TIBITHA CHURCH OF GOD NEWSLETTER October-November 2016

The Farm Hands Quartet, from Nashville, Tennessee, will be at Tibitha Church of God on Sunday evening, October 16th

at 6:00 p.m.  for a free concert.  A love offering will be received.  With over 40 national awards and nominations, the Farm Hands are one of the most exciting and in demand bluegrass groups in America.  They tour over 150 dates each year.  This talented Christian foursome features veterans of the world famous Grand Ole Opry, Grammy award winners, hit songwriters, and celebrated instrumentalists.  They have been named the 2016 Bluegrass Gospel Group of the Year.  Please invite your friends to the awesome concert!  

Homecoming 2016  November 13, 2016 This year's Homecoming will celebrate the 120 years of ministry Tibitha has had in this community.  Special events include guest preacher, Rev. Bobby Dunn, a former pastor here at Tibitha, and special musicians, The Master's Hand Quartet, from Smithfield, Virginia.  An afternoon concert will take place at 1:30. Of course, no Homecoming would be complete without having "dinner on the grounds!"  Make plans to be a part of this

special day in the life of the church.

Letter from the Pastor

Greetings to my Brothers and Sisters in Christ at Tibitha Church of God. It is with joy that I ponder the few months I have had to fellowship with the Saints in the Northern Neck. I've had the opportunity to learn a little of the history behind the fishing industry and historical buildings, as well as a little of the history of Tibitha itself (on your website!). It gives me pause to consider that the history of Tibitha overlaps the history of the United States of America by about half--120 years! While our American forefathers fought to secure freedom from the English, Tibitha has fought a spiritual battle by proclaiming the Gospel of Peace, and by winning and discipline souls for the Kingdom of God. That battle is not over until our King returns, so hold fast to your first love, and continue to serve until He comes.

This year was a milestone for my wife, Racheal, and myself. We saw the last of our four children, Linda (#3), get married and leave home to start life with her husband in South Carolina. We learned, from Teresa (#4) we are going to be grandparents in January. Our oldest child, Emily (#1), completed her studies at Georgetown University in DC to become a Nurse Practitioner. And finally, my son, Brian David (#2), a businessman in St. Petersburg, Florida, weathered his first tropical storm that came through the area. God was merciful, and no property damage was sustained.

Racheal and I were married in 1982, and long before then we had served in our separate churches. After we were married, we continued to serve the Lord wherever we were needed. And now we are so thankful that the Lord has seen fit to privilege us to serve at Tibitha for a season. 

May we all recognize that serving the LORD God, in whatever capacity he uses us, is a great

privilege and honor. There is Joy in Serving Jesus!

In Christian Love,David & Racheal Baez*****************************

Thanksgiving Together

Tibitha and Fairport Baptist Church will join together for a joint Thanksgiving Service on Tuesday, November 22 at 6:00 p.m. at Fairport. Everyone is welcome to join in this joint fellowship. The address is 2399 Fairport Rd; Reedville, VA 22539. Phone: (804) 453-3235

OCTOBERFrances Spence 1, Lee Weeder 5 Barbara Clark10, Richard Bowles 11Heidi Wilkins 28.NOVEMBERSandy Keefe 4, Pat Blackwell 10, Alex Zelaya 10, Mildred Simpson 11Lisa Madison 13, Peggy Jones 17, Janet Crowther 20, Troy Jett 20.

OCTOBERElsie and Tommy Tomlin 11,Betsy and Vernon Brann 30.NOVEMBER Jim and Belinda Leapley 1

USHERS FOR OCTOBERSonny White Bernard NewtonUSHERS FOR NOVEMBERLarry Lyons Jim Leapley

CWC meeting October 4th,7p.m. at the home of Marney Saunders

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TIBITHA CHURCH OF GOD NEWSLETTER October-November 2016

CWC meeting November 1st 7p.m. at the church.

Men of TibithaThursday, October 6th at 6:30p.m., meet at EVB bank and carpool to Lees Restaurant, Kilmarnock, VA.Thursday, November 3rd at 6:30p.m.Meeting Place to be announced at a later time.

Check it Out!Jesse Jett has put her artistic talent to work on the “Narthex” bulletin board. There are pictures taken at

“Belle Isle State Park’’ and of the “Church Picnic,” here at Tibitha. “Thank You,” Jesse for your time and talent.

**Winners**

of the “Corn Hole,” Tournament are:Mitchell Jett and George Butler.Runner-Up, Carole Ellis and Bernard Newton.

***Prayer Line***Contact Shirley Lyons for all urgent prayer requests. Home: 804-453-4186

or Cell: 804-313-1123.

Out-To-Lunch BunchTime and place to be determined at a later date. Contact Sylvia Vanlandingham for information. 120th ANNIVERSARYJean Edwards has continued her search for individuals to present information on past years of Tibitha’s ministry.Mary Bowles gave an informative presentation of her ministry and of some late Saints. Thank you “Sisters.”***********************Annual Church Business MeetingOctober 16th following the Morning Worship.************************

Tibitha’s “September Dinner”

with Guests ***VISITORS*** Visiting Tibitha on Sunday September 25th were Rev. David A. Smith and his lovely wife Marilyn of Hickory, N.C. He gave the sermon at 10:00 a. m. “Peace in a Chaotic World.” Following there was an evening reception dinner at Tibitha. The dinner followed by Rev. Smith presenting information about their family and ministry.

Welcome Rev. David and Marilyn Smith.

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FALL -BACK Day-light saving time change: November 6th at 2:00a.m.

TIBITHA CHURCH OF GOD NEWSLETTER October-November 2016

Rev. David A. Smith has accepted the call of Tibitha Church of God to serve as Senior Pastor. We expect he and Marilyn Smith to be moving to our area by the first of December. They are excited about coming and are looking forward to serve the Lord with us in the days ahead.If you would like to send a “Welcome Card” to the Smiths, you may do so at the following address:7186 GEORGE HILDEBRAN ROAD; HICKORY, NC 28602

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