Date: December 13, 2001 To: From: Subject: Congregation James Abrams, Pastor Recommendation Property 2942-2944 Lincoln Avenue During the past three months some members of the building committee conducted a study of the senior housing programs (202/811), to determine if we meet the requirements to qualify for such government grants. The results of this study revealed the following: A. Vacancy: There are a number of like facilities throughout the City of Ogden, and the State of Utah that are not completely occupied. B. Inadequate Space: At present we have allocated less than one acre (4 lots) for this project, which is inadequate. In order to erect facilities of this matter; a minimum of two acres are required. In view of these facts, and as your Pastor, 1 am recommending that we postpone this project and consider refurbishing the building located on said property. I am also requesting that this committee be granted an additional ninety (90) day to attempt to accomplish the following: A. Process and obtain approval of necessary documentation; (Federal 501C3 / Articles of Incorporation) which will allow us to receive donations from various organizations foundations. B. Solicit funds, material and labor from organizations such as: Banks, Echils, R.C Willeys foundations, Big D Construction and others. C. Progress: The committee will present to the church a monthly progress report to determine if we should continue or discontinue this project. We are also recommending that non-profit organizations such as; Prison Transitioning, Workforce Placement, Drug Rehabilitation, Food Pantry, and a Children’s Center to be allowed to use this facility, and we receive assistance in the form of IN-DIRECT COST which will defray or eliminate the monthly maintenance expenses. ALTERNATE RECOMMENDATION: If we are unable to acquire sufficient funds to complete this project, then, I will recommend that the Church consider subsidizing the remaining cost. Ifthe Church chooses not to subsidize this project, I then, will ask the Church to seriously consider demolishing this facility and retain the land. Prayerfully Submitted 2 TO: THE CONGREGATION; NEW 2935 LINCOLN AVENUE OGDEN, UTAH 84401 FROM: THE DATE: JANUARY SUBJECT: ZION BAPTIST CHURCH PASTOR | CHURCH 11, 2001 PROPERTY preach, I would that I promised church, of this Pastor selected I was When kept have I and will; His to lead you according and word, God's teach supported and you have also years; three the past throughout promises these there However, you. I thank and I am greatful, this for as christians, prayerful ana attention, our require that problem is a existing WHAT WE on: decide you to prayerfully I am asking As Pastor decission. ARE I a. am GOING also TO DO asking WITH you OUR to PROPERTY prayerfully LOCATED AT consider 2940-2944 the LINCOLN following AVENUE? options: we must facility; this to remodle If we choose Remodeling: OPTION. the and , intiialy $23,500. half, One ($47,000.). the cost. consider }« CO. tion Construc (Ron Hartford, completion. upon remainder divise 1. offerings; tithes, our increase we must is our choice; If this project. this support to money or borrow raisers, fund b. Demolishing: OPTION. property; the retain 1. insure not will carrier insurance our At the present UN-INSURABLE. which y; liabilit a ed consider is it that fact due to the property this Ly occur may that incidents for all responsible us directly makes or arround said property. demolishing We may consider on the following: based this facility and CANDLELIGHT VIGIL SERVICES NEW ZION BAPTIST CHURCH OCTOBER 12, 2000 7:00 P.M. New Zion Baptist Church 2935 Lincoln Avenue Ogden, Utah 84401 Phone: Xj —— ORDER OF SERVICE SCRIPTURE. DEACON WILSON ENGLISH PRAYER DEACON KENNETH WILDER FAITH DECLARATION SELECTION CANDLELIGHT VIGIL (Lightening of the Candles) SELECTION... INTRODUCTION OF SPEAKER. SPEAKER. MESSAGE. CLOSING