Sunday, January 11, 2015 - St. John Baptist Church

www.stjohnbaptistchurch.org
Sunday, January 11, 2015
Church-wide Theme: Reach Up, Reach Out & Reach In
Acts 1:6-8
Address
9055 Tamar Drive
Columbia, MD 21045
(410) 992-6977
Rev. Dr. Robert A. F. Turner,
Senior Pastor
Rev. Dr. Ostein B. Truitt,
Assistant Pastor
Services:
8:00 AM – Traditional Service
9:10 AM – Sunday School
10:15 AM – Blended Service
12:00 Noon – Contemporary Service
Rev. Janelle Bruce Smith,
Youth Pastor
Rev. Sadie Woolford,
Associate Pastor, Pastoral Care
OUR VISION
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Praise the Lord and welcome to St John Baptist
Church! On behalf of the entire St John family,
allow me to take this opportunity to thank our
friends, guests and members for choosing to
help us lift up the name of Jesus here today. We
say to you who are unsaved-join Jesus! To you
who are unchurched-join us in membership,
as we seek to make disciples for Jesus Christ.
To be “A Christ Centered Church,
Making a Difference
for Jesus Christ in
the Church, Community, Home &
Workplace.
OUR MISSION
To be a thriving spiritual center that reaches people for Christ and builds believers to be Christ-like.
(Matthew 28:19-20; Jude 1:20-21)
SJBC Question of the Week
Stuart Scott: Inspirational. Impactful. Champion. Hero. Trailblazer.
Winning attitude. What is his legacy for you? #SJBCTalks
Share your responses with us!
FaceBook—SJBCDiscover
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We respectfully ask that no food or drink be brought or eaten in the sanctuary.
SJBC Image Policy - By entering this Church, you hereby grant St John Baptist Church the right,
but not the obligation, to photograph, film and capture you and your likeness, on film and/or through any
other method currently available or that becomes available in the future. You further agree that these images may be used in the production, exhibition, distribution, promotion, publicity and advertising of similar events and any other event sponsored by St John Baptist Church. Under no circumstances will your
likeness be used in connection with commercial endorsements of any kind.
“Being Born Again”
1-11-15
-ORDER OF SERVICE-
8:00 a.m.
*Congregation Stands……………………………………...………….**Ushers May Seat Worshippers
Call to Worship………………………...………..……………………….…….…….Rev. Todd Givens
Invocation (*)………………………………………………….……………..………..…….Rev. Givens
Hymn of Praise (*)(**)……………..……………………………………….…………….Congregation
#141 “Love Lifted Me”
Responsive Reading (*)……………………………….……………………..……..……….Rev. Givens
#565 “Regeneration”
Pastoral Announcements (**)……………………..…………………………..…….Rev. Ostein Truitt
The Welcome (**)…………………………….……………….……………......…….…Sis. Kim Hilson
Selection (**)………………………………………………………..……….……………..Male Chorus
Offertory/ Choir Selection…………………………………………..…………………….Male Chorus
Prayer/Offering/Doxology*
Sermonic Selection (**)………………..……………………….………………………….Male Chorus
Scripture(*)/Sermon………………….…………………………………….………………..Rev. Truitt
John 3:1-11, 16 “Being Born Again”
Invitational Hymn (*)…………………………………..……..………………..Choir & Congregation
“I Really Love the Lord”
Altar Prayer (*)…………………………..……………………...….………………………..Rev. Truitt
Closing Hymn (*)………………………………………………...……………..Choir & Congregation
“Where He Leads Me”
Benediction (*)…………………………………………………..…………………..……….Rev. Truitt
Enter to Worship
Cry Room Available
Depart to Serve
“Being Born Again”
1-11-15
10:15 a.m.
-FLOW OF SERVICE-
*People Stand…………………………………..…….………………..**Ushers May Seat Worshipers
Call to Worship…………………………………..………………….…..….……Rev. Regina Mitchell
Opening Prayer (*)……………………………..………..…………………….….……...Rev. Mitchell
Song of Praise (**)……………………………..…..………………...…………………...Male Chorus
Community News (**)………………………….…………………………..………Rev. Ostein Truitt
Welcome Guests (**)………………………………………………….................…Sis. Amber Hodges
(Children are dismissed for Children’s Church in the Chapel)
Special Song (**)…………………………………………………...……………………..Male Chorus
Prayer/Receive Financial Gifts/Song……………………………...…….……………….Male Chorus
Song of Preparation (**)………………………………………………………………….Male Chorus
Read God’s Word (*)/Sermon…………………………………….……………..…………Rev. Truitt
John 3:1-11, 16 “Being Born Again”
Special Invitation & Song (*)………………………………………...………..Choir & Congregation
“I Really Love the Lord”
Community Prayer (*)…………………………………………….………………………..Rev. Truitt
Closing Song (*)………………………………………………………...……...Choir & Congregation
“Where He Leads Me”
Closing Prayer (*)…………………………………………………….…………………….Rev. Truitt
Enter to Worship
Cry Room Available
Depart to Serve
“Being Born Again”
1-11-15
-FLOW OF SERVICE-
12:00 p.m.
