Calvary Baptist Church 130th Journal

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Reverend Dr. Joseph Oniyama, Senior Pastor Reverend Robin Greene Webb, Assistant Pastor

VISION

Making Disciples and Reaching the Unsaved for Christ. Matthew 28:19-20

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MISSION STATEMENT

To make disciples by teaching the basic tenets of the Christian faith, and to reach the lost for Christ through preaching and outreach.

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Pastor Assistant Pastor Associate Pastors Church Clerk Financial Secretary Treasurer Deacon Chair Deacon Vice Chair Deacon Secretary Trustee Chair Trustee Vice Chair Trustee Secretary Chairpersons of Ministries


Pastoral Message

130TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION To God be the glory! Great things God has done, great things God is doing, and great things God shall do. Over 130 years, Calvary Baptist Church has worshipped in God’s presence, worked in God’s power and witnessed to God’s people. Many have come and gone over the years, but through their sacrificial offering and faithful service, through trials and tribulations, through wars and recessions, Calvary Baptist Church has remained steadfast and resilient throughout the years. The church survived and is here today, not because of what the people did, but because of The One who declared: “Upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it” (Matthew 16:18 KJV). The name Calvary serves as a reminder of the place Jesus purchased our redemption with his life. A place where our inadequacies meet God’s sufficiency. A place where sinners meet the Savior. A place where sadness can turn into gladness. Because of Calvary we embrace all countries and cultures, all classes and creeds, all humanities and hurts, all peoples and personalities. We celebrate the marvelous work God is doing in the midst of Calvary Baptist Church. Calvary Baptist Church has been involved in ministries that are grounded in an integration of faith and social activism in ways that maintain, promote and agitate for God’s justice in every sphere of human life. The ministries of the church incorporate a power of becoming like Christ in all aspects of living that address the total person within his/her particular educational, cultural, political, psychological, social, economic, linguistic and physical environment. This is reflective of the many generations and cultures represented in the church. The church’s style of ministry is premised on a participatory embrace of peoples’ gifts, talents and skills in ways that are empowering, extracting out of members their spiritual resources and to help them connect with God through prayer, evangelism, worship, personal relationship, bible study and acts of ministry. In the words of the Apostle Paul: “I thank my God every time I remember you. In all my prayers for all of you, I always pray with joy because of your partnership in the gospel from the first day until now” (Philippians 1:3-5 NIV). May God continue to bless each one of you as we begin a new journey into the next decade. Blessings! Reverend Dr. Joseph Oniyama, Senior Pastor


130th Anniversary Coordinator REVEREND ELLA CORINER JOHNSON

Associate Pastor

On this, the closing occasion of our 130th Anniversary, I thank God for enabling me to persevere. I thank all those from the various committees for their labor of love in making our celebrations memorable. From the inception of November 2016, our pace was not swift; but the champion of the race is for the one who endures to the end. There’s much history in this church to be shared, and there are some families who received and can pass the stories on to those in waiting. As we continue to reflect and plan future celebrations, let us embrace the talents, gifts, and simple offerings to make each celebration--no matter the size--grand and glorious! “For as the body is one, and hath many members…” 1 Corinthians 12:12 Reverend Ella Coriner Johnson, Associate Pastor 130th Anniversary Coordinator


130TH ANNIVERSARY COMMITTEE COORDINATOR Reverend Ella Coriner Johnson

ARCHIVES Phyllis Johnson Trustee Clarence Osborne

EVENTS Deaconess Evelyn Jones Minister Pamela Robinson

JOURNAL Frances English Trustee Samuel Johnson

BANQUET PROGRAM Benetta Anderson Trustee Dodd Britton

TRANSPORTATION Deacon Robert Hawkins Trustee Douglas Vanceah

TICKETS Shirley Cutler Deaconess Verlene Olson

DECORATIONS Odell Hammond

PUBLICITY Victoria Lewis Hilary Barnes

MEMBERS-AT-LARGE Reverend Dr. Joseph Oniyama Reverend Robin Greene Webb Reverend Geraldine Clark Deacon Gerald Newsome




