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Second Baptist Church, Inc. Evangelical Orthodox Communion Bishop Wm. La Rue Dillard, PhD 925 So. Shamrock Monrovia, CA 91016
Nadine O. Harris, Founder/Chief Editor Ferrari Y. Green, Production & Design Precious Flemings, Writing Editor Sherry Joiner, Operations & Distribution Contributing Consultants: Eric Johnson Jessie Anderson / Vera Reeves / James Etta Harvey Peggy LaBon Stephanie Porter
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Mission Statement econd’s Gazette serves as a monthly newsletter to inform the congregants of valuable information happening on the campus of Second Baptist Church and in the community, as well as spotlight individuals and events that edify our parish church, but most importantly; glorifies the name of Jesus Christ.
minister was asked to speak at the anniversary of the founding of a local church. Probably the most important statement the pastor made was this:
Here, yesterday, today and tomorrow meet For workers who dream And dreamers who work. Think of the founding members of the church, the church of yesterday. They built the foundation. Concerning the church at Corinth, St. Paul said, “I planted” [this Corinthian church] (1 Corinthians 3:6, nrsv). Those who responded to the Gospel in Corinth were “the plants” so to speak, the first members of the congregation. Paul went on to start other churches, but he did not leave those first Corinthian congregants to flounder alone. He left Apollos to water the new plants. “I planted,” wrote Paul, “Apollos watered, but God gave the growth” (1 Corinthians 3:6, nrsv).
Robert Anderson Robert Hamilton Rasheedah Ruffin
The church of yesterday began to include the church of today, and in time there would be the church of tomorrow. The seed of the great Gospel had been planted and the soil was good enough to bring forth more members.
Children’s Church Staff:
The result was church workers. “Workers who dream” — workers who caught the vision and turned to work on behalf of God’s kingdom. They were workers who tried to make the dream a reality. They were dreamers who work.
Jaylyn A. Harris
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No church can survive without workers who dream great dreams. And no church can grow in good health without dreamers who work for the church of today and for the church of tomorrow.
We welcome your comments. Contact us at: Secondsnewsletter@gmail.com
Second Baptist Church Schedule of Worship Services Sunday Morning Services 10:45 AM Sunday Church School, Baptism and New Member’s Orientation Classes from 9:45 AM—10:30 AM ————————————————— Ordinance of the Lord’s Supper Celebration is served every First Sunday after the 10:45 AM Worship Service and at 4:45 PM in the Sanctuary ————————————————Mid-Week Bible Study and Prayer Services Bible Study, Prayer, Praise, and Testimonies at 10:45AM & 6:45 PM On Wednesdays Except Holidays Second’s Gazette
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The Key of the Day
Prayer should be the key of the day and the lock of the night.
Special Appeal to Parents and Grandparents, See Page 25.
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Sons and Daughters of My Flock, Grace to you! Congratulations on celebrating 115 years as an established Christian Church of the Evangelical Baptist Faith here in the city of Monrovia. “I have reason to glory in Christ Jesus in the things which pertain to God. For I will not speak of those things which Christ has not accomplished through me, in word and deed…” (Romans 15:17-18).
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e, the Saints of this parish, are inheritors of a noble, established holy faith. The First Congregants endured under hard trials back in 1902, but they remained steadfast, faithful, and true to their belief with pride.
Today we celebrate March 4, 1902, with joy and pride for what the Lord has done. I am grateful as I serve as the 15th Under-Shepherd of this parish, and I do so with much pride in what the Lord has accomplished under my seer-ship over the past 43 years. Is it wrong to be proud? We talk so much about the evil of pride, how can we be proud in the sense of being satisfied without the sin of pride? When we think of the present and God call upon this holy band of Saints to carry on the legacy by building on the foundation of the First Congregants’ ambition, we can understand from a clearer translation of the Greek meaning from the text. What is suggested is a formula for creative pride. “So, do not become proud, but stand in awe” (RSV). Without Christ Jesus, we can do nothing of any value. God spoke through Paul, and Paul spoke of the same quality of pride in his Epistle to the Corinthians; and yet at the same time, he exposes the wrong kind of pride. Pride is a sin whenever it prompts us to play God over ourselves or anyone else. We, Saints can afford to play God only if we are willing to assume the responsibilities of God, and that’s frightening indeed! While we celebrate, we recognize God’s gifts in us, or the Saints, and in other people we love or the things we do. Then there is a deep sense of gratitude that issues in creative pride. Thank God for the Second Baptist Church Congregants who take pride in their parish church by laboring righteously for God! Amen. Until He Comes, I Am Serving Christ Joyfully, Bishop Dr. Wm. LaRue Dillard Parish Under-Shepherd
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he Diakonos Ministry of Second Baptist Church is available to parishioners to help Bishop Dillard with members concerns and needs. Feel free to contact your representative below. The Diakonos are assigned alphabetically by last name. We are available to “Pray with You”, “Consult with You”, and “Assist You” in any way we can to help you in your Christian walk.
