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January 25, 2014 Twenty-six years is a wonderful celebratory time in our day and age and community. You have seen many, many changes in Miami-Dade as well as Miami Gardens. You have experienced many changes in church as our entire nation has shifted gears in how we worship and serve the Lord. Not all of those changes have been bad, but many of them have not been good either. The question on the minds and hearts of many people is “How do we face the future?” That is a difficult question without any easy or simple answers. But we all know that we are to trust the Lord and keep our eyes on Him. When we fix our eyes on the world, then we never are satisfied. Politics do not satisfy. We may love to watch and play sports, but at the end they do not give contentment either. Even church does not satisfy. It is Jesus who can strengthen us, and give us determination for today as well as hope for tomorrow. Only Jesus can satisfy and fill us with the peace that passes all understanding. Congratulations Pastor Percy Ransom and the entire congregation of Cosmopolitan Baptist Church. Praise the Lord that we are partners together in ministry. We are on the same team as we encounter the darkness and share the Light of the world in Jesus. Even more than that, we are family; brothers and sisters in Christ. We know Who wins. We have read the Book. We can all agree with Joshua who said, “As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.” May God richly bless you as we head into this new year. Amen.
Dr. Gary Johnson Executive Director of Missions Miami Baptist Association
7855 SW 104th Street, Miami FL 33156 Suite 210 Phone: 305.271-5600 Fax: 305.271.3530 www.mbachurches.org
Biographical Sketch of Reverend Dr. Percy L. Ransom
Born July 16, 1945 in Green County, Georgia. Dr. Ransom’s family moved to Miami, Florida in 1952. He attended Bethune Elementary and Dorsey Junior High School. The family then moved to West Hollywood, Florida in 1960, where he attended and graduated from Attucks High School in 1963. After graduating, Dr. Ransom entered the U.S. Army, completing his tour of duty in March of 1966 in Oakland, California, at which time he received an Honorable Discharge with the rank of Specialist 5th Class.
Dr. Ransom graduated from Miami-Dade Community College with an A.A. degree in Pre-Education. He then attended Florida Atlantic University and Florida International University graduating from FIU on December 14, 1974 with a B.A. degree in Sociology/Psychology and a minor in Business Administration and Management. He then continued his graduate education at Miami Christian College Graduate School in Miami, Florida and the North Florida Baptist Theological Seminary in Jacksonville, Florida graduating with a Master of Theology and Doctor of Ministry degrees. Dr. Ransom obtained a Doctor of Theology degree in May of 1996 and received his Ph.D. from the Jacksonville Baptist Theogical Seminary on May 24, 2002. Ordained to the Deacon Ministry at the Star of Bethlehem Baptist Church of West Hollywood, Florida in 1969. Where he also served as a Sunday School Director, Church Training Director and Minister of Education for many years. He was ordained to the gospel ministry on January 24, 1982 and has been the Shepherd of the Cosmopolitan Baptist Church from its inception as a Mission in 1978 until the present time. Dr. Ransom has served on the Board of Directors of the Juvenile Restoration Council of Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, the North County Community Association and ran as a candidate for the Community Council of Area No. 4 in Miami Gardens, Florida. He has also served on the Community on the Order of Business of the Florida Baptist Convention and Moderator of the Miami Baptist Association. A popular and warmly received speaker, Dr. Ransom often lectures at the Jacksonville Baptist Theological Seminary, South Campus in Miami and the University of Ft. Lauderdale. Dr. Ransom also continues to work in the newly incorporated city of Miami Gardens as not only a minister but coordinating his efforts with the Mayor and the Community Council members to make this new city a vital part of Miami-Dade County. He is married to Purnell Ransom, the father of four (4) adult children: Sherri, Shellie, Shawn and Steven and the grandfather of eight (8): Myesha, Destiny, Shelene, Shaunta, Tajmaus Jr., Christopher, Shaylen and Jezelle. 4
The Pastor’s 26th Church Anniversary Message
THEME: “RE-TOOLING FOR OUR FUTURE” “Praise God from whom all blessings come;” we can celebrate another years journey of ministry. The journey has been filled with ups and downs, hills and valleys, but thank God we had more bright days than dark days. However, we dare not rest on our past accomplishments; because the enemies of the church has never taken a break or given any thought of slowing down. Several of the valley experiences last year: the passing of our oldest member Mrs. Elnora Bain, and the extended illness of Dec. Freddie Parker. Some of the upside experiences: more baptisms, outdoor youth Rally, transitioned financial operation from paper to electronic; and upgraded security protection.
