Antioch Baptist Church North

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1 Antioch Baptist Church North Rev. C. M. Alexander, Pastor Bible-based Christ-centered Holy Spirit-led Mission-bound Fellowship Evangelism Doctrine Stewardship 540 Cameron M. Alexander Blvd. NW, Atlanta, GA

2 A Message from the Pastor My Brothers and Sisters: Today, as we gather for worship and praise, we certainly have to applaud the youth of Antioch for the exemplary leadership that they have demonstrated in organizing programs and activities during the past quarter. With an emphasis on strengthening our Congregational Family s appreciation for the value that FELLOWSHIP adds to the vitality of the Church, their demonstration of fellowship has been spiritually contagious. With scripture reference found in Philippians 4:4, our young people encourages us all to Rejoice in the Lord always! Our Youth Division has been awesome in achieving the goals set forth in Vision 2013 As pastor, my heart has been warmed during the past three months as I have watched and participated in the activities that our youth have spearheaded during the third quarter of Vision They have been exemplary in their commitment to Christian Service and Christian Education. I have been extremely pleased by their spirit of team work, by their tenaciousness and especially by the exuberance of excitement that they have shared in implementing their activities. Today, we are blessed to hear eight of Antioch s youth as they speak on their chosen themes. They are actively involved in youth ministry and dedicated to living for Christ regardless of the challenges and confrontations that they face as Christians in today s society. During our Worship Service, the Leadership torch will be passed by our Youth to the Family Division who will be responsible for organizing programs and activities from October through December with the expressed aim of strengthening our understanding of Baptist Doctrine. I invite every member of Antioch to become actively engaged in the activities of the Family Division. I want to thank every member who has given of their time, talents and tithes to support the youth of Antioch. It is my prayer that we will all be guided by that old African proverb that reminds us all that It takes a village to raise a child. Yours in God s service, Reverend Cameron M. Alexander

3 W O R S H I P S E R V I C E I like the silent church before the service begins. By Emerson YOUTH DIVISION CULMINATION & TORCH PASSING 7:45AM Presiding: Rev. Darrell Arnold & Bro. Micah Arnold 11:00AM Presiding: Rev. Charles Walker & Bro. Freddie Ross The Call to Worship The Devotion...Deacons Ministry & Youth Ministry The Presentation of God s Word...7:45AM - Bro. Rodney Wilson, Jr. 11:00AM - Bro. Nicholas Brown The Glori Patri The Processional...Pastor, Ministers, Youth Speakers, Youth Division The Scripture...7:45AM - Sis. Autumn & Bro. Justice Riley 11:00AM - Sis. Alexandria & Bro. Michael Price The Prayer...7:45AM - Bro. Evan Watson 11:00AM - Bro. Joshua Hill The Morning Hymn, #465...Jesus Loves Me...Congregation The Selections 7:45AM TurnUP with PRAISE - Youth Division Choir, Sunbeam Choir & Youth Dancers 11:00AM TurnUP with Praise Youth Division Choir, Sunbeam Choir & Youth Dancers The Announcements and Recognition of Visitors...7:45AM - Sis. Zoe Jones 11:00AM - Bro. Cameron Woods THE LITANY OF PRAISE MINISTER: Let us stand for our Litany of Praise MINISTER: We are... CONGREGATION: Bible-based, Christ-centered, Holy Spirit-led, and Mission-bound MINISTER: We stand on... CONGREGATION: The four pillars, Fellowship, Evangelism, Doctrine, and Stewardship MINISTER: So, let us... ALL: Make a joyful noise unto the LORD, all ye lands. Serve the LORD with gladness: come before his presence with singing. Know ye that the LORD he is GOD: it is he that hath made us, and not we ourselves; we are his people, and the sheep of his pasture. Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and into his courts with praise: be thankful unto him, and bless his name. For the LORD IS good; HIS mercy is everlasting; and HIS truth endureth to ALL generations. Psalm 100 THE DOXOLOGY...Praise God, from Whom all blessings flow; Praise Him, all creatures here below; Praise Him above, ye heavenly host; Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost.

