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October– December 2013 NEW SHILOH SHINING STAR TELEGRAM VOLUME 7, ISSUE 4

Dr. Clinton L. Johnson, Sr., Pastor

2756 Old Shell Road

Mobile, Al 36607

Telephone: 251.478.6792 Fax: 251.478.6343

Church Email: [email protected]

Pastor’s Email: [email protected]

Church Website: www.newshilohchurch.com

Worship Hours: Sunday: 8:45 a.m. - Christian Growth & Development Training

Sunday School New Member’s Training 10:00 a.m. - Morning Worship Service Tuesday : 5:30 p.m. - Power of Prayer 6:00 p.m. - Scripture Reading 6:30 p.m. - Bible Study

Wednesday: 12 Noon - Lunch With the Lord (Lunch served after service) Thursday: 6:00 p.m. - Children / Bible Study

NEW SHILOH MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH

Celebrating 25 Years of Dedicated Service

SPECIAL EDITION

Pastor Clinton L. & First Lady Barbara G. Johnson, Sr.

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New Shiloh Shining Star Telegram

John C. Maxwell, a renowned authority on the issue of leadership has written a book among many called "How Successful People Lead". It is from this writing that info-mation will be gleaned for this article.

How Leadership Works

The question is posed, how do people learn leadership. For most, it is believed

through trial and error. While some things come from experience, Mr. Maxwell

contends that the framework for how leadership works can be learned by

examining what he calls the five levels he has designed to define the five levels

of leadership. The levels as noted by Mr. Maxwell are:

Level 1 – Position

People follow you simply because they have to.

This level is of course the lowest of the five - the starting level. The only

influence a positional leader has is that which comes with the title. Positional

leadership is solely based on the assumed rights granted by the position and title.

Certainly there is nothing wrong with having a leadership position. On the other

hand, Maxwell stresses that everything is wrong with using position to get people

to follow you. Position is believed to be a very poor substitute for influence.

People who ultimately achieve level one status may be bosses, but they never

become leaders. People at this level have subordinates but not team members.

They cling to rules, regulations, policies, and organizational charts to control

people. Followers of people at this category will be confined to the boundaries

of their authority. Positional leaders most often have trouble working with young

people, volunteers, and highly educated folk. Why? Simple, positional leaders

have no influence. Position is the only level that requires no ability and effort to

achieve. Anyone can be appointed to a position.

Level 2 — Permission

People follow you because they want to.

Level 2 is founded strictly on relationships. When you like people and treat

them as individuals who have value, you start to have influence on them. You

develop trust and this produces a more positive environment. At this level, one is not focused on preserving a position. It’s getting to know people and

endeavoring to get along with them. Leaders find out who their people are.

Followers find out who their leaders are. You can like people without leading

them, but you cannot lead people well without liking them.

Level 3 – Production

People follow you because of what you have done for the organization.

One basic danger of Level 2 is that it tempts people to stop there. But good

leaders just don’t create good environments. They get things done! So Level 3

is important because it is based on results. On this level, leaders gain influence

and credibility, and people begin to follow them because of what they have

achieved. At this level, things get done, morale improves, profits go up, and

goals are achieved. This is where momentum shows up. Leading becomes fun on

this level. On Level 3, leaders become change agents. They can tackle big

problems and make the kind of decisions that make a difference.

Level 4 – People Development

People follow you because of what you have done for them.

Leaders move to greatness not because of their power but because of their

uncanny ability to empower others. They use their position, relationship and

productivity to invest in others and to develop them until the followers become

leaders. This is called reproduction. At this level, leaders reproduce themselves.

People developments results in champions. Two things always show up on Level

4. First, teamwork goes to a higher level and relationships and loyalties are

strengthened. Level 4 leaders changes the lives of the people they lead.

Level – 5 Pinnacle

People follow you because of who you are and what you represent.

This is the highest and most difficult area of leadership. People can learn to

climb to Levels 1-4. Level 5 requires not only effort, skill, and intentionality but

also an enormous amount of talent. Only naturally gifted leaders make it to this

level. Developing leaders to the point where they are able and willing to develop

other leaders is a challenging leadership task. Level 5 transcends all other levels.

At this level, a legacy is left, an organization is reaping excellence, and

opportunities are being created. It is my hope that here at New Shiloh that

mediocrity is neither a desired or pursued goal. We expect to go higher than

our beginning. Our effort is to invest in you so that you become able to invest

in others. The opportunity to seize is the one before us.

Agape’

MESSAGE FROM THE PASTOR

Dr. Clinton L. Johnson, Sr. Pastor/Teacher

Pastor & Sis. Johnson’s 25th Appreciation Throughout the year a number of events were held to show appreciation for 25 years of service by Pastor and Sister Johnson. The celebration culminated on Sunday, September 29 at the 10 a.m. worship hour with Bishop William L. Sheals (pictured below) from Hopewell Baptist Church in Norcross, Georgia as the guest minister. Bishop Sheals holds theological degrees from Florida Memorial Seminary and International Bible Col-lege. Under Bishop Sheals' direction Hopewell has grown from a two-acre, one-building facility with 200 members to a thirty-acre campus called "The City of Hope," with a membership of nearly 17,000, including over 60 ministries and auxiliaries. The theme for this year’s celebration was “Inspired by God, Driven by Faith, Empowered by the Holy Spirit.” This year’s anniversary celebration was chaired by Sis. Annie Jones and Sis. Betti Chaney. (More coverage on page 13).

