Baptistwww.baptisttrumpet.com Trumpet OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF BAPTIST MISSIONARY ASSOCIATION OF Volume 77 July 12, 2017 Little Rock, Arkansas Number 37 Moving with ministers Business Listing Coming and staff Soon to Trumpet Website By The Editor ing phrases (such as, “best burgers in Don Seat has accepted the pastor- Beginning July 19, the Baptist town” or “in business for 35 years,” ate of Macedonia Baptist Church at Trumpet will accept submissions for etc.) will not be allowed. Jonesboro. a new listing of businesses owned by Submissions by business owners Donald Thompson has accepted BMA of Arkansas church members. may be sent to editor@baptisttrum- the pastorate of Union Grove Bap- This listing will be on the website pet.com or Baptist Trumpet Editor, tist Church at Blevins, and will be only, and will not appear in the ac- P.O. Box 192208, Little Rock, Ark. ordained there July 23 at 1:30 p.m. tual Trumpet. The target date for the 72219. Roger Honey recently surren- list to go live at baptisttrumpet.com We hope this listing will be ben- dered to the ministry at Pocahontas is Sept. 1. eficial to BMA business owners, as Baptist Church in Pocahontas, and The list is designed to denote busi- well as BMA members who want to SOAR: Ministry for Every Believer will preach his first sermon there nesses that are owned and operated by do business with “family.” Church vans piled in to the Gay- kicked off the conference. July 16. He is available for preaching members in good standing of BMA lord Texan Resort the afternoon Afterward, the keynote speaker, appointments as the Lord leads, and of Arkansas churches. The nature and Submissions Must Include of July 5 for three days that would Dustin Wisely, entered the stage to can be contacted at (870) 378-6683. actions of the business must not con- • Name and full street address of change lives forever. Nearly 2,000 give the students a foreshadowing of Mike Cross is available for flict with the BMA Doctrinal State- the business students came together for the first the sessions to come — that all fol- preaching appointments, pastoral or ment and our Church Covenant. • Owner’s name session that evening, where Ryan lowers of Christ are called to minis- interim pastoral service. Contact him A listing should not be considered • Name/location of the BMA of Storey, Jordan Bowen and Mckenna try, no matter what. The evening was at (979) 402-5491 or mikecross413@ an endorsement or recommendation Arkansas church where the owner is Marlow hyped up the youth and concluded with a worshipful set from gmail.com. by the BMA of Arkansas, the church a “member in good standing” We the Union, then students emp- Carter Pearce, of Omaha, Ark., where the owner is a member, the • Contact information (phone tied out of the Texas Ballroom and is available for preaching appoint- Baptist Trumpet or the Trumpet staff. number, email, Website address) filled the SOAR Village. ments as the Lord leads. He can be All submissions will be subject to ap- • Preference for the heading the Thousands of students roamed contacted at (870) 688-7412. proval by the editor. listing will be under (see list below). See BUSINESS, Page 4 the different stations in the Village, Mike Wallace, 47, is available for This is simply a list, and advertis- which included a bookstore, a café, a preaching appointments and pasto- “Built to Build” station which helped ral service as the Lord leads. He has students discover their natural min- been in the ministry for 15 years, and istry gifting, a VSM Experience is a member of Blanchard Springs Discovery Supports and Prayer Walk, a blogging center Baptist Church at Junction City. where students shared their hearts Contact him at (870) 952-0234. Bible’s Gezer Account and many other stations from im- Dickinson Baptist Church at By David Roach • Baptist Press period of Israel’s conquest, Ortiz said. pactful ministries. The Village Stage Harrell is seeking a bi-vocational Tel Gezer, Israel — A discov- The new discovery “does fit in featured music from Raquel, smooth pastor. Contact Sonya Harrell at ery of ancient human remains by with what we know about Gezer acoustic tunes Tyler Sellers, and (870) 510-4773. Southwestern Baptist Theological in the biblical period,” said Ortiz, even Youth Pastor Karaoke, through Seminary archaeologists has helped professor of archaeology and bibli- which Dave Vandergriff emerged as confirm Scripture’s portrayal of the cal backgrounds and director of the victor. Carson Inauguration city of Gezer in southern Israel. Tandy Institute. “The King of Gezer The Committee for the Inaugura- The following sessions walked The discovery, unearthed this sum- apparently was one of the leaders tion of Dr. Scott Carson and the fac- through Philippians 1 and 2, and mer by Southwestern’s Tandy Insti- (in the region). In the conquest ac- ulty and staff Dustin Wisely explained how even tute of Archaeology, included remains counts, we have him organizing oth- of South- though Paul was in prison when he of two adults and a child inside a er Canaanite kings, so the biblical eastern Bap- wrote these letters, he was ecstatically building that appeared to have been narrative has this memory of Gezer tist College joyful in Christ. Why is this? Because violently destroyed by Egyptians in in Laurel, being an important city.” God was his true treasure, and his only the 13th century B.C., according to Gezer’s elevated position in cen- desire was to make Christ known. Paul Miss. invite you to the media reports. Because the Egyptians tral Judea allowed the city to control had full confidence that God was in in that period preferred to keep van- an important trade route running complete control, and in life or death inauguration of Dr. Scott quished foes alive, “the heavy destruc- from the Mediterranean to Jerusa- See SOAR, Page 6 Carson to tion suggests the Egyptian pharaoh lem and Jericho, Haaretz reported. the office of encountered much resistance from Joshua 10:33 (HCSB) states that president. The ceremony will begin the Gezerites,” Southwestern archae- “King Horam of Gezer went to help at 6 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 3, in the ology professor Steven Oritz told the Lachish” when Joshua attacked it, “but In This Issue Multi-Purpose Building on campus, Israeli newspaper Haaretz. Joshua struck him down along with his Camps (pg. 2) located at 4229 Highway 15 North, That level of resistance, Ortiz told people, leaving no survivors.” Some Master’s Builders (pg. 7) Laurel, Miss. 39443. Baptist Press, suggests Gezer was 200-300 years later, Israel’s King Sol- For more information, call (601) among the more powerful cities in omon received Gezer as a gift from Song of Solomon (pg. 3) 426-6346. There will be a reception southern Canaan during Israel’s con- the Egyptian pharaoh and established Spiritual Leadership (pg. 3) following the inauguration. (Chris quest of the Promised Land, as the bib- it as a fortification (I Kings 9:15-17). Floyd, Committee for the Inauguration lical book of Joshua indicates. Egypt’s Ancient Egyptian documents also Spotlight: Philippines (pg. 4) of Dr. Scott Carson; via Mississippi destruction of the city occurred either mention Gezer as a key city in the Baptist) during or immediately preceding the See GEZER, Page 8 s

