Update for July 18, 2010

Thanks to everyone who came to the college class party last Thursday! Everyone had a great time, and the food was amazing!


Announcements

Donate blood during the Blood Drive in the mobile unit in the Colquitt St parking lot this Sunday, June 25, from 8am-1pm.

Plan to attend the Church Business Meeting in the Fellowship Hall following the 11:00 service this week. Lunch will be served for $7.

South Main's 2010 Bach to Broadway cast presents South Pacific on August 12-14 at 7:30pm and August 15 at 2:00pm. Tickets are available at smbc.org.

Ever wanted to be a part of the Guinness Book of World Records? Your chance is coming on Saturday, August 21 from 9:00am to 2:00pm (plus free dumplings for lunch!). Volunteer to come to the church to create the world's longest chain of shoes, all of which will be donated to orphaned and at-risk children through the Buckner Shoes for Orphan Souls program by signing up here. South Main is currently celebrating it's 10th year of participating in this wonderful project, which has provided over 1.8 million shoes for orphans as far away as Guatemala, Kenya, and Peru. Also, if you have any ideas of what we should spell out with the shoe chain in the parking lot, send it to solechain@smbc.org by July 29. Follow this exciting event on Facebook and Twitter.

If you're looking for another opportunity to participate in a thought-provoking Bible study, head to the Fellowship Hall every Wednesday at 6:30 to hear Steve give a great lesson. Dinner is served as early as 5:00pm.


Prayer Requests and Praises

Jim was diagnosed last week with shingles in his throat. Please keep him in your prayers.

Pray for safe travels for those traveling performing mission work in Peru, including many of our freshmen.

Update for July 11, 2010

Tomorrow's college class party at the Barkley house is going to be SO AWESOME! Please come at 7pm -- bring a bathing suit if you want to hop in the pool, but bringing your appetite is mandatory! :-)


Announcements

In celebration of the season and, even more excitingly, of the new freshmen in our midst, we're having a COLLEGE CLASS PARTY at the Barkley house tomorrow at 7:00pm! Woo! We'll feed you, but please RSVP (by responding to this email or contacting a member of the College Class leadership) so we know how much to serve. Also, bring your bathing suit and towel if you feel like hopping in the pool! The Barkleys live at 5602 Wigton, Houston 770096, and their number is (713) 728-2768.

The South Main Garden, located between the Westmoreland Chapel and the Chafin Building, is in need of some trimming, so if you would like to take home some fresh herbs or veggies, please feel free.

South Main's 2010 Bach to Broadway cast presents South Pacific on August 12-14 at 7:30pm and August 15 at 2:00pm. Tickets are available at smbc.org.

Ever wanted to be a part of the Guinness Book of World Records? Your chance is coming on Saturday, August 21 from 9:00am to 2:00pm (plus free dumplings for lunch!). Come to the church to create the world's longest chain of shoes, all of which will be donated to orphaned and at-risk children through the Buckner Shoes for Orphan Souls program. South Main is currently celebrating it's 10th year of participating in this wonderful project.

If you're looking for another opportunity to participate in a thought-provoking Bible study, head to the Fellowship Hall every Wednesday at 6:30 to hear Steve give a great lesson. Dinner is served as early as 5:00pm. I've often heard, "Steve gives fantastic sermons, but he is astoundingly good at leading Bible study." I hope you'll join us!


Prayer Requests and Praises

Sarrean's cousin's son is recovering from a dog attack.

Duffy's sister is in Kenya on a mission trip.

Christopher has esophagus cancer.

Safe travels for those traveling to Peru

Rachel's family is traveling.

Update for July 4, 2010

Hey guys and gals! Just in case the heat and tropical storminess didn't tip you off, it's summer! Hope you're all having a wonderful time!


Announcements

In celebration of the season and, even more excitingly, of the new freshmen in our midst (yes, former high school seniors, it's that time! Congrats on your accomplishments and welcome to the College Class!), we're going to have a COLLEGE CLASS PARTY at the Barkley house on Thursday, July 15th at 7:00pm! Woo! We'll feed you, but please RSVP (by responding to this email, contacting a member of the College Class leadership, or talking to us in Sunday School) by July 12th so we know how much to serve.

The South Main Garden, located between the Westmoreland Chapel and the Chafin Building, is in need of some trimming, so if you would like to take home some fresh herbs or beans, please feel free.

South Main's 2010 Bach to Broadway cast presents South Pacific on August 12-14 at 7:30pm and August 15 at 2:00pm. Tickets are available at smbc.org.

