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The Communicator
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Sardis Presbyterian Church
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Sardis Presbyterian Church · 6100 Sardis Road · Charlotte, NC 28270 · 704.366.1854 · www.sardis.org Building God’s Kingdom Through Worship ● Service ● Fellowship ● Evangelism ● Discipleship
A Publication of Sardis Presbyterian Church October 2013
2 Sardis Presbyterian Church ~ The Communicator ~ October 2013
Ministry is about life in Christ which affects everything we do.
The theme for Stewardship 2014 is “I’m In!”
We face the coming year grateful for the
grace that has brought us this far, and excited
for the journey ahead. The images on the front
of this issue of the Communicator show many of
the ways Sardis changed lives in 2013. In 2014,
with your generous support, we will:
Call an Associate Pastor for Families
Make investments in people and equipment to create transformational worship
experiences
Strengthen our commitment to mission and service.
Continue to serve, worship, and reach out in Christian love wherever God leads us.
Come hear from the Rev. Dr. Tom Long, named by Newsweek as “one of the most
effective preachers in the English-speaking world,” for a weekend of grace, grati-
tude, and generosity, presented by the Stewardship Ministry. Dr. Long is Professor
of Preaching at Emory University’s Candler School of Theology.
Saturday, November 2: Congregational dinner, followed by a possible visit from
Sardis’ favorite puppet, and a message from Dr. Long.
Sunday, November 3: One worship service at 10:00 a.m., with Dr. Long preaching.
Rev. Dr. Tom Long
NOVEMBER 2: Come be inspired!
Sardis Presbyterian Church ~ The Communicator ~ October 2013 11
October 2 Psalms 137 and 139
Tom Kort, Senior Pastor, Sardis Presbyterian Church
October 9 The Intertestamental Period
Renda Brinson, Christian Education Director, Sardis Presbyterian Church
October 16 Romans 11:33-12:2
Larry James, Pastor, Grier Heights Presbyterian Church
October 23 Ezekiel 37
Allison Barnhill, Bible leader, BSF
October 30 Jeremiah 29
Jane Fobel, Associate Pastor, Sardis Presbyterian Church
Wednesdays
Sardis House, 6:15 p.m. - 7:15 p.m. ~ Programs for All Ages
Participants may bring a bag dinner, beverages will be provided. There will be
no catered meal.
Advent
Devotional
“Let the little children come unto me.”
Consider Writing an Advent Devotional
This year the theme is: Making Room for Jesus: In Advent and Always. Respond to the
verse: “She gave birth to her first born son…and laid him in a manger, because there
was no place for them in the inn. (Luke 2:7) by considering one of these prompts:
1. When I read “there was no place for them in the inn” I feel_____
because__________. or,
2. The way I/my family make room for Jesus is__________________________. or,
3. It is good news to me/to humankind that Jesus was born in a stable
because________.
Send submissions to the church office by October 21 or to Jane Fobel at
jane.fobel@sardis.org.
LOGOS has started the year with
visits from various first
responders: Fire, K-9 Police and
EMTs, and a puppet show by
Drew Allison and the Grey Seal
Puppets... And that is just the first
two weeks! There is still room if
you want to join us.
All children in Kindergarten
through 5th grade are invited. Bring
your friends!
The first semester ends December 11
with the children singing at the
annual Christmas Dinner. Contact
Renda Brinson to sign up at
renda.brinson@sardis.org.
10 Sardis Presbyterian Church ~ The Communicator ~ October 2013
Thank you, Sardis, for
supporting Charlotte Family
Housing financially, as well as preparing
meals, providing childcare and serving
as overnight hosts. Charlotte Family
Housing, the merged entity of Family
Promise, WISH and Charlotte
Emergency Housing, was formed in the
summer of 2011 and since then has
continually improved to effectively move
families from homelessness to housing
and overall self-sufficiency. So far this
year, they have served over 248 families:
837 individuals, 561 of which were
children. This is a 20% increase over the
previous year. The average shelter stay
per family decreased by 25% , from 141
days to 106 days (the goal is 90 days).
The best part is that 91% of the
families who completed Charlotte
Family Housing’s housing phase
graduated within two years and
successfully maintained permanent
housing on their own without a
rental subsidy.
Sardis will host for our
last week of the year on
October 27. If you are interested
in being an overnight host,
please contact Kristen Taylor at
704-577-2147. As an overnight
host , you get to support your
fellow neighbors and get a good
night’s sleep at the same time!
