CHURCH ANNOUNCEMENTS MAY 17TH

Fourth District Missionary Baptist Association Annual Congress of Christian Education 2025 begins June 2, 2025, with worship opening at 6:00 P.M. Mt. Zion First Baptist Church, 356 T. J. Jemison Blvd. Baton Rouge, La.

Classes will begin Tuesday, June 3rd through Thursday, June 5th at Three Sites: 

  1. Mt. Zion First Baptist Church
  2. Shady Grove First MBC, 16442 Plank Rd. Baker
  3. New Sunrise B.C., 966 Maryland Ave., Port Allen

Sign Up Forms and more details are on the bulletin boards and the deadline May 19th.

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Question & Answer SESSION w/ REV. THOMAS 
WED, JUNE 4TH (6PM) THUR, JUNE 5th (10 AM) 

Greater New Guide Family,

Rev. Thomas is scheduled to receive his Master’s Degree from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary later this Spring.  

Along with leadership, Rev. Thomas agrees that he and the Greater New Guide Congregation should have the opportunity to interview each other.   These two-way conversations will take place before the pastoral vote, which should occur before the end of Summer, 2025.

 Time for these interactive conversations will be allotted as follows :

 June 4 - During Wednesday 6pm Bible Class/Prayer Session

June 5 - During Thursday Morning 10:00 am Bible Study/Prayer Session

Please submit questions, in writing, to the office no later than May 18th to allow Rev. Thomas the opportunity to prayerfully consider his responses to your questions. Names on questionnaires will not be revealed unless requested.

Complete the Q&A form online or complete a hard copy and place it in the baskets near the entrances to the sanctuary.

Deacon John Gilmore, Board Chairman

Online Q & A form link - Click here to view online form.

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THANK YOU

To Pastor Mark Thomas and the Greater New Guide Family,

Thank you for the many expressions of sympathy, love, and kindness shown to us during the loss of our loved one, Sammy Towels Jr.  Your prayers, comforting words, and thoughtful gestures have meant so much to our family during this time. 

We are truly blessed to be part of such a loving and supportive church family.  May God continue to bless each of you.  

The Pickney and Jackson Families

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Wearing of the green!

In acknowledgement and support of mental health awareness month, we are asking you to wear green on 3rd Sunday, May 18th.

Healthcare ministry

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Mental Health Awareness Month

May is Mental Health Awareness Month.  Join us as we embrace the theme "Turn Awareness into Action".  We encourage you to take simple steps that can make a big difference in you and your family's mental well-being. Begin by having open conversations about feelings and emotions with family.  Encourage them to express themselves, and validate their feelings.

Additionally, consider engaging in family activities that promote mental health, such as spending time outdoors, practicing mindfulness, or volunteering together in your community. These actions not only support your family's mental health but also foster a sense of connection and understanding.

Throughout the month, we will share tips on how to Turn YOUR Mental Health Awareness into Action!

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CONGRATULATIONS!

Rev. Mark C. Thomas has been awarded a Master of Arts Degree in Pastoral Ministry from the New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary.

As a church family, we celebrate this significant milestone, and thank God for guiding Rev. Thomas through this journey. 

TO GOD BE THE GLORY!

Pastoral Relations Committee

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Zachary High School class of 2025 announces Madyson Elyse Bell is graduating from Zachary High School on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, at 6:30 p.m.

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The Senior Class of Mckinley High announces its Commencement exercise, Tyren Anthony Young, will graduate on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. at the Pete Maravich Assembly Center, Louisiana State University. 

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ATTENTION GRADUATES
J.H. FREEMAN SCHOLARSHIP

To the graduating class of 2025, Greater New Guide Baptist Church is pleased to announce that the J. H. Freeman Scholarship Application and the Graduate Profile form are available online at www.gngbc.net.  The deadline for submitting both forms is June 1, 2025.  

2024-2025 COLLEGE AND PROFESSIONAL SCHOOL GRADUATES

Your Graduate Profile forms are also due June 1, 2025. 

ALL GRADUATES, please pay attention to announcements and other communications for more information or contact Sis. Jean Robinson at 225-356-4410.

The Scholarship Ministry

Graduate Profile
Click here to view the Graduate Profile.

J.H. Freeman Scholarship
Click here to view the J.H. Freeman Scholarship.

Scholarship Ministry

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2025-2026 ACT TESTING DATES 

Click here to view the link.

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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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2025 WEEKLY BIBLE STUDY

Wednesdays @ 6:00 Pm  Thursday @  10:00 AM

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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ELECTRONIC AUTO-DRAFT GIVERS

If your auto-drafts are not processed using tithe.ly, most likely your debit or credit card has expired. Check your expiration date periodically to ensure a successful transaction. Also, check to see if your “recurring” transaction settings are accurate.

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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. Daisy Byrd

Bro. William Carey

Bro. John Dandridge

Sis. Juanita Davis

Bro. Leroy Dunware

Sis. Georgianna Freeman

Sis. Dorothy Hill

Sis. Augusta Jones

Bro. Larry Langford

Bro. Steve Toliver

Sis. Alta Wilson

Bro. Robert Wilson

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CHANGE AGENTS FOR CHRIST 

SPIRITUAL GROWTH 2025 BIBLE SESSIONS

(Phase 1 Continues)

Adult Sessions 

Wednesdays at 6:00 p.m. & Thursdays at 10:00 a.m.

Youth & Young Adults (Ages 13-35) 

Wednesdays at 6:00 P.M in Room #4 with age appropriate breakout sessions

Let’s change the world one person at a time in the name, knowledge and power of Jesus Christ.

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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.