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Theme: Generosity; Transforming Your Heart (The Heartbeat of the Disciple)

Corporate Prayer and Fast! Each Wednesday morning at 7:00am during the Corporate Prayer and Fast, join Pastor Hamlin on the prayer line for approximately 7 minutes. Dialin Number: (712) 432-1212, ID: 373-561-388

There are numerous upcoming events and activities at MBC. Please take a moment to carefully review the attached announcements, flyers, and community information and make note of the appropriate deadlines.
Macedonia Baptist Church Dr. Leonard L. Hamlin, Sr., Pastor 3412 South 22nd Street, Arlington, VA 22204 (Sanctuary) 2229 South Shirlington Road, Arlington, VA 22206 (Office) (703) 521-7663 (Office) (703) 521-6316 (Fax) www.mbcva.ws (Website)

A church meeting has been called for Thursday, March 20, 2014 at 7:00pm to specifically present the edits to the MBC Constitution. All members are asked to be in attendance and please arrive promptly. ********** Congratulations! All participants who completed the Teaching Todays Teachers to Teach course will receive their certificates during the 7:45 a.m. worship service on this Sunday, March 16. ************ Place your S.H.A.R.E. order on or before Monday, March 17. The March menu is attached. S.H.A.R.E. distribution day is Saturday, March 29 from 6:308:45am in the Multipurpose Room. ************ The Daily Devotionals for March, April and May are available for purchase at the Information Center. ************ Noon Day Hour of Power will be this Wednesday, March 19 at which time Min. Beatrice Thompson will bring the preached word. A bagged lunch will be provided at the end of the service. When you scoot over to the church during your lunch hour bring a co-worker or two with you! ************ We are grateful for the growth in members, ministries and business opportunities for Macedonia Baptist Church. As we experience growth, we realize members need prayer and the opportunity to share new ideas and suggestions for continued development. You are encouraged to pray and share ideas with the Diaconate. If this procedure is followed, it will allow Pastor the time he needs for prayer, research and sermon preparations. Requests for early afternoon and late evening appointments with the Pastor have been overwhelming which limits his time to visit ministry meetings, rehearsals and outside meetings to help move Macedonia forward. Appointments will be available during the mornings and early afternoons Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. We ask your indulgence and not seek to meet with Pastor between Sunday morning services and also after the 10:45 service, as he needs to replenish himself spiritually and physically. Your cooperation is sincerely appreciated.

The Heart and Soul Ministry is seeking actors, singers, dancers and stagehands that would like to be a part of an upcoming life-changing ministry moment The Shot that Saved Me. Please contact Bro. Jeff Haskins or sign up at the Information Center. ************ Easter Recitations/Expressions Easter will be celebrated Sunday, April 20, 2014. We are looking for at least seven to ten willing members, young and seasoned, to participate during the morning worship services. If you are interested in participating at either the 6:00 a.m. or 9:45 a.m. service, please see Minister Tonia Heggs and/or Sister Vicki Marshall no later than Sunday, March 16, 2014. Easter Recital rehearsals will begin on Thursday, March 13, 2014 in the Multipurpose Room at 6:30 p.m. ************ Good Friday Noon Service Sponsored by the Northern Virginia Black Pastors Council -- The Noon Good Friday Service sponsored by the Northern Virginia Black Pastors Council will be held at Mount Olive on Friday, April 18th. Rev. Dr. Leonard Hamlin, pastor of Macedonia Baptist Church will be delivering the message. ************ Sunday April 13thPalm Sunday Worship Services at 7:45am and 10:45am. Sunday, April 20th - Easter Sunday 6:00 a.m. Sunrise Worship Service here at Macedonia. Breakfast will be served following the service. 10:00 a.m. Worship at Kenmore Middle School, 200 Carlin Springs Road, Arlington, VA 22204 ************ Join the Young Adult Ministry The Chat on Wednesday, March 26 at 7pm in the Family Life Center for a meet and greet. See the attached flyer for additional details. Also please take a moment to complete the attached survey and turn it at the Information Center. ************ Members are needed to serve on the Prayer Ministry. Please contact the church office at 703-521-7663 or Deaconess Rosa Dunkley if you have any questions.

