https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates daily 0.75 2026-04-03 https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-april-5-2026-easter-sunday monthly 0.5 2026-04-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/8af1eecd-e0c4-4533-b7ce-02f6d1477405/Easter+weekend.jpg Updates - Announcements, April 5, 2026 Easter Sunday - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/dfcaf4e8-2314-4098-9def-c2223612d53b/egg+hunt.jpg Updates - Announcements, April 5, 2026 Easter Sunday - Make it stand out We will have our annual Egg Hunt Saturday morning, April 4 as scheduled but it will be held inside the church since the park is so wet. Come join us for activities at 10:30 and the Hunt at 11:00. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/3ca29d3f-3a0a-4d78-81f5-2c9933e4253c/Easter+Sunrise.jpg Updates - Announcements, April 5, 2026 Easter Sunday - Make it stand out Sunrise Service will start at 6:30 AM and will be held in the Fellowship Hall this year. Following the service you are invited to stay for the Celebration Breakfast! There will be no Sunday School this week. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/55a81f2f-f6c6-4808-b41a-389121b5cdee/from+the+cross.jpg Updates - Announcements, April 5, 2026 Easter Sunday - Make it stand out Morning Worship begins at 10:30, as usual, with Pastor Joe’s message being based on Luke 23:46. The message is titled “What Does Jesus Say Last? And First? There will be no Evening Service. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/a3f86a3b-7978-4538-9b21-56205d85ed3a/Morning+Prayer.jpg Updates - Announcements, April 5, 2026 Easter Sunday - Make it stand out You may come and go as you wish during this time. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-march-29-2026-palm-sunday monthly 0.5 2026-03-27 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/e078c139-4f5a-46b3-81cf-ffa344da4501/from+the+cross.jpg Updates - Announcements, March 29, 2026 Palm Sunday - Make it stand out Pastor Joe’s message for Palm Sunday at 10:30 AM is based on John 19:28-30 and is titled “Why Does Jesus’ Shout from the Cross Mean I Can Rest?”. Sunday evening at 6:00 PM Pastor Joe will cover the Book of Ezra as we go “Book by Book, The Bible One Book at a Time”. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/4b166de8-dd46-4cb5-a01e-eca45cec1146/Story+Trail.jpg Updates - Announcements, March 29, 2026 Palm Sunday - Make it stand out Available now until Easter, Easter Story Trail in the Manchester Community Park. Saturday, April 4 at 10:30 AM Egg Hunt in the park! Spread the word! ‍ ‍ https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/7c6b91ec-fa6f-42ca-bcfa-78cbc8e8a907/Easter.jpg Updates - Announcements, March 29, 2026 Palm Sunday - Make it stand out EASTER SUNDAY Sunrise Service in the Fellowship Hall at 6:30 AM. Followed by a Celebration Breakfast. All are invited! Easter Morning Worship in the Sanctuary at 10:30 AM. Sermon Text for Easter Morning Worship is Luke 23:46. There will be no Sunday School or Evening Service. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-march-15-2026 monthly 0.5 2026-03-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/f24747ba-3c40-4c9a-bb20-7fe9fee82908/from+the+cross.jpg Updates - Announcements, March 15, 2026 - Make it stand out As we enter the Easter Season, Pastor Joe’s theme will be Sayings of Jesus from the Cross. This week’s text will be Luke 23:34. Sunday evening he will cover the Book of Haggai as we go “Book by Book, The Bible One Book at a Time”. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-march-8-2026 monthly 0.5 2026-03-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/f75db862-83d5-427d-a154-22ac0cf1f1f1/ISAAC.jpg Updates - Announcements, March 8, 2026 - Make it stand out This, the last message in the Isaac series, is titled “What Was the Point of Isaac’s Life?”. The text is Genesis 35: 27 – 29 and Hebrews 11: 18 - 20. Next week Pastor Joe will begin his Easter series titled “Sayings of Jesus From the Cross”. This Sunday evening we will cover the Book of Lamentations as we go “Book by Book, The Bible One Book at a Time”. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/ladies-bible-study monthly 0.5 2026-02-27 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/03fa854b-ccc1-4a42-829f-4d6b56567fcd/Postponed.jpg Updates - Ladies Bible Study - Make it stand out The Ladies Bible Study that was scheduled to start on March 2 has been postponed one week and the first session will begin on March 9. Sorry for any inconvenience! https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-march-1-2026 monthly 0.5 2026-02-25 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/4a420edd-b4ae-4764-b42e-66dcfa525362/ISAAC.jpg Updates - Announcements, March 1, 2026 - Make it stand out This Sunday morning Pastor Joe will help us see “Why Is Isaac’s Family so Messed Up?” His text is Genesis 27 – 28: 9. In the evening he will cover the Book of Ezekiel as we go “Book by Book, The Bible One Book at a Time”. Currently, on Wednesday evenings at 6:30 PM we are studying the book of Ephesians. We hope you will join us for some or all of these opportunities to study and worship together! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/95d5f484-b27b-44d4-b439-46311c3b87a6/Breakfast%26Bible+%28Presentation%29+no+date.png Updates - Announcements, March 1, 2026 - Make it stand out All men are invited to Breakfast in the Fellowship Hall on February 28 at 7:00 AM. The Bible discussion will be about “The Character of God and How it Applies to Us”. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/b9f24555-6209-46f2-ac01-33b4e278ed9a/ladies-night-out.png Updates - Announcements, March 1, 2026 - Make it stand out All ladies are invited for an evening of Food, Fun and Fellowship at 6:30 PM on Thursday, March 5. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/84c9cbb1-e705-4b20-88c9-6f5f2a9d931e/living+alternatives.jpg Updates - Announcements, March 1, 2026 - Make it stand out We are thankful to all in our church who donated a total of $501.69 to the Baby Bottle Campaign. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-february-22-2026 monthly 0.5 2026-02-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/c8ac3409-ff53-4e2d-8d08-85b22c4cd44f/pray+suplication.jpg Updates - Announcements, February 22, 2026 - Make it stand out Need some extra time with God? The sanctuary will open at 8:30 AM each Sunday morning through March. You are welcome to come and go as you feel led. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/84e563c7-dda7-4f8f-b1d9-7dd9b1f13da3/ISAAC.jpg Updates - Announcements, February 22, 2026 - Make it stand out Genesis 26 is the basis for Pastor Joe’s message this week. The title of the message is “Are Difficulties Signs God Isn’t Working in my Life?” Join us at 10: 30 AM or come at 9:30 for Sunday School and stay. Sunday evening at 6:00 PM, Pastor Joe will cover the Book of Daniel as we go “Book by Book, The Bible One Book at a Time”. On Wednesday evenings we are now studying the book of Ephesians. Join us for Bible Study and Prayer. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-february-15-2026 monthly 0.5 2026-02-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/bc510003-1f46-4154-9eb9-0c72a1626ea5/ISAAC.jpg Updates - Announcements, February 15, 2026 - Make it stand out Genesis 25 will be the text for this week’s message as we continue the study of Isaac. The title of the message is “What Warnings Do We Hear from Isaac, His Brothers and His Sons?” We hope you can join us at 10:30 AM. This Sunday evening at 6:00 PM Pastor Joe will cover the Book of Obadiah as we go “Book by Book, The Bible One Book at a Time”. For those who want to study ahead, here are the Sermon Texts for the next three weeks. Feb. 22; Genesis 26, March 1; Genesis 27 – 28, March 8; Genesis 35: 27 – 59 & Hebrews 11: 20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/4a9f71fa-199c-4e4f-88cb-5da9334bacf5/Breakfast%26Bible+%28PresentationFeb+28%29.png Updates - Announcements, February 15, 2026 - Make it stand out The breakfast, study and fellowship all have great reviews. Spread the word! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/10c1b1db-1d32-448f-9767-d15c869307bb/Baby+Bottle+Campaign.jpg Updates - Announcements, February 15, 2026 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-february-8-2026 monthly 0.5 2026-02-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/edc4a2f9-f19f-4548-b584-598dfb477db0/auditorium.jpg Updates - Announcements, February 8, 2026 - Make it stand out We hope you can join us Sunday morning at 10:30 AM when pastor Joe will continue his series on Isaac with a message from Genesis 24 titled “How Does God Work in the Details of Isaac and Rebecca’s Marriage?” Sunday evening at 6:00 PM Pastor Joe will cover the Book of Jeremiah as we go “Book by Book, The Bible One Book at a Time”. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/f5d1158c-a37a-48e6-bb6f-93f9050c3b85/Breakfast%26Bible+%28Presentation%29+Feb+28.png Updates - Announcements, February 8, 2026 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/9722a56f-f59c-4813-8ad8-e0ca09793ebf/Baby+Bottle+Campaign.jpg Updates - Announcements, February 8, 2026 - Make it stand out Since we had a snow day a couple of weeks ago we have extended the time to pick up baby bottles to Feb. 15. Bottles should all be returned by Feb. 22. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/4e319fad-79d3-4ff4-8fcd-6528ff86049d/ladies-invited.jpg Updates - Announcements, February 8, 2026 - Make it stand out Rhonda will be leading a Ladies Bible Study featuring sisters, Leah & Rachel, beginning Monday, March 2 at 6:30 PM. The title of the study is “The Life of Leah”. Mark your calendar and invite your friends! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/cf71ae59-48c2-4ab9-91ac-0279f7d792e7/Lets-Pray.jpg Updates - Announcements, February 8, 2026 - Make it stand out The church will be open at 8:30 each Sunday morning through March for you to come and have a special prayer time with God. Come and go as it works for you. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-february-1-2026 monthly 0.5 2026-01-28 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/4256c5af-60d3-4c86-98b0-6d3a2656e50b/ISAAC.jpg Updates - Announcements, February 1, 2026 - Make it stand out Since we had to cancel church last Sunday due to the weather, Pastor Joe will bring us the message on Isaac that he had planned for last week. The message is based on Genesis 22: 1 - 19, titled “What Does God Teach Us on the Mountain?” . Worship service starts at 10:30 AM following Sunday School for all ages which starts at 9:30. Sunday evening at 6:00 PM Pastor Joe will will cover the Book of Habakkuk as we go “Book by Book, The Bible One Book at a Time”. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/a6a83a8b-7d74-4486-a84a-994a18b7b257/Ladies+Night+Out.jpg Updates - Announcements, February 1, 2026 - Make it stand out Ladies Night Out will meet on Thursday, February 5 at 6:30 PM. Come enjoy Fun, Food, and Fellowship! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/b73d8489-ec9b-477f-94fa-a153e7a6c54f/Baby+Bottle+Campaign.jpg Updates - Announcements, February 1, 2026 - Make it stand out Baby Bottles will be available until Feb. 8 for your donations to help support the Pregnancy Resource Center in Jacksonville, IL. Pick yours up anytime at the church. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/a2ee7674-17fa-46cf-9a5e-efdaa96fb6cd/help+needed.jfif Updates - Announcements, February 1, 2026 - Make it stand out Please let Joe or Harriett know if you are interested. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-january-25-2026 monthly 0.5 2026-01-22 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/cfb6fefe-20dd-49f3-b397-2188814b446b/weather+funny.jpg Updates - Announcements, January 25, 2026 - Make it stand out This may be the most accurate weather forecast we have so far for the weekend. Stay tuned and stay safe! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/88294c43-6719-42b2-b19a-267b62222cc2/Baby+Bottle+Campaign.jpg Updates - Announcements, January 25, 2026 - Make it stand out Baby Bottles will be available until Feb. 8 for your donations to help support the Pregnancy Resource Center in Jacksonville, IL. Pick yours up anytime at the church. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/2750f338-35cd-4436-81df-6c340bb8d77e/devotional_time-for-prayer.jpg Updates - Announcements, January 25, 2026 - Make it stand out In February and March, Pastor Joe is asking our church to pray together in a new way. We are going to gather in the church sanctuary from 8:30 to 9 AM so we can pray for thirty minutes. Prayer guides will be available for you to use as you pray silently. There won’t be a sharing time. Come when you can! “I’d love for our church to grow in this area. God deserves our prayers. Scripture commands and invites our prayers. Our souls, our families, our church, and our communities need the Lord’s work by the Lord’s power. Please look at your calendar and plan to pray with us. - Pastor Joe” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/f6a97d1e-1847-4abf-86ef-d419b58cdf95/help+needed.jfif Updates - Announcements, January 25, 2026 - Make it stand out We need some volunteers to learn how to run our service slides and soundboard. We have only one person trained on the sound board and one person for slides. They can't be here every week, so we need some people willing to learn. If you regularly use a computer at work or at home, then learning to control the slides or sound would be easy for you after you were trained. Please let Joe or Harriett know if you are interested. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-january-18-2026 monthly 0.5 2026-01-16 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/4445cf8a-1a79-404d-a41b-457a63be8bb9/sanctity+of+life.jpeg Updates - Announcements, January 18, 2026 - Make it stand out Today is Sanctity of Human Life Sunday. Baby Bottles will be available for the next month for your donations to help support the Pregnancy Resource Center in Jacksonville, IL. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/3c9a02c2-2a26-4b48-851d-8878c6573d17/volunteersneeded.jpg Updates - Announcements, January 18, 2026 - Make it stand out We need some volunteers to learn how to run our service slides and soundboard. We have only one person trained on the sound board and one person for slides. They can't be here every week, so we need some people willing to learn. Controlling the slides for the service is most urgent, but we need people willing to learn in each area. The slides will all be set up in advance so you won’t have to worry about that unless you want to learn that part also. If you regularly use a computer at work or at home, then learning to control the slides or sound would be easy for you after you were trained. If you are interested in running slides once a month, we will train you so that you feel confident doing that. Please let Joe or Harriett know that you are interested. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-january-11-2026 monthly 0.5 2026-01-07 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/267d2322-e0ed-49ba-b874-de49fb54908e/ISAAC.jpg Updates - Announcements, January 11, 2026 - Make it stand out As we continue the story of Isaac, Pastor Joe’s message this week is titled “What Does God Do with Our Messes?” based on Genesis 21: 1 - 21. Hope you join us at 10:30 AM. If you come at 9:30 we have Sunday School classes for all ages. At 6:00 PM we will cover the Book of Nahum as we go “Book by Book, The Bible One Book at a Time”. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-january-4-2026 monthly 0.5 2025-12-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/0b5e96ae-f0d3-42f0-bafa-7e2018709b1f/communion+1.jpg Updates - Announcements, January 4, 2026 - Make it stand out We will be observing The Lord’s Supper during morning worship this Sunday. Pastor Joe will be starting a new series based on Isaac. The scripture reference is Genesis chapters 17 and 18. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/08142553-54f4-44bb-ab3e-ca0b945be010/sanctity+of+life.jpeg Updates - Announcements, January 4, 2026 - Make it stand out Sunday, January 18 is Sanctity of Human Life Sunday. Baby Bottles will be available at that time for your donations to help support the Pregnancy Resource Center. Be praying about how you can help. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-for-sunday-december-28-2025 monthly 0.5 2025-12-24 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/62ede37e-7658-44c9-a216-6daf2a281993/welcome+Christmas+Eve.jpg Updates - Announcements for Sunday, December 28, 2025 - Make it stand out Tonight at 6:00 PM! We hope you can join us! https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-december-21-2025 monthly 0.5 2025-12-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/a3eaadce-12e0-4804-aad1-478e0fe7f805/Christmas+2025.jpg Updates - Announcements, December 21, 2025 - Make it stand out This week’s Sunday morning message covering the question, “Do We Weary God with Our Christmas?” is based on Malachi 2: 17 – 3: 5. Sunday evening we will cover the Book of Isaiah as we go “Book by Book, The Bible One Book at a Time”. We hope you can attend at 10:30 AM or 6:00 PM for these messages. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/fcc243a6-432e-451b-b712-99e039e4ce05/Invitation+Lights.jpg Updates - Announcements, December 21, 2025 - Make it stand out Park and tune your radio to 89.9 to hear the music and Christmas story. It repeats every 15 minutes. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/e8f4a4b6-9028-4687-945f-1b811ab851c1/candlelight.jpg Updates - Announcements, December 21, 2025 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-december-14-2025 monthly 0.5 2025-12-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/72292673-c5b0-482e-ae94-8c3d7dad369e/Invitation+Lights.jpg Updates - Announcements, December 14, 2025 - Make it stand out Now through New Years Eve! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/90e54571-ae18-46e0-824b-1084f3a25f1f/Christmas+2025.jpg Updates - Announcements, December 14, 2025 - Make it stand out Pastor Joe’s message this Sunday morning at 10:30 AM is based on Zechariah 9: 9 - 13 and is titled “Why Does Christ Bring Joy?” At 6:00 PM his message as we go “Book by Book, The Bible One Book at a Time” will be on the book of Isaiah. Come 15 minutes early and watch the Christmas light show. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/c3589b03-07e4-4054-9bab-b72d772485f7/bus+stop.jpg Updates - Announcements, December 14, 2025 - Make it stand out Tuesday, Dec. 16, come help us pass out gifts to the kids at the bus stop. Meet at the church at 3:30 PM. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/6637d9f5-a4f6-4ce0-a4b1-42a1ed04c181/stories_songs.jpg Updates - Announcements, December 14, 2025 - Make it stand out Sunday, Dec. 21 at 6:00 PM We would love to hear your favorite Christmas memory whether good or bad, or song or Bible verse/story. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/336eea63-6ea9-44ef-b340-cab5381127fe/Memory+candle.jpg Updates - Announcements, December 14, 2025 - Make it stand out Wednesday, Dec. 24 at 6:00 PM Candlelight Christmas Eve Service All are welcome! https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-december-7-2025 monthly 0.5 2025-12-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/f0b3a1f5-c193-4fb5-9aa0-05eeb6199f27/pearl+harbor.jpg Updates - Announcements, December 7, 2025 - Make it stand out God Bless America! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/929fcee8-c9f6-46fc-81d3-2b1adfddd0ed/Christmas+2025.jpg Updates - Announcements, December 7, 2025 - Make it stand out Come celebrate Christmas in Manchester with us. Pastor Joe’s message this Sunday is from Luke 2:11 and is titled “What Should We Expect the Christ to Be?” Now thru Wed. Dec. 31 from 5 – 9 daily come enjoy free the Christmas Light Show located at 404 East Street, Manchester, IL. Gifts will be given out each Friday evening! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/7d652d0f-923e-4744-8607-3f1de22029a4/13116131324592387911.jfif Updates - Announcements, December 7, 2025 - Make it stand out This is a picture as it is being set up. It is all finished now! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/91105e49-23f2-475e-8d30-7b10a242a66e/Ladies+Night+Out.jpg Updates - Announcements, December 7, 2025 - Make it stand out Thursday, December 4 at 6:30 PM is our annual Ladies Night Out White Elephant Gift Exchange! You never know what might be in that box! Come enjoy supper and a lot of fun! Bring your favorite Christmas snack or dessert to share. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/256b5101-b270-425e-9feb-2d59542dbc5f/Christmas+Open+House.jpg Updates - Announcements, December 7, 2025 - Make it stand out On Wednesday, Dec. 10 from 6 to 7:30 PM you are Invited to an Open House at the Parsonage. Come visit and enjoy some goodies! https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-november-23-2025 monthly 0.5 2025-11-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/a94ce366-7530-4445-88d7-615f8a3936e2/Sunday+morning+worship.jpg Updates - Announcements, November 23, 2025 - Make it stand out Pastor Joe will conclude his series on Nahum this Sunday at 10: 30 AM with a message based on Nahum 3 and titled “How Does Judgement Give Me Hope?” On Sunday evening he will cover the book of Johan as we go “Book by Book, The Bible One Book at a Time”. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/b1be4590-f5ba-4468-9a78-3ea99dd28df6/Invitation+Lights.jpg Updates - Announcements, November 23, 2025 - Make it stand out You won’t want to miss this! There is nothing like it in the area and it is Free! https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-november-16-2025 monthly 0.5 2025-11-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/b6985b94-3efa-4bde-98b5-267f42d82d01/IMG_4909.jpg Updates - Announcements, November 16, 2025 - Make it stand out Operation Christmas child has been a huge success this year. As the campaign comes to an end this week, we have at least 164 boxes packed and ready to move on the the regional collection location! Thanks so much for all who donated and prayed for our gifts and the children who will receive them! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/7a6f1167-ff24-47aa-9432-048ad2152401/Nahum.jpg Updates - Announcements, November 16, 2025 - Make it stand out This Sunday at 10:30 AM, Pastor Joe will be speaking about “What Dangers Does Nahum Warn About?” based on Nahum Chapter 2. Sunday evening at 6:00 PM he will go through the book of Amos. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/d312f0f0-06bd-4b4c-b8f4-a80b539defa3/Holiday+Schedule+2025.jpg Updates - Announcements, November 16, 2025 - Make it stand out Note the correction for the starting time for the Winchester Parade on Saturday, Nov. 6. The correct time is 6:30 PM . We will have room for people to ride on our float as well as walk. Line up starts at 5:30 PM. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/14715659-fdcb-4dab-a66f-af000961a422/4..jpg Updates - Announcements, November 16, 2025 - Make it stand out We are thankful for all who have been so generous with donations to purchase the items for our Christmas Light Outreach. Now is the time to start praying that everything goes smoothly with the setup and that many families and individuals will be reached by it’s message. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/6f6675c0-6e95-4075-b353-d61cb1a33312/1.+Green+and+Gold+Luxury+Christmas+Presentation.jpg Updates - Announcements, November 16, 2025 - Make it stand out Watch the church yard for the display beginning at Thanksgiving! Invite your friends! https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-nov-9-2025 monthly 0.5 2025-11-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/babb10b3-7f7e-4a73-8a80-7c207fd659e4/3.jpg Updates - Announcements, Nov. 9, 2025 - Make it stand out Our Operation Christmas Child Packing Party was a great success! We packed 145 boxes with more to come in! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/f29b82e6-f5c4-490c-86d6-8211af6b7339/last.jpg Updates - Announcements, Nov. 9, 2025 - Make it stand out Operation Christmas Child Collection Week starts November 17. All gifts need to be at the church before then. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/f0a4e31e-b036-44ec-bb45-f8d46427486c/Nahum.jpg Updates - Announcements, Nov. 9, 2025 - Make it stand out This Sunday, Pastor Joe is basing his 10:30 AM message on Nahum 1. It is titled “What Difference Does God’s Character Make?” At 6:00 PM he will speak on the book of Joel as we go “Book by Book, The Bible One Book at a Time”. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/a832486f-2fd0-4cbf-8a78-588fbca38541/Holiday+Schedule+2025.jpg Updates - Announcements, Nov. 9, 2025 - Make it stand out Check out our Holiday Schedule of special activities and share it with friends! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/3aeed041-cc99-463d-974d-806ff771dba7/1.+Green+and+Gold+Luxury+Christmas+Presentation.jpg Updates - Announcements, Nov. 9, 2025 - Make it stand out Remember to pray for our Christmas Light Outreach! We are very excited about how God is providing the funding for this project! https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-nov-2-2025 monthly 0.5 2025-10-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/791f411a-def6-4dcf-9073-cdbbbe91849f/trunk-or-treat-1.jpg Updates - Announcements, Nov. 2, 2025 - Make it stand out Tonight in the church parking lot from 5:30 to 7:30 PM! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/e5a1cc74-5998-4617-997e-6a743394a243/Packing+Party+2025.jpg Updates - Announcements, Nov. 2, 2025 - Make it stand out Join us for a light breakfast! An Adult Sunday Class will be available in the sanctuary if you would rather not pack a shoebox. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/0c807e9e-c371-474d-9c54-819cd25d1cae/fall+trees+2.jpg Updates - Announcements, Nov. 2, 2025 - Make it stand out We're doing our Daylight Savings Time Outreach Giveaway for the second year in a row on November 2. We're meeting this afternoon at 4:00 PM to put a little gift and invite at each door in Manchester. It takes about an hour and we need people to go and people to stay at the church and pray. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/fc71f2a4-ef87-4613-aa2d-8c9ba400c337/Ladies+Night+Out.jpg Updates - Announcements, Nov. 2, 2025 - Make it stand out Thurs. Nov. 6 at 6:30 PM. All are ladies invited to bring a friend and enjoy food, fun and fellowship. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/32dfa3cb-8f7b-4ead-bbf2-7796c825097b/2..jpg Updates - Announcements, Nov. 2, 2025 - Make it stand out We are excited about our Christmas Light Outreach this year! Supplies have arrived and we can’t wait until Thanksgiving Eve to turn the show on. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-october-26-2025 monthly 0.5 2025-10-22 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/bf792438-ae01-4164-92bb-7dc5dfa24de1/sunrise.jpg Updates - Announcements, October 26, 2025 - Make it stand out · Join us for Wednesday Bible Study and Prayer Meeting at 6:30 PM each week. We’re doing a video series called “From the Rising of the Sun.” We are learning and celebrating the ways God is worshiped around the world every Sunday. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/081774ea-cee0-442f-b61d-ee9189696125/This+Weel.png Updates - Announcements, October 26, 2025 - Make it stand out Monday, Oct 27 we will be serving Free Lunch Monday to the Winchester High School Students. They always enjoy our pulled pork sandwiches and those who help, receive a blessing by serving. Come join the fun! Another fun activity to take part in is Trunk of Treat which we will host in our parking lot from 5:30 to 7:30 PM on Wednesday, Oct. 29. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/2a6d6aaf-a725-4b73-99fa-7e13907f02d8/OCC-Packing-Party-Header.png Updates - Announcements, October 26, 2025 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-october-19-2025 monthly 0.5 2025-10-15 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/01a1b7d3-9dff-4310-8323-aa2500d13077/ColossiansPart3.jpg Updates - Announcements, October 19, 2025 - Make it stand out This Sunday morning, Pastor Joe’s message is titled “What Does Jesus Say to Those in Authority and Under Authority?” with Colossians 3:22 - 4:1 being his text. Join us at 10:30 AM for this message and again at 6:00 PM as we go Book by Book through the Bible and study the book of 1 Kings. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-october-12-2025 monthly 0.5 2025-10-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/d828f69c-ab78-4ac9-9048-fd156035e20d/ColossiansPart3.jpg Updates - Announcements, October 12, 2025 - Make it stand out Sunday morning at 10:30 AM, Pastor Joe will continue his series with a message titled “What Makes Christian Families Different?” based on Colossians 3: 18 - 21. Sunday evening at 6 PM we will continue through the bible and study the book of Ecclesiastes. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/9a085bce-c12d-48da-81d4-6dee92996f0a/qrcode_www.youtube+From+the+Rizing+of+the+Sun.jpg Updates - Announcements, October 12, 2025 - Make it stand out Our Wednesday Bible Study and Prayer Meeting will start a new study this Wednesday, Oct. 15th. We’re going to be doing a video series called “From the Rising of the Sun.” We will learn and celebrate the ways God is worshiped around the world every Sunday. You can check it out at the above link: https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/57b2c149-3d74-48d9-b9c9-9e3aef6f95e4/Occ+shopping+list.jpg Updates - Announcements, October 12, 2025 - Make it stand out OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD This list shows how many of each item has been donated so far. Our goal this year is to pack 150 shoe boxes so, as you can see, we are a little short of some things. We do have a good number of stuffed animals. Thanks for all you do! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/30f50f07-dfae-4d71-ba46-529f7a64426c/Pastor+Appreciation+1.jpg Updates - Announcements, October 12, 2025 - Make it stand out Don’t forget to let Pastor Joe know how much you appreciate him and his family during this Pastor Appreciation Month! https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-october-5-2025 monthly 0.5 2025-10-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/e9d26e24-ef57-4f66-aadc-99f9ea72b7cf/flu+shot.jpg Updates - Announcements, October 5, 2025 - Make it stand out The Scott County Health Department will be giving flu shots in the Fellowship Hall Monday, October 6 from 9 to 10 AM. Don’t be late because they keep a tight schedule. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/134646fd-531a-4717-b1ac-6c2f25b5701f/trunk+or+treat.png Updates - Announcements, October 5, 2025 - Make it stand out Trunk or treat is scheduled for Wednesday, October 29. Start planning how you will decorate your vehicle. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-september-28-2025 monthly 0.5 2025-09-24 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/f3d115e1-93c7-4180-8ae9-71e73a12e7e3/ColossiansPart3.jpg Updates - Announcements, September 28, 2025 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/4c8497ee-a3aa-41c6-bbb3-8d03f832fffe/Operation+Christmas+Child.gif Updates - Announcements, September 28, 2025 - Make it stand out October is the time to donate a WOW item for Operation Christmas Child. Suggestions are a Doll, a Large toy, a Soccer ball & pump, a Stuffed animal, or a Musical instrument. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-september-21-2025 monthly 0.5 2025-09-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/51450d39-555e-4f5e-98b9-1af385f5677a/One+Book+at+a+Time.jpg Updates - Announcements, September 21, 2025 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/86f1d0c8-03a0-4580-b065-6483bcea474e/fall+winter.jpg Updates - Announcements, September 21, 2025 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-september-14-2025 monthly 0.5 2025-09-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/793de5ac-8516-41d7-b022-9066168109c0/ColossiansPart3.jpg Updates - Announcements, September 14, 2025 - Make it stand out Colossians 3: 5 - 11 is the text for Pastor Joe’s message this Sunday morning. It is titled “What Is Normal if I Follow Jesus?”. Sunday evening he will continue to take us through the Bible “Book by Book, The Bible One Book at a Time” with a message on the Book of Psalms. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/cbd281c9-1ce0-491a-9db2-c33684c41266/Marlin-Baker-1752143685.jpg Updates - Announcements, September 14, 2025 - Make it stand out Missionary Marlin Baker, age 93, August 14, 1931 - July 8, 2025 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/ecedf058-d014-40d4-b2e6-145d252c7195/BibleStudy-1.jpg Updates - Announcements, September 14, 2025 - Make it stand out All ladies are invited to join Rhonda in the church Fellowship Hall for a Bible Study covering two important ladies in the Bible, Rebekah and Rachel. Studies will be held each Monday evening, at 6:30 PM starting Monday, Sept 15 and going through Monday, Oct. 6. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-september-7-2025 monthly 0.5 2025-09-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/d0fb72f9-e032-4b13-88b4-741e789542fc/ColossiansPart3.jpg Updates - Announcements, September 7, 2025 - Make it stand out Now that summer is on the way out and we have completed fifty chapters of Psalms in five summers we will go back for Season Three of the Book of Colossians. This week Pastor Joe will use Colossians 3: 1 - 4 as the text for his morning message. We hope you can join us, either in person at 10:30 AM, or by watching the message on Facebook/YouTube or listening to the podcast. The online versions are usually posted on Monday. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/af251d68-b4ee-4b2f-8182-17790ba4f816/Mark+your+calendar+2.jpg Updates - Announcements, September 7, 2025 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/a100cda3-3c69-49f4-99c3-ae6205477908/Operation+Christmas+Child.gif Updates - Announcements, September 7, 2025 - Make it stand out During the month of September we will focus on collecting Craft & Activity items for Operation Christmas Child. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-august-24-2025 monthly 0.5 2025-08-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/047a89e8-50bd-4d12-b6aa-2cd7726be4e2/Happy+Birthday.jpg Updates - Announcements, August 24, 2025 - Make it stand out Delores Pierce, wife of former pastor Wayne Pierce, is turning 90 on Sept. 6. Contact us if you would like her address so you can send her a card. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/3fe9e959-e8cc-49e6-944b-43992216ccb9/Summer+in+the+Psalms.png Updates - Announcements, August 24, 2025 - Make it stand out “Do You Fear the Right Things?” is the title of Pastor Joe’s message this week. It is based on Psalm 49. We invite you to join us at 10:30 am for this message. At 6:00 pm we will have “Stories and Songs” when you will have an opportunity to share a song, a story or share what God is doing or has done for you. Pastor Joe will then teach us about the Book of 1 Samuel as we go “Book by Book, The Bible One Book at a Time”. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/6ba02544-c327-4a6c-a4b8-ff1591d44cf4/bus+stop.jpg Updates - Announcements, August 24, 2025 - Make it stand out Eight people from the church passed out popsicles to 23 kids at the school bus stop on Wed. Aug. 20. The kids know to expect something good when they see us waiting for them. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-august-17-2025 monthly 0.5 2025-08-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/4f44119f-3459-4ad4-895d-1cec7d33703b/auditorium.jpg Updates - Announcements, August 17, 2025 - Make it stand out Come join us each Sunday morning for Sunday School at 9:30 AM and Worship Service at 10:30 AM. This week pastor Joe will give a message titled “How Does the Lord’s Presence Motivate Worship?” based on Psalm 48. Sunday evening at 6:00 PM he will continue leading us through the Bible one book at a time. This evening he will cover the Book of Ruth. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/7a55e585-e100-4945-88b8-26c8bc691768/school+stuff.jpg Updates - Announcements, August 17, 2025 - Make it stand out Any items are welcome any time of the year but since back to school necessities are on sale this time of year we suggest that all who want to participate in Operation Christmas Child Shoebox gifts donate school supplies this month. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/809bd8ab-eb3a-4602-94f3-49d6135eccfa/Ladies-Night-Out-001b.jpg Updates - Announcements, August 17, 2025 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-august-10-2025 monthly 0.5 2025-08-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/374b634e-d2b9-4134-ac0b-ffadc427cad2/Summer+in+the+Psalms.png Updates - Announcements, August 10, 2025 - Make it stand out We hope you can join us this Sunday morning at 10:30 am for a message from Pastor Joe’s message based on Psalm 47 and titled “What Makes You Clap, Shout and Sing?” Following the service we will have a very short Special Called Business Meeting to elect Messengers for the Sandy Creek Association Annual Meeting on August 22 and 23. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/c3862c26-32e7-4911-bc1d-089abf9a604e/Book+By+Book+Series+Pres..jpg Updates - Announcements, August 10, 2025 - Make it stand out Sunday evening at 6:00 pm Pastor Joe will cover the Book of Judges as we go through the Bible, one book at a time. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/13ff1fe9-8ae2-4b89-a1df-97ea918ec8ba/school+stuff.jpg Updates - Announcements, August 10, 2025 - Make it stand out August is a good time to collect School Supplies for Operation Christmas Child. Suggestions are Pencils & sharpener, Pencil case, Eraser, Pens, Crayon, Markers, Notebooks, Index cards, Calculator, Scissors, Ruler, Glue stick, Small Adhesive tape. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/8b1db0c4-6a1b-416e-b682-0f3cf1ae9cad/ladies-night-out.png Updates - Announcements, August 10, 2025 - Make it stand out Ladies Night Out Resumes September 4 at 6:30 PM! Come join us for an evening of Fun, Food, and Fellowship! Invite your friends. There is no charge to participate. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-august-3-2025 monthly 0.5 2025-07-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/8c5bd3af-c02f-4740-963c-4edb19ba2720/Summer+in+the+Psalms.png Updates - Announcements, August 3, 2025 - Make it stand out Pastor, Joe’s text is Psalm 46. Join us at 10:30 AM for his message titled “How Does God Want Us to Seek Safety?” Sunday evening at 6:00 PM Pastor Joe will cover the book of Joshua as he goes “Book by Book, The Bible One Book at a Time”. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/13ca5a62-451d-4376-aaa9-c48a737701a7/school+stuff.jpg Updates - Announcements, August 3, 2025 - Make it stand out August is time to collect School Supplies for Operation Christmas Child. Suggestions are Pencils and sharpener, Pencil case, Eraser, Pens, Crayon, Markers, Notebooks, Index cards, Calculator, Scissors, Ruler, Glue stick, Small Adhesive tape. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-july-20-2025 monthly 0.5 2025-07-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/4f536630-34e9-465d-80af-d64e1a971c78/Summer+in+the+Psalms.png Updates - Announcements, July 20, 2025 - Make it stand out Sunday morning at 10:30 AM, Pastor Joe will deliver a message titled “What Does A Wedding Song Have To Do With Me?” based on Psalm 45. In the evening at 6:00 PM he will cover the book of Deuteronomy as we go “Book by Book, The Bible One Book at a Time”. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/4ce4a51f-12be-4c56-969a-1d4485616578/Graph+2025.jpg Updates - Announcements, July 20, 2025 - Make it stand out This month we are suggesting you donate toys for the boxes. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/36ee6f82-b69c-4b7a-912a-f3d16ec93f24/Summer+Reading+2025.jpg Updates - Announcements, July 20, 2025 - Make it stand out In the Fellowship Hall you will find a table with Pastor Joe’s “Summer Reading Suggestions”. There are books for all ages. Help yourself and either return the book when you are finished or keep it for future reference. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-july-13-2025 monthly 0.5 2025-07-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/73205f7a-7b5f-4130-884b-2d764c1dea24/Cathy+Jo+IMG_4653.jpg Updates - Announcements, July 13, 2025 - Make it stand out This Sunday evening at 6:00 PM you are invited to enjoy some of the kids showing off their art projects and things they learned this week. There will also be a slide show to give you an idea of how busy everyone has been. Please come! https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-june-29-2025 monthly 0.5 2025-06-25 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/a9db2802-70fd-4469-bf90-de1efc785532/SLIDE+bbq+fest.jpg Updates - Announcements, June 29, 2025 - Make it stand out Come join us for a free BBQ Pork meal at the Manchester Park! We have several planning to show off their cooking skills and some will be doing various meats in addition to pork. Pickle Ball, Corn Hole and other games and activities will be available. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/b4d4fd0a-c308-478c-ba20-336f2b94d8af/stories_songs.jpg Updates - Announcements, June 29, 2025 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/21844ec7-d0de-4b42-8c41-4e6421887587/The+Armor+of+God.jpg Updates - Announcements, June 29, 2025 - Make it stand out “The Armor of God” is our Vacation Bible School theme this year! Send your kids to learn all about it starting Monday, July 7 through Friday July 11. We will start at 9 AM and dismiss at 11:20 AM. We invite all children from ages 5 - 12. Older kids will have lessons aimed for their age group so don’t think it is just for little kids! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/575b7b1b-dd4c-48df-b0f6-8729434a96f7/IMG_3414.jpg Updates - Announcements, June 29, 2025 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-june-22-2025 monthly 0.5 2025-06-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/aa7688e7-5151-4051-a892-d79d1a992b16/Kids+Sports+Day+Camp+header.jpg Updates - Announcements, June 22, 2025 - Make it stand out We are having a great time this week! You can still join us this Thursday and Friday from 9 - 12. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/40f07b55-71c6-43d5-a08b-0b0b64083f31/9.jpg Updates - Announcements, June 22, 2025 - Make it stand out Learning basket ball skills. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/91246d52-130a-4fd2-92be-63a714baa510/10.jpg Updates - Announcements, June 22, 2025 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/a384cb65-33f1-4eeb-b4b3-ee53251081f8/12.jpg Updates - Announcements, June 22, 2025 - Make it stand out Pickle ball! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/e55a3628-082e-4aba-bb8c-26f4986628f4/13.jpg Updates - Announcements, June 22, 2025 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/0ac9e36a-4b6b-4ffc-931f-a3d6b84ae53d/14.jpg Updates - Announcements, June 22, 2025 - Make it stand out Healthy Snacks! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/6167f706-52a7-4139-8961-045511ae3e07/15.jpg Updates - Announcements, June 22, 2025 - Make it stand out Bible object lesson https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/eb235028-b884-414c-93f8-e1e658d5daa8/16.jpg Updates - Announcements, June 22, 2025 - Make it stand out Wacky Games! Carry the water balloon on a spoon relay. More to come this week! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/692ad137-8525-4213-9e45-f0dd3eab7cc1/SLIDE+bbq+fest.jpg Updates - Announcements, June 22, 2025 - Make it stand out We will furnish a pork shoulder roast for each contestant. Tell Pastor Joe if you plan to participate. Cooking, fun and games start around 1:30 in the afternoon. Come join us for a great free meal at 5 PM if you can’t make it before. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/15e647d5-07de-43d2-837e-40998eea513a/Corrected+VBS+2025+Pres+%282%29.jpg Updates - Announcements, June 22, 2025 - Make it stand out Join us from 9am to 11:20am each day. Enjoy Bible, Art, Games, and Music as we learn about “The Armor of God.” https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-june-152025-happy-fathers-day monthly 0.5 2025-06-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/e9404d35-5651-40e2-bc5c-52430ac885c4/Summer+in+the+Psalms.png Updates - Announcements, June 15,2025 Happy Father’s Day! - Make it stand out Today’s message, titled “How Can I be Faithful when Life Isn’t Simple?” is based on Psalm 40. Come join us at 10:30 AM. We will have no activities at the church this Sunday evening so you may spend more time with your family. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/5d555c76-0765-4f92-8a53-9e53163ac2da/2.jpg Updates - Announcements, June 15,2025 Happy Father’s Day! - Make it stand out Putting together pickle ball nets, gathering basketballs, socker balls, planning snacks and Wacky Sports and a short Bible lesson. Come join us at the Manchester, IL Community Park! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/2f9cf797-6d80-4d21-953b-18793e10f613/SLIDE+bbq+fest.jpg Updates - Announcements, June 15,2025 Happy Father’s Day! - Make it stand out Come compete with some of the best BBQers around! Manchester Baptist Church will provide one pork shoulder roast per contestant. Other meat welcome if you provide it. Sides and desserts will be provided. Bring your own secret ingredients and equipment to the Manchester IL Community Park on Saturday, June 28 and win bragging rights. Cooking, Fun and Games start around 1:30 PM, Judging will be at 4:00 PM and we will sample all this goodness starting about 5:00 PM. Everything is FREE and you are invited! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/10a48ff3-b68c-43ae-9bc2-65d3ba37acb6/Corrected+VBS+2025+Pres+%282%29.jpg Updates - Announcements, June 15,2025 Happy Father’s Day! - Make it stand out Manchester Baptist Church, 404 East Street, Manchester, IL. Come join us for singing, Bible stories, fun, games and snacks. We meet from 9 AM to 11:20 AM each morning. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-june-8-2025 monthly 0.5 2025-06-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/5b3b144e-f502-4c16-a828-250221de18aa/Pork+Chop+Supper.jpg Updates - Announcements, June 8, 2025 - Make it stand out Come help the Cemetery Association by enjoying a pork chop or porky burger supper! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/0a322e7f-a2ad-414d-8512-2bd0deb0550c/Summer+in+the+Psalms.png Updates - Announcements, June 8, 2025 - Make it stand out It is officially summer so our sermon theme is Summer in the Psalms! We will hear a message from the Book of Psalms each Sunday morning at 10:30 AM. This week’s message is titled “How Should I Pray in Sickness and Suffering?” The sermon text is Psalm 39. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/e7b12d6d-d3b4-4a5c-81ac-a738fb8cbf0e/Book+By+Book+Series+Pres..jpg Updates - Announcements, June 8, 2025 - Make it stand out Each Sunday evening Pastor Joe is sharing a unique series, presenting one book of the Bible each week at 6:00 PM. Since the messages are in chronological order in this series, he will present Job this week. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/ccaab20f-f848-4f1a-a7fb-893e7309563a/2025+MBC+Sports+Day+Camp+Flyer+%28Presentation%29.jpg Updates - Announcements, June 8, 2025 - Make it stand out We are counting down the days to the Kids Sports Day Camp. Call the church at 217-587-2761 if you still need to register your child! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/5acd7f97-8452-45d8-acfb-7a13def5cc0f/SLIDE+bbq+fest.jpg Updates - Announcements, June 8, 2025 - Make it stand out All BBQ chefs are welcome to strut their stuff! The church will provide each contestant with a pork shoulder roast and you provide your own equipment and any special ingredients. Contact the church if you want to compete so we get enough meat. Everyone is invited to join in fun and games during the afternoon and enjoy a FREE BBQ meal starting at 5:00 PM. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-june-1-2025 monthly 0.5 2025-05-28 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/cb6cbbce-e681-445d-80b3-802a08a7d7e2/ColossiansPart2.jpg Updates - Announcements, June 1, 2025 - Make it stand out This week Pastor Joe will conclude Season Two of his Colossians series, concentrating on verses 20 - 23. Join us for this message at 10: 30 AM. Sunday evening at 6:00 PM he will introduce a new series for Sunday evenings, “Book by Book, The Bible One Book at a Time”. We hope you join us! https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-may-25-2025 monthly 0.5 2025-05-23 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/d810ec4b-e489-4d6a-982c-83507cb096ee/guest+speaker.jpg Updates - Announcements, May 25, 2025 - Make it stand out Our guest speaker this Sunday is Kevin Jones. He is the Church Planting Director for the Illinois Baptist State Association. We appreciate how he helped us out during COVID when we were without a pastor and are thankful he lead Pastor Joe to come be out pastor. Join us at 10:30 AM. No evening services this week. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/1eb9f320-0be1-4106-98a3-9c5890cb55ec/2025+MBC+Sports+Day+Camp+Flyer+%28Presentation%29.jpg Updates - Announcements, May 25, 2025 - Make it stand out Call the church at 217-587-2761 to register your child. We have limited spaces. Please leave a message if no answer. