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SUNDAY SCHOOL LESSON -- APRIL 11, 2021
"Ezra: Faith and Action Preacher"
Background:
 Ezra 9-10
Devotional Reading: Ezekiel 18:25-32

Keep in Mind

"And Ezra the priest stood up, and said unto them, Ye have transgressed ...  to increase the trespass of Israel. Now therefore make confession unto the LORD God of your fathers, and do his pleasure: and separate yourselves from the people of the land." (Ezra 10:10-11, KJV)

 



WEEKLY BIBLE VERSE -- SEPTEMBER

Saint John Baptist Church

September 04, 2023   Time: TBA
Location: 3404 West Beltline Boulevard, Columbia, SC 29203

WEEKLY BIBLE VERSE

The Lord is my strength and my shield;
my heart trusts in him, and he helps me.
My heart leaps for joy,
and with my song I praise him

Psaml 28:7







GYWA CommUNITY Baby Shower

Saint John Baptist Church

September 09, 2023   Time: 4:10 PM
Location: 3404 West Beltline Boulevard, Columbia, SC 29203

Greetings

The GYWA commUNITY Baby Shower is September 9 and we need your support with our service project.  Attached are the ways you can support this year.  Thanks in advance for giving towards helping needy moms, moms-to-be, and caregivers of infants 0-3 months. It is not too late to support this event.
 
Link to purchase patron items:  https://bit.ly/GYWABabyShower
Link to sponsor diaper bag:  https://bit.ly/GYWABabyShowerDBPartner
Download the flyer:  Community Baby Shower

Checks can also be made payable to GYWA and mailed to PO Box 3754, Columbia, SC 29230.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FROM THE GMO PRESIDENT:

Hello Sisters,

You still have time to help us with the commUNITY Baby Shower.  We will be accepting baby shower donations on Saturday, August 26 from 9 am - 2 pm and Thursday, August 31 from 4 pm - 7 pm.  The drop-off location for both days is Brookland Health & Wellness Center (Gym), 1066 Sunset Blvd, West Columbia, SC.  If you prefer to make a monetary donation, please make checks payable to GYWA and mail to PO Box 3754, Columbia, SC 29230.  Thanks in advance for all your support.

We will be accepting the following items:  

Diapers, Lactation Supplies, Car Seat Cover, Gift Card, Baby Laundry Detergent, Receiving Blanket, Hooded towel, Sleeper, Car Seat, Playpen, Washcloth, Sippy Cup, Sanitary Pads, Stroller, Baby Lotion, Baby Bottles, Baby Wipes, Pacifier, Baby Body Wash, Onesies, Baby Bottle Brush, Baby Bibs, Baby Oil, Rattle/Teething Ring.

FLYER ANNOUNCEMENT:  BELOW:



CHURCH MEMBERSHIP UPDATE FORM

Saint John Baptist Church

September 10, 2023  -  December 24, 2023   Time: 12:00 AM
Location: COMPLETE MEMBERSHIP ONLINE FORM
Contact: Church Office
Phone: 803-254-4170
Email: [email protected]

CHURCH MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION
E-MAIL ADDRESS and CELL PHONE NUMBER


Dear Members

We would like to keep our membership informed about Church events, business, and emergencies (should they arise).  Therefore, we are asking that you please upddate your mailing address, telephone number, and share with us your e-mail address and cell phone number by completing the online "Church Membership" form. 

Also you may pick up a form on the desk in the "Welcome Center" in the Church vestibule for you to complete and submit directly to the church office.  

Thank you.

View Membership Form



Understanding the Bible Sunday School

SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS

September 10, 2023  -  September 03, 2023   Time: 9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
Contact: Wilbert Lewis
Phone: 803
Email: [email protected]

Greetings! 

Just a reminder, our Zoom and In-person Sunday School class is scheduled for tomorrow, Sunday, September 10th, 9:00 AM.  The In-person class will meet in the Conference Room and we will Zoom from the same location. 
 
The discussion outline is attached.                
 
 
Blessings and Peace,
 
Deacon Lewis
 
 
 
Join Zoom Meeting
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Meeting ID: 516 903 5380

LESSONBELOW:

Saint John Baptist Church – Sunday School

Jesus Responds to Human Needs

Lesson #2 Mark 1:35 – 3:6

September 10th 2023:

 Objectives:  To (1) notice how Jesus responded to human needs; and (2) feel compassion for needy in our day.

