June 12 Friendship

June 19 Mercy

June 26 Humility

July 3 Vulnerability

July 10 Listening

July 17 Conversation

July 24 Self-giving & Sacrifice

July 31 Faith & Trust

During the Summer Sermon Series, Relationships, join us after worship as we explore the topics discussed

in the day’s sermon and how they apply to our marriages.

We’ll spend about fifteen minutes learning as a group, with the remainder of the time in guided conversation

with your spouse either here or after you leave. So, introverts, don’t be intimidated!

If you have questions, or to RSVP for childcare, please contact Rebecca Guzman, Director of Spiritual

Formation, rebecca@SMPChome.org.

"Where’s love come from, where’s love go? What feeds

love, what makes it grow?”

Bluegrass virtuoso Tim O’Brien’s lyrical questions lie at

the heart (pun intended) of human experience. Yet, it is

seldom that we ponder such questions as our lives

intersect with family, friends, colleagues, lovers,

spouses, frenemies, acquaintances, and strangers.

What fosters healthy relationships? Absent what

characteristics do relationships wither and perish?

This summer here at South Mecklenburg Presbyterian

Church, we will explore these questions as we worship,

study, pray, and sing together.

If you want to dance, why not take a little time to learn

the steps?

Marriage Enrichment: Sundays, June 12 - July 31

11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Room 206 ~ Childcare provided

Summer Sermon Series: Relationships

YOUTH MINISTRY

MISSIONS-OUTREACH MINISTRY

TACO TUESDAYS: June 14 through August 16* Youth are invited to meet up with Jessica at Salsarita’s in Blakeney at 12:30 p.m. No RSVP necessary.

*Excluded dates: July 19, August 2.

MASSANETTA SPRINGS MIDDLE SCHOOL CONFERENCE: JUNE 16-19 Our middle school youth head up to Massanetta Springs, VA to join other young Presbyterians for this exciting conference. We spend time making new friends, worshiping together, and learning more about who Jesus Christ calls us to be.

MONTREAT YOUTH CONFERENCE: JULY 17-23 Our youth spend the week with a thousand other Presbyterians from all over the country.

Our faith is challenged and encouraged by uplifting keynotes and worship services. We make lots of new friends and explore what it means to live out our faith.

Questions? Contact Jessica Tidwell-Weinzierl, Director of Youth Ministry, jessica@SMPChome.org.

CENTER OF HOPE MEALS We prepare and serve an evening meal on the first Saturday, and a hot breakfast on the

third Saturday of each month to the residents of the Center of Hope, the Salvation Army’s Women & Children’s Shelter. We need your help!

Sign up to lend a hand at www.SMPChome.org/Serve/Outreach.

AMERICAN RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE SATURDAY, JULY 16

Register at www.SMPChome.org to give the gift of life!

BE A TUTOR! Tutors and lunch buddies are needed this fall for several area elementary schools.

Your involvement can transform the lives of students who need our attention and the love of Christ.

TEN CENTS A MEAL OFFERING On the last Sunday of each month, we collect a special offering that goes to the

Charlotte Presbytery for distribution to local agencies that provide hunger relief. We ask individuals to donate 10 cents per meal each month to help fight hunger.

Questions? Contact Tom Strohl, Chair, Missions-Outreach Ministry, tstrohl8013@att.net.

Register for Carowinds by May 30. Details of all events are listed at www.SMPChome.org/Home/Events.

SUMMER FUN FOR EVERYONE!

SPIRITUAL FORMATION MINISTRY

MUSIC MINISTRY Our choirs are on hiatus for the summer, and now is a great time to decide to join!

CHANCEL CHOIR We will prepare for the Fall and Christmas season, as well as our December 10 Madrigal Feaste.

Come join us! Rehearsals will resume on Wednesday, August 17 at 7:00 p.m.

YOUTH HANDBELLS & YOUTH CHOIR Rehearsals will resume on Sunday, September 18. Preregistration is required for handbells.

Questions? Contact Audrey McConnell, Director of Music Ministry, audrey.mcconnell@gmail.com.

SMALL GROUP MINISTRY

Questions? Contact Nancy Metzler, Director of Hospitality & Connection, nancy@SMPChome.org.

FRIDAY MORNING MEN’S GROUP New Study Begins June 3 at 6:30 a.m., Room 204

Contact Aarik Eberhardt, aarikeberhardt@gmail.com.

PERSIAN PICKLES: SUMMER QUILTING GROUP Meets Monthly Beginning Tuesday, June 14, 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m., Palmer Building

Contact Joyce Highsmith, jahighsmith@carolina.rr.com.

PHOTOGRAPHY GROUP Meets Monthly for Location Shoots Beginning Saturday, June 18, 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., Wing Haven

Contact Tom Schellin, guitarbts@gmail.com.

MOMS’ COFFEE & BIBLE STUDY: First Thursday of each month, 10:00 a.m., Room 204 Study: The Best Yes by Lysa Terkeurst

Moms of young children, join us for Moms’ Coffee and Bible Study. Childcare is provided. Please RSVP to Rebecca Guzman.

CHILDREN’S CHAPEL: Third Thursday of each month, 10:00 a.m., Chapel

Parents and their preschoolers are invited to join us for this new worship just for them! We will enjoy movement and music, story time, sensory play, and other fun. Best for ages 5 and under.

RAIN OR SHINE MOMS’ GROUP: Second & Fourth Thursdays of each month, 8:00 p.m., Various Locations

This group meets monthly after bedtime, though childcare can be provided upon request.

SPIRITUAL JOURNALING with MANDY GODBEY Learn to creatively express spiritual feelings and responses through writing, drawing and other creative outlets.

Classes at 10:00 a.m. & 7:00 p.m., June 13, 20 and July 11.

Many small groups have summer plans; a sampling is listed below. Visit www.SMPChome.org for schedules.

Questions? Contact Rebecca Guzman, Director of Spiritual Formation, rebecca@SMPChome.org.

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL

AUGUST 1 - 5

9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Ages 3 through rising 6th-graders, join with us for

Surf Shack: Catch the Wave of God's Amazing Love!

Parents and Youth 7th grade and up, if you are able to volunteer for the full week, please do!

Register at www.SMPChome.org.

NONPROFIT U.S. POSTAGE *PAID PERMIT # 2953 Charlotte, NC

Wayne Henderson’s top-notch finger-picking is a source of great pleasure and pride to his friends, family and

neighbors in Grayson County, Virginia. His guitar playing has also been enjoyed at Carnegie Hall, in three

national tours of Masters of the Steel-String Guitar, and in seven nations in Asia.

In addition to his reputation as a guitarist, Henderson is a luthier of great

renown. He is a recipient of a 1995 National Heritage Award presented by the

National Endowment for the Arts. He produces about 20 instruments a year,

mostly guitars; he is almost as well-known for the mandolins he has made. Good

friend Doc Watson owned a Henderson mandolin. He said, “That Henderson

mandolin is as good as any I’ve had my hands on. And that’s saying a lot, because

I’ve picked up some good ones.”

A singer, fiddler, guitarist and tunesmith, Helen White has toured extensively

with Wayne in the U.S. and Europe. Her compositions include works for theater

and video projects as well as a Booklist honored recording of original songs for

children.

Both Wayne and Helen are frequent instructors at major traditional music camps

across the country.

Wayne Henderson in Concert

with Helen White

Saturday, August 20 6:30 p.m., Sanctuary

The concert is free and open to all. A love offering will be received.

For complete details of all services and events, visit www.SMPChome.org.