FAMILY & FRIENDS DAY

It was hot out on the field during picnic time, but not too hot for the children to enjoy themselves in a friendly competition of a relay race, shone above as they lined up.

After the relay race, the children were ready to demonstrate their youthful strength in teamwork as they lined up for the tug of war game.

Every child on the winning team of each competition received a prize.  However, the best prize was when all of the children were told to line up for free ice cream of their choice, compliments of Trustee Shawn Venson.

REV. DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. DAY CELEBRATION 

 Minister Bruce Goldson, at podium, gives the keynote address "Now Is Not The Time To Lose Hope" at the annual celebration of the legacy of Dr. King held at the Macedonia Baptist Church of Ansonia and sponsored by the Ansonia Branch of the N.A.A.C.P.  Seated is Pastor Alfred L. Smith, Jr.  Other speakers to this well attended event included CT Sen. George Logan, R-Ansonia, Ansonia Mayor David Cassetti, N.A.A.C.P. Ansonia Branch #2000 President Gregory Johnson, Pastor of Williams Memorial Church of God in Christ Rev. Samuel Levey, and Pastor of First Baptist Church (Ansonia) Dr. John Hinson.  Church and City leaders are in discussions to place a bust of Dr. King at Gatison Park in Ansonia.  This story was covered by the New Haven Register and the Valley Independent Sentinel.

HONORING VETERANS OF THE UNITED STATES MILITARY

Appreciation Plaques were awarded to members who served in the United States Armed Forces to express our gratitude for their service.  (Left to Right) Trustee Ministry Chairman-John Stroman, Pastoral Staff Member-Minister Bruce Goldson, Missionary Cal Williams, Usher John "Billy" Gatison, Trustee Gregory Gatison, Sr.  (Also honored) Missionary Mae Brown, Trustee Bruce R. "Bobby" Goldson, Sr., and Brother Tyler Little.

COVID-19 VACCINATIONS

Missionary Godfrey Dewar receives his C-19 vaccine shot administered by Griffin Health Staff in the Macedonia Baptist Church Fellowship Hall.  Over one hundred residents have been fully vaccinated at MBC, and scheduled vaccinations will continue here to make a difference in the community.

The Hunger Awareness Ministry headed by Trustee Gregory Gatison, Sr. (wife Marie) sponsored a Community Food Drive which collected 795 pounds in food donations which in turn was donated to the Kathleen C.B. Samela Memorial Food Pantry at Christ Episcopal Church in Ansonia.

ORDINATION SERVICE for REVEREND BRUCE GOLDSON, JR.

Held at the Macedonia Baptist Church of Ansonia on June 26, 2022, Pastor James Newman, III, was the Guest Preacher.

The Offering Up of Prayer and the Laying On of Hands was facilitated by Reverend James Newman, III, Pastor of Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church of Norwalk, CT.  He is joined by (L-R) Reverend Brian Riley, Pastor of Clinton A.M.E. Zion Church of Ansonia, CT.  Bishop Elect Michael James from Abyssinia Freewill Baptist Church. of Mount Vernon, NY.  Reverend John Hinson, Pastor of First Baptist Church of Ansonia, CT.  Overseer Ophelia Smith, Pastor of Saint Andrews Tabernacle of Praise of Ansonia, CT.  Superintendent Edwards Barnes, Pastor of Greater Evangel Temple C.O.G.I.C. of Ansonia, CT.  Reverend Goldson, Pastor Newman.  Reverend Samuel Levey District Superintendent, Pastor of Williams Temple Outreach of Ansonia, CT.  Reverend Carleton Giles, Pastor of Zion First Baptist Church of Middletown, CT.

Reverend Goldson receives his Ordination Certificates from Pastor Giles who sat on the Ordination Council of the Connecticut State Missionary Baptist Convention, and also Presided over the Ordination Service.

ANNUAL BACK TO SCHOOL BREAKFAST

Deacon Ruth Barnett, Superintendent of the Church School which sponsored the Breakfast receives the Key to the City of Ansonia on behalf of the Macedonia Baptist Church from the President of the Board of Aldermen, Dr. Josh Shuart who authored the idea.  Mayor David S. Cassetti looks on.  Students received free school supplies as well as a free breakfast.

Rev. Bruce Goldson leads the congregation in corporate prayer.  The church that prays together stays together.

APRIL 2025-MASKS OPTIONAL

Each Sunday  - Morning Worship.  MBC is offering the option of worshiping upstairs in the sanctuary or downstairs in the Fellowship Hall watching the large screen.  Masks are optional.  Worshipers, family, and friends are encouraged to join us in-house, but can also call into the Morning Worship Teleconference Service for 10:30 AM. Line will open at 10:10 AM. 

Each Wednesday - Bible Study & Prayer Meeting.  Students, family, and friends can call into the Bible Study & Prayer Meeting Teleconference at 6:30 PM, line will open at 6:20 PM.

