Morning Worship Services 8:00 AM & 11:00 AM

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1 Committed to His Will, His Way, and His Word January 21, The Spirit of the LORD is upon Me, Because He has anointed Me To preach the gospel to the poor; He has sent Me to heal the brokenhearted, To proclaim liberty to the captives And recovery of sight to the blind, To set at liberty those who are oppressed; 19 To proclaim the acceptable year of the LORD. Luke 4:18-19 (NKJV) 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 1. Radical Hospitality 2. Passionate Worship 3. Intentional Faith Development 4. Risk-Taking Mission & Service 5. Extravagant Generosity JANUARY 2018 MINISTRY MEETINGS Mon. 22 Deaconess Ministry Room 6:30 PM Wed. 24 Hope Biblical Counseling Room 6:00 PM Fri. 26 WFC Women s Ministry Teleconference 6:00 PM (641) Code Marriage Enrichment Ministry Choir 7:00 PM Mon. 29 Christian Education Ministry Room 6:30 PM FEBRUARY 2018 MINISTRY MEETINGS Mon. 05 Girl Scouts All 6:00 PM Tue. 06 Trustee Ministry Room 7:00 PM Wed. 07 Senior Ministry Conf. 10:00 AM Thu. 08 Pastoral Relations Room 6:30 PM WFC Women s Ministry Teleconference 6:00 PM (641) Code Mon. 12 Deaconess Ministry Room 6:00 PM Congregational Care Ministry Room 6:30 PM 2018 Theme:: The Year Of Romans 8: Sunday School & New Members Class 9:30 AM Tuesday: Noon Day Prayer 28 And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose. 29 For whom He foreknew, He also predestined to be conformed to the image of His Son, that He might be the firstborn among many brethren. Morning Worship Services 8:00 AM & 11:00 AM Monday, January 22nd Quarterly Church Meeting MP 7:00 PM Agenda Item: One Service Recommendation Vote Wednesday: 6:00 a.m. Early Morning Prayer 6:30 p.m. Prayer & Praise 7:00 p.m. Prayer 7:00 p.m. CYM Bible Study 7:00 p.m. New Members Class

2 Main Point: 1) The year of transition comes with help. MOBC COMMUNITY NEWS!! The Christian Season of Epiphany January 6 February 13, 2018 The Pulpit Attire is Green The color for Epiphany is GREEN. The color GREEN stands for life and growth. The color of the table cloth on the Communion table and podium are changed to GREEN to indicate the season. The pulpit dress is changed according to the season of the Christian Calendar. Look for further information on the Christian Calendar and pulpit dress colors in the near future. Theme For This Quarter: FAITH IN ACTION The study this quarter explores the twofold nature of faith as belief and action. Selections from Acts show various examples of proclaiming faith in Christ. In the book of Daniel, we see faith in action as sincere, obedient, bold, and strong. The lessons from several epistles show how our actions both as individuals and as communities demonstrate our faith in Christ. UNIT 2 A LIVING FAITH IN GOD This section has four lessons exploring faith in action from the book of Daniel. These lessons provide models for ways to actively engage in behaviors that demonstrate sincerity, obedience, boldness, and strength of faith. NEXT WEEK S LESSON: January 28, 2018 A Strong Faith Daniel 10:10-19 Sometimes circumstances of life cause us to feel like we can t go on. Where can we find strength to do so? Daniel found strength in prayer and from the angel sent by God to encourage him and answer his prayer. * MONDAY: A Vision Sends Jacob to Egypt Genesis: 46:1-7 * TUESDAY: Joshua, Be Strong and Courageous Joshua 1:1-9 * WEDNESDAY: Ezekiel Called to Speak to Israel Ezekiel 1:26-2:7 * THURSDAY: Paul Called to Macedonia in a Vision Acts 16:6-10 * FRIDAY: Daniel Sees a Vision Daniel 10:1-9 * SATURDAY: Time of the End Daniel 12:8-13 * SUNDAY: Be Strong and Courageous Daniel 10:10-19 Sermon Highlights: January 14, 2018 Title: Help Us Holy Spirit Text: John 14:1-6, Main Idea: We need the Holy Spirit to help us. During this year of transition as a church family we need to say help us Holy Spirit. The good news is: 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 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! Heavenly Father, I now understand my need to have my sins forgiven. I also realize that only Jesus because of His sacrifice on the cross can forgive my sin. I put my faith and trust in Jesus today. Please forgive me and become the Lord of my life. MOBC Bible Institute The Bible Institute is now in session. Class will meet every Wednesday evening from 6:30 PM 8:00 PM in the MP Building, Classroom #1. Please join us for a verse by verse study of First Corinthians, the epistle to the 21st century. How can we live a life that honors Christ in a society that has rejected Judeo-Christian values? What is Christian love? What happens when we die? We will explore these questions and many more as we study this very important letter. Please join us and be informed, be inspired and be truly blessed. Instructor: Sis. Marilyn E. Coates 2

