Weekly Bulletin - Greater Little Zion Baptist Church

Greater Little Zion Baptist Church
10185 Zion Drive
Fairfax, VA 22032
Phone: 703-764-9111 Fax: 703-764-9162
Office Hours: 9:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Email: admin@glzbc.org
Website: www.glzbc.org
Sunday, August 28, 2016
2016 Theme: "Being a Church of TLC: Touching, Loving, &
Caring" John 13:34-35
Church Vision: The vision of GLZBC is to reach the unsaved with
the saving message of Jesus Christ.
Matthew 28:19-20
Church Mission: The mission of GLZBC is to lead everyone to a
full life of development in Christ.
Rev. Dr. James T. Murphy, Jr., Pastor
E-mail: James.T.Murphy@glzbc.org
Worship on the Lord’s Day
7:45 a.m. Service
This is my Bible. I am what It says I am. I have what It
says I have. I can do what It says I can do. Today I will
be taught the Word of God. I boldly confess that my
mind is alert, my heart is receptive and I will never
be the same.
In Jesus’ name. Amen.
Sermon Notes
Today’s Music Leader
Musicians………...… Min. Keith Exum and Rev. Dr. Paul Taylor
Minister of Music .…...……………………… Bro. Robert Fairchild
Call to Worship ……………….………………………………………………....
Invocation ..……………………......……...….………..…………... Minister
Musical Selection (2) ………………….…................…… GLZ Male Chorus
The Spoken Word/Sermon …………......... Rev. Dr. James T. Murphy, Jr.
Sermon Title: “Too Busy Not To Pray” Colossians 4:12
Invitation to Salvation ………….………….. Rev. Dr. James T. Murphy, Jr.
Worship of Giving/Prayer …………..……...… Board of Directors/Deacons
(Bring Prayer Request As Well With Offering)
Welcoming of Visitors ….…...……………………………. Greeter’s Ministry
Announcements …………………………………………………………………
Benediction ………………….….……..….. Rev. Dr. James T. Murphy, Jr.
 Please do not enter or leave the Sanctuary during this time
Message Notes 7:45 a.m.
Scripture (s):
Sermon Text:
Worship on the Lord’s Day
10:45 a.m. Service
Today’s Music Leader
Musician ..……...………………..…………....…… Min. Keith Exum
Minister of Music .…...……………………… Bro. Robert Fairchild
Praise and Worship …………….…...………………...……………………..…
Call to Worship ………………….………..……………….…………………….
Congregational Hymn #510………………...………...… He’s Sweet I Know
Worshippers may enter
Invocation ..………………….........……...........................…….... Minister
Musical Selection …………………………………………GLZ Male Chorus
Welcoming of Visitors ….…...……………………………. Greeter’s Ministry
Announcements ……………............……………………………………..……
Worship of Giving/ Prayer …...………...…….. Board of Directors/Deacons
Congregational Prayer Time ……............................................................
Musical Selection .......................................................... GLZ Male Chorus
The Spoken Word/Sermon ……………..… Rev. Dr. James T. Murphy, Jr.
Sermon Title: “Too Busy Not To Pray” Colossians 4:12
Invitation to Salvation ….……………......… Rev. Dr. James T. Murphy, Jr.
Benediction ………………………………..... Rev. Dr. James T. Murphy, Jr.
 Please do not enter or leave the Sanctuary during this time.
This is my Bible. I am what It says I am. I have what It
says I have. I can do what It says I can do. Today I will
be taught the Word of God. I boldly confess that my
mind is alert, my heart is receptive and I will never
be the same.
In Jesus’ name. Amen.
Sermon Notes
Message Notes 10:45 a.m.
