South Mecklenburg Presbyterian Church Sermons

“Where to Now?” - Dr. Sandy Hull's Sermon from the Second Sunday of Advent, December 7, 2025 - Matthew 3:1-12 and Romans 15: 1-13

“Where to Now?” - Dr. Sandy Hull's Sermon from the Second Sunday of Advent, December 7, 2025 -  Matthew 3:1-12 and Romans 15: 1-13
Anthem "No Night There" Dan Forrest - Chancel Choir; Amanda Turner, violin; 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 Transitional Pastor Dr. Sandy Hull, 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

"Love Is Our Calling: The Time Is Now" - Rev. Lindsey Odom’s Sermon from the first Sunday of Advent, November 30, 2025 - Isaiah 2:1-5, Romans 13:8-14

Love Is Our Calling: The Time Is Now - Rev. Lindsey Odom’s Sermon from the first Sunday of Advent, November 30, 2025 - Isaiah 2:1-5, Romans 13:8-14
Anthem      Choral Fantasy on "Creator of the Stars of Night"  Michael Larkin
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 Transitional Pastor Dr. Sandy Hull, 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: VI. The exhibition of the kingdom of heaven to the world” - Dr. Matt Brown’s Last Sermon at SMPC, Sunday, November 23, 2025 - Luke 17:20-21 and Ephesians 2:1-10

“Six Great Ends of the Church: VI. The exhibition of the kingdom of heaven to the world” - Dr. Matt Brown’s Last Sermon at SMPC, Sunday, November 23, 2025 - Luke 17:20-21 and Ephesians 2:1-10
Anthem                          He Never Failed Me Yet                          Robert Ray
Chancel Choir; Laura Black, David Kinsey, Lori Schellin, and Collin Sinclair, soloists; Kyle Gavagan, trumpet;  Blythe Kinsey, piano; William Rose, percussion
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 Six Great Ends of the Church: V. The Promotion of Social Righteousness" - Dr. Matt Brown's Sermon from Sunday, November 16, 2025

"The Six Great Ends of the Church: V. The Promotion of Social Righteousness" - Dr. Matt Brown's Sermon from Sunday, November 16, 2025 - James 3:13-18, Isaiah 58:1-12
Anthem - Lead Me, Lord  - arr. Mark Hayes
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

Six Great Ends of the Church - IV. The preservation of the truth - Dr. Matt Brown's Sermon from Sunday, November 9, 2025

Six Great Ends of the Church - IV. The preservation of the truth - Dr. Matt Brown's Sermon from Sunday, November 9, 2025 - Psalm 25:4-5 and John 18:33-38
Anthem - Christ the Center  - Andrew Bruhn
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 - III. The Maintenance of Divine Worship - Dr. Matt Brown's Sermon - Psalm 29 and Hebrews 12:28-29

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 - Dr. Matt Brown’s Sermon from Sunday, October 26, 2025 - Matthew 19:13-15; Hebrews 10:23-25, Luke 24:28-35

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

“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

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

“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