Canaan Baptist Church Newsletter September 2013

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TheThe GGOODOOD NNEWSEWS Of CanaanOf Canaan

Inside thisissue:

A Word From

The Pastor1

MinistrySpotlight

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UnshatteredFaith

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Sunday School

Lessons3

Alternative

Community

Grant Award

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UpcomingEvents

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PastorsItinerary

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Get Connected 5

SEPTEMBER 2013

The Next Level ContinuesProverbs 11:30 - II Corinthians 9:6-15 - I Corinthians 15:58

A Monthly Publication of the Canaan Baptist Church

Grace and peace unto you!"Not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but

encouraging one another - and all the more as you see the Day approaching." -

Hebrews 10:25 (NIV)

Experiencing difficult moments in our lives alone, can be an uphill battle in our walk

of faith. It's harder to smile as we hide struggles and trials from our friends. The

feeling of having the whole world on our shoulders can make us feel weak. Obstacles

become stumbling blocks in our lives as we strive to shake off the discomfort.

Just as we are ready to quit this portion of life's race, we are reminded that God is withus. The many blessings God has bestowed upon us begins to creep into our minds.

Remembering other moments such as these and how God has worked them out for us,

brings smiles to our faces. The memories of God's grace and mercies, gives us

strength. Re-living the words of hope we gave to others, who may have felt as we did,connects our faith in God.

We, who believe in Christ, are blessed beyond measure. When we hang on to ourfaith, nothing can separate us from God. Trouble don't last always when we surround

ourselves with other believers and allow them to carry us in faith. Remember, notgiving up is the key to rebuilding our faith.

Let's hold our heads up high and encourage one another. It can make the difference

between giving up or going on because "quitters never win and winners never quit".

As the song says, "Be encouraged, no matter what's going on......"

Stay Strong!

Dr. Christopher Alan Bullock, Senior Pastor

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Unshattered Faith

"Lord, during my darkest hours, I lean on you. You are all that I have. At theend of the day, God is still in control." - Sybrina Fulton"My heart is broken, my faith is not." - Tracy Martin

Reflecting on these words, Sybrina Fulton and Tracy Martin,parents of slain teenager, Trayvon Martin, have been trusting inGod to heal and comfort their grieving hearts.

In February 2012, their son, Trayvon, was shot and killed afterbeing accosted by a neighborhood watchman in Sanford,Florida. After hearing the news of her son's death, Sybrina criedand prayed to God. Since that day, she hasn't stopped talking toGod.

Although the relentless media coverage and high profiledmurder trial was often saturated with negative comments abouttheir son, the parents remained steadfast in their faith.

Like David in 1 Samuel 30:6, Trayvon's parents' faith in Godempowered them with strength and courage. They continued totrust God every day, despite the fact their innocent teenage sonwas dead and his killer lives as a free man.

As believers, it is this strength that shows beyond tears, pain andloss. Knowing God is in control, and that He is the answer inour brokenness, allows us the peace within. A peace that waswitnessed when Trayvon's parents and family went to church onSunday morning after the verdict.

To this day, their faith in God remains strong and affirms theirbelief that Trayvon is in heaven. "David strengthened himself in The

Lord, his God." - 1 Samuel 30:6

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Ministries Spotlight

SPIRITUAL ENRICHMENT SCHEDULE

Worship Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 a.m. & 11 a.m.

Sunday Church School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9:30 a.m.

Wednesdays - (WOW) Worship On Wednesdays

Noon Prayer Fellowship Hour Meal 5-6 p.m. Bible Study - 6 p.m.

*Celebration of Holy Communion - Every 1st Sunday (Both Services)

progression and growth as a church, but that is not to say that

we have forgotten about our roots or our mission, keeping in

mind that while we are in a time of great change, we have not

forgotten that our purpose is ultimately to serve the master and

to impact the human condition. So in this time of change, wemust make sure that we embrace the change knowing that it is

for the good.

Canaan is a church that

has truly progressed with

the times. We have

recognized that in a

world with endlesstechnological innovation,

technology is essential

for success. One ministry which keeps the church current

with the times is the Audio and Visual Ministry led by

Rev. Michael James. This ministry does so much more

than providing sound and visuals for Sunday services. It

also keeps Canaans members informed with continuous

updates of information to the churchs website. Whether

you are looking for the time and date of a future event or

just curious about the church itself, the first place you

might look for information is on Canaans website; here,you will find announcements, pastors blog, and even

lists of the ministries present at Canaan. And, lets not

forget that on every fourth Sunday of the month

Canaans services can be seen on Comcasts channel 28

at 10:30 AM. It can be said that by providing these

services, the Audio and Visual ministry at Canaan helps

the churchs light to shine brightly, so as to continue

attracting new members.

