MISSION TRIP SCHEDULE

Posted on Jun 20, 2025 in General |

SUNDAY // JULY 13

8:45a – Arrive at Sweetwater South Campus

9:00a – Breakfast
9:30a – Prayer
9:40a – Depart

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TRAVEL TIME

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3:30p – Arrive at Ridge Baptist Church

3–4 p.m	Check-in
4:30 p.m	Adult meeting
5:30 p.m	Dinner gathering
6:30 p.m	Kick-off program Meet your crew and get project assignments
8:00 p.m	Evening Program Youth group devotions
11 p.m	Lights-out

MONDAY // JULY 14

6:30 a.m	Breakfast crew begins
6:45 a.m	Wake-up call
7–7:45 a.m	Breakfast and pack lunches
8:00 a.m	Morning Program
8:45–3 p.m	Serve at project sites Lunch and crew devotions
3:30 p.m	Return to lodging facility Camp store is open
5 p.m	Dinner crew begins
5:30 p.m	Dinner gathering
6:30 p.m	Hospitality tasks
6:30 p.m	Drama team practice
7:00 p.m.	Worship team practice
8:00 p.m	Evening Program Youth group devotions
10:30 p.m	Bedtime stories (optional)
11 p.m	Lights-out

TUESDAY // JULY 15

6:30 a.m.–3 p.m	Same as Monday
3:30 p.m.	Check-in at lodging facility Free time: dinner and devotions on your own
8:00 p.m	Lodging facility back open
8:30 p.m	Movie night (optional)
10:30 p.m	Bedtime stories (optional)
11 p.m	Lights-out

WEDNESDAY // JULY 16

6:30 a.m.–11 p.m

Same as Monday

THURSDAY // JULY 17

6:30 a.m	Breakfast crew begins
6:45 a.m	Wake-up call
7–7:45 a.m	Breakfast and pack lunches
8:00 a.m	Morning Program
8:45–3 p.m	Serve at project sites Lunch and crew devotions
3:30 p.m	Return to lodging facility Camp store is open
5 p.m	Dinner crew begins
5:30 p.m	Dinner gathering
6:30 p.m	Hospitality tasks
6:30 p.m	Drama team practice
7:00 p.m.	Worship team practice
8:00 p.m	Evening Program Youth group devotions
9:30 p.m	Lip-Sync battle
12 a.m	Lights-out

FRIDAY // JULY 18

7-8 a.m. – Breakfast
7-9 a.m. – Room Check Out

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TRAVEL

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10 a.m. – Arrive Charleston Proper for Fun Day
11 a.m. – Harbor Cruise

1 p.m. – Lunch

2 p.m. – Group Options

Market / Beach / Fort Sumpter

4 p.m. – Hotel Check-In

5:30 p.m. – Dinner

6:30 p.m. – City Scavenger Hunt

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SATURDAY // JULY 19

8:30 a.m. – Breakfast

9:30 a.m. – Depart

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TRAVEL

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12:30 p.m. – Lunch Break

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TRAVEL

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4:30 p.m. – Arrive at Sweetwater

Pack List – SMT2025

Posted on Jun 17, 2025 in General |

PERSONAL ITEMS:

Air mattress, cot, or foam pad (twin-size)
Sleeping bag or sheets
Blanket and pillow
Towels and washcloths
Modest swimsuit and shower shoes
Toothpaste and toothbrush
Soap and shampoo
Any prescription medications
Laundry/plastic bags (for dirty clothing)
Long pants or jeans
Modest shorts and work t-shirts
Pajamas, socks, and underwear
Closed toe sturdy shoes
Water bottle (refillable, to be used at your work site)
Personal health insurance card or copy
Bible
Jacket
Sunglasses
Sunscreen and insect repellent
Bandanas, a hat, or visor
Work gloves
Mirror*
Camera*
GPS* (recommended for drivers)
Rain gear*
Snacks*
Fans* (most churches do not have AC)
Flashlight*
Alarm clock* (battery-powered)
Spending money*
Games for free time*
Fun items for our theme dinners*: Christmas Monday, Wacky Wednesday, Tropical Thursday
Pen/Pencil for program and devotions
Instruments for worship*

*Optional Items

AS A GROUP:

1 first-aid kit for every vehicle
1 5-gallon water jug for every 6 people
1 large cooler (on wheels is preferred) for every 6 people

COMMUNITY GIFT: The community you are serving has a specific need and is asking for donations. Your group’s mission: have FUN collecting as much of the needed item as you can and bring it to camp with you!

