May 31, 2026

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

Visitation Station is open every Sunday before and after the 6pm service to pick up names of someone to visit.

Tuesday, there will be VBS Work Detail at 6pm/activity building.

VBS is next week, June 8-12, 6pm-8:30pm for children ages 3-12.  Go to our website, gbtemple.com to register your children.

Our Children’s Camp in Cameron, South Carolina, held from July 20 to 24, is for elementary school students. The signup clipboard is on the Youth Room door. 

Please note the dates for our upcoming youth events. Tony will have information, signups, and deadlines available soon: 

VBS – June 8–12 • Summer Splash – June 24 • Teen Camp – July 6–10 • Children’s Camp – July 20–24

Saturday, June 13 the LEAP Ministry will meet 10am-12pm in the fellowship hall.

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

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, May 31

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Visitation Station – pick up names before or after the 6pm service

Monday, June 1

6:00pm – Seek The Truth Recovery & Support Ministry

Tuesday, June 2

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

6:00pm – VBS Work Detail/activity building 

Wednesday, June 3

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm -Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, June 4

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Friday, June 5

Saturday, June 6

In Service Prayer Room:

Sun.–Early – Charles Carey      11:00 – Please volunteer

6:00 –Please volunteer   Wed. June 3 – Please volunteer

Nursery Schedule  Sunday, May 31:

8:45am – Aaron & Amanda Snelgrove

SS – Debbie Duncan, Janice Avant

11:00am – Please volunteer

6:00pm –  Sherry Lyles, Gale Harbin

Wednesday, June 3 – Emily Green, Brandy Chambers

Prayer List

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

Vacation season is on its way! We never begrudge anybody having some time off with their families but…if you aren’t out to town, please be faithful! Help us avoid any kind of slump this summer! Thanks!

Your friend, 

Preacher Sam

May 24, 2026

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 Youth Choir will practice at 4:30pm and then sing in the service tonight.

Tonight here will be an important meeting to discuss this year’s teen camp and pass out sign-up information. Teens and parents can meet in the teen room tonight immediately after the evening service.

Tuesday, there will be VBS Work Detail at 6pm/activity building.

This Thursday our Bible College concludes our study of “THE RAPTURE.” It is open to you as well – feel free to come!

VBS is June 8-12, 6pm-8:30pm for children ages 3-12.  Go to our website, gbtemple.com to register your children.

Our Children’s Camp in Cameron, South Carolina, held from July 20 to 24, is for elementary school students. The signup clipboard is on the Youth Room door. 

Please note the dates for our upcoming youth events. Tony will have information, signups, and deadlines available soon: 

VBS – June 8–12 • Summer Splash – June 24 • Teen Camp – July 6–10 • Children’s Camp – July 20–24

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

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, May 24

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Visitation Station – pick up names before or after the 6pm service

Monday, May 25

6:00pm – Seek The Truth Recovery & Support Ministry

Tuesday, May 26

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

6:00pm – VBS Work Detail/activity building 

Wednesday, May 27

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm -Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, May 28

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Friday, May 29

Saturday, May 30

In Service Prayer Room:

Sun.–Early – Lee Spake      11:00 – Please volunteer

6:00 –David Wells   Wed. May 27 – Andy Lee

Nursery Schedule  Sunday, May 24:

8:45am – Gene & Cindi Nichols

SS – Debbie Duncan, Janice Avant

11:00am – Stacy Craft, Michelle Manley

6:00pm –  Patrick & Tammie Eskew

Wednesday, May 27 – Charlene Carey, Kathy Davis

Prayer List

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

Congratulations to our upcoming graduates! Lets all pray that they will let the Lord lead them on into the right path for their future! God bless you!

Your friend, 

Preacher Sam

May 17, 2026

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 Singing Echoes will be singing in our service tonight!

Tuesday, there will be VBS Work Detail at 6pm/activity building.

For the next two weeks our Bible College is studying “THE RAPTURE.” It will be open to you as well – feel free to come!

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

Next Sunday, May 24 the Youth Choir will practice at 4:30pm and then sing in the evening service.

Go to our website, gbtemple.com to register your children (ages 3-12) for VBS, which is June 8-12, 6pm-8:30pm. 

Our Children’s Camp in Cameron, South Carolina, held from July 20 to 24, is for elementary school students. The signup clipboard is on the Youth Room door. 

Please note the dates for our upcoming youth events. Tony will have information, signups, and deadlines available soon: 

VBS – June 8–12 • Summer Splash – June 24 • Teen Camp – July 6–10 • Children’s Camp – July 20–24

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

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, May 17

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Visit the “Visitation Station” before or after the 6pm service

Monday, May 18

6:00pm – Seek The Truth Recovery & Support Ministry

Tuesday, May 19

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

6:00pm – VBS Work Detail/activity building 

Wednesday, May 20

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm -Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, May 21

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Friday, May 22

Saturday, May 23

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

In Service Prayer Room:

Sun.–Early – Wayne Burdette      11:00 – Tim Bryson

6:00 –Andy Lee   Wed. May 20 – Please volunteer

Nursery Schedule  Sunday, May 17:

8:45am – Rhonda Bunton

SS – Debbie Duncan, Janice Avant

11:00am – Misty Martin, Erin Nubern

6:00pm –  Misty Martin, Erin Nubern

Wednesday, May 20 – Gale Harbin, Sherry Lyles

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

Always remember that God is a loving and gracious God. He takes no pleasure in judgment. If you face the judgment without Him, it’s your own fault.

Your friend, 

Preacher Sam

May 10, 2026

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 is Mother’s Day! We will have an all ladies choir for all of our services today…Early, 11am & 6pm!

Tuesday, there will be VBS Work Detail at 6pm/activity building.

Our Children’s Camp in Cameron, South Carolina, held from July 20 to 24, is for elementary school students. The signup clipboard is on the Youth Room door.

Next Sunday, May 17 the Singing Echoes will sing in our 6pm service.

Sunday, May 24 the Youth Choir will practice at 4:30pm and then sing in the evening service.

Go to our website, gbtemple.com to register your children (ages 3-12) for VBS, which is June 8-12, 6pm-8:30pm.  

Please note the dates for our upcoming youth events. Tony will have information, signups, and deadlines available soon: 

VBS – June 8–12 • Summer Splash – June 24 • Teen Camp – July 6–10 • Children’s Camp – July 20–24

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

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, May 10

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Visit the “Visitation Station” before or after the 6pm service

Monday, May 11

6:00pm – Seek The Truth Recovery & Support Ministry

Tuesday, May 12

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

6:00pm – VBS Work Detail/activity building 

Wednesday, May 13

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm -Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, May 14

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Friday, May 15

Saturday, May 16

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

In Service Prayer Room:

Sun.–Early – Lee Spake      11:00 – Please volunteer

6:00 –Andy Lee   Wed. May 13 – Please volunteer

Nursery Schedule  Sunday, May 10:

8:45am – Bobbie Snelgrove

SS – Debbie Duncan, Janice Avant

11:00am – Janice Sloan, Debbie McGregor

6:00pm –  Tonya Dotson, Denise Burdette

Wednesday, May 13 – Linda Gudinas, Tracy Brown

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

Be ready! We don’t know the exact time but we do know the Lord is coming before long. If anything is undone in your life, get it right! It’s later than you think!

Your friend, 

Preacher Sam

May 3, 2026

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 signup begins for our Children’s Camp in Cameron, South Carolina. This camp, held from July 20 to 24, is for elementary school students. The signup clipboard is on the Youth Room door.

Next Sunday, May 10 is Mother’s Day. We will have an all ladies choir for all of our services next Sunday…Early, 11am & 6pm!

