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Service Times

Sunday School Sun. 9:30 a. m.

Sunday Service Sun. 11:00 a. m.

Mid-Day Bible Study Tues. 1:00 p. m.

Prayer & Praise Service Wed. 6:00 p.m.

Bible Study Wed. 7:00 p. m.

Vol. 3, No. 3 Spring 2015

Message From Our Pastor/Church Directory 2

Praise in the Park 3

Graduations and Awards 4-6

Ministry & Expansion Update 7

Ministry Updates 8-9

Member Spotlights/Potpourri 10

Passages 11

Notices, Calendar, Sick & Prayer Lists 12

Upcoming Services, Programs, & Fellowships Back

Contents

THE FCCBC CONNECTION

First Christian Community Baptist Church

4116 Groveland Avenue Baltimore, MD 21215

410-664-7443 We Are Family

Photos courtesy of Sis. Leslie Hyman

Pictured are some of FCCBC’s fathers, grandfathers, uncles, and their families. We thank God for their positive influence in raising their families.

“We are a church with Purpose” …

Have you ever asked or wondered why do we as church, do what we do? Have you ever wondered what is the purpose of at-tending worship regularly, serving and giving regularly?

First, our purpose for doing what we do as a body of believers called church is to bring Glory to God! Listen, it is not about us … It is about God! God is not just the starting point of your life, but He is the Source of All Life. It says in Psalms 29 “… Give unto the Lord, o you mighty ones. Give unto the Lord Glory and strength. Give unto the Lord the Glory due His name”… (NKJV) When you come to the House of God for praise and worship it is to give God all of the Glory.

Secondly, as God’s people we must represent Christ. The purpose for Bible Study, Sunday School, and the proclamation of the Gospel is that we may learn of Christ and then strive to be less like us, and more like Him. If we are to show the world who Christ is, we must learn of Him and take on His nature and will. We are taught by Jesus in Matthew 5:16 “…To let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven” …

As God works in your life, your light shines. Our purpose is to live our lives in such a way that when other people see our good works they will say, “Look what God has done.”

We also represent Christ by how we treat one another. We must treat each other with LOVE and RESPECT. The Bible teaches that it is impossible to love God whom you have never seen, if you show hate towards your sisters and brothers who you see every day.

Finally, our purpose for attending worship, serving God, man and giving of our tithes and offerings is so that the Gospel may be spread. It is the charge and command of EVERY believer to “Go ye Therefore”… We are obligated to share our faith, it is not an option. There are so many people who will never attend our churches, that’s why we must take “church” to them. Jesus asked Peter on one occasion, “Do you love me Peter? And when Peter said, “Yes, Lord you know I love you.” Jesus then told him to feed His sheep.

If we love God like we say, then we should be honored and excited to tell someone else about Jesus and His love!

Submitted Lovingly,

Your Pastor Rev. Alphonso Tucker

Message From Our Pastor

Church Directory

Pastor Alphonso Tucker 410-466-5776 (home) 410-664-7443 (study)

Chairman, Deacon Board Jimmy Kelly 410-426-0713/ 443-794-8625

Church Clerk Marilyn Dorsey 410-298-4892 / 443-676-6261

Asst. Church Clerk Kitty Owens 410-255-7713

Bus Driver Everett Cash 443-850-5494

WE ARE FAMILY Visit our website at www.myfccbc.org

Photo courtesy of Sis. Leslie Hyman

T HE F CCB C CONNE CT ION

FCCBC has rented a covered pavilion and activities will take place rain or shine. A brief service will be held followed by free time for members, families, and friends to fellowship with one another and to enjoy the sun, sand, and beach.

Rocky Point State Park is located at 2200 Rocky Point Road in Essex, MD.

Persons desiring transportation should advise Sis. Leslie Hyman at the time of sign-up.

All members are asked to wear their Family and Friends Day shirts. To purchase a new or replacement shirt, please see Sis. Amy Arthur. The cost is $15 per shirt.

