August 16, Theme: Pastor Thompson

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1 Committed to His Will, His Way, and His Word August 16, 2015 Our Vision Statement "The Spirit of the Lord is on me, because He has anointed me to preach good news to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim freedom for the prisoners and recovery of sight for the blind, to release the oppressed, to proclaim the year of the Lord's favor." Luke 4:18-19 (NKJ) It is the vision of Mount Olive to be a church that is intentional in its efforts to identify and meet the needs of broken, hurt and oppressed people in the greater Glen Allen area through the message and ministry of Jesus Christ MOBC Core Values Radical Hospitality Passionate Worship Intentional Faith Development Risk-Taking Mission & Service Extravagant Generosity AUGUST 2015 MINISTRY MEETINGS Tue. 18 MOBC in Revival Greenwood Baptist Church Greenwood Church Road Ashland, VA Pastor/Ushers/Choir/Congregation Prayer & 7:00 7:30 PM Wed. 19 Hope Biblical Counseling Conf. 6:00 PM Thu. 20 Missions Ministry Room 6:30 PM 150th Church Anniv. Committee MP 6:30 PM Sat. 22 Haiti Mission Trip Yard Sale Jackson Lot on Mt. Olive Avenue 8:00 AM 4:00 PM Mon. 24 Christian Education Ministry Conf. 6:30 PM Official Board Meeting MP Building-Room 7:00 PM Tue. 25 Family & Friends Committee Conf. 6:30 PM Thu. 27 Official Board Meeting MP Building Room 7:00 PM Sat. 29 Olive Branches Ushers 9:00 AM 2015 Theme: The Year of Philippians 3:13 (NKJV) I do not count myself to have apprehended; but one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind and reaching forward to those things which are ahead, 13 Brethren, From the Pastor s Desk We give God the praise for all of the spiritual growth and blessings received during the Year of Increase. Now, let s take that growth and those blessings and move forward. Pastor Thompson Sunday School & New Members Class 8:30 AM Annual Greeters & Ushers Day Celebration 10:00 AM Theme: Moving Forward in Leadership & Service MOBC at St. Mark Baptist Church Homecoming Celebration 4596 Factory Mills Road, Maidens, VA 2:30 PM