Check on your customer account, under “Helpful Resources, and then Schedule, Menu and Packing”, to see your camp’s requested item. Your gift will be meeting a specific need in the community you are serving–thank you in advance!

Involve your congregation, friends, and even your local businesses in the effort.
Is transportation a problem? Purchase your community gifts when you arrive.

WHAT NOT TO BRING:

Alcohol, tobacco products, or illegal drugs
Expensive clothes or jewelry
Anything really valuable
Fireworks, weapons, or toy guns
Skimpy or revealing clothes
- Please bring clothes that are appropriate in any situation. Longer shorts, t-shirts, modest swimsuits, etc.

CELL PHONES/IPODS/LAPTOPS/ETC.

For security reasons, it’s best to leave these items at home. However, we do understand that they are great for capturing moments, sharing life, and communicating back home. If you decide to bring any of these items, don’t let them distract from your experience. How can you be tethered to your devices and expect God to work in unexpected ways? If you decide to bring them, be sure to put them away during the programs and on your project sites.

I AM – GOOD SHEPHERD

Posted on Apr 9, 2025 in General |

¹ “Very truly I tell you Pharisees, anyone who does not enter the sheep pen by the gate, but climbs in by some other way, is a thief and a robber. ² The one who enters by the gate is the shepherd of the sheep. ³ The gatekeeper opens the gate for him, and the sheep listen to his voice. He calls his own sheep by name and leads them out. ⁴ When he has brought out all his own, he goes on ahead of them, and his sheep follow him because they know his voice. ⁵ But they will never follow a stranger; in fact, they will run away from him because they do not recognize a stranger’s voice.” ⁶ Jesus used this figure of speech, but the Pharisees did not understand what he was telling them.
⁷ Therefore Jesus said again, “Very truly I tell you, I am the gate for the sheep. ⁸ All who have come before me are thieves and robbers, but the sheep have not listened to them. ⁹ I am the gate; whoever enters through me will be saved. They will come in and go out, and find pasture. ¹⁰ The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.
¹¹ “I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep. ¹² The hired hand is not the shepherd and does not own the sheep. So when he sees the wolf coming, he abandons the sheep and runs away. Then the wolf attacks the flock and scatters it. ¹³ The man runs away because he is a hired hand and cares nothing for the sheep.
¹⁴ “I am the good shepherd; I know my sheep and my sheep know me— ¹⁵ just as the Father knows me and I know the Father —and I lay down my life for the sheep. ¹⁶ I have other sheep that are not of this sheep pen. I must bring them also. They too will listen to my voice, and there shall be one flock and one shepherd. ¹⁷ The reason my Father loves me is that I lay down my life —only to take it up again. ¹⁸ No one takes it from me, but I lay it down of my own accord. I have authority to lay it down and authority to take it up again. This command I received from my Father.”
John 10:1-18

https://youtu.be/edqO3611fQY?si=ay76ekAHwcq8XBvW

FAMILY MINISTRY ADMIN

Posted on Feb 21, 2025 in General |

VOLUNTEER FORM

Click the button to fill out the volunteer form

WHAT IS FAMILY MINISTRY

In some ways, Family Ministry is simply the new church word for Children’s Ministry. Functionally, much of what we do is no different than what we’ve always done. We want to disciple children in the way of Jesus.
Philosophically, however, the shift to Family Ministry is born out of our desire to partner with families and set them up for success as they continue the conversations that we start as a church. Today’s families come in all shapes and sizes. But we acknowledge something that all modern American families share in common–we’re all busy; maybe too busy! Children today are involved in more extra curricular activities than ever before. Rather than compete with your busy schedule and make church activities one more category on your list of weekly activities, our desire is to partner with parents to help them continue discipleship at home as they go from school, to the ballfield, to dance, to meetings, to dinner, to bedtime, and whatever else they have scheduled, before doing it all again the next day.

