BATES MEMORIAL BAPTIST CHURCH Dr. F.

Bruce Williams, Senior Pastor

Moving Forward Through Participation

2013 ANNUAL REPORT

And the Lord said unto Moses, Wherefore criest thou unto me? speak unto the children of Israel, that they go forward I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus. Exodus 14:15; Philippians 3:14

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D R . F. B R U C E W I L L I A M S PASTORAL MESSAGE
I greet you in the strong Name of Jesus Christ! Bates Memorial, by the grace of God, you've done it again! This Annual Report seeks to highlight, in a meaningful way, what you were able to accomplish for the Kingdom through your time, talents and tithes in 2013.

The theme for 2013 was Moving Forward Through Participation! And because so many stepped up to participate - faithfully giving of their time, talents and tithes - souls were saved, the hungry were fed, naked were clothed, homeless were helped, the prisoner was visited (and even transported to our worship), the sick were ministered to, the bereaved were comforted, children were mentored, youth were encouraged, students were sent to school or supported while in school, social justice causes were advocated (like supporting the restoration of voting rights for ex offenders), couples were empowered, families were strengthened, new properties were purchased for expanded ministry and missionary work was done abroad. We married, baptized, dedicated babies, counseled troubled hearts, the Lord was worshipped, God was gloried and the list goes on and on! 2013 was an exciting and fruitful year!

We are grateful to God for all you disciples who stepped up to help us edify the church and impact the community and world for the kingdom of God. This year, in 2014, the theme is Moving Forward Through Dedication! We are dedicated to excellence in ministry and are always seeking to move forward in progressive ways to more effectively and efficiently minister to both the church and community. So, this year we put our annual report on line for you to peruse at your convenience. We also changed our Vision Night to Vision Weekend so that we can creatively expose our entire congregation to our ministry accomplishments and vision. A great big thanks goes out to all of the staff and volunteers who helped make this annual report possible. With or new theme in 2014 we expect the disciples at Bates to be even more dedicated to ministry involvement to impact our community in unprecedented ways. Through deeper dedication we will continue to worship God, make disciples and impact our community for Jesus Christ, after all, we are Changed People, Changing the World!

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D R . F. B R U C E W I L L I A M S 2 0 1 3 P R E A C H I N G I T I N E R A R Y
January Total Grace Baptist Church, Lexington, KY February Campbellsville University Pastor's Conference Baptist Unified Christian Leadership Conference Wesley Chapel UMC- Little Rock, Arkansas Elim Baptist Church March Kingdom Fellowship Christian Fellowship Center Mississippi Blvd, Memphis, TN Bethlehem Baptist Church, Simpsonville, SC Consolidated Baptist Church Lexington, KY April Good Shepherd Baptist Church, Petersburg, VA First Baptist Bracktown, Lexington, KY Clay Street Baptist Church, Shelbyville, KY Oolenoy River Baptist Education & Missionary Association -17th Annual Pickens County Wide Revival Easley, South Carolina Youth Matters for Christ-First Baptist Bracktown

June Shelby Henry Oldham County Meeting at Bethel Church Dr. Williams Community Relations July Simmons Bible College ChairTrinity, Chicago, Illinois man of the Trustees August Served on the American Heart First Virginia Avenue Association Panel in Chicago First Virginia Avenue-Marriage Conference Illinois to combat heart disease September in minorities Alfred Street Baptist Church, Alexandria, Virginia Progressive Baptist Church, Indianapolis, Indiana October St. Stephen November Graduate of Bingham Fellows New Mount Zion, Shelbyville, KY Class of 2013 a class that dealt with health disparities in low inFirst Baptist Bracktown, Lexington, KY come communities, and the access Leadership & Family Conference to quality food for those in imTabernacle Baptist Church-Atlanta, GA poverished neighborhoods. Scarlett Hope Burnett Avenue December Federal Medical Center-Lexington, KY

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C H U R C H S TA F F
Dr. F. Bruce Williams, Senior Pastor Rev. Eric French, Executive Pastor Hannah L. Drake, Administrative Assistant to the Pastor Darlene Morrow-Campbell, Church Secretary Anthony Christian , Director of Worship Keith Reynolds, Business Office Manager Rev. Carla Anderson, Minster of Education Shannon Floyd, Youth Director Nathan F. Wilkes, Media Director * Sister Yalanda Carter, Children's Church Director Ron Duke, Bates Community Development Corporation Thomas Fisher, Maintenance Department* Mike Holloway, Maintenance Department Henry Booker, Maintenance Department MUSIC STAFF Sheriden A Williams, Band Director Rodney Starling, Choir Director Krishawnda Allen, Choir Director * Michelle Randolph, Choir Director* Yolanda Thornton, Choir Director* Michael Lacey, Audio Director Eric Catron, Keyboard Player Clayton Miles, Drummer Michael Rucker, Drummer Paul Logan, Bass Guitarist Kenneth Diggs, Bass Guitarist Raymond Keith III, Praise Team Leader Monique ONeal , Praise Team Leader Eric T. French Jr. , Musician Donald Moody, Children's Church Musician MEDIA STAFF Oliver Montgomery, Media Technician Dannesha Harris, Visual Aide Technician Jo Griffith, Media Sales BATES COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT STAFF Ron Duke, Executive Director Tonia Phelps, Program Coordinator

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*No Longer Serves in this Capacity SPECIAL THANKS TO : Patricia Gatlin and Chriss Jones for supplying the photos for this Annual Report.

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ASSOCIATE MINISTERS
Sandra Moore Carla Anderson Deborah Anderson Sylvia Bennett Robert Bennett Kimberly Blackford Anthony Cameron Kimberly Cecil-Jones Lisa Cox Joseph Ellison III Terra Epps* Eric French Nicole Hardin* Hugh Hobbs Toni Holt Ron Jacobs Teresa Jarrett Jamie Keith Melissa Lott Janise Madison-Hill Anthony Manning Tamara Mills Frank Mondale Sylvia Moore Jan Rudolph Joe Starks Monica Thomas

Jerry Hamblen Jeff Hancox Joe Hardeman Ken Hill David Hollins Charles Huddleston Don Jackson Larry Jackson Lilliea Jackson Linda Jacobs Mike James Ramann Jones John Lacey Mickey Love James McCoy Joyce McGill Leondra Nelson Glenda Newton-White Fred Peterson Wanda Pipes Walter Pryor Brenda Robinson Larry Spaulding Milton Suggs Deshon Washington Glenn Williams James Woolfolk Marcus Workman Edith Yarbrough Dale Young Theodore Young Jr.

MINISTRY LEADERS
A Prophets Reward-Bruce Mills Associate Ministers-Rev. Sandra Moore BCDC -Ron Duke Bates Bookstore-John Randolph Childrens Church-Yalanda Carter Christian Education-Rev. Carla Anderson Couples Ministry Rev. Eric French, Vincent & Pam Simms, Fred & Beverly Peterson Congregational Care-Rev. Ron Jacobs Culinary Ministry-Jowanda Duckworth D4G Dance Ministry-Dixie Cacho, Regina McMillian Deacon Ministry-Cassandra Grigsby & Daniel Guess Decision Counselors-Cassandra Grigsby Drama Ministry-Rush Trowel Greeters Ministry-Raydonna Guy Hearts Reaching Hearts-Womens Ministry Holy Ground-Thomas Fisher* Level Ground-Rev. Janise Madison-Hill Masters Plan Lavita Jones , James McCoy Media Ministry-Nathan Wilkes* Missions Ministry-Rev. Sandra Moore & Kimberly Blackford Nursery Ministry-Shonta Darling The Health Ministry John Payne, Lynnette Grant, Parking Ministry Joe Hardeman Prayer Ministry-Linda Jacobs Prison Ministry Joe Starks R.E.A.C.H., Mens Ministry -Shawn Brown R.U.S.H. Glenda Newton-White Trustees-Ron Harris Usher Ministry Barbara Stigall Van Ministry Ron Harris Willing WorkersMargaret Green

