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2 Church Covenant /Mission Statement

3 Pastor’s Message/ New Members

3 Birthdays/Because We Care

4 Deacons / Upcoming Events

5 College Corner

6 Breast Cancer Information

7 Fitness & Nutrition Ministry

8 October Calendar

Volume 14. Issue 10 Motto: Share and Show Jesus October 2019

Pastor Willie J. Freeman

Editor: Yvonne E. Sutfin

The Christians and Goals

Christians who plan and set goals will find new purpose

and direction as they “press toward the goal” (Phi 3:14).

They will experience a satisfying sense of accomplishment

when they reach their goal (Prov. 13:19). And finally,

setting goals expedites getting the job done.

There is and old adage, “ Those who aim at nothing

always hit it.” Unfortunately, this adage speaks to the

many churches struggling alone maintaining the status

quo but never really venturing out in boldness for the

Lord.

Why do not Christians and Churches set goals? Many are

afraid they may set goals that are not in God’s will;

consequently, they drift along, waiting for God to reveal

His will in a bold blueprint and they never get around to

doing anything.

God’ s blueprint for all of life is the Bible. Jesus is very

explicit when He tell you and me “Go ye therefore, and

teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the

Father, and the Son, and the Holy Ghost” (Matt 28:19).”

His will is announced- “Saving souls.” HE HAS GIVEN

US THE GO AHEAD FOR ESTABLISHING GOALS.

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How Do I Become A Christian?

Have you ever wondered what you must do to become a Christian or what

you must do to be saved? The Bible has an answer that is easy to under-

stand.

FIRST, you must understand that you need to be saved. The Bible says you

need to be saved because you are a sinner. Your sin has a penalty. You

cannot save yourself. The Bible says, “all have sinned” and the “wages of sin

is death”. (Romans 3:23; 6:23)

SECOND, you must understand that you can be saved. You can be saved

because Jesus died on the cross for your sins. The Bible says, “God demon-

strated His love of us, in that while we were yet sinners, Christ died for

us.” (Romans 5:8)

THIRD, you must know what you need to do to be saved. The Bible ex-

plains how you can be saved. Acts 3:19 says we must repent and turn from

our sins. But repentance alone is not enough. Ephesians 2:8 says that we

must place our faith in Jesus Christ to be saved.

NOW, you must want to be saved. God is waiting for you to “want to “ and

then ask Him to save you. The Bible says, “that if you call upon the name of

the Lord you shall be saved”. (Romans 10:13)

If you are ready to trust Christ as your Savior and Lord, invite Christ into

your heart right now by praying to Him. You may word, your own prayer or

use the prayer printed here. The important thing is that the prayer is sincere

and personal.

“Dear Lord, I know that I am a sinner. I know you died for my sins. Right

now, I invite You into my heart to be my Savior and Lord. I willingly turn

away from my sin and give my life to You. Thank You for saving me,

AMEN.”

Welcome to God’s Family, you have just made the greatest decision of your life. Tell a Pastor or another Christian friend about your decision as soon as possible.

“If you know Jesus Christ as your Savior, your best is yet to come,

But if you do not know Jesus Christ as your Savior, your worst is

yet to come…. Romans 6:23

And let us not become weary in well doing, for in due season we will reap if

we faint not.” Galatians 6:9

Greater Missionary Baptist Church Mission Statement

The Mission of Greater Missionary Baptist Church is to be a mission-minded, Christ-centered, Bible-believing, preaching, teaching, and evangelistic church as mandated by Jesus Christ in The Great Commission (Matthew 28: 18-20) And from this we will disarm the enemy by em-powering God’s people evangelistically, educationally and economically to the glory of God. Furthermore, our mission is to be a holistic & global

ministry that ministers to the social, physical, men-tal, and spiritual needs of the saints, our communities and the world.

Furthermore, our mission is to equip, train and educate each member for the purpose of becoming a disciple, participating in ministry and proclaiming the mes-sage (Gospel, i.e. )“Good News”.

Furthermore, our mission is to live out our faith each day of our lives, through working, witnessing, walk-ing and worshipping our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

Furthermore, our mission is to live spirit-filled and righteous lives so that the world may see our good work and glorify our God.

Furthermore, our mission is to become faithful stew-ards of our time, talent, treasures and testimonies for the glory of God.

THE CHURCH COVENANT

By what common experience do we enter into spiritual fel-

lowship and covenant relations with one another?

