January 26, 2025
GETHSEMANE BAPTIST TEMPLE
Mailing address: P.O. Box 13228 Anderson, SC 29624
864-261-8457
http://www.gbtemple.com – The shout heard ‘round the world!
Sunday Services: 8:45am SS-10:00am 11:00am 6:00pm
Wednesday Prayer Meeting: 7:00pm
Welcome to Friend Day! We’re so glad you’re here!

The Youth Choir will practice today at 4pm and then sing in the service tonight.

A look ahead…
Saturday, February 8, LEAP Ministry, 10am-12pm/fellowship hall.

Sunday, February 9, Baby Dedication in our 11am service

Sunday, February 16, Georgia will be with us in our 6pm service

Please consider volunteering for The In Service Prayer Room and/or the Thursday night Prayer Line. Both sign up sheets are just outside the sound booth.

There will be more information this spring, but please note these dates for our 2025 summer youth activities:
VBS: June 2-6 (ages 3-12)
Children’s Camp: June 30-July 4 (1st-5th grade)
Teen Camp: July 7-11 (6th-12th grade)
Back2School Bash: August 2 (1st-5th grade)

Pray for our Missionary of the week: Anderson Pregnancy Care, Serving SC

This Week’s Calendar of Events
Sunday, January 26
5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, January 27
6:30pm – Seek The Truth Addiction & Support Ministry

Tuesday, January 28
10:00am – Ladies Visitation
3:00pm – Knitting Class/fellowship hall

Wednesday, January 29
5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation
6:00pm – Tract Ministry
6:30pm – Discovery Bible Clubs
7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, January 30
7:00pm – Bible College
7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Friday, January 31

Saturday, February 1
5:00pm-8:30pm – Parents’ Night Out (for K-5th grade)

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

I really do appreciate each and every one of you at this church. I can always depend on you to pull together and go forward. God bless you!

Your friend,
Preacher Sam

January 19, 2025

GETHSEMANE BAPTIST TEMPLE

Mailing address: P.O. Box 13228 Anderson, SC 29624

864-261-8457

http://www.gbtemple.com – The shout heard ‘round the world!

Sunday Services: 8:45am SS-10:00am 11:00am 6:00pm

Wednesday Prayer Meeting: 7:00pm

Next Sunday, January 26 is Friend Day! Invite all un-churched friends and associates to church!

Next Sunday, January 26, the Youth Choir will practice at 4pm and then sing in the evening service.

Please consider volunteering for The In Service Prayer Room and/or the Thursday night Prayer Line. Both sign up sheets are just outside the sound booth.

There will be more information this spring, but please note these dates for our 2025 summer youth activities:

VBS: June 2-6 (ages 3-12)

Children’s Camp: June 30-July 4 (1st-5th grade)

Teen Camp: July 7-11 (6th-12th grade)

Back2School Bash: August 2 (1st-5th grade)

Pray for our Missionary of the week: Ogie Abalin, Philippines, IBMA: Bataan

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, January 19

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, January 20

6:30pm – Seek The Truth Addiction & Support Ministry

Tuesday, January 21

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

3:00pm – Knitting Class/fellowship hall

Wednesday, January 22

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm – Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, January 23

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Saturday, January 25

12:00pm-3:00pm – RISE Ministry/fellowship hallTHE PASTOR’S CORNER

The more I serve the Lord, the more I am aware of the privilege. God is so awesome it’s an honor to represent Him! Never quit on God!!!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

January 12, 2025

GETHSEMANE BAPTIST TEMPLE

Mailing address: P.O. Box 13228 Anderson, SC 29624

864-261-8457

http://www.gbtemple.com – The shout heard ‘round the world!

Sunday Services: 8:45am SS-10:00am 11:00am 6:00pm

Wednesday Prayer Meeting: 7:00pm

Bible College started last Thursday, but it’s not too late to attend. Join us this Thursday at 7pm in the fellowship hall!

Please consider volunteering for The In Service Prayer Room and/or the Thursday night Prayer Line. Both sign up sheets are just outside the sound booth.

A look ahead…

Saturday, January 25, the RISE Ministry will meet 12pm-3pm in the fellowship hall.

Sunday, January 26 is Friend Day! Invite all un-churched friends and associates to church!

Sunday, January28, the Youth Choir will practice at 4pm and then sing in the evening service.

Pray for our Missionary of the week: David & Mary Helen Wise, Paraguay

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, January 12

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, January 13

6:30pm – Seek The Truth Addiction & Support Ministry

Tuesday, January 14

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

3:00pm – Knitting Class/fellowship hall

Wednesday, January 15

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm – Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, January 16

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Saturday, January 18

5:00pm-8:30pm – Parents’ Night Out (for K-5th grade)

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

Set yourself some goals for the New Year! Plan to be faithful, plan to be in His Word and in church. Without goals we will drift along going nowhere!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

January 5, 2025

GETHSEMANE BAPTIST TEMPLE

Mailing address: P.O. Box 13228 Anderson, SC 29624

864-261-8457

http://www.gbtemple.com – The shout heard ‘round the world!

Sunday Services: 8:45am SS-10:00am 11:00am 6:00pm

Wednesday Prayer Meeting: 7:00pm

Tonight, The Perrys will be singing in our 6pm service. Preacher Sam will be preaching as usual! Do your best to join us!

Bible College starts this Thursday, January 9 at 7pm in the fellowship hall.

The LEAP Ministry will meet this Saturday, January 11, 10:00am-12:00pm in the fellowship hall.

A look ahead…

Saturday, January 25, the RISE Ministry will meet 12pm-3pm in the fellowship hall.

Pray for our Missionary of the week: Mark Whiffin, Mexico, BIMI

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, January 5

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, January 6

6:30pm – Seek The Truth Addiction & Support Ministry

Tuesday, January 7

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

3:00pm – Knitting Class/fellowship hall

Wednesday, January 8

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm – Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, January 9

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Saturday, January 11

10:00am-12:00pm – LEAP Ministry/fellowship hall

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

Happy New Year! I am praying that 2025 will be the best year you have ever had, both in your personal and spiritual life. Make a new start and serve the Lord better than ever before!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

December 29, 2024

GETHSEMANE BAPTIST TEMPLE

Mailing address: P.O. Box 13228 Anderson, SC 29624

864-261-8457

http://www.gbtemple.com – The shout heard ‘round the world!

Sunday Services: 8:45am SS-10:00am 11:00am 6:00pm

Wednesday Prayer Meeting: 7:00pm

New Years Day is this Wednesday. Start the year right – with God!

Please note that the Discovery Bible Clubs will be off this Wednesday.

A look ahead…

The Perrys will be singing during our 6pm service next Sunday, January 5.

Bible College will start on Thursday, January 9.

The LEAP Ministry will meet on Saturday, January 11, 10:00am-12:00pm in the fellowship hall.

Pray for our Missionary of the week: Roger Tooley & family, England

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, December 29

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, December 30

6:30pm – Seek The Truth Addiction & Support Ministry

Tuesday, December 31

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

3:00pm – Knitting Class/fellowship hall

Wednesday, January 1

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

Discovery Bible Clubs are off this week

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, January 2

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Saturday, January 4

5:00pm-8:30pm – Parents’ Night Out (for K-5th grade)

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

We will soon say “goodbye” to 2024. If you have any undone business with God – Do it now! Clean the slate and start the New Year right!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

December 22, 2024

GETHSEMANE BAPTIST TEMPLE

Mailing address: P.O. Box 13228 Anderson, SC 29624

864-261-8457

http://www.gbtemple.com – The shout heard ‘round the world!

Sunday Services: 8:45am SS-10:00am 11:00am 6:00pm

Wednesday Prayer Meeting: 7:00pm

Our Christmas Program will be tonight. Do your best to join us.

A table set up in the hallway for the My Refuge Children’s home in Peru to sponsor a child for Christmas ($30/child).

Our Candlelight service is this Wednesday, Christmas Day!

A look ahead…

New Years Day is on a Wednesday. Start the year right – with God!

Please note that the Discovery Bible Clubs will be off this Wednesday and next Wednesday.

The Perrys will be singing during our 6pm service on Sunday, January 5.

Bible College will start on Thursday, January 9.

Pray for our Missionary of the week: Manuel Tago, Philippines, IBMA

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, December 22

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, December 23

6:30pm – Seek The Truth Addiction & Support Ministry

Tuesday, December 24

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

3:00pm – Knitting Class/fellowship hall

Wednesday, December 25

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

Discovery Bible Clubs are off this week

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, December 26

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

Merry Christmas! May you and your family be blessed this Christmas season. Keep the focus on the real meaning. It’s all about Jesus!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

December 15, 2024

GETHSEMANE BAPTIST TEMPLE

Mailing address: P.O. Box 13228 Anderson, SC 29624

864-261-8457

http://www.gbtemple.com – The shout heard ‘round the world!

