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Upcoming Events
1.24.12 -TNT/Hour of Power Bible Study
_ Noon & 6:15pm - Sanctuary (Adults)
- MARKE Youth Church (Youth)
1.24 -27.12 - Mt Calvary Missionary and Educational Association
_6:30pm at Mt Ephraim Baptist Church (all are invited)
1.29.12 - Sunday Morning Worship Service (Tribal Sunday)
_ 7:15, & 11:45am - Sanctuary
(ONLY 2 Worship Services)
_ 9:30 - Joint Suday Church School - Sanctuary
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Sunday Morning Worship : 7:15, 9:30 & 11:45 a.m. Tuesday Evenings Bible Study 6:15 p.m.
Welcome to The Greater Piney Grove Baptist Church Online Experience. For nearly 100 years our church has been doing great ministry. Our site has been designed to make your online experience easy and enjoyable. We invite you to one of our live worship services where i can greet and minister to you personally, again Welcome to The Grove!
Dr. William E. Flippin, Sr. Senior Pastor
Featured News
Join The Grove at the Mt Calvary Missionary and Educational Association Winter Conference
January 24th - 27th
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Weekly Schedule of Prayer 6:00 a.m.Early Morning "LIVE" prayer line: Call (218) 339-4600 x456342 (7 days a week)
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In Articles: Be blessed as Pastor William E. Flippin, Jr. give an enlightning interview for Day 1 radio.
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Kingdom Konnected: Here is your oppurtunity to donate volunteer service hours to our ministry.
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Worship Times: Sunday Morning Worship : 7:15, 9:30 & 11:45 a.m. Tuesday Night Hour of Power Worship: 6:15 p.m.
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What to Expect
Welcome to The Greater Piney Grove Baptist Church "The Church With Helping Hands" for nearly 100 years our church has been doing great ministry. When you are at The Grove expect to find yourself in a welcoming environment that will allow you to experience real community and have the freedom to worship. We have convenient, reserved parking located near the front entrance for our first-time guests. Our greeters, ushers and pastors will be glad to help you find a Christian Education class or simply find a seat for the worship service.
The Grove has something for everyone in your family.
Babies/Toddlers:
Your babies and toddlers will find a welcoming and caring nursery staff as part of our secure Babes In Christ Ministry (Ages 0-4).
Chidren:
Your children will enjoy our Next Generation Children’s Ministry where they’ll learn about salvation through Jesus Christ while having lots of fun in age-appropriate environments. (Ages 5-11)
Visit our Childrens Ministry Page
Youth:
Your teenagers will love our relevant, exciting and high energy M.A.R.K.E. Youth Ministry. Where they have a complete worship and praise experience on thier level. (Ages 12-17)
Visit our Youth Ministry Page
Adults:
And we pray you will find a personal blessing in our worship services. Sunday services are at 7:15, 9:30 and 11:45 am in our main sanctuary. Tuesday Bible Study is at 12 noon and our Tuesday Night Woship is at 6:15 pm in the main sanctuary. Sunday School for all ages is each Sunday Morning at 9:30 am
You will recieve a special visitors packet and gift just to say thank you for visiting The Greater Piney Grove Baptist Church. You are always able to view our worship services, bible study and special upcoming events streaming live here at our website in the "Media"section.
OUR HISTORY
STATEMENT OF FAITH
OUR STAFF
TIMES AND DIRECTIONS
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Our History
GROVE HISTORY
1914 - Present
“The Greater Piney Grove Baptist Church is structured around a five pillar ministry of Missions, Fellowship, Evangelism, Teaching and Worship. Rich in our History & Heritage, we embrace our mission ‘to be distinguished by our words and our deeds as the Church With Helping Hands’. Our vision ‘In this Church you can be Redeemed, Reconciled, Restored, and Revived” is shown through our Ambassador staff, various ministries, and community sharing & caring programs.’
From 1914 The Piney Grove Baptist Church was organized The first pastor was Rev. Jenkins. The church began in a three room house located on Bell Street in the northeastern section of Atlanta. Rev. Jenkins served the church for 3 years. the second Pastor was Rev James D. Sims. He led the church to a new location at 101 Boulevard in 1939. He served as Pastor for 21 years before his death. Rev. A.R. Barnette was called to pastor the church in November 1941. He served for 14 years and resigned to return to his natve Tennessee in November 1955.
