February 2015

• Jimmy Finch Named Minister of Music - p3• Senior’s Jubilee - p5• Discipleship - pp1 & 7• Mighty Men of Valor - p9

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2015 Year of the Disciple Maker: Be One - Make One

DiscipleshipComing Opportunities

Wednesday, February 46:30 p.m. - Coffee House Fellowship (Room 1300)

Wednesday, February 11New Discipleship Classes Begin

Monday, February 232015 Disciple-Maker Conference

(Center Grove Baptist, Clemmons, NC)

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Jimmy FinchOn Sunday, January 18 Mount Vernon’s membership voted in all three servicesto call Jimmy Finch to serve as Minister of Music.

We pray God’s blessings, wisdom and vision be upon Jimmy and his family as they continue in ministry here at Mount Vernon.

Minister of Music

Christi, LillieMarley,Ethan

& Jimmy

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Familynews

thank youMy Precious Church Family,

Just want to share with you my deep gratitude for yourlove, support, and most of all, your prayers during the

difficult year of 2014 for me and my family! I will always cherish and thank God for all you did for us during my

darling Buck’s illness and passing. He loved our church so much! Thank you also for your prayers as I continue to slowly recover from my surgery! Every day I am growing

stronger with less pain due to faithful friends like you!How richly blessed I am to have each of you

as part of my beloved church family!Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!

Liz Derrick

DecemberJuan Carlos Navarrete

Laura Brooks RojasNora Ruiz

David CaudillDonna CaudillLogan Hallock

Kathryn MeyersKevin Pierson

JanuaryRegina HartleyTerry Hartley Eneida Poole

FarewellOur church would like to say farewell to our friend and co-laborer in the gospel, Kimberly Allen, former receptionist, as she makes her way back to her native state of Florida. We will miss you and pray God’s blessings on you as you go.

welcomeLynne Moody and her husband, Miles,

moved to Boone from Concord, NC in the summer of 2013.They have a son, Brennen, and a daughter, Anneliese

who both attend ASU. Miles is a veterinarian in town andLynne enjoys worshiping through singing,

spending time with her family and running. She is looking forwardto meeting and getting to know the Mount Vernon family!


Led by Allison Critcher | Study Guide - $10

Wednesdays | 6:30 pmFebruary 11 - March 11

Room 1107

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America’s top Southern Gospel artists and preachers are on the schedule. The cost is $169 per person which includes lodging and conference costs; however, it does not include meals. Look for the sign up table in the Ed Foyer. Please feel free to contact the Church Office to RSVP and for more details at 828-266-9700 or [email protected].

Breathemaking room for the sabbath

Priscilla Shirer

NEW WOMEN’S STUDY!

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or mvbcb.org/discipleship-classes-registration/

Join Pastor Greg for 3 days of Southern Gospel Music and

Inspirational Preaching

Calling all Seniors!

Myrtle Beach | April 27th-29th

Wednesday, April 299:30 - 11:30 a.m.: Morning Session

The Lefevre Quartet in ConcertHerb Reavis, Speaker

Monday, April 272 - 6 p.m. Registration

7 - 10 p.m. Evening SessionJohnny Hunt, Speaker

Sandi Patti, Larnelle Harris & Wayne Watson in Concert

Tuesday, April 289:30 a.m. - noon: Morning Session

The Inspirations Concert | Johnny Hunt, Speaker7 - 10 p.m.: Evening Service

The Perrys in Concert | Comedy w/ Aaron WilburnGuy Penrod in Concert


Middle School DNOW | March 20-22 @ Uplands ReachThe cost is $20 and will cover lodging, food and activities. This year we will have a rock climbing wall, bonfire, a service project and much more. We will have several times of worship and preaching from Neal Hatfield. Registration will begin on Sunday, February 22 and will continue through Sunday, March 8. You can pay online at mvbcb.org or at the registration table in the Education Lobby.

