Visit the website to listen to sermons, check the calendar for

scheduled events, or click on the prayer wall to make a request

for prayer and pray for the requests of others listed there.

We are located at 305 6th Street, Lynchburg, VA 24504.

Phone: 434-847-2622

An Anniversary is a special event

for the church. It is a time set aside

to recognize the beginning of the

assembly, to remember the members

who are no longer present, to recom-

mit to serving the community, and to

praise and thank God for His grace

and mercy along the journey.

On Sunday, August 25, 2019, All

Nations celebrated its Eleventh Anniversary.

Pastor Mark Everhart, choir and members of Peaceful

Baptist Church in Lynchburg joined in the celebration of

this event.

Pastor Everhart spoke words of wisdom and encour-

agement from the widely known and beloved Psalm 23.

He emphasized the necessity of being like the sheep

depending on the shepherd in our relationship with

Christ. “Keep your focus on the power and care of our

God. The care of the Lord is the secret of our success.

It’s not about us, it’s all about God’s care.”

The worship service opened with the

Baptism of recent followers of Christ and

ended with a grand banquet fellowship.

Thirty-five boys and girls enrolled in All Nations’

Summer Camp for seven weeks of fun and educational

experiences during June and July.

Each day began with breakfast and devotion followed

by interactive Bible study, a choice of arts and crafts or

music lessons, and swimming at Miller Park on Monday

mornings.

The afternoon agenda included time in the park, trips

to amusement centers or an afternoon at the church for

movies, games, or community educational presentations.

One week, the campers took part in vacation Bible

school at Rivermont Evangelical Presbyterian Church.

Parents came for the final day cook-out and a program

that displayed what the children learned during camp.

Awards for exceptional participation:

Trinity Boxley, Camper of the year

Sydia Elam, Most Willing Servant

Tymeriah Graham, Dedicated Prayer

Jabori Fortune, Most Improved

Shaun Robinson, 1st place Scripture Memory

Shalayiah Thurman, Trinity Boxley, and

Gdre’Asia Davis, Scripture Memory Runner-ups

The free camp was sponsored by donations from

church members and other supporters.

Peaceful Baptist Choir

Just as the disciples who

walked with Jesus wrestled

with their desires for high

positions, the followers of

Christ wrestle today. (Mark

10:35-45)

Christians may say they

want to fulfill the Lord’s purpose, but how many will want

to give up comforts of the world to serve Christ in what

may be considered lowly positions.

Jesus gave a visual lesson of a servant as He washed

the disciples' feet during His last meal with them before

the cross. John 13:14 “Now that I, your Lord and Teacher,

have washed your feet, you also should wash one another’s

feet.”

The Holy Spirit gives each believer one or more gifts

or abilities to use in serving. Therefore, all positions are

important. Only God knows the extent of what He wants

to accomplish through us.

Remember Ephesians 2:10 “For we are God's handi-

work, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God

prepared in advance for us to do.”

Therefore, everything that we do should be an act of

obedience to the Master. The Holy Spirit guides and we

follow His directions. God receives the praises, and He

keeps His promise to provide everything we need.

The King of Kings washed feet! The question is “Am I

willing to go wherever He wants and to do whatever He

commands?”

Pastor Nigel Alleyne

Master Servant

Recent Ministry Addition to ANCC

Are you are tired of stumbling over hurts, habits or

hang-ups that have held you back? Are you ready to start

a new journey of recovery with the help of the Lord and

others?

If so, a Celebrate Recovery discipleship group begins

October 20 after morning worship service, during the Bi-

ble Empowerment hour. Pastor James and Shelia Mash-

burn, and Dale and Sue Jaenke will be the peer leaders of

this ministry. For more information, call the church office,

434-847-2622.

The Voices of Zambia led the morning worship service

at All Nations on September 15th. Their songs of praise

were performed in a Capella style and with musical instru-

ments.

Between the songs, the members of the group shared

amazing testimonies of life before and after submitting

their lives to Jesus Christ.

The young men are touring the USA to raise funds for

the Ambassador International University in Zambia. The

website states: “The university offers a degree in theology.

In addition to their courses, students are also taught the

fundamentals of construction, wood-working, agriculture,

and livestock.” www.gospelink.org/initiatives/aiu

The University is an initiative of the Gospelink organi-

zation whose stated purpose is: “The mission of Gospelink

is to connect the church globally for the purpose of gospel

ministry.” www.gospelink.org

All members of the group are graduates of AIU. The

men were trained to be evangelists, and are now on tour to

“pay it forward” so that others can attend the University in

years to come.

The worshippers at All Nations gave jubilant responses

to the group’s performance.

Pauline’s Korn-er

Hindrances to the Abundant Life of Faith.

James 2:18. “Yes, a man may say, you have faith, and I have works; show me your faith without your works, and I will show you my faith by my works.”

John 10:10. “The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly.”

I John 3:8 “For this reason Christ came…. that He might destroy the works of the devil.”

