ABYWEST

Thank you to everyone who

supported the $3.0 in 24 MO!

Campaign. This two year campaign

will officially end on October 31,

2016. To date, this campaign

allowed us to pay for the cost of

nearly two of the five floors. Your

generosity has been overwhelming.

As you can see, we still have a way

to go. For those who have not

completed their pledge or who

would like make a contribution to

the $3.0 in 24MO! Please do so

before October 31, 2016.

Contributions can be made by

envelope or online.

In November, we will roll out new

initiatives to reach our goal of $8MM

to complete the entire five floor

community center

We recognize that we may need to

raise funds outside of our church

community; however, we want to

attain 100% participation because we

want others to know our

membership is committed to this

effort. So we continue to solicit

your financial support as we move

towards this incredible contribution

to the future of The Abyssinian

Baptist Church and the Harlem

Community. STAY TUNED!

Worship Service May 28, 2017

Baptism 11:30 AM

“To all those who enter here, be thoughtful, be silent, be reverent. Before the service, speak to

God. During the service, let God speak to you. After the service, speak to others.

9:00 AM

11:30 AM Reverend Dr. Calvin O. Butts, III

Prelude

9:00 AM

11:30 AM Nathaniel Gumbs, Organist

Call to Worship

Leader: In a world filled with violence and war,

People: We gather together to celebrate the promise of peace.

Leader: In a world filled with tyranny and oppression,

People: We gather together to celebrate the promise of justice for all.

Leader: In a world filled with hunger and greed,

People: We gather together to celebrate the promise of plenty for all.

Leader: Our hope is in the name of the Almighty God,

All: The Creator, Redeemer, and Sustainer of heaven and earth.

Amen.

The Lord’s Prayer

Processional "God of Our Fathers" #609

Invocation and Chant

Responsive Reading “Memorial Day” #73

Gloria Patri

Prayer and Choral Response

Anthem

9:00 AM

11:30 AM The Cathedral Choir "Praise ye the Lord" A. Randegger

Soloist: Marsha Thompson, Soprano

Pastoral Emphasis

Scripture

Meditation

9:00 AM 11:30 AM The Cathedral Choir "Under His Wings" Stephen Manders

Soloist: Matthew Truss, Countertenor

Sermon and Invitation Invitational

Offertory:

Offertory Sentences & Selections

9:00 AM

11:30 AM The Cathedral Choir "The Blood Still Works" Malcolm Williams

Doxology

Offertory Prayer

Baptism

Recessional "Sign Me Up" #192

Benediction and Amen

Postlude

BIBLE STUDY • NEW MEMBERS CLASS • PRAYER • BABY BLESSING Sunday Morning Praying Band – Sundays - 7:00 AM

Sunday Morning Bible Study – 8:45 AM

Monday Afternoon Bible Class – 12:00 PM

Wednesday Mid-Week Manna Service – 7:00 PM

NEW MEMBERS CLASS SCHEDULE • Meets Sundays, 8:30 AM | Blue Room Class #1 At the Cross: Jesus and Salvation – June 4

Class #2 Faith Foundations: Baptist Polity and Practices – June 11

Class #3 The Abyssinian Baptist Church: Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow – June 18

Class #4 Giving God Our Best: Worship & Stewardship –May 28

PRAYER REQUESTS • Prayer Request forms are available at Ushers station in back

of the main Sanctuary’s center aisle, and via www.abyssinian.org/connect/prayer-

requests/. To Request Prayer or Visitation, call Abyssinian’s 24 Hour Sick & Shut-

In Line: 212.862.7474, x205.

Bereavement: Families of recently departed: Corwin Breeden (brother of Aby member Selene

Breeden); Hattie Brown (Mother of Deaconess Evonne Jennings Tolbert); Ernestine Watts (Mother of

Aby member, Jerry Watts), Darlene Thompson (sister of Aby Usher, Barry Thompson).

Sick/Shut-In & Recovering: Judge Donna Mills (recovering at home from recent surgery)

Hospital); Norma Harvin (currently at Columbia Presbyterian Hospita)l; Ted Perrington and Grace

Crosdale (recuperating at home); Rev. Lillian Brown Gold (in Oakland, NJ Rehabilitation Center); Yetta

Green (Greater Harlem Rehabilitation Center); Bernice Hardy (Mother of Trustee Chair, Alexis Thomas),

Deaconesses: Jessie Green, Bernice Fife, Mattie Copeland and Ayikailey Jackson; Deacon Douglas

Solomon; former Trustee Rich Mitchell, Raine Dorsey, Ernestine Burgess, and E. Denise Perry.

