In attempting to create a legacy to leave with The Church at Southside, it is my desire that we become a people who are "Bible Literate".  So many churches today are not.  In so doing we have developed a curriculum that will accomplish this purpose in the lives of our members who will avail themselves of the opportunity to do just that.  This is the reason I have involved each member of the ministerial staff in the program of Bible centered teaching and preaching.  It is my responsibility to protect this pulpit from heresy and doctrinal liberalism.  This applies to the pastors as well as guest speakers.  When people enter here they can know what they hear is "the whole truth and nothing but the truth" from God's Holy and Inspired Word.  You would be surprised at the number of pulpits that are occupied by philosophers and social workers instead of Gospel Bible preachers who preach the word in its truth and purity.

With this in mind, we teach and preach that gospel, "once delivered unto the saints" (Jude 3).  Our testimony stands with the Apostle Paul who declared: "And I, brethren, when I came to you, came not with excellency of speech or of wisdom, declaring unto you the testimony of God.  For I determined not to know anything among you (except) Jesus Christ and Him crucified.  And I was with you in weakness and in fear, and in much trembling.  And my speech and my preaching were not with enticing words of man's wisdom, but in demonstration of the spirit and of power; that your faith should not stand in the wisdom of men, but in the power of God."  (1 Corinthians 2:1-5)

Sunday mornings at 9:30 am, in-depth Bible study is taught by Assistant Pastor Buddy Lear, with verse by verse commentary.

At the 10:30 am worship service the message is always Bible based on the premise of ll Timothy 3:16-17:  "All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness, that the man of God may be perfect (complete), thoroughly furnished unto all good works."

Also at 10:30 am we have Children's Church for ages 3 to 3rd grade, lead by Bob and Becky Lear.  This is an exciting step in providing the children of our neighborhood a fun place to learn about God's love for them.

Our Bible Reading Lab is at 5:00 pm.  This is our new concept where we meet around the table as a church family and read, without commentary, several chapters of scripture in a 45 minute time frame...this is our effort to feed your "inner spirit" person.  It is truly "soul food".

Then Assistant Pastor Buddy Lear leads us at 6:00 pm in a Bible centered discipleship service.

Finally, on Thursday evenings at 7:00 pm, the Pastor's Bible Study features in-depth, verse by verse study of a portion of the Word of God.  Our prayer time, starts at 6:00 pm, preceding the Bible Study. 

                                                                   


 Special Events and Opportunities for Service

Looking Ahead to Special Events coming in August:
On Sunday, August 3rd, Gordon Jensen, International Evangelist, Singer and Songwriter,  will be at the 10:30 am Worship Service.  He will be sharing the Gospel message in word and music.  Some of the most notable songs he wrote are:  "Redemption Draweth Nigh", "I Should Have Been Crucified", "Tears are a Language", "Written in Red", "Jesus Will Outshine Them All", and many more.

Then on Sunday, August 31st, "Southern Harmony", a new southern gospel music ministry based in Ocala will be ministering at the 10:30 am Worship Service.  "Southern Harmony consists of veteran gospel music singer and songwriter Earleene Roberts and singer, songwriter Bob Paxton.

Mark your calendar now so you don't miss either of these special events.

Happenings in July:
Each Saturday of the month
8:00 am:  Assist the Servant's Heart ministry in packing and delivering food boxes for single mom families in our area.  See Becky Lear for more information.

Each Tuesday of the month
7:00 pm:    "The Pulse Church" is conducting a service in our sanctuary  each week.  This service is led by Pastor Tim Goad.  It is a 'contemporary' Praise and Worship Service with a Bible message by Pastor Goad.  Everyone in the Southside congregation is invited to attend.

Thursday, July 17th
We will resume our Prayer Meetings at 6:00 pm followed by the Pastor's Bible Study in 1 John at 7:00 pm.

Saturday, July 19th
9:30 am:  Meet at the church for a visitation/work day.
 

Sunday evening services are temporarily suspended for the summer.  We will not meet in the evening during July or August but will resume on September 7th.
 

Outreach Ministry and Mission opportunities:
If you would like to participate in our Food Ministries  there are two boxes set up for donations in the room by the sanctuary foyer. 

The first box is for Elizabeth Ratliff, a missionary to the people of Zambia.  She really appreciates all the things we have sent to her and her fellow missionaries.  We send food items and other things which are impossible to get where she is.  Suggested items for Elizabeth are:  Splenda, sugar-free jello, soft tortilla wraps, sugar-free gum, nuts, raisins, dry beans, and zip lock gallon size freezer bags.  Please check the more detailed list posted on her box or see Lori Sunday with any questions.

The second box is for Servant's Heart.  Each Saturday two to four people from Southside  assist Servant's Heart by packing and delivering boxes of groceries to single mothers who are in need.  The MOST needed items are bathroom tissue and powdered milk (packages with individual pouches are best).  Canned goods and nonperishable items are also needed and appreciated.  If you would like to participate in packing boxes or delivering them, please see Becky Lear.