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8 Bayview ReModeled Renovations to the Sanctuary and MLK 13 Meet the Mothers of Bayview Bridging the Gap and Providing Support 15 Bayview in Action Highlights of the Year 16 Let’s Celebrate! 55th Church Anniversary 21 IMPACT Groups From Large to Small 25 Paving Great Futures A Closer Look at the Founders 32 Bayview in Business Building Wealth; Sharing Our Faith 38
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Bayview RE-Modeled by Deborah Fitch Bayview is currently undergoing a series of remodeling projects. One of the projects includes reconstruction of the sanctuary stage to reflect and accommodate modern technology. The changes to the sanctuary stages were initially declared in Bayview’s 2013 vision statement and was reinstated by Pastor Brooks following his call to be the Senior Pastor of Bayview. The Sanctuary Stage is undergoing upgrades in every area including the installation of new projectors to increase the quality of sound and new lighting to reflect various moods. Bayview’s administrative consultant explained that the updates to the sanctuary stage is to help reach a younger generation by bringing the equipment up to a higher standard and allowing senior members to adapt to modern technology. The sanctuary is not the only structure at Bayview that will be receiving an upgrade. The MLK building will also be advancing in its technology through the installation of the former sanctuary equipment to allow for a quality worship experience for ministries utilizing the MLK building. Cameras and projectors are also being installed to accommodate overflow crowds from the sanctuary with a goal of completion prior to Resurrection Sunday services. Upgrades to the MLK building will help the church become more competitive and flexible to accommodate external 8| Jan/Feb/Mar/Apr - Issue 3 - 2018
community events and organizations such as smaller churches that want to hold events in the building rather a hotel banquet hall. Another large project being implemented at Bayview pursuant to Pastor Brooks’ vision is the Daily Bread Marketplace. The Daily Bread Market place is a food pantry grocery store experience. Recipients shopping at the Daily Bread Marketplace will have a shopping cart and can shop for food items similar as being in a grocery store, except all items are free. The space reserved for the market place has expanded to three times the size of Pastor’s initial vision resulting in a 1,200 square foot mini market. Construction has already commenced on the marketplace and is due to be completed in June 2018.
The individual behind the concepts and designs of all the church remodeling projects is Beatrice Kemp and her design firm B. Kemp Interiors. Beginning with the initial remodeling of the sanctuary under Pastor Timothy J. Winters, Sister Kemp has been the lead for every remodeling project at Bayview including the incorporation of individual theater style seating in the sanctuary, the remodeled bathrooms in the sanctuary and MLK building, as well as the design of the Holy Groundz Café. Future projects sis. Kemp will be implementing at Bayview include a dressing room for visiting artists and dancers, storage space for the Christian Boutique, and storage and unloading space for the Daily Bread Marketplace. The current projects at Bayview would not be possible without Pastor Brooks’ vision and sis. Kemp’s designs. Sis. Kemp’s says her work at the Church is a passion and calling that’s motivated by her love for both God and Bayview Baptist Church. She considers her remodeling work at the church as a part of her tithe to the church and wants to continue to pass that blessing on to the church and its members. The Bayview family is so blessed for Sis. Beatrice Kemp’s dedication to the remodeling projects at Bayview!
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MEET THE MOTHERS OF BAYVIEW by Donnita Warner African American women have long been regarded as the backbone of the black Baptist church. Many of these women have been called upon to be the church mothers and provide guidance and support to families in the church, as well as be a mother to those who are without a mother. To revive this tradition and recognize the women that have been that pillar of faith for others at Bayview, Pastor Brooks held a special ceremony Mother’s Day 2018 in which he consecrated
the new mothers of Bayview. There were (#) mothers appointed including, (bottom from LtoR) Jamesine “Jamie” Polk, Verlene Anderson, Delores Simpson, Clarice Armstrong; (top from L to R) Willa Worthem, T.J. Johnson, (Pastor T), and Marion “Bunny” Gary. Bayview is certainly thankful for the extensive contributions and dedication our new mothers have to Christ and the Bayview family!
