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Dear Shiloh Family,

     Remember when you said, “I do”?  Some of you may not have made the vows, but you’ve probably heard them many times.  Anita and I linked our journey almost 39 years ago at Shiloh.  In fact, last weekend, we retraced some of the same steps we took on our honeymoon.  Feet that once glided, danced, and floated along the familiar sidewalks, were now more deliberate and careful.  Three kids and five grandbabies had slowed the pace a bit.  However, we still held hands, talked, and shared deeper love than when we made the first trek as newlyweds. 

     In retrospect, we had no clue what “I do” meant.  We could have never predicted the mountains that would be climbed, the hearts that would be broken, nor the laughter we would share.  My sweetheart and I are still learning to focus less on the events and more on the journey. 

     Often, we treat the church, and Jesus, the same way.  We say we do, but we don’t.  Many of us love the salvation beginning, sing about the heaven ending, but leave the relationship out of the middle.  I’m glad Jesus said I will, and HE DID.

Luke 22:41-42

41 And he was withdrawn from them about a stone's cast, and kneeled down, and prayed,42 Saying, Father, if thou be willing, remove this cup from me: nevertheless not my will, but thine, be done.  KJV

     The church at Corinth was struggling.  They had committed to Christ, but their journey didn’t include Him or His principles.  If the Lord permits, I will begin a series this Sunday in 1 Corinthians.  I encourage everyone to attend with an open mind and a heart centered on Jesus because the study will deal with many controversial, yet relative issues. However, the study should prove helpful and productive for our church and personal growth in Christ this year.  Please pray that God’s word will be presented clearly and purely.     

     We began a building program several years ago that was designed for the safety and ministry of our youth and children.  The last Sunday in February will be designated as “Chest of Joash Day”. All the proceeds will go toward the payoff of our existing loan on the “New Building”.  More information will be given as days progress.  Please pray for what the Lord would have you contribute to this event.      

Our walk with Jesus is often determined by the will of our minds.     

God bless you all,

Pastor Derrell
 

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…

2023 NEW MEMBERS

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.

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.

GENESIS SEMINAR:  February 12th.  Steve Levinson with Genesis Seminar Ministries.

RIGHT NOW MEDIA:  To access is to text the code SBCROSSVILLE to the number 49775 and they will receive a text back, welcoming them to RightNow Media and providing them with the invite link to register.

You can also use this link or the QR code below.

 

MINISTRY ANNOUNCEMENTS

 

USHERS MINISTRY:  We would love for all men, ages 16 and up to sign up for our usher ministry.  The more people who participate, the less each person will be asked to work each month.  There are signup sheets in the vestibule. If you have questions, contact Baylee Brown, Bill Newbille, or you can call Melissa in the church office.

 

CHOIR PRACTICE:  Every other Thursday night at 7:00 PM.

 

 

MEN’S MINISTRY: Men's Bible study every Monday @ 6:30 PM.  Come enjoy Physical and Spiritual food and fellowship in the FLC.

 

 

 

 

SUNDAY 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.

WEDNESDAY NIGHT: 

  • ADULT BIBLE STUDY:   Bro. David Jones will continue the Wednesday night Bible study and prayer meeting.  He is currently teaching a series on "Finding Selah." Please plan to attend each Wednesday at 7:00.

  • COLLEGE AND CAREER:  Jon Carson 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.