The Year of Fruitfulness

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1 2012 Theme The Year of Fruitfulness August 19, 2012 Galatians 5:22 23 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self control. Against such things there is no law. MOBC Core Values 1. Radical Hospitality 2. Passionate Worship 3. Intentional Faith Development 4. Risk Taking Mission & Service 5. Extravagant Generosity AUGUST 2012 MINISTRY MEETINGS Mon. 20 Family & Friends 6:00 PM F & F Skit Rehearsal MP 6:30 PM Tue. 21 Male Ushers 7:00 PM Wednesday, August 22nd Revival Jerusalem Baptist Church Short Cut Road, Doswell, VA Pastor/Choir/Ushers/Congregation Prayer & 7:00 7:30 PM Thu. 23 Missions 6:30 PM Men s Bible Study Choir 7:00 PM SEPTEMBER 2012 MINISTRY MEETINGS September 3, 2012 Church Office and Buildings Closed in Observance of 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 Mt. 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. From the Pastor's Desk The summer heat is upon us, but the mercy and grace of God are more than sufficient to see us through. Be sure to join us each Sunday as we learn about the promises of God. Remember, this summer we are standing on the promises of God! Be blessed and don't forget that God is worthy of the praise. Church School & New Members 8:30 10:0 AM Love, Pastor Thompson Wed. 05 Senior Ministry Conf. Room Thu. 06 Pastoral Relations 6:00 PM Hospitality Ministry Room 6:00 PM Building & Church Office close between 5:00 pm 6:00 pm Monday thru Friday. Next Sunday is Family & Friends Sunday. Come ready to enjoy an afternoon of fellowship, food and fun immediately after till 5:00 PM.

2 MOBC FAITH DEVELOPMENT!! General Theme For This Quarter: PENTECOST May 27 August 25, 2012 (The pulpit attire is red) 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. GOD CALLS FOR JUSTICE: Old Testament Survey This quarter s study offers an Old Testament survey following the theme of justice in the early church. This quarter also offers insight into God s ongoing relationship with Israel and all the people He created. DAILY BIBLE READING * MONDAY: The Lord Is My Shepherd Psalm 23 * TUESDAY: I Will Be with You Genesis 28:10 17 * WEDNESDAY: God Will Be with You Genesis 48:17 21 * THURSDAY: I AM Has Sent Me Exodus 3:9 15 * FRIDAY: I Am with You Haggai 1:7 14 * SATURDAY: I Am with You Always Matthew 28:16 20 * SUNDAY: I Am Your God Ezekiel 34:23 31 HOW TO ACCEPT JESUS CHRIST INTO YOUR HEART 2 We hope that you will join us as we are focusing on: UNIT #3 JUSTICE PROMISED These last four passages examine some of the Old Testament texts that prophesy God s coming judgments. The first is from Psalm 146. The remaining lessons are from the Major Prophets: Isaiah, Jeremiah, and Ezekiel. THIS WEEK S LESSON: GOD PROMISED A RIGHTEOUS BRANCH Jeremiah 23:1 6; 33:14 18 The prophet expresses the hope that a king will be raised up, one who will bear the name The LORD is our righteousness (23:6,ESV). NEXT WEEK S LESSON: August 26, 2012 GOD PROMISED TO BE WITH US Ezekiel 34:23 31 The kings of Israel and Judah were self serving and neglected the needs of the people. The results of the shepherds neglect is that the sheep are scattered and unprotected. In this lesson, we learn about God restoring order and justice. Sermon Highlights: August 12, 2012 Sermon Title: Too Good To Be True Scriptural Text: John 14:25 31 Main Idea: Jesus promises us the gift of peace. When the circumstances of life cause you to believe that this promise seems too good to be true, there are three things to do: Points: (1) Approach the promise with faith. (2) Affirm it through testimony. (3) Apprehend it with thanksgiving towards God. For the full message order a CD or DVD of the service from the Media Ministry. CDs $5.00; Double CDs $7.00 ; VHS $15.00; DVDs $12.00 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 someone else what Jesus has done in your life!