A—Robert and Jessie Anderson
I-J—Ellis and Thelma Johnson
B—Dennis and JoAnne Craig Betty Brown, Arlethia Craig
K-L-N-O-T—Lonnie and Josephine Stokes, Terrence Williams
C—A G Harrison, Shirley Robinson
M—Chuck and Martha Williams Melva Hill
D—James and James Ella Harvey P-Q—Carrie Walker E-F—Ron and LaVonne Husband Adrienne Hurst
R-S—Larry and Renee Willis
G—Minnie Manning, Valeria Burwell
UVWXYZ—Robert Hamilton,
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Do You Know Her Name?
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xcelling in Research and Weather-Casting, this woman was the first trail-blazer for Black women in Meteorology broadcasting. Her name is June Bacon-Bercey.
Bacon-Bercey was born and raised in Wichita. She earned her bachelor's degree in 1954 from the University of Kansas and her master's degree in 1955 from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). She earned a Masters of Public Administration (MPA) from the University of Southern California in 1979. After earning a degree in Meteorology in the 1950’s she became the first Black female weather broadcaster after assuming the position at a television station in Buffalo, New York. Because of her outstanding broadcasting, she was honored as the first Black American and the first woman to earn the American Meteorological Society’s Seal of Approval for excellence in television weather casting. Throughout her career, Bacon-Bercey spent time in government service, working for the National Weather Service and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Agency. She has also worked in weather research and forecasting, weather-casting, and public affairs. She is a founding member of the American Meteorology, Society Board on Women and Minorities. After decades in the field of meteorology, Ms. Bacon-Bercey retired and became a consultant and an educator where she encourages and mentors young women and minorities to pursue degrees and careers in meteorology. Dr. Precious Born October 23, 1932
**Excerpts for this article were obtained from www.mayoclinic.org; Wikipedia 2017.
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he eyes of the Lord are upon us” (Genesis 6:8), but Noah found grace in the eyes of the LORD. Revelation 4:8 talks about the four living creatures, each having six wings and they were full of eyes around and within; and they did not rest day or night saying, “Holy, holy, holy, Lord God Almighty, Who was and is and is to come!” The world wants us to see it, but the Lord wants us to keep our eyes on Him because He has His eyes on us! Since I’ve been living with a “sober mind” for the last 25 years, I can see now how my thinking was so abstract (or should I say crazy). Just as I see how people today, even in our government, thinking is and can be abstract. The Bible tells us “to be transformed by the renewing of our mind.” Everything that happens begins with a thought! “More will be revealed” is one of NA’s mantra, so we have learned to watch and wait, change will happen, and it will be in our favor! I am using the month of March (as I do every month) to encourage us; that what we see is not the whole picture; and the Lord is still on the throne! I love you, and you can’t do a thing about it!
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any already know some of Second Baptist’s history. We have spoken frequently about the men God called to pastor here, the edifices that were constructed and our move from our first building a few blocks north of here to this place - 925 South Shamrock Avenue. Some of our current members were present when Second Bap-
tist was remodeled and when additional structures were built on this property. This year we want you to learn about some of our WOMEN. After God created man, He also made a woman to help carry out His plan. We never want to forget the pastors who stood in our pulpit but we also want you to remember the women who cared for and inspired them to lead us.
