AMBASSADOR AMBASSADORO * H * I * O Volume 52 Number 6 November-December 2012 “The Voice of Ohio Free Will Baptists Proclaiming The Words of Christ to a Lost World” An Unusual Thanks

n the Thanksgiving season, you will hear people give expressions of thanks for their many bless- ings.I Some will give thanks for their families, their homes, their jobs and their material possessions. Some will give God thanks for their spiritual bless- ings like salvation, healing, forgiveness, fellowship, the church and many other kindnesses that the Lord has bestowed on them. When I pastored, at Thanksgiving we would have services where we would attempt to not ask the Lord for anything and we would take the service to simply give thanks to the Him. It was hard having a service and not asking God for anything, but those services of Thanksgiving were truly a blessing.

Of all the blessings that were mentioned during those services, I never heard mentioned the blessing that David mentioned here in Psalm 139. “Thou has beset me behind and before,” What David was thankful for was that he realized that he was surrounded by God! *Protection from Inward Temptations He knew the Lord went before him and walked behind III. Surrounded by God’s Presence Satan attacks us from the inside by using our past him. There wasn’t any way that he could find himself Throughout his life David enjoyed the presence of against us. He is “the accuser of our brethren” He out of the sight of God. Wherever he would go, he God. One night David looked skyward and pro- causes us to doubt God’s power and goodness and would run into God! claimed, “When I consider the heavens, the work of tries to destroy us with our tempers, our egos or our they fingers, the moon and the stars, which thou hast selfishness. Being surrounded usually signals that you are going ordained; What is man, that thou are mindful of him? to be defeated. Remember the old movies! So most And the son of man, that thou visitest him? (Psalm God has come forward and protected me many times people would not want to be surrounded. They prefer 8:3-4) When he stood before Goliath he told him. from my own self, my selfishness, my ego, my atti- to be beyond the vision of God because what they are “Thou comest to me with a sword, and with a spear, tudes and my resentments. Over the years I have had doing is sinful! This did not bother David to know and with a shield: but I come to thee in the name of more problems with myself than any outside enemy! that God had him surrounded-in fact he took comfort the LORD of hosts, the God of the armies of Israel, in knowing that the Lord was fully aware of every- whom thou hast defied.” (I Sam. 17:45) When Samuel thing he did! Are you thankful for that? II. Surrounded by God’s Provision was looking for a candidate for King among Jesse’s David experienced many times of God providing for sons—His own father forgot him on that day, but not I would like to look at three ways the Lord has us him, as a shepherd-“The Lord is my shepherd, I shall the Lord! (I Sam. 16:1-13) When David was running surrounded and we should be grateful. not want.” (Psalm 23:1). When David was a fugitive as a fugitive he said “Plead my cause, O LORD, with in the wilderness, God used several people to provide them that strive with me; fight against them that fight I. Surrounded by God’s Protection for him-Ahimelech the Priest, Abigail and Barzllai. against me. Take hold of shield and buckler, and stand up for mine help.” (Psalm 35:1-2) David always David had many experiences of God’s protec- When David became an old man, he proclaimed, “I seemed to be aware of God’s presence in his life. tion.When he was a young boy God protected David have been young, and now am old; yet have I have not from the lion and bear. “The Lord delivered me out of seen the righteous forsaken, nor his seed begging There is nothing greater in this world to know and the paw of the lion and the paw of the bear.” (I Sam. bread.” (Psalm 37:25) God always provided! Holiday Edition feel God’s presence in your life! When you are in Holiday Edition 17:34-37) He protected him from the giant, from King church, on the job, at home, laying down to sleep, ris- Saul and from his son, Absalom. Before David died, he had become an extremely ing to face a new day, confronting a trial, needing wealthy man. He used God’s provisions to prepare guidance, experiencing a great loss or performing We also have experiences of God’s protection. Two Solomon to build God’s House! 100,000 talents of service like preaching, teaching or witnessing. His areas I will mention where He has protected us. gold and 1,000,000 talents of silver. (I Chron. 22) presence makes the difference!

*Protection from Outside Forces We also have many experiences of God’s bountiful Do you want God to surround you? Does the How many times has He protected us when we were provisions for us. Think about your spouse, your chil- thought bring you comfort or make you uncomfort- not even aware of the danger? I am convinced that dren, grandchildren, parents, brothers and sisters. able? Does it bring you peace or trouble your soul? I when we get to heaven, we will see the many times How about our jobs, shelter, food, clothes and many want the Lord to surround me. I don’t want anything the Lord rescued us even while we were unaware! extra blessings! Last but not least consider your spiri- “under the table” with Him! I am grateful and thank- “He that dwelleth in the secret place of the most High tual blessings-salvation, forgiveness, fellowship, ful that He truly does surround me with His shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty.” Psalm peace, purpose, the Church, our brethren! He has truly Protection, His Provision and His Presence. How 91:1 provided for us. about you? Edwin Hayes Secretary’s Schedule

November 11 Mt. Sterling AM, Densil Wright, Pastor November 11 Forest Valley Spec Service 3pm, Del Wallace, Pastor November 18 Beech Grove SS & AM, Joe Pinkerton, Pastor The Five Marks November 25 Union AM, Chris Oiler, Pastor December 2 Lockbourne SS & AM, Leon Stevens, Pastor of the King December 3-5 National Leadership Conf. Nashville, TN It was probably just another ordinary day for December 9 South Columbus AM, Richard Hensley, Pastor Mary in Nazareth, just the usual daily activities December 16 & 30 DeGraff SS & AM going on. Luke records for us a visit to Mary. January 6 Columbus First AM, Tim McKnight, Pastor Suddenly and angel appears! He tells Mary January 13 Swauger Valley AM, Mike Simpson, Pastor some extraordinary news. He said that she was highly favored and the Lord was with her. Mary didn’t know what to think and was greatly trou- The Ohio State Association Office & bled. The angel told her to “Fear not, for thou Ambassador Bookstore will be hast found favor with God.” He then proceeded to tell her the greatest news that has ever been told. She was going to bear the Son of God. His name would be called Jesus! CLOSED He then gave five predictions for her Son. I will call them the “Five Marks of the King.” December 20-January 1st On the night the Child was born, the world was not focused on that little stable in Bethlehem but all the angels of heaven sure were! We will He Shall Be Great REOPEN We call may things “great” today, sports teams, politicians, scientists, doctors and even preachers. I think the word is overused. The definition of great is “The main one, chief, Wednesday, January 2nd above the ordinary.” EDITOR Rev. Edwin Hayes STATE CTS BOARD 7554 Slate Ridge Blvd Jason Luthy 2019 Jesus is truly great, greater than the OT Temple, greater than Solomon and greater than Reynoldsburg, Ohio 43068 Adam McCarty 2018 Jonah. He is the fulfillment of the law, prophets and kings. He alone is worthy. He alone (614) 751-1190 Deanna Price 2017 [email protected] Mike Sammons 2016 went to Calvary and He alone came out of the tomb! He has no equal. STATE MODERATOR Rev. Mark Price* Kevin Bass 2015 PO Box 4008 Joshua Young 2014 He Shall Be The Son of the Highest Sciotoville, Ohio 45662 Mark McCarty 2013 This title shows His equality with the Father. Someone stated that a son is a “carbon (740) 935-0328 copy” of his father. If you have seen the son, you have seen the father. This is surely true [email protected] NOMINATING COMMITTEE with Jesus. He was there in the beginning, He is the Alpha and Omega, the first and the ASSISTANT MODERATOR Tom Dooley* Paul Etterling 2013 last. This is why Christians can rejoice. We just don’t have an angel, a prophet, priest or 4697 Crabwood Drive Paul Keener 2013 earthly king; in Christ we have God manifest in the flesh in our lives. Truly the Son of Austintown, Ohio 44518 Bill Chadwick 2013 (330) 792-5700 the Highest! [email protected] NATIONAL GENERAL BOARD MEMBER CLERK Bryon Justice* Edwin Hayes 2015 He Shall Be Given The Throne of David 4857 State Road God gave King David a promise that his descendants would always sit on his throne. His Medina, Ohio 44256 STATE MISSIONS BOARD son Solomon succeeded him and for many years David’s descendents sat on that throne (330) 618-9609 Jerry Sargent 2019 until 586 BC when the kingdom went into captivity. For almost 600 years that throne was [email protected] Roland Luthy 2018 empty, but now the angel Gabriel announced that the final permanent King would take ASSISTANT CLERK Manuel Lopes* Bruce Copley 2017 the throne and reign forever-Jesus Christ! He has completed the succession of kings. [email protected] Tim Stout 2016 Roger Daniel 2015 GENERAL BOARD Paul Etterling 2014 He Shall Reign Over The House of Jacob Forever Charles Crider (Little Miami) 2013 Roy Hutchinson 2013 Jesus would display royal rule or power. He would have a worldwide influence. We are Tim Crank (Lawrence) 2013 told that all enemies would bow before Him. Think of all those enemies bending the knee Ed Barney (Jackson) 2013 The AMBASSADOR is the official publication of the: before Him: sickness, diseases, famines, nakedness, storms, sin, hell and Satan. And then Ken Frisbee (Great Lakes) 2013 that last enemy- to be defeated.death! All of creation will feel His influence and will pos- Del Wallace (Franklin) 2013 OHIO STATE ASSOCIATION sess the knowledge of the Lord “as the waters cover the sea.” It will be a great time! Robert Prichard (Cuyahoga-Lorain) 2013 OF FREE WILL BAPTISTS Russell Street* (Central Ohio) 2013 Jeremy Luthy (Tri State) 2013 7554 Slate Ridge Blvd. His Kingdom Shall Never End Randy Rose (Northeastern) 2013 All other kingdoms eventually come to an end and they leave their glory behind. That is Freddy Dutton* (Capital City) 2013 Reynoldsburg, Ohio 43068 the message the prophet Daniel gave to the great king of Babylon Nebuchadnezzar. First Matt Pond* (Northern Ohio) 2014 the rise and fall of Babylon, then the Medes and Persians, the Greeks and then the Densil Wright (Trinity) 2014 The Ambassador is committed to promoting the Romans would all have their times as great kingdoms, but they would come to an end. Bert Alsept (South Central) 2014 cause of Jesus Christ and the Ohio State Association Daniel also told Nebuchadnezzar that after all these kingdoms had come and gone, that Dan King* (Porter) 2014 of Free Will Baptists by presenting articles, the God of Heaven would establish a kingdom that would stand forever. Aaron Reed (Pine Creek) 2014 announcements and pertinent news to inform our Bill Pitts (State Line) 2014 member churches and constituents. Blaine Etterling (Cornerstone) 2014 Jesus has truly fulfilled this prophecy. When He rose from the dead, He ascended back to James Webb (North & Western) 2014 His Father in Heaven and sits at the right hand of the Father. One day He is going to Robert Fulton (Southern Ohio) 2014 We reserve the right to edit or reject materials return and everyone who has put their trust in these earthly kingdoms will know that His *Executive Committee submitted for publication in the Ambassador. The Kingdom and His alone is the one that will last forever! views expressed are not necessarily the view of BOARD OF DIRECTORS the Ohio State Association of Free Will Baptists. These are the five marks of the King and Jesus has fulfilled every one Peter Dunn 2019 of them. Let us not allow ourselves to be satisfied with anything less Mitch Salyers 2018 The publication deadline is NOON as follows: this Christmas than Him. Is He your King? Eugene Crouch 2017 January 1st, March 1st, May 1st, July 1st, Bill Hayes 2016 September 1st and November 1st. All gifts John Wallace 2015 given to the Ambassador should be sent to the Jim McComas 2014 above address. Edwin Hayes Executive Secretary Chris Oiler 2013 OHIOAMBASSADOR PAGE 3

Monumental Book To be Released

Many years ago I found the gravestone of David Marks, one of the most notable Free Will Baptists leaders in the northern move- ment, in Oberlin College cemetery. Soon, I wanted to know where other notable minis- ters were buried in Ohio. Then I was search- ing in New Hampshire, Georgia, Missouri, North Carolina and on and on. Before I knew it, I had a large collection of nearly 900. I have begun to lay out the book, and thought you might have someone you would like to add to it.

This is where you can help me bring my proj- ect to a conclusion.

Do you know a FWB preacher in your family or friendship, you would like added to the coming book? E-mail me the following: pictures of the tombstone, photograph of the person, cemetery where buried, dates of birth, death, places, obituary or a brief biog- raphy. If you cannot send all, then what you can, because I have sources to find other information if I have a beginning place.

Since, I have spent hundreds of hours gathering this information, I thought you would like your minister shared with others. You can contact me at the address below.

Dr. Alton E. Loveless 527 Virginia St, Ashville, Ohio 43103 [email protected] Visit us on the web www.OhioFWB.org

We agree to accept Christian admonition wholly, and preserve us blameless unto the forgotten and reproof with meekness, and to watch coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.” over one another in love, endeavoring to vows… “keep the unity of the Spirit” in the bonds In my opinion, the Covenant would at least of peace, to be careful of one another’s suggest that our loyalties are to be primari- As members of a local church, and of happiness and reputation, and seek to ly to the denominational efforts and oppor- district, state, and national associations, strengthen the weak, encourage the afflict- tunities that exist to make these causes real we sometimes forget the vow we made ed, admonish the erring, and as far as we in our world. Secondarily, we may choose (before God) when we agreed to the are able, promote the success of the church to support extra-denominational ministries. Free Will Baptist Covenant. As a pastor, and of the Gospel. I expect the members of Porter Free Will As a Free Will Baptist, I am bound by the Baptist church to fulfill the vow they We will everywhere hold Christian princi- vows I made, before God and my church made before their fellow members (and ple sacred and Christian obligations and family, to support Free Will Baptist efforts. before God). As a pastor, I am equally enterprises supreme; counting it our chief Simply, my dad taught me to never make a responsible in leading our church family ance of evil, to abstain from all sinful business in life to extend the influence of promise I do not intend to keep. in fulfilling that same Covenant in regard amusements and unholy conformity to the Christ in society, constantly praying and to our responsibility to our district, state world, from all sanction of the use and sale toiling that the kingdom of God may come, Can the cause of Christ be proclaimed and and National Associations. Anything less of intoxicating beverages, and to “provide and His will be done on earth as it is in propagated through other efforts? Sure. than that is short-sighted and hypocritical. things honest in the sight of all men.” heaven. But my voluntary commitment to join May we reconsider our responsibility to myself to a Free Will Baptist Church Christ and His Church, and return to the We agree faithfully to discharge our obli- To this end we agree to labor for the pro- demands my loyalty to support my denom- commitments we made in our forgotten gations in reference to the study of the motion of educational and denominational inational causes first. To me it is an vows. Scriptures, secret prayer, family devotions, enterprises, the support of missions, the integrity issue. and social worship; and by self-denial, success of Sunday schools, and evangelis- Mark Price By the way, please pay special attention to faith, and good works endeavor to “grow in tic efforts for the salvation of the world. Moderator the first paragraph, as well as the last, of grace and the knowledge of our Lord and And may the God of peace sanctify us Ohio State Association of FWB this covenant. Saviour Jesus Christ.”