How do we do that? We start the conversation on Sunday mornings and equip you with resources to continue the conversation at home. Each week we send home a devotion sheet with a few conversation starters. Mealtimes, car time, and bed time are some of the best times for these conversations. When you’re not sure where to focus with your children, consult the guide that we provide.

There’s a lot more to it, but that’s the basic idea. If you have any questions, send us an email, and we’ll set up a time to chat.

FAMILY MAIL

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SCHEDULES

9AM VOLUNTEERS, please arrive by 8:45am
10:30AM VOLNTEERS, please arrive by 10:10am

INFANTS – PRE-K, 9AM

WEEK 1 – Carol Moore, Mildred Dorta

WEEK 2 – Carol Moore, Jennifer Harrison

WEEK 3 – Carol Moore/Dan Jensen

WEEK 4 – Carol Moore/ Gabby Tremont

WEEK 5 – Carol Moore / Gabby Tremont

K-5, 9AM

WEEK 1 – Shirley Gardner/Maxine Jones

WEEK 2 – Shirley Gardner/Maxine Jones

WEEK 3 – Shirley Gardner/Maxine Jones

WEEK 4 – Shirley Gardner/Maxine Jones

WEEK 5 – Shirley Gardner/Maxine Jones

FAMILY HOST
APRIL 6 – Locario Family

APRIL 13 – Lail Family

APRIL 20 – Chatlos Family

APRIL 27 – Fowler Family

MAY 4 – Parrish Family

MAY 11 – Lail Family

MAY 18 – Locario Family

MAY 25 – Chatlos Family

JUNE 1 – Chatlos Family

JUNE 8 – Locario Family

JUNE 15 – Parrish Family

JUNE 22 – Lail Family

JUNE 29- Danklefson Family

LOBBY HOST
WEEK 1 & 3 – Crista Townsend

WEEK 2 & 4 _________________________

WEEK 5 ______________________________

INFANTS – PRE-K, 10:30a

WEEK 1 – _______________, _______________*

WEEK 2 – Donna Cline, Donna Grey*

WEEK 3 – Marc Hoppkins, Jackie Hopkins*

WEEK 4 – Stacey Boeshko, Shannon Lareau*

WEEK 5 – ____________, ______________

*Taylor Boeshko, Guilia Tommasi – additional help as needed

*Back-Up Volunteers: Sara Crow, Rae Ringenburg

K-5 (Kingdom Kids), 10:30a

WEEK 1 – Carol Moore, Emery Barrett

WEEK 2 – Carol Moore, Crista Townsend

WEEK 3 – Carol Moore, Dan Jensen

WEEK 4 – Carol Moore, _______________

WEEK 5 – Carol Moore, _______________

Students Helpers
Drew Chatlos

Mary White

Sophie Danklefson

Natalie Danklefson

FAMILY MINISTRY LEADERS

FAMILY EXPERIENCE – Sara Locario
General Improvements, Check-In, Environment
FAMILY MINISTRY ADMIN – Kennedy Parrish
Scheduling, Data Organization, Policies, etc.

FAMILY EVENTS – Caitlin Lail
Family Outreach Events, Family Enrichment Events

TEACHING LEAD – Maile Chatlos

Curriculum Prep, Curriculum Admin, Family Devos

GET-IT-DONE-GAL – Beth Danklefson

Tech Solutions, Procurement, Odds & Ends

VOLUNTEER FORM

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WORSHIP LYRICS 1/8/25

Posted on Jan 8, 2025 in General |

Gratitude

All my words fall short

I got nothing new
How could I express
All my gratitude?

I could sing these songs
As I often do
But every song must end
And You never do

So I throw up my hands
And praise You again and again
‘Cause all that I have is a hallelujah
Hallelujah

And I know it’s not much
But I’ve nothing else fit for a King
Except for a heart singing hallelujah
Hallelujah

I’ve got one response
I’ve got just one move
With my arm stretched wide
I will worship You

So I throw up my hands
And praise You again and again
‘Cause all that I have is a hallelujah
Hallelujah

And I know it’s not much
But I’ve nothing else fit for a King
Except for a heart singing hallelujah
Hallelujah

So come on, my soul
Oh, don’t you get shy on me
Lift up your song
‘Cause you’ve got a lion inside of those lungs
Get up and praise the Lord

