COP-LionsRoar-October

One Year After Receiving Her Reward In Glory Mom's Legacy Is As Strong As Ever Pastor Joel R. Peebles

There is not an hour that goes by when I am not reflective of the amazing life lived by my Mother. I can still feel Pastor Joel Peebles and the Late the warmth Apostle Betty Peebles of her touch and that wonderful smile she exhibited each time she uncovered a deep revelation embedded within God's Word.

and Johnny preaching and teaching up the proverbial “Storm in Glory;” I, like you, miss her so much. The 12th of this month marks one year since her departure and approximately two years since she physically stepped into the sanctuary.

And while she has crossed over to her reward, I can still feel her spirit. Her heartbeat is felt in the inners of my soul.

Her words still ring in my ears and her wisdom is a guiding force of my life. The greatest thing about that is I know you feel the same heartbeat and the closeness of her soul.

As her only remaining child of birth, I miss my mother. But I take such great homage in realizing that she has left me thousands of brothers and sisters, like you, to love and cherish. So while, during this month, there might be a tear in our eyes, remember Mom’s Words... "Keep loving...Keep praising and never forget to give God All The Glory!!!"

As a small child, I remember leaping into her lap with excitement as she sang songs from old black and white movies, which we watched together on channel 13's Late Show and the Late, Late Show. Such songs as A Bushel and A Peck and Pillow Talk still ring in my ears today. Her melodious voice was also loved by all those in the congregation who heard her sing the I love you, songs that have become our most cherJoel(known to Mom as "Joey") ished, Oh Happy Day or He'll Do It Again.

While her public ministry was one of the most significant ever known in the Body of Christ, I take the greatest happiness in having shared intimate, private moments with her. Times when we stayed up all night playing "Connect Four" (I was never able to win against her); or when I had the humbling opportunity to study with her. Her ability to dissect scripture awed me and pushed me to want to be just like her. Personally, I could not have had a better, teacher, mentor and mother than she.

And while I know she is with Dad, Jamie

Giving Care Team Elder Brenda Allen 301-967-6799 Elder Terrance Cook 301-596-9899 Min. Clayton Hunter 240-607-9646 Min. Irelene Scott 202-832-7785 Dea. Karen Burrows 301-203-0717

Jericho Christian Training Center/ College Sets “One Day Enrollment Record” On Sunday, Sept. 18, Jericho Christian Training Center/ College set an enrollment record when on one day, over 400 people registered for fall classes. Since then hundreds of others have become enrolled in classes that teach everything from financial stewardship to better managing your personal and professional relationships.

“The Bible is very clear on the fact that we as Christians must be students of God’s Word,” said Pastor Joel R. Peebles.

In a continual effort to foster a deeper understanding of God’s Word and His Will, the classes are offered at no charge.

“We are sowing seeds of knowledge that the wealth of knowledge that our members will gain will advance the Kingdom,” said Pastor Peebles.

Registration is held Monday through Friday from 1 p.m. until 7 p.m. For more information call 301-333-0856.

Upcoming Events: Mark Your Calendar MEN & WOMEN EXHORTING ONE ANOTHER Meets every first Saturday of the month at 10:00 a.m.

This is a powerful morning of praise, worship and teaching.

MEN’S MINISTRIES “J.A.M.I.E.” - Meets every first Saturday of the month at 9:00 a.m. in the college.

Men of Valor Youth Group – Meets every 2nd, 3rd, & 4th Mondays.

Ntegrity Cell Group – Meets Monday through Saturday weekly.

Oct 5th Pastor Joel R. Peebles, Sr. will be preaching at Pastor Steve Young’s church.

Holy Christian House of Praise For All People 5110 Nannie Helen Burroughs Washington, D.C. 20019 Oct 30th Hallelujah Night - Family Day activities after church Location: School Gym Activities: Indoor Laser Tag, Mega Balloon Bounce, Food, Clowns & Real Christian Fun Free to all

Each Sunday, Pastor’s 8 a.m. and 11a.m. messages, can be found on http://cityofpraisechurch.com/sermons.html -The Double Portion -Healing -What To Do When It Seems Like Salvation Doesn’t Work?

-Is it Possible to Lose Your Salvation -Head Faith vs. Heart Faith -Nine Basic Things On Which God Will Judge the Believer -Back To Basic

SOCIAL MEDIA TOOLS Receive updates and daily messages from Pastor Joel and First Lady Ylawnda by dialing 72727 and texting PRAISEHIM. City of Praise Church is also on Twitter (@jerichochurchmd) and Facebook

Bible Quiz Challenge: Knowledge is Power Take the challenge. Knowledge is Power. We want to encourage you to be in The Word. The Bible will renew your hope and strength as you know the richness of His promises.

1) Fill in the blanks: "_____ God, and keep his commandments: for this is the whole ____ of man."

A)Hate, nature B) Fear, duty C) Serve, plan D) Love, honor 2) How many of Jesse's sons did Samuel reject before choosing David as King?

A) Five B) Six C) Seven D) Eight 3) Jesus was a descendent of which tribe of Israel?

A) Judah B) Benjamin C) Levi D) Dan

4) Who encouraged his brothers to sell Joseph?

A) Reuben B) Dan C) Levi D) Judah 5) What city did Abraham ask God not to destroy?

A) Jerusalem B) Sodom C) Jericho D) Bethlehem 6) Who is known as the mother of nations?

A) Eve B) Esther C) Sarah D) Mary The first person to email all correct answers to coplionsroar@gmail.com will be featured in next month’s issue of Lion’s Roar and treated to lunch with Pastor Joel and First Lady Ylawnda. A limousine will be your chariot.

City of Praise Photo of the Month

Adeniji and Yemi Akinladenu register for Jericho College Classes.

Ministry Moments These are just some of the great moments of the last year.

• Boys Town Outreach Project • Youth Jam Night w/ Outreach 24/7 • Yolanda Adams Health & Wellness Tour • Forgive & Live Campaign Kick-off • Family & Friends Day Carnival • Member Meet/Greet & Reception w/ Outreach 24/7 • Leaders Appreciation Dinner • Helps Ministry Appreciation Dinner • Maurette Brown-Clark • Leadership Training & Development w/ Willie Jolley • Couples Valentine Celebration • Singles Valentine Celebration • Praise Dancers Leadership Training • Praise Dancers Pizza Party • Martha Munizzi Concert • Anti-Bullying Campaign

• Comedy Night w/ Sean Sarvis and Friends • Leadership Luncheon @ Carolina Kitchen • Jericho Christian Training Center College Registration Kick-off • Summer Fest w/ Dr. I.V. Hilliard, James Brown & Senator C. Anthony Muse • Old School vs New School Basketball Game

COP Celebrity Hot Youth Pics!

We want to shine a light on all of the fabulous things that you do. Send an email to coplionsroar@gmail.com. Tell us about your academic, community service, athletic and other special accomplishments. Let the Lion’s Roar share your news with the City of Praise Family!

"And afterward, I will pour out my Spirit on all people.

Your sons and daughters will prophesy, your old men will dream dreams, your young men will see visions.”

Joel 2:28

City of Praise Family, Let the Lion’s Roar ROAR about You!

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