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A NOTE FROM JOHN MILLS
This coming Sunday, October 9th, we will kick off our new stewardship campaign. We intend to move to a year around model rather than run the traditional model of a six week fall campaign. However, you will initially feel like we are in the traditional model because we will be distributing pledge packets the next two Sundays (October 9th and October 17th). This is a feature of stewardship that will always be necessary because the Leadership Council needs our pledges in order to prepare budgets for each calendar year.
In the stewardship packets you will find information about plans for our ministry in the coming year, along with a proposed budget that sets forth our giving needs for 2023. Given this congregation’s generosity, I trust we will be able to live into the 2023 giving target. It seems we have always been able to stretch to achieve our financial goals.
That said, I recognize many are struggling financially at this time. We have high inflation (particularly with respect to energy and food), rising interest rates, and the value of retirement savings is shrinking. Stewardship is not just about finances, it is also about giving time, energy, and talent to our congregation and our ministries, which is priceless.
My sons, Jared and Jonah, grew up in our church, and their lives have been shaped by those of you who devoted your time and attention to them through Sunday School, Youth Group, Camp Christian, and the Mexico Mission. Jared and Jonah speak fondly of “Miss Chris” Dalton, “Miss Teresa” Bensch, “Miss Patty” French, and many others. Don Daugherty volunteers four days a week at the Community Assistance Center, where he sees Benay Gumby, Debbie Olson, and others from our congregation.
The stewardship campaign will start with a Town Hall meeting this Sunday immediately following the Worship Service. I hope to see you there. We will preview the exciting year coming up in 2023.
I love you and God loves you too!
John Mills, Stewardship Chair
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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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We often think serving God has to be grandiose. Turns out, more often than not, it's the little things. Join us for worship this Sunday!
Sunday, October 9, 2022
Little Things
Luke 17:5-1
Rev. Dr. Nathan C. Brown
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Sunday, October 16, 2022 (Anniversary Sunday)
Lost and Found
Luke 15:1-10
Rev. Dr. Nathan C. Brown
Sunday, October 23, 2022
Nones, Dones, and Umms
Luke 18:9-14
Rev. Dr. Nathan C. Brown
Sunday, October 30, 2022
Short Man Syndrome
Luke 19:1-10
Rev. Dr. Nathan C. Brown
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On Sunday, October 23rd, we will begin a four-week community-wide Sunday School class. The class will take place at 9:00 AM in Dunlap Hall on Sunday mornings. We will explore how to navigate the complexities of death, dying and resurrection, in this life, and the life to come. Mark your calendars now and plan to join Pastor Nathan and others as we prepare to honor and celebrate our Saints on All Saints Sunday. More to come.
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THIS SUNDAY!
We will have a Town Hall meeting immediately following service this Sunday, October 9th. We will update you on several things happening within the life of the church. You won't want to miss it! Stick around for a few moments after worship to learn more about the ministry of SSCC!
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Our October International Dining event will be at noon this Sunday, at Dim Sum Heaven, 5203 Buford Highway, Doraville GA 30340. Their extensive menu offerings are shown on their website at: dimsumheaven.com where many dishes beyond dim sum are available. Contact Milt Hill if you would like to join the group at MiltHill@comcast.net.
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SIGMA DELTA WOMEN'S GROUP
Will meet on Wednesday, October 12th at 10:30 am in Common Ground. Then the ladies will move to the Conference room for lunch. Please contact Ann Walker if you are interested in attending.
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SAVE THE DATE!
We will have our Anniversary Sunday on October 16th. Care and Connect will host a luncheon following service that morning. More details and a sign up will be available next week, stay Tuned!
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TRUNK -N- TREAT
SSCC's 14th ANNUAL TRUNK-N-TREAT (Includes a Service Project)
We will have our annual Trunk n Treat event directly after worship on Sunday, October 30th from 11:15 am to 1:00 pm. We encourage you and your kids to wear your Halloween costumes to church that morning!
After worship, we will have a service project in Dunlap Hall for kids and adults to participate, as well as snacks, drinks and some time for fellowship. During this time, we invite those of you who will be decorating and setting up your trunks to do so.
The children will head to the parking lot after the service project (around noon) to Trunk n Treat!
We need "trunkers" though! If you would like to volunteer to provide a trunk, you can email Bryant at youth@sandyspringscc.org, or sign up at the church anytime.
We hope you'll make plans to join us for a wonderful day of service, fun and fellowship!
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DISCIPLES REGIONALY ASSEMBLY
The Regional Assembly of the Christian Church in Georgia is meeting Nov. 11-12, 2022 in Augusta, GA-- THE FIRST IN-PERSON GATHERING SINCE 2018 - YEA! -- and it promises to be a great weekend of learning, worship, and reconnecting around the theme of "RE-CHURCH: RE-CAST YOUR NET" from John 21.
Registration is online now. Go to www.gadisciples.org/regional-assembly to learn more and register. If you prefer mailing a check with a paper registration form, that's available, too, in the "Registration" section. For Hotels, room blocks have been reserved in several hotels, but reservations need to be made by October 9-12 (depending on the hotel) to assure availability. Go to the "Hotel Accommodations" section on the website.
