July - December 2010 Issue - Union Branch Baptist Church

Published by Union Branch Baptist Church ... A Beacon for Serving God and Community
Volume 12 Issue 2
Retirement of Rev. Dr.
Andrew J. White, Sr.
“A PASTOR FOR
ALL SEASONS”
45 Years of Leadership
to Union Branch Baptist
Church
July-December 2010
Pastor, Leader, Teacher
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The Union Branch Spotlight
Inside This Issue
From the Pastor’s Pen
Ordination for Rev. Thweatt
UBBC Basketball Camp
3
In the Spotlight –”A Pastor
For All Seasons”
12
Congratulations
17
Birthdays
18
Bible Seek and Find-Word
Search
19
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8
Dr. Andrew J. White, Pastor
Spotlight Staff
Staff contributors to this
issue:
Gloria Candies
Juanita Cross
Marquet Cross
Andrea Hunt
Koreen Perry
Frederick Perry
Deacon Terry A. Walker—
Editor
Doris B. Patrick—Co-Editor
“How can I say thanks for all of your
involvement, leadership, prayers and support
for the Ministry of Christ through UBBC.
I thank God, and I thank you for the
wonderful opportunity to have served with
the Union Branch TEAM for 45 years. To
God Be The Glory!
The key words for transition should
be: Unity, Cooperation, Communication,
Resourcefulness and Teamwork.”
Andrew J. White, Pastor
Excerpts from December 13, 2010 UBBC conference meeting.
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From the Pastor’s Pen
Guiding Principles For
Ministry – 59 Years
I
n these days I find myself
reviewing more and more a
ministry for which I was licensed in April 1952, ordained in October 1953 and became a pastor of The First
Baptist Church, Heathsville, Virginia in May 1954. I became pastor of Zion Baptist in Petersburg
in April 1963 and Union Branch,
Prince George in October 1965.
Now the time has come to begin entering retirement. It has
been fifty-nine years since April
1951 and God has blessed me
over and over in a mighty way.
He has ordered my steps and directed my path across these eventful years. I have been blessed to
have had the pleasure of pastoring
and sharing with so many wonderful people. Church officers and
members have been patient and
kind in allowing and encouraging
me to grow and to share with persons in the community and wider.
If I should have any praise, let it
go to Calvary.
This ministry has been rather
extensive and stretched across
many years, however, I have become increasingly aware that it
has been anchored in and guided
by certain fundamental, guiding
principles. In light of these principles and based on certain convictions, decisions have been made,
ministries have developed, initiative taken, projects promoted,
auxiliaries established, policies
executed and proclamation made.
The guiding principles for
this ministry would include the
following:
1. An unquestioned call from
God to be a minister of the Gospel of Jesus Christ and the official invitation from congregations to be pastor.
“Elevating and
exalting Jesus
Christ while lifting
and encouraging
people to become all
that they can be in
Him.”
2. Utilizing Biblical understanding and the principles of
Jesus Christ in taking positions
and making decisions.
3. Accessibility, availability
and accountability to the membership, believing that all members
are important and should be given
equal attention.
4. Maintaining an open door to
the study, office and home and an
open heart to the needs, hurts and
concerns of all people.
5. Providing a vital ministry of
care and comfort through visitation of the homebound, hospitalized and those in nursing facilities.
6. Promoting regular prayer
meeting, Bible study and spiritual
growth through the Sunday School
and Vacation Bible School.
7. Respecting the autonomy of
the Board of Deacons, the Board
of Trustees and other auxiliaries.
8. Commitment of time to
community service with the belief
that the ministry of the church
must reach outside the church
walls through cooperation with
other churches and community
agencies.
9. To regularly promote and
encourage financial integrity,
accountability and confidence.
10. Stimulating the growth of
new ministries and committees as
needed.
11. To improve efficiency in
administration by writing and
adopting operation guidelines and
policies.
12. Encouraging the writing of
the history of the church to foster
greater respect for the past and to
project a clearer sense of the future.
13. Constantly seeking the will
of God and relying on His power
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in discharging pastoral responsibilities.
14. Imitating Christ and seeking His strength in leading an exemplary personal life and lifestyle.
15. Leading in the construction
and renovation of space needed
for a more extensive ministry.