BABY BLESSINGS • Babies are blessed on the 2nd Sunday of each month in 11:30

AM worship service. If you are planning to have your baby blessed at Abyssinian, you

must attend special Baby Blessing course. For details and registration, contact Min.

Pamela D. Mason, 212.862.7474 Ext. 204. Next Class: Wednesday, June 21, 2017.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS To Dr. Butts, the Ministerial Staff, Abyssinian Joint Board Officers, Ministries, Members

and Friends — From the depth of my heart, I want to thank you for the many warm

acts of kindness extended to me and my family during the passing of my mother. May

God bless you all. ~ Deaconess Evonne Jennings Tolbert

Thank you to everyone who supported the Thank you to everyone who supported the $3.0 in

24MO! Campaign and to those who attended the reception. This two year campaign officially ended on October 31, 2016. To date, the campaign allowed us to pay for the cost of nearly two of the five

floors. Your generosity has been overwhelming. As you can see, we still have a way to go. For those who have not completed their pledge, we want

you to continue your payments even though the campaign has ended from an accounting point of view. All of your future payments will be noted to your pledge. We ask you to continue to support

AbyWest. New initiatives will roll out soon as we continue to forge ahead to reach our goal of $8MM to complete the entire five floor community center.

We continue to strive to attain 100% participation because we want others to know our

membership is committed to this effort. Your support is greatly appreciated!

THE ABYWEST COMMUNITY CENTER IS COMING ALIVE!

As we continue fundraising to meet our $12 million goal to complete AbyWest,

we would like to share preliminary renderings of the Community Center’s

Reception Area and Fellowship Hall.

We envision a space where members can gather and fellowship before and

after worship services, and it would also function as a Hall for special occasions

and events.

We urge you to continue supporting this effort, and remain diligent and prayerful

as we strive to reach our goal.

CHRISTIAN EDUCATION

Your awareness of biblical facts is important for spiritual growth. Take the Bible Quest

challenge and try to answer the questions before checking the Aby church website

http://abyssinian.org/ministry/christian-education/abyssinian-institute-for-christian-

education/ for Bible references to the questions. And, remember to be intentional

about taking time to center yourself, as you read the entire chapter where the

answers are found.

1) Who was the mother of John the Baptist?

2) How did Mary react when the Angel Gabriel told her that she would give

birth to Jesus?

3) What special favor did the mother of James and John (sons of Zebedee) ask of

Jesus?

4) As He hung on the cross, how did Jesus ensure that His mother, Mary, would

be cared for?

THE ABYSSINIAN INSTITUTE FOR CHRISTIAN EDUCATION

2017 SPRING SERIES BIBLE STUDY OPPORTUNITIES

OLD TESTAMENT – Passing the Baton: Moses to Joshua

Thursdays 6/1, 6/8, 6/15

7:00 PM – 8:30 PM – Instructor, Minister Pamela D. Mason

The strength of our success today depends on our ability to discern God’s voice

above all else and our willingness to follow His lead. Therefore, studying the historical

Books of Deuteronomy and Joshua are critical for governing our lives

effectively. They provide insights into the relevancy of telling our story, over and over

again to generations that were not present during times of great struggle and the

victories that followed. Take a snapshot in time with us through God’s Code of

Conduct, as He prepared Moses and Joshua to lead Israel and its importance for us

today as we press forward in a new direction for our lives.

MINISTRY

The Sister-to-Sister Book Ministry continues its reading of Quilt of Souls by

Phyllis Lawson. Ministry’s next gathering takes place Saturday, June 10th in Central

Park, 10:30 AM. (Meet in area of 110th Street & Malcolm X Blvd./Lenox Ave).

Abyssinian’s Archives & History Ministry proudly Celebrates its 25th

Anniversary, and invites all to A FACTS & FUN GAME NIGHT on Friday,

June 16, 2017, 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM in the Fellowship Hall. Come Enjoy An evening

of Inter-generational fellowship, fun, prizes and surprises! For ages 2-100+ years young!

BIBLE QUEST

Books on Mass Incarceration are Available for Sale in

The Abyssinian Lobby Bookstore

prepare for the

BREAK EVERY CHAIN BIBLE STUDY SERIES

and secure your copy TODAY of the following titles:

“The New Jim Crow” by Michelle Alexander

“Becoming Ms. Burton” by Susan Burton & Cari Lynn with Forewaord by Michelle Alexander

On June 9, 2017, The Abyssinian Youth Ministry will hold its Youth

Achievement Gala with the theme, “Achievement, Education, and

Excellence.” This event honors Youth of Abyssinian’s WE (Worship Experience), Blue Nile

Passage and Youth on the Move programs in Award categories: academic achievement,

community service & innovation. Reception: 6 PM; Dinner/Program 7 PM. Attire:

Semi-formal. Contact Rev. Young at x220 for more information.

