ANNOUNCEMENTS July 9, 2017

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1 ANNOUNCEMENTS July 9, 2017 Rev. Dr. Emory Berry, Jr., Senior Pastor 3250 Rainbow Drive Decatur, GA (404) Office (404) Fax Social Ministries (404) Christian Academy Office (404) The Greenforest vision is to build a united Biblical community of loving relationships whose members daily and devoutly love, follow and model Christ, and respond properly to His Lordship through powerful worship.

2 ~ORDER OF WORSHIP SERVICES ~ Devotion (7:45am only) Corporate Prayer/P&W Cont d Praise & Worship (10:45am only) Offertory Prayer/Offering/Song Call To Worship (10:45am only) Sermonic Selection Welcome & Greetings Sermon Ministry Announcements Invitation to Discipleship Congregational Singing (P&W) Benediction/Postlude Nursery Care is provided at the ELC during Sunday Services for ages 0-4. JULY & AUGUST 2017 CALENDAR July 9 th One Great Day of Giving & High Attendance Sunday July st Black Church Week (Ridgecrest, NC) July 21 st Bowling Stars & Strikes (Stone Mountain, GA) July 22 nd Couple s Mini Retreat Dinner & Dance (Dunwoody, GA) July 30 th College Ministry Covered Prayer Revival (Cornerstone Room) August 2017 Family Month Fulfillment Hour Division Lesson Titles, July 9, 2017 Pre-School Division Paul Became a Missionary Acts 13 Children Division Paul Became a Missionary Acts 13 Youth Division A Fresh Start John 18:15-18,25-27; 21:15-19 Adult Division Our Companions in Pain" Job 2:3,7-13; Hebrews 4:15-16 ONE GREAT DAY OF GIVING GOAL: To receive $759,000 by July 9, ,200 members submit $600 above and beyond their normal tithes by July 9, 2017 to help pay for additional campus repairs and renovations (e.g. Genesis Room, bathrooms, parking lot, etc.). Today we have set a goal to collect $40,000 today. Thank you for your commitment to help us reach our One Great Day of Giving goal. To date, we have collected approximately $175,000 toward our goal. To God be the Glory!

3 Biography of Dr. Ralph D. West Dr. Ralph Douglas West serves as founder and senior pastor of The Church Without Walls (Brookhollow Baptist Church, Houston, Texas). He first preached as a sixteen year old in his native Houston. The church began with 32 members and now embraces thousands of families meeting in three locations and conducting six services each Sunday. Dr. West is affectionately known as PAS. Dr. West completed degrees at Bishop College, Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and Beeson Divinity School, where he received the Doctor of Ministry Degree. He serves as Adjunct Professor of Preaching at the George W. Truett Theological Seminary of Baylor University. He has an abiding commitment to the church and the academy, relating with equal ease to both venues and using his influence to mentor ministers in both locations. He speaks perennially at colleges, universities and seminaries across America as well as at Regent s Park College, Oxford University. Dr. West s preaching style includes careful explanation of Scripture combined with his signature ability to tell detailed, credible and indelible stories from contemporary life that enrich the sermon and relates to the congregation. He also makes penetrating and specific application of the text to his people. He does all of this while maintaining the vibrant preaching tradition of church and culture in an atmosphere of celebration. Pas is a leader beyond his own church and serves on boards, agencies, trusteeships and committees at local, state and national levels. He is constantly in demand by fellow ministers for counsel and wisdom. On top of this, he pastors a very large church as if it were a much smaller church, standing with people in exceptional times of crisis. As one astute observer remarked, He is unselfish with his time and utterly without self-regard, available and compassionate towards his people. Through publications, television and the internet his messages are available across the world and are witnessed by thousands beyond his church each week. A perpetually demanded conference speaker, he has spoken multiple times at conferences such as the Hampton Institute, the largest gathering to hear preaching each year. From the pulpit to the lectern he is sought for his preaching gift. Although Pas can boast of a number of degrees, honors and associations, those who sit under his preaching would most aptly describe his attitude using Paul s words in 1 Corinthians 2:1. When I came to you, brothers, I did not come with eloquence or superior wisdom as I proclaimed to you the testimony about God. For I resolved to know nothing while I was with you except Jesus Christ and him crucified. I came to you in weakness and fear, and with much trembling. My message and my preaching were not with wise and persuasive words, but with a demonstration of the Spirit s power, so that your faith might not rest on men s wisdom, but on God s power. 1 Corinthians 2:1-5

