Mt Sinai Missionary Baptist Church

NEWS & NOTES
JJUULLYY BBIIRRTTHHDDAAYYSS
Welcome to Mt. Sinai!
Aja R. Harris ~ 7/1
Emma M. Benifield ~ 7/3
Patricia Brent-Sanco ~ 7/3
Charlene Charthern ~ 7/5
Erma E. Collins ~ 7/5
Sandra A. Burkhardt ~ 7/6
Pasha Hampton ~ 7/6
Shawna N. Jones ~ 7/6
Robin Taylor ~ 7/6
Isaiah R. Assis ~ 7/8
Ivory L. Pitre ~ 7/8
Charles R. Charthern ~ 7/9
Ronald L. Dean ~ 7/9
Alonna A. Moore ~ 7/9
Burness R. Scott ~ 7/9
Donald E. Sanders ~ 7/10
Shauna E. Kimball ~ 7/11
Melain F. McIntosh ~ 7/11
Pauline Perkins ~ 7/11
Monica A. Williams ~ 7/11
Sharroky Hollie ~ 7/12
Jason T. Lewis ~ 7/12
Gabrielle Fulse ~ 7/13
Terry A. Boudoin ~ 7/14
Bobbie K. Givens ~ 7/14
Rose M. Bass ~ 7/16
R'rieon C. DeJean ~ 7/17
Francis Goss ~ 7/17
LaToya Moore ~ 7/17
Dolores Miguel ~ 7/18
Aryssa M. Durrell ~ 7/20
Joe Sheu ~ 7/20
O'Neil S. King ~ 7/22
Gerald Washington ~ 7/22
Henry M. Bonner III ~ 7/23
Alexis Jones ~ 7/23
Adia J. Norris ~ 7/23
Ella M. Miles ~ 7/24
Lillie M. Amos ~ 7/25
Domonique D. Brown ~ 7/25
Dwaine A. Hall ~ 7/25
Cheryl Carney ~ 7/26
Leslie M. Durett ~ 7/26
Jennifer N. Pinks ~ 7/27
Jaylynn K. Smith ~ 7/27
Raymond Tuggle II ~ 7/28
Barbara V. Brown ~ 7/30
Monique L. Bolding ~ 7/31
Garry Durrell ~ 7/31
The following new members will
receive the Right Hand of
Fellowship on the
1st Sunday in July:
Stop by the welcome table on the
3rd Sunday for a small gift or
voucher to use in the resource
center.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
Peggy A. Fuller
Reginald J. Y. Harris Sr.
Ruth Francois Jefferson
Jackie Jenkins
Sharron Robertson
Aniya P. Shabazz
Malachi Shabazz
Summer Strong
Rhonda Williams
Praise God for those who have
completed our requirements for
membership and officially become a
part of our church family. If you have
questions about salvation or church
membership, please see a pastor or
call the church office.
Interested in joining
Mt. Sinai?
There are four requirements for
becoming a member of
MSMBC:
1. A clear and credible
profession of faith in Jesus
Christ for salvation.
2. Submission to the Lord Jesus
through water baptism.
3. Completion of our New
Members’ Class.
4. Agreement with our Church
Covenant.
Upon completion of these
requirements and a follow-up
meeting with one of our pastors,
we extend the Right Hand of
Fellowship, which is our official
welcome of new members.
New Members’ Class
For anyone interested in
joining or reinstating membership...
Saturday, July 16
9:00am – 2:00pm
(Blue Room)
Please register on your connection
card or by contacting the church office.
2
MARK YOUR
CALENDAR
ACTS Caregivers Support
Group Meeting
Saturday, July 16 Ÿ @ 11am1pm
Pick up a flyer in the church lobby
Panel Discussion on Caregiving
from a Male Perspective
For more information pick up a
flyer in the church lobby
Youth Emphasis Sunday
Sunday, July 24
Praise Dance Concert
Sunday, July 24
Super Sunday & Back to
School Emphasis
Sunday, July 31
Special
Acknowledgements
To Pastor Hurtt and MSMBC
Family:
We have enjoyed being
members of MSMBC. We thank
GOD for the teaching, prayers
and friendships. Although we
are moving away, we will be
forever grateful to GOD that our
paths crossed. Till we see each
other again.
