SGBC Newsletter Volume 3, Edition 7

July 2022 Volume 3, Edition 7

SHADY GROVE BAPTIST CHURCH

REV. DR. REGINALD WOULLARD, PASTOR
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TRUE FREEDOM AND INDEPENDENCE

INDEPENDENCE... IS IT REALLY A GOOD THING?

In a day and age when independence is praised, I wonder if it's really a good thing when

it comes to our relationship with God.

“God helps those who help themselves,” we say, as if quoting Scripture. Oh really? I

believe Scripture implies God helps those who admit they can't help themselves. The

Apostle Paul, who probably considered himself quite independent before he met Christ,

claimed the strength that comes through a total dependence on God when he said

God's “power is perfected in weakness. Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about

my weaknesses, so that Christ's power may rest on me” (2 Corinthians 12:9).

If you've prided yourself on not needing anyone, or have just feared trusting another

person because of disappointment or betrayal, God wants to more than make up for

your disappointment in someone else by showing you, in His Word, that He's the most Inside this issue
reliable One you could ever depend on.

Scripture tells us three wonderful things about God: Page 2: What’s Happening At SGBC

God can be trusted with your provision. When we think of someone to depend on, Page 3: What’s Happening At SGBC

we often think in terms of financial stability. I remember feeling rather insecure about Page 4: National Parents Day
Parents Day Quotes & Sayings
the small paycheck my husband received during his first few years as a fulltime pastor.
We learned, first hand, the truth of Philippians 4:19, that “My God will meet all your Page 5: Encouragement For July
Bible Trivia
needs according to his glorious riches in Christ Jesus. “You have a God who is in con-
trol; so don't feel that you have to be.” Those are reassuring words for anyone who feels Page 6: Birthday / Anniversary (7/1-7/15)
Page 7: Birthday / Anniversary (7/16-7/31)
they have no one to depend on.

God can be trusted with your protection. We can invest in a top-of-the-line security Page 8: Mental Wellness
10 Commandments Of Mental
system for our homes and take all sorts of pre-cautionary measures to protect all that we Health
have, but ultimately God is the one who protects us and keeps us safe. The Psalmist
Bible Trivia Answers
tells us: “I will lie down and sleep in peace, for you alone, O Lord, make me dwell in
Funnies

safety” (Psalm 4:8). Page 9: Find The Word Puzzles

God can be trusted with your problems. We can plan out our lives, but ultimately Page 10: Sick / Shut-in / Bereaved

God is in control of our destiny. He knows every event that occurs in our lives and eve- Weekly Schedule / Announcements

ry incident that takes us by surprise. God is so gracious that even when we take the reins

and start trying to control things and we mess up, He steps in and gets us back on the Special points of interest
right path. Deuteronomy 33:26 says “…no other god is like ours...
Whether it's protecting you, providing for you, or working out your troubles, God can • What Does True Freedom Mean To You
be trusted to care for His own. Won't you start looking to Him as the One you can de- • Revival - A Time Of Renewal
pend on? Submitted by Maxine Coleman | Written by Cindi McMenamin; read article in its en- • Minorities Face Unique Struggles
tirety at www.biblestudytools.com • August 6th—Back To School Rally, Back-

pack Giveaway, Ministry Fair & Fun

SHADY GROVE BAPTIST CHURCH

101 WARREN MOTT PARK WAY * HATTIESBURG, MS 39401 * 601 -583-9243
EMAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: WWW.SH ADYGROVE-CHURCH.ORG

What’s Happening At CONGRATS TO OUR GRADUATES

SGBC GIRL SCOUTS AT DAHMER PARK Congratulations
to all the
scholarship
recipients,

especially our
own, Amiya
Crowell and

Kelsey
Parkman.

MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS EVENT

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL

In-person (Dropbox, Cash, Check, Credit/Debit Cards)
CASH APP ($sgbchburg) Online Giving (shadygrove-church.org/give)

VENMO (@sgbchburg
PAYPAL ([email protected])

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What’s Happening At

You are invited to come and be blessed as the Rev.
Dr. Marcus D. Cosby, the Senior Pastor of Wheeler
Avenue Baptist Church in Houston, Texas, delivers
messages from Heaven.
As the successor to the Founding Pastor of Wheeler
Avenue, Dr. William A. Lawson, Pastor Cosby has
continued the ministry of this intentionally intergen-
erational congregation in the inner city of Houston,
Texas since 2004, having served as Associate Pastor
since 1998.
God commissioned Pastor Cosby to develop the
ministry and the people of Wheeler Avenue Baptist
Church. Under his leadership, Wheeler opened its
brand new building in November, 2021 after not
meeting in person for more than 20 months.
Make plans to be in the Shady Grove Life Center at
7 pm on Wednesday, July 6th; and share the good
news! Excerpts from wheelerbc.org

God commissioned us to go
and share His simple plan of
salvation. Rev. Cathy Ross
Woulard is leading a class that
will offer the opportunity for
us to get more comfortable
with sharing how much God
loves us and wants us in His
family. The classes are every
Wednesday beginning at 6 pm
in the Fellowship Hall.
All are welcome, no registra-
tion necessary.

BLESSED AS A REPUBLIC

It is said that the blessings we have received as a Constitutional Republic over the past 246 years are from God.
Though it may not always seem like it at times, the turmoil that can be seen in other countries proves the stability
brought to America by God. An example of how our roots are based off religious examples can be found written
on the Liberty Bell. The inscription at the top of the bell is “Proclaim liberty throughout the land and to all the
inhabitants thereof” Leviticus 25:10.
Read the article in its entirety at: geb.tv/remembering-our-fight-for-independence-the-christian-basis-of-the-fourth-of-july

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NATIONAL PARENTS’ DAY PARENTS QUOTES & SAYINGS

There is Mother’s Day in May.  Have a day of board games. It’s To help us appreciate, love and
There is Father’s Day in June. a fun time of family enjoyment, show more respect for our parents,
There is also Parents’ Day in July. with very little cost. below are some inspirational par-
Parents’ Day may be a lesser- ents quotes and sayings.
known holiday, but it has great sig-  Look at old family pictures and 1. We never know the love of a
nificance in meaning. It was estab- reminisce. You could even
lished almost 30 years ago and work on putting together your parent till we become parents
shines a spotlight on the tough yet own scrapbook. ourselves.
rewarding job of being a parent. – Henry Ward Beecher
What is Parents’ Day?  Take a scenic drive around your 2. Let parents bequeath to their
Parents’ Day is celebrated the area. For even more bonding children not riches, but the
fourth Sunday in July; this year it time, keep the radio off and spirit of reverence. – Plato
falls on July 24. enjoy talking. 3. When you look into your
While many parents weren't aware mother’s eyes, you know that is
of the holiday, the importance of it  Go for a picnic. Take care to the purest love you can find on
doesn't escape them. “Parents’ Day pack some of your parents’ fa- this earth. – Mitch Albom
should focus on the joint role of vorite foods. 4. A parent’s love is whole no
the parents for their child or chil- matter how many times divid-
dren,” says mother Tracy Ford.  Visit a place of special signifi- ed. – Robert Brault
“Parenting should be done togeth- cance or a place you’ve been 5. The best inheritance a parent
er, as a team. Parents need to try to wanting to experience. can give his children is a few
work together, to make decisions minutes of his time each day.
together, and seek to meet the  Read together. This is especially – O. A. Battista
needs of their children together. I effective with younger children. 6. “Children begin by loving their
think it is a needed holiday!” parents; as they grow older
How Did It Start?  Give parents the day off. Make they judge them; sometimes
Congress passed “The Parents’ Day them dinner or take them out they forgive them.”
Resolution” in 1994. President Bill to eat. ― Oscar Wilde
Clinton signed it into law that same 7. There is no such thing as a per-
year.  Clean the house or wash your fect parent. So just be a real
The resolution stated that private parents’ car. You could also one. – Sue Atkins
citizens, along with federal, state, hire a cleaning service or take 8. “Behind every young child
and local governments should rec- the car to be detailed. who believes in himself is a
ognize the day through activities, parent who believed first.”
educational endeavors, and procla-  Ask questions about your par- – Matthew Jacobson
mations. ents’ childhood. Watch their 9. “A good father is a source of
The first Parents’ Day celebration eyes light up as they share inspiration and self-restraint. A
was held in 1995. memories. good mother is the root of
Ways You Can Celebrate kindness and humbleness.”
You can find your own unique  Watch a movie together. For a – Dr T.P. Chia
ways to celebrate parents, encour- special treat, find a less- 10. “It is time for parents to teach
age them in raising children, and frequented drive-in movie thea- young people early on that in
acknowledge their sacrifice and la- ter. diversity there is beauty and
bor of love. there is strength.”
Here are a few ways you can per- Don’t forget—Parents’ Day in- – Maya Angelou
sonally make your parents feel spe- cludes grandparents, too! You can Read more at: everydaypower.com | par-
cial. use these ideas to have a memora- ents-quotes-and-sayings
ble time with them as well.
No matter how you choose to 4
commemorate the day, the most
important thing is to show appreci-
ation for your parents and other
parents you know and encourage
them in their pursuit of raising kids.
Submitted by Maxine Coleman |Read
more at www.verywellfamily.com/what-is-
parents-day

