This document provides information about the mission, purpose, and vision of Martin Bluff Baptist Church. The church's mission is to turn seekers of God into servants of Jesus Christ. Its purpose is to make fully devoted followers of Christ through worship, evangelism, community, spiritual growth, and serving others. The vision is to be a servant church witnessing to God's love through Jesus Christ and ministering to the needs of the community.
HANUMAN STORIES: TIMELESS TEACHINGS FOR TODAY’S WORLDLearnyoga
Hanuman Stories: Timeless Teachings for Today’s World" delves into the inspiring tales of Hanuman, highlighting lessons of devotion, strength, and selfless service that resonate in modern life. These stories illustrate how Hanuman's unwavering faith and courage can guide us through challenges and foster resilience. Through these timeless narratives, readers can find profound wisdom to apply in their daily lives.
The Book of Joshua is the sixth book in the Hebrew Bible and the Old Testament, and is the first book of the Deuteronomistic history, the story of Israel from the conquest of Canaan to the Babylonian exile.
Lesson 9 - Resisting Temptation Along the Way.pptxCelso Napoleon
Lesson 9 - Resisting Temptation Along the Way
SBs – Sunday Bible School
Adult Bible Lessons 2nd quarter 2024 CPAD
MAGAZINE: THE CAREER THAT IS PROPOSED TO US: The Path of Salvation, Holiness and Perseverance to Reach Heaven
Commentator: Pastor Osiel Gomes
Presentation: Missionary Celso Napoleon
Renewed in Grace
The PBHP DYC ~ Reflections on The Dhamma (English).pptxOH TEIK BIN
A PowerPoint Presentation based on the Dhamma Reflections for the PBHP DYC for the years 1993 – 2012. To motivate and inspire DYC members to keep on practicing the Dhamma and to do the meritorious deed of Dhammaduta work.
The texts are in English.
For the Video with audio narration, comments and texts in English, please check out the Link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zF2g_43NEa0
The Chakra System in our body - A Portal to Interdimensional Consciousness.pptxBharat Technology
each chakra is studied in greater detail, several steps have been included to
strengthen your personal intention to open each chakra more fully. These are designed
to draw forth the highest benefit for your spiritual growth.
In Jude 17-23 Jude shifts from piling up examples of false teachers from the Old Testament to a series of practical exhortations that flow from apostolic instruction. He preserves for us what may well have been part of the apostolic catechism for the first generation of Christ-followers. In these instructions Jude exhorts the believer to deal with 3 different groups of people: scoffers who are "devoid of the Spirit", believers who have come under the influence of scoffers and believers who are so entrenched in false teaching that they need rescue and pose some real spiritual risk for the rescuer. In all of this Jude emphasizes Jesus' call to rescue straying sheep, leaving the 99 safely behind and pursuing the 1.
What Should be the Christian View of Anime?Joe Muraguri
We will learn what Anime is and see what a Christian should consider before watching anime movies? We will also learn a little bit of Shintoism religion and hentai (the craze of internet pornography today).
The Good News, newsletter for June 2024 is hereNoHo FUMC
Our monthly newsletter is available to read online. We hope you will join us each Sunday in person for our worship service. Make sure to subscribe and follow us on YouTube and social media.
Exploring the Mindfulness Understanding Its Benefits.pptxMartaLoveguard
Slide 1: Title: Exploring the Mindfulness: Understanding Its Benefits
Slide 2: Introduction to Mindfulness
Mindfulness, defined as the conscious, non-judgmental observation of the present moment, has deep roots in Buddhist meditation practice but has gained significant popularity in the Western world in recent years. In today's society, filled with distractions and constant stimuli, mindfulness offers a valuable tool for regaining inner peace and reconnecting with our true selves. By cultivating mindfulness, we can develop a heightened awareness of our thoughts, feelings, and surroundings, leading to a greater sense of clarity and presence in our daily lives.
Slide 3: Benefits of Mindfulness for Mental Well-being
Practicing mindfulness can help reduce stress and anxiety levels, improving overall quality of life.
Mindfulness increases awareness of our emotions and teaches us to manage them better, leading to improved mood.
Regular mindfulness practice can improve our ability to concentrate and focus our attention on the present moment.
Slide 4: Benefits of Mindfulness for Physical Health
Research has shown that practicing mindfulness can contribute to lowering blood pressure, which is beneficial for heart health.
Regular meditation and mindfulness practice can strengthen the immune system, aiding the body in fighting infections.
Mindfulness may help reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes and obesity by reducing stress and improving overall lifestyle habits.
