CU CONNECTOR OUR MISSION AT CENTRAL UNION MISSIO NARY BAPTIST CHURCH IS TO SEEK, SAVE, SU PPORT, SHAPE, AND SERVE THIS PRESENT AGE. 501 Preston Street, Fort Valley, GA 31030 Phone: 478-825-2958, Fax: 478-825-2099 Email: [email protected] Website: centralunion.net Volume 26 Issue 18

SPECIAL EDITION PASTOR DAWSEY’S 16th PASTORAL ANNIVERSARY INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Weekly Events 2 Calendar

3 Community Events

In Case of an 4 Emergency...

SPECIAL PICTORAL EDITION  Breakfast with 5— 8 The Shepherd  Pastor’s Anniversary  FVSU Day

9 Daily Devotions

10 Just a Few Laughs

Keep Your Mind 11 Sharp

12 Glance at November

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CentralunionMB CENTRAL UNION WEEKLY SUNDAY CHRISTMAS 9:00AM—Sunday School 10:30AM—Church Service 1st Sunday—Baptism and Communion IS Children’s Church will be EVERY Sunday except 2nd Sunday MONDAY COMING 5PM—Missions Meeting 6PM—Christian Education Meeting After Church—Ushers Meeting TUESDAY 5:30PM—Deaconess Meeting WEDNESDAY 5:00PM—Tutoring 6:30 PM—Prayer Meeting 6:30PM—Youth AWANA 12 Noon and 7:00PM—Adult Bible Study THURSDAY 11:00—1:00pm—Soup Kitchen 5:30PM—Staff Meeting IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN PARTICIPATING TBA—Deacons Meeting IN THE CHRISTMAS PROGRAM, PLEASE SIGN SATURDAY UP IN THE MAIN OFFICE BY WEDNESDAY, 11 am –1pm - Adult Choir Rehearsal OCTOBER 4, 2017. Every Saturday except Saturday before 2nd Sunday PRACTICES STARTING SOON!

10:00 am - 12 pm—Youth Choir Rehearsal Seeking: 4 narrators, 4 male singers, 2 female Saturday before 2nd Sunday singers, 2 lead dancers and back up dancers, and chorus.

SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY 1 WORLD COMMUNION 2 3 4 5 NATIONAL TEACHERS 6 WORLD SMILE DAY 7 Willie Maude SUNDAY DAY Robert Hubbard Lumpkin Glyn Turner

8 9 Robin Thomas 10 Malesia Smith 11 Mikayla Oates 12 Yolanda Miller 13 Barbara McLaughlin 14 Frank Johnson Gary Thompson Tanell Johnson Josephine Williams Kiofa Clark

15 16 BOSSES DAY 17 18 Beverly Collins 19 Jaliyah Carter 20 21

22 WORLD MISSION 23 Edweana Ridley 24 UNITED NATIONS 25 Leslie Trice 26 27 28 WORLD CHOCOLATE SUNDAY DAY DAY Willie Mae Hiley

29 Freeman 30 Johnnay Goodman 31 Nottingham

P A G E 2 KERI HILSON GIVES BACK TO THE VALLEY

Singing sensation, Keri Hilson was DO YOU HAVE A in town on Wednesday, September “TRIED AND TRUE” 27th for a Fundraiser for the Peach County Boys and Girls Club at the THANKSGIVING Pettigrew Center at Fort Valley RECIPE THAT YOU State University. Keri was accompanied by one of FVSU's own, WOULD LIKE TO former Wildcat football stand out SHARE? and NFL Seattle Seahawk wide receiver, Ricardo Lockett. SEND IT TO US BY Keri reminisced on her fond OTOBER 19th so that memories of Fort Valley as she often it can be included in the visited her grandparents, The Late Deacon Gamaliel and Missouri November CU Hilson, who were dedicated . community servants and devoted Connector members of numerous Central Union ministries.

REQUEST YOUR More OCTOBER Focuses HELPFUL BREAST CANCER AWARENESS GUIDE In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, you can request the helpful guide about breast health at http://www.nationalbreastcancer.org/ breast-cancer-awareness-month.

P A G E 3 The following checklist shows items that FEMA and the Department of Homeland Security recommend that each civilian keeps on hand in the event of an emergency or disaster. Some items are personal in nature and need to be supplied by the owner of the emergency kit.