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October - December 2013 Quarterly Newsletter Volume 7, Issue 4

NSMBC

Newsletter Staff

Sis. Sheria Mitchell,

Editor-In-Chief

[email protected]

Sis. Iris Warner,

Creative Director/Editor

[email protected]

Sis. Tan Montgomery,

Copy Editor

[email protected]

Min. Roderick Odom,

Senior Writer

Sis. Shamia, Montgomery

Junior Writer

Bro. Ryan Johnson,

Junior Writer

Suggestions for the upcoming Jan / March issue

Please submit by Dec. 22, 2013

To:

Sis. Iris Warner at:

[email protected] or

251.454.8455

Inside this issue: Message from the Pastor

Pastor’s 25th Yr. Appreciation Recap

Ministerial Staff

List of Ministries

Ministries Monthly Schedule

Ministry Announcements

Cornerstone Laying Ceremony

Happenings Around the Community

Youth’s Corner

Spotlight on Ministry

Meet Our Newest Members

Honoring Our Veterans

Finance Committee Reports

Min. & Sis. Watson’s Departure

Members’ Business Directory / Sick & Shut-Ins

Live Love Laugh “When I Got To Heaven”

I was shocked, confused and bewildered

As I entered Heaven’s door Not by the beauty of it all

Nor by the lights or its décor

But it was the folks in Heaven That made me sputter and gasp

The liars, the thieves, the alcoholics The sinners, all whom I thought was trash

Uncle Bill, who I knew

Was rotting away in hell Was sitting on cloud nine Looking incredibly well

I nudged Jesus, “What’s the deal?

I’d love to hear your take How did all these sinner get here God must have made a mistake

And why is every one so quiet

So somber, please give me a clue Hush, my child he said, they’re all in shock

No one thought they’d ever see you ~Anonymous

Tuesdays

Prayer Meeting

5:00 - 6:00 p.m.

Scripture Reading & Testimonies

6:00 - 6:30 p.m.

Bible Study 6:30 p.m.

Every 1st and 3rd Wednesday

at

6:00 p.m.

For all Ministers,

Deacons, Trustees,

All Ministry Leaders,

and those

Who Desire to Become Leaders

Leadership Training

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Rev. Dr. Clinton L. Johnson, Sr., Pastor / Teacher

251.478.6793 - Office 251.478.6343 - Fax 251.422.9804 - Cell 251.476.0831 - Home

Min. Carl Adams 251.725.0324 Home 251.554.3615 Cell

Min. Katrina Adams 251.725.0927 Home 251.554.3406 Cell

Min. Wilfred A. Bolds 251.295..8723 Cell

Min. Beverly Butler 251..375.4211 Cell

Min. Eugene Crawford 251.490.5634 Cell

Min. Dorothy Dawkins 251.633.3514 Home

Evg. Patricia Harrison 251.232.4083 Home

Rev. Frederick King 251.471.3974 Home

Evg. Margie Odom 251.402.2059 Cell

Min. Roderick Odom 251.402.2059 Cell

Min. Allen Taylor 251.272.1119 Home

Min. Ella Taylor 251.272.1119 Home

Min. Patrick Watson 251.665.9040 Home 251.605.8454 Cell

Min. Charlie Davis-Waller 251.343.9118 Home 251.366.2249 Cell

Evg. Maxine Williams 251.479.9092 Home 251.454.5209 Cell

Christian Education Ministry—Sis. Barbara Johnson, Chair

Christian Growth and Development Sunday School Ministry—Sis. Belinda Harris, Chair

Couples Ministry—Bro. Eugene & Sis. Annie Jones, Bro. Cleveland & Sis. Patricia

Knight, Facilitators

Cub & Boy Scouts’ Ministry—Sis. Elishcia Edwards, Chair

Deacons’ Ministry—Bro. Thomas Williams, Chair

Deaconess & Ministers’ Wives Ministry—Sis. Helen Hill, Chair

Drama Ministry—Bro. Robert Pringle, Chair

Fellowship & Hospitality Ministry—Sis. Brenda Richards, Chair

55 + Ministry—Sis. Callie Crumpton, Chair

Finance Ministry—Sis. Betti Chaney, Chair

Greeters’ Ministry—Sis. Marlene Wiley, Chair

Health Care Ministry—Sis. Elizabeth King, Chair

Mentors’ Ministry—Dea. Joseph Young, Chair

Men’s Ministry—Min. Roderick Odom, Chair, Min. Patrick Watson, Co-Chair

Music Ministry—Bro. Derrick Carstarphen, Minister of Music; Sis. Mattie Bettis, Pres.

Mass Choir; Sis. Brenda Richards, Youth Choir Coordinator

New Members’ Ministry—Min. Charlie Waller, Facilitator

Pastoral Support Ministry—Min. Katrina Adams, Chair

Praise Dancers’ Ministry—Sis. Marlene Wiley, Chair; Children Praise Team, Sis. Georgia Sanders

Prayer Ministry—Evangelist Patricia Harrison, Chair

Prison Ministry— Sis. Annie Jones, Chair

Public Relations Ministry—Sis. Sheria Mitchell, Chair; Min Roderick Odom, Sis. Iris

Warner, & Sis. Tan Montgomery, Co-Chairs

Real Estate & Economical Development (REED) Ministry—Bro. Harvey Dinkins, Chair

Singles’ Ministry—Min. Beverly Butler, Facilitator

Sound / Video Ministry—Bro. Charles Saulter, Chair, Sis. Nicole Moore Williams, Chair

