2015 Student Ministry Fall Retreat

WHAT WE BELIEVE AND PROCLAIM
Here is a brief summary of core doctrinal beliefs and values that
we teach and proclaim at Salem:
•• We believe in the one and only living and true God. The
eternal God reveals Himself to us as Father, the Son (Jesus
Christ), and the Holy Spirit, with distinct personal attributes,
yet one in nature and purpose.
•• We believe that Jesus is the eternal Son of God. In His
incarnation as Jesus He was conceived of the Holy Spirit and
born of the virgin Mary. Jesus was tempted in every way as we
are, yet was without sin. Through his death on the cross He
made provision for the redemption of humanity from sin. He
was raised from the dead with a glorified body and appeared
to His disciples as the person who was with them before His
crucifixion. He ascended into heaven and is now at the right
hand of God where He is the One Mediator, and through Him
all humanity has the opportunity to know God, to approach
God, and become a part of God’s “family” by faith.
•• We believe the Bible was written by persons divinely inspired,
and it is the record of God’s revelation of Himself to man. It
is a perfect treasure of divine instruction. It has God for its
author, salvation for its end, and truth, without any mixture
of error, for its matter.
•• We believe that mankind was created by the act of God and
in the image of God. Yet sin has separated us all from God,
and we have no hope for eternal life without the death of
Jesus on the cross for our sins.
•• We believe that salvation is the free gift of God offered to all
who accept Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord by faith, and that
God has put Jesus Christ forward as the one and only way to
enter into God’s family.
•• We believe the New Testament Church is a local body of
believers who have come together by believer’s baptism for
the purpose of promoting the good news of Jesus around the
world through worship, evangelism, ministry, fellowship, and
discipleship.
•• Our church recognizes two ordinances, meaning religious
acts done for their deep symbolic meaning, which are
believer’s baptism by immersion, and the Lord’s Supper,
sometimes called communion.
•• Our church believes in the promise of Christ that He will
return, and that the nature and timing of this is known only
in the heart of God, so our duty is to be prepared and to
diligently spread the good news of the love and forgiveness
of God.
More detailed exploration and explanation of Christian beliefs
can be experienced in Salem’s New Member Course called
Seedbed.
HOW TO JOIN SALEM BAPTIST CHURCH
Salem is a fellowship of believers in Jesus Christ who have been
baptized by immersion based on their profession of faith in
Christ. Salem asks that those seeking membership complete
Seedbed, a new members course, which is offered frequently
and at a variety of times and formats throughout the year. An
age-appropriate version of Seedbed is also offered for children
and youth coming into fellowship. To locate a Seedbed course
to fit your schedule, you may contact the church office at
[email protected] or 919-362-7327.
A LOOK BACK
August 29 – 30, 2015
transforming
the people of the
triangle and beyond
Worship Attendance
795
All adult, children’s, and preschool worship,
including nursery and special needs class
Budget
Weekly Budget Requirement
$30,163.02
Last Week’s Budget Giving
$33,651.05
Year-to-Date Budget Requirement
$1,055,705.70
Year-to-Date Budget Giving
$1,011,359,71
Building Fund Weekly Giving
WELCOME TO SALEM BAPTIST CHURCH! We’re glad you’ve chosen to worship with us today. At Salem,
our mission is to glorify God by transforming the people of the Triangle and beyond into devoted followers
of Jesus Christ, using the Good News of God’s Word and the power of His Holy Spirit to create a community of
believers who worship God from the heart, serve others with compassion, and love each other with a spirit of
grace and forgiveness. Inside this weekly publication you will find information on worship services, a weekly note
from our pastor, announcements and events, a weekly calendar, and more.
$4,556.00
EAT DINNER WITH US!
Wednesdays 5:15 – 6:15 pm
www.salem-bc.org/wednesday-meal
Wednesday Night Fellowship Meals
View upcoming menus and make your reservations
online at www.salem-bc.org/wednesday-meal or call
the church office at 919-362-7327 by Monday morning.
Prices ($18 is the family max):
$5—Adults (12–59 years old)
$4—Children 6–11 years old & Sr. Adults (60+)
$3—Children 4–5 years old
$1—Children 0–3 years old
September 9:
Manhattan clam chowder; garden salad;chicken
enchiladas with Mexican rice, borracho beans, and corn
bread; drinks and dessert.
