Belt Campus | (BLT) | 700 E. Belt Blvd., Richmond, VA 23224 | 804.232.5696 | Dr. LaKeisha Cook - Campus Pastor

Creighton Campus | (CRE) | 4247 Creighton Rd., Henrico, VA 23223 | 804.643.4000 | Dr. Maceo E. Freemam, Jr. - Campus Pastor

Elm Campus | (ELM) | 29 Elm St., Petersburg, VA 23803 | 804.732.1200 | Rev. Jamie Duncan - Campus Pastor

Campus Worship Times: Sunday Service | BLT & ELM 10am • CRE 9am and 11am | Thursday Bible Study Times | BLT, CRE & ELM 11am and 7pm

RAPID RESPONSE is available for bereavement and hospitalization | 804.304.3890

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February 17, 2019

Dr. Lance D. Watson, Senior Pastor and Chief Dreamer

SMB SUN STUDENT SCHEDULE (MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOLERS) 1st SUN: Students will worship with families or leaders. 2nd SUN: SMB SUN School Groups meet upstairs in room 2239/412 9am and 11am services. 3rd SUN: 9am Service - SMB SUN School in room 2239/41 11am Service - SMB worship in the Chapel. 4th SUN: 9am and 11am Service - SMB SUN School in room 2239/41

SURGE • MERGE • BLUEPRINT

SPBC YOUTH MINISTRY

COLLEGE STUDENTS - If you are a member of SPBC and you are in college please email us your name, email and telephone number to collegeconnect@myspbc.org. We will be upstairs in room 2239/41 at the 11am service for our college connect kickback session. Come join us!

2019 Theme: Better Before Bigger! • Scripture: Excel in everything! 2 Corinthians 8:7

Welcome! We’re excited to have you with us today! While you’re here, please TEXT SPBCNEW to 99000 to register and receive a free gift!

Please VISIT our Charisma Bookstore in the Atrium and our small groups on the 2nd level of our Educational Wing. We’re glad you’re here! Come Back Real Soon! We’d love to have you in our family!

We Welcome the following NEWCOMERS who made spiritual decisions on Sunday, February 10, 2019

55 Dayveon Thornhill Baptism/New Believer56 Robert Thornhill Baptism/New Believer57 Vincent Torrence, III Baptism/New Believer58 Robert Thornhill, III Baptism/New Believer59 Shawtara Thornhill Baptism/New Believer

60 Giovanni Crespo Sr. Christian Exp.61 Deirdre Louard Baptism/New Believer62 Saundra Jones Christian Exp.

Who Will Bring #63?

Praise and WorshipInvocation and Welcome

Today’s Message:

Dr. Lance D. Watson Senior Pastor

Invitation* • Offering*

Baby Dedication (11am)Send Out

*DO NOT WALK during the offering or The invitation

Please be advised that participation in any Saint Paul’s experience grants us permission to

respectfully use your likeness in any communication, evangelistic or worship materials.

Contributing is Easy at SPBC

ENVELOPE - Use an envelope to give cash or checks. Our ushers can provide them. Deposit them in the offering basket in worship or Mail Drop after hours.

CELL PHONE - Text the letters SPBCCRE to 77977 and follow the prompts.

COMPUTER - Visit www.myspbc.org and click on the “GIVE” button at the top right of the screen to set up “recurring gifts.”

SPBC SMB PRESENTS - AS PART OF OUR FAMILY FAITH SERIES - THE NBA WIZARDS VS. MIAMI HEAT GAME. SAT, MAR 23, at 3pm. Each attendee requires one ticket. Total ticket price of $130 includes transportation and one T Shirt. All sales are final - no refunds. Please arrive at the CRE by 2:15pm. Departure is promptly at 3pm. We anticipate returning to campus by 11:45pm. Go to https://myspbc.brushfire.com/events for tickets.

