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NEW PROSPECT MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH
Rev. Dr. Wilma R. Johnson, Senior Pastor
6330 Pembroke - Detroit, MI 48221 - (313) 341-4883
Administrative Office – Mon. – Fri. 9:00a.m. – 5:00p.m. (313) 341-4204
Fax (313) 341-4203 - TTY for the Deaf Community (313) 341-4200
Reach Pastor Johnson at (313) 999-2053 or Toll Free: 1 (866) PSALM 91 (772-5691)
Pastor Johnson’s Email: [email protected] - Twitter: @joylighthouse
Radio Outreach AM 1200 – WCHB – Tune in on Sundays at 1:00 p.m.
Website: www.newnpmbcunity.org (Live Video Streaming)
“Prayer Conference Call” and Morning Devotion
Monday – Friday promptly at 9:11 A.M.
Dial: (712) 432-0075 * Participant Code: 949399#
“The Church Where The Spirit of Unity Abides”
“SECOND SUNDAY IN LENT”
SHARE THE LIGHT SUNDAY
MARCH 16, 2014 * 7:30 a.m./11:00 a.m.
Order of Celebration
Devotion and Call To Worship ..............
Opening Hymn of Praise .........................
Prayer of Invocation/Confession ...........
Scripture ................................... Psalm 121
.......................................... Matthew 17:1-9
Show Some Love .......................................
Invitation To Share Your Offerings .......
Offertory Prayer .......................................
Prayer of Intercession .............................
Musical Selection ......................................
The Preached Word ...................................
Invitation to Discipleship .......................
Benediction and Blessing .........................
Prayer of Invocation/Confession
O God, who formed us as part of the
church, we ask for Your presence as we
gather for worship during this time of
Lent. Enable us to see the healing
potential in this season. Teach us that
we can come to a deeper appreciation
of the resurrection if we prepare
ourselves. May this time of worship
open us to new ways You can work in
us. We confess, righteous God, that we
look everywhere we can to avoid
seeing our sin. Empower us to face
honestly the hurt we have caused, the
good we have neglected and the growth
we have avoided. Forgive us and
cleanse us. With thankful hearts and
strong wills, we go forth. We desire to
lift and glorify Your name. We need
Your guidance, Your strength and Your
wisdom. Lead us Lord, lead us. Amen.
Come, gather to worship our God who is
willing to walk in the wilderness with
us. We are not alone! Draw together,
praising God. As Lent continues, let the
waters of God's grace wash us clean.
Amen.
Enter His Gates With Praise Page 2
OFFERTORY PRAYER
Our Father, You have taught us that
our hearts will be where our treasures
are. Give us, therefore, divine grace and
the personal wisdom to lay up our
treasures in heaven. Thank You for
being a generous God. Thank You
because You are always with us in
every circumstance of life. Help us now
as we bring our tithes, mission gifts
and sacrificial offerings, because we
seek to be a blessing to others. As Your
servants, we want to build up Your
kingdom in the hearts of people. Use
our gifts in the proclamation of the
Gospel. Use us as personal witnesses
for Christ in the place where we live. In
Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
"Keep your life free from the love of
money, and be content with what you
have; for He has said, I will never leave
you nor forsake you."
Hebrews 13:5
DEBIT CARD GIVING
You can worship the Lord with your
tithes and offerings by also using your
debit card. Please visit Rm. 106 at the
end of each worship service.
ON LINE GIVING
eGiving is available for your
convenience on
New Prospect’s Website:
www.newnpmbcunity.org
THE HOSPITAL
Gregory Christmas Providence - ICU
Doris Darby Kindred
Blessed are they that mourn, for they
shall be comforted. Matthew 5:4
The Family of Valeria White
The Family of Lycester Paige
The Family of Gussie Hightower
The Family of Oberia Hubbard
Appreciations and Expressions of
Thanks have been received
from the following:
The Family of Blanche Ellison
The Family of Byron Long
BROADCASTING LIVE
Share with our church family,
especially our sick and shut-in, they
can view our Sunday Services on
our website. Click on sermons, and
then LIVE VIDEO STREAM
WEDDING ANNIVERSARIES
We will acknowledge wedding
anniversaries on the First Sunday of
each month. Both the husband and the
wife must be members of New
Prospect. Please call the church office
with your information.
