march 2016 - Brookland Baptist Church

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MARCH 2016
Editor’s note
This month, we are blessed to share the
accomplishments of three amazing women
in our congregation in our Brookland
Women Making History feature. Each
woman is making significant contributions
through her God-given abilities to impact
the education and opportunities for youth,
provide health education and to serve as
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caregiver and advocate for loved ones. It is
always a wonderful experience to work with spouses, family
members and friends to capture the stories of these outstanding
women and then share it with the rest of our church family.
Also in this edition, you will see stories about our scouting
ministries and the lessons our children are learning about their
heritage.
Additionally, you will read about a college student who
recently returned from a mission trip and the joy he experienced
through working in Belize.
Lastly, we are celebrating two members who have been
recognized in the local media recently.
Enjoy!
The 2016 Souper Bowl of Caring collected 221 non perishable
food items and $751.23.
Boy Scout Troop#74, the Girls Scouts, the Cub Scouts and the
Young Women of Excellence participated in the collection on
the West Campus. The Boy Scouts also collected food items in
the community around the West Campus.
We thank everyone for their contributions of time, talent and
resources which benefited the Brookland Soup Kitchen and the
Brookland Food Bank.
The Brookland Star is published monthly by
the Brookland Baptist Church.
Submit all articles, announcements,
celebrations and photographs to
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The April edition of The Brookland Star
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Brookland Star Staff
Keisa Gunby, Editor & Layout
Peggy Brailey, Co-Editor & Layout
Shawn Glover, Graphic Designer
P HOTOGRAPHE RS
Calvin Reese (West) and Lin Johnson (BNE)
P ROOFRE ADE RS
Deaconess Sharon Dublin (BNE),
Brenda Henicks
and Deaconess Annette Sello
S TAFF W RI TE RS
Tré Tailor and Dr. Eric Schuleter
C ONTRI BUTI NG W RI TE RS
Rev. Marilyn Bassfield, Dr. Tisha Boston,
Tammie Epps, Rosalyn L. Glenn
Angel L. Malone, Dr. Reginald Parker,
and Donna Thomas, RN
Pastoral Staff
Dr. Charles B. Jackson Sr., Senior Pastor
Reverend James A. Jamison,
Assistant Pastor
Reverend Charles B. Jackson Jr.,
Executive Pastor
Reverend Chris Leevy Johnson,
BNE Campus Pastor
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Years ago, there came a trial in my life when I knew that
the Lord was using it to mold me, but I felt as if He had
abandoned me. I was in doubt and felt that even God would
not— not that He could not— bring me through. I’ll never
forget that moment, standing in my bedroom, weeping and
feeling so very guilty for even thinking that the Lord had
abandoned me. Well, the Lord brought deliverance in that
circumstance in a mighty and powerful way that only He is
able to, and since then He has brought me through many smaller moments of
faith-stretching, each time, using His word to remind me of His promises.
REV. BETTY H. BROWN
Director, Women in Ministry
I recall a time when I was invited to preach at a Women’s Retreat in another city, Myrtle Beach, to be exact.
After preaching, a woman approached me and said, “I listened to you preach today, and you sound so certain
about everything you preached. Are you ever doubtful?” I thanked this young lady for coming up to talk to me
and I reassured her that her question was very important. My answer to her was short and direct. “Yes, I believe
everything that I preach, but I do have doubts and questions that seem impossible for me sometimes.” Saints of
the Living God, every believing Christian has doubts from time to time. If you have arrived at a place on this
Christian journey where all your doubts are gone, and all questions are answered, take a deep breath and relax
because you have arrived in heaven.
Here are three points that you should consider in reference to your spiritual maturity in regards to doubt.
First, many people believe that doubt is the opposite of faith, but it isn’t. Unbelief is the opposite of faith. Unbelief
refers to a willful refusal to believe, while doubt refers to inner uncertainty. Second, many people think doubt is
unforgivable, but it isn’t. God does not condemn us when we question Him. He is sovereign and is more than able
to handle all of our doubts and questions. Third, many people feel struggling with the matters of God is a sign that
we have lost our faith, but that’s not true. Struggling with the things of God is a sure sign that we truly have faith.
If we never struggle, our faith will never grow.
Doubt is not sinful, but it can be dangerous. The concern is not that we doubt; it’s what we do with our doubt.
Acting on our doubt can lead to serious consequences. When we act on our faith, it always brings victory. The
Bible gives us many examples of women who were doubtful, but acted on their faith. Here are just a few.
Esther, who with resilient courage, walked into the king’s court unannounced with a message of hope for her
people. As a result Esther saved her generation from utter annihilation. Hannah, who cried out to God for a manchild, and God healed her barren womb. Deborah, wife, perhaps mother, and judge of Israel, relentlessly defeated
Sisera, the enemy’s commander and brought deliverance to Israel. The woman who had the issue of blood one day
took her desperate situation and made a desperate move of faith to Jesus. Jesus called her “daughter” after healing
her, indicating her salvation into His kingdom. The Syro-Phonecian (Gentile) woman who refused to back down
on behalf of her daughter was possessed by demons. The “Hall of Faith” recipient, Rahab, acted in faith when she
saved the lives of the spies.
Don’t you think that these great women had their doubts? Of course they did. They did not know in advance
how everything was going to work out. Yet, they took a deep breath, decided to trust God and they acted on their
faith and not on their doubt. Great Women of Brookland, make a decision to be a part of the Believer’s 2000 in
2016. Take a deep breath, trust God, move forward in faith and “Watch God” work in your lives.
If you are like me and haven’t reached the open door of heaven, and you sometimes doubt and question what
God is doing, take a deep breath, decide to trust what God is doing in your life. Begin to act on your faith and not
on your doubt. Do this, and your faith will continually grow stronger.
Doubt is not a sin. It’s what you do with your doubt that can lead to sin. Don’t let your doubt keep you from
Jesus.
Rev. Betty H. Brown
Since 2014, The Brookland Star has been recognizing the women in our congregation who are blazing trails on
their jobs, impacting their communities and serving through philanthropy. This feature is part of the continual
education of our congregation on Black History Month and is part of our Women’s History Month celebration.
