THIS SUNDAY, MAY 31, 2026 | | |
We hope you'll join us for Trinity Sunday worship at 10:10 a.m. in the sanctuary or via livestream. All are welcome!
Reading 1: Matthew 28:16-20
Reading 2: Isaiah 6:1-8
Sermon: “Holy Smoke”
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 has taken the Congregational Assessment Tool (CAT) survey! We are more than halfway to our goal! We encourage everyone in the congregation who is 13 or older to take the survey and let their meow be heard! Please take a moment today or this weekend to complete yours. The deadline is this Sunday, May 31.
Questions about the CAT? Contact the Mission Study Task Force here.
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We also want to hear from children and youth ages 12 and younger. We have two surveys designed especially for them, our CAT for Kids. You can find the surveys in the Connection Center or print your own via the links below. Please return completed CAT for Kids to the Connection Center by Sunday, May 31. Thank you!
CAT for Kids Ages 9 and younger
CAT for Kids Ages 10-12
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Seen Around Church
Our Chrismon Ministry takes a trip in their "off season" and SMPC attends an inspiring luncheon! Read more about what's been happening during this holiday week! HAPPY SUMMER! ☀️☀️☀️
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This Saturday! Hops and Vine Around Town to Meet at OMB
Saturday, May 30, 4:00-6:00 p.m., OMB - Ballantyne Bowl - Everyone is welcome for fellowship and fun! Contact: Frank Graham
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Join the SMPC Softball Team This Summer! Games Start Monday!
Games start Monday, June 1, 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, Mondays, 6:15 p.m. and Fridays, 7:15 p.m. Playoffs usually run through mid-August. There is a small entry fee and team shirt will be supplied. This is a fun group of guys and a great way to build connection at church. Let's bring home the big trophy this year! | Contact: Jimmy Galati or Michael Choren
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New! Adult Study: 'Songs of Summer'
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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Donate Desserts for Center of Hope
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
| | Men's Breakfast Group, Today, May 28, 9:30 a.m., Big View Diner, 6637 Lancaster Hwy - This group meets on the second and fourth Thursdays each month to enjoy breakfast and conversation. This is the last meeting for this group until it reconvenes Thursday, September 10. Contact: Bob Tyler | | SMPC Thursday Mahjong, Today, May 28, 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 | | Adult Study: Slow Theology, Sunday, May 31, 9:00-10:00 a.m. - A class where we practice slowing down, asking deeper questions, and listening more carefully to Scripture, tradition and one another. This is not about having the right answers, but about growing in curiosity, trust and faith. This class will meet until Sunday, June 7. | Register | Contact: Rebecca Guzman | | SMPC Tuesday Mahjong, Tuesday, June 2, 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 | | Pastor’s Wednesday Morning Bible Study - 'The Minor Prophets in a Major Message,' Wednesday, June 3, 9:30 a.m., McQueen Room or Zoom - Led by Transitional Pastor Sandy Hull. They are studying Malachi on June 3. This is the last meeting for this group before it takes a summer break. All are welcome! If you would like to join by Zoom, please contact Adrienne Jaquith | | Friday Morning Men's Group, Friday, June 5, 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 | | Third Thirty - BONUS!, Sunday, June 7, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Ages 60-90 - In this session, we'll have a panel discussion about aging gracefully. You'll be able to attend this session even if you haven't attended previous sessions. A light lunch will be served. | Register | Contact: Melissa White | | A Caregiver's Journey, Tuesday, June 9, 1:00-2:30 p.m., McQueen Room - Finding meaning and purpose as you care for a loved one with Alzheimer’s or dementia. Contact: Kathy Garner | | 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 that temporarily call Center of Hope home. Our next dessert collection is 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 College Summer Gathering, Thursday, June 4, 7:00 p.m., The Hicks' Home - Join us for an evening of fun, fellowship and food with our SMPC college students who are home for the summer! We’ll gather in the beautiful backyard and porch setting of the Hicks home for a relaxed night of reconnecting, catching up, and enjoying time together. | Register | Contact: Lindsey Odom | | SMPC Youth School's Out Scoops at Cold Stone Creamery, Wednesday, June 10, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Cold Stone Creamery, Blakeney, Middle and High Schoolers - School’s out for the summer! Let’s celebrate with ice cream! Register | Contact: Lindsey Odom | | SMPC Youth River Tubing, Thursday, June 11, 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m., Catawba River Outdoors, Rising 6th Graders through Graduated 12th Graders - Come rock the river with us through some river tubing! We’ll meet at the church and drive together. Transportation, snacks, and ice cream are provided. Cost is $20. | Register | Contact: Lindsey Odom | | | | |
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 | | | | |