Calvary Baptist Church

A BRIEF HISTORY OF ITS 130 YEARS SERVING GOD AND THE COMMUNITY

From the home of Mary E. Richards, a small group of members from Second Baptist Church in Orange, New Jersey organized to form Calvary Baptist Church in 1887, where Rev. John H. Travis, then Pastor of Shiloh Baptist Church in New York City, was secured as Pastor. In June 1888, Calvary was incorporated by the State of New Jersey. Calvary later moved worship services to the basement of Calvary Methodist Church on North Clinton Street in East Orange before purchasing a lot on Thompson Street in 1889 for $500. The new structure seated about 70 members. Because of an increased membership driven by the efforts of Betty A. Franklin-Brown, who mortgaged her home for the cause, in June 1905 the congregation invested $6,000 to purchase First Baptist Church on North Maple Avenue in East Orange, affectionately known as Calvary No. 1. Rev. Travis was highly regarded among members, and they sent him to the Baptist World Alliance (BWA) in London, England. On March 1, 1914, Rev. Travis passed away, and in his memory Calvary declared every first Sunday in March Travis Memorial Sunday. Additionally, a portion of the sanctuary was dedicated as the Travis Memorial Room. On Nov. 30, 1914, Rev. E.A.P. Cheeks, a biblical scholar from Columbia, South Carolina, accepted the call to lead Calvary’s flock. His leadership led to many improvements to the church facility, which include the stained glass windows that now adorn Calvary’s narthex, and a pipe organ, which is still in use today. Calvary’s original organ pipes are presently behind the altar. Rev. Cheeks retired his services to accept another charge on October 27, 1924. On February 29, 1925, Rev. Clarence M. Long of Bank Street Baptist Church in Norfolk, Virginia, assumed the pastorate. Under his leadership, the church purchased a mimeograph machine to produce bulletins, founded Vacation Bible School, which is claimed to be the first in Essex County, and formed an award-winning choir that won competitions in Bordentown, New Jersey four consecutive years. Calvary sent Rev. Long to the Baptist World Alliance in Europe. In 1938, he accepted an offer to pastor in St. Louis, Missouri. On October 21, 1939, Calvary called Rev. Albert Tibbs, then Pastor of Friendship Baptist in Bayonne, New Jersey. On April 10, 1940, Calvary purchased three-quarter acres on Main Street, East Orange, to build a new structure for its flourishing


membership. Shortly thereafter, Rev. Tibbs was inducted into the U.S. Army as Chaplain for two years; and as a result, Calvary’s building project was interrupted. Rev. Tibbs returned but subsequently departed Calvary on August 9, 1950. Three months later in November 1950, an offer was extended to Rev. William R. Bailey, a member of Calvary since childhood. He accepted and returned to Calvary after serving as an Associate Minister at St. Mark’s Social Center in Boston, Massachusetts. Despite a temporary halt in construction from 1953-1954, Rev. Bailey eventually completed construction with help from the late architect Deacon Edward T.

Bowser, Sr. The

membership moved into Calvary No. 2 on Easter Sunday in 1957.

Rev. Bailey is credited with founding the Board of Christian Education, Baptist Young Peoples’ Fellowship, Sunbeam Choir, Boy Scout Troop No. 8, and attaining NAACP Life Membership for Calvary Baptist Church. Rev. Bailey also established Calvary’s relationship with the New Jersey Baptist Convention, revised the Constitution and Bylaws, and implemented the Benevolence offering.


In late 1966, after learning that a new major highway threatened Calvary’s Main Street location, on behalf of the Church, Trustee Chairman, Samuel Greene, Sr., engaged Summit-based architect, Mr. Ralph Jefferson, to build the current edifice at 66 So. Grove Street. The congregation moved into Calvary No. 3 in January 1970, where we remain worshipping today. In 1979, the 10-year $100,000 mortgage for Calvary No. 3 was settled two years ahead of schedule. In 1982, Rev. Bailey’s declining health forced him to relinquish his duties, thereby ending his 32-year pastorate at Calvary. Rev. Bailey went home to be with the Lord on October 11, 1983.

In July 1983, Rev. Keith Cook accepted the call to pastor Calvary after serving as an Associate Pastor since November 1982. During his five-year pastorate, Rev. Cook reorganized the Order of Worship, introduced Bible Study classes, and increased the number of staff musicians. The Family Task Force and Theater Ensemble were organized as well as installation of a central air conditioning system under Rev. Cook’s administration. The Constitution and Bylaws were revised in 1987. In the same year, Calvary celebrated its 100th Anniversary with a special banquet at Scott’s Manor in Orange, New Jersey. In 1988, Rev. Cook left Calvary to relocate to Virginia.


