If you've been around southside city church lately then you have experienced the great momentum we are seeing in the "near" Southside district of Fort Worth. Lives are truly being transformed as we grow in consistent, compassionate care and community.
The Fall Block Party was a huge PARTY...with over 200 of our neighbors coming out for a night of fun.....everyone took a place of service and made the night a great success.
The student ministry AFTERSHOCK is growing quickly with many upcoming events schedule through the holidays. AFTERSHOCK meets every Sunday night at 5:00 p.m.
Celebrate Recovery is coming to SCC in January. Currently our leaders are meeting to prepare for a great launch. Already there are around 10 folks signed up to participate in our first CR.
Our team returned from Burkina Faso West Africa in October with our own lives changed and a great report of the work happening in Ougadougou.
New Life Groups will begin in the next several weeks. One of our new Life Groups will be for young couples, led by Noah and Natalie Weatherly.
Christmas at Samaritan House is in the making...Michele is planning and organizing for a great celebration. Watch for details on how you and your family can become involved in reaching out to the residents at Sam. House this Christmas.
Monday, November 2, 2009
Monday, August 31, 2009
Sunday, September 6, Pastor Aime Millogo Speaking
Pastor Aime Millogo, a pastor from Burkina Faso who has been studying in Dallas at Christ For the Nations will be preaching at Southside. We want to invite everyone to join us for a great time of worship and hearing the heart of God for Burkina Faso, through Pastor Aime.
We will share a wonderful meal after worship, as always.
We will share a wonderful meal after worship, as always.
Sunday, June 28, 2009
the joy of serving in the "near" Southside Community
Well there are actually countless joys, but having just completed our first ever VBS as a new church, I want to express some of what's on my heart with you.
1. We didn't have super star activites planned, but the children of Southside had a blast playing ball, simple crafts and especially the SPRAY BOTTLES provided by the Hankes.
2. My family. OMG, I have the most wonderful mom, sisters, brother-n-law 2 nieces, nephew and his fiance' that anyone could dream of. They are so faithful to serve the Lord alongside me....thank you....
3. Our Southside Team is amazing. So gifted and so willing to be available to be used by God in the small things as well as the great things......the Lord is most glorified in your heart of love and serving.
4. The stories....Bible Stories....WoW. Thanks to Ray and Tina and Catrina for teaching the children the love of God.......
5. Names that I cannot pronounce correctly. "near" Southside is a diverse community. I love that our church reflects the diversity of our community. The nations are at our doorstep.
6. Sponsor Churches. Southside is sponsored by Alsbury, Birdville and College Ave. Each of these churches played a significant role in helping us succeed this weekend. Birdville team is our newest partnership...we believe God has knit our hearts together in ministry. Alsbury - we could never thank you enough for the continuous support you offer every week..and this week was no different.
7. People find hope while eating hotdogs on tortillas, chicken on a stick and sausage on a stick.....language barriers were overcome, while sharing the simple meal...and let me say our guys are the best EVER cooks.....come see for yourself.
8. Everyone is welcome and everyone has a part in serving at Southside City Church....thanks to Dan who dropped by each evening and provided hats for our gals...and some of the guys....Dan, you totally rock and we love you.....we love to see you driving up on your scooter....keep coming.
9. Prayers are answered. We asked the Lord for at least 45 children to be impacted through VBS, as the last 30 minutes of the weekend rolled around, the last family showed up with 3 extra children, putting our numbers right on what we prayed for......
10. Come Sunday July 6 at 6:00 p.m. to see for yourself.....bring a heart to receive and a heart to give something away.....you'll be blessed....
1. We didn't have super star activites planned, but the children of Southside had a blast playing ball, simple crafts and especially the SPRAY BOTTLES provided by the Hankes.
2. My family. OMG, I have the most wonderful mom, sisters, brother-n-law 2 nieces, nephew and his fiance' that anyone could dream of. They are so faithful to serve the Lord alongside me....thank you....
