VOLUME 68 NUMBER 4 APRIL 2025
FROM THE PASTOR’S DESK…
1 Corinthians 15:17 – And if Christ be not raised, your faith is vain; ye are yet in your sins.
The Resurrection of Jesus Christ is the hub around which the entire Christian Faith revolves. Without the Resurrection, we’re just another religion among thousands. With it, we’re the only one of our kind. Jesus claimed He was the way, the truth, and the life. He told Mary and Martha that He was the Resurrection and the life. So, either He is, or He isn’t. What side of the fence will you stand on? Will you believe the gospels and accept that Jesus died and rose bodily from the dead? Or will you doubt and reject the event altogether? The great American Statesman Benjamin Franklin once said, “When in doubt, don’t.” That’s excellent advice.
Do you doubt the Resurrection? “Don’t!” Examine the evidence from Scripture. It demands a sound investigation. The women who discovered the empty tomb were unqualified to testify in court based on 1st-century Jewish custom. If the gospel writers were to fabricate a story of Christ rising from the dead, they wouldn’t use these first-person witnesses. Showing Himself alive to the Apostles and allowing them to touch His risen body inspired them to give their lives to spread His message of hope, love, and salvation by grace through faith. And it wasn’t only 11 men He visited. More than 500 saw Him at one time.
Examine the transformation that took place after the Resurrection. Men and women died violent, gruesome deaths because of their faith in Christ and the guarantee certified by the Father in the Resurrection of the Son. I don’t doubt the Resurrection. My faith is not empty or hollow, and my sins are gone, washed clean by the precious blood of Jesus. Once you understand the power of the Resurrection, you’ll know the power of forgiveness and the depth of God’s love for you. ~~Pastor Greg
MARCH SUNDAY SCHOOL ATTENDANCE
March 2 131
March 9 139
March 16 122
March 23 113
March 30 116
5 (621) 124 average
Your attendance is very much welcome at any time. Love to see everybody back!
FIND US ON MEDIA, OR CONTACT US
Web site: www.beulahann1874.org (Check the church calendar, find the latest bulletin, newsletter, service times, and more.
Facebook: Beulah Ann Baptist Church (Services live streamed.)
You Tube: Beulah Ann Missionary Baptist Church (available a few minutes after the close of service.)
Radio: WEMM FM, 107.9, Mondays at 7:45 am – a 15-minute program, “Child-like Faith.”
E-mail: BeulahAnnMBC@gmail.com. Also,
prayer requests can be sent to babcprayer@aol.com and will be shared with a large group of prayer warriors.
Telephone: 304-743-5854.
BIBLE READING PROGRAMS
WVBC ABWM 5-year Bible Reading Plan:
April: Zephaniah
May: Malachi
Evangelistic Outreach Bible Reading Schedules give an Old and New Testament selection to read each day of the year, on the foyer table.
CONTRIBUTIONS TO NEWSLETTER FUND
Thru church treasury $50.00
Thank you for your generous support.
OVER 50 ANNIVERSARIES
Jerry and Clara Zerkle, May 2, 58 yrs.
OVER 80 BIRTHDAYS
Pat Grass, April 30, 84 yrs.
Leoma Venoy, May 10, 83 yrs.
THANK YOU
v Dear Church Family,
I wanted to take a moment to extend our heartfelt thanks to you all, for any & everything you did for our mother, Naomi Dailey. The many of you who called, visited, sent cards to her this last year during her declining health. She truly loved being a member of Beulah Ann, singing in the choir, and of course bossing around the decorating committee! As most of you know, Mom was a jokester and enjoyed the playful friendships she had with many in the church. Also, thanks for the donations of Bibles from both the church and her Sunday School Class. Please remember her fondly, as the older lady who was crazy about mowing her grass!
With Love & Appreciation,
The Entire Dailey Family – Robin, Scott, Jack, Brittney, Alex, Corey, Zack, Josh, Grace, Noel, Ellie, Matthew & Emma.
v Beulah Ann Congregation,
We want to take a moment to thank you again for your continued support of our Knights Great Hall. You are our largest supporter and that does not go unnoticed or unappreciated. The amount of families touched by your generosity is simply amazing.
The Cabell Midland Counseling Dept.
v Thank you so much for the delicious meal following the burial of our father, grandfather, great-grandfather and husband, and for the funeral service. It was greatly appreciated.
