The Missionary Corner

Reported by Sis. Maxine L. Day, President

 

Praise God from whom all blessings flow...praise Him all creatures here below; praise Him above ye heavenly host, praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost"... is the praise echoing forth from an excited and spirit-filled group of Missionaries at Lane Tabernacle C.M.E. Church. Our Prison Ministry has been thriving under the direction of Rev. Betty Williams Hopson, and Maxine L. Day, Missionary President, as we continue to work in the Lord's vineyard ministering to those incarcerated. Rev. Hopson delivered another soul stirring message on our last visit regarding the "Fruits of the Spirit" (Galatians 5:22)   Our prison ministry is moving to a higher level as we now have the ability to increase our volunteer membership.  On October 8, Rev. Hopson and Sis. Day were joined by Sis. Gwen Scales, Marsha Guy, and Minnie Hall, who attended their first volunteer informational session.  Other who are interested in assisting in the Third Sunday worship service are encouraged to see Rev. Hopson or Sis. Day for an application.  Current plans are to schedule and orientation for our volunteers during the month of November at Lane.  Our hopes are to save the lost souls, and provide hope for a new tomorrow through Christ Jesus. Quilts for Newborns Ministry has opened the doors for even greater service and on-going relationship with the Almost Home facility.  We participated in their annual sponsor appreciation and student recognition picnic where more quilts were presented to some of the young moms who were present.  Those
missionaries from Lane in attendance were Sis. Gertha Smith, Sis. Corin Cr
ymes, Sis. Katie Garrison, Sis. Ruby Pickett, Sis. Maxine Day, Sis. Minnie
Hall, and Bro. Jerry Hall.  Special thanks to Sis. Ruby Pickett, Sis. Corin
Crymes, and Sis. Louise Doss (instructor) who have devoted time and talent
to keep this program moving.=0A=0AOn October 11, under the direction of Rev. Charlet Givens, we participated in our first "Life Skills" session at Al=
most Home.  This weekly program coordinated by Sis. Sally Berry Austin, coo
rdinator at Almost Home, provided Lane the opportunity to share with other
organizations who are committed to ministry and providing information and
resources to assist these young moms in building a stronger family life for
themselves and their children.  We thank Sis. Ruby Pickett, Pam Pickett, Co=
rin Crymes, Gertha Smith, Maxine Day, Barbara Graham, Minnie Hall, Bro. Jer=
ry Hall, and our Chief Spiritual Leader, Pastor Morris for attending this s=
ession and facility tour.  Our topic of discussion for this session was bas=
ed on life's choices, or menu selections, from "Life's Buffet Line.  What d=
id you chose today?  Great enthusiasm expressed by young moms for a variety=
of selected topics for future monthly sessions have been developed by Rev.=
Givens.  Our next session
will be held December 6.  Congratulations to Rev. Givens for service well=
done and thanks to Pastor Morris for his on-going support of missions & mi=
nistry.=Special thanks to Minnie and Jerry Hall for using their resources to provide beautifully made with love Thanksgiving personal care packets for the young ladies of Almost Home.  Women's Missonary Council Scholarships & 90th Anniversary Observance: Women's Missonary Council Vice President,
Princess Pegues, reminds us of the opportunities available to C.M.E. stude
nts through various scholarships available (1) Helena B. Cobb Annual Book S
Scholarship, (2) the Helena B. Cobb, Four Year Higher Education Scholarship,=
or (3) the Save our Sons (SOS) Four Year Higher Education Scholarship.  =
=0A=0AAll students from Lane are asked to see Sis. Ann Jacox or Sis. Maxine=
L. Day for applications or if they have any questions on scholarship requi=
rements.  Applications for the Annual Book Scholarships will be reported, December 1.

The St. Louis District Helena B. Cobb Annual Scholarship Luncheon was hosted by Jamison Memorial Church.  Our local Vice Presidents worked with event chair, Eula Dee,an d Edna Foxworth, District Vice President, to coordinated another successful event that will raise funds to assist in support of our scholarship and educational programs.  The complimentary luncheon was the first to carry the theme of "White & Blue" to give focus to our connectional colors of white and royal blue.  Children from St. Louis District churches particpated in an informative skit that involved the students explaining the types of scholarships and services provided through the Helena B. Cobb Scholarship Program.  Congratulations to Amani King for doing an excellent job as one of the participants. Thanks to all Lane missionary circle leaders for coordinating delicious desserts for the luncheon; and supporting the "Show and Sale" coordinated by Lola Strayhorn that provides funds for overseas missions.

