September 2014 Communicator

A Publication of Sardis Presbyterian Church September 2014 Building God’s Kingdom Through Worship ● Service ● Fellowship ● Evangelism ● Discipleship

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Join us for an overnight camping adventure at Sardis! cook out

s’mores

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Reserve your campsite now Unsure about camping? No problem! Just join us for the Saturday night activities!

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Church Life

Ministry is about life in Christ which affects everything we do.

Our Church Family Our Christian Sympathy: to the family of Fredrick (Fred) Storey, and to Annie Koch upon the death of her brother, Robert Schnackenberg.

Congratulations: to Bryan and Gloria Hall upon the birth of their daughter, Greta Margaret Hall, and to Shelby and Brett Moyer upon the birth of their daughter, Mia Jane Moyer.

Tuesday, September 30 Join us for “An Evening with Robert Whitlow” on Tuesday, September 30. Our evening will start with punch at 5:45 p.m., then dinner at 6:00 p.m., and our speaker, best selling author, Robert Whitlow will be joining us at 6:45 p.m. The dinner is $10 per person. Make your reservations and pay online at www.sardis.org or call the reservation line at 704.926.1590 to pay at the door. The deadline is September 26.

Friendship Connection ‐ September 16

Friendship Connection is a fellowship group for retirees that meets on the third Tuesday of each month. The September program will be on September 16 at 11 a.m. in the Sardis House. Our guests will be educators from the North Carolina Zoo. You can look forward to hearing information about how animals around the world adapt to survive. We will have lunch ($8/person) at noon. Reservations are necessary for lunch and need to be made by Friday, September 12. Register online at www.sardis.org or call 704.926.1590.

Sardis’ Prayer Shawl Ministry

This ministry invites you to join them. No experience is necessary.

They meet the second and fourth Thursdays of each month, starting on September 11 at 2 p.m. in the

Parlor.

The group knits or crochets shawls to give to those who are recovering from surgery, those who are grieving, those who are homebound, and to those who need comfort. The group’s abilities range from novice to expert. You do not know how to knit or crochet? The group welcomes you to join them and receive instruction. You cannot attend the meetings?

You can still contribute to the group from home!

If you are interested in joining please come to the next meeting on September 11 or contact Peggy Baird at 704.366.3382 or email pbaird@carolina.rr.com.

Sardis Supper and Speakers Series Change is coming to our mid‐week program for adults! Instead of weekly meetings, we are planning to have a dinner and speaker program, one Wednesday evening each month. The dinner will be served from 5:30 p.m.‐ 6:15 p.m. The speaker will present from 6:30 p.m.– 7 p.m., with a question and answer session until 7:15 p.m.

Dinner reservations need to be made by noon on the Monday before each program date. You can register and pay online at www.sardis.org or call the reservation line at 704.926.1590 to make your reservation and pay at the door. The cost is $8 per person. You may contact Jane Fobel with any questions at jane.fobel@sardis.org.

Here are the speakers lined up for the fall:

September 17: Dr. Heath Morrison, superintendent of Charlotte‐Mecklenburg Schools.

October 8: Dr. Rebecca Joubin, Chair‐Arab Studies Department at Davidson College.

November 5: Kate Taber, PCUSA Mission Worker, Israel/Palestine, sponsored by Sardis.

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Church Life

Ministry is about life in Christ which affects everything we do.

Save the date for Stewardship Sunday‐ November 9

Yearlong Stewardship

Most of us like to put stewardship out of our minds for eleven and a half months

2015

of the year. Usually about the first of November,

before

we

think

seriously

One worship at 10 a.m.

Congregational brunch at 11 a.m.

about

Thanksgiving or Christmas, we operate in stewardship mode, deciding whether or not we can increase our last

year’s commitment resulting in this year’s giving.

There are different kinds of gifts…” I Corinthians 12:4

Sardis Gift Options‐ Leave A Legacy

Back in the day, we thought about our church contribution weekly, or at least monthly, when we wrote the check. Today it’s auto deposited, similar to auto pilot in an aircraft. I’m not saying things were better in the old days—they were not. I am saying we should think of

Each of us has different interests, just as the verse from Corinthians indicates. We’ve also been given different kinds of personal gifts. What are yours?

stewardship not as a “reason for the season” but as a reason for yearlong giving! Even better, giving back.

Good luck.

