SEPTEMBER / OCTOBER / NOVEMBER 2026 • EDITION 2

PLEASANT GROVE MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH

GOOD NEWS AT THE GROVE

"Inspire, Inform, and Motivate by Faith — Building God's Kingdom"

SEPTEMBER / OCTOBER / NOVEMBER 2026 • EDITION 2

Welcome to The Grove! As we embrace this season of worship, growth, and community fellowship, we invite you to stay connected and get involved. Under the leadership of Pastor Rev. Dr. Johnnie B. Porter, M. Div., let us continue to build God's Kingdom together!

UPCOMING EVENTS & HIGHLIGHTS

Mother Jenkins' Dinner Sale

Sat, Sept 12, 2026

Pickup: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM | PGMBC

Build your $15 plate! Entrees (BBQ Chicken, Pork Chops), Veggies, Rice & Bread included. Add-ons: Sweet Potato Pie ($4) & Soda ($1). Form & payment due at pickup.

Fall Festival & Food Giveaway

Sat, Sept 26, 2026

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM | Shady Grove Baptist Church

Hosted by Pastor & First Lady Springer (6379 Fouts Mill Rd, Douglasville). Free food & clothing giveaways, music, food & drinks, and health screenings. Open to the community!

Community Conversation (NCUS & Microsoft)

Thu, Oct 1, 2026

Douglasville Conference Center

Learn about Microsoft's datacenter investment in Douglasville and local opportunities.

Enjoy great food and engaging discussion with community leaders.

Annual Breast Cancer Awareness Walk

Sat, Oct 10, 2026

Hunter Park | Hosted by Mother's Board & Deaconess Ministry

Join us in walking together, standing together, and supporting one another! Wear pink, join with family, or form a church team.

Pastoral Anniversary Celebration

SAVE THE DATE

Sun, Oct 25, 2026

Honoring Rev. Dr. Johnnie B. Porter, M. Div. for his faithful leadership, guidance, and spiritual dedication to our church family.

GET CONNECTED

STAY CONNECTED VIA TEXT!

Text PGMBCME to 84576 to receive church

updates, prayer requests, and event reminders directly to your phone.

SUPPORT BREAST CANCER WALK

Your financial support matters! Every donation directly benefits community health outreach.

Most Importantly: Pray with us for all families impacted by breast cancer.

WAYS TO ENGAGE

• Scan event QR codes on church bulletins
• Submit prayer requests online
• Donate & view updates on our web portal

Thank You from PG Admin

A warm thank you to all ministry leaders, volunteers, and supporters who helped put this edition together.

Your service builds God's Kingdom daily!

To our cherished PG church familics, community, and friends. we extend our heartfelt prayers to all those who are currently recovering from illness, facing hardships, or navigating challenging seasons. Let us keep all families in our thoughts and prayers. May we be intentional in showing compassion during these moments, as they truly reflect the love of God.

Girls & Boys College Fair: Find Your Fit!

Sat, Nov 14, 2026

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM | Westlake High School

Presented by Thrive USA, Inc. with Westlake High (2400 Union Rd SW, Atlanta).

Connect with top colleges, win scholarships, play college fair bingo, and get admissions answers. Registration required.

Church Anniversary Celebration

Sun, Nov 15, 2026

Save the date as we commemorate anther year of God's grace, spiritual growth, and faithful ministry at Pleasant Grove!

Fifth Sunday: All Choirs Combined Worship

Sun, Nov 29, 2026

Experience a powerful morning of praise and worship led by all of our church choirs uniting into one voice!

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We warmly invite you to join in celebrating Church Amniversary & Homecoming with Pastor Nathaniel Smiley, M.Div., Co-Chairs Si atKin Manamah witl baanl and wahn n he hn and n l

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Date & Location: Sunday, 13 September 2026 • 6020 Old Campbellton Rd, SW Atlanta, GA 30331 Schedule: Morning Worshi pl

(11:00 AM) | Homecoming on the Grounds (12:30 PM) | Aftemoon Service (3:00 PM) Giving / Suppert: Cash App: Stcbc360

Pleasant Grove Missionary Baptist Church • 2525 Old Lower River Road, Douglasville, GA 30135

Visit us online for updates and details: pleasantgrovedouglasville.org