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A NOTE FROM BRYANT
I watched my oldest son get off the bus yesterday. This was his first time ever riding a bus, we've always walked to elementary school because it was so close. I was so excited to hear about his day...all of the new classes (a guitar class!) and friends, a new lunchroom and a much bigger school to navigate.
"Ben, how was your first day? Tell me all about it!"
"It was fine..." Then proceeds directly to the pantry for a snack and grabs his phone.
Yep, I've officially got a middle schooler.
It's hard to believe it's that time of year again! New outfits and shoes, backpack and school supplies ready to go. I'm sure all of our children and youth are excited and nervous to begin another school year. We are also so grateful for all of our teachers and administrators as they prepare for another year with our kids!
We are also excited to kickoff another year of youth and children's ministry. It has been really amazing to watch how close our children and youth have become this last year. The bonds they are creating will last a lifetime and it's wonderful to see those relationships blossom as their faith continues to grow.
We hope your child will join us this Sunday as we have breakfast and fellowship together at 9:30am in Dunlap Hall and Bless our Backpacks during our worship service as we look to another great year of school. Please read below for more information.
See you at church!
Bryant
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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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“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, 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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ARRANGEMENTS FOR BRYANT HODGSON
Dear SSCC,
Arrangements for Bryant Hodgson have now been finalized. A memorial service will take place at Sandy Springs Christian Church on Saturday, August 13th at 2:00 pm. A reception will immediately follow the service, in the Centrum, hosted by the family and Care and Connect team.
In lieu of flowers, the family invites memorials contributions be made in memory of Bryant Hodgson Jr. to Sandy Springs Christian Church. For more information, click on the link below to read Bryant's obituary from the AJC. Please continue to keep the Hodgson family in your prayers during this time.
Peace,
Nathan
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TOWN HALL MEETING
On Sunday, August 14th, we will have our quarterly Town Hall meeting. The meeting will take place in the sanctuary following service. We will be updating you on several things happening within the life of the church. Childcare will be provided during the meeting, for those who wish to utilize it. We expect our time together will last approximately 30 - 45 minutes. We hope you can be part of this time together to learn more about the ministry of SSCC!
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JOIN US FOR TEDDY IVEY'S ORDINATION SERVICE
ON AUGUST 14th.
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SSCC ALL-CHURCH WORK DAY
All hands on deck! We are planning a work day at SSCC on Saturday, September 10th starting at a light continental breakfast at 8:30 am. We will be doing some grounds work, organizing, and also cleaning the kitchen. More details to come.
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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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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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MEET DEBORAH JACKSON
New in Accounting
Deborah is new to SSCC's staff and has replaced Gini Seely in the role of Financial Controller here. You will get to meet her when she joins us for service on August 14th.
She is a native Atlantan, born in Duluth, graduating Chamblee High School and College at Georgia State University. She has been in public accounting for over forty years, and recently retired from a CPA firm in Sandy Springs after a sixteen year tenure. During those 40 years she had her own firm for 14 years but now works part time. I am very proud to be in service to your Church in my new role.
She has one son, two wonderful grandchildren, and is looking forward to a great grandchild soon. She has resided at her home in Johns Creek for the past twenty years and hopes to live out her life there.
Please feel free to contact her by email, payables@sandyspringscc.org, or through the Church telephone number. She is generally at the Church on Mondays or Tuesdays, and works from home otherwise. She is checking emails daily, and will respond as soon as possible.
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SSCC'S 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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UPDATE!
This week we will deep dive into "The Younger Son" or Part 1 of the Return of the Prodigal Son by Henri Nouwen. If you have picked up and read the book, great! If not, I will read summaries to help frame the class discussion will still be very meaningful for you.
See you all around 9-9:15am on Sunday! All the best, Casey
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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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Continued prayers for Scott Nesbit, Jeff Moore's brother-in-law who is undergoing chemotherapy and radiation for brain cancer.
Prayers are requested by Casey Evans for all students and educators going back to school in the coming weeks.
Merilyn Dimmitt is asking for prayers for a dear friend's daughter Kate Nuesse. Kate's pregnancy is high risk and they are worried about the health of the precious baby.
Prayers are also needed for the Grandson of a dear friend of Merilyn's. Jake is 31 and had a stroke. He is ICU in Indianapolis fighting many challenges each day.
Dawna Abel requests prayers for her daughter-in-law Kim Abel, whose father is gravely ill with heart problems.
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.
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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Alan Burgess July 30
Tyler Brown July 31
Donna Lassiter July 31
Janis Hill August 01
Teddy Ivey August 02
Emily Rose Ivey August 04
Henry Leek August 04
Lyle Olson August 05
Les Baright August 06
Tim Helton August 06
Ruth Brown August 09
Amy Frost August 15
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Zachary Chimera August 1
Benay Gunby August 16
Aubrey Norman August 16
Jim Ruehman August 16
Andy Torbert August 19
Kimberly French August 23
Suzanne Ruehman August 23
Brooks Torbert August 24
Lisa Berger-Gilmore August 25 Maggie Driemeyer August 26 Courtney Strickland August 28
Jay Donnelly August 30
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