Sunday, February 15th

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The Pastor Writes by Dr. Forrest Sheffield, Senior Pastor

The Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Seasons have come and gone and already the first month of 2015 is history. Time moves on and we cannot slow it down. Easter, Mother’s Day and Baccalaureate will be here quicker than we can imagine. That is why we must learn to enjoy every day and savor every moment of life. We all agree that time passes faster the older you get in life. Since 2014 has come to a close, I cannot keep from thinking about God’s blessings on our church. While He blessed us in so many ways, I want to share with you His financial blessings over the past year. I asked our Financial Secretary for this data so I could thank the Lord and thank you for your financial commitment to God’s work through Harrisburg. I am so thrilled for the joy of sharing with you once again that we exceeded our 2014 church budget of $3,168,299.35 by $259,953.29 which means we received $3,428,252.64 for the year. This reflects going over our budget by 8%. I looked back at our annual statistics and discovered that we have exceeded our church budget for the last 27 years. Because

of the excess budget money over the years, we have been able to keep our buildings in good shape such as the $290,000.00 we recently spent on resurfacing the exterior stucco on the building. There will be several other projects that will be completed this year because of excess budget money. In 2014, we gave $475,244.88 through the Cooperative Program to Southern Baptist causes. We give 15% through the Cooperative Program from our church approved budget each year. I fully and totally support the God-blessed and God-inspired method of Southern Baptist churches working together and giving a church-approved percentage of their budget through the Cooperative Program. Since 1925, Southern Baptists have been the envy of all other mainline denominations on how we carry out the Great Commission and fund our State Convention ministries, our seminaries, our International and North American Mission Boards and many other Southern Baptist ministries and causes. Two other churches that I have pastored in the past have given 30% and 32% of their undesignated budget income. I am a believer in and a strong supporter of our method for world missions called the Cooperative Program. Our total gifts to mission causes in 2014 was $819,727.86. Harrisburg is a pacesetter church for leading the way and making sure that we continue to give liberally to missions. I am also excited to tell you that we exceeded our goal this year for the Lottie Moon Offering. Our goal was $84,000.00 and we have thus far received $84,203.18. I knew it was a sizable goal when Jane Burns and our WMU set the goal this year, but it was not too large for us to achieve. Now, we know that we have the financial capability to reach such a high goal. WMU, I see no reason why we don’t have a goal this December of at least $100,000.00 for our Lottie Moon Offering for International Missions. I expect to hear this time next year that we exceeded $100,000.00 for the Lottie Moon Offering! The last great financial blessing I want to mention in 2014 was the receiving of $150,000.00 to finish the Youth Adventure Lodge facility. We now have a total of $154,715.94 in this fund. Back last October, when I met with our Trail Life USA leadership and asked them how much money we needed to complete The Lodge, the dollar figure of $150,000.00 surfaced. That became our goal. We put together a 3-4 week plan that included testimonies, challenges, music, and a pulpit emphasis. God honored the prayers and plans of our leadership and here we are with enough money to complete the building, hopefully by summer. “To God be the glory, great things He has done!” I trust that you will rejoice with your staff and me as we thank God for these blessings from His people and for His glory. Thank you for being great stewards.

In Christ,Brother Forrest

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Page 3February 2015 FebruaryAT A GLANCEWEEKLY

SUNDAYSFebruary 01Morning Worship 8:30 a.m. & 11:00 a.m.Sunday School 9:45 a.m.Zamar Student Choir 4:00 p.m.Children’s Bible Drill 4:00 p.m. Classic Worship 5:00 p.m.Awaken Service 5:30 p.m.

February 08Morning Worship 8:30 a.m. & 11:00 a.m.Children’s Worship 8:30 a.m. & 11:00 a.m.Sunday School 9:45 a.m.Zamar Student Choir 4:00 p.m.Children’s Bible Drill 4:00 p.m. Classic Worship 5:00 p.m.Awaken Service 5:30 p.m.

February 15Morning Worship 8:30 a.m. & 11:00 a.m.Sunday School 9:45 a.m.Singles’ Spaghetti Lunch 11:00 a.m. and NoonZamar Student Choir 4:00 p.m. Children’s Bible Drill 4:00 p.m. Classic Worship 5:00 p.m.Awaken Service 5:30 p.m.Deacons’ Meeting 6:30 p.m.