At Brookland and across this great state of South Carolina, we have reasons to be joyous for the blessings of
the three women who were nominated this year. We salute each of them for their commitment to God, their
families and the future of this church.
Too often in our society, we do not pause to acknowledge the individuals who selflessly render a service to
others without expecting praise and accolades. It is the desire of The Brookland Star staff that we support, uplift
and encourage each other to the GREATER that is in God’s plan for each of us.
In 2014, six outstanding women were recognized for their numerous contributions to being role models and
setting a higher standard. In 2015, 18 women were profiled in this annual feature.
Thanks be to God for all Brookland women for leading ministries, supporting outreach efforts and training
future generations to be disciples.
Norma Lynn Brown is a native of Hartsville. She is the second child of six born to
O’Neal Lynn and the late Bertha Lee Lynn. Brown was raised in a home that emphasized
the love of God, family and others. Her parents instilled in their children a love for
entrepreneurship, and her love for entrepreneurship began when she worked in her
family’s grocery store. She later co-founded Motherland Foods with her sibling.
Brown was a member of the first class to integrate Hartsville High School. Upon her
graduation, she continued her quest for academic excellence by receiving a Bachelor of
Science degree in Marketing and a Master of Business Education from Winthrop College,
now known as Winthrop University. She is a National Board Certified Teacher and she
has completed the coursework for the Career Development Facilitator Certification.
Brown began her teaching career at Richmond Sr. High School in Rockingham, N.C.
After five years at Richmond, she accepted a teaching position at Irmo High School to teach marketing education.
Then Brown was recruited to teach marketing and business education at Dutch Fork High School. She was there
from the year it opened in 1992 until 2015, a total of 23 years. While at Dutch Fork, she served as the Dean of the
School of Business and Information Technology. Brown was awarded the 2012 Teacher of the Year for Dutch
Fork High and was later selected as the Richland-Lexington District Five 2012-2013 Teacher of the Year. As the
DECA advisor at Dutch Fork High School, she has groomed more than 300 regional winners, more than 160 state
winners, and more than 20 International Gold Winners. DECA is an association for marketing students. In 2012,
for the first time in South Carolina history, she had two students to win first place overall at the DECA
International Competition. Brown is now teaching in the Entrepreneurship Magnet at Spring Hill High School.
She is now the DECA Advisor at Spring Hill and continues to deliver top competitors. In February 2016, Brown
was named the 2016-17 DECA Advisor of the Year. She has also been awarded the YesCarolina South Carolina
2012-2013 Entrepreneurship Teacher of the Year.
Brown is a dedicated member of Brookland where she serves in the Women’s Bible Study Class, the VIBE
Teen Church, as a Board of Director for the West Campus Christian Education Department, Director for the
Young Women of Excellence (Rosebuds, Leading Ladies, and Girls Growing in Grace), She is a member of the
Couples For Christ Ministry and the Deaconess Ministry. She is the co-founder of the Young Women of
Excellence Oratorical Contest, which is currently developing females to participate in the 2nd annual contest.
She is married to Dea. Tyrone Brown and has raised several village children. Dea. Tyrone Brown describes his
wife “as the epitome of a virtuous woman” and considers himself blessed as he has found a good thing.
Adreane W. Grant, RN, BSN, CCRP, is employed with Palmetto
Health as the Manager of the Clinical Trials Department and has worked
for the past 28 years as a registered nurse in the areas of critical care,
cardiology, oncology, general medical surgical healthcare, and medical case
management. Grant received a Bachelor of Science degree in nursing from
the University of South Carolina and has received her certification as a
Clinical Research Professional.
Grant has served as the Brookland Foundation’s Health and Wellness
Program Director for more than 12 years. She is dedicated to improving
the distribution of health care information, increasing opportunities for
health screenings and the development of programs that target decreasing
health disparities in her church and community. Under her leadership, the
Health and Wellness program has developed several community projects
including the Brookland Annual Community Health Fair, Project Young
Athlete, the Mustard Seed Project, the Color Pink Project and Gala, the
Red Dress/Red Tie Project, the Health Career Scholarship Project and
Brookland’s Weight Loss Challenge.
She is a member of the Society of Clinical Research Professionals and the Gamma Nu Omega Chapter of
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
She is married to Donald Grant. Together they have five daughters: Brittney, Charise, Vanessa, Donsha and
DeAnna; a son, Donald Jr.; an adorable grandson, Charles and two beautiful granddaughters, Mikiyah and
Samiyah.
Rev. Tiffany Redmond is a devoted servant whose life has been given to Jesus
Christ. Her passion is to serve God’s people. She has been anointed to provide
pastoral care to the sick and their caregivers. She has been gifted in the art of
liturgical dance, transforming movement into devotion and praise that renders a
true worship experience.
Redmond was recently ordained by the Gethsemane Baptist Association and she
worships at the Northeast Campus.She has served in a number of ministry roles to
include: liturgical dance leader, singles’ ministry leader, Bible study teacher,
Vacation Bible School teacher, Hospitality Committee member, Care and Keep
ministry and Usher.
Redmond earned a Bachelor of Science from Louisiana Tech University, a
Master of Business Administration from Bellevue University and a Master of
Divinity from Liberty University. She is currently working on her doctoral studies in
chaplaincy at Columbia International University. She is also pursuing her chaplain
certification as a chaplain intern with Palmetto Health System in Columbia, SC.
Redmond is married to MSgt (ret.) Larry T. Redmond. After serving nine years in the Air Force, two years as
an Information Technology project manager, Tiffany Redmond is now a full-time caregiver to her husband who is
diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).
Tiffany Redmond is being nominated because of her devotion to her husband who has ALS. The person
nominating Tiffany Redmond says, “She is her husband’s everything—his hands, feet, legs, arms, voice and even
his very breath. She works lovingly under tremendous stress and continues to study, earn degrees, serve her
husband and God. And she does it all with a smile on her lips. She is phenomenal!”