Transportation Ministry—Dea. Clifton Richardson, Chair

Trustees’ Ministry—Bro. Zelmon Crenshaw, Chair

“We Care” Ministry—Bro. Zelmon & Sis. Sandra Crenshaw, Chair

Women’s Ministry—Min. Charlie Waller, Chair

Ushers’ Ministry—Sis. Sheria Mitchell, President

Virtuous Women of Praise - Sis. Tan Wiley, Chair

Youth Ministry—Min. Wilfred Bolds, Chair

*For more information please call 251.478.6792

Boy’s & Cub Scouts ~ Monday at 5:30

Mentors Meeting ~ Monday after 3rd Sunday at 6:30

Praise Team Rehearsal ~ Every Tuesday after Bible Study

Christian Education Ministry ~ Every 2nd Wednesday at 6:00

Sunday School Children / Youth Teacher’s Meeting ~ Every

Wednesday 5:30 - 6:30

Adult Sunday School Teachers Meeting ~ Second

Wednesday 6:15 - 7:15

Finance Ministry ~ Every other Wednesday at 6:00

Pastoral Support Ministry ~ 2nd Wednesday at 6:00

Drama Ministry ~ Wednesdays as needed at 6:30

Mass Choir Rehearsal ~ Thursdays prior to 1st, 2nd, & 4th

Sunday at 6:30

Men’s Ministry ~ 4th Thursday at 6:00

Deaconess & Ministers” Wives ~ Friday before 1st Sunday

at 6:30

Deacons Ministry ~ Friday after 1st Sunday at 6:30

Usher Ministry ~ Saturday prior to 2nd Sunday at 12 Noon

Children & Youth Choir Rehearsal ~ Saturday prior to 3rd

Sunday at 10:30

55 + Ministry ~ Saturday prior to 4th Sunday at 1:00 - 2:00

Women’s Ministry ~ Saturday prior to 2nd Sunday at 10:00

“We Care” Ministry ~ Food distribution on Saturday

morning prior to 4th Sunday from 8:30 - 10:30

Youth Ministry ~ Every 4th Saturday at 11:00 in the George

Harris Building

Youth Ministry Volunteers ~ Saturday before 3rd Sunday at

12 Noon

NSMBC Ministerial Staff Ministries Monthly Schedule New Shiloh’s Ministries

Hear more of Pastor Johnson’s inspiring messages by:

Typing “clintonljohnson” at YouTube.com

Tuning in to WGOK 900 AM each Sunday Morning

from 6:00 to 6:55 a.m. to hear Pastor Johnson’s

early morning message of inspiration.

**Pastor Johnson will be a guest on the set of “Victory

Voices” a show hosted by Ministers Rod and Margie Odom. The

date and time will be provided during the Sunday morning

announcements.

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In need of transportation to Sunday Services?

Contact:

Bro. Karl Johnson (251)300-1795

Dea. Clifton Richardson (251) 490-4134

Dea. Thomas Williams (251) 643-3132

* Please call for services 24 hours in advance

**Please be ready at 9:00 a.m. for pick-up

** If you are interested in becoming a driver please

contact Dec. Clifton Richardson.

Join the NSMBC Health Care Ministry

If you work in the health care field, you are invited to come and join with us to help educate not only our members, but the community and surrounding areas.

For more information contact:

Sis. Elizabeth Henry-King, Chair

At (251) 340-8461

Oct Breast Cancer Awareness / 4th Sunday—

”Pink It Out” (Wear Your Pink to Show Support)

Nov Diabetes Awareness / Nov 15th– Great

American Smoke Out

Dec Cold & Flu Awareness / Dec. 1st—World

AIDS Awareness Day / Safe Toys & Gifts

In case of Emergency… **Please contact an Usher and a nurse will be sent to assess your immediate needs**

Schedule of On Duty Nurses for Sunday Services

1st Sundays - Sis. Brenda James & Sis. Elizabeth King

2nd Sundays -Sis. Helen Hill & Sis. Barbara Kirksey

3rd Sundays- Sis. Barbara Sellers & Sis. Shamia

Montgomery

4th Sundays - Sis. Willie Lilly & Sis. Jackie Allen

5th Sundays - Sis. Vanessa Harris & Sis. Delores

Mauldin

Available immediately after Worship Service

DVD’s — $15.00 ea.

CD’s — $10.00 ea.

For More Information: Contact:

Bro. Charles Saulter

at 251.234.1954

ATTENTION:

Please Submit Announcements to

Sis. Patsy Phillips By Tuesday of Each Week

Office Hours:

Monday -Thursday - 9:00 a. m. – 2:00 p. m.

Office Number: 251.478.6792

Office Fax: 251.478.6343

Email Address: [email protected]

Church Email: [email protected]

NSMBC Transportation Ministry

2013 Health Care Ministry Awareness Calendar

Health Care Ministry Audio / Video and Sound Ministry

Change will no longer be given by the Ushers.

Please write your name, the amount you are

giving and the amount of change you are

requesting to be given back on the tithing

envelope. You may pick up your money after the church service

from the bookkeeper's office immediately following the worship

service. Thank you for your cooperation.

Happy Birthday!

To All Members Who Are Celebrating Their Birthdays in the Months of October, November and December.

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Cornerstone Laying Ceremony By Iris Warner

The Cornerstone Laying Ceremony for our new edifice was held on Sunday, July 31 at 3:00 p.m. The Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Lodge Jurisdiction of Alabama presided. The Reverend Edgar Baxter Morris of the First Baptist Church in Montgomery, Alabama was the guest speaker. The ceremony was conducted by the Grandmaster of the Prince Hall Grand Lodge. The momentous occasion was greatly attended my many members, friends and other dignitaries. Below are snapshots taken during the ceremony. ...And are built upon the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Jesus Christ himself being the

chief cornerstone.

~Ephesians 2:20 KJV

NSMBC MUSIC MINISTRY

“Keep God in Your Heart”

We are God’s people,

Touched by the Spirit to…

Witness more effectively

Think more clearly,

Meditate more regularly,

Feel more deeply,

Listen more insightfully,

Speak more truthfully,

Love more extravagantly,

Care more soulfully,

Serve more creatively,

Encourage more lovingly,

Give more liberally,

Live more fully,

Teach more eloquently,

Participate more faithfully,

Pray more movingly,

Worship more deeply,

Celebrate more festively,

Discipline more urgently,

Sing more joyfully!