Okay Community, Saratoga, July 16-21, 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. (Sun.); 7 p.m. PROFILE (Mon.-Wed.); Kenneth Bobo, evan. Bodcaw #1, Bodcaw, July 17-21, 7 p.m.; Nick Flowers, evan.; Lane Garner, Central Baptist College pastor. 1501 College Ave. • Conway, Arkansas 72034 Dickinson, Harrell, July 17-19, 7 Terry Kimbrow (501) 329-6872 • (800) 205-6872 • www.cbc.edu p.m.; Eddie Raines, evan. President : @CentBaptCollege and @tkimbrow Farmville, Warren, July 17-21, 7 p.m.; Dwayne Ashcraft, evan.; Billy Biggs, pastor. Forest Hill, Emmet, July 17-21, 7:30 p.m.; Dr. Roger Copeland, evan.; Rodney Call for Third-Party Comments Langston, pastor. The Teacher Education Program President’s List Bluff Springs, Rosston, July 23-28; at Central Baptist College is hosting To qualify for the President’s List, 5 p.m. (Sun.); 7 p.m. (Mon.-Fri.); Donnie Deaton, evan. (Sun.-Tues.); David Dillard, an accreditation visit by the Council a student must be enrolled for a evan. (Wed.-Fri.); Donnie Dillard, pastor. Arkansas Galilean Summer for the Accreditation of Educator minimum of 12 semester hours and Center Point, Nashville, July 23-26, 7 Preparation (CAEP) on Nov. 12-15. have earned a grade point average of p.m.; Jerry Holland, evan. and pastor. Camp is July 28-30 Interested parties are invited to sub- 4.000 out of a possible 4.000. Antioch, Nashville, July 30-Aug. 2, 7 By Kenneth Colvert p.m.; Brent Thompson, evan.; Bobby Neal, mit third-party comments to the site Traditional Students — Krista pastor. It’s almost time for the Arkansas Galileans to head to Ponca Bible Camp in the visit team by Sept. 30. Please note Abel, Candra Barnett, Addie Bend- Laneburg, Prescott, July 30-Aug. 2, 7 beautiful Ozark Mountains. This is a wilderness camp where we look forward to that comments must address sub- er, Jacob Bentley, Hannah Bowen, p.m.; David Dillard, evan.; David Hampton, relief from the summer heat and a great time of fun, fellowship and worship. stantive matters related to the quality Austin Bowman, Michaela Brandon, pastor. Registration will begin in the cafeteria at 4:30 p.m. Friday, July 28. Color of professional education programs Andrew Brewer, Mackenzie Crocker, Guard and devotional will be at 7:30, and the evening meal will be served at 7:45. offered, and should specify the par- Matthew Davis, Marcus Davis, Ste- Baugh, Jeremy Booker, Jessica Bor- Activities for the weekend include four worship services. The Saturday night ty’s relationship to the program (i.e., phen Dixon, Laura Embry, Kaylen den, Dylan Bradley, Sydney Bullard, service will be held in a huge rock shelter in the wilderness. Other activities graduate, present or former faculty Fagala, Zachary Ferrell, Katherine Rikki Burch, Kinley Burrows, Hsin- include Galilean Step work classes, Bible quizzes, wilderness adventures with member, employer of graduates). Fitts, Emily Gardner, Lenee Gib- YaCheng, Michael Clark, Michael hikes exploring Lost Valley, swimming in the Buffalo River, fun and games in We invite you to submit writ- son, Reagan Goode, Amanda Hall, Coffman Jr, Blair Courtney, Timo- camp and camp recreation room and delicious meals. ten testimony to: CAEP, 1140 19th Meredith Hammontree, Hattie thy East, Richard Estes III, Eliza- Dale Broom, former missionary to Ghana, will be the camp speaker, and Dan Street NW, Suite 400, Washington, Horton, Kassidy Irwin, Constance beth Fulmer, Gunnar Gault, Tatum Williams will give reports on his mission trip to Ukraine. A complete schedule DC 20036; or callforcomments@ Key, Kelsy Knox, Austin Kocher, Gombard, Kelly Gordon, Taylor is posted on our Galilean website at galileans.com. caepnet.org. Nathaniel Lawrence, Zachary Lee, Graham, Savannah Graham, Shayla The fee for the camp is $60 for each camper, and checks should be made Such comments must be within Austin Lewis, Jonathan Long, Des- Green, Jessica Hager, Kobie Hart- payable to Arkansas Galileans. Each camper will need a signed medical/photo the specified period and based on the tinee Marvel, Carter Mayo, Paige man, Brady Harvey, Brandon Hick- release form, which can be downloaded from the Galilean website. core tenets of CAEP accreditation McCain, Bailey McElyea, Eduard ingbotham, Doyne Higgins, Dani- Dress is informal for the entire camp;, but long pants, good hiking shoes standards of excellence, which recog- Millan Morales, Callum Morris, elle Hightower, Alexandria Hillman, and insect repellant to protect campers from ticks and chiggers are encouraged nize that: Sarah Murphy, Whitney Noel, Ash- Kymberlie House, Jordan James, for wilderness adventures. Other items needed for camp are: a sleeping bag or • In CAEP’s performance based lyn Ohm, Ryan Orr, Rachel Pascoe, Kady Johnson, Andrew Johnson, bedroll to go on your bunk bed, pillow, flashlight, towel, washcloth, soap, comb, system, accreditation is based on evi- Catelyn Payne, Lauren Pharr, Ce- Cobi Johnson, Beth Jones, Jessica toothbrush, toothpaste and other toiletries, Bible, Galilean Book, pencil or pen dence that demonstrates that teacher cilia Putter, Miriam Rogers, Levi Jones, Preston Jones, Rachael Jones, and spending money for the canteen. candidates know the subject matter Rutherford, Lindsey Sansom, Ma- Zachary Kearney, Mallory Kirke- Camp will be dismissed after lunch on Sunday, July 30. and can teach it effectively so that caela Shieldnight, Zachary Sieben- mier, Michael Landis, Rachel Law- We’re looking forward to seeing a group of men and boys from your local students learn. In the CAEP sys- mann, Melody Siebenmann, Allison son, Jacob Lowery, Jessica Manary, church at camp. For further information, contact me at [email protected] or tem, Educator Preparation Providers Skelton, Madison Skelton, Haley Kylee McClendon, Makayla Mc- (479) 629-3258. (EPPs) must prove that candidates Spencer, Wyatt Spigener, Gabriel Crackin, Seth McLemore, Alejandro Please call or e-mail me by Saturday, July 15 with the number in your can connect theory to practice and be Stanton, Fantasia Stepp, Marinna Mendoza, Lacey Mitchell, Travis group that will be coming to camp. effective in an actual P-12 classroom. Thomas, Tiffany Thornton, Hannah Owen, Dalton Parker, Artemii Pav- • A professional education pro- Tilley, James Tyson III, Chad Waller lov, Jared Perry, Deekota Polk, Averi vider that is accredited by CAEP is and Jade Woodrome. Ratliff, Mary Rice, Landon Riddle, expected to be involved in ongoing PACE and Online Students — Marley Ruple, DaKota Saeler, Jessica Arkansas Camp Joshua 2017 planning and evaluation; engaged Brandon Adams, Calvin Bell, Boni Sawyer, Sarah Shelton, Lee Smoth- By Rose Mimms, Exec. Dir. in continuous assessment and de- Jo Boser, Nathan Broyles, Carrie ers, Hunny Stephens, Maxwell Sul- Arkansas Right to Life’s (ARTL) pro-life summer camp for teenagers is set velopment; ensure that faculty and Collins, James Cox, Carrie Craw- livan, Kiera Timmons, Alexis Toney, for July 28-30. In 2012, ARTL held its first successful summer camp for young programs reflect new knowledge, ford, Susanna Ford, Jerry Gibbons, Madilyn Townsend, Timothy Turn- people. We did it again the next year hosting a fall and spring camp, and since practice and technologies; and be Timothy Gray, Ralph Grinnell, er, Jerry Valdez, Lauren Whenrey, then we have planned a summer camp each year in July. involved in continuous development Carrie Hanson, Lance Hawkins, McKenna Wilson, Bryant Wilson Arkansas Camp Joshua (ACJ) will provide a weekend of pro-life education in response to the evolving world of Kimberly Head, Mitchell Hensley, and Alexandra Young. and training in order to equip students to be knowledgeable and effective pro- education and educational reform. Melissa Hobson, Johnna Hoffman, PACE and Online Students life advocates and leaders. The camp is part of the Life & Leadership Camps Copies of correspondence received Naomi Howard, Preston Jones, Ni- — Ricky Bullinger, Terrance Cart- initiative, a nationwide pro-life program developed by National Right to Life, will be sent to the college for com- cole King, Joshua Lewis, Lori Miller, wright, Josiah Conner, John Cum- Louisiana Right to Life and Wisconsin Right to Life. ment prior to the review. No anony- Sara