Thanks to all 2nd District Lay who attended the recent Executive Board Meeting
Hosted by the Seventh Episcopal District.

Funny Friday

HYMNAL  JOKES

Do you know your hymns?? Hope these make you SMILE:)

Dentist's Hymn.........................Crown  Him with Many Crowns
Weatherman's Hymn................There Shall Be Showers of Blessings
Contractor's Hymn....................The Church's One Foundation
The Tailor's Hymn....................Holy, Holy, Holy
The Golfer's Hymn...................There's a Green Hill Far Away
The Politician's Hymn..............Standing on the Promises
Optometrist's Hymn..................Open My Eyes That I Might See
The IRS Agent's Hymn..............I Surrender All
The Gossip's Hymn....................Pass It On
The Electrician's Hymn..............Send The Light
The Shopper's Hymn...................Sweet Bye and Bye
The Realtor's Hymn....................I've Got a Mansion Just over the Hilltop
The Massage Therapist's Hymn.....He Touched Me

And for those who speed on the highway-- a few hymns:

45mph...........God Will Take Care of You
65 mph..........Nearer My God To Thee
85mph..........This World is Not My Home
95mph..........Lord, I'm Coming Home
100mph..........Precious Memories

Misson Work

Bethel AME Church

Hampton, VA

Gladys V. Wisner Women's Missionary Transitions Project

Sisters Madeline Fults Mary Armstead, Doretha Turner, Marie Flagg, WMS Pres., Darryle Brown, Transitions Shelter Coordinator, Sanu Dieng, Director, Transitions Shelter, Sisters Janice Elliott, Sylvia Alston, Lucy Overton, Project Coordinator, Claudia Dickens, Gail Berry, Velma Gray and Helena Whitaker

The month of October was Domestic Violence Month. On Wednesday, October 28, 2014 the WMS presented to Sanu Dieng, Director of Transitions Non Violence Services and Darryle Brown, Transitions Shelter Coordinator, items collected for their agency. The items included a new computer and printer, two used computers, a $100 Walmart gift card, store coupons, food items, daily meditation books, detergent, bleach, diapers, blankets, school supplies and  coffee maker. This is an ongoing project for our society because there is a constant need for physical, mental and emotional support. 

Lucy Overton, Project Coordinator

Marie Flagg, WMS President



World AIDS Day 2014

• The theme for 2014 World AIDS Day is: "Focus, Partner, Achieve: An AIDS-free Generation.
• As of 2014 35 million people around the world are living with HIV/AIDS.

Let us pray for hope to those living with HIV/AIDS, strength for those who care for those living with AIDS, wisdom for those who search for a cure and courage for those who fight for a world where people living with HIV/AIDS are given respect and dignity.



Advent 2014

As we begin Advent, we light one candle in the midst of darkness in our lives and in the world.  It symbolizes  our longing, our desire, our hope. A prayer to reflect on this week:

Lord, the light I choose to let into my life is based on my trust in you. It is a weak flame, but I desire that it dispel a bit more darkness today.  Today, I just want to taste the longing I have for you as I go to the meeting, carry out the responsibilities of my work, face the frustration of some difficult relationships. Let this candle be my reminder today of my hope in your coming. AMEN.

 

 

 

 

Source: onlineministries.creigton.edu

Empowerment Temple

Bishop DeVeaux was the invited speaker for Rev. Dr. Jamal Bryant of Empowerment Temple-Baltimore, MD to give a message on the eve of the grand jury decision in Ferguson, Missouri.  Bishop spoke from II Corinthians 8:1-5 on "How can we say Thank You." Advising us to be steadfast and immoveable in the work of the Lord.

Dr. Bryant commissioned us in attendance to be peaceful regardless of the grand jury decision and to show our displeasure with the way our people are being treated by boycotting Black Friday and Cyber Monday and by not purchasing anything from Thursday through Tuesday. He also encouraged the congregation to tweet #Hands Up Don't Spend.

Wonderful Leadership!!

Bishop Bryant, Bishop DeVeaux & Rev. Bryant

A Message from the Lord!!!

 

Health Link

Bishop DeVeaux was invited to the D.C. Health Link seminar held on Sunday, November 23rd at 19th Street Baptist Church. Bishop offered a word on behalf on the 2nd Episcopal District's support of  the National Affordable Health Care Initiative. Howard University Gospel Choir were featured guests.