The Free Will Baptist Covenant “Having given ourselves to God, by faith We will not forsake the assembling of our- in Christ, and adopted the Word of God as selves together for church conferences, our rule of faith and practice, we now give public worship, and the observance of the ourselves to one another by the will of God ordinances of the Gospel; nor fail to pay in this solemn covenant. according to our ability for the support of We promise, by His grace, to love and the church, of its poor, and all its benevo- obey Him in all things, to avoid all appear- lent work. OHIOAMBASSADOR PAGE 4

We thank God for Bro Jim and Sis Grace and Trinity’s doors are always open to anyone and everything they do for the church. We had a din- everyone who may be looking for “Someone to ner for them. After dinner everyone stood up Care.” and showed their appreciation for them. Chris Johnson, Pastor Oct 20th we had our harvest party with lots of June Dillon, Reporter fun, fellowship, a hayride and games. We really enjoyed it. ANTIOCH (PINE CREEK) Until our next report, may God richly bless Bellville Paul Staton Blessings to you from Antioch! We have seen you and your family. Bethlehem Without Pastor a wonderful move of our God in this quarter. Jim Stepp, Pastor Blackfork Without Pastor Antioch was revived and renewed when Bro. Dean Lewis, Reporter Bristolville Without Pastor Matt Pond preached our September revival, DeGraff Without Pastor where three souls found the Lord, and since SAMANTHA (FRANKLIN) then we have seen four more saved. We have Eifort Without Pastor Hello everyone. had two baptisms, in which all of the candidates Our church lost long time deacon Jim First Marion Paul Staton Resigned for baptism were young people. TRINITY (FRANKLIN) Kent Without Pastor Great news! Rev. Paul Collins is back as our Richmond Oct 16th. Please pray for his family On Wed. Sept. 26th, we held a Bible Olympics, pastor again. and church. We will miss Jim and his leadership Long Run Without Pastor sponsored by our Youth, for the whole church We celebrated homecoming with Bro. Henry he has shown for over 30 years as our deacon. Mt. Hope Scott Markel family. The teams answered some challenging Litteral bringing the message about all the We had Pastor Appreciation Day with a fel- Pine Creek Ed Davis resigned Scripture questions and had to face some diffi- rights we have as God’s children: such as a right lowship Sunday evening with a carry in dinner. Puritan Without Pastor cult physical feats, like musical chairs and bean- to joy and to be happy. If we delight ourselves Gifts were brought to show how much they South Columbus Without Pastor bag toss! It was great fellowship for the entire in the Lord, He will give us the desires of our appreciate their pastor. Trinity Paul Collins church family and an unusual way to learn more We were welcomed in song by Tammy about the Scriptures. hearts. We are precious to God as His children. Wellington Without Pastor Robinette on Sunday night, Oct 14th and we We just concluded a weekend couples retreat , The Born Again Singers sang for us that day. Williams Road Without Pastor We appreciate them very much. will have Wade Spencer on Sunday evening, at Greenbo Lodge in Greenup, KY, with Bro. Soon it will be Thanksgiving and we have a lot Nov 25th. Kevin Spencer will join us on Edwin Hayes as minister. It was a time of wife Melissa. Both have had surgery. Roy had still to be thankful for: we are not of this world, Sunday morning, Dec. 16th. All our welcome to renewal and rejoicing in a God-centered mar- surgery once again on his back and Melissa on we are just passing through and we are as pil- join us. riage. The couples are already looking forward her knee. God has blessed and they are mend- grims. Our youth had a auction on Nov 9th. The to next year's retreat. Bro. Edwin preached for ing, but they still have a way to go. Trinity is Till next time, may God watch over us and woman's auxiliary had a bake sale that night. us on the following Sunday, so the entire church planning a home visit as soon as they are able, keep up. Wiley Perkins, Pastor was able to enjoy his ministry. His lovely wife, taking to them God’s word, love and cheer. The Paul Collins, Pastor Jon Perkins, Reporter Linda, was able to join him for our service,and Bible says, “a merry heart doeth good like a Patricia Dorsey, Reporter we were honored to welcome her to Antioch. TRINITY (LAWRENCE) medicine.” Prov. 17:23. There will be plenty of Antioch held its yearly elections recently, and merriment for we enjoy gathering together as MAIN STREET (LAWRENCE) “Who cares?” Most of us a one time has said re-elected our current pastor, Rick Henderson, brothers and sisters in Christ. We would like to say hello and God bless from or thought that phrase. No one is shielded from to remain in this position. Our membership Also remember Norma Johnson in prayer. She Main Street FWB Church. the trick of Satan. We have all been around feels very blessed to have this man of God and has lost two sons over a short span of time. We We would like to report three new members of those who pretend to care; like Judas who pre- his wonderful wife, Linda and their extended miss her in service and hope she will join us our church. They are Adam and Missy Rister tended to care for the poor, but was only inter- family at Antioch. Please keep our pastor and again soon. and Linda Stillwell. We welcome them with ested in the money- John 12:6. I am thankful I his family and our church, in your prayers as we A word of thanks to those who have entered open arms. know the One who truly cares. He gave His labor for our Lord in southern Ohio. Trinity’s doors to share with us the word of Our homecoming was Aug. 26th. We had great only Son to die for me. Lord, give me a caring Until He comes, God: Brothers Donny Massie, Ryan Roger and singing and we also had wonderful preaching spirit. Rick Henderson, Pastor Danny Haydon. Bro. Donny Massie stepped in from Don Delawder from the Independent Having said this, I’d like to ask all who cares Beth Toombs, Reporter for Pastor Chris when he and his wife, Lisa Baptist Church. to lift up in prayer, Bro. Roy Adkins and his took a few days of much needed rest. Bro. Mike Dray has been going to other HERITAGE (CAPITAL CITY) churches and preaching. Aug. 30th he went to Don & Dottie Hix Our hearts were challenged during our fall Bro. Don Delawder’s church and he preached revival in October with Evangelist Billy Bevan. at the Woodland Chapel Church where Bro. Ohio Home Missionaries to London, Ohio Heart to Heart, our ladies ministry went on David Schug is pastor. their sixth ladies retreat in October to the Our pastor, Paul Bartrum had a birthday this Carlisle Inn in Sugar Creek, Ohio. Pam Jones It is hard to believe that another two months have gone by since and her daughter, Jenna Altom were the guest Oct. 6th. we had cake and dinner for him. He is our last report. As always, God has abundantly blessed us at 82 yrs. young. God is good. speaker. The ladies enjoyed a great time of fun, Redeemer. First, by His presence in our services, and then, by food, fellowship and shopping! Here at Main Street we believe, “God is our the faithful support of all of you that have stood with us and refuge and strength, a very present help in trou- On October 27th we had a Fall Bazaar and Tag prayed for us. Without those two pillars, we could not do what Sale. This was a great opportunity to share our ble.” Psalms 46:1 Keep us in your prayers, as we have been doing. we will you. God bless all. different ministries with the community and those attending. Paul Bartrum, Pastor We had “Friends and Family Day” September 16th and had 56 people present with some of Judy Layman, Reporter We held our annual Trunk-or-Treat/Soup & them unsaved. No one was saved but we did get to preach the Gospel to them. Then we went Sandwich Fellowship on October 28th. This is from there to revival with Rev. Tim Stout the week of September 24-28th. Brother Tim FELLOWSHIP TABERNACLE a fun time for all ages and a safe way for kids to preached inspiring messages and many churches came and supported us during the meeting. get some candy! (LITTLE MIAMI) We appreciated the support of all that attended. Greetings from Fellowship Tabernacle. Our 2nd Friends and Family Day was held God has been blessing with good spiritual Nov. 4th. We will honor our Veterans November Our services have been well attended and we are thankful for our faithful people. Dottie and I 11th. Our Thanksgiving Praise Service will be services and a revival. were privileged to have the church come to our house for a cookout and time of fellowship We thank God all He has done for our church. Nov. 20th at 7pm and Nov. 21st at 11am. Saturday evening the 20th. It was a joy to have our people visit with us and enjoy the time Upward Basketball and Cheerleading signups Aug 13-18th we had a fellowship revival with together. six churches working together. Each church will be December 1st and 8th. If you are inter- ested in participating, contact our youth pastor, hosted one service each. We heard gospel As always, we desire your prayers that we will get the people we need to become self-support- singing and each preacher preaching powerful Bro. Kevin at 614-492-0989. ing. I know I have said this before, but we need just a few people to be able to say we are Keep praying and working for souls to be messages. It was wonderful see churches come there. together in one mind and one accord. added to the kingdom of God! We praise the Lord for the conversions and baptisms of recent On Sept 8th we had “Bluegrass on the We are praying that God will open some more doors for us in the London area. If you know of Grounds” with Homebound and Soldiers of weeks. someone in our area who is not attending church, let us know and we will do our best to con- We trust each of you will have a wonderful the Cross with other singers. We had a cookout tact them. and we enjoyed it very much. Thanksgiving and Christmas holiday. Our schedule at Heritage is always filled with fun Sept 16th was our homecoming with Jeb Cain Thank you and we will be praying for all of you. preaching powerful messages. We had a good and family during this wonderful time of the year. meal and we are thankful for everyone who sup- Don and Dottie Hix ported it. Tim W. Stout, Pastor Oct. 7th we have pastor appreciation cook-out. Stephanie Wolfe, Reporter OHIOAMBASSADOR PAGE 5

2012 HOLY GROUND FREE WILL BAPTIST YOUTH FOR CHRIST CAMP Our Located at: 5150 RIBER RD, HILLSBORO, OHIO 45133 Condolences

(Bldg- Worship, Devotions, recreation, etc.) (New Kitchen/Dining Hall Building) (Completely new Kitchen facilities)

Sister Viola Hay, age 93, of Hilliard, went home to be with the Lord October 3rd. She was born March 13, 1919 Viola is the mother of Edward (Patricia) Hay of Milford Center, Valarie (Charlie) Bradley of Marysville, Gary (Tami) Hay of Plain City. She is also survived by four grandsons, Brian and Brooks Hay, Larry (Improved Pond facilities) Bradley, Randy Hay; one granddaughter, Amy ***** New for the 2012 Camping season ***** (Chris) Thompson. She was also grandmother Newly built, fully furnished kitchen and dining area, as well as the huge pond is now available for swimming and pedal boats! A to Jason (Tabby) Bradley, Charles W. Bradley, pastor from one of our camps was so impressed with our improvements in these areas that he said he wished other FWB churches Tami Bradley, Joshua Bradley, Jessie (Tiffany) were aware of our new (Kitchen/dining hall) and improved (the Pond) facilities. Bradley; ten great-grandsons; nine great-grand- daughters; Numerous nephews and nieces that For leasing and information on the above camp call Larry Glenn (937) 478-3815, Donna Glenn (937) 475-2710, Rev. Steve were close to her heart. Viola worked at the Nickels (937) 478-1182, Pastor Tim Hamilton (937) 559-1966 or E-mail us at [email protected]. We also have a 15 Canning Factory where she met her husband minute video if you’d like to have us present it for your review before leasing the camp. Willie Hay, her lifetime companion. She later retired from Ranco where she worked over 30 A ministry of Northridge Freewill Baptist Church, 4800 Payne Ave, Dayton OH 45414 years and at the Plain City Food Pantry for over 20 years and until the age of 90. She was a W. Va. He retired from Rayco Excavating Co. Church on May 25,1980. James went to be with Bro. Tim Simpson preached in the afternoon. member of the Marysville FWB Church and where he was a heavy equipment operator. He the Jesus on Oct 9th. He loved going to church We had special singing by Sister Shelly Sunday School Teacher for over 50 years. The was a member of Newark FWB Church. He is and serving the lord. Johnson and also brother Mike Wyatt and his Celebration of Viola's Life was held October remembered as someone who always had a He has three children and their spouses surviv- wife. It was a wonderful day of praise and wor- 6th at the Marysville FWB Church with Pastor helping hand to those in need. Willie loved his ing along with four grandchildren, four brothers ship and fellowship. We want to thank the ladies Paul Bogenrife officiating. family and friends, but his greatest joy was and three sisters still living, and many nieces, for the wonderful meal and to everyone else preaching the gospel of Jesus Christ and singing nephews and many good friends. He has three who helped out. Rev. Herbert C. "Herb" Davis, age 78 of for the Lord. sisters and one brother along with his father and Our pastor, Danny Boggs and his wife shirley Fairborn, passed away September 3rd. He was mother deceased. He was a wonderful father, have been such a blessing to our church. We born March 21, 1934 in Johnson Co., KY. Herb A celebration of life service for Reba Mae husband, grandfather and servant for the Lord. wanted them to know how much we appreciate was employed with General Motors as a tool Holley, 69, of Newark, was held Saturday, May He was a very hard worker and he loved to fish, them and thank our pastor for his faithful serv- and die maker, retiring in 1982; and was a min- 26th, at the Newark FWB Church at 1PM, with travel and spend time with family and friends. ice. On October 28th, he was presented with a ister for over 50 years at many churches includ- Pastor Matthew Bryant officiating. Sister Reba card and check from the church. The youth ing the Forest Valley FWB. He is survived by was Born September 16, 1942, in Hurricane, group and Sunday School Classes also made his loving wife of 58 years, Anna; two sons, West Virginia, was a daughter of the late Jesse OAK HILL (PINE CREEK) cards and gave a candy dish filled with candy. Jerry (Kay) Davis, Rick (Kathy) Davis; a grand- and Z. Marie (Duncan) Gillispie She passed into Hello everyone. God is so good. He has really Some of the children also wrote thank you notes son, Jerry, Jr. (Jamie) Davis; four step-grand- the arms of the Lord and Savior Wednesday been blessing us here at the Oak Hill church. We that was added to the candy dish. children, Lisa, Lori, Lauren, Katie; six step afternoon, May 23, 2012, at Riverside Hospital held a revival October 21th-27th. We heard We held a songfest on Sept. 29th. The great-grandchildren; four sisters, Pauline in Columbus, following a long illness A friend some wonderful spirit-filled preaching by Bro. Swauger Valley Boys blessed us with special Baldwin, Alice Pack, Kathy Causy, and Ruth to all, she loved her family and Savior. She was Allen Simpson and Bro. Tim Simpson. The singing. Our visiting preachers were Bro. Nick Stamper; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, a member of the Newark FWB Church. church was revived and we saw several at the Carter and Bro. Tim Updike. We love and other extended family, and many friends.One of Brother Willie and Sister Reba are survived by altar. thank everyone who came to fellowship until Herb's hobbies was woodworking and he made their children Teresa (John) Elliott, Dreama Our homecoming service was held Oct. 7th. next time, God bless you. many beautiful items and gifts. He also enjoyed (Steve) Hughes, Hank Holley of, Reba Joyce We had 55 at Sunday School. Bro. Allen Danny Boggs, Pastor playing the violin and singing while Anna Holley (Bob Lott) all of Newark, Ohio and Simpson preached the morning service and Sandy Clark, Reporter played the piano with him. He will be greatly Willie (Barb) Holley Jr. of St. Louisville, Ohio missed among all who knew him. A faithful sol- and special child Shannon Nelson of Newark; dier has now gone home! 17 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren; A May you enjoy a His funeral service was held September 7th host of loved ones and many many friends. where Rev. Robert Legg officiated. Brother Willie and Sister Reba will be missed, blessed Thanksgiving now to make our journey to see them again one A celebration of life for day. and a very Merry Rev. Willie E. Holley . Sr. was held Sept. 14, at Brother Grover Runyon from the Unity Newark FWB Church, Church passed away September 11th after a Christmas! with Pastor Mathew long battle with cancer. Bryant presiding. Interment will follow at Sister Tabitha Keffer, sister in-law to United Fairview Cemetery, Pastor Randy Keffer passed away September Knox Co., Mt. Vernon, OH. 26th. She had been on the liver transplant list Rev. Holley age 73, passed into the arms of the for a long time and was in the I.C.U unit at Lord September 10, 2012 at Riverside University Hospital in Cleveland. She was only From your staff at the Methodist Hospital, Columbus, Ohio following 41 years old. She had an 8 year old boy and a a heart attack. He was born November 9, 1938 18 year old boy and her husband. They need Ohio State Association in Fraziers Bottom, West, Virginia son of the your prayers for comfort now. late Orien and Lorene (Chapman) Holley. A for- of Free Will Baptists and mer pastor in the Free Will Baptist church, Rev. Bro. James E Richmond, son of Earl and Holley served the Lord at Fairview FWB, Mt. Bessie Richmond was born in Garett, KY on the Ambassador Vernon and Country Fellowship FWB in May 16, 1929. He was preceded in death by his Blacklick, Faith FWB, and helped with several wife Lucy (Davis) Richmond of 61.5 years of eBookstore. other churches as well. Willie married the love marriage on Feb 22, 2008. of his life, Reba on August 15, 1959 in Milton, He was ordained as deacon at Samantha FWB OHIOAMBASSADOR PAGE 6

We are doing well, with one exception. Our Staton and Bro. Corey Carroll. The messages The following singers and beloved brother Arlen Barker passed away the seemed to be just what the church needed to singing groups are available last week of October. He had just moved to hear as well as the lost. Bro. Staton reminded us to come and sing in your West Virginia and that is where he was when the that Jesus made a choice to take on Himself the Lord called him home. We will miss him very sin of the world so that we might be redeemed. church for revivals much for he was dearly loved and a very special He exhorted the church to move closer to God or special services. member of our church! Please keep his family so that He can use us. Bro. Carroll reminded us in your prayers. that whom the Lord calls, He qualifies and that It's hard to believe that the year is coming to an it’s not possible to have a testimony without a Baldwin Family Bluegrass Singers, Rosedale, Call Chuck Baldwin end and its Christmas time once again. The time test. These messages reminded us that God is (937) 834-2071 [email protected] of the year when the entire world reflects on the for us and He is at work even during our trials. Bobby Siders, Columbus, (Southern Gospel) (614) 778-9250 amazing love that God had for us, that He sent Our recent fish fry was a good success and Born Again Gospel Singers, Harry or Irene Litton (740) 927-5319 or His only begotten Son. When you hear the we’d like to thank the Spiritual Echoes for (724) 813-2360 Cell words "Merry Christmas" remember where we their wonderful singing. Also thanks to Nelson Cross Pointe Trio, Lancaster, Bill Pitts (740)438-7750 would be without Christ. and Nettie Hane and the team that helped with [email protected] www.crosspointetrio.com We do not have any definite plans for a singing the fish fry. Trunk or Treat was also a success David Giddens, Marysville, (937) 642-2121 [email protected] as of yet,but do hope to have one before the new with about 100 people attending. Day 3, Scott & Sheri Noel (740) 574-6635 [email protected] year. Please, remember that Bro. Paul Daniels Our AWANA program is up and running and Enabling Grace, Woodstock, (Country and Bluegrass Gospel) Call has a standing appointment as our guest preach- has seen a growth in attendance each week Jim Howard at (937) 325-2787 er, every second Sunday morning each month. since they reconvened in October. The kids You are always welcome here! God bless every- blessed the congregation Wednesday night Faith Gospel & Contemporary Christian Music, Sidney, one! through their inspirational songs. May the Lord Call Pam Moorman (937) 492-1059 [email protected] Earl Coleman, Pastor bless Bro. Tim Stevens who is overseeing the