4 World Vision Ministry Experience The Experience Ends Today Stop By Before 3pm The World Vision Experience exhibit continues through today in the Greenforest parking lot. This FREE event opens to the public. This is an experience for our community to learn more about living Matthew 25, "The Least of These".

5 CHRISTIAN EDUCATION UPDATE COLLEGE CREDIT HUB 7:00 8:45 PM (NOBTS COURSE DATE CORRECTIONS) Bldg. II, Rm. #105Biblical Ministry Course: PMUS1159: Counseling Church Members ; Aug. 1 Sept. 19, 2017; (Tuesdays); *Biblical Teaching Course-- BUIS1151: The Life of Christ ; Aug. 2 Sept. 20, 2017 (New Certificate Cycle: JOIN THE GRADUATION CLASS OF 2019 Enroll today!! Tuition: $100 + $25 Reg.) (Wednesdays) Fulfillment Hour Processional: MONDAY, June 10, 6:45 PM. FH classes, dust off your class banners, don your apparel as we prepare to participate in this timehonored tradition of Praise and Worship before the Lord. Pray for a mighty move of God as we give Him every praise!!! (See Rev. Ash regarding availability & Tee Shirt cost) July 17 21, 2017, Ridgecrest, SC: One room remains available. If, interested, call (404) today. All confirmed conferencees, please submit populated form and payment (checks/money orders payable to Greenforest Community Baptist Church) NLT July 9, Bus transportion available on first-come-first-serve basis. (Dea. James Chester & Rev. Al Hollie are presenting during the 2017 Conference) It is time again for our 2017 Back-To-School Supply Drive at the Forest! We are intentional to undergird our students with fervent prayer for their safety, success, and to equip them with needed resources. Drop off your school supply donations at the church office Monday 10:00 am 4:00 pm daily; Saturday 9:00 am 5:00 pm & Sunday, 7:45 am - 2:00 pm. Visit the Greenforest website for the list of school supplies by grade level or see signage posted around the campus. Contact phone: ; diann.ash@greenforest.org. Collection dates: Sunday, July 9 thru Thursday, August 31, Attention all Pre-School, Children and Youth Divisions! We will observe our annual fall Fulfillment Hour Move-Up on Sunday, August 13, Please prepare your students and parents for this exciting transition.

6 BIRTHDAY & ANNIVERSARY ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS If you wish to have your Birthday or Anniversary acknowledged, please submit the request to by 4:00pm on Wednesday (prior to the Sunday you wish to have it announced). If it is not received by then, it will be acknowledged the following Sunday. BULLETIN & OTHER COMMUNICATIONS VENUE ANNOUNCEMENTS: Please be sure to submit ALL announcements to no later than 4:00pm on Wednesday (2 WEEKS PRIOR to the Sunday you wish to have it announced). Announcements sent to any other address will miss being placed in the weekly bulletin. GREENFOREST ipraise YOUTH MINISTRY ipraise Sundays Teen Worship service is held every Sunday except the 3 rd Sunday at 10:45am. Midweek Bible Study is held on Wednesdays at 7:30pm. Man-UP Mentorship: Parents, if you are in need for a mentor for your teen, please sign up for the Man Up mentor program by visiting the Greenforest Events section of the website. The next Ascension Gavel Club meeting will be Wednesday, July 26 th. Attention: High School Students. Join us at FUGECAMPS July st. To register, please visit: Join us for Stars & Strikes 1741 Mountain Industral Blvd. Stone Mountian, GA Friday, July 21, 6pm $15.50 pp - 2hr game & shoes RSVP & Payment due by Friday, July 7,

