SGBC Newsletter Volume 3, Edition 6

June 2022 SHADY GROVE BAPTIST CHURCH Volume 3, Edition 6

REV. DR. REGINALD WOULLARD, PASTOR

2022 CHURCH THEME: “HOLD ON HELP IS ON THE WAY” MATTHEW 15:25

What Should A Christian Father Be Like

According To The Bible?

The Bible speaks frequently and clearly regarding many of the responsibilities and privi-
leges of Christian fathers. One of the important aspects of Adam's life was his role as fa-
ther. Genesis specifically mentions three of his sons—Cain, Abel, and Seth. Later, Noah's
three sons find both partnership and protection as they join in the ark and survive the
Flood with Noah, their mother, and their spouses. Abraham would later become a father in
a remarkable way and would further serve as a "father" to Israel through whom all people
would be blessed (Hebrews 6:13-15; Genesis 22:15-18).
The Law of Moses gives instruction to fathers. Of primary importance are the words of
Deuteronomy 6:6-7: "And these words that I command you today shall be on your heart.
You shall teach them diligently to your children, and shall talk of them when you sit in
your house, and when you walk by the way, and when you lie down, and when you rise."
Several observations can be made based on these words. Fathers are to know God's Word,
study it, teach it to their children, and be involved on a daily basis with their kids.
In Proverbs, additional wisdom is given regarding the responsibilities of a godly father.
For example, Proverbs 22:6 teaches, "Train up a child in the way he should go; even when
he is old he will not depart from it." A father likewise provides discipline to children
(Proverbs 3:12).
In the New Testament, specific instructions are given to fathers in Ephesians 6:4
"Fathers, do not provoke your children to anger, but bring them up in the discipline and
instruction of the Lord." Negatively, fathers are not to "provoke" or frustrate their chil-
dren through parenting that hurts their kids. Positively, fathers are to instead teach their
children God's Word to provide wisdom for living well and to help children come to salva-
tion.
Jesus also highlighted the importance of a father to provide for his children when He
taught, "Or which one of you, if his son asks him for bread, will give him a stone? Or if he
asks for a fish, will give him a serpent? If you then, who are evil, know how to give good
gifts to your children, how much more will your Father who is in heaven give good things
to those who ask him!" (Matthew 7:9-11). Though speaking of God's role as Father, the
principle includes a father's desire to care for his children and to show them love as a god-
ly thing.
Children, however, are not only a father's responsibility; they are also a father's privi-
lege. Psalm 127:3-5 declares, "Behold, children are a heritage from the LORD, the fruit of
the womb a reward. Like arrows in the hand of a warrior are the children of one's youth.
Blessed is the man who fills his quiver with them!" Children are a gift from God to be
cherished and nurtured by fathers. Christian fathers can help encourage a legacy of godli-
ness as Joshua declared years ago, "As for me and my house, we will serve the
Lord" (Joshua 24:15). Submitted by Maxine Coleman | www.compellingtruth.org

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HATS OFF TO THE CLASS OF 2022!

Graduation is one of the most important times in a person's life. Whether it's high
school, college or beyond, it's hard to put into words what an accomplishment graduating can be.
Below is a list of graduation messages and wishes to go a step beyond a simply congratulation.
Considering everything you all have been through, we want to give you words of encouragement to
help on your journey. Some are inspiring, some are funny.
 You’re on your way to seek new vistas, dream new dreams, embark on who you are. Remember to embrace life
with passion and keep reaching for the stars.
 The road ahead will have its share of obstacles, but you’re incredibly ambitious and strong to overcome anything
that comes your way.
 Chasing a dream requires hard work, passion, and many sacrifices. We can’t wait to see you accomplish everything
your heart desires.
 Nothing can stop you now. Your next adventure awaits, and we’re excited to see where it leads you.
 Today is only the first of many amazing moments and I know life has many more in store for you.
 May your feet always take you where your heart wants to go.
 Remember, if opportunity doesn't knock, build a door.
 Congratulations! Don’t think of this as an ending, but rather, an exciting beginning.
 And the hard work starts .... now!
 All that work for a piece of paper?
 Congrats! It's time to move out.
 Sure, there’s no more pencils, no more books. But there’s also no more fun.
 Congrats on getting through the easiest part of life.
 I lost a bet. You graduated!
 The tassel was worth the hassle! You did it!
 Congratulations, have fun dressing up in a gown and silly hat!
 Never stop growing, exploring, learning, and challenging yourself.
 School may be over, but life’s lessons are yet to be learnt. Keep an open heart and mind. Happy graduation!
 The journey of life brings both challenges and chances. May you snatch the chances and beat the challenges. Con-
gratulations on graduating.
 Graduation isn’t the end of a tough journey. It is the beginning of a beautiful one. Start each day believing in your-
self and watch the magic happen.
 Before you act, listen. Before you react, think. Before you criticize, wait. And, before you quit, try.
 Be bold, be courageous, be your best.
 My deepest condolences on the end of your college life.