The Joint Boards, under the leadership of Deacon James Robinson, Sr., Trustee Samuel Greene, Sr., and the Associate Clergy, governed the church during the vacancy of the pastorate. After more than two years, the Pulpit Search Committee recommended that Rev. Glenmore Bembry, Jr. from First Baptist Church in Jersey City become Calvary’s next Pastor. He accepted and the congregation called him to serve on October 14, 1991. During his time as Pastor, Calvary expanded its ministerial staff with Associate Ministers, serving in areas of Christian Education, Youth Evangelism, and Visitation. The Women’s and Men’s Ministries were also formed to focus on spiritual growth of the congregation. The formation of Children’s Church and after school tutorial programs were enriched outreach to youth in the church and community. A church van was also purchased to shuttle members to and from services, as well as office equipment to produce bulletins and assist staff with administrative tasks. In addition, Rev. Bembry led delegations of Calvary members on two trips to Israel and the Holy Land. Rev. Bembry left Calvary in 2001 for Trinity Baptist Church in Brooklyn, New York. Later that year, one among us was chosen. The Pulpit Search Committee recommended Rev. Joseph Oniyama, one of the key members shepherding Calvary through a period of adjustment, to serve as Pastor. Rev. Oniyama was called to pastor Calvary in October 2001 and installed as Pastor a few months later in February 2002. Rev. Oniyama is recognized for organizing spiritual retreats for the congregation, annual training sessions for leaders and Sunday School teachers, as well as new member fellowships. In coordination with the Media Ministry, intermediate and advanced computer classes were offered to members and their families. In 2004, Rev. Oniyama led a delegation of youth and chaperones to the Baptist World Alliance (BWA) in Hong Kong followed by a youth missions retreat to Jamaica in 2007. The church believes in the Great Commission to “Go into all the world and preach the Gospel.” (Matthew 28:20) Delegations from Calvary also attended the 2010 BWA in Hawaii and South Africa in 2015. Rev. Oniyama received the Lilly Endowment National Clergy Renewal Program award in 2005. As a result of this honor, Rev. Oniyama inspired the congregation to form small groups with the purpose of community outreach based upon the teachings of Rick Warren’s 40 Days of Purpose and 40 Days of Community programs. Burdened with a passion to serve others, members of one of the “40 Days” groups began the Food Pantry and Soup Kitchen Ministry that currently serves over 200 persons weekly at the Calvary.


In 2012 Calvary purchased a new fifteen passenger Church bus. The bus is used to transport senior citizens, youth, and other members to Sunday morning church services, excursions to other churches for fellowship, choir

rehearsals

and

Calvary-sponsored

outings. The Church bus has been a part of the East Orange Memorial Day Parade for many years. Another memorable event that took place in 2012 was the ordination of the first female Reverends at Calvary – Rev. Ella Coriner Johnson, Rev. Robin Greene Webb, and Rev. Geraldine Clark. 2013

brought

another

milestone!

At

the

Annual Church Conference a recommendation was made for Rev. Robin Greene Webb to become the Assistant Pastor of Calvary. The recommendation was met with a unanimous vote of support. As a way of taking the Gospel outside of the four walls of the church, in September 2017, “Strong in the Lord,” a weekly broadcast of Calvary Baptist Church began airing on WBJL Radio located in Roselle, New Jersey every Sunday from 8-9 A.M. The broadcast can be received using iTunes, computer, smart phone and a dial-in phone number. At the 2017 Annual Church Conference a Constitutional Amendment was proposed by Pastor Oniyama to replace the Joint Board of Deacons and Trustees with an Executive Committee. Indeed Calvary has been blessed by the Lord with a rich and illustrious 130-year history of anointed pastors and leaders, inspirational preaching and an uplifting Music Ministry; and, most importantly a dedicated Christian congregation.