February 22Morning Worship 8:30 a.m. & 11:00 a.m.Sunday School 9:45 a.m.Children’s Worship 8:30 a.m. & 11:00 a.m.Zamar Student Choir 4:00 p.m. Children’s Bible Drill 4:00 p.m.Classic Worship 5:00 p.m.Awaken Service 5:30 p.m.

MONDAYSMother’s Day Out 8:30 a.m.Trail Life 6:30 p.m.Men’s Luncheon 11:30 a.m. (9th)Merrymakers 11:30 a.m. (23rd)

TUESDAYSMorning Stretch 9:00 a.m.WMU 11:15 a.m. (3rd and 17th)FAITH 5:30 a.m. (begins Feb. 24th)

WEDNESDAYSEvening Meal 4:45 p.m.Library Open 5:00 p.m.Music and Missions 6:00 p.m.Mid-Week Bible Study 6:00 p.m.Bible Studies 6:00 p.m.Student Revolution 6:00 p.m.Choir Rehearsal 6:30 p.m.

THURSDAYSMother’s Day Out 8:30 a.m.Morning Stretch 9:00 a.m.

February 1st 8:10 a.m.: Selena Davis, Amanda Holland, Christa Evans, Denise Green, John & Cathy Leslie, Dennis & Ashley Buse 10:40 a.m.: Matt & April Lindsey, Bubba & Lynn Dean. February 8th 8:10 a.m.: Brandi Long, Samantha Fikes, Doug & Kara Penny, Steve & Lisa Hensley, Alan & Carol Flowers 10:40 a.m.: Sue Stokes, Nelda Hartley, Steven & Jeanna Witt. February 15th 8:10 a.m.: Pam Hurst, Crystal Wilson, Justin & Stacey Loden, Kathy Ferris, Chase Farmer, Chad & Amanda Long 10:40 a.m.: Terry & Amy Abernethy, David & Cathy Davis. February 22nd 8:10 a.m.: Kori & Charla Creel Jackie Webb, Amber Steele, Jason & Jennifer Boyette, Dana Long, Theresa Grisham 10:40 a.m.: Buddy & Krisha Mims, Briley Backstrom, Brenda Tidwell.

Greeters: February 1st Front: Mike and Margaret Robinson, Back: Tim and Sharon Miles | February 8th Front: Mark and Shelia Vernon, Back: Larry Chittom and Gerald Conaway | February 15th Front: Martha Pickens and Linda Norris, Back: Terry Simons | February 22nd Front: Gerald Conaway and Pat Henson, Back: Phil and Debbie Swords.

Sunday SchoolAttendance

Wednesday Evenings begin at 4:45 p.m. with a Family Fellowship Supper in the Fellowship Hall. A delicious meal is served (with separate children’s meal) for only $4.00 for adults and $2.50 for kids, with a $12.00 family maximum. Come enjoy the food and the fellowship prior to the various activities that begin at 6:00 p.m. February 4th: Hamburger Steaks with Gravy, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, Toast, Salad and Dessert. Kids: Hamburgers and French Fries. February 11th: Pork Chops, Scalloped Potatoes, Navy Beans, Corn Bread, Slaw and Dessert. Kids: Beef Sticks and Tater Tots. February 18th: Sweet and Sour Chicken, Fried Rice, Stir Fry Vegetables, Egg Rolls, Fruit Salad and Dessert. Kids: Pizza and Chips. February 25th: Spaghetti, Italian Green Beans, Fried Squash, Garlic Bread, Salad and Dessert. Kids: Fish Sticks and Sweet Potato Fries.

STAFF ON CALLIn the event of an emergency,

the minister on call can be reached at 891-7914.

Jan. 31-Feb. 01 |February 07-08 |February 14-15 |February 21-22 |

February 28 - Mar 01 |

David SmithAaron TomesForrest SheffieldDavid LangerfeldTim Alexander

$ 3,168,299.16$ 3,428,252.64

$ 60,926.44

$ 55,720.12$ 39,114.72$ 46,596.29$ 50,108.77

$ 243,705.76$ 191,539.90

2014 Required to Date2014 Received to Date

2015 Weekly Budget Requirement

Budget ReceivedJanuary 04January 11January 18January 25

2015 Required to Date2015 Received to Date

MonthlyG

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December 28 |January 04 |January 11 |January 18 |January 25 |

5801004 99210881029

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Valentine’s Day Party at PNO!

