Bible Trivia (difficult edition)

How many braids did Samson have in his hair?

Look below for the answer.

Upcoming Events at Southern Heights

These are highlights only. CLICK HERE to see the calendar for a full listing.

September 6 – Guest Preacher – Jose Macias

September 8 – Staff Meeting

September 13 – Kickoff
– 9am: Ed Hour – Mid/High School and Adults
– 10:30 – Worship Gathering
– 11:45 – Church Picture

September 16 – Wednesday Kickoff
– 5:15pm – Pizza
– 6 to 7:30pm – Men, Women, Gems, Cadets

September 19 – Shenanigans – Bean Bag Baseball and cookout

September 27 – Sunday FUNday – block party – 11:30a-1:30p

Join Katrina for Prayer

“I am planning to spend 30-60 minutes in prayer in the Student Room on Sundays in August praying for the students.  I would love others to join, including the students.”

Sundays in August.  Noon to 1pm in the Student Room.

KICKOFF SUNDAY – September 13

Education Hour Kickoff

Starting Sunday, September 13 from 9am to 10am we will have our Education Hour for Middle School, High School and Adults.

Middle School and High School will start in the Student Room and will have a lesson specifically geared for them.

The Adult Class will meet in the Conference Room and will start a new series about Second Thessalonians by Ben Stuart from “RightNow Media”.  Here is a description.

A Steady Faith in Shaky Times
Life can feel uncertain and overwhelming, especially when we’re faced with confusing messages and difficult circumstances. In this six-session series, pastor Ben Stuart will help us stand firm under pressure, trust in God’s sovereignty, and keep working faithfully. As we hold on to hope and live with purpose, we will learn to endure with confidence no matter what comes our way.

Church Picture

After worship on Kickoff Sunday – September 13 – Join us for a church family picture out on the front lawn.  We want everyone to be there – even if it’s your first time.

1st & 3rd Wednesdays – Starting Sep 16

Starting Wednesday, September 16 we will have our “1st & 3rd Wednesday Ministries”.  Join us at 5:15 for a light pizza supper with chips and cookies.  Then from 6 to 7:30pm we offer Gems and Cadets for 1st to 5th grade girls and boys.  Men’s and Women’s Ministries meet from 6 to 7:30 also.  A fun night of ministry for all.

Dine with Nine – Continues this fall

At kickoff we will start another round of “Dine with Nine”.  If you have done this before you are already “in”.  If you have not done this before, you will fill out a card with some contact info and then the leaders will put everyone into groups of 9(ish) people.  A leader will be assigned.  The leader will call their group and set up a time to have a meal together.  This is a great way to get to know people at Southern Heights.  Every time we do another round, you will have a meal with different people.  So sign up for this next round and enjoy a nice time.

Bean Bag Baseball – Sept 19

Shenanigans are at it again with another “Bean Bag Baseball” event.  This was so well received last year we’re doing it again.  Join us on Saturday, September 19 at 5pm for a cookout and game.  The game is like “Cornhole” but is mixed with some rules of baseball.  All ages and skill levels will enjoy this game.  Come and have fun and bring a friend.

Sunday FUNday – Sept 27

Sunday, September 27 from 11:30am to 1:30pm will be our annual “SUNDAY FUNDAY” church and neighborhood block party.  We will have multiple bounce houses, hot dogs and hamburgers, cold snacks, yard games, music, kids activities and much more.  It is all free.  Invite your friends and neighbors.  We will be inviting our church neighbors as well.  It is a great way to meet new friends.

A Good Scripture to Memorize

Have a Praise or Prayer Request?

Click on this prayer prompter image or email deborahbos2@gmail.com and your prayer or praise will be included in our weekly Prayer Prompter, which is received and prayed over by many in our Southern Heights family. Tell us if your request is confidential and it will only be shared with elders and staff, who will confidentially pray for you.

Your Offerings to God

as of August 23, 2026

* Note * – To avoid confusion, the elders will hold annual gifts in reserve and release 1/52 of them weekly.

If you have questions about your giving, want a copy of your statement, or for a reminder of what your First Fruits estimate is, please email our Treasurer, Jeff Baas at jmbaas1@gmail.com.

Free & Confidential Counseling is Available

If you feel the need to talk to a professional counselor, we have a confidential Church Assistance Program (CAP) with Pine Rest Mental Health Services. To get started – or for more info – call 616.455.6210 or 800.442.0809 and mention our Southern Heights CAP membership when you do.

Answer to Bible Trivia (difficult edition)

Seven. (Judges 16:19)