The West Campus Sunday School Annual Easter
Program will be held on Saturday, March 26, at noon in the
Small Sanctuary. This program features the youth of
Brookland reciting speeches about the meaning of Easter
and the real reason why we celebrate the resurrection of
Jesus Christ. An Easter Egg Hunt will take place after the
Easter program at Rosamunda Percell-Butler Community
Park, 1100 Raleigh St., West Columbia 29169. Parents and
students may pick up recitations from Cassandra ConyersRush during Sunday School.
The Northeast Campus will host its annual Easter
Program on Friday, March 18, at 7 p.m. The program will
consist of recitations, readings and musical performances.
Gabrielle Morgan recites her Easter speech during the West
Campus Easter Program in 2014.
PHOTO CREDIT/Keisa Gunby
Holiday Closings
In observance of Good Friday, the following entities will be closed on
Friday, March 25: the Administrative Offices of both campuses, the
Brookland Federal Credit Union and the Brookland Academy Child
Development Center. The Child Development Center will also be closed on
Monday, March 28.
Brotherhood member Mark Rumph provides a review of the ministry’s February meeting.
PHOTO CREDIT/ Mark Rumph
On Saturday, Feb. 6, approximately 75 people were in attendance for our
February meeting.
The guest speaker was Randy Crutchfield, the Human Resources Manager at
Michelin in Lexington. He talked about job opportunities for the community,
especially young people who are about to graduate from high school as older
adults who are eligible for the technical/skilled jobs at Michelin. The Lexington
site produces tires for family sedan, minivan and luxury touring, high performance
cars and front end loaders. Approximately 1,400 people are employed at the
Lexington site.
The partnership between Crutchfield, Michelin and the Brookland
Brotherhood began in 2010 when the Brotherhood sponsored job fairs during the
recession to help link individuals looking for employment with employers who
needed employees. In the first year, more than 500 persons attended the job fair
and the number of people attending the job fairs grew to more than 5,000 before
the final one in 2012.
For men interested in joining the Brotherhood, meetings are held on the first
Saturday of each month at 8 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall in the Administration
Building on the West Campus.
Michelin Human Resources
Manager Randy Crutchfield was
the guest speaker during the
Brotherhood’s February meeting.
James B. Adams Senior Center Director Ethel Jivers highlights the men and women that make the Center fun for all.
T
here is a saying that goes “behind every good man is a good woman,” but do you know who’s behind a
energetic group of “Sassy Seniors” at the James B. Adams Senior Center? The volunteers that work with
our seniors weekly are a group of dynamic, patient, loving and dedicated individuals. In addition to these
volunteers there is also a group of seniors that pitch in to do whatever is needed.
I would not be able to do my job as director without the assistance of these men and women. Unita Busby and
Pam Brock assist me with planning weekly activities and trips. Virginia Chapman handles the finances for our
group. Barbara Garrett works to ensure that the seniors have arts and crafts. Jerry Free serves as our Mr.
Everything/Jack-of-all-trades. Rev. Mardell Whyte coordinates and prepares our delicious meals. She is assisted by
Jalo Whyte, Carolyn Benson and Janice Harris. Kindel Fakorede helps us to keep moving by coordinating our
exercise schedule. Dea. Waymond Washington serves as transportation coordinator, facilitating the transportation
needs of our seniors. Dea. Thomas Johnson is the back-up transportation coordinator. Johnson also drives a
second vehicle for local and out of town trips.
I am grateful for Laura Mae Newton, Mimmie Carter, Mary Helen Holmes and Elnora Payne who keep us
festive and upbeat by decorating for each holiday or event and serving as the caretakers of the games/prizes
center.
If you are interested in volunteering and/or know someone who may be willing to come and speak to the
seniors on a subject of interest to them, please contact me.
And if you are a senior looking for some good friends and good times, our doors are always open and “You
are welcome” to come visit us on Tuesday at the Brookland-Lakeview Empowerment Center.
Mildred Norris reports on the events planned by the Senior Missionaries.
The Brookland Baptist Senior Missionary Auxiliary
will sponsor a prayer breakfast on April 23, 2016, in
celebration of our 100th anniversary.
It’s that time again! Time to prepare to travel with the
Senior Missionaries to Spring City, Tennessee, to the
mountainous Cedine Ministries mission. We will be
attending the Fall Ladies Retreat in October 7-9.
The breakfast will be held in the Brookland Banquet
and Conference Center at 8 a.m. Rev. Marilyn Bassfield,
The price of the trip is $250. ($125 for the retreat and
Director of the Intercessory Prayer Ministry, will be our $125 for travel.) If you are interested in attending, the
guest speaker.
deadline to pay for the retreat is April 15. The deadline
to pay for the travel, is the end of August.
Tickets are $8 and can be purchased from any Senior
Missionary.
Also, you can register online at cedine.org and select
the orange Register button in the top right corner of the
For additional information please contact Betty Taylor site. Select Ladies Retreat 4. Save $25 and register online
at (803) 359-3997 or Bobbie Louden at (803) 798-9605. by Sept. 7. If you register online, contact Bettye Foggie
at (803) 216-8237 or Pinkie Caldwell at (803) 796-2077
to make travel arrangements.
We look forward to you joining us for a weekend of
workshops and fun activities.
Couples Retreat 2017
“The Power of Prayer in Marriage”
Couples can register now for Couples Retreat 2017 to be held February 10 – 12, 2017.
The retreat will take place at the 4-star
Sonesta Resort on Hilton Head Island.
Nestled along the coast with stunning
360º views and lush landscapes as far as
the eye can see, the award-winning
Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island is a
premier destination for getaways,
gatherings or business.
The speaker will be Rev. T.C. Stallings from the
movie, “War Room.” Stallings played the
character Tony ‘T.J.’ Jordan and also had a
career as a professional football player.
Stallings was called to the ministry in 2003 and
has since been a busy keynote speaker in and
out of the country. In December 2015, he
added author to his resume by releasing his new
book, "The Pursuit: 14 Ways in 14 Days to
Passionately Seek God's Purpose For Your
Life." Stallings is married to his college sweetheart, Levette Stallings. They have two
children and make their home in Southern California.
Retreat registration forms can be downloaded from the church website. Forms and
deposits can be mailed to Couples for Christ Ministry, P.O. Box 542, Columbia, SC 29202.
