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Obviously the year 2008 was a historical year in the life of SSCC as we moved into our new church home here
on Frederica Road. It was a pretty exciting move on the first Sunday in March, 2008. Immediately, we began
to see more new faces joining us for worship and getting involved with SSCC. It was also exciting to see many
lives being changed by Jesus Christ. It was also a bit overwhelming as the pace of ministry seemed to pick up,
and there was a lot of change. And as we all know, change is not always fun, but I think our staff and church
body are a lot more settled into our new home as we have moved into 2009.
The highlights of 2008 include many new people joining us, and many new people making decisions for
Christ. We had approximately 75 baptisms throughout 2008 with many more people also starting a relation-
ship with Jesus. As you will see through the following ministry reports, we grew in pretty much every area of
ministry during 2008 all the while maintaining the same number of staff. I greatly appreciate our incredible
staff. They are a bunch of hardworking, self–motivated, and competent servants of Christ. We are truly blessed
to have such a committed team of people working with us. I am also grateful to our numerous volunteers that
help us reach up, reach in and reach out on a weekly basis.
As we move forward into 2009, we face some ongoing challenges and have areas for continued growth. Our
financial stewardship will obviously be an area of prayer and commitment in light of our current building debt
and the current state of our economy. I trust and pray that God will show Himself incredibly faithful even dur-
ing tough times such as these.
We must also continue to grow in areas of discipleship. One of our big areas of focus in 2009 is to grow in the
area of connecting people for the purpose of spiritual growth. We want to do all that we can to continually
make it as easy as possible for people to take their next step into spiritual maturity.
Another area we need to pursue in order to grow and expand is our overall communication to the body. We did
take some steps forward this year, but have learned that our continued growth through the last several years
has made our communication that much more difficult. We are looking for ways to more effectively communi-
cate with the body as a whole so that each of you will feel more informed and involved as we move forward.
Our Reach Out component is also an area we need to grow in as a body, especially in missions. We are doing
some great things with missions around the globe as well as trying to make a bigger difference in our own
backyard. We need to become more effective in letting the body become aware of what is going on here so
that our church can develop a much greater heart for reaching out in missions.
We have always said at SSCC that we want to do a “few things well.” This also seems to be a year to really
inspect what we are doing to ensure that we are being effective stewards of our times and resources. With all
the growth and transition of 2008, 2009 seems to be a year for making sure we are moving forward in the right
direction.
As we move into 2009, I pray that each of us will find ourselves more committed to Jesus and more commit-
ted to what He is doing here at SSCC. We will need to worship, give, grow, and serve like never before. If you
call SSCC your church home, but still haven’t made a commitment to really reach in to find a small group, and
reach out by finding a place to serve and volunteer, let this be the year that you jump in with both feet. You are
wanted and needed. Thanks so much for all that each of you do for the sake of His kingdom. God bless.
David Yarborough and the Elders of SSCC, Hank Ash, Curt Coleman, Joe Fendig, Charles Reeves and Larry Wade
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Financial Summary
2008 Highlights
• Once again, God has provided for all of our needs at SSCC.
• During 2008 we were able to reduce our debt by $844,000. The total debt owed as of December 31,
2008 was $9,685,000.
2009 Notes
• The Finance Committee has experienced wonderful cooperation from the entire staff in the budgeting
process.
• The Elders have reviewed the proposed budget for 2009 as presented herein and approve the same, as
well as the additional recommendations as follows:
• A Capital Budget has been established. All pledges and gifts designated for the building shall be used
to pay down the principal debt on the loan.
• The proceeds from the sale of any of SSCC’s real estate assets (the old church facility and the two lots
we own in Frederica Oaks) will be used to pay down principal debt on the loan.
• The Missions Sending Team shall receive oversight and review from the Elders and shall submit an an-
nual budget for approval (this is the same policy that exists for all other ministry departments).
• The Finance Committee shall review the church finances monthly and a summary update will be in the
bulletin each month.
