Church Covenant
Having been led, as we believe, by the spirit of God to receive the Lord Jesus Christ as our Savior, and on the profession of our faith, having been baptized in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit, we do now in the presence of God, angels and this assembly, most solemnly and joyfully enter into covenant with one another, as one body in Christ.
We engage, therefore, by the aid of the Holy Spirit, to walk together in Christian love; to strive for the advancement of this Church, in knowledge and holiness; to give it a place in our affections, prayers and services above every organization of human origin; to sustain its worship, ordinances, discipline and doctrines; to contribute cheerfully and regularly, as God has prospered us, toward its expenses, for the support of a faithful and evangelical ministry among us, the relief of the poor, and the spread of the Gospel throughout the world. In case of a difference of opinion in the church, we will strive to avoid a contentious spirit, and if we cannot unanimously agree, we cheerfully recognize the right of the majority to govern.
We also engage to maintain family and secret devotions; to religiously educate our children; to seek the salvation of our kindred and acquaintances; to walk circumspectly in the world; to be kind and just to those in our employ, and faithful in the service we promise others; endeavoring in the purity of heart and good will towards all people to exemplify and commend our Holy faith.
We further engage to watch over, to pray for, to exhort and stir up each other unto every good word and work; to guard each other’s reputation, not needlessly exposing the infirmities of other; to participate in each other’s joys and with tender sympathy bear one another’s burdens and sorrows; to cultivate Christian courtesy; to be slow to give or take offense, but always ready for reconciliation, being mindful of the rules of our Savior in the eighteenth chapter of Matthew, to secure it without delay; and through life, amid evil report and good report, to seek to live to the glory of God who hath called us out of the darkness into God’s marvelous light.
When we remove from this place, we engage as soon as possible to unite with some other church, where we can carry on the spirit of this covenant and the principles of God’s Word.
Order of Worship
The Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost
Sunday, September 3, 2023
The Reverend Orville Brissett
The Reverend Kay Anderson
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..………..…….....The Reverend Kay Anderson
Prayer Chant………… ….The Lord’s Prayer…… …..Congregation
Musical Interlude……………………..………………………
The Hymn of Consecration….”There IsAFountainFilledWithBlood”...Congregation
Greeting our Visitors………………..……..…..Sister Rita Waters
Pastoral Emphasis & Scripture Lesson.........The Rev. Dr. Wayne E. Croft Sr., The Ministry of Giving
Offertory Prayer………...….….................Trustee Lo uise Bazemore
Announcements …..…….....................................................................
Prayer of Intercession…… …..……….…Deacon Reginald Weaver
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Ministry of Music
Sermonic
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 Dr. Wayne E. Croft Sr., “Giving God What God Wants”
Psalm 100 KJV
*Call to Discipleship
Holy Communion
The Words of Institution
The Purpose of our Gathering
The Prayer of Confession and Thanksgiving
Closing Prayer
And They Had Sung A Hymn
Choral Response.…...……………..…………………..………... **
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….“Amazing”........…Inspirational
Selection……..……
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SAVE THE DATE
Pastor Croft's 11th Anniversary
Sunday, September 24, 2023
Theme:
and Actions, Celebrating Rev. Dr. Wayne E. Croft, Sr.
By Word, Deeds
Scripture:
Romans 10: 14-15 (KJV): 14How then shall they call on him in whom they have not believed? and how shall they believe in him of whom they have not heard? and how shall they hear without a preacher? 15And how shall they preach, except they be sent? as it is written, How beautiful are the feet of them that preach the gospel of peace, and bring glad tidings of good things!
Sunday's Guest Preacher: Rev. Dr. James C. Perkins, Pastor Emeritus
Greater Christ Baptist Church in Detroit Michigan
There will be a Luncheon in the Fellowship Hall immediately after Sunday Service, Please use the link below to RSVP
Seating Capacity for the meal is limited to 224
https://stpaulsbaptist.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/1854819
Sign-up table will be in Elevator Lobby following Sunday Service
With a new school year upon us, it is important that we as community have a heightened awareness of the wellbeing of our children’s mental health.
Please join the St. Paul’s Baptist Health and Wellness Ministry
Where: St. Paul’s Baptist Church
1 Hagerty Boulevard
West Chester, PA 19382
When: Saturday, Sept 9, 2023 Time: 9:30 A.M. -11:30 A.M.
