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New Salem Phone System
Remember, the church phone number is 257 – 6061.
You can leave a message for our staff, hear the church’s schedule, and information about upcoming events.
Budget Report
2018-2019 Budget: $198,000
Monthly Budget Need: $16,500 July Offerings: $14,719
Needed: Nursery Volunteers See Kathy Ferguson for details.
Nursery Volunteers
Today, August 25
AM – Jessie and Hunter Hodge
Alternate: (We need more volunteers.)
Next Sunday, September 1
AM – Deanna Curtis & Tracey Shipley
Alternate: (We need more volunteers.)
Church Phone: 423-257-6061
www.NewSalemChurch.net
www.facebook.com/newsalemtn
Pastor
Dr. Craig Ponder
Home 257-5466 ⬥ Mobile 329-5901 [email protected]
Associate Pastor of Youth
Tim Jaynes 483-8401
Associate Pastor of Family Ministry
Joe Barker 426-1604
Deacon of the Week
Bob StJohn Home: 257-4902 Mobile: 747-0011
The Weekly Bulletin Of New Salem Baptist Church ♦ Limestone, Tennessee
August 25, 2019
Your Journey. Our Focus.
….but by love serve one another. Galations 5:13b
Are you being led to fill one of these positions? It’s never too late to serve.
Our audio/visual team needs volunteers willing to learn the ins and outs of our weekly operation, so we can form rotating teams.
The safety team needs more volunteers to patrol the property during worship services.
The nursery needs volunteers to watch over our youngest family members.
MISSIONARIES OF THE WEEK
Trent & Lisa Davis are serving in Washington, D.C.. Trent is a chaplain at the U.S. Air Forces Central Command. Email: [email protected]. He asks us to pray that our deployed airmen would know the peace and security we have in Christ and for their families to find support in the community of God. Also, Clint Clifton, the Washington, D.C. Send City Missionary, asks us to
pray for the over 6 ¼ million people in metro Washington, D.C.. Almost 73% are estimated as lost. Pray that church planters would have bold faith to preach the gospel in the midst of the city.
A PASTOR’S PONDERINGS
Many will argue that there is no
scriptural mandate for church
membership, and they’re right. But
there is certainly nothing to prohibit
it. It sure seems the early church was
structured in such a way that people
clearly knew if someone was “in” or
“out” of the church.
Church membership is a way of
identifying oneself with a local body
of believers and of making oneself
accountable to proper spiritual
leadership.
Church membership is a statement
of solidarity and like-mindedness.
Church membership is not
required of Christians… but it’s a
good and simple way of saying, “I am
a Christian, and I believe this
church is where I belong.”
“Church membership is our opportunity to grasp hold of each other in responsibility and love. By identifying ourselves with a particular church, we let the pastors and other members of that local church know that we intend to be committed in attendance, giving, prayer, and service. We allow fellow believers to have great expectations of us in these areas, and we make it known that we are the responsibility of this local church. We assure the church of our commitment to Christ in serving with them, and we call for their commitment to serve and encourage as well.”
Mark Dever
Nine Marks of a Healthy Church
May the challenge of today’s message find root in the heart of those who need it most.
Homecoming Family Picture
A copy of the picture we took last week at Homecoming is on the Welcome Desk. If you would like to have a copy, please sign up on the clipboard near the picture. The cost is $5 each.
Join Our FB Group If you haven’t yet joined our Facebook group, we invite you to do so. Search for NSBC Limestone and simply request to join the group.
Weekly Schedule for August 25 to September 1
Today
Sunday School ……………..…………………….…..10:00 am
Morning Worship …………………….……………...11:00 am
Evening Worship ………………………………………6:00 pm (Choir practice: following evening service.)
Tuesday
Men’s Breakfast..…………………………………….….9:00 am Ladies’ Prayer Group ………………………………….9:30 am
(at Rena Cutshall’s home)
Wednesday
Kids In Action (K.I.A.)
The Experience* Junior High Small Group*
(* meets at the Spot)
Adults’ Prayer & Bible Study with the Pastor
Next Sunday
Sunday School ……………..…………………….…..10:00 am
Morning Worship …………………….……………...11:00 am
Evening Worship ………………………………………6:00 pm (Choir practice: following evening service.)
HAPPY BIRTHDAY HAPPY ANNIVERSARY
Michelle Curtis Mon. Aug. 26
Billigene Wood Tues. Aug. 27
Joe Barker Wed. Aug. 28
Donna Bishop Sat. Aug. 31
Monday, August 26 Larry & Judy Smith Joe & Jenny Barker
Tuesday, August 27 Tommy & Linda Bailey
Friday, August 30 Larry & Ginger Lane
Ray & Suza Selle
All group activities begin at 7:00 p.m.
