Annual Family & Friends Weekend and. Super Sunday Worship Celebration. Church School & New Members 8:30 AM. The Year of Liberation

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1 2011 Theme The Year of Liberation 2 Corinthians 3:17 September 18, 2011 VIEW MOUNT OLIVE WEEKLY ANNOUNCEMENTS ON THE WEB Go to Then click on Weekly Bulletin MOUNT OLIVE ON YOUTUBE To view the latest videos type in: DQ&feature=player_embedded#! Featured Videos: Family & Friends - Family Reunion Phase II Multi-Purpose Building Easter Production - Play Easter Production - Praise Dance Church History Presentation Pastor Thompson s Sermon God is Trying To tell US Something 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 Praise God for bringing us through the summer season. As we move into the fall season it is a good time to seek God for renewal and revival. I encourage you to realize that if we depend on God for everything we can endure anything. Love, Pastor Thompson SEPTEMBER 2011 MINISTRY MEETINGS Mon. 19 Leadership Council Meeting MP 7:00 PM Deaconess Ministry Room 6:00 PM Nominating Ministry Room 6:15 PM Tues. 20 Evangelism Ministry Room 6:30 PM Haiti Volunteers Room 6:30 PM Greeters Ministry Room 6:30 PM Men of Impact Ministry 7:30 PM Music Ministry Meeting Choir 7:00 PM Wed. 21 Bible Institute OT Survey Part II MP 6:30 PM Thur. 22 Missions Ministry Room 6:30 PM Official Board Training Room 7:00 PM Mon. 26 Christian Education Meeting Room 6:30 PM Children & Youth Ministry Room 7:00 PM Tues. 27 Evangelism Ministry Room 6:30 PM Historical Ministry Room 7:00PM Annual Family & Friends Weekend and Super Sunday Worship Celebration 10:00 AM Worship Service Preacher: Rev. Darryl G. Thompson, Pastor Church School & New Members 8:30 AM

2 KINGDOMTIED August 28 November 26 (The pulpit attire is Green) 2 We are in the season of KINGDOMTIDE, the color of KINGDOMTIDE is GREEN. The color GREEN symbolizes growth. The cloths on the Communion table and podium are changed to coincide with each season of the Christian calendar. KINGDOMTIDE runs from August 24 until Advent. KINGDOMTIDE is the newest of the seasons, dating no farther back than the late 1930 s. KINGDOMTIDE gives place for due attention to the eternal presence of Christ and His Kingship with the parallel emphasis upon our stewardship. Its emphasis on the kingship of Christ and His kingdom, challenges us in our daily lives and in every area of our existence. General Theme For This Quarter: The study of this quarter is a survey of Old Testament wisdom literature, as well as an examination of Jesus teachings on wisdom. We hope that you will join us as we are focusing on: TEACHING AND LEARNING As is characteristic of wisdom literature, these books make little reference to covenant or religious life. Instead, they are focused on human wisdom and transmit lessons learned from experience and tradition. They are the words of a teacher to a student, or a parent to a child, words of wisdom passed on from one generation to another. The first five lessons draw on the wisdom collected by the writers of Proverbs. The next two lessons consider the wisdom of Ecclesiastes. The final lesson comes from the Song of Solomon. THIS WEEK S TRADITION AND WISDOM TEACHING VALUES Proverbs 15:21 33 UNIT #1 The author offers advice that contains wise and godly principles for living, which helps strengthen one s trust in God. Heeding and practicing the advice offered in Proverbs lead to positive outcomes. NEXT WEEK S: September 25, 2011 WISDOM AND DISCERNMENT Proverbs 25:1 10 In this lesson, the proverbs of Solomon were collected by Kind Hezekiah. While they originally meant to help those who dealt with a king, these verses have positive applications for a wide variety of relationships. They offer wisdom on values such as humility, honesty, discretion, and respect. SEPTEMBER*OCTOBER NOVEMBER 2011 CLASSES FOR EVERYONE!! CLASSES FROM KINDERGARTEN TO SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL ADULTS ALL AGES WELCOME DAILY BIBLE READING * MONDAY: The Creator s Hiddenness Isaiah 45:9 17 * TUESDAY: Asking for Wisdom 1 Kings 3:5 14 * WEDNESDAY: Humbly Seeking God 2 Chronicles 7:12 18 * THURSDAY: Words Fitly Spoken Proverbs 25:11 15 * FRIDAY: Wisdom with Neighbors Proverbs 25:16 20 * SATURDAY: The Wisdom of Self Control Proverbs 25:21 28 * SUNDAY: Wisdom and Government Proverbs 25:1 10 Sermon Highlights: September 11, 2011 Sermon Title: The Weapon Formed Against You Scriptural Text: Isaiah 54:16 17 Main Idea: How do you deal with the weapon that is formed against you? You deal with it: Points: (1) through information and not ignorance (2) by focusing on the benefits and not the battle (3) knowing that God has the last word 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

