Historic Pleasant Green Missionary Baptist Church |
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This Week's Latest News!
Greetings Pleasant Green Family,
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"If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land." 2 Chronicles 7:14 KJV
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WEEKLY ACTIVITIES
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Radio
broadcasts Saturdays 9:00 am and 3:00 pm as well as Sundays at 7:30
am on WJMM FM 99.1
(This Sunday's Lesson: "Proclaiming Christ" Philippians 2:5–11)
(Next Sunday's Lesson: "Jesus' Humility and Exaltation" Philippians 1:15–26)
- Join our Virtual Bible Study Class on Saturday at 10:00 am to 11:00 am
Zoom - Computer/Smart Cell Phone Meeting ID: 685 433 0718 Phone: 253-215-8782
- In- Person Worship Service on Sundays at 10:30 am and Streaming on the Church Facebook Page,
YouTube, and Zoom. It can also be viewed on demand on the
church
HPGMBC
website under
the Services Tab.
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Thank
you for giving Tithes and Offerings by mail or the Givelify App. Our
address is:
Historic
Pleasant Green Missionary Baptist Church
PO
Box 11845
Lexington, KY 40578
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Upcoming Events
Virtual Prayer Service, Tuesday,
January 10, 6:30 pm
Call: 253-215-8782;
Meeting ID: 685 433 0718
Young Adult Bible Study, Wednesday, January 11, 7:00 pm
Call: 312-626-6799;
Meeting ID: 817 5367 8309
Virtual Bible Study, Saturday,
January 14, 10:00 am
Join with Zoom using Computer, Tablet, or Smartphone or
Call: 253-215-8782;
Meeting ID: 685 433 0718
40 Year Christians Group Meeting, Saturday, January 21, 11:30 am
Join with Zoom using Computer, Tablet, or Smartphone or
Call: 253-215-8782;
Meeting ID: 685 433 0718
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Attention students and parents: Honor Roll students, please bring your report cards to Sister Janice Shelton, Chairperson of Education Ministry
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Thomas Lewis was selected to participate in the University of Kentucky's WildCats at the Capitol Program. Up to 6 students each semester are selected for this program. Students must have at least a 3.0 GPA, demonstrate excellent communications skills, engagement in the university's community and social outreach programs and activities, as well as receive letters of recommendation that set them apart. Brother Thomas will serve as an intern for Rosa DeLauro, Democrat from Connecticut, who serves as Chair of the Congressional Appropriations Committee. Brother Thomas currently has a 3.87 GPA and is on schedule to graduate with a BA in Political Science May 2023. He plans to pursue a career as an attorney.
Thomas is the grandson of Sister Andrea Cunningham and great grandson of Sister Willa Lewis. To God be the glory for the great things He has done!
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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 Linda Gates.
Blessings to all.
Sister Linda Gates, President
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Keep Your Contact Information Updated
Please keep your contact information up to date. In cases of emergencies, changes of service times, etc., every attempt will be made to contact church members as expeditious 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.
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Christian Motivation
To Get Through Difficult Times
Updated January 6, 2023 by BetterHelp Editorial Team
Everyone may face struggles, challenges, and painful emotions, including Christians. Experiencing these occurrences alongside faith could feel confusing. You might feel that putting your faith in God should be enough to carry you through any mental health challenges. Know that you are not alone. Many Christians face mental health stigmas when dealing with distressing symptoms, stress, or mental health conditions. Geneva College states that mental illness is not a test from God, a punishment for sins, or something you can surrender or ignore. They state that reaching out for support can be brave and religious leaders may benefit from supporting those in their congregation experiencing mental health concerns. In some cases, Christian motivation, Bible quotes, and faith sentiments may help you face challenges alongside your faith. In other cases, you may seek support from a faith-based counselor, professional therapist, or support system to supplement the support you might feel from God.
Looking For Christian-Based Motivation Through Tough Times?
Philippians 4:13 states: “I can do all things through Christ, who gives me strength.” This verse may offer you motivation and comfort when you struggle to take healthy action. It may help you feel that you are not alone when you struggle. Corinthians 3:5 Verse Knowing you’re not alone may help you feel supported. Studies show that those who experience a deep and healthy faith in their religion may experience improved mental health symptoms. When you feel alone, consider the Corinthians 3:5 verse, which states: “Not that we are competent in ourselves to claim anything for ourselves, but our competence comes from God.” The verse indicates that individuals may draw from the strength of God when facing a challenge.
The Bible As Motivation If you seek motivation during tough times, the Bible may feel comforting. For many Christians, the Bible is the direct word of God. Many people call it “the living word.” The Bible could speak to people today as much as it did thousands of years ago. You might take a group of people and have them read the same verses; each person could take away a new lesson. You may learn something new about yourself and your situation as you read the verses. If you believe in practicing faith often, reading your Bible daily could help you feel motivated.
