Dr. Andrew M. Mosley, Jr. Pastor Reverend P. Frances Watson Minister of Education/Administrative Assistant

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1 From the Pastor s Desk Commentarry on Jonas 3: :1-5,10 In the days of Jonah, the city of Nineveh represented the center of evil and brutality and cruelty. It was the capitol of the Assyrian kingdom, and they were known throughout the Ancient Near Eastern world as ruthless conquerors. Nineveh was to Jonah what Babylon and Rome would be to later generations. It was a city that any Israelite would love to hate. You would think that Jonah, as an Israelite, would be happy that God was planning on destroying Nineveh. Of course, being happy about it, and obeying the call to go into the heart of the devil s den to announce it are two completely different things! Despite his best efforts to the contrary, Jonah winds up in Nineveh, walking the streets and declaring God s impending judgment. And, lo and behold, the people of the Nineveh repent! Even such a brutal and hated city called a city of bloodshed by the prophet Nahum (Nah. 3:1) isn t beyond the power of God s Spirit to soften their hearts to repentance. No less than the King of Nineveh proclaims a fast on the odd chance that they might avert disaster. And it would seem that not only is Nineveh not beyond the power of God s Spirit, it is also not beyond the scope of God s love and grace and mercy! In response to their repentance, God relents. Instead of rejoicing over the success of his preaching, Jonah goes off on a hillside to pout. Turns out he wanted the people of Nineveh destroyed men, women, children, and even the animals! In fact, he admits that s why he ran the other way in the first place he was afraid that God would have mercy on them (cf. Jon. 4:2). Seems Jonah had a terrible love of hating the people of Nineveh. What is it that makes us so fond of this terrible love of hating certain people? For some of us, I think it is fear. There are many of us who are afraid that someone will take away what is ours, or violate our sense of safety and security by a crime or an act of terror. We are so afraid that we can only respond to certain people whom we have decided are criminals and terrorist with fear and hatred. For some, it is religious arrogance. They are so certain that they are on God s side and God is on theirs, that anyone who differs or disagrees with them in any way become not only their enemies but also God s enemies. And if they re God s enemies, then we re perfectly right to hate them. Or lock them up in prison camps as long as we please. Or summarily strip them of all human rights. I think that was Jonah s problem. He bought into a version of the Jewish faith that basically said that they were God s chosen people and everybody else was not. All of the grace and goodness that God showered on the Jewish people made those who bought into this idea think that somehow they were immune from the possibility of displeasing God in any way. They believed, regardless of what they did, they were automatically on God s side. And as a result, everybody else was excluded. But it would seem from the story of Jonah that God had a lesson for all those who think they have an exclusive claim on God s love. Even godless, ruthless Nineveh is not so far gone as to put them beyond the reach of God s Spirit softening their hearts to repentance. Even the people that Jonah and others who shared his inflated sense of self-importance loved to hate are not beyond the scope of God s mercy and love! The hard truth is that we share the terrible love of hatred that kept Jonah from rejoicing in the miracle of repentance and restoration wherever it happened. In fact, in the Christian faith, we have a place for the people we love to hate we call it hell. And there are certain