FROM THE PASTOR’S DESK… 

Psalm 85:6 – Wilt thou not revive us again: that thy people may rejoice in thee?

Revival is almost here! Pastor and Evangelist Brother Willie May will hold revival from Sunday morning, October 23rd, through Friday evening, October 28th. We invite you to attend! We encourage you to attend and let the Holy Spirit work in you to revive the flame of faith and restore your joy in the Lord Jesus Christ. Revival is vital to the growth and development of individual believers who make up the universal and local Church.

Many churches don’t have revivals nowadays. There are multiple reasons given: not needed, can’t fit into the schedule, not worthwhile, etc. In days past, a revival was a time when souls found salvation and Churches were revitalized and refocused to carry out the Great Commission. What has changed? I believe we’ve forgotten who needs revival. It isn’t the church building that needs reviving. It’s the members, born-again believers. Our daily interaction with the world can dim our lampshade, dull our witness, and cause us to be diminished vessels for the Lord’s work.

A Spirit-filled, Spirit-led revival is precisely what the groaning Church in America needs. We are holding Revival at Beulah Ann. In the days and weeks before our evangelist arrives, we are preparing for it. We need believers to pray for a Holy Spirit revival. We urge you to pray for church members to show up and experience revival so the Church, as a whole, can thrive! Pray that God will pour out his blessings. Maybe you haven’t been to Church in years. Come back now! Perhaps you’ve never met the new pastor. Introduce yourself at the next service. What if you’ve never been to Church? I encourage you to come and experience Jesus Christ. God demonstrated His love for you and me on the cross, His love letter to us signed in the precious blood of Jesus.    ~~Pastor Greg

SEPT. SUNDAY SCHOOL ATTENDANCE

September 4            118
September 11           113               
September 18           114
September 25           119
4 Sundays 464 = 116 average

The church is thoroughly cleaned between all services. If you cannot attend, all services are streamed live on the Beulah Ann Missionary Baptist Facebook page. Immediately after services, you can watch on our YouTube channel “Beulah Ann Missionary Baptist Church.”  

Prayer requests may be sent directly to the prayer line which is maintained by Sharon Chapman at babcprayer@aol.com, or called in to the church at 304-743-5854. 

Offerings may be mailed to the church at P. O. Box 247, Ona, WV 25545. Please mail Sunday School Class (and other groups) offerings directly to your class treasurer.

BIBLE READING PROGRAMS

WVBC ABWM 5-Year Plan
October – II Samuel 
November – Habakkuk

Daily Bible reading calendars for 2022 are on the foyer table, courtesy of Evangelistic Outreach. 

OVER 80 BIRTHDAYS

Betty Gail Wetherholt, Oct. 17, 81 yrs.
Rowena Bonde, Nov. 3, 92 yrs.
Beverly Harshbarger, Nov. 6, 87 yrs.
Cleo “Punkin” Johnson, Nov. 9, 91 yrs.

OVER 50 ANNIVERSARIES

David & Linda Chapman, Oct. 29, 57 yrs.

GOOD NEWS NUGGETS

A new AC Unit was installed in the back of the church. Thank you, Trustees.

The Caldwell Class held a class meeting at the home of Pat Morrison on Sept. 24. It was well attended, and all enjoyed food, fellowship, and a campfire. 

CONTRIBUTIONS TO NEWSLETTER FUND

Anon. thru church treasury            $40.00
Gene Caldwell                              $20.00
Nina Nowlin                                 $15.00

John 16:22 “…but I will see you again, and your heart will rejoice.” In loving memory of Mommy, the late Maye Nowlin, on her birthday, Oct. 31.

Thank you for your generous support!

CONGRATULATIONS to Jeremy Cooper and Anna Beckett on their Sept. 17 wedding. Jeremy is the son of Steve and Misty Cooper, and grandson of Pat Grass and the late Dick Grass. Anna is the daughter of Kathy Beckett and Jody Beckett. 

CONGRATULATIONS to Tyler Hayes and Brittany Jack on their Sept. 24^th wedding. Tyler is the son of Doug and Angie Hayes and the grandson of Gladys Burns.

 THANK YOU

 Beulah Ann Missionary Baptist Church,

Thank you for blessing the Salvation Army with your gift. You are making a difference! 

Blessings, Donna

 Beulah Ann Family,

Thank you so much for the birthday cards. What a blessing. You all cheered me up and made me smile. I love you all.

Kathy Ryder

 Beulah Ann Baptist Church,

Thank you all so much for your generous donation to our food pantry. We appreciate your continued support

Sincerely, Tracy Urian
CMHS Counselor

 ‘Tis so sweet, to trust in Jesus.

CHRISTIAN SYMPATHY TO THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF:

GEORGIA LYNN “POOH” BLACK, 22, of Rogersville, TN, whose funeral was Sept. 23. She was a niece of Mollie (James) Perry.

CHARLES R. “RANDY” BLAKE, 75, of Huntington, whose funeral was Sept. 23. He was a friend and former co-worker of David Benedict, Dennis Childers, Rick Sansom, and Rick Webb. 

MONA KAY FREEMAN BLEDSOE, 61, of Lesage, who passed away Sept. 16. She was a cousin of Nina Nowlin and Sheila Castle.

LARRY E. JORDAN, 82, of Orange Park, FL, passed away Sept. 21. He was a teacher, administrator and coach in the Cabell County School System for 35 years. 

RACHEL LAKES, 38, of Huntington, whose funeral was Oct. 6. She was the daughter of Bob Lakes who sang with the Gospel Harmony Boys and Butch Vititoe.  

WILLIAM MCGINNIS WILEY, 62, of Robinson, WV, whose funeral was Sept. 30. He was a cousin of Mollie Perry.

PASTOR GARY ROGER WILSON, 77, of Milton, whose funeral was Sept. 23. He was a brother of Harvalee Elkins, and Pastor at Mt. Zion Baptist church in Salt Rock.

