November 14, 2026, 10:45AM

Sticking Points

A message by: Pastor Jeremy Arnall

Enter with Praise
Sophia Casas

Welcome & Prayer
Peter Petgrave

Opening Hymn
83 - O Worship the King

Offering Call
Thierry Shurley
Annual Sacrifice for Global Mission GC

Scripture Reading
Michael Shurley
James 1:21-25

Morning Prayer
Peter Petgrave

Children's Story
Julie Shurley

Special Music
Emily, Justin, & Sofia

Morning Message
Pastor Jeremy Arnall
Sticking Points

Closing Hymn
518 - Standing on the Promises

Benediction
Pastor Jeremy Arnall

Pianist
John Louzonis
Deacon on Duty this Week
Daniel Drexler
Deaconess on Duty (November)
Janine Finkbeiner & Glenda Jehle

Announcements

Today

Homeless Ministry: Join us today at 2:00 PM at the Met Min Facility (4001 Rossville Blvd.) for our next homeless feeding. We will be serving soup, sandwiches, fruit, chips, and water. Food and clothing donations are welcome, and volunteers are needed to help serve, distribute clothing, and pray with those in need. As winter approaches, we are also collecting blankets, sleeping bags, and other cold-weather supplies. Please contact Anne Cathey (423-617-1050) or Kendra to let them know what you would like to contribute.
Sunset Today: 5:36 PM
Sunset Next Friday: 5:32 PM

This Week

Transfers In - 1st Reading
Joe France from Collegedale Community SDA Church (Collegedale, TN)
Kay Campbell from Chattanooga First SDA Church (Chattanooga, TN)
Transfers Out - 1st Reading
Evie Rodriguez to Cohutta SDA Church (Cohutta, GA)
Isabelle Olivier to Burnsville SDA Church (Burnsville, NC)

Deacons’ Breakfast - Sunday, November 15 at 9am located in the Fellowship Hall

Dinner with the Doctor: The last program of the year is scheduled for November 16 at 6 pm “CHANGE” is the only dependable occurrence in our lives. Come and learn more about how to deal in a healthy way with all the new and unexpected things that may invade your days. And don’t forget that a holiday meal is awaiting you. Bring your friends. Brochures are on the table in the foyer.
 
Pathfinders & Adventurers will have a meeting this Tuesday at 6PM.
 
Midweek Connection meets on Tuesdays at 6:30PM in the church. Our youth are leading out in a study through the Discipleship Handbook that every member receives when they join South Bay.

Church Calendar Meeting: All ministry leaders are invited to participate in a Zoom meeting on Wednesday, November 18 at 7PM to review the 2027 calendar.

SOULutions Recovery will meet at the church this Thursday, November 19 at 6:30PM.

AY Friday Vespers - November 20 at 5:45PM. Join us for an evening of music, fellowship, and worship as we welcome t`he Sabbath at the Lewis’ home. Potluck supper: Please bring a dish to share. If you plan to attend, please let Cyrus Benjamin know how many will be joining.

Collegiate + Post Collegiate Vespers: There will be a joint Friendsgiving vespers on November 20 at 6:30PM, located in the Community Room. We will share a meal, testimonies, and a devotional. Please bring a Thanksgiving dish to pass and reach out to John Louzonis if you plan to come.

Diana Grakov’s team will host the fellowship meal next week. Theme- Thanksgiving Favorites
A-I: Thanksgiving dish PLUS fruit or healthy dessert
J-Z: Thanksgiving dish PLUS salad
If you would like to stay for the fellowship meal, please plan to contribute. We have lots of guests each Sabbath. Let’s show hospitality to them by bringing double the amount of the Thanksgiving dish. Thank you!

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

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 have a free texting service to keep you updated with announcements and news. It is easy to join!
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Further Out

  • November 13-15 - South Bay Women’s Retreat
  • November 14 - Morning Message - Pastor Jeremy Arnall
  • November 14 - Homeless Ministry 2PM
  • November 15 - Deacons Breakfast 9AM
  • November 16 - Dinner with the Doctor 6PM
  • November 17 - Pathfinders & Adventurers 6PM
  • November 17 - Midweek Connection 6:30PM
  • November 18 - Church Calendar Meeting 7PM
  • November 19 - SOULutions Recovery 6:30PM
  • November 20-22 - Pathfinders’ Master Guides Event
  • November 20 - AY Youth Vespers 5:45PM
  • November 20 - Collegiate + Post Collegiate Vespers 6:30PM
  • November 21 - Morning Message - Pastor Daniel Manns
  • November 21 - Fellowship Meal - Theme: Thanksgiving Favorites
  • November 21 - AY Vespers
  • November 22 - Adventurer Operation Christmas Child

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, 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 MTD in November    

$460.77