Scripture (s):
Sermon Text:
Col. Carolyn Broadway – Health & Healing Concerns (Rev. Estelle Chandler’s family friend)
Rev. Donald R. Carmichael (cousin to the Hill and Pitts Families)
Bro. John B. Colbert, Sr., Fairfax Hospital – Health & Healing Concerns (Mother Dolores Dennie’s son)
Sis. Barbara Collins – Health & Healing Concerns
Sis. Janice Tate-Fawver, CA – Health & Healing Concerns (Sis. Joyce Moseley’s sister)
Sis. Yetta Howard - Health & Healing (Sis. Yedetta Felton’s sister)
Mother Thelma Jeffrey
Sis. Kathryn Jones, Brooklyn, NY – Health & Sickness Concerns (Sis. Natalie Pickett's mother)
Bro. Julius Lewis –Heath and Healing (Bro. Ed and Sis. Mamie James’ friend)
Bro. Roy Miller (Sis. Jannie Eaddy’s cousin)
Bro. Luther Morrow – Health & Sickness Concerns (Dea. Don Newton’s brother-in-law)
Bro. Jon F. Newton – Healing (Deacon Don & BOD Jean Newton’s son)
Bro. Joseph Oliver – Health & Sickness Concerns (Sis. Ruth Garrett’s brother)
Sis. Ruby Parkey – Health & Sickness Concerns (Sis. Brenda Perkins-Johnson's aunt)
Sis. Tyra Parkey – Health & Sickness Concerns (Sis. Brenda Perkins-Johnson's cousin)
Bro. George Reese (Sis. Donna Reese’s husband)
Trustee James Rollins - Maryview Hospital, Portsmouth, VA (Sis. Ruby Harney’s brother)
Sis. Cynthia Roper's brother-in-law
Bro. James Self – Health & Sickness Concerns
Bro. John Sorrell – Health Concerns (Sis. Agnes Sorrell’s husband)
Sis. Mary Lee Spates, Lake City, SC (Sis. Denise Snowden’s mother)
Bro. Samuel Sullivan – Health & Sickness Concerns (Sis. Doris Dunkley’s father)
Bro. Bernardo Snowden – Health Concerns (Sis. Denise Snowden’s brother-in-Law)
Bro. Joel Anthony Tate, In the Hospital, Northern, CA (Sis. Joyce Moseley's brother)
Sis. Joanne C. Tibbs – Health, Healing & Financial Concerns (Sis. Jessica Tibbs’ mother)
Sis. Ann & Sis. Suzi Vincent - Health & Sickness Concerns
Bro. John Wherry – Health & Sickness Concerns and Faith & Discernment (Sis. Frankie Brown’s brother)
Bro. Tommy Williams (Sis. Annette Fletcher’s brother)
Mourning the loss of a loved one:
Bro. Ron Lambert (Death of his father)
Sis. Barbara Murphy and Family (Death of her sister)
Sis. Jovan Petty and Bro. Russell Petty (Death of their grandmother)
The Zion Family & Howard Family (Death of Mother Birthene Howard)
Unit 3: Life On God’s Terms
“Love Fulfills the Law”
Daily Bible Readings of this week:
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
1 Timothy 4:11-16
Deuteronomy 11:1-9
Deuteronomy 11:13-21
Joshua 22:1-6
1 John 3:4-11
Ephesians 3:14-21
Romans 12:1-2, 13:8-10
Little Known Black History Fact:
Bessie Stringfield
Bessie Stringfield, better known as the “Motorcycle
Queen of Miami,” is a pioneering motorcyclist who broke
down barriers for Black riders and women alike. The late
Stringfield is historically known as the first Black woman to
ride across the United States, riding well into her later
years.
Stringfield was born in Jamaica in 1911 to a Black
Jamaican father and a white Dutch mother. The family migrated north to the United
States and settled in Boston, Mass. Tragedy struck when Stringfield was just five-yearsold, when her parents died. An Irish woman primarily raised her from that point on.
At 16, Stringfield was given a motorcycle by her caregiver, a 1928 Indian Scout. Three
years later, at the age of 19, she embarked on the first of eight cross-country trips with
stops at carnivals and stunt shows. She made a name for herself as a Black woman
motorcyclist earning money on her long road trips. However, because of her race and
gender, she would often have to sleep outside on her motorcycle because hotels wouldn’t
take her in.
Stringfield was married and divorced six times but never had children. She kept the last
name of her third husband, Arthur Stringfield throughout her career. As her carnival stunt
career slowed, Stringfield shifted gears and worked for the U.S. Army as a civilian
motorcycle dispatch rider during World War II. She was the only woman in her unit and
was essentially trained as a soldier.
Although she was a fearless rider, she endured racist attacks and taunts including people
attempting to run her off the road. The incidents made her stronger and she decided to
not let the prejudice of others get in the way of her love of motorcycles. Stringfield
eventually settled just outside of Miami, Fla. and worked as a nurse.
