Bulletin for 02252024

February 25,2024

The Second Sunday in Lent

Adult Sunday School @ 9:30 AM

Sunday In-Person and Livestream Worship Service @ 10:45AM

“You are the light of the world. A city built on a hill cannot be hid.”

Matthew 5:14 NRSV

The Church on the Hill, Near the Cross, In the Word and on the move for Christ

Order of Worship

The Second Sunday in Lent

Sunday, February 25, 2024

Rev. Orville Brissett

Rev. Dr. Traci e Gatewood

Minister of Music and Worship Arts Worship Leader

Praise and Worship

The Call to Worship

The Choral Introit……… Holy, Holy, Holy….…........Congregation

Prayer of Invocation..….…………..Reverend Dr. Tracie Gatewood

Prayer Chant………… ….The Lord’s Prayer…… …..Congregation

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Musical Interlude……………………..………………………

The Hymn of Consecration.. …“Lift Every Voice and Sing“…Inspirational Choir * ***

Youth Black History Spotlight…………… …...…….Elijah Ryans

Greeting our Visitors…..………………........Sister Sheena Sanford

Pastoral Emphasis & Scripture Lesson..................................Deacon Woodford

The Ministry of Giving

Offertory Prayer…….….................................Trustee Derrick Gilbert **

Prayer of Intercession…… …

Vaughn Jennings

Choral Response.…...……………..…………………..………...

The Ministry of Music

Sermonic Selection…………...“Siyahamba”……..…..Inspirational Choir

“We don’t need another political uprising. We don’t need another conqueror on the scene. What we need is a special word, that will bond within our hearts and give us direction from above. We need a Word from the Lord. A Word from the Lord. Just one Word from the Lord, will remove all the doubts and cause the sun to shine and give peace of mind. Speak Lord, Speak Lord.”

The Ministry of Preaching

The Reverend Tamieka Nicole Gerow Luke 1:26-38 NRSV

*Call to Discipleship

Departing to Serve

*Please Stand **Ushers May Seat Worshippers ***Congregation Seated Worship with us online at https://stpaulsbaptist.org/

Rev. Tamieka Nicole Gerow is a native of Philadelphia, PA. She received her early education in the public schools of Philadelphia and her Bachelor of Arts from Eastern University. With an innate ability to inspire people from all walks of life, she remains committed to her Christian walk, ministry and her education. With a thirst to better understand the Word and will of God, she enrolled in the Master of Divinity program as a Kern Scholar at Samuel DeWitt Proctor School of Theology, Virginia Union University and graduated in 2008. While attending STVU, Rev. Gerow received a certificate in Congregational Pastoral Care from the Virginia Institute of Pastoral Care, Inc. In 2013, she completed a certificate program in Theology at the Princeton Theological Seminary. While in the process of certificate completion, she was the first student to become a mentor to the following cohort members. She is rock solid in her faith, yet her mind is open to new opportunities to understand and exercise her faith.

Rev. Tamieka Nicole Gerow earned her Heart of Leadership Coaching® Certification and Registered Corporate Coach™ designation through the Worldwide Association of Business Coaches. She is designated a Certified Practitioner for Everything DiSC®.

Rev. Tamieka Nicole Gerow is a Leadership Coach and Facilitator with Impact Business Coaches, a firm that works with people around the world to help them achieve their goals, live their best lives, and create legacies of impact. She has a passion to support emerging leaders, especially when they grapple with the challenges of finding work/ life harmony. Drawing on her diverse background as a mother, pastor, leader, and educator, she supports her clients in achieving wholistic success in life.

This proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated is the doting mother of Kennedy Noelle and Keon Nicholas Xavier.

Inspired by Luke 4:18, she is often heard saying, “I must be faithful to this moment in time that God has given me. I recognize that the anointing on my life is tied to the needs of others; someone somewhere is counting on what God has placed inside of me.”