Sunday Services: 8:45am SS-10:00am 11:00am 6:00pm

Wednesday Prayer Meeting: 7:00pm

The Adult Choir will practice today at 4:45pm. All choir members please do your very best to be at here, as we will be practicing for our Christmas Program.

A table set up in the hallway for the My Refuge Children’s home in Peru to sponsor a child for Christmas ($30/child).

A look ahead…

Our Christmas Program will be next Sunday night, 12/22.

Our Candlelight service will be on Christmas Day, which is a Wednesday!

New Years Day is on a Wednesday. Start the year right – with God!

Please note that the Discovery Bible Clubs will be off on Christmas Day and New Years Day.

The Perrys will be singing in our 6pm service on January 5

Bible College will start on Thursday, January 9

Pray for our Missionary of the week: Tabernacle Baptist Children’s Home, Serving Upstate SC

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, December 15

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, December 16

6:30pm – Seek The Truth Addiction & Support Ministry

Tuesday, December 17

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

3:00pm – Knitting Class/fellowship hall

Wednesday, December 18

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm – Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, December 19

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Saturday, December 21

5:00pm-8:30pm – Parents’ Night Out (for K-5th grade)

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

With Christmas just around the corner, give Jesus a gift! Not money or a token gift but give Him your best service. If you aren’t saved, give Him your heart!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

December 8, 2024

GETHSEMANE BAPTIST TEMPLE

Mailing address: P.O. Box 13228 Anderson, SC 29624

864-261-8457

http://www.gbtemple.com – The shout heard ‘round the world!

Sunday Services: 8:45am SS-10:00am 11:00am 6:00pm

Wednesday Prayer Meeting: 7:00pm

Sunday we will incorporate a Baby Dedication in our 11am service.

The Adult Choir will practice Sunday at 4:45pm. All choir members please do your very best to be at here, as we will be practicing for our Christmas Program.

Two tables are set up in the hallway…

*One table is for the GBT Angel Tree to sponsor a local child for Christmas

*The other table is for the My Refuge Children’s home in Peru to sponsor a child for Christmas ($30/child)

Saturday (12/14) The LEAP Ministry will meet in the fellowship hall, 10:00am-12:00pm.

A look ahead…

Our Christmas Program will be on Sunday night, 12/22.

Our Candlelight service will be on Christmas Day, which is a Wednesday!

New Years Day is on a Wednesday. Start the year right – with God!

Pray for our Missionary of the week: Spear Family: Puerto Rico

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, December 8

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, December 9

6:30pm – Seek The Truth Addiction & Support Ministry

Tuesday, December 10

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

3:00pm – Knitting Class/fellowship hall

Wednesday, December 11

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm – Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, December 12

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Saturday, December 14

10:00am-12:00pm – LEAP Ministry/fellowship hall

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

Can you believe it? We are now in December! Seems like yesterday that we started this New Year. Time and opportunities are quickly vanishing. Serve God now while you can!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

December 1, 2024

GETHSEMANE BAPTIST TEMPLE

Mailing address: P.O. Box 13228 Anderson, SC 29624

864-261-8457

http://www.gbtemple.com – The shout heard ‘round the world!

Sunday Services: 8:45am SS-10:00am 11:00am 6:00pm

Wednesday Prayer Meeting: 7:00pm

Sunday, December 1, our Bible College Graduation will be incorporated into the evening service.

Please consider volunteering for the In Service Prayer Room and/or the Thursday night live call in prayer line. Both sign up sheets are just outside the sound booth.

A look ahead…

Sunday (12/8) the Adult Choir will practice at 4:45pm. All choir members please do your best to be at here, as we will be practicing for our Christmas Program.

Saturday (12/14) The LEAP Ministry will meet in the fellowship hall, 10:00am-12:00pm.

Our Candlelight service will be on Christmas Day, which is a Wednesday!

New Years Day is on a Wednesday. Start the year right – with God!

Pray for our Missionary of the week: Pastor Danny Shelton: Branch Baptist Church, Virginia

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, December 1

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, December 2

6:30pm – Seek The Truth Addiction & Support Ministry

Tuesday, December 3

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

3:00pm – Knitting Class/fellowship hall

Wednesday, December 4

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm – Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, December 5

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Saturday, December 7

5:00pm-8:30pm – Parents’ Night Out (for K-5th grade)

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

Never allow Satan to divert your attention. Always keep your eyes on the Lord. Remember as long as Simon Peter focused on Jesus, he walked on the water. As soon as he diverted his eyesight, he sank!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

November 24, 2024

GETHSEMANE BAPTIST TEMPLE

Mailing address: P.O. Box 13228 Anderson, SC 29624

864-261-8457

http://www.gbtemple.com – The shout heard ‘round the world!

Sunday Services: 8:45am SS-10:00am 11:00am 6:00pm

Wednesday Prayer Meeting: 7:00pm

Sunday, November 24 the Youth Choir will practice at 4:00pm and then sing in the evening service.

We will have Communion during our prayer meeting service this Wednesday night.

Please consider volunteering for the In Service Prayer Room and/or the Thursday night live call in prayer line. Both sign up sheets are just outside the sound booth.

Sunday (12/1) our Bible College Graduation will be incorporated into our evening service.

Pray for our Missionary of the week: Shalom House Ministries: Upstate SC Jewish Community

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, November 24

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, November 25

6:30pm – Seek The Truth Addiction & Support Ministry

Tuesday, November 26

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

3:00pm – Knitting Class/fellowship hall

Wednesday, November 27

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm – Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, November 28

Happy Thanksgiving!

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

To accept all of God’s goodness and blessings and then not be thankful is a horrible sin! Always be thankful and appreciative to the Lord.

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

November 17, 2024

GETHSEMANE BAPTIST TEMPLE

Mailing address: P.O. Box 13228 Anderson, SC 29624

864-261-8457

http://www.gbtemple.com – The shout heard ‘round the world!

Sunday Services: 8:45am SS-10:00am 11:00am 6:00pm

Wednesday Prayer Meeting: 7:00pm

Today the Adult Choir will practice at 4:45pm. All choir members please do your very best to be here as we are practicing for the Christmas Program.

Tonight we will have Baptism immediately following the evening service. If you want to be baptized, bring a towel & change of clothes and attend a brief meeting with Preacher Sam today at 5:30pm in the fellowship hall.

Please consider volunteering for the In Service Prayer Room and/or the Thursday night live call in prayer line. Both sign up sheets are just outside the sound booth.

A look ahead…

The Youth Choir will practice next Sunday (11/24) at 4pm and then sing in the evening service.

Bible College Graduation will be incorporated into our Sunday night service (12/1).

Pray for our Missionary of the week: Seek The Truth Addiction & Support Ministry: Gethsemane Baptist Temple

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, November 17

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, November 18

6:30pm – Seek The Truth Addiction & Support Ministry

Tuesday, November 19

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

3:00pm – Knitting Class/fellowship hall

Wednesday, November 20

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm – Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, November 21

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Saturday, November 23

12:00pm-3:00pm – RISE Ministry meeting/fellowship hall

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

Don’t forget to start early in counting your blessings. It’s a little more than a week till Thanksgiving but don’t wait till one specific day to be thankful. Do it every day!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

November 10, 2024

GETHSEMANE BAPTIST TEMPLE

Mailing address: P.O. Box 13228 Anderson, SC 29624

864-261-8457

http://www.gbtemple.com – The shout heard ‘round the world!

Sunday Services: 8:45am SS-10:00am 11:00am 6:00pm

Wednesday Prayer Meeting: 7:00pm

Next Sunday (11/17) we will have Baptism immediately following the evening service. If you want to be baptized, bring a towel & change of clothes and attend a brief meeting with Preacher Sam next Sunday at 5:30pm in the fellowship hall.

Please consider volunteering for the In Service Prayer Room and/or the Thursday night live call in prayer line. Both sign up sheets are just outside the sound booth.

A look ahead…

The RISE Ministry will meet 12pm-3pm on Saturday, 11/23 in the fellowship hall. See Lynn Hamm with any questions.

The Youth Choir will practice on Sunday, 11/24 at 4pm and then sing in the evening service.

Pray for our Missionary of the week: Nathan Sears, Mexico, Peru LaRoca

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, November 10

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, November 11

6:30pm – Seek The Truth Addiction & Support Ministry

Tuesday, November 12

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

3:00pm – Knitting Class/fellowship hall

Wednesday, November 13

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm – Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, November 14

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

Remember that God is good, gracious and loving but don’t forget that He has some expectations for his children also! Have you pleased the Heavenly Father?

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

November 3, 2024

GETHSEMANE BAPTIST TEMPLE

Mailing address: P.O. Box 13228 Anderson, SC 29624

864-261-8457

http://www.gbtemple.com – The shout heard ‘round the world!

Sunday Services: 8:45am SS-10:00am 11:00am 6:00pm

Wednesday Prayer Meeting: 7:00pm

The Adult Choir will practice Sunday at 4:45pm. All choir members please do your very best to be here!

