CHURCH FINANCES August Year-to-date

Actual Budgeted

Income: $348,108 $334,364

Expense: $291,237 $315,867

ANNIVERSARIESPaul and Judy Davis October 10

Justin and Sherri Brown October 10

Bob and Carolyn Crye October 13

LIFELONG PRIORITY &PURSUIT FOCUS

WE ARE CALLED TO PERSONAL DISCIPLESHIP

Commitment #4: Our church is committed to developing a clear and simple process of moving people from immaturity to maturity; from newly born to Christ-like.Vision #4: Every person clearly knowing and practically moving along a path to Christ-like maturity.

2281 Old Tyler Rd.Birmingham, AL 35226

205.978.6000 | www.smic.org

UPCOMING EVENTSOctober 7ACTS 2 SERVICE (Baptism/Communion)FELLOWSHIP LUNCH

October 9MOMS GROUP

October 12PRIMETIMERS

October 17NEIGHBORHOOD OUTREACH MEETING

October 31TRUNK AND TREAT

November 4JOHN 3 SERVICEGuest Speaker: Chette Williams

CONNECTING RELATIONALLY

LOVING GOD AND ONE ANOTHER BY CONNECTING IN

COMMUNITY AND ACTING LIKE FAMILY

The Revelation of the Passion and Heart of JesusA Communion Meditation

For Your Remembrance - The Heart of Our Hero

Mark 10:32-34

PASTOR HARRY F. WALLS III

ACTS 2 FELLOWSHIP LUNCH . . . TODAY . . . IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE SERVICE You are invited to join the SMIC family for lunch downstairs in the Fellowship Hall as we follow our Acts 2 Worship with a time of sharing a meal together. Hamburgers and hotdogs, provided by the church, will be served along with side items provided by members. Please plan to join us!

“MOMS” GROUP The MOMS Group (Mothers Offering Mothers Support) will meet this Tuesday, October 9th, 9:30-11:30am in the Parking Deck. Childcare is provided.

PRIMETIMERS Primetimers is a monthly gathering for all “seasoned citizens”. This Friday, October 12, SMIC missionaries Brad and Brooke Jenkins, will share how God brought surprising development of their ministry in the Dominican Republic far beyond their expectations. Enjoy special music by Phillip Wiginton. Please make reservations for a delicious lunch ($4/person) by calling the Welcome Center at 978-6000.

PRAY FOR THE NATION A 40-day prayer guide called “If My People” is available at the Welcome Center for $2.00 each. If you would like to enhance your prayer time during this pivotal time for our nation, be sure to pick one up before you leave today.

MIDDLE SCHOOL RETREAT The Middle School Winter Retreat is scheduled for January 19-21, 2013, in Destin, FL. Registration forms are available in the foyer. Space is limited. A $50 deposit will hold your spot. If you would like to make a donation toward the scholarship fund for students unable to afford the trip, please contact Connie Hartley at conniehartley@smic.org or 978-6011.

WEEKLY NEWS EMAILS If you have not been receiving our weekly email newsletter, be sure to sign up! Simply fill out the connection card that is in the bulletin, and note that you would like to receive our SMIC E-News email.

STAY CONNECTED Follow SMIC on our website (www.smic.org) as well as Facebook and Twitter for reminders and updates about what is going on at SMIC. Our Twitter name is ShadesMtnInd.

SERMONS ONLINE Weekly sermon audio and text are available at http://www.smic.org/#/sermons.

ADVENTURE OPPORTUNITY FOR TEENS AND PARENTS Outback America is a ministry that strives to be the Adventure of a Lifetime for teens and their parents. This Outback event will take place in Eutaw, AL and focuses on life purpose, goal setting, spiritual priorities and relationships with God and others. The date of the event is October 19-21 and the cost is $295 for each parent/teen pair. Scholarships are available. Contact Judi Moore if you have questions at 824-1179.

LOVE & PRAYERS Please pray for Tony Canevaro and his family in the passing of his grandmother into the presence of our Lord last Monday morning. Cards may be sent to: 1512 65th Street W, Bham 35228.

LOVE & PRAYERS Pray for the Dortch family in the death of Ronnie’s step-sister, Pam, who passed away in her sleep this week in Illinois. Cards may be sent to: 2300 Calvin Dr. Bham 35216.

SMIC SCHEDULE

* Childcare provided through 5th grade | ** Childcare provided 5:30-8:30 PM for small groups

NEW TOSMIC?

Welcome! Thank you for being our guest today. Please stop by one of the guest tables in the lobby before you leave. There you can find more information about SMIC and pick up a copy of How Good Is Good Enough by Andy Stanley. It’s our gift to you.

WEEKLY NEWS

NEWS CONTINUED ON BACK

9:30 AM BELIEVING GOD LADIES’ BIBLE STUDY* - Chapel

9:30 AM MOMS GROUP - Parking Deck

10:00 AM THE BIRDS, OUR TEACHERS LADIES’ BIBLE STUDY - Murer Home (4605 Dolly Ridge Rd., 35243)

7:00 PM COMPASS COLLEGE - Leveille Home (2028 Crest Ln., 35226)

7:00 PM YOUNG COUPLES GROUP - Sleeper Home (1585 Woodridge Pl., 35216)

9:00 AM COMMUNITY GROUPS FOR ALL AGES* - Check Welcome Center for

Groups and Locations

10:30 AM ACTS 2 WORSHIP SERVICE* - Sanctuary

12:00 PM HAMBURGER/HOTDOG LUNCH - Fellowship Hall

5:30 PM KINGDOM KIDZ - Garage

6:00 PM HIGH SCHOOL RESOLVED LIFE GROUPS - Check Welcome Center for Groups and Locations

5:00 PM FELLOWSHIP DINNER - Mustard BBQ Chicken, Fried Squash, Baby Lima

Beans, Rolls, Pineapple Marshmallow Coleslaw, Carrot Cake

6:15 PM THE LAW OF LOVE LADIES’ BIBLE STUDY* - Chapel

6:30 PM YOUTH WORSHIP/BIBLE STUDIES - Garage (Middle School)/Upper Room (High School)

6:30 PM PRAYER FELLOWSHIP AND ADULT BIBLE STUDIES* - Check Welcome Center for Groups and Locations

6:30 PM AWANA (Age 2 - 5th Grade) - Nursery Hall/FLC

10:30 AM PRIMETIMERS - Chapel

6:00 PM YOUNG ADULTS GROUP - Meeks Home (1706 Faircrest Dr., 35023)

6:30 PM HE SPEAKS TO ME LADIES’ BIBLE STUDY - Timothy Home (2208 Travis Dr.,

35226)

TUESDAY October 9

WEDNESDAY October 10

SUNDAY October 7

THURSDAY October 11

FRIDAY October 12