Pray Without Ceasing For Our Members Page 3
MARCH 2014 - SICK AND SHUT-IN
Mattie Bullock, Westwood Nursing Center, 16588 Schaefer, Detroit 48235
Ferris Byrd, Oak Pointe Villa Nursing Home, 18901 Meyers, Detroit 48235
Lloyd Dunn, Hartford Rehabilitation Center, 6700 W. Outer Dr., Detroit 48235
Donnie Farrior, Oakwood Commons Rehabilitation, 16391 Rotunda Dr., Dearborn 48120
Dorothy Grubbs, Lasher Hills Nursing Care, 25300 Lahser, Southfield 48033
Clara Horton, Evergreen Living Center, 19933 Thirteen Mile Rd., Southfield 48076
Emma Maclin, West Oaks Nursing Care, 22355 W. 8 Mile Rd, Detroit 48219
Alberta Phillips, Bortz Nursing Center, 11700 E. Ten Mile Rd, Warren 48089
Della Lucille Reed, Medilodge of Southfield, 26715 Greenfield, Southfield 48075
Ella Roberson, Evergreen Living Center, 19933 Thirteen Mile Rd., Southfield 48076
Sarah Tinsley, Heartland Nursing Center, 6950 Farmington Rd., W. Bloomfield 48322
Baby Carter Agbugui Crystal Daviston Calvin Johnson Freeman Roquemore
Dennis Alexander Juanita DuBose Hilda Johnson Lewis Rowe
Francis Allison Barrett Dorris Laura Johnson Ruth Smith
Angel Alls-Hall Katherine Dunn Leroy Killion Delores Singleton
Annie Bailey Myra Dunn James Lee Mary Singleton
Susan Bell Wilbert Dunn Willie B. Lee Connie Stafford
Rhonda Bowens Fannie Elkins Gladys Lowe Sylvia Stafford
Shavonda Bowen Annie Ellison Gloria McKee Edward Tate
Mary Boyd K. Patricia Gilbert Juanita McMurtry Mary Tatum
Julynn Brown Glenna Smith Gray Louise Maddox Grace Tindle
Barbara Brown James Gray Roger Marable Loretta Torrence
Queenie Bruce Ruby Green Olajuwon Mitchell Lucille Trice
Lester Bryant, Sr. Latonia Hampton Lavora Morrison Castana Turner
Fannie Burrell John Harrison, II Carol Norris Ollie Turner
Tresa Carter Joyce Heath Arnett Parham Sethrida Walker
Gregory Christmas Lois Heath Martha Price Elizabeth White
Rose Marie Claytor Rudean Hill Lois E. Primas Michelle White
Delores Clowney Josephine Hollingsworth Priscilla Pugh Carmen Wiggins
Janice Coley Willie Holmes Janice Marie Rambo Bertha Wilson
George Cook Esther Holt Andrea Reason James Woods
Ronald Copeland Gladys Horton Hattie Reynolds Cora Vasquez
Ora Coleman Jessie Hunter Jeanette Riley
Tanisha Cooper Janice Hurd Mamie Rimmer
Kendal Curtis Dorothy Jameson Claborn Rogers
P.U.S.H.
Pray Until Something Happens
Prayer Changes Things
Prayer Changes People
The following 14 Persons and their families I need to
carry on my heart this week:
Lois Beard
Denise Watkins
Bernadette Walker
Francine Blackmon
Daniel Tounsel, Jr.
Crystal Thompson
Anthony Borum
Keara Borum
Angel McCullum
Jason Marzette
Imani Marable
Rudy Hobbs
Frank Gulley
Brian Gibson
Pray Without Ceasing For Our Members Page 5
CD’s of Today’s Worship Services, Shine T-Shirts and
“The New Prospective” is available in the NuRu Bookstore.
Our Bookstore will be open Wednesday before Bible Study and
Sundays after each service.
Jesus Christ was led by the Spirit into temptation's wilderness to teach us
to turn our backs on the wrong ways of the world. “Dear Jesus, please walk
with us.” Jesus Christ let go of His glory so He might hold our shattered
hearts. “Dear Jesus, please hold us.” Jesus Christ became the Bread of Life
and the Living Water to make us whole. “Dear Jesus, please fill us.” Our
Christ held nothing back from us. He poured out His life. “Dear Jesus, where
You lead us, we will follow.”
