By Margie Ward

On Sunday morning a good attendance, visitors were present. We pray they received a blessing by being with us today and will come as God leads to be with us again. The call to worship was “Lord Send A Revival,” by the choir. Special music by Denny Pickett, “When He speaks to me.” Bro. Ron’s message, “Purpose of Church,” Matthew 28, Matthew 9: 36-38. The local church is for a reason, Jesus wants souls saved. God specializes in our needs. Miracles take place when we step out in faith and be a part of a miracle for God’s glory. Jesus was a busy man, teaching, preaching, healing, etc. He wants us to be busy about His work, the harvest truly is plenteous but the laborers are few. Jesus tells us, go and tell others about me and lift me up. Jesus’ command was go and make disciples. Jesus said, “All power is given to me in heaven and in earth.” We can know He is with us wherever we go and whomever we come in contact with each day.
On Sunday night at 6 p.m. a good attendance. Dr. Ronnie Barnes was with us and began a new outreach program called G.R.O.W; “God Rewards Our Work.” This program will be held each Sunday night in May at 6 p.m.
On Sunday afternoon those going to NurseCare for singing and visitation were Peggy Harper, Christy Brown, Esther Atkinson, Betty Mullins, James Harold Smith, Denny, Patsy and Ashley Pickett and Mark Roling.
On Saturday, May 17 the Mother-Daughter Banquet will be held at Brownwood Baptist Church 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. All churches in the Morgan County Baptist Association have been invited to attend. Denise Swann will be the speaker. For more information call Peggy Harper 706-342-4914.
Vacation Bible School will be held at Brownwood June 8 – 12, 6 to 8:30 p.m. each evening. The theme this year is “Son Harvest Country Fair.”
May 2 and 3 some of those celebrating at Relay for Life were Florie Atkinson with Kristie, Patrick, Emma and Katelyn Alligood, Becky Stovall, Tyler Ward, Danny, Laura and Blake Atkinson, Millie McNair with George, Amanda and Joseph McNair, Cathi Scott with Keith Scott, Steven and Bailey Lauder, Connie, Tony and Tiffany Cottrell, Joyce and Gordon Avery, Cathi and Keith Scott, Steven Lauder all worked for Tiffany Cottrell and Curves of Madison in a booth.
Anthony, Alicia and Ashton Cottrell were working the kids corner along with Ellie Samuels, Alison Beckham, Kayla Bo Bo and Amanda McNair of the Youth group. Thanks to all that participated in this very meaningful event.
Clair Mullis attended the “Scottish Highland Festival” with relatives this weekend in Savannah.
Peggy Harper and Margie Ward attended the fourth annual Ladies Conference at Centennial Baptist Church May 2 and 3. Around 180 ladies were in attendance.
Alice Cheatham, Laurene Hopkins and Laynette Wood spent Friday night with Margie Ward after attending the Ladies Conference at Centennial.
On Saturday after the Ladies Conference at Centennial Doris Nelms of Watkinsville, Laynette Wood, Alice Cheathama and Laurene Hopkins of Athens and Julie Phillips had lunch with Margie Ward.
On Friday night a group from Brownwood traveled to Crawfordville Auction Barn to hear the Sunny South Singers and others. Those enjoying this event were Denny and Patsy Pickett, Joe Brown, Betty Mullins, Christy Brown, Emma Vaughn, Brianna Grubbs, Kay Flanagan, Mary Jo Collins, Mitch Collins, Esther Atkinson, Toy Sims and Howard Pickett.

If God can move you
From shame to fame,
Insult to result,
Sorry to glory,
Disgrace to His grace,
Labour to favour,
Mockery to victory.
May the Lord raise you,
From Glory to Glory!

Have a blessed day.