Announcements, March 27, 2022
Pastor Joe’s message at 10:30 AM Sunday, titled “What Attitude Should We Have When We Come to God?” is based on Mark 14: 32 - 51.
At 6:00 PM our Missionary Focus is on Belarus. We will also continue the study of 1 Peter.
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
Announcements, March 20, 2022
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.
Sunday morning at 10:30 AM, Pastor Joe will bring a message based on Mark 14:10 - 31, titled “What Does Jesus Do With Obstacles?”
Sunday evening at 6:00 PM our Missionary Focus is on Israel and the Jewish People and we will continue the study of 1 Peter.
Announcements, March 13, 2022
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.
This week’s message is the final one in the “And He Told Them” series. It is based on Luke 12:35 - 48 and is titled “How Do Disciples Live While Jesus Is Away?”
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.
Announcements, March 6, 2022
Tracts are available for you to use. Pick some up today!
Sunday, March 6 at 10:30 AM Pastor Joe will continue the series “And He Told Them” with a message titled “How Do Money and Possessions Fool Us?” based on Luke 12: 13 - 34.
Thanks to all who filled a baby bottle to benefit the Pregnancy Resource Center. So far we have 24 bottles returned. If you have one out, please return it as soon as possible.
Remember to pray for each other, our community, our country and especially pray for those in our church family who have ongoing health issues and other situations that seem beyond their control.
Announcements, Feb. 27, 2022
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.
Pastor Joe’s message this Sunday is titled “How Do You Teach Someone to Pray?” based on Luke 11:1 - 13. Join us at 10:30 AM as we continue the “And He Told Them” series.
Sunday Evening at 6:00 PM we will continue the study of 1 Peter.
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!
Announcements, Feb 20, 2022
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.
This Sunday morning at 10:30 AM Pastor Joe’s message, based on Luke 10:25 - 37 will be titled “What does my neighbor have to do with my eternal life?”
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.
Don’t forget to return your filled Baby Bottle next week.
Announcements, Feb. 13, 2022
Thanks to all who have filled Baby Bottles to benefit the Pregnancy Resource Center! The Drive will end in two weeks, on Sunday, February 27, so please return your bottle by then.
We are thankful for good reports for some we have been praying for and continue to lift them and others up in prayer!!
This Sunday morning we will learn about the parable of the seeds from Luke 8:4 - 15. The title of Pastor Joe’s message is “What makes the difference between a disciple and a crowd?”
Sunday evening we will learn more about Unreached People Groups in our missions moments then we will continue the study of 1 Peter. Come join us at 10:30 AM and 6:00 PM.
Announcements, Feb. 6, 2022
There will be no Wednesday Evening Bible Study today, February 2, 2022.
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?”
Sunday Evening at 6:00 PM we will begin studying the book of 1 Peter.
In this week’s Sunday Evening mission time we will feature Unreached People Groups (ethnic groups who have no one to preach the gospel). Please continue to pray for them throughout the week as you pray for other needs in our church family.
Have you filled a baby bottle with your donation for the Pregnancy Resource Center? Your donation helps women and families in our community in many ways. Some of the ways are to provide material for the HOPE Mentoring Program, to further education for all their clients and to impact families for lifelong change. You may pick up a bottle at the church. The Drive will end on Sunday, February 27.
Announcements, January 30, 2022
Join us Sunday morning at 10:30 AM when Pastor Joe’s message titled “How do I avoid fooling myself that I’m following Jesus?” will be based on Luke 6:46 - 49.
Sunday evening at 6:00 PM we will continue our study of 2 Thessalonians.
Announcements, January 23, 2022
We appreciate having talented and willing men in the church who are able to step in when there is a need. For example, Randy Wahl who spoke last week in Pastor Joe’s place. Pastor Joe’s message titled “What do we learn from the words we say?” based on Luke 6:43 - 45 will be presented this week.
Sunday Evening at 6:00 PM we will continue the study of 2 Thessalonians.
Announcements, January 19, 2022
The arrangements for Lucille Vedder's services are as follows: A funeral service will be held 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 22, 2022, at Daws Funeral Home in Jacksonville with interment in Youngblood Cemetery in Nortonville. A visitation will be held Saturday, 9:30 a.m. until time of services at the funeral home. Dinner will be served here at the church following the services.
Announcements, January 16, 2022
Sunday morning Pastor Joe’s Message is titled “What do we learn from the words we say?” based on Luke 6:43-45.
Sunday evening at 6:00 PM we will continue the study of 2 Thessalonians.
We are morning the loss of Lucille Vedder. Here is a portion of her obituary in case you haven’t seen it.
Elizabeth Lucille Vedder, 91, of Murrayville passed away Friday, Jan. 7, 2022, at Jacksonville Memorial Hospital. She was born, Aug. 18, 1930, in East St. Louis, the daughter of Lee Morris and Donetta Johnson Jeffrey. She married Billy A. Vedder, March 4, 1950, in Jacksonville. He preceded her in death Sept. 7, 2012.
She is survived by 4 Children, 13 grandchildren, 22 great-grand children and 2 great great grandchildren and many others who loved her.
Lucille was a member of the Manchester Baptist Church, Nortonville Community Club and Alsey Baptist Prayer Group. She worked at Mason’s Grocery Store, in Murrayville, for 40 years where she was famous for her pies and potato salad. Lucille loved Jesus, her family and her community.
Services for Lucille have been delayed due to COVID 19. Memorials are suggested to the Nortonville Cemetery.
Announcements, January 9, 2022
This Sunday morning at 10:30 AM, Pastor Joe’s sermon, based on Luke 6:39-42, is titled “What is a temptation for every disciple?
