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Last Sunday, Pastor Dan continued to share the Gideon Project concept. If you didn't hear it, please take time to listen. | |
This Sunday, we will conclude our overview of the Gideon Project as we consider the next step toward God's victory; discernment. | |
Last Sunday Pastor Dan called us to a season of scripture and prayer. Join us in reading the story of Gideon (Judges 7) and the Parable of the Talents (Matthew 25). Read it as often as you feel led, and pray for Southminster and the Gideon Project; that God would do, what God desires to do, in us, with us and through us... | |
LIVESTREAM NOTE: The livestream will begin at 10:20AM, the service will begin at 10:30. This is a link to the Southminster YouTube page. Once there you will need to click on the livestream. Once the livestream is complete (est. 11:35) it takes a while for it to be converted to a video on our page but it will be available as a video on Sunday afternoon. | | |
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TONIGHT AT SOUTHMINSTER!!!
6:30 PICKLEBALL / Gym
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UKRAINE MISSION TRIP: Bill Glover and Lynne Hovis will be departing for Ukraine on Tuesday. Please keep them in your prayers. | | |
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7:30 MEN'S GROUP / Classroom 1
CELEBRATING THE LIFE AND RESURRECTION OF DAWN DAMERON
11:00 WORSHIP SERVICE / Sanctuary
11:45 RECEPTION / Welcome Center
1:00 GRAVESIDE / Hollywood Cemetery
6:00 HANDBELLS MEETING / Classroom 2
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9:00 KNIT WITS / Classroom 1
9:00 PICKLEBALL / Gym
1:00 GRIEF SHARE / Classroom 2
CELEBRATING THE LIFE AND RESURRECTION OF DOUG SIGMON
1:00 WORSHIP SERVICE / Sanctuary
1:45 RECEPTION / Welcome Center
3:00 INURNMENT / Columbarium
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9:15 SUNDAY SCHOOL / Various Rooms
10:00 FOOD & FELLOWSHIP / Welcome Center
10:30 WORSHIP / Sanctuary or Online
5:00 YOUTH GROUP / Youth Room
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On Sunday, October 1, we will pause all other classes and programs and meet in the gym at 11:00 for a time of food, fellowship, worship and celebration. We will begin with a potluck lunch; please bring a side dish or dessert to share. We will then have a time of interactive worship and celebration, followed by fun and fellowship. Please plan to join us. |
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Parents and Students, check out the full 2023-2024 program calendar linked here: | | |
THIS WEEK: YOUTH WILL MEET ON SUNDAY FROM 5:00-7:00PM TO BEGIN PREPARATIONS FOR YOUTH SUNDAY ON OCTOBER 29 | | |
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All women of the church are invited to meet for Christian fellowship and a meal on the first Thursday at noon for lunch and/or the second Tuesday at 6:00 for dinner. Contact Debbie Brown for more information and locations: 704-515-9578 or [email protected].
October 5th at 12:00 for lunch
October 10th at 6:00 for dinner
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BEGINS NEXT WEDNESDAY, September 27 @ 1:00
"WHAT ABOUT?" will explore YOUR questions about our faith. You can submit your bible, theology or Christianity questions to Pastor Dan by email: [email protected]
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HANDBELLS INFORMATIONAL MEETING
Are you interested in learning more about handbells? If so, you are invited to an informational/organizational meeting on Wednesday, September 20 at 6:00PM in Classroom 2.
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Presbyterian Pilgrimage is a powerful weekend of retreat and renewal. There are several opportunities to attend in NC or SC. Check out the websites for more information. Scholarships to attend are available. | |
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UPCOMING DATES:
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SEP 21-24 NC Pilgrimage #174 Asheville, NC
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OCT 5-8 SC Pilgrimage #77 Charleston, SC
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OCT 19-22 NC Pilgrimage #175 King, NC
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NOV 2-5 NC Pilgrimage #176 Fayetteville, NC
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For more information on upcoming weekends in North Carolina, check out this link: | |
For more information on upcoming weekends in South Carolina, check out this link: | |
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Southminster is beginning plans for a Christmas drama and musical to be presented in worship on Dec. 17 . This will be a multi-generational event and we are seeking participation from all age groups - children, youth, and adults. There are speaking parts, non-speaking parts, and off-stage needs for help with costumes, props, set, etc. We would love it if you could be a part of this and we need your help!
There will be very few rehearsals and practically no memorization required. Come help us make a Joyful Noise! If interested, please see Cindy Mauney, Cynthia Gaston, Karen Knight, or Margaret Neely.
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YOU CAN GET MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE MISSION TRIP HERE: | | |
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Have you sensed God leading you to a mission-oriented endeavor, but you need help to make it happen? Perhaps 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: | | |
- For Brenda Sigmon and family following Doug's passing.
- For Harriet Dameron and family following Dan's passing.
- For Robin and Walter Essex as they travel to be with Walter's brother, George following a stroke.
- For Jerry Clemmons as he recovers from surgery.
- For Jim and Donna Mason awaiting test results pertaining to some very serious health concerns for Donna.
- For Pam Quinn and family following Kenny's passing.
- For Chris Gates who has been diagnosed with multiple myeloma cancer, and lost his father last week.
- For Kristen Luther and her parents, John and Nancy, as Kristen has decided to discontinue her life sustaining treatments.
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SEND KRISTEN A CARD/NOTE: 2975 Daffodil Court, Gastonia, NC 28054
- For Dawn Cline and family, as her husband Lee and her brother, Frank are both battling cancer.
- For June Thompson, as she recovers from heart surgery.
- For Kris Yavelak, for the strengthening of her immune system and protection.
- For JD Gregory as he recovers from cancer treatments.
- For David Layne's parents, who are facing various ailments and transitions, and for David and Janet as they seek to navigate these issues.
- For Doug Moore, as he receives cancer treatments.
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Shannon Layne is having a very special birthday! This Saturday, September 23rd is Shannon's 30th Birthday. We know Shannon loves birthdays, so we invite you to send her a card:
Shannon Layne
116 Ladell Lane
Shelby, NC 28152
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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 EMAIL COORDINATOR CINDY MAUNEY: | | |
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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. | |
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. | |
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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
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DEACONS
Amy Anderson / 2024
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
*Dan Oedy
*LEADERSHIP TEAM
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STAFF
Brenda Baker / Finance
Dawn Cline / Preschool
Melanie Dyer / Childcare
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
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SEPTEMBER 3
ATTENDANCE
Campus: 127
YouTube: 86
Total: 213
GIVING
Offering: $7,055.00
Joshua: $564.00
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SEPTEMBER 10
ATTENDANCE
Campus: 140
YouTube: 62
Total: 202
GIVING
Offering: $6,816.00
Joshua: $1,175.00
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SEPTEMBER 17
ATTENDANCE
Campus: 144
YouTube: 69
Total: 213
GIVING
Offering: $10,493.00
Joshua: $684.02
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ONLINE GIVING IS RECORDED AT THE END OF THE MONTH TO MINIMIZE TRANSACTION FEES. | |
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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
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