August 2, 2024

Fear can be paralyzing baggage that prevents us from stepping into God's promises and living out our faith boldly. This week, we explore how trusting in God's presence and power can help us overcome anxiety and fear. Through scripture, we will discover ways to combat fear with faith and trust in God.

Grace Marie Ward, Worship Arts Director, will be preaching in the Auditorium for the Contemporary Worship services; Michael Turner, Executive Pastor, will be preaching in the Sanctuary for the Traditional Worship services.



For those worshiping remotely, you're invited to watch our services online, on Facebook and YouTube.



Behold Conference

Gather with us for a special conference full of Biblical teaching, passionate worship, and encouragement from other believers across the state. From the main sessions to the breakouts, this is a time to grow in your own faith while gaining wisdom from others serving in ministry. BEHOLD Conference has been designed for church members, volunteers, leaders, and all interested in growing in their love for God and others. We are honored to host this great event here at Mt. Horeb Church for the Global Methodist Church in our state, and we invite you to attend August 8-9. Visit mthorebchurch.org/events for more details and to register.



Wednesday Nights

We are excited for you to have a chance to grow and mature this fall through the classes we are offering on Wednesday nights. Classes will begin August 14 and run through September 25. 

Pastors Study: 6:15 PM to 7:30 PM in the Sanctuary

Led by The Pastors.

The Pastors will dive into the book of Hebrews during this 7-week class.

Seminar Study: 6:15 PM to 7:30 PM in the Fellowship Hall

Each week we will cover different topics and encourage questions and conversations.

8/14: Is God Read? Led by Pastor Trevor Miller

8/21: Praying Circles Around Your Children. Led by Jessica Coates

8/28: Offering God’s wisdom and grace to LGBTQ+ People. Led by Peter Valk

9/4: Communicating with Adult Children. Led by Scott Vaughan

9/11: Lexington County Police Department

9/18: Is the Bible Reliable? Led by Pastor Trevor Miller

9/25: Your Child’s Mental Health. Led by Lesley Sorin

Register here.

Sunday School Classes and Small Groups are being updated, and next Sunday you will have a chance to pick up information on those and ask questions to some of our leaders who will be available after the services in each building. We want to get you connected in the life of the church so don’t miss this opportunity.



Student Kickoff

Back-2-School-Bash (B2SB): Middle schoolers are invited to a special event where we close out the summer and celebrate the new school year. B2SB includes inflatables, games, prizes, free Pelicans, food trucks ($), and more. This is a middle school-only event; no advance registration is required. B2SB takes place on Sunday, August 11 from 4:30 – 6:00 PM.

Students Fall Kick-Off: All middle and high school students are invited to attend our Fall Kick-Off on Sunday, August 11 from 6 – 7:30 PM in the Students Room. This special student gathering will include outdoor games, snacks, worship, inspirational stories, and a sneak peek at the coming semester of student ministry. Students will also get the chance to meet their adult small group leaders for the school year. This is one of the few times each year that both middle and high school students are included in the same student programming night. No cost or registration is required. 

Questions on either of these events? Contact us at students@mthorebchurch.org.



Mt. Horeb Golf Tournament



Come tee it up at Golden Hills Golf Club on Monday, August 19, 2024. All proceeds will go straight to the Backpack Ministry which helps feed the under resourced children of Lexington School District 1. This will be a four-person, Captain’s choice format. Registration will open at 8:00 AM. Play will begin with a 9:00 AM shotgun start. Registration fees include: green fee, cart fee, lunch, tournament celebration and chances to win great prizes! Register here.



Run For One

We are excited to announce the upcoming 5K race benefiting Lifeline Children’s Services, one of our mission partners. This family-friendly event will take place on Mt. Horeb's campus on September 7. Not only can you participate in the 5K run or walk, but you'll also have the chance to support our young entrepreneurs who will be selling products to raise additional funds for orphans. Register today to guarantee your event T-shirt and help us make a meaningful impact on the lives of children in need. We look forward to seeing you there and making a difference together!  Register here.

Sisterhood

Ladies, join us for our next Sisterhood event on September 6. We are thrilled to have with us Sharon Hodde Miller who leads Bright City Church with her husband, Ike. She has a PhD in women and calling, and is the author of multiple books, including her most recent, The Cost of Control: Why We Crave It, The Anxiety It Gives Us, And The Real Power God Promises. She also travels the country each year speaking at churches, conferences, and retreats. She and Ike live in Durham, NC with their three children. We will enjoy a time of food, fellowship and worship that you won't want to miss! Register here.



Online Bulletin

If you can't be here on Sunday morning, stay connected through our online bulletin. You can see our weekly financial report as well as a list of needs to pray over. Click here to view our weekly bulletin.