Having been led, as we believe, by the Spirit of God, to re-

ceive the Lord Jesus Christ as our Savior; and on the profes-

sion of our faith, having been baptized in the name of our Fa-

ther, and the Son, and of the Holy Ghost, we do now in the

presence of God, angels and this assembly, most solemnly and

joyfully enter into the covenant with one another, as one body

in Christ.

What is the bond of our union with one another?

We engage, therefore, by the aid of the Holy Spirit, to walk

together in Christian love; to strive for the advancement of

this church, in knowledge, holiness and comfort; to promote

its prosperity and spirituality; to sustain its worship, ordi-

nances, discipline and doctrine; to contribute cheerfully and

regularly to the support of the ministry, the expense of the

Church, the relief of the poor, and the spread of the Gospel

through all nations.

What gracious tasks do we humbly assume?

We also engage to maintain family and secret devotion; to

religiously educate our children; to seek the salvation of our

kindred and acquaintances; to walk circumspectly in the

world; to be just in our dealings, faithful in our engagements,

and exemplary in our deportment; to avoid all tattling, back-

biting and excessive anger, to abstain from the sale of and use

of intoxicating drinks as a beverage, and to be zealous in our

efforts to advance the kingdom of our Savior.

To what manner of life and conversation are we solemnly

pledged?

We further engage to watch over one another in brotherly

love; to remember each other in prayer; to aid each other in

sickness and distress; to cultivate Christian sympathy in feel-

ing, and courtesy in speech; to be slow to take offense, but

always ready for reconciliation, and mindful of the rules of

our Savior to secure it without delay.

What is our Agreement when we move from this

community?

We moreover engage that when we remove from this place, we

will as soon as possible, unite with some other church, where

we can carry out the spirit of this covenant and the principles

of God's word.

What Benediction concludes our Covenant?

And may the God of peace, who brought again from the dead,

the Great Shepherd of the Sheep, with the Blood of an eternal

covenant, even our Lord Jesus, make us perfect in every good

thing to do His will, working in us that which is well pleasing

in His sight, through Jesus Christ, to whom be the glory for

ever and ever, Amen.

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450 Ringgold Road

Clarksville, Tennessee 37042

931 647 4643 Fax 931 647 9773

www.greatermbc.org

Email:

greatermbc450@gmail.com

Another Light in

the Light-house What a

glorious sight too behold

You’re no longer just a Visitor

But a Treasured Member of

the Fold

If you need assistance, counseling

or have other urgent needs,

please contact one of the Deacons

or Ministers in your alphabet

first. They are here to serve you

the MEMBERS in whatever

capacity you need.

Members who request financial

assistance should turn their

applications into

Sis Yvonne Sutfin, Admin Asst.

931-647-4643

Karen Snipes Justin Davis

Brandon Corprew Ann Dennam

We love you!!

Welcome

New Members to

Greater Missionary

Family

Sis. Karen Bailey Sis. Louella Johnson Sis. Latonia Brown Sis. Barbara Carter Sis. Helen Coleman Sis. Mary Johnson Sis. Madeline Dubose Sis. Ethel Hubbard Bro. Lucius Jackson Sis. Ruby Harris Sis. Sheena Brown Bro. Bobbie Barner Bro. Angelo Enoch Bro. Beora Moss Sis. Sandra Steele Rev. Douglas Smith Bro. Boris Davis Mother Christine Lewis Dea Archie Parker Sis. Mae Fifer Sis. Robyn Sanders Sis Kimberly Hampton Sis Lucy Dubose Sis Alice Cruz

Bro Tony Brown Sis. Patricia Moss Bro. Ernest Miller Sis. Lillie Morton Sis. Kathlene Petties Sis. Wanda Hopson Sis. Ida McFadden Sis. Marala Irwin Bro. Willie Studevent Rev. Alfred Jones Sis. Brenda Taylor Sis. Mary Montgomery Sis. Robin Carter & Family Sis. Maxine Demoss Sis. Maggie McGowan Bro. Michael Miller Bro Aaron, Sutfin Bro. AJ & Malahkai Sutfin Deacon Owens Sis. Patricia Pate Sis. Ellen Smith Deacon Roderick Boyd Sis. Ronda Gaines

Pride

Pride results from overvaluing

ourselves and undervaluing

others. It leads to restlessness because

it makes us dissatisfied with

what we have and concerned about

what everyone else is doing. It keeps us always hungering for more attention and adoration. By contrast, humility

put others first and allows us to be

content with God’s leading in our lives.