2 MOBC FAITH DEVELOPMENT!! May 24 August 29, 2015 PENTECOST, the fiftieth day after Easter, comes from the Greek word for fiftieth, pentekoste. Greek-speaking Jews called the Jewish Feast of Weeks the Day of Pentecost. Acts 2 tells how the anxious and fearful disciples, who had gathered on the Day of Pentecost, were filled with the Holy Spirit and thereafter preached boldly the gospel of Jesus Christ. This is the day on which the church received the Holy Spirit. COLORS FOR PENTECOST: RED OR RED ON WHITE. RED, THE COLOR OF FIRE, REPRESENTS THE HOLY SPIRIT. Theme For This Quarter: GOD S PROPHETS DEMAND JUSTICE This quarter has three units justice and injustice. These lessons, covering seven different prophets, investigate the perpetrators of injustice, the nature of injustice, and the victims of injustice. It steadily moves toward repentance, redemption, and restoration. UNIT ADVOCATES OF JUSTICE FOR ALL The third and final unit finds us in Isaiah, Jeremiah, Ezekiel, Zechariah, & Malachi. While justice does demand that sins be punished, handing our that punishment is not what God wants to do with His children when they sin. What God really wants is for them to repent and turn back to Him. NEXT WEEK S LESSON: August 23, 2015 God Demands Justice Zechariah 7:8-14 Some people show no kindness, mercy, or justice to others. Who will protect the weak from their oppressors? Zechariah says that God requires kindness and mercy for the widows, orphans, foreigners, and the poor a message He has long been sharing with His people. * MONDAY: You Behaved Worse than Your Ancestors Jeremiah 16:9-13 * TUESDAY: I Call Upon the Lord 2 Samuel 22:1-7 * WEDNESDAY: Hope in God s Steadfast Love Psalm 147:1-11 * THURSDAY: Walk in the Way Judges 2:16-23 * FRIDAY: Pursue Justice and Only Justice Deuteronomy 16:16-20 * SATURDAY: The Lord Waits to Be Gracious Isaiah 30:18-26 * SUNDAY: The Results of Not Listening Zechariah 7:8-14 Sermon Highlights August 9, 2015 Title: Hope For Our Families Text: Luke 2:1-14 Main Idea: Even though there are problems in our families, there is still hope. Our hope is rooted in Christ Jesus being in the family picture. Hope that comes from Jesus being in the family picture will: HOW TO ACCEPT JESUS CHRIST INTO YOUR HEART Perhaps while reading the announcements you realized you have never made a Christian commitment. Don t delay that decision! We encourage you to embrace God s love today and receive the salvation that only Jesus Christ gives. Here are five simple steps you can take to find assurance of salvation. 1. Recognize your need. The Bible tell us that all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God. (Rom. 3:23) All of us are sinners, and we must admit our need for a Savior. 2. Repent of your sins. Our sins create a wall that separates us from God. By confessing our sins and turning from them, you will find forgiveness. The Bible promises: If we confess our sins, He is faithful and righteous to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness (1 John 1:9). 3. Believe in Jesus. God sent His only Son to die so that He could pay for all our sins. Put your faith in Him and believe in His power to save you. The Bible says, For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish, but have eternal life (John 3:16). 4. Receive His salvation. God has given us a great gift in His Son, but we must receive His gift. Thank Him for loving and forgiving you, and ask Him to live in your heart. His promise to us is clear: But as many as received Him, to them He gave the right to become children of God (John 1:12). 5. Confess your faith. The Bible assures us: If you confess with your mouth, Jesus is Lord, and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, you will be saved (Rom. 10:9). You have been born again and are now part of God s family. Tell some one else what Jesus has done in your life! 2 Points: 1) Enable you to remember God s faithfulness & goodness. 2) Enable you not to change for the worse. 3) Enable a celebration. For the full message order a CD or DVD of the service from the Media Ministry. CDs $5.00; Double CDs $7.00; DVDs $10.00 MOBC Bible Institute on Summer break. Class will reconvene in September.

3 3 MOBC COMMUNITY NEWS!! Summer Sunday, August 30th, 2015 August 2015 September 13, :00 AM Sunday School & New Members Class 8:30 10:00 AM Fellowship, Cookout & Fun Time Theme: Family and Friends Moving Forward in Unity How good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity! Psalm 133:1 Gather your nieces, nephews, grandparents, and all the members of your family, as well as your neighbors for a day of Family Entertainment: Games, Moon Bounce, Popcorn, Snow Cone, Cotton Candy, Face Painting and more Also, In order to prepare for a wonderful and fun filled day, we need you to sign-up. A sign-up sheet is posted on the information table in the Education wing. Each family is asked to bring bottled water or a baked dessert. Lunch will be served between 12:00 noon and 2:00 PM. Please, no refrigerated items or other food items. Mount Olive Baptist Church Undergraduate Scholarship Program The Mount Olive Baptist Church Family is blessed to be able to offer assistance to those members who are furthering their educational pursuits. Scholarships are available to members in good standing who are enrolled or will be enrolling in an accredited school, college or university by September of The application may be obtained from the information table in the administrative area. The deadline for submitting your completed and signed application is August 31st. Completed applications should be placed in the Extended Family/Scholarship Ministry box in the administration office. If you need additional information or have any questions, please contact any member of the committee listed below: Dea. Joseph Starks Janice Bailey Charlene Bazemore Julia Galloway Joyce P. Libron Sandra Morris Patricia Randolph Billie Winzor INTERCESSORY PRAYER Sick & Shut-ins Behold, I am the LORD, the God of all flesh. Is there anything too hard for Me? Jeremiah 32:27 William Barber Muriel Coleman Gilford Floyd Mildred Hardy John Harris, Jr. Doris Harris Alice Mitchell Bertha Mesmain MOBC will enjoy the comfort of casual dressing during the month of August. Please be mindful of the Church and who we represent as members of the Body of Christ. Choose clothing that is comfortable, modest, and appropriate for the sanctuary. Casual does not mean sloppy, avoid clothing that is too revealing or tight-fitting. Ladies, please no strapless, no one shoulders, no spaghetti straps, no spandex, no shorts, and please keep the skirts no more than 2" above the knees. Gentlemen, no muscle shirts and please keep the chest covered. Reverence God in your attire. Scripture Reference: Whether therefore ye eat, or drink or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God. (1 Corinthians 10:31) Music Director Salary Commensurate with Experience Mount Olive Baptist Church is seeking a full-time Music Director to oversee the music ministry of the church. Duties include but are not limited to: playing, directing, teaching and planning music for worship services; arranging special music; and maintaining musical instruments. Ability to read music is required. Candidate must play piano, organ and keyboard. Candidate must play hymns, anthems and gospel (contemporary and traditional). Must possess strong organizational and interpersonal skills. Preferred candidate will have a degree in music from an accredited college or university. Minimum of 2-3 years of music director experience required. This position will be opened until filled. Previous applicants do not need to reapply. Applicants may pick up an application from the church office or submit a resume in lieu of an application to: Mount Olive Baptist Church, 8775 Mt. Olive Avenue, Glen Allen, Virginia The address is Secretary@mobcva.org and the fax is (804) Criminal History Background Check required. For more information, please call (804) COMMUNITY FOOD GIVEAWAY SCHEDULE MONDAY & WEDNESDAY 11:00 AM 11:30 AM SATURDAY 12:30 PM 1:00 PM Zip Codes: 23227, 23228, & Sandra Moore Dorothy Robinson Alma Tarry Rev. Violet Watson Bernice Winston Betty Jo Williams Michael Wilson 4th Saturday Food Pantry & USDA households. Free to All MOBC Members! Seniors Ages 60 Plus Free food boxes will be distributed to SENIORS ONLY living in Henrico County Zip Codes 23227, 23228, & every 3rd Wednesday from 11:00 11:30 AM.

