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H a p p y H a l f - C e n t u r y

H ow much better is it to get wisdom than gold! and to get understanding rather to be chosen than silver!

The highway of the upright is to depart from evil: he that keepeth his way preserveth his soul. Pride goeth before destruction, and an haughty spirit before a fall. Better it is to be of an humble spirit with the lowly, than to divide the spoil with the proud. He that handleth a matter wisely shall find good: and whoso trusteth in the Lord, happy is he. The wise in heart shall be called prudent: and the sweetness of the lips increaseth learning. Understanding is a wellspring of life unto him that hath it: but the instruction of fools is folly. The heart of the wise teacheth his mouth, and addeth learning to his lips. Pleasant words are as an honeycomb, sweet to the soul, and health to the bones.

Proverbs 16:16-24 (KJV)

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being. Or, doing an overnight at the hospital ministering to patients, families and staff at what could be the most difficult times in their lives. Or, honestly, even going to work everyday (which, I know we all consider a field to minister). When we give our lives to the Lord we must wholeheartedly trust and believe that He is control. As believers we trust, pray, read God’s Word and know that “A man’s goings are of the Lord, how can a man then understand his own way?” I don’t know, and it’s not my business to understand! The one thing that I am assured of is without Jesus in my life I would be a sad individual hiding at home from the world. With Him I have joy and peace; whether at home alone or in the company of others—good, bad, or indifferent. Being 50 and saved is a wonderful gift! I pray that at whatever age you find yourself you will see it as the blessing it is meant to be...along with your salvation!

The Galilean extends our condolences to the family of Sister Bernice Allen. To each of you, we pray the peace that only God can provide!

By the time you read this I will have surpassed my half-century mark. I did none of the things I had planned for the day. In my mind I was going to run a few errands, have my traditional lunch, come back home and chill. Instead, I spent the day doing what I love...I simply stayed at home...alone. Other than going to work, church, meetings or anything that has been pre-planned I REALLY like being at home...alone. We all know people who cannot exist without being in the company of others. Good, bad or indifferent; these people have to have constant company. I don’t happen to be one of those people; it’s even hilarious to me. This was my first sign that God has a tremendous sense of humor. Only He can place in a ministry of helps someone who is most comfortable not being around people. You know how the Apostle Paul shared his struggle with the war between his flesh and the Spirit the Lord placed within him. It is the same when I struggle with being in the comfort of my home or going out to teach Bible study to a group of children who test every inch of my sanctified

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Sick, Shut-in and

Prayer Requests

- Please call these names out during your

personal prayer time; and in your intercessions ask the Father to bless these individuals and ministries in His

own way and in His own time. --

T r u s t e e s o f t h e Mo n t h

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Robin Rucker @ 540-205-4257

Paul Bishop, Sr. @ 540-967-7415

- - Please contact for entry into the church after hours

or for other church related concerns

during April.

P r e a c h i n g S c h e d u l e

8:00 a.m. April 6 - Min. Bernadine Bradshaw 13 - Rev. Sarah Morris 20 - Elder Ruben Lewis, Jr. 27 - Rev. Edna Holt

11:00 a.m. Sunday Morning Elder Ruben Lewis - Away Preaching Engagements

Apr 5 8:30 a.m. - Rev. Dale Bradshaw @ Zion Travelers Baptist Church, Prayer Breakfast

Apr 17-19 7:00 p.m. - Rev. Kim Fortune @ Union Baptist Church, Trevillians; YPU to accompany on the 19th

Apr 24 7:00 p.m. - Pastor Lewis @ Chestnut Grove Baptist, Barboursville— Youth Revival; Kindred Vessels & YPU to accompany

Sis. Yolanda Allen Sis. Ada Anderson Sis. Alice Arnette Sis. Ethel Barksdale Sis. Leanne Blalock Bro. Atilol Bland Dea. James W. Bland Sis. Gladys Brown & Family Sis. Heidi Brown & Family Bro. William Brown Sis. Mamie Bruce Bro. Andre Callahan Bro. Darnell Collier Sis. Felicia Christmas Sis. Marcine Dillard Bro. John/Sis. Susie Divers Dea. Roger Gaines & Family Sis. Mamie Grooms Bro. Franklin Hardy Sis. Letia Harris Rev. Michael Harris & Family Rev. Edna Holt Sis. Beverly Jackson & Family Bro. Raymond Jackson Kingdom Living Temple Bro. Duke Johnson Bro. Ruben Lewis III Sis. Emma Martin Bro. Walter Martin Sis. Mamie McKeathon Bro. William McKnight Sis. Janet Page Sis. Inez Poindexter Sis. Sylvia Quarles Bro. Alonzo Scott

