Southmoore Baptist Church

Update Letter From Pastor Danny

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Dear Southmoore Church Family and Friends,

I pray this letter finds you doing well and that you are staying safe. You are always in my prayers.

Many people have been asking how I am doing? I am doing fine. Thank you for not only being concerned, but also your continual prayers. My doctor said there is a possibility that more tumors may appear. I will be going in for a scope of my bladder every two months for the next year. It will be part of my medical maintenance as I go forward. And if more tumors appear, there is another procedure that will be considered. Again, I can’t thank you enough for your love and prayers. I am blessed beyond measure.

Brother Doug, Brother Hayden, and I met last week to talk about going forward at Southmoore and the pandemic. We talked about Sunday School and our Sunday and Wednesday night services. As you probably know, there was a spike in the coronavirus cases last week. We were in agreement that we should continue with what we are doing for the time being.

If you have any ideas or thoughts, we would gladly like to hear from you. Brother Doug talked about starting choir rehearsal in preparation for a Christmas program. He is reaching out to choir members and potential choir members for their input.

The East Wing Project continues to go forward. There was a slow-down the last several weeks, but things are picking up. It is exciting to see the progress. God is good!

As you Pastor, I want to commend you for your continual and consistent financial support to your church. Many are still unable to attend at this time, but you are faithful in your tithes and offerings. Some are now giving online. Your love for Jesus and the Church is showing.

Let me close by reminding you to pray for our country and the upcoming election. I have heard people saying that this election may very well be the most important election in our lifetime. PRAY – STAND – VOTE!

To Live Is Christ,

Bro. Danny

Southmoore Baptist Church

Operation Christmas Child at Southmoore

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This year, Doug and Linda Snook are challenging Southmoore family and friends to fill 50 boxes for Samaritan’s Purse Operation Christmas Child. They will be providing more information this Sunday, October 4th, during Sunday services. However, if you would like more information about Operation Christmas Child, follow the links below.

What is Operation Christmas Child?

Click the logo to read about the mission and history.

What to Pack

Click the image for suggestions on items to pack

How to Pack a Box

Click the box to learn how to pack a box.

Journey of a Box

Click the image to learn about what happens to your box once you are done.

Southmoore Baptist Church

Pastor Appreciation Month

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October is Pastor Appreciation Month, and we have a pastor who is worth celebrating!

On the second Sunday of the month, we’d like to honor Pastor Danny with gifts, cards, and a short video from our congregation.

How Can You Get Involved?

Send a Gift or a Card

There is a drop-off box in the office if you’d like to bring something for the pastor. If you are unable to come by the church, you can always mail your gift or card to the office.

If you would prefer to give toward a group gift from the church, please make sure you designate “Pastor Appreciation Month” on your offering envelope or check. If you are giving online, please choose “Pastor Appreciation Month” as the giving category.

Send a Special Message for our Pastor Appreciation Video

We’d like you to record a short video and upload it below. If you’d prefer, you can contact Michelle to arrange a time to stop by the church so she can record your video for you. If you don’t want to submit a video, you can submit a short message using the form below and we will display it during the video. Not sure what to say? Tell Pastor Danny how much you appreciate him, share an encouraging scripture, or say a prayer over him and his family.

We will celebrate Pastor Appreciation Sunday on October 11th during service. Please have all videos and messages submitted prior to Thursday, October 8th.

Thank you for your contribution in honoring and celebrating all Pastor Danny does for us.

Upload Your Video/Message

If you have any problems uploading your video, please contact the office at 405-794-5491.

Southmoore Baptist Church

Update from Pastor Danny

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Dear Southmoore Family and Friends,

I want to borrow the words of the Apostle Paul: “I thank my God every time I remember you. In all my prayers for all of you, I always pray with joy.” (Philemon 1:3-4)

The last month has been a more than challenging time for my family and me. After several doctor’s appointments and dealing with the “unknowns” and the “what-ifs” we have finally come through the storm.

We met with our urologist yesterday, September 15. He confirmed that the tumor in my bladder was malignant. the great news is that he had already removed it on September 3. We thought that he was only going to take a biopsy of it first and remove it later. That wasn’t the case. We obviously didn’t ask enough questions.

The doctor said he was able to get all of the tumor. Praise the Lord! But also said there is a possibility that more tumors may appear later. I am now scheduled to have a procedure every two months for the next year to check out my bladder.

Judy and I have been overwhelmed with the outpouring of love and prayers from you. You have lifted us up, and truly, your prayers have made a difference. We are so blessed to have such a wonderful church family.

We love you very much!

To Live is Christ,

Bro. Danny and Judy

Southmoore Baptist Church

Jesus Teaches from a Boat

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“So they pulled their boats up on shore, left everything and followed him.”

Luke‬ ‭5:11‬ ‭NIV‬‬

Today’s Crafts

Boat Craft

Supplies

  • Sponge
  • Popsicle Stick
  • Square Foam – White
  • Foam Rectangles with Sticky Backs

Instructions

  1. Cut slit into sponge
  2. Press stick into sponge
  3. Slip white foam square onto stick through pre-cut slits
  4. Stick foam rectangles onto white foam in strips
Fish Craft with Scripture

Supplies

  • XL Paper Clip
  • 1 Small Wiggly Eye
  • Small Sticky Back Square Foam Pieces
  • Toilet Paper Roll
  • Construction Paper
  • Tape
  • Scissors
  • Luke 5:11 Printed on White Cardstock

Instructions

  1. Wrap construction paper strip around toilet paper roll and tape in place
  2. Cut toilet paper roll into fish shape
  3. Glue fin to back of fish
  4. Decorate with square foam pieces
  5. Glue eye one fish
  6. Slide paper clip onto the back of fish
  7. Secure scripture to the fish with paperclip

Need instructions for last week’s scroll craft?

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Need to submit your memory verse?

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Would you like to pick up the craft supplies Heather talks about in the video?

Use the form below and we will put together a craft bag for your kids. The bags can be picked up Monday through Thursday from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm.

Southmoore Baptist Church

September’s Newsletter

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Dear Southmoore Church Family and Friends,

I can hear you say, “Don’t you think this is a little much?”

My answer, “Yes, I do!”

We are all getting tired of our new normal. We are used to moving on. We are used to putting “stuff” behind us. It doesn’t matter how you slice it; these are difficult days.

It’s easy to say, “Don’t worry,” or “Don’t be afraid.” I know as God’s people we are not to live in fear. Yes, fear and faith cannot co-exist. But there are times in our lives that fear comes barging in. It’s called reality.

Keep reading. I have some good news. “When I am afraid, I will trust in you. In God whose word I praise- in God I trust; I will not be afraid.” (Psalm 56:3-4)

Did you notice the psalmist saying when I am afraid, I will trust God? He is saying that there are times in our lives that fear sets in. When it does, we are to trust God. Easier said than done, yes. I hope you hear God saying, “We are going to get through this – together.” It is His promise to us.

I have a personal prayer request. It was discovered last week that I have a tumor in my bladder. It is about the size of a walnut. A biopsy was taken and was sent off to the lab. I will not know the results of the test until September 18. This finding not only has my attention, but also my family. Please pray for us as we navigate through these uncertain days.

To Live Is Christ,

Bro. Danny

Southmoore Baptist Church

Children’s Church Returns

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Children’s Church will resume September 6, 2020

In person children’s church will return on Sunday, September 6th.

Virtual Children’s Church

Southmoore Baptist church will continue to provide virtual children’s church for those families who are unable to attend.

Click here to watch our latest video

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Edna McMillian Offering Begins

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Edna McMillan State Offering Begins

September 7, 2020

Help support local missions through our designated state missions offering. 100% of your gift advances the Gospel in Oklahoma.
If you are giving online, select Edna McMillan when prompted to choose a category. If giving by mail or in person, make sure you designate “Edna McMillan” or “Missions” on your check/envelope.

Give Now
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Virtual Children’s Choir

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Submission Deadline – September 11, 2020

Open to all children from Pre-K to 6th Grade!

Dear Parents,

We are putting together a virtual children’s choir video with our Children’s Choir singing He’s Got the Whole World in His Hands and reciting Psalm 23. The video will be presented as special music during an upcoming Sunday morning service.

If you would like your child/children to be included, please have them watch the video He’s Got the Whole World in His Hands, by Sing Hosanna on YouTube. Next, record your child/children singing it (video link and lyrics below).

We will also be reciting Psalm 23 in the video. Your child can memorize all or part of it, and you can record them saying it!

Please send videos using the form below.

Danetta Johnson

Children’s Choir Director

Southmoore Baptist Church

Video Resources

Sing Hosanna – He’s Got the Whole World in His Hands

Lyrics

He’s Got the Whole World in His Hands

He’s got the whole world in His hands, 
He’s got the whole wide world in His hands, 
He’s got the whole world in His hands, 
He’s got the whole world in His hands!   

He’s got you an’ me, sister in His hands, 
He’s got you an’ me, brother, in His Hands, 
He’s got you an’ me, sister in His hands, 
He’s got the whole world in His hands!   

He’s got the little tiny baby in His hands. 
He’s got the little tiny baby in His hands. 
He’s got the little tiny baby in His hands, 
He’s got the whole world in His hands!   

He’s got all of us here in His hands. 
He’s got all of us here His hands, 
He’s got all of us here, in His hands. 

He’s got the whole world in His hands! 
He’s got the whole world in His hands!

Psalm 23

The Lord the Shepherd of His People
A Psalm of David.

1 The Lord is my shepherd;
I shall not want.

2 He makes me to lie down in green pastures;
He leads me beside the still waters.

3 He restores my soul;
He leads me in the paths of righteousness
For His name’s sake.

4 Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death,
I will fear no evil;
For You are with me;
Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me.

5 You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies;
You anoint my head with oil;
My cup runs over.

6 Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me
All the days of my life;
And I will dwell in the house of the Lord Forever.

Video Submission Form

Submit Your Child’s Video Using the form Below
If you experience any problems, please email us at office@southmoorebc.org

Southmoore Baptist Church

End of August Newsletter from Pastor Danny

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Dear Southmoore Church Family,

It is my prayer that you are staying safe and that you are experiencing God’s faithfulness in your lives. I know it is difficult not to grow weary. But I also know that we are going to get through these challenging days.

I want to encourage you to be prayerful in the upcoming elections. I believe voting is not only a privilege, but also a responsibility. Yes, the country is divided politically. There are many concerns that we are facing and how we vote will and can make a difference.

Let me encourage you to be an informed voter. Do your homework. When you are deciding who to vote for, you need to know where the candidates stand on abortion, gun laws, right to assemble, funding our police, and keeping America free. In other words, vote for the candidate who follows the teachings of The Bible and Jesus Christ.

Thank you for your continual support of our Sunday 10 AM services. This past Sunday, we had about 75 in attendance/. And there are many who join us on our website. I hope you are enjoying our sermon series, “Finding God in Times Like These.”

I am excited to announce that we will start children’s church on September 6, 2020. If you would like to serve in this much-needed ministry, contact Heather Swift. She would welcome your help.

The East Wing project continues to make progress. There was a slow down this month, but things have picked up and things are moving forward. PTL!

I want to close by reminding you to always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have (1 Peter 3:15).

To Live Is Christ,

Bro. Danny

PS. A few weeks ago, I preached a message “A Gift Called Today,” Psalm 118:24. I shared three things that we should do as we start each day. If you missed them, here they are:

#1 Acknowledge your dependence on God.

#2 Tell God your concerns of the day.

#3 Invite Jesus to spend the day with you.