April 9, 2017

4761 Luella Ave North Charleston, SC 29405

843-746-5566 Rev. Isaac J. Holt, Jr., Senior Pastor

WELCOME TO ROYAL MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH

I was glad when they said unto me, Let us go into the house of the Lord. Psalm 122:1 (KJV)

We are glad that you chose to join us this morning to worship our

Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. We hope that you will enjoy the service and be encouraged by your worship experience. May God

bless you for worshipping with us!

ORDER OF WORSHIP

April 9, 2017

* 8:00AM ** 11:15AM

Call to Worship

Scripture

Altar Prayer

Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . *Young Adult Choir - **Sanctuary Choir

Recognition of Visitors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ushers

Pastoral Observations/Announcements

Praise God through Our Giving

Benevolent Offering/Tithes/General Offering Offertory Prayer

Greet Your Neighbor ~ Time of Fellowship

Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . *Young Adult Choir - **Sanctuary Choir

Sermon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rev. Isaac J. Holt, Jr., Senior

Pastor

Invitation to Discipleship

Benediction

We enter God’s presence to Worship; we depart to Serve!

Today’s worship services are available for purchase on DVD or CD in the Lobby (following each service).

WIDOWS/WIDOWERS MEETING

An organizational meeting for the new Widows/Widowers Ministry will be held on Thursday April 13th at 5:30 PM in the Choir Room upstairs in Main Sanctuary.

Questions: Please contact Dr. Vashti K. Washington at 843-368-1259 or Deaconess Cynthia Williams at 843-327-3775.

WHAT’S HAPPENING AT ROYAL!

CHILDREN’S & TEEN EASTER REHEARSAL Easter Rehearsal - Monday, April 10th

TIME: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

PLACE: Sanctuary

This is the last rehearsal. Please bring your children out.

HAVE YOU COMPLETED YOUR NEW MEMBER CLASS?

New Members Class is offered three times a week for your convenience, today following 8:00 AM worship service in the Sanctuary and Monday and Tuesday at 6:30 PM at 7:00 PM in Building #2.

ROYAL TRAVELS TO NEW ST. MATTHEW BAPTIST CHURCH TODAY

Royal will travel to New St. Matthew Baptist Church to close out their Church Anniversary. (Pastor Franklin Washington) 1332 Coxe Rd E,

Bennettsville, SC 29512. The bus will depart Royal immediately following the 2nd service. All are invited to join us!

JR. MISSIONARIES MONTHLY MEETING Thursday, April 13th - 6:00 PM - Building #2

Business of Importance

New Members are Welcome!

The YWA is sponsoring a BAKE SALE after today’s morning services. The proceeds will support Danetra Smalls in the Charleston County YWA Queen Contest.

Please bring your “sweet tooth”!

We will be located on the right side of Building #1.

TAKE NOTE!

EASTER SERVICE SCHEDULE

6:00 AM - Sunrise Service (doors open at 5:00 AM)

8:00 AM - Easter Service - (Children’s Church in the Gym (ages 4-17) (Praise & Worship Choir)

10:00 AM - Easter Play (in the Main Sanctuary)

11:15 AM - Easter Service - (Children’s Church in the Gym (ages 4-17) (Royal Mass Choir)

Enjoy Easter Breakfast and a Special Easter Dinner with us!

Easter Breakfast - 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM ($10.00; $5.00 age 5-12) Easter Dinner - 11:00 AM ($20.00; $10.00 age 5-12 and free age 4 & under)

GET READY FOR OUR

Easter Revival 2017 ~ April 11th-13th

3-Night Holy Week Revival

7:00 PM

Tuesday, April 11th Dr. Jamey Graham, St. John Baptist Church Columbia, SC

Music will be rendered by the Praise & Worship Choir

Wednesday, April 12th Rev. Justin Gamble, Mt. Sinai Baptist Church Georgetown, SC

Music will be rendered by the Young Adult Choir

Thursday, April 13th Rev. Aaron Brown Jr., Unity Baptist Church Eutawville, SC

Music will be rendered by the Sanctuary Choir

~ Plan to join us and bring a friend! ~

FITNESS CENTER MEMBERSHIP SPECIAL - GREAT SAVINGS

Fitness Center Membership at Royal’s Family Life Center is offering an Annual Membership at a special price of $80.00 for a family of three (same household address) and $60.00 for an individual. Stop by the Administrative Office to purchase your Gym Membership at this special price.

