Sunday, March 20, 2016 - St. John Baptist Church

www.stjohnbaptistchurch.org
Sunday, March 20, 2016
Church-wide Theme: Life in the Key of F
Psalm 119:105
Address
9055 Tamar Drive
Columbia, MD 21045
(410) 992-6977
Rev. Dr. Robert A. F. Turner,
Senior Pastor
Rev. Dr. Ostein B. Truitt,
Assistant Pastor
Services:
8:00 AM – Traditional Service
9:10 AM – Sunday School
10:15 AM – Blended Service
12:00 Noon – Contemporary Service
Rev. Janelle Bruce,
Youth Pastor
Rev. Sadie Woolford,
Associate Pastor, Pastoral Care
OUR VISION
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Praise the Lord and welcome to St John Baptist
Church! On behalf of the entire St John family,
allow me to take this opportunity to thank our
friends, guests and members for choosing to
help us lift up the name of Jesus here today. We
say to you who are unsaved-join Jesus! To you
who are unchurched-join us in membership,
as we seek to make disciples for Jesus Christ.
To be “A Christ Centered Church,
Making a Difference
for Jesus Christ in
the Church, Community, Home &
Workplace.
OUR MISSION
To be a thriving spiritual center that reaches people for Christ and builds believers to be Christ-like.
(Matthew 28:19-20; Jude 1:20-21)
◊SJBC Question of the week◊
Share one of your fishing stories in how you shared the good news of
Jesus Christ with someone that did not know him! #SJBCTalks
(Don’t forget to tweet your responses, like and share with your friends!)
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◊SJBC HIGHLIGHTS◊
In honor of our 45 Anniversary SJBC was blessed to receive an Honorary Resolution from
Howard County Council, from Council Chair Calvin Ball; a Citation from Gov. Larry Hogan presented by Jennifer Gray, and an Official Citation from the Maryland General Assembly Delegate Dr. Terri Hill. To God be the glory for our past and for the expectation of a
great future for our church.
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We respectfully ask that no food or drink be brought or eaten in the sanctuary.
SJBC Image Policy - By entering this Church, you hereby grant St John Baptist Church the right,
but not the obligation, to photograph, film and capture you and your likeness, on film and/or through any
other method currently available or that becomes available in the future. You further agree that these images may be used in the production, exhibition, distribution, promotion, publicity and advertising of similar events and any other event sponsored by St John Baptist Church. Under no circumstances will your
likeness be used in connection with commercial endorsements of any kind.
“Jesus was the Greatest Fisherman”
8:00 a.m.
3-20-16
-ORDER OF SERVICE-
*Congregation Stands*………………………….………………….…*Ushers May Seat Worshippers
Call to Worship………………………………..……...…………….……...…...Rev. Denise Caldwell
Invocation (*)……………………………….…………………………….......….Bro. Braxton Milner
Hymn of Praise (*)(**)…………………..……….……………………………………...Congregation
#23 “To God Be the Glory”
Responsive Reading (*)……………………..…………………………………..…...….Rev. Caldwell
#573 Christian Commitment
Pastoral Announcements (**)………………………...……………………………Rev. Ostein Truitt
The Welcome (**)…………………………………...………………..….……....Bro. Brenton Milner
Selection (**)………….…………………………………………..…..…………….….Morning Glory
Offertory/ Choir Selection…………………...…………………………………….….Morning Glory
Prayer/Offering/Doxology*
Sermonic Selection (**)……………………………..……………………………..…..Morning Glory
Scripture(*)/Sermon…………….………………………...……..……..………….Rev. Janelle Bruce
Luke 19:28-40 "Real Fishermen Don’t Waiver”
Invitational Hymn (*)…………………..……………………………………..Choir & Congregation
# 85 “Must Jesus Bear The Cross Alone”
Altar Prayer (*)………………………………..…………….………….…………..….….Rev. Bruce
Closing Hymn (*)……………………………..………....…………………….Choir & Congregation
#90 “At Calvary”
Benediction (*)…………………………………………………...……..……..…….….....Rev. Bruce
Enter to Worship
Cry Room Available
Depart to Serve
“Jesus was the Greatest Fisherman”
3-20-16
10:15 a.m.