*People Stand…………………………………...………….……..**Ushers May Seat Worshippers
Opening Words/Prayer (*)…………………………………….…….………...…..Rev. John West
Worship & Praise (**)……………………………………...………………………….Praise Team
Welcome Guests (**)…………………………………………………..………......……..Rev. West
Worship & Praise (**)………………………………………………………..……….Praise Team
Community News (**)……………………………………………………...…...Rev. Ostein Truitt
Children’s Message (**)……………………………….……………….….…..….Sis. Anita Hilson
Prayer/Receive Financial Gifts/Song…………………….……………..…………….Praise Team
Sacred Arts Presentation (**)…………………………………………………….Drama Ministry
Special Song (**)………………………………………….……..……………………..Praise Team
Read God’s Word (*)/Message…………………………………………..…...………...Rev. Truitt
John 3:1-11, 16 “Being Born Again”
Special Invitation & Song (*)………...…………………………………………………..Everyone
“Withholding Nothing”
Community Prayer (*)……………………………...…………………..……………….Rev. Truitt
Closing Song (*)…………………………………….…………..…………………………Everyone
“Let It Rise”
Closing Prayer (*)…………………………………………...……..……………………Rev. Truitt
Enter to Worship
Cry Room Available
Depart to Serve
Church Evacuation Overview
In the event of an emergency you are requested to remain where you are in order to
receive instructions on how to proceed.
If we need to evacuate the building:
1. Please follow the instructions of staff positioned along the way and head to the
designated safe area.
2. Parents please do not attempt to go and get your children if they are in Children’s
Church. Once all children have been accounted for, you will be allowed to reunite
with them.
3. Please do not attempt to go to your car or to drive off the parking lot.
4. Please remain in the designated safe area until instructions to return to the building
are given.
We are so happy to have you worship with us today.
As you take your seat, please take a minute and familiarize yourself with
where the exits are located.
In the event of an emergency you will receive appropriate instructions from
the pulpit.
PLEASE ENJOY THE SERVICE.
Attention Ministry Leaders
If you would like to reserve a table after Sunday Worship services in the Fellowship
Hall to promote your ministry event, please utilize our on-line Midas system.
The earlier you reserve the better; we have a limited number of tables.
Thank You.
Forward ministry bulletin requests by COB Tuesday:
ccottman@stjohnbaptistchurch.org
January
Thurs., 1/15
Fri., 1/16
7 p.m.
5 p.m.
7 p.m.
Sat., 1/17
Sun., 1/18
Mon., 1/19
Thurs., 1/22
Sun., 1/25
Wed., 1/28
Sat., 1/31
10 a.m.—1 p.m.
ALL 3 Worship Services
7-9 p.m.
7-8:15 p.m.
ALL 3 Worship Services
9 a.m.—5 p.m.
10 a.m.
Every 3rd Sunday is
Bring a Friend Sunday!!!
Service Styles:
8 a.m.—Traditional Service
9:10 a.m.—Sunday School for all ages
10:15 a.m.—Blended Service
12 Noon—Contemporary Service
GriefShare Support Group Begins
Deadline-Trustee Board/Ministry Nominations
Dr. MLK, Jr. & Rabbi Heschel Interfaith Service
Beth Shalom, 8070 Harriet Tubman Ln., Columbia
Social Action—Pathways to Social Justice
MLK Recognition Sunday
Experiencing God Course Begins
Youth Ministry Interest Meeting
Team Spirit Sunday
Health & Wholeness Ministry Health Event
SJBC Annual Church Meeting
Mid-Week Power Hour Service
Wed., Jan. 14th at 7:00 p.m.