While these and other accomplishments are worthy of mentioning we must not forget our first order of business should be based upon the text from which our theme is based; Luke 19:13 “Occupy until I come”. We must be busy working in the kingdom of God until he returns. If we are to be relevant in a society that is rapidly shifting; the Church must re-tool itself to address the many facets of the cultural shifts without compromising the word of God. May all we do ministering in our 26th year as in the pass, be blessed of the Lord; going into an unknown future led by the living Lord we know and trust.
Cosmopolitan Baptist Church Schedule SUNDAY SCHOOL 10:00 AM SUNDAY MORNING WORSHIP 11:00 AM WEDNESDAY NIGHT BIBLE STUDY 7:30 PM FRIDAY NIGHT YOUTH SERVICE 7:30 PM
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Cosmopolitan Baptist Church History
In August 1979; in duly constituted church business meeting the Metropolitan Baptist Church, led by the late Rev. David A. Morgan voted to establish a church plant in the North Dade County area. Rev. Morgan recommended the new church plant be led by Min. Percy Ransom. He further recommended that the new work begin with a weekly home Bible study fellowship on Wednesday nights, and worship services be held on the 4th Sunday night of each month. The new work was elevated to Mission status in September of 1981; and weekly services began at the Cloverleaf Recreation Park. In 1982, the Mission was granted Chapel status by the mother Church and Min. Percy Ransom was ordained, called, and installed as Chapel Pastor. As the Chapel grew; it became necessary to begin looking for a more suitable location to facilitate the growth of the ministry. In January of 1983; under the divine inspiration of The Holy Spirit, The Miami Baptist Association donated the property on which the Church now stands. In February of 1984; in anticipation of building a permanent place of worship, the Chapel broke ground. God; who knows the end before the beginning inspired the New Way Fellowship Baptist Church to donate their existing 4300 Sq. Ft. sanctuary scheduled to be demolished to make way for their new sanctuary parking lot expansion. The donated building was moved and relocated to the present site; renovation of the building and property began immediately. The newly renovated building and grounds was dedicated January 1985; and the Chapel was constituted into a sovereign Church the 4th Saturday January 1988. In 1997 Pastor Ransom presented a 10 year plan and vision for the Ministry; thanks be to God one of the last goals was realized upon the completion of a newly constructed sanctuary in 2002. The Lord has been faithful in helping us fulfill the visions we have embraced. There is no doubt “Though the vision tarries, wait for it; because it will surely come, it will not tarry� (Habak.2:3). The history of this church has been written by the hand of Him who is Lord of Lords, and King of Kings, Jesus Christ, our soon returning Savior.
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Congratulations Cosmopolitan on your 26th Anniversary From the Ways & Means Committee Norma Downer Quida Jarrett Freddie Parker Eugene Milton Jr. Sharon Simms Roselyn Smith Beverly Stephenson Lois Stephenson Dorothea Welsh
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Best Wishes from Carol’s Friends Pearline Fashaw Maureen Industrious Natisha Collins Jerry Gabriele Latricia Love Marina Vargas Carl Tomaselli Carol Smith
Bob Witmer Pauline Tulloch Erica Smith Stephen Jeziorowski Fenold Jacques Janet Harriott
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Congratulations
On 26 Years of Ministry Rev. Dr. Percy Ransom &
Cosmopolitan Baptist Church Rev. Eric & Mrs. Bloneva Jones &
The Koinonia Family Sunday Worship …………………..……….. 7:30 am – 10:45 am – 6:00 pm Sunday School ……………………………………………………..…… 9:30 am Bible Study (Every Thursday) ………………………………………… 7:00 pm Radio Ministry (Every Saturday) …………………………………….. 9:00 am AM 1490 WMBM & Trans World Radio INREACH MINISTRIES
Education * Christian Men of Destiny * Women with Vision Ministry Distinguished Gentlemen * Young Ladies Ministry * Love Loaf * Music Ministry Youth Ministry * Life Changing/Singles Ministry * Family Enrichment/C.U.T.I.L’S. Ministry Caring Hearts * Hospitality * Ushers *Hands of Endearment Ministry Health & Fitness * New Member Orientation * Noon Day Prayer * Young Adults Ministry
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Prison Ministry * Evangelism * Mass Media Ministry * Nursing Home Ministry Reaching Hands Ministry * More than Conquerors Ministry * Transportation Newsletter “The Light” * S.H.E.E.R. HIV/AIDS Support * S.H.O.E.S. S.U.R.E. We Care Ministry * Sports Ministry * Grief to Joy Ministry
Rev. Eric H. Jones Jr., Senior Pastor
Rev. Alfred Taylor III, Assistant Pastor 4900 W. Hallandale Beach Blvd., Bldg. G, Pembroke Park, Fl 33023 Phone: (954) 964-2901 Facsimile: (954) 964-4401 Website: www.kwcfl.org
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In Loving Memory of
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