INSIDE This Issue Sounds Like Fun Let all things be done for building up. 1 Corinthians 14:26 (ESV) Games have an entirely different definition to anyone raised in a 90’s era youth group. Each week, our youth leader would have some new game for us to try, along with the old standby of Trainwreck, which everyone wanted to play. By the way, if you’ve never played Trainwreck, it consists of a circle of chairs one less than the number of participants. The person in the middle might say something like, “whoever is wearing jeans.” Anyone that statement applies to must thereby exit their seat and transition to another not directly next to them. Don’t misunderstand. This isn’t some casual stroll to another spot. What ensues is a chaotic mingling of teens running past one another to claim a spot as to not be the person in the middle. Bodies collide. Chairs knocked down. The name applies. This game, with others like chair hockey (what it sounds like, but played with a beach ball) and squid bowling (again, exactly what it sounds like) are just a sampling of the games we used to play when I was part of youth. Even when training to become a youth minister, we would be subjected to these same crazy games, finding gummy bears in a pan of flour with your mouth, food relay where you eat something from a bag, duct taping someone to a wall to see how long they stick, “Honey, if you love me, you’ll smile,” etc. Should you desire to know more, catch me some time because this newsletter certainly doesn’t allow that much space to provide all the details. The obvious question probably comes up as you read this, what does any of that have to do with ministry? The most basic, simple answer is … fellowship. When you gather a bunch of kids together, you have any variety of groups represented, talkative, quiet, outgoing, shy, athletic, not-so-athletic, brains, jocks, nerds, and “whatevers” that defy categorization. It can be a difficult job to get all those kids relating, until they’re cheering each other on during a game of Chubby Bunny, which is not recommended, by the way. The effects are amazing, though. People who don’t share the same interests or groups of friends, divided geographically, students at rival schools, come together supporting and encouraging each other. Something special happens. They begin to relate to one another. They form friendships. I still hear from those hometown youth group friends even now. I even read scripture at one of their weddings a few years back. Point being, even among the goofy games, the silly moments, church happens. People gain a sense of belonging, understanding they matter, they’re important, they’re loved. They understand that the divisions felt anywhere else aren’t applicable at church. In church, we’re bound by something much stronger than anything that could divide. When we experience and live out the love of Christ in our lives, we create a place where all are welcome. I still want to play strobe light volleyball. — Trent Sessoms a monthly newsletter of Knightdale Baptist Church P1 Sounds Like Fun P2 August Anniversaries and Birthdays P2 Baptist Knights P2 Children’s Time Schedule for August P2 On-line Giving P2 Love Connection P2 Ushers for August P2 Thank You P3 August Calendar P3 Birth Announcement P4 Children’s Worship Schedules for August P4 List of Deacons P4 “Fill the Barrel” Sunday P5 Wedding Shower P5 Pastor’s Book Review P5 Revelation Bible Study P6 Operation Christmas Child P6 Back-to-School Bash P6 Fifth Sunday Sing P7 Backpack Buddies P7 Training Extravaganza P8 Youth News P8 Staff Volume 12, Issue 8
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Let all things be done for building up.
1 Corinthians 14:26 (ESV)
Games have an entirely different definition to anyone raised in a 90’s era youth group. Each week, our youth leader would have some new game for us to try, along with the old standby of Trainwreck, which everyone wanted to play. By the way, if you’ve never played Trainwreck, it consists of a circle of chairs one less than the number of participants. The person in the middle might say something like, “whoever is wearing jeans.” Anyone that statement applies to must thereby exit their seat and transition to another not directly next to them. Don’t misunderstand. This isn’t some casual stroll to another spot. What ensues is a chaotic mingling of teens running past one another to claim a spot as to not be the person in the middle. Bodies collide. Chairs knocked down. The name applies. This game, with others like chair hockey (what it sounds like, but played with a beach ball) and squid bowling (again, exactly what it sounds like) are just a sampling of the games we used to play when I was part of youth. Even when training to become a youth minister, we would be subjected to these same crazy games, finding gummy bears in a pan of flour with your mouth, food relay where you eat something from a bag, duct taping someone to a wall to see how long they stick, “Honey, if you love me, you’ll smile,” etc. Should you desire to know more, catch me some time because this newsletter certainly doesn’t allow that much space to provide all the details. The obvious question probably comes up as you read this, what does any of that have to do with ministry? The most basic, simple answer is … fellowship. When you gather a bunch of kids together, you have any variety of groups represented, talkative, quiet, outgoing, shy, athletic, not-so-athletic, brains, jocks, nerds, and “whatevers” that defy categorization. It can be a difficult job to get all those kids relating, until they’re cheering each other on during a game of Chubby Bunny, which is not recommended, by the way. The effects are amazing, though. People who don’t share the same interests or groups of friends, divided geographically, students at rival schools, come together supporting and encouraging each other. Something special happens. They begin to relate to one another. They form friendships. I still hear from those hometown youth group friends even now. I even read scripture at one of their weddings a few years back. Point being, even among the goofy games, the silly moments, church happens. People gain a sense of belonging, understanding they matter, they’re important, they’re loved. They understand that the divisions felt anywhere else aren’t applicable at church. In church, we’re bound by something much stronger than anything that could divide. When we experience and live out the love of Christ in our lives, we create a place where all are welcome. I still want to play strobe light volleyball.
