Church Announcements

Ashe Baptist Association Church Announcements

On a personal note, Ashe Baptist Association and David Blackburn Facebook Pages have been hacked. Please deleted if you see the old one on Facebook. I have a a new page on Facebook for Ashe Baptist Association and David Blackburn. You can find Ashe Baptist Info on the Ashe Baptist website, ashebaptist.org. Our Ashe Baptist Association website is fine no ptroblem.

The Ashe Baptist Association Minute Books have been printed. If you have ordered some or would like to have a copy please come by the office at your convenience.

Thank you to all who supported Souper Bowl Sunday for Ashe Really Cares. We received 3166 can food items and $2706. Together feeding the hungry in Ashe County. Ashe Really Cares is in need of volunteers for Thursdays for the food room. This volunteer position is great for someone who enjoys helping and being social and engaging with neighbors as they shop for groceries. If you have availability for this position or interested in other opportunities please reach out to Twila Miller at 336-846-5234, ashereallycares@gmail.com or fill out the volunteer form at ashereallycares.com/volunteer

Warrensville Baptist Church will have their next food pantry on April 12 from 9:30 to 11:30 am. All in need are welcome and encouraged to come. Pastor is Rev. Jackie Stone.

Christian Unity Baptist Church -513 East Main Street in Jefferson will have Easter Sunrise Service on Easter Sunday April 20th at 7 am with Pastor Darien South. Breakfast will follow the service. Sunday School at 9 am and Easter Cantata at 10 am. Pastor Darien South and Congregation welcome you to attend.

NORTH BEAVER BAPTIST CHURCH EVENTS:
JOIN US ON SUNDAY MORNING, APRIL 20TH. AT 6:45 AM FOR OUR EASTER SUNDAY SUNRISE SERVICE OF PRAYER, MUSIC, SCRIPTURE AND WORDS OF ENCOURAGEMENT, ON THE NEW RIVER, WE WILL MEETING ON THE LOWER PARKING LOT.

SUNDAY, APRIL 20TH. DURING OUR MORNING WORSHIP SERVICE AT 11:00, OUR CHOIR WILL BE PRESENTING AN EASTER CANTATA - “VICTORIOUS RESURRECTION: THE TRIUMPH OF THE CROSS”

STOP

COMING SUMMER OF 2025…..
NORTH BEAVER BAPTIST CHURCH WILL BE HAVING A SERIES OF “SUMMER SUNDAY NIGHTS OF REVIVAL” …..THESE SERVICES WILL BE HELD ONE SUNDAY NIGHT EACH MONTH ..MAY THROUGH AUGUST……..STARTING
SUNDAY, MAY 25TH. AT 6:00 FEATURING ……DANIEL RITCHIE AND MUSIC BY MOUNTAIN RAIN……
SUNDAY, AUGUST 3RD. AT 6:00 WILL BE DR. STEVE PETTIT AND MUSIC BY THE STEVE PETTIT BAND……

TIME TO MARK YOUR CALENDARS AND GET READY FOR SOME FUN AS NORTH BEAVER BAPTIST CHURCH KICKS OFF THEIR VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
MAGNIFIED! PSALM 34:3
“O magnify the LORD with me, and let us exalt his name together.” KJV
COME JOIN US DURING THE WEEK JULY 20 - 25, FROM 6:30 - 8:30 …..THERE WILL BE CLASSES FOR ALL AGES, FUN ACTIVITIES PLANNED…..”DISCOVERING THE BIGNESS OF

GOD IN THE SMALLEST OF THINGS” THROUGH BIBLE STUDIES, SKITS, MUSIC, SNACKS, CRAFTS, IN DOOR/OUT DOOR ACTIVITIES…..COME HAVE FUN MEETING NEW FRIENDS!!
HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE. Pastor is Rev. Mathew Tilley

Bald Mountain Baptist Church Easter Services announces ,7:30 Sunrise service in the sanctuary followed by breakfast in the fellowship hall.9:00 Life Groups followed by worship at 10 a.m. The choir will be presenting the cantata “In Christ Alone. Revival services at Bald Mountain will be held May 4-7. On Sunday there will be a service at 10 a.m. and again at 7 p.m. The following three nights will also be at 7 pm. Rev. Ken Furches from Mocksville NC will be our speaker. Bill Katz, with Hope for Israel, will be coming to Bald Mountain on May 18. Services that day are at 10 a.m. and 6 p.m.

