Rev. Turner will deliver a special message of thanksgiving for our many ministry volunteers that make SJBC a blessing for members and the community. Fri., Nov. 7th, 7—10 p.m. Fellowship Hall The 3rd REMNANT is less than two weeks away! If you’re in Middle or High School, join us for a night of worship, praise, fun, food, music, giveaways and a dance off! If you plan to play basketball, be sure to dress warm. If you’re interested in sharing a talent or for more information, please call or email Rev. Janelle by Tues., Nov. 4th at: [email protected] OR 410-992-6977 Ext. 1014 Little Children’s Church (LCC) is returning soon!! We’re currently looking for volunteers with a heart to serve, a love for our children and a committed spirit. If you’re interested in serving or pre-registering your child(ren), please see Sis. Tanji Johnson or Rev. Janelle Smith following the service. For additional information, please email: Sis. Tanji Johnson at [email protected] OR Rev. Janelle Smith at [email protected] Calling All Middle and High School Singers! Decoded Praise Youth Choir Schedule Sat., Nov. 8th at 9 a.m.—SJBC Chapel Sat., Nov. 15th at 9 a.m.—SJBC Chapel Sun., Nov. 16th at the Noon Worship Service—Singing For more information, please contact: Minister of Music, Bro. Eric Byrd @ [email protected] or Sis. Edwina Britt @ [email protected] Calling all teachers, Christian educators and Students! Don’t be merely an informational teacher….instead….be a transformational teacher! Attend the SJBC Sunday School Teacher Training Session: “Successful Strategies for Teaching Across Generations” led by: Sis. Odessa Coates, Urban Ministries, Inc. Sat., Nov. 8th 9 a.m.—12:30 p.m. For more information or to reserve a seat, please contact: Sis. Frankie Merrick at [email protected] OR Sis. Jackie Blackwell-White at [email protected] (UNABLE TO COME OUT) Evelyn McClurkin (Copper Ridge Assisted Living) Geraldine Gaillard (Brighton Gardens Assisted Living) Ernestine Jones (Brighton Gardens Assisted Living) Iris Moran (Brighton Gardens Assisted Living) Beulah Patterson (Lorien Nursing Home) Dea. Shirley Alston (Autumn Assisted Living) Jackie Vandervall (Brighton Gardens Assisted Living) Leola Anderson Ruth Craigen Eunice Frazier (VA) Gayla Elder-Leak Faye Baynard Thelma Giles James A. Dorsey Florence Anderson Prayer Line Rev. John Cheek is on the prayer line during the month of November. Join him for prayer!!! Call: (410) 995-6089 Week of 11-2-14: Rev. John Cheek If you desire a visit, please contact the Minister or Deacon assigned for the week. *Bold indicates new entries for this week. Our Sick Doris Collier Fredrika Hill Ayesha Dobbins Kaini Bradford Henson Michael Tania McAllister Cynthia Hill Mikaili Robertson Tim Picot Mabel Clarke Teresa Gusler Cecilla Sanya, mother of Cica Bradley Audrey Mullins Joe Williams’ mother (Gladys Williams) Lynda Burns Dea. Otis Wyche Valerie West Sirlene Green Emma Outen Sylvia Johnson Jurnee del Rosario Mary Wyche Rainsford Trivers Ed Tucker Herman Thompson Vivian Bowling Shelly McCrae Gwendolyn Wilkins Elizabeth Champtal Hazida Hosein Beverly Moore Lisa Dixon Jackie Dobbins Erica LeMon’s grandmother, JoAnne Isabel Dave Mason Rose Pinder Darian Sharp– Son of Crudella Carroll Dea. Dorothy Tucker Johnnie Bingham Gerald Dawson Cheryl Bracey Deborah Powell Joanne Burnett Malik Burns Gail Riddic Martha Lee Gwendolyn Millner Karen Williams Ben Wilson Ira ‘Champ’ Snell Gus Owens Week of 11-2-14: Rev. John Cheek If you desire a visit, please contact the Minister or Deacon assigned for the week. *Bold indicates new entries for this week. Prayer Due to Illness Cynthia Gail McClain -sister of Diane Martin Nknenti Juliana Mana—Friend of Emeline Ngam Ayeah Curtis Washington– cousin of Glenda Morton Wyman Lester’s Nephew Monyetta Reid– Daughter of Ian and Stacy Swain Tommy Gandy, Jr.