Sunday, March 4, 2018

Address 9055 Tamar Drive

Columbia, MD 21045

(410) 992-6977

Rev. Dr. Robert A. F. Turner Senior Pastor

Church-Wide Theme: Get Ready For Greater

Services: 8:00 a.m. – Traditional Service 9:10 a.m. – Sunday School 10:15 a.m. – Blended Service 12:00 Noon – Contemporary Service

www.stjohnbaptistchurch.org

Mark 5:18-20

Rev. Dr. Ostein B. Truitt Assistant Pastor

Rev. Sadie Woolford Associate Pastor, Pastoral Care

Rev. Rickey Harvey Youth Pastor

March Theme: Greater Stewardship

Praise the Lord and welcome to St John Baptist Church! On behalf of the entire St John family, allow me to take this opportuni-ty to thank our friends, guests & members for choosing to help us lift up the name of Jesus here today. We say to you who are unsaved, “Join Jesus!” To you who are seeking a church home, “Join us in mem-bership”, as we seek to make disciples for

OUR VISION

To be “A Christ -

Centered Church,

Making a Difference

for Jesus Christ in the

Church, Community,

Home & Workplace.

OUR MISSION To be a thriving spiritual center that reaches people for Christ

and builds believers to be Christ-like.

We respectfully ask that no food or drink be brought or eaten in the sanctuary.

SJBC Image Policy - By entering this Church, you hereby grant St John Baptist Church the right, but not

the obligation, to photograph, film and capture you and your likeness, on film and/or through any other

method currently available or that becomes available in the future. You further agree that these imag-

es may be used in the production, exhibition, distribution, promotion, publicity and advertising of similar

events and any other event sponsored by St John Baptist Church. Under no circumstances will your

likeness be used in connection with commercial endorsements of any kind.

◊ Highlights ◊

Special thanks to SJBC facilitators, members and friends of SJBC who participated

in the first of 4 Conversation Circles on Tues., Feb. 27. We had over 50 in attend-

ance. Attendees began an on-going dialogue on racism and patriotism. Join us

for subsequent circles scheduled for March 27, April 24, and May 22 at 7 p.m.

◊ SJBC Question of the week ◊

“Who are the leaders that inspire hope?”

#SJBCTalks (Don’t forget to tweet your responses, like & share with your friends!)

