CELEBRATING THESE AMAZING YOUTH!

This Sunday we recognized the graduating class of 2023, and shared their impressive accomplishments, while praying for God's guidance and protection going forward.

COLLEGE GRADUATE

Congratulations to Anna Mason for graduating Magna cum Laude from East Carolina University. She received a Bachelor of Sciences degree in Exercise Physiology. Anna has started working at Benchmark Physical Therapy, while she is applying to graduate school to pursue a Doctorate of Physical Therapy.

On May 14th we welcomed an amazing Confirmation Class as they led us in worship and communion.

WEDNESDAY

5.24

7:30-8:30 MEN'S GROUP / Classroom 1

10:00-11:00 BIBLE STUDY / Classroom 1

6:30-7:30 BIBLE STUDY / Classroom 1

SATURDAY

5.27

9:00 KNIT WITS / Classroom 1

9:30 PICKLEBALL / Gym

SUNDAY

5.28

9:15 SUNDAY SCHOOL / Various Rooms

10:00 FOOD & FELLOWSHIP / Welcome Center

10:30 WORSHIP / Sanctuary or Online

12:00 Youth Carowinds trip


LAST SUNDAY...

We celebrated the Graduating Class of 2023 as we continued our study of the Holy Spirit and spiritual gifts.


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JOIN US THIS SUNDAY FOR WORSHIP AS WE CONCLUDE OUR STUDY OF THE HOLY SPIRIT.

WEDNESDAY 10:00 / 6:30 CLASSROOM 1

Wednesday we will conclude our study of the smaller books of the New Testament. At 10:00 we will study JUDE (moved from 1:00 to avoid a conflict); at 6:30 we will review 2 / 3 John and JUDE. You can join us on campus or online.

10:00 AM ZOOM LINK
6:30 PM ZOOM LINK

THIS SUNDAY

9:15-10:00AM

We offer Sunday School classes for participants of all ages - children, youth and adult. Join us this Sunday as we seek to grow as disciples.

SUNDAY MORNINGS

9:15-10:00AM

An additional class for adults is being offered on Sunday mornings using the Andy Stanley series "Christian, it's not what you think". We invite you to join Scott and Becky Hasty and Linda Stapleton for this overview of Christianity.

BEGINNING JUNE 4th @ Southminster...

This summer we will invite you to join us on a journey through scripture. We will read 1 chapter per day, and the weekly messages in worship and our Bible study themes will come from the weekly readings. Bookmarks will be available on June 4th and readings will begin on June 5th, with a daily guide posted in the newsletter as well. We will read 1 Samuel, John, 1 Corinthians and Hebrews, giving us a comprehensive overview of the life and ministry of the King of Kings. JOIN US, OR TUNE IN ON JUNE 4 AS PASTOR DAN INTRODUCES THIS SUMMER EMPHASIS!

"It is not the Bible in 90 days, but it is 90 days in the Bible..."

NEW ACTIVITY!!! JOIN US SATURDAY @ 9:30AM!!!

Pickleball is great fun, fellowship and exercise for people of all ages. This Saturday morning, in the Southminster gym, Steve Kahn will lead a demonstration and introduction to the sport. Participants will have the chance to play and learn pickleball. We will have opportunities to continue to play going forward.

COME JOIN THE FUN AND LEARN THIS GREAT NEW SPORT!

YOUTH CAROWINDS TRIP

LOCATION

Carowinds

DATE AND TIME

05/28/23 11:30am - 05/28/23 9:00pm US/Eastern
The youth will be ending the program year with a trip to Carowinds. There is no fee if you have a pass, tickets are $35 if needed.
I'M GOING

Fun and sun, and fellowship, and friendship, and sabbath, and study, and reflection, and renewal... WOW! WHAT A WEEK!

This summer's youth trip to Oak Island is open to rising 8th grade - to graduating seniors, and this year's theme will be "Walk With Me..." SAVE THE DATES MORE INFORMATION WILL BE COMING SOON!

