The Pastor Writes by Dr. Chuck Hampton, Transition Pastor

Leap year is confusing. No wonder it always comes during a presidential election year! There are so many choices that muddy the water. Hopefully, clear choices will emerge. Pray and then vote for your selection in our own Presidential Direct Primary on March 8th. Speaking of choices, we celebrate the arrival of Michael, Tanya, Trey, Holly-Grace and Chrestman Kelly to our church family! We welcome Michael into the pastoral leadership of the Student Ministry. What an exciting time for us and him as he leads students to become fully devoted followers of Jesus. Sue Mac did an awesome job in transition to prepare us for exciting days under Michael’s leadership. Pray for him and his family as they make adjustments to a new city and ministry. Also, pray for our students and leadership before and during the Spring Retreat scheduled for Sunday, March 13th through Wednesday, March 16th, at Central Hills near Kosciusko. The Youth Adventure Lodge Grand Opening/Open House will be held on Sunday, March 20th, at 6:00 p.m. Many people have devoted countless hours for the completion of this beautiful facility. It will provide much needed space for ministry in future years! Make a note about the Good Friday/Lord’s Supper Service on Friday,

March 25th. It will be held at 6:30 p.m. in the Sanctuary. This will be the first opportunity for Deb and me to join with you in this special Easter weekend tribute to our Savior for His ultimate sacrifice!Sunday, March 27th, is the most exciting worship event of the year. What a privilege to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus before a watching world! Please remember that the morning schedule is normal, but there will be no evening service or activities.Obviously, March is an exciting month. It really is the time that we “spring forward”, not only for the clock (March 13th), but also for ministry opportunities for the Spring and then the Summer! Continue to pray for God to continue His work among us.

By His Design,Pastor Chuck

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PLEASE CONTINUE TO PRAY FOR OUR PASTOR SEARCH COMMITTEE

Pastor Search Committee:Bobby Smith, Chairman; Bill Collins, Helen Hancock, Mickey Holliman, Ross Loftin,

Roseanne McPherson, Sandra Ray and Jessica Roy.Student Representatives: Taylor Fikes and Ross Weeden

Michael Kelly, Minister to Students Please welcome Michael Kelly as our new Minister to Students! Michael has spent the last 20 years teaching, speaking, discipling and pastoring. His primary focus is towards students and their families. He has served churches in Louisiana, Alabama and Mississippi, and has spent the last seven years serving as student pastor with Broadmoor Baptist Church in Madison, Mississippi. In addition to providing leadership to Super Summer with the Mississippi Baptist Convention, Michael currently serves an Adjunct Instructor of Student Ministry at Mississippi College. He is pursuing his Ph.D. in Student Ministry at Southwestern Baptist Seminary in Ft. Worth, Texas. Married for 22 years to the former Tanya Holly of Vaiden, MS. the Kelly’s have three children: Trey, 15, Holly-Grace, 11, and Chrestman, 9.

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WEEKLY

SUNDAYSMarch 06Morning Worship 8:30 a.m. & 11:00 a.m.Children’s Worship 8:30 a.m. & 11:00 a.m.Sunday School 9:45 a.m.Zamar Student Choir 3:30 p.m.Children’s Bible Drill 4:00 p.m. Classic Worship 5:00 p.m.

March 13 - Daylight Savings Time BeginsMorning Worship 8:30 a.m. & 11:00 a.m.Sunday School 9:45 a.m.Zamar Student Choir 3:30 p.m.Children’s Bible Drill 4:00 p.m. Classic Worship 5:00 p.m.

March 20Blood Drive 8:00 a.m.Morning Worship 8:30 a.m. & 11:00 a.m.Sunday School 9:45 a.m.Zamar Student Choir 3:30 p.m.Children’s Bible Drill 4:00 p.m. Classic Worship 5:00 p.m.Deacons’ Meeting 6:00 p.m.Youth Adventure Lodge Open House 6:00 p.m.

March 27 (Easter Sunday)Morning Worship 8:30 a.m. & 11:00 a.m.Sunday School 9:45 a.m.*No evening services scheduled

MONDAYSMother’s Day Out 8:30 a.m.Men’s Ministry Luncheon March 7th, 11:30 a.m. Trail Life 6:30 p.m.

TUESDAYSMorning Stretch 9:00 a.m.WMU 11:15 a.m. (1st and 3rd only)Merry Makers March 21st, 10:30 a.m.FAITH 5:30 p.m.

WEDNESDAYSEvening Meal 4:45 p.m.Library Open 5:00 p.m.Music and Missions 6:00 p.m. (2nd, 9th, 23rd, 30th)Mid-Week Bible Study 6:00 p.m.Bible Studies 6:00 p.m.DivorceCare 6:00 p.m.Student Revolution 6:00 p.m.Choir Rehearsal 6:30 p.m.