Chapel
Rev. Jessie Paul Clay
Guest Speaker
12 Noon Service
SA Presentations for January:
2nd Sunday - Drama Ministry
3rd Sunday - Dance Ministry/
Decoded Praise Youth Choir
th
4 Sunday - No SA Presentation
If you’d like to deliver an inspirational
message one Wed. night, contact:
Rev. Ella Moore (443) 820-3437
MLK Recognition Sunday
Jan. 18th ~ All 3 services
Team Spirit Sunday
Jan. 25th ~ All 3 services
Rev. Turner will deliver a word on one
of the most renowned leaders of the Civil
Rights Movement that changed a nation
and impacted the world.
Come dressed in your favorite team’s
paraphernalia! It doesn’t matter what you
wear as long as you are part of God’s team of
worshippers, for He is worthy!!
18th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr./Rabbi Abraham Joshua Heschel Interfaith Service
Fri., Jan. 16th at 7 p.m.
Beth Shalom Congregation, 8070 Harriet Tubman Lane, Columbia, MD
On behalf of Rabbi Susan Grossman, Cantor Richard Walters, and the Beth Shalom Congregation
Social Action Committee, you are cordially invited to this uplifting event! Please join us
in celebrating this historic moment in American history at which time Rabbi Grossman and Cantor
Walters will be joined by keynote speaker Rev. Jane Wood of Locust United Methodist Church,
whose speech will address “Where Do We Go from Here?” We will also be joined by
Rev. Dr. Robert Turner of St John Baptist Church, Pastor Larry Walker of Celebration Church
and a variety of spirited and inspirational congregational choirs.
Bringing together our leaders, congregations, choirs, youth members, and greater community
is always a wonderful way to remind us all of the extraordinary county, state and nation
in which we live. Reverend Dr. King and Rabbi Heschel are honored together every year at this
commemorative, inspiring, and celebratory community service in tribute for their work together
on the front lines of the Civil Rights Movement.
SJBC Annual Church Meeting
Sat., Jan. 31st at 10 a.m.
Fellowship Hall
Your presence is important! The annual budget will be presented
and you will have the opportunity to elect officers for 2015.
Make sure you mark your calendars!
Introducing the newest SJBC Cluster!
Do you sew, knit, crochet, paper craft, quilt, woodwork, etc.?
If you answered YES, why not use your craft
to benefit a cause?
Let’s use our gifts of handcrafting for fellowship and outreach!
For more information, please contact Sis. Leath McCallum:
Lea922@aol.com OR 215-206-6762
1st & 3rd Tues. of each month at 7 p.m. in Room 157
Join us as we discover something new, together -- how to appreciate our
blessings and best serve God in our season of singleness. There will be prayer,
reading of Scripture and fellowship. Feel free to bring and be responsible for
your children who can stay in an adjoining room while we meet.
For more information, please contact Sis. Cecily Christian at cecily_christian@hotmail.com
This activity is part of the St John Singles for Christ Ministry.
Grief Support Group
Every Thurs. at 7 p.m.
Beginning Jan. 15th—April 9th
To register, please contact Sis. Minnette Parham:
410-992-6977 or sjbc_churchadmin@stjohnbaptistchurch.org
You will need to provide your full name, phone number, and email address (if applicable).
Preventive Health Event
Wed., Jan. 28th from 9 a.m.—5 p.m.
SJBC Fellowship Hall
Do you know how to recognize the warning signs of a stroke? If you or someone you know
is experiencing any of these symptoms (sudden numbness, difficulty speaking, severe dizziness, loss
of coordination, sudden loss of vision, sudden intense headache, brief loss of consciousness), call
911 right away! It’s important to seek medical treatment immediately.
The Health & Wholeness Ministry is pleased to partner with Life Line Screening to host
affordable, non-invasive and painless screenings. Protect your health by finding
out your risk of having a stroke by participating!
Register today for the Stroke, Vascular & Heart Rhythm package, which includes four screenings:
carotid artery, abdominal aortic aneurysm, peripheral arterial disease and atrial fibrillation.
In order to register for this event and to receive a $10 discount off any package priced above $129,
please call 1-888-653-6441 or visit www.lifelinescreening.com/community-partners.
For more information, please contact Sis. Trudy Thompson:
617-771-0157 or trudylthompson@gmail.com
ATTENTION ALL ST JOHN MEMBERS: A CALL TO SERVE AND DO GOD’S WORK
Request for Nominations
2015 Trustee Board (aka Joint Board) and Trustee Board Ministry Members
Your Church needs your assistance! Nomination forms for the
2015 Board of Trustees/Joint Board and Trustee Board Ministry Members
are NOW available!