Family of Douglas Chapman
NEW MEMBERS
On Sunday morning, March 16, Donny and Penny Conner presented themselves for membership by transfer of letter from Zoar Baptist Church in Milton. Also, Beverly Copley presented herself for membership by her Christian Experience. Welcome to all these wonderful people!
CONGRATULATIONS to Stephanie and Austin Scribner of Iowa on the April 15 birth of Charlotte Danielle Scribner. She is the granddaughter of Rick and Julie Morrison, and great-granddaughter of Pat Morrison.
CHRISTIAN SYMPATHY TO THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF:
TIMOTHY SHANE CLAGG, 40, who passed away April 3. He was a 24-year member of the Ona Volunteer Fire Dept.
STEVIE HOLLEY, 54, of Sheffield, OH, who passed away on March 19. He was a cousin of Brenda Lawson.
DANNY MAY, 79, of Huntington, who passed away March 26. He was a brother of Pastor Willie May.
DREMA MAY, 71, of Texarkana, TX, who passed away March 19. She was a niece of Phyllis Noble.
CHARLOTTE JEAN SUNDERLAND MCCOY, 82, of Barboursville, passed away March 26. She was a niece of the late Pauline Childers. She was a member of our church, attending in her youth.
CAROL JEAN WOODY, 78, of Ona, whose funeral was April 10. She is survived by her husband Gary, her daughters Becky Woody, Sheila Yates (Christopher) and her son, Jerry Woody, four grandchildren, and twelve great-grandchildren. She was member of the church and friend to many.
MISSION PROJECTS
In March, our project was the Uganda Building Project. Bobby Bowen’s Global Outreach coworkers in Jinja, Uganda, are building a center for education and help of all kinds. Our goal was to pay for a latrine for the new facility! (Instead of the open sewers in this city.) Our goal was originally $3,500, but increased costs raised this to $4,000. In March, we gave $3,173, but more is being received in April, and we will meet the goal! Thanks to all for your support.
In April, we are focusing on Camp Ona! Donations will be used to purchase cleaning supplies and items necessary for repairs in order to get things ready for the upcoming camping season. If you wish to contribute, please write Camp Ona on the memo line of your check.
The ABWM Community Outreach Project for April is new stuffed animals for our First Responders – The Ona Volunteer Fire Dept, the Ona EMS station, and the Sheriff’s Field Office. They use these toys to comfort children who are caught up in situations such as fires, car crashes, and domestic violence. Please place donations in the basket in the front foyer. Thanks!
CHILDREN’S MINISTRY NEWS
March was an interesting month. The 2nd Sunday of March Jesus kids usually sing at Paramount Assisted Living. But they had sickness so we did not go. Then the rain and water rising postponed our Winter Attendance Contest trip till May. Sixteen children came faithfully to church, brought their Bible and said their Bible verse. We were able to have our Quarterly Birthday party for kids who have birthdays the first 3 months of the year.
In April, Jesus kids were able to go singing at Paramount Assisted Living. There were 5 who were able to attend and they were amazing singing different older songs and some new ones. The residents love to hear them sing. Thank you parents for encouraging them. Jesus Kids say, “Thank You” to Cearra Scarberry for fixing dinner for them or should we say Breakfast? (Brenner).
We are getting ready for our Easter Egg Hunt on April 19th at Beulah Ann. Kids are excited. They will also tell the true meaning of Easter in a little presentation. Our theme is HAPPY, HAPPY DAY when Jesus rose from the grave!
We are also planning for Vacation Bible School June 8th – 12th, “What a Mess VBS”. Could you help us? One week of blessing for you and the kids. There is a sign-up sheet on the front foyer table.
Children’s Ministry wants to say Thank you to all the church members who brought in eggs, candy and toys for our Easter Egg Hunt. The kids will love them.
Pray for our kids.
~~Children’s Ministry Team
If you weigh 220 on Earth you would only weigh 84 on Mars and 13 on Pluto. So you’re not fat, you’re just on the wrong planet!
