Six Great Ends of the Church - III. The Maintenance of Divine Worship - Dr. Matt Brown's Sermon - Psalm 29 and Hebrews 12:28-29 Anthem: "Do You Believe This?"  James Biery Chancel Choir About South Mecklenburg Presbyterian Church South Mecklenburg Presbyterian Church is an inclusive, vibrant faith community located in the Ballantyne neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. We seek to worship, grow and serve with intention as disciples of Jesus Christ and strive to be a place where all are welcomed and made to feel at home. We are members of the Presbyterian Church (USA) and affirm the LGBTQIA+ community. We are led by our Pastor Dr. Matt Brown, Associate Pastor Rev. Lindsey Odom, and Parish Associate Melissa White. Join us for worship every Sunday at 10:10 a.m. in the sanctuary or via livestream at smpchome.org. 8601 Bryant Farms RoadCharlotte, NC 28277 Follow us on facebook: @southmecklenburgpresbyterian and instagram: @southmeckpres

Six Great Ends of the Church - 2) sheltering, nurturing, and providing fellowship for God's children - Dr. Matt Brown’s Sermon from Sunday, October 26, 2025 - Matthew 19:13-15; Hebrews 10:23-25, Luke 24:28-35 Anthem "Sing Community, Sing Peace" Mark Hayes Chancel Choir; Blythe Kinsey, piano About South Mecklenburg Presbyterian Church South Mecklenburg Presbyterian Church is an inclusive, vibrant faith community located in the Ballantyne neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. We seek to worship, grow and serve with intention as disciples of Jesus Christ and strive to be a place where all are welcomed and made to feel at home. We are members of the Presbyterian Church (USA) and affirm the LGBTQIA+ community. We are led by our Pastor Dr. Matt Brown, Associate Pastor Rev. Lindsey Odom, and Parish Associate Melissa White. Join us for worship every Sunday at 10:10 a.m. in the sanctuary or via livestream at smpchome.org. 8601 Bryant Farms RoadCharlotte, NC 28277 Follow us on facebook: @southmecklenburgpresbyterian and instagram: @southmeckpres

“Persistent Faith, Public Witness” - Rev. Lindsey Odom’s Sermon from Sunday, October 19, 2025 - Psalm 119: 97-104 and Luke 18:1-8 Anthem - Beloved, Let Us Love One Another - Pepper Choplin Chancel Choir; Ann Carney, piano About South Mecklenburg Presbyterian Church South Mecklenburg Presbyterian Church is an inclusive, vibrant faith community located in the Ballantyne neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. We seek to worship, grow and serve with intention as disciples of Jesus Christ and strive to be a place where all are welcomed and made to feel at home. We are members of the Presbyterian Church (USA) and affirm the LGBTQIA+ community. We are led by our Pastor Dr. Matt Brown, Associate Pastor Rev. Lindsey Odom, and Parish Associate Melissa White. Join us for worship every Sunday at 10:10 a.m. in the sanctuary or via livestream at smpchome.org. 8601 Bryant Farms RoadCharlotte, NC 28277 Follow us on facebook: @southmecklenburgpresbyterian and instagram: @southmeckpres

I. The proclamation of the gospel for the salvation of humankind - Dr. Matt Brown's Sermon from Sunday, October 12, 2025 - Isaiah 40:7-9 and Luke 4:40 This will be the first sermon in a new sermon series highlighting The Six Great Ends of the Church comprised of six mission statements that define the life and work of the Presbyterian Church (USA).  Anthem - Be My Church - Lantz III - Chancel Choir; Mark Janney, tenor; Ann Carney, piano About South Mecklenburg Presbyterian Church South Mecklenburg Presbyterian Church is an inclusive, vibrant faith community located in the Ballantyne neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. We seek to worship, grow and serve with intention as disciples of Jesus Christ and strive to be a place where all are welcomed and made to feel at home. We are members of the Presbyterian Church (USA) and affirm the LGBTQIA+ community.   We are led by our Pastor Dr. Matt Brown, Associate Pastor Rev. Lindsey Odom, and Parish Associate Melissa White. Join us for worship every Sunday at 10:10 a.m. in the sanctuary or via livestream at smpchome.org. 8601 Bryant Farms RoadCharlotte, NC 28277 Follow us on facebook: @southmecklenburgpresbyterian and instagram: @southmeckpres

