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Camp Sawtooth Summer Camps

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Parents & Grandparents—are you looking for some summer relief? Camp Sawtooth is ready to welcome children and youth for a week of fun. They will have a wonderful time making new friends, learning about God’s love, and enjoying the beauty of the mountains, while you will have some much needed rest. For more information and to register online, visit www.campsawtooth.org.

  • Kids Camp (Grades 3-4) — June 30-July 3
  • Kids Camp (Grades 5-6) —June 23-28
  • Jr. High Camp (Grades 7-9) — July 14-19
  • Sr. High Camp (Grades 10-12) — July 7-12

PWS – April 2024 Updates

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You are invited to the Presbyterian Women gathering at Kirkpatrick Memorial Community Church in Parma on Saturday, April 20, at 9:30am.

Worship: Rev. Charlie Conway
Speaker: Rev. Mother Marta Conway— “Spiritual Practices with Mother Marta”

Breakfast refreshments prior to the gathering, and business meeting between worship and the speaker. An offering will support churchwide attendees. A simple lunch will be served in the Community House for a suggested donation of $10. Childcare provided if requested.

Lenten Sermon Series

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For many, Lent has become a vain ritual where Christians give up small, often insignificant vices as they prepare to contemplate the passion and resurrection of Christ. But what if Lent was meant to be more radical and transformative than that? The fundamental call of Jesus to all who follow him is to sacrifice themselves and their lives for the good of their friends, neighbors, and even enemies. However, this call is more easily preached than practiced. In this Lenten sermon series, we will examine the tangible ways that Jesus demonstrated sacrificial living in his day and age, as well as the powerful, world-shaking ramifications his sacrificial life had on his society in his day.

Holiday Bazaar – Oct 27 & Oct 28

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The Presbyterian Women of Southminster Presbyterian Church warmly welcome the community to our annual Holiday Bazaar! We are super excited for the upcoming bazaar, which will feature creative decorations, handmade items, home baked goods, holiday decor, gifts, jewelry, houseplants, pictures, collectibles, pottery, theme baskets, and so much more.

Friday October 27 and Saturday October 28 from 9:00am to 2:00pm

Thriving!

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In June your Session held a half day retreat.  It was a time to meet new session members, set committees and discuss the year ahead. For part of the morning Pastor TJ asked us to brainstorm what our church had accomplished over the past year and since Covid. At times brainstorming sessions can be intimidating.  What if I don’t have anything to add to the discussion? What if we haven’t accomplished anything?

This is the list we came up with. . . . . . . .

  • Resuming In-Person Gatherings
  • Launching the Grace Jordan Food Pantry
  • Eliminating Grace Jordan Lunch Debt
  • Stretch Campaign for Parking Lot/Security
  • Restructuring Session Committees
  • Holy Humor & Pride Worship Services
  • Introducing Pronouns on Nametags
  • Carpenter’s Gift Project & Drew’s House
  • Livestreaming Improvements
  • Brighter Sanctuary Lighting
  • Puppet Team Leading Worship Regularly
  • Sabbath Worship Creativity
  • Fellowship Meals and Dinners for 8
  • Monthly Birthday Celebrations
  • A Full Staff Team Onboard
  • Instituting Annual Employee Reviews
  • Updating Job Descriptions & Policies
  • Fewer Paper Mailings / Stamped Mail
  • New Church Sign on Overland
  • New, Mobile-Friendly Church Website
  • New Church Photo Directory
  • New community groups welcomed
  • Community Easter Egg Hunt
  • Partnering with Whitney UMC
  • Brewed for Thought; Dominoes
  • Prayground Table in Sanctuary

Wow!  What a list of accomplishments!

In a time when organized religion faces many struggles our congregation is Thriving. You all accomplished so much and we should all be proud of what we have done to share the love of Christ over the past year. Some large projects, some small – yet all important to our mission of sharing God’s Word.

Throughout October, we will reflect on what it means to Thrive in and through God’s Grace. Worship will include a weekly Moment for Stewardship with members of the congregation speaking about the incredible things God is doing through Southminster. This will coordinate with a four-week sermon series entitled “Thriving,” which will look at stewardship and generosity through a theological lens.

As we celebrate the ways in which we are thriving, you are encouraged to consider the importance of Southminster in your life, and how your continued financial support can further the mission and ministry of this congregation. Throughout the month, commitment cards (pledge cards) will be available at the church and online. As your Session plans for the 2024 financial budget and discerns what God is calling us to do together in the next twelve months, it is important to have a good estimate of income.

Southminster has a passionate and compassionate congregation. Our base is strong and we recognize the opportunities we have for growth. As we move into the fall calendar the opportunities for spiritual growth, fellowship and Christian Education await us. (And, we have a nice parking lot, too).

By God’s Grace, Southminster is Thriving!

Bruce Mohr,
Stewardship & Finance Elder
on behalf of Session

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Upcoming Events

SAGES Lunch & Learn

All are invited to the SAGES Lunch & Learn gathering on Thursday September 18. Lunch will be at 11:30am, with a suggested donation of $10. Following lunch, the group will enjoy a presentation by … [Read More...]

Southminster at Boise Pride (Sept 6-7)

Join us in celebrating love, community, and joy as Southminster takes part in this year’s Pride Festival and Parade! We’ll be showing up with color, creativity, and a whole lot of welcome—and you’re … [Read More...]

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Sunday Schedule

Worship: 9:30am
(except Sabbath Weekends)

Sabbath Weekends

Worship on the Second Saturday of the month is at 5:00pm. The next morning is a day of Sabbath rest, with no worship or activities.

Our Denomination

We are an active congregation of the Presbyterian Church (USA) and a member of the Presbytery of Boise.

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