Onyx WilliamsDOB: 7/6/2018

CRE-11amLeylaniMorganoDOB: 9/26/2018

Kensley Grace DelaneyDOB: 9/26/2018

Registration is now open for the 2019 Spring Semester of SPBCU SPBCU offers a wide variety of courses across all 3 campuses addressing Spiritual,

Discipleship and Leadership Development. Classes will be held on THU’s, beginning MAR 7 and will meet for six weeks from 7-8:15pm. We invite you to take advantage of this wonderful opportunity to make a intentional investment in your walk with Christ.

Register today at www.myspbc.org!

Mikhail Darisean JenningsDOB: 2/13/2017

Parents: Sherika Chambliss & Larry Williams, Jr.Jeremiah 29:11

Parents: Breanna Jones & Elijah MorganoPsalm 127:3-5

Parents: Mica Delaney & Trevor DelaneyPsalm 127:3

Tia Thomas & Darryl JenningsDeuteromomy 5: NIV The Ten Commandments

JOINPRAYER - You’re invited! Join us at 7:14am on WED for prayer. 7:14 is not an event, it’s a movement because when people pray, things happen! Call 302.202.1110. Enter Code 336896 to join us for the next

GROUPS - Small groups meet each weekend after the 9am worship celebration for men, women, 20’s, 30’s, 40’s and 50’s on the second level of our educational facility. Make a connection in a small group today.

ATTENDCROSS THE BRIDGE! Join us as we study the scriptures together at 11am and 7pm each THU on each of our three campuses. Bible Study available for children and youth during our 7pm studies. Meal Service is available. Visit https://myspbc.brushfire.com/events/449775

SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETATION will be available on 2nd Sundays at the 9am service on the left side of the church.

BASIC MONEY - LEARNING TO LIVE WITHIN YOUR MEANS - It’s never too late to get your finances straight for this Tax season with “Basic Money”. This 2 day workshop is designed to help you learn to live within your means. Learn basic money tools and techniques, receive expert financial training and support. Get tips to track your household expenses, reduce debt and create a budget. The workshop starts SAT, MAR 2, from 9am-1pm in room 2244. This course requires a $10 donation to cover classroom materials and lunch. Space is limited so register at mypsbc.brushfire.com/events Registration is required and closes FEB 25 don’t miss it!

LIVING LIFE LIKE ITS GOLDEN - The Prime Time Life Stage, ages 60-69, will have our first meeting of 2019 on SAT, FEB 23 from 11am-12:30pm in Commons A. All SPBC Primetimers are invited to join us for fun and fellowship. We are looking forward to totally “Living Life like its Golden” this year stop by our Prime Time Kiosk, any SUN- FEB 10 for more info about the Prime Time Life Stage, our upcoming activities and events. We will also be accepting your exciting ideas and suggestions for 2019.

SINGLES MASTER CLASS REGISTRATION - Register NOW for our first ever Singles Master Class on SAT, MAR 2, at CRE with Certified Life Coach and Relationships Expert, Stephan Labossiere, author of He Who Finds a Wife and How to Get a Man to Cherish You and Inspirational Speaker and Life Coach, Rita Ricks, author of Permission Granted, and host of Spirit

Journeys. This is a “can’t miss” event! To register, visit www.myspbc.org/announcements.

MARRIAGE 2 THE MAX DATE NIGHT - Marriage 2 the Max presents the first “Let’s Talk” Date Night of the year on SAT, MAR 9, from 6-9pm in Commons A & B at the CRE campus. An enlightening workshop on “Reconciliation & Forgiveness” presented by Dr. Maceo Freeman & Mrs Alice Freeman designed to bring refreshment to your relationship. Enjoy, food, fellowship, enrichment and more for just $20 per couple. For more information email marriage2themax@myspbc.org. To purchase tickets go to myspbc.brushfire.com/events.

