Love God, Serve Others, Change the World
730 Steekee Street
Loudon, TN 37774
Phone 865-458-5790
www.blairlandbaptist.org
Morning Praise and Worship
Opening Hymn
“Blessed Be the Name” 52
Hymn of Fellowship
“Blessed Be the Name of the Lord” 64
Welcome: Pastor Charles Henderson
Celebration Hymns
“I’d Rather Have Jesus” 506
“It Is Well with My Soul” 705
Praise & Worship
“I Stand Amazed”
“Made for More”
Message from God’s Word
Pastor Henderson
“Persevering Through Problems“
Acts 6:1-7
Invitation “Come Just As You Are” 481
Closing Celebration
“I Love You, Lord” 78
Sign Language Classes – Emily Kirkland will be doing 3 more classes (reviewing) in October on Sundays (12th, 19th, 26th) from 4:00pm – 4:45pm in the fellowship hall.
Pumpkins & Pizza! We will be painting and decorating pumpkins with the kids on Sunday afternoon, October 19 at 5:00 PM in the MAC (during the Sunday night Bible study). Kids are asked to bring their own pumpkin to decorate. Decorating accessories will be provided. We will have pizza too! All kids that would like to participate are asked to meet in the MAC at 5:00pm on October 19!
Ladies Fall Craft Night! We’re excited to have Tia Stephens from “The Lantern” in Athens join us on Thursday, October 16th at 6:00pm. She is bringing Round Wooden Door Hangers for us to decorate & paint. Cost will be $40. We will have a devotion and light refreshments too. We hope you make plans to come.
*Please let Leslie Bivens know if you’re coming, we want to make sure we have enough crafts.
Second Harvest Food Bank mobile pantry will distribute food here, Friday October 17th at 10am-12pm (or until all allotted food has been given out).
Upcoming Second Harvest Dates:
Monday, November 10th
Monday, December 1st
Come join us!
Sunday Night Bible Study!
Tonight at 5:00pm in the Church sanctuary. Childcare will be provided in the MAC.
The study is “Every Member Matters” by Josh Wredberg and Matthew Z. Capps. This study will unpack why membership isn’t just a suggestion, but a calling. Explore seven unique roles of a church member, understand membership as acts of worship, service, and discipleship, and most importantly, learn how to respond practically.
In Every Member Matters, you will be encouraged to embrace the awesome privilege of joining a local church and using your gifts to minister and serve His people! The church is God’s plan to reach the world, and there is no greater way to spend your life than in the service of Jesus’ mission. In the body of Christ, Every Member Matters.
** We have books available to those that want one. **
They are on the steps of the stage.
October is Pastor Appreciation Month
We are very thankful for Pastor Charles & Jennifer. They are a blessing to our church. Since this is “Pastor Appreciation Month” please take a moment and encourage Pastor Charles. Let him know how much you appreciate him and all he does for our church. Continue to pray for Pastor Charles, Jennifer and our church.
Candy & Treats Community Event!
All children are invited to our annual “Candy & Treats Community Event” on Wednesday, October 29thhere at our church in the MAC! We’re doing it this year the Wednesday before Halloween.
Children are welcome to come between 6:00pm – 7:30pm for treats and fun!
We have a sign –up sheet posted in the foyer of the MAC for those that want to participate and do a table.
We Need Your Help! We want to have a CANDY DRIVE during the month of October.
There are containers in the MAC, and in the fellowship hall to drop off candy. Deadline to bring candy will be Sunday, October 26.Thanks for your help!
Ladies Fall Retreat November 14-16, 2025
Weekend full of fun & fellowship, Bible study, Worship, games and crafts.
Cost: $130 (two nights) $65 (one night)
There is a sign up sheet posted in the foyer of the MAC on the bulletin board.
Deadline to sign up is Wednesday, September 10th. If you have any questions, please see Leslie Bivens.
*There are children’s bulletins & crayons on the bulletin board in foyer of the MAC (Ministry Activity Center).
Mission News! Please remember in prayer Tennessee Missions.
“Striving TOGETHER AS ONE for the faith of gospel” Philippians 1:27Please help us pray for all the many missionaries and ministries throughout Tennessee. These special missionaries and those that help in these ministries give of their time and talents to help spread the gospel of Jesus Christ!
Remember we will have our Love Offering for Missions in November, 2025.
*Prayer Guides are available on tables with bulletins.
Operation Christmas Shoeboxes!
We will be collecting shoeboxes again this year. They will be available soon.
For children around the world, a shoebox is often their very first gift. Given together with the Good News of Jesus Christ, it communicates God’s love to a boy or girl in need. So, it is important to make sure your gift is …
FUN—includes a “wow” item and other toys
FULL—packed to the brim with additional school supplies and personal care items
PERSONALIZED—prayed over and contains a note/photo from you, which are often the child’s favorite items!
Box Ideas: Dolls, small cars or trucks, slinky, playdoh, chalk, crafts, puzzles, sunglasses, crayons, color books, markers, pencils and pencil sharpners, stuffed animals, comb & brush, cute band-aids.
DO NOT INCLUDE: Soap, food, candy, used items, liquids, breakable items.
Nursery & Children’s Church
Today, Sunday, October 12th
Nursery
11:00am – Sara Harris & Hallie Presley
(Ages: Babies – 2 yrs.)
Children’s Church (Fellowship Hall)
11:00am – Casey Goodwin & Kelcie Tallent
(Ruth)
(Ages 3yrs. – 2nd grade)
Next Sunday, October 19th
Nursery
11:00am – Joy & Kayla Trout
(Ages: Babies – 2 yrs.)
Children’s Church (Fellowship Hall)
11:00am – Dustin Lyles & Jordan Belvin
(Esther)
(Ages 3yrs. – 2nd grade)
Weekly offering October 5, 2025
Regular Offering $4,629.00
Building Fund $1,335.00
Online
Regular Offering $3,250.63
Building Fund $285.00
Total $9,499.63