"As the Father hath loved me, so have I loved you: continue ye in my love." 

John 15:9 KJV

FATHER'S DAY

"The annual holiday was started by Sonora Smart Dodd a few years after Mother's Day was first celebrated to "establish an official equivalent to Mother’s Day for male parents," per History.com. It was a success from the start: The first-ever Father's Day (called Fathers' Day at the time) was celebrated on June 19, 1910 in Washington state, although it wasn't named a national holiday until President Richard Nixon signed it into law in 1972."

Excerpt from "What is Father's Day? Everything to Know About the Holiday's Rich History ..."by Amanda garrity and Selena Barrientos Update: Apr 28, 2021, GOODHOUSEKEEPING

On this Father’s Day, what better example of a true father’s love than God the Father Himself! Our Father which art in heaven!

John 3:16 reads, “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, ”

The Father’s love for us is nowhere clearer and more compelling than in the sending of His only Son. He so loved us that He gave His only begotten Son.

And in 1 John 4:9-10 we read, “This is how God showed his love among us: He sent his one and only Son into the world that we might live through him. This is love: not that we loved God, but that he loved us and sent his Son as an atoning sacrifice for our sins.”

1 John 3:1 states, “See what great love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God! And that is what we are! The reason the world does not know us is that it did not know him.”

God loves us by not only making clear how He feels about us—stating His love and delight in us throughout the Bible—but also revealing who He is to us.

We are called His sons and daughters. God wants to be known and seen in this way which is why He draws on the affectionate language of Father and children.

Galatians 4:4-7 says, “But when the set time had fully come, God sent his Son, born of a woman, born under the law, to redeem those under the law, that we might receive adoption to sonship. Because you are his sons, God sent the Spirit of his Son into our hearts, the Spirit who calls out, “Abba, Father.” So you are no longer a slave, but God’s child; and since you are his child, God has made you also an heir.

To God Be The Glory, Jesus himself prayed to the Father, and He taught His followers to do the same, emphasizing the importance of addressing God as "Father". God the Father is the constant source of strength, wisdom, and hope to all Christians! God the Father, the First Person of the Trinity, is the Father and creator of all. Jesus, His only son showed us a new, intimate way of relating to Him. When we see God as our Heavenly Father, provider and protector, it puts our lives in a whole new perspective. Happy Father’s Day!

Sister Cathy Black

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• Join our Virtual Prayer Service by phone on Tuesday evenings from 7:00 pm to 7:30 pm Bible Study.
  
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• International Sunday School Lesson
  This Sunday's Lesson:  
  "Surrender Everthing To Christ" Philippians 3:7-14
  
  Lesson Nugget:
  In Philippians 3:7-14, Paul makes it perfectly clear that he counts the pursuit of fulfilling God's Call in Christ Jesus on his life above all other pursuits. His life goal is to put all his efforts in to winning the prize of approval of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus. He urged all who would hear to join him in this devotion to God's will for their lives
  
  Are we as Christians surrendering our lives to the pursuit of being in the will of God ?
  
  
• Next Sunday's Lesson: "The Way To Righteousness" Colossians 3:1-3, 5-17

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Historic Pleasant Green Missionary Baptist Church

PO Box 11845
Lexington, KY 40578

Upcoming Events

Virtual Prayer Service, 

Tuesday, June 17, 7:00 PM

Call: 253-215-8782;

Meeting ID: 685 433 0718

NO Choir Practice

Thursday, June 19, 6:30 pm

Virtual Bible Study, 

Saturday, June 21, 10 AM

In-Person & via Zoom

Call: 253-215-8782;

Meeting ID: 685 433 0718

40 Year Christians Group,

Saturday, June 21, 12 PM
In-Person & via Zoom

Call: 253-215-8782;

Meeting ID: 685 433 0718

Of course, we had to show our hard working, amazing fathers some love! So, in honor of Father's Day, the Youth Ministry hosted all the fathers, dads, grandfathers and uncles in their lives to a Father's Day Baseball Outing at the Legends Baseball Field this past Wednesday. What a fun time the Youth shared with their fathers and one another, along with a HOME win for the baseball team! Enjoying some popcorn, slushies, cheers, crowd participation chants, songs, dancing, pictures with "Mighty Lex" (mascot), and a "7th inning stretch" with the dads, the Youth presented them with a "special" Father's Day Coupon to enjoy together at a later time! It was truly a blessing to share with the Youth and all the fathers and "thank you" for everyone in attendance!

On behalf of the Youth Ministry, we invite any Youth (middle school and high school) to join us! Please contact Sis. Heather Happy (859.509.2927) for additional information! We welcome you! 

Happy Father's Day to all the fathers!

The Youth Ministry meets every 2nd Wednesday In-Person and every 4th Wednesday via Zoom (Meeting Id: 867 3355 4109) at 7:00 pm. Also please check your GroupMe for our weekly updates and reminders.

WE ARE ONE

Welcome to the 40 Year Christians' Cooking Corner! 

Here we will feature recipes from the 40 Year Christian Group. This week's recipe was submitted by Sister Alyce Emerson from Nutrition Education Program UK Cooperative Extension Service.

Blessings to all.

