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WEEKEND WORSHIP @ THE PARK Weekend Worship Scripture ‐ 1 Chronicles 29:13
SATURDAY, January 4, 2020
6:30 P.M. “Listen Up”, Scripture: Mark 1:21-28, Focus v. 24
SUNDAY, January 5, 2020
7:30 A.M. Sermon: “It’s In Your Hands”, Scripture: 2 Kings 8:1-6, Focus v. 1
1100 A.M. - Sermon: “Cleared For Take Off”, Scripture: Mark 1:21-28, Focus v. 24 Weekend Hymn of Praise “So Glad I’m Here”, #304 (African Heritage Hymnal)
UPCOMING EVENTS
Just Mercy - Put the movie “Just Mercy” on your must-see list, starring Michael B. Jordan and Jamie Foxx, as it tells the story of the Alabama based attorney, Bryan Stevenson, who deals with justice for African Americans on Death Row. This is right in line with our Social Justice Ministry and it’s a film that needs to be seen by many.
Join us every Wednesday (Wonderful Wednesdays With Jesus) at 12:00 noon (The Power Hour – A 1 Hour Worship Experience in the West Sanctuary and during the evening (6:45p.m. – Main Sanctuary) when our Pastor leads us in Prayer, Praise, and Bible Study.
JOIN US EVERY FRIDAY MORNING – 6:30 a.m. – (302)202-1102 Conference Code: 192857. Periscope - @REVHPDIII (Twitter) – Facebook Live and you can Follow Our Church (@FBCHighlandPark) on Twitter and Facebook and #Hash Tag us (#CITYONTHEHILL, #POWERATTHEPARK, #FBCHighlandPark) on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook. Spread the Word! MAKE SURE YOU GET OUR FREE FIRST BAPTIST HIGHLAND PARK APP ON YOUR PHONE! YOU CAN FIND IT IN YOUR APPLE/GOOGLE STORE.
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Broadcast Ministry Saturday – 7:30 a.m. – 104.1 FM (www.PraiseDC.com) Sunday – 6:30 a.m. (www.wpgc.com)
You can also access our ministry through the free Light Source App where we are alongside of a number of prominent ministries.
Get our free First Baptist Highland Park App on your smart devices and stream live worship services along with having the ability to access services On-Demand. You can also download the free Light Source app to your mobile devices, as First Baptist Highland Park is one of the featured Ministries and you can also access previous sermons.
Apple Corporation Discount - Due to our relationship with Apple Corporation, when you are in their stores making purchases, make sure that you tell them that you are a member of First Baptist Highland Park and you will receive a discount.
THE NATIONAL BAPTIST CONGRESS: The National Baptist Congress, a subsidiary of the National Baptist Convention USA Inc., meets this week at the Baltimore Convention Center, Baltimore, Maryland. More than 20,000 Black Baptists will be a part of this meeting if you want to witness this meeting. The National Baptist Convention USA Inc. will come to the National Gaylord in September 2020.
JOIN MILLENNIALS EVERY MONDAY at 6:30 a.m., 712-770-3688 - Conference Code: 444312. Follow us on Facebook @ The Plug FBHP and Instagram @fbhp__theplug146 Spread the Word!
HIGHLIGHTER - The New Highlighter is looking for willing workers to become a part of this ministry. If you have a desire to write, become a church reporter or just haven’t decided where you can best use your talents for the Lord
this may be the ministry for you. For more information contact Reverend Altheria Barnett at [email protected]
If you have received an award or want to share a special event of your life please forward your information to [email protected] or place the information in the Highlighter mailbox located on the first floor of the James J. McCord Education Building.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
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BUSINESS BY THE BOOK – Do you want to grow your business biblically? Business by The Book is a small eight weeks study group. Classes are held on Thursdays (7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.) and Saturdays from (10:00 a.m. – 12 p.m). For more information, please contact facilitators, Debra Jackson and/or Spurgin Waters at [email protected] or the Administrative Office at 301-773-6655. Go to our website under Christian Education, select Business by the Book and scroll down to register, or click here.
BIRTHDAY CORNER
FEBRUARY BIRTHDAY MINISTRY: Please come and join us! The February Birthday Ministry meets every 1st Saturday of the month at 9:00 a.m. in Room 202 of the James J. McCord Education Building. Looking forward to seeing you there!
