Our adult bible study, Room at the Table, continues Wednesday night March 22nd at 6 PM with guest speaker, Rev. Rebecca Mathis. Rebecca will be giving a presentation on the Baptist principle of the separation of church and state. Join us as we learn more about our Baptist faith tradition.
Mission Moment from Uganda
Our Church is pleased to support CBF Global Missions in moments like these where unity and love are modeled and shared.
"Hannah is the first woman who I ministered to when I arrived in Uganda 3.5 years ago. God has done an incredible work in her life as she has healed and overcome incredible adversity. She was among our second group of shelter graduates. She is now in her second year at a Music college (from which she earned a scholarship) and will complete her degree at the end of next year. We are incredibly proud of Hannah and amazed at God's work in her life!"
- Missy Ward-Angalla, CBF field personnel, Kampala, Uganda
Baseball Team Luncheon
We would like to give a huge thank you to our church and kitchen team and volunteers who helped provide the hospitality for the Smoky Mountain high school JV and varsity baseball teams this past Sunday!
The View from My Desk
Sylva is a beautiful town. I know that anyone who calls it home would agree with me on this. It’s a place that I hold dear to my heart, and I never tire of getting outside and admiring the mountains that encompass our little town. However, on a daily basis, I get a tour of Sylva without ever leaving my desk.
This town isn’t solely composed of beautiful scenery, fun shops, and too many auto parts stores. This town is composed of people. These people filter in and out of the church office daily, each showing me a different patch on the intricately woven quilt that makes up Sylva. Here is what I see:
I see the mail carrier, who shares in my enthusiasm when a fun package comes in.
I see tourists, who spend their vacation time travelling back to places they spent in their childhood, such as our church.
I see smiling parents, excited to pick up their children from our preschool after a hard day at work.
I see church members coming in to contribute their time and energy to God by completing various projects that need to be done in and around the church.
I see our staff members who work more hours than they are required to, just so things will run smoothly.
I see children in our After School and Summer Camp programs running up and down our halls laughing with joy.
I see community.
Our church is made up of so many lovely people, and I delight in the time I get to spend with each of them. These people have enriched my life in more ways than I can count. Not many people can say that they get a tour of their town at work every day; and I think that makes me pretty blessed.
Tia Ashley, Administrative Assistant
Tonight's Bible Study
Tonight, we're studying our Baptist roots. Come to our Adult Bible Study at 6 PM to learn more about our own particular faith tradition and how we fit in with our other brothers and sisters in Christ.
SMHS Baseball Teams Join Us for Worship
The Smoky Mountain High School JV and Varsity Baseball teams will be our guests in worship this Sunday, March 19th. Be on the lookout for them and make sure to give them a gracious welcome!
Upcoming Events for Women of the Church
- Don't miss the annual "Celebrating Women" Brunch on Saturday, April 1st, from 9:30 a.m. until 12 noon, in the Mission and Fellowship Center. You will be delighted at the GAs Parade of Nations, enjoy good food and door prizes, and be inspired by Phyllis Elvington. Phyllis is a sought-after speaker, known for her entertaining and thought-provoking sharing of Biblical truths. Don't miss this exciting day in the life of our church!
- On Sunday, April 2nd, the worship service will be led by the women and girls of the church and a visiting choir from WCU. Phyllis Elvington will bring the message. Men and women, boys and girls -- please plan to be there and bring your Bibles! More about this later.
- The Tuckaseigee Baptist Associational WMU's Annual Meeting will be Thursday, April 6th, at Faith Baptist Church. The meeting begins with a salad supper (bring a salad to share) at 6:00 p.m. A special guest speaker and fellowship with women from other churches will highlight this special event.
United Christian Ministries Fundraiser
Baby Shower for Afton and Jameson Stout
Please come to a baby shower honoring Afton and Jameson Stout on Sunday, March 19th from 2:00-3:30 PM in the Mission and Fellowship Center. Their baby girl is registered at Amazon.com and for diapers and wipes.
Baseball Team Lunch
On Sunday, March 19th, we will be hosting a luncheon for the Smoky Mountain high school baseball team. The food will be provided, but we are asking church members to provide dessert for the team. If you are willing to contribute a dessert to the luncheon, please contact Ruth McConnell at 506-8827.