No Prayer, No Power;
Know Prayer, Know Peace
– Phil. 4:6–7 Worship Service Schedule Saturday & Sunday Worship Sat., 6pm, Sun., 7:15am,10am and 12pm Nursery Service - 6pm, 7:15am, 10am, 12pm for children ages 18mo. to 4yrs. old
The Singles Ministry is inviting all to the powerful play CHOCOLATE COVERED ANTS WHEN: Thurs., Jan. 14 – Sun. Feb. 7, WHERE: Anacostia Playhouse An in-depth look at the Black man & the effects of a complex society on his mental, social, & physical survival. Bring your Alfred Street church bulletin to get the ASBC discount price of $25.00
EMAIL:
[email protected] for details.
CALL-IN PRAYER WITH PASTOR WESLEY 6:30am FRIDAY MORNINGS Call:1-530-881-1212 ID#788-999-203 TEXT: VISITOR to 95577 to receive a special message.
SPECIAL NOTICE: Increasingly, unattended personal belongings/items are being discovered throughout the church. Please don’t leave your belongings/personal items unattended. Alfred Street Baptist Church assumes NO RESPONSIBILITY for articles loss, stolen or damaged. ASBC VIDEO RELEASE POLICY: The full ASBC video policy may be viewed on www.alfredstreet.org
Children’s Church - 10am and 12pm 1st, 3rd and 4th Sunday each month
January 2016 Order of Service Baptism held on the Saturday before the 1st Sunday of the month at 6pm Praise and Worship Call to Worship/Invocation Hymn of Rejoicing Passing of the Peace Welcome of the Guests Tithes and Offering Doxology Sermon Invitation to Discipleship and Communion (2nd Saturday & Sunday) Benediction Alfred Street Baptist Church - SINCE 1803 -
- rev. Wesely, dr. howard-john wesley, pastor Rev. Dr. Howard-John Pastor Rev. Dr. Howard-John Wesley,
Pastor
January 2016
January 2016
WELCOME
EVENTS & ACTIVITIES
MUSIC | CHOIRS
Jan. 2 & 3: Royal Priesthood
Jan. 23: Gospel Inspirers
Jan. 9: Male Chorus
Jan. 24: Psalms of Praise
M. E. Bryant, Jr., director
Melvin E. Bryant, Jr., director
Jan. 10: Trinity
Jan. 30: Music Ministry Choir - Hymn Sing
Joyce Garrett, director
Joyce Garrett, director
Jan. 16 & 17: Voices of Triumph
Jan. 31: CAYA Praise Team
Theodore Thorpe, III, Marcus Johnson, directors
Theron Johnson, director
Roderick GIles, director
MISSIONS & OUTREACH
College Student Ministry Seeks INTERNSHIP Opportunities for College Students!! Are you aware of internships at a business or place of employment? If so, contact Katrina Moss at
[email protected] by Mon., Feb.15. Companies can also complete an internship form located in the College Student Ministry’s mailbox behind the sanctuary. Our college students need work experience to become future leaders. HBCU Committee NEEDS YOU! We need volunteers to support the 14th Annual Historically Black Colleges & Universities College Festival, WHEN: Sat., Feb. 20, TIME: 10am-3pm, WHERE: T.C. Williams High School, 3330 King Street, Alexandria, VA. Interested in volunteering? Register online, or stop by the HBCU information table following each worship service.
Carl Cragway, director
CHURCH FAMILY LIFE
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Career Development Ministry presents...Providing Effective Communication & Feedback Workshop WHEN: Sat., Jan. 16, WHERE: 211-212, TIME: 11am-3pm. This workshop will give you the necessary tools to be able to provide effective communication & feedback to others. Participants will: · Learn effective communication styles; · Identify the basic principles of providing constructive feedback; · Demonstrate effective communication styles & more. Annual Young Adult Ministry (YAM) Meet & Greet Kick off the New Year w/friends, fun, & fellowship at YAM’s annual Meet-n-Greet. WHEN: Fri., Jan. 22, TIME: 6:30pm, WHERE: Local 16 (1602 U Street NW, Wash., DC 20009). Email:
[email protected] to RSVP.
DEVELOPING AS A DISCIPLE
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WOW Small Group Bible Study Registration for the Women of the Word (WOW) bible study small groups STARTS Jan. 24. WOW small groups will examine the Word of God; participate in discussions that are centered on the Word of God; connect with other women to fellowship & support in a trusting environment. Email:
[email protected].
CHILDREN & YOUTH
Volunteers Needed for Alfred Street’s Tutorial Ministry WHEN: Mondays, 6:30pm-9pm, Work w/ students in grades 2-12. A special call for tutors/volunteers to work w/ students in grades 2-6. Our Tutorial Ministry works w/over 100 students from the church & surrounding communities. Church members welcome. If interested, email:
[email protected] indicate your interest, grade & subject preference. Background screening is required. Register Online Admission is Free!
HEALTH & WELLNESS
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Spring Divorce Care is NOW in session. WHEN: Sun., Jan. 10 to Sun., April 10 at 2:30pm in room 325. Divorced? Separated? Reconciliation? Thinking about it? Learn the foundation for healing through a personal relationship with Jesus Christ that empowers you to move on & grow closer to God!! THERE IS HELP, HEALING & HOPE! Register online to attend. GriefShare Winter/Spring Cycle WHEN: Wednesday, Jan 13 - April 6, TIME: 7:00-9:00 p.m., WHERE: Room 313, we understand what you are going through and want to help. You’ll receive access to valuable GriefShare resources to help you recover from your loss and look forward to rebuilding your life. There will be a light supper beginning at 6:30 p.m. For more details Email:
[email protected]. Let’s Move Winter 2016 All ladies of Alfred Street: Let’s Move on a Friday Night! WHEN: Fri., Jan. 22, TIME: 7pm-9pm, WHERE: MPR. Jump-start your New Year’s resolutions to get healthier & feel better in 2016. Join us for fun fitness demos, cool giveaways & nutrition info. Must be 21 & up. Register online. Email:
[email protected] for details.
THIS EVENT IS CANCELLED
Singles Ministry presents…A Health & Wealth Seminar/Brunch WHEN: Sat. Jan. 23, TIME: 1pm – 3pm, WHERE: Ten01 Restaurant, 1001 H St. NE, Wash DC. Learn how to manage your health & finances while enjoying great fellowship & food. Email:
[email protected] to RSVP & for details.
FEBRUARY - Mark Your Calendar
AGAPE Ministry presents…Discover Your Purpose Workshop Start the year off right, this FREE workshop will help clarify your life’s purpose & goals, identify stumbling blocks & help you create a strategy to live a purposeful day/life. WHEN: Sat., Feb. 13, TIME: 8:30am-3:30pm, WHERE: MPR. There will be hands-on exercises & group work. CLICK TO REGISTER ONLINE.
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2016 SOCIAL HOUR 6:30pm E E CAYA SERVICE BEGINS 7:30pm
Rev. Dr. Howard-John Wesley, Pastor
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