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Moved from Davis St. to Shamrock Ave. in 1925
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Deaconess Pinky Watkins-Founder
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econd Baptist’s 13 men and women founders met at the Watkins’ home located at 423 E. Maple Avenue. In 1902, they started holding prayer meetings there. We are grateful to Deaconess Watkins for the role she played by giving us a place to start our history 115 years ago.
First Lady Josephine Allensworth
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osephine Allensworth was the wife of our first pastor. She was born in Kentucky in 1855 and became an accomplished pianist, organist and music teacher before marrying a prominent Baptist minister, Reverend Allen Allensworth, in 1877. They were blessed with two children.
After the Colonel’s retirement as an U.S, Army Chaplin in 1906, she and her husband led the founding of Allensworth, California an all-black town in Kern County. Her husband was killed in 1914 by a motorcyclist here in Monrovia. First Lady Allensworth moved to Los Angeles in 1922. Her granddaughter attended SBC’s 100th Anniversary Banquet. (1855-1938)
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Mother Fannie M. Goodwin
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other Fannie M. Goodwin was short in stature but a giant figure in our history. She was born in July 2, 1894 in South Carolina and married Simmie Goodwin August 8, 1912. They moved to Monrovia California on June 18,
1922. That same year the Goodwins joined Second Baptist Church. They were a faithful leadership duo in our Deaconship Ministry for years until his passing on July 17, 1962. Mother Goodwin donated $10,000 to our Building Fund. That “seed” was planted and inspired us to step out on faith and have a multi-purpose building
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erected. We moved in on January 15, 1994. “Not equal giving but equal sacrifice” allowed us to pay off a 30-year $1.6 million mortgage 15 years early. On November 11, 2006 we burned the Fannie M. Goodwin Building mortgage. Proof positive that stepping out on faith and relying on God is indeed the SBC way.
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va Etta Newton and her twin brother, Earl–a future SBC deacon- were born in Prentice, Mississippi in 1911. Her husband, Rev. George Godfrey Bailey, was our 12th and 14th pastor. The building next door – G. G. Bailey Fellowship Hall - is named after him. It was built in 1970 and
this sanctuary was later remodeled using many of the dollars raised from food and baked goods made by First Lady Eva and the women of SBC. Preachers who came to run our revivals and preach here never went to hotels. They stayed in the Baileys’ home at 1233 South California Avenue. Mother Bailey was one of three women who broke ground for the our newest building on February 1, 2001. She lived to see it erected. God blessed her with 5 children, 20 grandchildren, 45 great-grandchildren and 11 great-great grandchildren.
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First Lady Betty Gay Dillard
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ince 1974, this talented, inspirational woman has been the First Lady of Second Baptist. Born in the month of July in Sanford, Florida, she was the first of 16 siblings. She married Dr. Wm. LaRue Dillard, SBC’s 15th and current pastor, and joined SBC in 1974. For the last 43 years, Lady Betty has been a choir member and soloist, led our Praise teams, taught Sunday School, been an avid Prayer & Bible Study attendee, and served in our Missionary, United Women’s Fellowship Guild and Pantry ministries. A renowned soprano with extraordinary vocal range, we are so blessed to listen to her melodies, look upon her beauty and learn from her examples. She is the only woman who birthed a child while her husband was pastoring this church and has added to our congregation in a very special way. Now that her children have given her grandchildren, Second Baptist ministries continue to grow. Through Bishop Dillard, his “Apple Blossom” and their immediate family we have two more generations in place, 5 children and 3 grandchildren so far, to carry on this church’s legacy. We salute our First Lady Betty Dillard. Thank you for caring for Bishop our Miracle on Shamrock Avenue and helping him come back to the pulpit with a new heart!
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U.S. First Lady Michelle Obama ne of the women who has a place in our history never came to Second Baptist in person to worship. But we celebrate Michelle Obama because of who she is – the wife of the first African American president of the United States of America. She never came here but some 85 of us from
Second Baptist went to the White House to visit. She was born in Chicago in 1964. She graduated cum laude from Princeton University and received a Juris Doctorate degree from Harvard Law School and is the wife of the 44th President of the United States. For the past eight years, she inspired many of us to take care of our bodies, to cherish and feed our children healthy food. Michelle got us to wear pearls again. She represents elegance and family. She is beautiful, BLACK and made people all over the world PROUD. She and Barack Obama are blessed with two daughters.
