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2 Church Covenant /Roman Road
3 Pastor’s Message/ New Members
3 Birthdays/Because We Care
4 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr Day
5 Deacons/ Upcoming Events
5 Women Reaching Women
6-9 Ministries
12 January Calendar
Volume 14. Issue 1 Motto: Share and Show Jesus January 2019
Pastor Willie J. Freeman
Editor: Yvonne E. Sutfin
Be Ye Perfect
Once more we stand at the dividing line between the old year and the new year. And traditionally, before we step forward into the unknown, most of us will take one last look backward. We will try to evaluate our performance during the past twelve months as parents, as workers, as friends, as citizens, and as Christians. And the likelihood is that those who have done the best job will also be those who are least satisfied with their performance. Throughout history, it has been observed that great and good men in all areas of life have at least this one trait in common; Never have they felt that they have done their best, even when the results of their efforts called forth the admiration and respect of others. But can we be perfect? It seems unlikely. We are all flawed in one way or another, and this is at once the agony and glory of our struggle to become what God intended us to be. This does not mean, however, that we should not strive for perfection. In fact we are commanded to do so. “Be ye therefore perfect, even as your father which is in heaven is perfect( Matthew 5:48). And in Psalms 37:38 we are told; Mark the Perfect man …. Further in Psalms , we find this: (Psalms 101:2 ) I will behave myself wisely in a perfect way.
Have a Blessed and Prosperous 2019 Year
“Strive for Perfection
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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.
3 If you have a birthday in the month of January and your name is not listed, please submit your name
to the Admin Office.
Jokeya Abrom, Walter Amos ,Nevaeh Blanks, Bobby Barner, Rachel
Barner, Lyvia Barrow, Jasmine Baylor, Andreca Bobo, Calvin Bradley,
Tedra Brooks, Michael Brooks, Catherine Bryant , Tequila Bunch, Albert
Cabell, Cesara Campos, , Robbie Carneal, Juanita Carr, Mak’eda Christo-
pher, Israel Clark, Ebony Coats, Raven Coffey, Helen Coleman, Jeff W.
Davis, Shaunna Douglas, Antionette Drone, Tyrone Dunham, Logan Ed-
mondson, Bryson Eure, Tia Evans, Felix Sylvester, Pamela Francis, Bryce
Franklin, Anthony Gaines, Mary Ann Galbreath, Kimberly Gautier, Jade
Garner, Brionte Green, Kristie Green, Domanto Goss, Franchesca Goss,
Torraine Hall, Jarvis Hancock, Tizah Hamilton, Juwan Harris, Tangu-
neakia Harrison, Peggy Hawkins, Tiffany Heflin, Charabian Hill, Terri
Hill, Ai’yona Hilliord, Desiree Holman, Jarmaal Holcey, Bridgette Horace,
Aaron Howard, Jeanette Howard, Rev. Jimmy Hubbard, Tracie Hubbard,
Nakedra Ingram, Marala Irwin, Chandra Jackson, Lela Jackson, Mia Jack-
son, Nakra Jackson, Keren Jamison, Brandon Johnson, Deborah Johnson,
Jasmine, Johnson, Rodney Jones, Demesha Keeler, Dezi King , Reginald
Kirklin, Cameron Kittling, Michonda Lamb, Alyssa Lawrie, Brianna
Leighton, Elisa Lyons, India Lozer, Lanita Martin, Crystalyne Matthews,
Alphonso Mattison, Cashayla Mayfield, Kenora McCollough, Horace
McDowell, Towanda McWilliams, Edith Moody, Terrill Moyd, Nathaniel
Nalls, Cameron Newsome, Marcus Newsome, Toneshia Nicholson,
