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Volume: 2 Issue:1
2011
2010
Beloved, my prayer this
coming year is for Wildewood to become a House of
Prayer. We must endeavor to be a safe haven in this
community that truly operates in love by first endeavoring
to “Dig Deeper” so we can strengthen our roots internally
- understanding that we are all part of a living organism,
made up of talents and giftings – the arms and legs of
Jesus Christ. Once we deepen our resolve internally, then
we are all charged to go out to the community, and
embrace those lost and broken souls and bring them into
citizenship with the saints of God. Ephesians 2:19 states
“Now, therefore, you are no longer strangers and foreigners, but
fellow citizens with the saints and members of the household of
God...” My brothers and Sisters, we all belong to God’s
own household, the household of every born-again believer
of faith, where spiritual favor and blessings flow. If we
are to become the church that “stretches wider”, we must
first encourage and admonish one another in the faith.
When we adopt those precepts, will begin to strengthen
and build up our church as a sanctified body of believers.
We must “stretch wider” into our local neighborhood,
pluck up those that are walking in darkness, and tell them
the story of the most glorious and reverend Son, Jesus
Christ of Nazareth. An embedded sense of community will
allow us to “reach higher” goals and overlay a measure of
excellence which is required to allow the beacon of love
and caring, of this church to shine on others. My brothers
and sisters, all in the Church of God ought to be talking
the same language… and that is that God gave up His Son
so that our sins are atoned and that we have salvation,
eternal life because Jesus died at Calvary.
We must encourage one another to leave some stuff
behind us, in order to push forth into this New Year with
renewed passion and praise… Dropping last year’s
baggage of offenses, lost of faith, shattered hopes,
unrealized dreams because God, is trying to lead you into
a future and a hope that he has reserved for you - if
only you would accept His gift. Stop quenching the Holy
Spirit goodness in your life; stop grieving the Holy Spirit
which makes your prayers ineffective; start studying
more, praying more, forgiving more – start learning to
fall in love with Jesus all over again! Because my
brothers and sisters; when you fall deeply in love with
Jesus, you will be on your way to be changed from the
inside out, with a renewed mind and embracing a new
attitude that is good and acceptable to the perfect will
of God for your life. Remember, your transformation
into a consecrated saint of God does not come easy, it
requires pressure from all sides to mold you and valley
treading to move you and humility to constrain you, so
that God can completed His perfect work, his
masterpiece YOU… So be encouraged my beloved and
keep in mind that the darkest hour of the night is just
before the sun shines and know in your heart, that I pray
for you all daily. God Bless and Keep you in 2011… AMEN
2011 CHURCH MOTTO
Endeavor to Dig Deeper, Stretch
Wider and Reach Higher... Your Pastors
Heart
By Dr. E.W.Bryant
A Church After God’s Heart
… ‘I have found David the son of Jesse, a man after My own heart, who will do all My will. Acts 13:22
January 2011
2010
WWBC Purpose Statement
•Exodus 23:25-26
•Romans 12:1
Worship
•Joshua 24:22•Acts 1:8
Witness•Genesis 33:9-11•Matthew 10:40
Welcome
•John 12:32•Ephesians 4:12-16
Work
Rev. Dr. E.W. Bryant, Senior Pastor
Ministers
Rev. Eddie Ballard, Associate Minister
Rev. Ralph Thomas, Associate Minister
Rev. Barry George, Director of Parish Fellowship
Rev. Curtis Liggins, Director of Christian Education
Rev. Donnell Mathews, Director of Crisis Ministry
Rev. Eddie Copeland Jr. Director of Evangelism
Brother D. Wayne Lee Minister of Music
Trustee Board Brother Michael Berry, Chairperson
Brother Harvey Kimes, Vice Chairperson
Deacon Board Brother John Hamilton, Chairperson
Brother Freeman Wilson, Vice Chairperson
Brotherhood Brother Wayne Williams, Chairman
Women’s Missionary Union Sister Frankie Brewer, Chairperson
Youth Ministry Sister Iris Copeland, Director
Sunday School Fulfillment Hour Brother Homer Evans, Superintendent
Church Clerk/Office Personnel Sister Patricia Walker, Secretary
Newsletter Editor: Sister Iris Copeland
Speak to the other person first. Don’t wait for them to take the initiative.
