“But be doers of the word, and not hearers only…” - James 1:22 (ESV) When it comes to evangelism it is all about love. In response to the two greatest commandments – loving God and loving people (Mark 12:28-31), can you think of any greater way to demonstrate that love than through the proclamation of the gospel? While many readily declare their love for the Lord and their … [Read more...] about Lifestyle evangelism: A living faith (Week 3)
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Canaan Baptist Church youth ministry travels south on relief mission (part 2)
By Don Edward Pannell Special to the Milwaukee Times Cousin Whitney was not interested in going originally, but summed her trip as “inspiring. I was reluctant and scared because they told us we would not be in a hotel but would have to sleep in a big room full of girls and use a portable shower! However, the closer we got to the date, I got more excited. Despite all that, I … [Read more...] about Canaan Baptist Church youth ministry travels south on relief mission (part 2)
Damascus Baptist Church vacation Bible School
Damascus Baptist Church will be holding a vacation Bible School, July 22-24, 2014 daily from 6:30-8:00 p.m. Also on Sunday, July 27, 2014, Music Ministry Annual Day will be held at 3:00 p.m. Rev. Demoin McCovery of Mt. Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church will deliver the message. Music will be rendered by choirs from Monumental, Mt. Pilgrim, and Damascus Baptist Churches. … [Read more...] about Damascus Baptist Church vacation Bible School
Breaking the chains: The danger of self-deception (Week 4)
“Even so faith, if it hath not works, is dead…” - James 2:17 In the conclusion of the series concerning breaking the chains, we want to focus on the three concrete principles the Apostle James suggested can be implemented in one’s life to break the chain of a self-serving spirit. 1. Compassion. For the believer a new life in Christ Jesus is evidenced by their service to … [Read more...] about Breaking the chains: The danger of self-deception (Week 4)
St. Matthew CME holds ground breaking ceremony
The congregation of St. Matthew CME Church, 2944 N. 9th Street, held a ground breaking ceremony on Sunday, June 22, 2014 to announce their intent to erect a new church to replace their current 149 year-old church home, which was erected in 1865. St. Matthew CME Pastor Richard Shaw is pictured along with the Presiding Prelate of the Third Episcopal District and Senior Bishop of … [Read more...] about St. Matthew CME holds ground breaking ceremony
Canaan Baptist Church youth ministry travels south on relief mission By Don Edward
Pannell Special to the Milwaukee Times (End of Series) Addia Hackney does not attend Canaan but was asked by Ms. Thomas to accompany the group. “Ms. Thomas, I guess, saw potential in me and asked me if I was interested in coming along. I have been to the South before, but have never done anything like this. I painted a couple of rooms, but I would not want to do it at … [Read more...] about Canaan Baptist Church youth ministry travels south on relief mission By Don Edward
Annual Women’s Day Service held at Prince of Peace
“Christian Women Walking in the Light of God” was the theme of the Annual Women’s Day Service held at Prince of Peace Baptist Church, 3701 N. 35th Street on Sunday, June 22, 2014, during morning and afternoon worship service. The guest speaker for morning worship was Minister Marilyn Brooks of Christian Bible Fellowship Church. Rev. Dr. Mary Jean Lewis-Jiles was the guest … [Read more...] about Annual Women’s Day Service held at Prince of Peace
Breaking the chains that bind: The chain of self-indulgence (Week 1)
Last month we begun the series of breaking those stubborn chains in our lives that have had us bound for years. This writer introduced the Chain of Self-Deception and the Chain of Selfishness. Due to the popularity of the articles and your request, this month this writer will present two additional chains that need to be addressed and subsequently broken: the Chain of … [Read more...] about Breaking the chains that bind: The chain of self-indulgence (Week 1)
Blessed Deliverance hosts 3rd annual Homecoming Weekend
The congregation of Blessed Deliverance Baptist Church hosted their third annual Homecoming Weekend, beginning with a festival and picnic on the church parking lot and Sunday worship service under a tent. An invitation was extended to all former church members and people from the surrounding neighborhood. This year's homecoming activities included a Milwaukee Police Department … [Read more...] about Blessed Deliverance hosts 3rd annual Homecoming Weekend
Investiture service held for Rev. Holmes at Shiloh
The Congregation of Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church, 4801 W. Capitol Drive, held the Investiture Service for Rev. Charles Edward Holmes on Sunday, July 20, 2014 at 3:00 p.m. The program theme was: “Moving by the Spirit in the Ministry I Received from the Lord, Jesus” Acts 20:24). Dr. Charles E. Thornhill, D. Min., of Mt. Moriah Baptist Church presided and preached the … [Read more...] about Investiture service held for Rev. Holmes at Shiloh