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RECOVERY GROUPS We grow, change, and heal only through the power of Jesus Christ. Email Now For premarital couples, couples wanting to enrich their marriages, and couples in crisis. For more information about the program, click here and scroll to the bottom of the page . DivorceCare is a 13-week seminar and support group that will help you heal from the hurt of separation or divorce. Lawndale offers DivorceCare twice a year, and each session includes a video, discussion and workbook material. For more information about the DivorceCare ministry, visit www.divorcecare.org . Guiding women on the journey through the wasteland of post‐abortive hurt and shame to the endless waters of healing and freedom in Jesus Christ. For more information, contact a pastor here - and we will take every caution to protect your confidentiality . The Embrace Grace Ministry group provides emotional, practical, and spiritual support for single, young pregnant women who find themselves in an unexpected pregnancy. The primary goal of Embrace Grace is to empower the church to be a safe and non judgmental place for these young women to run to when they find out they are pregnant, instead of the last place they are welcomed because of shame and guilt. It is a 12-week program that teaches them about God's love and grace, and at the end we will give them a baby shower to honor them for choosing life and to help provide for their baby’s needs. For more information, email Wanda at wdgriffin@lawndalebaptist.org .

I knew in High School God was calling me to be a Pastor. I went to Wingate University to prepare and began serving churches vocationally. After college, I completed the MDiv degree and Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary and later the DMin. I continued serving churches in different capacities. My first church out of seminary was Ebenezer Baptist Church in Indian Trail, NC where I served as Senior Pastor (1995-2006). From 2006-2016, I served on staff at Lawndale as the Married Adult Pastor, equipping families for making disciples. For a short time, I served at Calvary Church in Charlotte as the Family Pastor (2016-2021) before being called back to Lawndale as the Lead Pastor in March 2021. ​ I married Donna Long while in college. She has been a great helpmate at home and in the church. We have been blessed with 3 sons and a daughter who are all married. We love spending time with them, their spouses, and at present count, 10 grandchildren. We love serving our family, the church family, and the greater body of Christ. Dr. Rodney Navey Lead Pastor Email Now Kelley Branch Senior Pastor, Women's Ministry, Teaching, & Reedy Fork Assistant

NEW HERE? If you are new to Lawndale and would like to learn more about our church, its purpose, its core values, and its ministries, then join us for our next class! Register Here The New Member Class is designed to help our prospective members know what to expect as a member of Lawndale. You will learn about the vision and mission of Lawndale, learn about our beliefs and biblical doctrine, and also foster friendship among participants. If you would like to join the Lawndale family, we invite you to register at one of our Link stations or register for the class on the website – www.lawndalebaptist.org/register . You may join Lawndale in one of the following ways: By accepting Christ as your personal Savior By transferring your church membership from another church By profession of faith and baptism by immersion, if you have not already been baptized By statement of faith if you have accepted Christ and have already been baptized by immersion The class is free to attend and a light breakfast, including coffee, juice and a variety of snacks will be provided. Children and youth have classes available for them to attend during this time. We are delighted that you are here and want to know more about our church! Contact the church office or visit the registration page on the website for more information about our upcoming classes. Register Now Email Now New Members Class

COLLEGE Lawndale College exists to be obedient to the Great Commission by making disciples of every nation by explaining the Scriptures, equipping believers for Christian living, and engaging in the community. We are a ministry made up of college-aged young adults in the Triad. Connect With Us! 2024 Bible Reading Plan Guide to Writing Your Testimony Email Ministry Assistant Life Journey Group 11 am Come join us in House C for a time of teaching, small group discussions, and fellowship. Home Groups 5 pm Home Groups are small groups that meet in House C on Lawndale's campus. We discuss the current Scripture or study and then share a meal together! Sundays

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SINGLE ADULTS Single Adults are an important part of our church. We offer an opportunity for singles (35+) who are looking to find community with other single adult believers. Connect With Us! Sunday Mornings We offer several Sunday morning Bible study groups. Connection We are active at scheduling dinners, activities, day trips, and weekend retreats throughout the year. For the latest info, see the current Lawndale Newsletter .

