Sunday, December 7

The Second Sunday of Advent

9:45a | Preschool Childcare

10:00a | Worship

Preacher | Rev. Dr. Layne Smith

Sermon | Mothers Around the Manger: Uriah's Wife

Scripture | 2 Samuel 11:1-4 & 1 Kings 1:15-21

11:15a | Spiritual Growth for Adults, Youth, and Children

4:00p | Youth Fellowship

Celebrating | Deacon Ordination

We know her first as the object of exploitation—Bathsheba, Uriah’s wife. But that’s not the end of her story. Over time, she finds her voice, becomes a mother of kings, a protector of promise. This Sunday, we witness the quiet strength of transformation and the peace that comes with reclaiming power.

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Dec 2 is Giving Tuesday

On this global day of generosity, we celebrate the many ways our church family shares love through service, outreach, compassion, and giving. Your support strengthens the ministries that help us care for our neighbors near and far. Every act of generosity matters. Thank you for giving from the heart.

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Special Sage-ing Holiday Lunch

Wednesday, Dec 3 | Noon | Southminster (8919 Park Rd)

You’re Invited to a Special Holiday Lunch for MPBC Seniors at

Southminster Retirement Community. There is no cost for lunch but we do need to know you are coming.

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RITI Volunteer Training and Fellowship Dinner

Wednesday, Dec 3 |5:30-7:15p

Heaton Hall

Join us for a meal and training to prepare for the winter season. Whether you’re new to RITI or returning, this is the perfect way to get ready to serve. Please RSVP to reserve your spot!

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Holiday Sock Drive

Now through Dec 19

This holiday season, MPBC members, guests, and Cornwell Center and TTWS families have a wonderful opportunity to share warmth with those in need by donating socks! Socks may seem simple, but they are one of the most requested items for people facing cold winter months.

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Building Hope Together: MPBC's Impact in the Community

At MPBC, our mission to love boldly and work for justice is not confined to Sunday mornings. It reaches into the heart of Charlotte through partnerships that transform lives. This year, MPBC reaffirmed its commitment to creating a more equitable and compassionate community by supporting organizations that provide housing, empowerment, and hope.

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Through the Lens of Time: 1957

In 1957, Myers Park Baptist Church faced a pivotal transition. Dr. George D. Heaton resigned after 14 years of leadership to pursue ministry in industry. The church moved forward with democratic governance, educational innovation, and strong fellowship, earning national recognition and setting the stage for decades of growth and shared leadership.

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Celebrating 70 Years of Through-the-Week School

We are overjoyed to honor 70 incredible years of TTWS—one of Charlotte’s leading preschools and a beloved ministry of MPBC.

Founded in 1955, TTWS began as a mission to provide children with quality early education “through the week.” For seven decades, our guiding philosophy—“We Play to Learn”—has helped nurture curious minds, kind hearts, and confident learners by supporting their cognitive, emotional, social, physical, and intellectual development.

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Giving Tuesday

Dec 2 | All Day

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RITI Training & Fellowship Meal 
Wednesday, Dec 3 | 5:30 - 7:15p

Heaton Hall

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The Roundtable
Monday, Dec 8 | 10-11:30a

Parlor

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Wednesday Meditation

Dec 10 | 11:30a - 12p

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Supplies to Keep Pinewood Students Healthy

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Volunteer to Help with Our Youth Group

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