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Adult Sunday School @ 9:30 AM Sunday In-Person and Livestream Worship Service @ 10:45 AM “You are the light of the world. A city built on a hill cannot be hid.” Matthew 5:14 NRSV
The Church on the Hill, Near the Cross, In the Word and on the move for Christ
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Youth Church Sunday @ 10:45 AM
Pastor’s Prayer Call @ 7:00 AM
Adult Sunday School now in person @ 9:30 AM
Monday - Friday
Sunday Service on Livestream @ 10:45 AM
KAIROS Call @ 1:00 PM :HGQHVGD\ Bible Study on Zoom @ 7:00 PM
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Church Covenant
Having been led, as we believe, by the spirit of God to receive the Lord Jesus Christ as our Savior, and on the profession of our faith, having been baptized in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit, we do now in the presence of God, angels and this assembly, most solemnly and joyfully enter into covenant with one another, as one body in Christ. We engage, therefore, by the aid of the Holy Spirit, to walk together in Christian love; to strive for the advancement of this Church, in knowledge and holiness; to give it a place in our affections, prayers and services above every organization of human origin; to sustain its worship, ordinances, discipline and doctrines; to contribute cheerfully and regularly, as God has prospered us, toward its expenses, for the support of a faithful and evangelical ministry among us, the relief of the poor, and the spread of the Gospel throughout the world. In case of a difference of opinion in the church, we will strive to avoid a contentious spirit, and if we cannot unanimously agree, we cheerfully recognize the right of the majority to govern. We also engage to maintain family and secret devotions; to religiously educate our children; to seek the salvation of our kindred and acquaintances; to walk circumspectly in the world; to be kind and just to those in our employ, and faithful in the service we promise others; endeavoring in the purity of heart and good will towards all people to exemplify and commend our Holy faith. We further engage to watch over, to pray for, to exhort and stir up each other unto every good word and work; to guard each other’s reputation, not needlessly exposing the infirmities of other; to participate in each other’s joys and with tender sympathy bear one another’s burdens and sorrows; to cultivate Christian courtesy; to be slow to give or take offense, but always ready for reconciliation, being mindful of the rules of our Savior in the eighteenth chapter of Matthew, to secure it without delay; and through life, amid evil report and good report, to seek to live to the glory of God who hath called us out of the darkness into God’s marvelous light. When we remove from this place, we engage as soon as possible to unite with some other church, where we can carry on the spirit of this covenant and the principles of God’s Word.
Order of Worship The Fifth Sunday after the Epiphany Sunday, February 4, 2024 Rev. Orville Brissett Minister of Music and Worship Arts
Minister Kay Anderson Worship Leader
Praise and Worship The Call to Worship The Choral Introit……… Holy, Holy, Holy….…........Congregation Prayer of Invocation..….…………..….….Minister Kay Anderson Prayer Chant…………….The Lord’s Prayer………..Congregation
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Musical Interlude……………………..……………………… The Hymn of Consecration.. ……“Lift Every Voice and Sing“….Inspirational Choir * ***
Greeting our Visitors…..…………………........Sister Rita Waters Pastoral Emphasis & Scripture Lesson.................Rev Dr. Wayne E. Croft Sr., The Ministry of Giving Offertory Prayer…….…..............................Trustee Curtis Hammond ** Announcements…..……..................................................................
Prayer of Intercession………......................Deacon Reginald Weaver Choral Response.…...……………..…………………..………... **
The Ministry of Music
Sermonic Selection………...“Turn Around”…….….. Inspirational Choir “We don’t need another political uprising. We don’t need another conqueror on the scene. What we need is a special word, that will bond within our hearts and give us direction from above. We need a Word from the Lord. A Word from the Lord. Just one Word from the Lord, will remove all the doubts and cause the sun to shine and give peace of mind. Speak Lord, Speak Lord.”
