Greater New Guide
Please be advised that church member identification numbers have been removed from the bulletin board and the online announcement page. If you need this information, please contact the front office by phone (225)356-4410 or email greaternewguidebaptistchurch@gmail.com for assistance.
Thank you for your faithfulness and support.
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 you are deceased, 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 the main campus.
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
Early Voting (excluding Sundays): Tuesday, October 20th - Tuesday, October 27th
Election Day: Tuesday, November 3rd!
NOT REGISTERED TO VOTE? REGISTER TODAY!
ONLINE REGISTRATION DEADLINE: OCT. 13TH
Click link below to register.
10 (TEN) LOUISIANA CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENTS
Click here for details.
Greater New Guide is providing this objective document for informational purposes only.
We do not endorse any other documents or positions of the Power Coalition.
DOWNLOAD THE GEAUX VOTE APP
The APP provides a sample ballot for your area, voting sites, elected officials and more!
Geaux Vote APP - Android
Click here
Geaux Vote APP - Apple
Click here
Visit each candidate’s website on your local ballot to make an informed decision.
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PARENT MINISTRY
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
Every Sunday in October at 9:00 AM.
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HEALTH MINISTRY
WORSHIP IN PINK
Sunday, October 18, 2026
The Health Care Ministry invites everyone to wear PINK as we worship together
in observance of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
Following church service, 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.
If you plan to attend, please scan the QR code to sign up, or you may sign up on the sign-up sheets located on the bulletin boards.
Everyone is welcome!
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SAVE THE DATE
The Department of Children, Youth and Young Adults presents Wings and Worship.
Friday, November 13, 2026
More details to come.
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ATTN: MINISTRY LEADERS
2027 ministry goals, event calendars and budgets are due Sunday, November 1, 2026.
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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 - Room #1
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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.