Circle Up for Kids, Youth & Families

Sun, Feb. 16 | 5-7 p.m.

Circle Up is a comprehensive ministry curriculum for kids, youth & parents. In addition to age-appropriate programming for children and students, a dedicated parent group will also meet during this time. Circle Up meets the every 1st and 3rd Sunday from 5–7p.m. which includes a snack supper.

The Kids' Club Valentine's FriYAY

Fri, Feb. 14 | 5:30–9 p.m. | Cost: $15/child | Ages 0–5th grade

Get ready for a fun-filled evening for kids that includes a meal, a Bible story, games, and crafts while parents can enjoy some time together! Space is limited!

RSVP: By Wed, Feb. 12.

New Study: The Butterfly Effect: Making Your Life Matter for Christ

Wed, Feb. 12 | Supper at 5 p.m. | Study at 6 p.m. | Meal Cost: $10/adult; $5/child

Ever wonder if things you do affect the Kingdom of God? Even the seemingly small things matter! Join the Discipleship Council as we talk about the “Butterfly Effect” and learn how individuals in scripture, our personal lives and history have made seemingly small decisions and actions that have eternal effect for the Kingdom of God.

Topic: Introduction and Scriptural Examples led by Karen Harwell

Menu: Curry chicken, jasmine rice, mixed vegetables, salad and desserts

RSVP: By Mon, Feb. 10.

Prime Timers' Valentine's Lunch

Tues, Feb. 11 | Group Project: 11:30 a.m. | Lunch: Noon | Fellowship Hall | Cost: $10

Join us as we celebrate love and enjoy big band classics from the Whitefield Academy Jazz Band. Come early at 11:30 a.m. to participate in a Valentine's card project for our homebound members and friends. Lunch will be served at noon with program to follow. On the menu: Baked manicotti, roasted asparagus, garlic bread, salad, sorbet & cookies. RSVP by Feb 6 to Vicki McCaskey: 404.591.4344 | vmccaskey@spdl.org.

Young Adult February Dinner

Tues, Feb. 4 | 7:15 p.m. | Muchacho Restaurant | Cost: Your own meal

Young adults, our February dinner will be at Muchacho restaurant (904 Memorial Dr. SE). RSVP by Sun, Feb. 2. Hope to see you there!

Prime Timers' Cocoa and Cookie Bar

Tue, Feb. 4 | 2–4pm | Fellowship Hall

Join us as we chase away the cold of winter with a cocoa and cookie bar. We'll enjoy hot chocolate with lots of fun toppings and homemade cookies. Board games and bingo will be available. A donation of $1–2 to cover expenses is suggested. No RSVP necessary.

Mobile Food Pantry

Sat, Feb. 1 | Volunteer Hours: 12–4 p.m. | Pantry Hours: 1:30–3:30 p.m.

In partnership with the Atlanta Food Bank and Toco Hills Community Alliance, we're hosting a mobile food bank for the Buckhead area. Folks in need are welcome to pick up FREE and FRESH produce without registration or documentation. Come by car or on foot; ALL ARE WELCOME! We need around 25 volunteers to help make this much-needed opportunity a success for our community. Please reach out to Allie (aosborne@spdl.org) if you're available.

Reckless Love Book Study

Wednesdays: January 15, 22 & 29 | 6 p.m. | Fellowship Hall

While many hope to learn to be better family, friends, leaders and neighbors by finding a deeper relationship with God, what if becoming a better neighbor leads you to that deeper love of God? How did Jesus teach the Greatest Commandment to His disciples? In his book, “Reckless Love,” author Tom Berlin, through his exploration of Jesus’ teaching and travels with His disciples, suggests that Jesus teaches us how to love God with heart, soul, mind and strength by showing us how to love our neighbor.

Borrow a book from Allie (limited copies) or purchase one of your own.