Tuesday, there will be VBS Work Detail at 6pm/activity building.

Thursday is the National Day of Prayer. Do your best to join us at 12pm at the Anderson County Courthouse Plaza.

Saturday the LEAP Ministry will meet 10am-12pm in the fellowship hall.

Please take note of our newest ministry – “Visitation Station.”

Sunday, May 17 the Singing Echoes will sing in our 6pm service.

Please note the dates for our upcoming youth events. Tony will have information, signups, and deadlines available soon: 

VBS – June 8–12 • Summer Splash – June 24 • Teen Camp – July 6–10 • Children’s Camp – July 20–24

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

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, May 3

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, May 4

6:00pm – Seek The Truth Recovery & Support Ministry

Tuesday, May 5

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

6:00pm – VBS Work Detail/activity building 

Wednesday, May 6

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm -Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, May 7

12:00pm – National Day of Prayer

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Friday, May 8

Saturday, May 9

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

In Service Prayer Room:

Sun.–Early – Lee Spake      11:00 – Please volunteer

6:00 –Andy Lee   Wed. May 6 – Please volunteer

Nursery Schedule  Sunday, May 3:

8:45am – Susan Wiles

SS – Debbie Duncan, Janice Avant

11:00am – Dale Wallace, Tina Davis

6:00pm –  Chuck & Misty Wooten

Wednesday, May 6 – Emily Green, Brandy Chambers

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

Remember that Thursday, May 7^th is the National Day of Prayer. For years we have sponsored the service at the Courthouse Square and will do so again this year. Hope to see you there at 12 noon on Thursday.

Your friend, 

Preacher Sam

April 26, 2026

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 practice today at 4:30 & sings tonight.

Today is the last day to purchase tickets for the Fish Fry this Saturday to benefit Mi Refuge Childeren’s Home.

Tuesday, there will be VBS Work Detail at 6pm – activity building.

Please take note of our newest ministry – “Visitation Station.”

Bible College is off Thursday due to being a 5^th Thursday.

Signup for our Children’s Camp in Cameron, South Carolina, will begin next Sunday, May 3. This camp, held from July 20 to 24, is for elementary school students. The signup clipboard will be placed on the Youth Room that Sunday morning.

Please note the dates for our upcoming youth events. Tony will have information, signups, and deadlines available soon: 

VBS – June 8–12 • Summer Splash – June 24 • Teen Camp – July 6–10 • Children’s Camp – July 20–24

Thursday, May 7 is the National Day of Prayer.

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

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, April 26

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, April 27

6:00pm – Seek The Truth Recovery & Support Ministry

Tuesday, April 28

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

6:00pm – VBS Work Detail/activity building 

Wednesday, April 29

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm -Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, April 30

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

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Friday, May 1

Saturday, May 2

11:00am-1:00pm – Fish Fry Benefit (pre-purchased tickets required)

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

In Service Prayer Room:

Sun.–Early – Please volunteer      11:00 – Please volunteer

6:00 –David Wells   Wed. April 29– Andy Lee

Nursery Schedule  Sunday, April 26:

8:45am – Gene & Cindi Nichols

SS – Debbie Duncan, Janice Avant

11:00am – Stacy Craft, Michelle Manley

6:00pm –  Patrick & Tammie Eskew

Wednesday, April 29 – Emily Green

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

I’m thankful for the greatest gift of all. God gave His Son for us on the cross. Never forget the great sacrifice of the cross! 

Your friend, 

Preacher Sam

April 19, 2026

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

This morning we will have Baby Dedication at 11am!

We will have a meeting, immediately after church tonight, in the teen room to discuss a teen mission trip to Peru in 2027. 

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

Saturday the RISE Ministry meets, 12pm-3pm in the fellowship hall.

Saturday May 2, Fish Fry to benefit Mi Refuge Childeren’s Home. Stop at the table in the hallway today to get your tickets ($10/plate). Eat in our dining room or pick up to go, 11am-1pm.

Please take note of our newest ministry – our “Visitation Station.”

Please note the dates for our upcoming youth events. Tony will have information, signups, and deadlines available soon:

VBS – June 8–12 • Summer Splash – June 24 • Teen Camp – July 6–10 • Children’s Camp – July 20–24

A look ahead…

Next Sunday, April 26, the Youth Choir will practice at 4:30pm and then sing in the evening service.

Thursday, May 7 is the National Day of Prayer.

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

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, April 19

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, April 20

6:00pm – Seek The Truth Recovery & Support Ministry

Tuesday, April 21

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

6:00pm – VBS Work Detail/activity building

Wednesday, April 22

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm -Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, April 23

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Saturday, April 25

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

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

Do you realize just how good God has been to you? Look back on your past! He is good today and will be good future tense! Be thankful to Him for sure!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

April 5, 2026

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 we will have Baptism immediately after the service. If you would like to be baptized, bring a towel & change of clothes & attend a brief meeting with Preacher Sam at 5:30pm in the fellowship hall.

Please take note of our Newest Ministry – our “Visitation Station.”

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

This Saturday, the LEAP Ministry will meet 10am-12pm in the fellowship hall.

A look ahead…

Next Sunday, April 12 The Echoes of Mercy will be with us in the evening service.

Save the Date…

Saturday May 2, Fish Fry to benefit the Peru Childeren’s Home. Details to follow later.

Seek The Truth Recovery & Support Ministry is collecting donations of used devotionals, journals and faith based books. These can be turned in to Chris Dean, Jessica Arnett, the Obray’s or the Brucke’s.

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

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, April 5

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, April 6

6:00pm – Seek The Truth Recovery & Support Ministry

Tuesday, April 7

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

6:00pm – VBS Work Detail/activity building

Wednesday, April 8

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm -Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, April 9

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Saturday, April 11

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

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

Jesus is Alive – Now and Forever – End of Message –

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

March 29, 2026

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

This Saturday, April 4, there will be Ladies Brunch at Golden Corral at 9:30am. All ladies are invited! See Laura Shaw for more information.

Next Sunday is Easter!

A look ahead…

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

Sunday, April 12 The Echoes of Mercy will be with us in the evening service.

Save the Date: May 2, Fish Fry to benefit the Peru Children’s Home. Details to follow later.

Seek The Truth Recovery & Support Ministry is collecting donations of used devotionals, journals and faith based books. These can be turned in to Chris Dean, Jessica Arnett, the Obray’s or the Brucke’s.

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

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, March 29

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, March 30

6:00pm – Seek The Truth Recovery & Support Ministry

Tuesday, March 31

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

Wednesday, April 1

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm -Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, April 2

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Saturday, April 4

9:30am – Ladies Brunch/Golden Corral

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

We are about to enter springtime. It’s not too hot or too cold. What a GREAT time to focus on faithfulness. Do your best to be here faithfully!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

March 22, 2026

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

This afternoon, the Youth Choir will practice at 4:30pm and then sing in the service tonight.

Today is the celebration of our church’s birthday! We will fellowship in our new dining hall after the service tonight so be sure to bring a snack or dessert & drinks to share!

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

This Saturday, there will be a Men’s Fellowship Breakfast at 8am in the dining room. Please sign up if you will be attending so that we can prepare accordingly. Sign up sheet is just outside the sound booth.

Seek The Truth Recovery & Support Ministry is collecting donations of used devotionals, journals and faith based books. These can be turned in to Chris Dean, Jessica Arnett, the Obray’s or the Brucke’s.

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

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, March 22

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, March 23

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

Tuesday, March 24

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

6:00pm – VBS Work Detail/activity building

Wednesday, March 25

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm -Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, March 26

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Saturday, March 28

8:00am – Men’s Fellowship Breakfast/dining room

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

Take a moment to reflect on how good the Lord has been to you! It is humbling. We know we don’t deserve it but that shows the love of God!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

March 15, 2026

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.

