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Dear Shiloh Family,

Remember that elementary music class?  You know, the one where you had to take a score of sheet music home, learn it, and then sing it on Friday.  I do, and for some, it was horrible.  Well, it was that day.  The young man slugged to the front of the class, hair disheveled, shoulders low, eyes down, and mouth as dry as cotton.  He cleared his throat and began.

“Hummm” …There was a pause.  “Hummm” ...silence.  Then came a fairly good humming rendition of a couple of bars in the song.  Sheepishly, the lad panoramically scanned the room, raised his eyebrows to the teacher, and exclaimed, “I know da tun, but I fowgot da woyds.”  

I get it!  I’m in the same quandary.   Reflecting upon the love that was extended to Anita and me last week during our quarantine, the song in my heart is one of joy, family, gratitude, and blessing.  However, I just don’t have the proper words to adequately express the depth of love for my church family.  The words of my mouth are better understood in the meditation of my heart.

Philippians 1:7-8: 7 It is right for me to feel this way about all of you, since I have you in my heart; for whether I am in chains or defending and confirming the gospel, all of you share in God's grace with me. 8 God can testify how I long for all of you with the affection of Christ Jesus.  NIV

Psalm19:14: 14 Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in thy sight, O LORD, my strength, and my redeemer. KJV

I don’t often repeat material in the body of the newsletter, but I feel the importance to restate a few thoughts from last week. Many have been, and will continue to be, affected by this virus.  In fact, I believe we all will eventually get one variant or another.  However, we can choose to allow it to defeat us, or use it as an opportunity for ministry.  I encourage everyone to continue to support the ministries of Shiloh, both financially and in attendance.  We will press through!  If you are not sick, your presence is needed on Sunday.  If you know someone who has been quarantined, leave an unexpected blessing on the doorstep.  Use this as an invitation to lift someone’s spirit.  Turn mayhem into ministry. 

Psalm 28:7: 7 The LORD is my strength and my shield; my heart trusted in him, and I am helped: therefore, my heart greatly rejoiceth; and with my song will I praise him. KJV

Men, I’m exited to announce the spring fishing retreat to the White River.  We are partnering with Brother David Haynes and Lake Drive Baptist Church.  The event will be May 18-21, and the cost is $600.00.  If you are interested in going, please, get with David Wilson, or contact the church office.  

We are intently monitoring the potential winter storm that is moving from west to east.  We will probably not make a decision until early Sunday morning, so it is imperative that you monitor your churchcast emails and Shiloh app.  As of now, all services are still happening as scheduled.

The expression of love is often loudest when it is doled out from the silence of the heart.

God bless you all,
Pastor Derrell

Refer to the ministry announcements for new times and locations in various ministries. 

 

General Announcements:  If you have announcements for the newsletter or Sunday morning service, please get them to Melissa by 12:00 PM on Wednesday.  This will allow the AV team to process relative schedules, letters, videos, etc

Covid News: Your startup team, who kept us safe through the original crises, is monitoring the virus situation.  We are continuing to sanitize the main auditorium and outlying areas.   If you are concerned about social distancing, you might consider coming to the early (8:30 AM) service because the numbers are somewhat less.  However, there is still room in the second service as well.  I encourage you to continue attending, but please, be considerate of those who are more vulnerable or might have concerns. 

Please!  If you are sick, have experienced symptoms in recent days, or think you might have been exposed, stay home.  We can’t eliminate the virus, but we can help prevent an outbreak in our church.

ONLINE GIVING: We are pleased to announce our new text giving platform. Simply text the word "Give" to (844) 949-4039. You can also use our smartphone app. You can still give via mail as well.

The church address is:  Shiloh Baptist Church, 24 Kay St., Rossville, GA  30741. 

We will continue to stream the 11:00 service as usual.  If you are sick, please stay home.  The staff and I understand how uncomfortable mass gatherings can be for some of you during these unusual times.    We don’t want anyone to feel pressured into coming if you are not comfortable doing so.  

If you choose to meet at the church during the week, PLEASE!  Let Melissa know the time and location (room) for your ministries.  It is imperative that we coordinate all gatherings at the church. If you have questions about Shiloh ministries, contact us at secretary@shilohbaptistministry.com.

 2021 NEW MEMBERS:   Jack Mayo, Samuel Craig McDonald, Caroline Rouse, Emily Sullivan, Jesse Woodard, C. J. Gentry, Patrick, Lori, Ellie, Joey, Frannie, and Penny Bowers, Tyler Jacobs, Lilly Farmer, Ada Fletcher, Austin Starr, Bain Carson.

PROSPECTIVE MEMBERS:  If you would like to meet to discuss membership at Shiloh, I would love to meet with you between the two morning services from 10:00 – 10:30 AM.  Please schedule the appointment through the church office.

 

Ministry Announcements:

SPECIAL GUESTS: Sunday, January 23rd.  Kirk and Melanie Lewis, founders of Desperately Dependent Community, will be ministering in both services.  Their ministry is focused on discipling and mentoring leaders in the church.

SHOWERS:

  There will be a shower for Jensen Floyd, January 16, at 6:00 PM.

  • They are registered at Amazon

  • There will be a Diaper Raffle

There will be a shower for Hannahbelle Clemmons Morehead, March 6, at 6:00 PM. They are registered at Target.

SECRET SISTERS: There will be a Secret Sisters Reveal Party at the Mean Mug Coffeehouse in Fort Oglethorpe on January 16th, at 1:00 PM.  If you are rejoining for 2022 or a potentially new member, please, pick up a form at Grand Central, fill it out and bring it to the party.  Existing members who are unable to attend the party should give their gifts and forms to Jamie Starr or Christie Bradley.

New Sunday School Class:  David and Tya Mercer have begun a new young adult Sunday School class.   This was formerly the 2430 class and will include married couples and single attendees.

Sunday Morning Worship:  8:30 and 11:00 AM in the main auditorium.

Sunday School:  9:45-10:45

CHILDREN’S CHURCH:  Tya Mercer will be conducting children’s church (Pre-K & Kindergarten) during the 2nd service.

JR. CHURCH:  (1st-5th grade) will meet upstairs in the FLC during the 2nd service.

Nursery:  Nursery will now be provided in both services.  However, we are still in need of adult workers in both services.  If you would volunteer to work in either service, please contact Lea or call Melissa at the church office. 

Men's Bible Study:  The men are meeting every Monday night in the FLC at 6:30 for the “Pursuit” Bible study.  Everyone is welcome.

WEDNESDAY NIGHT: 

  • ADULT BIBLE STUDY:   Bro. David Jones and Pastor Paul will continue the Wednesday night Bible study and prayer meeting.  They are currently teaching a series on "Knowing God." Please plan to attend each Wednesday at 7:00.

  • COLLEGE AND CAREER:  Jon Carson and Garry Trulove will be leading a Bible study each Wednesday night.  The group will be meeting downstairs in the main building.  

  • YOUTH:  The High School/Middle School youth group will meet upstairs in the FLC.

  •  AWANA:  3 Yr Old through 5th Grade - Wednesday, 6:30-8:00 PM


SUNDAY SCHOOL:  Several of our SS classes and small groups are meeting at various non-traditional times throughout the week. Morning Sunday School will be between services and will begin at 9:45. Some of the locations have temporarily changed.  Teachers, please contact members and prospective members and inform them of the times and location of their class.