CHRISTIAN EDUCATION CORNER
FABULOUS FRIDAY BIBLE STUDY - The Friday Bible Study meet on Fridays, at 7:00 p.m. in the board room of the James J. McCord Education Building. Come join us for Bible History, Old Testament and New Testament studies and Bible Prophecy as we study the book of Revelation. This is a small bible study group facilitated
by Reverend James Barnett and Brother Jahmiel McBride. For more information, please contact the Administrative Office at (301) 773-6655.
SUNDAY BIBLICAL INSTITUTE - Classes are held each Sunday, 9:30-10:30 a.m. in the James J. McCord Education Building right across campus as well as in the East Chapel next door.
Deacon Ray Nobles’ Sunday Biblical Institute Class (9:30 a.m.) now meets in the new chapel – right across the hall from the Main Sanctuary on the East Side of the Building.
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CHURCH OFFICE CORNER
2020 FINANCIAL AND OTHER PROCEDURES WORKSHOP – Don’t worry if you have missed the first workshop. The
Financial team will host the second 2020 Financial and Other Procedures Workshop for Ministry Leaders and any member of First Baptist Church of Highland Park who would like to attend. The workshop will be held on Monday, January 13, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. in
Banquet Hall B. MANDATORY attendance is required for all Ministry Heads and Treasurers. 2020 Budgets will be issued at this meeting. Any questions may be directed to Gary C. Clark, Treasurer on 301-773-6655.
CHANGE OF ADDRESS: In order for us to help you receive your information in a timely manner, please update your address and telephone number with the Administrative Office. Change of Address Forms are available in the Administrative Office and on-line at
http://www.fbhp.org/PDF/Forms_AddressChange.pdf
ALL REQUESTS: All announcements and events, space request, and work request, are due by 12:00 pm (Noon) on Monday and sent to [email protected]. Check requests are due by 12:00pm (Noon) on Monday and turned in to Accounts Payable. If announcements and events are received after 12:00 pm on Monday, they will be placed in the following week’s announcements and events. This still applies even if there is a holiday.
DRIVERS ARE NEEDED!! All interested persons please contact the Administrative Office at 301-773-6655.
LOST SOMETHING? Check with Security for your Lost and Found Items! “All Lost and Found items that have been found and turned into an usher, Security Officer, or parishioner can be picked up at the Security Office in the Education building. The Lost and Found is operated by FBHP’s Security to help found items find their way back home. Security stores all items a minimum of 30 days before disposal.”
MARYLAND HABITAT FOR HUMANITY: The First Baptist Highland Park has partnered with the Maryland Habitat for Humanity as part of a local, community
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faith-based initiative to assist those in need with household repairs, weatherization, and appliance repair. Services are geared towards low, fixed income residents. If you would like to receive additional information about this program, please contact the Administrative Office at 301-773-6655.
FINE ARTS CORNER
PRAISE POWER MINISTRY – Praise Power needs you!! – Have you thought about joining the praise dance ministry? All dance levels are welcome and there is a group for everyone to praise the Lord. The recruitment team is available to answer your questions at the registration table by the bookstore the first Sunday in April and May. Rehearsals for adults begin at 7:00 p.m. – 8:45 p.m. (Monday, Tuesday & Friday); Angel and Mighty Power begin at 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. You may call the Administrative Office at 301-773-6655 and provide your contact information.
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF HIGHLAND MUSIC AND ARTS DEPARTMENT: Our choir needs you! Please consider joining one of our choirs. Assigned Sundays and rehearsal dates are:
Choir Assigned Sunday Rehearsal Date & Time
The Inspirational Voices (TIV) 1st Sunday Tuesday, 7:00 p.m.
Lucy Wyatt Mass Choir 2nd Sunday Thursday 7:00 p.m.
Mighty Men Of God 3rd Sunday, 7:30 a.m. Tuesday, 7:00 p.m.
Voices of Hope (VOH) 3rd Sunday, 11:00 a.m. Monday, 7:00 p.m.
Sunbeam Choir 3rd Sunday, 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, before the 2nd & 3rd Sundays, 6:30 p.m.
True Praise 4th Sunday Thursday, 7:00 p.m.
A registration table will be set up in the Lower Atrium after each service. We look
forward to having you join us!
