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MONTHLY NEWSLETTER OF VALLEY GROVE BAPTIST CHURCH JANUARY 2019

VALLEY GROVE BAPTIST CHURCH

3040 Old Hwy 20, Tuscumbia, AL 35674

Phone: 256.381.1662 Fax: 256.381.1299

Non-Profit Org.

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Tuscumbia, AL 35674

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JANUARY BIBLE STUDY

1/6 "The Majestic Glory of Father and Son" - Bro. Greg Beasley

1/13 "Ephesus" - Bro. Ted Vafeas

1/20 "Smyrna" - Bro. Johnny Watson

1/27 "Pergamum" - Bro. Frankie LaBoone

2/3 "Thyatira" - Bro. Jeff Newton

2/17 "Sardis" - Bro. Charlie James

2/24 "Philadelphia" - Bro. Nelson Tucker

3/3 “Laodicea” - Bro. Jeremy Scott

Many times I’ve heard that what makes you a tru-

ly good and honest person is how you act and what

you do when no one is watching. It is easy to do the

right thing when you are at church or when other

people are around to “remind” you what is right and

wrong. In those times when you find yourself with

an opportunity to do something and “not get

caught,” remind yourself that God gave us our con-

science to keep us in check. He hears all things and

knows all things. He knows every thought we

have, so listen to the still small voice that guides us

through each day.

Jeremy Scott

Time

We are all given the same amount of time each

day. We are productive for part of our time, and

waste some too.

I was going to a hospital visit and listening to a

radio station of Bible teaching. A question caught

my attention: Do you waste time with God?

Do we sit in His presence?

Be still and know...Psalm 46:10

Look the passage up and meditate on it today.

Frankie

"Brothers and sisters, I do not consider myself yet to

have taken hold of it. But one thing I do: Forgetting

what is behind and straining toward what is ahead,

I press on toward the goal to win the prize for

which God has called me heavenward in Christ

Jesus." Philippians 3:13-14 (NIV)

It is very important that we as Christians remem-

ber always, that we love a God who is a God of first,

second, third, fourth, and one hundred or more

chances, if we need His forgiveness. It is im-

This year one of my goals is to see all

of us at Valley Grove read through

the New Testament. Why do we need

to read God’s Word every day?

Recently I came across this from

Charles Stanley and thought it would be

helpful to all of us.

1. God’s Word leads us to salvation.

Although many of us came to

Christ by hearing about Him from

another person, the way of

salvation is clearly revealed by

simply reading John 3:16, Rom.

10:9. We are all saved by believing

the truth of Scripture whether we

read it ourselves or are taught it by

someone else (1 Peter 1:23).

2. The Scriptures guide our steps. If

we read and heed the Lord’s

instructions, He will show us where

to go, what to say, and how to

make decisions. His Word also

reveals when we’re heading the

wrong direction and warns us of

the consequences of continuing

down that path.

3. God’s Word directs us to wisdom.

Scripture is our greatest protection.

It’s like a shield before us,

guarding our way and warning of

danger. But if we neglect reading

and obeying the Word, we won’t be

able to distinguish right from

wrong.

4. It lifts our burden. Because the

Lord is interested in every aspect of

our lives, we can run to His Word

in our pain, grief, loneliness, or

sickness and receive help In our

time of trouble.

5. The Word of God brings joy. If we

love the Word, we’ll find great joy

and comfort in reading it. When

facing tough situations and

discouragement, our first response

will be to open the Scriptures. Even

if we don’t know where to read, the

Lord will guide us to a passage

which can restore our hope and joy.

And if we don’t have a Bible with

us, He can bring to mind the verses

that we’ve stored in our hearts.

Once we experience how the

Scriptures can change sorrow into

joy, our love for the Lord and His

Word will increase and overflow in

praise and gratitude.

6. The Scriptures give peace. Perhaps

the most desired possession in the

world is peace, but it can only be

found in the Lord. “Those who love

Your law have great peace, and

nothing causes them to

stumble” (Psalm 119:165). Peace

means to be bound to something,

and when that something is the

Word of God, we are bound to

Him and experience the peace

Jesus promised to His disciples

(John 14:27).

God honors and is committed to

blessing those who respect and love His

precious Word. It is the most valuable

possession we own because it is His

written message to us. From Genesis to

Revelation, God reveals His mind and

heart. Everything else will pass away,

1 - HAPPY NEW YEAR (Office closed)

