Bethel Baptist Church 1 Fisher Court

White Plains, NY 10601 949-2792

Church Officials

Dr. E.O. Williamson Pastor

R. Jackson Deacon Chair

M. Andralliski Trustee Co-Chair

W. Gibbons Trustee Co-Chair

F. Hudson Treasurer

B. High Church Clerk

M. Bagley Bookkeeper

Next Issue: April 5, 2020

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2020 Church Officers 2

Birthday, Sick, Calendar 3

Church News 4

Church News 5

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INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Dr. E. O. Williamson

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Newsletter Editors Barbara Andralliski

Pamela Bowe-Tabbs

Ruth Rainey

Dr. Frozine Reece-Smith,

Contributing Editor

Brenda Johnson, Photographer

Brenda Harris,

Contributing Photographer

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Vol. 19, Issue 2

March 1, 2020

Praise God from whom all blessings flow! The Lord is good, His mercy is ever -lasting, and His truth endures to all generations. The Men of Bethel will celebrate Men’s Day this month. Men’s Day is a church wide celebration. All men are asked to participate and women and members as well as friends of the church are asked to be supportive. Every-one is asked to share in a sacrificial donation of $100 for this special effort. Join our men for a special Praise and Worship Service on Friday, March 13th at 7:00 p.m. Rev. Dr. Robert Young will be the guest preacher. The Sunday worship celebration will be held on March 15th at our 10:00 a.m. worship service with Rev. Gary Colter serving as the guest preacher. The theme for this year is “Embracing The Transformed Life.”

Congratulations to Sis. Lena Anderson for being selected as a Westchester County Trailblazer. She received the Betty Shabazz Humanitarian Service Award at the Black His-tory Month and Our Trailblazers Award and Reception ceremony held on Thursday, Febru-ary 27th at the Jay Heritage Center. We extend special honor to you Sis. Lena for your dedi-cation and service to God, church, and community. You are truly a trailblazer and role mod-el for others.

I recently started reading a book by Bill Hull entitled, Choose The Life: Exploring a Faith That Embraces Discipleship. He writes, “A man came to his pastor and said, ‘I just want to be a Christian. I don’t want to be a disciple. I like my life the way it is. I believe that Jesus died for my sins, and I will be with him when I die. Why do I have to be a disciple?” Hull states that the answer you give to this question will reveal the gospel you believe. He argues that we have taught a non discipleship Christianity. This is the problem many modern day churches face because this is a faith that does not transform. He states the modern church has lost sight of Jesus as Leader. He further states, “The whole point of the gospel is to be transformed into the image of Christ.” Let us “Choose the Life”, a faith that includes discipleship and leads to transformation. Let us join the men in “Embracing The Trans-formed Life.” Romans 12:2 states, “And do not be conformed to this world, but be trans-formed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God.” Our weekly devotional reading plans for this month will focus on discipleship and embracing the transformed life.

Join Bro. Michael Young and the dfree ministry group as they embrace a new look at personal financial management from a biblical perspective. They are studying from the book Say Y es to No Debt by Dr. DeForest B. Soaries, Jr. Dr. Soaries presents a four level strategy with 12 action steps to becoming debt free. The group currently meets on 2nd , 3rd, and 4th Sunday mornings at 9:00 a.m. during the Sunday School hour. Sometimes breaking chains of bondage requires not only knowledge and strategies, but also group effort and sup-port. Experiencing deliverance from credit card debt and other forms of financial bondage can be one of your most liberating and life changing experiences. Join the dfree movement today!

We are doing a great work together: building hope, building relationships, and changing lives. We do all of this for God’s glory. Remember our motto: “We’re all in this together, being the church God has called us to be.” Cont’d page 12

Celebrating 135 Years of Service To God and Community!!!

