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May, 2003

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS

The Lord continues to add new members to our Cornerstone family, and to Him goes all the honor and glory.
Thanks be to God!

Amy A. & Makenzie N., Connelly Springs, N. C.

Heather E. & Keith H. were baptized on Easter Sunday, April 20. They are also engaged to be married in July, 2003.

Virginia W., Valdese, N. C.

Dr. Bill J, shares with church concerning his mission trip to Cameroon, Africa.

SPRING REVIVAL, 2003

We are especially grateful for the leadership of the Holy Spirit in our Spring Revival and to the faithful messengers and the messages that they delivered. Also, a special thanks to Mt. Zion Baptist Church choir who accompanied Rev. Falls.

Dr. David Boan & Bill Cooper, Guest Singer

Rev. Kenneth Falls - Mt. Zion Baptist Church

EASTER, 2003

A special thanks to Janet Berry, Tanya Price, Tyler Young and the Adult Choir that provided beautiful sacred music during the Easter Season. The cantata, "The Song of The Shadows" helped all of us experience more fully the sorrow of our Lord during His time of Passion. Many of the worship services, Tenebrae, Maundy Thursday Lord's Supper, and Stations of the Cross were not captured on photos but will be long remembered in the hearts of those who participated.

Heather following our Lord in Believer's Baptism

PALM SUNDAY, 2003

Chase is enjoying the cross and flowers!

Children's Worship - Saturday, April 19

We are especially grateful for the leadership of the Holy Spirit in our Spring Revival and to the faithful messengers and the messages that they delivered. Also, a special thanks to Mt. Zion Baptist Church choir who accompanied Rev. Falls.

It's On My Heart! By Rev. Bill Abrams

Children are special to us at Cornerstone Baptist Church. I have no doubt in my mind if only one group of people could come to church I believe Jesus would say, "Let the little ones come unto me and forbid them not for such is the Kingdom of God." The majority of us adults have already made our choice about Christ and His kingdom, but oh, how the children while they are young and impressionable need to be made aware of the love of God that we have come to know in Christ Jesus our Lord.

The world has taken notice of the children. For example, look at McDonalds or any of the hamburger chains how they target the children. They know the significance of reaching children at an early age and then they will have a customer for life. I make no apologies when I say we want to reach children at Cornerstone Baptist Church.

There are many Biblical examples of children in the Bible, who were sensitive to the Lord's leadership at a young age and God had great plans for them. Samuel, a young boy called to be the first prophet or Jeremiah who declared he was known by God in his mother's wom, or David called by God while still a shepherd boy to become King of Israel. Jesus Christ, at age 12, in the temple explained to his parents, "Did you not know that I must be about my Father's business."

The business of the Father is reaching and ministering to children and that is our business as well at Cornerstone Baptist Church.

Peace, Love, & Joy in Christ,
Rev. Bill Abrams

YOUTH MINISTRY

Saturday, May 3rd

Yard Sale at the Church

7:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Sunday, May 18

7:30 p.m. - Bible Study

Walker's Home

Youth Sunday - May 18

Recognition of Graduates - Sunday, May 25 @ 11:00 a.m. Worship

Youth Mission Trip

All youth planning to attend Fort Caswell this summer need to provide the balance due by June 1 to Joyce or Randy.

Sunday, May 4 (11:00 a.m.)

Children's Choir will present "Hallelujah! He Did It"

For Your Records Through April 20

Budget Receipts = $9.267
General Fund Balance = $28,664
Youth Balance = $ 90.19
Children Balance = $ 716.25

Debt Retirement
Monthly Debt Service = $3,370
Designated from General Fund = $1,200
Monthly Requirement = $2,170
Building Fund Receipts = $4,571
Building Fund Balance = $6,335
Total Debt as of March 16 = $366,658
($5,000 paid to principal in April)
Spring Mission Offering - Total- $1,559
Youth - $285
Annie Armstrong - $1,274

Birthdays for May

6 - Pam I.
7 - Brian F.
9 - Allision M.
9 - Rickey R. Jr.
10 - Scott L.
10 - Mike M.
12 - Janet B.
12 - Earl D.
12 - Tim T.
14 - Holly S.
15 - Kathy S.
19 - Calvin I.
23 - Lynn M.
23 - Rickey R. Sr.
24 - Stephen R.
26 - Ashley M.
29 - Parks D.
30 - Heather E.

SUNDAY, APRIL 27 @ 6:30 P.M.

Covered Dish Meal

Dr. Ron Fair - Guest Speaker

Representing the Gideons

Anniversary Sunday - June 1st

9:55 a.m. Bible Study

11:00 a.m. - Worship

Meal at Smokey Creek B.B.Q.

MOTHER'S DAY - May 11

11:00 a.m. Worship

Every mother present is invited to have a free picture made and if possible with child or children!

Children's Choir will sing.

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