It’s hard to believe that it was March 15^th that we last worshipped in person, in our sanctuary, at Sandy Springs Christian Church. Finally, after eight months of not being able to gather in our building, we will worship together in our sanctuary, this Sunday, November 1^st, for those able to attend. If you have not already done so, please take a moment to watch our welcome back video about what to expect when you return to worship and review the safety covenant to which we all agree to adhere when we return. They are included below along with information about how to access the livestream from home.

1.     Next Sunday, November 8^th, we will celebrate the 60^th anniversary of SSCC. There will be several familiar faces and voices included in worship that day. We hope you will either attend in person or tune in from home for this very special occasion.

3.     Advent begins Sunday, November 29^th. The staff and Worship, Arts and Education committee have been working over the last several weeks on how to make the Advent and Christmas seasons meaningful and safe this year. We are excited about our plans and look forward to sharing the details with you in the near future, which will include an outdoor Christmas Eve Service!

4.     Finally, if you have not already, please take a moment to review the stewardship materials and video that were sent out this last Monday. A great deal of time and energy went into the campaign this year. 2021 will be an unusual, but very important year of ministry together. Your commitments are more important than ever. Please fill out your estimate of giving forms and electronically submit by Sunday, November 22^nd. We will bless and dedicate our commitments that Sunday in worship. If you would prefer a hard copy of the materials, please reach out to Amy in the church office.

This Sunday, November 1st we will celebrate All Saints' Sunday. This is our annual recognition of those members of our congregation who have died in the past year. We want to remember the deceased and the many ways in which they touched our lives.

This year we will remember Eleanor Wood, who passed away October 25th peacefully with friends and family at her side.

You can read the scripture in advance by clicking here. Additionally, to view the bulletin for this Sunday, click here. To view the livestream on our YouTube page, click here. Recorded versions of worship will be posted to our YouTube page following worship.

This Sunday, November 1st we "Fall Back" an hour. Please remember to set your clocks back!

Merilyn Dimmitt requests prayers for her granddaughter Kailey's fiancé, Eric, who was just diagnosed with stage 4 Glioblastoma. He has two tumors in his brain that they were not able to completely remove. Kailey asks for prayers as they work to find the right doctors and treatment plan for Eric.

Anita Taff requests prayers for her friend, Christi Polk, who is currently in ICU at Kennestone Hospital due to non-Covid related reasons.

Please pray for our members and their families who serve as first responders and health care workers: Dr. Tim Helton, Katie Gibson, Tracey McCluskey, and Pete French. Also those serving in the military: Derrick Brown (Army) and Michelle Brown (Navy), children of Cindy and Pete Brown. Tyler Brown (Army), son of Tami and Stephen Brown. Jared Mills (Army), son/stepson of John and Floy Mills. Rachel Robeck (Navy), daughter of John and Mary Robeck. Jamie Price Smith (Air Force) and Dalton Brown (Army) granddaughter and grandson of Barb Duren and Chaplain Kevin Mooney (Navy). If we are missing someone, please let us know so that we can include their name in our weekly prayers.

November 14 and 15, 2020

As you know, part of our visioning plan calls us to have a courageous conversation event, annually, over the next three years, to help us, as church, model for the world how to have conversation about difficult topics and remain one community. Dr. Allen Hilton, author of "A House United," will be leading us in the virtual endeavor.

On Sunday, November 22, 2020, we will observe our annual Thanksgiving Sunday. Let us come together and give thanks for the many blessings of this last year, despite the challenges we have faced!

As we ease back into in person worship on Sundays, we wanted to update you on our church office reopening as well.

We want to start slow and steady, so for now there will be at least one staff person in the office from 9:30 am to 1:00 pm on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.

We are happy to schedule meetings to accommodate anyone who might need to meet outside of those days/hours. Just email the staff person you want to meet with and we can set it up.

Sandy Springs Christian Church is excited to partner with Families First to provide Christmas gifts to a very special and deserving family this year. Please use the "Sign-Up Genius" link below to sign-up to provide specific items (you may sign-up for as many items as you would like). Items may be dropped off in the church lobby at our Sunday Services in November or at the church office on Tues/Wed/Thurs from 9:30 am - 1:00pm throughout November.  Please gift wrap and label each item with the description of the family member (For example: Girl - Age 10). All items need to be received by December 1st.

Let us introduce you to Lillian (Lily) Grace Norman born October 21st to Brad and Niki Norman. The proud parents write, "We’re so in love & overjoyed to get to bring this beautiful 9 pounds, 6 ounces, 22 1/4” long little girl home to her big sister & big brother!

CAC: For information regarding volunteering at the CAC, please CLICK HERE to access the Sign Up Genius link for available time slots. They are also looking for pantry, cash and boutique donations. If you would like to read the CAC's most recent newsletter, CLICK HERE.

UPDATE ON FOOD PANTRY & CAC BOTIQUE located at 8607 Roswell Road, Sandy Springs GA 30350. The Food Pantry has moved to an outdoor market format and the CAC Boutique will be open inside with limited hours. Homebound seniors may receive pre-packaged food delivered by CAC volunteers. Volunteers are needed; if you are interested, please contact Debbie Olson at the CAC or contact Cindi McCollough via email at csbfish@bellsouth.net.

Or contact CACpantry@ourcac.org to arrange a time.

If you would like to read the CAC's newsletter, please click here.

FOOD INSECURITY: If you or someone you know in our church community are facing food insecurity because of a decrease or loss in income, please privately contact Jenna Hicks so that we can provide assistance to keep your pantry full. Email jennakhicks@gmail.com or call 404-441-1668. 

MUST MINISTIRES: If you would like to donate and drop off items please CLICK HERE to access a flyer that outlines the most needed items. Monetary donations are very much needed and can be done so online via their website, or send a check in the mail to MUST Ministries, P.O. Box 1717, Marietta, GA 30061.If you have questions please contact Cathy Cortright at cortright13@gmail.com.

Due to the fact that we are holding "virtual" church service, and are not able to submit prayer requests, feel free to reach out to Merilyn Dimmit, Congregational Care, via Merilyn@sandyspringscc.org or call her at 770-448-8784 and leave a message. Please indicate if your prayer request is confidential (for Clergy/Elders only or for congregational sharing in our newsletter).

SSCC has subscribed to zoom for anyone who might need it to virtually meet using a video conference method. Only one group can use our account at a time. If you would like your group to use zoom to virtually meet, please contact Amy Frost via email (amy@sandyspringscc.org) to schedule your group on the calendar. We can help you learn how to send an invite to your group.