Cr1 KISTIANSCKOLL - Rising Star Missionary Baptist Church
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Cr1 KISTIANSCKOLL - Rising Star Missionary Baptist Church
RISING STAR Cr1 KISTIANSCKOLL MaV 2O15 Volume 29, lssue 3 o SENTOR STEPPERS TEA . LITTLE SAINTS GIVE PRAISE o EASTER SERVICES . REBUILDING TEIE BROI<EN-DO May 17 Flew Members FellowshiP May 25 Memorial Day June {-5 Vacation Blble $chool June'12 Birthday * Rev. lda Gice Smith June'i3 Spiritual Stars I-uncheon for Graduates June 20 l-lawaiian Luau/Roasting Pastor Srnith June 2'l Father's Day June 25-28 Youth Revival July 4 lndependenee Day July 10 Family Outing to Elitch Gardens July'12 New Members Fellowship .!uly 18 Semi-Annual Business Meeting Rising Star Missionary Baptist Church Rev. Dr. Jules E. Smith, Pastor t&ruddl 'April Showers Bring May Flowers". Hello Rising Star Church family! God has been sending us various inclement weather conditions, which result in ushering in the beauty of the spring/summer season. We can appreciate God's creation of the blooming and flowering of all plant life. It is encouraging to know that as the seasons change our faith never waivers. When God brings us through the storms of life he teaches us love, self-discipline, and strength. 2 Timothy 1:7 For God did not give us a spirit of timidity, but a spirit of power, of love and of self-discipline P. Moore * ****:t*** ** ********:k **** Starting with this issue, The Christian Scroll Newsletter is showcasing the youth of Rising Star MBC with a new page entitled *The Kings' Report" wriffen by Ramiree, Da4rus, Davion and Joell Quick. See the YouthNews section for information on what's happening with the Youth Ministry. tc ****:t:tJ< t<*tr*trt<* ***:t** The Christian Scroll Newsletter is in need of an advertising salesperson and reporters. If you are interested in helping with the success of this newsletter, please contact Sis. Cora Hampton {303-550-5088 or *liampt*nii1,€,racl.cani). Monthly meetings are held on the 4ft Saturday of each month at 10:00 a.m. in Room 206. Easter at Rising Star April 3-5,2015 "IIe Has Risen" Matthew 28:6 Resurrection Day featured a number of "firsts" for Rising Star Missionary Baptist Church: our first 6:00 a.m. sunrise worship service followed by our first Easter Sunday breakfast buffet served in the gymnasium. Pastor Smith was overjoyed, thankful and surprised at the large attendance for a 6 a.m. worship service. Following the passionate sermon delivered by Pastor Smith, over 150 worshippers gathered in the gymnasium for a bountiful feast of breakfast dishes prepared and served under the leadership of Deacon Odis Houston, other members of the Deacons and Deaconess Ministries and the Repast Ministry. Celebration of the Resurrection began with the 2nd Annual Good Friday services featuring our Associate Ministers and the Mass Choir. The Associate Ministers of Rising Star presented "The Seven Last Words of Jesus Christ on the Cross", each in their own unique fashion. Rev. Ronald Wooding spoke on "Forgiveness", Rev. Bruce Merriweather followed with a serrnonette on "salvation" and Rev. John Quick spoke on "Love". The topic for Minister J. W. Slone was "Loneliness." After a mime presentation by Dr. Yvonne Henderson, the congregation was ready for the last three words. Minister Nichelle West engaged the congregation with the topic of "Physical Suffering." Rev. Ida Gice Smith presented the "Triumph" of Jesus Christ and Evangelist Cynthia Reese wrapped it all together with the "Reunion" when the barrier between God and man was torn apart. Evangelist Sylvia Daniel led the Call to Worship and the Prayer of Invocation. Olympia Osborne, Cora Hampton - Reporters Rising Star Greeters Ministry Being a Rising Star Greeter is one of the most fulfilling methods to serve your church family. As a greeter, you are typically the first face a person sees when they arrive on Sunday morning. You may think that greeting is a simple task, because you are only asked to open the doors and say hello to everyone who walks through the doors of the church. Yes, this is an easy and straight forward task. However, greeting is very significant to the soul, because you never know what's on the hearts and minds of the individuals who walk through those doors. People may come to church full of joy and ready to praise or they may come stressed and troubled. Either way, when a greeter gives you a bright smile, a warn hug, a gentle handshake or just simply says "Good Morning - God Bless You" it goes a very long way. The Greeter's ministry is a loving family within the RSMBC church. In fact, the last several years they have reconstructed the ministry