2017 Miss Children’s Church-Katherine
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ur hope for Second Baptist’s future rests with young leaders like Katherine, our 2017 Queen of Children’s Church. She was born in Upland. California in 2008 and is a 3rd grade student. Science is one of her favorite subjects and the 23rd Psalms is her favorite scripture. Katherine wants to be a veterinarian when she grows up. Leadership starts with the very young at Second Baptist. Our future will require prayerful leaders like Pinky Watkins, fearless pioneers like Josephine Allensworth, persons with work ethics like Eva Bailey, the generosity of Fannie Goodwin, the intellect of Michelle Obama, and First Lady Betty Dillard’s love of God, family and commitment to Second Baptist Church – qualities our SBC queens all seem to embody. Queen Katherine 2017
Queen MyReeanna 2016
Queen Jaylyn 2015
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Queen Madison 2014
Queen Christa 2013
Queen Paije 2012
Queen Raeyani 2011
QueenLailah 2010
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Whenever Bishop walks across our campus it should remind us of how God keeps blessing SBC so we can bless others.
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n 2017, SBC is grateful to God for its 115 years of existence; to Bishop Dillard for his 60 years of preaching and 43 years of pastoring here; to Diakona Nadine Harris - Founder of Second’s Gazette and Brother Newt Oliver for using their God–given talents to help us with the visuals to commemorate our church anniversary by partnering with our historians, Mother Lois Gaston and Sister Tinisha McDonald.
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Rise up, O woman of God In what He has given you, The things God has laid on your heart, Rise up, go forth, and do Unlock what God has placed within, The potential you have inside The world is waiting for your release To expand your wings and fly Arise in your God-given gifts For this is your finest hour Arise in the Lord's holy might, Ignited and empowered For God is calling you to come forth To impact this world for Him, Don't hold back or limit yourself Let His power arise within And take His message to the world To those that have lost their way, For you can surely make a difference If you'd hear His voice and obey You shall be strengthened in the Lord As you begin to arise, Conquering those doubts that pull you down And believe who you are in Christ For you shall surely be transformed As, in you, God increases more And become a woman of true excellence Bringing honour to her Lord. Š By M.S.Lowndes Second’s Gazette
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Preserve me , O God, For in You I put my trust, Psalms 16: 1
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ow does alcohol and drug dependency develop? This is a common questions and the focus of this discussion. There are various problematic life situations in which stress may cause an individual to develop an alcohol or drug dependency. Drug dependency begins with the building of tolerance for a specific substance.
With alcohol, dependency is developed by building a tolerance over the course of many months or possibly years. According to Kinney, (2009)," With continuous regular alcohol use over an extended period, predicable changes take place in the body. With repeated exposure to alcohol the central nervous system (CNS) adapts to its presence in increasing amounts. Over the long haul the body requires a larger dose to induce the effects previously produced by smaller doses" (p.66). The constant use of alcohol that results in tolerance produces dependency. Because of the extended period of time many in which tolerance develops, many individuals may do not recognize the addicting process. In this situation there is a definite storm developing. With substances other than alcohol drug dependency may develop differently. These drugs can include but is not limited to Cocaine, Marijuana, Opiates, Methamphetamines, Hallucinogens, Prescription drugs, MDMA (Ecstasy/ Molly), and Inhalants. With these drugs dependency development can have behavioral and physical aspects. According to Sadock and Sadock, (2010), " In behavioral dependence substance seeking activities and related evidence of pathological use patterns are emphasized, whereas physical dependence refers to the physical (physiological) effects multiple episodes of substance use" (p.381) The various storms that can occur in our lives may cause us to consider a variety of ways to handle or solve our problems. Many individuals turn to alcohol and drugs to handle their problems. It is not what we depend on, but rather who we depend on. The Lord stands ready at all times to save, rescue, protect, and guide us through whatever storm that we may be passing through. We only have to ask. Alcohol and drug dependency occur over time. In the same time frames our trust and dependence upon the Lord can also be developed. I Will, Love You, O Lord, my strength. The Lord is my rock, and my fortress and my deliverer; My God, my strength, In whom I will trust; My shield and the horn of my salvation , my stronghold . Psalm 18:1,2 Stephanie Porter, BS MS MFTI email/ stphnporter0@gmail.com Reference: Saddock, J, Sadock, V. (2010) . Kaplan & Sadock's synopsis of psychiatry behavioral science/ clinical psychiatry (9TH ed.) New York, NY: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
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ALLERGIES!!!