Oh come on, my soul
Oh, don’t you get shy on me
Lift up your song
‘Cause you’ve got a lion inside of those lungs
Get up and praise the Lord

Come on, my soul
Oh, don’t you get shy on me
Lift up your song
‘Cause you’ve got a lion inside of those lungs
Get up and praise the Lord, hey

Praise the Lord
Praise the Lord

Praise the Lord

So I throw up my hands
Praise You again and again
‘Cause all that I have is a hallelujah
Hallelujah

And I know it’s not much
But I’ve nothing else fit for a King
Except for a heart singing hallelujah
Hallelujah

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The Way

Through every battle
Through every heartbreak
Through every circumstance
I believe that

You are my fortress
Oh, You are my portion
And You are my hiding place, oh

I believe You are

The way, the truth and the life
I believe You are
The way, the truth and the life
I believe

Through every blessing
Through every promise
Through every breath I take
I believe that You are Provider

Oh, You are Protector
You are the one I love, oh

I believe You are

The way, the truth and the life
I believe You are
The way, the truth, the life

I believe You are

Oh, You are
Oh, You are

And it’s a new horizon and,

I’m set on You
And You meet me here today

with mercies that are new

All my fears and doubts,

they can all come too
Because they can’t stay long

when I’m here with You

It’s a new horizon,

and I’m set on You
And You meet me here today

with mercies that are a new (oh, yeah)

My fears and doubts,

they can all come too

Because they can’t stay long

when I believe You are

The way, the truth, the life
I believe You are

The way, and the truth, the life

It’s a new horizon,

and I’m set on You
And You meet me here today

with mercies that are new

All my fears and doubts,

they can all come too
Because they can’t stay long,
When I believe You are

The way, the truth The life

I believe You are
The way, the truth, the life
I believe You are

A Sweetwater Family Christmas

Posted on Dec 14, 2024 in General |

Join us and bring a friend for “A Sweetwater Family Christmas,” December 22, 10:30am. We’re making our regularly scheduled worship service a festive gathering for the whole family, with live animals, sweet treats and hot cocoa, live music, and “Buddy time.”
The birth of our Savior is “good news of great joy for all people,” and we’re exited to celebrate it with you!

Christmas Eve

Posted on Dec 14, 2024 in General |

Join us Tuesday evening for a traditional Christmas Eve candlelight service, 5pm, December 24th.
We won’t keep you long, but would love for you to join us as we reflect on the birth of our Savior and the true meaning of Christmas.

swya

Posted on Dec 6, 2024 in General |

[Verse 1]
There was a moment when the lights went out
When death had claimed its victory
The King of love had given up His life
The darkest day in history

[Verse 2]
There on a cross they made for sinners
For every curse His blood atoned
One final breath and it was finished
But not the end we could have known

[Pre-Chorus 1]
For the earth began to shake, and the veil was torn
What sacrifice was made, as the heavens roared

[Chorus]
All hail, King Jesus
All hail the Lord of heaven and earth
All hail, King Jesus
All hail the Savior of the world

[Verse 3]
There was a moment when the sky lit up
A flash of light breaking through
When all was lost He crossed eternity
The King of life was on the move

[Pre-Chorus 2]
For in a dark, cold tomb, where our Lord was laid
One miraculous breath, and we’re forever changed

[Interlude]

[Bridge]
Let every knee, come bow before the King of kings
Let every tongue, confess that He is Lord
Lift up your shout, let us join with all of heaven
Singing ho-ho-ho-ho-holy
Singing ho-ho-ho-ho-holy
Crying out ho-ho-ho-ho-holy
Singing ho-ho-ho-ho-holy

[Chorus]
All hail, King Jesus
All hail the Lord of heaven and earth
And all hail, King Jesus
All hail the Savior of the world

[Post-Chorus]
All hail, King Jesus
All hail, King Jesus
All hail, King Jesus
All hail, King Jesus!

