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Greeters

Receive [them] therefore in the Lord with all joy;
Philippians 2:29a


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Coordinated by Deaconess Ann Bryant, the greeters meet worshippers at the entrance doors and welcomes them into God’s house. In addition, they distribute bulletins and other literature as approved by Pastor Henry. If you have a friendly smile, a warm handshake and make good first impressions, please join us.

Men Fellowship

A Band of Brothers

Iron sharpeneth iron;
so a man sharpeneth the countenance of his friend
PROVERBS 27:17

“Pushing, Pulling and Helping My Brother Reach the Top”


Coordinators: Kenneth Weeden & George Syles

Theme: “Service Without Favor”

Men: Join us for our newest men group, “A BAND OF BROTHERS”. We meet every 5th Saturday at 8:30 a.m. for two hours. If you are interested in being a better man of God, a better husband (if applicable) and a better man all around, meet with us! We will be planning fellowships with motivational speakers, health awareness concerns, Spiritual renewal trips, etc.

Links
Men of Integrity

Men’s Health

Christianity Today
2009 Calendar
January 17 8:30am Meeting
March 21 8:30am Meeting
May 16 8:30am Meeting
June 25-28 Men’s Day Fellowships  
July 18 8:30am Meeting
September 19 8:30am Meeting
November 21 8:30am Meeting

Women Fellowship

Coordinators: Jacqueline Henry & Tina West

Theme: “Women That Fear The Lord”

Our Purpose and Mission
To provide a ministry for the women of Macedonia and the community that is focused on spiritual enrichment, growth, prayer and faith without taking participation away from the present Ministries of Macedonia.

Links
SpiritLed Woman

Christianity Today

sther Ladies Fellowship

Smart Ways to Live Well
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The Reverend A. Rich Singles Ministry

Coordinator: Sandra Lewis

Our Mission
To provide single (primarily) members of Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church true Biblical fellowship and opportunities to unite with other believers.

Goals
To create a unique community and network of support for members

To provide two weekend programs a month where members can engage in healthy spiritual, physical and emotional activities as well as biblical workshops

To have members complete one mission or service project per month

Our ministry is named in memory of the late Reverend Angela Rich. Reverend Rich was the catalyst for getting the Singles Ministry started at Macedonia. She passed on April 6, 2008.

Scripture Reference: Acts 2:42 - 47 (NIV)
They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer. Everyone was filled with awe, and many wonders and miraculous signs were done by the apostles. All the believers were together and had everything in common. Selling their possessions and goods, they gave to anyone as he had need. Every day they continued to meet together in the temple courts. They broke bread in their homes and ate together with glad and sincere hearts, praising God and enjoying the favor of all the people. And the Lord added to their number daily those who were being saved.

 Fellowship Activities
Bowling
Roller\Ice Skating
Laser-Tag
Miniature Golf
Africa Drumming & Dance Class
Pottery Class
Murder Mystery Weekend
Carnival Cruise (3-Day)
Shopping Spree
Ballroom Dance Class
Medieval Times
Amusement Parks
Friday Game\Fun Night
Cooking Class
Fitness\Exercise and\or Aerobics
Swimming
Barbecue and\or Fish Fry
Potluck Dinners
Broadway Shows in NYC, ATL and DC
 
Biblical Workshops
Identity
Forgiveness
Self-Esteem
Jealousy
Stress
Dating
Sex
Marriage
Single Parenting
Divorce Recovery


Book Club
We will have a good Biblical-based book for the “Go-Getters” Ministry to study

Serenity

Our Mission
To assist individuals with varying concerns or problems, embracing the whole person - spirit, mind and body (I Thessalonians 5:23)and provide resources to youth, adults, senior citizens and families within the church and community.

