November 8, 2026

 Welcome to Brown Chapel/Avant, Mt. Pleasant & Shiloh

Prayer: Pastor Baggett

Scripture: James 2:14-17 - What good is it, my brothers and sisters, if someone claims to have faith but does not have works? Can such faith save him?  If a brother or sister is without clothes and lacked daily food and one of you says to them, "Go in peace, stay warm, and be well fed," but you don't give them what the body needs, what good is it?  In the same way faith, if it does not have works, is dead by itself.

Subject: When the Ballots Have Been Counted, Then What?

• Issues still remain even after ballots have been counted.
• Celebration doesn't solve anything.
• God requires us to do more.
• Faith and action are required. Go in peace and spread love.
• What to do: we must remember who we answer to......we answer to God through Jesus. We, as Christians can be concerned about what is going on in government, but we must not become so political movement that we lose our godly path.
• God's truth is greater than any nations words.
• God's standards of justice never changes.
• I am God and I change not.  Malachi 3:6
• We have situations here and now and mankind is still suffering. We, the church must continue to be compassionate
• Micah 6:8 - Mankind, he has told each of you what is good and what it is the Lord requires of you: to act justly, to love faithfulness and to walk humbly with your God.
• We, as Christians, need to ready and willing to help when we can, in whatever way we can.
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• Matthew 25:31-40 

The Sheep and the Goats

• 31“When the Son of Man comest in his glory, and all the angels with him, he will sit on his glorious throne.
•  32 All the nations will be gathered before him, and he will separate the people one from another as a shepherd separates the sheep from the goats.
•  33 He will put the sheep on his right and the goats on his left.
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• 34“Then the King will say to those on his right, ‘Come, you who are blessed by my Father; take your inheritance, the kingdom prepared for you since the creation of the world. 
• 35 For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you invited me in, 
•  36 I needed clothes and you clothed me, I was sick and you looked after me, I was in prison and you came to visit me.’
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• 37“Then the righteous will answer him, ‘Lord, when did we see you hungry and feed you, or thirsty and give you something to drink? 
• 38 When did we see you a stranger and invite you in, or needing clothes and clothe you? 
• 39 When did we see you sick or in prison and go to visit you?’
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• 40 “The King will reply, ‘Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.’
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Invitation to Christian Discipleship

Communion Sunday

Roll Call:

Pastor Baggett

Debra W.

Thelma W.

Bonnie T.

Eddie & Marina J.

Clark M.

Evelyn H.

Dorothy M.

Ginger R.

Rev. I. Pelton

Violet W.

Rhonda L.

Closing Prayer: Pastor Baggett

November 1, 2026

 Welcome to Brown Chapel/Avant, Mt. Pleasant & Shiloh

Prayer: Pastor Baggett

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 16-18 - Rejoice always, pray constantly, give thanks in everything; for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus.

Subject: Developing the Habit of Gratitude

Everything is going well but that one little thing isn't & we focus on that one small thing.

Why do always focus on the things that are missing in our lives and not on what we already have.

We must stop and count our blessings.

God is still good all the time and all the time God is good.

God is good to us.

Developing the habit of gratitude: (1) rejoice always even in times of trials because our joy cannot be only when things are easy. We must become mature in Christ's words and teachings. Don't let the negativity of this world cloud your love of God; (2) pray without ceasing because pray can change our perspective of a situation. We must stay connected to God and have a right relationship with him. We must remember to pray and not faint. Just praying 'thank you Lord' is a blessing to God; (3) we are not always in perfect circumstances in our lives but we are not facing anything alone. God is present and we should thank him for God faithfulness, his love for us, his strength that we should reach for all the time.

Stay focused on the positives no matter how small or large in your life and stay focused on Jesus.

 Invitation to Christian Discipleship

November Birthdays

Rev. I. Pelton

Marcia B.

Roll Call:

Pastor Baggett

Debra W.

Thelma W.

Evelyn H.

Clark M.

Bonnie T.

Eddie & Marina J.

Dorothy M.

Rev. I. Pelton

Ginger R.

Violet W.

Rhonda L.

Closing Prayer: Pastor Baggett

October 18, 2026

 Welcome to Brown Chapel/Avant, Mt. Pleasant & Shiloh

Prayer: Pastor Baggett

Scripture: Philippians 2:3-8 - 3 Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves. 4 Let each of you look not only to his own interests, but also to the interests of others. 5 Have this mind among yourselves, which is yours in Christ Jesus, 6 who, though he was in the form of God, did not count equality with God a thing to be grasped, 7 but emptied himself, by taking the form of a servant, being born in the likeness of men. 8 And being found in human form, he humbled himself by becoming obedient to the point of death, even death on a cross.

