Announcements

Church Services Location Update

Sunday School and Worship will be held in the Main Campus Sanctuary tomorrow at 3445 Fairfields Ave. Times remain the same. All adult Sunday School classes will meet in the Sanctuary, and children will go to their respective classes. We look forward to seeing you there!

DECEMBER 22, 2024

2025 SENIORS MINISTRY VOLUNTEERS

The senior’s ministry plans to relaunch and expand senior-related activities within the church and the community. Volunteers are needed to support ministry leaders in various capacities. If you have a heart for our precious, seasoned saints, please sign up today. 

2025 SENIORS MINISTRY VOLUNTEERS
Click here to view the 2025 SENIORS MINISTRY VOLUNTEERS Sign up form.

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GNG GRADUATES 

Those who graduated or expected to graduate from high school or a post graduate institution or college beginning

summer 2024 through spring 2025, Complete the online graduate form @ gngbc.net by December 29, 2024

Your information will be used to plan for the 2025 graduation ceremony & scholarship awards

SCHOLARSHIP MINISTRY
Click here to to view the form.

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2024 FINANCIAL CONTRIBUTIONS

We strongly encourage those who contribute by check and desire to receive credit for 2024, to submit such payments by Sunday, December 29th @ 10:00am. Electronic contributions may be paid by December 31st using Tithe.ly. 

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BAPTISM

Join us for Bro. Felice Robinson baptism immediately after service at the Main Campus - Sanctuary.

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New Teacher’s Training

Do You Have the Spiritual Gift of Teaching?

We’re looking for those who feel called to teach and share God’s Word! Join us for New Teacher Training beginning Sunday, January 19th, at 9:00 AM in the Multi-Purpose Room at the GNG Life Center.

Sign-up is available on the bulletin board. Don’t miss this opportunity to be equipped for this impactful ministry!

Sunday School Department

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Birthday Celebration

Pastor Thomas’ birthday is January 7th. Please join the PRC Ministry on Sunday, January 5, 2025, after worship service, to wish Pastor Thomas a happy birthday. We will sing happy birthday to him. A table will be set up for gifts, and a lite lunch will be served.

PRC Ministry

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Office Closure

The Church office closed Tuesday, Dec. 24th and Wednesday, Dec. 25th.

Bible Study is canceled on Wednesday, Dec. 25th and Thursday, Dec. 26th.

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Volunteers Needed for Nursery/Children’s Worship!

Sign up online or visit the nursery to submit your request. Thank you for helping us nurture our little ones!

Contact Sis. Kiesha Dandridge or sign up online

ONLINE FORM LINK https://forms.gle/M7rJiqiL7RStBJDu7

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May this Christmas season remind you of God’s perfect gift to the world and inspire you to share this gift with others. 

Love, Rev. Mark and Sis. Alberta Thomas

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FAMILY LIFE CENTER INFORMATION

PARKING INFORMATION

Parking is available at the Family Life Center for each service. The parking lot is full to capacity around 9:30 a.m. There is handicap parking in the front and on the west side of the Family Life Center. Additional parking is available across the street at our main church campus (corner of Fairfields and North Acadian Thruway).

Church buses will transport you to and from the church’s parking lot. If you choose to walk across the street, please be extremely safe. Note: You may enter the Family Life Center through the front or rear.

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WE WANT YOUR FEEDBACK

We want you to have the best experience we can provide. Complete the Family Life Center Feedback form and share your experience, suggestions, and more. Go to GNGBC.net and click on the “Church Form” tab or complete the written form located at the front entrance. Return paper forms in the wicker basket near entrances. Thank you, Rev. Mark C. Thomas

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Worship Seating

Please help our ushers efficiently seat worshipers by refraining from placing your personal materials on the seat next to you. You may hang your purses and sacks on the hooks behind the chairs or place them under your seat. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated.

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SAFETY TIPS

Please take a moment to observe all Exit Signs and doors in the room and throughout the facility. In case of an emergency, exit the doors nearest to you.

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KEEP IN PRAYER

Bro. William Carey had surgery Wednesday.  We’re asking for continued prayers during his recovery and healing.

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Sis. Carmen Stepter had surgery Wednesday. We’re asking for continued prayers during her recovery and healing.

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With Deepest Sympathy

Announcing the death of the father of Sis. Valerie Moore Robinson and grandfather of Vivian and Alexis Robinson. Magistrate Judge Louis Moore, Jr. Services will be held at the New Zion Baptist Church, 2319 Third Street New Orleans, LA 70113 on Monday, December 30, 2024. Viewing at 9:00 am  and Service at 10:00 am. Arrangements by Rhodes Funeral Home.

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 KEEP IN PRAYER 

• Min. JoAnn Alsandor

• Sis. Mamie Beverly

• Bro. Michael Bridges

• Sis. Daisy Byrd

• Bro. William Carey

• Sis. Juanita Davis

• Bro. Leroy Dunware

• Bro. Isaiah Freeman

• Sis. Georgianna Freeman

• Sis. Dorothy Hill

• Sis. Augusta Jones

• Bro. Herbert Jones

• Sis. Jessie Jones

• Bro. Larry Langford

• Bro. Isaiah Pullett

• Sis. Roseland Starks

• Sis. Carmen Stepter

• Sis. Dayneice Wheeler

• Bro. Willie White

• Sis. Alta Wilson

• Bro. Robert Wilson

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CHANGE AGENTS FOR CHRIST 

BIBLE SESSIONS

Adult Sessions are Wednesdays at 6:00 p.m. & Thursdays at 10:00 a.m.

Youth & Young Adults (Ages 13-35) are Wednesdays at 6:00 P.M. in Classroom #4.

Let’s change the world one person at a time in the name, knowledge and power of Jesus Christ.

Student Handbooks are available onsite and on our website at no cost.
Click here for Strategic Discipleship Student Handbook

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Ways to Give

• Text the word “Give” to 833-429-1776
• Give on online at www.gngbc.net/give
• Drop the white giving envelope in a drop box located at the sanctuary’s entrance.
• Download our Church App at gngbc.net to GIVE and STAY CONNECTED with all THE GUIDE activities.

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