Faith in Action, Marion, Call Majorie Abrams at (740) 383-5405 Audrey Carey, Reporter program and all the staff who work with our or Pleasant Hill FWB, (740) 363-5295 Attention: Marjorie Abrams children. Our prayer is that the kids will con- or Bob Chaffin or email [email protected] tinue to remember their Creator in the days of God's Ambassadors, Gahanna, Call Judy Spires (614) 475-4689 CLINE STREET (NORTHEASTERN) their youth as the scripture teaches. Gospel Ambassadors, Rittman, Call Greg Marcum (330) 927-9057 A big “Thank You” goes out to Glenn Spears, We give honor to the Lord for all the ways in Ethan Hutchinson, Somerset, (740) 892-4001 this is our first time writing in the Ohio which He has blessed our church and ask that www.ethanhutchinsonofficial.com/fr_home.cfm Ambassador. The Lord must have laid it upon you pray for us as we labor together in the Lord. Just Forgiven Singing Ministries, Dayton, (Southern Gospel) his heart to get this started. Leon Stevens, Pastor (937) 280-3840 or (614) 309-2512 Over the summer our church took all the chil- Janelle Sagraves, Reporter Headed Home-Singing For The Lord, Oak Hill, dren up to the zoo and we packed lunches. It Call Jim Evans (740) 682-6109 or Robert Gamble (740) 682-0042 was really a great time with all the kids getting MARYSVILLE (CENTRAL OHIO) Mike Blanton & Evidence, Grove City, (614) 871-2795 together along with the parents and some grand- Psalms 25:4 “Shew me thy ways, O LORD; Mike Kisling, Hillsboro, (937) 393-2084 parents. teach me thy paths.” Nina Nash, Leesburg, (Southern Gospel Sound Tracks) In the last three months we have had three peo- We were privileged to have Bob Jones, (937) 780-6865 [email protected] ple saved, Thank the Lord! Let’s pray they con- missionary to Moldova with us. Thank God for Ounce of Hope, Delaware, (Southern Gospel) (740) 363-4576 tinue to keep walking in the faith of the Lord. people who have a vision for other countries. God has blessed Chris and Erica Bores with a Our annual fall harvest party was enjoyed by Rob Goodman, Newark, (740) 345-3233 healthy baby boy. We would like to send con- all. It was a fun filled evening with games for Rowena and George Walker, Dayton, (937) 258-8317 gratulations out to Emily Theis and her husband the kids and good gospel music. Also, with Searching Lights, Galloway, (614) 878-6784 as they are expecting a baby. good food and fellowship. Stacy Edwards, Hilliard, (614) 604-4126 (614) 319-4399 September was our homecoming. Bro. Gary Nov. 11th at 11am, we will be having a special [email protected] Website: www.stacyedwards.com Dean preached and the Knipp Family came up Veterans service with Freddy Dutton preach- Steve Russell, Marengo, (740) 972-6729 [email protected] and sang for us. A great time was had by all! ing. We would like to say thanks for those who Sword Family, Middleburg Heights, (440) 747-7436. We just had our conference and we are proud served and fought for our freedom. Terry Collins & Victory, Hillsboro, (937) 840-9808 to announce that Dave Smith was ordained as a Nov.14th at 7pm, the Wednesday Night Kids The Hambys, Dublin, (Southern Gospel) (614) 873-1215 deacon of our church. Congratulations to him Club will be having a Thanksgiving dinner with The Heritage Quartet, Clinton, Contact Steve Walker (330) 485- and his family! Thank you to Ron Conn for crafts and games. 8137 [email protected] or Richard Perrigo (330) 571-1673 preaching at our conference and everyone else We are having our Thanksgiving candlelight The Spiritual Echoes, Circleville, Call Rick Moore (614) 595-9776 who visited that day. Also, thank you to Ed service Nov.18th at 6pm. This is a special serv- or Delores Moore (614) 491-9502 Kennedy and Ronald Slone for their messages ice to give thanks and praise, and reflect on our Violet Maynard, Columbus, (614) 759-7486 when they visited us too! blessings from the past. [email protected] Please pray for all our brothers and sisters that The ladies auxiliary is sponsoring a Christmas Undivided, Grove City, Call Mike or Sheri France (614) 352-3368 or are ill and the ones that are in the hospital. dinner Dec. 8th at 5:30pm at Der Dutchman Thank you and God bless you! with games and a gift exchange.

AVAILABLE FREE WILL BAPTIST SINGING GROUPS Cari Phillips (614) 875-6456 [email protected] Wayne Mays, Hilliard, (614) 607-0634 Bill Smith, Pastor Dec.16th at 6pm, the children will be present- Mimi Lee, Reporter ing a Christmas play “The Landlords Cat”. There will be many new songs to go along with If you would like your group to be included, please send me your group name, what the play. Snacks afterwards and a couple of vis- local FWB Church you are a member of, your address, and phone number. I will add LOCKBOURNE (TRINITY) itors for the kids. you the list in the next issue of the Ambassador. Greetings from Lockbourne FWB. Sister Viola Hay, age 93, a remarkable and CORNERSTONE (CUYAHOGA-LORAIN) teens face and their sometimes unhealthy We’ve just concluded a three-day revival and outstanding Christian in our church was called I Sam. 12:14 “If ye will fear the Lord, and responses to those issues. we’re thrilled to report that four people were home to be with the Lord Oct. 3rd. She was very serve him, and obey his voice, and not rebel Oct. 8th was “Freedom in the Pulpit Sunday.” saved. For this, the church prayed and the Lord active singing and teaching Sunday School for against the commandments of the Lord, then Pastor John preached a profound message on answered our prayers. We’re also happy to many years. She always had a smile, and loved shall both ye and also the king that reigneth the Chrisitan’s grave responsibility to vote report that our Pastor Leon and his brother, Tim people. She will be greatly missed. over you continue following the Lord your every election day and every other day from a baptized five people the Sunday following our Paul Bogenrife, Pastor God.” Christian/Biblical worldview. revival. We had great meetings with Bro. Paul Helen Murray, Reporter Greetings from Cornerstone. Sept. was our Our teens took a trip to Mohican State Park on homecoming with Bro. Daryl Grimes preach- Oct. 13th. They were able to enjoy lunch, hiking ing. Our Wednesday night AWANA program for and games before it rained. 1st-6th graders also resumed. Oct. 21st was our annual Pastor Appreciation On Sept. 7th Richland Pregnancy Services Service. Our pastor and his family very much hosted an event for our teens on “Healthy deserve time set aside to honor them. Relationships” let by Camille Cates, Youth John Johnson, Pastor Director of Healing Hearts Ministry. The fol- J. Matney, Reporter lowing day, Camille spoke to parents, pastors and teachers about Biblical approaches to heal- ISLAND ROAD (LORAIN-CUYAHOGA) ing in regards to some of the difficult issues our Greetings from all of us here at Island Road. OHIOAMBASSADOR PAGE 7

BLOOM (PINE CREEK) toward paying the youth. These youth are mak- We've been blessed in services the last several ing a big difference in the lives of the people months with special speakers Danny Baer, they are helping. God is truly blessing this min- Alex Ocampo, Chris Oiler, Ryan Bouts, Allen istry. Harner and pastor Kenny Klaiber. Special Now we are looking forward to the holiday singing by the Occam Sisters from the seasons, including Thanksgiving and Christmas Philippines, The Schafer Sisters and their mom and are trusting in God’s continued blessings Juanita (who celebrated her 90th birthday in for us and to each and every one of you. July), Ryan, Emily & Kyle Evans, Bro. Chris Bill C. Pitts, Pastor Oiler, Danny Baer family and Wheelersburg Mary Lou Marsh, Reporter H. S. Choir. We helped Bro. Paul Oppy cele- brate his 80th birthday and our church paid the PORTER (PORTER) last payment on our beautiful multi-purpose fel- We have enjoyed a busy fall season and are cur- lowship hall; which was three years earlier than rently in the midst of revival with Rev. Edwin originally planned. God is so good! Hayes as our evangelist. I don't know where Our VBS was a great success with an average one could go to hear the gospel preached in a of over 90 each evening. We appreciate Lori, more comprehensive manner. His sermons are Traci, Ryan, Angie, Allen and Emily who coor- always clear, complete, and right on target, dinated the VBS. The kids celebrated bringing which is to lead sinners to repentance and sal- in over $600 in the weeks offering to help the vation, and to reinforce the believers' faith in Philippine children learn about Jesus! Christ. In September Sandi and Dave Lindner coordi- In September we celebrated Porter Church's nated our Share & Care clothing project for our 195th year with Homecoming Services. Rev. community. Many came and were given physi- Gary Heimbach did an exceptional job teach- cal and spiritual food with their clothing items, ing the Sunday school lesson. This was fol- and it was a great day for this annual ministry. lowed by a truly great message from Rev. Bill The teens had a great retreat and outing to Hayes. As always, the food and fellowship Cedar Point. We appreciate Cathy Sizemore and we are supposed to do our part to try to do the Tuesday night rest home service we had 25 res- were great, but this year something was miss- all her help as she fills in as youth leader right thing in all things. idents and church members in attendance! The ing. Both Bro. Tary and Sis. Evelyn are now in Graduates recognized this year were Luke Wm. A. Chadwick, Pastor residents bless us more than we could possibly heaven, and for the first time in 97 years Sister Piatt, Michaela Shaw, Alex England, Samantha Joan Morris, Reporter bless them! Ruth Gilliland's health prevented her atten- Cole, Rob Lyon. We also congratulate Brad and We have started working on our “Christmas dance. Each was remembered and missed. Samantha Cole Cook as newlyweds; new babies FREDERICK (PINE CREEK) Celebration”. Our program will include ages 0- One Sunday we received a double treat when born to Aaron & Kaylee Cooper, a daughter Hello from all of us here at Frederick Church. ? and will be presented December 16th during our new youth pastor, Rev. Scott Hilbert, Paislee; Matt & Stephanie Cooper, a son We have had a few things going on in our our 11 AM worship service. Our Christmas din- preached a compelling message about "Love", Mason. church, the ladies had a yard sale, the kids had ner and $1.00 gift exchange will follow the and his mother sang a beautiful song for us. It Our church will be holding revival Nov.11-14, a lock-in one night and played games and Christmas program! Everyone is welcome to was nice to have his family worship with us. 7:00 p.m. nightly with Bro. Danny Baer from learned about God. I think the kids outdid the join us in this celebration of our Savior’s birth! Porter Women Active for Christ's annual bean the Southeastern FWB Bible College preaching. adults that night playing games and staying up Victory is looking forward to hosting the dinner/craft fair netted nearly $5,000, and all All are invited to come. most of the time, while the adults where trying Capital City Conference on Saturday, Nov. 17th proceeds will be used to fund missionary Kenny Klaiber, Pastor to stay awake, but they enjoyed their lock-in. at 10 AM. Please “Like Us” on Facebook to get endeavors. Bro. Tary was missed as he always Diana Claxon Stonerock, Reporter We also had an Old Fashion Day at church on updates from our church at Victory FWB helped cook the beans over an open fire. Oct. 14th with The Pistole Family and church Church Marengo, Ohio. Please remember the Most "homegrown" singers cannot compete NORTH (FRANKLIN) singing and Nick Cartee preaching the morning church and our members that are facing health with the "pros", but the trio comprised of Pastor Greetings again from North FWB Church. The service, and dinner after service and more issues in your prayers. Mark's wife Deanna and daughters Lacey and LORD continues to pour out His blessings on singing after dinner. We want to thank all of you James Thompson, Pastor Hannah disprove that. The quality of their us. Sept. 30th Sis Joan Morris’ son, Ron, that took part in the service and fixing the food. Bev Thompson, Reporter voices and their fabulous harmony make listen- accepted the LORD as his Saviour. At the same We have come to the time of year when the ing pure joy. We are truly blessed. time, Bro. Marvin Roysterhad just been bap- holidays are around the corner again. Lets keep CROSS POINTE (STATE LINE) A surprise birthday party was held for Pastor tized. The Bible says the LORD works in mys- in mind what they stand for, giving thanks to “Happy Fall” from Lancaster. What a beauti- Mark who has now reached the ripe old age of terious ways. Bro Marvin had rededicated his God for all things, and the birth of our Lord and ful fall God gave us this year! fifty. The decorations were all in black which heart to the LORD earlier in the year. In Oct. Savior. Please pray for all those in need, not just September and October have been busy was appropriate for such a milestone. Older Sis. Christi Rossi's son, Jake was saved. Oct. for the holidays, but always and most of all months at our church. On Sept. 23rd, our Cross people require special care. 8, Bro Josh Chadwick’s baby was admitted to those who don’t know Christ as their Savior. Pointe Choir came together with the First Mark Price, Pastor the ICU at Children’s Hosp. unable to breathe. We are having a Thanksgiving service at United Methodist Choir for a music concert at Janet Williams, Reporter She spent about four nights in ICU. Thank the Frederick the night before Thanksgiving with our church. Both choirs provided music sepa- LORD she is doing well now. other Pastors from the area. We want to wel- rately and together. Also performing were BUCYRUS (NORTHERN OHIO) As I had reported in the last report, Bro. Dan come you to come and join us and pray that God Laura Johnston, the Cross Pointe Trio and the Greetings from all the brothers and sisters of Wallace had a hip replacement. He had his sec- will give us a blessed service. United Methodist Men’s Quartet. the Bucyrus FWB Church. The Lord has truly ond one, Oct 16. As the first one went so well, We invite you to Frederick Church if you don’t On Oct. 9th, we enjoyed a surprise visit from been blessing our church. People have prayed the second one did also. Is there any way to have a home church, please keep us in your Three Bridges. They happened to be in our and prayers have been answered. We are all so actually give the LORD enough praise for all prayers. Hebrews 13:8 “Jesus Christ the same area, so they stopped and provided us with a thankful for our special guest (the sweet Holy his mercies and grace he bestows on us? yesterday, and today, and for ever.” very moving concert during our am service. Spirit). We had our annual hayride at our pastor's Rusty Larter, Pastor On Oct. 21st, we celebrated the anniversary of We would like to thank our Pastor Lyle Arnett home. We had a record number in attendance. Randy Howard, Reporter our present location with a concert by Sue and Brian Amburgey. They have been a great with over 100 in attending. We had a great time Dodge. Sue is a four time Dove Award winner, blessing to our church. of fellowship and especially good food. VICTORY (CAPITAL CITY) and the power of her voice and spirit was an Our homecoming on Sept. 9th was well attend- Oct. 21-24th we attended a revival at Hillview Praise the Lord and his wonderful handiwork inspiration to all who heard. ed. We celebrated 25 years at our current loca- FWB. Our pastor, preached for the Sunday autumn brings! As fall leaves began to change We have been bringing in items all year for our tion. Brian Amburgey and Rick Pelfrey did an evening service. Our youngest preacher, Bro. in Sept. we were blessed to see two souls saved Operation Christmas Child project. We have awesome job preaching. Our special singers Kyle Chadwick preached on Monday evening. and one soul rededicate their life to the Lord had three dinners. All proceeds from these din- were Spiritual Harmony and The Shepherd Both messages were excellent. Bro Kyle just during our revival and homecoming services! ners will go toward the shipping costs of our Family from Shelby FWB. They truly blessed started preaching July 1st. I can't begin to imag- We also welcomed Bruce and Ermalyn Hecker Shoe Box Ministry, headed by Donna Covert. everyone at the homecoming. ine what he will be like as he becomes a sea- as new members! God is so good! We will have a shoe box packing party in Please make plans to attend our Christmas soned preacher. We continue to have a revival spirit flowing November as well. Program this year. The dates are December 15th Congratulations are in order. Sis. Brook Fogle during our worship services. Pastor Jim In our last Ambassador Magazine, I told of the and 16th. It will start at 7pm. It will be about the married Shawn Foote Nov. 9th. It's wonderful Thompson, Bro. Michael Gillen and Bro. new ministry project recently started by Jeff birth of Christ. to see our young people remain true to the Lord. Mike Smith have been sharing God’s inspiring Myers called YouthWorks Ohio. This project We praise God for His blessings on our By the time this report is done the election will word through moving sermons about God’s employs youth to go out in the community and church. Please keep us in your prayers. Until probably be over. I hope all Christians did what unending love, grace, healing and mercy! work for those unable to do the work them- next time, may God richly bless everyone. they should have done and voted. We know the Bro. Mike Smith has been heading our rest selves. The project has recently expanded by Lyle Arnett, Pastor LORD is in control of everything, but I believe home ministry and it is growing! At our last opening a thrift store with all proceeds to go Phyllis Morgan, Reporter OHIOAMBASSADOR PAGE 8

