Warner Baptist to celebrate its Annual Deacons Day, Sunday, Nov 5,2017, guest Preacher,Robert M. Yancey, Pastor of St Paul Baptist Church, Arlington, VA

Article 13 Volume 7                                                                                October 31, 2017

            Annual Deacons Day

Reverend Robert M. Yancey, pastor, St Paul Baptist, Arlington, VA will be the guest preacher for the Deacons Day Service on Sunday November 5, 2017.

The service is slated to start at 3 p.m.

Warner Baptist highly touted Culinary Ministry will serve an on-site prepared meal to attendees before the service.

Deacon Lloyd Saunders, chairman of the Deacons Ministry.

Rev. Matthew J. Pearson, pastor

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Rev Dr. Donald Simpkins, Pastor, Macedonia Baptist Church, Flint Hill, VA, guest preacher for Warner Baptist's Trustees Annual Day

Article 12, Volume 7                                                                      October 21, 2017

                                 Date of Service:  Sunday, October 15, 2017

Rev Simpkins used for his scripture, 2 Timothy 2: 19-21. His text was "We are vessels found in a great house."

He put emphasis on being an honorable worker in the house of God.  Make yourself available to work for the uplifting of God's name.

Be a willing worker.
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Trustee Willie B. Goode is Chairman of the Trustee Ministry.


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Rev Charles A. Hall, Pastor of St John Baptist Church, Alexandria, VA, guest Preacher for Warner Baptist Church's 136th Anniversary Service

Article 11, Volume 7                                                                         October 14, 2017

Rev Hall preached the final night, Friday, October 13, 2017 of the week-long

          anniversary services

Rev Hall used Matthews 16:13,18 and other selections for his scripture.  His text was "Who do you say that I am?" and "Are you still standing on the Rock?"

His emphasis was in knowing Jesus for yourself and standing firm in your belief.  Don't go running from church to church looking for God.

Don't get caught up in believing that you need a big building to hear the Word of God. Jesus preached outdoors. You should note that Jesus built his church on a Rock. That rock was not a building.

Regardless of the sanctuary size, type, or inside structure, you need to have the "Spirit of God" instilled in you for your daily walk.

He cited, Galatians 5:1. 

Stand fast in the freedom that Christ has made possible for you and do not tangle up with the yokes that can put you in bondage.

During the sermon, Rev. Hall commented on women and their role in the ministry.

Rev Hall was accompanied by one of his church's choirs.  Included in their selection of songs, was a beautiful rendition of the song, "God is".

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Christina Adams-Williams and Marjorie Strothers are the Co-hostess of the Anniversary Committee this year.

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The Renowned Men Chorus of Mt Zion Baptist Church, Arlington, VA was in concert for Warner Baptist Church's 136th Anniversary

Article 10 Volume 7                                                                            October 13, 2017
                                                                     Date of Event: Wednesday, 10-11-2017

The Renowned Men Gospel Chorus of Mt. Zion Baptist Church

The chorus rendered an array of soul touching songs.  Their selections included, "Send Your Power", "Came Here Looking for a Blessing", "Guide My Feet Why I Run This Race" and "Never Met a Man Like This Before".

The songs were spirit lifting.  The congregation stayed engaged by hand- clapping and expressions of gratitude. 

The chorus consisted of 19 men, distinctly dressed in black suits.  The organist and piano players were exceptional.

The director of the chorus is Eric Green.

Deaconess Sharon Goode, on behalf of the church bestowed special recognition to the Ushers of Warner Baptist.  Deaconess Inez Addison is the President of this distinguish  Ministry.  

Deacon Earl Adams was the Worship Leader.

Sister Marjorie Strother is the chairperson of the anniversary committee.

Rev. Matthew J. Pearson is the pastor of  Warner Baptist Church.

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Rev James Gibson, Pastor of Chesterbrook Baptist Church, McLean, VA, guest preacher, 10-09-17, Warner Baptist Church 136th Anniv Service

Article 9 Volume 7                                                                        October 10, 2017                                    
                                          Date of Service:  Monday, October 9, 2017

The theme for this year's anniversary is, "Oh Happy Day!"  So, for this anniversary, the opening hymn for each service is "Oh Happy Day"

The preacher, zeroed in on the theme and tailored his message to the art of being happy.

He cited an occasion where he was asked, "Why are you Happy?"  In his sermon he made it clear why he is happy.

Before I go to the sermon, there are three songs, by Afro-American singers, that are ranked in the all-time top 20 songs about happiness.

On the religious front,  the song, "Oh Happy Day" by the Edwin Hawkins Singers in 1969 peaked at No. 4 on the charts.  It was a favorite in churches as well as in secular music circles.
It is ranked No. 12 All-Time for happy songs. The hymn book version is okay, but I believe most of us get more perked up with this version. 

How can we forget Bobby McFerrin song in 1988, "Don't Worry Be Happy".  It was released in July 1988 and quickly became a worldwide hit.  It is ranked No. 2 on the All-Time chart for happy songs.

In 2014, Pharrell Williams' "Happy" rose to the top of the chart.  It is ranked 17 All-Time and still trending upward.

So, there is something about the expression, "Happy" that touches, I believe, virtually all people.

Reverend Gibson's text was, "Hold on to your happiness".  He cited several scriptures, from the Old and New Testament.  Included were Psalm 37:4 and 32:11.

He encouraged the congregation to hold on to their joy. Walk by faith and not by sight.  Do not let nobody steal their joy.

Also, do little things to Bless other persons.  In so doing you will be blessed.

Rev. Gibson shared with the congregation, about the time in his childhood, when the doctors  predicted that he may be unable to walk at an early age.  But through faith God blessed him not only to walk but to run and run some more.  He was able to receive a football scholarship and play college football.

Rev.  Gibson delivered a very good message about joy and happiness.  

The listeners, I believe, were prepared to stay and hear more about happiness and joy from this dynamic speaker.  But he had to conclude at some point.

Prior to the sermon, Sister Carolyn Curseen, WBC's historian, spoke about the history of Warner Baptist.

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Rev Eugene Pearson, Pastor of Mt Pleasant Baptist Church, Aldie, VA, guest preacher,Sun 10-8-17, Warner Baptist 136th Anniversary Service

Article 8 Volume 7                                                                                          October 9, 2017

Warner Baptist is celebrating its 136th Anniversary this week. The guest preacher on Sunday, October 8, 2017 was Rev Eugene Pearson, pastor of Mt Pleasant Baptist, Aldie, VA

Rev Pearson's message was focused on the "Goodness of God"'

He asked the congregation to think about all the good things God have done for them, over and over, in good times and bad times.

He emphasized the importance of having faith. Just have faith and keep striving.

As you keep moving forward, reflect on how God has blessed this church for 136 years, and is still blessing.

He quoted Numbers 3:19 for one of his scriptures.

Rev Pearson was very dynamic in his presentation.  

Sister Marjorie Strother is the Chairperson of the Anniversary Committee.

Rev. Matthew J. Pearson is the Pastor.

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