Announcements, February 11, 2024
“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.
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.
Beginning Thursday, February 22, Rhonda Wahl will be leading a Ladies Bible Study on Esther. She will have more details soon. Be praying about your participation. We will meet each Thursday at 6:30 PM.
The Activity Committee is planning a Soup/Sandwich/Movie night for March 2 starting at 6:00 PM. Please bring things like chips, dip, popcorn, or desserts. The committee is providing soup, sandwiches and crackers.
Announcements January 21, 2024
Announcements for January 14 apply since we had to cancel church last week. Scripture reference for this week is Galatians 1:11 - 2:21. We hope to see you this Sunday but please stay safe.
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
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!
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.
Special Announcement!!
Due to the extreme weather, Manchester Baptist Church is canceling all services for tomorrow, January 14!
Please contact friends that may not see this and stay safe. Remember, you can find a link to earlier messages on YouTube or as a podcast on this website, on the Resource page.
Announcements, January 14, 2024
This Sunday at 10:30 AM, Pastor Joe continues his Galatians Series with a message titled “What Do I Do with God’s One Gospel?”. His message is based on Galatians 1: 11 - 2: 21.
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
The Pregnancy Resource Center Baby Bottle Campaign starts next week. Pick up your bottle at the church starting next week!
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!
Announcements, January 7, 2024
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.
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We want to recognize and thank Neal Cooper for his many years of service as the church treasurer. Job Well Done!!
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.
Announcements, December 31, 2023
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”
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.
Join us on Thursday, January 4 at 6:30 PM for food, fun and fellowship for all ladies.
Announcements, December 24, 2023
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.
Sunday evening at 6:00 PM will be our Candlelight Christmas Eve Service. Come celebrate the birth of Christ with us!
2024 Bible Reading Plans are available on the table in the Fellowship Hall! Contact the church if you would like a copy and are unable to pick one up.
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On Sunday, December 31 we will have Sunday School at 9:30 AM and Worship Service at 10:30 AM as usual. There will be no Evening Worship Service HAPPY NEW YEAR!
To start the New Year off right we will have our Annual Business meeting on January 3, 2024. We will start at 6:30 PM with a Potluck Fellowship Meal. The Business Meeting will begin at 7:30 PM. Annual reports will be given and we will vote on the new slate of Officers, Teachers and Committees. All members are encouraged to take part!
Thursday, January 4 at 6:30 PM Ladies Night Out Food, fun and fellowship for all ladies.
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.
Announcements, December 17, 2023
Join us Sunday Morning at 10:30 AM for Pastor Joe’s message, “How Does Christmas Drive Out Fear?” based on Isaiah 35.
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!
Monday, December 18 at 3:15 PM We will pass out Goodie Bags at the School Bus Stop. Come Join Us!
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
Sunday, December 31
Sunday School at 9:30 AM and
Worship Service at 10:30 AM as usual.
There will be no Evening Worship Service.
HAPPY NEW YEAR!
Announcements, December 10, 2023
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
Tuesday, December 12 at 6:00 PM The Builders Class will meet at the church to go to the Brass Door in Carrollton for supper.
Sunday, December 17 at 6:00 PM Christmas Stories and Songs
Monday, December 18 at 3:15 PM We will pass out Goodie Bags at the Bus Stop Come Join Us!
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
Announcements, December 3, 2023
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!
Welcome Team Members Are Needed!
If you are interested, meet in front of the sanctuary following this morning’s service.
Deacons will hold their monthly meeting, Monday, December 4 at 7:00 PM.
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.
Announcements, November 26, 2023
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.
The Winchester Christmas Parade is Saturday, December 2 with decorating starting at 4:00 PM at the fairgrounds. Parade kicks off at 7:00 PM.
The Deacons will hold their monthly meeting on Monday, Dec. 4 at 7:00 PM.
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!
Here is our complete Holiday Schedule!
Announcements, November 12, 2023
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.
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.
Our Mission Spotlight will be on the Unreached People Groups in China.
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.
Announcements, November 5, 2023
Come help us pack Operation Christmas Child Shoeboxes during Sunday School time; 9:30 - 10:15 AM.
Pastor Joe’s message this week is titled “What Three Things Does Jesus Pray for His Disciples?”. It is based on John 17: 13 - 19. In the evening at 6:00 PM we will continue the study of 1 John.
Monday, November 6 at 7:00 PM, the Deacons will have their monthly meeting.
Tuesday, November 21 at 6:30 PM
Pie and Praise Fellowship
No Wednesday Evening Bible Study this week.
Announcements, October 29, 2023
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.
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Tomorrow, October 30 is Free Lunch Monday for Winchester High School students. Come help us serve a crowd favorite, Pulled Pork sandwiches.
November 2 at 6:30 PM is Ladies Night Out. We will be doing a fall craft after we eat. Join us!
Don’t forget to change your clocks! Saturday night November 4
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.
Announcements, October 22, 2023
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.
Join us for the fun!
Monday, October 30 We will be providing Free Lunch Monday for Winchester High School!
Sunday, November 5, 9:30 AM
Help us pack boxes at the Pack-A-Shoebox Party in the Fellowship Hall!
Announcements, October 15, 2023
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.
We will be providing Free Lunch Monday for Winchester High School students on Monday, October 30. A sign-up sheet is on the board if you would be able to provide a couple dozen cookies, bagged two per bag, if possible. We expect to serve about 100 kids.
Announcements, October 8, 2023
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!!
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.
Sunday 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.
Announcements, October 1, 2023
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.
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!
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.
Announcements, September 24, 2023
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.
We celebrate with the people of Rooted Community Church in Lebanon, IL as they celebrate their First Anniversary as a church!
Announcements, September 17, 2023
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.
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.
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!