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From Large to Small by Sis. LeShay Shaw and Bro. Steven Beard In 2015, Senior Pastor Terry Wayne Brooks, had a vision for small groups to be incorporated at Bayview. His goal for implementing small groups derived from the fellowship of believers in Acts 2:46 of the Bible. His goal for the small groups would be to better foster an atmosphere of fellowship between the Bayview family and the community by creating a safe place for healing, growth, support, and the sharing of God’s word. To make his vision a reality, Pastor Brooks recruited a beta group of eleven people to assist him in developing a small group ministry for Bayview. The group worked diligently to develop the foundation, structure, and meeting format for the small group ministry. With a lot of prayer, studying of God’s word, particularly Acts Two, and the retrieval of necessary resources, the group developed a foundation centered around bible study, group discussions, shared experiences, prayer, and worship. With the foundation of the small group ministry established, God continued to speak to Pastor Brooks’ heart to the extent that his vision for small impact groups evolved into a mission aimed at developing a better relationship with Christ, uniting the community through the sharing of God’s word, and participating in community outreach opportunities. To define the missions of the small groups, Pastor Brooks came up with the formula, Evangelism + Outreach= Missions. After a year of strategic planning, Pastor Brooks and the beta group developed a structure and acronym for the small group ministry called I.M.P.A.C.T, which stands for:
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by Donnita Warner Barry Harris Jr., Jay Bowser, and Armand King know all too well how young men, especially within the African American demographic succumb to the crime driven street life in southeast San Diego. While growing up together in this very same community, Harris, Bowser, and King were subjected to the ongoing cycle of gang violence, drug dealing, procuring, and other crimes. The unfavorable conditions the three friends experienced as young men, led them each on varying paths in their lives leading into adulthood. Fortunately, by God’s grace and mercy, the three friends reunited and used each of their life experiences to create a program that breaks the stereotypes placed on African American men and women in their community. As a child, Harris’ parents moved the family to southeast San Diego to escape the rugged streets of Los Angeles. Little did his parents know, they had moved to a community where the streets were just as rugged.
“Southeast San Diego is just as notorious for gang area and problematic areas as Los Angeles if you’re not on your P’s and Q’s.” (Harris)While growing up, Harris witnessed many of his classmates end up in prison or dead at a young age as a result of their illegal involvement on the streets of southeast San Diego. Witnessing the fall of young black men in his community, Harris refused to be a product of the lifestyle he was exposed to. As a result, Harris graduated high school and moved away from San Diego to attend college at on an academic scholarship at Virginia Union University in Richmond, VA. While in college, Harris played football and graduated with his Bachelor’s degree in 2003. Following his undergrad, he worked for a few years in the corporate as a director in the Behavioral Healthcare field. He eventually decided to broaden his ca26| Jan/Feb/Mar/Apr - Issue 3 - 2018
reer opportunities by returning to college for his graduate degree. In 2009, Harris graduated from the prestigious, Howard University with a Master’s degree in Business Administration. Throughout his time living away from San Diego, Harris continued to stay connected with King. King often communicated with Harris about the disadvantages and issues taking place in San Diego and how he would like Harris’s help to build back the community. Harris was inspired by King’s idea and decided to return to Southeast San Diego to help bring change to his community. Since his return. Harris is still employed in the healthcare field and is the President and Chief Executive Officer of Paving Great Futures. Born and raised in Southeast San Diego, Bowser was also exposed to the constant criminal activity taking over his community. From childhood up until his senior year in high school, Bowser had managed to stay out of trouble and stayed focused on school with earned him acceptance to Morehouse University. Unfortunately, Bowser never had the chance to attend Morehouse because following high school, he was arrested and served jail time. Subsequently, he had become a product of the lifestyle he was exposed to as a child. Following his release from jail, Bowser was limited on opportunities and resources to overcome the statistic he had become. As a result, he became involved with gang activities and began dabbling in the hustle of drug dealing in his very own neighborhood. “I spent most of my life terrorizing the community of Southeast San Diego.” (Bowser) Outside of hustling, Bowser was known in the community for promoting music events such as Hip-Hop and Reggae concerts in which he would often partner up with King. Although Bowser helped build the morale in his community through his work in the music industry, he still couldn’t rid himself of the illegal dealings and gang life that also lowered the morale in his community. Once the business of promot-
ing musical events fizzled out, Bowser’s eyes were now open to the idea that he could make money the legal way. However, Bowser didn’t exactly know what his next steps would be to implement a legal business. As a result, he returned back to hustling fulltime to earn a living. Eventually Bowser received a rude awakening when he witnessed a series of six friends killed and a series of ten friends indicted on criminal charges in the period of one year as a result of same activities he was involved in. “What I witnessed was the injustice in our community as well as in the criminal justice system.” (Bowser) During this time, Bowser was in ongoing communication with King, so he was aware of the ideas King had to help save their community. Bowser was reluctant about King’s business plan until one day Bowser watched in the courtroom as one of his young protégé’s was convicted of murder. Knowing that his actions influenced many of his friends even his protégé to meet their fate,
