THIS SUNDAY, JUNE 14, 2026 | | |
We hope you'll join us for worship at 10:10 a.m. in the sanctuary or via livestream. All are welcome!
First Reading: Ephesians 4:25-30
Second Reading: Luke 6:43-45
Sermon: “Overflow”
Pastor: Dr. Sandy Hull
We encourage you to wear your name tag to worship. If you do not have a name tag or have misplaced yours, please contact Adrienne Jaquith, Office and Database Manager. Listening devices are available during worship. Please stop by the Connection Center for more information.
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Thank you to everyone who completed a Congregational Assessment Tool (CAT) survey! As of our deadline last Friday, we received 420 completed surveys, which means we EXCEEDED our goal! We celebrated with delicious ice cream after worship on Sunday (thank you, Mission Study Task Force (MSTF)!).
Next Steps: The MSTF and the Session are meeting with the consultants on July 7 to go through their analysis of our results. Then the MSTF will share a summary of those results with the entire congregation. The MSTF will then sponsor a series of discussion sessions where the congregation can join and discuss the survey results and their vision for the future of SMPC.
Questions about the CAT or next steps? Contact the MSTF here.
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| CREATED FOR COMMUNITY: A SUMMER SERIES | | | | |
Created for Community is a summer series where we'll highlight communities founded or built by connections at SMPC. We are so grateful for the many ways our church comes together to form community! Look for features bi-monthly this summer.
First up: Read about two recent college graduates who found connection through SMPC!
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Seen Around Church
So many good things happening at church this week, including Graduation Sunday, lots of ice cream and fellowship! Read more here.
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Adult Study 'Songs of Summer' Begins This Sunday
Sundays beginning June 14, 9:00-10:00 a.m., McQueen Room or Zoom - Join us this summer for Songs of Summer, an eight-week series exploring familiar Presbyterian hymns and the fascinating stories behind them. Each week, we will look at the history and meaning of a beloved hymn, connect it to Scripture, and share in thoughtful discussion about what these songs mean to us personally and spiritually. Whether these hymns are lifelong favorites or brand new to you, come enjoy conversation, reflection and music together this summer. Led by SMPC members Gayle and Curt Ireland. This class will not meet on July 19 or July 26. | Register | Contact: Rebecca Guzman
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Openings in SMPC Preschool for Fall 2026
Is your preschooler ready for more social interaction and challenging activities? If so, we have an engaging preschool right here in the familiar setting of SMPC! Established in 1993, our half-day preschool is a gem recommended to parents by neighbors, friends and colleagues. We have a few spaces remaining in our 2s, 3s, and 4/TK classes this fall. | Contact: SMPC Preschool Director Tammy Winchip
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Donate Desserts for Center of Hope this Sunday!
Sunday, June 14, before 10:10 a.m., Worship, Narthex - On the second Sunday of every month, we provide sweet treats for the women and children who temporarily call Center of Hope home. | Sign up | Contact: Terry Gaines
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Serve Breakfast or Donate Items to Center of Hope Saturday, June 20
Saturday, June 20, Meet at SMPC at 5:15 a.m. - On the third Saturday of each month, SMPC preps, cooks and serves breakfast for guests at the Center of Hope. Food donations are due Thursday, June 18. Monetary donations are always welcome. | Sign up | Contact: Lee Martin
| | Shelter Ministry, Today, June 11, 9:30 a.m., Mecklenburg Hall - This group meets on the second Thursday of every month to fill empty medicine bottles with body wash for Roof Above. They are always in need of body wash and Rx vials (please, no shampoo or conditioner!) | Contact: Carol Morgan | | SMPC Thursday Mahjong, Today, June 11, 1:15 p.m.-3:15 p.m., Narthex - All levels of mahjong players are invited to join this group that meets weekly on Thursdays. | Contact: Mary Katheryne Zagora | | SMPC Softball - Friday, June 12, 7:15 p.m. and Monday, June 15, 6:15 p.m., SMPC Softball Field - The SMPC Softball Team (2024 Champions!) would love to have new full- or part-time players! The team plays all regular-season games on the SMPC field. Playoffs usually run through mid-August. There is a small entry fee and a team shirt will be supplied. | Contact: Jimmy Galati or Michael Choren | | SMPC Tuesday Mahjong, Tuesday, June 16, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Narthex - All levels of mahjong players are invited to join this group that meets weekly on Tuesdays. | Contact: Mary Katheryne Zagora | | Friday Morning Men's Group, Friday, June 19, 7:30-8:30 a.m., Chapel 206 - This group meets on the first and third Fridays of every month for study and fellowship. All are welcome. | Contact: Curt Ireland | | American Red Cross Blood Drive, Saturday, August 8, 8:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m., The Commons - Please bring your American Red Cross Donor Card or photo I.D. | Sign up | Volunteer at the Drive | Contact: Bill Ramsey | | Bread Donation and Delivery - Volunteers are needed every Friday morning to deliver bread donated by Panera to the Dilworth Soup Kitchen. | Sign up | | Bag Lunches for Roof Above - Roof Above provides 300 bag lunches each day to help feed those in need. SMPC is committed to providing 100 bag lunches each month. Our next collection is Saturday, June 27 at 9:30 a.m. in front of Mecklenburg Hall. | Sign up | Contact: Julie Durham | | Center of Hope Desserts - On the second Sunday of every month we provide sweet treats for the women and children who temporarily call Center of Hope home. Our next dessert collection is this Sunday, June 14. | Sign up | Contact: Terry Gaines | | Support Haiti Through Konpayon - Created when Friends Empowering Haiti and Ewo united, Konpayon supports the people of Bayonnais, Haiti, through student sponsorships and investments in healthcare, infrastructure, agriculture and education. Learn more on their website. | Sponsor a student | Donate | Contact: Judy Jones | | Nourish Up’s St. Giles Food Pantry, Wednesdays, 12:30-2:00 p.m. or Fridays, 1:00-4:00 p.m., 2027 Emerywood Drive, Charlotte, NC 28210 – Lift and deliver boxes of food from Nourish Up’s St. Giles Food Pantry to cars or help with client services. The minimum age to volunteer is 14, and closed-toe shoes are required. | Contact: Jane Royther | | SMPC Ushers - Usher responsibilities include arriving 30 minutes prior to worship, handing out bulletins before worship, collecting the offering, guiding church members up to communion and cleaning up after worship. Ushers typically work one time a month or every other month. This is a great way for all generations to serve. | Contact: Nancy Parrish | | |
Vacation Bible School and Mission Possible, Monday, July 20-Thursday, July 23, 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. - VBS Participants: Join us for a FUN week of exploring the Bible through play, art, science and music! Mission Possible is our program for 5th and 6th graders that involves a week of fun and service.
Register for Vacation Bible School: Ages 3 (Potty-Trained)-Rising 4th Graders
*A Note for Youth Volunteers: Please fill out this form to let us know your availability and volunteer interests this summer!*
Register for Mission Possible: Rising 5th & 6th Graders
Contact: Rebecca Guzman
| | Adults Needed in Children's Worship, During 10:10 a.m. Worship, Sundays - Help as we welcome visitors and assist our youngest members! Just sign up and plan to meet us at the back of the sanctuary as we exit. You do not need to prepare anything. We love adults of all ages. Younger youth are always welcome to help, but we need additional adults to sign up each week. | Sign Up | Contact: Rebecca Guzman | | Youth Volunteers in Children's Worship - To ensure everyone has a chance to serve, please sign up in advance. Limit: 4 youth volunteers per week (unless there’s a special project). | Sign Up | Contact: Rebecca Guzman | | SMPC Youth River Tubing, Today, June 11, 8:00 a.m.-4:45 p.m., Catawba River Outdoors, Rising 6th Graders through Graduated 12th Graders - We’ll meet at the church and drive together. Transportation, snacks, and ice cream are provided. Cost is $20. Parents - Please be on the lookout for communications from Lindsey on arrival time back to the church. | Register | Contact: Lindsey Odom | | Message and Macarons, Monday, June 15, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Amelie's, Carmel Commons, Rising 6th Graders through Graduated 12th Graders - Join us for a devotion and sweet treat! | Register | Contact: Lindsey Odom | | SMPC Youth Meals with a Mission, Monday, June 22, 9:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m., Meet at SMPC, Rising 5th Graders through Graduated 12th Graders - We are partnering with Nourish Up to deliver hot meals to neighbors in need. | More information and registration here. | Contact: Lindsey Odom | | SMPC Middle School Retreat to Massanetta, Tuesday, June 23-Friday, June 26 - We pray for our middle schoolers and parent chaperones as they head to Massanetta for Middle School Conference! | | | | |
Come Make a Joyful Noise! Join SMPC's Music Ministry
SMPC offers dynamic music programming for all ages focused on praising God through joyous song, musical instruments and engaging fellowship. We are always striving for musical excellence, but we have a ton of fun along the way! While Director of Music and Organist Zach Bowyer is on sabbatical, please contact Laura Black, Ministry Associate for Children and Music. | Contact: Zach Bowyer
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SMPC Preschool Registration Update
New preschool families must schedule a tour before registering. Tours are going on now and will continue until classes fill. Please contact Tammy Winchip to schedule.
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Support SMPC Preschool by Linking Harris Teeter VIC Card - Relink for this school year! Simply visit the Harris Teeter Together in Education website and follow the instructions. The preschool's number is 4902. If you've linked your card in the past, please re-link for this school year! Contact: Tammy Winchip
| | Gifts to the Operating Fund support the day to day ministries, programs, and operations of the church. Gifts to the School Lunches for Haiti Fund support students at the OFCB school in Bayonnais, Haiti. For other gift designations, select the Other Fund, and note the gift's intent in the box provided. | Contact: Mary Katheryne Zagora | | | | |