3. Our Southside Team is amazing. So gifted and so willing to be available to be used by God in the small things as well as the great things......the Lord is most glorified in your heart of love and serving.
4. The stories....Bible Stories....WoW. Thanks to Ray and Tina and Catrina for teaching the children the love of God.......
5. Names that I cannot pronounce correctly. "near" Southside is a diverse community. I love that our church reflects the diversity of our community. The nations are at our doorstep.
6. Sponsor Churches. Southside is sponsored by Alsbury, Birdville and College Ave. Each of these churches played a significant role in helping us succeed this weekend. Birdville team is our newest partnership...we believe God has knit our hearts together in ministry. Alsbury - we could never thank you enough for the continuous support you offer every week..and this week was no different.
7. People find hope while eating hotdogs on tortillas, chicken on a stick and sausage on a stick.....language barriers were overcome, while sharing the simple meal...and let me say our guys are the best EVER cooks.....come see for yourself.
8. Everyone is welcome and everyone has a part in serving at Southside City Church....thanks to Dan who dropped by each evening and provided hats for our gals...and some of the guys....Dan, you totally rock and we love you.....we love to see you driving up on your scooter....keep coming.
9. Prayers are answered. We asked the Lord for at least 45 children to be impacted through VBS, as the last 30 minutes of the weekend rolled around, the last family showed up with 3 extra children, putting our numbers right on what we prayed for......
10. Come Sunday July 6 at 6:00 p.m. to see for yourself.....bring a heart to receive and a heart to give something away.....you'll be blessed....
Monday, June 15, 2009
Southside City Church Summer Splash
Great and exciting things are happening here at Southside. Friday through Sunday, June 26-28, from 6 to 8 we will be having our Summer Splash for children which will include, food, games, crafts and music. We'll meet in the Fairmount Park on Friday and Saturday nights and then at the church on Sunday night for a huge cookout and festival.
Friday, July 3rd, plans are underway for a Summer Swim Party for our Southside City Church youth. Food and swimming for all to enjoy. Watch for more details on the way.
Darrel
Friday, July 3rd, plans are underway for a Summer Swim Party for our Southside City Church youth. Food and swimming for all to enjoy. Watch for more details on the way.
Darrel
Monday, May 25, 2009
Celebrating Burkina Faso - Sunday, June 7th
Sunday, June 7th at 6:00 p.m. Southside invites you to join us for special evening of worship and passion, focusing on what God is doing in the nation of Burkina Faso, West Africa. SCC partners with Heal the World Charity, Inc. in providing support for the SHALOM Primary School, located in the captital city of Ougadougou. Crystal Wilson will be spending two months in Burkina this summer, helping establish Heal the World's English Language Institute.
The evening will include a passionate report on our partnership in Burkina as well as a fabulous meal, prepared by our very own SCC. There will be a silent auction for those who want to purchase items as well as a love offering. All monies received will be used to help build the fourth classroom for Shalom. Our goal is to raise $7500.00.
If you are unable to attend but would like to make a contribution, please contact me at darre@southsidecitychurch.com
The evening will include a passionate report on our partnership in Burkina as well as a fabulous meal, prepared by our very own SCC. There will be a silent auction for those who want to purchase items as well as a love offering. All monies received will be used to help build the fourth classroom for Shalom. Our goal is to raise $7500.00.
If you are unable to attend but would like to make a contribution, please contact me at darre@southsidecitychurch.com
Tuesday, May 5, 2009
Zach D. to share testimony
Southside City Church is a transformational congregation sharing the message of Jesus Christ through consistent, compassionate care and community. On Sunday night, May 17th you will have the opportunity to hear the testimony of Zach D. Let me just say, what God has done in Zach's life this past year is like shining a huge spot light on the banner of Jesus Christ. You will hear the message of hope and life for all.
Let me encourage you to invite a friend to come worship with us that evening. We will have many guest from our parent church, Alsbury Baptist as well, since Zach has received much of his support and healing through the ministry of Alsbury.