The Ministry of Preaching The Reverend Wayne E. Croft, Sr., “A Day in the Life of Jesus” Mark 1:29-39 *Call to Discipleship Holy Communion The Words of Institution The Purpose of our Gathering The Prayer of Confession and Thanksgiving Closing Prayer And They Had Sung A Hymn
Departing to Serve *PleaseStand **UshersMaySeatWorshippers ***Congregation Seated Worship with us online at https://stpaulsbaptist.org/
CANIDATES FOR BAPTISM Baptism Service starts at 10:15 AM Jeremiah Brooks Amir Dorsey Josephine Hamilton William Hightower Keziah Walker Elijah Laws August Shambry
PLEASE USE QR CODE OR LINK BELOW TO REGISTER http://tinyurl.com/5e5hzzwd
HOLD THE DATE! ZOOM CHURCH MEETING
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2024 2:00 PM
Please Join The St. Paul's Women's Fellowship & Health Wellness Ministry One Hagerty Blvd. Fellowship Hall West Chester, PA 19380
February 24, 2024 9:00-12:00
For an Interactive Program
Improving Cardiovascular Health in Adolescent Females in Order to Prevent Cardiovascular Disease in Adult Women Did you know.....
• 44% women are living with some form of heart disease • Heart disease accounts for 1 in 5 female deaths • African American females are disproportionately affected with heart disease compared to other races • Only 56% of women know that heart disease is their number one cause of mortality • l{nowing the facts about cardiovascular disease, signs, symptoms, and risk factors can help you take steps to protect you and your daughters and seek proper treatment if you need it
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Dr. Lisa Croft Spiritually and Cardiovascular Health in Adults
Dr. Rolanda Johnson Young Adult Females and Heart Disease
Use QR code above or click on link below to register http://tinyurl.com/ywkus7xe
St. Paul’s Baptist Church Presents:
Women’s Day of Discipleship Calling all Sisters to Volunteer Sign up immediately after service. Jan. 28, 2024 Elevator Lobby Sisters online please write “Volunteer” in the chat. Saturday, March 23, 2024 9 AM – 4 PM Adult and Teenager Workshops Heart to Heart Discussions Live Panel Speakers Resources
$30 fee Includes lunch and snack
1 Hagerty Blvd, West Chester, PA 19382 610-692-2446 Rev. Dr. Wayne E. Croft
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Looking for an opportunity to give of your time and talents? We are praying for volunteers to serve on the planning committee and/or to be available to join us at the dinner as we give back and serve the community. The next volunteers meeting will be on Sunday, February 4, 2024 immediately following morning service in Kitchen Side Fellowship Hall. We will be handing out assignments to the volunteers and have a mock trial run of the dinner. Chairperson – Brother David Durnell, Evangelism Ministry Co-Chair - Trustee Dwayne Loper Co-Chair - Sister Pam White, Missionary Ministry
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Home Daily Bible Readings MONDAY “Seductive Song” (Daniel 3:1-7) TUESDAY “Defying an Immoral Command” (Daniel 3:8-18) WEDNESDAY “Works that Proclaim the Truth” (John 10:24-38) THURSDAY “When Faith Comes under Fire” (Acts 4:7-20) FRIDAY “We must Obey God Alone” (Acts 5:17-29) SATURDAY “You Will Not Be Burned” (Isaiah 43:1-7) SUNDAY “Delivered from the Flames” (Daniel 3:19-28a)
New Year New Start New Job Opportunities
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Are you looking for a fresh start to 2024? Are you looking for a career change? St. Paul’s Baptist Church of West Chester is looking to fill the following full time, in office, staffing positions: Church Administrative Manager - Monday to Friday 9:00 - 4:00 We are seeking an Administrative Manager who will drive effective church operations by proactively providing the Chair of the Trustee Board the full range of high-level support in alignment with his/her role and responsibilities at St. Paul s Baptist Church. They will support the mission of the Church by proactively bringing to the Pastor and Trustee Board Chair, important matters and information which require their attention. They shall ensure ongoing communication and support of the Trustee Board in addition to ensuring synchronized, efficient and effective church administrative operations which include assisting Pastor as needed, interfacing with Pastor, Deacons, Trustees, other staff members, and church members, as well as supervision and oversight of the Technical Administrative Secretary, Bookkeeper, and Facilities Manager, ensuring seamless church operations, and other duties as assigned.