4 The Nursery Special Presentation...7:45AM - Bro. Nathan Speed & Bro. Donovan Gardner 11:00AM - Sis. Chelsi Speed & Bro. Logan Kirkland The Youth Division Presentation...M.A.D.D. for Christ Presentation Directed by Joshua Carpenter THE TORCH PASSING CEREMONY...Youth Division Leaders to FAMILY Division Leaders The Offertory Prayer O Heavenly Father, we thank you for your many blessings. We pray that our tithes and our offerings will be accepted in the name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ! Touch our hearts, O Lord, and help us to give in joy and in thanksgiving. It s in the blessed name of Jesus, we pray. Amen! The Tithes & Offerings...Deacons Ministry and Jr. Deacons THE INSPIRATIONAL MESSAGES: The Youth Speakers Introductions By Their Parents 7:45 - Bro. Evan Malbrough, Sis. April Simmons, Sis. Brandis Rencher, Bro. Jebril Reeves 11:00 - Sis. Rikki Allen, Sis. Zion Byrd, Bro. Ishmael Williams, Sis. Elexis Neal The Invitation to Discipleship (Please refrain from walking during the Invitation to Discipleship) The Pastor s Remarks...Rev. C. M. Alexander, Pastor The Benediction with spcecial Closing Prayer for our Youth Til We Meet Again

5 7:45AM Youth Culmination Speakers Evan Malbrough Evan is the son of Joseph and Cara Malbrough. He is a 16 year old Junior at Campbell High School. Evan is in the International Baccalaureate Certificate program with a major in history and literature. He is 2nd chair Cello in the Campbell High School Advanced Orchestra and has been in the winning orchestra of the Heritage Music festival in San Franci sco and in New York City. Evan is a Star scout in the Boy Scout Troop 22 and is also the senior patrol leader of the troop. Evan also plays the Cello in the Antioch Orchestra. Jebril Bryant Reeves Jebril is the son of Jeff and Myra Reeves. He is currently a junior at the University of Georgia pursuing a degree in International Relations. Prior to college, he was a Math and Science Magnet student at Westlake High School. In preparing for college, Jebril approached academics and his extracurricular activities (sports and student council) with a determination that enabled him to excel as a Governors Honors finalist in History and National Beta Club inductee. As a wrestler, he lettered in the ninth grade, and for two consecutive years he was a region, district and state finalist. During his senior year, he was the wrestling team captain. His academic performance in school earned him the recognition of Advance Placement Scholar from the College Board which enabled him to enter college with 12 credits completed towards his degree. As a college student, his academic highlights include the president s list and the Golden Key Honor Society. Jebril has been an active member of Antioch Baptist Church for 14 years serving as Youth Division Leader and a participant in Sunday School activities, Children s Church, Teen Church, Youth Choir and Youth MADD for Christ. Although he wants to become an attorney, he is gaining exposure and insight into other professions. He has interned with the State Court of Fulton County, Hartsfield Jackson International Airport and most recently Toyota Financial Corporation. Brandis Olivia Rencher Brandis is the daughter of Olivia Rencher. She is a graduating Senior at Tuskegee University with a major in Psychology and a minor in English. While she enjoys watching football her favorite activities are singing and writing. Her favorite scripture is Romans 15:13 Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that you may abound in hope by the power of the Holy Spirit. To the Antioch Family Brandis states, I am so thankful to God for a wonderful life. He has blessed me with an incredible mother and brother. I am truly blessed. April Jenae Simmons April is the daughter of Julius Simmons and Charlene Parham Simmons. She is a Junior at Westlake High School where she is enrolled in the AP/Honors classes. April loves to sing, dance, go to the movies and to be fashionably creative. At Antioch she participates in the MADD for Christ choir and drama, Sunday School, and Vacation Bible School. April knows that the Lord is certainly her Shepherd because Psalm 23 is her favorite scripture.

