sunday, march 11, 2018 - stjohnbaptistchurch.org · community prayer (*) closing song(*) ... free...
TRANSCRIPT
Sunday, March 11, 2018
Address 9055 Tamar Drive
Columbia, MD 21045
(410) 992-6977
Rev. Dr. Robert A. F. Turner Senior Pastor
Church-Wide Theme: Get Ready For Greater
Services: 8:00 a.m. – Traditional Service 9:10 a.m. – Sunday School 10:15 a.m. – Blended Service 12:00 Noon – Contemporary Service
www.stjohnbaptistchurch.org
Mark 5:18-20
Rev. Dr. Ostein B. Truitt Assistant Pastor
Rev. Sadie Woolford Associate Pastor, Pastoral Care
Rev. Rickey Harvey Youth Pastor
March Theme: Greater Stewardship
Praise the Lord and welcome to St John Baptist Church! On behalf of the entire St John family, allow me to take this opportuni-ty to thank our friends, guests & members for choosing to help us lift up the name of Jesus here today. We say to you who are unsaved, “Join Jesus!” To you who are seeking a church home, “Join us in mem-bership”, as we seek to make disciples for Jesus Christ.
OUR VISION
To be “A Christ -
Centered Church,
Making a Difference
for Jesus Christ in the
Church, Community,
Home & Workplace.
OUR MISSION To be a thriving spiritual center that reaches people for Christ
and builds believers to be Christ-like.
We respectfully ask that no food or drink be brought or eaten in the sanctuary.
SJBC Image Policy - By entering this Church, you hereby grant St John Baptist Church the right, but not
the obligation, to photograph, film and capture you and your likeness, on film and/or through any other
method currently available or that becomes available in the future. You further agree that these imag-
es may be used in the production, exhibition, distribution, promotion, publicity and advertising of similar
events and any other event sponsored by St John Baptist Church. Under no circumstances will your
likeness be used in connection with commercial endorsements of any kind.
◊ Highlights ◊
Thank you to St John Baptist Church for 47 years of Faith, Hope, and Love in ser-
vice of Our Lord. Let us all celebrate our continuing legacy.
◊ SJBC Question of the week ◊
“How do you plan to be a greater steward of our church?”
#SJBCTalks (Don’t forget to tweet your responses, like & share with your friends!)
-ORDER OF SERVICE-
8:00 a.m. 03/11/2018
Continued Prayer Available Prayer Room With One of the Deacons
~~~Sunday School 9:10 a.m. ~~~
*Congregation Stands………………………….………….…**Ushers May Seat Worshippers
Call to Worship
Invocation (*)
Hymn of Praise (*)(**)
Responsive Reading (*)
Pastoral Announcements (**)
The Welcome (**)
Installation of 2018 Officers
Offertory/ Choir Selection - Male Chorus
Prayer/Offering/Doxology (*)
Sermonic Selection (**) - Male Chorus
Scripture(*)/Sermon…………….……………….…..…..….Rev. Ostein Truitt
1 Peter 4:7-11 “Good Stewards Fuel A Church’s Longevity“
Invitational Hymn (*) - Male Chorus & Congregation
Altar Prayer (*)
Closing Hymn (*)
Benediction (*)
“Good Stewards Fuel A Church’s Longevity”
-ORDER OF SERVICE-
10:15 a.m. 03/11/2018
Continued Prayer Available Prayer Room With One of the Deacons
*People Stand………………………………..………….…**Ushers May Seat Worshippers
Community News
Call to Worship
Opening Prayer (*)
Song of Praise (**) - Male Chorus
Welcome Guests (**)
Baby Dedication
Installation of 2018 Officers
Children are dismissed for Little Children’s Church (ages 3-5) in the Nursery
& Big Children’s Church (ages 6-11) in the Chapel
Prayer/Receive Financial Gifts(**)/Song - Male Chorus
Song of Preparation (**) - Male Chorus
Read God’s Word(*)/Sermon………………...…..…..…...………Rev. Ostein Truitt
1 Peter 4:7-11 “Good Stewards Fuel A Church’s Longevity“
Special Invitation & Song (*) - Male Chorus & Congregation
Community Prayer (*)
Closing Song (*)
Closing Prayer (*)
“Good Stewards Fuel A Church’s Longevity”
-ORDER OF SERVICE-
12:00 noon 03/11/2018
Continued Prayer Available Prayer Room With One of the Deacons
*People Stand………………………….……….………….…**Ushers May Seat Worshippers
Community News
Opening Words/Prayer (*)
Worship & Praise (**) - Praise Team
Welcome Guests (**)
Worship & Praise (**) - Praise Team
Installation of 2018 Officers
Prayer/Receive Financial Gifts(**)/Song - Praise Team
Acknowledgement of New Members (**)/Experience God thru the Lord’s Supper (**)
Children are dismissed for Little Children’s Church (ages 3-5) in the Nursery
& Big Children’s Church (ages 6-11) in the Chapel
Special Song (**) - Praise Team
Read God’s Word (*)/Message.…….……………………..…..…..Rev. Ostein Truitt
1 Peter 4:7-11 “Good Stewards Fuel A Church’s Longevity“
Special Invitation & Song (*)
Community Prayer (*)
Closing Song(*)
“Good Stewards Fuel A Church’s Longevity”
Church Evacuation Overview
In the event of an emergency you are requested to remain where you are in order to
receive instructions on how to proceed.
