San Jacinto Baptist Association is a community of churches uniting believers to reflect Christ through encouragement, education

and resources in making disciples for the glory of God’s Kingdom.

August 2015 Volume XXXVIII

No. 8

To adequately prepare for lunch, please RSVP to Bekah

Powell by August 10th at (334) 669-0178

or missions@fbcbaytown.org

Annual Church Profile Training

August 20, 2015

11:00 a.m.—12:30 p.m.

SJBA Mission Center

1020 Birdsong, Baytown

Lunch provided

RSVP to 281.422.3604

Those attending will receive the Annual Church Profile for

their church, have some good fellowship and a free lunch!

San Jacinto Baptist Association

Is Accepting Applications for The

Administrative Assistant Position The job application is available on the SJBA web site home

page, www.sanjacintobaptist.com. Return the application and

a resume to San Jacinto Baptist Association at 1020 Bird-

song, Baytown; or scan and email to

sjba@sanjacintobaptist.com; or mail to P.O. Box 1533,

Baytown, TX 77522-1533. Applications and resumes will be

received until September 4.

Become Prayer Partners

With

Jeremy and Kristen Clements Join them on their journey by logging in and setting up a

connection page at goo.gl/C9D5nr.

On The Line

Now Is

The

Time

Something To Think About Randy Gilchrist, Executive Director

I am always amazed at the working of

God in the lives of people. Recently I had

the privilege to have lunch with Jeremy

Clements, the former Youth Pastor at

Second in Baytown. The reason we met

was for me to hear how God has been

dealing with him and his wife Kristen. On July 20, 2015,

they will be relocating to Richmond, Virginia to begin orien-

tation at the International Mission Board in preparation to

serve as Missionaries to East Asia.

In our discussion Jeremy stated that he and Kristen are so

excited to have the opportunity to be God’s witness in the

international community. They also want to take the Ameri-

can church family with them by being a contact point for

churches to come alongside in prayer and person to share the

gospel.

When asked their needs, Jeremy stated that because of the

Cooperative Program they do not need any additional fund-

ing. What they do need is churches of San Jacinto Baptist

Association to partner with them in prayer as they go and

while they are there.

It is my desire that we, as an Association, commit to being

prayer partners with Jeremy and Kirsten and to pray daily

that God would use them boldly to be Jesus to the World. It

is also my desire that our church leaders consider the possi-

bilities of taking a group from their church to go to East Asia

and work as short term missionaries with Jeremy and Kris-

ten.

Jesus told His disciples in John 20:21, “As the Father has

sent me, even so I am sending you." Every person who has

accepted Jesus is his disciple. We have the opportunity to

demonstrate to the world the love that Christ has placed

within our heart toward every person God has created and to

share what Christ can do for them, just as He has for us.

Groundbreaking Ceremony and 65th anniversary at South

Avenue Baptist Church, Pasadena.

For the Common Good Carey. D. Froelich, Associate Director

for Church Enrichment

Let the peace of Christ rule in your

hearts, since as members of one body

you were called to peace. And be thankful. 16 Let the word of

Christ dwell in you richly as you teach and admonish one

another with all wisdom, and as you sing psalms, hymns and

spiritual songs with gratitude in your hearts to God. 17 And

whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the

name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father

through him. (Colossians 3:15, NIV)

I recently attended a wedding between two wonderful Chris-

tian young people. The service was a testimony to Christ

from beginning to end, and it was built around the passage

above. It was a beautiful expression of all of the good that

still exists in our world, in spite of recent satanic attacks up-

on the Church, Holy Scripture, and what we often call,

“family values.” Interestingly enough, the bride and groom

came to faith in Christ from radically different places. One

grew up in a Christian home, where the Bible and Christ

were the foundation of everything Mom and Dad did to bring

up their child. The other had much less involvement with the

church or Christian values, but as a young adult accepted an

invitation of a friend to attend a local church and ultimately

came to profess Christ as personal Savior. Together they

pledged to Christ and to us that the home they are forming

will be willfully, purposefully, and intentionally Christian.

What a joyous event it was!