In March 1956, Rev. Fank Jones become the fourth pastor of the church. The name of the church was changed to
"The Greater Piney Grove Baptist Church,"
and weekly Sunday services were instituted. Under Rev Jones' leadership, the church was relocated to 1879 Glenwood Avemue, SE and occupied a larger edifice. Rev. Jones brought many improvements to the church, and served it faithfully for 33 years until his death in September 1989.
In 1990, Rev. William E. Flippin, Sr. became the fifth Pastor of the chruch. The membership has grown in excess of 7000 and is still growing. There are three Sunday morning worship services. 7:30 Traditional ( Lifting what we know, love, value, and appreciate about being “black” Baptist.) 9:30 Contemporary (An effort to reach the 18-45 age group) Sermon and song to encourage and allow expressive worship in a congregational fashion. Song and sermon should deal with family values; marriage; rearing kids, career choices. 11:30 Evangelistic – We will keep this at 90 minutes, but if the spirit says so, there is no time restraint. This will be a soul winning/soul seeking service. Good live singing and moving preaching. Power packed from beginning to end.”
Several ministries have been developed under the wonderful leadership of Pastor Flippin. These ministries hae added much to the spiritual atmosphere of the church. God has given Pastor Flippin the vision for this church. realizing that he cannot fulfill the vision alone, the following support staff hs been put in place to help carry out the vision: A Ministerial staff, a Clerical staff, Administrative and other support staff.
The church continues to grow as God adds daily, such as should be saved . Because of the faithfulness of God and the commitment of our members, on Sunay January 19, 2003, we placed another landmark in the life of our church. The burning of a mrtgage in excess of $1,000,000.00 on the William E. Flippin, Sr. Family Life Center became a reality in halp the time anticipated.
OUR HISTORY
STATEMENT OF FAITH
OUR STAFF
TIMES AND DIRECTIONS
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Statement of Faith
STATEMENT OF FAITH
What we believe
About God
God is the Creator and Ruler of the universe. He has eternally existed in three personalities: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. These three are co-equal and are one God.
Genesis 1:1, 26-27; 3:22; Psalm 90:2; Matthew 28:19; I Peter 1:2; II Corinthians 13:14
About Jesus Christ
Jesus Christ was born of a virgin. He is the Son of God and is co-equal with the Father. Jesus lived a sinless human life and offered Himself as the perfect sacrifice for the sins of all people by dying on a cross. He arose from the dead after three days to demonstrate His power over sin and death. He ascended to Heaven's glory and will return again someday to earth to reign as King of Kings, and Lord of Lords.
Matthew 1:22,23; Isaiah 9:6; John 1:1-5, 14:10-30; Hebrews 4:14,15; I Corinthians 15:3,4; Romans 1:3,4; Acts 1:9-11; I Timothy 6:14,15; Titus 2:13
About the Holy Spirit
The Holy Spirit is co-equal with the Father and the Son of God. He is present in the world to make men aware of their need for Jesus Christ. He also lives in every Christian from the moment of salvation. He provides the Christian with power for living, understanding of spiritual truth, and guidance in doing what is right. He gives every believer a spiritual gift when they are saved. As Christians we seek to live under His control daily.
II Corinthians 3:17; John 16:7-13, 14:16,17; Acts 1:8; I Corinthians 2:12, 3:16; Ephesians 1:13, 5:18; Galatians 5:25
About the Bible
The Bible is God's Word to us. It was written by human authors, under the supernatural guidance of the Holy Spirit. It is the supreme source of truth for Christian beliefs and living. Because it is inspired by God, it is the truth without any mixture of error.
II Timothy 3:16; II Peter 1:20,21; II Timothy 1:13; Psalm 119:105, 160, 12:6; Proverbs 30:5
About Human Beings
People are made in the spiritual image of God, to be like Him in character. People are the supreme object of God's creation. Although every person has tremendous potential for good, all of us were born with a sin nature and are marred by an attitude of disobedience toward God called "sin". This attitude separates people from God and causes many problems in life.