Make checks payable to Couples for Christ Ministry.
For additional information,
contact Dea. Dale or Deaconess Denise Collier
at (803) 957-8135
or e-mail us at [email protected]
Couples for Christ Ministry Leaders Dea. Dale and Deaconess Denise Collier have scheduled a number of events for 2016 to help
Brookland’s married couples.
The theme for the 2016-17 Couples for Christ activities is “Plug into the Power of Prayer.”
For those people who are newly married or new to the Brookland Baptist Church, the Couples for Christ
ministry promotes the Christian growth of married couples. Activities are planned to enrich marriages and help
couples address issues of parenting, quality time, communication, stress management, finances, and enhancing
your relationship.
In addition to the workshops, family events such as picnics and fellowships are planned where children are
included as well as the couple.
If you would like to participate in the activities listed below or would like more information, contact us at (803)
957-8135 or e-mail us at [email protected].
2016 Calendar of Events
March 25 Cooking Class
Brookland-Lakeview Empowerment
Center Cafeteria, 6:30 p.m.
April 1
National Black Marriage Day Events
(West Campus) Fellowship Hall, 6:30 p.m.
April 3
National Black Marriage Day Recognition
(during morning worship services)
May 16
Newly Married Couples’ Fellowship
(Full Scholarship for Retreat 2017 to be
provided at event)
June 8, 15, 22, 29 Summer Bible Study for Couples
(West Campus) Fellowship Hall, 6 p.m.
September TBA
Mini Retreat
“Plug into the Power of Prayer”
November TBA
Cooking Class
Brookland-Lakeview Empowerment
Center Cafeteria
We would like to encourage everyone to participate in
upcoming elections to exercise your civic duty and allow
your opinion on matters to be heard by the person you
select to represent you. If you are not already a
registered voter, you must complete an application to
register 30 days prior to the election date.
2016 General Election
Filing for candidates March 16-30
Primary June 14
Primary Runoff June 28
General Election Nov. 8
Brookland members running for office in the November election are asked to provide a headshot
and campaign platform information by April 15 to be included in the May edition of The Star. The
May edition will be distributed prior to the primary elections in June.
Brookland’s Cub Scout Pack #74 celebrated
the 86th anniversary of Cub Scouts on Wednesday,
Feb. 24, during their Annual Blue and Gold
Banquet at the Brookland-Lakeview Empowerment
Center. Since January, scouts have been preparing
reports on “The Historic Role of the Black
Church” in South Carolina to observe Black
History Month. Scouts were asked to interview
members of the churches they selected and answer
a series of questions to develop exhibits. During
the banquet, parents and family members viewed
the projects and asked cub scouts questions about
their research.
The guest speaker for the anniversary banquet
was Brookland’s own Assistant Pastor Rev. James
Cubmaster Enoch Wisdom and Brookland’s Assistant Pastor Rev.
A. Jamison. Jamison taught the scouts about the
James A. Jamison with Cub Scout Pack #74
way slaves worshipped, which affirmed their selfworth and spirituality. He also discussed the far reaching impact of Black churches in Civil Rights and assisting
their members by establishing schools and credit unions.
Enoch Wisdom is the Cubmaster and he is assisted by Kenneth Campbell, Ph.D., Clint Cooper and Fabrienne
Payne. The Cub Scouts meet Wednesday nights, from September to May, at 6 p.m. in the Brookland-Lakeview
Empowerment Center.
Scout Directors Jessica Wilson and Toneia Denton share the exciting events surrounding the Girl Scouts anniversary.
The Brookland Baptist Church Girl Scouts ministry will observe Girl Scout
Sunday during both services on the West Campus on March 13. Scouts from all
levels will wear their uniforms to worship services.
On March 12, Girl Scouts across the country will commemorate the day in
1912 that Juliette Gordon Low officially registered the organization’s first 18 girls
in Savannah, Ga. Girl Scout Week is March 6-12.
For 104 years, Girl Scouts has helped girls develop positive values and
become active responsible leaders in their communities. With our emphasis on
leadership, citizenship and service to others, Girl Scouts is poised to fulfill our
mission of building girls with courage, confidence, and character, who make the
world a better place.
Girl Scout membership is open to all girls in K5 through 12th grade and also to adults, both women and men,
who subscribe to the Girl Scout Promise and Law.
The Brookland Girl Scouts ministry has more than 60 girls actively participating. Each troop, from Daisies to
Ambassadors, is working on different projects and activities to earn badges as well as the bronze, silver and gold
awards.
We would like to thank each parent for allowing us to serve and mentor with your daughter.
The Girl Scouts meet on Wednesday nights, from September to May, at 6 p.m. in the West Campus
Administrative Building classrooms off the Fellowship Hall.
The Brookland Scholarship Committee is now accepting applications for the 2016 Scholarships and Education
Assistance Awards. High school seniors who plan to enroll in a college or university to pursue a degree in the
current calendar year are encouraged to apply.
SELECTION CRITERIA
To be considered for the awards, a student must
S
CHOLASTIC
A
BILITY
: Submit official copies of SAT or
be a member of Brookland in the last three
ACT
scores
and
high
school transcripts with the
consecutive years at the time of application. Students
application.
who are not members, but have “grown up” in
CONSISTENT PARTICIPATION IN CHURCH ACTIVITIES/AUXILIARIES:
Brookland within the last 10 consecutive years are
Submit a maximum of five completed and signed
also eligible to apply.
verification forms detailing your involvement in
The selection criteria is listed to the right.
church activities.
Scholarship applications can be downloaded from INVOLVEMENT IN SCHOOL ACTIVITIES: Submit a maximum of
the church website and are due on Tuesday, March
five completed and properly signed verification forms
29, 2016, in a designated box in the lobby at the
detailing your involvement in school activities.
Northeast Campus and in the Scholarship
INVOLVEMENT IN COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS: Submit a
Applications Box in the lobby of the West Campus
maximum of five completed and properly signed
Administration Building. Questions about the
verification forms detailing your involvement in
application or the process can be e-mailed to Marilyn community organizations.