Submitted by Maxine Coleman | Excerpted from “Here’s What to Write in a Graduation Card to Your Favorite New Grad”
Read more at www.goodhousekeeping.com/life

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Makenzie Berkhalter Amiya Crowell

Oak Grove High School North Forrest High School
PLAN: PLAN:

Will attend USM Will attend PRCC
MAJOR: MAJOR:

Biological Sciences Physical Therapy
ASPIRATION: ASPIRATION:

To attend Optometry To pursue a Bachelor’s
School Degree in Kinesiology

Dillon Crowell Don Daniels Jr.

Hattiesburg High School Jackson State University
PLAN: DEGREE:

Will attend Alcorn Bachelor’s of Science in
MAJOR: Journalism & Media
PLAN:
Constructing Engineering To become an editor
ASPIRATION: ASPIRATION:
To work with ESPN or
To play baseball and in the film industry
football at Alcorn State
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Kamery Earl Karis Griffin

University of Mississippi Oak Grove High School
DEGREE: PLAN:

Bachelor’s of Arts William Carey
MAJOR:
PLAN:
Psychology
To start an Accelerated ASPIRATION:
Nursing Program To become a
ASPIRATION: Christian Therapist

To attend Medical School

KaMere Griffith Taelyr Harris Jayla Keyes

Oak Grove High School MS State University USM
PLAN: DEGREE:
DEGREE: Bachelor’s of Science
Will attend MS State CERTIFICATION:
MAJOR: Bachelor’s of Science in K-6th & K-12th
Interdisciplinary Studies
Business Finance PLAN:
ASPIRATION: PLAN: She will begin her 1st year
of teaching at Bellevue
To become a Financial She is teaching at
Manager Starkville Elementary & Elementary
will attend MS University
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majoring in Nursing

Kelsey Parkman Aziah Smith

North Forrest High School South Jones High School
PLAN: PLAN:

Will attend Prairie View Will attend Alcorn State
MAJOR: MAJOR:

Broadcast/Journalism Degree in Medical Field
ASPIRATION: ASPIRATION:
To become a
To become a News Anchor
Medical Doctor
Haley Smith
Kailyn Wilson
USM
DEGREE: North Forrest High School
Bachelor’s of Science PLAN:
in Biological Science
Will attend JCJC
PLAN: MAJOR:
To attend Dental School
Sports Medicine
ASPIRATION: ASPIRATION:
To become a Dentist
To attend MS State