Pass on the look of encouragement in a generous smile ....
Pass on the kindness of encouragement in a thoughtful deed ....
And let the encouragement of Christ flow through you.
CHURCH OFFICERS
Dear Lord, cleanse and prepare our
hearts to celebrate our Savior’s birth
Praise and Worship
Devotion/Purpose Statement
Deacons
Benevolence Offering
Acknowledgement of Visitors Sister Pat Walker
Musical Sections WWBC Choir
Sermon Dr. E. W. Bryant, Senior Pastor
Invitation to Discipleship Pulpit Minister
Tithes and Offering
Deacons
Announcements
Altar Call Prayer Pulpit Minister
Benediction
Depart to Serve
ORDER of SERVICE
vice
Worship
Services
Sunday Breakfast
08:00-9:15 AM
Fulfillment Hour
9:30-10:30 AM
Call to Worship
11:00 AM-12:30PM
Bible Study
5:30-6:30 PM
Communion Service
First Sunday
Wednesday Bible Academy
6:00 PM- 7:00 PM
Saturday Brotherhood Mtg-2nd
WMU Meeting-4th
Church Address: 60 NE 60th Street
Oklahoma City, OK 405-842-2622
WWW.WWBCOKC.COM
January 2011
2010
WWBC Purpose Statement
•Exodus 23:25-26
•Romans 12:1
Worship
•Joshua 24:22•Acts 1:8
Witness•Genesis 33:9-11•Matthew 10:40
Welcome
•John 12:32•Ephesians 4:12-16
Work
The Speakers Engagement Pastor E.W. Bryant spoke a spiritually enriching
message at First Bqptist Church in Cushing, OK .
Pastor Williams and his wife celebrated 6 year s
of faithful service. Our Pastor gave us spiritual
advice, then he gave us the guiding princples of
Christian based leadership – then he blessed us
women with information on what our Christian
man needs from us to stay strong. Thank you
Pastor for that Spirt-filled word of knowledge.
GO YE THEREFORE ....
New Year’s Day,
January 1, 201
GOT PRAYER – GOT
POWER KICKOFF,
January 4, 2011
Junior Laymens
Breakfast
January 8, 2011
EZCDA Men’s Meeting
January 14, 2011
Women & Young Adult
Prayer Retreat
January 14-15, 2011
Martin Luther King Jr.’s
Birthday, January 17
5 Things Your Pastor Wish You Knew 1. He works more than 3 hours per week- He
doesn't punch a clock and work normal hours like you or I
do, but he spends countless hours visiting shut ins and
the ill, tending to grieving families, counselling soon-to-
be-wed couples, helping families in the throes of
crisis...etc, etc.
2. He is not Superman - He is human, just like
you. One of the greatest gifts that you can give your
pastor is the freedom to be himself. He'll be much better
equipped to love you and be loved, when you remove the
element of expected perfection.
3. He is not an army of one - His calling was
never intended to be carried out alone. Here is a
thought, the next time you see something that needs to
be done, do it, then tell your pastor about it!
4. What is yours is his - When you rejoice
because your child gets saved at WBS, so does he. Many
a night, he ends a phone call with you during a time of
need, unable to sleep, just as you are, because he feels
your burdens. And he does it gladly, it is a part of the call.
5. He is responsible to a much HIGHER
authority than his church members - Is he
going to do things the way that YOU think he should?
Nope. He is going to do it the way that God tells him to.
Except from Stacie Stamper, a Pastors’ wife
January 2011
2010
WWBC Purpose Statement
•Exodus 23:25-26
•Romans 12:1
Worship
•Joshua 24:22•Acts 1:8
Witness•Genesis 33:9-11•Matthew 10:40
Welcome
•John 12:32•Ephesians 4:12-16
Work
ot
Discipleship or spiritual formation is becoming a focal
and vital necessity in the Christian community.
