Our Spiritual Goals for Women. From The Pastor. The Monthly Newsletter of Union Chapel Missionary Baptist Church

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1 March 2014 Volume 11 Issue 3 The Monthly Newsletter of Union Chapel Missionary Baptist Church From The Pastor Our Spiritual Goals for Women We believe all women are uniquely created and important in God's kingdom. We believe in unity, cooperation, and caring through the inspiration and power of the Holy Spirit. We will be vitally involved in the outreach of women. Women tend to be intuitively nurturing and compassionate to others but not thinking of themselves. Emotionally Teaching them prayer and scripture Teaching them positive affirmations Teaching them how to deal with trials and tribulation using the Holy Spirit Mentally Teaching them how to let go Teaching them the importance of patience, love and understanding Continue on page 2

2 From The Pastor, Continued Teaching them how to turn their burdens over to the Lord Teaching them how to fight in the Spirit- spiritual warfare Financially Teaching them the how to tithe Teaching them how to give Teaching them how to own businesses Teaching them how to own land and Real Estate Teaching them how to plan, budget, save and invest Teaching them how to leave a legacy Physically Teaching them how to take care of themselves Teaching them how to eat right and exercise Socially Teaching them how to network with other women Teaching them to pray with other women Teaching them the importance of fellowship with other women Spiritually Opening their hearts and minds to God Studying the word of God Receiving the word of God And finally, applying and obeying the Word of God - in order to fight the wiles of the enemy. God bless the women! Your Servant Leader, O. Wendell Davis 2014 CHURCH THEME Meeting The Challenges With Spiritual Wisdom Matthew 10:16-26 Page 2

3 New To Our Family Welcome to Our Church Indigo S. Askew Jazzalyn J. Ballard Cameron M. Bates Kailyn M. Bates Jacoby S. Berry Kendra T. Berry Ashley M. Carter Bobbie J. Garner Charity K. Garner Naydeen Garner Teresa A. Hazzard Paula D. Heathington Kimberly A. Hendriks Aleeya S. Hickman Jaleecia M. Holden Brian Kennamer Marva R. Lewis Krystal L. Martin Lindsey E. Pointer Jaquilla D. Powell Margaret Powell Tori S. Taylor Charline Tolliver Dillan I. Wynn We are delighted to have you fellowship with us today and hope that our services will serve as an inspiration to you during the coming week. We hope that when you entered our doors, you felt a sweet, sweet spirit of warmth and love. Union Chapel is the church with a big heart of LOVE; where everybody is somebody, and JESUS CHRIST is the HEAD! If you are new to our community, a cordial invitation is extended to you to prayerfully consider becoming a member of our church family. New Sunday School Class: Breakfast with the King 7:00 a.m. Pastor will be teaching a Sunday School Class entitled Breakfast with the King each Sunday morning beginning at 7:00 a.m. in the Church Sanctuary. The new Sunday School Class, led by Pastor Davis, is intended to prepare the congregation for the times ahead. Sunday School Lesson: Jesus and the Davidic Covenant March 2 March 9 March 16 A Change of Plans II Samuel 7:1-17 Family Connections Psalm 89:3-14, 30-37; Isaiah 9:1-7; Matthew 1:18-2:6 Look Forward and Look Back Psalm 110: Acts 2:22-36 March 23 Victory Celebration Revelation 3:7; 5:5-13; 6:23-7:17;22:16 March 30 Joy and Celebration Zechariah 9:9-10; Matthew 21:1-11 Bible Study Join us Every Wednesday! Time Class Location 12:00 noon Mid-Day Bible Study Fellowship Hall 7:00 p.m. Adult Bible Study Youth Bible Study Collegiate Bible Study Fellowship Hall Basement Conference Room (old Library) Page 3