Sister Linda Gates, President

Everything Tuna Melts

Ingredients

3 cans (5 ounces each) tuna in water, drained

1 stalk celery, diced

1/2 small onion, diced

3 tablespoons mayonnaise

5 whole-wheat mini bagels, cut in half

1 large or 2 small apples, cored and sliced thinly

1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese

2 teaspoons everything bagel seasoning

Directions

1. Preheat the oven broiler on low.
2. Wash hands with warm water and soap, scrubbing at least 20 seconds.
3. Wash fresh produce under cool running water, using a vegetable brush to scrub veggies with a firm surface. Dry and cut to prepare for this recipe.
4. In a bowl, combine the tuna, celery, onion, and mayonnaise; mix well.
5. On a baking sheet, toast each side of the bagels under the broiler.
6. Divide and spread the tuna mixture on each of 10 bagel halves. Top with apple slices and cheese. Sprinkle with everything bagel seasoning.
7. Return the pan under the broiler for 3 to 5 minutes or until the cheese is melted. Serve immediately.
8. Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.

Makes 5 servings

Serving size: 2 bagel halves

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• Sister Beverly Bowman (Home)
  
  
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• Brother Marvin Emerson  (Home)
  
  
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• Brother Larry Leath (Home)
  
  
• Sister Lindsey Leath (Home)
  
  
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• Sister Elnora Miller (Home) (Mother of Sister Lisa Miller)
  
  
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• Sister Shirley Sharp (Maysville, KY) (Cousin of Sister Mary Thomas)
  
  
• Brother Doug Smith (Brother of Rev. Michael Smith) (Home, Louisville, KY)
  
  
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• Sister Cheryl "Midge" Taylor (Home)
  
  
• Sister Carol Thomas (Home)
  
  
• Brother Pete Thompson (Home)
  
  
• Sister Anna Ison-Walker (Home)
  
  
• Brother Kevin Walker (San Francisco, CA) (First Cousin of Rev. Freddie Moody)
  
  
• Sister Martha Warner (Home) (Mother of Sister Catherine Frye)
  
  
• Brother Deryl Washington (Home)
  
  

• Sister Tassa Wigginton (Home)
  
  

• Brother Leon Wilson (Home) (Brother-in-Law of Sister Mary Thomas)
  
  
• Each person listed on our Sick List
  
  
• HPGMBC Full Time Pastor Search Committee Members, their families and their work
  
  
• Victims of the California Wild Fires
  
  
• Families of the Children affected in war torn countries around the world
  
  
• Children orphaned due to war and worldwide crises
  
  
• Families affected by gun violence in our community and abroad
  
  
• COVID-19 Victims around the world
  
  
• The People of Ukraine
  
  
• Healthcare workers, First responders, etc.
  
  
• The Entire Pleasant Green Church Family
  
  
• Our our Local and National Government Officials

Heavenly Father, thank You for the generous heart You have shown us. Please help us to be generous too. Thank you for Jesus. In His Name. Amen

 {Adapted from Our Daily Bread,  June 12, 2025}

Thank You

Thank you to Sister Beverly Horton for her labor of love in making the thoughtful boutonnière for all of the fathers for Father's Day!

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Thank You

Thank you to Rev. Dr. Samuel U. Peoples for his thought card and gifts to all of the fathers for Father's Day!

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Keep Your Contact Information Updated

Please keep your contact information up to date. In case of emergencies, changes of service times, etc., every attempt will be made to contact church members as expeditiously as possible using text messages to cell phones, phone calls, and emails. You can update your contact information by calling the church at (859) 254-7387.

If you would like to volunteer in assisting with contacting members on the rare occasions when information needs to be communicated to the church membership quickly, please call the church and give your name and phone number.

Thank you in advance for your cooperation.

Hope For Mental Health

Mental illness brings shame and we think Jesus is ashamed of us too, He is NOT!

Our minds love to remind us of the past. We find ourselves looking back and focusing on our mistakes. As christians , we are challenged to look to what Christ has already done. When we see our scars, we need not be cast down because Christ has taken upon Himself the hurt, shame, pain, guilt, and sin. The power of the enemy holds no power over us because of the Precious Blood of the Lamb. We are redeemed by His overcoming power. Choose to see His scars that brings us life.

Author Katie Derango

Revised and Adapted by
Sarah Shelton Speed

If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health issues, please seek professional guidance.

FLU

Flu is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses that infect the nose, throat, and sometimes the lungs. It can cause mild to severe illness, and at times can lead to death.

Flu shots are available at local pharmacies. Consult your physician regarding a flu vaccination.

RSV

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a common, contagious virus that usually causes mild symptoms. In older adults and adults with certain underlying conditions, RSV can cause severe infections.

RSV shots are available at local pharmacies. Consult your physician regarding a RSV vaccination.

COVID-19

Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is an infectious disease caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus.

Most people infected with the virus will experience mild to moderate respiratory illness and recover without requiring special treatment. However, some will become seriously ill and require medical attention. Older people and those with underlying medical conditions like cardiovascular disease, diabetes, chronic respiratory disease, or cancer are more likely to develop serious illness. Anyone can get sick with COVID-19 and become seriously ill or die at any age.

The best way to prevent and slow down transmission is to be well informed about the disease and how the virus spreads. Protect yourself and others from infection by staying at least 1 metre apart from others, wearing a properly fitted mask, and washing your hands or using an alcohol-based rub frequently. Get vaccinated when it’s your turn and follow local guidance.

The virus can spread from an infected person’s mouth or nose in small liquid particles when they cough, sneeze, speak, sing or breathe. These particles range from larger respiratory droplets to smaller aerosols. It is important to practice respiratory etiquette, for example by coughing into a flexed elbow, and to stay home and self-isolate until you recover if you feel unwell.

Both COVID vaccines and Booster COVID vaccines are available at local pharmacies. Consult your physician regarding COVID vaccinations.

General Health Information

General Health information can be obtained from the Health Department. Contact information is below:

LEXINGTON-FAYETTE COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT
650 Newtown Pike
Lexington, KY 40508
(859) 252-2371.