[Interlude]

[Chorus]
All hail, King Jesus
All hail the Lord of heaven and earth
All hail, King Jesus
All hail the Savior of the world
All hail, King Jesus
All hail the Lord of heaven and earth
All hail, King Jesus
All hail the Savior of the world
All hail, King Jesus
All hail the Lord of heaven and earth
All hail, King Jesus
All hail the Savior of the world

The first Noel, the angels did say
Was to certain poor shepherds in fields as they lay
In fields where they lay, they were keeping their sheep
On a cold winter’s night that was so deep

Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel
Born is the King of Israel

The shepherds looked up and they saw a bright star
Shining there in the east, beyond them far
And to the darkened Earth it gave a great light
And so it continued through day and through night

Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel
Born is the King of Israel

LUKE 1

MINI-MISSION WEEK 2024

Posted on Jul 5, 2024 in General |

Join us for MISSION WEEK 2024, July 15-18

This week of local missions is sponsored by the Sweetwater Student Ministry. All are invited to join us as we reach out in the name of Jesus!

Monday, July 15
We kick off the week by serving those in need at First Baptist Apopka at Next Steps Ministry, 5:00-6:45pm.
Students may carpool from Sweetwater, if needed (use the registration link to let us know if you need a ride). Departure is 4:30pm.

Tuesday, July 16
Tuesday night, we meet on the South Campus to sharpen our skills and deepen our hearts at a Testimony Workshop, 6:30-8:00pm. Guest Speaker Nate Goss will join us to help us think through how we share our stories.
We’ll also serve in the Food Pantry that night, organizing food and getting things ready for a food distribution on 7/21.

Wednesday, July 17
We’ll be doing something new with Straight Street Ministries in Downtown Orlando, 5pm. 808 W. Central Blvd, Orlando 32805.
Sweetwater Student Ministry will sponsor and serve the meal. Click the link above for more info about Stratight Street ministries. Students may carpool from Sweetwater, if needed (use the registration link to let us know if you need a ride). Departure is 4:30pm.

Thursday, July 18
Worship & Testimony Night, 6:30pm. Our Sweetwater Young Adults will join us for a night of worship & you’ll have an opportunity to share how you came to put your trust in Jesus.

REGISTER HERE

Student Serve Weekend

Posted on May 14, 2024 in General |

THIS SATURDAY & SUNDAY IS STUDENT SERVE WEEKEND!

This is an opportunity to serve your church family and to earn a $100 toward the 2024 Student Summer Camp at Lake Yale, July 2-6.

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UPDATE 5/19/24*

If students need to complete their 5hrs to earn the $100 credit toward camp there are a couple more opportunities this week.

Serve Sunday, 5/19 in the Food Pantry or do landscaping, Noon-2pm.
Serve Saturday, 5/25, in the kitchen for a Celebration of Life service, 1-3pm
Schedule community service with Pastor Dan at Sweetwater, May 20-24. Send an email to schedule community service.

CAMP REGISTRATION IS ACTIVE. THE REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS MAY 30. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.

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WHAT ARE WE DOING?

We will be doing some work on our own church campus, helping a family move, helping at the home of some of our church members, and serving in our own food pantry.

Students will be assigned to a specific project upon arrival.

All students will be accompanied by at least 2 adult leaders, and will serve with a group of 2-5 students.

WHERE/WHEN DO WE MEET?

10am – Saturday

We will meet at the Fellowship Hall on the South Campus, Saturday, 5/18, 10:00am (please be on time).
Upon arrival we will assign to groups and prepare for the day. We will depart to serve by 10:45am at the latest.

12pm – Sunday
On Sunday, after church, we will meet in the Fellowship Hall on the South Campus for a quick lunch and will depart to serve no later than 12:30pm.

Students should be picked up between 3:00pm & 3:15pm on both days.

WHAT ABOUT LUNCH?

Students will make their own lunch with the sandwich items provided, before we set out for the day, along with chips and a drink. For those who may be familiar with it, this is similar to what we’ve done on Student Mission Trips.

HOW DO I EARN A CREDIT TOWARD CAMP?

Students must register, using the link below, and serve for a minimum of 5 hours in order to earn a $100 credit toward Summer Camp. While we would like students to serve on both days, we understand that may not be possible. See the update above for additional serving opportunities.

REGISTER HERE

Packing List

WHAT IS FAMILY MINISTRY

FAMILY MAIL

SCHEDULES

FAMILY MINISTRY LEADERS

Gratitude