2019 IMAGINE ME ENTREPRENEURS CONFERENCEJoin us on SAT, MAR 16 from 8:30am - 3pm at CRE. The first 100 registrations are only $35. Attendees make valuable connections with other members of their business community while hearing from experts on starting nonprofits, buying a franchise, and the difference between an entrepreneur and Emall Business Owner. Participants will also be able to test their business skills in the Shark Tank-Like Competition. Register today at: www.imagineme.biz, www.mySPBC , www.myspbc.org or the Saint Paul’ Community Foundation’s kiosk

REFINERS TRIPS FOR 2019 - The Refiners are taking an Odyssey Cruise trip to Washington DC on SAT APR 13 and a trip to the Pennsylvania Amishlands to see the play Jesus AUG14-16. For additional information please visit the Refiners Kiosk in the Atrium.

VOLUNTEERSMB SEEKING TUTORS - The student ministry are looking for mentors on TUE and WED. If you are gifted with our young people please contact Martina.Jones-Smith@myspbc.org. Math tutoring is available on THU’s 6:30-7:30 in room 2243.

RESOURCESIT’S TIME TO APPLY FOR THE 2019 SPCF SCHOLARSHIPS - Each year, Saint Paul’s Community Foundation recognizes outstanding student through its scholarship program. For the 2018 - 2019 academic year, the Foundation will award scholarships to 25 students. The scholarship applications are available online until midnight May 16. Please visit the Saint Paul’s Community Foundation’s website to apply at wwwmySPCF.org. Don’t miss out on an opportunity for financial assistance you won’t have to pay back. Visit our kiosk for more info.

PROSPECTIVE DIACONATE CANDIDATES Become an important part of the spiritual health and growth of our church as found in 1Timothy 3. The office of deacon as set forth in Scripture is one of sympathy, witness, and service after the example of Jesus Christ. Persons of spiritual character, honest repute, of exemplary lives, brotherly and sisterly love, warm sympathies, and sound judgments should be chosen for this office…” SPBC Diaconate is accepting nominations for prospective

candidates. Nomination forms may be obtained from the kiosk or by contacting Roy.Massenburg@myspbc.org or Amigo.Wade@myspbc.org for CRE. There will also be deacons available at kiosk C to answer questions about the nomination and review process. A mandatory informational meeting is scheduled SUN, FEB 24, at 1pm in the Chapel to discuss the biblical qualifications as well as the training and development process for the Diaconate candidates.

BLACK HISTORY MONTH 2019Join us during the month of FEB as we celebrate our Heritage and the amazing contributions that African Americans have made worldwide. We will celebrate in worship through preaching, poems, song, dance, drama, and painting. Then join us in our SPBC Art, Empowerment, and Health Gallery in Commons C showcasing the work of artists (i.e. poets, singers, visual artists, photographers, authors, jewelry makers, and more). There will also be mini workshops hosted by our Visual Arts Small Group. We will also encourage political, spiritual, personal, health, and financial empowerment, awareness and discipline.

FEATURED ALL MONTHCaring Hearts (Health); Nia of Greater Richmond (HIV awareness); Saint Paul’s Community Foundation (Finance)

Heritage Wall: photos of AA contributions and history, and display of SPBC History,

FEBRUARY 17: Caring Hearts will provide Blood Pressure Screenings; SPBC Visual Arts Small Group / mini workshops (paint by number, jewelry making, and t-shirt making)

FEBRUARY 24: Poet (Cortni Quarles); The Pretty Package Custom Gifts (Loretta James); Quilter, Coloring Books, Photography (Unicia Buster); Book: A Procedural Manual for the Board of Christian Education (Dr. O’Neal Sandidge); SPBC Visual Arts Small Group collectively displaying their personal art

BLACK HISTORY MUSEUM AND CULTURE CENTER MEMBERSHIP DRIVE - Telling Our Story…. Join us during the month of FEB as we partner with the Black History Museum and Cultural Center of VA for a membership drive. For more info. or to become a member visit the Outreach kiosk in the atrium or visit www.blackhistorymuseum.org. Questions contact: Outreach@myspbc.org.

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