CALENDAR:
** Tues., April 22,29, 10 am – Sew Blest, Family Center; 6 pm – In Stitches, Family Center.
** Sat., April 19 – Children’s Ministry Easter Egg Hunt, Family Center.
** Sun., April 20, 6:30 am – Youth Ministry’s Son Rise Service, Family Center.
** Fri.-Sun., April 25-27 – Spring Camp-a-Rama at Beech Fork Campground.
** Sat., April 26, 9 am – Quilting Retreat, Family Center. All are invited to attend.
**Sun., April 27, 12:15 pm – VBS Volunteer meeting, downstairs.
**Sun., April 27, 7 pm – Children’s Awards.
**Tues., April 29, 7 pm – Sanctuary Choir will sing at Barker’s Ridge Revival.
**Sat., May 3 – Clean–Up and Work Party at Camp Ona.
**Sun., May 4, 12:15 pm – Children’s Award trip to Pump Up the Fun!
**Sun., May 4, 6 pm – ABWM Meeting, Family Center. (Ladies, don’t forget to bring your homemade cookies for first responders.); ABMM Meeting, Caldwell Classroom.
**Mon., May 5 – Wed., May 7 – Spring Golden’eers Retreat, Parchment Valley. See Alliene Caldwell for more information. (Registration is due by April 21.)
** Mon., May 5, 7 pm – Board of Deacons Meeting, Family Center.
**Tues., May 6,13,20,27, 10 am – Sew Blest, Family Center; 6 pm – In Stitches, Family Center.
** Sat., May 10, 6 pm – Community Appreciation Dinner, Family Center. The meal will be provided by the ABW Men, ladies are asked to bring desserts.
** Sun., May 11- Newsletter Deadline.
**Mon., May 12, 7 pm – Board of Christian Education Meeting, Family Center.
** Fri., May 16, 9 pm – Newsletter Work Party, Family Center.
** Sat., May 17, 11 am – 2 pm – Dedication Service for the Sunny Day Activities Center at Camp Cowen. Everyone welcome.
** Sun., May 18, 11 am – Baccalaureate Service. See Mitzi Beckett or any of the Youth Ministry team for more information.
** Sun., May 18, 12:15 pm – VBS Volunteer meeting, downstairs, and National Day of Prayer for VBS.
** Thurs., May 29, 1 pm ABWM (June) Meeting, Picnic Shelter.
LOOKING AHEAD:
v Sun.-Fri., June 8-13 – Children’s Vacation Bible School – “What a Mess VBS.”
v Sun. – Thurs., June 8 -12 – Youth Ministries VBS – “Destination Heaven”.
v Sun., Sept. 14 – Homecoming.
LADIES BIBLE STUDY COMPLETED
The Ladies Bible Study began February 3 at 11:00 and February 6 at 5:30 pm for a 6-week study entitled, “You Are Never Alone” by Max Lucado. We had wonderful fellowship, discussion and a variety of snacks. The lessons were focused on miracles Jesus had done and our personal experiences in our life or have witnessed a miracle. Ladies were asked to reflect on miracles, the character of Christ, and God’s involvement in our everyday life. God is with us when we are stuck. God is with us in the storm. God spoke to Moses, “I Am that I AM.” God is with us in the dark. God is with us when we need grace. These are some topics discussed in our Bible study. It was challenging, due to flooding, snow and ice storms, but after several reschedules, we did complete our study. We finished the study by watching the movie of Esther. As a child of God, we are never alone. He is always there waiting on us to talk to Him. His Grace is sufficient.
I am planning next Ladies Bible Study for the Fall. ~~Connie Chapman
YOUTH MINISTRIES
This year, BAMBY again participated in the Rec the Weekend. This event is a collaboration of 8 churches to gather our Middle and High Schoolers together for a time of fun and Fellowship.
This year, we started at the Sports Complex where the teens played flag football, waffle ball and kickball. After a couple hours, we walked to the Rec Center for our Worship Service followed by Rock Climbing, Swimming, basketball and fun. All that attended had a great time!!
~~Mitzi Beckett
People who take care of chickens are literally chicken tenders.
GOOD NEWS NUGGETS
J The Monday following revival, our Sanctuary Choir sang in revival at Mt. Zion Baptist Church, where our evangelist, Chuck Elkins, is pastor. Ryan Massie was their evangelist and brought the message from Romans 12:15 while wearing boxing gloves! He urged us to hang up our gloves. (It made sense if you heard the message.) An added bonus that night was the sunset we viewed as we drove home along the ridge. God’s handiwork!
J We had never heard the Taylor Brothers who were our guests for our 5th Sunday Night Sing on March 30. Brothers Logan and Todd were the singers, with dad Todd on drums. They were all excellent musicians. Logan was the author of some of the songs they sang, such as “Pray Till Something Happens.”