4 Youth Ministry // You are Not Untouchable As young people, it is easy to have the mindset that you are untouchable. Many times you wake up and go about your daily lives, never thanking God for the things that He is doing as well as the things that He has already done for us. Any one of us can be diagnosed with a sickness. Any of us can be in a bad accident. None of us knows what our future holds. We base life on our present condition, believing that nothing bad will ever happen to us. We simply think that we are untouchable. There is a story told in Luke chapter 17 about ten men who were lepers. Society looked down on them because of their condition. The difference between these men and with us today is that they knew that they were not untouchable. Then as Jesus entered their village, the ten men called out from a distance (because they felt that their condition was too bad to be in Jesus presence and society already treated them like outcasts) and they asked Jesus to have mercy on them. Jesus told them to go and see the priest and they would be cleansed. The ten men did what Jesus asked and they were indeed cleansed. Only one out of the ten men came back to give Jesus praise for healing him. Jesus asked, were there not nine more? And Jesus told the one, that his faith healed him. We all have things that we will go through in life. We will have some ups and we will definitely experience some downs. However, we have to maintain our relationship with God and we have to be careful to give Him all the praise, the glory, and the honor before and after He brings us out. None of us are untouchable, but with an untouchable God fighting on our behalf, that should cause us to praise His name everyday of our lives. Youth Ministry Upcoming Events Youth Bible Study Topics Age 3-5: Jesus Is The Answer Grades 1st 6th: God Alone Grades 7th 12th: This Is Your Life March 5 Getting To Know Him March 12 Have You Seen God March 19 How Do You Know Me? Collegiate/Young Adults Bible Study Topics: The Life of David March 5 Good King/Bad King Repentant Sinner Effects of Sin on the Family Passionate Psalmist March 7: A Night of Worship 7:00 p.m. (location: TBD) March 21: Game Night 7:00 p.m. (location: TBD) March 16: Meet & Greet Following 10:45 a.m. Worship Service Children s Church 1st, 2nd, & 4th Sunday for children ages 3-12 Children s Church starts at 7:45 a.m. & 10:45 a.m. Parent MUST bring children downstairs to sign in YOUTH THEME Youth Being Examples 4 Christ Don't let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers in speech, in love, in faith, and in purity." 1 Timothy 4:12 NIV} Page 4

5 Union Chapel Christian Academy News Union Chapel Christian Academy is participating in the Box Tops for Education fundraiser. Box Tops for Education is one of the nation s largest school fundraising loyalty programs and has been helping schools succeed since Once you start looking, you'll see these little pink coupons everywhere! Each Box Top coupon is worth 10 for our school. Grab your scissors and keep an eye out for the Box Tops for Education logo on the products you use everyday; some packages offer bonus Box Tops. Simply send the clipped Box Tops to school with your child; be sure to include your child's teacher s name. The classroom that collects the most box tops, by the end of the school year, will win a pizza party. Each eligible school participating in the Box Tops for Education program may earn up to, but not more than, $20,000 cash per year from the Clip program. For additional information, please contact the academy office at The Mission of The Church ( An excerpt from Church and Ministry by O. Wendell Davis) Jesus came into this world to redeem humankind. He revealed God to People and His purpose was to set people free from sin. The mission of the Church is to carry on the life and to present the redemptive message of Jesus Christ. Christ himself committed this responsibility to the Church. The various ministries of Union Chapel exist for no other purpose than to carry out the mission. We pray this ministry profile section will encourage you to begin your service to the ministry and mission of the church. Opportunities To Serve// Women Ministry Matrons Ministry The Matrons Ministry purpose is to encourage women to practice Christ s teachings in their daily walk, to dedicate their gifts of the Spirit to the Lord s service, to give of their time and means to spread the gospel message and to win souls through personal service to God. Ministry Coordinators: Sis. Joyce Neville and Sis. Charlotte Corbett Progressive Matrons Ministry The purpose of this ministry is to grow in fellowship with God and each. To aide each other whether through prayer or for physical needs, to Continue on page 11 Page 5

6 Union Chapel Christian Academy News 4-H Poster Contest Angelina Williams, 5th grade student, won first place in the 2013 Farm-City Poster Contest November 21, 2013, hosted by the Alabama Cooperative Extension System. The 2013 theme is Alabama Agriculture: Growing for You and Me. Angelina Williams, shown with her winning poster, certificate and first place ribbon On Wednesday, February 5, Angelina received her $100 award and her teacher, Mrs. NaSonya Keith, received $100 for the classroom. Angelina s poster has been submitted to the State Farmer s Federation Office for judging in the statewide competition. If Angelina wins the statewide competition, she and her teacher will receive an additional $200. State winners in the poster contest will be featured in the Alabama Farm-City Committee s 2015 Farm-City Calendar. Congratulations, Angelina, for exemplifying academic excellence! Picture from left: Angelina Williams, Walter Harris, County Extension Coordinator and Mrs. NaSonya Keith UCCA FACULTY AND STAFF ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENTS Ms. Quamille Moses, fifth grade teacher, received the Master of Science degree in Educational Administration and Supervision, December 13, 2013 from Alabama A&M University. Page 6