Emergency Supply Additional Emergency Pet Emergency Items Supply Items Supply Items

 Water (One Gallon per  Prescription Medications  Food. At least a three day supply person per day for at least and Glasses in an airtight, waterproof three days)  Infant Formula and Diapers container.  Food (at least a three day  Pet Food and Extra Water  Water. At least three days of supplies of non-perishable for Your Pet water specifically for your pets. food)  Important Family  Medicines and medical  Household Chlorine Bleach Documents like copies of records. (to purify water) insurance policies,  Important  Radio and NOAA Weather identification and bank documents. Registration Radio (Hand Crank and/or account records, in information, adoption papers and Battery Powered) waterproof container vaccination documents. Talk to  Flashlight (with extra  Cash your veterinarian about batteries)  Emergency Reference microchipping and enrolling your pet in a recovery database.  Mobile Phone Charger Material (First Aid, etc.)  Sleeping Bag, or Warm  First aid kit. Cotton bandage  First Aid Kit Blanket (for Each Person) rolls, bandage tape and scissors;  Whistle (to signal for help) antibiotic ointment; flea and tick  Complete Change of  Dust Mask (to help filter Clothing prevention; latex gloves, isopropyl contaminated air) alcohol and saline solution.  Fire Extinguisher  Plastic Including a pet first aid reference Sheeting (for sheltering in  Matches in Waterproof book is a good idea too. place) Container  Collar or harness with ID tag,  Feminine Supplies and  Duct Tape rabies tag and a leash. Personal Hygiene Items  Crate or pet carrier. Have a  Sanitation Supplies  Mess Kit, Paper Cups, sturdy, safe crate or carrier in case  Wrench or Pliers (to turn Plates, Utensils, Paper you need to evacuate. The carrier off utilities) Towels should be large enough for your  Can Opener for Food (if kit  Paper and Pencil pet to stand, turn around and lie contains canned food  Books, Games, or other down.  Emergency Communication Activities for Children  Sanitation. Pet litter and litter Plan box if appropriate, newspapers,  Two-Way Radio  Local Maps paper towels, plastic trash bags  Waterproof Ponchos and household chlorine bleach. IS YOUR CELLPHONE READY?  Emergency Candles  A picture of you and your pet  ALWAYS KEEP A FULL CHARGE  Lightsticks together. If you become  Cellphone solar charger  Nylon Cord separated, a picture of you and  Emergency (911) in contact list your pet together will help you  Family number  Utility Knife document ownership and allow  Insurance numbers  Heavy Duty Work Gloves others to assist you. Add species,  Insurance apps  Fire Resistant Document breed, age, sex, color and  Game apps distinguishing characteristics. Put everything in a zip lock bag Bag  Familiar items. Familiar items,  Hand Sanitizer such as treats, toys and bedding can help reduce stress for your pet.

P A G E 4

“MESSAGE FROM THE PASTOR”

Finishing Strong in the Lord

First of all, allow me to thank each and every one that played a role in blessing Elaine and me during our 16th Anniversary celebration. Every- thing was absolutely awesome! You are truly a blessing to us and to the body of Christ!

As we come to the final quarter of 2017 I am thankful for what God has done in and through the Central Un- ion Baptist Church. In preparation for a strong finish to this year and as we make plans for 2018 I want to again encourage each and every member to pray.

The power of prayer should never be underestimated because James 5:16 declares, "…The prayer of a right- eous man is powerful and effective." God most definitely listens to prayers, answers prayers, and moves in response to prayers.

Jesus taught, "…I tell you the truth, if you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, 'Move from here to there' and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you" (Matthew 17:20). The Apostle Paul writes in 2 Corinthians 10:4-5, "The weapons we fight with are not the weapons of the world. On the contrary, they have divine power to demolish strongholds. We demolish arguments and every pretension that sets itself up against the knowledge of God, and we take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ."

The power of prayer is not the result of the person praying. Rather, the power resides in the God who is being prayed to … 1 John 5:14-15 tells us, "This is the confidence we have in approaching God: that if we ask any- thing according to his will, he hears us. And if we know that he hears us - whatever we ask - we know that we have what we asked of him."

No matter who is praying, the passion behind the prayer, or the purpose of the prayer - God answers prayers that are in agreement with His will. His answers are not always yes, but are always in our best interest. When our desires line up with His will, we will come to understand that in time … when we pray passionately and purposefully, according to God's will, God responds powerfully!

Please pray that God will send men, women, boys and girls that desire to be saved and want to learn more about Christ and serve Him by serving others.

Now ask Him to begin by using you as a vessel to accomplish His will in the lives of those He places in your path.

Looking forward to finishing 2017 strong in His will and according to His ways.

In His Service, Pastor Dawsey

P A G E 5 Golden Corral Breakfast with Warner Robins, GA Saturday, September 9, 2017 The Shepherd 9 am - 11am

Pastor and Sister Dawsey WE LOVE YOU!