into a team that is built on trust, support and their mutual love of God. They have truly created an environment that allows each greeter to come to meetings and know that they are in a safe haven where they can connect, pray and serve righteously during each meeting. They have created a "Circle of Trust." Greeters bond with one another through the many fellowship events that they have throughout the year: Fish Fry, Black History Program, BBQ, Greeter's Workshop and fundraisers. Other annual activities that the Greeters implement for the church include a food drive, which is conducted twice a year, Open House to increase membership, Fruit of the Spirit and financial contributions to both the church anniversary and the Pastor's anniversary. The Greeters always have an open door policy. They meet every third Saturday of the month at 9:30 a.m. at the church in Room 201. Please feel free to join us' ###################################################################### Mission: We strive to greet every man, woman, boy and girl with a handshake, hug or kiss and a warrn friendly smile. As the first representative of our church and pastor, we want everyone to feel the joy, love and peace ofJesus Christ as they enter the doors. Scripture: Be not forgetful to entertain strangers: for thereby some have entertained angels unawares. Hebrews 13:2 Submitted by Sis. Shontell Perkins President, Greeters Ministry Greeters' Open House April L2,2Al5 SENIOR STBPPERS TEA & HAT SHOW APRrL 26,20t5 It was a cool, rainy Sunday afternoon as the Senior Steppers Ministry proceeded with their annual Tea and Hat Show. The theme for this year's event, chaired by Sis. Nannette Locke, was "Mile High Columbine Tea Pffiy-A Celebration of Tea, Food, Culture and Spirit." Various members of the "Steppers" Ministry displayed their finest china and tea sets on decorated tables. A delightful luncheon of tea sandwiches, pastries and, of course, hot tea, was served to approximately 100 members and guests. The Senior Steppers then donated $500 to Rising Star as part of their fundraising efforts. Ministry Chair Mary Davis Sis. Hazel Taylor extends'o'Welcome" Program Chair Nannette Locke Sis. Rainey Estes reading "Smile" i' ti. e € *,t :il '-: €.ql .4*,.. Past Chair Yvonne Boyer presents Sis. Mary Davis with plaque \ .:: i-- 'a 1 Choice renders instrumental medley The Ten Cups: Fill My Cup, Lord; Let It Overflow" NOON BIBLE STUDY CELEBRATES PASTOR SMITH'S BIRTHDAY While pastor Jules Smith was doing what he has been called to do, a few of the faithful Noon Bible Study attendees prepared what they hoped would be a "surprise" pot-luck luncheon celebration for his birthday on April 9,2015. The TEN COMMANDMENTS OF A FRIENDLY CHURCH (reprinted from The Deacons Corner, Dea. Willie Burton, The Christian Scroll Newsletter - June 1997) l. Speak to people even if you don't lmow their names. There is nothing as nice or cheerful as afriendly word of greeting. 2. Smile at people. It takes twenty-two muscles to frown and only fourteen to smile. Your smile is one ofyourfinest assets (use it regularly). 3. Call people by name. The sweetest music to any person's ears is the sound of his own name. 4. Be friendly and helpful. If you want afriend, be one. 5. Be cordial, speak and act as if everything you do is genuine pleasure. Try to look happy andyou'll be happy. 6. Be genuinely interested in people. U you try, you can like everybody. Don't limit yourself to afewfriends when there are so many likable all aroundyou. 7. Be generous with praise and sparing with criticism. 8. Be considerate of thefeelings of others. 9. Watchfor ways to serve others. Wat we do for others counts most in life. 10.Add to all of these a good sense of humor, a generous dose of patience and a dash humility. Are you doing all you can to make your church a friendly church? If not, why not start today? Some come to Rising Star just for a walk Some come here to laugh and talk Some come here for observation Some come here for speculation Some come here to sleep and nod We should come here to WORSHIP GOD! of WELCOMEO NEW MEMBERS! Alice Spencer DeAndre Spencer Mr. & Mrs. Gaines Rev. Bruce and Sis Lora Merriweather .re aje a* John Yveffe Ross Kieth Chatman Kimberly Bush Anjanell Thomas Myrian Royston Kenny Huntley ...:#-{F,.,, r: # Marcel Juvera Sr. & Jr. Shirley Wilburn n . -!!F dF Come Join Us SaturdaY m - June 20,2015 Rising Star Mission ary Baptist Church &mr Roasting Pastor Smith & First LadY Rev. Dr. Jules E. Smith and Rev. lda Gice Smith Saturday - June 20,2415 RSMBC Gymnasium 1500 S. Dayton Street Denver, CO 3:00pm to 6:00Pm Donation: S20.00 Adults / 51 0.00 Youth 