“Let the word of God dwell in you richly in all wisdom:” Col 3:16 KJV January 20, 2013
THE PRESIDENTS PEN
My dear friends in Christ Jesus,
As we celebrate the birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King; let us not get caught up in the parades and many other events that are happening that we forget to celebrate the legacy, character and life style of the man himself. Who once said, “Integrity is what you have when no one is looking.”
Which is exactly what we must have as Christians, we must let our light shine always no matter what, where or whom; because God is always looking.
Let us enter theyear 2013 being faithful followers of Him and His Son Jesus Christ.For when we are filled with and led by the Holy Spirit we will follow the instructions of God and reap success. God Bless all of YOU!
Your servant President
Dr. Leonard O. Holt
St. Luke Missionary Baptist Church
Rev. Curtis Wilson, Sr., Pastor
1404 Bruton Blvd., Orlando, Fl 32805
(407)422-3372
The St. Luke Baptist Church Family will be sponsoring a Benefit Program forDeaconess Ernestine Swain. Deaconess Swain has been battling cancer for several years. Recent doctor visits revealed that her cancer is no longer in remission and she is enduring unbelievable medical hardship; while still exhibiting the epitome of faith.The program will be heldon Sunday, January 27, 2013 at 6:30 p.m., at (Pastor Jacob) TrueDeliveranceChurch, 29 South Ivey Lane,Orlando, FL
They’re asking all their community & Christian friends to join them for this worthy cause, featuring: The All-Star Singers, Faithful Few, Spiritual Wonders, Modern Gospel Aires, Gi-Gi Clark, Gloria Cooper, Metro-Federation Mass Choir, St. Luke Gospel Choir, TheMt. Herman Male Chorus, Praise Dancers, Soloists and many more. We look forward to seeing you there.
The Hope Church, at 3032 Monte Carlo Tr., Orlando, FL32805 will celebrate the church’s 30th year anniversary with a revival. The Fresh start Revival will be held January 20-25. The Revival futures such guest speakers as Pastor AlexisStephens, Pastor Jonathan McKnight, Bishop Paul Morton, Bishop Mark Chironna and Pastor Arthurs Jackson III. Everyone is invited to attend.
President Obama 2nd Inauguration
The Presidential Inauguration will be held in Washington DC on Monday, January21, 2013. A week of festivities will include the Presidential Swearing-in Ceremony, Inaugural Address, Inaugural Parade and numerous inaugural balls and galas honoring the elected President of the United States. The official theme for the 2013 inauguration is “Faith in America’s Future,” commemorating the United States’ perseverance and unity, marking the 150th anniversary of the Emancipation Proclamation and the placement of the Statue of Freedom atop the Capitol Dome in 1863. An estimated 1.8 million people attended the 2009 Presidential Inauguration of Barack Obama, a record breaking number for any event in the nation’s capital. LET US WITNESS HISTORY MAKING AGAIN, BY TUNING IN!
And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up. Galatians 6:9
Prayer weekend to End Slavery & Trafficking On January 11, modern-day coalition of abolitionists and faith leadershosted a weekend of prayer for the victims and survivors of human trafficking. Slavery, in for form of labor and sex trafficking, is thethird largest crime in the world, according to the coalition of 41 organizations nationwide.In 2007, the U.S. Senate passed a resolution making Jan. 11 Human Trafficking Awareness Day. President Barack Obama designated January National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month.Friday’s Weekend of Prayer begin with a call for prayer meetings throughout the nation and individuals were encouraged to pray at home and work for the victimsof trafficking and the “johns” that create demand for the trade. The evening’s events included webcasts of prayer gatherings from major cities.
On Sunday, Jan. 13, churches and congregations are encouraged to say a prayer for the end of slavery. Among the members of the coalition are the Florida Coalition against Human Trafficking and the Florida Abolitionist. Florida Abolitionist founder Tomas J. Lares, who also cofounded the Orlando Rescue and Restore Coalition, is the national chair of the Weekend of Prayer coalition.
2013 Metro Federation Calendar
The Theme is Youth Excelling Above and Beyond
Please: email picturesof youth and paragraph of achievements and future goals. Submittinghas been extended to: February 1
Email:
Phone: 407-878-5120
THE MCKINNON FUND
Please make a donation today. If you don’t donate we won’t have much to give out, so donate, tell a friend to donate, they don’t have to be a member of Metro Federation to give.
The more we have, the more we’ll be able to give and do for our future generation.If you would like to make a donation to the McKinnon fund, make checks payable to:
The Metro Federation of Churches (in care of The Henry McKinnon fund)651 Campanella Ave.Orlando, FL32808
OUTREACH
Yeanue Outreach
We want to help Children in school in West Liberia. Please Give a cash donation today or Make checks payable to:Yeanue Outreachthanks so much. Contact us:
Phone: (321) 945-3599
Fax: (407) 522-4338
Yeanueoutreach.org
We are a 501C3 your gifts are tax deductible.