Please call or have someone to contact the church office if you desire prayer, hospital visit, and/or communion during an extended illness or for a family member. Once the office receives your request, a tribal leader will contact you. Thank you. *********** Members, if you have moved, or if your home, cell or work phone numbers have changed, please fill out a Change of Address form at the Information Center. ************ All bulletin announcements and meeting room requests must be sent directly to the church clerk, L. Sandra Garner at sgarner@mbcva.ws. The Sunday bulletins are distributed by e-mail and limited copies are available on Sundays for our Forerunners and visitors and those who do not have access to e-mail. ************ CDs and DVDs of Sunday morning sermons are available for purchase after the 7:45am and 10:45am services at the Information Center. ************

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:
The family of David Nathaniel Rose (12/05/195812/27/2013) would like to take the time to convey appreciation and gratitude for the kindness, love, and thoughtful gestures that we have received during this very difficult time. God Bless You. Your support will always be remembered and appreciated. Wanda, Chermarca, Jeremiah and NaKiah

COMMUNITY NEWS:
A Civil Rights Community Conversation on Saturday, March 29, 2014. See the attached flyer for additional information and details.

APS Middle School Boys Color of Leadership Conference The APS Office of Minority Achievement, Student Services and Edu Futuro are sponsoring The 3rd Annual Middle School Boys Color of Leadership Conference on Saturday March 29th from 8:00am-3pm at Wakefield HS, located at 1325 S. Dinwiddie Street. All Young men currently enrolled at APS schools in grades 6, 7, and 8 will get a full day of workshops, team building, and small group activities. The conference will help students recognize their strengths, and increase their leadership ability. Attached you will find the flyer and application. We greatly appreciate your help in spreading the word about this fast-approaching event. Thank you, Gregory Taylor Minority Achievement Coordinator Drew Model School/APS County-wide Phone: 703-228-8129 (Drew) / Phone: 703-228-8628 (Syphax Education Center) Fax: 703-979-0892 Email: gregory.taylor@apsva.us ************ Teens Summer Camp Volunteer Program Now Taking Applications This opportunity is perfect for teens who want to further develop their leadership and communication skills and gain experience assisting with planning and leading activities for young children. Volunteers assist the camp staff in fun and exciting activities with campers, including field trips, arts and crafts, swimming, sing-along's, games and more. You may obtain the application at www.arlington.us. For questions or more information contact Milada Weaver at 703-228-4730. Get in Touch with Nature this Spring Registration has Begun! Suffering from cabin fever? Embrace nature this spring with wonderful opportunities at Gulf Branch and Long Branch Nature Centers, the perfect places for families to learn to understand and appreciate our historic and natural resources. Check out a range of fun and educational programs for all ages including Civil War Spies and Their Trade, Untamed Wonders Photography Exhibition, Earth Day Invasive Pull and Family Camping Trips. Your nature-loving tots will love Rainbows-Color Magic and Critter Communications and more. Our nature centers in captivating, hands-on learning that leaves a lasting impression. For more info or to register, check out the The Snag Winter 2014 Catalog or visit our Nature Centers page at https://arlingtonparks.us/snag/spring2014/.

