A Note from Your AMS
November has arrived, and with it comes colder weather. The older I get, the less I seem to tolerate the cold. My ideal climate would be seventy-five degrees year-round with just enough rain to keep the gardens and yards green. I don’t know of any place like that, but it doesn’t hurt to dream!
Even so, I am reminded of Ephesians 5:20:
“Giving thanks always for all things unto God the Father in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.”
Although colder weather is on the way, I will continue to give praise and thanksgiving to God the Father.
Paul’s instruction to the church at Ephesus was to give thanks to God always — for all things. That means we, as believers, are called to offer thanks in both the good and the difficult seasons. I’ll admit, it’s much easier to praise God on the mountaintops than in the valleys. But as I grow older, I’m learning that God works through both. I may not recognize His purpose in the moment, but I often see it more clearly once He has brought me through.
God never wastes an opportunity to shape us to be more like Christ. Romans 8:28 reminds us:
“All things work together for good to those who love God.”
As we enter this season of thanksgiving, let’s thank God for all things — the joyful and the challenging.
I am also grateful for the blessings we experienced during our annual meeting on October 12th. I believe it was one of the best meetings we’ve had in my nine years in this position. The worship, unity, music from the OBI choir, the message from Dr. Charlie Goodman, and the IMB missionary testimony were all tremendously encouraging. Many commented on how well the venue and sound worked this year — I completely agree. Praise God from whom all blessings flow!
We are still waiting to receive payment from Baxter’s for the land, but I was recently told it should be coming soon. Once that happens, we will begin the process of purchasing the property on Creek Terrace. Please keep our building team in your prayers as they begin important work — praying that there will be unity and clear direction as recommendations are made for the future building plan.
I pray that you and your family have a blessed Thanksgiving season and that God provides richly in your life.
With Thanksgiving,
Bro. Tommy
WMU Corner
Roetta Vaught — Associational WMU Director
(606) 875-0515 (cell) (606) 678-2836 (home)
roettavaught@yahoo.com
Watchword:
“Because we loved you so much, we were delighted to share with you not only the gospel of God but our lives as well.”
— 1 Thessalonians 2:8
“If you want to be my follower, you must put aside selfish thinking, take up your cross daily, and follow Me.”
— Luke 9:23
Upcoming WMU Events
- November 3 — Baptist Women’s World Day of Prayer
Looking for a church to host this event. If interested, please contact Roetta. - November 11 — Leadership Team Meeting
6 PM at Calvary Baptist Church
Come explore new mission opportunities. - November 30–December 7 — Week of Prayer for International Missions
This year’s IMB focus: Brazil
Mission Project: Christmas Backpacks
We are collecting Christmas Backpacks for children this season.
If your church would like to pack backpacks or help with distribution, please contact:
Jeremy Cole, KBC Missionary 606-875-2331
Pray for Our Churches Without Pastors
- Bronston First
- New Enterprise
- Northside
- Calvary
- Floyd Switch
- Bethany
- Good Hope
Bluegrass Senior Living Services — 2:00 PM
November
- 2nd — Refuge Baptist
- 9th — Bethlehem Baptist
- 16th — Pleasant View Baptist
- 23rd — Pulaski Baptist
- 30th — Immanuel Baptist
December
- 7th — Pleasant Hill Baptist
- 14th — Community Baptist
- 21st — Barnesburg Baptist
- 28th — Mt. Union Baptist
If you are unable to fulfill your scheduled time, please call 606-679-4578 so residents will not be left waiting. They deeply look forward to these services.
Additional Upcoming Events
- November 2 — Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church
- November 10 & 11 — KBC Pastors Conferences & Luncheons at First Baptist Church, Cold Spring
- November 27 — LCBA Office Closed for Thanksgiving
- November 30–December 7 — Week of Prayer for IMB & Lottie Moon Offering
Office & Profile Updates
- The LCBA Office is now temporarily located at:
286 Bogle Street, Suite 3, Somerset, KY 42503
Please send all mail to this address. - Annual Church Profiles (ACP’s) are now open.
If your church has not completed them yet, please do so soon.
Happy Thanksgiving!
May God bless you and keep you in this season of gratitude and grace.