-ORDER OF SERVICE-

8:00 a.m. 03/4/2018

Continued Prayer Available Prayer Room With One of the Deacons

~~~Sunday School 9:10 a.m. ~~~

*Congregation Stands………………………….………….…**Ushers May Seat Worshippers

Call to Worship

Invocation (*)

Hymn of Praise (*)(**)

Responsive Reading (*)

Pastoral Announcements (**)

The Welcome (**)

Offertory/ Choir Selection - Gospel Choir

Prayer/Offering/Doxology (*)

RHF (**)/Communion (**)

Sermonic Selection (**) - Gospel Choir

Scripture(*)/Sermon…………….……………….…..…..….Rev. Robert Turner

Malachi 3:10-12 “The Way God Wants You To Give “

Invitational Hymn (*) - Gospel Choir & Congregation

Altar Prayer (*)

Closing Hymn (*)

Benediction (*)

“Giving God’s Way”

-ORDER OF SERVICE-

10:15 a.m. 03/4/2018

Continued Prayer Available Prayer Room With One of the Deacons

*People Stand………………………………..………….…**Ushers May Seat Worshippers

Community News

Call to Worship

Opening Prayer (*)

Song of Praise (**) - Gospel Choir

Welcome Guests (**)

Prayer/Receive Financial Gifts(**)/Song - Gospel Choir

Acknowledgement of New Members (**)/Celebrate the Lord’s Supper (**)

Children are dismissed for Little Children’s Church (ages 3-5) in the Nursery

& Big Children’s Church (ages 6-11) in the Chapel

Song of Preparation (**) - Gospel Choir

Read God’s Word(*)/Sermon………………...…..…..…...………Rev. Robert Turner

Malachi 3:10-12 “The Way God Wants You To Give “

Special Invitation & Song (*) - Gospel Choir & Congregation

Community Prayer (*)

Closing Song (*)

Closing Prayer (*)

“Giving God’s Way”

-ORDER OF SERVICE-

12:00 noon 03/4/2018

Continued Prayer Available Prayer Room With One of the Deacons

*People Stand………………………….……….………….…**Ushers May Seat Worshippers

Community News

Opening Words/Prayer (*)

Worship & Praise (**) - Praise Team

Welcome Guests (**)

Worship & Praise (**) - Praise Team

Prayer/Receive Financial Gifts(**)/Song - Praise Team

Acknowledgement of New Members (**)/Experience God thru the Lord’s Supper (**)

Children are dismissed for Little Children’s Church (ages 3-5) in the Nursery

& Big Children’s Church (ages 6-11) in the Chapel

Special Song (**) - Praise Team

Read God’s Word (*)/Message.…….……………………..…..…..Rev. Robert Turner

Malachi 3:10-12 “The Way God Wants You To Give “

Special Invitation & Song (*)

Community Prayer (*)

Closing Song(*)

“Giving God’s Way”

Church Evacuation Overview

In the event of an emergency you are requested to remain where you are in order to

receive instructions on how to proceed.

If we need to evacuate the building:

1. Please follow the instructions of staff positioned along the way and head to the

designated safe area.

2. Parents please do not attempt to go and get your children if they are in Children’s Church.

Once all children have been accounted for, you will be allowed to reunite with them.

3. Please do not attempt to go to your car or to drive off the parking lot.

4. Please remain in the designated safe area until instructions to return to the building are

given.

We are so happy to have you worship with us today.

As you take your seat, please take a minute and familiarize yourself

with where the exits are located.

In the event of an emergency you will receive appropriate

instructions from the pulpit.

PLEASE ENJOY THE SERVICE.

Please remember that all ministry bulletin requests are due by Mon. at 6 p.m. emailed to

bulletinsinfo@stjohnbaptistchurch.org.

Attention Ministry Leaders

If you would like to reserve a table after Sunday Worship services in the

Fellowship Hall to promote your ministry event, please utilize our online

Midas system.

The earlier you reserve, the better. We have a limited number of tables.

Easter Sunday overflow parking is at Long Reach High School.

More details to follow.

St John Baptist Church

What business are we in? To be a thriving spiritual center that reaches people for Christ and builds believers to be

Christ-like. Mt. 28: 19, 20; Jude 1:20, 21

Where are we going? To be a Christ-Centered Church, making a difference for Jesus Christ in the church,

community, home and workplace. Romans 12:2; Acts 1:8

How do we get there? These notions are summarized and encapsulated by three concise principles: discover,

grow and engage.

Discover Discover new ways to reach the unchurched.

Discover new ways to celebrate our history and remain relevant with the ministries we provide.

Grow

