Wednesday, October 11, 2017

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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Monday, October 9, 2017

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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Wednesday, August 23, 2017

Summary of the Northern Virginia Baptist Association 140th Annual Session in Gainesville, Virginia


Article 7 Volume 7                                                                             August 23, 2017                                                          
                                                 Report on the NVBA 140th Annual Session


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Thursday, July 13, 2017

Warner Baptist Homecoming Day: Celebrated in a traditional southern Black church manner

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        Homecoming Celebration on Sunday, July 9, 2017

The morning service attendees included current members, former members, families, friends and visitors.

The morning sermon was preached by Pastor Matthew J. Pearson.

After the morning service the congregation was invited to stay and have dinner in the dining hall.

They were treated to an old fashion country meal that included fried and baked chicken, ham, potato salad, green beans, cake, pie and lots more.

Amon Saunders provided an extra treat. Fried fish that he cooked under the tent outside.

Reverend Philip Lewis, pastor of Mount Pisgah Baptist Church in Upperville, Virginia was the preacher for the afternoon service.  He was accompanied by one of his church's choirs and several members.

The choir rendered an array of good ole fashion hymns, the kind that make you feel like you have been to church, for the service.

Reverend Lewis used Luke 4:16-30 for scripture.  His text was "Responding to Grace"
He preached about how Jesus hometown folks praised him in the beginning of this meeting but before the meeting ended, they turned against him.  Why? Well, they didn't like what he was talking about.  (Read the scripture).

Rev Lewis urged the congregation not to put their trust in their deeds and good works, instead put their trust in Jesus and God's grace.

In summary, trust in Jesus and his grace because He can do for you what nobody else can do.

Deaconess Regina Crawley was the worship leader.

Deaconess Shirley Saunders and WBC's cooking ministry prepared and served the meal.  

To see pictures of this highly acclaimed ministry in action go to Article 6, Volume 5, published on this website, 7/14/2015.
  
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Thursday, July 6, 2017

Celebration: Homecoming Day on July 9, 2017 Rev. Philip Lewis, pastor, Mt Pisgah Baptist, Upperville, VA, will be the guest minister for the afternoon service

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Homecoming Day Celebration

Reverend Matthew Pearson, pastor, will preach, I believe, in the morning service.

Reverend Philip Lewis, pastor, Mount Pisgah Baptist Church, Upperville, VA, will be the guest minister for the afternoon service.

The afternoon service starts at 3 p.m.

Conclusion: Homecoming services are generally more joyous than Home going services.  So, let us hope to greet each other more often between annual services. (Grady's Collection of Thoughts 101)





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Tuesday, July 4, 2017

Obituary Eugene Puryear - Warner Baptist, Falls Church Tuesday, July 11, 2017

Article 4 Volume 7                                                                                    July 4, 2017
                                             DEACON EUGENE PURYEAR

Funeral services will be on Tuesday July 11, 2017 at Warner Baptist.  Wake will be from 9 a.m. until the start of the main service at 11 a.m.

KEEP FAMILY IN PRAYER  


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Wednesday, June 28, 2017

Death Notice: Eugene Puryear, Senior Deacon at Warner Baptist Church, Falls Church, VA passed away on June 28, 2017

Article 3 Volume 7                                                                     June 28, 2017

Deacon Eugene Puryear 

The beloved husband of Mary Robinson Puryear for more than 65 years, passed away earlier today, June 28, 2017.

More information will be published when it becomes available.

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Sunday, June 25, 2017

Vacation Bible School 2017 deemed exceptional at Warner Baptist

Article 2 Volume 7                                                                                              June 24, 2017
Vacation Bible School 2017

The 2017 Vacation Bible School (VBS) session at Warner Baptist ended Friday night.
This year's theme was "Put  on the whole armor of God."

Each night the teachers came prepared to teach.

The children were exceptional in the preparation of their arts and crafts.

Deaconess Shirley Saunders provided the music and did an outstanding job teaching the VBS music to the children and adults.  She has performed this task annually, with few, if any misses, for over 40 years.

Pastor Matthew J. Pearson was present every night and contributed in the presentations.

Compliments are also extended to Sister Rosalie Williams, the director, and all the volunteers who contributed to making this year's session one of the most lauded in recent history.

 Overall, attendance was very good every night. 

Attendees ranged in ages from 1 plus to 90 plus.

Note:  The adult class pictures were taken after class. Many members of the class were moving about.  Some lingered, and talked about how much they enjoyed the class.

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Wednesday, June 14, 2017

Warner Baptist Vacation Bible School: June 19-23, 2017 "Theme: Put on the Whole Armour of God"

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Invitation to Parents, Children and Citizens of Bailey's Crossroads and Beyond

We invite you and/or your family to our Vacation Bible School, 19-23 June 2017 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

You will learn about the importance and necessity of putting on the whole armor of God in your  daily walk. The key scripture for the week is Ephesian 6: 10-11 from the King James version of the Holy Bible.

Our classes will include bible teaching from the King James version of the Bible, crafts, music and games. We will serve snacks.

We believe you will find our classes spiritually rewarding, mixed with some fun too.

So, come and join us.  We will have classes for all ages.

