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5:45PM Handbell Practice / Sanctuary
6:30PM Pickle Ball / Gym
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WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 27 - FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 29 | | |
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On Friday (November 29th) from 6:00-10:00PM we have an opportunity for volunteers to serve at the Operation Christmas Child processing center in Charlotte. Volunteers can carpool from Southminster to OCC. | |
Email Amy Parker if you would like to RSVP for one or more of our 25 reserved slots: ahparker68@gmail.com | |
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9:00AM Pickle Ball / Gym
9:00AM Knit Wits / Room 1
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9:15AM Sunday School Classes / Various Rooms
NOTE: Children will be practicing and preparing for the worship program. Therefore, we will not have children's classes this Sunday.
Linda Stapleton will have an activity available for kids who are not participating in the program.
Additionally, since many parents are helping with the preparation for the program, their class will not meet this Sunday.
10:00AM Food and Fellowship / Welcome Center
10:30AM Worship / Sanctuary
NOTE: Because of a special worship celebration this Sunday we will not have nursery care at 10:30. Children and participants of all ages will be in the sanctuary for the children's presentation of "Hallelujah on Hoffman"
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This Sunday at Southminster! | |
This Sunday at Southminster our children will present a very special message through a dramatic presentation titled "Hallelujah on Hoffman". Join us for this special celebration! | |
SOUTHMINSTER FALL 2024 CHURCH WIDE STUDY | |
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On Sunday Pastor Dan concluded our church wide study as we considered the question, "What does modern day gleaning look like?"
If you weren't able to join us on campus, we invite you to join us online for worship.
If you missed, or would like to revisit any of the themes from this series, click on the links.
November 24 Attendance:
- On campus: 154
- Online: 26
- Total:180
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The Gideon Project is the strategic plan to guide Southminster Church through our next season of development and growth. | |
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On September 8th, Pastor Dan introduced the Gideon Project to the congregation during worship. To find out more about this strategic plan:
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WATCH the presentation from the 9/8 service (linked below)
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REVIEW the Gideon documents (linked below or in the lobby)
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SCHEDULE a time to talk with Pastor Dan about this project
We launched with an initial goal of raising $75,000.00 in the last 16 weeks of 2024, to jumpstart our plan. So far, in the first 10 weeks we've raised $36,969.90 (as of 11/18). Thank you Southminster for your support!
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CLICK HERE FOR THE GIDEON PROJECT DOCUMENT: | | |
CLICK HERE FOR THE GIDEON PROJECT PRESENTATION: | | |
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On Saturday, December 7th we are hosting a Christmas party for the residents of Black Mountain Home for Children. We will leave in the morning, set-up, serve lunch, host the party and clean-up.
The party should be done around 2:00PM.
We anticipate carpooling from the church. Those who are carpooling will be leaving around 8:30AM and returning around 3:30PM.
If you would like to help in the preparation, transportation and presentation of the meal and party for the staff and residents, please contact Dan McKenzie: dan.mckenzie92@gmail.com or 803-713-4428.
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The Elders have called a congregational meeting for Sunday, December 8th, immediately following worship. The purpose will be to conduct the annual business of the congregation and receive the report from the 2024 Nominations Committee. | | |
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GRIEF SHARE
Grief Share is a support ministry for those going through the process of grief. Southminster will host a Grief Share group on Saturdays at 11:00AM, from January 4 to March 29. Please speak with Judy Coile (704-864-0518) for more information. Please call Judy or the church office (704-868-2914) to register.
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Tuesday, January 7
3:00p-7:30p
@ Southminster
Sign up now at redcrossblood.org
or contact Luvina Glover @ 704-867-9820.
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WEDNESDAYS
7:30-8:30AM
CLASSROOM 1
All men of the church are invited to join us on Wednesday mornings from 7:30-8:30 for food, fellowship and Bible study.
The men's breakfast meets in Classroom 1.
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Women of the church are invited to a luncheon and time of fellowship.
NEXT GATHERING:
Thursday, December 5
*BRING A DOZEN COOKIES TO SWAP*
12:00PM @ Terra Mia's
129 1/2 Main St, McAdenville, NC
Contact Debbie Brown for more information: 704-516-9578
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COVENANT CLASS
SUNDAY / 9:15AM
Classroom 1
The Covenant Adult Sunday School Class meets in Classroom 1 for study and discussion. The class is currently studying the book of Acts.