Provide opportunities for people to learn God’s Word, how to serve and develop their gifts and talents.

Engage Assist members in getting involved in a ministry or membership cluster.

Provide outreach ministries that have a local and global impact.

The application of these principles in the light of our mission will guide our work as a church.

Reading the Bible in One Year

We encourage members to make a commitment to reading God’s word. We guarantee the more you read it, the more you will love it! You can access the plan by following these footprints: Visit stjohnbaptistchurch.org and scroll all the way to the bottom→Through the Bible in One Year→ Bible in a Year

If you don’t have access to a computer, this week’s readings are Joshua 16 - Judges 14

Every Sunday, worshipers can bring burdens and con-cerns to the Lord in prayer. A Deacon will be available after each Sunday service to pray with you in the Prayer Room.

GETTING FINANCIALLY FIT IN 2018

FREE No-Obligation Financial Fitness Seminar

Mon., Mar. 26, 2018, 7p.m.

Presented by: Stewart Financial Services, Inc.

Topics include Long Term Care, Rent/Mortgage Protection, Tax Free Retirement

Annual Congregational Meeting

Sat., Mar. 10th, 10 a.m.

Come to be inspired and informed as we review our 2017 accomplishments, vote on our 2018 elected officials, and

approve any projected growth in tithes and offerings in the 2018 church budget.

SJBC 5K Run-Walk-Stroll

Sat., Apr. 28, 2018, 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Registration Fee: $15 Ages 5 – 17,

$30 Ages 18 - 54, $25 Ages 55 and above

On line registration begins Sun. Mar. 18 and ends Sun. Apr. 11

Walkers, Runners, Strollers: people in wheel chairs and canes

are encouraged and welcome to join us on a modified course!

If you don’t want to run walk or stroll, please consider volunteering on race day, sponsoring a

participant or making a donation. Proceeds will benefit SJBC G.E.M.S. (Girls Eagerly Maturing

Spiritually & SJBC B.A.S.E. (Boys Acquiring Spiritual Equipment)

For more details contact Bro. Bob Hilson (443) 691-5579 hilson11@aol.com or Sis. Amber Hodges

410-935-9259 and email is amberabrad@aim.com.

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SAVE THE DATE!!!

Sat., May 5th, 2018

Pastor Robert A.F. Turner’s

25th Anniversary Banquet

6:00 p.m. - BWI Airport Marriott

1743 Nursery Road, Linthicum Heights, MD 21090

Tickets are $75.00 per person

For more info contact: Sis. Lynda Jones-Burns (301) 653-6978, Sis. Laura Boone (301)461-6641,

or Sis. Michelle Enceneat at (718) 730-3750

To purchase tickets, please use the following link:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pastor-robert-af-turners-25th-anniversary-banquet-tickets-

38601898317

Day Date Time Event

Tues. 3/6 7:00 p.m. Adult Bible Study

Wed. 3/7 12:00 noon Adult Bible Study

Wed. 3/7 7:00 p.m. Power Hour Service

Rev, Leonard Clay

Inspirational Speaker

Sat. 3/10 9:00 a.m. Women’s Ministry

Bountiful Breakfast

Sat. 3/10 10:00 a.m. Annual Church Meeting

47th Church Anniversary!

Sun., Mar. 11 at all 3 services

Bring family and friends as we praise God and celebrate

our continuing legacy.

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The SJBC Sunday School Easter program, this

year, will be Palm Sunday, March 25th following

the 8am service in the sanctuary.

Please have children see their Sunday school

teachers as soon as possible for part assignments.

Rehearsals : Mar. 10, 12:30p.m. - 2:30pm, Mar. 17,

2p.m.- 3p.m., and Mar. 24, (dress rehearsal)

8a.m.-9:30am, all in the sanctuary.

For further details, contact your child’s Sunday

School teacher or Sis. Jackie Blackwell-White at

jackiebw415@live.com.

WHAT: Easter Sunday Choir

will serve at 8 a.m. & 1015 a .m.

On Easter Sun., April 1

WHEN: Easter Sunday Services

Apr., 1 - 8 a.m. & 10 :15 a.m.

Rehearsals: rehearsals 3/13, 3/20, 3/27 & 3/29 at7p.m.

WHO: open to all, current music ministry

participants and non-participants,

For more information, please contact: Eric Byrd

CONTACT INFO ebyrd@stjohnbaptistchurch.org

Fri., Mar. 30th

7 - 9 p.m.

Sanctuary

We invite you, your family, friends & neighbors to remember Jesus’ sacrifice that grants us

access to eternal life. We will embrace humility as we honor Christ through the messages of

Hope from 7 enthusiastic ministers of His Gospel.

1st word Rev. John West, St John Baptist Church, Columbia, MD