Slide 5: Impact of Mindfulness on Relationships
Mindfulness can help us better understand others and improve communication, leading to healthier relationships.
By focusing on the present moment and being fully attentive, mindfulness helps build stronger and more authentic connections with others.
Mindfulness teaches us how to be present for others in difficult times, leading to increased compassion and understanding.
Slide 6: Mindfulness Techniques and Practices
Focusing on the breath and mindful breathing can be a simple way to enter a state of mindfulness.
Body scan meditation involves focusing on different parts of the body, paying attention to any sensations and feelings.
Practicing mindful walking and eating involves consciously focusing on each step or bite, with full attention to sensory experiences.
Slide 7: Incorporating Mindfulness into Daily Life
You can practice mindfulness in everyday activities such as washing dishes or taking a walk in the park.
Adding mindfulness practice to daily routines can help increase awareness and presence.
Mindfulness helps us become more aware of our needs and better manage our time, leading to balance and harmony in life.
Slide 8: Summary: Embracing Mindfulness for Full Living
Mindfulness can bring numerous benefits for physical and mental health.
Regular mindfulness practice can help achieve a fuller and more satisfying life.
Mindfulness has the power to change our perspective and way of perceiving the world, leading to deeper se
3. Our Purpose:
We exist to make fully devoted followers of
CHRIST who…
- express love to GOD through worship
- bring the lost to HIM for salvation
- join the membership of HIS church for
true community
- engage in a process of developing
CHRIST in self and others
- serve one another and the community in
HIS name
4. Our Vision:
Our vision is to be a servant church family
witnessing to God’s love through Jesus Christ
and ministering to the needs of people within
and outside the church. We will be a church
instructed by the Scripture, under the guidance
of the Holy Spirit, with effective ministries to
all people of every age and culture in Gautier,
our surrounding communities, and beyond. We
will be a church that takes the risks God
expects in order to fulfill His plan for us.
5. Fill out your Communication Card and bring it to the
Welcome Center in the atrium for your free gift!
Or place the card in the offering plate as a record of
your visit with us. Welcome! We’re glad you’re here!
7. Lost something?
We may have found it.
Please see an usher to
reclaim your items!
8. Get a calendar for August on any entryway table.
Post it on your refrigerator to keep up with the
events at MBBC!
9. Join the Praise Choir!
All are invited
All that’s required is a SMILE ☺
Come to MBBC Wednesday nights 6-7pm for practice NOW!
10. If you would like to meet our
Pastor, he will be in the atrium
following the worship service.
(through the double doors in the back of the sanctuary)
11. 3 prayers a day.
GOD’S 3 dollars a day.
for 3 years.
TEAM
a Martin Bluff Baptist Church campaign
12. September 20th
7:00pm
Cottage Hill
Baptist Church in
Mobile, AL
See Argene & Jessica Stone for details.
13. Coming to Jackson, MS
November 1st
Men
Men’s Road Trip
Harkleroad
Contact Stan Harkleroad for details:
228.217.1159 or
stantheman1976@gmail.com
14. K-9 Crime Fighter Campaign
Support the Gautier Police Department
Give to a worthy cause to stop crime
Encourage others to give as well
Donate TODAY!
The Gautier Police Department is
raising funds for a K-9 Unit. Please
pick up a donation flyer & envelope near
any exit & mail it to the return address.
15. Mid-Year Church Financial &
Construction Review
All members are encouraged to
participate in the review on Sunday,
August 26th immediately following the
worship service.
16. Upward Games have started!
Come support the teams every
Saturday morning at 8 & 9am!
17. Singles Conference coming to FBC Vancleave
TRW Singles Ministry presents “Dating in the 21st Century” with Speaker James
Haynes, Single Adult Pastoral Counselor at FBC Biloxi, MS
Date: October 1st
Where: Multi-Purpose Room at FBC Vancleave
Time: 6:30pm – 9:00pm
Register online at www.fbcvancleave.org/singles
(Dinner Provided)
18. Come see the children’s
artwork on display in the
atrium from the Summer
2007 Class.
19. CHILDREN’S MINISTRY
Cathy Savage Cathy Savage
BABIES Refreshments:
Dena Randolph Dena Randolph
8/19 Brenda Volovecky
8/26 Cathy Savage
Natalie Lancaster Brenda Smith
1s & 2s Crystal Harkleroad Mandy McNatt
NEED HELP NEED HELP
Jesse Lancaster Jessica Webb
3s & 4s Tina Lininger Tonya Walker
Candace Andrews Jamie Wilkie
