A Prayer for Our Steele Hill Church Family, Friends and Community
Heavenly Father, We thank You for the gift of our church family and the love that binds us together. Bless every home represented in our fellowship. Strengthen those who are weary, comfort those who are hurting, and fill each heart with Your peace. Guide us to walk in unity, serve with compassion, and shine Your light in our community. May Your presence go before us in all we do. Amen.
A Prayer for Those Who Grieve
Merciful God, Wrap Your loving arms around our families and friends who are walking through seasons of loss. Bring them quiet moments of peace when the ache feels heavy, and remind them that they are never alone. Strengthen their hearts, steady their steps, and surround them with compassion that reflects Your own. May Your promise of eternal life bring hope, and may Your presence bring comfort that endures. Amen.
A Prayer for the Class of 2026 Gracious God, We lift up our graduates, the Class of 2026, with grateful hearts. Bless these students as they step into new chapters—guide their choices, strengthen their character, and surround them with Your peace. We pray also for the teachers and mentors who have poured wisdom, patience, and love into their lives. Renew their energy and fill them with joy as they continue shaping future generations. May Your hand be upon every path ahead, and may each graduate walk boldly in the purpose You have prepared for them. Amen
Circle The Date
Attention: Graduates and All Students in grades k - 11. Please click the link below to complete your profile sheet. Please email the completed profile and a school picture to fwitherspoon@steelehillamez.org by Friday, June 5. Thank You!
A Prayer for Fathers Loving God, As we prepare to honor fathers, we thank You for the men who guide, protect, and nurture with strength and tenderness. Bless every father, grandfather, and father‑figure in our church family. Renew their spirits, encourage their hearts, and fill them with wisdom for each day. For those who grieve, those who hope, and those who carry heavy responsibilities, surround them with Your comfort and grace. May their lives reflect Your steadfast love and inspire the generations that follow. Amen
Pull Up to The Hill
A Prayer for June Celebrations!
Faithful God, We rejoice with our church family as we celebrate June birthdays and anniversaries. Thank You for the gift of life, love, and the blessing of shared journeys. Pour out Your favor on each person marking a special day this month—grant them joy, health, and peace. Strengthen marriages, deepen friendships, and guide every step with Your wisdom. May these celebrations remind us of Your goodness and the beauty of community. Amen
May 30 - Margretta Morrison May 31 - Mary Tims May 31 - Arielle Walls
June 2 - Melvin Torrence June 2 - Mary Ruth Witherspoon (What can be more special? Her grandson Lee is graduating high school on her birthday) June 3 - Margaret McIlwain June 4 - Amaya Waiters June 4 - Ava Chapman June 5 - Doris Waiters June 5 - Lillie Mae Coffey
To The Mother's Day Committee
"Just want you to know how much I enjoyed (as always) your celebration for Mothers. Thank you for each useful item put in the lovely bag, the meaningful message via the skit and speaker - as well as a craft exercise that we could all complete. The food, needless to say, continues to be DELICIOUS! Down to the smallest detail shown in your decorations, and the friendly smiles of those who greeted us... The Mother's Day Committee continues to make "Mother's Day" very special and we are all grateful." Shirley Allen (sister of Emma Barnes and Aunt of Melissa Barnes) PS Ms. Allen mailed this note to Doris Waiters
May 29 - Minister Randy & Frances Tyson
Sunday School
Lesson 14- May 31, 2026
Adult Unit III: Fulfilling Our Obligation to God and Society Adult General Lesson Title: Fellowship through Worship Adult Topic: Provoke One Another! Background Scriptures: Nehemiah 28: 18-20, Micah 4: 1-2, Psalm 122: 1-9 ; Matthew 28: 18 - 20, Hebrews 10:19-25
Home Daily Readings Friday, May 29 ~ Matthew 18: 15 - 20 Restoring Healthy Relationships Saturday, May 30 ~ Acts 4:32-37 Fellowship through Common Property Sunday, May 31 ~ Hebrews 10: 19 - 25
Tuesdays @ 6:30 PM
In - Person or Zoom
Rev. Dr. Jerret C. Fite, Bible Study Leader
Lesson 1
Acceptance & Rejection
Jason was a young teenager with major emotional problems. He had been on drugs, in and out of juvenile court, and was often in trouble. He was a loner and had virtually no friends. One of the worst parts of the day was lunch. He always sat at the same table in the school cafeteria, not with kids that were friends that he could talk to, but with kids that were neutral and at least didn’t reject him. One day there was just one seat left at that table, but when he went to sit down, the class bully kicked the chair away and told the other kids to spread out their elbows and not let Jason get in. Jason eventually shoved his way in and later, for a reason not relevant to this part of the story, got suspended for three days. 1. Are you ever the bully? In what way? Are you ever like the kids who spread their elbows? How? When? Do you ever feel like Jason? When? Why? 2. Thinking of the kids at the table, why are Christians so often afraid to speak out and take a stand for what is right? Are you willing to tell someone he is drinking too much? That he has a problem with anger? That he is a hypocrite? 3. Are you willing to stand up for what is true? For what you know is right? Speak out when someone in your group, possibly even the leader, is going in the wrong direction? (Mark 2:15-17) Be careful that you are not overly judgmental. 4. When Jesus went back to Capernaum, he was rejected (Mark 2:15-17). Why? Do we sometimes reject someone we know too well? Are we sometimes rejected because we are too well known? What can or should we do about this tendency? 5. What hinders us from listening and learning from the people we know well? 6. Jesus was also rejected by the Pharisees for his radical teaching. Many people continue to reject it today. Why do some people accept his teaching and others not? (John 12:37-50, especially 12:42-43) 7. You’re on a missions trip. The leader has a heart for Christ but, you soon learn, the brain of a hamster. You a) bail out as soon as possible, b) make the most of it, c) vow to never go on another trip with that organization, d) speak to the leader, e) talk to the other participants about the idiot leader, or f)__________________.