4 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 9:00am Ladies Ushers Sanctuary 2 Blood Pressure 10:00 AM 3 6:15pm Nominating Min. Room Noon Day Bible Study 6:00pm Girl Scouts Room 139 New Members Class & Sunday 8:30 AM Trustee Ministry Room :00 am Morning Prayer 6:00 pm New Members Min. 6:30 pm Prayer & Praise CYM Bible Study Bible study New Members Class 6 6:00pm Budget Committee/Trustee Room 139 6:30pm 150th Anniversary Committee MP Building 1& 2 6:30 pm Youth Haiti Mission Room 139 7:00pm Civic Ministry Room :00 AM New Members Class & Sunday 8:30 AM 10 6:00pm Congregation Care Room 138 6:30pm Family & Friends Planning Committee Conf. Room 7:00pm Greeters Ministry Room 137 7:00pm CYM Meeting Room :00 AM New Members Class & Sunday 8:30 AM 7:00pm Mass Choir Choir Room MOBC St. Marks Baptist Church 4596 Factory Mills Rd. Maidens, VA Pastor/Ushers/ Voices of 2:30 PM 23 & Holy 10:00 AM 11 MOBC in Bethany Baptist Church Bethany Church Rd., Montpelier, VA Pastor/Ushers/ Voices of Commitment/Congregation Prayer & 7:30 8:00 PM 18 Revival - Greenwood Baptist Church Greenwood Church Road Ashland, VA Pastor/Chosen Generation/Ushers/Congregation 24 6:30 pm Christian Educa. Room 137 New Members Class & Sunday 8:30 AM 31 Family & Friends 10:00 AM Fellowship, Cookout & Fun Time 12 Noon 4:00 PM Morning Prayer Prayer & Praise CYM Adult Bible study Young Adult New Members Class 13 6:30pm Adult Haiti Mission Volunteers Room137 MOBC in Revival at Anointed New Life Baptist Church 1616 E. Parham Rd. Henrico, VA 8 Pastor/ Chosen 7:00 PM :00pm Deacons Ministry Room 140 Greeters & Ushers Workshop MP Building 8:30am 12:30pm Wedding Contracted Event 4:00 PM 7:00pm SFTJ Women s Ministry Room 138 7:00pm Men of Impact Choir Choir Room 19 6:00 am 6:30 pm 6:00 pm Morning Prayer Prayer & Praise Hope Biblical Coun. CYM Bible Study Bible study New Members Class 20 6:30pm Missions Ministry-Room :00pm Official Board Meeting MP Building :00am 150th Anniversary Committee MP Building 1& 7:30 PM 25 Noon Day Bible Study 7:00pm Mass Choir Choir Room :00 am 6:30 pm :00 am Morning Prayer 6:30 pm Prayer & Praise CYM Bible Study Bible study Young Adult Bible New Members Class 29 9:00am Olive Branches Ushers Sanctuary

