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THE SERVANT LINKCHURCHES UNITED TO SERVE -
COMMITTED TO MAKING A DIFFERENCE James River Baptist Association
P. O. Box 1219, Dillwyn, VA 23936Mrs. Marilyn Snoddy – Moderator
www.jamesriverbaptistassociation.com Tel: 434-983-7385 Email: [email protected] Hours: Monday & Wednesday 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM__________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________ Volume XVI September 20017 Edition VIII
HOMECOMINGS & REVIVALS
September 10
Arvon HomecomingWorship Service at 11:00 AMFellowship Lunch following the service.REVIVAL SERVICES: September 11 – 13 at 7:00 PM.Speakers: Monday – Alan Gough
Tuesday – Dr. Don Campbell Wednesday – Rev. Geoff Bruschi, Pastor
Fork of Willis HomecomingSunday School at 10:00 AMWorship Service at 11:00 AMMeal on the Grounds following Worship
September 17
First Baptist Dillwyn HomecomingSunday School at 10:00 AM – Atttendance Goal of 100Worship Service at 11:00 AM Speaker: Rev. John MoxleyMusic by the Children’s Choir Recognition of Senior Adults & OthersFellowship Meal at 12:30 PMREVIVAL SERVICES: September 17 – 1 9 at 7:00 PMSpeaker: Rev. Jeff WorleySpecial Music nightly.
September 17 – 20
Antioch Union’s 7th Annual Tent Revival at Pearson Construction, Inc.Located at 485 Pearson Drive, Dillwyn, VA (Route 24)Sept. 17: 6:00 PM – Hot Dog Supper with Service at 7:00 PMSept. 18 – 20 – Services at 7:00 PMSpeakers: Sunday & Tuesday – Pastor Billy Swann
Monday & Wednesday – Pastor Brian FaisonSpecial Music each night.
September 21 – 24
Antioch (Scottsville) Old-Fashioned Tent Services at Hardware RiverEvening Services at 7:00 PMSunday Service at 10:00 AM followed by Baptism and Lunch at NoonSpeaker: Rev. Dave Vogt, Pastor
October 1
Gladstone Memorial HomecomingService at 11:00 AMGuest Speakers: Kevin and Mary Beth Hickok, Missionaries to Brazil
Jones Chapel HomecomingService at 10:00 AMSpeaker: Rev. Robert Breckenridge (and wife Cindy), Former PastorSpecial Music: The Talleys
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EVENT DETAILS
Events at Fitzgerald Memorial – Dates TBA – see their Website and Facebook for details:Youth Outing
Representative from PACES (Senior Resources), Farmville will speak during an 11 AM ServiceFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/fitzgerald.memorialWebsite: https://fitzgeraldmemorial.wixsite.com/website
September 6 Community Meet, Greet, & Eat at Fitzgerald Memorial 6:30 PM
Hope for Appalachia Presentation at Mt. Zion 7:00 PMSpeaker: Rev. Mike Dobson, Hope for Appalachia Rev. Dobson will present information on the Hope Boxes and talk about a team participating in the 2018 distribution. Anyone who is interested should attend. (Rev. Dobson will pick up hats and gloves already collected at this event!)
September 7 Operation Christmas Child 2017 Launch at Bethlehem Baptist 7:00 PMThe launch will be held in the 12 Stones Center, Bethlehem Baptist Church, 393 Winfrey Inez Rd., Dillwyn, VASpecial Guest: Natasha Ivanova, born in Belarus after the Chernobyl nuclear disaster with a physical deformity. She was placed in a state run orphanage. While there, whe received a OCC shoebox and later became a Christian because of the booklet enclosed containing the good news of Jesus Christ! Come out and hear about God’s faithfulness in her life!Refreshments will be served and GO boxes will be available to those in attendance.
BGAV Compensation Planning Seminar at Virginia Baptist Resource Center, Richmond 9:30 AM – NoonSeminar to assist churches in creating and managing benefits as part of a comprehensive compensation plan for church employees. Led by Jeff Cranford, BGAV Compensation Planning Specialist. Provided free through gifts of BGAV churches to the Cooperative Missions Budget. Register online at www.bgav.org/Insurance or contact Angela House at 1-800-255-2428, Ext. 5293 or [email protected].
South Central VA Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster Meeting at CRC Office, Farmville 11:30 AMMeeting will be held in the Mill Room. (Lunch Provided.) JRBA Disaster Relief Coordinator Dave Vogt invited to particiapte.
September 8 & 22 Blue Ridge Food Services Food Distribution at Crystal Cathedral, DillwynVolunteers needed at 9:30 AM.
September 8 Cooperative Baptist Fellowship of Virginia’s 25th Anniversary Celebration 9:00 AM – 5:15 PMSecond Baptist Church, RichmondTheme: Rich Heritage….Bright FutureSeptember 9: 5K Walk or Run for Hope – RUNDBC – at Derbyshire Baptist 8:00 AM Money raised benefits Camp Alkulana and The Village of Hope, two organizations that foster hope for children. Registration Fee: $30.00 after 8/15/17. Register online at www.dbcrichmond.org/RUNDBC/
September 9 Hometown Heroes Banquet at Jones Chapel 6:00 PMHonoring State Police, Cumberland Sheriff’s Department, Fire and Rescue, and Veterans.