6 11:00AM Youth Culmination Speakers Rikki Kaye Allen Rikki is the daughter of Ricky and Regina Allen. Rikki is a Freshman at East Coweta High School in Newnan, GA. She enjoys praise dancing, playing the baritone as an East Coweta Marching Indian, piano, gymnastics, being a Senior Girl Scout in Troop #505, and singing. She is a current Honor Roll student. While in middle school she received superiority in the Piano and Band. Last year, Rikki was the Girl Scout Cookie Queen (for 2 years) selling over 1,000 boxes of Girl Scout Cookies. She visits the sick and shut in with the Antioch Care and Comfort Ministry. Rikki s favorite scripture is Philippians 4:13 I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me. Zion Gwyneth Byrd Zion is the daughter of Jeffrey and Tangie Byrd. She is a fourth grader at Morris Brandon Elementary School where she has maintained an A average since first grade. Zion is part of the school orchestra, recorder group, and is currently pursuing a spot on the Reading Bowl Team. She enjoys singing, acting, writing, and praising God through dance. Zion writes her own commercial jingles. She was signed by Houghton Talent Agency in July and is currently pursuing an acting and voice over career. Zion loves to volunteer and give back to her community as a Junior Girl Scout. She is an active member of Antioch where she is a member of the choir and praise dance team. When she was four years old she told Reverend Alexander she wanted to be an actress, lawyer, and a preacher. Rev. Alexander told her parents Don t mess this child up, you got something special in your hands. Her favorite scripture is Psalm 107:1 Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; and his love endures forever Ishmael N. Williams Ishmael is the son of Breyuna Williams. He is proud and excited to be one of the speakers for the 2014 Youth Culmination Sunday. Ishmael is a third grader at Springdale Park Elementary School where his favorite subjects are Math and History. This handsome, charismatic, inquisitive ball of energy has been playing the piano since the age of 4. He also enjoys building robots, swimming, playing chess, Monopoly, and video games. Ishmael desires to be a cartoonist and game designer and create comic books and games for all to enjoy. Even at the young age of 9, Ishmael is Turned Up for Christ and likes reading his Action Bible, a comic book style bible, and learning about young warriors in biblical times. He is especially intrigued about the Book of Revelations. One of his favorite scriptures is Philippians 4:13, I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength. Elexis Chrisleon Neal Elexis Is the daughter of Margaret Levins-Neal and Kelvin Neal. She attends Tuskgee University where she is a major in Animal Science. Elexis credits her church family as being instrumental in preparing her for her passage from a child to a young adult. She has a solid foundation when it comes to believing in God and in herself. She participates in the youth verse speaking, the youth dance ministry, youth M.A.D.D. for Christ choir, and served as the youth leader, which afforded her the opportunity to be a voice for the youth of Antioch. Participating in church has provided her with the spiritual guidance needed to become a successful woman. Elexis passion has always been singing, dancing, and helping others. One day, she aspires to become a successful Veterinarian with her own practice. As a child, she always wanted to nurture and take care of animals. Now as a young adult, she plans to pursue this dream to the best of her ability in order to equip herself with the necessary skills for her future. Her favorite scripture is Romans 8:28 And we know that all things work together for the good to them that love God, to them who are called according to his purpose.

7 YOUTH DIVISION TURNING IT UP FOR JESUS THOURGH FELLOWSHIP Bow Ties and Pearls GMBC Congress of Christian Education Youth Explosion & Birth Month Fellowship Back to School Care & Comfort Gift Baskets Trip to Washington, DC

8 Thank you. To Pastor Alexander and our Antioch North family, We thank you for your support and participation as we have demonstrated what it means to become involved in CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP. Today s society has for some reason correlated Christian Youth with the term BORING. However as we continue to learn and understand God s word, we realize that living a Christian life is not boring. Through fellowship we have had fun and grown in our relationships with fellow Christians. We are extremely appreciative to our Pastor for including us in the 2014 Vision. This three-month journey has been filled with activities that have greatly enriched our lives and have certainly increased our understanding of what it means to be a member of the Chosen Generation; a generation that believes that we are Chosen to Praise Chosen to Worship Chosen to Lead! This year s journey has brought about another realization we were Chosen to keep the Fire Burning. A Special Thanks to our 2014 Youth Division Leaders

