Author: Teresa Sams

WEEKLY MINISTERS’
CONFERENCES
Each Tuesday 11:00 am
at GRBA
Date: Preacher:
Sept. 1 NO CONFERENCE
8 Brian Blanchette
15 Raymond Byrd
22 Peter Surran
29 Jesse Yarbrough
Oct. 6 Anton Roos
13 Horace Carson
20 Jacob Brown
27 OPEN
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DOM PRAYER TIME
Each Wednesday 10:00 am
at GRBA
All are invited to meet together to pray for our churches, association, community and country.
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PRAYER AT COURTHOUSE
First Saturday of each month 8:00 am, GRBA will meet on the courthouse lawn to pray together for our county.
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AVAILABLE
at the ASSOCIATION
FREE: used VBS Materials /Kits
For LOAN: Biblical costumes including robes, complete soldier outfits and accessories
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NEW BEGINNINGS SOUP KITCHEN
OPEN Each Thursday 4:30 - 6 pm Drive Thru Only
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NANNIE NEWSOME OFFERING
EMPHASIS for 2020
GOAL—$8,000
Office Building Roof $4,000 General Fund $4,000
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MOUNTAIN STATE FAIR HAS CANCELED FOR THIS YEAR.
BAPT. WOMEN’S WORLD DAY OF PRAYER
Monday, November 2, 2020
7:00 pm
Spencer Baptist Church
(187 N. Oak St., Spindale, NC 28160)
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2020 WMU COLLECTION
WOMEN'S PRISON MINISTRY
This year the Red Box Ministry will be collecting 200 packs of CHEWING GUM (5-7 stick packs). The collection procedure has changed by the NC WMU so this will need to be collected and brought to the Association Office no later than October 22, 2020. We will distribute all packs that are collected over our 200-pack goal to local ministries.
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WORLD DAY OF PRAYER
November 5, 2020
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IF MY PEOPLE
PRAYER CONFERENCE...
...has been planned for March 21, 2021. Place & Time TBA.
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"If my people who are called by my name shall humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven and will forgive their sins and will heal their land." II Chronicles 7:14
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TERRY RAE OF AFRICA FOR CHRIST
REV. ANTON ROOS
An Association in our state is planning a trip in August to South Africa to explore how the church in South Africa is planting new congregations across Southern Africa. NC Baptist Men are supporting this exploratory trip.
Terry Rae, founder and director of Africa for Christ, has long been a friend to NC Baptists from a partnership in the 1990’s between Africa for Christ and NC Baptists. Rae is a native of South Africa and pastored churches there for some 21 years. Rae now ministers full-time with “Africa for Christ” to focus on a church planting movement in 11 African countries and in addition he is involved in preaching, evangelism and leadership training throughout Africa. This ministry has started more than 1000 churches and has seen over 20,000 people come to know Christ over the past 20 years. He has spoken often at the NC Baptist Missions Conference and will be doing so at this year’s convention April 9-10 at Hickory Grove Baptist Church in Charlotte. The trip being planned in August to South Africa is in conjunction with Africa for Christ. Terry Rae will be speaking in Green River Baptist Association on Sunday evening, April 11, 7 pm at Fellowship Baptist Church on Silvers Lake Road off of highway 64. He will be sharing about his ministry and ideas that will be the focus of the August trip.
Rev. Anton Roos, pastor of Lake Lure Baptist Church, and I had a conversation about a month and a half ago about the possibility of his going on this trip, given that he is a native of South Africa. The appropriate contacts have been made and he is making plans to go. The idea is to have him participate in the trip, then report to GRBA and depending on what develops from the group that goes, see how GRBA can participate in those developments.
This letter is to inform you of the upcoming trip, visit by Terry Rae and Anton’s involvement from GRBA. You are invited to have representatives from your church to attend the service at Fellowship Baptist on April 11, not asking your church to move its service, but 2-4 folks from your church come and hear what is presented. If you desire to move your service there, that is your choice. Look forward to having your church present for this service. Call 286-9278 or email grba@bellsouth.net with your questions.

