April 4, 2026, 10:45AM

Enter with Praise
Phil Mills

Welcome & Prayer
Eric Nelson

Opening Hymn
619 - Lead On, O King Eternal

Profession of Faith
Ken & Mary Custer
Karen Ozturk

Offering Call
Mary Custer
Local Church Budget

Scripture Reading
Ken Custer
Hebrews 12:1-3

Morning Prayer
Eric Nelson

Children's Story
Tina Arnall

Special Music
South Bay Choir

Morning Message
Pastor Jeremy Arnall
Awake in the Dark

Closing Hymn
Have Thine Own Way Lord

Benediction
Pastor Jeremy Arnall

Pianist
Benjamin Abraham

Deacon on Duty this Week
Rick Finkbeiner

Deaconess on Duty (March)
Julia Dias & Therese Carrigan

Announcements

Today

Please join us for a fellowship meal after the service. Theme: Asian

Men! Enjoy singing? Join the SBSDA Men's chorus. Practicing immediately following potluck today.

Nursing Home Ministry is today at 3pm - 2626 Walker Rd. Dalton Building.
Contact Josh Fraker with any questions.

Join us this Sabbath evening at 6:30pm for an inspiring AY Vespers! Michael Godwin will share his personal testimony, showing how God’s power transforms lives.
Sunset Today: 8:05 PM
Sunset Next Friday: 8:09 PM

This Week


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.

Elder's Meeting: Wednesday, April 8 at 6PM via ZOOM.

Church Board Meeting: Wednesday, April 8 at 7PM via ZOOM.

You can still register for DARP! Anyone who would like to participate for the Reclaim Hope series can come to the first session on April 13 at 6PM located at the church.

A three-part gardening series begins April 13 at 6PM at South Bay, covering gardening basics, raised beds, and fall gardening, led by Gabriel McClover. The series is open to everyone, and those who attend all three sessions will receive a complimentary copy of Everyday Gardener (while supplies last). Pre-registration is encouraged: southbaysda.org/health.

From May 1–3, Cohutta Springs will host a Reach Your Neighbor retreat featuring Richie Halversen and Eric Flickinger, focused on outreach and evangelism. The South Bay Church will sponsor three individuals who are interested in attending. If you would like to attend, please reach out to Royce Snyman at 517-331-1419.

VBS registration is now open! Monday June 8 - Friday June 13; 5:00-8:00 (meal at 5 pm)
Participant registration: https://forms.gle/jt9YEtM3HURgDr4V6
Helper registration: https://forms.gle/ma1CNtiuJ486BmT99
Everyone who is helping or participating must register.
We also need some supplies:
Christmas trees (will be returned at the end of VBS)
Hiking backpacks (will be returned at the end of VBS)
Large decorative rocks (will be returned at the end of VBS)
If you are willing to loan any of these materials, please contact Julissa Gutierrez (julissamfdz@gmail.com).

South Bay Couples’ Getaway: Aug 21-23 in Ellijay, Georgia. If you are interested, please text Laurie Snyman 517-331-1433. Room for 9 couples.

GCC Marriage Retreat: Registration is open for the GCC Marriage Retreat at Cohutta Springs, September 25-27, 2026. The speakers are Elder William and Joyce Smith. To register, please visit https://events.gccsda.com/marriageretreat26.

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

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
  • April 4 - Health Celebration Sabbath
  • April 4 - Morning Message - Pastor Jeremy Arnall
  • April 4 - Fellowship Meal - Theme: Asian
  • April 4 - Nursing Home Ministry 3PM
  • April 4 - AY Vespers 7PM
  • April 6 - Best Weigh - 6PM
  • April 7 - Adventurers/Pathfinders 6PM
  • April 7 - Midweek Connection 6:30PM
  • April 8 - Elders’ Meeting (via ZOOM) 6PM
  • April 8 - Church Board (via ZOOM) 7PM
  • April 11- Morning Message - Pastor Daniel Manns
  • April 11 - Greeters Potluck
  • April 11 - Homeless Ministries 2PM


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 

$238,176

Monthly Budget Goal

$19,848

Church Budget Received in March 

$43,003.82