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HomeWork
The December Edition
"What is the Home working on this month?"
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Sweet Home Missionary Baptist Church
3634 West 11th Avenue, Gary, IN 46404 (219)977-1400
Rev. Marlon C. Mack, Sr. - Pastor and Teacher
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Sweet Home 2023:
"The 5G Church"
We Gather, We Group, We Grow, We Go, We Give
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From the Pastor:
Joy to the world, the Lord is come! This is the season that we celebrate the incarnation, Emmanuel, God with us. God, in His desire to be a part of every area of our lives, chose to manifest His power, purpose, and presence in our lives by coming in the person of Jesus the Christ, to be the vicarious, substitutionary sacrifice as payment for the penalty of our sins.
Because God loves us so much, when we were separated from Him because of sin, He redeemed us to Himself. While we celebrate the holiday season, let's keep in mind the true and eternal reason for our joy. The God who loves us died for us, that we might live for Him!
Please know that if you have any ideas or submissions, you can send them to us at info@sweethomembcgary.org.
In Anticipation of Greater,
Rev. Marlon C. Mack, Sr., Senior Pastor
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Here are the latest opportunities to strengthen
your faith and connect with our community:
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Sunday Worship: 11 a.m.
(in-person & virtual)
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Every 1st Sunday @ 10:30 a.m. - Prayer Meeting
(in-person only)
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Church-At-Study: Sunday Mornings at 9:30 a.m. (beginning in January 2024)
(in-person only)
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Word On Wednesdays: Wednesday Evenings at 6:30 p.m.
(virtual through our website, FB Digital Campus & church Facebook page)
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Our streaming platforms are:
Facebook Live
YouTube Live
freeonlinechurch.com
Sweet Home MBC Gary Roku Channel
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Every Sunday - Tithes & Offerings
- Cash App - $sweethomembcgaryin
- Givelify - Sweet Home Missionary Baptist Church
1st Sundays - Benevolent Offering
- Cash App - $sweethomembcgaryin
- Givelify - Sweet Home Missionary Baptist Church
1st Sundays - Pastor's Love Offering
- Cash App - $revmcmacksr
- Cash App - $sweethomembcgaryin
Gideon's Gift Blessing - through Givelify/Cash App/Check
- Adults: $12/month
- Young Adults: $8/month
- Youth: $4/month
**You are always welcome to send a donation by check made out to Sweet Home MBC to:
Sweet Home MBC
3634 West 11th Avenue
Gary, IN 46404
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Click the preferred link below to give your donation: | Cash App ($sweethomembcgaryin) | |
NOTE: We are asking all who can to give $10/month to our Scholarship Fund, and $10/month to our Building Fund. | |
Sweet Home Community News - December 2023 | |
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Upcoming Events
*GMBSCI 2023 Fall Board Meeting, Anderson, IN
Date: Friday, December 1st, 2023
Time: 10:00am
*Minister's Meeting
Date: Sunday, December 3rd, 2023
Time: 9:30am
*Sweet Home Corporate Prayer
Date: Sunday, December 3rd, 2023
Time: 10:30am (in-person)
*Grace MBC Christmas Brunch at The Doubletree Hotel, Alsip, IL
Date: Saturday, December 9th, 2023
Time: 12noon
*Fellowship Council of the Baptist Ministers' Christmas Service at Sweet Home MBC
Date: Friday, December 15th, 2023
Time: 6pm
*Pastor's Christmas Service - our guest is Van Buren MBC
Date: Wednesday, December 17th, 2023
Time: 3pm
*Annual Church Conference
Date: Sunday, December 24th, 2023
Time: 10am
*Watchnight Service
Date: Sunday, December 31st, 2023
Time: 7pm
*Happy Birthday to all of our December birthday members!
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Member Spotlight:
Sis. Liz Braswell
The Member Spotlight for the month of December is Sis. Liz Braswell!
Sis. Liz has become our resident seamstress and skin care consultant! She is an active member of our S.A.S.S.Y. women's ministry and is a dutiful and caregiving aunt to Min. Gwen Cooper.
Sis. Liz was asked what her favorite scripture is, and her response was this: "My favorite scripture is Psalm 23, because when I was 8 years old, I almost drowned, and developed a fear of water. But, when I turned 16, I was baptized! That's when I discovered that the Lord is truly my Shepherd!"
According to Sis. Liz, God has displayed so much love, grace, and mercy in her life. She wholeheartedly believes in the power of prayer and the consistency of prayer. "God will answer your prayers", she proclaims, "all you have to do is trust Him!"
Sis. Liz is a resident of the Gary, IN community, and is the proud mother of three honorable young men. She loves to bowl and enjoys attending bowling tournaments during the summer season. She is retired from the retail industry as a make-up/skincare and fragrance consultant, but continues to sew and do alterations, as this is one of her many gifts. Sis. Liz makes coats, suits, and dresses. "Whatever you want, I can make it," was her response when asked what her specialty was.
Sis. Liz wants to leave these final words with our readers, "PRAYER WORKS!" She said that it doesn't matter what size the problem is, or the length of your prayer. None of that will stop God from hearing you. Our Lord and our Shepherd will provide, keep, and protect us, no matter what! Praise God for that word of encouragement, Sis. Liz! God Bless you!
