Homeland Park Baptist Church

(Psalm 100:4) Enter His gates with thanksgiving; go into His courts with praise. Give thanks to Him and praise His name.   Worship begins with attitude. The psalmist is writing a charge to all who worship God to approach Him as someone who is thankful for all He has done and is doing in their lives. The truth is, our entire outlook depends on the attitude that we project. Many years ago I remember “Amber” sunglasses came out. I bought a pair and I could not believe how bright everything looked because I was so used to “dark” sunglasses. Although I do not remember what I did with those sunglasses, I do remember the view.   As you approach God in your devotions, Bible studies, worship services, prayer and service, do so with thankfulness. Like this verse says, “Enter His Gates” (You have make the choice to approach Him), “go into His courts with praise” (Be thankful for what He has done before you ask Him to do what you want Him to do). Praise His name!...

Yesterday marked a milestone in our church.   A few of our Senior Adults ventured out to go to see Dennis Swanberg at Seneca Baptist Church and have lunch afterward.  It was a great ministry event!  These ladies are some of the most bravest and courageous women I know because all but two and myself were involved in that horrible accident over a year ago.  We all agreed that we had to get back on the bus to not give the devil or fear victory.  God is greater and I am so proud of these women! - Pastor James

Pastor James Strickland Pastor Appreciation Dinner Sunday, October 22nd Following the Morning Worship Service There will be a pastor appreciation dinner to honor our Pastor, Rev. James Strickland, immediately following the morning worship service on Sunday, October 22nd in the FLC. Please bring covered dishes, drinks, and desserts.       

Trunk or Treat Tuesday, October 31st   6:00 PM Each year more and more children and their families from our community stop by for this outreach event. Please bring your vehicle with candy to give out to the children in our community who come through our parking lot, as we reach out to their families. Dressing up and decorating your trunk is not a requirement to participate but is always appreciated. As you can imagine there is a large demand for candy as well. If you would like to donate candy please bring it to the HPBC Bible Study Office when you come to church.

Mission Action Our Mission Action for the month of October is our Christmas boxes for Operation Christmas Child. There are boxes in the HPBC Bible Study Office to be picked up. Please plan to fill these and turn them in by Sunday, October, 29th. Thanks for your willingness to take on this project.    

Birthdays Deborah James               10/3 Pauline Tate                   10/4 Molly Black                     10/10 Ross Christensen             10/10 Lonnie Vickery                10/11 Delores Collier                10/15 Reba Geddings                10/17 Anniversaries Terry & Mary Lou Finley 10/11 Rick & Shirley Eubanks    10/15

Dennis Swanberg “America’s Minister of Encouragement” Dr. Dennis Swanberg, affectionately known to as “America’s Minister of Encouragement”, He is a seasoned and solid communicator whose sly wit delivers life enriching truths to the heart on wings of laughter. He will be at the The Beaverdam Baptist Association’s 2017 Annual Fall Senior Adult Celebration at Thursday, October 19th at 10:30 AM at Seneca Baptist. There is no cost for the event however you may want to bring money for lunch on the way home. All senior adults are invited to attend.