3 3 Oct. 02 Oct. 09 Oct. 17 Oct. 30 2nd Mt. Zion Baptist Church Hanover, Virginia Ushers 3:00 PM MOBC Missions Day 8:00 AM & 11:00 AM Church Meeting MP 7:00 PM MOBC Ushers Day 10:00 AM New Member s Fellowship MP 12:15 PM Test Your Biblical Knowledge of the history of Israel Moses led the people out of Egypt, who led the people into the Promised Land? Who was the former harlot noted for her faithfulness in the New Testament book of Hebrews? What period in Israel's history is described as a time where there was no king and "all the people did what was right in their own eyes"? Who was a prophet, priest and the last judge of Israel? What spoiled prince divided the kingdom of Israel? For the answer to these questions and more register today. Join us for Part II Old Testament History Books Class. Christian Education Sunday September 25, 2011 An unshakeable foundation for the church USHER S MINISTRY TRIP TO LANCASTER, PA Join the Mt. Olive Baptist Church Ushers Ministry on a trip to Lancaster, Pennsylvania on Saturday, April 21, 2012 to see the Biblical Story Jonah and dine at Millers Restaurant. The cost is $ Please make check payable to Mt. Olive Baptist Church. For more information, please contact members of the Usher s Ministry of Fecelia Starks at (804) MUSIC MINISTRY "I am the vine, you are the branches. He who abides in Me, and I in him, bears much fruit: for without Me you can do nothing." John 15:5 A mandatory meeting is scheduled for all members of the Music Ministry on Tuesday, September 7:00 PM. Please make every effort to attend this meeting. Thur. 22 P/W Team 6:15 PM Voices of 7:00 PM The church s Educational Ministry offers opportunities for cultivating fruitfulness in the life of each person. It is a time for all church ministries to refresh and renew their commitment and faithfulness to the tasks which God has called them. This enables them to be spiritually refreshed and more productive in the work of kingdom building. Pastor Thompson, Officers, Members, and my entire Mount Olive Baptist Church family: Words can not express my appreciation for all your acts of kindness during the Home Going of my father. Thank you for your prayers, calls, text messages, s, cards, kind words of sympathy, and your presence at the funeral. We are truly blessed to know that we are so deeply loved. May God continue to shine upon you. Sis. Shelia & Bro. Orrie Crews and the family of the late Henry Lewis Hart