MISSION PROJECTS

 In September and now in October, we are collecting funds for shipping costs for Samaritan’s Purse Love in a Shoebox, also known as Operation Christmas Child. The shipping charge to send each shoebox has risen to $10, which includes trucking our boxes to North Carolina, then trucking them to airports, then flying them around the world. Although some individuals and classes provide shipping funds for their boxes, some are not able to, but we have always been able to cover all our boxes. To give, write “Shoebox” on the memo line of your check.

 In November, we will need funds for the Christmas Basket project.

 ABWM COMMUNITY OUTREACH PROJECT for September was collecting clean, gently used winter coats and sweaters for the Huntington City Mission. We gathered 38 coats, several of them donated from the WOWS rummage sale. Thanks everyone!

 Our project for October is collecting body wash and wipes for the Huntington Hospice House. If you have some to donate, please place them in the laundry basket in the front foyer. Thanks!

 CALENDAR

Tues., Oct. 18, 25 – 10 am – Sew Blest, Family Center.

Thurs., Oct. 20 – 6 pm – In Stitches, Family Center.

Mon., Oct. 17, 5:30-8:30 pm – Ladies Bible Study in the Family Center Dining Room, led by Connie Chapman. (Second session.) “You’ll Get Through This” by Max Lucado is the theme. Bring snacks! The study will continue another four weeks on Monday nights except for 10/24 due to revival. All ladies are welcome to join in. 

Thurs.-Fri., Oct. 20-21 – WVBC Annual Meeting at Summersville Baptist Church. Our delegates are Pastor Greg Lunsford, SS Superintendent Tom McComas, Jim and Jo Ross, and Vera Miller. Alternates are Jeanne Lunsford and Patty Morrison. 

Thurs., Oct. 27, 1 pm – WOWS Harvest Party at Pat Morrison’s house. 

Sun., Oct. 30, 7 pm – Children’s Ministries awards.

Tues., Nov. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 10 am – Sew Blest, in the Family Center. 

Thurs., Nov. 3, 10, 17, 24 6 pm – In Stitches, Family Center.

Sat., Nov. 5 – Children’s Fall Retreat, Parchment Valley.

Mon., Nov. 7, 7 pm – Board of Deacons Meeting.

Sat. Nov. 12, 4 pm – Family Night of Art, taught by Ann Henry. See Erin Carter for info.

Sun., Nov. 13, 11 am – Dedication of Love in a Shoebox project. 

PLANNING AHEAD

Wed., Nov. 23 – Horn–of–Plenty Service.

Thurs., & Fri., Dec. 1 & Dec. 2 – Preparation of Christmas Baskets, Beaver Building.

Sat., Dec. 3, 6 pm – Church Christmas Dinner, Family Center.

Sun., Dec. 11, 7 pm – Children’s Ministry presents “Christmas in Black and White”.

 The sooner you fall behind, the more time you’ll have to catch up!

If your mind goes blank, don’t forget to turn off the sound.     ~~Red Green

GIDEON SPEAKER

Brandon Stewart visited on Sept. 18, and shared a story with us concerning a man in Ohio who lost his job, became an alcoholic, lost everything and found himself living in the streets. Then he found a Gideon Bible from a hotel and it saved his soul and his life!

The Gideons was started by a group of businessmen who were staying at a hotel in Montana in 1899, and as they got acquainted, they found they had much in common as Christian men. They felt it would be good to have Bibles available to all in the hotel. Now Gideons place Bibles and New Testaments in hotels, motels, hospitals, and give them to school children. They serve in more than 200 countries and 109 languages.

He told of a group who were trying to take Testaments to a school in the Philippines, but they could not find it. They saw a different school, and decided just to stop and give them out there. The principal had tears in her eyes as she said she had been praying for this, and needed them for a values class they taught. 

 He said the Gideons need our prayers, they need more members, and they need our finances. The Bibles they distribute cost $5 each, and the Testaments are $1.56. A Bible placed in a hotel will last about six years and could reach as many as 2,000 people.

He encouraged us to use the card rack we have in the foyer, which enables you to give Bibles in honor or in memorial.

 Our offering was $1,434.11, which will buy 286 Bibles or 919 New Testaments.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:

Baby Nursery workers for Sunday mornings and for revival. See Boo Meadows.

Safety Team members. See Rick Webb.

Bus/Van drivers. See Pastor Greg. (You need to have a valid driver’s license and be under the age of 70 due to insurance requirements.)

Honest criticism is hard to take, particularly from a relative…or a friend…or an acquaintance…or a stranger.    ~~F. P. Jones

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VOLUME 65 NUMBER 9 SEPTEMBER 2022

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PUBLISHED MONTHLY BY VOLUNTEERS
(IN MEMORY OF MILDRED CALDWELL, EDITOR FOR NEARLY 60 YEARS)

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FROM THE PASTOR’S DESK…

JOHN 17: – “I have glorified thee on the earth: I have finished the work which thou gavest me to do.”
          Jesus came to glorify God. Every human has that purpose in common, including Christ, being born of a woman. And he fulfilled it. Anyone who reads the Scriptures without bias will quickly see that everything Jesus did glorified God. From healing miracles to feeding thousands, Jesus magnified the Father. At this point in the Gospel of John, Jesus is nearing the cross. His active ministry is

complete.  He is prepared to give himself a ransom for many.
         What sacrifices are we prepared to offer in response to the eternal salvation Jesus purchased by his shed blood? For example, are we willing to sacrifice our time to attend services, our treasure to fund church operations and ministries, and our talents to worship and praise Him? Have we chosen one over the others? If so, we are out of balance. Proper balance is essential in life and faith. The Apostle Paul was gung-ho to preach the gospel but required a thorn in the flesh to keep him humble and focused on God’s sufficient grace. Three services a week can seem daunting if we simply warm the pew. Likewise, giving our hard-earned money to support financial needs can be stressful if we don’t wholeheartedly support the church’s ministries. And failing to offer our talents to glorify God at all times makes worship all about us when it is now and ever shall be all about Jesus.
          Beulah Ann is thriving because we seek to honor and glorify God in the name of Jesus Christ by the power of the Holy Spirit. It is not a journey of one or a few. Our church needs every member engaged for the glory of God. Is your faith life out of balance? Examine yourself, repent and rebalance today. We love you and need you!                                                           ~~Pastor Greg

AUGUST SUNDAY SCHOOL ATTENDANCE

August 7       102
August 14     114
August 21     146
August 28     115
TOTALS 477 = 119 average

The church is thoroughly cleaned between all services. If you cannot attend, all services are streamed live on these Facebook pages: Beulah Ann Missionary Baptist (church building is the profile pic). Immediately after services, you can watch on YouTube channel “Beulah Ann Missionary Baptist Church.”  