Stringfield eventually founded the Iron Horse Motorcycle Club. She also still partook in
races, winning one such event disguised as a man though she was denied the prize
money when she revealed her true gender. It was in Miami where she earned her
nickname and rode on one of her many Harley-Davidson bikes performing tricks.
Stringfield rode up until her death in 1993. She was 82. In 1990, the American
Motorcyclist Association honored Stringfield in a Harley-Davidson exhibit. In 2000, the
AMA named its “Superior Achievement by a Female Motorcyclist” award after her. In
2002, she was posthumously inducted into the Motorcycle Hall of Fame.
http://blackamericaweb.com/2016/08/18/little-known-black-history-fact-bessie-stringfield/
Thank You!
To Rev. Murphy and the Greater Little Zion Church Family,
Thank you for the prayers, cards, texts, and words of encouragement after the passing of our
grandma, Inez Smith. The outpouring of support from the church has really helped during this
difficult time after losing both of our grandmothers. Thank you for the many expressions of
condolence during this time.
Sincerely,
Jovan and Russell Petty
Thank You!
Pastor and First Lady Murphy and the Majors Family would like to thank the Greater Little
Zion Church Family and Friends for your prayers, cards, love and support during our time of
sorrow. May God continue to bless you.
The First Family
Thank You!
Greater Little Zion Baptist Church Male Chorus,
A note to thank you and to say the memory of your kindness will be remembered for many a
day. God bless and thank you again for being a participant in the “100 Men in Black & White”
service. We are looking forward to next year.
Women’s Ministry
Oak Grove Baptist Church
Congratulations to Deacon Geraldine Woods
On Saturday, August 27, 2016, The Women’s Auxiliary of the Northern Virginia
Baptist Association, Inc. selected Deacon Geraldine as one of its honorees at this
year’s Annual Recognition Luncheon for her services as “Missionary President.”
Congratulations for a Job Well Done!
Greater Little Zion Baptist Church
125th Church Anniversary Program Journal Photo Schedule for today:
Male Chorus
Senior Ushers
Sound Video
* Any Ministries that were scheduled and did not have a photo taken should submit a photo of
their Ministry members
Bible Study Cancelled for August 2016
Wednesday, August 31, 2016
Men’s Ministry Bible Study
Thursday, September 8 & 22, 2016
7:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Family and Friends Essay
125 Years: Remembering, Reconciling, and Rejuvenating
“But as it is written, Eye hath not seen, nor ear heard, neither have entered into the
heart of man, the things which God hath prepared for them that love him.”
1 Corinthians 2:9
Who is eligible? Students in Grades 9 -12 "What role if any does reconciliation play in
families, among friends, and in society as a whole?"
...Essay not to exceed 750 words ...
First place $100 ... Second place $75 ... Third place $50 …
Essay Submission Deadline – Friday, September 2, 2016 @ 5:00 p.m.
Entries will not be considered and will be returned to applicant if deadline date, time and
word count are not met!
Please see Sis. Terri Williams-Henderson for entry rules and details.
Contact info: tlwh965@hotmail.com, (703) 861-6238
Office Closed
In observance of the Labor Day Holiday,
the Admin Office will be closed on Monday, September 5, 2016.
Welcome Back!
Children’s church resumes on September 18th
with a message from the Mercy seat,
Encouraging yourself in the Lord.
We will accept children ages 4-12.
POC: Sis. Robin Anderson
Leadership Training
Thursday, September 29, 2016
7:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Women's Ministry Retreat
The Women’s Ministry Retreat will be held Sept. 15-17, 2017 at the Wyndham Virginia
Crossings Hotel & Conference Center in Richmond, VA. Please contact Rev. Chandler @
(703) 455-8799 or Sis. Dottie Henson @ (703) 910-4358 for more information.
125th Church Anniversary Team Update as of August 14 2016
Theme: “125 Years: Remembering, Reconciling, and Rejuvenating”
“But as it is written, Eye hath not seen, nor ear heard, neither have entered
into the heart of man, the things which God hath prepared for them that love
him.” I Corinthians 2:9
125th Church Anniversary Souvenir Journal
All Discounts for Full and Half Page Ads Have Been Extended to August 31,
2016
Family and Friends Day (See Flyer in the Bulletin)
September 11, 2016, 9:45 a.m. Service
Youth Essay Competition, High School Students, Sign up in the Vestibule
Old-Fashion Revival (See Flyer in the Bulletin)
October 10-14, 2016
Dinner Served Nightly 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m., Service Starts at 7:15 p.m.