The LEAP Ministry will meet 10am-12pm Saturday, 11/9 in the fellowship hall. See Tonya Dotson with any questions.

Please consider volunteering for the In Service Prayer Room and/or the Thursday night live call in prayer line. Both sign up sheets are just outside the sound booth.

A look ahead…

The RISE Ministry will meet 12pm-3pm on Saturday, 11/23 in the fellowship hall. See Lynn Hamm with any questions.

The Youth Choir will practice on Sunday, 11/24 at 4pm and then sing in the evening service.

Pray for our Missionary of the week: Salerni Family, Ambassadors to the Jews

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, November 3

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, November 4

6:30pm – Seek The Truth Addiction & Support Ministry

Tuesday, November 5

VOTE!!!

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

3:00pm – Knitting Class/fellowship hall

Wednesday, November 6

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm – Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, November 7

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Saturday, November 9

10:00am-12:00pm – LEAP Ministry/fellowship hall

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

Please don’t forget to VOTE! Also, vote according to BIBLICAL STANDARDS. We stand in great need of a move of God in America!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

October 27, 2024

GETHSEMANE BAPTIST TEMPLE

Mailing address: P.O. Box 13228 Anderson, SC 29624

864-261-8457

http://www.gbtemple.com – The shout heard ‘round the world!

Sunday Services: 8:45am SS-10:00am 11:00am 6:00pm

Wednesday Prayer Meeting: 7:00pm

The Youth Choir will practice Sunday 10/27 at 4pm and then sing in the evening service.

Our Bible College Class will have their banquet this Thursday at 6pm in the fellowship hall.

Before going to bed Saturday night 11/2, remember to turn your clocks back (“fall back”) one hour as Daylight Saving Time ends!

Please consider volunteering for the In Service Prayer Room and/or the Thursday night live call in prayer line. Both sign up sheets are just outside the sound booth.

A look ahead…

The LEAP Ministry will meet 10am-12pm on Saturday, 11/9 in the fellowship hall. See Tonya Dotson with any questions.

The RISE Ministry will meet 12pm-3pm on Saturday, 11/23 in the fellowship hall. See Lynn Hamm with any questions.

Pray for our Missionary of the week: Ricardo Salceda, Philippines, IBMA

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, October 27

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, October 28

6:30pm – Seek The Truth Addiction & Support Ministry

Tuesday, October 29

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

3:00pm – Knitting Class/fellowship hall

Wednesday, October 30

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm – Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, October 31

6:00pm – Bible College Banquet/fellowship hall

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Saturday, November 2

5:00pm-8:30pm – Parents’ Night Out (for K-5th grade)

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

As I reminded you last week, if God gave report

cards – what grade would you have on your prayer life? It is vitally important that we stay in contact with the Lord!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

October 20, 2024

GETHSEMANE BAPTIST TEMPLE

Mailing address: P.O. Box 13228 Anderson, SC 29624

864-261-8457

http://www.gbtemple.com – The shout heard ‘round the world!

Sunday Services: 8:45am SS-10:00am 11:00am 6:00pm

Wednesday Prayer Meeting: 7:00pm

The 2024 Cross Convention is Monday, 10/21, here at Gethsemane beginning at 7:00pm. The election for our country is too important and needs God’s intervention. Prayer is the answer and through faith, God’s Will will be done.

Our Fall Festival is Saturday (10/26) 12pm-4pm. Please join us for this fun filled community event and invite all of your family and friends!

Please read the following Fall Festival notes:

*There will be a Work Detail for all volunteers this Friday (10/25) at 6pm. Supper will be provided. It is important that you call or text Sherri Phillips at 864-933-1958 if you plan to attend.

*Cakes for the cakewalk can be dropped off anytime Friday (10/25) after 5pm or before 10am on Saturday (10/26).

*We still need donations of bottled water, canned drinks, and bagged candy for our Fall Festival. You may put the items on a table in the Fellowship Hall. We hope to feed over 600 people and need your help! We also need a bunch of cakes and goodies for our Cake Walk. A sign up sheet is at the sound booth. Donations may be cookies, brownies, cakes, etc. See Sherri Phillips if you have any questions.

Pray for our Missionary of the week: Ron Plott & family, Ambassadors to Jewish People: IBJM

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, October 20

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, October 21

7:00pm – CROSS CONVENTION

Tuesday, October 22

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

3:00pm – Knitting Class/fellowship hall

Wednesday, October 23

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm – Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, October 24

7:00pm – Bible College (this is the last class of 2024)

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Friday, October 25

6:00pm – Fall Festival Work Detail (please see note)

Saturday, October 26

12:00pm-4:00pm – FALL FESTIVAL

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

If God gave report cards, what grade would you make on church attendance? Don’t make a weak or failing grade for sure!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

October 13, 2024

GETHSEMANE BAPTIST TEMPLE

Mailing address: P.O. Box 13228 Anderson, SC 29624

864-261-8457

http://www.gbtemple.com – The shout heard ‘round the world!

Sunday Services: 8:45am SS-10:00am 11:00am 6:00pm

Wednesday Prayer Meeting: 7:00pm

A BIG THANK YOU to all of our Hurricane Relief Workers!!

The RISE Ministry will meet this Saturday (10/19), 12pm-3pm in the fellowship hall.

The 2024 Cross Convention will be Monday October 21, at Gethsemane Baptist Temple beginning at 7:00pm. The election for our country is too important and needs God’s intervention. Prayer is the answer and through faith, God’s Will will be done.

Our Fall Festival is Saturday, October 26, 12pm-4pm. We will have free food, games, prizes, candy, concessions and a car show. Please join us for this fun filled community event and invite all of your family and friends!

We still need donations of bottled water, canned drinks, and bagged candy for our Fall Festival. You may put the items on a table in the Fellowship Hall. We hope to feed over 600 people and need your help! We also need a bunch of cakes and goodies for our Cake Walk. A sign up sheet is at the sound booth. Donations may be cookies, brownies, cakes, etc. See Sherri Phillips if you have any questions.

Pray for our Missionary of the week: Fellowship Tract League

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, October 13

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, October 14

6:30pm – Seek The Truth Addiction & Support Ministry

Tuesday, October 15

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

3:00pm – Knitting Class/fellowship hall

Wednesday, October 16

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm – Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, October 17

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Saturday, October 19

12:00pm-3:00pm – RISE Ministry/fellowship hall

5:00pm-8:30pm – Parents’ Night Out (for K-5th grade)

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

When you look at a calendar, it proves how quickly time passes by. Here we are now in October. 2024 will be history before long! What have you done for the Lord this year?

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

October 6, 2024

GETHSEMANE BAPTIST TEMPLE

Mailing address: P.O. Box 13228 Anderson, SC 29624

864-261-8457

http://www.gbtemple.com – The shout heard ‘round the world!

Sunday Services: 8:45am SS-10:00am 11:00am 6:00pm

Wednesday Prayer Meeting: 7:00pm

We will have Baptism immediately following the service tonight. If you want to be baptized, bring a towel & change of clothes and attend a brief meeting with Preacher Sam at 5:30pm in the fellowship hall.

Sunday night, the Georgia Gospel Trio will sing in our 6pm service.

Monday & Tuesday (10/7 & 10/8) 3pm-7pm, our church will be a drop off point for water & canned goods to be taken to Asheville, NC for hurricane relief (up to 3 tractor trailer loads).

Saturday (10/12) The LEAP Ministry will meet in the fellowship hall, 10am-12pm.

Our Fall Festival is Saturday, October 26, 12pm-4pm! Please donate bottled water, canned drinks, and bagged candy. You may put the items on a table in the Fellowship Hall. We hope to feed over 600 people and need your help! We also need a bunch of cakes and goodies for our Cake Walk. A sign up sheet is at the sound booth. Donations may be cookies, brownies, cakes, etc. See Sherri Phillips if you have any questions.

Pray for our Missionary of the week: Nathan Sears, Peru, My Refuge House Parents

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, October 6

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, October 7

6:30pm – Seek The Truth Addiction & Support Ministry

Tuesday, October 8

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

3:00pm – Knitting Class/fellowship hall

Wednesday, October 9

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm – Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, October 10

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Saturday, October 12

10:00am-12:00pm – LEAP Ministry/fellowship hall

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

It is an honor to be your pastor! I’ve said many times that this is the greatest church anywhere. A great church is made up of great people!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

September 29, 2024

GETHSEMANE BAPTIST TEMPLE

Mailing address: P.O. Box 13228 Anderson, SC 29624

864-261-8457

http://www.gbtemple.com – The shout heard ‘round the world!

Sunday Services: 8:45am SS-10:00am 11:00am 6:00pm

Wednesday Prayer Meeting: 7:00pm

We will have Baptism immediately following the Sunday evening service tonight. If you want to be baptized, bring a towel & change of clothes and attend a brief meeting with Preacher Sam at 5:30pm in the fellowship hall.