TAKE NOTE!

ROYAL MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH SENIOR MISSIONARY RETREAT

April 22nd @ 7:30 AM - 3:30 PM Royal’s Banquet & Conference Center

The speakers for the occasion are Rev. Dr. Barbara Chisolm, Sr. Pastor of the Greater Zion A.M.E. Church, Awendaw, SC and Rev. Telley L. Gadson, Sr. Pastor of the St. Mark United Methodist Church, Taylors, SC. Workshop leaders are: Min. Stephanie Spann, Associate Minister of Royal, Sis. Debra Hamilton, RN and President of Royal's Health & Wellness Ministry and a Body Wellness presentation by our own Sis. Tamara Green, Physical Therapy Specialist.

A continental breakfast and buffet lunch will be served.

THE REGISTRATION FEE OF $35.00 IS DUE TODAY!

All women of Royal and visiting churches are invited to attend!

PASTOR HOLT TO RECEIVE SPECIAL RECOGNITION SATURDAY, MAY 6th - 10:00 AM

Pastor to receive Honorary Doctorate Degree Sumter County South Carolina Civic Center

700 West Liberty St, Sumter, SC 29150 Free Parking - Phone: 803- 436-2270

Must be in the Civic Center by 10:00 AM, if not, must wait until the processional to conclude before doors reopen.

Transportation provided, leaving Royal at 7:00 AM.

Stop by the Church Office to sign-up and for more information.

Sunday School makes a difference!

Sunday April 16th

No Sunday School Easter Sunday.

TO ALL NEW MEMBERS OF ROYAL:

Are you praying for direction to where the Lord can use you in His Kingdom building here at Royal? I personally welcome you to serve as a volunteer in this summer’s VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL! It is a busy and exciting week-long event. You’ll work with and get to know many other faithful Royal members who have a love for children - we serve all ages up to 18. Here are some of the fun experiences and positions you can enjoy:

TEACHER

NURSERY WORKER

CLASSROOM ASSISTANT

ARTS & CRAFTS WORKER

SNACK TIME HELPER

RECREATION WORKER

PHOTOGRAPHER/VIDEOGRAPHER

FIRST AIDE/NURSE ON-SITE

INFORMATION DESK WORKER

FRIDAY CELEBRATION HELPER

VBS is an annual church-wide ministry for the entire family. Official registration and VBS dates to be announced later. Come and help teach and guide children about the Love of God and His saving Grace.

Thank you!

Gale Christopher, VBS Director ~~ Dea. Herbert Williams, Asst. VBS Director

FACTS ABOUT INTELLECTUAL DISABILITIES Did You Know………

In the US, roughly 6.5 million people are identified as having an

intellectual disability.

“Intellectual disability” (Previously known as mental retardation) means that an individual mentally develops at a below-average rate.

These people can have learning difficulties and trouble socially adjusting.

Every year, 125,000 children are born with an intellectual disability, 10 percent of American have a family member with some sort of

intellectual disability.

Intellectual disabilities are 25 times more common than blindness.

REMINDER

ATTENTION: College graduate, High school graduate and Kindergarten parents of 2017!

If you have not done so please compete the forms located on the Youth Bulletin Board and return it back into the folder.

Please mark your calendar for the following dates below: Mandatory meeting of all high school students and parents,

Tuesday, April 18th at 6:30 PM in the Family Life Center. Graduation Rehearsal for ALL graduates May 16th at 6:30 PM in

the Education building

Royal Graduate Commencement Service will be held Saturday, May 20th at 11:00 AM at the Family Life Center.