Prayer requests may be sent directly to the prayer line which is maintained by Sharon Chapman at babcprayer@aol.com, or called in to the church at 304-743-5854.

Offerings may be mailed to the church at P. O. Box 247, Ona, WV 25545. Please mail Sunday School Class (and other groups) offerings directly to your class treasurer.

BIBLE READING PROGRAMS

WVBC ABWM 5-Year Plan
September – Ephesians
October – II Samuel

Daily Bible reading calendars for 2022 are on the foyer table, courtesy of Evangelistic Outreach.

OVER 80 BIRTHDAYS

Mary Lunsford, Sept. 21, 88 yrs.
Juanita Nance, Sept. 24, 81 yrs.
Patty Dailey, Sept. 29, 84 yrs.
Bill Ryder, Oct. 1, 86 yrs.
Gladys Burns, Oct. 2, 86 yrs.

OVER 50 ANNIVERSARIES

Bill & Joyce Ryder, Sept. 9, 67 yrs. 
Garry & Carol Woody, Oct. 8, 57 yrs.
Russell & Barbara Blake, Oct. 14, 60 yrs.                    

CONGRATULATIONS to Sergeant 1^st Class Steven Morrison, who graduated from the US Army Master Leader Course Aug. 18 at Camp Shelby in Mississippi. He is the son of Patty and the late Jim Morrison.

CONTRIBUTIONS TO NEWSLETTER FUND

Willing Workers SS Class              $40.00
Ruben & Saundra Adkins              $20.00

Ruben & Saundra write, “Pastor Greg and friends at Beulah Ann, thank you for the newsletter. We enjoy reading it and catching up. We miss everyone. Hope to see you soon.”

Thank you for your generous support!

The 911 ADDRESSING PROJECT came sweeping through the big town of Ona the first week of August. The addresses don’t seem to make much sense to us, but they are designed to make it easier for first responders to locate us. PLEASE CALL, MAIL, E-MAIL, TEXT OR JUST PLAIN TELL US YOUR NEW ADDRESS. If you are at church, there is a basket of note cards on the foyer table for your convenience, or you can use the Newsletter sign-up slips.

THANK YOU

Beulah Ann Church Family, Thank you so much for donating Bibles in my grandfather’s memory. The family and I appreciate it very much. My grandfather (Jim Atkins) loved the church very much and I know he would also appreciate it. You all are so very thoughtful during this difficult time.

Christy Dunlap

Thank you all so much for your generous donation to our Knight’s Great Hall. Your continued support is vital to keeping the pantry going for our community. Thanks again.

Tracy Urian, CMHS Counselor

In memory of my brother-in-law Phillip Young. He was a good man and will be missed. Thanks for a wonderful dinner.

Betty Young
(Donation in memory of Phil was enclosed.)

ABWM COMMUNITY OUTREACH PROJECT for September is collecting clean, gently used winter coats and sweaters for the Huntington City Mission. If you have some to donate, please place them in the laundry basket in the front foyer. Thanks!

Better to remain silent and be thought a fool, than to speak and remove all doubt.

~~Abraham Lincoln

CHRISTIAN SYMPATHY TO THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF:

LARRY CAREY, 77, of Huntington, whose funeral was Sept. 3. He was the husband of Barbara Carey, and stepfather of Brian (Leigh) Bellomy.

MARGARET KISH FADLEVICH, 97, of Ona, whose funeral was Sept. 3. She was a friend to many in our church wo were her neighbors on Sunny Drive.

MAE “POOCH” ALDENE BLACK INSCOE, 83, of Huntington, whose funeral was Sept. 1. She was a friend to several in our church.

RICHARD JACKSON, 90, of Wheelersburg, OH, passed away Sept. 6. He was the brother of Rosemary Walker.

DONALD KEITH SHEPPARD, 70, of Milton, passed away Sept. 12. He was a relative of JoAnn Jordan and others in the church.

SCOTT SIMMS, 65, of Ona, passed away Aug. 18. He served as the Sheriff of Mason County for eight years. He was the father of Jennifer (Billy) Rose, and neighbor to several church members on Rimmer Lane.

WILLIAM “BILL” TOPPING, 59, of Huntington, passed away Sept. 1. Among his survivors are his wife, Mary Morrison Topping, and siblings Jamie Clagg, Christy Holley and Dee Sargent.

MELVIN PHILIP YOUNG, 84, of Milton, whose funeral was Aug. 29. He is survived by his loving wife Ruby, step-son David Cantrell, and many friends in our church. He was a faithful member of this church and will be missed.

MISSION PROJECTS

In August, we collected for the Salvation Army, who are always on the front lines to help people in need in various situations. We contributed $460 to this wonderful organization.

In September and October, we are turning our attention to Samaritan’s Purse Love in a Shoebox, also known as Operation Christmas Child. The shipping charge to send each shoebox has risen to $10, which includes trucking our boxes to North Carolina, then trucking them to airports, then flying them around the world. Although some individuals and classes provide shipping funds for their boxes, some are not able to, but we have always been able to cover all our boxes. To give, write “Shoebox” on the memo line of your check.

GOOD NEWS NUGGETS

 On Sunday, Sept. 11, Pastor Greg asked everyone in the congregation under the age of 21 to stand. From my vantage point, there were 20-25 young people standing (not counting the children who were downstairs). What a wonderful sight! But his point was that these young people have no personal memory of the events of 9-11-01. We must never forget.

