A huge thank you to MPBC member and Moms Demand Action activist Lorin Bent for presenting the Be SMART campaign to our group last week. It was an important and information talk with simple actions you can take today to secure the safety of your child and our community. If you missed it, you can watch the recap here. We hope to host more challenging parenting topics in our "Let's Talk About It" series as we dive into the complexities of progressive faith and parenting in the months ahead.

Local Opportunities

In response to continuing gun violence, and to the Call to Action that Rev. Dr. Ben Boswell posed in his sermon "Do You Hear the Children Sing?" on Palm Sunday. The Interfaith Coalition on Gun Safety (of which MPBC is a member) has put together a list of opportunities for you to take action. | View the list

We stand with the entire LGBTQ+ community and we offer a place of welcome, affirmation, love, and belonging.

We will be sharing resources to learn, help, listen, and read throughout the month here in the Weekly, on our website, and on social media. | Learn more

All are invited to join us at this casual gathering for great conversation, food, & drinks. There is something for everyone. Not crazy about beer? No problem! Not everyone drinks and there are lots of other options. No registration needed. Just join us there! | Visit our website for more information.

Candace Williamson Has a New Title

We are excited to announce that this summer, Candace Williamson will be stepping into a permanent part-time position on our staff as the Director of Children’s Ministries. In her time as Interim Director, . . . | Read more

Rev. Carrie Veal is Transitioning Into Her Position

As Candace steps into her new role, we want to celebrate a major milestone for Rev. Carrie Veal who will be transitioning from a twenty-year career in the Children’s Ministry to fully take on the mantel of her new position as Executive Minister. | Read more

SUN, June 11, 2023

Preaching | Rev. Dr. Ben Boswell

Sermon | Spiritual Community

Scripture | Acts 10

Note | Stay for Sermon Talk Back following worship

Beginning Sunday, May 28, immediately after the service, we will return to our tradition of Sermon Talk Back at Myers Park Baptist. Click here for a quick rundown of what Talk Back is and how you can participate.

All those who are 55+ are invited for lunch and time to be in community with one another.

Reservations may be made by calling 704.334.7232 x156 or Carol Cedar at 704.334.7232 x100.

Tell Me Our Stories

Sunday, June 25 | following worship

Our 80th Anniversary series continues in June as we celebrate National PRIDE Month. Rev. Dr. Ben Boswell will be joined by Janet Miller, Nancy Culp, Marcy McClanahan, Cindy Clemens, Scott Crowder, and John Locklear.

SUN, June 18, 2023

Preaching | Rev. Tara Gibbs

Sermon | I Know I'e Been Changed

Celebrating | Juneteenth

Note | Stay for Sermon Talk Back following worship

Our next gathering will be June 20 and we will welcome our special guest speaker, Dr. June Gaber, Chancellor of UNCC. In our new format, all who identify as human will be welcome! Click here to make your reservation for a delicious breakfast catered by Flying Biscuit Cafe. | Learn more

The Ministry of Community Life invites you to Friday Night at the Knights! Purchase your tickets now. The cost is $22 each and includes a $2 credit for food and drinks. Your tickets will be emailed to you and you can show them on your mobile device at the gate, so no paper or extra trips to the church! Sign up today! | Purchase tickets here.

Each Sunday, there are small, simple ways you can be involved that make a big impact.

Greeters - Provide a warm welcome, give directions, hand out Worship Guides

Offering Collectors - Help pass the offering plates during worship

Acolytes - Light candles before worship and extinguish them at the end

Click here to sign up. Need to know a little more? Email Rev. Carrie Veal.

We are back for a TENTH summer! This year we are also partnering with the teen board from St. Gabriel's Catholic Church. Our focus will be on Harambee volunteers, DEAR buddy readers, and family engagement support. Field trip chaperones will also be needed--those are still being confirmed. Best news of all: this year you can sign up through sign-up genius!

For the past seven Sundays, our children have brought you a Creation Justice Moment, turning each letter of the word CREATION into a focus area for saving God’s Creation:

Join us this summer for VBS at MPBC! This summer we will explore the question "Who is My Neighbor?" to discover more about God's great love, care, and compassion for neighbors close at hand and around the world. Registration is open! | Register here

Congratulations to Our 2023 MPBC Scholarship Winners!

• Conor Dougherty
• Ely Aguilar
• Shaina Hinds

JUNE | Park Play Day

June 16 | 6-7p

Snacks | Volleyball | Hiking

JULY | Youth Hall Closet Clean Up

July 23 | 11a - 12:30p

Volunteer Hours | Snacks | Giveaway

AUGUST | Sundae Sunday

August 6 | 11a - 12:30p

Ice Cream | Movie

During the summer months, we adjust our church office hours slightly. The office will remain open Mondays-Thursdays from 9a-5p, but will close at 1p on Fridays. If you would like to meet with a staff member, please keep these hours in mind when scheduling your appointments.