Tremont Temple Baptist Church

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MARCH 2010

Pastor’s Letter
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ!
We greet you with much joy during this season of Lent when we are preparing
our hearts to celebrate the Resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ. "Christ is risen!
He is risen indeed!" This is the Easter greeting of our brothers and sisters around
the world!
My prayer for you is that you might live with resurrection power. Scripture
tells us, ``That I might know Him and the power of His resurrection!" Our prayer Dates to Remember:
for you is that indeed you will pray and fast, work and meditate during the month
of March so that our collective lives at TTBC will be an expression of JOY and
RESURRECTION POWER! Sunday, 3/7/10

There are so many wonderful things happening at TTBC by the power of the Fellowship Luncheon &
Spirit:
1. On February 21st, we had a wonderful Union Service with our brothers and Assessment Meeting
sisters from the Ethiopian and Spanish-speaking churches. It was a blessed time
of unity and joy. For some it was a little taste of heaven. Beyond languages and 12:30 pm - 2 pm Chipman
cultures, we are united in Jesus Christ.
2. Congregational Assessment: Dr. George Bullard has sent in his final report
and assessment. Members of TTBC agree that on the church spectrum chart Wednesdays ~
which shows infancy to old age, TTBC is defnitely in old age and on the verge of
dying. I think we all agreed on that. The good news, however, is that a significant Pre-Prayer Mtg. Fellowship
number of members agree that we can begin again and gain a new vision of
where God wants us to go. Chipman Hall
Therefore, in discussion with the Church Council, we have agreed that on
Sunday, March 7, 2010, at our monthly Fellowship Luncheon, we will review 5 : 30 pm - 6 :15 pm
the Recommendations made by Dr. Bullard. Therefore, please come to a
Fellowship Luncheon and Church meeting to hear about what we must do next to
Bible Study & Prayer -
gain a new vision. (See attachments!)
3. The Church Council meetings have been re-born and are now opportunities
for studying serious questions as to the future of our TTBC. I am pleased that we 6:30 pm - 7:30pm Chapel
are moving from incrimination to reconciliation. Many are well along on this
pilgrimage. Reconciliation is never a final achievement, but it is a pilgrimage, a Thursdays ~ 3/4, 11, 18 & 25
journey of faith and forgiveness!
4. Church Audit: Finally, after 7 years a compilation audit has begun. Many Organ Recital - 12:15 pm
thanks to Alfreta Barrett and the Audit Committee. We have hired the firm of
RSM McGladrey of Burlington, MA. Eventually we will have a full scale audit. “15 Minutes for God” -
This will help overcome many concerns.
5. Annual Meeting: Our next Annual Meeting date: Sunday, April 18, 2010.
6. The Process of Nomination of TTBC Church leaders: It is our goal and Sunday, 3/28/10
prayer that as Baptists we do everything "decently and in order", as well as with
transparency and openness. I am pleased that the Deacons and Church Council Palm Sunday Service -
have approved a plan which begins with every church member being called upon
to make suggestions and recommendations for positions in TTBC. Converse Hall ~ 11:00 am
The timeframe of this process is spelled out in the attached letter which I
have written to the congregation! 12:30 pm - ARISE Bible
7. Mission and Evangelism: I have reminded the congregation in most sermons
that we must become a missionary and evangelistic people. Indeed, as a great Study Class Luncheon
theologian said, "The Church exists by mission, as fire exists by burning!" Every
member must bring one! Who have you brought this year? This month? Quiet Room, 5th floor
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This week? Every Baptist must become a missionary!

8. Spiritual and Practical Gifts Card: Thank you to the many who have filled out this card. It will be helpful for the Nominating
Committee as they seek God's will for the new leadership of TTBC! If you have not yet filled out a card please do so as soon as
possible and hand in to the Church Office!
9. New Bible Study (Sunday School Classes): Do you remember the old song, "Read your Bible, pray everyday and you'll grow,
grow, grow!" Every TTBC member needs to be in a Sunday School class. In addition to the Adult Class led by Sister Sylvia Evans,
we now have two new classes: The Men's Bible Study, led by Geoff Hicks, Montgomery Fraser, and Francis Graham, and The
Young Adults Arise Class, led by Yovanny Pulcini, Vangie Jimenez, and Janice Lotz. Everyone needs to join a Bible Study class!
10. EASTER: As we anticipate the great Christian celebration of Easter, please remember the followng dates:
Sunday, March 28: Palm Sunday Worship service, Converse Hall, 11 am.
Thursday, April 1: Maundy Thursday. Preparation for Good Friday and Easter with a Communion Service beginning at 6:00 pm
in Lorimer Hall.
Friday, April 2: Good Friday Service: 12 (Noon) , Lorimer Hall.
Sunday, April 4: EASTER CELEBRATION. We will begin with a Churchwide Easter Breakfast at 9:00 am, Chipman Hall,
6th floor, followed by Worship Service at 11:00 am, with all invited to join in the Hallelujah Chorus!

Please continue to pray! Indeed, Scripture reminds us that "Prayer changes things!" Do you want change in your life and in this
church? Then you need to pray! You need to come to Prayer Meeting on Wednesday evenings at 6:30 pm. Wonderful things are
happening! Where have you been? Come and be blessed and be a blessing. Enjoy the fellowship of snacks at 5:30 pm (before Prayer
Meeting) !

