NEWSLETTER

Thursday, October 6, 2022

DR. GADDY TO INTRODUCE

STAGG LECTURES SUNDAY

This coming Sunday, October 9, Northminster’s Pastor Emeritus Rev. Dr. C. Welton Gaddy will introduce the Stagg Lectures in his sermon entitled “Prophetic Christians”. The Frank and Evelyn Stagg Lectures in Prophetic Christianity will be presented at Northminster by Rev. Michael-Ray Mathews on Saturday and Sunday, October 22 and 23. The lectures are named for Dr. Frank and Mrs. Evelyn Stagg who were early mentors to Northminster. They were influential in helping Northminster to develop its prophetic witness.

On Saturday, October 22, Rev. Mathews will present two lectures with the theme “Prophetic Resistance & Revolutionary Love”. The lectures will begin at 10:00 am in the Northminster sanctuary and will end by noon. Light refreshments will be served beginning at 9:30 am and during the break between the lectures. Childcare will be provided. Rev. Mathews will also preach on Sunday, October 23 during Northminster’s regular worship service. The lectures and worship service will be live-streamed and archived on Northminster’s YouTube Channel.

Rev. Michael-Ray Mathews is the visionary immediate past president of the Alliance of Baptists. He brings over 30 years of leadership experience – as a senior pastor, grassroots leader psalmist, and community organizer – to his current work as Deputy Director for Faith in Action (formerly PICO National Network).

Dr. Frank Stagg was an eminent theologian, seminary professor, author, and pastor over a 50-year career. Known as a progressive activist, he addressed a variety of contemporary issues including civil rights, gender equity, Vietnam, the First Gulf War, ecumenism, and aging. Mrs. Evelyn Stagg joined him in his activism, especially in the area of equity for women in the church. She helped found what is known today as Baptist Women in Ministry.

You can read more about Rev. Mathews and the Staggs on Northminster’s website under the Lecture Series tab. Please plan to be in worship on Sunday as Dr. Gaddy introduces this important lectureship and mark your calendars for October 22 and 23 to hear Rev. Mathews challenge us to be (or to continue to be!) prophetic in our Christian witness.       

Dr. Frank Stagg

Rev. Michael-Ray Mathews

Join us for Worship

Sunday, October 9, 2022

Rev. Dr. C. Welton Gaddy preaches:

Prophetic Christians 

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Sunday, October 9, 2022

Opening Hymn: Glorious Things of You are Spoken

Filled with Old Testament scriptural allusions, this was one of few hymns of praise included among the many subjective, sometimes brooding, hymns in Newton and Cowper’s Olney Hymns. It has enjoyed great popularity in many English-speaking countries. Set to the tune, AUSTRIAN HYMN, by Joseph Haydn, 1797.

Middle Hymn: O for a World 

Inspired by Charles Wesley’s phrase “O for a thousand tongues” and the familiar tune AzMON, Miriam Therese wrote this hymn envisioning a new world order for the Presbyterian Women’s Triennial Conference in 1982. It was later recrafted and recorded by the Medical Mission Sisters. The tune, AZMON, was written in 1828 by Carl G. Glaser.

Response to the Sermon: You Are Washed from Greater Love Has No Man

The choir will respond to Dr. Gaddy’s sermon with a portion of this anthem by John Ireland (1879-1962). The anthem text is selected from Song of Solomon and St. John.

The Communion Anthem: Offertory

John Ness Beck composed this anthem in 1987 for the First Presbyterian Church Choir, Carrollton, Ohio, in memory of two of their choir members. The text is based on our Northminster theme from Micah 6: 6-8.

The Closing Hymn:  The Church of Christ, in Every Age

Poet Fred Pratt Green has been a chaplain, parish minister, administrator, and playwright. Since retiring from parish responsibilities in 1969, he was an active hymnwriter and made his home in Norwich, England. Set to the tune WAREHAM written in 1738 by William Knapp.

Let’s look forward to sharing worship together this Sunday,

Debi

We pray alongside.....

COVID SUFFERERS - PLEASE, if you are experiencing any signs or symptoms of cold, fever, coughing, sneezing, etc., stay home, do not come to church and do not go out in public!

Darrell Cluck, having colon surgery on Tuesday October 11.

Frances Thrasher, fall resulting in a broken pelvis. She is with her daughter in Jackson, MS for the time being.

The Clark Family on the passing of Monssarat Miller, a cousin's wife. A funeral service will be held in Atlanta on October 21.

Miranda Seal,  serious back issues; 

Jamie Crockett, friend of Renee Decker, kidney cancer, surgery October 12.

Kay Southern moved to Ridgecrest Nursing Home for rehab.

Duane Crews, nephew of Hannah Clark, serious illness. 



Rodney Thomas, recovering from heart surgery.

Jay Aro Family (Ann, Henry & Maxwell), after Jay's motorcycle accident. If you would like to help this new young Northminster family, you can click the "Go Fund Me" link below. You may also access the link for the most current information on Jay.

Aro Family Fund

Judy Eddington, dealing with a serious medical condition.

Tracy and Mary Sandow, dealing with serious medical issues.

Our friends and sister church, Iglesia Bautista Enmanuel in Ciego de Avila, Cuba experiencing many economic hardships.