2014-2015 Weekly Bible Reading 2 Year Plan
Old and New Testament Together
March 2, 2014 – Week 10 – Luke 18 and 1 Kings 1
March 9, 2014 – Week 11 – 1 Kings 2 and 1 Kings 3-4
March 16, 2014 – Week 12 – Luke 19 and 1 Kings 5-6
March 23, 2014 – Week 13 – 1 Kings 7 and 1 Kings 8
March 30, 2014 – Week 14 – Luke 20 and 1 Kings 9-10
April 6, 2014 – Week 15 – 1 Kings 11-12 and 1 Kings 13-14
April 13, 2014 – Week 16 – Luke 21 and 1 Kings 15-16
April 20, 2014 – Week 17 – 1 Kings 17-18 and 1 Kings 19-20
April 27, 2014 – Week 18 – Luke 22 and 1 Kings 21-22
** The Nursery is open Sundays at 7:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. **
WORDS FROM PASTOR J
MONDAY – MARCH 17, 2014
10:00 a.m. – Intercessory Prayer Time
4:30 p.m. – We Sew Love Quilting Ministry Meeting
6:00 p.m. – Brother to Brother Bible Study
6:00 p.m. – Drama Ministry Meeting
7:00 p.m. – Miracle Monday Prayer and Praise Service
TUESDAY – MARCH 18, 2014
6:00 p.m. – Health and Life Ministry Meeting
6:00 p.m. – Tutorial Ministry
6:30 p.m. – NP Family Fitness ZUMBA Class (S. L. Whitney Hall)
6:30 p.m. – NP Sign Language Class
7:00 p.m. – Spirit of Praise/Choraleers Choir Rehearsal
WEDNESDAY – MARCH 19, 2014
11:00 a.m./6:30 p.m. – Devotional Message
11:30 a.m./7:00 p.m. – Pastor’s Bible Study and Prayer
5:30 p.m. – Sunday School Teacher’s Meeting
5:45 p.m. – Celestial Children’s Choir Rehearsal
6:30 p.m. – Crossroads Young Adult Bible Study
6:30 p.m. – Children’s Bible Study
6:30 p.m. – Youth Bible Study
THURSDAY – MARCH 20, 2014
11:00 a.m. – Seasoned Seniors Chair Aerobics
12:00 p.m. – Study the Word of God
6:00 p.m. – Usher Ministry #1 Meeting
6:30 p.m. – H.U.G.S. Ministry Meeting
6:30 p.m. – Women in the Word Bible Study
7:00 p.m. – NP Youth /Young Adult Choir Rehearsal
7:00 p.m. – Mighty Men of God Choir Rehearsal
FRIDAY – MARCH 21, 2014
6:00 p.m. – Liturgical Dance Ministry Rehearsal
7:00 p.m. – Married Couples Ice Breaker
SATURDAY – MARCH 22, 2014
10:00 a.m. – MORNING GLORY WORSHIP SERVICE
10:00 a.m. – NP Youth Mission Outing – Forgotten Harvest
12:00 p.m. – Mighty Men of God Choir Rehearsal
This Week At New Prospect – March 17 - 22, 2014 Page 6
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Pastor’s 15th Anniversary Banquet Tickets are now available TODAY
following both worship services in the atrium.
Miracle Monday Prayer and Praise service at 7:00pm. - EVERY
MONDAY NIGHT!
The Health and Life Ministry will meet on Tuesday, March 18, 2014 at
6:00pm. Health Care Persons, Chaplains, Nurses, and anyone that is
interested in caring for people are welcome to attend!
“THE TWO WEEPINGS” – Monday, March 17, 2014
12:00pm – Devotional Message – Min. Constance Phipps
6:30pm – Devotional Message – Min. Kim Houston
POWER WEDNESDAY SERVICES – March 19, 2014
11:00am – Devotional Message – Dr. Craig Ester
11:30am – Pastor’s Bible Study
6:30pm – Devotional Message – Min. Fatimah Blakely
7:00pm – Pastor’s Bible Study
Usher Ministry #1 will meet on Thursday, March 20, 2014 at 6:00pm.
