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CHBC Weekly for August 12, 2022

The Mission of CHBC – Extending the Gospel

CHBC exists for the glory of God to live by the Great Commandment (Matt. 22:36-40) and to fulfill the Great Commission (Matt. 28:18-20). Jesus gave a clear statement of purpose to the church. Part of that purpose is to let the whole world know that Jesus Christ is Lord, and that by placing faith alone in Christ they can be saved from the sure and eternal punishment for sin. We cannot ignore that purpose locally as we meet for Sunday School and worship, as we go to our daily tasks, nor as we think about how to engage the broader world.

Promotion Sunday – August 14 – 9 AM

Promotion Sunday marks the beginning of a new year of Sunday School and Adult Bible Study. Preschoolers, Children, and Youth go to classes that correspond to their new school grade. This is a great Sunday to invite friends who do not regularly attend church, and it is great way to start the habit of Sunday morning attendance in Sunday School. Make promotion day a priority on your weekend calendar. Go to bed on time Saturday night, with clothes set out, Bible laid by the door, and a quick breakfast plan for the next morning.

Lord’s Supper – August 14 – 10:15 AM Worship

Both the Spanish-speaking and English-speaking worship services will be having the Lord’s Supper this Sunday morning. CHBC participates in the Lord’s Supper 6 times each year. All professing believers who have been baptized by immersion are invited to participate with us in commemorating our Savior’s death, burial, and resurrection, while we await His return.

Special Called Members’ Meeting – August 14 at 11:30 AM

Immediately following the morning worship service CHBC will have a special called Members’ Meeting in order to consider endorsement for a member who intends to pursue his doctoral degree from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary.

Sunday School Leadership Rally/No Ekklesia (evening worship) – August 14

The Sunday School Leaders Rally will occur from 4-6 PM in the Choir Suite off the main hall. Our special guest will be Dr. Joe Sherrer. He will share a vision for Sunday School with our entire Sunday School Leadership Team, and then will lead the Adult Breakout Session. If you have any responsibility in the Sunday School of CHBC you are strongly encouraged to attend our 2022-2023 Sunday School Kickoff Rally.

AWANA Kick-Off – August 17 @ 6PM

AWANA is an exciting ministry to children that occurs every Wednesday during school terms. Children from 2 years of age and up are engaged in learning God’s Word in an environment that includes Bible knowledge, Scripture memory, missions, and play. Friends are not only welcome, but usually cannot wait to return. Enroll your child(ren) this Wednesday night at the CHBC Activity Center.

EXPLORE CHBC – August 14, & 21 @ 9 AM

Membership in the local church is not attendance without accountability, but commitment with responsibility. Membership matters, and we want to help all members of CHBC to find their way into meaningful community at CHBC. Our Explore CHBC course is designed to explain the importance of membership, introduce you to the history and vision of CHBC, and connect you to ways to love and be loved by the body of Christ at CHBC. This is week two of our three-week course taught by our Senior Pastor and meets in the church conference room. You may join in with us even if you missed week 1. No pre-registration is necessary. Any guest is welcome to attend.

Other Upcoming Activities

August 7, 14, & 21 – Explore CHBC – New Member Class (9 AM)

August 14 – Promotion Sunday – Preschool, Children, and Students (9 AM)

August 14 – Sunday School Leadership Rally (4-6 PM)

August 21 – Sunday Members’ Meeting (following Ekklesia)

August 28 – Little River Park Cookout & Outreach (5-7 PM)

September 4 – Labor Day Picnic (5 PM)

Scripture of the Month

Hebrews 4:16, “Therefore let us draw near with confidence to the throne of grace, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need.” Each week CHBC says aloud a passage of Scripture during our morning worship gathering. This is done for two reasons. First, we are commanded in Scripture to encourage one another with the Word of God. Second, we want to emphasize the spiritual discipline of Scripture memory. Receive a text to your phone with this verse set to music by texting the word “CHBCVERSE” to the number (302) 207-SONG (7664).

Prayer

Pray for one another to rejoice in the richness of the word of God over and above the riches of this world.