people we love to hate so much that we re all too happy for them to literally go to hell! And yet, the joyful lesson of this season, the good news of Epiphany that wherever we are, God is there, loving us, nurturing us, drawing us into the joy of God s life and love that wonderful good news isn t just ours to hoard; it is a message that applies to all people, everywhere. Even those we love to hate. Especially those for whom we cherish a terrible love of hatred. No one is so far gone that God s Spirit cannot bring them to repentance. No one is beyond the scope of God s mercy and love. Webssiitte:: -- Emaiill:: qbcc@quiioccccassiin..orrg ELIIJAH MCCOY Black Inventor who is notable for his 57 U.S. patents February 8, 2015 Quioccasin Baptist Church Quiioccccassiin Road Henrriicco,, Viirrgiiniia Churrcch Offffiicce:: ((804)) Fax:: ((804)) Since 1866 Theme: THE POWER OF PRAYER Matthew 6:5-15 Dr. Andrew M. Mosley, Jr. Pastor BLACK HISTORY MONTH 5TH SUNDAY AFTER EPIPHANY Reverend P. Frances Watson Minister of Education/Administrative Assistant

2 The Celebration of Morning Worship... 8:00 A.M. The Church School... 9:30 A.M. Mr. Arthur W. Byrd, Jr., Deacon Superintendent Now the LORD had said unto Abram, Get thee out of thy country, and from thy kindred, and from thy father's house, unto a land that I will shew thee: And I will make of thee a great nation, and I will bless thee, and make thy name great; and thou shalt be a blessing:. Genesis 12:1-2 KJV The Prelude... Ms. Angela M. Mosley Oh, Freedom No. 486 The Call to Worship... Dr. Andrew M. Mosley, Jr. O give thanks unto the Lord, for he is good: for his mercy endureth forever. The Prayer of Invocation... In Unison God our Father: you have appointed us witnesses, to be a light that shines in the world. Let us not hide the bright hope you have given us, but tell men your love, revealed in Jesus Christ the Lord. Amen. The Chant... No. 9 Alleluia The Responsive Reading... Minister/Congregation DIVINE PROVIDENCE No. 610 The Hymn of Praise and Adoration... No. 31 GLORY, GLORY, HALLELUJAH The Welcome/Announcements/Recognitions Mrs. Edith Lomax, Deacon/Church Clerk The Scripture... Minister Genesis 12:1-9 Special Music... The Volunteer Choir Balm in Gilead No. 489 The Prayer... Minister The Prayer Response... Choir/Congregation Standin in the Need of Prayer No OUR SICK AND SHUT-IN LIST - PLEASE PRAY FOR OUR SICK AND SHUT-IN MEMBERS - Mrs. Lillian Anderson Rosewood Avenue Mrs. Dorothy Clark Marywood Lane, Apt 311 Mrs. Marie Collins Orinda Drive, Mrs. Florine Fleming, Deaconess Whistler Road Mrs. Helen Foster... Beth Sholom Lifecare 1600 John Rolfe Prkwy - Room 208/Unit 2 Mrs. Addie Fountain Fountain Lane Miss Helena Fountain Fountain Lane Mrs. Denise Hardy Anna Marie Drive Mr. Herbert Jackson Parham Road Ms. Everlena King Forest Hill Avenue Ms. Marjorie McIntyre Marywood Lane, Apt 209 Mrs. Emma J. Truman... Imperial Plaza, 1715 Bellevue Avenue, Apt 208 Mrs. Florence Tyler Pemberton Road Reverend P. Frances Watson Taylor Avenue West, Hampton, Virginia Mr. Uriel Winfree Hunters Mill Circle Mr. Charles Woodson, Deacon Francis Road, Glen Allen Mr. James Woodson French Avenue HOW MAY WE SERVE YOU? Sickness in the Home Seeking Church Membership Desires Offering Envelopes Desires A Pastoral Call Moved to the Address Below Children for Church School A Newcomer in the Community In Need of Prayer NAME PHONE ADDRESS DATE CITY STATE ZIP CODE Information supplied by: Please check desired one(s), tear off, and place in the offering plate or give to the Minister. Information supplied by: DEACONS FOR THE MONTH OF FEBRUARY Mr. Jack Stuart (804) and Mr. George Willcox (804) Please inform them of any persons that are sick -11-