2020 Theme: Doing A Great Work Together: Building Hope,

Building Relationships, and Changing Lives

Focus for March: “Discipleship – Embracing the

Transformed Life”

Scripture – Romans 12:2

Join with Us in Our Annual Men’s Day Celebration –

Associate Ministers

Dr. Frozine Reece-Smith Rev. Deborah Williamson Rev. Anthony Montague Rev. Sarahlouise Smith Rev. Virginia Young Min. Jacqueline Bozier Min. Latisha Robinson

Deacons Ministry

Deacon Richard Jackson, Sr. Chairman Deacon Caleb Lawrence, Vice-Chairman Deacon Frank Williams, Jr. Secretary Deacon Johnnie Dallas, Asst. Secy. Deacon Anthony Smith, Treasurer Deacon Dewitt R. Smith, Asst. Treasurer Deacon Wallace McIver Deacon Henry Mills Deacon Randy Abraham

Deaconess Ministry

Deaconess Karen Jackson, President Deaconess Sylvia Latimer, Vice-President Deaconess Emily Smith, Secretary Deaconess Ann Williams, Treasurer Deaconess Brenda Norman, Chaplain Deaconess Monetta Abraham Deaconess Rosy McMillian Deaconess Gwendolyn Ridgway Deaconess Brenda Mills Deaconess Gloria McIver

Trustee Ministry

Trustee Monica C. Andralliski, Chairman, Business Management Trustee Wilbur Gibbons, Chairman, Facility Operations Trustee Delphine Burton, Secretary Trustee Ann Williams, Asst. Secretary Trustee Samuel Abraham, Chaplain Trustee Wideon Mckoy, Asst. Chaplain Trustee Martha Harper Trustee Linda Robertson Trustee Herbert Strobert

Finance Team

Sis. Felecia Hudson, Treasurer Sis. Jonette Mines, Assistant Treasurer Sis. Marea Bagley, Bookkeeper

Dir. Christian Education

Min. Latisha Robinson

Church Clerk

Sis. Barbara J. High, Clerk

Sis. Denise Bennett, Asst. Clerk

Church Historian

Sis. Mary Marquis

Bethel Baptist Church Ministry Officers List for 2020 Bethel Baptist Church Page 2

Sunday School

Sis. Stephanie Christian, Superintendent

Beautification Ministry

Sis. Geneva Benton, President

Sis. Stephanie Ward, Rec. Sec.

Bro. Chris Howard, Chaplain

Homeless Ministry

Sis. Marea Bagley, President

Sis. Stacey Dingle, Vice-President

Sis. Ruth Rainey, Recording Secy.

Sis. Yvonne Avant, Asst. Rec. Secy

Sis. Georgetta Kent, Treasurer

Sis. Lorna Williams, Asst. Treas.

Deacon Wallace McIver, Chaplain

Hospitality Ministry

Sis. Patricia Manns, President

Sis. Toni Tweedy, Vice-President

Sis. Shirley Johnson, Secretary

Sis. Christy Scrubb, Treasurer

Sis. Joann Edwards, Chaplain

Male Chorus

Bro. Derrick Davis, President Bro. Rowland Hudson, Vice President Bro. Jemal Mosley, Secretary Deacon Wallace McIver, Chaplain

Men’s Ministry

Deacon Henry Mills, President Deacon Wallace McIver, Vice-President Bro. Leonard Hadley, Rec. Secretary Bro. Ervan Caesar, Corr. Secy. Bro. Steven Schmidt, Treasurer Bro. Samuel Taylor, Assist. Treasurer Bro. Jemal Mosley, Chaplain Missionary Ministry

Dr. Frozine Reece-Smith, President Sis. Mildred P. Blackwell, Vice-President Sis. Victoria Johnson-Taylor, Recording Secy. Sis. Cynthia Johnson, Asst. Rec. Secy. Sis. Pam Coleman, Corr. Secretary Sis. Joella Shuler, Asst. Corr. Secy. Rev. Virginia Mebane-Young, Treasurer Sis. Sheryl Franklin, Asst. Treasurer Sis. Janet Allen, Chaplain Bro. Samuel Taylor, Asst. Chaplain

Senior Ministry

Deaconess Sylvia Latimer, President Sis. Esther Johnson, Vice-Pres. Sis. Barbara J. High, Rec. Secretary Sis. Dolores Manigault, Treasurer Sis. Georgetta Kent, Asst. Treasurer Sis. Mary Hudson, Chaplain

