March 2024 Newsletter

From our Director

Dear Beloved Members, Pastors, and Supporters:

In the midst of the hustle and bustle of our modern lives, it’s easy to lose sight of the deeper meaning of the season that is upon us. Lent and Easter, two pillars of the Christian calendar, offer a valuable opportunity to pause, reflect, and realign ourselves with the core principles of our faith.

Lent, which began on Ash Wednesday and concludes on Easter Sunday, is a period of 40 days of penitence, reflection, and preparation leading up to the commemoration of Jesus Christ’s crucifixion and resurrection. During this time, Christians are encouraged to engage in practices such as prayer, fasting, and almsgiving to deepen their connection with God and prepare their hearts for Easter.

But beyond the traditional observances, Lent is an opportunity for us to take stock of our lives and consider how we can live more authentically as disciples of Christ. It’s a time to examine our priorities, our relationships, and our habits, and to make intentional choices that bring us closer to God and to our neighbors.

In a world that often seems focused on materialism, individualism, and instant gratification, Lent challenges us to embrace simplicity, community, and sacrifice. It asks us to consider the needs of others before our own, to seek forgiveness and reconciliation, and to let go of the things that distract us from our relationship with God.

Easter, then, is not just a celebration of the resurrection of Jesus, but a celebration of the new life that is possible for each of us when we commit ourselves to following in His footsteps. It’s a reminder that no matter how far we may have strayed from God’s path, there is always the opportunity for redemption and renewal.

This Lenten season, let us commit ourselves to a more intentional and authentic faith. Let us embrace the disciplines of Lent as opportunities for growth and transformation. And let us enter into Easter with hearts full of gratitude and hope, ready to live out our faith more fully in the world. I’m ready, Let’s Go!

By His Grace Alone!

Richard Taylor

Director

Corpus Christi Baptist Church Association

[email protected]

Brighton Park JAM (Jesus & Me) Night

Join us and be part of the fun. Brighton Park will kick off BP Kidz JAM

(Jesus and Me) Nights!

Parents drop off the child(ren) for a night of Jesus, Bible stories, snacks,a fun time, arts & crafts, music, games, and rec!

Location: Brighton Park Baptist Church

 3418 Airline Road

Corpus Christi, TX 78414

Ages: Kinder - 5th Grade

2nd & 4th Friday Night of each month  

6:00-8:00 PM

Cost: Free Community Event

registration required for every participant

Contact Us: Church Office at 361-991-2910 or [email protected]

Volunteer Chaplain Needed

The Texas Game Wardens and State Park Police for Texas Parks and Wildlife Department is seeking a Lead Chaplain for Region 8. This region stems from just above Victoria to Brownsville.

They are looking for someone who would consider, under God’s guidance, to serve as a volunteer chaplain in this region.

Requirements for this person to take, at their expense, the Basic Chaplain Course through the International Conference of Police Chaplains (ICPC). 

The position is twofold:

• Meet with and counsel, as needed, Game Wardens and State Park Police primarily
• Be on call to support the families of victims of drownings, boat accidents, etc.

The Texas Game Wardens and State Park Police for Texas Parks and Wildlife Department will supply the uniform shirts and pants.

If anyone is interested, please contact Scott at [email protected] or at 512-839-9214.

Mission Trip - Second Baptist Church

In November, Second Baptist Church is organizing a mission trip to Chile. Below is the contact information for the trip.

Job Openings at Highland Lakes Camp

Each year, Highland Lakes Camp carefully selects around 60-80 college students, just like other camps, to serve during the summer. This camp hosts approximately 10,000 children, youth, and college students providing them with an incredible experience to encounter the transformative power of God.

The flyer listed below details the Summer staff program, the experiences they can expect and how they can apply. Here are a few highlights:

• Seeing God move in tremendous ways
• Weekly compensation of $300, including room and board. 
• An additional $25 per week for lifeguard duties.
• A $500 bonus for working the entire summer.
• The opportunity to participate in a free Vision Quest Mission Trip in December to Puerto Rico.
• A strong emphasis on discipleship.
• A collection of fantastic t-shirts.

Please contact Norman Flowers if you have any questions, 512-264-1777. 

Vacation Bible School

Vacation Bible School is just around the corner! If your church has a VBS date set and you'd like to share it with the community please email our office, [email protected].

Community-Wide Events

The primary purpose of the Corpus Christi Baptist Association is to support the churches affiliated with our association. Should your church be involved in community-wide events, conferences, festivals, or have uplifting news about how God is impacting your congregation, kindly reach out to us at [email protected]. We welcome the opportunity to include your article in our monthly newsletter.