Notes:
- We all wrestle with the same thing: the Sickness of Sin
- Move "Me" out of the way
- God is calling you to do something different - We may be afraid of something different
- Danger in the unknown
June 2: Lesson 2: Suffering
1. Is suffering universal, i.e., do we all suffer? (Ezekiel 21:4, John 16:33) A) Yes, everyone suffers. B) Most people suffer, but some do not. 2. It seems that some people suffer more than others. Why is this? (Isaiah 55:8-9, Psalm 73:16-17, 135:6) A) They were bad and God is punishing them. B) It is God’s will, but not his punishment. C) You sow what you reap. D) They were in the wrong place at the wrong time. E) It is random chance. F) No one knows.
3, Does the Lord sometimes desert you in your suffering? (Isaiah 41:10, Lamentations 3:19-24, Philippians 4:6-7) After all, if God deserted Jesus (briefly) when he was dying on the cross, why wouldn’t he desert you? (Matthew 27:46, Mark 15:34) 4. Is it sometimes good to suffer? Is there a benefit to it? Are there reasons for suffering? (Psalm 119:71, Romans 5:3-4, James 1:2-4, John 9:1-3) 5. Could God possibly allow some pain and suffering to get your attention? (Psalm 94:12, 119:71)
6. In addition to getting your attention, do you think God might allow suffering as part of his refining process? (Job 23:10, 33:14-20, Psalm 66:10, Proverbs 17:3, Isaiah 48:10) 7. Have you personally experienced suffering as part of God’s refining process? How? When? Did it work? Did it last or is it something that God must repeat over and over? Why?
Prayer List
Willie Morrison: Home from Hospital/Rehab Frances Morrison (Doris Waiters Mother) Recovering from stroke Aubrey Perry Queenetta Adams Deonne Wright Barnes Family Tyson Family Kevin Evans (Mozelle Williams son) Brenda Walker Melvin & Shirley Witherspoon The Gregory Family Rev. Victor Patterson & Family (His mother is cancer - free) Joyce Goodwine Davis Family Jacqueline Lindsay Linda Harris Carolyn Hartford Elizabeth Pearson Joseph Taylor Carolyn Carter Richard Green Larry Durant, Jr, Keith Wilkes
Please contact Sister Johnnie Lewis (919.221.8857) to add someone to the praise report or prayer list.
A Prayer for Healing and Recovery
May God’s gentle presence surround all who are ill today. May His strength uphold you, His peace calm your spirit, and His healing love restore you fully. We lift every name, every need, and every quiet worry to the Lord, trusting in His mercy, His comfort, and His renewing grace.
Amen.
A Prayer for Our Pastor and First Family Gracious God, we thank You for the faithful leadership and friendship of Rev. Dr. Fite, First Lady Andrea Fite, and their family. Cover them with Your strength, renew their spirits daily, and surround their home with peace. Bless their health, their joy, and every work of their hands. May Your wisdom guide them, Your love uphold them, and Your favor go before them in all things. Amen.