Love Momma Lula and Norberta
BOOK & HYMN OF THE MONTH
Flawed Families of The Bible
How God's Grace Works through Imperfect Relationships
Author: David E. Garland & Diana R. Garland
Paperback: 236 pages
Publisher: Brazos Press (March 1, 2007)
Copies of this book are available in the Resource Center while supplies last.
M
ost Christians believe that the Bible holds the answers to their questions about
daily living, and that reading the Scriptures will show them good examples to follow
for their own lives. Think for a moment and try to list a few examples of healthy families in
the Bible who are ideals worth emulating. Having trouble? The families of the Bible were
far from perfect, and not so different in that regard from our imperfect families today.
In Flawed Families of the Bible, a New Testament scholar (David) and a professor of social work (Diana) take a
real and close look at the actual families of the Bible. This honest book will inspire and encourage readers with its
focus on the overarching theme of hope and grace for families, showing that it is in the "imperfect places" that we
can catch a glimpse of grace.
“And you thought that your family was messed up! For all you abusers and abused, addicted, raped,
codependents, and control freaks, Good News. God loves to work with families like yours and mine. Here
are 'family values' God's way--a messy assortment of marriages and families that only God could love.
And God does.” – William H. Willimon, coauthor of Resident Aliens: Life in the Christian Colony
Commentary source: amazon.com
The book reviews are the personal opinions of individual writers and do not necessarily reflect the views of MSMBC’s pastoral leadership.
History of the Hymns
“Jesus Loves Me” by Susan Warner, Anna Bartlett Warner, & William Bradbury
T
he very first Christian song most children learn is
“Jesus Loves Me.” If there were a best-seller hit
list among the preschoolers, this very simple but
precious song would have to be at the top of the
charts. Yet few people know that “Jesus Loves Me”
began life not as a song but as a part of one of 1860’s
best-selling novels.
cadets. When they were on military duty, the cadets
would sing “Jesus Loves Me.” The popularity of the
song was so great that upon Anna’s death, she was
buried in the West Point Cemetery
In 1862, William Batchelder Bradbury found the
poem “Jesus Loves Me”, wrote music, and added the
chorus: “Yes, Jesus loves me, Yes, Jesus Loves me
..." William was born in 1816 in York, Maine where his
father was the leader of a church choir. He moved with
his parents to Boston and met Lowell Mason, and by
1834 was known as an organist. In 1840, he began
teaching in Brooklyn, New York. In 1847, he went to
Germany, where he studied harmony, composition,
and vocal and instrumental music with the best
masters.
“Jesus Loves Me” was written by Susan Warner; the
lyrics first appeared as a poem in an 1860 novel called
Say and Seal. The words were spoken as a
comforting poem to a dying child. Henry Warner, the
father of Susan and her sister Anna Bartlett, was a
wealthy New York City lawyer. However, he lost all of
his fortune in the 1837 depression and the family was
forced to move to their summer home on Constitution
Island in the Hudson River. It was there that Susan
and Anna began writing to earn money. Both sisters
became devout Christians in the late 1830’s.
After publication as a song, “Jesus Loves Me” became
one of the most popular hymns in churches around the
world, especially among children.
Anna Bartlett Warner later set Susan’s poem to music
and the sisters held Bible studies for the West Point
Prepared by: Jonathan Jenkins
References: Wikipedia, Inspirational Archive
3
MINISTRY TEAM NEWS
th
Mt. Sinai Church
6 Annual "Time to Dance" Praise Dance Concert
Date: July 24, 2016 \ Time: 5:00pm
Location: Mt. Sinai Baptist Church
Raffle Prizes
Cost of the raffle ticket: $ 3.00 each
(Winner does not need to be present).
st
1 Place: $ 50.00 Gas Card
2 Place $ 50.00 Visa Card
3rd Place Movie Gift Basket
Proceeds will go towards our youth trip to the WBSC
Congress of Christian Education in December
nd
Northridge Skateland
Presented by Mt Sinai Youth Division
ALL ARE WELCOME
Location: 18140 Parthenia Street, Northridge, CA 91325
When: July 10, 2016 / Time: 7:00 pm-10:00 pm
Admission: $10 / Skate Rental: $6
Family Rate: $25 for up to 3 skaters with 1 parent present.
