Asides
Recognizing that we are one in Christ, and realizing the crucial need in our day to promote racial reconciliation, both in our world in general, and the church in particular, we want to announce a strategic partnership between Mount Zion Bible Church and South Church, both of Lansing.
We desire to commit ourselves to the mutual encouragement and support of one another in furthering the kingdom of God.
Breaking Down Walls
A series of talks on racial reconciliation by the Church.
Resources: Class Info | Class Documents
9 Things You Should Know About the Black Church
Helping each other article
The Kids’ Connection Archives
During the time we could not meet in the church building, South Church’s children’s ministry brought Son View Mountain to them! This archive of Kids’ Connection videos were broadcast each Sunday after the morning service, and featured the Gospel Project lessons, songs and a little fun as well!
In the midst of these crazy and unprecedented times, there is a lot of confusion. There is a lot of concern. People are racing around looking for something to hope in and to hang on to. This is the perfect time to turn to the Word of God, to study the Word together. Please join me via the website for a daily on-line devotional entitled, Loving Truth. When we study the word of God, we invite the presence of God to invade our lives. I look forward to connecting with you each day so we can hear God’s voice and find hope and encouragement. Pastor Don Denyes
Ministry Assistant to Pastor Don, Pastor Joel, and Pastor Nick
Born and raised: Born in Grove City, Pennsylvania and grew up in Lansing
Education: Michigan State University (BA Elementary Education; Language Arts specialization; minor Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages); MSU (teacher certification)
Ministry Experience: Interned for the Children’s Ministry at South for a total of 5 summers; interned for the College Ministry for a year; interned for the Student Ministry for one summer; FireUp after-school program at Cavanaugh Elementary for 5 years
Hobbies: Traveling, hiking, skiing, camping, reading, poetry, art, being an aunt (it rocks!)
Community Activities: directing/choreographing kids musical theatre
Testimony: The majority of my growing up experience was here at South with parents who are very wise. They raised my 3 brothers and I to go beyond just “doing the right thing” and consistently pursued teaching our hearts to seek God above all else – a task that required lots of perseverance! I decided that I wanted to have Jesus as my Savior at age 6. From there, I’ve spent my life learning that He is also my Lord. He has shown me the importance of discipleship, the necessity of spending personal time with Him in His Word, and the significance of opening my eyes to see what He sees and serve Him where He needs hands to serve. He has taught me that taking ownership and repenting of my guilt and sin allowed me to experience true forgiveness when He died with my burden upon Himself – and rose from the dead, offering a life of forgiveness to anyone who chooses to acknowledge their need of Him.
Equippers is a series of workshops aimed at equipping us as Christians to build up the body of Christ and serve the community around us. (Eph. 4:11-12). Topics include: How to Study the Bible, How to Share Your Faith, Engaging with Technology in Light of the Gospel, and many more.
Workshops will begin the second week of January.
And He gave some as apostles, some as prophets, some as evangelists, some as pastors and teachers, for the equipping of the saints for the work of ministry, for the building up of the body of Christ;
Ephesians 4:11-12
When Equippers Classes are scheduled, they will appear below and you can find more details and sign up there.
Upcoming Sessions
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
What’s the best love you’ve ever known? Join us and journey through Paul’s letter to the Philippians in the new Discipleship Explored class written and presented by Barry Cooper, co-writer of Christianity Explored. This class is ideal for believers at any stage of the Christian life. It goes beyond simply teaching the right moves – go to church, pray, read the Bible, share the gospel – and focuses on the music which drives discipleship: the love of Christ.
For more information contact info@southlife.org or follow the instructions when upcoming events are listed below.
Upcoming Sessions
Who is Jesus? Why did He come? What does it mean to follow Him? This 7 week course is perfect for a sincere seeker of spiritual truth or a skeptic who has real questions about the Christian faith. It is also a perfect opportunity for a seasoned saint to bring along a non-believing friend. Join Pastor Joel Wayner for this seven-week course.
For more information contact info@southlife.org or follow the instructions when upcoming events are listed below.
Upcoming Sessions
It hurts to lose someone. Find help at GriefShare. South has a GriefShare ministry. Be a part of a friendly, caring group of people who will walk alongside each other through one of life’s most difficult experiences. You don’t have to go through the grieving process alone. Meeting Thursdays throughout the year, please contact us here for more information.
Upcoming Events
I Will Survive and Thrive Cancer support group will be meeting the first Monday of the month at Noon in the Fireside Room. We will enjoy caring and sharing time together. We hope you are able to join us.
Grief Support Group: Help, hope, and encouragement after the death of a spouse, child, family member, or a friend. Grief Share is a special weekly seminar and support group designed to help you rebuild your life after losing a loved one. Thursdays, January 8-April 2, 2026. Room 111. 6-8 pm.