Genesis 1:27; Psalm 8:3-6; Isaiah 53:6, 59:1,2; Romans 3:23
About Salvation
Salvation is God's free gift to us but we must accept it. We can never make up for our sin by self-improvement or good works. Only by trusting in Jesus Christ as God's offer of forgiveness can anyone be saved from sin's penalty. When we turn from our self-ruled life and turn to Jesus in faith we are saved. Eternal life begins the moment one receives Jesus Christ into his life by faith.
Romans 5:1, 6:23; Ephesians 2:8,9; John 14:6, 1:12; Titus 3:5
About Eternity
People were created to exist forever. We will either exist eternally separated from God by sin, or eternally with God through forgiveness and salvation. To be eternally separated from God is Hell. To be eternally in union with Him is eternal life. Heaven and Hell are real places of eternal existence.
John 3:16, 14:17; Romans 6:23, 8:17-18; I Corinthians 2:7-9; Revelation 20:15
Core Values
Trust Worthy, Enthusiasm, Humor, Communication, Positivism, Loyalty, Love, Integrity, Discipline, Respect
Commitment, Support, Peace, Versatility, Flexibility, Honesty, Excellence, Ability, Interpersonal Relationship, Structure, Accountability, Passion
OUR HISTORY
STATEMENT OF FAITH
OUR STAFF
TIMES AND DIRECTIONS
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Time and Directions
TIME AND DIRECTIONS
When We Meet:
Sundays
Worship Service - 7:15, 9:30 and 11:45 a.m.
Sunday School - 9:30 a.m. (Adults / Youth / Children)
Tuesdays
Noonday Bible Studay - 12 Noon
H.O.P.E. Midweek Worship Service - 6:15 p.m.
MARKE Youth Bible Study - 6:15 p.m.
Next Generation Youth Bible Class 6:15 p.m.
Adult Choir Practice - 7:30 p.m.
Wednesdays
Churchwide Prayer Meeting - 7:00 p.m.
Thursdays
Adult Choir Practice - 7:30 p.m.
Where We Meet:
The Greater Piney Grove Baptist Church:
1879 Glenwood Avenue, S.E.
Atlanta, Georgia 30316
From the South (I-75 / I-85)
Take I-75 or I-85 North toward Atlanta (Downtown) merge onto I-20 East and travel about 5 miles to Glenwood Ave (exit 61B) off of the offramp turn left and the church will be 1/4 of a mile on the right.
From the Southeast (I-675)
Take I-675 North and merge onto I-285 East travel aproximately 4 miles and merge onto I-20 West and travel approximately 5 miles to Glenwood Ave (exit 61B) and turn right and the church will be 1/4 of a mile on the right.
From the East (I-20)
Take I-20 West to Glenwood Ave (exit 61B) and turn right and the church will be 1/4 of a mile on the right.
From the North (I-75 / I-85)
Take I-75 or I-85 South toward Atlanta (Downtown) merge onto I-20 East and travel about 5 miles to Glenwood Ave (exit 61B) off of the offramp turn left and the church will be 1/4 of a mile on the right.
From the West (I-20)
Take I-20 East to Glenwood Ave (exit 61B) off of the offramp turn left and the church will be 1/4 of a mile on the right.
MCA Music and Arts
MCA (Music and Collaborative Arts)
Contact: Pastor Samuel Bennett, Jr. Pastor of MCA:
sbennett_pineygrovebapt.org
The Purpose of the MCA ministry is to honor our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ, to praise and worship His name in spirit and in truth, exuding a true Chrisitan attitude, governing ourselves according to the covenant of the choir and church. The MCA ministry leads worship through songs of worship and praise, aiming to be a testimony of the goodness of God in and through the life of His people.
The MCA ministry operates with five singing aggregations. Each aggregation worships and sings differents genres of music. The music ministry leads worship each sunday, special services, away engagements and at the request of the Senior Pastor.