Extra skaters: $9 each; maximum of 3 extra.
Non-Skater Fee: $2
For more information or transportation,
call the church office
Don’t miss it!
Friday, July 29
Marina del Rey Marriott
Important Deadlines:
Gala Tickets - Due: July 20
Adults $100 | Youth $60
Can't attend? Sponsor a youth or senior
adult.
“Back 2 School Rally”
Sunday, July 31
Backpacks will be given out along with various other
activities during the Discipleship Hour.
Mark Your Calendars to
WALK with ACTS
5K WALK4ALZ 2016
Saturday, October 22, 2016
More Information
Coming Soon
4
Souvenir Journal Ad – Due: July 15
Please place an ad in our souvenir
program. Ads are low as $10.
Silent Auction – Due: July 20
Support our fundraising efforts. We need
your business goods & services to be
included in our silent auction. If you
donated last year, you helped to make the
silent auction a great success. Please
consider giving again! And receive a free
business card ad in our souvenir journal!
SUMMER@SINAI
Grief Workshop Highlights
By Eva A. Merritt-Outlaw
On each Saturday in the month of June, a grief workshop was held in the church fellowship hall
facilitated by Dr. Gloria Morrow, one of the nation's leading clinical psychologists.
Grief is defined as a journey of working through a loss. Some of the signs that show a person is in the
grieving process are anger at God, guilt, isolation, crying, and irritability. Grief that lasts indefinitely is
unhealthy and requires professional help.
African Americans are least likely to seek professional help because we think that would indicate that
“you are crazy”. As Christians we think, “our faith is not strong enough”, our loved one “is in a better
place” or “you should just be able to get over it”. An effective tool for processing grief is reading God’s
word, praying and believing in God’s promise to always be with us in our time of distress.
We discussed healthy ways to honor our loved one’s memory such as establishing a scholarship in their
name, starting a monthly family newsletter with memories or quotes from the loved one, or providing
assistance to people who are going through a difficult time in their grieving process.
This workshop taught us to be more mindful of the people around us who are showing signs of grief and
become a support for them. Grief is not always the result of a physical death. It could be the death of a
relationship or the loss of a job. We were all blessed by participating in this workshop.
C l a s s o f 2 0 1 6
Calling all Mt. Sinai Graduates & Achievers!
We will acknowledge all 2016 MSMBC graduates and students who have received special
recognition in academics, sports, community service, leadership, performing arts, and fine
arts in our August Monthly Informer and in a special video, Sunday, August 7.
All Mt. Sinai parents and/or students are encouraged to pick up the Graduate & Achiever
information form on the welcome table in the church lobby or from the church office.
Please complete and submit the form along with a picture (preferably school photo or
“cap & gown” photo) to the church office by Sunday, July 24, 2016 (no exceptions). If you
have any questions, call the church office at (323) 291-1121.
5
MINISTRY TEAM OF THE MONTH
Sinai loves and nourishes its children because its children are its future. To help its children
M t.grow
in the way they should, Mt. Sinai has a children’s ministry – Kingdom Kids. The mission of
Kingdom Kids is to promote the development of biblically literate and spiritually committed children
through:
a. Biblical instruction (2Timothy 3:16-17)
b. Partnership with parents (Deuteronomy 6:6-9)
c. Activities that reinforce Biblical principles (1 Corinthians 9:19-22)
The ministry’s responsibility is to nurture the faith of the children God entrusted to them. Their duties are
centered on prayer, preparation, and teaching God’s word through singing, games, and arts and crafts
while providing a safe, loving and nurturing environment that reinforces biblical principles at all times.
Established between 2011 and 2012, Kingdom Kids has 17 active members. All of the members are
leaders who facilitate in different areas: Pre-School teachers - Tracy Goss & Rhonda Mayo; Primary I
teachers - Venus Bernardo, Nate Jackson, Dawn Strozier, and RaeSaundra Lightner; Primary II
teachers - Tasha Turner, Kisha LaRue, and Julie Hatter. Bonita Anderson fills in as needed plus serves
delicious snacks at all events. Monique Brown and Bonita Anderson serve as overseers of the Junior
Doorkeepers. Kim Thomas provides administrative support, Jacqueline Smart is the record keeper,
Erika Williams heads up the VBS activities, and Vickie Wright and her team are in charge of all the
amazing Arts & Crafts activities that always reflect a biblical theme.
