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In the face of challenges and transition we will continue to look to Him, our Source and our Strength.<br /><br /> Sunday School classes are now scheduled from 8:15 &#8211; 9:15 a.m. This presents a challenge as the number of youth/children in attendance has dwindled significantly; however the Discipleship Institute, established to foster spiritual growth and maturity of UBC adults continues to grow. The Sunday School class is taught by Deacon Patricia Miller; the adult membership class is presided over by Deacon Victor Hill, the children/youth membership class is presided over by Deaconess Gwendolyn Edwards, and the Discipleship class is lead by Reverend Diane Wilson, Minister Michele Nelson and Deaconess Wanda Hill.<br /><br /> Vacation Bible School was held from June 22 &#8211; 26. Our theme this year was &#8220;The Jesus Chronicles: A Life Changing Encounter&#8221;. Deacon-In-Training Carolyn Perkins again provided wonderful leadership. We had seven classes ranging from pre-kindergarten to adult,. We averaged 79 students for the week, with the highest attendance on Thursday at 85 students. Also in attendance, were members from local churches, which included Grace Evangelical, United Methodist, New Beginnings Church, New Deliverance Outreach Ministries, and St. John&#8217;s Episcopal Church.<br /><br /> As congregational needs grew, two ministries were established in 2009: The Family Life Ministry and the Young Adult Ministry<br /><br /> The Young Adult Ministry (Y.A.M.), was established to foster and maintain the young adult presence within the church. Monique Carter currently heads the ministry. During 2009, the ministry held two &#8220;Real Talk&#8221; sessions, which provided an open forum for the members to discuss relevant topics comfortably, and confidently; members also participated in various social events. <br /><br /> 2009 Activities include the following:<br /> -Kingdom Investment Conference<br /> -Women&#8217;s Ministry Education Seminar<br /> -State Missionary Conference participation<br /> -Steppers and Junior/Intermediate Ushers&#8217; anniversaries<br /> -National Baptist Congress of Christian Education participation, Detroit MI<br /> -Women&#8217;s Ministry Weekend Retreat &#8211; September<br /> -Youth Outing-Whitney Young Youth Classic<br /> -Octoberfest<br /> -Youth Thanksgiving Mission Outreach Program<br /><br /> I would personally like to thank each of your for your continued support and commitment to the work of the Lord in this ministry.<br /><br /> Respectfully Submitted,<br /><br /> Tiffani Oliver-McKenzie, Chair </p><br /> <h2 id="DeaconM" >Deacon Ministry</h2> <p>We count it a joy to be able to support our Pastors and the entire Union Family. As servants within the Church, we continue to follow our Biblical mandate to assist in spiritual matters and in all other ways support our Pastor. <br /><br /> We prayerfully asked for strength to carry out our duties at this challenging yet exiting time in the life of our church. Of the many activities we conducted, listed below our some of the highlights.<br /><br /> " Conducted a Deacon Ministry workshop, where several churches participated, with Rev. Johnny Bush as the facilitator. <br /> " Provided communion to the sick and shut-in<br /> " Made countless visits to members and their families in the hospitals, convalescent, and nursing homes.<br /> " Worked arduously with the Trustees to maintain and improve membership information.<br /> " Supported the Youth Ministry in every way possible, knowing our youth are our future.<br /> " In conjunction with the Deaconess Ministry, hosted a special service for our long-term sick and shut-in members.<br /> " Were heavily involved in most ministries of the Church<br /> " Worked to support the Pastors in the development of Strategic Plans and Initiatives<br /> " Developed the Capital Campaign, Higher Ground<br /> " With prayer and leadership from our Pastor, Carolyn Perkins was ordained as a Deacon.<br /><br /> Our prayers for more servant leaders have been answered, as our two Deacons-In- Training ,Alexander Horner and Reginald Prudhomme, are being trained and exercised.