Do you like routine in your life? A routine is defined as a set of customary and often mechanically performed procedures or activities. Sometimes a routine can be good, because it gives us a measure of control in our lives. However, there is a risk involved in getting into a regular routine, because sometimes routines can become mundane and meaningless. Worship with us on Sunday to find out more!

~ Pastor Todd

• Saint Mark Yard Work Day Nov. 9
• The Tech Team Needs You!
• Deliver Meals for Senior Solutions 

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR MOBILE FOOD PANTRY

The Golden Corner Food Pantry is expanding its service to the community with a Mobile Food Pantry on the second and third Saturdays of the month. Beginning Nov. 12th the refrigerator truck will be at the Salem First Baptist Church from 10:00 AM to noon. The third Saturday, Nov. 19th it will be in Westminster and Long Creek.  

Volunteers are needed for two hours on those mornings at the Food Pantry to pack boxes for distribution. Additional volunteers are needed from 10:00 AM to noon at the distribution locations.  

Please contact Diane Caster at 910-599-2512 or [email protected] to volunteer or for more information.

Thank you to all who have volunteered to be bell ringers for the Salvation Army this year! We have covered all shifts but two (see above). Jane Harlin will send you a reminder email with instructions about a week prior to your shift date. Anyone able to cover the two remaining shifts can contact Jane by clicking here. Thanks again!

Disciples of Saint Mark UMC will recognize that October is the time when our Stewardship Ministry Team reaches out to our church family with the opportunity to pledge their financial support for the upcoming year’s ministry budget. Saint Mark disciples will receive their annual pledge card (Faith Commitment) in the mail the week of October 24-28, 2022. Please fill out your pledge card and bring it with you to worship on Sunday, October 30, 2022. As part of our celebration, we will have one worship service only in the Sanctuary at 11 am, where we will dedicate our pledges to God with prayer. Please also plan to join us for a Celebration meal in the Saint Mark Center following worship. Meat and drinks will be provided. Please bring a side dish or dessert to share.

• All Saints Sunday November 6
• Veterans Day Program by Tom Oswald Nov. 14
• UWF Upscale Resell for Christmas Faire

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THE JOURNEY

Disciple Sandra Lowe will lead a small group book study beginning Tuesday, November 15. The group will meet at 10 AM for five weeks (through December 13) to study

The Journey: Walking the Road to Bethlehem by Adam Hamilton. This is a perfect book to explore during Advent. CLICK HERE to contact Sandra.

ANNUAL CHARGE CONFERENCE NOVEMBER 15

This year’s Annual Charge Conference will be held on Tuesday, November 15, 2022 at 6:30 pm in the Commons Room. All church members are invited to attend, however, only leaders on the current 2022 church council will vote. 

Our Anderson District Superintendent, Rev. Steve Patterson will preside. We will gather to hear a word that inspires and challenges us, and give attention to Charge Conference materials which require a vote. Hope to see you there.

• October Birthdays & November Birthdays
• Pickle Ball Mondays
• Opt-In for Texting

• 2022 Baptist Women's World Day of Prayer Nov. 7

NEW LEADERSHIP FOR CHILDREN & YOUTH MINISTRIES!



CLICK HERE to read more about Andy & Lisi Campbell, Chris "Gucci" Keese, and Donna Poston! 

Youth Group will not meet this Sunday, October 30th but will resume meeting Sunday, November 6th.

Contact Rodger Chapman for information or to RSVP.

CLICK HERE to sign up up online.

Join us for lunch and learn about the Risk Reduction Program from guest speaker Zac Smith of Oconee Emergency Services. 

Join the Elderberries for this year's Christmas show at the Flat Rock Playhouse. Those who have seen it in years past say it's magnificent! We will take the church van to the venue in Flat Rock, North Carolina. After the show, we will share dinner together at Mezzaluna in Hendersonville. We need 15 people or more to get the group rate of $41.50 per ticket. Cost to ride the church van is $5 per person. We have scholarships available for those who need it. 

Reserve your tickets by Friday, November 11th. You can sign up by contacting Diana Palmer or sign up online on the church website. Diana will be taking reservations in person this Sunday after the 11:00 service and Sunday, November 6 in the atrium until 10:00.

FAITH IN ACTION

Our Privilege to Vote in Upcoming Midterm Elections

In a few weeks, we in the United States are entering another season of voting. It may not be a season of the church calendar, with liturgical colors, but it is a sacred season nonetheless.

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PILOT PROGRAM LAUNCHING

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 8