‐Harry Tatum

Habitat for Humanity ‐ Are YOU “In?”

Sardis Church is continuing its tradition of support for Habitat for Humanity as the major sponsor for the next house to be built by Habitat Matthews. This will mark the 104th house built by Habitat Matthews, a remarkable ac‐ complishment achieved through countless hours of hard work, sweat equity, and Christian fellowship.

While the dates and times are not quite set, the house will undergo construction starting in the latter part of September and continue for approximately 14 weeks.

There will be opportunities for construction labor, providing lunches, and landscape work for adults, youth and children at various stages of the project. Look for the dates and specific tasks to be published in the near future.

In keeping with our Stewardship theme of “I’m In,” consider what you can do to support Habitat individually or collectively as an Mustard Seed Group, Circle, Sunday School Class, or church ministry. No special skills are required, just a willingness to help the least of these in reaching their dream of a home for their family.

Throughout our lives, we are afforded the opportunity for options. The choices we make— choosing our life partner, where we live, the church we attend, career choices, investment decisions—are endless. Accordingly, each of us has the option of bequeathing money through our wills, insurance policies, trusts or annuities, or making living gifts during our lifetime to Sardis for its capital and other long term needs. It is your choice.

You may desire to increase financial support for an endowment already established in Christian education, mission, youth ministries, or property areas (Sanctuary, playground, cloister and memorial gardens, or cemetery upkeep). In addition, there is a general endowment fund which the Session can utilize for any long‐term need that is not part of our annual budget. What this implies is that Sardis needs our financial support beyond our annual giving.

Remembering Sardis in our wills, through an annuity or trust, or supporting Sardis during our lifetime through an endowment are ways to provide funding for maintaining the Sardis heritage.

Consider sharing your gift For more information through an endowment or contact the Sardis Gift through another type of Trust Commission at financial support. Leave a 704.366.1854. legacy.

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Church Life

Ministry is about life in Christ which affects everything we do.

July Financial Report As summer comes to close with children back to school and off to college, the halls of Sardis ring with construction work in the Education Building and echo with memories of another successful VBS, Camp Holiday, inspirational mission trips for our youth and their advisors, and, many more similar activities. Yet reality sets in when we view the enclosed financial results. Through July we are significantly under budget regarding “Pledged Income” which has resulted in a much lower cash position for the church than expected. So, as Fall sets in and new activities begin, please review your personal pledge position and, if behind, give serious consideration to bringing it up to date. We continue to do a very good job in expense management, but again Fall activities for our ministries will increase our financial needs. As always we do want to thank everyone for their continued support and faithfulness. Sardis always rises to the occasion, and we are confident that God will continue to bless Sardis and our entire church family.

July

July Expected

This year so far

This year so far expected

Pledges, gifts, and other revenue

$127,418.35

$145,003.33

$1,039,781.96

$1,109,563.31

Expenses

$154,431.04

$172,572.33

$1,136,158.89

$1,238,231.31

Net Total

($27,012.69)

($27,569.00)

($96,376.93)

($128,668.00)

Annual Budget: $2,129,993

August Session Highlights • The Session approved a change to the 2014 Corporate

Officers. Jennifer Childers (Director of Administration) replaces Jessica Otto as Corporate Vice President.

• Baptisms were approved as follows: Ford Ryan Thompson, son of Ryan and Elaine Archer Thompson – September 21, 2014 (This is a change of date only, baptism approved at June Session meeting), Rachel Caroline Jones, daughter of Sean and Rebecca Jones – October 19, 2014, Robert Graham Tilley, son of Chad and Ashley Tilley – October 26, 2014 • Transfers of membership were approved as follows: Brooke Patterson to Covenant Presbyterian Church, Charlotte.

Marilyn Marks and Robert Atkinson to Caldwell Presbyterian Church, Charlotte.

• LOGOS curriculum was approved.

• The following members were approved as advisors: High School – Dean Bowen, Mike Bowen, David Abercrombie, Doug Banks, Scott Banks, Kyle Bartel, Sheri Bartel, Sarah Polk Herum, and Bruce Scoggins.

Middle School – Jeff Weston, Mary Boylan, Lynn Cain, Elizabeth Campbell, Robert Vanderford, John Waller, Jeff Wilkinson, Melinda Wilkinson, Amy Read and Wells Tiedeman.

