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A NOTE FROM BRYANT
Greetings from Camp Christian!
This week Katie and I are directing Junior camp with lots of children from SSCC and all over the state of Georgia!! In fact, we’ve had over 50 campers and counselors from our church this summer at all the different camps. It is amazing to see our children and youth in this wonderful place.
Amos Bolay, one of our former youth, is here counseling and he lead worship last night for the whole group. He talked about the Burning Bush and how sometimes we can be scared when we encounter God, but how we have to be strong when we encounter the Holy. I can’t put into words what it meant to see one of my former youth sharing the Word with my own children.
This place truly changes our young people. It gives them the confidence to be who God is calling them to be. It turns them into compassionate leaders that want to come back and serve others. The friendships they make here will last a lifetime. It is one of those “thin places” where we truly encounter the Holy.
Thank you to those that have served here this summer or ever, thank you to the parents that continue to send your children here and thank you all for your prayers and gifts for this ministry that seeks to show our kids God’s love and grace!
We’ll see you in church Sunday…maybe a little more tired than usual, maybe a little sunburnt too, but also with hearts full to bursting with love for God and our wonderful Camp Christian!
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SSCC HAS A NEW WEBSITE!
We have exciting news to share. SSCC has a new church website! This completes one of the final goals of our Visioning Plan. We hope the new website communicates effectively our mission and vision, while simultaneously helping people learn about and connect to our ministry.
Keep in mind, the website is a work in progress. We still have photos to change and kinks to be worked out. We certainly look forward to hearing about what you like and any feedback you might have. If you find yourself in a photo and would rather not be on the website, just let us know.
A HUGE thank you goes out to Janet Howell, Cathy Cortright, Owen Janeway and Amy Frost for the countless hours they have given to this project. When you see them, make sure and give them a big thank you!
Click below to access the new website! Enjoy!
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NEWSLETTER SUBMISSION DEADLINE
If you have something for publishing in the newsletter next week, please submit it via email to: amy@sandyspringscc.org
by noon on Thursdays.
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THINGS LEARNED ALONG THE WAY
John 10:10 "I came that they might have life, and have it abundantly" and Psalm 90:1-4,10-12.
I think it is official now, having just celebrated 80 years, I am among the 'old'. Really OLD
And I've learned a lot of lessons along the way about this privilege of living into lots of years. Really living our best life at any age. Mostly I've learned through mistakes made and the wisdom and joy of others walking into years ahead of me.
On Sunday, July 24, since I'm retired and don't have to really 'preach', and being a bit focused these birthday celebrating days on the years that have been and those that remain, I hope you will join me for a bit of reflection on this one precious life we are given. Thanks be to God! NO matter how many years our lives hold...thanks be to God!
~ Rev. Linda Whitmire
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During the "Dear Church" series, which ended last Sunday, Kathy Woodworth read a letter she wrote to SSCC. Several of you have asked for a way to read a copy of their "Dear SSCC" letters to the congregation. Click the button below to read/view her letter.
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“I Never Said That”
-Jesus
Bumper stick theology is everywhere. Thus, it’s easy to fall back on it when times get tough. We have all found ourselves using it at one time or another. “Everything happens for a reason.” “God doesn’t give us more than we can handle.” “Heaven just needed another angel.” The problem is that most of these cliché’s Jesus never used, nor can they be found in the Bible. So, what did Jesus really say? What can we find in the Bible related to these commonly used phrases, if anything? We will spend the next four weeks in worship exploring these questions, among others, through a sermon series entitled, “I never said that.” - Jesus
Sunday, July 31, 2022
God Helps Those Who Help Themselves
Matthew 20:1-16
Rev. Dr. Nathan C. Brown
Sunday, August 7, 2022
God Has a Plan for You and/or Everything Happens for a Reason
Romans 8:18-28
John 9:1-7
Rev. Dr. Nathan C. Brown
Sunday, August 14, 2022
Love the Sinner, Hate the Sin
Matthew 9:9-13
Rev. Dr. Nathan C. Brown
Sunday, August 21, 2022
Money is the Root of All Evil
I Timothy 6:6-10, 17-19
Mark 10:17-31
Rev. Dr. Nathan C. Brown
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Sunday, August 28, 2022
A House United
Allen Hilton
Sunday, September 3, 2022
Bryant Gibson
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REMEMBERING BUNNY STEINMETZ
Dear SSCC,
I regret to inform you of the passing of Bunny Steinmetz, a Saint of SSCC. Bunny was a part of our Sandy Springs Christian Church family for 18 years. After retiring in 2005 from the Board of Church Extension (DOC) in Indianapolis, she and her husband, Larry, moved to Georgia to be closer to their daughter Susan and family. Bunny could often be found out in the centrum on Sunday mornings after church chatting with everyone who came by. She loved singing with the choir and attending Sunday school. Perhaps her favorite part of coming to church on Sundays—besides being with her church family—was listening to Ella play the organ.
