Newsletter Updates

SEMC CONNECTION – OCTOBER 11, 2024

Greetings SEMC,

We hope you are enjoying the beautiful weather we have been experiencing.  As we give thanks we also remember those in the Southeastern US who are enduring these last two hurricanes.  Let us pray for them in this time.  Pray that the Lord will do what He so often does – bring about good and salvation through trials and hardship. 

Celebrating 150 Years

We invite you to join us this Sunday as we spend some time celebrating and reflecting on God’s faithfulness to us over the last 150 years.  We also invite you to prepare your hearts as we look forward to participating in communion together. 

Baptism & Membership Class – starting Oct. 13

Is the Lord leading you to be baptized?  Or, are you already baptized and interested in becoming a member at SEMC?  If so, you are welcome to join these classes starting this Sunday at 9:30am.  You can reply to this email if you are interested and have not already let us know.

Associate Pastor Search Committee

We need the Lord and His wisdom!  Therefore, our search committee invites you to be in prayer for them and for our church as we continue this process.  More updates will be coming soon.

Thanksgiving Lunch – Oct. 20

You are invited!  Our annual Thanksgiving lunch is next Sunday after the worship service.  Why do we do this?  To celebrate and give thanks for the many ways in which God has blessed us. 

We also invite you to get involved by helping set-up, serve and clean-up.  This is a wonderful way to rub shoulders and get to know one another better.  Please let us know if you are able and willing to serve in this way.  We are still looking for the following people:  

  • 16 Dish out people: right after the service
  • Kitchen Clean-up: after the meal till about 3:00pm

You can sign up at the Connect Center on Sunday or, if you forget, just send us an email and we can put your name on the list.

Life Group Leaders Lunch – Oct. 27

Calling all Life Group leaders (or representatives), we invite you to join us for this lunch on Oct. 27 where we will spend some time discussing some of the joys, challenges and opportunities of Life Groups.  We will also include a forum to hear from one another.  Please reply to let us know if you can make it. 

Cancer Support Group – Oct. 29, 7:15 PM

This ministry is for persons living with cancer and their primary support person.  Meeting will take place in the chapel.  For more information contact Ron Dyck (Facilitator) or Art Dueck.

Prayer Gathering – Oct. 27, 7:00 PM

We invite you to put this on your calendar.  What a blessing it is to approach the throne of God with our burdens and requests. 

Blessings to you and your families!    

Pastor Jason

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SEMC CONNECTION – SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Greetings SEMC,

September has arrived!  We hope you have been enjoyed the summer and are looking forward to the start of many new programs and events.  We invite you to keep reading for details about what’s coming up in the next couple weeks.     

Kickoff Sunday – Sept. 8

Kickoff Sunday is this week!  We are looking forward to a great time together.  We invite you to bring a lawn chair and dress for the weather.  Feel free to also bring an umbrella or a hat if it is really sunny.  Note: There will be no livestream this week since the service will be outdoors.  We invite you to join us in person if you are able.

  • Coffee/gathering time – 9:30-10:30AM
  • Outdoor worship service – 10:30AM
  • Lunch – following the service
  • Games and Activities for kids after lunch

SEMC Golf Tournament – Sept. 8, 3:00

For all of you golfers out there, you are invited to join us for a golf tournament after our church kickoff on Sunday, Sept. 8 at 3:00 at Girouxsalem Golf Course.  You can sign up by replying to this email.   Following the golf you are invited to John & Helen Banman’s for hot dogs around a bonfire.  Even if you are not golfing you are invited to join us for hot dogs at approximately 5:30.

Junior & Senior Youth Kickoff

Junior youth kicks off Tuesday, Sept. 10, 7:00PM and Senior youth kicks off Thursday, Sept. 12, 7:00PM.  Part of the evening may take place outdoors therefore please make sure your child comes dressed for the weather. 

Parents, if you have not already done so, click here to register your child for youth.  You can also find a link to the youth schedule on our website: Youth Upcoming Events.

Leadership Development Day – Sept. 14, 9:00 – Lunch

This is an event designed for everyone at SEMC who is serving in any and every role.  Join us for a morning of vision casting and equipping SEMC volunteers as leaders.  The morning will include some group sessions and discussion, breakout sessions specific to different ministries and snacks.  Lunch will be provided for everyone as we wrap it up.  Please RSVP by signing up at the Connect Center or by filling out this online form.   

Sunday school kickoff – Sept. 15, 9:30AM

Sunday school starts September 15 @9:30am.  We have classes for all age groups.  Check out our Sunday school webpage for list of classes.  We are still looking for a few more SS teachers (half-time kindergarten, Grade 1, and half-time gr. 5-8 girls).  Please let us know if this is something that would interest you. 

Blessings to you and your families!    

Pastor Jason

On behalf of the staff at SEMC

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SEMC CONNECTION – AUGUST 15, 2024

Greetings SEMC,

We hope you have been enjoying the summer.  As the summer months begin to wind down we have a few upcoming events we want to highlight.  We invite you to keep reading for details.    

Youth Drop-in Day – Friday, August 16, 1:00-4:30

All middle school and high school age youth are welcome to come down to SEMC for the afternoon. The gym will be open for sports, youth can bring board or card games to play, and a snack will be provided.  (Please bring gym shoes if you intend to play in the gym).

Summer Coffee/Gathering time before the service

Just a reminder, you are invited to come a little early every Sunday morning throughout the summer to join us for coffee as we gather before the service. 

Senior’s Fellowship – Thursday, August 22, 2:30 PM

Calling everyone over the age of 55 for an afternoon of hymn singing, visiting and enjoying Watermelon and Roll Kucken!  Cost is $5/person.  Please sign up at the Connect Center by Sunday, Aug. 18. 

Prayer Gathering BEFORE the service – Sunday, August 25, 9:00-9:45 AM

You are invited to join us for prayer Sunday, August 25 before the service.  Even if you feel uncomfortable praying out loud you are welcome to join us in silent prayer and by listening to others pray. 

Kickoff Sunday – September 8

Kickoff Sunday is a few weeks away.  We are looking forward to a great time together.  More details will follow in the weeks to come.  However, here are a few things to look forward to: 

  • Coffee/gathering time – 9:30 AM
  • Outdoor worship service – 10:30 AM
  • Lunch – following the service

Financial Giving Update

Thank you for your generosity in giving this year!  It is always exciting to see giving increase over last year.  Also, if you have recently been attending and would like to learn how to set up regular donations please let us know and we would be delighted to help you. 

Blessings to you and your families!    

Pastor Jason

On behalf of the staff at SEMC

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Greetings SEMC,

We hope you have been enjoying the summer.  As the summer months begin to wind down we have a few upcoming events we want to highlight.  We invite you to keep reading for details.

Worship Service this Sunday

  • Morning Prayer Gathering – 9:00-9:45am in the chapel
  • Worship service – Pastor Jason will be bringing the message from the book of Esther
  • Shine Kids will be happening for kids ages 3-5

Kickoff Sunday – Sept. 8

Kickoff Sunday is two weeks away.  We are looking forward to a great time together.  Bring a lawn chair and dress for the weather.  Feel free to also bring an umbrella or a hat if it is really sunny.

Note: There will be no livestream this week since the service will be outdoors.  We invite you to join us in person if you are able.

  • Coffee/gathering time – 9:30AM
  • Outdoor worship service – 10:30AM
  • Lunch – following the service
  • Games and Activities for kids after lunch

SEMC Golf Tournament – Sept. 8, 3:00

For all of you golfers out there, you are invited to join us for a golf tournament after our church kickoff on Sunday, Sept. 8 at 3:00 at Girouxsalem Golf Course.  You can sign up at the Connect Center or by contacting the office.  Following the golf you are invited to John & Helen Banman’s for hot dogs around a bonfire.  Even if you are not golfing you are invited to join us for hot dogs (at approximately 5:30).

Leadership Development Day – Sept. 14, 9:00 – Lunch

This is an event designed for everyone at SEMC who is serving in any and every role.  Join us for a morning of vision casting and equipping SEMC volunteers as leaders.  The morning will include some group sessions and discussion, breakout sessions specific to different ministries and snacks.  Lunch will be provided for everyone as we wrap it up.  Please RSVP by signing up at the Connect Center or by contacting the office.

Sunday school kickoff – Sept. 15, 9:30AM

Sunday school starts September 15 at 9:30am.  We have classes for all age groups.  Registration will begin this Sunday.  Stay tuned for a list of adult SS classes.    

Blessings to you and your families!

Pastor Jason

On behalf of the staff at SEMC