• Rev. Actionnel Fleurisma, pastor of OFCB Ministries in Bayonnais, Haiti to preach at both worship services on Sunday, October 12.

• Second Saturday services will continue to be held monthly for the remainder of 2014. Those dates are September 13, October 11, November 8 and December 13.

• Approval was given to change fees charged to Sardis groups for the use of Sardis buses. The current fee of $1.50 per mile for short trips remains the same but trips longer than 100 miles will be charged at $25 per night plus the actual cost of gas. This change will be reviewed in one year.

• Director of Administration, Jennifer Childers, gave a report on the progress of the HVAC project.

August Diaconate Highlights • The Deacons will serve Communion for World

Communion Sunday, October 4.

• Boy Scouts will be serving their brunswick stew at

Sardis Under the Stars.

• There will be a defibrillator put in the Sardis House.

• Crop Walk will be October 19.

• A new Hope Team will begin sponsoring a family in

• Pumpkinpalooza will be October 25 at 4 p.m.

September.

• Sardis Under The Stars will be September 27.

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Ministry is about life in Christ which affects everything we do.

Music Ministry Notes

Be A Part of Changing Lives at Sardis in 2015

Starting in September Youth Praise Band: Thursdays at 5:30 p.m. in the Sanctuary Upper Room.

Starting on September 4.

Children’s Choir: Thursdays at 5:30 p.m. in the Administration Building Choir Room.

Starting on September 4.

Youth Choir: Sundays at 5:00 p.m. in the Administration Building Choir Room.

Starting on September 7.

Alpha Ringers: Wednesdays at 9:30 a.m. in the Administration Building Music Room.

Starting on September 10.

Coventry Ringers: Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. in the Administration Building Music Room.

Starting on September 10.

Continuing through September Praise Band: Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall.

Sanctuary Choir: Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. in the Administration Building Choir Room.

The Clerk’s Ministry has begun its work of selecting new ministry members for 2015. Be a part of guiding Sardis on its journey next year by serving on one of our ministry teams. To indicate your interest or learn more contact Jeanne Hammons, Clerk of Session at: JeanneHammons@carolina.rr.com or 704.847.3284 or fill out the form below and return in the offering plate or submit to the church office. The ministries at Sardis are listed below: Capital Repair & Replacement

Finance

Recreation & Sports

Cemetery/Columbarium

Food Service

Sardis Gift Trust

Christian Education

Fellowship

Sardis Weekday School

Clerk’s

Membership

Senior Link

Community Service

Mission Interpretation

Stewardship

Communications

Personnel

Worship

Congregational Life & Care

Property

Youth

Name : Ministries on which you’d like to be considered to serve (in order of preference):

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Mustard Seed Groups Forming at Plantation Estates

If you are interested in learning more about participation in a small group, and would like to be in a small group that meets at Plantation Estates, join Jane Fobel for coffee and muffins, in the Ivy Room (formerly the Parlor) on Tuesday morning, September 9, from 10—11:30 a.m. Attendance does not commit you to joining a group, so come explore a new possibility with a open heart and spirit. You do not need to make a reservation, but if you think you will attend contact Jane Fobel to make sure there are enough muffins to share: 704.366.1854 or jane.fobel@sardis.org.

Mustard Seed Groups at Sardis

Interested in Joining Sardis?

September New Member Classes will be held each Sunday in September beginning on September 7 and ending with the joining Sunday on September 28. All classes will be held in the Administration Building Conference Room at the regular Sunday School hour of 10 a.m.

Mustard Seed Groups are our small group ministry at Sardis. They provide a wonderful way to connect with others and to grow in Christian Discipleship.

Contact Jane Fobel if you would like to join a group at 704.366.1854 or jane.fobel@sardis.org.

If you have any questions, please contact Rev. Alice A. Johnson at 704.366.1854 or alice.johnson@sardis.org.

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Church Life

Ministry is about life in Christ which affects everything we do.

The Church Mouse Program:

Civic Orchestra at Sardis

Ministering to Our College Students

Mark your calendar for Sunday, October 5 at 3:30 p.m. when Sardis will host the Charlotte Civic Orchestra in our Sanctuary. They will present the opening concert of their 2014‐ 2015 series. Under the baton of Geoffrey Whitehead, PhD, the Civic Orchestra is made up of accomplished musicians from Charlotte who play for the love of classical music and the gratification of performing in front of a live audience. Tickets will be available at the door, or see the website, www.charlottecivicorchestra.org for more information.