To join the Music Ministry, please call:

251.342.6636 or 251.478.6792

Bro. Derrick Carstarphen, Minister of Music

Rev. Frederick King, Spiritual Advisor

Sis. Mattie Bettis, Mass Choir President

By Sheria Mitchell

On Sunday, November 24, 2013 during the 10:00 a.m. worship service New Shiloh Mis-sionary Baptist Church, one of the oldest churches built by Black-Americans in Mobile, Alabama will be celebrating 144 years. This year’s theme is “A Strong Church Walk-ing in Unison with God”, Ephesians 2:20-22. This year’s committee members in-clude: Brenda James, Chair, Donna Silas, Co-chair, Tan Montgomery, Kevin Kennell, Vilater Green, Enoch Bell and Carolyn Dinkins, Programs Coordinator.

As Shiloh celebrates 144 years of service to the community, program chair Brenda James states, “Shiloh has come a long way from the wooden church originally built on Dauphin Street near Tacon Street.” Sis. James said she recalls reading the history of Shiloh and is still amazed at the determina-tion of our Founding Fathers and Moth-ers”. Because a “colored church” could not be built within four miles of other denomina-tions, they tore down the wooden church, and moved, piece-by-piece to Crichton where the church later became the first public school in the Crichton community for “colored children.” Sis. James says “that for the founders to take on such as undertaking during those turbulent times truly showed their strength in walking in unison with God.”

New Shiloh Celebrates 144 Years

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Congratulations

To

Sis. Margaret Wilson

for being chosen

“Employee of the Month”

at

Mobile Infirmary Medical Center

“Look Who’s Shaking Up Things”

Special Congrats To

Sis. Minnie Wiley

On being honored

by

the City of Mobile

as an Outstanding Leader

at the Dotch Community Center

Youth Displaying Their Talents

At School And In The Community Reported By

Ryan Johnson, Junior Writer

Carliyah Adams - Dance and Student Government Association

Jalexus Adams - Advanced Chorus

Cory Anderson - Band, Soccer Team, and Chaplain

Tamaiah Bedgood - Art and Dance

Enoch Bell - Football

Cameron Bolds - Advanced Band and Track

Cannon Bolds - Track

Demontez Chambers - Football

Brian Hudson - ROTC

Ryan Johnson - Football, Rutledge Fellows, Baseball and Track

Jaelin Ludgood - Dance and Jazz Band

Janna Manassa - Dance, Show Choir, and Advanced Orchestra

Grady Manassa - Band

Oscar Newton - Swim Team

Dan Roberson - Football

Jamie Roberts - Cheerleader and Gymnastics

Jasmine Roberts - Cheerleader and Gymnastics

Alaijah Warner - Dance

Ian Warner - Football

**If your child is active in any extracurricular activities and you

want them to be recognized, please give all pertinent information to

Ryan Johnson for the next edition of the Newsletter.

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Volunteer Opportunities Currently Available:

Children’s Church Teachers/Assistants Task: To be able to lead and instruct our youth between the ages of 7 to 11. Teaching materials will be provided .

~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Get involved with Our Future ~ ~ ~ ~ ~

1st Thursday in September from 6 - 7 p.m.

Bible Study

If you are willing to commit 1 hour of your time and have a heart for our children, please contact:

Sis. Angela Bolds By email at [email protected]

Have You Changed Your Mind?

Romans 12:2 states And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.

New Shiloh Youth Ministry

Presents

T-Shirt with New Logo

“I Changed My Mind”

If you are interested in obtaining one, please see Sis. Angela Bolds at Youth Bible Study.

The Place where Minds Are Changing!

~Min. Wilfred Bolds, Jr. Youth Minister

Youth’s Corner Youth Bible Study We are Learning and Earning about Jesus

so come and earn your chance to be

New Shiloh’s Youth of the Month

PRESCHOOL 2-6 Years Old

CHILDREN 1st - 5th Grade

JUNIOR HIGH 6th - 8th Grade

SENIOR HIGH 9th - 12th Grade

Thursdays 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.

George Harris Building

“Let’s Dig In Together”

Ages to 6 Year Olds

Available at 10:00 a.m.

(Closed every 3rd Sunday)

**Parents please bring your children to the George

Harris Fellowship Hall

Min. Wilfred Bolds, Jr. - Youth Minister

Rev. Clinton L. Johnson, Sr. - Pastor

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Wings of Life

We gathered together to help prepare dinner and clean up afterwards with those that were being housed at the Wings of Life. We were able to bring a smile and cheer to those witnessing youth at work. Doing God’s Work.

Crichton Towers Visit

We visited the Crichton Towers to help the residence there complete their Yellow Dot program information and assisted the attendants in taking photographs and completing the necessary paperwork in case of emergency.

McKemie House Homeless Shelter for Women

We cooked, transported and served food to homeless ladies who were being housed there. It was a pleasure to help these ladies and bring a smile to their face through conversation and serving. We are currently planning our next service date.

Harris Closet

Every 4th Saturday Youth Mission Harris Closet from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. We help on an average 40 families every month. We set up, lie out, and serve families that express their need for clothing for their family. “It is a pleasure to see young people doing work for the Lord”, one recipient said.

Christian Education

Sunday School 8:45 a.m. to 9:45 a.m.

Continuous Youth Bible Study held on Thursday’s from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Sis. Spencer Ages 4-6 Sis. Bolds Ages 7-11 Bro. Bolds Ages 12-18

Come and bring your child to Bible Study. We are looking forward to you joining us. The More Parental Involvement we have the more we can accomplish.