Congratulations to Our Graduates and Award Recipients On Sunday, June 14, 2015, FCCBC recognized academic achievement at all levels. We applaud each person’s perseverance and commitment to excellence. May God give you the strength, confidence, and determination to reach your goals and pursue your dreams.

Elementary School to Middle School

Pre-K and Kindergarten

Quincy D. Brown

Grandson of Deborah Cooper

Medfield Elementary Kindergarten (6/8/15)

Kirsten Cole

Daughter of Sis. Dene Cole and granddaughter of Trustee Rudolph and Sis. Barbara Cole

KIPP Kindergarten Sight Word Champion, Honor Roll

Thomas Davis

Grandson of Bro. Thomas & Sis. Perlizer Davis

Liberty Elementary

Going to Bluford Middle School

Joseph Foote

Grandson of Bro. Bruce Flanigan

Winfield Elementary (6/16/15)

Going to Windsor Mill Middle School

Honor Roll, Perfect Attendance for Pre-K to graduation from Elementary School

Jordan Franklin

Grandson of Trus. Gwendolyn Franklin

Hebbville Elementary (4/25/15)

Recipient of ‘Ben Carson Gifted Hands’ award based upon a composition written by Jordan. One of two chosen from his school

Samara Jones

Daughter of Bro. Steven Jones and Granddaughter of Sis. Mary Jones

Woodholme Elementary (6/16/15)

Going to Sudbrook Middle School

Kavon B. Owens

Son of Bro. Karl B. & Sis. LaNecia R. Owens and grandson of Deacon Keith & Sis. Kitty Owens

Bradford Elementary

Passed the STARR Test as a require-ment of graduation from San Angelo Independent School District

Makayla Williams

Daughter of Sis. Robin Ware and grand-daughter of Minister Claretta Holloway

Commodore John Rogers Elementary/Middle

Perfect Student Attendance 2014-2015, Honor Roll with a GPA of 3.0—3.2, Dean’s List with a GPA of 3.3-3.5, Certificate of Achievement—JA Our City

Visit our website at www.myfccbc.org WE ARE FAMILY

Congratulations to Our Graduates and Award Recipients

High School to College

Middle School to High School

Asia Davis

Granddaughter of Bro. Thomas & Sis. Perlizer Davis

Baltimore Leadership Middle School to Carver High

Iyanna Lewis

Daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Keith Owens, Jr.

Sidwell Friends Middle School (6/4/15)

Going to Sidwell Friends High School

Takiya Hogan-Kelly

Granddaughter of Dea. Jimmie & Deaconess Ollie Kelly

Baltimore Design School (6/12/15)

Going to Christo Rey High School

Aniya Bright

Granddaughter of Sis. Evelyn Bright

Maryland Academy of Technology & Health Services (5/29/15)

Crowned Prom Queen

Employed by Johns Hopkins Hospital

RICKYA’H Brooks

Granddaughter of Sis. Susie Spears

Baltimore City College High School (5/30/15)

Will attend Morgan State University

Bridgete S. Tucker

Daughter of Rev. & Sis. Tucker

Arlington Elementary School (6/11/15)

Going to Knowledge and Success Academy (KASA) Jr. College Prep

Taylor L. McCottry

Daughter of Sis. Cheryl Jones McCottry

Eleanor Roosevelt High School—Science & Technology Program (5/29/15)

Will attend Towson State University majoring in Exercise Science

Maryland Public Secondary School Athletic Association 2015 Athletic Scholar, 2015 Maryland State Girls Basketball Class 4A Championship

Alana Powell

Daughter of Minister Darlene Taylor

Perry Hall High School (5/28/15)

Will attend Morgan State University

Honor Roll Senior Year


Congratulations to Our Graduates and Award Recipients

High School to College

Jordan A. Troy

Son of Sis. Kimberly Brice, grandson of Sis. Mae Williams, and Great-grandson of Mother Lillie Mae Campbell