“Faith Feeds the Journey” - Rev. Lindsey Odom’s Sermon from Sunday, October 5, 2025 - Lamentations 3:19-26 and Luke 17:5-10 Anthem  - Let Us Talents and Tongues Employ - arr. Robert Hobby Chancel Choir; Charles Smith, steel drum; William Rose, congas; Jordan Booker, claves; Laura Black, maracas; Gayle Ireland, tambourine About South Mecklenburg Presbyterian Church South Mecklenburg Presbyterian Church is an inclusive, vibrant faith community located in the Ballantyne neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. We seek to worship, grow and serve with intention as disciples of Jesus Christ and strive to be a place where all are welcomed and made to feel at home. We are members of the Presbyterian Church (USA) and affirm the LGBTQIA+ community. We are led by our Pastor Dr. Matt Brown, Associate Pastor Rev. Lindsey Odom, and Parish Associate Melissa White. Join us for worship every Sunday at 10:10 a.m. in the sanctuary or via livestream at smpchome.org. 8601 Bryant Farms RoadCharlotte, NC 28277 Follow us on facebook: @southmecklenburgpresbyterian and instagram: @southmeckpres

“The Balance” - Dr. Matt Brown’s Sermon from Sunday, September 28, 2025 - Luke 16:19-31 and Amos 8:4-8 With Pastor Actionnel Fleurisma, OFCB Ministries Anthem - God Is Our Refuge - Allen Pote Chancel Choir; Kyle Gavagan, trumpet About South Mecklenburg Presbyterian Church South Mecklenburg Presbyterian Church is an inclusive, vibrant faith community located in the Ballantyne neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. We seek to worship, grow and serve with intention as disciples of Jesus Christ and strive to be a place where all are welcomed and made to feel at home. We are members of the Presbyterian Church (USA) and affirm the LGBTQIA+ community. We are led by our Pastor Dr. Matt Brown, Associate Pastor Rev. Lindsey Odom, and Parish Associate Melissa White. Join us for worship every Sunday at 10:10 a.m. in the sanctuary or via livestream at smpchome.org. 8601 Bryant Farms RoadCharlotte, NC 28277 Follow us on facebook: @southmecklenburgpresbyterian and instagram: @southmeckpres

“the life that really is life” - Dr. Matt Brown’s Sermon from Sunday, September 21, 2025 - Psalm 146 and 1 Timothy 6:6-19 Anthem -  Behold, A Day Is Coming - Patti Drennan Chancel Choir; Ann Carney, piano About South Mecklenburg Presbyterian Church South Mecklenburg Presbyterian Church is an affirming, inclusive, vibrant faith community located in the Ballantyne neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. We seek to worship, grow and serve with intention as disciples of Jesus Christ and strive to be a place where ALL are welcomed and made to feel at home. We are members of the Presbyterian Church (USA).    We are led by our Pastor Dr. Matt Brown, Associate Pastor Rev. Lindsey Odom, and Parish Associate Melissa White. Join us for worship every Sunday at 10:10 a.m. in the sanctuary or via livestream at smpchome.org. 8601 Bryant Farms RoadCharlotte, NC 28277 Follow us on facebook: @southmecklenburgpresbyterian and instagram: @southmeckpres

"Ninety-nine Righteous?" - Dr. Matt Brown's Sermon from Sunday, September 14, 2025 - Psalm 51:1-10 and Luke 15:1-10 Anthem - Bow Down Low - arr. David Bridges Chancel Choir About South Mecklenburg Presbyterian Church South Mecklenburg Presbyterian Church is an affirming, inclusive, vibrant faith community located in the Ballantyne neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. We seek to worship, grow and serve with intention as disciples of Jesus Christ and strive to be a place where ALL are welcomed and made to feel at home. We are members of the Presbyterian Church (USA).  We are led by our Pastor Dr. Matt Brown, Associate Pastor Rev. Lindsey Odom, and Parish Associate Melissa White. Join us for worship every Sunday at 10:10 a.m. in the sanctuary or via livestream at smpchome.org. 8601 Bryant Farms RoadCharlotte, NC 28277 Follow us on facebook: @southmecklenburgpresbyterian and instagram: @southmeckpres

“A Love/Hate Relationship” - Dr. Matt Brown’s Sermon from Sunday, September 7, 2025 - Deuteronomy 30:15-20 and Luke 14:25:33 Anthem - I'm Gonna Live So God Can Use Me arr. David Kidwell Chancel Choir; Blythe Kinsey, piano About South Mecklenburg Presbyterian Church South Mecklenburg Presbyterian Church is an affirming, inclusive, vibrant faith community located in the Ballantyne neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. We seek to worship, grow and serve with intention as disciples of Jesus Christ and strive to be a place where ALL are welcomed and made to feel at home. We are members of the Presbyterian Church (USA).  We are led by our Pastor Dr. Matt Brown, Associate Pastor Rev. Lindsey Odom, and Parish Associate Melissa White. Join us for worship every Sunday at 10:10 a.m. in the sanctuary or via livestream at smpchome.org. 8601 Bryant Farms RoadCharlotte, NC 28277 Follow us on facebook: @southmecklenburgpresbyterian and instagram: @southmeckpres