-FLOW OF SERVICE-
*People Stand*……………………………...……..…………………..*Ushers May Seat Worshippers
Call to Worship……………………………………………..………..………...….........Rev. Lisa Ealy
Opening Prayer (*)………………..……….……..….…..............................…..Bro. Stephen Sullivan
Song of Praise (**)………………………….………………..…...……….……….Lord’s Messengers
Community News (**)……………………………………..………………..…..….Rev. Ostein Truitt
Welcome Guests (**)…………………………………….……..…….…..……….Sis. Shiane Sullivan
Children are dismissed for Big Children’s Church (ages 6-11) in the Chapel &
Little Children’s Church (ages 3-5) in the Nursery
Special Song (**)…………………………………………..………………….……..…Decoded Praise
Prayer/Receive Financial Gifts/Song………………………....………………………Decoded Praise
Song of Preparation (**)……………………………………...…………………….…Decoded Praise
Read God’s Word (*)/Sermon…..………………..………...…………………….Rev. Janelle Bruce
Luke 19:28-40 "Real Fishermen Don’t Waiver”
Special Invitation & Song (*)……………………...…….………..…………..Choir & Congregation
“Hallelujah”
Closing Song (*)………………………………………….……………..……...Choir & Congregation
“Jesus Reigns”
Closing Prayer (*)…………………………………....…………………..…….……...…..Rev. Bruce
Enter to Worship
Cry Room Available
Depart to Serve
“Jesus was the Greatest Fisherman”
3-20-16
-FLOW OF SERVICE-
12:00 p.m.
*People Stand*…………………………………………....……….*Ushers May Seat Worshippers
Opening Words/Prayer (*)………………………………..…..……….……..Rev. Ostein Truitt &
Sis. Alexandra Alston
Worship & Praise (**)…………………………..……….…………………………Decoded Praise
Welcome Guests (**)…………………………………..……………...........…..Bro. Justin Mullins
Community News (**)……………………………..…………………………….……...Rev. Truitt
Children’s Message (**)………………………...……….………..……...…..…Sis. Allison Alston
Prayer/Receive Financial Gifts/Song………............……………………..……….Decoded Praise
Special Song (**)……………………………………...……………...……...….…..Decoded Praise
Read God’s Word (*)/Message……………………….………...……………...Rev. Janelle Bruce
Luke 19:28-40 "Real Fishermen Don’t Waiver”
Special Invitation & Song (*)……………………...……………………………………..Everyone
“Hallelujah”
Community Prayer (*)……………………………..………………………...…..…..….Rev. Bruce
Closing Song (*)…………………………………….………………..……………………Everyone
“Jesus Reigns”
Closing Prayer (*)…………………………………..……..………..………..….………Rev. Bruce
Enter to Worship
Cry Room Available
Depart to Serve
Church Evacuation Overview
In the event of an emergency you are requested to remain where you are in order to
receive instructions on how to proceed.
If we need to evacuate the building:
1. Please follow the instructions of staff positioned along the way and head to the
designated safe area.
2. Parents please do not attempt to go and get your children if they are in Children’s
Church. Once all children have been accounted for, you will be allowed to reunite
with them.
3. Please do not attempt to go to your car or to drive off the parking lot.
4. Please remain in the designated safe area until instructions to return to the building
are given.
We are so happy to have you worship with us today.
As you take your seat, please take a minute and familiarize yourself with
where the exits are located.
In the event of an emergency you will receive appropriate instructions from
the pulpit.
PLEASE ENJOY THE SERVICE.
Attention Ministry Leaders
If you would like to reserve a table after Sunday Worship services in the Fellowship
Hall to promote your ministry event, please utilize our on-line Midas system.
The earlier you reserve the better; we have a limited number of tables.
Thank You.
Please remember that all ministry bulletin requests
are due to Rev. Truitt or ‘Chon Cottman by Monday at 6 p.m.
