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WHITE OAK GROVE MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH Cory A. Graves, Pastor
COMMENTS FROM THE COMMITTEE Picture of Peace
-Unknown
An artist was commissioned by a wealthy man to paint
something that would depict peace. After a great deal of
thought, the artist painted a beautiful country scene. There were
green fields with cows standing in them, birds were flying in
the blue sky and a lovely little village lay in a distant valley.
The artist gave the picture to the man, but there was a look of
disappointment on his face. The man said to the artist, "This
isn't a picture of true peace. It isn't right. Go back and try again.
The artist went back to his studio, thought for several hours
about peace, then went to his canvas and began to paint. When
he was finished, there on the canvas was a beautiful picture of a
mother, holding a sleeping baby in her arms, smiling lovingly at
the child. He thought, surely, this is true peace, and hurried to
give the picture to the wealthy man. But again, the wealthy man
refused the painting and asked the painter to try again.
The artist returned again to his studio. He was discouraged, he
was tired and he was disappointed. Anger swelled inside him,
he felt the rejection of this wealthy man. Again, he thought, he
even prayed for inspiration to paint a picture of true peace.
Then, all of a sudden an idea came. He rushed to the canvas and
began to paint as he had never painted before. When he
finished, he hurried to the wealthy man.
He gave the painting to the man. He studied it carefully for
several minutes. The artist held his breath. Then the wealthy
man said, "Now this is a picture of true peace." He accepted the
painting, paid the artist and everyone was happy.
And what was this picture of true peace?? The picture showed a
stormy sea pounding against a cliff. The artist had captured the
fury of the wind as it whipped black rain clouds which were
laced with streaks of lightening. The sea was roaring in turmoil,
waves churning, the dark sky filled with the power of the
furious thunderstorm.
And in the middle of the picture, under a cliff, the artist had
painted a small bird, safe and dry in her nest snuggled safely in
the rocks. The bird was at peace midst the storm that raged
about her.
God Uses Our Difficulties
“That is why, for Christ’s sake, I delight in weaknesses, in
insults, in hardships, in persecutions, in difficulties. For
when I am weak, then I am strong.” 2 Corinthians 12:10, NIV
We all face difficult situations. Somebody isn’t
treating you right; your business is not growing as fast
as you had hoped, or maybe you’re single and still
haven’t met anyone. It’s easy to get frustrated and
anxious on the inside. You don’t understand why it’s
taking so long or why things haven’t changed.
But here’s a key: just because it’s an uncomfortable
place doesn’t mean it’s not where you’re supposed to
be. God uses difficulties to do a work in us. We grow
in the tough times. That’s when our character is being
developed. God will not allow a difficulty unless He
has a divine purpose for it. If we’re supposed to reach
our highest potential, we have to make up our mind,
“I’m not going to live frustrated because I am
uncomfortable. I’m not going to be upset because
things are not happening on my timetable. I’m not
going to fight against everything that I don’t like.”
Instead, believe that God is doing a work in you.
Believe that He has the best for you. And see yourself
moving forward in the victory He has prepared for you.
2600 Assembly Road August 2013
Join us for
10th
Pastoral Anniversary Gala Grandover Resort – Greensboro, NC
October 5, 2013
6 pm – 10 pm
Pastor Cory A. Graves
Tickets are now on sale!
White Oak Grove Missionary Baptist Church
Minister/Deacon Assignments
Ministerial Staff
Not pictured: Rev. Ernest Graves
Assignments Last
Name Assigned Deacon(s)/Minister
A-C Deacon Fred Donahue & Rev. Jones
D-G Deacon Delasio Foust, Sr., Deacon Jerome
Logan, & Evangelist Fewell
H-K Deacon Thomas Blackmon & Rev. Morrison
L-O Deacon Larry Yancey & Rev. Wallace
P-R Deacon Keltz Summers, Sr., Deacon Travis
Lindsay, & Evangelist Montgomery
S-U Deacon Ralph Royal & Rev. Drye
V-Z Deacon Clarence Morehead & Rev. Ernest
Graves
Left to Right: Deacon Fred Donahue, Deacon Thomas
Blackmon, Deacon Jerome Logan, Deacon Larry Yancey,
Deacon Keltz Summers, and Deacon Clarence Morehead
Not Pictured: Deacon Delasio Foust, Sr., Deacon Travis Lindsey,
and Deacon Ralph Royal
Developing Good Homework and Study Habits Create an environment that is conducive to doing
homework. Youngsters need a permanent work space
in their bedroom or another part of the home that is
quiet, without distractions, and promotes study.
Schedule ample time for homework.
Establish a household rule that the TV set stays off
during homework time.
Supervise computer and Internet use.
Be available to answer questions and offer assistance,
but never do a child’s homework for him/her.
Take steps to help alleviate eye fatigue, neck fatigue
and brain fatigue while studying. It may be helpful to
close the books for a few minutes, stretch, and take a
break periodically when it will not be too disruptive.
If your child is struggling with a particular subject,
and you aren’t able to help him/her yourself, a tutor
can be a good solution. Talk it over with your child’s
teacher first.
