Children’s Worship Begins
Sunday, February 7th!
See Page 4 for more details.
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THE PASTOR WRITES
February 2016
by Dr. Chuck Hampton, Transition Pastor
The love month has arrived again. What a perfect time to say just what I love about the Harrisburg family!
I love our super committed staff of ministers and the support team that believe in the purpose for which Christ has called us
as His church! They love what they do. Pray for them as they lead out for maximum impact of their ministries.
I love DiscipleNow and the opportunity it affords our students to “reset” their lives for Jesus and His “divine design” for their
lives. What a great response for the event this year! Sue Mac provided model leadership and the
DNow staff and host home families were the best!
I love it when we do missions. Bob Fulgham, David Langerfeld, Tim Alexander and Sue Mac joined
in with our Honduras medical/dental/evangelistic mission team to display the love of Jesus before
that part of our world. Thank-you to the Honduras Mission Team for giving of yourselves for others
to receive the gift of the gospel!
I love how you in the Harrisburg family give so sacrificially! We exceeded the Lottie Moon Offering
Goal of $87,000 for Global Missions. We gave $90,581.37! Then, wow, what a statement of faith as
we exceeded our 2015 budget receipts by 11%. The church budget was $3,168,174.94 and we
gave $3,502,393.86!
FAITH is a great way to love on our community. A brand new season gets underway on February
23. Come and help us share the love of Christ for our hurting world!
Express loving appreciation to our Lead Pastor Search Committee and Minister to Students Search
Committee. Both groups are following God’s lead in the deliberate search for the right leaders for
such a time as this at Harrisburg. Continue to support them in prayer.
I conclude this article with something I don’t love to do. Mary Langford, the Lead Pastor’s
Administrative Assistant, is retiring after a 40 year career of excellence. Without a doubt, she is one
of the greatest in her role that I have ever seen! She will be missed by me and many others in our staff and deacon ministries!
Mary, we love you for what you have done for us in serving Christ for His glory! The grace, peace and joy of Jesus to you in
these days of a new and exciting phase in your life.
For His purpose,
Pastor Chuck
With a heart for God and for His people, Mary Langford has served faithfully and with distinction as a Pastor’s Ministry
Assistant, to me and to Dr. Gayle Alexander at FBC, Tupelo, as I am sure she has with Dr. Forest Sheffield in her tenure
at Harrisburg Baptist Church. It is my joy to write a word of commendation and appreciation for Mary on the occasion
of her retirement.
Being a pastor is no easy calling, and that means the supportive role of the Pastor’s Ministry Assistant comes with its
unique challenges (An understatement, for sure!). How do you keep up with the Pastor and all that he is keeping up
with? You do so with much prayer and by God’s grace, and that is why I know Mary Langford walks with the Lord—for
she has “kept up” with several pastors in the years of her service with such grace. Her peaceful disposition, attention
to the smallest detail, and uncompromising commitment to excellence have made us all better servants of the Lord.
And through the years of working with Mary, I testify to the reality that Mary Langford’s service on church staff has been
through the years “a labor of love,” coming out of a heart of love and commitment to Jesus Christ!
Congratulations, Mary, and thanks for all you have done to facilitate ministry through the Body of Christ in general and
the pastor’s office in particular. Thank you for your support, wise counsel, and encouraging words and actions that
were part of your everyday ministry to us all! May our Lord bless your days ahead with much joy and happiness!
Dr. Randy Von Kanel
January 28, 2016
Mary Langford is one gifted ministry assistant. I can’t speak too highly of her proficiency in secretarial skills,
organizational skills, and people skills. As a secretarial assistant to the pastor she is tops in compassion for the people,
understanding how ministry is to be done, excels in keeping confidences, and is ever aware of the demands of daily
details.
Gayle Alexander
Mary has exemplified all the abilities it requires to be an Administrative Assistant to Senior Pastors. She possesses
wonderful people skills coupled with the kindest and most loving Spirit of Jesus imaginable. Her organizational skills are
exceptional which makes her extremely qualified for keeping up with the Senior Pastor’s schedule and the ability to
work under the pressure of constant deadlines. Mary’s ministry to her Lord as an Administrative Assistant has been more
than exceptional and made my ministry so much more effective. She is to be congratulated for her service for almost
27 years as an Administrative Assistant to Senior Pastors. We will miss her immensely at Harrisburg.