AFFILIATE NEWS

SCHOLARSHIP

The Abyssinian Baptist Church

SCHOLARSHIP MINISTRY OFFERS POSTSECONDARY SCHOLARSHIPS

for 2017-2018 ACADEMIC YEAR

To be considered for The Abyssinian Baptist Church

Postsecondary Scholarship, the following three (3) criteria

must be met; Applicant has to be:

1. A member of The Abyssinian Baptist Church;

2. A graduating high school senior with a grade point average (GPA) of 2.5 or higher;

3. Accepted to accredited college or postsecondary education institution in fall 2017.

Applicants must download and complete the Abyssinian Baptist Church Postsecondary

Scholarship application that is accessible via www.abyssinian.org only. The

completed application package including an essay, three (3) letters of reference, and an

official transcript of grades should be submitted to the Abyssinian Baptist Church

Scholarship Ministry mailbox located in the elevator lobby of the Church on or before

Sunday, June 4, 2017.

Support the Thurgood Marshall Academies PUSH through the Pipeline

Scholarship Fund. Give online at https://www.gofundme.com/tmaPUSHscholarships

or by mail at ADC/PUSH, 131 West 138th Street, LL, New York, NY 10030.

The Abyssinian Development Corporation (ADC) is excited to collaborate

with Schoola to raise money for our partner school, Thurgood Marshall

Academy Lower School (TMALS), which recently experienced vital funding cuts

for extra-curricular programming. Schoola is an online thrift store that accepts new,

and gently worn clothes to sell online. Forty percent of proceeds from those sales are

donated to the school of your choice. Please donate clothes through

www.Schoola.com. Steps to making a clothing donation:

1. Go to www.Schoola.com

2. Click ‘Donate to Help’ at top of page

3. Click “I know the school I want to benefit” in middle of page

4. Type in zip code ‘10039’ in middle of page

5. Select ‘Abyssinian Benefit School’ in drop down

5. Input your mailing information

6. Print FREE mailing label

Your donation will be most impactful for the education of children with so much promise

ahead, and the ADC team greatly appreciates your support!

HEALTH

TODAY IS NO MENTHOL SUNDAY

Menthol is a flavored substance that triggers a cooling sensation when enhaled. Its

most common use is in cigarettes, as it eases the taste of tobacco, making smoking

easier. Many African American “smokers” smoke menthols, and smoking kills 46,000

African Americans per year. That's more than homicides, suicides, AIDS, and car

accidents combined. Most menthol smokers are women!

Many youth, and African Americans “smokers” choose menthols because of the minty

flavor – that same menthol flavor makes it harder to quit smoking. Young people

who start smoking try menthols first, and menthol cigarettes cost less in African

American communities. There are more and larger menthol advertisements in African

American communities.

The FDA has the power to ban menthol from tobacco products and banning

menthol could save lives. If menthol were banned, people might never smoke and

perhaps many African Americans would not die from smoking‐related diseases. The

tobacco industry intentionally targets African Americans to smoke menthols

through concentrated advertising in our neighborhoods, and by pricing menthols

cheaper in our communities.

A ban on the sale of menthol could encourage African Americans to quit smoking as

the taste would not be appealing. Quitting is not easy, but you can call 1-800-QUIT-

NOW for free resources and coaching.

LEGAL

Legal information for New Yorkers who cannot afford an Attorney

LawHelpNY.org, powered by Pro Bono Net, is an online tool for helping

low-income New Yorkers solve their legal problems. Committed to helping

vulnerable New Yorkers achieve equal access to justice, this organization provides

information that is user-friendly in English, Spanish, and other languages, and also

provides/promotes access to high-quality online information about:

Free legal services throughout New York State

Legal rights in a broad range of areas

The New York State court system

Advocacy groups, government offices and social service organizations that help

low-income New Yorkers.

LawHelpNY.org offers Information in the following legal areas: Family and Juvenile • Immigration • Disability • Consumer • Veterans & Military Education

Public Benefits • Health • Discrimination and Civil Rights • Housing Disaster and Relief •

Workers’ Rights • Seniors • Community Development Consequences of Criminal Charges •

Taxes Internet Fraud: Crimes and Prevention

LawHelpNY.org is a collaborative project of: City Bar Justice Center • Empire

Justice Center • The Legal Aid Society of New York • Legal Aid Society of Northeastern New

York • Legal Assistance of Western New York • Legal Services of Hudson Valley • Legal

Services NYC • NY State Bar Association •New York Legal Assistance Group • Pro Bono

Net • Volunteers of Legal Service

EMPLOYMENT

Thursday, June 1, 2017 11 AM – 3 PM

THE WATSON HOTEL 440 West 57th Street NY, NY 10019

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC ***Business Attire and Resumes Required ***

For Ages 18+ Only!!! Share with Your Network and Friends

REALTY

Sale: Two-Family Townhouse in Central Harlem (322 West 140th Street, near St. Nicholas Park,

Striver's Row & The Schomburg Center) features six Bedrooms + three Baths. 3,000 sq. ft.

property can be delivered vacant. 15 x100 w/patio deck, roof deck & private garden. Includes

building air rights! Asking: $2.2M.

