Sorry, we're CLOSED

All SPBC campuses will be closed on Saturday, July 2^nd and Monday, July 4^th (regular Saturday service at Belt will still take place). Please cancel or reschedule your group meetings/rehearsals if you will be affected by these closings.

Joy Choir Updates

This is a reminder that Joy Choir Rehearsal will be held on Monday, June 20th from 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. in the Chapel.  Rehearsal will be extended 30 minutes, as we will be celebrating 2nd Quarter birthdays.  :-)

 

Reminders:

• Monies will be due for the Joy Choir Cookout that will be held on Saturday, July 9th @ 4:00 p.m.  The cost is $5.00 per person
• Monies will be due for the Joy Choir Breakfast that will be provided on fourth Sunday (June 26th).  The cost is $4.00 per child
• T-shirt order forms are still availabe.  T-shirts are $17
• The Joy Choir will minister through music on Sunday, June 26th @ the 10:00 a.m. & 12:00 noon services.  The attire is blue jean bottoms, tennis shoes, and Joy Choir T-shirts

Special recognition goes out to all the men of the Joy Choir family.  Here's wishing you a "Happy Father's Day"!!! 

We look forward to seeing you all on Monday!  Have a safe and great weekend!

Joy Choir Leadership Team

Girl Scouts Summer Break

Girl Scouts will be on break during the summer months.  They will start meetings again in September. 

Destiny Summer Camp

Destiny Child Development Center and Nia, Inc. of Greater Richmond are partnering to offer an exciting summer program for children and teens. Parents will have an opportunity to choose from a variety of summer camps: basketball, soccer, nature discovery, spiritual formation, entrepreneurship, job readiness and more. No full summer commitment, parents pay only for the weeks their children attend. To learn more, attend one of our Open House sessions:

Saturday, June 4th from 11am - 1pm, Creighton Campus

Sunday, June 5th following each Worship Service, Creighton Campus

Saturday, June 11th at 4pm - 6pm, Belt Campus

Or, for more information, visit destinysummer.org or call (804) 643-6174.

"READERS ARE LEADERS" (RAL)

"READERS ARE LEADERS" (RAL) is a year-round reading program for children ages 0 - 12. 


This program will reinforce and encourage reading as a foundation for learning while promoting daily reading. 


Parents will need to register their child(ren) and return the completed registration forms to the Lions of Zion representative on your campus or Charisma Books and Gifts Store. 


The registration form, program brochure and suggestive reading list are available on our website at www.myspbc.org under Lions of Zion; a copy of these documents is also available at the Zion Zone Registration desk before each service.


If you have questions or desire more information, please feel free to contact us via email at: LionsOfZion@myspbc.org or your may call us at (804) 643-6170, ext. 5743.

Dr. Jamelle S. Wilson

CONGRATULATIONS to LOZ 6-8 year old teacher,

Dr. Jamelle S. Wilson

Named Hanover County Public Schools'

Twelfth Superintendent

HAPPY FATHER'S DAY!!!

FATHER'S DAY is a holiday which honors fathers worldwide; it is celebrated in the United States on the third Sunday of June. Credit for originating the holiday is generally given to Sonora Smart Dodd of Spokane, Washington, whose father, a Civil War veteran, raised her and her five siblings after their mother died in childbirth. She is said to have had the idea in 1909 while listening to a sermon on Mother's Day, which at the time was becoming established as a holiday. Local religious leaders supported the idea, and the first Father's Day was celebrated on June 19, 1910, the month of the birthday of Dodd's father. In 1924, President Calvin Coolidge gave his support to the observance, and in 1966, President Lyndon B. Johnson officially proclaimed it a national holiday. Observance on the third Sunday of June was decreed by law in 1972.

Father's Day is a celebration honoring fathers and celebrating fatherhood, paternal bonds, and the influence of fathers in society. It involves gift-giving, special dinners to fathers, and family-oriented activities. There are numerous scriptures that comes to mind, however, I chose Proverbs 23:22, which reads, "Listen to your father, who gave you life, and do not despise your mother when she is old." (NIV)

WHAT MAKES A DAD

God took the strength of a mountain,

The majesty of a tree,

The warmth of a summer sun,

The calm of a quiet sea,

The generous soul of nature,

The comforting arm of night,

The wisdom of the ages,

The power of the eagles flight,

The joy of a morning in spring,

The faith of a mustard seed,

The patience of eternity,

The depth of a family need,

Then God combined these qualities,

When there was nothing more to add,

He knew his masterpiece was complete,

And so, He called it ... Dad!