<br /><br /> For the balance of 2010, we believe that He wants us to focus our efforts on the spiritual needs of the congregation and those who are lost.<br /><br /> We thank all of the other ministries and the congregation for their support and cooperation during this challenging year; we look forward to His continued blessings.<br /><br /> To God be the glory.<br /><br /> On behalf of all Deacons,<br /><br /> William S. Callion, Jr. - Chair<br /> Herbert Davis, Jr. - Vice Chair<br /> Clark Buford, Jr. - Treasurer<br /> Ronyl Juleau - Secretary<br /><br /> <b>Deacons</b><br /> Arthur Birthwright<br />Richard Dixon, III<br />James Edwards<br />Terry Evans<br />Ronald Hemphill, Sr.<br /> Victor Hill<br />Alexander Horner*<br />Elton Inabinett<br />Robert King<br />Omri Lavine<br />Birteal Lewis<br /> Patricia Billie Miller<br />Roosevelt Mitchell<br />Carolyn Perkins<br />Michael Pollard<br />Reginald Prudhomme*<br />James Pryor<br /> Thomas Smith<br />Rodney Thomas<br />Sulani Watkins<br /><br /> *Deacon-in-Training<br /></p> <h2 id="TrusteeM" >Trustee Ministry</h2> <p>Giving All Praise and Honor to Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, and Expressing Appreciation to Our Church Family, Senior Pastor Reverend Dr. Robert W. Perry, Assistant Pastor Reverend Leroy Parker, the Clergy, Deacon Ministry, and all of our Ministries and Members, we are pleased to submit this report for the 2009 calendar year on behalf of the Trustees of Union Baptist Church<br /><br /> We are thankful to the guidance received from the Pastor, Assistant Pastor, Deacon Callion, Trustees Emeritus Joseph Baskin and Edmond Davis and many others whose experience in our church operations and support to the Trustee Ministry have been very valuable. This past year has witnessed the further development of our Pastor&#8217;s vision of an ever growing church, and the continued evolution of our Programs and Ministries. As well, we continue to serve as a community resource. As we look ahead to 2010 we will need to place increased emphasis on acting on our UBC vision, achieving membership growth, and transforming applicable church programs, operations, and general management.<br /><br /> We can report to you that our church and its operations are in good order. This past year had more than the normal set of challenges. As we all know, the state of the economy became very difficult in multiple ways including investment turmoil, companies in trouble and jobs lost. Yet by the Grace of God UBC was able to manage through the year and we were blessed. As you will note in our financial reports, we received less, expended less, solved for a number of financial concerns as was necessary, and have had to make the necessary and important choices and changes for 2010 in our budgets. We will reevaluate at mid-year should further changes be necessary.<br /><br /> <b>We highlight the following accomplishments for 2009:</b><br /> High Utilization of our Church Facilities for Programs, Ministries, and Member Use and Special Events<br /> High Utilization of our sound and video equipment and capabilities<br /> Repairs and Improvements to the UBC Physical Facility, more than in certain years<br /> Continued Maintenance and Cleaning of facilities, kitchen, carpets, and high use areas<br /> Improvements to the Boiler facilities and to the thermostat operation of the AC & Heating<br /> Further Elimination of Water Leaks where applicable<br /> Readiness of the Pepperidge Rental Property for new tenants<br /> Effective Use of Budgeted Expenses although income was less than planned<br /><br /> <b>With your continued support our goals for 2010:</b><br /> Required Maintenance and Capital Improvements<br /> Further drainage remediation<br /> Increased stewardship in support of church operations, facility improvements, and debt reduction<br /><br /> These are but a few of the many areas in which we will move during 2010.