The GOOD NEWS Of Canaan

Inside this issue:

Our History -Our Legacy

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Ministry Opportunities

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Monthly Spotlight

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Know the Bible 4

Deacons Corner

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Get Connected 6

FEBRUARY

2014

Keeping The Faith - The Next Level Proverbs 11:30 - II Corinthians 9:6-15 - I Corinthians 15:58

A Monthly Publication of the Canaan Baptist Church

We must know our history or the lack thereof will surely destroy us.

G race and peace unto you.

We celebrate this month by acknowledging the great achievements of black men and women throughout American history. These achievements, largely left out of American history books, became major contributions to society, the church, and our culture.

Beloved, it was not so long ago when there were countless obstructions in the pathway of success in the lives of black men and women. Now with the passage of time, blacks continue to make history with the constant recognition of their contributions to society, and the strides in every field of work and education.

With early beginnings in 1926, black historian Carter G. Woodson initiated the "Negro History Week" as a way to spread the news of the many accomplishments by black Americans. The week, held in February in reference to Frederick Douglass and Abraham Lincoln's birthdays, brought forth the importance of unity, inspiration, and awareness within black communities. As the celebrated week continued to blossom, it was changed to a month-long national observance in 1976.

Additionally, as significant accomplishments of Black History icons such as Marcus Garvey, Booker T. Washington, George Washington Carver, W.E.B. DuBois, Charles Drew, Benjamin Banneker, Harriet Tubman, Sojourner Truth, Ida B. Wells, and Mary McLeod Bethune were noted, their overall contributions continue to impact and shape the path of history's timeline.

Our History - Our Legacy

- continued on page 3

Welcome and Greetings

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Publisher Canaan Baptist Church

Editor-in-Chief Dr. Christopher Alan Bullock

Editor Michelle White

Staff

Deirdre Crew Alan Hicks

Alveretta Mobley Pat Risher

Rutha Williams

Canaans Mission Statement

An urban Baptist Church which

serves as a vanguard of liberation,

faith and empowerment through our

Christian witness. Canaans

mission is to do ministry for the

Master through the five-fold

ministries of Discipleship,

Fellowship, Service, Worship and

Evangelism.

Acts 2:42-47

Canaans Core Values

Congregational Intimacy

(1 Corinthians 13:13)

Salvation For The Lost

(St. John 3:16)

Applied Christianity

(James 2:14-20)

Impact the Human Condition

(St. Luke 4:18-19)

Thank you for worshipping with us at Canaan Baptist Church. The corporate life of this congregation is the true witness of the vitality of our faith. While the high point of our Christian service is to be found in the experience of Sunday worship, what we do from Monday to Saturday, speaks volumes about Canaans commitment and dedication to Christ and our community.

Canaan is a family where all of us are saved sinners hammering out our salvation under the auspices of Gods amazing grace. We are structured, but not so structured as to prevent the powerful work of the Holy Spirit to impact the life of our in-reach and outreach ministries. We are organized, but not so organized to prevent the organism, which is the Church, from bearing full life.

We Welcome You!

Dr. Christopher Alan Bullock and First Lady Dr. Debbie Bullock

and the Canaan Baptist Family

The Good News of Canaan is a monthly publication created to inform and encourage Canaan friends and family. Material must be submitted before the 15th of the month preceding each issue.

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As the first month of the New Year ends and the next begins many of us have been hard at work on our New Years resolutions. While often these resolutions involve

going to church more, losing a few pounds, or even beginning a new lifestyle, often they do not include improving upon the lives of others. However, in its mission to impact the human condition, Canaans Benevolence Ministry has worked endlessly to ensure that the members of Canaan as well as the members of Canaans community are cared for. Led by Deacon Dwight Holden, the Benevolence Ministry embodies the term through its actions both inside and outside of the church. The word says in 2 Corinthians 9: 7-8: So let each one give as he purposes in his heart, not grudgingly or of necessity; for God loves a cheerful giver. And God is able to make all grace abound toward you, that you always having all sufficiency in all things, may have an abundance for every good work. It is with their actions that the Benevolence Ministry shows the love of God and impacts the human condition as they care for people when they find that some material needs are hard to come by. So instead of maintaining a resolution that is focused only on self-improvement, let us as members of Canaan make a joint resolution, a commitment, to continue our mission as a church which is to impact the human condition; and, to do so without regard for ourselves but with the

love of God.

