With Christ at the Center
CONNECTIONS
Our monthly PrimeTimers' Luncheons are a way for adults of all ages—not just seniors—to gather for fellowship, a delicious lunch, and special programming! Join us on the 3rd Thursday of each month!
From the Senior Pastor
Near the end of this month, Amy Brown, David Frame, and I will be going to Uganda. We leave on February 20 and will return to Charlotte on February 28. In between, we’ll be spending several days in Kampala, the capital of Uganda, learning about the good work that Benjamin House Ministries is doing among its neighbors there.
Why are we doing this?
Our Missions Committee believes— and I agree—that it’s important for Providence to develop partnerships with Christians in other countries, so we can work together to ease suffering, promote justice, and change lives in the name of Jesus. In Revelation 5:9, we read that the body of Christ gathered around the throne of God in heaven consists of “saints from every tribe and language and people and nation.”
This is biblical truth—and I have found that the most powerful way to experience this truth is by spending time working, worshiping, and building relationships with fellow followers of Jesus in other countries. There's no substitute for being there and doing that.
For several years, we partnered with Cooperative Baptist field personnel in Slovakia. They have moved on to another assignment—which means that we are now in the market for a new international mission partnership. This is where Benjamin House enters the conversation.
Our Christian Lifestyles Faith Formation class already has a longstanding relationship with Benjamin House. The executive director of Benjamin House, Joakim Matende, visited Providence last May on Anniversary Sunday and spoke about his organization’s efforts to break cycles of poverty and equip families to become self-sustaining through education and work. Many of you heard what Joe had to say that day and were inspired to learn more about Benjamin House.
The Missions Committee felt the same way and asked Joe: What’s the best way for us to figure out whether Benjamin House would be a good mission partner for Providence—and vice versa? His answer? Come over, visit us, and see what we’re doing. That’s how Amy, David, and I ended up making plans for this scouting trip in late
February. We’ll let you know what we find out.
In the meantime, if you’d like to learn more about Benjamin House and how they serve their community, check out their website at www.benjaminhouse.net. And then please pray that God will use this visit to Uganda at the end of the month to further our collective sense of discernment as we pursue one of our Vision of Ministry goals for 2026 of increasing hands-on missions engagement—both in Charlotte and around the world.
May the peace of Christ be with you!
Lee Canipe Senior Pastor
SERMON TEXTS THIS MONTH
February 1 Micah 6:1-8
February 8 Matthew 5:13-20
February 15 2 Peter 1:16-21
February 22 Blake preaching
Ministry at Providence
ADULT DISCIPLESHIP
Blake Kendrick, bkendrick@providencebc.org
Parents of Emerging Adults Dinner
Feb. 18 | Midweek Fellowship Dinner
Join parents of college-aged students or young adults around the table during Midweek Dinner. This will be a relaxed time to connect with other parents and share encouragement.
Women's Retreat
March 20-22 | Fort Caswell, NC
You are invited to attend our Women’s Retreat! From March 20-22, a group of women will take a weekend retreat to Fort Caswell, NC to enjoy fellowship with one another. Scottie Stamper will be speaking on the theme of “Held by the Tide: Learning to Rest in God’s Faithful Rhythm.” Cost is $175/person. Register on Realm by February 18. This is a fun, relaxing, meaningful time away with the women of Providence.
ACTIVITY CENTER
Michelle Hitselberger, mhitselberger@providencebc.org
Kid's Summer Camps
Summer 2026
Kids are invited to join us this summer for exciting sports and art camps! From soccer and basketball to pickleball and even water play, there's something for every kid this summer! Register on Realm today!
Active Adult Summer Camps
Summer 2026
Adults ages 50+ are invited to get active this summer with exciting new programming! Details coming soon!
CHILDREN
Elizabeth Maye Hudson, emaye@providencebc.org
Children's Sunday
March 8 | Worship
Join us as our children lead us in Worship! Following Worship, Rev. Traci Smith hosts a workshop for families to explore practical faith practices. Lunch will be available. Details coming soon!
CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER
Ursula Taylor, utaylor@providencebc.org
CDC's Souper Bowl of Caring
February 2-5
In conjunction with Providence's Souper Bowl of Caring, the CDC will sponsor its own collection for our little ones and their families! For a list of needed items and more information, please see the Churchwide "Souper Bowl of Caring" section.
Teacher Workday
February 16
The CDC will close on Monday, February 16 for a teacher workday.
STUDENTS
Amy Brown, abrown@providencebc.org
Flag Football and Watch Party
Feb. 8 | 6pm-Halftime | Location TBA Bring a finger-food snack to share and come ready to cheer, play flag football, and enjoy the big game together! Sign up on Realm by February 8.
Galentine's Brunch
Feb. 21 | 10am-12pm | Hendrixs' Home
All high school girls are invited to brunch at the Hendrixs' home! Sign up on Realm by February 20.
Gather & Praise Choir Festival
Feb. 27 - Mar. 1 | Hilton Head, SC
Our Student Choir will participate in the “Gather & Praise” Student Choir Festival! This gathering of singers from across the area will take place at First Presbyterian Hilton Head Island.
SENIOR ADULTS
Wilna Eury, wilna.eury@att.net
PrimeTimers' Luncheon
Feb. 19 | 12pm | Crouch Fellowship Hall
Mark your calendar for our next Luncheon! We’ll welcome our own Molly Naylor to entertain us with songs from our favorite Broadway musicals. Invite a friend to share in fellowship and lunch! RSVP by February 13 on Realm or to Wilna at (704) 553-2615 The cost is $7/person.
CHURCHWIDE
connections@providencebc.org
Room in the Inn
Weekends in February
We need you! We will host Women and Children this year, one of Roof Above’s biggest needs. We'll need two women and one man to spend Saturday night, but there are opportunities for everyone! Sign up on The Chart › Churchwide. For questions, please contact David Pyatt at dpyatt45@yahoo.com or Leigh Frame at leighframe@mac.com
Souper Bown of Caring
Bring Donations by Feb. 8
On Super Bowl weekend, we will join together to meet the needs of our neighbors by collecting the following items for Second Harvest: Canned Meats, Pastas, Canned Fruits (low sugar), Cereal (low sugar), Canned Vegetables (low sodium) *No Glass
Please bring your donations by February 8. All are invited to a lunch in the Fellowship Hall following Worship! The CDC will sponsor its own collection from February 2-5.
Women on Mission
Feb. 10 | 10:30am | Nalley Missions Center
All are invited to join us for a time of fellowship, hands-on mission projects, great speakers, prayer, and lunch. We’ll make blankets for Ronald McDonald House and hear from Kay Carter, CEO of Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina. Bring plastic jars of peanut butter (any size/brand) to donate. Lunch ($5) and fellowship will follow. Questions? Contact Susan Jones at sbjones7@gmail.com or Lynn Osment at losment02@gmail.com
Shrove Tuesday Pancake Dinner
Feb. 17 | 5pm | Crouch Fellowship Hall
Join our ministers as they serve pancakes before Lent begins!
Drive-By Imposition of Ashes
Feb. 18 | 7-9am | Rotunda Parking Lot
Drive through the Rotunda parking lot as our ministers offer the imposition of ashes for the first day of Lent.
Student-Led Ash Wednesday Service
Feb. 18 | 6pm | Sanctuary “For He knows we are but dust...” (Psalm 103:14). Ash Wednesday is the beginning of Lent, a season of
repentance, mourning for sins, and humility before God. Join us for a special service led by our Student Ministry as we celebrate and prepare our hearts for the season of Lent.
Prayer Vigil
Last Saturdays in the Gordon Weekley Chapel You are invited to pray in the Chapel from 8am-12pm on February 28. Suggested prayer guides are available.