Hopson, [email protected] or contact TYPED ESSAY: The essay must be double-spaced on a
single sheet of paper and should incorporate the roles
Robert Rhinehart, Ph.D.,
of education and church in your life. The essay must
[email protected].
demonstrate clarity, coherence, proper usage,
Since 1987 Brookland Baptist Church has
awarded scholarships/education assistance awards to mechanics, adherence to the theme and enough
details to develop the content.
100 percent of all high school seniors who applied.
The Members Club at Woodcreek and WildeWood
90 Mallet Hill Road
Columbia, SC 29223
For more information, please contact the Brookland Foundation at (803) 744 -7914 or email [email protected]
Crucifixion and Resurrection
Matthew 26:36—28:10
Holman Christian Standard Bible
Jesus came with His disciples to a garden called
Gethsemane (geth SEM uh nih). Leaving the other
disciples, He took Peter, James, and John aside and said,
“My soul is filled with sorrow. I feel as if I am dying.
Wait here and stay awake with Me.”
Jesus walked a little farther, then fell facedown and
prayed, “Father! If it is possible, let this cup of suffering
pass away from Me. Buy Your will be done.” Jesus came
back and found the disciples asleep.
“Couldn’t you stay awake with Me for one hour?”
He asked. Jesus went away a second and a third time to
pray. Each time, He came back to find the disciples
sleeping. Then He said, “Get up! My betrayer is
coming.”
Judas arrived with a large crowd carrying sword and
clubs. Judas stepped up and kissed Jesus on the cheek—
so the men would know who to arrest. When they
grabbed Jesus, all His disciples ran away.
Jesus was taken to Caiaphas (KAY uh fuhs), the high
priest. Caiaphas wanted a reason to kill Jesus, so he
asked, “Are you the Messiah, the Son of God?”
“You have said it,” Jesus answered.
The high priest said, “He has spoken against God!”
“He deserves to die!” the crowd shouted, and they
spit in Jesus’ face and beat Him.
At daybreak, they took Jesus to Pilate, the Roman
governor. Pilate didn’t think Jesus had done anything
wrong, but the crowds wanted Him killed. So Pilate
handed Him over to be crucified. The governor’s
soldiers put a scarlet robe on Him and a crown of
thorns. They mocked him, saying, “Hail, King of the
Jews!” Jesus was beaten and nailed to a cross. Two
criminals were crucified next to Him. From noon until
three in the afternoon, darkness covered the land. Then
Jesus cried out, “My God, My God, why have You
forsaken Me?” Then he died.
Jesus was buried in a tomb. A big stone was placed
in front of the entrance. Pilate ordered that guards be
placed at the tomb. Three days later, there was a violent
earthquake and an angel of the Lord came down and
rolled the stone away. The angel said that Jesus had
risen, just as He said He would.
Instructions: Cross out all the words that may be considered a sin or something that would be
wrong in God’s eyes.
As Jesus died on the cross between two criminals, He asked His Father to do something very
special for all of us. Write down the remaining words, in order, on the lines below to find out
what Jesus said. Luke 23:34a
Children’s Worship 2016 Theme
West Campus
Children’s
Worship
Building the Next Generation of Believers
Theme 2016
Bible Basics: Stories for Our Children’s Knowledge
and Spiritual Growth, Part 3
Each Sunday, children who participate in Children’s Worship learn Old Testament and New Testament
Bible stories and an age-appropriate application
Bible Stories we will discuss this year include:
Noah, the Children, the Ark, the Flood,
and the Rainbow
Isaac and Ishmael
Joseph
Moses
Samuel
David and Goliath
Deborah and Barak Deliver from
Canaanites
Jesus and John the Baptist
The Baby Jesus
Mary Anoints Jesus
The Boy Jesus Preaches in the Temple
The Ruler’s Daughter
The Boy with the Two Fish and Five
Loaves of Bread
The Widow’s Son
Our goal is to help our children, ages 5 to 11, grow in basic knowledge and understanding of our faith
through a child-friendly worship service. We meet during regular worship hours in the Children’s Worship
sanctuary in the Administrative building on the West Campus as follows:
8:15 a.m.: 2nd and 4th Sundays
11 a.m.: 1st, 2nd, 4th and 5th Sundays
On 4th Sundays, Children’s Worship meets in the Health and Wellness Center for Fitness Days.
We encourage all children who are 5 to 11-years-old to attend. New volunteers are also encouraged to join
the Children’s Worship family. For information, contact Kenneth Campbell at
[email protected] or (803) 413-8949, or visit us.
The Brookland Northeast Campus Youth Program is designed to encourage
children to have a relationship with Christ and to promote an understanding of worship.
The program will give children a safe place to have fun and to develop meaningful
relationships at various age-appropriate levels. Both programs are located
in Hope Academy directly across the street from the Northeast Campus.
Northeast
Campus
Youth
Program
Children’s Church provides a worship experience for children ages 5 to 11 on the 1 st, 2nd, and 5th Sunday
whose parent(s) or guardian(s) is/are attending worship service.
The Nursery is open every Sunday and is open to children under the age of 5 whose
parent(s) or guardian(s) is/are attending worship service.
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“Then were there brought unto him little children that he should put his hands on
them, and pray: and the disciples rebuked them. But Jesus said, Suffer little children,
and forbid them not, to come unto me: for of such is the kingdom of heaven. And he
laid his hands on them, and departed thence.”
Matthew 19:13-15 KJV
Malik Wilson shares his recent mission trip to Belize. He is the son of Curtis and Andrena Wilson.
I
n December 2015, I had the honor and privilege of traveling to Belize, South America,
for a mission trip with Limestone College’s Christian Education & Leadership Program.
As a junior at Limestone College, I was fortunate enough to participate in a trip that was
truly a blessing and a life changing experience. I was able to see first hand how good we have
it in America and I could see how selfish and ungrateful we are. We get anxious and even
angry when we don’t purchase the latest electronic gadget that’s out or the hottest clothes. In
Belize, the residents aren’t concerned about any of those things. I have never seen a harder
working group of people in my life that barely have anything. But through it all, they keep
their faith in the Lord and He is all they seek to live a happy life. Americans are greedy and I
didn’t realize it until I got there.