(Author Unknown)

HAPPY FATHER'S DAY!!!

(Submitted by Min. Darlene Williamson)

From the Desk of Rev Gale Jones...

 

"Mother's Day" was proclaimed in 1870 by Julia Ward Howe (the author of the words to the Battle Hymn of Republic) in the United States, and was officially observed on the national level in 1872. On May 14, 1914, U.S. President Woodrow Wilson signed the proclamation that designated the second Sunday in May as Mother's Day.

"Mother's Day" is a time mothers are adored in all parts of the world. Throughout the Bible, God gave respect to the mothers. Though there are numerous scriptures, the one that comes to mind is Deuteronomy 5:16... "Honor your father and your mother, as the LORD your God has commanded you, so that you may live long and that it may go well with you in the land the LORD your God is giving you."

On May 8, 2011, we salute all of our mothers....

God Created Mothers (author unknown)

God knew that little ones need love

so He created mothers

With understanding hearts and

gentle hands that care for others...

They feed us and they hug us

and they help us find our things...

Then later on, they step aside

and let us try our wings...

We know they're always on our side

whatever may befall,

That's why we need them just as much

when we're no longer small...

Yes, God created mothers

to give love their whole lives through...

That's why they're treasured very much

especially one like you!

HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY!!! 

The Saint Paul's Baptist Church Cub Scouts

The Saint Paul's Baptist Church Cub Scouts has it's den meetings on Tuesdays from 6:30 to 8pm in the children's wing at the Saint Paul's Baptist Church at the Creighton Campus. The pack serves boys in first through fifth grades, offering fun programs that build character and help boys grow up to become responsible men. Activities include camp-outs, hikes, crafts, rocketry, and pinewood derby and community service in a boy-centered environment.

They have the following Events coming up soon:

· May 28, 2011 Cub Scout Fishing Derby

· June 25,2011 Pack Cookout (Hadad's Lake)

· July 6-9,2011 Cub Scout Day Camp

· July 17-21,2011 Webelos Adventure Camp

For more information, visit http://boyscoutsspbc.blogspot.com/.

Interested in joining Cub Scouts? Want to volunteer? Email the pack at boyscoutsspbc@gmail.com

SPBC Mixed Bowling

Join the SPBC Mixed Bowling Group! bowl for Jesus in fellowship and fun. Connecting the faith community with one another. Bowling begins on May 15, 2011 at 5PM at AMF Hanover Lanes, 7317 Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville, VA.

This is a 10 week commitment on Sunday afternoons. The cost is $9 per youth (includes three games of bowling, shoes, ball, and a banquet/awards ceremony held at the end of the season).

For more information, contact Livingston Rush at (804) 232-3182.

Volunteer Drive for KIDZ Encounter and Zion Zone

Sunday May 15 and 22Before and After 8AM and 10AM services at the Creighton Road Campus.

We are looking for volunteers to serve on Sundays in Zion Zone and Thursday Night Encounters. Help is needed for all age groups 0-12. We are looking for teachers, assistant teachers, registration, and a call team. A one time training session is needed and is available twice a month to meet your scheduling needs.

Let's be the vessel to help the children receive a strong foundation in God!

The Joy Choir Needs You!

The Joy Choir Needs You!

The Joy Choir is in need of parent volunteers. Parent volunteers will assist with weekly rehearsals (bathroom assistance, etc) as well as assist with performances on 4th Sundays.

If you are interested, please email your name (first & last) and contact number to joychoir@myspbc.org. Thank you in advance for your assistance!

Community and Kids Day

The Antionette V Irving Foundation in conjunction with the Salvation Army Boys and Girls Club Open House will sponsor Community and Kids Day in Richmond's East End on Saturday, May 21, 2011 from 11AM-3PM at 3701 R Street.

Activities will include a basketball exhibition, face painting, moon beams, air walks, steppers, health screenings, gospel choirs, food venders, and much more!


For more information, call (804) 350-2554 or visit www.avi-foundation.org.

Background Check for Joy Choir Parents and Volunteers

Parents & Current Volunteers,

Background checks will be conducted this evening (Monday, May 2, 2011) at Joy Choir Rehearsal.  All persons interested in volunteering to serve with the Joy Choir are required to pass a background check.  Please have a picture ID with you. 