Join us Wednesday nights for Music, Missions, Faith Formation, and special programming for all ages! See the opportunities to join us during the month of February below:
ADULT DISCIPLESHIP | 6-7pm
February 4 Winter Bible Study (Phil. Session 3)
February 11 Winter Bible Study (Phil. Session 4)
February 18 Ash Wednesday Service
February 25 Deacon-Led Prayer Walk
MUSIC MINISTRY CHOIR REHEARSALS
5:45-6:30pm Cherub Choir, 3s, Room 1420
Julia Wright, Director Music Makers, 4s-TK, Room 1457
Molly Naylor, Director
Trinity Singers, K-1st, Room 2232
Nathan Hudson, Director
Young Musicians, 2nd-5th, Room 2306
Debra Wallace, Director
6:30-7:30pm Student Choir, 6th-12th, Room 2306
7:30pm Sanctuary Choir, Dotson Music Suite
Pete Leo, Director
February Calendar
WEEKLY CALENDAR
Sundays
9:15am Faith Formation
10:30am Worship
1-5pm Fitness Center Open
Mondays
6:30pm Carolina Shag Lessons
7-9pm Men's Pick-Up Basketball (ages 55+)
Monday-Friday
9am-8pm Fitness Center Open
Mon, Tue, Thu, & Sat
Times vary Jazzercise Class*
Tuesdays
11am Dr. Sasser History Class
Tuesday-Sunday
Times vary Indoor Pickleball*
Wednesdays
5pm Midweek at Providence
Thursdays
11am Adult Bible Study* 1-3pm Game ON! Social
Saturdays
9am-3pm Fitness Center Open
*Visit our website for full details
STUDENT FUSION | 5:45-6:30pm
We'll gather at 5:45pm in the Chapman Youth Room!
CHILDREN’S MINISTRY | 6:30-7:15pm
Weekly – Preschool Missions; Midweek for Children
February 11 MOMs Group: Faithful in the Ordinary
February 25 MOMs Group: Stronger Together
FELLOWSHIP DINNER MENUS
5pm | Crouch Fellowship Hall
February 4 Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo
February 11 Build-Your-Own Fajita Taco
February 18 Hamburger or Hot Dog
February 25 Meatloaf and Mashed Potatoes
The cost of a Midweek dinner is $25 per Family, $8 per Individual, $5 per Child ages 10 and under, and Free for Children ages 5 and under. Payments can be made via cash, check, or through Realm!
CHURCH OFFICE HOURS: Mon-Thu 9am-4pm; Fri 9am-1pm
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 1
11:30am Q1 Quarterly Church Conference, Sanctuary
FEBRUARY 2-5
CDC's Souper Bowl of Caring
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 7
Room in the Inn, Nalley Missions Center
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 8
11:30am Souper Bowl of Caring Luncheon, Crouch Fellowship Hall
6pm- Student's Flag Football Halftime and Watch Party
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 10
10:30am
Women on Mission, Nalley Missions Center
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 16
CDC Closed (Teacher Workday)
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 17
5pm Shrove Tuesday Pancake Dinner, Crouch Fellowship Hall
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 18
7-9am Drive-By Imposition of Ashes, Parking Lot 5pm Parents of Emerging Adults Dinner, Midweek Fellowship Dinner 6pm Student-Led Ash Wednesday Service, Sanctuary
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 19
12pm PrimeTimers' Luncheon, Crouch Fellowship Hall
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 21
10am Galentine's Brunch, Hendrixs' Home Room in the Inn, Nalley Missions Center
FEBRUARY 27 - MARCH 1
Gather & Praise Student Choir Festival, Hilton Head, SC
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 28
8am-12pm Prayer Vigil, Gordon Weekley Chapel Room in the Inn, Nalley Missions Center
The Record We Wrote
MARCH 8
Children's Sunday
Student's Sunday Night LIVE
MARCH 10
Women on Mission
MARCH 11
Providence Racers
MARCH 20-22
Women's Retreat
MARCH 29
Palm Sunday
In Christian Sympathy
We remember with appreciation and sympathy these Providence members who have recently passed away.
• Lilli Ann Squire, December 16, 2025
• Carolyn Motsinger, December 26, 2025
• Diana Culbreth, January 1, 2026
• Wilma Jones, January 17, 2026
Barbara Graham, January 26, 2026
New Members
ASH CARROLL
January 11, 2026
ONLINE GIVING
Do you give online to Providence? On Sundays, pick up an online giving card as you enter the Narthex and place it in the offering plate during worship!