Baeshawn Norris, Vonetta Parks, Marhyana Phillips, Aujanae Phillips,
Harold Phillips, Brandon Piper, Malika Pitt, Lynx Price, Lawrence Proc-
tor, Christopher Ramos, Cory Ramos, Gabriel Ramos, Michael Richard-
son, Tonecia Robinson, Erica Ross, Tamica Simmons, Angelica Sinegal,
Michael Singleton, Jannie Smith, Shelia Smith, James Soppe, Janay Spann,
Wesley Stephens, Sylvanues Crawford, Shantel Taylor, Willie Tiller III,
Toyee Tinsley, Lexus Waters, Arika Watkins, Tyhiesha Watson, Darryl
Weather, Autumn West, Victor Whitfield, Beatrice Williams, Javelin Wil-
liams, Joshua Williams-Gray, Rachida Willis, Kiara Winters, Devante
Woods, Shytavia Woods, Janice Young
450 Ringgold Road
Clarksville, Tennessee 37042
931 647 4643 Fax 931 647 9773
www.greatermbc.org
Email:
Another
light in the
Lighthouse
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
Carlos Brown
Jamiroquai Weaver Ellen Corcelle
Kenneth Chisolm Jennifer Chisolm
Welcome
New Members to
Greater Missionary
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. Angelo Enoch Bro. Beora Moss Sis. Sandra Steele Rev. Douglas Smith Bro. Boris Davis Bro. JD Corbett 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. Peggy Hawkins Sis. Amanda Cotton Sis. Kathlene Petties Sis. Patrice Barner Bro. Ben Owens, Jr Bro. Tony McGuire Bro. Boris Davis
BECAUSE WE CARE
Happy New Year
I do not know, I cannot see what God’s kind
hands has prepared for me. Nor can my glance pierce through the haze
which covers all my future ways. But yet I
know that o’er it all rules the one who notes
the sparrow fall. Farewell, old year, with
goodness crowned a hand divine hath set my
bound. Welcome the New Year, which shall bring fresh blessings
from my God and King.
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January 21, 2019
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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
Roderick Boyd
S-Z
Archie Parker 648-2645
Rev. George Smith 647-1648 Tony McGuire 216-9606
Rev. Johnny Jones 216-0887 Elva Miller 645-4366
David Blanks 257-8575
Bernard Carter 820-3223
**Rev. Taija Jenkins Impact Minister
February 2019 (Black History Month)
2nd Pastor Freeman Birthday Celebration
5th Pastor Freeman Birthday
10th A/AB Honor Recognition
14th Happy Valentines’ Day
TBA Hopkinsville Black History Competition
24th Black History Month Potluck Dinner
January 2019
1st Happy New Year (Office Closed)
20th Dr. Martin L. King Jr Tribute
21st Dr. Kings Holiday/City March (office closed)
26th Women’s Breakfast 8:am
27th Deadline to Turn in Report Cards
Women Reaching Women Ministry (WRW) -- Bible Study
Whether you’ve grown up hearing Bible stories or you’re exploring Scripture for the first time,the full story of the Bible can be overwhelming. The 66 books may seem disconnected at firstglance. In this study, you will see how the whole Bible—from Genesis through Revelation—connects as one beautiful, seamless thread.
Understanding the Bible as One Complete StoryMonday, January 14, 2019 at 6:30 PM
In this study you will: Understand the Bible as a whole as you change the way you look at Scripture; Connect with the people, places, and promises of God’s Word in a fresh way; Gain clarity and confidence in your understanding of Scripture; Discover a biblical context that reshapes and brings to life stories from the Old and New Testaments.
All ladies are invited to come out and join in the “Seamless” Bible Study.
