HERE’S WHAT’S NEW
Emory Baptist Church eNewsletter
Pastor's Pen
PASTOR SEARCH TEAM UPDATE
The Pastor Search Committee is seeking God’s full direction and wisdom in leading us to our new Pastor. The team has met with our representatives from the Hunt Baptist Association and the Southern Baptist of Texas Convention for training. We appreciate the many surveys you completed. They provided great insights to lead us to the man God will call to EBC. Your continued prayers are critical for us!
Welcome our Interim Pastor, Dr. Charles Boswell. Dr. Boswell and his wife, Patti, have been married for 48 years. They have three adult children, two sons, and a daughter, and 11 grandchildren. Dr. Boswell has served in multiple churches around Texas and around the United States, most often as lead pastor. He has also served the Colorado Baptist General Convention and The Southern Baptist of Texas Convention. He has specific experience working with churches as an interim pastor.
Dr. Boswell will begin serving at Emory Baptist Church beginning in September. He will be preaching on Sunday mornings, Sunday nights, and Wednesday nights. In addition, he will help provide some direction and assistance to the office staff. We look forward to him serving and helping Emory Baptist as we prepare for our next pastor.
Bro. Chris Henderson, Minister of Music and Senior Adults
Choir Corner with Chris
August was HOT! I’m glad we survived the heat and are inching ever closer to some cooler weather this fall. Ministry at EBC, however, is not cooling down one bit.
Let me begin by saying thank you, church, for letting me teach the last 6 weeks on Wednesday evenings. I’ve loved diving into the book of Galatians with you and looking at how our faith in Christ should not come with any sense of legalism so that we can be truly free to live in the Spirit. KidzPraize resumes this week and I’m excited to begin teaching our children how and why we worship the Lord in spirit and in truth. As I’ve mentioned previously, I need 2 volunteers who can help me with this extremely valuable ministry on Wednesday evenings at 6:30 PM.
Celebration Choir, you did an AWESOME job on Sunday, August 23rd! I hope you bring that same energy and excitement with you into our Christmas Music rehearsals beginning on September 13th at 5 PM.
For those who are going on the Branson trip in October, there will be a meeting to go over the itinerary and other important details on September 13th after the morning worship service. Remember that your deposit is due by August 31st and your final balance of $220 needs to be paid by September 14th. This trip is going to be awesome, and I so look forward to going with you in October.
Ronnie Witt, Minister of Youth & Education
Student Ministry Spot
Small town community usually revolves around the school, sports, and social events. You could not pick a more important month for the community than the month of September. Part of “loving people” is building connections and supporting the people in our community.
School is back in session and so are Fall Sports. Emory Baptist is scheduled to run the home side concession stand on Friday, Sept. 4th. This helps build connections with our school, supports all student athletes, and improves our school & community. Sign up on the bulletin board to help out.
“See You At The Pole” (SYATP) is Wednesday, Sept. 23, at 7am at Rains ISD. At this annual prayer gathering, students meet at their school’s flagpole to pray for friends, teachers, parents, and community. The theme for SYATP this year is, “Come to Me” from Matthew 11:28, which says, “Come to Me, all you who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.”
Men’s and Women’s Reading Groups will start up on Wednesday, Sept. 30th. During this unique season, we will be reading a book called “The Church During the Search: Honoring Christ While You Wait for Your Next Pastor.” The pastor search committee members are working faithfully, but people often do not see all the work that goes on. This book is written to help the rest of the church understand the process but also to pray and prepare for the next pastor together. I hope you will participate in the reading and discussion on Wednesdays starting Sept. 30th. Men will meet at 6:30am in the fellowship hall and women will meet at 9:30am in the fellowship hall. Donuts and coffee provided.
Cecily Kirby, Director of Preschool Ministries
Sonbeam Day School
School is back in session, and we are so excited to be here! Our theme for the school year is “Jesus is the LIGHT of the World!”
Memory Verse:
And Jesus increased in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and men. Luke 2:52
Bible Story:
Jesus’ Childhood
Family Bible Question:
Which apostle walked to Jesus on water?
Hint: Matthew 14:29
Important Dates:
September 22nd: Fall Picture Day
September 24th: Goodies with Grandparents
We are on the hunt for more baby dolls (of all ethnicities) and baby doll clothes! If you have any to part with we would be happy to take them off your hands!
Teachers for the 2026-2027 school year:
Ones: Shania Beck and Morgan Griffin
Twos: Mallory Thurman and Donna Hensley
Threes: Pam Gassett and Nancy Torres
Three/Fours: Alex House
Fours: Diane Klump
Please continue to pray for our ministry, staff, students, and their families.
Nursery Rhymes
September is here, and we are so excited for a new month of learning, playing, singing, and growing together. Our goal for Sunday school and Wednesday nights is to make sure that our littles know that Jesus loves them, God made them, and they can trust in Him. We can’t wait to see you all get “Back in the Game” this year on Sunday mornings and Wednesday nights.
BIG Thank you to everyone who has volunteered to work in the nursery, I am truly grateful for each of you!