DEACON MINISTRY
Cassandra Grigsby Daniel Guess Shawn Brown Derrick Carr Kerry Cox Brenda Davis Marvin Davis Valerie Davis Don Dillard Rosetta Downing Gene Duckworth Liz Fulton George Gill

YOKEFELLOWS
Gary Billings Maurice Gardner Robert Robinson Eric Scott

TRUSTEES
Ron Harris Vincent Simms

Worship Ministry Anthony Christian Young Adult Ministry-Jason & Kennisha Fisher Youth Ministry Shannon Floyd

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Associate Ministers-Rev. Sandra Moore What were your ministry goals for 2013? The goals for the ministry in 2013 were to upgrade the way the Fellowship functions. This was to be done by developing and implementing a formalized orientation process for new members entering the associate ministers fellowship, updating the associate ministers handbook and establishing a monthly plan to better develop and prepare the associate ministers for ministry at Bates & elsewhere. Were you able to accomplish or exceed your goals for 2013? If so, how? If not, what will you do in 2014 to make sure that you accomplish or exceed your goals for 2013? Many of the goals were achieved while some are still being worked on. In 2014 there are plans to continue addressing those goals and reaching them. What activities did your ministry facilitate or participate in for 2013? The associate ministers ministry meets monthly to develop spiritually and personally. This is done in a variety of ways. Lectures are conducted and discussions and dialogue follows. One such topic in 2013 was the issue of justice following the Trayvon Martin case and verdict. As a result of the discussions, the associates were given the assignment to read the book "The New Jim Crow" by Michelle Alexander. Also, representatives from Simmons College came to present opportunities available for the associates to further develop themselves and further their education. The associates had fellowship outings as well in order to socialize with one another. How did your ministry make an impact in the life of the church and/or community in 2013? The associate ministers ministry is active in various areas which impact the life of the church. Some are involved in the education ministry, and teach weekly in life school which helps disciples grow spiritually. Some are active with the Children's ministry, serving the children and preaching at their worship services. Many are active weekly as they lead worship at weekend services. In the community, some associates are serving with the Prison ministry and going regularly to various correctional facilities. What are specific goals for your ministry in order for your ministry to make an impact in 2014? In 2014, the associates ministry will continue to serve and develop their gifts to be a blessing to the body. Bates Bookstore -John Randolph , Rev. Carla Anderson Our ministry goals for 2013 was to earn $30,000 dollars in a 2013 fiscal year, continue to guide and equip members to succeed in discipleship endeavors and add more volunteers in the Bookstore The $30,000 net sales goal was lofty. We were not able to exceed that goal. We were able to greatly increase the number of volunteers in the bookstore. Also, we continue to provide excellent material to help members understand kingdom work and improving their walk with Christ. What activities did your ministry facilitate or participate in for 2013? Rev. Jasmin Scurlark book signing

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Rev. Charles Goodman book signing Book store ministry outing to Famous Dave's Rev. Otis Moss book signing Provided material for decision counselors in their book study regarding discipleship Our purpose is to help the people of the church improve their Christian walk with Christ by providing literature for Masterlife and other various bible studies. We were able to add 10 dedicated individuals to the bookstore ministry which was a 100% increase. Our goals for 2014 will be to keep the 30,000 net sales goals. It is a very high goal, but I believe you should aim high to achieve greatness. Also, our goal is to develop a system that encourages repeat sales. (i.e. book club , incentive programs), become more integrated with other ministries of the church some the book store could be the supplier of various gift and literature needs and work on marketing incentives to bring awareness that the bookstore can help supply the needs of the church .

Couples Ministry: Pamela Simms & Elaine Huddleston Additional Ministry Positions Spiritual Leader: Rev. Eric French, Sr. Founding Members: Fred & Beverly Peterson and Vincent & Pamela Simms What were your ministry goals for 2013? To provide enrichment for marriages through topical teachings and activities that encourage married couples to connect, prioritize and focus on their spouses by setting aside time each month. Were you able to accomplish or exceed your goals for 2013? If so, how? If not, what will you do in 2014 to make sure that you accomplish or exceed your goals for 2013?Yes were able to accomplish our goals for 2013. What activities did your ministry facilitate or participate in for 2013? In January we started the year off with a message of inspiration from Rev. Chris Campbell, Pastor of Genesis United Methodist Church. He spoke on five key points of Marriage that all couples should be in tune with. In observance of the Daniel Fast the entire lunch meal was fast friendly and was greatly appreciated. In February the annual Men Can Cook dinner was held in the Fellowship Hall on February 15th. The food was very tasty and the husbands served their wives very graciously. There were 14 couples in attendance. At our meeting in March we had Rev. William Dickerson, Pastor of St. John Missionary Baptist Church as our guest speaker. He spoke on Building the Right Relationship between a Husband and Wife Genesis 2:24. In April we had a Date Night at Rockys in Jeffersonville, Indiana on the 20th. It was a great night of fun and good food. On May 18th, our own Pastor Williams was the speaker at our meeting. As always he provided us with a message that was enriching. In June we had the Fourth Annual Cater 2 U event and the ladies planned an afternoon luncheon by the water at Captains Quarters for their husbands. The men loved the new approach to this event and it was enjoyed by all who attended. Couples Ministry did not meet during the month of July. Many couples helped out at Vacation Bible School, by being teachers, helping out in the kitchen, arts and crafts and many other areas as needed. An opportunity to

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serve together is very rewarding. In August, Bates Couples Ministry joined with First Virginia Avenue Baptist Churchs Couples Ministry group at their church for lunch and a marriage seminar. Pastor Williams was the guest speaker and her spoke on the topic of Love Conquers All 1 Corinthians 8:1-8In September Couples Ministry had its Annual Cookout on September 21st where meat was provided and each couple brought a side or dessert. We had a relaxing evening under the stars. This year the Couples Ministry group had a fall retreat in Gatlinburg, Tennessee from Oct. 4-7th. The mountains provided a lovely retreat for Couples to reconnect, relax, and relate to one another. At the end of the month many couples helped out at the Hallelujah Party. In addition to bringing candy, many operated games, served as security, help with meals and other duties. Marriages are enriched when Couples serve together. November 15th was Couples Ministry last meeting of the year. Executive Pastor, Eric French, Sr. was the speaker for this meeting. He gave a very timely message entitled, Lets Stay Together. Through scripture, and humorous presentation, we received a message that will stick with us. In December as our final activity for the year, we again helped out with the Tree of Angels event by helping to give out the gifts, directing recipients and assisting with getting them to their cars. It was a very blessed way to end the year. How did your ministry make an impact in the life of the church and/or community in 2013? As a ministry we make sure we give back by participating in many church-wide activities such as Vacation Bible School, the Hallelujah Party and Tree of Angels that provide support to the community annually. How many additional members were added to your ministry in 2013? We have added approximately 10 new couples to the ministry in 2013. What are specific goals for your ministry in order for your ministry to make an impact in 2014? We plan to continue providing support to church and community endeavors to be role-models for marriage in the community. We also will plan to provide additional opportunities for enriching marriage by providing biblically sound teaching and other activities to support spouses working and having fun together. See 2014 Calendar of Events.

D4G Ministry -Gina McMillan (adult), Brittany Johnson (adult), Dixie Burns (children), Desiree Johnson (children), Shanee Howard (children) What were your ministry goals for 2013? In 2013 we were a new ministry and it was our first complete year. Our goals were to establish a solid foundation and build upon that. We focused on growth of the ministry, outreach and preparing our ministry members to effective lead the congregation in worship. We were also developing a rhythm for our ministry leaders.

