ministry highlights
South Church’s ministries are active. Join us by taking part in our upcoming and continuing events.
“Thanks for checking out our website! Our mission at South is to glorify God by making disciples of Jesus Christ. The way we do this is by teaching the Bible, which is how God has revealed Himself to us. Wherever you are at in your relationship to God, we would love to help you take the next step in growing closer to Him!” – Pastor Keith Sova
upcoming events
The next events coming up; find the details below.
This month, we have the opportunity to help The City Rescue Mission of Lansing bless our community. We all know times are hard, so there is much need. There will be collection bins at several entrances. Bring a donation any time throughout the month of April and drop it in one of the bins.
- Ideas for donations:
- Salad Dressing, Large Bottles
- Canned Fruit
- Canned Vegetables
- Apple or Grape Juice, Large Bottles
- Cereal
- Laundry Detergent Pods
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Men’s T-shirts M to 5x
- Women’s T-shirts M to 3x
Please join the Legacy group for a nice lunch, a great message from Pastor Doug and some helpful information. The theme of this lunch is Family Reunion. We will talk about some things to keep our family safe, reminders about our Hope for the Caregivers information, and the value of staying involved in a Church Family. Just a reminder anyone over the age of 55 is a member of Legacy and we don’t card at the door. Please invite a friend. Thursday, January 15, 12-2:30 pm.
Equippers kicks off on Sunday, January 11 and continues through March 15.
Ephesians 4:11-12 “And he gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the pastors and teachers, to equip the saints for the work of ministry, for building up the body of Christ…”
Are you equipped for the Christian life? Whether new to the faith or a seasoned believer, we all need to be continually equipped for ministry, which is why we organize the “Equippers” series each year.
The authentic Christian life is an integration of knowing, being, and doing, which is why the Equippers courses are divided into the three content areas described below. Please take time to explore and register today Equippers_https://southlife.org/wp-content/uploads/Equippers_BRO_2026.pdf
Bible/Theology courses will focus on knowing God through His Word—the Bible. These courses will equip you to know God more deeply as you study His Word.
- BT 201- How to Study the Bible Room 206
Spiritual Formation courses will focus on being a more mature follower of Christ. These courses will equip you to be more confident and consistent in living the Christian life as you are led by God’s Word and Spirit.
Ministry Training courses will focus on doing the works of service which God has planned for you. These courses will equip you to do the ministry activities which are commanded in His Word.
- MT 101 – Evangelism Room 204
- MT 201 – Making Disciples Room 201
- MT 301 – Don’t Fire Your Church Members: Elder-Led Congregationalism (New) Chapel
Equippers meets on Sunday Nights
6:00pm…Equippers Courses (Classrooms)
7:15pm…Equippers Courses (Classrooms) End
Nursery is available during Equippers for Infant – Pre-K.
If you plan to use the nursery during Equippers you must sign up for 1 week (of the 9) to serve.
latest broadcasts
These are the latest sermons, services and videos from our pastoral staff for South Church.
January 11, 2026
“The Trusting Submission of God’s Beloved Son”
Matthew 4:1-11
Pastor Doug Phillips
January 11, 2026 PM
Equippers/Evening Service
“Don’t Fire Your Church Members”
Pastor Keith Sova
Musical Iterations of Advent
Bethlehem Express, Symphony of Christmas
South Church Choir & Orchestra, Kids’ Choir & Kingdom Rock Choir