Encouragement For July BIBLE TRIVIA

TRUE FREEDOM AND INDEPENDENCE! 1. In the Bible it says that before
there was anything, there was
July is set aside for Independence we live cannot compare to the who or what?
Day, July 4th. What does that day True Freedom that comes ( ) Winter
really mean? through knowing our Lord and ( ) Joseph
The passage of the Declaration of Savior, Jesus Christ. Receiving ( ) God
Independence by the Continental Him as both our Lord and Savior ( ) Pop Tarts
Congress on July 4, 1776, separat- is so important to our everyday
ed the North American colonies living and our lives period! 2. What did God do on the fourth
from Great Brit- day of Creation?
ain. Ok, so was In Lifeway Voic- ( ) He created Burger King
that True Free- es they refer- ( ) He created the first man,
dom? For some ence, True Free- Adam
maybe but not for dom is not a ( ) He created the sun, moon,
all!!! Slavery matter of doing and stars
(freedom for what you want ( ) He created animals
some) did not end without restraint,
until December but cultivating 3. Where did Adam and Eve live
18, 1865, but did it the right wants before they disobeyed God?
really end…. Sooo and living in (Answer is three words)
there must be obedience to
more to True God’s will. In 4. What did Noah build the ark out
Freedom. Right? other words, of?
We have come a long way yet not True Freedom ( ) Fur
far enough. One explanation says results when our wants align with ( ) Gopher wood
True Freedom is only achieved God’s will. Your Choice. What ( ) Maple wood
when our hearts are changed does your True Freedom mean to ( ) Oak
John 8:36 states, “If the Son sets you?
you free you will be truly free.” Let’s Pray: Father God in the 5. Which was the first animal to
Freedom does not mean we do Name of Jesus You are the one explore the world outside the
anything we choose. In John 8:31 true God who owns the freedom ark?
-32, Jesus Christ explained how that we all seek. Our True Free- ( ) Dove
one can receive True Freedom. dom lies in You. Jesus died once ( ) Raven
Verse 31, So Jesus said to the and for all to set us free and we ( ) Skunk
Jews who believed in him, “If you have only to take advantage of ( ) Pikachu
continue to obey my teaching, that freedom in His death, burial
you are truly my followers. Verse and resurrection for us. Thank 6. How many sons did Jacob have?
32, Then you will know the truth, you so much for doing just that ( ) 16
and the truth will make you free.” for all of us. We thank You for ( ) 10
This is mind, body and soul. Af- True Freedom in the Name of ( ) 12
ter all the protest, debates, fights Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. ()5
and all the things we do to reach Amen! And it is so.
freedom of speech and the way Humbly submitted by Rev. Cathy Ross 7. How many times did Joshua's
Woulard army march around the walls of
Jericho? (total - during the entire
siege) (Joshua 6:3,4)
( ) 13
( ) 10
( ) 24
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(Answers on p. 8)

