SPCC | September 2023 Newsletter

SEPTEMBER NEWSLETTER

SEPTEMBER EVENTS

SUNDAY9.3COMMUNION

TUESDAY9.5

WOMEN|1stTuesdaySupper Club6:30-8:30PM

THURSDAY9.7

WOMEN|AMJonahBibleStudy begins9:30-11:30AM

FRIDAY9.8

SPCC|MeetUp@MillCreek 6:00-8:00PM

KIDS|ConsignmentSale8-noon &3:00-7:00PM

SATURDAY9.9

KIDS|ConsignmentSale 8:00AM-2:00PM

MembershipClass8:30-Noon

TUESDAY9.12

WOMEN|PMJonahBibleStudy begins6:45-8:45PM

MEN|BibleStudybegins7:008:30PM

SATURDAY9.16

TRAINING|CovenantTheology 9:00-11:00AM

SUNDAY9.17

KIDS|MembershipClass12:152:00PM

SPCC|Tailgate5:30-7:30PM

SUNDAY9.24

SPCC|DiscoverSouthpointe

Lunch12:15-1:30PM

Route56|Bowling5:00-7:30PM

WEDNESDAY9.27

KIDS|TFK~Theological

FoundationsforKIDSbegins(1st4thGrade)6:00-7:00PM

FRIDAY-SUNDAY9.29-10.1

WOMEN|RetreatatEvinsMill

NEW MEMBERS & BAPTISMS IN AUGUST

Ruby & Violet Fehribach

Levi Lowery

Cooper & Lily Nixon

SPOTLIGHTMinistry Ministry

At Southpointe, we don’t simply want to be a church that offers small groups. We intend to be a church OF small groups. The primary way you experience church at Southpointe is through being part of an SP Group.

“How can I get connected at Southpointe?”

We hear this question at least once a week. The answer is pretty simple. The quickest way to connect with others at Southpointe is through VOLUNTEERING to serve and being part of an SP GROUP

Our SP Groups are:

around 8-16 people grouped by location meeting every week or every other week gathering for 1.5-2 hours in members' homes spending time together discussing an engaging topic it could be the sermon from that week or something of that nature getting to know one another- sometimes over a meal. sharing about life and caring for one another

Small groups are where we invest relationally and how we “do” the parts of church that don’t always happen on Sunday mornings. If you are interested in finding out more, head over to the Groups page of our website HERE and email info@spcommunity.org with questions.

If this sounds like something that you want to be involved in, please join us for our church-wide tailgate and BBQ Wear your sports gear, bring a chair and come have fun!

MINISTRY UPDATES

Women

Our Women's Retreat is coming up at the end of the month and we're hopeful this weekend gives everyone attending encouragement, rest, fun and challenges your heart.

September also starts our new 1st Tuesday Supper Club and Jonah Bible Study Click HERE to find out about all of our upcoming events

Men

Are you seeking a deeper understanding of your faith? A longing for meaningful connections with other like-minded men? Look no further! We are thrilled to invite you to our engaging 2nd and 4th Tuesday Bible Study centered around Tim Keller's enlightening book, "Counterfeit Gods " Want more information? email men@spcommunity org

SPOTLIGHTMission Mission

Matthew Dernberger

Route 56

Starting September 10th, our 56'ers will shift to Sunday evening meetings from 6-8PM. Bring a friend and enjoy this time of lessons and fellowship.

Route 56 invites our 5th & 6th graders to our September Bowling Social! Join us for bowling at Tusculum Strike and Spare as we spend time getting to know each other over bowling, pizza, and of course, dessert!

SP KIDS

SP Kids invites 1st-4th graders to join us for a 6-week educational class called TFK~Theological Foundations for Kids This is a chance to dig deeper into our faith and what it means to be a Christian. Parents are welcome to stay or drop off.

Hello Everyone!

My name is Matthew Dernberger and I grew up going to Southpointe. My Mom, Julie, is one of the leaders of the Stephens Ministry Currently, I am working for Reformed University Fellowship at Western Carolina University as an intern It is the beginning of the school year and things are busy! The first few weeks are the busiest part of the year for campus ministries, similar to tax season for an accountant. I will meet with dozens of different students, text hundreds of numbers, and have hundreds of conversations in this first month. As my boss puts it, we are in the “gathering” phase of RUF where we focus on bringing in first years and new students. After about 6 weeks we start the “cultivation” phase where we really start building relationships and discipleship with the students that have been showing up consistently.