Parent/Volunteer Support Ministry

Sis. Taheera Mushatt, Co-president Sis. Sydney Jenkins-Hall, Co-president Sis. Andrea Manigualt, Rec. Secretary Sis. Tasha Pine, Teasurer Min. Latisha Robinson, Chaplain

Junior Ushers

Bro. Michael Coaxum, Jr., President Sis. Amaya Mebane, Vice-President Sis. Briana Gilzene, Rec. Secretary Sis.. Kesai Butler, Treasurer Bro. Avery Thompson, Chaplain Sis. Jonette Mines, Matron Sis. Victoria Johnson-Taylor, Asst. Matron Sis. Sophonie DeFranc, Jr. Matron Sis. Kyla Harding , Jr. Matron Trustee Joseph Abraham. Chief Bro. David Coleman, Chief

Senior Ushers

Sis Sandra Jenkins, President Bro. David Coleman, Vice-President Sis. Deveria Seary, Secretary Sis. Victoria Johnson-Taylor, Asst. Secy. Sis. Jonette Mines, Treasurer Sis. Marlene High, Financial Secy. Trustee Joseph Abraham, Chaplain Sis. Joanne Edwards, Asst. Chaplain Bro. Isaac Washington, Chief Trustee Joseph Abraham, Chief Sis. Bea Abraham, Matron Sis Jonette Mines, Matron Sis. JoAnne Edwards, Matron Sis. Victoria Johnson-Taylor, Matron Voices of Inspiration

Sis. Sherleen Saintil, President Sis. Mary Frances Perkins, Vice-President Sis. Desire Smith, Rec. Secretary Sis. Brenda Johnson, Treasurer Sis. Beverly Powerful, Asst. Treasurer Sis. Laurie Bennett, Chaplain Rev. Deborah Williamson, Asst. Chaplain

Youth Ministry

Bro. Michael Coaxum, Jr., President Bro. Asa Jackson, Vice-President Sis. Brianna Gilzene, Rec. Secretary Sis. Amaya Mebane, Corr. Secretary Sis. Kesai Butler, Treasurer Bro. Isaiah McSwain, Chaplain

Ollie Ashe

Keith Bennett

Emma Cheese

Charlene Coram

Pattie Dunston

Cornelia Evans

Nancy Fitch

Manda Green

Ann Hadley

Shirlee Hilton

Evelyn Hudson

Sylvia Jacobs

Dorothy Jenkins

Learis Palmer

Mae Sanders

Elenora Smith

Lyndora Upshaw

Mary Watson

Karen Watts

Dora Williamson

HAPPY BIRTHDAY WE’RE PRAYING FOR YOU CALENDAR Page 3

Doreen & Gregory Dozier March 26

Mar. 2 Men’s Ministry, 6:00 pm Male Chorus, 7:00 pm

Mar. 3 Healthy Cooking, 6:00 pm Homeless Ministry, 7:00 pm Senior Ushers, 7:00 pm

Mar. 5 Hospitality Ministry, 6:00 pm Trustee Ministry, 7:00pm

Mar. 7 Drama Mime Ministry, 12 noon

Mar. 8 Business Mtg. following Worship

Mar. 9 Missionaries Knitting, 6:00 pm

Mar. 10 Senior Ministry, 12 noon Boy Scouts, 6:00 pm Deacon’s Ministry, 7:30 pm

Mar. 13 Parents Meeting, 6:00 pm Teen Night, 6:00 pm Men’s Day Praise/Worship, 7:00 pm Children/Youth Choir, 6:00 pm

Mar. 14 AARP Safe Driving, 9:00 am Food Bank, 9:00 am Drama/Mime Ministry, 12 noon

Mar. 15 Annual Men’s Day, 10:00 am Sunday School Annual Day, Calvary Baptist Church, Pastor Williamson guest Preacher, 3:30 pm