Reverend Matthew J. Pearson, Pastor
Sister Rosalie Williams, Director

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Saturday, July 30, 2016

Vacation Bible School was spiritually uplifting for all ages

Article 8 Volume 6
Vacation Bible School

The 5-day session of Vacation Bible School ended on Friday, June 24, 2016.
   (to be continued)

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Saturday, July 16, 2016

Warner Baptist Celebrated its Annual Homecoming Day on Sunday July 10, 2016

Article 7 Volume 6
Annual Homecoming Day

The church celebrated its Annual Homecoming Day in an atmosphere of perpetual praising and uplifting the name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ through preaching, praying, testimony, and good ole fashion singing.

The morning message was delivered by Rev. Matthew J. Pearson, pastor of Warner Baptist. The afternoon message was delivered by Rev Carl Johnson, pastor of Mt. Pleasant Baptist, Alexandria, VA (the church is actually located in Fairfax County).  He was accompanied by one of his church choirs and members of the Usher Board.  We appreciate their contribution and assistance. 

The Food Ministry, under the leadership of Deaconess Shirley Saunders, prepared and enthusiastically served a delicious meal.

For pictures of our food service in action go to google: Warner Baptist Homecoming, July 14, 2015. good preaching.  volume 5.Grady, 
or scroll down on this page to the 2015 Homecoming article. 

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Friday, July 8, 2016

Warner Baptist Church will celebrate its Annual Homecoming Day on July 10, 2016. Rev. Carl Johnson Pastor of Mt Pleasant Baptist will be the guest preacher in the afternoon services

Article 6 Volume 6                                                                                          July 8, 2016
Homecoming Day Celebration

Homecoming Day is a joyous occasion at Warner Baptist. Many members, former members, families, friends, and whosoever generally attend the morning and afternoon services.

The pastor, Rev. Matthew J. Pearson, I believe, will deliver the message in the morning services.

Rev. Carl Johnson, pastor of Mt. Pleasant Baptist, Alexandria will be the afternoon preacher. He will be accompanied by members of his church.

Food will be served between the services.

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

You are Welcome!

Conclusion:  Homecoming Services are generally more joyous than Home Going Services. So let us strive to greet each other more often between these two services. ( Grady's Collection of Thoughts 101).
         
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Sunday, June 19, 2016

Warner Baptist Vacation Bible School: June 20-24, 2016 "Theme: Deep Sea Discovery - God will be with me wherever I go."

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**Invitation to Parents and citizens of Baileys Crossroads and beyond

We invite you and/or your family to our Vacation Bible School, 20-24 June 2016 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
You will learn about "Deep Sea Discovery - God will be with me wherever I go."

Our classes will include bible teaching from the Kings James version, crafts, music, and games.
We will serve snacks.

We believe you will find our classes spiritually rewarding, and have fun too.

So come and join us. We will have classes for all ages.

Reverend Matthew J. Pearson, Pastor
Sister Rosalie Williams, Director

**WBC requested publication of this Invitation
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Friday, June 17, 2016

Warner Baptist Annual Ushers Day was highly supported. Reverend Donald Hayes, pastor of Oakland Baptist delivered timely message

Article 4 Volume 6                                                                           June 17, 2016

Warner Baptist Annual Ushers Day Service
P.M. Service

Warner Baptist celebrated its Annual Ushers Day on Sunday, June 5, 2016. The guest Preacher for the service was Rev. Donald Hayes, pastor of Oakland Baptist Church, Alexandria, Virginia. He used scripture from the New Testament.  His message was centered on being a person willing to serve and help people for the uplifting of God's kingdom.

He was accompanied by one of his church's choirs and members of the Ushers Ministry.

There was a moment of silence, during the service, in remembrance of Sister Mamie Morgan who passed away in May 2016. She was a long time member of the Ushers Ministry at Warner Baptist and Ebenezer Baptist in Alexandria, Virginia.

An estimated 105 Ushers from the Northern Virginia area were present to support and show their love for the Warner Baptist Ushers ministry. Also, our visitors included several none ushers.

We were treated to the highly acclaimed March of the Northern Virginia Ushers.
Probably the only pictures you can find on the internet of this grand march is at our website, published on June 3, 2014: www. wbcfallschurch.blogspot.com

The food ministry under the leadership of Deaconess Shirley Saunders prepared and served a 
very delicious meal.  The chicken was finger licking good.

Deaconess Inez Addison is the president of the Ushers Ministry.
Reverend Matthew J. Pearson is the pastor.

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Saturday, June 4, 2016

Warner Baptist Annual Ushers Day Service, Sunday, June 5, 2016, Guest Minister Rev. Donald Hayes, Oakland Baptist, Alexandria

Article 3 Volume 7
                                                                                        June 4, 2016
Annual Ushers Day Service

Warner Baptist Church Ushers Ministry will celebrate its annual day on Sunday, June 5, 2016.  Reverend Donald Hayes, pastor of Oakland Baptist Church in Alexandria, VA will be the guest preacher.  The service is scheduled to start at 3 p.m.

We are anticipating several visiting Ushers to be present.

If you arrive early and feel hungry, we promise that if you leave hungry, it will probably be by choice.

Deaconess Inez Addison, president of this illustrious ministry, invites you to come and celebrate with them. 

Reverend Matthew J. Pearson is the pastor.


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