Parents’ Night Out will be on February 13th from 6:00 - 9:30 p.m. We will talk about God’s love, exchange Valentine cards, play in the gym, and have a special snack. Please send valentines with your child to PNO. The cost is $15 per family for members and non-members. Sign up by Sunday, February 8th, to reserve your spot so we can plan for childcare needs. If you have any questions, call Tonya Cox at 348-2505 or 372-6592. We look forward to seeing you at PNO.

PRESCHOOL NEWSM&M’S

On Wednesday nights from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. we have a wonderful Music & Missions program for our 3-5 Year Olds! The M&M teachers lead them in music and missions activities, teaching them about God’s love and how it can be spread around the world. They meet in the following rooms down our preschool hall: 3’s – room 141, 4’s – room 144, and 5’s (kindergarteners) - room 150. We hope your child will join us! There is childcare available for younger preschoolers in the nursery area.

“He who pursues righteousness and love finds life, prosperity and honor” (Proverbs 21:21).

a word to parents, fromGod

HBC members with child currently enrolled may enroll sibling(s)Non-HBC Members may enroll a child who is not presently enrolled in the Day SchoolOther HBC MembersPublic Registration

DAY SCHOOL REGISTRATION DATES

Feb 2nd - 6th

Feb 9th - 13th

Feb 16th - 20th Feb 23rd

CHILDREN’S NEWS

CHILDREN’S WORSHIP will resume on Sunday, February 8. Saddle up your horses and grab your favorite pair of boots as we go on an old-fashioned cattle drive this semester in Children’s Worship with our new theme: On the Trail! Join Cookie, Tex and a whole herd of cattle as we learn lessons from a different kind of trail, the trail the Israelites left as they got out of Egypt! Children’s Worship meets during the 8:30 and 11:00 Service in Adult 8 & 9, and is for 4 year olds—5th Graders. Parents, you are welcome to attend with your children. Every element is planned with your child in mind and with the goal of helping him or her learn to worship. Come give it a try! February dates: February 8th and 22nd.

HARRISBURG

CENTRI-KID CAMPCentriKid is a five day, four night camp for 3rd – 6th graders to experience the time of their lives and learn more about the message of Jesus Christ. Kids will take part in Bible study, recreation, track times, and worship. From the future sports star, to the young scientist, to the rising chef, every kid gets to participate in exciting activities of their choice. Camps are staffed by college and seminary students who can’t wait to hang out with your kids and love to share Christ through every aspect of camp! This year’s camp is from July 6th - 10th at Shocco Springs Retreat Center, Talladega, Alabama. For Children who have completed 3rd - 6th Grade. $335 / child; $100 Deposit (non-refundable) due February 8th with registration. Register online at www.harrisburgonline.org. For more information, contact Shelley at 842-6917 or sfarmer@harrisburgonline.org.

HARRISBURG 5TH AND 6TH GRADE SPRING RETREATMarch 20th - 21st | Lake Forest Ranch, Macon, MSGuest Speaker: Gary PermenterThis is a great weekend designed just for Harrisburg 5th and 6th Graders. We’ll leave after school on Friday, March 20th to enjoy a great weekend of Bible Study, games and fellowship. We’ll return to HBC on Saturday afternoon. Retreat fee includes a t-shirt and all meals. The deadline to register is Wednesday, March 4th. $70.00 per child.

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STUDENT NEWS

THANK YOU! Disciple Now was a huge success. Our Students gathered with over 1,400 other students from the area for a weekend of Worship, Bible Study and Service. We filled the room at the Furniture Market and learned how to follow God even more with our lives. On Saturday we served a neighborhood by raking yards, preparing meals for families and delivering cookies and encouragement to every family in the neighborhood. Our Student Ministry is so thankful for host home parents, van drivers, our mission project helpers, our college leaders, the freshmen serve team, those who sorted shirts and supplies, people that provided meals, snacks, and served food, the countless people that prayed for the weekend and others that served to help make the weekend a HUGE success. We are thankful that we have a church that values students and provides opportunities for them to grow in their relationship with Christ!