To serve in the Kingdom Kids ministry, potential volunteers must be active/official members of Mt. Sinai
Church and must complete a background check provided by the church office. Once cleared, the new
team members can attend the ministry’s quarterly meetings.
The Kingdom Kids serve several times a year. Their activities include Holy Week festivities, Christmas
singing, Vacation Bible School, Back to School Rally, Fall Festival, and Sunday FUNday activities where
the children enjoy various activities such as game trucks, fun treats, bouncers, face painting, arts &
crafts, and much more!
Bonita Anderson summed up her experience with Kingdom Kids in this way: “It brings me so much joy
being a part of the children’s ministry. To see them grow not only physically but spiritually has been a
true blessing.” You too can experience this blessing because they need more volunteers. Kim Thomas
said, “You will be blessed watching these children learn about Jesus’ love and you know how fast they
grow; it is amazing to see how they express their love for Jesus in so many ways.”
Written by Sandra Banks
6
MINISTRY TEAM OF THE MONTH
PRAISE DANCE MINISTRY
By Judy Glasco
T
he Praise Dance Ministry is a part of the Youth Division of Mt. Sinai. It is headed by team leaders
are Rochelle Molson, Racquel Carter, and EJ Lindsay. Through movement and music, the Praise
in Motion dancers and Silent Worship mime team learn to express worship to God in creative ways.
Participants need to be official members of Mt. Sinai, part of the Sunday School, and regular attendees
for worship services with their parents/guardians who are members. The biblical directive of the
ministry comes from Ecclesiastes 3 on "A Time for Everything". Verse four says, “A time to weep and a
time to laugh, a time to mourn and a time to dance.
To be a part of the ministry the youth should conduct themselves as Christians by setting a good
example for others to follow, watching how they act in church, and most of all, to always be on their best
behavior because God & others will be watching them. Praise In Motion dancers are arranged as
follows: Group #1 & #2 for ages 5-12 and Group #3 for ages 13-23. Our Silent Worship mime group is
for ages 5-23. They meet weekly on Friday evenings.
The Praise Dance Ministry would love to invite you to the...
th
6 Annual "A Time to Dance" Praise Dance Concert
Sunday, July 24, 2016 at 5:00pm
Location: Mt. Sinai Church. All are welcome! Come out and support!
Other subdivisions of the Youth Ministry include a musical ensemble, the P.S.A.L.M. team which supports the
academic development of our youth, the SiS Mentoring program for girls, Boyz to Men mentoring for boys, and
the Horizon Newsletter team. We’ll bring you highlights on these groups in the coming months.
7
SUMMER FEATURE
Travel Safety Tips
By Jevaillier Jefferson
S
ummer is one of the biggest times of the year for travel. Between graduations, weddings, family reunions
and professional conferences, everyone is going somewhere at least once during this season.
Here are 10 tips to help keep you safe when leaving your city by plane, train or automobile to celebrate, reunite
and learn with others.
1. Pack your luggage lightly. This is important for two reasons. (1) Airlines charge
excess weight fees, sometimes upwards of $100, for baggage over 50 pounds,
(http://www.farecompare.com/about/worldwide-baggage-fee-chart). Trains
impose excess weight fees for baggage over 50 pounds,
(https://www.amtrak.com/baggage-policy). You don't want to waste money that
may be needed for an unexpected (or budgeted) expense later on in your trip.
(2) Heavy baggage may hurt an airplane's ability to fly safely.
2. Arrive at an airport at least 2 hours prior to your flight's departure time. Early
arrival helps ensure a smooth check-in process. It also helps you prepare for
unexpected departure time and gate changes.
While running is good for your health, it's not safe to arrive at an airport 10 minutes before your flight is due
to depart, only to discover a flight change that forces you to run to the other side of the airport. Flights
usually cannot leave until everyone is accounted for; therefore, you should consider the safety of everyone
on board and make sure you're where you're supposed to be before you're supposed to be there.
3. Follow the flight crew's directions regarding seat belts, smoking restrictions,
electronic devices and appropriate times to leave your seat. Disregarding
directions provided by the flight crew may frighten other passengers, delay the
flight and result in your arrest. If you are arrested, how can you celebrate your
favorite aunt's birthday with the rest of your family?
