Bulletin for Sunday, September 29

September 26th, 2024

As We Gather

Sunday School Class Focus
Pastor Greg- Joyful Disciples

Prelude: "Touching Heaven, Changing Earth"
Melrose Instrumentalists

Opening of the Word
Kathryn, Brayden, & Ryan Pankey

Welcome
Pastor Mark

Welcome Song: #393 "Family of God"

As We Guide

Child Dedication of Fletcher Diane Perdue

Children's Sermon
Pastor Greg

As We Give

Hymn of the Month: #571 "This is the Day" & #365 "Song for the Nations"

Melrose Ministry Focus: Our Missions Partners

Offertory Prayer
Stephanie Cook

Offertory: "When You Believe"
Amy Mofield, soloists & Pastor Connie

Pastoral Prayer
Pastor Greg

As We Grow

Scripture Reading: Romans 15:22-33
Mary Gilley

Sermon: "A Conversation"
Pastor Mark & Paul Baxley

An Invitation: #380 "Make Me a Blessing"

As We Go

Announcements

Commissioning of Pastor Connie

Sending Song: #364 "Send the Light"

Benediction

Postlude

Events & Announcements

TONIGHT- Sing Share at 6:30 PM

Join us for a night of adoration and praise through music as we join with Vinton Baptist Church for a wonderful evening. Please plan to join us at Vinton Baptist Church at 6 PM this Sunday.

Upcoming- Youth Group Reunion

Anyone who has been a part of the Melrose Baptist Youth Group is welcome to attend a reunion on Saturday, October 5 from 11 AM- 5 PM in the Fellowship Hall. Lunch will be served at 1 PM with a group picture being taken at 3 PM. If you have any questions please contact Pam Wheeling.

Fall Bible Study AND Our New App

Pastor Mark invites all to join him for an 8-week Bible study starting on Wed., Sept. 25 at 6:15 PM in the Sanctuary. This season’s study is called, “What Comes Next: The Kingdom, Eternal Life, and the Return of Christ.” During this study Pastor Mark will be bringing light to the Kingdom of God, death and eternal life, the return of Christ, and judgment and renewal.

If you cannot join us in-person, then plan to join us virtually by watching the live stream on the NEW Melrose Baptist Church app! Within our own app you will find a curated Bible reading plan by Pastor Mark to go along with the study, live streamed study sessions as well as previously streamed sessions, our podcast series, church events and announcements, and so much more! Download the app now by clicking below!

Download The App

Upcoming- October Creatives Night

We will be holding our next Creatives Night on Sun., Oct. 5 at 5 PM in the Fellowship Hall. During the evening Kelda Flinchum will be walking us through customizing glass blocks using vinyl decals, ribbons, and lights. We are asking those that are planning to participate to please provide their own glass block by either:

Filling out the registration form below!
Registering by telling Blair you are coming and how you will pay for your glass block. You can call her at the office at 540-366-6631, ext. 5.
You can also order your own glass block from Hobby Lobby HERE.

The cost of the glass block is $8.99 and all others materials are being provided. We ask that you please register by Wed., Oct. 2!

Creatives Night: Custom Glass Block

For Creatives Night in October we will be customizing glass blocks by adding vinyl decals, lights, and ribbon to make a one-of-a-kind decorative piece.

The glass blocks needed can only be found at Hobby Lobby and are $8.99 per block. To make the process of the night easier, we are asking those who are planning to participate to please register for the event, let us know how you will be paying for your glass block, and if you are planning to use/make a Fall, Halloween, or custom themed vinyl decal.

The glass block is the only material that you will be responsible for reimbursing the church for. If you wish to order your own block or go to Hobby Lobby and purchase one, they can found HERE.

Please provide either you phone number or email so that we can get in touch with you if needed.

First Name

Last Name

Phone Number

Do you okay with receiving text messages?

Yes

How will you be paying for your glass block?

Cash

Check made out to "Melrose Baptist Church"

I would love to participate but need financial help in purchasing my block.

What theme will you be focusing on to decorate your block?

Fall/Fall Blessings/Harvest

Halloween