FIRST DAYTON (LITTLE MIAMI) Thanksgiving with Dan Widdig who will be Greetings from First Dayton FWB Church. preaching for us on the Wednesday before As I sit here watching out the window watching Thanksgiving. the beautiful red/brown leaves fall from the In December we will have our church trees – I begin to marvel at the blessings that we Christmas dinner on the 14th in our fellowship receive from our Heavenly Father. We are hall. The ladies are getting food baskets ready embarking on the Thanksgiving season and for Christmas to help out a few families. soon the Christmas season. Even with all the God bless you and yours with a wonderful The following ministers are available to fill the turmoil in the world today, we have so much to Thanksgiving and a Merry Christmas. pulpit for pastors who have to be away from be thankful for. Wendell F. Combs, Pastor Our congregation‘s attendance has been down Linda Combs, Reporter their church. Many are interested in conducting the last little bit, but with all the vacations over revivals as well. and weather changing we are praying for an MECHANICSBURG (TRINITY) increase in our attendance. We have been hav- Hello from the Mechanicsburg Church. Bill Alford, 20864 Rudy Dr, Strongsville, Oh 44149 (440) 572-1614 ing wonderful spirit-filled services with very We are living each day in the Lord. Our Anthony “Tony” W. Blackburn Mechanicsburg, Oh (614) 623-0031 uplifting and encouraging messages. Rev church has received a lot of blessings in our Mike Blanton, 6826 Ridpath Road, Grove City, Oh (614) 871-2795 Freddy Dutton brought us God’s word one services since we last reported. These are what Larry Brown, 6530 Gregg Mill Road. London, Oh 43140 (740) 852-0586 weekend while our pastor and his wife, Bro and keeps us going all week. Lots of sound doctrine Patrick Blevins, 12837 Basil Rd, Baltimore, Oh 43105 (740) 862-8174 Sis Legg were out of town. We always get such from the word and good spiritual singing. We do Mike Boggs, 4411 McDowell Rd, Grove City, Oh 43123 (614) 871-5666 a blessing when Bro Dutton speaks to us. have some good Sunday School teachers also. Ron Brown, 5478 Riber Rd. Hillsboro, Oh 45133 (937) 402-4452 We are having a Veterans service on Nov. 11th There has been several visiting preachers Phil Chapman, 7329 Greenleaf Ave, Parma, Oh 44130 (216) 526-2283 at the church honoring our veterans in our bringing some good messages from God: Bro. Taylor Cantrell, 374 W. Harding Rd. Springfield, Oh 45504 (937) 342-0491 church family with a display of some of their Jay Williams and Bro. Benny Gibson. Bruce Copley, 2170 Vantilburg Rd. Mansfield, Oh 44903 (419) 522-0720 memorabilia with a Thanksgiving fellowship This is the end of another summer and we had Andrew Cordell, 418 West 7th St, Marysville, Oh 43040 (937) 215-4037 luncheon following the service. We are look- our picnic and Old Fashion Day and a wiener Roger Crusie, 335 ½ N. 4th St., Greenfield, Oh 45123 (937) 981-3529 ing forward to the fellowship with our church roast. All with good fellowship and guitar pick- Luther Dingess, 1680 Paddle Ck. Rd. Fort Gay, WV 25514 (304) 648-5901 family. Please keep the men and women serv- ing and singing in the Lord. We always have a Freddy Dutton, 1700 Hale Ct, Columbus, Oh 43228 (614) 276-0200 ing our country in your prayers. good turnout. We thank everyone who partici- Clyde Eldridge, 415 Patterson St., Fairborn, Oh 45324 (937) 873-8231 We ask that you pray for our pastor as he leads pated in these events. We don't want to forget James England, 5138 N. High St, # 119, Cols. Oh 43214 (614) 846-6654 the church. We have several shut-ins that need the good food. Larry French, 76 Skyline Dr., Ashville, Oh 43103 (740) 983-0316 to be remembered in your prayers. We pray We are striving to do God's will and stay close Ben Gibson, 1126 Cheyenne Springfield, Oh 45503 (937) 399-2738 God will heal and take care of them. to Him in a world that seems to believe in Packy Gibson, 7029 Fields Ln., Hillsboro, Oh 45133 (937) 393-2730 Robert Legg, Pastor everything but serving God. Please pray with us Randy Hall, 12024 Lake Front Dr, Hillsboro, Oh 45133 (937) 365-1657 Jennifer Robbins, Reporter to make a difference in the old world. Pray for Edwin Hayes, 7554 Slate Ridge, Reynoldsburg, Oh 43068 (614) 751-1190 our sick and we will pray for yours. God still Carl Jenkins, 2809 Searsdale Ave. Cleveland, Oh 44109 (216) 351-2475 WAKEFIELD (PORTER) heals. We need to pray our churches will grow Jason Jones, 620 Watkins Glen Blvd Marysville, Oh 43040 (937) 241-1622 Greetings brothers and sisters. It's been a cou- spiritually and our members will grow up. William Jones, 500 Buckeye St, Marysville, Oh 43040, (937) 594-1331 ple months with a lot of illness in this little May God bless you all. Paul Keener, 703 Andrew Ave., Westerville, Oh 43081 (614) 891-4382 church with many requests for prayers. I think Jessie Walters, Pastor Alton Loveless, 527 Virginia St. Ashville, Oh 43103 (573) 330-7728 sometimes of how many prayers here, and of Cathy Marcum, Reporter Travis McKenzie, 1339 Lewis Rd. Mansfield, Oh 44903 (419) 528-0012 how many others requests the Lord hears every Wayne Mays, 777 N. Drexel Ave. Hilliard, Oh 43019 (614) 876-7008 day. How amazing that He knows all about GRACE Tom Murphy, 229 Victorian Dr, Commercial Pt, Oh 43116 (614) 218-5435 each and every one and cares. Greetings from the Grace Church. This is our Tom Spradlin, Portsmouth, Oh (FWB Family Ministries-Rep) (740) 776-6677 Thank God for answering prayers for Jimmy first time reporting to the Ambassador. It is cer- Alex Stevens, 2002 East Main Street, Greenup, KY 41144 (606) 473-5417 Howard who had stents in his heart, Sharon tainly a pleasure to let the state of Ohio know Talo Teo, 828 Federal Ave., Zanesville, Oh 43701 (740) 453-6037 Mullett's son who had a kidney removed, Pastor what great things God is doing in our commu- Bill Turner, 150 Willard Ave., Carlisle, Oh 45005 (513) 746-5866 Lowell's wife Disa who had surgery, Juanita nity. We certainly appreciate our new pastor Tim Updike, 22661 SR 93, Wellston, Oh 45692 (740) 384-3277 Baker who had cancer surgery. Juanita is still in and his wife, Bro. Jim and Sis. Juanita Jewell. Ken Walker, 926 Fairview, Wheelersburg, Oh 45694 (740) 574-9014 a nursing facility for therapy and still needs We are truly blessed to have them. Bro Jewell Josh Young, 7227 E. Main St. South Solon, Oh 43153 (937) 829-1723 prayer. We were saddened for Mary Legg is doing some good preaching and teaching. whose first grandchild was born dead Sept. Please remember our sick folk, Sis. France We closed the month with our Costume Party September Sunday night service we did a 911 24th. The good Lord has helped her cope with Miller, Sis. Carolyn and Bro. Greg Bunch, Sis. and Trunk or Treat Night Sunday evening the Remembrance they did such a great job. that loss. Elaine Booth, and Bro. Chuck Slocum. Also 27th. Sunday morning, November 11th we will In October a member of our church, Dan Bro. Lowell went on a yearly fishing trip with our Pastor, Bro. Jim is on the mend from colon honor our veterans during our morning worship. Cordle and his band did a benefit for some of his sons in Sept. which he always cancer surgery while he was on vacation in Our communion/feetwashing service will be “Operation Christmas Shoe Box." Everyone enjoys. Charlie Tackett has preached for us West Virginia. Sunday evening on the18th and we will close enjoyed them very much. His band’s name is several times, and his brother Ray and family We had a communion and feetwashing on the the month with our Thanksgiving service City Refuge. He plays for us on Sunday morn- visited and Ray preached, and his son-in-law first Sunday night in November. Wednesday evening, Nov. 21st. ing and has another benefit planned in Nov. Scott Cohn as well. We enjoyed them. Bro. May God bless you all in Ohio until we meet December begins with Stoney Creek We had eleven women go to the retreat this Bill Chapman and Bro. Mitch Collins taught the in Heaven or by the way of the Ambassador. Bluegrass Singers providing special singing year. There was great fellowship with the other Bible lesson one Wed. evening. Jim Jewell, Pastor Sunday morning on the 2nd and our church women from Ohio, and you could feel the Holy We had our homecoming Sept. 30th with Tami Bishop, Reporter Christmas Dinner will be Saturday evening the Spirit in the room. John King preaching and the Carter Sisters 5th. Our Christmas Program will be Sunday For our youth outing in October, we took our singing. SOUTHWEST (CAPITAL CITY) evening the 23rd and The Libbys will sing youth to our famous "Young's Dairy". We had Emily Chapman had a fall and broke her arm We send greetings trusting God is blessing our Sunday morning on the 30th. Please pray for us lunch, shot pumpkins from a big sling shot, in the elbow section and required surgery. churches in their effort for Him. September as we “Continue on the move for Christ” walked though the maze and had ice cream. For We had church at Mike and Marie Tilley's one began with our Awana program on Sunday God bless. our Sunday night youth we played a game of evening as Sis. Marie hasn’t been able to get out evening the 9th. This program will be from 5:30 John Meade, Pastor Jeopardy followed with trunk or treat and to church, weakened from her cancer. -7:30 PM while we have our evening service in Brea Turner, Reporter donuts and apple cider. But you know no matter The Lord blessed us Sun. night Oct. 28 with the sanctuary. what we do or how much fun we have we need one of those sweet Spirit times, it just felt like a Sunday morning Sept. 23rd we had Tammy FIRST SPRINGFIELD (FRANKLIN) to always stop and thank God for all the bless- blanket of love and peace coming down over Jones Robinette providing special singing and Hi everyone. ings He bestows on us every day. Because with- everyone, Bro. Tackett was so overcome it was we closed the month Sunday evening the 30th How wonderful is our God He is so good to out Him none of this would be possible . hard for him to preach. Praise God for His pres- with fun and food along with a hayride during all of us! We have had so many great things Now we are looking forward to getting our ence. Stay in peace and love until He returns. our Fall Festival. happening at our church . shoe boxes ready for "Operation Shoe Box" Lowell King, Pastor October began with Pastor Appreciation Day In September we had The Keeners visit us. Leslie Phillips is the one who takes charge of Barb Conley, Reporter Sunday morning the 14th followed by our Fall They told us about their missions in France. this each year and she works so hard . We have Revival Sunday morning thru Friday night (21st What wonderful things we heard. Our annual increased our boxes that we send every year and NEW HOPE (CORNERSTONE) - 26th) with Chris Oiler singing and preaching Car Show outreach was in September, We had we are hoping that we can break the amount we Hello again from New Hope. Things are Sunday AM and PM followed by Calvin Ray 43 car entries and four bikes we gave out 400 sent in last year. May God bless you going well. In November 4-7th we had Lucian Evans and Brian Baer Monday thru Friday hot dogs, a lot of pop, chips and nachos. Every Mark Rucker, Pastor Baker preach. We are planning our service for along with special singing each evening. one had a wonderful time. For our youth Linda O’Neal, Reporter OHIOAMBASSADOR PAGE 9

NORTH WOODBURY (TRINITY) Marengo, Ohio. This was truly a blessing of Happy November from North Woodbury! As fellowship and growing for our ladies. winter approaches we are busy as usual! We are praying for our Praise Choir as they God has been blessing our church and saw fit will be singing on Nov. 11th, (Veteran's Day) to for us to receive two new members, Steve and honor veterans with a patriotic tribute to all of Julie McFall. We are so thankful for willing ves- our veterans and those in active military. sels to help us do God's work! Please listen to our weekly radio ministry on In September we started our monthly movie Sunday at 2:30 PM, Station WGNZ 1110 AM Daryl Grimes night again. This time we watched Faith Like for details on upcoming events. Potatoes, which is a great story about how God In His service, Family can use any man who is willing to follow Him. Tim Hamilton, Pastor Missionaries to Erie, PA We had Mark Allen Chapman with us. He is Teresa Poynter, Reporter always a welcome blessing to our church! Justin Feight also came to our church to preach PURITAN (SOUTH CENTRAL) Praise God we have closed on our building! recently which was a blessing to all in atten- Puritan Church greets all our brothers and sis- Thanks again for praying for this need! It was dance. ters in Christ. God is good to us! so exciting to stand before our people and hold In October we had our annual fall outing. We We had our homecoming Sept. 1st. Bro. Jim the deed of the building in my hand. Only God had a bonfire, with s'mores of course, and a Blankenship preached and his family sang for could make this possible! hayride. It was a little chilly outside, but our hot us. We had a blessed and good homecoming. chocolate kept us warm! Bro. Lloyd Sayre preached for us as we are Our loan has been paid in full. Keep in mind we Conference during the month of September. We ask that all of our brothers and sisters in still praying for a pastor. Bro. Charlie Bowden have only been having weekly services since Pastor Mike Mounts, pastor of Harrison FWB Christ would pray for Tony Franklin and his has been leading our Wednesday night services Easter of this year and we already own a build- Church in Minford, OH was our guest speaker. family as he was diagnosed with colon cancer, with different Scriptures. Bro. Nelson Sharp has ing that is debt free! No payments, no more Pastor Mounts shared a series of messages on and will now be undergoing treatments. We also been sharing God’s Word with us some. Bro. rent, no setting up and tearing down. Only God the subject of “Furnishing Your Faith” from II ask that you would continue to remember Rob Fulton, Bro. Chris and Bro. Keith Burt could make this possible! Peter 1. He did a tremendous job and we were Sheryl Stewart as she continues to recover from also preached for us. blessed with great special music each night and a stroke. Along with physical illness, we also Bro. Chris and Sis. Alisha Gray had their baby, In this building we now call our own I had the good crowds. We had two other churches join us have a lot of lost loved ones represented in the Miles and had him dedicated on a Sunday privilege to lead Marc to a saving knowledge of for services and we had a great weekend. On church. morning. Bro. Chris is the adult Sunday School Jesus Christ. He prayed a prayer of tearful that Sunday morning we had a special church We hope and pray that everyone continues to teacher. repentance and faith in our prayer room. I felt dinner and were thankful we had 30 in atten- grow closer to the Lord in these upcoming fes- Sis. Norma Graham put new valances and fall like I was in the labor and delivery room as a dance. tive months! flowers in the church. We appreciate Sis. new child was born into the family of God. Rob Ratcliff, Pastor Norma. Everything looks really good! Only God could make this possible! On a Saturday evening, Marc (mentioned previ- Kelsey Winters, Reporter Sis. Vet Eberts has been sick and not able to ously) came to our service and indicated on our come to church. Sis. Mag Eberts has been sick Recently I told our people that I did not desire Guest Registration cards that he wanted to COALTON (JACKSON) as well. They need our prayers. Please pray for Flagship Church to be a place where we only know more information about having a person- “Praise him for his might acts: praise him that God will give us a pastor soon. see what man can do. I want Flagship FWB al relationship with God. It was such a joy to according to his excellent greatness.” Ps. 150:2 We hosted the South Central Conference on Church to be a place where people see what follow up with him and see him trust Christ. This year is quickly coming to an end and as Nov. 10th. only God can make possible! Please continue to pray for him and the others we look back on all our blessings we want to We appreciate Bro. Lloyd Sayre, Bro. Bob that have made the decision to follow Christ. thank the Lord for His goodness. Nelson and Bro. Chris for filling in for us. We Prayer Requests We have much discipleship ahead of us! We had a good revival and homecoming. We miss Bro. Lee Aldridge. Remember to pray for *Pray for the neighbors in the community sur- also had a good time of fellowship at our annu- Sis. Mary Aldridge. She had gall bladder sur- How to Become a Financial rounding the church. al bean dinner and hayride at the home of gery. They need our prayers as we all do. God *Pray for the spiritual needs of a couple named Partner Arnold Coffey. bless everyone! Bill and Lisa. They have begun attending We are having Theresa Jeffries singing in our Carrie Powell, Reporter recently. *Call (740) 352-3510 and I can Sunday evening service on Nov. 18th at 6pm. *Continue to pray for Sherry, a college age girl guide you through the process We look forward to the Christmas season and WESTERVILLE (FRANKLIN) whose dad was recently killed in Afghanistan. send all of you best wishes for the holidays. Greetings from Westerville. *Pray for wisdom as we go forward and seek to *Visit www.homemissions.net Tim Simpson, Pastor We hosted the Franklin Conference Revival in make an eternal difference and impact in Erie, and click on “Automatic Sharon Jarvis, Reporter Sept. and had some blessed services. On Wednesday evenings, Pastor Paul has been Pa. Withdrawal” and follow the on *Pray for our attendance and offerings to NORTHRIDGE teaching on the book of Jude. screen prompts increase as we head into the Fall months. We are grateful for the gift of the Spirit Jesus We sponsored a special Fusion Weekend Nov. *Pray for the Drakulic Family--our team mem- Christ has provided to us here at Northridge. 2-3rd with Dr. Garnet Reid from Welch bers *E-mail me at We are thankful for the obedience of each per- College and Randall House Executive Director *Please pray for our daughter, Charity Grimes [email protected] son called into the Lord’s work. The Lord has Ron Hunter. It was a great time of inspiration and her spiritual needs. truly blessed our church with unity. and learning. *Please contact Home Missions We are thrilled to see more souls saved. We Several of our ladies attended the OWAC It was a real joy to host our first ever Bible if you need a new envelope. thank the Lord for moving on hearts, and that Retreat and came back spiritually refreshed. He still is on the saving lost souls. Paul Etterling, Pastor Our Prison Ministry Team will be going to Edwin Hayes, Reporter Lucasville Prison on December 16th for several services. They have seen the Lord move in sev- eral of the past services. Church in Need One-Blacksheep Ministry has been recently blessed, as two people who have attended our church services in October, received Jesus of Pastor Christ into their hearts. This ministry began in 2011 by Chuck Johnston, one of our ministers, The Williams Road FWB with the call of God on his heart to help the Church in Columbus is look- homeless as well as ministering to Bikers and Prisoners. ing for a full-time pastor. The Cross of Recovery ministry is a new They do have a parsonage. Christian faith based, alcohol/drug support group ministry. This ministry has started with meetings in October and is led by Bryan Reist. If you are interested, you It to is a result of the Lord leading him to min- ister to others. Lord willing they will be meet- can contact Brother David ing every Friday night at 7:30. Bryant at 614/306-5895. In October eleven of our ladies attended the OWAC “Faithfully Present” retreat in OHIOAMBASSADOR PAGE 10