In the Joy of Christ,

Pastor Denton Lotz

ALL CHURCH MEETING & FELLOWSHIP LUNCHEON - 12:30 PM

SUNDAY, MARCH 7, 2010 ~ CHIPMAN HALL, 6TH FLOOR
MONTHLY FELLOWSHIP LUNCHEON AND REVIEW OF RECOMMENDATIONS
MADE BY DR. GEORGE BULLARD FOR TREMONT TEMPLE. INVITE A FRIEND
AND BRING A COVERED DISH TO SHARE!

4 Alex Costa 16 Robert Jordan

9 John Shaughnessy 17 Ishmael Williams
10 Laura Milano 21 Judy MacLaren
14 Elsie Welch Henry Mirando
15 Helen Smith 22 Robert Monroe
Lacy Hendren Katie Little
Barry Bassett 24 Dagny DiBona
25 Elcinha Costa
Erik Blowe
March Birthdays
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NEWS FROM THE CHURCH COUNC IL

Recently, Pastor Lotz visited Gordon Conwell Seminary where he will be conducting a class on Doctor
of Ministry in Missiology in early spring. While visiting the Seminary he was extremely encouraged by
some of the enthusiastic remarks he received concerning the future of Tremont Temple.

Pastor Lotz is encouraged by the increased attendance at the Wednesday evening Prayer Service.
“Prayer Changes Things”. It was noted that each Sunday we are having several visitors and have seen an
increase of people seeking membership in our church.

The Men’s Bible Class which began in January is now attended by 10-15 men each Sunday. They meet
on the first floor. The teachers are:. Geoffrey Hicks, Montgomery Fraser and Kenneth Overshown.
ALL MEN WELCOME!

The Adult Bible Class, taught by Sylvia Evans, continues to meet on the 7th floor in Friendship House
and is well attended. A new class for all young women, college & career and singles has been formed.
Yovanny Pulcini will be the teacher. Janice Lotz and Evangeline Jiminez will be part of the teaching
team. The first class will begin on Sunday, March 7th, in the Quiet Room, 5th floor, 9:30 am.

We received a Congregational Assessment and Learning Experience Review from Rev. George W.
Bullard, Jr. , a result of the week end Congregational Assessment in January. When we have received
the Recommendations and Next Steps from Rev. Bullard, they will be reviewed in entirety with the
congregation.

Communion Offering for the month of March will be designated to Teen Challenge and for April it will
be designated to Children’s Haven.

Respectfully submitted,

Edna M. Jordal, Secretary of Church Council

ARISE BIBLE STUDY CLASS NEWS…

Sunday, March 28th ~ Following morning worship service, ARISE Bible Study Class will have the first monthly
fellowship luncheon. Every member of the class and anyone interested in joining the class is welcome to attend.
Lunch will be shared in the Quiet Room (# 514), 5th floor. Yovanny Pulcini , ARISE Class

MEN’S BIBLE STUDY

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
I am happy to announce that the Men’s Bible Study, meeting every Sunday morning at 9:30 am, is off to a
GREAT start! We are studying the Gospel of John. The men’s class is being team-taught by Francis Graham,
Montgomery Fraser and myself (on various Sundays). Class is taught on the first floor. Signs will indicate the
class location. We welcome all men, every Sunday morning from 9:30am until 10:15am for a challenging,
informative and spiritually uplifting discussion of God’s Holy word.
God bless you,
Geoff Hicks, Men’s Bible Study class
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March 2010
Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

1 2 3 *Fellowship 4 Organ Recital 5 6 Gospel Choir

Chipman Hall 5:30pm 12:15 - 12:30 pm Rehearsal
Converse Hall 10:00am - 12:30pm
Prayer & Bible Study Choir Rm ,7th fl
6:30p Chapel
Chancel Choir Rehearsal
7:30 pm Choir Room

7 Fellowship 8 9 10 *Fellowship 11 Organ Recital 12 13

Luncheon & Chipman Hall 5:30pm 12:15 - 12:30 pm
Assessment Converse Hall
Meeting Prayer & Bible Study
12:30 - 2 pm 6:30p Chapel
Chipman Hall
Choir Rehearsal
7:30pm Choir Room

14 15 16 17 *Fellowship 18 19 20 Gospel Choir

Chipman Hall 5:30pm Organ Recital Rehearsal
12:15 - 12:30 pm 10:00am - 12:30am
Prayer & Bible Study Converse Hall Choir Rm,7th fl
6:30p Chapel
Praise Band
Chancel Choir Rehearsal Rehearsal
7:30 pm Choir Room 12 - 2p

21 22 23 24 *Fellowship 25 26 27
TREMONT Chipman Hall 5:30pm Organ Recital
TEMPLE 12:15 - 12:30 pm Praise Band
COUNCIL Prayer & Bible Study Converse Hall Rehearsal
MEETING 6:30p Chapel 12 - 2p
6 pm Choir Rm,7th fl.
Friendship Hse. Chancel Choir Rehearsal
7:30 pm Choir Room
28 29 30 31
PALM SUNDAY
11 am
Converse Hall