The Church Mouse Project is designed to help college students continue to feel part of the Sardis family while they are away living on college campuses. Collegians interested in having a “mouse” apply; members of the congregation volunteer to be “mice.” The mice then anony‐mouse‐ly send cards and inexpensive items to their collegian several times during the year.

New church mice are desperately needed! For more information, please contact Georgia Pressly: 704.364.9299 or presslyga@aol.com.

The Preschool with HEART. Sardis Weekday School is kicking off their 2014‐2015 school year on September 2! There are still spots available in the toddler program, so contact Louise Lippi, School Director, at 704.366.9681. We’d love to have you join in on the fun!

A ministry of Sardis Presbyterian Church since 1954, the heart of our program is a staff that strives each day to introduce our children to the joy of learning, the warmth of sharing, and the thrill of accomplishment.

♦ Visit our new Web site at www.SardisWeekdaySchool.org ♦

Consignment Sale: September 27; volunteers are needed, information is at our Web site.

♦

Planning for the Future strategic planning retreat:

www.facebook.com/SardisWeekdaySchool www.facebook.com/SardisPresbyterian www.facebook.com/SardisYouth

October 11, 2014. ♦

Celebrating Louise Lippi’s 30 years of leadership: October 12, 2014.

♦

We invite you to re‐link your Harris Teeter VIC card to # 3452.

@SardisPres @SardisYouth

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Church Life

Mission Trip for the Sardis Tai Chi Class

On July 25, the Sardis Tai Chi Class went on a “mission trip” to the Dove’s Nest, the residential addiction treatment program for women that is offered by the Rescue Mission for Women. On Friday afternoons, outside groups are invited to present programs for the residents. The Dove’s Nest directors are eager to introduce their residents to new activities and life skills. Sardis’ Tai Chi class introduced the residents to the calming and body strengthening benefits of Tai Chi. The class “performed” the Tai Chi routine, led the residents in a time of Christian meditation, and then invited the residents to join them and learn the ten basic exercises that are the foundation for the Tai Chi routine. The residents were very receptive and afterward spoke with the class members individually. They shared their stories and expressed appreciation for the introduction to a new exercise and its calming benefits. The volunteer coordinator reported to Jane Fobel that the residents “loved the class and want them to come back.” The warm reception was appreciated by the Sardis members, yet as is true with participation in most outreach endeavors, the class members felt they had received a greater blessing. It was humbling to see the commitment of the residents to restore their health and make a better life for themselves and for their children.

The Sardis class will continue to meet each Tuesday, beginning September 2, in the Sardis House at 4:15 – 5:15 p.m.

A class for beginners will be offered each Tuesday, at 5:15 – 6:15 p.m., if there are at least 10 participants registered. It will also meet in the Sardis House. The fee for the class is $18 a month. Questions? Contact Jane Fobel at jane.fobel@sardis.org or 704.366.1854.

Yoga Classes

Beginning the week of September 2, yoga classes are scheduled to begin meeting two times each week. The classes are held on Tuesday and Friday mornings, from 9:30 a.m.—10:30 a.m. The instructor is Cay Moore, a certified yoga instructor and a licensed physical therapist. The fee is $5 per class. For more information, contact Cay at caymoore@bellsouth.net.

Fall/Winter Youth Basketball—Ages 5‐18 years old

Sardis participates in the Metrolina Ministries Youth Basketball League for boys and girls ages 5—18 years old. We will play teams from any of over 30 Charlotte area churches. The league strives to provide a competitive, team building environment while representing Christ in our actions. The season consists of an eight game schedule with a season ending tournament for all teams. Practice begins November 1 with games scheduled the first Saturday of December through early March. Register and pay online at www.sardis.org. If you have any questions contact Tim Little at timlittle3@gmail.com.

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Lay Ministry

The Son of Man came not to be served, but to serve.

Ten Cents a Meal

The first Sunday of each month we collect “Ten‐Cents‐A‐Meal” donations to provide hunger relief and help at‐risk youth in our community. Watch for changes as we expand the participation of this service opportunity from the Youth to all members of the Sardis family. Beginning this fall, the Christian Education Ministry is the first to rotate over the collection process. Thank you for setting aside ten cents at each meal and donating it on the first Sunday for our neighbors who need help.

