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1 THE CAPSTONE E -NEWSL ETTER SHI LOH BAPTIST CHURC H NEW SITE as This could be anyone who might benefit from it, such as those interested in a product. May 2017 Edition 2017 Spring Revival 1-2 Junior Missionary 3-4 Micah Ministry: The Furniture Bank Graduate Program 6 Annual Usher Day 7 Community News 8 Christian Education Ministry 9 Church Picnic 10 Soapbox Derby 2017 Preparation 11 VBS Volunteers Needed 12 Save the Dates 13 Celebrating May Birthdays 14 A Christian Mother Poem 15 Ouffffghhhhh Pastor Parrish & Pastor Barnes The Shiloh New Site 2017 Spring Revival services were held on April 17 th through April 19 th. The guest speaker was Pastor Luther A. Barnes, the Pastor of Restoration Worship Center in Rocky Mount, North Carolina. Luther Barnes is the son of the late Bishop F. C. Barnes and the late Willie Mae Barnes. He is a native of Rocky Mount, North Carolina. Pastor Barnes motto is "With God, all things are possible". The Revival theme was The True Vine (1 John 15:1-5) The nightly sermon topics were: Monday, April 17 th Scripture Luke 9 - Will You Follow Christ? Tuesday, April 18 th Scripture Matthew 15:21-28 The Advantage of Being Persistent Wednesday, April 19 th Scripture: Mark 8:22 A Second Touch

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3 Junior Missionary The Junior Missionary attended the Mattaponi Baptist Association of Virginia One Day Session on April 8, It was held at the Fredericksburg Bible Institute and Seminary. The children's sessions were titled "Social Media Pros and Cons" and "Letting Your Light Shine". There was also a panel discussion on "Bridging the Gap Between Racism and Diversity". Min. Donna Rhaney was one of the panel guest. It was an awesome day of fellowship, growth and learning.

4 Junior Missionary Cont. The Junior Missionary held their quarterly meeting on Saturday, April 29th to prepare gifts for presentation on Mother's Day. 5 th Sunday Worship Services The Junior Missionary took charge of the 5th Sunday worship April 30th. Tyvion Banks was the worship leader. Alex Njie lead the responsive reading, Aleyah Coleman, Ta'Kiyah Banks, and Charlotte Holland gave the welcome. Isaiah Cato did the offertory prayer. The spoken word was given by Minister Catherine Smith, her topic was "We are the light of the world". The Mass Choir did an excellent job of lifting our spirit singing the songs of Zion. Thanks to all for a wonderful service.

5 Micah Ministry Introducing: "The Furniture Bank" Local congregations are developing a system to receive donated furniture and household items and distribute them to those who need it. In partnership with other local service organizations, Micah has secured a 2550 sq. ft. warehouse for storage and started putting together some volunteer teams to help with the collection and distribution. The Details... What you need to know about getting involved To let us know you have items to donate: + CALL OR COMPLETE THE ONLINE FORM CLASS OF 2017 Pick-ups are available primarily on Saturdays, but drop offs directly at the warehouse may also be arranged through the above contact. COMMUNITY GRADUATE To volunteer as RECOGNITION a group or an individual: AND BACCALAUREATE Make SERVICE a financial Saturday, May 20, comes 2017, with new 2PM expenses + or call Lori Yelverton; 540/ The first pickups are scheduled for April 22 and 29. We are looking for groups that are willing shelves) so every little bit SHILOH BAPTIST CHURCH, helps. NEW SITE to be available at least once a month. You do not have to have a truck to participate, but someone on the team must have access to one (this can include renting a U-haul--ask us for 525 PRINCESS ANNE STREET FREDERICKSBURG, VA details). Our guest speaker will be Dr. John B. Gordon To make III, a donation: Director of Administrative + Click the donate button above or visit Services for the Fredericksburg City Micah's website directly. Public + Mail Schools. a check to P.O. Box 3277 Fredericksburg, VA Special thanks to Compassion Restoration, the churches of Fredericksburg and Stafford Schools for helping this project come to fruition. HOW YOU CAN HELP: Develop a volunteer pickup and delivery team OR just offer your self (and hopefully your truck) to be a part of an existing team. Offer your organizational skills. Help is needed each week in the warehouse to organize, sort and distribute donated items contribution. This endeavor (rent, truck rental, storage Get your Spring cleaning done and let us know if you have items to donate. MOST NEEDED ITEMS: Beds (frame, headboard/foot board and gently used mattresses) Dressers Sofa, Loveseat or Chair Dining room tables and chairs End tables and lamps For additional information contact: Dea. Douglas

6 CLASS OF 2017 COMMUNITY GRADUATE RECOGNITION AND BACCALAUREATE SERVICE Saturday, May 20, 2017, 2PM SHILOH BAPTIST CHURCH, NEW SITE 525 PRINCESS ANNE STREET FREDERICKSBURG, VA Our guest speaker will be Dr. John B. Gordon III, Director of Administrative Services for the Fredericksburg City Public Schools. Music will be rendered by the Fredericksburg Gospel Fest Choir under the direction of Mrs. Elaine B. Ramos.