Parkville High School (5/31/15)

Attending Essex Community College/work

Kuante Chez Sargent

Son of Sanchez Steptoe, Great-Great Nephew of Sis. Annie Norris

New Town High School (6/2/15)

Will attend Manor Community College, PA

Full Sport (Basketball) Scholarship

Kayla S. Sanders

Daughter of Trus. John & Sis. Karen Cole Sanders

Woodlawn Senior High School (5/29/15)

Will attend Stratford University as a Culinary Art major

Lauren Highsmith

Daughter of Sis. Audrey Highsmith and Granddaughter of Deaconess Hallie Allen

Bowie State University (5/23/15)

Awarded Bachelors of Science degree in Sports Management

Seeking employment in field of study

Michael W. Bright, Jr.

Son of Sis. Thelma Stewart & Michael Bright, Sr. and Grandson of Sis. Evelyn Bright & Sister Felicia Gault

Lancaster Bible College (5/8/15) Awarded Bachelors of Arts in Spiritual Formation and Discipleship and Biblical Studies.

Currently employed at Lancaster Bible College

Amira Powell

Daughter of Minister Darlene Taylor

Overlea High School (5/26/15)

Will attend Hampton University

Certificate of Financial Studies (Academy of Finance), Certificate of Completion—Child Care Services (preschool certificate), Scholarship to Hampton University, Raymond Gercke Memorial Scholarship, Commitment/Dedication Award DCCA/Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), World Language Award, Certificate of Appreciation—FBLA, Maryland Scholastic Award—graduating top 5% of graduating class, Consecutive honor roll, Balti-more County Public Schools Recogni-tion Award—2011, 2015 Award of Excellence—Baltimore County Public Schools—Career and Technology Education Program—Child Care

College and Beyond



On Sunday, March 27th, the Deaconesses travelled downtown to give out bags of food, water, and toiletries to the homeless who gather at Saint Vincent's Catholic Church. With the help of our church family, we were able to give out fifty-five bags of food. A special thanks to Sis. Kimberly Pelzer for the bag of toiletries with bible verses.

We want to thank Deacon Kelly, Deacon Bostick, and Deacon Owens who traveled with us. Also in attendance were Sis. Kitty Owens, Deaconess Mary Murphy, Deaconess Ollie Kelly, Sis. Audrey Highsmith, Sis. Michele Bright and yours truly, Deaconess Hallie Allen. A special thanks to our church family for their contributions.

Please continue to say a special prayer for Deaconess Mary Guthrie.

Submitted by: Deaconess Hallie Allen

The Deaconesses Ministry

FCCBC Continues Expansion Plans

We are continuing expansion plans for the 24,000 square foot property located at 4201 Groveland Avenue. The Planning Committee’s first priority was to clean and clear the grounds. Contractors were hired to clear the debris, fill in the foundation, and grade the area to make the lot level. Tree limbs were trimmed from a rotting tree located in the front of the property to avoid harm if the tree were to fall over.

Congregation members were asked for suggestions on property use at our Spring church meeting. Several alternatives are under consideration.

We know that we cannot do this alone and ask you to partner with us through prayer and financial support of our Building Fund campaign. We look forward to keeping you updated on all that God is doing.

The Planning Committee consisting of Chairman Jimmy Kelly, Deacon Keith Owens, Sr., and Trustees Shirley Carter, Yolanda Cash, Marilyn Dorsey, Henry Smith, and Robert White continue working together as we move forward with our expansion plans.

Upcoming Youth Fellowship

Before Clean-up... After Clean-up...