DCDC Registration Now Open for Summer Connections 2011 Program

• Kids Connections 2011
• Teen Connections 2011

Register at the DCDC office on our Creighton Campus or call 804-643-6174 for more information.

You will be able to choose 1 week, 2 weeks, or the entire summer. Customize your child's or teen's summer experience.

Kids Connections Camps will include:

• Sports
• Money & Finances
• Arts
• Spiritual Formation
• Technology
• Enrichment
• Entrepreneurship
• Structured Play
• and more!

Teen Connections Camps will include:

• Sports
• Money & Finances
• Arts
• Spiritual Formation
• Technology
• Enrichment
• Job Readiness
• Role Modeling
• Entrepreneurship
• and more!

SPBC Cub Scouts Pack 572

Cub Scout Pack 572 invites all boys in grades 1-5 to consider becoming Cub Scouts for activities, friendship and fun.

Adults are also a huge part of Cub Scouts, and we welcome those parents who want to get involved.
If you have a son who wants to join Pack 572, or if you have any questions or would like to join, please check out our blog http://boyscoutsspbc.blogspot.com/


Volunteers Needed!!

Cub Scouts Pack 572 needs volunteers for the following: We are looking volunteers for the following positions.

Assistant Cubmaster, Den Leaders, Committee Chair, Secretary, Public Relations, Leadership Recruitment, Advancement Coordinator ,Scouting for Food Chair, Outings Chair, Pinewood Derby Chair, Friends of Scouting Chair, Popcorn Chair, Recruitment Chair, Blue and Gold Dinner Chair. If you'd like to volunteer for any of these positions, please contact Mike Maxey at (boyscoutsspbc@gmail.com)

SPBC Girl Scouts Daisy-Tea Party!

As a reminder, the daisies (those who signed up at our last meeting) will be meeting at the Fairfield Public Library for our upcoming meeting on April 27 instead of St. Paul’s. The Brownies will meet at St. Paul’s as normal. 

Date: Wednesday, April 27, 2011

Location: Main Meeting Room at the Fairfield Area Public Library, 1001 N Laburnum Ave, Richmond, VA 23223. The main number at the library is (804) 290-9300

Time: 6:00 p.m.

Dress Code: We are asking that the girls dress up for this event. 

Feel free to contact me if you have questions or if your plans have changed and you are unable to attend the event.

Shannon Jones

Thank you to everyone that participated in the 2011 Easter Eggstravaganza.

The key to our success rests in people like you, who embody the spirit of God by saying, “Yes I can, and so can you!”

Thanks for your inspiring dedication and tremendous example to The Saint Paul ‘s family.
We serviced approximately 525 plus  children on Easter Sunday at the Creighton Road Campus.  In addition, we had  60 plus children at the Belt Boulevard Campus on Saturday and  40 plus at the Elm St Campus on Sunday.

We distributed over 9600 eggs to a total  of 626 plus children in this years Easter Eggstravaganza.

Special thanks to all of the groups that participated:
 Deaconate
Refiners
LOZ
Kisura
Girl Scouts
Cub Scouts
Facilities
Media
Culinary
Parents and Friends

Puzzle Pieces

Are you a parent of a child with special needs (autism, cerebral palsy, ADHD, Down’s syndrome, etc)?
Is your child between the ages of 2-20 yrs of age?

If so, your family here at Saint Paul’s Baptist Church would like to help as we help our children grow in Christ.

If you are interested in your child participating in Zion Zone on 2nd Sundays during the 10:00 am or 12:00 pm service, please contact Puzzle Pieces, Special Needs Ministry.

Remember, it’s O.K.

We’re all special in some way.

Contact Information:
lionsofzion@myspbc.org
(804) 643-4000 ext 5743

SPBC Baseball Program

The Saint Paul’s Baptist Church Baseball Program is recruiting boys and girls ages 5-12 (at all campuses) for the upcoming season for the Metropolitan Junior Baseball League.

You may register onsite in the Education Wing at the Creighton Campus after the 8AM and 10AM services.
Coaches, Umpires, and Team Moms are also needed.

If interested and for more information, please call Glenn Anderson at (804) 543-9097 or email him at andmo.publishing@hotmail.com.