If you have a birthday in the month of October and your name is not listed, please submit your name to

the Admin Office.

Veronica Baldwin, DeBron Banks, Robert Bannister III, Bobbie Barner, Christopher

Beal, Robert Beckles, Vzhaunteyuandaijzyre Berry, Katrina Blacknell, Geneva

Bridge, Austin Brown, Azalia Brown, Jafarri Brown, Kyndil Brown, Ebony Bryant,

Erica Burch-Hornesby, Antonia Burnam, Tanisha Bush, Lareta Caldwell, Sherry

Campbell, Romell Colvin, Kimberly Cook, Phyllis Cook, Phyllis Council, Latisha

Crawley, Chris Credle, Andre Crockett, DeAngelo Curr, Darcy Davis, Jacqueline

Davis, Vincent D. Davis, Tatiyana DeMoss, Tyman Dickerson, Ashley Draper, Jes-

sica Douglas, Latoya Drain, Jackie Dunn, Quiana Dunn, Terrence Dupree, Palmer

Edmondson, Travis Ely, Vivian Enoch, Kevin Farrar, Keon’dre Farrior, Eric Ful-

wood , Noy Paris Garrett, Singah Graham, Latoya Hampton, Dexter Harris,

Jerimiah Harris, Ruby Harris, Fatana Harrison, Roshaun Hatchett, Jennifer

Hathrone, Jayln Hawk, Vonzell Haywood, Kimberly Henry, Mildred Hill, Vernell

Hindsman, Erica Hines, Chaqueta Hopkins, Elmer Hughes, Jazeion Hurt, Carson

Jackson, Jasmine James, Jalen Jefferson, Allyson Johnson, Calvin Johnson, Cedric

Johnson, DeMyra Johnson, Federick Jolly, Betty Jones, Estella Jones, Rev. Johnny

Jones, Lenvent Jones, Matria Jones, Tamika Jones, Timothy Jones, Alfred Jones, San-

dra Joseph, Donovan Keith, Sonjia Kelly, Mable Kirby, Jazmine Latson, Kiana Lew-

is, Leroy Lewis, Phillip Lewis, Robert Lewis, Tealisa Longmire, Glen Lucio, Alicia

Lumpkin, Karran Luster, Deborah Lyles, Demitric Martin, Vanesis Mason, Robert

Matthews, Adriene Mayfield, Joseph Mayfield, Sheldon Mayfield, Barbie McCamp-

bell, Shantel McCoy, Kela McGahee, Ponzie McGuire, Amari McKay, Kenneth

Mitchell, LaCretia Mosby, Keyona Moss, Lailait Moyd, Glessia Murray, Jederyl

Nalls, Herbert Nelson III, Cameron Newsome, Larry Nicholson, Dre Pearson,

Charles Norman, Joseph Oubre, Paris Outlaw, Serena Patterson, Tre Porter, Nikki

Reed, Glen Robinson, Ebony Rodgers , Carmen Shabazz, Maurice Stafford, Beverly

Sweet, Kimberly Tate, Princess Threatt, , Nicoli Turner, Troy Turner, Tyler Turner,

Mia Wadington, Chayana Walker, Latavia Weather, Darlease Williams, Earnest

Williams, Hermon Williams, Locreshie Williams, Shavisha Williams, Tinniecy

Williams, Kimberly Wilson, Terrana Winters, Mashone Woods, Tiffney

Wright, Likishia Young , Starr Young

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Chief Care Minister: Rev. Alfred Jones (A-L) 931-431-3074

Chief Care Minister: Rev. Jimmy Hubbard (M-Z) 931-436-1401

Ministers Deacons

A-F

**Rev. Alfred Jones 431-3074 *Lyndon Owens 552-3746

Rev. Michael McNeil 272-4983 Richard Adams (802-7739)

Michael Barnett (T)931-538-2284

Sheldon Mayfield 546-5147

Cleotha Leverette (T)931-220-0542

G-L

Rev. Gary Hilliard 220-9280 *Kenny Zimmerman 647-9115

Robert Clark 431-9741

Herbert Nelson 503-9931

William Murray 609-513-1749

Boris Davis 494-9607

M-R

**Rev. Douglas Smith 645-8847 *Anthony Gaines 931-436-3108

John Hopson 624-3815

Otis Figgins 645-7844

Moses Taylor 561-4747

William Graham 802-7797

S-Z

Archie Parker 648-2645

Rev. George Smith 647-1648 Tony McGuire 216-9606

Rev. Harold Garner 615-491-6201 Elva Miller 645-4366

Bernard Carter 820-3223

Glenn Robinson 931-802-3891

Roderick Boyd 615-739-3930

**Rev. Taija Jenkins Impact Minister

Servant’s Heart Anyone who wants to be first must be the very last, and the servant of all