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Were you able to accomplish or exceed your goals for 2013? If so, how? If not, what will you do in 2014 to make sure that you accomplish or exceed your goals for 2013? I believe that we were able to effectively establish a great foundation to build upon. Through experience we all have a better idea of how to prepare for certain scenarios that will occur. Although the ministry accomplished these goals, there is definitely room for growth. We began to engage in more outreach projects. To exceed our goals for 2014, we will focus more so on this project. What activities did your ministry facilitate or participate in for 2013? With great enthusiasm, we have been very active on a monthly basis. A majority of our ministry opportunities occurred simultaneously with the choir. We also were invited to perform at local churches during worship services and local community events. For all of our 2013 appearances, please see attached for the D4G and SWAGG Annual event/ worship schedule. How did your ministry make an impact in the life of the church and/or community in 2013? I am very excited to share that the dance ministry has been embraced by the church community! We have had a tremendous amount of support in 2013. During biblical times, dance was an integral part of worship and still is today. Being able to express our gratitude for all the many things that God has done with our fellow church members
is vitally important to achieve His work. How many additional members were added to your ministry in 2013? We began the ministry with four adult members. We currently have 15 active D4G members and 25 active SWAGG members which is our children's dance ministry. It is our hope to be able to use individual talent to develop groups within the ministry that can focus on certain needs (ex: mime, male participants, more seasoned saints, flag, etc.) What are specific goals for your ministry in order for your ministry to make an impact in 2014? As previously mentioned, we would like to engage in more outreach opportunities. We are in the process of developing a dance workshop that will involve other churches in the community. We would like to engage in more community service projects as well. Deacon MinistryDaniel Guess/Cassandra Grigsby Additional Ministry Positions Liz Fulton---Deacon Administrative Assistant What were your ministry goals for 2013? To minister to the needs of the congregation through visitation, wakes and funerals, cards and letters, and benevolence. We also are there to assist the Pastor in any capacity that he needs us Were you able to accomplish or exceed your goals for 2013? If so, how? If not, what will you do in 2014 to make sure that you accomplish or exceed your goals for 2013? We were able to meet our goals and we are looking forward to 2014 What activities did your ministry facilitate or participate in for 2013? we met every Tuesday of the month except on 5th Tuesdays and holidays. We participate in classes for congregational care, decision counseling, and a monthly benevolence meeting. We also trained a class of yokefellows and had a deacon ordination this year

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How did your ministry make an impact in the life of the church and/or community in 2013? we ministered to, prayed for, and visited hundreds of members. We also helped pay many of our congregations bills through our benevolence program. How many additional members were added to your ministry in 2013? 10 What are specific goals for your ministry in order for your ministry to make an impact in 2014 To continue to minister to the needs of the congregation through prayer, visitation, cards and letters, and benevolence. We will also continue to assist our Pastor in any capacity that he wants us to. We will also start and new yokefellow group in 2014. Decision Counselors Ministry -Cassandra Grisby, Margaret Reed, Sherlonda Lewis, Bridgette Woolfolk, What were your ministry goals for 2013? In 2013, the Decision Counselors made an impact by providing training for the ministries of Bates in February. We are proud to have trained eight individuals this year. God is moving and we are grateful to have 102 Decision Counselors as of 2013. Were you able to accomplish or exceed your goals for 2013? If so, how? If not, what will you do in 2014 to make sure that you accomplish or exceed your goals for 2013? Each year, we are blessed to receive those individuals who respond to the invitation to accept Christ as their personal Savior by Baptism and/ or unite with the church by Letter, Christian Experience and Watch Care. Our mission is to carry out the Great Commission at every worship service and every time an opportunity is given. We address ministry concerns every second Saturday of the month at 10:30am or the following Tuesday at 6:00pm. What activities did your ministry facilitate or participate in for 2013? Each year, we are blessed to provide Christmas for two children from our Bates' Angel Tree. We partnership with the InterVarsity Christian Fellowship/USA Ministry by providing $1000.00 this year in monthly donations. The InterVarsity consisted of young adults spreading the love of Christ through Evangelism from various colleges in Kentucky. Our continues effort towards this endeavor is given because of their determination and boldness to make a difference for the Lord. Our first Book Study in 2013 'Becoming A Contagious Christian" Facilitator Rev. Kimberly Blackford. 4th Annual Decision Counselors Appreciation Fellowship March 2013.

How did your ministry make an impact in the life of the church and/or community in 2013?

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The spiritual growth of the ministry has been enhanced through: Our Book Study "Becoming A Contagious" Christian by Hybels/ Mittelbergs- we are striving to fulfill God's desire by becoming a contagious Christian. Our monthly meetings consists of hand-on activities which promotes a zeal and passion to reach others by carrying out the Great Commission. How many additional members were added to your ministry in 2013? New Members added to the ministry eight New Decision Counselors * What are specific goals for your ministry in order for your ministry to make an impact in 2014 *Carry out the Great Commission (Matthew 28: 19-20) with every trained Decision Counselors * Continue to increased our membership * Continue to grow through our Book Study * Continue to have monthly meetings designed to enhanced the spiritual growth of ministry *Look forward to our 5th Annual Decision Counselors Appreciation Fellowship in March 2014 *Continue to move forward through Participation in every endeavor of Bates Memorial Disability Ministry Beverly Peterson & Theodore Young We believe that all persons are entitled to learning of Christ and His love for us. We also believe that everyone should be given the opportunity to hear of and receive Christ as their Savior. Our desire is to equip the disabled with the love of Christ so that they might receive Him and therefore prepare to pass Christ love to someone else. Our activities in 2012 included various workshops to help with the sensitivity of the congregation in dealing with those that have a disability. Workshops included National Stroke Association, Hearing Loss and Prostheses, Breast Cancer and Prostheses, Lung Disease and Respiratory Health, and Sickle Cell Anemia Workshops. Our goals are to support individuals of all ages with disabilities, support families, friends, and caregivers of individuals with disabilities. And have interesting guest regularly to provide information that would assist and inform those with disabilities. It is our goal that all ministries will be able to participate in our sensitivity workshops for 2014. Greeter Ministry Raydonna Guy Additional Ministry Positions Jenise Squires. Vice President Stacy PurfioyJones. Sec. Larry Jackson Treasure What were your ministry goals for 2013? 1To have a Godly attitude not only when on the door but at all times. ( selfless attitude) 2 Support/ Sponsor a family all year. 3 Fellowship / Serve at Salvation Army 4th Sat each month. Were you able to accomplish or exceed your goals for 2013? If so, how? If not, what will you do in 2014 to make sure that you accomplish or exceed your goals for 2013? Yes, with the work of the activity committee within the Greeters Ministry coordinating the social and civic activities which the ministry took part in. What activities did your ministry facilitate or participate in for 2013? 1 Greeters Ministry supported a family ( mother 2 children) all year , we fill baskets with food items, gift cards, household items and clothing items doing the year. Served 4th Sat of each @ Salvation Army serving the homeless breakfast . Took part in

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Greeters workshop sponsored by St Stephen . How did your ministry make an impact in the life of the church and/or community in 2013? Yes, not only did we serve at Bates but we worked outside our church, (salvation army, special Olympics, blessing others ( sponsor family) in need. How many additional members were added to your ministry in 2013? 12 new additional person joined the Greeters ministry 2013. What are specific goals for your ministry in order for your ministry to make an impact in 2014 1 Goals: to be able to sponsor 2nd Sat of each month @ Salvation Army. 2 each member become CPR certified to support the health ministry 3 Co-Sponsor in-house workshop for leadership at Bates. 4 to sponsor (2) families in need. Health Ministry -John Payne Ministry Leader(s)John Payne ,Lynnette Grant, Pamela Taylor and Theresa Clark What were your ministry goals for 2013? To get the Health Ministry up and going. We was able to provide one CPR course with 3 members getting certified. Were you able to accomplish or exceed your goals for 2013? If so, how? If not, what will you do in 2014 to make sure that you accomplish or exceed your goals for 2013? We were able to do one CPR course. In 2014 we will implement more CPR courses, health fairs and also screening clinics. What activities did your ministry facilitate or participate in for 2013? CPR course How did your ministry make an impact in the life of the church and/or community in 2013? Since our ministry is new I believe our impact that we made was just being visible in the church as health care provider and first responders What are specific goals for your ministry in order for your ministry to make an impact in 2014? 1) CPR courses 2) Health Fairs 3) Screening clinics Missions Ministry Ministry Leader(s) Rev. Kimberly Blackford, Rev. Sandra Moore Additional Ministry Positions Associate Ministers The goal for 2013 was to strengthen the ministry, and to partner and serve with other local ministries. It was the desire of the ministry to conduct an evangelism class and work towards planning an international trip for members of Bates. Another goal was to continue to serve in New Orleans as the ministry had done in the past. Many of the goals were accomplished in 2013. In 2014, the ministry intends to become more focused toward early planning and increase communication to the congregation, so that members are aware of opportunities to become more involved. In 2013, the Missions ministry served in various capacities. A six week evangelism class was conducted and 7 persons attended and completed the class. Some of the members of the class went out into the neighborhood to witness and some had evangelistic interactions with people at the Bates Xtravaganza. The ministry served at Ronald McDonald House, which is a "home away from home" for families of ill