REMARKS. BENEDICTION.. ‘2 We, Pastor Abrams, Officers, and members of New Zion Baptist Church, extend a hearty welcome to the Pastor E. L. White and staff of the Interfaith Initiative. We are a loving family of baptized believers dedicated to spreading the gospel, and sharing that which God has so graciously given to us. Now the multitude of those who believed were of one heart and one soul; neither did anyone say that any of the things he possessed was his own, but they had SIS. AMBER McCOY NEW ZION BAPTIST CHURCH TERRLYNN CRENSHAW UTAH FAITH INITIATIVE COORDINATOR NEW ZION BAPTIST CHURCH REV. JAMES ABRAMS REV. E. L. WHITE MT. SINAI AIDS EDUCATION PROJECT THOMASVILLE, NC vePREV. E. L. WHITE all things in common. (Acts 4:32) The Pastor, Officers, and members are available for your service and to assist in any way possible. Please call upon us if assistance is required. We pray that this will be a spirit filling experience; and that God will continue blessing all of us. Prayerfully submitted Rey. James Abrams Pastor REV. JAMES ABRAMS TERRLYNN CRENSHAW REV. E. L. WHITE (801) 392-2211 & ai New Zion Baptist Church 2935 Lincoln Avenue Ogden, Utah 84401 Phone: (801) 392-2211 We, Pastor Abrams, Officers, and members of New Zion Baptist Church, extend a hearty welcome to the President, Officers and members of the Intermountain General Baptist Convention. We are a loving family of baptized believers dedicated to spreading the gospel, and sharing that which God has so graciously given to us. Now the multitude of those who believed were of one heart and one soul; neither did anyone say that any of the things he possessed was his own, but they had all things in common. (Acts 4:32) The Pastor, Officers, and members are available for your service and to assist in any way possible. Please call upon us if assistance is required. We pray that this will be a spirit filling experience; and that God will continue blessing all of us. Prayerfully submitted Rev. James Abrams Pastor Con gratulations Pastor Hodges On your first anniversary as President of the Intermountain General Baptist Convention Pastor James Abrams and the New Zion Baptist Church Family 2935 Lincoln Avenue Ogden, Utah 84401 Phone: (801) 392-2211 Ses THE CROWN OF LIFE In 2 Corinthians 5:10 the apostle Paul speaks of our standing before the judgment seat of Christ where we shall receive our final rewards. In ancient Grecian games the athlete assembled before the judges’ stand to receive the rewards for their excellence. The winner received a crown of laurel leaves. Some received no reward at all; they did not prevail. We are encouraged in the Holy Scripture to be faithful in our work unto death. To be true to the faith even though it costs us our lives. If we are thus faithful, our Lord will bestow upon us a Crown of Life (Rev. 2:10). In these scriptures we read: “Fear none of those things which thou shalt suffer: behold, the devil shall cast some of you into prison, that ye may be tried; and ye shall have tribulations to days: be thou faithful unto death, and| will give them a crown of life.” Sunday School Worship Service 9:30 a.m. 11:00 a.m. Prayer Meetings & Bible Study Wednesday, 12:00 (noon) & 6:30 p.m. L> i lave ye New One another" John 13:34 Zion Baptist Church 2935 Lincoln Avenue Ogden, Utah 84401 801-392-2211 Dea. Kenneth Wilder Chairman of Deacons Rev. James Abrams Pastor Dr. Donald Carpenter Chairman of September 29, 2000 Dear Pastor and Congregation The Officers and Members of New Zion Baptist Church would like to extend an invitation to you to come and celebrate with us on our Forty-Third Annual Loyalty Day Celebration. We will begin with a Revival on October 18-20, 2000 at 7 p.m. and will conclude with our Loyalty Day service on Sunday October 22, at 3:30 p.m. We are also requesting one of your choirs to render selections as indicated below: a. Thursday