The H.U.G.S. Ministry meeting will be held on Thursday, March 20, 2014
at 6:30pm.
There will be a Married Couples Ice Breaker held on Friday, March 21,
2014 at 7:00pm. Games, Karaoke and Light Refreshments.
The Sister-to-Sister Ministry meeting will be held on Saturday, March
22, 2014 at 9:00am.
Announcements and Information Page 7
Michigan District Baptist Association – Congress of Christian Education
presents “Morning Glory” at 10:00am on Saturday, March 22, 2014.
Location: New Prospect Guest Preacher: The President of Hampton
Ministers Conference, Dr. Claude Richard Alexander, Jr.
The New Prospect Youth Mission project to Forgotten Harvest will be
Saturday, March 22, 2014 from 10:00am to 1:00pm. Permission slips
available in the church lobby.
Celebrate Marriage Sunday will be held on March 23, 2014.
“An Evening of Hope and Healing” Women’s Worship Service will be
held on Sunday, March 23, 2014 at 6:00pm in the Wilma R. Johnson
Chapel. Celebrating Women’s History Month, five preaching women will
minister during the worship service. This service will feature “Those
Preachin’ Women” Series. All are welcome. Open to the public. Hosted
by: Faith at Work Ministries. Come expecting!!!
The New Prospect Seasoned Seniors Monthly Gathering will be held on
Thursday, March 27, 2014, 10:00am–2:00pm. Come out and enjoy Bible
Study, aerobics, lunch and fellowship.
Usher Ministry #2 Ministry meeting will be held on Thursday, March 27,
2014 at 6:00pm.
Kitchen/Hospitality Ministry meeting will be held on Thursday, March
27, 2014 at 6:00pm.
The New Prospect Youth will be in fellowship with the youth of Liberty
Temple Baptist Church, 17188 Greenfield, Detroit. Please join us for “106
& Psalm” on Friday, March 28, 2014 at 7:00pm. All are welcome to this
awesome and exciting worship service.
Announcements and Information Page 8
The Forever Young 40+ Singles Ministry invites you to a “LIGHT UP
SPRING” DINNER DANCE. It will be held At The Lighthouse, 19940
Livernois, on Friday, April 25, 2014 from 6:00pm to 10:00pm. Cost: $25.00
per person. You can purchase tickets following both worship services.
Ticket deadline: April 13, 2014.
MEALS ON WHEELS “HUNGER TAKES NO HOLIDAY.” Volunteers
are needed to deliver meals on Easter Sunday, April 20, 2014 at 8:00am.
Location Site: At The Lighthouse, 19940 Livernois. All NEW volunteers
interested in helping must submit a background check form no later than
April 7, 2014. Background Check Forms are available on the table in the
lobby and can be turned into the Administrative Office. If you already
filled out a form in 2013, you do not have to fill out another form.
It’s almost time for the Detroit Komen Race For the Cure and Team New
Prospect has already registered. The race will be held Saturday, June 7,
2014 at its new venue, Chene Park. Mark your calendars and watch the
bulletin for upcoming registration details.
NP Ballroom Lessons will be held for eight weeks beginning April 24,
2014 through June 12, 2014. Ballroom Lessons: $5.00 per couple. Watch
bulletin for more information.
Calling all New Prospect High School Seniors: Applications are now
available for the New Prospect Scholarship Award Program.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA: 1. Must be a member of New Prospect for at
least ONE YEAR. 2. Must be an active participant in a New Prospect
Ministry for at least ONE YEAR. Applications are now available on the
table in the lobby. Deadline to turn in completed applications to the
Administrative Office is MONDAY, MAY 5, 2014. If you have any
questions, feel free to contact Rev. April Hearn at 313-342-1925.
Announcements and Information Page 9
Ladies, SUMMER is just around the corner! Now is the time to get
ready. ZUMBA classes are on Tuesday evenings at 6:30pm in S. L.
Whitney. Come and join us and ZUMBA!!! The cost is just $5.00. See
you there!!!