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children being treated in local facilities. A meal was prepared and served to many families staying there. Light housekeeping was performed by the volunteers as well. Volunteers also had the opportunity to fellowship and hear the stories of some of those families residing there at the time. The ministry served alongside Endeavor Ministries at an event which they held. Endeavor Ministries is a local ministry which reaches out to the Muslim Somali/Bantu community in Louisville. A festival was held and volunteers manned various carnival games and had the opportunity to show the love of Christ to the many children who attended. Leaders of the ministry along with our Executive Pastor were able to take a trip to Jacmel,Haiti. They served with a team from Southeast Christian church. The team conducted a medical clinic and shared the Gospel with the people of Haiti. Over 700 people were seen in the clinics and all were presented with the Gospel. As a result, 30 people gave their lives to Christ! The ministry made an impact in the community by serving people and by showing the love of Christ in their actions. Several members became active with the Missions ministry and served at different events.For this upcoming year, we have plans to continue on in the direction weve started. In 2014 efforts will be geared toward the planning for our very own international trip, possibly to Haiti, in the future. There is still so much need in Haiti, and we want Bates Memorial to take part in showing the people of Haiti Christs love and letting them know they are not forgotten. We also plan to continue the trip to New Orleans, and we want to continue to partner with ministries right here in Louisville who are serving Internationals who havent been exposed to the Gospel and ministries that are serving those in need. The Missions ministry is hoping to start an annual Missions Weekend to expose the church to Missions and Gods heart for the world. Another significant event should prove to be vital in this area as well. The ministry plans to assist the church staff with a major event in 2014. The 117th Annual Session of the Lott Carey Global Christian Missional Community will be held in Louisville on August 11-15, 2014 and we will be hosting it. Lott Carey is an international Christian missions agency that helps churches extend their witness to the ends of the earth. This annual convention draws some 2,000 attendees. Although the task may appear to be daunting, the ministry is excited to be a part of this event! There are so many opportunities out there to proclaim and demonstrate the message of the Gospel to those who havent heard. Our greatest desire as a ministry is to make an impact for the kingdom, help those who need to hear the message of the Gospel, and to see mature disciples developed who follow Jesus into his mission in the world.

Prayer Ministry (Linda Jacobs) What were your ministry goals for 2013? The prayer ministry gal for 2013 was to get more people to trust in prayers. We were able to accomplish this goal because more people filled out the prayer request forms at the prayer boxes and online. Our goals for 2014 is to get more ministry leaders involved in leading people to come to prayer. In 2013 the prayer ministry participated with the Masterlife prayer session. We were able to impact the life of the church and community because more people ask team members to pray for them. We had 2 people join the ministry for 2013. Our goals for 2014 are to have prayer breakfast, prayer vigil and a community prayer walk. Prison Ministry Minister, Joe F. Starks Highlights / Accomplishments for 2013.. 1. Jefferson County Jails - (Bible Study):

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(22) Saved; (34) rededicated their lives to Christ; (102) Bibles given out; (1) baptized; (86) Cards & Letters were sent out; (52) Prayer Request. 2. Dismas Charities Community Correction Centers (Bible Study): We transport (60) male clients from 1501 Lytle St. to SNL Worship Services every 1st Saturday of the month. B. Bible Study: Portland Facility at 1501 Lytle St. every 1st & 3rd Thursdays of the Month. Time: 7:30-8:30pm. (1) Saved; (1) Rededicated their lives to Christ; (2) Bibles given out. We transported (142) female clients from (Substance Abuse Program) @ Diersen Center, 1218 W. Oak St to SNL Worship Service. St. Ann Campus, male clients (Substance Abuse Program) @ 1515 Algonquin Pkwy, Master life Book 1. (10) Graduated. E. Distribution: Our Daily Breads Devotionals by Radio Bible Class (2,765); DVDs by BMMBC (72). Pamphlets (440). F.-Bible Study: Diersen Ctr. Thursdays. Time:11-12Noon; Attendance (143). Womens, No More Chains Work Shop (119). G.-Thanks Giving Dinner @ Diersen for Women. Attendance (35); Volunteers (7). 3. Department of Correction (Prisons): A-Womens Correctional Facility Peewee Valley Womens Conference: (23) in attendance. B- North Point Training Center- Burgin, KY. Complete Worship Service (3) rededicated his life to Christ and (1) Saved. C-Prison Fellowship Angel Tree: We minister to (25) families and 50) children by the Word of God, Gifts for the children, and a meal in the fellowship hall @ 620 Lampton St. Goals for 2014: A-Master life Book I @ Dismas Charities St. Ann Campus at 1515 Algonquin Pkwy Lou. Ky. 40208. B-Continue Worship Services at North point Training Center, in Burgin, Ky. C-Prison Fellowship Angel Tree in December 2014. D-Supply Clothing items for Residents who do not have any Family help@ Dismas Charities, Portland, and Diersen Facility. E-Continue Bible Studies @ Jefferson County Jails downtown and Dismas Charities Community Correctional Centers. Usher Ministry Barbara Stigall - President/Head Usher Additional Ministry Positions Rita Wales-Howard -Vice President/Head Usher Stephanie Pryor, Secretary/Trainer Valarie Short, Co Treasurer/Head Usher

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Rose Watkins, Co Treasurer Wilma Williams, Trainer NeShanta Vaden, Trainer Tina Thompson, Trainer James Lewis, Donetta Groves, Tammy Woodard, Karen Dennison, Darrick Wordlow - Head Ushers What were your ministry goals for 2013? 1. Increase the number of ushers 2. Create junior usher ministry 3. Participate in community outreach as a ministry Were you able to accomplish or exceed your goals for 2013? If so, how? If not, what will you do in 2014 to make sure that you accomplish or exceed your goals for 2013? The Usher Ministry increased our numbers by adding 7 new ushers. Although we did not create a junior usher ministry, we have been successful in recruiting youth to join the ministry. In 2013, we had 4 junior ushers. Several of our members participated in community outreach (Salvation Army, Special Walks, Habitat for Humanity etc.) We are praying on a community outreach for the entire ministry. What activities did your ministry facilitate or participate in for 2013? We coordinated a Safety/AED/CPR training session for the usher ministry and other ministries. Additionally, our male ushers recruited 28 men to serve during Men's Weekend. The Usher Trainers worked with youth and teens to serve during Children/Youth Weekend. How did your ministry make an impact in the life of the church and/or community in 2013? The usher ministry are doorkeepers for the Lord's house. We are committed to serving the Lord and fulfilling our assignment in a Christ-like way. The usher ministry served during all functions requiring our service throughout 2013. How many additional members were added to your ministry in 2013? We added 7 new members. What are specific goals for your ministry in order for your ministry to make an impact in 2014 Our goals remain the same: 1. Increase the number of ushers 2. Create junior usher ministry 3. Participate in community outreach as a ministry

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Childrens Church We are not playing church, were having church. Our Childrens Church worship 9:45 and 11:30 services had a chance in ministering to 562 children throughout 2013. Childrens Wednesday Bible Study Teaching our children the basic principles of the word of God We average 25 children weekly Our Annual Childrens Sleepover Was a blast as always 78 Children and 25 Workers attended, this was a night to remember as the children shared in Coloring Contest, Bible Trivial, Pajama Contest, pillow fun and much more. Our 1st Kids College 101 Workshops had 17 children 4 & 5 Graders. Wonderful speakers came to taught on different Careers, Captain Norman Seawright Pilot, Charity Howard-Food Scientist, Kwane Watson Dentist, Ashley Carter Beautician and many more
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Healthy Kids Day This fun filled Sunday afternoon encourage our children how to eat healthy and great activities on the field at Papa Johns Cardinal Stadium. 50 Children Children & Youth Month Childrens Mega Choir for Saturday Night Live 150 children HIP HIP HOORAY Hallelujah Party This family event is for all ages. Games, fun and laughter, that will keep you coming each year, 823 in attendances.

