Announcements

JOIN US! PRAYER BREAKFAST

Saturday, November 21, 2026,  10:00 AM for our“Annual Prayer Breakfast.” Come fellowship with us as we pray during these “Hard Times “ in which we are living. Everyone is invited. We hope to see you there!

Respectfully,

Sis. Patricia A. King - Chair

Min. Betty Holmes- Co-Chair

Sis. Rhonda Wessinger- Chair in Training

Sponsored by: GNG’s AMERICAN BAPTIST WOMEN MINISTRY

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SAVE THE DATE

The Seasoned Saints Ministry presents "A Christmas Elegance Gala"

Saturday, December 19, 2026.

Attire: Semi-formal

Time: 12:00 PM 

Location:  Family Life Center

SIGN-UP SHEETS WILL BE AVAILABLE 

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 15,2026

Contact: Sister Sharon Creque - Gala Coordinator

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HOMEGOING ANNOUNCEMENT 

Sis. Ida Q. Matthews, sister of Sis. Doris Quiett and the aunt of Sis. Deon Q. Johnson, passed on Friday, October 30, 2026. 

Services will be held at: 

Greater New Guide BC 
Thursday, November 12, 2026 
Viewing 10:00 AM 
Funeral Service 12:00 PM

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CRUISE TO A BETTER MARRIAGE RETREATS AT SEA

Join us for exclusive 7-day retreats to breathtaking destinations. 

Reconnect, renew, and rediscover your love. 

Mexican Rivera: November 6th-13th 2027
New Orleans to Jamaica: April 1st-8th 2028

Register online at https://restoredmarriages.net/#itinerary

This is not a New Guide sponsored activity.

GNG Marriage Ministry

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GNG Mission Ministry Meeting

Saturday, November 14th at 10:00 am at the Family Life Center. All members and anyone interested in joining is welcome to attend.

The Home Mission Ministry

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Department of Children, Youth & Young Adults presents... WINGS & WORSHIP

“So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God.
I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”
— Isaiah 41:10

On Friday, November 13, 2026, at 7 PM, we’re inviting everyone — all ages, all families, all members to join us in the Family Life Center for a night of Wings & Worship.

This will be a powerful evening of praise, community, and good food as we come together to lift up the name of God and encourage one another through worship. Bring your family, bring your friends, and come expecting God to move.

Let’s gather in unity, enjoy delicious wings, and celebrate the strength and help God promises us in His Word.

Click here to sign up online or QR Code.

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FOURTH DISTRICT MISSIONARY BAPTIST ASSOCIATION 

Presents Pre-Annual Session Musical

Theme: One District. One Voice. One Praise.

NOV.8th @ 5PM

Mt. Zion First Baptist Church
356 T.J. Jemision Blvd. 
Baton Rouge, LA

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FUNERAL PLANNING GUIDE

Funeral Planning Guides are available on Sunday mornings in the sanctuary. Obtain a guide from a Courtesy Guild member.  Pastor Thomas is encouraging all members to complete the guide to better serve your family members upon your earthly departure. 

The Funeral Planning Guides are for those who will submit their completed copy to the church office. You may make copies for your personal use. 

Submission instructions & options

• Complete as much information as possible. The more information provided, the more your  family member(s) will be at ease upon your earthly departure. 
• Legibly write your full name and member identification # on the outside of the large white envelope.
• Insert your completed FUNERAL PLANNING GUIDE into the large white envelope.
• Seal and submit the envelope using the following options: 

Option #1: Give your completed copy to a Courtesy Guild member wearing a greenish GNG polo shirt. 

Option #2: Place your SEALED envelope in a marked drop box located at the main church campus.

Option #3: Drop off your white packet at the office during the week only. DO NOT place your packet in the mail slot.

Note: The ministry office will not open your envelope until your earthly departure, upon your request or  there is an emergency warranting such.

SUBMISSION DEADLINE: Sunday, November 15, 2026.

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NOTICE: CAR PICK UP 

Please avoid parking and waiting at the side office door entrance to pick up worshippers.  Worshippers with limitations need to have a clear path to the east parking lot and walkways. Please pull up to the side entrance driveway when your passenger is immediately visible or ready for pick up.

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MAINTENANCE PROTOCOL

Maintenance/custodial needs and concerns must be coordinated with the Church’s Interim Business Administrator, Sheila Turner. Complying with this request will help maintain the highest level of respect, efficiency and order. The maintenance/custodial staff have agreements that must be honored upon employment and given specific instructions daily. 

Pastor Thomas

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LET’S KEEP OUR SPIRITUAL GROWTH VIBE ALIVE

All members and guests are encouraged to nurture their spiritual nature by attending Sunday School, Children’s Worship, and Biblical Growth Sessions (Bible Study) on a regular basis. 

“Physical training is good, but training in godliness is much better, promising benefits in this life and in the life to come.” - 1 Timothy 4:8 (NLT)

I’m looking forward to seeing you!

Love, Pastor Thomas

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MEMBERS ID NUMBERS

As a friendly reminder, we ask that all members write or input their membership ID number on all giving envelopes, checks, bank direct-pay checks and in the memo section of Tithe.ly electronic giving app, and all other forms of giving. If you need your ID number, please request it by email at greaternewguidebaptisthchurch@gmail.com or call the office at 225-356-4410.

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PASTORAL COMMUNICATION & SCHEDULING

To improve pastoral care and response time, anyone needing to speak with or schedule an appointment with Pastor Thomas should contact his assistant, Ms. Taylor Marshall, through the church office. You may email her at timgng3445@gmail.com or call the office. 

Ms. Taylor manages Pastor Thomas’s schedule.

Private or sensitive messages for Pastor Thomas may be left on his office phone at 225-412-0835.

Please note that Pastor Thomas’s scheduled off days are Fridays and Saturdays. Occasionally, these days may fluctuate due to ministry demands in a given week.

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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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2026 WEEKLY BIBLE STUDY

Wednesdays : Morning Session @ 10:00 AM & Evening Session @ 6:00 PM

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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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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KEEP IN PRAYER

Bro. Michael Bridges

Sis. Mona Dottory

Sis. Georgianna Freeman

Sis. Corlis Green

Sis. Margie Hatfield 

Sis. Dorothy Hill

Sis. Ruby Hughes

Lil Bro. Harrison Johnson, III

Bro. Larry Langford

Sis. Myrna Lewis

Sis. Sena Mae Lewis 

Sis. Susan Morrison

Bro. Eric Murphy

Sis. Pamela Pounds

Bro. Herman Ross

Sis. Lenora Stepter

Sis. Clara Stewart

Bro. George Weatherspoon

Bro. Charles Vincent

Sis. Alta Wilson

Bro. Robert Wilson

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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.