Creation Justice Month at MPBC | | |
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MOJO has planned some opportunities for everyone to get involved and even get your hands dirty as we celebrate Creation Justice Month. From standing up against funding fossil fuels, to recycling projects, and environmental cleanup events, there's something for all ages to participate. | Click here to learn more | |
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Mosaic Wednesday | With a Creation Justice Focus
April 17 | 5:30 - 7:15p | RSVP for Dinner
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We have a special evening planned following dinner brought to you by the Environmental Justice Affinity Group. We will be marking Earth Day with some hands-on activities. You can choose litter picking and beautification around the church campus, or participate in an upcycled art project indoors. | Click here to learn more. | |
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Dinner Menu
Build Your Own Bowl Day (Chipotle/Moes style), Mango and Pineapple Salad, Chips & Salsa, Horchata Cupcakes, Tea and Lemonade | RSVP here
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Earth Day Briar Creek Greenway Cleanup
Saturday, April 20, 2024 | 9-11:30a
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Join us to cleanup Eastover Park, Briar Creek Greenway and the stream in celebration of EARTH DAY! You can choose to work along the Greenway and in the Park, or (for those 16+) to focus on cleaning up the stream itself. Wear your MPBC t-shirt, and other swag to advertise. | Click here to learn more | |
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This Sunday at MPBC
April 21, 2024 | 10a | Sanctuary and Livestream
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Preaching | Rev. Dr. Ben Boswell
Sermon | Groaning for Hope
Scripture | Romans 8:22-23
Guest Musicians | Jim Brock, percussionist and Rebecca Kleinmann, flutist
Celebrating | Earth Sunday
Click here to learn more
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Church Member Name Change Survey Goes Live | | |
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For the next two weeks, members of our church will get the chance to officially state their position on how they feel about changing our church name to a new one (to-be-determined) that does not include the word “Baptist.” If you are a church member, you can access the survey by clicking on the link below. | |
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We are also sending an email that includes the link to all members for whom we have email addresses and a notice by postal mail to those who don’t have email.
As always, if you have any questions, contact Bob Thomason, Chair of the Name Change Committee at rdthomason7@gmail.com.
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Children's Worship in April | |
Our theme for this month is Jesus says, “I’m with you. You’re never alone.” During children’s worship on the Sundays following Easter, children hear stories describing Jesus’ appearances to his disciples. They wonder about the disciples’ feelings and connect them to their own experiences. Jesus invites all of us to bear witness to God’s presence and power. Questions? Contact Tyra or Shaina. | |
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Wednesday Meditation with Rev. Dr. Ben Boswell
11:30a | Zoom
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Join Rev. Dr. Ben Boswell on Wednesdays and learn the necessary skills of stillness. As the world turns faster than ever, slowing down couldn’t be more important. Each Wednesday, we gather to quiet our minds and warm our hearts. There’s a spot waiting for you. We hope to see you there! | Click here to join the Zoom | |
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Children's Ministry
Friday Night in the Park
Friday, April 19 | 5-7p | Freedom Park
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Bring the family for a pizza night in the park. We will gather at 5:00 for dinner then enjoy all the fun that Freedom Park offers. Bring toys, balls, games, etc., and let’s hang out. This event is free, but we do need you to register so that we can plan accordingly. Click here to register | |
HIGHLIGHTS & HOW TO GET INVOLVED | |
Community Love and Support for Rev. Carrie Veal | | |
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Thank you to the many of you who have reached out wanting to show love and support for Carrie. A meal/grocery train has been created for her and is being coordinated by Julie Barfield. Since Carrie lives a good distance from the church, you can choose to send Instacart or Door Dash gift cards to her church email (cveal@myersparkbaptist.org) or we are using the church as a drop off location for food and cards. | Click here to learn more | |
Check Out the 2023 Ministry Impact Report | | |
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Each year we share the many ways that your donations have made it possible for our church to continue its ministry on our campus, in our greater community, and in the world. In 2023, members of Myers Park Baptist Church supported the church in word, deed, and with your financial support. We are grateful! | |
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Sage-ing Initiative Presents
Our Trespasses | A Book Study with Author Greg Jarrell
Thursdays | April 25, May 2 and 16 | 4-5:30p | Church Library
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Mark Your Calendar for Our Next Hangout!
Monday, May 6 | 5p | Common Market South End
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Save the Date
A Morning with Dana Trent
Sunday, May 12 | 9a Forum and Light Breakfast | 10a Worship | 11:15a | Book Signing
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Save the Date
RAIN AIDS Walk
Saturday, May 18 | NOTE NEW LOCATION -Truist Field (baseball stadium)
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New Interest Groups
- Circles of Elders
- Poet and Lovers of Poetry
- Grief Study Leadership Training
- Our Trespasses
- The Contemplative Life
Click here for more information.
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Middle School Summer Camp at Massanetta Springs
June 25-28, 2024
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Who | Open to all rising 6th-9th graders
Theme | Keep Calm & Rejoice: The Lord is Near
Cost | $350 includes suite style lodging, linens, all meals, transportation, and all activities
Scholarships available | Just send a message to Rev. Tara. We want all interested youth to be able to participate.
Click here to learn more about camp.
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Schedule for This Week
More information about events can be found on our website and by scrolling down in this newsletter.
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Worship
Sunday, April 14
Alliance of Baptists Gathering
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Sermon
“Easter Evening in Eastertide”
Rev. Raquel C. N. Gill
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Music Highlight
"Way Maker"
Shanka Pettis,
soloist
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In Need of Help?
We are here for you. The Ministry of Congregational Care provides care, support and encouragement to all members in times of joy, bereavement, illness, and crisis. Information about Health and Safety, Grief, as well as helpful resources are available on our website. Just search "In need of help?"
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