This Tuesday there will be a VBS Work Detail at 6pm/activity bldg

This Friday 6:30pm-8:30pm, is the ladies cookie exchange & time of fellowship in the new dining area. Please sign up if you would like to be a part of the cookie exchange with more details to follow! Please see Amy Wallace or Stacey Thompson for more info!

A look ahead… 

Next Sunday, March 22 the Singing Echoes will sing in our 11am service.

Next Sunday March 22 the Youth Choir will practice at 4:30pm and then sing in the evening service.

Saturday, March 28, Men’s Fellowship Breakfast at 8am in the new dining area. Please sign up if you will be attending so that we can prepare accordingly. Sign up sheet is just outside the sound booth.

Saturday, March 28 RISE Ministry meets 12pm-3pm/fellowship hall.

Seek The Truth Recovery & Support Ministry is collecting donations of used devotionals, journals and faith based books. These can be turned in to Chris Dean, Jessica Arnett, the Obray’s or the Brucke’s.

Pray for our Missionary of the week: Richard Johnson & family, New York City, NY

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, March 15

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, March 16

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

Tuesday, March 17

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

6:00pm – VBS Work Detail/activity building

Wednesday, March 18

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm -Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, March 19

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Friday, March 20

6:30pm-8:30pm – Ladies Cookie Exchang/new dining area

Saturday, March 21

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

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

Most people are intimidated by witnessing. It’s not as hard as Satan wants you to think. Try it! I promise you will be blessed!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

March 8, 2026

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

This Tuesday there will be a VBS Work Detail at 6pm/activity bldg

This Saturday the LEAP Ministry meets 10am-12pm/fellowship hall.

A look ahead… 

Friday, March 20 6:30pm-8:30pm, there will be a ladies cookie exchange & time of fellowship in the new dining area. Please sign up if you would like to be a part of the cookie exchange with more details to follow! Please see Amy Wallace or Stacey Thompson for more info!

Sunday, March 22 the Singing Echoes will sing in our 11am service.

Sunday March 22 the Youth Choir will practice at 4:30pm and then sing in the evening service.

Saturday, March 28, Men’s Fellowship Breakfast at 8am in the new dining area. Please sign up if you will be attending so that we can prepare accordingly. Sign up sheet is just outside the sound booth.

Saturday, March 28 RISE Ministry meets 12pm-3pm/fellowship hall.

Seek The Truth Recovery & Support Ministry is collecting donations of used devotionals, journals and faith based books. These can be turned in to Chris Dean, Jessica Arnett, the Obray’s or the Brucke’s.

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

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, March 8

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, March 9

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

Tuesday, March 10

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

6:00pm – VBS Work Detail/activity building

Wednesday, March 11

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm -Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, March 12

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Saturday, March 14

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

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

Take time to think of someone that’s going through a hard time! Go to them and take on the role of an encourager. You don’t have to look far to see somebody that needs it! Bless you for doing it!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

March 1, 2026

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

Before going to bed this Saturday night, remember to set your clocks forward one hour (“spring forward”) as Daylight Saving Time begins!

A look ahead… 

Saturday, March 14 the LEAP Ministry will meet 10am-12pm in the fellowship hall.

Sunday, March 22 the Singing Echoes will sing in our 11am service.

Sunday March 22 the Youth Choir will practice at 4:30pm and then sing in the evening service.

Saturday, March 28 we will have a Men’s Fellowship Breakfast at 8am in the new dining area. Please sign up if you will be attending so that we can prepare accordingly. Sign up sheet is just outside the sound booth.

Saturday, March 28 the RISE Ministry will meet 12pm-3pm in the fellowship hall.

Seek The Truth Recovery and Support Ministry is collecting donations of used devotionals, journals and faith based books. These can be turned in to Chris Dean, Jessica Arnett, the Obray’s or the Brucke’s.

Pray for our Missionary of the week: Home With A Heart, Serving SC

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, March 1

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, March 2

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

Tuesday, March 3

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

Wednesday, March 4

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm -Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, March 5

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Saturday, March 7

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

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

It amazes me how quickly time passes. Here we are now a couple of months into 2026. If you have any undone business with God – NOW is the time to take care of it!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

February 22, 2026

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 Youth Choir will practice at 4:30pm and then sing in the service tonight.

A look ahead… 

Saturday, March 14 the LEAP Ministry will meet 10am-12pm in the fellowship hall.

Sunday, March 22 the Singing Echoes will sing in our 11am service.

Sunday March 22 the Youth Choir will practice at 4:30pm and then sing in the evening service.

Saturday, March 28 the RISE Ministry will meet 12pm-3pm in the fellowship hall.

Seek The Truth Recovery and Support Ministry is collecting donations of used devotionals, journals and faith based books. These can be turned in to Chris Dean, Jessica Arnett, the Obray’s or the Brucke’s.

Please prayerfully consider volunteering to take a turn in our In Service Prayer Room and/or our Thursday night live call in prayer line. Sign up sheets are just outside the sound booth.

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

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, February 22

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, February 23

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

Tuesday, February 24

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

Wednesday, February 25

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm -Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, February 26

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

It is so easy to let things slip! Whatever you do, however busy you get; Don’t let yourself forget to pray and study the Word! Our spiritual growth depends on it!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

February 15, 2026

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

This evening, the Georgia Trio will be singing in our 6pm service. Do your best to join us!

A look ahead… 

Next Sunday, 2/22 the Youth Choir will practice at 4:30pm and then sing in the evening service.

Seek The Truth Recovery and Support Ministry is collecting donations of used devotionals, journals and faith based books. These can be turned in to Chris Dean, Jessica Arnett, the Obray’s or the Brucke’s.

Please prayerfully consider volunteering to take a turn in our In Service Prayer Room and/or our Thursday night live call in prayer line. 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, February 15

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, February 16

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

Tuesday, February 17

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

Wednesday, February 18

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm -Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, February 19

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

Ask yourself about your influence! What kind of example are you? What if many people were just like you? We need to be sold out to the Lord for ourselves AND for our example’s sake!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

February 8, 2026

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 Tract Ministry will not meet this Wednesday due to a problem at Fellowship Tract League.

This Saturday the LEAP Ministry will meet in the fellowship hall, 10am-12pm.

This Saturday the RISE Ministry will meet, 12pm-3pm at Dot Whitten’s home.

A look ahead… 

Next Sunday, 2/15/26 the Georgia Trio will be singing in our 6pm service.

Sunday, 2/22 the Youth Choir will practice at 4:30pm and then sing in the evening service.

Seek The Truth Recovery and Support Ministry is collecting donations of used devotionals, journals and faith based books. These can be turned in to Chris Dean, Jessica Arnett, the Obray’s or the Brucke’s.

Please prayerfully consider volunteering to take a turn in our In Service Prayer Room and/or our Thursday night live call in prayer line. 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, February 8

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, February 9

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

Tuesday, February 10

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

Wednesday, February 11

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

Tract Ministry is off this week/see note

6:30pm -Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, February 12

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Saturday, February 14

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

12:00pm-3:00pm – RISE Ministry/Dot Whitten’s home

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

Valentines Day is coming up! Be sure to show your love to your spouse. Also be sure to express and show your love to God!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

February 1, 2026

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 Saturday, 2/14 the LEAP Ministry will meet in the fellowship hall, 10am-12pm.

Next Saturday, 2/14 the RISE Ministry will meet, 12pm-3pm. Location to be determined.

A look ahead… 

Sunday, 2/22 the Youth Choir will practice at 4:30pm and then sing in the evening service.