<br /><br /> Once again we recognize that we were not alone in the effort of &#8220;Kingdom Building&#8221; and we recognize others on the frontline making it all work. So a special thank you to our office and custodial staff, and those you do not see&#8230;, Bookkeeper, Adrienne Roberson, Finance Chair, Evangelean Wright, and Vice-Chair, Janice Major, the entire team of finance members; and to member volunteers, we say thank you for all you do. <br /><br /> We acknowledge and offer our thanks to all of the Trustees for their service and in particular to those that completed a term this past year. It is with great appreciation that we acknowledge the commitment and service of Trustees Rosa Davis-Gallaher, Eddie Messenger, Carolyn Miller, and Annie Summerville-McAllister who have been such wonderful contributors to the Trustee Ministry. Please accept our heartfelt thanks for all that you have done.<br /><br /> We look forward to continued service to the Union Baptist Church Family and further progress of our Church, its spiritual mission and vision, and community support.<br /><br /> Gregg DeMar - Chair<br /> Sandra Greer - Vice-Chair<br /> Darryl Branch - Treasurer<br /><br /> Jesse Baker II<br />Bruce Hubbard<br />Annie Summerville-McAllister<br /> Rosa Davis-Gallaher<br />Carolyn Miller<br />David Tapscott<br /> Dennis Hope<br />Freddy Smith-Morton<br />Regina Winters<br /> </p> <div style="text-align:center" ><h2 id="AssimilationM" >Assimilation Ministry</h2><br />"Opening the Front Door - Closing the Back Door"<br /><br /> <div style="font-size:smaller">DISCIPLESHIP</div> <img alt="Ministry" src="images/MinistryDiagram.png" style="height: 144px"/></div> <div style="text-align:center; font-size:smaller">EVANGELISM</div><br /> <div style="text-align:center">Logo Adopted from Purpose Driven Life Rick Warren</div><br /> <p><b>Officers</b><br /><br /> Minister Randall Woodson<br />Deacon Omri Lavine<br /> Minister George Daniels<br />Sister Fonda Brown<br /> Deacon Herbert Davis, Jr.<br />Sister Adrienne Roberson<br /><br /> <b>Description</b><br /><br /> The Assimilation Ministry was started by Dr. Robert W. Perry in April of 2007 in an attempt to help new members feel at home at Union Baptist Church by incorporating them into the life, the emotion and the ministry of this congregation. <br /><br /> <b>Mission</b><br /><br /> The mission of the Assimilation Ministry of the Union Baptist Church, with commitment to the Pastor's Vision for the church, and in adherence to the Mission of Union Baptist Church, is to help new members move from simply attending, to developing programs, to encourage those desiring to be members at UBC family to be plugged in, build relationships, and quickly become an integral and active part of the body.<br /><br /> <b>New Member Assimilator</b><br /><br /> The new member assimilator is responsible for welcoming new members, providing information, helping them feel at home and bonding them to church through relationship.<br /><br /> <b>Biblical Foundation</b><br /><br /> Then they that gladly received his word were baptized: and the same day there were added unto them about three thousand souls. And they continued steadfastly in the apostles' doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, and in prayers. And fear came upon every soul: and many wonder and signs were done by the apostles. And all that believed were together, and had all things common; and sold their possessions and goods, and parted them to all men, as every man had need. And they continuing daily with one accord in the temple, and breaking bread from house to house, did eat their meat with gladness and singleness of heart. Praising God, and having favour with all the people. And the Lord added to the church daily such as should be saved. Acts 2:41-47<br /><br /> Having then gifts differing according to grace that is given to us, whether prophecy, let us prophesy according to the proportion of faith; or ministry, let us wait on our ministering; or he that teacheth on teaching; or he that exhorteth, on exhortation, he that giveth, let him do it with simplicity; he that ruleth, with diligence; he that showeth mercy with cheerfulness. Romans 12:6-8 '<br /><br /> <b>Accomplishments</b><br /><br /> Attended Formal Training classed taught by Rev. Leroy G. Parker<br /> Actively kept in touch with New Members