Come and stop by the Nuru Bookstore. We have some new items;
Children Bibles and books; journals, and a new selection of boxed cards.
We now accept debit and credit cards.
The New Prospect Learning Lab is open Monday-Thursday from 9:00am-
4:00pm. We offer a GED preparation program as well as Adult Basic
Education and Computer Literacy classes. For more information a
representative will be available after service or you may call 313-862-
2387.
Tutorial Ministry meets each Tuesday in the Light Center Library at
6:00p.m. Children in grades K-12 are invited to attend. Tutors are needed.
If you would like to become a tutor, please contact the church office at
313-341-4204.
Attention Members: Additional Drivers Needed! The Transportation
Ministry provides bus service for the Wednesday Morning Bible Study
Hour and Sunday Morning Worship Services. If you need a ride, or would
like to serve on the ministry as a driver, please contact the church office
at 313-341-4204.
New Prospect Missionary
Baptist Church
Food Pantry Item of the month
*** PASTA AND SAUCE***
Announcements and Information Page 10
Psalm 27:4- “One thing I ask of the Lord, that will I seek
after… to behold the beauty of the Lord, and to inquire in
His temple.”
PRAYER RETREAT: Treasure Prayer – It is A Gift!
March 29, 2014, March 30, 2014, March 31, 2014
Prayer Rooms
Journaling
Worship
God Time
Dance Before The Lord
Silence
Jeremiah 2:32 – “Can a girl forget her ornaments, or a bride
her attire? Yet my people have forgotten Me…”
Family Lenten Journey begins…
Ash Wednesday - March 5, 2014
Journey To Calvary…
Study the WORD Together Every Wednesday for Six Weeks
March 5, 2014 to April 9, 2014
WEEK ONE
March 5, 2014 ~ “The Two Processions”
WEEK TWO
Monday, March 17, 2014 ~ “The Two Weepings”
WEEK THREE
March 19, 2014 ~ “The Two Thieves”
WEEK FOUR
March 26, 2014 ~ “The Two Hatreds”
WEEK FIVE
April 2, 2014 ~ “The Two Nights”
WEEK SIX
April 9, 2014 ~ "The Two Loves"
April 13, 2014 Palm/Passion Sunday
April 14-17, 2014 Holy Week
April 18, 2014 Good Friday
April 19, 2014 Holy Saturday/Easter Vigil
April 20, 2014 Sunrise Service At 6:00am
Resurrection/Easter Sunday Worship
At 8:00am and 11:00am
Sunday School Easter Program at 9:30am
Lenten Journey Page 13
During the Season of Lent, Jesus took forty days in the wilderness for
prayer and meditation. Please set up an altar in your home during
our journey. The following items should be placed on your altar:
The Cross
The Cross reminds us of God’s great love that
was shown on Calvary.
Bowl of Water
The Bowl of Water reminds us of our Baptism. It is also a reminder of
our commitment to God and God’s service.
Bowl of Sand
The Bowl of Sand reminds of our journey through the desert. As we
face our own temptations, remember we are not alone.
A Candle
The Candle reminds us that God is our Light in the
midst of our darkness. Run and light the candle when you feel tempted
to stray.
An Offering Envelope
The Offering Envelope reminds us that we have much to give. There
are others who have less than we do.
Thank God we can give.
The Bible
The Bible reminds us that we need the POWER OF THE WORD on
our Lenten Journey. Pick up the WORD and LIVE!
Michigan District BAPTIST ASSOCIATION
CONGRESS OF CHRISTIAN Education
Presents
EDUCATION WEEK - APRIL 7, 2014 – APRIL 11, 2014
Registration – 5:00 p.m. - Lecture – 5:30 p.m.
