BGC Closure

Memorial Day | Monday, May 27

e-Message From The Hill Newsletter (eMFTH)

Ed. 05.03.2024

Living in FAITH | Living in FELLOWSHIP | Living to SERVE

LIVING FAITHFULLY & FULLY IN CHRIST

SERMON SERIES ON DEMAND

Service times: 8a/10a/1215p (virtual)

Livestream/FB/YT | @baptistgrovenc

Communion Sunday: Every 1st Sunday

EXPERIENCE LIFE IN JESUS

MEMBER & COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

Click HERE

HAPPY BIRTHDAY

to all those born in the month of

MAY

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO YOU!

Whether you are celebrating a Wedding or Baptism Anniversary, the day you accepted Christ or another major anniversary, we celebrate with you!

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We celebrate the intergenerational nature of Baptist Grove Church!

"Youth is a gift of nature, but age is a work of art." Garson Kanin, A Laugh a Day, Day 118

Congratulations

Sis. Susie Acklin

Sis. Acklin is a graduate from the esteemed Tennessee State University. As a TSU Vintager (50 year graduate), she will be participating in the spring commencement of Tennessee State University. Commencement is on May 4, 2024 at William Jasper Hale Stadium at 9am in Nashville, Tennessee.

Black History 365

Celebrating "Uncommon" Accomplishments

John Shippen

(December 2, 1879 – May 20, 1968)

What did John Shippen do?

John Shippen was an American golfer who competed in several of the early U.S. Opens. Born in Washington, D.C., he was the son of a former slave and Presbyterian minister, John Shippen Sr. and Eliza Spotswood Shippen, and is believed to be the first American-born golf professional. Read MORE

What is the John Shippen tournament?

The John Shippen National Invitational is a series of three golf tournaments in May and June aimed at highlighting and providing playing opportunities for Black golfers. The winner of each event will qualify to play in the event the following week on the LPGA or PGA tours.

Leveling the playing field

What was the name of the first African American golfers association?

The United Golf Association (UGA)

The United Golf Association (UGA) was founded in the mid-1920s to provide African American golfers with an opportunity to compete on an organized tour. At the time they were barred from the Professional Golfers' Association (PGA) tour. MORE HERE

BLACK HISTORY 365

Our history goes far beyond the 28 days in the month of February. For the last 4-years, the eMFTH has been featuring BH facts weekly, which is a testament to how much history we have. Keep joining us weekly as we continue to explore and highlight Black History 365!

Memory Scripture 2024:

The Fellowship of the Believers

42 And they devoted themselves to the apostles' teaching and the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers. 43 And awe[a] came upon every soul, and many wonders and signs were being done through the apostles. 44 And all who believed were together and had all things in common. 45 And they were selling their possessions and belongings and distributing the proceeds to all, as any had need. 46 And day by day, attending the temple together and breaking bread in their homes, they received their food with glad and generous hearts, 47 praising God and having favor with all the people. And the Lord added to their number day by day those who were being saved.

Acts 2:42-47

Our Yearly Theme & Scripture

THIS IS CHURCH:

Uncommon Community

NEW SERMON SERIES | THIS SUNDAY

NEW BIBLE STUDY SERIES

Pt. 1 - 4Giveness: For Your Sake | Watch HERE

WEBSITE CALENDAR & SAVE-THE-DATES

Noonday & Adult Bible Study (Wednesdays)

Life Groups Begin | May 1

IGNITE YA Brunch & Bible | May 6

LHFP | May 11

Mother's Day | May 12

Intergenerational Brunch | May 18

Children's Choir Rehearsal | May 18 & 25

Speaking Engagement (Pastor) | May 22

Speaking Engagement (Pastor) | May 23

Youth Lock-in | June 14-15

Father's Day | June 16

Children's Ministry Day Camp | June 22

Graduation Sunday | June 30

MEMBER & COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

Life Group Cycle #2 | May 1-July 31

(Registration begins this Sunday April 21)

Rooted Facilitators Needed | Email HERE

An Online Experience for our Long Distance Family

"...a space for our BGC family members who live outside the Triangle area to build community, serve, and do life together with others – no matter where they're located." Learn more @ baptistgrovechurch.org/bgcanywhere

BGC CARES for you!

