EDITOR’S NOTE: Do you have a Revival, Homecoming, a new pastor, a community outreach or a concert? The Baptist Message would love to share your church news with the rest of the state. It is very easy to do, just send in your information (who, what, where and when) to philip@baptistmessage.com or call 318.449.4345. To get your event in the paper, please submit your information three weeks prior to the event.
ON THE MOVE
Doyle L. Adams was recognized on April 27, 2018 for his 60th year in the ministry at a ceremony at Lone Cherry Baptist Church, Mangham, where he is presently pastoring. For his long, faithful service, he received a plaque from the Louisiana Baptist Pastoral Leadership team and also was recognized by the Richland Baptist Association. During his career, he has preached at Antioch Baptist Church, Rayville; North Central Baptist Church, Delhi, Forty Necessity Baptist Church, Fort Necessity; Lone Cherry; Coax Baptist Church, Baskin; First Baptist Church, Gilbert.
Trey, wife Jessica, Etheridge is the new Pastor of Worship and Discipleship at First Baptist Church, Jonesboro. He was formerly the pastor of Briarwood Baptist Church in Reidheimer.
Michael Hawley will retire as pastor of Emmanuel Baptist Church, Ruston as of July 31.
Paul Watts will be the new pastor of Emmanuel Baptist Church, Ruston beginning August 1.
Danny (wife Beverly) Mann is the new Student Minister at First Baptist Church, Lafayette. He comes from Hebron Baptist Church, Denham Springs.
David Brown is the new pastor at Gray’s Creek Baptist Church, Denham Springs.
Garrett Henson is the new pre-teen ministry associate at North Monroe Baptist Church, Monroe.
Tom, wife Dee, Carter is the new associate pastor at Ridge Avenue Baptist Church, West Monroe.
Charles Ellzey has resigned as pastor of Bethel Baptist Church, Livingston.
Jeff Smith has resigned as pastor of Genesis Church, Denham Springs.
Tony Cassels has resigned as pastor at Center Point, West Monroe.
Jeff McPherson is the new facilities manager at North Monroe Baptist Church, Monroe.
HOMECOMING
Beech Springs Baptist Church, Quitman: 111th Homecoming, July 22, 11 a.m. Special Guest: Leslie Fogleman. Special Music: Chet Andrews. Lunch will follow the service in the fellowship hall. Pastor: Jim Lancaster.
United Baptist Church, Winnfield: 50th Anniversary on Homecoming Sunday, August 5, 10:30 a.m. Speaker: Glen Curtis, former pastor. A covered dish lunch will follow the service. At 1:30 p.m., The Freemans, a well-known Gospel group from Tennessee will be in concert. The church is located at 1591 Hwy 472 in Winnfield. Everyone is invited to attend. Pastor: Justin Caples.
Hebron Baptist Church, Summerfield: Homecoming, August 5, 10 a.m. followed by dinner on the grounds. Speaker: Rusty Gilbert. Special Music: Alice Gandy. Pastor: Andy Prince.
REVIVAL
United Baptist Church, Jena: Revival, July 29-August 1; Sunday 11 a.m. and 5 p.m.; Monday-Wednesday, 6:30 p.m. Evangelist: Scotty McDowell, chalk artist. Worship: Ken Gilmore. Pastor: Johnnie Phillips.
First Baptist Church, Converse: Revival, July 29-August 1, 6:30 p.m. nightly. Speaker: Eddie Harrison. Special Music: The Wills Family. Pastor: Glenn H. F. Bezerra.
Maple Springs Baptist Church, Logansport: August 5-8. Evangelist: Scotty McDowell, chalk artist. Pastor: Charles McClintock.
Midway Baptist Church, Converse: Revival, August 8-12, 7 p.m. nightly, Speaker: Larry Pridmore. Pastor: Clinton Alford.
Little Flock Baptist Church, Many: Revival, August 9-10. Evangelist: Scotty McDowell, chalk artist. Pastor: Otis Branam.
First Baptist Church, Greensburg: Revival, August 10-11, 6:30 p.m. Speaker: Butch Knight. If you have any questions or need directions please call 225.222.6580, First Baptist Church, 6260 Hwy 10, Greensburg, LA. Pastor: Tommy Smith.
LAGNIAPPE
Bob Colquette is available for pulpit supply, interim or pastorate. He is willing to relocate. Call 337.401.6551 or 337.401.6553.
Joseph Franklin, pastor of Mt Triumph Baptist Church, Boyce, is in need of a donated piano. For more information, call him at 318.730.8400.
Faith Baptist Church, Bastrop: Pastor needed. Please send résumés to Attn: Pastor Search Committee, Faith Baptist Church, 809 Cleveland St., Bastrop, La. 71220 or email résumés to faithbcbastropppc@gmail.com.
Satsuma Baptist Church, Livingston: Annual Back Pack Give Away, July 28, 11 p.m. to 1 p.m. There will be food, games, and free backpacks. Pastor: Brad Delaughter.
Memorial Baptist Church, Longville: WeRCalled in concert, July 28, 6:30 p.m. Pastor: Jimmy Clark.
