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Dear Shiloh Family,

 

Rain was coming in sheets and falling like pouring it from a well bucket, but it didn’t dampen our spirits.  We invaded the Dalton Red Lobster with great expectations, high hopes, and fervent anticipation.  The entourage burst in with car seats, canes, cupcakes, and chatter.  The glaring gaze of the attendant, and scurrying waitresses portrayed an understanding that the calm evening had come to an abrupt halt.  And upon seeing the two large black party balloons, they ushered us to the back corner of the restaurant.  It was wonderful!  

 

The children had been schooled on proper procedures and explanations of colors.  Placing two oversized plastic tablecloths on the floor was more like attempting to spread peanut butter with a mop, but the grandbabies were enormously helpful in the endeavor.  Finally, the stage was set, and the countdown began.  “One, two, three,” followed by the loud POP! POP! and the shower of blue confetti.  

 

The adults applauded and surrendered the usual “ooh, ahh…”

The young’uns were shouting, “Blue, Blue, Blue…it’s a boy, it’s a boy.”

Brady was tossing the tiny circlets over his head into the air. Josie was tromping in them like mudpuddles, Dita and the girls were futilely trying to corral children and confetti, Caroline, startled by the commotion, had her head buried in my shoulder, and I was laughing hysterically and loving every minute…WHAT A BLAST!

 

Psalm 127:3-5

3 Behold, children are a heritage from the Lord,

The fruit of the womb is a reward. 4 Like arrows in the hand of a warrior, So are the children of one's youth. 5 Happy is the man who has his quiver full of them; They shall not be ashamed,

But shall speak with their enemies in the gate. NKJV

 

News of even the anticipation of new birth is one of the most exciting events on earth.  I already know spiritual birth is coming in Shiloh.  I sense it in the air, I hear it in your voices, and I feel the movement of the Holy Spirit in and around our ministries.  I can hardly wait to hear, “It’s a boy, it’s a girl, it’s my mom, my dad, my cousin or neighbor.” Let’s all get involved in telling people about Jesus and His love.  If we birth them during the week, we can celebrate on Sunday, or we can invite them on Sunday, and anticipate what the Lord will do.

 

Proverbs 11:30

30 The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life,

And he who wins souls is wise. NKJV

 

Don’t forget your 6 for 6 prayer cards.  Please list 6 people/families and agree to fast and pray for them for the next 6 weeks.  Along with your prayers, extend an invitation to join us on Easter Sunday morning.  Your Pastors and Praise Team will do our best to present the Gospel of Jesus to them.  I’m looking forward to great things on this day and future days as well.

  

W.O.W. (Women of Worship) would like to introduce a new women’s ministry opportunity.  Its purpose is to connect through a small, intimate, dinner setting.  There is room for all ladies to eventually be involved as we pray over and move through our congregation each quarter.  Please, help us pray!  Jamie Starr will be giving more details in both services this Sunday during announcements.  

 

SPRING UP! DON’T FORGET TO MOVE YOUR CLOCKS FORWARD SATURDAY NIGHT.

 

 Jesus loves the little children, physical and spiritual.  

 

God bless you all,

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.

YEARLY TAX STATEMENTS:  Your annual charitable contribution statements are ready and are located in the main auditorium vestibule.  PLEASE, PICK THEM UP THIS WEEK!

ANNIE ARMSTRONG EASTER OFFERING: Designated to go directly to our GBMB missionaries.  Between now and March 13th, we will be receiving donations for the Annie Armstrong gift from our church.  Please, pray what God would want you to give.  You can designate your love gift through the offering plate, or through online giving.
 

 

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.

YOUTH NEWS:  The Youth are now collecting items for the annual yard sale.  Please, contact David Brown, or Juan Bloodworth for details. It is set for April 30.

2022 NEW MEMBERS:  Dustin Afman

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:

 

YOUTH YARD SALE: April 30.

 

MEN’S MINISTRY:  May: White River Fishing Retreat, June: Gridiron Conference.

 

 

NEW BIBLE STUDY:  Jamie and Anthony Starr will be conducting the couples’ DLife Bible study.  It will be held in the FLC each Tuesday @ 6:45 PM.  Please sign up with Anthony, Jamie, or contact Melissa in the office.

 

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 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. 

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.