A caring ministry that expresses God’s love to our BGC church family in tangible ways.

BGC Cares is a ministry where members care for members in uncommon ways. Make sure your information is up-to-date in Elexio so you don't miss out on the family love. Update your info HERE .

Don't have your log in credentials? Email life@baptistgrovechurch.org and the administrative team will be happy to help!

For more details about BGC Cares, email bgccares@baptistgrovechurch.org

outREACH | Are you Living to Serve?

APRIL OUTREACH CALENDAR

The Life Harvest Food Pantry (LHFP)

Matthew 25:31-40 ... is an anchoring scripture for our ministry, and it is no coincidence that God has "chosen" each of us to serve the least of these in our local AND global communities.

The Life Harvest Food Pantry has launched their NEW monthly newsletter

English Version | Spanish Version

REQUEST A RIDE

Pastor Akinbinu's Upcoming

Speaking Engagements

05.22 @7pm

First Baptist Church (Revival)

210 Village Drive, Lexington, NC

05.23 @7pm (Revival)

First Calvary Missionary Baptist Church

240 Fields Drive, Sanford, NC

07.23 @ 7pm

Springfield Baptist Church (Revival)

4309 Auburn Knightdale Road, Raleigh

08.05-08.07 @ 7p

Poplar Springs (Revival)

6115 Old Stage Road, Raleigh

DISCOVERY CHILDREN'S MINISTRY (K-5th)

Discovering the Word

Current Series

Preschool: I Can Do What Jesus Says!

Memory Verse: Let your light shine -Matthew 5:16 NIV

Elementary: COOKOUT: It's Worth The Wait

Memory Verse: Wait for the Lord. Be strong and do not lose hope. Wait for the Lord. -Pslam 27:14 NIrV

Learn more. Join the Discovery Children's Ministry on 1st, 2nd & 3rd Sundays.

Questions? Email HERE

CHILDREN'S CHOIR

We believe that music is a powerful tool for nurturing faith, fostering creativity, and building a strong sense of community. We invite your children, grades K-5, to join this exciting musical journey.

Children's Bible Study

RESUMES IN MAY

Wednesday @ 6:30pm | via Zoom

Not getting the invite, email life@baptistgrovechurch.org

THERE'S MORE & It's Free:

To help you grow in your knowledge and relationship with Christ, you can also access helpful videos on Right Now Media for Kids! This is a free resource to all members of Baptist Grove Church. Ask your parents to help you find it! rightnow MEDIA KIDS Access HERE

YOUTH (Middle/High)

Being equipped for authentic relationship with God.

Have you ever questioned your worth? Who are you? Well, know that you are FEARFULLY AND WONDERFULLY MADE (Psalm 139). Join the Youth as they dive deep into this topic. Check out the Youth Newsletter and Youth webpage for more information.

If you missed last week's TRANSFORMING YOUR MIND ... you can find the topics in the Youth Newsletter. Stay tuned for next week's topics!

Youth Newsletter | Youth Webpage

Middle School & High School Life Groups will resume in May.

IGNITE Young Adults ages 26-39

Get connected, email life@baptistgrovechurch.org

NEW MEMBERS | Welcome to the BGC Family

We are grateful to God for the continued growth at BGC. We are here to walk alongside one another as brothers and sisters in Christ for support and to share the Word of God.

New to BGC? Let's walk together. Here's what's next ...

Visit Member Resources on our website
Download the BGC App | BGC App
Download the App and login to the Church Database | Elexio Community - Need your Elexio login credentials? Email life@baptistgrovechurch.org
Sign up for RightNow Media (it's free to members of BGC)
Register for your new member's classes | Start Here and Rooted
Take your Spiritual Gifts Assessment HERE (under Member Resources)
Want to know about Baptism? Email HERE
Looking to use your gifts | Volunteer Sign Up
Questions/Looking for something not listed? Email Life@baptistgrovechurch.org

SAVE THE DATE: This October 2024 will mark the 149th Anniversary of Baptist Grove Church. Last year, we had a two day celebration that spanned the generations in games, food, fashion, fellowship and more. We have some exciting history for you to enjoy. Take a look at our past, present and future. "Hands Strengthened by God" Neh 6:9 -- More to come!