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The monthly publication of Taylor Road Baptist Church in Montgomery, ALTRANSCRIPT
ARCHWAYS (USPS No. 000-611) is published monthly by the Taylor Road Baptist Church,
1685 Taylor Road, Montgomery, Alabama, 36117. Brian Harris, editor. Periodical postage
paid at Montgomery, Alabama. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Taylor Road Baptist
Church, 1685 Taylor Road, Montgomery, Alabama, 36117
1685 Taylor Road
Montgomery, AL 36117
334-271-3363
www.taylorroad.org
Periodical
Postage
Paid
Montgomery, AL
Sunday Monday Wednesday Thursday Friday SaturdayTuesday
3 5
6 7
17
28
12
24 25 26
Outreach
18
Outreach
Men’s Prayer Breakfast8:00 a.m.
Taylor Road Baptist Church
4
23
30
No Outreach
Family MealAdult Bible Study
AwanasAdult Choir
Student Worship
Family MealAdult Bible Study
AwanasAdult Choir
Student Worship
29
20
27
December
14
1
15
119 10
16 19
No Outreach
Family MealAdult Bible Study
Awanas Adult Choir
Student Worship
No RegularWed. Activities
Adult Choir Caroling
Every Stitch a Prayer
Every Stitch a Prayer
2
31
2221
8
50+ Christmas Banquet
Parent/Child Dedication
Deacons/Widow/Widowers Banquet
Children’s Fun Night
Children’s Choir Rehearsal
Preschool & Children Musical
Adult Christmas Musical
Adult Choir Rehearsal
Christmas Eve Service @ 5 p.m.
No Evening Services Family Skate
Night
No Regular Wed. Activities
Thursday Bible Study @ 10:00 a.m.
Thursday Bible Study @ 10:00 a.m.
Thursday Bible Study @ 10:00 a.m.
Christmas Schedule
Wed. 12/23 - No Evening Activities
Thu. 12/24 - Christmas Eve Service
@ 5:00 p.m.
Sun. 12/27 - No Evening Activities
Wed. 12/30 - No Regular Activities
Family Skate Night at Looney’s Skating
Rink Located at 3541 McGehee Road
Sun. 1/3/2010 -
Resume All Of Our
Regular Schedule!
Dear Family,
Some organizations and associations are calling for a limited,
two-month boycott of certain stores because of their censorship
of the word “Christmas.” The boycott is part of an on-going
campaign to encourage businesses, communities, and individuals
to put Christ back into Christmas. The boycott runs from
November 1 through Christmas Day.
The targeted stores have refused to use the word Christmas
in their television commercials, newspaper ads and in-store
promotions, despite tens of thousands of consumer requests to
recognize Christmas. Last year, one store issued this politically-
correct statement to Christmas shoppers: “The store recognizes
that many traditions are celebrated throughout this season and
we feel it is important to display holiday signage that is inclusive
to everyone.”
Christmas is a “holiday” which is derived from the words “holy
day.” Because of Jesus, however, it’s not just any “winter holiday.”
For millions of Americans, the giving and receiving of gifts is in
honor of the One who gave Himself. For any store to pretend
that concept is not the foundation of Christmas displays political
correctness at best and religious bigotry at worst.
Companies with stores that censor the word “Christmas”
want people who celebrate Christmas to do their shopping at
their stores. In the past, boycotts have been very effective in
convincing retailers to change their approach. For example, one
older mainline company backed away from its censorship of the
word “Christmas” and now even offers a “Christmas Club” on its
website.
May our church family be encouraged to shop, spend, and give
as informed consumers! And may we truly believe that there is a
“jingle all the way” with Jesus!
MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!
From Pastor Andy...
Men’s
Prayer BreakfastSunday – December 13
8:00 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall ($2.00 per person)
We have much to be thankful for during this wonderful season of the year.
Come celebrate the joy of Christmas as we pray to the Saviour, the One who gives us life. Join the fellowship of other men who love the Lord as we pray for our
church and the bright future we have in serving Him.