Servant’s Statement
“The love of God is my power to win in every situation of life”

Serenity Coordinators
Terry L. Henry - Senior Pastor
David Kelly - Minister
Sadie Winfrey - Coordinator
Barbara Evans - Outreach Coordinator

Lay Counselors/Servants
Kenya Bethea - Youth
Sadie Chapman
Angela Hooper, Minister David Kelly, Teresa Jarrett
Leslie Wilder, Shirley Wilson, Sadie Winfrey,

Our Support Groups
Self-Awareness -Assists the individual to better know, accept, develop and give self to God

Parenting - Designed to give “common sense” tools to equip parents to take a positive approach to family situations, conflicts and communication

Health - Educates and provides support to individuals so they can learn and manage a healthy lifestyle

Overcomers - To learn through a series of teaching and discussion, the diseases of addiction/alcoholism and the effect on one’s self and family

**All sessions are confidential**
Resources & Referrals are available

The Ministry of Music

The most important role of the choir is to provide a spiritual setting for the worshippers. The opening song should set in motion transference of the mind-set of those in the sanctuary. It should lift our hearts and minds out of self and point the way to God the Father. So many worshippers come to service heavy laden with numerous problems and concerns. They need a sanctuary to let go of these internal thoughts and prepare their hearts to accept the word of God. Worship service music should always lift hearts and minds toward God in a closer relationship with Him.

Remember that worship is the celebration of the mighty acts of God. Therefore, the music should point to and bring into remembrance what God has done through His Son, Jesus the Christ, and His continuing presence through the work and power of the Holy Spirit.

Choirs that make-up our ministry of music are:

First Sunday - Senior Choi
Second Sunday - Reverend A.A. McCrae Gospel Choir
Third Sunday - Mass Choir
Fourth Sunday - Youth Choir
Fifth Sunday - Reverend T.L. Henry Male Chorus
Concert Choir - Serves as requested by the Pastor



Rejoice in the LORD, O ye righteous: for praise is comely for the upright. Praise the LORD with harp: sing unto him with the psaltery and an instrument of ten strings.Sing unto him a new song; play skilfully with a loud noise. For the word of the LORD is right; and all his works are done in truth.
PSALM 33: 1-4 (KJV)
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Our Music Ministry is coordinated by Pastor Henry and our Minister of Music, Brother Jerry Oates.

Brother Oates is a native of Faison, North Carolina and has been involved in the ministry of music from a very young age. He has worked with various choirs and churches in Wayne, Duplin, and New Hanover Counties since the age of twelve. His love of music began at his family’s church, Holy Temple United Holy Church in Calypso, North Carolina. From there, he served with churches in Faison, Goldsboro and Mount Olive, North Carolina.

Brother Oates moved to Wilmington in 1991 to attend the University of North Carolina at Wilmington under a full academic scholarship. While there, he served as a musician for the UNC-W Gospel Choir and as a member of the UNC-W Concert choir. In addition, he served as Minister of Music for Warner Temple AME Zion church from 1992 until 2004 under the pastorate of Reverend Terry L. Jones, Sr.

Currently, Brother Oates is principal of the Mary Mosley Learning Center in Wilmington, North Carolina and is pursuing a Doctorate degree from Fayetteville State University. He has two sons, Miles and Jared.


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Von Faison
Bass Guitar
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Cornelius Hampton
Organist,
Praise Team Coordinator
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Johnny Maultsby
Saxophone
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Nicholas Oates
Drums & Keyboard
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Rolmand Wilson
8am Worship Service

Health and Wellness


ssvitzer Coordinated by Sister Sherma Svitzer

Our mission and goals for this ministry are being redefined.

Watch this web page for more information.

Praise Dancers

Let them praise his name in the dance:
let them sing praises unto him with the timbrel and harp.
For the LORD taketh pleasure in his people:
he will beautify the meek with salvation.
Psalm 149: 3, 4

Coordinated by Erika McCullough Simpson

The Praise Dancers serve to praise and worship our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ through different forms of dance. The dancers consist of an adult and youth group. The youth also serve as a step team. Both groups perform at Macedonia and often participate in activities at various locations throughout the City and County

Prior dance experience is not necessary. Participants should be at least school age. We welcome anyone with the desire to learn and the desire to please God with their praise. Click here to view our 2008 Rehearsal schedule.

Mailing Address:
P. O. Box 12126 - Wilmington, NC 28405-0107
3701 Princess Place Drive - Wilmington, North Carolina
Church (910) 251-8772 Fax (910) 251-3916