Craig's List May 2015

Jacob Cochran has received acceptance into the National Honor Society.

Blake Evans won 4 blue ribbons at the Special Olympics held at Forsyth Central on Friday, April 17th. Way to go, Blake!

Alexis Harber volunteered as a “Buddy” to a ninth grader during the Special Olympics. We are proud of you, Alexis!

Kristyn Roden, Tucker, Georgia, education major at Carson-Newman University recently received a Twin Pillars Award of Excellence in Scholarship and Service (The event recognizes members of both the campus and greater communities who make significant contributions towards Carson-Newman’s ‘twin pillars’ of academic excellence and Christian service.) She also has received the Senior Girl Leadership award. She will Graduate on May 8, 2015 with honors from Carson-Newman University in Jefferson, Tennessee. She is the granddaughter of John & Earlene Roden.

2015 Vacation Bible School

VBS will be May 31^st – June 5^th.  Please join us for a week of Discovering how God’s    Everlasting Love is Incredible, Faithful, Invincible, Unconditional and Real.  We will be having a kick-off on Sunday night starting at 5:00 with a Hot-Dog supper.  We plan to enjoy our time together learning about God’s Love.  Classes are available for 0 to 100.  We will have our commencement service on Friday night.  Please notice that we want to have our students register on-line this year.  The PCBC website for VBS is www.vacationbibleschool.com/pcbc.  Should you have any questions, contact Sheila Dickerson or Lisa Evans.

May 2015 Pastors Perspective

...the desert shall rejoice, and blossom as the rose.

It certainly is a welcome sight to see the May flowers blooming as we travel here and there on our daily trips. Oftentimes I have been guilty of stating, "This sure is a busy time of year." Honestly, I've come to realize that every time is a busy time. Our schedules shout the appointments, our occupations scream for our time, our recreation calls out for our efforts, our chores command our attention, yet our Lord whispers for our hearts...I pray we all focus on Jesus during this beautiful, blooming time of year and always.

Love y'all,

Preacher Craig

Craig's List April 2015

James Thompson has been cancer free for 12 years this month. His family is so thankful and give God all the thanks and praise. We all love James very much.

Pine Crest Baptist Church had a tremendous time at our recent chicken dinner. Funds were raised, fun was had, and fellowship was sweet. May the Lord Jesus Christ continue to bless the efforts of His church.

Craig's List March 2015

Lucille Croft has been nominated for her tireless devotion to taking meals to folks, spearheading caring for families by organizing meals after funerals, and recently giving candy to the kids.

The ladies of Pine Crest are extremely generous in their providing food, prayers, and help in the time of need for many.

Those involved in the replacement of the Sunday School windows. They look fantastic and will for years to come.

Our team of technical technicians who volunteer to run the sound equipment each service. These individuals take great care in making sure everything sounds clear and at the right level.

Pastors Perspective March 2015

Is. 55:10

For as the rain cometh down, and the snow from heaven, and returneth not thither, but watereth the earth, and maketh it bring forth and bud, that it may give seed to the sower, and bread to the eater:

We have experienced how the snow comes down and waters God's beautiful creation, and soon we will see the buds. Many shall take the seed and sow it into the dirt, while planning and praying for a harvest.

Spring is just around the corner and with it comes the newness of life. With the change of season, I am reminded of the newness of life Pine Crest aches to see. The salvation of lost souls snatched from the pits of hell by our Lord Jesus Christ. The new life springing forth out of the depths of cold death. Oh, how we desire to see lost people born again.

Oh Lord, send the power just now!

Love y'all!

Preacher Craig

Craigs List February 2015

I would like to nominate BRANDON WATERS’ Sunday School class for helping the needy families at Christmas. It was a blessing to know they had the desire to do so much to help others. It was also a blessing that they allowed the church to help with the project. God bless you all.

I would like to nominate Jacob Cochran. His team from Forsyth Central finished as runner up in the National Engine Builders Challenge. They finished just 30 seconds off from the championship time! Gentlemen, way to start those engines!!

Halle Mizelle was recommended by her teacher Ms. Bell for the AIM Gifted Program at Hasty Elementary. She went through a whole week of testing and passed them to be accepted into the program. She has made all S's this year in her new school and has adjusted well. We are all so proud of her hard work, creativity, and sweetness.

Congratulations to Kayla Evans who did a fantastic job with the Honor Chorus in The Broadway Beat held at Liberty Middle School in January. She made us all proud.

Emma Tipton achieved all A's and B's on her report card last semester. She was recently nominated as start student for being passionate.

Eli Tipton achieved all A'a and B's last semester. A teacher recently reported that in his 12 years of teaching, Eli is the nicest kid he's ever known. We are very proud of our children and the strides they have made this year so far!

Andy Tipton recently received his black belt. His family is proud of his work ethic and accomplishments.

January 2015 Pastors Perspective

At 4:12 the morning of December 26, 2014, I was making coffee and thought, what is next?  Christmas has just passed and a new year is right around the corner, but what is next? 

             I envision Mary and Joseph awake at 4:12 the morning after Jesus was born. Jesus may have been awake as well. As Mary and Joseph were full of the events that had just transpired, I can imagine that they had the same question. I'm certain they had an innumerable amount of questions, but certainly, what is next? 

They began a new beginning. Their lives were changed through His birth, our lives are changed through His birth.

I pray we all experience a new beginning in Christ as we look ahead to the coming year. May we take it one experience at a time and may Jesus guide us with His grace and mercy as we embark onward as Mary and Joseph did...sharing Jesus with the world, for I believe He is always the answer to what is next.    

Preacher Craig

Craigs List January 2015

             A very special thank you to each and every one who contributed in any way to the Advent Devotional and to each one who took the time to read it.

             Thanks to all who participated in the Christmas Program. It was a tremendous success due to the mercy of God through each one.