New Bethel Baptist Church Extended Bulletin 2018 Church Theme January 2018 Vol. 13 Issue 1 Transformed into His Image as We Serve for His Glory Theme Scripture: (2 Corinthians 3:18) NET Bible And we all, with unveiled faces reflecting the glory of the Lord, are being transformed into the same image from one degree of glory to another, which is from the Lord, who is the Spirit. Other Supporting Scriptures: (1 Peter 4:11) NET Bible Whoever speaks, let it be with God s words. Whoever serves, do so with the strength that God supplies, so that in everything God will be glorified through Jesus Christ. To him belong the glory and the power forever and ever. Amen. From The Pastor s Desk 2 New Bethel on the Move 3 January Birthdays 4 January Calendar 5 Wedding Anniversaries 6 Worship Through the Word 7 2018 Church Theme 8 2018 Church Budget 9 2018 Church Leaders 10 2018 Leadership Training 11 MLK Community Service 12 MLK Youth Day 13 MLK Breakfast 14 Youth On The Move 15 Pastoral Anniversary 16 Black History 17 Young Women s Fellowship 18 MVAC Annual Assembly 19 Interfaith Tea 20 Church Annual Dinner 21 NOBDA Luncheon 22
From the Pastor s Desk P A G E 2 A Happy, Blessed and Prosperous New Year to the New Bethel Family! We thank God for bringing all of us through the year 2017, allowing us to see a brand new year, and for the opportunity to serve Him in a greater way in 2018. Two years ago, our theme was Anointed and Appointed for A Kingdom Assignment, where we focused on the assignment that God has called each of us to do. Our theme for last year was Connected and Committed to Kingdom Ministry with God, based on I Corinthians 3:9a, John 5:17 and John 6:38, with the focus on us being connected to God and what He is doing in the world around us, and committed to the kingdom work He has assigned for us to do. This year our church theme builds upon our previous themes and takes us to the next level of ministry. The theme we have been led to present to t h e c h u r c h f o r 2 0 1 8 i s Transformed into His Image, As We Serve for His Glory. Scripture references include, II Corinthians 3:18 and I Peter 4:11 (NET). We want to focus our attention on God s work in us, as He transforms us into what He calls us to be, that we might accomplish what He calls us to do more effectively and for the right motive. God is doing a work in us that He might accomplish His work through us. According to Romans 8:29, He has ordained that each of us who belong to Him be conformed to the image of His Son, so that we might glorify Him as His Son Jesus did while He was here on this earth. God s desire concerning His children is for the world to see Jesus through us as we serve Him and fulfill our assignment from Him. We are to be the living manifestation of His presence today in the world around us. That s why God has to transform us from what we were and are, into the image of His Son, which is indeed, a lifelong process that He takes us through to develop Christ-like character within each of us. Our focus and goal this year as a church and as individual believers in His church, is to become more of a reflection of Him in our character as we serve to bring Him glory. In other words, we want Christ to be seen in 2018. As we begin the year 2018 we want to continue our focus on the Kingdom of God and renew our commitment to God and the ministry of His kingdom. Our task is still to discover what God is doing and then allow His Spirit to direct us in how we are to join Him in His work. The key phrases and focus for this year s theme as we continue to serve, however, are In His Image and For His Glory! We as members of Christ s body and His church here at New Bethel, want to experience and be able to see how God is transforming us for the work He s calling us to do. In addition, we want all that we do in ministry to be for the expressed purpose of glorifying Him. As we move forward into the year 2018, let us keep our theme ever before us in all that we do with God in His kingdom work. The New Year represents new opportunity and another chance to fulfill the call of God on our lives and for the ministry of His church. Each of us have been called by God and empowered by the Holy Spirit to engage ourselves in the area of ministry we ve been assigned by Him. Let us unite our hearts and minds under the banner of our church theme and commit ourselves to whatever process He takes us through to transform us for His glory. Leadership Training Our annual Leadership Training is scheduled for Saturday, January 13, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. for all General Officers, Deacons, Deaconess, Trustees, Ministry Heads, Associate Ministers, Administrative Staff and any other person who is in leadership or aspires to leadership. It is designed to update all leaders on new policies and procedures, communicate the vision as it relates to our goals and focus for ministry this year as well as establishing our leadership roles and responsibilities as they relate to the overall ministry of the church. See you there!