12 years & under Sponsored by Pastor's Aid Committee & Supporters of RSMBC k# \illl$ W's&x.lk$ pttt*o* srr ATime for Every PurPose Ecclesiastes 3: 1&4 bn tickets and how you can support this fun event more 72A-296-533615hirley Grayson 303-833-1925/Church 303-752-0546 Armstrong contact: Fairy Hanley 303-751-7342/shirley Saturday, March 28,2015: The Youth Ministry / Hallelujah High Steppers of Rising Star Missionary Baptist Church held a "Dedication Extravaganzt'for their new dance uniforms. Theme scripture: Job2l:11 - They send forth their little ones like a flock and their children dance. The Hallelujah High Steppers youth dance ministry perfiormed from songs by various artists, opening with "This is the Day" by Fred Hammond, and dance by the Coleman sisters, Rheanna and Amira. DeAndre Spencer followed with a dance to Isaac Carree's "Clean This House." Precious Pearls (little girls) danced to Mary Mary. precious Pearlsisaints for Christ (big girls/boys) partnered to the tune of "Give Me That" by Kirk Franklin. Saints for Christ (little boys) showed their stuff to "Lord, You Are Welcome" by Bishop Clarence McClendon. Precious Pearls (combined girls), dressed as angels danced to Tameia Mann's "Take Me to the King" and the first half was wrapped up with the Saints for christ (combined boys) rocking to Tye Tibbett's "I want It A11Back." The second half was as energetic as the first; our youth did not display fatigue at all. The dancers smiled as expressions to the music were gracing our presence. Precious Pearls (combined girls) open"a *lttt moves to Richard Smallwood's "Total Praise." Saints for Christ o'Psalm 150." Back with their famous moves to Erica iUig Uoys; fono*"d with moves to J Moss' Cu-pU"fi" ..Little More Jesus" were the Precious Pearls). Bethany Brown debuted a solo act to ..He fuants It All" by Forever Jones. Saints for Christ (combine boys) danced their final song for ..I Need you" by United Tenors. The big boys helped the little ones remain in step the night to and not get tired, which was refreshing to watch. The final dance of the night was by Precious Pearls (big girls) to Tasha Cobbs' "Break Every Chain." The congregation's excitement was carried out the doors through moves, imitating the youth, chatter and laughter. The event was a complete success; our youth ministered to souls through song and dance with vigor, grace, determination, and purpose. It was a purpose-driven event, fully accomplished! Sis. Joy Hall, Director for Hallelujah High Steppers Cynthia Reese, Reporter Photos by Eileen Burnley, Rick Reese The Kings' Report By Ramiree, Daryus, Davion & Joell Quick The Youth Ministry had the opportunity to participate in an Outreach Program called "Sweet Dreams in a Bag". This organizationis about providing new bedding to kids & even teenagers & showing them that God loves everyone. The best part about it was that the kids & teenagers get to choose their bedding. The bedding was put together by volunteers. The Rising Skr Youth Ministry came out in large numbers from 4 to 18 years old. We filled the church van & four other cars with youth & adults. We had a fun time. What did you like about "sweet Dreams in a Bag"? Kins Daryus - 8 vears old I like that it help people stay warm & I really like packing the bedding for the kids. Kins Joell - 4 years old I like to pack the bags because I like to be a helper. King Davion - 6 vears old I like that we chose the sheets & blankets for the kids. I picked the Mario CartT for the kids to have. I like that we helped the kids & God was happy about what we did. Kins Ramiree - 14 vears old What I liked about "Sweet Dreams in a Bag" was that we were able to share the good news of Jesus through giving. I felt like this was a good community outreach idea. It also felt good to bless those that don't have what they need. It was also great fun because some bags that we packed involved us racing with a different team. It had to be perfectly fixed in its bag & if it wasn't, then we had to start over again. But that was the fun part. Overall, everyone seemed like they had a good time helping out children. Youth-on-the-Move helped the program & also was active in the community. Now off to more Youth Movement through our Lord & Savior Jesus Christ. # "ffi dy'd ru 66CYg Y NI SI IVflUO JflSlA.S" @ 3ry 'w#ory -t-lf- -a"st*{ * rro Arthur L. Blakeley 8/4/38-s/2/2013 U. S. ArmY t'-""$t?? ''+ ff.S& trlg 4- 'riltso\ **- Ronald E. Clarke s/26/38-713u2O12 L" Lt. combat Engirieers U. S. ArmY Lonnie David Davis 12/2u4s -9/25/201.4 U. S. Navy Donald Drake 3/28/36 -213/2014 U. S. Air Force James C. Harden 72/20/34 - slzs/2012 U. S. ArmY Thomas Martin