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> <channel><title>Missouri City Baptist Church</title> <atom:link href="http://mocitybc.org/feed/" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" /><link>http://mocitybc.org</link> <description>&#34;With God All Things Are Possible&#34;</description> <lastBuildDate>Fri, 20 Jan 2012 22:35:44 +0000</lastBuildDate> <language>en</language> <sy:updatePeriod>hourly</sy:updatePeriod> <sy:updateFrequency>1</sy:updateFrequency> <generator>http://wordpress.org/?v=3.1</generator> <item><title>The Mary Sanders Annual Suit Drive</title><link>http://mocitybc.org/2012/01/20/the-mary-sanders-annual-suit-drive/</link> <comments>http://mocitybc.org/2012/01/20/the-mary-sanders-annual-suit-drive/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Fri, 20 Jan 2012 22:25:43 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>mcbcaa</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Recent Post]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://mocitybc.org/?p=319</guid> <description><![CDATA[It&#8217;s that time again.  The Women&#8217;s Ministry of MCBC is once again embarking on a mission to help women.  During the month of February, MCBC will conduct a suit drive to benefit Dress for Success Houston (DFSH), a non-profit organization that provides interview-appropriate suits and career development to women trying to get back on their [...]]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>It&#8217;s that time again.  The Women&#8217;s Ministry of MCBC is once again embarking on a mission to help women. </p><p>During the month of February, MCBC will conduct a suit drive to benefit Dress for Success Houston (DFSH), a non-profit organization that provides interview-appropriate suits and career development to women trying to get back on their feet and into the workforce.  Please call the church office at 281-835-6310 for guidelines.  <strong>All donations must be cleaned, pressed and on hangers. </strong> Thank you.</p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>http://mocitybc.org/2012/01/20/the-mary-sanders-annual-suit-drive/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Pastor and MCBC is Celebrating 20 Years!</title><link>http://mocitybc.org/2012/01/20/pastor-and-mcbc-is-celebrating-20-years/</link> <comments>http://mocitybc.org/2012/01/20/pastor-and-mcbc-is-celebrating-20-years/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Fri, 20 Jan 2012 22:03:34 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>mcbcaa</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Recent Post]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://mocitybc.org/?p=316</guid> <description><![CDATA[MCBC invites you to celebrate with us on January 22, 2012 at our regular service at 10:00 A.M.  Dr. John Ogletree, Pastor of First Met Church, will be the guest speaker.  Then at 4:00 P.M. , we invite you back for a special anniversary service honoring our Pastor and First Family.  Rev. Marvin Delaney, Pastor of South [...]]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>MCBC invites you to celebrate with us on January 22, 2012 at our regular service at 10:00 A.M.  Dr. John Ogletree, Pastor of First Met Church, will be the guest speaker.  Then at 4:00 P.M. , we invite you back for a special anniversary service honoring our Pastor and First Family.  Rev. Marvin Delaney, Pastor of South Park Baptist Church, will be the guest speaker for the evening. </p><p>We look forward to you celebrating with us twenty wonderful years of service.  To God Be the Glory!</p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>http://mocitybc.org/2012/01/20/pastor-and-mcbc-is-celebrating-20-years/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Welcome to MCBC New Website</title><link>http://mocitybc.org/2011/03/05/welcome-to-mcbc-new-website/</link> <comments>http://mocitybc.org/2011/03/05/welcome-to-mcbc-new-website/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Sat, 05 Mar 2011 20:08:47 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>admin</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Recent Post]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Dennis Young]]></category> <category><![CDATA[pastor]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://mocitybc.org/?p=22</guid> <description><![CDATA[Welcome to MCBC New Website]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome to Welcome to MCBC New WebsiteMCBC New Website</p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>http://mocitybc.org/2011/03/05/welcome-to-mcbc-new-website/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Adult Ministries</title><link>http://mocitybc.org/2011/03/05/adult-ministries/</link> <comments>http://mocitybc.org/2011/03/05/adult-ministries/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Sat, 05 Mar 2011 20:02:35 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>admin</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Our Ministries]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Actors Guild Ministry]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Beautification