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“News from the Ohio Ambassador Newspaper – January 1963 ”

The following are news items from “The Ohio Ambassador” from the January, 1963 Edition – Rev. Homer Nelson was the Editor and Writer as this time. Rev. Jim McComas CLEVELAND NEWS – We have received a good report from Mrs. Carlos Stepp of the Cleveland Church. She reports that they have a fast-growing and spiritual Church. They also sent $5 to the AMBASSADOR, which we appreciate very much. Rev. Virgil Sharp is Pastor of this Church. ~~~~~~~~ TRIBUTE TO ELDER MINISTERS – We went to thank each one who took time to secure the information we needed to run a feature honoring our older ministers. We are happy to present the following ministers at this time:

Rev. Jacob See – Of the Pine Creek Quarterly Conference - Was converted in June, 1928; ordained in 1929. He was founder and pastor of the following Churches: Garden City, Germany Hollow, Tick Ridge, Blackfork, and Oak Hill. He also has pastured Bethlehem, Frederick, Mt. Hope, and Antioch Churches. He retired from Church work because of ill- ness.

Rev. Walter Ketter – Of the Pine Creek Quarterly Conference – Age 74, was converted in 1908. He has been a Christian 54 years. Rev. Ketter was saved in the Methodist Church and labored in this denomination several years, having served as Class Leader and on the Official Board. He helped establish a Mission at Garden City in 1930, became a member of this Church in 1932, and was licensed to preach. He has pastured the following Churches: Garden City (3 times) , Turkey Creek, Pine Grove, Sciotodale, Pine Creek, Frederick, Wellston, Swauger Valley, and at present is a member of Pine Creek Church. Rev. Ketter has witnessed about 207 conversions, married 47 couples; conducted 52 funerals; and is now assisting Rev. Elmer Miller, Pastor of Pine Creek Church. Rev. Ketter has been in failing health for two years, and has not pastured a Church – but he is available to preach when FREDDY DUTTON needed. MINISTRIES Rev. Gus Graham – Of the Jackson County Conference – Age 81, was licensed Exhorter “Holding Forth The Word of Life” in the Methodist Church in 1921, and laster pastored four Churches for the Methodist Church. He was ordained in the FWB in 1926. Total years in the Ministry – 41. Brother Graham has pastored the following FWB Churches: Zion, Zaleski, Madison, Prattsville, 1700 Hale Court Puritan, Old Kyger, and Buchtel. He has married some 200 couples, had more than 200 Columbus, Ohio 43228 funerals, and conducted 110 baptisms. Rev. Graham is a retired coal miner, and hasn’t pas- 614/276-0200 or 614/738-0683 tored a Church since 1955, due to ill health. email: [email protected] TO OUR DEAR FELLOW MINISTERS: The entire State of Ohio of the FWB Church wishes to pay tribute and respect to you dear men for the work which you have done in the We have experienced a wonderful and glorious fall season! Since our last report we have been years past. We are sure that your heart is still in the work of the Lord, but as age and ill privileged to be with 19 churches and have seen over 60 individuals respond during powerful altar health has had its effect on you, we are sure God understands. services. God has been so good to us during many miles of safe travel. We thank you for the many acts of kindness you so graciously bestow on us and thank you for your faithful support to You may think that because you have been unknown to a lot of people, that your work was the "Freddy Dutton Ministries". in vain. As we look at the Churches you have started, others the Churches you have pas- One of the highlights of the past few weeks was the revival in Virginia. The Lord came down and tored, and the many souls you have won to the Lord, and above all, your faithfulness in pro- we will remember this week. Another very special appointment was speaking and encouraging claiming the Gospel, your work was not in vain. I Cor. 15:52. As you have to look on as the missions church in Legazpi City, Philippines through Skype. The "Freddy Dutton Ministries" bystanders now, we say may God bless you all. (The Staff) has been blessed to provide Study Bibles and other Bible Study Materials to this church for train- ~~~~~~~~ ing young pastors in the ministry. This church has a goal to start four new churches next year. Quite a few people have asked about Rev. Andrew Workman, our former State God is really blessing Pastor Robert Matamis and his sacrificial work. Please pray for this great Evangelist, and we would like to answer some of their questions at this time. Brother work! Workman is pasturing Dailyville Church (Porter Conference) and is conducting revivals when called. As we plan and prepare for the last two months of this year, please pray that we can see people ~~~~~~~ accept Christ before this year ends. We look forward to being with you for services. May God “He that remembers not to keep the Christian Sabbath at the beginning of the week will bless you as we celebrate the special and sacred holidays ahead. be in danger of forgetting before the end of the week, that he is a Christian.” UPCOMING TENTATIVE SCHEDULE ATTEND CHURCH THIS WEEK! Nov. 11(Veterans Day) Marysville FWB Church Marysville, OH ~~~~~~~~~~ Nov. 17(Conference) Victory FWB Church/Capital City Conf. Marengo, OH Nov. 18 DeGraff FWB Church DeGraff, OH If you have any questions, comments, or suggestions for these articles, please contact Dec. 2 Country Time Fellowship Church Columbus, OH Jim McComas P.O. Box 202 Creston, Ohio 44217 330-435-4442 [email protected] For Revivals, Conferences, Homecoming and other special services, please contact me at the above address. OHIOAMBASSADOR PAGE 11

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ROSEDALE (TRINITY) DOGWOOD RIDGE (SOUTHERN OHIO) “I can do all things through christ who Hello from Dogwood Ridge FWB Church! BOOKKEEPING strengthens me” Philippians 4:13. This seems The Lord has been good at Dogwood Ridge! to be the most repeated scripture in our church ACCOUNTING In August we had our homecoming and Bro. lately. While we are without a pastor at this NOTARY PUBLIC Nic Cartee preached a wonderful message. We time, we know God will do great things in his also had a soul saved in early August. time. We have been having visiting preachers We started out the month of September with throughout the past several months and our M. J. LOWE’S Friend Day. We enjoyed the guests and hope to services have been very spiritual. We are learn- see more of them back in the near future. INCOME TAX SERVICE ing that it doesn’t matter the size of the crowd, The ladies of the church hosted a yard sale to God is there and he is blessing us beyond meas- 3213 SOUTH HIGH STREET help fund new project renovations. ure. COLUMBUS OHIO 43207 October we celebrated Breast Cancer We held our “annual” hog roast in October. Awareness by having a Pink Out Day. We dec- Always a good time for people to fellowship orated the church in Pink and posted a Bible and enjoy the great food. There is always an JIM & JEAN LOWE Phone 1-614-491-6280 verse for all to read. We ended October with opportunity at an event like this to witness to OWNERS FAX 1-614-491-4554 Pastor Appreciation and had a wonderful a lost person who does not come to church but turnout on that Sunday morning. We really family is sometimes able to get them out to [email protected] appreciate all that Emil and Betty do for us and church events. the church. We cannot thank them enough! On Sunday night, Oct. 28th we were excited to said goodbye to Brother Paul Bosley, who PLEASANT VALLEY (LAWRENCE) In December we will be having our annual be able to present gifts to Rev. Wandel Toney passed from this world Sept. 22nd to the heav- 2 Peter 1:2 “Grace and peace be multiplied Christmas Program. Dogwood Ridge would who has been filling in between visiting preach- enly home all who are saved are promised. Our unto you through the knowledge of God, and of like to thank all of the guest speakers, Steven ers. He has also been filling in for our Sunday prayers continue to go out to his loved ones. Jesus our Lord,” Blagg, Bradon Depriest, and Nic Cartee. The School teacher when he is travelling for his job. As our church is still without a pastor, we are Hello from Pleasant Valley Church, the LORD spirit is high and the services have been really We also presented a gift to our deacons, Bro. not going astray. We are regularly fed the word continues to bless us, as we expect to receive, good, as our Pastor always says, "Come looking John Bliss, Bro. Charles Fraley and Bro. Chuck through resident preachers-- Rev. Ed Kennedy He continues His blessings. The spirituality of for a good time in the Lord!" Baldwin. These men have been such a blessing Sr. , Rev Lawrence Dickerson and Rev Ed our church is a representative of those attending Emil Cartee, Pastor to our church, they are true men of God. Not Kennedy Jr. and teacher Deacon Reggie and the desire to please our LORD, the testi- Brittani Horton, Reporter sure what we would do without them; they Sutphin who has been leading the Sunday monies and songs will lift up, even the most mean so much to each and everyone of us. School--and those who visit our pulpit: Niel wearisome traveler . Thank you again for all you do. Brock, Roger Rice, Tim Hamblin, Chad We are thankful for the preached word from CANAAN (CAPITAL CITY) Our candlelight service will be Nov. 18th. We Booth , Randall Keiffer and Gary Dean. visiting ministers and extend a big thank you to We have enjoyed two very full months of min- look forward to hearing the testimonies given Praise God none of us are going hungry! God Brothers Steven Blagg, Mark Adkins, Ryan istry at Canaan. The trustees began work on a and hear how God has blessed each family is so good. Rogers, Donnie Massie, George Cade, Emil storage building large enough to garage our throughout the year. We also enjoyed a revival preached by visiting Cartee, Jason Adams, Ron Eaches, Ronnie church vans and tractor. Many folks from the Please keep our church in your prayers that minister Rev Gary Robertson Oct. 17-19th. Massie, Chad Higgins, and Brothers Kenny church donated funds for building the structure. God will send us just who we need as our pas- The numbers of those in attendance were not Webb and Shane Hanshaw who attend and A number of folks also provided food for the tor. record breaking but the messages for our church help out regularly, We also had special singers, workers. We cheered and celebrated our coun- Bev Fraley, Reporter were uplifting, encouraging and eye-opening. The Clear Voice Trio. try on God and Country Day. We praised the The children then heard Deacon Mark Casto We had open church service Sept. 15th and a Lord for His blessing when two folks were bap- GAHANNA (CORNERSTONE) retell the story of Noah and the ark. Following Hallelujah Party Oct. 20th. As the church con- tized and three adults became members. On Greetings to all in the name of Jesus! The last these were games, prizes, pizza and fellowship. tinues to seek a pastor, we continue to grow Friend Day our very special music was provid- couple months have been very busy at Gahanna Our first 'Hallelujah Party' in years hosted by spiritually. Our members are ready to work ed by The Perrys. Later in the month, the Church! Sister Becky Casto was really fun! from teaching, visiting, church business and up ladies from the church were renewed when they First and foremost we want to thank God for As we brace ourselves against the ice, wind keep. Young and young at heart contribute to returned from the Ladies Retreat in Marengo. the plan of salvation. We are rejoicing over and snows Lord please protect us always from the success of the church and all its benevolent In September, we celebrated 20 years in the seven new converts that heeded to the word of injury, evil, temptation, help us, dear God, to work. Praise the LORD for Christians who ministry with Pastor Jim McComas and his God and received the salvation of the Lord. appreciate your many blessings and everlasting work, love and desire to please God. family. It is indeed a rarity for a pastor to serve God is good … All the time! mercy! Praise God. Pray for the Wellington Jim Dillon, Interim Pastor & Reporter 20 years at the same church. Our church body The ladies auxiliary prepared a Senior Citizens FWB needs. honored his service, sacrifice and dedication to appreciation dinner for all the seniors in the Margaret DeWitt, Reporter both our church and our Lord. In October, we church. Our seniors are a blessing to the church. South Central honored the service of our Assistant Pastor, As we all know, October was Pastor CLEVELAND (CUYAHOGA LORAIN) Travis McKenzie, and his dear family. Appreciation Month. This was a very special “Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and The Wednesday night AWANA Program start- month for Pastor Curtis Booth. We celebrated lean not unto thine own understanding. In all Youth Camp ed back up at the beginning of the school year. his 25 years of service at Gahanna FWB. Pastor thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct Work also began on the Christmas Cantata. Curtis and Pat Booth and their family was thy paths. Be not wise in thine own eyes: fear James McComas, Pastor honored with a potluck lunch in the fellowship the LORD, and depart from evil.” Proverbs June 9-14, 2013 Lisa Justice, Reporter hall, prepared by the congregation and the 3:5-7 ladies auxiliary. He was also showered with The past couple months have been a blessing GLENROY (JACKSON) much love and honor from the congregation. here in Cleveland. On Sept. 23rd during our The Glenroy Church is praising God in the Sept. 2nd we were blessed to have Enabling Sunday morning worship service, we held a highest. We just came out of revival and had six Grace in our morning service. They praised the special baptismal service for Bro. David Becka. For ages 13 to 19 blessed souls saved Four weeks prior to the Lord in song. We thank them for their dedica- It is truly a blessing to witness another soul fol- revival we had seven precious souls saved. We tion. lowing in the footsteps of Christ. October 21st are praising God for His wonderful mercy and Sept. 30th we welcomed Bro. Dana Booth, was our Pastor Appreciation Day where the The fees are grace and pray that souls will continue to be Pastor of Pioneer FWB Church of Rochester, whole congregation showed our pastor how $65.00 per person saved. New York to our Sunday evening service. It’s much he is loved and how thankful we are for We now have 33 children coming to church always a pleasure to welcome Brother Dana and having him as our Shepherd. Also on October If two members of the same thanks to our Pastor Bro. Don Kincaid. He has his family to worship with us. 21st Alexis Glista surrendered her heart to the family come, the second for a year now gone out and visited these chil- We have several members of our church that LORD. Praise the LORD! Keep these two in dren and made sure they had a way to church have lost loved ones recently. Please pray for your prayers. Brian Free and Assurance came person pays $55.00. and many times as many as 15 children stayed God’s peace to all of them. Please pray for the out to worship with us on October 27th. It was overnight on Saturday night at Bro. Don's and members of our congregation that are in the wonderful having them back again. Please keep Sister Tina's house so they would have a way to hospital or home recovering. their musical ministry in your prayers. If anyone has a ques- church. We thank the Lord for sending them our God bless and be safe! We do have a special prayer request for Pastor way to pastor our church and the desire to see Curtis Booth, Pastor Robert Prichard’s wife, Sister Lona. She has tion, they can contact children brought in and also to go out and visit Bonnie Justice, Reporter not been doing well physically and I would like the lost. The church has gotten behind Bro. Don everyone to please keep Pastor Prichard and his Mitch Salyers at and we have been praying three times a day for WELLINGTON (CUYAHOGA-LORAIN) family in your prayers. our church in one mind and on accord. The summer is over and September and Robert L. Prichard, Pastor 740 772 5768. Don Kincaid, Pastor October have been quite busy at our church. We Kimberly R. Young, Reporter Carol Salyers, Reporter OHIOAMBASSADOR PAGE 13

