RECENTLY, A GROUP OF 20 PROVIDENCE WOMEN PARTICIPATED IN OUR WOMEN'S RETREAT TO MONTREAT, NC! WHILE THERE, THEY PARTICIPATED IN WORKSHOPS LED BY CARRIE VEAL, ASSOCIATE MINISTER AT MYERS PARK BAPTIST CHURCH, ON THE TOPIC OF "DISCOVERING THE ENNEAGRAM." THIS WAS A FUN, RELAXING, AND ENGAGING TIME. STAY TUNED FOR DETAILS ABOUT OUR NEXT RETREAT!
Dear Providence Baptist Church, Throughout the Biblical narrative, God calls us to follow. When we respond, “here I am, Lord,” it can signal that an exciting journey lies ahead, but it can also mean that we must leave something behind. Just as I trusted that God called me to Providence in 2014, I believe God is calling again, and I am compelled to respond, “I will go.”
Through much discernment and prayer, I have accepted a call to become the new Associate Minister for Music and Administration at Oakland Baptist Church in Rock Hill, SC. This new journey for my family means our time at Providence will soon come to an end; however, our love and gratitude continue eternally. For nearly 11 years, you have loved us, cared for us, and welcomed us as we have served together. The memories and experiences we have shared will forever shape the course of our lives – I hope, for the better.
As I reflect on my time here, I am filled with gratitude for the people with whom I have served. To the Sanctuary Choir: thank you for your dedication and support; you have inspired me, and I continue to be in awe of your faithful witness. To the Student Choir: thank you for your joyous energy and ambition; keep singing! To the Music Staff (past and present): thank you for trusting me and for joining me in our shared vision; you are a blessing. To all with whom I have worshiped, worked, sung, led, taught, laughed, cried, and anything else, thank you for allowing me to be a part of your lives; I am forever humbled by the journey we have shared together.
I often quote the hymn writer Fred Pratt Green, whose lyrics continue to inspire me. As I reflect on them, and as I think about the wonderful leaders and musicians at Providence, I have confidence that I am leaving the Music Ministry in good hands.
Those lyrics are as follows:
When in our music God is glorified, and adoration leaves no room for pride,
It is as though the whole creation cried: Alleluia!
How often, making music, we have found a new dimension in the world of sound,
As worship moved us to a more profound Alleluia!
Let every instrument be tuned for praise! Let all rejoice who have a voice to raise!
And may God give us faith to sing always: Alleluia!
May the peace of Christ be always with you!
Soli Deo Gloria, Rev. Timothy Hill Minister of Music
Blake Kendrick, bkendrick@providencebc.org
Do Justice: Braver Angels Workshop
On March 19, we’ll gather at 6pm in the Activity Center Parlor for a workshop with Braver Angels, a nonpartisan political group, about how to have meaningful conversations with those whom we might disagree with.
Michelle Hitselberger, mhitselberger@providencebc.org
Men's 55+ Pick-Up Basketball
Beginning March 3, men ages 55+ are invited to come play basketball Mondays from 7-9pm! Cost is free for active church members and $5/guest.
Understanding Medicare Workshop
Senior adults are invited to Medicare Workshops in the Activity Center Parlor March 5 at 11am and March 20 at 6:30pm. Sign up on Realm!
Additional Pickleball Play Times
Join us for new Pickleball play times! Advanced (level 3.5-5.0) is Saturdays from 8:30-11:30am and Intermediate/ Beginner (level 1.0-3.25) is Sundays from 1:15-3:15pm.
Summer Camp Counselors Needed
We need Summer Camp Counselors! Text Michelle at (704) 989-3617
Welcome Desk Volunteers
Volunteers are needed at the Welcome Desk! For more info and to apply, text Michelle at (704) 989-3617.
Elizabeth Maye Hudson, emaye@providencebc.org
Children's Sunday
Liturgy means "the work of the people." Our 2nd-5th grade children have been preparing to lead us in Worship through their work, words, and art. Join us March 16 at 10:30am! There is a required practice in the Sanctuary for all children March 12. Choirs will rehearse during their normal times and a full rehearsal will follow. Pick-up is in the Sanctuary.
