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Dear Shiloh Family,

     Has your life ever been completely turned upside down?  Recently, my sister and I were on our way to take Mom and Dad to Nashville.  It was early morning, and we were following a truck carrying a large site dumpster.  I’m not sure how far, or from where it had come, but it was at least 20’ long and had probably been on site quite some time because it was full.  We were in mid conversation when Monica abruptly exclaimed, “Oh! Oh! Oh my!”

     “What?” I inquired.

     “Look, on top of that garbage truck!”

     Sure enough, on top of the dumpster, bouncing from one trash heap to another was a big furball with legs.  The little guy would disappear into the rubbish and suddenly pop into the air, mouth open, legs flailing, and air-swimming it’s way back down.  It resembled a furry circus clown (or maybe what I would look like) on a trampoline.  It was difficult to tell if it was self-propelled or aided by bumps in the road, but each rough spot seemed to send the masked bandit a little higher in the air. 

     Almost in unison, Sis and I yelled, “Whoa, Whoa, yes, wahew.”  And then…”NO! NO!  Oh no!” 

     At the peak of the final catapult, the 60mph wind kited the ring-tailed acrobat towards the back of the rolling stage.  With one last futile effort, the critter made a near-save grab at the tailgate and off it tumbled onto the pavement.  It bounced, skidded, tumbled, rolled for several yards, popped up on its feet, wabbled for a few steps, and scampered off.

     We looked at one another for a moment and then burst into laughter.  The topic of conversation turned to how this dude would clear the cobwebs from his head to discover a new lease on life.  However, the soiree through the garbage changed his life forever.  He was far away from home with no friends or family.  But what a story he could tell. 

     I’m convinced many humans can relate to our racoon rider.  The garbage of the world is filled with goodies, harbors interesting trinkets, and offers a fun ride for a season.  However, the pavement is hard and starting over is not fun. 

Psalm 84:10

10 For a day in Your courts is better than a thousand. I would rather be a doorkeeper in the house of my God Than dwell in the tents of wickedness.  NKJV     

The glitter and gold of the world is often the garbage and grime of Satan.      

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.  There will be no 8:30 service.  We invite everyone to join us in the Main Auditorium during the Sunday School hour when Steve will teach using illusions and Biblical materal.  He will present the Genesis evidence in the 11:00 service. At 6:00 PM, He will present an awesome fossil collection and teach the relevance of the flood to Christian belief.

CHEST OF JOASH, February 26th : 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

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.