Minett, Katherine Moore, Eliz- mings, Angela Dobbins, Gregory ACJ will cover the full spectrum of right to life issues — including abortion, mous testimony will be considered. abeth Paredes, Lyndsay Risley, James Fields, Leigh Gray, Angie Halvor- euthanasia and assisted suicide — and will include instruction, workshops and Steele, Thomas Stricklin, John Stu- son, Christie Hammons, Tiffany fun outdoor activities. Students will network with other pro-life teens from Academic Achievement art, Crystal Taller, Keri Tumbleson, Hawkins, Jasmin Joseph, Kamryn across the state and acquire the tools to be pro-life leaders at their school. It is a pleasure to release for pub- Jason Weatherly and Sandra Wulf. Kaufman, Amanda Luedke, Kristen Camp will take place at CrossHeirs Retreat Center in Arkansas County, and lication the President’s and Dean’s McCravey, Carol Meaders, Jerrica is open to high school students who will be entering grades 9-12 or who will be Lists in recognition of student aca- Dean’s List Mitchell, Matthew Morriss, Glenda college freshmen this fall. A donation of $100 per student is suggested, which demic achievement. The following To qualify for the Dean’s List, a Mulligan, Alyssa Newhouse, Mar- includes transportation, meals accommodations, materials and a T-shirt. Lim- lists are for the spring of 2017. (Due student must be enrolled for a mini- garet Richardson, Chelsea Riddle, ited scholarships are available. to space constraints, hometowns were mum of 12 semester hours and have Misty Rucker, Charles Shelton, Lisa To register, complete the registration forms available at campjoshuaar.com. not included in this article. To see a earned a grade point average of 3.500 Shepard-Malone, Brenda Smith, For more information, contact ARTL’s Abby or Rose at (501) 663-4237 or complete listing of student names or higher out of a possible 4.000. Hayley Tacker, KiMontie Taller, [email protected]. with their hometowns, visit cbc.edu/ Traditional Students — Sadie Devin Tate, Adrienne Tolbert, Da- Please share this article with others to help us inform pro-life young people Articles/presidents_list_and_deans_ Backus, Jacob Baker-Worsley, Da- vid Tull, Elston Vanwinkle, Angela and parents in your church, school or community about this unique opportu- list_-_spring_2017.aspx.) kota Barron, Stephanie Battles, John Weatherly and Todd Welter. nity. Visit campjoshuaar.com today!

-2- BAPTIST TRUMPET, July 12, 2017 CHURCH HEALTH P.O. Box 878 • Conway, Ark. 72033-0878 Deaths (501) 455-4977 • [email protected] Scott Attebery, Executive Director LARRY BARKER Patricia McCool died March ScottScott Attebery,Scott Attebery, Attebery,Executive Executive Director Executive Director Director Scott Attebery, Executive Director Director of Operations North America 31. She was a member of Immanuel [email protected]@discipleguide.org Attebery,[email protected]@discipleguide.org Executive Director BMA of America Missions Department Baptist Church in Sheridan. [email protected]@discipleguide.org .com/scott.atteberyfacebook.com/scott.attebery Juanita Gentry died May 25. facebook.com/scott.atteberyfacebook.com/scott.attebery @scottatteberyfacebook.com/scott.attebery@scottattebery She was a member of Immanuel @scottatteberyfacebook.com/scott.attebery What Does Spiritual Leadership Look Like? @scottattebery@scottattebery Baptist Church in Sheridan. @scottattebery Much has been said and written Your word is your bond and is trust- Brenda Franks Harrison, 77, of about leadership: worthy. A good rule of leadership, on Horn Lake, Miss., died July 1. She “Everything rises and falls on both sides, is through clear commu- was a member of Spring Branch Blessings of the Song of Solomon By Jerry Jolly about Sweet- leadership.” nication and to stay away from sur- Baptist Church in Taylor. I am excited about the upcoming pea in His “Leadership is influence.” prises and blindsiding someone. Billy L. Burns, 81 of Shongaloo, study of Song of Solomon in the Fall loving de- “The speed of the leader deter- • Your people need to know their La., died July 9. He was a member edition of Compass Bible Studies. scription in mines the speed of the team.” opinions and input are valued. of Spring Branch Baptist Church in Perhaps you are wondering why a 4:1-7. There are volumes of books on lead- Many times, the insights of other Taylor. ership from the business world and leaders around you can save you a widower would be enthusiastic about I thank from the church world, but there are lot of heartache. They may think of studying a book written about love God for the signments and get right to the big two books on leadership from a bibli- things you may not have considered. and marriage. The reason is simple: wonderful, jobs — the ones with the influence cal perspective that really stand out to No one enjoys following a leader all scripture is given by inspiration encouraging and prestige.” me. They are Spiritual Leadership by J. who thinks the only good opinion of God and is a blessing to prayerful words in the L.R. Scarborough once issued this Oswald Sanders and Spiritual Leader- is his or hers. Some act like they do readers, no matter their life situation. Song of Solo- challenge: “If your place is not great ship by Henry and Richard Blackaby. not want to be confused by the facts It seems in the last three years, mon! Study them carefully because enough to suit you, make it so. The The Blackabys define spiritual because their mind is already made since the passing of my wife, Sweet- you never know when you will need minister who is unable to make a place leadership as “moving people onto up. Be open and teachable to other pea, God had me in mind when He them more than you ever have in great is too weak to hold a great one.” God’s agenda.” It is not about the perspectives and ideas. led Solomon to write these words. In your whole life — whether you are Resist the temptation to look for leader’s agenda, but God’s. The leader • Your people need to under- reading them, I have remembered: happily married, single, divorced, “greener grass” and focus on your must be careful not to think that he is stand there can be beauty in being • The joy of my proposal of mar- newlywed or widowed. Every word responsibilities right where God the only one who can hear from God challenged and in creating good riage being accepted. of the Bible is relevant and powerful has placed you. My wife likes to say, on a matter. There is definitely more tension. This works hand-in-hand • The blessing of 54 years, 9 for every believer. “Bloom where you are planted.” wisdom in a multitude of counsel. with the previous insight, but let me months and 6 days of loving com- Compass Bible Studies is pro- The great missionary Jim Elliot The greatest ideas for ministering quote Ed Stetzer who said, “Sur- panionship. duced by DiscipleGuide. You can said, “Wherever you are, be all there! to people who are far from God will round yourself with strong voices • God’s presence through every find out more about Compass at dis- Live to the hilt every situation you probably come from your members who have permission to disagree.” A trial. cipleguide.org or by calling (800) believe to be the will of God.” more often than from the leaders. great thing to remember here is that • Solomon was surely talking 333-1442. That is not a negative, but they are just because someone disagrees with rubbing shoulders with them and you does not mean they are your listening to the Holy Spirit as He enemy. Usually, the biggest need is directs them on how to reach them. more information and answering In Gaining by Losing, J.D. Greear unanswered questions. says, “Furthermore, if the majority • Your people need to see a leader of what Jesus wants to do He wants who is courageous