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t was such a beautiful day, the sun was shining, birds were singing and the hillside was finally green. I stepped outside to enjoy God’s wonderful creation. Olive trees must be pollinating. Oh well, I can see the wondrous creations from inside …. Achoo! Allergy season is here!!!
Allergies start when your immune system mistakes a normally harmless substance for a dangerous invader. The immune system produces antibodies that remain on alert for that particular allergen. When exposed to that particular allergen again, the immune system produces chemicals that cause allergy symptoms. The tendency to develop allergies is genetic. If one parent has allergies you have a 1/7 chance of developing allergies. If both parents have allergies, your risk of developing allergies increases to one third. Allergy symptoms usually start between the ages of 4-5. Seasonal allergies may present symptoms similar to a cold, and sometimes it is difficult to tell the difference. However, there is one clue to look for; you never have a fever with seasonal allergies. Seasonal allergies include hay fever, insect stings, drug allergies, food allergies, atopic dermatitis and latex allergy. Each one presents different symptoms. With seasonal allergies, the onset usually starts in spring and continues through summer and fall. Seasonal allergies are caused by exposure to pollens. Symptoms include watery itchy eyes, runny nose, sneezing, stuffy nose, itchy throat and the roof of the mouth, and coughing. These symptoms last longer than a cold because they are triggered each time you are exposed to pollens. Food allergies may be caused by eggs, tree nuts, wheat, soy, shellfish, and milk. Food allergies may cause tingling in the mouth, swelling of the lips, tongue, face or throat; hives and a very serious condition called anaphylaxis. Insect sting allergies may be caused by bee stings or wasp stings. The sting produces a large area of swelling at the sting site, itching or hives, coughing, tightness in the chest, wheezing or shortness of breath, and possibly anaphylaxis requiring immediate treatment. Drug allergies particularly penicillin may cause hives, itchy skin, rash, facial swelling, wheezing, and anaphylaxis. Atopic dermatitis is an allergic skin condition also called eczema and may cause the skin to itch, redden, flake or peel. Latex allergy is caused by contact with latex or inhaling latex powders and can cause skin, and respiratory symptoms. Latex allergy may also cause anaphylaxis. Some types of allergies including food allergies, insect stings and drug allergies have a potential to trigger a severe reaction known as anaphylaxis. This is a life threatening emergency requiring immediate medical emergency attention. Signs and symptoms of anaphylaxis include drop in blood pressure, severe shortness of breath, light headedness, rapid weak pulse, nausea or vomiting, and possible loss of consciousness. Seek medical attention immediately with this! This article does not include all allergies, but the most common. Allergies can be serious. I recommend to see a medical doctor if you have allergies, because knowledge gives one the ability to recognize symptoms and take the appropriate action. Ecclesiastes 7:25 states, “Seek out wisdom and the reason of things.” Your Sister-in-Christ, James E. Harvey, RN
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Mother Mae Lean Buckley Sunrise: October 22, 1930 Sunset: December 24, 2017
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other Buckley was born in Mississippi; lived and passed away in Nevada but her home and heart was in California. Mae Lean was born October 22, 1920 in Oak Vale, Mississippi. Her parents were Kelly Smith and Ruby Lee Jagers Smith. She attended Evergreen Elementary at New Zion Church, 7th and 8th grades at Mount Olive School, and Prentiss Institute high school. She and her brother, Jerome and sister, Jackie w ere raised in a Christian home. She was baptized at an early age at Spring Hill Missionary Baptist Church in Prentiss where Reverend Lumzy, Sr. was the pastor. On January 6, 1955 she married Virgil Buckley who preceded her in death. He had been her schoolmate at Prentiss Institute and afterward served in the US Army during the Korean War. Their union lasted 54 years until his passing on May 2, 2009. Their son, Eric Shevel Buckley, also preceded her in death. Mae Lean and Virgil joined Second Baptist Church February of 1958 under Pastor George Godfrey Bailey. They were faithful members and generous financial stewards who consistently attended Sunday School, Prayer & Bible Study, Vacation Bible School and for decades served as ushers. She served in a number of ministries. She was employed at the City of Hope Medical Center in Duarte for more than 30 years before retiring. Her favorite book was the Bible. She studied God’s Word and relied on its teachings. A major interest of Mae Lean’s was politics. She kept informed about issues in her community, county, state, nation and the world. She not only listened to the news, she voted. Mother Mae Lean Buckley is survived by her son, Retired United States Air Force Master Sgt. Floyd Patrick Buckley of Riverdale, Utah, a nephew, Jerome Smith, Jr. of Henderson, NV; a granddaughter, US Army Veteran Cyntavia Rena Buckley of Fort Walton Beach, FL, two great grandchildren; a stepson, Samuel Parkman (LaVerne) of Prentiss, MS; and a host of family and friends who mourn her passing and cherish her memory.