Ever wanted to be a part of the Guinness Book of World Records? Your chance is coming on Saturday, August 21 from 9:00am to 2:00pm. Come to the church to create the world's longest chain of shoes, all of which will be donated to orphaned and at-risk children through the Buckner Shoes for Orphan Souls program. South Main is currently celebrating it's 10th year of participating in this wonderful project.

If you're looking for another opportunity to participate in a thought-provoking Bible study, head to the Fellowship Hall every Wednesday at 6:30 to hear Steve give a great lesson. Dinner is served as early as 5:00pm. I've often heard, "Steve gives fantastic sermons, but he is astoundingly good at leading Bible study." I hope you'll join us!


Prayer Requests and Praises

Jennifer's sister, Lee, has been diagnosed with MS; she went to see a specialist this week.

Sarrean's grandmother is having troubles with her medication, and her mother is looking for a job. Please keep them in your prayers.

Adeola's mom is experiencing severe back pain.

Scott is in the officer corps of the Coast Guard!

Safe travel and vacations during the summer.

Update for May 31, 2010

The good news about the arrival of hurricane season is that summer is here, too! Enjoy some time off from classes, and get lots of rest!

Announcements:

KidQuest is June 14-18, and we need your help to make it succeed! We will be sharing the Gospel with 180 children from diverse backgrounds and homes across Houston. We have iplanned a safe environment to minister to children, youth, and adults as they experience Christ’s love firsthand through the words and actions of our congregation members. We are mindful that in order for KidQuest to successfully meet our ministry goals, we need our entire church family to give of their gifts and resources. To that end, this is the help we need from you:

We need lunch monitors to help kids open juice boxes and take lids off of pudding cups. This short but crucial commitment allows teachers, leaders, and youth who work all day long take a much needed break to eat and fellowship with other adults or teens as they refuel both physically and spiritually over Bible study and lunch. Please show up between 11:45 and 1:20 -- even one day helps! Lunch will take place in the gym on Monday and in the Fellowship Hall from Tuesday through Friday.

We need folks to bring in candy, nuts, and chips to the preschool hall in the Loessner building on Sunday, June 13 to help sustain the adults and youth as they take short breaks to get a bite and catch a minute of quiet or share how they see God throughout the week.

If you want to serve as a crew leader or in any of these other capacities, contact Dolores Rader or Mel Musgrove ASAP.


SMBC choirs will sing the National Anthem at the Astros game on Tuesday, June 22 at 7:05pm. Go to smbc.org to purchase $15 tickets in the big block of South Main seats!

Manna, South Main's mission to the homeless right on our doorstep, takes place at 8:00am every Sunday morning. If you would like to volunteer to set up and/or help lead the Manna worship service, please contact Erin Conaway.

The Discipleship Committee is looking for volunteers to pray for worship services. If you are interested, please contact Ruth Campos or Lu Alcazar.


Prayer Requests and Praises:

Sarah Villasenor has a (or maybe two!) summer job(s)!

Sarrean White's grandmother is having medication issues.

Pray for the success of KidQuest, and that it touches many children's and family's lives.

Update for May 9, 2010

It was great seeing several of you back in Houston this week. We're praying for you as you take your finals and embark on summer jobs and travels!

Announcements:

There will be a blood drive in the Fellowship Hall this Sunday the 16th from 8:00am-1:00pm.

Manna, South Main's mission to the homeless right on our doorstep, takes place at 8:00am every Sunday morning. If you would like to volunteer to set up and/or help lead the Manna worship service, please contact Erin Conaway.

Prayer Requests and Praises:

Please pray for the flood victims in Nashville, TN.

Virginia's father, a landman, was just laid off.

Keep each other in your thoughts and prayers as you wrap up the school year.

Marie's neighbor has been diagnosed with breast cancer.

Joey has found a place to live in Iowa.

Emily and Kyle are both moving within a day or two of each other --pray for their safe move and their family's sanity!

Update for April 25, 2010

Thanks to John Cate for coming out for Missions Day! Together, the College Community, Young Adults, and various other members of the church--as well as some visitors!--created a massive 6'x70' community garden behind the Education Building. Next time you're at Sunday School, check out the garden view from our windows. I will be posting pictures on Facebook this weekend.

Announcements:

The Youth are presenting Beauty and the Beast TODAY, April 30 at 7:30pm and TOMORROW, May 1 at 2:00pm. Student tickets are $10 and can be purchased at the door. The show is going to be wonderful, and the youth have worked super hard, so be sure to come out and support them!

This Sunday, May 2, is your chance to audition for Bach to Broadway: South Pacific. Come to the choir suite after church on Sunday to sign up for an audition time (slots are from 12:15 to 5:00pm). NO PRIOR ACTING OR SINGING SKILL REQUIRED! I would recommend YouTubing some of the songs, though, if you're not familiar with the show. You'll feel better prepared. :-) Break a leg!