enough to take to do in the community, it shouldn’t a stand, but also willing to admit surprise us that He puts His best when they make a mistake. Always vision into the hearts of the people try to make sure that when you do who live and work there for the ma- make a mistake, your motives are jority of their hours each week.” pure and not selfish. This way, they God has a way of doing extraor- will know that it was not a mistake of dinary things through very ordinary the heart, but a mistake of the head. people who are willing to obey Him. A true spiritual leader is someone Remember, Paul told the church in who is willing to stand alone when Corinth that not many wise, power- they have to, but who never enjoys or ful or noble have been called. Instead, desires that to happen. He has chosen the foolish, insignifi- • Your people need to see a leader cant and weak. with a servant’s heart. This cannot be Here are some thoughts on being just verbiage, but must be shown by a spiritual leader: example. You should not have to do • Your people need to see that you everything, but you should be willing are walking with Jesus. You should to do whatever needs to be done. Re- not have to prove it to them or tell member, there are a lot of volunteers them, but it should be noticeable and giving of their time to serve and help evident that God’s hand is upon you. any way they can. They appreciate a More than anything else, can they tell leader who is willing to roll up his that you are walking with Jesus and or her sleeves and help. A core value in close fellowship with Him? As a of leadership needs to be that no can leader, your number one responsibility lead until they first serve. is to seek God’s face and His agenda. • Your people need to see a leader You must have a face-to-face relation- who is faithful in the little tasks and ship and daily encounter with God. smaller details. The word is clear • Your people need to know they that “he that is faithful in little will be can trust you. Leadership is primar- faithful in much.” Don’t be looking for ily built on trust that stands on top of greener grass; instead plant, water, honesty, which gives the leader cred- and see the grass grow and flourish ibility. Simply said, “Your yes is yes, right where you are. The Blackabys and your no is no.” You are a leader said this: “The problem is, too many that does what you say you will do. people want to bypass the small as-

-3- BAPTIST TRUMPET, July 12, 2017 Spotlight On HOMECOMINGS Bodcaw #1, Bodcaw, July 23, Trumpet Notes 10:30 a.m.; Pastor Lane Garner, By Diane Spriggs devotional; Justin Clark, speaker; lunch Missions at the church, followed by singing in the afternoon. “God’s Not Dead” Donates; Bible-Minded Cities BMA of America Russell, Russell, July 23 (Sunday Set to Film Again in Ark. A newly released study from P.O. Box 30910 • Little Rock, Ark. 72260 School 10 a.m.; Worship 11 a.m.) Jerry “Executive producers of the American Bible Society ranks Chat- (501) 455-4977 • www.bmaam.com Hagar, speaker; lunch at the church, Christian ‘God’s Not Dead’ movie tanooga, Tenn., as the nation’s most Velvet Ridge Singers in concert, 1:30 series donated $25,000 July 6 to re- Bible-minded city. After claim- p.m., Randy Zinn, pastor. Union Grove, Blevins, July 30, 10 place a Ten Commandments monu- ing the top position in 2013 and Stan & Donna Scroggins • Philippines a.m.; Jerry Evans, speaker; lunch at the ment after the original was smashed 2014, Chattanooga lost its lead to John Rey ( J.R.) Navarte is our new church planter. church. Donald Thompson, pastor. less than a day after its installation Birmingham, Ala., in 2015; but re- He graduated from the BMA Bible College back in Bethany, Jonesboro, Aug. 6 on Arkansas’ State Capitol grounds,” claimed its position as the leader in March. He is an honor graduate and considered to be (Sunday School 9:45 a.m.; Message said Emma Pettit in an arkansason- 2016 and again this year. one of our most outstanding students ever. 11 a.m.); lunch at the church, followed line.com report. Rankings are based on Chatta- Every student seeking a ministry degree is required to by singing in the afternoon. Mitch Doss, pastor. The six-foot-tall stone inscribed noogans’ thoughts about the Bible’s spend a semester in the field as an intern, and J.R. spent Macedonia, Jonesboro (176 with the 10 biblical laws was erected accuracy and reported levels of regu- his intern semester in Honda Bay on the island of Pala- Anniversary,) Aug. 20, lunch at the near the Arkansas Supreme Court lar Bible reading. Tennessee has long wan. He worked with the Honda Bay Baptist Church church. Don Seat, pastor. building on June 27. Early the next been the state with the largest num- under Pastor Rex, another BMABC grad. day, according to police reports, Mi- ber of high-ranking cities — Tri-Cit- Pastor Rex and the congregation loved him so much, chael Tate Reed of Van Buren drove ies (No. 4) and Knoxville (No. 9) also they wanted him to come and work with them after BUSINESS a Dodge Dart into the monument, ranked in the top 10 for 2017. (Little graduation. Knowing God’s will for him to return to J.R. Navarte (Continued From Page 1) which toppled, shattering the gran- Rock/Pine Bluff ranked No. 8.) Palawan, J.R. could see the doors opening for church planting. ite. Funds quickly began coming in To be considered Bible-minded, Along with our supporters in the U.S. and support from the church in Sample Submission to replace the structure. respondents must state they have Honda Bay, we knew God was giving us a special opportunity to collaborate Diane’s Diner, 456 Apple Lane, The original “God’s Not Dead” read the Bible in the past seven days together in reaching people and planting a church on this island. Donna and Little Rock, Ark. 72209; Diane movie follows a college student who and believe strongly in the accuracy I have traveled there twice, and will work closely with him with salary support Spriggs (Oak Park, Little Rock); argues about the existence of God of the Bible. Nationally, only 25% and training. He has already selected a Barangay (like a subdivision in the Phil- (555) 234-5678; [email protected]; with an unbelieving professor. The of the population was considered ippines) and begun a home Bible study with 12 attenders. dianesdiner.com; restaurants follow-up, “God’s Not Dead 2”, was Bible-minded. (onenewsnow.com) Danny Ballard, our BMA missionary in Manila, took a Filipino Volunteer filmed in Little Rock in 2015, the Student Mission team to Honda Bay in May. The team provided funds to build Heading Suggestions same year state Sen. Jason Rapert Canadian Baby Issued a “parsonage” for J.R., and Honda Bay Baptist Church gave him a spot for it Submitters are encouraged to sug- (R-Bigelow) sponsored a bill to get Gender-Free Health Card next to the church. It is simple, but J.R. is very proud of it. gest which heading their listing will the Ten Commandments tribute in- “A baby in Canada was given a J.R. needs transportation. We’ve located a used motorcycle for $500. Anyone go under (see list below), but the final stalled. The two movies grossed more health card without a gender des- who could help with this, please let me know. You can also connect with J.R. on decision will be made by the Trum- than $80 million combined, accord- ignation, supposedly making it the Facebook to encourage him. ([email protected]) pet. Other headings will be added as ing to Box Office Mojo, a website world’s first gender-free baby. U.S. needed. that tracks movie revenue. evangelist Franklin Graham has de- Doug & Diane Lee • Philippines Accounting/Bookkeeping “God’s Not Dead 3” will be film- nounced as ‘nonsense’ the parent’s Wow! What a summer! We were ing in Little Rock in the fall, Sen. argument that it’s a human rights Automotive See NOTES, Page 6 home for two and a half months, Catering Rapert said. (arkansasonline.com) and it seemed like it was only a few Child Care Facility days. God was doing what He does Cleaning Services best — taking care of His children. 