Article 1 Volume 7 August 21, 2017
Independent Report on the Northern Virginia Baptist Association Annual Session
Dr. Darrell K. White, pastor of Bethlehem Baptist Church, Alexandria, Virginia is the Moderator of this cherished organization.
I am an independent delegate this year. That is, I don't represent any particular church. I am attending for the personal fellowship and observation experiences that I can acquire and share with attendees and non-attendees who may have an interest in the activities this week. Generally, I will only report on what I witness.
My report may include my opinions and comments on some matters. But there will be no secret or inside information reported. Only those things that are announced or distributed to the general public.
Monday
I arrived for the afternoon session.
The service started with prayer and praise. Sister Joyce Williams, Director of Music at Chantilly Baptist Church, Chantilly, Virginia provided the music and lead in some of the songs rendered.
The business session went well. However, I was startled that some of the slots for various committees were not filled due to lack of volunteers. I believe that if a person sign up to be a delegate for his or her church, then that person should be willing to serve on a committee.
The Men Ministry, under the leadership of Dr. Ellsworth Weaver, a deacon at St James Baptist in Bealeton, VA, was in charge of the services.
Dr. Weaver reminded us that our mission as Christians was to GO! In other words, be willing to go forth and work for the uplifting of God's Kingdom.
Rev. Dr. Mary Smith delivered the preached word. Her presentation is highlighted in Article 2, Volume 7 of this blog series, dated August 22, 2017. (www.nvbss.blogspot.com)
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Copyright 2017 Grady E. Bryant, Sr.
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