Dietrich Bonheoffer a known advocate against the
Nazi rule by Hitler’s regime chided the church 2
generations ago. He said we were settling for what he
called “cheap grace.” Practicing a brand of
Christianity without a cross. In many circles it would
seem that all that is necessary is to embrace certain
tenets, such as I am justified by faith alone. With this
type of understanding of the Christian life what is the
need to have a transformed life. In many surveys of
various Christian groups, people will readily identify
themselves as “Christians”, but are quite reluctant to
call themselves “Disciples.” Why might this be the
norm? Because being a Christian is easy. The one thing
required is that we acknowledge our need for a Savior
and receive a gift that we cannot earn nor deserve.
But if I identify myself as a “Disciple”, then I am
making a statement about the depth of my being a
follower. Being a Christian is a statement about what
Christ has done for us and being a Disciple is a
statement what I doing as a follower of Christ. There
are many Christian leaders who have sent the message
that it is acceptable to be a Christian without the
commitment of being a true follower of Jesus, a
Disciple. (Continued on page 5)
DISCIPLE OR CHRISTIAN Part 2
January 2011
2010
WWBC Purpose Statement
•Exodus 23:25-26
•Romans 12:1
Worship
•Joshua 24:22•Acts 1:8
Witness•Genesis 33:9-11•Matthew 10:40
Welcome
•John 12:32•Ephesians 4:12-16
Work
Song with a message?
According to modern folklore, the song “The 12 Days
of Christmas” was written to help young believers learn about their faith.
Although no evidence proves that claim, some say the popular carol contains these codes:
The partridge in a pear tree is Jesus Christ.
Two turtle doves are the Old and New Testaments.
Three French hens stand for faith, hope and love.
The four calling birds are the four gospels: Matthew,
Mark, Luke and John.
The five golden rings are the Law: the first five books of the Old Testament.
The six geese a-laying represent the six days of creation.
Seven swans a-swimming represent the gifts of the
Holy Spirit: prophesy, serving, teaching, exhortation, contribution, leadership and mercy.
The eight maids a-milking are Jesus’ eight beatitudes.
Nine ladies dancing are the fruits of the Holy Spirit: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness,
faithfulness, gentleness and self-control.
The 10 lords a-leaping are the Ten Commandments.
The 11 pipers piping stand for the 11 faithful
disciples.
The 12 drummers drumming symbolize the 12 statements of belief in the Apostles' Creed.
January 2011
2010
WWBC Purpose Statement
•Exodus 23:25-26
•Romans 12:1
Worship
•Joshua 24:22•Acts 1:8
Witness•Genesis 33:9-11•Matthew 10:40
Welcome
•John 12:32•Ephesians 4:12-16
Work
Christian Education Opportunity By Pastor Bryant
Accepting Christian Truth
ATTENTION: Each Sunday night from 5:30-6:30PM, our ministers have been presenting a training on Accepting Christian Truth. These sessions have resulted in some great information for study and frank and open discussions concerning the primary goal of all Christians and that is “How do we become more like Christ?” Handouts available. Please join Pastor Bryant and the ministry staff of the church for some real insight into the application of the word of God to your life. You’ll Be Glad You Came.....
Advantages of Joining the Choir
1. You never have to worry about what to wear.
2. You have excellent seats and are assured a reserved seat for Christmas and Easter.
3. From your advantageous seat, you can smile at, gawk at, ignore and otherwise enjoy the rest of the people in the congregation.
4. The pastor is nearly always looking the other way.
5. You’re in a wonderful spot to see new members.
6. The cost for all these benefits? Just one evening a week.
Oh, yes, one more reason to join the choir:
You’re a leader in the worship experience.