Singer and songwriter David Wilcox will be in concert at SMBC, May 7. The doors of the Youth Center will open at 7pm, and the concert starts at 8pm. Admission is $15 and can be purchased online at smbc.org; under 20 remain, so hop on it if you want to attend!

The deadline to sign up for the Mission Trip to Guatamala from July 2-6 is TODAY! The group will lead a Disciple Now Weekend, complete a local service project, and fellowship with students in transitional homes. The land cost ($915) includes meals, lodging, in-country transportation, insurance, interpreters, bottled water, and sightseeing. Airfare will be arranged separately.

Manna, South Main's mission to the homeless right on our doorstep, takes place at 8:00am every Sunday morning. If you would like to volunteer to set up and/or help lead the Manna worship service, please contact Erin Conaway.


Prayer Requests and Praises:

Scott Bock (Virginia's friend) is going into the Army or Coast Guard this week!

Robyn Watson's back procedure did not work; she is still in pain.

Praise: Bryan Brooks' tumors were benign!

CORRECTION: The mother of Rachel Rentz's friend Aleeza had a miscarriage. Please pray for her and her family.

Update for April 11, 2010

Oh boy, finals aren't far away! Good luck to all of you! We're praying for your well-restedness and clarity of mind while you take exams, give presentations, and write essays -- and that you have a little fun too! :D

Please email Marie or Jennifer if you are coming to Missions Day this Saturday morning! More details are below.

Also, please mark your calendars: College Tour will be April 29-30.

The Share Campaign kicked off this past Sunday. This campaign is designed to engage the members of South Main in reaching out to the people they know and meet to share their faith and church community. During this campaign, we will discuss what it means to open ourselves up for God to work through us in the lives of those around us. Each week, we'll be studying what it means to live, learn, listen, and share as a Christian in today's world. Check out the South Main blog for encouraging articles and stories about your fellow church-goers.


Announcements:

This Saturday (April 17) is Missions Day. Bagels will be served from 8am-8:30am, and then the college class will troop to the South Main Community Garden to set up beds and planters & plant some veggies until around noon. Bring your own supplies (trowel, gloves, knee pads, etc). Last year, we had NO college students attend Missions Day, so please come out this year if you're in town! I know it's early in the morning, but we'll be making a huge difference for our community with this project, which will provide food and nourishment to our neighbors. Again, please RSVP by emailing Marie or Jennifer if you are coming!

Bring your used clothes to the Youth Building any time before Saturday; the Youth are sorting clothes for a clothing drive as their Missions Day project.

There will be no 8:30 worship service on April 25.

Susan's Rally, which supports the fight against cancer and is organized by SMBC's own Bruce Roberson, will be held April 25 at noon. The starting line is the Momentum VW/Audi dealership at 2405 Richmond, and the finish line is at the Post Oak Grill. To register, visit www.susansrally.org.

There will be a church business meeting April 25 at 12:30 in the Fellowship Hall.

College Tour is coming to a town near (most of) you, April 29-30!

The Youth are presenting Beauty and the Beast Friday, April 30 at 7:30pm and Saturday, May 1 at 2:00pm. Student tickets are $10 and can be purchased at the church or at smbc.org.

David Wilcox Concert at SMBC, May 7

Manna, South Main's mission to the homeless right on our doorstep, takes place at 8:00am every Sunday morning. If you would like to volunteer to set up and/or help lead the Manna worship service, please contact Erin Conaway.

College Mission to Collique, Peru, May 22-29, 2010, organized by Tallowood Baptist Church. The cost is $1,500 per person. We will be ministering through worship, VBS, sports camps, construction, and painting. We'll also get to sight see in Lima. Contact Chuck Westbrook if you are interested in going.


Prayer Requests and Praises:

Jennifer Gribble's sister was recently diagnosed with MS. Please pray for her as they explore treatment options and look at how life will now be different.

Sean and Amy's wedding was beautiful. Pray they have a safe and restful -- and fun! -- honeymoon!

Bryan Brooks is having surgery tomorrow, Friday April 16th. He needs blood donations through MD Anderson, so please donate if possible.

Marie Parks' mother had successful heart ablation on Monday, so she's out of atrial fibrillation and back in rhythm!

The mother of Rachel Rentz's friend Aleeza had a miscarriage. Please pray for her and her family.

Virginia Busby has an apartment in Nashville!

John Cate has a job!

Claire Hein has an apartment, but is looking for a job.