Blessings sang for us again on August 21 and Sept. 11. They always chose the right songs and really are a blessing!

THANKS FROM OUR PARTNERS

Beulah Ann supports many missions far and wide, both from our budget and designated offerings. And they are all faithful to express their thanks. Here is just a sample of this month’s letters:

From Evangelistic Outreach Ministries, Calvin Ray Evans writes, “Dear Friends at Beulah Ann, I just wanted to share will all of you the deep appreciation this ministry has for your support. It means so much to know your church is praying for us. Thank you so much for your willingness to stand with us to spread the

Gospel of Jesus Christ to a world filled with lost souls!”

Mitch Webb, the Executive Director of the Huntington City Mission, writes, “Thank you for your recent gift. Your support is deeply appreciated. Your generosity makes a difference and gives hope to those who experience homelessness.”

Unfolding Word President David Reeves writes, “We are profoundly grateful for your continued support of Church-Centric Bible Translation.” We support the Russ and Jan Perry who have dedicated their lives to this ministry.

Dr. Jeffrey Haggray writes in behalf of the American Baptist Home Mission Societies, “Thank you for your generous gift. Your financial support is making a transformational difference across the United States and Puerto Rico.

CALENDAR
* – Sun., Aug. 18 – Gideon Sunday. Speaker will be Brandon Stewart.
* – Tues., Sept. 20,27, 10 am – Sew Blest, Family Center.
* – Thurs., Sept. 22,29, 6 pm – In Stitches Quilt Group, Family Center.
* – Fri. – Sat. Sept 23 – Sept 24, 8 am – The WOW group will have a rummage sale at the home of Alliene Caldwell. Lots of good items are available. (Anything left after this sale will be donated.)
* – Sat., Sept. 24 – The Wedding of Tyler Hayes and Brittany Jack in Scott Depot, WV. Tyler is the son of Doug & Angie Hayes and grandson of Gladys Burns.
* – Sat., Sept. 24, 5 pm – The Caldwell Sunday School Class will meet at the home of Patty Morrison for a picnic, campfire and games.
* – Fri.- Sun., Sept. 30 – Oct. 2 – Fall Camp-a-Rama at Beech Fork State Park. See Erin Carter for more information.
* – Sun., Oct. 2, 6 pm – Meetings of the ABWM (Family Center Dining Room), and the ABMM (Caldwell Classroom.
* – Mon., Oct. 3, 7 pm – Combined Board Meeting, Family Center Dining Room. (Deacons, Trustees, Finance, Christian Education.)
* – Tues., Oct. 4, 11, 18, 15 – 10 am – Sew Blest, Family Center.
* – Thurs., Oct. 6, 13, 20, 27 – 6 pm – In Stitches, Family Center.
* – Fri.-Sun., Oct. 7-9 – Youth Retreat at Camp Ona, starting with a 5^th Quarter after Friday night’s football game. Theme: Made in His Image. Cost is $15.00. All attending must have a completed medical release form. See Youth Ministries leaders to register.
* – Sun., Oct. 9, 11 am – Ordinance of Communion, and offering for the Deacon’s Benevolence Fund.
* – Sun., Oct. 9 – Newsletter Deadline.
* – Mon., Oct. 10, 5:30-8:30 pm – Ladies Bible Study in the Family Center Dining Room, led by Connie Chapman. “You’ll Get Through This” by Max Lucado is the theme. Bring snacks! The study will continue another five weeks on Monday nights. All ladies are welcome to join in.
* – Wed., Oct. 13, 7 pm – Quarterly Business Meeting.
* – Fri., Oct. 14, 9 am – Newsletter work party.
* – Thurs.-Fri., Oct. 20-21 – WVBC Annual Meeting at Summersville Baptist Church. Our delegates are Pastor Greg Lunsford, SS Superintendent Tom McComas, Jim and Jo Ross, and Vera Miller. Alternates are Jeanne Lunsford and Patty Morrison.
* – Sun., Oct. 23, 7 pm – Children’s Ministries awards.

PLANNING AHEAD
Wed., Nov. 23 – Horn–of–Plenty Service.
Thurs., & Fri., Dec. 1 & Dec. 2 – Preparation of Christmas Baskets, Beaver Building.
Sat., Dec. 3, 6 pm – Church Christmas Dinner, Family Center.
Sun., Dec. 11, 7 pm – Children’s Ministry presents “Christmas in Black and White”.

PRAYER IS SIMPLE

Prayer is so simple.
It is like quietly opening a door,
And slipping into the very presence of God;
There in the stillness to listen to His voice –
Perhaps to petition,
Or only to listen,
It matters not.
Just to be there
In His presence
Is prayer.
~~Author Unknown

SEPTEMBER

The goldenrod is yellow,
The corn is turning brown;
The trees in apple orchards
With fruit are bending down.
The gentian’s bluest fringes
Are curing in the sun;
In dusty pods the milkweed
Its hidden silk has spun
The sedges flaunt their harvest,
In every meadow and nook;
And asters by the brookside
Make asters in the brook.
From dewy lanes at morning
The grapes’ sweet odors rise;
At noon the roads all flutter
With yellow butterflies.
By all these lovely tokens
September days are here,
With summer’s best of weather,
And autumn’s best of cheer.

YOUTH MINISTRIES

Four teens and three adults spent a few hours volunteering at the Facing Hunger Food Bank in Huntington on Saturday, Sept. 10.

The foodbank serves seventeen counties in WV, OH, and KY. They distribute over 10,000 boxes of food to food pantries, back packs and area distribution points throughout the three states.

We delivered 79 pounds of food to them, which will feed over sixty families. Our job was to fill bags with beef to be distributed. We filled 830 bags, each containing three pounds of beef that will be distributed with other foods this week that will total 2,490 pounds of beef! The foodbank purchases food in bulk and relies on volunteers, grants and donations.  For every $1 they receive, they can feed 9 people.

