With Christ at the Center
CONNECTIONS
OUR VBS: ROAD TRIP WAS A HUGE SUCCESS! WE JOURNEYED ON THE GO WITH GOD TO MAKE NEW FRIENDS, LEARN, AND HAVE FUN WITH ONE ANOTHER. OUR TRAVELERS ALSO RAISED $2,000+ FOR SWANNANOA VALLEY CHRISTIAN MINISTRY'S (SVCM) WESTERN NC RELEIF EFFORTS! SEE YOU NEXT YEAR!
From the Minister for Adult Discipleship
Coming Soon: Nametags for Worshippers at Providence
Have you ever found yourself in a worship service unable to recall the name of someone sitting near you? You might wonder: “What’s her name?” or “I know his face but I can’t remember his name.” That’s OK! It happens to all of us. It takes time—and effort—to learn someone’s name.
When someone calls us by our name, it warms our heart and strengthens our sense of belonging. When someone calls us by our name, it communicates their care and intention to show hospitality. Isaiah 43:1 reminds us that we serve a loving God who “calls us by name.”
In 2025, two of our church’s top priorities are “promoting a culture of invitation” and “building strong relationships.” Learning our church members' names would go a long way to achieve these priorities.
To that end, the Providence Baptist Church Endowment is here to help! They have generously granted funds to be used for the purpose of creating durable and attractive
name tags for all worshippers. We hope to begin using these name tags in Advent 2025. The idea is to store our name tags in the rotunda so that as we enter the church, our name tag will be waiting for us. You’ll wear this name tag especially during the worship service. As you leave church, you’ll deposit your name tag into a basket where it will be returned to its designated storage location and be ready for you the following Sunday.
In order to do this, though, we need your help! Please take a moment to complete the quick and simple form found in the Monday emails or by scanning the QR code below. This form will help make sure that your name appears correctly on your name tag. There is also a collection box in the Rotunda where you can register for your new name tag. Providence will be collecting names from July through September 15, when we’ll send our collected names to the printer. Our name tags will include our first and last names. For example, my name tag will read: “Blake Kendrick” and will feature the church logo. Take a moment to fill
out the form so that, come Advent, your name tag is waiting for you.
I hope you’ll join me in wearing your name tag in worship, which will enable us all to promote a culture of invitation and build stronger relationships. May Providence Baptist Church be a place “where everybody knows your name," and may the peace of Christ be with you!
Blake Kendrick Minister for Adult Discipleship
Scan here to access the Nametag form
Ministry at Providence
ADULT DISCIPLESHIP
Blake Kendrick, bkendrick@providencebc.org
Fall Adult Bible Study: Daniel
Join us this fall as we continue our Adult Bible Study with the Book of Daniel! Our sessions will begin on September 4 at 11am in the Eddins Room and will continue through December. Invite a friend to enjoy fresh coffee, friendly fellowship, and engaging discussions as we deepen our knowledge of the Book of Daniel.
ACTIVITY CENTER
Michelle Hitselberger, mhitselberger@providencebc.org
Men's Softball
Our Men’s Softball league has officially begun! Be sure to come out and support the PBC teams each Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday night at 6pm and 7:10pm.
Summer Camps
The Providence Baptist Church Activity Center offers half-day (9am1pm) Summer Camps for children and students ages 6-18! Register on Realm today! For more information, visit www.providencebc.org/connect/ activity-center/camps
One/Zero Adventures Camp
Students ages 12-18 are invited to join us for a fun and adventurous summer! Our journeys will take us to Lake Wylie (Jul 22), CLT South End (Jul 29), Crowders Mountain (Aug 5), and an Appalchian trek (Aug 12). Register à-la-carte or for all 4 weeks!
History Classes with Dr. Jim Sasser
Adults ages 55+ are invited to join Dr. Jim Sasser for a 6-week class focusing on "The Presidents & First
Christmas in July Toy Drive
Ladies" along with other historical topics! Classes begin July 9 at 11am in the Eddins Room continuing on Wednesdays. The cost is $15/person. Register on Realm today!