Kids Menu: Hot dogs or cheese burger.
For more information about Salem, visit our
website at www.salem-bc.org or contact us at:
919-362-7327 | [email protected]
1821 North Salem Street, Apex, NC 27523
(mailing address: 1205 Salem Church Road)
SALEM STAFF
Dr. Jeff Beckett, Senior Pastor | [email protected]
Pastor Jeff Olds, Music and Worship | [email protected]
Pastor Mark Harper, Education & Administration | [email protected]
Pastor James Kendall, Children and Missions | [email protected]
Pastor Justin Carmona, Student Ministries | [email protected]
Pastor Kevin Smith, Music Ministry Assistant | [email protected]
Daniel Barkley, Multi-Ministry Worship Artist | [email protected]
Brandon Gaster, Student Ministries Associate | [email protected]
Jackie Torres, Ministry Assistant | [email protected]
Tracy Claggett, Office Assistant | [email protected]
Liana Berrus, Media Designer | [email protected]
Christina Owen, Wee Worship Coordinator | [email protected]
Tammy Pressley, Weekday Preschool Director | [email protected]
2015 Student Ministry Fall Retreat
Friday – Sunday • September 18 – 20
Camp Caraway
Guest Speaker EJ Swanson
$100
•paintball • kayak •
• rope course •
• jump on the blob •
• meet new friends •
Don’t miss this wonderful weekend of
fun, fellowship, and growing in faith.
Register: www.salem-bc.org/student-ministry
All attendees of The Hill are invited to join us on
Saturday, September 12 for Cook-Out On the Hill.
Following the service, stay for a cook-out and time
of fellowship. Salem will provide meats, chips,
condiments, and drinks. Please bring a dessert to
share. Have you been meaning to invite a friend to
church? This is a great night to invite someone to
church for a special time of worship and fellowship.
THIS WEEKEND IN WORSHIP
The Ordinance of Baptism
11:00 am Sunday Worship: Rachel Tedder
Find sermon notes, Sunday’s order of worship,
and prayer request forms on the tables in the
back and on the carts at the front and sides of the
sanctuary. An usher or greeter can help you as well.
a weekly publication of Salem Baptist Church | September 5 – 6, 2015
Subscribe to an e-version of this publication at www.salem-bc.org/subscribe-to-sonlight
Dr. Jeff Beckett
Senior Pastor
What a beautiful time of worship we had last week
as we observed communion in our three weekend
services. Salem is such a wonderful church family, and
my family was grateful to be back from vacation and
worshiping together with you. We had well over a
dozen guest families with us in our worship services.
Salem family, keep inviting your friends and neighbors!
They need the love and joy of a church like Salem!
I want to thank the 175th Anniversary team for putting
together the Tailgate event last weekend. I parked next
to Mary Lou just hoping to stumble into some of that
great Booth food!
I will be sending a little note out to the church family
about the upcoming training event for Go Make
Disciples. In the meantime I think I should repeat that
bit of information that I wrote here last week in case
you missed it... On Friday evening September 25, at
6:30 pm and Saturday morning September 26 at 9 am
we will have a time of intensive “Go Make Disciples”
training. How does a church get busy in producing
“reproducible” disciples? Come and find out! I am
praying that we get 60–80 folks at this training event,
and out of the event we see a true movement of God’s
Spirit as little “missional communities” begin to spring
up all over Apex, Cary, Morrisville, Holly Springs and
beyond! By taking this simple step one, we are inviting
God to do what He desires in our fellowship.
Today I am talking about two blind guys who heard
Jesus was passing by so they got busy crying out for
hope and help. While it seemed to annoy everyone
else, it definitely caught Jesus’ attention. What a
reminder that the best ministry is often found in the
busy annoyances and dusty corners of our lives. How
often do we miss what God is doing because of it?
Thank you, Salem, for all you do for the Kingdom here
at Salem and beyond…
Your Pastor,
J Beckett
Read Dr. Beckett’s blog and download sermon podcasts:
www.salem-bc.org/sermon-podcasts
www.salem-bc.org/cross-culture
Salem is hosting a Cross
Culture Fellowship every
Sunday evening from 4:00 pm –
6:30 pm in Room D136 beginning
SEPTEMBER 13. Meetings begin with a time of prayer
and fellowship from 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm, then transition
into a time of teaching. Come learn about marriage and
family living—what is God’s worldview for cross-culture
Americans? Join us and find out!
www.salem-bc.org/childrens-ministry
www.salem-bc.org/discipleship-classes
Here are a few great opportunities to serve
right where you are:
•• AWANA Helpers:
Study workbooks, if applicable, are provided at the
first class. Detailed class descriptions, workbook/cost
information, and registration details:
www.salem-bc.org/discipleship-classes.
