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Find Your Place: Snyder Connect Night is Coming August 23
There’s a moment that happens almost every week at Snyder — someone new walks through our doors, looks around, and wonders, “Where do I fit in here?” Maybe it’s a young couple looking for community. Maybe it’s someone who’s attended for months but has never taken the next step into a small group or serving team. Maybe it’s you.
That’s exactly why we’re kicking off this new ministry year with Snyder Connect Night.
What is Connect Night?
On Sunday, August 23, from 5–7pm, our Fellowship Hall will be filled with tables representing the many small groups, serving teams, and ministries that make up our church family. It’s a chance to walk around, ask questions, meet the people already involved, and discover where you might belong.
Whether you’re brand new to Snyder or you’ve been here for years, Connect Night is designed with you in mind. There’s no pressure, no sign-up requirements at the door — just an open invitation to explore.
Why We’re Doing This
At Snyder, we believe growth happens best in community. Sunday mornings are where we gather to worship, but it’s often in a small group, a serving team, or a shared ministry that faith becomes personal — where people are known, supported, and challenged to grow.
Connect Night exists to help every person take a next step in three areas:
- Discovering God — finding a group or environment where faith becomes real, not just something you hear about on Sundays.
- Developing Faith — growing alongside others who will encourage, challenge, and walk with you.
- Displaying Christlike Love — finding a place to serve and give of your time and gifts for the sake of others.
We know that getting connected can feel intimidating. It’s hard to know where to start, who to talk to, or whether you’d even be a good fit. Connect Night removes that barrier by bringing everything and everyone into one room, on one night, making that first step as easy as possible.
Sarah Mickle, Connections Director & Kate Pearson, Communications Director
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Bikes, Trikes, & Bubbles
August 5 | 5:30—7pm
Fellowship Hall Parking Lot
Join us for a wheely fun summer playdate! Bring your bike, trike, scooter, or ride-on toy and enjoy riding, bubbles, lemonade, and fun with friends. We'll decorate our wheels, cruise around together, and enjoy a relaxed time of play and connection. It's the perfect way to celebrate summer and make sweet memories with your preschool friends!
This event is geared towards kindergartners and under, but families are welcome to bring older siblings as well.
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Summer Bible Study
with Sandy Saunders
Wednesday Evenings
July 22–August 5 | 6–7pm
Chapel
Join Sandy Saunders on Wednesday evenings at 6pm for a Summer Bible Study.
No dinner or childcare.
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FAMILY NIGHT
August 12 | 6—7pm
Fellowship Hall
Join us as we kick off an exciting new year of Snyder Kids! We'll share the vision for the year ahead, highlight key dates, and equip you with practical tools to help disciple your child at home. Whether you're new to Snyder Kids or have been here for years, Family Night is a great opportunity to connect, ask questions, and see how we can partner together to help the next generation follow Jesus.
We can't wait to see your family there!
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Back to School Bash
at Mt. Sinai Homes
August 16 | 6:30—8pm
708 Blue Street, Fayetteville, NC
Join us for a fun evening at Mt. Sinai Apartments as we help local families get ready for the new school year! Bring your family and be part of serving our community! It’s a simple way to make a big impact on local families before school begins. Join us over by the Community Building. We hope to see you there!
Bouncy Houses | Sunset Slushies | Free Backpack/School Supplies Giveaway
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MomCo Kickoff
Thursday, August 13 | 5:30—7:30pm
Gathering Hall
Looking for community with other moms?
Come to our MomCo Kickoff on Thursday, August 13, from 5:30—7:30pm in the Gathering Hall!
Swing by to learn about MomCo, register for the upcoming year, pick up your membership handbook if you're already registered, and enjoy some grab-and-go snacks.
Our 2026—2027 theme is Good Company, inspired by Ephesians 2:19, "You are no longer foreigners and strangers, but fellow citizens with God's people and also members of his household."
Whether you stay for a few minutes or a while, we'd love to welcome you into our community of moms!
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GriefShare
Wednesdays | August 19—November 18
10—11:30am or 6—7:30pm
Parlor
GriefShare is a caring support group for anyone grieving the loss of a loved one. Through weekly video teaching, group discussion, and personal reflection, you’ll receive encouragement, practical help, and hope for the journey ahead. Whether your loss is recent or years ago, you’ll find a welcoming community of people who understand what you’re going through.
For questions, contact Chris Foley at sailbird217@gmail.com or Rita Edwards at rgraves7482@gmail.com.
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Back to School Prayer
August 24 | 8:30am
Mezzanine
As the new school year begins, SWOP (Snyder Women of Purpose) invites you to join us for a special Back-to-School Time of Prayer on Monday, August 24. We will come together to pray for our students, teachers, school staff, administrators, and families as they start the year. Everyone is welcome!
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Voices of Freedom
Sunday, August 30 | 6–8:30pm
Crown Theatre
Participants from our Sanctuary and Youth choirs, Snyder Orchestra, other church choirs in the community, and the 82nd Airborne Band will present “Voices of Freedom”. These songs and hymns of faith are a celebration of 250 years of faith and freedom in our nation and God’s sustaining grace.
This is a FREE event! We’d love to see you there!
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Snyder Midweek Is Coming This Fall!
Starting Wednesday, September 9, Snyder Midweek launches as our new weekly Family Night—an evening built for every generation. Each week begins with a shared family dinner, followed by age-appropriate discipleship for kids, children’s choir, adult choirs, and Bible studies. Whether you’re a young family, an empty nester, or anywhere in between, there’s a place for you at the table. Make it part of your weekly rhythm this fall!
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We are hiring!
Office and Operations Ministry Assistant
This role will assist the Church Office in day-to-day operations, manage and coordinate the church-wide events calendar, and perform other administrative duties. If you or someone you know is interested, please email a resume to: miker@snydermbc.com
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