5 Mount Olive Baptist Church Reverend Darryl G. Thompson, Pastor will host a Community Career Fair sponsored by the Civic Ministry in collaboration with the When: Thursday, October 1, 2015 Where: Mount Olive Baptist Church Multipurpose Building 8775 Mt. Olive Avenue Glen Allen, VA Time: 10:00 a.m. 2:00 p.m. Employers Do you need qualified, willing, and able workers to fill your job needs? Job Seekers Are you looking for a career in sales, retail, IT, or the hospitality industry, to name a few? Do you want part-time, full time, or seasonal work? Then bring your resume and a valid ID to interview with area employers. For more information: Sis. Fecelia Ample parking is available.

6 RECRUITMENT ANNOUNCEMENT PART-TIME FOOD SERVICE DIRECTOR (POSITION OPENED UNTIL FILLED) Mount Olive Baptist Church is seeking a part-time (15-20 hours per week) Food Service Director. The individual will be responsible for managing food service operations for the church and for assisting with catered contracted events. Responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following: Oversee the operations of the kitchen and banquet hall; Serve as Master Chef; Plan menus and purchase food; Prepare and serve food; Purchase kitchen supplies and small appliances as needed; Maintain equipment and train users of the equipment on an as needed basis; Ensure that the dining area and kitchen including utensils are cleaned on same day as event; Ensure safety standards, food storage, and sanitation procedures are followed; Recruit volunteers and train as needed; Oversee food service staff and volunteers, i.e. cooks, food preparers, kitchen assistants, servers; Maintain records including food production, inventory, meal counts, purchases, equipment, supplies, etc. Assist, as needed, with tours of the banquet facilities; Prepare and manage the food service budget; and Provide monthly food service reports to Director of Administration and Operations and food service reports for the Official Board on an as needed basis. The preferred candidate will have food service, master chef, culinary or related experience, two (2) years of college and five (5) years of previous work experience. Public speaking experience computer skills (Word, Excel, and specialized software) and people management skills are a must. The incumbent will be required to complete Food Service Management Certification at The University of Richmond School of Professional and Continuing Studies. The recommended certification level is professional. A Criminal History Background Check is required. Applicants may pick up an application from the church office and mail it to 8775 Mount Olive Avenue, Glen Allen, VA You may submit a resume in lieu of an application to secretary@mobcva.org or fax it to (804) Please direct all questions to Ms. Billie C. Winzor, Personnel Ministry Chairperson, at (804)

7 MIME INSTRUCTOR Mt. Olive Baptist Church is seeking an experienced Praise Dance and Mime Instructor. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: overseeing and teaching of praise dance and mime routines for women and/or girls appropriate for worship; coordinating and assisting dancers at performances; prepare ministry participants to minister through mime; maintain monthly rehearsal schedule; serve as the liaison between the dancers and Music Ministry and serve as a member of the dance ministry leadership team. Minimum qualifications/requirements: knowledge of dance/choreography; spiritual maturity; and excellent communication, interpersonal and leadership skills. Preferred candidate will have 2-3 years of experience. Position is opened until filled. Applications may be sent to the following: Mount Olive Baptist Church 8775 Mt. Olive Avenue Glen Allen, Virginia Or ed to: secretary@mobcva.org Or fax to: (804) For more information, please call (804)

