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In this season of Night to Shine preparation, we will take time to break down those difficult questions that we have all faced.

Pastor Mark and Lyndsays classes will not meet separately until after Night to Shine. Be on the lookout for the great studies coming soon with these small groups!!

Sunbeam Registration

Mission Friends Registration

Girls in Action Registration

Royal Ambassadors Registration

The Pinewood Derby was a highlight of 2025. So... Let's do it again!

Meet us in the blue gym February 25th for a fun night of fellowship!

If you have any questions, please see Tod Lanier or Ellier Gervero

Every Wednesday, between 8am and 1pm, we dedicate our time to enhancing and maintaining our facility to honor the space we have been blessed with.

For further details, please reach out to Pastor Hal.

Our church food pantry is always in need of items. We are blessed that we are able to serve many families when they call and need a bag of food.

The pantry plays a vital role in our community, providing food for those who are in need. Your generous donations can make a significant difference in someone's life.

We're currently in need of non-perishable food items such as canned goods, pasta, snacks, Ramen noodles, snack fruit cups, canned soups, bottled water and cookies. If you're able to contribute, please bring your donations to the church office.

Thank you for your continued support and for being a blessing to our community.

Join us on Fridays at 6:30 in our small group room

We are a supportive community for individuals struggling with a range of challenges, including mental illness, addiction, poor health, grief, and more. Together, we can work toward overcoming these obstacles and emerge stronger and more resilient.

EXERCISE

MONDAYS & WEDNESDAYS 10:30AM - 11:30AM

LINE DANCING

THURSDAY 4:00PM - 5:30PM

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT

ELLEN KING: 214-310-2668

Next Stage, Next Steps

I'll never forget their first steps. Blake toddled across the hotel room at Animal Kingdom chasing a stuffed Simba. We all cheered and celebrated the 10-foot journey. We no longer cheer when he walks across the room. At this stage of life for my children, it's stages and hallways, and fields that bring applause. Soon, it will be aisles walked and life transitions that bring celebration. Each stage of development brings next steps.

Just as humans grow through each stage of life, each stage in the church brings new challenges and next steps. Byne has lived longer than most churches, which brings a cyclical nature to development. In this next stage, there are two steps that seem to be especially important: launching leaders and connecting generations.

As we enter the new year, I believe we are entering into a new stage that is critical to the health of our church family. Rather than simply building an organization by hiring more staff, we need to revisit the letter to the church at Ephesus where Paul instructs elders to equip the saints for the work of the ministry. If the Holy Spirit has filled each believer, every believer has a role to play and an area to serve.

Ryan Burge, a sociologist and researcher, released a study showing the demographic cliff coming for all denominations and churches. According to his recent study, 45% of Southern Baptists are baby boomers over the age of 64. While Byne has a history of pushing life expectancy far beyond national averages by decades, the reality of the demographic shift will have countless ramifications.

One such change will be healthy. Churches of the future will not be wealthy churches with large budgets. The typical church will be agile and dependent upon typical believers trusting in a supernatural God to use us in uncommon ways. The church of the future is a return to the past. A return to the way it should have always been.

The second step that is significant at this stage is a shift to intergenerational ministry. We love being a church that spans generations-being multi-generational is a key part of our vision statement. In the last hundred years, multi-generational churches have shifted to segmented, separated, and siloed churches with departments that specialize in homogenous isolation. Kids go here, senior adults go there. While ministry must always recognize the unique characteristics and needs of each group, a church that doesn't find its identity as a part of the whole body for the common good of the whole body will fall into ruin. Just as a hand delivers food to the mouth and the feet take the body where it needs to go, we all exist to serve the whole.

The health of the body is dependent not just upon having many body parts, but parts that work together for each other and with each other. This year, we will continue to grow as not only a multi-generational church, but an inter-generational church.

Find your place in the body as you serve. Find your place in the family as you serve other generations with other generations for every generation.

MISSIONS UPDATE

Mission Opportunities

Mission Trips

Puerto Rico Mission Trip
? April 22-27, 2026
Please begin praying for the 16 people who will be serving:
Hal & Donna Pinson, Fred & Joyce Jones, Johnnie & Rhonda Dyal,
Ed & Rhenda Coxwell, Stuart & Allegra Zahacy,
Robert & Debbie Titus, Ryan Eubanks, Danny Wilkinson,
Christian Eulo & Denise Hall

Philippines Mission Trip
? September 22-October 7, 2026
Start praying now about joining what God is doing in the Philippines.

Special Opportunities

Happy Hearts
? February 17th at 5:00 PM

Men's Ministry

Join us on Wednesday nights at 6:15 PM for Men's Bible Study.
Led by Charlie Brown & Calvin Johnson
Study: Overcoming - Revelation by Matt Chandler

Ministry Opportunities

Night to Shine (NTS)
NTS is just around the corner! Please sign up now to volunteer or sponsor.

If you are available to help with projects during the week, please contact Hal Pinson.

Workdays:
• Every Wednesday, 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
• Monday-Friday, February 2-6, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
• Set-Up Day: Saturday, February 7, 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
• Tear-Down Day: Saturday, February 14, 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

FAITH Riders

Our FAITH Riders have been busy sharing their stories. Thank you to everyone participating!
Please contact Durwood if you are willing to share your story in the Share Tent.

