Announcements

WELCOME

“The 19th Judicial District Judges”

Thank you for choosing to worship at THE GUIDE!

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LEGAL MINISTRY PRESENTATIONS

Theme: Let’s Get Our House In Order Before We Die 

Isaiah 38:1

Pastor Thomas and the Legal Ministry will be educating God’s people on preparing for death, estate planning, power of attorney, wills, successions, insurance coverages, funeral arrangements, etc. 

Wednesdays, September 23rd, 30th

10:00 am & 6:00 pm

Please make every effort to attend these important sessions.

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SHOE GIVE AWAY

The Greater New Guide Clothes Closet is hosting a SHOE GIVE AWAY extravaganza on 

Saturday, September 26, 2026,

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Please help spread the word!

Shoes are available for women, men, girls, boys, toddlers, and infants, all in great condition.

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Ministry Leaders Training Chairs, Co-Chairs & Vice Chairs

Only one session required! 

Sunday, September 27th 

FLC Center Assembly Room @ 9:00 am 

Please do not submit any budgets or calendar events until after the training has been completed.

Budgets, Calendar Events & Goals have been extended to 

Sunday, November 1st. 

PASTOR THOMAS

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Birthday Celebration

Jeremiah 29:11  For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.

Happy Birthday to our Brothers and Sisters born in the months of July, August, and September.

The GNG Family would love to celebrate you Sunday, September 27th,  immediately following the worship service.

We love you, our Brothers and Sisters in Christ! 

Happy Birthday!

Courtesy Guild Ministry

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New Teacher’s Training

We invite everyone with the spiritual gift and passion to teach God’s people to attend this required training. We are thrilled to receive you into the Christian Education ministry.

Sunday, October 18th

GNG Family Life Center

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PARENT MINISTRY

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HEALTH MINISTRY

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STAFF WELCOME

Sis. Erin Murphy-Sullivan returned to serve as Administrative Assistant of Business.

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Bro. Clarence Welsh joins the team as Custodian/Cleaning Specialist.

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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.