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HEALTH AND FITNESS CORNER
TEEN FITNESS - Attention girl tweens and teens. A wellness and fitness ministry is coming just for you. Stay tuned in the coming weeks for more information. Questions, call the Administrative Office and leave a message for T’Aani Swazy.
FAITH STRONG - Winter is now upon us, but don’t let that interfere with your conditioning and activity. Through our Power Fit and Wellness Ministries opportunities will be extended to help you to improve your fitness. It’s always good to have something to shoot for and that’s why we start talking now about the Rock and Roll Marathon (www.runrocknroll.com)in our nation’s capital on Saturday, March 28, 2020 where you will have the opportunity to participate in a 26.2, 13.1, or the 5K. Hit the gym. Utilize your treadmills. Buy a jump rope. Remember that health is wealth and with Jesus at the center of life your life, the rest of your life should be the very best of your life.
Improve your fitness by participating in a PowerFIT class. Cardio classes are held the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Mondays of the month at 6:30 p.m.
Pilates classes are held on Tuesdays at 7 p.m. Line Dancing classes are held on Fridays at 7 p.m. No Excuses! Be PowerFIT!
CANCER SUPPORT MINISTRY - Attention all! The Cancer Support Ministry recognize the winter months are here! We invite you to join us for a spirit-filled conference call from 7-8 p.m. on:
January 20, 2020 February 17, 2020 March 16, 2020
We will resume our regular in-house ministry on Monday, April 20, 2020. The conference call #425-436-6200 then put in access code 725315# when prompted.
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ATTENTION MEMBERS: Active wear for FBCHP and Faith Strong magnets may be purchased. Please stop by the Book Store after all services to place your order.
HEALTH TIP: Be sure to wash/sanitize your hands after pumping gas, as you do not know what germs you can contract.
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT CORNER
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Are You Experienced in Sales, Merchandising, and Customer Service? Are you interested in working in the “Books, Gifts, Etc.?” Bookstore?
YOUR CHURCH NEEDS YOU! All interested persons please send email message of interest and contact information to [email protected]. NOTE: All Volunteers must undergo a mandatory criminal background check and sign a volunteer release form.
Detailing Minds, Inc. Transportation Services is hiring Full-Time Drivers – Call Charles Watkins at (301) -9303 or (240)695-2203.
OUTREACH CORNER THE SELF CARE MINISTRY - Jesus said “Come to Me, all you who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For My yoke is easy and My burden is light.” Matthew 11:28-30.
THE SELF CARE MINISTRY – (God’s Enduring Love) Jesus said “Come to Me,
all you who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give
you rest. Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me,
for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest
for your souls. For My yoke is easy and My burden is
light.” Matthew 11:28-30. At First Baptist of Highland
Park, we welcome you if you are struggling with the
issues of life, or if you feel that life is just not worth living anymore. We believe that God
loves us and wants us to have life and have it more abundantly.
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We encourage you to talk to someone, and do it right away. Call the Administrative Office at 301-773-6655. You can also visit our website at https://www.fbhp.org/outreach/. We can connect you with someone to talk to, in privacy and in confidence. Just remember, God loves you.
MISSIONS AT THE PARK - The Missionary Ministry invites you to visit the Lower Wyatt Annex on Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. and some Sundays. Please call the Missionary Office at 301-773-6655, extension 269 for additional information. Clothes Closet and Food Pantry
–serving those in need.
HOPE REBORN - Hope Reborn is a Ministry focused on rebuilding dreams, hopes and lives for those experiencing divorce or martial separation following the processes of “DivorceCare Ministries.”
Group Sessions will be conducted weekly, beginning Sunday January 5, 2020 through April 5, 2020 9:30 a.m. –
11:00 a.m. in Room 211 in the James J. McCord Education Building. Pre-registration will be conducted outside of the bookstore after each service. Ministry Contact – Rev. Dr. Albert E. Fontenot Jr or Sister Dorothy J Fontenot email - [email protected] or 240-510-3531.
January 20, 2020 February 17, 2020 March 16, 2020 We will resume our regular in-house ministry on Monday, April 20, 2020. The conference call #425-436-6200 then put in
access code 725315# when prompted.
