Announcements, October 26, 2025
· 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.
This Sunday morning at 10:30 AM Pastor Joe’s message based on Colossians 4: 2 - 6 is titled “What Is Church For?”. At 6:00 PM he will discuss 2 Kings as we go “Book by Book through the Bible”. If you are unable to attend both messages will be posted on Spotify as podcast and the morning message will be on YouTube and Facebook.
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.
· Our Operation Christmas Child Packing Party will be on Sun. Nov. 2 during the Sunday School hour. An Adult class will meet in the Sanctuary for those not packing boxes as the Packing Party will be held in the Fellowship Hall. Last year we packed 141 boxes. Thanks to your generosity we hope to pack even more this year.
Announcements, October 19, 2025
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.
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 ever Sunday.
Saturday, Oct 25 at 7 AM Breakfast and Bible will resume for the men. They will be studying “The Character of God”. Invite your friends!
Monday, Oct. 27 we serve Free Lunch Monday to the Winchester High School students. See Tom Campbell if you would like to help.
Trunk or Treat is scheduled for Wednesday, Oct. 29 from 5:30 to 7:30 PM. Come join us for a fun evening.
Packing party for Operation Christmas Child is Sunday, Nov. 2 We appreciate all your donation so far.
Announcements, October 12, 2025
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.
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:
Trunk or treat is scheduled for October 29 in the church parking lot. Join us for a fun time!
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!
Don’t forget to let Pastor Joe know how much you appreciate him and his family during this Pastor Appreciation Month!
Announcements, October 5, 2025
Brian Kenney, Interim Associational Mission Strategist for Sandy Creek Association will be our guest speaker for both the am and pm services. Join us at 10:30 am and/or at 6:00 pm on Sunday.
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.
Also on Monday, October 6, at 6:30 PM the final session of the four-week Bible Study on Rebekah and Rachel will be held.
Starting Wednesday, October 15 at 6:30 pm during our Bible Study and Prayer time we will be doing a video Bible Study titled “From the Rising of the Sun.” We will learn and celebrate the ways God is worshiped around the world every Sunday.
Trunk or treat is scheduled for Wednesday, October 29. Start planning how you will decorate your vehicle.
October is the time to donate a WOW item for Operation Christmas Child. Suggestions include a Doll, a Large toy, a Soccer ball & pump, a Stuffed animal, or a Musical instrument.
Announcements, September 28, 2025
Pastor Joe’s sermon text this week is Colossians 3: 15 - 17. The title of his message is “If Christ Is Lord, How Should that Change the Church?” We hope you can join us at 10:30 AM for this message. In the evening at 6 PM, he will be discussing the Song of Solomon as we go “Book by Book, The Bible One Book at a Time”.
On Monday, Sept. 29 at 6:30 PM Rhonda will lead the ladies in the third session of the Rebekah and Rachel Bible Study.
Wed. Oct. 1 - 6 to 6:45 PM Note special time. Wed. Potluck Meal, Missionary Karen Kolb will be visiting us. From 6:45 to 7:15 PM Karen will give a short presentation of her mission work in Guatemala. At 7:30 PM we will start our Quarterly Business Meeting.
Thursday, October 2 at 6:30 PM Ladies Night Out Come, bring a friend and enjoy an evening of food, fun and fellowship. Everything is provided.
Monday, October 6 from 9 to 10 AM Scott County Health Department will give flu shots in the Fellowship Hall. Don’t be late! They have a tight schedule!
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.
Announcements, September 21, 2025
Sunday morning at 10:30 AM Pastor Joe will discuss “What Must Change If We Look Like Jesus?” based on Colossians 14: 12 - 14. Sunday evening at 6:00 PM he will continue the chronological trip through the Bible, one book at a time. Tonight’s book is Proverbs. Here is the list he is following for this series.
Below is a brief overview of our fall and early winter activities. More detailed information will be given closer to the time of each activity. Of course, we always have Wednesday Evening Bible Study and Prayer at 6:30 PM and Ladies Night Out on the first Thursday of each month, also at 6:30 PM.
Breakfast and Bible for the men will be resuming soon. We will have details when they are finalized.
Monday, September 22 at 6:30 PM The ladies are invited to join Rhonda for the second of a four-week Bible Study on Rebekah and Rachel.
During the month of September we will focus on collecting Craft & Activity items for Operation Christmas Child.
