May 10th & 17th: Good News Across Greater Fort Worth VOLUME 2, ISSUE 5 MAY 2014 The Child Evangelism Fellowship (CEF) is requesting volunteers to partner with the CEF Summer Mission Groups and various Fort Worth Independent School District staff volunteers during July 14th thru 26th for the summer of 2014. With your help, teams will be formed to reach the unsaved children and families. These are the targeted zip code locations 76106, 76111, and 76112 needing your assistance bringing the churches and schools together. Training is provided Saturdays, May 10th and May 17th. For more detail information, contact Sis. Glendoria Glover at 817-346-7711, Sis. Willa Milligan at 817-319-8614 or the CEF office at 817-282-3800. May 11th: Mother’s Day ~ Wear Your Hats! Mothers have always held a special place in the family structure. It is through their love and understanding of life, we are given strength and courage. Whether it is your own mother or someone you look up to, the basic thought behind Mother's Day is to express gratitude and give respect to that someone who has been mother and has given you unconditional and selfless love. Mother’s Day Message As we celebrate Mothers’ Day this year, lets celebrate those among us who nurture and protect the children God has entrusted in our care. Let us celebrate the passion of those who care for the neglected, who love the adopted, and watch over the forgotten. We celebrate you mothers and grandmothers for your virtue; your love and your endless devotion. Today, know that you are great, even if you are nameless to some, even if there is no husband to identify with; you have influence, and you are very important to the ones who depend on you! Join us as we celebrate Mother's Day, Sunday, May 11th, at 9:30 a.m. Bring your Mother and Wear Your Hat! May 12th: Women’s Ministry Calling all women, teens, and girls of GCBC to our ministry meeting on Monday, May 12th at 7:00 p.m. Come and learn ways to avoid "mishaps" with our speech, and learn ways to choose God's pleasing words. We hope to see you - we need "you" to make "us" better! May 19th: Math Tutoring The Math Tutoring Ministry would like to thank all the youth who came out to get tutored this year. We will have our last tutoring session on Monday, May 19th. Thank you and have a great summer.....Bro. Sherman Johnson. May 26th: Church Holiday In observance of Memorial Day Holiday on Monday, May 26th, the church will be closed. June 1st: Sunday School Promotion June 6th: The Father/Daughter Dance June 7th: New Members Orientation June 8th: Father’s Day Celebration June 9th-13th: Vacation Bible School June 19th: SIE Seniors Dinner June 21st: Finance Seminar June 22nd: Usher/Hospitality Annual Day June 27th: Education/Scholarship Banquet June 29th: Church Picnic July 12th: Women’s Conference More detailed announcements are available at the Welcome Center. Great Commission Baptist Church 7700 McCart Avenue Fort Worth, TX 76133 www.gcbcfw.org On the one hand, it is a shame that we have a Mother’s Day only once a year. The high calling of motherhood should be celebrated every day. On the other hand, it is a good reminder to those of us who sometimes get too busy to see that which is really important. Mother’s Day is the day set aside to honor the unmatched sacrifice made by mothers around the world. There is a young man in the Bible, Timothy, his mother Eunice, imparted the character of faithfulness in his life, which was passed down to her from her mother, Lois. It was this continuing legacy of faith that was passed on to him. Faith binds one generation to the next in our experience of God. Shared moments of scripture, song, prayer, and teaching builds a common bridge that spans generations, helping families to know God. A mother should let her light shine, and sow seeds of faith. It may take decades for a harvest, but when the seed is being planted and watered, her faith is being seen and witnessed by her loved ones. Tonya Johnson Welcome to Great Commission Baptist Church! Thank you for joining us today. We count it an honor to have you worship with us at Great Commission. If you are visiting with us, please make yourself at home. Our staff, ushers, and greeters are happy to assist you in any way possible. Please come again! ~ Dr. Douglas E. Brown , Pastor/Teacher ~ PASTOR & FAMILY 21st ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION During the month of May we celebrate our dynamic, powerful