St. John Missionary Baptist Church
Worship Celebration (Sunday, March 31, 2024)
Dr. Kevin B. Hall, Pastor
Locations & Times
St. John Missionary Baptist Church (South Campus)
662 S 52nd St, Richmond, CA 94804, USA
Sunday 11:00 AM
Sermonic Text: Luke 24:1-7
Sermonic Title: “He Got Up!”
The Key Idea: Jesus Got Up!
I. Jesus Got Up To Regenerate His People.
II. Jesus Got Up To Regain His Power.
III. Jesus Got Up To Resume His Privileges.
Sermonic Title: “He Got Up!”
The Key Idea: Jesus Got Up!
I. Jesus Got Up To Regenerate His People.
II. Jesus Got Up To Regain His Power.
III. Jesus Got Up To Resume His Privileges.
From the Pastor Desk
“HE WAS WOUNDED FOR US”
(Isaiah 53:5)
“But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes we are healed.”
Believers should venerate Holy Week (Passion Week which is March 24-30, 2024). On the first day of Passion Week (Palm Sunday), Jesus rode into Jerusalem on a young donkey. Perhaps on the fifth day of Passion Week (Thursday), Jesus instituted the Lord’s Supper in the upper room. On the sixth day of Passion Week (Good Friday), Jesus was crucified on the cross of Calvary and buried in a borrowed tomb. On the first day after Passion Week (Easter Sunday), Jesus was resurrected from the dead.
When Jesus was crucified, “He Was Wounded For Us.” Isaiah prophesied this about seven hundred years before Christ was born. Moreover, God loves us so much that He permitted Jesus (His beloved and only begotten son) to be wounded for us and die as a substitute and sacrifice for the remission of our sins.
As we walk through Passion Week, let’s praise God for allowing Jesus to be wounded for us. Eternity in heaven is an option for people because “He Was Wounded For Us.”Alternatively speaking, many of us will die and be with God in heaven forever because “He Was Wounded For Us.”
OUR MISSION STATEMENT
“St. John exists, as A Kingdom Building Church in two communities,
to Evangelize sinners and Equip saints,
who are Edifying and Enjoying one another,
to Exalt the SAVIOR” (Mt. 28:18-20).
SPECIAL UPCOMING EVENTS
Mass Choir Rehearsals (March 28th at 7:00 p.m. – South Campus)
Good Friday (March 29th at 7:00 p.m.): Pastor Hall will provide a synopsis of Jesus’ Seven Last Sayings, and our children will sing and utter Easter speeches.
Resurrection Sunday (March 31st at 9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m.) – Pastor Hall will preach and our Mass Choir will sing.
HOMEGOING CELEBRATION
Mother Zadie Patterson: The funeral will be at the South Campus, on Thursday, March 28th at 12:00 p.m.
“AN HONORABLE LIFE”
Every Christian should desire “An Honorable Life.” Calvin Coolidge said: “No person was ever honored for what he received. He was honored for what he gave.” Although most of us enjoy receiving, we will not experience “An Honorable Life” by only receiving. We experience “An Honorable Life” by also giving. Proverbs 11:25 reads: “Whoever brings blessing will be enriched, and one who waters will himself be watered.” This suggests that God will bless us when we give.
Believers please God by faithfully and generously giving Him tithes and offerings. Tithing is giving to God 10% of our gross income/increase (which belongs to God), and the remaining 90% is ours to utilize wisely. God inspires us to give our offerings from the remaining 90% which is in addition to our tithes. Our tithes and offerings should be set aside before paying anything else (first fruits).
At St. John, we give in person during Sunday Morning Worship Celebrations, by mailing or dropping off our tithes and offerings at our Administration Building or South Campus. We also give online through our website (sjmbc.org).
INTERCESSORY PRAYER
Intercessory Prayer is when believers pray on behalf of others. James 5:16b says: “Pray one for another, that ye may be healed. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much.” When believers pray for one another, people are blessed. For example, Peter was delivered from prison because the church prayed incessantly to God on his behalf (Acts 12:5-17). Because God answers prayer, please pray daily for others and the following:
St. John Missionary Baptist Church: Ask God to grow our congregation spiritually, numerically, and financially. Also, pray to Godregarding our Building Project, and intercede on behalf of parishioners who are ill.
Pastor & Ministers: Kevin B. Hall & Family and Metrice Williams
Mothers: Annie Johnson, Geraldine Johnson, Ermestine Martin, Doris Savage, Laura Tatum, Ruth Thomas, Marie Ward, Lillie Wiggins, and Ruth Wilson
Brothers: Anthony Jones and Brady Stewart
Sisters: Dorothy Beasley, Drucilla Cooper, Annie Craven, Vera Dixon, Nyla Gonzalez, Zodia Jordan, Margaret LeBrane, Clara Martin, Deborah McWhorter, Joe Nell Payton, Barbara Ratliff, Dolores Rollins, Peggy Stephens, and Dorothy Younger
If you are a sick & shut-in member of St. Johnwho needs special prayer and desires to be added to this list, call (510-233-1779) or email me (pastorhall@sjmbc.org).
