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Easter is coming and we need to be excited!
The Resurrection is the most important event in world for Christians. Christ died for our sins, paying a penalty that we could not pay, conquered death and the grave, and now sits on the right hand of the Father interceding on our behalf. We need to share this great news with the lost and dying world around us.
Mark 16:6-7
6 But he said to them, “Do not be alarmed. You seek Jesus of Nazareth, who was crucified. He is risen! He is not here. See the place where they laid Him. 7 But go, tell His disciples—and Peter—that He is going before you into Galilee; there you will see Him, as He said to you.”
The women are told to go quickly and tell the disciples the good news. Good news cannot wait; it needs to be told right away. It would seem more than justified for Jesus to have allowed the disciples to suffer in fear, despair and agony for a week or so before telling them the Good News. They had stubbornly refused to believe that Jesus would die and be raised, although He had told them of his death and resurrection many times. But in His gracious mercy God sent the women to tell the disciples as soon as possible. It is interesting to note that Peter here is mentioned by name. As you may recall, Peter denied Jesus - here the restoration process is already at work. We are to go and tell.
Dr. J. Wilbur Chapman, famous evangelist, said that the New Testament records tell of 40 people, each suffering from the same disease, who were healed by Jesus. Of this number, 34 were either brought to Jesus by friends, or He was taken to them by their friends. In only six cases out of forty did the sufferers find the way to Jesus without assistance. Of the vast number of people who find their way to Jesus today, most of them reach Him because friends of Jesus are concerned about the welfare of their souls. Why do most people go to church? Because they were invited.
Do you have friends and family that you need to bring to Jesus this Easter? Who can you invite to your church who doesn’t know Jesus as their Lord and Savior? Don’t just invite them to church, have them over for lunch and invest in their lives. Jesus is the answer to our problems and the world’s problems. Let’s share the Good News with others!
Blessings!
Rev. Noel Williamson
Executive Director, SYBA
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Thank you so much for the many messages of love, concern and support you sent to us during the illness and homegoing of my husband, Tony. Thank you especially for the prayers. They truly got us through the days. Please continue to pray for me and our family.
I have returned to work and I am excited to serve with many of you through our SYBA ministries. Thank you to our Board of Directors, Noel, Leslie and the volunteers who continued to serve in my absence. I appreciated spending time with Tony knowing the SYBA ministries were continuing with the mission of sharing the Gospel through bags of toys and food. You are a blessing to me!
Your Sister in Christ,
Mary Jane Hoover
SYBA Ministry Coordinator
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Encourage Pastors and Ministry Leaders |
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Please plan to join your fellow SYBA pastors for monthly prayer! All pastors welcomed - youth, associate, worship, etc.
- Wed Apr 6 @ 8-9 am, SYBA office, Iredell County
- Wed Apr 13 @ 8-9 am, Miller's Restaurant, Davie County
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Nominate Your Church Administrator!
Great church administrators are vital to our churches and ministries.
We have some awesome Church Administrators in the SYBA, and we would like to bless three of them! Please nominate your church administrative professionals – whether they work 5 or 40 hours per week. The SYBA will be treating three winners to a $50 gift card to the restaurant of their choice to recognize them for their hard work. The deadline for nominations is April 30. Please email Leslie at Lkusek@sybaptist.org or call her at 704-873-4372 ext. 5 to enter them in the drawing. |
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Pastors, Save the Date!
Next Pastors Lunch is scheduled for May 17 @ 11:30 am at the SYBA offices at 3009 Amity Hill Road, Statesville.
Stay tuned for more info coming soon!
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Mobilize to Share Christ's Love |
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Collecting for Spring Cleaning Baskets!
Be a part of SYBA's Spring Cleaning Basket Ministry!
We hope to give all Food Pantry clients a well filled dish pan or pail full of Spring cleaning supplies. Pictured here is a sample of possible donations. Please bring these items by April 30.
Donations can be delivered to our Front Street Pantry (1431 Front St Statesville) on Wednesday's 8:30-11 am, or contact MHoover@sybaptist.org to make alternate arrangements. |
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Baptist Children's Homes Annual Food Roundup
The Annual Food Roundup is a tremendous blessing to our Children's Homes and it supplies the majority of can goods and staples for BCH homes.
SYBA is serving as a collection point for food cards from national and regional stores (like Walmart, Ingles, Food Lion) and food and supplies from our churches. Donations can be delivered to SYBA Office (3009 Amity Hill Rd Statesville) on Mondays and Thursdays 9am - 4pm, or contact MHoover@sybaptist.org to make alternate arrangements.
Please place all food and supplies in boxes so they are ready to transport. All items must be delivered by May 6.
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Ukraine Crisis Update
The United Nations reports that more than 3.5 million refugees, mostly women and children, have fled Ukraine seeking shelter in neighboring countries. In addition, millions more are displaced within Ukraine. From 1994-2000, NC Baptists enjoyed a fruitful partnership with Ukrainian Baptists. Strong relationships were established with our Ukrainian brothers and sisters. We grieve and pray for them now in their hour of need.
We ask you to join us in prayer for families who have been separated, those who have lost loved ones, and those who are fleeing the violence in their country. Lift up those who are selflessly providing transportation, shelter, counseling, and needed supplies to the refugees – sometimes at great personal risk.