4. When traveling by train, be sure to take a walk every hour. When the train is at
a station for a long time, leave the train and take a walk in the vicinity of the
train. Walking reduces life-threatening fluid buildup and blood clots in the legs.
5. Do not smoke on the train, (https://www.amtrak.com/smoking-policy). Doing so will get you removed from
the train at its next station stop.
8
SUMMER FEATURE
Travel Safety Tips Continued
6. If you are driving, make sure you keep your passengers safe. Keep your eyes on
the road at all times. Do not text. Do not take or make phone calls. Do not
consume alcohol. Consume water. When you are tired, ask someone else to drive.
7. Make sure your car's tires have enough air. Check the tread on your tires (and for nails in your tires) to
make sure you won't have any blowouts or flats. Make sure you have a spare tire in your trunk to get to a
store to purchase a replacement. Have a first-aid kit and small toolkit, including a flashlight and a fullycharged cell phone, with you. (https://blog.allstate.com/super-vehicle-emergency-car-kit)
8. Keep your AAA card with you, even when you are not driving. In addition to
roadside assistance, AAA membership offers discounts at various places
associated with travel, i.e., hotels, restaurants, clothing stores,
(http://memberdiscounts.calif.aaa.com). If you don't have AAA, make sure you
are fully acquainted with the terms and conditions of your car maker's roadside
assistance program.
9. When traveling alone, limit the information you share about your travel plans,
including destination city, your hotel's name and departure from your city with
people you do not know. Avoid walking alone at night. If you have to travel alone, be aware of your
surroundings, including avoiding poorly-lit areas.
10. If you are traveling with children or those with diabetes, make sure
you have healthy snacks and medications handy,
(http://www.cdc.gov/features/diabetesandtravel/index.html). Low
blood sugar in diabetics may result in hospitalizations. Be sure to
keep you and your family's medical insurance cards handy,
especially if your travel destination is part of your insurer's service
area.
Safe travels to everyone embarking on an adventure this season!
9
A SPECIAL REPORT ON MARIJUANA
“It’s Lit!”
The Truth about Teens and Marijuana Use
By Jevaillier Jefferson
S
ummer is in full swing, and lots of teens take advantage of the free time the season offers. If they are
not in summer school or working for a portion of their days, they may spend hours with friends. Since
popular culture is all about what’s “lit” these days, teens may be discussing the prospect of using marijuana
with their friends. Or, they may use marijuana already.
If you are the parent of teens, a teen considering using marijuana or a teen trying to stop one of your peers
from using marijuana, take a look at the commonly-held beliefs about marijuana usage that are mentioned
below. When your children or peers challenge you with these beliefs, do not be afraid to share the facts
provided.
1. Belief: “Marijuana is medicine.”
Fact: Marijuana does not possess any ways to heal a
person, especially if that person has no clear medical
problems.
2. Belief: “Everyone smokes it!”
Fact: According to Monitoring the Future, a 2015 study
funded by The National Institute on Drug Abuse, (NIDA),
and presented by researchers at the University of
Michigan, everyone doesn’t smoke. An estimated 1.10
percent of 8th graders, 3 percent of 10th graders and 6
percent of 12th graders smoked daily.
To learn more about Monitoring the Future’s findings,
including stats on teens’ past month, past year and lifetime marijuana use, visit the, “How Many
Teens Use Marijuana?” section of https://teens.drugabuse.gov/drug-facts/marijuana.
3. Belief: “Marijuana is a good way to relax.”
Fact: Marijuana makes people paranoid and lazy. It also makes them lose interest in things they
once found exciting, like skateboarding, shopping or going to the movies with friends.
4. Belief: “Smoking marijuana is healthier than smoking cigarettes.”
Fact: Studies suggest that many of the same health issues that cigarettes produce, including the
development of breathing problems and non-stop coughing, are present in marijuana users.
However, there are conflicting studies about marijuana use leading to cancer.
5. Belief: “It’s safe to drive while high.”
Fact: Driving while -- or after -- using drugs is unsafe. Marijuana instantly hurts a person’s ability
to make good decisions. It affects a person’s memory, focus, and coordination. A person may
hurt himself and others while driving high.