However, with the church attracting as many new

members as it has, there comes the need for other

necessary ministries. The Security Ministry helps toensure that peace and order is maintained during the

many events at Canaan. The Security Ministry, led by

Elder Alfred Hatchett, does an amazing job keeping the

Security Ministry current and ever present in the church.

Members of Canaan can be confident in the fact that all

Canaan events are safe and orderly thanks to the Security

Ministry.

The word says, For we have come to share in Christ, if

indeed we hold our original confidence firm to the

end (Hebrews 3:14). Here at Canaan we believe in

Security Ministryecurity Ministry


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Weekly Sunday School FocusFirst Things

Studies in Genesis and Exodus

Join us each Sunday at 9:30am forempowering Sunday school lessons

"Dr. Christopher A. Bullock and the Canaan

Baptist Church are happy to announce the receipt of aDepartment of Services for Children, Youth andTheir Families ~ 2013 Alternative Community Grantto help launch our Youth Mentoring, Leadership

Development and Entrepreneurial (YMLE) ministry.The grants were awarded to nonprofit and faith based

organizations for community programming

activities.

YMLE is in part a revival of Canaans youth

mentoring ministry, extended to focus on leadershipdevelopment and exposure to entrepreneurial careers.The ministry is designed to help build and reinforce

healthy self-esteem and uncover those things that are

contrary.

YMLE is based on the knowledge that thereare deafening appeals to young people to self-destructor to destroy. They are surrounded by social

pressures that can lure them in the wrong direction.

These influences are non-discriminate. Youth in thechurch can be as vulnerable as those who are not. Tocounteract the disparaging appeals, the ministry

sounds the greater appeal from Christ that we aremore than conquerors through him who loved

us (Romans 3.37).

Our goal is to recruit thirty young peopleconsisting of two groups of fifteen, ages 12-13 and 14

-15 for the first year of the ministry. As per our

grant, participation will include Canaan and non-Canaan youth. With the help of Youth and YoungAdult Ministry leaders, recruitment has begun and

will continue until the goal is met. The anticipatedstart ofYMLE in September involves orientation for

families and a kick-off gathering.

Canaan members are being asked to serve asmentors and lead entrepreneur workshop. Mentor

training is included as an integral part of the ministryand will occur before mentor pairing begins. If youare interested in mentoring or leading workshops,

please see Reverend Dorian Mendez-Vaz or contact

her at [email protected] more information.

Canaan Receives A DSCYFCanaan Receives A DSCYF

Alternative Community GrantAlternative Community Grant

Everything We Need

Lesson 1

Key Verse: Psalm 104:24

God Rules over Creation Psalm 101:5-9

God Displays His Wisdom in

CreationGod Sustains Creation Psalm 104:27-30

Love and Marriage

Lesson 2

Key Verse: Genesis 2:18

God Give Adam a Helper Gen 2:18-20

God Creates Eve Gen 2:21-23

God Establishes Marriage Gen 2:24-25

Choices and ConsequencesLesson 3

Key Verse: Gen 3:15

The Awareness of Sin Gen 3:8-13

The Consequences of Sin Gen 3:14-17

Never Again

Lesson 4

Key Verse: Gen 9:11

A Promise Made Gen 9:8-11

A Promise Sealed Gen 9:12-17

The Proud Brought Low

Lesson 5

Key Verse: Gen 11:8

A Building Project Started Gen 11:1-4

A Building Project Fails Gen 11:5-7

God's Rebuilding Project Restarted Gen 11:8-9

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Save The DateSave The DateUpcoming Church EventsUpcoming Church Events

3 month view

Regena Manley MissionaryMinistry Day

September 8(3:30 p.m.)