All group activities begin at 7:00 p.m.
“God is Spirit, and those
who worship Him must
worship in spirit and
truth.” John 4:24
Camping Event 2019
It’s that time of year again! Our church camping trip to David Crockett Birthplace State Park is
scheduled for September 13-15.
Campers need to book their own sites right away!
There will be evening activities for anyone who wants to join the fellowship time without actually camping. Watch the upcoming
bulletins for more details.
Meanwhile, Lori Davis will be happy to answer your questions.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY HAPPY ANNIVERSARY
Michelle Curtis Mon. Aug. 26
Monday, August 26 Larry & Judy Smith Joe & Jenny Barker
Monday, August 27 Tommy & Linda Bailey
Monday, August 30 Larry & Ginger Lane
Keep in Your Prayers
“…since the day we heard of it, we have not ceased to pray for you…” (Colossians 1:9)
August 25, 2019 – September 1, 2019
Sickness & Hospital Other Requests Salvation
Tanner Bailey Tommy Bailey B.F. Barker Charles Barkley Mike Bowser Jackie Broyles Liz Broyles Tony Broyles Pam Bryant Charlie Callahan Sadie Campbell Mary Davidson The Dilday family David France Jessica Franklin Sonja Green Barbara Harrison Emma Harrod Mary Lou Hawk Ron Hawkins Lisa Henley George Holley Jim Hylton Leroy Kiker
Freddie Lewis Shirlene Light Jean Lynch Sam McPeak Riley Morris Faye Morrow Gracelyn Oaks Buddy Payne Wayne Percell Catherine Richards Larry Smith Alma Ruth Snapp Mildred Snapp Lucille Southerland Jordan StJohn Judie Stillwell Mary Ward Mike Waterhouse Paula Waterhouse Gladys West Helen Whistine Jack Young
The Spot Washington County Jail Ministry The families of our community The young couples of our church
Unspoken requests
American Military Issac Cutshall
Our church family
Need for ministry volunteers
Ben Franklin
Kids facing new challenges at school
K. Adamson Kevin Ayers Michelle Ayers Robin Booth Charles Bowers S. Branstractor Karen Burgin Rick Burgin Mary S. Carter Heather Crumb Jessica Curtis John Dowdy Jon Fazio Karen Ingram Patton Jervis Donna Laws Betty Lewis Scott Lewis Diane Miller John Nichols Jim Norris Becky Norton Harry Norton Kenzie Nunley Pam Nunley Steve Pointer Jennie Reasor Larry Richardson Amy Roberts Dustin Roberts Sue Roberts Bill Shelton Rita Shelton Kelly Shoun Elsie Vance Gaither Vance Tammy Waterhouse Kevin Whistine
Keep in Your Prayers
“…since the day we heard of it, we have not ceased to pray for you…” (Colossians 1:9)
August 25, 2019 – September 1, 2019
Sickness & Hospital Other Requests Salvation
Tanner Bailey Tommy Bailey B.F. Barker Charles Barkley Mike Bowser Jackie Broyles Liz Broyles Tony Broyles Pam Bryant Charlie Callahan Sadie Campbell Mary Davidson The Dilday family David France Jessica Franklin Sonja Green Barbara Harrison Emma Harrod Mary Lou Hawk Ron Hawkins Lisa Henley George Holley Jim Hylton Leroy Kiker
Freddie Lewis Shirlene Light Jean Lynch Sam McPeak Riley Morris Faye Morrow Gracelyn Oaks Buddy Payne Wayne Percell Catherine Richards Larry Smith Alma Ruth Snapp Mildred Snapp Lucille Southerland Jordan StJohn Judie Stillwell Mary Ward Mike Waterhouse Paula Waterhouse Gladys West Helen Whistine Jack Young
The Spot Washington County Jail Ministry The families of our community The young couples of our church
Unspoken requests
American Military Issac Cutshall
Our church family
Need for ministry volunteers
Ben Franklin
Kids facing new challenges at school
K. Adamson Kevin Ayers Michelle Ayers Robin Booth Charles Bowers S. Branstractor Karen Burgin Rick Burgin Mary S. Carter Heather Crumb Jessica Curtis John Dowdy Jon Fazio Karen Ingram Patton Jervis Donna Laws Betty Lewis Scott Lewis Diane Miller John Nichols Jim Norris Becky Norton Harry Norton Kenzie Nunley Pam Nunley Steve Pointer Jennie Reasor Larry Richardson Amy Roberts Dustin Roberts Sue Roberts Bill Shelton Rita Shelton Kelly Shoun Elsie Vance Gaither Vance Tammy Waterhouse Kevin Whistine
Note: We try to keep our prayer list as up-to-date as possible, which means from time to time we do remove names. If you discover a name has been removed from the prayer list that needs to remain, please inform Linda King in person or at 948-0079, or Pastor Craig, or use the prayer book at the altar.
