Wednesday, May 2, 2012

Come on out tonight !

Blake Monroe leading worship and our very own Johnathan Callahan sharing about God's purpose in your life. 

New series kicks off tonight. What's The purpose of life ? 


THE
REFUGE 
6PM

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Wednesday, April 18, 2012

Tonight

Roll Bounce 
we will meet at the refuge at 5:30 and we will return at 8:30 

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Wednesday, April 4, 2012

April Cal.

2012 cal 1.pdf.pdf Download this file

God Bless,
BRANDON STARNES

Refugenew

WESTMEADE BAPTIST STUDENT MINISTRY

1626 Runnymeade AVE SW
Decatur AL 35601
256-353-8239 Ext.207


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Monday, April 2, 2012

April Cal.

2012 cal 1.pdf.pdf Download this file

God Bless,
BRANDON STARNES

Refugenew

WESTMEADE BAPTIST STUDENT MINISTRY

1626 Runnymeade AVE SW
Decatur AL 35601
256-353-8239 Ext.207


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April Cal.

2012 cal 1.pdf.pdf Download this file

God Bless,
BRANDON STARNES

Refugenew

WESTMEADE BAPTIST STUDENT MINISTRY

1626 Runnymeade AVE SW
Decatur AL 35601
256-353-8239 Ext.207


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Thursday, March 22, 2012

Spiritual Gift Results

link to test online



Evangelism

• Evangelism—God gifts his church with evangelists to lead others to Christ effectively and enthusiastically. This gift builds up the body by adding new members to its fellowship (Eph. 4:11).

First Priority

birmingham mission trip

adopt a block - dream center in Decatur

One program

Prophecy

Prophecy—The gift of prophecy is proclaiming the Word of God boldly. This builds up the body and leads to conviction of sin. Prophecy manifests itself in preaching and teaching (1Cor. 12:10; Rom. 12:6).

mentor students

small groups - to learn more about word

sharing word with others

posting Scripture on facebook refuge page twitter to encourage

Sunday School

Teaching

• Teaching—Teaching is instructing members in the truths and doctrines of God’s Word for the purposes of building up, unifying, and maturing the body (1 Cor. 12:28; Rom. 12:7; Eph. 4:11).

mentor students

small groups - to learn more about word

sharing word with others

posting Scripture on facebook refuge page twitter to encourage

Sunday School

LIT’s

Exhortation

Possessors of this gift encourage members to be involved in and enthusiastic about the work of the Lord. Members with this gift are good counselors and motivate others to service. Exhortation exhibits itself in preaching, teaching, and ministry (Rom. 12:8).

mentor students

small groups - to learn more about word

sharing word with others

posting Scripture on facebook refuge page twitter to encourage

Sunday School

LIT’s

1st impressions

follow up team

Pastor Shepherding

 Shepherding—The gift of shepherding is manifested in persons who look out for the spiritual welfare of others. Although pastors, like shepherds, do care for members of the church, this gift is not limited to a pastor or staff member (Eph. 4:11).

mentor students

small groups - to learn more about word

sharing word with others

posting Scripture on facebook refuge page twitter to encourage

Sunday School

LIT’s

1st impressions

follow up team

visitation - go and see students when sick or in hospital

Showing Mercy

 • Mercy—Cheerful acts of compassion characterize those with the gift of mercy. Persons with this gift aid the body by empathizing with hurting members. They keep the body healthy and unified by keeping others aware of the needs within the church (Rom. 12:8).

mentor students

small groups - to learn more about word

sharing word with others

posting Scripture on facebook refuge page twitter to encourage

Sunday School

LIT’s

1st impressions

follow up team

visitation - go and see students when sick or in hospital

video team

Serving

 • Service/Helps—Those with the gift of service/helps recognize practical needs in the body and joyfully give assistance to meeting those needs. Christians with this gift do not mind working behind the scenes (1 Cor. 12:28; Rom. 12:7).

mentor students

small groups - to learn more about word

sharing word with others

posting Scripture on facebook refuge page twitter to encourage

Sunday School

LIT’s

1st impressions

follow up team

visitation - go and see students when sick or in hospital

video team

run computer

praise band

clean up refuge

refuge Fridays

Giving

• Giving—Members with the gift of giving give freely and joyfully to the work and mission of the body. Cheerfulness and liberality are characteristics of individuals with this gift (Rom. 12:8).

mentor students

small groups - to learn more about word

sharing word with others

Sunday School

LIT’s

1st impressions

follow up team

visitation - go and see students when sick or in hospital

video team

run computer

praise band

clean up refuge

refuge Fridays

adopt a block

Administration

• Persons with the gift of administration lead the body by steering others to

remain on task. Administration enables the body to organize according to God-given purposes and long-term goals (1 Cor. 12:28).

refuge leaders team

Summit

mentor students

small groups - to learn more about word

sharing word with others

Sunday School

LIT’s

1st impressions - organize it

follow up team - organize it

video team - plan it

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Monday, March 12, 2012

2012 Band Try Outs

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Songs to Know 
We are Here For You -Key d flat
Draw Me Close To You - Key d

chords can be found at www.iwillworship.com

God Bless,
BRANDON STARNES


Refugenew

WESTMEADE BAPTIST STUDENT MINISTRY

1626 Runnymeade AVE SW
Decatur AL 35601
256-353-8239 Ext.207


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Thursday, March 1, 2012

New! Sunday School Open Assembly

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Starting this Sunday in THEREFUGE we will be starting open assembly! It will be a time for you to hang out, get some refreshments and start the morning of with some excitement. 