T&T helpers for 5th and 6th grade girls are needed
Sunday evenings from 5:00–6:30 pm each week
from September–May.
•• RA (Royal Ambassadors) Leader:
Lead the boys participating in our Wednesday
missions program each week, 6:30–7:30 pm.
•• Mission Friends Leader:
Lead children ages 4 and 5 in our Wednesday
missions program each week, 6:30–7:30 pm.
•• Kids on The Hill Workers:
Serve on a rotation to facilitate casual worship
for kindergartners–5th graders during The Hill—
Saturday night worship, from 5:45–7:10 pm.
•• BFG Workers:
The BFG Leadership Team is seeking to fill a teaching
opening in the 4 year old class and an assistant
teacher opening in the 5 year old class. All classes
meet at 9:45 am on Sundays. The upcoming BFG year
BEGINS SEPTEMBER 6. Contact Pastor Mark if you are
interested: [email protected].
Please contact Pastor James at 919-362-7327 or
[email protected] if you can serve.
AWANA registration is now
open! The first night of club is
Sunday, SEPTEMBER 13 at 5:00 pm.
Visit the registration table at the
Preschool check-in desk in Building D or download the
form at www.salem-bc.org/awana. Salem members:
please register in advance so there isn’t a long line for
our visitors on the first night of AWANA.
Have your kids been to Children’s Church
at Salem? Children’s Church is a worship service
made especially for children to help them learn the Word
of God in a format appropriate for their age. Beginning
SEPTEMBER 6, we will be starting a 3-year journey
through the whole Bible. Now is a great time to join in!
www.salem-bc.org/student-ministry
Community Groups and Ministry Teams
kick off on Sunday, September 27. These student
small groups provide an opportunity for our students
to gather together to study the Bible, encourage
one another in prayer, listen to teaching, and have
accountability. Groups meet several evenings during
the school year. Sign up in the Youth Hall. Want to learn
more? Email Pastor Justin at [email protected].
Are you looking for a way to
serve at Salem? The student ministry
is currently in need of co-teachers to help
in several of the student BFG classes. All classes meet at
9:45 am on Sunday mornings. Contact Pastor Justin at
[email protected]. if you would like to volunteer.
Disciplines of a Godly Man
Led by Dennis Cotten.
Wednesdays at 6:30 pm in D130 beginning September 9 OR
Sundays at 5:15 pm in D128 beginning September 13.
What Love Is
Led by LeAnne Olive.
Wednesdays at 9:30 am in D122 beginning September 2 OR
Sundays at 5:15 pm in D122 beginning September 13.
www.salem-bc.org/womens-ministry
The deadline to register for the
Women’s Retreat is September
14! Haven’t registered yet? There is still room
for you, but time is running out! Come away
NOVEMBER 5–7 to the Hawthorne Inn &
Conference Center in Winston Salem and
experience a weekend of refreshing and peace.
The theme of this year’s retreat is Refresh Your Heart. In the
hustle and bustle of everyday living we can begin to feel
out of touch with our Shepherd and out of sorts with those
around us. Cost: $200. Find online registration at
www.salem-bc.org/womens-ministry.
He Speaks to Me
Led by Becky Duncan.
Wednesdays at 6:30 pm in D132 beginning September 9.
www.salem-bc.org/175-anniversary
Financial Peace University
Led by Kevin Jackson.
Sundays at 5:00 pm in D132 beginning September 13.
church commissioned a historical portrait by local artist, Jerry
Miller, which is now displayed in the main lobby of Building
D. Black and white (uncolored) prints signed by the artist are
available for pre-order. To learn more and to place an order,
visit www.salem-bc.org/175-anniversary#portrait.
Legacy Journey
Led by Bob Bucy.
