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E-MessengerCelebrating 105th Church Anniversary & 17th Pastoral Anniversary

The current MBC notices,

announcements, flyers, and community

information are as follows...

Macedonia Baptist ChurchDr. Leonard L. Hamlin, Sr., Pastor

3412 South 22nd Street, Arlington, VA 22204 (Sanctuary)

2229 South Shirlington Road, Arlington, VA 22206 ( Office)

(703) 521-7663 (Office) • (703) 521-6316 (Fax)

www.mbcva.ws (Website)

AttentionAll

Leaders:The Quarterly Leadership Meeting

with Pastor Hamlin is

Wednesday, October 30 @ 7pm

Ou r em pha s i s f o r t h e mon t h o f Oct o b er - “Rel a t i o n sh i p t h r o u gh Sa c r i f i ce”



S.H.A.R.E. Distribution day is Saturday, October 26 in the Multipurpose Roomfrom 6:30am-8:45am.

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This Sunday, October 27 you will be able to receive your flu shot at Macedoniafollowing the 10:45am service. You must be age 2 to 65 and have your currentinsurance card or come prepared to pay a fee. Please register at the Informa-tion Center.

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Dr. Hamlin has accepted an invitation to preach on Sunday, November 3 at 3:30 pmfor the Ushers and Nurses Unit at Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, 6477 LincolniaRoad, Alexandria, VA 22312. The congregation is invited along with UIW and ourUsher and Nurses Ministries. Dinner will be served following their 11:00 a.m.

worship until 2:45 p.m. The church bus will be available for transports and you mustreserve your seat for $5 at the Information Center. The bus will depart after the10:45 a.m. worship.

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Cel eb r a t i n g 10 5 t h Chu r ch A n n i v er sa r y a n d 17t h Pa st o r a l A n n i v er sa r y

Sunday, November 3, 2013 - Church Anniversary Celebration: Lloyd T. McGriff,Pastor, Galilee Baptist Church, Suitland, MD, Guest Preacher for the 7:45 and

10:45am services.

Sunday, November 17, 2013 - Pastor Anniversary Celebration: "Honoring OurPastor with Overwhelming Love." Dr. Darrell Macklin, Pastor, St. Paul BaptistChurch, Washington, D.C, Guest Preacher for the 7:45 and 10:45am services. Lightrefreshments will be served after the 10:45 service.

REVIVAL SERVICES

Wednesday, November 6: Rev. Dr. Jasmine Scurlark, Sr. PastorShiloh Baptist Church, York, PA

Wednesday, November 13: Archbishop Alfred A. Owens, Jr., Sr. PastorGreater Mount Calvary Holy Church, Washington, DC

Wednesday, November 20: Bishop Rudolph W. McKissick, Jr., Sr. PastorBethel Baptist Institutional Church, Jacksonville, FL



Join MBC Walkers for Christ at the annual Heart Walk on Saturday, November 9.The walk will be at Nationals Stadium on South Capital Street, Washington, DC. Foradditional information contact Sis. Vicki Marshall.

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The next Noon Day Hour of Power will be Wednesday, November 20 at which timeRev. Lois L. Nicholson will bring the preached word. Remember to pick up a baggedlunch at the end of the service.

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For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and yougave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you invited me in.

Matthew 25:35 (NIV) Macedonia and the Nauck Community Services Center (NCSC) has partnered to Feed

Those Who Are Less Fortune on Thanksgiving Day, November 28, 2013 at MacedoniaBaptist Church from 1- 4 pm. Please lend a hand! Go online to NCSC at bajcdc.org/donate to make a monetary donation or stop by the Information Center to make amonetary or food donation, volunteer to set-up, serve, hospitality, clean-up or to signup a family or individual to join us “At the Table” on Thanksgiving Day. ContactMichelle Johnson or La Rissa Ferrell for additional information.

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Attention All Youth!! Each Thursday evening is Youth Bible Study for all ages from

7-8pm in the sanctuary.

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On Saturday, March 29, 2014, we’re going back to the Sight and Sound Theater to seethe production of MOSES!! There is plenty of time to make plans to join us. See theattached flyer with all the details of the trip or speak with MIT or Deaconess Pittmonor Sis. Chinaka Barbour. You may reserve your seat at the Information Center.

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If you cannot come to the church for the Weekly Noon Day Prayer on Wednesdays, you can call in and participate on the Conference Call Prayer Line: Dial-in Number:712-775-7000, Participant Access Code: 115939#.

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Please call or have someone to contact the church office if you desire prayer, hospital visit, and/or communion during an extended illness or for a family member. Once theoffice receives your request, a tribal leader will contact you. Thank you.

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Attention Leaders and/or Coordinators — If the ministry meeting listed in the Sunday bulletin is cancelled, postponed, or the date/time was adjusted, please send theadjusted information to the E-messenger. We have found that members come out tolisted meetings only to find out it has been cancelled. We want make every effort to

keep the members informed of such adjustments.

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Please encourage members to send their e-mail address to [email protected] toreceive the weekly E-Messenger. Also remember to contact the e-messenger if youre-mail address has changed.

