FROM THE PASTOR’S DESK…
PSALM 100:4 – Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and into his courts with praise: be thankful unto him, and bless his name.
Praise God that His plan of salvation was not a knee-jerk reaction to our sinfulness. On the contrary, his foreknowledge of our disobedience and rebellion enabled Him to prepare a worthy sacrifice. He did not grab the nearest angelic being and thrust him into the role of Savior. It would not have been acceptable, and we would have continued in our sins. Likewise, God did not wait for humans to populate and select the finest of raggedy old sinners to sacrifice. That too was not a worthy offering. Therefore, God provided Himself an offering for sin.
God gave His best. There is no blemish or defect in God, so there can be no imperfections in the offering for sin. Jesus, “the express image” of God (Hebrews 1:3), was conceived in Mary by the power of the Holy Spirit. God became flesh so that He could die to save Creation. Then, fully God and fully man, Christ shed His blood on Calvary to cleanse the stains of sin from all who will believe. His resurrection verifies every promise of Scripture as true and faithful. How should we respond to such overwhelming love?
We should give God our absolute best worship, praise, and practice, not what little’s left over. Our “Sunday Best” should be our presentation to the Lord of our reverence for His majesty and glory. Many believe that phrase only speaks to clothing, but God desires a humble heart more than a $1,000 suit and $3.00 worship. A transformed heart serving God produces fruit for the kingdom and brings honor and glory to God, whether in jeans and a t-shirt or a formal dress. The attitude of your heart is more important than the clothes on your back. So, give Him your best in all things! ~~Pastor Greg
JUNE SUNDAY SCHOOL ATTENDANCE
June 5 103
June 12 124
June 19 130
June 26 84
4 Services = 441 or 110 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. Shortly 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 into 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
July – Psalms 1 – 72
August – I Samuel
Daily Bible reading calendars for 2022 are on the foyer table, courtesy of Evangelistic Outreach.
OVER 80 BIRTHDAYS
Alfred Burns, July 19, 90 yrs.
Judy Priestly, July 22, 83 yrs.
Jim O’Lynn, July 29, 87 yrs.
Shirley Perego, Aug. 8, 84 yrs.
Earl Fetty, Aug. 9, 97 yrs.
CONTRIBUTIONS TO NEWSLETTER FUND
Anonymous thru church treasury $500.00
Thank you for your generous support!
The ARTHUR CEMETARY ICE CREAM SOCIAL was a good success, with good weather for a change! Thanks to all who came and all who donated. The proceeds go to the upkeep of the cemetery, where so many of our loved ones are buried.
CONGRATULATIONS to Easton Petitt and Sophie Adkins on their June 18 wedding. Easton is the son of Ted and Missy Petitt, and grandson of Eddie and Debbie Dillon.
CONGRATULATIONS to Cade & Kelsey Mills on the July 5 birth of son Benjamin Mills. Cade is the son of Tracy and Alisa Mills, and Kelsey is the daughter of Mickey Grass, and granddaughter of Pat Grass. Tracy was a former Associate Pastor under the mentorship of Pastor Paul Meadows.
CONGRATULATIONS to Eli and Rebbeka Lawson, on the June 22 birth of James Robert Lawson. He is the little brother of Juliana, grandson of Doug and Brenda Lawson, and great-grandson of Judy Lawson.
CONGRATULATIONS to the fathers who were recognized on Father’s Day. Gene Caldwell was the oldest father present at age 99, and Sean Beckett was the father of the newest baby present, three-month-old Bellomy. All fathers received a nice key chain from Adult Ministries.
MISSION PROJECTS
In June, our Mission Project was One Great Hour of Sharing – Ukraine. The Ukrainian situation is still dire and heartbreaking. The WV Baptist Convention sent our donation through One Great Hour of Sharing to the Baptist Union in Ukraine. We sent $246.48 towards this cause.