J Well, April 6 was certainly different. Due to heavy rains, Howell’s Mill Road was flooded in the three usual spots, starting Friday night. From the weather predictions, it seemed certain there would be no way to get to church on Sunday. Those of us on Howell’s Mill between the Interstate bridge overpass, and the low gaps just on either side of the Mud River Bridge, are sort of on an island. Patty Morrison, right in the middle of the island, took it upon herself to arrange for a service to be held at Camp Ona! She visited many neighbors, including many who do not attend Beulah Ann, and some who do not attend church anywhere, and many were interested! She made calls and posted on Facebook, and we were ready to meet there at 10 am Sunday morning. But, guess what? The water went down more rapidly than expected, and everyone was able to get to church after all. But with little notice that the water was down, attendance was a little low, and all the adults met together in one big Sunday School Class. We just go with the flow!
J On Monday, April 7, the Sanctuary Choir was on the road again to Lighthouse Baptist Church in Milton, where Tim Messinger is pastor. Rev. Mark Finley brought an inspiring message from Matt. 27-36, and Psalm 22:1-16, which reflects the mind of Christ on the cross.
J Palm Sunday was a wonderful day. Cassie Maynor and Jeanne Lunsford sang a version of “Hallelujah” using the lyrics Cassie had written. Wonderful! We observed Communion, and in the evening, we had guest singers, Southern Sunday. This duo played guitar and mandolin and brought many songs, most of them bluegrass style.
VACATION TIME
Our good pastor and his wife took a well-deserved vacation trip in March. So, Sunday morning March 23, his brother Brooke Lunsford stood in for him and did a great job. Brooke spoke about the power we have in God, and the spiritual gifts we receive when we are saved. As Greg often does, Brooke also gave thanks to Chester Bragg and his late wife, for bringing the young brothers to church and church camp.
In the evening service, Jacob Marshall, 35-yr. old assistant pastor from Antioch Baptist, brought us a talk based on his doctoral thesis, “Jesus Barriers in Eastern Cabell County Churches.” He had done intensive research and presented everyone with a written copy of the results. He had selected seven churches in eastern Cabell County, including us, (like the seven churches in Revelation) and had interviewed pastors and leaders from those churches. The results are too lengthy to report here, but in essence, we need to love each other, be a family, care about people, love outsiders, be welcoming, choose good leaders, and love God and His Word. His doctoral degree is from Dallas Theological Seminary, where J. Vernon McGee, David Jeremiah, and Chuck Swindoll were scholars.
On Wednesday night, our pulpit was filled by George Leese, pastor of Good Shepard Baptist Church. He brought a sermon from Psalms 89:1-11. It was good to hear him again. He and his good wife Linda have attended here for quite a few years, and still attend evening services a lot.
NOTICE: We ordered beautiful blue sun catchers to commemorate our Sesquicentennial, made by Blenko Glass Co. They make a wonderful keepsake of the occasion. We had to order in bulk, and find that we have a few left. Please contact us if you want one. They are $14, which is cost, we are not making any profit.
EASTER
The air is like a butterfly
With frail blue wings.
The happy earth looks at the sky
And sings.
Joyce Kilmer
REVIVAL, CONTINUED
We were in the midst of revival when our last issue was printed, in which we reported on services Sun.-Tues, March 9-11. On Wednesday, our own Sanctuary Choir provided the special music. Pastor Chuck Elkins, our evangelist, brought a message from Proverbs 29:18, entitled “Two Clicks.” Where there is no vision, we have no direction from God, and people go their own way.
The choir from Susannah Baptist Church on Fudges Creek sang for us on Thursday night. Among the songs they sang were “Let Me Tell You About Jesus,” “I’m Glad I Know Who Jesus Is,” and “He Touched Me.” Duane Adkins read a portion of a column from a local Webster County newspaper, about Susannah’s pianist, Michael Bowyer. He has a great natural talent. We are always glad to hear him play.
Chuck’s message was from John 19:28, “I Thirst.” Jesus is a sympathetic sufficient Savior. Chuck said, “We can’t be sinless in this life, but we can strive to sin less.”
Friday, the last night of revival, our evangelist got a stomach virus and was unable to be here! He was very apologetic and stressed about it, but it was understandable. After singing by the choir from Lighthouse (“I Call it Home,” “I’m Looking for Jesus to Come Someday” and many others), our own Pastor Greg filled the pulpit. He read from I Peter 3:15 about Sanctification. We took a love offering for Chuck and everyone agreed it had been a wonderful revival, and we are refreshed.
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