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8 Community News

9 Christian Education Ministry From the Library Suggestions for Your May Reading

10 Annual Sunday School Picnic You are cordially invited to the Annual Sunday School Picnic Date: Saturday, June 17, 2017 Location: Loriella Park Leavells Road Fredericksburg, VA Time: 12:00pm- 5:00pm

11 2017 Soapbox Derby This year is the 21 th Anniversary of the Fredericksburg Soapbox Derby. The Soapbox Derby is a great opportunity for families to bond, create, and spend quality time together. From building the car together to having the family support on race day, this family centered event is bound to bring parents/guardians and children closer together. Team Shiloh New Site is preparing for the Soapbox Derby Race which will be held on Saturday, June 17, We have three drivers representing Shiloh Baptist Church New Site. Our 2017 Soap Box Derby Drivers will be Aleyah Coleman, daughter of Bro. Greg and Sis. Angela Coleman; Isaiah Cato, son of Bro. Wayne and Sis. Lisa Cato; and Shyreece Brown, grandson of Dr. Audrey Preston-Soto.

12 VBS Volunteers Needed We are still looking for volunteers for Vacation Bible School (VBS). The dates for this year's session are June 26-30, Your participation last year was greatly appreciated and we are hoping you can volunteer again this year. There are several vacant positions. The theme for the 2017 VBS is Galactic Starveyors. The motto is: Discovering the God of the Universe. The Scripture is Colossians 1:15-16 Current Vacant VBS Team Member Positions: Teachers Babies Preschool (under five) Kindergarten (just finished kindergarten) Grades 1 & 2 (just completed) Grades 3 & 4 (just completed) Grades 5 & 6 (just completed) Grades 7-12 (Girls) (just completed) Grades 7-12 (Boys) (just completed) Adults - need at least 3 teachers/preferably 5 Music Leaders Arts and Crafts Leaders Drama Ministry participants (promotional advertising/opening/closing ceremony) Culinary Arts team Recreation Leaders Registration team Photographers First Aid team Decorating team Balloon launch team If anyone is interested and willing to assist, please me at Carolyn.Oglesby@gmail.com for call/text Formal registration forms are available online via the SBCNS website

13 Save the Dates Every Wednesday at Shiloh Baptist Church New Site: o 6:30 P.M. 7:00 P.M. Prayer and Praise o 7:00 P.M. 7:25 P.M. Worship Service o 7:30 P.M. 8:25 P.M. Bible Study Classes Sunday school will now start at 9:00 A.M. and end at 10:00 A.M. All Youth and Young Adult Acknowledgements will now be read on 3 rd Sundays. Forms will continue to be sent out via and also be available on the information rack. The Justice Ministry will host a community meeting on Healthcare: How Changes to the Law May Affect You on May 23, 7:30pm. Point of Contact: Angela B. Coleman, Communications Ministry *All completed articles and photos for the next edition of the CAPSTONE E-Newsletter are due by Tuesday, May 30, Please your articles, photos, and inquiries to: colemanab04@gmail.com.

14 Celebrating May Birthdays Donnell Ashton - 5/10 Christiana Bailey - 5/10 Tyvihon Banks - 5/11 Denise Bennett - 5/5 LeAndre Bennett II - 5/3 Kisha Britt - 5/25 Rebecca Brown - 5/8 Dea. Wilbur Brown, Sr. - 5/13 Amari Byrd - 5/13 Alia Carmichael - 5/8 Ian Chapman 5/22 Gregory Coleman - 5/12 Hubert Cox - 5/3 E Shun Davis 5/31 Richard Davis - 5/23 David Frasier - 5/31 Virginia Fulgham - 5/12 Dwayne Green - 5/13 Dea. Vernon Elric Green - 5/3 Christopher Griffin - 5/29 Johnie Hamilton - 5/10 AnnYoz Hamm - 5/10 Verlean Harley - 5/23 Amanda Herbert - 5/13 Loretta Holzendorf - 5/28 Danielle Ingram - 5/10 Bernadette Johnson 5/6 Sandra Holland King - 5/30 Felicia Minichini - 5/22 Zack Moore - 5/28 Daisy Samuels Moorer - 5/5 Destinee Moragne - 5/29 Barbara Morton - 5/13 Christopher Nelson - 5/21 Sabrina Chambers O Neal 5/9 Tyteiona Reynolds 5/15 Jean Robinson - 5/1 Marie Rollins - 5/10 Keirsten Sayles - 5/21 Larry Shields - 5/24 Caresse Spencer - 5/30 Thomas Truslow - 5/12 Jasmine Tyler - 5/3 Michael White - 5/28

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