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Prayer Requests
- Family of Brother Charles Sadberry (Texas), who passed.(Husband of Sister Birdie Weatherford Sadberry)
- Brother Freddie J. Moody, Sr. (Southern California Hospital, Los Angeles, CA) (Father of Rev. Freddie Moody)
- Brother Levi Fishback (Harrodsburg Health & Rehabilitation Center, Harrodsburg, KY)
- Sister Kauai Greer (Rehabilitation Facility in Louisville, KY) (Niece of Sister Norma Johnson)
- Sister Anna Jaber (Homestead Rehabilitation Facility)
- Rev. Robert Quarles (Twin Rivers Nursing & Rehabilitation, Owensboro, KY)
- Sister Mary Sykes (Fountain Circle Care & Rehab Center, Winchester, KY)
- Brother Glenn Allen (Home) (Relative of the Brooks Family)
- Sister Lanndrea Banksden (Home - Alabama) (Niece of Brother Sammie Brooks)
- Sister Eleanor Beatty (Home)
- Sister Lillian Bell (Ruston, LA)
- Brother Samuel Bethel (Miami, FL) (Cousin of Brother Michael Horton)
- Brother Richard Briscoe (Home)
- Sister Bonita Brown (Home)
- Brother Byron Brown
- Sister Gloria Coleman (Home)
- Sister Charmaine Collins (Daughter of Sister Debra Collins)
- Brother Lonnie Cowan (Home)
- Crutcher, Jones, & Payne Family (especially Little Brother Vince Crutcher III and Sister Brittany Payne)
- Sister Carolyn Doty (Home)
- Sister Laura Dunaway (Home)
- Brother Marvin Emerson (Home)
- Sister Johnetta Frazier (Home)
- Brother Charles Frye (Home)
- Brother Eric Gardner (Home)
- Rev. Clifton Gay (Anchorage, AK)
- Little Brother Ransom Greene (4 months old) (Home) (Cousin of Sister Marva Eubanks)
- Sister Sheryl Haskins (Home)
- Sister Jeanette Higgins (Home)
- Brother Howard Jackson (Home - Florida)
- Brother Julian Jackson (Home) (Father of Brother Jarold Jackson)
- Sister Mary E. Jackson (Paris, KY) (Sister of Brother William Jackson)
- Sister Yolanda Jackson (FL) (Sister-in-Law of Sister Vanessa Sanford)
- Sister Norma Johnson (Home)
- Brother Vincino Johnson
- Brother John Jones (Florence, AL) (Home) (Uncle of Sisters Liz Brooks, Trina Morton, and Sobona Sweat and Brother Travis Jones)
- Sister Kay Jones (Home) (Wife of Rev. Lamont Jones)
- Brother Travis Jones (Home ) (Brother of Sisters Liz Brooks, Trina Morton, and Sobona Sweat)
- Sister Janet King (Classmate of Sister Norma Johnson)
- Sister Lindsay Leath (Home)
- Sister Lisa Leath (Home)
- Brother Everett Martin (Home)
- Sister Thelma Masterson (Home)
- Sister Rita Maxberry (Home) (Sister-in-Law of Sister Dorothy Haskins)
- Sister Irene Sykes McKenzie (Home)
- Sister Elnora Miller (Home) (Mother of Sister Lisa Miller)
- Sister Dorothy Offutt (Home)
- Sister Joann Perry (Home) (Aunt of Brother Derrick Winn)
- Brother Ashley Roach
- Sister Gayle Rush-Coleman (Home)
- Sister Tamika Sales (Home)
- Brother Doug Smith (Brother of Rev. Michael Smith) (Home, Louisville, KY)
- Sister Pennie Smith (Home)
- Sister Eleanor Smothers (Home)
- Sister Delores Spencer (Home)
- Brother Adrian Tatman (Home)
- Sister Anna Tatman (Home)
- Sister Cheryl "Midge" Taylor (Home)
- Sister Kendra Taylor (Home)
- Sister Mary Thomas (Home)
- Sister Anna Ison-Walker (Home)
- Sister Castella Washington (Home) (Texas)
- Brother Johann Wigginton ( Home )
- Sister Tassa Wigginton (Home)
- The Spiritual Growth of Our New Pleasant Green Members (Brother Eden Fulz and Sister Addison Jones)
- Each person listed on our Sick List
- Families affected by the Flood Waters in Eastern Kentucky
- Families affected by the Water Crisis in MIssissippi
- Families affected by gun violence in our community and abroad
- COVID-19 Victims around the world
- The People of Ukraine
- Healthcare workers, First respondents, etc.
- The Entire Pleasant Green Church Family
- HPGMBC Pulpit Committee
- Our National and our Government Officials
Gracious Heavenly Father, help us to encourage others who feel weighted down, lost, or forgotten. Thank You for Jesus. In His Name. Amen
{Adapted from Our Daily Bread, January 3, 2023}
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EXPRESSIONS OF APPRECIATION |
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Thank You
Can't begin to keep up
with all the nice things you do.
Thank you for everything.
Sister Jessica Embry
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Click Button for Latest COVID-19 Guidance Based on Community Level |
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Weekly Summary Report
3,532 New COVID-19 Cases, 27 Deaths, &
Positivity Rate: 12.74 %
Reported in Kentucky for
as of January 2, 2023
(314 New Cases in Fayette County for Week: Community Level= MEDIUM)
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- Wash your hands frequently,
- Cover your mouth and nose when you cough or sneeze, and leave home only when absolutely necessary.
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YOUR HELP IS NEEDED
- If you have not completed the HPGMBC In-Person Re-Opening Survey, please click SURVEY and complete it. In preparation for in-person worship services, the Re-Opening Committee would like each member to complete the survey.
- In an attempt to expand the options for communicating information to HPGMBC Family Members, if you have a cell phone, please complete the Cell Phone Information Form for yourself and encourage others to do the same.
- Volunteers are needed to assist in the HPGMBC Online/Virtual Communications Ministry. Some of the needed knowledge and skills are Facebook and/or YouTube live streaming, video recording, video editing, general computer use, etc. If you are willing to assist, please click and complete this Contact Form. Thank you in advance for your willing spirit to help in Outreach and Kingdom Building.
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