Note: We try to keep our prayer list as up-to-date as possible, which means from time to time we do remove names. If you discover a name has been removed from the prayer list that needs to remain, please inform Linda King in person or at 948-0079, or Pastor Craig, or use the prayer book at the altar.
Shut-in & Nursing Home
Marie Feathers Edith Grindstaff Shelby Grindstaff Rena Hensley Joyce Holtsinger Martha Quinn Larry Smith Wanda Stillwagon Mary Ward
Praise the Lord!
Linda King
Shut-in & Nursing Home
Marie Feathers Edith Grindstaff Shelby Grindstaff Rena Hensley Joyce Holtsinger Martha Quinn Larry Smith Wanda Stillwagon Mary Ward
Praise the Lord!
Linda King
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(The following is an excerpt from our church’s constitution that outlines the path to church membership.)
ARTICLE III MEMBERSHIP
Section A – Qualifications
1. Membership in this Church shall be granted only to persons who give
satisfactory evidence of their repentance toward God, their personal faith in
the Lord Jesus Christ as their Redeemer and Savior and who have been
immersed in water in accordance with the Biblical example of Baptism.
Section B - Admission of Members
1. Those applying for membership shall be received upon pastor
recommendation and by majority acknowledgment by this Church at any
regular or special service.
2. In the rare incident of opposition to the acceptance of a person into
membership, the matter shall be referred to the Pastor and Deacons without
discussion for their investigation and report.
3. Membership will be granted under the following conditions:
a. Baptism - Upon satisfactory evidence of repentance toward God and
profession of faith in the Lord Jesus Christ, an applicant may be
received as a Candidate for Baptism by immersion. After Baptism
he/she will automatically enjoy the full fellowship of this Church.
b. Letter - A member of another church of like faith and order may be
received by a letter of recommendation from such church. When a
member is received on promise of a letter and such a letter cannot be
secured within a ninety day period; the Clerk shall at that time record
such member as, "Received on the statement of Faith and prior
Baptism by Immersion".
c. Statement of Faith - Any person not covered by paragraph 3a and 3b,
section B, of Article III may be received as a member upon statement
of faith in Jesus as Savior and statement of prior Biblical Baptism by
immersion.
d. Restoration - Any former member whose membership has been
terminated on account of some offense, upon satisfactory evidence of
true repentance and reformation, may be restored to full fellowship
by a vote of this Church. Any former member whose membership has
been terminated on account of continued absence, upon satisfactory
explanation, may be restored to full fellowship by vote of this Church.
(The following is an excerpt from our church’s constitution that outlines the path to church membership.)
ARTICLE III MEMBERSHIP
Section A – Qualifications
1. Membership in this Church shall be granted only to persons who give
satisfactory evidence of their repentance toward God, their personal faith in
the Lord Jesus Christ as their Redeemer and Savior and who have been
immersed in water in accordance with the Biblical example of Baptism.
Section B - Admission of Members
1. Those applying for membership shall be received upon pastor
recommendation and by majority acknowledgment by this Church at any
regular or special service.
2. In the rare incident of opposition to the acceptance of a person into
membership, the matter shall be referred to the Pastor and Deacons without
discussion for their investigation and report.
3. Membership will be granted under the following conditions:
a. Baptism - Upon satisfactory evidence of repentance toward God and
profession of faith in the Lord Jesus Christ, an applicant may be
received as a Candidate for Baptism by immersion. After Baptism
he/she will automatically enjoy the full fellowship of this Church.
b. Letter - A member of another church of like faith and order may be
received by a letter of recommendation from such church. When a
member is received on promise of a letter and such a letter cannot be
secured within a ninety day period; the Clerk shall at that time record
such member as, "Received on the statement of Faith and prior
Baptism by Immersion".
c. Statement of Faith - Any person not covered by paragraph 3a and 3b,
section B, of Article III may be received as a member upon statement
of faith in Jesus as Savior and statement of prior Biblical Baptism by
immersion.
d. Restoration - Any former member whose membership has been
terminated on account of some offense, upon satisfactory evidence of
true repentance and reformation, may be restored to full fellowship
by a vote of this Church. Any former member whose membership has
been terminated on account of continued absence, upon satisfactory
explanation, may be restored to full fellowship by vote of this Church.
