Commenttary on JJohn 10::11--18 TODAY IS KNOWN AS GOOD SHEPHERD SUNDAY because, in each year of the liturgical cycle on this 4th Sunday, the Gospel is always taken from the 10th chapter of John where Jesus speaks of himself as the "good shepherd". In today s passage, Jesus emphasizes the self-sacrificing element in his own life: "The good shepherd is one who lays down his life for his sheep." He contrasts the good shepherd who owns the sheep to someone who is simply hired to look after them. The hired man thinks primarily of his own welfare and, if he sees a wolf coming, he takes off, leaving the sheep to be attacked and scattered in fear and terror. Jesus, on the other hand, will not be like a hired person: "I lay down my life for my sheep." Perhaps he contrasts himself with those mercenary religious leaders among his own people and to be found in every religious grouping who do just what is expected of them but have no real commitment or sense of responsibility to those in their charge. He knows his sheep Secondly, the good shepherd knows his sheep and they know him. There is a mutual bond of love and intimacy. That love is compared to the deep mutual relationship that exists between Jesus and his Father. "My own know me just as the Father knows me." Again the hired man or the self-interested leader will not have such a relation-ship with his charges. The Second Reading speaks in similar terms when the author says, "Think of the love that the Father has lavished on us, by letting us be called God s children, and that is what we are." One shepherd and one flock Thirdly, the good shepherd deeply desires that many other sheep should come to identify themselves with him. "There are other sheep I have that are not of this fold, and these I have to lead as well." The ultimate goal is that "there will be only one flock, and one shepherd", that the whole world will be united together with its God and Lord. This is the meaning of the Kingdom which is at the heart of the Gospel message. This is a goal which preoccupies us still today. There are still so many millions of people who have not yet heard the message of a loving God, a God who sent his only Son to die for them. They seek meaning and happiness in their lives by pursuing all kinds of other goals which inevitably turn to ashes: material abundance, status in the eyes of others, power over others, mistaking pleasure for happiness In so doing, they reject Jesus the Good Shepherd. "Because the world refused to acknowledge him, therefore it does not acknowledge us." This is something we must learn to accept as a fact, even if it is hard to understand and even harder to take. No matter how closely we follow in the footsteps of our Shepherd, in fact, the more closely we follow him, the more likely it is that we will be rejected and even attacked. More tragic still, however, there are so many people who claim Christ as Lord, many of them very good and sincere people, who are often divided, even bitterly divided among themselves. Here, more than anywhere is there a need for all to follow one Shepherd and form one flock. Otherwise how can we give witness to the love of Christ if that love is lacking among the servants of Jesus? Lastly, there are those who, though incorporated through baptism into the Body of Christ, consistently behave in a way which totally distorts people s understanding of Christ and his call to discipleship, fulfillment and happiness. Probably, most of us have at one time or another failed in our call to give witness to the truth and love that is to be found in Christ. Giving life willingly Jesus emphasizes that, in giving his life for his sheep, he is doing so of his own will. It is not just by force of circumstances. His death is to be the living proof that "the greatest love a person can show is to give one s life for one s friends". This is the proof that Jesus truly is a Good Shepherd. Webssiitte:: www..quiioccccassiin..orrg -- Emaiill:: qbcc@quiioccccassiin..orrg Quioccasin Baptist Church 901111 Quiioccccassiin Road Henrriicco,, Viirrgiiniia 23229 Churrcch Offffiicce:: ((804)) 77411--23113 Fax:: ((804)) 77411--115011 2015 WOMEN S DAY OBSERVANCE 4 TH SUNDAY IN EASTERTIDE Sunday, April 26, 2015 Deacon Mary G. Herbin Women s Day Speaker Dr. Andrew M. Mosley, Jr. Pastor Reverend P. Frances Watson Minister of Education/Administrative Assistant
