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Dear Shiloh Family,

     Mom’s dinner table was never too small.  No matter how many deacons, singers, evangelists, or friends Dad invited over, there was a place for everyone.  And one only needs to unleash the bonds of imagination even begin to understand what Monica, Terry, and I dragged through the door.  There was always another chair, one more plate, an extra glass, plenty of sweet tea, and no one went away hungry. 

    Upon entering our house, one might have encountered a dining room filled with ties and suits, camo hats soaked with animal and outdoor scents (really allow your imagination to run wild with that one), sweaty athletic attire, or giggly girls bedazzled with all the frills.  And though the facial features varied, the expressions were much the same…happy, contented, and accepted.  Should yet another guest unexpectedly have entered, Mom’s voice would be heard over the banter, “Come on in, I have a place already set, just for you.”


Matthew 11:28: Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. KJV

     As I meander through the Shiloh campus on Wednesday and Sunday, I see both familiar and new faces serving at many different tables of ministry.  Young and old are feasting on the love and care being doled out by the body of Christ.  Our worship services are becoming packed with folks from all walks of life.  I see faces that beam with happiness, contentment, praise, and conviction.  I am overwhelmed to hear more and more of you say, “Welcome, come on in.  We have a place just for you.” 

     Brothers and sisters, don’t forget the reason we do what we do.  One day we will be invited to a great supper.  We will be asked to sit down at a table prepared by God Himself for His son’s bride.  There will be a chair just for you, and a place with your name on it.  Not one person in the bridal party will be turned away.  He has plenty of chairs.  Keep filling seats.  Close your eyes and listen.  You can almost hear Jesus saying, “Come on in, I have a place just for you!”  

Revelation 19:9-10: 9 Then he said to me, "Write: 'Blessed are those who are called to the marriage supper of the Lamb!'" And he said to me, "These are the true sayings of God."  NKJV

God wouldn’t ask us to fill the house if he didn’t have the accommodations.  

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:  Eaan Wilson, Presley Groce, Landry Donnahoe, Chase Armour, Jon and Jaydon Rigg, Deedee Crowley, Brandalynn Henry, Elijah Saylors, Jarrod Mercer,  Barry and Rachael Fisher, Kaden Oliver, Eli Stephens, Dustin Day, Mason Daugherty, Wendy and Daniel Vaughn, Eli Letson.

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.

ONLINE GIVING: You can use our online giving app for Benevolent Fund, Building Fund, or any other ministry.  Please use our Tith.ly app and designate the intended recipient.  If you haven’t already done so, you can download the app here for Apple or here for Android. You can also use our secure form or text the word "Give" to (844) 949-4039

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.
 
Pastor Appreciation Month: October is Pastor Appreciation Month. Please show our Pastors how much we love and appreciate them by showing them some extra love throughout the month.

OCTOBER 29: Trunk or Treat, Sunday Evening

OCTOBER 29:  Mike Griffn, our NAMB (Georgia Baptist) representative at the State Capitol will be with us.

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

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

 

MINISTRY ANNOUNCEMENTS

 NEW MINISTRY!!!

SHILOH HELPING HANDS:  Eddie and Polly White have begun a new ministry.  They are coordinating with church members to care for the needs of widows, shut-ins, elderly, etc….  If you have a skill (carpentry, lawn care, auto mechanic, painting, manual labor, etc.) and would be willing to volunteer to help those in need, please contact the office or Eddie and Polly.

OCTOBER 29TH:  Mike Griffin, our Georgia Baptist representative in the State Capitol will be preaching.  We will combine the two services into one 11:00 AM worship service.  

That evening, we will be having our annual TRUNK OR TREAT.

MINISTRY NEEDS:

  • Audio/Visual Team:  Anyone interested in working in with the A/V team contact David Jones or Ricky Trew.

  • Kitchen ministry:  Anyone interested in working with the kitchen ministry contact Kami Gentry or call Melissa in the main office.

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 or on the church website. 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.

WOMEN’S MINISTRY: Ladies bible study every Tuesday at 6:30 in the FLC. “Don’t Give The Enemy A Seat At Your Table”. Please see Angela Brown, Julie Carson or Rhonda Jones for more information.

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.   The new series is called Living By Faith. We will learn to understand, embrace, and deepen our faith in ways that resonate with our daily lives. 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.