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10 THINGS SCRIPTURE SAYS ABOUT BEING A FATHER FATHER’S DAY QUOTES

There is nothing easy about being a father, especially nowadays. Well, we hear "A father carries pictures where
your pain. But, an honest look at history reveals a comforting familiarity to the his money used to be."
foundational premise. The fact is dads have been throwing their hands up in - Steve Martin
the air for literally thousands of years. Fortunately for us, this means we don’t
have to reinvent the wheel. "My father gave me the greatest
You may view Scripture as some ancient, out-of-date text that has nothing to gift anyone could give another
say about modern day life. Think again. There is a lot to glean and it may actu- person, he believed in me."
ally change the way you parent. Check out these 10 things Scripture says about - Jim Valvano
being a father.
1. Be your child’s “First Teacher” (Proverbs 22:6) "My father didn’t tell me how to
live. He lived, and let me watch
It’s our responsibility to “train up a child in the way he/she should go.” Not him do it."
the school, not the government, but you—and that means dad. - Clarence Budington Kelland
2. Dads need to exemplify a good life (2 Corinthians. 3:2-3) “An almost perfect relationship
Scripture teaches that who we are and how we live is like a “letter from with his father was the earthly
God.” Our kids read that letter, every day. root of all his wisdom."
3. Provide for your family (I Timothy 5:8) - C.S. Lewis
For those of you struggling to find work, don’t get down on yourself. This “One father is more than a hun-
idea is more about your heart and desire. Being a father who provides co- dred schoolmasters."
vers more than rent and food. As dads, it’s our responsibility to make sure - George Herbert
our family’s needs are addressed across the board. Be encouraged and look “No man stands taller than when
for ways to give to your family even when it is hard to financially. he stoops to help a child."
4. Good dads discipline their children (Proverbs 13:24) - Abraham Lincoln
The one who loves their children, Scripture says, “is careful to discipline “When a father gives to his son,
them.” This is also about proactive leadership in our homes. both laugh; when a son gives to
5. Dads spend time with their children, and it’s not empty time his father, both cry."
(Deuteronomy 6:6-9) - William Shakespeare
The Scriptures are clear that dads must engage their children in the kind of “Having a kid is like falling in love
deep, heart-to-heart conversations that impart more than facts, but teach for the first time when you're 12,
wisdom. Schedule some regular “conversational walks” with your children, but every single day."
one on one. Family time that counts. - Mike Myers
6. Compassion is a “dad” characteristic “Daddies don't just love their
A father has compassion for his children. Psalm 103:13 points out, “so the children every now and then, it's a
LORD has compassion.” love without end."
7. “Put your money where your mouth is” - George Strait
Well, not in those exact words. But James 1:22 instructs us to not only be “By profession I am a soldier and
“hearers” of God’s word but “doers” also. take great pride in that fact, but I
8. Don’t provoke your children (Ephesians 6:4) am also prouder, infinitely proud-
The alternative, the Scripture suggests, is to raise them to be young people er, to be a father. A soldier de-
of faith. “Children who know that their dads pray for them every day own a stroys in order to build; the father
deep sense of love and security.” only builds, never destroys.”
9. Dads never give up on their kids - General Douglas MacArthur
The story of “The Prodigal Son” (Luke 15:20-24) is the story of a father
who never gives up hope and is ready to receive his child back with open www.townandcountrymag.com/leisure/
arms. We can discipline, we can hold accountable, but we must never give g10027429/fathers-day-quotes
up.
10. Dads pray for their children (1 Chronicles 29:19) 7
King David prayed for his son, Solomon.

Submitted by Maxine Coleman | www.allprodad.com

JUNE 1ST—JUNE 15TH

Joni Dixon Marquez Cooley De'Ja Barber Rev. Richard E. Woullard
Doris Jackson Samantha N. Smith Amaury Berry Abigail Baldwin
Montressa Joshua Stephanie R. Hutcherson Daryn D. Chatman Erma Barnes
Kimberly Keys John Jones Cedrick Cooley Marilyn Buckley
Tanner Patrick Allen Jordan Wilmer Lyons Tequala Carson
Ronnie Keaton Iris Keys Karey Keys Sophia Foster
Ayanna Smith Jamylia McLemore Gregory Newton Sharon Johnson Jenkins
Alexis Fails Gladys Scott India Parkman Rosmond M. Lay
Paulo E. Lefatia Stephanie Spencer Joseph Saucier Nicole Miller
Michael Lindsey Raymond Walker Dennis J. Sullivan Elana Robertson
Celeste Garden-May Vanessa Davis Dr. Risher Watts Kylan Beach
Stacey McGowan Lexis Holloway John Weathersby Maurice Ford
Cornell D. Nelson Nykela Jackson Kimberly S. McKenzie Lyeneal D. Griffin
Joseph Page Christopher Mason Helen Parks Alondria Crosby
Lucy Roberts Victor Shelby Arionna T. Fails Patrice Ellis
Shaquinta Barlow Teneika Sutton Arlisha A Fairley Jarwanna Henry
Phillip Little Donyah Arrington Jashaad McGilberry Britney King
Jermara Maxwell Dea. James A. Brown Kendra Weary Alexis White
Eugene Thigpen Raven Cuyler Magnolia Gholar
Demarcus Adams Taylor Gentry Nouri Gray
Nolan Myers Amanda G. Hall Kiara Lee