There is a bedroom with a
double bed, full bathroom, TV,
and free wifi access on the first
floor for the overnight host. It’s
very comfortable!
If you would like to provide a
meal or part of a meal, please
contact Jill Smith, 704-362-3292
or jillsternsmith@gmail.com.
Charlotte Family Housing
Gearing Up
For a New Season This December, we begin our new
Room in the Inn season. Room in
the Inn is a Charlotte Urban
Ministry program that provides shelter and meals for
our homeless neighbors from December through
March. Sardis has been participating in this
ministry for many years. Beginning around 6:00 p.m.
each Sunday and Wednesday night, we host up to
thirteen of our homeless neighbors at the church,
serving them dinner, enjoying social time, and
providing them with a safe, warm, comfortable place
in Sardis House to spend the night. In the morning,
we provide breakfast and a bagged lunch and then
transport them to the uptown bus depot. Each Sunday
and Wednesday, we need the participation of 15 to 20
people to support this ministry. We are currently
recruiting volunteers for a multitude of opportunities
to serve, including driving the church bus, providing
and serving meals, serving as greeters when our
neighbors arrive, participating in the social time after
dinner, spending the night (owls), and serving
breakfast (roosters). We are also recruiting to fill a
couple of vacancies for Team Leaders who coordinate
the activities for the night. Each Team Leader is
responsible for up to three nights during the season.
Many of our volunteers from past years have once
again agreed to help, but we certainly need more, and
there is ample opportunity for everyone who wants to
participate to do so. If you are interested, please email
Les Ingles at lingles@hgi-fire.com or call 704-654-1888.
The 2013 CROP Walk will be held on Sunday, October
13. A sign-up/donation table will
be in the Gathering Place on
October 6 and 13. Those interested can donate or
join a team at www.charlottecropwalk.org. Look for
further details at www.sardis.org.
SOUP KITCHEN VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! Sardis provides support to the Soup Kitchen at the Urban
Ministry Center every fourth Saturday. We are in need of
volunteers for November 23 (the Saturday before
Thanksgiving). If you or your group would like to support
this very worthwhile ministry, please contact Sarah Tatum
at st204fairwinds@aol.com or 434-251-9198.
The Son of Man came not to be served, but to serve.
Sardis Presbyterian Church ~ The Communicator ~ October 2013 3
On Sunday, October 27, Sardis Church will observe All Saints’ Day. In the
Reformed tradition, a “saint” is not a select individual, but rather anyone who has
tried to live a Christ-like life. During both morning worship services, the Sardis
members who died between October 1, 2012 and September 30, 2013 will be
remembered by name.
Richard Cromie
Julia Freeland
James Hetherington
Christopher Hood
Anne Howell
Chris Koch
Frances McLaughlin
Betty McLeod
Beverly Moss
Jane Nease
Monty Reed
Bennie Jo Reel
Katherine Rukasuwan
Robert Sherrill
Robert Simon
Gladys Wooden
Billy Woosely
Michael Youmans
“We believe that Jesus died and
rose again; and so it will be for
those who have died in Christ.
God will raise them to be with
the Lord forever. Comfort one
another with these words.”
1 Thessalonians 4
Ministry is about life in Christ which affects everything we do.
Taizé services follow the worship
style of the Taizé Community in
France. The Taizé Community
was founded as an ecumenical
monastery where worshippers
gather in silence, followed by a
time of singing uncomplicated
songs, “allowing the mystery of
God to become tangible through
the beauty of simplicity.”
Sardis Presbyterian Church joins
with Sardis Baptist Church and
St. Stephen United Methodist
Church to offer Taizé Worship
services on the second Sunday
of each month. The services last
approximately 40 minutes.
Questions? Contact Dr. Jane
Fobel or Rev. Alice Johnson at
704-366-1854.
Join Power Up, a prayer group that
meets monthly to pray over our Sardis
Youth program and the children and
adults involved. Beginning October 4,
we will meet the first Friday of each
month at 10:00 am in the parlor. If you
are interested in uplifting our youth
program with prayer, we welcome you
to join us. Questions? Contact Lyn
Sutterlin at lynjs@bellsouth.net.
October 13, 6:00 p.m.
