Billy Graham Association issued a statistic that says the average Christian can identify 7 unchurched people whom they have a personal relationship with. They conducted a national survey, and 82% of the non-churched say they WOULD come to church with a friend or relative if invited.
Easter is a perfect opportunity for YOU to invite unchurched folks.
In addition to Easter Sunday, remember our unique experiences too, such as the Eating with the Disciples event or the memorable Tenebrae service. I bet they've never experienced events like these before.
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REMINDERS FOR THIS WEEK:
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Baptism- this Sunday, March 26 | 11 am service
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RA CAR RACE & MISSION FAIR- this Sunday, March 26
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Egg Hunt & Escape Room- Only 1 week away!- Hurry and get signed up today!
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WORSHIP RESOURCES FOR SUNDAY, MARCH 26 | |
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BAPTISM
This Sunday, March 26th
11:00 AM service
Mr. Jonathan (Jo) Kendrick
We look forward to celebrating this special day with Jo and his family!
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Gentlemen... starts your engines. It's time to race! | | |
ROYAL AMBASSADORS CAR RACE & MISSIONS DAY
This Sunday, March 26th | 4:30 pm
Student Building
Car check-in begins at 4:30 pm. Dinner begins at 5:00 pm. The race will start after that.
There are over 100 people planning to attend this event! It’s going to be a lot of fun mixed with a lot of chaos, so come with an open mind and maybe some earplugs! 😉 Thank you to all the young men who worked hard to complete mission projects to participate in this event. We wish them good luck in their races on Sunday as well!
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Congratulations to the Girls-in-Action 2023 Mission Project Winners!
1-3 grade GA’s
1st place - Charlotte M.
2nd place - Brenna H.
3rd place – Hailey C.
4th – 6th grade GA’s
1st place – Serenity K. & Naomi K.
2nd place – Brinley H. & Lainey O.
3rd place – Jozie F.
Be sure to stop by the Welcome Center this Sunday to check out presentations!
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This Easter, we'll take an in-depth journey through the events of Holy Week.
Bring someone and come enjoy the journey!
| Check out the full schedule of events, sign-up links, and much more at pineygrovebc.org/Easter! | |
TOOLS FOR INVITING OTHERS THIS EASTER
INVITATION POSTCARDS
are available on the info boards in the Welcome Center. Grab some to share or CLICK HERE for a PDF version!
FACEBOOK & INSTAGRAM
You will see Easter event posts on our Facebook page.
- Be sure to like, comment, and SHARE them.
- You can also share them with your local FB Groups to help spread the word.
- VISIT OUR FACEBOOK PAGE
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ONLY 1 WEEK AWAY... GET SIGNED-UP TODAY? | |
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SITTING WITH THE DISCIPLES
Interactive Last Supper Experience
Wed, April 5 | 5:30 pm & 7:15 pm Seatings
It's time to RSVP!
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This is a fun & unique Easter experience for the whole family!
The table will be set for each person to experience what it must have been like to sit with the disciples in the Upper Room on that night just before Jesus made his way to Calvary. As we journey through this 'Remembrance Feast' we will explore the individual elements of the Seder, tasting each portion, and telling the story of God’s great redemptive plan...
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TENEBRAE
A Service of Darkness
FRIDAY, APRIL 7 | 8:00 pm
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It will be an unforgettable service like you've never experienced! Be sure to bring someone to share the moment.
This is an evening of TENEBRAE (Latin meaning "the darkening"). This quiet service of word and song, and candlelight (then darkness) acknowledges, once again, the love that Jesus has for you and me... and what He would subject himself to... for our benefit. This is the evening before the morning... the shadow in the sunlight... the darkening before the dawn...
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Thank you to those volunteering for the Easter Egg Hunt on April . We now have enough signed up to offer this event, so YAY!
Didn’t get signed up yet, but still want to help? We would love to have you!
Just email Michelle Frye so she can reach you with information faster!