Our Mission Project in July is school supplies for Ona Elementary. We are aware that the families of some children are not able to afford these, and many times teachers supply these from their own salaries, so we would like to help. Staff at the school will buy the supplies and distribute them wisely. To give, make your check to BAMBC, and write Ona Elem on the memo line.
In May and June, the ABWM Community Outreach project was school supplies for WV Missions, which helps children entering foster care. Thanks to everyone who donated. (The ABWM is taking a summer break in July and August.)
I hate it when I put something in a “safe place” and then it’s pretty much lost forever.
CHRISTIAN SYMPATHY TO THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF:
BETTY MONZOLA BLACK ASHWORTH, 85, of Ona, whose funeral was July 1. She was a cousin of Nina Nowlin, and a friend to many in the church.
DEBORAH JANE BRAGG, 70, of Milton, passed away July 11. She was a retired RN. She is survived by her husband Chester Bragg; two sons, Steve Bragg (Lisa), and Chris Bragg (Tammy); six grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren.
OKAL AGNESS CLAGG, 95, of Culloden, passed away July 10. She is survived by her son Jimmy Clagg (Frances) and daughter LaDonna Neal. She was the grandmother of Christy Holley, DeeDee Sargent, Carrie Hunt, and aunt of Brian Bellomy.
STEPHEN KENT CORNWELL, 59, of Chesapeake, OH, passed away June 12. He was a cousin of Mitzi Beckett and nephew of Peggy Neal.
DARLENE JOY EDMONDS, 65, of Ona, whose funeral was July 9. She is survived by her husband Mike; daughter Rachel Gee (Justin); step-daughter Shawna Bumgardner (Scott); son Travis; and seven grandchildren. She faithfully attended our church until her health failed.
PATRICIA “PAT” JEANETTE ADKINS HICKS, 89, of Branchland, whose funeral was June 21. She was the sister of Rowena Bonde.
DEREK ANTHONY HUTCHINSON, 38, of Milton, passed away July 3. He was the son of Barbara Norris (Mathew) and Ralph Hutchinson, brother of Tia Queen, and grandson of Betty Lou Clagg.
REV. MILLARD MORRISON, 93, of Milton, passed away July 8. He pastored several churches in the Milton area for 74 years.
JIMMIE ODELL SITES, 79, of Huntington, whose graveside service was June 21. His late mother Ethel, was a gospel songwriter, and our choir sang many of her songs. Jimmie was a member of our church and attended here in his younger years.
ANNA FAYE RAY, 85, of Charleston, whose service was July 1. She was an aunt and “second mother” of Ed Braley.
EMMA LOU THOMPSON SAMMONS, 96 of Webb, WV, whose service was July 3. She was a great-aunt of Jimmy Beckett and Rick Sansom.
HERSHEL WOODROW “WOODY” WILLIAMS, 98, of Ona, whose funeral was July 3 in the Rotunda of the State Capitol. He was the last surviving Medal of Honor recipient from WWII, and a friend to many in our church.
CALENDAR
Tues., July 19, 26, 10 am – Sew Blest, Family Center. (In Stitches is on summer break.)
Wed., July 20, 7 pm – Quarterly Business Meeting.
Tues., Aug. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 10 am – Sew Blest, Family Center.
Sat., Aug. 5 – Sun., Aug. 7 – Men and Boys Camp, Camp Cowen.
Mon., Aug. 8, 7 pm – Board of Deacons Meeting, Family Center.
Sun., Aug. 14 – Newsletter Deadline.
Sat., Aug. 20, 5 pm – Back to School Bash with the Crazy Tie Guy!
PLANNING AHEAD
Sat., Sept. 10 – Adult Ministries will sponsor a viewing of the MU vs. Notre Dame Football game in the Family Center, complete with concessions.
Fri.-Sun., Sept. 30 – Oct. 2 – Fall Camp-a-Rama at Beech Fork State Park.