"The Guest List of God” - Rev. Lindsey Odom’s Sermon from Sunday, August 31, 2025 - Psalm 112 and Luke 14: 1, 7-14 Anthem - “Grace” - Carolyn Hamlin - Chancel Choir; Ann Carney, piano About South Mecklenburg Presbyterian Church South Mecklenburg Presbyterian Church is an affirming, inclusive, vibrant faith community located in the Ballantyne neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. We seek to worship, grow and serve with intention as disciples of Jesus Christ and strive to be a place where ALL are welcomed and made to feel at home. We are members of the Presbyterian Church (USA).  We are led by our Pastor Dr. Matt Brown, Associate Pastor Rev. Lindsey Odom, and Parish Associate Melissa White. Join us for worship every Sunday at 10:10 a.m. in the sanctuary or via livestream at smpchome.org. 8601 Bryant Farms RoadCharlotte, NC 28277 Follow us on facebook: @southmecklenburgpresbyterian and instagram: @southmeckpres

  Anthem: "For All Who Craft Their Words with Skill" - Chancel Choir; Blythe Kinsey, piano About South Mecklenburg Presbyterian Church South Mecklenburg Presbyterian Church is an affirming, inclusive, vibrant faith community located in the Ballantyne neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. We seek to worship, grow and serve with intention as disciples of Jesus Christ and strive to be a place where ALL are welcomed and made to feel at home. We are members of the Presbyterian Church (USA).  We are led by our Pastor Dr. Matt Brown, Associate Pastor Rev. Lindsey Odom, and Parish Associate Melissa White. Join us for worship every Sunday at 10:10 a.m. in the sanctuary or via livestream at smpchome.org. 8601 Bryant Farms RoadCharlotte, NC 28277 Follow us on facebook: @southmecklenburgpresbyterian and instagram: @southmeckpres

"Cloud of Witnesses" - Dr. Matt Brown's Sermon from Sunday, August 17, 2025 - Psalm 71:17-21 and Hebrews 11:29-12:3 About South Mecklenburg Presbyterian Church South Mecklenburg Presbyterian Church is an inclusive, vibrant faith community located in the Ballantyne neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. We seek to worship, grow and serve with intention as disciples of Jesus Christ and strive to be a place where all are welcomed and made to feel at home. We are members of the Presbyterian Church (USA).  We are led by our pastor, Dr. Matt Brown, and associate pastor, Rev. Lindsey Odom. Join us for worship every Sunday at 10:10 a.m. in the sanctuary or via livestream at smpchome.org. 8601 Bryant Farms RoadCharlotte, NC 28277 Follow us on facebook: @southmecklenburgpresbyterian and instagram: @southmeckpres

"Visionary of the Invisible" - Dr. Matt Brown's Sermon from Sunday, August 10, 2025 - Genesis 12:1-4, Habakkuk 2:3-4, Hebrews 11:1-3, 8-16  About South Mecklenburg Presbyterian Church South Mecklenburg Presbyterian Church is an inclusive, vibrant faith community located in the Ballantyne neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. We seek to worship, grow and serve with intention as disciples of Jesus Christ and strive to be a place where all are welcomed and made to feel at home. We are members of the Presbyterian Church (USA).  We are led by our pastor, Dr. Matt Brown, and associate pastor, Rev. Lindsey Odom. Join us for worship every Sunday at 10:10 a.m. in the sanctuary or via livestream at smpchome.org. 8601 Bryant Farms RoadCharlotte, NC 28277 Follow us on facebook: @southmecklenburgpresbyterian and instagram: @southmeckpres

“Will and Anxiety” - Dr. Matt Brown’s Sermon from Sunday, August 3, 2025 - Psalm 49:12-20 and Luke 12:13-21 About South Mecklenburg Presbyterian Church South Mecklenburg Presbyterian Church is an inclusive, vibrant faith community located in the Ballantyne neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. We seek to worship, grow and serve with intention as disciples of Jesus Christ and strive to be a place where all are welcomed and made to feel at home. We are members of the Presbyterian Church (USA).  We are led by our pastor, Dr. Matt Brown, and associate pastor, Rev. Lindsey Odom. Join us for worship every Sunday at 10:10 a.m. in the sanctuary or via livestream at smpchome.org. 8601 Bryant Farms RoadCharlotte, NC 28277 Follow us on facebook: @southmecklenburgpresbyterian and instagram: @southmeckpres