**IMPORTANT- Volunteer instructions and final details will be emailed out by THIS TUESDAY. Please make sure to READ the email. This is a very quick but large event, so it's very important you come already KNOWING what to do!
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NEED A LIFT... We're On It!
Thanks to generous donors to Piney Grove Kids, there is now a golf cart on campus to help you and the kids get from one place to another! Our current driver is Mr. Rudy. He will make rounds around the campus, including trips to and from the youth building on Sunday mornings. Don’t hesitate to let him know you need a ride! The golf cart will also be servicing anyone of any age who has disabilities and/or needs help getting up that steep hill by the welcome center! We aim to get this golf cart going on Wednesdays too!
WHAT SHOULD WE NAME IT? Mrs. Michelle is currently collecting name ideas for the golf cart. Have your child submit his/her idea for a name for the golf cart on a piece of paper and give it to Mrs. Michelle (or email it to her). Our team will narrow it down to 5 choices and let the kids vote for their favorite! For now, we're calling it “Bluebird.”
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Due to exciting growth in PG Kids, we will have an opening for 2 PEOPLE; a 3rd grade Sunday school TEACHER and an ASSISTANT beginning on Sunday, June 11th. Is one of these your position?
God's already picked the 2 people,
we're just letting you know it's GO time!
Is it YOU?
Come join a team of volunteers who are shaping biblical worldviews and building strong foundations in the lives of children as they go out into the world! "The greatest ministry in the church today is the ministry to our children." - George Barna
If YOU feel God tugging at your heart,
contact Michelle Frye to get started.
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KIDS ACTIVITY PLANNING TEAM- Forming Now!
Ready to Plan Some Fun?
We would like to form an Activity Planning team for Piney Grove Kids. This team would be responsible for planning and organizing fun day trips with the buses for PG Kids when they are out of school. So far this year, the PG Kids have gone bowling, jumped at Big Air Trampoline Park, and visited the Asheboro Zoo. If you have ideas popping into your head about fun things you think should be on the calendar for PG Kids, you may be just right for this Team! The goal of these activities is to encourage genuine connection and friendship among our children. Please email MICHELLE FRYE by April 1st if you're interested in serving on this team.
We want to keep the fun trips going, but we need your help!
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MEN'S OUTDOOR WEEKEND
MAY 5-6 | CAMP CARAWAY
Back by Popular Demand!
| Hey fellas, it's that time of year again for us to take a weekend for some GUY STUFF (Insert Tim the Tool Man grunt). Several of you joined us last year for this tremendous time of outdoor excitement, fellowship, and spiritual enrichment. We hope many more of you men will join in the fun this year. We start FRIDAY NIGHT with... | | | |
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EASTER EGG TREE for Annie Armstrong Offering
It's Time to Get Your Eggs!
The Piney Grove Girls-in-Action has placed an Easter Egg Tree in the Sanctuary to raise funds for the Annie Armstrong Easter Offering. Our goal for this year is $3,400. The girls hope that YOU will take an egg off the tree and support this important mission.
Just 3 Easy Steps!
- Take an empty egg off the tree.
- Fill the egg with change or money/checks. (If it won't all fit in the egg, you may return your money in an envelope marked 'Annie Armstrong Offering'.
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Return the filled egg to the Easter basket beside the offering box in the sanctuary.
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ANNIE ARMSTRONG EASTER OFFERING
for North American Missions
Piney Grove 2023 Goal: $3,400
Received to date: $2,350
All gifts—100%—support thousands of missionaries in church planting and compassion ministries across the U.S. and Canada.
You can give using the PGBC App (mobile or online). Select the Annie Armstrong Offering option from the fund drop-down list. If you choose to give via check or cash, please note 'Annie Armstrong Offering' on your check and envelope.