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New! Sunday School Open Assembly

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Starting this Sunday in THEREFUGE we will be starting open assembly! It will be a time for you to hang out, get some refreshments and start the morning of with some excitement. 

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Tuesday, February 28, 2012

Amazing Resources !!!

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This Wed. Calling all Parents

Parents I wanted to remind you that Sav A Life will be here at 6pm the doors will be open at 5:30 and service will start at 6:00. I really hope you make the time to come and support this. 

Love Never Fails Program 

This is a Bible based presentation for teens regarding their choices in the areas of sex and dating. The program is designed to be upbeat and entertaining even though the content is serious. Colorful props,power point slides, video and interactive demonstrations serve to enhance the Love Never Fails experience. 

We will also be taking a love offering that night to help this ministry. Sav A Life offers this program free, and I thought it would be great to take a donation to help them. 

Topics to be addressed 
- STD's
-Pregnancy
-Abortion
-adoption
-decision making
-love
-forgiveness
-clear communication
- alcohol abuse 

A way for your Student to earn some extra cash 

Juanita Smith is needing a couple of boys to help put some mulch out on March 10. If you are interested you can call her at 256-353-2957

Student Cal 

March12.pdf Download this file

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Tuesday, January 31, 2012

DNOW TIP OF THE DAY

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WHAT TO BRING [& NOT]:

TO BRING

· Bible, notepad & pen

· Sleeping Bags & Pillow

· Toiletries such as toothbrush, shampoo, soap and deodorant

· Plastic bags for wet clothes, shoes & towels

· Sun protection (sunscreen, sunglasses with retaining cord)

· Camera

· Clothing: ( something old for Saturday )

-Modest, comfortable clothing

-Old tennis shoes

-No questionable ads on t-shirts, no short-shorts, no tight-fitting clothing

-A dry change of clothes for the ride home ( Saturday Race )

 

WHAT NOT TO BRING:

· Alcohol

· Tobacco

· Illegal drugs

· Fireworks

· Water guns

· Roller blades

· Skateboards

· Weapons

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DNOW TIP OF THE DAY

Breathe_dnow-1

WHAT TO BRING [& NOT]:

TO BRING

· Bible, notepad & pen

· Sleeping Bags & Pillow

· Toiletries such as toothbrush, shampoo, soap and deodorant

· Plastic bags for wet clothes, shoes & towels

· Sun protection (sunscreen, sunglasses with retaining cord)

· Camera

· Clothing: ( something old for Saturday )

-Modest, comfortable clothing

-Old tennis shoes

-No questionable ads on t-shirts, no short-shorts, no tight-fitting clothing

-A dry change of clothes for the ride home ( Saturday Race )

 

WHAT NOT TO BRING:

· Alcohol

· Tobacco

· Illegal drugs

· Fireworks

· Water guns

· Roller blades

· Skateboards

· Weapons

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Monday, January 30, 2012

Dnow info and Feb. info

Dear Parents,

Dnow is here can you believe it !!!!! I wanted you to be aware of the schedule for the weekend. I have attached a schedule. Please be in prayer for the weekend. I wanted you also to know If you have any questions please don' t hesitate in calling me.

 Also attached is the monthly calendar for February. During the month of February we will be discussing purity issues. We will be covering dating, sex, communication, material we watch and lastly the company we keep. Please be prepared to talk with your child on these issues.  I assure you these talks will be appropriate for 6th - 12th grades. 

2012 feb.pdf Download this file

dnow 2012 see below

Wednesday   Dnow  Rally 

5:30 at church to ride vans 
6:30 rally starts at Decatur Baptist Church 
8:30 arrive back at church 

(Parents you can drop off your students at Rally and pick them up if you would like)

Friday 
6:15 Registration begins ( GYM )
7p Kick-off Rally session 1
9p Leave for Host Home
9:45p Snacks & Hang Time
10:45p Snacks
11:30p Lights Out

Saturday

8a Breakfast
8:30a Quiet Time
9a Breakout Session 2
10a Depart to Shaw Farm
11a Lunch w/Session 3
3p Depart for Host Homes
5:05p Depart to WBC
5:35p Supper in MC FH  pizza little ceasers
7p Worship Rally @ Decatur Baptist
9:00p Depart for Host Homes
10p Discussion/Decision Session 4
11p Snacks
11:30p Lights Out

Sunday

9a Breakfast in MC FH
9:30a D-Now Wrap Up
Celebration & Group Picture
10:30a Sit together in Worship

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