E-Messenger December 22, 2017

2017 Theme: “Pressing Forward” Scripture: Philippians 3:13-16 (RSV)

Mission: “Transforming Lives through

the Discipleship of Jesus Christ”

Vision: “Becoming ACTIVE Disciples through Commitment, Witness, Love

and Relationship”

Macedonia Baptist Church

Dr. Leonard L. Hamlin, Sr.,

Pastor

3412 South 22nd Street

Arlington, VA 22204

(Sanctuary)

2229 South Shirlington Road

Arlington, VA 22206 (Office)

(703) 521-7663 (Office)

(703) 521-6316 (Fax)

www.mbcva.ws (Website)

JOIN PASTOR HAMLIN ON THE PRAYER

LINE EACH WEDNESDAY MORNING AT

7:00 AM.

DIAL IN (515) 739-1015

ID: 373-561-388

OR ON FACEBOOK LIVE.

INVITE OTHERS TO JOIN YOU.

Christmas Eve Sunday Worship Service, December 24th @ 9:30 a.m. will be a “Themed Service” with singing from our Music Ministry and sermonettes from the Associate Ministers. ************ In order to cut down on traffic in the narthex after the Sunday Worship Service, please take your photos with the Christmas Ornaments on the Memorial Christmas Tree, prior to the beginning of service.

************ Christmas Poinsettias and Ornaments will be available to share with your families today after morning Worship Service. ************ New Year’s Eve Services, Sunday, December 31st @ 9:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. ************ The MBC Christmas Post Office is open. You may drop off your Christmas cards for members only in the sleigh next to the Christmas tree in the narthex. Pick up all Christmas cards from the Post Office which is located in the Multi-purpose Room by Sunday, January 7, 2018. ************ Discipleship classes are on break and will resume in January 2018. ************ Bible Study is on break and will resume on Wednesday, February 14, 2018. ************ MBC Achievers will resume in January 2018. Parents/grandparents/guardians, please take advantage of what is being offered to help your student(s) advance in his/her studies and be prepared for the standardized tests. Please see Trustee-in-Training Dewayne McClary or Sis. Deborah McClary if you have questions.

Word for You Today (December-January-February), our daily devotional is available for pickup following morning Worship. The Congregation is encouraged to pick up “extras” for family and friends. ************

The Adult and Youth Sunday School schedule is:

Adult Sunday School will meet every 2th, 3rd and 4th Sunday at 8:15am using the MBC Daily Devotional.

Youth Sunday School will meet every 2nd and 3rd Sunday at 8:30am

discussing “Discipleship.” ************ MBC’s Generation Now 2018 HBCU College Tour is scheduled for Sunday, March 25, – Thursday, March 29, 2018. This is an excellent opportunity for 9th – 12th grade students to get an overview of college life and find out first-hand what is required to be accepted into college. The tour will include a visit to 9 colleges/universities and other activities. See the attached flyer for full details, contact and payment information. If you have any questions see Sister Tawanna Lawson.

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Mark your calendar: • 2nd and 3rd—New Year’s Service of Celebration @ 7pm, Dr. Lance Watson will be the guest speaker. • 10th—Corporate Prayer • 19th—20th—Dr. Hamlin will hold a Leadership Conference To keep up on all the meetings, services and activities at MBC check out the MBC calendar on the website at www.mbcva.ws.

MBC MEMBER COMMUNICATION INFO Macedonia Members please call or have a family member contact the church office for prayer, home or hospital visitation, and/or to receive communion during an extended illness for yourself or for a family member. Once the office has received your request, the Minister of Congregational Care, Minister Tonia Heggs, or a member of our Diaconate Ministry, will contact you to schedule a phone call, visitation, or communion by a Macedonia Baptist Church leader. ************ Have you moved? Do you have a new phone number or email address? Did you notify the church office? Please take a moment to complete the member update card (located in the back of the chairs) and provide us with your updated information. Please return the updated card in the offering basket or church office (Attn: Church Clerk). ************ In the event of inclement weather or an emergency, Macedonia will provide regular updates regarding our worship service/operating schedule via NBC 4 (WRC), Fox 5 (WTTG), ABC 7/News Channel 8 (WJLA), CBS 9 (WUSA), the MBC website (www.mbcva.ws), E-messenger, and text alerts. If you have not signed up for the E-messenger, please send an email to: E-messenger @mbcva.ws. ************* MBC Group Text — To receive immediate updates on events, severe weather alerts, emergencies, closings, reminders, and inspirational messages from Macedonia, join our instant message group. Text to 41411. The message is: mbcva. Type your full name when instructed. ************ WiFi at MBC Sanctuary — MBC Guest (Password: 3412) Multipurpose Room — MBC Guest2 (Password: macedonia) ************ CDs of all Worship services and Revivals are available for purchase at the Information Center.

COMMUNITY and other church NEWS

Arlington Branch NAACP - President, Karen Nightengale

Meetings are held on the 3rd Monday of each month at 7:00pm at the Walter Reed Community Center, 2909 16th Street, S. Arlington, VA 22204, phone: 703-920-1100.

All are welcome….It takes everyone to lift up a community.

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Honor Dr. King, his life, and work at Arlington’s 49th Annual MLK Tribute event on Sun., Jan. 14, from 5-6:30 p.m. at Wakefield High School. The program will include live music and dance as well as spoken word and a post-event reception. Join us for an evening of remembrance to carry on Dr. King’s legacy. Free to attend; no registration required. Thank you, Laura Barragan Special Events and Communications Manager Arlington County Department of Parks and Recreation 2100 Clarendon Blvd., Suite 414 Arlington, VA 22201 P 703.228.3329, F 703.228.3328, C 240.893.2100 ************ Volunteer Arlington is offering a professional training session for those who are interested in joining a board or are doing board work. See the attached flyer for all the details.

Bible Study Schedule - 7pm

Every 1st Wednesday of the month Corporate Prayer and Praise. Everyone is encouraged and invited to attend.

Every 2nd Wednesday of the month Pastor’s Bible Study is open to everyone.

Every 3rd Wednesday of the month Pastor’s Bible Study is open to everyone.

Each 4th Wednesday of the month Pastor’s Bible Study is open to everyone.

The 5th Wednesday of each month is Leadership Night. All leaders of MBC will meet with Pastor Hamlin.

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Parents, while you are in service or performing ministry, please be mindful that you

are responsible to know where your child(ren) is/are at all times. If you permit

them to leave you for restroom breaks, etc., they must return to you at an

appropriate time and not be left unsupervised. We appreciate your cooperation.

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PLEASE TAKE NOTE: There should be no walking in the sanctuary during prayer, the message or altar call, unless you are coming to the altar. If there is an

emergency, please request the usher’s assistance. Thank you.

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Are you praying for, visiting, and/or calling the sick and shut-in?

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Keep up on all events at Macedonia by visiting the monthly calendar of events at the MBC website at

www.mbcva.ws

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