The youth will be returning but if anyone would like to volunteer or contribute contract them directly or see me and I can give you information.                   ~~Mitzi Beckett

CHILDREN’S MINISTRY NEWS
What a blessing the Crazy Tie Guy and his family were on August 20th. They truly are a missionary family. They spread God’s love with their talent for juggling. They amazed us that night with juggling and unicycling. They came from Tullahoma, Tennessee to spend the evening with us. They shared the Love of God with the illustration of how beautiful Heaven will be. The kids have added them to our prayer list downstairs and they want them to come back again.

Back to School Sunday August 21st was a big turnout. Kids had special treats and take-home book bags filled with school supplies. Pray for our kids this year especially.

Jesus Kids are back practicing every Sunday night at 6:30 pm for 1st – 5th graders. We already have eight that have signed up. More are welcome to join. They have a concert schedule already.

We had the 1st Annual Bible Trivia game God’s Kids versus the Adults in church on Sunday night, Sept. 11. Our trophies looked so nice and they were made by Tri-State Trophies in Barboursville. Well, the winner was God’s Kids!!! They picked the name for their team.

Bible Trivia – Quiz Night

Kids won the first-place trophy and Pastor Greg got a “participation” trophy for asking the questions!

ADULT MINISTRIES HAS FUN TOO!

On September 10th we set up the big screen in the gym and got to watch the Herd take down the #8 Notre Dame!!!!  I hope you can imagine the excitement that went through the Family Center when the winning touchdown went across the line!!! We ate some delicious concession stand food, hot dogs, chicken tenders, nachos and cheese, tater tots, fries, and ice cream!!!  We even whipped up a few funnel cakes!!!! 

It is good that we have the opportunity to come together to watch a sport and team that they love in a place with friends and family that they love. We might just have to make this a regular event!!!!

Thank you to everyone who came out and watched the game and ate some food!!! 

~~Erin Carter

VOLUME 65        NUMBER 8        AUGUST 2022

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(IN MEMORY OF MILDRED CALDWELL, EDITOR FOR NEARLY 60 YEARS)

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FROM THE PASTOR’S DESK…

And for this cause God shall send them strong delusion, that they should believe a lie: That they all might be damned who believed not the truth, but had pleasure in unrighteousness.

2 Thessalonians 2:11

Why would God send delusion to people he sent Christ to save? Verse 10 answers. “… because they received not the love of the truth, that they might be saved.” The gospel goes forth. God’s son, born in the flesh, sinless, gave His life and shed His blood to redeem the lost who will come to Him in faith, believing. The resurrection verifies the gospel’s truth, but the time is fast approaching when the opportunity to be saved will be gone.

Paul writes in these passages of a time when the antichrist will arise. He’ll be the demonic agent of Satan, counterfeiting the apostles’ works and leading untold millions to hell through lies and deceit. But sadly, many will go willingly because of the temporary pleasures they experience without regard for their eternal salvation. Could this time be upon us? It’s possible. Mind-altering madness is accessible through physical pleasure, pharmaceutical dosage, and other forms of manipulation.

Furthermore, recent technological innovation allows one to escape the cares of this world through an immersive experience in a virtual world. The devil uses deception and distraction from reality to keep you from what matters most. There is a future after physical death, and if you fail to make peace with God in this life, you’ll have no peace at all in the afterlife. Scripture says, “… behold, now is the accepted time; behold, now is the day of salvation.”

We pray that you open your mind and heart to the gospel truth. Just as there is physical and temporal life, there is spiritual and eternal life. Reject Christ and suffer hell and damnation. Repent, believe, and live in peace with God eternally through our Lord Christ Jesus.                      ~~Pastor Greg

JULY SUNDAY SCHOOL ATTENDANCE

July 3           107
July 10            91            
July 17            88
July 24            88
July 31         104

              5) 478 (95 average)

The church is thoroughly cleaned between all services. If you cannot attend, all services are streamed live on these Facebook pages: Beulah Ann Missionary Baptist (church building is the profile pic); Greg Lunsford; and Erin McComas-Carter and broadcast live on FM radio 89.5 which can be heard from the church parking lot. Immediately after services, you can watch on YouTube channel “Beulah Ann Missionary Baptist Church.”  

Prayer requests may be sent directly to the prayer line which is maintained by Sharon Chapman at babcprayer@aol.com, or called in to the church at 304-743-5854.

Offerings may be mailed to the church at P. O. Box 247, Ona, WV 25545. Please mail Sunday School Class (and other groups) offerings directly to your class treasurer.

BIBLE READING PROGRAMS

WVBC ABWM 5-Year Plan
August – I Samuel
September – Ephesians

Daily Bible reading calendars for 2022 are on the foyer table, courtesy of Evangelistic Outreach.

OVER 80 BIRTHDAYS

Peggy Neal, Sept. 4, 89 yrs.
Ray Scarberry, Sept. 7, 85 yrs.

OVER 50 ANNIVERSARIES

Fred & Linda Hayes, Aug. 12, 56 yrs.
Charles & Pat Markin, Sept. 3, 57 yrs.     
Jim & Marcella O’Lynn, Sept. 6, 68 yrs.
Bill & Joyce Ryder, Sept. 9, 67 yrs.

CONGRATULATIONS to Cathy Childers, who was appointed to the West Virginia Board of Registered Nurses by Gov. Jim Justice on July 14^th. Husband Mark and in-laws Dennis and Becky Childers are very proud of her accomplishment.

CONTRIBUTIONS TO NEWSLETTER FUND

Sandy Winters                           $20.00
Vivian Collins                             $25.00

Sandy’s contribution was in behalf of her mother, Colleen Scarberry, who has recently moved to Madison Park Healthcare in Huntington.

Vivian writes that she has moved from North Carolina to Florida to live with her daughter Bridget in Orlando. She is thankful to receive the newsletter.

Thank you for your generous support!