Dr. Forrest Sheffield
February
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February 2016
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. February 3rd: Chicken Pot Pie, Fried
Okra, Biscuits, Pear Salad and Dessert. Kids: Pizza and Chips. February
10th: Tacos, Spanish Rice, Refried Beans, Corn Salad and Dessert. Kids:
Tacquitos and Tortilla Chips. February 17th: Chicken Alfredo, Green
Beans, Fried Squash, Salad, Garlic Bread and Dessert. Kids: Chicken
Nuggets and French Fries. February 24th: Soup, Sandwiches, Salad,
Corn Bread and Dessert. Kids: Hamburgers and Tater Tots.
Sunday School
Attendance
December 27
January 03
January 10
January 17
|
|
|
|
864
973
997
1080
Extended Teaching Care - February 7th 8:10 a.m.: Samantha Fikes,
Brandi Long, Christa Evans, Denise Green, Steve & Lisa Hensley, Chad
& Amanda Long. 10:40 a.m.: Buddy & Krisha Mims, Steven & Jeanna
Witt, Deb Duran, Sue Stokes February 14th 8:10 a.m.: Bonnie Webb,
Jill Conerly, Jackie Webb, Nelda Hartley, Dennis & Ashley Buse, Theresa
Grisham, Dana Long. 10:40 a.m.: DeAnna Woods, Trina Gamiel, Keith
& Gina Hood, David & Cathy Davis. February 21st 8:10 a.m.: Pam
Hurst, Crystal Wilson, Jason & Jennifer Boyette, John & Cathy Leslie,
Alan & Carol Flowers. 10:40 a.m.: Christina & Ainsley Brown, Anna
Carol Mitchell, Rob & Julie Hensley, Briley Backstrom, Brenda Tidwell.
February 28th 8:10 a.m.: Selena Davis, Amanda Holland, , Dog & Kara
Penny, Ashley Evans, Amber Steele, Mat & Christy Oswalt. 10:40 a.m.:
Colee & Clarissa McCain, Maria & Mikaela Page, Lynn Dean.
Greeters: February 7th Front: John and Sue Simmons, Back: John and
Carrie Coggins | February 14th Front: Gerald Conaway, Back: Terry
Simons | February 21st Front: Bob and Joan Maynard, Back: Mike and
Margaret Robinson | February 28th Front: Jamie and Linda Owens, Back:
Patsy Wilson and Pat Henson.
Budget Received
December 27
January 03
January 10
January 17
67,179.01
514,589.70
52,261.47
58,758.52
42,942.75
2016 Required to Date $
2016 Received to Date $
201,537.03
153,962.74
Building and Maintenance
Fund Received 2016 $
18,533.50
Giving
$
$
$
$
Monthly
2016 Weekly Budget Requirement $
WEEKLY
AT A GLANCE
SUNDAYS
February 07
Morning 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 Noon at the Lodge
Children’s Bible Drill 3:30 p.m.
Evening Worship 5:00 p.m.
February 14
Morning 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 3:00 p.m.
Children’s Bible Drill 4:00 p.m.
Evening Worship 5:00 p.m.
February 21
Morning 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.
Evening Worship 5:00 p.m.
Deacons’ Meeting 6:00 p.m.
February 28
Morning Worship 8:30 a.m. & 11:00 a.m.
Sunday School 9:45 a.m.
Children’s Worship 8:30 a.m. & 11:00 a.m.
Zamar Student Choir 3:30 p.m.
Children’s Bible Drill 4:00 p.m.
Evening Worship 5:00 p.m.
MONDAYS
Mother’s Day Out 8:30 a.m.
Trail Life 6:30 p.m.
Men’s Luncheon 11:30 a.m. (8th)
Merrymakers 11:30 a.m. (22nd)
TUESDAYS
Morning Stretch 9:00 a.m.