4 MOBC Mt. Olive Baptist Church Going Green THE earth is the Lord s, and the fullness thereof; the world, and they that dwell therein. Psalm 24:1 Go Green with Jesus by participating in our Community Service Recycling Project. Members are encouraged to bring any of the items listed below and place them in the red recycle bin at the rear of our church. All of the proceeds will be donated to the Capital Fund Campaign (CFC). Absolutely, no boxes or cardboard of any kind or food related paper cups, wrappers/napkins etc.. Newspapers Paper Back Books JCPenney & Macy Catalogs Magazines Hard Back Books Phone Books Junk Mail Shredded Paper Any Catalogs Don t forget your TELEPHONE BOOKS! MOBC Bible Institute Do you know your Biblical (or Bible) history foundation? Join the MOBC Bible Institute as we study together the twelve history books of the Old Testament. These books cover the life of the nation from their possession of the land down to the two deportations and loss of the land because of unbelief and disobedience. Registration Information Biblical Studies Old Testament History Books 10 weeks First class, Wednesday, September 21, :30pm 8:30pm Instructor Marilyn Coats MS Word Part I 5 weeks First class, Thursday, October 6 6:30pm 8:30pm Instructor Brandon Britt MS Word Part II 5 weeks First class, Wednesday, October 5, 1:00pm 3:00pm Instructor Fecelia Starts Class Registration Information Biblical Studies, Old Testament History Books $10.00 MS Word Part I and II $ The Lloyd E. Jackson, Jr. Library/Bookstore Please stop by our Library/Bookstore to purchase gifts for the entire family. We have youth Bibles, Scripture cups and mugs, journals, books, bookmarks, bracelets, key chains, birthday cards encouragement cards, and more. Sisters Network Central Virginia, Inc. 7th Annual Gift For Life Block Walk We have another opportunity to show we care! Sister Lillie Lewis would like our support in the Sisters Network Block Walk. How can we support: o Support by signing her patrons list with a donation o Support by planning to walk, donating $15 each if group of 10 or more; or $20 individual receive a T shirt. The walk will take place on Saturday, September 24, :00 a.m. 2:00 p.m. PLACE: WALK HEADQUARTERS: The Hobson Lodge 801 Robinview Drive, Richmond, VA You may call Sisters Network Office (804) or Lillie (804) to let her know how you plan to show your support. Checks can be mailed to Sisters Network Central, VA, Inc., P. O. Box 26442, Richmond, VA Health Ministry sponsoring and doing blood pressure. Frank Thornton s Constituent Meeting Topics: Alzheimer s Disease Defined - What Your Family Should Know; and How the Henrico Education Foundation Benefits Our Community Date: Monday, September 19, 2011 Time: 6:30 PM Contact: Where: Eastern Government Center, 3820 Nine Mile Road Extended Family Scholarship Ministry Going away from home for a while???? We want to stay in touch with you! The Extended Family Ministry provides a spiritual link for members who are temporarily unable to be in attendance at worship services or have direct contact with their Mt. Olive Church Family due to educational, occupational, military obligations or health related issues. If you are one of those persons or know of a member whom you would like to refer, please provide us with contact information so we can keep in touch. Contact information forms are available on the table in the Administration Lobby area. After completing the form, please place it in the Extended Family Ministry mailbox in the church office.

5 MOBC HOW TO ACCEPT JESUS CHRIST INTO YOUR HEART September is Christian Education Month 5 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! In celebrating Christian Education Month, Mt. Olive Baptist Church, Church School would like to welcome you back to Church School. Church School is a place of enlightenment where the people of God teach and learn the Word so that they may grow and be rooted in their faith. Unlike the corporate worship experience, it is an environment where questions can be asked and concepts can be immediately explained. Therefore, we encourage you to participate in Church School. It will promote kingdom knowledge and glorification. The fun, joy, and blessings of gaining and sharing acquired knowledge will be the fruit of your efforts. Welcome back to Church School! ATTENTION MOUNT OLIVE, WE HAVE GROWN! TO WHOM MUCH IS GIVEN, MUCH IS EXPECTED (LUKE 12:48) The Lord has blessed us with an abundance of youth in need of care and nurturing during worship and Bible Study. THE YOUTH MINISTRY IS IN NEED OF THE FOLLOWING: SUNDAY 11AM NURSERY ATTENDANTS: We will train you to attend to the children age1 5 during the worship service once per month. You will not be alone. Other Nursery workers will assist you. Please see Rev. Kelly or Adrienne Westbrook if you can assist. WEDNESDAY BIBLE STUDY YOUTH WORKERS: We will train you to assist in conducting age appropriate Bible Study lessons, including contemporary non traditional presentations to assist youth in applying The Word to their every day life. Youth Bible Study meets most Wednesdays at 7 8pm. You can select which Wednesday per month you would like to teach. Please see Rev. Kelly or Carolyn Debnam if you can assist. You did not choose me but I chose you and appointed you to go and bear fruit; fruit that will last. John 15:16 Church School Teachers Needed! Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it. Proverbs. 22:6 Can you commit to one hour on Sunday Mornings? If you can, Church School is in need of three teachers to teach our Primary and Junior students. First timers, as well as seasoned teachers will appreciate the user friendly teacher guide that makes teaching fun and easy. Therefore, if you have taught or have a desire to teach and help train up a child the way of the Lord, please contact Rev. Smith at Photography Ministry We need your help to capture the good works of MOBC on film! your ministry is planning a church event you are a new MOBC member you are interested in joining the team Please contact Sis. Diane Taylor [ ] or Bro. Jerry Williams [ ] IF