Some children need help organizing their homework.
Checklists, timers, and parental supervision can help
overcome homework problems.
Back-to-School Essentials Smart buys that keep your kids healthy throughout the school
year
Pens, pencils and three-ring binders are tried-and-true
staples, but make sure your child’s school year is a healthy
one, too, with:
Aluminum Water Bottle Help your child swap out sugary drinks for water
by giving him a cool bottle. Skip the plastic kind
and you’ll be doing your part for the environment.
Pedometer Kids walk more when they’re wearing this nifty
gadget, and research proves it!
Bento Lunchbox These handy compartmentalized lunchboxes make
it easy for you to pack cut veggies, salads and other
nutritious lunch options.
Backpack on Wheels If your kid’s backpack is bigger than he/she is,
consider going mobile with a rolling version.
Experts say kids shouldn’t carry more than 15% of
their body weight, but we know that’s not always
possible. Hello, wheels!
Hand Sanitizer (if allowed)
What an easy way to cut down on sick days (for
you and the kids)! Stock up on the little, packable
bottles. If they are not allowed for the children,
provide them for the teachers to carry so that they
can help the children sanitize frequently.
Share your 1st day of school pictures and
comments for next month’s newsletter.
Email to [email protected].
ANNOUNCEMENTS
10th
Pastoral Anniversary Celebration
honoring
Pastor Cory A. Graves
Saturday, October 5, 2013
6:00 p.m.
The Grandover Resort & Conference Center
Greensboro, NC
Tickets $50.00 (Tickets for the event are limited.)
Additional information can be found at
www.whiteoakgrove.net, or by calling Sonya Patterson at
(336) 558-7101 or Lisa Bracken at (336) 327-2010.
You are also invited to extend your written special
congratulatory acknowledgements by placing an
advertisement in the Commemorative Souvenir Booklet that
will capture the spirit of this anniversary celebration.
Contact Lisa Bracken for an order form. The deadline is
September 5, 2013.
FIYYA Back to School Event FIYYA will host a Back to School Event on Saturday,
September 7, 2013. We are asking the WOG family to donate
school supplies and volunteer for the event. Bins are located in
the foyer for donations. To volunteer, stop by the FIYYA table
after the morning service or email [email protected].
Book Club The Book Ministry will meet on September 14th
to discuss “Standing on the Promises” by Christina Whitaker.
Books are available at Barnes and Noble, iTunes and Amazon.
For more information or to join WOG Inner Circle Book
Ministry contact Johnette Lopez at 601-0284 or Dorie Lang at
215-8072.
Annual Health & Wellness Fair The Health & Wellness Ministry announces the Annual Health
& Wellness Fair on September 14th from 9-12 noon. Valuable
information will be made available on various health topics,
free blood pressure screenings, complimentary massages,
fitness instruction, and a presentation on Affordable Health
Care Act. Door prizes. Contact Frita Pineda at
[email protected] for more information.
The Missionaries are collecting gently used and new items for
the homeless. Before you think GOODWILL, THINK WOG.
Drop off boxes are available at BOTH LOCATIONS.
WOG Sunday school teachers needed. Please see Deacon
Logan or Deaconess Foust for more information.
For information about the WOG Men’s Ministry, test the
word WOGMEN to 55469.
GENERAL WOG INFORMATION From The Capital Campaign Committee: In addition to giving a
little more than your normal tithes and offerings, there are other
ways you can contribute to our building fund. Please visit our
fundraising website at http://www.5linx.net/whiteoakgrove to learn
ways to contribute to the building fund. For more information or to
get assistance in signing up, contact Brother David Jarmon @ 336-
215-0050 or [email protected].
Sunday School 9:15 a.m.
A Class for Every age New Member Orientation
Midweek Spiritual Enrichment
Bible Study Wednesdays
12:00 noon and 7:00 p.m.
Please contact Monique Chavis at 336-986-5339 to schedule
meetings and counseling sessions with Pastor Graves. Days
available are: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.
White Oak Grove’s mailing address is P.O. Box 1078, Greensboro,
NC 27402. Our new email address is
WOG website: www.whiteoakgrove.net.
All student achievements can be emailed to Gail Garland at
[email protected] for publication in the monthly newsletter.
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ISN’T IT FUNNY Baptism
A father is in church with three of his young children,
including his five year old daughter. As was customary, he
sat in the very front row so that the children could properly
witness the service. During this particular service, the
minister was performing the baptism of a tiny infant. The
little five year old girl was taken by this, observing that he
was saying something and pouring water over the infant’s
head. With a quizzical look on her face, the little girl turned
to her father and asked: “Daddy, why is he brainwashing
that baby?”
Spelling Help
My son, Mitchell, a kindergartener, practices spelling with
magnetic letters on the refrigerator: “cat,” “dog,” and
“mom” have been proudly displayed for all to see. One
morning while getting ready for the day, Mitchell bounded
into the room with his arms outstretched. In his hands were
three magnetic letters: G-O-D. “Look what I spelled,
Mom!” Mitch exclaimed, a proud smile on his face. “That’s
wonderful!” I said. “Now go put them on the fridge so Dad
can see when he gets home tonight.” That Christian
education is certainly having an impact, I thought, happily.