Sunday, October 29, 2017 • 2PM - 7PM

Master and Mistress of Ceremonies Mr. Patrick Anderson, Jr. and Trustee Hazel Fuller

Welcome ................................... Trustee Samuel Johnson & Jonathan Oniyama Invocation .....................................................................................Deacon Robert Jones, Sr. National Anthem ......................“Star Spangled Banner” - (Francis Scott Key) Negro National Anthem ................................................ “Lift Every Voice and Sing” (James Weldon Johnson) The Occasion .............................................................................Trustee Kathleen Thomas Liturgical Dance............................................................................................... Dance Ministry LOOKING BACK AT CALVARY #1 Musical Selection ...................................................................Miss Ényla Latta, Violinist Entertainment ......................................................................... Willie Brown and Friends Grace ..........................................Reverend Robin Greene Webb, Assistant Pastor

Bon Appétit LOOKING BACK AT CALVARY #2 A LOOK AT CALVARY #3 Musical Selection ..............“I Am Redeemed” - Deacon Norman Abraham Special Awards ...................................................................................................................................... Closing Hymn ......... “We’ve Come This Far by Faith” - (Albert A. Goodson) Remarks ................................Reverend Dr. Joseph Oniyama, Senior Pastor

Let ’ s Dance

Music… Ronnie D. Jae


THE MEN’S MINISTRY The Men’s Ministry celebrates and congratulates Calvary Baptist Church for 130 years of dedicated service to God

“The Church That Christ Built…” ~Matthew 16:18 Trustee Samuel Johnson, Men’s Ministry Chairman

THE WOMEN’S MINISTRY

Congratulates

 Calvary Baptist Church on celebrating 130 years of ministry  Women in Agreement “Again I say to you, that if two of you agree on earth about anything that they may ask, it shall be done for them by my father who is in heaven.” Matthew 18:19

WOMEN’S MINISTRY EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Seated: Diana Hutchinson, Trustee Hazel Fuller, Trustee Karen Mosley, Chair Standing: Ashley Salter, Co-Chair, Trina Smith, Trustee Marilyn Clinton


TRUSTEE MINISTRY

Congratulations to

Calvary Baptist Church Rev. Dr. Joseph Oniyama, Pastor on our

130th Anniversary!!! from The Calvary Baptist Church Trustee Ministry Ms. Yvette Salter, Chairlady Mr. Sam Johnson, Vice-Chair Mr. Clarence A. Osborne, Secretary Ms. Juanita Dupree, Treasurer Mr. Paul Aderinto, Chaplain Mr. Walter Allen (deceased) Ms. Phyllis A. Bowen Mr. Dodd Britton Ms. Marilyn Clinton Ms. Hazel Fuller Mr. Augustus Koiquatt, Sr. Ms. Nikkia McClain Ms. Karen Mosley Ms. Kathleen Thomas Mr. Douglas Vanceah “And the sons of Israel, the priests, the Levites and the rest of the exiles, celebrated the dedication of this house of God with joy.” Ezra 6:16


Congratulations

to Rev. Dr. Joseph Oniyama, members of the clergy, all ministries and the entire branch of Zion on the celebration of our 130th Anniversary.

“ We’ve Come This Far by Faith”

THE DEACONESS MINISTRY OF CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH

Seated: Susan Abraham, Armelia Grooms Standing:Yvonne Shannon, Rosemarie Shell, Jacqueline Allen, Barbara Newsome, Jacqueline Anderson, Evelyn Jones, Marva Ishmael, Angela Hawkins

Deaconess Evelyn Jones, President Deaconess Yvonne Shannon, Vice-President Deaconess Jacqueline Anderson, Treasurer Deaconess Verlene Olson, Secretary Deaconess RoseMarie Shell, Sunshine Club Deaconess Marva Ishmael, Sunshine Club (Asst.)

Congratulations Calvary To God be the glory for 130 years!

THE HOUR OF POWER Deacon Edwin and Deaconess RoseMarie Shell & Family


Seated: Norman Abraham, Edwin Shell Standing: Dale Britton, Anthony Nimley, Eric Olson, Gerald Newsome, David Eddie Jones, Robert Hawkins, Robert Jones, Lafayette Smith

THE DEACON MINISTRY OF CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH GIVES ALL THE PRAISE AND GLORY TO OUR LORD AND SAVIOR, JESUS THE CHRIST FOR HIS FAITHFULNESS AND GUIDANCE THROUGH 130 YEARS OF WORSHIP & SERVICE Deacon Gerald Newsome, Chairman Deacon David Eddie Jones, Vice Chair

To God Be The Glory


Congratulations and

God’s continued blessings on our Church’s 130th Anniversary We greet you with a smile on our faces and We serve you with a grateful heart! THE GREETERS AND HOSPITALITY MINISTRY