3 Sept. 19 Homecoming Celebration 10:00 AM Rev. Dr. C. Dexter Wise, III Faith Ministries Interdenominational Church Columbus, OH 8:30 AM Church School & New Members Class Aug. 26 MOBC COMMUNITY NEWS!! Upcoming Events Family and Friends Day Theme: We Are Family Ephesians 1:4 5 Fellowship, Cookout & Fun Time 12:00 5:00 PM Get Ready! Get Ready! Sunday, September 9, :00 a.m. Preacher: Rev. Wendell A. Johnson, Pastor Jerusalem Baptist Church, Norfolk, VA 11:00 a.m. Preacher: Rev. Justin D. House, Pastor Evergreen Baptist Church, Palmyra, VA 9:30 a.m. Church School & New Members Class Dear Mount Olive Family & Pastor Thompson: Thank you all so much for all of your support as I prepare for college at Christopher Newport University. You all have truly blessed me, and I am thankful that I have such a thoughtful church family. Thanks again and God bless. Sis. Nicole Debnam I would like to thank Pastor Thompson, the Ordination Council, Officers, the Associate Ministers, and members of Mt Olive for a blessed ordination service. Special thanks to the Music Ministry, Media Ministry, Praise dancers, Mime Ministry, Hospitality Ministry, Ushers and all who contributed in their own way to make this day so special for me and my family. I am still getting calls exclaiming the excellence of the worship experience. May God continue to bless each of you. Continue to keep me in your prayers as I go about ministering to the sick and dying as a Hospice Chaplain. Rev. Dru Roane, Chaplain To Pastor Thompson and my Mt. Olive Baptist Church Family: Thank you for your prayers, cards and calls extended to me in the recent passing of my uncle. God bless you all. Sis. Carolyn Taylor To Mt. Olive Baptist Church: Thank you so much for helping us fight hunger and enhance the lives of thousands of our most vulnerable neighbors with your gift to the Central Virginia Food Bank. Again, thank you so much for helping us provide hope for a better future for our hungry neighbors. Gratefully yours, Gayle Hunter Haglund, Chief Philanthropy Officer, Feed More 3 September 10 12, :00 PM Nightly 6:45 PM Prayer & Praise Mon. Night Rev. Emanuel C. Harris, Pastor Jerusalem Baptist Church, Richmond, VA Tue. Night Rev. Dr. Gregory M. Howard, Pastor Union Branch Baptist Church, Chesterfield, VA Wed. Night Rev. Dr. Marlon A. Haskell, Pastor Chicago Avenue Baptist Church, Richmond, VA Join us for three incredible evenings of praise, prayer, and preaching! 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 Walter Baskerville Doris Harris Hazel Morse Alice Mitchell Muriel Coleman Sandra Moore Dorothy Robinson Alma Tarry Frank Threatts, Jr. Bernard Williams Bernice Winston Betty Jo Williams LAST CHANCE TO CONTRIBUTE NEEDED ITEMS FOR HAITI! Deadline for placing items in the Haiti Container is September 2nd. We need: vitamins for adults and children, aspirin, antacids, band aids, socks and deodorant for men, gently used neckties. LINE DANCING CLASSES (6 weeks) Registration will begin on Sunday, August 19, 2012 and will end on Sunday, September 2, Registration is on a first come, firstserve basis, and payment is due in full at the time of registration. Place: MOBC MP Building Cost: $30 for one class or $50 for both classes CASUAL DRESS SUNDAYS 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. To help us determine what is/is not appropriate, please use the following guidelines when selecting appropriate casual dress: Choose clothing that is comfortable, yet communicates a positive message, casual does not mean sloppy, avoid clothing that is too revealing or tight fitting. Scripture Reference: Whether therefore ye eat, or drink or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God. (1Corinthians 10:31)

4 August 2012 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 Wednesday Night & Holy Communion Prayer & 6:45 7:00 PM 2 6:00 pm Hospitality Min. 6:30 pm Thanksgiving Day Committee Room Blood Pressure Screening Ordination Service Rev. Dru 3:00 PM 6 6:15 pm Nominating Min. 7 7:00 pm WFC Min. 8 Voter Education Forum Sponsored by Civic Ministry Forum MP 6:30 PM Wedding 1:30 PM 12 Church School & New Members am 13 6:00 pm Congregational Care Ministry :00 am Morning Prayer 6:30 pm Prayer & Praise 7:00 pm CYM Bible Study 7:00 pm Bible study 16 6:00 pm Haiti Volunteers Room 138 7:00 pm Deacons Min. Room Contractual Events MP 4:00 PM 7:00 pm New Members Class 19 Church School & New Members am 20 6:00 pm Family & Friends Committee 6:30 pm Skit Rehearsal 21 7:00 pm Male Ushers Sanctuary 7:30 pm MOI Choir St. Mark Baptist Church 22 Revival MOBC at Jerusalem Baptist Church Doswell, VA Pastor/Choir/Ushers/ Cong. Prayer & 7:00PM 7:30 PM 23 6:30 pm Missions Min. 7:00 pm Men s Bible Study Choir Room 6:30 pm Skit Rehearsal 24 6:30pm Skit Dress Rehearsal Family & Friends Day Fellowship, Cookout & Fun Time 12 Noon 5:00 PM :00 am Morning Prayer 6:30 pm Prayer & Praise 7:00 pm CYM Bible Study 7:00 pm Bible study 7:00 pm New Members Class 30 31

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