Please remember all the sick and shut in, keep- ing them in your prayers. Seems these days there are a lot that are just not able to get out. Since our last report we had another brother go home to be with the Lord. Please keep Rev. Willie Holley’s family in your prayers. Bro. He shall be called great, and shall be called the Son of the Highest: and Willie went home to the Lord on Sept. 10th. He the Lord God shall give unto him the throne of his father David; And he will be missed by all those who knew him. shall reign over the house of Jacob for ever; and of his kingdom there Until our next report remember. “For God so “ loved the world, that he gave his only begotten shall be no end. Luke 1:32-33 Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life." John 3:16. WOODLAND CHAPEL (LAWRENCE) Christmas program on Dec. 23rd. ration to all of us. The youth sang and served Matt Bryant, Pastor God continues to pour showers of blessings on Remember our seniors as the cold weather is food afterwards. Dreama Hughes, Reporter our church. We were privileged to see Brooklyn hard on them and they can't come out to church Densil Wright, Pastor Arthur baptized Oct. 14th. Mason Parks and like they want to. They are the prayer warriors Teresa L. Cumberlidge, Reporter ANTIOCH COMMUNITY Drew Schug will be baptized in the near future. of our church. Remember our youth as they are (CENTRAL OHIO) We are having a youth revival Nov. 12-14th today's church and Satan wants to destroy them WOODSTOCK (CENTRAL OHIO) We have been enjoying great, sprit filled serv- with Bro. Matt Wagner from NC bringing the and the churches. Please continue to remember Psalm 125:2 “The mountains surround ices at Antioch FWB. God has blessed us with messages. We invite all area churches to bring the military and their families and our nursing Jerusalem, so the Lord surrounds His people, three new converts saved! We were recently in your youth and join us. Pastor Dave participat- home ministry. They are a blessing to us. We from this time forth and forever.” revival and were blessed with excellent preach- ed in a revival at Zaleski FWB Church in need to pray for our nation daily. With the 2012 election soon over and the con- ing, a strong spirit of God; and were fortunate to Zaleski, OH. He preached Oct. 31st through We love you, Ferrell and Nancy. Tell someone cerns of many of us on the direction our coun- have some of our own talented members to pro- Nov. 2nd. you love them and really mean it. try is headed, we must remember that our vide the singing for the services. It is with deep sorrow we mourn the loss of Ferrell Rood, Pastor Heavenly Father is in control. We must remem- We are continuing to enjoy our beautiful new another of our church family. Sis. Karen Linda McKibben, Reporter ber to do our part by being in fervent prayer and sanctuary the Lord has provided for us. We will “Jayne” Miller went home to be with her Lord being the disciples that Jesus intended us to be. be holding our "Friends and Family Day" on Sept. 3rd. She leaves behind one son, one DIVINE (CUYAHOGA-LORAIN) As we pass from season to season let us remem- November 11th. We urge anyone who has been daughter and four grandchildren. Greeting from Divine. ber no matter the seasons of our lives, young or a part of the church in the past or is a friend or We want to thank our guest preachers: Bros. We thank you all for your prayers and support old, God will always use us for His glory. family member to come join us for a great Mike Dray, Brandon Arthur, Don Delawder, for our great loss of our dear Sister Letha We celebrated the five year anniversary of morning of fellowship at 10:30 am. Donnie Massie and Chad Higgins. Bro. Adams. She was such a great worker for the Pastor Russell and Sis Fredias' time here in Pastor Blankenship has been truly on fire with Edwin Hayes brought the message for home- Lord. She always had such a high spirit and big Woodstock. We had a wonderful service, with the word of God. We as a congregation have coming Sept. 23rd. Sept. 9th, special singing desire to do God's will. God rest her soul! praise music by Enabling Grace followed by a been blessed and encouraged by his preaching was provided by Bob and Jesse in our morning This season Our church took a trip to the potluck. They have truly been a blessing to us of the word. We recently celebrated Pastor worship service. Our choir, led by Bro. Dave Amish Country. It was a great time for fellow- all. Appreciation Day, and recognized our Pastor Pemberton, sang at the City Mission Church ship and dinner. We had such a wonderful time In October the church community outreach Jim Blankenship and our Assistant Pastor, Oct. 11th. Our ladies started a Women’s Bible visiting many historical places. held a coat drive for the local children. The Larry Brown for their complete dedication to Study Oct. 18th. Coordinator Kerry Bocook We have enjoyed all the many visitors we have Women Active for Christ are looking forward to our congregation. We are very fortunate at invites all ladies to attend. Bro. Blaine had from other churches and We also enjoy vis- a Christmas Bazzar they will be having on Nov. Antioch to have two strong leaders whose deep- Etterling with be preaching our New Year’s iting you. Let us continue always to fellowship 17th from 8:30 am-5:30 pm at the church we est desire is to follow God's word and will. We Eve Service. with one another. hope to see you there. stand united with each of you in an effort to win Oct.13th, Kelly’s Bridge Baptist Church Pray for us that we may continue to grow The church has been very blessed with souls the lost to Jesus! May God bless you all. joined us for a bean dinner. Oct. 27th, we had together and support one another. We have a saved and rededications. The services have been Jim Blankenship, Pastor Halloween “Trunk or Treat” for the kids. We Bible Study every 1st and 3rd Saturday of each spirit-filled and Spirit led it has been a blessing Candy Valentine, Reporter had our Pastor Appreciation Dinner Oct. 28th. month at 5pm. for God's children! Please pray for all our sick. We wish everyone Our deepest prayers go out to all the many vic- From the Woodstock FWB Church have a FAITH (SOUTH CENTRAL) a Happy Thanksgiving, a blessed Merry tims of the hurricane. May the Lord be with and wonderful blessed Thanksgiving and may you Greeting to our sister churches. Christmas and a healthy, Happy New Year. help all those that have had to suffer great loss- be filled with the love and peace of our Saviour We are gearing up for a busy couple of Until next time, you are always loved and es. Jesus Christ. months. School is back in session and the new wanted at Woodland Chapel FWB. Dale Channell, Pastor Russell Street, Pastor AWANA year has begun. It is off to a great David Schug, Pastor Wayne Senkovic, Reporter Esther Orahood, Reporter start. Thank you to all of our great teachers and Pat Adkins, Reporter director. MT. STERLING (TRINITY) Action for Christ also is going strong. They ZALESKI Greetings to our brothers and sisters from NEWARK (FRANKLIN) finished up the summer of evangelist work at "This is a day which the Lord hath made; we MSFWB. Greetings from the Newark Church. What a the flea market. They also performed at a will rejoice and be glad in it." Psalm 118:24 Matthew 21:12 And all things whatsoever ye wonderful Lord we have. Hope everyone had a gospel sing in Cambridge in the summer. Each day the Lord gives us is a special day, as shall ask in prayer, believing, ye shall receive. great summer, and now that fall is here what We are so grateful that our new fellowship hall it gives us one more opportunity to reach the Please join us in prayer for all those effected beautiful colors we saw in the trees and bushes. and kitchen are done. We are so very thankful lost for Jesus before it's too late. We would like by the hurricane Sandy, The devastation from God's work is so beautiful! to God for providing this for us. It has seen a to thank Jesus for the blessings He has given. this storm is so great. Since our last report we have seen souls dedi- lot of use. We feed the bus children breakfast During Pastor Appreciation Month, we did Our sister, Carmen Gatton who has brought so cate themselves to the Lord. October was Pastor and in November we will begin a free commu- some special things for our pastor and his wife, much joy to all of us has gone home to be with Appreciation month and we would like to thank nity meal once a month or whatever the Lord Nancy. We gave them gift cards and several the LORD on October 9th.. God for our pastor and his family. We are so leads us to do. We are so thankful for God's home made item including a candy arrange- Nov. 11th, Bro. Edwin Hayes will bring the blessed to have Pastor Matt and his wife Connie provisions. ment. We had a get together in the fellowship message for our morning service starting at in our church. “Let the word of Christ dwell in Our fall revival was a great success thanks to room serving refreshments including ice cream 11:00 am. November 21st, Wednesday evening you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admon- Rev. Lee Aldridge and Rev. Burt Alsept for and cake. at 7:00 pm we will be having a Thanksgiving ishing one another in psalms and hymns and ministering to us. We had three children saved Our songfest was canceled due to sickness. We service. spiritual songs, singing with grace in your in October and Jacob Tucker was baptized had a uplifting service anyway with special October 13th Our Sunday School picnic was hearts to the Lord. “Colossians 3:16. Let’s keep recently. singing by our church family. A good time was held at Ash Cave. October 20th Movie night our pastors in prayer as they lead the church. We have several people with medical con- had by all. Our revival will be over by the time featured The First Dog, Nov. 16th is our next December 16th will be our Christmas program cerns. Sis. Katie Campbell broke both ankles you read this. We are looking for souls to be movie night. October 28th, Clearfork from with service starting at 10:30 am. All are wel- and Sis. Irene Walton broke her ankle also. saved, hearts to be uplifted by Bro. Dave Tennessee provided us with special music. come to come and see the hard work our kids Please pray for these ladies. Also please pray Shug's messages and the Revelators blessing Our ladies Bible study is held every Monday are doing for the Lord. Our Christmas dinner for Sis. Mary Justice who lost her son this week our hearts with their songs. We have been hav- from 9:30-11:00. My First Noel is the name of will follow after the morning service. and Sis. Angie Vanover who lost her brother. ing very good Bible studies on Monday and our Christmas play this year. Play practice Continue to pray for the nursing home min- Wednesday nights with Mark Rood. We will be began on November 3rd. istry and our bus ministry. Remember to pray filling 30 shoeboxes, with much needed items October 13th the kids played games at the SS for our country and our leaders. for children overseas. picnic with 25 children attending. Oct. 21st the Tony Vanover, Pastor We are planning Christmas dinner for several youth honored our pastor and assistant pastor Jean Fox, Reporter or our seniors and shut-ins. We are planning a along with their wives for being such an inspi- OHIOAMBASSADOR PAGE 14

Cathy Crawford Ohio Missionary to France GOD USED A PUPPY

One day I received a very unexpected phone call. It was from World Missions Offering Tops $1 Million! a young lady about 23 years old who lives in a town about one and a half hours from where I live. We will call her “K”. “Now unto Him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us, unto Him be glory...” (Ephesians 3:20-21a). International I go to that town once every 2 weeks to do a Bible study with Missions has experienced the reality of this promise. a Christian lady. While I am there, I often have a short visit with “K’s” mother. On occa- sion I have also talked some with “K”. Both are atheists. When "K" called me, she asked In December 2011, the Board of Free Will Baptist International Missions made the decision to if I was free the next day, and if I could take her somewhere. I explained that I already keep missionaries stateside due to the financial shortfall. For missionaries to return to their fields had an appointment with someone and was sorry that I couldn't help her. She then of ministry required a significant increase in monthly giving as well as a record-breaking World Missions Offering (WMO). A goal was set to enlist 650 churches to participate in the WMO, asked if I could take her another day and said that it would be an all day trip. I agreed. based on previous years’ average of approximately $1,000 per church. “A $650,000 offering was She began explaining where we were going and why: to the northern part of France to what we were thinking, but He had exceeding abundantly more in mind for us,” explained Mark pick up a puppy Needless to say, I was surprised. McPeak, director of advancement for the Mission. After talking with “K” I began praying about the trip and asked others to pray as well. “In January, in the midst of this crisis, someone asked me how I saw the process of getting mis- The day came for us to leave. I picked her up around 7:00A.M. Shortly after we started sionaries back to their fields unfolding,” stated General Director Clint Morgan. “I shared my on our way, “K” began asking questions about why I was in France, and how I ended up faith dream: January through March we would begin to see a gradual increase in monthly giving here instead of somewhere else. That of course opened the door to talk about the Lord. providing us with a ray of hope; April would bring a knock-out WMO; May through July would She asked more questions and also talked about herself and how she was feeling. I was stabilize us as we prepared for the National Association; and my hope was that we might be able to announce that missionaries would be free to return home at the convention in Memphis in thrilled! The Lord had definitely answered prayer. July.” We picked up the puppy that was absolutely adorable and then headed home. Since we Clint continued, “Then the money poured in and we blew by the $650,000 goal in the first 60 had talked a lot during the first part of the trip, I asked "K" if she would like to listen to days. People began to get excited and, by the National Association, after announcing our total of the radio or to Christian cds. She answered, “Christian cds”. She explained that years ago more than $830,000, people began to ask if we thought we could hit the $1,000,000 mark. From she went to catechism classes in order to be baptized. Her dad, who believes in God but that point on, the excitement continued to build as people called the office and asked, ‘Have we doesn't practice his faith, wanted her to be baptized. She remembered liking the songs hit a million yet?’” that were sung during those classes. That's why she wanted to listen to the cds. Once again I was thrilled! I thought, "Wow!" Here is all unsaved person who is going to hear On Monday, October 15, while at the Oklahoma state meeting, Morgan received a report that the WMO total had reached $999,131.00. When Brad Ransom, Missions Director for Oklahoma, the gospel message in song all the way home! Speaking of home, I arrived at my house was informed of this he committed to challenge the Oklahoma Mission Board to close the gap about midnight. and reach this historic total. The Oklahoma Mission Board committed to $1,000. Another $1,000 from a local church was given. God has done exceeding abundantly above all that we asked or Please remember “K” and her mother in prayer. “K” is a young person who desperately thought and the 2012 World Missions Offering has topped $1,000,000! needs the Lord in her life. Thanks for your prayers and the part that you play in this ministry. “We give the Lord all the glory, honor, and praise,” Morgan stressed, “and want to express our heart-felt gratitude to all our Free Will Baptist people who were obedient to give faithfully and In Christ, sacrificially!” Cathy Crawford Mott Chosen for Student Missions Role DAILYVILLE (FRANKLIN) The Lord has called my husband Billy Ryan Hello from Dailyville FWB near Waverly. McFann to pastor this little country church and Mark McPeak, director of advancement for International Missions, introduced Hanna Our homecoming was celebrated in with prayer and faith we know it will grow. We (McCuin) Mott as the new student missions coordinator on Monday, October 1, 2012. “We are September. Our church was organized in 1884. hope you all keep us in your prayers as are fam- excited about Hanna’s addition to our team at IM,” McPeak said. “She has a passion for impact- Our revival was held September 12-15th with ily sets out on this mission from God. ing young people and engaging them in missions.” Her role incorporates recruiting and process- homecoming on Sunday the 16th. We were very As a church in whole we would like to thank ing applicants for high school and college cross-cultural ministry trips, working with overseas uplifted and spirits restored by word and song. Luther Dinguss who preached a Friends and missionaries and workers to ensure a successful ministry experience, and recruiting mentors and A young man in our church, Austin New won Family Service in Sept. We would also like to leaders for teams. and Air Force ROTC scholarship and is now in thank Vernon Smith, Stephan Blagg, Donnie college in Florida. Massie, Charlie Green, and Brandon Deprist Hanna comes to the Mission from LifeWay Christian Resources in Nashville, Tennessee. She The choir has started practicing for our for coming and preaching there hearts out. served on the team marketing the recently released film Unconditional. She also served as a city- Christmas Contata. May God bless you all. We also celebrated homecoming with new host for the Center for Student Missions. Hanna organized and managed student volunteer teams Peter J. Dunn, Pastor pastor Billy McFann preaching the first service and their mentors while they served the Nashville community. Jim Henry, Reporter and Dave Schug the second. Special singing was by a group known as The Crusaders from A 2012 magna cum laude graduate of Welch College in Nashville, Hanna has a B.S. in BLACKFORK (SOUTHERN OHIO) northern Ohio. They we both spiritual and tal- Psychology. While at Welch, Hanna participated in a spring break missions trip to Japan (2009). As we look back on the past three months it is ented. She also served on E-TEAM Spain in 2008 and volunteered during E-TEAM training in 2010. plain to see that God has richly blessed each an There is a few members of are church that are The Arkansas native married Dakota Mott of Michigan in May. everyone of us at Black Fork. As of now we are having health problems. Please keep them in small in number averaging between 15 and 20, your prayers. May God bless you in all you do! “I am so excited to start this journey as part of the IM family,” Hanna declared. “Serving Jesus in but where two or three are gathered He is truly Billy McFann, Pastor such a capacity while rubbing shoulders with missionaries who have dedicated their lives to pour- in the mist. Keri McFann, Reporter ing out the compassion of Jesus all over the world is a true blessing and honor. The opportunity to nurture students’ passion for serving Christ and others is a great privilege.”