2nd word Rev. Dr. Carletta Allen, Asbury United Methodist Church, Annapolis, MD

3rd word Rev. Starlette Thomas, Village Baptist Church, Bowie, MD

4th word Rev. Ojeda Hall, New Pslalmist Baptist Church, Baltimore, MD

5th word Rev. Elizabeth Jones, St John Baptist Church, Columbia, MD

6th word Rev. Matthew Quainoo, Celebration Church, Columbia, MD

7th word Rev. Rickey Harvey, St John Baptist Church, Columbia, MD

GETTING FINANCIALLY FIT IN 2018

You are invited to a

FREE No-Obligation Financial Fitness Seminar

Monday, March 26, 2018 @ 7pm

Topics to be discussed: *Alternatives to Long-Term Care, *Steps to Building Your Financial

House, *Mortgage/Rent Protection, *Leaving a Legacy, *How to Prepare for a Tax-Free

Retirement, *The ‘New Kind’ of Life Insurance, Budgeting

Is Your Financial House in Order?

Missions

Rebuilding Together Howard County. Sat., Apr. 28, 2018

Get your tool belts out, St John! St. We are assembling a team and “adopting a house” for

Rebuilding Together Howard County’s National Rebuilding Day. They provide free home re-

pairs to low-income families in Howard County. No home repair expertise is required. If you

are handy with a hammer or would like to come out and help someone in need, please con-

tact Sis. Cynthia Bailey, baileyakct@aol.com.

SJBC WOMEN’S MINISTRY BOUNTIFUL BREAKFAST BUFFET

Sat., Mar. 10, 2018 from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m.

Tickets: $10.00 per person

Registration Deadline – Wed., Mar. 7, 2018

March is our OUTREACH Activity

We will be supporting the women at the Grass Roots Crisis Intervention Center.

Please check the bulletin for the items requested by the center and

bring them with you on Sat., Mar. 9th.

COLD WEATHER SHELTER

Mon., Mar. 19 – Sun., Mar. 25, 2018

We Need:

Sign up now by visiting:

http://www.signupgenius.com/

go/30e0f48a9a72ea1fd0-cold1

See the link on the SJBC computer kiosks!!!!

………………………………………………………………………………………. Missions Ministry Invites you to

Bridges to Housing Stability's Eighth Annual

"HOTTER THAN THOU” Chili Cook Off

Sun., Mar. 11, 2018, 12 Noon

Church of Resurrection

3175 Paulskirk Drive, Ellicott City, MD

See bulletin board and Sis. Mae Beale at 301 596-2432 for more details.

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The Health & Wholeness Ministry & the Columbia chapter of Delta Sigma Theta

Blood Drive Sat., Mar. 17, 2018 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. SJBC Fellowship Hall

Drive benefits children with Sickle Cell Disease

Please come out and support this event

For more info contact Sis. Lisa Cooper Lucas (443) 418-8296

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Adult Bible Study

Book of Job

Tues., Mar. 6, 7 p.m. & Wed., Mar. 7, 12 noon

The Book of Job shows us how suffering can help us get ready for greater!

Please register at http://discoversjbcevents.eventbrite.com.

For more information contact Rev. Ostein Truitt at otruitt@stjohnbaptistchurch.org.

SJBC Wellness and Weight Loss Clinic Every Sat. 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. (Starting Sat., Jan. 6, 2018)

Every Sun. 10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. (Starting Sun., Jan. 7, 2018)

COME JOIN THE THEATRE CLUSTER ON A BUS TRIP TO THE KENNEDY CENTER FOR

THE NEW MUSICAL PLAY, "AIN'T TOO PROUD - THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTA-

TIONS,

ON SAT., Jul. 14, 2018 AT 2 P.M.

COSTS (INCLUDING BUS) - $135.00.

ALL TICKETS MUST BE PAID FOR BY TUES., MAY 29, 2018.

"Don’t miss this electrifying new musical about the greatest R&B group of all time."

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YOUTH ANNOUNEMENTS

GIRL SCOUT SUNDAY – Mar. 18, 2018

All SJBC Girl Scouts of all levels are asked to wear their uniforms and invite your Troops to at-

tend services. As a service project, we are also collecting toiletries for the local homeless

shelter. All are encouraged to serve as greeters and participate during all 3 worship services.

If you would like to volunteer, please contact Pastor Rickey.

FEMININE PRODUCT DRIVE - Sat., Mar. 31, 2018

In partnership with Sugar Magazine, please join us in a Feminine Product Drive. St John is a

collection location for tampons & sanitary napkins for poverty stricken women across the

DMV. Donate today through Sun., Mar. 31, 2018 at the church office.

Join the Young Adult Cluster, this lively group of young professionals between 21 and 35 years