SJBC Inaugural
Sat. Apr. 16th
8:30 a.m.-Noon
Here’s an opportunity to begin or continue to become physically
fit in 2016. Proceeds from the race will be given to Girl’s on the
Run and our Youth Enhancement Fund.
Sponsor opportunities are available and will provide advertising for
participating businesses.
Race fees are: $25 ages 18–54 ◊ $15 ages 5–17 ◊ $20 ages 55+
Registration deadline is Fri., Apr. 1st
Registration & waiver are available at:
eventbrite.com/e/st-john-baptist-church-5k-walkrun-tickets-20924957110
Want some tips on how to prepare for this event?
Check out the “Couch to 5k Plan” at the Info Center!
For more information contact Bro. Bob Hilson at (443) 691-5579
Discover Something New Together with the SJBC Deacon Ministry
Sat., Apr. 2nd
Doors open at 2:30 p.m. ~ Movie starts PROMPTLY at 3 p.m.
Join us at St John Baptist Church as we explore the power
of prayer with a showing of the movie WAR ROOM!
This event is open to ages 12 and up. The viewing will be followed by a brief discussion session
for adults and our youth! Limited seating (150) – So don’t wait! FREE ADMISSION and
refreshments will be served. Hope you can join us!
YOU MUST REGISTER to attend at discoversjbcevents.eventbrite.com
SJBC Skate Event
Sat., Apr. 9th from 4:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Supreme Sports Skate Arena
7080 Deepage Dr., Columbia, MD
Come get moving, meet and make new friends, and have a great fellowship.
Another plus, this event offers you an opportunity to move and get great exercise!!!
COST: Youth are free, but it's a family event so parents should stick around!!!!
Adult tickets may be purchased for $10.49 (includes skate rental) CA Fees DON’T cover this event.
Save the date & grab your skates! Get your tickets now at: discoversjbcevents.eventbrite.com
For more information please contact Rev. Truitt:
410-992-6977 Ext. 1007 or [email protected]
Concert Series
Fri., Apr. 15th
Doors open at 630 p.m. and music begins at 7:30 p.m.
It will open with B3 Organist Benjie Porecki and Firm Roots. Tickets are $25 plus a service
fee. Please go to http://discoversjbcevents.eventbrite.com to purchase tickets as most concerts
have been a SELL OUT and once tickets are gone they are gone.
For more information, please email Minister of Music Eric Byrd at
[email protected]
SJBC is looking for members to serve!
Take a look and if you’re interested, please contact
the appropriate person.
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Audio Visual team, CD sales, iMovie/IT help
18-40 year old musician and singers
Please contact Minister of Music, Bro. Eric Byrd at [email protected]
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Teachers/assistants for Big, Little Children’s church & Teens
Please contact Youth Pastor, Rev. Janelle at [email protected]
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Children’s Message Coordinator
New Cluster Leader for college-age & post-college adults
Office Assistant
Please contact Assistant Pastor, Rev. Truitt at [email protected]
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The 12noon service Praise Team will be holding auditions in the month of April for all musicians and vocalists not currently on the team. To register for an audition or for more information, please email Minister of Music Eric Byrd at [email protected]
TODAY, Sun., 3/20
Wed., 3/23
Thurs., 3/24
Fri., 3/25
Sat., 3/26
Sun., 3/27
Thurs., 3/31
All 3 Services
9:15 a.m.
7 p.m.
7 p.m.
7 p.m.
7-9 p.m.
7-9 p.m.
10 a.m.-Noon
9 a.m.-Noon
All 3 Services
7 p.m.
7-9 p.m.
Palm Sunday & Youth Sunday
Sunday School Easter Program
Mid-Week Pour Hour
Maundy Thurs. @ Celebration Church
(Rev. Turner guest preaching)
GriefShare Support Group
Building Your Marriage to Last Course
7 Last Words/Good Friday Service
Easter Egg Hunt/Carnival
Voter Registration (SJBC Narthex)
Easter Sunday
GriefShare Support Group
Building Your Marriage to Last Course
There will be no Children’s or Teen Church for Easter Sunday. Enjoy worship with your family!
