Greater New Guide
MAY 7TH
FUNERAL UPDATES
Sis. Sarah Irving, the sister of Sis. Doretha Mills, transitioned May 6th. Funeral arrangements are pending.
Sis. Barbara Williams memorial service is being planned for June 2025 in Houston Texas.
GRADUATION ANNOUNCEMENTS
KRISHAWNDALYN CLARK will graduate from Port Allen High School May 16, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. You can join via live stream on the Port Allen High School Facebook Page
ALACYIA NOELLE SMITH received her Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration Specializing in Accounting from Kentucky State University on Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 2:00pm.
The President, Administration and Faculty of Louisiana State University announce that PARIS MORGAN BRAZELTON is a candidate for the degree of Bachelor of Arts in International Studies. Commencement Ceremony will be Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 8:30 a.m. @ Pete Maravich Assembly Center
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MAY 4TH
Question & Answer SESSION w/ REV. THOMAS
WED, JUNE 4TH (6PM) THUR, JUNE 4TH (10 AM)
Greater New Guide Family,
Rev. Thomas is scheduled to receive his Master’s Degree from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary later this Spring.
Along with leadership, Rev. Thomas agrees that he and the Greater New Guide Congregation should have the opportunity to interview each other. These two-way conversations will take place before the pastoral vote, which should occur before the end of Summer, 2025.
Time for these interactive conversations will be allotted as follows :
June 3 - During Wednesday 6pm Bible Class/Prayer Session
June 4 - During Thursday Morning 10:00 am Bible Study/Prayer Session
Please submit questions, in writing, to the office no later than May 18th to allow Rev. Thomas the opportunity to prayerfully consider his responses to your questions. Names on questionnaires will not be revealed unless requested.
Complete the Q&A form online or complete a hard copy and place it in the baskets near the entrances to the sanctuary.
Deacon John Gilmore, Board Chairman
Online Q & A form link - Click here to view online form.
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Mental Health Awareness Month
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Join us as we embrace the theme "Turn Awareness into Action". We encourage you to take simple steps that can make a big difference in you and your family's mental well-being. Begin by having open conversations about feelings and emotions with family. Encourage them to express themselves, and validate their feelings.
Additionally, consider engaging in family activities that promote mental health, such as spending time outdoors, practicing mindfulness, or volunteering together in your community. These actions not only support your family's mental health but also foster a sense of connection and understanding.
Throughout the month, we will share tips on how to Turn YOUR Mental Health Awareness into Action!
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WITH SYMPATHY
Ms. Peggy White Albert, the sister of Bro. Willie White, passed Friday, April 25, 2025. The funeral service will be held at Promise Land Baptist Church, 7234 Plank Rd. Baton Rouge, LA 70811, Monday, May 5th at 10:30 a.m.
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Mr. Samuel Towels, Jr. the brother of Sis. Tracey Pickney & Sis. Viola Jackson died on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, in Tallahassee, Florida. Homegoing service and burial were held on Friday, May 2, 2025.
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VBS
"Vacation Bible School will be held June 24-26, 2025. Volunteers are needed to serve as teachers, assistants, photographers, etc. Complete the online VBS volunteer interest form by April 21, 2025.
Magnify the Lord with us!
Thank you in advance for your service to our church community."
Click here to view the form or use the QR Code below.
VBS MINISTRY
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To the graduating class of 2025, Greater New Guide Baptist Church is pleased to announce that the J. H. Freeman Scholarship Application and the Graduate Profile form are available online at www.gngbc.net. The deadline for submitting both forms is June 1, 2025.
2024-2025 COLLEGE AND PROFESSIONAL SCHOOL GRADUATES
Your Graduate Profile forms are also due June 1, 2025.
ALL GRADUATES, please pay attention to announcements and other communications for more information or contact Sis. Jean Robinson at 225-356-4410.
The Scholarship Ministry
Graduate Profile
Click here to view the Graduate Profile.
JH Freeman Scholarship
Click here to view the J.H. Freeman Scholarship.
Scholarship Ministry
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JOIN US & INVITE OTHERS
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2025-2026 ACT TESTING DATES
Click here to view the link.
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Contact Update/GNG Family Tree:
Complete the 2025 ELECTRONIC or HARD COPY member contact update form. The contact form will help us get a better picture of our current membership, help our diaconate ministry better serve you, ensure you receive church messages and keep our church database updated and more.
Member Personal Contact Update/GNG Family Tree:
Click here to view the Member Personal Contact Update Form.
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CHURCH SERVICES
SUNDAY SCHOOL (All Ages)
Location: GNG Family Life Center
3328 Adams Ave @ 9:00 A.M. - 9:40 A.M.
SUNDAY SCHOOL: Main Campus (Those w/Physical Challenges)
TIME: 9:00 A.M.
Location: Church Sanctuary:
3445 Fairfields Ave. @ 9:00 A.M.
PARKING is available at both campuses.
BUS SERVICE is available to transport individuals between the two campuses.
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2025 WEEKLY BIBLE STUDY
Wednesdays @ 6:00 Pm Thursday @ 10:00 AM
Location: GNG Family Life Center
3328 ADAMS AVE, B.R., LA 70802
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TEXT MESSAGING ALERTS
Contact the office, preferably in writing, if you are not receiving text alerts from the church.
Note: Please do not reply to text messages. The church is charged a fee for each reply.
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ELECTRONIC AUTO-DRAFT GIVERS
If your auto-drafts are not processed using tithe.ly, most likely your debit or credit card has expired. Check your expiration date periodically to ensure a successful transaction. Also, check to see if your “recurring” transaction settings are accurate.
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TITHES/OFFERING ENVELOPES
Please print and fully complete your tithes/offering envelope with the requested information. Also, indicate if your giving is for an individual, couple or family in the boxes provided. Use your official legal name consistently.
Parents & guardians are not required to list their children's names up to age 25 on the envelope. Instead, select the “family” option on your envelope. Individuals age 26 and above must complete a separate envelope.
Business Office
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Volunteers Needed for Nursery/Children’s Worship!
Sign up online or visit the nursery to submit your request. Thank you for helping us nurture our little ones!
Contact Sis. Kiesha Dandridge or sign up online under “church forms”.
CHILDCARE VOLUNTEER FORM
Click here to view the Childcare Volunteer Form
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KEEP IN PRAYER
Bro. Michael Bridges
Sis. Daisy Byrd
Bro. William Carey
Bro. John Dandridge
Sis. Juanita Davis
Bro. Leroy Dunware
Sis. Georgianna Freeman
Sis. Dorothy Hill
Sis. Augusta Jones
Bro. Larry Langford
Bro. Steve Toliver
Bro. Willie White
Sis. Alta Wilson
Bro. Robert Wilson
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CHANGE AGENTS FOR CHRIST
SPIRITUAL GROWTH 2025 BIBLE SESSIONS
(Phase 1 Continues)
Adult Sessions
Wednesdays at 6:00 p.m. & Thursdays at 10:00 a.m.
Youth & Young Adults (Ages 13-35)
Wednesdays at 6:00 P.M in Room #4 with age appropriate breakout sessions
Let’s change the world one person at a time in the name, knowledge and power of Jesus Christ.
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Ways to Give
Text the word “Give” to 833-429-1776
Go online at www.gngbc.net/give
Drop the white giving envelope in a drop box located at the sanctuary’s entrance.
Download our Church App at gngbc.net to GIVE and STAY CONNECTED with all THE GUIDE activities.