"But I will have mercy upon the house of Judah, and will save them by the LORD their God, and will not save them by bow, nor by sword, nor by battle, by horses, nor by horsemen."  Hosea 1:7 KJV

This month we’re focusing on children in the Bible. And throughout scripture, we are reminded that Jesus absolutely adored children and rebuked the disciples when they tried to keep them from Him.

Luke 18:15-17 reads… “People were also bringing babies to Jesus for him to place his hands on them. When the disciples saw this, they rebuked them. But Jesus called the children to him and said, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these. Truly I tell you, anyone who will not receive the kingdom of God like a little child will never enter it.”

This morning, we meet a young boy named Samuel!

Samuel was dedicated to God by his mom, Hannah after she persistently prayed for a child. When Samuel was around four years old, he was taken to the tabernacle to serve under Eli the priest. Even as a child, Samuel was given his own tunic, a garment normally reserved for a priest. Samuel was a prophet and heard from God:

1 Samuel 3:10 says, “The Lord came and stood there, calling as at the other times, ‘Samuel! Samuel!’ Then Samuel said, ‘Speak, for your servant is listening.’”

Dedicated to the temple when he was just a baby, Samuel was destined to lead an extraordinary life. As Samuel grew, his prophetic gift increased.

1 Samuel 3:19 says, “The Lord was with Samuel as he grew up, and he let none of Samuel’s words fall to the ground.” Significantly and incredibly, it was Samuel who chose David to be king of Israel.

To God Be the Glory for Samuel! The main theme throughout Samuel’s life is that God alone should receive the glory and honor. A key verse in the life of Samuel relates his words to King Saul in 1 Samuel 15:22: “But Samuel replied: ‘Does the Lord delight in burnt offerings and sacrifices as much as in obeying the voice of the Lord? To obey is better than sacrifice, and to heed is better than the fat of rams’”. Obedience to God’s Word must always be our top priority!

Sister Cathy Black

WEEKLY ACTIVITIES

• Join our Virtual Prayer Service by phone on Tuesday evenings from 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm Bible Study from 8:00 pm to 9:00 pm.
  
  Call: 253-215-8782 or 301-715-8592;
  Additional Phone Numbers:
  564-217-2000; 646-558-8656;
  646-931-3860
  Meeting ID: 685 433 0718
  
  
• Radio broadcasts Saturdays 9:00 am and 3:00 pm as well as Sundays at 7:30 am on WJMM FM 99.1
  
• International Sunday School Lesson
  This Sunday's Lesson:
    
  "Eternal Life In The Alpha And Omega" Revelation 22:12-21
  
  Lesson Nugget:
  In today's lesson, from the Book of Revelations, we are reminded that Jesus invitation to join the eternal community in heaven remains available to those who will accept it. Acceptance of Jesus' invitation necessitates one to strive to live a life worthy of the call for righteousness as defined by God!

      Are we as Christians living lives which show anticipation of Jesus' Second coming?

• Next Sunday's Lesson: "Why Do You Worry" Matthew 6:19-34

• In - Person Worship Service on Sundays at 10:30 am  and  Streaming on the Church Facebook Page and YouTube. It can also be viewed on demand on the church
  historicpg.org website by selecting "Watch Us Live." 
  
  
• Thank you for giving your Tithes and Offerings In-Person, by mail or with the Givelify App. 
  
  
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  Our mailing address is:

Historic Pleasant Green Missionary Baptist Church

PO Box 11845
Lexington, KY 40578

Daily Bible Readings

MONDAY
Worried? Seek God’s Counsel
(1 Samuel 9:5-10)

TUESDAY
God Cares for His People
(Ezekiel 34:11-16)

WEDNESDAY
Rich? Set Your Hope on God
(1 Timothy 6:17-19)

THURSDAY
Enlarge Your Faith Practices
(Matthew 17:14-20)

FRIDAY
Overcome Worry through Faith
(Luke 12:22-34)

SATURDAY
Serve God with Your Whole Heart
(Matthew 6:19-24)

SUNDAY
Live Worry-Free Every Day
(Matthew 6:25-34)