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Moving Forward through Participation This years theme has guided us in providing spiritual growth for the members of Bates Memorial Baptist Church with a level of excellence. Moving Forward through Participation, lead us to increased participation in all areas of Christian Education including the Life Training Institute (LTI), Vacation Bible School and our annual Bates Bible Institute. Through New Disciples Orientation and the MasterLife Series, we were able to take seriously our mission in Maturing the Saved as stated in our Mission Statement. I am very grateful and proud of the Leaders and Teachers who serve in Christian Education as they have moved to a higher level in preparation of their studies which adds to growth of the Bates Family. Because of your sacrifice and commitment, many lives are being transformed and strengthened through the Word of God. We were committed each month to move beyond these walls to take the Gospel to those in nursing homes and prisons teaching the Good News to those who are unable to attend Worship. We were blessed in our dedication to sharing with the residents of Mt. Holly Nursing Home, Camelot Nursing Home, the Dierson Center and the St. Anns Dismiss Charities for men. We thank God for the opportunities to teach this Gospel to those who are in need. We give special thanks to the Rev. Joe & Dorothy Starks and Deacon John and Sallie Lacey for their faithfulness and dedication to Lord and the ministry. Bates Bible Institute Moving Forward through Participation Here Am I, Send Me, was our 2013 theme for the Bates Bible Institute, which was held April 8th - 10th. Our focus theme was found in the book of Isaiah chapter 6:1-8. It began with our classes held throughout our facilities and taught by our Special Guest facilitators. ADULT CLASSES: Theme: Moving Forward Through Participation Here Am I, Send Me - Pastor Killen Gray, New Mt. Zion Prayer: Accessing the Throne-room of Heaven - Rev. Geneva Nelson, St. Stephen Church Leadership: Answering the Call - Pastor Tim Findley, Kingdom Fellowship Discipleship: Here Am I, Send Me- Pastor Eric Johnson, Galilee Baptist Church Womens: Released to Worship! Rev. Linda Bunton, Canaan Christian Church Evangelism: Not Just Lip Service - Rev. Shirley Anderson, Spirit of Love Worship Center Mens Class: Managing the Man in the Mirror - Pastor Vincent James, Elim Baptist Church YOUTH CLASSES: Here Am I, Send Me High School: Rev, Terra Epps & Quinton Johnson, Bates Memorial Middle School: Rev. Nicole Hardin & John Randolph, Bates Memorial Elementary: Mike Holloway & Dana Beavers, Bates Memorial

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We were also blessed by the powerful, anointed preaching by Rev. Dr. Marcus Cosby, Pastor of the Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church in Houston, TX. The entire congregation was blessed! We were lead in worship by Music World Entertainment & Grammy Award Winner, LeAndria Johnson, National Recording Artist, Patrick Dobson and the Bates Memorial Mass Choir. We experienced a record number of attendances each night. We say thank you to those who helped to make this event a blessing to the Bates Memorial Church. Life Training Institute (LTI) The Life Training Institute (LTI) continues to strengthen our congregation with weekly study of the Word. Our primary focus is to Make Disciples. The purpose of LTI is to equip believers of all spiritual maturity levels at Bates Memorial Church to become more effective and committed Disciples of Christ by promoting excellence in mind, character and service through the ministry of Christian Education. The four areas emphases are: Discipleship, Ministry, Stewardship and Evangelism. Discipleship encompasses learning more about Christ. Ministry is how you transfer that knowledge into action. Stewardship is the act of each disciple diligently supporting the ministry by sharing your gifts, talents, and financial support to the ministry. Evangelism is the act of spreading this knowledge through acts of service in the church and throughout our communities. Bates Bookstore The Bates Memorial Bookstore has been open for business for three years now. All praises to an almighty God! We salute John Randolph and the entire Bookstore staff and volunteers who serve diligently in providing material that is enlightening to its consumers and has been a blessing to many lives of the Bates Memorial Members. The Bookstore is stocked with wide variety of Bibles and Resources. The shelves are also lined with various literary genres: African American Theology, Inspirational, Christian Fiction, Womens, and Mens, Children & Youth, Christian Relationships and so much more! You can also purchase traveling mugs, fleece jackets and Hoodies adorned with the Bastes Memorial logo. True Love Waits jewelry has been a big ticket item for our youth and young adults who commit their lives back to God each year. We were also blessed to host book signings for Rev. Dr. Lance Watson, Rev. Dr. Otis Moss and Rev. Dr. Jasmine Scurlark. We were also honored to feature our pastor, Dr. F. Bruce Williams two new books, Gideon: A Hero in the Making and You Can Have as far as You Can See, which are our bestsellers. And to add to our excitement, we were again honored to feature the Bates Memorial Mass Choirs CD entitled, King of Glory, which is available in the Bookstore. What a great year in the Bookstore! Nursery The Bates Memorial Nursery Ministry believes that children are our special gift that God entrust to our care. This year we welcomed our New Nursery Director, Mrs. Shont Darling! She has been a gift to this ministry as we initiated our new Kid-Style Worship @ the Nursery! The Nursery is a fun, unique, and creative worship experience designed just for kids. Our goal is to help the children to develop their worship style, passion, and knowledge of The Word of God.

We look forward to the Nursery growing in volunteers and participation from our parents. We thank God for Mrs. Darling as she shares her heart with the Children of Bates! New Disciples The New Disciples classes have moved to the next level of teaching. This year we added several new teachers to the New Disciples Orientation and MasterLife Classes. This has enabled us to have even more class times to meet the needs of our growing congregation. The New Disciples Ministry has proven to be a vital part in the development of our congregation. We say thank you to all of the teachers for their hard work and dedica-

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tion. During our three graduations, a total of 372 persons from various stages of New Members and MasterLife courses received certificates marking their accomplishments!! Congratulations to all of our 2013 New Disciples!! Bible Study Freedom Night and Bates Memorial Freedom Night offers a midweek opportunity for you to explore experience and enjoy the lifechanging, character-building, breakthrough-enabling Word of God. Every Wednesday at Noon, we offer Bible Study featuring a food for your body and a feast your soul. In just one hour, you can treat yourself to a full course meal of spiritual empowerment! Bates X-travaganza The Bates "X-travaganza" grows bigger and better every year! Several thousand people were fed and entertained as the park was filled with live music, carnival rides, horse/pony rides, community vendors (fire truck, police helicopter, police mounting patrol), free food (chicken, hot dogs, hamburgers, pork chops, corn, baked beans, potato salad, watermelon, etc.). Our Saturday Night Live began with the Bates Memorial Childrens Church Choir and the St. Stephens Womans Choir followed by the preached Word by Pastor Williams. The evening culminated with a concert featuring Leon Timbo, Tanya Baker and Anita Wilson. The anointing flowed throughout Shelby Park and many souls surrendered their lives to Christ. I would like to give a special Thank You to Ron Duke, Toni Phelps, Anthony Christian and their teams of volunteers. And I want to say Thank You to Stephanie Ford and the MANY volunteers who assisted me in making this event a huge success!! Vacation Bible School This year the Christian Education Staff were blessed to write the curriculum for our annual Vacation Bible School! M.A.D Making a Difference for Jesus! * M.A.D. for Jesus through Evangelism: Not Just Lip Service, Isaiah 6:6-8 * M.A.D. for Jesus through Discipleship: Feed My Sheep, John 21:15-17 * M.A.D. for Jesus through Stewardship: Woman with Two Mites, Mark 12:42 * M.A.D. for Jesus through Faith: I Have Something to Give! Luke 7:36-50 * M.A.D. for Jesus in my Community: What Shall I Render Unto the Lord? Psalms 116 There were a record number of attendances each night for fellowship, food and study in Gods Word. Each evening began with sincere worship and praise in the Sanctuary which carried into the classrooms. Classes were led by seasoned and first time teachers of Bates Memorial who did an outstanding job! Our Young Adult class was led by Pastor Chris Campbell and our Adult class was taught by Rev. Kilen Gray, Pastor of the New Mt. Zion Church in Shelbyville, KY. Vacation Bible School closed out with a beautiful presentation from our Pre-School and youth classes who demonstrated being M.A.D. for Jesus. Eleven people gave their lives to Christ and were baptized!!! This event culminated with a Community Day of Service, where the participants canvassed the Smoketown neighborhood, cleaning trash and debris, while witnessing the Love of Jesus Christ on the way. We thank God for the awesome leadership of Candice Johnson who led our volunteers in presenting one of the best Vacation