What strikes me about that wonderful celebration is this: the

Church really is still in the business of leading people to

Christ, and the Holy Spirit still works through Christ’s Bride

to transform lives from self-centered, God-forsaking empti-

ness to genuine Christian discipleship. Because of all of the

garbage that surrounds us daily, in spite of the Supreme

Court decisions that attack the family, without regard for

which politician or what business seems to “hold the upper

hand” in the world we live in, the Church of Jesus Christ has

a mission that produces unbelievably joyous results when we

are faithful to be about that work.

The Apostle said it simply enough: Let the peace of Christ

rule in your hearts…. And whatever you do … do it all in the

name of the Lord Jesus…. His word—like the beautiful

Christian wedding—is a wonderful reminder that God’s plan

for humanity has been entrusted to us. Which neighbor of

yours has “no time for God or religion” might be like that

young person whose life was wonderfully transformed?

What is it about your church that truly encourages others to

discover the peace of Christ?

I am thankful today because I have seen—I continue to see—

that people are being blessed because the Church remains

faithful to its call.

Lake Tomahawk News Pat Flowers, Lake Tomahawk Camp

Director

Summer camp is going GREAT! Camp-

ers from all over Texas are piling in at

Lake Tomahawk to learn about our Lord

and Savior. It is always neat to see the

kids come through the gates and antici-

pate that they will be making a life changing decision before

they leave.

We have an extra-long camping season this year. We are

hosting week long camps through the middle of August and

of course every weekend in August. We are very thankful to

have a full summer and filling our beds with kids that need to

ministered too.

We have a great summer staff this year. Please help us cover

them in prayer as they work long hot days this summer giv-

ing of themselves to this ministry. We could not do this

without them.

Put on your calendars, October

08, 2015. Our SJBA 55+ is

sponsoring a fall picnic at

Lake Tomahawk. There will

be fun, food and entertain-

ment. If you enjoy our annual

spring Fish Fry, you will not

want to miss this. Look for

more information on this event

soon.

Retreat season is approaching!

Book a retreat for your church

or group ASAP. Come enjoy

the beauty and serenity of

Lake Tomahawk as depicted

in the picture. We look for-

ward to seeing you soon.

Pastor & Staff Leadership Training September 12, 2015

Crossroads Baptist Church of

The Woodlands

Schedule

8am—Doors Open

9am—Session 1

10:40am—Session 2

Noon—Lunch & table discussions

1pm—Session 3

2:30pm—Q&A & Staff Visioning

Event Leader—Dr. Gary L. McIntosh

Cost: $25 per registrant (includes lunch & free book, Taking

Your Church to the Next Level if register by 8.14.15. $35

after deadline (includes lunch only).

Contact Natalie Bowman at 936.856.2001 or

nbowman@teba.org to register.

BBQ sponsored by

The 55+

Ministry of SJBA October 8, 2015

10:00 a.m.—3:00 p.m.

Cost: $10

Lake Tomahawk Christian Retreat Center

An offering will be taken to purchase new mattresses for the

bungalows. The zip line will be open.

One 39 passenger County bus has been reserved for this

event. To ride the County bus you have to be 50 or older.

Calendar this event and watch for more information to come.

Call NOW for These Senior Trips These Day Trips have been scheduled

for 50+ individuals. To reserve a seat

on the bus you must call the SJBA

office at 281.422.3604.

August 11, 2015 – Co-Cathedral of

Sacred Hearts Catholic Church &

Charity Guild of Catholic Women

Bus leaves at 9 AM. Cost of the trip is $4.00. After the tour

we will have lunch at Pappa’s B-B-Q and then go to the

Charity Guild.

September 15, 2015 – National Museum of Funeral

History & Lunch @ Old Town Spring

Bus leaves at 9 AM. Cost of the trip is $9.00 plus $4.00 bus

donation. After the tour we will go to Old Town Spring for

lunch and a little shopping if time allows.

Additional trips will be booked in September. If you have a

trip suggestion, please call the Association office at

281.422.3604 or Linda Enderli at 713.416.9602.

