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Pastoral Team Barrington H. Brennen, Servant
Home: (242) 327-1980, Cell: 477-4002
Email: [email protected]
Michael McCoy, First Elder Phone: (242) 601-5195/454-0816
Email: [email protected]
Elders
Roger Forbes Winston Ash
Norman Seymour Lionel Johnson
Anthony Whylly Derrington Rahming
Tyrone Paul Bruno Barr
Obed Datus Cyril McMillan
Christopher Stewart Jerome Mingo
Head Deacon
V. Horatio Sullivan (242) 326-7291/432-7739
Head Deaconess
Edith Roach (242) 392-0213
Church Clerk
Darlene Edwards (242) 364-4549
Email: [email protected]
Church Secretary Anniemae Armbrister (242) 364-1389
Email: [email protected]
Compassionate Response Committee Veronica Neymour (242) 601-4171/601-0201
Email: [email protected]
Grant’s Town Seventh-day Adventist Church
Ph: (242)-323-6326
Wellington Street, P.O. Box N-3203-A072, Nassau, Bahamas
Email: [email protected]
Temp Website: www.soencouragement.org/gt
Secretary’s Office Hours: Wednesday & Friday 9:30 am – 2:00 pm
“The Church that knows no Barrier…
Working Together for a Glorious Tomorrow”
Grant’s Town Seventh-day Adventist Church
Divine Worship at 8:00 a.m.
Entrance………...………………………….…………..……Participants
Welcome…………………………….………Elder Derrington Rahming
Announcements …………….…………..…. Pastor Barrington Brennen
Call to Worship………………… #845……………..…Elder Anthony Whylly
“Give unto the Lord, O you might ones, Give unto the Lord glory and strength.
Give unto the Lord the glory due to His name; Worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness.
“We Are Standing on Holy Ground”….………………….…… Congregation
Invocation……..………………………………...…………Barrington H. Brennen
Hymn …….…….……......................................... ”I Don’t Want to be Left Out.” “We Gather together” #8
“Through it All” “Day By Day” #532
Prayer for the People……..............................................Elder Lionel Johnson
“Open Our Eyes Lord” Tithes & Offering…………………………………………Elder Anthony Whylly Scripture Reading…Revelation 2:1, 2, 6,7..Elder Derrington Rahming
Music ……….…………….………………………Grant’s Town Sanctuary Choir
Sermon ……………………………………….. Pastor Barrington Brennen
“Revelation Now with a Unique Twist . . . The Seven Churches” Autumn Pulpit Series Part 2
Song of Commitment & Appeal…………”I’d Rather Have Jesus” #327 Benediction……………………..……………….. Pastor Barrington Brennen
“Make the Gospel attractive by becoming a Smyrnanian”
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Children’s Corner
Sabbath School at Study
9:10 a.m.
Song Service............................................................................................Choristers
Theme Song........................#205................Gleams of the Golden Morning
Opening Prayer
Opening Remarks.............................................................. SS Superintendent
Mission Story
Prayer for the Lesson
Lesson Review
Adult/Collegiate: “Rebuke and Retribution”
Cornerstone Connection: “Turn It Around”
Personal Ministries
Unit Interaction
Special Music
Closing Remarks................................................................ SS Superintendent
Divine Worship at 11:00 a.m.
Entrance………...………………………….……..…………Participants
Welcome……………………………………....…Elder Michael McCoy
Announcements …………….…………..…. Darlene Edwards & Pastor
Call to Worship………………… #845………………....Elder Michael McCoy
“Give unto the Lord, O you might ones, Give unto the Lord glory and strength.
Give unto the Lord the glory due to His name; Worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness.
“We Are Standing on Holy Ground”….………………….…… Congregation Invocation……..………………………………...…………Barrington H. Brennen
Hymn …….…….……......................................... ”I Don’t Want to be Left Out.” “We Gather together” #8
“Through it All” “Day By Day” #532
Prayer for the People……................................................Elder Roger Forbes
“Open Our Eyes Lord” Tithes & Offering…………………………..………Elder Christopher Stewart Children’s Story ……………………………………………………Stefan Edwards
Scripture Reading Revelation 2:1, 2, 6,7 ……. Elder Obed Datus
Music ……….…………….………………………Grant’s Town Sanctuary Choir
Sermon ……………………………………….. Pastor Barrington Brennen
“Revelation Now with a Unique Twist . . . The Seven Churches” Autumn Pulpit Series Part 2
Song of Commitment & Appeal…………”I’d Rather Have Jesus” #327 Benediction……………………..……………….. Pastor Barrington Brennen
“Make the Gospel attractive by becoming a Smyrnanian”
FLORAL DEPARTMENT: Are you celebrating a birthday, anniversary, promotion or just feel like
beautifying the church? If so, why not show your appreciation to God by
giving a floral arrangement or live plant to enrich the sanctuary. May God
continue to bless each one as you contemplate giving. Interested persons can
contact Sisters Avril Sullivan at telephone #323-7734, or Lathera Knowles.
