Announcements, April 28, 2024
Sunday morning’s message is titled “How Do I Live While I Am Waiting?” and is based on Ezra chapter 7. Sunday evening we will continue studying the book of Jude.
Thursday, May 2 is World Day of Prayer! Our church doors will be unlocked from 5:30 AM to around 8:00 PM. You are encouraged to come and pray at the altar. There will be lists of suggested prayer requests. Come take advantage of this privilege we have.
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Our ladies have two opportunities to enjoy time with each other this week! Thursday, May 2 at 6:30 PM is Ladies Night Out. Come for fun, food and fellowship!
Saturday, May 4 at 10:30 AM The ladies of the church are invited to a brunch to celebrate Renlee Cooper. Contact Lori for more information.
Sunday May 5 , Richard Nations will be our Guest Speaker while Pastor Joe is on vacation.
Announcements, April 21, 2024
This Sunday at 10:30 AM Pastor Joe will continue his Ezra Series with a message titled “How Does God’s Character Change Tuesday’s Worries?”. This message is based on Ezra chapters 5 & 6. Sunday evening at 6:00 PM we will continue the study of the book of Jude. Come join us!
Remember, each Wednesday at 6:30 PM we have Bible Study and Prayer. We are currently studying the Book of Daniel.
Saturday, April 27 at 9:00 AM Come enjoy the fellowship as you help with some chores around the church.
Announcements, April 14, 2024
Ezra is the story of God's people returning, rebuilding, and renewing. Join us as we learn that God doesn't give up on his people or his promises.
This week, Pastor Joe’s message, based on Ezra chapters 3 - 4, is titled “Where Did All These Challenges Come From”. Come join us at 10:30 AM. At 6:00 PM we will continue the study of the Book of Jude.
Dig Deeper into the Bible!
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Thursday, April 18 at 6:30 PM, the Ladies Bible Study group will study the last part of the book of Esther.
To conclude our Esther Bible Study series, we will have an “Esther Banquet” and watch the Esther movie, straight from the Sight and Sound Theatre in Branson. It will be on Thursday, April 25, at 6:30 PM. If you attended the Bible Study class thus far and plan to attend the banquet, please let Rhonda know.
Help Support Westfair Christian Academy and enjoy a great meal!
Dates are set! This year VBS will be held from July 15 through 19 from 9 - 11 AM.
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Lead up activities will be held the three preceding Tuesdays from 11 - 12 noon in the park.
Easter Sunday Worship Announcements, March 31, 2024
Join us as we celebrate! During the Sunrise Service at 6:30 AM, Pastor Joe will base his message on C. H. Spurgeon’s “The Stone Rolled Away” with Matthew 28:2 being the scripture text.
You are invited to stay for breakfast following the service!
Our Easter Worship Service will begin at 10:30 AM with Pastor Joe’s message being titled “Why Should I Follow Jesus from the Tomb?” based on Mark 16: 1 - 8
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Coming Up this Week!
Monday, April 1 at 7:00 PM ~ Deacon’s Meeting
Wednesday, April 3 at 6:30 PM ~ Wednesday Meal & Quarterly Business Meeting
Thursday, April 4 at 6:30 PM ~ Ladies Night Out
Beginning Next Sunday! Ezra is the story of God's people returning, rebuilding, and renewing. Join us as we learn that God doesn't give up on his people or his promises.
Announcements, March 24, 2024, Palm Sunday
This Sunday at 10:30 AM, Pastor Joe will complete the “Three Days, Easter in the Book of Mark” series with a message titled “What Did Jesus’ Death Change?”. His message is based on Mark 15: 21 - 47. Sunday evening at 6:00 PM we will begin studying the Book of Jude. We hope you can join us for both services.
The Bible Study of Esther for Ladies will continue at 6:30 PM on Thursday, March 28.
Coming up in April!