evening, October 19* at 7 p.m. - Second Baptist Church b. Friday evening, October 20" at 7 p.m. - New Pilgrim Baptist Church / Calvary Baptist Church c. Sunday, October 22~ at 3:30 p.m. - Hill AFB Gospel Choir Please contact us by letter or at the above phone number to confirm or rearrange this schedule, no later than Thursday, October 12, 2000. We are looking forward to having a good time in the Lord with you. Prayerfully submitted Sis. Reshita Naylor Program Chairperson Rey. James Abrams Pastor Trustees ") ove ye one another" John New Zion 2935 Ogden, Baptist 13:34 Church Lincoln Avenue Utah 84401 801-392-2211 Dea. Kenneth Wilder Chairman of Deacons Rev. James Abrams Pastor Dr. Donald Carpenter Chairman July 16, 2000 We, Pastor Abrams, Officers, and members of New Zion Baptist Church, thank you and your family for worshipping with us. We pray that this was a spirit filling experience, and that you were blessed. We also pray that Ged will return you to your home safely. We are a loving church family of baptized believers dedicated to sharing and spreading the gospel of Christ, as imparted by the grace of God. As children of God, we encourage you to continue serving, worshipping, and praising God. We also extend to you the same kind of love that Jesus gives us. For by one Spirit are we all baptized into one body, whether we Le Jews or Gentiles, whether we Le bond or free; and have been all made to drink into one Spirit. (1 Cortathians 12.73) If you are in this area in the future, please come and worship with us. Again, thanks for worshipping with us. May God bless and keep you. Rey. James Abrams Pastor of Trustees ") ove ye one another" John New 13:34 Zion Baptist Church 2935 Ogden, Lincoln Avenue Utah 84401 §01-392Z-2211 Dea. Kenneth Wilder Chairman of Deacons Rev. James Abrams Pastor Dr. Donald Carpenter Chairman April 18, 2000 To the congregation of Swift Creek Missionary Baptist Church: Giving honor to God, from whom all blessing flow. We the members of the New Zion Baptist Church would like to take this opportunity to thank you for the sharing of your Pastor, Rey. Donnie Bryant. After listening to his messages, we truly understand the Christian sacrifice that you made on our behalf. It was a blessing to have him come and share in our Revival /Anniversary Celebration. Although he was more than welcome to stay, he felt that his home was at the Swift Creek Missionary Baptist Church in Macon, GA. Your blessings overflow with such a God-sent man as Rey. Bryant. His messages were well received and we will never forget your generosity. If there is any way that the New Zion Baptist Church may serve you, please feel free to call upon us. Through God's will, we assure you that we will respond with the words of the poet: “We will hear your welcome voice calling us to come to you. And we shall not linger, we shall hasten to you, feeling glad and free.” Thank you, May God bless you and may Heaven smile upon you. Rey. James Abrams Pastor of Trustees i" \_ove ye New One another" John Baptist Church Zion 2935 13:34 Lincoln Avenue Ogden, Utah 84401 801-392-2211 Dea. Kenneth Wilder Chairman of Deacons Rev. James Abrams Pastor Dr. Donald Carpenter Chairman April 18, 2000 To the congregation of Swift Creek Missionary Baptist Church: Giving honor to God, from whom all blessing flow. We the members of the New Zion Baptist Church would like to take this opportunity to thank you for the sharing of your Pastor, Rev. Donnie Bryant. After listening to his messages, we truly understand the Christian sacrifice that you made on our behalf. It was a blessing to have him come and share in our Revival /Anniversary Celebration. Although he was more than welcome to stay, he felt that his home was at the Swift Creek Missionary Baptist Church in Macon, GA. Your blessings overflow with such a God-sent man as Rey. Bryant. His messages were well received and we will