Mar. 16 Missionaries Knitting, 6:00 pm

Mar. 17 Healthy Cooking, 6:00 pm

Mar. 20 Teen Night, 6:00 pm Children/Youth Choir, 6:00 pm

Mar. 21 Drama/Mime Ministry, 12 noon Homeless Dinner, 3:30 pm

Mar. 22 Missionary Mtg. following Worship

Mar. 24 Boy Scouts, 6:00 pm VOI, 7:00 pm Joint Board, 7:30 pm

Mar. 26 Passage to Excellence, 6:30 pm

Mar. 28 Missionaries Sewing, 9:00 am Drama/Mime Ministry, 12 noon 5th Saturday Session

Mar. 30 Male Chorus, 6:00 pm

Mar. 31 VOI, 7:00 pm

Alma Daugett March 1

Rose Adams March 1

Wendy Dallas March 1

Diane Hadley March 1

Geneva Benton March 2

Deaconess Audrey Seay March 3

Mary Watson March 4

Britany McKenzie March 5

Pamela Earl March 5

Rosa Nelson March 6

Dyrick Houston March 6

Kimberly Brown March 7

Louise Hamme March 9

Bryce Mitchell March 10

Dionna Coleman March 14

Kenndi Leak March 15

Shamalle Upton March 18

Julia Anderson Lee March 19

Ann Hadley March 20

Ervan Caesar March 20

Amaya Mebane March 22

Stephanie Coaxum March 22

Rev. Delores Patterson March 24

Doreen Dozier March 24

Marea Bagley March 25

Deacon Randy Abraham March 26

Janice Perser March 22

Carrie Rogers March 28

Michelle Gordon Bartley March 28

Michael Martin March 28

Hans Peter Accus March 29

Shyanne Johnstone March 29

Melvin Smith March 31

This year’s theme — Eat Right,

Bite by Bite —supports the philos-

ophy that every little bit (or bite!)

of nutrition is a step in the right

direction. Small goals/changes

can have a cumulative healthful

effect.

The campaign, celebrated each

year during the month of March,

and it focuses on the importance

of making informed food choices

and developing sound eating and

physical activity habits.

Submitted by:

Sis. Dolores Manigault

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WORKING CHURCHES

The Missionary Ministry of Bethel hosts the Working Churches of Westchester and Vicinity meeting each year for the month of February. After the meeting, the ministry is responsible for some type of program or presentation to celebrate Black History Month.

This year, our program Chairperson was Sister Barbara Andralliski. She and her committee planned an excit-ing program based on the theme: “WHO AM I?” Participants were: Sister Pam Coleman – represented Re-becca Lee Crumpler; Sister Jessie Tate – represented Dr. Patricia Bath; Sister Sheryl Franklin – represented – Thurgood Marshall; Sister Barbara Andralliski – represented Hattie McDaniel; and Sister Esther Johnson – represented Mahalia Jackson. The presentation was filled with audience participation that brought excitement to the whole afternoon. Each person who guessed the name of the famous person was given a gift. At the end of the presentation, Mr. Joe Mosley unwrapped the gift of song and presented our Black History in a musi-cal format. His presentation was also interactive. It was a time of singing, clapping and reminiscing about who we are and from whence we have come.

“…We have come Over a way that with tears has been watered;

We have come Treading our path through the blood of the slaughtered;

We are more than grateful to Sister Andralliski and her committee for an outstand-ing and informative Black History program. Sister Susan Harrison was also a part of this committee, however, she was unable to attend because of illness.

The meal that followed the program was absolutely de-li-cious!! To Sister Geneva Benton and the Culinary Ministry, another job well done! Our guests enjoyed the program and especially the meal which was reflec-tive of our heritage. Submitted by: Dr. Frozine Reece-Smith

CONGRESS of CHRISTIAN EDUCATION

The Congress of Christian Education Auxiliary to the Empire Baptist Missionary Convention of New York, Inc. sponsored the 88th Annual One-Day Retreat on Monday, February 17, 2020 in Saratoga Springs, New York. Excitement was in the air before 6:00 a.m. that morn-ing because that was the time we boarded the bus in front of Bethel Baptist Church to com-mence our trip.