Our Fall Festival is Saturday, October 26! Please donate bottled water, canned drinks, and bagged candy. You may put the items on a table in the Fellowship Hall. We hope to feed over 600 people and need your help! We also need a bunch of cakes and goodies for our Cake Walk. A sign up sheet is at the sound booth. Donations may be cookies, brownies, cakes, etc. See Sherri Phillips if you have any questions.

A look ahead…

Next Sunday (10/6) Georgia Gospel Trio will be with us in our 6pm service.

Saturday (10/12) The LEAP Ministry will meet in the fellowship hall, 10am-12pm.

Saturday (10/26) Fall Festival

Please consider volunteering for The In Service Prayer Room and/or the Thursday night Prayer Line. Both sign up sheets are just outside the sound booth.

Pray for our Missionary of the week: Scott & Kathy Murphy, Regeneration Reservation, Arizona

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, September 29

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, September 30

6:30pm – Seek The Truth Addiction & Support Ministry

Tuesday, October 1

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

3:00pm – Knitting Class/fellowship hall

Wednesday, October 2

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm – Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, October 3

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Saturday, October 5

5:00pm-8:30pm – Parents’ Night Out (for K-5th grade)

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

Prayer is the element of success in every area. As Christians, we shouldn’t make any decisions without first seeking the Lord. He has the right direction for your life!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

September 22, 2024

GETHSEMANE BAPTIST TEMPLE

Mailing address: P.O. Box 13228 Anderson, SC 29624

864-261-8457

http://www.gbtemple.com – The shout heard ‘round the world!

Sunday Services: 8:45am SS-10:00am 11:00am 6:00pm

Wednesday Prayer Meeting: 7:00pm

Sunday (9/22) The Youth Choir will practice at 4pm and then sing in the evening service.

Saturday (9/28) The RISE Ministry will meet in the fellowship hall, 12pm-3pm.

Our Fall Festival is Saturday, October 26! Please donate bottled water, canned drinks, and bagged candy. You may put the items on a table in the Fellowship Hall. We hope to feed over 600 people and need your help! We also need a bunch of cakes and goodies for our Cake Walk. A sign up sheet is at the sound booth. Donations may be cookies, brownies, cakes, etc. See Sherri Phillips if you have any questions.

A look ahead…

Sunday (10/6) Georgia Gospel Trio will be with us in our 6pm service.

Saturday (10/12) The LEAP Ministry will meet in the fellowship hall, 10am-12pm.

Saturday (10/26) Fall Festival

Please consider volunteering for The In Service Prayer Room and/or the Thursday night Prayer Line. Both sign up sheets are just outside the sound booth.

Pray for our Missionary of the week: Robbie Mullinax, China & Koreas

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, September 22

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, September 23

6:30pm – Seek The Truth Addiction & Support Ministry

Tuesday, September 24

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

3:00pm – Knitting Class/fellowship hall

Wednesday, September 25

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm – Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, September 26

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Saturday, September 28

12:00pm-3:00pm – RISE Ministry/fellowship hall

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

Take time to study the Devil! It may sound odd but we need to know our enemy. If we do, we can better predict his attacks!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

September 15, 2024

GETHSEMANE BAPTIST TEMPLE

Mailing address: P.O. Box 13228 Anderson, SC 29624

864-261-8457

http://www.gbtemple.com – The shout heard ‘round the world!

Sunday Services: 8:45am SS-10:00am 11:00am 6:00pm

Wednesday Prayer Meeting: 7:00pm

There will be a Fall Festival work detail Tuesday, September 17, 6:00pm-8:15pm in the activity building. Supper will be provided. Please text, email, or respond on the Remind app to Sherri Phillips today (864.933.1958), if you will be attending.

Our Fall Festival is Saturday, October 26! Please donate bottled water, canned drinks, and bagged candy. You may put the items on a table in the Fellowship Hall. We hope to feed over 600 people and need your help! We also need a bunch of cakes and goodies for our Cake Walk. A sign up sheet is at the sound booth. Donations may be cookies, brownies, cakes, etc. See Sherri Phillips if you have any questions.

A look ahead…

Sunday (9/22) The Youth Choir will practice at 4pm and then sing in the evening service.

Tuesday (9/24) The knitting class starts at 3pm in the fellowship hall

Saturday (9/28) The RISE Ministry will meet in the fellowship hall, 12pm-3pm.

Please consider volunteering for The In Service Prayer Room and/or the Thursday night Prayer Line. Both sign up sheets are just outside the sound booth.

Pray for our Missionary of the week: Herbert Moore, Victory Baptist Press

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, September 15

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, September 16

6:30pm – Seek The Truth Addiction & Support Ministry

Tuesday, September 17

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

6:00pm-8:15pm – Fall Festival Work Detail/activity building

Wednesday, September 18

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm – Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, September 19

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Saturday, September 21

5:00pm-8:30pm – Parents’ Night Out (for K-5th grade)

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

God is an awesome and gracious God! Take a moment to reflect on how good He has been to you. It is impossible to count every single blessing! Be thankful always!!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

September 8, 2024

GETHSEMANE BAPTIST TEMPLE

Mailing address: P.O. Box 13228 Anderson, SC 29624

864-261-8457

http://www.gbtemple.com – The shout heard ‘round the world!

Sunday Services: 8:45am SS-10:00am 11:00am 6:00pm

Wednesday Prayer Meeting: 7:00pm

Please note: Our carpet and pews will be cleaned Monday (9/9). Please be sure that you have all of your belongings with you as you leave today, as we wouldn’t want anything to be misplaced or lost.

Our Fall Festival is Saturday, October 26! Please donate bottled water, canned drinks, and bagged candy. You may put the items on a table in the Fellowship Hall. We hope to feed over 600 people and need your help! We also need a bunch of cakes and goodies for our Cake Walk. A sign up sheet is at the sound booth. Donations may be cookies, brownies, cakes, etc. See Sherri Phillips if you have any questions.

Saturday (9/14) The LEAP Ministry will meet in the fellowship hall, 10am-12pm.

A look ahead…

Sunday (9/22) The Youth Choir will practice at 4:00pm and then sing in the evening service.

Saturday (9/28) The RISE Ministry will meet in the fellowship hall, 12pm-3pm.

Please consider volunteering for The In Service Prayer Room and/or the Thursday night Prayer Line. Both sign up sheets are just outside the sound booth.

Pray for our Missionary of the week: Miracle Hill Ministries, Serving South Carolina

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, September 8

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, September 9

6:30pm – Seek The Truth Addiction & Support Ministry

Tuesday, September 10

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

Wednesday, September 11

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm – Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, September 12

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Saturday, September 14

10:00am-12:00pm – LEAP Ministry/fellowship hall

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

We appreciate all our Youth Workers! Be sure to attend the banquet in your honor on Tuesday, September 10th. Thank you for all you do!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

Our Fall Festival is Saturday, October 26! Please donate bottled water, canned drinks, and bagged candy. You may put the items on a table in the Fellowship Hall. We hope to feed over 600 people and need your help! We also need a bunch of cakes and goodies for our Cake Walk. A sign up sheet is at the sound booth. Donations may be cookies, brownies, cakes, etc. See Sherri Phillips if you have any questions.

A look ahead…

Tuesday (9/10) There will be an Appreciation Dinner for our youth workers. This is for all youth workers who have helped this year in any youth programs. The deadline to sign up is Sunday, September 1. See Tony Walker with any questions; the signup sheet is at the Teen Room door.

Saturday (9/14) The LEAP Ministry will meet in the fellowship hall, 10am-12pm.

Saturday (9/28) The RISE Ministry will meet in the fellowship hall, 12pm-3pm.

Please consider volunteering for The In Service Prayer Room and/or the Thursday night Prayer Line. Both sign up sheets are just outside the sound booth.

Pray for our Missionary of the week: Mercy Mountain Girls Home, Lori Harvey, Director: North Carolina

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, September 1

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, September 2

**Seek The Truth Addiction & Support Ministry will not meet this week but you can still reach them by phone if needed:

Russell at 864-247-6955 or Genie at 864-634-0838

Tuesday, September 3

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

Wednesday, September 4

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm – Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, September 5

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Saturday, September 7

5:00pm-8:30pm – Parents’ Night Out (for K-5th grade)

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

In your car, you will check your oil, fluids and tires. Surely in your soul, you will check your prayer life, Bible reading and attendance. Care more for your Spiritual life than you do your car!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

Sunday (8/25) The Youth Choir will practice at 4pm and then sing in the service tonight.

Bible College is off 8/29 due to it being a 5th Thursday.

Our Fall Festival is Saturday, October 26! Please donate bottled water, canned drinks, and bagged candy. You may put the items on a table in the Fellowship Hall. We hope to feed over 600 people and need your help! We also need a bunch of cakes and goodies for our Cake Walk. A sign up sheet is at the sound booth. Donations may be cookies, brownies, cakes, etc. See Sherri Phillips if you have any questions.