What if we could see thousands profess Christ through believer’s baptism on a single day? That’s the heartbeat behind the statewide “Fill the Tank” baptism emphasis.
We’re encouraging every N.C. Baptist church to fill their baptism tanks on April 27 – or an upcoming Sunday – and trust God to save people between now and then. Will you sign up to “fill the tank?”

The National Day of Prayer is scheduled to be Thursday, May 1 at 11:00 at the Ashe County Courthouse steps. This is usually a thirty-minute program with Presentation of Colors (Ashe County High School ROTC, Pledge of Allegiance led by Sheriff Phil Howell, Patriotic Medley, National Anthem, Prayer of American History led by Rev. Chris Smarr Pastor at West Jefferson Methodist Church, , prayer for our military on active-duty Rev. Keith Wagoner, Pastor at Bristol Baptist Church and prayer to Honor God Rev. Chris Taylor Family Pastor at Midway Baptist Church, honor our local Veterans, District Commander, Jefferson VFW 7946 Mr. Bill Carter, Appreciation and Presidential Proclamation by Mr. Todd McNeil chairman of Ashe County Commissioners, Placing of the Wreath by Veterans, and Taps by Mt. John Chapman. I hope you will attend, pray with us and invite a friend to be with you. The county will have some chairs but you might want to bring a lawn chair just in case. Everyone is invited.

Pleasant Home Baptist Weekend Revival- April 11, 12 & 13 at 7 pm each evening. Rev. Lonnie Jones, Pastor at Welcome Home will be the speaker. Special Music each evening. Pastor Lonnie Carpenter invites everyone to attend.

Friendly Grove Baptist Church announces on April 13th we are having an Easter Cantata on Sunday morning at 11:00 and that evening Trinity Children's Worship group will be singing at 6:00pm. Everyone is invited by the pastor, Rev. Jeff Rizoti and the congregation.

Ashe Baptist Association Office and Ashe Really Cares will be closed to observe Easter on Friday April 18 and Monday April 21. Happy Easter to everyone.

Join the LOOM Ladies in Bible Study

(LADIES WITH OPEN HEARTS AND OPEN MINDS)

Beginning May 1, 2025

The Book of Revelation

Without doubt, the last book of the Bible, The Book of Revelation, is a challenging one. However, it tells us a special blessing is promised to those who hear, read, and obey the prophecies. We hope you will join LOOM Ladies as we look deeper to understand current and future events. We are reminded God knows the future, and we do not need to fear.

During this 18-week study, we will utilize Bible Teacher Margaret Feinberg’s study guide and streaming video access, “Revelation, extravagant hope,” as well as share additional resources.

The study includes discussion questions, in depth personal study of Scripture, memory verses, and a deep connection of the text to our daily lives.

WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU THERE!

Thursdays, Beginning May 1, 2025

Midway Baptist Church Fellowship Hall

11:45 – 12:45 (each Thursday)

Facilitators: Linda Blackburn, Jeanne Coward, and Elaine Cox welcome you to attend. If you wish to reserve a seat or need additional information, call Jeanne at 336-877-0041 or Elaine at 336-877-7934.

Midway Baptist Church announces; S.M.I.L.E. Single Mothers Inspired Love Encouraged. Are you a single Mother?

Our ministry seeks; to walk alongside single Mothers and their children by providing spiritual, emotional and practical support, empowering them to grow in faith and to overcome challenges through the love of Christ. Free childcare will be provided, dinner, resources, social gatherings, devotions, and more. Beginning June at 5:45 each third Wednesday od each month in Fellowship Hall. RSVP by calling 336-246-2012 or email at adminassist@midwaybaptistnc.org. Pastor is Rev. Steve LeaShomb.