If we need to evacuate the building:
1. Please follow the instructions of staff positioned along the way and head to the
designated safe area.
2. Parents please do not attempt to go and get your children if they are in Children’s Church.
Once all children have been accounted for, you will be allowed to reunite with them.
3. Please do not attempt to go to your car or to drive off the parking lot.
4. Please remain in the designated safe area until instructions to return to the building are
given.
We are so happy to have you worship with us today.
As you take your seat, please take a minute and familiarize yourself
with where the exits are located.
In the event of an emergency you will receive appropriate
instructions from the pulpit.
PLEASE ENJOY THE SERVICE.
Please remember that all ministry bulletin requests are due by Mon. at 6 p.m. emailed to
Attention Ministry Leaders
If you would like to reserve a table after Sunday Worship services in the
Fellowship Hall to promote your ministry event, please utilize our online
Midas system.
The earlier you reserve, the better. We have a limited number of tables.
Easter Sunday overflow parking is at Long Reach High School.
More details to follow.
St John Baptist Church
What business are we in? To be a thriving spiritual center that reaches people for Christ and builds believers to be
Christ-like. Mt. 28: 19, 20; Jude 1:20, 21
Where are we going? To be a Christ-Centered Church, making a difference for Jesus Christ in the church,
community, home and workplace. Romans 12:2; Acts 1:8
How do we get there? These notions are summarized and encapsulated by three concise principles: discover,
grow and engage.
Discover Discover new ways to reach the unchurched.
Discover new ways to celebrate our history and remain relevant with the ministries we provide.
Grow
Provide opportunities for people to learn God’s Word, how to serve and develop their gifts and talents.
Engage Assist members in getting involved in a ministry or membership cluster.
Provide outreach ministries that have a local and global impact.
The application of these principles in the light of our mission will guide our work as a church.
Reading the Bible in One Year
We encourage members to make a commitment to reading God’s word. We guarantee the more you read it, the more you will love it! You can access the plan by following these footprints: Visit stjohnbaptistchurch.org and scroll all the way to the bottom→Through the Bible in One Year→ Bible in a Year
If you don’t have access to a computer, this week’s readings are Judges15 - Samuel 12
Every Sunday, worshipers can bring burdens and con-cerns to the Lord in prayer. A Deacon will be available after each Sunday service to pray with you in the Prayer Room.
GETTING FINANCIALLY FIT IN 2018
FREE No-Obligation Financial Fitness Seminar
Mon., Mar. 26, 2018, 7p.m. - Fellowship hall
Presented by: Stewart Financial Services, Inc.
Topics include Long Term Care, Rent/Mortgage Protection, Tax Free Retirement
SJBC 5K Run-Walk-Stroll
Sat., Apr. 28, 2018, 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Registration Fee: $15 Ages 5 – 17,
$30 Ages 18 - 54, $25 Ages 55 and above
Online registration begins Sun. Mar. 18 and ends Sun. Apr. 11
Walkers, Runners, Strollers: people in wheel chairs and canes are encouraged and welcome to
join us on a modified course!
