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Check out this week's . . . . . . . . . . .Feb 2-8, 2026
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Sunday, Feb 8
9:45a | Preschool Childcare
10:00a | Worship
| Rev. Dr. Layne Smith
| "Choose Your Reality"
| Matthew 5:1-12
11:00a | Congregational Meeting
and Vote
11:15a | Spiritual Growth for
Adults, Youth, and Children
4:00p | Youth Fellowship
This Sunday, Rev. Dr. Layne Smith invites us to take a fresh look at the Beatitudes in his sermon, “Choose Your Reality.” We’ll explore how Jesus offers an upside-down vision of blessing — one rooted in mercy, meekness, and peacemaking — and the choice each of us must make about which version of “blessed” we’ll live into.
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Congregational Meeting and Vote
Sunday, Feb 8 | at Conclusion of Worship | Sanctuary
The congregational meeting has been rescheduled for Sunday, Feb 8, and will take place at the end of worship. The purpose of this brief meeting is to vote on the 2026 Budget and approve the By-Laws. Please review the documents listed below and submit any questions before the meeting. We hope you will make plans to attend.
Review the Budget here →
Review the Bylaws here →
More important information →
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Campus Closure Notice
Monday, Feb 2
Due to unsafe travel conditions, the Church Offices, Cornwell Center, and TTWS will be closed Monday, February 2. Church staff will be working remotely and will be available by email.
We’ll continue to monitor the situation and share updates as needed. Thank you for your understanding—please stay safe.
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CANCELLED - February Sage-ing Lunch
Tuesday, Feb 3 | 12-1:30p | Heaton Hall
In the best interest of everyone’s safety, the Sage-ing Initiative Committee has decided to cancel the Sage-ing luncheon on Tuesday, February 3, 2026 due to hazardous road conditions. If you have prepaid, a refund will be issued to your account. Thank you so much for your understanding.
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February Hangout
Wednesday, Feb 4 | 5:30-7p | Suffolk Punch SouthPark
Shake off the winter chill and join us for our February Hangout—an easygoing, cozy evening of conversation and connection with your church community. Appetizers provided; food and drinks available for purchase. We’d love to see you there!
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Spiritual Growth
Faith & Community with Lew Powell
Sunday, Feb 8 | 11:15a - 12:15p
Shalom Hall
Join us as former Charlotte Observer editor Lew Powell shares newly curated memorabilia from across North Carolina—complete with the dry humor and fascinating stories we loved last fall. Don’t miss this light, engaging look at our state’s cultural gems.
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Second Sunday Lunch Bunch is Back!
Sunday, Feb 8 | 12:30-1:30p | Queens University Dining Hall
Join us for fellowship, conversation, and lunch together after worship on Sunday, February 8. We’ll meet in the Heaton Hall Foyer and head to Queens (or nearby!) for a relaxed meal and time to connect. All are welcome—we’d love to have you there!
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The Roundtable Welcomes Time Out Youth
Monday, Feb 9 | 10-11:30a
Church Parlor
Don’t miss this month's gathering as we welcome Time Out Youth for a meaningful conversation about their vital support for LGBTQ+ youth in Charlotte. Join us in the Church Parlor to learn, connect, and be part of impactful community work.
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Rescheduled | Reception Honoring Barry Metzger
Sunday, Feb 15 | 9:15-9:45a | Heaton Hall Foyer
Due to another weekend of winter weather, we have rescheduled this special event. We hope you will make plans to come to church a little early to celebrate Barry Metzger and his dedication to our church.
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Lunch & Suffs the Musical
Saturday, Mar 14 | 12-4:30p | Uptown Charlotte & Belk Theater
Join MPBC for a fun Uptown afternoon as we grab lunch together and then head to the Belk Theater for Suffs, the Musical—a powerful, entertaining retelling of the fight for women’s equality and voting rights.
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Volunteer for Saturday Nights at RITI
Saturdays now through March 28, 2026
RITI season has begun and we need a strong team of volunteers! We will be alternating each week between Myers Park Methodist (weeks 1, 3, and 5) and here at MPBC (weeks 2 and 4).
View Opportunities and Volunteer here →
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Pinewood Elementary Current Needs
MPBC continues to support Pinewood Elementary School. Current needs include new underwear and leggings or sweatpants for children in K–5, in all sizes for boys and girls. Kleenex is also needed throughout the school year. Donations may be placed in the marked container in the Heaton Hall entryway. Thank you for your generosity!
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Through the Lens of Time: 1966
1966: A Year of Bold Growth and Big Impact
Crisis and courage met in 1966. While supporting Dr. Marney through a life‑threatening illness, the church rose with courage, launching bold mission work, deepening global partnerships, and stepping into its identity with renewed strength.
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Through-the-Week School December 2025 Update
TTWS currently serves 164 students, with open registration beginning January 7 and a goal of reaching full enrollment. Teachers are seeing positive results from continued training in the Heggerty phonics curriculum, and Occupational Therapy screenings were recently held for 4s–TK students. Fundraising efforts have been highly successful, raising $39,500 as part of TTWS’s 70th‑anniversary celebration.
Visit their website →
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Cornwell Center December 2025 Update
Cornwell Center membership revenue remains strong, with several categories exceeding projections. Endowment funds are helping cover the year‑end deficit while supporting facility upgrades, including a renovated studio space and new fitness equipment. Leadership is also preparing for an upcoming insurance membership transition in 2026.
Visit their website →
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Engagement Opportunities
Events & Volunteering
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Campus Weather-Related Closure
Monday, Feb 2
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Creative Friends
Tuesday, Feb 3 | 10-11:30a
Room 32 downstairs
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CANCELLED - Sage-ing Lunch
Tuesday, Feb 3 | 12-1:30p
Heaton Hall
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Wednesday Meditation
Feb 4 | 11:30a - 12p
on Zoom
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Hangout at Suffolk Punch
Wednesday, Feb 4 | 5-7p
Suffolk Punch SouthPark
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Faith & Community Session
Sunday, Feb 8 | 11:15a - 12:15p
Shalom Hall
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Environmental Justice Book Study
Sunday, Feb 8 | 11:15a - 12:15p
Church Parlor
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2nd Sunday Lunch Bunch
Sunday, Feb 8 | 12:30-2p
Queens University Dinning Hall
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The Roundtable
Monday, Feb 9 | 10-11:30a
Church Parlor
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Roof Above Meal Prep
Tuesday, Feb 10 | 9a - 3p
Church Kitchen
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Rescheduled | Reception Honoring Barry Metzger
Sunday, Feb 15 | 9:15-9:45a
Heaton Hall Foyer
Learn more→
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Churchwide Service Event: Fighting Hunger
Sunday, Feb 22 | 4-6p
Heaton Hall
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Lunch and Suffs the Musical Event
Saturday, March 14 | 12-4:30p
Uptown Charlotte & Belk Theater
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Pinewood Elementary Current Needs
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