W A Y M A N G O O D H O P E A. M. E. C H U R C H News of Good Hope MAY 2018 WAYMAN WELCOMES BACK PASTOR POAG RAY & FIRST GENTLEMAN F. CHESTER RAY Rev. Dr. Lois A. Poag-Ray was reappointed as Pastor of Wayman Good Hope for the 2018-19 Conference year at the 68th Session of the Washington Annual Conference. The Conference was held April 10-14 at Reid Temple A.M.E. Church in Glenn Dale, Maryland. First Gentleman F. Chester Ray was elected President of the Washington Conference Minister s Spouses, Widows, Widowers + PK s organization. Bro. Sherman Watts and Bro. Michael Swett served as the Delegate and Alternate Delegate for Wayman. Missionaries attended the Annual Missionary Society Luncheon on April 10 (see the following article). Several Wayman members attended the Ordination and Communion Service on April 13 during which Rev. Elisa Evans, Wayman s Director Youth & Young Adult Ministries, was ordained an Itinerant Elder. As a new Itinerant Elder, Rev. Evans preached for Wayman the first Sunday after the Conference. We welcome back Pastor Poag-Ray and First Gentleman F. Chester Ray and look forward to a blessed year. WASHINGTON CONFERENCE BRANCH WOMEN S MISSIONARY SOCIETY The Washington Conference Branch Women s Missionary Society Second Episcopal District Annual Luncheon was held on Tuesday April 10, 2018 at Martins Crosswind in Green Belt Md. Our theme was Continuing the Legacy of Leadership, Excellence and Faith Through Our Past, Our Present and Our Future. The morning began with registration and a continental breakfast. After breakfast we had our Tanner Turner Memorial Service. Reflections were given by Sis. Saundra Sidbury of the Catherine C. Hemingway Area. The speaker for the Service was Rev. Dr. Marie P. Braxton, First Lady, Potomac District Washington Conference. Her theme was What Are You Doing to Leave for Your Legacy? Later we held elections for our Missionary Delegates and Alternates. During our Lunch the guest speaker was The Honorable Dorothy Rev Elisa Evans preaches her first sermon as an Itinerant Elder Bailey, Former Prince George s County Council Woman. Her theme was Only the Work We Do for Christ will Last. The Night in White was held at Reid Temple A M E Church in Glenn Dale Maryland. The service began with music by the Greater Mt. Nebo Mass Choir, and Liturgical Dancers. Following the Praise and Worship Service, the Capping and Pinning Ceremony of 113 Missionary and Associate Members were presented to the 68 th Session of the Washington Annual Conference. The Messenger for the evening service was Mrs. Vivienne L. Anderson, Former Episcopal Supervisor, Retired. Mrs. Anderson s theme was A New Theology for a New Reality -Wonder Working Power. Thank you to Rev. Dr. Lois A. Poag- Ray for her support at The Missionary Luncheon. Linda Johnson President Irene D. Williamson Missionary Society Sis. Linda Johnson, Pastor Poag-Ray, Sis. Sylvia Nolan Mrs. Vivienne L. Anderson Page
THE RESURRECTION SEASON The Resurrection Season reminds me of how loyal and committed Jesus was to God, His Father. Jesus came to this sinful world to sacrifice His life for mankind, knowing that His own would reject Him (John 1:11). Yet, He stayed focused on the mission. He never deviated from His Father s will, even when He was being misunderstood, ridiculed, abused, mocked, scandalized and tortured. He stayed the course and secured the plan of salvation for all who would believe in Him. What about you? Can God depend on you to be faithful to His mission? Can He depend on you? To be the salt and light of the earth To tell others about His love To give someone an encouraging word To be a reflection of Him when being mistreated To be an agent of change in the world To fight the good fight of faith To live a life of integrity To treat others with kindness and respect To give others a helping hand To be a person of excellence To lift up His name in praise and worship To be an example of love To give from a generous heart To be slow to speak and never gossip To walk according to His will for your life To live a disciplined life To live a joy-filled life To live a faith-filled life To grow in grace and knowledge of His will To keep a positive attitude even in a negative environment To appreciate life and those in your circle of influence To be a good steward of time, money and relationships To live a moral life, one that glorifies God To think on things that are pure, just, honest and lovely To live a renewed life? Question to ponder... Has the resurrection impacted my life? Therefore, we were buried with Him through baptism into death, that just as Christ was raised from the dead by the glory of the Father, even so we also should walk in