7 GREENFOREST! We are inviting you to open a FREE ACCOUNT to an exciting new video library that s essentially the "Netflix of Video Bible Studies" called Right Now Media. With this resource, you will have instant access to thousands of great videos for kids, youth, parents, married couples and more. These videos can be viewed from your phone, tablet or computer. And, can be seen in a group setting through your computer, smart phone, the RightNow app, Roku and new Apple TV. There are over 18,000 videos from some great teachers. You should have received an official " invitation" to give you FREE access to this library. Also, this has been offered to members through the weekly What s Happening at the Forest eblast. You re welcome to share this offer with your family and friends! Thanks and Enjoy! 2017 The Year of GROWTH 2017 Tithes and Offerings Report 2017 Tithes and Offerings Contributing Families 2016 Tithes and Offerings Contributing Families Jan - Mar $915,595 $857,471 April $296, $265, May $324, $300, June $282, $247, Total $1,819,083 $1,671,148 Malachi 3:10 KJV- Bring ye all the tithes into the storehouse, that there may be meat in mine house, and prove me now herewith, saith the LORD of hosts, if I will not open you the windows of heaven, and pour you out a blessing, that [there shall] not [be room] enough [to receive it]. ~Stewardship Ministry

8 For students entering Kindergarten through 8th Grade And 3 and 4 year olds Hours: 6:30am 6:30pm Begins: Monday, June 5, 2017 Ends: Friday, July 28, 2017 Enrollment/Registration Fee: $210 per child (Fee includes a $ non-refundable registration fee and a $ deposit which will be applied to the first weekly payment. (Fees include a T-Shirt) Weekly Fee: $ Cash or Money Order / No Checks Daily Devotional, Math, Reading, & Language Arts African-American Studies, Junior Achievement Softball, Soccer, Basketball, Outside Play Field Trips, Recreational Swimming, Arts & Crafts *Lunch and snack are available at no additional cost (If your child has food allergies, parents will have to provide lunch) The Young Marrieds Fulfillment Hour class will be hosting a short reception immediately following the second service in the Cornerstone Room on Sunday, July 9 th. The class will host the Aboriginal Family from Australia. For more information, please contact Genie McGee at (404) or geniemcgee@gmail.com. Greenforest Community Baptist Church Job Opportunities: Position: Facilities Manager The Facilities Manager is a full-time, Exempt position, flexible work schedule reporting to the Executive Pastor (Administration). Position: HVAC and Controls Technician The HVAC and Controls Technician is a part-time, Non-Exempt position, flexible work schedule reporting to the Facilities Manager/Executive Pastor (Administration). How to apply: See Church Office and Bulletin Board for full Job Description. For consideration, submit your Resume no later than July 14, 2017 to HR@greenforest.org or apply at

9 FAMILIES EXPERIENCING RECENT BEREAVEMENT: The family of Sis. Frances Rhetta who was funeralized at Greenforest on Saturday, July 8 th. FAMILIES EXPERIENCING RECENT HOSPITALIZATION OR ILLNESS: Sis. Ruth Fuller, DeKalb Medical, 2701 N Decatur Road, Decatur Bro. Malik Golar (AS) Children s Health Care of Atlanta TEXT 2 GIVE is as easy as 1, 2, 3: (1) Just text GREENFOREST to 73256; (2) (2) Click on the link that is returned (3) Follow the Prompts A Thank You Expression was received from: Rev. Rhonda Hicks and Sis. Melody Jackson Members are requested to not bring or eat food or drinks in the Sanctuary. Help us keep our Sanctuary free from food spills and particles, which are soiling our pew seats and carpet. Thank you for adhering to this request. Your Greenforest Trustees Please Note: If you are on campus and have an emergency, please call the 24-hour security number at (404) Feed the Homeless: The following Deacon Family Ministries are scheduled to serve on Saturday, July 15 th at 8:30am: Deacons Herb Hillman & Melvin McCowan.

10 Sermon Notes July 9, 2017 Dr. Ralph D. West, Guest Revivalist Subject: Text: Key Thoughts: