Damascus Baptist Church - Located in the Community of Livingston

06/08/2026

Today is a special day!
Please join us in wishing our Deacon, Howard Simpson, a very Happy Birthday! Howard is a blessing to our church family, and we pray God grants him good health, happiness, and many blessings in the year ahead.
It's also a special day for Robert and Donna Abbott as they celebrate their 16th wedding anniversary. We thank God for their marriage and pray for many more years of love, happiness, and blessings together.
Happy Birthday, Howard! 🎉
Happy 16th Anniversary, Robert and Donna! ❤️

05/24/2026

Today we would like to honor and thank Deacon Buster Speaks for his faithful service — both to our church and to our country. 🇺🇸
As we approach Memorial Day, we are especially grateful for veterans like Buster who have served with dedication, sacrifice, and honor. Thank you for your commitment to protecting our freedoms and for the example you continue to set through your service at Damascus Baptist Church.
We are blessed to have you as part of our church family. Please join us in thanking Buster Speaks for his military service and his faithful heart for the Lord and His people.
Happy Memorial Day weekend, and may God bless all who have served. ❤️🤍💙

05/06/2026

This past Sunday, we had the joy of celebrating our wonderful treasurer, Teresa Speaks! 💐
She faithfully serves behind the scenes, taking care of so many important details that keep our church running smoothly. We are truly grateful for her dedication, hard work, and servant’s heart.
Thank you, Teresa, for all you do! You are such a blessing to our church family. ❤️
Enjoy these sweet moments from the day as Pastor Gary presented her with a small token of our appreciation—and of course, we couldn’t celebrate without cake! 🎂

04/23/2026

Happy birthday, Dawn! We love you, friend. We enjoyed celebrating your special day with you. We wish you all the happiness in the world. May God bless you.

04/23/2026

Wednesday morning thoughts: We can all make excuses for not serving, whether it is inside a church building or in our community. Some of the excuses: I don’t have the time, I have served my time, these younger people need to step up, I’m getting too old, people won’t listen to me, I don’t know what I would do, I don’t have any special talents or skills or they don’t need me—the list goes on.

Serving allows us to experience God’s presence in new ways. Many times, we may not be physically capable of volunteering, but praying for the ministry is such a vital part of any outreach ministry. For those of us who say “I don’t have any talent or I can’t be there during this time to serve”…ask those in charge if there is anything you can do at home for prep work (many times there are numerous copies to staple together). It might be that you are needed for follow up opportunities—volunteer to send cards to those who attended the event.

There are seasons in our lives where we may not be able to participate for various reasons: mentally, physically, emotionally etc. God knows our heart and will equip us for the task at hand if He has called us to it. God doesn’t just want to work through you; He wants to work in you.

04/18/2026

What a wonderful day of fun and fellowship our senior group enjoyed on our trip to French Camp! Even the van ride there and back turned into an adventure full of laughter and great conversation.
We began the day with a delicious meal at the Council House Café, known for its homemade favorites and sweet treats. Afterward, we spent time shopping, enjoying ice cream, and exploring the beautiful historic village.
French Camp, established in 1810 by French-Canadian trader Louis LeFleur, sits along the scenic Natchez Trace Parkway. Today, it serves as a living history village, offering a glimpse into 1800s Mississippi life with its restored log cabins and historic buildings.
During our visit, we saw the historic carriage of Greenwood LeFlore, a prominent Choctaw chief and U.S. senator, who once traveled from his plantation to Washington, D.C. to meet with Andrew Jackson.
We also enjoyed learning about French Camp Academy, a Christ-centered boarding school founded in 1885 that now operates much of the village as part of its ministry. Highlights included the Alumni Museum, the Huffman Log Cabin Gift Shop, and the pottery studio housed in the former post office.
Some of our photos capture a vintage Farmall Regular tractor—one of the first successful mass-produced row-crop tractors—along with other historic farm equipment displayed on the grounds.
Another unique feature of the area is the Rainwater Observatory and Planetarium, home to the largest collection of telescopes in Mississippi and located in one of the state’s few remaining "dark pockets" ideal for stargazing.
It truly was a special day filled with fellowship, learning, and lots of smiles. We’re thankful for the time spent together and the memories made!

04/02/2026

Damascus Baptist's Family Night and Easter egg hunt were a huge success! Easter Sunday Sunrise Service is on April 5 at 6:30 AM in the Life Center parking lot, followed by breakfast. Everyone is cordially invited to attend.

03/23/2026

03/23/2026

Today, we celebrate Mr. Larry Luke's birthday, noting the light above him shines like a halo, hinting at possible hidden angel wings. We also joyfully acknowledge the birthdays of Chad Boarman and Ava Mchaffey, and the anniversary of Cindy and Byron DeVault, sending our love to these friends.