A person may forget that there are speed limits on the road, and that a red light means, “Stop.” He
may not be able to brake in enough time to avoid hitting a pedestrian crossing the street and a
nearby car. On impact, he may end up being thrown from his vehicle.
An argument with a passenger over a small thing may shift a driver’s focus from the road to his
passenger, and he may not notice that the car in front of his has stopped suddenly.
10
A SPECIAL REPORT ON MARIJUANA
Teens and Marijuana Use Continued
6. Belief: “Marijuana is basically harmless.”
Fact: Marijuana usage can have a negative impact on a person’s life. Using, selling and possessing
marijuana or other drugs can get you arrested and jailed, robbing you of the life you want for yourself.
Since the chemicals contained in marijuana literally fry your brain cells, marijuana use can also lower
your IQ.
7. Belief: “You can’t get addicted to marijuana.”
Fact: Since teens’ brains are still developing, they are at a higher risk of physical and mental
dependencies on drugs. People who are dependent on drugs may struggle to stop using. If they are
able to stop for a period of time, they may experience withdrawal symptoms, including sleeplessness,
extreme irritability, fear, and a non-stop craving for the drug. This craving is commonly known as,
“fiending.”
As teens, there is a big amount of pressure to be cool and to be liked. If teens are looking for good ways to be
“lit,” studying with friends, attending dances, and going to the beach are examples of the best “lituations” ever.
Marijuana is not necessary.
Additional Sources:
Very Well Article, Jan. 14, 2015: 7 Myths About Marijuana Every Parent Needs to Clarify With Their Kids
https://www.verywell.com/myths-about-marijuana-that-teens-believe-2611206
University of Michigan Press Release, Dec. 16, 2015:
Use of ecstasy, heroin, synthetic marijuana, alcohol, cigarettes declined among US teens in 2015
http://www.monitoringthefuture.org/pressreleases/15drugpr_complete.pdf
American Academy of Adolescent & Child Psychiatry Facts for Families Guide: Marijuana and Teens
http://www.aacap.org/AACAP/Families_and_Youth/Facts_for_Families/FFF-Guide/Marijuana-and-Teens-106.aspx
11
CHRISTIAN EDUCATION, ASSIMILATION, & HOUSEKEEPING
Bible Study & Devotional Tips
The Right Bible
For the next few months, we will be focusing on how Christians should
read and study their Bible. This month, we will look at choosing the right
bible. Reading and studying God's word is important in enhancing our
spiritual growth. Choosing the right Bible can be very challenging. For
one, there are so many different types on the market that include
various versions, translations, and hundreds of various study Bibles.
Here are some tips you should consider in choosing a Bible that’s right
for you:
1. Take time to compare Bible translations. A good source is Sam
O'Neal on the internet.
2. It’s also very helpful to have a Bible in the same translation that
your pastor/church uses to teach and preach. You'll find it easier
to follow along during services. At Mt. Sinai, we use the English
Standard Version.
3. The Bible.com is also a good source. With this application you
can choose which translation you like best while reading and
comparing various scriptures. It's a really good application on
cell phones, iPads, and other tablets.
Lastly, it’s important to consider how, where, and for what purpose you
will use your Bible – for church and your personal bible study time. We
hope you will consider these tips for this month.
C on necti on C ard
þ
Summer@Sinai Challenge!
This summer, make a
commitment to attendance,
giving, serving, inviting, and
prayer. Mark your connection
card and stay connected!!
“...To comfort one another in
sickness and distress”
Minister with compassion
to each other.
Lost & Found Bibles
If you’ve left a Bible at church,
please check with the resource
center or the church office to
see if it was found. Also, be
sure your name is written inside
your Bible; this will assist us in
returning found Bibles
to the correct owner.
Discipleship Hour
Summer Quarter Theme: Family
July 10 Ÿ July 17 Ÿ July 24
Kingdom Kids groups will meet in the Fellowship Hall
Youth groups will meet at the Council House (3720 W 54th St.)
All adult groups will meet in the church
Month of August
No lessons/groups in August.
Breakfast will be available during the Discipleship Hour
in the Fellowship Hall all month.
All are asked to be timely in
their arrival to our services.
