December 13, 2025, 10:45AM

Enter with Praise
Nikki Simmons

Welcome & Prayer
Eric Nelson

Opening Hymn
119 - Angels from the Realms of Glory

Baptism
Elizabeth Rivas

Offering Call
Paula Haynes
Adventist Community Service - World Budget NAD

Scripture Reading
Jordan Benjamin
Exodus 31: 16, 17

Morning Prayer
Eric Nelson

Children's Story
Josh Fraker

Special Music
South Bay Choir

Morning Message
Pastor Jeremy Arnall
Covenant Colors

Closing Hymn
Covenant Hymn

Benediction
Pastor Jeremy Arnall

Pianist: Josh Fraker

Deacon on Duty this Week
Zachary Davis

Deaconess on Duty (December)
Kim King & Ann Cathey

Announcements

Today

There will be a potluck for the Adventurers to assemble gift bags after the service today.

Homeless Outreach is today at 2PM - Met Min (4001 Rossville Blvd.)
We will be serving Turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes with gravy, green beans, fruit, chips and water.  If you bring food, if possible, add a little more, there is a camp site we try and take food to and to the hotel.
If you cannot bring anything please come out and assist with the feeding, handing out clothing and praying with them.
Contact Anne Cathey (423-617-1050) or Kendra for more information or to share what you are willing to donate.

South Bay Christmas Program: December 13 at 7:30PM
Join us for a special Christmas celebration featuring The East Tennessee Symphony Orchestra and The South Bay Choir! Enjoy an evening filled with carols and classics as we celebrate the holiday season together! All are welcome and admission is free.
Sunset Today: 5:30PM
Sunset Next Friday: 5:35PM

This Week

The Adventurers will be visiting Brookdale Nursing Home in Hixson to present a Christmas program on Sunday, December 14. For more information, please contact Fredra.

Pathfinders & Adventurers will have a meeting this Tuesday at 6PM.

Midweek Connection meets on Tuesdays at 6:30PM in the church. Phil Mills will continue his series on the book of Genesis.

CHURCH BUSINESS MEETING: Wednesday, December 17 at 7PM via ZOOM. The primary focus will be next year’s budget, and we will also vote on the calendar. ALL are encouraged to attend.

SOULutions will meet at the church this Thursday, December 18 at 6:30PM.

Youth Chorale Practice: Friday, December 19 at 6:30pm at the church.

Stephen Mills will be having major surgery on December 17. Since he lives by himself, he could really use our support with meals during his recovery. If you would like to help, you can sign up for the meal train using the link HERE.

We value your feedback! Feel free to share any comments or suggestions about our church by adding a Feedback Card to the box, located on the table in the foyer.

South Bay Texting Service: We are launching a free texting service to keep you updated with announcements and news. It is easy to join!
1. Save our number: Add (833) 365-3035 to your contacts (e.g. “South Bay Updates” or “South Bay Church”).
2. Text to subscribe:
Members: Text JOIN to 833-365-3035 for member updates
Guests: Text GUEST to 833-365-3035 for guest updates

The deaconess team is now providing blankets to ladies who are cold in Sabbath school or divine service. You can request a blanket from the greeters at the welcome center in the foyer. Please return after the service.

Deaconess Ministry: The deaconesses will be visiting people in need or shut - ins. If you know anyone who needs visitation, please contact Marian Kelch at 563-260-5118.

If you have an announcement for next week’s bulletin, please email info@southbaysda.org by Wednesday.  

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Further Out

ZAMBIA MISSION TRIP (Aug 5-17, 2026)   Here is the website for the trip with helpful information on the projects we will be doing in Zambia along with an FAQ section and a place to sign up. Deposits should have been made by October 1 but there has been grace extended.  Please confirm your spot by visiting the website and registering and placing your $250 deposit. We have around 40 registered but still several have not made their deposit so please do so now.  Also, we could still use a few more doctors if possible.  

UPCOMING EVENTS | Mark Your Calendars
  • December 13 - Morning Message - Pastor Jeremy Arnall
  • December 13 - Adventurers Potluck
  • December 13 - Homeless Ministry - 2PM
  • December 13 - South Bay Christmas Program 7:30PM
  • December 14 - Adventurers Nursing Home Christmas Program
  • December 16 - Adventurers & Pathfinders 6PM
  • December 16 - Midweek Connection 6:30PM
  • December 17 - CHURCH BUSINESS MEETING 7PM
  • December 18 - SOULutions 6:30PM
  • December 19 - Youth Chorale Practice 6:30PM
  • December 20 - Morning Message - Pastor Jeremy Arnall
  • December 20 - Fellowship Meal


Prayer

United in Prayer | Every Sabbath, 8:50AM - 9:20AM
If you would like to request prayer for a specific person or issue, you can send your prayer requests to southbaysda.org/pray.

Prayer After Divine Service
Join us in front of the platform for a short time of prayer right after the divine service to reflect on the sermon.

Morning Prayer Line | Every Weekday, 5:30AM-6AM & 7:30AM-8AM
Join us via ZOOM for prayer. You can access the link on our website.

Youth Prayer Line | Every Weekday, 6:46AM
A prayer line is led by young people but is open to anyone. Join via ZOOM by clicking the link on our website.

Offering Report

Yearly Budget Goal 

$190,306.94

Monthly Budget Goal

$15,858.91

Church Budget Received in December 

$1,494.20