THURSDAYSMother’s Day Out 8:30 a.m.Morning Stretch 9:00 a.m.

FRIDAYSThe Cross of Christ March 25th, 6:30 p.m.

SaturdaysSonrise Celebration March 26th, 10:00 a.m.

Weekly Budget Requirement 2016

January 24January 31

February 07February 14February 21

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ivingExtended Teaching Care: March 6th: 8:10 a.m.: Justin & Stacey Loden, Ben & Stephanie Meriweather, Reagan & Leigh Ann Wise 10:40 a.m.: Liz Troxler, Leah Sheffield, Mike & Margaret Robinson, Jason & Sheila Kelly. March 13th: 8:10 a.m.: Denise Green, Lauren Harrison, Clayton & Kim Sullivan, Michael & Amy Green. 10:40 a.m.: Jeffrie Burton, Tangie Blankenship, Mary Johnson, Denise Roebuck, Oliver & Terry Tann. March 20th: 8:10 a.m.: Stephanie Johnson, Vicki Marshall, Chad & Dallas Blankenship, Wade & Brandi Henley, Kori & Charla Creel. 10:40 a.m.: George & Tiffany Stone, Jeff & Lauren Fox, Jon & Miranda Maynard. March 27th: 8:10 a.m.: Rhea & Kimberly Brown, Al & Tonya Cox, Brent & Arian Waldrop, Rob & Shonda Morgan. 10:40 a.m.: Mark & Ellen Bresee, Neal & Holly McCoy, Keith & Alanna Teeple.

Welcome Center Greeters: March 6th Front: Lee and Lynda Thornton, Back: Harry and Sara London | March 13th Front: John and Delores Smith, Back: Dick and Nancy Stevens | March 20th Front: Phil and Debbie Swords Back: Lee and Kim Tutor | March 27th Front: Charles and Martha Warren, Back: Terry Simons and Sue Abernethy.

Sunday SchoolAttendance

January 24 |January 31 |

February 07 |February 14 |February 21 |

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Wednesday Evenings begin at 4:45 p.m. with a Family Fellowship Supper in the Fellowship Hall. A delicious meal is served (with separate children’s meal) for only $4.00 for adults and $2.50 for kids, with a $12.00 family maximum. Come enjoy the food and the fellowship prior to the various activities that begin at 6:00 p.m. March 2nd: Hamburger Steak with Gravy, Lima Beans, Mashed Potatoes, Slaw, Rolls and Dessert. Kids: Chicken Nuggets and Sweet Potato Fries. March 9th: Meatloaf, Black-eyed Peas, Turnip Greens, Broccoli Salad, Corn Bread and Dessert. Kids: Ham Sandwiches and French Fries. March 16th: Red Beans with Smoked Sausage and Rice, Cabbage, Corn Bread, Watergate Salad and Dessert. Kids: Ham Sandwich and Tater Tots. March 23rd: Chicken Spaghetti, Green Beans, Corn, Garlic Bread, Salad and Dessert. Kids: Chicken Nuggets and Tater Tots. March 30th: Pork Chops, Pinto Beans, Scalloped Potatoes, Biscuits and Dessert. Kids: Fish Sticks and French Fries.

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PRESCHOOL NEWSTHANK YOU so much to all of our wonderful Extended Teaching Care volunteers! It is such a blessing for parents to be able to enjoy Sunday morning worship and Sunday School each week. If anyone is interested in helping in this important ministry, please let me know! Angela

SaturdayMarch 26th | 10:00 a.m.

Youth Adventure Lodge

“This is how we know what love is: Jesus Christ laid down His life for us. And we ought to lay

down our lives for our brothers”1 John 3:16

a word to parents,

fromGod

New ArrivalsNehemiah George Robinson

was born on February 4, 2016.Nehemiah is the son of C.J. and Kayla Robinson.

He weighed 8 lbs., 5.7 oz., and was 20”long.

There are tables in the Preschool Welcome area for VBS Leader Sign-Up. VBS will be June 6th - 10th. Come

sign up to help teach ourprecious preschoolers!

STAFF ON CALL | In the event of an emergency, the minister on call can be reached at 891-7914. The ministers for the following weekends are:

March 07-08: David Langerfeld, March 12-13: David Smith, March 19-20: Aaron Tomes, March 26-27: Tim Alexander.

We will not have Parents’ Night Out during the month of March 2016. We look forward to an exciting time when we return in April 2016!