New Hope Baptist Church, De Quincy: WeRCalled in concert, July 29. Pastor: Roland Hebert.
Ebenezer Baptist Church, Florien: Community 5th Sunday singing, July 29, 5 p.m. Bring a song and a covered dish.
Twin Oaks Baptist Church, Bastrop: The Lisembys in concert, July 29, 6 p.m. Pastor: Luther Sanson.
Live Oak Baptist Church, Denham Springs: Obedience 2 Death Ministries, July 29, 8 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. worship services. Obedience 2 Death Ministries is a non-profit organization dedicated to teaching obedience and spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ through the unique use of Labrador Retrievers. Using dogs as a visual illustration, O2D blends humor with simple and timeless biblical truths to show the power of obedience in the life of the believer. Fish Fry & Baptism, July 29, 5 p.m. Meet at Oakleigh House on LA Hwy 16. Pastor: Johnny Morgan.
Gulf Coast Baptist Church, Galliano: Vacation Bible School, July 29-August 1, 6-8:30 p.m. Pastor: Shane Terrebonne.
Victory Baptist Church, Monroe: MEGA Sports Camp, July 29-August 1, 5:30-8 p.m. Pastor: Grant Bamburg.
East Fork Baptist Church, Kentwood: Obedience 2 Death Ministries, August 1, 6:30 p.m. Obedience 2 Death Ministries is a non-profit organization dedicated to teaching obedience and spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ through the unique use of Labrador Retrievers. Using dogs as a visual illustration, O2D blends humor with simple and timeless biblical truths to show the power of obedience in the life of the believer. Pastor: Ernest Morris Graham.
Temple Baptist Church, Winnsboro: Encounter 2018, August 1, 6 p.m. Speaker: Brian Rogers. Worship: BBC Youth Band. This is a special event for all teens in Franklin Parish and hosted by Deer Creek Baptist Association. Pastor: Jimmy Harper.
Antioch Baptist Church, Farmerville: Vacation Bible School, July 29-August 2, 6 to 8:30 p.m. Supper will be served starting at 5:30 p.m. Pastor: Rubin Weaver.
First Baptist Church, Minden: Lamplight Artists Music & Theater Camp, July 29-August 3. This camp is for children entering 2nd through 8th grades. Cost: $149. Register online at lamplighterartists.com/camps. Pastor: Leland Crawford.
Philadelphia Baptist Church, Deville: New Speer Family in Concert, July 30, 7 p.m. Pastor: Philip Robertson.
First West Fairbanks, Sterlington: Vacation Bible School, August 1, 6–8:30 p.m. VBS will be held at First West – West Monroe Campus. Kids will learn what it means to live fully alive in Jesus!
Foster Road Baptist Church, Baton Rouge: Friday Night Worship, 6 p.m. (fellowship meal); 7 p.m. (Worship). August 3 – Speaker: Ferdinand Gaines Jr., First Community Antioch Church, Lutcher; Music: First Community Antioch Praise Team; August 10 – Speaker: Tommy Middleton, Executive Director of Baptist Association of Greater Baton Rouge; Music: Daniel Warren, New Covenant Baptist Church; August 17 – Speaker: Nicholas Leblanc, Central Bible Church; Music: Jason Jacobs, Central Bible Church; August 24 – Speaker: Jeremy Pruitt, Fellowship Baptist Church; Music: Laramie Minga, Woodlawn Baptist Church. Pastor: Michael Morris.
First Baptist Church, Princeton: Back to School Bash, August 4, 9 a.m. – noon. We will have free inflatables, fun, food, activities for everyone. Come and bring a friend. Pastor: Darrell Cooper.
Life Point Community Church, Mansura: Inaugural Grilling for God barbecue cook-off and car show, August 4, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.; Judging will be at 2 p.m.; awards presentation will be at 3 p.m. Pastor: Jacob Crawford.
Poydras Baptist Church, St. Bernard: WeRCalled in concert, August 5, 10:30 a.m. Pastor: John Galey.
First Baptist Church, Patterson: The Southern Plainsmen in concert, August 5, 10:30 a.m. A love offering will be taken. Pastor: Mark Norwood.
First Baptist Church, Pineville: First@First Business Leader Luncheon, August 6, noon. Speaker: Philip Robertson, pastor of Philadelphia Baptist Church. Cost: $10 and you may pay at the door. Please RSVP to Stewart Holloway (sholloway@fbcpineville.net.) Pastor: Stewart Holloway.
North Monroe Baptist Church, Monroe: 20th annual Jennifer Robertson Memorial Praise Fest, August 11, 6 p.m. The praise fest will be a Gaither-style concert. Anyone wishing to sing in the choir is asked to attend a practice on Saturday, August 11 at 9 a.m. at North Monroe Baptist Church. A love offering will be received and monies collected will be deposited into the Jennifer Robertson Memorial Scholarship Fund at Louisiana College. For additional information, please contact Bill Robertson 318.449.4291 or Elaine McKay at 318.248.3609. Pastor: Bill Dye.