7 Union Chapel Christian Academy News Veterans of Foreign Wars Essay Contest Several Academy students recently participated in the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Essay Contest. All participants received their prizes at an awards dinner on January 21, hosted by the American Legion Post 237. The high school essay topic, Voice of Democracy, is an audio-essay competition for an opportunity to win a scholarship for college. Richard Williams, 9th grade, placed second and D Ahra Hinton, 10th grade, placed third in this category. Patriot s Pen is an essay competition for middle school; the winner of the national competition will receive a $5,000 scholarship. The winners in this essay contest were: Chrishaun Leslie, 8th grade, 1st place; Katherine Ward, 7th grade, 2nd place and Keanna Rice, 8th grade, 3rd place. Congratulations to the participants and winners. Pictured from left: Mrs. Anita Weathers, Chrishaun Leslie and Dr. Casey Lewis Pictured from left: Keanna Rice, Katherine Ward, D Ahra Hinton, Richard Williams and Chrishaun Leslie, with VFW Post Commander Mr. Michael Pierce received the Bachelor of Science degree in Religion, with a minor in Behavioral Science, December 7, 2013 from Athens State University. Miss Camille Wheaton, fourth grade teacher, received the Master of Education degree in E l e m e n t a r y E d u c a t i o n, December 13, 2013 from Alabama A&M University. Page 7

8 National Nutrition Month National Nutrition Month is recognized in March. The theme for 2014 is Enjoy the Taste of Eating Right. You can enjoy eating right by following the healthy eating tips below: Make half your plate fruits and vegetables Make at least half your grains whole Vary your protein choices Cut back on sodium and empty calories from solid fats and added sugars Enjoy your food but eat less Be physically active For more information National Nutrition month and ways to eating right, visit We often use the nutritional facts labels on products as a resource to understand the nutritional value of foods. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently announced the proposed update to the Nutrition Facts labels for food packaging. This will be the first time in over 20 years that the nutrition facts labels have been changed. Our guiding principle here is very simple: that you as a parent and a consumer should be able to walk into your local grocery store, pick up an item off the shelf, and be able to tell whether it s good for your family, said First Lady Michelle Obama. So this is a big deal, and it s going to make a big difference for families all across this country. If the proposed changes are approved, you may see the following changes: Food labels will be easier to read and understand The amount of added sugars to a food product will be required. Calories from fat would be removed and replaced with the total calories per serving. Serving size would reflect what you actually eat. For more information on the proposed changes to the nutrition facts labels, visit the FDA website at BIBLE QUIZ Jesus illustrated the future coming of the Son of Man and his kingdom: When the tree sprouts leaves, he said, you know that is near; when various cosmic signs take place, you ll know the Son of Man and the kingdom of God are near. Choose the correct pair of words to fill in the two blanks. A. pine; winter B. beech; spring C. fig; summer D. olive; autumn See Luke 21:29-31 for the answer Page 8

9 Who Are You Wearing Before the Oscars, a big question for every glamorous celebrity is Who are you wearing? Fashion reporters and fans are eager to discover and imitate the latest designers and styles. Few of us will ever walk the red carpet in Hollywood, yet we receive a much more impressive wardrobe makeover when we accept Jesus as our Savior. Through his death and resurrection, Jesus turned our filthy rags of sin into dazzling white robes of righteousness (see Isaiah 61:10). This righteousness is embellished with good works that speak to our vibrant faith. How evident is your new outfit to people around you? As you get dressed each day, consider whether you re living in such a way that people will wonder Who are you wearing? Celebrating the past Embracing our future in Christ (Jeremiah 29:11) Union Chapel M. B. Church will have a weekend of worship and praise on Friday, May 16, and on Sunday, May 18, 2014, celebrating 25 years of faithful service for Pastor and Sis. O. Wendell Davis. There will be a fellowship dinner at Union Chapel Missionary Baptist Church on Friday, May 16, 2014, at 7:00 p.m. and conclude with praise and worship services on Sunday in the sanctuary at 7:45 a. m. and 10:45 a. m. The guest speaker for Sunday services will be Pastor Maurice Davis of the Tabernacle Baptist Church located in Biloxi, MS. Davis for their continuous commitment and faithfulness to Union Chapel M. B Church. God has blessed Union Chapel so let us bless them in a marvelous way. To attend the dinner on Friday night, we are asking each member to please complete an invitation form and place it in the box at the Welcome Center. The Invitations will be available at the Welcome Center in the Church foyer area beginning on Sunday, March 9, To plan for food and seating arrangements, the completed invitations must be received by Sunday, April 13, For further information, please contact Sis. Jenise Showers Bradshaw, Sis. Tonita Phipps, Sis. Vivian Kimble, Sis. Kimbela McCrary, Deacon Charlie Lockhart or Sis. Bettye Showers. Thanks in advance for your quick response. We are encouraging all members and friends to please be in attendance at this weekend celebration of praise and worship. Let us show our love to Pastor and Sis. Page 9 Page 9