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-4- BAPTIST TRUMPET, July 12, 2017 Landmark, England, reports Reports two new members. David Inzer, from the pastor. North Hills, Sherwood, added Churches six by letter and witnessed two professions of faith. Jim Ward, Bethany, Jonesboro, gained pastor. three by baptism. Mitch Doss, North View, North Little pastor; Carolyn Koster, reporter. Rock, was blessed with two by Brister, Emerson, welcomed letter and three by baptism. Mike one by baptism. Dr. Eric Goble, Cantrell, pastor. pastor. Oak Park, Little Rock, gained Central, Texarkana, received one by letter. Dr. Gary O’Neal, one by letter and witnessed one pastor. profession of faith. Phillip Dunn, Pocahontas, Pocahontas, pastor. welcomes two by baptism and Central, Trumann, rejoices witnessed one surrender to the over two by statement. Joel Mc- ministry. Randy Lingenfelter, pas- Masters, pastor; Tammy May, re- tor. El Dorado Church porter. South Main, Malvern, wit- Corinth, Rosston, reports one nessed three professions of faith Eudora Leslie, by baptism, the son of Pastor during VBS. Bart Herrington, “RisesWork is progressing From well on the Murmil the Heights Ashes” Baptist Church (El Do- Petie Ward. pastor; Martha Waite, reporter. BMA Writer Dies Eudora Virginia Williams Leslie, rado) church plant, and they hope to complete the project by the end of the Eastside, Lonoke, added two Trinity, Lake City, received 92 of Cedar Park, Texas passed away year. The new facility will replace the original one that was struck by lightning by letter. David Gibson, pastor. two by letter since last report. July 1. She was the widow of BMA and burned on April 11, 2016. Fellowship, Walnut Ridge, Larry Merrell, pastor; Betty Gar- Minister Reuben Leslie, who pas- The new building is being built by R&R (Keith Ramsey) Construction at was blessed with three by baptism rett, reporter. tored churches in Arkansas, Missis- the same site as the original one, and will be 19,000 sq. ft. It will include a and three by letter. John Durham, Twin Oaks, Clarksville, rejoic- sippi, Oklahoma and Texas. 400-seat auditorium, large fellowship hall, nursery and multiple classrooms. A pastor; Phyllis Tribble, reporter. es over two new members. Marty Mrs. Leslie was a public school separate multi-purpose family life center is planned for the future. First, Damascus, gained one Claiborne, pastor. teacher, and for 16 years she wrote “We are so grateful for the prayers and support of the awesome people in by baptism. Daniel Williams, pas- Union Grove, Blevins, reports quarterly children’s and teacher- the family of God,” said Pastor Billy Smith, who celebrated 36 years with the tor. one by baptism. Donald Thomp- training literature, including the church April 5, and will mark 57 years in the ministry in August. “The out- First, Magnolia, welcomed son, pastor; Ann Woods, reporter. book, Jesus Said, for the BMA of pouring of encouragement and the generosity of people have been overwhelm- one by letter and witnessed two West Race, Searcy, added America. ing and humbling. Even in the most difficult times of our lives, God is still professions of faith. Brent Sum- two by letter. Joey McIntosh, pas- Survivors (all of Texas) include a faithful! We have been so blessed. Please continue to pray for us that God will merhill, pastor. tor; Chelsea Hill, reporter. brother, Joe Williams of Austin; three bless the ministry of the church and help us bring people to Christ.” Immanuel, Sheridan, re- Westside, Jacksonville, was daughters, Eunice (Zane) Stigall of ceived 14 by baptism and 7 by blessed with one by letter. Ron- San Gabrielas, Cynthia ( James) De- letter since last report. Gary Co- nie Johnson, pastor. Hart of Beaumont and Rebecca Les- A Closing and a Beginning peland, pastor; Lorena Plunkett, Zion, Fordyce, gained one by By Donna Jackson lie of Pflugerville; a son, Reuben (Sue) reporter. baptism. Nick Flowers, pastor. When the VBS closing program Leslie of Austin; six grandchildren, 15 Kellogg Valley, North Little Walnut Street, Winnsboro, at Milligan Ridge Baptist Church great grandchildren and three step- Rock, rejoices over one by bap- Texas, welcomes two by letter. in Manila ended, Zach Luster (who great-grandchildren. tism. Paul Rice, pastor. David Taylor, pastor. had helped his girlfriend with her Funeral services were held July 7 Pre-K class that week) came for- at Lewis Funeral Home in Magno- ward and presented himself for NEED A PROJECT FOR VBS? lia. Interment was at Ozan Cemetery baptism. After he talked about his in Bingen. decision and how his life had been Memorials may be sent to home changed, Pastor Mike Colvin asked churches, missionaries or the Al- Kailey Holt (Zach’s girlfriend and zheimer’s Association (alz.org). the granddaughter of the late Way- mon Holt, who pastored the church DISTRICt for almost 45 years) to come up and stand with Zach. CALENDAR Zach then told the church how he had asked God to send him a godly Greenbrier District WMA, July 13, 10 a.m.; Springhill, Greenbrier. woman to share his life, and that He It was the sweetest thing you’ve United District WMA, July 15, 10 a.m.; had sent Kailey to him. The pastor ever seen, and his family was there Robin Clark, speaker; Bald Knob, Plumer- then handed him a box, and Zach to witness the event! They are sure- ville. got down on one knee and proposed ly beginning their lives the right Central Arkansas District Brother- hood, July 17; North View, North Little Rock. to Kailey. way. ([email protected]) Greenbrier District Men’s Fellowship until you are ready for bed. The pro- Breakfast, July 22, 7:30 a.m., Immanuel, Save the Date, Ladies! Greenbrier. Come join us Sept. 8-9 at Budd gram will be concluded with lunch Arkansas Prairie District Association, on Saturday, so you have plenty of th Creek Baptist Camp in the beauti- July 28-29, 5 Sunday Services; New Zion, ful woods near Greer’s Ferry for the time to relax and do a little sightsee- Tichnor; Harvey Brock, moderator. ing before you have to head home. Jonesboro District Brotherhood, Aug. annual Arkansas Ladies Retreat. Al- “REACHING THE 8, Herman, Bono. though organized by the BMA of Please bring items for a silent auc- Arkansas WMA, the retreat is for tion. The proceeds will be used for Ronnie and Barbara Johnson all ladies, whether your church has a the State WMA project, which is the NEXT GENERATION” (Bloodbought Ministries) WMA or not. BMA Missions Department. With EIM’s Shepherd Bags Ministry children can reach are available for special events, Sabrina Clayton will be speaking, The cost for the weekend is $45 youth rallies, homecomings. other children around the globe with the Gospel of Jesus and the ladies formerly known as the before Sept. 1, and $50 after that Bro. Ronnie is the current pastor Lifeword Trio will be leading in wor- date and at the door. Registration Christ. For more information on how your children of Westside, Jacksonville. Their ship. includes three meals, a bunk and ministry consist of preaching, can be involved, contact Fonda Norris at 870-226-3626 The weekend is casual and come- fellowship with some of the most singing and puppets. or [email protected] Also visit our website at as-you-are. Registration will begin amazing ladies you will ever meet! Please contact them at at 5 p.m. on Friday, and supper is at Send your registration to Pat Dun- www.eimworldwide.org (870) 659-7774. 6. We will start after supper and go can, P.O. Box 30, Hardy, Ark. 72542.