As a reward for Attendance & Learning, the youth were treated to an all expense paid trip to Six Flags over Georgia. It was a Blast!!!

As Youth Minister of New Shiloh, I aim to lead our youth by example and challenge the other ministries to get involve and “Be the Church that Christ has called us to be.”

Minister Wilfred Bolds

“SPOTLIGHT ON MINISTRY” New Shiloh

Youth Ministry

Our Mission - to train our youth to know who they are in Christ, to encourage the development of their spiritual gifts, to grow in their purpose so they can walk in the will of God and have a greater impact in the Kingdom of God.

Our Goal - for youth to become Disciples, walking in their spiritual gifts and growing in their purpose.

We are continuing our Focus of F.R.E.E.D.O.M.

F - Feeding the Hungry - Isaiah 58 - Serving the Community

R - Recovering the Lost - Luke 19:10 - Witnessing to Others

E - Equipping the Believer - Eph. 4: 11-12 - Bible Study

E - Expressing Kingdom Life - Acts 2:26 - Act in Faith

D - Demonstrating God’s Power - 1 Cor. 2: 4 - Gods Vessel

O - Opening Eyes to Purpose - Eph. 1: 18-19 - Why am I Here

M - Making Jesus Famous - Mark 6: 56; Luke 4:37 - Being A

We thank God for the things we have encountered Good and Bad because it has made the ministry stronger. The following is a list of some of the pro-jects accomplished by the ministry this year:

Mission & Service

A Day of Service on Union Avenue

We gathered together for a day of service on Union Ave-nue to help those families that experienced hardship due to the Christmas day tornado, with yard work and light house duties outside of the home. We were able to re-move fallen trees, move debris from the homes and beautify the area. We fellowshipped afterwards with the residents and they were most appreciative.

Father Daughter Event

Praise Dancers

Youth Bowling Night

Youth Christmas Banquet

Nursery Participants

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New Members’ Breakfast Fellowship

“You come hungry not knowing many, but you leave happy

after fellowship with many.”

**Hosted by selected ministries each 5th Sunday

Come and be Blessed by the gifts that God is adding to the Body!

And they continued steadfastly in the apostles' doctrines and fellowship, in the breaking of bread, and in prayers.

~Acts 2:42

Calling All Interested Men And Women

If you have a friendly smile and love meeting people, then you are missing out on a great opportunity.

Please come and be a part of our Greeters Ministry

For more information please contact: Sis. Marlene Wiley at 251.602.0635

Meet Our Newest Members

Ranay Wiggins Tinsley 06/30/2013

Katie Martin 07/10/2013

Vivian Mendenhall-Purnell 07/14/2013

Rakema Danielle McCovery 07/14/2013

Kenneth Ray Nelson 07/14/2013

Helena Tyler 07/14/2013

Marlo Daniel Ruggs 08/04/2013

Destiny Latrice Seltzer 08/11/2013

Frederick Cole Richard 08/14/2013

Janie Davidson 08/25/2013

Ernest E. Phillips 09/01/2013

Temeka L. Sewell 09/01/2013

Kortika Golston-Hunter 09/22/2013

Taniah V. Hunter 09/22/2013

Terry V. Hunter 09/22/2013

Monica M. McCarter 09/22/2013

Devoris J. Malone 09/22/2013

Jaleal M. Malone 09/22/2013

The NSMBC Finance Committee Reports We want to thank the church family for the beautiful financial expressions of love for our Pastor and First Lady in celebrating their 25th year of service! We were able to wonderfully bless them. According to the scriptures, we must always bless our man of God and his family. And we did just that. Our re-designed website is complete and will be ready for viewing and use (virtual giving) by Sunday, October 6. We know you will be proud of the new design. Please take time to peruse the site for all the new features. Invite others to the site! It is awesome! The Committee will meet on Saturday, October 19 to finalize the budget for 2014 which will be presented to the church family for approval in January 2014. Meeting time and date will be an-nounced. The audit team, led by church auditor Sis. Sheria Mitchell, has presented the findings and recommendations from the 2012 inter-nal audit to the Committee and to Pastor Johnson for review. The team did an incredibly thorough job of reviewing financial transac-tions against our policies and procedures, financial reports and personnel documents. We are so fortunate to have a team that works to keep our records and transactions as IRS requires. The Committee wants to encourage the church family to continue to give… Give your tithes, building fund and special offerings. If you have not made up of your heart (not your mind) to give back to God, pray about it and know that many blessings will come to you because of your obedience. Paul wrote, "You must each decide in your heart how much to give. And don't give reluctantly or in response to pressure. For God loves a person who gives cheer-fully." (2 Corinthians 9:7). We thank God for His direction of our hearts and minds as we handle the fiscal matters of the church. We thank the Pastor and our church family for your continued confidence in us.

All Glory to God, Sis. Betti Chaney, Church Treasurer

NSMBC Virtuous Women of Praise

By Tan Wiley Montgomery

Virtuous women are made and it starts from the inside. Over the past several months Virtuous Women of Praise has grown to 16 members. They are:

Min. Katrina Adams Sis. Angela Bolds

Sis. Willieshia Brown, Choreographer Sis. Lesia Dent

Sis. Shamia Montgomery, Choreographer Sis. Tan Wiley Montgomery, Chair

Sis. Danielle Pledger Sis. Channell Powell

Sis. Sharon Richardson Sis. Akeia Taylor

Min. Ella Taylor, Co-Chair Sis. Lakeysha Wallace Sis. Denessia Warner

Sis. Vanessa Washington Sis. Marlene Wiley, PR Sis. Danetta Williams

Who can find a virtuous woman? For her price is far above rubies. ~Proverbs 31:1 NKJV

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October - December Quarterly Newsletter Volume 7, Issue 4

Breast Cancer Awareness

By Shamia Montgomery, Junior Writer

Breast cancer affects one in eight women during their lives.