never forget your generosity. if there is any way that the New Zion Baptist Church may serve you, please feel free to call upon us and through God's will, we will obey. Thank you, May God bless you and may Heaven smile upon you. Rey. James Abrams Pastor of Trustees A DECLARATION OF FAITH We believe that the Holy Bible was written by men divinely inspired, and is a perfect treasure of heavenly instructions; that it has God for its author, salvation for its end, and truth without any mixture of error for its matter; that it reveals the principles by which God will judge us; and therefore is, and shall remain to the end of the world, the true center of Christian union, and the supreme standard by which all human conduct, creeds, and opinions should be tried. We believe the scriptures teach that there is one, and only one, living and true God, an infinite, intelligent spirit, whose name is Jehovah, The Maker and supreme ruler of heaven and earth; inexpressibly glorious in holiness, and worthy of all possible honor, confidence and love; that in the unity of the Godhead there are three persons, The father, the Son, and The Holy Ghost; equal in every divine perfection, and executing distinct but harmonious offices in the great work redemption. We believe the Scriptures teaches that man was created in holiness, under the law of his Maker; but by voluntary transgression fell from that holy and happy state; in consequence of which all mankind are now sinners, not by constraint but choice; being by nature utterly void of that holiness required by the law of God, positively inclined to evil; and therefore under just condemnation to eternal ruin, without defense or EXCUSE. We believe the Scriptures teach that the salvation of sinners is wholly of grace; through the mediatorial offices of the son of God; who according to the will of the Father, assumed our our nature, yet without sin; honored the divine law by his personal obedience, by his death made a full atonement for our sins; that having risen from the dead, he is now enthroned in heaven; and uniting in his wonderful person the tenderest sympathies with divine perfection, he is every way qualified to be a suitable, a compassionate and an all-sufficient Savior. We believe the Scriptures teach that Christian Baptism is the immersion in water of a believer in Christ, in the name of the Father, and Son, and Holy Ghost; to show forth, in a solemn and beautiful emblem, our faith in the crucified, buried, and risen Savior, with effect, in our death to sin and resurrection to a new life; that it is prerequisite to the privileges of a church relation, and to the Lord's Supper. We believe the Scriptures teach that the Lord's Supper is a provision of bread and wine, as symbols of Christ's body and blood, partaken of by the members of the church, in commemoration of the suffering and death of their Lord; showing their faith and participation in the merits of his sacrifice, and their hope of eternal life through his resurrection from the dead; its observance to be preceded by faithful selfexamination. We believe the Scriptures teach that the first day of the week is the Lord's Day; and is to be kept sacred to religious purpose, abstaining from all secular labor, except works of mercy and necessity, by devout observance of all the means of grace, both private and public, and by preparation for that rest that remaineth for the people of God. Memorandum To: The Date: Congregation; March Subject: ll, New Pastor's Church Report Rev. Carter has agreed He will also over-view 2. Our membership this Baptist 1999 1. When Zion roster listing is to teach the New Members Orientation each Sunday School Lessom monthly. is being completely updated purged, to we reflect will active/inactive submit inactive members to the church; in order that the to remove those inactive members from the roll. classes. church the names may all action 3. The By-Laws Committee has been activated; and will be month. We solicite your suggestions/recommendations. 