The vacant positions to be filled on the Trustee Board (aka Joint Board) are:
□Members-at-Large (2 positions)
□Church Clerk
□Assistant Church Clerk
The vacant positions to be filled on the Trustee Board Ministry are:
□Chairperson
□Vice-Chairperson
□Treasurer
□Assistant Treasurer
□Financial Secretary
□Trustee (4 positions)
□Youth Member (2 positions)
Nomination forms with a brief description of the responsibilities of each position may
be obtained from the literature rack near the Info Center.
All Nominees are asked to attend an Informational Orientation session designed
to equip nominees with an understanding of the skills and expectations for all
positions. Nominees will be informed of the date and time for this session.
Any questions regarding the nomination process should be directed to:
Committee Chair, Rev. Todd Givens - givens634@msn.com
All nominations should be placed in a sealed envelope addressed to SJBC Nomination
Committee and turned into the church office no later than Fri., Jan. 16th.
Please prayerfully consider filing for a position!
Our noon service Praise Team is holding auditions for singers & musicians
ALL MONTH. We also have positions available on our Creative Worship
Technology Team.
To join the team, please contact Minister of Music & Dir. of Creative Arts:
Bro. Eric Byrd at ebyrd@stjohnbaptistchurch.org
Social Action – Pathways to Social Justice
Sat., Jan. 17th; 10 a.m.—12:30 p.m.; SJBC Fellowship Hall
The Treyvon Martin, Michael Brown and Eric Gardiner verdicts are sobering reminders that we
have not completely overcome. Why is that and where do we go from here? We invite all SJBC
and community members to join us in this critical conversation about African American manhood,
race relations, community policing and social action strategies.
Part I: Our History – Then and Now ~ A dynamic presentation by Dr. Lenneal Henderson,
Ph.D. that will take us on an amazing jour ney through our histor y.
Part II: RESPECT and the Law ~ A panel discussion between local law enforcement officials,
youth leaders, the DA’s office and the Christian community to develop action strategies for positive
change.
If you are interested in assisting with planning or need more information, please contact:
DIT Henry Johnson at 443-677-1584 or henrylloyd@verizon.net
11th Annual SJBC
Heritage Celebration
Sat., Feb. 21st, 3-6 p.m. ~ SJBC Fellowship Hall
Join us for a cultural experience you will never forget!
*Food from 9 different countries *Culturally exciting entertainment *Great fellowship
Tickets can be purchased on the SJBC website:
Adults—$10 AND Children 10 and under—$5.00 (Plus a small transaction fee)
For more information please contact:
Sis. Marcia St Lawrence at 410-538-5437, Sis. JoAnn Burnet at 410-262-2986,
Bro. Edward Kontor at 301-605-5649 OR Sis. Mae Beale at 301-596-2432
Calling all youth leaders, parents & persons interested in working with the Youth Ministry.
Thur., Jan. 22nd ~ 7-8:15 p.m.
There will be a very important meeting discussing the 2015 youth calendar
and ministry and leadership opportunities. If you want to know how you and/or
your child(ren) can get involved, please join us!
If you are currently serving in the Youth Ministry, please be sure to attend this meeting.
For more information, please contact our Youth Pastor, Rev. Janelle:
410.992.6977 ext. 1014 or jsmith@stjohnbaptistchurch.org
“IT’S ALL ABOUT THE ARTS”
Fri., Feb. 27th
6 p.m.—Pre-Reception, Art Gallery and Crafts
7 p.m.—Performances
DANCE ~ POETRY ~ ACTING ~ MUSIC
All types of artwork are needed for the gallery!
Youth of all ages are encouraged to sign-up for performances,
group recitations & skits!
For more information, please contact:
Sis. Edwina Britt at 443-812-0442 or eckprime@aol.com
Experiencing God
Mon., Jan. 19th, 2015 ~ 7 to 9 p.m.
It is time to register for the next Experiencing God class. Come join this small group study and learn
answers to questions like: How do I know God is speaking to me? I am a Christian, but I still have
questions about my relationship with God!
Learn that God is always working around you and that God is not just pursuing a continuous love
relationship with but wants you to understand how to make Godly decisions.
For more information, please contact Sis. Gloria Glasper at gloria.glasper@comcast.net OR
register now at www.sjbccourses.org
Masterlife is a small group study for maturing believers as God’s disciples. These classes will enable believers
to make Christ Master and to master life by developing a personal, lifelong, obedient relationship with God.
The classes are currently held on Thursday from 7-9 p.m.
Disciples
Personality
Dec. 11th
through
Feb. 12th, 2015
Thursday
7-9 p.m.