50+ Annual
Christmas Dinner
Thursday – December 3
6:00 p.m. in the Fellowship Suite
($12.00 per person)
This is our annual “mature” adult Christmas
dinner. This year, we will have a delicious steak
dinner and enjoyable entertainment.
Please purchase your tickets by December 2
so that we can finalize meal and program plans.
Start the New Year off right by learning God’s way of handling money! Sign up now for the 10-week Crown
Financial Ministries Bible Study which will begin on February 3. Or, if you cannot make a commitment for
that period of time, you may want to sign up for the weekend (February 27-28) course Discovering God’s Way of Handling Money. Please contact the Church
Office for more information or to sign up.
Stressed about your Financial Growth?
Year-End Contributions
Year-end contributions may be given
until December 31. You may mail your
contributions to the Church Office;
however, they must be postmarked
by December 31. Thank you for your
continued support of the ministries of
Taylor Road Baptist Church.
Lottie Moon Christmas Offering
Foreign Mission Offering
The national goal for this year is $175
million; our goal for Taylor Road Baptist
Church is $24,000.
What a privilege it is to give to this offering
that has such a tremendous, direct impact
on the lives and work of our international
missionaries who are serving the Lord
beyond the borders of our country.
Please pray about the amount of your Lottie
Moon offering and make it the
biggest gift that you give during this
Christmas season. Our missionaries are
counting on us as they share their lives and
the Gospel around the world in over
110 countries.
Media Center/ Library
Be sure to check out the many great books and audio-visual items for the
Thanksgiving and Christmas season that are available to our church members.
For example, you may want to read the Lottie Moon story to learn about how she sacrificed her life so that others
could live.
Family Fun Skate Night!!
Bring the whole family, and a food item to share, to Looney’s Skating Rink on
Wednesday, December 30, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. We will provide drinks
and pizza! It’s gonna be a lot of fun!
I can’t believe it is December already! We had a great turnout last month for the
Student Ministry Kick-off. “Thank you” to all who attended. Also, allow me to extend a
very special “thank you” to those who helped with the set-up for that meeting. I am so
excited about the things that God has in store for us in the next year! If you could not
attend the meeting, I will be happy to fill you in on what you missed by providing
information about events planned for the upcoming year.
I am very excited about our Christmas Party this month. We
will enjoy food and fellowship, and will remember the real
reason that we celebrate Christmas. The party will be on
Sunday night, December 20. It should be a lot of fun.
As always, if I can ever help you in any way, please let me know.
To reach students for Christ and help them to become passionate followers of Him!
WEEKLY SCHEDULE
Sundays9:09 AM
Small Groups
Wednesdays6:30 PMRefuge
For to us a child is born, to us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder, and his name shall be called
Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Isaiah 9:6
The First Day of ChristmasOn Sunday, December 13, the Children’s Choirs will
present The First Day of Christmas, a musical written
by Jeff Slaughter. This is a hilarious story featuring a
hillbilly family, the Baums. As you get to know Nan M.
Baum, Dan N. Baum, Tan N. Baum, and their friends,
you will continue laughing as you watch the Christmas
message presented in a funny and captivating manner.
Jesus MessiahThis is an incredible musical featuring a story-line that is sure to make you and your family understand and appreciate Christmas from a different perspective. It’s the story of a Jewish family who actually encounters the Christ child at the manger; and, then, struggles to decide whether to believe or not!!! What if you had seen the angels singing? What if you had followed the star and found the Babe in the manger? Would you believe? This musical drama is a great presentation of the Christmas story and the good news of Christ. Invite your friends and family to worship with us on Sunday, December 20, at 6:30 p.m.
Both our adult choir and children’s choir are presenting musicals on December
13 and 20. The music is sensational and
the children and adults have worked very
hard to prepare for these special nights.
Join us at 6:30 p.m. in the Worship
Center to support your fellow church
members and the future generation of
believers as they present this
powerful and, and in some cases, funny
message of Christ.
Alan
Jesus
Messi^h
Greetings from the Children’s Department!
Christmas is just around the corner and we are looking forward to some great Christmas events for the
whole family.
