Shandon Baptist Church
Weekly eNews
April 19, 2016


Join us this Sunday, April 24 for our special Baptism Celebration service (10am & 11:30am). 
We can't wait to celebrate new life in Christ!
TAKE THE NEXT STEP OF BAPTISM

If you have not yet taken the step of baptism, what's holding you back? Sign up to be a part of this Sunday's baptism service or to speak with someone about getting baptized at a later date.

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The leadership of the church has identified two key financial areas that need to be addressed. Please join us for a Church Business Meeting this Sunday evening to learn about the proposal and vote to move forward.
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UPCOMING MISSION TRIP INTEREST MEETINGS
God is always calling us out of our comfort zones. Is He calling you to a short-term mission trip? Attend an upcoming interest meeting to learn more!

CUBA
Interest Meeting: Wednesday, April 20

EDISTO (construction trip)
Interest Meeting: Wednesday, April 20
 
 
RAISING UP BOYS & GIRLS, 
PART 2
by Mimi Brookshire, Children's Minister

God designed us each to be different. He planned for boys and girls to each be different.  All of the differences allow each and every child to be the unique person that God called them to be.  This week in Raising Up Boys and Girls, we explore what's going on in the lives of little ones  between birth and age 4.   The early years are so important as you lay the foundation for their future years.  
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SERVING SCHOOLS: MEADOWFIELD ELEMENTARY

Shandon has partnered with Meadowfield Elementary School since 2008.  Our partnership with Meadowfield gives us the opportunity to go outside the walls of Shandon Baptist Church to build relationships within our community and become a trusted partner. 

This spring, our church has the opportunity to be involved with two events at Meadowfield and bless students and their families in a big way.  Learn more about getting involved below!
CARNIVAL

Shandon provides volunteers to man games and food booths.  This enables the parents to be with their children at the carnival and not have to work booths. Serve for a 1-hour shift on Friday evening, April 22.

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MOTHER'S DAY STORE

Each year, Shandon hosts the Mother's Day Store at Meadowfield Elementary School. Students have the opportunity to select a gift for free to give to their moms. Thank you for blessing students and their families through your donations of gift items! Learn more about volunteering in the store (Monday-Wednesday, May 2-4).

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MY TOP 5 MOST INFLUENTIAL BOOKS
by Mat Saxon,Minister of Young Adults & Prayer

There are a few questions that tend to come up with a good deal of regularity when someone finds out you're a Minister. One question in particular that I am often asked is, "What are some Christian books you recommend?"  While this could be answered in a variety of ways (ie. resources/ commentaries, helpful Bible study tools, etc.), I tend to share the books that have been the most influential in my life.  In no particular order, here are the top five books that have helped shape my faith...

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WEDNESDAY, APRIL 20

Schedule  | Learn more at shandon.org/events. 
4:30pm - Dinner in the gym*
5:30pm - Wednesday Nights for Kids
6:00pm - Fusion (middle school) & Refuge (high school)
6:35pm - Choir & Orchestra Rehearsals
6:35pm - GriefShare

*Dinner Cost: $4.50/adult; $4.00/child
Menu:  Grilled chicken with apple & cherry compote,  Cajun roasted red potatoes, s autéed squash, s weet peas ,  soup, salad, bread, dessert | HeartSmart:  Same as main menu | Kids:  CiCi's Pizza
NEW MEMBERS
Welcome to Shandon

Gerrard and Ashley Anderson | Brianna Eberl | Douglas and Noel Estes | Ben Gilham | Steve McMillan
BIRTHS
Congratulations to...

Wesley and Lynn Ann Sawyer upon the birth of their son,
Calvin Wesley

To notify Shandon of upcoming and recent births, please contact Jennifer Gandy in the Children's Ministry:
jgandy@shandon.org or (803) 782-1300.

SYMPATHIES

Sympathy extended to...

Josh Laporte and family upon the loss of his wife,
Jane Laporte

Milby Mundy and family upon the loss of her brother

Ken Breivik and family upon the loss of his stepfather

Jim and Nancy Richardson and family upon the loss of their daughter,
Jamie Catrett

To notify Shandon of deaths and hospitalizations, please contact the Care & Support Ministry: lee@shandon.org or (803) 782-1300.
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