(Mark9:35)

Cook. Event Planner. Nutritionist. Nurse. These are just some on the responsibilities regularly performed by modern moms. In 2016 , research estimated that moms likely worked between fifty-nine and ninety-six hours per week doing child related tasks. No wonder moms are always exhausted! Being a mom means giving a lot of time and energy to care for children, who need so much help as they learn to navigate the world. When your days are long just remember that caring for others is a worthy pursuit. You will find great hope know-ing that Jesus affirm those who serve. In the gospel of Mark, the disciples were having an ar-gument about which one of them was the greatest. Jesus quietly sat down and reminded them that “anyone who wants to be first must be the very last, and the servant of all. Then he took a child in His arms to illustrate the im-portance of serving others, especially the most helpless among us. Christ response resets the bar for what greatness looks like in His kingdom. His standard is a heart willing to care for others. And Jesus has promised that God’s em-powering presence will be with those who choose to serve. As you have opportunities to serve in your family or community, be encouraged that Jesus greatly values the time and effort you give in service to others. How might you serve someone today? How could you take time to say :thank you” to someone who has graciously loved and served you?

October

Breast Cancer Awareness Sunday

17th -

19th

Women Ministry Retreat Pigeon Forge, TN

26th Women’s Breakfast 8:00am

Usher’s Pre-Annual Day Fellowship 12noon

27th Usher’s Annual Day

31 Trunk or Treat Night 6pm-8pm

November

3rd Deadline for A/AB Report Cards Submission

10th A/AB Honor Recognition

10th Veteran Day Service (11:00am Service)

27th Pre- Thanksgiving Service (6pm)

28th-29 Thanksgiving Day (Office Closed)

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Brianna Pittman

Jaemand Kelley

Nataliah Whetstone

Dale Cook Jr.

Dakota Wilson

Isaiah Lucas

Desmond Mayfield

Tatiyana Demoss

Xavianastaja Morris

Maeyla Kelley

Javon Bilbrew

GMBC Requirements For

A/AB Honor Recognition & Rewards (Effective 8/1/2019)

All report cards or copies must be turned in to the Admin Office by the

deadline for each grading period that is on the Church Yearly Calendar

posted on each bulletin board.

ABSOLUTELY NO EXCEPTIONS

Student (s) must turn in report cards by the deadline of each grading period

for the entire year to be eligible to receive a rewards at

the end of the school year for making all A’s or all A’s &

B’s during the entire year.

Devonte Mayfield

Kearrah Luster

Valencia Mcguire

Jenieva Stoker

Lavoris Leverette

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God is a healer and His healing may come to us when we choose to eat what God designed for us to eat and drink. He made substance that has healing power in them; therefore, God’s healing may come to us by drinking plenty of pure water; eating many types of fruits and vegetables; eating many types of fish, poultry and meats; by adding movement to the body\exercising; and getting fresh air and sunshine. Many sicknesses can be avoided or overcome by following God’s plan for the body.

Consult your health care provider about changes you desire to make.

Beans - Ezekiel 4:9; 2 Samuel 17:28-29

Bread (whole grain) - Ezekiel 4:9

Dairy - Isaiah 7:15, 22 Proverbs 27:27

Fish - Leviticus 11:9-12; Deuteronomy 14:9; Luke 24:42-43

Fruit - Ezekiel 47:

Milk; Honey - 1 Samuel 14:27

Meat - Genesis 9:3

Nuts - Genesis 43:11

Vegetables - Daniel 1:12-17; Ezekiel 4:9; Genesis 1:11

When to EAT: Research has found that people who eat only two - three large meals per day are much more likely to become overweight than those who eat more frequent, smaller meals (4-6 small meals a day). Try to eat all meals within a 12-hour window daily with little to no food 3 hours before bed-time. Maintain Blood Sugar Levels Eating smaller portions more frequently throughout the day will help to maintain constant blood sugar levels. Your blood sugar gives you energy throughout the day; therefore, low blood sugar makes you feel tired, sluggish and slow. Several small meals daily will help keep your blood sugar constant and keep your body energized. Prevent Metabolism Crash: Another reason why it is important to eat small portions more frequently is that by doing so, you will help to keep your metabolism running strong. Your metabolism is a function of your body that works to digest food. By

eating frequently, your metabolism is constantly working and will maintain its ability to do work. In contrast, when you eat large meals at a more infrequent rate, your metabolism experiences large chunks of time when it is not active. When this happens, your metabolism begins to slow the pace at which it works. This can result in substantial weight gain and may lead to obesity.

