July 2026 Beacon

July 2026 Newsletter Summary

The July 2026 Binkley Baptist Church newsletter focuses on welcoming new leadership, introducing the church's new brand, celebrating summer ministries, and highlighting upcoming worship and fellowship opportunities.

Welcome to Executive Minister Rev. Kelsey Lewis Vincent

A featured article introduces Rev. Kelsey Lewis Vincent and her husband, Remy. She shares their journey together, their pets, their move to North Carolina, and her excitement about joining the Binkley community. The article emphasizes gratitude for the warm welcome and her eagerness to build relationships within the congregation.

Binkley's New Look

One of the newsletter's major announcements is the launch of Binkley's new visual identity, including:

  • A new church logo
  • A redesigned website
  • A unified branding strategy to better communicate the church's mission

The rebranding is intended to make Binkley more welcoming, recognizable, and consistent across print, digital media, and community outreach.

July Worship & Church Life

Highlights include:

  • Sunday worship at 11:00 a.m.
  • Communion on July 12
  • Worship with Children on July 12 and 26
  • Coffee with the Moderator on July 12
  • Council Meeting on July 20
  • Body Prayer Workshop on July 25
  • Sound Bath on July 18
  • Regular meetings for Senior Adults, Quilts of Love, Aging in Community, Grounds Committee, and Gift Card Giveout.

Children & Youth

The children's ministry celebrates a successful Vacation Bible School focused on "What Every Living Thing Needs." The newsletter thanks numerous volunteers who made VBS possible.

Additional updates include:

  • Youth returning from Camp Laurel Ridge
  • Worship with Children continuing twice in July
  • More family activities planned later this summer.

Music Ministry

Upcoming music opportunities include:

  • Summer Choir Sundays on July 19 and August 16
  • Taizé Service on August 16
  • Music Extravaganza on September 19
  • A September recital featuring flute, harp, and piano.

Calendar Highlights

  • July 3 – Office closes at noon
  • July 4 – Independence Day
  • July 6 – Church office closed
  • July 20 – Newsletter deadline and Council meeting
  • Regular worship each Sunday at 11:00 a.m.

Administrative Information

The final pages include:

  • July birthdays and anniversaries
  • Staff directory and contact information
  • July preaching schedule:
    • July 5 – Marcus McFaul
    • July 12 – Kelsey Vincent
    • July 19 – Susan Rogers
    • July 26 – Kaleb Graves

Overall Theme

July's newsletter centers on new beginnings:

  • Welcoming Rev. Kelsey Vincent.
  • Launching Binkley's refreshed identity and website.
  • Celebrating successful children's ministries and volunteer efforts.
  • Inviting the congregation to participate in worship, music, fellowship, and community-building throughout the summer.