A look ahead…

Tuesday (9/10) There will be an Appreciation Dinner for our youth workers. This is for all youth workers who have helped this year in any youth programs. The deadline to sign up is Sunday, September 1. See Tony Walker with any questions; the signup sheet is at the Teen Room door.

Saturday (9/14) The LEAP Ministry will meet in the fellowship hall, 10am-12pm.

Please consider volunteering for The In Service Prayer Room and/or the Thursday night Prayer Line. Both sign up sheets are just outside the sound booth.

Pray for our Missionary of the week: Jun Mejia, Philippines, IBMA

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, August 25

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, August 26

6:30pm – Seek The Truth Addiction & Support Ministry

Tuesday, August 27

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

Wednesday, August 28

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm – Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, August 29

Bible College is off due to it being a 5th Thursday

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

I want you to know that I consider myself blessed to be your pastor. Gethsemane is the greatest group of people this side of Heaven. I love and appreciate you!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

Sunday (8/18), the Adult Choir will practice at 4:45pm. All choir members, please do your very best to be here!

Saturday (8/24) The RISE Ministry will meet 12pm-3pm in the fellowship hall.

A look ahead…

Next Sunday (8/25) The Youth Choir will practice at 4pm and then sing in the 6pm service.

Tuesday (9/10) There will be an Appreciation Dinner for our youth workers. This is for all youth workers who have helped this year in any youth programs. The deadline to sign up is Sunday, September 1. See Tony Walker with any questions; the signup sheet is at the Teen Room door.

Saturday (9/14) The LEAP Ministry will meet in the fellowship hall, 10am-12pm.

Please consider volunteering for The In Service Prayer Room and/or the Thursday night Prayer Line. Both sign up sheets are just outside the sound booth.

Pray for our Missionary of the week: Ben Mayo & family, Serving missionaries worldwide

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, August 18

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, August 19

6:30pm – Seek The Truth Addiction & Support Ministry

Tuesday, August 20

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

Wednesday, August 21

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm – Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, August 22

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Saturday, August 24

12:00pm-3:00pm – RISE Ministry/fellowship hall

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

If we aren’t careful, we can begin to take important things for granted! Be sure we never allow ourselves to get like that with our spiritual lives. Work at keeping first things first! It is worth the effort!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

 And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away. –Revelation 21:4 (KJV)

Sunday (8/11) Volunteers needed: All that are interested in volunteering at the Fall Festival in October, please attend a meeting immediately after church tonight in the fellowship hall.

Saturday (8/17) Men’s Fellowship Breakfast in the fellowship hall, 8am (Sign up sheet is just outside sound booth).

A look ahead…

Sunday (8/25) The Youth Choir will practice at 4pm and then sing in the 6pm service.

Tuesday (9/10) There will be an Appreciation Dinner for our youth workers. This is for all youth workers who have helped this year in any youth programs. The deadline to sign up is Sunday, September 1. See Tony Walker with any questions; the signup sheet is at the Teen Room door.

Saturday (9/14) The LEAP Ministry will meet in the fellowship hall, 10am-12pm.

Please consider volunteering for The In Service Prayer Room and/or the Thursday night Prayer Line. Both sign up sheets are just outside the sound booth.

Pray for our Missionary of the week: LaRoca Missions, Supports five missionaries from churches in Mexico

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, August 11

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, August 12

6:30pm – Seek The Truth Addiction & Support Ministry

Tuesday, August 13

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

Wednesday, August 14

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm – Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, August 15

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Saturday, August 17

8:00am – Men’s Fellowship Breakfast/fellowship hall

5:00pm-8:30pm – Parents’ Night Out (K-5th grade)

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

Prophecy is being fulfilled faster than we can keep up with! Make sure you are ready to meet the Lord.

He IS coming!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away. -Revelation 21:4

Saturday (8/10) The LEAP Ministry will meet in the fellowship hall, 10am-12pm. See Tonya Dotson for more information or with any questions.

A look ahead…

Saturday (8/17) Men’s Fellowship Breakfast in the fellowship hall at 8am (Sign up sheet is just outside sound booth)

Tuesday (9/10) There will be an Appreciation Dinner for our youth workers on Tuesday, September 10. This is for all youth workers who have helped this year in any youth programs. The deadline to sign up is Sunday, September 1. See Tony Walker with any questions; the signup sheet is at the Teen Room door.

Please consider volunteering for The In Service Prayer Room and/or the Thursday night Prayer Line. Both sign up sheets are just outside the sound booth.

Pray for our Missionary of the week: Thomas Kweder, China

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, August 4

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, August 5

6:30pm – Seek The Truth Addiction & Support Ministry

Tuesday, August 6

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

Wednesday, August 7

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm – Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, August 8

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Saturday, August 10

10:00am-12:00pm – LEAP Ministry/fellowship hall

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

So many try to serve the Lord out of obligation but it is an honor and privilege. Never forget how blessed we are to be included in God’s plan!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

Sunday morning, 7/28 This morning in our 11:00am service, we will have all of our children, teachers, etc (anyone that works with any of our schools in any capacity) gather at the altar as we pray a hedge of protection around all of them as the first day of school will be Thursday, 8/1.

The Youth Choir will practice today at 4:00pm and then sing in the service tonight.

Saturday, 8/3 Back to School Bash: for 1st-5th grade, 10am-2pm (lunch will be provided). School supply donations are greatly appreciated and may be placed in the fellowship hall.

A look ahead…

Saturday, 8/10 The LEAP Ministry will meet in the fellowship hall, 10am-12pm

Saturday, 8/17 Men’s Fellowship Breakfast at 8am (Sign up sheet is just outside sound booth)

Pray for our Missionary of the week: Kenneth Williamson Family, West Virginia

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, July 28

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, July 29

6:30pm – Seek The Truth Addiction & Support Ministry

Tuesday, July 30

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

Wednesday, July 31

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm – Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, August 1

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Saturday, August 3

10:00am-2:00pm – Back To School Bash

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

I want to take a moment to say how much that I appreciate you! Every member and attendee is important to me. It is an honor to serve the Lord here at the greatest church in the world!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

Sunday morning, July 21, we will have Baby Dedication in our 11am service!

The Other Side will be singing in our 6pm service Sunday, July 21!

A look ahead…

Sunday, 7/28: In our 11:00am service, we will have all of our children, teachers, etc (anyone that works with any of our schools in any capacity) gather at the altar as we pray a hedge of protection around all of them as the first day of school will be Thursday, 8/1.

Sunday, 7/28: The Youth Choir will practice at 4:00pm and then sing in the evening service.

Saturday, 8/3 Back to School Bash: for 1st-5th grade, 10am-2pm (lunch will be provided). School supply donations are greatly appreciated and may be placed in the fellowship hall.

Saturday, 8/10 LEAP Ministry will meet in the fellowship hall, 10am-12pm

Saturday, 8/17 Men’s Fellowship Breakfast at 8am (Sign up sheet is just outside sound booth)

Pray for our Missionary of the week: Richard Johnson & family,

New York City, NY

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, July 21

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, July 22

6:30pm – Seek The Truth Addiction & Support Ministry

Tuesday, July 23

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

Wednesday, July 24

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm – Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, July 25

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

I am so thankful for each and every one of you. As far as I’m concerned, Gethsemane people are the BEST in the world. May the Lord bless you greatly!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

Sunday, 7/21, we will have Baby Dedication in our 11am service!

A look ahead…

Saturday, 7/27: RISE Ministry will meet in the fellowship hall, 1pm-3pm

Sunday, 7/28: In our 11:00am service, we will have all of our children, teachers, etc (anyone that works with any of our schools in any capacity) gather at the altar as we pray a hedge of protection around all of them as the first day of school will be Thursday, 8/1.

Sunday, 7/28: The Youth Choir will practice at 4:00pm and then sing in the evening service.

Saturday, 8/3 Back to School Bash (more details later)

Saturday, 8/10 LEAP Ministry will meet in the fellowship hall, 10am-12pm

Saturday, 8/17 Men’s Fellowship Breakfast at 8am (Sign up sheet is just outside sound booth)

Pray for our Missionary of the week: Hope Children’s Home, Tampa, FL

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, July 14

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, July 15

6:30pm – Seek The Truth Addiction & Support Ministry

Tuesday, July 16

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

Wednesday, July 17

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm – Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, July 18

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Saturday, July 20

5:00pm-8:30pm – Parents’ Night Out (for K-5th grade)

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

Now that July 4th has passed, will you still pray for America? Pray that old fashioned patriotism will be alive and well in our country but mostly true revival will break out in our Lord.

God bless you and America!

Preacher Sam

Scott Davis has started another discipleship class in the Activity building on Sundays, 10:00am-11:00am.

Please pray for our Teens and the adults that will be traveling to and from Teen Camp this week. Pray not only for safety but also that seeds will be planted and precious souls will be saved!

Discovery Bible Clubs are off this Wednesday, 7/10

The LEAP Ministry will meet this Saturday, 7/13 in the fellowship hall, 10:00am – 12:00pm.