Please RSVP by call or text to Jackie Hudson 517-622-0024 or Tami Warren 517-281-7631
Grief Support Group: Help, hope, and encouragement after the death of a spouse, child, family member, or a friend. Grief Share is a special weekly seminar and support group designed to help you rebuild your life after losing a loved one. Thursdays, January 8-April 2, 2026. Room 111. 6-8 pm.
Please RSVP by call or text to Jackie Hudson 517-622-0024 or Tami Warren 517-281-7631
Never Alone (widows) group meets on the 4th Thursday of each month at 1:00 pm. To find out the current month’s location and reserve a spot, call Carol Senard at (517) 256-1122 or Lois Freeman at (517) 449-3279 by Wednesday before the luncheon. These are usually the fourth Thursday of the month.
- July 24 Lucky’s, Okemos Rd., north of Jolly Rd.
- August 28 Buddy’s in Holt, at Holt Rd and Aurelius
- September 25 Acapulco in Frandor Mall across from Olga’s, Mexican cuisine
- October 23 Longhorn Steakhouse, in from of Lansing Mall
- Novermber 20 Bob Evans, W. Saginaw, near I-96
- December 18 Bravo’s, Eastwood Towne Center, Lake Lansing Rd.
Grief Support Group: Help, hope, and encouragement after the death of a spouse, child, family member, or a friend. Grief Share is a special weekly seminar and support group designed to help you rebuild your life after losing a loved one. Thursdays, January 8-April 2, 2026. Room 111. 6-8 pm.
Please RSVP by call or text to Jackie Hudson 517-622-0024 or Tami Warren 517-281-7631
Grief Support Group: Help, hope, and encouragement after the death of a spouse, child, family member, or a friend. Grief Share is a special weekly seminar and support group designed to help you rebuild your life after losing a loved one. Thursdays, January 8-April 2, 2026. Room 111. 6-8 pm.
Please RSVP by call or text to Jackie Hudson 517-622-0024 or Tami Warren 517-281-7631
I Will Survive and Thrive Cancer support group will be meeting the first Monday of the month at Noon in the Fireside Room. We will enjoy caring and sharing time together. We hope you are able to join us.
Grief Support Group: Help, hope, and encouragement after the death of a spouse, child, family member, or a friend. Grief Share is a special weekly seminar and support group designed to help you rebuild your life after losing a loved one. Thursdays, January 8-April 2, 2026. Room 111. 6-8 pm.
Please RSVP by call or text to Jackie Hudson 517-622-0024 or Tami Warren 517-281-7631
Grief Support Group: Help, hope, and encouragement after the death of a spouse, child, family member, or a friend. Grief Share is a special weekly seminar and support group designed to help you rebuild your life after losing a loved one. Thursdays, January 8-April 2, 2026. Room 111. 6-8 pm.
Please RSVP by call or text to Jackie Hudson 517-622-0024 or Tami Warren 517-281-7631
Grief Support Group: Help, hope, and encouragement after the death of a spouse, child, family member, or a friend. Grief Share is a special weekly seminar and support group designed to help you rebuild your life after losing a loved one. Thursdays, January 8-April 2, 2026. Room 111. 6-8 pm.
Please RSVP by call or text to Jackie Hudson 517-622-0024 or Tami Warren 517-281-7631
Ministry Assistant to Pastor Keith and Pastor Tim
Born and raised: Koutiala, Mali, West Africa
Education: Cornerstone University in Grand Rapids, MI, (Masters in TESOL & Business Administration); Siena Heights University, Adrian (BA Social Work)
Ministry Experience: Sunday school teacher at the Evangelical Church of Torokorobougou, Bamako, Mali for 4 years. Member and treasurer of Youth Group of the Church of Torokorobougou for 2 years.
Sunday school Volunteer of preschoolers at Trinity Church, Lansing, MI for 2 years.
Spouse: Michael
Kid: Bradley
Hobbies: Gardening, crocheting, and watch movies
Testimony: I was raised in a Christian home and accepted Jesus Christ as my Lord and Savior at the age of twelve. I was involved in church activities such as Sunday School, choir and Bible studies. Even though I had much exposure to the Word of God it was not until I attended a youth conference in Bamako, capital of Mali that really understood the good news of what Christ has done for me. He died to save me from my sins not only that he delivered me from my fears. Since then, I have developed a personal relationship with Christ. He has been my source of strength, hope and peace wherever I go.
Friday
The Relationship Continues
John 21:1-19; Acts 1:4,8
Even though I mess up, God still loves me and will never leave me.
Thursday
The Relationship Restored
Mark 15:22-16:7
Jesus gave His life
to be my Savior.