Wilson
Just to sum up some of the things we did, we tutored young children in the community,
helped lead a teenage worship service, helped rebuild houses and refurbished homes with new floors and built an
indoor bathroom in one home. I was asked personally to help teach Sunday School along with one of my other
team members.
Kids Konnect 4 Jesus is the ministry that led the trip. The ministry is all about making disciples and growing
meaningful, Christ-based relationships between US and Canadian Churches and Belizean villages. When I talked
with some of the kids, I was sad hearing some of the stories they told me. A couple of them told me that their
parents didn’t support what they were doing, so they were put out of their homes. All they wanted to do was get
closer to God and they were homeless as young as 15. A blessing for these youth, who would have been homeless,
was being able to find a new home through Kids Konnect 4 Jesus. Also talking with them, it is amazing how a
group of people from another part of the world can have the same issues as I did, but still never take their minds
off the main goal of having a closer relationship with God. I honestly didn’t want to come back. I really want to go
back and not because of the great scenery and the fun times that we had, but just to see the smiles on their faces
again.
This mission trip was the greatest experience of my life. This trip really has me thinking about traveling and
doing mission work after I graduate from college. I have already signed up to participate in another mission trip to
Belize this May. Now, I am
fundraising to cover the $1,000
cost to participate.
Malik Wilson, wearing the hat, is
pictured in the two pictures to the
right on his mission trip to Belize in
December 2015.
Rev. Marilyn Bassfield is the Director of the Intercessory Prayer Ministry.
Sometimes life presents us with difficult challenges that cause us to “worry.” We can
become anxious about a recent medical diagnosis or an upcoming surgery; experience fear or
uncertainty about business or household finances or saving for retirement or college; or stress
over the challenges you are facing in life or your relationship and wondering when the victory
will come.
I want to remind and encourage you not to worry. Anxiety, stress, fear and worry are not
designed to conquer the believer. The secret of overcoming anxiety is to rejoice constantly in
the Lord and to pray to God. Philippians 4:6 tells us, “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by
prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your request to God.” The Message Bible translates it like this:
“Don’t fret or worry. Instead of worrying, pray. Let petitions and praises shape your worries into prayers, letting
God know your concerns.” Even if I didn’t continue to share on how God is in control of your situation, those
verses alone should shed light on your dark place or encourage you to continue a little while longer because victory
is on the way.
The first part of the scripture paraphrased says, “Don’t worry about
anything.” Now, that sounds simple to do. Just don’t let anything allow
you to lose your joy or take your focus off the goodness of Jesus. That is
great advice and easy to follow until something major strikes your life or
shakes you at the center of what you care about most. When Paul was
writing this verse in a letter to the Philippians, he shared God’s advice on
how to deal with everyday concerns. But for many of us when troubles
come, the first thing we do is to worry and then we find ourselves thinking
about the problem non-stop. You may wonder how can God tell you not
to worry about anything when what you really care about most is falling
apart around you?
Well, the verse doesn’t stop there. God goes on to say, “Instead, Pray about everything.” Prayer is the antidote
God gives the believer for the cure of worry. The big question is, have you tried it? I suggest every time that worry
pops in your mind, immediately turn it into prayer for God’s help. Our human tendency is to think that our worry
is either too small to bother God about or too big for us to expect Him to fix.
I love the way 1 Peter 5:7 paraphrased says it, that we can “cast every care, (not one, but every single one) unto
God for He cares for us.” That’s why He tells us to pray about everything… yes, every worry that comes to mind.
The biggest problem for most of us when it comes to answered prayers is giving up too soon. We think that
once we have prayed about a problem that should take care of it. Rightly so, if we give it to God and allow Him to
handle it; however, many of us cast it only for a short time and take it right back. Part of being a believer in the
power of prayer is learning how to cast our cares upon God, give Him our problems and concerns and let Him
carry the load and send the deliverance.
We must remember and know that our Heavenly Father loves us and is taking care of our business, if we faint
not, if we don’t give up. When we allow Him to be in control, regardless of the worry, issues and challenges that
arise, we go to God in prayer and stand firm in knowing that he will handle them all in His time. And until the trial
ends, He will give us supernatural peace throughout our lives so we will know that “God is in control!”
Dr. Eric Schlueter, Dr. Tisha Boston, Dr. Reginald Parker and Donna Thomas, RN, ACNP-BC, recommend members
take precautions before Sunday services to have a blessed worship experience.
Sunday Morning Health
Over the years, the Brookland members, who are also physicians and nurses, have sprung into action to attend
to worshippers who have become ill during worship service. After great reflection on the circumstances
surrounding these events, we are compelled to share the following tips to help everyone enjoy the worship
experience.
If you have a chronic health condition like high blood
pressure and diabetes, take your Sunday health seriously.
Whenever someone becomes ill, we hear a similar story of
rushing out of the house to get to church, not drinking any
water, not having any nourishment and forgoing usual
morning medications. If this is your Sunday story, chances
are there may be a Sunday morning ambulance trip,
emergency room visit and fully preventable healthcare bill in
your future.
For many of our retired members, the weekly routine may
include waking at a later hour than on Sunday mornings. This
allows for a quiet and relaxing start to the day to include
appropriate nourishment and medication dosing. Sunday is
the odd day of the week. We wake up earlier than usual and
rush through the morning routine with the plan of eating and
relaxing after church.
Sunday Morning Health
Food Choices
Oatmeal with cut up fresh fruit
Carnation Breakfast essentials
Greek Yogurt with granola and fruit
Scrambled Egg & Toast
Celery topped with peanut butter
Toast topped with peanut butter
Fresh fruit
Always end the meal with water
If this message speaks to you, we encourage you to take
charge of your Sunday Health. Develop a Sunday morning
routine that will allow drinking water, eating food that is wholesome and nourishing, taking morning medications
and allowing enough time to leave the house. Speak with your spouse, children or health care provider and develop
a strategy that will work for you. Your body will thank you immensely.
We recommend members who are diabetic should keep glucose tablets and/or portable nourishment on hand
if your blood sugar goes low. For diabetes and high blood pressure, we encourage bringing a small bottle of water
to assist in hydration. Please remember these items are not always available at the church.