Subject: True Greatness Looks Like a Servant

Social media is too much a part of our lives. 

We need to keep our eyes on Jesus.

Live is not all about us.

God's servant means we are not to focus on ourselves but think about others. Others have worth just as we do. We must learn to celebrate others as we want them to knowledge us.

When everyone comes together to contribute to the good of all, God is in the mix. We must be about our Father's (God) business.

The world measure greatness by flattery, false praise, showing favor, etc.  Jesus measures greatness by services rendered.

Jesus served other by showing humility to anyone.

True greatness does not need constant recognition.

Do not allow our ego & pride to get in the way of God's plan for us.

James 4:10 - Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will lift you up in honor.

Your gift will make room for you. Proverbs 18:16

We must remain focused and steadfast in Jesus.

Jesus is our example, for he never compromised his purpose.

Mark 8:36 - For what shall it profit a man, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul?

Invitation to Christian Discipleship

Roll Call:

Pastor Baggett

Debra W.

Evelyn H.

Thelma W.

Bonnie T.

Eddie & Marina J.

Dorothy M.

Ginger R.

Clark M.

Violet W.

Monique V.

Rhonda L.

Closing Prayer: Pastor Baggett

October 11, 2026, Homecoming & October 18, 2026

 Welcome to Brown Chapel/Avant, Mt. Pleasant & Shiloh

Homecoming sermon comes from

Psalm 122:1-9 - 1 I rejoiced with those who said to me, “Let us go to the house of the Lord.”

2 Our feet are standing in your gates, Jerusalem.

3 Jerusalem is built like a city that is closely compacted together.

4 That is where the tribes go up— the tribes of the Lord— to praise the name of the Lord according to the statute given to Israel.

5 There stand the thrones for judgment, the thrones of the house of David.

6 Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: “May those who love you be secure.

7 May there be peace within your walls and security within your citadels.”

8 For the sake of my family and friends, I will say, “Peace be within you.”

9 For the sake of the house of the Lord our God, I will seek your prosperity.

October 18, 2026

Prayer: Pastor Baggett

Scripture: Galatians 6:1-3;10 - Brethren, if a man be overtaken in a fault, ye which are spiritual, restore such an one in the spirit of meekness; considering thyself, lest thou also be tempted.  Bear ye one another's burdens, an so fulfil the law of Christ.  For if a man think himself to be something, when he is nothing, he deceives himself.  (10) As we have therefore opportunity, let us do good unto all men, especially unto them who are of the household of faith.

Subject: Never Get Tired of Doing the Right Thing

We need to correct one another with compassion.

We have all made mistakes and God has shown us compassion. Who are we to judge others.

We can help others to carry their burdens.

We must stand up for what is right & God will aid us to stand firm.  Going good is not a waste of time.

We must keep on sewing good seeds.

Invitation to Christian Discipleship

Roll Call:

Pastor Baggett

Debra W.

Evelyn H.

Ginger R.

Rev. I. Pelton

Thelma W.

Clark M.

Eddie & Marina J.

Bonnie T.

Violet W.

Rhonda L.

Closing Prayer: Pastor Baggett

October 4, 2026 - Back from Annual Conference

 Welcome to Brown Chapel/Avant, Mt. Pleasant & Shiloh

Welcome back Pastor & Mrs. Baggett from another Annual Conference!

Announcement: Brown Chapel will be offline October 11, 2026 celebrating our Annual Homecoming. 

Prayer: Pastor Baggett

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6 - Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; In all your ways acknowledge Him and He shall direct your paths.

Subject: Trust in God in Small Things

Do everything in name of Jesus......  Colossians 3:17

Be ye transformed.... Romans 12:2

We need a spiritual routine just like we have a regular routine of our day.

Don't wait until Sunday to see and know that Jesus is Lord.

Choose prayer before choosing panic.

Small choices become spiritual habits.

In all our ways we acknowledge Him.

We must be aligned with God. Examples: before spending money on a want ask God if this is where God wants me to place my money?; before pressing "send" on that text ask God if this is a wise choice that might cause someone to stumble?; before an angry word ask God if this is pleasing in His sight?

Obedience is better than sacrifice. 1 Samuel 15:22

Invitation to Christian Discipleship

October Birthdays:

None

Roll Call:

Pastor Baggett

Debra W.

Thelma W.

Evelyn H.

Ginger R.

Clark M.

Bonnie T.

Eddie & Marina J.