WMU 11:15 a.m. (2nd and 16th)
FAITH 5:30 a.m. (begins Feb. 23rd)
WEDNESDAYS
Evening Meal 4:45 p.m.
Library Open 5:00 p.m.
Youth Bible Drill 5:00 p.m.
Music and Missions 6:00 p.m.
Mid-Week Bible Study 6:00 p.m.
Bible Studies 6:00 p.m.
Student Revolution 6:00 p.m.
Choir Rehearsal 6:30 p.m.
THURSDAYS
Mother’s Day Out 8:30 a.m.
Morning Stretch 9:00 a.m.
Heritage Singers 10:00 a.m.
STAFF ON CALL
In the event of an emergency,
the minister on call can be reached at 891-7914.
February 06-07 |
February 13-14 |
February 20-21 |
February 27-28 |
David Langerfeld
Tim Alexander
Aaron Tomes
Tim Alexander
February 2016
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PRESCHOOL NEWS
M&M’S
On Wednesday nights from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. we have a wonderful
Music & Missions program for our 3-5 Year Olds! The M&M teachers
lead them in music and missions activities, teaching them about God’s
love and how it can be spread around the world. They meet in the
following rooms down our preschool hall: 3’s – room 141, 4’s – room
144, and 5’s (kindergarteners) - room 150. We hope your child will
join us! There is childcare available for younger preschoolers in the
nursery area.
Valentine’s Day Party
at PNO!
Parents’ Night Out
will be on February
12th from 6:00 - 9:30
p.m. We will discuss how much God loves us, exchange
Valentine cards, play in the gym, and have a special snack.
Please send valentines with your child to PNO. The cost
is $15 per family for members and non-members. Please
sign up by Sunday, February 7th, to reserve your spot so
we can properly plan for childcare needs. If you have any
questions, call Tonya Cox at 348-2505 or 372-6592. We
look forward to seeing you at PNO.
HARRISBURG
We need Assistant Teachers in both of our preschool two-yearold classes. Please pray about helping teach our precious
little ones on Sunday mornings, and contact Angela Mitchell
(823-7124 or [email protected]) if you are
interested in filling one of these positions.
DAY SCHOOL REGISTRATION DATES
Feb 1st - 5th
Non-HBC members may enroll a child who is not
presently enrolled in Day School
Feb 8th - 12th
All HBC Members
Feb 15th -
Public Registration
CHILDREN’S NEWS
CENTRI-KID CAMP
CentriKid is a five day, four night camp for 3rd – 6th graders to experience the time of
their lives and learn more about the message of Jesus Christ. Kids will take part in
Bible study, recreation, track times, and worship. From the future sports star, to the
young scientist, to the rising chef, every kid gets to participate in exciting activities of
their choice. Camps are staffed by college and seminary students who can’t wait to
hang out with your kids and love to share Christ through every aspect of camp! This year’s camp is from June 27th - July 1st at Timber
Creek Camp, Pulaski, Mississippi. For Children who have completed 3rd - 6th Grade. $280 / child; $100 Deposit (non-refundable) due
February 10th with registration. Register online at www.harrisburgonline.org. For more information, contact Shelley at 842-6917
or [email protected].
HARRISBURG 5TH AND 6TH GRADE
SPRING RETREAT
April 8th - 9th
Lake Forest Ranch, Macon, MS
Guest Speaker: Gary Permenter
This is a great weekend designed just for
Harrisburg 5th and 6th Graders. We’ll leave
after school on Friday, April 18th 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. Register online at www.
harrisburgonline.org beginning February 15th.
The deadline to register is Friday, April 11st.
$75.00 per child.
CHILDREN’S WORSHIP WILL RESUME ON SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 7! Twitch, the newest employee at Berry Blast Theme Park has a lot to learn
about what makes a great park employee. In order to be the best Berry
Blast has to offer, Twitch has to master joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control, and love. It’s a good thing he has
Bernie to train him. Grab your tickets and get in line as Bernie helps Twitch
face life’s difficulties using the ultimate fruit, the Fruit of the Spirit.
Children’s Worship meets during the 8:30 and 11:00 a.m. service in Adult
8&9, and is for 4 year old - 5th Graders. Parents are welcome to attend with
their children. Every element is planned with your kid in mind and with the
goal of helping him or her learn to worship. Come give it a try!
