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A Father's Love is Second to None

6/21/2021

Show Fathers Appreciation

Greetings Morning Star Baptist Church Family and Friends:

Last Sunday, we celebrated Father’s Day. We intentionally set aside some time to pay homage to those men who have stood in the gap and provided guidance, protection, love, support, compassion, and at times a listening ear.

     Fatherhood has little to do with biology. Fatherhood has everything to do with love, commitment, and possessing a genuine concern for the hearts, souls, minds, and bodies of those little ones the Lord place in paths.

     Men often get a bad rap. Society focuses on those men who fail to demonstrate genuine love and compassion for others. Society highlights those men who fail to remain committed to the cause of uplifting all humanity through love and service in Christ Jesus by loving and serving the “least of these” in the world.

     I said on Sunday that men have a tough act to follow, referring to Mothers. But truth be told, men (true men) do a good job holding their own. They are the silent backbone of our communities. They are the protectorates of life and wellbeing. They are the solid rock on which God created all humanity. Let us never forget the sacrifice of Fathers, men who display genuine love and affection for all humankind. Let us pay homage to the Fathers in our lives every day of the year, giving them their flowers while they are blessed to receive them. Yes, ladies and children, men enjoy receiving flowers and all that they represent. So, share flowers of love, share flowers of encouragement in word, share flowers of concern. Let the Fathers in your life know that you care that you appreciate all they do, and that they make a difference in your life.

     We love and cherish each of you. Please remain vigilant as it relates to COVID-19. Do not be foolish and let your guard down. God gave you a mind to think with and intellect to reason with, and therefore, He expects you to do that which is wise and prudent. We miss you more than words can express.

Yours in the Service of the Lord Jesus Christ,
Pastor John H. Whitfield

STAY HOME! SAVE LIVES!
Remain Faithful and not Foolish!

1. STAY home as much as you can
2. KEEP a safe distance
3. WASH hands often
4. COVER your cough
5. SICK? Call ahead

Email: morningstar@msbcgulfport.org
Website: www.msbcgulfport.org

Pastor John H. Whitfield

Prayer for Fathers

Heavenly Father,
you entrusted your Son Jesus,
the child of Mary,
to the care of Joseph, an earthly father.
Bless all fathers
as they care for their families.
Give them strength and wisdom,
tenderness and patience.
Support them in the work they have to do,
protecting those who look to them,
as we look to you for love and salvation,
through Jesus Christ our rock and defender
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Honor your father and your mother, as the LORD your God has commanded you, so that your days may be long and that it may go well with you in the land that the LORD your God is giving you.
Jeremiah 35:7
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Morning Star Baptist Church
2050 Thornton Avenue
Gulfport, MS 39501

TO GOD BE THE GLORY!

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Emergency Rental Assistance

4/7/2021

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The Harrison County Emergency Rental Assistance Program will allow for up to 12 months of rent payments and an additional three months of forwarding payments for a total of up to 15 months of rental assistance for qualified residents as well as assistance with utilities where allowed.

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Biloxi Fire Department Vacancy

9/25/2020

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General Purpose: To participate in classroom and practical training in the performance of a wide variety of technical tasks in support of the fire prevention and suppression, medical emergency and hazardous materials handling functions; to learn the operation and maintenance of a variety of fire and rescue apparatus and equipment; and to participate in fire prevention and station and equipment maintenance activities.

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MHP Accepting Applications - Cadets '65

9/25/2020

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Jackson, MS - The Mississippi Highway Patrol is now accepting applications for the upcoming Cadet Class 65 which will begin in early 2021.

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10 Essential Health Tips For Seniors

6/5/2020

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Today, there are more people living longer than at any other time in history. In fact, baby boomers will number 78 million by 2030. "This generation, associated with social change including the civil rights and anti-war movements in the 1960s, has another important cause ”staying healthy," says soon-to-be 65-year-old Arthur Hayward, MD, a geriatrician and clinical lead physician for Kaiser Permanente.

Dr. Hayward recommends these 10 easy health tips for seniors to help baby boomers live longer and thrive:

Quit smoking. Take this critical step to improve your health and combat aging. Smoking kills by causing cancer, strokes, and heart failure. Smoking leads to erectile dysfunction in men due to atherosclerosis and to excessive wrinkling by attacking skin elasticity. Many resources are available to help you quit.
Keep active. Do something to keep fit each day, something you enjoy that maintains strength, balance, and flexibility and promotes cardiovascular health. Physical activity helps you stay at a healthy weight, prevent or control illness, sleep better, reduce stress, avoid falls and look and feel better, too.
Eat well. Combined with physical activity, eating nutritious foods in the right amounts can help keep you healthy. Many illnesses, such as heart disease, obesity, high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, and osteoporosis, can be prevented or controlled with dietary changes and exercise. Calcium and vitamin D supplements can help women prevent osteoporosis.
Maintain a healthy weight. Extra weight increases your risk for heart disease, diabetes, and high blood pressure. Use the Kaiser Permanente BMI (body mass index) calculator to find out what you should weigh for your height. Get to your healthy weight and stay there by eating right and keeping active. Replace sugary drinks with water, water is calorie-free!
Prevent falls. We become vulnerable to falls as we age. Prevent falls and injury by removing loose carpet or throw rugs. Keep paths clear of electrical cords and clutter and use night-lights in hallways and bathrooms. Did you know that people who walk barefoot fall more frequently? Wear shoes with good support to reduce the risk of falling.
Stay up-to-date on immunizations and other health screenings. By age 50, women should begin mammography screening for breast cancer. Men can be checked for prostate cancer. Many preventive screenings are available. Those who are new to Medicare are entitled to a "Welcome to Medicare" visit and all Medicare members to an annual wellness visit. Use these visits to discuss which preventative screenings and vaccinations are due.
Prevent skin cancer. As we age, our skin grows thinner; it becomes drier and less elastic. Wrinkles appear, and cuts and bruises take longer to heal. Be sure to protect your skin from the sun. Too much sun and ultraviolet rays can cause skin cancer.
Get regular dental, vision, and hearing checkups. Your teeth and gums will last a lifetime if you care for them properly which means daily brushing and flossing and getting regular dental checkups. By age 50, most people notice changes to their vision, including a gradual decline in the ability to see small print or focus on close objects. Common eye problems that can impair vision include cataracts and glaucoma. Hearing loss occurs commonly with aging, often due to exposure to loud noise.
Manage stress. Try exercise or relaxation techniques, perhaps meditation or yoga as a means of coping. Make time for friends and social contacts and fun. Successful coping can affect our health and how we feel. Learn the role of positive thinking.
Fan the flame. When it comes to intimacy and aging, age is no reason to limit your intimacy. Learn about physical changes that come with aging and get suggestions to help you adjust to them, if necessary.

https://www.parentgiving.com/elder-care/10-essential-health-tips-for-seniors/

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COVID-19 Guidance for Older Adults

5/23/2020

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Older adults, 65 years and older, are at higher risk for severe illness. COVID-19 is a new disease and we are learning more about it every day. Information is available in multiple languages.

Guidance for Older Adults at Higher Risk

https://www.cdc.gov/

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