The Children's and Youth Chior
Age range: 5 - 17 years old
Music genre: Contemporary Gospel
The William E. Flippin Sanctuary Choir
Age range: 18 - 40yrs
Music genre: Contemporary Gospel, Praise/Worship, Hymns
The Frank Jones Gospel Choir
Age range: 40+
Music genre: Traditional Gospel, Hymns
The Frank Jones Male Choir
Age range: 18+
Music genre: Traditional Gospel, Quartet, Hymns
The Women of Worship Choir
Age range: 25+
Music genre: Traditional, Contemporary Gospel, Hymns, Praise/Worship
Dance Ministry
Children/Youth/Adult
Drama Ministry
Multi-Media Ministry
Adults 18+ areas of service are audio visual and sound as well as bookstore
and web media.
Upcoming Dates
December 18, 2011 _ 11:45am Service: Christmas Cantata Concert
CD:
The Combined Choirs of The Grove
Title:
"Just Churchin" (2010)
Cost:
$10.00
Purchase:
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Children
Purpose:
The purpose of the Children’s Church Ministry is to minister to families by providing a loving, Christ-centered, learning environment for children ranging in age 5 to 12 years old.
Vision:
We believe that our children will love God, grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and become living examples of Jesus Christ, ministering in the power of the Holy Spirit.
Goals:
Help our children to know God’s everlasting love for them and learn about His wonderful, divine plan for them, help our children to know and love God, help our children in their spiritual growth and development and help our children to become disciples of Jesus Christ.
GPG Next Generation Worship Experience
The Next Generation growing in God!
Sunday Morning Praise!
Sunday School 9:30 - 11:30 am
Worship _ 11:30 am
Tuesday Midweek FUN!
Children's Word Bible Study
Children's Academy Area
Tuesdays _ 6:15 pm
Contact: Pastor Katrina Moore, Children's Pastor:
kmoore_pineygrovebapt.org
Boys and girls learn important teachings from God's Word through fun, hands-on activities, songs and crafts. In midweek and Sunday Bible Study, caring teachers help children develop a love for God and a desire to learn about Him. From a caring and safe nursery ministry to begin a life of nurturing of your children in Christ even from birth to age 4, an exciting children’s ministry for those with developing minds and plenty of energy.
Our ministry is founded on the following scriptures:
“Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it.” Proverbs 22:6 (KJV)
“And ye fathers provoke not your children to wrath: but bring them up in the nurture and admonition of the Lord.” Ephesians 6:4 (KJV)
And thou shall teach them diligently unto thy children, and shalt talk of them when thou sittest in thine house, and when thou walkest by the way, and when thou liest down, and when thou risest up.” Deuteronomy 6:7 (KJV)
We develop children from New born to 12 years
Programs & Ministries
Nursery Ministry
Sundays 9:30 am and 11:45 am services
Bible Study / Tutoring
Bible Study and Homework help is available from 6:15pm-9pm. Bible Study is 6:15pm-7:15pm and homework help/tutoring is 7:15pm-9pm. for ages 5-11 in the Academy Area every Tuesday’.
Next Generation Upcoming Events
Chidren's Christmas Program - December 18th, 2011
_ the 9:30am service there is going to be a 100 voice Children's Christmas Chorus and Play. Please sign your children up so that they will have a robe. Rehearsals are held every Sunday during the Children's Church _ 11:45am.
Youth
Purpose:
The Greater Piney Grove's Youth Ministry exitst to model, lead and teach the chraracter of Christ to all youth in order to promote change and a authentic relationship with Jesus Christ.
Vision:
The Grove Youth Ministry will seek to provide a Christ-centered setting where the youth in this community, city and Nation can be redeemed to Christ, reconciled to God and restored to wholeness and freedom in Christ.
Core Values:
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Contact: Pastor Al Hollie, Youth Pastor:
ahollie_pineygrovebapt.org
Teens experience important teachings from God's Word through midweek and Sunday Bible Study, and interaction that help inhance and develop a love for God and a desire to learn about Him.
We develop teenagers from teen to college years
Fall is in the air..From a enlightning trip to Washington D.C. and the Martin Luther King, Jr monument dedication trip, Bible studies, fun events and service projects. And the M.A.R.K.E. Youth ministry is gearing up for the holiday season and finishing the year strong and on FIRE for Jesus Christ. Check back to find out about Bible studies, Grove Parent Network Association meetings (GPNA), volunteer oppurtunities, Tuesday night services, events and more. You can always keep up by checking out our youth ministry blogs and facebook page.