Ministry]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Community Participation and Pastoral Support]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Crusaders for Christ]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Crusaders for Christ Bible Study]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Field Trips]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Ministers Ministry]]></category> <category><![CDATA[ministry participation]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Missouri City Baptist Church]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Outreach Ministry]]></category> <category><![CDATA[prison ministry]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Recreation Ministry]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Singles Ministry]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Total Person Ministry]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Young Adult Ministry]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://mocitybc.org/?p=68</guid> <description><![CDATA[The Focus Team was developed to stimulate the involvement of 90% of our members existing as well as new and ease the transition into or serve as a liaison to help members become part of a ministry of their choice.  We also make follow-up calls or send letters to new members as well as visitors.]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Missouri City Baptist Church</strong> offers adult members the opportunity to carry out the mission and vision of the church through ministry participation.</p><p>The Focus Team was developed to stimulate the involvement of 90% of our members <span
id="more-68"></span>existing as well as new and ease the transition into or serve as a liaison to help members become part of a ministry of their choice.  We also make follow-up calls or send letters to new members as well as visitors.</p><p><strong>Ministers Ministry</strong></p><p>Under the leadership of the pastoral staff, a church service is provided to residents at various nursing homes every 3rd Sunday of each month. Deacons, choirs, and members attend to worship with seniors who are not able to attend a church. Also, the ministers hold services at the Star of Hope and have just begun a prison ministry.</p><p><strong>Outreach Ministry</strong></p><p>Throughout the year, several activities are planned to share God’s word with the un-churched. This community contact ministry provides opportunities for adults and families to participate in reaching lost souls for Christ.</p><p><strong>Actors Guild Ministry</strong></p><p>The MCBC Actors Guild shares the word of God through impacting messages to reach the hearts of men, women, and children. Adults, youth, and children participate in dramas and plays throughout the year. Please call the church for information on upcoming events.</p><p><strong>Recreation Ministry</strong></p><p>The Recreation Ministry engages individuals of all ages in physical</p><p>activities to improve and maintain health. Men, women, and children</p><p>can participate in a variety of activities:</p><ol><li>Walking</li><li>Basketball</li><li>Volleyball</li><li>Aerobic Exercise</li><li>Sports Tournaments</li></ol><p><strong>Singles Ministry</strong></p><p>The Singles Ministry enhances the spiritual growth of singles, by providing support in pursuing a greater relationship with Christ. Several fellowship activities are planned throughout the year.</p><p><strong>Seniors Ministry</strong></p><p>The Seniors Ministry (Crusaders for Christ) offers individuals 60 and older the opportunity to serve the Lord and utilize their spiritual gifts.</p><p><strong>Activities include:</strong></p><ol><li><strong>Crusaders for Christ Bible Study:</strong> A special Bible study for seniors is offered every Wednesday at      11:00 am.</li><li><strong>Seniors Weekend: </strong> Activities      are planned annually for and by the seniors that provides them the      opportunity to fellowship with members, friends, and seniors from other      churches.</li><li><strong>Field Trips:</strong> The senior ministry travels to      various city and state attractions throughout the year.</li><li><strong>Community Participation and Pastoral Support:</strong> Seniors participate in a variety      of community programs representing MCBC and accompany the pastor to      funerals, as well as, state, regional, and local meetings throughout the      year.</li></ol><p><strong>Beautification Ministry</strong></p><p>Senior women implement decoration projects to aid in the beautification of the church by securing paintings, flowers, plants, and furniture.</p><p><strong>Young Adult Ministry</strong></p><p>The Young Adult Ministry uses the word of God to create an atmosphere of support and unity to encourage the spiritual growth and motivation necessary to mature and grow in the building of God’s kingdom. The ministry is striving to obtain a solid foundation in Christ by nourishing young adult members spiritually, mentally, and physically. Several fellowship activities are planned throughout the year to worship God in spirit and in truth.