July 17 E-News
Sunday, July 20
Worship Service | 9:00 AM and 10:45 AM – Click HERE for livestream.
The gospel is exceptionally joyful news for those of us who have experienced the salvation God offers. But many believers don’t fully appreciate the greatness of the gift they have received because many of us do not have a meaningful appreciation of the immensity of the condemnation we were once under. Most Christians who grew up in church were saved as children or young teens and were spared the destruction that comes from sin that some have experienced. Because some of us were saved young, we have no real appreciation or driving gratitude for the gift of God’s righteousness removing our condemnation. Jesus said that those who were forgiven much would love much and those who were forgiven less would love less. One of the important values of this section in Romans is that it exposes the depth of our depravity, the graciousness of God’s forgiveness, and increases the strength of our love for Christ.
Text: Romans 3:9-20
Equip Hour | 9:00
College (Summer: Fellowship Hall) – Bert Arrowood
Young Adults – Jairo Villegas
Men’s Class – Wayne Moore
Ladies’ Class – Virginia Blanton, Jewell Hall, Tina Moore, Melinda Williamson
Spanish Class – Dan Aguilera, Mark Vowels
Elective: Walking with Dr. Luke-A Study in the Gospel of Luke – Dusty Raines
Sunday Morning Prayer | 10:15 AM
Equip Hour | 10:45
Teens – Garrett Martin
PBC 101 – Peter Cushman
Families – Jonathan West
Young Marrieds – Doug & Karen Abels, Kirk & Heidi Hensarling
Elective: Transforming Grace – Bruce Meyer, Alan Benson
Elective: The Deity of Christ – Kevin Johns, Sam Munn
Announcements
Families Ministry Equip Class | NEW STUDY!
Sometimes parents wish there was a guaranteed formula for raising good kids—a certain list of rules to follow to ensure they’d have obedient children. But if moms and dads view their role through the lens of God’s grace, they will see that the gospel must first shape how they parent before they can effectively shape their children.
In the bestselling book Parenting, Paul David Tripp unfolds a more biblical perspective on parenting than merely adhering to a list of rules. He lays out 14 gospel-centered principles that will radically change the way parents think about what it means to raise up a child, informing everything they do as a parent.
BEGINS THIS SUNDAY!
Whether you’re a ministry leader, counselor, discipler, or simply want to grow in your own walk with Christ, you encounter real struggles in life—sin, suffering, and everything in between.
ACBC Fundamentals Training is designed to equip Christians with the confidence and tools to care for others biblically. Through this course, you’ll grow in your understanding of how God brings lasting hope and change through His Word, His Spirit, and His Church.
The training will be weekly on Monday nights from Sept. 8th to Nov. 24th, 6:00 pm-8:30pm @ PBC. All sessions will be recorded or available via zoom for those unable to attend in person.
Cost for PBC Members is $75/individual or $125/couple. Childcare will be available. If you have questions about this training please contact Paul Christensen.
Footsteps of Paul – Biblical Tour: May 2026
Pastor Sam and Pastor Ben will lead an unforgettable journey through the lands of the New Testament on our upcoming Footsteps of Paul tour, taking place May 13–23, 2026.
This Bible-centered tour will bring Scripture to life as we explore some of the most significant locations in the Apostle Paul’s missionary journeys. We will visit Ephesus, Athens, Corinth, Thessalonica, Rome, and more.
This is more than a sightseeing trip—it’s a spiritually enriching experience that will deepen your understanding of God’s Word and His work through the early Church.
We will have an informational meeting in room 204 between the services on July 13th and August 3rd.
Space is limited! For more details and to reserve your spot, visit the TOUR WEBSITE. Contact Pastor Ben for questions.
Summer Community Group Schedule
Week of July 6, 13, and 20: Groups will meet
Week of July 27: NO Community Groups
Week of August 3 and 10: Leader Training (NO Community Groups)
Week of August 17: NO Community Groups
Week of August 24: Fall Community Groups begin
PBC Podcast & Radio Show
Did you know we’re on the radio? Listen to Grow in Grace at 10 AM every weekday on Truth Network, 96.9 FM in Greenville, and 88.3 in Spartanburg.
Or you can find this show wherever you listen to podcasts. Search for “Palmetto Grow in Grace Podcast.”
Click the image to find it on Apple Podcasts.
Mark Your Calendars!
July 13-18 – High School Mission Trip
July 23 – Last week of summer Community Groups
July 27 – Congregational Update
Aug 2 – Families Picnic
Aug 3 – T4M / KAMP
Aug 6 & 13 – Community Group Leader training
Aug 17 – Leadership Meeting
Aug 24 (week of) – Fall Community Groups begin
Sept 3 – Kids Club Begins
More events can be found on our Church Calendar.
Volunteer Opportunities
Operation Christmas Child
If you’d like to help us get a head start on OCC shoeboxes, you can assemble homemade fishing kits, sewing kits, and pillowcase dresses. Click the image for more information!
Lost and Found in Balcony Stairwell
All lost and found items can be found under the east balcony stairwell. Items are discarded at the end of each month.
WBC to PBC Membership
All WBC members wishing to join Palmetto Baptist Church should click THIS LINK to complete a form and sign our Statement of Faith.
Interested in church membership? Click here.
Click here if you’re interested in baptism.
Give online here.