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All bulletin announcements and meeting room requests must be sent directly to thechurch clerk, L. Sandra Garner at [email protected]. The Sunday bulletins aredistributed by e-mail and limited copies are available on Sundays for our Forerunnersand visitors and those who do not have access to e-mail.

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CDs and DVDs of Sunday morning sermons are available for purchase after the7:45am and 10:45am services at the Information Center.

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COMMUNITY NEWS:

We are excited about Congressman Moran's upcoming Annual Women's IssuesConference on Saturday, October 26, at George Washington Middle School,

1005 Mt. Vernon Ave., Alexandria, VA. In order to not conflict with the AlexandriaBreast Cancer Walk, we have adjusted our schedule slightly. Registration and informa-tion tables will begin at 9:00am, our keynote speaker will begin at 10:00am, and theconference will conclude with a light lunch at 1:00pm. See the attached flyer for addi-tional information.

If you have not yet registered, please register today at http://moran.house.gov/event/ womens-conference-event.

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The NCSC's 4th Annual Coat Drive has kicked off its coat collection. Coat distributionto the community will take place on Saturday, December 14th. Please see the attachedflyer for details.

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The Fellowship presents Ladies Night on Friday, October 25, 2013. See the attachedflyer with all the details.

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Virginia Hospital Center is facilitating a FREE six-week Bereavement Workshop be-ginning Wednesday, November 6, 2013. See the attached flyers for additional detailsand dates.

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Family Skate Nights

Join the crowd at Thomas Jefferson Center every Saturday night from October 19,2013 to March 29, 2014 (No skate on 11/30, 12/21 and 12/28). The evenings start

with Family Skating from 6:30-9pm and close with Teen Nights from 9-10:45pm.There is also a live D.J., $1.00 (cash only) moon bounces and the snacks from the café.

Want to book a birthday party? Visit our Skate Party page for more info.



Free Trees at Annual Tree Distribution Event Arlington County's Natural Resources Division is providing 700 native tree species forresidents. This opportunity helps expand Arlington's tree canopy while enhancing thelandscape of your house, school, church or other residential property. The trees will beavailable for pick up on Saturday, October 26 at the Arlington County nursery facility (located in South Arlington on South Four Mile Run, behind Barcroft Field#6), 8am-3pm. Parking is available within the parking lot in front of the ball field. Allparticipants are encouraged to walk to the event. For more info, visit the Tree Distri-

bution Program page, or register for the tree of your liking. Questions? Contact Patrick Wegeng.

Parents' Night OutLet us watch the kids while you enjoy a Friday night out! Join us at Walter Reed Com-munity Center where children ages 4-11,will enjoy face painting, balloon art, make andtake art projects, healthy snacks, movies, bounce house, play field games and more!For details and specific dates, read the Parents' Night Out flyer. To register call 703-

228-4747 or register online.

What would you like to see at The Mill? Now that Arlington Mill is open we’d like to know what additional programs andservices you’d like to see at Arlington Mill. Please take this short survey to help usgauge community interest.

Got a tree you love? Nominate it for an Arlington County Notable Tree designation. There's no cost tonominate and no obligation to the tree owner, but your favorite tree will be recognized

by the County Board as an important natural resource to the community. Your belovedtree can be recognized for its size, age, species, historical interest or just because it’sheld near and dear to your neighborhood. Visit our Notable Tree page for moreinformation. Nominations due December 1.

Bill Thomas Award The Bill Thomas Outstanding Park Service Award is calling for nominations! Do youknow someone who is dedicated to park services and improving our community? Thisaward is to pay tribute to park volunteers and encourage residents who demonstrate

commitment and support for the parks programs, natural resources and public openspaces. Accepting nominations now through February 14, 2014. Read more aboutthe award.

For information on the above Arlington County activities and to view thesuggested flyers, visit http://www.arlingtonva.us/departments/ParksRecreation/ParksRecreationMain.aspx



Bible Study Scheduleat 7pm

Each 1st Wednesday will be Corporate Prayer and Praise. Everyone is encouraged and invited to attend.

Every 2nd Wednesday of the month will be Pastor’s Bible Study which is open to everyone.Every 3rd Wednesday of the month will be Men’s and Women’s Bible Study.

Each 4th Wednesday will be Young Adult Bible Study.

The 5th Wednesday of each month will be Leadership Night. All leaders of MBC will meet with Pastor Hamlin.

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Parents, while you are in service or performing ministry, please be mindful that youare responsible to know where your children are at all times. If you permit them toleave you for restroom breaks, etc., they must return to you at an appropriate timeand not be left unsupervised. We appreciate your cooperation.

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PLEASE TAKE NOTE: There should be no walking in the sanctuary during prayer, the message or altar call, unless you are coming to the altar. If there is anemergency, please request the usher’s assistance. Thank you.

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Are you praying for, visiting, and/or calling the sick and shut-in?

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Keep up on all events at Macedonia by visiting the

monthly calendar of events at the MBC website at

www.mbcva.ws

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Facebook: www.facebook.com@MacedoniaBaptistChurcharlington, vaTwitter: www.twitter.com@mbc_arlington



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