Exciting Days at Shades
Posted in From the Pastor | By Shades Staff | Posted on Wed Aug 12, 2020
These are great days at Shades! We're thick in the middle of our ONE Month emphasis, there are exciting new details of our Better Together plan coming in September, and we have a new sermon series launching this weekend. Take a look!
Fall at Shades
Posted in From the Pastor | By Shades Staff | Posted on Thu Aug 6, 2020
The fall at Shades is going to look different, but we're still committed to finding creative, meaningful ways to stay together. There are some ways to get involved in ONE Month as well as some Better Together updates to be aware of. Take a look!
Living Sent in Every Season
Posted in From the Pastor | By Shades Staff | Posted on Fri Jul 31, 2020
The calendar is turning to August, and as we anticipate another month, we're reminded that our mission remains the same ... no matter the circumstance.
We have a lot to cover as August comes rolling around, so take a look at our latest update!
McElwain Church Adoption
Posted in From the Pastor | By Shades Staff | Posted on Wed Jul 29, 2020
Updated Sept. 20, 2020
Last Sunday, the McElwain church body met to discuss moving forward with a potential relationship with Shades. They voted overwhelmingly -- with more than 96% in favor -- to proceed. This affirms how the Lord has worked in each step of this evaluation.
Earlier this week, our leadership met with deacons and the finance committee to review due diligence. After discussion, both groups voted unanimously to move forward.
So tonight, Sept. 20 at 6 p.m., we'll hold a church-wide business meeting in the Worship Center.
I, along with our leadership, will talk about next steps and our plans for a relationship with this new church. We'll also answer your questions and hold a vote. Please make plans to be with us in-person, but if you cannot, you can still participate online. Join us on livestream, where you'll still be able to send in questions and vote electronically!
We've put together a document to answer some questions you may already have. If you've seen the video below I recorded first announcing this plan, know that we've sought to be flexible and open, following God's guidance in how to best partner with McElwain. Click the link to review the FAQs, and I'll see you tonight, either in-person or online!
We're in This Together
Posted in From the Pastor | By Shades Staff | Posted on Thu Jul 23, 2020
We're moving forward. Even as we still grapple with COVID-19 in our country, here at Shades, we're finding innovative ways to pursue our mission as a church. Some bring us together and others allow us to remain apart. No matter where you are, we're in this together as a church family.
New Details About On Campus Worship
Posted in From the Pastor | By Shades Staff | Posted on Wed Jul 15, 2020
God has been so faithful to us during the first half of 2020, and as we prayerfully consider ministry in the coming days, we have some updates for you! There are a few upcoming opportunities to serve our community for you to be aware of, as well as a new sermon series starting this weekend.
We've also issued an important update to our Better Together plans, so take a look!
Summer at Shades
Posted in From the Pastor | By Shades Staff | Posted on Wed Jul 8, 2020
We've enjoyed worshipping together again in-person, and we continue to make preparations for integrating more Sunday morning ministry activities to our schedule. As we plan, take a minute to hear from Pastor Danny about how things are shaping up as we look to the rest of the summer!
Meet with God
Posted in From the Pastor | By Shades Staff | Posted on Wed Jul 1, 2020
We had our first worship service back at Shades last weekend, and it was such an encouraging day together! Thanks for the efforts each of you made in attending and caring for one another. And while we look toward continuing to gather together, we want to remind you of resources we've made available in advancing our efforts toward racial reconciliation.
The Church Together
Posted in From the Pastor | By Shades Staff | Posted on Thu Jun 25, 2020
This Sunday marks our return to in-person worship. We've made a lot of preparations to ensure the safest worship environment and best worship experience for you.
Additionally, we have an exciting summer of ministry ahead with various ways you can join in the mission of God here at Shades.
Take a look at this video update from Pastor Danny about what to expect this weekend and this summer!
Preparations for In-Person Worship
Posted in From the Pastor | By Shades Staff | Posted on Thu Jun 18, 2020
This week, Pastor Danny reminds us of our preview worship service next Wednesday night and outlines some of the measures we're taking to ensure a safe worship environment and the best worship experience.
Take a look at this week's update!