Me Too

I just finished reading Jesus Wants to Save Christians by Robb Bell and Don Colden.   On page 151 in the chapter "blood on the doorsteps of the universe" they quote writer Anne Lamott, "the most powerful sermon in the world is two words:  'me too'."

Me too.  When you're struggling, when you are hurting, wounded, limping, doubting, questioning, barely hanging on, moments away from another relapse, and somebody can identify with you - someone knows the temptations that are at your door, somebody has felt the pain that you are feeling, when someone can look at you in the eyes and say, 'me too', and they actually mean it - it can save you.  When you aren't judged, or lectured or looked down upon, but somebody demonstrates that they get it, that they know what it's like, that you aren't alone, that's 'me too'.

Love you guys so much.

Darrel

Christmas Party Sunday 21st

Sunday Night December 21st Southside City Church will share dinner together at Mexican Inn on 8th Ave. Just South of Magnolia.  We want everyone to join us.  So make your plans to be there at 6:00 p.m., or call us if you need a ride.

EGG Rolls from Heaven?

Last night about 50 or so folks gathered for worship and dinner - a wonderful time of worship. Catrina's tranformation story meant so much to everyone. It was great to have Jay back with us for a Sunday, along with his parents. AND THE EGG ROLLS! TUNG out did himself making home made egg rolls and spring rolls....the best i've ever tasted. AND WOW to the chicken spagetti from mom and belinda....all the great desserts and oh my goodness, the laughter....

you won't want to miss next Sunday, Dec. 14th. Join us at 6:00 for worship and dinner following.

on the 21st, we will have our Southside City Church Christmas party at Mexican Inn on 8th Ave. Everyone plan on attending....6:00 p.m.

Love,

Darrel

An Amazing First Sunday

Sunday, November 23rd, Southside City Church held our first weekly worship gathering, meeting at College Avenue Baptist Church building in the "near" Southside district of Fort Worth. We enjoyed a great meal prepared by Steve and Carolyn, desserts and salads from the crew that were amazing! Hearing testimonies from Bobby and Linda, prayer for Burkina Faso with Jennifer and Catrina....it was all so, so wonderful. Zack led us in worship that was powerful and intimate.

Look for pictures to come and plan on joining us this coming Sunday, November 30th for worship at 6:00 p.m. and dinner to follow.

Southside City Church - Sunday Worship beginning in November

I am very excited to announce that Southside City Church will be launching our Sunday worship gatherings on November 23rd, with a fellowship meal starting at 5:00 p.m. and worship at 6:00 p.m.

Everyone is invited - so mark your calendars for the special evening. SSCC worship gatherings will be held at the College Avenue Baptist Church, 1400 College Ave. Fort Worth, TX 76104. If you exit Rosedale and head West, turn left on College Avenue and head South for a few blocks the church is on the right. Directional signs will be posted so you will know where to enter the building.

Oh What a Night!

Hopefully everyone is rested after a great weekend of moving and outreach. We estimate that about 85 folks particpated in the community cookout, sponsored by Southside City Church this past Saturday. My guess is Steve and Bubba cooked about 300 sausage on a stick. Lot's of folks from Samaritan House came out for the fun and food, as well as several families and lot's of children from the neighborhood.

Thanks to SSCC team for your hard work and commitment to consistent, compassionate care and community!

I'm posting several pictures here from Saturday.

Darrel

COOKOUT RESCHEDULED DUE TO STORM

The neighborhood cookout has been rescheduled for Saturday, September 20th at 6:00 p.m. Fairmount Park. Please make note of the change and make plans to participate next weekend. We are sorry for any inconvenience - but hope to meet you there next Saturday. Remember, bring your lawn chairs.

Have a great week,

Darrel Auvenshine