The Conards Were Chosen for August

We had a great Vacation Bible School!  One of the best ever!  As John
Maxwell says, "Everything rises and falls on leadership," and the leadership
of our VBS was outstanding!  Dawn Conard served in this capacity for the
first time and at her initial at-bat, hit it out of the park.  She invested
so much time and energy, and put together a winning team. We appreciate all
those who partnered with her in the work. No one did it from a closer, more
important position than her partner in life, husband Robert.  Though Robert
is a successful businessman, he found time to give Dawn the support she
needed.  Robert is a key leader in his own right--one of our young deacons,
who is doing a tremendous job.  I think you can understand why
Robert and Dawn Conard were selected to be
our Ministers of the Month for August, 2010!

Jeff and Melba Powell Chosen in July

At Pole Creek, we love to eat!  We enjoy gathering around the table with
good friends, good fellowship and good food.  Our Kitchen Ministry does a
superior job in this--and one who has been so faithful in serving and
providing wonderful leadership in that is Jeff Powell.  He labors long hours
as a volunteer, providing a ministry that we could never repay.  His wife,
Melba, is a leader also.  She heads up our Media Center.  Melba and her
staff offer outstanding Christian resources to check out: books, DVD's,
music CD's and more.  They do so with energy and excellence.  Neither of
these folks are spotlight seekers.  They are not the loud, rah-rah kind of
folks.  While there is certainly a place for extroverts, we could not do
what we do without the solid support of those who lead by example and
quietly go about their task for the glory of God alone.  These are the kind
of folks we delight to highlight and so we honor Jeff and Melba Powell as
our Ministers of the Month for July 2010!

The Lancasters Chosen for June's Ministers of the Month

Todd & Kathy Lancaster has been making strides forward in stepping up to help in the ministries at Pole Creek. Both Todd and Kathy have helped in our kitchen ministry, always looking to serve others in this most vital ministry, after all we love to meet and eat! Todd has also made great efforts in helping Steve Schultz, our new Associate Pastor of Music, in getting settled into his new role here at Pole Creek. Todd has literally moved from the back row to the front row in the choir and has been there to hand out music and helping new folks find their way in the choir. It is with gratefulness that we recognize Todd & Kathy Lancaster as Ministers of the Month for June 2010.

Senoir Adult Singers
Ministers of the Month for May 2010

Our Senior Adult singers enjoy their Southern Gospel music. We have, likewise,
been able to share their joy, as they sing for the church periodically. While
not minimizing these blessings we have known, several months ago, these faithful
servants decided they needed to get outside the church building and be the
church in the community. On a regular basis, this choir travels to nursing
homes, singing and sharing the Gospel through music ministry. We have seen a
precious soul come to Christ and helped lonely saints find encouragement through
the loving commitment of these faithful senior adults. Conley West has organized
this ministry, Kathy Pressley plays the piano, Howard Lovin leads the singing
and around forty singers participate. For this kind of vision, dedication and
service we recognize the Senior Adult Choir as our
Ministers of the Month for May 2010.

MINISTERS OF THE MONTH FOR APRIL 2010
TOM LEATHERWOOD & DONALD ANDERSON

With the beautiful spring weather we are having, it is hard to imagine that
only a few short weeks ago, we were suffering through one of our worst
winters in a long time.  Constantly, we were asking, "Can we have church? Do
we need to cancel the service?" vexing questions brought by ice and snow.
Though we had to cancel and modify some of our meetings, most took place on
schedule because of the efforts of two men: Tom Leatherwood and Donald
Anderson.  They volunteered their time and equipment to clear our parking
lot.  Sometimes the snow was piled up in mounds that seemed to take forever
to melt!  Had it not been for their initiative and hard work, many services
would have had to be cancelled.  Most took place without a hitch because
these men were ready to hitch up their snow plows!  For this effort, we
acknowledge Tom Leatherwood and Donald Anderson as our Ministers of the
Month at Pole Creek for March, 2010.

MARCH 2010 MINISTERS OF THE MONTH

Mike and Arlene Eubank have rolled up their sleeves, jumped right in and got to work.  They didn't sit back; didn't make excuses--their attitude was, "We're here and ready to serve."  As newer members, it is easier to have sensitivity to what it is like to be in a different place and meeting new people.  One of the daunting tasks we have at Pole Creek is to help these first-time guests feel welcome and comfortable in strange surroundings.  That's what Mike and Arlene are helping us do.  Each week, they take a look at the registration cards and when they find first-time guests, they follow up and contact them, inviting them back again.  The feed-back we receive through these contacts enables us to do a better job at meeting and greeting people effectively.  In addition, Mike serves as an usher and Arlene teaches 3 year olds.  We are so grateful God sent this couple to us, and for their service in Jesus' name, we have named them Ministers of the Month for March 2010.

FEBRUARY'S MINISTER OF THE MONTH

Harold Sloan has been a blessing to Pole Creek Baptist Church for many years and in many ways.  He has been a Christian businessman in the best sense of the word, providing an example of hard work and integrity.  In his church work, he has been a model of faithfulness.  Harold has served in so many areas, it would be virtually impossible to list all the offices he has held.  Harold has been a deacon, headed up building projects, served on finance committees, to name a few, and most recently has had to step down from serving as the President of the Auditorium Sunday School class, due to health issues.  Though Harold Sloan has demonstrated much ability in the Lord's work, he has displayed the greatest ability-dependability.  For these reasons, Harold Sloan is our Minister of the Month for February 2010.

MINISTER OF THE MONTH FOR JANUARY 2010

Julie Parham has a heart for people--especially those who are lost and left
out.  She has repeatedly been involved in the outreach of our church to the
community.  She has participated in FAITH teams, going out and sharing the
Gospel.  Julie, more recently, has been active in CARE--following up on
prospects and members needing ministry in her Single Adult Sunday School
class.  One of her most important ministries at church is with the Friends
of Jesus--a class for special needs students.  Her love and kindness shine
through in her work with these special friends.  Picture someone
exemplifying the love of Christ and you will visualize Julie Parham and know
why we have chosen her to be our Minister of the Month for January 2010.