Jr. 7/17/28 - 1-/2s/2}1s U. S. ArmY Marvin Ross Percy Lee Ryan LO/11ls2- LO/22/2An U. S. Air Force John Selman Sr. 3/2ol7o -2/28l2}n U. S. ArmY Elwood Smith Joe Washington William Wooden ln Lovine Memorv Celebrating the Life of... October 26,1930 May 25, 1928- March L1-,20L5 - April 28,2015 BERNICE VIRGINIA TAYLOR MARY WHITTIKER Sister Taylor wos born in Somerville, TN. She married Mory was the first born child of Dee Manuel and Van N. Taylor Sr. in Gary, lndiqno, lndiana. To this union five children were born. She was a foithful church member until her health failed. She was active in missions, volunteer work in hospitals, the food bank, Church Choir and any other Claro Clark. She came from a family of eleven children. Mary grew up in Alton, lllinois and graduated from Alton High School. Mary gove birth to her beloved and devoted doughter, Shsron. She took pride in the fact that she wos able to raise ond core for her doughter os a single parent and never comploined. groups that she was able to share her love with. She worked for the Gary school district os q Librarian for over twenty years until her retirement. Bernice enjoyed cooking, sewing and being active in her church, taking care of her fomily. She was known os Moma Toylor or Auntie Bunnie. She leaves to cherish her memory, Pqtricia Wilson oJ Adelonto, CA, Van N Toylor, Jr. of Aurora, CO, T. Tyrone Toylor (Murial) of Las Vegas, NV. Roderick L. Taylor (Denise) of Adelanto, CA, Elaine McCormick (John) of Victorville, a host of others. CA. Fourteen grandchildren ond Mary relocoted to Denver and did doy work for mony years, riding the bus to and fro. On the bus she met her lifelong friend, AImo Jean Rivers, of over sixty yeors. Mary worked and retired from the City and County. After a long courtship she married Lonnie, the love of her life, on December 29, 1971. They enjoyed mony joyful years traveling, bowling and sharing fun with fomily and friends. Lannie took good care of Mory and never complained about anything he had to do .Mary loved and trusted the Lord. She was baptized at Rising Star Baptist Church. She loved Bible study. She was a part of the noon mission, senior steppers and repost ministries. to cherish her memory, husbsnd Lonnie Whittiker, doughter, Shoron Wharton (Henfl, She leaves grandson, Kevin Pqrker (Renee), brothers Monuel Clark, Percy Clark, Sondy Clark, sisters Thompson, Claretha Carpenter (Elijah), Nellie Martin qnd a host Dora r1 of other relatives. #: THE GRIEF SUPPORT JOURNEY GROUP BEREAVEMENT MINISTRY After the death of someone close, your world may tum upside down. Waves of emotion can surge through you at unexpected times. You may experience a sense of disbelief, along with a rollercoaster of emotions, and an unexpected triggering of thoughts and memories. The Bereavement Ministry mission focuses on those with recenVcurrent losses of loved ones, within Rising Stars' Body of Christ. We reach out to provide comfort, under Pastors' direction, with cards, visits, phone calls, and or letters expressing our condolences and availability as a ministry. The Grief Support Journey Group, a branch of the Bereavement ministry, is one place where those who are grieving can regularly come, sit down, and privately find strength, hope, comfort, and love. We share information, by providing leaming experiences on the stages of grief, in an effort to ease the feelings of being out of control; or finding oneself at a crossroads in life, where we are missing the necessary decision-making strength to move on or press forward, though we are feeling a void (an absence of our known quality of life). Understanding grief, learning about the variety of expressions that can arise (sorrow, pain, anguish and misery, whether outwardly or inwardly) and what to expect during your journey will equip you to handle some of the more challenging aspects of grief. The group leams to live past their grief a step at a time. No, the group [*t your grief, but participants listen, identifu with each other, and grow from their "*i understanding, and knowing they are not alone on this journey. Most people find that hope is the key to surviving grief. For if those who are suffering the horrific pain of loss can see that others before them have gone on to build purposeful and meaningful lives, then they have hope that they, too, can do the same' The Grief Support Journey Group meets the 3'd Tuesday of the month at 7:00 in the evening. Everyone is invited to come out and leam more about this valuable ministry and the support it gives to those grieving in the community. Submitted by Edwyna Choice, Bereavement Ministry Chair Eileen Burnley, Reporter