Welcome Our New Office Manager

Minister Marshall Washington was raised in Nassau County, NY under the watchful eye of his parents, Rev. Herman & Denise A. Washington. He received Jesus Christ as His Lord and Savior at the age of 6 and served faithfully at Shiloh Baptist Church, in Rockville Centre, NY for over 20 years. He participated in various choirs, the Sunday School, Prayer Team, Youth and Young Adult Ministry, and was always willing to lend a helping hand. Additionally, Minister Marshall served as a Church Administrative Assistant, Altar Counselor, New Member’s Class Teacher and eventually was licensed as an Associate Minister under his father and pastor. In recent years, Marshall felt led by the Holy Spirit to continue the Lord’s Ministry in the City of Philadelphia. Currently, he is an active member of Epiphany Fellowship Church under the pastorate of Dr. Eric Mason. He also is a Community Team Leader for the ETHOS Millennial Ministry of Sharon Baptist Church, under the leadership of Rev. Keith W. Reed Jr. Minister Marshall currently resides in Bear, DE. Life Verse:

“Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.

Him, and He shall

Annual Black Annual Black History Program History Program

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 24TH

3:00 PM

HOLD THE DATE!

ZOOM CHURCH MEETING

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2024

2:00 PM

Save the date!! Sat April 13th Department Chairs & Ministry Leaders Workshop

ARE YOU READY???

St. Paul’s Baptist Church

Women’s Day of Discipleship

Andtakeheedtoyourselves,lestatanytimeyourheartsbeoverchargedwithsurfeiting(overindulgence), anddrunkenness,andcaresofthislife,andsothatdaycomeuponyouunawares.

Forasasnareshallitcomeonallthemthatdwellonthefaceofthewholeearth. Watchyetherefore,andprayalways,thatyemaybeaccountedworthytoescapeallthese thingsthatshallcometopass,andtostandbeforetheSonofman.

Luke21:34-36KJV

Sisters it’s time to Register!!!

Registration will be open:

Sunday, February 4, 2024, to Sunday, March 3, 2024

Please register using the link or QR code below.

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Why We Need

"Black History is American History"

Join Seba Enrichment Academy as we discuss and reflect on the role and impact African Americans have played in shaping the United States.

Our ministry will again provide exciting opportunities to dig deeper into connections with our rich African past and share our resilience as a people.

We will also share full and inclusive civics and history education that will ensure opportunities to learn about the contributions of Black Americans not only during February but throughout the entire year.

Our classes are for all ages, youth - adults.

• Once registered, you will be notified of workshop topics, special guests, field trips and dates.

Questions contact: sebaenrichmentacademy@gmail.com

Do you have/or know someone with a special talent? Whether it may be singing, dancing, or spoken word, we are looking for someone to be part of our program. If so, please contact Bro. David Durnell or the church office.

The next volunteers meeting will be on Sunday, March 3, 2024 immediately following morning service in Kitchen Side Fellowship Hall

We will be handing out assignments to the volunteers and have a mock trial run of the dinner.

Chairperson – Brother David Durnell, Evangelism Ministry

Co-Chair - Trustee Dwayne Loper

Co-Chair - Sister Pam White, Missionary Ministry

Home Daily Bible Readings

MONDAY

“God’s Plan for Welfare and Hope” (Jeremiah 29:8-14)

TUESDAY

“All Things Were Created in Christ” (Colossians 1:13-20)

WEDNESDAY

“God Will Complete His Work” (Philippians 1:3-11)

THURSDAY

“God Works for Our Good” (Romans 8:19-28)

FRIDAY

“God Plans our Steps” (Proverbs 16-1-9)

SATURDAY

“God’s Consuming Judgement” (Habakkuk 1:5-17)

SUNDAY

“Living by Faith” (Habakkuk 2:1-5)

Thank you & Condolences.

Thank you,

It’s already hard to imagine our world without you in it because you have always been here with us �...

On Friday, February 16th, God called home our beautiful mother, grandmother, aunt, cousin, devoted friend and forever Golden Girl Ethel Moss post running a mighty good race for 101 years. She was truly a tremendously BLESSED lady. We will be forever grateful for the priceless gift God gave us for soooo many abundant and wonderful years! Mom Mom was a real life gem � � � .

Our family appreciates the outpouring of love, support, calls, cards, and many prayers that have been uplifted so far!

Mrs. Moss has earned her rest! Although her presence will be greatly missed, her dynamic legacy and the innumerable nuggets of wisdom she showered on us down through the years will continue to live on through her family and friends both far and wide!