(Continental breakfast will be served)
Keynote Speaker
Dr. Rhonda Boyd
Clinical Psychologist Children’s Hospital
Associate Professor Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania
Moderator
Dr. Rolanda McDonald-Johnson
Pediatrician and Public Health Advisor
To submit specific questions for Dr. Rhonda Boyd please email: sarareeder@comcast.net
To register for program & breakfast please use QR code or Link
https://tinyurl.com/52yu6bbf
Sign-up table will be in Elevator Lobby following Sunday Service
PLEASE JOIN THE MEN'S AND WOMAN'S FELLOWSHIP SUNDAY, SEPT 10, 2023 IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING SERVICE ST. PAUL'S BAPTIST CHURCH WE ARE CELEBRATING EVERYBODY'S BIRTHDAY Please use QR Code or link to RSVP https://tinyurl.com/y62ryxtr Sign-up table will be in Elevator Lobby following Sunday Service
Going on vacation this Summer? Need a couple of good books to read?
May we suggest:
What the Fireflies Knew
by Kai Harris
& The House of Eve
by Sadeqa Johnson
Then join the Yada Yada Book Ministry for the discussion on September 15, 2023
@ 6:30 PM
St. Paul’s Baptist Church Room 308
West Chester, PA Hope to see you then!!
Please use QR Code or link to RSVP
https://tinyurl.com/bdh2kztf
Please use the link or QR code below to RSVP
https://tinyurl.com/2yan8u49
St. Paul’s Baptist Church Clothing Ministry
The St. Paul’s Clothes Closet is open every Tuesday from 1:00p.m. – 4:00p.m. (These are our regular business hours). We are also open on Thursdays by appointment only. Please call the church office at 610.692.2446, and someone will meet you there (as needed) during regular office business hours. (Mon.– Fri. 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.) However, should an emergency arise on any other day, please call the church and arrangements will be made to meet you there as quickly as possible.
We are also continuing to accept men’s and women’s spring and summer clothing, shoes, etc., but are especially in need of children’s clothes. Clothing may be dropped on during the regular church hours listed above. Thank you. PLEASE HELP US SPREAD THE WORD! – Tell your Neighbors, friends, and family members! ALL CLOTHING IS FREE!
ISAIAH 52:1 “Awake, O Zion, clothe yourself with strength, put on your garments of splendor ”.
St. Paul’s Baptist Church Deaconess & Missionary
Ministries
Pill Bottle Donation
Target Shipment
Date Sept. 24, 2023
Matthew 25: Ministries pill bottle program fulfills the dual needs of improving medical care in developing countries and caring for our environment.
Pill bottles can be placed in designated bins located near the 3 central church exits
For further information, please contact the church office
The Rev. Wayne E. Croft, Sr., Pastor
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Rockland Place (Assisted Living).
Sister Geneva Porter-Room 230
1519 Rockland Road Wilmington, DE 19803
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Sister Deedra Matthews-Room 226
1120 West Chester Pike
West Chester, PA 19382 at'iJ-lome
Deacon Jesse Craig
Sister Lurerlene Crook
Brother Lynell Laws
Brother Albert "Skeater" Hill
Sister Judith Thomas
Church Family the following three items will help us serve with greater efficiency:
Any items that you need to be placed in the Sunday Bulle�n must be submited 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.
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 2 weeks out.
Any item of informa�on for Pastoral Emphasis, or if you are reques�ng to make an announcement on Sunday, must be submited 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.
Acknowledgements.......Condolences
Dear Pastor Croft and the St. Paul’s Church Family, Thank you so much for your outpouring of love during our recent illnesses. Your visits, meals, cards, calls, texts, flowers, devotionals, rides to appointments and especially your love and prayers were very much appreciated. We feel very blessed to be part of such a loving church.
Peace and Blessings, Orlando and Sheri Lawrence
Prayer Request …… Please keep Sister Alice Faulkner in prayer as she recovers from a recent illness.
St. Paul’s extends sincere sympathy to the following families…… Brother Phillip Richardson at the loss of his son, Lonnie Richardson and Deaconess Barbra Walters at the loss of her aunt, Mrs. Vernell Little-Jenkins.
In
observance of Labor Day, the office will be closed Monday, September 4th.
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