SENIOR MINISTRY MEETING
The Senior Citizens Ministry will meet in the Multi-Purpose Room on Sunday, November 9th immediately following worship service for a short meeting to plan for the upcoming Christmas Event.
Thanks,
Rev. Alex Davis, Chair
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Join Us FAITH FAMILY CHAT w/ Pastor Thomas
Discussing Next Steps
November 12, 2025
7:00 P.M.
Main Campus: Church Sanctuary
Bible Class: 6:00 p.m. - Church Sanctuary
No Bible Class on Thursday, November 13, 2025
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WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY
Min. Olivia Carter, the mother of Rhonda Carter Matthews, Chetwin and Ivan Carter, transitioned from this life to the next, Thursday, October 30, 2025. Services were held Friday, November 7, 2025.
Please keep the Carter family as well as others who have recently experienced the loss of a loved one uplifted in your prayers.
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THANK YOU
Pastor Mark Thomas and Greater New Guide Church Family:
Thank you for the support of my family and I during the passing of my sister Dorothy Grant. I'm so grateful for the prayers, calls, cards and words of comfort. The acts of love and kindness were much appreciated.
Robert, Ruby and Vanessa Hughes
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Greater New Guide Church Family:
We are ever grateful for your presence at the pastoral installation ceremony, expressions of love, support, prayers, gifts, and words of encouragement. The enormous amount of support is truly a blessing. May God’s manifold blessing continue to shine upon you all.
Rev. Mark and Lady Alberta Thomas
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2026 CALENDAR OF EVENTS & BUDGETS
DUE: TODAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2025
Ministry leaders, contact your department coordinator for support and the submission instructions.
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Thanksgiving Community Outreach
November 16, 2025
For the 2nd year Greater New Guide will partner with the North Baton Rouge Chamber of Commerce to host their Annual Thanksgiving Food Drive. This cherished community outreach effort helps North Baton Rouge families in need during the holiday season.
We are in need of volunteers so please sign up to help make this event a success. Sign up sheets will be on the bulletin boards, the Family Life Center and our website.
Outreach Ministry
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THANKSGIVING DAY WORSHIP
November 27, 2025
8:00 A.M.- 8:45 A.M.
Greater New Guide Family Life Center
3328 Adams Ave.
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PARKING ANNOUNCEMENT
Please avoid parking in the reserved handicap parking areas and along the side walks. Also, be mindful not to block vehicles from entering or exiting the parking lots. Security Officers will enforce the parking requirements. Let’s honor those who are legally authorized.
Thank you for your cooperation,
Rev. Mark C. Thomas
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Nursery Volunteers Needed Immediately!
Our Nursery Ministry is growing, and we are in urgent need of volunteers. This is a wonderful opportunity to serve the youngest members of our church family and provide parents the comfort of knowing their children are safe and loved during worship.
If you are willing to serve, please contact me at 225-454-7466 right away.
Sis. Keisha Dandridge
Children, Youth, and Young Adult Advisor
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FOOD PANTRY & CLOTHES CLOSET VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
GNG Outreach Ministry
Click here to sign up to volunteer for the food pantry and clothes closet.
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SAVE THE DATE
The Music, Youth, and Young Adult Ministries are excited to host again,
“Wings and Worship”
Friday, November 21, 2025
6:00 P.M.
GNG Family Life Center
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CHURCH MAIL SLOT
A secure mail slot is available on the door at the 37th street side entrance near the office. Please place all giving envelopes, money, or checks, except hospitality funds, in the mail slot or in a drop box located in the sanctuary.
Staff will only accept giving envelopes or money while in the church office (Monday-Friday). We want to maintain the integrity of handling God’s resources.
All other paperwork, forms, mail, etc. are to be placed in the office “IN BOX” next to the ministry mailboxes.
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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. Daisy Byrd
Sis. Georgianna Freeman
Sis. Dorothy Hill
Sis. Ruby Hughes
Sis. Augusta Jones
Bro. Larry Langford
Min. Denise Ned
Bro. Herman Ross
Sis. Roseland Starks
Sis. Gwen Washington
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.