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Wednesday Night Activities Resume - January 7
Wednesday night activities resume January 7. Join us for dinner that starts at 4:45, adult discipleship opportunities, children's activities and student worship as we launch into a new season together. We can’t wait to see you there!
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Take a Spiritual Gifts Inventory! (January 11)
As we begin 2026, we are inviting every member to go “All-In” through a renewed focus on
Whole-Life Stewardship—faithfully stewarding who God has made you to be for His purposes. A key first step will be completing a Spiritual Gifts Inventory during Sunday School on January 11 to help you better understand how God has uniquely equipped you to serve. For those who prefer a digital option, an Excel-based inventory is available and may be completed at home, saved as a PDF, and emailed to pam.smith@tabernacle.org. This inventory is the first step in a broader process of building a personalized ministry pathway that will help connect your gifts, passions, and calling to meaningful service as we learn to know ourselves more fully, live God’s way more boldly, and share ourselves more wholly for the sake of the gospel.
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Wednesday Night Adult Discipleship - Spiritual Gifts: What They Are and How to Use Them – Starting January 14, 2026
Join us for Adult Discipleship on Wednesday nights at 6:00 pm as we study Dan Darling’s book Spiritual Gifts: What They Are and How to Use Them. We will offer two classes: a women’s class led by Diane Sauls and Carol Griffin in the Room 206, and a co-ed class led by Rob Sauls and Dr. Stephen Allen in Room 209. This study provides 6 sessions of rich biblical teaching, personal study, and practical guidance for discovering and using the gifts God has given you. Come ready to gather and grow in an understanding of yourself so you can go and serve in the unique way that God has gifted you.
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Church-Wide Fellowship & Ministry Team Sign-Up Fair - January 11
There will be a church-wide fellowship lunch on Sunday, January 11, immediately following worship in the Life Center Gym. We invite you to bring a side dish or dessert – the church will provide the meat! During the gathering, you can explore service opportunities through our various ministry teams. Informational and sign-up tables will be set up all around the room. Come and find a place where can serve God’s Kingdom through the many ministries of Tabernacle Baptist Church.
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New Year's 55+ Lunch
Happy New Year! Be sure to make plans to attend and enjoy the food and fellowship for our next 55+ Adult Lunch on Tuesday, January 13 at 11:45 AM. Special guest speaker will be Ken Jones, Campus Minister at Kennesaw State University.
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Men's Ministry Breakfast
The next Men's Ministry Breakfast is set for Saturday, January 24 at 8 AM in the Fellowship Hall. The speaker will be former coach Rayvan Teague of the Carrollton Trojan football team. We look forward to a great time of fellowship!
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Quarterly Church Conference
Our next Quarterly Church Conference is Sunday, January 25, at 4 PM in the Chapel.
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Deacon Ordination
Please join us for a Deacon Ordination Service on Sunday, January 25, at 5 PM in the Worship Center. Eric Dalton, Clint Hoffman, Kelly Heggeland, and Allyson Bretch will be ordained during this special and meaningful service. A cookie and punch reception will follow in the Heritage room.
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TeamTAB Registration is Open
Registration is now open for the TeamTAB 5K Challenge—a 12-week, beginner-friendly program designed to strengthen your body, grow your faith, and build community. You'll receive weekly encouragement and devotions as you train with others on the same journey.
Details:
• Starts: January 11, 2026
• Time: 4 – 5:30 PM
• Location: Heritage Room
• Cost: $25 (includes TeamTAB T-shirt)
Whether you're a first-time walker or a seasoned runner, you can do this. Take the first step and register today! See you at the starting line!
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Grief Share Begins January 28
Grief Share is a friendly, caring group of people who will walk alongside you through one of life's difficult experiences. You don't have to go through the grieving process alone. Grief Share meets at 5:30 in the Heritage Room. The leaders are Jean Traylor and Carol Walton.
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55+ St. Augustine and Amelia Island Trip
Experience the rich history and charm of Florida with visits to St. Augustine, Amelia Island, Fernandina Beach, and Kingsley Plantation from March 23 - 27, 2026. Highlights include the Fountain of Youth, Castillo de San Marcos, a St. Johns River sightseeing cruise, and dinner at the Alhambra Dinner Theatre.
Trip Includes:
- 4 nights lodging
- 4 breakfasts & 4 dinners (including Alhambra Dinner Theatre)
- Motorcoach transportation
- All admissions, luggage handling, taxes & gratuities
Cost:
- $845 per person (double occupancy)
- $1,110 single occupancy
Deposit: $250 due at registration
Final Payment: Due January 25, 2026
Trip insurance available separately and highly recommended.
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Hymm Sing & Chili Bowl
Please join us on February 1 at 5:00 PM in the chapel for a Hymn Sing and Chili Bowl. This event is a wonderful opportunity for our church family and community to gather for fellowship, sing beloved hymns, and enjoy delicious chili together.
If you would like to enter the cook-off, please deliver your chili to the Fellowship Hall at 4:30 PM so volunteers can prepare it for the serving line. Please contact Kelly Heggeland at 404-626-0938 to let her know if you plan to bring a dish.
This is a free event, and we encourage you to invite a friend. If you have any questions, please contact the church staff.
We look forward to seeing you there!