Class Period – 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. New Prospect Missionary Baptist Church
6330 Pembroke - Detroit MI 48221 Rev. Dr. Wilma R. Johnson, Congress President (Host Pastor)
CLASSES:
1072 New Testament – Phase 1
1075 Synoptic Gospels – Phase 2
2007 Christian Stewardship – Phase 1
2097 Rethinking Christian Education Contemporary Innovation
7005 Christian Evangelism – Phase 3
8066 Christianity and Contemporary Issues – Phase 4
WORKSHOPS:
8009 The Program of the National Baptist Laymen
8019 The Ministry of Church Ushering
8020 The Ministry of Church Nursing
9030 Effective Church Music Leadership
YOUTH CLASSES
(Monday – Wednesday, April 7-9, 5:30pm)
LOCATION: THE LIGHT CENTER
R-E-S-P-E-C-T (Ages 3-7)
A Heart to Worship (Ages 8-12)
Worship is What I Do (Ages 13-18)
Thursday, April 10, 2014 – 5:30pm
Movie Night (Ages 3-11)
College Fair (Ages 12-18)
Flyers with class information are available on the table in the lobby.
You may REGISTER following both worship services TODAY.
Please submit a copy of your child’s report card to the church office, if they received a 2.5 or better, to be included in the
New Prospect honor roll. KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK!
Richard Adams, III
Bates Academy
Alina Johnson
Reuther Middle School
Victor Robinson
Einstein Elementary
James Ester
Bate Academy
Allen Johnson
Reuther Middle School
Jaylen C. Stafford
Thurston High
School
Raven Fowler
Cornerstone Schools
Association
Armoni Johnson
Detroit College Prep
@Northwestern
Ariana Talbert
Berkley High School
Tyara Green
Communication &
Media Arts High
School
Colbi L. McDaniel
Southfield-Lathrup
High School
Carrington Wash
Southfield Christian
Elementary
Addison E. Horton
International Academy
Dezirae Robinson
Renaissance High School
Announcements and Information Page 15
Youth In
Action Every 3rd and 4th Sunday at 11am
Location: The Light Center
“Little Lights” Events and Activities Designed
Especially for Ages 11 and Under
Youth Message/Round Table Lively/Relative/ Lessons for Teens
Ages 12-17
All Are Welcome!
Weekly Christian Education
Opportunities
Bible Study
Children (Ages 5-11)
Wednesdays at 6:45 p.m. - Library
Teens (Ages 12-17)
Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m. – Room 201
Choir Rehearsals
Celestial Children’s Choir (Ages 5-11)
Wednesdays at 5:45 p.m. – Fine Arts
Youth and Young Adult Choir (12+)
Thursdays at 7:00 p.m. – Fine Arts
Sunday School
Every Sunday Morning at 9:30am
FOR ALL AGES!
Mentoring Sessions
EVERY 2nd Sunday During
11am Worship
YOUNG LADIES Ages 12-17 in The Fine Arts Room
CROWN FORUM – for Young Men
Ages 12-17 in Room 200
Scouting Programs at
NP
Every 2nd and 4th Saturday
at 11a.m.
Girl Scout Troops 75268/75269/75270/75274
Location: Light Center
Boy Scout Troop/Pack 689 Location: At The Lighthouse
Our Mission is D.E.E.P.
(Disciple, Educate, Evangelize, Pamper
& Care for God’s People)
NEW PROSPECT’S SUPPORT GROUPS
Circle of Sorrow and Hope Bereavement Ministry
For members, families and friends who have experienced any type of loss.
They meet the 4th Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m.
H.U.G.S. (Healing Under God’s Spirit) Ministry
For members, families and friends who have been affected by cancer.
They meet the 3rd Thursday of each month at 6:30 p.m.
Caregivers Support Group Ministry
For members, families and friends who are taking care of loved ones.
They meet the 2nd Saturday of each month at 11:00 a.m.
MEMBERSHIP COVENANT
1. I will support my church by attending faithfully, living a Godly
life, attending Bible study and giving my tithes and offerings
cheerfully.
2. I will uplift the vision of my church by following leadership and
serving in a ministry.
3. I will promote the love of God in my church by praying for my
brothers and sisters in Christ and by loving the members and
visitors.
4. I will serve the ministry of my church with my mind, my body
and my spirit.