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CHILDREN’S NEWS

CHILDREN’S WORSHIP SCHEDULEMarch 06 - Children’s WorshipMarch 13 - No Children’s Worship (Spring Break)March 20 - No Children’s Worship (Spring Break)March 27 - No Children’s Worship (Easter)

WinShape Camps for Communities | July 18th - 22nd

Monday - Wednesday: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 1:15 p.m.

1st - 6th Graders (grade completed)Cost: $204.00, scholarships and discounts available

Don’t miss THE children’s event of the summer in Tupelo! Harrisburg has joined with several other churches and businesses to host WinShape Camps for Communities. During the week campers may pick from 21 special skill like arechery, cheerleading, flag footbay, gymnastics, wacky science, crafts, fast food, and more! Each day they will also experience amazing small group Bible study and worship with our camp pastor and band. This is a camp for the entire community. Invite your friends! Go to www.winshapecamps.org to register, pay your camp fee and get more info. The first 150 campers to register during Kickoff Week, March 6th - 13th get a $50 discount!

RA RACER RALLYThe Pinewood Derby Race for 1st - 6th grade RA’s will be Wednesday, March 23rd in the HBC Gym. Please arrive at 5:30 to begin car registration.

HARRISBURG & CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH 5TH AND 6TH GRADE RETREAT

APRIL 8TH - 9TH

LAKE FOREST RANCH, MACON, MS$75/childGuest Speaker: Gary PermenterGuest Worship Leader: Chris Layton

This will be a great weekend designed just for 5th and 6th Graders! And this year we’ll be joined by our friends from Calvary Baptist Church. We’ll leave after school on Friday, April 25th to enjoy a great weekend of Bible Study, games and fellowship. We’ll return to HBC on Saturday afternoon. Retreat fee includes a t-shirt and all meals. Registration deadline: March 30th.

VBS 2016June 6th - 10th

Volunteer sign-uphas begun

NEW BIBLE STUDIESWonderstruck: Awaken to the Nearness of God by Margaret Feinberg, Led by Traci HazelBegins Wednesday, March 2nd at 6:00 p.m. in Room 514 / 515 Wonderstruck will remind you what it means to awaken to wonder—every day. Do you ever feel like you’re going through the motions of faith? Sometimes we do and say the right things, but our hearts are far from God. We lose our sense of holy awe. In Wonderstruck, Margaret Feinberg invites you to toss back the covers, climb out of bed, and drink in the fullness of life God intended.

Armor of God by Priscilla ShirerBegins Wednesday, March 2nd at 9:30 a.m. in Room 514 / 515All day, every day, an invisible war rages around you — unseen, unheard, yet felt throughout every aspect of your life. A devoted, devilish enemy seeks to wreak havoc on everything that matters to you: your heart, your mind, your marriage, your children, your relationships, your resilience, your dreams, your destiny. But his battle plan depends on catching you unaware and unarmed. If you’re tired of being pushed around and caught with your guard down, this study is for you.

SaturdayMarch 26th | 10:00 a.m.

Youth Adventure Lodge

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STUDENT NEWS

March 6th

8:30am - 9:30amMichael Green

9:45am - 10:45amDan Sheals

11:00am - NoonDavid Maddox

March 13th

8:30am - 9:30amBill Collins

9:45am - 10:45amDan Purnell

11:00am - NoonBilly Earl Gordon

March 20th

8:30am - 9:30amMurry Coward

9:45am - 10:45amKirk Kennedy

11:00am - NoonKeith Kyker

March 27nd

8:30am - 9:30amRicky Metcalfe

9:45am - 10:45amScott Williams11:00am - NoonKatrina PattySE

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Thursday, March 31, 2016BancorpSouth Arena

Tickets $10 at the door.www.jamtour.com/shows/tupelo-ms

WELCOME MICHAEL KELLY!March 6th

First Sunday and Party!Students, Parents of Teens and Youth Workers

March 9th

First Wednesday Night Event withMichael Kelly leading!

SPRING BREAK RETREAT at CENTRAL HILLS RETREAT CENTER | MARCH 13th - 16th

Speaker: Michael Kelly | Worship Leader: Wade WellborneRegister with a total fee $75 by March 2nd for BIBLE Study & Worship, Fun, Recreation and Fellowship!

(Depart Sunday p.m. and return Wednesday p.m.)

SUPER SUMMER LEADERSHIP / EVANGELISM / DISCIPLESHIP CONFERENCE | July 11th - 15th

Small Group Discipleship continues through April at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday nights.

JESUS-FOCUSED YOUTH MINISTRY – Youth Workers/Adult Volunteers Spiritual Training RetreatSaturday, April 2nd from 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. | hosted at FBC Houston, MS.

“Intelligent people are always open to new ideas. In fact, they look for them” Proverbs 18:15 (NLT). Share with us insights that might help the Recreation Ministry continue to be an effective tool for the Kingdom!