3 UPCOMING EVENTS SUNDAY, MARCH 8, 2015 GIRL SCOUTS SUNDAY SUNDAY, APRIL 26, :00 AM WORSHIP SERVICE 1 SERVICE WOMEN S DAY Speaker Deacon Mary G. Herbin President, Women s Auxiliary Tuckahoe Baptist Association Deacon, Saint James Baptist Church Blair Road SUNDAY, MAY 3, 2015 CHILDREN S DAY SATURDAY JUNE 6, 2015 SUNDAY, JUNE 7, ND PASTOR AND PEOPLE ANNIVERSARY - PASTOR S ANNIVERSARY BANQUET - Saturday, June 6, 5:00 p.m. - New Fellowship Hall - CHURCH SCHOOL WITH THE PASTOR Sunday, June 7, 8:30 a.m. - MORNING WORSHIP SERVICE Sunday, June 7, 10:00 a.m. 1 SERVICE - AFTERNOON PASTOR S CELEBRATION WORSHIP SERVICE Sunday, June 7, 3:00 p.m. Mark Your Calendar! "COME, BE A PART OF THE FELLOWSHIP AND WORSHIP SHIP" -10- The Stewardship Challenge/Prayer...Mr. Arthur Byrd, Jr., Deacon 2 Corinthians 9:6-7 THE MUSICAL OFFERING/TITHES/OFFERINGS (Benevolence).... In Unison Psalm 24 KJV (MORTGAGE)... Ushers/Deacons/Congregation Praise Him! (Tithes/General)... Ushers/Deacons/Congregation What Shall I Render? The Offertory Prayer... Mrs. Norma Hudgins, Deacon The Offertory Response...No. 559 Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow The Hymn of Preparation...No. 511 This Little Light of Mine The Sermon... Dr. Andrew M. Mosley, Jr., Pastor GOD CHOOSES TO BLESS THE INVITATION TO CHRISTIAN DISCIPLESHIP The Invitational Hymn...No. 198 I Surrender All The Silent Moment The Benediction/Grace... Minister The Choral Response... Choir/Congregation The Threefold Amen No. 553 The Postlude... Let the Church Say AMEN -3-

4 The Period of Prayer and Praise... 10:40 A.M. The Celebration of Morning Worship... 10:55 A.M. And the word of the LORD came unto Jonah the second time, saying, Jonas 3:1 KJV The Prelude... Ms. Angela M. Mosley The Introit... No. 29 He Is Lord The Processional Selection... Choir/Congregation IT S A HIGHWAY TO HEAVEN The Call to Worship... Dr. Andrew M. Mosley, Jr. O give thanks unto the Lord, for he is good: for his mercy endureth forever. The Prayer of Invocation... In Unison God our Father: you have appointed us witnesses, to be a light that shines in the world. Let us not hide the bright hope you have given us, but tell men your love, revealed in Jesus Christ the Lord. Amen. Over the counter medication: Tylenol, aspirin, antacids, Pepto Bismol, athletes foot cream, etc First Aid kit Paper products: Cups, small plates, bowls, Facial & bathroom tissue Paper towels, Plastic spoons Bottle Water (8 oz.) WE NEED YOUR HELP WITH SUPPLIES, SETUP, SERVING MEALS, CLEANING UP AFTER MEALS, AND PREPARING BAG LUNCHES FOR THE NEXT DAY!!!!! IN ADDITION, WE NEED OVER-NIGHT VOLUNTEERS!! YOU MAY CONTACT ELNORA ALLEN AT OR CONNIE SPINDLE AT TO VOLUNTEER TO WORK!!!!!!!! The Chant... No. 9 Alleluia The Responsive Reading... Minister/Congregation DIVINE PROVIDENCE No. 610 The Hymn of Praise and Adoration... No. 31 GLORY, GLORY, HALLELUJAH BLACK HISTORY MOMENT... Alana Johnson INVENTOR Elijah McCoy The Welcome/Announcements/Recognitions Mrs. Edith Lomax, Deacon/Church Clerk Special Music... The Choral Ensemble The Scripture... Minister Jonas 3:1-10 The Prayer... Minister

5 CARITAS (February 28 March 7, 2015) QUIOCCASIN BAPTIST CHURCH CARITAS was organized nearly 20 years ago to respond to the tremendous unmet need for emergency shelter for homeless adults in the cold winter months. It has since become the largest emergency shelter program in the community and has been expanded to operate year-round. Programs Supported by the United Way Community Fund: Emergency and Transitional Sheltering Each week, host congregations welcome homeless guests to eat and sleep at their facilities. More than 170 faith-based communities participate in the program s congregationbased model, which mobilizes thousands of volunteers who cumulatively donate more than 80,000 hours of service annually. Family Focus The Family Focus program at CARITAS provides 24-hour shelter and supportive services for up to 28 children and adults. It