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Operating Budget
2008 Actual 2009 Budget
Total Giving 2,213,423 Trust & Tithe
Expenses
Interest on the Loan 429,103 400,000
Building Expenses 267,911 170,481
Children’s Ministry 23,233 20,511
Educational Ministries 1,762 1,000
Elevate 419 1,200
Employee Benefits 128,721 134,000
Family Ministry 5,287 5,450
General Expenses 93,348 73,100
Small Groups 4,583 5,250
Hospitality 25,495 26,700
Insurance 53,278 64,100
Men’s Ministry 1,133 1,250
Missions 186,871 148,600
Church Resources 1,077 1,250
Staff Development 9,248 1,250
Technology 15,874 10,640
Wages & Salaries 899,255 897,280
Women’s Ministry 3,308 6,615
Worship 16,752 22,200
Youth Ministry 29,316 30,485
We have received 184 Pledge Cards for a total of $549,000 in pledges for the building fund for 2009. This is
over and above regular giving.
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Small Group & Adult Discipleship Ministries
Submitted by Steve Temmer
SSCC Mission
To lead people into a life changing relationship with Jesus Christ.
SSCC Strategy
We seek to develop fully devoted followers of Jesus Christ by creating relevant environments where people
are encouraged and equipped to:
• Reach Up
• Reach In
• Reach Out
The Reach In component is at the heart of SSCC and is found in our small groups and discipleship ministries.
This is where people can reach in to truly discover authentic community as they meet with others to develop
encouraging relationships, and grow together through Bible study and prayer. We encourage every believer to
reach in and find a place to connect and grow that is beyond the Sunday morning experience.
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• Electives – Periodic Adult Studies throughout the year
• Crown Financial Concepts – Over the past two years over 75 men and women have gone through
the 6-8 week class
• Experiencing God Study – Over the past two years 25 people have participated in this mid-week class
• Effective Parenting Study – Over the past two years 10-20 people have participated in this mid-
week class
• Starting Point Class – This beginner class on Christianity has had 35 participants on Sunday Mornings
Highlights
• Beginning of Single Purpose Ministry.
• Elevate (Young Adult Ministry) has picked up new participants each week and have formed new HOME
groups during the week.
• Men’s Fraternity began year two on a high. Being in the new building has helped with a great, open
environment for open communication. Men are growing deeper in their relationship with their Lord
and their families. Many wives have noticed a difference in their husbands for the positive. We have
been through The Quest for Authentic Manhood, Winning at Work and Home and in the fall will start The
Great Adventure.
• The women’s ministry was its strongest ever in 2008. With the existing staples of Island Bible Study,
Ladies Bible Study, Community Bible Study, and several new women’s studies through out the year,
2008 has been a huge success.
• We have structured our HOME Group resources around the ministry philosophy of Reach Up, Reach In,
and Reach Out. We have built up a great library where adults can check out resources for small groups,
large group or personal study.
2009 Vision
• Formalize and implement a new four-part discipleship program for adults covering:
1. Church Membership – This class will be offered on Sunday mornings and will teach the follow-
ing topics: our covenants, structure, statements and salvation. We will offer this at both services.
2. Spiritual Maturity – This class will be offered on Sunday mornings and will teach the following
topics: getting a grasp on your bible, having a daily time with God, the habit of prayer, the habit
of tithing or giving, and the habit of fellowship. We will offer this at both services.
3. My Ministry – This class will be offered during the week. The main focus will be finding your God
given SHAPE: Spiritual Gifts, Heart or Passion, Abilities, Personality, and Experience. Finding your
SHAPE will help you find your ministry at SSCC. This class will be offered during the week.
4. My Mission – Once you find your SHAPE, you will better understand His purpose for your life by
discovering and developing your life mission. The class will conclude with What Does It Take To Be
On Mission With God?
• Develop, maintain and deepen working relationships with all adult leadership in the Men’s, Women’s,
HOME groups. Offer leadership training on a consistent basis for adult volunteer leaders.
• Develop a system that allows for quicker response and placement for those seeking small group con-
nections.