6 MOBC PANTRY New Schedule It s free to All! Evangelism Ministry 6 for our community breads, vegetables, and desserts giveaway. Food items may be picked up every Tuesday and Wednesday in the MP Building from 11:00am to 12:00pm, and on Sunday after the 8:00am & 11:00am worship services in the Youth Center Room. You don t have to be a member of Mt. Olive for this give Seniors Ages 60 Plus Free food boxes will be distributed to seniors every third Wednesday from 11:00 to 12:00 pm. The Evangelism Outreach Ministry need volunteers to help with the pickup of food for distribution. Food is being picked up on Tuesday to Sunday. Your help is appreciated if you can lend a helping hand on any of those days. Please see Rev. Frazier for the times of the pick ups. I n t e r c e s s o r y P r a y e r C o r n e r Month of September Meekness Humbleness Father I thank you that meekness is not a sign of insignificance or inferiority, but it s love s humility. I humble myself and submit to your Word that speaks, exposes, sifts, and analyzes the very thoughts and purpose of my heart. As an act of faith, I adorn myself with humility and receive your grace. I humble myself under your mighty hand Lord, because I know you will exalt me in due time. Help me not to think more highly of myself than I ought because with pride comes shames. I renounce pride and arrogance, because you hate a proud look, but You give grace to the humble, therefore; I clothe myself with humility. Lord revive the spirit of meekness within me that I may inherit the earth. Let my humility and reverence to you bring wealth and honor and life. In Jesus Name. Sick & Shut ins Alice Mitchell Bernard Williams Bernice Winston Betty Jo Williams Doris Harris Frank Threatts, Jr Hazel Morse Penny Marshall Walter Baskerville DETACH HERE Behold, I am the LORD, the God of all flesh. Is there anything too hard for Me? Date of Request: Jeremiah 32:27 INTERCESSORY PRAYER REQUEST FORM Place in Intercessory Prayer box or Mail Request to: Reverend Darryl Thompson, Pastor Mt. Olive Baptist Church, 8775 Mt. Olive Ave., Glen Allen, VA Prayer Request:

7 MT. OLIVE BUSINESS OWNERS AUTHOR Billie Winzor ( A Passion For Possibilities ) (804) LET S WORK TOGETHER TO SUPPORT EACH OTHER. INSURANCE 7 BARBER / STYLIST Kenneth Barney (Genesis) (804) ext.100 Wanda Warren (Absolute Elegance Hair Salon) (804) or Wraps, roller sets, short sassy cuts, braids, color, weaves, ponytails, updo s & jeri curls Andrew Crumpton (Andrew s Precise Cutz) (804) Master Barber/Stylist Over 30 Years of Experience 2534 N. Lombardy St., Richmond CERTIFIED NURSES ASSISTANT Gloria Goodall (804) Can assist you with daily care for the elders or youth in your home CLEANING SERVICES Ronald J. Jones (Jones Cleaning Service) mrronjones@comcast.net Commercial Janitorial Services, carpet cleaning, floor re finishing COMMUNITY SERVICES Interfaith Services of Henrico (ISH) (804) Emergency financial assistance to County residents henricocares.org CONSULTANT Racquel Dozier (Party Lite & Two Sisters Gourmet Consultant) (804) Host a show or fundraiser Pamela Henderson (Arisen Sun Productions) (804) Let s ASP Plan an Event for U pamellahenderson@yahoo.com Andre Greene (Farmers Insurance Group) Auto*Home*Life*Business agreene@farmersagent.com Willie J. Crudup, Jr. (Insurance Agent) Bankers Life & Casualty Co.; willie.crudup@bankers.com LAWN CARE Lee Pritchett Lee s Lawn Care LEGAL SERVICES Charles Tiggle, Sr., Preventive Legal Plans & Identify Theft Protection (804) REALTORS Ann Lawson (US Realty) Harold Lawson (US Realty) Jacquelin Braxton Jones (US Realty) OR ext. 232 jjones@usrealty va.com Louis N. Westbrook (Long & Foster) OR Wanda Center (Action Referral) wanda@richmondhomes.net Charles Anderson (US Realty, Inc.) (804) ext. 234 or ; candersonusrealty@yahoo.com COSMETICS & MORE Erika Nixon (Personal Makeup Stylist) ; makeupondemand@comcast.net RENTALS Tony & Juanita Lawrence (Lawrence Rentals) or Tent rentals, tables & chairs for all occasions. jasmynjes@comcast.net ENTERTAINMENT Steve R. Smith, Jr. (South Richmond Entertainment) (804) Videography*Photography*Light DJ Entertainment FINANCIAL Willie J. Crudup, Jr. (United 1st Financial) (804) Mable Williams (StoneyForce Mortgage) (804) DeShay White, CPA (Individual Tax Preparation & Booking) (804) ; deshay.d.white@jpmchase.com GRAPHIC DESIGN & PRINTING SERVICES Kenyada Jones (Dynamic Design & Print, LLC) Kenyada.jones@ddpdesigns.net LU Richards (804) Lurichards@msn.com Printing on T Shirts, Aprons, Tote Bags, & More HEALTH AND WELLNESS Sheila Garris Wallace, MD Richmond Primary Care (804) Forest Avenue, Suite 201, Richmond, VA Harriet H. Gilchrist, ME, (804) hgilchrist.freelife.com; hgilchrist.myprofitbuilder.com RETAIL Sandra Chandler & Alice Clark (Ladies Shoes) or After Nine Shoe Store (Sizes 6 to 16) Lynette Parker (E4U Especially For You ) (804) Handcrafted Fashion Jewelry: necklaces, bracelets, earrings Ronesha Allen (804) Costume Jewelry PC REPAIR and TECHNICAL SUPPORT Racquel Dozier (804) E mail: contactpowerproductions@gmail.com TRAVEL Anthony & Robyn Winston rwinston01@comcast.net Motorcoach Charters SpiritToursCoach.com Mrs. Joyner, Travel Agent (Chocolate Princess Travel) chocolateprincesstravel@gmail.com