New Bethel On The Move Page 3 Saturday, December 2nd, the Eternally Your Ministry held its Christmas Fellowship at the Holiday Inn, Boardman. We had many special guests sharing with our group for the evening. Sis. Janis Jones provided festive holiday music. Saturday, December 9th, the Grief Ministry held a holiday memorial event to give support and encouragement to those who have lost loved ones. Sunday, December 10th, the Trustee Board held its annual Holiday Marketplace featuring various vendors, raffle items and food. Saturday, December 16th, Christmas on Hillman food giveaway was held. It was a blessing to be a blessing to others in need and to be able to share the love of Jesus with them. Sunday, December 17th, the Sunday School Christmas program was held. It was a wonderful celebration from our youth and adults alike. Sunday, December 24th, the CHAMPS Ministry held a Birthday for Jesus. Along with the cake, ice cream and food, lots of games were played and the children were able to make holiday crafts to take home. Tuesday, December 26th, the 1st night of Kwanzaa was held along with the Karamu Feast. What a wonderful cultural celebration!! Friday, December 29th, the Education Committee held College Night for the youth and young adults. It was a great way for the young people to unwind while on Christmas break. It also provided valuable information to the high school students present. KNOWLEDGE IS POWER!! Saturday, December 30th, we held the joint swearing in ceremony for the local newly elected officials; DeMaine Kitchen, Tito Brown and Sarah Brown Clark. Sunday, December 31st, we held our WatchNight Service to bring the new year in with worship and prayer. Afterwards, the Youth held their Chat & Chew breakfast fundraiser. 2018 Budget Proposal: $572,071 Every man according as he purposeth in his heart, so let him give; not grudgingly, or of necessity: for God loveth a cheerful giver. 2 Corinthians 9:7 Suggested Weekly Membership Contribution General Expense Building Fund Benevolent Fund Weekly Total All Adult Members $28.00 $14.00 $8.00 $ 50.00 52 Week Total per Member: $2600.00
Congratulations!!! We d love to welco me our new me mb e rs fellowshipped fo r the month o f December 2017 Shavona Davis Baptism P A G E 4 January 2018 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 Karen Williams Craig Smith Jr. Tammy McGee Janay Shaw 2 Bre Anna Larden Ronald Collins 3 Tanya Martin Mary Reynolds 4 Clarice Dowdy Andre Leonard 5 Debra Spencer 6 Faye Leonard 7 Pat Griswold Miller Brandon Abell 8 Michelle Hicks 9 Kendra Allen Keith Coleman Javonte Betts Frank Hill Jr. 10 Florence Seldon Cheimille Murphy 11 Thomas Young 12 Victoria Morris Jasmine Anderson 13 Kiana Brown Beauty Davis Celeste Pabellon 14 15 James Milton 16 Alice Baldwin Dorothy Williams 17 Derek Smith RoseMary Jackson Ronald Simmons Adrienne Crenshaw Destiny Mathews 18 19 Anthony Wilson Zakiya Miller Jarell Brown 20 Mylesia Cotton Catherine Williams Darrell Taylor Derrick Anderson Ty-Asia Singleton 21 22 Reuben Gordon Sr. Mildred Porter 23 Chris Thomas Tangy Valentin 24 Floyd Davis Lisa Brown Crystal Davis 25 Amos Walker Sr. Jessica Williams Jordan Moore 26 Rosalyn White Margaret Wright Brandon Collins 27 William Carter Brekasia Schroeder British Adams Ja Si Yah Betts 28 Tiffany Gordon Loretta Tutwiler Braylon Richardson Tiana Parker 29 Melanie Forest 30 Caleb Pete Brittany Rivers 31 Tramaine Williams Please note: These birthdays reflect the ones listed in our church membership software program. If your birthday is not listed or for corrections, please call the church office at (330) 747-2125.
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Page 6 This page is dedicated to all of the Married Couples in our congregation, both young and old! If you would like to have your anniversary celebrated, please submit a picture, the date of your wedding and years being celebrated to the church office. We will place in the Extended Bulletin monthly. Andrew & Barbara Lane January 28, 1960 58 years! Darryl & Leslie Hood January 7, 1989 29 years! Freddie & Faye Leonard January 6, 1996 22 years!
P A G E 7 Worship Through the Word Page 7 Date Service Speaker Theme Dec. 3, 2017 Early Service Rev. Kenneth Simon A Personal Conversation With Jesus Dec. 3, 2017 Regular Service Rev. Kenneth Simon More Than These Dec. 10, 2017 Early Service Dr. Robin Woodberry Chosen To Bring About A Change Dec. 10, 2017 Regular Service Rev. Kenneth Simon Divine Intervention Dec. 17, 2017 Early Service Min. Ted Brown Give Your Life To God Dec. 17, 2017 Regular Service Rev. Kenneth Simon With or Without God Dec. 24, 2017 Early Service Rev. Kenneth Simon The True Celebration of His Birth Dec. 24, 2017 Regular Service Rev. Kenneth Simon Jesus Joy The Gift His Birth Brings Dec. 31, 2017 Early Service Dr. Robin Woodberry A New Year Without Fear Dec. 31, 2017 Regular Service Rev. Kenneth Simon Our Response To Our Help Dec. 31, 2017 Watch Night Service Rev. Kenneth Simon You Have Not Passed This Way Before Pastor Simon, Assistant Pastor Woodberry and the entire ministerial staff would like to thank each individual and ministry who shared a card or gift of love during the Holiday Season. Your kindness is overwhelming and very much appreciated! We Hope and pray that your time of celebrating Christ s birth and bringing in a new year was meaningful. We Love You All!! A special thank you to everyone who supported the Youth Council Chat & Chew held after Watch Night Service. Your continued support for the youth means so much!!