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Forge Monday
New Men's Discipleship Group Starts February 2, 2026 @ 9 AM and meets in the Heritage Room.
Why would a man who is retired, happily married, living in a pleasant Georgia town and attending a vibrant, caring church want to join a Transformation group? Because we are created to live forever with the creator of the universe Who alone satisfies completely and is stirring us with the upward call in Christ.
Leader: Joe Sheehan
Hope to see you at the Ministry Sign-up.
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Discover Taberacle
If you are considering joining our church family or want the opportunity to learn more about Tabernacle, then Discover Tabernacle on Sunday, February 8 is the best place to start! Here, you will discover what it means to belong to our church. You’ll learn our foundational beliefs, practices, and ministries so you can find your place. You’ll meet our staff and others who are journeying the same path. Please make your reservations by emailing
pam.smith@tabernacle.org
by February 5.
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First Annual Tabernacle Baptist Car Show - SAVE THE DATE: APRIL 11
Join us on Saturday, April 11, from 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM for the First Annual Tabernacle Baptist Car Show! Whether you’re a car enthusiast or simply looking for a great community event, this is an experience you won’t want to miss. More details coming soon!
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Minister for Music & Worship
Tabernacle Baptist Church in Carrollton, Georgia, is seeking a full-time Minister for Music and Worship who can develop and lead a vibrant music ministry that deepens the spiritual life of congregation through meaningful worship expressions. This position is responsible for planning, directing, coordinating, and evaluating the Music and Worship Ministry of Tabernacle Baptist Church. If you would like to apply, please email your resume and cover letter to employment@tabernacle.org.
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Children's Ministry Needs
Our Children's Ministry invites you to join our dedicated team of volunteers who play a vital role in loving, teaching, and caring for our kids. Do you love caring for little ones? Volunteer to help love and care for our youngest members during the worship service (ETC). We need 10 ETC volunteers. If you're ready to make a difference in the lives of our children, please reach out to Crystal Gilley at crystal.gilley@tabernacle.org or by cell at 770-833-4618.
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MOVE Conference
Our students had a great start to the year worshipping with over 3,000 middle and high school students at MOVE 2026! We can’t wait to see all God does in the lives of our Tabernacle Students over this next year! Thank you to all of our incredible chaperones for coming along, and our church family for their faithful prayers and giving. We could not do this without you!
| | From right to left, Greg, Heather, and Grady Byrge joined by letter. | | |
Wednesday, January 7
Good Neighbor Catering:
Chicken Pot Pie
Rice
Salad
Dessert
Children's Option
Hot Dog with Chips & PB&J with Chips
OR Children's portion of Adult meal
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Wednesday, January 14
Good Neighbor Catering:
Chicken Fingers
Green Beans
Mac & Cheese
Dessert
Children's Option
Hot Dog with Chips & PB&J with Chips
OR Children's portion of Adult meal
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Serving line opens at 4:45 PM
$6 per adult - $4 per child
Cards and contactless payment accepted.
Reservations preferred - Please sign up for the following week at the payment table.
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The following items are needed and can be dropped off in the appropriate collection bin in the missions hallway.
Open Hands: Toiletries
Soup Kitchen: Toothpaste, toothbrush, soap, deodorant
Please note that we are no longer collecting egg cartons.
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Giving Information
Thank you for your faithful giving, which allows our church to do meaningful ministry in our community! You may drop off gifts during regular office hours (Monday through Thursday, 8:30 AM-5:30 PM, or Friday, 8:30 AM-1 PM). You may also give in person during the worship service, mail your gift, give online on our website, text "tabernacle150" to 73256, or give on Venmo at https://venmo.com/u/tabernaclebaptist.
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Worship Center Organ Fund
We are focusing on our Worship Center organ fund. You may be aware that our analog instrument from the 1980s needs to be replaced with a digital instrument because we continue to see a decline in functionality, sound quality, and parts from that era of technology are no longer being made. Currently, $230,668 has been given to the fund, and we are over halfway to our goal! Our organ selection team has selected a builder for our next instrument with a ballpark cost of $280,000. Please consider making a gift so that our worship ministry can continue to lead with excellence for future generations. Gifts in honor or memory of a loved one are encouraged.
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Morning Worship:
In-person: 378
ETC: 25
Total: 403
Online:
57 devices
Sunday School:
304
Contributions January 4, 2026
F/Y 2025-2026 Plan:
$1,762,935
Weekly Average Gift Required:
$33,903
Actual Receipts This Week:
$20,049
Actual Weekly Average Receipts YTD:
$41,137
Worship Center Organ Fund YTD:
$230,668
Lottie Moon Christmas Offering YTD:
$51,492.08
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Memorials and Honorariums
Unrestricted Gifts in Memory of:
Mrs. Kay Moon
Ronald and Carole Burson
Scott and Joy Butler
Budgeted Missions in Memory of:
Mr. Bill Kidd
Budgeted Missions in Honor of:
Mrs. Sara Nell Kidd
Children’s Ministry in Memory of:
Miss Hollis Bretch
Lottie Moon Christmas Offering in Memory of:
Mrs. Evalyn Parrish
Organ Fund in Memory of:
Mrs. Evalyn Parrish
Dr. Phil McGhee (Anne Davis’ Brother)
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