Thursday, February 26, 2015BancorpSouth Arena

Tickets $10 at the door.www.jamtour.com/shows/tupelo-ms

The Student Ministry Associate Search Team has begun meeting and has started the process of searching for an Associate for Student Ministry. This person will primarily work in the area of Middle School, but will serve with and lead alongside all students and their families. Will you pray for the team as they seek God and His will for this position? Pray also for the person God has to fill this very important role. The team members are: Tim Brown, Chairman; Scott Cochran, Vice Chairman; Shannon Carter, Theresa Grisham, Chris Hester, Brian McCoy and Brian Riggs.

Super Summer Small Groups Start Meeting in FebruaryIf you have not registered for Super Summer the first deadline has passed. Please stop by the Student Ministry Table upstairs and register. The dates for Super Summer are July 13th - 17th. Super Summer is a discipleship /evangelism / leadership conference designed to provide qualitative spiritual growth and help develop student leadership in Mississippi churches. Utilizing a camp setting, for 26 years, Super Summer has challenged students to learn how to penetrate their culture for Christ.

A few spots are left for Skiing during Spring BreakMarch 7th - 11th

Snowshoe, West Virginia. More info http://harrisburgonline.org/studentministry

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FAITH Evangelism is a discipleship program that creates a culture of evangelism in our church by equipping and mobilizing believers in lifestyle evangelism, disciple-making, and ministry.

Our next FAITH Banquet will be February 10th

at 5:30 p.m. Rev. Bo Grace, Senior Pastor at Broadmoor Baptist Church in Memphis and former Associate Pastor of Evangelism at Harrisburg, will be our guest speaker. Sign-up at the table outside the Sanctuary or in the recreation area.

February 1st

8:30am - 9:30amRicky Metcalfe9:30am-10:30amRobert Yarber

10:30am-11:30amDavid Maddox

February 8th

8:30am - 9:30amRonnie Russell

9:30am-10:30amSkip Holliman

10:30am-11:30amJohn Bryson

February 15th

8:30am - 9:30amBryan Tanner

9:30am-10:30amMichael Green

10:30am-11:30amFrank Kessler

February 22nd

8:30am - 9:30amTerry Black

9:30am-10:30amJack Clark

10:30am-11:30amJamie OwensSE

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Join us on Sunday, February 15th, after church for a great lunch for an even greater cause. The Singles’ Ministry is raising money for an upcoming Mission Trip! This is the fund raiser for our trip and we would appreciate your help. There are two serving times: 11:00 a.m. and 12:00 noon. Everyone is invited. For more information about this luncheon please contact Donna Sharp at 823-7102.

S.M.A.C.K. 2015Summer Music and Arts

Camp for KidsThis music camp at Blue Mountain College from July 21st - 25th is specially designed for today’s 4th - 6th graders. Registration begins February 3rd. Cost is $175 and includes a T-Shirt and music. For more information please contact Christy Bolen at 662.823.7105.

WinShape Camps for CommunitiesJune 15th - 19th, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

1st - 6th Graders (grade completed)$199.00

Something new is coming to Tupelo this summer. Harrisburg has joined with other area churches and businesses to host WinShape Camps for Communities June 15th - 19th. During the week 1st - 6th Graders may pick from 21 special skills like archery, cheerleading, flag football, wacky science, crafts, fast food, and secret ops. They will also experience amazing small group Bible study time and worship with our camp pastor and band.

“Intelligent people are always open to new ideas. In fact, they look for them.” Proverbs 18:15 (NLT) Share with us insights that might help the Recreation Ministry continue to be an effective tool for the Kingdom!

BASKETBALL FEBRUARY MADNESSWe’re not waiting until March! There are three games in our gym each Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday (6:00, 7:00, 8:00), and six on Saturdays (9:00, 10:00, 11:00, 12:00, 1:00, and 2:00) during the month of February. Come March you will have missed all the excitement.

SOFTBALL REGISTRATIONOur church will be sponsoring another men’s team this year in the City Church League. Please come by Rec Desk and pick up a registration form and join the excitement. Players must be 16 or older. If there is an interest, we will sponsor a ladies team also. For more information text 662-231-4944.

MORNING STRETCH The class meets 9:00 - 9:45 a.m. each Tuesday and Thursday. Free non-slip socks will be given to first time participants! This is for ladies, men and your neighbors. A great way to stretch your body and spirit!