Ministry Spotlight

Our History - Our Legacy - continued from page 1 Saints, our culture has been richly blessed with influential black inventors, scientists, activists, politicians, church leaders, authors, lawyers, artists, athletes, comedians, and entertainers. We have the appointed potential to succeed in every aspect of our God given life and still have a role in history. It's an honor to be benefactors of the many contributions to society by black Americans that have revolutionized the history of the world.

In closing, our presence in history must continue its designated course. With faith, we should utilize every observance of Black History Month to our advantage. We must remember and learn of our past and future endeavors because our history is our legacy. It is through us that our children and our children's children continue the celebratory tradition with utmost importance, pride, and recognition. Do not let February be the only month to remember our history. It should be a part of our every day - all year!

Stay Strong! Dr. Christopher Alan Bullock, Senior Pastor

Benevolence Ministry

SPIRITUAL ENRICHMENT SCHEDULE

Worship Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 a.m. & 11 a.m.

Sunday Church School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9:30 a.m.

Wednesdays - (WOW) Worship On Wednesdays Noon Prayer Fellowship Hour Meal 5-6 p.m. Bible Study - 6 p.m.

*Celebration of Holy Communion - Every 1st Sunday (Both Services)

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Join us each Sunday at 9:30am 10:45am for empowering Sunday school lessons

" As I walked out the door toward the gate that would lead to my freedom, I knew if I didn't leave my bitterness and hatred behind, I'd still be in prison." - Nelson Mandela Father of South Africa's democracy, Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on December 5, 2013 in Johannesburg, South Africa. As the country mourned for 10 days, Mandela was finally laid to rest in his home village of Qunu, South Africa. He was 95 years old. It was through Mandela that the world cast its eyes on South Africa and took notice of the severe and organized repression of black South Africans. Yet, it was also through Mandela that the world would learn the spirit of endurance, the triumph of forgiveness and the beauty of reconciliation. In his early years, Mandela joined the African National Congress (ANC). Much of the years that followed saw Mandela deeply involved in activism to free his country from racial division. Even though, he served a total of 27 years in prison for his conviction to fight apartheid and its injustices, Mandela never wavered in his devotion to democracy. After his release in 1990, Mandela was elected President of the ANC. Later, he accepted the Nobel Peace Prize in 1993, along with FW de Klerk, on behalf of all South Africans. As the end of apartheid formally came to an end in April,1994, Mandela voted for the first time in his life along with his people. On May 10, 1994, Mandela was inaugurated as President of a democratic South Africa. Mandela worked tirelessly in his journey to continue improving lives in his country. His life story has been an "inspiration to the oppressed and those who were opposed to oppression." Mandela is survived by his wife, Graca, three daughters, 18 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.

Forgiveness is the key to Freedom

Keep Learning Know The Bible 1. When the spirit of the Lord departed from Saul, what

troubled him? A. A disease B. The Philistines C. Indigestion D. An evil spirit 2. In 1 Sam. 28, in which town does Saul find a witch? A. Endor B. Nazareth C. Nob D. Ziklag 3. When Christ returns, those who are saved will meet

him where? A. Mount Zion B. Jerusalem C. Heaven D. Air E. Purgatory 4. How long did Esther have to prepare before she could

go into King Ahasuerus (Xerxes)? A. 6 month B. 24 months C. 18 months D. 12 months

January Know Your Bible Answers

1. 400 shekels of silverGen. 23:16

2. Where are you to AdamGen. 3:8

3. 7 timesRev. 2:7, 2:11, 2:17, 2:29, 3:6, 3:13, 3:22

4. E. Gen. 1:27

Nelson Mandela

Deacons Corner- 2013 Year in Review

Baptized81

Visits423

Home Communions Served101

Church Communion Served8307

Right Hand of fellowship212

Our Deacons are busy as they continue to visit our many members who are sick and shut in either at their homes or facilities where they live, offering prayers, communion, fellowship

and encouragement to lift their spirits.

Thank you Deacons for your continuous important work that impacts the human condition in such a meaningful and positive

way.

Brother Bill Stewart - happy and singing

along while enjoying the Deacons visit.