for the first 6 months of membership<br /> Assisted Members with Assimilation process into the Church<br /><br /> Respectfully Submitted,<br /> Minister Randall Woodson<br /> </p> <h2 id="DeaconessM" >Deaconess Ministry</h2> <p><b>ELECTED OFFICERS FOR 2010</b><br /> Gwendolyn T. Edwards - President<br /> Betty Ingram - Vice-President<br /> Barbara Hemphill - Secretary<br /> Betty Matthews - Treasurer<br /> Princess Lavine - Chaplain<br /><br /> <b>DEACONESS MINISTRY MEMBERSHIP</b><br /> June Augmon-Buford<br />Lavern Robinson<br /> Melvina Callion*<br />Bobbi Davis<br /> Mattie Drakeford<br />Margaret Smith<br /> Naderge Poulard-Juleau<br />Sandra Pryor<br /> Beverly King*<br />Carol Thomas<br /> Anne Marie Daniels<br />Princess Lavine<br /> Wanda Hill<br />Lagretta Mitchell<br /> Gwendolyn Jordan<br />Carolyn Evans<br /> Monica Watkins<br />Cynthia Inabinett<br /><br /> * Leave of absence<br /><br /> <b>MINISTRY DESCRIPTION</b><br /><br /> The Deaconess Ministry works hand-in-hand with the Deacon Ministry. Together, the Diaconate serves at the pleasure of the Pastor and strives to assist the Pastor and the Assistant Pastor to carry out the Pastor&#8217;s vision, church programs and policies.<br /><br /> We also assist the Deacons in the care of the church family. <br /><br /> We serve monthly in the two great ordinances of the Baptist church, baptism and the Lord&#8217;s Supper. We prepare the communion table as well as the portable communion kits used by the Pastor and the Deacons in serving our sick and homebound members. <br /><br /> We prepare the candidates for baptism each first Sunday by making sure that enough baptism supplies are on hand. We also ensure that the Pastor and his assistant have the necessary baptism supplies. We do all that we can to ensure this part of the service goes as smoothly as possible.<br /><br /> <b>2009 ACCOMPLISHMENTS</b><br /> The Deaconess assisted the Pastor and Deacons in the first Wednesday night baptism and Right Hand of Fellowship service.<br /> The Deaconess worked with the Deacon to coordinate the first annual Joint Deacon/Deaconess Day with Faith Tabernacle Missionary Baptist Church.<br /> The Deaconess accompanied the Deacons on regular visits to the sick and shut in.<br /> The Deaconess worked with the Deacons in sponsoring our Annual Sick and Shut-in Service and Luncheon for our sick and homebound members of the church.<br /> The Deaconess Ministry participated in the Angel Tree holiday gift drive.<br /> The Deaconess Ministry teamed up with the Children and Youth choirs to go Christmas caroling at local nursing homes and the homes of several individual sick and shut in members.<br /> The Deaconess Ministry continued our regular group bible study at our monthly meetings.<br /><br /> <b>2010 GOALS & FOCUSES</b><br /> The Deaconess Ministry will spearhead the 2010 Women&#8217;s Day celebration.<br /> The Deaconess Ministry will sponsor a luncheon for the sick and shut-in members of the church.<br /> The Deaconess Ministry will strive to grow in our faith and understanding of God&#8217;s word by caring for his people.<br /> The Deaconess will strive to dutifully carry out our assigned duties and will assist when and where we are needed.<br /><br /> </p> <h2 id="DorcasM" >Dorcas Home And Foreign Missionary Ministry</h2><br /> "Therefore, my beloved brethren, be ye steadfast, unmovable. always abounding in the work of the Lord, for as much as ye know that your labor is not in vain in the Lord.&#8221;<br /><br /> <b>2010 OFFICERS</b><br /> President &#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;Sister Ishray Jones-Tarver<br /> Vice President&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;.Sister Renee Blackmon<br /> Secretary&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;.Sister Blanche Sumpter<br /> Assistant Secretary&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;.&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;Sister Mollye Fortt<br /> Treasurer&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;.Sister Gloriaetta Summons<br /> Chaplain&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;..