Photos courtesy of Trustee

Henry Smith

Vacation Bible School Kick-Off

In spite of the oppressive heat, scores came out on Saturday, June 13th to engage in activities that herald the coming of our Vacation Bible School. A few braved the heat to play basketball but some physical activities were curtailed secondary to the heat. Cold drinks and frozen cups helped to keep the heat at bay. The heat, however, did not prevent the children from enthusiastically enjoying the moon bounce. Another activity included body painting. Many children and a few adults availed themselves of this craft.

Free, free, free. This was the order of the day. A free place to eat and a free place to shop. Free food included hot dogs, hamburgers, chips, and freshly popped popcorn. Free flea market items included books, household items, and clothing. Many found little treasures among the donated items.

In addition to the festivities, scores were registered, We enjoyed a great fellowship and a spirit of cooperation and cohesiveness among our members. We thank God for all that were instru-mental in making our Kick Off a success. We anticipate seeing all during Vacation Bible School.

Mark your calendars and plan to attend FCCBC’s

Vacation Bible School 2015

Monday, June 29th - Friday, July 3, 2015

6:00-9:00 p.m. nightly

Theme: “Jesus… The True Superhero”

(Savior * Protector * Provider)

Scripture: …”Put on the whole armor of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil”… (EPH 6:11) KJV

Register your Family and Come! Bring a friend

Learn God’s Word Create Arts and Craft Projects

Participate in Structured Games & Sports Enjoy Light Dinner Nightly

Strengthen Your Relationship With Christ



Photo courtesy of Trustee Henry Smith

Potpourri

Member Spotlights

Sis. Sharon Robinson was recognized for high marks in Wednesday night bible study.

Helpful Hints

To chill drinks fast and keep them cold in a cooler, add enough water and ice cubes to

completely cover the cans and bottles. Add a handful of table salt. Place your

drinks in the ice water solution and stir them all around for 2-5 minutes.

Submitted by Sis. Felicia Gault

Thanks to all for supporting our newsletter ministry.

Articles, photos, and suggestions for our Summer edition are due to Sis. Sharon Johnson or Sis. Leslie Hyman by 9/1/15. Articles and photos may be emailed to [email protected].

Happy Mother’s Day!

Sis. Carolyn Smith presented Urban Financial Services Coalition-Central Maryland’s High School Oratorical Contest Second Place award to Sis. Amira Powell.

Jayme' and Javier Troy are back playing on the Gardenville Grays Little League Baseball In-house and Travel teams. Jayme's position is shortstop. He was awarded a scholarship. Javier was selected to play on the "older" team because of his pitching ability. Javier's position is pitcher and bat catcher. Please keep them in prayer as they travel to and from their games.

Photo courtesy of Sis. Leslie Hyman

Photo courtesy of Sis. Mae Williams

On Mother’s Day, May 10, 2015, L a d y B r i d g e t t T u c k e r a n d Mother Lillie Mae Campbell were presented with Mother’s Day flowers by our 2015 Women’s Day Chair Sis. Tisheena Owens and Co-Chair Sis. Lalita Shaw.

Photos courtesy of Sis. Leslie Hyman

Sis. Aleea Powell will be performing at the NSO Washington National Opera Institute being held at The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts on July 11th at 6 p.m. Over 100 students from across the country and around the world audition every year; only about 30 are selected to participate. Watch for free at the Kennedy Center or stream online at <http://www.kennedy-center.org/explorer/live/>.

Photo courtesy of Trustee Henry Smith

May (inadvertently omitted)

16th—Bro. Ottoway & Sis. Audrey Gregg (45 years)

27th—Trustee Rudolph & Sis. Barbara Cole (26 years)

July

15th— Bro. Gordon & Sis. Rosetta Quarles (48years)

30th — Deacon Keith and Sis. Icelon (Kitty) Owens (38 years)

30th — Trustee Henry & Sis. Carolyn Smith ( 44 years)

August

12th—Deacon Lawrence and Deaconess Diane Waller (43 yrs)

30th — Bro. Lawrence & Sis. Eileen McCloud (35 years)

September

7th — Kermit & Sis. Yvette Fowlkes (2 years)