-5- BAPTIST TRUMPET, July 12, 2017 NOTES Center; Sioux City, Iowa Center PP; (Continued From Page 4) Central Richmond, Calif. Health Center; Vacaville, Calif. Health Cen- violation to assign a sex to the child,” ter PP; and Pittsburg, Calif. Health Bluff Springs, Rosston, July 15, said Stoyan Zaimov in a recent Center. Keokuk, Iowa Health Center 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m.; theme: Over the Christian Post report. PP, a center that referred for abor- Moat; for more information, call (870) Farley Street Baptist Church “This Canadian parent believes tions, will also permanently close on 899-2714. in Waxahachie, Texas is seeking that assigning a child’s sex at birth is June 30. Another Iowa medication Marcus Hill, Enola, July 15, noon- a full-time executive pastor, a part- a human rights violation — and they abortion facility, Quad Cities Center 4:30 p.m.; fish fry to follow at 5 p.m.; time (bi-vocational) outreach director wanted their baby to be registered as Planned Parenthood in Bettendorf, theme: Going Fishing. and a worship pastor. Resumes and Shady Grove, Piggott, July 16-20, ‘gender unknown’ so they can decide is set to close once the building sells. 6-8 p.m.; theme: Galactic Starveyors. questions can be sent to resume@ their own sex. That’s nonsense,” Gra- (lifenews.com) farleystreet.com. Fellowship, Walnut Ridge, July ham wrote in a Facebook post. 17-21, 6 p.m.; theme: Sonrise. Meadowside Baptist Church The story concerns Searyl Atli Hobby Lobby to Pay Immanuel, Camden, July 17-21, in Pittsburg, Kan. is seeking a pas- Doty, born in British Columbia, who $3M Fine for “Smuggling” 9-11 a.m.; ages 5-11; theme: God’s tor.Contact Greg Hardister at (620) is now eight months old. Campaign “Christian-owned Hobby Lobby, Super Heroes in Training. 704-6860 or [email protected]. group Gender Free I.D. Coalition, the world’s largest private arts-and- Park Avenue, Searcy, July 17-21, 9 a.m.-noon; ages 3 through 6th grade; whose goal is to “remove all gender/ crafts retailer, agreed to pay $3 mil- theme: Operation Arctic. 40 Days For Life sex designations from identity docu- lion and forfeit thousands of biblical Macedonia, Jonesboro, July 22, ments,” said that the child was born cuneiform tablets and clay bullae 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; theme: Scuba Splash. In Arkansas “outside of the medical system” and to settle a civil complaint the U.S. Barney, Enola, July 24-28, 6 p.m.; “On Sept. 27, the highly successful did not undergo a genital inspection government filed against the com- theme: Galactic Starveyors. 40 Days for Life campaign returns to Believer’s Quartet & Mike Franklin at birth. pany July 5,” said Leonardo Blair in West Race, Searcy, July 24-28, 6- Little Rock with 40 days of prayer Concert, July 22, 6:30 p.m., Westside, 8:30 p.m.; ages Kindergarten through Searyl’s parent, Kori Doty who a Christian Post report. “The gov- th and fasting for an end to abortion, Jacksonville. 6 grade; theme: Go Fish: “Victory”. “Church Quartet” Singing, Aug. 5, is a “non-binary genderqueer trans ernment’s complaint alleged that Kingsland, Kingsland, July 28 (6- as well as community outreach and 5 p.m. meal; 6 p.m. singing; Faustina, person,” insisted that the child does Hobby Lobby, whose president Steve 8:30 p.m.) – July 29 (9-noon); theme: peaceful witness,” said Mary Pate, Hampton. not need to be assigned a gender… Green is head of the Museum of the Camp Out – Getting S’more of Jesus. who has coordinated the past Little Kingsmen Concert, Aug. 18, 7 p.m., Westside, Jacksonville. Searyl, who was reportedly born in Bible slated to open in Washington, Emmaus, New Edinburg, July Rock Campaigns. November 2016, was issued a health D.C., in November, acquired artifacts 30-Aug. 3, 6-9 p.m.; theme: Sonlight “We know 40 Days for Life has National Park. card in April with the gender listed originating in modern-day Iraq that made a difference in the Little Rock Springdale, Springdale, July 30- SOAR as “U.” The coalition suggested that were unlawfully smuggled from the area,” said Mary. “Here are just a Aug. 3, 6-9 p.m.; theme: Operation (Continued From Page 1) “U” stands for “unspecified or un- United Arab Emirates and Israel as couple of the positive results of our Arctic. known” and that Searyl is the first ‘ceramic tiles’ or ‘clay tiles (sample).’” Calvary, Warren, July 31-Aug. 4, past campaigns: 18 confirmed babies his circumstances would work out for child to be registered in such a way. “We should have exercised more 6-8:30 p.m.; theme: Maker Fun Factory. saved and 35 different churches got his good and Christ’s glory. (christianpost.com) oversight and carefully questioned Liberty, Stamps, July 31-Aug. involved.” Session three brought a panel of how the acquisitions were handled,” 4, 6-8:30 p.m.; theme: Galactic 40 Days for Life is a peaceful, people who grew up going to SOAR, Starveyors. Seven PP Facilities Close Green said in a statement on the set- highly-focused, non-denomination- and who are now living a life that New Caney, Gurdon, July 31- Seven Planned Parenthood (PP) tlement. “Hobby Lobby has cooper- al, pro-life initiative that focuses on serves the Lord outside of vocational Aug. 4, 6-8 p.m.; theme: More than facilities, six of which conducted ated with the government through- 40 days of prayer and fasting, peace- ministry. The panel included foster Conquerors. medication abortions, permanently out its investigation, and with the First, St. Charles, Aug. 4-5; theme: ful vigil at abortion facilities and parents, an NFL football player, a closed June 30 in three states. PP offi- announcement of today’s settlement Camp Out. grassroots educational outreach. businessman involved in training up cials noted that the closures were pri- agreement, is pleased the matter has Banks, Banks, Aug. 12, 9:30 The 40-day time frame is drawn godly men and a short-term mission- marily an attempt to remain solvent been resolved.” a.m.- 2:30 p.m.; breakfast and lunch from examples throughout Biblical ary. All of these people built upon and provided. amid fears that Medicaid reimburse- The company explained that it be- history. solidified the calling that all Chris- ments would be halted by Congress. gan acquiring a number of historical The campaign will feature a peace- tians must live a life of ministry, even Medication abortion facilities that Bibles and other artifacts in 2009 “to and museums… The Company was ful 40-day prayer vigil in the public if they don’t enter vocational ministry. are closing as of June 30, include: At- preserve these items for future gen- new to the world of acquiring these right-of-way outside the Little Rock The final session drove home an lantic City, NJ, where PP cited “se- erations, to provide broad access to items, and did not fully appreciate Family Planning Services at #4 Of- essential point for students — faith- curity” reasons for closure; five other scholars and students alike to study the complexities of the acquisitions fice Park Drive. ful Christians should not be the ex- PP offices cited “financial reasons” for them, and to share the collection process. This resulted in some regret- All prayer vigil participants are ception. Followers of Christ should closing — Burlington, Iowa Health with the world in public institutions table mistakes.” (christianpost.com) asked to sign a statement of peace, live a life of sacrificial, joyful minis- pledging to conduct themselves in a try because they live for something Christ-like manner at all times. greater than this world. They have “40 Days for Life has generated the best news — the Gospel. Bro. proven lifesaving results since its Wisely closed out with a challenge for beginning in 2004 in Bryan/College SOAR students — how are you go- Station, Texas,” said Shawn Carney, ing to live a life of ministry when you national director of 40 Days for Life. leave SOAR? Because, as a follower of “During 10 previous coordinated Christ, it’s what you’re called to do. campaigns, 440 communities have SOAR 2017 had several other participated in this effort. More than opportunities to learn and grow, in- 525,000 people — representing some cluding five different SOAR Work- 15,000 churches — have committed shops, which were a smaller, more to pray and fast. focused time of discipleship. SOAR And we know of at least 5,928 Serves included three different mini unborn children whose lives were mission trips, which served commu- spared from abortion during 40 Days nities and BMA church plants in the for Life campaigns.” area, reinforcing the concept of living To learn more about 40 Days for a selfless lifestyle. Life campaign, visit: 40daysforlife. The results left in the wake of com. SOAR 2017 are salvations, commit- For information about the Little ments to ministry and many lives Rock campaign, visit 40daysforlife. impacted for Christ. DiscipleGuide com/littlerock. is excited about the impact from For assistance or for more infor- this year, and is looking forward to mation, please contact Monique SOAR 2018, when the theme will be Guillory at moniqueguillory@yahoo. “Local,” challenging students to get com or (337) 371-1512. involved in their local church.