old, as we deepen our faith, engage in fellowship, and celebrate life to the fullest! The meet-

ings are on the 2nd and 4th Wed. of the month at 8:00 p.m.

For more information contact Kimmy Hilson (kdh892@gmail.com) and/or

Jonathan Alexander: 443-878-0525

Grief Share Ministry Support Group

Every Thurs. at 12 noon, beginning Feb., 2 , thru Apr., 26, 2018

Grief Share is a free seminar and support group for people who are grieving the death of

someone close to them. Join us for a journey from mourning to joy! The seminar is open to all anytime during the 13 weeks!

The course is free, however the required workbook can be purchased ($15) when you come to class.

For more information contact Rev. Ostein Truitt 410-992-6977 ext.1007

or otruitt@stjohnbaptistchurch.org.

Rev. Kenneth Rogers is on the prayer line. Join him for prayer!!! Call: (410)-995-6089

Homebound Rainsford Trivers ◊ Ed Tucker ◊ Ruth Craigen ◊ Eunice Frazier (VA) ◊ Gayla Elder-Leak ◊ Thelma Giles ◊ Delores Thomas

Brighton Gardens Assisted Living

Iris Moran Lighthouse Senior Living

Otis & Mary Wyche Harmony Hall

Vivian Bowling

Week of 03-04-2018: Rev. Orlando McGruder 443-996-8938

If you desire a visit, please contact the Minister assigned for the week.

*Bold indicates new entries for this week.

OUR SICK: Margaret Johnson - Ed Tucker - Patricia Bradshaw - Karen Williams - Mary Ross - Charles Sommerville - Ruth Haggins - Bertha Richardson - Credella Carroll - Genise Barnes - Crystal Miller - Johnnie Williams - Peter Otomewo - Ben Wilson - Rev. Rose Robinson - Yvonne Clay - Audrey Mullins - Joyce Estes - Sarah Bishop - Diane Dyson - Edwina Britt - Rev. Rogers Barnes - Ramsey Alexander - Alan Kennedy - Connie Cain -Dea. Clarence Hall - Iris Moran - Victoria Brown - Lillie Frazier - Melvin Shelton

PRAYER DUE TO ILLNESS: Kyle Carothers’ father Charles - Elizabeth Gaynor’s sister - Sandra Penn’s

husband and Taylor’s dad - Deleanor Boone’s brother - Lorna Evans brother - Dea. Alfreda McCoy-Gwynn’s aunts- Dea. Adrienne Fleming’s mother - Michael Shoal - Darrah Hall’s cousin - Leslie Turner’s mother - Shanta Robertson’s mother - George Butler’s daughter - Myra Moorhead’s niece - Joyce Estes cousin - Dr. Clarence Hall’s niece, Elona Berry - Vergie Pope’s husband, Roy - Mary Jones niece, Ayana Meeks - Larry Moore (church guitarist) - Gbessi Kemah & Tenneh John-son son, Beyan Kemah - Doris Brown’s brother, Walter Green - Jarvis Jackson’s family - Michelle Rhodes-Brown’s mother, daughter, and aunt - Angel Holmes’ friend - Lavenia Nesmith’s cousin -Jackie Dobbins’ husband - Cecily Christian’s sister-in-law - Kimberly Smith's brother

BEREAVEMENT: Leslie Smith Turner lost her cousin - Larry Aaron’s Family - Anthony Cunningham

lost his aunt

The Evergreens

Jacqueline Vandervall Carolina Rehabilitation

Beulah Patterson

to church?

Transportation to the 8:00 a.m., and 10:15 a.m. Sunday Services is available by calling (410) 992-6977 ext. 1021. Please leave a detailed message on the previous Fri., before 5:00 p.m. with your name, the transportation need, and a contact number for someone from the Transportation Ministry to call you back and confirm.

HOW TO REACH OUR STAFF 410-992-6977

Senior Pastor Executive Director of Ministry & Operations Assistant Pastor Rev. Dr. Robert A.F. Turner Rev. Kenneth Rogers Rev. Dr. Ostein Truitt

Ext. 1006 Ext. 1023 Ext. 1007

roturner@stjohnbaptistchurch.org krogers@stjohnbaptistchurch.org ostruitt@stjohnbaptistchurch.org

Office #121 Office #118 Office #119

Assoc. Pastor for Pastoral Care Youth Pastor

Rev. Sadie Woolford Rev. Rickey Harvey

410-730-1839 Ext. 1014

woolfordplace@aol.com rharvey@stjohnbaptistchurch.org

Office #111

Minister of Music Executive Assistant Receptionist/File Clerk Bro. Eric Byrd Sis. “V” Williams Sis. Jamira Livingston Ext. 1013 Ext. 1005 Ext. 1001 ebyrd@stjohnbaptistchurch.org sjbc_execadmin@stjohnbaptistchurch.org s jbc_churchadmin@stjohnbaptistchurch.org Office #136 Office #120

Operations Manager

Sis. Vera Miles

Ext. 1010

vmiles@stjohnbaptistchurch.org

Office #112

Building Manager

Rev. John West

Ext. 1015

sjbc_bldgmgr@stjohnbaptistchurch.org

Office #112

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What decision will you make today?

I am committing my life to Christ.

I am renewing my commitment to Christ.

I would like to be baptized.

I would like to be a member of SJBC.

Sermon CDs are available in the Fellowship Hall.