newness of life. Romans 6:4 Scriptural Thought for the Conference Year 2018-2019 Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. Consider him who endured such opposition from sinners, so that you will not grow weary and lose heart. Hebrews 12:1-3 (NIV) How to Get Items Published in the Newsletter Submissions by Email (attachments) are preferred but not required. If you have original photographs, we will scan them while you wait- it only takes a couple of minutes. Please be aware that copies of pictures will not reproduce well and may not be included if too blurry Because of space limitations, editing of submissions may be required. Publication of all content is at the discretion of the Editorial Staff. Email submissions to waymangoodhope@aol.com Page 2 News of Good Hope - Editorial Staff Editor - Pamela Spearman This Month s Contributor(s) Pastor - Rev. Dr. Lois A. Poag-Ray Sis. Linda Johnson,
NEWS FROM THE COMMISSION ON HEALTH SIS. SYLVIA NOLAN, CHAIRPERSON LYME DISEASE Lyme disease is the most common tick-borne disease in Anne Arundel County, as well as in Maryland and the United States. Cases of Lyme disease are found throughout the County and are not concentrated in any particular area. The County had 178 cases of Lyme disease in 2016, 107 cases in 2015, 115 cases in 2014, 96 cases in 2013 and 110 cases in 2012. How is it spread? Lyme disease is spread to people from a tiny tick the size of a pinhead known as a blacklegged or deer tick. The tick is hard to see because it is so small. Only about 65 percent of confirmed cases noticed a tick before they became ill. The tick needs to be on a person for at least 24 hours before the person becomes infected. These ticks are most often found from May through October in tall grass, brush and wooded areas. But they can be present, in smaller numbers, throughout the year. Pets can bring ticks into the house. Mice also carry ticks. What are the symptoms? Symptoms usually start within a month of being infected. About 75 percent of patients with early Lyme disease will have a skin lesion in the first one to four weeks of infection. Some get a bull s eye rash that has a red center. Other early symptoms may include fever, joint and muscle pains, headache, or feeling tired. Lyme disease is hard to diagnose because the symptoms often mimic other diseases. Special laboratory tests may be needed to make a diagnosis. If left untreated, the infection can lead to serious illnesses of the heart, joints and nervous system. Lyme disease may cause birth defects or miscarriages. How can it be prevented? Wear light-colored, long sleeved shirts and pants that you can tuck into your socks when working or walking in areas likely to have ticks. Spray arms and legs with an insect repellent containing DEET (up to 30% for adults, 10% for children) or picaridin. For occasional exposure, adults can spray clothing with an insecticide, permethrin, for more protection. Use repellents and insecticides as directed by the manufacturer. Follow your doctor s advice for extended use or for use on children, during pregnancy or if you have skin problems. It is very important that parents conduct a thorough inspection of children. Look along the hairline, in the hair and ears, and where clothing fits snugly. Because ticks can spread other serious illnesses, a whole body inspection every three to four hours is safest when in grassy or wooded areas. After coming indoors, wash and dry clothes as soon as possible, preferably at a hot temperature. Wash off insect repellent remaining on the skin. Remove leaves, brush and tall grass around houses, pathways and gardens. Treat and discourage infestations of mice in or near houses. If you find a tick Remove the tick right away, but do not touch it with your bare hands. Use tweezers to grip the tick behind its head and as close to the skin as you can. Gently pull it off. If tweezers are not available, use your fingers wearing gloves or a tissue. Do not smash or burn the tick. Tick Removal.Tick Identification is available through the Maryland Department of Agriculture (MDA). See the Tick Identification Instructions and Form. After removing the tick, wash your hands with soap and water or waterless alcohol-based hand rub. Clean the tick bite with an antiseptic such as iodine scrub, rubbing alcohol, or soap and water. Mark a calendar on the date you found the tick and watch for symptoms for at least a month. If a rash develops or you experience other symptoms within 3 to 32 days, call your physician immediately. For more information on Lyme disease, call the Anne Arundel County Department of Health at 410-222-7256. Page 3
