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A Word From Our Pastor

"GIVE YOUR WORRIES TO CHRIST"



My husband retired a couple of years ago, and now all he does is worry about his health. He only has a few minor problems (like anyone his age) but all he can think about is how he might become disabled some day, and things like that. How can I change this? Or should I even try?

It’s not wrong to take care of ourselves and live a healthy lifestyle – not at all. God gave our bodies to us, and He wants us to take care of them – not just so we’ll enjoy a longer life, but so we can serve Him more effectively.

But it’s wrong to be so concerned about our health that it becomes an obsession and is all we think about. And this can happen to people of any age, not just older people. Why is it wrong? One reason is because constant worry can actually make our health worse. Stress and constant anxiety eventually take a toll on our bodies – as modern science has confirmed. Job declared, “Fear and trembling seized me and made all my bones shake” (Job 4:14).

It’s wrong too because it means we aren’t trusting God for the future.

Urge your husband to put his life into Christ’s hands, and to trust Him for the future. The Bible says, “Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you” (1 Peter 5:7). When we realize how much God loves us, our worries will begin to fade. In addition, encourage your husband to develop some new interests, such as volunteering to help others through your church or other organization.


Billy Graham /My Answer


Rev. Joseph McGhee
Rev. McGhee – Honored at the Trezevant High School Alumni Association


CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR PASTOR, REV. MCGHEE!



HISTORY OF THE CHURCH

Greater White Stone Missionary Baptist Church is a Christian institution that was founded August 15, 1925, by Reverend Major J. Jenkins. The original church had its inception at 512 Williams Avenue. In the fall of 1928 the church moved to its present location - 917 South Wellington Street. Rev. Jenkins served as the first pastor until his death in 1943.

Rev. H. R. Jelks was chosen to lead the church from 1944 following the death of Rev. Jenkins. Rev. Jelks served until 1946. In the year 1955 a minister, who was ordained by his brother - Rev. J. W. Williams, confessed his calling and accepted the position as minister of Greater White Stone M.B. Church. This minister was Reverend Alton R. Williams. Rev. Williams served GWS until his death in January 1972.

Our current pastor, the Reverend Joseph H. McGhee, Jr. was elected on April 12, 1972. Under the pastoralship of Rev. Joseph McGhee, our present pastor, our church's property has risen extensively. Many improvements and renovatations have taken place under Rev. McGhee's leadership. One of his major goals has been to purchase additional property for the expansion of the church, sanctuary, and parking lot. His other goal is empowering our young people to continue their education. We are thankful for Rev. McGhee's vision and for his continuous encouragement to our young people.


Greater White Stone M.B. Church Choir - 1935!
Rev. M. J. Jenkins, Pastor
Senior Choir
Jan. 9, 1935




IN THE AIR...ON THE LAND...
OR ON THE SEA...
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~~~DID YOU KNOW?~~~
*Noni juice was included in the 2007 edition of thePhysicians's Desk Reference for Nonprescription Drugs and Dietary Supplements (PDR). *Some of the benefits of noni juice, as detailed in the PDR®, include: "antiviral, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, antifungal, antitumor, ...analgesic and immune-modulating effects." *The inclusion of noni juice in this important doctor's handbook is a significant step in slowly moving mainstream medicine toward natural alternatives.

RESEARCH STUDIES SHOW...

 *89% of 3,358 subjects tested experienced improved digestion while drinking Noni juice.
*86% of 17,243 subjects tested experienced increased energy while drinking Noni juice.
*83% of 3,483 subjects tested experienced lessened allergy symptoms while drinking Noni juice.

(Volume 96.1 - Direct Source 2007)		 Contact Rev. Joseph H. McGhee, Jr. at
(901) 526-5973 for more information, or
e-mail.



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or Fax: (901) 521-8355




"A MEMORIAL - TO MRS. VENNIE MAE SCATES MCGHEE" ~~~ "WE WILL ALWAYS LOVE YOU!"