Art Camp will be June 19th through 22nd, from 9:00am–12:00pm and is open to rising 1st graders through seventh grade (rising 8th graders). REGISTRATION INFORMATION WILL BE AVAILABLE SOON!

Even if you cannot attend or volunteer, you can help make ART CAMP a success by donating the following items for various art projects:



  • Plastic lids: the size of Daisy Sour Cream or carry out soups
  • Material scraps: all colors and sizes
  • Tin Cans: either 16 oz vegetable cans or Progressive Soup cans (any can about that size)
  • Sewing accessories: or notions such as lace, rick-rack, binding, any decorative applications


Please place the donated items in the box in the Lobby that is marked "Art Camp Donations" If you have any questions you can contact either Robin Essex or Amy Hurley. Thank you for your help!

All men of the church are invited to enjoy breakfast, fellowship and bible study on Wednesday mornings from 7:30-8:30AM.

Breakfast is provided by a group participant.

COME JOIN THE FUN!

All women of the church are invited to enjoy lunch, fellowship and bible study on the first and third Thursdays of the month from 12:00-1:15PM. Participants bring their own lunch.


NEXT GATHERING:

JUNE 1st

Are you interested in knitting?

Are you experienced or looking to learn?

Everyone is invited to join the Knit Wits on Saturday mornings at 9:00 for knitting and fellowship!

Discovering your spiritual gifts!

Click on the link to the document below, as it will help you determine where you spiritual gifts can be put to use here at Southminster.

Spiritual Gifts and Service Opportunities

THIS SUNDAY IN WORSHIP PASTOR DAN DISCUSSED SPIRITUAL GIFTS; HERE IS THE FOLLOW-UP VIDEO ON THE GIFTS INVENTIRY.

As a volunteer driven church, Southminster is dependent upon the members of the church knowing and using their gifts in service. Please complete the survey, discover your gifts, and find your place to serve!

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One of the ways we seek to bless each other, during times of need is to provide meals for those who are going through a particular challenge. An email with a schedule is sent to members of our Home Meals Care Circle, and they sign-up if there is a date that would work for them.

TO SIGN-UP OR GET MORE INFORMATION; EMAIL COORDINATOR CINDY MAUNEY:

CLICK TO EMAIL CINDY

Has a mission-oriented endeavor been tugging at your heartstrings, but you haven't had the funds to make it happen? Is God calling you serve others? Maybe a Southminster Foundation Grant is a perfect place to get the jump start you need. Check out the full grant document to see if your idea would qualify and apply today.

YOU CAN DOWNLOAD AND PRINT THE GRANT APPLICATION HERE:

GRANT APPLICATION
  • For Walter and Robin Essex after the passing of Walter's oldest son, Walter Jr, from complications with liver cancer and a car accident.
  • For Alex Weiss who is having a heart procedure.
  • For Joy Greene, recovering from illness.
  • For Joe Harris, who is recovering from hospitalization for pneumonia and an issue with COPD.
  • For Micah Amezquita who is severely ill.
  • For June Thompson, as she recovers from heart surgery.
  • For the Glenn family after the passing of Stan's sister Melinda.
  • For Lauren, the niece of a church member.
  • For Pam and Kenny Quinn, Kenny is rehabbing from a stroke, pray for strength, determination and perseverance.
  • For Kris Yavelak, for the strengthening of her immune system and protection.
  • For Mark Davis recovering from a quadriceps injury.
  • For Robin Essex's cousin, Linda Thomas, who has been diagnosed with brain cancer and is under hospice care.
  • For Dawn Cline and husband Lee as he battles cancer.
  • For Doug Sigmon who is facing various ailments.
  • For JD Gregory as he recovers from cancer treatments.
  • For Darlene Jarvis and family; Darlene's husband Ray has kidney cancer.
  • For Norma Holland, as Norma recovers from cancer treatments.
  • For Doug Moore, as he receives cancer treatments.