View the News of Good Hope on the Church website www.waymangoodhope.org PRAYER REQUESTS Dorothy Brown James Brown, Jr. Warren Burnett Lloyd Carter Peggy Colbert Anne Coates Day Sandy Day Elizabeth Dennis Marion Floyd Brandon Jackson Marla Jackson Elroy Johnson Talicia Johnson Thomas Little Joseph Lovett Charlie Maglio Roger Nolan Jennifer Robinson Margaret Smelley Naomi Smith Lorraine Stanton Danaeya Thaniel Lula Thorpe Carl Shite Teresa Williams Roy Wilson 1st Joe Wallace Jr. 6th Cherry White Imari Thompson 8th Shaylah Keemer 10th Tyneka Pack Roberto Brown, Jr. 11th Eleisa Thomas 21st Clyde Gross 23rd Renada Coates 26th Roger Nolan MAY BIRTHDAYS Page 4
Upcoming Special Events We offer multiple opportunities to connect and grow spiritually as a Church Family 15 Minute Mid-Week Refreshing Prayer Call Wednesdays 6:30 6:45 am 1-605-475-3235 Access Code 705504# (Dial in and put your phone on mute) Life Application Bible Study via Teleconference Wednesdays 7:30pm 1-605-475-3235 Access Code 705504# (Dial in for interactive dialogue) Traditional Bible Study Thursdays 12 noon-1pm at the Church The Women s Fellowship will meet Friday, May 11 at 7pm All Women are invited - Light Dinner is provided The Men s Fellowship will meet Saturday, May 12 at 10am All Men are invited Breakfast is provided If you need a Ride to Sunday Service Contact the Church Office by 4pm on Thursdays Blood Pressure Screening is held the 3rd Sunday of each month following morning Worship Service. Sponsored by the Men s Fellowship Check the Calendar for other scheduled meetings Wayman Usher s Anniversary Sunday, May 27 @ 3:30pm Guest Preacher -Rev. Garry Howe, Associate Pastor Christ is the Answer Deliverance Center Graduate Recognition & Recommitment Sunday Sunday, June 10 @ 10am Service Please submit information on graduates to the Church office by May 27th Father s Day Sunday, June 17th Sunday, June 24 @ 10am Service Building Fund Sunday & Trustees Day No Thursday Bible Study on May 17 & 24 Thursday Bible Study will resume May 31@ noon Singing & Praying Band Convocation Nov 8-11, 2018, Ocean City, MD. Reserve your space several pkgs available including: One day only, Fri & Sat with Banquet, Banquet only & full Convocation pkgs. Come celebrate with us! See flyer posted in the Church Narthex with details. Congratulations! THE WAYMAN GOOD HOPE COMMUNITY NETWORK, INC. has been approved as a 501(c)(3) Corporation. Look for additional information on what this means in future newsletters. Page 5
Thank God for Mother s Love ~Anon There is no love, like a mother s love, no stronger bond on earth... like the precious bond that comes from God, to a mother, when she gives birth. A mother s love is forever strong, never changing for all time... and when her children need her most, a mother s love will shine. God bless these special mothers, God bless them every one... for all the tears and heartache, and for the special work they ve done. When her days on earth are over, a mother s love lives on... through many generations, with God s blessings on each one. Be thankful for our mothers, for they love with a higher love... from the power God has given, and the strength from up above. Happy Mother s Day MEN S PRAYER BREAKFAST The Men of Wayman kicked off Men s Season with their Annual Prayer Breakfast on Saturday, April 28th. Rev. Jerome Howard was the guest speaker. The theme for Men s Season is Men Walking by Faith and Rev. Howard preached from Isaiah 40 :31:1 But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint.. His topic was Traffic Jams We were blessed by him instructing on how to use waiting time to be productive. Page 6 Rev. Jerome Howard
GETTING TO KNOW WAYMAN S OFFICERS Bro. Earl Barry White, Steward Barry has been a lifelong member of Wayman. As a child he attended Sunday school and participated in many activities and programs. He sang in the youth choir and even sang with the Male Chorus for a time. Although he was not normally a lead singer, he does recall that he and his brother, Alvin, used to sing a duet of God is Not dead, He is Still Alive. In fact, they still sing it when the two of them get together. Barry s family roots extend back to the days when Wayman Good Hope was known as Baldwin. His great grandmother s family, the wife of Theophilus White, migrated from Madison County, Virginia to the Jones area of Anne Arundel County sometime before 1870. In the Jones community, they lived near the Cyrus Joyce and R Warring families. Most of the ancestors from the White family from those years are buried in Carpenter Hill Cemetery so they had a connection with Wayman. Barry has been a steward on and off since 1973 or 74 when he was appointed by Rev J L Young. When he was younger, his role as a steward was