"And Abraham lifted up his eyes, and looked, and behold behind [him] a ram caught in a thicket by his horns: and Abraham went and took the ram, and offered him up for a burnt offering in the stead of his son."  

Genesis 22:13 KJV

Pleasant Green Historic Highlight

At Historic Pleasant Green Missionary Baptist Church in Lexington, the fourth oldest Black church in the country and the oldest west of the Allegheny Mountains, direct-action and protests were key components of church life during the leadership and ministry of Rev. William Augustus Jones Sr.

Under him, Pleasant Green,

“… became one of the most politically active Black churches in America….” leading boycotts, protests, and sit-ins. On March 5, 1964, members–both young and old–boarded buses to attend the historic March on Frankfort. Jones’ daughter, Sylvia Harris, then a student at Bryan Station High School in Lexington, was among them. That day, she recalled standing near the capital and how “thrilling” it was to hear King speak. It was one of many protests Harris participated in as a young student. At age 15, Harris was arrested for protesting at a segregated department store in Lexington and spent a night in jail. The arrest, she said, left her more determined than ever to continue protesting injustice.

Harris recalls…“The arrest that kept me locked up overnight took place at the Fayette County Juvenile Detention Center, which was on Old Frankfort Pike. I did, however, spend several hours that night in “the hole” at the city jail, before being transferred in the middle of the night by two white police officers, not knowing where I was going.”

This same spirit of defiance and resolve both informed and undergirded the 1964 March on Frankfort. Though often remembered and celebrated because of Martin Luther King Jr.’s presence and involvement, the march neither originated nor was spearheaded by King. Instead, the watershed moment that brought 10,000 Kentuckians to the state capitol was a product of local, grassroots organizing and engagement. That day, protesters–both Black and White, male and female, young and old–stood before the state’s lawmakers and demanded that Kentucky become a true commonwealth for all.

Respectfully submitted by Cathy A. Black

Quote by Sylvia Jones Harris

Article Source: Jessica Bryant and Rev. Lamont Jones Jr., “Historic Pleasant Green Missionary Baptist Church” in Kentucky African American Encyclopedia, ed. Gerald L. Smith, Karen Cotton McDaniel, and John A. Hardin (Lexington: University of Kentucky Press, 2015)

“Jesus Is All The World To Me”

Although it was written back in 1904, the classic hymn, “Jesus Is All The World To Me” reflects on a deep personal faith that resonates with believers today and beyond.

Gospel Songwriter Will Thompson so candidly penned these words of hope and faith throughout the song…

“Jesus is all the world to me. My life, my joy, my all. He is my strength from day to day. Without Him I would fall. When I am sad, to Him I go. No other one can cheer me so. When I am sad, He makes me glad. He’s my Friend.”

An Ohio native, Thompson started composing songs when he was a teenager. He composed many gospel songs and hymns including “Softly and Tenderly Jesus is Calling.”

He also established the WL Thompson Music company in Ohio which eventually became one of the most successful record companies in the United States.

“Jesus Is All The World To Me” shows total reliance on our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. The lyrics are deeply rooted in scripture and clearly reflect the idea that Jesus is our all, our life, and our everything.

Biblical themes of the song can be found in,Colossians 1:18 which says, “And he is the head of the body, the church; he is the beginning and the firstborn from among the dead, so that in everything he might have the supremacy.”

And Colossians 3:11 states, “Here there is no Gentile or Jew, circumcised or uncircumcised, barbarian, Scythian, slave or free, but Christ is all, and is in all.”

To God Be The Glory for songs like “Jesus Is All The World To Me”. This beautiful hymn has blessed so many since it was composed and published in the early 1900s. Through sadness or happiness, Jesus is still all the world to Christians. Whatever may occur on this earth may we as believers rely on Christ alone, for He is our Strength, Comforter, Defender, and Friend.

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.
  
