Greater New Guide

Membership ID Numbers
Effective February 2, 2026

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.

WEEKLY ANNOUNCEMENTS
August 11, 2026

Thank you!

To my Greater New Guide Baptist Church Family, 

Truly extraordinary how you all showed up and showed out. Our hearts were touched and overwhelmed by your display of love, kindness, and support during the loss of our beloved mother and your church member. 

We are at a loss of words how you all came through for us. Pastor Mark Thomas and the Church Family we “Never Shall Forget”. 

May our Heavenly Father shower down numerous blessings upon you all. Love my church family. 

Sincerely yours

Carla & Emile Jackson Jr. and Gregory Holmes

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MINISTRY FAIR

Join us for our upcoming Ministry Fair on September 6, 2026 in the Activity Center immediately following worship service! Connect with and learn of the vibrant ministries and see where you can use your unique spiritual gifts to serve in our church family.  Everyone is welcome - don't miss this exciting opportunity to get involved and grow in faith!

REFRESHMENTS WILL BE SERVED

Sign-up Deadline: Sunday, August 30th

Click the link online or scan the QR code to register! https://forms.gle/nGm33VqacRf5jgRU9

Ministry Leaders are asked to contact their ministry coordinators for detailed and specific information.

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Ministry Leaders Training

Chairs, Co-Chairs & Vice Chairs

Only one session required! 

Sunday, September 20th & 27th 
FLC Center Assembly Room @ 9:00 am 

Please do not submit any budgets or calendar events until after the training has been completed.

Budgets, Calendar Events & Goals have been extended until Sunday, October 4th. 

PASTOR THOMAS

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SUNDAY SCHOOL

UNITY SUNDAY SUNDAY, AUGUST 30TH @ 9AM AT THE MAIN CHURCH CAMPUS

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NOW IN SESSION

 sessions will be held on the following Sundays:

August 23, 30 - September 6, 2026

Time: 9:00 am – 9:40 am

This 8‑week journey is designed to help you grow, connect, and become fully grounded in the life and mission of our church family.

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MAINTENANCE PROTOCOL

Maintenance/custodial needs and concerns must be coordinated with the Church’s Interim Business Administrator, Sheila Turner. Complying with this request will help maintain the highest level of respect, efficiency and order. The maintenance/custodial staff have agreements that must be honored upon employment and given specific instructions daily. 

Pastor Thomas

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LET’S KEEP OUR SPIRITUAL GROWTH VIBE ALIVE

All members and guests are encouraged to nurture their spiritual nature by attending Sunday School, Children’s Worship, and Biblical Growth Sessions (Bible Study) on a regular basis. 

“Physical training is good, but training in godliness is much better, promising benefits in this life and in the life to come.” - 1 Timothy 4:8 (NLT)

I’m looking forward to seeing you!

Love, Pastor Thomas

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MEMBERS ID NUMBERS

As a friendly reminder, we ask that all members write or input their membership ID number on all giving envelopes, checks, bank direct-pay checks and in the memo section of Tithe.ly electronic giving app, and all other forms of giving. If you need your ID number, please request it by email at greaternewguidebaptisthchurch@gmail.com or call the office at 225-356-4410.

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PASTORAL COMMUNICATION & SCHEDULING

To improve pastoral care and response time, anyone needing to speak with or schedule an appointment with Pastor Thomas should contact his assistant, Ms. Taylor Marshall, through the church office. You may email her at timgng3445@gmail.com or call the office. 

Ms. Taylor manages Pastor Thomas’s schedule.

Private or sensitive messages for Pastor Thomas may be left on his office phone at 225-412-0835.

Please note that Pastor Thomas’s scheduled off days are Fridays and Saturdays. Occasionally, these days may fluctuate due to ministry demands in a given week.

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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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2026 WEEKLY BIBLE STUDY

Wednesdays : Morning Session @ 10:00 AM & Evening Session @ 6:00 PM

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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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

Sis. Georgianna Freeman

Sis. Dorothy Hill

Sis. Ruby Hughes

Bro. Larry Langford

Sis. Sena Mae Lewis

Bro. Russell Morris 

Sis. Susan Morrison

Bro. Eric Murphy

Bro. Herman Ross

Bro. George Weatherspoon

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.

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