Most of us, on board the bus, decided to get in the sleep we lost from arising earlier just to make the trip. We had parishioners from Calvary Baptist and Star of Bethlehem traveling with us to Saratoga Springs. The bus was full. It was a gorgeous day for traveling. We ar-rived on time for the day’s activities. Classes began at 10:00 a.m. after the General Assem-bly.

The theme: “Building Healthy Churches in The 21st Century” (Acts 11:19-26, Romans 12:1-5, 1 Corinthians 12:4-12, 1 Timothy 4:6-8) was carried out throughout the day in the various divisions and classes. Bethel was well-represented in more than five divisions of the Christian Education classes. The children’s classes were held at the Holiday Inn and the Saratoga Catholic Central High School.

Our Superintendent, Sister Stephanie Christian, was responsible for all Bethel members in attendance. We are grateful to her for se-curing our transportation and all other plans executed for a successful day.

The closing worship service was scheduled from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. with Rev. Dr. James R. Banks, II, Congress President presiding. Our own Pastor, Dr. Edward O. Williamson, serves as Dean and State Director. Rev. Dr. Johnny Ray Youngblood, Pastor of Mount Pisgah Baptist Church in Brooklyn, New York, brought the closing message. We left the Convention Center better than when we arrived. We thank God for a safe trip to Saratoga Springs, New York and back home to White Plains, New York! “TO GOD BE THE GLORY!” Submitted by: Dr. Frozine Reece- Smith

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Tim Fields, Jemal Mosley and April Powell for ParaTransit in the Office for People with Disabilities – Our ParaTransit Team in the Office for People with Disabilities provides an invaluable transportation service for those who truly need assistance, and they do a terrific job each and every day. Tim has been a Transit Analyst with Westchester County ParaTransit for 24 years. He has proven to be a valued team member by taking on supervisory responsibilities, and providing oversight and guid-ance to his staff, while also being a key contributor to the overall success of

Westchester County ParaTransit. His leadership and ability to take on multiple needs truly defines the person he is, and the office would not be as strong as it is without him. Tim’s colleague, Jemal Mosley, has been Senior Transportation Information Assistant for ParaTransit for the past 20 years. Jay has taken on additional responsi-bilities in developing our ParaTransit car service program. Jay is the person whose ability to think outside the box and handle any situation, specifically working with our outside agencies, has made our Program one of the best in the country. Thank you all, for your constant dedication, day in and day out.

Congratulations to Grandpa Jemal On the birth of

Kali Je'Nae Mosley, February 11, 2020

Bethel’s newly appointed Deacons and Deaconess

Deacon Henry Mills, Deacon Wallace McIver,

Deaconess Brenda Mills, Deaconess Gloria McIver

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Sis. Betsy Mitchell a 61 year member of Bethel Baptist Church celebrat-ed her 80th birthday on January 30th with four genera-tions of her family. This included two great grandsons, Emree Dwayne James Clark (DJ), 17 months and Mau-rice Sidney Johnson (MJ), 7 months. This surprise cel-ebration included members of her church family and the Thomas H. Slater Center For Diane Drop in Center. Sis. Mitchell was presented with the “Senior Choice “Award” at the 3rd Anniversary of the For Diane Drop In Center.

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BBC Youth Part-1

Our young people continued celebrating Black History Month by highlighting young people who have made a powerful impact in history.

Submitted by: Sis. Taheera Mushatt

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Mike Coaxum Jr.- 13 (Little Rock Nine) Rylee Brooks-7 (Marley Dias) Susannah Mushatt-6 (Ruby Bridges)

Tyrone Mushatt Jr., 9 (Greensboro Four)

Mayeliza Johnstone, 11

(Claudette Colvin) Maya Adelakun, 8

(Amariyanna Copeny)

Amare Davis, 8

(Nyeeam Hudson)

BBC Youth Part -2

Submitted by: Sis. Taheera Mushatt

THESE WOMEN ARE NOT BEHIND BARS BUT ARE IN PRISON!!

Kairos Outside NYC, chartered in 2009, is the local chapter of Kairos Prison Ministry International. Mass Incarcera-

tion, is defined and described in the New Jim Crow. From 1970 to 2005 the number of inmates increased 700%. The

U.S. has the highest incarceration rate in the world. This Ministry is designed for women impacted by incarceration.