Bro. Oscar Scott Sis. Gail Stradford Travis Shelton Rev. Jack Spears Walton/Shipman Family Revs. Robert/Beulah Spellman Sis. Josephine Whitsett Sis. Lorraine Winston

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*SPRING REVIVAL Preachers— Monday, the 7th Rev. Kimberly Fortune; Tuesday, the 8th Rev. Dale Bradshaw;

Wednesday, the 9th Rev. Sarah Morris Guest choirs each night

*Saturday, April 19th —Resurrection Fest 3:00 —5:00 p.m. Food, games, music, crafts, & worship

*Saturday, April 26th— Unwanted Medications & Sharps—Free Collection & Disposal. From 10:00 a.m.—2:00 p.m. at Martha Jefferson Hospital Outpatient Care Center @ Pantops (595 Martha Jefferson Drive). For more information, please call 434-654-7004 or 1-888-652-6663

*Saturday, April 26th—Initial Sermon of Sis. Dorothy Martin; 3:00 p.m.

April Birthdays & Anniversaries

1 Susie Fortune-Divers 4 Lolita Bland Pamela Martin 6 Clyde Morris, Jr. 8 John Divers 11 Tanya Richardson Thomas ♥ Gloria Waddy 16 Roberta Bass 17 Lanaja Carter Susie Scott 18 Steven Bradshaw, Sr. 21 Jonnay Grooms 22 Russell Bradshaw, Jr. Clyde Quarles 27 Raymond Jackson 28 Leah Bass

A Heart Set FreeA Heart Set Free

Thank You, Lord, For a costly cross… An empty tomb…

A triumphant Savior… And a heart set free

For all eternity! Joy and peace to you this resurrection season. “But, thanks be to God! He gives us the victory through our Lord, Jesus Christ.”

I Corinthians 15:57

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Upcoming Schedule -

Friday, April 11th—12th

Walking in Peace Retreat @ Camp Hanover

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The Blessings of Spring

Lovely flowers show us God's faithfulness… If God cares so wonderfully for flowers...won't He more surely care for you? Matthew 6:30

Singing birds tell us of His tender care… Look at the birds...Your heavenly father feeds them. And you are far more valuable to Him than they are. Matthew 6:26

Soft rains remind us of His refreshing grace… I will send down showers in season; there will be showers of blessings. Ezekiel 34:26

Sunny days reflect the light He brings… I am the light of the world. Whoever follows Me will...have the light of life. John 8:12 All of Spring proclaims the hope God gives our hearts! See! The winter is past; the rains are come and gone. Flowers appear on the earth; the season of singing has come.

Song of Solomon 2:11-12

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VBS Preview

Praise Break is based

on Psalm 107 and the

overall theme is “God

is good”.

God brings people put of their

troubles, just like in times of old. It is

always good to pause and praise the

Lord. Each night will be enriched with

both historical and present-day African

-American models. The music, snacks

and outreach are all based on God’s

love for us and the reminder that we

should thank Him daily—making a

praise break part of our routine.

If you have a desire to volunteer: teach (or assist), arts & crafts, dinner, worship, decorating, etc., please contact Sis. Crystal Curry to let her know your gift/talent.

