Volume 14, Issue 10 October 2017

Union Chapel Missionary Baptist Church 315 Winchester Road Huntsville, AL 35811

The Herald is a monthly publication of Union Chapel Missionary Baptist Church. Members are encouraged to submit all newsworthy articles by

the 20th of the month to newsletter@unionchapel-hsv.org. All articles are subject to editing for clarity and grammatical correctness.

“Encouraging the Elders, While Preparing the Young”

“I have written to you who are God’s children because you know the Father. I have written to you who are mature in the faith because

you know Christ, who existed from the beginning. I have written to you who are young in the faith because you are strong. God’s word

lives in your hearts, and you have won your battle with the evil one.”

~I John 2:14 ~

From the Pastor’s Pen…

“Things Eternal” This world is not our home. We are just passing through. To live our lives with the understanding that we did not come to stay helps us to put everything into proper perspective. Many trust in material things, things that will soon pass away. An enor-mous amount of energy is put into

obtaining status, amassing wealth, receiving recognition, and have “things.” Oftentimes, this “pursuit of things” keeps us preoccupied and we lose focus on what is really valuable in life. done in our youth. It is in our youth that we develop a mind-set toward God. The Holy Spirit teaches us that this world is not our home; that only what we do for the Lord will last. Paul put it this way: “For we know that, if our earthly house of this taber-nacle were dissolved, we have a building of God, a house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens” II Corinthians 5:1. Matthew 6:19-21 admonishes us to lay up our treasures in

heaven rather than on earth. The songwriter puts it this way: “Build your hopes on things eternal, hold to God’s unchanging hand.” Let me remind you today to focus on the things of God, not man-made, earthly treasures. As the years pass and we grow older and wiser, more atten-tion is naturally given to God and His word. But, seeking God’s presence and His will for us must not be put off until we are old and have nowhere else to turn. I contend that God should be a priority in our lives “in the days of our youth.” It is in our youth that we develop a mind-set to serve and to please God. I encourage you brothers and sisters, build your hopes on things eternal, not on temporal things. Yes, we are only passing through this world. No, this world is not our home. So, we live in total faith and trust in God, knowing that one day, we will live in our heavenly home! We have a building of God, eternal in the heavens! Praise the Lord!

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With Love and Grateful Appreciation Thank you for the faith you inspire by the way

you live your life and the service you

give to others in God’s ministry.

“And they that be wise shall shine as the brightness of the firmament;

and they that turn many to righteousness as the stars for ever and ever.”

~Daniel 12:3

Pastor’s Appreciation Month

“Let the elders that rule well be counted worthy of double honour, especially they who labour in the word and doctrine.”

~I Timothy 5:17~

Let’s Study Together

SUNDAY SCHOOL

Join us every Sunday at 7:00 a.m. & 9:30 a.m.

“Called into Covenant with God”

10.01 God’s Covenant with Abram

(Genesis 15:1-6, 17-21)

10.08 God’s Covenant with Israel

(Exodus 19:16-25)

10.15 Obeying God’s Law

(Exodus 20:18-26)

10.22 God’s Covenant with David

(II Samuel 7:1-6, 8-10, 12-16)

10.29 God’s Covenant with the Returned Exiles

(Nehemiah 9:32-38; 10:28-29)

BIBLE STUDY

Join us every Wednesday

12 Noon

Mid-Day Bible Study

Boone-Lacy Fellowship Hall

7:00 p.m.

Adult Bible Study

Boone-Lacy Fellowship Hall

Youth Bible Study

Basement

Collegiate Bible Study

Conference Room

(Former Library)

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It’s About Faith...

Faith isn’t the ability to believe long and far into the misty future. It’s simply taking God at His Word and taking the next step. ~Joni Erickson Tada

“Now faith is the substance of things hoped

for, the evidence of things not seen.”

~Hebrews 11:1 KJV~

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Uncontrolled Weakness, Judges 14. The book of

Judges tells of Samson, a man so strong he could kill a

lion with his bare hands (14:5-6). He

possessed physical strength unequaled by

any human being. But this could not

compensate for his inner weakness.

All of us have areas of weakness. God

wants these character flaws to teach us

how totally dependent we are upon Him.