P A G E 6

“STILL CELEBRATING A LEADER” WORTH FOLLOWING

P A G E 7

P A G E 8

OCTOBER 2017

October 2-8 October 9-15 October 16-22 October 23-29 October 30-Nov. 5

Deuteronomy 10:12-22 Deuteronomy 5:22-27 1 Samuel 16:1, 11-13 Luke 17:1-4 Psalm 44:1-8 You Are God’s Choice People Hear God Speak Samuel Anoints David Forgiven Fellow Believers God is Always Faithful M Through Commandments King of Israel Repeatedly

1 Peter 2:1-10 Matthew 5:17-20 1 Chronicles 17:9-15 Psalm 130 Matthew 26:6-13 A Chosen Race, A holy The Law Finds God Will Build the Redeemer of Israel’s Performing a Good T People Fulfillment in Jesus House of David Iniquities Service to Jesus

Isaiah 60:1-7 Matthew 5:21-26 1 Chronicles 22:2-5 Romans 2:1-8 Romans 12:9-18 The Triumphant Anger Leads to Murder Resources to God’s Kindness Leads Serve the Lord W Glory of God Build the Temple to Repentance and One Another

Psalm 135:1-9, 19-21 Matthew 5:27-32 1 Chronicles 22:6-16 Nehemiah 9:1-5 Philemon 8-16 T House of Israel, Lust Leads to David Instructs Israel’s Gathers for Called to Mission Service Praise the Lord Adultery Solomon on the Temple National Confession Luke 9:28-36 Exodus 20:1-12 Psalm 89:1-15 Nehemiah 9:6-25 Numbers 25:1-9 Revealed in a God’s Exclusive Claim Extolling the Majesty God: Creator and Tragic Results of Baal F New Way Of the Lord Covenant Maker of Peor Worship

Exodus 9:9-15 Exodus 20:13-17 1 Samuel 16:19-23 Nehemiah 9:26-31 1 Samuel 2:12-17 Prepare to Meet Guide for Human David Serves Saul God Meets Rebellion Treating Offerings with S Your God Relationships With Steadfast Love Contempt

Exodus 19:16-25 Exodus 20:18-26 2 Samuel 7:1-16 Neh. 9:32-38, 10:28-39 Num. 25:10-13,1Sam. 2:30-36 S Worship God People Hear God’s God’s Covenant with Confession and Covenant Covenant of a Through Obedience Word from Moses David Renewal Perpetual Priesthood

2017 MINISTRY

EVANGELISM—To carry out the “Great Commission” as stated in Matthew 28:19. We will evangelize our community through personal witnessing, Upward Sports, Sunday School, AWANA, and Bible Study.

WORSHIP—To create an atmosphere and to provide opportunities that welcome people and glorify God in accordance with Hebrews 10:25 and John 4:24. We welcome people of all ethnicities, ages, and socio- economic backgrounds, remembering that Jesus instructed us to receive anyone and everyone who desires to come.

DISCIPLESHIP—To provide opportunities for personal growth and spiritual maturity leading to the development of Kingdom Citizens in accordance with 2 Timothy 2:15. We offer systematic discipleship opportunities that strengthen members’ relationship with God and others.

FELLOWSHIP—To provide opportunities for Biblical fellowship, mutual encouragement and love for one another in accordance with John 13:34-35 and Acts 2:42-47. We encourage all members to get involved in the life of the church and community by regularly planning small group and church-wide activities.

MISSIONS (Ministry) - Seeing needs and doing what needs to be done according to Matthew 25:34-40. We will continue to serve the present age by offering and enhancing our: Food Bank, Soup Kitchen, Nursing Home, Prison, Visitation, Tutorial Mentoring, Youth Development, Social Justice, and Economic Development Ministries. P A G E 9 JUST A FEW LAUGHS— OCTOBER 5th IS WORLD TEACHERS DAY These excuse notes are teacher's revenge, having a laugh at pupil's excuses, some were even written by the children themselves. These excuse notes are collected by schools from all over the country.

 My son is under a doctor's care and should runs. not take P.E. today. Please execute him.  Please excuse Eddie for being. It was his  Dear School: Please exscuse Cecil being father's fault. absent on June 28, 29, 30, 31, 32, and also 33..  I kept Billie home because she had to go  Please excuse Marvin from Physical Christmas shopping because I don't know what Education lessons for a few days. Yesterday he size she wears. fell out of a tree and misplaced his hip.  Please excuse Jennifer for missing school  John has been absent because he had two yesterday. We forgot to get the Sunday paper off teeth taken out of his face. the porch, and when we found it Monday, we  Bethan could not come to school today thought it was Sunday. because she has been bothered by very close  Sally won't be in school a week from Friday. veins. We have to attend her funeral.  Chris will not be in school cus he has an acre in his side.  Please excuse Ray from school. He has very loose vowels.  Please excuse Pedro from being absent yesterday. He had (diahre) (dyrea) (direathe) the

WHAT IS A VEGETARIAN?