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2023 BAPTIST MISSIONS CONFERENCE
April 14-15 | Charlotte, NC | Registration has ended
| For those attending, use the button below to see the schedule and other details. Also keep an eye on your email for instructions and last minute announcements from Pastor Mike. | | | |
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OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD MONTHLY COLLECTION
Please place your items in the RED baskets around the church and student building. Bins are also located on the main floor across from the library/bathrooms. Any items you wish to donate are greatly appreciated.
Suggested Items for MARCH:
- Marbles
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Crayons & Colored Pencils
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Pens (black & blue) & Pencils
- Pencil Cases/Bags & Sharpeners
- Notebook Paper
- Index Cards
- Spiral Notebooks,
- Glue Sticks
- Scissors
- Rulers
- Solar-Powered Calculators
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UPDATES FOR THIS SUNDAY, MARCH 26th
We have more baptisms this Sunday, March 26th, during the 11 am worship service! This means that grade school Sunday School (including Club 56) will be dismissed to the main sanctuary. You may check your child in/out there – just make sure to see a volunteer before doing so, as we must keep track of all our kids for safety! All kids will return to kids worship/ Club 56 after the worship songs.
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CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS- Apply by April 1st!
Children in 1st – 6th grade child who attend RA/GA/MF may apply. Yes, those currently in 6th grade can apply, which would cover the cost of a youth camp! This award is presented at the graduation ceremony for RA/GA/MF on June 4, 2023. If you have already paid for camp, you can choose to get reimbursed or apply this scholarship to another camp.
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KIDS MISSION GROUPS (RAs, GAs, & MFs)
MEET WEDNESDAYS | 7:00 PM
RA's are now meeting in 3 separate classrooms on Wednesday evenings.
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NEW TO PINEY GROVE KIDS?
Welcome! We're so excited you're here. We want you to be 'in the know' so check out this info sheet about the Children's Ministry here at Piney Grove.
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WEEKLY ACTIVITY LINEUP
Sundays
4:00 pm- Spanish Lessons
5:30 pm- Bible Study: The Problem with Evil
These two classes will NOT be meeting this week due to the RA Race.
Mondays
4:00 pm- Sewing Club
Wednesdays
6:15 pm- Game Room Opens
7:00 pm- EDGE Worship
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WEEKLY BIBLE STUDY & FELLOWSHIP
Meets Thursdays at 7:30 pm | Student Bldg.
SUNDAY SCHOOL
Meets Sundays at 9:45 am | Student Bldg.
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JOY GROUP
SENIOR ADULT MINISTRY
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Mike Mallett, Minister to Adults
mmallett@pineygrovebc.org | 919.552.3522 ext. 104
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2023 JOY GROUP MEETING & EVENT SCHEDULE
For questions, please contact Pastor Mike.
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Mike Mallett, Minister to Adults
mmallett@pineygrovebc.org | 919.552.3522 ext. 104
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WEEKLY SMALL GROUP SCHEDULE | |
SUNDAY MORNINGS at 9:45 am
Meets in Main Building
Rm 101- GO & GROW (Median-Older Adult, Coed)
Rm 102- A.C. NIX (Multi-Generational Adult, Men)
Rm 103- GORDON Multi-Generational Adult, Women)
Rm 106- GRACE MISSIONS (Senior Adult, Women)
Rm 109- BARRACA (Senior Adult, Men)
Fell. Hall- GARNER DISCIPLESHIP (Young-Median Adult, Coed)
Meets in Office Annex
HALLELUJAH/OMEGA (Senior Adult, Coed)
Meets in Student Building
Room 106- YOUNG ADULT & COLLEGE (age 18-29, Coed)
Room 103- TRUTHSEEKERS (Median-Older Adult, Coed)
Worship Center- POTTER'S (Young-Median Adult, Coed)
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MONDAYS
6:30 pm- ENCOURAGERS (Median Adult, Coed) meets in Fellowship Hall
TUESDAYS
10:30 am– FRIENDLY/JOY (Senior Adult, Coed) meets in Student Building- Dining Hall
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We encourage you to try out a few different classes as they each offer different curriculum and teaching styles.