2017 MEN’S SPRING RETREAT

April 28-30, 2017 Sponsored by the Brotherhood Ministry of

ROYAL MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH White Oak Conference Center

633 Mobley Hwy - Winnsboro, SC 29180

Cost: $180.00 ($50.00 non-refundable deposit)

Price includes 2-nights lodging, 5-meals, snacks, retreat materials, transportation, t-shirts and incidentals.

Registration available on-line at royalmbc.org, (select Events).

SOUL FOOD CAFÉ SPECIAL PRICE UNTIL EASTER SUNDAY

$10.00 ages 12 and up $7.00 ages 5 - 11 FREE age 4 and under

Salad Bar - Seafood Rice -Baked Chicken - Meatloaf Mac & Cheese - White Rice - Mashed Potatoes

Collards - Lima Beans - Steamed Broccoli - Corn on the Cobb Squash Casserole - Cornbread Drinks: Lemonade - Ice Tea

Kids Corner Dine-in and Take-out - Why not take advantage of this great deal?

BEREAVEMENT NOTICE Please pray for: Barbara Jean Doctor, sister of our member Thomas Smalls.

Mishanda Hicks, niece of Corrine Ancrum.

Minister Calvin Gathers, uncle of Randolph Freeman.

May they

CALLING ENGAGED COUPLES/ MARRIED COUPLES

The Royal Baptist Married Couples Fellowship

will host its Annual 1-Day Get-away to Myrtle Beach, SC Saturday, May 27th

Depart: 10:00 AM from the church Return: Approximately 8:00 PM Cost: $65:00 per couple (includes transportation and all you can eat meal at the Original Benjamin's Calabash Seafood)

Pay on-line at www.royalmbc.org, select Events, Events & Registration or at the Church Administrative Office.

Contact: Deaconess Cynthia Williams, Deaconess Alonia Hilton or Sister Wendy Ford at 843-746-5566 (Church Office)

SAVE THE DATE

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Monday, June 6th - Friday, June 9th

Royal Christian Education Week 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

More details soon!

Saturday, June 17th 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM ROYAL MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH ANNUAL PICNIC

North Charleston Wannamaker County Park CYPRESS HALL

Watch for more details to come!

DEACONS

ALL ROYAL FOUNDATION EVENTS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

ROYAL SUMMER ACADEMY ENROLLMENT NOW OPEN (a few slots left)

Completed applications and application fees are being accepted.

The Royal Summer Academy will collect funds at the following times:

Every Monday (month of April) from 10:00 AM -4:00 PM in the Foundation Office & Sunday between services (church lobby).

Applications are available on the table in the church vestibule. Your application along with your deposit can be returned to the Foundation Office on Monday or it can be left in the church Administrative Office.

A Microsoft Word Computer Class begins April 17th - April 25th

Two nights a week, Monday & Tuesday 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM A $20.00 donation to the Royal Foundation is requested.

Sign up on the Foundation bulletin board opposite the ladies room.

TRIDENT TECHNICAL COLLEGE’S FREE APPLICATION DAY

and a LIFE SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION SESSION

Life Scholarship Information Session

http://www.tridenttech.edu/landing/LIFE.htm Tuesday, April 18th at 6:00 PM

Trident Technical College’s Main Campus 7000 Rivers Ave., North Charleston

Building 970, Rooms 107-108

THE ROYAL FOUNDATION

JOB OPENING

The Royal Foundation seeks an Executive Administrative Assistant. The job requires 15 to 20 hours per week on a flexible schedule. Must be highly skilled in the use of technology applications including Microsoft Word, Excel, Facebook and website. Hourly rate is negotiable depending on experience. Must enjoy working with others. If interested, submit your resume to: vashtiwashington45@gmail.com by April 15th.

SOUTH CAROLINA BAR PRO BONO PROGRAM

The South Carolina Bar Pro Bono Program will present a course titled “Law School for the non-lawyers”. Trident Technical College, May 9th to June 20th, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM, one night a week.

Cost $45.00. Contact: Trident Technical College for more information.

