"Be not wise in thine own eyes: fear the LORD, and depart from evil." 

Proverbs  3:7 KJV

Lyrics from the popular gospel song, “Just Come”, melodiously assure us, “There's nothing better than knowing Jesus, He will pick you up and turn your life around. Just get to know Him!”
Last month we examined attributes of God. This month, let’s get to know Jesus.

The whole book of John is an incredible resource in getting to know Jesus. He tells us He is one with the Father so all we learn about Jesus we learn about the Father. John 10:30 says, “I and my Father are one”. And John 13:20 teaches “He that receiveth whomsoever I send receiveth me; and he that receiveth me receiveth him that sent me.

1 John 10:11 also teaches us that Jesus is our protector and shepherd. It reads, “I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep.”

Some of the Psalms are also beautiful in knowing Jesus as our shepherd and Savior.

Psalm 22:31 says, They shall come and proclaim his righteousness to a people yet unborn, that he has done it.

And Psalm 103:2 states…”Bless The Lord, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits, who forgives all your iniquity, who heals all your diseases…

And of course the 23rd Psalm reminds us, The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.

The Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke and John are also key places to get to know Jesus. Here, we encounter eyewitness accounts of the teachings, character, personality, deeds, death, and resurrection of Jesus.

The Bible teaches us of Jesus’s parables, miracles, and most importantly His life. He is a perfect example for us. Through the Bible, we can come to know and love Jesus.

To God Be The Glory…It is all about Jesus and fully investing in a relationship with Him. May we continue to increase our understanding of who He is and what He has done for all humanity. Our Lord and Savior is the greatest man to ever walk the earth! If we just talk to Him and ask Him to give us a deeper understanding, He will meet us right where we are — another quality that is what is so great about Jesus!!!


Sister Cathy Black

WEEKLY ACTIVITIES

• Join our Virtual Prayer Service by phone on Tuesday evenings from 7:00 pm to 7:30 pm Bible Study.
  
  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: "Created In God's Image And Identity" Genesis 1:26-31, 2:4-7

• Next Sunday's Lesson: "Obedience Brings Rewards"  Exodus 20:1-11
  
  

• 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 under the Services Tab.
  
  
• Thank you for giving Tithes and Offerings given In-Person, by mail or with the Givelify App. 
  
  
• Give with CashApp: $1790pgchurch
  
  Our address is:

Historic Pleasant Green Missionary Baptist Church

PO Box 11845
Lexington, KY 40578

Upcoming Events

Virtual Prayer Service, Tuesday, September 3, 7:00 pm

Call: 253-215-8782;

Meeting ID: 685 433 0718

Saturday Bible Study, Saturday, 

September 7, 10:00 am

Call: 253-215-8782;

Meeting ID: 685 433 0718

Thank you for your trust in us and giving us the opportunity to look for our interim pastor. We want you to know your voice matters in every step of this process whether in person or virtually. In light of that, we have created askpleas@outlook.com which is an email to submit all content regarding the interim pastor search. This includes suggestions, questions, survey submissions and any other concerns regarding this process. Every submission will remain confidential and only members of the committee will have access. Any physical submissions can be put in the ballot boxes located on either side of the pulpit and these boxes will remain locked. If you need help with anything please reach out any of the committee members. Again the email is askpleas@outlook.com and thank you for your continuous prayers and support.

The deadline for submitting Interim Pastor Surveys submission is Sunday, September 8, 2024.

Children’s Sunday Worship and 

Bible Study

Children’s Sunday Worship and Bible Study for ages 5 to 12 years old starts each Sunday at 10:45 am in the Joanna Childress Room. Parents please register your child to attend.

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.

Blessings to all.

Sister Linda Gates, President

Directions

Prepare a Bundt pan. Grease well. Place a layer of biscuits. Top next with pepperoni slices.  Sprinkle on a little Italian seasoning. Followed by cheese. Start process over until you reach the top of pan. Bake at 300-350 degrees. Allow time to settle. Pull apart and serve with marinara sauce. A Great and quick appetizer

40 Year Christian Group Announcements

The 40 Year Christians Group Outing will be on Saturday, September 21, at Shaker Village. All members who are interested in attending, please signup on the sheet located in the Sunday School Assembly Area.

If you are a 40 Year Christian and are 80 years old or older, please submit your name to Sister Alyce Emerson for recognition on the 40 Year Christians Group Day, Sunday, September 22nd. 

The names of those who are to be inducted into the 40 Year Christians Group this year should be submitted to Sister Linda Gates.

More grace and abundant blessings to each of you.

Sister Linda Gates,

40 Year Christians Group President

Recent Requests

• Family of Rev. George Baker (Bradenton, FL), who passed (Uncle of Rev. Freddie Moody)
  
  
• Family of Brother Daquan Collins, who passed. (First cousin of Sister Debra Collins)
  
  
• Family of Brother Micah Mabson, who passed (Brother of Sister Diana Mabson and Brother Stephen Mabson) Arrangements: Sunday, September 1, Visitation: 12:00 pm; Service 3:00 pm, House of God, 866 Georgetown St.
  