Sat., Dec. 3, 6 pm – Church Christmas Dinner.
MORE SCHOOL NEWS
Isabelle Litteral, daughter of Sam and Kara Litteral, was one of more than 500 recognized for high academic performances and placed on the Dean’s List for the spring semester at Lincoln Memorial University in Arrogate, TN.
Kelsie Elizabeth Warnock, daughter of Bob and Kim Warnock of Proctorville, OH, and granddaughter of Peggy Neal, graduated May 7 from Marietta College in Ohio with a special/elementary dual degree; McDonough Leadership Program and Guthrie Outstanding Student Teacher Award. Kelsie will be a grade 5-6 intervention/behavior specialist with the Fairfield Union School district in the fall.
Alex and Seth Welch graduated from Cabell Midland High School on May 27. They are the twin great-nephews of Nina Nowlin; sons of her nephew Stacey, and great-grandsons of the late Homer and Mae Nowlin.
If we tell the truth, we only have to tell the truth once. But if we lie, we have to keep lying forever. ~~Rabbi Wayne Dosick
GOOD NEWS NUGGETS
We owe a big thank you to Trustee Jason Jenkins for AC repair work in June. High temps and multiple storms wreaked havoc with power around here for days.
A friend of Susan McComas sent us photos of children opening their Love in a Shoebox gifts, in which you could clearly see cards from the Willing Workers Class. The children looked very happy!
God’s Anointed brought our special music on June 26, and it was a spirit-filled service with lots of testimonies! Roger and Sandy Kingery had gotten acquainted with them at Evangelistic Outreach events, and arranged for them to be invited here. We sure hope they come back!
Pastor Greg’s sermon on July 3 to recognize our nation’s birthday was filled with interesting facts. When the Declaration of Independence was signed in 1776, there were 2.5 million people in the country. The majority of them were of the Anglican faith, which is now called Episcopalian here. Today, there are 330 million people in the United States, and 8.2 billion in the world. Christianity is the majority religion, with 2.65 billion, and for the first time in years, it is growing!
Gary Sargent, accompanied by Eddie Meadows on guitar, brought our special music on July 3. They sang songs both old and new, starting with “The Red, White, and Blue.” Come back soon!
Our men recently built another wheelchair ramp for a cancer patient, which was much appreciated. They enjoy this work and invite you to join in, regardless of your skill level. There is always a job needing done.
Our bus/van/mowing tractor garage has been in use for a few months, but still needed some fine finishing work, which our trustees and volunteer helpers finished up recently. Thanks fellas.
GREETINGS FROM ISRAEL
Missionaries to Israel, Simcha and Bella Davidov, visited us on July 10. Simcha immigrated to Israel with his parents in 1939, where they worked on a kibbutz. Bella was born to Holocaust survivors in Poland, and when they immigrated to Israel, she was raised in the slums of Tel Aviv. Both of them eventually moved to the United States. Simcha said he was a “hippie” who traveled around the country but landed in Fairmont, WV, where he stayed 25 years and was saved! Bella lived in California for 20 years. They both eventually returned to Israel, where they met and married. Bella gave a moving testimony about her salvation experience. They now live in Ashdod, a city that is referenced in the Bible. It had been destroyed several times over many years, and 60 years ago, it was just sand dunes. Now it is the 5th largest city in Israel.
They live on the top floor of a tall building and were hosting meetings in their apartment. They prayed for a better meeting place. Since they are on the top floor, they found that they owed the rooftop also! When they could not get building permits, they found they could put up a tent without a permit. They showed us photos of the large beautiful white tent, which is equipped with everything needed for worship services. They can see a large portion of the city from the rooftop and can even see Tel Aviv on a clear day. They walk around the roof praying for the city, the country, and for the Jews to accept salvation.
They explained to us how it is very difficult for Jews to accept Christ, as many don’t even believe in God, and many have even been taught that Jesus (Yeshua, as they call him in Hebrew) is evil. But they told of a young man named Daniel, who came to them with many questions, and who finally accepted Jesus! He said it was the love that they had shown to him that drew him.
