An open and affirming community, seeking a caring and just society.
Y’all come for our Holy Hoedown—Saturday, November 9! We’ll gather for Sabbath Worship at 5:00pm (with a hoedown theme!), then head straight into a church-wide dinner, dancing, and games at 6:00pm.
The meal will be provided, and everyone’s invited to bring a dessert to share.
Whether you’re a seasoned two-stepper or a first-time line dancer, there’s a place for you on the floor. All ages welcome. Casual attire. Friends and neighbors encouraged!
Get ready for some spooktacular fun! Join us for our annual Trunk-or-Treat on October 25th from 6-8 PM in the church parking lot. It’s going to be a night full of creative trunks, candy galore, and lots of laughter!
We can’t wait to see you there—costumes encouraged, fun guaranteed!
(This year, several congregations of the Boise Bench have banded together for a “Trunk or Treat Crawl.” Southminster is the final stop of the tour.)
Attention, Members & Friends of Southminster:
Want to join the fun by decorating your trunk? Sign-ups are available in the Narthex, or you can email the church office to get on the list. Not feeling trunk-y but still want to contribute? Candy donations are NEEDED and WELCOME—whether you’re decorating a trunk or just want to help fill the candy bowls!
All leftover candy will be donated to the teachers at Grace Jordan Elementary for their prize boxes. Let’s make this a sweet night for everyone!
The Adult Education study for October and November is “What Does the Lord Require?” led by Shana Woodbury, our Commissioned Ruling Elder. This study based on Micah 6:8 will explore the meaning of acting justly, loving mercy, and
walking humbly with God. Participants will delve into the context of the verse, its implication for daily life, and how it connects to broader biblical themes. Participants can expect time for group discussion and brainstorming of practical applications.
Adult Ed. meets on Sundays following worship at 11:00am.
As we step into this season of stewardship, we do so with deep gratitude for all that we have received, and for all that we are still becoming.
Our theme this year is “Belonging and Becoming.” It is both a statement of who we are and an invitation to grow into who God is calling us to be. As a church community, we belong to one another, to the wider body of Christ, and to the mission of love and justice that God is unfolding in the world. But belonging is not the end of the story. It’s the beginning of a lifelong journey of becoming. Becoming more faithful. More generous. More grounded in grace. More open to where the Spirit leads.
In 2026, we will celebrate 70 years as a congregation. Seventy years of worship and witness, prayer and presence, joy and justice. We are here because of the faith and generosity of those who came before us. And now, it is our turn. It is our time to shape what Southminster becomes in the next season of its life.
Faithful stewardship is one of the ways we live out this calling. When we give, we are not simply keeping the lights on or maintaining a building—we are making ministry possible. We are nurturing children in faith, comforting the grieving, standing in solidarity with the marginalized, creating beautiful worship, deepening discipleship, and proclaiming that every person is a beloved child of God.
Your pledge makes a real difference. It helps us plan responsibly, grow wisely, and dream boldly. It is a tangible expression of your gratitude to God and your investment in a community that is trying to live the gospel with integrity and love.
This October, as you reflect on your financial commitment to Southminster, we invite you to consider what belonging means to you—and what you are becoming because of this place. How has this church shaped your life, your faith, your hope? How might your generosity help someone else experience that same sense of welcome, purpose, and transformation?
Pledge and commitment cards can be placed in the stewardship box in the narthex at any time during October. You can also submit your pledge online at link.spcboise.org/stewardship.
We know that everyone’s circumstances are different, and every gift matters. What we ask is simply this: that you pray, listen, and respond with faith.
Together, we are Belonging and Becoming.
With gratitude,
The Session of Southminster Presbyterian Church
This year, we’ve compiled brief reflections from members of Southminster to help us reflect on what it means to belong—and how we’re becoming the church God is calling us to be. Each video highlights a different part of our shared life: worship, learning, justice, and community. Together, they tell the story of a church shaped by grace and sustained through generosity. We invite you to watch, reflect, and consider how your giving helps make all of this possible.
Gathering weekly on Tuesdays from 7:00-8:30pm at Red Rock Christian Church now through November 18, five Boise Bench congregations are studying Margie Baker’s book God, Gospel, and Gender. Open to most any age, this study offers something of worth for everyone, whether you’re encountering the ideas for the first time or continuing a lifelong journey of learning. A copy
of the book may be helpful, but not required. Snacks included!
Co-led by the clergy of All Saints Episcopal Church, Red Rock Christian Church, Redeemer Lutheran Church, Southminster Presbyterian Church, and Whitney United Methodist Church.
This study will gather from September 30 through November 18. Participants will be invited to join the wider worshiping community in a Trans Day of Remembrance worship service on November 20.
Y’all come for our Holy Hoedown—Saturday, November 9! We’ll gather for Sabbath Worship at 5:00pm (with a hoedown theme!), then head straight into a church-wide dinner, dancing, and games at … [Read More...]
Get ready for some spooktacular fun! Join us for our annual Trunk-or-Treat on October 25th from 6-8 PM in the church parking lot. It’s going to be a night full of creative trunks, candy galore, and … [Read More...]
The Adult Education study for October and November is “What Does the Lord Require?” led by Shana Woodbury, our Commissioned Ruling Elder. This study based on Micah 6:8 will explore the meaning of … [Read More...]