16. Insisting that internal, spiritual growth takes place prior to
external, physical expansion.
17. Leading by example in financial stewardship, including
time and talent.
18. Elevating and exalting Jesus Christ while lifting and encouraging people to become all
that they can be in Him.
19. Endeavoring to be close
enough to persons and to families
to be felt, while being distant
enough to be effective.
20. Insisting that Evangelism
and outreach be The Agenda of
the Church, rather than “on the
agenda of the church.”
21. Responding to conflict in a
manner that respects the integrity
and personhood of all, and always
endeavoring to “keep the unity of
the spirit in the bond of peace.”
Following these guiding principles has steered us well over these
59 years. To GOD be the Glory!!!
Pastor, Andrew J. White, Sr.
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UBBC Bible Study
Ministry
In July 2010, the Deacon
Board of UBBC reorganized the
membership of the UBBC Bible
Study Committee and included
members from various ministries
within the church. Prior to that
time membership consisted of
Deacons only. The committee
now consist of Deacons Robbie
Mitchell Jr. (Chair), Alvenzie
Candies and Sterling Hunt; Mrs.
Janie Wright, Deaconess/
Librarian; Mrs. Marilyn JoynerSmith, Board of Christian Education; and Mrs. Renee Williams, Assistant Sunday School
Superintendent. The committee
established a series of lessons for
the remainder of 2010 around
the theme of “Leadership.”
Those lessons include the specific topics of: Unity; Leadership; Conflict; and Conflict
Resolution. The first lesson on
unity was presented on September 21, 2010 by Deacon Sterling
Hunt. The remaining lessons are
scheduled to be presented on the
first and third Tuesdays of the
month by various presenters.
This year marked the sixth
year of joint bible study with
Zion Baptist Church in Petersburg. In keeping with that tradition, two sessions were held this
year. The first joint session was
held at Zion on September 1,
2010 and the topic was
“Understanding Ezra and the
fear of the Lord.” The second
session was held at UBBC on
October 5, 2010 and the topic
was “Manasseh and the compassion and forgiveness of God.”
"The Lord hath
done great things
for us, whereof
we are glad."
— Psalm 126:3
Principle Building Fund
Participants
July -December
Ms. Lanita Thweatt, in memory
of father, Mr. Roy Thweatt, Jr.
Mr. John Thweatt
UBBC Junior Usher’s
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Service of Ordination for Rev. Clarence Milton Thweatt, Jr.
The service of ordination for Clarence M. Thweatt, Jr., Pastor-Elect, Wilborne Baptist Church, Waverly, VA., was held at Union Branch Baptist Church, Prince George, VA on July 11, 2010 at 3:00 P.M. Reverend Andrew J. White was the presiding Pastor. The program was conducted in three parts: (1) The preparation
for examination, which consisted of assembling and providing guidance to a council of Pastors and Deacons
on the examination of the candidate and making a recommendation for ordination; (2) The actual examination
of the candidate, which consisted of the candidate’s responses to council members’ questions pertaining to
conversion, call to ministry, and doctrine; and (3) The ordination service, which included the recommendation
from the council and the ordination ceremony.
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FIVE FINGER PRAYER
1. Your thumb is nearest you. So begin your prayers by praying
for those closest to you. They are the easiest to remember.
2. The next finger is the pointing finger. Pray for those who
teach, instruct and heal. This includes teachers, doctors and
ministers. They need support in pointing others in the right
direction.
3. The next finger is the tallest finger. It reminds us of our
leaders. Pray for the President, leaders in Business and
industry and administrators. They need God’s guidance.
4. The next finger is our ring finger. Surprising to many is the
fact that this is our weakest finger, as any piano teach will
testify. It should remind us to pray for those who are weak,
in trouble or in pain. They need your prayers day and night.
5. And lastly come our little finger, the smallest finger of all
which is where we should place ourselves in relation to God
and others. As the Bible says, “The least shall be the greatest
among you.” Your pinkie should remind you to pray for your
self. By the time you have prayed for the other four groups,
your needs will be put in proper perspective and you will be
able to pray for yourself more effectively.