Just then, a little voice called from the kitchen. “Mom?
How do you spell ‘zilla?”
The Story of Moses
A little boy went to church with his grandma. He went into
Sunday school with the other kids. After church he rejoined
his grandma, who asked what he had learned that day.
“Well there was this guy named Moses,” the boy started,
“and he was running from this mean pharaoh. Moses & his
army came to the Red Sea, but pharaoh was closing in, so
Moses had his engineers build a bridge real quick & they got
in their tanks & went across it. They got to the other side &
when pharoah’s army was still on it they called in an air
strike!!”
“I don’t think that’s the story you were told,” the grandma
said.
“You’re right grandma, but if I told you the story they told
us, you wouldn’t believe it either.”
Long Hair
A young boy had just gotten his driving permit. He asked
his father, who was a minister, if they could discuss his use
of the car. His father said to him, “I’ll make a deal with you.
You bring your grades up, study your Bible a little, and get
your hair cut, then we will talk about it.” A month later the
boy came back and again asked his father if they could
discuss his use of the car. His father said, “Son, I’m real
proud of you. You have brought your grades up, you’ve
studied your Bible diligently, but you didn’t get a haircut!”
The young man waited a moment and replied, “You know
Dad, I’ve been thinking about that. You know Samson had
long hair, Moses had long hair, Noah had long hair, and
even Jesus had long hair.” His father replied, “Yes son, and
they walked everywhere they went!”
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The Ten Commandments Moses went up to Mount Sanai;
He had to go up alone,
To get commandments from the Lord
Divinely etched in stone.
He brought them down the mountain,
And showed them to the Jews.
He said, “Follow these laws of God,
Or die in your sins --- you choose.”
You shall have no other gods before me,
It simply can’t be done!
“This,” says the Almighty God,
“is commandment number 1.”
No graven images shall you worship,
This you should NEVER do!
“This,” says the Almighty God,
“is commandment number 2.”
You shall not use my name in vain;
It’s a great insult to Me! “This,” says the Almighty God,
“is commandment number 3.”
You shall keep holy the Sabbath day;
On that day, work no more.
“This,” says the Almighty God,
“is commandment number 4.”
Honor your Father and your Mother,
As long as you’re alive.
“This,” says the Almighty God,
“is commandment number 5.”
You shall not kill a living soul;
Adhere to my edicts!
“This,” says the Almighty God,
“is commandment number 6.”
You shall not commit adultery,
I say to you from Heaven.
“This,” says the Almighty God,
“is commandment number 7.”
You shall not steal from anyone;
Thievery I really hate!
“This,” says the Almighty God,
“is commandment number 8.”
You shall not lie about anyone,
Or in any way seek to malign.
“This,” says the Almighty God,
“is commandment number 9.”
You shall not covet anything
That’s owned by other men.
“This,” says the Almighty God,
“is commandment number 10.”
But Jesus fulfilled these commandments,
So we’re under the law no more; for,
Instead we’re saved through Jesus Christ,
And we’ll live forever more!
Health Tips Oh no....Parents really need to take advantage of the Varicella
vaccine. Both of my kids were inoculated. Diseases are not as
simple to get over nowadays.
Chickenpox is a very contagious disease. You or your child may
be at risk if you have never had chickenpox or gotten the
vaccine. Chickenpox causes a blister-like rash, itching,
tiredness, and fever. This can make you feel sick and very
uncomfortable and cause you to miss a week of school or work.
Most children with chickenpox completely recover. But, it can
be severe for babies, adolescents, adults, pregnant women, and
people with weakened immune systems.
Chickenpox used to be very common in the United States. Each
year, about 4 million people would get chickenpox. Between
10,500 and 13,000 people would be hospitalized, and 100 to 150
people would die because of chickenpox. Most people who had
severe chickenpox were healthy beforehand.
Chickenpox vaccine is the best way to protect you and your
child from chickenpox. Also, when you get vaccinated, you
protect others in your community. This is especially important
for people who cannot get vaccinated, such as those with
weakened immune systems and pregnant women.
Children should get the first dose of chickenpox vaccine when
they are 12 through 15 months old and the second dose at age 4
through 6 years. People 13 years of age and older who have
never had chickenpox should get two doses at least 28 days
apart. If you or your child only got one dose in the past, check
with your doctor about getting a second dose.
Two doses of chickenpox vaccine are very effective at
preventing severe disease, complications, and death. You can
still get chickenpox if you have been vaccinated. But, the
symptoms are usually not as severe as chickenpox in
unvaccinated people. They will have fewer blisters, little or no
fever, and will recover from their rash more quickly.
The White Oak Grove Family Welcomes New Members
Matthew King Cynthia Johnson
Syerra Moore Damaria McMillian
Ashley Spring Altamise Leach
Ann Kirby
Information for the monthly newsletter is due by the
2nd
Sunday of each month and should be submitted to
one of the following:
Sis. Gail Garland [email protected]
Sis. Tina Williams [email protected]
Sis. Yolanda Williams [email protected]