21st — Wayne & Sis. Chrystal Nichols (2 years)

23rd — Bro. Karl & Sis. LaNecia Owens (10 years)

July

Bro. Darrell Aldridge

Sis. Amy Arthur

Sis. Kimberly Brice

Dea. Garry Carter

Byron Colbert

Sis. Gwendolyn Edwards

Sis. Sheila Fenwick

Sis. Audrey Gregg

Bro. Ottaway Gregg

Master Arion Heaggans

Sis. Delores Hines

Ebony Jenkins

Bro. Leroy McAllister

Sis. Renita Page

Sis. Evette Parker

Trus. Henry Smith

Master Jordan Troy

Dea. Lawrence Waller

Teyonna Wright

August

Bro. Bruce Flanigan

Sis. Yvette Fowlkes

Sis. Felicia Gault

Sis. Tequila Haynes

Roscoe Johnson IV

Deaconess Ollie Kelly

Bro. Roberto Melendez

Sis. Flore Mincey

Sis. Yvette Fowlkes

Rev. London Ratcliff

Bro. Jared Smith

Bro. Frank Speller

Bro. Calvin Taylor

Bro. Terrence Thrweatt

Master Jayme Troy

Bro. Tyler White

September

Deaconess Hallie Allen

Sis. Winifred Berry

Sis. Theresa Boyd

Sis. Michelle Bright

Sis. Linda Daye

Bro. Oliver Hill

Bro. Walter Jones

Cynthia Kenol

Bro. Michael Montoute

Sis. Annie Norris

Sis. Tisheena Owens

Miss Kennedee Pelzer

Sis. Carolyn Phillips

Sis. Alana Powell

Sis. Amira Powell

Miss Shilo Randall-Bryant

Evangelist Juliette Samuels

Sis. Lalita Shaw

Miss Sydney Smith

Master Tedrick Spicer

Sis. Bridgete ‘Sofie’ Tucker

Wedding Anniversary Wishes

Blessings and Birthday Wishes To:

Please continue to pray for:

The Prior family on the loss of Bro. Wilbert Prior

The Bostick on the loss of Deaconess Ada Bostick’s

sister, Barbara Hewett

The Waller family on the loss of Deacon Waller’s

brother in law Clarence Brogdon

The Quarles family on the loss of Sis. Rosetta

Quarles brother-in-law Billy Ward

The Hale family on the loss of Deaconess Hermene

Hale

The Webb and Carter families on the loss of Sis.

Mary Webb’s brother in law, Seaward Morton

Deacon Garry Carter and family on the loss of his

aunt Ruth Ann Stewart

The Guthrie family on the loss of

Deaconess Mary Guthrie

Cast your burden on the Lord who will sustain

you Psalm 55:22

When those we love have left this earth, we still can

feel them near. We'll see a picture, hear a song, and

it’s just like they are here. And when we call upon

our faith, when we believe and trust, we know the

ones we care about are always close to us.

Constance Parker Graham


FCCBC Wishes Comfort and Peace

Please advise Sis. Michelle Bright of birthday updates.

July 2015

1-3 Vacation Bible School 6-9 pm nightly

10 Anointed Vessels Anniversary 7:00 p.m.

14 Worship with North Star 7:30 p.m.

19 Baptismal Service (if candidates) 9:30 a.m.

26 Family & Friends Day All Day

August 2015

2 Unity Baptist will worship with us 3:30 p.m.

16 Baptismal Service (if candidates) 9:30 a. m.

16 Worship with Gethsemane 3:00 p.m.

21 Annual Men In Black 7:00 p.m.

30 Missionary Ministry Anniversary 3:30 p.m.

September 2015

3 Quarterly Official Board meeting 7:00 p. m.

6 Male Chorus Anniversary a.m. service

13 Worship with Isaiah Baptist Church 3:00 p. m.

16 Service leading up to Pastor’s Anniversary 7:30 p.m.

20 Baptismal Service (if candidates) 9:30 a. m.


27 Humphrey Chorale Anniversary a.m. service


Please refer to weekly bulletin for updates

Sunday School 9:15 a.m. Sundays

New Members Ministry 9:30 a.m. 1st & 2nd Sundays

Mid-Day Bible Study 1:00 p.m. Tuesdays (on break)

