Emmanuel Baptist Church
Marion, Kentucky

TESTIMONIES

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DECEMBER

December 28: Ice Skating Outing, Evansville, IN

"Hey, I'm not supposed to see those yellow numbers, am I?"

"See, I CAN skate and chew gum at the same time!"

"PINK is the new black! Black is the OLD black, and denim is... I forget."

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OCTOBER

October 29-31: SHINE Event, Emmanuel Baptist Church

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AUGUST

August 4 - 5: The hot dog fellowships held at Veteran's Park in Marion were an overwhelming success both physically and spiritually. Over 250 homes were served information packets that included gospel tracts, coloring books promoting EBC church activities, crayons, as well as anti-drug literature. During the two-day event, over 600 Pepsi products were distributed. Over 250 hot dogs and 80 hamburgers were served. This activity involved our children's ministry, youth, young adult, and senior adults. We not only ministered to the families in the area but we also strengthened the unity of the church as different types of ministries were involved in the effort. Tony and Sheila Tabor led in the effort, organizing both the mailings announcing that we were coming and the grocery items made available. Jack and Michelle Berry (children's ministry directors) proved valuable in helping cook, clean, and distribute at the concession trailer. Donnie and Robin Taylor helped lead the youth in walking door to door handing out the packets. Thanks to all who attended and we look forward to seeing God increase the fruits of this project for years to come.

August 4 was the launch date for the Crittenden County Christian Softball Fellowship. Please obtain copies of the schedule and come out to enjoy being together as we exercise, worship, and fellowship together through the end of the summer. Special thanks to our recreation team, Shawn Stinnett, Emily Watson, and Eddie Lee Belt as they continue to lead us in this opportunity.

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JULY

July 30th: Thirteen members of the Emmanuel Baptist Church gathered in northwest Marion for a special prayer walk. Many of those participating gained valuable insight into the number of homes, children, and needs in this area. Their spoken testimonies reveal the power and infinite possibilities available when God's people get outside the walls of the church and begin to express God's love through faithful servant ministry.
July 30: Bro. Rob traveled to Tolu Methodist Church to participate in their time of community revival. The congregation made him feel welcome and appreciated. We look forward to working with them in the future.

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In July we experienced a wonderful week of Bible School featuring the Construction Zone: Building Character for God. During the week we enrolled 165 with an average attendance of 129. $125.00 was collected for missions work being performed in Tijuana, Mexico.

Thanks to all who labored, sacrificed, cleaned, served, taught, and encouraged during this wonderful event. We especially thank our VBS leaders, Latisha Belt and Melissa Gilland. Your Bible school ministry has provided a model of dedication for all of our ministries to follow.

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JUNE

June 6th -11th: Twenty-five students and leaders attended Wild Week camp in Carlinsville, Illinois. Ken Freeman led the worship services, Among Thorns led in the praise. Our campers report the experience was, "a blast, an inspiration," and they "can't wait to go back next year." EBC leaders enjoyed the camp because they could provide guidance to the students while allowing camp staff to physically and spiritually minister to the participants

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