INSPIRATON FOR TODAY From Spirit Renew “Everyday I wake up to that annoying whine of my alarm, press it as many times as I
can without being late to take part in my morning routine… rush into my clothes, do
regular get ready things, and then jump in my car and rush off to school.
I space out for the next hour and a half. Next thing I know the bell rings, telling me
it’s time for the next class, I gather my things together, and start heading down the
hall, faces fly past me in a blur of colors, the voices all mix together, and I interpret all
of the noise to just a low hum, maybe I run into a couple bodies, I don’t know who, so
I just brush it off, and keep dodging the rest of them. All I’m trying to do is get to my
seat before the next bell rings, telling me I made it in time. I find myself doing this
same sort of routine, way too often. I’m sure some of you can relate to being so
caught up in the "routine” of our lives that we really don’t take the opportunity to just
take a deep breath for a second…to stand back and really look over and appreciate
everything around us. It’s so easy to just simply exist in this world, to be physically
present from day to day, but maybe not mentally or emotionally. But what we need to
do is not just exist, but actually live.
A couple of years ago I was diagnosed with seasonal depression. Some days are worse
than others, but especially when winter rolls around, I have the tendency to slip into a
sort of unconsciousness about the things and people around me. The doctor suggested
light therapy, so on my desk at home, I have this light box about two feet tall and one
foot wide, I am supposed to sit in front of it, for 30 minutes a day. It is so bright, it
gives people who aren’t used to it headaches, but I’m so deprived of “light” that it’s
necessary for me to turn it on. However, I don’t always do this. Why? Because I
don’t “have time,” and by neglecting it, it’s even easier for me to just want to sleep all
the time and not live my life to the fullest. Lately I have been really thinking about
how valuable each second of my life is. This applies to all of us.
I often question myself “are you happy with who you are today? Are you making the
most of your life?” If that means finding the time to sit in front of my light for thirty
minutes, then that’s where I need to start.
All I know is that this box works for me for me during the dark days, until spring
comes and the sun starts to shine, but a light box can’t fix everything. Not even close!
I am the one who has to make the choice to maintain consciousness. I have to make
the choice to find what I really need, which is not just physical light…but the light
and hope that God offers to give every day.
Sunset Tonight – 6:35 p.m. - Sunset next Friday – 6:32 p.m.
FOOD BARREL: Members are encouraged to bring nonperishable food items each week to assist in our ministry to persons in the church and community who are in need. SAMARITAN’S PURSE: As you plan your giving please remember to give to the Samaritan’s Purse. A special note of thanks is extended to all those persons who have supported and continue to support the Samaritan's Purse. May God continue to bless you always!
BIRTHDAY/ANNIVERSARY GREETINGS –SEPT/OCT Happy 7th Birthday to Shila Scavella, Drucilla Newbold May God continue to bless you all as you celebrate another milestone in your life! If you would like your name or the name of a family member added to this page please contact the church secretary.
PRAYER REQUESTS: If you have any encouragement from being united with Christ, if you had any comfort from His love, if any fellowship with the Spirit, if any tenderness and compassion, please continue to pray for and visit our sick and shut in members.
SICK AND AT-HOME MEMBERS: Hester Kerr, Nyoka Collie, Dorothy Clare, Dorothy Holbert, Victoria Lawrence, Lelox Smith, D’Soragi Pitter-Hanna, grandson of Gloria Pitter; Mary Butler, Stanley & Gertrude Fernander, Sylvia Williams,
Louise Beatrice Johnson- Pat’s Nursing Home, Soldier Road, Beulah Dean – Home, Hiram Munroe, husband of Aretha Munroe; Fredrick & Rose Kemp, Parents of Jimmy Bowe Drucilla Newbold, Home, DAILY FAMILY PRAYERS: Monday 26th – Veronica Brown & Family Tuesday 27th – Peter & Wendy Butler & Family Wednesday 28th – Dorothy Bryan & Family Thursday 29th – Keith & Ketura Bryan & Family Friday 30th – Anthony & Chilean Burrows & Family Condolences are extended to the following families: Lelox Smith & family on the loss of her daughter Hillard Charlton & family on the loss of his grandfather
Happy Sabbath!
Happy Sabbath to everyone. We welcome all to church on this beautiful Sabbath day. May you b e richly blessed as we sing praises and listen to the spoken word. Last Sabbath we welcomed 29 individuals into the church who were baptized druing the evangelistc series. So far thirty six person have joing the church in 2015. Praise God!