Technical Administrative Assistant - Monday to Friday 9:00 - 4:00 Our Technical Administrative Assistant shall provide back up support for the Church Administrative Manager and clerical support as assigned, while also working in alignment with all church staff members and contributing to support daily effective and efficient church operations. Some of the ways this will be done is through the creation of accurate and inspiring church communications, inclusive of the Sunday service and special event bulletins, support of church projects, day to day activities such as answering the telephone and doorbell, handling questions from walk-in members and visitors, general record keeping, and other duties as assigned.
Bookkeeper - Monday to Friday 9:00 - 4:00 We are looking for a reliable and detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join our church staff. The general function of the Bookkeeper is to perform bookkeeping responsibilities required for conducting the operations of the church. Confidentiality and loyalty are to be kept in the highest ethical regard and sound judgement should be exercised in the performance of bookkeeping responsibilities. The Bookkeeper will work closely with the Pastor, Trustees, Church Treasurer, and our accountant. Primary qualifications include bookkeeping and/or accounting experience in Accounts Payable and Receivables, account maintenance, and payroll procedures; proficiency and/or experience in Quick Books, Excel, and various other office software. Additional information and more details regarding all positions and responsibilities can be found by searching “St. Paul’s Baptist Church” on INDEED.com where you can submit your resume If interested.
Church Family the following items will help us serve with greater efficiency: Any items that you need to be placed in the Sunday Bulle�n must be submitted to the Church Office by noon on Wednesday. You may email your announcement informa�on to assistantsecretary@stpaulsbap�st.org. If informa�on is received a�er the deadline, it will be placed in the next upcoming Sunday Bulle�n. Announcements will only be placed in the bulletin 3 weeks prior to the event. Any in-service Ministry announcements can be sent to spbcannouncementministry@gmail.com. They will announce Pastoral Emphasis and St. Paul’s ministry news only. The deadline is Monday to be announced 3 weeks out. Any item of informa�on for Pastoral Emphasis, or if you are reques�ng to make an announcement on Sunday, must be submitted by noon on Friday. You may either call 610.692.2446 Ext. 140 or email your announcement informa�on to churchoffice@stpaulsbap�st.org. We realize that things do happen between Friday and Sunday and that the need may arise wherein someone has to get a note to Pastor. However, in an effort to give Pastor minimal distrac�ons on Sunday mornings as he prepares for worship, aside from an emergency, please refrain from sending a note to Pastor reques�ng that he make an announcement.
Opportunities for sharing time and talents
Part time Church Sexton M-F 6pm-9pm Contact the church office at churchoffice@stpaulsbaptist.org Weekend Church Sexton
Saturday and Sundays
REACTIVATION of the SAFETY & SECURITY MINISTRY
Do you take safety and security seriously? Do you have a special skill set that could benefit the safety and security ministry? Did you serve on the safety and security ministry previously? If you answered yes to any of these questions then please use the tiny URL to express interest in serving on the ministry. https://tinyurl.com/SPBC-SSERP23
For more information, please contact Dr. Carmen Lesesne or email security@stpaulsbaptist.org
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ST. PAUL'S BAPTIST CHURCH MARTIN LUTHER KING PLAZA
ONE HAGERTY BOULEVARD WEST CHESTER, PA 19382 PHONE: 610-692-2446 FAX: 610-692-7582 EMAIL: CHURCHOFFICE@STPAULSBAPTIST.ORG WWW.STPAULSBAPTIST.ORG