8 Events 2011 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat September is Christian Education Month 1 Hospitality Ministry Rm 7:00 pm LABOR DAY Church Office Closed 6 Noon Day Bible Study Evangelism Ministry Room 6:30 pm Trustee Ministry Room 7:00 pm 7 6:00 am Morning Prayer 10:00 am Senior Min. 6:30 pm Children & Youth Bible Study 6:30 pm Prayer & Praise 7:00 pm Bible study 7:00 pm New Members 8 Pastoral Relations Rm 6:00 pm Marriage Ministry Rm 6:00 pm 9 10 Ladies Ushers 9:00 am 11 HOMECOMING Worship 10:00 am Church School & New Members 8:30 am Rev. Marcus Martin, Pastor New Bridge Baptist Church, Richmond, VA Prayer & 6:45 PM Fellowship, food, fun & games 11:00 am 18 FAMILY & FRIENDS Worship 10:00 am Church School & New Members 8:30 am Baby Dedication 19 Deaconess Ministry Rm 6:30pm Leadership Council MP 7:00 pm 20 Noon Day Bible Study Evangelism Ministry Rm 6:30 pm Haiti Volunteers Rm 6:30 pm Greeters Ministry Rm :00 pm Men of Impact Min. 7:00 pm 21 6:00 am Morning Prayer 10:00 am Senior Min. 6:30 pm Children & Youth Bible Study 6:30 pm Prayer & Praise 7:00 pm Bible study 7:00 pm New Members 22 Missions Ministry Room 6:30 pm 23 Autumn Begins Holy Communion Worship Services 8:00 am & 11:00 am Church School & New Members Class 9:30 am Statewide Christian Education Sunday 26 Christian Education Rm 6:30 pm Children & Youth Min Rm 7:00 pm 27 Noon Day Bible Study Evangelism Ministry Rm 6:30 pm Historical Ministry Rm 7:00 pm Male Ushers 7:00 pm 28 6:00 am Morning Prayer 6:30 pm Children & Youth Bible Study 6:30 m Prayer & Praise 7:00 pm Bible study 7:00 pm New Members 29 30

9 ADOPTION WORKS BUT WHEN THE TIME HAD FULLY COME, God sent His Son, born of women, born under the law, so that we might receive adoption as sons. And, because you are sons, God has sent the spirit of His Son into our hearts, crying Abba! Father! Galatians 4:4 6(RSV) Meet Ahmond Age 11 Ahmond is a delightful young man. He really enjoys any type of sporting activity including basketball, football, baseball and riding his bike. He also enjoys his karate classes and very much looks forward to attending twice per week. Ahmond is extremely neat and loves to have his things in his bedroom to be in the exact order in which he left them. This young man is a dresser. He likes to be in his Sunday best and have every thing matching. Ahmond has a great sense of humor and this can often be used to redirect him. He has a few fears; he is very much afraid of pets, water especially swimming and strangers. It takes a great deal of time to get to know this young man but he will warm your heart forever. Many, many families just like yours have opened their hearts and their homes to children who need to be Adopted. If you are interested in Ahmond or other waiting children who have been featured monthly in the Announcements, please call Va One Church One Child at (804) or Deaconess Dorothy Robinson at (804)