is the only homeless shelter in the Richmond area that accepts families with fathers and adolescent males. Designed in collaboration with Salvation Army and HomeAgain, CARITAS serves as the initial entry point in the system for homeless families in our community. Supplies needed for Caritas Please sign your name and phone number next to the items you would like to contribute on the signup sheet in the lower fellowship hall Toiletry kits (soap, deodorant, toothbrushes, toothpaste, lotion, combs, brushes) Hand Sanitizer Hand Soap Vinyl disposable gloves Trash bags Masking tape Formula High Chairs Cribs Age appropriate child seats School supplies, crayons, markers, drawing paper Current newspapers, magazines, books DVD s (G/PG rated) Games -8- The Prayer Response... Choir/Congregation Pass Me Not No. 181 The Stewardship Challenge/Prayer... Mrs. Norma Hudgins, Deacon 2 Corinthians 9:6-7 THE MUSICAL OFFERING/TITHES/OFFERINGS (Benevolence).... In Unison Psalm 24 KJV (MORTGAGE)... Ushers/Deacons/Congregation Praise Him! (Tithes/General)... Ushers/Deacons/Congregation What Shall I Render? The Offertory Prayer...Mr. Arthur Byrd, Jr., Deacon The Offertory Response...No. 559 Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow The Preparational Selection... The Choral Ensemble The Sermon... Dr. Andrew M. Mosley, Jr., Pastor THE GOD OF A SECOND CHANCE THE INVITATION TO CHRISTIAN DISCIPLESHIP The Invitational Hymn...No. 198 I Surrender All The Silent Moment The Benediction... Minister The Choral Response... Choir/Congregation The Threefold Amen No. 553 The Postlude... Let the Church Say AMEN -5-

6 Announcements February 8 at 3:00 P.M. February 9 at 7:00 P.M. February 11 at 11:00 A.M. February 11 at 6:45 P.M. February 11 at 7:30 P.M. February 12 at 6:00 P.M. February 12 at 7:00 P.M. February 14 at 8:30 A.M. February 14 at 10:00 A.M. February 14 2:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M. TUCKAHOE BAPTIST ASSOCIATION SPIRITUAL RENEWAL/ REDEDICATION SERVICE, SHARON BAPTIST CHURCH, 22 East Leigh Street., Richmond, Virginia Trustees Meeting The Senior Citizens Ministry will meet Bible Study Prayer and Praise The Male Chorus Will Rehearse The Sanctuary Choir WILL NOT Rehearse Deacon s Meeting Deaconess Meeting MEN S FELLOWSHIP GOSPEL EXTRAVANGANZA - Tickets $20 Please see any member of the Men s Fellowship for tickets >>>> SEE PAGE 7 OF THE BULLETIN <<< February 15 MEN S DAY 1 JOINT SERVICE 8:30 A.M. CHURCH SCHOOL 10:00 A.M. MORNING WORSHIP SERVICE MEN S DAY PREACHER Reverend Malcoln Lynch MEN S DAY ASSESSMENT - $ MEN S DAY BULLETIN ADS [ B/W ½ Page $50 Full Page $100 ] [ Color $75 & $150 ] (All Ads, Copy Ready & Due by February 6, 2015) - Also, Patron s List ($10.00 Per Line) Please See Any Member of the Men s Fellowship AD FORMS ON TOP OF PIANO **ONE SERVICE** $12,000 GOAL February 16 at 6:00 P.M. February 17 at 6:30 P.M. February 18 at 11:00 A.M. February 18 at 6:45 P.M. February 18 at 7:30 P.M. February 19 at 6:00 P.M.. February 20 at 6:00 P.M. February 21 at 9:30 A.M. February 21 at 11:00 A.M. February 26 at 6:00 P.M. February 26 at 6:30 P.M. February 26 at 7:00 P.M. The Commission on Finance will meet PASTOR AND PEOPLE ANNIVERSARY COMMITTEE MEETING The Senior Citizens Ministry will meet Bible Study Prayer and Praise CARITAS Planning Meeting WOMEN S DAY PLANNING MEETING th THE 150 CHURCH ANNIVERSARY COMMITTEE WILL MEET THE CHORAL ENSEMBLE WILL REHEARSE THE CHILDREN/YOUTH MASS CHOIR WILL REHEARSE The Children s Ministry will meet THE COMBINED CHOIR WILL REHEARSE GIRL SCOUT COOKIE SALES NOW THRU FEBRUARY 24, $4.00 PER BOX CARITAS FAMILY FOCUS WEEK FEBRUARY 28 MARCH 7 >>>> WE NEED HELP!!!!! >>> SEE PAGES 8 & 9 OF THE BULLETIN <<< CHILDREN S MINISTRY CHALLENGE FOR ALL CHILDREN Learn the Books of the Bible st in Assignment Learn the first 10 books by February 26,