April 18, 2026, 10:45AM

Enter with Praise
Julie Shurley

Welcome & Prayer
Harry Nelson

Opening Hymn
6 - O Worship the Lord

Offering Call
Emma Connors
Local Church Budget

Scripture Reading
Sarah Beachey
Colossians 3:1,2

Morning Prayer
Harry Nelson

Children's Story
Dena Guthrie

Special Music
Julia Tioseco

Morning Message
Pastor Jeremy Arnall
Missing the Forest for the Trees

Closing Hymn
290- Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus

Benediction
Pastor Jeremy Arnall

Pianist
David Gomez

Deacon on Duty this Week
Scott Cole

Deaconess on Duty (April)
Julia Dias & Therese Carrigan

Announcements

Today

Please join us for a fellowship meal after the service. Theme: Around the World

Come learn how our South Bay-Sponsored Bible Workers are reaching unreached villages in India! Hear stories of persecution, miracles, and freedom from spiritual darkness at this special missions vespers, hosted by Jesus for Asia at the church, today at 7pm. We hope you can join us!
Sunset Today: 8:15 PM
Sunset Next Friday: 8:22 PM

This Week

Transfers In - 2nd Reading
Arielle Scalioni from East Ridge SDA Church (East Ridge, TN)
Vivian Hayes from Chattanooga First SDA Church (Chattanooga, TN)
Isabella Hayes from Chattanooga First SDA Church (Chattanooga, TN)

Nominating Committee - 2nd Reading
Aysha Inankur - Co-Head Treasurer

Dinner With The Doctor: Spring has sprung and while you are planting outdoors take time to also plant better health principles in your life.  Join us Monday, April 20, at 6 pm for an excellent plant-based meal as well as a lecture on how to prevent strokes by Dr. David Bowers.  And don’t forget to invite a friend!

Pathfinders & Adventurers will have a meeting this Tuesday at 6PM.

Midweek Connection meets on Tuesdays at 6:30PM in the church. Phil Mills will continue his series on the book of Genesis.

From May 1–3, Cohutta Springs will host a Reach Your Neighbor retreat featuring Richie Halversen and Eric Flickinger, focused on outreach and evangelism. The South Bay Church will sponsor three individuals who are interested in attending. If you would like to attend, please reach out to Royce Snyman at 517-331-1419.

Righteousness by Faith – May 2 at 7 PM at South Bay.

How does religious liberty connect to the everlasting gospel? Join us as Andrew Bikichky explores this important topic and shares how we can be prepared for the final events.


VBS registration is now open! Monday June 8 - Friday June 13; 5:00-8:00 (meal at 5 pm)
Participant registration: https://forms.gle/jt9YEtM3HURgDr4V6
Helper registration: https://forms.gle/ma1CNtiuJ486BmT99
Everyone who is helping or participating must register.
We also need some supplies:
Christmas trees (will be returned at the end of VBS)
Hiking backpacks (will be returned at the end of VBS)
Large decorative rocks (will be returned at the end of VBS)
If you are willing to loan any of these materials, please contact Julissa Gutierrez (julissamfdz@gmail.com).

GCC Marriage Retreat: Registration is open for the GCC Marriage Retreat at Cohutta Springs, September 25-27, 2026. The speakers are Elder William and Joyce Smith. To register, please visit https://events.gccsda.com/marriageretreat26.

We value your feedback! Feel free to share any comments or suggestions about our church by adding a Feedback Card to the box, located on the table in the foyer.

South Bay Texting Service: We are launching a free texting service to keep you updated with announcements and news. It is easy to join!
1. Save our number: Add (833) 365-3035 to your contacts (e.g. “South Bay Updates” or “South Bay Church”).
2. Text to subscribe:
Members: Text JOIN to 833-365-3035 for member updates
Guests: Text GUEST to 833-365-3035 for guest updates

If you have an announcement for next week’s bulletin, please email info@southbaysda.org by Wednesday.

Keep up with what is happening at South Bay!  Sign up for the Pastor’s weekly South Bay Relay Newsletter by tapping on the link below.  After submitting your name and email, simply check your email to confirm the registration and you will begin receiving the newsletter each week! South Bay Relay Newsletter Sign-up

We are so happy you could join us in worship at South Bay!  Help other’s find our church by leaving a review on Google Reviews.  Your review can make a difference!

Further Out

ZAMBIA MISSION TRIP (Aug 5-17, 2026)   Here is the website for the trip with helpful information on the projects we will be doing in Zambia along with an FAQ section and a place to sign up. Deposits should have been made by October 1 but there has been grace extended.  Please confirm your spot by visiting the website and registering and placing your $250 deposit. We have around 40 registered but still several have not made their deposit so please do so now.  Also, we could still use a few more doctors if possible.  

UPCOMING EVENTS | Mark Your Calendars
  • April 17-19 South Bay Women’s Retreat
  • April 18 - Morning Message - Pastor Jeremy Arnall
  • April 18 - Pathfinder Bible Experience NAD
  • April 18 - Fellowship Meal - Theme: Around the World
  • April 18 - Jesus for Asia Vespers 7PM
  • April 20 - Depression & Anxiety Recovery Program 6PM
  • April 20 - Dinner with the Doctor 6PM
  • April 21 - Adventurers/Pathfinders 6PM
  • April 21 - Midweek Connection - Pastor Manns (Vol. 9) 6:30PM
  • April 22 - Church Deep Cleaning - 9AM
  • April 25 - Day of Prayer & Fasting
  • April 25 - Morning Message - Pastor Jeremy Arnall
  • April 25 - Nursing Home Ministry 3PM
  • April 25 - Adventurers’ Vespers Investiture Service 5PM




Prayer

United in Prayer | Every Sabbath, 8:50AM - 9:20AM
If you would like to request prayer for a specific person or issue, you can send your prayer requests to southbaysda.org/pray.

Prayer After Divine Service
Join us in front of the platform for a short time of prayer right after the divine service to reflect on the sermon.

Morning Prayer Line | Every Weekday, 5:30AM-6AM & 7:30AM-8AM
Join us via ZOOM for prayer. You can access the link on our website.

Youth Prayer Line | Every Weekday, 6:46AM
A prayer line is led by young people but is open to anyone. Join via ZOOM by clicking the link on our website.

Offering Report

Yearly Budget Goal 

$238,176

Monthly Budget Goal

$19,848

Church Budget Received in March 

$890.01