Those arriving late are asked to
find a seat quickly in order to
avoid being a distraction to the
worship service that is in
progress. Seats will be
reserved in the rear for those
who arrive during the sermon;
late comers are asked to take
one of those seats. Those
attempting to find a seat at the
front of the church after the
sermon has already begun will
be a distraction to other
worshippers.
Weekly 1-Hour
Prayer Meetings
Mon.-Fri.: 6:00 – 7:00am
Monday: 12:00 – 1:00pm
Saturday: 7:30 – 8:30am
12
MEMBER PROFILE & PURSUITS
Regina Mitchell
R
egina Mitchell, known to some as “Re Re” or
Gina, was born and raised in Los Angeles and is
the oldest of three. She has two brothers. When growing
up, the family visited a different restaurant weekly,
something Regina still enjoys. She has worked for Wells
Fargo for over 35 years.
Regina loves sending greeting cards as a way to
encourage others. In her free time, she enjoys going to
the movies, reading, and playing games on her iPad. Her
lifelong dream is to travel more within the United States,
“To see more of God’s world.” Few people know that
Regina enjoys watching and attending football games
and that she is her mother’s favorite daughter. Hey, isn’t
she the only daughter? Oh well, no need to quibble with small details.
A member of MSMBC for 14 years, Regina was initially drawn to the church when she heard Pastor H.B.
Charles Jr. speak at her former church during prayer bowls and liked what she heard. After visiting the
1800 S. Gramercy location, she found the Mt. Sinai members to be very friendly people, in particular—
church secretary, Scharmaine White. Regina is part of the Media and Hospitality Ministries.
Regina accepted the Lord at the age of 16 and recalls that at that time, her cousin Sue Childs spoke to
her about Christ. Regina has an awe-inspiring testimony as a two-time breast cancer survivor. “God
used the experiences to test my faith. I learned how to lean and depend on nobody but God,” she
reflects. Regina prompts women to be sure to have an annual mammogram and conduct monthly selfexams. Furthermore, she notes, “Cancer is not a death sentence.”
Regina’s favorite scripture is Hebrew 11 – the Hall of Faith. When asked about her greatest passion,
she explained that she loves to help single mothers. Her legacy will be her unwavering willingness to
help and encourage.
Written by Tonya E. Durrell
13
UPCOMING EVENTS
14
MSMBC BUSINESS OWNERS
Solomon's Mortuary
Healthy Beautiful Skin
w/body Butter
10625 South Broadway
Los Angeles, CA
(323) 757-1754
100% Natural Shea Butter
Lotions, Body Wash, Soaps,
Hair Care Products &
Gift Baskets Available
pre-need available
Willie Solomon-President
Kathy Davis
(323) 243-5889
Email: [email protected]
Quality Service With A
Commitment To Excellence
ASAP
Home and Heath Care
If you or a love one is
in need of care or
other assistance.
Please Call
Jacquelyne Stevenson
(213) 448-7831
Heaven’s
Helpers
Child Care
Providing 24-Hour Care For God’s
Precious Little Angels
Ages: Infant – 15
State License
Developmental Activities
Basic Academics – Hot Meals
Spanish & Tutoring
Executive Director
Erika Williams (323) 296-9299
Wall Street Realty
“Your Community Specialists”
ROCKELL STILES-ROUZAN
Real Estate Agent
Buying, Selling, Leasing, Rentals,
Property Management, Income
Property, VA/ FHA/ Conv./ Loans,
Lender Referrals
(213) 448-8587
Ph: 323-937-4505
Fax: 323-930-7840
E-mail: [email protected]
[email protected] m
19529 Ventura Blvd
Tarzana, CA.
(818) 776-0026
Dedicated to importing only the
finest hair from India, Eastern
Europe, Brazil, and Italy.
www.totalimagehair.com
Charlene Charthern owner & stylist
Appollonia
Longino
Hair Stylist
(323) 401-5861
Braids, Weave, & Press & Curls
[email protected]
JANETTE SINGLETON
S andw ic he s, S ala ds
F oo d De liv er y S erv ic e
& Cater ing
(213) 926-7985
Total Image Hair
INDIVIDUAL and BUSINESS INCOME TAX
PREPARATION
(Current & prior tax years)
E-filing available
Very reasonable rates
Onetha S.