All Things OCCSunday, September 10, 2017 – 2:00 PM
Rivermont Ave. Baptist Church1301 Rivermont Ave., Lynchburg
Hear from Natasha Ivanova who received an OCC Shoebox in an orphanage in Belarus. She learned about the good news
of Jesus Christ through that gift! Come to the event to hear Natasha share the rest of her story
and learn more about shoebox packing. NEED MORE INFO: Contact Ruth Ann Vaughan at 502-262-2893.
September 10 Enon’s Back to School Sunday at James River State Park 11:00 AMService, Baptism and Picnic Lunch (NO SERVICES AT THE CHURCH)
September 13 JRBA Meetings at JRBA OfficeProgram Committee (to plan program for Annual Fall Meeting) 9:00 AMFinance Committee (to prepare 2017-2018 Budget) 10:00 AM
September 13 Senior Citizens Fellowship at Mulberry Grove 11:00 AMBluegrass/Gospel Music & Covered Dish Fellowship Lunch
WMU Alma Hunt Presentation at Mt. Zion NoonPastors are invited to participate. Lunch will be provided.
Deacons & Women on Mission at Fitzgerald Memorial 7:00 PM
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September 16 JRBA Pastors’ Wives Fellowship at Arvon 10:30 AMPastors’ wives come out for a time of prayer and fellowship.
September 16 & 23 Ornament-Making Workshop at Tar Wallet Time TBAOrnaments will be idstributed to area nursing homes.
September 17 Women on Mission at Enon Noon
AWANA Kickoff at Arvon 4:00 – 6:00 PMAWANA is a youth ministry focused on bringing the Gospel of Jesus to children ages 2 – 6th grade. It will be held most Sunday evenings throughout the school year. The following clubs will be available for the various age groups: Puggles, Cubbies, Sparks, and T & T. All children are invited to attend completely free of charge and will receive a Club Handbook, uniform, and backpack/bag to keep all of their books and prizes organized. Parents can find general information and register their children at www.arvonchurch.com. For more information about AWANA, go to www.awana.org.
Church Picnic at Fitzgerald Memorial 5:00 PMOpen to the community. Bring a covered dish.
September 18 – 24 , 2017: Week of Prayer & Offering for Alma Hunt Offering for Virginia Missions
September 20 JRBA Pastors’ Huddle at First Baptist Dillwyn Noon
Information for the JRBA October calendar and newsletter is due on Wednesday, September 20, by 9:00 AM.
September 22 – 23 Ministers Wives Retreat at CrossRoads Camp & Conference CenterTheme: Be Refreshed at Sweet Life CaféSponsored by WMUVThis café-themed getaway is as relaxing and refreshing as it sounds! Get away from the busyness of life as you relax with friends, share laughter and stories, and spend time with God. Join others at the Sweet Life Café Retreat to experience all this and more! Go to www.wmuv.org for more details and to register..
September 23 5 Loaves 2 Fish Ministry Meal at Antioch (Scottsville) 11:00 AM – 1:00 PMVolunteers needed at 8:00 AM.
Youth BBQ Fundraiser at First Baptist Dillwyn 11:00 AM – 2:00 PMThe youth will be selling BBQ in the church parking lot to raise money for their mission trip.
September 25 Leadership Development Conference at Branch’s Baptist, Richmond 5:15 – 8:15 PMDiscover how to not just focus on being the church of tomorrow. Working together in worship, missions, and ministry allows churches to be the churches of today! Go to https://bgav.org/events/leadership-development- conference/ for more details.
September 27 Fellowship of Christian Athletes at Cumberland High School 2:00 PMSponsored by Fitzgerald Memorial.
September 30 Habitat for Humanity Pig Roast Fundraiser at Gee-Price Activitiy Center, Fuqua School 5:00 – 8:00 PM Food will include pork, freshly fried pork rinds, beverages,and homemade sides and desserts. Local musicians Trey and Jo Ann Eppes will entertain with live music. Tickets for the event are $50/person and are available online at https://farmvillehabitat.org/make-an-impact/habitat-for-humanity-pig-roast.html or at the Habitat ReStore located at 1409 S Main Street, Farmville. By supporting this event, you will join in Habitat’s mission to serve those in need of safe, decent, affordable housing.
Fall Festival at Mt. Zion 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM Bounce houses, food, hay ride, live music, cake walk, etc. Come on out and join the fun!
Paint Night with Teresa at Tar Wallet 2:00 PMCost: $20 – Spaces are filling up fast…but more classes are planned in the future.