VBS Preview Brunch at
St. Bethlehem First Baptist Church
Saturday
February 23, 2019 9:00AM- 11:00AM
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MINISTRY NEED
Singles Ministry, Single Parents, College Student, Divorcees, Widows, Widower
Meet
1st Monday of Each Month @ 6:30pm
WOMEN REACHING WOMEN &
MEN REACHING MEN
Meet
2nd Monday of Each Month 6:30pm
TUTORING MINISTRY FOR ALL AGES
Meet
Every Monday 6:30pm
FITNESS & NUTRITION
Meet
Every Monday, Tuesday & Thursday
6:30pm
Marriage Enrichment Ministry
Meet
1st Monday 6:30pm & 3rd Saturday 730am
WOMEN OF PRAISE DANCE MINISTRY
Meet
2nd, 3rd & 4th Monday 6:30pm
DAUGHTER OF ZION
Meet
4th Wednesday 6:30pm
MILITARY MEMBERS MINISTRY
Meet
4th Monday 6:30pm
Sunshine Because We Care Ministry
Meet
3rd Saturday (Feb, May, Aug, Nov) 9:00am
Women Breakfast Ministry
Meet
4th Saturday (Jan, Apr, July, October) 8:00am
Start the New Year by participating in Ministries
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Mid-Day Bible Study
Meet
Tuesday 11:00am 3rd Tuesday Fellowship Luncheon
BLACK HISTORY TEAM
Meet
Anointed for Praise Dance Ministry
Meet
1st & 3rd Tuesday 6:30pm
DRAMA MINISTRY
Meet
4th Tuesday 6:30pm
Public Relations Ministry
Meet
1st & 3rd Thursday 6:30pm
Greatermbc.org Ministry
Meet
1st & 3rd Thursday 6:30pm
Food Service Ministry
Meet
4th Thursday 6:30pm
Healthcare Ministry
Meet
4th Thursday 6:30pm
Ministers, Deacon, Trustees & Wives
Meet
2nd Friday 6:30am
Men Come As you Are
Meet
4th Friday 6:30pm
MINISTRY NEED
Start the New Year by participating in Ministries
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Intercessory Prayer Ministry
Meet
Saturday 7:30am
Trustee Ministry
Meet
Saturday 8:00am
Usher Ministry
Meet
1st Saturday 9:00am
Divine Praise Dance Ministry
Meet
1st, 2nd & 4th Saturday 12 noon
Clothes Locker Ministry
Meet
3rd Saturday 10:00 am
Impact Ministry
Meet
4th Saturday (Oct. Jan. Apr. Aug)
Expectant Mothers Ministry
Meet
3rd Saturday 10:00 am
Moses Ministry
Meet
2nd Saturday 9:00am
Angelic Choir Ministry
Meet
Saturday before the 2nd Sunday 9:00am
Start the New Year by participating in Ministries
MINISTRY NEED
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Inspirational /Mass Choir Ministry
Meet
Saturday before the 1st Sunday 10:30am
Combine Praise & Worship Ministry
Meet
Saturday before the 1st Sunday 9:30am
Youth Choir Ministry
Meet
Saturday before the 2nd Sunday 10:30am
Youth Praise & Worship Ministry
Meet
Saturday before the 2nd Sunday 9:30am
Men Choir Ministry
Meet
Saturday before the 3rd Sunday 10:30am
Men Choir Praise & Worship Ministry
Meet
Saturday before the 3rd Sunday 9:30am
Impact Choir Ministry
Meet
Saturday before the 4th Sunday 10:30am
Impact Praise & Worship Ministry
Meet
Saturday before the 4th Sunday 9:30am
Jubilee Choir Ministry
Meet
Saturday before the 5th Sunday 10:30am
Jubilee Praise & Worship Ministry
Meet
Saturday before the 5th Sunday 9:30am
Start the New Year by participating in Ministries
MINISTRY NEED
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Jamaria Patterson
Brianna Pittman
Jaemand Kelly
Nataliah Whetstone
Dale Cook Jr.
Dakota Wilson
Isaiah Lucas
Deonte’ Mayfield Desmond Mayfield
Tatiyana Demoss
Xavianastaja Morris Lavoris Leverette
Javon Bilbrew
New Year, New Priorities
Whatever your hand finds to do, do it with all your might. Ecclesiastes 9:10
Life is short, and we often feel the pressure to make the most of our time on
Earth before it slips away. But what does that really mean?
As King Solomon contemplated the meaning of life, he offered two recommen-
dations. First, we’re to live in the most meaningful way we can, which includes
fully enjoying the good things God allows us to experience in life, such as food
and drink (Ecclesiastes 9:7), clothing and perfume (v. 8 nlt), marriage (v. 9), and
all of God’s good gifts.
His second recommendation was diligent work (v. 10). Life is full of opportuni-
ties, and there is always more work to be done. We’re to take advantage of the
opportunities God gives us, seeking His wisdom on how to prioritize work and
play in a way that uses our gifting to serve Him.
Life is a wonderful gift from the Lord. We honor Him when we take pleasure
both in His daily blessings and in meaningful service.
Father, thank You for this life You’ve given me. Help me to live this new year
for You, enjoying Your blessings and fulfilling Your purposes.
We can both enjoy God’s blessings and be a
blessing to others.