Please make donations payable to:
Yeanue Outreach
P.O.Box 585823Orlando, Fl 32858
The Metro Federation Visiting
Committee Contact Persons
Rev. Bennie Bradford,
Home Ph. 407-299-5547
Work Ph 407-298-8121
Cell 321-945-7582
Sis. Jackie Lewis, Johnson
Cell 407-810-7102
Meeting place: St. Luke MBC
Date: Wednesday before
the 3rd Sunday at 6:00pm
“Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good work and glorify your Father which is in heaven” Matt. 5:16
Kairos Outside
Kairos Outside is an amazing ministry that provides hope and support to families of the incarcerated through prayers & counseling, weekend retreat and more. For more information
Please contact:
Bonnie Zicheck at 352-341-2091
Kairos Outside of Central Fl
P.O. Box 940784
Maitland, Fl 32794-0784
e-mail:
HIGHLIGHTS & COMING EVENTS
Got an item you don’t want or no longer use? Do you want to get rid of it or perhaps there’s an item you want or need that’s just sitting around in someone else’s garage or yard.
Then trade / barter for it at the Federation’s new Angel Swap Shop! More details coming soon.
No Church Home – Please visit one of the Federation Associated Churches below:
ORLANDOCOMMUNITY MBC
651 Campanella Ave., Orlando, Fl 32811
407-293-3100
Rev. Alfred Moore, Pastor
Schedule of Services
Sunday School 9:30am
Morning Worship 11:00am
1st Tues.-Worship Service 7:00pm
Tue & Thurs Bible Study 7:30pm
Sat Prayer 7:00am / Tues Prayer 12:00 pm
GREATER NEW LIGHT MBC
4501 Conley St., Orlando, FL32811
407-532-0044
Rev. Shelman
Schedule of Services:
Sunday School 9:30am
Morning Worship 11:00am
Prayer Meeting/Bible Study-Thurs. 7:00pm
ST LUKE MBC
1404 Bruton Blvd., Orlando, FL32805
407-422-3372
Rev. Curtis Wilson, Pastor
Schedule of Services:
Sunday School 9:30am
Worship Service 11:00am
Praise Dance - Wed.6:00pm
Choir rehearsal - Wed.7:30pm
VICTORY IN SPIRIT OF LIFE MINISTRIES
630 Emeralda St, Suite 105
Orlando, Fl 32808
407-914-6981
Co-Pastors
Rev. Leonard O. Holt,
Rev. Charles E. Graham
Schedule of Services
Sunday:Early morning service 7:45am
Church School 9:00am
Morning worship 10:15am
Monday: Wholeness Ministry 7:30pm
Tuesday:Bible Study 7:30pm
Wednesday: Children and Youth - 6:00pm
Thursday: Choir Rehearsal - 7:30pm
Saturday:Praise Team Rehearsal 10:00am
EXODUSCHURCH OF REDEMPTION INC,
P.O. Box 683616, Orlando, FL. 32868
Pastor Rose J. Bodiford
Service Time
Sunday School 9:45am-10:45am
Sunday Service 11am
Wed Night 6:30pm Prayer
Every Wed. 7:30pm Bible Study
Every Wed 8pm-9pm Choir Practice
Every 2nd4th Fri. 7:30pm The Other side of Jordan / Praise Service
Every 3rd Sat. 10am outreach in Apopka
UNITED DELIVERANCECHRISTIANCENTER
428 Jernigan Ave., Orlando, FL32805
Pastor Dr. E.A Lowery
Bishop Dr. J.W Lowery Founder-Overseer
407-295-7294
Sunday School: 10am
Morning Worship: 11am
Noon day Prayer: Wed
Wed Bible study: 7:30pm
Choir Rehearsal: Sat 11am
MISSION STATEMENT
The Metro Federation of Churches is a group of ChristianChurches organized for the mission of bringing people to salvation, in Jesus Christ and enhancing opportunity for viable, effective and dynamic relationship as a disciple of Jesus Christ. This is accomplished through regularity of warm fellowship, jubilant praise, biblical teaching, inspirational preaching, and sincere worship and community outreach opportunities.
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Menu: Barbeque Chicken, Barbeque Ribs, Collard Greens, Baked Beans, Potato Salad & Mac Cheese. Mrs. Patricia Graham, Sis. Keke Graham
Location: Fri @ The Corner of mercy & Elrey Rd in front of Star Meats.
Looking for a place to host your next Banquet, Conference, Birthday or Anniversary Party?
Please consider:
The Royal Santa Fe
Banquet& Conference Center
630 EmeraldaRoad, Suite 105
Orlando, Fl 32808
(407) 271 -4010
Dr. Leonard O. Holt
Chief Executive Officer
NEED A PLACE TO STAY?
Riviera Villas Apts
1625 Mercy DriveOrl Fl 32808
1 & 2 Bedroom Available
(407) 298-4608
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