Our 90th Anniversary Celebration:  The Women's Missionary Council is celebrating its 90th Anniversary in 2008.  In recognition of this milestone event,the Council is producing a Commemorative Book where you may recognize persons for their accomplishments, pay tribute to love ones, showcase a family member or spouse, or special congratulations for 90-years of missionary excellence in missions tributes may be placed. It will also include a special section saluting our "90 years old (and older) missionary pioneers.  The theme for this event is "From Coleman to Hamb....The Journey Continues 1918-2008.  The cost for these tributes is $90.  Please see Sis. Maxine L. Day, Region Vice President, or Sis. Beatrice S. Payne, Region Assistant Secretary with any questions you may have.  Deadline for ads is December 1, 2007. continue to pray for growth through new members and creative ministries.  If you are ready serve in the Lord's Vineyard through the Missionary Society,please feel free to come to visit our monthly meeting held on the 4th Saturday at 11:00 a.m. at Lane.  Come, work, and let your light shine for Him!

Quadrennial Theme: "Christian Missionaries:  A Light of Hope in a Troubled World" Sis. Maxine L. Day, Missionary President; Lane Tabernacle C.M.E. Church.

We thank God from whom all blessings flow.  Our members express a special thank you to Pastor Morris for his vision and commitment to the Missionary Society.  A special thank you to our Lane family for your ongoing support of our ministry and look forward to greater service this conference year to sustain as well as increase members and our ministry.  I am pleased to confirm our officers for the 2006-2007 conference year. 

Officers:

Maxine L. Day, President

Ann Jacox, Vice President

Marsha Guy, Secretary

Gwen Scales, ASSistant Secretary

Winnie Cockrell, Treasurer

Rowena Blish, Spiritual Life Secreatarty

June Lane, Parlimentarian

Missionary Circle Leaders:

Maurine Daniels Missionary Circle #1      -      Gertha Smith

Epsia O. Garnett Missionary Circle #2     -      Mary Burress

Isaiah Scipio Young Adult Missionary Circle #3    -   Marilyn Mims

Imogene Murchison Missionary Circle #4       -           Ann Jacox

Rossie T. Hollis Children’s Department Secretary     -   Marilyn Mims

May 2007 Missionary Update:

Community Outreach:

Members of the Missionary Society of Lane recently spent a pre-Easter Saturday sharing “Quilts for Newborns.”   Our quilting ministry has been organized by Sis. Ruby Pickett and with the sewing skill of members such as Sis. Corine Crymes, Sis. Ann Jacox, Sis. Vanessa Harris, Sis. Katie Garrison, and Sis. Pickett, we were able produce lovely quilts for newborn babies in a local shelter for unwed mothers.  We were glad to visit with them and show that we care.  We look forward to continuing this bridge of love through our church services and special future activities that are being planned.
 

God has blessed us to do marvelous things, and with His help we will continue to serve when and where needed.  We are thankful for the ability to share and we invite you to join us!  You are welcome to meet with us each 4th Saturday of the month (except for holiday schedules).   

Our Contributions:Scholarships:    We were blessed to support our students with scholarship funds reported to the Helena B. Cobb Scholarship Luncheon held October  21 at Bray Temple C.M.E. Church.  Once again, Lane Tabernacle college students were given opportunity to apply for and receive the annual $100 book scholarship to help offset book expenses while in school.  Six applications were submitted for distributions next year.   Reports of those students who are this year’s recipients will be forthcoming.Feeding and Nuturing our people through the Overseas Missions and Meals for Millions ministry that provides help to needy families in our country as well as the 10th Episcopal District and Haiti.  Funds we have raised throughout the year will be reported to our Region office for future distribution. Teaching:  Annually conduct the “Thelma J. Dudley” Missionary Education month as well as ongoing study for all age groups throughout the year.
 

Deliver cards and care packages to our Sick & Shut-in and nursing home members.  Offer support to family members as needed.Begin weekly receipt of donations for our prison ministry outreach scheduled for December. Assist with “Quilts for Newborns” ministry coordinated by Sis. Ruby Pickett.  Adopt-a-family Christmas outreach to some families of those incarcerated who are currently in our prayer chain.Coordinate student care packages for Lane Tabernacle students away at college.Coordinate service and sharing with Southside Wellness for annual Christmas outreach to the Hall Street Correctional Facility.Support local District Christmas sharing for Myrtle Hillard Davis Comprehensive Health Center Toy Drive & the Warming Tree Hat and Glove drive scheduled for Saturday, December 2 10:00 a.m. at Carter Institutional. 

Ministry for each day… Evangelism!  Share God’s goodness with those who don’t know Him!  The harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few.  Reach out to someone today!