Upcoming Events

Virtual Prayer Service 

Tuesday, August 26, 7:00 PM

Call: 253-215-8782;

Meeting ID: 685 433 0718

Choir Practice

Thursday, August 28, 6:30 pm

Virtual Bible Study,

Saturday, August 30, 10:00 AM

In-Person & Zoom

Call: 253-215-8782;

Meeting ID: 685 433 0718

On Wednesday, August 13^th, we began our study of the apostle, Paul, from the “Great Characters of the Bible.” As we wrapped up studying Timothy, we now discover how God converted Paul, formerly known as Saul of Tarsus, and who initially opposed and persecuted Christians, to being baptized and preaching God’s word. During his missionary journeys throughout and the establishment of many churches, Paul wrote many epistles (letters) to these churches providing guidance on Christianity, which we discover and learn about in the New Testament. We will now learn how Paul was Timothy’s mentor.

With 11 Youth in attendance, we watched a video that described this great transformation and as we will continue to study this very important apostle and disciple of Jesus Christ for the next few weeks.

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

Contact Sis. Heather Happy (859.509.2927) for additional information.

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.

Blessings to all.

Sister Linda Gates, President

Chicken and Brussels Sprouts

Ingredients

2 skinless, boneless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)

1 tablespoon olive oil

Salt and pepper to taste

12-14 Brussels sprouts, trimmed and quartered

1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms

1 red bell pepper, diced, about 1 cup

1 medium yellow onion, diced, about 1 cup 2 cloves garlic, minced

½ cup half-and-half

¼ teaspoon nutmeg

¾ cup Parmesan cheese

Directions

Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.

Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces.

Heat oil in a heavy, oven-safe skillet or pan over medium heat. Add chicken and sauté 3-4 minutes. Lightly season with salt and pepper. Add vegetables and stir gently to combine. Cook 3-5 minutes until vegetables are tender.

Remove from heat. If skillet or pan is not oven-safe, transfer mixture to a baking dish. In a small bowl, combine half-and-half, nutmeg and salt and pepper to taste. Pour mixture over chicken and vegetables. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Bake 25-30 minutes until lightly golden on top. Serve hot.

Yield: 6, 1 cup servings

40 Year Christian 85th Anniversary Celebration Sunday September 21, 2025

Recognition of 40 Year Christian Members 80 and older-If you have been blessed to reach this milestone or if you know someone who has reached this milestone and is a 40 Year Christian Member, please be sure to get your name to Alyce Emerson or Liz Brooks on or before Monday September 15th.

40 Year Christian New Members-If you have been a Christian for 40 Years or more we welcome you to be a part of this group! Please turn your name in to Linda Gates on or before Thursday September 18th.

Blessings to each of you
Sis. Linda.

Recent Requests

• Sister Ruby Branham (Prestonsburg, KY) (Mother of Sister Jackie Peoples)
  
  
• Sister Patricia Callaway(Home)
  
  
• Sister Charmaine Collins (Home) (Daughter of Sister Debra Collins)
  
  
• Sister Debra Collins (Home)
  
  
• Sister Jessica Embry
  
  
• Sister McKinley Emerson 
  
  
• Sister Johnetta Frazier (Home)
  
  
• Sister Mary Givens (Home)
  
  
• Rev. Jerry Gumm (Home) 
  (Friends of the late Dr. Charles Black's family)
  
  
• Sister Gwendolyn Holloman (Home) (Wife of Bishop J. B. Holloman)
  
  
• Sister Norma Johnson (Home)
  
  
• Sister Thelma Masterson (Homestead Nursing Home)
  
  
• Sister Genice Moody Mays (Los Angeles, CA) (Youngest sister of Rev. Freddie Moody)
  
  
• Sister Brittany Payne (Home)
  
  
• Sister Kendra Taylor (Home)
  
  

Ongoing Requests:

• Brother Levi Fishback (Harrodsburg Health & Rehabilitation Center, Harrodsburg, KY)
  
  
• Brother Joseph Grant (Hospital St. Louis, MO) (Father of Sister Jessica Grant)
  
