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TODAY

4.23

5:45P HANDBELLS / Sanctuary

6:30P PICKLEBALL / Gym

WEDNESDAY

4.24

7:30A MEN'S GROUP / Classroom 1

11:00A BIBLE STUDY ACTS 4-9 / Classroom 1

7:00P BIBLE STUDY ACTS 4-9 / Classroom 1

If you cannot make it to campus, join our 7:00 Bible Study online:

SATURDAY

4.20

9:00 PICKLEBALL / Gym

9:00A KNITS WITS / Classroom 1

SUNDAY

4.21

9:15A SUNDAY SCHOOL / All Campus

10:00A FOOD & FELLOWSHIP / Welcome Center

10:30A WORSHIP / Sanctuary

5:00P YOUTH GROUP / Youth Room

This Sunday at Southminster Pastor Dan will continue our study of Acts, and lessons we can learn from the early church.

Last Sunday we began a study of the book of Acts and the early church. You are invited to read one chapter of Acts each day, and then join us for Bible Study on Wednesdays at 11:00 or 7:00 to discuss and explore what has been read. We have a ZOOM option for the 7:00 class (check calendar for link).

THIS WEEK'S READING

• MON / April 22  / Acts 7
• TUE / April 23 / Acts 8
• WED / April 24 / Acts 9
• THR / April 25 / Acts 10
• FRI / April 26 / Acts 11
• SAT / April 27 / Acts 12
• SUN / April 28 / Worship

April 28 / 5:00-7:00

Backpacks & Birthdays

May 5 / 12:00-3:00

Crowder's Hike

May 12 / NO YOUTH

Mother's Day

May 19 / 12:00-2:00

Senior Sunday

May 26 / 12:00-5:00

Lake Day

SOUTHMINSTER CLASS OF 2024:

Kristyn Carroll, Wyatt Hardin,

Olivia Kahn, Brenna Kelly,

Isabelle Simmons, Will Vanacore

Presbyterian Pilgrimage is a powerful weekend of retreat and renewal. Check out the website for more information.

May 16-19

LAUREL RIDGE

Laurel Springs

SCHOLARSHIPS

ARE AVAILABLE

ART CAMP REGISTRATION FORMS WILL BE IN THE LOBBY. JOIN US FOR ALL THE FUN!

All of scritpure points us to the ministry of Jesus. So many of the Old Testament celebrations foreshadowed the impact of Jesus' life and ministry. Join us as we experience these festivals in immersive activities and discover what they teach us about Jesus.

FESTIVALS: JUNE 9 / JULY 7 / AUGUST 4

SOUTHMINSTER YOUTH!

SAVE THE DATE AND PLAN TO JOIN US!

The Presbytery of Western North Carolina is heading to Avery County in May for some mission work in conjunction with Habitat for Humanity. The dates are May 19-24.

If you are interested, registration is open now with a May 1 deadline.

Cost for the week is $150, which includes food and shelter at the Gilmer Retreat Center. They also welcome day helpers, with no charge involved. Get all the details by downloading the files below.

A NEW MINISTRY

Human beings are wired for connections-it is one of our fundamental needs. When situations such as illness and aging arise in life, making those connections can become a major challenge.  

The newly formed In-Home Ministry team is looking for volunteers who are willing to call church members who need connections to their church family. You will be given a person to call at least once a month, but ideally as often as weekly. Please prayerfully consider if God is leading you to share His love in this way.

If you're interested, or would like more information, call Kriss Yavelak 704-907-1601 or Cindy Mauney 704-860-7885.

A word of encouragement goes a long way! This April, the In-home Ministry would love your help by "showering" our In Home members with a note or card to lift and encourage them. Please help us spread the Southminster Love of Jesus.

HERE IS A LIST OF NAMES AND ADDRESSES FOR OUR IN HOME MEMBERS

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 fill application form to see if your idea would qualify for a grant. You can apply today!

You can download and print the grant application here:

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.

CLICK HERE TO EMAIL CINDY:

• For Jason Wallance, recovering from back surgery.
• For Debbie Keller, recovering from foot surgery.
• For Norma Holland, awaiting treatment for a mass in her lung.
• For Katie Huskins.
• For Carolyn Thomas, niece of Wilma Barnes and friend of Julle Lloyd, who is having heart issues.
• For Brian, undisclosed.
• For Hadley Hope Cherry, and her parents Catherine and Trevor.
• For Glenda Moore, recovering from two fractures in her shoulder.
• For Amy Anderson, as she recovers from brain surgery.
• For Doug and Marti Moore.
• For Chris Gates who has cancer.
• For Dawn Cline and family, as her husband Lee and her brother, Frank are both battling cancer.
• For Kriss Yavelak, for the strengthening of her immune system and protection.

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.

CONNECTING WITH SOUTHMINSTER

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CONGREGATIONAL LEADERSHIP

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.

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

DEACONS

Amy Anderson / 2024

Cynthia Gaston / 2026

Cathy Glenn / 2026

Lynne Hovis / 2025

Danny Knight / 2026

Janet Layne / 2025

Marion Lewis / 2025

Cindy Mauney / Coordinator

Cyndi McKenzie / 2024

Sarah Oedy / 2024

Esta Wannamaker / 2024

Josh Wise / 2025

Kriss Yavelak / 2026

Gayla Woody / Coordinator

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

SUPPORTING SOUTHMINSTER

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

‘“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