BAPTIST CHILDREN'S ANNUAL FOOD DRIVE
EMPHASIS
If you have gift cards and/or items for this Food Drive, you may bring them to the Association office by October 1.

What an amazing and different summer this has been. In July we had a wonderful quarterly meeting at West Point Baptist Church. About 50 people attended and we had the opportunity to get several business items voted on and approved. We also were blessed and challenged by Rev. Scott Huffman, our guest speaker, with Christ Cares 4 U Ministries. Our plans are to meet again in October for our next quarterly meeting, if possible. We will understand if some choose not to attend and ask everyone who does to be respectful of each other and follow the COVID guidelines. We must be diligent in our care for those God has placed in our charge.
As we move into the fall, lets focus on sharing the gospel with those around us. There are several opportunities for our churches to get involved with. As an association we want to encourage our member churches to continue to remember “the main thing,” to proclaim Jesus and His redemption for all.
On September 17-19 we are planning to go to Lumberton to do disaster relief work. You can still sign up for this if you want to go. West Point is looking for partners in a Trunk or Treat outreach at Crestview Park on October 31st. Prayer on the Mountain is scheduled on November 1st. The WMU World Day of Prayer will be on November 2nd at Spencer Baptist. Finally, Pleasant Grove is sponsoring the Appalachian Backpack ministry, for those who wish to be involved.
As I close, I am still amazed at the innovation and creativity of our member churches. Sunday, August 16th, I was given the opportunity of preaching for Sulphur Springs! We had a wonderful outside worship service under the big oak trees off to the side of the church. As the service closed, a man stepped forward to proclaim his new faith in Christ. He was a visitor who saw the church meeting and was searching for a church family to join.
I want to both commend and praise all of you for the great work you are doing in your churches and communities. Remember, our God is still in control and what Satan means for harm, God will use for His glory.
David J.

Because of the Covid 19 Virus, churches have had to make changes in their services. If you have adjusted your services please email us (or call us) to let us know of those changes (i.e.: times of service, if on-line only, what days you are meeting, etc.)

Please pray for the following Churches during their
Pastoral transitioning:
Fellowship, Piedmont, Piney Knob, Pleasant Hill,
Spindale First, Sulphur Springs, West Memorial
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Cross Link...has called Rev. Trip Queen as their pastor.
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SEPTEMBER 26, 2020

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TRUNK OR TREAT TRAIL
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 31 5-7 PM
at CRESTVIEW PARK, RUTHERFORDTON
This is a local mission opportunity for any of our Green River Churches. West Point is heading this up and it would be a great place to reach out into the community around Rutherfordton. If your church would like to participate or for more details, contact Cindy Burnette at 223-0547 or call the Association Office.
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PRAYER ON THE MOUNTAIN
NOVEMBER 1, 2020
...asking for ONE MILLION Christians to join in praying for spiritual awakening!
To Register go to www.mudcreekchurch.org/Praying On The Mountain
Currently committed to pray: 315,112
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CHRISTIAN CHARACTER SCHOLARSHIP THANK-YOUS
Thank you so much for allowing me to receive this scholarship. It will go to great use by allowing me to purchase things I need to further my education. I am so thankful for my church & community. Thank you once again for this opportunity.
Best Wishes,
Faith Vogel, (Second Baptist)
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Thank you so much for considering me for this scholarship. It means a lot! This has been an unusual year and I look forward to beginning a new chapter in college.
Sincerely,
Darby Roller (Second Baptist)

DISASTER RELIEF MISSION TRIP
Hurricane Florence Recovery
September 17-19, 2020
Lumberton Rebuild Center
We will primarily do rebuild work.
To volunteer, please call the office at 286-9278.