African/Caribbean Latin

American Ministry Day September 15

First Family Appreciation Day September 22

Unity Day Worship OneChurch, OneMission

September 29

Purnell Seniors Ministry Gala October 11

Church-Wide Enrichment Oct.- 2,9,16,23

Servant Leadership Training October 18-19

Music & Sacred Arts MinistryWorkshop October 25-27

Ushers / Nurses Annual Day November 3

Thomas L. Risher Veterans Day November 10

Evangelism Ministry OutreachClothing Drive

November 16

Pastors Aid / Philippians Day November 24

Pastor Bullocks Preaching Itinerary

September 6, 2013

A.M. Service - Preaching @ the National BaptistConvention, USA, Inc. Charlotte, N.C.

7pm UAME 200th

Year Anniversary @Mother UAME Church, 5th and Church,

Wilmington, DE

September 14, 2013

6pm Mt. Sinai Baptist Church 50th AnniversaryBanquet @ Chase Center on the Riverfront,Wilmington, DE

September 20, 2013

7:00am Presidential Prayer Breakfast @

Delaware State University; Martin LutherKing Center, Dover, Delaware


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CANAAN BAPTIST CHURCH

3011 New Castle Avenue - New Castle, DE 19720 - 302-654-8818

Office Hours: 9 a.m.4 p.m. (Offices Closed on Saturdays and Sundays)

Fax: 302-654-8819Website: www.canaanbc.org - email: [email protected]

PLEASE NOTE

All requests for announcements to be displayed on thesanctuary screens and outer sanctuary monitors must be

submitted using the approved form for approval by theWednesday prior. All announcements requested to be

placed in the monthly newsletter must be submitted for

approval by the 15th of the previous month. Please call thechurch for further information.

ALTARFLOWERS

Any individuals interested in beautifying our sanctuary byplacing flowers in the church should contact Sister Jane

Baylor at 302-834-7678.

KNOW THE SIGNSOF ALZHEIMERS

Over 14,000 Delawareans age 65 and older are living withAlzheimer's Disease and another 48,000 are caring for

someone with the disease. While most people know thatAlzheimer's Disease is a serious condition, most of us do

not know the signs and symptoms to look out for. Knowing

the early signs and symptoms can help distinguish betweennormal forgetfulness and something more serious, and let

you know when it's time to see your doctor. If you are a

senior, are caring for a senior, or hope to become a seniorsomeday, come join the Ernest and Yolanda Purnell

Seasoned Saints Ministry as we learn about the earlywarning signs of Alzheimer's Disease.

"Know the 10 Signs: Early Detection Matters"

Kristina Prendergast

Alzheimer's AssociationThursday, September 26th at 5:30 pm

Light refreshments will be served from 5:00 to 5:30

Dr. Christopher A. Bullock, Pastor

WOMENS MINISTRY MEET & GREET

The Sister's of Canaan Women's Ministry will be hosting a"Meet & Greet" on Friday, September 20, 2013 @ 5:30

pm., in the church sanctuary. A light meal will be served.Please come out for food, fun and fellowship and enjoy the

different ministries portrayals of women in the Bible.

SENIORS MINISTRY GALA

WALKERS & DONATIONS NEEDED 2013 AIDS WALK

Show Your Support and join the HIV/AIDS & Prison

Ministry on Saturday, September 28th for the 27th annual

AIDS Walk at the Wilmington Riverfront from 9:00 to 12

noon. Money raised through AIDS Walk Delaware

supports health, social service and prevention programs,

and services provided statewide by numerous communityand faith-based organizations, including Canaan. There is

no registration fee, although all Walkers are encouraged

to ask for donations and make their own contribution.

Anyone interested in joining our walk team or making a

donation should contact Sister Alyson Lang at 302-345-

8744.

CANAANFORLIFE PRAYERLINE

Ministers, Deacons, Missionaries, and Canaan For Lifemembers provide group prayer support using an open

phone conference line. Their goal is to help nurture your

spiritual well-being so that you may find comfort, peaceand meaning at a time when you need it most. 619-326-

2772 (code 6175317) Mondays at 7:00PM / Tuesday andThursdays at 7:30PM

Get ConnectedGet Connected

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Vacations are about over, the children are headedback to school, fall is in the air, and Gala time is

almost here!! The Purnell Seniors Ministry willcelebrate its Fifth Annual Gala on October 11, 2013,

from 6-10 pm at the Executive Banquet and

Conference Center (off 896). Tickets will beavailable after Labor Day. See Ministry Chair

Mother Zella Polk for more information.

Dr. Christopher A. Bullock, Pastor

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Canaan Baptist Church Newsletter September 2013