9 Our Pastor, Reverend C. M. Alexander, and our Antioch Church Family welcome each of you to our Sunday morning service. From your visit with us today, we hope you will feel the love of Christ and the sweet fellowship that comes from our love for Him. This is our special way of providing for you a rewarding and memorable worship experience. God bless you, and thank you for your visit. BABY DEDICATIONS Baby Dedications are held every 2nd and 4th Sundays of each month at the 11:00 Worship Service. The Baby Dedications are for infants from birth to six months of age. To schedule a date, please telephone Sister Lenora Williams in the church office at ANTIOCH WEB SITE Did you know that the bulletin for each Sunday s Worship Service is posted on our web site each Friday afternoon? You ll also find the most recent, as well as past editions of The Church at Antioch. A link to our Facebook page makes it easy to find and LIKE us. Visit the site today and enjoy other valuable information at ANNUAL CHURCH CONFERENCE The Deacons Annual Pre-conference meeting will be held on Monday, October 6, at 6:30 p.m. All Deacons of Antioch are required to be in attendance. The Annual Church Conference will be held on Tuesday, October 7, at 7:00 p.m. Auxiliaries and Ministries are asked to submit their proposed officers and reports for the 2015 year calendar by Sunday, September 28, Please Note That The Time Is Near! WOMEN OF ANTIOCH NORTH! The Women s Division is currently meeting to continue planning church activities for the first quarter of Our next meeting will be held on Tuesday, September 30, 2014, and every other week thereafter. We need your prayers, ideas and energy to do the work that we are called to do in We look forward to working together. COMING SOON! ANTIOCH S ANNUAL FALL REVIVAL WEDNESDAY - FRIDAY, OCTOBER 29-31, 2014 Revivalist: Rev. O. Jermaine Simmons Pastor, Jacob Chapel Baptist Church, Tallahassee, FL FALL CONCERT: SUNDAY, OCTOBER 26, 5:00PM 137TH CHURCH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION PIONEER SUNDAY SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2014 CHURCH ANNIVERSARY SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2014 More information on these Awesome Events will be announced at a later date.

10 REV. RODNEY K. TURNER 11TH ANNIVERSARY Today at 2:00 p.m., the Mt. Vernon Baptist Church, Rev. Rodney Turner, Pastor, will be celebrating their 11th Pastoral Anniversary at Carver Bible College. Our very own, Rev. Kenneth Alexander, Co-pastor, will be preaching. The CMA Male Quartet will be on duty. Members and friends are encouraged to attend this momentous occasion. DEACONS PRE-CONFERENCE The Deacon s Annual Pre-conference meeting will be held on Monday, October 6, at 6:30 p.m. All Deacons of Antioch are required to be in attendance. The Annual Church Conference will be held on Tuesday, October 7, at 7:00 p.m. The deadline for submitting all Auxiliary and Ministry proposed officers and reports for the Pastor s review and approval is TODAY! GREETINGS ACE MEMBERS, The 137th Church Anniversary Committee will be giving Antioch s pioneers a commemorative calendar this year. In addition to highlighting some of Antioch s most historic events and members, the committee would also like to highlight Antioch business owners. Each calendar month will feature an advertisement for an ACE member. Since this is a 12 month calendar, they can only accept ads from 12 Antioch business owners. Below, you ll find an example of what a calendar page would look like. We are gifting more than 300 calendars to the pioneers and their families. We are also ordering additional quantities to be sold to the Antioch membership. Ad space is $100. The deadline for receipt of the ad and payment is October 10, Please contact Sis. Benicia Ponder for more information through the church office at Visit the ACE web page at

11 DEMONSTRATION CELEBRATION ADDED MEMBERS SUNDAY Added Member Recognition Day is Sunday, December 14, Plans are being made for an exciting celebration. Members who joined Antioch between 2011 and 2014 are encouraged to volunteer service with the following ministries: The 2014 Added Members Choir, Ushers, Visitation, Sign Language and Security. Rehearsals for the Choir will begin on Monday, October 13, at 6:30 pm. For more detailed information, please contact Sis. Marsha McCracken through the church office at COLLEGE DAY 2014 Greetings Antioch Family, we would like to announce College Day 2014, Sunday, scheduled for October 12, at the 11am Worship Service. Calling all students from Morehouse, Spelman, Clark/Atlanta, GSU, GA Tech, and surrounding institutions to fellowship with the Antioch Family. Following the 11am worship service, students with college ID will be served a free meal as they learn about the College Ministry at Antioch. If you would like to volunteer service with the College Ministry, please contact Sis. Pat Ellis, Coordinator of the Family Division, or Minister Oscar Scott through the church office at