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  564-217-2000; 646-558-8656;
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  Meeting ID: 685 433 0718
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• International Sunday School Lesson
  This Sunday's Lesson:
  
  "God Promises Salvation: How Do Believers Respond To Our Troubles?" Habakkuk 3:2-6, 17-19
  
  Lesson Nugget:
  In today's lesson, the prophet Habakkuk expresses his steadfast position of rejoicing in the Lord no matter what the circumstances and to hold on to his joy in the God of his salvation.
  
  Do we as Christians exhibit a steadfast joyous hope in the Lord even when we experience challenging circumstances?

• Next Sunday's Lesson: "The Day Of The Lord: How Can We Respond To The Lord's Judgement?" Zephaniah  1:1-6, 14-16, 2:1-3

• 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
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Historic Pleasant Green Missionary Baptist Church

PO Box 11845
Lexington, KY 40578

Upcoming Events

Virtual Prayer Service 

Tuesday, February 24, 7:00 PM

Call: 253-215-8782;

Meeting ID: 685 433 0718

Choir Rehearsal

Thursday, February 26, 6:30 pm

 Bible Study,

In-Person & Virtual

Saturday, February 28, 10:00 AM

Call: 253-215-8782;

Meeting ID: 685 433 0718

BLACK HISTORY 

JUST FOR KIDS AND TEENS 2.22.2026

THE WHY AND IMPORTANCE OF BLACK HISTORY, HOPE AND YOU!

Rev. Herbert T. Owens, Jr. Church Historian

THE WHY AND THE IMPORTANCE OF THE CONTINUED OBSERVATION OF BLACK HISTORY: Parents and teachers please use this information with your children, teens, and students.

To you our precious children, and teens we implore you to be the best you that you can BE! BLACK HISTORY MONTH Exists because of a need for black Americans to unify our corporate efforts to continue to make progress as citizens in not just the United States of America but in the entire world as well despite all our struggles to do so.

By struggles I am talking about hardships. Black Americans have faced a lot of cruel things in this, our country. God instructed Moses to write this verse in Genesis 50:20 about the actions of cruel people it says, “You meant to hurt me(us). But God turned your evil into (our) good. It was to save the lives of many people. And it is being done (even this very day).”

God also instructed the Apostle Paul to write Romans 2:28 assures us, “And we know (beyond all doubt) that for those who love God, that is, for those who are called according to his purpose(God’s purpose), that all things are working together for (their)good.

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During February, the Youth Ministry will present on a Black History figure or a Hero of Faith in the Church, past or present, every Sunday to celebrate Black History Month! This is an exciting opportunity for our Youth to share an important piece of African-American history and culture with our Church family from a Youth perspective. Although every month is Black History to us, we are thrilled to share the beauty of our heritage, through intellectual, emotional, and spiritual stories. We hope you enjoy our presentations as we honor our ancestors!

The Youth will continue to meet every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month at the Church at 7pm (*correction from last month's article.) We welcome ALL Youth and we encourage you to bring a friend! We look forward to studying more great characters of the Bible in depth. We have a jam-packed calendar of events this year, including several events planned for this month for Black History Month, so please join us! All reminders and events will be posted in our GroupMe messaging app. Contact Sis. Heather Happy (859.509.2927) for additional details.

Yours in Christ,
Youth Directors

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 comes from Sister Alyce Emerson by way of the UK Cooperative Extension Service.

Blessings to all.

Sister Linda Gates, President

Name: LeAndrea “LeA” Hayden

Current Focus: I am a new mother. My focus right now is being the best Mom that I can be! My daughter is 4 months. Her name is Clarke. She is the most important thing to me.

Career: My previous career was that of a flight attendant for American Airlines. I was based out of Chicago and then Dallas. That all changed with Clarke. About 5 months into my pregnancy, my doctor advised me to refrain from flying and from handling objects over 50 pounds.

Why this Career?: I chose to be a flight attendant because I needed to grow. Taking the leap of faith and moving away from home was a good decision for me. It was time for me to fly outside of my parents’ nest. It was time for me to fly on my own. So, I did! I joined American Airlines where we, “fly the friendly skies.” 😊 Now that I am a parent, I have relocated back to Lexington. I have a job and I am exploring careers that will be best for me as a working mother. My top priority is helping Clarke grow into a woman of GOD with wings to courageously fly the path GOD has for her.