Sundays at 5:00 pm in D130 beginning September 13.
community
Join us for a “See You Later” party for Randa Gay
on Sunday, SEPTEMBER 6 from 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm in the
café of Building D. Please bring a dessert to share.
www.salem-bc.org/senior-adult-ministry
The RBA Fall Rally will be held on Tuesday,
SEPTEMBER 29 at Garner First Baptist Church. Featuring
the vocal/instrumental ensemble The Hall Sisters, and
inspirational story teller Willa Brigham. The Salem
Explorers will be departing Salem at promptly 8 am. Cost:
$12 made payable to the RBA. Sign up by SEPTEMBER
16 in your BFG class or contact Billie Cunningham:
919-267-6884.
In celebration of our 175th Anniversary, the
www.salem-bc.org/music-ministry
Children’s Choir kicks off on
SEPTEMBER 13 at 4:00 pm. There are three
choirs for children. Melody Builders introduces
children from kindergarten through 1st grade
to the basics of music. The Music Makers Choir
is for children in 2nd and 3rd grade, and the Young Musicians
Choir is for children grades 4 and 5. Find the registration form
online at www.salem-bc.org/calendar.
THIS WEEK AT SALEM
Saturday, September 5
6:00 pm
The Hill—Contemporary Worship
Sunday, September 6
8:30 am
Classic Worship
www.salem-bc.org/missions
9:45 am
Bible Fellowship Groups
The church is leaving the
building—and you can come
too! This year’s event will take place
11:00 am
Blended Worship
Children’s Church
4:00 pm
“See You Later” Party for Randa Gay
on Saturday, OCTOBER 3, from 8:00
am–noon. Here is what you need to
know:
•• Sign up online at www.salem-bc.org/local-missions.
•• Donate kid-friendly single-serve food (like mac &
cheese, oatmeal, or fruit cups) or large bags of dried
beans and rice. Drop off your donations in one of the
bins located around the church campus.
•• Donate funds for bibles via your tithing envelope.
Wednesday, September 9
Don’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity to serve
the community. Sign up today!
Thursday, September 10
5:15 pm
Wednesday Night Fellowship Meal
6:00 pm
Worship Choir
6:30 pm
Prayer Meeting
Discipleship Classes
Children’s Mission Groups
6:35 pm
Student Ministry Program
7:30 pm
College/Young Singles Program
7:15 pm
Worship Team Rehearsal
Dr. Jeff Beckett
Senior Pastor
What a beautiful time of worship we had last week
as we observed communion in our three weekend
services. Salem is such a wonderful church family, and
my family was grateful to be back from vacation and
worshiping together with you. We had well over a
dozen guest families with us in our worship services.
Salem family, keep inviting your friends and neighbors!
They need the love and joy of a church like Salem!
I want to thank the 175th Anniversary team for putting
together the Tailgate event last weekend. I parked next
to Mary Lou just hoping to stumble into some of that
great Booth food!
I will be sending a little note out to the church family
about the upcoming training event for Go Make
Disciples. In the meantime I think I should repeat that
bit of information that I wrote here last week in case
you missed it... On Friday evening September 25, at
6:30 pm and Saturday morning September 26 at 9 am
we will have a time of intensive “Go Make Disciples”
training. How does a church get busy in producing
“reproducible” disciples? Come and find out! I am
praying that we get 60–80 folks at this training event,
and out of the event we see a true movement of God’s
Spirit as little “missional communities” begin to spring
up all over Apex, Cary, Morrisville, Holly Springs and
beyond! By taking this simple step one, we are inviting
God to do what He desires in our fellowship.
Today I am talking about two blind guys who heard
Jesus was passing by so they got busy crying out for
hope and help. While it seemed to annoy everyone
else, it definitely caught Jesus’ attention. What a
reminder that the best ministry is often found in the
busy annoyances and dusty corners of our lives. How
often do we miss what God is doing because of it?
Thank you, Salem, for all you do for the Kingdom here
at Salem and beyond…
Your Pastor,
J Beckett
Read Dr. Beckett’s blog and download sermon podcasts:
www.salem-bc.org/sermon-podcasts
www.salem-bc.org/cross-culture
Salem is hosting a Cross
Culture Fellowship every
Sunday evening from 4:00 pm –
6:30 pm in Room D136 beginning
SEPTEMBER 13. Meetings begin with a time of prayer
and fellowship from 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm, then transition
into a time of teaching. Come learn about marriage and
family living—what is God’s worldview for cross-culture
Americans? Join us and find out!
www.salem-bc.org/childrens-ministry
www.salem-bc.org/discipleship-classes
Here are a few great opportunities to serve
right where you are:
•• AWANA Helpers:
Study workbooks, if applicable, are provided at the
first class. Detailed class descriptions, workbook/cost
information, and registration details:
www.salem-bc.org/discipleship-classes.