Ursula Taylor, utaylor@providencebc.org
Celebrating Dr. Seuss
Classrooms will celebrate Seuss' Birthday, an annual nationwide reading celebration, from March 3-7.
Scholastic Book Fair
From March 10-14, the Scholastic Book Fair will celebrate reading and help students choose books.
St. Patrick's Day Parade
We encourage you wear “green” on March 17 for our outdoor parade. All participants will receive treats!
The CDC will be taking spring pictures from March 26-27. Purchase options will be made available.
Ed West, ewest@providencebc.org
Spring Student Choir Festival
Our Student Choir will participate in the “Gather and Praise” Choir Festival in Hilton Head, SC from March 7-9.
Dyanna Blackwell, dblackwell@providencebc.org
Keeping Up with Pastoral Care
Don’t forget to include Dyanna in any correspondence regarding prayer requests, deaths, or health concerns. Email dblackwell@providencebc.org or call (704) 366-4030 ext. 110
Kristen Hendrix, khendrix@providencebc.org
Game Night
Middle and high schoolers are invited to spend an afternoon playing games in the Activity Center on March 2 from 5-6:30pm! Sign up on Realm!
March Madness Bracket Challenge
Students & volunteer adult leaders can fill out a bracket for our March Madness Brachet Challenge! Join the PBC Students Group (link provided in the weekly emails) and fill out a bracket between March 16-18.
Sunday Night LIVE
All middle and high schoolers are invited to Sunday Night LIVE at 5:30pm March 23 in the Youth Room!
High School Spring Retreat
All 9th-12th graders are invited to our High School Spring Retreat May 2-4! Registration is open on Realm!
Wilna Eury, wilna.eury@att.net
PrimeTimers Luncheon
Mark your calendar for March 20 for our PrimeTimers Luncheon! Jeopardy champion Ben Ingram will be our guest speaker. RSVP by March 14 via Realm or to Wilna at (704) 553-2615
connections@providencebc.org
Shrove Tuesday Pancake Dinner
You're invited to our Shrove Tuesday pancake dinner! We’ll gather March 4 at 5pm in the Fellowship Hall.
Drive-By Imposition of Ashes
Stop by the Sanctuary parking lot as our ministers offer the imposition of ashes on March 5 from 7-9am.
Ash Wednesday Service
Join us in the Sanctuary on March 5 as our students lead us in our Ash Wednesday service at 6pm!
Come & See Clean Streets
Join us on March 9 for a streetcleanup of Randolph Rd. hosted by the Come & See Class! Meet in the Activity Center Parlor after Worship. Sign up on Realm by March 6!
Women on Mission
Women on Mission will attend the Second Harvest Empty Bowl Luncheon on March 21! We'll depart on the church van at 10:30am and return by 1:30pm. Interested? Contact Debra at (704) 614-7998 or Penny at (704) 641-2767 to reserve your spot.
CBFNC 2025 Annual Gathering
CBFNC’s 2025 Annual Gathering is March 27-28 at Pritchard Church in Charlotte! Register online by March 13 at cbfnc.org/annualgathering
Our weekly Midweek schedule offers Music, Missions, and Faith Formation for all ages.
See the opportunities to join us during the month of March below!
Invite a friend and neighbor to join us on Wednesdays and learn more about Providence!
ADULT ROTATIONS | 6–7PM
March 5 – Ash Wednesday Service (Student-Led)
March 12 – Book Club: Living the Quaker Way Part 2
March 19 – Do Justice: Braver Angels Workshop
March 26 – Vespers: Communion & Candlelight
MUSIC | CHOIR REHEARSALS
5:30-6:30pm – Young Musicians
5:45-6:30pm – Cherub Choir & Trinity Singers
6:30-7:30pm – Student Choir
7:30-9pm – Sanctuary Choir
STUDENT FUSION | 5:45–6:30PM
We will gather at 5:45pm in the Youth Room.
