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Dear Shiloh Family,

 Could you imagine what it would be like if there was no new year?  I mean, what if our lives were just numbered by days?  

“How old are you?”

“I’m 21,900 days old.”

 Life would be repetitious and monotonous with no avenue for escape or breath of reprieve, no new beginnings, no resolutions, no time of reflection, or possibility for change.  

 On the contrary, our annual calendar creates an opportunity for recon.  Although we cannot change the past, we can regroup for the future.  Many will assess successes and failures and formulate plans to amend. Families may pause to mourn for loved ones who didn’t make it through the previous year.  Along with the tears, there will be laughter and nostalgia over memories made.  Inevitably, all will be grateful for one more day in the next 364. 

Psalm 118:24: 24 This is the day which the LORD hath made; we will rejoice and be glad in it.  KJV

Psalm 59:16: 16 But I will sing of thy power; yea, I will sing aloud of thy mercy in the morning: for thou hast been my defense and refuge in the day of my trouble.  KJV

My spirit rocks and reels with a plethora of emotions.  There are shadows of loneliness that are difficult to escape.  However, I have never been more excited about the potential of a new year.  The Lord has used many events of 2021 to lighten the way and prepare a path of enormous ministry in 2022.  My heart races with anticipation of what God is going to do in and through all of you at Shiloh.

 Lamentations 3:22-23:22 Through the Lord's mercies we are not consumed, Because His compassions fail not. 23 They are new every morning; Great is Your faithfulness.  NKJV

Many of you purchased Poinsettias in memory of a loved one.  The names are listed in the general announcements.  

The journey of the new year is often set on course by the decisions made on the last day of the old.   

God bless you all and Happy New Year,

 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.   

POINSETTIA MEMORIALS:

  • Glenda Williams

  • Johnny Walker

  • Juanita Stanz Bloodworth

  • Jimmy Powell

  • Dianne Brown

  • Dwight Sparks

  • Zachary Bryant

  • Margaret & James Buff

  • Butch Teems

  • Jimmy Campbell

  • Birdie Smith

  • Joyce Inman

  • Bobby Sullivan

  • Pat Napier

Pastor Paul and Meemaw donated in memory of all who have passed in the last 45 years of their ministry. 

SECRET SISTERS: Due to several folks being out on January 2, the Secret Sisters reveal party will be rescheduled for a later date. We will keep you posted when the date is set.

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:

 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 Hannah Clemons Morehead, March 6, at 6:00 PM. They are registered at Target.

SECRET SISTERS: Due to several folks being out on January 2, the Secret Sisters reveal party will be rescheduled for a later date. We will keep you posted when the date is set.

 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:  Jr. Church (1st-5th) 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.