As we begin a new year with the Ashe Baptist Campground a reminder Bald Mountain Baptist Church are schedule to mow the camp the week of April 26 and May 10 Midway Baptist Church is scheduled to mow and check the campground. Thank you to all who keep the campground up and running. Call the office to schedule your time at the camp this year.

Tuckerdale Baptist Church will have revival services on May 3-7 at 7:00 PM with the Revs, Kevin Jones and Evan Roten as the speakers. Special Music nightly, everyone is invited to attend by the pastor, Rev. Jonathon Stansberry and the congregation.

Evangelism Conference at Riverview Baptist Church with Larry Stamm Ministries on May 10 from 9-4 with lunch provided. To register email;arnatoliver@yahoo.com. The congregation invite you to attend.

Vacation Bible School will be here before you know it. Ashe Baptist Association Office has the VBS Lifeway Material for you to view and schedule to use. The Theme is Magnified, discovering the bigness of God in the smallest of things from Psalms 34:3. Come see the Directors Kit and the material. Its here for you to take advantage of.

Friendship Baptist Church has an opening for Ministry Assistant/Secretary, hours are Monday through Thursday - 8:30 to 2:30. If interested, please come by the church office and pick up a job description. You can also email the church at friendshipbaptist@skybest.com and

request a copy. Also, our phone number is 336-982-2080. Pastor is Rev. Ken Jones.

The 2025 Ministers Tax Guide is available at the Associational Office. If you need a free copy come see us

Thank you, Beaver Creek Baptist Church, for asking to host the annual meeting on Friday, August 15. This will be voted on at the April Executive Committee Mgting. Rev. Johnny Goodman is the pastor.

2025 Holy Week Services: Monday, April 14-18 12:00 at West Jefferson Methodist Church. (New Location) Services Online (In-person and livestreamed) www.facebook.com/westjeffersonumc. Ashe Ministerial Association invites you to attend. (See flyer after announcements)

Each year churches, businesses and other community members unite for the Annual Food Roundup which allows hundreds of boys and girls living at Baptist Children's Homes to have their bellies well-filled. WHAT IS THE IMPACT?

When children see trucks full of food pull into our statewide locations, they see God's love in action. Being part of the Food Roundup is not only about collecting food -- it's about shining the light of Jesus into the darkness for boys and girls .I hope you will learn about , give to and pray for the BCH of NC Food Drive. Food and or money will be received thru April at Ashe Really Cares.

The 2025 Ashe Baptist Associational Calendars are ready for churches to pick up at your convince.

Hope for the Mountains Prayer Team meets every Tuesday at 8:00 AM with Midway Baptist Church, we have devotion in the sanctuary and pray around the altar. . It is open to the public and you are invited to attend.

When you pray, please remember Liberty Grove Baptisy Church, Riverview Baptist Church, Wagoner Baptist Church, Round Knob Baptist Church and Big Laurel Baptist Church. They are currently seeking a pastor.

3rd Annual Stone Mountain Youth Rally at Baptist Home Church at 2367 Sparta Rd. North Wilkesboro, NC on May 4 at 3:00. Games, pizza, music and worship. Guest speaker Tyler Blue. 25 were saved last year at this event. Call Ashe Baptist Association or Stone Mountain Association or QR Code on flyer for more info. (Youth Leaders that register their Church Youth Group prior to April 4 will receive a free Leader Shirt.) Everyone is invited.

Grassy Creek Baptist Church announces that Rev. Tom, Graybeal has been elected by at 100% vote as their Pastor. We welcome Brother Tom and his wife Mary and look forward to working with them. He will begin his work on the 3rd Sunday of January.

Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church announces that Rev. Paul Strickland has been elected as pastor by a 100% vote. He has served as Interim Pastor. We welcome Brother Paul and his wife Cindy to the Ashe Baptist Association and look forward to working with them.

Ashe Baptist Association is looking for a FaithHealth Connector. If you have an interest in helping folks with their health and faith needs, please contact me. This is an 8 hour per week paid position. Rev. Paul Strickland, for FaithHealth Connector is stepping down since he has been elected a Pastor at Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church in Jefferson. He did an excellent job especially since he is a retire nurse and minister. Thank you Brother Paul.