And as always we will have a feast to celebrate together afterward. Zach has requested chili dogs....WE can do that!
If you've never been to Southside City Church, we welcome you any Sunday, but especially the 17th. 6:00 p.m.
Let me encourage you to invite a friend to come worship with us that evening. We will have many guest from our parent church, Alsbury Baptist as well, since Zach has received much of his support and healing through the ministry of Alsbury.
And as always we will have a feast to celebrate together afterward. Zach has requested chili dogs....WE can do that!
If you've never been to Southside City Church, we welcome you any Sunday, but especially the 17th. 6:00 p.m.
Thursday, April 30, 2009
Mother's Day - May 10 MAMA'S PIZZA
In honor of our Mom's and all the women who are part of Southside City Church, the men will be providing dinner Sunday night, May 10th. On the menu: MAMA'S Pizza. The best in town. Only the best will do.
Join us as we celebrate - and bring a friend with you.
Join us as we celebrate - and bring a friend with you.
Sunday, April 12, 2009
Southside Easter
Southside City Church gathered tonight for an evening with the Risen Christ Jesus. What a night! Our key passage was Luke 24 - focusing on the intimate friendship offered to us by God through Christ. "He loves me". He really does love me. Thanks to Julie for sharing so passionately the love she has received from Jesus and how He has transformed her life. Question being, "have you seen (experienced by faith) the Risen Savior? We pray that you have.
The food and decorations were AMAZING! Thanks to everyone who served so selflessly to make this evening a special occasion for everyone. I'm so blessed by each of you and so thankful for the genuine friendship we all share.
Love,
Darrel
The food and decorations were AMAZING! Thanks to everyone who served so selflessly to make this evening a special occasion for everyone. I'm so blessed by each of you and so thankful for the genuine friendship we all share.
Love,
Darrel
Wednesday, April 1, 2009
Friendship - Go Deep
Sometimes close friendships can be viewed as exclusive. We've all been in a room where everyone else seemed to be on the "inside" while we were uncomfortably standing on the "outside" of a coversation or joke or just in general. As believers, we must be diligent to be inclusive. Meaning that everyone should feel important and valued by Christ followers.
I have a friend, John who is amazingly gifted at making whoever he is with feel as though they are the most important person in the room. He truly understands the value of every soul. I've been on the receiving end of this Christ-like friendship and I can only say, "wow". Without knowing it, he has been used by God to open my eyes to be more purposeful in acknowledging others and highlighting their immeasureable worth to God and others.
I also have a friend, Steven. Our friendship is deep and could be viewed as exclusive by some. However, depth in friendship does not necessarily mean exclusivity. Our friendship is deep for a reason. We've weathered disagreement, been very present for one another in times of need and have laughed thousands of laughs at the joys of life, together. I always go back to a point in my life that is by far the most painful. The day that we put my Dad in hospice care, I had to inform my dad that he would not be able to go home to our house for the hospice care, but would have to remain in the hospital. I was so, so grieved, because the thing dad wanted most was to just go home for his last days. I called Steven on the way to the hospital and shared with him the news I had to pass on to dad. I arrived at the hospital, confirmed the details, dad needed 100% oxygen and could only receive that care in the hospital. I walked up to the bed and began to weep, deep, deep sorrow and told dad the news. The last thing dad wanted on earth and I had no power to give it to him....I felt helpless and alone. Dad was so precious, he assured me, "Son, it will be o.k.". I turned to take a chair and there standing behind me was my friend Steven. He left work and came to be with me in my time of deep need. This kind of friendship cannot be quickly gained or manufactured or "put on". It comes with time and sincerity.
What I'm wanting to communicate is that we treasure close friendship, while at the same time placing great value and realizing the potential friendship that awaits us with each person we encounter in life.
Go Deep.