&#8230;Sister Mary Humphrey<br /> Assistant Chaplain&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;&#8230;..Sister Gerda Durant<br /><br /> <b>ACCOMPLISHMENTS IN 2009</b><br> Prepared and served dinner for the women at St. Luke&#8217;s Shelter every second Tuesday of each month<br> Preparation of the palms for distribution on Palm Sunday Service<br> Preparation and distribution of Thanksgiving baskets to needy families<br> Monthly support to Laura G. Shular Christian Pre-School in Trinidad<br> Visitation to sick and shut-in<br> Added two new, dedicated members to the ministry: Sister Monique Christie and Sister Janice Major<br><br /> <b>GOALS FOR 2010</b><br /> Concentrate on administering to our homebound, nursing home members and others<br /> Working on our own inadequacies in order that we may be a blessing to all people &#8211; not just those in our personal circles.<br /> Membership Drive<br /><br /> Respectfully Submitted,<br /><br /> Sister Ishray Jones-Tarver, President<br /> Sister Renee Blackmon, Vice President<br /><br /> <h2 id="GreetersM" >Greeters' Ministry</h2><br /> <b>ROMANS 12:6</b><br /> <i>Having then gifts differing according to the grace that is given to us, let us use them.</i><br /><br /> The Greeters Ministry is proud to present that we have grown from 15 greeters to 38 active greeters.<br /><br /> We assist at other Church events when needed; and are always available when asked by any ministry within our Church. Our goal is to reach each person including our members that walks through our doors with a friendly smile and a warm hardy welcome!<br /><br /> <b>OBJECTIVES FOR 2009</b><br /><br /> <i>Visit the sick and shut-in.<br /> Perform some community work.<br /> Volunteer our time at the church when needed.<br /> Seek more Male Greeters within our Ministry.<br /><br /> </i> The Greeters Ministry joined the Dorcas Home and Foreign Missionary Ministry for their Annual Missionary Candlelight Service on May 31. We were asked to carry a candle for one our deceased members, Sister Diane Johnson.<br /><br /> We are proud to announce that we have over succeeded our 2009 objectives along with add-ons below:<br /> Fed St. Luke's Women Shelter in December 2009<br /> Participated in Stamford&#8217;s Food Fund Raiser project for lower Fairfield County held on Saturday April 11, 2009.<br /> Sister Blanche Sumpter and Brother Harry Bethea volunteered at the Stamford Hospital with the sick and shut in; Sister Viola Clark volunteered on November 10 at Courtland Garden. The feedback from both places was very positive. <br /><br /> <b>MISSION STATEMENT</b><br /><br /> Our mission in the Greeters Ministry is to encourage and enrich the lives of each person entering the doors of Union Baptist Church by welcoming them in a positive and friendly manner.<br /><br /> Our Ministry meets the second Saturday of each month @ 9:30 am<br /><br /> Respectfully Submitted,<br /><br /> Joe Ann Watts, President<br /> Marjorie Bennett, Vice President<br /><br /> <h2 id="Helping HandM" >Helping Hand Ministry</h2> <b>Look Up and Not Down<br /> Look Out and Not In<br /> Look Forward and Not Backwards<br /> Look Forward and Not Backwards</b><br /><br /> The Helping Hand Ministry gives Glory and Honor to God Almighty. We continually pray for wisdom, understanding and guidance, as we enter into the upcoming year 2010.<br /><br /> <b>The Following Helping Hand Ministry Activities Took Place This 2009 Calendar year:</b><br /><br /> March..........Monetary donation to the Pastor&#8217;s 36th Anniversary<br /> June...........Celebrated the 39th Anniversary of the Helping Hand Ministry<br /> July...........Celebrated a luncheon with our First Lady Odessa Perry<br /> August.........Presented &#8220;Men about Town&#8221; fashion show and luncheon<br /> September......Assisted Deacons and Deaconesses with the annual Sick and Shut in Communion<br /> November.......Donation to the Church&#8217;s 121st Anniversary<br /> Monthly Thinking......of you cards sent to the Sick and Shut in<br /><br /> <b>The Following Officers will remain in place through 2010:</b><br /><br /> <b>Officers for 2008-2010</b><br /> President: Evelyn Bethea<br /> Vice