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Children’s Ministry
Submitted by the Children’s Ministry Staff: Deb Kay, Pam Scoggins, Bo Mann, Amber Yarborough and Paula Phillips
While there is a constant challenge of filling volunteer opportunities, God is faithful in meeting those needs.
God’s faithfulness and presence has been manifested in so many ways this past year, one memorable time be-
ing Easter of last year, when the Gospel was presented to the Pre-K & K children, using Resurrection Eggs, and
12 children prayed to receive Christ that morning. We also participated in two “Reach Out” projects this year.
In August, we collected 75 backpacks filled with school supplies to be distributed to underprivileged children
in our community. In December, we filled 65 stockings with toys, clothing items, etc. to be delivered to the
children who attend Mary House Daycare and Safe Harbor.
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Kid Jam (1st – 5th grade)
Kid Jam is a part of our ministry for Elementary school aged children. It meets during the 11 am service on
Sunday mornings. Kid Jam is composed of two segments – a small group time held in classrooms, and then a
large group time in the Clubhouse.
Throughout Kid Jam lessons we seek to build upon the three important foundational Basic Truths that were
learned in Tiny Town by focusing on three more “Must Know’s”:
Small Groups
• The small group time is spent in age appropriate groups that are also divided into boys and girls
classes. We have 8 small groups with approximately 150 elementary school aged children involved
each week.
• Lessons share great Bible stories and characters and teach the kids how to apply biblical truths to their
lives today. We seek to make the lessons very practical so they can learn how to walk out these truths
with their family, friends, and neighbors. Above all else, we seek to help these children understand the
importance of a life changing relationship with Jesus.
• Small Group Leaders use this time to develop relationships with the children and teach them the life
changing truths of God’s Word. The children also learn faith skills such as prayer, scripture memory, giv-
ing, and sharing Jesus with others.
• We are really thankful for the 34 committed teachers that share their hearts with our kids on a weekly
basis.
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Highlights and Changes
• Numerous commitments to Christ and baptisms occurred in the lives of our 1st–5th graders this past year.
• God’s blessing of the new facility allowed the vision of bringing parents and kids together, come to
fruition. Fam Jam has provided a shared experience for families and a safe place for the congregation
to Reach Out and invite others.
• Added the Breakfast Club- A new ministry this year that provides a fun, safe and supervised environ-
ment for children of volunteers to go while their parents “work one and worship one.” Approximately
17 children attend each week and we have 9 adult volunteers.
• Established adult “Reach Up, In and Out” leadership teams to help provide prayer, support and guid-
ance for the Children’s Ministry staff.
• Jingle Jam- Held our first Christmas Family Service on Dec. 21st, in the Clubhouse. During the two
separate services we had almost 700 SSCC attendees and their friends join us to have fun, worship and
hear the gospel together. It was a great “Reach Out” event.
• We are grateful for the excitement we see among our teachers and our children in Kid Jam. We truly
see many children “Reaching Out” and bringing their parents to the church because their children love
our environments, and we are creatively engaging their hearts and minds with God’s Word.
*All curriculum for the Children’s Ministry comes from the ReThink group.
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Student Ministry
Submitted by Jon Blankenship, Youth Pastor
Our student ministry exists to help lead students in a growing relationship with Jesus Christ.
Inside Out
Inside Out is our High School Student Ministry. The main environment meets on Wednesday nights in the
Rooftop for worship and teaching. We also have small groups for discipleship and leadership training that
meet at other times during the week. There is also a lot of relational ministry that takes place throughout the
week as youth ministers visit schools, games, etc.
Highlights
• Students accepting Christ and being baptized
• Moved into our new facility and doubled in attendance
• Had our second annual Fusion retreat. Two more youth groups were added this year making a total of
nine churches represented by 175 students. SSCC had 100 youth participate in the Fusion Retreat.
• Development of swat team of parents volunteering their time to help keep students and facilities safe.
• Winter Retreat in Covington with over 110 SSCC students participating. Many made decisions for
Christ and/or were challenged to go deeper with God.