Thank you,

Jeanne Smith & Family

Thank you St Paulians..

Whether you kept us in your thoughts and prayers, sent a lovely arrangement, gave a memorial donation, or helped out in any way, your love and kindness brought us great comfort and joy to be remembered forever.

Will Carter and Family.

MembersInNursingHomes andHospitals

Rockland Place (Nursing Home)

Sister Geneva Porter-Room 230

1519 Rockland Road

Wilmington, DE 19803

Pembrooke (Nursing Home)

Sister Deedra Matthews-Room 226

1120 West Chester Pike

West Chester, PA 19382

MembersConvalescingatHome

Deacon Jesse Craig

Sister Lurerlene Crook

Brother Lynell Laws

Brother Albert "Skeater" Hill

Sister Sonya Combs-Adams

Deacon Judy Harris

New Year

New Start

New Job Opportunities

Are you looking for a fresh start to 2024? Are you looking for a career change?

ASt. Paul’s Baptist Church of West Chester is looking to fill the following full time, in office, staffing positions:

Technical Administrative Assistant - Monday to Friday 9:00 - 4:00

Our Technical Administrative Assistant shall provide back up support for the Church Administrative Manager and clerical support as assigned, while also working in alignment with all church staff members and contributing to support daily effective and efficient church operations. Some of the ways this will be done is through the creation of accurate and inspiring church communications, inclusive of the Sunday service and special event bulletins, support of church projects, day to day activities such as answering the telephone and doorbell, handling questions from walk-in members and visitors, general record keeping, and other duties as assigned.

Bookkeeper - Monday to Friday 9:00 - 4:00

We are looking for a reliable and detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join our church staff. The general function of the Bookkeeper is to perform bookkeeping responsibilities required for conducting the operations of the church. Confidentiality and loyalty are to be kept in the highest ethical regard and sound judgement should be exercised in the performance of bookkeeping responsibilities. The Bookkeeper will work closely with the Pastor, Trustees, Church Treasurer, and our accountant. Primary qualifications include bookkeeping and/or accounting experience in Accounts Payable and Receivables, account maintenance, and payroll procedures; proficiency and/or experience in Quick Books, Excel, and various other office software.

Additional information and more details regarding all positions and responsibilities can be found by searching “St. Paul’s Baptist Church” on INDEED.com where you can submit your resume If interested.

Church Family the following items will help us serve with greater efficiency:

 Any items that you need to be placed in the Sunday Bulle�n must be submitted to the Church Office by noon on Wednesday. You may email your announcement informa�on to assistantsecretary@stpaulsbap�st.org. If informa�on is received a�er the deadline, it will be placed in the next upcoming Sunday Bulle�n.

 Announcements will only be placed in the bulletin 3 weeks prior to the event.

 Any in-service Ministry announcements can be sent to spbcannouncementministry@gmail.com. They will announce Pastoral Emphasis and St. Paul’s ministry news only. The deadline is Monday to be announced 3 weeks out.

 Any item of informa�on for Pastoral Emphasis, or if you are reques�ng to make an announcement on Sunday, must be submitted by noon on Friday. You may either call 610.692.2446 Ext. 140 or email your announcement informa�on to churchoffice@stpaulsbap�st.org. We realize that things do happen between Friday and Sunday and that the need may arise wherein someone has to get a note to Pastor. However, in an effort to give Pastor minimal distrac�ons on Sunday mornings as he prepares for worship, aside from an emergency, please refrain from sending a note to Pastor reques�ng that he make an announcement.

 Weekend Church Sexton Saturday and Sundays

 REACTIVATION of the SAFETY & SECURITY MINISTRY

Do you take safety and security seriously?

Do you have a special skill set that could benefit the safety and security ministry?

Did you serve on the safety and security ministry previously? If you answered yes to any of these questions then please use the tiny URL to express interest in serving on the ministry.

ST. PAUL'S BAPTIST CHURCH

MARTIN LUTHER KING PLAZA

ONE HAGERTY BOULEVARD WEST CHESTER, PA 19382

PHONE: 610-692-2446

FAX: 610-692-7582

EMAIL: CHURCHOFFICE@STPAULSBAPTIST.ORG

WWW.STPAULSBAPTIST.ORG