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JULY 1ST—JULY 15TH

Amy Glory Bolivar Cherry Charity Parker Senna Johnson
Jacqueline Haynes-Julian Ciara Magee Dyas Tate Barbara Payton
Jackie Stone Keyara Johnson John H. Williams Uniqua Sandifer
Mychal D. Thompson David Winters Brittani Wynn Tate Byronika Smith
Ja'niya Carter Keyanna Armstead Hosea Lashun Booth Lemon Sullivan
John Hinton Dea. Ricky Crowell Bria Braxton Kecia Veleka Thorne-Harris
Samantha Nelson Kimberly D. Fox Kimberly Brown Harmoanie Wanzo
Maria Benjamin Lori Holliman Hailey King Felecia Clanton
Tamika Bunch Edna Hunt Brajah Clark Latesha Manzie
Janice Daniels Tim Love Barbara Lowe Jamie Newby
Portia Elise Fountain Carla Lee Rawls Marcus White Santana Parks
Ladonna McCann Linda Roberts Ford Louis Barnes Caylon May
Fredrick Jermaine Toy Derrick S. Williams Jessica Cook Carson Prince Woullard
Cynthia Fairley Andrew W. Mott Ryanne Flanders Jonothan Barnes
Kniok Knight Alisha Tribble Lee Ellis Wyonona Crosby
Brittanie Latia Minor Daylyn Croom Don Johnson Dee Flennory Jones
Milton L. Moye Travis Barnes Jaiden VanBuren Annie Jean Jordan
Sonnette Denise Terry Shawana McArthur Sedan Angry Brigit Lee
Anita F. Bourn Chilevin Jones Chasity Davis Sonya Martin
Reanna Henderson Keylon Hammond Tanathia Feazell Stephanie H. Smith
Demarcus Turner Juma Martin Shamikka Hayes Lenise Danielle Stallings

JULY 1ST—JULY 15TH

John Earl & Chandra Owens Larry Jr. & Vivian Steward
Judge II & Chrystal Haynes Brown Corey & Twianna Abrams

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JULY 16TH—JULY 31ST

Jarrius Adams Talyn Shaffer Brandon Harmon Laken Williamson
Harry Brister Ariana Jones Cameron Brown John Polion
Anthony Jenkins Brenda Kellen Sharon Shelby Julius Hinton
Deunka Jordan Adrian Lewis Joseph Thigpen Tarsha L. Wilson
Larisa Riley Page Towanna L. Sutton Khela Winters Tiffany Gaddis
Tangela Gray Robert Davis Jaylen Adams Charlene Hatch
James E. McLemore Coray Allen Michael Fletcher Jamarcus Jefferson
Chandra Owens Morissa Barnes Milea Maye Jamarkis Nelson
Conchetta Thomas Valencia Bourne-Hopkins Kenneth Ward Myra Clayton
Brianna Gholar Tamecia Fletcher-Burke Vanessa Wilson Charlie Ellis
Justin Hardaway Amar Arrington Marvin R. Crockett Lacresha Floyd
Constance Parkman Donnicka Hayes Angelica Allen Rikkian Johnson
Lauren Gates Valencia Hopkins Dea. Adrian Jones Dorothy Thomas
Jocole Green Sapaletto Howze Vickie Scott John Brandon
Kheston Michael Dumas Renee Jackson Dalvin Jordan Alisha Campbell
Charles H. Gray Donnie Westbrook Timothy White Tamiko Cooley
Kaytlin Haynes Michael Lavon Wilson Patricia Wolfe Jaylah McClendon
Herbert Turner Rickey Bradley Jr. Carolyn Woullard Parker Woodland
Bryson Comegys Faye Johnson Lettie E. Burger Nathan Gaines
Darrion Strickland Luis McLain Terrell Bernard Carson Theodore Walker
Sanderrica Armstead Zipharius Rice Byron R. Dixon Gibria Leflore
Ronald Bush Patricia Turner Brandy Ellis Yulanda Wright
Julius B. Campbell Mary Ann Carter Melissa Gardner
Otto Crawford Gwendolyn Young Chandler Alexis Robinson
Aaliyah Decker Donna Eaton Victoria Virgess