CHILDREN
Claire Revord, crevord@providencebc.org
Summer Popsicles in the Park
Beat the heat and enjoy some sweet fellowship at Popsicles in the Park! Bring the whole family for a fun, laidback time of community, laughter, and of course, free popsicles! We’ll host several events throughout the summer so there's something for everyone's schedule. See the full list of dates and locations below.
• July 13, 3-5pm | PBC Playground
• July 23, 9-11am | Squirrel Lake Park
• August 3, 3-5pm | Park Rd. Park
• August 13, 9-11am | PBC Playground
Rising 6th Grade Breakfast
We are now collecting letters of encouragement for our rising 6th grade students! These letters are a special way to remind them they are loved, supported, and surrounded by a church family cheering them on as they age out of the Children's Ministry. Notes can be personal, prayerful, or simply encouraging as they head into middle school. Claire will collect letters through August 16 ahead of the breakfast on August 17.
CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER
Ursula Taylor, utaylor@providencebc.org
Summer Session 2
Summer Session 2 begins in the CDC July 14 and runs through August 22. We can't wait to see you this summer!
We’re gearing up for our Christmas in July Toy Drive in conjunction with our mission partner Congregations for Kids (CFK). We are collecting new, unwrapped toys to support CFK’s efforts to bring hope and happiness to children in care this upcoming holiday season. Visit cfknc.org/christmasinjuly to learn more about the drive, see suggested donation items, or make an online contribution. Providence will be collecting toys through July 17.
MUSIC
Pete Leo, pleo@providencebc.org
Summer Organ Sidekick
All students 3rd grade completed through high school are invited to come sit with Mr. Ed at the organ bench on Sunday mornings from June 1 through August 3! If your child is interested in learning about the organ or just wants to see more of what Ed does, please contact Ed at ewest@providencebc.org to schedule a time for your child.
No Sanctuary Choir in July
There will be no Sanctuary Choir rehearsals on Wednesdays or performances on Sundays during the month of July.
STUDENTS
Kristen Hendrix, khendrix@providencebc.org
PASSPORTmissions
PASSPORTmissions blends the excitement of summer camp with the adventure of a mission trip. From July 14-18, students will travel to Eastern Mennonite University in Harrisonburg, VA to grow closer to the Lord, put their faith in action through meaningful mission projects and have the summer of their lives!
Middle School Pool Party
On Sunday, August 3 from 2-5pm, the Genett’s are hosting our middle schoolers. Bring your swimwear, towel, sunscreen, and a change of clothes. Snacks will be provided. This is for students who completed 6th, 7th, or 8th grade this past school year.
SENIOR ADULTS
Wilna Eury, wilna.eury@att.net
PrimeTimers' Bingo
It’s July and that means it’s time for our Annual PrimeTimer’s Bingo! We will meet on Thursday, July 17 from 1:30-3:30pm in the Fellowship Hall for an afternoon of bingo, fellowship, and snacks. RSVP on Realm by July 11.
connections@providencebc.org
Providence Closed
The Providence Campus will close on Friday, July 4 in celebration of Independence Day. The Activity Center will be open from 9am-4pm, so come on out and get moving!
Faith Formation Break in July
During the month of July, Children's Student's and most Adult Faith Formation classes will not be meeting. Classes may choose to still meet if they wish.
Sunday Breakfasts in July
Join us again on Sunday mornings for breakfast before Worship! Breakfast will be served in the Fellowship Hall from 9-10am and includes bacon, sausage, grits, biscuits, and cinnamon rolls. The cost is a $5 donation per person. Children under 5 eat free.