We would love to minister to your church or organization.
Schedule the following:
*Revival *Evangelism/Missions Training Conf. *Marriage Conf. *Leadership Training *Youth/Children Conf. *Men’s or Ladies’ Conf. *Share about our ministry in Campgrounds & India
Please visit the CC4U Website christcares4uministries.com for the latest updates, schedule and instructions on how to donate.
ALL financial contributions are tax deductible. You can give ONLINE and/or send your contributions directly to CC4U at PO Box 44 Ellenboro, NC 28040.
Scott & Terri Huffman
Christ Cares 4 U Ministries
PO Box 44, Ellenboro, NC 28040
Phone (828)612-5021 Email: thewayjc146@yahoo.com

HANDS OF HOPE FOR LIFE
Events to Put on Your Calendar
40 Weeks to Life January 19 through October 25 Churches can commit to a week of prayer and emphasis on life.
Celebrate Life Concert September 12 at 2nd Baptist Church in Rutherfordton .
Annual Banquet Thursday, October 22 Carolina Event & Conference Center. Keep watch on our website and Facebook page for more details.
Hands of HOPE for Life, Inc.
828-247-4673 M - Th 10:00 - 4:00
Subscribe to our website hh4life.org to receive email updates.
Follow us at: facebook.com/HandsOfHopeForLife

Please pray for these churches and pastors during your midweek service:
SEPTEMBER:
Week 1: Montford Cove
Rev. Shawn Berryhill
Week 2: Mount Vernon
Dr. Scott Courtney
Week 3: Mountain Creek
Mr. Brian Blanchette
Week 4: Mountain View (P)
Rev. Ronnie Hodge
Week 5: Mountain View (R)
Rev. Eric Reedy
OCTOBER:
Week 1: Oak Ridge
Rev. Lewis Jackson
Week 2: Oak Springs
Rev. Alvin Allen
Week 3: Piedmont
No Pastor
Week 4: Piney Knob
No Pastor

Newsletter
September-October
2020

Churches Helping Churches Fulfill the Great Commission

Green River Baptist Association., Inc. Non-Profit
668 North Washington Street Psrtd Std
Rutherfordton, NC 28139 PAID
Permit 39 Rutherfordton NC 28139

Dr. David Jendrey
Director
of Missions
Rev. Alex Heafner
Moderator
Rev. Dale Dubose
Vice-Moderator
Dr. Bob Morgan
Treasurer
Mrs. Teresa Sams
Administrative
Assistant & Clerk
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ADDRESS:
668 N. Washington St.
Rutherfordton, NC 28139
OFFICE HOURS:
Monday - Thursday
8:30 am - 4:00 pm
PHONE:
828-286-9278
FAX:
828-287-9383
E-MAIL:
grba@bellsouth.net
WEB SITE:
greenriverbaptist association.com

1 NO Ministers’ Conference (will resume next week)
2 10:00 am Prayer Time with DOM
5 8:00 am Prayer at Courthouse
7 Office Closed for Labor Day
8 11:00 am Ministers’ Conference
12:00 noon Group Discussion on "The Anatomy of
a Revived Church."
9 10:00 am Prayer Time with DOM
15 11:00 am Ministers’ Conference
12:00 noon Group Discussion on "The Anatomy of
a Revived Church."
16 10:00 am Prayer Time with DOM
17-19 Mission Trip, Lumberton
22 11:00 am Ministers’ Conference
12:00 noon Group Discussion on "The Anatomy of
a Revived Church."
23 10:00 am Prayer Time with DOM
29 11:00 am Ministers’ Conference
12:00 noon Group Discussion on "The Anatomy of
a Revived Church."
30 10:00 am Prayer Time with DOM
3 8:00 am Prayer at Courthouse
5 Deadline for Congregation Profile
6 11:00 am Ministers’ Conference
7 10:00 am Prayer Time with DOM
13 11:00 am Ministers’ Conference
14 10:00 am Prayer Time with DOM
20 11:00 am Ministers’ Conference
21 10:00 am Prayer Time with DOM
22 Deadline for Chewing Gum for WMU Prison Min.
26 6:45pm Quarterly Association Mtg., Pleasant Grove BC
27 11:00 am Ministers’ Conference
28 10:00 am Prayer Time with DOM
* Ministers’ Conference each Tuesday at 11 am
*Prayer with the DOM each Wednesday at 10 am