Breast cancer kills more women in the United States than any

other cancer except lung cancer. Experts are not sure what

causes this disease. It is hard to say why one person develops

the disease while another may not develop it. We know that

some risk factors can impact on a woman's likelihood of

developing breast cancer.

Risks that you can't change include age, genes, personal

factors, weight, hormone replacement, drinking alcohol and

many other contributing factors. The chance of getting breast

cancer rises as a woman gets older. There are two genes,

BRCA1 and BRCA2 that greatly increase the risk. Women who

have family members with breast or ovarian cancer may wish

to be tested.

Symptoms of breast cancer may include a lump in the breast,

a change in size or shape in which a mammography can help

find breast cancer early when it is most treatable. Treatment

may consists of radiation, lumpectomy, mastectomy, chemo-

therapy and hormone therapy. Men can have breast cancer

too but the number of cases is much smaller than women.

According to the National Cancer Institute, 232,340 female

breast cancers and 2,240 male breast cancers are reported

in the USA each year, as well as about 39,620 deaths cause

by the disease.

Battling cancer can take an emotional toll on everyone in-

volved from the person diagnosed to the family members and

friends. Inspiration can run short and comfort is in high de-

mand. Whether you are a survivor, a warrior fighting it, or a

caregiver hang in there. The only way to overcome the battle

is to hang in there and to trust God because with him we can

overcome any battle.

Honoring Our Veterans

On Veterans Day 2013, let us remember the service of our veterans, and let us renew our national promise to fulfill our sacred obligations to our veterans and their families who have sac-rificed so much so that we can live free.

Carl Adams - U.S. Army

Nelson Adams - U.S. Army

David G. Baker - U.S. Air Force & Marine Corps

Georgia Boyd - U.S. Army

Tharren W. Clark - U.S. Army

Zelmon Crenshaw - U.S. Air Force

Phillip Draughter - U.S. Army

Roosevelt Edwards - U.S. Army

Paul Andrew Hawkins - U.S. Navy

Willie Lee Henry - U.S. Army

Edward Hill - U.S. Army

Jessie James - U.S. Marine Corps

Richard James - U.S. Air Force

Jeffrey Johnson - U.S. Army (In Memory)

William Johnson - U.S. Marine Corps

George King - U.S. Army

Jerome King - U. S. Navy

Frederick O. King - U.S. Navy

Howard Kirksey - U.S. Army

Walter Kirksey - U.S. Army

Cleveland J. Knight, Jr. - U.S. Army

Nathan Lilly - U.S. Air Force

John Marshall, Jr. - U.S. Army

Timothy McGrew - U.S. Army

David McCune - U.S. Army

George McCune - U.S. Army

Robert McCune - U.S. Army

James E. Patton, Sr. - U.S. Army and U.S. Navy

Priscilla Richardson Robinson - U.S. Army

Alfred Jessie Reid Jr. - U.S. Air Forces (In Memory)

Clifton Richardson - U.S. Army

Terry Tillman - U.S. Army

John Henry Sanders - U.S. Army

Henry Smiley - U.S. Navy

Leroy Wiley - U.S. Army

Thomas Williams - U.S. Army

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By Sheria Mitchell

“Perseverance and Growth”, Those were the two words that Minister Patrick Watson and his wife of twenty-eight years, Felicia Watson, used to

describe their sixteen years as members of New Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church. In January 2014 Patrick and Felicia will be relocating to Hous-

ton, Texas where Patrick will be taking on a new job for Macro Environmental Services and Felicia looks forward to continuing her work as an

Activities Director for Senior Citizens.

Patrick and Felicia met as young children when Felicia moved from California back to Mobile, along with her family, to take care of a sick grand-

mother. Felicia said one of her most vivid memories of growing up with Patrick was when he used to “court” her by bringing her doughnuts.

Felicia recalled that he always made her feel special and remembers when he took her to meet his family.

Being friends is still the foundation on which their marriage is built. Felicia recalls painful memories of abuse as a child and stated, “no matter

what I went through, Pat was always my friend and was there to support me.” Felicia said, her faith and growth in Christ has allowed her to open

up with others and share her life. Felicia said “she is no longer bound by those demons.”

After graduating Patrick joined the Navy and he and Felicia had one son, Patrick Watson, Jr. who grew up here in Shiloh. Like most young couples Patrick and Felicia experi-

enced ups and downs in their search for a church home but recall the day they visited Shiloh. Felicia said it was “something about the teaching and preaching of Pastor John-

son that tugged at their spirit and now sixteen years later they still feel that Pastor Johnson is a wonderful teacher and preacher.” Felicia said, “she never understood the

word until she came to Shiloh and she loves coming to Bible Study where Pastor Johnson teaches us to understand and apply scripture.”

Once they decided to join Shiloh they became active in many ministries. They both sang in the choir and Patrick played the drums. It became a family affair when their son,

Pat, Jr. began playing the saxophone for the youth choir. Later Patrick was ordained by Pastor Johnson as Deacon and Felicia worked with the Deaconess Board, served as a

Greeter and is currently a member of the Mentors Ministry.

Patrick said that becoming a Minister changed his walk and through it all his favorite scripture, Proverbs 3:5-6 has been a source of comfort during times of trials, tempta-

tions and tribulations. Patrick says his hope for Shiloh is to “reach out to our youth more, we need to get our youth involved in more church activities.” To our men he says,

“Step up and be who God has called you to be.”

Felicia says one of her fondest memories of Pastor Johnson’s teaching is when he said, “If you can’t say anything else, just say Lord Have Mercy.” And Felicia says when trou-

bles come, she repeats that and then sings her favorite hymn, “What a Friend We Have in Jesus.”