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What You Need:
Graceland Music presents E Prince & Savyola in a brand new single titled – ‘Champion’. The Victor Tlife produced single was inspired by the need to let every believer recognize that we are ‘Champions’ through the Word of God. The young and vibrant duo aims to redefine the Gospel music scenery, affect lives and spread the Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ through their God given artistry and ministry.
LOVING The Oscars are over, and no they were not “So-White” this year, but still needs improvement in the area of diversity, recognition of women as directors and producers, screenwriters, and best actor or actress. However, I do have a movie pick for the month and it is: “LOVING,” starring Ruth Negga as Mildred Loving. The story is set in the early 60s and is the true story of Richard and Mildred Loving, an interracial couple who faces discrimination and bigotry in the state of Virginia. The couple faced many challenges during their marriage and fought for their love and the right to be married all the way to the Supreme Court. This is an amazing story about love and selflessness. I am glad that God is no respecter of persons. Available at the movies and on certain cable networks! Second’s Gazette
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What You Need To Do: Instead of throwing your toilet roll into the trash save it and cover it in peanut butter. Then roll it in bird seed. Thread string through the roll and hang where you can watch the birds eat it.
Zip It empowers readers to put into action the advice and commands of Scripture concerning the tongue. The New York Times bestselling book Keep It Shut covered many topics, including anger, truth-telling, people-pleasing, our digital tongues online, and gossip. Because there are more than 3,500 verses in the Bible that relate to our words and our silence, Keep It Shut only scratched the surface of these issues. Karen Ehman now takes a deeper look and offers practical how-to’s that will inspire you to use your words to build, to bless, to encourage, and to praise. Each of the forty interactive entries includes a Scripture verse focus for the day, a story or teaching point, and reflection questions with space for readers to write their answers and thoughts. Each entry ends with both a challenge that will help you carry out the directive in the verse and a prayer prompt. Rather than a traditional devotional, the entries in Zip It build upon each other, equipping you with new habits in how to, or not to, use words.
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To My Love, I pray for your well-being and thank God for your love and commitment to our family everyday. The love you give to me as a husband, a friend, and the head of the household is a beautiful thing. Even on our worst day I wouldn’t want to be with anyone else. I love you and are happy to be your wife! If I had told you 10 years ago…..LOL! Your Wife for Life, Mrs. Green
AT CHILDRENS CHURCH PRACTICING BELLS TO PERFORM FOR 2ND SUNDAY Submitted by: Jaylyn Harris, March 1, 2017 Second’s Gazette
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The Crazy Lady Jaylyn A. Harris Wins 6th Grade Poetry Contest
The crazy lady walked down the street, with her puppy at her feet, She walked to the bus stop but didn’t get on, Next thing you know, her puppy was gone, Where could he be, was he here or there, She couldn’t find him, he wasn’t anywhere, The lady was crazy so she called out, for she didn’t know what the whole thing was about, There the puppy was right behind her, And he was so very happy to find her! Written By: Jaylyn A. Harris (West Covina Christian School)
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Presented by Mission of Mercy and Teens In Progress Ministries
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