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JRBA Operation InAsMuch Missions BlitzSeptember 30 – October 7
Operation InAsMuch is fast approaching! Please let me know of the planned activitied in your church. The mission blitz has been a wonderful way for our churches to show God’s love to our community in the past as they work together in large and small efforts. Remember that this is a fluid situation and that you may discover projects that all ages can participate in as you interact and discuss. You are reminded to take pictures and to get them to Michael Khol ([email protected] ) . We are hopeful to have all eighteen of our churches involved once again
Valeria Breault, OIAM Chair [email protected] OR 434-969-4603
PLEASE NOTE THIS OPPORTUNITY TO WORK ON A GROUP PROJECT:
I have mentioned in the past that there were going to be a few “larger” projects for Operation InAsMuch. This effort is beginning to take root and will manifest itself in two different stages. The 1st stage is to raise funds for materials and the 2nd stage is actually getting the manpower (women and children too) to work on the projects. The second stage will take place during the week of OIAM, buthe first really needs to begin as soon as possible.
I am asking churches to partner together financially towards building materials for OIAM. This can be done by sending checks to the JRBA office with OIAM on the memo line of the check. The amount we raise will determine the types of projects we are able to do . Please consider supporting this work and announce this to your congregation. If you want details, please do not hesitate to contact me by email ([email protected] ) or by phone (434-808-2383). Thank you for your continued partnership in ministry. Rev. Michael Khol
LOOKING AHEAD>>>
REMINDER: OCTOBER IS PASTOR APPRECIATION MONTH!Plan now to show your pastor how much he means to you, your family, and the church family.
October 1 Museum of the Bible Grand Opening at Mt. Olive Baptist, Centreville, VALocated at 6600 Old Centreville Road, Centreville, VA 20121Celebrating the grand opening of a world-class museum in theheart of Washington, D.C., Actual opening in November 2017.Special presentations at 4:30 & 6:30 PM – Registration Required – RSVP www.northstarenet.org/museum
. (Note this museum for future trips to Washington, D.C. – many artifacts & state-of-the-art technology)
ATTENTION: JRBA OFFICERS & COMMITTEE CHAIRS
All year-end reports are due by October 2, 2017.Please submit your written reports by this date for inclusion in the year-end
Book of Reports to be distributed at the Annual Fall Meeting.
October 6 – 8 CBFVA Youth Retreat at Eagle EyrieStudents and chaperones from around Virginia will gather for worship, fellowship, and breakout sessions centered on the theme of Beloved Community. For more information, go to www.cbfva.org or contact Mark Snipes at [email protected].
October 8 World Hunger SundayThis is a great opportunity to start collecting for the JRBA 2018 Rise Against Hunger Meal Packing Event!
October 9 JRBA Quarterly Executive Board Meeting at First Baptist Dillwyn 7:00 PM
October 9 – 12 Gathering of Silence at CrossRoads Camp & Conference CenterGreat retreat for pastors – opportunity to be deeply still, silent, relaxed, and attentive to the Word/Spirit/Life of God.Each participant sets his/her own daily agenda – reading, hiking, fishing, praying, resting – and then the group gathers each evening to process the experiences of the day. Cost: $260/person – includes 3 nights lodging in the hotel and 10 meals. Call 434-277-8465 for details.
4October 9 – 13 International SPHERE Disaster Relief Training – Virginia Baptist Resource Center, Henrico
Training on international standards for emergency response. This training is not a substitute for Disaster Response training, but is a parallel to it. Completion certificate will be internationally recognized.
October 13 – 15 BGAV Ignite: A Middle School Retreat – Eagle Eyrie Baptist Conference CenterTheme: SURVIVE (James 1:12)High-energy weekend designed to ignite a passion in your middle school students for the faith jouney, through Bible studies and meaningful worship.Main Speaker: Will SnipesMusic: RelinquishCost (BGAV churches): $35 (Program Fee) + LodgingFor more information: [email protected] or 540-520-9732.
October 14 Family Fun Festival at Jones Chapel (Details TBA)
185th JRBA ANNUAL FALL MEETING
Thursday, October 19, 2017Cedar Baptist ChurchRegistration – 4:45 PM
Business Session – 5:00 PMFellowship Supper Provided by Cedar at 6:00 PM
Worship Service – 7:00 PMGuest Speaker: Ron Hall, Virginia Baptist Foundation
October 19 – 20 “Reimagine Church” Conference – Winfree Memorial Baptist, Midlothian, VAFeaturing Main stage speakers, learning labs, and conversations with church consultants to offer spiritual encouragment and practical next steps to reimagine God’s dream for YOUR church. For more information: https://www.imaginechurch.net.Sponsored by BGAV and Middle District Baptist Association.
October 21 Pregnancy Support Center of Southside Virginia’s Annual “Walk for Life”Location: High Bridge Trail State Park, N Main St., FarmvilleRegistration: 8:00 AMWalk begins at 8:30 AMProceeds to benefit the Pregnancy Support Center . PSC is dedicated to helping women, teens, and families in Southside Virginia who find themselves in need of pregnancy testing, crisis pregnancy counseling, post-abortion counseling, incentive based prenatal, infant and parenting classes. All the services are given in a Christ-centered atmosphere with prayer and sharin gof the Gospel being a priority. The Walk for Life is their main fundraiser. This year’s goal is $50,000. If you would like to sponsor this event or participate, please contact Karen Caldwell at 434-391-1011.