  
• Family of Brother Elvis Taylor, who passed (Brother of Sister Cheryl Taylor)
  
  
• Family of Sister Emma Taylor, who passed. (Mother of Brother Richard Taylor) Service was Wednesday, August 28
  
  
•  Family of Brother Sonny Williams, who passed. (Grandson of Sister Thelma White)
  
  
• Sister Charmaine Collins (Home) (Daughter of Sister Debra Collins)
  
  
• Sister Marsha Dunham (Home) (Niece of Sister Mary Thomas)
  
  
• Brother Vincino Johnson (UK Medical Center)
  
  
• Sister Sabrena Kelly-Lewis (Home)
  
  
• Sister Karisma Lockhart (Los Angeles, CA) and her family (Niece of Rev. Freddie Moody) 
  
  
• Sister Ashanti Owens (Grand daughter of Sister Mary Thomas)
  
  
• Delma Peoples (Home)  
  
  
• Sister Lynn Smith (Home)
  
  
• Brother Melvin Sykes (UK Medical Center)
  
  
• Sister Anna Tatman (Home)
  
  

Ongoing Requests:

• Brother Levi Fishback (Harrodsburg Health & Rehabilitation Center, Harrodsburg, KY)
  
  
• Sister Anna Jaber (Homestead Rehabilitation Facility)
  
  
• Brother Howard Jackson (Mobile, AL) (Brother of Sisters Phyllis Bates, Nina Jackson, Vanessa Sanford, Michelle Jackson, Darnetta Jackson and ; Brother Norman Jackson)
  
  
• Sister Rita Maxberry (Pine Meadow Nursing Home) (Sister-in-Law of Sister Dorothy Haskins)
  
  
• 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 Darlene Booker (Los Angeles, CA) (Sister of Rev. Freddie Moody)
  
  
• Sister Eleanor Beatty (Home)

• Brother Richard Briscoe (Home)
  
  
• Sister Bonita Brown (Home)
  
  
• Brother Byron Brown
  
  
• Sister Patricia Brown (Home)
  
  
• Sister Carrie Clay (Home) Upcoming surgery
  
  
• Sister Debra Collins (Home)
  
  
• Brother Lonnie Cowan (Home)
  
  
• Crutcher, Jones, & Payne Family (especially Little Brother Vince Crutcher III and Sister Brittany Payne)
  
  
• Sister Franceen Drake (Home)
  
  
• Sister Laura Dunaway (Home)
  
  
• Sister Cheryl Dabney Duncan (Houston, TX)
  
  
• Brother Marvin Emerson  (Home)
  
  
• Rev. Leo Fain (Home)
  
  
• 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 Norma Johnson (Home)
  
  
• Sister Vera Johnson (Home) (Sister of Sister Marion Hall)
  
  
• Brother Travis Jones (Home ) (Brother of Sisters Liz Brooks, Trina Morton, and Sobona Sweat)
  
  
• Rev. Tony Laine (Home)
  
  
• Sister Thelma Masterson (Home)
  
  
• Brother Ronald Moberly (Home) (Uncle of Sister Marva Eubank)
  
  
• Sister Janet King (Classmate of Sister Norma Johnson)
  
  
• Brother Larry Leath (Home)
  
  
• Sister Lindsey Leath (Home)
  
  
• Sister Patricia Leavell (Home)
  
  
• Sister Jackie Lindsay (Home) (Sister of Brother Wayne Frazier)
  
  
• Brother Everett Martin (Home)
  
  
• Sister Irene Sykes McKenzie (Home)
  
  
• Sister Elnora Miller (Home) (Mother of Sister Lisa Miller)
  
  
• Sister Lisa Miller (Home)
  
  
• Sister Dorothy Offutt (Home)
  
  
• Brother James Prather (Home) (Brother of Sisters Tassa Wigginton and Eleanor Smothers)
  
  
• Sister Joann Perry (Home) (Aunt of Brother Derrick Winn)
  
  
• Brother George Ray (Home)
  
  
• Sister Annette Reid (Home)
  
  
• Brother Ashley Roach
  
  
• Sister Gayle Rush-Coleman (Home)
  
  
• Sister Tamika Sales (Home)
  
  
• Brother Donald Scarber (Home)
  
  
• Sister Millie 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 Pennie Smith (Home)
  
  
• Sister Eleanor Smothers (Home)
  
  
• Sister Delores Spencer (Home)
  
  
• Sister Tonia Stewart (Home)
  
  
• Brother Adrian 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 Leon Wilson (Home) (Brother-in-Law of Sister Mary Thomas)
  
  
• Each person listed on our Sick List
  
  
• HPGMBC Interim Pastor Search Committee Members, their families and their work
  
  
• 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 respondents, etc.
  
  
• The Entire Pleasant Green Church Family
  
  
• Our our Local and National Government Officials

Heavenly Father, please help us worship You by expressing love for others through the things we say and do each day. Thank You for Jesus. In His Name. Amen

 {Adapted from Our Daily Bread, August 9, 2024}

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.