If you don’t want to run walk or stroll, please consider volunteering on race day, sponsoring a
participant or making a donation. Proceeds will benefit SJBC G.E.M.S. (Girls Eagerly Maturing
Spiritually & SJBC B.A.S.E. (Boys Acquiring Spiritual Equipment)
For more details contact Bro. Bob Hilson (443) 691-5579 [email protected] or
Sis. Amber Hodges 410-935-9259 and email is [email protected].
*****************************************************************
SAVE THE DATE!!!
Sat., May 5th, 2018
Pastor Robert A.F. Turner’s
25th Anniversary Banquet
6:00 p.m. - BWI Airport Marriott
1743 Nursery Road, Linthicum Heights, MD 21090
Tickets are $75.00 per person
For more info contact: Sis. Lynda Jones-Burns (301) 653-6978, Sis. Laura Boone (301)461-6641,
or Sis. Michelle Enceneat at (718) 730-3750
To purchase tickets, please use the following link:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pastor-robert-af-turners-25th-anniversary-banquet-tickets-
38601898317
Day Date Time Event
Tues. 3/13 7:00 p.m. Adult Bible Study
Wed. 3/14 12:00 noon Adult Bible Study
Wed. 3/14 7:00 p.m. Power Hour Service
Dea. Alan Murrell
Inspirational Speaker
***********************************************************************************
Greater Stewardship Month
Greater Stewardship begins when an identified person gives a first time gift
and seeks to move forward along a three-step process:
1. From first time gift to REGULAR GIVER
2. From regular giver to TITHER
3. From tither to EXTRAVAGANT GIVER
In March, we are asking all ministry leaders and members to begin the following:
Take the Ninety Day Tithe Challenge starting this month.
If you choose not to tithe, we are asking you to increase your annual giving
percentage by 4%.
If you already tithe, please prayerfully consider increasing your annual giving
percentage by 2%. The more you give the more God will bless you and the more our church will be
able to provide blessings to our members, community and world.
WHAT: Easter Sunday Choir
The SJBC Sunday School Easter Program will be on Palm
Sunday, Mar. 25th following the 8 a.m. service in the sanctuary.
Please have children see their Sunday school teachers as soon as possible
for part assignments.
Rehearsals : Mar. 10, 12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m., Mar. 17, 2p.m.-
3p.m., and Mar. 24, (dress rehearsal) 8 a.m.-9:30 a.m., all in the
sanctuary. For further details, contact your child’s Sunday School
teacher or Sis. Jackie Blackwell-White at [email protected].
WHEN: Easter Sunday Services
Apr., 1 - 8 a.m. & 10 :15 a.m.
Rehearsals: rehearsals 3/13, 3/20, 3/27 & 3/29 at7p.m.
WHO: open to all, current music ministry
participants and non-participants,
For more information, please contact: Eric Byrd
CONTACT INFO [email protected]
Fri., Mar. 30th
7 - 9 p.m.
Sanctuary
We invite you, your family, friends & neighbors to remember Jesus’ sacrifice that grants us
access to eternal life. We will embrace humility as we honor Christ through the messages of
Hope from 7 gifted preachers of the Gospel.
1st word Rev. John West, St John Baptist Church, Columbia, MD
2nd word Rev. Dr. Carletta Allen, Asbury United Methodist Church, Annapolis, MD
3rd word Rev. Starlette Thomas, Village Baptist Church, Bowie, MD
4th word Rev. Ojeda Hall, New Psalmist Baptist Church, Baltimore, MD
5th word Rev. Elizabeth Jones, 1st Baptist Church of Gilford, Columbia, MD
6th word Rev. Matthew Quainoo, Celebration Church, Columbia, MD
7th word Rev. Rickey Harvey, St John Baptist Church, Columbia, MD
Missions
Rebuilding Together Howard County. Sat., Apr. 28, 2018
Get your tool belts out, St John! St. We are assembling a team and “adopting a house” for
Rebuilding Together Howard County’s National Rebuilding Day. They provide free home re-
pairs to low-income families in Howard County. No home repair expertise is required. If you
are handy with a hammer or would like to come out and help someone in need, please con-
tact Sis. Cynthia Bailey, [email protected].
COLD WEATHER SHELTER
Mon., Mar. 19 – Sun., Mar. 25, 2018
We Need:
Sign up now by visiting:
http://www.signupgenius.com/
go/30e0f48a9a72ea1fd0-cold1
See the link on the SJBC computer kiosks!!!!