Sardis Chapel
Our Church Family
Our Christian Sympathy: to
Beverly Berling in the death of
her mother Marilyn Giles;
Suzanne Weston in death of her
uncle Everette Ellington;
Loretta Grimes in the death of
her sister Una Sutton; Paige
Carroll in the death of her
grandfather Edwin Cheek; John
Waller in the death of his
step-father Jim Meyer; Patricia
Rush in the death of her
husband Robert Rush; and to
Irene Hubbard in the death of
her father, James W. Alexander.
Congratulations: to Ben and
Laura Martin on the birth of
their son, Silas Andrew Martin.
World
Communion Sunday:
October 6
4 Sardis Presbyterian Church ~ The Communicator ~ October 2013
WELCOME TO OUR NEWEST SARDIS MEMBERS!
These new Sardis members were recognized in the 11 am worship service on
September 29, 2013.
Ministry is about life in Christ which affects everything we do.
The next New Member Class begins November 3. Contact Rev. Alice Johnson if you would like information about joining Sardis at 704-366-1854 or alice.johnson@Sardis.org.
Chris and Julia Lueck Chris and Julia join today by
reaffirmation of faith. They have
three children, Caroline, Elena and
Owen.
Libby Jackson Libby joins by letter of transfer. She is
retired from BB&T Insurance Agency,
and has two grown daughters.
Lo and Bill Simon William and Lois join as affiliate
members. Bill is retired from
National Belting Service, Inc. and Lo
works as an artist/designer
represented by Red Sky Gallery.
Karla Roberts
Karla joins by letter of transfer. She
is the mother of Sarah and Taylor,
both Sardis members through
Confirmation.
Garrett and Kristen Botirius Garrett and Kristen join by
reaffirmation of faith. They have a
son, Michael.
Martina and Jeff Koehler Jeff and Martina join by letter of
transfer. They have two children,
Lindsey and Michael.
John and Mary Hasty-Millen John and Mary join today by letter
of transfer. They have two children,
William and Elliott.
Sign up at www.sardis.org or in the Gathering
Place 10/6 & 10/13
Practice starts November 1
and games begin the first
weekend in December.
We played in the “Playbook
for Life” basketball league
with over 30 churches and 300 teams last year. Invite a
friend and spread the word! Interested in coaching or
have other questions? Contact Tim Little at
timlittle3@gmail.com.
Sardis Presbyterian Church ~ The Communicator ~ October 2013 9
The Son of Man came not to be served, but to serve.
The Mission Interpretation Ministry
has plans for an adult mission trip to
Bayonnais, Haiti March 19 to 25,
2014. We have scheduled an
informational meeting on Sunday
October 27 at 5:00pm in the Sardis
House.
As with our last trip, the main
activity will be English as a second
language instruction for the middle
and high school students (training
provided), but the impact of your
presence in this community will go
far beyond teaching English. You
will befriend and encourage the
future leaders of Haiti and witness
the fruits of two decades of their
dedication and work in education,
community development, healthcare
and agronomy. You will worship
God with the participants one of the
liveliest services you have ever
attended.
On October 27 we will have a
presentation about the history of
OFCB (Organization of the Christian
Force of Bayonnais), cost projections,
health requirements, and answer all
The third quarter Sardis Blood Drive
is October 20 from 8:00 to 12:30.
HAITI MISSION TRIP MARCH 2014
If you have one hour per week, you can make a difference in the lives of the
children at Rama. The Rama staff appreciates everything Sardis has done for
them. Every year, students look forward to seeing their tutor, lunch buddy or
classroom helper return to support them. Tutoring will begin in mid-October.
Please consider giving one hour per week in one of the following ways:
Lunch buddy After-school tutor
Classroom tutor Library assistant
Office assistant Classroom assistant
Room representative Sardis tutoring
If you can help, please contact Susan Hudson at 704-366-4825 or
sue24shaw@gmail.com .
your questions. If you can’t be
there on the 27th and are
interested in going, please
contact either Pressly Gilbert or
Sam Coleman.
All of the following went on our
2012 trip; please stop and ask
the participants if it was
meaningful and worth the
investment:
Jane Fobel
Pressley Gilbert
Steve Harmon
Claire Lucas
John Lucas
Cindy McLeod
Brenda McKay
Kay Taylor
Did you know that every two seconds someone in the U.S. needs blood
and that one donation can save up to three lives? Your donation can truly
make a difference! Sardis has been a strong supporter of the American
Red Cross for many years. Let’s continue that track record—Our goal this
quarter is 35 donations. Signups will be available at www.sardis.org or by
email at mike.bowen@baml.com.
8 Sardis Presbyterian Church ~ The Communicator ~ October 2013
Ministry is about life in Christ which affects everything we do.
