Seen Around Church – Week of March 22, 2026

Stateline Community Orchestra Treats Us to a Wonderful Concert

The Stateline Community Orchestra held a concert on Friday evening, March 20, that was open to all. What a wonderful evening! This talented group of musicians, all from our community, performed pieces honoring the “Wondrous Women” in history. It was such a joy! And even better — our very own Belinda Hull, wife of Transitional Pastor Sandy Hull, played cello. We were so proud!

Photo credit: Amanda Alford and Leisa Lackey

SMPC Helps Build Community, Care For Our Neighbors

Saturday was a beautiful reminder of what it means to be the Church together! CN Jenkins Memorial Presbyterian Church hosted the Charlotte Presbytery Day of Mission on March 21. We had 31 participants from SMPC volunteer! From serving with our partners at Beds for Kids and Crisis Assistance, to packing snack bags and making sandwiches for our neighbors at Roof Above, the day was filled with purpose, compassion and connection.

We are so grateful to CN Jenkins for hosting us and for leading such a moving time of worship that grounded our service in faith.

Our day of service reminded us that worship doesn’t end when our serving is over; rather, it continues in how we show up for one another, care for our neighbors, and build community together.

Thank you to everyone who made today so special through service, fellowship, laughter, and shared moments of joy!

Photo credit: Rev. Lindsey Odom

Celebrating a Faith Milestone With Our Third Graders

Our third graders received their Bibles during Sunday worship! This is a beautiful and meaningful milestone in their faith journey. We pray that as they learn to read God’s message of love, they will also grow in their understanding of how to live it each day.

Photo credit: Rebecca Guzman and Terry Gaines

Special Guest Visits SMPC Youth’s March BYG

On Sunday, March 22, our middle and high schoolers participated in March BYG (Big Youth Group) and explored how spiritual practices are not meant to just be occasional moments; rather, they are to become rhythms that shape who we are and allow us to become more aware of God’s presence in everything.

They had a special guest visit, as well! Transitional Pastor Sandy Hull joined the group and guided our youth in experiencing God more deeply and helped bring spiritual practices to life in real, tangible ways.

Photo credit: Lindsey Odom

SMPC Members Attend Inspiring Social Justice Preaching Event

On Monday, March 23, SMPC members attended the 2026 African American Social Justice Preaching series on the Charlotte Campus of Union Presbyterian Seminary. Sponsored by Union’s Center for Social Justice and Reconciliation, guest preacher Rev. Dr. Valerie Bridgeman delivered a powerful sermon titled, “Faithfully Complaining to God.”  Center Director Rev. Dr. Rodney Sadler led a Q&A session afterward.

Photo credit: Terry Gaines

News from the Scouts!

The Mecklenburg County Council recently held a recognition ceremony, and a number of Troop 119 and 219’s Eagle Scouts attended! We are so proud of our Scouts!

In other Scout news: Om S. became Troop 119’s 107th Eagle Scout, and Kevin A. and Jake A were inducted into the Scouts’ Honor Society, the Order of the Arrow (OA) Brotherhood. Additionally, some of our Scouts attended the Scouts Excited About Leadership (SEAL) training!

We are grateful for our Scouts who continually show us how to live with intention and service, and as faithful leaders!

Photo credit: Dean Elledge