Please remember Ashe County as you pray. We had the most water in 100 years thus lots of damage to homes, churches, stores, cars and all other items close to water. It will takea lot of PRAYING and working to get going again. at this time some people still with out power. No internet insome places. Ashe Really Cares, churches and all the other food pantries are working extra to help folks in need. Other organizations are working very hard to try to help. working together doing what we cannot do alone. Let us know if you need help. AsheStrong!

Mt. Olive Baptist has donated 45 Baptist Hymnals for any church needing them. They have been dropped of at ABA office. Mt. Olive Baptist invites you to join them for Sunday School at 10 am and Worship at 11 am.

FYI- 336-846-2743 (ASHE) Fax Number if you need it. Office for Ashe Baptist 336-846-5631 and Ashe Really Cares 336-846-5234.

Special Announcements from our friends:

Lift Him Up by Brother Christopher Cox invites you to listen to him on the internet at LiftHimUpRadio Network.org for a message from the Bible, to lift you up! Email him at LiftHimUp 72@gmail.com.

Generation Excellent is excited to introduce our new program for 2025:
“The Promised Seed: Discovering Jesus in the Story of Genesis”

One of the best ways to understand our salvation and our Savior is by looking at the creation account. Realize that a plan of redemption was in place even before the words, “Let there be light” were uttered. Discover the world was created as a setting with tools for this redemption plan. Rejoice in the fact that nothing can alter or disrupt God’s plans. See how the book of Genesis demonstrates that Jesus can take all the evil we create and make something good. And He does so not because He has to, or not because He should, but because he makes a gracious promise that He would. Marvel at the One Genesis is all about…Jesus, “The Promised Seed”!

{Also new for this year, when we do a program at your church, we would like to invite your youth/children to participate in a small portion of the opening song of our program. If this is something your church would like to do, we would practice with them the Friday or Saturday before (whichever works best) and prepare them for performance on Sunday. This will give us all the chance to connect and give them the opportunity to be part of the service on Sunday. Of course this is completely optional. If you choose to participate, more details will be provided. Should you decide this would not work for your youth/kids, we would absolutely respect your wishes.}

We would love to share this program with your congregation/community and it is our hope and prayer that everyone will see God’s redemption plan like never before. We are now booking for dates in May through November. Dates are limited so please call and schedule TODAY! Call or email Pam Miller at 336-877-3440/millerpam0217@gmail.com.

Ashe Pregnancy Care Center is open Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 10 to 5. We are here to help with any pregnancy needs. Zella Gaeta, Executive Director Ashe Pregnancy Care Center 336-846-4100.

Gideons International of Ashe County reminds you they are speaking to churches about the work they are doing. If you would like to have a speaker, please, contact Bill Carter at 336-877-0599.

Bethel Baptist Church located on Lower Nettle Knob Road in West Jefferson will have the Middle Fork Band on Sunday, April 27th at 6 pm. Pastor Michael McElhaney and the congregation invite everyone to attend.

Ashe Baptist would like to thank our sponsors for the Ashe Baptist News heard on WKSK each Saturday and on SoundCloud on the Web. Randy Marion Ford and Randy Marion Chevrolet of Ashe County as a new sponsor, Kristin and Josh Harrold. We look forward to working with them and appreciate it very much. Tri - County Paving, Lucian and Patricia Jordan, Statewide Insurance Solutions, Chris and Andrea Finney and Tri County Monuments, Mike and Lesia Peters. They wish you a very Merry Christmas! They are all Christians and attend church and welcome you to come see them when you find yourself in need of their services.

Happy Birthday: 20th. Rev. Steve Allen (Monica- App Church, 21st. Mrs. Ashley Miller ( Jake – Mt Olive)

Happy Anniversary: 23th Mr. and Mrs. Dan Bare (Hope-Admin Assistant- Bald Mt), 24th Rev. and Mrs. David Blackburn (Linda-ABA-Healing Springs), 24th Rev. and Mrs. John Elledge (Marcia- Bald Mt)