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/032bf437-d546-4107-84e5-ccfc9a8c5792/Corrected+VBS+2025+Pres+%282%29.jpg Updates - Announcements, May 25, 2025 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-may-18-2025 monthly 0.5 2025-05-14 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/793f18e2-133b-4522-ab6d-308091613b66/busy-week.jpg Updates - Announcements, May 18, 2025 - Make it stand out Can you keep up? Tonight is Bible Study and Prayer starting at 6:30 PM. Tomorrow afternoon we will pass out Goody Bags at the school bus stop. Meet at the church at 3:15 PM Saturday, May 17 starting at 9AM we will do some extra cleaning and sprucing up all around the building and grounds. Sunday Evening at 5:00 PM will be a VBS planning meeting. Open to all who are interested in helping. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/765dfac5-e595-4574-9d13-4183d7a2aa33/2025+MBC+Sports+Day+Camp+Flyer+%28Presentation%29.jpg Updates - Announcements, May 18, 2025 - Make it stand out Please call the church to register your kids so we know how many to plan for. 217-587-2761 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/a098539c-17f9-4023-ae02-708edc744aed/ColossiansPart2.jpg Updates - Announcements, May 18, 2025 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-may-11-2025 monthly 0.5 2025-05-07 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/e6bbbda7-a115-4f33-a83d-cb7b8b0051c6/Mother%27s+Day.jpg Updates - Announcements, May 11, 2025 - Make it stand out Join us this Sunday morning at 10:30 AM when Pastor Joe will be speaking from Colossians 2: 6 - 15. His message is titled “What Keeps a Christian Faithful?”. We will have no Sunday evening activities so you may spend more time with your family. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/4790db3b-0bd2-4cb5-bd63-22954da0f537/Screenshot+%2871%29.jpg Updates - Announcements, May 11, 2025 - Make it stand out This year, our own Jordan, Kaitlin and Renlee were chosen to be the spokes family for the Baptist Children’s Home and Family Services located in Carmi, IL. You may watch a YouTube video about their adoption journey by copying this link bchfs.com/mothers-day-offering/ https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/305249ba-95e0-4890-95d1-b8e0047f3e08/2025+MBC+Sports+Day+Camp+Flyer+%28Presentation%29.jpg Updates - Announcements, May 11, 2025 - Make it stand out Signup at manchesterbaptistchurch.com and scroll down on the main page or call 217-587-2761. Spots are limited so sign up early! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/472bc756-cdd5-47cb-9818-3eaa6534d8e5/Operation+Christmas+Child.jpg Updates - Announcements, May 11, 2025 - Make it stand out This month we are collecting Girl’s Clothing Items such as Socks, Underwear, Flip-Flops, Shoes, Shirts, and Shorts. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-may-4-2025 monthly 0.5 2025-04-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/df6093b3-6c9e-48c1-a8e9-7f0bfa51b537/ColossiansPart2.jpg Updates - Announcements, May 4, 2025 - Make it stand out At 10:30 on Sunday morning Pastor Joe will begin “Season Two: Colossians 2” with a message titled “Does Your Goal Match God’s Goal?” based on Colossians 2: 1 - 5. At 6:00 PM he will continue his serie “What Does the Cross Have to Tell Us?” The Youth Group will also meet at 6:00 PM. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/6747cf74-47aa-456e-b6ac-476d635ff7f1/Mark+your+calendar+2.jpg Updates - Announcements, May 4, 2025 - Make it stand out We have two big activities coming up this summer for the kids, Kids Sports Day Camp and Vacation Bible School. Join us! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/5144e3d1-5d86-4a2d-b20f-424771f1bbb9/2025+MBC+Sports+Day+Camp+Flyer+%28Presentation%29.jpg Updates - Announcements, May 4, 2025 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/06489e61-6da8-488f-84ec-339df46b0878/vbs.jpg Updates - Announcements, May 4, 2025 - Make it stand out Monday, July 7 through Friday, July 11 starting at 9AM each day! We invite kids of all ages for activities including Music, Bible Stories, Art/Crafts, Fun & Games and Snacks. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-april-27-2025 monthly 0.5 2025-04-23 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/027f409c-6bac-4e38-aea5-ff311b1b121f/guest+speaker.jpg Updates - Announcements, April 27, 2025 - Make it stand out This Sunday Morning we welcome Ben Jones who works with the Illinois Baptist Association as the team leader for the communications team. His message is based on 3 John 1 - 11 and is titled “A Letter to Your Future Church”. Join us at 10:30 AM to welcome Ben. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/551349ef-e24a-4d89-aa9d-ed9fe995b9fe/Italian+Buffet.jpg Updates - Announcements, April 27, 2025 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/a1debb34-4de7-40eb-b1d0-c687610159e5/vbs.jpg Updates - Announcements, April 27, 2025 - Make it stand out Time to start planning for Vacation Bible School. Join us at 5:00 PM if you can help in any way this year. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/79815a41-2bf9-4cb1-93ac-7976607eefbe/Ladies-Night-Out-001b.jpg Updates - Announcements, April 27, 2025 - Make it stand out Thursday, May 1 at 6:30 PM. Come join us ladies! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/7540e6fe-acf9-42f7-a4e8-aa72591c296d/deacons+meeting.jfif Updates - Announcements, April 27, 2025 - Make it stand out Monday, May 5 at 7:00 PM https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/d3ebfd7f-e716-40fb-ab11-43bcf65a506c/Work+Day.png Updates - Announcements, April 27, 2025 - Make it stand out Come help spruce up the church building and grounds for spring. Saturday, May 17 at 9:00 AM. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-april-20-2025 monthly 0.5 2025-04-16 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/57bba358-2eaf-4be7-8bb0-88a9e2964824/Orange+Pink+Stampable+Easter+Egg+Hunt+Flyer+A4+%28Presentation%29.jpg Updates - Announcements, April 20, 2025 - Make it stand out Due to the rainy forcast we plan to have our Egg Hunt inside the church. Activities will begin at 10:00 AM. Bring the kids and join us! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/1ef1890d-59b4-48c7-9657-12e9b35ce169/Welcome+to+Easter+at+MBC.jpg Updates - Announcements, April 20, 2025 - Make it stand out We invite you to join us for an Easter Sunrise Celebration at 6:30 AM in the Sanctuary! You will be blessed by joyful congregational singing and a message based on Spurgeon’s: “What Mary Magdalene Teaches Us at Easter Sunrise”. You may then enjoy breakfast in the Fellowship Hall with us. We will have Easter Sunday Worship Service at the usual time of 10:30 AM. Pastor Joe’s message, based on John 20: 19 - 31 Is titled “What Does Jesus Say to You This Easter?”. There will be no Sunday School or Evening Actiities. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/dac0016b-ffe7-4552-a5e1-5d7f3ca3bbc3/B%26B+April.jpg Updates - Announcements, April 20, 2025 - Make it stand out All men and boys are invited to attend. You will experience both a great breakfast and Bible teaching. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/ecd408f5-b0d6-4ed1-b721-6ccd11b80e79/Italian+Buffet.jpg Updates - Announcements, April 20, 2025 - Make it stand out Sunday evening, April 27 at 5:00 PM we will have a VBS Overview Meeting for anyone interested in helping with VBS this year. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-april-13-2025 monthly 0.5 2025-04-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/321788f7-ceee-4454-b22c-8550ccd079f2/palm-sunday.jpg Updates - Announcements, April 13, 2025 - Make it stand out Pastor Joe’s message for this Palm Sunday is titled “Why Do You Need to See Jesus on Palm Sunday?” The scripture reference is John 12: 12 - 19. Join us this Sunday evening to celebrate Kerr’s love for Christ and pancakes. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/10577a93-8db8-4f57-b4da-1b204e46f4e4/Kerr.jpg Updates - Announcements, April 13, 2025 - Make it stand out Stay for Evening Worship at 6:00 PM when Pastor Joe will continue his series on “What Does the Cross Have to Tell Us?”. The Youth Group will also meet at 6:00 PM. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/0492c114-79b3-40c4-b0a5-b66052dccb1f/Join+Us+Easter.jpg Updates - Announcements, April 13, 2025 - Make it stand out Join us Saturday, April 19 starting at 10:00 AM for an Egg Hunt in the Manchester Community Park. We will have a Sunrise Service on Easter Sunday, April 20 at 6:30 AM in the Sanctuary followed by Breakfast in the Fellowship Hall. At 10:30 AM we will hold our Easter Morning Worship Service. We invite you to join us for any or all of these activities. There will be no Sunday School or Evening Activities on Easter. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/3808a5ee-f17d-474f-82eb-c059118d36e1/Operation+Christmas+Child.gif Updates - Announcements, April 13, 2025 - Make it stand out During the month of April we are collecting Personal Care Items for Operation Christmas Child. Examples are toothbrushes, hair brushes & combs, washcloths, flashlights & batteries, kids Band-Aids, eating utensils, nail care items. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-april-6-2025 monthly 0.5 2025-04-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/928a58fa-2292-48d3-85b8-8fb48fea5fc8/ChurchWords.jpg Updates - Announcements, April 6, 2025 - Make it stand out Today’s word is Assurance! Based on 1 John 5: 13, Pastor Joe’s message is titled “How Can I Have Assurance I Am Saved?”. Join us at 10:30 AM for this message which will conclude with us celebrating “The Lord’s Supper” with a Communion Service. At 6:00 PM Pastor Joe will continue his series on “What Does the Cross Have to Tell Us?” and the Youth Group will meet. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/07bfff82-f7a4-4d8c-b1da-8fc8daae23fa/Mark+your+calendar+2.jpg Updates - Announcements, April 6, 2025 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/db2d5b70-fa95-4d8c-ac22-6093a0452b9d/OCC+logo.png Updates - Announcements, April 6, 2025 - Make it stand out During the month of April we are collecting Personal Care Items for Operation Christmas Child. Examples are toothbrushes, hair brushes & combs, washcloths, flashlights & batteries, kids Band-Aids, eating utensils, nail care items, etc. You may drop items off at the church at any time. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-march-30-2025 monthly 0.5 2025-03-26 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/c57e6770-f0e6-4b45-b92f-5383c75ef1fc/Sanctification.jpg Updates - Announcements, March 30, 2025 - Make it stand out “Why Sanctification Is Good News?” is the title for Pastor Joe’s message from Romans 6: 17 - 19. Join us at 10:30 AM to learn more about this “Church Word”. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/ec574168-6f94-48b6-b9c1-55dc6bad97f2/stories_songs.jpg Updates - Announcements, March 30, 2025 - Make it stand out This Evening at 6:00 PM, Stories and Songs is your opportunity to share a favorite song, poem, testimony, etc. Pastor Joe will continue his series on “What Does the Cross Have to Tell Us?” Youth Group will also meet. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/41b8ec97-a6cf-40e4-8be1-9b9cfa164dd3/Join+Us+Easter.jpg Updates - Announcements, March 30, 2025 - Make it stand out Saturday, April 19 will be an Egg Hunt in the Manchester Park! Activities start at 10:00 AM and the Egg Hunt starts at 11:00 AM. Bring your kids, grandkids, neighbor kids, or any other kids you might have around. On Easter Sunday, April 20, we will open the Resurrection Celebration with a Sunrise Service in the Sanctuary at 6:30 AM. You are then invited to join us for breakfast in the Fellowship Hall. Easter Morning Worship Service will begin at 10:30 AM, also in the sanctuary. We hope you can join us for some or all of the activities! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/a1e71497-529a-45c6-8844-b5b481cb7361/OCC+April.jpg Updates - Announcements, March 30, 2025 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-march-23-2025 monthly 0.5 2025-03-19 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/bb597592-ebfb-405f-879e-12d1666b371d/ChurchWords.jpg Updates - Announcements, March 23, 2025 - Make it stand out “How Do I Enjoy Being God’s Child?” JOIN US AT 10:30 AM as Pastor Joe brings his message based on John I: 12. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/496bc1d4-300d-4fe2-9027-eabffb286a5a/stories_songs.jpg Updates - Announcements, March 23, 2025 - Make it stand out Sunday, March 30 at 6:00 PM. A time for you to share your love of Christ through Song, testamony, favorite Bible verse or story. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/5ed4cada-b300-4791-8f2a-bc1b25fc5c83/What%27s+coming+up.jpg Updates - Announcements, March 23, 2025 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/20269f9f-2c36-44d3-869e-1b5eed87ab28/egg+hunt+poster.jpg Updates - Announcements, March 23, 2025 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/5e50d612-3060-42f3-9f16-136128f21361/Easter+poster+2025.jpg Updates - Announcements, March 23, 2025 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-march-16-2025 monthly 0.5 2025-03-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/4d1709ed-c0d5-4588-974f-bbb4a773d177/Red-winged-Blackbird.jpg Updates - Announcements, March 16, 2025 - Make it stand out Spring has officially arrived in Manchester, IL. The Red Winged Blackbirds are back! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/3ea8ccc8-5504-4fa3-80f4-02c73be8b98a/ChurchWords.jpg Updates - Announcements, March 16, 2025 - Make it stand out This week’s word is Propitiation and Pastor Joe’s message is titled “What Difference Does Propitiation Mean for Me?”. His message is based on Romans 3:25. Come join us at 10:30 AM and again at 6:00 PM when Pastor Joe will continue his series “What Does the Cross Have to Tell Us?” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/4489c6ad-c4d2-42ee-b4d2-9a14627a9fdf/Youth.jpg Updates - Announcements, March 16, 2025 - Make it stand out Our Youth will be attending this activity. All youth in the area are invited to join them. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/6c5b77fa-5aed-42e0-bfdd-e46f3f2352e7/Screenshot+%2855%29.jpg Updates - Announcements, March 16, 2025 - Make it stand out All men and boys are invited to attend! https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-march-9-2025 monthly 0.5 2025-03-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/6cebad97-1538-4b38-8ccf-3d7af783a36e/ChurchWords.jpg Updates - Announcements, March 9, 2025 - Make it stand out Pastor Joe will open this series with a message titled “What Does Justification Mean for Me?” based on Romans 4: 23 - 25. Join us at 10:30 AM Central Daylight Time for this message and at 6:00 PM for more about what the cross has to tell us. If you can’t attend in person, the Sunday morning message is posted on YouTube and Facebook each Monday and both the morning and evening services are usually availabe as a podcast. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/9d638ea3-663a-421b-9c65-b2b947fb11e1/Spring+Summer+Schedule+2025.jpg Updates - Announcements, March 9, 2025 - Make it stand out Here is a brief snapshot of activities coming up this spring and summer. Watch for more details as the times get closer! https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-march-2-2025 monthly 0.5 2025-02-28 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/46a46f05-a825-47d0-90ff-171e00f633c3/March.jpg Updates - Announcements, March 2, 2025 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/fc446b04-88e6-41ec-927f-9ae5811f1216/ChurchWords.jpg Updates - Announcements, March 2, 2025 - Make it stand out After a pause for Easter the Colossians Series will resume with Chapter 2. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/0c7f2131-9f43-453d-8b5b-82e19f3a3252/002.jpg Updates - Announcements, March 2, 2025 - Make it stand out Operation Christmas Child! Each month we collect different items to have when it is time to pack the shoeboxes and send them via Samaritan’s Purse to unreached children all over the world. This month we are especially collecting Clothing & Accessories. Suggestions are Cold weather items, Sunglasses, Bags, backpacks or purses, Hair Acessories, Hats, Wristwatches or Jewelry and Flashlights. Thank you for helping with this ministry! Last year we packes over 140 boxes and some of them went to Benin, West Africa. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-february-23-2025 monthly 0.5 2025-02-19 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/207e01b9-0f15-446c-a426-20626ab4a05f/Colossians.jpg Updates - Announcements, February 23, 2025 - Make it stand out Sunday morning at 10:30 am Pastor joe’s message, based on Colossians 1: 21 - 23, is titled “How Does God Tell My Story?” Come join us as we worship! At 6:00 PM we will hear more of What the Cross Has to Teach Us. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/1587752a-6821-481b-ba46-415a0c7893cd/What%27s+coming+up.jpg Updates - Announcements, February 23, 2025 - Make it stand out Monday, March 3 is Free Lunch Monday. We need a few batches of brownies, please. If you have the morning free, we welcome you to come help serve lunch to the high school students at Winchester, IL. Also on Monday, March 3 the Deacons will meet at 7:00 PM. Thursday, March 6 at 6:30 PM is Ladies Night Out. All ladies and teen girls are invited to share Food, Fellowship and Fun! Bring a friend! https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-february-16-2025 monthly 0.5 2025-02-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/53256795-0529-490f-87bc-0ab293eca07d/Baby+Bottle+Campaign.jpg Updates - Announcements, February 16, 2025 - Make it stand out The Baby Bottle Campaign to benefit the Pregnancy Resource Center ends this Sunday, February 16. Thank you to all who have filled bottles! If you still have bottles, either filled or empty, please return them to the church this Sunday or as soon as possible. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/f3f1f760-0fa9-4423-b533-424480a581cd/baptism+Sunday.jpg Updates - Announcements, February 16, 2025 - Make it stand out At the beginning of our Morning Worship this Sunday we will celebrate the baptism of one of the girls in our congregation. Join us as we follow Christ’s teaching in Matthew 28: 18-20 NIV. 18. Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. 19. Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20. and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/fbb5c2fb-5ad8-480c-93ac-58875993f16f/Colossians.jpg Updates - Announcements, February 16, 2025 - Make it stand out After taking a couple of Sundays off following the birth of baby Marilla Jane, Pastor Joe will resume his series on Colossians 1 with a message titled “What Gives Freedom from Fear and Guilt?” based on Colossians 1: 15-20. Join us at 10:30 AM for this message and at 6:00 PM when he will continue his series on “What Does the Cross Have To Tell US?” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/5c333273-304d-4248-9899-dd472432a479/Breakfast%26Bible+%28Presentation%29.jpg Updates - Announcements, February 16, 2025 - Make it stand out All men and teenage boys are invited to the Fellowship Hall at 7:00 AM where a couple of the men will be prearing a delicious breakfast for you to enjoy as you hear some strong Biblical teaching from Brandon Wahl, another member of our church. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-february-9-2025 monthly 0.5 2025-02-07 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/f3f3a241-f4fb-43ac-90f3-4e57574d21a9/Baby+Bottle+Campaign.jpg Updates - Announcements, February 9, 2025 - Make it stand out The Baby Bottle Campaign to benefit the Pregnancy Resource Center is in full swing Thank you to all who have filled bottles so far. The drive ends next week so please return your bottles by next Sunday, February 16. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/b477f0bd-d3a7-4ce7-838b-033cc71ddb1f/1thes-03_12.jpg Updates - Announcements, February 9, 2025 - Make it stand out Randy will be using 1 Thessalonians 4: 8 - 12 as his text during the morning service. Join us at 10:30 AM and 6 PM for his messages. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/5af93ca3-4239-4d13-a1a6-a988cf1e893f/Breakfast%26Bible+%28Presentation%29.jpg Updates - Announcements, February 9, 2025 - Make it stand out All men and boys are invited for this time of Good Food and Strong Bible Teaching. Come and bring a friend! Correction!! The Breakfast will begin at 7:00 AM! https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-february-2-2025 monthly 0.5 2025-01-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/48ac486d-2f8e-4497-aa48-9b4d15d4ede8/spotlight.jpg Updates - Announcements, February 2, 2025 - Make it stand out Missionary Spotlight 2 Chronicles 7:14 Then if my people who are called by my name will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, I will hear from heaven and will forgive their sins and restore their land. Richie and Missy Orick Richie and Missy were approved as missionaries to Wales in May 2008 but left the field in August 2012 for health reasons. They were reinstated in May 2016. They have been having good success and are reaching out to other areas in Wales. According to their latest prayer letter “we were blessed to witness over 30 receive Christ as Savior and 13 baptized throughout all our ministries in 2024”. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/8215d39f-e3cb-432d-a24a-a9e99f64fd2c/baby-bottle-bag.jpg Updates - Announcements, February 2, 2025 - Make it stand out The Baby Bottle Campaign to benefit the Pregnancy Resource Center is in full swing Thank you to all who have filled bottles so far. There are still bottles available for you to pick up and fill. The drive ends Feb. 16. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/52fefa1c-47dc-4bcb-a616-6fb4724af653/ladies-invited.jpg Updates - Announcements, February 2, 2025 - Make it stand out Come and bring a friend to the Fellowship Hall on Thursday, February 6 at 6:30 PM for an evening of food, fun, and fellowship! https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-january-26-2025 monthly 0.5 2025-01-22 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/aaf34906-7fd2-40f5-861d-5a230bbfe4fb/Colossians.jpg Updates - Announcements, January 26, 2025 - Make it stand out This week Pastor Joe’s message is based on Colossins 1: 9 - 14 and is titled “How Can I Walk Worthy of the Lord?”. Come join us at 10:30 for Morning Worship! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/d1795503-60a5-42a3-98d8-6e8bdddeaaab/What%27s+coming+up.jpg Updates - Announcements, January 26, 2025 - Make it stand out Our deacons will meet on Monday, February 3 at 7:00 PM. You may ask, what is a deacon? According to Article 2, Section 2D of our church constiturion “The church will have an ordained Deacon Board which is subject to the will of the church. It shall be the duty of the Deacons to assist the Pastor in the ordinances, to provide emblems for the Lord’s Supper, to use the alms of the church for the relief of the destiture and needy members, and to perform such other duties as the New Testament teaches. They shall aid the Pastor in all matters of discipline and in examinations of applicants for church membership. They will be watchful at all times to maintain the high spiritual level of the church, as referred to in the book of Acts chapter 6. The Deacon Board will be responsible for a supply pastor.” We are blessed to have a deacon board who meet these criteria and who get together and pray for the needs of our church family each month. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/9305f81f-ee00-453a-9530-ee8d5028f1de/Ladies+Night+Out.jpg Updates - Announcements, January 26, 2025 - Make it stand out Thursday, February 6 at 6:30 PM Ladies Night Out Join us for Food Fun and Fellowship https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-january-19-2025 monthly 0.5 2025-01-16 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/fef274ee-6435-476c-91d8-8e483681ddfe/Sanctity-of-Human-Life-banner-2.jpg Updates - Announcements, January 19, 2025 - Make it stand out As they do every year, the Pregnancy Resource Center has a Baby Bottle Campaign to raise funds to provide care and support to mothers and families. Baby Bottles are available on the back counter for you to fill with change, bills or checks. Please be praying about what God would have you do. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/81650823-f78b-41fe-bff9-df5348fc1b21/Colossians.jpg Updates - Announcements, January 19, 2025 - Make it stand out Be careful out there as there is still a lot of packed snow/ice in some places. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-january-12-2025 monthly 0.5 2025-01-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/eb529ffe-0abe-4014-9998-7038e16bfb38/snow.jpg Updates - Announcements, January 12, 2025 - Make it stand out This year got off to a snowy start so we had to cancel services last Sunday. We still have some piles of snow at the end of our parking area but unless we get a lot more snow we will have our regular church services this Sunday and Pastor Joe will cover the things he intended for this past Sunday. His message will be titled “How Do I Learn to Pray?” The text for this message is Matthew 8: 5 - 13 ESV. Come join us at 10:30 AM. We will abserve Communion at the end of the service! https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-january-5-2025 monthly 0.5 2025-01-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/27485f71-bfa4-4e33-bd08-0e1b1dcf7554/IMG_4247.jpg Updates - Announcements, January 5, 2025 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/e1c93847-9f8c-403d-ae46-37ade9308d05/IMG_4248.jpg Updates - Announcements, January 5, 2025 - Make it stand out Pastor Joe will kick this week off with a message titled “How Do I Learn to Pray?” The sermon text is Matthew 8: 5 – 13. Join us in praying! https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/christmas-eve-december-24-2024 monthly 0.5 2024-12-24 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/dff4d38c-c540-4f04-a6d9-c53c94f01cf0/Christmas+2020-49.jpg Updates - Christmas Eve, December 24, 2024 - Make it stand out Candlelight Christmas Eve Service Tonight at 6:00 PM! Come join us! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/a83df724-416f-49ef-abdb-0e74df9685c5/What%27s+coming+up.jpg Updates - Christmas Eve, December 24, 2024 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-december-22-2024 monthly 0.5 2024-12-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/9f1f06b6-d700-4eb1-b52f-f80dd59026f5/auditorium+Christmas.jpg Updates - Announcements, December 22, 2024 - Make it stand out Join us this Sunday morning at 10:30 AM for Pastor Joe’s message titled “Do You Worship What Everyone Else Worships?” based on Micah 5: 1 - 8. We will be singing old favorite Christmas hymns as well as some of the more recent ones. Sunday School begins at 9:30 AM with classes for all ages. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/698210d0-4193-49cf-8d11-0f95b2dbae57/stories_songs.jpg Updates - Announcements, December 22, 2024 - Make it stand out Sunday Evening we will open the floor for Christmas memories, favorite songs, poems or testemonies. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/3379f430-8919-4c29-ab20-afb3f2317e42/candlelight.jpg Updates - Announcements, December 22, 2024 - Make it stand out Join us for our Candlelight Christmas Eve Service at 6:00 PM on December 24. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/9637fe86-d7bd-4e99-9829-4336c1c03232/Mark+your+calendar+2.jpg Updates - Announcements, December 22, 2024 - Make it stand out Ladies Night Out is Jan. 2 at 6:30 PM. We will have a painting party. Let Rhonda know by Dec. 29 if you plan to attend so enough supplies will be available. Wednesday, January 8, 2025 6:30 PM Wednesday Meal Potluck 7:30 PM Annual Business meeting. Annual reports will be given. We will be voting for a new deacon and the slate of officers and teachers for the year 2025. Members please attend! https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-dec-8-2024 monthly 0.5 2024-12-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/4fa3e2b8-f115-4d5d-a294-d9ed89836eba/2024MBCchristmas.jpg Updates - Announcements, Dec 8, 2024 - Make it stand out Sunday morning’s message based on Isaiah 9: 1 - 7 will be titled “Where Do You Find Your Joy?” Come join us at 10:30 AM. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/0204af27-4578-4db9-b23f-71bad57f8c85/IMG_2796.jpg Updates - Announcements, Dec 8, 2024 - Make it stand out We will have a float in the Winchester Christmas Parade on Saturday, Dec. 7 at 6:30 PM. Bring a lawn chair and ride with us or watch and cheer us on. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/f03b7ab4-ce3f-40dc-8213-b8a1299ecd14/Cocoa+%26+Carols+2024.jpg Updates - Announcements, Dec 8, 2024 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-december-1-2024 monthly 0.5 2024-11-27 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/7fdaa8d0-b08f-4994-b21d-79a67209a366/2024MBCchristmas.jpg Updates - Announcements, December 1, 2024 - Make it stand out The wise men knew that a king was coming. The people knew a king was coming. King Herod knew a king was coming. How did they know? What would the king be like? This Christmas, we are going to look at what God said Christ would be and do. We will see what difference it makes to us that Jesus is king at Christmas. Come with us as we join the wise men seeking the king. This week we start at the beginning with Pastor Joe’s message titled “Are You Waiting on God this Christmas?”. The sermon text is Genesis 49: 8 - 12. Come join us at 10:30 Sunday morning or watch on YouTube on Monday or later. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-november-24-2024 monthly 0.5 2024-11-22 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/a2a9b672-ab4e-4693-b9e5-5f0bed419aff/horn-of-plenty.jpg Updates - Announcements, November 24, 2024 - Make it stand out Tusday, Nov. 26 at 6:30 PM is our annual Praise and Pie Fellowship. Come share your favorite Fall dessert and join us in praising God for all He has done this year. There will be no Wednesday Evening Bible Study this week. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/625b97c6-e7f7-42f9-86c8-51444c26a111/Ladies-Night-Out-001b.jpg Updates - Announcements, November 24, 2024 - Make it stand out Ladies are invited to be here Thursday, Dec. 5 at 6:30 PM for the Ladies Night Out, White Elephant Gift Exchange. Bring a White Elephant gift to exchange and your favorite Holiday snack or dessert to share. Be prepared for lots of laughs! We will be participating in the Winchester Christmas Parade again this year. The parade steps off from Daws parking lot at 6:30 PM on Saturday, Dec. 7. Come enjoy the fun! https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-november-17-2024 monthly 0.5 2024-11-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/d21874d7-398b-4f02-a375-33505667d7d1/IMG_4204.jpg Updates - Announcements, November 17, 2024 - Make it stand out Our Operation Christmas Child Packing Party was a great success. We packed a total of 141 boxes! Thanks so much to all who donated items and helped pack boxes. A special thanks to Andrea, Tom and Carol for all the extra work you have done throughout the year to make this such a success. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/1a81e318-215e-4816-b248-1dea9d3d5aa4/Mark+your+calendar+2.jpg Updates - Announcements, November 17, 2024 - Make it stand out Set asside some time during your busy holiday prep for the first of our ways to celebrate the Christmas Season! https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-november-10-2024 monthly 0.5 2024-11-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/4f411efd-7f69-4122-a76c-d39cf43de9f4/flag+veterans-day.jpg Updates - Announcements, November 10, 2024 - Make it stand out We are thankful for all our veterans and the sacrifices they all made to keep our country free! God Bless America! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/22774e67-3532-4668-aa26-0f145e213b10/OCC-Packing-Party-Header.png Updates - Announcements, November 10, 2024 - Make it stand out We will be packing Operation Christmas Child Boxes during Sunday School time this week. Join us at 9:30 AM to have some breakfast and help us pack all that has been accumulated this year. Everything will be furnished! https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-november-3-2024 monthly 0.5 2024-11-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/ddb0781d-26a8-4ba6-8c02-3a5b33f7e7d2/IMG_4148.jpg Updates - Announcements, November 3, 2024 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/fde10ceb-ae98-4a2c-b3eb-05152b9a3c3e/IMG_4154.jpg Updates - Announcements, November 3, 2024 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/b9d39694-4d9c-4899-ad28-cc90c368fede/IMG_4150.jpg Updates - Announcements, November 3, 2024 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/14c14d79-ef96-4816-8812-99e9f912d405/IMG_4157.jpg Updates - Announcements, November 3, 2024 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/957a61a0-c110-4e4e-bcf6-aea7f2678ebe/IMG_4163.jpg Updates - Announcements, November 3, 2024 - Make it stand out “As for me and my house, We will serve the Lord!” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/97903b6c-31c9-457d-abbc-ca17d9ced536/coming-up-this-week.png Updates - Announcements, November 3, 2024 - Make it stand out Deacons Meeting is Mon. Nov. 4 at 7:00 PM Ladies Night Out is Thurs, Nov. 7 at 6:30 PM Sat. Nov. 9 - Packing Party Prep Day Come any time between 9 and 5 to help organize and set up for the Packing Party. Sunday, Nov. 10 starting at 9:30 AM Operation Christmas Child Packing Party Everything Furnished, Breakfast Available! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/06cb1127-4056-45fc-a6fa-06e7d02b7afb/spotlight.jpg Updates - Announcements, November 3, 2024 - Make it stand out Spotlight on Missions! Living Alternatives, Pregnancy Resource Center: https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-october-27-2024 monthly 0.5 2024-10-23 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/b9f787b3-915f-4f9b-b00f-f228ad880386/I+am+the+vine.jpg Updates - Announcements, October 27, 2024 - Make it stand out Join us this Sunday Morning at 10:30 AM as we study John 15: 1 -10. Sunday evening we meet at 6:00 PM. The Youth will also meet at that time. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/8266fdb9-dd18-4e40-a49c-2c851a1a124c/trunk-or-treat-1.jpg Updates - Announcements, October 27, 2024 - Make it stand out Wednesday, Oct. 30 from 5:30 to 7:30 PM Trunk or Treat in the Manchester Park parking lot. Everyone invited! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/8178f722-1888-431a-9c3d-a421d680d26a/clocks+fall+back.jpg Updates - Announcements, October 27, 2024 - Make it stand out Remember to turn your clocks back Saturday Evening, Nov. 2. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/cd6f4135-dac0-48fe-baab-edda614e2640/IMG_3409.jpg Updates - Announcements, October 27, 2024 - Make it stand out Please have your donated items at the church by Sunday, November 3! https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-october-20-2024 monthly 0.5 2024-10-16 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/9a03ba19-3b82-47b8-a073-e8f8e386a5c9/I+am+the+way.jpg Updates - Announcements, October 20, 2024 - Make it stand out Join us Sunday Morning at 10:30 AM for Pastor Joe’s message titled, “How Do I Calm My Troubled Heart?” Sunday Evening at 6:00 PM we will learn more of what the cross has to teach us. The Youth Group will meet at the same time. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/ed254e2c-2ee1-42fc-b09b-8fe6fbc2d3cb/trunk+or+treat.png Updates - Announcements, October 20, 2024 - Make it stand out Come enjoy the fun at Manchester Baptist Church Trunk or Treat on Wednesday, October 30 from 5:30 to 7:30 PM. If you would like to set up you are welcome to do that too. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-october-13-2024 monthly 0.5 2024-10-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/ee2f3aab-ae9e-4768-99f4-c9c86a086de6/I-Am-the+Resurrection.jpg Updates - Announcements, October 13, 2024 - Make it stand out Join us at 10:30 AM Sunday morning. Pastor Joe will continue his "I AM" series with a message will be based on John 11: 21 - 27. We will observe Communion at the end of the service. Sunday Evening Worship and Youth Group both start at 6:00 PM. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/a2c949ba-4cb9-4e96-998c-79f0959cbf42/Family+Fall+Festival.png Updates - Announcements, October 13, 2024 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/48041cad-d4d8-4189-8218-776aed1f5a73/free-lunch.jpg Updates - Announcements, October 13, 2024 - Make it stand out Monday, October 28 we will be providing lunch to the kids at Winchester High School. We could use some more volunteers to serve the meal. Contact the church if you have questions. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/8ec5ee72-ec7b-40a2-a3b3-103f21e948d7/IMG_4114.jpg Updates - Announcements, October 13, 2024 - Make it stand out The community is invited to set up with us in the church parking lot. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-october-6-2024 monthly 0.5 2024-10-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/19295d10-1e2c-4078-915b-18feb6f6d178/new+sign+2024.jpg Updates - Announcements, October 6, 2024 - Make it stand out Pastor Joe and family are on vacation this week so speaking in his stead is Randy Cooper, one of our deacons. Randy will be the speaker during both the Sunday morning and evening service. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/3558c74c-81e4-41d1-8267-eb63bd5159c4/Mark+your+calendar+2.jpg Updates - Announcements, October 6, 2024 - Make it stand out Saturday, October 19 Family Fall Festivle Visit, Play Games, Weiner Roast We will eat at 5:00 PM Chili, soup and hotdogs & buns provided. Please bring desserts or other goodies to share. Wednesday, Oct. 30 from 5:30 to 7:30 PM Trunk or Treat You don’t have to decorate a car. If you just want to come pass out candy that is fine. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-september-29-2024 monthly 0.5 2024-09-25 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/d3d435df-34d1-4f9b-9eea-d62eee1ff577/Lord+is+my+Shepherd.jpg Updates - Announcements, September 29, 2024 - Make it stand out Today we continue the "I AM" series with the text of John 10. Pastor Joe's sermon title is "What Kind of Shepherd Is Jesus?" Join us for Worship Service at 10:30 AM. Tonight at 6:00 PM, we will sing some old favorite hymns and open the floor for you to give a testemony, sing a song or tell a favorite memory of what God has done for you. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/a895c041-ea90-49f3-a4c8-baca350fc46b/flu+shot+2.jpg Updates - Announcements, September 29, 2024 - Make it stand out On October 9 from 9 – 10 AM Scott County Health Department will be administering Flu Shots in the Fellowship Hall. Bring your insurance cards! Don’t be late because they have a busy schedule! https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-september-22-2024 monthly 0.5 2024-09-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/7e294b12-9c03-4adf-a9fb-f0d01a865279/%E2%80%9CI+AM%E2%80%9D.jpg Updates - Announcements, September 22, 2024 - Make it stand out At 10:30 Sunday morning, Pastor Joe will teach us about another "I AM" statement of Christ. The title of his message is "Who Leads God's People?". We will have no Sunday Evening Service this week! Instead you are invited to attend the Community Concert in Central Park in Jacksonville, IL. featuring Tasha Layton. Activities start at 4:30 PM with several local preformers and Tasha will take the stage at 6:15. Food trucks will be available. Take your lawn chairs! Thursday, September 26 at 6:30 PM the Ladies Bible Study “Women of Faith from the Old Testament” will feature Rahab. We hope you will join us. On Fifth Sundays, we do Sunday Evening Service a little differently. You will be given the oportunity to give your testemony, tell a little story about something that had an inpact on your life, read a poem or anything else the Lord lays on your heart. You may also just listen and enjoy singing some old favorite hymns. See you at 6:00 PM on Sunday, September 29 for "Stories and Songs". https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/5115d0c0-76d1-4cd9-a0f5-c7940826e936/Operation+Christmas+Child.gif Updates - Announcements, September 22, 2024 - Make it stand out We are collecting Games and Crafts for the OCC shoeboxes this month. Two more months and it will be Shoebox Packing Day! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/06168052-54b1-431e-8839-fc730fa2965f/business+meeting.jpeg Updates - Announcements, September 22, 2024 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-september-15-2024 monthly 0.5 2024-09-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/ff529dd1-a12f-4122-8125-463d64b7c3e0/%E2%80%9CI+AM%E2%80%9D.jpg Updates - Announcements, September 15, 2024 - Make it stand out This week's message, titled "How Should I Live in a Dark World?" is based on John 12. Join us at 10:30 Am for some answers to this question. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/43af9ebf-e3c1-41c3-a9ac-a23ba892e226/John-8-12-Again-therefore-Jesus-spoke-to-them-saying-I-am-the-light-of-the-world.jpg Updates - Announcements, September 15, 2024 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/5b812be5-c329-4d2d-a970-19162f915df7/Youth+Group+for+Facebook.jpg Updates - Announcements, September 15, 2024 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-september-8-2024 monthly 0.5 2024-09-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/5352b384-4761-4638-8bf6-d5fa73ce08b6/new+sign+2024.jpg Updates - Announcements, September 8, 2024 - Make it stand out Join us each Sunday morning at 10:30 AM and again at 6:00 PM for Worship Services. Sunday School is at 9:30 AM each week and we also have Wednesday evening Bible Study and Prayer at 6:30 PM. Youth Group meets at 6:00 PM on Sunday evening, https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/48590570-6399-41f1-a398-fb0bad6342ef/%E2%80%9CI+AM%E2%80%9D.jpg Updates - Announcements, September 8, 2024 - Make it stand out Bread. Light. Door. Shepherd. Resurrection. Way. Vine. Join us this fall as we hear Jesus explain who he is and what that means for each of us. Begining this week! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/1b22a5f6-c438-480f-bf09-7d3ac1c54956/Bonnie+and+Melissa+makeup+lesson+Sept+2024.jpg Updates - Announcements, September 8, 2024 - Make it stand out At Ladies Night Out this month we learned to apply makeup! Thanks Bonnie and Melissa for the entertaining lesson. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/4c3b2f27-a4ec-4b42-a067-7bda19a9c7fe/Work+Day.png Updates - Announcements, September 8, 2024 - Make it stand out Saturday, Sept. 21 at 8:00 AM Work Day at the Church We will be sprucing up outside and decluttering closets among other things. We Need You! https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-september-1-2024 monthly 0.5 2024-08-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/78ad4544-4743-4025-aa83-76feec4fbd02/Summer+in+the+Psalms.png Updates - Announcements, September 1, 2024 - Make it stand out For this, our last Summer in the Paslms message for this year, Pastor Joe will be speaking about "What Does Sickness Have to Teach Me?" based on Psalms 38. Join us at 10:30 AM. We will have no Evening Service this week. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/f303fe18-7c53-4f14-9bf9-e47f4eec7a6c/%E2%80%9CI+AM%E2%80%9D.jpg Updates - Announcements, September 1, 2024 - Make it stand out Bread. Light. Door. Shepherd. Resurrection. Way. Vine. Join us this fall as we hear Jesus explain who he is and what that means for each of us. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/388f8b00-214e-4134-b744-e6d283802555/Operation+Christmas+Child.jpg Updates - Announcements, September 1, 2024 - Make it stand out During the month of September we are collecting Games and Crafts for Operation Christmas Child shoe boxes! You are welcome to donate cash or other items at any time. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-august-25-2024 monthly 0.5 2024-08-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/506c75ec-bd2b-466d-aed8-608d9c8ca81d/Women+of+Faith.jpg Updates - Announcements, August 25, 2024 - Make it stand out Starting Thursday, August 29 at 6:30 PM, Ladies Bible Study “Women of Faith from the Old Testament”. Each Thursday night except first Thursday of each month when we have Ladies Night Out. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/285056de-a221-488e-a552-595a77829114/ladies-night-out.png Updates - Announcements, August 25, 2024 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-august-18-2024 monthly 0.5 2024-08-14 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/6d395f76-51a0-47d9-a7d2-0ea6d9a82d9d/Summer+in+the+Psalms.png Updates - Announcements, August 18, 2024 - Make it stand out “Which Way Will You Live?” Pastor Joe’s message at 10:30 AM based on Psalm 36 may help you decide. Come join us! https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-august-11-2024 monthly 0.5 2024-08-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/13571689-3fa3-43a7-be2c-b51935e39094/church+2020.jpg Updates - Announcements, August 11, 2024 - Make it stand out "All churches are epic successes full of the eternal, invincible quality of the kingdom of God when they treasure Jesus' gospel and follow him." Jared Wilson, The Pastor's Justification. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/d4194f14-1d4e-416e-a0a6-5bab5e03c72d/back-to-school-1.jpg Updates - Announcements, August 11, 2024 - Make it stand out Come join us Wednesday, August 21st at 2:30 PM for a Bus Stop Giveaway to start the school year. We are going to meet the bus at the park and give away popsicles. Please pray for all our students, teachers, aides, administrators, and school support staff. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-august-4-2024 monthly 0.5 2024-07-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/d0c9c21a-8d97-4beb-aeca-8479fc1f5a38/spotlight.jpg Updates - Announcements, August 4, 2024 - Make it stand out MISSION SPOTLIGHT https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-july-28-2024 monthly 0.5 2024-07-24 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/1cfa7fe9-ed1f-47ed-b69c-387306f1e26b/Summer+in+the+Psalms.png Updates - Announcements, July 28, 2024 - Make it stand out Join us this Sunday as Pastor joe continues his Summer in the Psalms series with a message based on Psalm 33, titled “What Is the Mightiest Power in Your Life?” https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-july-21-2024 monthly 0.5 2024-07-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/25b8fa21-fb2b-40bf-8daa-ab8c4c3a7074/IMG_8676.jpg Updates - Announcements, July 21, 2024 - Make it stand out Destination Dig Vacation Bible School is well underway! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/8bcdf124-fac8-49b3-9f70-a39c7419921b/IMG_3847.jpg Updates - Announcements, July 21, 2024 - Make it stand out Each day this year, a different, older member of our congregation is praying for us after the pledges to the flags and the Bible. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/90128ef0-0485-45b1-b1ad-1241cb87c704/IMG_3858.jpg Updates - Announcements, July 21, 2024 - Make it stand out Bible story about Jesus using mud to heal the blind man. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/10b95ad4-50a5-466f-87ce-f7b26589aae2/IMG_3901.jpg Updates - Announcements, July 21, 2024 - Make it stand out Fun games and crafts each day! Maybe these two are having too much fun? https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/0ba0a70b-13e8-48f2-9fec-042249c9c48f/IMG_3869.jpg Updates - Announcements, July 21, 2024 - Make it stand out Yummy snacks! https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-july-14-2024 monthly 0.5 2024-07-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/3dc04490-d4e5-4ff9-9f4f-98f0e6965bcf/Summer+in+the+Psalms.png Updates - Announcements, July 14, 2024 - Make it stand out This week’s message from Psalms 32 is titled “What Should Do When I Sin?” Come join us in a time of worship, praise, and learning starting at 9:30 for Sunday School, 10:30 for Morning Worship and again at 6:00 when Pastor Joe will continue his series, “The Cross Has Spoken”. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/568fa9c6-943e-4c26-9737-29387ab748b0/Destination+Dig.jpg Updates - Announcements, July 14, 2024 - Make it stand out We are excited to “Unearth the Truth about Jesus” this week at Vacation Bible School. We have classes, activities and fun for ages preschool to sixth grade, all at no expense to you. Bring or send the young people in your life! * * * * * * * https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/1dc09535-e403-4231-ad83-37bfc257996f/cover+pic.jpg Updates - Announcements, July 14, 2024 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-july-7-2024 monthly 0.5 2024-07-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/4c439654-5d47-455f-b9c3-d0e8d20bc104/spotlight.jpg Updates - Announcements, July 7, 2024 - Make it stand out Our Mission Spotlight this month is on Simon and Elizabeth Jacob. Simon is a native of Pakistan, who attended Baptist Bible College with his wife Elizabeth who is American. After college they went to Karachi, Pakistan where they have developed many ways of reaching out to the people in the area. They have been instrumental in the formation of various churches in Pakistan. Their older children are becoming church workers on their own. Corinthians 15: 58 Therefore, my dear brothers and sisters, stand firm. Let nothing move you. Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/935b8f22-7161-4cb4-acfe-e0710f6364f9/Tree.png Updates - Announcements, July 7, 2024 - Make it stand out Our Last day of Fun In the Park is Tuesday, July 9. Kids of all ages are invited to join us for Games and Refreshments from 10 am - 12 noon. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/47be4dfb-7526-4a4c-a91d-b829983f400a/Destination+Dig.jpg Updates - Announcements, July 7, 2024 - Make it stand out July 15 - 19 from 9 - 11 AM VBS for kids ages preschool through 6th grade. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-june-30-2024 monthly 0.5 2024-06-28 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/1c75b078-f0c3-4941-9206-7479f8d8a61d/Roger+Renner.jpg Updates - Announcements, June 30, 2024 - Make it stand out In Loving Memory of Roger Renner 1951 - 2024 Sadly we have lost another great asset to our church and community. Roger Renner was a deacon and Sunday School teacher as well as a friendly face and a person who was always ready with a funny quip. We offer our deepest sympathy to Peggy, Shannon, Jason and the rest of the family. Visitation is Friday, June 28 from 4:00PM - 7:00 PM at Daws Family Funeral Home, 657 N. Main, Winchester, IL 62694 and the funeral is tomorrow here at the church at 11:00 AM. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/1ebc9a2c-f9eb-48ed-8700-63fc862e0839/Destination+Dig.jpg Updates - Announcements, June 30, 2024 - Make it stand out Free Crafts, Recreation, Music, Bible Stories and Snacks from 9 - 11 AM each day. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-june-23-2024 monthly 0.5 2024-06-19 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/a61a2eae-0d8c-4241-8bfe-c33f89b7eb27/cross.jpg Updates - Announcements, June 23, 2024 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/c729deb0-09a6-40fa-862d-21bf35829aaf/Fun+in+Park+poster.jpg Updates - Announcements, June 23, 2024 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/26d484cc-d8c7-4c43-a4ee-292b670632a2/VBS+Poster+2024.jpg Updates - Announcements, June 23, 2024 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-june-16-2024 monthly 0.5 2024-06-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/95c54309-8891-4d96-a9b8-e1110b6866ae/Summer+in+the+Psalms.png Updates - Announcements, June 16, 2024 - Make it stand out This summer we return to the Psalms together. The Psalms are unlike much of the rest of the Bible. It's not stories to learn from, statements to believe, or lessons to apply. The Psalms invite us to sing, to bring our hopes and griefs, and get caught up in what God is doing. Join us! This Sunday morning’s message is based on Psalm 28 and is titled “How Do I Respond in Wicked Times?” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/b280982f-63cb-4e37-b0e9-fcd46abad5d3/Picture1.png Updates - Announcements, June 16, 2024 - Make it stand out “Fun in the Park” Coming Soon!! Games and Refreshments from 10 am - 12 noon. Tuesday, June 25 - Treasure Hunt Tuesday, July 2 - Chalk Drawing Contest Tuesday, July 9 - Bounce house https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/7e28c144-b5f8-4bb3-98ef-0df0e5bc5fd5/Destination+Dig.jpg Updates - Announcements, June 16, 2024 - Make it stand out July 15 - 19 from 9 - 11 AM VBS for kids ages preschool through 6th grade. Sunday evening July 21 at 6 PM will be a VBS wrap up program instead of evening service. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-june-9-2024 monthly 0.5 2024-06-05 https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-june-2-2024 monthly 0.5 2024-05-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/218763ab-2bf2-4e16-9ceb-140fd2b0452b/Philemon+Series.jpg Updates - Announcements, June 2, 2024 - Make it stand out Philemon is not simply a letter about what one man 2000 years ago should do with his slave who wronged him. It is a letter about how every Christian should apply the gospel to our lives and relationships. Join us as we answer the question "What should I do with the grace of God?" Today’s message titled “How Does Christ Change My Relationships?” is taken from Philemon verses 1 - 7. Join us at 10:30 AM. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/30d1bf0b-9556-4f1a-94fd-8b042692a6b6/spotlight.jpg Updates - Announcements, June 2, 2024 - Make it stand out Luke 24: 25 Then Jesus said to them, “You foolish people! You find it so hard to believe all that the profits wrote in scriptures.” Jacob and Makenzie Goble: The newest missionaries that we support are planting a church in Lebanon, IL, the home of McKendree University. They have been there for three years and are making headway in an area that had no evangelistic churches in the area. In April they purchased a building that will soon be their church meeting place. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/fec13ff6-b6eb-4254-84e5-6396e58e864a/Rhonda.jpg Updates - Announcements, June 2, 2024 - Make it stand out Saturday, June 8 from 2 - 4 PM Open House Retirement Celebration Honoring Rhonda Wahl in the Fellowship Hall. You are invited! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/d6b1cb44-d932-4140-bc96-91a5aa896670/Picture1.png Updates - Announcements, June 2, 2024 - Make it stand out COME JOIN US! FUN IN THE MANCHESTER COMMUNITY PARK Preschool through 6th grade. Tuesday June 25th - Treasure Hunt Tuesday July 2nd - Chalk Drawing Contest Tuesday July 9th - Surprise Fun Free Games & refreshments from 10:00-12:00. Bring a friend!! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/840cf2e5-292c-4f27-9aa0-9533fa47d637/vbs.jpg Updates - Announcements, June 2, 2024 - Make it stand out July 15 - 19 from 9 - 11 AM Classes for ages Preschool through 6th grade. Crafts, recreation, music, Bible stories and snacks. EVERYTHING IS FREE! EVERYONE IS WELCOME! https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-may-12-2024-span-classsqsrte-text-color-custom-stylecolor-rgb234-13-13happy-mothers-dayspan monthly 0.5 2024-05-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/494ae6e5-46f4-497f-bc2e-0e3488f87c08/Mark+your+calendar+2.jpg Updates - Announcements, May 12, 2024 <span class="sqsrte-text-color--custom" style="color: rgb(234, 13, 13)">Happy Mother’s Day</span> - Make it stand out May 27 at 10:00 AM Memorial Day Service at the Cemetery June 1 from 5 - 7 PM Pork Chop Supper to benefit the Manchester Cemetery https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-may-5-2024 monthly 0.5 2024-05-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/546584f5-e982-456b-a9e5-09182b0ffad8/guest+speaker.jpg Updates - Announcements, May 5, 2024 - Make it stand out Today We Welcome Richard Nations! Richard is the Association Mission Strategist for the Sandy Creek Baptist Association. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/1e6a83e1-0bd0-44c4-8731-523f97f10962/banana-split.jpg Updates - Announcements, May 5, 2024 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-april-28-2024 monthly 0.5 2024-04-24 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/6305487c-d995-4182-aa64-51e03bf81ce5/Ezra.jpg Updates - Announcements, April 28, 2024 - Make it stand out Sunday morning’s message is titled “How Do I Live While I Am Waiting?” and is based on Ezra chapter 7. Sunday evening we will continue studying the book of Jude. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/c55fe20e-a96e-4b6d-b224-3c9686b3ce19/Day-of-Prayer.jpg Updates - Announcements, April 28, 2024 - Make it stand out Thursday, May 2 is World Day of Prayer! Our church doors will be unlocked from 5:30 AM to around 8:00 PM. You are encouraged to come and pray at the altar. There will be lists of suggested prayer requests. Come take advantage of this privilege we have. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/95e0afe9-be2e-4619-a004-aa53769e58b9/Guest+Speaker.jfif Updates - Announcements, April 28, 2024 - Make it stand out Sunday May 5 , Richard Nations will be our Guest Speaker while Pastor Joe is on vacation. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-april-21-2024 monthly 0.5 2024-04-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/bcfcb664-85f2-4ac3-8cf7-56a9c1acdd1c/Ezra.jpg Updates - Announcements, April 21, 2024 - Make it stand out This Sunday at 10:30 AM Pastor Joe will continue his Ezra Series with a message titled “How Does God’s Character Change Tuesday’s Worries?”. This message is based on Ezra chapters 5 & 6. Sunday evening at 6:00 PM we will continue the study of the book of Jude. Come join us! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/57eeaa12-6901-42ba-a43c-0729642c6925/clean+up+day.jpg Updates - Announcements, April 21, 2024 - Make it stand out Saturday, April 27 at 9:00 AM Come enjoy the fellowship as you help with some chores around the church. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-april-14-2024 monthly 0.5 2024-04-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/88a1b574-005b-4b1e-ad7c-cb2c0d93b410/Ezra.jpg Updates - Announcements, April 14, 2024 - Make it stand out Ezra is the story of God's people returning, rebuilding, and renewing. Join us as we learn that God doesn't give up on his people or his promises. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/2d222727-203d-4cb5-a4b2-1f4d8ee41a20/bible-digging.jpg Updates - Announcements, April 14, 2024 - Make it stand out Dig Deeper into the Bible! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/e64a57fa-18ed-41e6-a043-a7db029410e0/Westfait+Buffett.jpg Updates - Announcements, April 14, 2024 - Make it stand out Help Support Westfair Christian Academy and enjoy a great meal! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/b3534908-e034-408c-bd13-36ad5024add8/vbs.jpg Updates - Announcements, April 14, 2024 - Make it stand out Dates are set! This year VBS will be held from July 15 through 19 from 9 - 11 AM. ~~~~~ Lead up activities will be held the three preceding Tuesdays from 11 - 12 noon in the park. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/easter-sunday-worship-announcements-march-31-2024 monthly 0.5 2024-03-28 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/89c02092-bbb5-426f-9f55-16b58af812c6/Easter+weekend.jpg Updates - Easter Sunday Worship Announcements, March 31, 2024 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/1dbd51a6-7e64-4e32-b0ba-bd19e7e252c5/Ezra.jpg Updates - Easter Sunday Worship Announcements, March 31, 2024 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-march-24-2024-palm-sunday monthly 0.5 2024-03-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/39e51a74-0d4a-44d5-a12c-4d9cae2692f4/Egg+Hunt+4.png Updates - Announcements, March 24, 2024, Palm Sunday - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/61d57223-b248-49e2-b41c-b0a5e990b645/Blue+Gradient+Religious+He+Is+Risen+Easter+Sunday+Instagram+Post.png Updates - Announcements, March 24, 2024, Palm Sunday - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-march-17-2024 monthly 0.5 2024-03-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/38af10d8-519a-403d-b74b-12c3734230af/Mark+Easter.jpg Updates - Announcements, March 17, 2024 - Make it stand out This week, Pastor Joe continues his Easter series with a message titled “Who or What Do I Really Worship at Easter?” taken from Mark 15: 1 - 20. We hope you can join us each Sunday at 10:30 AM. Sunday evening at 6:00 PM we will continue our study of 3 John. Wednesday evenings during Bible Study we are working our way through the Book of Romans. We start at 6:30 PM on Wednesdays. * * * * * * * https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/e9c99dc1-783d-4893-9deb-adefddbc5b01/Egg+Hunt+4.png Updates - Announcements, March 17, 2024 - Make it stand out We still need volunteers for all categories of the Egg Hunt. Come join the fun!! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/7c2cd775-d8d9-426b-a68c-590c41e8cddf/Blue+Gradient+Religious+He+Is+Risen+Easter+Sunday+Instagram+Post.png Updates - Announcements, March 17, 2024 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-march-10-2024 monthly 0.5 2024-03-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/d53ee0ec-c9f9-4089-8a29-7817ccd02445/Mark+Easter.jpg Updates - Announcements, March 10, 2024 - Make it stand out The Bible spends more space on the week Jesus died that any year before. This March, we are going to slow down to see why. We are going to pay attention to what happens on Thursday, Friday, and Sunday in the Gospel of Mark. We need to know why that week matters so much. This week Pastor Joe’s message is titled “How Does Thursday Help Me Face My Worries?” and is based on Mark 14: 12 - 25. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/936a5a06-0275-453d-bcd0-976b942e9344/Esther+Bible+Study.jpg Updates - Announcements, March 10, 2024 - Make it stand out All ladies are invited us to join in the study of the book of Esther on Thursday, March 14 at 6:30 PM Rhonda’s request - “Please read Ezra, chapters 6 & 7 as well as Esther, chapter 3 before Thursday, if possible.” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/6818c028-b4f6-447f-9a3c-edbac02234b2/Blue+Gradient+Religious+He+Is+Risen+Easter+Sunday+Instagram+Post.png Updates - Announcements, March 10, 2024 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-march-3-2024 monthly 0.5 2024-02-28 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/c69f97a7-24c6-49f7-b114-9feb9e77340d/Mark+Easter.jpg Updates - Announcements, March 3, 2024 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/6894b91c-3895-4f50-80ba-790edc3745b3/Egg+Hunt+4.png Updates - Announcements, March 3, 2024 - Make it stand out _________________ https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/08c9d46c-d56d-4f1b-9e3a-6a7fe64ee2c5/Easter+2024.jpg Updates - Announcements, March 3, 2024 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-february-25-2024 monthly 0.5 2024-02-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/ad8f69ca-c01f-46aa-9152-0880a0bd44a8/Baby+Bottle+Campaign.jpg Updates - Announcements, February 25, 2024 - Make it stand out Thank you for your donations to the Baby Bottle Campaign to benefit the Pregnancy Resource Center. If you haven’t returned your bottles, please do so as soon as possible. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/81b88c64-afd8-4721-b509-623d377a3b52/Egg+Hunt+4.png Updates - Announcements, February 25, 2024 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-february-18-2024 monthly 0.5 2024-02-14 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/fd93882a-5928-4edd-bacc-95a1e3c10a1d/Pastor+Joe.jpg Updates - Announcements, February 18, 2024 - Make it stand out This Sunday, Pastor joe’s message is titled “How Do I Live Under Grace?”. His scripture reference is Galatians 5: 13 - 26. Sunday evening we will continue the study of 2 John. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/ee37d469-e333-4f27-a85f-53ce6c874502/Pink+Yellow+Cute+Illustrated+Easter+Egg+Hunt+Flyer+crop.jpg Updates - Announcements, February 18, 2024 - Make it stand out More info soon! Can you help? https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-february-11-2024 monthly 0.5 2024-02-07 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/b6a36c04-cf93-45bb-9f7d-4650bfabe735/Galatians+series.png Updates - Announcements, February 11, 2024 - Make it stand out “What threatens every church, every generation, every home, and every Christian? What tries to distort, trouble, and distract you? Join us this winter as we study Galatians and find that there is only one gospel that saves, protects, empowers, and changes us.” This Sunday morning, Pastor Joe’s message is titled “Am I Following the Right Directions?” based on Galatians 5: 1 - 12. Join us at 10:30 AM. Sunday Evening at 6:00 PM we will continue the study of 2 John. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/6ae2a281-407b-4b8e-95fb-64c7a3dddb41/living+alternatives.jpg Updates - Announcements, February 11, 2024 - Make it stand out Have you picked up a Baby Bottle to fill with cash or checks for the benefit of the Pregnancy Resource Center? This is one of their major fund raisers each year. The campaign ends February 25. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/0e8912f5-953e-4b15-815f-1450f0d6f293/Put+this+on+Calendar.gif Updates - Announcements, February 11, 2024 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-january-21-2024 monthly 0.5 2024-01-19 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/5f5e53b1-7766-4762-b907-1ac1c303d323/Galatians+series.png Updates - Announcements January 21, 2024 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/734d16e1-67c6-46dc-a77f-bf0556c9b437/bible-digging.jpg Updates - Announcements January 21, 2024 - Make it stand out Here are the updated Scripture References for the Galatians Series. January 28 – Galatians 3 / February 4 – Galatians 4 / February 11 – Galatians 5:1 - 12 / February 18 – Galatians 5:13 - 26 / February 25 – Galatians 6:1 - 10 / March 3 – Galatians 6:11 - 18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/3f44c930-4ab7-49d9-b1a7-1108dff5e6c4/free-lunch.jpg Updates - Announcements January 21, 2024 - Make it stand out We could use some help serving the kids at Winchester on Monday, January 22. You can meet at the church or go directly to the first Baptist Church in Winchester. Cookies are also needed. If you could donate two dozen cookies or brownies, (individually bagged) it would be appreciated. Bring them to MBC Sunday, please. We usually serve over 100 students! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/18b8e082-5a28-475d-8cea-d5256955f398/Baby+Bottle+Campaign.jpg Updates - Announcements January 21, 2024 - Make it stand out The Pregnancy Resource Center Baby Bottle Campaign is going on now. The money goes for 1) material for the HOPE Mentor Program, 2) Further education for all Clients, and 3) Impacting Families for lifelong change. Pick up your bottle at the church, fill it with change bills or checks and return it by February 25. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/special-announcement monthly 0.5 2024-01-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/04230a67-328b-46b6-9cfc-7fa40f5bbe15/freezing+cold.jpg Updates - Special Announcement!! - Make it stand out Due to the extreme weather, Manchester Baptist Church is canceling all services for tomorrow, January 14! https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-january-14-2024 monthly 0.5 2024-01-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/f4396e66-179e-4951-ad87-6d5d0de3ff08/Galatians+series.png Updates - Announcements, January 14, 2024 - Make it stand out Some have expressed an interest in having the scripture reference for each week’s message. Here is a list for the Galatians Series. January 7 – Galatians 1:1 - 10 / January 14 – Galatians 1:11 - 2:21 / January 21 – Galatians 3 / January 28 – Galatians 4 / February 4 – Galatians 5:1 - 12 / February 11 – Galatians 5:13 - 26 / February 18 – Galatians 6:1 - 10 / February 25 – Galatians 6:11 - 18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/ec2c7cd0-6095-4902-b5ed-6e8f1a02589b/Baby+Bottle+Campaign.jpg Updates - Announcements, January 14, 2024 - Make it stand out The Pregnancy Resource Center Baby Bottle Campaign starts next week. Pick up your bottle at the church starting next week! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/c2b51b5b-29fa-4bdc-b31f-c71c1db24f8a/Attention.png Updates - Announcements, January 14, 2024 - Make it stand out We will be serving Free Lunch Monday for the students at Winchester High School on January 22. Contact the church if you would like to get involved in this ministry! https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-january-7-2024 monthly 0.5 2024-01-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/d1de1a43-c367-4a8e-bf4c-1fcb63d25f3e/Galatians+series.png Updates - Announcements, January 7, 2024 - Make it stand out What threatens every church, every generation, every home, and every Christian? What tries to distort, trouble, and distract you? Join us this winter as we study Galatians and find that there is only one gospel that saves, protects, empowers, and changes us. Pastor Joe’s first message in the Galatians series is titled “What Wins God’s Approval?” based on Galatians 1: 1-10. We invite you to join us at 10:30 AM for Morning Worship and at 6:00 PM when we will be continuing our study of 1 John. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/de56a49d-617d-4870-a11a-ee9bddb8548f/Cooper+Neal.jpg Updates - Announcements, January 7, 2024 - Make it stand out We want to recognize and thank Neal Cooper for his many years of service as the church treasurer. Job Well Done!! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/95cbcef5-f791-4bab-ad55-46570dec449e/free-lunch.jpg Updates - Announcements, January 7, 2024 - Make it stand out January 22 is our next turn to provide Free Lunch Monday for the students at Winchester High School. They are in need of a few more helpers. See the Campbells, the Bentons, or the Blakeys if you are interested. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-december-31-2023 monthly 0.5 2023-12-27 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/a161b31b-f9eb-430a-acc9-7f0392f8bae4/Immanuel+God+with+Manchester.jpg Updates - Announcements, December 31, 2023 - Make it stand out Pastor Joe will be completing his “Immanuel: God with Manchester” series of messages today, using Matthew 28: 16 - 20 as his scripture reference. Next week he will start a new series titled, “Galatians: Only One Gospel” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/e4b2974b-7f17-4135-8682-841b3334f23b/business+meeting.jpeg Updates - Announcements, December 31, 2023 - Make it stand out Wednesday, January 3 at 6:30 PM Wednesday Meal Potluck followed at 7:30PM by our Annual Business Meeting. Annual reports will be given and we will vote on the new slate of Officers, Teachers, and Committees. Please attend! This is your opportunity to have a part in planning what is going on in your church. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/35e8d293-6d4f-4355-9c90-53eb805feeb5/Ladies-Night-Out-001b.jpg Updates - Announcements, December 31, 2023 - Make it stand out Join us on Thursday, January 4 at 6:30 PM for food, fun and fellowship for all ladies. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-december-24-2023 monthly 0.5 2023-12-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/ac495b2d-479f-444f-b0f1-067462877d39/Bethlehem+Merry+Christmas+-+16x9.jpg Updates - Announcements, December 24, 2023 - Make it stand out We hope you can join us on Christmas Eve Day! We will have Sunday School at 9:30 AM and Christmas Worship Service at 10:30 AM! Pastor Joe’s message, “When Do-It-Yourself Doesn’t Work at Christmas” is based on Matthew 1: 15 - 25. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/a5764ca9-8b79-4829-b4b7-2f571477d841/candlelight.jpg Updates - Announcements, December 24, 2023 - Make it stand out Sunday evening at 6:00 PM will be our Candlelight Christmas Eve Service. Come celebrate the birth of Christ with us! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/e2f0efb5-72a1-41f9-86fc-a3dfcf9b8b13/Ladies-Night-Out-001b.jpg Updates - Announcements, December 24, 2023 - Make it stand out Thursday, January 4 at 6:30 PM Ladies Night Out Food, fun and fellowship for all ladies. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/de89e1ba-eef4-40d2-9cb6-1481dc226fd6/Social-Media-4.jpg Updates - Announcements, December 24, 2023 - Make it stand out Have a question? You may contact us in the following ways: Mail: P.O. Box 137, Manchester, IL 62663 Email: manchesterbaptistchurch@yahoo.com Check out past sermons on: YouTube: Manchester Baptist Church Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ManchesterBaptistChurchIL Website: www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com Many of Pastor Joe’s sermons are also available on podcasts. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-december-17-2023 monthly 0.5 2023-12-14 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/8375f219-6fd7-47a3-84ba-a1b4b40637b0/IMG_3344.JPG Updates - Announcements, December 17, 2023 - Make it stand out Join us Sunday Morning at 10:30 AM for Pastor Joe’s message, “How Does Christmas Drive Out Fear?” based on Isaiah 35. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/2969d6f2-8680-47c8-9008-5e655c812e2d/stories_songs.jpg Updates - Announcements, December 17, 2023 - Make it stand out Sunday Evening at 6:00 PM we invite you to tell us your favorite Christmas stories and enjoy singing some Christmas songs. Hope to see you here! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/553f4758-e1ce-4b76-935b-cc73381e110a/candlelight.jpg Updates - Announcements, December 17, 2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-december-10-2023 monthly 0.5 2023-12-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/02eee057-3f72-4fb8-bdc4-c8302701fb85/Immanuel+God+with+Manchester.jpg Updates - Announcements, December 10, 2023 - Make it stand out Pastor Joe’s sermon text this week is 1 Kings 8. His message is titled “When am I Allowed to be Near God?” Join us at 10:30 AM for this message! Sunday Evening we will continue the study of 1 John at 6:00 PM https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/ac71edae-e0f4-49f4-a463-f777146e235b/Cocoa+%26+Carols.jpg Updates - Announcements, December 10, 2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/e7926f32-6398-4d17-a104-9902bb1b5d13/Christmas+2020-29.jpg Updates - Announcements, December 10, 2023 - Make it stand out Sunday, December 24 Sunday School at 9:30 AM and Worship Service at 10:30 AM as usual. Candlelight Christmas Eve Service at 6:00 PM https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-december-3-2023 monthly 0.5 2023-11-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/e5f623cc-7ae7-4976-8e35-232ffd8ff305/Immanuel+God+with+Manchester.jpg Updates - Announcements, December 3, 2023 - Make it stand out This mornings message based on Exodus 19 is titled “What Do I Need to be Near God?” Come join us as we celebrate this Christmas Season! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/b12d6214-1fc8-4b10-99de-cf7684b2d093/shake+hands+1.jpg Updates - Announcements, December 3, 2023 - Make it stand out Welcome Team Members Are Needed! If you are interested, meet in front of the sanctuary following this morning’s service. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/f624732d-f2d9-4437-8c3e-f9ab21d38de1/Ladies+Night+Out.jpg Updates - Announcements, December 3, 2023 - Make it stand out Thursday, December 7 at 6:30 PM Come enjoy our White Elephant Gift Exchange! Supper provided! Bring your favorite Christmas Dessert or Snack to share. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/0c5b3916-2145-4b4f-bd64-13e8c5bfbdee/Cocoa+%26+Carols.jpg Updates - Announcements, December 3, 2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-november-26-2023 monthly 0.5 2023-11-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/404faefc-858e-4346-a539-91b74ea9e626/Immanuel+God+with+Manchester.jpg Updates - Announcements, November 26, 2023 - Make it stand out This week at 10:30 AM, Pastor Joe will kick off the Christmas Season with his new series, “Immanuel, God with Manchester”. This weeks message will be based on Genesis 3. Come enjoy some good old Christmas Carols and a good message. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/7a1bdd58-89f8-4f94-99c0-aeec2acee3a2/its-beginning-to-look-a-lot-like-christmas.jpg Updates - Announcements, November 26, 2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/9fb395a2-1c4b-4178-aa95-7c5448586386/Ladies-Night-Out-001b.jpg Updates - Announcements, November 26, 2023 - Make it stand out Thursday, December 7 at 6:30 PM All Ladies Invited! Bring a friend! We will have supper provided but bring your favorite Christmas Dessert or Snack to share. Our annual White Elephant Gift Exchange is always a time of laughter and fellowship! Come Join Us! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/7377f0bf-7436-485b-8673-3ee506bee1fa/Screenshot+%2819%29.jpg Updates - Announcements, November 26, 2023 - Make it stand out Here is our complete Holiday Schedule! https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-november-12-2023 monthly 0.5 2023-11-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/e0b3bed1-6f7b-435e-bf52-66ff63e75351/IMG_3414.jpg Updates - Announcements, November 12, 2023 - Make it stand out We are excited to have 93 boxes packed so far for Operation Christmas Child! All boxes need to be back to the church by this Sunday, November 12. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/347810d1-e3a1-4058-951a-b874a42dae18/John17.jpg Updates - Announcements, November 12, 2023 - Make it stand out Join us at 9:30 AM for Sunday School and 10:30 AM for Pastor Joe’s message this week titled, “How Will the World Decide About Jesus?”. It is based on John 17: 20 - 23. Sunday Evening at 6:00 PM we will continue the study of 1 John. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/1982e28a-fd92-48c0-a165-70a66ff027a3/2+%2823%29.jpg Updates - Announcements, November 12, 2023 - Make it stand out Our Mission Spotlight will be on the Unreached People Groups in China. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/5c2496c7-e0fe-4a65-807a-89c1179284c6/Save+the+date.jfif Updates - Announcements, November 12, 2023 - Make it stand out November 22 at 6:30 PM. Pie and Praise Fellowship December 2, Winchester Christmas Parade. We need donations of candy to pass out and people to walk in the parade and pass it out. See someone in the Youth Group if you can help. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-november-5-2023 monthly 0.5 2023-11-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/52fcc2f8-8468-4cb7-9f6d-de4f36e07078/IMG_2334+%282%29.jpg Updates - Announcements, November 5, 2023 - Make it stand out Come help us pack Operation Christmas Child Shoeboxes during Sunday School time; 9:30 - 10:15 AM. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/563da50f-f130-4cb3-b7f0-d54da3126451/Mark+your+calendar.jfif Updates - Announcements, November 5, 2023 - Make it stand out Tuesday, November 21 at 6:30 PM Pie and Praise Fellowship No Wednesday Evening Bible Study this week. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-october-29-2023 monthly 0.5 2023-10-27 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/fbb7ab9a-a959-4a4e-a7ce-71a479062245/John17.jpg Updates - Announcements, October 29, 2023 - Make it stand out Sunday morning at 10:30 AM, Pastor Joe’s message is titled “Why Is Jesus’ Going Away Good News?”. Join us as we study John 17: 6 - 12. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/21e52a1c-2c65-41d7-9e6e-c76d01616c65/clocks+fall+back.jpg Updates - Announcements, October 29, 2023 - Make it stand out Don’t forget to change your clocks! Saturday night November 4 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/e6ca9d39-c2a2-4b21-8bba-b0784197f78c/IMG_2747.jpg Updates - Announcements, October 29, 2023 - Make it stand out Sunday, November 5, 9:30 AM Pack-A-Shoebox Party - In the Fellowship Hall Items will be available for you to pack in shoeboxes or you may help the children. Everyone is invited to participate but Adult Classes will be available as usual if you prefer. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-october-22-2023 monthly 0.5 2023-10-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/af8772eb-e6ae-4903-a036-b1733fe9c832/wiener+roast.jpg Updates - Announcements, October 22, 2023 - Make it stand out Sunday, Oct. 22 starting at 4:00 PM Family Fall Festival Enjoy Games for the Kids & Fellowship for the Adults! Invite Your Friends! We will eat at 5:30 PM. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/dbe3bddc-7bb3-4bbd-b69e-3740b9ca40ad/trunk+or+treat.jpg Updates - Announcements, October 22, 2023 - Make it stand out Join us for the fun! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/67e3a580-fc59-44d4-902d-e14acf0c658c/free-lunch.jpg Updates - Announcements, October 22, 2023 - Make it stand out Monday, October 30 We will be providing Free Lunch Monday for Winchester High School! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/ab2df8e0-5a41-43e7-b42b-16202d23d1ba/shoebox.jpg Updates - Announcements, October 22, 2023 - Make it stand out Sunday, November 5, 9:30 AM Help us pack boxes at the Pack-A-Shoebox Party in the Fellowship Hall! https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-october-15-2023 monthly 0.5 2023-10-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/aac2de0c-bceb-4a92-ac0c-99a5d46dd151/fire.jpg Updates - Announcements, October 15, 2023 - Make it stand out Family Fall Festival Sunday Oct. 22 starting at 4:00 PM Bring a lawn chair and dessert to share. Enjoy Games for the Kids & Fellowship for the Adults! Invite Your Friends! We will eat at 5:30 PM. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/a2384c92-49e2-425e-a394-9ce32101c8e8/trunk+or+treat.jpg Updates - Announcements, October 15, 2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-october-8-2023 monthly 0.5 2023-10-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/92216057-d4d2-4290-956c-cd1a1989be1d/guest+speaker.jpg Updates - Announcements, October 8, 2023 - Make it stand out Our guest speaker this Sunday at 10:30 AM and 6:00 PM is Richard Nations, the Association Mission Strategist for Sandy Creek Baptist Association. Come join us!! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/5c4a1e0a-c013-4867-9661-508a8dfda9d3/church+tree+2.jpg Updates - Announcements, October 8, 2023 - Make it stand out Fall Is Coming! Remember, Flu Shots will be available in the Fellowship Hall Wednesday, October 11 from 9-10 AM. Bring your insurance card and don’t be late! The nurses are on a tight schedule. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-october-1-2023 monthly 0.5 2023-09-27 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/ffd56ed4-09de-41c2-a982-0e8b00bd4bbe/communion+1.jpg Updates - Announcements, October 1, 2023 - Make it stand out Join us this Sunday morning at 10:30 AM for Pastor Joe’s message titled ”How Do I improve My Relationships at Home?” based on Ephesians 6. We will observe Communion at the end of the service. In the evening, during our service starting at 6:00 PM, we will continue our study of 1 John. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/0b90628b-cb62-41fd-9693-f15fe20f6d28/coming-up-this-week.png Updates - Announcements, October 1, 2023 - Make it stand out Mon, Oct. 2 at 7:00 PM The Deacons will meet. Wed, Oct. 4 starting at 6:30 PM Fellowship Potluck Meal followed at 7:30 PM by Quarterly Business Meeting Thurs, Oct. 5 at 6:30 PM Ladies Night Out! Come join us for a furnished meal, fun and fellowship! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/b5d58eec-f264-4769-b6ec-75e9ba89e109/Save+the+Date.jpg Updates - Announcements, October 1, 2023 - Make it stand out Wed, Oct. 11 from 9-10 AM Flu Shots available in the Fellowship Hall. Bring your insurance card and don’t be late. Sun. Oct. 22 starting at 4:00 PM Family Fall Festival - Bring a lawn chair and dessert to share. Enjoy Games for the Kids & Fellowship for the Adults! Invite Your Friends! We will eat at 5:30 PM. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-september-24-2023 monthly 0.5 2023-09-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/922ebb11-0dbb-4e64-a2f6-19fa7013e011/Sunday.png Updates - Announcements, September 24, 2023 - Make it stand out This Sunday morning’s message, a continuation of the Hope series, is titled “What Does the Gospel Have to Do with My Family?”. The scripture reference is Ephesians 2: 1 - 10. Sunday evening’s message is titled “How to Pray a Gospel Centered Prayer?” We hope you will join us in person or will check Youtube or Facebook on Monday for these messages. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/0282858f-07fd-4fbe-8c4e-96e558840b83/theme.jpg Updates - Announcements, September 24, 2023 - Make it stand out We celebrate with the people of Rooted Community Church in Lebanon, IL as they celebrate their First Anniversary as a church! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/5636d8fe-7bb2-4ba6-b036-36e16c3726ad/Screenshot+%2813%29.jpg Updates - Announcements, September 24, 2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-september-17-2023 monthly 0.5 2023-09-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/05dc19c1-ebcf-41d6-b253-e6d8427a71c7/Living+Stones.jpg Updates - Announcements, September 17, 2023 - Make it stand out If you are an adult who has not previously been attending Sunday School, Stanley and Cathy Jo Wahl may have just the class for you. Join them at 9:30 for this new class. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/af770c96-3e97-4c12-9ca8-a96b58ff69d5/HopeSLIDE.jpg Updates - Announcements, September 17, 2023 - Make it stand out This week’s message in the “Hope” series is titled “How Do I Get Wisdom from My Relationships?” and is based on Proverbs 1: 7 - 9. Services start at 10:30 AM. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/b6f38dd1-327e-4548-baea-26dd2f7baa03/Save+the+Date.jpg Updates - Announcements, September 17, 2023 - Make it stand out Scott County Health Dept. will be offering Flu Shots on Wed. Oct. 11 from 9 to 10 AM. in our Fellowship Hall. Don’t be late! https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-september-10-2023 monthly 0.5 2023-09-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/e804f23f-0d02-490e-af89-0750f0c23d0e/Ladies+Night+Out.jpg Updates - Announcements, September 10, 2023 - Make it stand out Thursday Evening, September 7 at 6:30 PM. Ladies, come for an evening of food, fun and fellowship! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/779eb3f6-de4c-4c7e-a06d-9a23cb4f0ffa/HopeSLIDE.jpg Updates - Announcements, September 10, 2023 - Make it stand out Home. It holds the greatest joys and sometimes the deepest hurts. It is where our real self shows up and bumps up against other real selves. At home, we face selfishness, doubt, and anger. All of us need forgiveness and need to forgive. Single or married; children or none; young or old. What good news is there for your home? What hope does God have for you? Join us, Sundays in September at 10:30 AM! https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-september-3-2023 monthly 0.5 2023-08-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/1d5571ca-b039-4c0b-8da5-00bfadafb54c/Six+Steps+to+Encouragement.jpg Updates - Announcements, September 3, 2023 - Make it stand out Wednesday Night Bible Study at 6:30 PM each week. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/cc6fc6e6-1486-463f-b03e-b5d3ad7c21d6/HopeSLIDE.jpg Updates - Announcements, September 3, 2023 - Make it stand out Home. It holds the greatest joys and sometimes the deepest hurts. It is where our real self shows up and bumps up against other real selves. At home, we face selfishness, doubt, and anger. All of us need forgiveness and need to forgive. Single or married; children or none; young or old. What good news is there for your home? What hope does God have for you? Join us, Sundays in September at 10:30 AM! https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-august-13-2023 monthly 0.5 2023-08-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/f1dd8a4e-0bba-4088-9071-e9654337a99c/Copy+of+Zephaniah.png Updates - Announcements, August 13, 2023 - Make it stand out This week we continue the study of Zephaniah with Pastor Joe’s message titled, “Why Is Pride such a Danger to Me?” based on chapter 2 verses 4 - 15. Join us at 9:30 AM for Sunday School then morning Worship starting at 10:30 AM. Sunday Evening at 6:00 PM we will continue the study of 1 John. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/d709e431-92d2-4182-bda0-045084ddba34/spotlight.jpg Updates - Announcements, August 13, 2023 - Make it stand out Cornerstone Class https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-august-6-2023 monthly 0.5 2023-08-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/c5a6dd7a-02ac-4b21-a679-18666d31c845/Copy+of+Zephaniah.png Updates - Announcements, August 6, 2023 - Make it stand out Zephaniah is a small book and easy to skip. His message though is not small: the Lord will come. In every age, some don't think God will come. Others think they are ready, but Zephaniah warns all of us to listen closely. Let's listen together and get ready. Get ready for judgment. Get ready for joy. Join us. Today’s message deals with the question ”Is God Angry with Me?” based on Zephaniah 1: 1 - 2:3. Join us at 10:30 AM for this message. Sunday evening at 6:00 PM we will continue the study of the book of 1 John. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/93daab84-c236-46ea-b1ea-89e8de61aac3/Rooted+Community+Church.jpg Updates - Announcements, August 6, 2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-july-30-2023 monthly 0.5 2023-07-26 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/7e7dfb23-1efa-4667-804d-0ab108f8dd2d/stories_songs.jpg Updates - Announcements, July 30, 2023 - Make it stand out Sunday evening at 6:00 PM we will share Stories and Songs. Let Pastor Joe before 6:00 PM if you have a song, testimony, inspirational devotional or other story you would like to share. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/581edc18-4e4d-4ae3-9740-50638aa9eb8b/Copy+of+Zephaniah.png Updates - Announcements, July 30, 2023 - Make it stand out New Sermon Series Starting August 6 at 10:30 AM Zephaniah is a small book and easy to skip. His message though is not small: the Lord will come. In every age, some don't think God will come. Others think they are ready, but Zephaniah warns all of us to listen closely. Let's listen together and get ready. Get ready for judgment. Get ready for joy. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-july-23-2023 monthly 0.5 2023-07-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/f04cbb7c-d797-4cae-82ae-00df7b771ef5/question_mark.png Updates - Announcements, July 23, 2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/7957d869-8c56-4876-8c80-747f2450d2ea/stories_songs.jpg Updates - Announcements, July 23, 2023 - Make it stand out Sunday, July 30 at 6:00 PM Let Pastor Joe know if you have a story or song that you would like to share with the congregation. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/48a17a46-3aee-4b92-8322-16b629e127fe/spotlight.jpg Updates - Announcements, July 23, 2023 - Make it stand out Spotlight on Sunday School https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-july-16-2023 monthly 0.5 2023-07-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/4e77e86b-57ec-4273-9bff-432384463985/Summer+in+the+Psalms.png Updates - Announcements, July 16, 2023 - Make it stand out This week Pastor Joe’s message is based on Psalms 25 and is titled “How to Respond to Every Trouble?” Come join us at 10:30 AM for Worship Service. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/d6108baa-8504-4da6-a3f8-49a48cc64050/spotlight.jpg Updates - Announcements, July 16, 2023 - Make it stand out SPOTLIGHT ON SUNDAY SCHOOL! CLASSES FOR ALL AGES STARTING AT 9:30 AM https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/eb8da217-f66a-4987-ad80-b06765bf9a78/stories_songs.jpg Updates - Announcements, July 16, 2023 - Make it stand out Sunday Evening, July 30 at 6:00 PM We invite you to share a story or song with the congregation that has special meaning to you. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-july-9-2023 monthly 0.5 2023-07-07 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/e7a8538c-8c42-4bf0-bef6-64c27c4c749f/Did+You+Know.jpg Updates - Announcements, July 9, 2023 - Make it stand out Manchester Baptist Church is 190 years old! The first recorded settlement in the Manchester area was in 1821 and the Village was incorporated in 1831. On the third Sunday in June 1833, the Manchester Baptist Church. was organized. The congregation voted to build their first church building in 1838. The building we now call our church home is the third church building and was built in 1938/39 after a fire destroyed the second one. Through all those years there have been men and women who were faithful to God and were determined to continue the work of spreading the Word. Current Weekly Opportunities Sunday 9:30 A.M. Sunday School with classes for all ages, 10:30 A.M. Morning Service 6:00 P.M. Evening Service Tuesday at 7:00 A.M. Men’s Coffee Fellowship at the Jones House in Roodhouse. Wednesday 6:30 P.M. Bible Study and Prayer 1st Thursday each month, Ladies Night Out except July and Aug. We also have a preschool class available for children, ages one through four, during the morning worship service. Your child is welcome! https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-july-2-2023 monthly 0.5 2023-06-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/9ab1bdc0-8eff-4ef9-8680-0fe13d471d5c/This+Weel.png Updates - Announcements, July 2, 2023 - Make it stand out Monday, July 3 at 7:00 PM The Deacons will meet. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-june-22-2023 monthly 0.5 2023-06-22 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/a8afddb6-9cb7-4a94-b59f-df0f44b68d8e/352870002_617307436837163_8299816526761304943_n.jpg Updates - Announcements, June 22, 2023 - Make it stand out SUMMER KIDS CLUB is going great!! Averaging 30 kids and 26 helpers per day! Tomorrow is the last day but Saturday is the BBQ Fest where we will have lots of good food and fun! Join us then! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/be007f54-10ad-4937-b092-576fc3ff7374/SLIDE+bbq+fest.jpg Updates - Announcements, June 22, 2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-june-18-2023-happy-fathers-day monthly 0.5 2023-06-16 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/be7a496f-2c71-47b3-bb42-ac90cdfe8825/Father%27s+Day.jpg Updates - Announcements, June 18, 2023 Happy Father’s Day - Make it stand out No Sunday Evening Service! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/1a8c70e5-208e-4b1d-9901-1f6a2da36aae/Summer+Kids+Club.jpg Updates - Announcements, June 18, 2023 Happy Father’s Day - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/6b5f245b-81b7-480c-883d-4199bc3284ad/SLIDE+bbq+fest.jpg Updates - Announcements, June 18, 2023 Happy Father’s Day - Make it stand out Contact the church to be in the contest for BBQ Master! So far we have eight on the list!! https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-june-11-2023 monthly 0.5 2023-06-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/cb4d74b6-f8f3-4355-a79c-27a393675208/Summer+in+the+Psalms.png Updates - Announcements, June 11, 2023 - Make it stand out This Sunday morning at 10:30 AM, Pastor Joe will use Psalm 20 as a theme for his message titled “How Do We Pray when Facing Trouble?” Sunday evening at 6:00 PM we are nearing the end of our study of 2 Peter. Hope you can join us! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/0fcd95fa-b932-4fdb-86bc-083b7dd30017/Summer+Kids+Club.jpg Updates - Announcements, June 11, 2023 - Make it stand out It’s almost here! Monday, June 19 - Friday, June 23 9:00 - 11:00 am each day In the Manchester Park for ages 4 - 12 Free fun - games, songs, crafts, snacks Please come at 8:30 on Monday only, for registration. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/6ebb8729-a239-4d0f-8352-cc54c3dfa5f5/SLIDE+bbq+fest.jpg Updates - Announcements, June 11, 2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/manchester-bbq-fest-details monthly 0.5 2023-05-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/b8394ffe-4341-454a-a463-f9a9f7330511/FLYER+bbq+fest+%283%29.png Updates - Manchester BBQ Fest Details - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/777682ca-d8eb-408d-baf2-8553afbb05ad/FLYER+bbq+fest+%285%29.png Updates - Manchester BBQ Fest Details - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-may-28-2023 monthly 0.5 2023-05-24 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/a9357ff5-e861-4529-a344-bf57833b9898/Summer+in+the+Psalms.png Updates - Announcements, May 28, 2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/527d01d3-f00f-40b3-8d9a-20db6e93aada/coming-up-this-week.png Updates - Announcements, May 28, 2023 - Make it stand out Monday, May 29 at 10:00 AM Memorial Day Service Manchester Cemetery * * * * * June 1 at 6:30 PM Ladies Night Out Join Us Fun, Food, and Fellowship * * * * * Saturday, June 3 from 5 to 7 PM Pork Chop Supper to benefit the Manchester Cemetery Cost $11.00 * * * * * Sunday, June 4 at 2:00 PM Baby Shower for Erin Wahl All Ladies Invited! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/05fa23eb-fbdd-4f52-8479-0ba6e7d882c0/Summer+Kids+Club.jpg Updates - Announcements, May 28, 2023 - Make it stand out Save The Date! Monday, June 19 - Friday, June 23 9:00 - 11:00 am Free activity in the park for children Pre-K through Grade 6 Call 217-587-2761 or email manchesterbaptistchurch@yahoo.com for more information https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-may-21-2023 monthly 0.5 2023-05-19 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/6542a9fe-1d7f-40a1-8c94-2138917c0f23/Summer+Kids+Club.jpg Updates - Announcements, May 21, 2023 - Make it stand out Monday, June 19 - Friday, June 23 9:00 - 11:00 am Free event in the Manchester Park for Kids through Sixth Grade Sign up on the board if you can help. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-may-14-2023 monthly 0.5 2023-05-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/fc715626-25a0-44ad-bae6-f86406759e01/mothers+day.png Updates - Announcements, May 14, 2023 - Make it stand out Today, Pastor Joe will continue the Pioneer: Walking with Abraham series. His message, titled “What Does the Normal Christian Life Look Like?” is based on Genesis 21: 22 - 24. We hope you can join us in person at 10:30 AM or check out our YouTube or Facebook pages for recordings of most messages. There will be no evening service this evening so you may spend more time with your families. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-may-7-2023 monthly 0.5 2023-05-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/4abc10fc-85b4-417a-9bca-c1e2f12d92d1/Peterson%2C+Roger+and+Susan.jpg Updates - Announcements, May 7, 2023 - Make it stand out Today we welcome Missionaries to France, Roger & Susan Peterson! They will be here for both the morning and evening service. Plus we are having a potluck lunch so join us and visit one on one with Roger and Susan. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-april-23-2023 monthly 0.5 2023-04-19 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/0bb3ec72-38b2-45f1-835f-f57c95d2ab01/welcome-1024x576.jpg Updates - Announcements, April 23, 2023 - Make it stand out This Sunday’s message, titled “What Pressure Reveals About God?” is based on Genesis 20. Come join us at 10:30 AM for Morning Worship. If you can make it earlier, we have Sunday School at 9:30 AM with classes for all ages. We would love to see you! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/77d30c24-5cf6-4b48-8e08-49cfcdaacbc5/alagao+2019.jpg Updates - Announcements, April 23, 2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-april-16-2023 monthly 0.5 2023-04-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/836ade28-5a34-48be-a4b9-3ea0135e559f/Easter+morning.jpg Updates - Announcements, April 16, 2023 - Make it stand out We had a wonderful Easter morning at MBC this year. Sunrise Service in the park, breakfast and Easter Sunday Worship were all very well attended. Thanks to all who helped make it such a special day! https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-april-9-2023 monthly 0.5 2023-04-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/f51d0317-f0ef-4919-85c3-9f19317102b9/Screenshot+%2814%29.png Updates - Announcements, April 9, 2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-april-2-2023 monthly 0.5 2023-03-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/3c52419a-25e2-4a8f-8309-7de018e18234/communion+1.jpg Updates - Announcements, April 2, 2023 - Make it stand out This Sunday Morning we will partake of the Lord’s supper as part of our Morning Worship. Join us at 10:30 when Pastor Joe will continue his “Pioneer: Walking with Abraham” series with a message titled “How Do You Teach Others to Walk with God?” based on Genesis 18. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-march-26-2023 monthly 0.5 2023-03-24 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/0fe6775f-9f8a-4049-ab8b-56a0e2ba8a29/whats-happening1-1.png Updates - Announcements, March 26, 2023 - Make it stand out Monday, April 3 at 7:00 PM - Deacons Meeting Wednesday, April 5 starting at 6:30 PM - Wednesday Fellowship Meal followed at 7:30 PM Quarterly Business Meeting Thursday, April 6 at 6:30 PM - Ladies Night Out - All ladies invited for Food, Fun and Fellowship! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/ae1ac55d-a90f-4cbe-9baa-d9d664ec377a/Screenshot+%2814%29.png Updates - Announcements, March 26, 2023 - Make it stand out Invite your friends and join us for all three activities! https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-march-19-2023 monthly 0.5 2023-03-15 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/30e68752-ce22-4e3a-8d0f-ddc9c4008acb/Abraham.png Updates - Announcements, March 19, 2023 - Make it stand out Join us for Sunday Morning Worship at 10:30 AM. This week’s message is based on Genesis 16 and is titled “What about God Gives Hope for when We Blow It?” Sunday evening we will meet at 6:00 PM and continue the study of 2 Peter. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/de44ba08-2a9c-4d4f-83a8-bc2ebcb6a4ba/Join-Us-Image-1920x720.png Updates - Announcements, March 19, 2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-march-12-2023 monthly 0.5 2023-03-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/ee7a7709-8580-492e-8888-5dd4c13e52c3/movie+night.png Updates - Announcements, March 12, 2023 - Make it stand out Saturday, March 25 at 5:30 PM Family Movie Night and Soup Supper Soups will be provided, please bring sandwiches and snacks or desserts to share. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-march-5-2023 monthly 0.5 2023-03-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/ed2dba5d-e526-489f-a2d4-e6f39ead0d9c/Abraham.png Updates - Announcements, March 5, 2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/05bdda39-e45b-487b-98c7-84ec8b7fd218/free-lunch.jpg Updates - Announcements, March 5, 2023 - Make it stand out We will provide a pulled pork lunch for the Winchester High School Students on Monday, March 6. More volunteers are welcome! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/b5640a06-7c8b-4086-8374-6c14e5307170/movie_night.jpg Updates - Announcements, March 5, 2023 - Make it stand out Saturday, March 25 at 6:00 PM Family Movie Night and Soup Supper Soups will be provided, please bring sandwiches and snacks or desserts to share. Come Join Us! https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-february-26-2023 monthly 0.5 2023-02-22 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/a7f7c4b3-b781-4824-9e9b-ebcf52e54e1f/Join-Us-Image-1920x720.png Updates - Announcements, February 26, 2023 - Make it stand out Sunday Morning at 10:30 AM, Pastor Joe’s message will be titled “What Do You Do While You Wait for Wisdom?”, based on Genesis 13: 1 - 18. Sunday evening at 6:00 PM we will continue the study of 2 Peter. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/8cd7dfbf-c15e-4c30-a3af-f7d767978542/Ladies+Night+Out.jpg Updates - Announcements, February 26, 2023 - Make it stand out Thursday, March 2 at 6:30 PM Bring a friend for Food, Fellowship and Fun! https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-february-19-2023 monthly 0.5 2023-02-15 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/63343d9d-d522-4c27-af08-f6f46e667d95/coffee+fellowship+men.jpg Updates - Announcements, February 19, 2023 - Make it stand out All men are invited to Jones House in Roodhouse, IL for Fellowship each Tuesday Morning at 7:00 AM. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/2a20b245-d205-4f54-b619-2d7b171df4f6/Adults_Night_Out.jpg Updates - Announcements, February 19, 2023 - Make it stand out Saturday, February 25, at 6:00 PM in the Fellowship Hall. Catered by The Brass Door. Cost $15.00 each. Must be paid in advance. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-february-12-2023 monthly 0.5 2023-02-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/e3fe04c5-4903-4d98-8373-d6672c33edb7/Abraham.png Updates - Announcements, February 12, 2023 - Make it stand out Abraham left home by faith. Sometimes he won, lost, stumbled, laughed, or battled. He always wandered, always waited, and sometimes wondered. He did it all by faith. "For he was looking forward to the city with foundations, whose architect and builder is God" (Hebrews 11:10). Join us in our new series Pioneer as we learn to walk by faith in our journey toward the city of God. Pastor Joe begins this new series with a message titled “What Does It Mean to Walk with God”. The sermon text is Genesis 11:27 - 12:9. Sunday evening we will continue the study of 2 Peter. Join us at 10:30 AM and 6:00 PM. Additionally, each Sunday morning message is available on YouTube and shared to Facebook on Monday and both messages are available in podcast form on Spotify. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/7b81f7e6-307e-4876-a3c8-7dd661dc6a2f/Adults_Night_Out.jpg Updates - Announcements, February 12, 2023 - Make it stand out Saturday, February 25, at 6:00 PM. Catered by Brass Door. Cost $15.00. Sign up and pay in advance. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-february-5-2023 monthly 0.5 2023-02-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/f30829ce-5b11-4064-b255-7c3b6b1caac1/Winter+Freeze+Welcome+-+16x9.jpg Updates - Announcements, February 5, 2023 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/56551e8e-989f-434e-b9d8-9f83fc841e14/Abraham.png Updates - Announcements, February 5, 2023 - Make it stand out Abraham left home by faith. Sometimes he won, lost, stumbled, laughed, or battled. He always wandered, always waited, and sometimes wondered. He did it all by faith. "For he was looking forward to the city with foundations, whose architect and builder is God" (Hebrews 11:10). Join us in our new series Pioneer as we learn to walk by faith in our journey toward the city of God. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/446ea520-ba2d-440e-a693-1626ce54d76a/Screenshot+%2811%29.png Updates - Announcements, February 5, 2023 - Make it stand out Pick up a baby bottle at church! https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-january-29-2023 monthly 0.5 2023-01-25 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/08930ec8-b2d2-49bd-8cde-782f326ff1f0/Everyday+Matters.png Updates - Announcements, January 29, 2023 - Make it stand out Sunday morning at 10:30 AM; Pastor Joe’s message based on Philippians 4: 8 - 9 is titled “How Do We Live in the World?” Sunday evening at 6:00 PM will be Stories and Songs. The theme this month is “My Favorite Bible Verse”. Come join us! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/c9f701e2-8b9e-447f-a914-a9a5e148b095/Baby+Bottle+Campaign.jpg Updates - Announcements, January 29, 2023 - Make it stand out “Change for Hope” The Pregnancy Resource Center Baby Bottle Fund Raiser is now in progress. Pick up a baby bottle and fill it with change (or a check) and return it to the church by February 15. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/846572e8-cb8e-4742-bb7c-1ca6b5ec9acb/Abraham-Video.png Updates - Announcements, January 29, 2023 - Make it stand out Our next sermon series starts February 12 at 10:30 AM. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-january-22-2023 monthly 0.5 2023-01-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/b632289e-93a9-48a4-8d21-a96da24638e7/come+worship.jpg Updates - Announcements, January 22, 2023 - Make it stand out Sunday morning worship begins at 10:30 AM. Pastor Joe will be using Philippians 4: 4-7 as his text when he speaks on “Where Do I Direct My Heart in Trials?”. Sunday evening at 6:00 PM we will continue the study of 2 Peter. We hope you will join us. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/c102eb2a-3c3c-4bee-9a8a-3fe197e17ffc/stories_songs.jpg Updates - Announcements, January 22, 2023 - Make it stand out Sunday, January 29 at 6:00 PM - The theme this month is “My Favorite Bible Verse”. Please come share with us! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/01866402-193a-430b-bcd9-0e5219c926a3/business+meeting.jpeg Updates - Announcements, January 22, 2023 - Make it stand out Our Annual Business meeting has been rescheduled to Wednesday, February 1 at 7:00 PM. Members of the church are encouraged to attend this important meeting. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-january-15-2023 monthly 0.5 2023-01-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/c1df50ea-b4b8-4a57-a289-2cd23aa9b8ee/Join+Us.jpg Updates - Announcements, January 15, 2023 - Make it stand out Pastor Joe’s message, “What Do I Do with this Conflict?”, is based on Philippians 4: 2 - 3. We hope you will be there at 10:30 AM to worship with us! We also have services on Sunday evening at 6:00 PM and Bible Study on Wednesday at 6:30 PM. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/966fb99c-2861-428f-8601-33354fe2c074/stories_songs.jpg Updates - Announcements, January 15, 2023 - Make it stand out Sunday, January 29 at 6:00 PM - The theme this month is “My Favorite Bible Verse” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/b45735ee-fe65-403b-813e-3f24c8712a36/business+meeting+2.jpg Updates - Announcements, January 15, 2023 - Make it stand out Our Annual Business Meeting has been rescheduled to February 1 at 7:00 pm. Important business will be discussed so please attend. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/postponement monthly 0.5 2023-01-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/ce091de9-8a5d-423c-8bb8-dc00deb8fbd7/Attention.png Updates - Postponement - Make it stand out Due to illness in the church family, the church leadership has decided to postpone the Annual Business Meeting scheduled for tonight to next month. The Fellowship Meal will still be held as scheduled. Please spread the word! https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-jan-1-2023-happy-new-year monthly 0.5 2022-12-28 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/30ae0546-193e-4820-98ae-0538bf1989ee/Everything+matters.png Updates - Announcements, Jan. 1, 2023 Happy New Year - Make it stand out This New Year we will resume the study of Paul’s letters to the Philippians. Today’s message is based on Philippians 3: 17 - 4: 1 and is titled “What Difference Does Treasuring Christ Make?” We will observe The Lord’s Supper at the end of the service. There will be no evening worship service. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/christmas-morning-worship-december-25-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-12-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/48aea66c-92ec-493c-abc4-489e02409f4c/Bethlehem+Merry+Christmas+-+16x9.jpg Updates - Christmas Morning Worship December 25, 2022 - Make it stand out Pastor Joe’s message titled “What Does Christmas Say to My Doubt?” is based on Matthew 2: 13 - 23. There will be no Evening Service. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-december-18-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-12-14 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/f12fe0d6-08c9-442f-af4e-ed4cd8ad672f/Celebrating+the+birth.jpg Updates - Announcements, December 18, 2022 - Make it stand out Join us this Sunday morning at 10:30 AM in singing old favorite Christmas carols and hearing Pastor Joe’s message titled, “How Do You Know You Are Right about Jesus?”. The message is based on Matthew 2: 1 - 12. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/548ac9a2-4a5f-4419-b717-86d35674771d/stories_songs.jpg Updates - Announcements, December 18, 2022 - Make it stand out Sunday evening, bring your family and friends to Christmas stories and songs at 6 PM. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/e90809f2-c442-4ec6-8bfb-229735b31af7/poinsettia+border.jpg Updates - Announcements, December 18, 2022 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-december-11-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-12-07 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/b72da657-bbde-4d47-a82a-7ffca2bbdcbd/SalvationBellRinger02.jpg Updates - Announcements, December 11, 2022 - Make it stand out Friday, Dec. 16 - The Builders Class will be Ringing the Bells for Salvation Army at Midlands from 5 to 7 PM. Stop by to support them and drop off a donation. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/d7f045c7-374d-4757-bb3d-cdb697f5a3b7/Christmas+Scrapbook+Events+-+16x9.jpg Updates - Announcements, December 11, 2022 - Make it stand out Invite your family and friends to these special Christmas events. Sunday, December 18 at 6:00 PM Christmas Stories and Songs, Sign up if you want to be part of the program. Saturday, December 24 at 6:00 PM Candlelight Christmas Eve Service Sunday, December 25 at 10:30 AM Christmas Worship Service There will be no Sunday School or Evening Service. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-december-4-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-12-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/7241733a-f1e5-4ce1-b4e1-df75edf1d500/Giving+Tree+Gifts.jpg Updates - Announcements, December 4, 2022 - Make it stand out Thanks for your donations to the Foster Child Giving Tree. Remember to pray for the recipients. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/057f4e21-7555-4926-b266-b8ca6589cf3b/SalvationBellRinger02.jpg Updates - Announcements, December 4, 2022 - Make it stand out The Builders Class will be Ringing the Bells for Salvation Army at Midlands in Jacksonville from 5 to 7 PM. Stop by to support them and drop in a donation. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/winchester-christmas-parade-info monthly 0.5 2022-12-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/3f12a33c-d280-42a1-aa2a-5495172850a9/IMG_2370.jpg Updates - Winchester Christmas Parade Dec. 3, starts at 6:00 PM. - Make it stand out Come walk with us!! Come to the Scott County Fairgrounds around 4:00 PM to help finalize the float. Official lineup is at 5:00 PM. Bring candy or other goodies to pass out to the crowd. We hope to see you there, either walking or cheering us on from the sidelines! https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-november-27-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-11-23 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/e5e155a2-ed4c-4af4-a3a7-a3a5d3d668db/Ladies+Night+Out.jpg Updates - Announcements, November 27, 2022 - Make it stand out Thursday, Dec. 1 at 6:30 PM All Ladies are invited to join us in the Fellowship Hall for Food, Fun and Fellowship. Bring your favorite Christmas snack or dessert to share and don’t forget your White Elephant Gift to exchange. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/fc61cc3a-0348-4583-849c-3f0948329077/IMG_2370.jpg Updates - Announcements, November 27, 2022 - Make it stand out We will participate in the Winchester Christmas Parade again this year. Saturday, Dec. 3 at 6:00 PM We are asking for donations of candy to hand out. See Jason Renner if you would like to help with a float. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-november-20-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-11-16 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/f2901e85-1a00-4e7b-b68a-b6c20b3a8eb5/poinsettia+border.jpg Updates - Announcements, November 20, 2022 - Make it stand out Complete Holiday Schedule is available on our Facebook page. www.facebook.com/ManchesterBaptistChurchIL https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/331bccb4-292c-42f9-835e-ffa808f27e85/Ladies+Night+Out.jpg Updates - Announcements, November 20, 2022 - Make it stand out Thursday, Dec. 1 at 6:30 PM - Bring your favorite Christmas candy or cookies to share. Don’t forget your White Elephant Gift to exchange. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-november-13-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-11-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/053f7dad-7a29-4184-9354-a0188f4611c3/IMG_2752.jpg Updates - Announcements, November 13, 2022 - Make it stand out Great job packing Operation Christmas Child boxes guys! So far we have 73 boxes packed. If you packed boxes at home, please return them this week. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-november-6-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-11-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/d4630a2c-0303-4814-8a7f-c153ea924320/OCC+boxes.jpg Updates - Announcements, November 6, 2022 - Make it stand out The children will be packing Operation Christmas Child shoe boxes during the Sunday School hour starting at 9:30 AM. Adults are welcome to join us! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/9c97fdf8-f654-4113-9335-ff10cd057d6e/Attention.png Updates - Announcements, November 6, 2022 - Make it stand out The Tuesday Morning Men’s Coffee Fellowship is now meeting at the Jones House in Roodhouse at the normal time of 7:00 AM. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/ff46a044-aac3-4beb-97e2-50d8c0c649b6/Pie.jpg Updates - Announcements, November 6, 2022 - Make it stand out Pie and Praise Fellowship Tuesday, November 22 at 6:30 PM Come Join us! There will be no Wed, Evening Bible Study on November 23. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-october-30-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-10-26 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/ed47efcf-0fa1-487c-8562-83fa99eeb93d/stories_songs.jpg Updates - Announcements, October 30, 2022 - Make it stand out Join us tonight at 6:00 PM Our Theme is “God is_________” You still have time to sign up. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/e9c0a810-7dcf-487d-8074-d7feab596826/free-lunch.jpg Updates - Announcements, October 30, 2022 - Make it stand out Monday, October 31 Free Lunch Monday at Winchester High School If you signed up to provide cookies, be sure to bring them to the church today. Thanks for your help!! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/693680c6-8ae0-4955-b3ae-d965334302d1/Ladies+Night+Out.jpg Updates - Announcements, October 30, 2022 - Make it stand out Thursday, November 3 at 6:30 PM Come and bring a friend to enjoy Food, Fun and Fellowship! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/5548b3e9-03c6-4b6a-852f-a89011ea9569/IMG_2334.jpg Updates - Announcements, October 30, 2022 - Make it stand out Our results in 2021! https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-october-23-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-10-19 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/1ca04030-8057-4a10-b3f6-b06713399cc6/Shake+Hands+3.jpg Updates - Announcements, October 23, 2022 - Make it stand out This Sunday we are happy to have Guest Speaker Daniel Myers and his wife April with us again. They helped us through the time we were without a pastor during COVID so we are happy to see them again! They will be here for both the morning (10:30 AM) and evening (6:00 PM) services https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/1220e420-651f-4690-b2ff-42987de7ff80/trunk+or+treat.png Updates - Announcements, October 23, 2022 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-october-16-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-10-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/8bf0284f-55c4-428e-ac17-b38bf61e1f7e/stories_songs.jpg Updates - Announcements, October 16, 2022 - Make it stand out Sunday evening, October 30 at 6:00 PM Our Theme this time is “God is_________” Please sign up on the board or let us know if you would like to tell who God is to you. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/05d89a83-3ea4-4dc0-beef-ff3051c10388/OCC+boxes.jpg Updates - Announcements, October 16, 2022 - Make it stand out You may also shop for items and bring them in or pick up a box to fill yourself. We and the children appreciate your help! https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-october-9-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-10-07 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/e419105a-bcf1-40ea-816b-2ab9519e967f/Everyday+Matters+title.png Updates - Announcements, October 9, 2022 - Make it stand out Sunday morning’s message is titled “What Goal Should I Have for My Life?” Pastor is using Philippians 1: 27 - 30 for his text. We invite you to join us at 10:30 AM for the service. The message will also be available on YouTube or our podcast on Monday. Sunday evening at 6:00 PM we will pray especially for the Volunteer Fire Departments near us and then continue our study of 1 Peter https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/af85eb6a-57dc-495a-bdd6-9c616affe98a/stories_songs.jpg Updates - Announcements, October 9, 2022 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-oct-2-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-09-28 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/1280c536-ba63-4956-ae35-95bbed7eb1b7/wiener+roast.jfif Updates - Announcements, Oct. 2, 2022 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-september-25-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-09-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/14a2f87b-0c66-45bc-9af4-98a935bc4520/Sunday.png Updates - Announcements, September 25, 2022 - Make it stand out Sunday School at 9:30 AM followed by Worship Service at 10:30 AM. Join Us! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/9a82c5e6-112c-422a-8d53-29ac8eadc65e/Put+this+on+Calendar.gif Updates - Announcements, September 25, 2022 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-september-18-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-09-14 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/5fda611b-dd36-4f1c-97db-8b7ae7a15e1a/Everyday+Matters+title.png Updates - Announcements, September 18, 2022 - Make it stand out Sunday morning’s message “Where Does Fellowship Come From?” is based on Philippians 1:3 - 11. Join us at 10:30 AM for the second message in this series. Sunday evening at 6:00 PM we will pray for the Community Outreach Center in Winchester, IL and continue the study of 1 Peter https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/2c9096cc-15e9-4dec-8877-71006dd0b000/fish+fry.jpg Updates - Announcements, September 18, 2022 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/2383f8c3-842c-4df6-a793-a4ef6fd9641e/IMG_2334+%282%29.jpg Updates - Announcements, September 18, 2022 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-september-11-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-09-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/c9328c90-fecc-4294-b412-3e92600d4dd3/Everyday+Matters+title.png Updates - Announcements, September 11, 2022 - “Life has ups and downs, joys and sorrow, hurry up and waiting, danger and peace, ordinary and extraordinary. This fall, we're going to hear what God has to say to us in the letter to the Philippians. Philippians isn't about one problem or issue. It's a letter to a beloved group of Christians, for a family. Like a letter to a loved one, it's got a little of everything. Something for every day.” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/6b0e40ed-51a5-48e1-ba97-c94acae2d0aa/Sunday.png Updates - Announcements, September 11, 2022 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-september-4-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-08-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/87e09b00-3b48-4052-b6e5-c5c3f716339f/fish+fry.jpg Updates - Announcements, September 4, 2022 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/fb88177c-a6dd-4889-8865-d0c7805a9465/philippians-main.jpg Updates - Announcements, September 4, 2022 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-august-21-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-08-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/c3de7c97-af19-4f46-99ca-463665f7980f/back-to-school-1.jpg Updates - Announcements, August 21, 2022 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-august-14-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-08-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/5caf8760-f281-4177-92d9-52ff4f483a18/back_to_school_banner.jpg Updates - Announcements, August 14, 2022 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/7b23d42b-d2c4-46cc-8c99-9bd26a46f85d/bible-digging.jpg Updates - Announcements, August 14, 2022 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-august-7-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-08-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/b4856f3d-fe6b-4d96-b70c-e5928e98dee1/Sunday.png Updates - Announcements, August 7, 2022 - Make it stand out Worship Service at 10:30 AM. Pastor Joe’s message is from Psalms 18: 20 - 29 and is titled “What Is Reliable in a Changing World?” At 6:00 PM we will will continue the study of 1 Peter and have a brief Mission Focus. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/c30893f9-0cee-4c10-8c17-fc3a1e5e232e/listen.jpg Updates - Announcements, August 7, 2022 - Make it stand out We are excited to announce we have listening assist devices available. If you have need of this technology you may pick it up at the back counter. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-july-31-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-07-27 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/75ac8bdc-e41c-4865-87bb-146bd3a0441a/Goble.jpg Updates - Announcements, July 31, 2022 - Make it stand out Introducing Rooted Community Church, a new church plant in Lebanon IL. Jacob and Mackenzie Goble have answered the call of God to start a church in this location and our church has felt the call to help them with quarterly support. Please pray for their ministry. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-july-24-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-07-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/020c6f28-27b9-4aa3-a823-c78532b90d7a/come+worship.jpg Updates - Announcements, July 24, 2022 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/70f5a865-65a7-486b-985b-f675da9fdb95/stories_songs.jpg Updates - Announcements, July 24, 2022 - Make it stand out July 31 is a Fifth Sunday so we will be enjoying “Stories and Songs” in leu of our normal evening service. Our theme this time is “God Provided”. We will start at 6 PM. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-july-17-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-07-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/17a7ffb9-a5a5-4fec-b3a2-9b0a18290e8d/SummerPsalms1.png Updates - Announcements, July 17, 2022 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-july-10-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-07-07 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/23c63ece-bf29-4dfc-a797-8e22863cd4cd/Worship.jpg Updates - Announcements, July 10, 2022 - Make it stand out COME WORSHIP WITH US! Sunday morning at 10:30 PM, Sunday evening at 6:00 PM and Wednesday evening Bible Study at 6:30 PM. There is also a Men’s Fellowship time each Tuesday morning at 7:00 AM at the North End Café in White Hall, IL. This Sunday morning Pastor Joe’s will continue Summer in the Psalms with a message titled “What Are the Safe Places in Your Life?” based on Psalms 17:6b - 12. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/c212a873-d383-43b9-9728-c9db70fbf686/stories_songs.jpg Updates - Announcements, July 10, 2022 - Make it stand out Sunday evening, July 31 at 6:00 PM. Our theme this time is “God’s Provision”. We invite you to share! https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-july-3-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-06-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/9f88f99a-6588-44c4-b3c3-2ae363553121/communion+1.jpg Updates - Announcements, July 3, 2022 - Make it stand out We will observe The Lord’s Supper during morning worship this week. Pastor Joe’s message is based on Psalms 17: 1 - 6 and is titled “How Do I Pray when I Am Treated Unjustly?” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/9c1a6ffb-d713-4b67-8321-26051fd83fff/Ladies+Night+Out.jpg Updates - Announcements, July 3, 2022 - Make it stand out An evening of fun and fellowship, open to all ladies, begins at 6:30 PM with a provided light supper. Come join us on Thursday, July 7 and bring a friend! https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-june-26-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-06-22 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/1fd4f1e6-0b17-40d2-a217-b08cf5d5d1e3/summer+kids+club+crop.jpg Updates - Announcements, June 26, 2022 - Make it stand out Wednesday, June 29 from 4 to 5:30 PM Ages 4-12 In the Manchester Park Attendance is increasing each week. We hope your kids can join us! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/654628b2-1250-464e-b688-673a0642e53d/sundayschool-2.jpeg Updates - Announcements, June 26, 2022 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-june-19-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-06-15 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/163442d0-8c88-4cf6-9462-b8cdb31fc9d3/Fathers+day+2.jpg Updates - Announcements, June 19, 2022 - Make it stand out Happy Father’s Day! We will have no service in the evening so you may spend more time with your family. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/summer-kids-club-this-week monthly 0.5 2022-06-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/3846785f-8288-42d3-b6ec-d0d73fc94e76/Blue+Flat+Weather+Forecast+Instagram+Post.png Updates - Summer Kids Club This Week - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-june-12-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-06-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/2064cede-48e9-4941-9791-7b746c3bf649/001.jpg Updates - Announcements, June 12, 2022 - Make it stand out Starts today, Wednesday, June 8 - Come Join Us! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/71b05ce8-ed07-4c80-b9d5-4b5626fd3d55/group+game.jpg Updates - Announcements, June 12, 2022 - Make it stand out Summer Sunday School is underway each week at 9:30 AM. More Bible Stories, fun games and crafts. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-june-5-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-06-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/00bc9162-24ed-4ac6-a36a-380cdc9aa9f9/SummerPsalms1.png Updates - Announcements, June 5, 2022 - Make it stand out This summer we return to the Psalms together. The Psalms are unlike much of the rest of the Bible. It's not stories to learn from, statements to believe, or lessons to apply. The Psalms invite us to sing, to bring our hopes and griefs, and get caught up in what God is doing. Join us. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/41af4fd3-5bc9-4603-aecf-1b0ebdf2ddfc/summer+kids+club+%28SLIDE%29.png Updates - Announcements, June 5, 2022 - Make it stand out Kids ages 4 through 12 are invited to join us in the Manchester Village Park for Games, Songs, Bible Stories, and Crafts! Each Wednesday through July 6. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-may-29-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-05-25 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/f3fcf54c-a0a1-4620-b5e8-24e89c04395d/stories_songs.jpg Updates - Announcements, May 29, 2022 - Make it stand out Sunday evening at 6:00 PM is Stories and Songs. Members of the congregation will be bringing their favorite songs or telling a story to inspire us. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/851ac94e-c34e-40c0-9b96-7eb99193ab1a/memorialday.jpg Updates - Announcements, May 29, 2022 - Make it stand out Join us at the Manchester Cemetery, Monday, May 30 at 10:00 AM, for a Memorial Day Service. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/199fa8f3-b8b0-4227-85da-100bbdac3e7a/SummerPsalms1.png Updates - Announcements, May 29, 2022 - Make it stand out This summer we return to the Psalms together. The Psalms are unlike much of the rest of the Bible. It's not stories to learn from, statements to believe, or lessons to apply. The Psalms invite us to sing and get caught up in what God is doing. Join us. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/17eebe4b-7ae6-4e95-9c48-b645d55f658d/summer+kids+club+%28SLIDE%29.png Updates - Announcements, May 29, 2022 - Make it stand out Summer Kids Club is fast approaching! If you would like to help by make a cash donation to help with expenses you may give it to Randy and Becky Cooper or to Pastor Joe and Emma. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-may-22-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-05-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/858e4b8f-0d02-4e11-a761-32c62a411272/join-us.jpg Updates - Announcements, May 22, 2022 - Make it stand out Sunday Morning, May 22 at 10:30 AM. Pastor Joe’s message titled “Why does Jesus want us to consider the cost to follow Him?” is based on Luke 14: 25 - 33. Sunday Evening at 6:00 PM our Mission Focus will be on Rooted Community Church, Lebanon IL. We will continue the study of 1 Peter. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-may-15-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-05-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/39c9c076-1c8f-447a-b212-4230902bd755/Put+this+on+Calendar.gif Updates - Announcements, May 15, 2022 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-may-8-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-05-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/90413ea9-3af3-4460-8aa7-a521de515a9f/SERIES-DATESParables%28SLIDE%29.png Updates - Announcements, May 8, 2022 - Make it stand out This Sunday’s message, based on Luke 14: 7 - 11, is titled “What danger do we often overlook? https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/a0332717-6e64-4a40-94a8-73dd83fe0248/mothers+day.png Updates - Announcements, May 8, 2022 - Make it stand out There will be no evening service this week so you may spend more time with your families https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/mourning-with-those-who-mourn-1 monthly 0.5 2022-05-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/5d9bbafb-2aff-4154-bd9c-da20a817760b/Delbert+Mueller+Obit.png Updates - Mourning with Those Who Mourn - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-april-24-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-04-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/7f6067de-02a2-4e85-80ea-a0226f41eacb/SERIES-DATESParables%28SLIDE%29.png Updates - Announcements, April 24, 2022 - Make it stand out This week, as we resume this series, we will focus on Luke 13: 1 - 9. The title of the message is “What Is the Fruit Jesus Wants?” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/3a7c06f3-2106-417b-a59e-2b6ae05b279d/Kids+Club.jpg Updates - Announcements, April 24, 2022 - Make it stand out Be praying for ways you can help with our five week Summer Kids Club! Also pray for many children to be reached. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/mourning-with-those-who-mourn monthly 0.5 2022-04-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/1649862059736-NU5K1YA59GNGMCXE99LQ/Alice+Boston.png Updates - Mourning with Those Who Mourn https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/1649862060167-IPSQOIIHNSUOX1KLY8X9/Tracey+Carlin+Funeral.png Updates - Mourning with Those Who Mourn https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-april-10-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-04-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/dae23c2a-db4d-4516-acc7-c9615beedec6/palm-sunday.jpg Updates - Announcements, April 10, 2022 - Make it stand out This week’s message is titled “What Did God Want When Jesus Was Crucified?” It is based on Mark 15:16 - 47. Sunday evening our mission focus will be on Turkey, another area with unreached people groups. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/b4ed715d-f150-4c03-bbd4-274a7a408699/Easter+2022.jpg Updates - Announcements, April 10, 2022 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-april-3-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-03-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/8d8e6481-d3fa-44f6-a7a2-47684e038072/join-us.jpg Updates - Announcements, April 3, 2022 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-march-27-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-03-23 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/0abf06d1-49d6-474a-934b-1dfbe4203749/Put+this+on+Calendar.gif Updates - Announcements, March 27, 2022 - Make it stand out Sunday morning, April 3 We will celebrate The Lord’s Supper. Wednesday, April 6 at 6:30 PM Wednesday Meal Followed by Business Meeting at 7:30 PM Thursday, April 7 at 6:30 PM Ladies Night Out Join us for Food, Fun and Fellowship https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-march-20-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-03-16 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/82b6c326-6434-4af2-aaeb-5b23fec3eb6d/Easter2022SOCIALMEDIA.png Updates - Announcements, March 20, 2022 - Make it stand out Between now and Easter, we are going to look at the book of Mark where we find Jesus on a relentless march to the cross and empty tomb. He doesn't waver or swerve. He is certain what he is about, and nothing distracts him from that. We will find why Jesus' death and resurrection was and still is so important. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-march-13-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-03-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/dbeec654-5cd2-4aa1-a9cc-cb79f08964df/Easter2022SOCIALMEDIA.png Updates - Announcements, March 13, 2022 - Make it stand out Between now and Easter, we are going to look at the book of Mark where we find Jesus on a relentless march to the cross and empty tomb. He doesn't waver or swerve. He is certain what he is about, and nothing distracts him from that. We will find why Jesus' death and resurrection was and still is so important. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/3a74730c-7f27-4fbb-88bc-e766c99d9f39/Praying+Hands+5.jpg Updates - Announcements, March 13, 2022 - Make it stand out Saturday, March 19 has been designated by our church as a day of prayer for Lorrie Caffery. She has many serious health issues and is unable to work. Please sign up on the board for a 30-minute block of time to pray for her. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-march-6-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-03-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/204692a3-bbc6-404c-a77c-d8df856662a0/3842010.jpg Updates - Announcements, March 6, 2022 - Make it stand out Tracts are available for you to use. Pick some up today! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/093a6717-fd3e-400c-bf35-c3752bc93a2c/Praying+Hands+5.jpg Updates - Announcements, March 6, 2022 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-feb-27-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-02-23 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/ed4f359b-3ba5-4df3-a451-45983ed0f9a8/prc.gif Updates - Announcements, Feb. 27, 2022 - Make it stand out Thanks to all who have filled Baby Bottles to benefit the Pregnancy Resource Center! If you have not yet returned your Baby Bottle, please do as soon as possible. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/9f89eaae-6ae3-4191-b1b1-22c9f14ea63c/Ladies-Night-Out-001b.jpg Updates - Announcements, Feb. 27, 2022 - Make it stand out On Thursday, March 3 at 6:30 PM Ladies Night Out will resume. Come enjoy a provided supper and a brief devotional followed by fun and fellowship with other Christian ladies. Invite your friends! https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-feb-20-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-02-16 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/235afeaf-812d-484b-a52c-904395d5ca4c/bible-digging.jpg Updates - Announcements, Feb 20, 2022 - Make it stand out Currently, during Wednesday Night Bible Study, we are digging into the book of 1 Peter. Come join us at 6:30 PM for the Bible Study followed by prayer time. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/e941e125-a972-42f9-8574-a9d65d6e5607/228-2284244_the-ministry-of-operation-christmas-child-is-building.png Updates - Announcements, Feb 20, 2022 - Make it stand out Sunday evening, at 6:00 PM, our Mission Focus will be on the ministry of Operation Christmas Child and how they minister to Unreached People Groups. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-feb-13-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-02-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/3c0751e3-9b6f-4775-8bbb-acc1d6557452/mother_child+2.jpg Updates - Announcements, Feb. 13, 2022 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-feb-6-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-02-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/b710dc64-b9d1-4fbc-a480-4b51a1bfa5f6/SnowDay.jpg Updates - Announcements, Feb. 6, 2022 - Make it stand out There will be no Wednesday Evening Bible Study today, February 2, 2022. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/77913bac-055b-46e0-812d-741217571f69/Sermon+Theme.png Updates - Announcements, Feb. 6, 2022 - Make it stand out On Sunday Feb. 6. at 10:30 AM Pastor Joe will continue his series on the parables of Jesus. Based on Luke 7:36 - 50 this weeks title is “Why does Jesus eat with sinners?” https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-january-30-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-01-26 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/298b4156-d654-4ade-b115-8561334968b1/Change+for+HOPE+Drive-+slide+%281%29.jpg Updates - Announcements, January 30, 2022 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-january-23-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-01-19 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/757a7931-a1bb-4bf5-bc45-344a5a54332b/slide1-n.jpg Updates - Announcements, January 23, 2022 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-january-19-2022-1 monthly 0.5 2022-01-19 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/7e026eea-a18e-493b-a457-96871ff9596e/Elizabeth-Vedder-1641834374.jpg Updates - Announcements, January 19, 2022 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-january-16-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-01-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/79adfbcc-eae7-4005-9581-f4c5a5356a9c/Elizabeth-Vedder-1641834374.jpg Updates - Announcements, January 16, 2022 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-january-9-2022 monthly 0.5 2022-01-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/07720d12-a190-4aaa-90dc-6373af3979df/get+involved.png Updates - Announcements, January 9, 2022 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-january-2-2022 monthly 0.5 2021-12-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/220667bd-020d-4c84-9906-f5b2219d3d63/communion+1.jpg Updates - Announcements, January 2, 2022 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-december-26-2021 monthly 0.5 2021-12-22 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/7f283c8b-597d-42d2-9eb3-af185fe28737/2.png Updates - Announcements, December 26, 2021 - Make it stand out Come Join Us! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/fda443bf-7e2d-40e8-a8b1-c9bd02968954/Sermon+Theme.png Updates - Announcements, December 26, 2021 - Make it stand out New Sermon Series starting January 2, 2022 https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-december-19-2021 monthly 0.5 2021-12-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/220b8eaa-b1b2-4f8e-a511-86b87101b0a8/MBCChristmas2021+%282%29.png Updates - Announcements December 19, 2021 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/schedule-changes monthly 0.5 2021-12-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/833defdf-a30a-4fdd-9ebb-e3c4805411d4/Winter+4.jpg Updates - Schedule Changes! - Make it stand out As the winter season approaches, we want to remind you that in the event of weather causing a change in our church schedule, announcements will be made on our Facebook page as well as here on our web site. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-december-5-2021 monthly 0.5 2021-12-01 https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-november-28-2021 monthly 0.5 2021-11-26 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/a9386141-7c1d-4b10-ad4d-f5bcc98eb4ba/IMG_3344.JPG Updates - Announcements, November 28, 2021 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-november-21-2021 monthly 0.5 2021-11-17 https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-sunday-nov-14-2021 monthly 0.5 2021-11-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/beb6370f-3cf0-4417-8fd1-826d900afa4b/Packed+Boxes.jpg Updates - Announcements Sunday, Nov. 14, 2021 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-november-7-2021 monthly 0.5 2021-11-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/8a8d48b0-7552-411b-a046-972c4c8d60d0/Ladies-Night-Out-001b.jpg Updates - Announcements, November 7, 2021 - Make it stand out Thursday, November 4 at 6:30 PM. Join us and bring a friend https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-october-31-2021 monthly 0.5 2021-10-27 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/1635356014261-WWJVE241C630LGYAG10W/Packed+Boxes.jpg Updates - Announcements, October 31, 2021 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-october-24-2021 monthly 0.5 2021-10-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/1634751504890-BBZMMFNMEX49KXAOVI0T/002.jpg Updates - Announcements, October 24, 2021 - Make it stand out See the smiles on these kids faces? They were recipients of shoe boxes full of goodies thanks to Operation Christmas Child! We will be packing these kinds of boxes Sunday afternoon. If you want to pack your own shoe box you may pick one up ahead of time and do it at home. We can still use donations of items as well as cash to use for shipping costs. Thank you for all you do! https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-sunday-october-17-2021 monthly 0.5 2021-10-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/1634143265304-G7OFBD9JZTQ6PZ3K0QGM/Exodus+Poster.png Updates - Announcements, Sunday, October 17, 2021 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/1634143401523-K4I2ADRUXD0FATPIGKJF/IMG_0259.JPG Updates - Announcements, Sunday, October 17, 2021 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/coming-up-at-mbc-saturday-october-16 monthly 0.5 2021-10-13 https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/updates/announcements-october-10-2021 monthly 0.5 2021-10-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/1633545541537-B3SI2P7RH28SYZ96OHVZ/002.jpg Updates - Announcements, October 10, 2021 - Make it stand out Come join the fun and bring a friend! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/1633545590708-W7EZ35VWX8XQEZIMUMYY/001.jpg Updates - Announcements, October 10, 2021 - Make it stand out Minister to children around the world by providing items for and packing a Christmas Shoebox for Operation Christmas Child. 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They moved to Manchester in 2021 and are grateful for Manchester, Scott County, and (217). He graduated from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/resources daily 0.75 2026-02-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/1632162934218-DCI6Z39E1YZ8PY0WLDQX/Screenshot+%283%29.png Resouces - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/more daily 0.75 2021-08-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/61098f67c8027f064789edb3/595fc304-1b86-4b05-8c4a-e458192264ee/20210712_094850+%282%29.jpg More - About Click here for the history and beliefs of our church. https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/contact daily 0.75 2021-08-11 https://www.manchesterbaptistchurch.com/about-1 daily 0.75 2025-05-19