When we handle them properly, they

drive us into a deeper, more intimate

relationship with the Lord. But uncon-

trolled weakness wreaks havoc in a per-

son’s life.

Samson’s Achilles’ heel was uncontrolled lust. Alt-

hough he was raised in a godly home and had a clear

calling in his life, he gave in to his desires and deliber-

ately violated the truth he knew so well. Despite Nazi-

rite laws forbidding involvement with foreigners, Sam-

son pursued a Philistine woman (v. 2). Later, he met

the enticing Delilah, and even though her motives

were blatantly treacherous, he gave himself over --

heart, mind, and spirit -- to sexual indul-

gence. He was in such bondage to the sin

that he ultimately allowed it to dictate his

actions, even at the cost of his life.

Before he died, Samson lost everything:

his strength, eyesight, and honor. The

man who once led his country mightily

became a slave to his enemies (16:18-25).

What are your weaknesses? Personality

flaws can be a powerful motivation for

good or ill, depending on your response.

A proclivity for sin can ruin your life - - as it did Sam-

son’s - - or drive you to utter dependence on God. The

outcome is up to you.

~Dr. Charles Stanley

Wisdom to Live By

Wellness News

Change your brain (for the better!) with exercise. As a

rule, the things that benefit your body below your

shoulders also benefit your brain (eating nutritious

whole foods and getting good quality sleep, for exam-

ple). If you need another reason to start or amp up an

exercise program, research shows that along with keep-

ing your heart, muscles, and bones in good shape, phys-

ical activity seems to be one of the best ways to keep

your memory and thinking skills sharp as you age. As

for the “how,” research has shown that exercise can

increase the size of the hippocampus, an area of the

brain that governs memory. A new study suggests that

physical activity may affect the elasticity of the hippo-

campus, too, which also helps with memory. Time to

get the fitness party started! Pick an activity you enjoy

that gets your heart pumping and fits into your sched-

ule and budget. Walking, biking, swimming, dancing, or

playing tennis are all fantastic choices. Plan to spend

about 150 minutes a week, and if that’s intimidating,

start small and build up to it. You’ll help to keep your

body strong and healthy - - and your brain sharp.

~Cleveland Clinic Wellness

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Sixth Annual Educational Gala

The Union Chapel Christian Academy Foundation, Inc.’s Sixth Annual Educational Gala was

held Thursday, September 21, 2017, in the Boone-Lacy Fellowship Hall of Union Chapel

Missionary Baptist Church. This year’s honorees were Dr. O. Wendell Davis, Lifetime

Achievement Award; Huntsville Alumni Chapter, Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. Civic/Community STEAM

Award; Mrs. Dawn Stanley, Inspiring Young Minds to Succeed Award; and Torch Technologies, Corporate

STEAM Award. The Gala supports the Academy’s scholarship program and other initiatives.

Girl Scouts Bridging Ceremony

The Girl Scouts Bridging Ceremony was held Saturday, September 23, 2017.

Bridging is an important transition in a Girl Scout's life. It's a defining moment when a girl becomes aware of her achievements and is ready for new adventures and responsi-bilities.

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St. Jude Walk/Run to End Childhood Cancer

Unity Worship Service

Every 4th and 5th Sunday

8:00 a.m.

(ONE SERVICE ONLY)

Sunday School

7:00 a.m. and

immediately following

service

-Casual Attire-

Save the Date...

10:00 - 12 noon

Ladies please plan to attend the

Sister to Sister Fellowship

Saturday, October 21, 2017

10:00 a.m. - 12 noon

Theme: “Women of Genesis…God’s Crown Creation”

Genesis 1:3-31

10:00 - 12 noon

The St. Jude Walk/Run to End Childhood

Cancer was held Saturday, September 23 at

Mt. Zion Baptist Church.

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In observance of Breast Cancer Awareness month, Union Chapel Pink Sunday will be observed on Sunday October 8, 2017.

Women are asked to wear pink and men are asked to wear pink or blue ties. Balloons will be released after the 10:45 a.m. worship service. For additional information, contact the Wellness Ministry.

Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Pastor’s Honors Awards

Harold Weatherly

Community Service Award

Marion Pride

Generation X Service Award

Carolyn Battle

Senior Adult Service Award

Tandra Ford

Millennial Service Award

Solomon Pitts

Youth Service Award

“Render therefore to all their dues: tribute to whom tribute is due; custom to whom custom; fear to whom fear; honour to whom honour.” -Romans 13:7. The following are recipients of the September Pastor’s Honors Awards:

Not pictured: Eddie Senter, Church Vocation Award.

Pastor’s Honors Award nominations may be submitted to serviceaward@unionchapel-hsv.org.

Betty Gordon

Health/Wellness Service Award

Monthly Ministry Meetings Ministry Time When

SUNDAY

CHURCH ADDRESS

315 Winchester Road

Huntsville, AL 35811

256.852.1150

256.851.6949 FAX

OFFICE HOURS:

10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

WEBSITE:

www.unionchapel-hsv.org

EMAIL:

unionchapel@unionchapel-hsv.org

O. Wendell Davis, D.Min.,

Pastor

Saturday Morning Worship

Orange Drive Campus

10:00 a.m.

Sunday Worship Services

7:45 & 10: 45 a.m.

Sunday School

7:00 a.m.

9:30 -10:30 a.m.

Bible Study

Wednesday

12:00 Noon

7:00 p.m.

RADIO MINISTRY

WEUP AM 1700 RADIO

Sermon 1:30 p.m. Sunday

TELEVISION MINISTRY

Each Sunday

WAWB TV

7:00 - 8:00 a.m.

Comcast Cable 3 TV

8:00 - 9:00 p.m.

Mediacom Cable

Channel 11 (WAMY)

7:00 - 8:00 a. m.

(Check your local cable services for more

broadcast times)

The above ministry meeting schedule does not supersede your internal ministry calendar that has been previously posted.

Intercessory Prayer Line 7:00 AM 8:00 AM Every

New Members Orientation 9:30 AM Every

Prayer Line Ministry 8:00 PM 9:00 PM Every

MONDAY

Intercessory Prayer 6:00 PM 7:30 PM Every

Stitching & Quilting Ministry 6:00 PM Every

Cancer Support Group 6:30 PM 1st

Progressive Matrons 6:45 PM 1st

Revised Version Choir 6:00 PM 1st/2nd/4th

Trustee Ministry 6:30 PM 1st

Missionary Ministry 6:00 PM 2nd

Ushers Ministry #1 7:00 PM 2nd

Youth Ushers Ministry 6:00 PM 2nd

Deacons Ministry 6:30 PM 3rd

Deaconess Ministry 6:30 PM 3rd

Mothers Ministry 10:00 AM 12 Noon 3rd

Grief Ministry 6:00 PM 4th

Kidney Support Ministry 6:00 PM 4th

Men’s Ministry 6:00 PM 4th

Senior Adult Ministry 1:00 PM 1st

Cub Scouts 6:30 PM 1st

Matrons 6:30 PM 1st & 3rd

Church Choir 7:00 PM 1st & 4th

Gospel Choir 7:00 PM 2nd

Laymen/Brotherhood 7:00 PM 2nd

Community Care Ministry 6:00 PM 2nd

Recreation Ministry 6:30 PM 2nd

Women’s Choir 6:00 PM 3rd

Ministers’ Wives 6:30 PM 3rd

Male Chorus 7:00 PM 3rd

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

Intercessory Prayer 11:00 AM 12 Noon Every

The Passage Ministry 5:45 PM Every

Sign Language Ministry 5:45 PM Every

Sunday School Teachers 6:00 PM Every

Education Assistance Ministry 5:30 PM 3rd

THURSDAY

Church Choir 7:00 PM 1st & 4th

Gospel Choir 7:00 PM 2nd

Tour & Hospitality Ministry 6:00 PM

Women’s Choir 6:00 PM 2nd & 3rd

Male Chorus 7:00 PM 3rd

Executive Ministry 6:00 PM 3rd

Young Women’s Ministry 5:45 PM 3rd

Usher Ministry #2 7:00 PM 4th

SATURDAY

Wellness Ministry 9:00 AM 2nd

Boy Scouts 9:00 AM 11:00 AM 1st & 3rd

Street Ministry 10:00 AM 12 Noon 3rd

Community Care Ministry Outreach 11:00 AM 4th

Progressive Matrons 10:00 AM 4th

Girl Scouts 10:00 AM 11:30 AM 2nd & 4th