Pastor's Post 5/12/2022
Dear Shiloh Family
The past few days have been far from usual, and Wednesday was borderline exceptional. It culminated with a parking lot full of vehicles and a busy campus.
Along with all the other ministries, I can’t think of a better way to usher in a sunset than have it filled with the laughter and excitement of a successful end of the year AWANA celebration. I am so proud of our AWANA workers and how they pour the love of Jesus into the little ones.
Earlier in the day, David and I were visited by the Superintendent of a local school system. She and her secretary presented us with a couple of congratulatory certificates, one for being a Walker County B.E.A.T. Faith Partner, and the other bestowing Faith Partner-of-the-Year honors. The accolades were based heavily on our participation in the Angel Tree project during the Christmas season. Though David and I received the awards and posed for photos, the praise goes to Melissa for her tireless coordination and communication efforts, to the College and Career ministry for heading up the project, but most of all, to all the people who adopted one or more of the Angels and selflessly purchased those wonderful gifts.
Jesus loves the little children, and he notices when you love them as well. The community respects and appreciates a church family that reaches out to their families. I am forever grateful and totally amazed at your compassion and generosity. May God richly bless you all.
Psalm 127:3-4: 3 Lo, children are an heritage of the LORD: and the fruit of the womb is his reward.
Matthew 18:4-5: 4 Whosoever therefore shall humble himself as this little child, the same is greatest in the kingdom of heaven 5 And whoso shall receive one such little child in my name receiveth me. KJV
We have another opportunity to extend love and spend time with our kids. VBS is rapidly approaching, and we need workers. If you can teach, read, write, sing, dance, pour Kool Aid, decorate, laugh, clap your hands, love, receive love, or enjoy fellowship, you are a candidate to be a VBS volunteer. We need you, but more importantly, the kids need to see you and know you care. Volunteers - please sign up here.
The church is only a building, until it is filled with God’s people.
God bless you all,
Pastor Derrell
Refer to the ministry announcements for new times and locations in various ministries.
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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. They will continue to inform and adjust to new developments.
We will continue to stream the 11:00 service as usual. Once again, if you are sick, please stay home. We don’t want anyone to feel pressured into coming if he/she is not comfortable.
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@
BRIDAL SHOWER: There will be a bridal shower for Hailey Robertson on June 5 @ 6PM in the FLC.
YOUTH NEWS: The Youth are now collecting items for the annual yard sale. Please, contact David Brown, or Juan Bloodworth for details. It is scheduled for May 21.
KETTLE CORN FUNDRAISER: The youth will be selling kettle corn for $6/bag. To order, contact David Brown, the church office, or reach out to one of our youth.
ATTENTION GRADUATES: Corey Lingerfelt produces a wonderful video for our graduates each year. Please send pics (baby, sports, family, friends, etc) of your graduates to Melissa in the office, or Corey at coreylingerfelt@gmail.com by next Wednesday, May 18. Pictures should include one formal/Cap & Gown, and 3-4 other pictures.
AWANA NEWS: We will have an end of the year celebration for AWANA children. There will be pizza and inflatables for the kids. Drop off will still be at 6:30 PM, and pick-up at 8:00 PM. Parents are welcome to attend.
VBS NEWS: We are planning on having a FULL VBS this year. To accomplish this, Anita and Shae will need every available volunteer. Please sign up to help in this effective and exciting event. The dates will be Sunday, June 12th – Wednesday, June 15th.
MAN CHURCH: May 22, Food at 5:30 PM in the FLC and worship service at 6:30 PM. Live music and speaker, Dr. David Haynes.
2022 NEW MEMBERS: Dustin Afman; Rob, Lori, Bowden, and Garrett Gass, Jake and Kristen Brown
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.
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MINISTRY ANNOUNCEMENTS:
BRIDAL SHOWER FOR HAILEY ROBERTSON: June 5 @ 6PM in the FLC.
MINISTRY OPPORTUNITY: Due to health restrictions, Linda Fowlkes and Margaret Guinn are stepping down from the decorating ministry (Main Auditorium). Please pray and seek the Lord’s guidance about taking over this rewarding ministry. God’s house of worship and its appearance is important to everyone.
Shiloh is blessed with much talent. Linda and Margaret are happy to assist the new team in any capacity. They are also willing to address any questions or concerns.
They would also like to thank you all for the support and compliments everyone has given them over the past four years.
LADIES: 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!
VBS IN JUNE: Sunday, June 12 - Wednesday, June 15, volunteers sign up here
YOUTH YARD SALE: May 21
MEN’S MINISTRY: May: White River Fishing Retreat, Man Church on May 22 - Food at 5:30 in the FLC and worship at 6:30 in the main sanctuary. Dr. David Haynes will be speaking.
June: Gridiron Conference
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 “Real Men” Bible study. Everyone is welcome.
WEDNESDAY NIGHT:
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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.
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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.
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YOUTH: The High School/Middle School youth group will meet upstairs in the FLC.
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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.