Bowser made the decision to turn his life around and no longer be a product of the harsh streets of Southeast San Diego. As a result, he stopped hustling left the gang life and began making an honest living by working in the printing and garden supply trade. He also partnered with King and Harris in developing Paving Great Futures. Bowser’s decision to turn his life around and help his community opened so many doors for him allowing him to gain the resources and training he needed to be the successful business men he is today. Bowser now works as a licensed financial service professional for Mass Mutual and other brokerage firms and is the Chief Financial Officer for Paving Great Futures. Like Bowser, King was also born and raised in Southeast San Diego. On his own since he was seventeen years old, King was misguided into the world of procuring and drug dealing within his community. In an attempt to get on the straight and narrow, King joined the Air force and was stationed away from his hometown at Eglin Air force Base in Florida. Unfortunately, King’s old habits found a way to catch up with him causing him to join in on the drug trade business in Florida. King’s illegal dealings eventually caught up with him and he was arrested and sentenced to three years in prison. While serving prison time, King received word that his best friend was murdered in the streets of San Diego. His friend’s death was the first event that caused King to think about his actions and how detrimental it could be to his life and the life of others in his community. Fortunately, after King’s release, he had a mentor to deter him from returning to the activities that had landed him in prison. This mentor provided King with a place to stay, food, as well as a managerial position at a fish and chips restaurant. The resources King was provided with after his release from prison placed King in a position
in which he was straddling the fence of whether to turn his life around or to return to his illegal dealings in the streets. Unfortunately, while battling with this decision, the restaurant where King was employed had closed down. This caused King to stray back to life of procuring and drug dealing. It wasn’t until he was thirty years old that King God had planted a seed of change in King’s heart, causing him to
who exposed King to better opportunities and resources outside the options of gang activity and drug dealing in his community. As a result, King began developing an idea to give back to the community and help other young African American men that have recently been released from the penitentiary and who are at risk to succumbing to a life of crime in the community. “I didn’t quite know what
grow tired of the illegal activities he had taken part in for most of his life. With God nudging him to turn his life around, King finally submitted, and decided to start fresh and take a job at a fast food restaurant. “I hated having to start over, but I didn’t want to go back to doing the wrong things, so I had to humble myself do what I had to.” In his new journey, King applied the ambition he used to in his illegal business on the streets to his new job in the restaurant business. His hard work paid and ambition paid off, resulting in him being promoted to manager within two weeks of hire. Reflecting on how he turned his life around, King thought of his mentor
my plan would be, but I just knew that I wanted to help the homies, but so many young men in southeast San Diego identify having a successful business with drug dealing, but they never had the resources or mentor to show them that they can apply those skills to create their own legitimate business, so my vision was to provide them with these resources plus more.” (King) King knew that in order to bring more resources to help build his community, he needed resources of his own. As a result, King shared his vision with his longtime friends Harris and Jay and convinced the two men to partner with him on project. When developing a business plan for
the program, the three friends came together and thought of resources that their community was seriously lacking and that resources were greatly needed for at risk youth to succeed. These resources were comprised into six core competencies to which the organization would be founded on. The six core competencies include entreprenuership, job-readiness, financial literacy, financial life skills, community service, and civic engagement. Harris, Bowser, and King felt that with these core competencies, they would be equipping young men and women with the resources they need to have a great future, hence the name, Paving Great Futures. Now operational since 2012, Paving Great Futures or PGF, is a non-profit organization that incorporates various different programs based on the six core competencies. One of the largest programs for PGF is C.H.A.M.P. which stands for culinary, hospitality, administration, Management program. This program provides young men with the skills needed to be successful in the culinary, hospitality, administration and business management industry. The program also trains young men on the skills needed to move up to management positions in their industry as well as skills to be successful entrepreneurs. Once participants have completed the C.H.A.M.P. program, they have the option of receiving on the job training in the Champion Catering service program. This program provides catering services to different businesses in the San Diego area and also helps fund the PGF organization through its earnings. Other programs made available by the organization is L.A.C.E.D., or leadership and civic engagement development. This program enlightens young men and women about the political and economic issues that they are faced with in their community. It also empowers young adults to be leaders in their community to help overcome these obstacles. Other programs under PGF include 28| Jan/Feb/Mar/Apr - Issue 3 - 2018