 

LORD, IN YOUR MERCY, HEAR OUR PRAYERS

MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY

If you would like a copy of the membership directory please contact the church office at 704-868-2914. Printed copies are often available in the Lobby, but do get picked up quickly. If you would like to update your information in the directory, or be added to it, please contact your Deacon or the church office.

ANNUAL REPORT TO THE CONGREGATION

The annual report is a statistical snapshot of the congregation in an attempt to measure vital statistics. You can read the full report through the link below.

A quick overview comparing 2021 and 2022 can be found below.

2022 ANNUAL REPORT

YOU CAN SEE THE FULL REPORT ABOVE, HERE ARE SOME HIGHLIGHTS

CONTRIBUTIONS:

2021: $523,000.00

2022: $568,000.00

In 2022 we ended the year with a budget surplus (income minus expenses) of more than $22,000.

ATTENDANCE:

2021: 124

2022: 180

This includes those who are on campus and livestream. We no longer include social media.

FACILITY DEBT:

2021: $1,320.000

2022: $1,250,000

An additional 'year end' principle payment of $32,000 (JAN '23) is not reflected in these numbers.

WEEKLY STATISTICS

MAY 7

ATTENDANCE

On Campus: 123

Online: 48

Total: 171

Facebook: 74

SUPPORT

Offering: $8,248.00

Joshua: $732.00

MAY 14

ATTENDANCE

On Campus: 132

Online: 57

Total: 189

Facebook: N/A

SUPPORT

Offering: $4,730.00

Joshua: $594.00

MAY 21

ATTENDANCE

On Campus: 182

Online: 25

Total: 207

Facebook: 67

SUPPORT

Offering: $7,478.00

Joshua: $345.00

CHURCH SAFETY VIDEO

Have you thought about the best practices in the event of an active threat on campus? With the help of our youth and the guidance of our Security Team, we invite you to watch this video for guidance and information.

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CHURCH LEADERSHIP

Please keep the leadership of our congregation in your prayers as they continue to serve and discern the will of the Lord and the guidance of the Holy Spirit. Additionally, if you have thoughts or input about the ministries of the church, or if you'd like to know how to get involved, talk to one of our officers or staff members.

ELDERS

Trevor Cherry / 2024

Charlie Dixon / 2024

Jackie Dixon / 2023

Becky Hasty / Clerk

Jeff Hurley / 2023

Steve Kahn / 2024

Mike Lloyd / 2025

Teresa Locke / 2025

Margaret Mason / 2025

Dan Oedy / Moderator

Amy Parker 2023

Frank Roberts / 2025

Linda Stapleton / 2024

Pat Wannamaker / 2023

DEACONS

Amy Anderson / 2024

*Saul Amezquita / 2023

Lynne Hovis / 2025

Janet Layne / 2023

Marion Lewis / 2025

*Cindy Mauney

Cyndi McKenzie / 2024

Joanne Mitchell / 2023

Sarah Oedy / 2024

Esta Wannamaker / 2023

Josh Wise / 2025

Darry Withers / 2023

*Gayla Woody

*LEADERSHIP TEAM

STAFF

Saul Amezquita / Associate

Brenda Baker / Finance

Dawn Cline / Preschool

Jane Ivester / Childcare

Brooke Ensley / Childcare

Becky Hasty / Administrator

Darlene Jarvis / Facility

Karen Knight / Worship

Dan Oedy / Pastor

CORPORATION

Margaret Mason / President

Scott Mauney / Vice Pres.

Charles Johnson / Treasurer

Bill Woody / Accountant

SUPPORTING SOUTHMINSTER

To support the ministry of Southminster, you can:

  • place your contribution in the offering plate or drop box on Sundays
  • drop a check off at the office between 9:00-1:00 Monday-Thursday
  • set up Southminster as a payee in your online banking
  • click on the link below to make a digital gift
  • mail a check to the church:

Southminster Church

ATTN: Brenda Baker

1401 Hoffman Road

Gastonia, NC 28054

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“May the Lord bless you and keep you;

may the Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you;

may the Lord turn his face toward you and give you peace.”

-NUMBERS 6:24-25