Greater New Guide
ATTN: MINISTRY LEADERS
2027 ministry goals, event calendars, and budgets are due today, November 1st.
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NATIONAL FAMILY CAREGIVERS MONTH
November is the National Family Caregivers Month. Today, we recognize, encourage, support, and pray for all caregivers supporting their family members.
We are wearing purple in support of you.
Pastor, Lady Thomas, and the Healthcare Ministry
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OFFICE CLOSURE
The church office will be closed on Tuesday, November 3rd (Election Day)
To improve office efficiency, the office will conduct an in-service training and dedicate time to office organization.
Please leave a voice message or email the office if needed.
Staff will respond on Wednesday, November 4th.
Thank you for your continued support
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WITH SYMPATHY
Sis. Ida Matthews transitioned from this life to the next on Friday, October 30, 2026. Funeral services are pending.
Let’s keep the family in prayer.
Pastor Thomas
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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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THANK YOU
Pastor Mark and Sister Alberta Thomas and the Greater New Guide Church Family,
Thank you for your faithful prayers during Clara's recent surgical procedure. We felt your support through your prayers. Thank you for every act of kindness that brought light into our lives. Thank you for being a vessel of God's love. Please continue to keep us in your prayers during the healing and recovery process.
-Brother Patrick and Sister Clara Stewart
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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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AMERICAN BAPTIST WOMEN
Attention, sisters in Christ: Our November 3, 2026 fellowship in the Word is canceled due to Election Day activities.
Sis. Pat King, ABW Ministry Chair
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ASSOCIATE MINISTERS’ TEACHING & PREACHING WEDNESDAY
Come grow in God’s word as our associate ministers teach and preach God’s word.
Wednesday, Nov. 4th
10am & 6pm
GNG Family Life Center
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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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EXERCISE YOUR RIGHT TO VOTE
Election Day: Tuesday, November 3rd!
10 (TEN) LOUISIANA CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENTS
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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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
Corlis Green
Margie Hatfield
Sis. Dorothy Hill
Sis. Ruby Hughes
Lil Bro. Harrison Johnson, Jr.
Bro. Larry Langford
Sis. Sena Mae Lewis
Sis. Susan Morrison
Bro. Eric Murphy
Bro. Herman Ross
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.