• Implementation of parent night and consistent communication with parents via email
• The Nashville Week mission trip where a small group of our high school students were challenged to
authentic worship, deeper Bible Study, and radical service for others in the name of Jesus.
• Adult leadership training day at youth specialties in Jacksonville.
• Special events- Open Mic Nite, concerts, Christmas Party, rising 9th graders pre GP, Grad. Night
• Strong student leadership teams overseen by adult leaders (ie…praise & tech)
• Series: The Good Fight, Love Sick, Forward Motion, Worship, Reflections, Dating, A World Christian
2009 Vision
• Stronger focus on developing student and adult leaders
• Utilize parent base to better meet ministry needs through volunteers
• Develop a youth council team for support
• Practicing principle of less is more
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Rush Hour
Rush Hour is the middle school of ministry of SSCC. The main environment meets on Sunday mornings at 11
am in the Roof Top. This time consists of worship, teaching, and small groups. There is also a lot of relational
ministry that takes place throughout the week as youth ministers visit schools, games, etc.
Highlights
• Students accepting Christ and being baptized
• Moved into our new facility and doubled in attendance
• Had our second annual Fusion retreat. Two more youth groups were added this year making a total of
nine churches represented by 175 students. SSCC had 100 youth participate in the Fusion Retreat.
• Developed a better strategy for registration and system to utilize volunteers to serve
• High school students serving at Rush Hour made some strong relationships through serving in small
groups and other student impact areas
• Winter Retreat in Covington with over 110 SSCC youth participating. The students were greatly chal-
lenged in their walk with God.
• Student Life Camp – 17 youth were powerfully impacted by this summer camp with several making
decisions for Christ.
• Consistent communication with parents and leaders via email
• Adult leadership training day at youth specialties in Jacksonville.
• Special events- Movie nights, 8th grade princess party, rising 6th grade cookout, middle school Pre
G.P., Back to school picnic, Rafting trip
• Provided a better quality of worship for middle school students
• Series: The Good Fight, Love Sick, Forward Motion, Worship, Reflection, Finding Jesus in Finding Nemo,
Give Me a Line
2009 Vision
• Rethink “reach In” small group component for middle school.
• Implement Parent night for middle school parents and students
• Increase by at least 6 adult male leaders and 3 females
• Stronger focus on developing student and adult leaders including Student Impact
• Utilize parent base to better meet ministry needs through volunteers
• Practicing principle of less is more
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Family Life Ministry / Counselor Report
Submitted by Barby Westmoreland
Counselor on Staff
During 2008, there were approximately 5 to 8 weekly consultations as an on-staff counselor. Probably 98% of
the consultations and assessment reveal relationship issues or issues of personal lack of integrity resulting in
guilt, shame, fear and dysfunctional fight or flight responses. There has been a definite increase in marital dis-
tress. Each client is assessed in the depth of their personal understanding of a relationship with Christ and ap-
propriately referred to a small group, mentor, mental health professional, clergy, etc. Family Life coach handles
any short term counseling needs.
Good Grief is a grief care and support group started several years ago that meets weekly on Thursdays at noon
at the church led by Betty Smith and Lina Paulson. This wonderful group helps anyone seeking a better under-
standing of the grief process, or anyone looking for a supportive community in the grief journey.
During 2008, we trained another 10 marriage mentor couples bringing our total number of trained couples to
30. We have learned that every couple who completes the training benefits immeasurably in their own mar-
riage, as well as becoming much better equipped to minister to others. During 2008, over 20 couples were
a part of our marriage mentoring process. For 2009, we would like to see at least 15 more mentor couples
trained as well as more couples take advantage of a marriage mentor relationship.
During 2008, RLM Max offered two parenting classes with moderate success. We had quite a number of people
sign up, but very few actually attended. Will look to see how we can become more effective in any elective of-
ferings during 2009.
