Seen Around Church: Week of June 14, 2026

June 17, 2026

SMPC Middle and High Schoolers Kick Off Summer!

Our SMPC middle and high schoolers have started summer strong! Within the last week, they enjoyed ice cream on the last day of school, tubing down Catawba River and Message and Macarons at Amelie’s in Carmel Commons! All of these opportunities are ways for our youth to connect and grow in their faith. We encourage rising 6th graders through graduated 12th graders to join us for one or all youth events this summer! You can find a full list on Realm or the SMPC Events page. You can also contact Rev. Lindsey Odom, Associate Pastor of Youth and Missions/Outreach, for more information.

Photo credit: Rev. Lindsey Odom

Singing Our Way Into Summer

The new Adult Study, Songs of Summer, kicked off on Sunday, June 14, with great attendance. This eight-week study is led by SMPC members Curt and Gayle Ireland and explores familiar Presbyterian hymns and the fascinating stories behind them. Each week, the group will examine the history and meaning of a beloved hymn, connect it to Scripture, and share in thoughtful discussion about what these songs mean to us personally and spiritually. This past Sunday, the group discussed “It Is Well With My Soul.” Whether these hymns are lifelong favorites or brand new to you, all are welcome to enjoy conversation, reflection and music together this summer. Register here.

Photo credit: Terry Gaines

Another Sunday Twin Moment!

Great (and fashionable!) minds think alike! We spotted a few “twins” before Sunday worship!

Photo credit: Donna Wenner

Keep Calm and Organize

Thank you to several of our youth – Jordan, Tuuli, and Harper Leigh—as well as parent Geena Woodard and Rev. Lindsey Odom for helping clean out and organize one of the closets in Mecklenburg Hall! Just looking at this makes us feel happier and calmer! 😊😊😊