Psalm 118

~ Psalm 118 is the middle chapter of the entire Bible. ~ Psalm 117, before Psalm 118 is the shortest chapter in the Bible. ~ Psalm 119, after Psalm 118 is the longest chapter in the Bible. ~ The Bible has 594 chapters before Psalm118 and 594 chapters after Psalm 118. ~ If you add up all the chapters except Psalm 118, you get a total of 1188 chapters. ~ 1188 or Psalm 118 verse 8 is the middle verse of the entire Bible. ~ And what is the message found in verse 8? "It is better to take refuge in the Lord than to trust in man." - Psalm 118:8 ESV

Things God won't ask on THAT day........ God wont ask what kid of car you drove. Hell ask how many people you drove who didnt have transportation. God wont ask the square footage of your house. Hell ask how many people you welcomed into your home. God wont ask about the clothes you had in your closet. Hell ask how many you helped to clothe. God wont ask what your highest salary was. Hell ask if you compromised your character to obtain it. God wont ask what your job title was. Hell ask if you performed your job to the best of your ability. God wont ask how many friends you had. Hell ask How many people to whom you were a friend. God wont ask in what neighborhood you lived. Hell ask how you treated your neighbors. God wont ask about the color of your skin. Hell ask about the content of your character.

Be Committed To...

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God, Church, Community

CANAAN BAPTIST CHURCH

3011 New Castle Avenue - New Castle, DE 19720 - 302-654-8818 Office Hours: 9 a.m. 4 p.m.

(Offices Closed on Saturdays, Sundays and Mondays) Fax: 302-654-8819

Get Connected

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

Please note that all requests for announcements to be displayed on the sanctuary screens and outer sanctuary monitors must be submitted using the approved form for approval by the Monday prior. Additionally, all announcements requested to be placed in the monthly newsletter must be submitted for approval by the 15th of the month preceding each issue. Please call the church for further information.

YOUTH MINISTRYSAVE THE DATE

Canaans Youth and College Connections ministry will host their Inaugural Scholarship Ball at the Cavalier Country Club on April 4, 2014. Attire will be semi-formal to formal. Press those suits and party dresses and come dressed to impress! See any member of the Youth and College Connection Ministry for additional details.

CHRISTIAN EDUCATION PERFORMANCE

The Christian Education Ministry will perform a Celebration of Black Activism in Word and Song on Feb. 16, 2014 at 4 pm here at Canaan. Come out and support

our youth, young adults and young-at-heart performers.

LOST AND FOUND

Have you misplaced your bible, gloves, scarf or other miscellaneous articles? If so, check with any usher to see if you left it here at church.

FREE DENTAL CARE

The annual Give Kids A Smile is being offered by the Delaware State Dental Society free to children 2-18 years of age. The date is February 7, 2014 and by appointment only. Call 302-368-7634 to make your appointment today!

Our favorite attitude should be gratitude

WOMENS MINISTRY

There is still time to sign up for the Canaan Baptist Church Womens Ministry Purpose Empowerment Retreat on Feb-ruary 21-23, 2014 at Sandy Cove in North East, Maryland. See ministry leader Rev. Vickie Gaines, or retreat coordina-tors Rev. Beverly Ritvalsky or Sis. Mitzie Hamilton to sign up. Hurry slots are filling up fast! You dont want to miss this great fellowship opportunity!

BROOKLYN ACADEMY OF MUSIC DAY TRIP

Canaan is planning a day trip to the Brooklyn Academy of Music for an African dance performance and shopping at the African Street Fair surrounding the theater in downtown Brooklyn, NYC. If you are interested in this day trip please speak to Sisters Jennifer Grace-Umoete, Mitzie Hamilton, Earlean Oduaran or anyone in the ACLA Ministry. Tickets must be purchased by March 9, 2014; May 24, 2014 Show-time is 2 pm. Departure from Canaan at 8:30 a.m. to Brook-lyn/Departure from Brooklyn, NY at 5:30 p.m.

CANAAN BUSINESS NETWORK FEATURED BUSINESSES

The following businesses are featured for this month. Please support our businesses. For more information, contact Rev. Norman Miller (302)377-7004 or Sis. Nikki Hurd (240)988-1526.