Funeral service for Alvin P. Joseph, Sr., the father of Min. Alvin Joseph, Jr., Min. John Joseph, Sis. Mary Taylor and grandfather of Sis. Gabrielle Hutchinson, is scheduled for Monday, April 20, 2026.
Viewing: 10:30 am
Funeral: 11:00 am
St. Augustine Catholic Church
809 New Roads Street, New Roads, La. 70760
Interment immediately following the service in the Church Cemetery.
Repast in the Church Hall
Continue to pray for the Joseph Family.
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Attention all Sunday School teachers: Please make sure all personal items are properly put away and secured, as Health Fair participants will be occupying the classrooms this weekend, Saturday, April 18th.
Electronic Class Roll Management Training
Wednesday, April 22nd & 29th
11:30 am & 7:30 pm (You only need to attend one session)
Family Life Center: Assembly Room
Secretaries, please submit your name and email to the office by Monday, April 20th.
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Join us for our Spring Into Health & Wellness Fair!
Hosted by the Health Care & Senior Citizen Ministry on Saturday, April 18, 2026,
from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Greater New Guide Family Life Center.
Enjoy free health screenings, wellness resources, and information for the whole family.
Don’t miss our Health Education Sessions:
11:00 AM - Living a Healthy Lifestyle
12:00 Noon - Protecting Your Mental Health
Come out and take a step toward better health—we look forward to seeing you there!
Health & Senior Citizen Ministry
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MEN OF ALL AGES ARE INVITED
SATURDAY, APRIL 18TH
12 noon til 3:00 pm
Location: GNG Family Life Center
We encourage you to start your day by attending the health fair, then join us thereafter. We will be having something for you to enjoy.
“How good and pleasant it is when brothers dwell together in harmony”-Psalm” 133:1
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SPECIAL CHURCH SERVICES
One Church, One Campus Sunday, April 19th! Sunday school & worship services will be held at the main church campus - 3445 Fairfields Ave.
Sanctuary: Adult classes
Cafe: Youth & young adult classes
Nursery Rooms: Children classes
Worship Hour: Everyone in the sanctuary
Our Popenguine missionary guests will be sharing God’s word and their missionary success.
Let’s welcome our guests and share in the gospel mission together!
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Scholarship Committee
In May 2026, the Scholarship Committee would like to recognize all 9th, 10th, and 11th grade students, as well as graduating high school seniors and those completing college, professional, technical, or vocational programs.
Please meet us immediately after church today, in the front of the sanctuary to receive important information regarding upcoming activities and the GNG Scholarship Recognition Program.
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NURSERY VOLUNTEERS MEETING
We are reaching out to all individuals who previously expressed interest in working in the nursery and all other interested parties. If you are still interested, please meet with us immediately following the worship service today in the nursery.
This meeting is important as we will be completing required documentation. We appreciate your willingness to serve and look forward to connecting with you.
Sis. Kiesha Dandridge, Nursery Chair
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Join us for our Spring Into Health & Wellness Fair!
Hosted by the Health Care & Senior Citizen Ministry on Saturday, April 18, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Greater New Guide Family Life Center.
Enjoy free health screenings, wellness resources, and information for the whole family.
Don’t miss our Health Education Sessions:
11:00 AM - Living a Healthy Lifestyle
12:00 Noon - Protecting Your Mental Health
Come out and take a step toward better health—we look forward to seeing you there!
Health & Senior Citizen Ministry
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BROTHERHOOD MINISTRY PRESENTS: GNG ROUNDING UP THE MEN
MEN OF ALL AGES ARE INVITED
SATURDAY, APRIL 18TH
12:00pm until 3:00pm
Location: GNG Family Life Center
We encourage you to start your day by attending the health fair, then join us thereafter. We will be having something for you to enjoy.
“How good and pleasant it is when brothers dwell together in harmony”-Psalm” 133:1
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MEMBER 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 paychecks, 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 greaternewguidebaptistchurch@gmail.com or call the office at 225-356-4410.
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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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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
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. 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.