February 2016
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STUDENT NEWS
THANK YOU! Disciple Now was a huge
success. Our Students gathered with
over 1,400 other students from the area
for a weekend of Worship, Bible Study
and Service. We filled the room at the
Furniture Market and learned how to
follow God even more with our lives.
On Saturday we served a neighborhood
by raking yards, preparing meals for
families and delivering cookies and
encouragement to every family in the
neighborhood.
Our Student Ministry is so thankful
for host home parents, van drivers, our
mission project helpers, our college
leaders, the freshmen serve team, those
who sorted shirts and supplies, people
that provided meals, snacks, and served
food, the countless people that prayed
for the weekend and others that served
to help make the weekend a HUGE
success. We are thankful that we have a
church that values students and provides
opportunities for them to grow in their
relationship with Christ!
Thursday, March 31, 2016
BancorpSouth Arena
Tickets $10 at the door.
www.jamtour.com/shows/tupelo-ms
YOUth PRAYer BREAKfast! Beginning January 14th. Thursdays @
6:46 a.m. in Fellowship Hall. Bring money for Breakfast! Student-led
devotional and prayer time. Transportation to schools is provided.
HBC Student Ministry Youth “Worker Volunteers
Spiritual Retreat Training
Saturday, April 2nd | 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
February - April 2016 – Super Summer Small Group Studies
March 13th - 16th – Retreat at Central hills Camp
Mark Your Calendars!
VBS 2016
June 6th - 10th
February 2016
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FAITH Evangelism is a discipleship program that
creates a culture of evangelism in our church by
equipping and mobilizing believers in lifestyle
evangelism, disciple-making, and ministry.
Our next FAITH semester will begin
on February 23rd at 5:30 p.m.
in Fellowship Hall.
WinShape Camps for Communities
July 18th - 22nd, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
1st - 6th Graders (grade completed)
$204.00
WinShape is coming back to Tupelo this summer!
Harrisburg has joined with other area chruches
and businesses, and will host WinShape Camps
for Communities July 18-22. During the week
1st-6th Graders may pick from 21 special skills
like archery, cheerleading, flag football, wacky
science, crafts, fastfood, and secret ops. They
will also expereice amazing small group Bible
study time and worship with the WinShape
camp pastor, counselors and band.
Registration Kickoff Week will be the first week in March. More details to come about how YOU can be
involved!
PLEASE CONTINUE TO PRAY FOR OUR SEARCH COMMITTEES
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
SECURITY
WALKERS
Minister to Students Search Committee:
Tim Brown, Chairman; Shannon Carter, Scott Cochran, Theresa Grisham,
Brian McCoy, Brian Riggs and Lee Stratton
February 7th
February 14th
February 21st
February 28th
8:15 am - 9:30 am
8:15 am - 9:30 am
8:15 am - 9:30 am
8:15 am - 9:30 am
Mark Weeden
Dean Thompson
Blue Logan
John Bryson
9:45 am-10:45 am
9:45 am-10:45 am
9:45 am-10:45 am
9:45 am-10:45 am
Kirk Kennedy
George Hand
Ronnie Russell
Skipper Holliman
11:00 am - Noon
11:00 am - Noon
11:00 am - Noon
11:00 am - Noon
Doug Whitenton
Chris Hester
Frank Kessler
John Hall
February 2016
RECREATION / SENIOR ADULT NEWS
RECREATION FACILITIES ACCESS
Beginning Monday, February 8th the church 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 or
text 231-4944. These keys will no longer work.
MORNING STRETCH
Come in from the cold and join warm friendly faces on Tuesday
and Thursdays mornings 9:00 - 9:45 a.m. in the gym. We
gather to stretch our body and spirit with simple exercise and
laughter! Friends and other church members are invited. Ken
Weston and his mother Ruth are two new participants!