President: Noemy Ligon<br /> Secretary: Joan Blue<br /> Assistant Secretary: Sarah Brown<br /> Treasurer: Cynthia Greenhill<br /> Financial Secretary: Jimmie Harrison<br /> Chaplain: Catherine Thomas<br /> Sergeant-at-Arms: Marlene Edwards<br /> Travel Coordinator:<br /> Historian:<br /><br /> <b>Members</b><br /> Jacquelyn Anderson*<br /> Jessie Boyd<br /> Sondra Durant<br /> Cynthia Inabinett<br /> Odessa Perry*<br /> Lilly Ragsdale<br /> Ina Winn*<br /><br /> *denotes on leave<br /><br /> Respectfully Submitted,<br /><br /> Evelyn Bethea, President<br /><br /> <h2 id="SeniorM" >Senior Ushers' Ministry</h2><br /> The Senior Ushers Ministry praises God for His Grace and Mercies. In 2009, our membership increased by seven new members and three inactive members were reinstated to the ministry. That was truly a blessing from God.<br /><br /> The Ushers Annual Sermon on the fourth Sunday in July was successful. We invited 55 churches and over 45 churches fellowshipped with us at our annual sermon.<br /><br /> We had four delegates attend the 92nd Ushers Benevolent Convention hosted by our home Church, Union Baptist on Thursday, June 25 and Friday, June 26, 2009.<br /><br /> We are actively recruiting ten new members for 2010. For 2010 we are also expecting great miracles and a more prayerful ministry. We are always willing to support any Church ministry when needed. Our mission is to do our best to serve the Church with a pure heart without offending anyone that has entered into the House of the Lord.<br /><br /> <b>2010 Officers:</b><br /> <b>President</b>: Brother Rutherford Melvin<br /> <b>Vice President</b>: Deacon Elton Inabinett*<br /> <b>Secretary</b>: Sister Carolyn D. Joyner<br /> <b>Assistant Secretary</b>: Sister Thelster Holmes<br /> <b>Correspondence Secretary</b>: Sister Donna Burton<br /> <b>Assistant Correspondence Secretary</b>: Sister Stephanie Barr<br /> <b>Sick Committee Chair</b>: Sister Maxine Vann<br /> <b>Assistant Sick Committee Chair</b>: Sister Mary Dye<br /> <b>Assistant Sick Committee Chair</b>: Sister Blanche Johnson<br /> <b>Treasurer</b>: Sister Shirley Baskin<br /> <b>Mother</b>: Sister Catherine Nelson<br /> <b>Chaplain</b>: Deacon Roosevelt Mitchell*<br /> <b>Assistant Chaplain</b>: Sister Jessie Simmons<br /><br /> *Assigned Deacon:<br /> Deacon Ronald Hemphill, Sr.<br /><br /> Respectfully Submitted,<br /><br /> Rutherford Melvin, President<br /><br /> <h2 id="WomensM" >Women's Ministry</h2><br /> The Women's Ministry is led by a council of twelve women who organize and lead the activities of the ministry. In 2009 we were able to offer the following events and activities: a Saturday morning Walking Group, a Book Club, a bus outing to New York City and our Annual Weekend Retreat. We also hosted a baby shower for the wife of our Assistant Pastor, Mrs. Mistee Parker.<br /><br /> The mission of the Women's Ministry is to bring together the women of the church to nurture in Christian fellowship. Through this fellowship they should find improvement in their emotional, physical, and spiritual lives.<br /><br /> <b>Members of the Council for 2009</b><br /> Natasha Alford<br />Juanita Glenn<br /> Valerie Baker<br />Cynthia Greenhill<br /> Evelyn Bethea<br />Sandra Hardison<br /> Marilyn Boulware-Hewlett<br />Dr. Pamela Jackson<br /> Sarah Brown<br />Deacon Birteal Lewis<br /> Shylethia Brown<br />Mistee Parker<br /><br /> We encourage all the women of the church to be involved in the Women's Ministry by attending the meetings, volunteering for committees and participating in the activities. They are encouraged to contact any member of the council for more information.<br /><br /> Respectfully submitted,<br /><br /> W. Mae Keyes<br /> Co-Chair Adult Ministry<br /><br /> <h2 id="Youth&ChildrensM" >Youth & Children's Ministry</h2><br /> The Union Baptist Youth and Children's Ministry was blessed with a prosperous year. Every 2nd Sunday the Youth and Intermediate Usher Ministry was joyfully on duty to serve the Lord. On the 4th Sunday of each month, the Youth and Children&#8217;s Choirs took the musical lead in the Worship Service, and youth participated in all aspects of the program. During Children/Youth Bible Study on Wednesday evenings, Reverend Leroy G. Parker, Assistant Pastor, enhanced young minds with marvelous teachings in the Word of God.