Charlotte CROP Hunger Walk Sunday, October 19

One child dies from hunger‐related causes every five seconds. In the U.S., more than 43 million Americans donʹt have enough to eat. This year local hunger agencies are even more in need of our support. Twenty‐five percent of the money raised during the Charlotte Walk remains here to support local food charities. The balance of the money goes overseas to support the efforts of the sponsoring agency, Church World Service, to provide disaster relief and sustainable development in over 50 countries.

Sardis members are encouraged to participate through donations and/or joining our Sardis Team. The 6k (3.8 mile) walk starts at 2:30 p.m. in uptown Charlotte. We encourage Sunday School classes, Mustard Seed Groups, Youth Groups, Choirs, Circles, and families to walk together and maybe even engage in some healthy competition to see who can field the most walkers. We are challenging each of our walkers to raise $150, which is only $10 from 15 people!!

Choose one of the options to join the Sardis team and/or make a donation: 1. www.charlottecropwalk.org 2. Volunteers from the Sardis Team will be in the Gathering Place from 9:45 a.m. to 11 a.m. on the following Sundays: October 5, 12, and 19. CROP Walk information, walker packets, and t‐shirts ($7) will be available and you can make a donation (cash or check) if you are not able to join us for the Walk. Every member at Sardis has the opportunity to participate (either by walking or sponsoring a walker) in this event and help fight hunger.

For information about walking, sponsoring, or volunteering, please contact Jane Tilley at 704.847.0191 or jtilley@thefletcherschool.org.

Sardis CROP Walk participants at a previous CROP Walk.

Way to go Sardis!

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Lay Ministry

The Son of Man came not to be served, but to serve.

A New Year of Planting Seeds of Hope at Rama Road Elementary School!

Sardis members, your donations of school supplies made our Pool for School Tools drive a resounding success.

These supplies will help both the students and teachers at Rama Road.

The Rama Road staff enjoyed their welcome back orientation at the Sardis House on Monday, August 18. They were treated to breakfast and lunch prepared by the Planting Seeds of Hope Committee and given bags filled with school supplies. Their day included getting ready for a successful school year with team building exercises in the Sardis House and a cookie decorating competition, based on the TV program Chopped, in the Fellowship Hall.

The day concluded with the entire staff participating in outreach at the Second Harvest Food Bank. Staff members are always so appreciative of the support shown by Sardis members.

Soup Kitchen – Volunteers Needed

Sardis Garden – Green thumb badge!

Five adult volunteers are needed

David Blackley and the boy scouts

to work Saturday, October 25 at

worked hard in the Sardis Garden this

the Urban Ministry Soup Kitchen.

spring. Thanks to their amazing job,

Time commitment is 9 a.m. until

the garden is overflowing with squash,

1 p.m. Great outreach project for a

tomatoes and flowers which have

class, group, or individuals!

been delivered to the Matthews Help Center, and soon

Please contact Sarah Tatum at

to our shut‐ins. A great, big thank you for your

704.807.2536 or send an email to

hard work!

st204fairwinds@aol.com.

Spaghetti Sauce Sundays

Forty pounds of sauce were collected in July for Loaves and Fishes! Drop off your extra spaghetti sauce any

Join the Cub Scouts!

Pack 33 invites all elementary age boys to learn more about Cub Scouting at Sardis.

Sunday in the Gathering Place or

Visit www.pack33charlotte.org

Narthex. Your donation will help feed

for more information about

a family in need.

Pack 33 and Cub Scouting!

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“Let the little children come unto me.”

Harry Potter Comes to Sardis!

During the first quarter of the year, our elementary students will join on A Faith Journey with Harry Potter. This Sunday School class will meet in the Sardis House for the first few weeks of the class, at 10 a.m.

Confirmation Class 2014 All eighth graders are invited to join this year’s Confirmation class. The program begins in September and ends in May. It will be held during our Sunday School hour. For information on this program or to register, contact Renda Brinson at

The Harry Potter books and the movies have had

renda.brinson@sardis.org.

the ability to capture the imaginations of chil‐ dren, youth, and adults. While the books are fan‐ tasies, they are full of themes that speak to us as Christians. Evident in the stories are service,

To Families of

encouragement, friendship, courage, and family.

First and Fourth Grade Students:

Watch future Communicators more information

Due to the special series for all elementary students during

on this program, or contact Renda Brinson at

Sunday School, your Christian Education Ministry has

renda.brinson@sardis.org for details.

delayed our Worship program for first graders and Catechism for fourth grade until January. More information will be sent to families later this year. We invite all children to participate in these special programs later into the year.

