Greater New Guide
Please be advised that church member identification numbers have been removed from the bulletin board and the online announcement page. If you need this information, please contact the front office by phone (225)356-4410 or email greaternewguidebaptistchurch@gmail.com for assistance.
Thank you for your faithfulness and support.
NEW MEMBERS/DISCIPLESHIP ORIENTATION CLASS
Every Sunday from February 22nd until April 5, 2026, in the Family Life Center @ 9:00 a.m.
The following people are expected to be in attendance:
Jonathan Averette
Kelsie M. Bradley
Alicia Hawkins
Christopher Johnson
Inara Johnson
Jasmin Johnson
Quincy Livings
Francisca Pruitt
Jeralyn Spooner
Latoya Thomas
Byron Trask
Edrena Trask
Jonathan Williams
Betina Wordsworth
Kenneth Wordsworth
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HOMEGOING ANNOUNCEMENT
Kendra T. Franklin, the daughter of Sis. Margie T. Hatfield and niece of Sis. Barbara Bedford, transitioned on February 11, 2026.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, February 27, 2026 from
12 pm- 4pm at the Martin Luther King Center
4000 Gus Young Ave. Baton Rouge, La 70802 (Casual Attire)
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HOMEGOING ANNOUNCEMENT
Sis. Marian Addison’s son and Sis. Dernisha Addison's brother, Thaddeus Addison, transitioned on February 11, 2026 in San Francisco, California, your prayers are requested.
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THANK YOU
Pastor Mark Thomas and Our GNG Family,
We’re grateful for a church family who has put love into action. Your prayers and many acts of kindness after the transition of my precious sister, Patsy D. Ricks was a blessing to us.
Please continue to pray for us as we go through the grief process. May God continue to bless you daily.
The Washington Family
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CHILDREN & YOUTH WORSHIP NOW ACCEPTING
Students Grades K- 6th
First, Second & Fourth Sunday
Classroom #25
(next to the multi-purpose room)
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VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
Greater New Guide family, the Vacation Bible School Ministry is now soliciting volunteers for our 2026 Vacation Bible School program!
Join us as we “Shine a Light on Jesus” for Vacation Bible School, taking place June 23–25, 2026. We are asking you to use your gifts and talents to serve in a variety of ways — teaching, assisting, serving, recording activities, taking pictures, and more.
Please register to volunteer by March 15th using the QR code, the link on the church website, or the sign-up sheets located on the bulletin boards. You may also sign up online at:
👉 http://bit.ly/VBS2026Volunteer
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FINANCIAL TRAINING
Join us for Financial Management Class!
If you’ve ever said:
“I need to budget better.”
“I wish I could save more.”
“I don’t know where my money goes.”
“I want to get out of debt.”
“I need to plan for retirement.”
THIS CLASS IS FOR YOU!
You’ll receive real-life tools and strategies grounded in biblical principles to help you manage your money with wisdom and purpose.
When: Every Sunday in March 2026
Where: FLC New Members Class / RM #8
Time: 9:00 AM
Join us and take this step toward your financial freedom.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Christian Education Dept. Meeting : 03/03 @ 6P
Outreach Dept. Meeting: 03/10 @ 6P
Family Service Dept. Meeting: 03/17 @ 6P
Music / Media Dept. Meeting: 03/24 @ 6P
Support Service Dept. Meeting: 03/31 @ 6P
( PASTOR WILL FACILITATE ALL MEETINGS)
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Black History Event :
Greater New Guide Church family, we are excited as we prepare for our Black History Celebration — Soulful
Roots: Faith, Freedom & Fellowship. We want to take a moment to apologize for the link issues many of you experienced. The sign‑up form is now working, and we’ve extended the deadline through
Sunday, February 22nd at midnight.
We are still welcoming participants for our Taste Fest, our Business Showcase, and our Black History Program. If you’ve been thinking about joining in, this is the perfect time. Your presence, your gifts, and your voice matter. We want this celebration to reflect the beauty, strength, and creativity of our entire church family.
We’re also thrilled to announce that we will have a special guest choir joining us — Arthur and Friends Community Choir — to help lift our celebration with powerful music and praise.
Church family, we need you. Let’s come together, sign up, show up, and make this a joyful, meaningful celebration of our history, our culture, and our faith. Thank you for your support and participation "
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UREC ACADEMY
UREC Academy is sponsoring the Pre-Law Institute plus ACT Prep starting February 21, 2026 through May 2, 2026 on the campus of Southern University. To REGISTER, please sign-up at urecbr.com/prelaw2026. This program is open to all High School Students and it's FREE TO PARTICIPATE. For more information, please contact Sister Lauri Patterson at (225) 284-5418.
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FEBRUARY IS AMERICAN HEART HEALTH MONTH
February is dedicated to raising awareness about heart disease and promoting education on prevention.
Learn the risks of heart disease and take steps toward better heart health.
To help shine a light on heart disease as a leading cause of death in America, we invite everyone to WEAR RED on Sunday, February 15, in support of heart disease awareness and to help save lives.
For more information, please pick up materials from the media racks or visit www.heart.org.
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MEMBER ID NUMBERS
Please be advised that church member identification numbers have been removed from the bulletin board and the online announcement page. If you need this information, please contact the front office by phone OR email greaternewguidebaptistchurch@gmail.com for assistance.
Thank you for your faithfulness and support.
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CHURCH SERVICES
SUNDAY SCHOOL (All Ages)
Location: GNG Family Life Center
3328 Adams Ave @ 9:00 A.M. - 9:40 A.M.
SUNDAY SCHOOL: Main Campus (Those w/Physical Challenges)
TIME: 9:00 A.M.
Location: Church Sanctuary:
3445 Fairfields Ave. @ 9:00 A.M.
PARKING is available at both campuses.
BUS SERVICE is available to transport individuals between the two campuses.
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2025 WEEKLY BIBLE STUDY
Wednesdays @ 6:00 Pm Thursday @ 10:00 AM
Location: GNG Family Life Center
3328 ADAMS AVE, B.R., LA 70802
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TEXT MESSAGING ALERTS
Contact the office, preferably in writing, if you are not receiving text alerts from the church.
Note: Please do not reply to text messages. The church is charged a fee for each reply.
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ELECTRONIC AUTO-DRAFT GIVERS
If your auto-drafts are not processed using tithe.ly, most likely your debit or credit card has expired. Check your expiration date periodically to ensure a successful transaction. Also, check to see if your “recurring” transaction settings are accurate.
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TITHES/OFFERING ENVELOPES
Please print and fully complete your tithes/offering envelope with the requested information. Also, indicate if your giving is for an individual, couple or family in the boxes provided. Use your official legal name consistently.
Parents & guardians are not required to list their children's names up to age 25 on the envelope. Instead, select the “family” option on your envelope. Individuals age 26 and above must complete a separate envelope.
Business Office
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KEEP IN PRAYER
Bro. Michael Bridges
Sis. Mona Dottory
Bro. Joseph Dupard
Sis. Georgianna Freeman
Sis. Dorothy Hill
Sis. Ruby Hughes
Bro. Larry Langford
Sis. Susan Morrison
Bro. Eric Murphy
Bro. Herman Ross
Bro. George Weatherspoon
Sis. Louise Webster
Sis. Alta Wilson
Bro. Robert Wilson
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WAYS TO GIVE
Text the word “Give” to 833-429-1776
Go online at www.gngbc.net/give
Drop the white giving envelope in a drop box located at the sanctuary’s entrance.
Download our Church App at gngbc.net to GIVE and STAY CONNECTED with all THE GUIDE activities.