Those with unspoken prayer requests.

BLESSING OF THE ANIMALS

The Feast of St. Francis, among other things, patron saint of all creatures great and small, is October 4. On Sunday, Oct. 9 at 5 PM, weather permitting, Northminster will gather for a traditional Blessing of the Animals. You will be invited to bring your pets on leashes or in carriers. We ask that your pet be up-to-date on their vaccinations and able to be around other animals. If they are reactive a blessing can be done while they remain in the car with you. If your furry friend cannot be present, bring a photo. We plan to also memorialize our precious ones who have departed. The service will be informal and short.

Baptism in the Bayou

Rev. Jillian Hankamer baptized 8 member of the Kimble-Keen family last Sunday in Bayou DeSiard.



Click below to view the video on YouTube!

Northminster Book Club

Our next book is "The House in the Cerulean Sea" by TJ Klune. A date and place will be chosen to discuss the book and join in a potluck dinner. If you are interested in joining this club, contact Debi Chandler at chandler@ulm.edu

CARPOOLING TO MONTGOMERY, ALABAMA IN NOVEMBER

Elsewhere in this newsletter you will find information about the Gathering of the Alliance of Baptists to be held in Montgomery, Alabama November 10 - 12. Several of us are intending to go and hope others will join us. It should be a truly wonderful event. The museums where the Gathering will be held are powerful and moving. We will plan to leave Monroe early on the morning of November 10 and return late in the afternoon of November 12. Space at the Gathering is limited so you should register now! If space is still available, the deadline for registering is October 21. If you are interested in car pooling please see Pastor Jillian, D. H. Clark or Craig Henry. Also perhaps some of us can share hotel rooms together.

CUBA IN JANUARY ANYONE?

We are thinking of trying to plan a visit to our partner church in Cuba in January of next year. The visit will be about a week long. If you have an interest in going please see D. H. Clark or Craig Henry for more information. January is a good time to visit there!

Alliance Fall Gathering

NOVEMBER 10-12, 2022 in Montgomery, AL

We'll be gathering at The Legacy Museum: From Enslavement to Mass Incarceration created by the Equal Justice Initiative. EJI works with communities that have been marginalized by poverty and discouraged by unequal treatment. It is committed to changing the narrative about race in the U.S.

October Mission Trunk Emphasis:

Rays of Sonshine

Rays of Sonshine is a Women’s Addiction Recovery Residence specializing in quality, long-term residential care for women who suffer from substance and chemical dependency, who are victims of domestic violence, and who may also have co-occurring mental health disorders. These women generally have no other options. ROS uses abstinence, evidence and holistic based treatment in a relaxed, intimate, home atmosphere. Women can bring their children, and pregnant women are also invited. There is no time limit for staying. There are 4 levels of housing for the clients.

ROS connects the women with community support services and collaborates with other support agencies. There is a food pantry that serves 350 to 500 families. Support for Rays of Sonshine comes from the community, foundations, churches and businesses. They receive very little government money for various reasons, including the high costs of maintaining the contracts.  

Rays of Sonshine is dedicated to seeing women’s lives rebuilt, children reunited with their mothers, and unborn children born drug free.

NEEDS:

Curtains and plastic mattress covers. These may be new or used. Toilet paper, cleaning supplies, soap, toothpaste/brushes, shampoo, conditioner, deodorant, socks, new underwear, over the counter medicines and supplies that you would find in any medicine cabinet, especially for families with children. Because there are children, school supplies are needed. Every 2^nd Wednesday is the trip to Walmart for supplies, so Walmart gift cards are appreciated.

We Celebrate alongside...

James Shlosman (7th), Kim Norman (8th), Rodney Thomas (9th), Mitchell Mobley (9th), Rueben McClanahan (9th), Welton Gaddy (10th), Sheila McCormick (11th), Nova Grassi (12th), and John Carr (13th) as they celebrates their birthdays.

This Sunday

 9:00 am - Choir Practice

10:00 am - Sunday School for Children (K-5),

Youth, and Adults

10:45 am - Preludes

11:00 am - Worship Service

5:00pm: Blessing of the Animals

5:00 pm - Youth (Keep up with us on Instagram for any upcoming events or schedule changes!)

Wednesdays

6:30 pm - Choir practice.

Upcoming Events

October 22-23: Stagg Lectures at Northminster. Rev. Michael-Ray Mathews lectures on Prophetic Christianity.

Alliance of Baptist Fall Gathering

Nov. 10-12 in Montgomery, AL

Registration deadline is Oct. 21

PLEASE NOTE: When flowers are given in honor or in memory of someone, the flowers that day have been paid for by someone and not from the flower fund. Please allow the family to have first pick of an arrangement to take home before choosing some for yourself. Thank you!. 

Last Sunday's Floral Offering

Given to the Glory of God

and in loving memory of

Scottie Legan



Arrangement by

Marilyn Decker

Found

This Bible was found in the pulpit area from last Sunday. There is no name inside. The Bible is located on Renee's desk.eve it.

Of Interest in the Community

Event to be held at The Northeast Louisiana Children's Museum, 323 Walnut Street, Monroe. Call 361-9611 for tickets.