Dorothy M.

Violet W.

Rev. I. Pelton

Rhonda L.

Closing Prayer: Pastor Baggett

Photos from Annual Conference, Tyler, Texas

September 27, 2026

 Welcome to Brown Chapel/Avant, Mt. Pleasant & Shiloh

Prayer: Pastor Baggett

Scripture: Ex 17:1-7 - All the congregation of the people of Israel moved on from the wilderness of Sin by stages, according to the commandment of the Lord, and camped at Rephidim, but there was no water for the people to drink. 2 Therefore the people quarreled with Moses and said, “Give us water to drink.” And Moses said to them, “Why do you quarrel with me? Why do you test the Lord?” 3 But the people thirsted there for water, and the people grumbled against Moses and said, “Why did you bring us up out of Egypt, to kill us and our children and our livestock with thirst?” 4 So Moses cried to the Lord, “What shall I do with this people? They are almost ready to stone me.” 5 And the Lord said to Moses, “Pass on before the people, taking with you some of the elders of Israel, and take in your hand the staff with which you struck the Nile, and go. 6 Behold, I will stand before you there on the rock at Horeb, and you shall strike the rock, and water shall come out of it, and the people will drink.” And Moses did so, in the sight of the elders of Israel. 7 And he called the name of the place Massah and Meribah, because of the quarreling of the people of Israel, and because they tested the Lord by saying, “Is the Lord among us or not?”

Subject: Water from the Rock

Our "rock" is spiritual.

Being in a dry season does not mean that we are still in the will of God.

Stress can come quickly when we are in a dry situation in our lives.

We start to question everything even God.

Health problems, money situations, personal disappointments makes us question everything.

But God said that he would never leave us or forsake us.

Just as God told Moses to use his staff to strike a rock to provide water, He can and will hold us.

God wants us to remember that all of our help comes from Him.

We should never look for someone to blame.

Dry seasons teaches us? God's grace will sustain us; God's grace is bigger than any frustrations; We must hold on to our faith; 

Jesus said, Come onto me all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Matthew 11:28

God is teaching us that if we can all just pull together and help one another through our trials and tribulations, each one can be encouraged & lifted up.

If my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sin and will heal their land. 2 Chronicles 7:14

The same God who brought from a rock, He can make a way for you and me.

Invitation to Christian Discipleship

Roll Call:

Pastor Baggett

Debra W.

Thelma W.

Evelyn H.

Dorothy M.

Eddie & Marina J.

Bonnie T.

Ginger R.

Clark M.

Rev. I. Pelton

Violet W.

Monique V.

Rhonda L. 

Closing Prayer: Pastor Baggett

September 20, 2026

 Welcome to Brown Chapel/Avant, Mt. Pleasant & Shiloh

Prayer: Pastor Baggett

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-22 - then came Peter to him, and said, Lord, how oft shall my brother sin against me, and I forgive him? till seven times?  Jesus said unto him, I say not unto thee, Until seven times: but, Until seventy times seven.

Subject: Don't Cancel What God Has Already Forgiven

Cancel culture can be a positive or negative thing. (withdrawing support)

Today we live in a culture where we are quick to disagree with other, where we become judge and jury in a negative response. 

Some measure of accountability is expected; however, mercy should be applied as well.  Forgiveness just be included in the process of accountability.

If you want forgiveness, you must be able to forgive.

Romans 3:23 - For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God.

We are only still standing because God's grace and forgiveness.

Forgiveness does not cross out accountability. Forgiveness & accountability can exist at the same time.

We must repent and acknowledge our sins.

Cancel culture for the most part does not want progress, don't like history, don't want to hear the truth.

The worse day doesn't have to be our last day because there is a chance to forgiveness.

God's grace should color how we see and forgive others.

Invitation to Christian Discipleship

Roll Call:

Pastor Baggett

Debra W.

Bonnie T.

Thelma W.

Evelyn H.

Eddie & Marina J.

Clark M.

Ginger R.

Rev. I. Pelton

Violet W.

Dorothy M.

Rhonda L.

Closing Prayer: Pastor Baggett

September 13, 2026

 Welcome to Brown Chapel/Avant, Mt. Pleasant & Shiloh

Prayer: Pastor Baggett

Scripture: Habakkuk 2:1-4 - I will stand upon my watch and set me upon the tower, and will watch to see what he will say unto me, and what I shall answer when I am reproved.  And the Lord answered me, and said, 'Write the vision, and make it plain upon tables, that he may run that reads it.  For the vision is yet for an appointed time, but at the end it shall speak, and not lie: though it tarry, wait for it; because it will surely come, it will not tarry.  Behold, his soul which is lifted up is not upright in him: but the just shall live by his faith.