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P A G E 9 2018 Budget Proposal $572,071 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. Malachi 3:10 The 2018 church budget was approved on Thursday, December 14, 2017 at Executive Board meeting. To meet our proposed budget, we encourage the entire membership to support the budget through tithing, which is God s way of financing His work. However, if you are not a tither yet, here is your Suggested Weekly Membership Contribution Based upon 250 adult members: General Fund Building Fund Benevolent Fund Weekly $28.00 $14.00 $8.00 $4950.00 Yearly Total: $2600.00 Every man according as he purposeth in his heart, so let him give; not grudgingly, or of necessity (unwillingly) : for God loveth a cheerful giver. II Corinthians 9:7
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Attention All Church Leaders!! P A G E 11 The Church Leadership Orientation & Training will be held on Saturday, January 13, 2018 10:00a-1:30p Purpose: To acquaint and update all elected and appointed leaders of New Bethel Church with our ministry mission by reviewing our purpose, establishing our goals and focus for ministry this year, and identifying our leadership roles and responsibilities as it relates to the focus for the overall ministry of the church. To equip every leader of New Bethel with the tools to be an effective, respected and productive leader within their respective ministries and in concert with other leaders and ministries to accomplish the goals and purposes of the church. *All Heads of Ministries, Church Officers and Associate Ministers are expected to be in attendance. A Safety and Security training will be a part of the training session
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P A G E 13 MLK Youth Day ON!!!! Monday, January 15th Calling all youth and young adults to come and join us for a day of service, learning and fellowship. Agenda: Gather at New Bethel at 9a MLK Workshop at First Presbyterian Church MLK Service at Windsor Health Care at 2:15p Trip to the Movies or Mall Lunch will be provided! For permission slip (17 & under) or more information, see Vicky Allen or Rev. Robin 2017 Financial Statement Anyone desiring a financial statement from New Bethel Baptist Church for income tax purposes, please fill out this form and place it in the offering basket. If there are family members, such as spouse or children to be included on your return, please list their full names. Statements will be released February 1st! 2017 Tax Statement Request Form Please complete and leave in the offering basket or in the church office Name: Address: Phone: ( ) Other Family Members: Date Statement Needed By: / /
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P A G E 16 Happy 22nd Anniversary Pastor & First Lady Wendy! Sunday, January 28th A.C.T.I.O.N. COMMITMENT SERVICE January 28, 2018 3:00p-4:30p Beulah Baptist Church 570 Sherwood Ave., 44511 This will be a service of song, commitment to the work of the Community, Fellowship and Prayer. All are encouraged to attend!!
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Page 21 45th Annual Rev. Lonnie K.A. Simon Dinner Sunday, February 11, 2018 at 3:00 p.m. at the Mahoning County Country Club, 710 E. Liberty St. Girard, Ohio. Presentation of 2018 Vision: Rev. K.L. Simon $15.00 Adults $7.50 Children 5-9 years Free for Children 4 & under Tickets are on sale in the narthex. L.K.A. Simon s Poetry Book Sale will be held. Make sure you purchase a book while supporting the Trustee Board s Special Church Project(s) Fund.
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Business Name 1507 Hillman Street Youngstown, Ohio 44507 Office: 330-747-2125 Fax: 330-747-4452 nbaptist@sbcglobal.net Next Edition will be available on Sunday, February 4, 2018 New Bethel Baptist Church Church Website: nbbcyoungstown.com Church Office Hours Mon-Fri. 8a-4p The deadline for submission is Sunday, January 28, 2018 The Church That Cares & Shares! 2018 Church Theme: Transformed into His Image as We Serve for His Glory Theme Scripture: (2 Corinthians 3:18) NET Bible Other Supporting Scriptures: (1 Peter 4:11) NET Bible Church Staff: Rev. Kenneth L. Simon Pastor Dr. Robin Woodberry Church Administrator MaryAnn Mitchell Church Secretary Office of Administration Staff & Personnel Tony Cochrane Custodian Dea. Michael Lyons Christian Education Director Office Servants: Dorothy Cooper Juanita Davis Patricia Lee Min. JoAnne Lyons