October 22 Smokey Wilson in Concert at Fitzgerald Memorial 11:00 AM
October 23 – 25 Better Than Ever (Fifty Plus Retreat) at Eagle EyrieKeynote Speaker: Dr. Tom StocksWorship Leader: Dr.Jim AilorPersonal Interest Selections: Angels, Bible Giants, Finding Jesus in the Gospel of Mark, and Prandparenting by GraceSpecial Group Activities: Fanny Crosby Hymn Festival, Night at the Movies, and Prime Rib Banquet featuring entertainment by Fred Anderson in “Dr. Hatcher’s Farewell Tour”.
October 27 – 29 CrossRoads Camp and Conference Center Fall Volunteer Event - CANCELLEDAlthough the event has been cancelled for 2017, individuals or a group from your church can still volunteer at CrossRoads.Call 434-277-8465 to arrange a date.
Trunk-or-Treat at Jones Chapel October 28 Details TBA
Fall Festival at Tar Wallet October 28 2:00 – 5:00 PM
November 3-4 or 4-5: WMUV Women’s Get-Away at Eagle Eyrie Camp and Conference CenterTheme: Joy in the Journey (Ephesians 2:8-10)Featured Speaker & Worship Leader: Teresa HarmeningRegistration for each session starts at 4:00 PM. Dinner at 5:00 PM. Sessions end following lunch on the second day. WMUV Annual Meeting will be held between sessions on Saturday from 2:00 – 3:30 PM. There will be over 20 breakouts, missionary speakers, music, fellowship, and more.
November 12 Operation Christmas Child Packing Party at Jones Chapel (Details TBA)
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VEMBER 13 – 15, 2017194th Annual Meeting of the BGAV
Hampton Roads Convention Center1610 Coliseum Drive, Hampton, VA 23666
To see the schedule and motel information, go to www.bgav.org and click on Events, then 2017 Annual Meeting.
JRBA REACHES OUT>>>
V.B.S. Reports
Antioch (Scottsville) held its VBS June 26 – 30 with 145 enrolled. There were 30 workers and 115 students, birth through adults. Two decisions were made to accept Jesus as Savior. They used Lifeway’s Galactic Starveyors as their curriculum. An offering of $1,344 was collected for The Bridge Foundation.
Enon’s VBS was held July 24 – 27 in the evening. There were 24 students, birth through Grade 6. The average daily attendance was 19. Enon used Lifeway’s Galactic Starveyors materials. Their offering of $280 will be used for shipping costs of 2017 OCC shoeboxes.
Sharon held a one-day VBS with Centenary UMC on June 3. They had a total enrollment of 40, with 25 workers and 15 children, birth through Grade 6. Their theme was “Super Heroes”.
CHURCH OUTREACH…
Antioch (Scottsville) served 128 adults at their 5 Loaves 2 Fish Meal on July 22. They distributed 84 boxes of food. The church is participating in the “Shield-A-Badge” program. They prayed for officer Blaine Cosgro during August.
One Sunday in June, Cedar’s women on Mission collected a special offering during Worship for their Back-to-School project. Over $600 was collected. Thanks to this special offering they were able to help 2 families with a total of 4 children to buy clothes and school supplies. Some ladies in the church family are busy knitting hats for school age children for the Hope for Appalachia mission project.
Chestnut Grove is collecting school supplies for Buckingham County schools. They are also collecting money for Operation InAsMuch.
Enon’s fundraiser, held on Saturday, August 5, was a success! Fifty-six folks came out and were blessed by the music of Second Time Around and enjoyed a delicious spaghetti dinner. Several others picked up to-go plates and contributed to the effort. Over $800 was raised for Donna Hawkins and the family of Matt Bryant.
Fitzgerald Memorial is reaching out to the Cumberland County schools in various ways. On August 2, Fitzgerald held a prayer breakfast with staff, administration, and teachers. On August 14, Preston Sutton, a member of their youth group, made a presentation at the Cumberland School Board Meeting. On August 27, Dr. Amy Griffin, Cumberland County School Superintendent, spoke during the 11:00 service. Fitzgerald is also sponsoring Cumberland High School’s Fellowship of Christian Athletes.
Prayer Breakfast for Cumberland County School s Staff, etc. Preston Sutton
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Jones Chapel is collecting hats and gloves to send to the Appalachian school children for the winter. They have begun shopping and saving for the Hope Boxes to send out before Easter next year, too. They are very excited to be able to help with the Hope for Appalachia ministry.
Mt. Zion WMU and Baptist Men gave school supplies to the Buckingham County Schools. Each school was very appreciative. Four teachers at the elementary school needed ear buds, so 100 pairs were given, along with other things. The School Counselor also said there was a special need for a student who is gong to the hospital in Richmond several times a week until November and is in need of money for gas. Mt. Zion purchased a $50 gas card to assist with this need.
Sharon contributed numerous school supplies for the Buckingham Middle School to assist local children in need. Funds are being collected to purchase school supplies for Boxes of Hope for Appalachia and the Alma Hunt State Missions Offering. The Rose of Sharon WMU continues visiting with and delivering meals to those who are sick or homebound.