Announcements and Information Page 17
***SUNDAY SCHOOL – LIGHT CENTER***
LOCATION CLASS
Nursery Ages 2 to 3
Room #107 Pre-K - Kindergarten
Room #208 Grades 1-2
Room #206 Grades 3-4
Room #207 Grades 5-6
Room #209 Grades 7, 8, 9
Room #201 Grades 10, 11, 12
Room #200 Adult Sunday School
Room #210 Adult Sunday School
CB HEATH HALL
Room 101 Young Adult Sunday School
*** CHRISTIAN EDUCATION – LIGHT CENTER ***
Room #204 Turning Your Heart Towards God
Room #205 The Bait of Satan
Room #203 Side-by-Side (Married/Engaged Couples)
Room #202 In The Grip of Grace
W. R. Johnson Chapel Know The Words of Jesus
Library New Member’s Orientation (Adults)
Sunday School And Christian Education Opportunities – 9:30AM Page 18
A Brief History of New Prospect Missionary Baptist Church
In 1924 a few officers and members of Mount Beulah, banded together and organized a
church which they named Mount Lebanon Baptist Church. Two ministers worked
together in the organization of the church. This small faithful group of people purchased
a lot at 20470 Wisconsin in Detroit. More people moved into the area, joined Mount
Lebanon Baptist Church and the name was changed to First Baptist Church.
Reverend Smith served as Pastor until 1929. Reverend Theodore Williams served from
1931 until 1935. The church called Reverend Pyles who served about three years and
rebuilt First Baptist. He was unable to finish rebuilding the church because God called
him from labor to reward. Reverend Sandy Gibson, who was the assistant to Reverend
Pyles, carried out his term and was elected for a short period in 1939.
Reverend Charles B. Heath was called as pastor in the spring of 1939. Much was
accomplished under Reverend Heath’s administration. Due to the fact that there were
two churches in Detroit with the same name, Reverend Heath had the church change its
name from First Baptist to New Prospect Baptist Church on January 7, 1945.
In 1953 the church voted to enlarge their present building. The members were
supportive of this effort and contributed considerably. In March 1960, the members
borrowed ten thousand dollars and made the down payment to purchase the 6330
Pembroke building. Reverend Heath pastored the church for twenty eight (28) years
until his death in 1967.
In February 1968, the church called Reverend Dr. S. Leon Whitney from Jackson,
Mississippi. Under his pastoral leadership an addition to the Pembroke Property was
made and the facilities were expanded to its current structure. There was much growth
under Reverend Whitney until his death in December 1990. His son, Reverend Dr. Keith
L. Whitney assumed the pastoral leadership from 1991 until 1996. Reverend Randolph F.
Henlon who was the Assistant Pastor at the time served as Interim Pastor from 1996 until
March 1999.
On March 1, 1999, history was made in Detroit. Reverend Wilma Robena Johnson, a
female assistant pastor at Hartford Memorial Baptist Church, was elected Senior Pastor
of New Prospect Missionary Baptist Church. A new light appeared in the community.
THIS IS THE CHURCH WHERE THE SPIRIT OF UNITY ABIDES.
THIS IS THE CHURCH WHERE THE VISION LIVES AND SHINES!
Congratulations to Pastor and People! We are Celebrating 15 Years Together!
Rev. Dr. Wilma Robena Johnson
&
New Prospect Missionary Baptist Church
Our Theme and Scripture:
Look What The Holy Spirit Has Done! “When they had prayed, the place in which they were gathered together
was shaken and they were all filled with the Holy Spirit and spoke
the Word of God with boldness.” -- Acts 4:31 (NRSV)
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15 Years of Precious Memories
Saturday, March 1, 2014 at 10am – 2pm
Surprise… Surprise… Surprise…
Friday, April 11, 2014
An Evening of Hymns
Celebration Honoring James L. Newby, IV, Minister of Music
May 2, 2014 at 7:00pm
Pre-Anniversary Revival
May 5, 6 & 7, 2014
Rev. Connie “CJ” Jackson, Lecturer – 6:00 p.m.
Rev. Dr. Walter T. Richardson – Revivalist – 7:00 p.m.
Anniversary Gala
Friday, May 16, 2014 at The Henry in Dearborn, MI
Special Guest: Psalmist Lecresia Campbell
Ticket Cost: $125pp (Tickets are Limited)
Show Some Love!
Saturday, May 17, 2014 at 10:00am – 2:00pm
Anniversary Worship and Celebration
Sunday, May 18, 2014
7:30am – Rev. Dr. Charles G. Adams, Preaching
11:00am – Rev. Dr. Wilma R. Johnson, Preaching