Monday, April 1 at 7:00 PM Deacon’s Meeting
Wednesday, April 3 at 6:30 PM Wednesday Meal & Quarterly Business Meeting
Thursday, April 4 at 6:30 PM Ladies Night Out
Announcements, March 17, 2024
This week, Pastor Joe continues his Easter series with a message titled “Who or What Do I Really Worship at Easter?” taken from Mark 15: 1 - 20. We hope you can join us each Sunday at 10:30 AM. Sunday evening at 6:00 PM we will continue our study of 3 John. Wednesday evenings during Bible Study we are working our way through the Book of Romans. We start at 6:30 PM on Wednesdays.
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Thursday evening will be busy this week! We will start the evening at 5:00 PM filling eggs for the Easter Egg Hunt coming up on Saturday morning. Remember, “many hands make light work”! At 6:30 PM the ladies will continue their study of the Book of Easter. Ladies can join in at any time.
We still need volunteers for all categories of the Egg Hunt. Come join the fun!!
Announcements, March 10, 2024
The Bible spends more space on the week Jesus died that any year before. This March, we are going to slow down to see why. We are going to pay attention to what happens on Thursday, Friday, and Sunday in the Gospel of Mark. We need to know why that week matters so much.
This week Pastor Joe’s message is titled “How Does Thursday Help Me Face My Worries?” and is based on Mark 14: 12 - 25.
References for the Easter in the Book of Mark Series
3/10 Mark 14: 12 - 25
3/17 Mark 15: 1 - 20
3/24 Mark 15: 21 - 47
3/31 Mark 16: 1 - 8
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All ladies are invited us to join in the study of the book of Esther on Thursday, March 14 at 6:30 PM Rhonda’s request - “Please read Ezra, chapters 6 & 7 as well as Esther, chapter 3 before Thursday, if possible.”
Remember the Egg Hunt on March 30 in the Manchester Community Park. The fun begins at 10:00 AM with free Snacks, Crafts and a Photobooth. The Egg Hunt begins at 11:00 AM
Announcements, March 3, 2024
This Sunday will be the final message in Pastor Joe’s series, “Galatians, Only One Gospel”. The message is titled, “What Can You Depend On?” and is based on Galatians 6: 11 - 18. At 6:00 PM we will continue studying John’s messages as we start the study of 3 John. Hope you can join us for one or both services!
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Thanks to you, we donated over $660.00 to the PRC Baby Bottle Campaign. Great Job!!
There are lots of things happening this month at MBC!
Monday, March 4 at 7:00 PM is Deacons Meeting.
Thursday, March 7 at 6:30 PM will be Ladies Night Out. The Esther Bible Study will be held on the other Thursday nights this month.
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On Sunday, March 10, Pastor Joe will begin a new series leading up to Easter. Come join us!
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Monday, March 11, Free Lunch Monday at Winchester High School We need more cookies and brownies, please!
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Announcements, February 25, 2024
Thank you for your donations to the Baby Bottle Campaign to benefit the Pregnancy Resource Center. If you haven’t returned your bottles, please do so as soon as possible.
Galatians: Only One Gospel! This Sunday morning at 10:30 AM Pastor Joe will base his message, titled “How Do I Live as Part of God’s Family?”, on Galatians 6: 1 - 10. Sunday evening we will continue the study of 2 John.
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Thursday, February 22 at 6:30 PM will be the first meeting of the Ladies Bible Study on Esther. Come join us each Thursday for a few weeks as we dig deep into the life of this strong, Godly lady.
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Saturday, March 2 at 6:00 PM Soup/Sandwich/Movie night. Please bring things like chips, dip, popcorn, or desserts. The committee is providing soup, sandwiches and crackers.
Announcements, February 18, 2024
This Sunday, Pastor joe’s message is titled “How Do I Live Under Grace?”. His scripture reference is Galatians 5: 13 - 26. Sunday evening we will continue the study of 2 John.
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The Baby Bottle Campaign to benefit the Pregnancy Resource Center ends next Sunday. Please returned your filled bottles by then. We thank you for being so generous!
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On Thursday, February 22 at 6:30 PM we will begin a Ladies Bible Study on Esther. Bring your Bible and a note pad as we learn more about this important Lady in the Bible.
More info soon! Can you help?