The Celebration of Morning Worship... 8:30 A.M. The Church School... 10:00 A.M. Mr. Arthur W. Byrd, Jr., Deacon Superintendent I will sing of the mercies of the LORD for ever: with my mouth will I make known thy faithfulness to all generations. Psalm 89:1 KJV WORSHIP LEADER Reverend Clara M. Owens The Prelude... Ms. Angela M. Mosley The Introit... No. 29 He Is Lord Processional Selection... Choir/Congregation Come and Go With Me The Call to Worship... Reverend Clara M. Owens Great is the LORD, and greatly to be praised in the city of our GOD, in the mountain of his holiness. The Prayer of Invocation... In Unison Almighty God, who sent Jesus, the good shepherd, to gather us together: may we not wander from his flock, but follow where he leads us, knowing his voice and staying near him, until we are safely in your fold, to live with you forever; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. The Chant... No. 9 Alleluia The Responsive Reading... Mrs. Barbara Lomax/Congregation THE MODEL PRAYER No. 588 The Hymn of Praise and Adoration... No. 43 HOW GREAT THOU ART THE MUSICAL INTERLUDE The Welcome... Mrs. Sonji Paige Special Music... The Women s Day Choir THE MUSICAL INTERLUDE The Announcements/Recognitions... Mrs. Edith Lomax, Deacon/Church Clerk -2- OUR SICK AND SHUT-IN LIST Mrs. Lillian Anderson... 3212 Rosewood Avenue Mrs. Michelle Crawford-Brooks... 8822 Midway Road Mrs. Dorothy Clark... 1261 Marywood Lane, Apt 311 Mrs. Marie Collins... 5301 Orinda Drive, 23223 Mr. Moses Fenner... 2903 Lawson Street, 23224 Mrs. Florine Fleming, Deaconess... 6201 Whistler Road Mrs. Helen Foster... Beth Sholom Lifecare 1600 John Rolfe Prkwy - Room 208/Unit 2 Miss Helena Fountain... 607 Fountain Lane Mrs. Denise Hardy... 10640 Anna Marie Drive Mr. Herbert Jackson... 709 Parham Road Ms. Everlena King... 4403 Forest Hill Avenue Ms. Marjorie McIntyre... 1261 Marywood Lane, Apt 209 Mrs. Pearl and Mr. Emmett Morgan... 5718 Ironhorse Road, 23234 Mrs. Mary Lee Reid... 1914 Pemberton Road Mrs. Elizabeth Simmons... 2717 Fendall Avenue, 23222 Mrs. Emma J. Truman... Imperial Plaza, 1715 Bellevue Avenue, Apt 208 Ms. Emma Tyler... Henrico Doctors Hospital Forest Campus Renal Care Unit Bed# 3 Mrs. Florence Tyler... 1819 Pemberton Road Reverend P. Frances Watson... 121 Taylor Avenue West, Hampton, Virginia 23663 Mrs. Lucy C. Wells... 9011 Midway Road Mr. Uriel Winfree... 3210 Hunters Mill Circle Mr. Charles Woodson, Deacon... 2135 Francis Road, Glen Allen Mr. James Woodson... 3221 French Avenue HOW MAY WE SERVE YOU? Sickness in the Home Desires Offering Envelopes Moved to the Address Below A Newcomer in the Community Seeking Church Membership Desires A Pastoral Call Children for Church School In Need of Prayer NAME PHONE ADDRESS DATE CITY STATE ZIP CODE Information supplied by: Please check desired one(s), tear off, and place in the offering plate or give to the Minister. DEACONS FOR THE MONTH OF APRIL Mrs. Edith Lomax (804) 270-5895 and Mrs. Norma Hudgins (804) 270-1386 Please inform them of any persons that are sick -19-
Happy Women s Day to Mrs. Kimberly Mayo and Mrs. Barbara Spinner THE MUSICAL INTERLUDE The Scripture...Ms. April Stuart Psalm 34:1-10 Special Music... The Women s Day Choir The Prayer... Mrs. Leslie Hartzog The Prayer Response... Choir/Congregation One More Day No. 548 THE MUSICAL INTERLUDE The Memorial Moment... Ms. Gale Warren It Is Well With My Soul No. 255 The Stewardship Challenge/Prayer... Mrs. Norma Hudgins, Deacon John 3:16 THE MUSICAL OFFERING/TITHES/OFFERINGS (Benevolence).... In Unison Psalm 24 KJV (MORTGAGE)... Ushers/Deacons/Congregation Praise Him! (Tithes/General/WOMEN S DAY)... Ushers/Deacons/Congregation You Can t Beat God Giving No. 528 The Offertory Prayer...Mrs. Julia Ann Stafford, Deacon The Offertory Response...No. 559 Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow The Presentation of the Messenger... Mrs. Wilhelmina Cunningham The Preparational Selection... The Women s Day Choir From Your Loving Family -18- The Message... Mrs. Mary G. Herbin, Deacon St. James Baptist Church - Blair Road President, Women s Auxiliary Tuckahoe Baptist Association -3-