MISSIONARY MINISTRY – Missions matter FREE CLOTHING at the Clothing Closet Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. The Clothing Closet provides quality clothing, gently worn, some shoes too. The collection is for men, women and children of all sizes. April attractions – baby clothes (sizes 0 – 3T). For more information, please contact the Missionary Office at 301-773-6655 ext. 269.
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LOTT CAREY GLOBAL CHRISTIAN MISSIONAL COMMUNITY extends the Christian witness around the world. Through prayer partnership, financial support, and technical assistance, we come alongside indigenous communities to support Ministries of evangelism, compassion, empowerment, and advocacy. Together along with the Missionary Ministry are touching lives with transforming love.
MISSIONARY MINISTRY: Do you want to belong to a ministry that gives you true fulfillment? Do you have a loving and caring heart for all of God’s people? Join the Missionary Ministry. Meetings are every 4th Saturday, 10:00 a.m., Room 209 in the Education Building. Questions are welcomed about the Ministry; please contact Mary H. Odom, President of Missionary Ministry or the Administrative Office at 301-773-6655.
USHER’S MINISTRY – The Usher’s Ministry is now recruiting all men, women, boys and girls to assist with greeting and seating of the congregation during regular services and special events. If you have a heart for serving the usher’s ministry is for you. Please join us for our next Usher’s meeting on the third Saturday each month. On that date, we will begin training all new participants at 10:30 a.m. followed by our monthly meeting at 12:00 noon. For questions please contact the President of the Ministry Valore M. Cave through the Administrative Office at 301-773-6655. Thanks in advance and we look forward to hearing from you. See you at our next meeting.
Just think about it ...if you are LED by the LORD to be an usher consider joining. The heart of an usher is the heart of a servant, and he/she does his/her work for the Lord. For questions, please contact the President of the Ministry Valore M. Cave through the Administrative Office at 301-773-6655 or give your name and number to any usher. Thanks in advance and we look forward to hearing from you.
GREETERS MINISTRY RECRUITMENT – If you’re interested in making weekend worshipers feel welcome as they enter through our doors; this might be the Ministry for you. Please call our Church office to express your interest or leave your contact information at the front Reception desk after services.
WOMEN’S MINISTRY – The Women’s Ministry is looking for eight (8) volunteers to help with counting the donated glasses and package them for shipping. If you have a heart to serve, please contact the Administrative Office at 301-773-6655.
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WOMEN’S CORNER JOYFULLY IN HIS CARE –
Those who pre-ordered the book of testimonies, Joyfully In His Care: Women Living In All Circumstances may pick up your prepaid book orders after the noon day New Year’s Eve Service and on Sunday, January 5, 2020 and January 12, 2020 after Sunday worship services.
YOUNG ADULT CORNER
JOIN MILLENNIALS EVERY MONDAY at 6:30 a.m., 712-770-3688 - Conference Code: 444312. Follow us on Facebook @ The Plug FBHP and Instagram @fbhp__theplug146 Spread the Word!
We are Trusting God to Empower us to do Much More for His Kingdom in 2019. So, come with a heart ready to receive and don’t forget to invite a Friend! For more information or for questions please contact The Plug Young Adult Ministry at [email protected]
THE PLUG YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY - Calling ALL FBHP members and friends! Please join The Plug Young Adult Ministry as we host Wonderful Wednesdays with Jesus. Our messenger for the evening will be Minister Brandon Maclin from The Sanctuary at Kingdom Square! Join us for prayer at 6:30 p.m., praise and worship at 6:45 p.m. and the service at 7:00 p.m. Bring your friends, family and neighbors! You don't want to miss the exciting night of worship!
YOUTH CORNER
The Clergymates of Prince George's County is sponsoring their 34th Annual County-wide Oratorical Contest on March 14, 2020 at 2:00 pm. We are inviting all youth grades 4 to 12 of First Baptist Church of Highland Park to participate. This is our way of fostering public speaking skills in our youth.
All interested parents or youth wanting additional information please contact Rev. Altheria Barnett through the Administrative Office.
LANGLEY SCHOOL WEBINAR - An independent school may be the right choice for some students. The Langley School shares a webinar that highlights the benefits
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of an independent school education. Diversity is important to the families that choose to be a part of the Langley community. Hear from our parents, teachers, and students about how they define community, view its benefits, and seek environments of true belonging and value. Webinar Replay | Voices of Community Members | 64-Second Video
COMPASSION INTERNATIONAL SUNDAY – Compassion International is a Christian child development organization dedicated to releasing children from poverty. Through sponsorship, children are able to participate in a church-based program that offers life-changing benefits that range from educational opportunities to health care.