<br /><br /> <img alt="Youth & Children's Ministry" src="images/Y&ChildrenM.png" style= "width: 563px;" /><br /><br /> Respectfully Submitted,<br /><br /> Crystal C. Perry<br /><br /> <h2 id="MensC">Men's Choir</h2><br /> The Men's Choir was organized over thirty-two years ago to proclaim the word of God through various forms of musical renditions. A decision was made to cease the funding of the choir because of the economic dilemma that we are experiencing presently in our society. The director and the members of the choir decided to continue to function as a group on a voluntary basis because we feel that it has served a vital role in our church ministry. Our purpose is to provide the gospel through song to the members and friends of our congregation each second Sunday morning during the Worship Service. We also sing at other churches in the metropolitan area, and at various community forums to represent our church. We participated in the following events/activities during the past year <p>The Mass Choir </p> <p>The Men's Day Picnic</p> <p>The Annual Men s Concert at Union when we celebrated our thirty-second year of singing as a choir</p> Fall Revival at Union.<br /><br /> The Communion Service provided for the sick and shut-in members of Union. Octoberfest<br /> The Angel Tree Ministry Project<br /><br /> <p>The Choir has never had elected officers since its inception over thirty-two years ago, and a majority of the original choir members are still actively involved with the group. We look forward to continuing the mission which was started many years ago, and are very happy to welcome new members. We rehearse each Monday evening before the second Sunday at 7:30 P.M.</p> Respectfully Submitted,<br /><br /> Dan Williams, Director<br /><br /> <h2 id="SanctuaryC">Sanctuary Choir</h2><br /> Mission Statement:  We are here to serve God, our Lord and Savior. We come to exalt His precious name in songs with praise and worship, preparing souls for the Word of God in the Pastor s message. We want to reach all facets of the congregation and win souls for God through the ministry of song and music. <p>Praise the Lord! God is truly wonderful and He has blessed us as we progress through 2009. We thank Him for all that He has done thus far and what He will do in 2010. We will continue to focus on the Lord as we praise His name in song.</p> <p><b>Listed below are the Sanctuary Choir s Highlights/Accomplishments:</b><br /> Rendered music at Temple Sinai, Stamford, CT (1/23/09)<br /> Participated with the Mass Choir for Pastor s Anniversary (3/15, 22, 29/09)<br /> Rendered music at the Judah Service at Union Baptist Church (4/5/09)<br /> Sanctuary Choir participated at the Good Friday Service at Union Baptist Church (4/10/09)<br /> Easter/Sunrise Cantata Service, following with breakfast at Union Baptist Church (4/12/09)<br /> Sanctuary Choir participated with Mass Choir in Resurrection Sunday (4/12/09)<br /> Sanctuary Choir on duty for Pre-Convention Concert (CSMBC) (5/3/09)<br /> Sanctuary Choir rendered music in the Stamford Police Dept Memorial Service (5/6/09)<br /> Sanctuary Choir participated in the Memorial Service for Sister Michele Hilton s mother at Bethel A.M.E. Church, Stamford, CT (5/15/09)<br /> Sanctuary Choir participated with the Mass Choir for Pastor Perry s sabbatical return (9/6/09) <br /> A few Sanctuary Choir members of the choir participated in a Choir Workshop at Faith Congregational Church, Hartford, CT (9/11-12/09) <br /> Sanctuary Choir rendered music for Shiloh Baptist Church, Norwalk, CT in celebration of its Pastor s First Anniversary (9/13/09)<br /> Sanctuary Choir celebrated its 37th Anniversary in Concert (9/27/09)<br /> Sanctuary Choir participated with the Mass Choir for Union s 121st Anniversary (10/11 & 18/09)<br /> Sanctuary Choir accompanied Rev. Perry to New Hope Baptist Church, New Haven, CT (10/23/09)<br /> Sanctuary Choir rendered music at Grace Baptist 117th Anniversary in Norwalk, CT (11/15/09) <br /> Sanctuary Choir participated with the Mass Choir in the New Year s Eve Service (12/31/09)<br /></p> <p>We were blessed with two new members, Deaconess Barbara Hemphill and Brother Donald Louis. However, with our blessing we still had sadness within the Sanctuary Choir. Our heavenly Father called home two of His daughters: Sisters Mary Evans and Rebecca Powell. Though they were absent from the choir due to illness, they were certainly a blessing with their many talents and they are truly missed.