—Brother of Christie Brumfield Kelly Bowman– Friend of Sylvia Martin Ella Cowden—Friend of Mary Adu Derrick Hayes– Son of Leatrice Hayes Hope Taylor —Friend of Dea. Kathleen Ridley Cheek Andre Crossdale—Cousin of Carla Callendar Adolfo Valera Ortega—Father-in-Law of Dea. Lenny Harper Bill Schreiber -Friend of Bob & Anita Hilson Dea. Richard Shepherd’s mother John Travett’s Mother, RosaLee & Mother-in-Law, Donna Hazida Hosein’s sister, Aklima Hosein and father, Zal Hosein Phyllis Turner– Mother of Terri Fuller Henry Gill Sister and Brother of Peggy Anthony Phronnie Jones’ Son-in-Law Betty Pryor– Aunt of Adrienne Fleming Davita Alston’s mother Marlene Reagin -sister of Joanne Tyson Margaret Walker—Friend of Dea. Alfreda McCoy-Gwynn Laura Boone’s sister, Phyllis Kendrick Wright Claudette Motely—Mother of Cleveland & Clevetta Chandler Robert Taylor nephew of Joyce Henderson’s Leslie Turner—Various Family Members Revonda Lewis cousin of Sadie Jackson’s Sherry,Wife of Deacon Lenny Harper Pam Otis’ nephew & wife Anthony & Tiffany Brown Maurice & Faye Barksdale—Friends of Deacon Bill Ross, Sr. Olivia Brodie, Sister of Rev. Carolyn Fredericks Celia E. Jackson—Sister of Deacon Bill Ross, Sr. Barbara Love’s father TyAnne Martin—Sister of Lorna Evans Sister of Lynda Jones-Burns Felicia Turner - mother of Teresa Jones Penny Pritchett’s Friends/Family Christine Rodriguez –Sister of Lester & Bridget Meggett Nadine Lelo—Wife of Stelly Lelo Batoukana David Patterson– Husband of Beulah Patterson Phronnie Jones’ Son Sister of Cheryl Bracey Joyce Henderson’s Sister Ruby Jacob’s Family Denise Howze’s Father Delegate Frank Turner Donna Pollock Shurney– Friend of Eric Byrd Shanita Smith—Friend of Rev. Janelle Smith Deborah Backer—Sister of Dawn Murray John Wigglesworth—Brother of Wilbur Wigglesworth Parents of Marhissa Bailey—Cynthia & Joseph Bailey III Ricky Harrison—Friend of Dea. Lenny Harper Steven Herndon—Brother of Chanda Herndon Jandie Turner’s brother James Shannon—Friend of Chanda Herndon Dorothy Morris—Friend of Rev. Ostein & Mr. Woody Truitt Alisa Henderson—Friend of the Hilson Family Jada Davis—Granddaughter of Beulah Patterson Emily Robbins—Mother of Shoneka Robbins Tonya Gorham’s aunt Elaine Hubbard Son of Frances Lawton—Friend of Dea. Harolyn Harrison Angela Levrone’s mother-in-law Taahira Heggie—Great Niece of JoAnn Burnett Sarah Harris, Patricia Fowler and Dr. Michael Owens Sallie I. Craigen– Aunt of James Craigen Mother of Barbara Towson Father of Michelle RhodesBrown Natalie Towson Bereavement Sylvia Dunn lost her sister Member, Florence Anderson passed Tonya Gorham lost her uncle Lynda Jones-Burns lost her uncle MESSAGE NOTES Date: Speaker: Scripture: Sermon Title: POINTS TO REMEMBER -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------—————— Sermon Cd’s are available in the Fellowship Hall. HOW TO REACH OUR STAFF Senior Pastor Rev. Dr. Robert A.F. Turner (410) 992-6977 [email protected] Office #121 Assistant Pastor Rev. Dr. Ostein Truitt (410) 992-6977 [email protected] Office #119 Youth Pastor Rev. Janelle Bruce Smith (410) 992-6977 [email protected] Office #111 Assoc. Pastor for Pastoral Care Rev. Sadie Woolford (410) 992-6977 Minister of Music Bro. Eric Byrd (410) 992-6977 [email protected] Office #136 Innovative Technology Solutions Specialist Operations Manager Sis. Vera Miles (410) 992-6977 [email protected] Office #118 Sr. Administrative Project Coordinator Sis. ‘Chon Cottman (410) 992-6977 [email protected] Rev. Monique Budd (410) 992-6977 [email protected] Office #112
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