and anointed blessing, Pastor Douglas E. Brown and Family! This year marks 21 years of his Pastorate at Great Commission. Everyone is encouraged to lift their voices and magnify God for what He has done in the life of our Pastor. You are also encouraged to pray for our Pastor and family, not only during the month of May, but throughout the year. Let’s do what we can to make this appreciation month one of the greatest ever! Please Mark Your Calendar for the Following Dates Sunday, May 11th @ 9:30 a.m. – Dr. Douglas E. Brown Sunday, May 18th @ 9:30 a.m. – Rev. Reginald Reynolds, Pastor Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church – Midlothian, TX Wednesday, May 21st @ 7:00 p.m. – To Be Announced Culmination Service Sunday, May 25 @ 9:30 a.m. – Rev. Roy Brackins, Pastor Grace Tabernacle Baptist Church – Fort Worth, TX th The P.A.C. is asking that you do not observe Casual Day the 4th Sunday. Please resume Casual Day next month! **Monthly Newsletter** 5/2014: OnecanIcan Every Sunday the Food Pantry Ministry will have “onecanIcan”. Everyone (member, nonmember, guests, and visitors) will have the opportunity to help with providing food for the less fortunate by bringing one can good. You can drop off your items at the Welcome Center. Items for the month of May are: May 4th: ~ Spam, Spaghetti Sauce, Soup. May 11th: ~ Powdered Milk, Can Milk, Can Fruit. May 18th: ~ Peanut Butter, Jelly, Baked Beans. May 25th: ~ Pork & Beans, Ranch Style Beans, Chili. 5/4: Mother & Son Brunch Come and join us for brunch to celebrate the beautiful relationship you share with your son today, immediately following morning worship in the Gym. For more information, contact Sis. Danna Reed at 817-770-1813. 5/9: Mother’s Day Breakfast GCBC Mothers ~ it is time again for the Rev. Anthony Estell Annual Mother's Day Breakfast on Saturday, May 10th at 9:00 a.m. Breakfast is free for all GCBC mothers. Please sign up starting today through Sunday, May 4th in the Foyer. Seating is limited, so if seats are available, you may purchase tickets for guests on May 4th only. GCBC Men, are you ready to put your bow tie back on? We need your help serving our wonderful mothers, so please sign up in the Foyer through May 4th. Hebrews 9: 11-28 Hebrews 10: 1-18 Hebrews 10: 19-39 Hebrews 11: 1-3 Birthdays and Anniversaries If you would like for your birthday or anniversary to be announced during that month, please call the Church Secretary, Sis. Rosemary Hill, at 817-346-1869, extension 1003 to give your information for that following month. The deadline is the 3rd Sunday of each month before the month of your birthday or anniversary. Evening Service ~ every first Sunday at 6:00 p.m. Family Night ~ every second Monday from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Sis. Rose Gerald The King Family Bro. T. Riley Sis. Nikita Moye The Scott Family Sis. Linda Taylor Sis. Jasmine Cashaw & Family Sis. Sonia Cashaw & Family Sis. Lela McClelland & Family Bro. Philip Smith & Family Sis. Betty Giddings & Family Bro. Fred Thompson & Family 5/10: Komen Greater Fort Worth Race for the Cure Breast cancer is a killer if left undetected. If you are interested in forming a GCBC team to walk or run in the Komen Greater Fort Worth Race for the Cure, contact Sis. Helen Jones at 817-528-5398 for more details. Race day is May 10, 2014 at Ridgmar Mall. 5/16: Parent’s Night Out May 4th May 11th May 18th May 25th Timing is essential: Announcements are due on Monday’s by 5:00 pm. Articles/announcements for the newsletter are due on the 15th of the previous month. All articles must be sent to rhill@gcbcftw.org, emma.j.stevens@lmco.com or charlietrigg@yahoo.com on or before the due date. The office would like to accommodate everyone, therefore, we request that you submit your announcements before the cut-off dates/times. Parent’s Night Out provided by Sisters In Effect on Friday, May 16th from 6:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. All children from walking to 12 years old are welcomed. We will provide a light snack. There is a donation of $5.00 required for each child. Your Now Network Tune into Your Now Network, a new 24 hour ministry platform. Our Pastor, Dr. Douglas E. Brown shares the gospel every day at 6:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. Visit the website at www.yournownetwork.com. TAKES PLACE EVERY QUARTER (JANUARY, APRIL, JULY, OCTOBER) PLEASE CONTACT THE CHURCH OFFICE FOR MORE DETAILS.