Overcomers

A wonderful small-group opportunity for fellowship and encouragement.
Fridays at 6:30 PM | Room 114
Eddy leads this group and loves sharing his story to encourage those facing life's challenges.

International Ministry

International Small Group
Sundays at 9:30 AM | Room 316

ESL Ministry
A great way to learn English, build relationships, and share the Good News.
? Sundays from 4:00-6:00 PM

Red Cross Blood Drive

? February 26th in the 300 wing

Maintenance Opportunities

We are always looking for volunteers to help around campus.
Please call if you are interested.

NEW BUS!

We currently owe approximately $40,000 on our church bus.
If God leads you to help us pay off this loan, please give to the church and designate your gift to "Church Bus."

Vision Statement

To be a multicultural, multi-generational, Great Commission church that exalts Jesus Christ and leads people to discover their purpose in Him through love.

Mission Statement

To Know, Love, and Live for Jesus!

Byne Kids

Kids Ministry Update

We are enjoying our series called "Defined: Who God Says You Are." This series is an 8-week journey through who God says we are and how we can combat all of life by understanding our identity is in Him. In a world so full of chaos and confusion, it's so important to help our children find truth. The world would tell them they aren't good enough or not smart enough. God calls us HIS!

The key verse is Ephesians 2:10 "For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared ahead of time for us to do." I pray this scripture is set to memory for our children, along with the many scriptures they will be introduced to in this series.

We would love for you to partner with us in prayer as we seek God's guidance to help us be defined.

Byne Christian School

Prayer and Opportunity to Get Involved

Prayers

We celebrate our 100th day of school on Tuesday, February 3rd-a special milestone we mark each year, especially with our younger students. Let this be a sweet reminder to pray for our children as they grow and learn so quickly.

Preview Days begin Thursday, February 5th. Please pray for our current families and for prospective families as they consider BCS. Lift up all who are serving during these days, that we would honor God in all we do.

Our seniors are finalizing their time with us. Please pray for them and their families as they seek wisdom and guidance while making important decisions about their next steps in life.

How to Get Involved

Ongoing Opportunities

Prayer - Keep Byne Christian School on your prayer list
Volunteer - Help with Preview Days, the Talent Show and Auction, or Graduation
You don't need a student at BCS to make a difference. We welcome greeters, office help, and friendly faces on campus!
Substitute Teaching - Consider joining our substitute teacher list

This Month

Invite someone to Preview Days and meet them here for support
Bid on Auction items-there's something for everyone at every price point
Help with Wednesday lunches while teachers participate in their Teach Like a Disciple book study, exploring how Jesus served those around Him

Thank you for faithfully supporting the ministry of Byne Christian School. We are grateful for you and the joy you bring to our community.

With joy,
Dr. Denise Hall

BCS Website Quicklink

Instructions to Get the App & Give Online

Setting Up Online Giving with Planning Center:

Download the Church Center App
- For iPhone/iPad: Visit the App Store and search for "Church Center"
- For Android: Visit the Google Play Store and search for "Church Center"
- Download and install the free app
Connect to Our Church
- Open the Church Center app
- Search for our "Byne" in the app
- Tap to connect to our church
Create Your Account
- Tap "Sign Up" if you're a new user
- Enter your email address and create a password
- Verify your email address through the confirmation link sent to your inbox
Set Up Your First Gift
- Once logged in, tap the "Give" tab
- Tap "Give Now"
- Enter your gift amount
- Select the fund you wish to give to (General Fund, Missions, Building Fund, etc.)
- Choose your payment method:
  - Add a bank account (ACH - no fees)
  - Add a debit/credit card
- Review and complete your gift
Set Up Recurring Giving (Optional)
- In the "Give" section, tap "Schedule a Gift"
- Choose your gift amount and fund
- Select frequency (weekly, bi-weekly, monthly)
- Choose your start date
- Select your payment method
- Confirm your recurring gift

Giving Through the Website:

You can also give directly through our church website www.byne.org. The process is similar to the app-simply create an account, enter your gift details, and complete your transaction.

Need Help?

If you have questions or need assistance with the transition, please contact the church office at 229-436-5700. We're here to help make this transition as smooth as possible.

Important Note: Please cancel any recurring gifts you have set up through Subsplash before December 31 to avoid duplicate giving during the transition period.

Financial Reports

February 4: Wednesday Night Activites + Tough Questions

February 5: BCS Preview Day

February 6: Overcomers

February 7: NTS Work Day

February 7: NTS Prep Rally

February 8: Big Tent Sunday

February 9-13: NTS Decorating and Setup

February 9: Richardson WOM

February 10: Campbell WOM

February 11: No Wednesday Activities

February 13: NIGHT TO SHINE!

February 16: Deacon Meeting

February 17: Happy Hearts

February 17: BCS Preview Night

February 18: Wednesday Night Activities

February 20: Overcomers

February 21: Momsquerade

February 22: NTS Sunday

February 25: Family Night - Pinewood Derby Races

February 26: Blood Drive

Children's Bible Recommendation

What Bible should I read?

What version will help my children better understand God's word?

What do the red letters mean?

How can I help my children be more excited about reading their Bible?

All of these are great questions so we want to provide you with a great recommendation. We aren't in the book business but we are trying to make every effort to partner with parents to help in training our children in the way they should go. (Proverbs 22:6) The best way we can do this is to model to them how we connect with God on a daily basis.

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