“Find Your People, Find Your Light” - Rev. Lindsey Odom’s Sermon from Sunday, July 27, 2025 - Psalm 119:105-112 and Matthew 5:14-16 About South Mecklenburg Presbyterian Church South Mecklenburg Presbyterian Church is an inclusive, vibrant faith community located in the Ballantyne neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. We seek to worship, grow and serve with intention as disciples of Jesus Christ and strive to be a place where all are welcomed and made to feel at home. We are members of the Presbyterian Church (USA).  We are led by our pastor, Dr. Matt Brown, and associate pastor, Rev. Lindsey Odom. Join us for worship every Sunday at 10:10 a.m. in the sanctuary or via livestream at smpchome.org. 8601 Bryant Farms RoadCharlotte, NC 28277 Follow us on facebook: @southmecklenburgpresbyterian and instagram: @southmeckpres

"Distracted" - Dr. Matt Brown’s Sermon from Sunday, July 20, 2025 - Psalm 119:103-105, Luke 10:38-42 About South Mecklenburg Presbyterian Church South Mecklenburg Presbyterian Church is an inclusive, vibrant faith community located in the Ballantyne neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. We seek to worship, grow and serve with intention as disciples of Jesus Christ and strive to be a place where all are welcomed and made to feel at home. We are members of the Presbyterian Church (USA).  We are led by our pastor, Dr. Matt Brown, and associate pastor, Rev. Lindsey Odom. Join us for worship every Sunday at 10:10 a.m. in the sanctuary or via livestream at smpchome.org. 8601 Bryant Farms RoadCharlotte, NC 28277 Follow us on facebook: @southmecklenburgpresbyterian and instagram: @southmeckpres  

"Samaritan Bazinga" - Dr. Matt Brown’s Sermon from Sunday, July 13, 2025 - Isaiah 58:6-10, Luke 10:25-37 About South Mecklenburg Presbyterian Church South Mecklenburg Presbyterian Church is an inclusive, vibrant faith community located in the Ballantyne neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. We seek to worship, grow and serve with intention as disciples of Jesus Christ and strive to be a place where all are welcomed and made to feel at home. We are members of the Presbyterian Church (USA).  We are led by our pastor, Dr. Matt Brown, and associate pastor, Rev. Lindsey Odom. Join us for worship every Sunday at 10:10 a.m. in the sanctuary or via livestream at smpchome.org. 8601 Bryant Farms RoadCharlotte, NC 28277 Follow us on facebook: @southmecklenburgpresbyterian and instagram: @southmeckpres

“Liaisons of Peace” - Dr. Matt Brown’s Sermon from Sunday, July 6, 2025 - Psalm 66:5-9, 16-20 and Luke 10:1-11, 16-2 About South Mecklenburg Presbyterian Church South Mecklenburg Presbyterian Church is an inclusive, vibrant faith community located in the Ballantyne neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. We seek to worship, grow and serve with intention as disciples of Jesus Christ and strive to be a place where all are welcomed and made to feel at home. We are members of the Presbyterian Church (USA).  We are led by our pastor, Dr. Matt Brown, and associate pastor, Rev. Lindsey Odom. Join us for worship every Sunday at 10:10 a.m. in the sanctuary or via livestream at smpchome.org. 8601 Bryant Farms RoadCharlotte, NC 28277 Follow us on facebook: @southmecklenburgpresbyterian and instagram: @southmeckpres

“The Cost of the Journey” - Rev. Lindsey Odom’s Sermon from Sunday, June 29, 2025 - Psalm 77:1-2, 11-20 and Luke 9:51-62 About South Mecklenburg Presbyterian Church South Mecklenburg Presbyterian Church is an inclusive, vibrant faith community located in the Ballantyne neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. We seek to worship, grow and serve with intention as disciples of Jesus Christ and strive to be a place where all are welcomed and made to feel at home. We are members of the Presbyterian Church (USA).  We are led by our pastor, Dr. Matt Brown, and associate pastor, Rev. Lindsey Odom. Join us for worship every Sunday at 10:10 a.m. in the sanctuary or via livestream at smpchome.org. 8601 Bryant Farms RoadCharlotte, NC 28277 Follow us on facebook: @southmecklenburgpresbyterian and instagram: @southmeckpres

“From What and For What?” - Dr. Matt Brown’s Sermon from Sunday, June 22, 2025 - Psalm 2:1-8 and Acts 16:16-34 About South Mecklenburg Presbyterian Church South Mecklenburg Presbyterian Church is an inclusive, vibrant faith community located in the Ballantyne neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. We seek to worship, grow and serve with intention as disciples of Jesus Christ and strive to be a place where all are welcomed and made to feel at home. We are members of the Presbyterian Church (USA).  We are led by our pastor, Dr. Matt Brown, and associate pastor, Rev. Lindsey Odom. Join us for worship every Sunday at 10:10 a.m. in the sanctuary or via livestream at smpchome.org. 8601 Bryant Farms RoadCharlotte, NC 28277 Follow us on facebook: @southmecklenburgpresbyterian and instagram: @southmeckpres