Author Unknown
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Men’s Day
The Men’s Day program was
held on July 18 at 3:00 p.m.
Mr. John Jones was the worship
leader. The opening selection was
given by the combined Youth
Choir and Little Voices. The
scripture was read by Mr. Gillous
Williams of Good Shepherd Baptist Church. Dea. James Patterson
gave the evening prayer. Master
Rai’Shawn Raines welcomed everyone. A memorial tribute was
given by the daughter of our deceased loved and faithful member,
Mr. Edward Harrison. Miss Victoria Patrick introduced the guest
speaker. All in attendance were
inspired by the spiritual choreography displayed in a praise interpretation performed by Diamond
Macklin, Marquet Cross and Andrea Hunt. Presentations were
The Glorious Acappella singing group harmonized and serenaded
the audience.
given by Mr. Herbert Patrick. The Men’s Ministry President, Mr. Elliott Thweatt, thanked all that participated and attended the program followed by remarks and benediction by Rev. Andrew White.
Interpretive praise dance performed by Diamond Macklin, Marquet Cross and Andrea Hunt.
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UNION BRANCH
BAPTIST CHURCH
BASKETBALL CAMP
The First Annual Union
Branch Baptist Church Basketball
Camp was held on August 2-5,
2010. The camp taught more than
the fundamentals of the sport. It
taught participants how to shoot
for their goals.
The 45 students who took part
in the camp learned how to set
short-term and long-term goals,
how to implement better study
habits, and how to be proactive in
problem solving.
Through sponsors including
AlRod, Dr. Albert Thweatt,
owner, and Mr. Peter Washington,
a McDonalds franchise owner,
organizers were able to bring in
guest speakers, coaches, provide
food for breakfast and lunches,
and camp shirts.
During the 4-day camp, guest
speakers included Coach William
“Bill “ Lawson, Jr., head varsity
boys basketball coach of Petersburg High School and Coach
Charles Peyton, head varsity boys
basketball coach of the Matoaca
PGHS Counselor, Mrs. Evelina Davis,
discussed career development.
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Warriors. Ms.
Lynda Jones conducted a workshop
on how to set goals
and to develop a
plan to reach them.
Mrs. Evelina
Davis, a Guidance
Counselor at Prince
George High
School, spoke with
the campers and
parents about how
to prepare for college.
Coach James
“Jimmy” Williams,
camp organizer,
was very appreciative of the roles
that the members
of Union Branch
played in making
the camp a success.
Members sponsored campers so
that all who wanted Andy White, demonstrates the mechanics of a
to attend could and lay-up.
they did. Union
Branch members
getting their youth to attend; the
also loaned basketball goals,
Prince George Recreation Departtransported goals, registered
ment for providing basketball
campers, were camp leaders,
goals, balls and painting the
prepared and served
food, donated water,
distributed school
supplies, monitored
the facility, made
certificates, and officiated games.
Very special
thanks were expressed to: the Mass
Choir for their hard
work, dedication and
support; Deacon
Garland Saunders of
Loving Union for
Dr. White receives his official camp t-shirt.
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courts; and to our pastor, Rev.
White for his opening remarks to
the participants and his full support
for having a camp.
The First Annual Union Branch
Basketball Camp was a success because it was a TEAM effort.
Together Each Accomplishes
More!!!
Patricia Mitchell emphasized
the importance of playing as a
TEAM.
Coach Bill Lawson, Jr., discussed what it takes to be a good
basketball player and related it setting goals in life.
Camp coaches, Dea. Earl Thweatt and Mr. Fred Perry assisted as
campers were lead through dribble, coordination and defense drills.
Coach Williams made sure the
campers stayed hydrated.
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Recognition
of Our
Sick and Shut-In
Special recognition was given
to our sick and shut-in members
and friends in the community during the worship service on Sunday, September 12, 2010.
Thirty-three Christian brothers
and sisters were honored. The
family, friends and caregivers
were recognized for their love and
support.
Dr. White delivered an inspirational message and the Mass
Choir sang old gospel favorites.
The Deaconess Board coordinated this celebration of love.
They all joined together constantly in prayer…Acts 1:14
Family and Friends
Day 2010
Family and Friends Day was
held on Sunday, September 19, at
3:00 p.m. The worship leader
was , Miss Andrea Hunt. Music
was rendered by the guest choir
from Loving Union Baptist
Church.