Need help finding a class? Contact Pastor Mike and he can help you get plugged in.
WHAT ABOUT KIDS & YOUTH? Age-appropriate small groups are provided for nursery, preschool, grade school, and youth on Sunday mornings.
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The Piney Grove Baptist Church family is excited to announce the arrival of...
Dorothea Ellysabeth Bishop
Born Wednesday, March 15, 2023
Weight: 5 lbs. 11 oz.
Height: 19 in.
Parents: Brandon & Marjerie
Big Brothers: Jax and Brandon, Jr.
Other family at Piney Grove... Grandparents Charles & Freddie Hill, Uncle and Aunt George & Olivia Collier, and Cousin Addie.
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DEEPEST SYMPATHY
The Piney Grove church family extends our deepest sympathy to Sandra & Quinn King and their family in the loss of her sister, Faye Barbour, who passed away on Friday, March 17, 2023. Please remember this family in prayer.
CLICK HERE TO VIEW OBITUARY
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SANCTUARY FLOWERS | Sunday, March 26th
The fresh flowers placed in the sanctuary this Sunday are given by Stephanie, Daniel, Madison, and Jordan in celebration of Mike Ragan.
Happy Birthday to an amazing Dad, Father-in-law, and Poppy. We love you!
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BIRTHDAYS THIS WEEK
MARCH
26 Mike Ragan
26 Sarah Murray
27 Dave Deyton
27 Peyton McIver
29 Kate Forman
30 Elisabeth Smith
30 Matthew Lawrence
APRIL
01 Cindy Powell
02 Avery Howard
02 Ezra Johnson
02 Sandra King
Did we miss someone?
Everyone is important to us. Please let us know so we can add them to our database!
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REMEMBERING OUR
SHUT-INS
Karen Anderson
Shannon Mathis
Mary Lee Rollins
Pat Smith
Marie Winstead (sister of Shirley Burt)
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CHURCH MEMBERS & ATTENDEES
Doris Andrews*
Frances Barefoot
Maxine Betts
Frank Boone
Mary Boone
Scott Blackwelder
Becky Bullock
Phyllis Carter
Mary & Michael Coco
Declan Donlon
Eupha Drake
Debbie Duncan
Anita Gordon
Barbara Gunter*
Jim Harrington
Kathy Hayner
Cindy Johnson
Nancy Kenny
Pat King
James Lassiter
Charla Loveall
Eldred McLaurin
Mikel Macon
Isaiah Marin
Sherry Mathis
Brenda Meadows
Bernice Prince
Harriet Railsback*
Cheryl Ryan
Pat Smith
Rhonda Thomason
Jim Wall
Andrea Walker
Cathy Waters*
Jo Westbury
Dorothy Wood
Maxine Wood
FAMILY & FRIENDS
Justin Barbour (friend of Dan Jones)
Joey Crigger (son-in-law of Nancy & Tom Kenny)
Lisa Crompton (friend of Suzanne Bennett)
Donnie Hisle (brother of Walter Hisle)
Lupe Howell (daughter-in-law of Bryan & Terri Howell)
Shirley Hutchins
Jamie Joyce (friend of Peggy Ragan)
Adeline Robb (friend of Suzanne Bennett)
*New additions or updates
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Offering Drop Boxes- Are located on the wall in the Welcome Center, by the side sanctuary door, and outside the Sanctuary in the hallway leading toward the library. Envelopes may also be dropped in the slot on the church office front door. | |
DATE | GENERAL BUDGET | BLDG FUND | FEB 26 | $ 17,426 | $1,828 | MAR 05 | $ 24, 872 | $ 825 | MAR 12 | $ 33,127 | $ 1,370 | MAR 12 | $ 14,585 | $ 1,536 | | |
NEEDED PER WEEK: $18,231 YTD BUDGET OVERAGE $ 6,003
Thank you for your continued faithfulness.
Your gifts make missions & ministry POSSIBLE!
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