July Calendar
WEEKLY CALENDAR
Monday–Friday
9am-8pm Fitness Center Open
Mon, Tue, Thu, & Sat
6-7pm Jazzercise Class
Mondays
6:30pm Carolina Shag Lessons
7-9pm Men's Pick-Up Basketball (ages 55+)
Tuesday–Sunday
Various Times Pickleball
*see our website for details
Wednesdays
7pm Ballroom Dancing
Thursdays
1-3pm Game ON! Social
Saturdays
8am-12pm Cotswold Farmers Market
9am-3pm Fitness Center Open
Sundays
9-10am Sunday Breakfasts
9:15am Faith Formation
10:25am Summer Organ Sidekick with Mr. Ed
10:30am Worship
1-5pm Fitness Center Open
Mid-Summer Ice Cream
Come beat the heat with us at our annual Mid-Summer Ice Cream gathering! We will meet at 6pm in the Fellowship Hall on July 23 for ice cream, fun, and fellowship. Sign up on Realm to let us know what flavor you’re bringing. We can’t wait to see you and your family there!
Church
Council Forum
Ahead of our Q3 Quarterly Church Conference, the Church Council invites you to join a forum on July 24 at 7pm in the Eddins Room. This forum will give you a chance to ask questions, hear updates and reports, have detailed conversations, and stay informed about what's happening at Providence. We will spend time talking about the upcoming revision to our Providence Will strategic plan, so come prepared to share your ideas about how to cultivate generosity,
FRIDAY, JULY 4
Providence Closed (Independence Day)
WEDNESDAY, JULY 9
11am History Class with Dr. Jim Sasser Begins, Eddins Room
SUNDAY, JULY 13
3-5pm Popsicles in the Park, Providence Children's Playground
MONDAY, JULY 14
CDC's Summer Session 2 Begins
JULY 14-18
PASSPORTmissions, Harrisonburg, VA
FunQuest Summer Camp, Activity Center
THURSDAY, JULY 17
1:30pm PrimeTimers' Bingo, Fellowship Hall
JULY 21-25
Happy Birthday Summer Camp, Activity Center
make disciples, engage Cotswold, bless Charlotte, and send apostles now and in the future.
Prayer Vigil
You're invited to come, sit quietly, and pray in the Chapel from 8am-12pm on July 26. Suggested prayer guides will be made available.
Q3 Quarterly Church Conference
Our Q3 Quarterly Church Conference will be held at 11:30am in the Sanctuary on Sunday, July 27.
All Ages Retreat
Standard registration for our upcoming All Ages retreat is open on Realm until July 27! Join us for a relaxing weekend as we worship and have fun with one another. We can't wait to see you there!
TUESDAY, JULY 22
Lake Wylie One/Zero Camp
WEDNESDAY, JULY 23
9-11am Popsicles in the Park, Squirrel Lake Park 6pm Mid-Summer Ice Cream, Fellowship Hall
THURSDAY, JULY 24
7pm Church Council Forum, Eddins Room
SATURDAY, JULY 26
8am-12pm Prayer Vigil, Chapel
SUNDAY, JULY 27
11:30am Q3 Quarterly Church Conference, Sanctuary
JULY 28 - AUGUST 1
Basketball Summer Camp, Activity Center
TUESDAY, JULY 29
CLT South End One/Zero Camp
The Record We Wrote
INCOME
Our financials are fairly strong for the month and that is good as we enter the summer months. Pleaseremember to give consistantly in the months ahead. Thank you for financially supporting the missions and ministries at Providence
In Christian Sympathy
We remember with appreciation and sympathy these Providence members who have recently passed away.
• Jean Hyman, May 16, 2025
• Myrline Johnston, June 1, 2025
Save The Date
AUGUST 3
Middle School Pool Party
AUGUST 5
Crowders Mountain One/Zero Camp
AUGUST 12
Appalachian Trek One/Zero Camp
AUGUST 17
Rising 6th Grade Breakfast
AUGUST 20
Widowed Wisdom Fellowship Session 2
AUGUST 24
Blessing Teachers/Students in Worship Rising Kindergarten Pop-Up
AUGUST 25
CMS School Year Begins
AUGUST 27
Rising 6th Grade Event
AUGUST 29 - SEPTEMBER 1
All Ages Retreat | Standard Registration Open thru July 27
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!
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