Francis of Assisi, 13th Century:
“For it is in giving that we receive; it is in pardoning that we are pardoned; it is in dying that we are born to eternal life!”
Memorial Day:
Let us honor the people who have given their lives to protect the freedoms of our country.
Let us also remember the people who have given their lives to serve the Lord.
Sunday, May 25, 2025:
Today, donations will be accepted for the Scholarship Ministry. All monies will be used toward the purchase of scholarship awards, recognition awards, school supplies, backpacks, etc.
Juneteenth:
Sunday, June 8th – Women of Faith will meet immediately after the morning worship to pack the hygiene bags.
Saturday, June 14th – which is only three (3) weeks away, the Women of Faith have reserved a space at the festival. If you would like to donate items please see Sister Danielle Freeman. If you would like to make a cash donation towards the purchase of items, use the “Juneteenth” envelopes located on the round table in the Sanctuary. Thank you for participating.
Envelopes:
Your numbered Offering Envelopes will be available on June 1st. They will be on the tables in the Fellowship Hall after the morning worship. Please take your envelopes home.
Gideon International:
Gideon greeting cards are now available: Sympathy, Thinking of You, Recognition, etc. If you would like to use a Gideon card, see Sister Nora West or Sister Judy K. Brooks for information.
*Have/Need Board:*
The Have/Need Board is located in the Fellowship Hall on the wall next to the refreshment table. If you have something to give away or that you do not want, fill out the “I Have” card & post on the board. If you need something, fill out the “I Need” card & post on the board. Someone may need what you have, and someone may have what you need. Thank you.
**Employment Board:**
Employment Board has new job postings.
**Weather:**
If the church has to close because of bad weather conditions, the notification will be on Channel 1, 4, and 7, on the “Closing” strip at the bottom of the screen.
Bulletin Boards:
Please review the following boards for new information and postings: (1) Event board (2) Youth/Children’s board (3) Nurses/Health board (4) Employment board (5) Have/Need board (6) Prayer Tree.
Coffee and Free Bread Items:
These items, when available, can be found in the Fellowship Hall after morning worship service.
Prayer Tree in Fellowship Hall:
If you need prayer, print your request on the sticky note and tape to the Prayer Tree in the Fellowship Hall (located on wall near piano & windows). We will pray for you. When your request has been answered, please remove the sticky note. Thank you.
CHOIR:
We’re looking for new members for the Choir. If interested, please see Pastor Robinson or Tailisha Drayton.
**Please Take a Few Minutes**
Review the 4 Bulletin Boards in the Back foyer:
– Church Bulletin Board
– Employment Board
– Children & Youth Board
– Nurses Guild Board
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**COMING SOON:**
* National Day of Prayer *
* SonRays Basket Fundraiser & Bake Sale *
* Mother’s Day Themed Worship Service *
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REMINDERS:
LET US KNOW WHEN YOUR NAME. ADDRESS, APARTMENT, OR PHONE NUMBER HAS CHANGED. MANY CARDS/LETTERS HAVE BEEN RETURNED BECAUSE OF WRONG INFORMATION ON ENVELOPE. PLEASE FILL OUT THE FORM ON THE TABLE IN THE BACK FOYER AND PUT IT IN THE SPECIALLY MARKED BOX. YOU MAY ALSO SUBMIT THIS INFORMATION ONLINE BY EMAILING THE CHURCH OFFICE AT DABC965@GMAIL.COM WITH YOUR NAME AND THE INFORMATION THAT HAS CHANGED.
DON’T FORGET TO PRACTICE SOCIAL DISTANCING WHILE IN THE BUILDING. SIT IN THE PEWS MARKED BY THE BLUE TAPE.