Prepare for the church going environment and experience. Sometimes the sanctuary can be cold and other
times it can become quite warm so layer your clothing. Layering allows you to remove clothing if you become hot
and add jackets, wraps and blankets if you become cold.
If you suffer from a chronic illness, keep a list of your medications and your medical providers’ information
with you. If you have a medical alert bracelet, wear it. That bracelet contains valuable information for medical
professionals.
We want all worshippers to receive their blessings and partake in the full worship experience, but we need
your help. We ask that you practice good Sunday Health by adjusting your schedules to allow time for
nourishment, hydration and medication dosing before arriving for worship on Sunday morning.
Rosalyn L. Glenn is a financial advisor with Prudential, offering securities products and services as
a registered representative of Pruco Securities, LLC. Her motivation is found in the transformation
of the lives of people as they come to know their life purpose and live up to their fullest potential.
Congratulations to the Brookland Women Making History and a hearty salute to
all women as we celebrate Women’s History Month!
Being the proud woman that I am, I am excited to reflect on the many
contributions that we have made towards the betterment of the world we live in.
Our impact is beyond question and can be seen throughout our society in our
churches, our homes, our work places and beyond. Our love, leadership, strength
and courage are paramount to the continued advancements necessary to ensure the
world’s existence. Also essential, and maybe even more so, is the financial well-being
of all women.
And that Sisters, is why I will take this opportunity to say to you what my four-year-old niece said to me as she
was trying to get me to cooperate with one of her requests…“Get yo’sef together!” We spend less time in the
workforce due to maternity leave and caring for children and aging parents while sometimes foregoing the option
of a career to be a caregiver. These demands on the most productive years of our lives as well as salaries mean we
have fewer opportunities to contribute to employer-sponsored pensions and retirement savings. And, despite some
progress, we generally still earn less then men in comparable positions. Add to that the fact that we live longer than
men, and we have the perfect recipe for a problematic financial future if we don’t get ourselves together.
Sisters, we have to shift our attitude about money starting now. We have to make saving for our future a
priority, develop a plan with defined goals and exercise the discipline necessary to follow the plan to accomplish
the goals.
Roughly 81 percent of U.S. households are managed by women. That means that we have the opportunity and
the responsibility to set the financial standard for our families. We have to refocus our priorities from having stuff
and become vigilant about our financial matters to building wealth, not only for our personal well -being but for
our families.
No longer can we walk around with purses that we spent $300 to purchase when we do not have an emergency
savings fund with at least $300 stashed somewhere. We can’t continue to be emotional or impulse spenders to the
detriment of our financial stability. We must make a conscious decision to break the spending habit, remove the
spending temptations and change our mindsets to focus on saving and good financial wellbeing. Not only does the
continued success of the world hinge on our attitude adjustment, but our individual future depends on this shift in
our mindset as well. How do we make the shift? We start with a resolve to be better. We have to be better
spiritually, physically, mentally, emotionally and financially. We have to understand the value we bring to every
aspect of our being and we have to think better of ourselves.
Proverbs describes a successful woman as one who knows her worth; one who is trustworthy, aware of her
own needs and the needs of others; one whose talk is consistent with her walk and one who doesn’t put on airs
but simply lives her truth.
As I’m writing this, I’m sensing the scoffers who will ask what does this have to do with money and financial
stability. My response is EVERYTHING. How you spend your money reveals what you value, what’s important to
you and if you don’t have a right perspective about you and being a better you, it will be most difficult to get a
right perspective about money and how you manage it. Trust me, you will sabotage your own plan if you don’t
have a clear resolution regarding being a better woman.
The Lord decided it is was not good that the man should be alone, so He made man a suitable helper. We were
made to assist in the maintenance of God’s Kingdom, to build it on Earth as it is in Heaven. We were given
distinctive characteristics that only a woman can possess for the express purposes of God. As we celebrate
Women’s History Month, let’s embrace our uniqueness, understand our value, recognize our significance and
position ourselves to live the promised abundant life. A positive net worth is a great start to demonstrating our self
-worth. Educate yourself about money and financial strategies that will ensure you attain that. Girl, Get Yo’sef
Together and enjoy the benefits of your obedience. It’s an awesome experience! Happy Women’s History Month!
Dea. Durham Carter is the January profile in the 2016 South Carolina African American
History Calendar.
Carter is recognized for his work as a teacher, guidance counselor, rehabilitation counselor
and community leader. Carter is the founder of the Waverly/Valley Park Neighborhood
Association in downtown Columbia. He has worked at polls on election days for more than
30 years.
His community involvement includes serving as Chair of the Board of Directors for the
Greater Columbia Community Relations Council, President of the South Carolina
Employees Association and he is a member of the NAACP. He has chaired the Columbia’s Martin Luther
King Jr. Foundation for more than 20 years. Under his leadership, the City of Columbia renamed Valley Park
in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. and installed the “Stone of Hope” at the park.
Carter
In 1994, the City of Columbia made a proclamation for “Durham E. Carter Day.” Gov. Carroll Campbell
honored him with the Order of the Palmetto. The City of Columbia has named the multipurpose room at
Martin Luther King Jr. Park in honor of Carter.
Dea. Durham Carter has been the husband of Deaconess Mable Carter for more than 55 years. He is a proud
father and grandfather.
Brookland’s own Tyler McAllister has been selected for the Sisters of Charity Foundation’s
President’s Fellow Program. McAllister is a sophomore majoring in business management at
Benedict College. He is currently maintaining a 3.68 GPA and is expected to graduate in May
2018. In addition, he is a member of Benedict College’s football team and plays the tight end
position. McAllister also volunteers at Brookland Baptist Children’s Church Worship as an
assistant.
The Foundation’s President’s Fellow Program was created in 2015 and gives AfricanAmerican male students the opportunity to use real-life experience to enhance their college
career, and their future professional opportunities. Fellows are exposed to all aspects of
philanthropy including grant making, financial management, community building, public
policy and issue driven initiatives.