Congratulations

to the visionaries and all our members for 130 years. When praises go up, blessings come down! We thank God for all His blessings. THE RAYS OF LIGHT MINISTRY Rev. Ella Coriner Johnson Kathleen Thomas Diana Hutchinson Hazel Fuller Inez Appling Phyllis Cabiness Caroline Dennis Odell Hammond Joyce Hill


The Joint Ushers Ministry Congratulates Calvary Baptist Church on OUR 130th Anniversary! “Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for by doing that some have entertained angels without knowing it.” Hebrews 13:2 (NRSV)

JOINT USHERS MINISTRY Wendy Robinson, President

MEN USHERS

Front Row: Douglas Vanceah, Dale Britton Back Row: Clarence Osborne, Thomas Anthony, Gerald Newsome, Samuel Johnson, and Camy Dieudonne

LADY USHERS

Left to Right Wendy Robinson, Trustee Yvette Salter, Trustee Hazel Fuller, Joyce Simpson, Carol Anthony, Frances English

JUNIOR USHERS

Trustee Juanita Dupree, advisor; Rosemarie Reeves, Ényla Latta, Mercy Hargrove, Natasha Powell. Not shown: Antoinette Nimley, Anthony Nimley, Khemella Peters, Kamajah McMillan


JUNIOR MISSIONARIES

THE DANCE MINISTRY

THE CHILDREN’S CHURCH


THE SUNDAY SCHOOL MINISTRY Row 1, Left to Right: First Lady Teresa Oniyama, Wendy Robinson, Trustee Hazel Fuller, Trustee Juanita Dupree, Diana Hutchinson, Claire Warren Row 2, Left to Right: Esme Crump, Deacon Robert Jones, Deaconess Marva Ishmael, Camy Dieudonne, Trustee Paul Aderinto, Ada Aderinto

“For where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them.� (Matthew 18:20, NIV)

Congratulations Calvary on 130 Years! Thank you for being here to serve the community

and bringing people together to worship the one true God. First Lady Teresa Oniyama, Superintendent Trustee Hazel Fuller, Assistant Superintendent


THE MISSIONARY MINISTRY

Congratulates Calvary Baptist Church On our 130th Anniversary

“For I was hungred, and ye gave me meat: I was thirsty, and ye gave me drink: I was a stranger, and ye took me in. Naked and ye clothed me: I was sick, and ye visited me: I was in prison, and ye came unto me.� Matthew 25: 35-36 (KJV)


MARANATHA CHOIR

1st Row: Joan George, Deaconess Bebewu Nimley, Caroline Dennis, Deborah Brown, Deaconess Marva Ishmael, Jasmine Horne, Fatuma Reeves; 2nd Row: Ada Aderinto, Thomas Anthony, Sherol Hylton, Chantal Charles; 3rd Row: Samuel Kabakole, Issac Grigsby, Andrew Davis, Benjamin Smith. Not shown: Trustee Hazel Fuller

MEN’S CHORUS

Front: Samuel Mappy, David Fuller, Trustee Dodd Britton, Dadu Reeves Back: Malcolm Kodjo, Issac Grigsby, Samuel Kabakole, Thomas Anthony

MUSIC STAFF

Back: Dadu Reeves, Minister of Music Front: Samuel Mappy, Choir Director


CONGRATULATIONS CALVARY ON 130 YEARS OF SERVICE TO THE EAST ORANGE COMMUNITY THE CHILDREN AND GRANDCHILDREN OF

Samuel and Thelma Greene REMEMBER OUR LOVED ONES AND THEIR SERVICE TO CALVARY

Robert L. Greene 1915-1954 Prencie Howard Greene 1888-1967 Flora Melvin Roberson 1907-1980 Thomas Greene, Jr 1917-1992 Rosa Lee Greene Robinson 1908-2000 Odessia Greene Wells 1911-2008 Thelma Roberson Greene 1927-2013 Samuel Greene, Sr 1919-2014 Gone but not forgotten, they are always in our hearts and are remembered daily. May their memory be for a blessing.