What do you want your church family to know about you?: I am an easy person to talk to if you need a listening ear or an available shoulder. If a member of our church family ever needs a shoulder to cry on, I am willing to be there. I am also willing to be there to listen to you and to pray with you. In the end, we are all family! Family prays for one another!

Family also shares who they are. I am very artsy. I am also great with children and kids. I have two teen brothers. They helped me recognize that I am good with that age group. I work best with teenagers. I want to give my best to our church family, so I am drawn to working with the youth ministry.

As a youth, I was an active student at Bryan Station Senior High School. My activities included being a Varsity Cheerleader. Defenders for Life! I graduated from Bryan Station and went on to EKU. I was a cheerleader at Eastern before I seized the opportunity to be a flight attendant.

GOD blessed me to see the world. I learned many things about myself as a flight attendant. One thing I learned was that I do not like long flights! 😊 Sounds weird, huh? One of my co-workers did not like heights. 😊 It is amazing what you can learn about yourself and the world when you take a wise risk. One thing you learn is how to positively adapt. I adapted by deciding to take flights mostly in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

I saw every state in the US except Oregon. I also went to Jamaica, the Dominican Republic and Puerto Rico. Flying was something that I really enjoyed during that season of my life. Now I am eagerly embracing my new season. I trust GOD. GOD is a faithful and all-knowing pilot. HE protects you and never lets you journey alone!

Is there anything special your church can do for you? Keep me in your thoughts and prayers as I expand my job search. Everyone goes through things, of course. My “going through” includes discovering what GOD wants me to do next. I pray to move from a job to another career. Please join me in praying for an opportunity that is fulfilling and in alignment with what GOD wants me to do.

What do you want your church family to know about GOD?: GOD is loving. GOD is forgiving. GOD will be there for you no matter what! If you feel like you have absolutely nobody, know that you have GOD!

I grew up in our church so it’s like GOD was always there. It was different for me when I got to Chicago. I felt alone. That is when I had to draw on my own faith. That is when I grew from understanding that GOD will never leave me to KNOWING that GOD will never leave me. GOD will NEVER leave you alone! Trust. Believe. GOD is ALWAYS with you!

Grandparent: Sister Patricia Hayden

Parents: Deacon Lee “LV” Hayden III and Marva Moberly Eubanks

Child: Clarke MarLee Hayden-Andrew

Recent Requests

• Family of Sister Jackie Lindsay, who passed. (Sister of Brother Wayne Frazier) Service was Friday, February 20
  
  
• Family of Brother Bill McCann (Austin, TX), who passed. (Brother-In-Law of Brother Wayne Frazier) Arrangements: Saturday, March 14, Funeral Service 1 pm (will be live streamed), Cook-Walden Funeral Home, Pflugerville, TX; Also, Memorial Service, Saturday, April 18, at Shiloh Baptist Church, Lexington, KY 
  
  
• Family of Sister Rhonda Winn, who passed. (Cousin of Brother Derrick Winn)
  
  
• Sister Alyssa Burns (Home) (Daughter of Rev. Ron & Sis. René Burns)
  
  
• Sister Charlie Peoples Brown (Home)
  
  
• Brother Sherman Greene (Bluegrass Rehabilitation Center) (Father of Sister Janice Owens)
  
  
• Sister Dawn Gay Martin (Home)
  
  
• Sister Penny McCann (Austin, TX)
  
  
• Sister Sharon Scarber (UK Samaritan Hospital)
  
  
• Sister Lynn Smith (Home)
  
  
• Brother Rodney Taylor ( Ephraim McDowell Regional Hospital, Danville, Ky) (Nephew of Sister Juanita Black and Cousin of Sister Cathy Black)
  
  
• Brother Pete Thompson (Home)
  
  
• Sister Dawn Williams (Home) (Daughter of Sister Thelma White)
  
  
• Brother William "Bill" Young (Home)
  
  

Ongoing Requests:

• Brother Willis K. Bright, Jr. (Indianapolis, In)
  