Subject: When God Seem Silent

• Why is God not listening or answering?
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• The just shall live by faith
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• We can believe but not see what God is doing.
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• The seems to be a ball of confusion but God is still there.
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• How long will things continue this way?
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• We are faithful but still have questions.
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• But God has a plan. He uses our enemies.
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• We must wait and see what God does.
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• They that wait upon the Lord will renew their strength. Isaiah 40:31
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• We must hold our position.
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• We must keep the faith and that faith is sometimes used to wait and see what God does.
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• God can gives us the promise before the fulfilment. So there may be a gap between promise and fulfilment. Sometimes this tests our faith but we need to learn to wait on God.
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• Don't let the delay doubt the promise.
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• The just shall live by his faith. Faith is trusting God who has all of the answers.
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• Don't let what you see make you forget about what you know, that God is always in control.
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Invitation to Christian Discipleship

Communion Sunday

Roll Call:

Pastor Baggett

Debra W.

Evelyn H.

Ginger R.

Bonnie T.

Eddie & Marina J.

Rev. I. Pelton

Thelma W.

Clark M.

Dorothy M.

Violet W.

Rhonda L.

Closing Prayer: Pastor Baggett

September 6, 2026

 Welcome to Brown Chapel/Avant, Mt. Pleasant & Shiloh

Prayer: Pastor Baggett

Scripture: Psalms 51:10-12 - Create in me a clean heart, O God; and renew a right spirit within me. Restore unto me the joy of thy salvation; and uphold me with thy free spirit.  

Subject: Restoration of Joy

• David is feeling regret for what he has done.
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• Nathan has confronted him with his transgressions.
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• You should as the Lord to restore us when we wonder away from God.
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• We can lose our joy without losing God as we walk through this life.
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• We can get drained from making bad decisions, developing poor habits, loads of heavy responsibilities piled upon our shoulders.
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• But we are not beyond God's restoration.
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• Joy is deeper than happiness. Happiness is when things are going your way but fades easily.  Joy depends on who is holding us up even in times of trouble.  Joy endures trials and suffering and rooted in our "right" relationship with God. 
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• The world can take everything away from us, but God makes a way through his amazing grace. He brings us joy. He restores us within ourselves. 
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• External changes are not enough because God looks on the heart. When your heart is changed, your soul is lighter even when our circumstances stay the same. This joy is knowing that God is always with us and that we are loved greatly by God.

Invitation to Christian Discipleship

                                                                September Birthdays:

Roll Call:

Pastor Baggett

Debra W.

Dorothy M.

Evelyn H.

Ginger R.

Bonnie T.

Thelma W.

Eddie & Marina J.

Clark M.

Violet W.

Rhonda L.

Closing Prayer: Pastor Baggett

Closing Song:

August 23, 2026

 Welcome to Brown Chapel/Avant, Mt. Pleasant & Shiloh

Prayer: Pastor Baggett

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7 - Be careful for nothing; bur in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.  And the peace of God, which passes all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.

Subject: Too Much Information

WWW = World Wide Web 

We now find and share information quickly and sometimes without understanding it.

Information overload has infiltrated our lives and overtaken our mines. We are sometimes consumed by the intake of information from the Internet, TV, radio. We have access to every bodies trouble at the same time.

John 16:33 - These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world you shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.

We don't need to carry these burdens all by ourselves.  Too much information vexes our spirits.

We do not need to stay connected to the world 24/7; 365 days!

We have too many programs running all at once which tends to freeze up and then things crash.

We become emotionally, mentally and spiritually worn out.

Matthew 6:33 - But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.   (This is the antidote to too much information)

If we place prayer first at the beginning of our day before checking the news or whatever everyone else is talking about, and we allow God's Word to seep into our hearts, we remember that God is still in control.

God's peace becomes a guard around our hearts and minds.

Not everything that comes from the news or whatever is unnecessary, but we must be discerning.

Do not allow this world to break our relationship with God. Prayer brings strength when life seem hard.

Matthew 11:28 - Come unto me, all ye that labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.

Philippians 4:8 - Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things.

Invitation to Christian Discipleship

Roll Call:

Pastor Baggett

Debra W.

Bonnie T.

Thelma W.

Evelyn H.

Clark M.

Eddie & Marina J.

Ginger R.

Rev. I. Pelton

Dorothy M.

Violet W.

Rhonda L.

Closing Prayer: Pastor Baggett