Deacon Michael James has connected them with family in Houston and a church that they have already visited and although they look forward to the move, Patrick and Felicia

both say “we will miss our church family, the closeness, the love and just looking around each Sunday and seeing familiar faces.”

Patrick says of his promotion and their move to Houston, “To God Be the Glory”, which also happens to be his favorite song. Their legacy to the Shiloh family, “A couple who

fought the good fight, have tried to be obedient to God and what He would have them to be, an example for their son and his family and hopefully one day to their grandkids.”

But most of all they Preserved and are continuing to Grow….To God Be the Glory!

NSMBC Bids Farewell to Minister Patrick & Sis. Felecia Watson

Min. Patrick & Sis. Felecia Watson

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The 25th Anniversary Celebration In February of 2013, we kicked off a year of celebration as we honored Pastor Clinton L. and First Lady Barbara G. Johnson for 25 years of dedicated and faithful service. The Pastoral Support Ministry chaired by Minister Katrina Adams was in charge of this year’s celebration, with Sisters Annie Jones and Betti Chaney as event chairs. Plans were put into motion for the White Linen Tea, the Taste of New Shiloh, and the 25th Year Appreciation Ball.

The Tea was well attended with female business owners displaying and selling their wares. We fellowshipped with ladies from other churches and the vendors realized a great response. The Taste of Shiloh proved to be a great success with Pastoral Support Ministry providing many delicious dishes.

Then came the big event before the celebration! The 25th Appreciation Ball was held on Friday, August 30, at the USA Mitchell Center. The attendees who were adorned in formal ball gowns and tuxedos enjoyed Rev. James Parrish as the master of ceremonies; comedians who were hilarious; and the great music provided by Figure 8 Productions.

The highlight of the ball was Pastor and Sis. Johnson being serenaded by Sis. Charity Garner-Wesley, who was backed up by Brothers Karl Johnson and Brandon Batten. The food was wonderful and the decorations was provided by Sis. Tosheria Edney, all of which contributed to the beautiful atmosphere of the evening. We had a ball...at the ball! Ken Holt Photography was on site to take event and individual photos. (The

memento book of the ball is available for $30.00. Please see Sis. Jones or Sis. Chaney if you wish to order).

“The Honorees”

“The Serenade”

“Pastor Johnson Line Dance With Members”

Kaylin, C.J. & Ashley Johnson

“As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another. “ “As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another. “

~~Proverbs 27:17 Proverbs 27:17

What is an Iron Man?

An Iron Man is not just a name given to a member of the Men’s Ministry. It’s a

statement we make about the kind of men we strive to be. At New Shiloh, the

Iron Men’s purpose is to challenge our men to step up with purposeful strength

and courage to say “as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.” We support, train, encourage and motivate men to impact their families, friends, and

their community for the cause of Christ. We provide encouragement and

opportunities for men to grow and serve together; and to encourage a

commitment of involvement. On the 4th Thursday of every month the Iron Men

of the Church meet in the Fellowship Hall at 6:00 pm. This is a time of devotion,

prayer, training for evangelistic outreach, and fellowship.

If you are interested in becoming an Iron Man, Please contact:

Minister Watson @ (251)605-8454

Minister Odom @ (251)402-2059

Brother Dray @ (251)458-8282

WOMEN’S RETREAT

April 2014

Panama City Beach, FL

For More Details Contact:

Minister Charlie Waller, Ministry Chair Sis. Brenda Richards, Coordinator

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NSMBC MEMBERS’ BUSINESS DIRECTORY

Business:

Golden Touch

Nature of Business:

Auto Detailing

Contact Person:

Karl Johnson

Cell: 251.300.1795

Car wash, wax, and vacuum, Engine Cleaning

Full Detail Service

Nature of Business:

Health & Wealth, a Great Combination.

If God Said it, I Believe it! (III John 1:2)

Take a Look!www.PayDayforLife.net

www.NopaJuice.com

Contact Person:

Rev. Frederick O. King

Home: 251.471.3974

Office/Cell: 251.545.8681

Nature of Business:

Sewing, Baking, Needlework

Flower Arrangement,

Tutoring up to 1st Grade

Contact Person:

Rochelle McCall Richardson

Home: 251.342.3092

Cell: 251.459.5348

Business:

Moffett Electric

Nature of Business:

Electrical Service

Contact Person:

Ron Moffett

Home: 251.342.3017

Cell: 251.209.6281

Commercial & Residential Tele. Communication /Cable

Business:

Career Savvy

Nature of Business:

Customized Training Programs:

Resume Writing, Leadership Training, Conflict Resolu-

tion, Computer Training, and More!

Contact:

Sis. Sheria Slone Mitchell

Cell: 251.391.0491

Email: [email protected]

Business:

Avon Products

Nature of Business:

Avon Consultant

Contact Person:

Sherria Nettles

Home: 251.473.3558


Business:

Taxes on the Go

Nature of Business: Tax Service

Contact Person:

Kim Spellman

Cell: 251.689.7479

File IRAL, 1-2 Day RAL,

10-14 Day Direct Deposit, 17 years experience


Business:

B’s Wedding Cakes

Contact Person:

Brenda Richards

Business/Home: 251.348.2019

Cell: 251.463.8311


Business:

Personalized Gifts & More

Nature of Business:

Monogram, Embroidery, Engraving, and Gourmet Apples.

Contact Person:

Marlene Wiley

1600 Regency Drive

Mobile, Al 36693

Home: 251.602.0635

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For Those Who Are Ailing and Grieving

“Praise God in All Things” The Bible teaches to be thankful in all things. When God is present joy, peace, love, gladness and pleasure is present. Nothing in this world can bind you in the pres-ence of God. Sing a song to yourself each day and watch your spirit surge to a higher level of wholeness for God will always show up in the right environment.