Little Children’s Church (3-5 yr. olds) - Every Sun., 10:15 a.m. service—Nursery
Big Children’s Church (6-11 yr. olds) - Every Sun., 10:15 a.m. & every 1st Sun., Noon service—Chapel
Middle School Church—Every 4th Sun., 10:15 a.m. service—Classroom 159
High School Church—Every 2nd Sun., 10:15 a.m. service—Classroom 159
Calling All Youth!!
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 The APRIL REMNANT will be held @ Skyzone!!! On Fri., Apr. 1 middle and high schoolers
should go directly to Skyzone located at 7715 Oakland Mills Rd., Columbia at 7:30 p.m. This event
is free, but pre-registration and completion of a waiver is required! Parents should pick their children up from Skyzone by 10:15 p.m. Event registration required.
 Calling all youth in grades 8-12! It’s time to register for the Interfaith Youth Summit on Racial In-
justice. On Sat., Apr. 30th we’ll walk through enslavement to present day activism with guest
speakers Bree Newsome, Dr. Renee Harrison, Makayla Gilliam-Price and others. Space is limited
and will be open to the community next week. Event registration required.
Event Registration: discoversjbcevents.eventbrite.com
For more information, please contact Rev. Janelle:
[email protected] or 410.992.6977 ext. 1014
ATTENTION: 2016 HIGH SCHOOL & COLLEGE GRADUATES
SJBC/Carol McDaniel Turner Scholarship Application
SJBC invites 2016 high school graduates who will attend a 2-year college, 4-year college, technical or trade school in the Fall of 2016 to apply for the annual SJBC Carol McDaniel Turner
Scholarship. Applicants must be a member of SJBC for at least 1-year prior to June 4, 2016. The
application period is March 20 – May 1, 2016. Applications will be available in the infor mation rack (by the church entrance). Please place all application in the Youth Ministry mailbox by
May 1, 2016.
SJBC Graduate Recognition Ceremony (& Scholarship Presentation Event)
St John Baptist Church will also honor our 2016 high school and college graduates (including recipients of certificate, diploma and degree programs) on June 4, 2016 in the Church Fellowship
Hall. Please submit your name, contact information, the name of your academic institution and future plans to Sis. Sally Murrell at [email protected]; or place this information in the Youth Ministry mailbox by May 15, 2016.
Easter Egg Hunt/Carnival
Sat., Mar. 26th
10 a.m.—Noon
Join us for egg dyeing, food, crafts, games, prizes, and fun!
Ideal for ages 3-10.
For more information, please contact Sis. Edwina Britt at 443-812-0442/[email protected]
OR Sis. Angela Bouie at 202-409-3149/[email protected]
Reading the Bible in One Year
Mid-Week Power Hour Service
This year we encourage members to make a commitment to reading God’s word. We guarantee the
more you read it, the more you will love it! You
can access the plan by following these footprints:
Wed., Mar. 23rd
7 p.m. ~ Chapel
Visit stjohnbaptistchurch.org and scroll all the
way to the bottom→Through the Bible in One
Year→Bible in a Year
If you don’t have access to a computer, this weeks
readings are I Samuel 24-II Samuel 15.
Guest Speaker:
Rev. Todd Givens
If you’d like to deliver an inspirational message one Wed. night, contact:
Rev. Ella Moore at
410-579-1390
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Mark your calendars for our Special March Holy Week Worship Services!
Today, Sun., Mar. 20th, all 3 services – Palm Sun./Youth Sun.
Thurs., Mar. 24th at 7 p.m.—Maundy Thurs. @ Celebration Church: Rev. Turner guest
preaching
Fri., Mar. 25th at 7 p.m. – Good Friday 7 Last Words Service
Sun., Mar. 27th, all 3 services – Easter Sun.
Bring your family, friends, neighbors, anyone who wants
to praise & worship our Savior!
Fri., Mar. 25th
7-9 p.m.
Come & bring your family, friends and neighbors as we
remember how Jesus gave himself as the perfect gift for our
salvation and celebrate with 7 dynamic ministers!