6 - Deacon Meeting

6 - Spiritual Growth University starts

6 - January Bible Study

7 - Monday Morning Ministry Visiting

10:00am

9 - Children - Create a Sock Puppet

13 - January Bible Study

14 - Ladies Bible Study 10:00am

15 - Newsletter Article Due

18-21 - Youth Retreat/Mission Trip

20 - January Bible Study

21 - WMU 10:00am

24 - Senior Adult Game Night

27 - January Bible Study

28 - Ladies Bible Study 10:00am

Church Events

SENIOR ADULT GAME NIGHT

THURSDAY, JANUARY 24

2 – Kathy Elledge

5 – Zach Cleghorn

5 – Alfonso Simon

7 – Judy Vafeas

9 – Deia Borden

10 – Zachery Johnson

10 – Betty Lindsey

11 – Jaxson King

13 – Don Childers

14 – Josh Aycock

14 – Jennifer Beasley

14 – Tommy Peters

15 – Pam Hand

16 – Kristen Johnson

19 – Sherry Monson

20 – Rusty Harper

25 – Justice Aycock

1 – Kenneth & Sandra Kimbrough

6 – Greg & Jennifer Beasley

28 – L. C. & Mollie Jeffries

A NOTE FROM THE OFFICE Since we have had a lot of new members over the last year, we

thought it would be a good time to share some of the office

procedures. Your Secretaries and their duties

Donna, Secretary/Financial Secretary

Church Calendar – If you need to schedule an activity, the

bus and/or van(s), also the facilities, you need to contact

Donna. There are two forms for you to fill out and turn in to

the office (There is a mailbox in the vestibule to put these

forms in and Donna will pick them up).

One is green and entitled “RESERVATION FOR

CHURCH FACILITY/VAN/BUS”. Use this form to

schedule activity that does not need to go in the bulletin.

The other one is yellow and entitled “BULLETIN/

ACTIVITY INFORMATION SHEET” Use this form

if the activity is to go in the bulletin. Please include all

information, such as cost, building you will be using,

deadline for registering, who is sponsoring activity and

their contact information.

If you reserve the facilities the key must be picked up on

Thursday’s.

Financial

All things that concern the church finances is handled by

Donna.

If you need reimbursed for something please fill out a

“CHECK REQUEST FORM” (pink) and turn it in to

the office or put it in the “Secretary” drawer in the

vestibule. Please attach the receipt. All checks are cut on

Wednesday. It will be mailed unless otherwise instructed.

Contribution posting

Credit card use

If you borrow anything from the Church you must

fill out the “RECORDS OF PROPERTIES

BORROWED” (Blue)

All forms are located in a rack on the wall in the hallway

by the breezeway.

PUBLICATIONS

Wednesday News - usually a repeat from Sunday’s

bulletin. All prayer request need to be turned in by

9:00am on Wednesday.

Sunday Bulletin – Information for the bulletin is pulled

from the calendar. If you want a “Thank You” note or

someone placed on the “Prayer List’ please turn in to the

office by 10:00am on Thursday’s.

Newsletter – If you have information that needs to be

placed in the Newsletter it is due by the 15th of the month

for the next month. Example if you need something

placed in the newsletter for February it needs to be in the

office by January 15.

BACKGROUND CHECKS

A form for a “Background check” can be obtained by

calling the office.

Donna will obtain the “Background Check” and keep the

results confidential.

VAN/BUS DRIVERS

Keeps up with all information needed for the Insurance.

Such as driver’s license number, CDL paperwork., etc.

Generally sees over everything in the office.

Assists Bro. Greg and Bro. Ted

Molly

Answers the phone

Keeps up with the following records

“Hold Harmless Agreement” & Medical forms for the

children and youth.

Van/Bus records (mileage, etc.)

Basketball Ministry

“Food Pantry” – stocks and distributes the food

Keeps up with attendance for Sunday School, Spiritual

Growth University and Wednesday night activities.

Orders Sunday School materials

Helps Donna whenever needed.

Assists Bro. Greg and Bro. Ted

WAYS TO GIVE TO VALLEY GROVE BAPTIST OFFERING ENVELOPE - Contributors that want to give

cash or write a check will be assigned and envelop number and

given a box of giving envelopes with that number on them.

(They are pre-dated.) The ones for the 2019 year have been

assigned and placed in your Sunday School Classroom. If you

did not receive a box and want one please call the office at

256.381.1662 and talk to Donna. You may turn the envelope

in during Sunday School or place it in the offering plate when

it is passed. The “Counting Team” will count the money and

post to a sheet that Donna will post from.

ONLINE GIVING - If you would like to give online you may

go to our website - www.vallyegrove.com - and click on the

“Online Giving” link and follow the instructions.

TEXT GIVING - Phone Number: 256-787-0677

Minimum of $10 no more than $2000

Text an amount to the above number.

Beside the amount put where you would like the money

to go. (The following are the only funds we receive

donations for.)

Budget Building Fund Food Pantry

Lottie Moon Christmas Offering

Annie Armstrong Easter Offering

If it is your first time you will be sent a link to fill out

your information. You will not have to furnish this

information every time you text your contribution.

If you would like a receipt you may give your email

address and a receipt will be e-mailed to you.

There is a series of text message commands that are

available to you, the donor, throughout the giving process.