JUNE 1ST—JUNE 15TH

Andrew Jr. & Paula Blalock Patrick & Genae Keyes
Howard & Adreanne Dillon John & Nennia Weathersby

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JUNE 16TH—JUNE 30TH

Terrence Bullock Taelyr Harris Makenzie Berkhalter Daniel Nix
Dasmeon Caraway Jayci Hammond Charles Hilliard Kobe M. Sullivan
Katrinna Courtney Andrea Keys Timeka Hudson Lafaund Cooley
Darlene Dantzler Clifton Rayborn Jordan Williams O'Shawn Martin
Kijuan Drake Floyd R. Blakely Charle' Hathorn Hardy E Thorne III
Jeanette Griffin Mark Felder Donovan Dahmer Marion Bilbrew
Melissa Hopkins M.J. Hammond Felecia M. Oatis Robert Buckley
Katie Stovall T'voris Haynes Tywun Orr Ameria Ellis
Ricky Barnes Mamie R. Magee-Cooley Latoya Wallace Marion Cooks
Jessica M. Hibbler Eddie Dean Smith Contrell Williamson Rev. Eugene Hobson
Earlie Johnson Santana Thigpen Tyese Winston Sherie Jordan
Jayla Jakeria Jenkins Davoncia Clark Mikal Rasheed Larry Duncan
Chandra Dantzler Brittany T. McClure Robert Carson Ruby N. Roberts
Karrington L. Gholar Crishonda Davis Staci Tate Erica Woodson
Jason B. McClinton Tramaine Hibbler Brian Swanson Diana Andrews
Preston Smith Jerrick Jenkins Jayla Lewis Monica Hathorn
Brenell Ballard Tammie D. Jones Landon Hayes Lavendar Hibbler
Jermaine Duffy Nasya Pittman Ricky Portis Glory J. Ibekwe
Adrianna Hunter Nitesha Pierce Ellie Jewel Dahmer Orlan Hoskin
Bryce Harper Benjamin Davis Rev. Gregory Keyes Desshondra Walker
Cameron Watts Donna Flood Louise Magee

JUNE 16TH—JUNE 30TH

Dea. Richard & Linda Jordan Aaron & Debra Ellis Brown
Dr. Kory & Santana Thigpen Jerid & Deanna Woods
Frank Jr. & Reanna Henderson Allen Jr. & Cynthia Ellis
John & Georgia Garner Martin

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Encouragement For June MENTAL WELLNESS