Seek The Truth Recovery and Support Ministry is collecting donations of used devotionals, journals and faith based books. These can be turned in to Chris Dean, Jessica Arnett, the Obray’s or the Brucke’s.

Please prayerfully consider volunteering to take a turn in our In Service Prayer Room and/or our Thursday night live call in prayer line. Sign up sheets are just outside the sound booth.

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

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, February 1

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, February 2

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

Tuesday, February 3

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

Wednesday, February 4

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm -Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, February 5

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Saturday, February 7

5:00pm-8:30pm – Parents’ Night Out

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

It’s hard to believe that an entire month of 2026 has come and gone already! Do your best to make your time count. Opportunities vanish with the passing of time!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

January 25, 2026

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

This afternoon the Youth Choir will practice at 4:30pm and then sing in the service tonight.

A look ahead… 

Saturday, 2/14 the LEAP Ministry will meet in the fellowship hall, 10am-12pm.

Saturday, 2/14 the RISE Ministry will meet, 12pm-3pm. Location to be determined.

Seek The Truth Recovery and Support Ministry is collecting donations of used devotionals, journals and faith based books. These can be turned in to Chris Dean, Jessica Arnett, the Obray’s or the Brucke’s.

Please prayerfully consider volunteering to take a turn in our In Service Prayer Room and/or our Thursday night live call in 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, January 25

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, January 26

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

Tuesday, January 27

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

Wednesday, January 28

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm -Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, January 29

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

Time flies by before you realize it! Most of us can look back to our youth and now we are parents and grandparents. It seems like it was yesterday, we were young. Serve the Lord now, while you can.

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

January 18, 2026

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 Bible College classes have started and all are welcome to join us this Thursday at 7pm in the fellowship hall.

A look ahead… 

Next Sunday, 1/25 the Youth Choir will practice at 4:30pm and then sing in the evening service.

Seek The Truth Recovery and Support Ministry is collecting donations of used devotionals, journals and faith based books. These can be turned in to Chris Dean, Jessica Arnett, the Obray’s or the Brucke’s.

Please prayerfully consider volunteering to take a turn in our In Service Prayer Room and/or our Thursday night live call in prayer line. Sign up sheets are just outside the sound booth.

Pray for our Missionary of the week: Fellowship Tract League, Worldwide: Gethsemane Baptist Temple

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, January 18

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, January 19

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

Tuesday, January 20

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

Wednesday, January 21

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm -Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, January 22

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Friday, January 23

Saturday, January 24

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

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

Are your New Year’s resolutions still alive or have you already canned them? Everyday is a good day to start over! Make steps of progress in your spiritual life everyday!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

January 11, 2026

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 classes started last Thursday but it’s not too late to start! Join us Thursday in the fellowship hall at 7pm.

A look ahead… 

Saturday, 1/24 the RISE Ministry will meet 12pm-3pm in the fellowship hall.

Sunday, 1/25 the Youth Choir will practice at 4:30pm and then sing in the evening service.

Seek The Truth Recovery and Support Ministry is collecting donations of used devotionals, journals and faith based books. These can be turned in to Chris Dean, Jessica Arnett, the Obray’s or the Brucke’s.

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

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, January 11

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, January 12

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

Tuesday, January 13

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

Wednesday, January 14

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm -Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, January 15

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Saturday, January 17

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

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

God is an awesome loving God! If we are godly, we cannot have hate in our lives. Hate is the opposite of love!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

January 4, 2026

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

This Thursday we will have our first Bible College class of the New Year. Classes meet in the fellowship hall each Thursday at 7pm.

This Saturday the LEAP Ministry will meet 10am-12pm in the fellowship hall.

A look ahead… 

Saturday, 1/24 the RISE Ministry will meet 12pm-3pm in the fellowship hall.

Sunday, 1/25 the Youth Choir will practice at 4:30pm and then sing in the evening service.

Seek The Truth Recovery and Support Ministry is collecting donations of used devotionals, journals and faith based books. These can be turned in to Chris Dean, Jessica Arnett, the Obray’s or the Brucke’s.

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

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, January 4

5:00pm – Young Adult Bible Study (HS graduates-20s)/teen room

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, January 5

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

Tuesday, January 6

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

Wednesday, January 7

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm -Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, January 8

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Saturday, January 10

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

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

Happy New Year! Plan now to be more to be more prayerful, more faithful and more involved. We are inching toward the Rapture! Serve Him and make the time count!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

December 28, 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

This Wednesday we will have our regular service, then break and have coffee, muffins, etc in the activity building for those that want to stay. We will then reconvene around 9:30pm/10pm and have a watch night service. Please note that Church-wide visitation, Discovery Bible Clubs, & Tract Ministry are off.

A look ahead… 

Thursday, 1/8 we will have our first Bible College class of the new year. Classes meet in the fellowship hall each Thursday at 7pm.

Saturday, 1/10 the LEAP Ministry will meet 10am-12pm in the fellowship hall.

Saturday, 1/24 the RISE Ministry will meet 12pm-3pm in the fellowship hall.

Seek The Truth Recovery and Support Ministry is collecting donations of used devotionals, journals and faith based books. These can be turned in to Chris Dean, Jessica Arnett, the Obray’s or the Brucke’s.

Please bring sleeping bags and gloves only for the homeless thru December & leave them in the fellowship hall. No other items are being accepted at this time.

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

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, December 28

5:00pm – Young Adult Bible Study (HS graduates-20s)/teen room

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, December 29

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

Tuesday, December 30

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

Wednesday, December 31

No Church-wide Visitation

No Tract Ministry

No Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, January 1

Happy New Year!

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

Make the decision now to serve God better in 2026 than you did in 2025! Time is quickly passing by. Make it count for God!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

December 21, 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 we will have our Christmas Program and special music. After the service we will go to the activity building for a Fellowship Supper. Bring enough food, dessert, drinks etc for your family & extra for visitors. We will put it all together & enjoy a meal and fellowship.

This Wednesday will be a candlelight service. Churchwide visitation, Discovery Bible Clubs, Teen Church & Tract Ministry are off.

A look ahead… 

Wednesday, December 31, we will have our regular service, then break and have coffee, muffins, etc in the activity building for those that want to stay. We will then reconvene around 9:30pm/10pm and have a watch night service. Discovery Bible Clubs, & Tract Ministry are off.

Seek The Truth Recovery and Support Ministry is collecting donations of used devotionals, journals and faith based books. These can be turned in to Chris Dean, Jessica Arnett, the Obray’s or the Brucke’s.

Please bring sleeping bags and gloves only for the homeless thru December & leave them in the fellowship hall. No other items are being accepted at this time.

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

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, December 21

5:00pm – Young Adult Bible Study (HS graduates-20s)/teen room

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, December 22

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

Tuesday, December 23

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

Wednesday, December 24

No Church-wide Visitation

No Tract Ministry

No Discovery Bible Clubs

No Teen Church

Thursday, December 25

Merry CHRISTmas!

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

Merry Christmas to you and your family. Rejoice over the gift of salvation Jesus gave to you! It’s not about commercialism; it’s all about Christ!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

December 14, 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

Today the Adult Choir will have Christmas play practice at 4:45pm.

A look ahead… 

Next Sunday night we will have our Christmas Play and special music. After the service we will go to the activity building for a Fellowship Supper. Bring enough food, dessert, drinks etc for your family & extra for visitors. We will put it all together & enjoy a meal and fellowship.

Wednesday, December 24, will be a candlelight service. Churchwide visitation, Discovery Bible Clubs, Teen Church & Tract Ministry are off.