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Michael Hight, Hispanic Outreach, Little Rock; (501) 326-0198 Juan Carlos Posadas, Misión Creciendo en Cristo, NLR; (501) 712-8752 Jim Tollison, Mustard Seed, Alma/Mountainburg (870) 370-3938 Jorge Vasquez, El Faro, Little Rock; (501) 350-6878 Chad White, Connection Point; Brookland; (870) 243-4683 Darrin Smith, Life Journey, Fort Smith; (479)-763-8909 Office Location: 10712 Interstate 30 • Little Rock, AR 72209 (501) 565-4601 • E-Mail: [email protected] Mailing Address: PO Box 195514, Little Rock, AR 72219 Director’s Email: [email protected] www.bmaofarkansas.com Paul White Facebook.com/ArkansasMissions Executive Director

Connection Point, Brookland: Chad White writes, “God contin- ues to bless us at Connection Point. So far, July has been a great month. Builders Back in Arkansas We have had a good attendance both By Nelda Malone Sundays, with guests in each service. The Master’s Builders returned to Summers Baptist Church at Summers in We can really sense the movement June to work on another new addition to their church plant. This was our third of God within our mission. Pray for time to be with this church, and we always look forward to being with friends us as we try to be exactly what God we’ve come to love and appreciate. Pastor Paul Young and his family are such wants us to be. special people, and they lead such a wonderful group of dedicated servants, that “This past week, our teens took a we are inspired each time we get to be together. summer mission trip to serve at The There were nine RVs parked on the north side of the building as we began Great Passion Play in Eureka Springs. work on the 25x100 ft. side building that is attached to the metal 100x60 ft. It was really a great experience for all Family Life building. The side building will house a kitchen, pantry, laundry, large classroom, restrooms and the youth pastor’s office. The Teen Group from Connection Point Mission participated in The involved. We worked hard there on On the north side of the Family Life building, the men also walled up areas Great Passion Play in Eureka Springs. the grounds in the heat, but it was for a good cause. We were able to see that will be used to park two church vans and house a classroom and a storage pray that God will send us a buyer area. A stairway was built up to the second floor over this area. It will serve as a soon. But if God should place New- all of the sights, and sit under some Opportunity amazing teaching. The people there large 22x60 ft. youth room. I am looking forward to being port on your heart, we have a build- The Master’s Builders were very disappointed that they could not complete with Village Creek Baptist Church ing ready to go! treated us like family. Not only were we able to watch the Passion Play, we all that Bro Paul had planned for them because the metal workers had not com- in Mabelvale this coming Sunday pleted the roofing over the larger building. Maybe we will be called on again! morning. Thanks, Bro. Nathan. Unique were actually allowed to be in it. It was an amazing time!” This church is a working church, and it is such a blessing to work alongside Last week, the teens from Connec- willing members who give of their time and sweat! They were always ready to Blessed The Mustard Seed, Alma/Moun- tion Point Baptist Mission in Brook- lend a hand. Several men worked every opportunity they could, with one taking God continues to bless, as our tainburg: Jim Tollison writes, “July land spent the week working at the his vacation to work with our men. There were three young men who were there missionaries have been busy this — l 9 was an exciting day at the mis- Great Passion Play andscaping, every day their parents would let them come, and some hard-working ladies summer doing all sorts of things. sion. The spirit of the Lord was very painting and just about everything else. also came to help. Much of their success is the result evident in the services. One of our Thursday night, all of them were actors The food is always amazing at Summers — even working hard in the heat, of those churches that have donated young families that had been away in that evening’s presentation. Chad you don’t lose weight! Thank you to all who fed us, and most of all, for the sweet time, energy and money to drive for work is back with us. He has said they set under some wonderful Christian fellowship! great distances and to come along- teaching about the Holy Land and been in construction work. Pray with See BUILDERS, Page 8 side various ones, be it construction, learned in detail about the Tabernacle. us that he can find a good job locally VBS, outreach, etc. so they won’t have to travel. needed help with some construction “Sheily is a lovely girl who loves I encourage your church to con- From Our Missionaries “We are in the process of getting in their homes. This was a great help come to church; but her mother, Ma- sider becoming more involved in Arkansas Hispanic Missions: our second building. We will get a fi- for those families, and they were very ria, doesn’t like it too much because State Missions by volunteering to Michael Hight writes, “This past nal price and set a delivery time. Pray grateful. of her Catholic faith. Maria comes help wherever needed. week was a blessing for several rea- that all goes well with this project. “Also this weekend, we received with her kids to church because they State Missions Day ( July 30) is sons. We, as a nation, celebrated our “We also discovered a leak in our the Patino Family as members of our ask her to bring them. fast approaching, and we are praying independence; and as part of that in- roof, and are planning to repair it church. They have been with us for “Please pray for Heriberto and his for a great offering. dependence, our missions were busy ourselves. Pray that it will be an inex- six months and are very involved in anxiety, and for Maria that God will A special thanks to Pocahontas serving the Lord. pensive repair. The leak caused some the church. touch her heart. Baptist Church for hosting a Fishing “El Faro had a VBS and was minor problems inside, but they will “Sunday, we had more than 90 “We celebrated our second an- for Men fish fry for the second year blessed by a visiting church from be easy fixes. people present, and four of them niversary on July 9. Our brand new in a row. The funds collected from it Jonesboro. I’m sure Jorge will write “Thanks for your continued prayer were first-time visitors. We also had worship team led the songs, and Mi- will be added to their Missions Day about that. We also celebrated the and support. God bless you all.” the joy of accompanying the Mission chael Hight preached. We had a lot offering. second anniversary of Growing El Faro, Little Rock: Jorge Growing in Christ on its second an- of visitors, enjoyed piñatas, played Update in Christ (Creciendo en Cristo), the Vasquez writes, “What a great bless- niversary. Glory to God that the mis- soccer and had great fellowship. The While we were saddened by the mission in North Little Rock. Alex- ing it is to share with you. I hope ev- sion is growing. Brothers and Sisters, attendance was 125 people, with half closing of the mission project in ander had a birthday celebration for eryone enjoyed their Fourth of July thank you always for your prayers of them from our congregation and Mayflower, all is not in vain. All of a little girl and used it as an evange- celebrations without any problems. and support. God bless you.” the rest were visitors from Berean, El the much-needed equipment has listic outreach. “We had our VBS at the Mission Misión Creciendo en Cristo Faro and Great Commission.” gone to help other missionaries. So, “The changes in the political ad- El Faro last week, and we had a great (Growing in Christ), North Little Life Journey, Fort Smith: Darrin to you who have given toward this ministration have brought more in- time, with an attendance of almost Rock: Juan Carlos Posadas writes, Smith writes, “It has been a blessing work, your investment continues to stability in the Hispanic community, 60 children each day. We learned “As a result of the practice of the to be able to meet in downtown Fort be a blessing to others on the field. and we have felt that over the last from the promises God has for us. evangelism workshop, last week two Smith over the last several weeks as few months. I am praying that things Thank you very much, Prospect Bap- people received Jesus Christ as their we are renovating our new build- Praise the Lord will normalize, the rumors will die tist Church in Jonesboro, with your Savior — Heriberto (a 55-year-old ing. We are also excited to see new By the time you read this, we will down, the fear of losing friends and staff of adults and 15 youngsters who man) and Sheily (a 9-year-old girl). faces each week. The Lord is giving have sold the old building in May- loved ones will subside and a pas- came to help us. We are grateful to “Heriberto is suffering from de- us opportunities to meet new people, flower. The funds from this sale will sion for Christ will be the end result. them. Thank you, also, to all young pression and anxiety. I recommended and we are able to share the Gospel go directly into the Revolving Loan Please keep us in your prayers. The people of our church for getting in- that he read the Bible and memorize with some of them. Thanks for your Fund account. enemy never rests, and he is espe- volved as helpers. some verses in order to make him continued support and prayers as we We still have a building in New- cially busy trying to destroy young Thank God, we were also able to think on good things, as Paul says in continue to serve the Lord here in port that we need to sell, so please missions.” help two families in the church who Phil. 4:6-8. the River Valley.”