Deacon Al Moseley
125th Church Anniversary Chair
~ Zion Renovation Project Goal: $125,000 ~
Raised: $84,660.00
(Team Standing as of August 14, 2016)
Place
12 Zion Tribal Leaders
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
Brother Jimmy Jones
Brother Dr. Lacy McLaurin
Brother Willie Johnson
Brother Ed James
Brother Emerson Bascomb
Brother Al Woods
Deacon Don Newton
Brother Russell Petty
Brother Nolen Crockett
Brother Lyndon Wrighten
Brother Al Hayes
12 Brother Larry Pyos
Team Name
Alphabet of Members'
Last Name
Paid
Acts
Revelation
Titus
James
Romans
Philemon
Corinthians
Galatians
Philippians
Matthew
Ephesians
M
C
G, J
E, F
S, N, O
L, R
B
H
D, T
P
W
$13,431.00
$10,437.00
$8,302.00
$7,348.00
$7,088.50
$6,774.00
$6,400.00
$6,123.00
$5,879.00
$5,591.00
$5,467.50
Timothy
A, I, K, V, Y
$1,819.00
Total:
$84,660.00
GLZBC 125th Anniversary T-Shirts
Orders are now being taken for a limited time (thru 9/11/16) for the 125th
Anniversary T-Shirts.
The order sizes are the following: Adult – (S, M, L, XL, 2X, 3X, 4X, 5X)
Youth – (S, M, L)
The shirts are $5 per shirt.
2X and 3X will be $1 more ($6 per shirt)
4X and 5X shirts are available for $2 more ($7 per shirt)
Please see Al Hayes in the vestibule area after the church services to
place your order.
For additional questions, please contact Al Hayes via email (alvinhayes@cox.net)
or contact via phone (703) 599-3555.
Soul Food Prayer Breakfast
The Women’s Ministry of Greater Little Zion Baptist Church
Under the Pastorate of
Rev. Dr. James T. Murphy, Jr.
is having a soul food prayer breakfast.
Speaker: Rev. Lynn Taylor, Living Water Worship Center, Gainesville,
Virginia
Scripture: “Joyous Faith” - Psalm 126:3
Date: September 24, 2016
Time: 8:30 a.m. – Sign-in
9:00 a.m. - Prayer Breakfast
Location: Mott Center, 12111 Braddock Road, Fairfax, Virginia 22030
Phone: 703-278-8605
 T-Shirt Logo
Please respond online at glzbc.org by August 28, 2016.
POCs: Sisters Mamie James at 703-327-6448 - mamiejames40@yahoo.com and
Rosalind Blunt at
703-978-2077 – rosalindblunt@aol.com
Sunday
7:45 and 10:45 a.m. Worship Service - Each one bring one
7:45 and 10:45 a.m. Children’s Church 1st and 3rd Sunday (OS)
Wednesday
6:30 p.m. Prayer Meeting - A one-hour group session led by the Deacon Ministry. Come and
pray with us. Location: Old Sanctuary, All are welcome
7:45 and 10:45 a.m. Youth Church 1st and 3rd Sunday (FH)
7:30-8:30 p.m. Bible Study (Fellowship Hall) All are welcome
8:30 a.m. Sunday School 5th Sunday - Pastor Murphy is the Adult Class facilitator
Thursday
6:00–8:00 p.m. GLZ Praise Dancers Ministry Rehearsal (OS) POC: BOD Dolores Claytor
9:45 –10:30 a.m. Sunday School - POC: Bro. Jeffery Allen, Sr., Superintendent – June –
August 2016, Theme: “Toward a New Creation”
6:30 p.m. Youth Ministry Meeting 1st and 2nd Thursday (FH) POC: Sis. Cynthia Turner
9:45 – 10:15 a.m. Morning Prayer period – Main Sanctuary POC: Prayer Ministry
7:00 p.m. Children’s Ministry Meeting 1st Thursday
9:45 a.m. Worship Service 5th Sunday
7:00 a.m. Church Choir Rehearsal Thursday before the 3rd Sunday
1:00 p.m. Pastor’s Aide Ministry Meeting 1st Sunday (FH) - POC: Bro. James McCoy