Church in Conference

Sun, Jan. 26 | After Worship | Fellowship Hall | Boxed Lunch: $10

Immediately after worship, we'll hold our first Church in Conference of 2025. Come get updates about finances, our membership rolls project and the pastor search process as well as ministry reports from our various councils and staff. Boxed lunches (a choice of either ham/turkey sandwiches with assorted chips) will be available. RSVP by Wed, Jan. 22.

Reckless Love Book Study

Wednesdays: January 15, 22 & 29 | 6 p.m. | Fellowship Hall

While many hope to learn to be better family, friends, leaders and neighbors by finding a deeper relationship with God, what if becoming a better neighbor leads you to that deeper love of God? How did Jesus teach the Greatest Commandment to His disciples? In his book, “Reckless Love,” author Tom Berlin, through his exploration of Jesus’ teaching and travels with His disciples, suggests that Jesus teaches us how to love God with heart, soul, mind and strength by showing us how to love our neighbor.

Borrow a book from Allie (limited copies) or purchase one of your own.

Prime Timers' Cocoa and Cookie Bar

Tue, Jan. 21 | 2–4pm | Fellowship Hall

Join us as we chase away the cold of winter with a cocoa, coffee and cookie bar. We'll enjoy hot chocolate with lots of fun toppings and homemade cookies. Board games and bingo will be available. A donation of $1–2 to cover expenses is suggested. No RSVP necessary.

Questions? Contact Karen Harwell at kharwell@spdl.org or 404.591.4357.

New in Family Ministry: Circle Up

1st & 3rd Sunday Nights | 5–7 p.m. | Includes Snack Supper | For Kids, Youth & Parents

Exciting things are happening in SPdL family ministries! Introducing Circle Up: A comprehensive ministry curriculum for kids, youth & parents. In addition to age-appropriate programming for children and students, a dedicated parent group will also meet during this time. Circle Up will replace the weekly Wednesday night gatherings and instead, meet every 1st and 3rd Sunday from 5–7p.m. (includes a snack supper).

Upcoming Schedule:

• January 19

• February 2 & 16

• March 2 (March 16 will be a churchwide missions experience)

• April 6 (skip Easter)

• May 4 & 18

Reckless Love Book Study

Wednesdays: January 15, 22 & 29 | 6 p.m. | Fellowship Hall

While many hope to learn to be better family, friends, leaders and neighbors by finding a deeper relationship with God, what if becoming a better neighbor leads you to that deeper love of God? How did Jesus teach the Greatest Commandment to His disciples? In his book, “Reckless Love,” author Tom Berlin, through his exploration of Jesus’ teaching and travels with His disciples, suggests that Jesus teaches us how to love God with heart, soul, mind and strength by showing us how to love our neighbor.

Borrow a book from Allie (limited copies) or purchase one of your own.

Community Potluck Lunch

Sunday, January 12 | After Worship | Fellowship Hall

All are welcome and invited to bring a pot of soup/stew/chowder to share with your church family. We’ll have a yummy baked potato bar, too! Drop off your soups in Fellowship Hall prior to worship.

Community Night in the Fellowship Hall

Wed, Jan. 8 | Supper at 5 p.m. | Activities at 6 p.m. | Meal Cost: $10/adult; $5/child

Don't miss our first Wednesday night back after the holiday break! We'll eat comfort food and have a fun evening together.

Menu: Pot roast, mashed potatoes, veggies, salad and desserts

RSVP: By Noon, Mon, Jan, 6

Young Adult January Dinner

Tues, Jan. 7 | 7:15 p.m. | Taqueria del Sol (Cheshire Bridge location) | Cost: Your Own Meal

Life has been busy, so let's catch up over dinner at Taqueria del Sol. Meet at SPdL at 7 p.m. if you want to carpool. If you're driving straight to the restaurant, we'll see you there at 7:15 p.m. RSVP by Sun, Jan. 5, to Jonathan (jhall@spdl.org).

Family Ministry Welcome Back Breakfast

Sun, Jan. 5 | During Sunday School

Welcome back kids, youth and families! Join us for breakfast Sunday, January 5, during Sunday School. Add this event to your calendar and see Allie (aosborne@spdl.org) or Jonathan (jhall@spdl.org) for details.