FOCUS ON FATHERS: FOCUS ON THE GRADUATES: 1A. s we grow, live, and learn, we
“Five amazing Fathers!” Noah is an “Words can inspire, thoughts can discern maturity and peace. Being
excellent father described in the Bi- provoke, but only action truly brings mentally well within comes from
ble. He is famous for building an you closer to your dreams.” the peace within. John 14:27
ark and believing in God when eve- ”(Unknown author)
ryone around him called him crazy. One must not focus on the risk of Submitted by
Abraham was constantly challenged saying, “Yes!” The greater risk is Dr. Stacey Blalock Henry
by God, and he constantly met missing opportunities by saying,
those challenges head-on. When he “No!” Charles Sullivan said, “Never 10
and his wife Sarai were unable to Say Never, Never Say No!”
conceive, God blessed the couple Richard L. Haight, in “The Un-
with their son Isaac. Moses is fa- bound Soul” said, “Embrace the
mous for hearing and obeying the present moment fully and with pas-
Word of God. He did several amaz- sion, because only through the pre-
ing things, including freeing the He- sent moment do we truly live.”
brews from slavery in Egypt and “Trust in the Lord with all your
returning from Mount Sinai with the heart and lean not on your own un-
Ten Commandments we all contin- derstanding; in all your ways submit
ue to live by today. King David's to him, and he will make your paths
story, much like Moses', begins in straight” Proverbs 3:5-6.
childhood. Much like Moses, David LET’S PRAY: Father in the name
encountered a series of trials and of Jesus thank you for the awesome
overcame each with the help of fathers that You are making and
God. Joseph, though Jesus takes molding today. May the fathers be
center stage, it is important to re- encouraged today to always perfect
member Joseph, Jesus' earthly fa- what you have called them to do
ther, was partially responsible for now and in all seasons of their lives
raising the Christ child. Our Heav- concerning themselves and father-
enly Father, who does everything hood. Bless them now dear God
for us, whom the fathers of this and forevermore.
world should follow, whether you Father concerning the graduates,
do it or not He is the ultimate exam- their future is in Your hands. Help
ple for all men to follow as fathers. them to understand that they are
Malachi 4:6: "He will turn the hearts entering another part of their lives,
of the fathers to their children, and another journey. It is up to them
the hearts of the children to their what they make of it and how they
fathers.” 1 Corinthians 16:14: "Do prosper. Please help them to under-
everything in love." Just do it Fa- stand that they will always need
thers of the world, the future is de- Your help in leading and guiding
pending on you. Where are you them to the place called “there”, the
standing and what are you standing place You have prepared for them
on? to be. In Jesus Name. Amen! And it
is so.
Humbly submitted by Rev. Cathy Ross
Woulard

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SICK WEEKLY SCHEDULE

Monique Crosby Terry Harris SUNDAY
Jackie Evans Vickie Scott Sunday School at 9:30 am
Albert Barnett Josie Davis
Dea. Ben Ellis Celia Grant Worship Service at 7:45 am and 10:45 am
Veronica Beach
Louise Magee Angela Thames WEDNESDAY
Vernon Dahmer Jr. Myles Johnson Adult and Youth Bible Study at 7 pm
Charlie Ellis (Adult-Life Center; Youth-Sanctuary)
Lue Dahmer
SATURDAY
NURSING HOME Corporate Prayer at 8 am
Join by dialing 720-740-9642 - access code 4402008
Mary Dean Lee Kathy Wallace Let’s P.U.S.H. (Pray Until Something Happens)
Joe Lee Leah Sampson
Roscoe McDonald Sr. Jessica Hibbler ANNOUNCEMENTS

BEREAVED  June 6th is the final day to apply for the Rev. Dr. R.W.
Woullard Jr. Scholarship. The applications can be picked up
Please be prayerful for our members in their time after church, or in the church office. Members who will
of bereavement! Pray for: graduate from high school are eligible to apply. For more
Tony Evans and his family, his grandson passed. information, please see Deborah Woullard.
Rev. Mary Carter and her family, her uncle
passed.  Wise Encouragers Ministry is hosting a Mental Health
The Boles and Ellis Family in the loss of their Awareness Event, June 18th beginning at 9 am. The sign-up
family member. table is located in the foyer of the Life Center. Some of the
topics that will be discussed are: suicide, grief and depres-
sion. Refreshments and door prizes will be given. See Rev.
Mary Carter, for more information.

 Vacation Bible School is scheduled for Monday, June 20th
through Friday, June 24th from 6 pm to 8 pm. If you would
like to serve, please see Genae Keyes, Sharon Bolton and
Sonya Felts.

 Movie Night for our youth is June 29th at 6:30 pm. Pizza
and popcorn are on the menu. Please see Camille Hayes or
Rev. Eugene Hobson, for more information.

 Pastor Marcus Cosby will be our speaker for revival begin-
ning at 7 pm Wednesday, July 6th through Friday, July 8th.
Start inviting your family and friends.

UPCOMING EVENTS

 June 18th Mental Health Awareness Event
 June 19th Father’s Day
 June 20-24 Vacation Bible School
 June 29th Youth Movie Night (Life Center)
 July 6th-8th Summer Revival

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