High School DNOW | April 24-26 @ Holsten Presbytery CampOur students will go to the same location as last year but with a much different feel. This year we will be welcoming Mike Riddle from Answers in Genesis. Mike is one of the most sought after apologist from Answers in Genesis and loves to help teens understand the truth about creation and evolution. The cost is $20 and covers your lodging, food and most activities. Our schedule will be filled with canoeing, field games, bonfire, a service project and much more. There will also be an option to play paintball or go rock climbing for an additional $20. Registration will begin on Sunday, March 29 and will continue through Sunday, April 12. You can pay online at mvbcb.org or at the registration table in the Education Lobby through February 22. Registration includes a non-refundable $50 deposit.

We have some big changes for our annual DNOW Retreat. First, we are moving it to the

spring. Secondly, because of our growth,we are splitting up the high schooland middle school. This means thatwe will have two DNOW weekends!

Check out the details below!

Ed Newton will be speaking and Rush of Fools will be leading worship. You will have the opportunity to serve from several ministry areassuch as children’s beach ministry, sports ministry or construction.

Cost: $175. You can register in the Education Lobbyevery Sunday beginning February 1.

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July 5 -11 | Fort Caswell

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Wednesdays | 6:30 p.m.February 11 - May 27 | Room 1108

Materials - $35Led by Kershaw Getty

Sign up at mvbcb.org/ministries/connections/discipleship/

GriefShare is a friendly, caring group of people who will walk alongside you through one of life’s most difficult experiences. You don’t have to go through the grieving process alone.

Sundays | 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.February 8 - May 17

Room 1304Study Guide - $15Led by Bud Russell

Sign up by email: [email protected] on our website:

mvbcb.org/ministries/griefshare/Or call 828-266-9700

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Please consider joining us for the 1 Story Disciple-Making Conference. As society drifts further away from a biblical understanding of God’s redemptive plan, many Christians are left wondering how they can share the gospel. The 2015 Disciple-Making Conference will prepare believers to connect with unbelievers in a modern context. Expanded equipping sessions will offer hands-on, practical steps that will equip Christ-followers to reach the lost in today’s world. If we have a large enough group, we will take the church bus. Please contact Bud Russell at 828-266-9700 or [email protected] for more information.

Monday, February 23 | 9am - 5pm | Center Grove Baptist Church in Clemmons


on mission inWinston-salem

North Carolina Needs Christ

The NC Baptist State Convention says that Winston-Salem has “Pockets of Darkness” that need the Light of Christ. They also tell us that 5.6 million people in North Carolina do not know Jesus Christ as their personal Lord and Savior. We invite any and all that would like to go with Pastor Travis to Winston Salem and help push back the darkness and bring down the number of lost people in North Carolina. We will work with the Tapestry Church on Saturday, February 21st from 9am - 4pm. The Tapestry Church is a NC Baptist Convention affiliated church plant in the South Fork area of Winston-Salem. Their Vision is: We exist to see God establish a Gospel-centered, multicultural expression of the church for His glory and for the city of Winston-Salem. Please contact Pastor Travis at 828-266-9703 X134 or [email protected] for more information.

Pastor Jason Ledford, Church Planter, and his family

March 1st - 8th Week of PrayerPlease consider how God might direct you

to help financially undergird efforts like those we support with SEND City Calgary, Canada. 100% of your gift supports North American missionaries as part of the SEND

North America strategy, pushing back lostness and planting churches in North

America. Please contact Pastor Travisat 828-266-9703 X134 or [email protected]

for more information.

Please consider joining us for the North Carolina Baptist Missions Region 7 Rally for Men, Women and Youth on Thursday, February19th at First Baptist Church, Hudson, NC located at 345 Main Street. Come join us for a night of mission inspiration as we experience what God is doing through NC Baptists around the world. There will be worship, testimonies, videos and information on mission opportunities. There will be a meal at 6:00 pm and then the program will be from 6:50 pm to 8:30 pm. The meal is free, but they need an accurate head count. Register by going to baptistonmission.org/events/regional rallies/missionrallies or by contacting the NC Baptist Missions office at 1-800-395-5102 X 5596; e-mail [email protected].

Registration must be made by February 12th , if you wish to take part in the meal. Please contact Pastor Travis at 828-266-9703 X134 or [email protected] for more information. If we have a large enough group, we will take the church bus.