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Bible Schools ever! A special thanks to the City of Louisville for donating our supplies to support the day of service. Assimilation Ministry The Assimilation Ministry and the Nursery Ministry were two ministries which have struggled in the past. We thank God for Margaret Reed and her team of volunteers who have committed to the task of reaching out to all who join Bates Memorial. The Assimilation Ministry diligently guides and tracks new members through the Orientation process and into the life of the Church. Moving Forward - 2014 2013 proved that with God, all things are possible! The Christian Education Staff of Volunteers and teachers have been faithful to their calling in allowing God to use them for His glory. We will continue in our studies to provide qualitative classes that will nurture our members spiritually so they can grow and enjoy a closer relationship with God, the Church and all other relationships. I stand with great anticipation that God will continue to do marvelous things for Bates Memorial through the Ministry of Christian Education. I am confident that we are following His will and the mission of this Church to Make Disciples! To God be the Glory for the Great Things He has done! Rev. Carla Anderson, Minister of Education

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Additional Ministry Members Audio/Sound (5) Social Media (2) Distribution & Sales (5) Video (6) Screen Operators (5) 2013 Goals -Media wide growth with an understanding of job functions and responsibilities. -Improve communication between media and other ministries -Increase numerically in volunteers Were we able to accomplish/exceed 2013 goals? If not, how we will do that in 2013 Towards the end of the year, we gained several new volunteers. Our participation in the ministry mall was very helpful. As well, we placed an announcement in the printed and electronic View. We also requested a need for volunteers to be emphasized by Pastor during services. We are excited to add to the number. With the hiring of a Media Director we hope to exceed our ministry goals in 2014. 2013 Activities We participated in our two bible studies and four worship services weekly by providing Media service in all aspects. We also participated in Special Days and events at Bates. Several volunteers assisted in the distribution and sale of the Bates Memorial Mass Choir CD project, during community events. How we made an impact in the church Through communication via social media, visual, sound, and distribution. We were excited when Pastor joined the Twitter world. He tweeted out messages of truth and hope. Pastors tweets along with post from the Bates Memorial Facebook Page and Twitter account, allowed the ministry as a whole to get God's word out in a creative yet impactful way. Additional Members to Ministry Social Media 1 Video 2 Audio/Sound 0 Distribution/Sales 1 PowerPoint 4

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RDYM Purpose: Through the following programs, RDYM challenges young people to RIDE or DIE! Bates Annex 728 East Lampton Street 502.587.9625 RH Purpose: The purpose of The Rabbit Hole (Bible Study for Youth) is to arm young people with the WORD of God and teach them how to live VICTORIOUSLY in Christ Jesus. Through weekly bible study students are taught how to apply biblical truths, values and beliefs to their daily lives. On-Going Meeting Date/Time: Wednesdays, 7:00pm Location(s): Middle School Division, Annex Conference Room High School Division, Fellowship Hall OUTreach Team, Louisville Metro Youth Detention Center Annual Event(s): True Love Waits? Bible Study Series and Covenant Ceremony, April May True Love Waits? Bible Study Series is a series of biblically based teachings that teach students (regardless of past sexual behavior) the benefits of and how to abstain from sex until entering into a God ordained marriage Purity Prom, May RH Tagline: Teaching a revolutionary TRUTH that will set young people FREE! RH Vision Scripture: If you hold to my teaching, you are really my disciples. Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you FREE. John 8: 31 -32 Ed Purpose: The Education Team serves as a catalyst in closing racial and economic disparities in higher education by implementing various programs that prepare middle and high school students for life after high school. On-Going Meeting Date(s)/Time(s): Spring Sessions: January February & March Fall Sessions: September, October & November Thursdays and/or Saturdays Bi-Monthly 10:00am-12:00pm High School Students, Preparing for Life AFTER High School Workshops 10:00am-11:00am Middle School, Preparing for High School Workshops Location(s): Middle School/Annex Conference Room High School/Fellowship Hall Annual Event(s): College Tour & Road Trip Orientation, April High School College Tour, April Middle School Road Trip, April Marks of Excellence: Ceremony of Recognition, June Marks of Excellence: Ceremony of Recognition "celebrates" the academic, athletic, social, etc. achievements of young people no matter how small, pre-school thru college, honors graduates at ALL levels and award's scholarships. ED Tagline: More than a College Tour & Road Trip!

Page 23 ED Vision Scripture: My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge. Hosea 4:6 Mentoring Purpose: Women of SPICE and The PACT are intensive mentoring programs for middle/high school students designed to address issues critical to the transition from adolescence to adulthood. On-Going Meeting Date/Time(s): Women of SPICE, Tuesdays, 6:00pm The PACT, Wednesdays, 6:00pm Location(s): Middle School Division, Annex Conference Room High School Division, Fellowship Hall

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Annual Event(s): Gods Top Models Pageant, June Gods Top Model is a pageant that focuses on inner as opposed to outer beauty and celebrates the characteristics we believe representative of a Top Model for God; characteristics such as integrity, discipline, strength, assertiveness, resourcefulness, resiliency, positive attitude, etc. The pageant also serves as a strong tool for attracting and recruiting youth for the up-coming year SPICE! PACTs Three-on-Three Street Ball Tournament, September S-t-r-a-t-e-g-i-c-a-l-l-y positioned in the heart of Shepards Square, PACTs Annual Three-on-Three Street Ball Tournament draws area residents to cheer on middle and high school age males as they battle for the coveted Street Ball Championship. The tournament also serves as a strong tool for attracting and recruiting youth for the up-coming PACT year! Mentoring Orientation, September Team Building Activity @ Jefferson Memorial Forest, October MENTORING Vision Scripture: Follow my example, as I follow the example of Christ. I Corinthians 11:1 SPICE Tagline: Seasoned with SPICE PACT Tagline: Preparing Achievement through Christian Transformation RDYM Accomplishments - 2013 SUSTENTION of RDYM as a MINISTRY e.g. infrastructure, structural processes, individual teams, Team Leaders/Players, etc. Addition of Team Leaders/Players: LaTanya Forte SPICE/MS, Team Leader; Shantelle Simpson SPICE/HS, returning Mentor; Tamika Williams SPICE/HS, returning Mentor; Marian Vasser RH/HS, Teacher; Imani Williams RH/HS, Teacher; Brenda Henderson RH/MS, Teacher; Odell Henderson RH/MS, Teacher Significant increase in attendance RDYM Parent Orientation Slight increase in attendance FALL BONUS Workshops MS & HS Divisions Continue to strengthen program continuity Increased regular and consistent attendance to the Rabbit Hole (both divisions) Strategic partnership with Girl Talk National digital mentoring program SPECIAL THANKS to Monique ONeal & Lauren Reynolds for valued service (8 -9 years respectively) to the Rabbit Hole/HS (teachers) and CONGRATULATIONS as they both embark on new endeavors! CONGRATULATIONS to Anthony Perry Youth Achiever of the Year/YMCA of Greater Louisvilles Black Achievers and Gates Millennium Scholar 2013! Bachelor of Arts Degree awarded to Cheryl Williamson, posthumously, by Western Kentucky University! RDYM Goals - 2014 SUSTENTION of RDYM as a MINISTRY Continue to strengthen program continuity Increase regular and consistent attendance to the Rabbit Hole (both divisions) Launch a Teen Parent Mentoring component to Women of SPICE, September