Deacon Garland Saunders offered the evening prayer and
words of welcome were expressed
by Mr. Larry Thweatt. The introduction of the speaker was given
by, Rev. Dr. Sylvia Tucker. Following a song from the choir, the
sermon was given by, Rev. Joseph
Morrison. The program chairperson, Mrs. Michele Ford, on behalf
of the Missions and Evangelism
Ministry, thanked everyone for
their help and participation.
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Gospel Talent Show
On September 25, 2010, the
Loyal Sister’s Missionary Ministry hosted their first Gospel Talent Show. The purpose of this
Talent Show was to join together
in Christian fellowship with our
neighboring churches for a day
of fun and laughter and, what a
treat we had! We had participants from Mt. Olivet Baptist
Church – Mr. Richard Caple,
Friendship Baptist – Ms. Glenda
Dobson, Infinite Spirit Ministry
– Ms. Edlita Patrick, and Union
Branch – Mr. Warren Newell,
Mrs. Mary Patrick and the Little
Voices.
The talent show was very inspirational with individuals
showing their talents in praise
dance, singing and poem reading.
Door prizes were given away
and all the youth who participated and the ones that sat in the
audience were all given door
prizes. There were also gifts for
the adults.
The program was climaxed
with an ice cream social. You
could make your own sundae,
banana split or just get a plain
ice cream cone. Everyone ate
until their stomachs were filled.
We hope that we can get
more participation if we decide
to do this again.
Everyone in attendance enjoyed
themselves.
Rev. White was recently recognized at the Prince George
Board of Supervisors meeting
for his 45 years of ministry in
the county.
Thanksgiving Day
Service
Psalm 107:1 Oh give thanks to the
Lord, for he is good, for his steadfast love endures forever!
Thankfulness was the focus of
the day as we held our Thanksgiving Day service on Thursday, November 25. The roll of worship
leader was wonderfully performed
by, Ms. Iris Rahmings. Our
UBBC Youth Choir provided musical expressions of gratitude. The
scripture, morning prayer, and
welcome were given by Mrs. Gloria Holloway, Mrs. Gertrude Perry
and Ms. Monica Raines. After the
introduction by Deaconess, Beatrice Watson, the message was
given by Evangelist Deborah
Willis. Six sunshine baskets filled
with canned goods and $168.00
each, were presented to families in
the community.
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Update on Cost-of-Living Adjustment for Veterans
Update on Cost-of-Living Adjustment for Veterans Compensation and Pension Benefits in
2011COLA Tied to Social Security and Consumer Price Index WASHINGTON (Dec. 30, 2010)
- The Social Security Administration has announced that no cost-of-living adjustments will be
made to Social Security benefits in 2011 because the consumer price index has not risen
since 2008 when the last Social Security increase occurred.
Like recipients of Social Security and other federal benefits, Veterans, their families and
survivors will also not see a cost-of-living adjustment in 2011 to their compensation and pension benefits from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
Under federal law, the cost-of-living adjustments to VA's compensation and pension rates
are the same percentage as for Social Security benefits.
VA provides compensation and pension benefits to about four million Veterans and beneficiaries. For more information about VA benefits, go to www.va.gov <http://www.va.gov/> or
call 1-800-827-1000.
Gems Breakfast
On Saturday Dec 4, the GEMS were treated to a hot, delicious breakfast at Golden Corral. Each
UBBC auxiliary/ministry sponsored the GEMS. GEMS are our precious members who are 70 years or
older.
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Anniversary
Celebration for
Rev. Dr. Andrew J.
White
A Blue Carpet Memory
During the 45 years Reverend
White has been our Pastor, we all
have collected a treasure of
memories of weddings, baby dedications, baptisms, inspiring sermons, poems and stories that have
moved us, and of comforting
words spoken during the times of
bereavement. Some of us can recall an encouraging word spoken
in times of trouble, a hospital visit
and conversations that included a
joke or two. We have Red Carpet
memories associated with the “old
sanctuary” and we have Blue Carpet memories that are framed
around the “new sanctuary.”