T&T helpers for 5th and 6th grade girls are needed
Sunday evenings from 5:00–6:30 pm each week
from September–May.
•• RA (Royal Ambassadors) Leader:
Lead the boys participating in our Wednesday
missions program each week, 6:30–7:30 pm.
•• Mission Friends Leader:
Lead children ages 4 and 5 in our Wednesday
missions program each week, 6:30–7:30 pm.
•• Kids on The Hill Workers:
Serve on a rotation to facilitate casual worship
for kindergartners–5th graders during The Hill—
Saturday night worship, from 5:45–7:10 pm.
•• BFG Workers:
The BFG Leadership Team is seeking to fill a teaching
opening in the 4 year old class and an assistant
teacher opening in the 5 year old class. All classes
meet at 9:45 am on Sundays. The upcoming BFG year
BEGINS SEPTEMBER 6. Contact Pastor Mark if you are
interested: [email protected].
Please contact Pastor James at 919-362-7327 or
[email protected] if you can serve.
AWANA registration is now
open! The first night of club is
Sunday, SEPTEMBER 13 at 5:00 pm.
Visit the registration table at the
Preschool check-in desk in Building D or download the
form at www.salem-bc.org/awana. Salem members:
please register in advance so there isn’t a long line for
our visitors on the first night of AWANA.
Have your kids been to Children’s Church
at Salem? Children’s Church is a worship service
made especially for children to help them learn the Word
of God in a format appropriate for their age. Beginning
SEPTEMBER 6, we will be starting a 3-year journey
through the whole Bible. Now is a great time to join in!
www.salem-bc.org/student-ministry
Community Groups and Ministry Teams
kick off on Sunday, September 27. These student
small groups provide an opportunity for our students
to gather together to study the Bible, encourage
one another in prayer, listen to teaching, and have
accountability. Groups meet several evenings during
the school year. Sign up in the Youth Hall. Want to learn
more? Email Pastor Justin at [email protected].
Are you looking for a way to
serve at Salem? The student ministry
is currently in need of co-teachers to help
in several of the student BFG classes. All classes meet at
9:45 am on Sunday mornings. Contact Pastor Justin at
[email protected]. if you would like to volunteer.
Disciplines of a Godly Man
Led by Dennis Cotten.
Wednesdays at 6:30 pm in D130 beginning September 9 OR
Sundays at 5:15 pm in D128 beginning September 13.
What Love Is
Led by LeAnne Olive.
Wednesdays at 9:30 am in D122 beginning September 2 OR
Sundays at 5:15 pm in D122 beginning September 13.
www.salem-bc.org/womens-ministry
The deadline to register for the
Women’s Retreat is September
14! Haven’t registered yet? There is still room
for you, but time is running out! Come away
NOVEMBER 5–7 to the Hawthorne Inn &
Conference Center in Winston Salem and
experience a weekend of refreshing and peace.
The theme of this year’s retreat is Refresh Your Heart. In the
hustle and bustle of everyday living we can begin to feel
out of touch with our Shepherd and out of sorts with those
around us. Cost: $200. Find online registration at
www.salem-bc.org/womens-ministry.
He Speaks to Me
Led by Becky Duncan.
Wednesdays at 6:30 pm in D132 beginning September 9.
www.salem-bc.org/175-anniversary
Financial Peace University
Led by Kevin Jackson.
Sundays at 5:00 pm in D132 beginning September 13.
church commissioned a historical portrait by local artist, Jerry
Miller, which is now displayed in the main lobby of Building
D. Black and white (uncolored) prints signed by the artist are
available for pre-order. To learn more and to place an order,
visit www.salem-bc.org/175-anniversary#portrait.
Legacy Journey
Led by Bob Bucy.