Mulberry Grove is actively preparing for the JRBA Operation InAsMuch Missions Blitz, scheduled for September 30 – October 7. Various individuals are chairing projects that thus far include cooking and baking activities, visits to shut-ins, collecting clothing for the schools, and a nursing home visit. The church will also be involved with the large building projects that are being planned. Members also continue to volunteer at the bi-monthly food distribution at Crystal Cathedral. The outreach ministry is ongoing. A September emphasis will be the Alma Hunt State Missions Offering.
JRBA MISSIONS COMMITTEE REPORT
I. The churches of our association have experienced exciting times of sharing in VBS and revivals. Hopefully, we feel revived and are ready to move forward in carrying out our mission for Jesus individually and as churches.
II. Let us RISE AGAINST HUNGER as we faithfully set aside quarters and dollars for this very special mission effort. As we do so, money will be available for the biggest packing project ever this coming May.
III. OPERATION INASMUCH will be held in our association from September 30 – October 7. Let us choose mission projects that will truly bless the lives of many people and make plans to carry them out.
IV. BLUE RIDGE FOOD DISTRIBUTION dates for September are Friday, September 8, and Friday, September 22. Please join us at 9:30 AM on the distribution dates.
V. HOPE BOXES bless the lives of hundreds of children in Appalachia. I pray each of us will prepare one or more Hope Boxes and turn them in to our association by February, 2018. (Tar Wallet will serve as our collection point – the deadline will be announced later.)
In Christ’s Love,Jimmy DunnRev. Jimmy Dunn, Co-Chair
JRBA LEARNS AND GROWS>>>
On Sunday, August 13, Cumberland Sheriff Darrell Hodges spoke at Fitzgerald Memorial during the 11AM Worship Service.
Jones Chapel is having weekly Youth meetings and activities for Grades 7 – 12. Angel Chambliss and Pastor Richard Tuttle are leading the group.
On Sunday, August 13, the GA’s and Challengers of Mt. Zion learned about Hope for Appalachia Hope Boxes. Each child received a box that they can pack with items for a child in need. Afterwards they went on a prayer walk in which they visited different stations and found an object related to loving others and prayed asking Jesus to help them show love to everyone. Thank you to Marilyn Snoddy and Dennis Davis for leading the children on this beautiful prayer walk.
Mt. Zion’s Prayer Walk with GA’s and Challengers
JRBA Pastors’ Huddle
On August 16, our pastors got together for the monthly Pastors’ Huddle. I look forward to meeting again on September 20, at First Baptist Dillwyn. Pastors, Please come out and join us, as there will be a few upcoming events to discuss at the gathering.
Rev. Michael Khol
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JRBA Pastors’ Wives Fellowship
The Pastor’s Wives Prayer Meeting in August was great! There were three ladies present: Laura Khol (Mulberry Grove), Melissa Brewer (Calvary Baptist), and myself (Arvon). We met for about an hour and discussed prayer rquests and closed in prayer. We are going to meet again on Saturday, September 16, at 10:30 AM at Arvon for brunch and another time of sharing and praying together. I encourage all Pastors’ Wives to join us.
Angela Brushchi
OTHER NEWS AND EVENTS>>>
Antioch (Scottsville) held a Sunday School/Church Picnic on August 27, at Simpson Park at Esmont. It was covered dish with hot dogs and drinks provided. The remodeling of the old sanctuary is almost complete. A new floor is now being installed.
Jones Chapel’s Back-to-School Bash was held on August 12 in the fellowship hall due to the weather. There was a good turn-out for the fellowship, fun, and food. Kids played ping-pong and lots of board games while the adults watched and chatted.
Gary Thompson led a river float for the Youth of Jones Chapel on Saturday, August 19.
Rev. Tuttle, Gary Thompson & Angelina Chambliss Mark Tuttle & Aiden Schwerdtfeger Fun on the River
Mt. Zion had a wonderful Homecoming and Revival with good preaching and music. During the Homecoming Service, Pastor Moore showed a clip from Dr. Adam Tyler’s 2017 trip to Africa with More Than Nets, showing the establishment of a church under a tree. The church was named Mt. Zion Baptist Church after Mt. Zion , his first church.
Sharon enjoyed great fellowship, worship and renewal during recent Homecoming and Revival services . Inspirational messages were brought by Rev. Jimmy Dunn, Rev. Lewis Brandt, Mr. Jim Stone, and Rev. Woody Moore. Special music by Amy, Jonah, Lillian, and Karen England, Rita Shippee, The Griffin Girls, Jennifer Farrish, the Sharon Church Choir, Tricia Stone, Marcus and Nathaniel Fraticelli, and DeAnna Burkett was enjoyed by all.
Antioch (Scottsville) lost a long- time member, Sylvia Hockett. Her funeral was at the church on Sunday, August 20. Please be in prayer for the Hockett famly.
One of Tar Wallet’s dear members and a deacon passed away on August 7. Charles H. McHenry, affectionately called C.H. or Charlie , will be missed greatly. Please keep his wife, Vicki, her sons, and family, as well as the Tar Wallet congregation, in your prayers.