Mrs. Vennie McGhee
Mrs. Vennie Mae Scates McGhee

Mrs. Vennie McGhee was born September 6, 1927, in Trezevant, TN, which is located in Carroll County. She was the first of seven children born to the late Charlie Scates and the late Birdie Coleman Scates. She departed this life Friday, September 1, 2006, in Methodist University Hospital at 3:20 p.m.

At an early age, she invited Christ into her life and became a member of the Wingo Missionary Baptist Church in Trezevant. After coming to Memphis, she was united with the Greater White Stone Missionary Baptist Churh under the leadership of the late Rev. A. R. Williams. Mrs. McGhee was united in holy matrimony with Rev. McGhee on November 25, 1964. They remained a loyal and devoted unit until her death.

Mrs. McGhee attend the Wingo Elementary School in Trezevant and the excellent Webb High School in McKenzie, TN. After graduating from Lane College in Jackson, TN, she taught at the National Baptist Seminary and later served as a Home Demonstration agent in Fayette County, TN. After working in these capactities, Mrs. McGhee decided to become a public school teacher. She taught for forty-two years in the Memphis City and Shelby County Schools System.

Mrs. McGhee leaves to recall her wonderful life: a devoted and wonderful husband, the Rev. Joseph H. McGhee, Jr; two brothers, Charlie Scates and Rev. Nathaniel Scates; one sister, Joyce Scates; two sisters-in-law, Erma Scates and Arvie Z. Scates; and one aunt, Willie M. Bledsoe. In addition, Mrs. McGhee leaves a host of other relatives, friends, and especially the Greater White Stone Missionary Baptist Church Family to remember her. Mrs. Vennie Mae Scates McGhee will be missed by everyone who knew her.

We love you and we will forever remember your kind words of encouragement.

Mrs. Vennie McGhee
"For I am now ready to be offered,
and the time of my departure is at hand.
I have fought a good fight,
I have finished my course, I have kept the faith:
Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness..."
II Timothy 4:6-8



"S E P T E M B E R"
Fellowship Ministry"
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU!


"HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU!"
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ALL OF OUR GWS MEMBERS BORN IN THE MONTH OF SEPTEMBER!
~MAY GOD RICHLY BLESS YOU ON YOUR BIRTHDAY AND EVERY DAY OF THE YEAR!~

~~~ WE LOVE YOU! ~~~
~~~ HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ALL SEPTEMBER MEMBERS! ~~~



The SEPTEMBER FELLOWSHIP MINISTRY will hold their Annual Fellowship Program and Repast Monday night, September 20, 2010, at 7:00 P.M. There will be "FOOD, FUN, and FELLOWSHIP", so come out, refresh yourself, and celebrate with the Greater White Stone members. Remember: We celebrate all twelve months of the year, so all members are cordially invited. "COME OUT....You'll be glad you did!"

~~~HAPPY BIRTHDAY SEPTEMBER MEMBERS!~~~



- SEPTEMBER President
- SEPTEMBER Vice President






Honor Ceremony at Christ Missionary Baptist Church for Rev. Joseph H. McGhee, Jr. - Reverend Dr. Gina Marcia Stewart, Pastor
November 1, 2009




My Tribute to my pastor,

REV. JOSEPH H. McGHEE, JR.


Thank You,
 For giving of yourself, your time, and your many gifts...

Thank You,
 For loving the Lord and extending that love to the people...

Thank You,
 For answering the call of the Shepherd to feed His sheep...

Thank You,
 For serving, sharing, praying, and leading...
For all the ways you minister, big and small...

Thank You,
 For teaching us that all things do work together for good to them that love God...

Thank You,
 For training us to lift our eyes upon to the Lord...
For all of our help in times of need...

Thank You,
 For advocating the full amour of God...
As our protection against the evils of this world...

"You’re a blessing, Rev. McGhee!"

"Your love has given me great joy and encouragement, because you have refreshed the hearts of the saints."
Philemon 1:7 NIV


Glenda Faye Pryor-Johnson
Webmaster
November 4, 2009

Photos courtesy of Ms. De' Clayborn



"Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom, teaching, and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord."
Colossians 3:16


Amen!




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