The 45th Anniversary Celebration of Reverend White’s dedication and service to the members of
“The” Union Branch Baptist
Church, was held on Sunday, October 10, 2010 at 3:00 p.m. It was
our goal that this celebration
would demonstrate our love and
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appreciation and
therefore, be a
Blue Carpet Memory for him.
With an atmosphere of thanksgiving and gratitude, the Union
Branch Baptist
Church paused to
celebrate the 45
years of leadership
of our Pastor. We The message by, Rev. Cessar Scott, Executive
all listened as
Minister of the Baptist General Convention of
Reverend Caesar Virginia, highlighted the occasion.
Scott, Executive
Minister of the Baptist General
Deaconess Beatrice Watson. A
Convention of Virginia gave his
special feature of the day came
message that highlighted this
toward the close of the program,
memorable occasion. We were
when Deacon Terry Walker gave
also serenaded in songs by the
a pictorial presentation of famiUnion Branch Combined Choirs,
lies, weddings, members and past
under the directions of Ms.
events. When one looks back
Lynda Watson Jones and Ms.
over the magnificent and fascinatAngela Hill with song such as
ing history of this church, this is
“What A Mighty God We
indeed, a Blue Carpet Memory.
Serve”. Also we heard music
from the harmonious “Little
Voices”. The Union Branch InSubmitted by
terpretive Praise Team, gave
Mrs. Renee Williams &
praise in the form of dance.
Mrs. Gloria J. Candies
The recognition of our
“Gems” were musically presented by Deacon James Hill and
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UBBC and those in the surrounding communities.
The members of Union
Branch are very appreciative
of Rev. and Mrs. White for
taking the time to spend some
I Timothy 5:17 (KJV)
personal time with the memLet the elders that rule well be
bership following the morncounted worthy of double honor,
ing worship service. The
especially they who labor in the
various ministries showered
word and doctrine”.
our Pastor and First Lady
with words of love and gifts
Rev. Dr. Andrew J. White,
of remembrance for the many
Sr., has served as Pastor for Union
years of service to Union
Branch Baptist Church for 45
Branch.
years. Through these 45 years,
On Sunday, October 31,
the membership declares that he
2010 the membership of
has truly been “A Pastor For All
UBBC set-aside the 3:00 p.m.
Seasons”. He hasn’t been just a
hour to celebrate the retirePastor, but also a Leader and
ment of our beloved Pastor, Rev Andrew J. White, shared some of
Teacher. As Pastor, Leader, and
Rev. Andrew J. White, Sr.
his guiding principles that has lead him
Teacher, Rev. White has influwho has served as the under through his 59 years in the ministry.
enced so many lives, both here at
shepherd of this branch of
Zion. This was an evening
to be remembered by all who attended. The worship leader for
the occasion was Rev. Clarence
M. Thweatt, Jr., Pastor, Wilborne
Baptist Church, Waverly, Virginia. Devotions were lead by Mr.
James Ethington, Sr., Old Testament reading; Ms. Ja’Nya Cross,
and New Testament reading; and
Rev. Percy Everson, evening
prayer. The combined choirs of
Union Branch and Zion Baptist
churches conducted the musical
presentations for this festive occasion. The sanctuary was filled to
capacity by members, friends, and
family; all came to give respect
and honor to a man who has been
a blessing to so many persons.
The evening was filled with
echoes of times past and memories of love beginning with Rev.
Mr. William Young, Rev. Spruill, Mrs. Janice Mack and Mrs.
Harold Braxton, VUU classmate
Peggy Lee gave echoes from the Hospital Authority, Baptist Chilspeaking on college days at VUU;
dren’s Home and the Downtown Churches United.
UBBC Pastor’s
Retirement
Celebration
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Deacon James Hill is the only deacon currently
serving that was also on the board when Rev.
White first became pastor in 1965.
Still in theatrical form, Ms. Jean Tillman, presents gift from the Drama Ministry.
First Lady, Gracie White received a stylish hat from
the UBBC Missionary Ministry.
During the Oct 31 morning worship service, Rev.
White thanks the congregation for allowing him
to pastor UBBC for 45 years and vows not to be
far away.
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Mrs. Laverne Taylor, student at A.