Sundays at 5:00 pm in D130 beginning September 13.
community
Join us for a “See You Later” party for Randa Gay
on Sunday, SEPTEMBER 6 from 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm in the
café of Building D. Please bring a dessert to share.
www.salem-bc.org/senior-adult-ministry
The RBA Fall Rally will be held on Tuesday,
SEPTEMBER 29 at Garner First Baptist Church. Featuring
the vocal/instrumental ensemble The Hall Sisters, and
inspirational story teller Willa Brigham. The Salem
Explorers will be departing Salem at promptly 8 am. Cost:
$12 made payable to the RBA. Sign up by SEPTEMBER
16 in your BFG class or contact Billie Cunningham:
919-267-6884.
In celebration of our 175th Anniversary, the
www.salem-bc.org/music-ministry
Children’s Choir kicks off on
SEPTEMBER 13 at 4:00 pm. There are three
choirs for children. Melody Builders introduces
children from kindergarten through 1st grade
to the basics of music. The Music Makers Choir
is for children in 2nd and 3rd grade, and the Young Musicians
Choir is for children grades 4 and 5. Find the registration form
online at www.salem-bc.org/calendar.
THIS WEEK AT SALEM
Saturday, September 5
6:00 pm
The Hill—Contemporary Worship
Sunday, September 6
8:30 am
Classic Worship
www.salem-bc.org/missions
9:45 am
Bible Fellowship Groups
The church is leaving the
building—and you can come
too! This year’s event will take place
11:00 am
Blended Worship
Children’s Church
4:00 pm
“See You Later” Party for Randa Gay
on Saturday, OCTOBER 3, from 8:00
am–noon. Here is what you need to
know:
•• Sign up online at www.salem-bc.org/local-missions.
•• Donate kid-friendly single-serve food (like mac &
cheese, oatmeal, or fruit cups) or large bags of dried
beans and rice. Drop off your donations in one of the
bins located around the church campus.
•• Donate funds for bibles via your tithing envelope.
Wednesday, September 9
Don’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity to serve
the community. Sign up today!
Thursday, September 10
5:15 pm
Wednesday Night Fellowship Meal
6:00 pm
Worship Choir
6:30 pm
Prayer Meeting
Discipleship Classes
Children’s Mission Groups
6:35 pm
Student Ministry Program
7:30 pm
College/Young Singles Program
7:15 pm
Worship Team Rehearsal
WHAT WE BELIEVE AND PROCLAIM
Here is a brief summary of core doctrinal beliefs and values that
we teach and proclaim at Salem:
•• We believe in the one and only living and true God. The
eternal God reveals Himself to us as Father, the Son (Jesus
Christ), and the Holy Spirit, with distinct personal attributes,
yet one in nature and purpose.
•• We believe that Jesus is the eternal Son of God. In His
incarnation as Jesus He was conceived of the Holy Spirit and
born of the virgin Mary. Jesus was tempted in every way as we
are, yet was without sin. Through his death on the cross He
made provision for the redemption of humanity from sin. He
was raised from the dead with a glorified body and appeared
to His disciples as the person who was with them before His
crucifixion. He ascended into heaven and is now at the right
hand of God where He is the One Mediator, and through Him
all humanity has the opportunity to know God, to approach
God, and become a part of God’s “family” by faith.
•• We believe the Bible was written by persons divinely inspired,
and it is the record of God’s revelation of Himself to man. It
is a perfect treasure of divine instruction. It has God for its
author, salvation for its end, and truth, without any mixture
of error, for its matter.
•• We believe that mankind was created by the act of God and
in the image of God. Yet sin has separated us all from God,
and we have no hope for eternal life without the death of
Jesus on the cross for our sins.
•• We believe that salvation is the free gift of God offered to all
who accept Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord by faith, and that
God has put Jesus Christ forward as the one and only way to
enter into God’s family.
•• We believe the New Testament Church is a local body of
believers who have come together by believer’s baptism for
the purpose of promoting the good news of Jesus around the
world through worship, evangelism, ministry, fellowship, and
discipleship.
•• Our church recognizes two ordinances, meaning religious
acts done for their deep symbolic meaning, which are
believer’s baptism by immersion, and the Lord’s Supper,
sometimes called communion.
•• Our church believes in the promise of Christ that He will
return, and that the nature and timing of this is known only
in the heart of God, so our duty is to be prepared and to
diligently spread the good news of the love and forgiveness
of God.
More detailed exploration and explanation of Christian beliefs
can be experienced in Salem’s New Member Course called
Seedbed.