“And whatsoever ye shall ask in my name, that will I do,
that the Father may be glorified in the Son.
If ye shall ask anything in my name, I will do it.”
(Jn. 14-13-14)
CHURCH SCHOOL EXPLOSION MONTH
Our Church School (formerly known as Sunday School) is one of the strengths of St. John. God has blessed us with good leadership, equipped teachers, and many committed students. Although many participate weekly (Sundays at 2:00 p.m. and Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m.), we solicit more participation. Our theme is “Come And Meet The God Of Scriptures” (Deuteronomy 31:12 - NLT). As the pastor, I encourage all participating students to influence one or more to attend our Church School this month. Also, I encourage people who are not participating in our Church School to “give it a try” for one month (throughout March). Hopefully, after experiencing joy, fulfillment, and knowledge throughout March, you will desire to participate thereafter.
UPCOMING CHURCH SCHOOL LESSON
“The Resurrection Of Jesus”
(Luke 24:1-12, 30-35)
Related Scriptures: Matthew 28:11-15; Luke 23:50-56; John 20:1-18
OUR DAILY BREAD
Thursday, March 28: Joshua 23-24; Luke 6:27-49
Friday, March 29: Judges 1-2; Luke 7:1-30
Saturday, March 30: Judges 3-5; Luke 7:31-50
Sunday, March 31: Judges 6-7; Luke 8:1-21
Monday, April 1: Judges 8-9; Luke 8:22-56
Tuesday, April 2: Judges 10-11; Luke 9:1-36
Wednesday, April 3: Judges 12-14; Luke 9:37-62
Thursday, April 4: Judges 15-17; Luke 10:1-24
Friday, April 5: Judges 18-19; Luke 10:25-42
Saturday, April 6: Judges 20-21; Luke 11:1-28
MEMORANDUM
Our Worship Celebrations: We have two in-person Worship Celebrations on Sundays at 9:00 a.m. (the North Campus) and 11:00 a.m.(the South Campus). Also, our virtual audience is proliferating. Let’s continue to share with others how they can view our Worship Celebrations via live streaming (YouTube) or hear them via podcasts. For more information, you may visit our website at sjmbc.org.
Our Family Life Center: We have submitted again a revised design for our Family Life Center to the City of Richmond to be reviewed for reasons that could reduce the cost of our project. Hopefully, this will not be a long process. If the City of Richmond approves the various design changes, we plan to select a construction contractor. Once this is done, construction will begin (hopefully the parking lot first). Please pray daily asking God to bless and direct us regarding our Family Life Center which will be adjacent to our current sanctuary at the North Campus, consisting of a gymnasium, weight room, and game room (mainly for kids). Also, a parking lot will be across the street from this edifice.
Many of us made a commitment that we fulfilled, but some have not. I am not promoting equal giving, but I am promoting equal sacrificewhich is an appeal to each of us to do our very best. If you are a parishioner or affiliate of St. John, you should want to give financially so that you will feel good in the future knowing that you contributed to an edifice that will glorify God and enrich a community.
May God bless each of us who have already fulfilled our pledge and others who have made “Building Fund” contributions. I encourage everyone (if you have not already done so) to contribute financially (in full or in installments) as soon as possible to this building project by choosing one of the following tiers:
1) $10,000.00 or more
2) $5,000.00 to $9,999.00
3) $1,000.00 to $4,999.00
4) $500.00 to $999.00
5) Below $500.00
Our Weekly Activities: I strongly encourage everyone to participate in the St. John activities that benefit you. Visit our website at sjmbc.org if you need more information. What’s forthcoming?
Sundays:
Worship Celebrations at 9:00 a.m. (North Campus) and 11:00 a.m. (South Campus)
Online Church School at 2:00 p.m.
Online Lord’s Supper on 1st Sundays in the 11:00 Worship Celebration or after that. Each believer will need bread (or crackers) and grape juice (or something similar) to participate.
Mondays:
Grocery Giveaway Preparation at 10:00 a.m. (South Campus)
Women Missionary Ministry (General Mission) on 4th Mondays at 6:00 p.m.(South Campus)
Tuesdays:
Grocery Giveaway (North Campus and South Campus) at 12:00 p.m.
Online Church Leadership Council on Tuesdays following 2nd Sundays at 6:30 p.m.