The Vegetarian Society defines a processing aids created from these. dairy products. vegetarian as follows:  Vegans do not eat dairy products, "A vegetarian is someone who lives * Shellfish are typically ‘a sea animal eggs, or any other products which are derived from animals. on a diet of grains, pulses, legumes, covered with a shell’. We take shellfish Some people may be vegetarian for nuts, seeds, vegetables, fruits, fungi, to mean; algae, yeast and/or some other non- religious reasons. Jains, for example, animal-based foods (e.g. salt) with, or  Crustaceans (hard external shell) are either lacto-vegetarian or vegan, without, dairy products, honey and/or e.g. lobsters, crayfish, crabs, while some Hindus and Buddhists may eggs. A vegetarian does not eat foods prawns, shrimps choose to practice a vegetarian diet. that consist of, or have been produced  Mollusks (most are protected by a Eggs: Many lacto-ovo vegetarians will with the aid of products consisting of shell) e.g. mussels, oysters, winkles, limpets, clams, etc. Also only eat free-range eggs. This is or created from, any part of the body includes cephalopods such as because of welfare objections to the of a living or dead animal. This cuttlefish, squid, octopus. intensive farming of hens. Through its includes meat, poultry, fish, ** By-products of slaughter includes Vegetarian Society Approved shellfish*, insects, by-products of gelatine, isinglass and animal rennet. trademark scheme, the Vegetarian slaughter** or any food made with There are different types of vegetarians: Society will only license its trademark to products containing free-range eggs  Lacto-ovo-vegetarians eat both dairy products and eggs; this is the where eggs are used. most common type of vegetarian diet.  Lacto-vegetarians eat dairy products but avoid eggs.  Ovo-vegetarian. Eats eggs but not P A G E 10 S L N M U T U A I Y X P J A R S P P D J Y W U P W WORD BANK I V B G B Z U K F P R K T N V C B I C F C C F R S Y C P B D G M B A F J C A Z C P X P N N I H X J J ACORN S Z U Q G A S P I Z Q R I X T U K E U T I C P L Z APPLE CIDER L K F P P V P K J D D N A Z C R P O Y G A M R Z V ARTS AND CRAFTS L S R I Y Q P P M W S I Y X B Y X X I D K N E D B AUTUMN X T Y F B L N N L J S H X F Y S F K I K Q D T P E COTTON CANDY A F A L L I N G L E A V E S A E B W M B X B A O I FALL F A H U U W H B B M C A C H E L A Q Y S H T E C E FALLING LEAVES V R W Q F I O E Y Z A I M E H P L O E A Z Y W P K FOOTBALL FUNNEL CAKE I C A I R A M A T N A S D K G A G I S L I N S O A HAYRIDES T D W Q O O E D C N T U B E E M R Y M Y W I Q E C HOMECOMING X N N A M U C X X A H L R S R E I D E Q B T Q X L MAPLE SYRUP U A P T R H O T E X B V A L S S I F O J I D K T E NINA K S A M F S M O O D Z S Q D T V K Z X B J O Q L N OCTOBER T T N D K L I I X B X G L E W K A D A N B Z Q J N PINTA L R F J K I N O G Q E R L K G U W Z N L C M F F U PUMPKIN PATCH S A X Z V U G G F F O R A A Y H J L I T D H U J F RAKE V N L S O W G H M W Y Q B R I P O V N J H E U W Q SANTA MARIA G C R U Z F E M S Q G B T G I L C O W D L Z H B Z SWEATER R U N O A E K C A F P O O P I N T V K I V N R E Z WORLD SERIES E G V S C V M D U B Y N O K B I X F Y O P Q I G Z M Q C E V A R I X O V M F E C O T T O N C A N D Y R F V H P U M P K I N P A T C H M B L I W U O K K E Y D Z V P B E E Q Q H A Y R I D E S T D F Z X L

P A G E 11 PROFESSIONAL A GLANCE AT NOVEMBER DEVELOPMENT 5 — Daylight Savings Time 7 — Election Day Rebecca Mungin Editor 11 — Veterans Day 23 — Thanksgiving Joselyn Miller-Jackson Layout

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