Once again today we sing that special song we sung everynight at the Good News Gospel Explosion. “I don’t want to be left out.” Here are the words:
Chorus
I don't want to be left out, I don't want to be left out
I don't want to be left out, Out of the kingdom of God
Verse 1
On the banks of the river side, Someday we will meet and pray
Oh Lord, you know just how, I long for that beautiful day,
When all the people will be there, Out there in that quiet place
Oh yes, sitting at Jesus feet, All because of his grace
Verse 2
On the banks of the river side, We’ll gather to give God praise
Oh Lord, what a privilege, Your son Jesus has given us
So all the people will be there, Out there in that quiet place
Oh yes, sitting at Jesus feet, All because of his grace
Today, I continue with part 2 of the Autum pulpit seires “Revelation Now.” I will be deal with the seven churches. Have you note pad ready to take notes.
Announcements & Family Matters
IN A NUTSHELL TO REMEMBER: Today, Adventist Youth Meeting at 5:30 p.m –“HOT POTATO”
Wednesday at 7 p.m., Prayer Meeting with Michael McCoy
SABBATH SPEAKERS: Sabbath, Oct 31: Cyril McMillan Sabbath, November 7, Barrington Brennen, Revival and Prayer
Explosion Sabbath, November 14, Barrington Brennen, Super Sabbath Sabbath, November 22, Barrington Brennen Revelation Now
THE PASTOR’S ORIENTATION AND BIBLE CLASS FOR NEW BELEIVERS. All recently baptized persons from the Good News Gospel Explosion will meet with the pastor today upstairs in the first classroom on the right. This meeting today is also for the young and old and those who are long-time attendees of the church. Note that after the second Divine Service a meal will be provided for the new converts by two Sabbath School Units. Members as asked to honor this restricted lunch hour as limited for has been prepared. “KEEPING IT HOT FOR JESUS” REVIVAL AND SEVEN DAY’S OF PRAYER Join us Sunday November 1 to Sabbath November 7 for one great week of Revival and Week of Prayer. The pastor will ignite us all during this great week of preaching and week of prayer review. The world theme is “Revival and the Second Coming of Jesus.” See readings link on the church’s website.
85th ANNIVERSARY AND SUPER SABBATH Wednesday, November 11 to Sabbath November 14, 2015, we will be celebration our 85th anniversary and having the annual Super Sabbath. Super Sabbath a day of all day preaching by various pastors and a sumptuous Sabbath meal. The theme is “Celebrating the Past . . . Embracing the Future. The Theme text is Joshua 1:19. Pastor Paul Scavella, president of the South Bahamas Conference, will be the guest speaker on Wednesday, November 11, 2015. On Thursday:
Pastor Andrew Burrow; Friday, Pastor Peter Joseph. Super Sabbath speakers are Sabbath 8 a.m., Pastor Mark Ewen; Sabbath 11 a.m. Pastor Barrington Brennen. Sabbath afternoon speakers are Pastors Jamal
Franklin, Leonardo Rahming, Michael Toote, Eric Clarke, Asha Dane Duncan, and Leonard Johnson. Guest pianist for the weekend celebration (Friday night and Sabbath) will be Olive Fletcher of Miami, Florida (see photo). She is the widow of the late Herbert Fletcher, former president of Northern Caribbean University, Jamaica. Join us for this great celebration. UPCOMING CHURCH & CONFERENCE EVENTS
Conference-wide Women’s All-day Retreat Conference-wide Prayer Summit Conference-wide Marriage Retreat Christmas Church Banquet Right Side Up Youth Sabbath
WOMEN’S MINISTRIES: WOMEN’S MINISTRIES ONE-DAY CONCLAVE Experience a full day of life-altering, Holy Spirit inspired and interactive fellowship, hosted by the South Bahamas Conference Women’s Ministries Department. Rhonda Corrodus, of the Southeastern Conference of Seventh-day Adventists, has been hand-picked as the vessel God uses to bring insights on the theme, “If He can use anything…He Can Use Me!” ALL WOMEN ARE INVITED TO JOIN US TODAY AT BEREA beginning at 9:00 AM- SUNSET
Women’s Ministries regular meeting will be held on Saturday Oct 31st, in the Annex. 7:30 pm.
FOCUS: BREAST CANCER AWARENESS WEAR YOUR PINK IN SUPPORT GUEST SPEAKER: Dr. Locksley U. Munroe MD Ph.D,
Chief Surgery Consultant, PMH
Next Sabbath will be recognized as BREAST CANCER AWARENESS SABBATH, WEAR YOUR PINK IN SUPPORT.
FOCUS ON EDUCATION: TRUE EDUCATION MEANS more than taking a certain course of study. It is broad. It includes the harmonious development of all the physical powers and the mental faculties. It teaches the love and fear of God, and is a preparation for the faithful discharge of life's duties. This kind of education produces results as lasting as eternity. "The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom" (Proverbs 9:10), and better than all knowledge is an understanding of His words. COUNSELS to Parents, Teachers and Students Page 51