Each Thursday - Church School.  Students, family, and friends can call into the Church School Teleconference at 6:00 PM, line will open at 5:50 PM.

On Going - Winter Fuel Rally.  Fundraiser sponsored by the Trustee Ministry.  Any amount you donate will be appreciated.  Envelopes are available in the Fellowship Hall.

March 2nd - April 20th - Annual Gleener Rally.  Sponsored by the Gleener Committee.  You can give a Sacrificial Offering of $15.00 or more.  See any member of the Gleener Committee.

Friday April 4th - Diaconate Ministry Monthly Meeting.  To be held on the Teleconference Line at 12 Noon.  Line opens at 11:55 PM.

Saturday April 5th - Blackwell Missionary Ministry Monthly Meeting.  To be held in the Church Fellowship Hall at 12:00 Noon.

Saturday April 5th - Floral Ministry Meeting.  To be held in the Church Fellowship at 1:30 PM.

Sunday April 6th - Communion Sunday.  To be celebrated during Morning Worship.

Friday April 11th - Pastoral Installation Committee Meeting.  To be held in the Church Fellowship Hall at 5:30 PM.

Sunday April 13th - Palm Sunday.  Celebrate Christ's triumphant entry into Jerusalem with us, and begin this Holy Week in the House of the Lord.

Sunday April 13th - Baptism Sunday.  Please join us in celebrating this Ordinance of the New Testement Church.  Service will start at 9:30 AM Sharp.

Sunday April 13th - Hunger Awareness Sunday.  Please continue to donate, and thank you so very kindly.  The support color is orange.  The Scripture for the month is Proverbs 19:17.  If you help the poor, you are lending to the Lord; and HE will repay you. (NLT)

Friday April 18th - Good Friday.  Celebrate the sacrifice of Christ with gratitude.

Friday April 18th - Out Date.  Pastor Elect will be one of the Guest Preachers on The Seven Last Words presentation held at the Abyssinian Baptist Church of Mount Vernon, NY.  Service will start at 10:00 AM. 

Friday April 18th - Fish Fry.  Sponsored by MBC & James H. Wilkins Lodge #9.  To be held in the Church Fellowship Hall starting at 11:00 AM until sold out (around 3 PM) rain or shine.  Porgies or Whiting Dinners with string beans, potato salad, & sweet potato corn bread $15.00.  Porgies or Whiting Sandwiches $8.00.  Coconut Pineapple Pie or Chocolate Cake Desserts $3.00.  Soda or Water $1.00.  You can Dine In or Take Out.  For Early Call In Orders, please contact Brother Shawn at 203-231-3360. 

Saturday April 19th - CSMBC Annual Women's Retreat.  Sponsored by the Levite Association.  To be held at Friendship Missionary Baptist Church located at 26 Edwards Street in Hamden, CT.  The host Pastor & Preacher will be the Reverend Dr. Seesa Harris-Ellison.  Service starts at 9:00 AM.  Donation is $30.00.  See Deacon Barnett for tickets.  All of MBC is invited.

 Saturday April 12th - Free Dine-In Hot & Cold Community Breakfast, Plus Raffle.  To be held at the Assumption Church Hall, 61 North Cliff Street in Ansonia.  Face mask are optional.  Sponsored by the Assumption Church Social Justice Committee from 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM or until food runs out.  Breakfast To Go (Not Coffee) available 9:30-9:45 AM.  Also, blood pressure screening and gently used clothing available.   Master's Table Community Meals

ACSJC New Calendar Events: LENTEN SIMPLE MEAL - Served at Assumption Church Hall, 61 North Cliff Street, Fridays during Lent, March 7 through April 18, 6:00 to 6:50 PM.  Stations of the Cross, 7:00 PM in the Church.

FOOD TRUCK:  St. Mary's Church, 212 Elizabeth Street, Derby, CT.  Every 2nd & 4th Tuesday in the Church parking lot.  Please bring your own bag(s).

TBD - COVID-19 Vaccination.  The staff from the Griffin Hospital will provide the vaccinations in the Macedonia Baptist Church Fellowship Hall.  This operation is scheduled from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM.   

Sunday April 13th - Free Grab & Go Community Dinner.  Open to the public, No RSVP, Donations graciously accepted.  Time: 3:30-4:30 PM or until food runs out.  Location is Assumption Church Hall at 61 North Cliff Street, Ansonia.  Drive up meal pickup or come inside meal pickup or eat.  You may also browse the giveaway table.  Please enter parking lot between Church and School.  One meal per person.  No reentry.  No public restrooms available.  Cancellations of dinner are announced Thursday on wfsb.com and wtnh.com or Facebook or our voicemail at 203-732-7792.   Master's Table Community Meals 

Sunday TBD - Free Grab & Go Community Dinner.  Same info as above.   Master's Table Community Meals