………………………………………………………………………………………. Today Missions Ministry Invites you to
Bridges to Housing Stability's Eighth Annual
"HOTTER THAN THOU” Chili Cook Off
Sun., Mar. 11, 2018, 12 Noon
Church of Resurrection
3175 Paulskirk Drive, Ellicott City, MD See bulletin board and Sis. Mae Beale at 301 596-2432 for more details.
……………………………………………………………………………………….
Attention All Leaders
On Easter Sunday we are requesting all leaders to park in the Long Reach High
School parking lot. Shuttle Transportation will be available to bring you to church
and back. Additional parking will be available on Lamb Skin Lane and you will be
transported to church via the golf cart. To God be the glory!
Adult Bible Study: Book of Job
Tues., Mar. 13, 7 p.m. & Wed., Mar. 14, 12 noon
Please register at http://discoversjbcevents.eventbrite.com.
For more information contact Rev. Ostein Truitt at [email protected].
The Health & Wholeness Ministry & the Columbia Chapter of
Delta Sigma Theta
Blood Drive, Sat., Mar. 17 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. SJBC Fellowship Hall
Drive benefits children with Sickle Cell Disease
Please come out and support this event
For more info contact Sis. Lisa Cooper Lucas (443) 418-8296
*******************************************************************************************************
Men’s Ministry - Coffee Talk with the Fellas With God’s guidance we can be great stewards while building a timeless legacy.
Date: Sat., Mar. 24, 9-11:30 a.m.
Location: SJBC - Rms.159-160
Theme: What it takes to build a timeless legacy
Lite breakfast will be served.
For more information please contact Dea. Henry Johnson: 443-677-1584
SJBC Wellness and Weight Loss Clinic Every Sat. 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Every Sun. 10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
COME JOIN THE THEATRE CLUSTER ON A BUS TRIP TO THE KENNEDY CENTER FOR
THE NEW MUSICAL PLAY,
"AIN'T TOO PROUD - THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS,”
ON SAT., Jul. 14, 2018 AT 2 P.M.
COSTS (INCLUDING BUS) - $135.00.
ALL TICKETS MUST BE PAID FOR BY TUES., MAY 29, 2018.
"Don’t miss this electrifying new musical about the greatest R&B group of all time."
A limited number of tickets are available.
Please contact: Sis. EVELYN ENGLISH:(443) 421-1229 OR Sis. JoANN BURNETT: (410) 262-2986
*******************************************************************************************************
*******************************************************************************************************
GIRL SCOUT SUNDAY – Mar. 18, 2018
All SJBC Girl Scouts of all levels are asked to wear their uniforms and invite your Troops to at-
tend services. As a service project, we are also collecting toiletries for the local homeless shel-
ter. All are encouraged to serve as greeters and participate during all 3 worship services. If you
would like to volunteer, please contact Pastor Rickey.
FEMININE PRODUCT DRIVE - Sat., Mar. 31, 2018
In partnership with Sugar Magazine, please join us in a Feminine Product Drive. St John is a col-
lection location for tampons & sanitary napkins for poverty stricken women across the DMV.
Donate today through Sun., Mar. 31, 2018 at the church office.
“JESUS” EASTER EGG HUNT
Members are asked to donate candy in support of the St John Easter Egg Hunt, Saturday
March 31 from 11AM-1PM. All children are invited to participate in the fun time as we
celebrate the Resurrection of Jesus Christ.
Join the Young Adult Cluster, this lively group of young professionals between 21 and 35 years
old, as we deepen our faith, engage in fellowship, and celebrate life to the fullest! The meet-
ings are on the 2nd, 3rd and 4th Wed. of the month at 8:00 p.m.
For more information contact Kimmy Hilson ([email protected]) and/or
Jonathan Alexander: 443-878-0525
Grief Share Ministry Support Group
Every Thurs. at 12 noon, beginning Feb., 2 , thru Apr., 26, 2018
Grief Share is a free seminar and support group for people who are grieving the death of
someone close to them. Join us for a journey from mourning to joy! The seminar is open to
all anytime during the 13 weeks!
The course is free, however the required workbook can be purchased ($15) when you
come to class.
