Jan. 2026
January 2026 Newsletter
Greetings church family and friends! I trust that you experienced a blessed Christmas season as you remembered that "Jesus" is the reason for the season.
As we embank upon a New Year, I am reminded of how much we must "Go" beyond the church walls! My thanks to those who were able to go Christmas Caroling with us! As we encountered people, some would join in and sing with us while others acted as though they had never heard the song. I was vividly reminded that we live in a world filled with many people who do not know Jesus. As believers it is our responsibility to get the "Gospel" message to them. Romans 10:14 reminds us "And how shall they believe in him of whom they have not heard? and how shall hear without a preacher?" We must all "preach" or share the gospel with those who have not heard and have not believed. It is my prayer that we will make it a priority to share God's Love and forgiveness with others.
Many of you know that I am an avid reader! While I am not enrolled in a university or a seminary I feel that I am a student learning of God and His purpose for my life. I am currently reading a book by Jeff Iorg, "The Character of Leadership" - Nine Qualities that Define Great Leaders!" Dr. Iorg lists the following nine traits as key components for an effective leader: (1) Integrity, (2) Humility, (3) Discipline, (4) Security, (5) Servanthood, (6) Courage, (7) Purity, (8) Wisdom, (9) Passion. As we lead in the New Year may these qualities be found in our lives!
The New Year is also a great time to commit to spend more time in God's Word. If you need a Bible reading plan just give me a call and I will be glad to share one with you!
I am confident that the new year will bring many challenges but also many blessings! May our problems lead to progress and may our challenges lead to charity (love) and may our tribulations give us a testimony!
This May, New Bethlehem Baptist Church will celebrate 175 years of being a light in this community. It promises to be an exciting time and I am thankful that I get to share it with you!
Sincerely in His Service,
Bro. John
Announcements
January 4th at 4 p.m. we will have a regular monthly Deacon's Meeting.
Starting in January, Scott Fields will be teaching a class on Apologetics during the Discipleship Training time at 5 p.m. Everyone is invited!
Operation Christmas Child items for January will be hats and gloves.
Don't forget about your recipes for the new cookbook. Please leave them on the table in the back.
Greetings church family and friends! I trust that you experienced a blessed Christmas season as you remembered that "Jesus" is the reason for the season.
As we embank upon a New Year, I am reminded of how much we must "Go" beyond the church walls! My thanks to those who were able to go Christmas Caroling with us! As we encountered people, some would join in and sing with us while others acted as though they had never heard the song. I was vividly reminded that we live in a world filled with many people who do not know Jesus. As believers it is our responsibility to get the "Gospel" message to them. Romans 10:14 reminds us "And how shall they believe in him of whom they have not heard? and how shall hear without a preacher?" We must all "preach" or share the gospel with those who have not heard and have not believed. It is my prayer that we will make it a priority to share God's Love and forgiveness with others.
Many of you know that I am an avid reader! While I am not enrolled in a university or a seminary I feel that I am a student learning of God and His purpose for my life. I am currently reading a book by Jeff Iorg, "The Character of Leadership" - Nine Qualities that Define Great Leaders!" Dr. Iorg lists the following nine traits as key components for an effective leader: (1) Integrity, (2) Humility, (3) Discipline, (4) Security, (5) Servanthood, (6) Courage, (7) Purity, (8) Wisdom, (9) Passion. As we lead in the New Year may these qualities be found in our lives!
The New Year is also a great time to commit to spend more time in God's Word. If you need a Bible reading plan just give me a call and I will be glad to share one with you!
I am confident that the new year will bring many challenges but also many blessings! May our problems lead to progress and may our challenges lead to charity (love) and may our tribulations give us a testimony!
This May, New Bethlehem Baptist Church will celebrate 175 years of being a light in this community. It promises to be an exciting time and I am thankful that I get to share it with you!
Sincerely in His Service,
Bro. John
Announcements
January 4th at 4 p.m. we will have a regular monthly Deacon's Meeting.
Starting in January, Scott Fields will be teaching a class on Apologetics during the Discipleship Training time at 5 p.m. Everyone is invited!
Operation Christmas Child items for January will be hats and gloves.
Don't forget about your recipes for the new cookbook. Please leave them on the table in the back.
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