Parent / Student Contact Registration
We asking Parents and youth to please register with your current information so that we can keep you informed of MARKE Youth Ministry information and stay in contact. Please choose the appropriate button below to enter your information. THANKS!
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GPG M.A.R.K.E. Worship Experience
Sunday Morning Praise!
Sunday School _ 9:30
Worship _ 10:45 am (1st, 3rd, & 5th Sundays)
Tuesday Bi-Weekly Midweek JAM!
Youth Word Bible Study
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Grove Hall
Youth Study Hall/Tutorial Sessions
1st & 3rd Tuesdays _ 6:15 pm
Programs & Ministries
PARENTS
Moment 4 Life
Youth Mentor Ministry
*Couseling Sessions
*Behavioral Intervention
*Male/Female Mentorship
*V.O.P. Vow of Purity
M.A.N. U.P
*Male Mentorship
L.O.V. Ladies of Virtue
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Female Mentorship
Grove Parent Network - G.P.N.
*Monthly parent meetings
*Fellowships
*Networking & Parent Support Groups
Youth Leadership Council
Worship/Praise Team
Drama Team
Step Team
Mime Team
Spoken Word Team
Youth Band
YOUTH/STUDENT
Upcoming Events!
Grove Parent Network Association Meeting (GPNA):
Thank you to all the parents and supporters that came out to our October GPN meeting and fellowship. Stay tuned for our next meeting date and time. Your input and support will help raise and change a generation.
MARKE Youth Worship and Arts Ministry:
Let the Marke Youth Ministry help cultivate those gifts by letting your child participate in the (Marke Youth Worship and Arts Ministry) For more information , contact Pastor Al Hollie at ahollie_pineygrovebapt.org or visit the youth ministry table in pioneer hall after service.
MARKE Youth Ministry Volunteer Registration:
For anyone interested in working with the Marke Youth Ministry please contact Pastor AL Hollie _ ahollie_pineygrovebapt.org
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Dr. William E. Flippin, Sr. Senior Pastor
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Purpose:
The Greater Piney Grove's Youth Ministry exitst to model, lead and teach the chraracter of Christ to all youth in order to promote change and a authentic relationship with Jesus Christ.
Vision:
The Grove Youth Ministry will seek to provide a Christ-centered setting where the youth in this community, city and Nation can be redeemed to Christ, reconciled to God and restored to wholeness and freedom in Christ.
Core Values:
Commitment, Accoutability, Respect, Discipline and Structure
The MARKE Youth Ministry is a ministry of the The Greater Piney Grove Baptist Church where Dr William E. Flippin Sr. is the Senior Pastor and Rev Al Hollie is the Youth Pastor. The MARKE Grove Youth Ministry is on a mission to make a change in today's youth by creating an environment where they can build relationships, tackle teen issues and have an amazing time while growing closer to God. MARKE Youth Ministry fellowship is held on weekly at The Greater Piney Grove Baptist Church 1879 Glenwood Ave Atlanta, Georgia 30316 with Sunday Morning Praise! Sunday School _ 9:30, Worship _ 10:45 am (1st, 3rd, & 5th Sundays), Tuesday Bi-Weekly Midweek
Youth Word Bible Study & Grove Hall Youth Study Hall/Tutorial Sessions 1st & 3rd Tuesdays _ 6:15 pm. Each experience is action packed and always new!
The MARKE Youth Ministry is open to Middle School, High School and College age youth. The experience consists of praise and worship, dance, games, giveaways and small group sessions all designed to embark upon issues hindering young people. The MARKE also feature Christian rap, hip-hop, go-go, rock, Step Team, illustrative messages and dramas. It is a fun, relaxed, interactive, "come as you are" environment where youth are welcomed and encouraged to grow closer to God.
Young people today are faced with many serious issues: Teen Drug Use: According to the Office of National Drug Control Policy, 1 in 4 teens uses illegal drugs. Sexually Transmitted Diseases: According to the National Physicians Center, 8000 teens contract an STD everyday. Suicide: According to safeyouth.org more than 1500 teens commit suicide every year.
Misconceptions about Christ: Approximately 53% of teens believe Jesus sinned.
The MARKE Youth Ministry will equip our youth to handle these issues by helping them:
1.Meet God
2.Grow Closer to Him
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