MSBCOC Call to Action
Prayer for Healing

In view of the recent illnesses and bereavements at the Star, Deacon David Green, a member of the Web Team, felt the Spirit lead him to present the following prayer to all of our MSBCOC congregation. View the call to prayer and join us in prayer.

Feature

Why did Jesus choose the wedding at Cana for His first miracle?

There is no way to know for certain why Jesus chose a wedding in Cana to perform His first miracle (John 2:1-11). We can hypothesize, however, and we have Jewish tradition and some Old Testament prophecies to help us piece together some possibilities.

Jewish historians speculate that the event in Cana may have been the apostle John's wedding, and this is one reason Jesus and His disciples were invited. John's mother, Salome, was likely a sister of Jesus' mother, Mary. This would make Jesus and John first cousins. Jesus was there with extended family and close friends. Full Story

MSBCOC Spotlight
Shirley Jo Wing-Shelton - Mrs. Shelton has been a member of Morning Star Baptist Church of Christ since 1962. She was baptized by Rev Nathanial Wicks. She and her husband served as Youth Advisors along with Mr. and Mrs. Gregory Evans for several years.

In March of 1994, Rev Samuel Ray appointed Mrs. Shelton as the Board of Christian Education Chairperson. She served as the chair for 15 years. Mrs. Shelton has served as the Coordinator for the Children's Church Ministry for the past 18 years, a ministry she truly loves. After each 4th Sunday service, she provides the children goodie bags, a treat she has provided since the first Sunday service of Children's church for the past 17 years.

In Remembrance
Mame Idabell Raison
March 2, 1916 - March 27, 2013

While a member of the "Star" Ida demonstrated her faithful and active membership. She was president of the Golden Age Club, member of the Cluster of Clubs and a Missionary. Ida met and married the late Arthur Raison who was also a longtime member of the "Star".

Bible Study
Evil Companions Corrupt Good Morals - There was a godly man, raised by a godly father. He was blessed with the most wisdom of any man. He built a magnificent temple for God. And then in his older years, he built temples for idols! What happened to him? Solomon chose the wrong companions - specifically his wives. They turned his heart away from God. If it could happen to Solomon, it can happen to you too. Do not be deceived!

Health & Wellness
A Healthy Daddy’s Day - Never mind the same old ties and cards this year. Let's do something for the men that will be sure to tickle their fancy and keep them on track with their health. This article helps put great gift ideas in perspective for Father’s Day. Well the flowers are in full bloom, the song birds are in tune, and summer will be here very soon... That's right it's the month of June! With all the wonderful events happening it's hard to keep track of what's important... You! Well you and Daddy. This year Father's Day fall on June 16th.