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A word from our Pastor, Bruce L. Troy
Bruce L. Troy began his ministry with us on Sunday, October 19th, 2008. Learn more about Bruce and his vision for Southmont. More >>
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Keep up with many different areas of ministry at Southmont with our blogs. You will be able to stay informed about specific happenings in many different areas of ministry by checking out our blog page.
Coming up at Southmont
Women's Ministry - Walk'n Roll
The Health and Fitness Team of the Women's Ministry invites all ladies to join the "Walk 'n Roll Divas"! They will be walking 2 days a week - every Tuesday and Thursday beginning June 1st. Let's meet at the church parking lot at 8:30. Walk fast or slow - it doesn't matter - just walk together. For more info, call Loretta Stubblefield at (940) 382-6344.
Music and Worship Ministry
Fall Schedule
Sunday
4:00 pm Student Praise and Worship Team (Starts Sept. 12)
6:00 pm Adult Bell Choir (Starts Sept 12)
7:00 pm Praise Team (ongoing)
Tuesday
10:00 am Senior Adult Choir (Starts Sept 21)
11:00 am Senior Adult Bell Choir (Starts Sept 21)
7:30 pm Heritage Quartet (ongoing)
Wednesday
5:00 pm Worship Signing Class (ongoing)
6:30 pm S.T.O.M.P Children’s Choirs (Starts Sept. 8)
6:45 pm Orchestra (ongoing)
7:30 pm Worship Choir (ongoing)
All Church Labor Day Picnic
Our second annual Southmont Family Gathering at Camp Copass is planned for Sunday, September 5 – 3:00-7:00 p.m. We will have hot dogs, chips, drinks, snow cones, miniature golf, indoor games and much more for the whole family. We will end the evening with baptism in the pool and some of our own local talent leading in worship celebration. If you are ready to be baptized and would like to participate in this part of the celebration please contact Elizabeth Colbert at 940.566.3313 ext. 290.
S.T.O.M.P.
Special Time of Music and Praise (Children’s Choirs)BEGINS Wednesday, September 8th. Southmont has a choir for all children from three years (as of Sept 1st) through the 5th grade. The choirs meet on Wednesdays from 6:30 to 7:30 PM in the Children's Bldg. Contact the Church Office 940.566.3313 for more information.
Men's Monthly Breakfast
The Men’s Ministry will hold its monthly Bible study and breakfast on Saturday, September 11 in the Fellowship Hall. NOTE the date due to the holiday weekend. The Bible study will start at 7:00 AM, led by Garry Dick, followed by a free breakfast at 8:00 AM. Following breakfast, Brandon Byers, a motivational, inspirational speaker, will provide the program on “Accountability”. This subject is near and dear to every Christian man. You will hear how men need to become more accountable and seek one another in “sharpening our swords”. Please mark both events on your calendar and plan to attend.
AWANA Clubs
AWANA Clubs and Mission Friends
Sunday night activities for children will gear up on Sunday, September 12 with Mission Friends for 3-5 year olds from 5:00-6:00 pm and AWANA Clubs for K-5th graders from 5:00-7:00 pm.
First Place for Health
The Bible's Way to Weight Loss resumes on Tuesday, September 14th at 10:30 in the Ladies' Classroom. This study, sponsored by the Health and Fitness Team of the Women's Ministry, will be "God's Purpose for You". For more information visit the registration table outside the Worship Center or contact Loretta Stubblefield at 940.382.6344 or lorettapc@juno.com
Ladies Bible Study
All ladies are invited to join a study on Dr. Stanley’s “30 Life Principles from the Bible”. The study will start on Thursday, Sept. 16 at 1:00 p.m., location TBA. If you are interested in this study please contact June Caplinger at 940.387.9790 or the church office at 940.566.3313 before Monday, Sept. 13 so enough books can be ordered. Study books are $8
Beth Moore Simulcast
Ladies - you are invited to attend a Beth Moore Living Proof Simulcast at First Baptist Church, Denton, TX on Saturday September 18th from 9:30 am to 4:00 pm. The doors will open at 8:00 am and the simulcast will be in the main sanctuary. For more info, contact Shanelle Wagner at FBC, (940) 382-2577 x115 or shanellewagner@suddenlink.net.
Just For Parents
On Sunday nights beginning September 19 we will have an 8 week class called Parenting is Heart Work. It will offer practical, Biblical, do-able advice to parents as they maneuver this challenging road of raising godly children. It will meet in the Fellowship Hall from 5:00-7:00 PM and will include time for video instruction, discussion and fellowship. There will even be some good food and fun! You may register for this class by contacting Lori at 940.566.3313, ext. 230 or lori.franklin@southmont.org or by signing up at the Check-in Desk in the children’s building or the Welcome Center in the main building.
Women's Bible Studies
Ladies mark your calendars for September 23rd! That's when the Ladies' Fall Bible Studies begin. The Bible Study team of the Women's Ministry offers 2 choices this term - "The Life: How to Let Christ Live His Life in and Through You" by Bill and Anabel Gillham and "Abide: Practicing Kingdom Rhythms in a Consumer Culture" by Jared C. Wilson. Times, cost and additional information are available at the registration table outside the Worship Center, or call Flo Crawford at 940.387.6736.
Basketball & Cheerleading
Upward Basketball & Cheerleading
Southmont has teamed up with FBC Corinth to form the Lake Cities Upward Basketball league. This is an excellent program for 1-6th grade boys and girls with Cheerleading for Kindergarten. Registration forms are available in the Welcome Center and at the Check-In Desk in the Children’s Building or you may register online at www.southmont.org by clicking on the Quick Link for Upward.
Revolve Conference
For Middle & High School Girls. This conference is January 21 and 22, 2011 at the Garland Special Events Center. The cost is $78. per person, which includes tickets and hotel. Deposit with registration is $50. Adult supervision and transportation is provided. For more information, contact Debbie Blagg at 940.382.2722