Tune in to Comcast Cable Channel 6

To view the following shows:

“Pastor Johnson’s Morning Message”

Every Sunday Evening at 7:30 p.m.

“Health & Wellness Show” Hosted by Rev. Frederick O. King

Sundays at 5:30 p.m.

“Victory Voices”

Become a sponsor /supporter of the premiere Christian Affairs Program on the Gulf Coast

Hosted by Minister Roderick F. Odom, Sr. & Evangelist Margie Odom

Mondays at 9:00 p.m.

Members’ Business Directory (Continued)

Nature of Business:

Notary

Contact Person:

Tianja “Tan” Montgomery

Cell: 251.209.9959

Business:

Violet’s Specialty Cakes

Contact Person:

Violette Newton

Home: 251.344.2719

Office/Cell: 251.458.5868

WANT TO ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS HERE?

Contact

Iris Warner at:

251.454.8455

Or

[email protected]

Sick & Shut-In List

Bro. Samuel AndrewsBro. Samuel Andrews 251.665.5578251.665.5578

Bro. Amos Brown 251.473.8864Bro. Amos Brown 251.473.8864

((Crowne Nursing Home)Crowne Nursing Home)

Sis. Voncille Clausell Sis. Voncille Clausell

Sis. Willie CunninghamSis. Willie Cunningham 251.209.7037251.209.7037

Sis. Emily Gandy 251.367.8028Sis. Emily Gandy 251.367.8028

Sis. Rosie L. Gullett 251.473.1893Sis. Rosie L. Gullett 251.473.1893

Sis. Dorothy Hopkins 251.471.3121Sis. Dorothy Hopkins 251.471.3121

Sis. Inez Lawson 251.679.9972Sis. Inez Lawson 251.679.9972

Sis. Shirley Leonard 251.473.4044Sis. Shirley Leonard 251.473.4044

Sis. Yvonne Mauldin 251.478.82.61Sis. Yvonne Mauldin 251.478.82.61

Sis. Johnye R. McCarty 251.473..8191Sis. Johnye R. McCarty 251.473..8191

Bro. Johnathan Murphy 251.633.1000Bro. Johnathan Murphy 251.633.1000

((Providence HospitalProvidence Hospital–– Room 603Room 603

Bro. Oliver Patton, Sr. 251.452.0996Bro. Oliver Patton, Sr. 251.452.0996

((North Mobile Nursing Home & Rehabilitation)North Mobile Nursing Home & Rehabilitation)

Bro. Beauford Perkins 251.476.6995Bro. Beauford Perkins 251.476.6995

Sis. Shelia Richburg 251.635.6643Sis. Shelia Richburg 251.635.6643

Sis. Flora Riddick 251.450.2800Sis. Flora Riddick 251.450.2800

((Cogburn Nursing HomeCogburn Nursing Home–– Dauphin Street)Dauphin Street)

Sis. Catherine Rogers 251.689.2331Sis. Catherine Rogers 251.689.2331

Sis. Florence Rogers 251.473.8864 Sis. Florence Rogers 251.473.8864

(Crowne Nursing Home)(Crowne Nursing Home)

Sis. Frankie Scott 251.479.0551Sis. Frankie Scott 251.479.0551

(Specialty Healthcare Rehabilitation)(Specialty Healthcare Rehabilitation)

Sis. Patricia Taite 251.476.2359Sis. Patricia Taite 251.476.2359

Bro. David Taylor 334.227.8964Bro. David Taylor 334.227.8964

Sis. Thelma Thomas 251.343.1640Sis. Thelma Thomas 251.343.1640

Sis. Yvonne Thomas 251.343.0909Sis. Yvonne Thomas 251.343.0909

((Springhill Seniors Residence)Springhill Seniors Residence)

Sis. LeKeysha Wallace 251.533.9483Sis. LeKeysha Wallace 251.533.9483

Sis. Ella Mae Williams 251.666.7623 Sis. Ella Mae Williams 251.666.7623

Sis. Wanda Young 251.456.7338

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NEW SHILOH SHINING STAR TELEGRAM

MISSION STATEMENT

The MISSION of New Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church is to advance Christ through Worship and Praise. The VISION is to

feed and inspire souls, evangelize lost souls and to meet the physical, moral, psychological, and spiritual needs of the community at large. The PURPOSE is to point others to Christ Jesus, the Head of the Church and promote study, prayer, and

meditation on the Holy Spirit.

Rev. Dr. Clinton L. Johnson, Sr., Pastor

Sis. Patsy A. Phillips, Executive Secretary Sis. Dolores Archie, Financial Secretary/ Bookkeeper

Bro. Jack Archie, Church Custodian Bro. Beauford Perkins, Groundskeeper

Bro. Clifton Richardson, Building Manager Bro. William Johnson, Church Landlord

Bro. Zelmon Crenshaw, Chair - Trustees Ministry

Bro. William Johnson, Co - Chair

Sis. Betti Chaney

Bro. Harvey Dinkins

Bro. Jesse James

Bro. Curtis Johnson

Bro. John Manuel

Sis. Cassie Perkins

Bro. Thomas Williams, Chair - Deacons Ministry

Bro. Joseph Young, Co – Chair

Bro. Louis Barge

Bro. Michael James

Bro. Clifton Richardson

Bro. Roosevelt Turner

Bro. Kenneth Wiley

Bro. WayCross Wiley

Sis. Betti Chaney, Chair - Finance Ministry/ Treasurer

Sis. Marlene Wiley, Co – Chair

Sis. Dolores Archie

Bro. Zelmon Crenshaw

Bro. William Johnson

Sis. Sheria Mitchell, Church Auditor

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