We also ask that you prayerfully consider helping through giving. On faith, Baptists on Mission has committed to send a significant amount of funding to assist people in the region. These funds are being used to purchase food, medicines, medical supplies, hygiene items, baby food, and other items to assist displaced Ukrainians. 100% of what you give will go to help meet this great need.
For more information on ways that you can help click here. |
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What is Your Church Planning?
Do you have an event planned that you would like to invite those outside your church to?
Please send Leslie Kusek information at lkusek@sybaptist.org and we will include it in the next newsletter! |
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You Are Invited!
Beulah: Gold City & Second Generation Quartet. Saturday Mar 26 @6-8 pm. Fundraiser for Child Evangelism Fellowship. Tickets $17 Directions
Countryside: Blackwood Quartet Sunday Apr 3 @ 11am service. Directions
First Baptist Mooresville: "I AM - A Resurrection Celebration." Friday, Apr 8 @ 7:00 pm, Saturday, Apr 9 @ 3:00 pm & Sunday, Apr 10 @ 7:00 pm. Directions
Fallstown: Easter Egg-stravaganza. April 9 @ Noon-2pm. Free event, with lunch, the Easter story, and egg hunts based on age. Pre-register at FallstownBaptist.org. Directions
Cornerstone: Experience Easter. April 16 @ 2-4 pm. Walk through the life-changing story of the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus, then take the interactive bunny trail to an Egg Hunt that will end with a visit to the Treat Bag Tent! Register by clicking here. Directions
Fairview: Easter Eggstravaganza. Saturday April 16. Breakfast 8-10 am, Egg Hunt 10-11:30 am Directions
Southside: Community Sprint Festival. April 16 @ 2-5 pm. Open to all! Games, door prizes, inflatables, crafts, egg hunt and more! Directions
Fairview: Cancer Companions for anyone affected by cancer. Every 2nd and 4th Monday at 6:30 pm for a group setting where you can listen, or ask questions and learn how to draw closer to God during this difficult time in your life. Directions
South River: Grief Share. Weekly classes Feb 6-May 15. Sunday's 3-5 pm. For more info, contact Steve Jenkins 980.263.4134. Directions
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Missions fair begins at 5:30 pm; meeting begins at 6:30 pm.
Guest speaker is Todd Unzicker, Executive Director-Treasurer, Baptist State Convention of North Carolina. Worship music by Kenny Lamm.
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Fairview Church Giving Away Piano
Fairview Church is giving away a Hallet-Davis piano and bench to an interested individual or church. Good condition. Please contact Gordon McComb at 704.872.4246 with interest or questions.
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2022 Missions Conference March 25-26 |
The 2022 Mission Conference will include worship in 3 general sessions, breakout sessions, missions fair exhibits, missions testimonies, volunteer supper and more!
The speakers for 2022 are Bryan Loritts, Shelia Walsh, Tom Richter, Lee Stroble, Todd Unzicker, Shauna Pilgreen and Laura Story. The Annie Moses Band will lead worship in all general sessions. There is a $20 per person registration fee which includes all general sessions, all breakout sessions, name tag, materials and lunch on Saturday. There is also an optional "Mission Opportunities" Friday supper for $8 per person.
Location: Calvary Baptist Church, Winston-Salem Directions
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Thank you!!!
SYBA Donations (Sept 1 2021 - Feb 28 2022)
Total Receipts $102,029
(as of Feb 28, 2022)
Total Budgeted Receipts $93,996
Received vs. Budget $8,033
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Donate to SYBA When You Shop on Smile.Amazon.com
Shop at smile.amazon.com and Amazon will donate 0.5% of eligible purchases to SYBA—no fees, no extra cost. Be sure to pick SYBA as your preferred charity.
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Our Mission
Our Mission is to Serve & Equip Our Churches to Fulfill the Great Commission.
Our Vision
Our vision is to serve our South Yadkin Baptist Association churches so they fulfill the Great Commission. We aspire to design services and tools specific to their needs to equip them to serve Christ effectively, fulfill their calling to disciple and reach those unchurched in our community. We aspire to bring value to our churches and help them to be a do all that God has called of them for His kingdom.
Our Values
Our five values of the South Yadkin Baptist Association define the way we do ministry together as a network of churches. The drive behind our values is a solid faith in the Lord Jesus Christ to fulfill our calling to serve, equip, encourage and care for our churches, pastors and their staff.
Partner in Prayer
We encourage and pray for our pastors, churches and unchurched friends through planned events and systems to pray corporately, in small groups and through our prayer network.
Encourage Pastors
We appreciate our pastors and will give care, personal visits and consistent contact with associational leaders to affirm their ministry in the local church.
Do More Together
We engage our churches in relationship with each other to network on initiatives to build the body of Christ and proclaim the name of Christ in our community and wherever God leads.
Help Fulfill Ministry Needs
We help, provide and assist churches with resources to fulfill their mission and help them minister to needs.
Mobilize to Share Christ's Love
We mobilize churches to share the gospel with unchurched friends in our community, some of whom will accept Christ as Savior.
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[PO Box 5249, Statesville, NC 28687] [704.873.4372] [Sybaptist.org]
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