OPPORTUNITIES TO SERVE>>>
Hope for Appalachia: Gloves and hats are being collected for children in Appalachia for the winter months. Details on a delivery point and deadline will be announced later, but they will be needed prior to Thanksgiving. For now, the items already collected can be taken to Mt. Zion’s presentation event on September 6 at 7:00 PM. The Boxes of Hope will be due in February. Tar Wallet will serve as a collection point for Hope Boxes. For a list of items for the Hope Boxes, see the August newsletter. Hopefully, all of our churches will participate in this effort to help the children of SW Virginia, Tennessee, West Virginia, and North Carolina. It is truly an opportunity to reach out to those in need near us and provides a wonderful opportunity to share the Good News of Jesus Christ with our neighbors.
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2017 Hygiene Kits for Fluvanna Correctional Center for Women: Place items in a gallon zip lock bag (Substitute or additional products are NOT permitted.)
o One individually wrapped toothbrusho One 6 oz. tube of toothpaste (Must be in original container)o One 2.6 oz. deodorant stick (Please note size change; no spray or roll-on)o One 15 oz. bottle of shampooo One 15 oz. bottle of lotion
For the Greeting Card/Stationery kits: Christmas and Hanukkah cards, Greeting cards for all occasions(avoid cards that contain aluminum foil on the card or envelope flap), writing paper, 6 ½” OR 9 ½” envelopes, FOREVER postage stamps (do not affix to envelopes, put in zip lock bag), and wooden pencils (unsharpened).Watch the next newsletter for the collection point and deadline for delivery.Monetary contributions (checks) should be made payable to Chaplain Service Prison Ministry of Virginia (Grace Inside) – please put FCCW Resource Fund on the memo line of the check. Mail checks to Fluvanna Correctional Center for Women, Attn: Chaplain’s Office, P. O. Box 1000, Troy, VA 22974).
HOPE TREE FAMILY SERVICES: If you would like to make a donation , please mail your check to P. O. Box 849, Salem, VA 24153.If you would like to designate your contribution, please indicate one of the following ministries on the memo line of your check: Children’s Residential Ministry, HopeTree WOODS, Foster Care, Developmental Disabilities Ministry (DDM), HopeTree Academy or”Where Needed Most”.
RESPOND TO HURRICANE HARVEY
Locally, the Central Virginia Christian School, Dillwyn, is packing a trailer to deliver items for the victims of Hurricane Harvey. Items will be transported to Texas by Gleaning for the World. You can take items to the school from August 29 – September 5. These are the items being collected: Non-perishable food, Manual can openers, Zip-lock bags, Diapers/wipes, Baby formula, Toothbrushes, Toothpaste, Combs, Brushes, Deodorant, Shampoo, Soap, Feminine care items, Pet food (Dry or Canned), Collars/Leashes for pets, Tarps, Batteries, flashlights, Sunscreen, Work Gloves, NEW Blankets, Matches, Briquettes, Cleaning Supplies, Mops, Brooms, Dust pans, Paper Products, Laundry detergent, Bottled Water, and Gatorade. NO CLOTHES.
Virginia Baptist Disaster Response
BGAV TRAINED PERSONS: BGAV Disaster Relief has put all equipment and trained personnel on Standby to respond to Texas victims of Hurricane Harvey. If you still have current certification and are interested in being part of this effort, please contact Aaron Lee at [email protected] or call 1-800-255-2428 and ask for him.
ALL OTHERS: You can help, too! Your prayers and financial gifts are desperately needed at this time. Send checks to BGAV, 2828 Emerywood Parkway, Henrico, VA 23294. Put Disaster Relief – Hurricane Harvey on the memo line. Another way you can be involved is by packing Flood Buckets for the victims. A flyer has been sent to each church with a list of the items to pack in a Flood Bucket from Home Depot.
CHURCHES: A church is also needed to serve as a collection point for the Flood Buckets in our area. Pastors were notified of this request on August 28. If your church can serve in this way, please contact Dr. Jeff Cranford at [email protected] or by phone at 804-921-3945 a.s.a.p.
JRBA CELEBRATES>>>
Antioch (Scottsville) had three new members join on August 20: Mr. and Mrs. Clatius Fields, and Madison Hughes.
On Sunday, August 13, there was a special Baby Dedication at Cedar for Rowen Love Midkiff, infant daughter of Thomas and Karly Midkiff. A Baptism service was held on July 30, for Vikki Kelly, Ed Kelly, Penny Scott and Dylan Ward. Cedar also recently had several professions of faith: Stephen Taylor, Brianna LeSueur, Grace Dunkum, James McCracken, Elizabeth McCracken, Drake Hamner, Jason Ballowe, Patience Leighty, and Chasity Taylor. They are awaiting Baptism.Praise God from whom all blessings flow!
On Sunday, August 6, Ken and Ann Farlow joined the membership of Fitzgerald Memorial. Rev. and Mrs. Barry Vassar welcomed daughter, Natalie Claire Vassar into the world on May 24. She weighed about 10 pounds and was 21 inches long. Congratulations are extended to Barry and Janine and their children.