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+)
Tuesdays & Thursdays
10am-1pm & Adult Pickleball
6:30-10pm Open Play (ages 18+)
Wednedays
12-2:30pm Adult Pickleball Open Play (ages 18+)
5pm Midweek
7pm Ballroom Dancing
Thurdays
11am Adult Bible Study
1-3pm Game ON! Social
Fridays
9am-2:30pm Pickleball Tournament
Saturdays
8:30-11:30am Advanced Picklebell (Level 3.5-5.0)
9am-3pm Fitness Center Open
Sundays
9:15am Faith Formation
10:30am Worship
1-5pm Fitness Center Open
1:15-3:15pm Beginner/Intermediate Pickleball (Level 1-3.25)
SUNDAY, MARCH 2
5-6:30pm Student Ministry's Game Night, Activity Center Gym
CHILDREN’S ROTATIONS | 6:30–7:15PM
Weekly – Preschool Missions; Midweek for Children
FELLOWSHIP DINNER MENUS | 5PM
March 5
March 12
March 19
Chicken Parmesan & Spaghetti
Sweet & Sour Chicken Stir Fry
Bulled Pork BBQ Plates
March 26 Rotisserie Style Leg Quarters
The cost of a Midweek dinner is:
$25 per Family; $8 per Individual; $5 per Child ages 10 and under; Free for Children ages 5 and under.
Fellowship Dinner payments can be made via cash, check, or online through Realm!
CHURCH OFFICE HOURS
Monday through Thursday 9am–4pm; Friday 9am–1pm
MARCH 3-10
Celebrating Dr. Seuss in the CDC
TUESDAY, MARCH 4
11am-12pm Charlotte History Class, Activity Center Parlor
5-6:30pm Shrove Pancakes, Fellowship Hall
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 5
7-9am Drive-By Ashes, Sanctuary Parking Lot
11am Medicare Workshop, Activity Center Parlor
6pm Ash Wednesday Service (Student-Led), Sanctuary
MARCH 7-9
Spring Student Choir Festival, Hilton Head, SC
SUNDAY, MARCH 9
11:30am Come & See Clean Streets, Randolph Rd.
MARCH 10-14
CDC Scholastic Book Fair
TUESDAY, MARCH 11
11am-12pm Charlotte History Class, Activity Center Parlor
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 12
6-7pm MOMs Group, Room 2231
SUNDAY, MARCH 16
10:30am Children's Sunday, Sanctuary
MARCH 16-18
Student Ministry March Madness
MONDAY, MARCH 17
CDC St. Patrick's Day Parade
THURSDAY, MARCH 20
No Adult Bible Study 12pm PrimeTimers Luncheon, Fellowship Hall
6:30pm Medicare Workshop, Activity Center Parlor
FRIDAY, MARCH 21
10:30am Women on Mission Second Harvest Lunch
SUNDAY, MARCH 23
5:30pm Student Ministry's Sunday Night LIVE, Youth Room
TUESDAY, MARCH 25
VBS Registration Opens to Members
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 26
6-7pm MOMs Group, Room 2231
MARCH 26-27
CDC Spring Photos
MARCH 27-28
CBFNC 2025 Annual Gathering, Pritchard Church
SATURDAY, MARCH 29
8am-12pm Prayer Vigil, Chapel
We remember with appreciation and sympathy these Providence members who have recently passed away.
• Douglas Ray Smith, January 25, 2025 Albert Leath, February 6, 2025
February 16, 2025
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!
4921 RANDOLPH ROAD CHARLOTTE, NC 28211
APRIL 1
Community VBS Registration Opens
APRIL 9
Easter Rock Hunt
APRIL 13
Palm Sunday
APRIL 16
No Midweek Programming
APRIL 17
Maundy Thursday
APRIL 18
Good Friday
APRIL 20
Easter Sunday
APRIL 23
Providence Racers
APRIL 30
Final Spring Midweek
MAY 2-4
High School Spring Retreat
JUNE 16-20
Vacation Bible School
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