4. Sister Budget 5. The Education Department has been established. We are unable to begin instructing on March 17, 1999; due to a lack of training materiel. We are also seeking additional instructors for the youth. Pra) fuly ea Pastor McClellan has Request Forms established a sample budget. We will to all departments in the future. Submitted; Absent meeting take members. of — be twice each mailing FROM: TO: THE PASTOR THE CONGREGATION; NEW ZION BAPTIST CHURCH SUBJECT: THE PASTOR’S VISION; (CHRISTIAN EDUCATION). Many Christians, on coming into the church, have a very vague notion of their obligation and privileges. They have accepted Christ as Savior and have been baptized in obedience to God’s command, but they can scarcely be expected to know how to live the Christian life and to become efficient Christians without adequate training. Due to a lack of proper training many members become insecure, inactive, and eventually seek religious services elsewhere. Conceivably every one of these members might have become fruitful disciples if they had only received the proper training. As Pastor, I am responsible for feeding the flock of God.; and equipping the saints; (Ephesians 4:12). I am also aware of the fact that we are in need of a long range training program which will include a number of National Baptist certified study courses. Courses that will; 1. Strengthen us as disciples of Christ. 2. Enhance evangelism, induce recruitment, and retention. 3. Develop qualified instructors within our congregation. 4. Provide departmental/auxiliary training as required. 5. Provide doctrinal studies such as; the doctrines of: (Salvation, Baptism, Prayer, and Baptist Belief). In view of these facts, I am recommending that this training program be adopted, and implemented on March 17, 1999. Recommended Courses are as follows: Course #208 and # 209; Baptist Doctrine 1. #208 Adults - This course will allow us to examine the basic teaching of Baptist faith. We will be able to explore each doctrine and the Biblical basis for our doctrinal position. 2. #209 Youth - This course will acquaint our youth with the Biblical basis for Baptist faith and practices. Using a language and logic best suited for youth. 3. Projected courses for the future: Leadership/Deacon training, and the Doctrine of Salvation. LONG RANGE GOAL: As your Pastor, I solicit your prayers that in 5-7 years, God will allow us to develop this program into a Christian School where both, the youth and adults will be able to worship God and further their education. Prayerfully Submitted; ev. Jarhes Abrams Pastor ea ae GPF NEW ZION BAPTIST CHURCH 2935 LINCOLN AVENUE OGDEN, UTAH 84401 TO: THE FROM: CONGREGATION THE SUBJECT: PASTOR THE REQUIREMENTS FINANCIAL OF THE CHURCH HAS A FINANCIAL ANY INSTITUTION THAT HAS IT'S FEET ON THE EARTH, THAT MUST BE NECESSITY A FINANCIAL PROBLEM THAT MUST BE SOLVED, IT WILL IT'S FINANCIAL PROBLEMS, IF A BANK DOES NOT SOLVE MET. THEIR SOLVE NOT DOES COUPLE MARRIED A IF BANKRUPT. BECOME SAY THEY MUCH HOW MATTER NO DISASTER, FACE THEY FINANCIAL PROBLEM, TERRESTIAL MUNDANE, IS INSTITUTION IF THE THEY LOVE EACH OTHER. THAT INCLUDES DOWN HERE IN THIS EARTH, IT HAS A FINANCIAL PROBLEM. WE SHALL SOME DAY WE SHALL BE THE CHURCH TRIUMPHANT, THE CHURCH. BE IN HEAVEN WHERE THE VERY STREETS WE WALK ON ARE PAVED WITH PURE WITH OUR FEET ON BUT DOWN HERE WE ARE THE CHURCH MILITANT, GOLD. HOW PROBLEMS. FINANCIAL HAVE WE ELSE, THE SOD AND, LIKE EVERYBODY NEEDS? FINANCIAL THESE HOW DO WE MEET DO WE SOLVE THESE PROBLEMS? FIRST OF ALL WE MUST IDENTIFY THE ITEMS WHICH ARE REQUIRED; AND WE REQUIREMENTS. FINANCIAL THESE OF SUPPORTING METHODS DEVISE MUST DISABLE AMERICAN THE TO ACCORDING S? REQUIREMENT OUR ARE WHAT ARE WE , REGULATIONS SAFETY AND FIRE, CITY, (ADA), ASSOCIATION REQUIRED TO PROVIDE: 1. LIFT CHAIR;(ADA); (SHORT TERM). 