Baptists On MissionMen, Women and Students

“Sharing God’s Love ThroughWord and Deed”


EQUIPSeason starts the week of March 25& Ends Saturday, May 23. League Registration Fee: $35

All-Stars and Challenge Teams will be charged separately as cost variesfor age divisions.

Registration Forms available atmvbcb.org or in the church office.

Teams will be determined by the number of participants and leadership.

Baseball Registration

Saturday, March 2810:00 am - 3:00 pm

@ Uplands Reach Conference CenterClebe McClary, Guest SpeakerA Vietnam Vet who was awarded

both the silver and bronze star.

The cost is $35 and will cover all your food and activities. This year there will be a turkey shoot,

fly tying, and a shooting range for pistols,rifles and shotguns.

Registration will be Sundays, March 8 & 15in the Education Lobby.

Every participant will have to have a notarized medical release form

(provided during registration).

Mighty Menof

Sunday, February 1 - Friday, March 20

Official Cal Ripken Certified League Ages 5-12

Age Divisions Determined by child’s birthday as ofMay 1, 2015. (Includes All-Star Play)

League DivisionsKids will be drafted to teams and play league games during the week. • T-ball (age 5-6)• Machine Pitch (age 7-8)• Minor League (age 9-10) 46 ft pitching distance and 60 ft base path.• Major League (age 11-12) 50 ft pitching distance and 70 ft base path


Coming eventsReach | Teach | Release

February 1 EQUIP Spring BaseballRegistration BeginsWe invite all boys ages 4-12 to join us for our spring baseball season. Registration forms are available in the main office and at mvbcb.org.

February 3 - 12EQUIP Wrestling Clinics Begin[5:30 pm] GYM • Tuesdays and ThursdaysWe invite all boys ages 4-12 to join us for four free wrestling clinics. Participants may register the first night of clinics. For more information go to mvbcb.org/ministries/recreation-ministry/equip/wrestling/.

February 4Last Winter Bible Studyand Coffee House[6:30 pm] Meadowview RoomLet’s fellowship around a cup of coffee! We invite you to come to the Meadowview Room for a simple time of fellowship with your church family and a time of Bible study as we focus on discipleship. Coffee and other hot beverages provided!

February 11Mount Vernon Baptist Church Business Conference[6:00 pm] Meadowview RoomPlease join us for our monthly Business Conferencebefore our usual Wednesday Night activities.

Discipleship Classes Begin [6:30 pm] | We invite you to join us for a time of discipleship as we kick off our spring semester. For a complete list of classes and to register, head over tomvbcb.org.

February 21Tapestry Church Plant Mission Trip[9:00 am] Winston-Salem, NCJoin us as we support Pastor Jason and the church planting team at Tapestry Church. To volunteer to go down with us for the day contact Travis Burt, [email protected].

February 231Story: Disciple-making Conference[9:30 am] Clemmons, NCWe’d love for anyone, who’s schedule might accommodate, to join MVBC staff members for this one-day Disciple-Making Conference! Call Angie in the church office to let us know of your interest and reserve your seat on the church bus. Really! We’d love for YOU to join us!

Hear. Connect. Share. Center Grove Baptist Church 8750 Lasater Rd, Clemmons, NC

February 27- March 1 College Winter RetreatFairhaven Conference CenterCollege Student, come join us for a winter college retreat in Roan Mountain, TN at Fairhaven Ministries. We will begin the retreat with the evening meal at 6:30 p.m. and end our weekend with lunch on Sunday, March 1st. In between you will have the opportunity to hear a dynamic speaker who will lead you to a closer walk with our Master. You will also have opportunities to stay in a wonderful cabin, eat home cooked meals, walk trails to see awesome water falls, sit in a rocking chair by the fireplace drinking hot chocolate, visit with fellow college students and even have time to study if you must. All this and more for only $40. Contact our college interns, Will or Tiffany, if you are interested in going, [email protected]. We will be announcing times and directions on our Mount Vernon College Class FaceBook page.

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• Celebrating Lottie MoonOur Goal $225,000 | Our Gifts $186,316.23(receipts through January 25, 2015)It’s always a good time to give to international missions!

• End of Year GivingThank you for helping us meet and exceed our 2014 budget!

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