Sis. Antoinette Walker
Bro. Lee Harris
Sis. Trudy Thompson
Disciples
Victory
Mar. 5th, 2015
through
Apr. 23rd, 2015
Thursday
7-9 p.m.
Sis. Peggy Anthony
Sis. Sarah Smith
Disciples
Mission
May 14th, 2015
through
July 23rd, 2015
Thursday
7-9 p.m.
Sis. Bertha Richardson
Sis. Elisa Wrenn
MasterLife
(Day)
T.B.D.
Tuesday
10 a.m. - Noon
Sis. Eloise Hunt
Facilitators are needed to start a new Disciples Cross class. For additional information & member registration,
please contact: Sis Phronnie Jones at pjphree@gmail.com or visit the church website,
www.stjohnbaptistchurch.org/studying-gods-word/
(UNABLE TO COME OUT)
Geraldine Gaillard (Brighton Gardens Assisted Living)
Ernestine Jones (Brighton Gardens Assisted Living)
Iris Moran (Brighton Gardens Assisted Living)
Beulah Patterson (Lorien Nursing Home)
Dea. Shirley Alston (Autumn Assisted Living)
Jackie Vandervall (Brighton Gardens Assisted Living)
Leola Anderson
Ruth Craigen
Eunice Frazier (VA)
Gayla Elder-Leak
Thelma Giles
James A. Dorsey
Prayer Line
Sis. Cindy Baker is on the prayer line
during the month of January.
Join her for prayer!!! Call: (410) 995-6089
Week of 1-11-2015: Rev. John West
If you desire a visit, please contact the Minister or Deacon assigned for the week.
*Bold indicates new entries for this week.
Our Sick
Doris Collier
Ayesha Dobbins Kaini Bradford
Karen Williams
Rose Pinder
Fredrika Hill Henson Michael
Eloise Linton Martha Lee
Cecilla Sanya, mother of Cica Bradley
DIT Adrienne Fleming
Joe Williams’ mother (Gladys Williams)
Mattie Simmons
Sirlene Green Emma Outen
Neila Peart
Vivian Bowling
Herman Thompson
Shelly McCrae
Elizabeth Champtal
Shelby Pollard
Henry Holmes
Darian Sharp– Son of Crudella Carroll
Tanji Johnson
Tania McAllister
Cynthia Hill
Mikaili Robertson
Tim Picot
Audrey Mullins
Mabel Clarke
Teresa Gusler
Rainsford Trivers
Jurnee del Rosario
Gwendolyn Millner
Ed Tucker
Gwendolyn Wilkins
Jenna Fletcher
Mikaili Robertson
Michelle Patterson
Dea. Dorothy Tucker
Malik Burns
Rev. John Cheek
Deleanor Boone
Erica LeMon’s grandmother, JoAnne Isabel
Johnnie Bingham Gerald Dawson
Ruby Wilkins
Hazel Jemmot
Dennis Stephens
Beverly Moore
Gus Owens
Dea. Bill Ross
Judith Bland
First Lady—Kim Turner
Rhonda O’Guinn
Phyllis Isaacs
Rev. Eric Brooks
Trustee Aaron Lancaster
Carol Holland Tim Picot
Week of 1-11-2015: Rev. John West
If you desire a visit, please contact the Minister or Deacon assigned for the week.
*Bold indicates new entries for this week.
Prayer Due to Illness
Cynthia Gail McClain -sister of Diane Martin
Curtis Washington– cousin of Glenda Morton
Monyetta Reid– Daughter of Ian and Stacy Swain
Derrick Hayes– Son of Leatrice Hayes
Bill Schreiber -Friend of Bob & Anita Hilson
John Travett’s Mother, RosaLee & Mother-in-Law, Donna
Phyllis Turner– Mother of Terri Fuller
Sister and Brother of Peggy Anthony
Betty Pryor– Aunt of Adrienne Fleming
Marlene Reagin -sister of Joanne Tyson
Laura Boone’s sister, Phyllis Kendrick Wright
Robert Taylor nephew of Joyce Henderson’s
Revonda Lewis cousin of Sadie Jackson’s
Pam Otis’ nephew & wife Anthony & Tiffany Brown
Olivia Brodie, Sister of Rev. Carolyn Fredericks
Barbara Love’s father
Christine Rodriguez –Sister of Lester & Bridget Meggett
Donna Pollock Shurney– Friend of Eric Byrd
Deborah Backer—Sister of Dawn Murray
Parents of Marhissa Bailey—Cynthia & Joseph Bailey III
Steven Herndon—Brother of Chanda Herndon
James Shannon—Friend of Chanda Herndon
Alisa Henderson—Friend of the Hilson Family
Emily Robbins—Mother of Shoneka Robbins
Son of Frances Lawton—Friend of Dea. Harolyn Harrison
Sarah Harris, Patricia Fowler and Dr. Michael Owens
Mother of Barbara Towson
Natalie Towson
Nknenti Juliana Mana—Friend of Emeline Ngam Ayeah
Ella Cowden—Friend of Mary Adu
Hope Taylor —Friend of Dea. Kathleen Ridley Cheek
Dea. Richard Shepherd’s mother
Phronnie Jones’ Son & Son-in-Law
Penny Pritchett’s Friends/Family
Margaret Walker—Friend of Dea. Alfreda McCoy-Gwynn
Claudette Motely—Mother of Cleveland & Clevetta Chandler
Leslie Turner—Various Family Members
Maurice & Faye Barksdale—Friends of Deacon Bill Ross, Sr.
