For I am not ashamed of the gospel, for it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes, to the Jew first and also to the Greek. For in it the righteousness of God is revealed from faith for faith, as it is written,
“The righteous shall live by faith.” Romans 1:16-17 ESV
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Steven & Brandi Wright
Thank you for serving Central Baptist Church!
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Steven Wright - Executive Pastor
Steven Wright is a native of Americus, GA and graduated from Georgia Southwestern State
University with a Master’s Degree in Health and Human Performance. He coached men’s
basketball at South Georgia Technical College from 2001-2014, where he spent his last eight
as the head coach and last four as the Athletic Director. Steven has been married to Brandi of
Albany, Ga since September of 1996 and they have three children - Chandler, Camden, and
Carley. Chandler is married to Katie and they have one son named Austin.
Steven gave his life to Christ at the age of 14 at a revival service and then a year or so later felt
the ‘call to ministry’ at the age of 15. He left South Georgia Technical College in April 2014 and moved to Central in May of that same year and currently serves as Executive Pastor, helping to oversee the day to day operations, along with the upkeep of facilities and management of budgets. He also leads the Men’s ministry at Central and is passionate about the personal discipleship of men.
Hobbies include exercise, playing disc golf, working on home projects, and spending time with family.
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If you are interested in volunteering in our Preschool Ministry, please see Elliott Coffee or call our office at 229-924-4092! | |
To watch last Sunday's sermon, please click on the video link provided above. If you are not currently affiliated with a church, we would be delighted to welcome you into our community.
Worship begins each Sunday morning at 9:30 am!
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Hell is Real, But Escapable
Matthew 25:41
Sunday, April 28, 2024
What is Jesus’ PERSPECTIVE on hell?
Matthew 5:21-22
Mark 9:43-48
Matthew 13:41-42
Luke 16:23-24
What is the PURPOSE of hell?
Hell is punishment for unrepentant sinners who have not claimed Christ as their Savior, for both sins of commission and sins of omission.
What PERCENTAGE of people will be in hell?
Matthew 7:13-14
What are the PENALTIES of hell?
God’s presence is removed.
Conscious torment.
Everlasting torment.
What are some PRACTICAL Applications?
Let this serve as a reason for repentance.
Let this cause gratitude to God.
Let this be a motivator for personal holiness.
Let this cause sorrow for the lost.
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FRIENDSHIP CAMPS
Help Friendship Camp stock up on paper goods for Summer Camps this year. They are collecting: Paper Plates, Napkins, Divided Foam Plates, 9”-11” Foam Plates, 6” Foam Plates, and 12oz. Foam Bowls. Please bring your paper goods to the church office by
May 22nd. THANKS!
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PAPER GOODS DRIVE
FOR SUMMER CAMPS
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HANDS OF HOPE DIAPER DRIVE
HANDS OF HOPE PREGNANCY RESOURCE CENTER IS STOCKING UP FOR A DIAPER DRIVE-THRU GIVEAWAY. OUR CHURCH IS COLLECTING DIAPERS IN SIZE NEWBORN. PLEASE BRING YOUR DIAPER DONATIONS TO THE CHURCH OFFICE BY SUNDAY, MAY 12TH. THANK YOU FOR YOUR HELP!
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Silvertones Tuesday, May 7th 10am
The Silvertones are scheduled to perform:
Tuesday, May 7th Lee County Health and Rehab
Leesburg
Tuesday, May 14th The Oaks Nursing Home,
Marshallville
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Thanks to all children and volunteers who have made AWANA a huge success this year! We memorized a lot of Bible verses and stored God's word in our hearts! Take what you have learned and use it! Let's finish strong! We look forward to seeing you again at AWANA in August! | |
AWANA AWARDS AND WATER NIGHT
Another amazing year of AWANA is coming to a close and we will celebrate on Wednesday, May 8th with Awards and Water Night!
Awards will be held first in the Worship Center and then we head to the field for some fun in the water! Parents will stay with their children the entire evening. There will be no check-in procedure May 8th.
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Please register by May 5th! | |
Child Dedication
We will have Child Dedication on Sunday, May 12th during the morning worship service.
If you would like to dedicate your child, please register by going to the following link:
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PLEASE REGISTER YOUR GRADUATE BY MAY 5TH | |
Rising High School Summer Bash!
We are excited to be kicking off the summer with a high school trip to Six Flags Over Georgia. This trip is open to current 8th through 12th graders and the cost is $50 at sign up or by check to church office. This price includes lunch and dinner. We will leave from the church right after small groups at 12 and we estimate that we will return a little after 11pm. For any questions regarding this event, please contact Cecil Kinney at (229) 347-8383.