NEW MEMBER

Mollie Perry, wife of James Perry was baptized on Aug. 14 by Pastor Greg. What a glorious experience! Welcome, Mollie.

THANK YOU

Just a note to say the ramp is wonderful, and has made it so much better for us to get Barry out and into the car. What a blessing you gave us.

The Smith Family
Barry, Caryn, and Cameron

We thank you, Pastor Greg. We thank the entire church body. We thank all who prepared the meal. We thank you from the bottom of our hearts.

The family of Chester and the late Debbie Bragg

Thank you so very much for allowing us use your facility for our family reunion. It is an honor to be back here to visit with our relatives and be back here at Beulah Ann. With love,

The Ray Family, Nellie Harshbarger, Reba Dunford, and Mary Brubeck.

CHRISTIAN SYMPATHY TO THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF:

HOMER ELI ALFORD, 84, of Milton, WV, whose funeral service was Aug. 13. He was a member of Lighthouse Baptist Church, and a friend to several in our church.

JAMES W. “JIM” ATKINS, 81, of Ona, who passed away August 3. He was a faithful member of our church until his health prevented.

VERLIN BUTLER, 91, of Glenwood, whose private service was Aug. 5. He and his late wife, Yvonne, were faithful members of our church until health prevented.

THOMAS JAMES HASTIE, 71, of Milton, who passed away August 15. He was the pastor of Milton Presbyterian Church, and friend of Nellie Gillispie.

BETTY ROSE JEFFERSON, 87, of Lesage, whose funeral was July 30. She was the mother of Pastor Jamie Jefferson of Oak Hill UBI Church.

MICHAEL PETERSON, 66, of Ona, WV, whose funeral service was Aug.13. He was a neighbor of Pat Grass.

CHRISTOPHER SHAUN VALENTINE, 51, of Loveland, Ohio, whose funeral service was Aug. 13. He was the brother of Tonya (Tracy) Jarvis, and uncle of Sarah (Chad) Bodmer, and Adam (Kelly) Jarvis.

MISSION PROJECTS

Our Mission Project for July was school supplies for Ona Elementary. We were able to send the staff $185 to purchased what was needed, plus we collected some supplies. Thank you for helping this cause.

In August, we are collecting for the Salvation Army, who are always on the front lines to help people in need in various situations. If you wish to donate, write SA on the memo line of your check, made out to the church.

NOTICE: CHILDREN’S MINISTRIES are planning on reopening the nursery, which has been closed since the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic. We need volunteers so we will have two sweet ladies each Sunday morning. If you can help, please see any Children’s Ministries staff member. THANKS!

Thought to ponder: What do people in China call their good plates?

CALENDAR

 Sat., Aug. 20, 5 pm – Back to School Bash with the Crazy Tie Guy! Carnival style food, performance by the Dorrell family, and the sharing of the Word of God. Everyone, not just children, is invited.

 Tues., Aug. 23, 30, 10 am – Sew Blest, Family Center.

 Sun., Aug. 21, 6:30 pm – Children’s Ministry Back to School Bash. (Better bring a towel – Wet night!)

 Sun., Aug. 28 – Jesus Kids Practice Begins. (For ages 1^st -5^th grade.)

 Tues., Sept. 6,13,20,27, 10 am -Sew Blest, Family Center.

 Thurs., Sept. 8, 6 pm – In Stitches Quilt Group will resume. (New Meeting time will be every Thursday at 6 pm.)

 Sat., Sept. 10, 8 am – Youth Ministries will leave to go work at Facing Hunger Food Bank in Huntington, until noon. They will pack boxes to be distributed at various drop off points.

 Sat., Sept. 10, 1:30 pm (Game starts at 2:30) – Adult Ministries will sponsor a viewing of the MU vs. Notre Dame Football game in the Family Center, complete with concessions.

 Sun., Sept. 11 – Newsletter Deadline.

 Sun., Sept. 11, 6 pm – ABWM & ABMM will resume meeting. (ABWM meets in the Family Center, and ABMM meets in the Caldwell Classroom.)

 Mon.,Sept. 12, 7 pm – Board of Deacons Meeting, Family Center.

 Fri., Sept.16 – Newsletter Work Party, Family Center.

 Sun., Aug. 18 – Gideon Sunday.

 Mon., Sept. 19, 5:30 -8:30 pm – Ladies Bible Study begins, in the Family Center, based on Max Lucado’s book, “You’ll Get Through This.”  See Connie Chapman for more info.

PLANNING AHEAD

 Fri.-Sun., Sept. 30 – Oct. 2 – Fall Camp-a-Rama at Beech Fork State Park.

 Wed., Nov. 23 – Horn–of–Plenty Service.

 Thurs., & Fri., Dec. 1 & Dec. 2 – Preparation of Christmas Baskets, Beaver Building.

 Sat., Dec. 3, 6 pm – Church Christmas Dinner, Family Center.

 Sun., Dec. 11, 7 pm – Children’s Ministry presents “Christmas in Black and White”.

GUYANDOTTE BAPTIST ASSOCIATION

DAY CAMP 2022

Theme: Water Works – “Riding the Waves of God’s Love”

The waves of God’s Love were in abundance this year at Day Camp, July 11-15. It is amazing to be a part of such a wonderful group of volunteers. The excitement of the Campers was a title wave. After two years of NO Day Camp due to the Covid-19 they were more than happy to be back at camp. For twenty-three years it has been such a blessing. To see former campers bringing their children to Day Camp. WOW. We have Bible lessons, Music, Crafts and other activities. We could not have Day Camp every year if not for the financial and physical support of our Association churches. A BIG thank you to Good Hope Baptist, Milton Baptist, New Baptist, Twenty-Sixth Street and Union Baptist, and Camp Pastors Tim Arthur and Chad Clark.

Praising God for His Love and many Blessings.