10 Pictorial Review Marriage Enrichment Seminar Men s Fellowship Basketball Game Stitching and Quilting Ministry Page 10

11 Opportunities To Serve// Women Ministry minister to the needy and to support other ministries within the Church and community. Ministry Coordinators: Mother Hattie Burton and Sis. Laura Burroughs Young Women s Ministry The Young Women s Ministry purpose is to please God though worship, consistent study of His word, fellowship with other believers and to eagerly take a stand to serve others. Ministry Coordinators: Sis. Sabrina Pope and Sis. Sheena Collier Mark Your Calendar 3.3 Cancer Support Ministry Meeting 6:00 p.m. 3.8 Education Ministry ACT Prep Class 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Youth Ministry Basketball Tournament 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m Women s Ministry Fellowship Game 6:00 p.m Education Ministry ACT Prep Class 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m Young Women s Ministry 5:30 p.m. Young Men s Ministry 6:00 p.m. NATIONAL HEALTHY WEIGHT WEEK JANUARY Bein g over weig ht 3.29 Education Ministry ACT Prep Class 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Page 11

12 Monthly Ministry Meetings Ministry Time When SUNDAY Intercessory Prayer Line 7:00 AM 8:00 AM Every Prayer Line Ministry 8:00 PM 9:00 PM Every New Members Orientation 9:30 AM Every MONDAY Intercessory Prayer 6:00 PM 7:30 PM Every Revised Version Choir 6:00 PM 1st, 2nd & 4th Progressive Matrons 6:45 PM 1st Male Chorus 7:30 PM 1st, 2nd & 3rd Cancer Support Group 6:30 PM 1st Cub Scouts 6:00 PM 1st Missionary Ministry 6:00 PM 2nd Ushers #1 Ministry 7:00 PM 2nd Youth Ushers Ministry 6:00 PM 2nd Deacon's Ministry 6:30 PM 3rd Deaconess Ministry 6:30 PM 3rd Mother's Ministry 10:00 AM 12 Noon 3rd Stitching and Quilting Ministry 6:00 PM 2nd & 4th Trustee's Ministry 6:30 PM 1st TUESDAY Senior Adult Ministry 1:00 PM 1st Boy Scout 6:00 PM 1st & 3rd Matrons 6:30 PM 1st & 3rd Church Choir 7:00 PM 1st & 4th Gospel Choir 7:00 PM 2nd Laymen Brotherhood Men s Bible Study 7:00 PM 2nd Community Care 6:00 PM 2nd Recreation Ministry 6:30 PM 2nd Women's Choir 6:00 PM 3rd Minister s Wives 6:30 PM 3rd Cub Scouts 6:00 PM 4th WEDNESDAY Intercessory Prayer 11:00 AM 12 Noon Every The Passage 5:45 PM Every Sign Ministry 5:45 PM Every Sunday School Teachers 6:00 PM Every Education Assistance 5:30 PM 3rd THURSDAY Church Choir 7:00 PM 1st & 4th Laymen Brotherhood 6:00 PM 2nd Gospel Choir 7:00 PM 2nd Tour and Hospitality Ministry 6:00 PM Women s Choir 6:00 PM 2nd & 3rd Ushers # 2 Ministry 7:00 PM 4th Young Women's Ministry 5:45 PM 3rd SATURDAY Minister s Meeting 8:00 AM 2nd Wellness Ministry 9:00 AM 2nd Street Ministry 10:00 AM 12 Noon 3rd Community Care Outreach 11:00 AM 4th Progressive Matrons 10:00 AM 4th Girl Scouts 10:00 AM 11:30 AM 2nd & 4th The above ministry meeting schedule does not supersede your internal ministry calendar that has been previously posted. The Herald is a monthly publication of Union Chapel Missionary Baptist Church. Members are encouraged to submit all newsworthy articles by the 10th of the month to newsletter@unionchapel-hsv.org. All articles are subject to editing for clarity and grammatical correctness. CHURCH LOCATION 315 Winchester Road Huntsville, AL fax OFFICE HOURS: 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. WEBSITE: unionchapel@unionchapel-hsv.org \ O. Wendell Davis, D.Min., Pastor Early Worship Service 7:45 a.m. Sundays Sunday School Hour 7:00 a.m. 9:30-10:30 a.m. Morning Worship 10:45 A.M. Sundays Combined Services 4th Sundays 7:45 a.m. Bible Study Monday - Wednesday 12:00 Noon Wednesdays 7:00 p.m. RADIO MINISTRY WEUP AM 1700 RADIO Sermon 1:30 p.m. Sundays TELEVISION MINISTRY Each Sunday WAWB TV 7:00-8:00 A.M. Comcast Cable 3 TV 8:00-9:00 P.M. (Check your local cable services for more broadcast times) Prayer Lines Are Open 8:00-9:00 P.M.