Drs. Beverly Greene & Margaret Charmoli Sandra Greene Pasley Robert Pasley & Syreeta Harvey Jennifer Pasley & Melinda Skinner Samuel, Jr., Carla & Gabrielle Greene Lawrence W. Greene


In Loving Memory of Deacon James B. Robinson, Chairman Emeritus Deaconess Sara Louise Robinson “It Is Well With My Soul” Every one of you shall revere his Mother and Father and you shall keep my Sabbaths. I am The Lord your God. Leviticus 19:3

You’re Forever in Our Hearts, Lovingly Submitted by Your Family


In Loving Memory of

Leon Baron Jemmott Former Minister of Music and organist at Calvary Baptist Church, where he served with excellence conducting as many as 6 choirs for over 45 years. Respectually submitted by, Sister Glenna M. Hinton

“The steps of a good man are ordered by the Lord: and he delighteth in His way.� Psalm 37:33


“I was glad when they said unto me, ‘Let us go into the house of the Lord!’” Psalm 122:1

To God Be the Glory! Our family is humbled and blessed to call Calvary Baptist Church our church home.

Trustee David Alvin Stevens and Missionary Maggie Cora Stevens raised us all with a solid foundation of, “On Christ The Solid Rock We Stand.” Serving God and His church is who we are! We love Calvary and THANK GOD FOR KEEPING HIS HOUSE FOR “130” YEARS. Brother Dennis and Minister Debora’ L. Stevens-Falcon



In Loving Memory of Our Beloved

Deacon James Shannon October 4, 1926 - February 12, 2002

“Gone But Not Forgotten.”

“Wherefore by their fruits ye shall know them.” Matthew 7:20 Congratulations Calvary on our 130th Anniversary

Deaconess Yvonne Shannon Trustee Yvette M. Shannon-Salter Yvonne M. Shannon Ashley M. Shannon-Salter


In Loving Memory of

Trustee Raymond Smith and

Mrs. Mettie Smith President of Lady Ushers Founder of the Ushers Cooperative Group

Ann Smith and Lily Smith Daughters Minister Reneé Brown Johnson Granddaughter

“We owe it all to God and Calvary”


THE FAMILY OF THE LATE:

ELIZABETH, FRED & HELEN WRIGHT FENNER CONGRATULATES

Calvary Baptist Church on their 130th Anniversary

Dolores Wright Harris, Vicki Fenner Lewis, James & Stanley Fenner, Nathaniel Lewis Tommy & Lisa Harris

***************** “LET YOUR LIGHT SO SHINE BEFORE MAN THAT HE MAY SEE YOUR GOOD WORKS AND GLORIFY YOUR FATHER, WHICH IS IN HEAVEN” AMEN! MATTHEW 5: VERSE 16


FROM THE CHURCH ON THE HILL To THE CHURCH ON THE CORNER IN LOVING MEMORY Of

The Gordon & Webster Family And

Deacon Leroy Webster and Deaconess Elaine Webster God’s Blessings to Calvary Baptist Church Submitted by Annie Van Clief



The Calvary Baptist Church Family Congratulates The Calvary Baptist Church On your 130th Anniversary in Ministry to God’s People Our continued prayer is for God to use you for Kingdom building and to God’s Glory.

This is our foundation…

Worship • Word • Witness CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH 10 Martin Luther King Avenue Morristown, NJ 07960 (973) 267-0136 (tel.) (973) 898-1971 (fax) www.calvarybc.org

Dr. Jerry M. Carter, Jr., Senior Pastor





The Sayakon’s Kitchen

Congratulates the Pastor, Rev. Dr. Joseph Oniyama and the Calvary Baptist Church Family on its 130th Anniversary May the Almighty God continue to bless this great church. PROPRIETOR, SAYAKON GEORGE

The Honorable Britnee N. Timberlake President of THE ESSEX COUNTY BOARD OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS

Congratulates CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH on their 130th Anniversary And Extends Her Best Wishes To Reverend Dr. Joseph Oniyama, Sr. Pastor “As we have therefore opportunity, let us do good unto all [men], especially unto them who are of the household of faith.” Galatians 6:10 KJV

NATIONAL COUNCIL OF NEGRO WOMEN, INC. Section of the Oranges

Congratulates Calvary Baptist Church on 130 Years in the ministry. “In Unity There Is Strength”



Deacon Robert Jones, Sr. and Mrs. Valerie Jones

Congratulate CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH on its 130th Anniversary


CONGRATULATIONS

to CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH on your 130TH CHURCH ANNIVERSARY!