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Missions Update
Submitted by the Missions Sending Team
The Missions Sending Team was formed in 2003 to help us become more effective stewards of the resources
God has provided us here at SSCC and also to develop strategic partnerships locally, nationally, and interna-
tionally with Christian organizations and missionaries. We seek to financially support these partnerships and in
some cases, send short-term teams to work alongside of them. We would rather seek to invest heavily in a few
individuals and organizations than to use a shotgun approach. Our philosophy is to narrow our focus with like-
minded organizations and individuals so as to maximize our investment dollars for the sake of God’s kingdom.
In 2008, we were able to send teams to Romania, Nicaragua, Haiti, and Bolivia. A portion of the funding for
these trips came from the proceeds of the Annual Mission Golf Tournament fund raiser, which raised $15,000.
The following is a list of our monthly commitments and one-time gifts during the year 2008. In addition,
$18,000 benevolence dollars went to meet the needs of individuals within our congregation and community.
These monies went to help families and individuals who were in need of assistance. Praise God that we have
been able to be the hands and feet of Jesus to many who have found themselves in a place of need. Be as-
sured that these were legitimate needs and were received with much gratitude to God and our church family.
Monthly Commitments
Individuals
Jen White Mailbox Club $500
Carole Kenney Campus Crusade for Christ $700
Ted & Ticiana Gordillo Campus Crusade for Christ $700
Travis Todd Campus Crusade for Christ $500
Matthew Anderson Campus Crusade for Christ $500
Dave & Nancy Johnson Worldwide Discipleship Association $300
Matei Branistareanu (Dragos, Marian, & Florian) Romania $1,300
Sherrie Fausey Christian Light Foundation $700
Emory & Mary Wilson Christian Light Foundation $500
Miguel & Edly Zucchetti Baptist International $500
Tammy Hutchins Kirubai Homes $500
Charles & Martha Schuman Campus Crusade for Christ $500
Hurley McGahan International House of Prayer $300
Boniface Mosati Kenya $700
Organizations
CareNet Pregnancy Center Brunswick, GA $500
The Gathering Place Brunswick, GA $500
Living Well Ministries Brunswick, GA $500
Sparrow’s Nest Brunswick, GA $300
Mary House Brunswick, GA $150
Manna House Brunswick, GA $200
Fellowship of Christian Athletes Brunswick, GA $300
Total $2,450
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One-Time Gifts
Individuals
Boniface Mosati Kenya $9,700
Miguel & Edly Zucchetti Baptist International $4,800
William Bateman Hikes 4 Fathers $2,000
Megan Fleeman Global Outreach $1,000
Cannon Phillips Global Outreach $1,000
Nick Moore Global Outreach $1,000
Kathryn Fowler Global Outreach $1,000
Megan Houck Global Outreach $1,000
Michelle Kuykendall Global Outreach $1,000
Lavy Fernandez Global Outreach $1,000
Scott Dawson Evangelistic Association $500
Cierra Loftin Café 1040 $1,500
Ted & Ticiana Gordillo Campus Crusade for Christ $2,500
Organizations
St. Marks Episcopal Bluefield, Nicaragua $3,110
Much Ministries Waynesville, GA $6,000
Children in Action Sports Brunswick, GA $2,000
Habitat for Humanity Brunswick, GA $5,000
Total $44,110
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Staff and Elders of
St. Simons Community Church
Full Time Staff
David Yarborough Pastor
Steve Temmer Discipleship Pastor
Jim Kay Administrative Pastor
Jon Blankenship Youth Pastor
Justin Davidson Associate Youth Pastor
Fred McKinnon Worship Pastor
Travis Paulding Director of Technology
Chris Moncus Associate Technology Director
Deb Kay Director of Children’s Ministry
Pam Scoggins Director of Tiny Town
Bo Mann Children’s Media Director
Jenifer Phillips Director of Hospitality
Laura Bird Administrative Assistant
Anne Ditmer Receptionist
Shannon Winters Administrative Assistant
Ron Hannon Facilities Manager
Jamie Goldstone Facilities Assistant
Elders
David Yarborough Larry Wade
Joe Fendig Curt Coleman
Charles Reeves Hank Ash
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