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January 2019
Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
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HAPPY NEW YEAR
2 Nursing Home Ministry 9:00am/ Bible Study & Family Prayer 6:30pm
3 Fitness & Nutri-tion 5:30pm/PRMinistry 6:30pm/ Web-site Ministry 6:30pm/Black History Team 6:30pm
4
No Scheduled Activities
5 Intercessory Prayer 7:30am/Trustees 8:00am/Usher Minis-try/ Combined Praise Team 9:30am/ Inspira-tional Mass Choir Re-hearsal 10:30am/ Di-vine Praise 12pm/
6 Early Morning Ser-vice & Commun-ion 7:30am/Sunday School/New Mem-bers Class 9:15am/Baptism, Morning Service, Commun-ion & Rt Hand of Fellowship 10:30am COMMUNION SUNDAY
7
Singles/Singles Parents/College Student/ Life af-ter Divorce 6:30pm/ Fitness & Nutrition 5:30pm/ Tutoring 6:30pm
8
Mid-Day Bible Study 11:00am/ Fitness & Nutri-tion 5:30pm/Black History Team Ministry 6:30pm
9 Nursing Home Ministry 9:00am/ Bible Study & Family Prayer 6:30pm
10
Fitness & Nutrition 5:30pm/Black History Min-istry 6:30pm/ Leadership Meeting 6:30pm
11
Ministers, Deacons, Trus-tees and Wives Ministry 6:30pm
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Intercessory Prayer 7:30am/Trustees 8:00am/ Angelic Choir Rehearsal 9:30am/ Moses Ministry 9am /Youth Praise Team 9:30am/ Youth Choir Rehearsal 10:30am/ Expectant Mothers Ministry 10:30am/ Di-vine Praise 12pm
13 Sunday School/New Members Class 9:00am/ Morning Worship Service 10:30am YOUTH SUNDAY
14
Fitness & Nutrition 5:30pm/ Women Reaching Women 6:30 / Men Reach-ing Men 6:30pm/ Tutoring 6:30pm
15
Mid-Day Bible Study & Fellow-ship Luncheon 11:00am/ Fitness & Nutrition 5:30pm/ Black History Team Ministry 6:30pm
16 Nursing Home Ministry 9:30am/ Bible Study & Family Prayer 6:30pm
17
Fitness & Nutrition 5:30pm/ Black History Team Ministry 6:30pm/PR Ministry 6:30pm/Website Min-istry
18
No scheduled Activities
19 Intercessory Prayer 7:30am/Trustees 8:00am/Men Praise & Worship 9:30am /MenChoir Rehearsal 10:30am/ Clothes lock-er Ministry 10:00am/
20 Sunday School/New Members Class 9:00am/ Morning Worship Service 10:30am MEN SUNDAY
21
Dr. Martin Luther King , Jr Birthday
Office Closed
All Activities Can-celled
22
Mid-Day Bible Study 11:00am/ Fitness & Nutri-tion 5:30pm/Black History Team Ministry 6:30pm/Drama Ministry 6:30pm
23 Bible Study & Family Prayer 6:30pm
24
Fitness & Nutrition 5:30pm/ Black History Team Ministry 6:30pm/Food Service Minis-try 6:30pm
25
Men Come As You Are 6:30pm
26
Intercessory Prayer & Marriage Enrich-ment Ministry 7:30am/Trustees 8:00am/Impact Praise Team 9:30am/ Impact Choir 10:30am/ Divine Praise 12:00pm/
27 Sunday School/New Members Class 9:00am/ Morning Worship Service 10:30am SINGLES’ SUNDAY
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Fitness & Nutri-tion 5:30pm/Daughter of Zion 6:30pm/ Military Ministry 6:30pm
29
Mid-Day Bible Study 11:00am/Black History Ministry 6:30pm/ Fitness & Nutrition
30 Bible Study & Family Prayer 6:30pm
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Fitness & Nutrition 5:30pm/ Black History Team Ministry 6:30pm/
District Pastors’ & Ministers’ Mini Conference
Workshop ~ Walnut Grove MBC
1616 Walnut Grove Rd. Clarksville
Dr. Martin L. King
Recognition
Women's Breakfast
8:00am
Deadline to turn
in Report Cards