Psalm 119:14

“I have rejoiced in the way of Your testimonies, as much as in all riches.”

Mark D. DeMoss, Senior Pastor

     Capitol Hill Baptist Church

     Equipping…Exalting…Extending

            For the Glory of God

CHBC Weekly for August 5, 2022

The Mission of CHBC – Exalting Christ

We should not think of this part of our mission statement as a word about singing. We do exalt Christ when we sing songs of praise or hymns reflecting biblical truth, but public gathered worship is more than singing, and exalting Christ is more than our public gathering. We also exalt Christ as we pursue personal, practical holiness. The Bible says in John 14:15, ““If you love Me, you will keep My commandments.”

AWANA Training – August 10 @ 6PM

If you are a church member who would like to serve in ministry through AWANA please attend the AWANA Training and Leadership Kick-off next Wednesday night in the Worship Center. If you are already serving in this ministry, then you must attend this meeting in order to be prepared for the start of a new year for AWANA. “The mission of AWANA is to equip leaders to reach kids with the gospel and engage them in lifelong discipleship.” (AWANA International website).

CAMP BIG Enough – August 7 @ 8:45 AM

CHBC preschoolers who will be turning 4 years of age are introduced to what it is like to attend Big Church. Our preschool ministry prepares moms and dads with resources and tools to navigate this big change in the life of your child. This is a step worth celebrating, and we are excited to help with this transition. Camp Big Enough is Sunday, August 7 at    8:45 AM.

EXPLORE CHBC – August 7, 14, & 21 @ 9 AM

Membership in the local church is not attendance without accountability, but commitment with responsibility. Membership matters, and we want to help all members of CHBC to find their way into meaningful community at CHBC. Our Explore CHBC course is designed to explain the importance of membership, introduce you to the history and vision of CHBC, and connect you to ways to love and be loved by the body of Christ at CHBC. This is a three-week course taught by our Senior Pastor and meets in the church conference room. No pre-registration is necessary. Any guest is welcome to attend.

120^th Anniversary – August 7, 2022

The Missionary Baptist Church of Capitol Hill was constituted on the second Sunday of August in 1902. That church became known as Capitol Hill Baptist Church. We will mark our 120^th Anniversary as an organized, local body of believers on August 7^th. The day will include a regular morning schedule. Special displays will be in the hallways to be seen before Sunday School, before Worship, and following Worship. We will have some moments during the morning worship service to mark this special occasion. We will also be serving a catered lunch following the service. You can purchase a ticket for the lunch at a cost of $5 per person and $20 for a family maximum for you and children living in your home. You may purchase tickets in the Foyer or online.

Other Upcoming Activities

August 7 – 120^th Anniversary Service and Lunch

August 7 – Camp Big Enough (4-year-old orientation to “Big Church”) (8:45 AM)

August 7, 14, & 21 – Explore CHBC – New Member Class (9 AM)

August 14 – Promotion Sunday – Preschool, Children, and Students (9 AM)

August 14 – Sunday School Leadership Rally (4-6 PM)

September 4 – Labor Day Picnic (5 PM)

Scripture of the Month

Hebrews 4:16, “Therefore let us draw near with confidence to the throne of grace, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need.” Each week CHBC says aloud a passage of Scripture during our morning worship gathering. This is done for two reasons. First, we are commanded in Scripture to encourage one another with the Word of God. Second, we want to emphasize the spiritual discipline of Scripture memory. Receive a text to your phone with this verse set to music by texting the word “CHBCVERSE” to the number (302) 207-SONG (7664).

Prayer

Prayer begins with praise to God who hears and answers prayer. Adore the One who hears us and speaks mighty things.

Jeremiah 33:2-3

“Thus says the Lord who made the earth, the Lord who formed it to establish it, the Lord is His name, ‘Call to Me and I will answer you, and I will tell you great and mighty things, which you do not know.’”

Mark D. DeMoss, Senior Pastor

     Capitol Hill Baptist Church

     Equipping…Exalting…Extending

            For the Glory of God