</p><p>Young Adult Ministry Activities include:</p><ol><li>RAW (Real Anointed      Warriors) – meets quarterly</li><li>Young Adult Choir –      leads praise and worship on 3rd and 5th Sundays</li><li>Friday Night Live –      a quarterly praise and worship experience which provides an opportunity      for young adults to sing, praise dance, and provide testimony</li></ol><p><strong>Total Person Ministry</strong></p><p>The Total Person Ministry provides opportunities for males and females of all ages and stages in life to grow in faith, spiritual, physical and emotional maturity through conferences, educational workshops, seminars and/or retreats.  Activities include:</p><ol><li>Service to others</li><li>Cooperative efforts      to provide food, clothing, etc. to those in need</li><li>Plan health and      mental wellness activities such as health fairs and educational events,      and the emergency response team</li><li>Coordinating      fellowship gatherings</li></ol><p><strong>MCBC Deacon Ministry</strong></p><p>The Deacon Ministry assists the pastor in making certain that every member and family in the church experience the love and support of the whole congregation.  The Deacon ministry is responsible for assisting the pastor in meeting the needs of the congregation.</p><p>Deacons work with new Christians to prepare them for baptism.  They prepare and serve communion to the congregation, send out bereavement letters, attend funerals and visit the sick and families who have lost a loved one.  Each deacon has a family group under his care in which he prays for and keeps in constant communication.</p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>http://mocitybc.org/2011/03/05/adult-ministries/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Youth Ministry</title><link>http://mocitybc.org/2011/03/05/youth-ministry/</link> <comments>http://mocitybc.org/2011/03/05/youth-ministry/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Sat, 05 Mar 2011 20:01:04 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>admin</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Our Ministries]]></category> <category><![CDATA[God]]></category> <category><![CDATA[healthy]]></category> <category><![CDATA[holistic living]]></category> <category><![CDATA[nurturing]]></category> <category><![CDATA[positive environment]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Youth Ministry]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://mocitybc.org/?p=60</guid> <description><![CDATA[The Youth Ministry encourages youth in 6th -12th Grades with spiritual and practical principals found in the word of God for healthy and holistic living in a nurturing and positive environment of fellowship and praise. Activities include]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The <strong>Youth Ministry</strong> encourages youth in 6th -12th Grades with spiritual and practical principals found in the word of God for healthy and holistic living in a nurturing and positive environment of fellowship and praise. Activities include:<br
/> 1.	Bible Study<br
/> 2.	Bible Bowls<br
/> 3.	Annual Youth Weekend<br
/> 4.	Group outings, sleepovers, camp, &#038; community service <span
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isPermaLink="false">http://mocitybc.org/?p=10</guid> <description><![CDATA[The Children’s Ministry offers programs that promote spiritual growth for children in Pre-K – 5th Grade. Children's Choir, Praise Dance and Drill Team (Practice 3rd Wednesdays of each month. Praise Dance and Drill Team.]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The <strong>Children’s Ministry</strong> offers programs that promote spiritual growth for children in Pre-K – 5<sup>th</sup> Grade.  Activities include:</p><p>1. Choir (Practice 3rd Wed of each month)<br
/> 2. Praise Dance/Drill Team<br
/> 3. Annual Mother/Child Banquet<br
/> 4. Outings, camp, sleepovers and parties<span
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isPermaLink="false">http://mocitybc.org/?p=162</guid> <description><![CDATA[The Total Person Ministry provides opportunities for men and women of all ages and stages in life to grow in faith, spiritual, physical and emotional maturity through conferences, educational workshops, seminars and/or retreats.]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The Total Person Ministry provides opportunities for men and women of  all ages and stages in life to grow in faith, spiritual, physical and  emotional maturity through conferences, educational workshops, seminars  and/or retreats.</p><p><strong>Activities include:</strong></p><p>1.  Service to others<br
/> 2.  Cooperative efforts to provide food, clothing, etc to those in need<span
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/> 3.  Plan health and mental wellness activities such as health fairs and                          educational events, and<br