It is not too late to get your child involved in the children’s music program. The Christmas musical
is scheduled for December 13 during the evening service. If you want your child to be a part of this
opportunity, practice is on Sunday nights at 5:30 p.m. The dress rehearsal will be on Saturday, December 12,
at 10:00 a.m.
On Friday, December 11, we will host a
Children’s Fun Night at the church (6:00-9:00
p.m.). Several of our older students will help
with games, songs, and other entertainment.
While there is no charge for children who
attend, donations will be accepted to help the
working students raise money for their spring
World Changers project. This is a great way for
children to have fun, parents to enjoy a night
out (for shopping), and students to raise money
for home missions. Please let us know if you
plan to participate.
Also don’t forget our annual, Family Fun Skate
Night! This year it will be on December 30,
6:30-8:30 p.m. Bring your family and a food
item to share and plan to have fun! We will
provide drinks and pizza.
We hope that as your childern are involved in
activities at Taylor Road Baptist Church during
this Christmas season, they will be reminded
of the true meaning and the importance of
Christmas!!!
Merry Christmas to all, and to all a great
month!
David and Ruth [email protected] & [email protected]
Preschool Ministry Children'sMinistry
Parent and Child Dedication Sunday, December 6
10:30 a.m. (during the morning worship service)
Please contact the Church office (271-3363) or email
Belinda Hepburn at [email protected] if you are
interested in participating in this special service. This is
a time that we, as a church family, come together with
parents to assume responsibility for making disciples of our
children. We also make a promise that we will encourage
their parents.
JINGLE WITHThe Preschool Choir will sing on Sunday, December 13, during the evening worship service at
6:30 p.m. They will be the opening act for the Children’s Musical.
JOY FOR Friendly Friday
December 4, 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. This is a special day for parents and is open to all
preschoolers ages 6 months – K4. The cost is $25 per child. We will take care of your
children so that you can take the day off. Register before Noon on December 3.
Contact the Preschool Office (271- 0845) or [email protected].
JESUS’ BIRTHDAYEach Sunday during December, the preschoolers will receive a piece of the Nativity. At the
end of the month they will have their own complete manger scene.
Greetings from the Children’s Department!
Christmas is just around the corner and we are looking forward to some great Christmas events for the
whole family.
It is not too late to get your child involved in the children’s music program. The Christmas musical
is scheduled for December 13 during the evening service. If you want your child to be a part of this
opportunity, practice is on Sunday nights at 5:30 p.m. The dress rehearsal will be on Saturday, December 12,
at 10:00 a.m.
On Friday, December 11, we will host a
Children’s Fun Night at the church (6:00-9:00
p.m.). Several of our older students will help
with games, songs, and other entertainment.
While there is no charge for children who
attend, donations will be accepted to help the
working students raise money for their spring
World Changers project. This is a great way for
children to have fun, parents to enjoy a night
out (for shopping), and students to raise money
for home missions. Please let us know if you
plan to participate.
Also don’t forget our annual, Family Fun Skate
Night! This year it will be on December 30,
6:30-8:30 p.m. Bring your family and a food
item to share and plan to have fun! We will
provide drinks and pizza.
We hope that as your childern are involved in
activities at Taylor Road Baptist Church during
this Christmas season, they will be reminded
of the true meaning and the importance of
Christmas!!!
Merry Christmas to all, and to all a great
month!
David and Ruth [email protected] & [email protected]
Preschool Ministry Children'sMinistry
Parent and Child Dedication Sunday, December 6
10:30 a.m. (during the morning worship service)
Please contact the Church office (271-3363) or email
Belinda Hepburn at [email protected] if you are
interested in participating in this special service. This is
a time that we, as a church family, come together with
parents to assume responsibility for making disciples of our
children. We also make a promise that we will encourage
their parents.
JINGLE WITHThe Preschool Choir will sing on Sunday, December 13, during the evening worship service at
6:30 p.m. They will be the opening act for the Children’s Musical.
JOY FOR Friendly Friday
December 4, 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. This is a special day for parents and is open to all
preschoolers ages 6 months – K4. The cost is $25 per child. We will take care of your
children so that you can take the day off. Register before Noon on December 3.