VOLUNTEER RECRUITMENT

If you are interested in volunteering with our 2017 upcoming program, please call: 843-744-0856 x231 Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays between 10:00 AM and 2:30 PM. or email your name, email address and phone number to: royalfoundationinfo@gmail.com. You can also sign up on the Royal Foundation Bulletin Board located near the women’s room.

GED CLASSES ARE ONGOING

Need your GED? Our GED classes are ongoing and meet every Monday and Wednesday from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, 1807 Pearson Ave (upstairs), North Charleston, SC.

MEMBERSHIP UPDATE

New address, Name change, New email address, etc. Please Help Us To Keep Your Information Updated In Our Member Database.

Return your completed form to the Administrative Office or to an Usher.

Royal Missionary Membership Update Form

PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY

Date: _____________________ Envelope ___________ Mr. Mrs. Ms. Miss Other __________ Marital Status: Single Married Separated Divorced Widow or Widowed

__________________ _________ _________________ _____ First Name MN Last Name Suffix

____________________________________________________ Current Address

_______________________ ________ _____________ City State Zip

____________________________________ Cell Phone _____________________________________ Home Phone Would like to receive text messages: Yes No Need Offering Envelopes: Env#: _________

Email Address: ________________________________________

Date of Birth: ________________Profession: ________________

Deacon’s Name: _______________________________________

DEACONS

OTHER CONTACTS

Ittriss Jenkins 843-609-0237 Kenneth Johnson 843-696-0276 William Larkin, Sr. 843-745-9498 John Lowe 843-767-9947 Michael Manigault 843-767-4608 Charles McDonald, Sr. 843-697-3656 Ernest McFadden 843-486-3278 Gregory McGill 843-552-1492 Dexter McIlwain 843-819-0711 Marreo T. McCray, Sr. 843-847-7141 Johnny Mosley 843-556-5899 Elijah Murray, Sr. 843-697-2655 Johnny Orr 843-767-7493 Douglas Parker 843-766-7274 Abraham Patterson 843-879-3536 Lee Pressley, Jr. 843-202-5958 Krenston Price 843-744-0877 Otto S. Riley 843-818-1121 Darren Ryant 843-569-3721 Carl Streeter 843-572-7657 Isaiah Thompson, Sr. 843-556-3605 Leroy Tyler 843-744-8129 Daniel White 843-871-8431 Keith White 843-552-5196 Herbert Williams 843-556-5770 Charles Wright 843-767-2186

George Bradley, Chairman 843-870-3736 Frank Russell, Vice Chairman 843-552-3186 Wilford Amos 843-860-8214 Anthony Ancrum 843-709-2729 Kevin Barnes 843-697-9763 Roy A. Blake 843-906-6434 Luther Blanchard 843-834-9176 Howard Bradford 843-509-6697 Carnell Brown 843-871-3855 Michael Brown 843-747-3531 Michael Burgess 843-824-2912 Aaron Carter, Sr. 843-367-8014 George Collins 843-747-8205 Dureese D. Coleman 843-225-0224 Theron Denmark 843-277-7926 Charles Gilchrist 843-797-1128 Cohen Graham 843-377-8220 Paul Griffin 843-797-2253 Daryln Grigsby 843-553-4753 Caleb Harper 843-766-1305 Robert Harris 843-207-7995 Samuel Heyward 843-573-3161 Leonard Higgins, Jr. 843-571-1632 Damon Hilton 843-832-0754 Anthony Holmes 843-609-0709 Clifton Webb Jenkins 843-514-5521

Valerie Cooper, Church Clerk 843-797-5447 - churchadmin@royalmbc.org Office located in the Main Sanctuary

Daryl Milligan, Trustee Chairman 843-729-7296 - dmilligan@royalmbc.org Office located in the Main Sanctuary (2nd Floor)

Shirley A. Price, Office Manager 843-746-5566 ext.245 - saprice@royalmbc.org Office located in the Administrative Building

Charmaine Parmer Roberts, MPA, Events Manager 843-746-5566 ext.232 - cpalmer-roberts@royalmbc.org Office located in the Family Life Center

Ivan Wilson, Facilities Manager 843-746-5566 ext. 233 - fac-manager@royalmbc.org Office located in the Administrative Building

Coming to Royal

CHRISTIAN LEADERSHIP SCHOOL

Monday, June 5 - Friday, 9, 2017

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

PLAN NOW TO ATTEND OUR

1st

Christian Leadership

School

We have classes for ages 5 through adult!