PRE-ALGEBRA, ALGEBRA 1, - Attention adults, Vernon Gordon will be offering tutoring sessions in Pre-Algebra and Algebra 1, these classes will be held the first Monday of each month in room 312. If you wish to participate, please contact Mr. Gordon through the Administrative Office.
THE VOLUNTEER NURSERY MINISTRY - The Volunteer Nursery Ministry for ages 2-5 years old is located in Room 129 of the Education Building starting each Sunday at 10:45 a.m. Adult and teen volunteers are welcomed. For more information, contact Coordinator-Deacon Loretta Queen or
the Administrative Office 301-773-6655.
JESUS AND ME (JAM) – All Parents and Youths - We are looking forward to youth of all ages coming out on Friday nights to learn more about God’s Word in a fun and engaging environment. Throughout the year we also offer the youth an
opportunity to engage in additional activities such as the Teen All-nighter, The Harvest Festival, Teen Retreat, AWANA Camp and more. The AWANA Ministry ministers to children 3 yrs. of age through 6th grade. The Teen Ministry ministers to youth 7th through 12th grade. We are also in need of adult volunteers, anyone interested please contact Rev. Altheria Barnett through the Administrative Office.
FBHP GIRL SCOUTS will be registering girls in grades K5 - 12th for the 2019 - 2020 scout year, after Sunday services. We are also looking for adult leaders who will be willing to give their time to help young girls continue to develop and become assets to society. If there are any questions please contact Jane McCray, through the Administrative Office 301-773-6655.
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CHILDREN’S PERIOD – An Afternoon of Word and Worship. Please join us on the 1st, 4th and 5th Sundays of the month for ages 6-12. Please bring your bible and your offering.
YOUTH MINISTRIES: Working in ministry with children is rewarding!!! Come help us minister to the needs of the youth of First Baptist Highland Park. Anyone interested in working with AWANA, Teens or the Children's Period please contact Rev. Altheria Barnett, [email protected] or the Administrative Office. The Tutorial Ministry student registration is now!
THE TUTORIAL MINISTRY NEEDS READING TUTORS! The Tutorial Ministry is in need of Reading and Language Art Tutors (for grades 3 through 12). We have lost most of our tutors to other ministries or for personal reasons however if you would like to make a difference in a student’s academic achievement and you are interested in becoming part of a dynamic ministry, please contact the Administrative Office at 301.779-6655 and email to [email protected] and refer to in subject line FBCHP TUTOR
TITHE 10 REASONS WHY YOU SHOULD TITHE Tithe: To tithe is to freely give one-tenth of one’s income to God through His Church.
1. It is Biblical – Approved by God in Old and New Testaments Malachi 3:10; Matthew 23:23 2. To Show Your Love toward God – Song of Solomon 8:7 3. It demonstrates that you put God and His work first – Matthew 6:33 4. It is a Testimony that you recognize and acknowledge God’s ownership – Psalms 24:1 5. It Helps to Spread the Gospel – 1 Corinthians 9:14 6. Because You Want to Avoid a Curse and Escape Condemnation – Malachi 3:8, 9 7. It is an act of worship – Nehemiah 10:38 8. It is Holy unto the Lord and it belongs to Him – Leviticus 27:30 9. It gives confidence in the practice of prayer – 1 John 3:22 10. God’s blessings are upon individuals who will tithe – Proverbs 3:9, 10
By downloading the Givelify (www.givelify.com) app you can also give whenever the Spirit moves
and our church also has a giving Kiosk in the main hall as you exit the rear Sanctuary doors to your
left. You can also give through Cash App: $FBCHighlandPark (please provide your full name and/or
your membership number).
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Our Offerings are those gifts that go beyond the tithe and it is to that end that each Disciple at
Highland Park is asked to consider giving a sacrificial gift of $365. BIG thanks go out to the
entire congregation for how Disciples financially supported Men’s Empowerment Weekend as we
seek to continue make a global difference.
“A Bible Believing, Christ Centered, and Spirit Led Congregation”
www.fbhp.org.