CONSIGNMENT SALE

Our semi-annual Consignment Sale supports our MOPS Ministry Come out and shop gently used clothing, toys, and all things kids! Or sign up to volunteer and spend time caring for our community

Somethingsyoucanprayabout formeandmyco-workers:

1-Praythatwehavetheenergytopush throughtheawkwardconversations withfreshmen!

2-Praythatwerememberthegoalof ministry-tobringstudentscloserto Christ.

3-PraythatwerememberthatGodisat workinourministry!

Hospitality Hospitality Updates UpdatesMinistry Ministry

MARY ELLEN MCMILLIN

Hospitality Ministry Leader from 2014-July 2023

About10yearsago,myhusbandDrewand Iwereaskedtohelpleadthehospitality teamandbringbackcoffeetoSunday morningsatSouthpointe Wewereready togetmoreinvolvedandwereveryexcited aboutthisopportunity Littledidweknow howimpactfulthisrolewouldbeoverthe next10years Leadingtheteamenabled metousemygiftsofhospitalityand hostinginaperfectway.Overtheyears,all threeofmykidswerestrappedinacarrier whileIwasbrewingcoffeeandranaround thesanctuaryasweweretherebeforethe

the services started Leading the team has shaped our first 10 years at Southpointe and I am so grateful for all it has taught me and how God has used it to impact our family and others.

Ithasbeenaprivilegeandhonortohaveledthehospitalityteamovertheyears. Becauseofit,Ihavemetsomanypeopleastheyhavewalkedinthedoorsforthe firsttimeatSouthpointe.OverthepastyearIhavefeltGodleadingmetostep awayandmakeroominmylifeforservinginotherareas.Withthatsaid,itishard toleavesomethingthatIhavegrownsoaccustomedtoandhasshapedmySunday morningsatSouthpointe.Ihavetrulylovedleadingthisteamandgettingtoknow somanypeoplebecauseofit.

Thank you, Mary Ellen, your tireless serving has showed the love of Jesus to so many that have walked through the front doors of Southpointe & we are forever grateful!

Hello Southpointe! My name is Aubree Miller and I am excited to be stepping into the role of leading the Hospitality Ministry at SPCC My husband David and I have lived in Nashville for 16 years and have been at Southpointe for nearly 12 years David and I have served together on the Hospitality team for

several years I’ve also served on our Women’s Ministry Team and in SPKids We have 3 kiddos – Beau (12), Macey (9), and Cal (7) They all enjoy helping greet on Sunday mornings. We try to make it a family affair!

I love the energy of Sunday mornings here and the opportunity to greet everyone as they arrive to worship When guests come to Southpointe, the Hospitality Team is likely their first impression of our church body

My hope is that those guests, and all that walk through the front doors, My hope is that those guests, and all that walk through the front doors, will feel the love of Jesus right away through an inviting welcome and a warm smile, will feel the love of Jesus right away through an inviting welcome and a warm smile, followed up with facilitating connection to the church body. followed up with facilitating connection to the church body.

The friendly and warm atmosphere at Southpointe was something that David and I both loved when we first visited so many years ago. I am so thankful to Mary Ellen for heading up the ministry for the last 10 years and for fostering such a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere. I’m looking forward to continuing and building on what she’s established.

~Aubree

Want to JOIN THE TEAM?

We are always looking for new volunteers to serve with us. Email to find out more:

hospitality@spcommunity.org

BOOK RECOMMENDATIONS from Matt

DEVOTIONAL God's Wisdom for Navigating Life

by- Tim Keller

This is a wonderful devotional that is based on the book of Proverbs

These daily nuggets are saturated in both wisdom and grace

BOOK Transforming Grace

by- Jerry Bridges

This is a highly encouraging book that focuses on the motivation for Spiritual disciplines. One of the all time classics for growing spiritually It’s both profound and simple in its content.

PODCAST

The Emotionally Healthy Leader

by- Pete Scazzero

One of Matt's favorite Podcasts

~Mary Ellen

WEEKLY EVENTS INFO

SUNDAY -Worship9:00&10:45AM

-Route566:00-8:00PMdropoffaroundback -SPStudents 6:00-8:00PMdropoffBackLobby

TUESDAY: -CelebrateRecovery6:00-9:30BackLobby

WEDNESDAY:

-MorningPrayer6:15-7:00AMBackLobby

THURSDAY:

-TheRightDirectionGroup(AA)7:00-9:00PM BackWarehouse.

-AHGNolensville6:30-8:00PMeveryother Thursday -TrailLifeNolensville6:30-8:00PM

FRIDAY: -MOPS9:30-11:30AMeveryotherFriday

STEPHEN MINISTRY

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