Mt. Zion bestowed the honor of Deacon Emeritus on Carl Snoddy on August 20, 2017. He was thanked for his many years of faithful service. In his own words, “I’m still alive, I’m not done yet!” Thank you , Carl, for your spiritual leadership and guidance to the congregation.
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Mt. Zion recently welcomed a new member, Lois Arthur, by transfer of letter.
The ladies of Mt. Zion hosted a bridal shower for Mackenzie Dunkum on Sunday, August 13. A special thank you to Linda Bickford for coordinating and organizing everything. Mt. Zion wished Mackenzi and Brett Gormus much happiness in their upcoming marriage.
Mulberry Grove celebrated Homecoming on August 13, with a large crowd in attendance and a wonderful fellowship meal. The church family honored Michael and Laura Khol and their family with cards of appreciation and encouragement in recognition of their five years of ministry in partnership with Mulberry Grove. The members were very good in keeping the secret so that the cards were a complete surprise to the Khols.
FOR YOUR INFORMATION>>>
ATTENTION BI-VOCATIONAL PASTORS AND OTHER CHURCH LEADERS: Free Discipleship books and Internet courses are available at www.4disciples.org. The courses are on a weekly schedule that begins on Monday, September 4. If you have questions, please contact Bill Vinson at [email protected].
UPDATE ON STANDING ROCK 2017: In late July, 200+ Virginians traveled over 1600 miles to Standing Rock Indian Reservation. They gathered with WMUV’s Tipi Wakan Church partners, Pastor Boots and Jackie Marsh and Peter and Angela Adkins, along with several other community members, to worship God together before departing to nine different communities on the reservation. Teams were met by many in the communities who look forward to the teams’ arrival each year. It takes time to build relationships, for the people there to know the teams come to share and experience God’s love with them, which is why it is vital for teams to return year after year. In fact, 2018 marks the 10 th
year of the WMUV, Roanoke Valley Baptist Association, and Tipi Wakan Church partnership! The teams work in various ways in the community including providing children’s Bible School, adult fellowship and Bible study, sewing ministries, and food services. The team goes to each community they serve to deliver donated items from churches all across Virginia, including shoes, socks, and undergarments. The team also provides blood pressure and blood sugar checks and a mini carnival. Please join the team through prayer, donations, and participation next year. The dates for the trip will be July 22-27, 2018.
KEEP IN PRAYER>>>
Those who are lost and need to know the Savior Victims of Hurricane Harvey Responders to Hurricane Harvey Church without a Pastor: Chestnut Grove JRBA Churches JRBA Hispanic Ministry JRBA Pastors and Pastors’ Huddle JRBA Pastors Wives Fellowship Victoria Gina Vassile, JRBA WMU Project Ruth Adoptee Local family serving IMB All those in our congregations who are ill or have lost loves ones
…the prayers of the righteous please Him.
Psalm 15:8b
FROM YOUR MODERATOR
Operation InAsMuch is in a few weeks. I hope everyone has made plans to participate. The goal is 100% participation! This year we want to focus on working together as an Association, too. Plans for several projects are being made to build things that will help people in our community, and build relationships. Please see what the Lord would have you to do. As always, be prepared to share what the Lord has done for you.
“Sing to the Lord, for He has done glorious things; let this be known to the world.”Isaiah 12:5
In His Love, Marilyn Snoddy
10TeamEffort Mission Trip
The Youth Group of First Baptist Dillwyn attended the TeamEffort mission camp in Virginia Beach, VA, the week of June 18 -24, 2017. We stayed in the graduate apartments at Regent University. The camp provided lodging, a dining hall, and recreation. Each evening we had chapel at a local church, where we also enjoyed breakfast before heading to our worksite.
Our project included scraping and painting the garage doors, shutters, and trim on a home that was occupied by an elderly lady named Barbara and her daughter. We also power washed her home and sidewalks, repaired windows, removed vines from the side of the house, trimmed bushes, and did other yard work that was needed. We had three and a half days to work on the project. We returned to the camp each evenng for dinner and worship in the chapel.
Our free time began on Thursday afternoon and we spent time at the beach and riding go-karts. On Thursday evening we had the closing ceremony after chapel where everyone that participated was given a nail to pray over. This nail represented something that we have been “holding onto” and needed to give to God. We then nailed each of our nails into a cross. On Friday we spent the day at Busch Gardens in Williamsburg and packed to return home on Saturday. A fellowship supper was held on August 20, 2017, at FBC. It was followed by a presentation of our trip. We presented Thelma Childress with a card and two dozen red roses for all of her support in collecting money for our trip.
We would like to thank everyone for their prayers, monetary donations, and support of our fund raisers. Those that attended were: Amanda Bryan, Austin Linthicum, Ashley Hellerstedt, Kaitlin Shumkaer, Cadence Campbell, Melissa Wood, Madison Pribble, Kaitlyn Hucks, Jennifer Taylor, Walter Linthicum, Marty Pribble, Larry Almond, Jacob Pribble, Eve Moxley, Minnie Wallace, Hannah Davis, Leah Moxley, and Garrett Taylor.