Wednesday, December 31, we will have our regular service, then break and have coffee, muffins, etc in the activity building for those that want to stay. We will then reconvene around 9:30pm/10pm and have a watch night service. Discovery Bible Clubs, & Tract Ministry are off.

Seek The Truth Recovery and Support Ministry is collecting donations of used devotionals, journals and faith based books. These can be turned in to Chris Dean, Jessica Arnett, the Obray’s or the Brucke’s.

Please bring sleeping bags only for the homeless thru December & leave them in the fellowship hall. No other items are being accepted at this time.

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

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, December 14

5:00pm – Young Adult Bible Study (HS graduates-20s)/teen room

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, December 15

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

Tuesday, December 16

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

Wednesday, December 17

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm – Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, December 18

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

As we approach the Christmas Holidays, be sure to remind yourself who it is about! Keep your focus on Christ and NOT commercialism.

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

December 7, 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

Please see Tonya Dotson if you would like to sponsor a child from our local community for Christmas.

Today (and next Sunday, 12/14) the Adult Choir will have Christmas play practice at 4:45pm.

This Friday, the RISE Ministry will have a Christmas Party, 1pm-4pm at Deborah Pilgrim’s home.

This Saturday, the LEAP Ministry will meet 10am-12pm in the fellowship hall.

A look ahead… 

Sunday night, December 21 we will have special Christmas music and our Christmas play. After the service we will all gather at the activity building for a Christmas Fellowship Supper. Plan to bring enough food, dessert, drinks etc for your family and extra for visitors. We will put it all together and enjoy a meal and a time of fellowship.

Wednesday, December 24, will be a candlelight service. Church-wide visitation, Discovery Bible Clubs, Teen Church & Tract Ministry are off.

Please continue to bring coats, cold weather clothing, sleeping bags, etc for the homeless through December. Items will be distributed sometime after the new year. Leave all items in the fellowship hall.

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

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, December 7

5:00pm – Young Adult Bible Study (HS graduates-20s)/teen room

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, December 8

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

Tuesday, December 9

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

Wednesday, December 10

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm – Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, December 11

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Friday, December 12

1:00pm-4:00pm – RISE Ministry Christmas Party/see note

Saturday, December 13

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

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

Just because Thanksgiving Day has passed, don’t quit being thankful. God is Good! – Be appreciative and tell the Lord regularly how thankful you are!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

November 30, 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

Please continue to bring coats, cold weather clothing, sleeping bags, etc for the homeless thru December. Items will be distributed sometime after the new year. Leave all items in the fellowship hall.

A look ahead… 

Next Sunday, December 7 and the following Sunday, December 14, the Adult Choir will have Christmas Play practice at 4:45pm.

Friday, December 12, the RISE Ministry will have a Christmas Party, 1pm-4pm at Deborah Pilgrim’s home.

Saturday, December 13, the LEAP Ministry will meet 10am-12pm in the fellowship hall.

Sunday night , December 21 we will have special Christmas music and our Christmas play. After the service we will all gather at the activity building for a Christmas Fellowship Supper. Plan to bring enough food, dessert, drinks etc for your family and extra for visitors. We will put it all together and enjoy a meal and a time of fellowship.

Wednesday, December 24, we will have a candlelight service. Church wide visitation, Discovery Bible Clubs, Teen Church & The Tract Ministry will all be off.

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

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, November 30

5:00pm – Young Adult Bible Study (HS graduates-20s)/teen room

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, December 1

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

Tuesday, December 2

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

Wednesday, December 3

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm – Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, December 4

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Saturday, December 6

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

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

Just because Thanksgiving Day has passed, don’t stop being thankful. God is Good! – All the time! Be a person of gratitude!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

November 23, 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

Today is the last day to bring coats, cold weather clothing and canned goods for the homeless for distribution tomorrow. Leave items in the fellowship hall.

Today, The Youth Choir will practice at 4:30pm & sing in the service tonight.

This Wednesday, we will have Communion.

The Tract Ministry will still meet as usual this Wednesday!

Discovery Bible Clubs & Teen Church are off this Wednesday.

A look ahead…

Next Sunday, December 7 and the following Sunday, December 14, the Adult Choir will have Christmas Play practice at 4:45pm.

Friday, December 12, the RISE Ministry will have a Christmas Party, 1pm-4pm at Deborah Pilgrim’s home.

Saturday, December 13, the LEAP Ministry will meet 10am-12pm in the fellowship hall.

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

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, November 23

5:00pm – Young Adult Bible Study (HS graduates-20s)/teen room

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, November 24

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

Tuesday, November 25

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

Wednesday, November 26

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

Discovery Bible Clubs are off this week

Teen Church is off this week

Thursday, November 27

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

Does every prayer have to be a request we have? Why not talk to the Lord sometimes without asking for anything? Let God know we love Him, not just what we can get from Him!!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

November 16, 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

This morning, we will have Baby Dedication during our 11:00am service. You don’t have to sign up to participate.

Today at 4:45pm the Adult Choir will have Christmas Play practice.

Tonight, there will be a meeting for all youth workers immediately after the evening service in the new kitchen/dining hall. We will follow up on ideas submitted during our recent appreciation dinner, and you are welcome to submit new ideas as well. Please give those to Tony in writing before tonight.

A look ahead…

Next Sunday, November 23, The Youth Choir will practice at 4:30pm and then sing in the evening service.

Wednesday, November 26, we will have Communion during the service.

Wednesday, November 26, Discovery Bible Clubs and Teen Church, will be off.

Please note: The RISE Ministry is postponed this month and will meet again on December 12. Details to follow later.

Pray for our Missionary of the week: Tabernacle Radio Station, WTBI

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, November 16

5:00pm – Young Adult Bible Study (HS graduates-20s)/teen room

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, November 17

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

Tuesday, November 18

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

Wednesday, November 19

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm – Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, November 20

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

As you get closer to Thanksgiving, I want to encourage you to begin counting your blessings. It will take you a long time to accurately count them all. God is good!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

November 9, 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, we will incorporate our Bible College Graduation into the evening service. We will still have preaching as usual.

This Tuesday, November 11 at 11am Honor for Heroes will host a special memorial service honoring the sacrifice of Private Curtis Adams of Anderson, SC and the Wereth 11 (WWII) at the American Legion Post 14 on Greenville St in Anderson. The event is free & open to the public. In case of inclement weather, the ceremony will move inside.

A look ahead…

Next Sunday morning, November 16, we will have Baby Dedication during our 11:00am service. You don’t have to sign up to participate.

Next Sunday night, November 16, there will be a meeting for all youth workers immediately after the evening service in the new kitchen/dining hall. We will follow up on ideas submitted during our recent appreciation dinner, and you are welcome to submit new ideas as well. Please give those to Tony in writing before November 16.

Please note: The RISE Ministry is postponed this month and will meet again on December 12. Details to follow later.

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

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, November 9

5:00pm – Young Adult Bible Study (HS graduates-20s)/teen room

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, November 10

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

Tuesday, November 11

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

Wednesday, November 12

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm – Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, November 13

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Saturday, November 15

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

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

I want you to know that I really do appreciate and love each and every one of you. God has truly blessed us with GREAT people here at Gethsemane. May the Lord bless you greatly!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

November 2, 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

A HUGE THANKS to everyone that helped with the Halls of Hell Program. Whether you directed, planned, built props, was an actor, guide, counselor, provided meals/desserts, made donations, worked in the kitchen, were part of the welcome team, security team, worked in the nursery, etc., all of you are appreciated and it couldn’t have been done without each and everyone of you!!

This morning, Chosen Road will be singing during the SS hour and the music portion of our Early & 11:00am services.

A look ahead…

Next Sunday, November 9, we will incorporate our Bible College Graduation into the evening service. We’ll still have preaching as usual.

