Announcements, June 16, 2024
This summer we return to the Psalms together. The Psalms are unlike much of the rest of the Bible. It's not stories to learn from, statements to believe, or lessons to apply. The Psalms invite us to sing, to bring our hopes and griefs, and get caught up in what God is doing. Join us!
This Sunday morning’s message is based on Psalm 28 and is titled “How Do I Respond in Wicked Times?”
“Fun in the Park” Coming Soon!! Games and Refreshments from 10 am - 12 noon. Tuesday, June 25 - Treasure Hunt Tuesday, July 2 - Chalk Drawing Contest Tuesday, July 9 - Bounce house
Sunday evening, June 30 at 6:00 PM will be a special time of prayer with an ice cream social following the service.
July 15 - 19 from 9 - 11 AM VBS for kids ages preschool through 6th grade.
Sunday evening July 21 at 6 PM will be a VBS wrap up program instead of evening service.
Announcements, June 9, 2024
Sunday Morning at 10:30, Pastor Joe will continue the “Dear Philemon” series with a message titled “What Motivates Joyful Obedience?” based on Philemon verses 8 - 25. Sunday evening at 6:00 we will start a new series of study titled “The Cross Has Spoken” Please join us.
Remember you can find past messages on our website, YouTube, Facebook or as a podcast.
This Month at MBC!
Thanks for the donations to Operation Christmas Child last month. Keep up the good work! If you didn’t get the flier in last week’s bulletin, there are more on the back counter. This month we are collecting things like quality toys, tools and music makers.
Prep work is underway for VBS. We still could use some helpers. Please sign up!
As a prelude to VBS we will have “Fun in the Park” each Tuesday, June 25, July 2 and July 9. We will have Games and Refreshments available from 10 - 12 noon.
July 15 - 19 from 9 - 11 AM will be VBS for kids ages preschool through 6th grade.
Sunday evening, July 21 at 6:00 PM will be a VBS wrap up program instead of evening service.
Sunday, June 30 will be a special prayer evening with an ice cream social following the service.
Announcements, June 2, 2024
Philemon is not simply a letter about what one man 2000 years ago should do with his slave who wronged him. It is a letter about how every Christian should apply the gospel to our lives and relationships. Join us as we answer the question "What should I do with the grace of God?"
Today’s message titled “How Does Christ Change My Relationships?” is taken from Philemon verses 1 - 7. Join us at 10:30 AM.
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Luke 24: 25 Then Jesus said to them, “You foolish people! You find it so hard to believe all that the profits wrote in scriptures.”
Jacob and Makenzie Goble: The newest missionaries that we support are planting a church in Lebanon, IL, the home of McKendree University. They have been there for three years and are making headway in an area that had no evangelistic churches in the area. In April they purchased a building that will soon be their church meeting place.
Monday June 2 at 7:00 PM Deacons Meeting
The Ladies Night Out group will not meet again until September!
Saturday, June 8 from 2 - 4 PM Open House Retirement Celebration Honoring Rhonda Wahl in the Fellowship Hall. You are invited!
COME JOIN US!
FUN IN THE MANCHESTER COMMUNITY PARK
Preschool through 6th grade.
Tuesday June 25th - Treasure Hunt Tuesday July 2nd - Chalk Drawing Contest Tuesday July 9th - Surprise Fun
Free Games & refreshments from 10:00-12:00. Bring a friend!!
July 15 - 19 from 9 - 11 AM
Classes for ages Preschool through 6th grade.
Crafts, recreation, music, Bible stories and snacks.
EVERYTHING IS FREE! EVERYONE IS WELCOME!
Announcements, May 12, 2024 Happy Mother’s Day
This Sunday Morning at 10:30 AM, Pastor Joe will use Ezra chapter 8 as the basis for his message titled “How Can I Know I Am on the Right Track?” There will be no Sunday Evening Service.
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Starting on Sunday evening May 19, we will spend one evening each month concentrating more on prayer. Following this month’s service we will have a banana split social in the Fellowship Hall. Don’t miss it!
May 27 at 10:00 AM Memorial Day Service at the Cemetery
June 1 from 5 - 7 PM Pork Chop Supper to benefit the Manchester Cemetery
Announcements, May 5, 2024
Today We Welcome Richard Nations! Richard is the Association Mission Strategist for the Sandy Creek Baptist Association.
This morning, Richard’s message titled “Let’s Go fishing” is taken from Luke 5: 1 - 11. This evening he will bring a message from Daniel 1 titled “Remain Faithful in Times of Adversity”. We hope you can join us!
Starting on Sunday evening May 19, we will spend one evening each month concentrating more on prayer. Following the service we will have a banana split social in the Fellowship Hall. Don’t miss it!
Save the Dates Memorial Day Service in Manchester Cemetery at 10:00 AM on May 27 Pork Chop Supper to benefit the Cemetery Association, June 1 from 5 - 7 PM in the Manchester Community Park.
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.