7:00-8:00 p.m. Junior Ushers’ Meeting 4th Thursday (OS)
1:00 p.m. Family Ministry – Family Prayer Day, 3rd Sunday upstairs in the prayer room,
Theme: Praying For Family Rejuvenation. The Focused Family Prayer for the Month of
August: Praying for the strength to endure and to withstand the challenges that attack us all
in our families. And in the enduring faith that we are all called to have and to use, may we
be able to bless others in our family who are struggling with battles of their own, thereby
building and encouraging others to grow in their walk with God. Prayers To Endure And
Then To Lift Up Others! Scripture Reference: Simon, Simon, Satan has asked to sift you
as wheat. But I have prayed for you, Simon, that your faith may not fail. And when you have
turned back, strengthen your brothers. Luke 22: 31-32 POCs: Deacon Anthony & Deacon
Terri Bazemore
7:30 p.m. Missionary Ministry Meeting 3rd Thursday (CR)
1:00 p.m. Game of Chess, Food, Fun and Fellowship, immediately after the 11:00 a.m.
service, (please see website calendar for dates) in the Fellowship Hall. POC: Bro. Al Hayes
and Sis. LaKita Jones
8:00 a.m. Male Chorus Rehearsal (MS)
1-3 p.m. 125th Zion Day Team Meeting 3rd Sunday (Jan – Sept) (OS) – POC: Dea. Al
Moseley
10:00 a.m. - 12 noon Women’s Ministry Meeting 3rd Saturday (FH) – POC: Rev. Estelle
Chandler (Nov & Dec Meeting in the Old Sanctuary)
1:30 p.m. Christian Education Ministry Meeting 1st Sunday – POC: Sis. La Kita Jones
1:30 p.m. Cancer Support Team Meeting (CR) 2nd Sunday – POC: Sis. Christine Davis
Monday
7:30 p.m. Youthful Praise of Zion Choir Rehearsal (MS) Except after the 2nd Sunday
8:30 p.m. Young Adult Praise Team Rehearsal (MS) POC: Sis. Kiara Mack
Friday
7:00 p.m. Baptism Orientation 1st Friday (CR) – POC: Rev. Estelle Chandler
7:00 p.m. Zion Inspirational Choir Rehearsal Friday before the 1st Sunday
Saturday
7-9 a.m. Men’s Ministry Prayer Breakfast 1st Saturday (FH) - POC: Bro. Al Woods
9:30–11:00 a.m. Women’s Bible Study 2nd and 4th Saturdays (FH) - POC: Deacon Geraldine
Woods
10:00 a.m. Beautification Ministry Meeting 3rd Saturdays (CR) – POC: Sis. Annie McLaurin
10:00 a.m. Deacons Meeting 3rd Saturday (OS) Special on-call teleconference held
periodically. POC: Deacon Don Newton
7:00 p.m. Church Choir Rehearsal
10:00 – 11:00 a.m. Ushers’ Ministry Adults Meeting 4th Saturday – POC: Sis. Gloria Lofton
Tuesday
6:30 p.m. Academic Enrichment (Tutoring) POC: Deacon Dr. Al Moseley
10:00 a.m. New Member Orientation Saturday before the 2nd Sunday
7:00 p.m. Zion Inspirational Choir Rehearsal (except the Tuesday after the 1st Sunday)
7:00 p.m. Music and Performing Arts Council meeting Tuesday before the 1st Sunday
7:00 p.m. Board of Directors’ Meeting 2nd Tuesday (CR) – POC: Sis. Dolores Claytor
7:00 p.m. Deacons’ Training 2nd Tuesday
7:30 p.m. Hospitality Ministry Meeting 4th Tuesday (Kitchen) – POC: Sis. Carmen Holt
11:00 a.m. Women of Zion Choir Rehearsal 1st & 4th Saturday & the Saturday before the 5th
Sunday
2:00 p.m. Seniors Ministry Meeting every 3rd Saturday (Pinn Center)
Please see web-site calendar (www.glzbc.org) for more scheduled events.