The New Testament Baptist Church of Butler, Pennsylvania
Sunday, September 15, 2013
Placing a Priority on Spiritual Development
According to a survey by the Barna Research Group, the percentage of Americans who say their top priority is family has declined from 51% in 2006 to the current level of 45%. This means that 55% of Americans dont consider family their top priority. In light of this, it is not surprising that only 12% of adults now say that faith is their top priority (down from 16% in 2006). In the clamor and rush to get our children to school functions, athletic practice, or cheerleading meetings, the hurried pace of life has caused some parents to overlook the spiritual training of their children and family members. God instituted the church as a vehicle for spiritual training and development. Sunday school, the Sunday services, and the Bible study on Wednesday are crucial ingredients to the spiritual training and development of the family. Psalm 119:1011 is a reminder of the priority that parents should place on the spiritual development of their loved ones. It reads, With my whole heart have I sought thee: O let me not wander from thy commandments. Thy word have I hid in mine heart, that I might not sin against thee. Are you plugging your children into different groups at the expense of your church? Are you training your children to use Gods Word in order to make wise decisions? This training provides your children with a spiritual offense. When Ephesians talks about the armor of God, the only offensive weapon given is the Sword of the Spirit, which is the Word of God. If you want your children to be able to fight the devil, their own flesh, and the world, impart to them this sacred Book! Help them to realize there is only one way in which they should go, and it is Gods way. Attend church as a family, and dont allow your family to get fragmented.
Weekly Service Schedule
Sunday: 10:00 AM Adult & Childrens Bible Study Classes 11:00 AM Morning Preaching 6:00 PM Choir Practice 7:00 PM Evening Preaching/Patch the Pirate Clubs Wednesday: 7:00 PM Midweek Bible Study & Prayer Saturday: 10:30 AM Bus Visitation, Soul Winning & Outreach
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Butler Fall Festival
This Saturday
Formerly known as the Ethnic Festival, the Butler Fall Festival is held on Saturday, September 21, from 11:00 AM until 5 PM. Our church will need volunteers to serve at our booth. A sign-up sheet is available at the Welcome Center.
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437 North Duffy Road, Butler, Pennsylvania 16001
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Thank you for choosing to worship at the New Testament Baptist Church of Butler. Our prayer is that your heart will be stirred for the eternal as we sing songs & hymns that direct your heart toward Christ and challenge you through the preaching of Gods Word. There are friendly people at our Welcome Center in the lobby who will gladly assist you with any questions you may have during your visit. Allow us to make you feel at home during your visit. First-time adult visitors and families are asked to visit our Welcome Center to receive a hospitality bag with a gift card to Chick-fil-A.
First Time Visitors
Parents with Infants & Young Children
Out of respect for your loved ones and those in attendance, we ask parents to use our clean & well-equipped nursery. This free service is available for newborns and infants (birth through 24 months). Your cooperation is needed and appreciated. Assistance is available at the Welcome Center.
The New Testament Baptist Church will be hosting a Harvest Party at the church on Saturday, October 19, from 4:00-7:00 PM. We will be serving pulled pork, corn-on-the-cob, hot dogs, and baked beans. The adults are encouraged to participate in a Cornhole tournament. Each family is asked to bring a dessert.
Saturday, October 19 4:00-7:00 PM Cost: $10/family $5/person
There will be a petting zoo with barnyard animals for the children. There will also be pony rides and a mini-hayride for the children.
MISSIONARY EMPHASIS MONTH: OCTOBER
Your family is encouraged to participate in these times of food & fellowship on Sunday evenings in September: Sunday, September 15, 6:30-6:55 PM Pie Fellowship on the Lower Level (Bring your favorite pie to share with others) Sunday, September 22, 6:30-6:55 PM Ice Cream Fellowship on the Lower Level (Bring your ice cream to share with others) Sunday, September 29, After the PM service Baptist Takeover at a Local Restaurant
Our church family is asked to prepare their hearts for our Missionary Emphasis Month in October. Our hearts will be challenged to partner with soul winning missionaries around the globe. Sunday, Oct. 6Australia (The Eckels Family) Sunday, Oct. 27Samoan Islands (The Civale Family)
Food & Drink Items:
In the spirit of worship, and as an act of courtesy, please do NOT bring food items, coffee, bottled water, or soft drinks into the Auditorium.