T. Johnson High School where
Rev. White taught History. She
told how learning History and life
lasting lessons from Rev. White
was such great fun. Deacon
James Tinsley, Chairman, Board
of Deacons, Zion Baptist
spoke of the bond of unity which
Union Branch and Zion Baptist
has established over the years all
because of Rev. White’s leadership. Deacon James Hill, the only
Deacon of Union Branch who was
ordained prior to Rev. White’s
arrival spoke of how Rev. White’s
leadership at Union Branch enabled the church to grow and become a pivotal beacon of hope in
Prince George County. Rev. Lawrence Pollard a long standing
faithful clergy friend spoke on behalf of all ministers. He praised
him as a kind and giving leader
who exemplifies the teaching of
Jesus Christ. This session of echoes was followed by a beautiful
musical tribute to Rev. and Mrs.
White by Mrs. Rita Taleferrio.
The afternoon continued with
Mrs. Peggy Lee, Downtown
Churches United opening the second session of echoes. She expressed her thanks and that of the
member churches for Rev.
White’s dedication and leadership;
Mrs. Janice Mack, Children’s
Home of Virginia Baptist told of
how she met Rev. White’s by way
of a phone call asking and telling
her to become the Superintendent
at the Children’s Home. She
brought lots of laughter over the
audience as she shared some of
the many occasions she had to
work with Rev. White, to witness
his love and passion for the Chil-
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dren’s Home.
She and Rev.
Spruill presented a
plaque to
Rev. White
on behalf of
the Board of
Directors.
Echoes from
the Hospital
Authority
were given by
Mr. William The combined choirs of Union Branch and Zion BapYoung and
tist churches conducted the musical presentations.
Mr. Bob
Walker spoke
with “A Servant’s Heart”, you
on behalf of Appomattox Rehave stood with families of this
gional Governor’s School. “Tall
church for 45 great years. We pray
oaks from little acorns grow.”
God’s Blessings upon you and
were words of wisdom Mr.
your family as you begin your reWayne Crocker, Petersburg Litirement years. We thank God for
brary remembers most in his reyou and thank you Sir, for all that
lationship with Rev. White. The
you have done, all that you do,
words he said “has been like a
and all that God has in store for
guiding light” as the city of Peyou to do. As you begin your retersburg embark on building a
tirement, our many thanks for you
new state of the art library. The
are expressed in Paul’s prayer for
combined choirs presented a muthe Philippians:
sical selection.
The final echoes for the
“I thank my God upon every
evening were given by Rev.
remembrance of you. Always in
White’s long time friend Mr.
every prayer of mine for you all
Edward B. Titmus. He took the
making request with joy. For your
letters of Rev. White’s name and
fellowship in the gospel from the
spelled out his Christ like charfirst day until now;” Philippians
acter, but most importantly, he
1: 3-5 (KJV)
stated that “Jesus has been the
focal point of his life”.
As the afternoon raced into
Submitted By
evening, this memorable event
UBBC Pastor’s Anniversary/
began to slowly come to a close
Retirement Planning Committee
as Rev. White gave remarks encouraging all who listened to
keep God First.
Rev. White our beloved
Pastor, the membership of Union
Branch thank you for leading
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The Drama Ministries of Union Branch and Zion Baptist Church presented “By a Flickering Light” Christmas
play on December 18th and 19th. The story is about a troubled son that leaves home, searching for answers, but
is later welcomed back by his family with open arms. The theatrical performance was embellished with praise
dance, songs and a skit that focused on the birth of Jesus Christ.
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UBBC Holds Evening
Worship Service for
the New Year
UBBC prepared for the new
year with an evening Worship
Service. On December 31st, at
6:00 p.m., a date originally scheduled to have Watch Night and
Holy Communion only, an all inclusive, full worship service was
held. The change was made due to
inclement weather forcing the
postponement of 4th Sunday’s
9:00 regular worship service.
The evening gave members an
opportunity to reflect on the old
year and prayerfully bring in the
new. It was the last day of the
year, the last worship service of
the year and Rev. White’s last official sermon as Pastor of UBBC.