Darrel
I have a friend, John who is amazingly gifted at making whoever he is with feel as though they are the most important person in the room. He truly understands the value of every soul. I've been on the receiving end of this Christ-like friendship and I can only say, "wow". Without knowing it, he has been used by God to open my eyes to be more purposeful in acknowledging others and highlighting their immeasureable worth to God and others.
I also have a friend, Steven. Our friendship is deep and could be viewed as exclusive by some. However, depth in friendship does not necessarily mean exclusivity. Our friendship is deep for a reason. We've weathered disagreement, been very present for one another in times of need and have laughed thousands of laughs at the joys of life, together. I always go back to a point in my life that is by far the most painful. The day that we put my Dad in hospice care, I had to inform my dad that he would not be able to go home to our house for the hospice care, but would have to remain in the hospital. I was so, so grieved, because the thing dad wanted most was to just go home for his last days. I called Steven on the way to the hospital and shared with him the news I had to pass on to dad. I arrived at the hospital, confirmed the details, dad needed 100% oxygen and could only receive that care in the hospital. I walked up to the bed and began to weep, deep, deep sorrow and told dad the news. The last thing dad wanted on earth and I had no power to give it to him....I felt helpless and alone. Dad was so precious, he assured me, "Son, it will be o.k.". I turned to take a chair and there standing behind me was my friend Steven. He left work and came to be with me in my time of deep need. This kind of friendship cannot be quickly gained or manufactured or "put on". It comes with time and sincerity.
What I'm wanting to communicate is that we treasure close friendship, while at the same time placing great value and realizing the potential friendship that awaits us with each person we encounter in life.
Go Deep.
Darrel
Finally an Update
Sorry for the delay, but we have been wonderfully busy here at Southside City Church throughout the month of March. Along with our Sponsor Church, Alsbury Baptist in Burleson, we hosted a wonderful group of friends from Andernach Germany and also a group of our friends from Dripping Springs, Texas. Two weekends of exciting outreach in the community followed with evenings of worship and celebration was the focus of our time. Southsiders were amazing with our monthly supper club at Samaritan House, also participating in the Joe's Run 5K which benefited our friends at Samaritan House on March 28th. We hosted a Free clothing give away and a Soccer Camp, led by our team from Germany. Steve and Bubba served up some great hot dogs on tortillas and well, a team of painters (if you can call us that) painted exterior windows on the College Avenue Baptist Church building, where we meet on Sunday nights for worship.
We've met many new friends in the community through the month and are looking forward to another great month of serving and celebrating the Resurrection of our Savior, Jesus.
Join us on April 10th for a Joint Worship Service, Good Friday. 1400 College Avenue, Fort Worth, TX 76104. 7:00 p.m.
And on Easter Sunday, 6:00 p.m. Resurrection Celebration with dinner following. Same location.
Tuesday nights we will be meeting in the Fairmount Park for fun with the kids and Bible Study, 7:00 p.m. beginning April 7th.
Guess that's all for now.
Darrel
We've met many new friends in the community through the month and are looking forward to another great month of serving and celebrating the Resurrection of our Savior, Jesus.
Join us on April 10th for a Joint Worship Service, Good Friday. 1400 College Avenue, Fort Worth, TX 76104. 7:00 p.m.
And on Easter Sunday, 6:00 p.m. Resurrection Celebration with dinner following. Same location.
Tuesday nights we will be meeting in the Fairmount Park for fun with the kids and Bible Study, 7:00 p.m. beginning April 7th.
Guess that's all for now.
Darrel
Thursday, January 22, 2009
Baptism this Sunday at 6:00 p.m.
Southside City Church will worship together in a special way this Sunday evening. We will observe the baptism of our brother and sister in Christ, Joe and Julia. Following the service, we will enjoy a tremendous feast of Fried Chicken and all the good stuff that goes with that. Make plans to join us this weekend and bring a friend.
Darrel
Darrel
Wednesday, January 21, 2009
from my heart
Lately I’ve been more and more aware of the reality that we do not know the appointed time given to us by God. Over and over again I find myself thinking of the speed with which life seems to be happening these days. For instance, we just moved into 2009, but we’re already more than half way through the month. What was for a moment seen as time for considering a fresh start, has already snow balled into the events of the year, some of which are already behind us. I’m overwhelmed.