GRBA QUARTERLY MEETING
October 26, 2020 6:45 pm
Pleasant Grove Baptist Church
Speaker: Rev. Danny Hamrick
Pastor of Gilkey Baptist Church

8 Mrs. Sherry McCraw, Camp Creek
18 Rev. Danny Hamrick, Gilkey
25 Mrs. Donna Huntley, Rock Springs
5 Rev. Brian Blanchette, Mountain Creek
6 Rev. Raymond Byrd, Fellowship
20 Mrs. Trudy Beane, West Memorial
28 Mrs. Gail Pace, Cane Creek

If you are not yet receiving our MONTHLY E-NEWS to keep you more informed of our current events, please contact
the office at 286-9278 or email us at grba@bellsouth.net.

OCC Project Event
Sat July20, 10am– 12pm
Second Baptist Church
123 Green St, Rutherfordton NC
Everyone is invited to the first Project Event of 2019.
Come meet the Mountain Gateway Team and get all the info on being a year round volunteer . Get tips on packing shoe boxes and learn small easy crafts that can be made for them.
Guest Speaker, Giovanni M. Solares
Pastor Solares was a pastor in the Philippines in 2008 when the shoeboxes were received. In addition to being a pastor, he has also served as a missionary, teacher, computer processing operator. Studies include MAPE, accountancy, data processing and programming along with bible, theology, ministry & missions at several universities. He currently lives in Daraga, Albay and is originally from Naga, Camarines Sur
Join us in kicking off the 2019 season of sharing the love of JESUS one box at a time. For more info call: Judy Jackson 828 606-3636 or Lisa Blecher 828 755-8356
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GRBA CHAPEL MINISTRY
Commissioned by God and empowered by His Spirit to share Christ’s gospel of grace and compassionate care with those impacted by overwhelming life-events.
Ministering to People in Need
If the Lord is compelling you to minister to people in need within our community, come be a part of the GRBA Chapel Ministry every Thursday 3:30-6:00 p.m.
Come Volunteer With Us!
Who can serve? Anyone who desires to effectively minister God’s love and grace by sharing the free gift of eternal life through Christ alone by faith alone.
Who is served? Those people experiencing loss or overwhelmed with life’s circumstances.
What is required? Training is provided for all those who desire to volunteer for the weekly Chapel Ministry
For More Information contact: Dr. Jack Green at Life Support
Email: Jack@lifesupportccc.com Cell: 321-277-7087
While the FACE of POVERTY has changed . . .
the answer to our deepest NEEDS has not . . .
JESUS IS THE ANSWER!

Target Audience: As members of churches and employees, or volunteers, at organizations that minister to children and youth, it is everyone’s responsibility to create a safe environment and a culture of security and protection for them. We encourage you to bring as many people from your church or organization to this event as possible. This conference is open to church staff/ministers/elders/members/volunteers, camp staff/leaders/volunteers, daycare directors/teachers/staff, people going into ministry — everyone!

What an amazing and different summer this has been. In July we had a wonderful quarterly meeting at West Point Baptist Church. About 50 people attended and we had the opportunity to get some of the Association’s work done. We are planning to meet again in October, if possible. We will understand if some choose not to attend and ask everyone who does to be respectful of each other and follow the COVID guidelines. We must be diligent in our care for those God has placed in our charge.

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EMPHASIS MONT:
OCTOBER

NC BAPT. WOMEN’S RETREAT
“Obedience by faith”
October 23-24, 2015
Caraway Conference Center and Camp (Sophia, NC)
Worship Speakers: Teresa Brown and Naghmeh Abedini
Regis. at ncbaptist.org/womensretreat15
Regis. Deadline: October 9, 2015
For more info. call 1800-395-5102 ext. 5561 or go to embracenc@ncbaptist.org

The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make His face shine upon you, and be gracious to you; the Lord lift up His countenance upon you, and give you peace. Numbers 6:24-26