If the question is asked of the average Christian, “Do

you have faith in the power of Jesus to do all things?” I

guarantee that the answer would be a resounding “Yes,”

and indeed, Our Lord said that we all have a measure of

faith.

Jn 17:6 “And the Lord said, ‘Since you have faith as a grain of mustard seed, you might say unto this syca-more tree, Be plucked up by the root, and be planted in the sea; and it should obey you.’.”

However, the real question is, are we experiencing

“abundant life?” How is faith exercised so that it can be

translated into abundant life?”

Think about these things…

Is faith activated if there is no evidence of the

abundant life that Christ came to give us?

Is there any doubt that faith is “results” oriented?

Is it possible for the devil to steal our abundant life

by hindering our faith?

Monday, October 14, 2019 was the first meeting of

the men’s fitness class. Six health conscience, brave

men showed up for the first class.

Kent Johnson, fitness trainer, said, “It is about get-

ting and keeping the body in the most healthy condition

possible.” As a former professional martial arts and

boxers trainer, Kent is convinced that keeping the body

active is necessary for good mental and physical health.

The men will meet on Monday evenings at 7:00 P.M

at the church. Kent will monitor and advise the use of

the various exercise machines according to individual

needs. For more information, call 434-847-2622.

Larry Taylor Jr. graduated

from Liberty University on May

6, 2019, with a Bachelor of Arts

Degree. He majored in Graphic

Designs and Studio Arts.

He graduated with honors and

received recognition for out-

standing work on a statue he

designed for one of his classes.

Regarding his future, he plans to continue concen-

trating on graphic designs and photography, but he

wants to spend time touring other countries. Japan is

the next country he hopes to tour.

Multi-talented in the arts, he is skilled at masonry

work. In 2016 he spent several months in Chapecó,

Santa Catarina, Brazil doing masonry work for a movie

prop. He works with his father in the Larry Taylor’s

Restoration and Construction Company.

Last year, Larry exhibited his photography work at

the Academy of Arts Center in downtown Lynchburg.

He is preparing for another photography exhibition at

the Academy next month, November 2019.

SeoYun Hong received a Bachelor

of Science degree from Liberty

University School of Education

Teacher Licensure on May 6, 2019.

Her major was ESL (English as a

Second Language).

After graduation SeoYun

acquired an internship position at William & Mary

University in Williamsburg, VA.

At the end of the internship period, she accepted the

University’s job offer as an ESL teacher.

SeoYun moved to Lynchburg with her parents, Dopyo

and Sejong Hong and her three siblings in 2015.

Hard work and dedication reap benefits for the labor-

er. Her father said, “SeoYun spoke very little English

when she came to Lynchburg. Now she is teaching

English to other ESL students.”

Asked if SeoYun still wants to return to Seoul, South

Korea to work as an ESL teacher, her father said, “Not

sure yet.”

No Walls Luncheon 12:00-2:00 P.M.

Hunton Randolph Community Center

1120 12th St.

19th Women of Worth (WOW)

Breakfast 9:30 a.m. - 12:00 P.M.

9th

No Walls Luncheon 12:00-2:00 P.M.

Hunton Randolph Community Center

1120 12th St.

17th Fellowship Service & Dinner

Rivermont Evangelical Presbyterian All Nations Community

Mon-Wed-Fri 5:00 P.M.

No Walls Luncheon 12-2:00 P.M.

Hunton Randolph Community Center

1120 12th St.

22nd

Sunday School Christmas

Play and Cantata

9:30 A.M.

31st

New Year’s Eve Service &

Bonfire

10:00 P.M. -12:30 A.M.

ANCC UPDATE STAFF

Editor/Writer: Emma Coleman

Copy Editor: Sue Jaenke

Writers: Nigel Alleyne

Pauline Alleyne

Photography: Larry Taylor Jr,

Marlene Champney

The picnic staples; hot dogs, hamburgers, baked

beans, and side fixings were on the buffet tables at noon

sharp on Sunday, September 29, at the Hunton Randolph

Community Center.

Chefs, Frank Carter and Reggie Williams manned

the grills, while other dedicated servers replenished the

buffet tables as needed.

The Lynchburg weather forecast of 86° inched up to

95° but the heat did not stop the children’s kickball

game. However, according to the adult umpires and

managers, the heat did shorten the game.

All Nations’ first church picnic was a great time of

fellowship and fun for everyone.

Women of Worth (WOW)

Building unity and encouraging spiritual growth is

the purpose of the women of All Nations’ monthly

Saturday morning breakfast meetings.

The setting is friendly and relaxing so the women

have great fellowship while enjoying a light breakfast.

The informal setting promotes unity and instinctive

support among the ladies.

A typical agenda includes encouraging testimonies,

small group prayer, games, crafts, and gifts. Future

agendas will include occasional guest speakers and

trips to special events or entertainment venues.

Teens and preteen girls and friends are always

welcome to attend.

Watch church publications for the next meeting

date and time.