**Please sign up by May 15th
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MIDDLE SCHOOL SUMMER BASH '24
We are excited to be kicking off the summer with a Middle school trip to Launch Trampoline Park on Sunday, May 26th! This trip is open to current 5th through 7th graders and the cost is $30. This price includes lunch and dinner, with a little money for the arcade as well. We will leave from the church right after small groups at 12 and we estimate that we will return a little after 8pm. For any questions regarding this event, please contact Cecil Kinney at (229) 347-8383.
**Please sign up by May 22nd
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SUMMER FAMILY FUN NIGHTS!
Get ready because Summer Family Fun Nights will be back beginning May 29th with our annual church fish fry! Mark your calendars for the following dates:
May 29th - Fish Fry
June 19th - Low Country Boil
July 24th - Hamburgers,
Hotdogs and a movie!
Each event is on a Wednesday and will begin at 6pm! We look forward to seeing you!
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The 55 Plus Men's Trip is currently full; however, we are establishing a waiting list. If you wish to be added to the wait list, kindly call the church office at 924-4092 | | | |
Scholarship Applications are now being accepted for Connect Camp. To apply for a scholarship, please complete the form by clicking here: | | |
If you wish to donate to the Connect Camp Scholarship Fund, please complete the form by clicking here:
Thank you for considering a gift to Connect Camp!
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Connect Camps Volunteer Opportunity
Connect Camps is such a huge success thanks in part to volunteers like you! If you are able to volunteer a few hours or for the entire week, please click on the link below. We love Connect Camps and we love our volunteers!
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VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL 2024!
Join us the week of June 10th-14th for Breaker Rock Beach® VBS. For
Kids age 3-5, must be 3 years old by Sept 1, 2024. 8:30 AM-NOON
Check in begins at 8:15 am
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SUMMER SPORTS CAMP
Summer Sports Camp will be held Monday, June 24th -Thursday, June 27th from 9am - Noon in the ROC. The camp is for kids who have completed 3rd grade to completed 5th grade. We will work on the fundamentals of basketball, football, soccer, disc golf and other various sports. The cost of the camp is $40.
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JULY 10TH
Georgia Aquarium Trip!
Cost is $35 - Includes Lunch
**Sign up by July 3, 2024
We will leave the church at 9:00 am
All children and parents are invited to participate in all scheduled events. However, we ask that your child has completed the 2nd grade before sending them without parent supervision.
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JULY 17TH
Atlanta United Game!
Cost is $35 - Includes Dinner-
**Sign up by July 10, 2024- Only 16 spots available.
We will leave the church at 3:30 pm
All children and parents are invited to participate in all scheduled events. However, we ask that your child has completed the 2nd grade before sending them without parent supervision.
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JULY 31ST
We will take a trip to the National Infantry Museum in Columbus, GA on July 31st! The cost is $10
Lunch is included.
**Sign up by July 17, 2024-.
We will leave the church at 11:00 am
All children and parents are invited to participate in all scheduled events. However, we ask that your child has completed the 2nd grade before sending them without parent supervision.
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click on the photo above for more information.
September 8th - 14th
$985 per person
(double occupancy)
Register and pay at
www.cbcamericus.org/55
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55+ Fall Trip
The 55+ group will travel this September to Lancaster, PA and the Dutch Country! They will meander through quaint towns and take in some shows! Also, a trip to Gettysburg is included! For all the information, please go to our website
WWW.CBCAMERICUS.ORG/55
$75 per person deposit due upon signing
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Pickleball on Mondays has changed to 7pm-9pm! Join us as a participant or a spectator! Come on out and have a great time! | | |
Basketball on Tuesdays has changed to 6pm-8pm! Please come and watch or play a great game of basketball! | | |
Central College
Central College will not meet this Sunday, May 5th. The end of year party will be Wednesday, May 8th at 7:30 in the ROC! For our full schedule:
See our Central College page!
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Central Women
Our final night of Flourish was Wednesday, May 1sth. Flourish will resume in August. We have many opportunities for growth. Click Our Ministries for more information.
The Central Baptist Women's Ministry strives to offer support to women in every season of life.
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We want to see men trust and follow Jesus and be dependent on God's Word as they lead their families. Click below to find small groups that offer cross generational friendships and discipleship through Bible study. Our Wednesday Men's Bible Study, 5 on 5 will resume in August. | |
Any ideas on something you would like to see in the Newsletter?
Email: larussell@cbcamericus.org
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