Mosley
Ph. (323) 753-2083
O.s.M. 100% Natural
Health Products
Relieves Leg Cramps
& arthritis
California Registered Tax Preparer
since 1990
The businesses advertised here are independent of Mt. Sinai Missionary Baptist Church.
We do not directly endorse or take responsibility for any products, services, claims, or guarantees.
15
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
1
6:30 PM-Praise in
Motion/Silent
Worship Rehearsal
3
Lord’s Supper
4
Independence Day
Family Sunday
9:30 AM- Worship
Service
3:00 PM-McCoy
Memorial Baptist
Church
5
7:15 PM-Tuesday
Night in the Truth /
Youth Talent
Showcase
11
12:00 PM-Noonday
Prayer
12
12:00 PM-Noonday
Bible Study
1:15 PM-Senior
Ministry
7:15 PM-Tuesday
Night in the Truth /
VBS
17
7:30 AM-Prayer
8:00 AM-Worship
Service
9:37 AM- Discipleship
Hour
11:00 AM-Worship
Service
1:00 PM-Praise in
Motion Rehearsal
18
12:00 PM-Noonday
Prayer
19
12:00 PM-Noonday
Bible Study
1:15 PM-Senior
Ministry
7:15 PM-Tuesday
Night in the Truth /
VBS
24
25
12:00 PM-Noonday
Prayer
26
12:00 PM-Noonday
Bible Study
1:15 PM-Senior
Ministry
7:15 PM-Tuesday
Night in the Truth /
Back to School
Panel
7:30 AM-Prayer
8:00 AM-Worship
Service
9:37 AM-Discipleship
Hour
11:00 AM-Worship
Service
5:00 PM-Praise Dance
Concert
7
7:30 PM-P.S.A.L.M.
Team Meeting
7:30 PM-Soloist
Rehearsal
8
6:30 PM-Praise in
Motion/Silent
Worship Rehearsal
9
9:00 AM-Leadership
Meeting
Office Closed
10
7:30 AM-Prayer
8:00 AM-Worship
Service
9:37 AM-Discipleship
Hour
11:00 AM-Worship
Service
12:30 PM-Horizon
Team Meeting
1:00 PM-Praise in
Motion Rehearsal
Youth Emphasis
Sunday
6
2
10:00 AM-Men’s
Servers Meeting
10:00 AM-Sisters of
Service Meeting
13
14
6:15 PM-Youth Group
Rehearsal
7:30 PM-P.S.A.L.M.
Team Meeting
7:30 PM-Soloist
Rehearsal
15
6:30 PM-Praise in
Motion/Silent
Worship Rehearsal
16
8:30 AM-Power of
Prayer Team Meeting
9:00 AM-New
Members’ Class
10:00 AM-Media Team
Meeting
11:00 AM-ACTS
Caregivers Support
Group Meeting
11:30 AM-Silent
Worship Rehearsal
20
21
7:30 PM-P.S.A.L.M.
Team Meeting
7:30 PM-Youth Group
Rehearsal
22
6:30 PM-Praise in
Motion/Silent
Worship Rehearsal
23
9:00 AM-Outreach
Ministry Meeting
10:00 AM-Jr.
Doorkeepers Meeting
11:30 AM- Praise in
Motion/Silent
Worship Rehearsal
27
28
7:30 PM-Mass Choir
Rehearsal
7:30 PM-P.S.A.L.M.
Team Meeting
29
30
10:30 AM-Kingdom
Kids Choir Rehearsal
12:00 PM-Soup
Kitchen
12:00 PM-Soup
Kitchen
12:00 PM-Soup
Kitchen
Scholarship
Banquet
31
Super Sunday
8:00 AM-Worship
Service
9:37 AM-Back to
School Rally
11:00 AM-Worship
Service
12:30 PM-Sunday
Brunch
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
This calendar primarily represents MSMBC’s regular schedule of services, meetings, and ministry team events.
However, there are some events and facilities usage on the office master calendar that may not appear on this document.
If you need to schedule a meeting or reserve a room, please contact the church office in advance for approval.
All dates are subject to change (James 4:13-17). We encourage you to listen to the announcements or call the
church office at (323) 291-1121 to confirm event dates and find out how you can get involved.
16