We’re back in Psalm 36 this week as we look at David’s reflections on the wicked. How do we ensure that we walk in wisdom toward God and outsiders? Why does the world seem as if the wicked win? Join us Sunday as we discern how God wants us to pursue Him.

Click HERE for sermon notes.

Join us in person on Sunday at 10:30 AM or watch online.

Please click HERE to submit prayer requests.

The campaign has raised $412,303 so far. Thank you to those who have given so generously! We are so thankful for the progress made so far. Praise God for His provision! 

Thank you for your generous giving throughout the month of June! We ended the fiscal year on budget for giving and underspent in expenses, leading to a great start on the new fiscal year. We thank God for his provision through you.

You can give regularly by placing a check in the offering box at the Welcome Center in the atrium, going to the South Suburban website and setting up a regular gift, or clicking on the GIVE button below. Please pray about how you can give regularly to support the great staff and many ministries God has given to us. Remember, all contributions are considered gifts and the church may use them to fulfill the continuing needs of ministry as they arise.

ONLINE GIVING:  Set up a one-time or recurring donation using the button below. As a reminder, we have switched to a new giving platform using Subsplash. If you have any questions about this platform, please reach out to Pastor Micah. 

Join us as we focus on praying for the Erno Family this month. Click HERE to see their prayer requests.

The Shepherd of the Valley Food Shelf, where our donations are delivered, is a designated SuperShelf and has experienced increased numbers of families/households needing food assistance. In the client-centered environment, people are able to choose the items most needed by their particular household. Healthy foods and other necessities like diapers and personal care/hygiene items help meet real needs.
 
July’s Most Needed:  

• Peanut Butter & other Nut Butters
• Jelly/Jam;  Pickles
• Cereal (all varieties)
• Granola/Snack Bars
• Hard Taco Shells;  Taco Seasoning
• Napkins
• Toilet Paper
• Sunscreen
• Healthy choices and other kitchen and household staples are also welcome!  

Thank you for remembering donations must be store-bought, nonperishable items, unopened, with current dates. The big orange bags for gathering donations are still available at our collection shelves.
 
If you are in need of food, please find more information at our collection shelves in the Atrium. Current volunteer opportunities are posted HERE.
Thank you for sharing God's love with our neighbors!

Join us @ 9 AM in the Fellowship Hall for our Summer Equip Class. We'll be talking through practical ways for you to take one step closer to Jesus through various spiritual disciplines. All are welcome (a few toys and coloring sheets will be available).

We would love to have you join us if you are college age or in your twenties. We meet every other Tuesday night at 6:30 PM at a local park or at South Suburban if the weather is questionable.  
Questions? Please feel free to reach out to Rana and David Jaszczak (651-491-2461).

Kids Ministry Volunteers: Please mark your calendar now to attend one of the identical required Kids Ministry volunteer trainings: Sunday, August 18 at 9 AM OR Sunday, August 25 at 4 PM OR Saturday, September 7 at 9 AM. Attending 1 training is required to continue serving in the Kids Ministry this fall. Treats will be provided! Contact Erin at ErinR@ssefc.org with questions.

Click HERE to read what's going on in Kids Ministry this month. 

Please join our Women’s Ministry group at South Suburban to keep up to date on Events, Bible Studies, Table Talks and more by finding the "groups" tab in the church app or going to the "Groups" page on our website. If you have questions, please contact Tami Peterson at tami@ssefc.org.

Join us August 8 at 7 PM to discuss "Becoming Us" by Robin Jones Gunn. You can get a copy of the book in the church and Dakota libraries. We will meet at Donna Morrison's home at 16815 Edinburg Way, Farmington.
Contact Donna with any questions: rossdonnam@aol.com

Here are 2 opportunities to meet together with other men:  

• Monday mornings at 8 AM at Perkins in Apple Valley (Co Rd 42 & Cedar Ave.)  Questions?  Please contact Randy Ruth, 612-849-0246 or rrjaruth@aol.com
• Thursday mornings at 6 AM at the Eagan Perkins.  Questions?  Please contact John Nystuen at 612-708-4637 or jnystuen@outlook.com

Every year at South Suburban we take time to reflect on what it means to be the body of Christ by intentionally highlighting ways we can connect with one another and ways each one of us can use our gifts to serve. Plan join us at 9 AM in the Fellowship Hall August 4 and 11 to learn more about these opportunities.

Donuts and coffee will be provided! 

Please stop by the table in the Atrium and take a moment to leave Pastor Bruce a note in honor of his retirement: thank you, fond memory, well wishes, prayer. Then plan to join us on July 28 as we celebrate after the service with cake!

Join us Sunday, August 11 @ 6:16 PM for our next Second Sunday in the Summer! We will have more details in the coming weeks.

This summer the office hours will be inconsistent at times. We will do our best to maintain the current office hours, but we encourage you to call the office or reach out to staff ahead of time if you need to stop by church. Thank you for your understanding.

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: 9 AM - 3 PM
Wednesday: 9 AM - 12 PM
The office is closed on Fridays.
Office hours may be sporadic throughtout the summer. If you need to stop by the church during the week, we encourage you to reach out to the staff ahead of time to make sure someone is going to be there.

Lead Pastor - Mike Strand (mikes@ssefc.org)
Associate Pastor - Micah Anderson (micaha@ssefc.org)
Facility - Eric Zaske (facilities@ssefc.org)
Finance Team (business@ssefc.org)
Kids & Family Ministries Director - Erin Rivenburg (erinr@ssefc.org)
Music and Women's Ministries Director - Tami Peterson (tami@ssefc.org)
Office Manager - Heather Nelson (heather@ssefc.org)
Student Ministries Director - Molly Auger (molly@ssefc.org)

Please email Friday News Flash items to communication@ssefc.org by end of day on Wednesday.