THE INVITATION TO CHRISTIAN DISCIPLESHIP The Invitational Hymn...No. 420 Lift Him Up Expression of Gratitude... Mrs. Carrie Crushshon Co-Chairlady of Women s Day Remarks...Mrs. Constance Spindle President, Women In Mission Ministry Pastoral Statements... Dr. Andrew M. Mosley, Jr. The Benediction... Reverend Clara M. Owens The Choral Response... Choir/Congregation The Threefold Amen No. 553 The Postlude... Let the Church Say AMEN 2015 Women's Day Committee Members Mrs. Carrie Crushshon Deaconess Co-Chairlady Mrs. Kimberly Mayo Deaconess Co-Chairlady Mrs. Dorothy Carter Mrs. Wilhelmina Cunningham Mrs. Shirley Edwards, Deaconess Mrs. Norma Hudgins, Deacon Mrs. Earnestine Locke Mrs. Connie Spindle -4- In Loving Memory Of ANNA SANADA LINDSEY, Trustee Always in our thoughts, Forever in our hearts. Loved and Remembered! From: Reverend Zenobia W. Scott -17- In Fond Memories Of ZILLAH M. SCOTT, Deaconess YOUR MEMORY WILL NEVER GROW OLD. OUR LOVE!! Grandchildren, Great Grand & Great-Great Grandchildren Les Grande Chapeau Exquisite Hats, Suits & Accessories For Ladies With Distinguished Taste "Come See What s In Store For You" 804-643-3399 201 North 2nd Street Richmond, Virginia 23219 We Salute The Women Of Quioccasin Baptist Church
In Loving Memory to the Legacy of the Legends and Trailblazers whom was such a blessing and influence in my life. Mrs. Mary Lee Rembert Great-Grand Mother Mrs. Carrie Rembert Robinson Grandmother Mrs. Mary Rebecca Garner Grandmother Mrs. Alice Robinson Page Mother Mrs. Cora Garner Witherspoon Sister Forever In My Heart Carrie Garner Crushshon Biographical Sketch of Mrs. Mary Goins Herbin Mrs. Mary Goins Herbin is the keynote speaker for our Women's Day worship service. She hails from the city of Greensboro and county of Guilford, North Carolina. She is the fourth of seven children born to the late Cordice and Lillie Alston Goins. Sister Herbin was educated in the Guilford County Public School System. Mary was joined in the bonds of holy matrimony to James E. Herbin, Sr. To that union were born three children. They are the proud parents of two daughters, Rev. Adrienne Hal, and Wendy Scott, and one son, James E. Herbin, Jr. One boy and five girls delight in calling her "Grandmother." Additionally, she has one great granddaughter. At an early age, Mary joined Mt. Tabor United Methodist Church. She Actively participated in Bible Study, Church School, and sang in the Adult Choir. In 1976, Mary and her family moved to Richmond, Virginia. She joined St. James Baptist Church in 1978. There she currently serves as church clerk. Other memberships and participation are as follows: Past Missionary President, Women's Missionary, Church School, Bible Study, and a host of other church activities. After fulfilling two years of training, Sister Herbin was ordained as a deacon on November 27, 2011. Deacon Herbin currently serves as President of the Women's Auxiliary of the Tuckahoe Baptist Association. In the social arena, Mary is a member of the Delver Women's Club, a community and civic organization. She chairs and is the recording secretary of the International Relations Group. She was employed at AT&T/Lucent Technologies in Richmond, Virginia for over 35 years. While employed, she advanced her academic education by completing a series of managerial courses. As these courses were company sponsored, she elevated both her academic and employment status. She retired as a Department Manager in 1999. Two years after retiring, Sister Herbin launched "Mary's Flowers & Gifts." She enjoyed the ownership and operation of this business for six years. Mary is a talented decorator. Her gifts are many with which she seeks to honor and glorify God. She cherishes hours spent with her family, children, grands, and friends. Mary devotes most of her time to the study of God's Word, doing work for her church, visiting nursing homes, and spending time with sick and elderly persons All in all, Deacon Mary Goins Herbin is a child of God. She loves the Lord. Her motto and most favorite scripture is found in Philippians 4:13, "I Can Do All Things Through Christ Who Strengthens Me." -16- -5-