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LET'S SUPPORT OUR YOUTH!
The YAC (Youth Activities Council) is doing a fundraiser. YAC is made up of high schoolers from the Region which includes SSCC's own Frances Grant, William Cox, Thomas Grant, Ainsley Crutchfield, Josh Wagner, Natalie Jurado, Zach Chimera and Perry Westbrook. They will plan and put on the Regional Youth Assembly. You can support them by purchasing a t-shirt. Please contact Caroline Grant via email to order at (carolinehubbs@hotmail.com) or let her know at church. The shirts are peach color with the disciples logo on front and back, and will be available in early November for $25. You can pick them up at church and pay then.
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FOOD COLLECTION FOR CAC
THANK YOU! Because of your generosity, we have already filled FOUR barrels with much needed food items. But we are still accepting pantry items until further notice. Let's continue to help our neighbors who are struggling to make ends meet. Please bring the following items to the food collection barrels in the church lobby. Standard size containers and no glass, please! Pasta, Sauces, Dry Grains (Beans, Lentils and Rice), Peanut Butter, Canned Tuna and Chicken, Baby Food and Diapers sizes 0, 1, 5, 6.
SSCC at CAC - Third Saturdays!
We’re excited about partnering with Temple Sinai for our next 3rd Saturday volunteering opportunity at CAC on October 15th.
CAC NEEDS VOLUNTEERS
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Come and assist us in the food pantry in South Sandy Springs, helping clients and processing food on Wednesdays and Fridays (9:00 am-1:30 pm)
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Help distribute coats to kids on October 15, 8:30am-12:00pm (contact coatsforkids@ourcac.org if interested)
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Want to assist people with not having our government wasting more of our hard earned $$, come and help with our VITA program helping to prepare taxes(training provided) and assisting in other ways; no tax background necessary. Bilingual volunteers (Spanish/English) helpful but not required.
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Interested in helping CAC decorate a tiny house for the Sandy Springs Sparkle House display? Come to the Sparkle House Volunteer Interest Meeting on Tuesday, October 11 at 4:00pm! cameron.darweesh@ourcac.org
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INSPIRITUS UPDATE
On Sunday, September 23rd, Jennifer Garcia, from Inspiritus, came to a luncheon at SSCC to talk about a refugee ministry in which several Disciples Churches in Atlanta have been involved. Specifically, these congregations have been helping a family from Afghanistan, resettle here in the greater Atlanta area. There are many ways to be involved with this family, including donating to a fund to help offset the cost of rent at this time. Additionally, the mother needs help with transportation from time to time, getting to doctor’s appointments, running errands, etc. If you would like to help with transportation or contribute to this fund, please contact Kathy McDowell at kathymcdee@gmail.com. She is coordinating our efforts. We hope to provide more ways in which you might become involved in the future.
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HURRICANE IAN RELIEF
Week of Compassion is receiving updates from Regional Ministers, local church pastors, and ecumenical partners to assess immediate needs and responses in Florida, South Carolina, and elsewhere. In the coming days, we anticipate many more reports of damage, plans for long-term response, and of Disciples providing care for their neighbors.
You can donate to the Week of Compassion fund by clicking the button below. Make sure to select "Hurricane 2022" in the drop down for your gift designation.
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NEW UPDATE
Join us this Sunday as we listen, discuss, and enjoy some "Fruit (and Dunkin' Donut holes) for Thought" by Art Edwards together in the conference room before church on Sundays. There will be no pre-reading necessary ahead of time. Just come to learn & share your Fruit!
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CURRENT STUDY
The Pathfinder’s class will conclude the study began a month ago which compares Allen Hilton’s A House United to Andy Stanley’s Not In It to Win It. Janis Hill will lead the discussion comparing and contrasting the methods the two pastor-writers present for the Church to take the lead in solving our nation’s polarization. All are welcome.
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Prayers for the people in the path of hurricane Ian and for the first responders and volunteers trying to help the victims of this horrible storm.
Prayers for Dottie Gill as she faces several upcoming medical tests.
Please pray for Stephen Brown as he continues to recover from a recent surgery.
Continued prayers for Scott and Amy Nesbit who both have serious physical ailments.
Prayers for Allen McCahren and his twin brother, Jerry, who are both having similar health issues.
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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. 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 Rev. Teddy Ivey, Director of Congregational Care via email: Teddy@sandyspringscc.org.
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Stephen Brown October 01
John Dalton October 01
Amy Helton October 02
Kerry Bensch October 04
John Mills October 04
Mikayla Scarborough October 06 Sarah Money October 07
Don Daugherty October 08
Sandy Matthews October 09
Bob Hicks October 14
Ellis Torbert October 14
Matt McKinney October 16
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Becky Kelly October 17
Dawna Abel October 21
Lily Grace Norman October 21
Merilyn Dimmitt October 23
Vijay Rathinam October 23
Sally Tutterow October 24
Paul Kapphahn October 25
Cindy Brown October 26
Alice Saunders October 26
Christine Dalton October 27
Bert Blackburn October 3
Linda Davis-Rolen October 31
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