Simcha played his guitar and sang for us, both in English and Hebrew. Bella said that the word “Hallelujah” is the same in every language, but it is really a Hebrew word.
At the closing, Simcha blew the shofar and read a blessing to the church: “The LORD bless thee and keep thee: The LORD make his face to shine upon thee, and be gracious unto thee: The LORD lift up his countenance on thee, and give thee peace.” Numbers 6:24-26.
Contact information:
Website: yeshuatami.com
Facebook: simbelldavidov
Subscribe: simchabella@yeshuatami.com
Blog: yeshuatami.com/blog
(Our church supports the Davidovs through our Mission Budget.)
CHILDREN’S MINISTRY NEWS
What a blessing our “Food Truck Party” Vacation Bible School was. We averaged 40–50 children each night. The meals at 5:30 were a big success. We appreciate the adult Sunday School classes who served us. Then from DJ Cupcake puppet, Bible Story, Games, Crafts and Science with Kara kids were busy learning about God and the food God gave us. The Ice Cream Food truck and Sno-Cones were an added goody at the end. We had 2 days without electricity and some healthy storms but the Lord still blessed and took care of us all. From the kids, we want to say thank you to all those who volunteered and helped for a week in our VBS. Three children are interested in being saved and baptized because you gave your time and the Lord blessed.
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 buddy and love to see them in church.
Our children are learning three sets of Bible Questions. Several have already memorized all 3 sets. We are so proud of them. In the fall we will be bringing back our award sashes for them to earn pins for memorizing scripture and special things.
August 20th will be our Back-To-School Bash with the Crazy Tie Guy and his family. They perform juggling, unicycle riding, and walking with stilts Gospel based program. Everyone from kids to adults love to see them. We will have carnival type food from 5:00 – 6:00 that night then the Dorrell family will begin at 6:00. We are inviting area churches and all ages to come. You will enjoy them we promise. ~~Children’s Ministry Team
YOUTH VBS 2022
Our VBS, while cut short two days, was a Huge Success! We averaged twenty-five teens and five adults. We would like to thank the Mary and Joseph class and the Caldwell class for the donations to help with our meal expenses and Karen Caldwell and Shirly Frye for their help with the meals and crafts.
We had two mission projects this year. The first was hygiene backpacks for Harmony House. We are in the process of completing them now and will deliver soon.
We also did “Operation Fill a Truck with Food.” The teens, parents, and congregation stepped up to the plate and literally filled the back of a truck with food items for the Huntington City Mission. It was a blessing to deliver the items as their pantry was nearly empty. Thank you to Carrie and Jeremy Hunt for the use of their truck and for help delivering the items.
Also, thanks to Chris and Christy Black for helping with the hotdogs from a local business and to the parents who donated chips, cookies, and drinks for our meals.
Again, thanks for another great VBS. ~~Marty, Mitzi, Sam, and Carrie
BLOOD DRIVE SUCCESS
After a few years of not being able to host a blood drive, Adult Ministries arranged for the Red Cross to come in February, but we got snowed out! The Blood Mobile got stuck in Beckley! But on our second attempt on July 9, we were able to fill 32 of our 40 appointment slots, and they got 29 successful donations and three deferrals. Now that may not sound like much to you, but the Red Cross workers were tickled! They are having a difficult time getting enough blood these days, so give if you can, where ever you are. Thanks to those who came to donate, to the volunteers who worked registration and snacks, and to all who helped in any way. ~~Erin Carter
My wife told me to grow up. I was speechless. It’s hard to say anything with 45 gummy bears in your mouth.
Success that goes to your head usually pays a short visit.