Please consider volunteering for The In Service Prayer Room and/or the Thursday night Prayer Line. Both sign up sheets are just outside the sound booth.

Pray for our Missionary of the week: Home With a Heart,

Serving South Carolina

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, July 7

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, July 8

6:30pm – Seek The Truth Addiction & Support Ministry

Tuesday, July 9

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

Wednesday, July 10

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

Discovery Bible Clubs are off this week

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, July 11

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Saturday, July 13

10:00am-12:00pm – LEAP Ministry/fellowship hall

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

God is awesome! God is good! God is forgiving! God is gracious! All that is good and positive comes from the Lord!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

Welcome to Patriotic Day!

Scott Davis has started another discipleship class in the Activity building on Sundays, 10:00am-11:00am.

Please pray for our kids and the adults that will be traveling to and from Youth Camp this week. Pray not only for safety but also that seeds will be planted and precious souls will be saved!

Discovery Bible Clubs are off this Wednesday, 7/3 and next Wednesday, 7/10

Bible College is off this week due to Thursday being the July 4th holiday.

Please consider volunteering for The In Service Prayer Room and/or the Thursday night Prayer Line. Both sign up sheets are just outside the sound booth.

A look ahead… The LEAP Ministry will meet on Saturday, July 13 in the fellowship hall, 10:00 – 12:00pm.

Pray for our Missionary of the week: Josh & Christal Hicks, South Korea

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, June 30

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, July 1

6:30pm – Seek The Truth Addiction & Support Ministry

Tuesday, July 2

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

Wednesday, July 3

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

Discovery Bible Clubs are off this week

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, July 4

Bible College is off due to July 4th holiday

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

Keep praying for America! We have some problems but God is BIGGER than it all. Lets put God in His rightful place and all of it will work out!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

June 23: Welcome to Family Day!

Scott Davis has started another discipleship class in the Activity building on Sundays, 10:00am-11:00am.

Sunday, June 23 the Youth Choir will practice at 4:00pm and then sing in the service tonight.

Sunday, June 23 there will be a meeting in the teen room for all participants of both children’s camp and teen camp immediately after the evening service.

Please note that the RISE Ministry will not meet this month.

Sunday, June 30 is Patriotic Day!

Please consider volunteering for The In Service Prayer Room and/or the Thursday night Prayer Line. Both sign up sheets are just outside the sound booth.

Pray for our Missionary of the week: Godfrey Family, Idaho Missions

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, June 23

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, June 24

6:30pm – Seek The Truth Addiction & Support Ministry

Tuesday, June 25

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

Wednesday, June 26

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm – Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, June 27

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

As we approach July 4th, lets all be thankful for and pray for America. It’s not too late to have revival in our land. Revival is our only hope!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

Sunday, June 16 Scott Davis is starting another discipleship class in the Activity building, 10:00am-11:00am.

Please note that the Ladies Knitting Class on Thursday will be the last one till fall.

A look ahead…..
Sunday, June 23 is Family Day
Sunday, June 30 is Patriotic Day

Sunday, June 23 the Youth Choir will practice at 4:00pm and then sing in the evening service.

Sunday, June 23 there will be a meeting in the teen room for all participants of both children’s camp and teen camp immediately after the evening service.

Please consider volunteering for The In Service Prayer Room and/or the Thursday night Prayer Line. Both sign up sheets are just outside the sound booth.

Pray for our Missionary of the week: Gideons International, Worldwide: Starr-Iva Camp

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, June 16

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, June 17

6:30pm – Seek The Truth Addiction & Support Ministry

Tuesday, June 18

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

Wednesday, June 19

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm – Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, June 20

1:30pm – Ladies Knitting Class/fellowship hall (last class till fall)

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

Happy Father’s Day! Be a Dad your family can look up to. Be a GODLY man and you will never regret it. Set the pace for your family.

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

A BIG THANK YOU to all of the VBS volunteers that so willingly gave of their time and talents not only last week but for the last several weeks. We couldn’t have done it without every one of you and you will never know just how much you are appreciated!!

The sign up sheet is posted for children’s camp, for elementary grade children, July 1–5. The signup deadline is next Sunday, June 16. See Tony for more information and for an agreement to be signed by all participating youth.

The SC Republican Primary is Tuesday, June 11. Watch 3rd congressional, State House & 10th Circuit Solicitor candidates speak: rumble.com/user/andersonscgop

Sunday, June 16, Scott Davis is starting another discipleship class in the Activity building, 10:00am-11:00am.

A look ahead…..

Sunday, June 16 is Fathers Day

Sunday, June 23 is Family Day

Sunday, June 30 is Patriotic Day

Pray for our Missionary of the week: Samuel & Molly Fried, Radio Ministry to Israel

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, June 9

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, June 10

6:30pm – Seek The Truth Addiction & Support Ministry

Tuesday, June 11

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

Wednesday, June 12

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm – Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, June 13

1:30pm – Ladies Knitting Class/fellowship hall

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

Thank you is in order to all our VBS Workers! May the Lord bless you back double for all your work in getting the Gospel in the children!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

All VBS kitchen volunteers, please meet Misty Martin at 5:30pm Sunday, June 2 in the Teen Center!

VBS is June 3-7. Sign-up is now live. Visit gbtemple.com and click on the link, “Register for VBS!”

Saturday, June 8, the LEAP Ministry will meet in the fellowship hall, 10:00am-12:00pm.

Sign up sheet is posted for children’s camp, for elementary grade children, July 1–5. Signup deadline is June 16. See Tony for more information and for an agreement to be signed by all participating youth.

The SC Republican Primary is Tuesday, June 11. Watch 3rd congressional, State House & 10th Circuit Solicitor candidates speak: rumble.com/user/andersonscgop

Sunday, June 16, Scott Davis is starting another discipleship class in the Activity building, 10:00am-11:00am.

Please consider volunteering for the In Service Prayer Room and/or the Thursday night Prayer Line. Sign up sheets are just outside the sound booth.

Pray for our Missionary of the week: Steve Fowler, France

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, June 2

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, June 3

6:30pm – Seek The Truth Addiction & Support Ministry

Tuesday, June 4

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

Wednesday, June 5

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, June 6

1:30pm – Ladies Knitting Class/fellowship hall

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Saturday, June 8

10:00am-12:00pm – LEAP Ministry/fellowship hall

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

Now that summer has arrived, don’t forget about the Lord! Don’t let the lazy, hazy days of summer interfere spiritually. He is still the same, but are you?

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

Sunday, May 26, the Youth Choir will practice at 4:00pm and then sing in the service that night.

Tuesday, May 28, there will be a VBS Work Detail at 6pm in the activity building. Supper will be provided.

All VBS Workers, see Misty this Wednesday to pick up your VBS shirts!!

Please note: Seek the Truth is off due to it being Memorial Day and Bible College is off due to it being a 5th Thursday.

VBS is June 3-7. Sign-up is now live. Visit gbtemple.com and click on the link, “Register for VBS!”

Signups are now posted for summer camp. Teen camp, for middle and high schoolers, will be July 8–12 with a signup deadline of June 4. Children’s camp, for elementary grade children, will be July 1–5 with a signup deadline of June 16. See Tony for more information and for an agreement to be signed by all participating youth.

The SC Republican Primary is Tuesday, June 11. Watch 3rd congressional, State House & 10th Circuit Solicitor candidates speak: rumble.com/user/andersonscgop

Pray for our Missionary of the week: Fellowship Tract League, GBT Worldwide Missions

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, May 26

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, May 27

6:30pm – Seek The Truth Addiction & Support Ministry

Tuesday, May 28

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

6:00pm – VBS Work Detail/activity building

Wednesday, May 29

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm – Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, May 30

1:30pm – Ladies Knitting Class/fellowship hall

Bible College is off this week due to 5th Thursday

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Saturday, June 1

5:00pm-8:30pm – Parents’ Night Out (for K-5th grade)

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

Summer and vacation season is almost here! Take your family vacation for sure but if you aren’t out of town, stay faithful to church. Help us avoid any slump in attendance. God bless you!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

Tuesday, May 21, there will be a VBS Work Detail at 6pm in the activity building. Supper will be provided.

Saturday, May 25, The RISE Ministry will meet in the fellowship hall, 11am-1pm.

VBS is June 3-7. Sign-up is now live. Visit gbtemple.com and click on the link, “Register for VBS!”

Sunday, May 26, the Youth Choir will practice at 4:00pm and then sing in the evening service.

Signups are now posted for summer camp. Teen camp, for middle and high schoolers, will be July 8–12 with a signup deadline of June 4. Children’s camp, for elementary grade children, will be July 1–5 with a signup deadline of June 16. See Tony for more information and for an agreement to be signed by all participating youth.

The SC Republican Primary is Tuesday, June 11. Watch 3rd congressional, State House & 10th Circuit Solicitor candidates speak: rumble.com/user/andersonscgop

Sunday, June 16, Scott Davis is starting another discipleship class in the Activity building, 10:00am-11:00am.