JULY 16TH—JULY 31ST

Cornell & Samantha Nelson Teddy & Anita Williams
Jarrad & Coiya N. Henry Deforrest & Sandra Leniese Thompson
Ben & Veronica Beach Johnny A. Jr. & Mamie Donyelle Henry

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MENTAL WELLNESS BIBLE TRIVIA ANSWERS

July is designated as the National Mi- 1. God
nority Mental Health Awareness 2. He created the sun, moon,
Month to bring awareness to the
unique struggles that minorities face. and stars.
Mental illness affects one in four peo- 3. Garden of Eden
ple in our world, but nearly two-thirds 4. Gopher wood
of the people that are aware of their 5. Raven
mental illness never seek treatment. 6. 12
Most mental illnesses go undiagnosed. 7. 13
Additionally, minorities' barriers to
seeking treatment include lack of health care coverage and the cultural FUNNIES
stigmas surrounding mental health.
Today, stress is one of the most common causes of the decline of mental
health in minorities, as many face work-related stress, financial stress, rela-
tionship stress, and media overload. Research supports the correlation of
stress and the development of mood disorders, such as anxiety and de-
pression.
Help begins with candid discussions within our communities.
For more information: Georgia Hope and https://www.ncdhhs.gov

Submitted by Stacey Blalock Henry, Ph.D.

your well-being

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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 Worship Service at 7:45 am and 10:45 am
Dea. Ben Ellis Celia Grant
Angela Thames WEDNESDAY
Vernon Dahmer Jr. Louise Magee Adult and Youth Bible Study at 7 pm
Charlie Ellis Lue Dahmer (Adult-Life Center; Youth-Sanctuary)
Barbara Payton E.G. Ellis
James McLemore Jackie McLemore SATURDAY
Elmus Burks III Kishua Burks-Booth Corporate Prayer at 8 am
Join by dialing 720-740-9642 - access code 4402008
NURSING HOME Let’s P.U.S.H. (Pray Until Something Happens)

Mary Dean Lee Kathy Wallace ANNOUNCEMENTS
Joe Lee Leah Sampson
Roscoe McDonald Sr. Jessica Hibbler  Pastor Marcus Cosby will be our speaker for the
summer revival beginning at 7 pm Wednesday,
BEREAVED July 6th through Friday, July 8th. Invite your
family and friends!
Please be prayerful for our members in their time
of bereavement! Pray for:  The Baptism Ceremony is Sunday, July 31st at 10
Rev. Sandra Walker and her family, her uncle am in the Sanctuary. We will have Baby Dedica-
passed. tion during the 10:45 am Service. Please see
Deborah Woullard, if you would like to be bap-
tized and Maxine Coleman, if you would like to
dedicate your baby.

 Grand Slam Disciple recognition is July 31st dur-
ing the 10:45 am Service.

 Mark your calendar! On August 6th from 10 am
to 2 pm we will host a Back To School Rally, a
Backpack Giveaway, a Ministry Fair and a day of
fun for the kids. At the Back To School Rally,
we will have representatives from the local col-
leges and universities. For the Backpack Givea-
way, we need you to donate backpacks and
school supplies. We need all ministry leaders to
set up a table to shine a light on your ministry’s
mission. For more information on the Rally,
please see Camille Hayes. To donate to the Back-
pack Giveaway, please see Tony Evans or Don-
nicka Hayes. To confirm your ministry will set
up, please see Maxine Coleman.

The SGBC Newsletter is a publication of the Shady Grove Baptist Church.
It is published once a month on the 1st of each month. Contact us at [email protected].

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