August 29, 2015

First Baptist

Church,

Pasadena This highly focused conference will concentrate on the spe-

cific age-group segment you teach. You will receive step-by-

step guidance on how to teach in ways that genuinely trans-

form lives, and you will leave with practical ideas you can

put to work immediately. Thirteen tracks of study are offered

from Birth—Senior Adult plus Sunday School Director,

Minister of Education and Pastor.

Schedule

8-8:30 a.m. Registration

8:30-9:15 a.m. Rally with David Francis

9:30-11:45 a.m. Age-group Conference Sessions

11:45 a.m.-12:30p.m. Lunch provided

12:30-2:45 p.m. Age-group Conference Sessions

$35 Per Person To register, call 800.254.2022

or go to lifeway.com/transform

San Jacinto Baptist Association Nonprofit Org.

P.O. Box 1533 U.S. Postage Paid

Baytown, TX 77522-1533 ADDRESS SERVICE REQUESTED Baytown, TX

Permit No. 137

August Birthdays 8/3 Jason Shuttlesworth, Wooster Baytown

8/4 Jeff Holloway, First Crosby

8/6 Mark Stafford, Second Baytown

8/7 Brent Barnett, SE TX Cowboy Church Byt

8/7 Robin Cunningham, First Baytown

8/9 Marvin Rose, Baker Rd Baytown

8/14 Kyle Chapman, Community Crosby

8/14 Jack Hall, Second Baytown

8/15 Sam Hughes, Fisher Road Baytown

8/15 Sergio Pedraza, Aqua Viva Highlands

8/16 Jimmy Turpin, Center St. Deer Park

8/20 Sandy Jones, SJBA

8/20 Brian Watson, First Baytown

8/27 Shane Perez, Fisher Road Baytown

8/30 Jim Herndon, Second Baytown

8/30 Kimberly Jones, First Baytown

August Church Anniversaries 8/8/2011 Taylor Schmitt, Second Baytown

8/24/2008 Brian Watson, First Baytown

8/27/2007 Mike Martin, First Huffman

8/8/1998 Gene Talbot, First Crosby

8/1/1993 Ruth Charlson, Second Baytown

8/23/1987 Jeff Holloway, First Crosby

8/1/1981 Sandy Jones, SJBA

8/1/1978 Jim Overton, South Avenue Pasadena

San Jacinto Baptist Association 281.422.3604 FAX 281.427.6292 E-mail: sjba@sanjacintobaptist.com Web site: www.sanjacintobaptist.com

Physical Address: 1020 Birdsong, Baytown, TX 77521 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1533, Baytown, TX 77522-1533

Executive Director .......................................................... Dr. Randy Gilchrist Associate Director Church Enrichment ........................... Dr. Carey Froelich Baptist Student Ministry Director .................................. David Brumbelow Administrative Assistant ................................................ Sandy Jones Financial Ministry Assistant ........................................... Tara Dodds

Lake Tomahawk (LT) Director ..................................... Pat Flowers Lake Tomahawk Operations Supervisor ......................... Bryan Dickens

LT Administrative Assistant/Reservations ..................... Angie Dickens

LT Food Service ............................................................. Loyce Flowers Director of Missions Emeritus ........................................ L. Lee Walker

Goodbye Jeremy Clements, youth minister at Second Baytown, and his

wife Kristen as they leave to serve as missionaries in East

Asia. Become a prayer partner with them as indicated on the

front page of this newsletter.

Bobby Powell, pastor of Dell Dale Baptist Church, Chan-

nelview, as he retires and moves away. Bobby’s last Sunday

is August 30.

Commit to Provide a BSM Lunch

At Lee College Calls are being made at this time to complete the BSM lunch

schedule. If you would like to provide a lunch, call

281.422.3604.

September 9-11, 2015

Trinity Baptist Church

319 E. Mulberry Ave,

San Antonio

Lodging and registration

information available at

www.texasbaptists.org/

boomers. Questions? Call

Keith Lowry or Sheryl Page

at 888.244.9400 or email Sheryl.page@texasbaptists.org.

Folks ‘N Facts