Cozy Single Family Townhouse in Plainfield, NJ (1430-32 Belleview Ave.) near Edison &

South Plainfield borders is accessible to I-287, I-78 & Rte. 22. Three Bedrooms, 1-1/2 Baths,

boasts open views with plenty sunlight and attached one car garage that fits 2. Updates include

custom kitchen, bathroom +finished basement. Asking: $289,900. Contact Tony, 646-342-2944.

Three bed/2 bath Duplex Condo in Central Harlem with 2 yr corporate lease in place

for$3,500/month until May 2018. Property can be delivered vacant, if negotiated. Total charges

approx. $830 per month. Asking: $960,000. For more information, call CRS, 917 392 1718

Mount Morris Park 17 ft. wide Brownstone in need of complete gut renovation. Property

will be delivered vacant CNH in place. Total allowable build 5,786. Asking price $2.5 M

Mount Morris Park 20 ft. wide Brownstone in need of complete gut renovation with lots

of salvageable architectural detail and great views. Property will be delivered vacant CNH

pending (previously approved)

Total allowable build 6,054. Asking $4.75M. For more information, call CRS, 917.392.1718

Hamilton Heights 22 ft. wide, 4,576 sq. ft. Brick townhome with mansard roof in need

of complete gut renovation, can be restored back to original splendor as a one family home.

Total allowable build 5,100. Close to transportation: trains, buses and major highways. Asking

$2.1M. For more information, call CRS, 917.392.1718

Rent:

One bdrm/1bath, 3rd Floor apt. in beautiful, well-kept Harlem brownstone features

good closet space, hardwood floors, Kitchen stainless steel appliances, granite countertops &

Washer/Dryer. Convenient to B, C, #2 & #3 trains. Rents for $2,000 and Available June

15th. For viewing, call 646.526.1119.

Two bed/1bath Apt. in pre-war building near Central Park boasts three exposures!

Great for roommate share. Approx. 650 sq. ft. Asking: $2,200 per month. Call CRS,

917.392.1718

Two bed/1.5 bath in Mount Morris Park w/newly renovated kitchen, private outdoor patio

in great location and accessible to Manhattan’s East/West sides. Asking: $3,500/month. For

more information, call CRS, 917.392.1718

SAVE THE DATE

SERMON NOTES

Take personal notes while listening to the Word of God

Date:

Sermon Title:

Biblical Text:

Points to Note:

PULPIT FLOWERS

Courtesy of Saundra Parks 212 529.5000

ABYSSINIAN DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION 212.368.4471 | adcorp.org

THE ABYSSINIAN BAPTIST CHURCH OFFICERS

Gerald Barbour Chairman, Board of Deacons

Eleanor E. Olive Chair, Board of Deaconess

Alexis Thomas Chair, Board of Trustees

Walter Douglas Treasurer

Sheila S. Boston Robinson Church Clerk

MINISTERIAL STAFF

Reginald L. Bachus Associate Pastor Ext. 203

Itang H. Young Assistant Minister for Youth Ext. 220

Rashad R. Moore Assistant Minister Ext. 212

MUSIC MINISTRY

James Davis, Jr. Director, Music Ministries & Fine Arts Ext. 261

ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES

Finance Ext. 245

Building, Grounds & Maintenance Ext. 244

WORSHIP SERVICES

Sunday

7:00 am The Praying Band

9:00 am Bible Class

9:00 am Sunday School

9:00 am Worship Service

9:15 am -11:00 am WE Youth Worship Experience

11:30 am Worship Service

2nd Sunday 11:30 am Babies Blessed

3rd Sunday 9:00 am & 11:30 am Communion/Right Hand of Fellowship (11:30 am)

4th Sunday 11:30 am Baptism

5th Sunday 11:30 am Youth Sunday

Wednesday

7:00 pm Mid-Week Manna

THE ABYSSINIAN BAPTIST CHURCH

132 Odell Clark Place • New York, NY 10030 | 212.862.7474 (T) 212.862.3255 (F)

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