Announcements, February 11, 2024
“What threatens every church, every generation, every home, and every Christian? What tries to distort, trouble, and distract you? Join us this winter as we study Galatians and find that there is only one gospel that saves, protects, empowers, and changes us.”
This Sunday morning, Pastor Joe’s message is titled “Am I Following the Right Directions?” based on Galatians 5: 1 - 12. Join us at 10:30 AM.
Sunday Evening at 6:00 PM we will continue the study of 2 John.
Have you picked up a Baby Bottle to fill with cash or checks for the benefit of the Pregnancy Resource Center? This is one of their major fund raisers each year. The campaign ends February 25.
Beginning Thursday, February 22, Rhonda Wahl will be leading a Ladies Bible Study on Esther. She will have more details soon. Be praying about your participation. We will meet each Thursday at 6:30 PM.
The Activity Committee is planning a Soup/Sandwich/Movie night for March 2 starting at 6:00 PM. Please bring things like chips, dip, popcorn, or desserts. The committee is providing soup, sandwiches and crackers.
Announcements January 21, 2024
Announcements for January 14 apply since we had to cancel church last week. Scripture reference for this week is Galatians 1:11 - 2:21. We hope to see you this Sunday but please stay safe.
Here are the updated Scripture References for the Galatians Series. January 28 – Galatians 3 / February 4 – Galatians 4 / February 11 – Galatians 5:1 - 12 / February 18 – Galatians 5:13 - 26 / February 25 – Galatians 6:1 - 10 / March 3 – Galatians 6:11 - 18
We could use some help serving the kids at Winchester on Monday, January 22. You can meet at the church or go directly to the first Baptist Church in Winchester.
Cookies are also needed. If you could donate two dozen cookies or brownies, (individually bagged) it would be appreciated. Bring them to MBC Sunday, please. We usually serve over 100 students!
The Pregnancy Resource Center Baby Bottle Campaign is going on now. The money goes for 1) material for the HOPE Mentor Program, 2) Further education for all Clients, and 3) Impacting Families for lifelong change. Pick up your bottle at the church, fill it with change bills or checks and return it by February 25.
Special Announcement!!
Due to the extreme weather, Manchester Baptist Church is canceling all services for tomorrow, January 14!
Please contact friends that may not see this and stay safe. Remember, you can find a link to earlier messages on YouTube or as a podcast on this website, on the Resource page.
Announcements, January 14, 2024
This Sunday at 10:30 AM, Pastor Joe continues his Galatians Series with a message titled “What Do I Do with God’s One Gospel?”. His message is based on Galatians 1: 11 - 2: 21.
Some have expressed an interest in having the scripture reference for each week’s message. Here is a list for the Galatians Series.
January 7 – Galatians 1:1 - 10 / January 14 – Galatians 1:11 - 2:21 / January 21 – Galatians 3 / January 28 – Galatians 4 / February 4 – Galatians 5:1 - 12 / February 11 – Galatians 5:13 - 26 / February 18 – Galatians 6:1 - 10 / February 25 – Galatians 6:11 - 18
The Pregnancy Resource Center Baby Bottle Campaign starts next week. Pick up your bottle at the church starting next week!
We will be serving Free Lunch Monday for the students at Winchester High School on January 22. Contact the church if you would like to get involved in this ministry!
Announcements, January 7, 2024
What threatens every church, every generation, every home, and every Christian? What tries to distort, trouble, and distract you? Join us this winter as we study Galatians and find that there is only one gospel that saves, protects, empowers, and changes us.
Pastor Joe’s first message in the Galatians series is titled “What Wins God’s Approval?” based on Galatians 1: 1-10. We invite you to join us at 10:30 AM for Morning Worship and at 6:00 PM when we will be continuing our study of 1 John.
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We want to recognize and thank Neal Cooper for his many years of service as the church treasurer. Job Well Done!!
January 22 is our next turn to provide Free Lunch Monday for the students at Winchester High School.
They are in need of a few more helpers. See the Campbells, the Bentons, or the Blakeys if you are interested.