Pray for our Missionary of the week: Faith & Freedom Ministry, USA

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, May 19

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, May 20

6:30pm – Seek The Truth Addiction & Support Ministry

Tuesday, May 21

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

6:00pm – VBS Work Detail/activity building

Wednesday, May 22

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm – Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, May 23

1:30pm – Ladies Knitting Class/fellowship hall

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Saturday, May 25

11:00am-1:00pm – RISE/fellowship hall

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

Congratulations to all our graduates. As you travel the road of life, stay close to the Lord. Stay in church and always pray. May God bless you greatly!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

Tuesday, May 14 there will be a VBS Work Detail at 6pm in the activity building. Supper will be provided.

During teen church Wednesday, May 15 the high school graduates will be honored in our youth group time at 7 pm. See Tony if you have a graduate that would like to participate.

Sign-up is now live for VBS. Visit gbtemple.com and click on the link, “Register for VBS!”

Signups are now posted for summer camp. Teen camp, for middle and high schoolers, will be July 8–12 with a signup deadline of June 4. Children’s camp, for elementary grade children, will be July 1–5 with a signup deadline of June 16. See Tony for more information and for an agreement to be signed by all participating youth.

June 11, SC Republican Primary. Watch 3rd congressional, State House & 10th Circuit Solicitor candidates speak: rumble.com/user/andersonscgop

Scott Davis is starting another discipleship class on Sunday, June 16 in the Activity building, 10:00am-11:00am.

Pray for our Missionary of the week: Ronald Downey & family, Wales, UK

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, May 12

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, May 13

6:30pm – Seek The Truth Addiction & Support Ministry

Tuesday, May 14

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

6:00pm – VBS Work Detail/activity building

Wednesday, May 15

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm – Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, May 16

1:30pm – Ladies Knitting Class/fellowship hall

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Saturday, May 18

5:00pm-8:30pm – Parents’ Night Out (for K-5th grade)

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

Happy Mothers Day, ladies. You are worthy of honor every day but especially on this day.

God bless you!

Preacher Sam

The Adult Choir will practice Sunday, May 5 at 4:45pm.

Tuesday, May 7 there will be a VBS Work Detail at 6pm in the activity building. Supper will be provided.

Saturday, May 11 the LEAP Ministry will meet in the fellowship hall, 10:00am-12:00pm.

During teen church on Wednesday, May 15 the high school graduates will be honored in our youth group time at 7 pm. See Tony if you have a graduate that would like to participate.

Signups are now posted for summer camp. Teen camp, for middle and high schoolers, will be July 8–12 with a signup deadline of June 4. Children’s camp, for elementary grade children, will be July 1–5 with a signup deadline of June 16. See Tony for more information and for an agreement to be signed by all participating youth.

Please consider volunteering for the In Service Prayer Room and/or the Thursday night Prayer Line. Both sign up sheets are just outside the sound booth.

Pray for our Missionary of the week: Scott Davis, Philippines Missions

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, May 5

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, May 6

6:30pm – Seek The Truth Addiction & Support Ministry

Tuesday, May 7

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

6:00pm – VBS Work Detail/activity building

Wednesday, May 8

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm – Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, May 9

1:30pm – Ladies Knitting Class/fellowship hall

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Saturday, May 11

10:00am-12:00pm – LEAP Ministry/fellowship hall

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

Remember that next Sunday is Mother’s Day. Invite your family. Thank God for godly mothers. We love and appreciate you!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

Mike Upright will be singing in our service tonight. Please do your best to be here!

Tuesday, April 30, there will be a VBS Work Detail at 6pm in the activity building. Supper will be provided.

Thursday, May 2, we will have the Anderson County National Day of Prayer, 12:00pm at the Courthouse Plaza.

Saturday, May 4, we will have a Men’s Fellowship Breakfast at 8:00am in the fellowship hall. The sign up sheet is on the table just outside the sound booth. See Al Crump for more information.

Saturday, May 4, is the Annual Fish Fry for the Pregnancy Center, 11am-1pm in the activity building. See Tonya Dotson for tickets.

Saturday, May 11, the LEAP Ministry will meet in the fellowship hall, 10:00am-12:00pm.

Pray for our Missionary of the week: John & Deborah Caudle, Ontario, Canada

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, April 28

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, April 29

6:30pm – Seek The Truth Addiction & Support Ministry

Tuesday, April 30

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

6:00pm – VBS Work Detail/activity building

Wednesday, May 1

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm – Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, May 2

12:00pm – National Day of Prayer/Courthouse Plaza

1:30pm – Ladies Knitting Class/fellowship hall

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Saturday, May 4

8:00am – Men’s Fellowship Breakfast/fellowship hall

11:00am-1:00pm – Annual Fish Fry/activity building

5:00pm-8:30pm – Parents’ Night Out (for K-5th grade)

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

What did you do that expanded the Kingdom of God this past week? It’s a good thing to live decent, holy lives but we should also be workers for the Gospel!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

Sunday, April 21, the Youth Choir will practice at 4:00pm and then sing in the evening service.

Tuesday, April 23, there will be a VBS Work Detail at 6pm in the activity building. Supper will be provided.

Saturday, April 27, the RISE Ministry will meet in the fellowship hall, 11:00am-1:00pm.

Sunday, April 28, Mike Upright will be singing in our evening service.

Thursday, May 2, the Anderson County National Day of Prayer, 12:00pm at the Courthouse Plaza.

Saturday, May 4, we will have a Men’s Fellowship Breakfast at 8:00am in the fellowship hall. The sign up sheet is on the table just outside the sound booth. See Al Crump for more information.

Saturday, May 11, the LEAP Ministry will meet in the fellowship hall, 10:00am-12:00pm.

Pray for our Missionary of the week: Kason Bloom & family, Ecuador

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, April 21

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, April 22

6:30pm – Seek The Truth Addiction & Support Ministry

Tuesday, April 23

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

6:00pm – VBS Work Detail/activity building

Wednesday, April 24

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm – Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, April 25

1:30pm – Ladies Knitting Class/fellowship hall

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Saturday, April 27

11:00am 1:00pm – RISE Ministry/fellowship hall

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

Hopefully spring is here. Focus on faithfulness. The bad weather has passed and vacation season isn’t here yet. Make every service possible!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

Tuesday, April 16, there will be a VBS Work Detail at 6pm in the activity building. Supper will be provided.

Saturday, April 20, we will have our Church-wide Family Rally at 12:00pm in the activity building (for those that signed up).

The teen group will attend a Greenville Drive game on April 26, and the deadline to sign up is this Wednesday, April 17. Contact Tony for more information (864-245-0679 • tony@gbtemple.com).

Sunday, April 21, the Youth Choir will practice at 4:00pm and then sing in the evening service.

Saturday, April 27, RISE will meet in the fellowship hall, 11:00am-1:00pm.

Sunday, April 28, Mike Upright will be singing in our evening service.

Thursday, May 2, the Anderson County National Day of Prayer, 12:00pm at the Courthouse Plaza.

Saturday, May 4, we will have a Men’s Fellowship Breakfast at 8:00am in the fellowship hall. The sign up sheet is on the table just outside the sound booth. See Al Crump for more information.

Pray for our Missionary of the week: Benny Beckum, Intercessor throughout USA

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, April 14

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, April 15

6:30pm – Seek The Truth Addiction & Support Ministry

Tuesday, April 16

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

6:00pm – VBS Work Detail/activity building

Wednesday, April 17

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm – Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, April 18

1:30pm – Ladies Knitting Class/fellowship hall

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Saturday, April 20

12:00pm – Church-wide Family Rally/Activity Building

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

People check their temperature, cholesterol and blood pressure. Have you checked your spiritual zeal, joy and excitement levels? You need to stay ahead of spiritual problems just as you would physical problems!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

We will have Baptism immediately following the evening service on April 7. If you want to be baptized, bring a towel & change of clothes and attend a brief meeting with Preacher Sam at 5:30pm in the fellowship hall.

Tuesday, April 9, there will be a VBS Work Detail at 6pm in the activity building. Supper will be provided.

Saturday, April 13, the LEAP Ministry will meet in the fellowship hall 10:00am-12:00pm. See Tonya Dotson with any questions.

The teen group will attend a Greenville Drive game on April 26, and the deadline to sign up is Wednesday, April 17. Contact Tony for more information (864-245-0679 or tony@gbtemple.com).

Children’s classes are offered during all church services, which we hope your child will attend (see Tony for a full list). Also, for children staying in the sanctuary, we have Crossway’s new “Kids Sermon Worksheets” available in the box by Tony’s office door.

Please consider volunteering for The In Service Prayer Room and/or the Thursday night Prayer Line. Both sign up sheets are just outside the sound booth.