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A Prayer for the Lancaster District
Gracious and Almighty God, We lift before You the Lancaster District—our fellowship of 22 churches united in purpose, mission, and love. Thank You for the rich tapestry of believers, ministries, and communities that make up this district. Strengthen every pastor, leader, and member as they labor faithfully in Your vineyard. We give special thanks for the leadership of our Presiding Elder, Rev. Dr. Joel D. Miles. Continue to grant him wisdom, clarity of vision, and the sustaining power of the Holy Spirit. Surround him with Your protection and peace as he guides this district with integrity and compassion. Bless each congregation with renewed commitment to discipleship, outreach, and spiritual growth. Let every sanctuary be a place where Your presence is felt, Your Word is proclaimed, and Your people are empowered to serve. Unify us in love. Ignite us with purpose. Equip us for the work ahead. May the Lancaster District shine as a beacon of hope, healing, and holiness in every community we touch. In Jesus’ name we pray, Amen
May 21, 2026 Greetings from Clinton College, We are excited to share Clinton College is currently seeking prospective student athletes who are interested in continuing their volleyball careers at the collegiate level for our upcoming 2026 season. As our volleyball program continues to grow, we are looking for motivated, talented, and dedicated students who would like to compete, develop their skills, and become a part of the Clinton College family. In addition to recruiting players, we are also seeking students who may be interested in serving as Team Managers and Media Managers for the volleyball program. These positions provide valuable hands-on experience in athletics, leadership, communications, sports management, social media content creation, and event coordination. We would greatly appreciate your assistance in sharing this opportunity with students, families, and members of your congregation who may have an interest in athletics or sports-related careers. Clinton College is committed to developing students both academically and personally while fostering leadership, teamwork, and community engagement. For additional information or to connect interested students with our program, please contact: Cortney Outing Head Development Coach Clinton College Volleyball Program 843-337-7307 COuting@ClintonCollege.edu Thank you for your continued support of higher education and student development. Sincerely, Coach Outing Clinton College
The volleyball team visited Steele Hill
Elections 2026
Rep. Jim Clyburn (D-S.C.) on Tuesday said the Palmetto State’s record-breaking early voter turnout could be attributed to residents’ anger over Republicans’ redistricting measure. “People were upset that this was taking place. And people tend to vote when they get angry. And people were very angry,” Clyburn told reporters hours after casting his ballot in Orangeburg, S.C. “I watched some of the interviews that were taking place at polling places today. And I don’t know if I’ve ever seen voters as animated as I saw them today,” he added. A total of 44,600 people voted in person by 3:00 p.m. Tuesday, nearly doubling the previous record for a single day of early voting in a primary election, according to the South Carolina Daily Gazette. Voters turned up in droves as the South Carolina state Senate considered a plan to advance a new congressional map that would put Clyburn’s majority-minority district in danger.
Ultimately, lawmakers struck down the measure in a 26-18 vote, rejecting President Trump’s push for the state to redraw its congressional maps.
In short, Clyburn’s impact on South Carolina is both political and symbolic: he has sustained a Democratic presence in a conservative state, influenced federal policy, and defended the state’s voting rights legacy, making him a central figure in South Carolina’s political landscape. Before Barack Obama, Clyburn was the highest-ranking African American in U.S. legislative or executive history KUOW. He has served as the No. 3 Democrat in Congress for years, behind Nancy Pelosi and Steny Hoyer Wikipedia. His 2020 endorsement of Joe Biden revitalized the Democratic campaign in South Carolina.
Early Voting Kicked Off on May 26 for SC June Primaries
COLUMBIA, S.C. (May 22, 2026) – The South Carolina State Election Commission (SEC) is reminding voters that they don’t have to wait until Election Day, Tuesday, June 9, to cast their vote. Voters can make their voices heard as early as next week, during the early voting period. “Early voting provides voters with additional options,” says Conway Belangia, Executive Director of the State Election Commission. “Whether voting before going on vacation or avoiding lines at their polling location, voters have flexibility in how they cast their ballot. Some voters may still prefer to vote on primary day, June 9, and should choose the option that works best for them. Voters should review the early voting locations and schedules for their county before casting their ballot, as some locations may have changed.”
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Coming Real Soon to a Track Near You!
"The time has finally come! After months of practicing, learning, and getting experience racing at different tracks, I’ll officially be competing in my local season at Charlotte Motor Speedway for the Annual Cook Out Summer Shootout on June 8th. This is a big moment for me and one I’ve been working hard toward, so I would love to invite my church family to come out and be part of it!"
Race Day Details
Location:
Charlotte Motor Speedway
Date: June 8th and June 9th (Note these dates are on a Monday and Tuesday)
Time: Gates open @5pm Race begins @6pm Bring EAR PROTECTION whether it’s Ear Plugs or Sound Dampening Headphones. FREE General Admission for the FIRST race if you bring a Cook Out cup! If you don’t bring a Cook out cup tickets are $13 per person Kids 12 and under get in FREE! TEAM BLUE MEMO: If you’re able to come support Jay, we ask that you wear something BLUE to represent the team color and help cheer on JT Performance! This is the moment many of you have been waiting for as I begin my Charlotte season after spending time preparing, practicing, and gaining experience in previous races. I’d truly appreciate any support, prayers, and familiar faces in the stands as we take this next step. Thank you so much for your support and consideration. It truly means a lot! Best, Jalin Taylor
School & Community
The Indian Land Warriors softball team is not yet the 2026 state champion, but they are playing for the Class 5A-Division II state title in a best-of-three series against the St. James Sharks. [1, 2] The championship status is currently pending due to a series of weather delays: [1, 2, 3]
- Game 1: Indian Land lost 5-3 in the opening game.
- Series Standing: St. James leads the series 1-0.
- Current Status: Game 2 was repeatedly rained out and pushed to Friday, pending completion.
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