Page 24 Secure additional teachers for The Rabbit Hole, Bible Study for Youth at the Louisville Metro Youth Detention Center Continue to INCREASE the number of at risk students, in particularly males, that attend FALL and SPRING preparatory workshops, College Tour & Road Trip Addition of a Social Media & Marketing Team Continue to STRENGTHEN and expand advertisement e.g. social media, etc. of RDYM programming Continue to prayerfully secure additional RDYM Team Leaders and Team Players

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Additional Ministry Positions Band Director (1) Choir Directors (5) Praise Team Leaders(2) Administrative Assistant (1) Administrative Leaders (7) * What were your ministry goals for 2013? 1. Continue in enriching the spiritual climate of the ministry ,100% Participation by every members, Adding to the numerical growth ,Training members to take on leadership roles,Intentional fellowship
*Were you able to accomplish or exceed your goals for 2013? If so, how? If not, what will you do in 2014 to make sure that you accomplish or exceed your goals for 2013? We accomplished our goal of increasing the spiritual climate by continuing our weekly devotional focus and time of prayer and fasting. We witnessed God answer prayers and do the miraculous in the lives of our members and loved ones! We added to the numerical growth of the ministry by adding a choir director, additional administrative leaders and new members all around. We accomplished our goal of being intentional about fellowship by holding events throughout the year collectively as a Mass choir, and individual as a choirs and praise will continue work on having 100% participation by every members. We plan to adjust the ministry schedule in 2014 and communicate changes and updates in a timely fashion. To make sure that we accomplish and exceed our goal of training members to take on leadership roles host training workshop(s) and build upon the spiritual gifts of the ministry members. Along with serving as worship leaders at our WOW bible studies and four worship services each weekend, the music ministry participated in each Special Day, and church wide events throughout the year. We were blessed to minister in the Louisville community. This year we ministered at: the 2nd annual Derby Gospel Fest, WLOU/WLLV SummerFest, Full Gospel Baptist Church Fellowship International Pre -Conference Service, and Gospel Music Workshop of America Membership Kick -Off Rally. We also ministered at the Louisville Presbyterian Seminary's Ministers and Pastors Consultation worship services, held at Bates. We were blessed to open for the Fred Hammond and United Tenors 'Everybody Get Up Tour' also held at Bates. We accompanied Pastor to several preaching engagements -- Kingdom Fellowship Christian Life Center's 5th Anniversary worship service, the National Baptist Convention, First Virginia Avenue Baptist Church, Indiana Missionary Baptist State Convention. We held our annual orientation in February and held two additional orientations for new members throughout the year. We held our annual bowling and BBQ outings as a means to fellowship and have FUN. We started the fall season strong by holding a Fall Workshop with Rev. Eugene Gibson, senior pastor of Olivet Fellowship Baptist Church in Memphis, TN. He poured into us the importance of our role as Worship Leaders. This helped the ministry as we moved forward to finish the year strong. How did your ministry make an impact in the life of the church and/or community in 2013? The ministry leaders and members worked hard to ensure that as we ministered at church and in the community that we lived out our role as Worship Leaders. We helped to encourage and strengthen the congregation, each other, and the community through music.

We helped members in need by providing practical help, whether it was a ride, a monetary donation, food, or just being present. How many additional members were added to your ministry in 2013?We had approximately 25 new members to join the music ministry. * What are specific goals for your ministry in order for your ministry to make an impact in 2014 1. Continue to enrich and strengthen the spiritual climate of the ministry 2. Increase the ministry numerically 3. 100% participation and dedication in aspects of the ministry 4. Train members to take on leadership roles 5. Continue to facilitate and participate in intentional fellowship and service within the ministry and community

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BCDC continues the mission of enhancing the quality of urban life with the dedication and commitment of the BCDC staff and volunteers throughout the year. BCDC program highlights in 2013 include the Healthy Hearts Initiative and the Kingdom Academy After School Enrichment Program. Monthly health screening events and two health fairs were offered to community residents who obtained services such as mammograms, AIDS/HIV screenings, and blood pressure checks as well important health care materials and information regarding the Affordable Care Act, which was enacted on October 1, 2013. A six-week cooking class educated adult participants on how to prepare healthy and nutritious meals on a budget. Additionally, a second Cooper Clayton Smoking Cessation series was added to the Fall schedule. Kingdom Academy After School Program tripled student enrollment for the 2013-14 school year and expanded the partnership with Jefferson County Public Schools by offering out-of-school time (OST) programming at Meyzeek Middle School four days at week. BCDCs collaborations and partnerships with local non-profits, community groups and human services organizations were essential to our efforts in 2013. A new partnership was established with River City Love Squad and our collaboration with Meyzeek Middle School was expanded. River City Love Squad coordinated a Christmas Fellowship & Dinner at 1228 South Jackson and where over 200 individuals enjoyed a delicious holiday meal and received free blankets and other gifts. Louisville Metro Health and Wellness and Norton Healthcare provided funding that supported our Healthy Hearts Initiative, while Louisville Asset Building Coalition awarded a grant for operation of the free VITA tax service during tax season. Our partnership with Dare to Care was expanded to include a low-cost food coop that enables BCDC to augment food pantry stocks. Dare to Care also provided free groceries and a nutritionist for the six-week Cooking Matters class which was attended by approximately fifteen individuals. Volunteer support throughout the year was vital to our success in offering much needed services to community residents. In 2013, more than fifty individuals volunteered over 1,600 hours to BCDC by serving meals on Saturdays, assisting at health screening events, working in the clothes closet, tutoring at our after school program and providing technical support in addressing our communications and marketing needs. BCDC maintains a strong volunteer and community service base with the help of Jefferson County District Courts and Metro United Way. We also continue a strong relationship with the church family through events such as the Bates Extravaganza and the Bates Tree of Angels. BCDC is grateful for your continued support through Power of One contributions. The Power of One is vital to our ability to offer programs such as A Pearl to Wear Clothes Closet, the Healthy Hearts initiative, Kingdom Academy, Dare to Care, and the Bates Granny Network. Your support in 2014 will enable us to continue our outreach to individuals and families living in the Smoketown and Shelby Park neighborhoods and throughout the Louisville Metro area. On behalf of the BCDC Board, the Executive Director, and our committed staff and volunteers, we invite you to visit BCDC and participate with us in serving our community and making a difference as we compassionately minister to human needs.

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98TH CHURCH ANNIVERSARY REV. CHARLES E. GOODMAN

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BATES BIBLE INSTITUTE DR. MARCUS COSBY

SEVEN LAST WORDS & EASTER DRAMA PRODUCTION

DR. F. BRUCE WILLIAMS, DR. WALTER MALONE, DR. KEVIN COSBY, DR. KATHY GOODWIN, REV. ROSLYN AKINS, REV. DANIEL SHULL, REV. VINCENT JAMES

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CHILDREN, YOUTH AND YOUNG ADULT DAY GUEST SPEAKER REV. JEFFERY JOHNSON III

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GUEST

MENS WEEKEND CELEBRATION SPEAKERS DR. LANCE WATSON, DR. KEVIN COSBY

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MENS WEEKEND CELEBRATION GUEST SPEAKER, DR. OTIS MOSS

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VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL

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BATES X-TRAVAGANZA

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BATES X-TRAVAGANZA

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GUEST

WOMENS WEEKEND SPEAKER, DR. JASMIN SCURLARK

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27TH

DR. F. BRUCE AND DR. MICHELLE WILLIAMS PASTORAL ANNIVERSARYREV. WILLIE FRANCIOS III

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SENIORS WEEKEND- REV. JOE STARKS, REV. JOE ELLISON, REV. CHARLES DUNCAN, REV. H.D. COCKERHAM

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HALLELUJAH PARTY

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FRED HAMMOND

AND THE

UNITED TENORS CONCERT

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DR. JEREMIAH WRIGHT

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GOSPEL NATIVITY MUSICAL

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WATCHNIGHT 2013

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CHURCH IN ACTION COMMITTED TO

THE DEVELOPMENT OF OUR LEADERS-2013

B . L . T.