May you continue to grow in grace and wisdom as a unified body of Christ. God bless and keep you is our prayer.

Mt. Olive Baptist Church of East Orange Celebrating 125 Years 1892-2012

11 Ashland Avenue, POB 1059, East Orange, NJ 07019 973-673-3321 (Phone) • 973-673-3470 (Fax) E-mail: mobc2@verizon.net Website: www.mountolivebaptisteo.org

Rev. Michael J. Jordan, Pastor

“CHRIST OUR MESSAGE, SOULS OUR MISSION”


THE ROBINSON FAMILY HONORS AND GLORIFIES KING JESUS THE CHRIST!

We are a joyful military family who STANDS on the promises of the The Holy Bible - The Inspired Word of God! We pray that God The Father blesses Calvary Baptist Church when we lift up His Only Begotten Son, The Lord Jesus Christ, so that all men will be drawn unto Him! John 5:23; John 12:32; John 17:3; 1 John 4:15; 1 John 5:1; 1 John 5:20; Revelation 19:16 (KJV)

Minister Major Pamela Robinson (center); daughters 1st Lieutenant Kenya McIndoe, and Dominique McIndoe.



Congratulations to Calvary Baptist Church on your 130th Anniversary To God be the glory for great things He has done.

With Love From

The Newsome Family Deacon Gerald Newsome Deaconess Barbara J. Newsome Alnisa D. Newsome Tempest A. Newsome Autumn Jean Newsome Phaedra Briane Foreman Skye Lane Newsome Gerald Sincere Newsome Montrell Legend Newsome Nafiys Dashon Elijah Destiny T’yanna Elijah Isaiah Dashon Elijah Ivy Renae’ Newsome Elijah Jade Rose Newsome Elijah


Historical Society of East Orange, Inc.

“Preserving the Past for the Present to Prepare for the Future� Congratulations and Best Wishes To the historical Calvary Baptist Church on your 130th Anniversary May your light continue being a beacon to this community and beyond. Lucius A. Bowser Founder (Deceased)

Goldie T. Burbage President


THE HUTCHINSON FAMILY

Congratulates

Calvary Baptist Church on their 130th Anniversary

Diana Hutchinson Denise Hutchinson Anjannette Hutchinson Jayden Hutchinson


Congratulations Congratulations to Calvary Baptist Church to the on yourForce 130th Paterson Task &Anniversary! Their Honorees! “Serving with Excellence”

Cushnie-Houston

“Serving With Excellence” Cushnie-Houston John B. Houston FUNERAL HOME

Triboro

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Experience The White Glove Service


THE ABRAHAM FAMILY

Happiness Happiness in Calvary Baptist Church began October 1961 when the first child was 10 years old and now in 2017 is 66 years of age, the mother was 32 and the father 37. The children pictured above attended Sunday School, sang in the choirs - while the father sang in choirs, served as a Trustee and became a Deacon while the mother served as an Usher and Deaconess and in the meantime developed the character of our four children. Family is the BOND that unites Individuals TOGETHER with the golden ribbon of LOVE. Family SUPPORTS each other through good times and bad. Like the never ending universe, family has no end. It exists with steadfast love through belonging and Believing in each other. FAMILY ENDURES FOREVER. The Abraham Family congratulates Calvary Baptist Church on 130 years of service for the Lord and within the City of East Orange, NJ


Deacon Norman & Deaconess Susan Abraham ● Mr. & Mrs. Henry T. Appling ● Henry “Hank” Appling Jr. ● Zuri M. Appling ● Hilary Barnes

(CBC

Financial

Secretary)

Reverend

Geraldine

Clark,

(Moderator, Essex Association ABCNJ) ● Muriel G. Crenshaw ● Vincent Crenshaw ● Shirley Cutler ● Frances Charmaine English ● Nia Haynes ● Joyce D. Hill ● Glenna Hinton ● The Hutchinson Family ● Ernestine Jackson ● Mrs. Fatuma Johnson ● Jemuel Johnson ● Justin Johnson ● Trustee Samuel Johnson ● Keelan Rae McKelvey ● Reamon McKelvey ● Tiffany Joy Francis McKelvey ● Bettie R. Montague ● Karen C. Mosley ● Ethel Richards ● Wendy Y. Robinson ● Deacon Lafayette Smith ● Joyce Simpson ● Mena Walsh



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