Wednesdays:
Online Prayer at 12:00 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.
Online Church School at 7:00 p.m.
A BIBLICAL RECAPITULATION
When Jesus was crucified on Good Friday, “He Was Wounded For Us” (Is. 53:5). Moreover, by giving, we can experience “An Honorable Life” (Prov. 11:25).
May God bless and sustain each of us.
Your Beloved Servant In Christ,
Dr. Kevin B. Hall, Pastor
“HE WAS WOUNDED FOR US”
(Isaiah 53:5)
“But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes we are healed.”
Believers should venerate Holy Week (Passion Week which is March 24-30, 2024). On the first day of Passion Week (Palm Sunday), Jesus rode into Jerusalem on a young donkey. Perhaps on the fifth day of Passion Week (Thursday), Jesus instituted the Lord’s Supper in the upper room. On the sixth day of Passion Week (Good Friday), Jesus was crucified on the cross of Calvary and buried in a borrowed tomb. On the first day after Passion Week (Easter Sunday), Jesus was resurrected from the dead.
When Jesus was crucified, “He Was Wounded For Us.” Isaiah prophesied this about seven hundred years before Christ was born. Moreover, God loves us so much that He permitted Jesus (His beloved and only begotten son) to be wounded for us and die as a substitute and sacrifice for the remission of our sins.
As we walk through Passion Week, let’s praise God for allowing Jesus to be wounded for us. Eternity in heaven is an option for people because “He Was Wounded For Us.”Alternatively speaking, many of us will die and be with God in heaven forever because “He Was Wounded For Us.”
OUR MISSION STATEMENT
“St. John exists, as A Kingdom Building Church in two communities,
to Evangelize sinners and Equip saints,
who are Edifying and Enjoying one another,
to Exalt the SAVIOR” (Mt. 28:18-20).
SPECIAL UPCOMING EVENTS
Mass Choir Rehearsals (March 28th at 7:00 p.m. – South Campus)
Good Friday (March 29th at 7:00 p.m.): Pastor Hall will provide a synopsis of Jesus’ Seven Last Sayings, and our children will sing and utter Easter speeches.
Resurrection Sunday (March 31st at 9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m.) – Pastor Hall will preach and our Mass Choir will sing.
HOMEGOING CELEBRATION
Mother Zadie Patterson: The funeral will be at the South Campus, on Thursday, March 28th at 12:00 p.m.
“AN HONORABLE LIFE”
Every Christian should desire “An Honorable Life.” Calvin Coolidge said: “No person was ever honored for what he received. He was honored for what he gave.” Although most of us enjoy receiving, we will not experience “An Honorable Life” by only receiving. We experience “An Honorable Life” by also giving. Proverbs 11:25 reads: “Whoever brings blessing will be enriched, and one who waters will himself be watered.” This suggests that God will bless us when we give.
Believers please God by faithfully and generously giving Him tithes and offerings. Tithing is giving to God 10% of our gross income/increase (which belongs to God), and the remaining 90% is ours to utilize wisely. God inspires us to give our offerings from the remaining 90% which is in addition to our tithes. Our tithes and offerings should be set aside before paying anything else (first fruits).
At St. John, we give in person during Sunday Morning Worship Celebrations, by mailing or dropping off our tithes and offerings at our Administration Building or South Campus. We also give online through our website (sjmbc.org).
INTERCESSORY PRAYER
Intercessory Prayer is when believers pray on behalf of others. James 5:16b says: “Pray one for another, that ye may be healed. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much.” When believers pray for one another, people are blessed. For example, Peter was delivered from prison because the church prayed incessantly to God on his behalf (Acts 12:5-17). Because God answers prayer, please pray daily for others and the following:
St. John Missionary Baptist Church: Ask God to grow our congregation spiritually, numerically, and financially. Also, pray to Godregarding our Building Project, and intercede on behalf of parishioners who are ill.
Pastor & Ministers: Kevin B. Hall & Family and Metrice Williams
Mothers: Annie Johnson, Geraldine Johnson, Ermestine Martin, Doris Savage, Laura Tatum, Ruth Thomas, Marie Ward, Lillie Wiggins, and Ruth Wilson
Brothers: Anthony Jones and Brady Stewart
Sisters: Dorothy Beasley, Drucilla Cooper, Annie Craven, Vera Dixon, Nyla Gonzalez, Zodia Jordan, Margaret LeBrane, Clara Martin, Deborah McWhorter, Joe Nell Payton, Barbara Ratliff, Dolores Rollins, Peggy Stephens, and Dorothy Younger
If you are a sick & shut-in member of St. Johnwho needs special prayer and desires to be added to this list, call (510-233-1779) or email me (pastorhall@sjmbc.org).