3 3 MOBC COMMUNITY NEWS!! Jan. 28 Unity Worship & Communion Service 10:00 AM Feb. 4 Feb. 4 Feb. 11 THE 61STANNUAL Wear Red Sunday Heart Disease Awareness Sunday School/Breakfast with the Pastor Marriage Enrichment Ministry Sunday and WFC Women s Ministry Heart Sunday Feb. 14 Ash Wednesday Worship Service 7:00 PM Feb. 18 Annual Blood Drive Sponsored by HealthCare Ministry Feb. 19 Feb 23 Presidents Day Church Office & Buildings Closed Black History & Soul Food Night MP 6 :00 PM Inviting ALL the men of MOBC to attend the NATIONAL MEN S CONFERENCE APRIL 13-14, 2018 First Baptist Church of Glenarden 600 Watkins Park Drive Upper Marlboro, MD Registration Fee $70.00 $ onsite day of conference For more information and registration visit INTERCESSORY PRAYER Sick & Shut-ins Behold, I am the LORD, the God of all flesh. Is there anything too hard for Me? VIRGINIA UNION UNIVERSITY Samuel DeWitt Proctor School of Theology Food Service Person PART-TIME POSITION WITH NO BENEFITS ON CALL (AS NEEDED) Individual will be responsible for prepping, cooking, and serving food. This position reports directly to the Food Service Manager. In the absence of the Food Service Manager, this position will report to the Church Administrator. For more information, please contact Martha Styles, Church Administrator at (804) COMMUNITY FOOD GIVEAWAY SCHEDULE WEDNESDAY 11:00 AM 11:30 AM SATURDAY 12:00 PM 12:30 PM Zip Codes: 23227, 23228, & Breakfast & USDA households Food Distribution February 20, 2018 Free to All MOBC Members! William Barber Valerie Eldridge Mildred Hardy John Harris, Jr. Alma Tarry Violet Watson Marion Evans 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 Mount Olive Baptist Church 8775 Mt. Olive Avenue Glen Allen, VA Est Phone: (804) Fax: (804) Church Website: Directory Rev. Darryl G. Thompson, Pastor (804) (C) (Pastor) - pastorthompson@mobcva.org Church Administrator: Mrs. Martha Styles Churchadm@mobcva.org Administrative Assistant: Rev. Allison D. Roldán (Office ) - Secretary@mobcva.org Director of Music & Arts: Mr. John Price Musicdir@mobcva.org Director of Christian Ed.: Rev. Deborah A. Simmons ChristianEd@mobcva.org On Call January 2018 Deacon on Call Joseph Starks James Isler Deaconess on Call Brenda Baskfield Daphne Johnson Trustee on Call Eric Smith Betty Barrett Bereavement Support on Call Rev. Dru Roane VIEW MOUNT OLIVE WEEKLY ANNOUNCEMENTS ON THE WEB Financial Secretary: Ms. Jacqueline Crittendon Finance@mobcva.org Go to: Custodian (Evening): Mr. Cornelius Coy (804) Office Hours: Monday - Friday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Pastor s Appointment Hours: Monday - 2:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Tuesday - 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. ANNOUNCEMENTS DEADLINE: 8:00 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 11:00 a.m. Sunday Early Morning Worship Sunday School New Members Class Morning Worship 2nd & 3rd Sunday s Children s Church during the 11:00 am Worship Service. Associate Minister on Call Rev. Ruth Frazier Minister of Children/Youth: Rev. Kelly A. Evans Youthmin@mobcva.org Custodian (Day): Mr. Gerald Anderson (804) Schedule of Service and Classes for the week of 1/21/2018 Then click on Weekly Nursery open for children 3 months to age 6 during the 11:00 am Worship Service. Rehearsal Schedule Wednesday, January 24th Judah 5:00 PM Thursday, January 25th Voices of 6:30 PM Olive Branches & Youth Choir Sunday, Jan. 12:30 PM Monday, January 29th Chosen 7:00 PM Tuesday, January 30th Male 6:30 PM Praise Dance January 23rd & January 6:00 PM Deadline for bulletin and media information is 12:30 p.m. each Wednesday. Please information to: Secretary@mobcva.org or call the church office at (804) Enter His Gates with Thanksgiving and His Courts with Praise. Thanks and appreciation have been expressed by: * Enter to Worship * Focus on God s Glory * Connect with the Spirit of God * Welcome God s Presence * Meditate on God s Word * Invite God into your life today *Honor God with the fruit of your lips. Sis. Delores Harvey Sis. Destiny Baskfield All thank you acknowledgements are posted on the bulletin board outside of the church office. Psalm 100:4 Please Reverence the House of God: Let all things be done decently and in order. 1 Corinthians 14:40 Please refrain from eating, drinking and talking on cell phones in the sanctuary.

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6 FASTING and PRAYER Wednesday, January 24, :00 AM to 7:00 PM 1. Fasting is more than mere self-denial or abstinence, but it does involve both. It is abstinence with a spiritual goal in mind. Fasting is abstinence from anything that hinders our communion with God. 2. Fasting usually involves setting aside food. However, you can also fast from activities such as watching television or surfing the Internet. The idea is to devote the time we would ordinarily spend on these activities to prayer and waiting before the Lord. 3. Fasting is about sacrificing that which gratifies the flesh in order to make an investment in that which builds up the spirit. 4. Fasting disciplines our spirits toward the things of the Father. When the time came for Jesus to seek direction concerning His ministry, He spent time fasting and praying. Though Christ was closer to God than anyone on earth, He still found it necessary to go this extra mile. 5. Fasting does not impress God with our spirituality to the point that He ignores our sin. On the contrary, genuine fasting will always cause us to examine our hearts to make sure everything is right with Him.

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9 7 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.