8 Part-Time hours per week Salary Commensurate with Experience Mount Olive Baptist Church is seeking a part-time Custodian during the evening hours and on weekends (day hours required periodically). Duties include but are not limited to: opening and/or closing church buildings in accordance with scheduled activities and or events, keeping the church buildings and grounds clean; emptying trash, dusting furniture in building, thoroughly cleaning restrooms; cleaning up after church-sponsored and/or rental events; checking and cleaning baptistery after baptisms and as needed; replacing light bulbs; setting up classrooms, banquet hall, and other areas for events; cleaning and disinfecting drinking fountains. Preferred candidate must possess previous custodian and sexton experience as well as experience in operating a floor buffer. A Criminal History Background Check is required. This position will remain opened until filled. Applicants may pick up an application from the church office or submit a resume in lieu of an application to: Mount Olive Baptist Church, 8775 Mt. Olive Avenue, Glen Allen, Virginia The address is Secretary@mobcva.org, and the fax number is (804) For more information, please call (804)

9 M O B C Spiritual and Academic Enrichment Program Who: Elementary, Middle and High School Youth What: Assistance and academic Support for school based instruction and Bible Study Where: Mount Olive Baptist Church When: Each Wednesday Time: 6:30 PM 8:00 PM We need volunteers to assist with: * Administration * Class Room Teachers and Assistants * Academics Teaching Material will be provided * Hall Monitors * Bible Study Lessons will be provided * Transportation Assistants Help us empower our youth to ensure their academic Success! Snacks will be served. For More Information contact Dr. Robin Apparicio, Rev. Evans or Rev. Simmons. From the National Summer Learning Association: To succeed in school and life, children and young adults need ongoing opportunities to learn and practice essential skills. This is especially true during the summer months. Many Americans have a wonderful image of summer as a carefree, happy time when "kids can be kids, and take for granted the prospect of enriching experiences such as summer camps, time with family, and trips to museums, parks, and libraries. Unfortunately, some youth face anything but idyllic summer months. When the school doors close, many children struggle to access educational opportunities, as well as basic needs such as healthy meals and adequate adult supervision. Did You Know? All young people experience learning losses when they do not engage in educational activities during the summer. Research spanning 100 years shows that students typically score lower on standardized tests at the end of summer vacation than they do on the same tests at the beginning of the summer (White, 1906; Heyns, 1978; Entwisle & Alexander 1992; Cooper, 1996; Downey et al, 2004). Most students lose about two months of grade level equivalency in mathematical computation skills over the summer months. Low-income students also lose more than two months in reading achievement, despite the fact that their middle-class peers make slight gains (Cooper, 1996). More than half of the achievement gap between lower- and higher-income youth can be explained by unequal access to summer learning opportunities. As a result, low-income youth are less likely to graduate from high school or enter college (Alexander et al, 2007). Children lose more than academic knowledge over the summer. Most children particularly children at high risk of obesity gain weight more rapidly when they are out of school during summer break Von Hippel et al, 2007). Parents consistently cite summer as the most difficult time to ensure that their children have productive things to do (Duffett et al, 2004).

10 1. Age Targeted Teaching: Where else can your kids get Biblical instruction that's focused toward their developmental abilities? 2. Friends: In Sunday School, your child will build positive friendships with their peers by discovering God's Word together. 3. It's Fun: Sunday School is not Disney Land, but our teachers do work hard to teach the Bible in ways that are relevant and fun for kids. 4. Spiritual Mentors: A dedicated teacher can be a Christian role model who supports you and helps inspire the faith of your child. 5. Systematic Bible Learning: Our curriculum is designed to give a broad foundation, so children will understand how all the parts of Scripture point to Christ. 6. Praying Teachers: Our teachers consistently pray for your child's faith to grow. Coming to Sunday School gives another occasion for God to answer those requests. 7. Big Reward For a Small Investment: If you're already coming to church, just come a little earlier or stay a little later. 8. Send the Right Message: Making Sunday School a priority shows your kids that God's Word really does matter. 9. Adult Bible Fellowship: While the children enjoy their class, you can fellowship with other adults in your own Bible study group. 10. Proverbs 22:6 (NKJV): Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it.