Temple MONTHLY NEWSLETTER OF SOLOMON S TEMPLE CHURCH JULY 2012 VOLUME 4, ISSUE 7 News True Freedom In Jesus Christ The Israelites were so accustomed to their slavery that they didn t want their lives disrupted despite the fact that freedom was at hand. Resigned to this miserable life, they utterly failed to apprehend or appreciate the freedom that was soon approaching. Yes, there was a temporary price: increased hardship and great pressure would set the stage for their final deliverance. The same can happen to us. It has often been said "The darkest night is just before the dawn" Don't let yourself remain accustomed to any form of bondage seek and believe for the freedom that God has given us through His Son. Expect a life of great victory over sin and demonic oppression Why? Because that is His promise to us! Even if you are on the right track, you will get run over if you just sit there. - Will Rogers Dr. K. D. Shivers, Pastor and Min. E. R. Shivers, Leading Lady
July Kingdom Schedule Scripture and Welcome 07/01 Bro Donald Watkins (Luke 22:14-20) Sis Linda Jordan (welcome) 07/08 Arieana Parker (Psalms 89:15-18) Imania Gray-Davis (welcome) 07/15 Sis Patrica Payne (I John 2:1-5) Sis Melissa Turner (welcome) 07/22 MIT Bertram Blackwell(Philip. 4:10-15) Bro. Ray Holmes (welcome) 07/29 Bro Allen Clark (Ephesians 6:10-13) Sis Ella Ford (welcome) July Door Opener Bro Michael Green Worship Leader Schedule 07/01 Min. William Robinson 07/08 Sis Bianca Robinson 07/15 Min. Karen Lee 07/22 Elder Margaret Thomas 07/29 Elder Sarah Hatton Servant Leader Schedule 07/01 Sis Shirley Haskins 07/08 Sis Lucy Watkins 07/15 Sis Wendy Green 07/22 Sis Evelyn Moton 07/29 Sis Phyllis Duck Children Fellowship Sis Latoya Diggs Hour of Power No Hour of Power for July July Teacher s Schedule July Teacher s Schedule (The date in parenthesis is the Sunday date of the lessons to be taught on Tuesday) Adult Teachers NO CID Sessions for the months of July and August Beginners/Intermediate Teacher Teenager Teacher If you would like an explanation of the lesson, check it out on our newly designed website at www.solomons-templechurch.org Busy, Busy, Busy Daniel 6:10 Now when Daniel knew that the writing was signed, he went into his house; and his windows being open in his chamber toward Jerusalem, he kneeled upon his knees three times a day, and prayed, and gave thanks before his God, as he did aforetime. Let's consider Daniel for a moment. Here is one of the great rulers of the Persian Empire, in charge of the King's affairs and of the affairs of the entire government. Now if anyone is really busy it's Daniel! But in spite of all this, he makes it a point to set himself apart from the world and pray three times a day. This really got me. I mean, how busy are we really? And what are we really doing? It's like this. If we are neglecting the important things of God, we're simply doing more than God intended! Let's keep our priorities in order! Let's be a people of prayer, a people who seeks His Face and spends time with Him daily! There's so much work to be done!
Points to Ponder A helping word to one in trouble is often like a switch on a railroad track an inch between wreck and smooth, rolling prosperity. - Henry Beecher Discernment is God's call to intercession, never to faultfinding- Corrie Boom Encouragement is awesome. It (can) actually change the course of another person's day, week, or life. - Chuck Swindoll The reason why many fail in battle is because they wait until the hour of battle. The reason why others succeed is because they have gained their victory on their knees long before the battle came. Anticipate your battles; fight them on your knees before temptation comes, and you will always have victory. - R. A. Torrey Nasheena Roberts Thurs., 07/05 Brent Wrenn Fri., 07/06 Mattie Turner Tues., 07/10 Kinston Shivers Tues., 07/10 Pastor Shivers Sat., 07/14 Wanda Clarke Sat., 07/14 Crystal Spruill Sun., 07/15 Mercedi Brown Wed., 07/18 Latisha Robertson Thur., 07/19 Deloris Shivers Sat., 07/21 Vernell Wrenn Thur., 07/26 Vernessa Black Fri., 07/27 Linda Jordan Sat., 07/28 William Bailey Sun., 07/29 Ida Shivers Tues., 07/31 July Birthdays If your birthday is missing from the list or incorrect, let the office know. Newsletter Submissions Do you know someone who is doing great things in the community, school, or church? Nominate them to be the Outstanding Disciple of the Month. This person can be a youth or an adult. Don t forget to recognize those celebrating an anniversary, graduation (from high school, college, or any other), or special occasion. We also want to know about those who have made the honor roll. Let s not forget baby announcements, bible humor, or recipes. If you have a story or idea that you would like to incorporate into the newsletter, forward the story to stsecretary@verizon.net or leave the idea on the secretary s desk.