mainly counting the money collected on Sunday mornings. In more recent years, the role of a steward has transitioned to include being spiritual leaders as well. Reflecting on his younger years as a steward, he wishes he had taken advantage of the spiritual mentoring offered by the older, more seasoned stewards. He feels the biggest challenge for the stewards is to keep the Church vibrant and try to keep more young people in the church. He would encourage people to become more involved so there is a good team of people with different skills to help the Church. Barry has been married to his wife Penelope for 32 years. They have 3 children and 4 grandchildren. He retired as a civilian servant from the Naval Surface Warfare Center. One of his hobbies is studying history and tracing his family and community roots. Last year he served on the Jones School reunion committee with Ed White. Bro. Michael Swett, Trustee Bro. Michael Swett grew up in Jones community. His mother was a Coates. Has been a member of Wayman as long as he can remember. He joined the U.S Army and served from 1970-1972. He did basic training at Fort Dix, New Jersey and spent 14 months at Bamberg Germany. After being discharged from the Army he worked for U.S. Postal Service. He retired from the USPS in 2007 after 36 years. He and his wife, Joelle, will celebrate 24 years of marriage this year. They have 3 children. Mike is also known for his work preparing taxes. He has been doing taxes forever. Mike has been a trustee for three years. He enjoys serving the Lord and is thankful for the God s grace. Around Wayman he wears many hats He can be seen driving the Church van, cooking, and doing other work. He also serves as Assistant Treasurer, is on the Stewardship and Finance Commission, is Secretary for the Board of Trustees, and on the Board of Directors for Wayman s newly formed 501(c)(3) corporation.. His favorite scripture is the 23rd Psalm. FAREWELL TO REV. LINDA BANKS We bade farewell to Rev. Banks and her son, Zion, on April 29th. Rev. Banks came to Wayman in February 2016 as part of the internship program for candidates for ministry in the Washington Conference. While at Wayman, Rev. Banks served as Director of Christian Education, completed her studies with the Board of Examiners and was ordained an Itinerant Elder in the A..M.E. Church. We were blessed by her pleasant personality, generous spirit, and insightful sermons. We watched Zion grow and enjoyed having his energy and enthusiasm. Rev. Banks will be serving at Metropolitan A.M.E. Church in Washington D.C. but she has promised that she will visit us occasionally. We pray God s blessings on them as they continue work in ministry at Metropolitan A.M.E. Church. Page 7
WAYMAN GOOD HOPE Rev. Dr. Lois A. Poag-Ray, Pastor 100 Hoyle Lane Severna Park, MD 21146 MORNING WORSHIP SERVICE THE SACRAMENT OF HOLY COMMUNION THE SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM WAYMAN GOOD HOPE CHURCH SCHEDULE: SUNDAY WORSHIP SERVICES 10 AM Every 1 st Sunday Every 3 rd Sunday CHURCH SCHOOL & BIBLE STUDY CHURCH SCHOOL Sunday 9:00-9:50 AM PRAYER CALL (Call In Only) Wednesday 6:30-6:45 AM (Dial 605-475-3235 code 705504#) LIFE APPLICATION BIBLE STUDY (Call In Only) Wednesday 730pm (Dial 605-475-3235 code 705504#) BIBLE STUDY Thursday 12 Noon LOVE FEAST MONTHLY OFFICIAL BOARD 3 rd Thursday 7:00 PM BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENING Thursday before the 1 st Sunday at 6:30 PM12 Noon 3rd Sunday after 10am Worship Service Refer to the Calendar for other regularly scheduled meetings & rehearsals. MINISTERIAL STAFF Rev. Dr. Lois A. Poag-Ray, Pastor Rev. Elisa Evans, Director Youth & Young Adult Ministries Pastor s Office Hours See the weekly bulletin or call the office for an appointment CHURCH OFFICE STAFF Sis. Sharon Cager-Best, Sis. Helen Watkins, Administrative Assistant Church Office Hours Tues. & Thurs. 3:30-6:30 pm; Fri. 10am 2pm Church phone (410)647-4867 Church fax (410)647-4883 Email waymangoodhope@aol.com Website waymangoodhope.org To all who struggle and desire victory; to all who sin and need who mourn and long for comfort; to all who are sensitive righteousness; to whomsoever will this Church opens Christ Jesus our Lord! Enter this Church, therefore, not as a stranger, but as the guest hearts and thanks on your lips, offering God your love and worship here, and may that blessing rest on you forever. forgiveness; to all who are anxious and need peace; to all and look for service; to all who hunger and thirst after wide its doors and bids you welcome in the name of of God. Come then into God s presence with joy in your service. Beseech God s blessing on those who minister and Page 8