Committed to His Will, His Way, and His Word February 11, 2018 18 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. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. MOBC Core Values Radical Hospitality Passionate Worship Intentional Faith Development Risk-Taking Mission & Service Extravagant Generosity FEBRUARY 2018 MINISTRY MEETINGS Mon. 12 Deaconess Ministry Room 138 @ 6:00 PM Congregational Care Ministry Room 139 @ 6:00 PM Sunday School Teachers Room 137 @ 6:30 PM Tue. 13 Historical Ministry LEJ Library @ 6:00 PM Male Ushers Room 137 @ 7:00 PM Wed. 14 Ash Wednesday Worship Service @ 7:00 PM Thu. 15 Deacons Ministry Room 140 @ 7:00 PM Sat. 17 Men s Ministry Prayer Breakfast MP Building @ 8:30 AM HealthCare Ministry Room 137 @ 9:00 AM Mon. 19 President s Day Church Office & Buildings Closed Tue. 20 Greeters Ministry Room 138 @ 7:00 PM Thu. 22 Missions Ministry Room 137 @ 6:30 PM Fri. 23 Black History & Soul Food Night MP Building @ 6:00 PM 2018 Theme:: The Year Of Romans 8:28-292 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. Sunday School & New Members Class 8:30 AM Morning Worship Service 10:00 AM Marriage Enrichment Ministry Marriage and WFC Women s Ministry Heart Sunday
2 MOBC COMMUNITY NEWS!! The Christian Season of Epiphany January 6 February 13, 2018 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 The color for Epiphany is GREEN. The color GREEN stands for life and and receive the salvation that only Jesus Christ gives. Here growth. The color of the table cloth on the Communion table and podium are are five simple steps you can take to find assurance of salvachanged to GREEN to indicate the season. The pulpit dress is changed tion. according to the season of the Christian Calendar. Look for further information on the Christian Calendar and pulpit dress colors in the near future. 1. Recognize your need. The Bible tell us that all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God. (Rom. 3:23) All Theme For This Quarter: of us are sinners, and we must admit our need for a Savior. FAITH IN ACTION The study this quarter explores the twofold nature of faith as belief and action. 2. Repent of your sins. Our sins create a wall that sepaselections from Acts show various examples of proclaiming faith in Christ. In rates us from God. By confessing our sins and turning 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 indifrom them, you will find forgiveness. The Bible promises: viduals and as communities demonstrate our faith in Christ. If we confess our sins, He is faithful and righteous to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrightunit 3 SELF-CONTROLLED, UPRIGHT, AND GODLY FAITH eousness (1 John 1:9). The Pulpit Attire is Green This third section includes four lessons that look at passages from Acts, James, and 1 Timothy, providing specific examples of faith as both belief and action. James teaches that faith without works is dead. The lesson from 1 Timothy offers instructions about leading others in a life of faith. February 18, 2018 NEXT WEEK S LESSON: Faithful Disciples Acts 9:36-43 In times of crisis, people look for help. What qualities do they look for in a helper? When Tabitha died, faithful followers of Christ sent for the apostle Peter for help. * MONDAY: Widow s Son Restored to Life 1 Kings 17:17-24 * TUESDAY: Jesus Raises Widow s Son Luke 7:11-17 * WEDNESDAY: Care for Widows and Orphans James 1:22-27 * THURSDAY: Peter s Healing Ministry Acts 5:12-16 * FRIDAY: Philip s Preaching Ministry Acts 8:4-8 * SATURDAY: Aeneas Healed, Residents Turn to God Acts 9:32-35 * SUNDAY: Calling the Church to Active Service Acts 9:36-43 Sermon Highlights: February 4, 2018 Title: When Change Seems Impossible Text: Ezekiel 36:22-26 Main Idea: Sometimes change seems impossible, but regardless of where you are in your spiritual journey, God wants to change you and help you to be the person He has in mind for you to be. When change seems impossible: Main Points: 1) Trust God. 2) Thank God for what He s already done in your life. 3) Do not give up on God. 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 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
MOBC COMMUNITY NEWS!! Feb. 23 Feb. 25 Feb. 27 Celebrating Black History and & Soul Food Night MP Building @ 6 :00 PM Friday, February 24, 2018 Music, Arts and Media Ministry Celebration 10:00 AM Guest Choir: LU Praise Gospel Choir Lynchburg, VA Financial Wellness Workshop @ 6:30 PM MOBC MEN S USHERS Grooming & Styling Workshop Brothers, do you want to learn how to tie that perfect neck tie, bow tie or pin a lapel pin or corsage? What about how to put a good shine on your shoes or a good hairstyle for you? The Men s Ushers Ministry would like to invite all brothers to attend a Grooming and Styling Workshop on March 3, 2018 from 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM in the MP Building. This workshop will be facilitated by Better Menswear and Supreme Barber Shop. 