2. BAPTISMAL (ADA); 3. QUICK RELEASE 4. OVERHEAD CHAIR; DOORS; (SHORT TERM). (FIRE SAFETY); (FIRE SAFETY); SYSTEM; SPRINKLER (SHORT TERM). FOLLOWING THE REQUIRE WE ADDITION; IN SERVICES: COMMUNITY AND VE, ADMINISTRATI 1. COMPUTER SYSTEM; 2. COPIER; (MEDIUM 3. VAN/BUS; (MEDIUM - - LONG LONG-RANGE). (LONG RANGE). RANGE). (SHORT TERM). ITEMS FOR ENHANCING AGAIN, HOW DO WE FULFILL THESE REQUIREMENTS? MY RECOMMENDATIONS ARE: 1. OPTION A. OUR FINANCIAL RECORDS INDICATE WE HAVE APPROXIMATELY SEVENTY-FIVE (75) CONTRIBUTING MEMBERS; (TITHES AND FREE-WILL OFFERINGS). THEREFORE MY RECOMMENDATION IS BASED ON SEVENTYFIVE CONTRIBUTORS. RECOMMENDATION: THAT WE INCREASE OUR CONTRIBUTIONS BY $12.50 PER WEEK, WHICH WILL EQUAL TO APPROXIMATELY ($937.50 PER WEEK), ($3,750.00 A MONTH), AND ($45,000.00 ANNUALLY). 2. OPTION B. OUR RECORDS INDICATE THAT WE ARE PRESENTLY CELEBRATING SIX (6) ANNUAL DAYS; TWO OF WHICH ARE; (CHURCH PREVIOUSLY WE HAVE REQUESTED ANNIVERSARY AND LOYALTY DAY). $100.00 FROM EACH FAMILY; AND $25.00 PER PERSON FOR ALL OTHER ANNUAL DAYS. FOR WE ALLOW THE CONTRIBUTIONS RECOMMENDATION: DAY TO REMAIN THE SAME; AND LOYALTY ANNIVERSARY UNDER WORKING AGE. AND CHILDREN WIFE, HUSBAND, CHURCH TO INCLUDE, I AM ALSO RECOMMENDING THAT WE REINSTATE THE FOLLOWING ANNUAL USHERS, AND CHILDREN'S DAY); WHICH WILL GIVE US (CHOIR, DAYS; A TOTAL OF SEVEN ANNUAL DAYS EXCLUDING OUR ANNIVERSARY AND I AM ALSO RECOMMENDING THAT OUR CONTRIBUTIONS LOYALTY DAYS. FOR THESE DAYS BE INCREASED TO $50.00 PER PERSON OF WORKING ESTIMATED INCREASE APPROXIMATELY $30,000 -35,000.00 AGE. ANNUALLY. PRAYERFULLY SUBMITTED, EYEE TEMS HS Ee MEMORANDUM TO: THE CONGREGATION OF THE NEW ZION BAPTIST CHURCH DATE: April 8, 1999 SUBJECT: PASTOR’S REPORT 1. Rev. Carter has agreed to teach the New Members Orientation classes; beginning April 17, at 9:30 am. He will also over-view each Sunday School lesson monthly. 2. Our membership roster is presently being updated to reflect active/inactive members. When all inactive members are identified, we will submit the names to the church for review, and possible removal from the membership roll. 3. The by-laws committee will be meeting twice each month. We solicit your suggestions/recommendations. 4. The Education Department has been established. We will be offering the following courses, beginning April 14, 1999 at 6:30 pm. A. Youth Training, (Survival Kit) Instructors: Sis. Alice Glenn Sis. Dula Brock Bro. Harry Nunn B. Ages 8 and under Ages 9 - 12 Ages 13 - 18 Adult Training, (What Baptists Believe) Instructor: Rev. James Abrams 5. I will be meeting with our new musicians in the next five days to make them aware of what is required by this congregation. (Commitment, visibility, and conduct are some of the items that will be discussed). Prayerfully Submitted, ) L- - - Liege ev. James Pastor Abrams Me . Agreement for Services This contract, made and entered into this day of by and between New Zion Baptist Church ,(Hereafter referred , (Hereafter referred to as NZBC : to as NZBC) and Musician). 1. NZBC Musician Now therefore, the parties hereby mutually agree as follows: SCOPE OF SERVICE NZBC Musician shall perform carry out in a Satisfactory and proper manner. The following services in accordance with the agreement for services between NZBC and NZBC Musician, A. Provide worship music for all worship services and departments of NZBC, as directed or scheduled.( Timely notice will be Provided). and Time B. Conduct rehearsals as scheduled: Date perform on the Fourth Sunday at 11:00am services. (1). Coordinate with the Pastor or Dr. schedule is required. , and changes to this Carpenter when C. Accompany the Pastor and Congregation, when attending other functions such as Funerals and in/out of town engagements. These services of NZBC Musician will commence on