Announcements, September 14, 2025
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.
We are sorry to report that one of our long-time missionaries, Marlin Baker, passed away on July 8, 2025. When he was 14 years old he made the decision to accept Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior. He enlisted in the Army in December of 1952 and was wounded in Korea and received numerous medals including the Purple Heart. He later returned to Korea as a missionary and spread the gospel there for 22 years. After being forced to leave Korea for his own safety, he continued his missionary journey in the Philippines where he spent 5 more years. After returning home to the US he volunteered as a prison chaplain for over 30 years, into his 90’s. Our deepest sympathy to his wife and children and all who loved him.
Missionary Marlin Baker, age 93, August 14, 1931 - July 8, 2025
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.
Announcements, September 7, 2025
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.
Sunday evening at 6:00 PM Pastor Joe will cover the Book of 2 Samuel as we go “Book by Book, The Bible One Book at a Time”.
Monday, September 15 at 6:30 PM All ladies are invited to join Rhonda Wahl for the first of a four-week Bible Study on Rebekah and Rachel. They will meet each Monday through October 6. Please let her know if you plan to attend.
Some special things are happening in October so we want to give you an early heads-up.
Wednesday, October 1 Missionary Karen Kolb will be visiting us starting at 6 to 7 PM ~ Wed. Potluck Meal Note special time.
From 6:45 to 7:15 PM ~ Karen will give a short presentation of her mission work in Guatemala.
At 7:30 PM we will have our quarterly Business Meeting
Monday, October 6 from 9 to 10 AM
Scott County Health Department will give flu shots in the Fellowship Hall. Don’t be late!
During the month of September we will focus on collecting Craft & Activity items for Operation Christmas Child.
Announcements, August 24, 2025
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.
“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”.
Ladies, remember that we will resume Ladies Nigh Out on Thursday, September 4th at 6:30 pm. Come enjoy a free supper followed by some kind of fun and fellowship!
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.
Announcements, August 17, 2025
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.
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.
We will meet the school bus in our parking lot on Wednesday, August 20 for a Back to School Giveaway. This time we are handing out Popsicles. Come join us at 2:30 and receive a blessing from this local ministry!
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Keep in mind that Ladies Night Out will resume on September 4th at 6:30 PM. Supper is provided and you never know what kind of fun they may have planned for us. Come join us for an evening of Fun, Food, and Fellowship! Invite your friends. There is no charge to participate.
Announcements, August 10, 2025
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.
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.
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.
Back to School Bus Stop Give Away, August 20 at 2:30 PM Join us as we meet the school bus and pass out Popsicles to the students.
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.
Announcements, August 3, 2025
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”.
Upcoming items of note - On Monday, August 4 at 7:00 PM the Deacons will meet. At the close of the Morning Service on Sunday, August 10, we will have a short Special Called Business Meeting to elect Messengers for the Sandy Creek Association Annual Meeting.
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.
Announcements, July 20, 2025
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”.
Since we are all tired from the activities so far this summer there are no exciting announcements this week. Instead we want to remind you that we have Bible study each Wednesday evening at 6:30 PM. Some of the men meet at Jones House in Roodhouse, IL at 7:00 AM each week and invite all men to join them for coffee/breakfast and fellowship. Ladies Night Out will resume in September.
The main thing we are working on right now is collecting items for Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes. Each month we focus on different items that we need donated. Check out the graph Andrea has made to help us know which items need donated.
This month we are suggesting you donate toys for the boxes.
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.
Announcements, July 13, 2025
We have had a fun and educational time at Vacation Bible School this week. Our theme was the Whole Armor of God.
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!
Sunday morning at 10:30 AM Pastor Joe will continue his Summer in the Psalms series with a message from Psalm 44 titled “How Do Righteous Suffer?” In the evening he will speak on Deuteronomy as he goes ‘Book by Book, The Bible One Book at a Time”.
For the month of July we are collecting Toys for Operation Christmas Child. Some ideas are Balls, Frisbee, Building blocks, Finger puppet, Slinkey, Yo-Yo, Magnets, Kaleidoscope, Interactive toys and Other small toys and figures.
Announcements, June 29, 2025
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.
Sunday Morning June 29 Pastor Joe will continue “Summer in the Psalms” with a message titled “Why Aren’t We Ever Satisfied?” based on Psalm 42. Sunday Evening at 6:00 PM we invite you to join us as we have an opportunity to share a favorite Story or Song about what God has done for us! Pastor Joe will also continue taking us through the Bible one book at a time. This week that book is Leviticus.