/> 4.  Coordinating fellowship gatherings</p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>http://mocitybc.org/2011/03/05/total-person-ministry/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Spiritual Education</title><link>http://mocitybc.org/2011/03/05/spiritual-education/</link> <comments>http://mocitybc.org/2011/03/05/spiritual-education/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Sat, 05 Mar 2011 19:50:43 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>admin</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Our Ministries]]></category> <category><![CDATA[guests]]></category> <category><![CDATA[MCBC]]></category> <category><![CDATA[MCBC members]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Spiritual Education]]></category> <category><![CDATA[the spiritual learning]]></category> <category><![CDATA[visitors]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://mocitybc.org/?p=171</guid> <description><![CDATA[A variety of spiritual education ministries are available to teach  the word of God and enhance the spiritual learning of MCBC members, visitors and guests.]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A variety of spiritual education ministries are available to teach  the word of God and enhance the spiritual learning of MCBC members, visitors and guests.</p><p><strong>Sunday School Ministry</strong></p><p>MCBC offers Sunday school classes for ages 3 and up.  Classes are offered at 8:45 am – 9:45 am each Sunday.<span
id="more-171"></span> Sunday school trainings/meetings are held every other month on the 4th Saturday at 10:00 am.</p><hr
size="1" /><strong>Bible Study Ministry</strong></p><hr
size="1" />A variety of classes are offered to meet the spiritual education needs of the congregation and community.</p><ol><li>The Crusaders for Christ Bible Study (seniors) meets every Wednesday at noon.</li><li> The Adult Bible Study class meets every Wednesday at 7:00 pm.</li><li> The Youth Bible Study class meets every 3rd Sunday at 3:00 pm.</li></ol><hr
size="1" /><strong>Vacation Bible School Ministry</strong></p><hr
size="1" />Vacation Bible School provides an opportunity  for families to participate in a summer learning experience.  Check the  calendar for the Vacation Bible School schedule.</p><hr
size="1" /><strong>Children’s Story Ministry</strong></p><hr
size="1" />Each Sunday, during worship service, an interactive message is provided to children to help them learn about Jesus.</p><hr
size="1" /><strong>MCBC Institute</strong></p><hr
size="1" />Christian education classes are offered by the  Baptist University of the Americas.  Individuals completing an education  track will receive a certificate of completion.  Please call the church  if you would like more information.</p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>http://mocitybc.org/2011/03/05/spiritual-education/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Worship</title><link>http://mocitybc.org/2011/03/05/worship/</link> <comments>http://mocitybc.org/2011/03/05/worship/#comments</comments> <pubDate>Sat, 05 Mar 2011 19:44:26 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>admin</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[Our Ministries]]></category> <category><![CDATA[adults]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Children]]></category> <category><![CDATA[gospel]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Music Ministry]]></category> <category><![CDATA[pickup]]></category> <category><![CDATA[The MCBC van]]></category> <category><![CDATA[The Music Ministry]]></category> <category><![CDATA[youth]]></category> <guid
isPermaLink="false">http://mocitybc.org/?p=167</guid> <description><![CDATA[The Worship Ministries are dedicated to minister to the congregation through song and service. Music Ministry The Music Ministry provides an opportunity for all age groups to spread the gospel through song. Choir members participate in musicals and church mission trips. Choirs Adult (sings every 1st and 2nd Sunday) Youth (sings every 3rd Sunday) Children’s [...]]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The Worship Ministries are dedicated to minister to the congregation through song and service.<span
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size="1" /><strong> Music Ministry</strong></p><hr
size="1" />The Music Ministry provides an opportunity for all age  groups to spread the gospel through song.  Choir members participate in  musicals and church mission trips.</p><p><strong>Choirs </strong></p><ul><li>Adult (sings every 1st and 2nd Sunday)</li><li> Youth (sings  every 3rd Sunday)</li><li> Children’s (sings every 3rd Sunday)</li><li> Young Adult (sings  every 3rd and 5th Sunday)</li><li> Mass Choir (sings as requested)</li><li> Male Chorus (sings every 4th Sunday)</li></ul><hr
size="1" /><strong>Usher’s Ministry</strong></p><hr
size="1" />Children, youth, and adults can participate  in worship service through ushering.  The Usher’s Ministry meets every  3rd Sunday after the worship service.</p><hr
size="1" /><strong>Transportation Ministry</strong></p><hr
size="1" />The MCBC van is available to pick up members and  individuals needing a ride to church services and activities.  To  schedule a pickup, please call the church.</p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>http://mocitybc.org/2011/03/05/worship/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> </channel> </rss>