Vacation Bible School is

June 23—27, 2014

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Apr 6 Apr 6 Apr 6 11:00 am The First 11:00 am The First 11:00 am The First Pastoral Anniversary of Pastoral Anniversary of Pastoral Anniversary of Pastor Pastor Pastor &&& Susan LewisSusan LewisSusan Lewis 1:00 pm Drama Ministry Rehearsal

Apr 11Apr 11Apr 11---12 12 12 “Walking in “Walking in “Walking in Peace” Peace” Peace” Retreat @ Camp Hanover Apr 14 Apr 14 Apr 14 6:30 p.m. Kindred Vessels Rehearsal Apr 19 Apr 19 Apr 19 3:30 pm Missionary Meeting Apr 19 Apr 19 Apr 19 3:00 pm Resurrection Fest

Mar 20 Mar 20 Mar 20 1:00 pm Drama Ministry Rehearsal Mar 21 Mar 21 Mar 21 6:30 p.m. Kindred Vessels Rehearsal Apr 26 Apr 26 Apr 26 3:00 p.m. Initial Sermon of Dorothy “Dory” Martin Apr 28 Apr 28 Apr 28 6:30 p.m. Kindred Vessels Rehearsal Apr 30 Apr 30 Apr 30 7:00 p.m. Baptism

Please join us

for Sunday School

every Sunday at

9:30 a.m.

April 2014April 2014April 2014 S U NS U NS U N D A YD A YD A Y M O NM O NM O N D A YD A YD A Y T U ET U ET U E S D A YS D A YS D A Y W E DW E DW E D N E S D A YN E S D A YN E S D A Y T H UT H UT H U R S D A YR S D A YR S D A Y F R IF R IF R I D A YD A YD A Y S A TS A TS A T U R D A YU R D A YU R D A Y

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Find a Rainbow

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- 10:00a.m. Gospel Chorus Rehearsal

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6:30 a.m. Men of Promise

Communion

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Encourage a Young Writer

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- 10:00a.m. Senior Choir Rehearsal

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Palm Sunday

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Monday Night Bible Study

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Passover Begins

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Prayer Service 7:00 p.m.

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Good Friday

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- 10:30 a.m. Men’s Chorus Rehearsal

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Monday Night Bible Study

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Earth Day

Last Day of Passover

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Prayer Service 7:00 p.m. Administrative Professional s’

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- Noon YPU Rehearsal

- Noon Women2Women

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Monday Night Bible Study

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- 7:00 p.m. Usher Board

30

Prayer Service 7:00 p.m.

---Keep America Beautiful MonthKeep America Beautiful MonthKeep America Beautiful Month ---Autism Awareness MonthAutism Awareness MonthAutism Awareness Month ---National Poetry MonthNational Poetry MonthNational Poetry Month ---National Volunteer MonthNational Volunteer MonthNational Volunteer Month

Arbor Day

Resurrection Sunday

SPRING REVIVAL

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T h e G a l i l e a n Galilee Baptist Church Louisa Elder Ruben Lewis, Jr., Pastor 3598 Three Notch Road · Kents Store, VA 23084

Lolita L. Bland, MA, M. Div., Editor

(firstpeter510@mail2Jesus.com)

434-589-8817 (p) / 434-589-3760 (fax)

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Sunday School Lessons (Adult)

April 6 "Jesus Cleanses the Temple" Lesson focus: Jesus calls us to integrity and holiness. Isaiah 56:6-7 (Issues of Exclusiveness), Jeremiah 7:9-11 (Issues of Indifference), Mark 11:15-19 (Issues of Exploitation, Contamination, and Secularization)

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April 13 "A Messianic Priest-King" Lesson focus: The righteous king and priest sacrificed for His people. Jeremiah 23:5-6 (A Righteous Branch), Zechariah 6:9-15 (A Priest and King), John 19:1-5 (The Suffering Priest-King)

April 20 "The Third Day" Lesson focus: If we believe, the resurrected Jesus restores us. Hosea 6:1-3 (Third Day Restoration), Luke 24:1-8 (Third Day Resurrection), 9-12 (Third Day Skepticism)

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April 27 "From Suffering to Glory" Lesson focus: We need to understand the weight of our sin and Jesus resurrection.

Isaiah 53:5-8 (Jesus Suffered in Our Place), Luke 24:25-27 (Jesus Fulfilled Scripture), 44-47(Scripture Gives an

Understanding of Jesus)

If you know your Bible, Sunday School needs you. If you don't know your Bible, then you need Sunday School.

Lessons from Comprehensive Bible Study Adult Student Book - Jesus’ Fulfillment of Scripture: Studies in the Old and New Testaments, Volume 129, Number 3. 2013 Cook Communications Ministries (David C. Cook)