Former missionary to Brazil, Ken Eagleton, began E-TEAM in 1992 as a way to engage high school students in hands-on, cross-cultural service. Students spend a week in intensive training, then put their training into practice for about two weeks on various mission fields. Students who will complete grades 10, 11, or 12 in 2013 may submit applications no later than October 15. E- TEAM training, service, and debriefing is scheduled for June 6-27, 2013.

Individuals interested in learning more about student ministries may contact Hanna via email ([email protected]) or phone (615-760-6157). OHIOAMBASSADOR PAGE 15

Former Ohio Clerk Mike Stokes had a PET scan in October, and results were good. The Greetings from the Hospital doctor said there is no signs of cancer. He no longer need treatments and released him. Thank Ohio Women Active for Christ Update the Lord for the wonderful news! State Board. Former Ohio Moderator Clarence Workman Ohio Women Active for Christ was in Riverside Hospital in Columbus for sev- News and Upcoming Events eral days in October. Sister Tobianne Stout, wife of Heritage Pastor Tim Stout took a fall broke her arm on August Rev. Paul Collins, pastor of the Trinity OWAC Women’s Retreat What a wonderful time we had in the Lord at this 30th. Church had knee surgery and is now home year’s retreat October 12 and 13, 2012 at the Heartland retreat center!! Our theme doing well. this year was “Faithfully Present” Our key verses were: Psalms 139:7-8 and Psalms Heritage youth pastor, Bro. Kevin Bass had 16:11. surgery for a broke collar bone in a dirt bike Sciotodale Pastor Aaron Reed had ACL accident August 31st. reconstruction surgery on my left knee Oct. We enjoyed special singing by Undivided who are always such a blessing!! We also 30th and will be in a brace up to eight weeks enjoyed special speaking by Cheri Hayes who presented our devotion Friday Heritage Pastor Tim Stout had gall bladder with six months full recovery. surgery Oct. 24th at Grant Hospital in evening, Amanda York who presented our devotion Saturday afternoon and Di Columbus. He is now recovering. Keener who presented our devotion Saturday afternoon.

Sister Ruth Ann Castle, an employee of the CHARITY-MINFORD Our ladies provided Christmas presents for the Hope Center (which is a part of the Ohio State Assoc. office had open-heart surgery Greetings from Charity! It's been a while Free Will Baptist Family Ministries,) and we are proud to say our ladies provided at Mt. Carmel Hospital in Columbus. She was since our last report, but God has been faithful over $2,000 in gifts and supplies for this ministry. released for home on September 7th. beyond measure. We have been so blessed with anointed preaching by several great men of Please look for more OWAC news coming soon!! Visit our OWAC Sister Tonyia Reed, wife of Sciotodale Pastor God! It is amazing to see how God shows up has a severe bulging disc in her neck causing a and His spirit moves in the services. We have Facebook Page… we encourage as many as possible to friend us! great many problems. She is scheduled for sur- also been touched and moved by special friends gery December 19th. that have come to praise and worship our great Your sister in Christ, God! What a blessing it is to see these wonder- Bro. Paul Etterling Sr., treasurer for Ohio Jessica Musetti, ful folks using their God given talents to serve OWAC Secretary State Missions took a fall and hit his head at a Him. doctor’s office on Sept. 26th. He was taken to In September, several members of our congre- leader, John Dailey, schedules a Youth been attending for a few months. It was won- Grant Hospital in Columbus where they found gation completed a year long challenge to read Evangelistic Service. Pastor Dan brought the derful. some blood on his brain. He is now home through the Bible. Each and everyone of our message in September. In October the older At the time of this writing the church is pray- recovering. church family that completed the challenged youth performed a skit and Bud Norris brought ing for, and expecting, a great conference has expressed how much they have grown the message. We rejoice when one teen came revival at Union FWB church. We all hope it Rev. Charles Brewster, a member of the through this past year. As shown in the pictures, forward and gave her heart to the Lord. In will turn into an annual event…perhaps semi- Eastmont Church had surgery for breaking his each one was presented with a certificate to October the church honored us with a special annual, with a spring or summer camp meeting. wrist on Oct. 1st. He is now home. commemorate this special accomplishment. Pastor’s Appreciation Sunday service. Many Wouldn’t that be great? God will continue to bless them through their took part in presentations and testimonies. It Preparations are already underway for our Rev. Tony Franklin, of North Woodbury efforts. was a great service followed by fellowship and Christmas program. FWB, was in Grady Hospital, Delaware, Ohio. food. Words cannot express our gratitude for all May the good Lord bless you and yours, Bro. Tony has nodules on his lungs that tested that have and continue to faithfully support us PJ Fitch, Pastor positive for cancer. He had surgery at the James in our work at Bethesda. Rick Arthur, Reporter Hospital in Columbus Oct. 31st. Also in October one of our ladies, Christine Gee, headed up the 30-Hour Famine at BEATTY (LITTLE MIAMI) Sister LaDonna Mingus, wife of Rev. David Bethesda. She and those that helped her worked Hello again hope everyone is doing well. I Mingus as been ill for quite some time. She fell hard to give young people an opportunity to think fall is really here this week. Whoa, a 50 and broke her hip. She had surgery Oct. 3rd. experience some of the hardships others experi- degree drop in one day. haven't seen this big a She is the sister in law to Sister Dottie Hix. Your ence on a daily basis. It is a different way for drop before. Well, we live in Ohio, expect any- prayers would be greatly appreciated. young people to have a good time together. thing. Sept. 13th, Rev. Sturgal McCarty took Our ladies meeting, lead by Sue King, contin- over our morning service and then the service North FWB Pastor Bill Chadwick’s infant ue to stay busy. In addition to holding their was canceled due to a power outage. Our granddaughter Hadley is in Respiratory devotional meetings, they also are dedicated in evening service was back on track and Adam Distress and was taken to the ICU of Children’s reaching out to our shut-ins via calls, visits, and McCarty preached from Matthew Chapter Hospital in Columbus. She is now home doing small gifts. They are currently busy at work on 9:35-38. well. heading up the Operation Christmas Child Our pastor and his wife went on vacation to Shoebox effort which is due for collection in Yellowstone. God gave them safe passage there South Charleston Pastor Forest Dyer was in Nov. These ladies are a real asset to the church. and back. A lot of our congregation went to the hospital on October 6th for a pacemaker. He In closing, we have a number of people that Apple Days in Paintsville, KY. Glad they are is now home recovering. As we move into the end of another year, we are seriously ill in our church and we ask that home safe. October 21st, the Shively Family are so thankful for all that the Lord has done and you remember them in prayer. We also want to sang for us in our morning service. We really Bro. Frank Beverly, a member of the Chapel brought us through. He alone is worthy of our wish all of you the best as we enter the enjoyed hearing them here again. On Oct. 28th, Hill FWB Church and former deacon of the praise. We pray that as this Christmas season Thanksgiving and Christmas season. Until next we had the Gideons here to talk to us about their Columbus First Church had open heart surgery approaches, we will all take the time to remem- time, may God continue to bless you. ministry, in placing Bibles in hotels, motels, October 29th at Mt. Carmel E Hospital in ber the true meaning of this season and the hope Daniel King, Pastor hospitals, colleges, etc. And how these people Columbus. Do pray for him and his family. and joy Jesus brought into this world. Sue King, Reporter get the message out there of God's plan of sal- Gary R. Dheel, Pastor vation. Thank you Gideons, we appreciate your Debi Lykins, Reporter TICK RIDGE (PINE CREEK) work at home and abroad. Rev. Dave Phillips, the pastor of Pipecreek Greetings from Tick Ridge! Our church is As we are approaching another voting year, I FWB, in Indiana had open heart surgery BETHESDA CHAPEL (PORTER) doing well. hope we are all representing our country in a October 19th and is doing well. His is a mem- With September and school starting up we Gary and Jennifer Blackburn hosted a Pastor positive way and are we all sending a clear mes- ber of Ohio’s Tri-State Conference and former held our annual Fall Kick-off for our Youth Appreciation get together. The church sent the sage here. Somethings are not for sale. Our pastor of the Faith-Moore’s Hill FWB Church. Meetings with good attendance. Wednesday pastors on a scavenger hunt…a lot of fun. souls, our word. God's word is our gift. Place it nights are exciting with our youth activities and We had our fall revival the first full week of in our hears and minds, and we won't go wrong. Sister Ellen Sargent, stepmother of adult bible study. Once a month our youth October. It was very nice. Sunday, October 28th So everyone have a good Thanksgiving and Reynoldsburg Pastor Jerry Sargent was taken in a lady was saved in our am service. She had Christmas holiday and always remember God for surgery Oct. 15th on her shoulder which is loves you. severely infected. She is now home and being Co-op ALL John S. Wallace, Pastor treated. Do remember her in your prayers. Supports Our Ministries! Marsha Downs, Reporter OHIOAMBASSADOR PAGE 16

Welch College Hits U.S. News & World Report’s Top College Rankings Evangelist

Two months after Welch College changed its name from Free Will Baptist Bible College, the name Welch College Mike Blanton appeared for the first time in U.S. News & World Report ranked 42nd among “Best Regional Colleges” (South Region) in U.S. News’ 2013 edition of America’s Best Available for services, revivals Colleges guidebook. The numerical ranking of 42nd in the and campmeetings! 2013 South Region was driven by a high graduation rate, peer assessment scores, and strong alumni giving. Highlights of college rankings will be pub- lished in the September 18, 2012, issue of U.S. News. (614) 871-2795 President Matt Pinson said, “This is exactly what we hoped to see happen when the college name change occurred—immediate national recognition as a top quality educational institution. We are so pleased that Welch College is not only ranked among America’s best colleges but is Mike creating name-recognition that will attract prospective students and their parents. This confirms that the college’s academic programs are recognized by the broader academic community as well Blanton and Evidence as our supporters. It’s also another reminder that Welch College delivers on its educational prom- available to sing at your church! ise.” Lake School of Theology (1961), M.Div. from Covenant Theological Seminary (1970), and the The “Best Regional Colleges” category where Welch College is ranked includes 370 institutions D.Min. (ABD) from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School. that focus on undergraduate education and offer a range of degree programs in the liberal arts, and in professional fields such as business, nursing, and education. Colleges in this category are Dr. Robert Picirilli, Professor Emeritus and retired academic dean at Welch College, said, ranked within four geographic regions: North, South, Midwest, and West. “Ralph graced the campus with a lifetime of quiet, dependable service. We could always count on him to be there, to do what was needed, and to do it without making a fuss. He was dedicated to U.S. News rankings offer opportunity to judge the relative quality of institutions based on wide- keeping the school true to its founding mission, and he never swerved in his thinking from that ly accepted indicators of excellence: peer assessment, graduation and retention rates, faculty ideal.” resources, student selectivity, financial resources, alumni giving, and more. Two of Ralph’s brothers (Charles and Larry) eventually joined him on the faculty at Welch Welch College received especially high marks in five strategic areas—percent of freshmen in College. His younger brother Larry said, “Ralph had a profound influence on my life. I came to top 25% of high school class (57%), percent of classes with under 20 students (89%), student/fac- the college as a student because of him. He was my teacher—one of the best I ever had. I am ulty ratio (9/1), freshman retention rate (62%), and graduation rate (51%). convinced there has been no better man who has taught here. I once told a young lady I dated that I wished I was more like Ralph. She asked why and I replied, ‘Because he’s more like Jesus than Provost Greg Ketteman said, “We are so pleased that Welch College is included in U.S. News’ I am.’ ’’ list of best colleges. Our dedicated faculty and staff pour their lives into our students. They make a difference that matters. Our goal is to create a stimulating learning environment for our students Old Testament Professor Dr. Garnett Reid served alongside Reverend Hampton. He said, where education is more than books and classes. At Welch College, we are truly a community of “Ralph left an indelible imprint on this school and on all of us he taught, and that imprint bears a faith and learning. We want every Free Will Baptist student to consider Welch College first when striking resemblance to the Savior whom he loved and whom he taught us to love.” looking for a college.” Ralph Hampton is survived by his wife of 54 years, Mrs. Margaret Evans Hampton, who More information is available about the rankings and methodology in the annual America’s Best served 37 years at Welch College as manager of Welch Library; daughter Mrs. Laura Fleming; Colleges guidebook at: www.usnews.com/collegemeth. sons Reverend Clayton Hampton and Mr. Kenny Hampton; eight grandchildren; four great- grandchildren; and one brother, Reverend Larry D. Hampton. Ralph Hampton, Free Will Baptist Educator and Leader, Dies

Reverend Ralph Hampton, former chairman of the Biblical and Ken Riggs Writes Book for Teachers Ministry Studies Department at Welch College and a member of the college faculty for 50 years, died September 7, 2012, after a Dr. Ken Riggs, interim Psychology program coordinator at Welch College (formerly FWB two-year battle with cancer. He was 77. The Oklahoma native College), has written a 104-page, 12-chapter book for the Evangelical Training Association titled was converted at age 12 during a youth camp and ordained to Teaching Techniques: Becoming an Effective Teacher. The soft-cover book came off the press in preach in 1960. August 2012. President Matt Pinson said, “Ralph Hampton was a rock of sta- Dr. Riggs said, “This book is an attempt to define effective teaching by looking at three aspects: bility on campus for five decades—a man of prayer, a scholar the teaching methods of Jesus, examining one of the most influential books for Christian teachers with a warm heart, and a teacher who challenged students to give (The Seven Laws of Teaching by John Milton Gregory), and the two key ingredients of teaching— their best. He demonstrated spiritual and intellectual leadership as preparation and presentation.” a faculty member, and faithfulness in his local church. We thank God for the influence of this great man.” The book concludes with an eight-page section titled “Three That Mattered,” focusing on the impact of three influential teachers on society—John Amos Comenius (1592-1670), Robert Hampton’s ministry to the broader denomination included six pastorates in Tennessee and Raikes (1736-1811), and Johann Heinrich Pestalozzi (1746-1827). Missouri, articles for Contact and ONE Magazine, and curriculum writing for Randall House Publications. His signature leadership role came during a 15-year span when the National The first four chapters in the book study Jesus’ example as a teacher. The next three chapters Association of Free Will Baptists elected him moderator nine times (1987-1996) and assistant address what it takes to be an effective teacher. The last five chapters deal with understanding the moderator six times (1981-1987). He moderated during several controversial and pivotal sessions, psychology of learning. including the emotionally-charged 1995 national convention. Dr. Riggs has written two other books. They Call Me Doc (2011) follows his own journey from “That was a crisis moment in our history,” Reverend Hampton said during a 2008 interview. new convert to professional educator. By the Way (2012) chronicles his father’s ministry as a Free “Men had reached a point where they felt they couldn’t be brethren and friends with those who Will Baptist visionary, pastor, and international missions leader. Riggs also wrote three book- disagreed with them. The 1995 convention and Leadership Conference called us back to our roots lets—The Runaway, How to Live Right, and You Can Know—as well as several gospel tracts. as Christian brothers and Free Will Baptists.” A long-tenured educator, Dr. Riggs taught 23 years (1971-1993) on the Welch College Teacher Ralph began his 50-year tenure at Welch College in 1958 at age 23. Like most young educators, Education faculty. He has been an adjunct professor at Nashville State Community College since he wore several hats, which meant that he taught 15 hours per semester, served as Christian 1992 and served as administrator at Pleasant View Christian School (2004-2010). Service director, and was the dormitory supervisor. The son of a Free Will Baptist preacher and oldest of four brothers, he spent half a century changing the landscape of denominational educa- “I may do more writing for the Evangelical Training Association,” Riggs said. “I believe in tion, preparing students for ministry in a world-wide community, and raising a family of three ETA’s biblical philosophy of education and support their commitment to publish materials that children with his wife Margaret—all three children graduated from Welch College. help good teachers to become great teachers.” He pushed himself hard as an educator, earning five degrees—A.A. degree from East Contra Ken and Carolyn Riggs have been married 50 years. They have three sons. Costa Junior College (1955), B.A. degree from Welch College (1958), M.A. degree from Winona OHIOAMBASSADOR PAGE 17