For more information contact Rev. Ostein Truitt 410-992-6977 ext.1007
Rev. Kenneth Rogers is on the prayer line. Join him for prayer!!! Call: (410)-995-6089
Homebound Rainsford Trivers ◊ Ed Tucker ◊ Ruth Craigen ◊ Eunice Frazier (VA) ◊ Gayla Elder-Leak ◊ Thelma Giles ◊ Delores Thomas
Brighton Gardens Assisted Living
Iris Moran Lighthouse Senior Living
Otis & Mary Wyche Harmony Hall
Vivian Bowling
Week of 03-11-2018: Rev. Regina Mitchell 240-882-1079
If you desire a visit, please contact the Minister assigned for the week.
*Bold indicates new entries for this week.
OUR SICK: Margaret Johnson - Ed Tucker - Patricia Bradshaw - Karen Williams - Mary Ross - Charles Sommerville - Ruth Haggins - Bertha Richardson - Credella Carroll - Genise Barnes - Crystal Miller - Johnnie Williams - Peter Otomewo - Ben Wilson - Rev. Rose Robinson - Yvonne Clay - Joyce Estes - Diane Dyson - Edwina Britt - Rev. Rogers Barnes - Ramsey Alexander - Alan Kennedy - Connie Cain - Iris Moran - Victoria Brown - Melvin Shelton - Nancy Mullins - Elijah Brown
PRAYER DUE TO ILLNESS: Kyle Carothers’ father Charles - Elizabeth Gaynor’s sister - Sandra Penn’s
husband and Taylor’s dad - Deleanor Boone’s brother - Lorna Evans brother - Dea. Alfreda McCoy-Gwynn’s aunts- Dea. Adrienne Fleming’s mother - Michael Shoal - Darrah Hall’s cousin - Leslie Turner’s mother - Shanta Robertson’s mother - George Butler’s daughter - Myra Moorhead’s niece - Joyce Estes cousin - Dr. Clarence Hall’s niece, Elona Berry - Vergie Pope’s husband, Roy - Mary Jones niece, Ayana Meeks - Larry Moore (church guitarist) - Gbessi Kemah & Tenneh John-son son, Beyan Kemah - Michelle Rhodes-Brown’s mother and aunt - Angel Holmes’ friend - Lavenia Nesmith’s cousin - Cecily Christian’s sister-in-law - Kimberly Smith's brother - Victor Mullins’ mother - Leslie Hatcher’s grandmother
BEREAVEMENT: Ronald Britt lost his sister - Cheryl Hairston lost an uncle and a close friend -
Joanie West (former member)
The Evergreens
Jacqueline Vandervall Carolina Rehabilitation
Beulah Patterson
to church?
Transportation to the 8:00 a.m., and 10:15 a.m. Sunday Services is available by calling (410) 992-6977 ext. 1021. Please leave a detailed message on the previous Fri., before 5:00 p.m. with your name, the transportation need, and a contact number for someone from the Transportation Ministry to call you back and confirm.
HOW TO REACH OUR STAFF 410-992-6977
Senior Pastor Executive Director of Ministry & Operations Assistant Pastor Rev. Dr. Robert A.F. Turner Rev. Kenneth Rogers Rev. Dr. Ostein Truitt
Ext. 1006 Ext. 1023 Ext. 1007
[email protected] [email protected] [email protected]
Office #121 Office #118 Office #119
Assoc. Pastor for Pastoral Care Youth Pastor
Rev. Sadie Woolford Rev. Rickey Harvey
410-730-1839 Ext. 1014
[email protected] [email protected]
Office #111
Minister of Music Executive Assistant Receptionist/File Clerk Bro. Eric Byrd Sis. “V” Williams Sis. Jamira Livingston Ext. 1013 Ext. 1005 Ext. 1001 [email protected] [email protected] s [email protected] Office #136 Office #120
Operations Manager
Sis. Vera Miles
Ext. 1010
Office #112
Building Manager
Rev. John West
Ext. 1015
Office #112
MESSAGE NOTES Date:
Speaker:
Scripture:
Sermon Title:
POINTS TO REMEMBER
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
What decision will you make today?
I am committing my life to Christ.
I am renewing my commitment to Christ.
I would like to be baptized.
I would like to be a member of SJBC.
Sermon CDs are available in the Fellowship Hall.