Someone in their life is or was in prison. In many ways the families are “doing time” right along with the incarcerated.

This ministry is also designed for women that were previously incarcerated.

JoAnne Edwards, Sharon Gilham, Yvonne Harris, Crystal Murray, Janice Robinson, Dr. Frozine Reece-Smith, and Stephanie Ward

are members of Bethel Baptist Church and this Ministry. Each year Kairos Outside NYC offers two Weekends (Friday-Sunday) for

women. These women referred to as “Guests” have an opportunity to get to know others that share similar concerns. The goal of

this ministry is to provide a loving, supportive environment, while addressing Guest’s spiritual needs. A Team is developed that

prepares for Guests and the upcoming Weekend. In order to form a Team, these Kairos volunteers meet for six Saturdays from

10am-4pm. That Team will carry out the next Kairos Weekend, scheduled to take place May 15-17, 2020.

Bethel Baptist Church members helped to make a memorable experience for Guests that attended the November Weekend. Pastor

Williamson, Wallace McIver, Henry Mills, Lloyd Scrub, Leonard Hadley, David Coleman and Leonard Johnson immensely helped

this ministry by loading and unloading Kairos supplies. Kairos refers to those that assist and volunteer their time as Angels.

It cost approximately $15,000 to carry out these Weekends. ALL expenses are covered by donations, Guests do not pay a fee. If you

would like to make a monetary donation… please speak to Pastor Williamson or one of the members mentioned above. Donations

can also be made to: Kairos Outside NY C, P.O. Box One, Larchmont, N.Y . 10538. Website: www.kairosoutsidenyc.org / kon-

yc2009@gmail.com. If you would like to participate in this Kairos Ministry, in any way please speak with Pastor Williamson or

Sharon Gilham shaham@optonline.net

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Boy Scouts BSA /Troop 111 and Pack 11 charted by Bethel Baptist Church returning from winter break (celebrating their Scoutmaster's 80th

birthday @ their meeting on February 25, 2020. Deacon Dewitt Roy Smith) strategic planning for the spring.

Submitted by: Deacon Dewitt R. Smith

Missionaries “On The Move”!

As always, February is the month that is short but full of activity for African Americans. The

Missionary Ministry gathered on the first Sunday (February 2), after service, for their group pic-

ture for the Pictorial Directory of Bethel. Since we are a rather large ministry, it was heart-

warming to see everyone put forth the effort to wear or bring the official missionary ministry

attire. We were thrilled to have Sister Evelyn Hudson join us for the picture. She has not been

able to participate on a regular basis because of her illness. Also, with us was Sister Certulia

Brice who has just recuperated from a recent illness. We thank God for their presence, as well

as all other missionary members. Submitted by: Dr. Frozine Reece-Smith

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Dr. E. O. Williamson Bethel Baptist Church

1 Fisher Court White Plains, NY 10601

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Weekly Sunday School Lessons – Spring Quarter “Justice and the Prophets”

Unit I: “God Requires Justice”: 3/1 Seeking Justice Devotional: Psalm 97 Print: Amos 5:18-24 3/8 Ending Injustice Devotional: Ps. 73:1-3, 21-28 Print: Hab. 1:1-4, 12-14 3/15 Getting What They Deserve Devotional: Psalm 130 Print: Hab. 2:6-14 3/22 Doing Justice Dev.: Zech. 7:8-10; Deut. 24: 17-22 Print: Mic. 3:1-2, 9-12; 6:6-8 3/29 Justice for All Devotional: Psalm 50:1-15 Print: Mal. 2:1-9; 3:5-6

Weekly Devotional/Bible Reading Plans:

3/1 Simple, But Not Easy: Living The Truth OF The Gospel 3/8 Grow: Becoming More Like Jesus 3/15 Follow Jesus 3/22 Follow The Leader, Becoming A Better Disciple

Special for Families with Teens/Youth – Discipling Teens Through Doubt, Culture, Sex, Identity, and Purpose 3/29 Everyday Discipling

Be Blessed, Pastor Williamson