REC FACILITIES
Gym Open Play: (Mon, Tues, Thurs, and Fri: 2:30 -9:30)
(Saturdays: Ballgames and parties); Fitness Room: Mon thru
Fri, 7:00am– 9:30pm, (Parents Night Out, Friday, February
12), Sat, 9:00am – 5:00pm. Call Rec Desk for up to date
schedule 823-7114
FITTNESS ROOM AUTHORIZATION
Authorization will be done on as needed basis. Contact David
Smith 662-231-4944. Children 7th and 8th Grade can come
with their parents. Ninth grade can get their own ID.
BIRTHDAY PARTIES
Contact David Smith 823-7115 or come by the Rec Desk and
pick up an updated brochure to see how you can reserve a party.
2016 RECREATION COMMITTEE
Mary Johnson, Carla Weeden, Chad West, Julie Hensley, Keith
Teeple, Scott Wise, Mark Bresee, Jon Maynard, Cheryl Ware.
In order to better communicate with you, the
Singles Committee would like to have the
email address of all Singles in our church. If
you are single of any age (never married, divorced or widowed), please send your email
address to Donna Sharp<[email protected]>.
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 at 11:15 a.m.
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“Intelligent people are always open to new ideas. In
fact, they look for them.” Proverbs 18:15 (NLT)
State Senior Adult Evangelism Rally
Wheeler Grove Baptist Church, Corinth, MS, Tuesday,
February 2nd. Details and signup at SA Board or call / text
231-4944. Leave church at 7:00 a.m., Lunch at Local
Restaurant in Corinth following rally.
Merrymakers Program Date
Monday, February 22nd, Covered Dish, 11:30 a.m. Special
guest is PATRICIA NEELY-DORSEY; Reflections of a
Mississippi Magnolia-A Life in Poems;” a celebration of
the south and things southern”, “Meet Mississippi through
Poetry, Prose and The Written Word”. Sign up at SA Board
or call / text 662-231-4944.
2016 SENIOR ADULT COMMITTEE
Audrey Roby, Ronnie Shurden, Patsy Wilson, Kay Chandler,
Ruth Rasberry, Max Sturdivant, Margaret, Duncan, Tony
Mason, Karen Williams.
Health challenges have prevented us from getting a “foot”
on the ground to confirm upcoming trips. Be looking at SA
Board for updates.
NEED A RIDE TO CHURCH?
We pick up on Sunday mornings this fall 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 Seniors
Thursday, February 18th at Calvary Baptist Church, 9:00 11:00 a.m., First United Methodist Church, Tupelo. This is
for everyone in our community 50+. Contact Dot Rieves for
more information.
A special ministry that allows YOU
to share in God’s Grace!
The Men’s Ministry at Harrisburg
is dedicated to helping men be
the godly men God calls us to
be. Harrisburg’s men are active
in our community.
Our next
Men’s Luncheon is scheduled
for February 8th at 11:30 a.m. in
the Youth Adventure Lodge. Our
guest speaker will be Dr. David
Hamiliton, Pastor of West heights
Baptist Church, Pontotoc.
What’s Happening
at Harrisburg
Please join us for a bridal tea shower for MEMORY MCPHERSON, daughter of Roseanne and Ricky McPherson,
bride-elect of DANIEL LOFTON on Sunday, February 28th, 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. in the Courtyard Parlor. Given by the
Bill Collins Sunday School Class.
Upcoming Bible Studies
33 The Series - A Man and His Fatherhood
Wednesdays at 6:00 p.m. beginning February 24th in Room 520
The final volume of 33 The Series will help you begin to think strategically about being a dad and give you an
inspiring vision for grace-based parenting as well as how we as dads can point our kids toward true greatness and
set them up for extraordinary lives. It also equips dads with important distinctions in raising sons and daughters.
This study provides insights and biblical truths that can carry you through the confusion and dark moments of
fatherhood and also energize you for its high points and powerful moments. Led by Derwood Tutor.
Retirement Reception for Mary Langford
Wednesday, February 3rd, 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. in the Parlor Area.
Daily Devotion
Would you like to receive a devotion in your e-mail inbox each weekday to encourage you as
you live the Christian life? David Langerfeld sends out a devotional thought each weekday that
is free to anyone who requests it. To receive the Daily Encourager, send a request to dlangerfeld@
harrisburgonline.org.
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