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Rev. Dr. Lester McCorn, Pennsylvania Avenue AME Zion Church, Baltimore, MD
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Rev. Dr. Carletta Allen, Asbury United Methodist Church, Annapolis, MD
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Rev. Dr. Elizabeth Jones, First Baptist Church of Guilford, Columbia, MD
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Rev. Lisa Robinson, First Baptist Church of Guilford, Columbia, MD
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Rev. Leonard Clay, Jehovah Christian Ministry, Howard County, MD
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Rev. Michael Alston, Good Tidings Baptist Church, Baltimore, MD
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Rev. John Cheek, Luther Rice Memorial Baptist Church, Silver Spring, MD
Join us as we celebrate Women’s Week 2016!
“Sister’s Prospering in the Key of F”
“Beloved I wish above all things, that thou mayest prosper and be in
health, even as thy soul prospereth.” 3 John 1:2
Wed., Apr. 6th from 7-8 p.m.
“A Special Women’s Prayer Service”
Sun., Apr. 10th during all 3 services
Powerful worship with 3 dynamic women preachers!!
Stay tuned for more! Women are asked to give a special offering of $200 in honor of
Women’s Day. Help us reach our goal is $25,000!
For more information, please contact Rev. Lisa Ealy at [email protected] or 216-272-1597
Men’s Ministry Coffee Talk with the Fellas
“Trust in the Man Cave”
Sat., Apr. 9th
9-11:30 a.m.
Trust is one of the most difficult virtues to earn, yet it is the most critical aspect of intimate rela-
tionships. The Bible says that life and death lies in the power of the tongue. In this installment of
Coffee Talk we will tackle the most intimate issues and challenging aspects of trust in relationships. Light refreshments will be served.
For more information, please contact:
Dea. Henry Johnson at 443-677-1584 or [email protected]
‘Building Your Marriage to Last’ Course
Every Thurs. through May 5th
7-9 p.m.
Facilitators: Bro. Shawn & Sis. Christie Brumfield
You’ll need to purchase the course book prior to the start date.
Limited seats so make sure you register now!
To register go to sjbccourses.org and click registration or email
Sis. Gloria Glasper at [email protected] w/ the subject line
“Register for Marriage Ministry Course”
Come join the Theatre Cluster to see:
"Detroit 67"
Sat., May 7th at 2 p.m.
Centerstage at Towson University
The music and politics of the Motown era provide the backdrop for this intense
drama about our shared humanity across family and race.
Cost - $58 (includes transportation); $50 (tickets only) - All tickets must be purchased by Apr. 3rd
For more information, please contact:
Dea. Cassandra Robinson at (240) 687-2062 or Sis. Evelyn English at (443) 421-1229
Sat., Mar. 26th and Sat., Apr. 2nd from 9 a.m. – Noon
SJBC Narthex
Sun., Apr. 3rd after each service
SJBC Fellowship Hall
So everyone can exercise their right to vote, the Cluster of Anna and the Golden Hearts
Ministry will be doing voter registration.
For more information, please contact Rev. Sadie Woolford at 410-730-1839
Looking for individuals to assist with planning our
Annual Church Picnic.
It’s the largest church-wide event of the year!
All interested persons please contact:
Rev. Truitt at 410-992-6977 Ext. 1007
Ministry Support Group winter Session
Every Thurs. at 7 p.m.
GriefShare is a FREE special weekly seminar and support group for people who are
grieving the death of someone close to them. Join us at St John for a journey from mourning to joy!
Register now by visiting: http://discoversjbcevents.eventbrite.com
Course book can be purchased in advance by visiting the Discover Resources
area at stjohnbaptistchurch.org
For more information please contact Sis. Gloria Stills at 410-440-1243 or [email protected]
Check your mail for an invitation from your deacon to a “Utilizing My Deacon Information Session” designed to ensure that members: (1) know their deacon and (2) know exactly how to best maximize support from their deacon.
