Announcements

Welcome

Dr. Ma’at Latham, Executive Director with Interfaith Foundation of Greater Baton Rouge 

Thank you and your team for worshipping with us today. 

Click here to view the short video of the Interfaith Federation is posted on our website. 

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TODAY IS WORSHIP IN PINK 

We are wearing pink in observance of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Following church service today, stop by the Activity Center for our 

Second Annual Breast Cancer Awareness Fellowship. 

Pick up educational materials, take pictures at our Breast Cancer Awareness backdrop, honor our cancer survivors, and enjoy a light refreshment.

Everyone is welcome!

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PRAYER REQUEST FOR SIS. CLARA STEWART

NO CALLS & NO VISITATION REQUEST

Sis. Stewart's surgery went well. New Guide’s loving support has truly been a blessing. In order to ensure a successful recovery. The family kindly ask that members refrain from calling and visiting until further notice. 

Prayers are certainly requested. 

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NEW BIBLE STUDY SERIES BOARDING FLIGHT 1231: Preparing for our Eternal Departure and Arrival  

Wednesdays @ 10am & 6pm

GNG FAMILY LIFE CENTER

LOOKING FORWARD TO SEEING YOU AT THE SOULPORT!

-Pastor Thomas

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FUNERAL PLANNING GUIDE

Funeral Planning Guides are available for pick up in the sanctuary and at the church office during office hours. Pastor Thomas is encouraging all members to complete the guide to better serve your family members upon your death. 

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 the envelope 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 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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OCTOBER IS DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH!

The Mission Ministry  IS ACCEPTING  donations to benefit the Iris Domestic Violence Center. 

The items needed include:

  - Cleaning supplies

  - Laundry supplies

  - Disinfectant sprays and wipes

  - Paper towels and toilet paper (greatest need)

Place  items in the marked dropboxes at both campuses.

If you or someone you know is in need of help, please contact the 24-Hour Crisis Hotline at (800) 541-9706.

Thanks for your participation,

The Mission Ministry

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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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EXERCISE YOUR RIGHT TO VOTE

Make Every Effort to Vote Early and Encourage Others to Do the Same. Also, Assist Those Who Need Support.

Early Voting (excluding Sundays):

Tuesday, October 20th - Tuesday, October 27th
8:30 am - 6:00 pm

Election Day: Tuesday, November 3rd!

10 (TEN) LOUISIANA CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENTS

Click link for details 

PAR GUIDE TO THE FALL 2026 CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENTS   

Greater New Guide is providing this objective document for informational purposes only. We do not support any political positions of PAR nor suggest what to vote for or against.

DOWNLOAD THE GEAUX VOTE APP

The APP provides a sample ballot for your area, voting sites, elected officials and more!

Geaux Vote APP - Android

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=gov.LA.SOS.GeauxVote&hl=en_US

Geaux Vote APP - Apple

https://apps.apple.com/us/app/geauxvote-mobile/id451157430

Visit each candidate’s website on your local ballot to make an informed decision.

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JOIN US! PARENTING CLASSES 

Parents, grandparents, guardians and all others responsible for rearing children in this modern day time.

Understanding Identity * Building Relationships * Goals to Parenting

LAST SESSION: Sunday, October 25th

Every Sunday in October @9:00 AM

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SAVE THE DATE

The Department of Children, Youth and Young Adults  

Presents…

 Wings and Worship 

Friday Night, November 13, 2026 

 DETAILS COMING SOON

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ATTN: MINISTRY LEADERS

2027 ministry goals, event calendars and budgets are due Sunday, November 1, 2026.

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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. Dorothy Hill

Sis. Ruby Hughes

Bro. Larry Langford

Sis. Sena Mae Lewis

Bro. Russell Morris 

Sis. Susan Morrison

Bro. Eric Murphy

Bro. Herman Ross

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.