January 2011
2010
WWBC Purpose Statement
•Exodus 23:25-26
•Romans 12:1
Worship
•Joshua 24:22•Acts 1:8
Witness•Genesis 33:9-11•Matthew 10:40
Welcome
•John 12:32•Ephesians 4:12-16
Work
Part 2 continued I believe we have done a miserable job of making
disciples as commanded in the scriptures. In terms of
moral values and lifestyle choices there is little
distinction between Christians and non-Christians.
We have become compromised at the core of our
faith. We must reaffirm that biblically that there is no
distinction between embracing God’s grace as a
forgiven sinner and following Jesus as the primary
shaping influence over our life. Christians and
disciples are interchangeable as stated in Acts 11:26,
the disciples were 1st called Christians at Antioch.
Therefore we must reevaluate where we set the bar
of discipleship. One key issue I desire to address in
Part III of this series of writing is “How are Disciples
made?” Have you made a decision for Christ
today? If, so let us know, you can contact us by
email (INFO@ WWBCOKC.COM ) or phone. (405-842-
2622) We will be happy to pray with you and help
you begin your walk of faith in Christ. Praise the
Lord for you. May God lift up His countenance
upon you and give you peace. Peace out, Rev Eddie
THE JOYS OF AGING
I have become quite a frivolous old gal. I’m seeing five gentlemen every day. As soon as I awake 1 Will Power helps me to get out of bed. When he leaves I go to see 2 John. Then 3 Charlie Horse comes along, and when he is here, he takes a lot of my attention. When he leaves 4 Arthur Ritis shows up and stays the rest of the day. He doesn’t like to stay in one place very long, so he takes me from joint to joint... After such a busy day, I’m really tired and ready to go to bed with 5 Ben Gay. What a life. Oh, yes, I've also been flirting with Al Zymer!
Submitted by Mother Lubertha Johnson
First Baptist Church, Enid Oklahoma
Youth are our future & their proper
nurturing is our responsibility..
January 2011
2010
WWBC Purpose Statement
•Exodus 23:25-26
•Romans 12:1
Worship
•Joshua 24:22•Acts 1:8
Witness•Genesis 33:9-11•Matthew 10:40
Welcome
•John 12:32•Ephesians 4:12-16
Work
Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and cometh down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variableness,
neither shadow of turning. James 1:17
Greetings,
The reality of Christ’s birth should
bring joy to the world. We were lost and
there was no other means whereby we
could be saved. Thank God for Jesus, it is
so wonderful to have Christmas a few days
before the celebration of the New Year.
What better motivation for newness in
our lives than the cause of Christ. If we
cannot do it for Jesus I do not know what
to say to us. So when you think of the New
Year and resolution that are within our
grasp please read 2 Peter for a little
direction. If you read the Bible more, pray
more and give more of your time talent
and abilities in 2011, When 2012 rolls
around you will not be disappointed.
God’s Blessings...
January 2011
2010
WWBC Purpose Statement
•Exodus 23:25-26
•Romans 12:1
Worship
•Joshua 24:22•Acts 1:8
Witness•Genesis 33:9-11•Matthew 10:40
Welcome
•John 12:32•Ephesians 4:12-16
Work
IT’S SCHOLARSHIP TIME COLLEGE or VOCATIONAL STUDENTS
Commencing on Jan 4, 2011 Tuesdays & Thursdays
11:00 am- 2:00 pm
Call if you need transportation 877-503-0988
WILDEWOOD BAPTIST CHURCH BOOK SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION
DUE : February 6, 2011
ESSAY TOPIC: “Faith to Succeed”
Suggested Scripture: Hebrews Chapter 11
See Sister Sharon Smith for further details
GPA, Awards or Certificates (include dates):
Goals and Aspirations:
Application Must Include:
Your Favorite/Inspirational Bible
Grades or proof of acceptance
Goals or Aspirations
January 2011
2010
WWBC Purpose Statement
•Exodus 23:25-26
•Romans 12:1
Worship
•Joshua 24:22•Acts 1:8
Witness•Genesis 33:9-11•Matthew 10:40
Welcome
•John 12:32•Ephesians 4:12-16
Work