                                        ~~Becky Childers

YOUTH MINISTRIES

On the Fifth Sunday of July, we heard from some campers who spent a week at Camp Cowen this summer. Ava Litteral enjoyed the carnival themed fun and games and was in a “great cabin.” Rebecca Hunt said the theme was presented as a TV show “Upside Down Kingdom.” Hannah Wallace also enjoyed camp, and her brother Beckett made a lot of friends at his first time at camp. He plans to go back again. Reese Hunt and Rachel Hunt also went to camp.

Also, Levi, Isaac and Jeremiah, the sons of Marc and Angie Chapman got to attend Camp Caleb in Louisa, KY. Levi said it rained every day but they had good fellowship. The theme was “To Know God.” They learned more about how to read the Bible and pray. Isaac said he enjoyed the worship, and singing. He said you can always sing for God.

On Sept. 10 the Youth will leave the church at 8 am to travel to Facing Hunger Foodbank. They will spend the morning packing food boxes to be distributed at drop off points throughout the region.                                  ~~ Mitzi Beckett

CHILDREN’S MINISTRY NEWS

What a summer the kids have had. But now everyone is coming home to get ready for school this month. Parents are back with their children coming to church. What a blessing that is to see Mom and Dad bringing their family to God’s house!

On August 20^th The Crazy Tie Guy and family will be with us from 5:00 – 7:30 pm. What a Blessing and such a talented family. Nathan Dorrell is a child evangelist who uses his juggling/circus talent to tell the message of Christ. The whole family is amazing. More to tell you about next newsletter.

Back to School party is Sunday, August 21^st at 11 am and 6:30 pm – Please pray for our kids as they go back to school. Chunky has a storage room downstairs with items that have been purchased by several people for any child who needs school items. Thank you church for your generosity.

Our prayer buddy ministry appreciates those who have signed up to pray for our children. If you do not have one and would like one see Boo. Kids talk about their prayer buddies and love to see them in church. Also, they love having their pictures made with their prayer buddy. So, see Boo for a picture!

Jesus Kids will be back practicing on August 28^th at 6:30 pm for 1st – 5th graders. We already have a singing schedule. Jesus Kids are a blessing.

Our children are learning three sets of Bible Questions. Several have already memorized all three sets. We are so proud of them. So, we have challenged the adult church to a Bible Quiz Bowl Sunday, September 11 at 7 pm. You will be amazed at all the kids have learned.

                             ~~Children’s Ministry Team

Bob: I just bought a top-of-the-line hearing aid.

Bill: Really? What kind is it?

Bob: 12:30.

Dogs come when they are called. Cats take a message and will get back to you.

A bus is a vehicle that runs twice as fast when you’re following it as it does when you are in it.

GOOD NEWS NUGGETS

 Pastor Greg and his family took a well- deserved vacation at the end of August, and the pulpit was well taken care of by Rev. Chelsie Gibson and Rev. George Leese.  

 Robert Jackson did a wonderful job of singing for us Sunday morning, July 17. “We are Standing on Holy Ground” and “Bow the Knee” are both impactful songs. He also shared with us how he is related to church members from our early history, most notably, J. C. Petit.  

 Our Fifth Sunday Night singers were our own “Blessings” and they are appropriately named. Their membership changes from time to time, but on this night Bethany Beckett, Carrie Hunt, Angie Chapman, Jennifer Chapman, Erin Carter and Cassie Maynor made up the group. What a blessing they are! And afterwards, Youth Ministries served everyone ice cream in the Family Center. A great night!

 Sincere Revival presented special music Sunday night, August 7. The group consists of Randy Shaffer, Dan and Debbie Moore, and Greg Tingler. They are all very talented and the presence of the Spirit was evident.  

CHURCH WEBSITE – NEW!

Pastor Greg has spent quite a few hours developing our new website, which looks great and is easy to use. It is still under development, so watch for even more improvements. Our new address is www.beulahann1874.org. You can check for the latest announcements, and if you want to book the church facilities for an event, you can easily check the church calendar before you call the church office to book. Don’t forget the bookmark the page!

WVBC CONVENTION DELEGATES

The 157^th Annual Meeting of our West Virginia Baptist Convention will be at Summersville Baptist Church on October 20 & 21, with the theme, “Intentionally Engaging Communities for Christ.” As always, there will be excellent speakers, much to learn, and great fellowship. It is encouraging to meet and worship with fellow Baptist from all over the state.

Beulah Ann’s delegation is Pastor Greg Lunsford, Sunday School Superintendent Tom McComas, and elected delegates Jim & Jo Ross, and Vera Miller, and alternates are Jeanne Lunsford and Patty Morrison.

If you are interested in taking this lovely fall trip, please see Jo Ross for more information.

ENDURING LOVE is a ministry that focuses on church planting and discipleship across the Middle East and North Africa. American Baptists support 29 missionaries across seven countries. In June, Todd McClure, WVBC Minister of Missions, Finance and Communications, traveled to Lebanon with Enduring Love, on a two-week mission trip. On June 5^th, they witnessed the baptisms of six new believers, all from Druze and Muslim backgrounds. This brought their total baptisms to 55 over the past year. They then traveled to Sudan, which is less than .5% evangelical. They met with several Darfuri believers, who came to Christ while in refugee camps. Enduring Love supports their church planting efforts. Then in Egypt, they visited a discipleship school established by Enduring Love. Todd reports that it was incredible to see first-hand how God is at work across these predominately Muslim areas. “There is a great spiritual awakening and people are coming to Christ in record numbers.”

(Condensed from The West Virginia Baptist Newsletter, August-September 2002 issue.)

I FORGOT TO PRAY 

I got up early this morning
It was time to start the day,
I had so very much to do,
I didn’t take time to pray.
Troubles came tumbling on me,
Heavier became my tasks,
I wondered why God didn’t help me,
He said, “Child, you didn’t ask.”
I tried to see truth and beauty,
The day stayed dark and bleak,
I wondered why God didn’t show me,
He said, “Child, you didn’t seek.”
I tried to enter God’s presence,
I used all the keys to the lock,
God tenderly, lovingly answered,
“My child, you didn’t knock.”
I got up early the next morning,
I made ready to start the day,
I had so very much to do, but –
I took the time to pray.