Sunday, November 16, we will have Baby Dedication during our 11:00am service. You don’t have to sign up to participate.

Sunday, November 16, there will be a meeting for all youth workers immediately after the evening service in the new kitchen/dining hall. We will follow up on ideas submitted during our recent appreciation dinner, and you are welcome to submit new ideas as well. Please give those to Tony in writing before November 16.

Please note: The RISE Ministry will be postponed this month and will meet again on December 12. Details to follow later.

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

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, November 2

5:00pm – Young Adult Bible Study (HS graduates-20s)/teen room

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, November 3

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

Tuesday, November 4

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

Wednesday, November 5

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm – Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, November 6

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

Wouldn’t it be great if society focused on the spiritual instead of the spooky? The world is captivated by Halloween instead of Hallelujah!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

October 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

Today, 3:00pm-5:30pm, there will be a Halls of Hell practice for all actors for all scenes, all guides and all counselors.

This afternoon, the Youth Choir will practice at 4:30pm and then sing in the evening service.

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

Due to the Halls of Hell program being this week, Thursday-Saturday (Wednesday is for GBT only) the Tract Ministry, Discovery Bible Clubs & Teen Church are off this week.

A look ahead…

Next Sunday, November 2, Chosen Road will be singing during the SS hour and the music portion of our Early & 11:00am services.

Saturday, November 8, the SALT Ministry is going to the Billy Graham Museum & it’s open to Seek The Truth & other GBT members. 75 slots are available. There are three sign up sheets. Please sign up on the appropriate one. We will leave GBT at 8:30am sharp and return by 5pm. Everyone is responsible for their own lunch. See sign up sheets for details.

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

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, October 26

5:00pm – Young Adult Bible Study (HS graduates-20s)/teen room

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, October 27

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

Tuesday, October 28

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

Wednesday, October 29

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm-10:00pm – Halls of Hell Program (for GBT only)

Thursday, October 30

**6:00pm-10:00pm – Halls of Hell Program **

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Friday, October 31

**6:00pm-11:00pm – Halls of Hell Program **

Saturday, November 1

**5:30pm-11:00pm – Halls of Hell Program **

** For large groups please call 864-617-3459 for reservations**

*Nursery/Children’s area provided each night.*

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

How would you grade your prayer life? If you self evaluate, it will cause you to improve. Would your prayer life be an “A” or a failing grade? Something to think about for sure!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

October 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

Today is Ladies Day!!

Today and next Sunday, 3:00pm-5:30pm, there will be a Halls of Hell practice for all actors for all scenes and all guides.

The Singing Echoes will be singing in our 6pm service tonight.

This Wednesday night, we will have a Soul Winning Clinic.

This Saturday, the SALT Ministry is going to Riverside Baptist Church for a combined potluck and singing. We will leave the church at 5:15pm. See sign up sheet for details.

A look ahead…

Next Sunday, October 26, the Youth Choir will practice at 4:30pm and then sing in the evening service.

Next Sunday, October 26, we will have Baptism immediately following the evening service. If you would like to be baptized, bring a towel & change of clothes and attend a brief meeting with Preacher Sam at 5:30pm in the fellowship hall.

Next Wednesday, October 29, The Discovery Bible Clubs will be off due to the Halls of Hell program.

Our Halls of Hell Program is next week, Wednesday, October 29 through Saturday, November 1. (Wednesday is for our folks only).

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, October 19

5:00pm – Young Adult Bible Study (HS graduates-20s)/teen room

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, October 20

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

Tuesday, October 21

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

Wednesday, October 22

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm – Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, October 23

7:00pm – Bible College (last class of this year)

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Saturday, October 25

5:15pm – SALT Ministry leaving for potluck & singing

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

Take time to remind yourself just how good God has been to you. None of us deserve all our blessings. It will create gratitude as you think about His goodness!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

October 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

Today is Men’s Day!!

Tonight, immediately after the service, there will be a short meeting of the Halls of Hell “counselors.”

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

A look ahead…

Saturday, October 18, the SALT Ministry will take a day trip to get apples. We will leave the church at 8:30am. See sign up sheet for details.

Next Sunday, October 19 will be Ladies Day!

Next Sunday, October 19, The Singing Echoes will be singing in our 6pm service.

Saturday, October 25, the SALT Ministry will be going to Riverside Baptist Church for a combined potluck and singing. We will leave the church at 5:15pm. See sign up sheet for details.

Our Halls of Hell Program will be October 29 – November 1

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

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, October 12

5:00pm – Young Adult Bible Study (HS graduates-20s)/teen room

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, October 13

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

Tuesday, October 14

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

Wednesday, October 15

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm – Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, October 16

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Saturday, October 18

8:30am – SALT Ministry leaving for day trip

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

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

Does your life honor God? Do we bring more focus to ourselves or to Him? Only He is worthy of honor, credit and glory!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

October 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

The Georgia Gospel Trio will be singing in our 6pm service tonight!

This Saturday, the LEAP Ministry will meet 10am-12pm in the fellowship hall.

A look ahead…

Next Sunday, October 12 will be Men’s Day!

Saturday, October 18, the RISE Ministry will meet 12pm-3pm in the fellowship hall.

Sunday, October 19 will be Ladies Day!

Sunday, October 19, The Singing Echoes will be singing in our 6pm service.

Our Halls of Hell Program will be October 30-November 1

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

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, October 5

5:00pm – Young Adult Bible Study (HS graduates-20s)/teen room

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, October 6

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

Tuesday, October 7

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

Wednesday, October 8

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm – Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, October 9

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Saturday, October 11

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

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

It is an HONOR to serve the Lord! Don’t ever look at it as an obligation or chore. Thank the Lord, He allows us a part in HIS plan.

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

September 28, 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

Today, the Youth Choir will practice at 4:30pm and then sing in the service tonight.

This Tuesday at 6:00pm there will be a Tabernacle Fellowship with preaching and encouragement.

A look ahead…

Next Sunday, October 5, the Georgia Gospel Trio will be singing in our 6pm service.

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

Sunday, October 12 will be Men’s Day!

Saturday, October 18, the RISE Ministry will meet 12pm-3pm in the fellowship hall.

Sunday, October 19 will be Ladies Day!

Sunday, October 19, The Singing Echoes will be singing in our 6pm service.

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

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, September 28

5:00pm – Young Adult Bible Study (HS graduates-20s)/teen room

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, September 29

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

Tuesday, September 30

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

6:00pm – Tabernacle Fellowship/Preaching & Encouragement

Wednesday, October 1

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm – Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, October 2

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Saturday, October 4

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

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

We all get weary along the way but remember, Heaven will be worth every mile of the trip. Buckle down and serve God the best you possibly can!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

September 21, 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

Jonathan McClain is leading a new Bible Study for young adults (high school graduates–20s) that meets in the teen room on Sundays at 5pm. If you are interested, come join us and if you know of anyone in that age range, turn in their name and we will contact them.

This Tuesday, the SALT Ministry will have a potluck supper at 6pm in the activity building. See the sign up sheet for details.

A look ahead…

Next Sunday, September 28, the Youth Choir will practice at 4:30pm and then sing in the evening service.

Sunday, October 5, the Georgia Gospel Trio will be singing in our 6pm service.

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

Pray for our Missionary of the week: Ed Strickland: Barzillai Baptist Ministries: Midwest & Mountain West

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, September 21

5:00pm – Young Adult Bible Study (HS graduates-20s)/teen room

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, September 22

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

Tuesday, September 23

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

6:00pm – SALT Ministry potluck supper

Wednesday, September 24

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm – Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, September 25

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

Prayer is the oil in the machinery of faith! Your spiritual life will be weakened if you don’t take time to talk to the Lord! Always remember you need Him!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

September 14, 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

Jonathan McClain is leading a new Bible Study for young adults (high school graduates–20s) that meets in the teen room on Sundays at 5pm. Today will be their second meeting. If you are interested, come join us and if you know of anyone in that age range, turn in their name and we will contact them.

