UPCOMING EVENTS

October Mission: Thanksgiving Food Drive: Non-Perishable food items to be donated to Christian Assistance Bridge.

Please donate to the baskets in the Atrium.

Every Sunday from 9:30AM to 10:15AM (except for certain holidays). 

For the full schedule, click here.

Join Pastor Ben in CrossRoads (off of the Atrium) every Tuesday, 12:10-12:50PM for this lunchtime Bible study. BRING YOUR LUNCH!

Join us in CrossRoads each Wednesday from 10am - 11am.  We will begin a study of the entire book of Acts of the Apostles.

Sundays beginning Sept. 7 , join us for this 8-week Adult Bible Study using the Chosen series "Compass" in CrossRoads (off of the Atrium). This Bible Study is open to all adults from senior high school students and up. For questions, contact Drea Bender at 803-479-8591. Last date is 11/2.

New members are always welcome. Upcoming meeting info & book selections are available in weekly announcements & email newsletter.

Books we have read in the past are listed here.

On Nov. 2, we will discuss “My Friends” by Fredrik Backman. PLEASE NOTE THE NEW TIME OF 3PM. Meet in the Atrium.

We read fairly new fiction with a few non-fiction selections a year. Meetings are informal and almost always include M & M's! 

JOY GROUP: Just Older Youth group is generally ages 55+ and meets the first Monday of every month. Bring a covered dish to share and join us at 12:30PM, on Monday, Nov. 3 in Potts Hall. Our guest is Rev. Dr. J. Ben Sloan speaking on the topic:  "The Spirituality of Older Adults"

Who: All 3rd-5th Graders (a.k.a. Strikers)

When: 3:30pm-5:00pm - see dates below!

Where: Meet in the Strikers Room-Room 220

Join Us to Grow in Your Faith, Enjoy Fellowship, and Serve Others while having FUN! and Have Fun!

Questions or Concerns? Contact Liz Campbell: liz.campbell@live.com or Julie Coffey: juliecoffey5@gmail.com.

Strikers Meeting Dates

November 9

November 30

December 7-Yuletide Festival

December 14-Strikers Christmas Party

January 11

January 25

February 1-Souper Bowl Tailgate

February 22

March 15

March 29-Easter Egg Hunt

April 19

May 3

Montreat Fall Retreat, Friday, October 24 - Sunday, October 26

Montreat Fall Retreat

Friday, October 24 – Sunday, October 26

We’re grateful to return to Montreat in 2025, following the 2024 hurricane, for a

weekend of connection, rest, and renewal in the mountains. Nestled in the

foothills of the Black Mountains, the South Carolina Inn is reserved once again

for our annual fall retreat. Owned, operated, and supported by the Presbyterian

Churches USA of South Carolina, the SC Inn offers several lodging options.

Lodging Options

The Kirk Apartments

Private, apartment-style units where you can cook meals, enjoy nature, and even

stay connected with high-speed Wi-Fi. These include two ADA-accessible units.

These will be assigned first to families of four or more. If your family has

three or fewer members and you'd like to be added to the secondary list, please

note that in the comments section of the reservation form.

The Brearley House

Built in 1912, this historic home overlooks the Montreat Valley and features 16

dormitory-style rooms (twin or double beds), assigned bathrooms, and two cozy

common areas—one with a fireplace, the other with cable TV. Guests also have

access to a full kitchen. Private rooms cannot be guaranteed. Roommate requests

can be made in the comments section of the reservation form.

Retreat Pricing

Pricing includes two nights of lodging, one dinner, and all SVPC-hosted activities and

services. A suggested donation covers a southern-style breakfast on Saturday

and Sunday mornings:

Adults: $100 per person

Grades 6–12: $80 per person

Grades K–5: $60 per person

PreK and under: Free

Staying offsite or in private residence?

You're still welcome to join! Non-lodger pricing includes dinner and all SVPC

activities: $40 per person.

Looking to stay at the Assembly Inn, located at the heart of the Montreat Conference

Center? Call 800.572.2257 to check availability and make private arrangements.

Payment Deadlines

Half Payment Due: Sunday, August 24

Full Payment Due: Sunday, October 12

Weekend Schedule (Optional & Subject to Change)

Friday, October 24 – 8:30 PM | Vespers at the SC Inn

Saturday, October 25 – 9:00 AM | SVPC Family Photo at the SC Inn

Saturday, October 25 – 9:05 AM | Hike Lookout Mountain (photo at the summit)

Enjoy the rest of the day! Explore Montreat’s 4,000 acres, 2,460 of which are protected under conservation. Hike, play tennis, or visit the playground. No commercial development keeps Montreat peaceful and quiet, but nearby Black Mountain offers 40+ shops, 30 restaurants, three breweries—and Kilwin’s chocolate, fudge, and ice cream!

Saturday, October 25 – 6:00 PM | Dinner, Activities & Bonfire

Sunday, October 26 – 10:00 AM | Worship Service

Questions? Contact a Committee Member:

Lance Roper – roperlance@gmail.com

Judy Duncan – jaduncan803@gmail.com

Kristin Hill – KristinCokerHill@gmail.com

Jane Hedden – janegrant10@yahoo.com 

Online signup is closed. Please call Judy Duncan at 803-206-4830 or email jaduncan803@gmail.com if you are interested in joining us in Montreat.

Let's meet for lunch! Ken McManus has reserved a private room at Lizard's Thicket for us to gather and socialize on the 3rd Monday of the month. Please email Ken at kenmcmanus@mindspring.com if you have questions or plan to attend.

Join our monthly breakfast/discussion group that meets in the private dining room at Lizard's Thicket in front of Target on Two Notch Road at 7:00 AM (PLEASE NOTE THE TIME of 7AM 

). Led by Stephen Bower and/or Ken McManus. 

Email Stephen Bower at stephenebower6@gmail.com or Ken McManus at kenmcmanus@mindspring.com.

Join us after the 10:30AM Service on Sunday, November 23rd in Potts Hall for a time of food and fellowship. Let's have lunch together!

Join on Sunday, Nov. 30th at 11:30AM (following the Traditional Service) in the Outreach Room.

Items to Bring:  12” or smaller saucer, garden clippers, gloves, xtra greenery. 

Church provides: candles, candle holders, oasis, floral tape, scissors, some greenery. 

Cost: $5.

Please make only 1 advent wreath unless there are leftover Advent supplies.

Please sign up so we have an accurate count as to how much material will be required. Refreshments provided.

Sign up by emailing Drea Bender: drea.bender@gmail.com