A mid-week faith and fellowship program for children Kindergarten through Fifth Grade

Wednesdays 5:00-7:00 p.m.

First Semester begins September 10, 2014 Cost: $110 a semester REGISTER ONLINE TODAY! www.sardis.org

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“Let the little children come unto me.”

Sunday School News!

The new Sunday school year begins on Sunday, September 7. Look for, and take, the brochure in the pew and the literature racks for a description of the classes.

All classes will return to their regular meeting schedule, though some classes will be in new locations for the first 6 – 8 weeks of the new program year. The temporary change in meeting space is due to the work in the Education Hall on the HVAC system and lighting. See below for the room changes for September and October: • JAVA: Room 216 • Discussing Books and Topics: Room 219 • Contemporary Christian Issues: back half of the Sardis Mission Hall, Sardis House • Elementary and Middle School: Sardis House • High School: Choir Room above the Chapel

Join an Adult Sunday School Class This Fall

If it is 10 a.m. on Sunday morning, Sardis adults are engaged in a variety of Sunday School classes.

Come grow with us!

This fall, Discussing Bible, Books, and Topics will be using the Present Word Curriculum to study the message of the Old Testament Prophets; Reading for Reformed Reflection will be reading Jack Roger’s book, Presbyterian Creeds: A Guide to the Book of Confessions; The Bible Study for Women Class will be studying the book of Genesis; and the Contemporary Christian Issues Class welcomes a variety of speakers from the community to lead reflection on issues in our wider community from the prospective of our faith. September speakers include Tom Kort, Adrian Martin (our new Director of Youth Ministries)

Tuesday Evening Bible Study

Join us on Tuesdays from 6:30—8:00 p.m.

and Brandan Pierce from F3 Foundation. Our other adult classes, Crossroads, The Robert Pharr Men’s Class, Open Door and Java, all have exciting offerings as well.

beginning on September 2. We will meet in room

211/212. Bring your supper, if you want, for a

We have large classes, small classes, lecture‐based classes

weekly study. There are questions to guide your

and discussion classes. There is a place for everyone in

reading assignment for the week, class

Sunday school at Sardis. For questions contact Jane Fobel at

discussion and some lecture. We will do an

jane.fobel@sardis.org or call 704.366.1854.

overview of three prophets: Jeremiah, Ezekiel, and Daniel. Each of these men spoke to their nation at a time of internal strife and threats from

Thursday Morning Seekers Bible Study

those surrounding them. Their words can be

Join us on Thursday mornings, 10 – 11 a.m., Room 211/212,

heard anew in our world. Our study beginning

beginning September 4. This class will be led by Jane Fobel.

in January will be on the book of Romans.

Our Fall Study will be from Deuteronomy and our Spring

Contact Renda Brinson with any questions.

Study will be from the Gospel of Matthew.

Exploring the Bible Class—Thursday Morning Bible Study

Beginning on September 4, Exploring the Bible Class, led by Renda Brinson, will do a study of the book of Acts. The church is the community of God’s people and Acts looks at the beginning of the Church – the men and women who lead it and the principles that steered it. This class uses questions, discussion and lecture to investigate Scripture together, and meets on Thursday mornings from 10 a.m.—11:30 a.m. in the Sardis House. Beginning in January, we will do a study of Parables.

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From Dr. Kort’s Newest Blog Post http://tomkort.blogspot.com/ September 1, 2014 “If you had to communicate to the world the love of God, how would you do it?

Today, you might use Facebook, YouTube, iTunes, texting, Twitter, or Instagram.

In Biblical times, Jesus used no external means of communication. Instead he simply told stories face to face with his listeners. We call those stories parables, and the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, and Luke are chock full of them. What the proverb was to Solomon and the fable to Aesop, parables were to Jesus.”

Beginning on September 7, we are back to our regular Sunday schedule...

Join Dr. Kort for his new sermon series,

“Stories for September” 9:00 a.m.

Contemporary Worship in the Fellowship Hall

10:00 a.m.

Sunday School

11:00 a.m.

Second Saturdays at Sardis will continue! Informal, contemporary worship services at 5:30 p.m. in the Sardis House.

September 13, October 11, November 8, December 13

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