38 years old and looking back I see how many days have been wasted pursuing my own desires, goals, dreams and personal pleasures. Seems I’m learning though that God will use even the wasted days for His glory to be revealed as I surrender today to Him. What matters is today. Does my life today cause others to see Jesus as the supreme Giver of Life? Does my life today radiate Christ?
I’m sensing God’s calling me to be used up – wasted for Him. I recently heard a reference to two young women who were called into the mission field of a muslim nation. Two weeks into the mission, their lives were taken by force. Some believers stated how sad that these two precious lives were wasted. Really? Is that what we would consider wasted? Used up – but how their sacrifice speaks of the unlimited worth and value of King Jesus – that nothing was more valuable to these young ladies than knowing Christ – not even their lives.
I’m sensing a deeper, greater call to the nations. Even more specifically to the lost. To the lost. Those who are living in darkness and without knowledge of the amazing love God has bestowed upon them in the person of Christ Jesus. My spirit is rejoicing in something that I cannot yet see with my eyes, but what I already know by faith in my heart and mind. God is softening the hardened ground of the souls of men who have been so turned off to the truth of the gospel, but are now coming near the time of crying out for a Savior – Jesus.
So boldly I sense that I must go. Be used up in this manner of living my life in a way that points others to Christ. An end to the focus on programs and making people feel better. The pure message of the gospel. As a friend of mine who is in highschool stated this week in an email, raw, base, real, fresh ministry. Simple. Truth. Genuine. Love. Transformation.
If there’s ever been a time in my life when I sense God’s prophetic word being stirred in me, it is now. Send the Light! There are souls to rescue…there are souls to save…Send the Light!
38 years old and looking back I see how many days have been wasted pursuing my own desires, goals, dreams and personal pleasures. Seems I’m learning though that God will use even the wasted days for His glory to be revealed as I surrender today to Him. What matters is today. Does my life today cause others to see Jesus as the supreme Giver of Life? Does my life today radiate Christ?
I’m sensing God’s calling me to be used up – wasted for Him. I recently heard a reference to two young women who were called into the mission field of a muslim nation. Two weeks into the mission, their lives were taken by force. Some believers stated how sad that these two precious lives were wasted. Really? Is that what we would consider wasted? Used up – but how their sacrifice speaks of the unlimited worth and value of King Jesus – that nothing was more valuable to these young ladies than knowing Christ – not even their lives.
I’m sensing a deeper, greater call to the nations. Even more specifically to the lost. To the lost. Those who are living in darkness and without knowledge of the amazing love God has bestowed upon them in the person of Christ Jesus. My spirit is rejoicing in something that I cannot yet see with my eyes, but what I already know by faith in my heart and mind. God is softening the hardened ground of the souls of men who have been so turned off to the truth of the gospel, but are now coming near the time of crying out for a Savior – Jesus.
So boldly I sense that I must go. Be used up in this manner of living my life in a way that points others to Christ. An end to the focus on programs and making people feel better. The pure message of the gospel. As a friend of mine who is in highschool stated this week in an email, raw, base, real, fresh ministry. Simple. Truth. Genuine. Love. Transformation.
If there’s ever been a time in my life when I sense God’s prophetic word being stirred in me, it is now. Send the Light! There are souls to rescue…there are souls to save…Send the Light!
Tuesday, January 6, 2009
First Supper Club of 2009
Southside City Church will host Supper Club for Samaritan House on Wednesday, January 14th. The menu is smoked Brisket, potato salad, beans, bread and all kinds of desserts. Let's plan a great night of fun and give aways for the residents. Also, don't forget No meeting at Southside on Sunday, January 11th. We will all meet at Alsbury for the New Year conference starting at 6:00 p.m. Dinner following at 7:00 p.m.
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