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

A look ahead…

Tuesday, September 23, the SALT Ministry will have a potluck supper at 6pm in the activity building.

Sunday, September 28, the Youth Choir will practice at 4:30pm and then sing in the evening service.

Sunday, October 5, the Georgia Gospel Trio will be singing in our 6pm service.

Pray for our Missionary of the week: Shalom House Ministries: Women’s Recovery Center, Belton, SC

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, September 14

5:00pm – Young Adult Bible Study (HS graduates-20s)/teen room

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, September 15

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

Tuesday, September 16

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

Wednesday, September 17

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm – Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, September 18

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Saturday, September 20

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

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

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

God is AWESOME!! Everything about the Lord is Supernatural. Never forget the blessing of being in HIS family!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

September 7, 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

Today at 5:00pm the first meeting of a new Bible study that Jonathan McClain is leading for young adults (high school graduates–20s) will meet in the teen room. If you are interested, come join us and if you know of anyone in that age range, turn in their name and we will contact them.

A look ahead…

Saturday, September 20, we will have a churchwide work detail starting at 8:30am.

Saturday, September 20, the RISE Ministry will meet 12pm-3pm in the fellowship hall.

Tuesday, September 23, the SALT Ministry will have a potluck supper at 6pm in the fellowship hall. See sign up sheet for details.

Sunday, September 28, the Youth Choir will practice at 4:30pm and then sing in the evening service.

Pray for our Missionary of the week: Seek The Truth: Recovery & Support Ministry at GBT

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, September 7

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, September 8

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

Tuesday, September 9

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

Wednesday, September 10

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm – Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, September 11

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Saturday, September 13

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

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

I want to thank you for being “You”! We have the best church and best people you could ever find. Thank you for all your support!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

August 31, 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

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

Today is the last day to sign up for the Appreciation Dinner for our youth workers, which will be on Tuesday, September 9. This is for all youth workers who have helped this year in any youth ministry, from nursery to college. See Tony Walker with any questions; the signup sheet is at the Teen Room door.

Tonight, we will have a Commissioning Service for Josh & Christal Hicks and Ed Strickland in the evening service followed by a Church-wide potluck fellowship immediately after the service, in the activity building. Bring your favorite dishes, sandwiches, snacks, desserts, drinks, etc., and we’ll put it all together for our time of fellowship.

Jonathan McClain will be leading a new Bible study for young adults (high school graduates–20s). Their first meeting will be Sunday, September 7 at 5:00pm in the teen room. See him if you are interested, and if you know of anyone in that age range, turn in their name and we will contact them.

A look ahead…

Saturday, September 13, the LEAP Ministry will meet 10am-12pm in the fellowship hall.

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

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, August 31

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, September 1

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

Tuesday, September 2

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

Wednesday, September 3

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm – Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, September 4

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Saturday, September 6

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

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

Be a soul winner! The greatest thing you can ever do in your entire life is to win another person to Christ. It pays great also! God will bless you for your obedience!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

August 24, 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

Jonathan McClain is interested in starting a Bible study for young adults (high school graduates–20s) that meets weekly, possibly on Sunday afternoons. See him if you are interested, and if you know of anyone in that age range, turn in their name and we will contact them.

A look ahead… 

Next Sunday, August 31, the Youth Choir will practice at 4pm and then sing in the evening service.

Next Sunday, August 31, we will have a Commissioning Service for Josh & Christal Hicks and Ed Strickland in the evening service followed by a Church-wide potluck fellowship immediately after the service, in the activity building. Bring your favorite dishes, sandwiches, snacks, desserts, drinks, etc., and we’ll put it all together for our time of fellowship.

Tuesday, September 9, there will be an Appreciation Dinner for our youth workers. This is for all youth workers who have helped this year in any youth ministry, from nursery to college. The deadline to sign up is Sunday, August 31. See Tony Walker with any questions; the signup sheet is at the Teen Room door.

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

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, August 24

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, August 25

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

Tuesday, August 26

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

Wednesday, August 27

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm – Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, August 28

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

God is an awesome, prayer answering God! We can always depend on Him! Just pray & trust; God will deliver the blessing!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

August 17, 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

Jonathan McClain is interested in starting a Bible study for young adults (high school graduates–20s) that meets weekly, possibly on Sunday afternoons. See him if you are interested, and if you know of anyone in that age range, turn in their name and we will contact them.

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

A look ahead… 

Sunday, August 31, the Youth Choir will practice at 4pm and then sing in the evening service.

Sunday, August 31, we will have a Commissioning Service for Josh & Christal Hicks and Ed Strickland in the evening service followed by a Church-wide potluck fellowship immediately after the service, in the activity building. Bring your favorite dishes, sandwiches, snacks, desserts, drinks, etc., and we’ll put it all together for our time of fellowship.

Tuesday, September 9, there will be an Appreciation Dinner for our youth workers. This is for all youth workers who have helped this year in any youth ministry, from nursery to college. The deadline to sign up is Sunday, August 31. See Tony Walker with any questions; the signup sheet is at the Teen Room door.

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

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, August 17

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, August 18

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

Tuesday, August 19

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

Wednesday, August 20

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm – Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, August 21

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Saturday, August 23

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

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

God truly is good all the time! We soon forget how He has blessed us and our families. Always remind yourself about the goodness of God!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

August 10, 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

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

A look ahead… 

Friday, August 22, SALT Ministry potluck supper at 5:30pm in the activity building. See the sign up sheet for details.

Saturday, August 23, RISE Ministry will meet 12pm-3pm in the fellowship hall.

Sunday, August 31, Youth Choir will practice at 4pm and then sing in the evening service.

Sunday, August 31, we will have a Church-wide fellowship and Commissioning Service for Josh & Christal Hicks and Ed Strickland after the evening service in the activity building.

Tuesday, September 9, there will be an Appreciation Dinner for our youth workers. This is for all youth workers who have helped this year in any youth ministry, from nursery to college. The deadline to sign up is Sunday, August 31. See Tony Walker with any questions; the signup sheet is at the Teen Room door.

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

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, August 10

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, August 11

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

Tuesday, August 12

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

Wednesday, August 13

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm – Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, August 14

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Saturday, August 16

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

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

Thanksgiving is months away according to the calendar BUT every day we should be thankful. Take a quick moment to review all your blessings and whisper a prayer to thank the Lord!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

August 3, 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

This morning at the beginning of our 11am service, we will have our Back to School prayer with our students (K-College), & all that work with any school in any capacity, gathered at the altar.

Today at 3pm, there will be a community wide back to school prayer at the Crescent FFA Arena. Everyone is invited to attend.

This Saturday, the LEAP Ministry will meet 10am-12pm in the activity building.

A look ahead… 

Friday, August 22, SALT Ministry potluck supper at 5:30pm in the activity building. More details later.

Saturday, August 23, RISE Ministry will meet 12pm-3pm in the fellowship hall.

Sunday, August 31, Youth Choir will practice at 4pm and then sing in the evening service.

Sunday, August 31, Church-wide fellowship and Commissioning Service for Josh & Christal Hicks after the evening service.

Pray for our Missionary of the week: Nathan Sears: Peru, My Refuge house parents

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, August 3

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, August 4

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

Tuesday, August 5

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

Wednesday, August 6

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm – Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, August 7

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Saturday, August 9

10:00am-12:00pm – LEAP Ministry/activity building

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

Here we are – almost the latter part of 2025! Time really does pass quickly. Review your year! Did you do for the Lord as you had planned or hoped?

