WHY ARE WE TALKING ABOUT

CHRISTMAS IN AUGUST?

WHY? August is the right time to ask a few of our artistic/crafty members to begin making 8 Chrismons for the special tree we want to have up by November 27, the First Sunday of Advent. 

WHAT IS A CHRISMON?

A Chrismon is a symbol of Christ and can also reflect the biblical story of our faith. The name derives from combining the words CHRISt & MONogram.

WHAT IS THE HISTORY & PURPOSE

OF A CHRISMON TREE?

HOW WILL WE INTRODUCE THEM

TO THE CONGREGATION?

IF YOU HAVE ARTISTIC/CREATIVE TALENT:

Peace and blessings,

Nancy

COMMUNITY FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT

Come out and support Southminster Church and meet people in our community. You can share stories of how our church helps the community with our Food Pantry, Church Has Left the Building and lots more! The Youth Group will be selling concessions which starts at 6:30 p.m and the show will start at 7:30 p.m. We will be meeting on the front lawn between doors 1 and 12. We hope to see you there!

BLESSING OF THE BACKPACKS

On September 11, we will kickoff our new Christian Education Year at Southminster with the return of Sunday School for all ages. Sunday mornings will have various opportunities for fellowship and education, before and after worship. Please click on the images below to find out more information on all of our classes.

UPDATE YOUR CHILD'S INFORMATION

With a new school year quickly approaching, we need to update our records within the Children and Youth Ministries. Please take a few seconds to fill out the following form, so we have the most accurate record.  

Rev. Steve Plunkett, (our former Interim Pastor) examines in his book Faith and Politics in a World Gone Awry, how faith affects everything that disciples of Jesus Christ think, do, and are, including how we participate in the politics of our community, state, and nation. Classes studying this stimulating book will meet on Sunday and Thursday mornings this fall, Thursday, September 15, and Sunday, September 18. You are free to choose which day best fits your schedule. Steve Davis will facilitate the Sunday Morning class at 11:15 and Gay Amos will facilitate the Thursday morning at 10:30 a.m. A brief informational meeting about the class will be held after worship on Sunday, September 11, at 11:15 a.m.

NEWS FROM THE WORSHIP TEAM

The Candle Table is open for use. During the last 2 years we felt that gathering in clusters was an unhealthy situation, so we had not been lighting or promoting the Candle Table. Now, if you wish to remember a loved one or say a quick, silent prayer and symbolize it by lighting a candle, you are welcome to do so. 

Liturgist Needed: Liturgists play a vital and necessary role during each Sunday's Service. You will be given the passages well before Sunday, so you can familiarize yourslef before the service. This is an excellent time to step up and help before the fall program begins. 

Ushers Needed: Ushers are also an important part of the Sunday's Service. Ushers help visitors find things, like bulletins, the Balcony entrances, restroom, etc. They are also helpful on Communion Sundays. If you are interested in serving as a Liturgist or an Usher please contact Lois Thorp at [email protected] or sign-up in the Narthex, at the Welcome Center. 

PRAYER PARTNERS NEEDED

We have many people praying for others and we would love to have you join us! The only requirement is the desire to pray for others. When you receive the prayer request via e-mail, you do not need to pass it on to anyone....just to God. Please contact Judy Murphy at [email protected] to be included as a prayer partner. "Lord, teach us to pray." Luke 11:1

AMAZON SMILE

What is AmazonSmile?

AmazonSmile is a simple way for you to support your favorite charitable organization every time you shop, at no cost to you. AmazonSmile is available at smile.amazon.com. Southminster is now listed on the Amazon Smile charitable organization list, and they will give Southminser 0.5% of your eligible purchases every time you shop. Just click on the link below, and you will be taken directly to Southminster's Amazon Smile Account.

Thank you for supporting Southminster through Amazon Smile!

UPDATE YOUR MEMBER INFORMATION

Southminster is updating their records. Please take a few minutes to update your phone number, address, etc., by clicking on the link below or you can  call the Church Office at 937-433-1810. 

PRESBYTERY PRAYER LIST

This week we will be praying for Westminster Presbyterian Church of Piqua, Ohio

ELECTRONIC GIVING 

Online giving is a convenient, easy way to support Southminster Church. You can give anywhere, anytime, from your computer, smartphone, or tablet. You can set up recurring payments and never worry about bringing your checkbook again. Click on the link below to get started today!

*Contact Sharon Ark at [email protected] for assistance.