The Diaconate did not meet in September.
Complete minutes are available along with archived minutes in the Library.
Session Highlights, September, 2013 Approved the following membership status changes:
Martha Anne McKnight from Affiliate Member to Member.
Kevin & Leslie Brackman to be placed on inactive roll as they have moved out of town.
Approved the baptism of Janie Parker, daughter of Scott and Carrie Warwick Parker on December 1, 2013 at the
9:00 am service.
Approved these motions from Ministries:
Christian Education: To have age-appropriate Sunday School classes for children, youth, and adults for the
summer of 2014.
Worship Ministry: To move the Contemporary Service from the Fellowship Hall to the Sanctuary on Sunday,
March 2 to allow for the Youth Auction to be held in the Fellowship Hall on Saturday, March 1 and Sunday,
March 2. Not to have the Thanksgiving Day service and breakfast this year due to diminished attendance in the
most recent years.
Approved allowing the Charlotte Secondary School to use our fellowship hall/gymnasium for their practices.
A congregational meeting will be held October 13 following the 11:00 am service for the election of Elders and
Deacons for the Class of 2016.
Continued its study of the book Five Practices of Fruitful Congregations, Chapter One, Radical Hospitality.
Four suggestions from the August meeting were assigned to Session members to develop plans for
implementation. The study continued with a case study and a tour of the campus from the perspective of a first
time visitor, a child, a teenager, a mother with a baby and a person with a disability.
Sardis Ministries
Capital Repair and Replacement Mission Interpretation
Cemetery/Columbarium Personnel
Christian Education Property
Clerk’s Recreation and Sports
Community Service Sardis Gift Trust
Communications Sardis Weekday School
Congregational Life and Care Senior Link
Finance Stewardship
Food Service Worship
Fellowship Youth
Membership
Your Name:
1. Ministries you would like to be considered to serve on
(in order of preference): 2.
3.
The Clerk’s Ministry has begun its work of
selecting new ministry members for 2014.
Be a part of guiding Sardis on its journey
next year by serving on one of our ministry
teams (they are all listed at right). It’s the
number one way to meet other Sardis
members and to truly be a part of the church
and its mission.
To indicate your interest or learn more:
1. Contact Curtis Williams, Clerk of
Session at ctimes3@carolina.rr.com or
704-847-3892 OR
2. Fill out the form below and return in
the offering plate or submit to the
church office.
Be a Part of Changing Lives at Sardis in 2014
Sardis Presbyterian Church ~ The Communicator ~ October 2013 5
Saturday, October 26
5:00-6:30 PM Our annual Halloween event is
Saturday; a different day this year—
but the same FUN! Bring the family
and enjoy an evening of ghoulish
games, Trunk or Treating, bounce
house, Mr. Twister-balloon artist,
cupcake walk and much more.
Ballerinas, pirates, superheroes too,
the costume contest could be all
about you! Don’t miss this
spectacular event.
Trunk Or Treat: Come show
your creative side—open your
hatchback, trunk, or tailgate,
decorate it, and hand out your candy
to adorable trick or treaters. Don’t
forget to decorate yourselves too-
costumes are optional but
encouraged. The most festive
vehicle wins a prize! For more
information and to register a vehicle,
email Elaine@peterson1.com.
Save the Date
Sardis Annual
Christmas Dinner
“Rejoice Emmanuel”
December 11,
6:00 -7:30 pm
Join us for a
processional musical
pageantry presented by our very own
Sardis members. Registration for the
dinner will begin in November.
Ministry is about life in Christ which affects everything we do.
You are invited to attend! Sardis Weekday School will host a production by
the Tarradiddle Players, a touring company of the
Children’s Theatre of Charlotte, on Wednesday,
October 30 at 9:30 in Fellowship Hall. (Sponsored
by the Consignment Sale )Ministry.)
Financial Results Through August 2013
MTD Actual MTD Expected YTD Actual YTD Expected
Pledges, gifts, and other
revenue $177,703.65 $152,624.17 $1,224,585.84 $1,241,520.00
Expenses $197,605.20 $179,730.03 $1,359,280.17 $1,377,065.24
Net Total ($19,901.55) ($27,105.86) ($134,694.33) ($135,545,24)
Annual Budget: $2,062,250
August was a strong month financially, in part due to several families who paid their pledge for the year in full, but also
due to broad overall generous support of our ministries. Expenses have continued to be responsibly managed by ministry
leaders and staff, and are under budget. You can make a gift to Sardis at www.sardis.org under the “give” tab or in the
MySardis area, a link to which is at the bottom right of the web page.