Our Quarterly Business Meeting will be held on Wednesday, July 2 starting with a potluck meal at 6:30 PM. Everyone is invited to the potluck!
“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!
Operation Christmas Child Shoeboxes News We have been notified that our shoeboxes last year went to the country of Benin in West Africa. We collect donated items all year round so we can pack lots of boxes. So far this year we have collected Clothing and Accessories, Personal Care items, Girls Clothing, Boys Clothing and for the month of July we are collecting Toys for the Operation Christmas Child . If you would like to donate items that will fit in a shoebox of cash to purchase items, you can drop items off at the church any time. We pack the boxes in November. Here are some of the boxes we packed previously!
Announcements, June 22, 2025
We are having a great time this week! You can still join us this Thursday and Friday from 9 - 12.
Learning basket ball skills.
Pickle ball!
Healthy Snacks!
Bible object lesson
Wacky Games! Carry the water balloon on a spoon relay. More to come this week!
Sunday morning at 10:30 AM Pastor Joe will feature Psalm 41 in his message. Sunday evening at 6:00 PM he will cover the book of Exodus as he goes “Book by Book, The Bible, One Book at a Time”.
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.
Join us from 9am to 11:20am each day. Enjoy Bible, Art, Games, and Music as we learn about “The Armor of God.”
Announcements, June 15,2025 Happy Father’s Day!
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.
Kids Sports Day Camp starts Monday, June 16 and goes through Friday, June 20. All kids ages 6 – 12 are invited to join us each day from 9AM – Noon. Prep work is underway!
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!
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!
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.
Announcements, June 8, 2025
Come help the Cemetery Association by enjoying a pork chop or porky burger supper!
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.
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.
In case you aren’t aware, we normally post a video of each Sunday morning’s message on YouTube (@MBC 404) and share it to our Facebook page (Manchester Baptist Church, Manchester, IL). Sunday evening’s messages are posted as a podcast on Spotify and we will be sharing them to Facebook also. They usually are posted Monday mornings.
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!
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.
Announcements, June 1, 2025
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!
Activities for the month include:
Monday, June 2 at 7:00 PM Deacons Meeting
Ladies Night Out will not meet during the summer!
Saturday, June 7 from 5 – 7 PM Cemetery Benefit Pork Chop Supper in the Manchester Community Park All proceeds will go to the Manchester Cemetery Association Cost $12 The menu will include: A pork chop or porky burger; potato salad; cole slaw; baked beans Pie or cake; tea, coffee, or lemonade
Kids Sports Day Camp in the Manchester Community Park Monday, June 16 through Friday, June 20 For ages 6 – 12, 9AM – 12 PM To register call the church at 217-587-2761 or sign up on our website at manchesterbaptistchurch.com
Sunday, June 22 at 5:00 PM VBS planning meeting
Saturday, June 28 BBQ Fest in the Manchester Community Park BBQ contest, Food, Music and Fun Call the church to register to cook. All meat is furnished. Call the church for details on the contest. Judging starts at 4 PM and eating at 5 PM
Sunday, June 29 at 6:00 PM Stories and Songs: Your opportunity to sing a song, give your testimony, share a favorite story of what Christ has done for you.
Announcements, May 25, 2025
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.
We have a lot of things coming up in the next few weeks! Join us when you can.
Monday, May 26 at 10:00 AM Memorial Day Service at the Manchester Cemetery.
Wednesday, May 28 at 9:30 AM. Time to make slaw for the Manchester Cemetery Pork Chop Supper Benefit. Bring your favorite knife and cutting surface and come to the Fellowship Hall
Saturday, May 31 at 7:00 AM Men’s Breakfast and Bible This is the last one for the season!
Monday, June 2 at 7:00 PM Deacons Meeting
Ladies Night Out will not meet during the summer months!
Saturday, June 7 from 5 – 7 PM Pork Chop Supper in the Manchester Community Park.
All proceeds will go to the Manchester Cemetery Association. Cost $12.00
The menu will include:
A pork chop or porky burger; potato salad; cole slaw; baked beans
Pie or cake; tea, coffee, or lemonade
Call the church at 217-587-2761 to register your child. We have limited spaces. Please leave a message if no answer.