In 2013 Bates Memorial took part in a congregation wide survey that accessed the effectiveness of our overall ministry. After the survey was tallied, we vowed to focus on areas of that needed improvement and continue to develop the areas in which we are succeeding.

COMMITTED TO THOSE IN JAILS OR PRISONS-PRISON MINISTRY THANKSGIVING BIBLE STUDY AND DINNER

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CHURCH IN ACTION COMMITTED TO THE UPLIFTING OF WOMEN WOMENS WEEKEND FELLOWSHIP

COMMITTED TO FELLOWSHIPPING WITH BELIEVIERS PASTOR WILLIAMS AT ST. STEPHEN

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CHURCH IN ACTION C O M M I T T EC DOT MO M IP TR TO ED V IT D OI N SE G RV E ID CE UCATIONAL BAT O EP SP M OE R M TO U RN IA IL TI R E ES NO FV OA R TE O SU T RH Y EO N U U T RH SERY S PR IN G BREAK C OL L E GE ROA D TR IP

COMMITTED TO THE UPLIFTING OUR YOUNG WOMEN S . P. I . C . E . M E N T O R I N G C L A S S

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CHURCH IN ACTION COMMITTED

TO THE PROVIDING EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR OUR YOUTH-SPRING BREAK COLLEGE TOUR

COMMITTED

TO THE EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE OF OUR YOUTH

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CHURCH IN ACTION COMMITTED TO THE EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE OF OUR CHERYL WILLIAMSON EDUCATIONAL TRIBUTE
YOUTH

Cheryl Williamson was a dedicated member of Bates Youth and Young Adult Ministry. Her personality was infectious and she touched everyone that she came in contact with. Sadly, Cheryls life was tragically ended in November of 2012, just months before receiving her well earned college degree. Bates Memorial was able to pay tribute to Cheryl during our Youth and Young Adult Weekend in which her mother received Cheryls Bachelor of Arts Degree posthumously, by Western Kentucky University. We will always remember Cheryls spirit and her one word mission that fueled her life...BELIEVE.

COMMITTED

TO THE HEALTH OF OUR CONGREGATION AND COMMUNITY-BCDC EXERCISE PROGRAMS

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CHURCH IN ACTION COMMITTED

TO AFFECTED BY

BRINGING AWARENESS AND SUPPORTING BREAST CANCER-BATES MEMORIAL PINK

THOSE OUT

COMMITTED

TO

BUILDING NEW MINISTRIES

FOR THE

KINGDOM

In 2013 Bates Memorial launched its newly restructured Parking Ministry. Rain, Sleet, Sunshine or Snow, these dedicated ministry members accommodate the great needs of Bates Parking Ministry.

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CM HM UR CT H NTA CP TR IO CO IT EI D O AN YER COMMITTED TO MINISTERING TO THOSE IN NEED BATES MEMORIAL AT THE SALVATION ARMY

COMMITTED TO PROVIDING FELLOWSHIP BATES SUPERBOWL PARTY

COMMITTED TO PROVIDING FELLOWSHIP BATES MENS SOUL FOOD AND POOL TOURNAMENT

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CHURCH IN ACTION COMMITTED

TO

PROVIDING OPPORTUNITIES BATES MINISTRY MALL

FOR SERVICE-

COMMITED

TO THE HEALTH OF OUR MEMBERS & COMMUNITY BCDC COOKING MATTERS WORKSHOP

COMMITTED TO THOSE THAT ARE INCARCERATEDPRISON MINISTRY HALLOWEEN FELLOWSHIP

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CHURCH IN ACTION
COMMITTED TO SERVICE-BCDC HABITAT FOR HUMANITY HOUSE BUILDING

COMMITTED TO SERVING THE COMMUNITYBCDC COMMUNITY THANKSGIVING DINNR

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CHURCH IN ACTION REV. SANDRA COMMITTED TO MISSIONS MOORE, REV. KIMBERLY BLACKFORD, REV. ERIC FRENCH MISSIONS TRIP TO HAITI

COMMITTED TO DEVELOPING DEACONS DEACON ORDINATION

FOR

MINISTRY-

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M E M B E R S H I P S TA T I S T I C S 2013 MEMBERSHIP

Joined How Baptism Letter Watchcare Christian Experience

Joined How Baptism Letter Watchcare Christian Experience Total

159 212 2 8 381

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1000 900 800 700 600 500 400 300 200 100 0
Sept Nov Jan Apr Aug March
May

SNL 8 a.m 9:45 11:30

Month Jan Feb March Apr May June July Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec

SNL 255 235 230 175 183 254 273 191 207 157 234 232

8 a.m. 318 306 336 298 248 320 322 333 259 249 269 210

9:45a.m. 853 694 929 648 637 686 680 775 638 505 550 457

11:30a.m. 772 752 737 647 658 701 751 721 698 495 595 463

June

Watch Night Service Attendance 7:00 p.m. 1493 10:00 p.m. 895 Watchnight Sermon Trust In The Lord

Dec

Feb

July

Oct

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2014 BLUEPRINT
Bates Memorial 3 Year Themes - 2013 Thru 2015 "MOVING FORWARD!" Toward One Church, Two Campuses Exodus 14:15; Philippians 3:14 (This theme is designed to take us thru to the Centennial) 2013 - MOVING FORWARD THROUGH Participation (See 2012 Annual Report) 2014 Theme: Moving Forward Through Dedication 1. Deepen dedication of membership's financial contribution to the Master's Plan for our new facility and tithes for general ministry by establishing and offering financial management classes to empower members in the area of their personal financial stewardship. 2. Widen dedication of members to ministry involvement through volunteerism by recruiting 500 members, who are not presently involved in ministry, to dedicate themselves to be involved in doing ministry in/through the church. 3. Dedication to aggressive outreach in the Shively, Smoketown and surrounding community by seeking to reach 750 new disciples to add to the fellowship. 4. Dedicate ourselves to preparation for next level ministry by following through on the church assessment recommendations from our church consultants. 5. Dedicate ourselves to moving forward with our new facility by hiring an architect to provide an image of the new facility for the Shively Campus. 6. Dedicate ourselves to expanding our foreign missions participation by hosting the Lott Carey Foreign Missions Convention and sending disciples to service on mission trips. 7. Continue dedication to individual and congregational to the 4 AREAS OF CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER: Pray for Revival, Pray for Guidance, Pray for Abundant Resources, Pray for A Great Harvest of Human Souls

2015 - MOVING FORWARD Thru Celebration! BATES MEMORIAL Centennial! Celebrating 100 Years of Service! Celebrating the Successes - Past, Present & Future. 1. Celebrating for the entire year! 2. Celebrating our Centennial in one mass worship service at the Commonwealth Convention Center for our Church Anniversary! 3. Celebrating with a Ground Breaking Ceremony on our Shively Property! 4. Celebrating with The Festival of Preaching featuring some of the most anointed men and women of God preaching God's Word!

2014 Theme: MOVING FORWARD: THROUGH DEDICATION

AND THE LORD sAID UNTO MOsEs, WHEREfore criest thou unto me? speak unto the children of Israel, that they go forWARD I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus. Exodus 14:15; Philippians 3:14

WHY WE EXIST I. To Worship God II. To Save the Lost III. To Mature the Saved IV. To Provide Fellowship V. To Compassionately Minister to Human Need VI. To Transform Society

Bates Memorial Baptist Church 620 EAST Lampton Street Louisville, KY 40203 Www.batesmemorial.com (502) 636-0523 / (502) 636-9254 FAX