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Dear Shiloh Family,

Its Fall, and in the South, fall means football, and football is in the air. Im not talking about Saturday TV football; I mean real football. Im referring to the games that are played on recreational fields in small cities, towns, and communities.

Recently, I observed a typical contest in which the players performed in predictable, almost scripted form. The two midget-league teams spent most of the game in a cloud of dust between the 45-yard-lines, and resembled a wad of automated piglets randomly scurrying around bumping into each other until they eventually found the actual pigskin. It was their first experience of tackle football, and for some, it was their first game ever.

This scene played out eternally until one little guy found freedom. The 7-yr-old running back broke through the left side of the line, cut to the outside and streaked for the goal line. There was nothing between him and his first score but fresh air. The sidelines erupted in a cacophony of cheers and instruction. Mom and Dad were ecstatic, Grandma and Grandpa became young again, and the coaches, hands in the air, were already celebrating touchdown.

Then the unthinkable happened. The soon-to-be superstar slowed down and looked back as if to say, Hey, isnt someone supposed to tackle me? Little dude was virtually running backwards. He wasnt showing off, he wasnt taunting, he just didnt know what to do. He had never been there before. He was so accustomed to being knocked around, he just expected to be brought to the ground. He was tackled on the 2-yard-line.

Dont be too quick to judge the young athlete. We often do the same thing as followers of Jesus. The apostle Paul spoke of it in his letter to the Philippian believers.

Philippians 3:13-14: 13 Brethren, I do not count myself to have apprehended; but one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind and reaching forward to those things which are ahead, 14 I press toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus. NKJV

He encouraged them to avoid getting caught up in the here and now, and dwelling in the past. The goal was to know the calling of God and appreciate how a relationship with Jesus would continually move us closer to that divine calling and purpose.

Shiloh, I know many of you are bruised and battered from the daily grind. It seems that progress is difficult to identify and the goal-line is a distant dream. However, the Lord is giving us signs of breakaway freedom in Jesus. Souls are being birthed into the kingdom. Ministries are springing up from the barren soil of despair. God is sending showers of blessings that water the seeds that you, my brothers and sisters are planting. Dont give up, dont give in, and dont quit. Your success is not based on the worlds standards. Your calling is a high calling, and your prize is not of this world. More importantly, you are not striving in your own efforts. The creator of all things lives in you and empowers you to complete what He has begun in you. 

1 John 4:4: You are of God, little children, and have overcome them, because He who is in you is greater than he who is in the world. NKJV
 
The ability to accomplish a task depends on the driving force. 

God bless you all, 
Pastor Derrell
 
 

We have so much happening on and off campus! Check out our events page on our webpage or our Facebook page, and get involved!

  • Baptizing: If you would like to meet with one of the pastors, please contact Melissa in the church office to schedule an appointment. 
  • 5th Quarter Community Party: Join us again this year after every Ridgeland home game for our 5th quarter party! This is a COMMUNITY EVENT; everyone is welcome. Spread the word! October 4th is the next event.
  • Pastor Appreciation Month: October is Pastor Appreciation month. Please show our pastors throughout the month how much we love and appreciate all they do.
  • Wedding: Please join us for the wedding of Sophia McDonald & Gavin Johnson on October 5th, 2:00pm at Shiloh Baptist Church. 

  • Baby Shower: Please join us Sunday, October 6th at 4:00 pm in the FLC for a baby shower for Mrs. Hannahbelle Morehead (its a BOY!)

  • Wedding Shower: Kynnley Bowman (Austin Starr) Sunday, October 20th 4:00 PM in the FLC.
  • Ladies' Bible Study: "Starved" by Amy Seiffert. This is a 7-week Bible study held each Tuesday @ 6:30 pm in the FLC. Please see Angela Brown or Julie Carson for more details.

  • Marriage Enrichment Study: Pastor Derrell and Mrs. Anita are leading a Marriage Enrichment class in the FLC. The next session will be November 10th at 4pm.

  • The Red Letters Study: Brother David Jones will be teaching "The Red Letters" study each Wednesday, at 7:00 in the Main Auditorium.

  • Men's Ministry: Men's Bible study every Monday @ 6:30 PM. Come enjoy Physical and Spiritual food and fellowship in the FLC. Men's breakfast will be every third Saturday in the FLC.

  • Jaywalkers Class: The Jaywalkers small group will meet each Wednesday at 7:00 PM, downstairs in the Main Building. 
  • Choir Practice: Every other Thursday night at 7:00 PM.

  • General Announcements: If you have announcements for the newsletter or Sunday morning service, please get them to Melissa by 12:00 PM on Wednesday. This will allow the AV team time to process relative schedules, letters, videos, etc
 
 

There are several ministries needing help. Below is a list, and who to contact to get started serving.

  • Awana: Our AWANA team needs men and women to serve in the children's ministry on Wednesday nights. If you are willing to teach or simply listen to Bible verses, please, contact Melissa in the office.
  • Women's Ministry: Cooking to Serve - Are you passionate about cooking and spreading kindness to those in need? Join us in our mission to bring comfort and encouragement through homemade meals! For more information please see Lisa Crowley, Rhonda Jones, or Shelby Wilson.
  • Audio/Visual Team: Anyone interested in working with the A/V team contact David Jones or Ricky Trew.
  • Kitchen ministry:  Anyone interested in working with the kitchen ministry contact Kami Gentry or call Melissa in the main office.
  • Ushers Ministry: We would love for all men, ages 16 and up to sign up for our usher ministry. There are signup sheets in the vestibule and on the church website. If you have questions, contact Baylee Brown, Bill Newbille, or you can call Melissa in the church office.
  • Shiloh Helping Hands: They are coordinating with church members to care for the needs of widows, shut-ins, elderly, etc.  If you have a skill (carpentry, lawn care, auto mechanic, painting, manual labor, etc.) and would be willing to volunteer to help those in need, please contact the office or Eddie and Polly.
  • Nursery: We are still in need of adult workers in both morning services. If you would like to volunteer to work in either service, please contact Lea or call Melissa at the church office.

Service Times and Locations can be found here.

Online Giving: You can use our online giving app for Benevolent Fund, Building Fund, or any other ministry. Please use our Tith.ly app and designate the intended recipient. If you havent already done so, you can download the app here for Apple or here for Android. You can also use our secure form or text the word "Give" to (844) 949-4039.

If you choose to meet at the church during the week, PLEASE! Let Melissa know the time and location (room) for your ministries. It is imperative that we coordinate all gatherings at the church. If you have questions about Shiloh ministries, contact us at secretary@shilohbaptistministry.com.