  
• Brother Daron Houtman, Jr. (Wichita, KS) (Nephew of Sister Lisa Leath)
  
  
• Sister Iris Horice (Paducah, KY) (Niece of Sisters Janice Jackson and Barbara Ridgeway)
  
  
• Sister Anna Jaber (Homestead Nursing Home)
  
  
• Brother Drery Shelton (St. Joseph Hospital) (Friend of Sister Bonnie Shelton)
  
  
• Brother Glenn Allen (Home) (Relative of the Brooks Family)
  
  
• Sister Mary Ann Banksden (Florence, AL) (Sister of Brother Sammie Brooks)
  
  
• Sister Lillian Bell (Ruston, LA)
  
  
• Sister Beverly Bowman (Home)
  
  
• Sister Bonita Brown (Home)
  
  
• Brother Byron Brown
  
  
• Sister Patricia Brown (Home)
  
  
• Sister Carrie Clay (Home) Upcoming surgery
  
  
• Brother Lonnie Cowan (Home)
  
  
• Crutcher, Jones, & Payne Family (especially Little Brother Vince Crutcher III and Sister Brittany Payne)
  
  
• Sister Laura Dunaway (Home)
  
  
• Brother Billy Edwards (Home)
  
  
• Sister Shirley Alcorn Edwards (Portsmouth, VA)
  
  
• Brother Marvin Emerson  (Home)
  
  
• Brother Greg Forrest (Kevil, KY) (Nephew of Sisters Janice Jackson and Barbara Ridgeway)
  
  
• Sister Wanda Frazier (Home) (Sister of Brother Wayne Frazier)
  
  
• Sister Sheryl Haskins (Home)
  
  
• Sister Jeanette Higgins (Home)
  
  
• Brother Branson Irvin (Indianapolis, IN) (Cousin of Sister Mary Thomas)
  
  
• Brother Julian Jackson (Home) (Father of Brother Jarold Jackson)
  
  
• Sister Mary E. Jackson (Paris, KY) (Sister of Brother William Jackson)
  
  
• Sister Kemona Johnson (Home)
  
  
• Sister Vera Johnson (Home) (Sister of Sister Marion Hall)
  
  
• Brother Vincino Johnson (Home)
  
  
• Brother Travis Jones (Home ) (Brother of Sisters Liz Brooks, Trina Morton, and Sobona Sweat)
  
  
• Sister Janet King (Classmate of Sister Norma Johnson)
  
  
• Brother Larry Leath (Home)
  
  
• Sister Lindsey Leath (Home)
  
  
• Sister Patricia Leavell (Home)
  
  
• Sister Juanita Marie Lewis, Jr. (Home)
  
  
• Sister Karisma Lockhart (Los Angeles, CA) and her family (Niece of Rev. Freddie Moody)
  
  
• Sister Jackie Lindsay (Home) (Sister of Brother Wayne Frazier)
  
  
• Sister Danise Madison (Seattle, WA) (Sister of Sister Bonita Brown)
  
  
• Sister Dawn Gay Martin (Home)
  
  
• Brother Everett Martin (Home)
  
  
• Sister Irene Sykes McKenzie (Home)
  
  
• Sister Elnora Miller (Home) (Mother of Sister Lisa Miller)
  
  
• Sister Lisa Miller (Home)
  
  
• Brother Daryl Moberly (Uncle of Sister Marva Eubanks)
  
  
• Sister Tyailan Moberly (Home) (Cousin of Sister Marva Eubanks)
  
  
• Brother Charles Moore, Sr. (Denton, TX) (Brother of Sister Shelia Williams)
  
  
• Sister Dorothy Offutt (Home)
  
  
• Sister Ashanti Owens (Granddaughter of Sister Mary Thomas)
  
  
• Brother Stevie Pepper (Columbus, OH) (Cousin of Sister Mary Thomas)(Home)
  
  
• Sister Darlene Pope (Home)
  
  
• Brother James Prather (Home) (Brother of Sisters Tassa Wigginton and Eleanor Smothers)
  
  
• Brother Steven Prater (Richmond Hill, GA)
  