Contact the Preschool Office (271- 0845) or [email protected].
JESUS’ BIRTHDAYEach Sunday during December, the preschoolers will receive a piece of the Nativity. At the
end of the month they will have their own complete manger scene.
I can’t believe it is December already! We had a great turnout last month for the
Student Ministry Kick-off. “Thank you” to all who attended. Also, allow me to extend a
very special “thank you” to those who helped with the set-up for that meeting. I am so
excited about the things that God has in store for us in the next year! If you could not
attend the meeting, I will be happy to fill you in on what you missed by providing
information about events planned for the upcoming year.
I am very excited about our Christmas Party this month. We
will enjoy food and fellowship, and will remember the real
reason that we celebrate Christmas. The party will be on
Sunday night, December 20. It should be a lot of fun.
As always, if I can ever help you in any way, please let me know.
To reach students for Christ and help them to become passionate followers of Him!
WEEKLY SCHEDULE
Sundays9:09 AM
Small Groups
Wednesdays6:30 PMRefuge
For to us a child is born, to us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder, and his name shall be called
Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Isaiah 9:6
The First Day of ChristmasOn Sunday, December 13, the Children’s Choirs will
present The First Day of Christmas, a musical written
by Jeff Slaughter. This is a hilarious story featuring a
hillbilly family, the Baums. As you get to know Nan M.
Baum, Dan N. Baum, Tan N. Baum, and their friends,
you will continue laughing as you watch the Christmas
message presented in a funny and captivating manner.
Jesus MessiahThis is an incredible musical featuring a story-line that is sure to make you and your family understand and appreciate Christmas from a different perspective. It’s the story of a Jewish family who actually encounters the Christ child at the manger; and, then, struggles to decide whether to believe or not!!! What if you had seen the angels singing? What if you had followed the star and found the Babe in the manger? Would you believe? This musical drama is a great presentation of the Christmas story and the good news of Christ. Invite your friends and family to worship with us on Sunday, December 20, at 6:30 p.m.
Both our adult choir and children’s choir are presenting musicals on December
13 and 20. The music is sensational and
the children and adults have worked very
hard to prepare for these special nights.
Join us at 6:30 p.m. in the Worship
Center to support your fellow church
members and the future generation of
believers as they present this
powerful and, and in some cases, funny
message of Christ.
Alan
Jesus
Messi^h
Dear Family,
Some organizations and associations are calling for a limited,
two-month boycott of certain stores because of their censorship
of the word “Christmas.” The boycott is part of an on-going
campaign to encourage businesses, communities, and individuals
to put Christ back into Christmas. The boycott runs from
November 1 through Christmas Day.
The targeted stores have refused to use the word Christmas
in their television commercials, newspaper ads and in-store
promotions, despite tens of thousands of consumer requests to
recognize Christmas. Last year, one store issued this politically-
correct statement to Christmas shoppers: “The store recognizes
that many traditions are celebrated throughout this season and
we feel it is important to display holiday signage that is inclusive
to everyone.”
Christmas is a “holiday” which is derived from the words “holy
day.” Because of Jesus, however, it’s not just any “winter holiday.”
For millions of Americans, the giving and receiving of gifts is in
honor of the One who gave Himself. For any store to pretend
that concept is not the foundation of Christmas displays political
correctness at best and religious bigotry at worst.
Companies with stores that censor the word “Christmas”
want people who celebrate Christmas to do their shopping at
their stores. In the past, boycotts have been very effective in
convincing retailers to change their approach. For example, one
older mainline company backed away from its censorship of the
word “Christmas” and now even offers a “Christmas Club” on its
website.
May our church family be encouraged to shop, spend, and give
as informed consumers! And may we truly believe that there is a
“jingle all the way” with Jesus!
MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!
From Pastor Andy...
Men’s
Prayer BreakfastSunday – December 13
8:00 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall ($2.00 per person)
We have much to be thankful for during this wonderful season of the year.
Come celebrate the joy of Christmas as we pray to the Saviour, the One who gives us life. Join the fellowship of other men who love the Lord as we pray for our
church and the bright future we have in serving Him.