12 Care & Comfort Ministry Sick & Shut-In Lists Members in Hospitals Bro. Collier Glover - Deklab Medical Center - Rm 4427 Bro. Tyrone Reese - Grady Memorial Hospital - 7A, Room 7 Members in Nursing Homes & Rehabilitation Centers Bro. Thirius Brinkley Manor Care of Decatur, Decatur, Rm 149 Sis Robertine Bryant UniHealth Post-Acute Care, Decatur, Rm 216 Bro. Freddie Chesson Peregrine s Landing at Peachtree Creek, Smyrna Mother Mattie Chivers - Summerset Assisted Living, Atlanta Rm 1C Bro. Louis Durald Quest Village, Atlanta, Apartment 7 Sis. Lillian Edinburgh Genesis Healthcare, Riverdale, Rm W16 Sis. Linda Harper The Atlanta Hope Lodge, Decatur Rm 310 Sis. Bettye Harris Nursecare of Buckhead, Atlanta Rm 205 Sis. Billie Hartley College Park Healthcare Center, Rm 215 Mother Mary Hood Signature Healthcare of Buckhead, Rm 406 Mother Elizabeth Johnson - Manor Care of Decatur, Decatur, Rm 235 Sis. Rosalie Thomas Summerset Assisted Living, Atlanta Bro. Dallas Tucker Sadie G. Mays Rehabilitation Center, Atlanta, Rm C21 Mother Lula West Traditions Health and Rehab Bro. James Williams Nursecare of Buckhead Rehab, Rm 410 Sis. Roselle Wright UniHealth Post-Acute Care, Fairburn, Rm 211 Members Convalescing at Home Sis. Zeporia Alexander Sis. Alice Arline Sis. Gwendolyn Johnson Sis. Rosa Ashe Bro. Keith Morgan Sis. Margaret Buckholt Bro. Rufus Kelly Dea. Nesby Cain Bro. Phillip Lyde Bro. Henry Claybrook Bro. Micheal Martin Sis. Deborah Cleveland Sis. Sylvia McClain Sis. Miriam Crawford Sis. Ramona Moore Sis. Arnecia Curtis Sis. Cynthia Price Sis. Alice Debate Bro. Fred Samuels, Jr. Sis. Doris Dennis Sis. Sheila Sanders Sis. Roberstine Ervin Sis. Candace Scott Sis. Karen Fant Mother Ernestine Shaw Sis. Minnie George Sis. Catherine Smith Bro. Collier Glover Mother Rosa Smith Bro. Paul Graham Mother Marie Walker Bro. Randall Griffin Sis. Mae Weaver Sis. Deloris Harris Sis. Annette Webb Sis. Pearla Holmes Mother Lillie Willis TODAY IN SUNDAY SCHOOL Sunday School will be held today at 10am in the Sanctuary. The lesson is Laughter Will Return and the scripture comes from Jeremiah 33:2-11. Please join us and be renewed by the teaching of God s Word. Next Sunday s lesson will be The Rewards of Patience, Habakkuk 2:1-5; 3: Because Antioch Cares... TELEPHONE HOPE LINE MINISTRY offers prayer and confidential support. The phone number is HOPE(4673). HUMAN SERVICES MINISTRY For the week ending September 22, 2014, 521 bags of food were distributed. The value of the groceries was $31,410 (average cost per family estimated at $48/box if purchased retail). A total of 6,100 pounds of food was distributed, and 487 meals served to AUMI residents. CLOTHING BANK Thirty-six (36) families received goods through the Clothing Bank. Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth. 3 John 1:2 Worship Service Coordinator 7:45am & 11am - Bro. Rodney Thompson Security Chiefs on duty 7:45am - Bro. Lee Baker, 11am - Bro. Wilbert Robinson Trustees on duty 7:45am-Rev. Darrell Arnold, 11am-Bro. William Clement Health Professionals on duty 7:45am - Sis. Louanna Nix, 11am - Sis. Felicia Jackson