HOW TO JOIN SALEM BAPTIST CHURCH
Salem is a fellowship of believers in Jesus Christ who have been
baptized by immersion based on their profession of faith in
Christ. Salem asks that those seeking membership complete
Seedbed, a new members course, which is offered frequently
and at a variety of times and formats throughout the year. An
age-appropriate version of Seedbed is also offered for children
and youth coming into fellowship. To locate a Seedbed course
to fit your schedule, you may contact the church office at
[email protected] or 919-362-7327.
A LOOK BACK
August 29 – 30, 2015
transforming
the people of the
triangle and beyond
Worship Attendance
795
All adult, children’s, and preschool worship,
including nursery and special needs class
Budget
Weekly Budget Requirement
$30,163.02
Last Week’s Budget Giving
$33,651.05
Year-to-Date Budget Requirement
$1,055,705.70
Year-to-Date Budget Giving
$1,011,359,71
Building Fund Weekly Giving
WELCOME TO SALEM BAPTIST CHURCH! We’re glad you’ve chosen to worship with us today. At Salem,
our mission is to glorify God by transforming the people of the Triangle and beyond into devoted followers
of Jesus Christ, using the Good News of God’s Word and the power of His Holy Spirit to create a community of
believers who worship God from the heart, serve others with compassion, and love each other with a spirit of
grace and forgiveness. Inside this weekly publication you will find information on worship services, a weekly note
from our pastor, announcements and events, a weekly calendar, and more.
$4,556.00
EAT DINNER WITH US!
Wednesdays 5:15 – 6:15 pm
www.salem-bc.org/wednesday-meal
Wednesday Night Fellowship Meals
View upcoming menus and make your reservations
online at www.salem-bc.org/wednesday-meal or call
the church office at 919-362-7327 by Monday morning.
Prices ($18 is the family max):
$5—Adults (12–59 years old)
$4—Children 6–11 years old & Sr. Adults (60+)
$3—Children 4–5 years old
$1—Children 0–3 years old
September 9:
Manhattan clam chowder; garden salad;chicken
enchiladas with Mexican rice, borracho beans, and corn
bread; drinks and dessert.
Kids Menu: Hot dogs or cheese burger.
For more information about Salem, visit our
website at www.salem-bc.org or contact us at:
919-362-7327 | [email protected]
1821 North Salem Street, Apex, NC 27523
(mailing address: 1205 Salem Church Road)
SALEM STAFF
Dr. Jeff Beckett, Senior Pastor | [email protected]
Pastor Jeff Olds, Music and Worship | [email protected]
Pastor Mark Harper, Education & Administration | [email protected]
Pastor James Kendall, Children and Missions | [email protected]
Pastor Justin Carmona, Student Ministries | [email protected]
Pastor Kevin Smith, Music Ministry Assistant | [email protected]
Daniel Barkley, Multi-Ministry Worship Artist | [email protected]
Brandon Gaster, Student Ministries Associate | [email protected]
Jackie Torres, Ministry Assistant | [email protected]
Tracy Claggett, Office Assistant | [email protected]
Liana Berrus, Media Designer | [email protected]
Christina Owen, Wee Worship Coordinator | [email protected]
Tammy Pressley, Weekday Preschool Director | [email protected]
2015 Student Ministry Fall Retreat
Friday – Sunday • September 18 – 20
Camp Caraway
Guest Speaker EJ Swanson
$100
•paintball • kayak •
• rope course •
• jump on the blob •
• meet new friends •
Don’t miss this wonderful weekend of
fun, fellowship, and growing in faith.
Register: www.salem-bc.org/student-ministry
All attendees of The Hill are invited to join us on
Saturday, September 12 for Cook-Out On the Hill.
Following the service, stay for a cook-out and time
of fellowship. Salem will provide meats, chips,
condiments, and drinks. Please bring a dessert to
share. Have you been meaning to invite a friend to
church? This is a great night to invite someone to
church for a special time of worship and fellowship.
THIS WEEKEND IN WORSHIP
The Ordinance of Baptism
11:00 am Sunday Worship: Rachel Tedder
Find sermon notes, Sunday’s order of worship,
and prayer request forms on the tables in the
back and on the carts at the front and sides of the
sanctuary. An usher or greeter can help you as well.
a weekly publication of Salem Baptist Church | September 5 – 6, 2015
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