Get busy now!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

July 27, 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

Today, the Youth Choir will practice at 4pm and then sing in the service tonight.

This Saturday, we will have our Back to School Bash for children going into the 1st – 5th grades 10:30am-2:00pm (lunch will be served). Sign-in will be 10:00am-10:30am. See Aaron or Amanda Snelgrove with any questions.

A look ahead… 

Sunday, August 3, we will have our Back To School Prayer at the beginning of the 11am service.

Saturday, August 9 the LEAP Ministry will meet 10am-12pm in the activity building.

Saturday, August 23 the RISE Ministry will meet 12pm-3pm in the fellowship hall.

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

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, July 27

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, July 28

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

Tuesday, July 29

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

Wednesday, July 30

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm – Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, July 31

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Friday, August 1

5:30pm – SALT Ministry potluck supper/fellowship hall

Saturday, August 2

10:30am-2:00pm – Back to School Bash (for 1st-5th grade)

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

We are now in the middle of vacation season!

If you aren’t out of town, please help us keep things going while others may be on vacation. Take your family time but be faithful the other times. Thank you!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

July 20, 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

This Friday at 5:30pm, the SALT Ministry will have a potluck supper in the fellowship hall. Sign up if you will be attending and list the item(s) you’ll bring.

This Saturday, 12:00pm-3:00pm the RISE Ministry will meet in the fellowship hall.

A look ahead… 

Sunday, July 27, the Youth Choir will practice at 4pm and then sing in the evening service.

Sunday, July 27, after the evening service, we will have Open House for our new kitchen so be here and come take a tour!

Our Back-2-School Bash for children going into the 1st – 5th grades will be on Saturday, August 2, 10:30am-2:00pm (lunch will be served). Sign-in will be 10:00am-10:30am. If anyone would like to donate any school supplies please bring them and put them in the fellowship hall. See Aaron or Amanda Snelgrove with any questions.

Sunday, August 3, we will have our Back To School Prayer at the beginning of the 11am service.

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

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, July 20

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, July 21

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

Tuesday, July 22

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

Wednesday, July 23

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm – Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, July 24

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Friday, July 25

5:30pm – SALT Ministry potluck supper/fellowship hall

Saturday, July 26

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

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

Even though the patriotic services and ceremonies are over, keep praying for America! We still need prayer no doubt. Pray for revival across our land!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

July 13, 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

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

A look ahead… 

Friday, July 25 at 5:30pm, the SALT Ministry will have a potluck supper in the fellowship hall. Sign up if you will be attending and what item(s) you’ll bring.

Saturday, July 26, 12:00pm-3:00pm the RISE Ministry will meet in the fellowship hall.

Sunday, July 27, the Youth Choir will practice at 4pm and then sing in the evening service.

We will have our Back to School Bash on Saturday, August 2 for children going into the 1st – 5th grades. We will be accepting donations of school supplies and will provide more details as the time gets closer!

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

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, July 13

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, July 14

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

Tuesday, July 15

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

Wednesday, July 16

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm – Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, July 17

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Saturday, July 19

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

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

Some people think they are entitled but truthfully we are unworthy of all God’s blessing! Never forget the goodness of God in our everyday lives!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

July 6, 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

Pray for our teens and our youth workers that will be at Teen Camp (Middle School & High School) this week.

Please note that the Discovery Bible Clubs are off this week.

This Saturday at 8am, there will be a Men’s Fellowship Breakfast in the activity building. Please sign up if you will be attending.

This Saturday 10am-12pm the LEAP Ministry will meet in the fellowship hall.

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

A look ahead… 

Friday, July 25 at 5:30pm, the SALT Ministry will have a potluck supper in the fellowship hall. Sign up if you will be attending.

Saturday, July 26, 12:00pm-3:00pm the RISE Ministry will meet in the fellowship hall.

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

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, July 6

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, July 7

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

Tuesday, July 8

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

Wednesday, July 9

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

Discovery Bible Clubs are off this week

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, July 10

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Friday, July 11

Saturday, July 12

8:00am – Men’s Fellowship Breakfast/activity building

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

In Service Prayer Room:

Sun.–Early – Please volunteer 11:00 – Please volunteer

6:00 – Andy Lee Wed. July 9 – Please volunteer

Nursery Schedule Sunday, July 6:

8:45am – Susan Wiles

SS – Debbie Duncan, Janice Avant

11:00am – Dale Wallace, Tina Davis

6:00pm – Chuck & Misty Wooten

Wednesday, July 9 – Linda Gudinas, Opaleene Brock

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

Always stay focused on the goodness of God! He is better to us than we would EVER deserve. Don’t get distracted. God is awesome!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

June 29, 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

Pray for our children and our youth workers that will be at Youth Camp (Grades 1st – 5th) this week.

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

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

A look ahead… 

Please be in prayer for our upcoming Teen Camp (Middle School & High School) next week, July 7-11.

Saturday, July 12 at 8am, there will be a Men’s Fellowship Breakfast in the activity building. Please sign up if you will be attending.

Saturday, July 12, 10am-12pm the LEAP Ministry will meet in the fellowship hall.

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

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, June 29

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, June 30

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

Tuesday, July 1

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

Wednesday, July 2

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

Discovery Bible Clubs are off this week

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, July 3

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

Pray for America as we approach July 4th!

Pray everyday, we as a nation will be an example of Godliness to the world. May God bless this nation!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

June 22, 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

Today, the Youth Choir will practice at 4pm and then sing in the service tonight.

This Friday, the SALT Ministry will have a potluck supper at 5:30pm in the activity building. Meats will be provided, please sign up for sides. See the sign up sheet for other details.

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

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

A look ahead… 

Please be in prayer for our upcoming camps:

Youth Camp (Grades 1st – 5th) is June 30-July 4

Teen Camp (Middle School & High School) is July 7-11

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

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, June 22

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, June 23

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

Tuesday, June 24

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

Wednesday, June 25

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm – Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, June 26

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Friday, June 27

5:30pm – SALT Ministry Potluck Supper/activity building

Saturday, June 28

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

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

I would never want to disappoint the ones I love. Above all, we should never live in such a way that it would disappoint the Lord! Ask yourself about it!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam

June 15, 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

Happy Father’s Day!

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

This Friday, the SALT Ministry will leave the church at 8:30am to go to the Asheville Farmers Market. We will also be stopping for lunch, Dutch treat. Please sign up if you plan to go.

A look ahead… 

Next Sunday, June 22 the Youth Choir will practice at 4pm and then sing in the evening service.

Friday, June 27 the SALT Ministry will have a potluck supper at 5:30 in the activity building. Meats will be provided, please sign up for sides. See the sign up sheet for other details.

Saturday, June 28 the RISE Ministry will meet 12pm-3pm in the fellowship hall.

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

This Week’s Calendar of Events

Sunday, June 15

5:30pm – Prayer Groups (all ages)

Monday, June 16

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

Tuesday, June 17

10:00am – Ladies Visitation

Wednesday, June 18

5:00pm – Church-wide Visitation

6:00pm – Tract Ministry

6:30pm – Discovery Bible Clubs

7:00pm – Teen Church

Thursday, June 19

7:00pm – Bible College

7:00pm – WGGS TV-16 Broadcast

Friday, June 20

8:30am – SALT Ministry leaving for Asheville Farmers Market

Saturday, June 21

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

THE PASTOR’S CORNER

Happy Father’s Day! Be aware of your awesome responsibility as a Godly example to your children and grandchildren. Set the standard for them to follow!

Your friend,

Preacher Sam