  
• Brother Edward & Sister Ruth Rawlings (Friends of Sister Kim Bond)
  
  
• Veronica Ridgeway (Louisville, KY) (Cousin of Sisters Janice Jackson and Barbara Ridgeway)
  
  
  
• Sister Annette Reid (Home)
  
  
• Brother Ashley Roach
  
  
• Sister Gayle Rush-Coleman (Home)
  
  
• Sister Tamika Sales (Home)
  
  
• Brother Donald Scarber (Home)
  
  
• Sister Sharon Scarber (Home)
  
  
• Sister Shirley Sharp (Maysville, KY) (Cousin of Sister Mary Thomas)
  
  
• Brother Doug Smith (Brother of Rev. Michael Smith) (Home, Louisville, KY)
  
  
• Sister Lynn Smith (Home)
  
  
• Sister Pennie Smith (Home)
  
  
• Sister Eleanor Smothers (Home)
  
  
• Sister Delores Spencer (Home)
  
  
• Sister Tonia Stewart (Home)
  
  
• Brother Adrian Tatman (Home)
  
  
• Sister Anna Tatman (Home)
  
  
• 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)
  
  

• Sister Tassa Wigginton (Home)
  
  
• Brother Melvin Williams (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 WildFires
  
  
• 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, we are so grateful for Your abundant provision in our lives! Please help us to give to others from what You have given to us. Thank you for Jesus. In His Name. Amen

 {Adapted from Our Daily Bread,  August 21, 2025}

Name: Jacquelyn “Jackie” Maupin

Current Focus: I am trying to stay healthy and active at the young age of 82. I go to Elder Crafters at Black & Williams. We make crafts, exercise and just socialize. Sometimes, I go to Charles Young Center.

I am also a caregiver. I took care of both of my parents into their 90’s. Now, I am caring for a friend with Parkinson’s. Caregiving is an act of love based on need. They need it. I can do it. So, I do!

Career: I retired after 38 years at Square D which is now Snyders.

Why this Career?: The year before joining Suare D, I had 5 jobs! Yes, 5 jobs in 1 year! Changing jobs was strategic. I didn’t go to college so trying different jobs was my way of finding out what I wanted to do.
Manufacturing seemed to work well for me. It wasn’t like working in the hospitals. Hospitals meant
weekends. Sometimes there was overtime without pay. Not in the factories. In the factories, if you
worked overtime, you got paid for your time – all of it. There were also benefits. I liked that. It all
worked out.

What do you want your church family to know about you?: I joined Main Street when I was 11 under the late Pastor Reggie Johnson. Then I moved to Ohio and Indiana. When I came back, I visited Pleasant Green so regularly that many people thought I was already a member when I finally did join.

When I joined, my aunt, the late Sis. Georgia Hunter was the president of Usher Board #2. She recruited
me for her board. She asked me to join, and I did! I’ve been ushering ever since. I really enjoy it. I
particularly like helping people down the slope that is between the annex and the sanctuary. Being right
there, offering a helping hand, making sure others are safe, I think that may just be my call.

My call also includes being a mother, grandmother and great grandmother. So much has changed in the years between my becoming a mother and my becoming a great grandmother. Take traveling for
instance. When I visited the Bahamas, Canada and Mexico, I didn’t need a passport. Now, you must
have a passport to go overseas.

I stay stateside now. I still like to travel, but mostly by car. I’ve driven cross country and that was a good time. My good times also include bowling when I can and playing pickle ball. I haven’t played pickle ball much lately because I broke my foot the last time I was on the court. Starting next week, I am trying to get back out there. My foot will let me know if I can do it. I am praying all goes well. A little here, a little there – I keep myself busy. I lead a simple life.

Is there anything special your church can do for you? Pray for me and my family and listen. Really
listen. We have an awesome GOD. He is talking to us and we are not listening. If we listen, watch and
pray, GOD straightens things out in HIS own way. Pray for me and I’ll pray for you. TGBTG.

What do you want your church family to know about GOD?: GOD is always there. All we have to do is to call on HIM.

Adult Son: Bro. Nigel Maupin

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.