— Trent Sessoms
a monthly newsletter of Knightdale Baptist Church
P1 Sounds Like Fun
P2 August Anniversaries and Birthdays
P2 Baptist Knights
P2 Children’s Time Schedule for August
P2 On-line Giving
P2 Love Connection
P2 Ushers for August
P2 Thank You
P3 August Calendar
P3 Birth Announcement
P4 Children’s Worship Schedules for August
P4 List of Deacons
P4 “Fill the Barrel” Sunday
P5 Wedding Shower
P5 Pastor’s Book Review
P5 Revelation Bible Study
P6 Operation Christmas Child
P6 Back-to-School Bash
P6 Fifth Sunday Sing
P7 Backpack Buddies
P7 Training Extravaganza
P8 Youth News
P8 Staff
V o l u m e 1 2 , I s s u e 8
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William Hailey August 1st
Becca Farrington August 2nd
Chloe Johnston August 3rd
Jerry Hall August 8th
Judy Smith August 10th
Beverly Hinton August 11th
Brandon West August 11th
Leonor Henao August 18th
Alyssa Mozingo August 19th
Barbara Polky August 19th
Janice Dean August 20th
John Massey August 20th
Frances Glover August 23rd
Jeremy Tention August 23rd
Christie Hatch August 24th
Rosetta May August 25th
Dwight Whitley August 25th
David Talley August 26th
Ben Poirier August 27th
Robert Talley August 28th
Korey and Christie Hatch
August 2nd
Happy 18th Anniversary!
Nelson and Joyce Crider
August 8th
Happy 62nd Anniversary!
Trent and Susan Sessoms
August 11th
Happy 8th Anniversary!
Herbert and Bea Riley
August 27th
Happy 60th Anniversary!
Love Connection for August
(Please send a card, place a call or visit the following during the month of August):
Charles Dean 307 Faison Dr.
Knightdale, NC 27545
Frances Wall P.O. Box 395
Knightdale, NC 27545
August Birthdays August
Anniversaries
Ushers for August
Youth
Baptist Knights for August and
September
Baptist Knights are KBC volunteers that ensure the facilities are locked and secure each day. If you need the facilities unlocked for any reason please be sure to contact the church office so that they may help make those arrangements for you. Thank you.
July 26 - Aug 1 Brandon West
Aug 2 - Aug 8 Bill Scanlon
Aug 9 - Aug 15 Rick Talley
Aug 16 - Aug 22 Don Joyner
Aug 23 - Aug 29 James Lucas
Aug 30 - Sept 5 Sam Maise
Sept 6 - Sept 12 Bill Scanlon
Sept 13 - Sept 19 Jeff Maynard
Sept 20 - Sept 26 Tim Poirier
Sept 27 - Oct 3 Stephen Tew
Children’s Time Ministry Leader’s
Schedule
Aug 2nd - Bill Scanlon Aug 9th - James Lucas Aug 16th - Jamie Rosehart Aug 23rd - Joe Johnston
Aug 30th - Lois McCoy Sept 6th - Bill Scanlon
Thank You The Harrell family wishes you to know that they appreciate all that the KBC family has done for them.
