🌟 MARCH THEME: WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH 🌟
Bible Study: The Julia E. Smith Bible

Sunday, March 2, 2025

Join us as we explore the groundbreaking work of Julia E. Smith, the first woman to translate the entire Bible into English—a feat she completed in the 19th century without formal theological training. Unlike other translations of her time, Smith’s work was a literal, word-for-word rendering of the original Hebrew and Greek texts, offering a unique perspective free from doctrinal bias. Together, we’ll examine her translation choices, their impact, and what they reveal about both the biblical text and the role of women in theology. Don’t miss this deep dive into history, language, and faith! 🙌

Congregational Meeting: Important Update on Sale of Our Church Property

Members, please attend the special congregational meeting immediately following Bible Study as we discuss whether to sell our church building and select Other Lands as our temporary location. The Board of Elders has proposed moving forward with the sale of our church building. We have selected Chuck Langston as the potential listing agent, and this meeting will be an opportunity to hear directly from him about the process, timeline, and what to expect moving forward.

This is an important moment for our community, and your voice matters! Come, listen, ask questions, and be part of this next chapter for our church.

WHY WE ARE CONSIDERING SELLING OUR BUILDING?

Our church has been actively reaching out to the community, participating in over a dozen Pride-related events each year to share our vision of a church beyond the walls. While many people are excited about this concept, we’ve found that our location in Greer has been a barrier, with interested individuals unwilling to make the drive to join us. Although we are fortunate to own our building outright, our tithes and offerings have not been sufficient to sustain the work of the church, and we cannot continue to operate at a deficit. Growth is essential for our survival. At our most recent congregational meeting, the community came together to discuss this challenge and agreed to explore relocating to a space closer to Greenville, where we believe we can better serve and grow our ministry. We will also be able to shed the expenses of an aging building.

WHY OTHER LANDS AS A TEMPORARY LOCATION?

As we transition into this next season, Other Lands offers an ideal temporary home for our community. Located close to downtown Greenville, it provides greater accessibility while keeping us connected to the heart of the city. More than just a space, Other Lands serves as a vibrant hub for the LGBTQ+ community in Upstate South Carolina, aligning with our church’s mission of radical inclusion and belonging. Gathering here allows us to be fully present in a place that already fosters affirmation, creativity, and connection, making it a natural fit for our evolving ministry. Also, Other Lands is an inexpensive option, costing us only $50 for Bible study weeks and $75 for worship services. 🌈

Dear Beloved Community,

Letting Go to Move Forward

For the past several years, we have embraced our identity as a church beyond the walls—a community rooted not in a building, but in relationships, service, and radical love. Now, we have an opportunity to fully live into that vision by selling our church property.

This decision is not just practical—it’s faithful. While our building has served us well, the reality is that our income and growth have not been sustainable in this space. The time and resources we spend maintaining a facility could be better invested in the work we are truly called to do: building community, deepening faith, and advocating for justice.

Now is also an ideal time to sell. The real estate market in Greer is thriving, offering us the chance to move forward with financial stability and renewed purpose. By letting go of the weight of property ownership, we gain the flexibility to meet people where they are, rather than expecting them to come to us. This shift allows us to focus more fully on our core ministry activities—nurturing spiritual growth, offering support to the LGBTQ+ community, and creating spaces of belonging and transformation.

That said, this is not a decision that will be made by me or the Board of Elders acting alone. We are a congregational-led church, which means that the voices, opinions, and discernment of our members are critical in this process. Every step forward will be taken together, with transparency and care. This is our church, and the future we build must reflect the collective wisdom and faith of our community.

Letting go is never easy, but this is not the end of our church. It’s a new beginning. We are not defined by walls—we are defined by the love we share, the justice we seek, and the faith we embody. This is our moment to step boldly into the future, trusting that God is leading us forward.

Blessings,

Pastor Brian

New Day continues its mission to become a "church beyond the walls" with a broad range of activities to build community and several ways to grow in your faith and spirituality over the rest of this month.

*Note the location for each event.

Upcoming Events Summary

Writing Workshop - Saturday, March 1, 2025, at Thrive Co-Working space at 102 S. Main Street, Greenville, SC. 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Sign up required.
Bible Study - Other Lands: Sunday, March 2, 2025. 10:30 a.m.
Church Congregational Meeting - Other Lands: Sunday, March 2, 2025, immediately following Bible study. We will discuss selling our building and hear from Church Langston at Langston Black, the real estate firm the Board of Elders is proposing as the agency to handle the sale.
In-Person Worship - Other Lands: Sunday, March 16, 2025. 10:30 a.m. Join us for our monthly worship service.
5th Sunday Event - Annual Paris Mountain Camping Trip: Friday, March 28-Sunday, March 30, 2025. Paris Mountain.

Paris Mountain Camping (March 28-30, 2025)

Sign Up

Join us for our annual camping trip at Paris Mountain State Park, from Friday, March 28 to Sunday, March 30. You do not need to pay per individual, only for use of one site. If you are planning on joining us for hiking during the day or for lunchtime meal, please let Pastor Brian know.

Reserve your campsite at Paris Mountain

If you'd like to add anything for next weeks' community prayer, please contact Pastor Brian at pastor@newdayccc.com.

Prayers for Gary Harris who has an ongoing health issue.
Prayers for Jamie's Aunt Sue and Uncle Scott as they deal with the declining health of both Scott's parents.
Prayers for Joe as he deals with an ongoing sleep condition.
Prayers for Ed who has early signs of dementia.
Prayers for Roger as he embarks on a fourteen-day water fast.
Prayers for the Shea Marsden family.
Prayers for Andrea and Sarah as they struggle with mental health.
Prayers for Andrea and her pain management after her surgery was delayed.
Prayers for Vanessa and her family.
Prayers for Krista's dad as he continues to undergo therapy following a stroke.
Prayers for those who are struggling with physical, mental, and economic challenges.
Prayers for those who have suffered trauma and those who suffer from anxiety, depression and other mental health issues.
Prayers for those suffering the effects of war.
Prayers for our nation as we face local, national, and global challenges.
Prayers for New Day as we consider our future.
Prayers for those of us who are suffering from the already blistering attack on our community by the current administration.
Prayers for Pastor Brian and others who have unspoken requests this week.

Please support the work of the church

by donating your time, talent, and tithe.

As of 2/28/25

Tithe Income: $2,695

Other Income: $4,375

Expenses: $9,728

Net Loss: -$2,658

As we embrace new opportunities in 2025, your support is more vital than ever. Your generosity fuels our mission to serve the LGBTQ community, provide a welcoming space for worship, and grow into all God calls us to be. Every gift, no matter the size, helps us continue creating a space of love, connection, and hope. Thank you for being part of this journey—your contributions truly make a difference.

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New Day Christian Community Church

MEETING LOCATION FOR MARCH
Bible study and Worship
OTHER LANDS

731 Rutherford Road, Greenville, SC 29609

New Day Christian Community Church exists to provide a diverse, open, and affirming Christian community to all who desire a discipleship walk with Jesus Christ by offering challenging worship experiences, mission-based service opportunities, and Biblical learning so that we are empowered to reach out to others, introduce them to the love and strength of the beloved community, and invite them to join the faith journey of discipleship.

🌟 MARCH THEME: WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH 🌟Bible Study: The Julia E. Smith Bible