Three WAYS TO REGISTER:

1. Complete the registration form below and visit the Christian Leadership table in the Lobby today following services. 2. Register on-line at www.royal@mbc.org

(select Events; Events & Registration) On-line registration ends Sunday, May 28th.

3. Administrative Office - Monday – Friday (9:00 AM – 5:00 PM)

Cash, Check and (Credit Card accepted at the Admin Office only).

Christian Leadership School

COURSES OFFERED

1001 Introduction to the Bible: Course Description: Introduce the sixty-six (66) books of the Bible, its origin, and the important events, periods, and personalities that led to the development of the Bible in its present form.

1071 Life in Bible Times (New Testament): Course Description: This course will survey the lifestyles and customs of the New Testament era.

1075 The Synoptic Gospels: Course Description: This course will focus on the Synoptic Gospels - Matthew, Mark and Luke. Students will study the life and ministry of Jesus Christ as portrayed by these three apostles. Through this comparative study, students will gain a more comprehensive understanding of Jesus’ ministry.

2011 Baptist Doctrine: Course Description: This course examines, with simplicity and clarity, the basic teachings of the Baptist faith. Students will explore each doctrinal position and the biblical basis for each doctrinal position taught in the Bible.

7005 Christian Evangelism: Course Description: This course is designed to teach the basic steps in developing a program of evangelism. The Student will discover the appropriate Scriptures to use and the methods and techniques to witness to the nonbeliever.

Biblical Principles of Leadership: Course Description: This course will explore the development of a training program for church ministers and leaders. Qualifications for being an effective spiritual leader will examine the leadership in their churches in relationship to Biblical principles. Emphasis will be placed on such biblical leaders as Moses, David, Paul and Jesus to determine successful styles of leadership.

Royal Missionary Baptist Church Christian Leadership School

June 5 - 9, 2017

Please detach form

Date: _________________________ Adult Youth Child

Name: _______________________ _________ _____________________ First Middle Last Address: _____________________________________________________

City: ________________________________ State: _____ Zip: __________

Phone: _______________________________________________________

Email: _______________________________________________________

Home Church: RMBC Other: ___________________________________

Course #: ______ Course Name: _________________________________

Amount Paid: __________ Payment by: Check Cash: Online:

Initial: _____________

Course # Course Instructor

1001 Introduction to the Bible Evangelist Vera Polite

1071 Life in Bible Times (New Testament)

Deacon John Lowe

1075 The Synoptic Gospel Deaconess Jacqueline Russell

2011 Baptist Doctrine Minister Debra Aiken

7005 Christian Evangelism Reverend Herbert Beard

Ministers & Leaders Division Reverend Isaac J. Holt, Jr.

Youth (ages 12-17) Deaconess Christie White

Children (ages 5-11) Deaconess Vivian Johnson Deaconess Alonia Hilton, Asst.

Registration Fee: $10.00 Adults $5.00 Children (age 5-17)

Payment may be made by cash or check- made payable to Royal Missionary Baptist

Church or on-line at www.royalmbc.org, (select Events; Events & Registration)

SPECIAL PRAYER TIMES Sunday - 7:00AM

Monday - 12:00PM - 2:00PM - Noon Day Prayer - Building #2

Wednesday Morning Prayer Line - 6:15AM - 6:30AM

Wednesday and Thursday - 6:00PM

SERMON NOTES _____________________________________________________________

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CONNECT WITH US

Tune in Saturday Morning at 8:30 AM @ FM 106.3 - WJNI

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