50+ Annual
Christmas Dinner
Thursday – December 3
6:00 p.m. in the Fellowship Suite
($12.00 per person)
This is our annual “mature” adult Christmas
dinner. This year, we will have a delicious steak
dinner and enjoyable entertainment.
Please purchase your tickets by December 2
so that we can finalize meal and program plans.
Start the New Year off right by learning God’s way of handling money! Sign up now for the 10-week Crown
Financial Ministries Bible Study which will begin on February 3. Or, if you cannot make a commitment for
that period of time, you may want to sign up for the weekend (February 27-28) course Discovering God’s Way of Handling Money. Please contact the Church
Office for more information or to sign up.
Stressed about your Financial Growth?
Year-End Contributions
Year-end contributions may be given
until December 31. You may mail your
contributions to the Church Office;
however, they must be postmarked
by December 31. Thank you for your
continued support of the ministries of
Taylor Road Baptist Church.
Lottie Moon Christmas Offering
Foreign Mission Offering
The national goal for this year is $175
million; our goal for Taylor Road Baptist
Church is $24,000.
What a privilege it is to give to this offering
that has such a tremendous, direct impact
on the lives and work of our international
missionaries who are serving the Lord
beyond the borders of our country.
Please pray about the amount of your Lottie
Moon offering and make it the
biggest gift that you give during this
Christmas season. Our missionaries are
counting on us as they share their lives and
the Gospel around the world in over
110 countries.
Media Center/ Library
Be sure to check out the many great books and audio-visual items for the
Thanksgiving and Christmas season that are available to our church members.
For example, you may want to read the Lottie Moon story to learn about how she sacrificed her life so that others
could live.
Family Fun Skate Night!!
Bring the whole family, and a food item to share, to Looney’s Skating Rink on
Wednesday, December 30, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. We will provide drinks
and pizza! It’s gonna be a lot of fun!
ARCHWAYS (USPS No. 000-611) is published monthly by the Taylor Road Baptist Church,
1685 Taylor Road, Montgomery, Alabama, 36117. Brian Harris, editor. Periodical postage
paid at Montgomery, Alabama. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Taylor Road Baptist
Church, 1685 Taylor Road, Montgomery, Alabama, 36117
1685 Taylor Road
Montgomery, AL 36117
334-271-3363
www.taylorroad.org
Periodical
Postage
Paid
Montgomery, AL
Sunday Monday Wednesday Thursday Friday SaturdayTuesday
3 5
6 7
17
28
12
24 25 26
Outreach
18
Outreach
Men’s Prayer Breakfast8:00 a.m.
Taylor Road Baptist Church
4
23
30
No Outreach
Family MealAdult Bible Study
AwanasAdult Choir
Student Worship
Family MealAdult Bible Study
AwanasAdult Choir
Student Worship
29
20
27
December
14
1
15
119 10
16 19
No Outreach
Family MealAdult Bible Study
Awanas Adult Choir
Student Worship
No RegularWed. Activities
Adult Choir Caroling
Every Stitch a Prayer
Every Stitch a Prayer
2
31
2221
8
50+ Christmas Banquet
Parent/Child Dedication
Deacons/Widow/Widowers Banquet
Children’s Fun Night
Children’s Choir Rehearsal
Preschool & Children Musical
Adult Christmas Musical
Adult Choir Rehearsal
Christmas Eve Service @ 5 p.m.
No Evening Services Family Skate
Night
No Regular Wed. Activities
Thursday Bible Study @ 10:00 a.m.
Thursday Bible Study @ 10:00 a.m.
Thursday Bible Study @ 10:00 a.m.
Christmas Schedule
Wed. 12/23 - No Evening Activities
Thu. 12/24 - Christmas Eve Service
@ 5:00 p.m.
Sun. 12/27 - No Evening Activities
Wed. 12/30 - No Regular Activities
Family Skate Night at Looney’s Skating
Rink Located at 3541 McGehee Road
Sun. 1/3/2010 -
Resume All Of Our
Regular Schedule!