Friendship Connection, a fellowship group for retirees,
meets October 15 for a trip to Korner’s Folly in
Kernersville to see the ‘Strangest House in the World.’
“No two doorways or windows are exactly alike; there are 15
different fireplaces, and ceiling heights range from 5 ½ feet to
25 feet...cubbyholes and trap doors exemplify Victorian
ingenuity.” The group will travel by church bus and
gather in the Boy Scout parking lot at 8:00 a.m.,
returning at 3:00 p.m. Admission is $10; reservations
are required by October 11 by calling 704-926-1590 or www.sardis.org.
Strangest Strangest Strangest House in the House in the House in the
WorldWorldWorld
Breakfast with Mary & Joseph
Saturday, December 7
Join us for a light breakfast,
Advent crafts, and a special
visit with some characters from
the Christmas story - including
Mary and Joseph! Registration
begins in November.
6 Sardis Presbyterian Church ~ The Communicator ~ October 2013
Officer Nominees Presented to Congregation The Church Officer Nominating Committee is pleased to present biographical sketches of this year’s nominees for the
Session and Diaconate of Sardis Presbyterian Church. There will be a Congregational Meeting Sunday, October 13
immediately following the 11:00 a.m. Worship Service to vote on the nominees.
Nominees for Elder
Rob Brownlee Rob enjoys the outdoors during all seasons, especially Clemson football season! Rob currently serves at Sardis on Fellowship, FRIENDS, RITI, as Sunday school teacher, and nursery assistant. Robert has previously served at Sardis as Deacon, VC and Chair of Sports and Rec., RITI leader, Sunday school teacher and basketball coach.
Steve Benton Steve treasures family time, golfing and fishing. He currently serves at Sardis as Usher, on Fellowship and RITI, and participates in MSG. He has previously served as Deacon, on the Officer Nominating Committee and as Sunday school teacher.
Sue Chowning Sue has served at Sardis as Deacon, Elder, Usher, Moderator of the Diaconate, LOGOs Chair, Sunday school teacher, nursery assistant, member of Christian Ed., Clerk and Officer Nominating Committees, Fellowship, Food Service, Community Service, VBS and Women’s Shelter volunteer. Sue currently serves as Usher, Nursery Worker
and Women’s Shelter volunteer.
George Gallaher For generations, George and his family have enjoyed visiting the Great Lakes of Canada, where they hike, fish, and go kayaking. George has previously served at Sardis as both Deacon and Elder, with Community Service and Mission, Middle School Youth, Room in the Inn, and currently serves on the
Stewardship and Gift Trust Commission.
Pressly Gilbert Pressly enjoys spending time with his wife, at their Charlotte home. Besides fishing and enjoying Shakespeare, Pressly currently devotes his time to Sardis Mission Interpretation, Gift Trust Committee, Mustard Seed Group and Java Sunday School Class. He has traveled to Kenya, Costa Rica, and Haiti for Sardis Mission
Trips, and served as Usher and Elder.
Jenny Kaeppler Jenny enjoys riding her horse Louie and treasures memories of a family trip last year to a farmhouse in Virginia. Jenny currently serves at Sardis on the Worship Committee and on the Music Ministry Director Selection. Previously, she served as Deacon, VBS Director, on Servant Ministry, Membership , 2nd Saturday Coordinator and as MSG leader.
Pam McLean Pam grew up in the Outer Banks and enjoys sewing, reading and spending time with her grandchildren. Pam served as Deacon, Elder, Chair of Community Service and Chair of Mission Interpretation, and on Peru mission trips. She currently serves at Sardis on Personnel Ministry, and with the Rama Road Elementary School program “Planting Seeds of Hope.”
Bruce Simpson Bruce enjoys Lexington barbecue, tennis, gardening and Sudoku. He has served at Sardis as Deacon, on the Associate Pastor Search Committee, Fellowship, Sports and Rec., Membership, Stewardship, Outreach, Education and Capital Campaigns, as Sunday school teacher, basketball and softball coach, and with RITI, Habitat, and Friendships Trays. He currently serves on Personnel, as Usher,
Sunday school teacher, and as RITI and Habitat volunteer.