“And whatsoever ye shall ask in my name, that will I do,
that the Father may be glorified in the Son.
If ye shall ask anything in my name, I will do it.”
(Jn. 14-13-14)
CHURCH SCHOOL EXPLOSION MONTH
Our Church School (formerly known as Sunday School) is one of the strengths of St. John. God has blessed us with good leadership, equipped teachers, and many committed students. Although many participate weekly (Sundays at 2:00 p.m. and Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m.), we solicit more participation. Our theme is “Come And Meet The God Of Scriptures” (Deuteronomy 31:12 - NLT). As the pastor, I encourage all participating students to influence one or more to attend our Church School this month. Also, I encourage people who are not participating in our Church School to “give it a try” for one month (throughout March). Hopefully, after experiencing joy, fulfillment, and knowledge throughout March, you will desire to participate thereafter.
UPCOMING CHURCH SCHOOL LESSON
“The Resurrection Of Jesus”
(Luke 24:1-12, 30-35)
Related Scriptures: Matthew 28:11-15; Luke 23:50-56; John 20:1-18
OUR DAILY BREAD
Thursday, March 28: Joshua 23-24; Luke 6:27-49
Friday, March 29: Judges 1-2; Luke 7:1-30
Saturday, March 30: Judges 3-5; Luke 7:31-50
Sunday, March 31: Judges 6-7; Luke 8:1-21
Monday, April 1: Judges 8-9; Luke 8:22-56
Tuesday, April 2: Judges 10-11; Luke 9:1-36
Wednesday, April 3: Judges 12-14; Luke 9:37-62
Thursday, April 4: Judges 15-17; Luke 10:1-24
Friday, April 5: Judges 18-19; Luke 10:25-42
Saturday, April 6: Judges 20-21; Luke 11:1-28
MEMORANDUM
Our Worship Celebrations: We have two in-person Worship Celebrations on Sundays at 9:00 a.m. (the North Campus) and 11:00 a.m.(the South Campus). Also, our virtual audience is proliferating. Let’s continue to share with others how they can view our Worship Celebrations via live streaming (YouTube) or hear them via podcasts. For more information, you may visit our website at sjmbc.org.
Our Family Life Center: We have submitted again a revised design for our Family Life Center to the City of Richmond to be reviewed for reasons that could reduce the cost of our project. Hopefully, this will not be a long process. If the City of Richmond approves the various design changes, we plan to select a construction contractor. Once this is done, construction will begin (hopefully the parking lot first). Please pray daily asking God to bless and direct us regarding our Family Life Center which will be adjacent to our current sanctuary at the North Campus, consisting of a gymnasium, weight room, and game room (mainly for kids). Also, a parking lot will be across the street from this edifice.
Many of us made a commitment that we fulfilled, but some have not. I am not promoting equal giving, but I am promoting equal sacrificewhich is an appeal to each of us to do our very best. If you are a parishioner or affiliate of St. John, you should want to give financially so that you will feel good in the future knowing that you contributed to an edifice that will glorify God and enrich a community.
May God bless each of us who have already fulfilled our pledge and others who have made “Building Fund” contributions. I encourage everyone (if you have not already done so) to contribute financially (in full or in installments) as soon as possible to this building project by choosing one of the following tiers:
1) $10,000.00 or more
2) $5,000.00 to $9,999.00
3) $1,000.00 to $4,999.00
4) $500.00 to $999.00
5) Below $500.00
Our Weekly Activities: I strongly encourage everyone to participate in the St. John activities that benefit you. Visit our website at sjmbc.org if you need more information. What’s forthcoming?
Sundays:
Worship Celebrations at 9:00 a.m. (North Campus) and 11:00 a.m. (South Campus)
Online Church School at 2:00 p.m.
Online Lord’s Supper on 1st Sundays in the 11:00 Worship Celebration or after that. Each believer will need bread (or crackers) and grape juice (or something similar) to participate.
Mondays:
Grocery Giveaway Preparation at 10:00 a.m. (South Campus)
Women Missionary Ministry (General Mission) on 4th Mondays at 6:00 p.m.(South Campus)
Tuesdays:
Grocery Giveaway (North Campus and South Campus) at 12:00 p.m.
Online Church Leadership Council on Tuesdays following 2nd Sundays at 6:30 p.m.
Wednesdays:
Online Prayer at 12:00 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.
Online Church School at 7:00 p.m.
A BIBLICAL RECAPITULATION
When Jesus was crucified on Good Friday, “He Was Wounded For Us” (Is. 53:5). Moreover, by giving, we can experience “An Honorable Life” (Prov. 11:25).
May God bless and sustain each of us.
Your Beloved Servant In Christ,
Dr. Kevin B. Hall, Pastor