-7- BAPTIST TRUMPET, July 12, 2017 GEZER Macedonia WMA (Continued From Page 1) Here’s My Card Reorganizes second millennium B.C., according By Diana Davis • Baptist Press to call if I can ever help you.” The WMA at Macedonia Baptist From the to media reports. The young mom ahead of you in You’ll find dozens of ways to use Church in Jonesboro has reorga- The newly discovered human re- the grocery line chats about her tod- that little card, but here are some nized, and we elected Pamela Gates Mailbox mains were found inside the ruins dlers, and you mention your church’s ideas to get you started: as president. Our first project proved of a large building, Haaretz reported. awesome kids’ class and couples’ • Anytime you’re waiting in line, to be a great success. We had a food The ceiling of one room apparently Bible study. She’s interested, so you realize that God placed you there. At drive to stock our food pantry, and give her your card and say, “Here’s Baptist Trumpet collapsed, burying an adult and a the post office, the doctor’s waiting the people of Jonesboro gave gener- P.O. Box 192208 my email. Let me know if you’d like room, the amusement park, bus stop, Little Rock, Ark. 72219-2208 child in a meter-thick layer of ash. ously, allowing the church to contin- e-mail: [email protected] to come on Sunday, and I’ll meet you checkout line. Get your card ready, The other adult skeleton was found ue our efforts to feed the hungry in Opinions expressed in the Mailbox at the entrance.” and begin a conversation. in a separate room beneath a pile of our area. A huge “thank you” goes to Column are those of the writer, and do You can do this. Here’s an inex- • To personalize a conversation not necessarily represent those of the collapsed stones. one of our local grocers for allowing pensive, simple, effective tool for a with newcomers at worship, a small editor or the churches of the BMA. All Artifacts discovered along with the us to use their store as a collection Christian. group gathering, women’s ministry letters are subject to editorial review and remains included an amulet etched site. (Evelyn Clark, reporter) editing. Letters for the column should A personal card can turn casual or church events, share a card. If clearly indicate they are for publication. with the names of great Egyptian conversation into a sincere offer of you teach preschoolers, give a card Please include a daytime phone number pharaohs, Haaretz reported. friendship or assistance. It person- to parents. When visiting a sick or BUILDERS and the name and location of your In addition to Haaretz, the discov- church. Letters should be no longer than alizes a spontaneous invitation to grieving person, leave a card. (Continued From Page 7) two to three pages, double-spaced, 12 ery has drawn media coverage from church. It may open a door to share • Keep a card ready to share during We love our Master’s Builders pt. type or larger. Letters are accepted by Fox News, Newsweek, Archaeology Jesus with someone who doesn’t yet leisure activities. At the library, the mail, fax or e-mail. All letters must include group, but we need more helpers. Magazine and Israel English News know Him. park, a concert, a festival, the ball- the name and address of the writer, There is no way I can put into words among other outlets. Go to an online or local print park. Walking. Gathering shells on which will be published. th the blessings we enjoy together. Our “We’re just finishing our 10 ex- shop, and design a personal card. the beach. At the kids’ karate practice Father knows our needs better than cavation season (at Gezer), and we’re (Editor’s Note: Trumpet Print- or play date. we do, and we are trusting in Him looking forward to publishing our ing will do a great job for you. See • Intentionally get to know neigh- Chaplain “Takes to provide. material,” said Ortiz, co-director of their ad on this page.) It’s simply a bors. Speak as they walk by when If you have questions about our Off Uniform” the Tel Gezer excavations. “The im- business card with your personal in- you’re outdoors. Meet newcomers. group, or if your church has building Dear Editor: portance of this archaeological exca- formation such as name, email and Attend homeowners’ meetings or needs, please contact Office Coordi- On July 9, when I returned home vation will highlight the work of the phone. Select colors and graphics to neighborhood events. nator John Mangum at (318) 202- from drill, I took off my uniform for Tandy Institute and the archaeology reflect your own style. If you like, add • Share a card in everyday conver- 5155 or 607-4100 (cell); or Field possibly the last time. I have served as program at Southwestern Baptist a favorite Scripture, quote or internet sations. Getting a haircut, a bagel, a Coordinator Eddie Sikes at (903) a chaplain in the Arkansas National Theological Seminary. link to the plan of salvation (like fin- prescription. Eating out. As you take 725-6549 or (479) 462-1675 (cell). Guard for almost 10 years. I have “We look forward to a Southern dithere.com). a coffee break, go to a community Remember to follow us on Face- been on two deployments, served Baptist seminary being one of the Next, work intentionally to make meeting, volunteer activities, a ga- book at “The Master’s Builders.” full-time for three years, flown on a habit of keeping cards with you at rage sale. leaders in the archaeology of the land ([email protected]) helicopters, ridden in tanks, worked of Israel,” Ortiz said. all times — in your pocket or back- Then, when that young mom from in the U.S. Embassy in Guatemala, Both Southwestern and New Or- pack, your phone case, handbag, the grocery emails you, connect her performed 29 suicide interventions, leans Baptist Theological Seminary diaper bag, workout bag, beach bag. with members of the couples’ class. taught and preached to thousands of Need Printing? have conducted archaeological digs Whether you’re inside, outside, at Follow up, be a friend and introduce service members, served on 26 Ca- at Tel Gezer. Among Southwestern’s work or play, consistently keep your her to Jesus. sualty Notification Teams, preached previous projects was an excavation of card within reach. It’s amazing how God can use many military funerals, resigned Trumpet Solomon’s fortified city. (bpnews.net) Ask God to make you keenly something as seemingly insignifi- from three churches due to military aware of people around you who cant as a personal card to impact the needs and rubbed shoulders with need friendship, help, encourage- eternity of those you encounter every Printing some of the best men and women in never stop praying for our service ment or an invitation to church. Give day. can help. the world today. men and women who bravely serve. away several cards every week for the “Be wise in the way you act toward I will miss my brothers and sisters As always, I am here to help any way purpose of representing Jesus. Jot a outsiders,” Scripture tells us in Col. Call in arms, but I am excited to spend I can. note like “Praying!” or an appropriate 4:5 (NIV), to “make the most of every (501) 565-0479 more time with my family and my I thank all of you who have prayed Scripture reference. Or say, “Feel free opportunity.” (bpnews.net) church. God called me into military me through this past 10 years. I cannot ministry, and I am confident that I believe our time as an Army National have fulfilled the calling He placed Guard family is coming to a close! in my life 10 years ago. However, I will continue to serve as Last week, I received notification training specialist for Tyson in Ber- that I had been selected for Major, ryville, and am available for preaching but I know it is time for me to move appointments as the Lord leads. on and let others fill the gap. I will — Carter Pearce; (870) 688-7412

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