Sunday School classes help people of all ages grow to be like Jesus. That is our focus as a church: growing to be like Jesus. Join us each Sunday morning at 9:30 AM.
A preschool class is now available for children, ages one through four, during the Morning Worship service. A Mother’s Room is also available in the Kids Ministry Hall.
Our Sunday evening service is a little more informal than Sunday morning. We sing, learn about and pray for God’s work around the world, and listen to a sermon. If you can’t attend on Sunday morning because of work or travel, want something a little less crowded, or are excited about growing as a disciple we invite you to come at 6:00 PM.
Wednesday evening at 6:30 PM we offer a Bible Study and Prayer time. Currently we are studying the Book of John.
Each Tuesday, at 7:00 A.M., men are welcome to join the Men’s Coffee Fellowship at the North End Café in White Hall for fellowship and a short devotion.
Announcements, January 2, 2022
We will celebrate The Lord’s Supper this Sunday.
Pastor Joe’s message, titled “What makes Jesus’ disciples different?”, is based on Luke 5:33-39. Sunday evening at 6:00 PM we will continue the study of 2 Thessalonians.
January 5 at 6:30 PM - Wednesday Fellowship Meal and at 7:30 PM Business Meeting. Annual reports will be given.
Ladies Night Out is cancelled for this January.
Announcements, December 26, 2021
Come Join Us!
New Sermon Series starting January 2, 2022
Sunday, Morning, December 26 at 10:30 AM, Pastor Joe’s message is based on Luke 2:22 - 38 and is titled “Why is Christmas about Freedom?”
At 6:00 PM we will continue our study of 2 Thessalonians.
January 5 at 6:00 PM - Wednesday Fellowship Meal and Business Meeting. Annual reports will be given.
January 6 at 6:30 PM - Ladies Night Out
Announcements December 19, 2021
Starting today we are back to our regular schedule of Sunday School at 9:30 AM, Worship Service at 10:30 AM and 6:00 PM and Wednesday Evening Bible Study at 6:30 PM.
Pastor Joe’s message this Sunday morning is titled “What Does God want at Christmas?” based on Luke 1:57 - 80.
Our Evening Service tonight at 6:00 PM is our Open Mic Christmas Hymn Sing. Join us for a song filled evening as we worship our Lord and Saviour.
We will have identical Christmas Eve Services at 3:00 PM and 7:00 PM. Invite your family to come hear the Gospel Story.
Maurine Hoots will be 95 on Christmas Day. Let’s shower her with cards!
Schedule Changes!
The leadership of Manchester Baptist Church has made a few changes to our regular schedule to keep everyone safe after an increase of sickness in our area and church family.
1. We WILL continue to have both Morning and Evening Worship.
2. Wednesday Night Bible Study is cancelled for tonight, Dec. 8, and next Wednesday, Dec. 15.
3. There will be no Sunday School on Dec. 12.
4. Cocoa and Carols Open House scheduled for Friday evening Dec. 10 has been postponed.
We want to be clear that we are continuing to have our normal Sunday Worship Services.
We want our church and community to stay healthy and be able to worship and celebrate together this season. Please pass the word to your friends and relatives.
Announcements, December 12, 2021
Pastor Joe’s message at 10:30 AM this Sunday is titled “What is the result of Christianity?” based on Luke 1:39 - 56.
Sunday evening at 6:00 PM we will continue the study of 2 Thessalonians.
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.
Announcements, December 5, 2021
This Sunday, Pastor Joe’s message titled “What Promise Do You Hold Onto?” is based on Luke 1:26 - 38.
In the evening at 6:00 PM we will continue the study of 2 Thessalonians.
This Week, in addition to our normal activities, you are invited to a Cocoa & Carols Open House at the pastor’s home on Friday, Dec. 10 from 6 to 8 PM.
Be planning how you will participate in the Open Mic Christmas Hymn Sing on Sunday, Dec. 19 at 6:00 PM.
Start telling your friends about the Christmas Eve Services at 3:00 and 7:00 PM.
Announcements, November 28, 2021
Thanks to your generosity we were able to prepare 82 boxes for Operation Christmas Child! This will enable that many more children to receive gifts and hear the gospel, possibly for the first time.
Wednesday, December 1 at 6:30 PM
Join us for Bible Study with prayer time to follow.
Thursday, December 2 at 6:30 PM
Ladies Night Out White Elephant Gift Exchange!
Wear your Christmas sweater and
Bring your favorite Christmas candy or cookies to share!
Saturday, December 4, at 6:00 PM
Winchester Christmas Lights Parade
Line up at 5:00 PM at Daws and join the youth in all the fun.
Deck yourself out with glow sticks or other lighted wearables and help us pass out candy and literature to the crowd.
We will be singing many Christmas Carols during our services throughout the month of December. Come join us in praising God on the birth of His Son!
Announcements, November 21, 2021
Sunday, November 21 at 10:30 AM,
Ordination Service for Pastor Joe Radosevich! Kevin Jones from the Illinois State Baptist Association will be our special speaker.
Tuesday, November 23 at 6:30 PM
Thanks and Pie Fellowship
We will end the evening by decorating the church for Christmas.
No Wednesday evening Bible Study on Nov.24.
Thursday, December 2 at 6:30 PM
Ladies Night Out
White Elephant Gift Exchange! Wear your Christmas sweater and bring your favorite Christmas candy or cookies to share!
Saturday, December 4 at 6:00 PM
Winchester Christmas Lights Parade
Line up at 5:00 PM and join the youth in all the fun. Deck yourself out with glow sticks or other lighted wearables.