Prayer & Praise Service 6:00 –6:45 p.m. Wednesdays (note change)

Bible Study 7:00 p.m. Wednesdays (on break)

Baptismal Service 9:30 a.m. Third Sunday

HCE Rehearsals 7:00 p.m. Refer to monthly schedule

Male Chorus Rehearsal 7:00 p.m. Refer to monthly schedule

Unified Voices 7:00 p.m. Refer to monthly schedule

Voices of Praise Rehearsal 7:00 p.m. Refer to monthly schedule

Our Known Sick & Shut-In Dea. Walter Adams—4613 Belvieu Avenue, 21207 Sis. Pam Chapman—2707 Spelman Rd., Apt. B-1, 21225 Bro. Thomas Davis—3029 Woodhaven Ave., 21236 Dea. Magnolia Ervin—4625 Hawksbury Rd., 21208 Bro. Oliver Hill — 7004 Queen Anne Road, 21207 Sis. Mary Johnson—Future Care, 4800 Seton Drive, 21215 Sis. Renita Page, 4401 N. Rogers Ave., B-1, 21215 Bro. Calvin Taylor, Genesis Healthcare, 9109 Liberty Rd., 21133

Prayer List Bro. John Arthur Sis. Joynella Bevel

Mother Lillie Mae Campbell Sis. Dené Cole Trustee Ronnie Cole Bro. Ottaway Gregg

Bro. Walter Jones, Jr. Sis. Annie Norris Sis. Annie Smith Bro. James Spears

Sis. Ann Taylor

REMEMBER THE SICK AND SHUT-IN EVERYWHERE IN YOUR PRAYERS. ANY ACT OF KINDNESS CAN MAKE A BIG DIFFERENCE IN THEIR LIVES.

Church Calendar

Regularly Scheduled Ministries


In God’s House...

The congregation shall stand when the choir enters the sanctuary

The congregation shall stand during the reading of the Gospels (Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John)

All pulpit ministers shall wear white or black robes on Communion Sunday (as appropriate)

During Communion, no one shall exit or enter the sanctuary

Blessings of infants are to take place on the first Sunday of the month

Turn off cell phones/electronic devices

As we praise and worship God in this House, we are reminded to adhere to the following:

Theresa Boyd

LaNecia Owens

Rev. London Ratcliff

Larry Womack

You are now a member of the FCCBC Family

Welcome to our New/Reinstated Members

First Christian Community Baptist Church

4116 Groveland Avenue

Baltimore, Maryland 21215

Visit our website at www.myfccbc.org

Strengthen Pray for Educate one another

First Christian Community Baptist Church Men’s Fellowship

All men are invited to come out every 4th Monday at 7 p.m.

July 26th • August 23rd • September 27th

Upcoming Services, Programs, and Fellowships

FCCBC Men’s Bowling Fellowship

Bowling * Pizzas * Sodas * Fellowship

July 18, 2015

Noon– 3:00 p.m.

Brunswick Normandy Lanes

8419 Baltimore National Pike

Ellicott City, MD

Young men aged 16 and under bowl for free

Contact Dea. Garry Carter or any male member to sponsor a young man, purchase

tickets, or for more information

Please join the FCCBC Missionary

Ministry as they celebrate their 61st anniversary

August 30, 2015 - 3:30 P.M.

Reverend James E. Butler, Canaan Missionary Baptist Church,

will be the speaker for this

special occasion.

Please come out to help us celebrate our anniversary.

We're gonna have a Good Time!

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