May 5, 2021
Greetings!

“I sought the Lord, and he answered me and delivered me from all my fears.” Psalm 34:4

No matter where you are or what you are facing, seek the Lord.

Every day, we are faced with new struggles, new opportunities to allow God to shine through us. We may be facing the darkness within a pit or looking out at a beautiful view from the mountain top. No matter where you find yourself today, seek God’s face and continue to walk that path daily.

We’ve all tried other methods of accomplishing tasks on our own, and many times, it doesn’t work out. Cry out to Him, bless Him at all times, praise Him continually, and boast of Him often. If you seek Him, He will answer.

As we continue through our 21 Days of Devotion, praying and setting our hearts right with the Lord, be reminded that we are praying together. Unity within the family of believers gives strength and purpose to our ministry. As we pray diligently as individuals, know that our communal prayers support the whole. Let’s be accountable to each other through our prayers for ourselves and our church.

And as we draw closer to Jesus, reach out to others and share your good news!

“Oh, taste and see that the Lord is good!” Psalm 34:8a

May our testimony of God’s goodness invite those around us to join us and follow Jesus. ~BEN
21 Days of Prayer
If you still need a copy of the prayer guide, you can find a link to one from our website under “Member Resources.”

Click HERE to download a copy of the Prayer Guide.
Class of 2021
Graduate Recognition
May 16
 
Baring Cross would like to honor the graduating class of 2021. If you have someone in your family that is graduating this Spring, please send a picture to Michelle along with information about what school/program they are graduating from. We will recognize these students in the worship service and in The Herald the following week. If you have any questions, please contact the church office.

Click HERE to contact Michelle
Youth Ministry
Youth Archery Tag
May 14 @ 5:00 p.m.

Join us! Meal included. Bring a friend!
Mission Need
Mission Need
Our friend, Linda Gray, is returning from the mission field this summer to care for her ailing mother. She is expected to be in the local area for about 6 weeks. She is in need of transportation during her time here. If you know of a vehicle that she can borrow during her time home, please contact Michelle in the church office.

Click HERE to contact Michelle
Coming June 21-25
Summer Basketball Camp
June 21-25
We are excited to offer a summer basketball camp for the kids of Baring Cross and our community. This camp will teach basketball skills, but we also want to teach kids life skills such as sportsmanship, teamwork, and serving on God's team. Registration will open May 10, 2021
 
We are still in need of host homes. Click HERE to email Michelle and let her know you are interested in helping with the Basketball Camp team.
Happy Mother's Day
Mother’s Day Offering 2021
Arkansas Baptist Children’s Homes & Family Ministries offers long term care for children, family care for single adults, counseling, and foster care. They are working to ensure that families and children are safe and secure.
In honor of the mothers at Baring Cross, our church has given a donation to this ministry for the month of May. We know that this money will be used to impact families in Arkansas.
This Sunday @ Baring Cross
This Sunday Derek will be back from vacation. He will be preaching on Prayer. We hope you will join us as we gather as a church family.

LifeGroups meet at 9:30 a.m.
Worship begins at 10:30 a.m.
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Church Business
GIFTS AND OFFERING from May 2, 2021
        Budget Received ............................. $ 5,232
        Budget Month-to-Date ..................... $ 5,232
        CTL Requirements .......................... $12,797
        CTL Received ...................................$ 3,330
CTL Month-to-Date .......................... $ 3,330

Minister on Call: Ben Morris
Deacon on Call: Bob Fluharty
Gifts were given to Baring Cross in memory of Paul McClung by Glen and SuElla Blevins