Announcements, December 31, 2023
Pastor Joe will be completing his “Immanuel: God with Manchester” series of messages today, using Matthew 28: 16 - 20 as his scripture reference. Next week he will start a new series titled, “Galatians: Only One Gospel”
Wednesday, January 3 at 6:30 PM Wednesday Meal Potluck followed at 7:30PM by our Annual Business Meeting. Annual reports will be given and we will vote on the new slate of Officers, Teachers, and Committees. Please attend! This is your opportunity to have a part in planning what is going on in your church.
Join us on Thursday, January 4 at 6:30 PM for food, fun and fellowship for all ladies.
Announcements, December 24, 2023
We hope you can join us on Christmas Eve Day! We will have Sunday School at 9:30 AM and Christmas Worship Service at 10:30 AM! Pastor Joe’s message, “When Do-It-Yourself Doesn’t Work at Christmas” is based on Matthew 1: 15 - 25.
Sunday evening at 6:00 PM will be our Candlelight Christmas Eve Service. Come celebrate the birth of Christ with us!
2024 Bible Reading Plans are available on the table in the Fellowship Hall! Contact the church if you would like a copy and are unable to pick one up.
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On Sunday, December 31 we will have Sunday School at 9:30 AM and Worship Service at 10:30 AM as usual. There will be no Evening Worship Service HAPPY NEW YEAR!
To start the New Year off right we will have our Annual Business meeting on January 3, 2024. We will start at 6:30 PM with a Potluck Fellowship Meal. The Business Meeting will begin at 7:30 PM. Annual reports will be given and we will vote on the new slate of Officers, Teachers and Committees. All members are encouraged to take part!
Thursday, January 4 at 6:30 PM Ladies Night Out Food, fun and fellowship for all ladies.
Have a question? You may contact us in the following ways: Mail: P.O. Box 137, Manchester, IL 62663 Email: manchesterbaptistchurch@yahoo.com
Check out past sermons on: YouTube: Manchester Baptist Church Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ManchesterBaptistChurchIL Website: www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com Many of Pastor Joe’s sermons are also available on podcasts.
Announcements, December 17, 2023
Join us Sunday Morning at 10:30 AM for Pastor Joe’s message, “How Does Christmas Drive Out Fear?” based on Isaiah 35.
Sunday Evening at 6:00 PM we invite you to tell us your favorite Christmas stories and enjoy singing some Christmas songs. Hope to see you here!
Monday, December 18 at 3:15 PM We will pass out Goodie Bags at the School Bus Stop. Come Join Us!
Sunday, December 24 Sunday School at 9:30 AM and Worship Service at 10:30 AM as usual. Candlelight Christmas Eve Service at 6:00 PM
Sunday, December 31
Sunday School at 9:30 AM and
Worship Service at 10:30 AM as usual.
There will be no Evening Worship Service.
HAPPY NEW YEAR!
Announcements, December 10, 2023
Pastor Joe’s sermon text this week is 1 Kings 8. His message is titled “When am I Allowed to be Near God?” Join us at 10:30 AM for this message! Sunday Evening we will continue the study of 1 John at 6:00 PM
Tuesday, December 12 at 6:00 PM The Builders Class will meet at the church to go to the Brass Door in Carrollton for supper.
Sunday, December 17 at 6:00 PM Christmas Stories and Songs
Monday, December 18 at 3:15 PM We will pass out Goodie Bags at the Bus Stop Come Join Us!
Sunday, December 24 Sunday School at 9:30 AM and Worship Service at 10:30 AM as usual. Candlelight Christmas Eve Service at 6:00 PM
Announcements, December 3, 2023
This mornings message based on Exodus 19 is titled “What Do I Need to be Near God?” Come join us as we celebrate this Christmas Season!
Welcome Team Members Are Needed!
If you are interested, meet in front of the sanctuary following this morning’s service.
Deacons will hold their monthly meeting, Monday, December 4 at 7:00 PM.
Thursday, December 7 at 6:30 PM
Come enjoy our White Elephant Gift Exchange! Supper provided! Bring your favorite Christmas Dessert or Snack to share.
