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Dear Shiloh Family,

    It wasn’t unusual for Don to invite us over to look at the newest project, painting, or acquisition.  He was the coolest guy ever and was always trading, building, or painting something.  Rummaging through his garage was better than the Dixie Dime Store.  So, we piled in Dad’s old 64 Chevy pick-up and made the 30-minute trek from Lafayette to Chickamauga.  

    Before we made the final turn into his driveway, my eyes fell on the most beautiful thing I’d ever seen.  There, perched solidly on its kickstand, glistening in the evening sun was a Tiger minibike. It had black on black, double seat, chrome handlebars, fenders, and wheels, balloon tires, and was powered by an 8hp Brigs and Stratton engine…my dream mobile.  

     I leapt from the truck, but approached the machine as if the slightest breath would tilt it from its perfect position.  Our friend sauntered from the garage and nonchalantly offered, “I traded around for that thing last week.  I’m too big to ride it and need someone to test drive it for me.  Do you think you could ride it around the house a couple of times?” 

     I just nodded, but my mind was screaming, “Are you kidding! That bike was built for me. Of course, I can test it for you.”  

     He pulled the start rope, and it fired the first time. I made a round or two and he motioned me around for the victory lap.  I slid it to a stop, turned it off and all I could muster was, “Nice.”

     Dad had been unusually quite during the entire melee, but his smile was deafening.  He crossed his arms and calmly asked, “How do ya like it?”

     “Dad, that is awesome.”  I replied.

     Then it happened; through cracked voice my Awesome Dad said the two words I never thought I’d hear in my wildest dreams, “It’s yours.” 

     The words were like honey flowing straight off the comb onto one of Mom’s hot buttered cat-head biscuits.  They were words that couldn’t be matched with letters from an audible or written alphabet.  Frankly, words would have been an insult.  As tears poured like rain, I ran into my father’s arms and shared his love as we wept together.  As a matter of fact, I think everyone within two blocks was bawling.  What a great day!  What a great Dad!  

      I remember another day I received something I didn’t deserve.  I was a hypocritical prodigal.  I was destitute, vile, degenerate, and alone…a sinner wallowing in the depts of filth and despair. I was going nowhere, but I was on the road to destruction.  Then one day I turned the corner and made the climb up Shiloh hill.  

     It had been there all along, but I saw it for the first time.  There, glistening in the “Son” light, was the vehicle of Grace.  It carried me to the feet of the Savior.  Then, like manna falling from heaven, I heard the two words I didn’t deserve and wasn’t sure I’d ever hear…

” I forgive.”  What a great day! What a great God!  What a wonderful Savior!

Colossians 2:13-15: 13 And you, being dead in your trespasses and the uncircumcision of your flesh, He has made alive together with Him, having forgiven you all trespasses, 14 having wiped out the handwriting of requirements that was against us, which was contrary to us. And He has taken it out of the way, having nailed it to the cross. 15 Having disarmed principalities and powers, He made a public spectacle of them, triumphing over them in it. NKJV

     As we enter the Thanksgiving and Christmas season, though things on the national front seem bleak, and the world view is twisted and skewed, we can still give thanks because our Heavenly Father knows exactly what we need, when we need it, and has the means to supply it.  

     

1 John 2:12: 12 I write to you, little children, Because your sins are forgiven you for His name's sake. NKJV

     Also, the Angel tree kids are now available.  This year, you have the option of filling an entire list for one Angel or you may choose to scan the provided QR code and buy individual toys.  If you use the QR code, the toys will be shipped directly to the school.  

Obviously, I would love to see every child receive every item on his or her list.  I can’t wait to see the gifts lining our hallway, ready to be delivered.  

Thankfulness is often expressed best without the cloudiness of words.  

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…


THANKSGIVING/CHRISTMAS DINNER:  DECEMBER 3RD

 

FAMILY WEEK:  Next week, Nov. 20th -25th is Family Week.  Most of our ministries are taking the week off and spending time with their families.  Happy Thanksgiving.  


ANGEL TREE KIDS ARE AVAILABLE.  PLEASE SUPPORT ONE OF OUR ANGELS.  YOU CAN FILL AN ANGEL’S ENTIRE LIST OR YOU CAN SCAN A QR CODE AND BUY INDIVIDUAL TOYS.  

 

 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 Heather Fisher, Caden Oliver, Eli Stephens, Dustin Day, Mason Daugherty, Wendy and Daniel Vaughn, Eli Letson, Kaden Ellis

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.

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

 

DUE TO FAMILY WEEK AT SHILOH, THERE WILL BE NO MEN’S BIBLE STUDY MONDAY NIGHT, DECEMBER 20TH. 

 

ALL WEDNESDAY NIGHT MINISTRIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO TAKE THE NIGHT OFF AND SPEND IT WITH FAMILY.

 THANKSGIVING/CHRISTMAS DINNER: DECEMBER 3RD

 

 ATTENTION ALL YOUTH WORKERS:  Tuesday, November 14th, Zach Wyatt will be presenting a Youth Leader Collective at the associational office.  There will be two opportunities to attend the seminar.  One at 11:30-1:00-Lunch provided.

One at 6:30-8:00 pm-Dinner provided.  

The previous training events have been very beneficial.  I’m sure this will be as well.  Please, plan to attend and let Melissa know if you are.

 

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.

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.

AWANA:  Our AWANA team needs Men to serve in the children’s ministry on Wednesday nights.  If you are willing to teach or simply listen to Bible verses, please, contact Melissa in the 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: The Secret Sisters will have their "Reveal and Renew Year's Party" in January. Now is the time to strat inviting other sisters to join for 2024 to be loved on and encouraged as well.

 

We will have sheets available at the secret sister's table if anyone is interested.

 

On behalf of Christie Bradley, Lea Gordon and Rhonda Jones we pray you have each had a wonderful year so far, and have a blessed Thanksgiving and Christmas. It has been a joy and honor to see you ladies spread the love of Jesus with one another.

 

 

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

 

Men’s breakfast will NOT be meeting in November or December, but we will resume the third Saturday of January.

 

 

 

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) during the 2nd service.

JR. CHURCH:  (K-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.