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PICKLEBALL
TUESDAYS 6:30PM
SATURDAYS 9:00AM
Everyone is invited to join the fun of this new sport.
Whether experienced, beginner or wanting to learn, all are welcome.
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KNIT WITS
SATURDAYS 9:00AM
Classroom 1
Everyone is invited to join the Knit Wits on Saturday mornings. Whether experienced, beginner or wanting to learn, all are welcome.
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Presbyterian Pilgrimage is a powerful weekend of retreat and renewal. Check out the website for more information. | |
NEXT DATES: March 27 - Asheville, NC / May 1 - Charleston, SC | | |
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Name tags are a great way to get to know someone and to be known by others.
Whether you are a member or regular attender, if you need a new or replacement name tag, please sign-up for one in the Lobby.
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WANT TO HELP?
Do you know about our College Care Ministry?
We currently have 17 Southminster students enrolled in college. To show our love and support, we regularly send cards with words of encouragement and a small gift.
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Want to be a part of this ministry? Contact Cindy Mauney: csmauney@gmail.com | | |
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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. For more information, contact Cindy Mauney. | | |
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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 the perfect way to get the jump start you need.
Check out the application form to see if your idea would qualify for a grant.
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You can download and print the grant application here: | | |
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CHURCH SAFETY
Have you thought about the best practices in the event of an active threat on campus? We invite you to watch this video for guidance and information.
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...And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the Lord’s people... - Ephesians 6:18 | |
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For Judy Coile who is having surgery on Wednesday.
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For Boots Larocca who home from the hospital but still awaiting a procedure to strengthen her vertebra and bring pain relief and healing for her back.
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For Terry Murchison and for Wanda as she gives care, and for their great-grandson Malaki who continues to struggle with illness. Malaki has an appointment with an immunologist today, and at Duke on December 5. Please pray for insights. Also, please pray for their granddaughter Kelcey who is undergoing tests and wearing a heart monitor.
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For Jeff and Michelle Terry, Jeff has undergone tests to determine the source of some lingering health issues and they are awaiting answers.
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For Pattie Queen, Josh Wise's aunt who has a brain tumor and is considering various option and procedures. Please pray for Josh and Nicole as well as they are helping Patti navigate this time.
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For Karen Knight's father who is recovering from illness, and for Karen and Danny as they give care.
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For Jeff Barbour who is recovering from hip replacement surgery.
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For Johnny Norton, Sherman Norton's father who has been having chest pains and is going through diagnostic procedures.
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For the Quinn family, Kenny's brother, Lewis, has lymphoma, colon cancer, and heart blockages. His son, Billie and Billie's wife Libby, are primary caregivers for Lewis, all while Billie is working through a prognosis of throat cancer.
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For Will Roberts, who continues serving in the Marines. Will is currently on deployment in an undisclosed location. Pray for Will, Frank and Dawn, Kali and their family.
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For Amy Anderson.
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For Chris Gates who has cancer.
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For Dawn Cline and family, as her husband Lee and her brother, Frank are both battling cancer. Frank's cancer has now spread.
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For Kriss Yavelak, for the strengthening of her immune system and protection.
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Support our leaders by praying for them... | |
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ELDERS
Trevor Cherry / 2024
Charlie Dixon / 2024
Garrett Driscoll / 2026
Becky Hasty / Clerk
Steve Kahn / 2024
Tyler Lewis / 2026
Mike Lloyd / 2025
Teresa Locke / 2025
Margaret Mason / 2025
Dan McKenzie / 2026
Kendra Neal / 2026
Dan Oedy / Moderator
Frank Roberts / 2025
Linda Stapleton / 2024
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DEACONS
Cynthia Gaston / 2026
Cathy Glenn / 2026
Lynne Hovis / 2025
Danny Knight / 2026
Janet Layne / 2025
Marion Lewis / 2025
Cindy Mauney / Coordinator
Cyndi McKenzie / 2024
Joanne Mitchell / 2024
Sarah Oedy / 2024
Esta Wannamaker / 2024
Josh Wise / 2025
Kriss Yavelak / 2026
Gayla Woody / Coordinator
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STAFF
Brenda Baker / Finance
Dawn Cline / Preschool
Melanie Dyer / Childcare
Jane Ivester / Childcare
Brooke Ensley / Childcare
Becky Hasty / Administrator
Karen Knight / Worship
Dan Oedy / Pastor
CORPORATION
Margaret Mason President
Scott Mauney Vice Pres.
Charles Johnson Treasurer
Bill Woody Accountant
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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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