God created people out of His generosity. He wanted others to enjoy His greatness and perfection. He put us on earth to know Him, enjoy Him, and glorify Him. He also created a perfect world for people to live in; however, the people chose to go their own way and sin (Genesis 1-3). ​ Sin has had devastating consequences (Rom 3:23; 6:23). It brought suffering, hardship, and death. God’s plan for people was not changed, but the world has. After sin entered the world, God revealed His plan to restore people to a relationship with Himself. What sin had destroyed, God would change. ​ The Bible reveals God’s plan. We call it the “One Story of the Bible.” He created the world and people to know Him. Ultimately, God the Son came to earth on a rescue mission. He died for our sin and rose from the dead. He paid the price we could not pay, and He showed he has power over death and hell. ​ Not everyone will experience the rescue Jesus provides. The ones who receive Jesus become God’s children (John 1:12). So, how do you receive Him? ​ Romans 10:9 says it very clearly, “If you confess with your mouth Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart God raised Him from the dead, you will be saved.” ​ To confess Jesus is Lord means you surrender your life and rights to Him. You turn from your way of life to His way of life. You ask for His forgiveness for how you have lived and for His help to live like He intended. Remember, He wants to give you life like it was originally designed, to know Him, enjoy Him, and to glorify Him. ​ The second part of Romans 10:9 points to belief. You are to place your faith in what Jesus did for you in His death and resurrection. You cannot save yourself, but Jesus did everything necessary for you to be saved from your sin. He died for you, His life for your life. He rose from the dead, new life through His life. ​ If you want to be saved, it’s because God is drawing you to Himself. He is making Himself and His plan known to you. Respond by talking to Him. Thank Him for speaking to you. Ask for His help to turn from your sin and to turn to Him. Tell Him you are ready to confess Jesus is Lord and surrender your life to Him. Place your faith in Jesus’ death and resurrection. Tell God you know you can’t save yourself but that you trust Jesus’ work for your new life. ​ How will you know if you are really saved? God gives His children His Spirit to live inside us (Rom 8:14-16). He will begin to help you to grow in the faith. You will begin to bear the fruit of the Spirit (Gal 5:22-23), and you will begin to live out the kind of life described in Romans 12-15. You can also read the letter of 1 John to get a good picture of what Christ’s followers look like. Email Now Finding God

As the forecast is still showing steady rain all day long, our outdoor worship service has been rescheduled for TOMORROW evening at 6:00pm. We are aware that there is the possibility for rain tomorrow as well and will postpone the service to next week if it becomes a problem. Please refer to instructions and suggestions in the original communication. We are excited to gather together soon!

Cassie has the pleasure of serving as the Next Generation Girls Director! What Cassie loves most about this role is that she gets to walk alongside girls as they grow in their knowledge of God’s word, and as she helps them identify, develop and use the gifts and talents God has given them, so they see that God has created each of them with a purpose! Cassie has a Master’s of Science in Curriculum and Instruction from Western Governors University and a Bachelor of Arts in History with a concentration in Secondary Education from UNC-Greensboro. Before coming to work at Lawndale, Cassie taught at Page High School for 3 years (Go Pirates!). Cassie looks forward to coming alongside families and providing ways for their girls to grow in their faith and knowledge of God's word. ​ Cassie is an only child who grew up as a Minister’s kid in Charlotte, NC. Cassie’s parents are still in ministry in Lumberton, NC. Cassie has a passion for missions and being a light in our community. Cassie loves history, music, corny jokes, and a good to-do list. Cassie Taylor Elementary Director Email Now Kelly Larrimore Children's Ministry & Activities Assistant

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1 Timothy "Revive the Church" Bible Studies Join us for Men's and Women's intergenerational Bible studies on Sunday evenings at 5:00 PM. Explore the book of 1 Timothy. Dig into the scripture covered during the morning sermon and participate in small group discussions. Child care is provided for those who need it. 1 Timothy Men's Studies , for Men of all ages, 5:00 PM in the Worship Center Pick up a 1 Timothy Family Devotional Guide in the foyer 1 Timothy Women's Studies , for Women of all ages, 5:00 PM in the CLC