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 20774 Registration Fee $70.00 $100.00 onsite day of conference For more information and registration visit www.menofvalor.com INTERCESSORY PRAYER Sick & Shut-ins Behold, I am the LORD, the God of all flesh. Is there anything too hard for Me? Theme: Celebrating Our Black History Through The Arts Our weekend will start on Friday Night with a Soul Food Dinner and Black History Program. Guest Choirs, Mime and Praise Dance. For our Soul Food Dinner, we are asking our members to prepare and bring your favorite Soul Food Dish. Please prepare enough to serve 10-20 people and let us know what the dish is. A sign-up sheet is located on the Informational Table going to the Educational Wing. Then join us on Sunday, February 25 during the 10:00 am Worship Service as we dress in our African Attire, or Black, Green and Red. Attention Members! Need a Notary? We now have an onsite Notary. If you need a document to be notarized, please call the church office at (804) 262-9614 to arrange an appointment. A photo identification is required, i.e.: driver s license, passport or some form of government identification. 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) 262-9614. COMMUNITY FOOD GIVEAWAY SCHEDULE WEDNESDAY 11:00 AM 11:30 AM SATURDAY 12:00 PM 12:30 PM Zip Codes: 23227, 23228, 23059 & 23060 Breakfast & USDA households Food Distribution February 24, 2018 Free to All MOBC Members! William Barber Valerie Eldridge Milton Fung Mildred Hardy 3 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, 23059 & 23060 every 3rd Wednesday from 11:00 11:30 AM.
4 The History of Black History Month Americans have recognized black history annually since 1926, first as "Negro History Week" and later as Black History Month. What you might not know is that black history had barely begun to be studied-or even documented-when the tradition originated. Although blacks have been in America at least as far back as colonial times, it was not until the 20th century that they gained a respectable presence in the history books. We owe the celebration of Black History Month, and more importantly, the study of black history, to Dr. Carter G. Woodson. Born to parents who were former slaves, he spent his childhood working in the Kentucky coal mines and enrolled in high school at age twenty. He graduated within two years and later went on to earn a Ph.D. from Harvard. The scholar was disturbed to find in his studies that history books largely ignored the black American population-and when blacks did figure into the picture, it was generally in ways that reflected the inferior social position they were assigned at the time. Woodson, always one to act on his ambitions, decided to take on the challenge of writing black Americans into the nation's history. He established the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History (now called the Association for the Study of Afro-American Life and History) in 1915, and a year later founded the widely respected Journal of Negro History. In 1926, he launched Negro History Week as an initiative to bring national attention to the contributions of black people throughout American history. Woodson chose the second week of February for Negro History Week because it marks the birthdays of two men who greatly influenced the black American population Frederick Douglass and Abraham Lincoln. Who was Dr. Carter G. Woodson? Launched Negro History Week in 1926, chosen in the second week of February between the birthdays of Frederick Douglass and Abraham Lincoln, which evolved into Black History Month in 1976 Known for writing the contributions of black Americans into the national spotlight, received a Ph.D. at Harvard University Founded the Association for the Study of Afro-American Life and History in 1915, founded the Journal of Negro History in 1916 Author of the book, The Miseducation of the Negro, published in 1933 Dr. Carter G. Woodson (1875-1950) Frederick Douglass (1817 1895) Abraham Lincoln (1809 1865)
5 Tuesday, February 27, 2018 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM Workshop Topic: Understanding the new Tax Laws and how to maximize your 2017 and 2018 returns What is Financial Wellness? Not having to worry about finances. Having a written financial plan. Having your finances in place to achieve your financial goal. When you re not stressed about money. Living within your means and having debts and obligations that you can meet. No longer having to worry about retirement. To be in such a financial situation that your hopes, dreams, and future endeavors for you and your family are realistically possible and attainable. The Christian Education Ministry will begin presenting quarterly Financial Wellness Workshops. The first Financial Wellness Workshop will be held on Tuesday, February 27, 2018 at 6:30 PM. The facilitator for the workshop will be Sis. DeShay White, Certified Public Accountant. Come join us on February 27th so that you can be more knowledgeable get a better understanding of the new Tax Laws and how to maximize your 2017 and 2018 returns. A Sign-up Sheet is located on the informational table in the Education Wing.