Some of the commands that you can text are:

SUPPORT – to receive some help for basic commands

UPDATE – You will receive a custom link that you

can update your payment information online

DELETE – If you would like to delete your payment

WORSHIP CARE

Wednesday, January 2 - Lura Agee, Susan Young

Sunday, January 6

8:00 – Angie Willis, Rhonda Keenum

10:30 – Mark & Christa Chase, Amy Gregory, Dana Massey, Penny

Townsend

PM – Norma Hallmark, Brenda Nixon

Wednesday, January 9 - Mary Jane McDonald, Shelia Creasy

Sunday, January 13

8:00 – Angie Willis, Brenda Simkovich

10:30 – Wanda Downey, Sue Jeffreys, Patsy Peters, Brandon & Rebecca

Burleson, Sandra Kimbrough

PM – Joy South, Carol Aday

Wednesday, January 16 - Vada Landers, Faye Hester

Sunday, January 20

8:00 – Angie Willis,

10:30 – Joyce Dennis, Charlotte Jeffreys, Cassie Sparks, Maegan Rumble,

Janice Anderson, Doug McDonald

PM – Lura Agee, Phyllis Myhan

Wednesday, January 23 - Wanda Berry, Linda Counts

Sunday, January 27

8:00 – Angie Willis, Suzie Tverberg

10:30 – Tina Tverberg, Jamie Terry, Angela Underwood, Sherry Newton,

Brandi Hogan, Breanna Newell

PM – Vickie Saint, Linda Shelton, Tonya Reid

Wednesday, January 30 - Lura Agee, Susan Young

CHILDREN’S CHURCH 6 – Angie Dewberry 13 – Michelle Stutts

20 – Mary Jane McDonald 27 – Susan Rackley

SECURITY TEAM

6 – Rod Priest 13 – Zach Tverberg

20 – Frankie LaBoone 27 – Barry Minor

PRAYER TEAM

January 6

8:30am - Ray & Linda Counts

10:00am - Gary & Heather White

January 13

8:30am - Tommy & Debbie Counts

10:00am - Brandon & Rebekah Burleson

January 20

8:30am - Darryl Tverberg

10:00am - Rodney Sparks & Chris Wright

January 27

8:30am - Ted & Judy Vafeas

10:00am - Wayne Jeffreys & Rod Priest

VAN MINISTRY

Wednesday – January 2

Van 1 – Reba Newell, Shelia Creasy

Van 2 – Larry Creasy, Susan Young

Sunday – January 6 – Reba Newell, John & Sharon Permenter

Wednesday – January 9

Van 1 – Reba Newell, Maxine Shelhamer

Van 2 - Don & Betty Bradford

Sunday – January 13 – Reba Newell, Greg Newell

Wednesday – January 16

Van 1 – Reba Newell, Maxine Shelhamer

Van 2 - T. C. & Norma

Sunday – January 20 – Reba Newell, John & Sharon Permenter

Wednesday – January 23

Van 1 – Reba Newell, Joy South

AREAS OF SERVICE SCHEDULE

Pray for our children

As the New Year quickly approaches, I

challenge Valley Grove to make a

commitment to pray for our church chil-

dren. Prayer is something everyone can do and is

a great investment in children's lives. Sunday School

classes may take a group of children to pray for.

In an effort to help, the children are completing an Interest Sur-

vey about themselves, and a picture will be attached.

Some life-changing prayers may include:

1. Receive Eternal Life (John 3:16)

2. Protection from the devil (Psalm 121; Joshua 1:9)

2 – Jesus and Zacchaeus

6 – Primeval History

9 - The Parable of the Sower – Create Sock Puppets

13 – Abraham

16 – The Unmerciful Servant

20 – Canon and Abraham’s Descendants

23 – The Good Samaritan

27 – Exodus

30 – Three Parables Love, Mary

Cleaning a home is hard work if done right. Have you

every observed another’s home and thought, “Oh wow, this

house needs more than a “lick and a promise?” Would you

like to help others clean their home and “get-er-done” right?

Transfer that thinking to The Parable told by Jesus in Luke

18:9-14. It’s about a Pharisee and a Tax Collector who went

at the same time to pray in the temple. It could have been

New Year’s Day, who knows. The worthless and hated tax

collector had a honest evaluation of his dirty heart and soul.

He humbly asked The Lord for cleansing.

However, the religious Pharisee loved his perfect life so

much that he began to look down his nose at others who did

wrong. He was so RIGHT he slowly became WRONG in his

attitude and actions. He refused to see his “soiled soul”

because he was occupied with “dirt gazing” on another.

Let’s be honest in order to be clean as we begin 2019.

Praise The Lord for His blood that cleanses us from all our

dirty thoughts and actions. Let’s not compare, let’s confess!

SPIRITUAL GROWTH UNIVERSITY

STARTS BACK SUNDAY, JANUARY 6 @ 5:00pm

CLASSES THAT WILL BE OFFERED

1. Disciples Path - Book “The Beginning” (Teacher-

Brandon Burleson)

2. I Am A Church Member (Teacher-Darryl Tverberg)

3. Just Open The Door (Ladies Bible Study) (Teacher-Judy

Vafeas)

4. Come Home (Teacher-Frankie Laboone

5. Sing (Teacher-Zach Cleghorn

6. Baptist Adults (Teacher-Nelson Tucker)