                  Georgina Poer Buche

A SAMPLE FROM PASTOR GREG’S BLOG POSTS

Humble pie: best eaten at home.

When it comes to fine dining, crow is rarely on the menu. Nor is humble pie the dessert of choice. No one likes to be “put in their place.” Yet, often, we set ourselves up for just such a possibility. How so?

As Jesus notes, when we place ourselves in the best positions, we become targets for those who genuinely have the right to them. But unfortunately, we may also back our host into the awkward position of asking us to “step down.”

How highly do you think of yourself?

Scripture teaches that God does not respect persons. The rich, powerful, and influential are no less in danger of hellfire than the poor, powerless, and inconsequential. When one has a healthy understanding of his worth in Christ, humbling himself becomes an extension of that relationship. Furthermore, in Christ, our identity is in Him, not in some worldly definition. Therefore, we can rest in Christ and not worry about how the world esteems us.

Jesus, “God with us,” not only taught humility, but He also demonstrated it repeatedly. In His first incarnation, he was born into a poor family, birthed in a stable, and laid in a feed trough. Later, in Gethsemane, He restrained the legions of angels (Matt.26:53), ready to come to his defense. Finally, on the cross, He prays for His executioners (Luke 23:34) and “gives his life a ransom for many” (Matt. 20:28).

If anyone ever deserved the upper room, it was Jesus. Instead, he chose humility and obedience to the Father.

The Apostle Paul counseled “… to every man that is among you, not to think of himself more highly than he ought to think;…” Romans 12:3. Are we guilty of overestimating our importance or influence? I have been. If you’re honest, you probably have also. An inflated ego is frequently the offspring of pride and arrogance. There’s no place for pride and arrogance in the body of Christ. (To read more, go to Greg Lunsford’s blog: pastors-blog.com).

PRAYER REQUESTS

C. J. Adkins; Gary Adkins; Junior Adkins; Leonard & Kathy Adkins; Sarah Adkins; Steve Adkins; Viola Adkins; Connie Akers; Kenny Alford; Mitzi Arnold; Dale Barker; Robert Barker; Daniel Beaver; Nila Jean Beckett; Brad Benedict; Brayden Benedict; David Benedict; Deloris Bias; Chris Black; Jack & Diana Black; Russell & Barbara Blake; Ronnie Bledsoe; Malinda Bonene; Joe & Edna Booten; Paul Michael Booth; Rosemary Braley; Danny Brotherton; Yvonne Brooks; Brenda & Larry Brumfield; Mike Brumfield; Leonard & Bonnie Burks; Libby Burks; Alfred & Gladys Burns; Carol Caldwell; Sheila Nowlin Castle; Jakob Caudill; Betty Shelton Chaney; Addie Chapman; Brent Chapman; Bruce & Peggy Chapman; Dave & Linda Chapman; Dorothy Chapman; Richard & Peggy Chapman; Ricky Chapman; Rosemary Chapman; Sandra Chapman; Emmaline Childers; Betty Clagg; Ricky Clark; Jean Cochran; Joe Colliflower; David & Susie Collins; Becky Shelton Conrad; Keith Cooper; Mary Cooper; Beverly Dailey Copley; Justin Curtis; Jack Dailey; Naomi Dailey; Norma Dailey; Donna Davis; Luana Davis; Jennifer Nowlin Davis; Devona Dick; Mike & Melissa Diehl; Kristen Dingess; Greg Elkins; Earl Fetty; Ron & Gina Flora; Charlie Flowers; Harvey Foster; Rev. Chelcie Gibson; Darren Gibson; Tim Gibson; Troy and Karen Gibson; Trish Graziano; Patricia Hammar; Bernadine Hampton; Beverly Harshbarger; Jennings & Janie Hatfield; Tasha Haverly; Rosie Hensley; Eloise Hinkle; Brian Hinkley; Troy & Ann Holstein; Shelia Holley; Virginia Holley; Jim & Rosa Huffman; Pam Hughes; Patty Jarvis; Cleo “Punkin” Johnson; Larry Jordan; Derek Justice; Ruby Jean King; Shane Kingery; Rianna Kingery; Ricky Kingery; Dwight Kirby; Rose Kuhn; Bonnie Lewis; Chancy Love; Rhonda Lucas; Roger Lykins; Gary & Mary Manning; Tammy Manning; Roger McCallister; Kenzie McComas; Joy Miller; Billie Morris; Danny Morrison; Patty Morrison; Wanda Kirby Morrison; Trish Mount; Carolyn Murphy; Juanita Nance; Jack Neal; Peggy Neal; Jeff & Becky Nowlin; Nina Nowlin; Jim & Marcella O’Lynn; Fred Painter; Andy Payton; Janelle Payton; Linda Payton; Brett Pearson; Sherry Perry; Wanda Porter; Judy Priestly; Darrell Rayburn; Betty Reynolds; Tim & Brenda Rider; Doris Rider; Laura Rider; Mary Jane Rimmer; Curtis & Carolyn Roberts; Joanne Rolfe; Cheryl Rose; Gage Ruley; Kathy Ryder; Othello “Pug” Ryder; Coleen Scarberry; Dalvin Scarberry; Peggy Scarberry; Warren Scarberry; Carolyn Shaver; Crystal Shephard; Barry Smith; Becky Smith; Tyler Smith; William Smith; Roger Sowards; Phyliss Spurlock; Jane Steele; Donnie & Jean Stevens; Diane Swann; Avery Sweat; Bryan Tatum; Rose Thacker; Kevin Varney; Leoma Shaw Venoy; Butch & Brenda Vititoe; Rosemary Walker; Amy Ward; Coleen Waters; Eva Watson; Gary Waugh; Gay Waugh; Sonny & BeeBee Waugh; Bob Wellman; Bernard & Goldie White; Willow Womack; Mike Woodard; Carol Woody; Sybille “Billie” Yates; Don Young; Janette Young; Phil & Ruby Young; others in our church and community who have ongoing needs.