Celia E. Jackson—Sister of Deacon Bill Ross, Sr.
TyAnne Martin—Sister of Lorna Evans
Denise Howze’s Father
Shanita Smith—Friend of Rev. Janelle Smith
John Wigglesworth—Brother of Wilbur Wigglesworth
Ricky Harrison—Friend of Dea. Lenny Harper
Jandie Turner’s brother Tonya Gorham’s aunt Elaine Hubbard
Angela Levrone’s mother-in-law
Linda Hayes’ friends daughter, Steff
Maya Haywood, daughter of Cassandra Haywood
Dea. Bill Ross’ brothers, Eugene Ross and Earl Ross
Hazida Hosein’s sister, Aklima Hosein and father, Zal Hosein
Mary Jones’ brother, Walter L. Meeks
Rev. Michael Alston’s brother, friend Rev. Corrogan Vaughn, and
friend Churchill Wortheley
Rev. John West’s brother Mike in NY
Pat Penny’s friend Martha
Jacqueline Jones—niece of Phyllis Isaacs & cousin of
Caroline Darden
Blanche Williams—Sister of Ira Snell, Jr.
Marion & David Green’s daughter Monica
Harry Evans’ mother Mamie Cox
Rose Ann Green-Aunt of Barbara Lassiter & Sister of
Barbara Brown
Jackie Dobbin’s sister Charlotte
Beulah Patterson’s husband, David & God-daughter, Stephanie,
grand-daughter, Jada and daughter Michelle
Cindy Baker’s mother & God-father
Dea. Ron Colbert’s mother
Bereavement
Carole Bennett lost her cousin
Betty Gilmer lost her brother
Kevin Gwynn lost his uncle
Joyce Henderson lost her sister in Virginia
Trustee James LeMon lost his mother
Mamie Perkins lost her father
Friend of SJBC, Rev. Dr. Michael Murphy of Peoples Congregational United Church of Christ passed
Friend of SJBC, Alcie Bray passed
MESSAGE NOTES
Date:
Speaker:
Scripture:
Sermon Title:
POINTS TO REMEMBER
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Sermon Cd’s are available in the Fellowship Hall.
HOW TO REACH OUR STAFF
Senior Pastor
Rev. Dr. Robert A.F. Turner
(410) 992-6977
roturner@stjohnbaptistchurch.org
Office #121
Assistant Pastor
Rev. Dr. Ostein Truitt
(410) 992-6977 Ext. 1007
ostruitt@stjohnbaptistchurch.org
Office #119
Youth Pastor
Rev. Janelle Bruce Smith
(410) 992-6977 Ext. 1014
jsmith@stjohnbaptistchurch.org
Office #111
Assoc. Pastor for Pastoral Care
Rev. Sadie Woolford
(410) 992-6977
Operations Manager
Sis. Vera Miles
(410) 992-6977 Ext. 1010
vmiles@stjohnbaptistchurch.org
Office #118
Innovative Technology Solutions Specialist
Minister of Music/Director of Creative Arts
Bro. Eric Byrd
(410) 992-6977 Ext. 1013
ebyrd@stjohnbaptistchurch.org
Office #136
Rev. Monique Budd
(410) 992-6977 Ext. 1023
mbudd@stjohnbaptistchurch.org
Office #112
Sr. Administrative Project Coordinator
Sis. ‘Chon Cottman
(410) 992-6977 Ext. 1005
ccottman@stjohnbaptistchurch.org