There were words of thanks,
praise and testimony from the
members. God has truly been
good. As one member expressed
His goodness, “Grace and Mercy”
stood out in their mind. This rang
true in our hearts even more so as
Ms. Angie Hill, gave a emotionally moving rendition of the song
“Amazing Grace”.
The scripture was read from
Matthew 1:18. Rev. White’s topic
was “The Angel Of The Lord Is A
Great Counselor”. Just as the angel was with Mary and Joseph,
God has sent His angel to see us
through the new year. The Angel
gives direction and protection.
Our pastor reminded us not to be
afraid, though times may be difficult. We have a friend already in
the new year. Follow the angel.
Follow Jesus.
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"Behold, a
virgin shall
conceive, and
bear a son, and
shall call his
name Immanuel."
— Isaiah 7:14
Congratulations to Samuel
Cole who graduated from the
University of Texas with a degree in Line Communications.
.
Congratulations to Patrick
Newell. He finished basic
training on May 21, 2010 and
completed AIT on July 22 for
the U.S. Army Reserves.
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY
July
1 Jul
4 Jul
4 Jul
9 Jul
11 Jul
17 Jul
19 Jul
20 Jul
20 Jul
21 Jul
29 Jul
30 Jul
Andrea Hunt
Gertrude Perry
Benjamin Roach
Beatrice Watson
Jamaria, Bynum
Sarah Jones
Koreen Perry
Amber Walker
Larry Thweatt
Toccara Patrick
Solomon Hunt
Barbara Patrick
August
8 Aug
16 Aug
19 Aug
27 Aug
27 Aug
Gloria Howard
Kiara McKay
Janice Thweatt
Kaye Hunt
Faye Terry
September
5 Sep Rickey Perry
5 Sep Betty Thweatt
7 Sep Elliott Thweatt, Jr.
8 Sep Jalin A. McCleod
13 Sep Ira Walker
15 Sep Joi Ruffin
21 Sep Kalia Mitchell
23 Sep Sterling Hunt, Sr.
29 Sep Sylvester White, Jr.
30 Sep Patrick Newell
30 Sep Sabrina Perry-Foster
October
4 Oct Jean E. Pullen
10 Oct Alvenzie Candies
14 Oct Brianna M. Thweatt
20 Oct Doris L. Edwards
23 Oct Taylor Ranee PhillipsHillian
25 Oct Jaden Palmore
25 Oct Monica Raines
28 Oct Carl Coleman
28 Oct Reneé Williams
30 Oct Sterling M. Hunt, Jr.
November
15 Nov Lillie Cole Coleman
19 Nov George A. Grundy
20 Nov Christopher Allen
21 Nov Curtis Allen
21 Nov Mackenzie Perry
25 Nov Tara Allen
27 Nov Earl Thweatt
27 Nov Damien Hammond
30 Nov LaRoyce Cross
December
3 Dec Clarence Thweatt III
11 Dec Lynda Jones
13 Dec Ja’Nyia A. Cross
14 Dec Jacqueline McKay
16 Dec Michele A. Harris
16 Dec Melissa V. Harris
19 Dec Jennie White
19 Dec Keyana Ford
21 Dec Jazmine Thweatt
21 Dec Deborah Willis
23 Dec Noelle Roane
25 Dec John Jones, III
25 Dec Kristen Clary
25 Dec Rose Sadberry
26 Dec John Jones, Jr.
28 Dec Francine Thweatt
HAPPY
ANNIVERSARY
July
15 Jul Earl & Janice Thweatt
August
12 Aug Terry & Ira Walker
15 Aug Ray & Shirley Givens
22 Aug Rev. Clarence &
Mattie Thweatt
27 Aug Alex & Francine
Thweatt
September
27 Sep Earl & Mary Patrick
30 Sep Carl & Lillie Coleman
October
1 Oct Robbie & Pat Mitchell
6 Oct William & Brenda Clary
7 Oct Edward & Barbara
Patrick
7 Oct John & Sarah Jones
November
27 Nov Sterling & Kaye Hunt
27 Nov Melvin & Brenda
McBride
December
4 Dec James & Pearl Hill
14 Dec Mrs. Blanche Randall
14 Dec Benjamin & Bertha
Roach
23 Dec Herbert & Doris
Patrick
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