Announcements April 27 at 6:30 P.M. Meeting - Deacon s Ministry of Richmond and Vicinity First African Baptist Church, 2700 Hanes Avenue April 28 at 6:30 P.M. PASTOR AND PEOPLE ANNIVERSARY COMMITTEE MEETING April 29 at 11:00 A.M. SENIOR CITIZENS to travel to FIRST AFRICAN BAPTIST CHURCH, 2700 Hanes Avenue, Richmond, VA 23222 Reverend Dr. Rodney D. Waller, Senior Pastor, will speak. The Church Van will leave the church at 10:15 A.M. April 29 at 6:45 P.M. Bible Study with Reverend Kenneth Brown Five Practices of Fruitful Congregations Matthew 25:40, 2 Corinthians 9:11 Discussion on Mission, Service and Generosity. April 29 at 7:30 P.M. Prayer and Praise April 30 at 6:00 P.M. Children/Youth Mass Choir Rehearsal April 30 at 6:30 P.M. The Children s Ministry will meet April 30 at 7:00 P.M. The Sanctuary Choir will rehearse May 2 at 10:00 A.M. GIRL SCOUTS MEETING May 2 12:00 Noon - 2:00 P.M. Delta / Zeta Luncheon - WORKERS NEEDED MAY 2 AT 1:00 P.M. Children/Youth Mass Choir Rehearsal MAY 2 AT 2:30 P.M. PRE-CHILDREN/YOUTH DAY ACTIVITIES Bowling Van leaving church at 2:30 P.M. MAY 3 AT 10:55 A.M. 2015 CHILDREN S DAY SEE PAGE 7 May 3 REMAINING $50 DUE Men s Fellowship Sports Outing May 4 at 6:00 P.M. The Commission on Finance will meet May 6 at 11:00 A.M. The Senior Citizens Ministry will meet May 6 at 6:45 P.M. Bible Study Instructor Reverend Faye Cooper Baldwin May 6 at 7:30 P.M. Prayer and Praise May 7 at 6:00 P.M. The Ushers will meet May 9 at 8:30 A.M. Men s Fellowship Meeting Golden Corral May 9 at 11:00 A.M. The Choral Ensemble will rehearse May 11 at 6:30 P.M. Trustees Meeting May 14 at 11:00 A.M. SENIOR CITIZENS to travel to ABNER BAPTIST CHURCH, (Thursday Event) 15143 Abner Church Road, Glen Allen, VA 23059 Reverend Dr. James D. Ballard, Interim Pastor, Redeeming Love Baptist Church, Raleigh, NC will speak. The Church Van will leave the church at 10:15 A.M. May 14 at 6:00 P.M. The Male Chorus will rehearse May 14 at 7:00 P.M. The Sanctuary Choir will rehearse May 16 at 11:00 A.M. Virginia Randolph Banquet WORKERS NEEDED May 18 at 6:00 P.M. The Commission on Finance will meet JUNE 6-7 32 ND ANNIVERSARY PASTOR AND PEOPLE SEE PAGES 8,9 June 20 5:30 P.M. 8:00 P.M. PASTOR S 75 th BIRTHDAY PARTY Theme: African Color Scheme: Red, Green, Black -6- In Loving Memory Mr. John M. Lewis Mrs. Geneva M. Lewis Mrs. Edna F. Lewis cooke Mr. William Herbert Lewis Mr. John E. Lewis Mrs. Geneva L. Cauthorne Mrs. Matilda L. Cauthorne Missed and Loved Ms. Charlene A. Taylor -15-
In Loving Memory of Mrs. Ethel M. Jackson SUNDAY, MAY 3, 2015 CHILDREN S DAY Dear Mama, You will never be forgotten. Your teaching and loving ways still live with us today. Love You Forever and Always 10:55 A.M. WORSHIP SERVICE Speaker Minister Charity Williams Member, Greater Saint Paul Holy Church Maple Hill, North Carolina 13 Year Old Servant of God Almighty Accepted the Call to Proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ at the Age of 6 Emma & Billie CHILDREN S DAY SACRIFICIAL OFFERING - $50.00-14- -7-
DEAR OCIE, My big Sister, my friend, you will always be near and dear to my heart. The wonderful memories left behind keep you so close to me. Love you always, Emma -8- -13-
IN LOVING MEMORY OF MY MOTHER AND OUR GRANDMOTHER Mrs. Ocie J. Walker Son, Carroll Zanders Grandsons, Carlon and Dabney -12- -9-
QUIOCCASIN BAPTIST CHURCH 9011 Quioccasin Road Henrico, Virginia 23229 SPONSORS SUMMER DAY CAMP EXPERIENCE 2015 June 15 th - August 7 th Monday Friday (7:30 A.M. 5:30 P.M) For Children Ages 6-12 To obtain additional information or to register your child, please contact Quioccasin Baptist Church at 804-741-2313 or Beverly Manley at 540-223-0864. Please leave a message if no one answers. Your call will be returned. WOMEN S DAY ADVERTISEMENTS Fax: 804 741-1501 Email: summercamp@quioccasin.org Visit our website at: www.quioccasin.org -10- -11-