</p> <p>The Sanctuary Choir loves the Lord and considers it an honor and privilege to be able to  preach the mighty powerful Word of God in song. We thank Him for blessing us with the melodious voices that He has given to each of us in the choir. We thank Him for the dedicated director, Brother Louis Gibson. We pray for continued strength, and we ask God to send more dedicated/melodious voices to this ministry!!</p> <b>2010 Officers:</b><br /> President.......Sister Kimberly White-Nieves<br /> Financial.......Secretary Sister Gloriaetta Summons<br /> Vice President..Sister Mildred Hudson<br /> Assistant Secretary..Trustee Rosa Davis-Gallaher<br /> Secretary.......Sister Blanche Sumpter Chaplain<br /> Deaconess.......Barbara Hemphill<br /> <p>Respectfully submitted,</p> Sister Mary E. Miller<br />President<br /><br /> <h2 id="UbcGospelC">UBC Gospel Choir</h2> <p>The year of 2009 has been another exciting year for the UBC Gospel Choir. Under the direction of Elder Colon Haywood, Jr., the Choir has continued to expand its musical repertoire by incorporating contemporary music with traditional gospel while keeping as a top priority praising the Lord. During 2009, the choir assisted with songs of worship during each 1st, 2nd and 4th Sunday worship service.</p> <p>As in past years, the high points of the year have been the celebration of our Anniversary Concert  2009 marked 36 years  Theme:  GOD Is My Shield  , Scripture: Psalm 3:1-6. Mother s Day was celebrated with Mother s Day  Rose pins provided by the UBC Gospel Choir. We thought it was a beautiful sight to see all Mothers with the Mother s Day  Rose near their hearts and throughout the year. As a result of the Choir s dedication to the LORD and willingness to serve, the above events were successful and blessed the Union Baptist Church Family and Community.</p> <p>Additionally, the UBC Gospel Choir was favored with numerous engagements; some of which Reverend Perry delivered the  Word and others were simply to lift up the Lord in song. A few of these worship experiences included: Come As You Are Community of Faith (CCOF)  3rd Anniversary, New Hope Baptist Church, Faith Tabernacle Missionary Baptist Church  1st Combined Union Baptist Church and Faith Tabernacle Missionary Baptist Church Deacon and Deaconess Day.</p> <p>During 2009, active membership totaled approximately 40 members. The UBC Choir continued to embrace the mission of giving the Lord our best. We operate with the following principle:  If a ministry for the Lord is worth our service, it is also worthy of our very best effort using our God-given talent. May our lives be dedicated so that God alone will receive the honor and glory . During 2010, we will align with the Church s theme of S.E.T. T.I.M.E. as we strive to bring souls to Christ through our ministry of singing songs of praise;  & whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God.... I Corinthians 10:31</p> <b>2010 and 2011 Officers:</b><br /> Darryl A. Branch.& & & .& & .& & & .& & & & & & & .President<br /> Paula Jones& & ...& & & .& & & & & .& & & & & .Vice President<br /> Paula M. Cardwell& & & & .& & & & ...& & & & & & & Secretary<br /> Monique Christie..& & & .& & & & ...& & & ...Assistant Secretary<br /> Carmekea McClendon& & & & .& .& & .& & & & & & ..Treasurer<br /> Carol Ragsdale& & & & & & ...& & & & & & ..Financial Secretary<br /> Alice Gross.& & & & & ...& & & & & & & & & .Sergeant-at-Arms<br /> Deacon Omri Lavine...& & ...& ...& & & & & & & & & & .Chaplain<br /> Trustee Ann Summerville-McAllister..& & & & & & & ...Historian<br /> <p>Respectfully Submitted,</p> Darryl A. 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