McAllister
The Sisters of Charity Foundation’s President’s Fellow Program provides a semester-long, hands-on experience
that prepares future leaders for success by exposing the Fellow to all aspects of philanthropy. To complete the
President’s Fellow Program, McAllister will spend eight hours a month with the Foundation and complete a final
project consisting of a paper and a presentation at the end of the semester. Upon completion, the Foundation will
grant $1000 either directly to the student or to Benedict College for the student’s expenses.
McAllister is the son of Tim and Tabatha McAllister.
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Christine Co leman
Curlie Felder
Theodore R. Foster IV
Crystal Fulmore
Khalid Quemar Heatley
Khalid Quemar Hutto
William A. Johnson
Lisa Marks
Jessica Mitchell
T. Nicole Montgomery
Reginald Myers
Sebrina Palmer
Fabrienne C. Payne
Whitney Percell
Mammie C. Price
Prudence Ware
Stokes
Nyiedra String
Chanda Tidwell
Terry Walker
Candra Watson
Whitney Weston
Carolyn Benson
Carolyn Burton
Jalen X. Geiger
Victoria Gunter
Stephanie Michelle
Johnson
William Norris
Luckey Jr.
Terry J. McDuffie
Tamiko Outten
Jamar Riley
Antonio J. Virella Jr.
Detris E. Williams
Zena Williams
Brandon Brown
Da'K waun Brown
India Brown
Danziel Chapman
Beatrice Dickerson
Tarvia Funderburk
Jessica Gill
Jessica T. Gill
Shirley Henry
Bathsheba Joe
Daisy Percell
William Randolph
Lawrence Rearden
Leroy Rumph
Clyde Shepard
Shelton Ezekiel Smith
Charlie Stephenson
John F. Thomas II
Marketa Wesley
Shenika Williamson
Brittany Wright
Lauren Zanders
Omagbitse
Bellamy
Roosevelt Bess
Unita Busby
Glenn C lea
Jewel Henderson
Curtis E. Hopkins III
Lisa Johnson
Cam Jones
Kasha Jones
Eddie Liv ingston
Cedric Luckey
Justin Mitchell
Courtney Montague
Angie L. Overton
Darryl Patterson
Quinton L Samuels
Lester Sheckelford
Alison Smalls
Rodrick Tucker
Shanta Washington
Marla Williams Watkins
Felicia J. White
Lakyn Williams
Lanny Williams Jr.
Melanie L. Byrd
Barbara Cone
Janee Council
Floyd Davis
Robert Davis
Chaini C. Demas
Alex is Henderson
Juanita Mims Horne
Darrell Alonzo Hutto
Latisha D. Lowery-Sims
Jennifer Wilson
McClinton
Brittney McDaniel
Willie Minor
Gloria Moore
Gloria Newman
LaQuista Peterson
Marcus E. Reynolds
Veronia L. Ross
Shayla Monique Scott
Willie J. Simon II
Kimberly Simpson
Allon T. Small
Loria Thomas
Jada S. Washington
Erica White
Kenyetta Whiteside
Ernest L. Adams
Lisa Campbell
Sul Capleton-Black
Vanessa Coulter
Samuel Darko
Deirdre L. Duley
Kyle Edwards
NIcholas Gourdine
Cynthia Greene-Cash
Noah Guyton
Sonja Halloway
Tennille Harding
Kenneth Hefney
Sonja Holloway
Calvin Lyles
Tyler McAllister
Monica McClain-King
Leslie McClary
Lakesha West- Missouri
Willie Mae Nelson
Kesean Palmer
Netanya Denise Smith
Beatrice Stephens
Shirley A.H. Watkins
Cathy C. Williams
Shureka Blackmon
Brittney Domaneck
Quinton Ford
Patricia Boswell-Glasgow
Natosha Wilson Glenn
Tawanya Gude
Brendan O. Jackson
Hope McKenzie Jackson
Waddell Jasper
Charles Bruce Johnson
Kenneth Jones Sr.
Sabrina Laroy
Sandra Murray
Jerrell R. Pinckney
Priscilla Robertson
Jessica Scott
Charles D. Stephens
Carrie Sulton
Ronald A. Thompson
Pamela Whitmore
David Woodard
Dysha Woodward
Quentin Woodward Jr.
All birthdays and
anniversaries listed on the
previous pages are generated
through the church
membership database. If you
find any errors, please
contact the Church Office at
the West Campus at (803) 796
-7525 or the Northeast
Campus at (803) 753-0610.
Your Deacon and the Pastoral Staff
are concerned and care about every
member in our Church "Family."
When there is a sickness, surgery or
death in your family, PLEASE
contact your Deacon and the
Pastoral Office (Angela Taylor)
at (803) 744-7908. This will help us
to serve you in the Spirit of Love
upon which God has favored the
Brookland Baptist Church.
Holy Week Services will be observed Sunday, March 20,
through Thursday, March 24.
Rev. Michael McCoy, Minister of Evangelism at New
Laurel Street Missionary Baptist Church, will serve as
the preacher on Sunday, March 20, on the West
Campus. Baptism will start at 6 p.m. All candidates for
baptism are asked to be ready for the Holy Waters
at 5:30 p.m.
Bassfield
McCoy
Watson
Monday, March 21 - Thursday, March 24, services will be held 7 p.m. at the Northeast Campus.
On Monday Rev. Marilyn Bassfield will bring the message. The Jubilee Choir and the Northeast Choir will
sing.
The guest preacher for Tuesday - Thursday nights will be Rev. Dr. Lewis Watson, Pastor of First Baptist
Church, Salisbury, Maryland. The Sonrise Chorale will sing on Tuesday. The Male Chorus and the First
Sunday Ensemble will sing on Wednesday night. On Thursday night, we will observe The Lord's Supper and
the Sanctuary Choir will sing.
Adults $14.99
Senior $12.99
Teens $9.99
Children 5 & up $6.99
at the Brookland Banquet and
Conference Center
Sunday, March 27, 2016
10 a.m.—3 p.m.
Carving Station featuring Lamb
Shoulder and Smoked Turkey
Buffet featuring Shrimp Creole,
Pot Roast Stew, Baked Salmon
Dessert Bar featuring Cherries
Jubilee
1066 Sunset Boulevard, West Columbia, SC  For reservations call (803) 744-7956