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26 9:15 AM Koffee Before Church 9:45 AM Bible Study 11:00 AM Morning Worship 6:00 PM Snack n YAK
27 7:00 PM Church Council Meeting
28 10:00 AM BALL Club
29 6:30 PM Adult Bible Study 6:30 PM YAK 360 7:30 PM Worship Choir Practice
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2 9:15 AM Koffee Before Church 9:45 AM Bible Study 11:00 AM Morning Worship 6:00 PM Snack n YAK
3 7:00 PM Deacon’s Meeting
4 10:00 AM BALL Club
5 6:30 PM Adult Bible Study New Revelation Bible Study begins 6:30 PM YAK 360 7:30 PM Worship Choir Practice
6 7:00 PM Properties Committee Meeting
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9 9:15 AM Koffee Before Church 9:45 AM Bible Study 11:00 AM Morning Worship 6:00 PM Snack n YAK
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11 10:00 AM BALL Club
12 6:30 PM Adult Bible Study 6:30 PM YAK 360 7:30 PM Worship Choir Practice
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FLC Reserved all day Youth Trip to Wet ‘n Wild
16 9:15 AM Koffee Before Church 9:45 AM Bible Study 11:00 AM Morning Worship 2:00 PM Mackey Wedding Shower 6:00 PM Snack n YAK
17 7:00 PM Cemetery Meeting
18 10:00 AM BALL Club 7:00 PM Finance Meeting
19 6:30 PM Adult Bible Study 6:30 PM YAK 360 7:30 PM Worship Choir Practice
20 10:45 AM Weathers/Knight Circle
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22 9:00 PM Training Ex-travaganza 4:00 PM Back-to-School Bash
23 “Fill the Barrel” Sunday 9:15 AM Koffee Before Church 9:45 AM Bible Study 11:00 AM Morning Worship 6:00 PM Snack n YAK
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25 10:00 AM BALL Club
26 6:30 PM Adult Bible Study 6:30 PM YAK 360 7:30 PM Worship Choir Practice
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30 9:15 AM Koffee Before Church 9:45 AM Bible Study 11:00 AM Morning Worship 2:00 PM Spivey Wedding Shower 6:00 PM Snack n YAK 6:00 PM Fifth Sunday Sing
31 1 10:00 AM BALL Club
2 6:30 PM Adult Bible Study 6:30 PM YAK 360 7:30 PM Worship Choir Practice
3 7:00 PM Properties Committee Meeting
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August
Birth Announcement
Congratulations to Brandon and Rebecca West! Dillon Patrick was born at 12:17 AM on Thursday, July 16th. He weighed 9 lbs., 2 oz. and was 22 inches long.
Children’s Worship Schedule for the Month of August
Coordinator: Terry Johnson (919-217-2765)
August 2 Lead Teachers and Assistants
Crib Babies: Cheryl Jackson, Rachel Jackson
Toddlers: Volunteers Needed
2’s & 3’s: Mike and Angie Wallis
Children’s Church: James Lucas
Assistants: Kristin and Tim Poirier
August 9
Crib Babies: Christie Hatch
Toddlers: Volunteers Needed
2’s & 3’s: Volunteers Needed
Children’s Church: James Lucas
Assistants: Volunteers Needed
August 16
Crib Babies: Monique Mackey
Toddlers: Bill Scanlon
2’s & 3’s: Volunteers Needed
Children’s Church: James Lucas
Assistants: Courtney Glover,
Valerie and Mark Beasley
August 23
Crib Babies: Bobbie Earnhardt
Toddlers: Volunteers Needed
2’s & 3’s: Volunteers Needed
Children’s Church: James Lucas
Assistants: Brian and Holly Martin
August 30
Crib Babies: Melissa Abshire, Susan Sauls
Toddlers: Claudia Glover, Courtney Glover
2’s & 3’s: Margaret Humphries, Cindy Russell
Children’s Church: James Lucas
Assistants: David and Beverly Hinton
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List of Deacons
2015
Christie Hatch
David Hinton (Chair)
Monique Mackey Bill Scanlon
Stephen Tew
2016
Sam Maise
Carolyn Martinson
Jeff Maynard
Marsha Spivey
2017
Robin Farrington Terry Johnson
“Pete” Harrell
Please note: If for some reason you are not available to help on the day that you volunteered to work, we ask that you please don’t forget to find a replacement for yourself so there is adequate coverage during the worship service. Also, if you have a change in the schedule for the children’s nursery or children’s church, please contact the monthly coordinator so that the change can be made prior to the printing of the worship bulletin. However, any permanent changes in the schedule should continue to be handled by the lead coordinator.
Thank you for all your help
“Fill the Barrel”
Sunday
August 23rd, 2015
Please bring non-perishable food items for the UMC Food Pantry (a grocery list can be
found in the vestibule of the Sanctuary).
These items are in high demand for our neighbors and
they need our HELP!
Mission Team
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Wedding Shower
There will be a floating wedding shower for Amber Mackey Sunday, August 16th from 2:00-3:30 PM in the Fellowship Hall. Amber is the daughter of Greg and Monique Mackey. Amber and her fiancé, Adam Fanning, are registered at Bed, Bath & Beyond and Zola.com.