Seven-year-old Ellen was punished one night by not being allowed to dine at the big table with the family. Instead, she was made to eat alone at a little table. The rest of the family set about ignoring her until they heard her saying grace over her solitary supper in these words: “I thank Thee, Lord, for preparing a table before me in the presence of mine enemies.” ~~The Sword of the Lord
PRAYER REQUESTS
C. J. Adkins; Junior Adkins; Leonard & Kathy Adkins; Sarah Adkins; Steve Adkins; Connie Akers; Kenny Alford; Mitzi Arnold; Jim Atkins; Dale Barker; Robert Barker; Daniel Beaver; Nila Jean Beckett; Brad Benedict; Brayden Benedict; Dave & Sue Benedict; Deloris Bias; Jack & Diana Black; Barbara & Russell Blake; Ronnie Bledsoe; Malinda Bonene; Joe & Edna Booten; Paul Michael Booth; Tawnya Brannan; Rosemary Braley; Danny Brotherton; Yvonne Brooks; Brenda & Larry Brumfield; Mike Brumfield; Leonard & Bonnie Burks; Libby Burks; Alfred & Gladys Burns; Verlin Butler; Carol Caldwell; Joyce Caldwell; Sheila Nowlin Castle; Jakob Caudill; Betty Shelton Chaney; Addie Chapman; Brent Chapman; Bruce & Peggy Chapman; David & Linda Chapman; Dorothy Chapman; Kristen Dingess; 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; Nicole Cremeans; Justin Curtis; Naomi Dailey; Norma Dailey; Patty Dailey; Jack Dailey; Donna Davis; Luana Davis; Jennifer Nowlin Davis; Devona Dick; Mike & Melissa Diehl; Gary Elkins; Earl Fetty; Ron & Gina Flora; Charlie Flowers; Glen Foster; Harvey Foster; Jonathan 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; Troy & Ann Holstein; Shelia Holley; Virginia Holley; Jim & Rosa Huffman; Pam Hughes; Jacob Jarvis; Patty Jarvis; Cleo “Punkin” Johnson; Larry Jordan; Derek Justice; Ruby Jean King; Shane Kingery; Ricky Kingery; Dwight Kirby; Rose Kuhn; Linda Lafferre; Bonnie Lewis; Chancy Love; Rhonda Lucas; Roger Lykins; Gary & Mary Manning; Tammy Manning; Naomi Henry Massie; Roger McCallister; Kenzie McComas; James Miller; Joy Miller; Billie Morris; Patty Morrison; Wanda Kirby Morrison; Trish Mount; Carolyn Murphy; 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; Kathy Ryder; Othello “Pug” Ryder; Dalvin Scarberry; Peggy Scarberry; Warren Scarberry; Crystal Shephard; Scott Simms; Barry Smith; Becky Smith; Tyler Smith; William Smith; Roger Sowards; Phyliss Spurlock; Jane Steele; 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; Janette Wiley; Willow Womack; Carol Woody; Sybille “Billie” Yates; Don Young; Janette Young; Ruby & Phil Young; others in our church and community who have ongoing needs.
DON’T
Don’t take me from your prayer list!
I need your prayers today;
The Devil’s power is greatest
When Christians cease to pray.
Prayer brings us needed courage,
And shields us from the wrong;
It builds a hedge about us,
Invisible and strong.
Please keep me on your prayer list
Each time you offer prayers;
Through it I sense the presence
Of God who truly cares!
Oh, what a blessed privilege
Each Christian can embrace,
Of prayer for each other
Till we see Him face to face.
~~Anonymous
PRAYER WITHOUT WORDS
Sometimes I do not pray in words:
I take my heart in my two hands
And hold it up before the Lord –
I am so glad He understands.
Sometimes I do not pray in words:
My spirit bows before His feet
And with His hand upon my head,
We hold communion silent, sweet.
Sometimes I do not pray in words;
For I am tired and long for rest;
My weary heart finds all it needs
Upon the Savior’s gentle breast.
~~Anonymous
Beulah Ann Missionary Baptist Church 