Welcome Beloved to the Gethsemane Baptist Church Website

We are tremendously thankful that you responded to the move and direction of the Holy Spirit as He led you to our web page. I firmly believe that it was no accident that God led you here, and I am sure that you will receive a greater blessing by visiting us at Gethsemane.

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Reverend Khalfani Drummer, J.D., M. Div.

“A New Thing”

For those who have not read my 2009 Stewardship report, our theme for 2010 is Experiencing the Power of Spiritual Renaissance. A renaissance represents a “new birth” a “renewal” or a “new beginning”. It can be a new perspective on an old concept. Spiritual renaissance begins when God reveals to people that He is unveiling hidden mysteries of the kingdom to His people.

In Isaiah 43, the Lord says to Israel: “forget about the former things” because He was about to unleash a “new thing” for them to behold. It wasn’t that the former things of old weren’t significant in the history of the nation; for quite the contrary was true. But instead of dwelling to their detriment on the manifestations of God’s provisions and powers demonstrated in the past, the people needed to realize that God is the One who renews and gives birth to a fresh anointing.

Pastor Khalfani Drummer

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The Book of Matthew

The Book of Matthew is the first (in canonical order) book of the New Testament and was written by one of Jesus’ disciples, Matthew who is also known as Levi (tax collector).  The gospel of Mark which was written earlier did not include any of the teachings of Jesus, so Matthew (written around 80 AD) attempted to remedy that challenge. Moreover, Matthew’s gospel account was written to Jewish Christians with the purpose of convincing this audience that Jesus was the Messiah whom the Old Testament prophets had written and spoken about.

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Coming Up...

June 2010

JAMES AND ELLEN HAILES SCHOLARSHIPYOUTH DAY

Applications for the James and Ellen Hailes Scholarship are available in the Foyer.  High School Seniors, please complete and submit to the Church Office or Mrs. Mildred Lacy by June 20, 2010.14, 2010

VBS TRAINING FOR TEACHERS AND STAFF

Tuesday, June 8, 2010, 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM VBS Training will be held in the Fellowship Hall.  All interested volunteers should contact Deaconess Shirley McCall or First Lady Drummer.

YOUTH DAY

June 14, 2010. Min. Joshua Mitchell, Youth Minister, Rising Sun Baptist Church, will be the guest preacher for the 8 :00 AM service and Minister William Ward of Birmingham, Alabama will be the guest preacher for the 11:00 Service.

WOMEN'S MINISTRY

The Women’s Ministry is hosting a Gospel Luncheon Cruise aboard the Spirit of Washington on June 12th at 11am, Boarding time is 10:30 am.

PARENTS IN PARTNERSHIP

Parents In Partnership invites all Parents, Grandparents and Guardians to a Special Session on “Texting, Tweeting, Twittering on Saturday, June 19th at 9:00 AM

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL

June 23 – July 1, 2010. Theme: “Go Green for Jesus”, Scripture:  “The earth is the Lord’s and the fullness thereof; the world and they that dwell therein.” (Psalm 24:1 KJV) Join us from 9:00 AM to Noon, as we explore the Ministry and Miracles of Jesus. For more info see Deaconess Shirley McCall or First Lady Deborah Drummer.  Registration is June 23.

MEN'S DAY

June 27, 2010. Rev. Alonzo Hart, Senior Pastor of Salem Baptist Church will be the Guest Preacher for the 7:45 AM Service, and Rev. Alexander Williams, Jr., Associate Pastor of Walker Memorial Baptist Church will be the Guest Preacher for the 11:00 AM Service.

July 2010

ANNUAL CHURCH PICNIC

The church picnic will be held Saturday, July 10th, noon to 5:00 PM at the church.  The Picnic committee asks that all tribes donate water and soda.  (Chair, Deacon Jerry Tolliver and Co-Chair, Deacon Leonard Sanders)

OFFICIAL BOARD MEETING

The Official Board Meeting is Thursday, July 22nd @ 7:00 PM.

OFFICIAL BUSINESS MEETING

The Church Business Meeting will be on Saturday, July 31st @ 10:00 AM.

THE ETHEL B. YANCEY INFANT/ CHI,D CARE CENTER

We are now accepting applications for Teachers and para-educators (aides).  If you are interested or know someone who is interested, contact Deacon Leonard Sanders at leonardlrs@aol.com.

Until Further Notice...

COLLEGE EDUCATION

The James & Ellen Hailes Scholarship applications for Gethsemane Baptist Church high school graduates are in the vestibule.

NURSERY MINISTRY

Parents may now bring children (infants-6 years old) to Room 209.  Volunteers ARE needed; please contact Sister Rana Johnson or First Lady Deborah Drummer.

GBCFCU

The Credit Union office is now located at 5117 4th Street, NW, 2nd Floor.  The hours of operation remain the same.

SCREENING

Monthly blood pressure screenings are now available “free of cost” on the 2nd and 4th Sunday following the 11:00 am service. High blood pressure continues to be a “Silent Killer” that can be prevented if managed properly. For more information, contact Sister Madeline Shelton.

SECURITY

The Security Ministry is looking for a “Few Good Men and Women”.  The Security Ministry meets on the fourth Monday of every Month at 6:30 PM.in Room 108.  If you want to be a part of this important ministry, please contact Deacon Fred Bowen.

TRIBAL SECRETARIES

Please submit names & birthdates to the office for inclusion on church calendar.

S.H.A.R.E. PROGRAM

Monday, May 4th is the deadline for orders and the distribution will be Saturday, May 16th @ noon.

Who We Are

Gethsemane is a family of  believers who trust in God for His Power and Deliverance, and is forever graceful as a loving body, caring family and warm home.

We Are...

Uniting citizens of the community and afar back to church.

Bridging the gap between those members of the community who are not often reached by the traditional activities of the church.

Hoping to enrich your life through spiritual and personal development by providing a variety of services and resources to address the quality of life issues.

So if you are a native Washingtonian, visiting or moving to the Washington, DC area and looking for a church home.  We invite you to attend one of our Sunday Worship Services or attend one of our activities throughout the week.  We hope that you find your visit to this site both spiritual and enjoyable.

 Please Come And Worship With Us!

Our Motto and Scripture for Growth

Motto
Love one another as I love you by this shall all people
know that you are my disciples John 13:34-35 (NIV)

Scripture for Growth
Study to show thyself approved unto God, a workman who needeth not to be ashamed rightly dividing the word of truth 2 Timothy 2:15 (NIV)

Links and Resources

Gethsemane Baptist Church Young Adult Ministry (gbcyam.org)

Online Bible Study Tools-Crosswalk.Com (bible.crosswalk.com)

Progressive National Baptist Convention (PNBC) (pnbc.org)

Member of the Progressive National Baptist Convention (PNBC)