Polar Opposite Peachtree

Sat, Jan. 4 | 8-10 a.m. | SPdL Front Lawn

Join us Saturday, January 4, to cheer on the runners of the Atlanta Track Club’s first-ever winter race! Polar Opposites offers participants a new way to experience the iconic Peachtree course−in reverse. Hot chocolate and coffee provided. Bring your own chair or sit on the bleachers!

Candlelight Christmas Eve Service

Tues, Dec. 24 | 6 p.m. | Sanctuary

Everyone is invited to spend Christmas Eve at Second-Ponce! Our candlelight service is a much-loved community tradition filled with music, Scripture and prayer all ending in the warm, quiet glow of flickering flames. We'll also share in the Lord's Supper together. Invite your family and friends!

Churchwide Q&A Session

Sun, Dec. 15 | After Worship | Until 1 p.m. | Fellowship Hall

Everyone is encouraged to stay after worship for a Q&A session regarding the Deacon initiative to update the membership rolls. You may remember this project being a topic of discussion at our October Church in Conference. Don't miss the opportunity to learn more about the why and how behind this initiative.

Kids’ Club Christmas Pajama Party

Sat, Dec. 14 | 5:30-9 p.m. | Cost $15 per child

The Kids' Club Christmas Pajama Party will be a fun night for children aged 0-5th grade. get ready for friends, pizza, snacks, music, games, crafts, a Bible story and a movie. And don't forget to wear your pajamas! RSVP by Wednesday, December 11.

Young Adult Christmas Party

Fri, Dec. 13 | 7-9 p.m. | Location will be shared upon RSVP

Entrée and drinks provided, so bring a side dish or dessert to share! White elephant gift exchange limit: $25. RSVP by Sun, Dec. 8.

Women’s Christmas Fellowship

Thurs, Dec. 12 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Betsy Perkins’ Home

Come spread some cheer at the SPdL Women's Christmas Fellowship! Bring a festive appetizer or dessert to share. Address will be sent to those who sign up. RSVP today, and invite your friends!

Community Night: Cookies & Carols

Wed, Dec. 11 | Supper at 5 p.m. | Program at 6 p.m. | Supper Cost: $10/adult; $5/child Fellowship Hall

Bring your sweet tooth and singing voice and join us for Fellowship Supper followed by Cookies and Carols. You don’t want to miss this festive community night!

Menu: Stuffed chicken breast (spinach and cheese) with yellow rice, mixed vegetables, salad and dessert

RSVP: By Noon, Mon, Dec. 9.

Prime Timers’ Christmas Celebration Tues, Dec. 10 | Free tour of the Governor's Mansion: 10 a.m. | Meet at SPdL
Lunch in the Fellowship Hall: Noon | Lunch Cost: $12

Join us for our annual Prime Timer's Christmas Celebration. This year, we have added an optional tour of the holiday decorations at the GA Governor's Mansion. Then, we will gather at Noon in the Fellowship Hall for a festive and yummy holiday luncheon and brief program.

Menu: Rosemary roasted chicken breast with garlic roasted asparagus, roasted potatoes, poached pear salad, rolls and Christmas cranberry cake

RSVP: Contact Vicki McCaskey in the church office at vmccaskey@spdl.org or 404.591.4344. Indicate whether you are attending the luncheon only, the tour only or both. Please leave an email and best phone number with Vicki when you sign up.

Service of Lessons and Carols & Reception

2024 Christmas Cantata | Sun, Dec. 8 | 11 a.m.| Sanctuary | Reception to Follow

The SPdL Music Ministry will be offering a Service of Lessons and Carols. The Sanctuary Choir, orchestra, Kid’s Club, handbells and congregational carol singing will all be a part of this experience of worship, where music of the Christmas season alternates with Scripture passages focusing on the prophecy and fulfillment of Christ’s coming to this world.Come and remember our Savior’s birth with us, in music and the spoken Word!