Pastor’s Book Review Searching for Sunday: Loving, Leaving, and Finding the Church by
Rachel Held Evans
Have you ever been frustrated with church?
Rachel Held Evans has, for a number of reasons. Notably, she cites in-
creasing arguments over the “culture wars” and the tendency for pastors
to proclaim their personal politics from the pulpit in lieu of sound biblical
theology. For someone having spent her life growing up with a deep-set appreciation for church, to step away was heart wrenching. Nevertheless,
the time spent away provided Rachel time to reflect, search, and rediscover hope in an institution marred by
shortsightedness and increased focus on self-preservation over genuine, authentic ministry.
Using the sacraments as a guide, she navigates the complexities of growing cynicism towards a resurgence of
wonder and hope. In her own personal style of wit and grace, Rachel connects with readers who’ve found themselves grown weary of asking the same questions she herself wrestled with.
Over the years, as she’s emerged as one of the preeminent voices of the millennial Christian generation,
Rachel’s openness with her own personal struggles with faith have created resonance with her readers. She
gives a necessary voice to the growing concerns of young believers, but continues to inspire hope that the church, for all its flaws, continues as a vibrant place of ministry. Searching for Sunday is an insightful,
honest, witty, charming, and challenging journey from cynicism to optimism, from despair to hope.
Have you ever been frustrated with church?
If so, Rachel Held Evans will remind you why there’s more than enough reasons to keep coming back.
Revelation Bible Study It has sparked countless debates, spawned a variety of theological ide-ologies, and provided source material for a wealth of bad movies. It remains the most intriguing, mysterious, and confusing book in the Bible, and perhaps the most often requested to study. John’s prophet-ic vision gave hope to his original audience oppressed by the tyranni-cal rule of the empire and a depiction of future events that Christians
have sought to decipher in the centuries since its documentation. Beginning Wednesday, August 5th, we’ll dive into this fascinating text to better understand how, amid all the symbolism and fan-tastic imagery, it remains a continuing source of inspiration and a timeless message of hope. Join us each Wednesday at 6:30 PM in the Fellowship Hall.
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Back-to-School
Bash
There will be a back-to-
school bash Saturday, August 22nd at 4:00 PM
on the KBC lawn. There
will be games, watermelon
and ice cream. Come out and join the fun!
Fifth Sunday
Sing
We will have a Fifth
Sunday Sing on Sunday, August 30th at 6:00 PM
followed by a dessert
fellowship. Anyone
interested in singing, please see either Dana
Coleman or Cathy Maynard.
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training extravaganza 2015
saturday, august 22 Trinity Baptist Church
4815 Six Forks Rd, Raleigh, NC
32 sessions and 3 learning labs focusing on Evangelism, Discipleship, Missions, Leadership and Administration
Leadership Labs: 8:15—8:45 am—Continental Breakfast 9:15—10:30 am—Session One 9:15 am—Noon—Morning Leadership Labs # 1 & 2 10:30—10:45 am—Break 10:45 am—Noon—Session Two Noon—12:30 pm—Lunch (for those registered) 12:30—2:00 pm—Afternoon Leadership Lab
Details for each learning opportunity are on the Bulletin Board in the Education Building.
Knightdale Baptist Church 15 Main Street
Knightdale, NC 27545
Phone: 919-266-2471 · Fax: 919-266-0984
www.knightdalebaptist.org
Office Hours (Monday - Friday) 8:00 AM until 5:00 PM
Address Service Requested
The Mission of Knightdale Baptist Church, as a loving, unified body, is to worship God and share Christ through various Christian ministries, teaching, service, prayer and fellowship.
Staff:
Rev. Trent Sessoms Senior Pastor
Rev. Joe Johnston Youth Pastor
Mrs. Patty Jones Administrative Assistant
Mrs. Christi Boggs Preschool Director
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Youth News
Water Park The youth are headed to Wet ’n Wild, Emer-
ald Pointe in Greensboro. In the past we have visited amusement parks, but since we have had such warm weather we will cool off be-
fore the summer ends. Bring a friend and join us Saturday, August 15th. The cost for
each person will be $15 and you are welcome to bring a friend (their cost will be $15, also). Let Pastor Joe know if you or any friends are
coming by Sunday, August 2nd.
Camping
Our first attempt at a camping trip was a great success. We fished (successfully), played games, ate, and had a great time
together. Much thanks to the Harpers who allowed us to use their beautiful area
that was perfect for camping. This time we will venture further out and hope to include even more events, as well as peo-
ple. Come join us for what is sure to be a great time of bonding. The dates will be
Friday, September 11th through Sunday, September 13th. Look for details to be shared at youth.