Sessions will be held Sundays immediately after each worship service until all members have had an opportunity to attend. The invitation to your session will arrive via post card two weeks before your deacon’s session. Stay tuned for announcements in the church bulletin, monitors located throughout the
building and on the church’s website. Sessions will be informative and also provide opportunity for you
to meet other St John members who live in your “neck of the woods”.
SJBC Deacons: “We Serve You - If You Let Us.”
Bible Study based on Pastor Turner’s 2016 Sermon Series
“Life in the Key of F” Ps. 119:105
Every Tues. starting Apr. 12th
Noon AND 7 p.m.
Each month Rev. Turner will cover a different biblical life theme that begins
with the letter “F”. April’s theme will be Fitness.
You can register for either time by going to discoversjbcevents.eventbrite.com
For more information please contact: Rev. Truitt, Facilitator at 410-992-6977
Master Life Schedule
Day
Time
Name of Class
Facilitator(s)
Thursday
7 – 9 PM
April 7 – May 26
The Disciple’s Cross
(New Cross Class Beginning)
Rev. Novetta Collison, &
Bro. Herschell Harris
Thursday
7 – 9 PM
April 14 – June 2
The Disciple’s Personality
Sis. Peggy Anthony, Sis.
Doris Woodruff
Director: Rev. Phronnie Jones
[email protected] or 443-823-7967
Assistant Director: Bro. Herschell (Lee) Harris
[email protected] or 703-585-0876
Prayer Line
Bro. Jacob Fogan is on the prayer line during the
month of March. Join him for prayer!!! Call: (410) 995-6089
Homebound
Brighton Gardens Assisted Living
Iris Moran
Lighthouse Senior Living
Ernestine Jones
The Evergreens
Jacqueline Vandervall
Lorien Nursing Home
Beulah Patterson
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Dea. Shirley Alston ◊ Emma Outen ◊ Rainsford Trivers ◊ Ed Tucker
Leola Anderson ◊
Ruth Craigen
Gayla Elder-Leak
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Eunice Frazier (VA)
Thelma Giles
Week of 3-20-2016: Rev. Todd Givens—If you desire a visit, please contact the Minister or
Deacon assigned for the week. *Bold indicates new entries for this week.
OUR SICK:
Gloria Williams
Charles Burroughs
Elisa Wren
PRAYER DUE TO ILLNESS:
Beulah Patterson’s husband David
Shannon Johnson
Tonja Byrd’s aunt Hazel Brittian & friend Carolyn Keene
Ollie Anderson’s grandfather
Dea. Lenny Harper’s wife Sherry
Siah Johnson’s granddaughter Kelly
Margaret Stephens’ sister Bessie Allen-Holmes
Ronald Hypolite
SJBC Security Officer Marco’s son Antonio
BEREAVEMENT:
Rev. Janelle Bruce lost a friend
Rev. John West lost a friend
MESSAGE NOTES
Date:
Speaker:
Scripture:
Sermon Title:
POINTS TO REMEMBER
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Sermon Cd’s are available in the Fellowship Hall.
HOW TO REACH OUR STAFF
Senior Pastor
Rev. Dr. Robert A.F. Turner
(410) 992-6977
[email protected]
Office #121
Assoc. Pastor for Pastoral Care
Rev. Sadie Woolford
(410) 992-6977
Minister of Music
Bro. Eric Byrd
(410) 992-6977 Ext. 1013
[email protected]
Office #136
Assistant Pastor
Rev. Dr. Ostein Truitt
(410) 992-6977 Ext. 1007
[email protected]
Office #119
Operations Manager
Sis. Vera Miles
(410) 992-6977 Ext. 1010
[email protected]
Office #118
Sr. Admin. Project Coordinator
Sis. ‘Chon Cottman
(410) 992-6977 Ext. 1005
[email protected]
Youth Pastor
Rev. Janelle Bruce
(410) 992-6977 Ext. 1014
[email protected]
Office #111
Building Manager
Rev. John West
(410) 992-6977 Ext. 1015
[email protected]
Office #112
Receptionist/File Clerk
Sis. Jamira Livingston
(410) 992-6977 Ext. 1001
[email protected]