Pastor Shivers! July 14 th, 2012 Make Pastor Shiver s birthday a special one he will always remember. Using a little creativity and innovation, you can celebrate his birthday in a way that he'll really appreciate. Pastor Shivers sacrifices and gives unconditionally to our church and celebrating his birthday is the perfect opportunity to give back to him what he freely gives on a daily basis. In this month of July, think of some creative ways to celebrate the ministry gift God has placed here at Solomon s Temple.
Fourth of July Find and circle all of the words that are hidden in the grid. The words may be hidden in any direction. BALLOONS BARBECUE BASEBALL CARNIVAL CELEBRATION DEMOCRACY FIREWORKS FLAG FREEDOM GREAT BRITAIN HISTORY HOLIDAY INDEPENDENCE NATIONAL ANTHEM PARADE PATRIOTISM PICNIC RED WHITE BLUE STREAMERS Congratulations to all of the 2012 Graduates! Also, Congratulations Marcus Gundy for making end of the year honor roll!!!
Up Coming Events July August Vacation Month September Back to School schedule of events 07/04 4 th Of July Independence Day 07/08 1:00pm Minister Edith Shivers will preach at Pinewood Heights Baptist Church. Praise Team and Praise Dancers are asked to serve 07/09 6:30 8:30pm Adult Praise dance practice 07/20 Youth Camping Outing Please see youth advisor for more information 07/27 7:00 8:00pm Hour of Power 07/29 Family and Friends Day at Nike Park. Meet us there at 8:30am to have our worship service. Following service, there will be fellowship and a cookout. 07/28 9:00 11:00am Youth Praise dance rehearsal October 12 th Church and Pastor Anniversary Jessica Smith On June 6 th, Jessica received the Suffolk Public Schools Outstanding Career and Technical Education New Teacher of the Year Award. This award is presented to one teacher each year in their 1-3rd years in the County who have been nominated by colleagues and students as displaying exemplary classroom performance. EXCELLENT JOB JESSICA!!!! NO C.I.D. Sessions for July and August
Happy 22 nd Anniversary Pastor and First Lady Shivers July 14 th, 2012
Crossword: New Testament Books Fill in the empty spaces with letters corresponding to the appropriate clues that are found just to the right of the Crossword grid.
1. 8. 15. Crystal Spruill 22. 29. Sunday 1:00pm Min Shivers will preach at Pinewood Heights Bapt. Church; Praise Team and Praise Dancers are asked to serve William Bailey Family & Friends Day 8:30am at Nike Park 2. 9. Adult Praise Dance rehearsal 16. 23. 30. Monday 3. 10. 17. 24. 31. Tuesday Mattie Turner Kinston Shivers Ida Shivers July 2012 4. 11. 18. Mercedi Brown 25. Wednesday 4 th of July Independence Day Notes: 5. 12. 19. Latisha Robertson 26. Thursday Nasheena Roberts Vernell Wrenn No CID Sessions for the month of July and August 6. 13. 20. Youth Camping Trip 27 Friday Brent Drew Vanessa Black Hour of Power 7. 14. 21 Deloris Shivers 28. Saturday Pastor Shivers Wanda Clark Linda Jordan Youth Praise Dance 9-11:00am