 Jesus Prays and Heals (1:35-45): Jesus knew the value of renewing His vitality.  Here we see He cut short His sleep time to pray in solitude.  Later Jesus removed leprosy from a man by touching him.  News of this miracle aroused such excitement that Jesus found it difficult to continue ministering in the area.

  • Am I more like the disciples, who sought the action at the expense of prayer, or like Jesus, who was committed to prayer no matter what?
  • What risks do we sometimes face when we reach out to a need person?
  • What kinds of people do I tend to avoid? How can I overcome my reluctance to be with them?

 

  1. Jesus Forgives Sins (2:1-12): When some determined men brought a paralyzed friend of theirs to Jesus, He surprised everyone present by first pronouncing the man’s sins forgiven.  Then Jesus healed the man, proving His authority to forgive sins.

 

  • Ask Yourself – Who among my acquaintances has a need I can meet?

 

  1. Jesus Calls Levi (2:13-17): Jesus called Levi (Matthew), a tax collector, to become one of His disciples.  Then Jesus scandalized some Pharisees by eating with this new follower and others the Pharisees disapproved of.

 Ask Yourself – Am I willing to risk my reputation by associating with outcasts who need Jesus?

 Jesus is Asked About Fasting (2:18-22): In response to a question, Jesus explained that it would be inappropriate for His followers to fast while He was with them physically. 

  1. Then Jesus used two parables to show that the new way of life He taught could not fit within the Jewish religion of His day.
  • Which rituals, traditions, or forms have I found distracting? Which have I found helpful in my walk with Jesus?

 Two Sabbath Conflicts (2:23-3:6) One Sabbath Jesus’ disciples were accused of violating a religious law by picking grain. In defending them, Jesus used an Old Testament example to show that human well-being is more important than man-made interpretations of the law.  On another Sabbath, Jesus Himself broke a regulation by healing a man.  But beforehand He declared that it is always right to do good on the Sabbath.

  • Are there any human laws that tend to keep me from meeting people’s needs?
  • What are some modern scenarios in which a Christian would have to choose between obeying God or obeying man?

 

 



BIBLE STUDY - SEPTEMBER 2023

Saint John Baptist Church

September 13, 2023   Time: 6:00 PM
Contact: Church Office
Phone: 8032544170
Email: [email protected]

BIBLE STUDY 
Join Us 
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2023
6:00 p.m.


 



BIBLE BASICS

Saint John Baptist Church

September 14, 2023   Time: 12:05 AM
Location: YOUTUBE, FACEBOOK, AND SAINT JOHN WEBSITE
Contact: Minister Harry Patterson

BIBLE BASICS
Presented by
Minister Harry Patterson
Thursday, September 14, 2023
7:00 p.m.
Facebook, YouTube and Saint John Baptist Website
Don't Miss this informative presentation!

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD:
CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD:  BIBLE BASICS Lessons
CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD:  BIBLE BASICS QUESTIONS



CONGRATULATIONS! ALEXIA GORDON

September 22, 2023   Time: 12:31 AM

TUNE IN!
Friday, September 22, 2023
9:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Spectrum Channel 91







COMMUNION SERVICE

Saint John Baptist Church

October 01, 2023   Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Saint John Baptist Church, 3404 West Beltline Boulevard, Columbia, SC 29203
Contact: Church Office
Phone: 18032544170
Email: [email protected]

COMMUNION SUNDAY
October 1, 2023
10:00 A.M.

THE BOARD OF DEACONS AND TRUSTEES

will distribute
COMMUNION PACKETS
Monday through Friday in the Church Office
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.



GMO MONTHLY MEETING - OCTOBER 2023

Saint John Baptist Church

October 06, 2023   Time: 6:00 PM
Location: Virtual Via Zoom
Contact: Wanda Turner
Phone: 803-254-4170

Greetings
 
 
 
GENERAL MISSIONARY MONTHLY MEETING
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2023
6:00 P.M.
 
Welcome back! Welcome back!! Welcome back!!!   GMO will meet Friday, October 6, 2023 at 6 pm via Zoom.  
 Have a blessed week! See you Friday at 6 pm! Smile


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