MERRYMAKER ACTIVITY DATEMonday, March 21, 10:30; Meal $4.00. Special Activity: Preparing for Spring, Summer and Beyond. A fun way to get ready for those outdoor activities demonstrated by our Morning Stretchers. Sign up at SA Board or call/text 662-231-4944.

2016 SENIOR ADULT COMMITTEEAudrey Roby, Ronnie Shurden, Patsy Wilson, Kay Chandler, Ruth Rasberry, Max Sturdivant, Margaret, Duncan, Tony Mason, Karen Williams

TRIPSHealth challenges have prevented us from getting a “foot” on the ground to confirm upcoming trips. Be looking at SA Board for updates.

MORNING STRETCH Get a jump on Spring and join friendly faces on Tuesday and Thursdays mornings 9:00-9:45 in the gym. We gather to stretch our body and spirit with simple exercise and laughter!

VAN DRIVERS NEEDEDWould you like to help drive a van on Sunday mornings to pick up persons who need a ride? Maybe just one route? Maybe just once a month? Contact David and share your interest.

NEED A RIDE TO CHURCH?We pick up on Sunday mornings for 8:30 Worship, 9:45 Sunday School, and 11:00 Worship. We take home after Sunday School, and after second Worship. Call David Smith 231-4944 to arrange pickup route.

SHEPHERD’S CENTER Seniors Serving SeniorsThursday, March 17th at Calvary Baptist Church, 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. This is for everyone in our community 50+. Contact Dot Rieves or church office for more information.

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RECREATION / SENIOR ADULT NEWSSOFTBALL REGISTRATIONAges 16 and Older, MEN Slow-pitch, WOMEN Slow-pitch, Sign-up at Rec Desk or text, 662-231-4944

RECREATION FACILITIES ACCESSChurch entrance doors and outside doors will be locked in order to enhance current security. Please use silver intercom to access use of Rec facilities 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. Monday – Friday, Saturdays 9:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Those who have Rec Keys please call / text 231-4944. These keys will no longer work.

REC FACILITIESGym Open Play: Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri: 2:30 -9:30, and Saturdays 9:00-1:30; Fitness Room: Mon thru Fri, 7:00am– 9:30pm, Sat, 9:00am – 1:30pm. Call Rec Desk for up to date schedule 823-7114.

FITNESS ROOM AUTHORIZATIONAuthorization will be done on as needed basis. Contact David Smith 662-231-4944. Children 7th and 8th Grade can come with their parents. 9th grade can get their own ID.

At Harrisburg, we biblically train and equip men to be spiritual leaders in their homes, in the church, and in their places of business. Please join us for our next Men’s Ministry Luncheon on March 7th at 11:30 a.m. in the Youth Adventure Lodge. Our guest speaker is Brother Stanley Huddleston, Senior Pastor of First Baptist Church, Baldwyn.

Change a Life. Change the World is more than a catchy tagline—it’s what happens through WMU® around the world every day. We meet twice monthly on the first and third Tuesday of each month.

BLOOD DRIVE Sunday, March 20th in our gym; 8:00 - 11:00 a.m. Pre-register online at www.bloodhero.com. Use sponsor code: Harrisburg, or come by Rec Desk.

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DIVORCE CARENew session begins on Wednesday, March 2nd, 6:00 p.m. in Room 516.

DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME BEGINS MARCH 13TH

Set your clocks forward one hour before you go to bed on March 12th!

The Church Office will be closed on Friday, March 25th in observance of Good Friday.

Mr. and Mrs. Larry Roebuck request the honour of your presence at the marriage of their daughter, Audrey Anna to John Alexander Rowland on Saturday, March 19th at 6:00 p.m. at Harrisburg Baptist Church.

Please join us for a bridal tea shower for Andrea Riccio, bride-elect of Dustin Todd, son of Christy and Bart Todd, on Saturday, March 5th, 5:00 p.m. at the Club House at the Villages. Hosted by the Young SS Class.

Please join us for a bridal tea shower for Ann Anthony, bride-elect of Wesley Hazel, son of Lisa and Steve Hensley, Traci and Keith Hazel, on Sunday, March 20th, 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. in the HBC parlor. Given by the Rumbarger / Martin SS Class.

Please join us for a bridal tea shower for Emily Hall, daughter of Kim and Lee Tutor and the late Nicky Hall, bride-elect of Matthew Dahlke, on Sunday, April 3rd, 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. in the HBC Parlor. Hosted by the Collins SS Class.

Please join us for a bridal tea shower for Bethany Poppelreiter, bride-elect of Justin Clark, son of Marsha and Jack Clark on Sunday, April 10th, 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. in the HBC Parlor. Hosted by the Ferris Class.

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