F.L.I.P., or financial literacy investment program which educates young men on how to make informed decisions regarding their finances and financial resources such as investments, real estate, life insurance and credit development. Harris, Bowser, and King each believe that they have a responsibility to save the lives of the troubled youth in Southeast San Diego and break the stereotype placed on African American men and women. “The media and society often depict African Americans as dumb and animals, but we’re not dumb, we’re not animals, it just that the opportunities and resources we need to succeed have never been there… so of course we’re in the condition we are in, and that’s where we are striving to change, it’s our job to give back and reach out and build up our community.” In missions to help rebuild their community, PGF has broken down more barriers by partnering with Bayview to provide their services to the community and the church. Pastor Brooks met Harris, Bowser, and King after witnessing the exceptionalism of food and service that was provided at a community banquet catered by Paving Great Futures. Learning the about the core competencies and mission of the organization, Pastor Brooks was inspired by their dream, drive, and determination. “What I saw when I first saw what PGF was doing, was three guys that wouldn’t accept the statistics, nor the stereotypes, so they got out to prove the system wrong.” (Pastor Brooks). Although Pastor Brooks was not born and raised in San Diego, he could identify with the disadvantages there are in Southeast San Diego during his time living here. Witnessing the limited resources, Pastor Brooks wanted to help build back the community in which the majority of his Church family resides. However, he didn’t quite know how to navigate the needs of the community until he partnered with Paving Great Futures. “I was drawn to their determination
because I have that same determination, so I think it was my job to lock arms with them for us to help the community together.” (Pastor Brooks) Since their partnership, Paving Great Futures and Bayview have collaborated on various community events in the past year including, “A Day of Love.”, in which a Thanksgiving meal was prepared and served to families in the community as well as the development and operation of the Holy Groundz Café and other Bayview events catered by PGF. Harris, Bowser, Armand and Pastor Brooks have a reciprocal appreciation for one another and the partnership they have established between their organizations. All four of the men plan to continue to collaborate on future events in order to bring change to the community of Southeast San Diego.
Paving Great futures has been a great benefit to the community of Southeast San Diego. In the past year Bowser, Harris, and King have achieved many accolades including the launch and completion of four of their programs, C.H.A.M.P., L.A.C.E.D, F.L.I.P. and Flippers Fish and Chicken which is a catering service food truck created by participants of the C.H.A.M.P. program. The organization has also participated in various community service events including providing gifts and meals to ten families on Christmas 2017, and raising funds to buy and giveaway Thanksgiving turkeys to families in during Thanksgiving season. As a result of Paving Great Future’s positive impact on the community, the organization was awarded the Organization of the Year award at the 22nd annual Jackie Robinson Gala. Harris, Bowser, and King are truly grateful to God for turning their lives around and allowing them to use their experiences to change the lives of others in their community. The three men desire to continue their work in the community through strengthening and developing programs for not only adults but middle school aged children as well. One of their latest projects is to partner with Bell Middle School to implement a food pantry for underfed students. PGF also wants to help at risk youth through continuing their annual Youth Hip Hop Summit
that serves as an experience to promote advocacy, education, creativity, and other fundamental needs in the music industry for ages 12 to 17 years old. The three friends’ long-term goals for Paving Great Futures is to inspire others to become more involved in changing the community as well. “Hopefully we can wake up brothers and sisters in our community to raise up other generations.” (Armand) Harris, Bowser, and King’s lives are certainly a testimony of how it doesn’t matter who you are, where you’re from, or what you’ve done, God has a way of using turning our lives around and using our past mistakes and unpleasant experiences to mold us into the people he wants us to be in order to serve a greater purpose.
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The day was filled with fun, family, and fellowship during the launch of the first annual “Bayview in Business” ministry expo held on April 29, 2018. Members of Bayview had the opportunity to learn about products, services, and even network with other industry professionals. “We have so many resources right here at Bayview that we can use to help one another,” said Sister Belita Butler, the ministry leader and event coordinator for Bayview in Business. The event showcased over fifteen local businesses spanning nearly every category of trade including, cosmetology, real estate, le32| Jan/Feb/Mar/Apr - Issue 3 - 2018
gal services, art media, food, and even clothing and apparel. Sis. Butler explains that the ultimate goal of the new ministry is to provide Bayviewites with direct resources when seeking certain products and services, opportunities for business owners to further achieve their business goals, and guidance to members who are looking to build a business of their own. The ministry will soon be releasing a Bayview in Business directory so that members know how to contact the businesses that they are seeking services from. “Be on the lookout, because there are so many awesome, creative, and
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smart business owners here at Bayview,” says Sis. Butler. That said, if you’re looking for someone to help you purchase a home, tailor a new wardrobe, or even satisfy that craving for some good ole’ soul food, your Bayview family has the resources you need.