Jennifer Staton TaylorYouth Group Leader
ASSOCIATION FINANCES2016 – 2 017
REGULAR BUDGET RECEIPTSChurch August Year-to-Date
Antioch(Scottsville) $ 900.00Antioch Union $ 500.00Arvon $ 1,000.00Buckingham $ 568.89Cedar $ 2,000.00Chestnut Grove $ 500.00*Enon $ 700.00First Baptist Dillwyn $ 3,000.00Fitzgerald Memorial $ 550.00Fork of Willis $ 419,.00Gladstone Memorial $ 1,325.00Goshen $1,180.00Jones Chapel $ 160.65 $ 1,547.85Mt. Tabor $ 709.40Mt. Zion $ 1,800.00Mulberry Grove $ 1,979.00Sharon $ 1,521.00Tar Wallet $ 500.00*Individuals $ 400.00VBMB – Alma Hunt $ 187.92 TOTAL $ 160.65 $21,288.06
Approved Budget for 2014 – 2015: $24,371.00*CORRECTION: Chestnut Grove previously submitted their
2016-2017 dues.TREASURERS: Please note that unless a specific ministry or project is designated on the memo line of the check or in an accompanying note, the contribution will appear in the regular budget receipts.
ALSO NOTE: Funds received are reflective of the Associational Year (Oct. 1, 2016 – Sept. 30, 2017), NOT the calendar year.
ADDITIONAL MISSIONS FUND(Combines Local Missions + Additional Missions Funds 2015-2016)
Carryover: $198.04Budgeted - $700.00
IMB Missionary - $150.00 Gideons’ International - $175.00
Balance: $573.04
OTHER DESIGNATED FUND BALANCESYouth Encounter
Carryover: $400.00
Earmarked for Copier $2,500.00
JRBA Bland Ministry CenterS.E.E.D. Ministry - $100
FBC - $20.00JRBA Budget - $500.00
TOTAL: $620.00Expended: $620.00
Balance: $0.00
JRBA BLAND MISSION TRIPMemorial Gift - $100.00
Cedar - $100.00 Sharon - $ 79.80
Individuals - $420.00TOTAL : $699.80
Expended: $699.80Balance: $0.00
Through the generosity of churches, individuals, and team members, funds totaled $1,029.80. This covered food and supplies, new pillows for the volunteer house, new trash cans for the bedrooms, and a new coffeemaker. These items will be utilized by volunteer teams throughout the year. With the funds designated for the Ministry Center, remaining funds from donations for the team, and an additional contribution of $250, a total of $1,222.07 was presented to the center for the Blue Envelope Project (to purchase supplies for the construction jobs done this summer).
Operation InAsMuch
Church August Total-to-DateMt. Zion $ 500.00
JRBA Hispanic MinistryCarryover: $ 432.90
Church August Year-to-DateEnon $ 100.00First Baptist Dillwyn $ 100.00Mulberry Grove $ 100.00 TOTAL $ 300.00
No Expenditures in AugustBalance: $ 542.18
John E. Mann, Sr. Benevolence Fund
Church August Year-to-DateCedar $ 300.00Enon $ 200.00First Baptist Dillwyn $ 500.00Goshen $ 250.00Mt. Zion $ 100.00Mulberry Grove $ 300.00Sharon $ 200.00
TOTAL $ 1,850.00No Expenditures in August.
Balance: $ 3,876.7511
Funds for May 7, 2017 Event
Church Total-to-DateAntioch (Scottsville)Antioch Union $ 403.00Arvon $ 107.00Buckingham $ 250.00Cedar $ 459.50Chestnut Grove $ 786.00Enon $ 300.00First Baptist Dillwyn $ 1,546.18Fitzgerald MemorialFork of WillisGladstone Memorial $ 576.00Goshen Individual (WOM)
$ 500.00$ 100.00$ 80.00
Jones Chapel $ 1,179.00Mt. TaborMt. Zion $ 600.00Mulberry Grove $ 281.00Sharon $ 300.00Tar Wallet $ 187.00
JRBA TOTAL $7,654.68Maysville Baptist $ 500.00Baptist General Association of Virginia $ 1,000.00Individual $ 130.00
TOTAL $9,284.68*$ 417.00 collected in 2016.
Expended on May 7, 2017 to Rise Against Hunger: $9,284.68Meals packaged: 32,184
Balance: $0.00
Rise Against Hunger (formerly Stop Hunger Now)We have held nine meal packing events since 2010.
Total Meals packaged by JRBA: 216,053Total funds contributed by JRBA churches: $ 55,585.33
Meals provided for hungry people in the Ivory Coast, Haiti, Uganda, the Philippines, Vietnam, Zimbabwe,
Cambodia, and Nicaragua.
NEW CONTRIBUTIONS FOR 2018 EVENTChurch August Total-to-Date
Gladstone $ 150.00
Virginia Baptist Disaster ReliefFall Meeting Offering - $756.00
Expended: $756.00
MORE THAN NETSSpring Meeting Offering - $1,057.00
Expended: $1,057.00
TO GO BE THE GLORY FOR ALL HE HAS DONE!
REMINDERIf you would like to see the pictures in the newsletter in color, be sure to check it out
on the website: www.jamesriverbaptistassociation.com
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