Lucinda Myers Lucinda enjoys shopping, reading, gardening, and old movies. She has served at Sardis as Confirmation teacher, Youth Ministry Chair, member of Christian Ed., Sardis Weekday School, Sardis House Committee, Worship, Personnel, Clerk’s Committee, Officer Nominating Committee, LOGOS and VBS teacher. She currently serves on SWDS
Ministry, VBS, RITI and as Consignment Sale volunteer.
Amanda Willis Amanda prizes home cooked meals and a quick hike to Crowder’s Mountain or a walk around the neighborhood. Amanda has served the youth of Sardis in many capacities, including Middle and High School Youth Advisor, LOGOs Table Parent, Deacon and Usher, as well as member of Sports and Rec., advisor for youth mission trips and basketball and softball coach. She currently serves as
Sunday school teacher and returning VBS teacher.
Ministry is about life in Christ which affects everything we do.
Sardis Presbyterian Church ~ The Communicator ~ October 2013 7
Ministry is about life in Christ which affects everything we do.
The nominees are respectfully submitted by the 2013 Officer Nominating Committee:
Ann Wenzl, Beth Kazer, Steve Hoots, Sallie Crossley, Wendy Solomon, Chad Tilley, Anna Tucker, Larry Tucker,
Stephanie Vanderford.
Simone Acqué Simone loves to explore new places. She has previously served at Sardis with the Women of Sardis Committee, Senior Link and Mission Interpretation, as Stephen Minister with RAIN, as Usher, Greeter, RITI and Family Promise volunteer. Simone currently serves the Rama Road program “Planting Seeds of Hope.”
Michael Champion Michael enjoys listening to music, playing the drums, and watching his kids play sports. He has served Sardis as a high school youth advisor and girls basketball and softball coach. Michael currently serves as part-time drummer for Sardis’ Celebration Singers band, assistant coach for the girls basketball team, and on
the Recreation and Sports Ministry.
Michael Oelz Mike and his wife Emily are fans of snowboarding, especially with extended family in Colorado. He also enjoys working with youth and serving the homeless. He currently serves at Sardis as a Sunday school teacher and as a volunteer for Charlotte Family Housing and Room in the Inn.
Netta Turnbull Netta enjoyed a trip to Scotland in the 80’s and has a fondness for Wing Haven in Charlotte. She has served at Sardis as Sunday school teacher, member of MSG, Lenten Breakfast Assistant, and volunteer for Crisis Assistance, Florence Crittenden and Alexanders. She currently serves on Christian Ed. and participates in Bible study and the Contemporary Issues Sunday School Class.
John Waller With his wife and two sons, John enjoys getting together with friends, visiting Carowinds and family holidays. John has served at Sardis on Mission Interpretation, Personnel and Officer Nominating Committees, as Youth Advisor for Sabbath, Sunday school teacher, and LOGOS Shepherd. He currently serves on the MSG Subcommittee
and teaches Children’s Sunday school.
Nominees for Deacon
Marilyn Dougherty Marilyn enjoys reading, needlepoint, spending time with her grandchildren, and the veggies at 131 Main. Marilyn has served at Sardis as a member of the Worship Committee, Service Committee, Task Force, and as nursery assistant. She currently serves as Usher, Greeter, “Planting Seeds of Hope,“ Angel Tree, and Women’s Shelter volunteer.
Tom Kirby Tom’s enjoys contributing his musical gifts to the Sardis Celebration Singers. He has previously served at Sardis as Usher and Sunday school teacher, on Youth Council, Property Ministry, and Worship Ministry. He currently serves as RITI Team Captain and participates in the TOM Mustard Seed Group.
Brady Koesel An avid runner in marathons and triathlons, Barry also looks forward to Oktoberfest each year. He has served at Sardis as a member of Evangelism, Fellowship, and Mustard Seed Groups, as Sunday school teacher and nursery assistant, and RITI volunteer. He currently teaches Sunday school, and serves
on Fellowship, Nursery, LOGOS.
Catherine Newman Catherine will always remember and appreciate a semester in college spent in Kenya, where she first became aware of the needs of third-world countries. Catherine has worked with VBS, Congregational Life and Care Ministry, Sunday school, Nursery and Mustard Seed Groups. She currently serves in the Preschool Sunday School and participates in MSG.
Lora Zalaquett Lora enjoys painting, crafts, gardening, and outdoor events. She has served at Sardis as a greeter, Vacation Bible School volunteer, nursery worker, and Sunday School teacher. She is currently a coordinator for the Salvation Army’s Center of Hope Women’s Shelter.
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