Free Golf Program for Teens Arlington teens in 6th to 12th grade can learn life skills and leadership through the game of golf---for freethrough the First Tee program. Classes start March 20 and will be held on Thursdays from 5 7 p.m. at East Potomac Golf Course (972 Ohio Dr SW, Washington, DC). Equipment will be provided and there is free transportation from Thomas Jefferson and Lubber Run Centers (or we can meet you there). Only 13 participants in each session so sign up today. To register, contact Shanan Knox at sknox@arlingtonva.us or 703-228-7782 (Se Habla Espanol 703-228-7783). Download the registration form at http://arlingtonparks.us. Native Plant Sale Want to improve your yard for local birds and butterflies? Then it's time to Grow Native! We are offering a great selection of plants that are accustomed to local climate and wildlife. We have natives for sun to shade, even deer resistant plants. See our order form (PDF) for more information and to pre-order your plants today! These are just a few of what we have to offer. On the day of the sale at Long Branch we'll also have a wider selection to choose from: Dutchman's breeches, Virginia Bluebells, Spiderwort, Whitewood Aster, Wild Geranium, and more! Order online here, then click on the Plant Sale tab, or you can print (PDF) and mail in the form to Long Branch. Orders must be placed by April 4, 2014. Pick-up April 26 from 1-5pm at Long Branch Nature Center (625 S. Carlin Springs Rd). Volunteers Needed for 26th Annual Stream Clean-Up! Come clean with usApril 26 from 9 a.m.-noon at five locations, along Four Mile Run. Arlington County Park Rangers are calling on volunteers to help clean Madison Manner, Glen Carlyn, Arlington Mill Community Center, Barcroft Park and Shirlington Park. We are working in conjunction with the Alice Ferguson Foundation. Get outdoors and give back to your community, perfect for individuals, families, service clubs and school groups. Volunteers should wear waterproof boots and bring work gloves. Bags will be provided. An adult must accompany children under 16 years of age. For more information please contact Arlington County Park Rangers at 703-5250168 or ParkRangers@arlingtonva.us. For additional information and to access the forms to be completed, please visit http://arlingtonparks.us./department/parksrecreation

Bible Study Schedule at 7pm Each 1st Wednesday will be Corporate Prayer and Praise. Everyone is encouraged and invited to attend. Every 2nd Wednesday of the month will be Pastors Bible Study which is open to everyone. Every 3rd Wednesday of the month will be Mens and Womens Bible Study. Each 4th Wednesday will be Young Adult Bible Study. The 5th Wednesday of each month will be Leadership Night. All leaders of MBC will meet with Pastor Hamlin. ************

Parents, while you are in service or performing ministry, please be mindful that you are responsible to know where your children are at all times. If you permit them to leave you for restroom breaks, etc., they must return to you at an appropriate time and not be left unsupervised. We appreciate your cooperation.
************ PLEASE TAKE NOTE: There should be no walking in the sanctuary during prayer, the message or altar call, unless you are coming to the altar. If there is an emergency, please request the ushers assistance. Thank you. ************

Are you praying for, visiting, and/or calling the sick and shut-in?
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Keep up on all events at Macedonia by visiting the monthly calendar of events at the MBC website at www.mbcva.ws
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Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your father in heaven. Matthew 5:16

ARE YOU THE ONE? The Media Ministry is seeking dedicated and committed members to be a part of its ministry. We are embarking on new projects and continuing projects and need additional members to help. Below is a list of some of the duties that the Media Ministry is responsible to carry out. You will see there are many projects and we ask that you carefully look over the list and pray that the Lord will lead you to be instrumental part of this Ministry. If you have any questions, feel free to contact Gina Dykes or MIT George Pittmon.

MinistryMissionStatement ToassistinthespreadingoftheGospelofJesusChristthroughtheeffortofMediaand TechnologyServices. AUDIOTECH *Monitoringaudioboardsoundlevels *Placementofmicrophoneswireandcordlessmicrophones *AssistMusicMinistry *AssistDanceMinistrywithCD/digitalmusicselections *GiveinstructionstoFloorTechsofmicrophonesstandsandmicrophones *GiveinstructionstoFloorTechsforcommunicatingwiththeMusic *Recordaudioservices(CDformat) VIDEO/CAMERATECH *TurnonallflatscreensTV's *Monitormovementofworshipservices *Videorecordallservices(formatofDVD) *Churchannouncements *FirstSundayCommunionServicesChurchConventReading *PowerPointpresentationforweddings,picturesoflifeforfunerals FLOORTECH *AssistAudioTech *Placementandremovalofmicrophonesstands *Makesureallcordlessmicrophonesarepoweredonduringusage *Assistwithshuttingdownequipmentafterservice DUPLICATIONTECH *CopymasterCDsandDVDsforpurchases *CreateCDandDVDslabels *MaintainSermonlogExcelfile *Prepare/distributerequestedCDandDVDorders

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