  
• Brother Bruce from Tates Creek Golf Course Clubhouse
  
  
• Brother Levi Fishback (Harrodsburg Health & Rehabilitation Center, Harrodsburg, KY)
  
  
• Sister Anna Jarber (Homestead Nursing Home)
  
  
• Sister Thelma Masterson (Homestead Nursing Home)
   
• 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 Ruby Branham (Prestonsburg, KY) (Mother of Sister Jackie Peoples)
  
  
• Sister Beverly Bowman (Home)
  
  
• Sister Bonita Brown (Home)
  
  
• Brother Byron Brown
  
  
• Sister Patricia Brown (Home)
  
  
• Sister Carrie Clay (Home) Upcoming surgery
  
  
• Sister Charmaine Collins (Home) (Daughter of Sister Debra Collins)
  
  
• Sister Debra Collins (Home)
  
  
• Sister Gloria Coleman (Home)
  
  
• 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)
  
  
• Sister Jessica Embry
  
  
• Sister McKinley Emerson (Home)
  
  
• Brother Greg Forrest (Kevil, KY) (Nephew of Sisters Janice Jackson and Barbara Ridgeway)
  
  
• Sister Johnetta Frazier (Home)
  
  
• Rev. Jerry Gumm (Home)
  (Friends of the late Dr. Charles Black's family)
  
  
• Brother Darius Hall, Jr. (14 year old Grandson of Sister Marion Hall) (Home)
  
  
• Sister Sheryl Haskins (Home)
  
  
• Sister Jeanette Higgins (Home)
  
  
• Sister Gwendolyn Holloman (Home) (Wife of Bishop J. B. Holloman)
  
  
• Sister Iris Horice (Paducah, KY) (Niece of Sisters Janice Jackson and Barbara Ridgeway)
  
  
• Brother Daron Houtman, Jr. (Wichita, KS) (Nephew of Sister Lisa Leath)
  
  
• Brother Julian Jackson (Home) (Father of Brother Jarold Jackson)
  
  
• Sister Norma 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)
  
  
• The Kierra Joseph Family
  
  
• Sister Janet King (Classmate of Sister Norma Johnson)
  
  
• Brother Larry Leath (Home)
  
  
• Sister Lindsey Leath (Home)
  
  
• Sister Patricia Leavell (Home)
  
  
• Sister Wanda Frazier (Home) (Sister of Brother Wayne Frazier)
  
  
• Sister Karisma Lockhart (Los Angeles, CA) and her family (Niece of Rev. Freddie Moody)
  
  
• Sister Danise Madison (Seattle, WA) (Sister of Sister Bonita Brown)
  
  
• Sister Charlet McLellan & Family
  
  
• Sister Genice Moody Mays (Los Angeles, CA) (Youngest sister of Rev. Freddie Moody)
  
  
• 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 Eubank)
  
  
• Sister Tyailan Moberly (Home) (Cousin of Sister Marva Eubank)
  
  
• Brother Charles Moore, Sr. (Denton, TX) (Brother of Sister Shelia Williams)
  
  
• Sister Dorothy Offutt (Home)
  
  
• Sister Ashanti Owens (Granddaughter of Sister Mary Thomas)
  
  
• Sister Brittany Payne (Home)
  
  
• Brother Stevie Pepper (Columbus, OH) (Cousin of Sister Mary Thomas)(Home)
  
  
• Brother Steven Prater (Richmond Hill, GA)
  
  
• Sister Ruth Rawlings (Friend 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)
  
  
• Sister Candace Hayes (Home) (Daughter of Sister Sharon Scarber)
  
  
• Brother Donald Scarber (Home)
  
  
• Brother Doug Smith (Brother of Rev. Michael Smith) (Home, Louisville, KY)
  
  
• 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 Kendra Taylor (Home)
  
  
• Sister Carol Thomas (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 Local and National Government Officials

Heavenly Father, please help us to never replace Jesus in our hearts with any other leader and help us to live for You. Thank you for Jesus. In His Name. Amen 

{Adapted from Our Daily Bread,  February 20, 2026}

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.

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.