Pray for our Missionary of the week: Elmer Balcon, Philippines, IBMA

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, April 7

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, April 8

6:30pm – Seek The Truth Addiction & Support Ministry

Tuesday, April 9

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

6:00pm – VBS Work Detail/activity building

Wednesday, April 10

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm – Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, April 11

1:30pm – Ladies Knitting Class/fellowship hall

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Saturday, April 13

10:00am12:00pm – LEAP Ministry/fellowship hall

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

God truly is awesome! Whatever it is you need – He will deliver. The Bible hits the mark when it says “He will do exceeding abundantly above all we ask or think”!!!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

Sunday, March 31 is absolutely the last day to sign up for our Church-wide Family Rally, which will be on Saturday, April 20th at 12:00pm.

There will be several children’s activities and teen activities during Spring Break this week. For the specific details and to get the required permission forms, see Tony (864-245-0679 • tony@gbtemple.com).

Georgia Schick is starting a knitting class for all ladies that are interested. The class will be every Thursday (beginning this Thursday) at 1:30pm in the fellowship hall. See Georgia if you have any questions.

The teen group will attend a Greenville Drive game on April 26, and the deadline to sign up is April 17. Contact Tony for more information (864-245-0679 • tony@gbtemple.com).

Children’s classes are offered during all church services, which we hope your child will attend (see Tony for a full list). Also, for children staying in the sanctuary, we have Crossway’s new “Kids Sermon Worksheets” available in the box by Tony’s office door.

Saturday, April 13, the LEAP Ministry will meet in the fellowship hall 10:00am-12:00pm. See Tonya Dotson with any questions.

Pray for our Missionary of the week: Anderson Pregnancy Care, Serving SC

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, March 31

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, April 1

6:30pm – Seek The Truth Addiction & Support Ministry

Tuesday, April 2

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

Wednesday, April 3

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm – Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, April 4

1:30pm – Ladies Knitting Class/fellowship hall

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Saturday, April 6

5:00pm-8:30pm – Parents’ Night Out (for K-5th grade)

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

Hallelujah! He is alive! Because Jesus lives, we have eternal life and will meet our loved ones again one day. Thank God for EASTER!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

Sunday, March 24, the Youth Choir will practice at 4pm and then sing in the evening service.

Tuesday, there will be a VBS Work Detail at 6pm in the activity building. Supper will be provided.

Our Church-wide Family Rally will be on Saturday, April 20th. If you haven’t already done so, please sign up as soon as possible!

The teen group will attend a Greenville Drive game on April 26, and the deadline to sign up is April 17. Contact Tony for more information (864-245-0679 or tony@gbtemple.com).

Children’s classes are offered during all church services, which we hope your child will attend (see Tony for a full list). Also, for children staying in the sanctuary, we have Crossway’s new “Kids Sermon Worksheets” available in the box by Tony’s office door.

Sign up sheets for the In Service Prayer Calendar for April and the Thursday night live call in Prayer Line for June to October are available. Please consider volunteering for one or both of these ministries. Sign up sheets are just outside the sound booth.

Pray for our Missionary of the week: Ogie Abalin: Philippines, IBMA: Bataan

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, March 24

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, March 25

6:30pm – Seek The Truth Addiction & Support Ministry

Tuesday, March 26

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

6:00pm – VBS Work Detail/activity building

Wednesday, March 27

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm – Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, March 28

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

Now that spring has officially arrived, let’s work at our faithfulness. It’s not too cold or too hot. Vacation season hasn’t arrived either. Try not to miss a single service. God will bless you for it!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

Tuesday, March 19, there will be a VBS Work Detail at 6pm in the activity building. Supper will be provided.

There will be a bowling trip for the teen group Friday, March 22. The deadline to sign up is Sunday, March 17. See Tony for more information.

Saturday, March 23, there will be a Ladies Brunch at Golden Corral at 11am. See Laura Shaw with any questions.

Sunday, March 24, The Singing Echoes will be singing in our 11:00am service. Do your best to be here!

Also Sunday, March 24, the Youth Choir will practice at 4pm and then sing in the evening service.

Our Church-wide Family Rally will be on Saturday, April 20, 2024! More details will follow soon.
Sign up sheets for the In Service Prayer Calendar for April and the Thursday night live call in Prayer Line for June to October are available. Please consider volunteering for one or both of these ministries. Sign up sheets are just outside the sound booth.

Pray for our Missionary of the week: Ray Godfrey & family, Missions to Idaho

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, March 17

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, March 18

6:30pm – Seek The Truth Addiction & Support Ministry

Tuesday, March 19

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

6:00pm – VBS Work Detail/activity building

Wednesday, March 20

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm – Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, March 21

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Saturday, March 23

11:00am – Ladies Brunch/Golden Corral

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

March is usually a windy month. The Bible speaks of the Holy Ghost coming as a rushing, mighty wind. Lets pray the Spirit of God has free liberty to breeze over us! Come Holy Spirit! You are welcome here!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

There will be a bowling trip for the teen group on March 22, and the deadline to sign up is Sunday, March 17. See Tony for more information.

On March 24 The Singing Echoes will be singing in our 11:00am service. Do your best to be here!

Our Church-wide Family Rally will be on Saturday, April 20, 2024! More details will follow soon.

We still have slots to fill for the In Service Prayer Calendar for this month and the Thursday night live call in Prayer Line for June to October. Please consider volunteering for one or both of these ministries. Sign up sheets are just outside the sound booth.

Pray for our Missionary of the week: Ogie Abalin, Philippines, IBMA: Bataan

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, March 10

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, March 11

6:30pm – Seek The Truth Addiction & Support Ministry

Tuesday, March 12

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

Wednesday, March 13

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm – Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, March 14

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Saturday, March 16

5:00pm-8:30pm – Parents’ Night Out (for K-5th grade)

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

Praise the Lord – anyway! Don’t wait for a special blessing beforehand. God has already blessed you, regardless of your present situation. He deserves all our praise!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

Sunday, March 3, the Adult Choir will practice at 4:45pm. All choir members, please do your best to be here!

The LEAP Ministry will meet Saturday, March 9 in the fellowship hall, 10:00am-12:00pm. See Tonya Dotson for more information.

Our Church-wide Family Rally will be on Saturday, April 20, 2024! More details will follow soon.

We now have the sign up sheets for the In Service Prayer Calendar for March 2024 and the Thursday night live call in Prayer Line for the dates of June 6 to October 17. Please consider volunteering for one or both of these ministries.

Before going to bed this Saturday night, remember to turn your clocks forward one hour as Daylight Saving Time begins!

Pray for our Missionary of the week: Nathan Sears, Mexico, Peru, LaRoca

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, March 3

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, March 4

6:30pm – Seek The Truth Addiction & Support Ministry

Tuesday, March 5

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

Wednesday, March 6

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm – Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, March 7

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Saturday, March 9

10:00am-12:00pm – LEAP Ministry/fellowship hall

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

I want to be sure and tell you that I love and appreciate each and every one of you. It is my prayer that the Lord bless you triple for all the blessing you have been to me!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

The Youth Choir will practice at 4:00pm on Sunday, February 25 and then sing in the 6:00pm service.

Please note that Bible College will be off this Thursday, due to it being a 5th Thursday.

We will have our Church-wide Family Rally on Saturday, April 20, 2024! More details will follow soon.

We now have the sign up sheets for the In Service Prayer Calendar for March 2024 and the Thursday night live call in Prayer Line for the dates of June 6 to October 17. Please consider volunteering for one or both of these ministries.

There will be more information this spring, but please note these dates for our 2024 summer youth activities:
VBS June 3–7
Children’s Camp July 1–5
Teen Camp July 8–12
Back2School Bash August 3

Pray for our Missionary of the week: Miracle Hill Ministries, Serving SC

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, February 25

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, February 26

6:30pm – Seek The Truth Addiction & Support Ministry

Tuesday, February 27

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

Wednesday, February 28

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm – Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, February 29

Bible College is off (5th Thursday)

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Saturday, March 2

5:00pm-8:30pm – Parents” Night Out (for K-5th grade)

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

Be thankful always! None of us deserve the blessings we have. Talk to Him regularly and let Him know your appreciation.

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

We will have Baptism immediately following the evening service, Sunday, February 18. If you would like to be baptized, please attend a brief meeting with Preacher Sam at 5:30pm in the fellowship hall. Bring a towel and change of clothes.

Sunday, February 25, the Youth Choir will practice at 4:00pm and then sing in the evening service.

There will be more information this spring, but please note these dates for our 2024 summer youth activities:
VBS June 3–7
Children’s Camp July 1–5
Teen Camp July 8–12
Back2School Bash August 3

Pray for our Missionary of the week: Mark Whiffen, Mexico, BIMI

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, February 18

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, February 19

6:30pm – Seek The Truth Addiction & Support Ministry

Tuesday, February 20

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

Wednesday, February 21

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm – Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, February 22

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

February is known as the month of love! Why not show your love to the Lord? Double down on your effort to show Him you care.

Your friend,

Preacher Sam