Easter Sunday is the last day we are collecting the Annie Armstrong Easter Offering for North American Missions. The money raised through this offering supplies 50% of the annual budget for the North American Mission Board and every penny goes directly to the over 2,900 missionaries serving on the field. Our church goal for this year is $9,000. So far we have collected $7,670.74. There are envelopes for donating located in the pews.
Attn: Men
We’re doing another men’s shotgun shoot like last year on Sat., April 6th at 1pm followed by a bonfire & dinner. Proceeds go to Alaska missions. Register online below or on the clipboard at the Visitor Desk. Remember to bring your own shells.
There will be an opportunity to have a background check done on April 7th. This will be the final date to get a background check completed before Vacation Bible School if you are planning to volunteer and have not had a background check. We are limited to 15 people so please contact Sarah Beazley at rvrpaddler@gmail.com to let her know you are coming. Forms can be found at https://cliffordbaptist.org/guidelines-and-forms/ or you can pick up a paper copy in the airlock from the wall pockets.
Our Quarterly Business Meeting will be held after worship on Sunday, April 14th. Items on the agenda are as follows:
*Approval of Egypt and Alaska Mission Trips
*SBC Convention messenger Derek Keiser approval
*Change of designated fund
*Approval of WMU Director for the 2024-25 church year
*Exception for voting on Pastors
Any other item for the agenda needs to be submitted to the church office by April 11th.
LADIES BRUNCH
Ladies, you are invited to join the Women on Mission for our Annual Ladies Brunch! Lynn Sawyer will be our guest speaker and there will be plenty of good food and fellowship. Please sign up to attend by Wednesday, April 10. Hope to see you there!
Parents of youth (grades 7-12) are invited to an informational meeting about the Ark/Creation Museum trip happening this summer. If your youth is interested in going, please join us for dinner and a meeting on Wed. April 10th at 6pm in the Social Hall.
VBS 2024 Volunteer Sign Up
It’s hard to believe, but the time is here- we are starting to prepare for VBS! This year for VBS we are going on an underwater adventure and diving into friendship with God, with “Scuba.” But for it to be a success we need your help! We must have a large number of volunteers to make it all happen. If you are interested in volunteering in any way, please click below. If you have any questions or concerns, please email vbs@cliffordbaptist.org or see Rachel McCormick or Courtney Turner
Come enjoy a time of fellowship with Men in our community! You will be able to hear from Rev. Kelvin Brown & Dr. Powell Massie. You will get to enjoy wonderful music. Eat spectacular food. And you may even be able to win some awesome prizes!
All proceeds will be going to the Blue Ridge Pregnancy Center!
RSVP by April 14
Our next Young at Heart get together is Thursday April 18. We will be having game day …so brush up on your Yahtzee and LCR dice games. The Church will provide the chicken. Please bring a side dish or a dessert. Sign up will end on Sunday, April 14. There will be a sign-up book on at the Visitor Desk or you can sign up online with the below link. Come join in the fellowship and fun! Looking forward to seeing everyone.
For questions, contact Susan Hartless Home (434-277-8570) Mobile (434-661-7676) or email susanrhartless@gmail.com
servant spotlights
Over the coming weeks, we will spotlight members of our church who have been nominated by committee chairmen and leadership of the church. We asked for nomination for those who stand out in the way they serve – going above and beyond, making a significant impact on our church community. We hope you get to enjoy getting to know these folks a little better and thank them for the way they serve. Remember, there is a spot for everyone to serve!
Meet Rose Mabrey!
Betty’s been a cherished part of Clifford Baptist Church for 17 years. She teaches Sunday school with love, sends cards, cooks, and helps in any way she can. Betty is married to Butch and they have 3 children and 4 wonderful grandchildren. She has helped coordinate the Bereavement Committee by providing a meal to grieving families or reaching out with a visit, enjoys keeping the kitchen orderly (Kitchen Committee), and brightens days on the Welcome Home committee. She’s a true prayer warrior (Prayer Warriors Team), offering strength and support to our pastors and leaders. She has served on those committees between 6-10 years! Betty’s humility and dedication remind us of the power of kindness. Let’s honor her for the joy she brings to our church family.
Fun Facts:
Favorite Food: Steak & baked potato
Hobby: Reading & sewing
Favorite Bible Verse: Matthew 25:40