6 Mount Olive Baptist Church The Gospel Hand Presentation Eternity is in Your Hand! You can lead others to Christ by using your hands. Did you know that the Thumb represents Grace. Eternal life is a free gift of God s grace. The Evangelism Ministry will begin training to introduce a simple, but unique way of using your hands to share the Gospel. Come join us as we teach and share how to let the five fingers of your hand represent five marvelous truths of eternal significance for us all. Classes will be held on Thursdays beginning March 1, 2018 through April 5, 2018 from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM. If you plan on attending, please sign-up on the sheet located on the information table in the Education Wing. If you need more information, please see Sis. Linda Jones or Rev. Ruth Frazier.
7 The Virginia Union University Annual Church Leadership Conference is an opportunity for church leaders to enhance skills in ministry. The format will allow congregational leaders to spend a day with the faculty of the Samuel DeWitt Proctor School of Theology, VUU as they reflect and explore how change can enhance ministry and service. Registration Fee - $20.00. The deadline for Registration Forms and Fee are due February 18, 2018. Registration Forms and a list of classes are located on the information table in the Education Wing. For more information please see Rev. Simmons or Rev. Roldán.
Mount Olive Baptist Church 8775 Mt. Olive Avenue Glen Allen, VA 23060 Est. 1867 Phone: (804) 262-9614 Fax: (804) 262-2397 Church Website: www.mobcva.org On Call February 2018 Directory Rev. Darryl G. Thompson, Pastor (804) 873-6248 (C) E-mail: (Pastor) - pastorthompson@mobcva.org Church Administrator: Mrs. Martha Styles E-mail: Churchadm@mobcva.org Administrative Assistant: Rev. Allison D. Roldán (Office E-Mail) - Secretary@mobcva.org Director of Music & Arts: Mr. John Price E-Mail: Musicdir@mobcva.org Director of Christian Ed.: Rev. Deborah A. Simmons E-Mail: ChristianEd@mobcva.org Deacon on Call Calvin Gay...262-9697 Alvin Roane.262-4246 Deaconess on Call Sandra Anderson 264-1014 Elaine Barney..798-6501 Mary Corbin.266-2244 Eugene Mallory......262-3330 Raymond Mitchell..672-2725 7:00 PM Associate Minister on Call Rev. Ruth Frazier.746-4106 Bereavement Support on Call Rev. Dru Roane 647-5323 Financial Secretary: Ms. Jacqueline Crittendon E-Mail: Finance@mobcva.org Go to: www.mobcva.org 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: Deadline for bulletin and media information is 12:30 p.m. each Wednesday. Please email information to: Secretary@mobcva.org or call the church office at (804) 262-9614. Wednesday: Ash Wednesday Worship & Communion Service VIEW MOUNT OLIVE WEEKLY ANNOUNCEMENTS ON THE WEB Custodian (Evening): Mr. Cornelius Coy (804) 437-6325 Sunday 8:30 a.m. Sunday School 8:30 a.m. New Members Class 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship Trustee on Call Minister of Children/Youth: Rev. Kelly A. Evans E-Mail: Youthmin@mobcva.org Custodian (Day): Mr. Gerald Anderson (804) 200-2724 Schedule of Service and Classes for the week of 2/11/2018 Then click on Weekly 2nd & 3rd Sunday s Children s Church during Worship Service. Nursery open for children 3 months to age 6 during Worship Service. Rehearsal Schedule Tuesday, February 13th Male Chorus @ 6:30 PM Thursday, February 15th Voices of Commitment @ 6:30 PM Monday, February 26th Chosen Generation @ 7:00 PM Tuesday, February 27th Male Chorus @ 6:30 PM Wednesday, February 28th Judah Praise @ 5:00 PM Enter His Gates with Thanksgiving and His Courts with Praise. Psalm 100:4 Please Reverence the House of God: * 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. Let all things be done decently and in order. All thank you acknowledgements are posted on the bulletin board outside of the church office. 1 Corinthians 14:40 Please refrain from eating, drinking and talking on cell phones in the sanctuary.