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Ministry Highlight
This month's Ministry Highlight is the Finance Committee of the Sweet Home MB Church. This dedicated group works diligently to ensure that your generous donations (tithes & offerings), are calculated, recorded, and deposited correctly so that the operations of our ministry continue to be effective and efficient.
Join me in expressing our sincerest gratitude to Delmar (Shae) Kendall, Juanita Adams, Min. Stephanie Harden, Judith Rogers, Mae, Weatherspoon, and Gail Mangum for their commitment to the cause of Christ here at The Home!
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Pastor Marlon C. Mack, Sr.
Sis. Marilyn Caruthers
Bro. Leonard Caruthers
Sis. Emma McCloud
Bro. Greg McCloud
Bro. John Henderson
Min. Gwen Cooper
Sis. Annie Aldrich
Sis. Latasha Myers
Sis. Samantha Johnson
Sis. Kim Roberson
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"The Reason for the Season"
The holiday season brings out different emotions for different people. Some people are happy for the days filled with family and food; some are saddened by the thought of yet another celebration without a loved one who is no longer here. Both are OK. One thing that we want to remember in either case is the real reason for the season. Although Christmas is a commercialized holiday, we as Christians still have an opportunity to be the reminder of what we should be celebrating. Gifts are great, decorations are beautiful, but there is no Christmas without CHRIST. Take the time to really reflect on what God has done for you. If you’re reading this, just the fact that He brought you through another 12 months (no matter how hard those months may have been) is something to celebrate. God gifted us with His only Son, so that we who deserved nothing could have a chance at an eternity with EVERYTHING. If this season brings you joy, give thanks to God. If this season brings you pain, give thanks to God. No matter what you may feel, just remember the reason for the season.
Thank you to anyone who has found some enjoyment in reading these Millennial Moments throughout this year.
With love and gratitude -
Sis. Alicia Allen
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Christian Education Corner
We will be resuming our Church-At-Study on Sunday mornings at 9:30am beginning in January 2024!
To kick off the next phase of Strategic Discipleship - Phase II, we will have a Commitment Breakfast on Sunday, January 7th, 2024 at 8:30am in the Fellowship Hall. All are welcome!
Also, our Christian Education department will be acknowledging Perfect Attendance and Active Participation with monthly appreciation incentives.
Praise God for the growth and commitment of studying His Word!
See you there!
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FRESH EXPRESSIONS
HAS ARRIVED!!
Under the leadership of Pastor Mack, we will begin expanding our reach into non-traditional areas of our community for ministerial connections.
Every 4th Saturday of the month @ 9am, FRESH EXPRESSIONS: BROTHERS & BREAKFAST will take place at a different eatery. Stay tuned for the next FRESH EXPRESSIONS: BROTHERS & BREAKFAST location!
Also, Beginning Thursday, January 18th, 2024 @ 7pm, FRESH EXPRESSIONS: HOLY SMOKE will be at:
Elements Cigar Lounge, 8349 Indianapolis Blvd., Highland, IN
For more information, please contact Pastor Mack at (219)810-3900.
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Click here to read their story and consider making a donation today!
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Heavenly Manna is available for purchase...
Only $10!
Visit: transitions-unlimited.com or call the church at: (219)977-1400
to order your devotional today!
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The Digital Campus has launched...
Please join with us and engage in this amazing move of God!!
On the Digital Campus Facebook page, we have the Discipleship Challenge on Mondays, Word On Wednesdays sermonic discussion, a Weekly wrap-up, church check-in's and more!!
JOIN TODAY AND GROW WITH US!!
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PRAISE REPORTS
We are always grateful to God for His healing and delivering power flowing through our congregation!
| The Lord has been blessing our congregation with growth! Praise God for our new members! | We were blessed with the presence of Dr. Willie Wilson and his band to celebrate our 61st Church Anniversary! | BONUS: We have an awesome 61st Sweet Home Church Anniversary Commemorative video to share! You can view it on our website and our YouTube channel!! | Sis. Mae Weatherspoon's Granddaughter, Morgan (pictured in the front row, left) and her ice-skating team, won 1st place in their synchronized skating competition! Continued Godspeed to those beautiful young ladies as they express their Godly talents! | | |
Sweet Home's Business Showcase
To learn more, call the church at (219)977-1400
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click the following link to request more information.
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Have you lost weight? Did you an item online, but it doesn't fit quite right? See Sis. Liz Braswell for custom alterations and designs to help you look your best! To request her services, email Liz at braswelleliz@gmail.com. | | | |
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Infinite Accounting Services | Do you need your taxes done? Do you have Payroll or Accounting issues for your business? Sis. Shanta Mack can provide practical solutions and professional service! | | | |
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In search of a new look, or seeking to consistently maintain your existing one? Rachel's Beauty Bar specializes in cuts, styles, braids, esthetics, and facials. If you want a real happy hour, spend it at the Beauty Bar! | | |
Do you have something you want published in our newsletter? If there is a prayer, testimony, business opportunity or community news that we can share, please reach out to Min. Stephanie Harden, Minister of Outreach and Evangelism, at (219)779-0075 or sweethomembcgary@gmail.com to submit it for review!
Thank you for your continued support of the Sweet Home ministry.
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