UNITY (CUYAHOGA-LORAIN) We hope you have a wonderful fall season and blessed and the meal was enjoyed. Pastor Jim many blessings. We were pleased to welcome Greetings from Unity FWB Church! It is hard to a happy Thanksgiving! and his wife, Janice were pleased with their gift. four new members. Judy and Roger Stillings, believe that we are nearing the end of 2012! The Eugene Crouch, Pastor They are settled in their new house and every- Anna Stidham and Matthew Patton have joined start to this fall season has been both busy and Angie Steitz, Reporter thing is moving along. Please pray for them that our church and are a welcome addition. exciting for our church. We have grown in their needs of life are met and God's blessings In September The Dayton Ambassadors more ways than one! Sept. 30th an individual SOMERSET-COMMUNITY are abundant. ministered to us through song in one of our made the choice to make Christ his Savior and Praise God from whom all blessings flow. His Hope everyone read the article in ONE morning worship services. This month we had followed up by getting baptized on Oct. 14th. love for us never stops. Wonderful news, Sister Magazine about the healing of this nation. We Rev. Mike Baldwin from Redeemer FWB Oct. 7th six new members joined our church. Kelly is well and back in church. God has hope and pray and trust that God will hear and deliver one of our evening messages. Our Also, Baylee Elizabeth was born on Oct. 12 to blessed the church with a wonderful group of heal and keep this nation in the palm of His September Sunday School picnic was a huge proud parents George and Suzanne Kopp. people to worship with. Hand. May God be the glory. success with a great attendance. On this day we Suzanne and Baylee are doing well and we con- Pastor Appreciation Day and homecoming was We will be having our Thanksgiving Dinner in launched over fifty helium balloons with scrip- gratulate the family on this precious new addi- October 10th. The Singing Preston’s blessed November and our Christmas Dinner in ture messages and the church address attached. tion! us with their singing and Bro. Harry Miller fed December if the Lord tarries His coming and we So far we have received four responses from as Sept. 2nd our church celebrated Easter! We us from God’s Word. Later in the day Bro. tarry our going. far away as 60 plus miles. should be thankful year round for the miracle of Patrick Blevins, Raymond Brown, and others We have lots of things to be thankful for at this Our annual Harvest Sunday/Pastor the resurrection and this Easter in September from the church formed quite a singing group. time because things could have been worse for Appreciation was held October 14th, with a service (complete with lilies) reminded us of We had 101 out that day. Good fellowship, us in this area due to Hurricane Sandy. Material number of members dressing in the "old fash- Christ’s love and sacrifice. Our homecoming good food, and a great God! Who could ask for things can be replaced, but not lives. Remember ioned attire", bibs and bonnets. As always there was held on Sept. 9th with JB and Barb anything better! Continue to pray for the sick all in our prayers. was good food, fellowship and services with an Spencer, our Praise Team, and the Sword here at the church. Thought to ponder: It doesn't matter what we excellent attendance. Family singing. We had a wonderful time of Please be praying for Michelle Glenn’s family. did yesterday or what we plan for tomorrow, it Heavenbound joined us on a Sunday recently worship and our pastor delivered a Spirit-filled She went home to be with Jesus on October is what we do today that counts because we may and ministered to us with some very uplifting message. Sept. 30th Leslie and Angie 21st. not see tomorrow. May the sunshine light your singing. Our fall revival was held October 28- McMahan presented a marriage seminar. May God bless and keep each of you. path and a smile brighten your way. 31st with Rev. Mike Mounts delivering the Couples were able to focus on priorities in the Scott Hutchinson, Pastor Till next time. messages and Enabling Grace from marriage and were reminded how important it is Bev Hattery, Reporter James Angel, Pastor Woodstock along with others providing us with to put Christ at the center of the home. Jacqueline Wyatt, Reporter special music. Oct. 14th Tim Keener visited our church and PETREA We are now looking forward to a blessed, Holy provided updates on his family’s ministry in In the sweet and precious name of Jesus, on URBANA (CENTRAL) Christmas season, and wishing you all a Merry France. We thoroughly enjoyed Tim’s updates, this cold, rainy day, we at Petrea Church send Greetings from Urbana. Fall is upon us and Christmas and blessed New Year. stories, and sermon and continue to pray for his warm greetings to all. winter is fast approaching, but we continue to Grant Cordell, Pastor family. On October 28th we held a Fall Festival Channell reunion was held at our church with thank the Lord for each beautiful day and His Barbi Johnson, Reporter Celebration dinner and also surprised our pas- success. This family has been a special blessing tor, assistant and youth pastor with a gift from to our church family. Attention: Ambassador Reporters the church for Pastor Appreciation. New Vision Labor Day seems to spur people on with new joined us and sang during our worship service. ideas and new energy. It is a time not only to Note the deadlines for future issues of the Ambassador is The group is truly anointed by God and we remember the working class, but also to relax Noon on the first day of the month. enjoyed them! We also want to thank those and then seek what God would have us do. The deadline for the Jaanuary-February issue is from our congregation who helped prepare the Pastor Appreciation Buffet was held at our fel- Noon, January 1st. meal and serve. lowship building on Oct. 27th. Everything was OHIOAMBASSADOR PAGE 18

What a blessing it was to take time to enjoy the Central Ohio changing of the season together. We celebrated November 17 Capital City Conference meeting at Victory, James Thompson, Pastor with pony and hay rides a bonfire and fantastic December 8 Franklin Conference meeting at Forest Valley, Del Wallace, Pastor food. Thank you for your hospitality once again Wyatt Family! Pastor Bruce Sparks and his family were hon- ored recently during a phenomenal breakfast Northern Ohio put together by the ladies in our congregation. Pastor Appreciation is not only once a year, but November 17 Northern Ohio Conference each time we pray for guidance and safety for December 1 North & Western Conference meeting at High Street, James Webb, Pastor him and his family. We certainly love our pas- January 12 Cuyahoga-Lorain Conference tor! On the horizon, we will be hosting a Thanksgiving Service on Nov 21st at 7:00. Bro. Southern Ohio Nate Hess a young new preacher from Liberty November 10 South Central Conference meeting at Puritan FWB will be preaching. The annual Christmas November 10 Pine Creek Conference meeting at Union, Chris Oiler, Pastor play put on by our youth is currently in the November 17 Porter Conference meeting at Harrison, Mike Mounts, Pastor works. Please pray with us for them. We January 12 Southern Ohio Conference encourage the children to witness to their friends and family about the love of Our Lord and the Christmas play is an excellent opportu- nity to invite people to church. Till next time; Western Ohio Keep your light shining for Jesus! Bruce Sparks, Pastor

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FOREST VALLEY (FRANKLIN) COMMUNITY (CENTRAL OHIO) Oct. 20th, we sponsored a youth rally with SHELBY (NORTHERN OHIO) Fall has proven to be a time of change for The Lord has been so good to our church! We food, fun, and games. Later services were held. It seems like fall is a time of year when we Forest Valley. We have seen the last day at our had an excellent homecoming service! Bro. Our youth group sang followed by the Sword start to spend more time in fellowship with fam- former church building and the first at our beau- Steryl Paramore from Cookeville,TN Family singing and Bro. Josh Workman deliv- ily and friends. Our church had plenty of tiful, new building. Our last church service on preached a wonderful message entitled “I Have ered to us the inspired Word of God and praise opportunities for fellowship this fall, including Upper Valley Pike was full of memories and Sinned” using Ex. 9:22-30. We had over 100 in the LORD…souls were saved. Our own a trip to Mohican, a trip to Malabar Farms, and emotions. We had a wonderful time celebrating attendance! Our choir sang beautifully. What a Michael Tierney Rhodes gave his heart to God. a Labor Day gathering hosted by our deacon our church’s foundation while still looking to day of rejoicing we had! Oct. 28th Michael and others were baptized. and his wife, Dave and Kathy Rose. We spon- the future. We even had a soul saved! The keys Oct. 30th, a dear saint in the Lord, Bro. Glenn Since the month of October is considered sored another blood drive as well, which gave to our old church building were handed off and Brumfield went to be with his heavenly Father. Pastor Appreciation month, on the 21st our us a chance to be visible to the community and we had an amazing first church service in our Bro. Jerry preached his funeral Nov, 3rd. Bro. church had a dinner for Bro. Lester McMahan show Christ’s love. new building. We are anticipating the possibili- Glenn will be greatly missed. He always had a and Bro. Bill Alford. We love and appreciate The past two months have been a blessing for ties at our new home and cannot wait to share smile to give. I’m thankful him and Marlene are both these men for all their hard work they give the church in other ways. We saw six people our experiences with the community. my friends. our church and to the service of the Lord. baptized, including one 79-year-old lady who To kick off our new journey, we have planned Our ladies group is going on our annual Myrtle We have an upcoming singing on November was saved through the nursing home ministry! an open house on November 11th at 3:00pm. Beach, SC trip. It is a great getaway for relaxing 11th, Sunday evening featuring James and Also, on October 29th, we celebrated Pastor Please come and join us for service, fellowship and getting know one another better. This year Starla Dean, services start at 6 p.m. If you Appreciation Day by having a potluck dinner in and finger food. Hope to see you there. “But if the young ladies are going too. Pray for our safe don’t have church that evening, come out and honor of our pastor of 23 years, Herman we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we travels and fellowship Nov. 9-12th. join us. Copley. have fellowship one with another, and in the The youth of the church are having a food Please keep those who are sick and afflicted in We hope everyone has a safe and wonderful blood of Jesus Christ his son cleanseth us from drive for our local food pantry in West our church in your prayers, that God would put Thanksgiving, and may the Lord bless you all to all sin.” 1 John 1:7 Jefferson. It will go through mid Dec. They are His healing hand upon them. Remember the lost have family and friends to spend it with. Del Wallace, Pastor planning to make this a year-round project. souls. As always, please keep our church, our Herman Copley, Pastor Kristen Fitzsimmons, Reporter They are also claiming coats, hats etc. for those pastor, Rev. Lester McMahan and clergy Rev. Heather Brown, Reporter in need. Nov. 29th, is our annual dinner at Der Bill Alford in your prayers that we may always SWAUGER VALLEY (PINE CREEK) Dutchman for the Greater Vision Concert. This be found doing God’s will. May God bless and CANAAN LAND (CAPITAL CITY) What an outstanding and beautiful fall the is a great time of food, fellowship and music. keep you until we meet again. “Twas the month before Christmas, and all Lord has blessed us with! On Sunday, August Our special services for December are as fol- Lester McMahan, Pastor through the church. All the people were gath- 26th we were blessed to have evangelist Corey lows: We will be caroling on December 12th at Debra LaCourse, Reporter ered with their family and friends at church.” Carroll and his family minister to us in both 7pm. We go to our local nursing home and October brought a great Camp Meeting and morning and evening services, praising the throughout West Jefferson itself. Dec. 19th, at CLINTON (CUYAHOGA-LORAIN) then we celebrated our 30th Anniversary Lord for His sweet Spirit that was with us! 7pm will be our candlelight service. This is a Greetings from our little white church in Homecoming Day. God has blessed us abun- On Saturday, Sept. 1st we participated in the great time of reflection and hope of the New Clinton! Exciting news, in September three dantly, more than we could ever hope or think!!! Portsmouth River Days Parade. We had a beau- Year. Our annual Youth Christmas Program will people were baptized from our church! Children We gave over 300 appreciation gifts to the tiful float decorated with a huge globe sitting in be Dec. 23rd, during the morning worship serv- and adults of all ages are accepting Jesus many workers who donate their time and talents the hands of God. “He’s got the whole world, in ice. This is always so fun to see and enjoy. We Christ into their hearts. God is continually in our various programs each Sunday in His hand!” We handed out bottles of ice cold hope that you might be able to join us for some showing us He LIVES and dwells in those of us October. Then we showed our appreciation to water to parade watchers and candy to all the of these special events. Merry Christmas and a who welcome Him in. Pastor Shawn and his family with gifts and a young and young at heart. blessed New Year to all of you! We had some wonderful chances to fellowship funny slide show presentation. We are so We are getting ready for the Pine Creek Jerry Newman, Pastor together this season. Brother Matt and Sister thankful for their faithfulness to the ministries Conference Revival. Looking forward to com- A. Friend, Reporter Kim Wyatt welcomed us into their home once of the church. ing together to fellowship and worship Our again this year for our Annual Harvest Party. Plans are under way for the holiday season. Lord and Savior! We are seeking revival for FAITH (CUYAHOGA-LORAIN) Thanksgiving services will be Tuesday, Nov. churches and our communities. Hello and God bless from Faith. Sept. 9th. In Christmas Bazaar 20th. The Senior Saints will be meeting for We will soon turn our thoughts to the upcom- our Sunday evening service, we had a gospel Woodstock FWB Church prayer and going to lunch on November 29th. ing holiday season. We pray that everyone has singing featuring JB and Barb Spencer. God December 1st is our Christmas Bazaar. We blessed Thanksgiving and a very Merry blessed in a mighty way that night. Sept. 22nd, Women Active for Christ hope you will join us for some lunch, baked CHRISTmas! We are looking forward to put- we had a fall picnic at Ottawa Point. We had a goods and SHOPPING! Don't miss it. ting on another great Christmas play this year great time of Christian fellowship along with Nov. 17th We are looking forward to the many Christmas and pray that it points to the reason we celebrate food, fun, and games. 8:30 am - 5:30 pm celebrations that take place in December but Christmas. In September, two of our church families lost most of all we are thankful for the one perfect Your prayers are greatly appreciated, praying loved ones. Bro. Orville and Sis. Alice Messer’s Many Vendors are scheduled gift, God's only begotten Son. for revival in our hearts, homes and our com- beloved granddaughter, Tammy and also Sister Merry Christmas to all, and to all a Happy munity. Christine Rhodes’s beloved mother Linda and there will also be crafts New Year. Mike Simpson, Pastor Dickens. Please keep both of these families in and baked goods. Shawn Beauchamp, Pastor Hoss Newman, Reporter your prayers. Barbara Chaffin, Reporter TURKEY CREEK (PINE CREEK) Turkey Creek FWB Church is looking forward to a wonderful Thanksgiving and Christmas season. The candlelight Thanksgiving eve serv- ice will be Nov. 21st at 7pm with our Thanksgiving dinner the week before on Nov. 14 at 6pm. Christmas services will include the choir singing the cantata 'Heaven's Child' and the youth will perform the nativity scene as well as a Christmas play. Our annual homecoming services were Sunday, Oct. 7th. Jody Stevens taught the adult Sunday School class and Tom Spradlin preached the morning message. A carry-in lunch followed in the fellowship hall. Sam Miller preached in the afternoon service with special singers the East to West Trio. The spir- it of the Lord was there to bless us all! Please join us at this joyous time of year for special worship services, singing and fellow- ship. Turkey Creek Church is located at 8608 State Route 125, Friendship, Ohio. Reverend David Sibole, Pastor. Please log on for more information and church updates at www.turkey- creekfwb.com. David Sibole, Pastor Melissa Sites, Reporter

SCIOTODALE (PINE CREEK) Hello from Sciotodale! We have so much to thank Jesus for. This quarter began with Kelci Hickey professing her faith by being baptized! Please pray for her growth in Christ. September 9-12th we had a wonderful home- coming and revival with Bro. David Crowe preaching each service. Special singing was performed by The Lore Family, The Swauger Valley Boys, The Harners and The Libbeys. God’s presence was felt during our services through song, preaching and prayer! Our annual Community Picnic commenced this year on Sept. 22nd. This event, sponsored by our Men’s Group (SAMM) gives us a chance to fellowship with our fellow community mem- bers. A picnic style lunch was shared along with inflatable games for the children. It was a great day of sharing God’s love! October 7th our “Power Prayer Partners” kicked off. Adult congregation members are paired with children and young adults for the

September-October 2012 adults to pray for the children and young adults throughout the year. Also on October 7th was our annual Church Picnic. A beautiful after- noon of fellowship was had and the Devotion was given by Brother Mike Hodge. October 12th-13th three of our WAC members attended the Ohio WAC Retreat in Marengo, Ohio for the first time. We were also pleased this quarter to have Rev. Freddy Dutton and his wife with us during services on October 21st. Rev. Freddy’s evan- gelical messages are always uplifting and show his love for the Lord and for spreading the Gospel. Until next time, God bless! Aaron Reed, Pastor David Swingle, Reporter

FELLOWSHIP (JACKSON) Give thanks with a greatful heart. Greetings from Fellowship FWB. Church in

TOGETHER WAY RECEIPTS Jackson. Since our last report, we’ve gained two new member, and lost one, Sister Diane Gilland, but she’s in a better place with her Lord. We had a great conference revival Oct. 15- 19th at the Rutland church with Bro. Mike Blanton preaching and Evidence singing. Four precious souls were saved and our churches have been revived! Please keep us in your prayers as we continue our walk with Jesus. Dave Reese, Pastor Billie Halterman, Reporter OHIOAMBASSADOR PAGE 20 Ohio Men’s Retreat

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Ohio Missions Sunday March 2, 2013

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