List of Businesses AUVIEN Allyson Swan BLACK GAL’S SOUTHERN SOUL FOOD Valry Carroll EN POINTE COUTURE Debra Roy ERISA NICOLE Erisa Blackmon EVENTS~ABOVE & BEYOND Belita Butler GREENWOOD MEMORIAL PARK Rebecca Atuatasi, Community Service Counselor HAYNESKID.COM T. J. Johnson HERM & HERM GRILLING Hermon Brooks Herman Collins JOHNSON ELECTRIC & SUPPLY Andre Johnson KEARNEY PEARSON FORD/KIA Anthony Lacey LEGAL SHIELD, INC. Mark Jones LEGAL SHIELD, INC. Walter Hearvey MARY KAY SKIN CARE Millicent Scott, Independent Sales Director
MARY KAY COSMETICS Regina Bishop, Independent Consultant MARY KAY SKIN CARE Wanda Maxwell, Independent Consultant NEU FLAVOR ICE CREAM James Fort QUE88 PHOTOGRAPHY Quintin Carson ROBIN SIMON Robin Simon SHELA GORDON Shela Gordon SHIRLEY’S COMPANION & LITERACY Shirley Horn THE GWEN COMPANY Gwendolyn Jordan VIA HOLISTIC SOLUTIONS Via Thomas WATSON & ASSOCIATES Priscilla Watson, Regional Vice President
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AUTISM: NO FAMILY LEFT BEHIND by Seraya Campbell and Donnita Warner Bayview goes “Blue for You” in honor of National Autism Awareness Month According to new data released in 2018 by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 1 in 59 children (1 in 37 boys and 1 in 151 girls) have been identified as having Autism Spectrum Disorder. Autism is a mental disorder that develops during early childhood. Children and adults that have Autism often struggle with communicating, interacting with others, and may demonstrate obsessive and repetitive behaviors such as insistence of sameness, fascination with spinning objects or lights, repetitive language, repetitive self-injury, and ritualistic behaviors. To recognize individuals struggling with Autism, the month of April is reserved as National Autism Awareness Month. In support of Autism awareness, Bayview held its very own special service at 11:00 a.m. on April 22, 2018, called “Blue for You.” The service was comprised of a sanctuary filled with people wearing different shades of blue in honor of Autism awareness. During the service, Pastor Brooks inspired the theme, “Winning with Autism” and presented a special gift and prayer for all families who have children and others family members living with Autism. “Blue for You” was a reminder to families winning with Autism that they are not alone and have the love and support of their Bayview Family! https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/autism/
data.html retrieved 6/13/2018 “We have two children with Autism where one child is more severe than the other which makes things a bit more challenging, but we rely on God to give us strength, guidance and patience, to handle the challenging situations.” “Having a child with Autism may be scary to many parents, but parents must remember that our children are gifts from God and
God wouldn’t have blessed us with these children if he knew we couldn’t give them the love and care they need.” “Sometimes parents are in denial that their child may have signs or symptoms of developmental challenges, but having these challenges doesn’t mean they cant overcome them.” “I strongly encourage parents to monitor their children for signs and symptoms of Autism,
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The IMPACT group ministry launched its first campaign called, “Miracle of Mercy” on Sunday, November 6, 2016 with a total of twenty-eight small groups. Since the launch of the first IMPACT group series, the original number of small groups have grown to over fifty groups throughout San Diego and surrounding counties. The ministry has even expanded to cities in the state of Nevada, Michigan and Louisiana. As of April 2018, Bayview launched its latest small group series called “A Place to Belong.” The series consists of Bayview’s very own study guide and DVD study featuring Pastor Terry Wayne Brooks. IMPACT Groups provide the opportunity for a large church to become small by taking the church outside the walls in meetings places within homes, work places, college campuses, and other small locations. The purpose of the intimate setting of small group meetings is to help build meaningful relationships through our connections with the others including our neighbors, co-workers, family, and friends. At the end of each campaign, the groups are encouraged to commit to continued fellowship and mission work. Spending quality time together as a group will develop a bond of fellowship that will last a lifetime. Belonging to an IMPACT Group can work wonders and transform lives!
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