After leaving the sanctuary walls on Sunday, Bunny enjoyed caring for her flowers and garden at home. She would often take time during the week to look after her grandchildren, Michael and Emma. After moving into her retirement community, she spent much of her time enjoying every activity offered: from swimming to wheelchair soccer, art class to Bingo.
Bunny passed Saturday evening, July 16, 2022. A service of remembrance will take place on Saturday, September 10th. More information to follow. In the meantime, please keep Bunny's family in your prayers.
Peace,
Nathan
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CAC PANTRY NEEDS YOUR HELP!
With children out of school, rising inflation and higher demand, the summertime brings a greater need for the CAC Food Pantry.
Supplies are running low so we have placed food barrels in the church lobby next to the Outreach bulletin board. Please bring non-perishable, non-expired food items. No glass, please! The most needed items: Pasta and Sauces, Dry Grains/Beans, Rice, Peanut Butter, Canned Meats/Stews, Baby Food and Diapers size 0, 1, 5, 6.
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VOLUNTEER!
CAC Tools for Schools
Thank you to those who stayed after service last Sunday to help stuff 60 backpacks were chock full of school supplies. They were delivered to the CAC for in need high school students.
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Backpack Distribution
The CAC is holding packing and distribution days for 500 backpacks and supplies which will help area students in need. If you would like to help with this effort: CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP!
Dunwoody Office: Tuesday July 26th 10am to 2pm
South Sandy Springs: Thursday July 28th 8am to 12 noon
Hightower Office: Friday July 29th 9am to 12 and Wednesday August 3rd 9am to 11:30am
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CAC Needs Volunteers
If you have computer skills, office experience or just want to help, volunteers are needed in the Career Center; as client interviewers; Food Pantry volunteers and Upscale Thrift volunteers. Find more here: CLICK HERE TO VOLUNTEER!
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SSCC VBS IS HERE!
THIS SUNDAY we will fire up the trucks on Sunday, July 24 from 11:30-2pm with a VBS kickoff party in Dunlap Hall, lunch will be provided. VBS will run from Monday - Wednesday, July 25 through July 27 from 9:30 - 1:00 pm.
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SERVICE OF REMEMBRANCE
Please join Fran and her family for a service of remembrance for Walt Michels on Sunday, July 31st at 2:30 pm in the sanctuary.
A reception will follow in Dunlap hall immediately after the service. Join us in celebrating the life of one of SSCC's saints.
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BACK TO SCHOOL SUNDAY
Please join us on Sunday, August 7th for a special service where we will recognize and bless our teachers and students as they embark on a new school year.
Tell your kids to bring their backpacks so we can bless those as well.
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UPDATE!
We will restart our MD classes on Sunday, July 31st, at 9:15 am. To kick off our year, we will discuss The Prodigal Son parable, inspired by one of my summer reading books I just finished called "The Return of the Prodigal Son" by Henri Nouwen.
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CURRENT STUDY
Join the Pathfinders in Common Ground at 9:00 am. They are currently discussing the book, "How to Read the Bible" by Rob Bell.
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Prayers are requested by Casey Evans for all students and educators going back to school in the coming weeks.
Please continue to pray for healing for Laura Prescott's sister, Libby Carpenter. She is improving and will be going home this week, but still has a long recovery ahead.
Janis Hill requests prayers for her friend Sharon Rugg who is experiencing lots of health issues including continual migraines.
Continued prayers for healing and recovery for Phillip McCollough, and for Cindi as she cares for him.
Continued prayers for Scott Nesbit, Jeff Moore's brother-in-law who is undergoing chemotherapy for brain cancer.
Prayers of healing for Laura Prescott's sister, Libby Carpenter, who is recovering from breaking her leg and twisting her knee earlier in the month.
Prayers are requested for our members and their families who serve as first responders or health care workers: Katie Gibson, Tracey McCluskey, Dr. Vijay Rathinam, and Robyn Hicks. Also those serving in the military: 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), Dalton Brown (Army) and Caleb (Marines), granddaughter, grandson and great grandson of Barb Duren. Chaplain Kevin Mooney (Navy), and Linda Whitmire's grand-daughter, Hayleigh Whitmire (Army). If we are missing someone, please let us know so that we can include their name in our weekly prayers.
If you have any prayer requests or joys to share, please contact Teddy Ivey, Director of Congregational Care via email: Teddy@sandyspringscc.org.
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Dottie Gill July 15
Lynn McCahren July 17
Bryant McDaniel July 18
Breijanna Dyke July 20
Floyd Hale July 21
Karla Worley July 21
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Patty French July 23
Cooper Gibson July 25
Alan Burgess July 30
Tyler Brown July 31
Donna Lassiter July 31
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