REC FACILITIESGym: (Mon, Tues, Thurs, and Fri: 2:30 - 9:30 p.m.); (Sat, Basketball Games 9:00 a.m. -3:00 p.m.); Closed for Parents Night Out February 13th. Fitness Room: Mon thru Fri, 7:00 a.m. – 9:30 p.m., Sat, 9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Call the Rec Desk for up to date schedule 823-7114.

FITNESS ROOM AUTHORIZATIONAuthorization will be done on as needed basis. Contact David Smith 662-231-4944.

BIRTHDAY PARTIESContact David Smith 823-7115, Come by Rec Desk and pick up an updated brochure to see how you can reserve a party.

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RECREATION / SENIOR ADULT NEWSShare with us insights that might help the Senior Adult Ministry continue to be an effective tool for the Kingdom!

SENIOR ADULT ACTIVITIESJanice Magers and David Smith have dates set for this year’s upcoming trips: February 12th, Mystery Trip; March 30th, Tuscaloosa, AL; April 15th - 17th Discovery Park and America / Reelfoot Lake. Additional calendar dates are posted at Sr. Adult Bulletin Display and Facebook. Call the office 662-823-7135 if you have any trip suggestions.

MERRYMAKERS LUNCHEON February 23rd, 11:30 a.m. Join us for this sweetheart of a fellowship. Lunch will be prepared by our kitchen, $4.00, and special guest Randy Wood. This is a great time to invite your friends to join us.

MORNING STRETCH The class meets 9:00 - 9:45 a.m. each Tuesday and Thursday. Free non-slip socks will be given to first time participants! This is for ladies, men and your neighbors. A great way to stretch your body and spirit!

SHEPHERD’S CENTER Seniors Serving SeniorsThursday, February 19th, 9:00 - 11:00 a.m., First United Methodist Church, Tupelo. This is for everyone in our community 50+. Contact Dot Rieves or Jackie Webb for more information.

NEED A RIDE TO CHURCHWe pick up on Sunday mornings this fall for 8:30 a.m. Worship, 9:45 a.m. Sunday School, 11:00 a.m. Worship. We take home after Sunday School, and after 11:00 a.m. Worship. Call David Smith 231-4944 to arrange pickup route.

The Men’s Ministry at Harrisburg is dedicated to helping men be the godly men God calls us to be. Harrisburg’s men are active in our community. Our next Men’s Luncheon is scheduled for February 9th at 11:30 a.m. Our guest speaker will be Mark Boren, Fellowship of Christian Athletes.Change a Life. Change the World is more than a

catchy tagline—it’s what happens through WMU® around the world every day. We meet twice monthly on the first and third Tuesday of each month at 11:15 a.m.

In order to better communicate with you, the Singles Committee would like to have the email address of all Singles in our church. If you are single of any age (never married, di-vorced or widowed), please send your email address to Donna Sharp<dsharp@harrisbur-gonline.org>.

Please join us for a bridal tea shower for ANNA KATHRYN RINEHART, daughter of Keith and Melissa Rinehart, bride-elect of ANDREW SIMMONS on Sunday, February 22nd, 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. in the Courtyard Parlor. Given by the Smokey Young Sunday School Class.

Upcoming Bible StudiesThe Family of Jesus by Karen KingsburyWednesday nights at 6:00 p.m. beginning February 18th

Karen Kingsbury uniquely brings Jesus’ family alive through Scripture and storytelling. Explore the lives of Joseph, Zechariah, John the Baptist, Elizabeth, James, and Mary. Have you ever wondered what it would have been like to grow up in Jesus’ home? In His community? What were His siblings and family members like? What traditions did the family observe? Everyone has a story including the family of Jesus. Fall in love with Scripture like never before, and see yourself in the lives of those who lived in flesh with our King.

The Best Yes by Lysa TerKeurstWednesday nights at 6:00 p.m. beginning February 18th In this six week study, Lysa TerKeurst, will help you replace the “disease to please” with a better understanding of the command to love, escape the shame and guilt of disappointing others by learning the secret of the “small no”, and overcoming the agony of hard choices by embracing a wisdom-based decision-making process.

David Langerfeld announces that his and Martha’s address is 2206 Lawndale Drive, Tupelo, MS 38801.harrisburgonline.org

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