MSBCOC Spotlight
Betty Rose Gordon - Betty Gordon affectionately called, Miss Annie by her mother, was born on December 13th in Baltimore Maryland. Her parents were Lawrence and Rosie Holly. The studious Mrs. Gordon is a graduate of Douglas High School, Coppin State College and Morgan State College. Now widowed, Betty is the proud mom to Rudolph Kevin Gordon and Michael Keith Gordon. She is grandma to Jimond Gordon, Rudyi Shanay Gordon. Full Story

In Remembrance
Eloise "Doll" English
March 27, 1923 - April, 29, 2009

Life is so fast paced and so moving that into it God sends precious people like Eloise "Doll" English. Those who make great strides in their own quiet way seem to leave a formidable impression as they travel along life's highway.

Mrs. English was born on March 27, 1923 in Sumter County, South Carolina. She married the late William Lee English and to this union four children were born.

Call to Action!!!
New Year, New Things

Wow, 2012 is already here!!! Just think about it, just yesterday the ball dropped to the dawning of 2011 and now we are at it again. But, in this New Year let's commit ourselves to do NEW THINGS. In Matthew 9:17, Jesus teaches a quick lesson about how to deal with new things. He tells us that you can't put "new wine in old bottles." Therefore, I challenge you in this New Year to please do something different. Let us not do the same things we have been doing in years prior. But, let us increase our commitment to our God, our fellow man, and our church.

Bible Study
The Armor of God: The Shield of Faith -

"Above all, taking the shield of faith, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked. " Ephesians 6:16

The Roman shield was about 4 ft. high and about 2 1/2 feet wide. It was typically made as a curved laminate of three layers of wood strips and covered with leather. The edges were bound with rawhide stitched through the wood (or sometimes bronze binding was used).

The shield was the maneuverable part of the warrior's armor. It was designed to protect him from arrows and javelins, flaming and otherwise. If the shield had any holes or damage, survival would depend upon fixing it before entering the battle-certainly not during! The diligent warrior would direct his energies to its repair as part of his pre-engagement preparations.

How does one exercise diligence with respect to his "shield of faith?" Are there any "holes" in your shield of faith? When is the proper time to repair it? You are already on enemy turf!

Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Day
January 15, 2012 @ 3 p.m.

Join the Family Life Ministry of Morning Star Baptist Church of Christ as we celebrate the Life, Legacy, and Historic Contribution of the late Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on January 15, 2012 at 3 p.m. Don't miss the opportunity to show your Love and Thankfulness for the man that had a Dream that Changed the WORLD!!! More info to be announced.

Contact: Deac. Betty Fowler, Chairperson
Telephone: 410-727-5515

Ushers 116th Anniversary
January 22, 2012 @ 3 p.m.

Join the Senior and Junior Usher Ministry of Morning Star Baptist Church of Christ as we celebrate our Usher's Anniversary on January 22, 2012 at 3 p.m. They will be celebrating 116 years of being on the battle field for the Lord. More info to be announced.

Contact: Bro. Phillip Wells, President
Telephone: 410-727-5515 (Church Office)