Consume the foods in the pyramid starting

with water being your greatest daily

consumption and smaller consumptions as

you move up the pyramid.

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October 2019

HAPPY FATHER’S DAY

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

1

Mid-day Bible Study 11:00am/Fitness & Nu-trition 5:30pm/ Anointed for Praise 6:30pm

2 Nursing Home Minis-try 9:am/ Bible Study & Family Prayer 6:30pm

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Fitness & Nu-trition 5:30pm/PR Minis-try6:30pm/ Website Minis-try 6:30pm

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No Scheduled Activies

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Intercessory Prayer 7:30am/Trustees 8:00am/ Usher Minis-try 9:00am/ Praise Team 9:30am/Inspirational Choir Rehearsal 10:30am/Divine Praise 12pm

6 8:45am Early Morning Service & Communion 10:00amSunday School/New Members Class 11:00am Baptism, Morning Service, Communion & Rt Hand of Fellow-

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Fitness & Nutri-tion 5:30/ Tutor-ing 6:00pm/ Singles Ministry 6:30pm/ Marriage Enrich-ment 6:30pm

8

Mid-day Bible Study 11:00am/Fitness & Nu-trition 5:30pm/

9 Nursing Home Minis-try 9:am/ Bible Study & Family Prayer 6:30pm

10

Leadership Meeting 6:30pm

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Ministers, Deacons, Trustees & Wives Minis-try 6:30pm

12 Intercessory Prayer 7:30am/Trustees 8:00am/Youth Praise Team 9:30am/ Youth Choir Rehearsal 10:30am/ Expectant Mothers Ministry 10:30am/ Divine Praise 12pm

13 8:45am Early Morning Worship 10:00 am Sunday School/New Members Class 11:00 am Morning Worship Service YOUTH SUNDAY

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Fitness & Nutri-tion 5:30/ Wom-en Reaching Women 6:30pm/ Men Reaching Men 6:30pm/ Tutoring 6:00pm

15 Mid-Day Bible Study & Fellow-ship Luncheon 11:00am/ Fitness & Nutrition 5:30pm/Anointed for Praise 6:30pm/ Finance Ministry 6:00pm

16 Nursing Home Ministry 9:00am/Bible Study & Family Prayer

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Fitness & Nutrition 5:30pm /Pastor’s Aide 6pm/PR Ministry 6:30pm/ Web-site Ministry 6:30pm

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Intercessory Prayer7:30am/Trustees 8:00am/Men Praise Team 9:30am/ Men Choir 10:30am/ Clothes locker Minis-try 10:am/Divine Praise 12:00pm/

20 8:45am Early Morning Worship 10:00am Sunday School/New Members Class 11:00am Morning Worship Service MEN SUNDAY

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Fitness & Nutri-tion 5:30pm/Tutoring 6:pm/Women of Praise Dance Ministry 6:30pm/

22

Mid-Day Bible Study 11:00am/ Fitness & Nutri-tion 5:30pm/Drama Ministry 6:30pm

23 Bible Study & Family Prayer 6:30pm/

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Fitness & Nutri-tion 5:30pm/ Healthcare Min-istry 6:30pm Food Service Ministry 6:30pm

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Men Come As You Are/ 6:30pm

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Intercessory Prayer 7:30am & Marriage Enrichment/Women Breakfast 8:00am/ Impact Praise Team 9:30am/ Impact Choir Rehearsal 10:30/

27 8:45am Early Morning Worship 10:00am Sunday School/New Members Class 11:am Morning Worship Service

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Fitness & Nutri-tion 5:30pm/Tutoring 6:pm/Daughter on Zion 6:30pm/ Military Minis-try 6:30pm

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Fitness & Nutri-tion 5:30pm/

30 Bible Study & Family Prayer 6:30pm/

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USHERS ANNUAL DAY

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