What If Every Business Looked Like This?
Salt and Light Newsletter
April 15, 2026
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Pastor’s Thoughts:
This past weekend, we celebrated the grand opening of Salt & Light Thrift, and what a moment it was. Yes, it was busy. Yes, it was exciting. And yes, I am incredibly thankful for everyone who served, gave, and showed up.
But what impacted me most wasn’t the crowd.
It was a comment.
Two men walked past the office, unaware that we could hear them, and one said, “Well… these people sure do love Jesus.”
That’s it. That’s the goal.
Not just to run a good store. Not just to serve the community. But to create a place where the presence of Christ is so evident that even those just passing through can feel it.
And here’s the truth I want us to wrestle with this week:
That shouldn’t be rare.
It shouldn’t take a “church-run business” for people to say, “Those people love Jesus.” That should be the testimony of every Christian, everywhere.
Why can’t that be said about every construction company, every real estate office, every coffee shop, every small business run by a believer?
Why do we so often separate our faith from our work?
Somewhere along the way, we bought into the idea that ministry only happens in a pulpit or a church building. But Scripture paints a very different picture. The marketplace is not separate from the mission. It is the mission field.
Your job is not a distraction from God’s calling. It is the place where your calling is lived out.
The way you treat people.
The way you conduct business.
The way you handle pressure, success, and failure.
The boldness with which you speak about Christ.
All of it is ministry.
Imagine if every Christian business owner made this their aim, not just excellence, but eternal impact.
Imagine if employees walked into workplaces where prayer wasn’t hidden, integrity wasn’t optional, and Jesus wasn’t just believed in privately but lived out publicly.
Imagine if customers left saying, “There’s something different about that place.”
That’s kingdom building.
Not just inside the walls of the church, but out in the streets, in the shops, in the everyday spaces of life.
Salt & Light Thrift is just one expression of that vision. But it’s not the only one, and it was never meant to be.
The real question is this:
What would it look like if you ran your life, and your work, in such a way that people couldn’t help but say, “Those people love Jesus”?
Let’s not limit the Gospel to Sundays.
Let’s take it everywhere.
Pastor Justin
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Salt & Light Thrift update
it has been a joy watching the store already begin to impact people in our community.
As things continue to grow, so does the need for more hands and hearts to be part of it.
Some of you may have a little time to give and would enjoy serving here and there. Others may be looking for something more consistent and structured.
Either way, there is room for you to step in.
Volunteers help us create the kind of environment where people feel welcomed, cared for, and even prayed over. And as a small thank you, volunteers receive $15 in Love Bucks for every 5 hours they serve.
We are also continuing to build our team with a few paid positions for those who are able to take on more responsibility and regular hours.
If you’ve been looking for a place to get involved, this could be it.
Sign up to volunteer here
Interested in serving or joining the team?
For hiring questions, contact Troy Barnes at 502-472-8577.
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Prayer Cards are located at the church entrances.
If you have a prayer request, please complete a prayer card and place it in the offering plate or boxes and someone will pray for you.
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Church Happenings
Wednesday at Salt & Light – April 15
6 - 6:45 PM - Dinner | Upper Lobby BBQ Pork and BBQ Chicken Sandwiches, Corn Pudding, Baked Beans, Coleslaw, and Dessert
A $5 donation is requested to cover food costs with additional going to the Building Fund. If you cannot make a donation, please join us for dinner, all are welcome.
7 PM - Worship
This Wednesday, we continue our series Wars and Rumors of Wars: The Olivet Discourse with a message from Matthew 24:28–31 titled “Do Not Be Ashamed.” Jesus shifts from warning about deception to revealing the reality of His return—one that will be visible, undeniable, and deeply personal. Join us as we consider not just recognizing His coming, but being ready to meet Him with confidence, not shame.
Wars and Rumors of Wars Study notes
Nursery - 5th Grade | Lower Level
Middle and High School Youth | Lower Level - with Aaron Philips
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This Sunday - April 19
10 AM - Bible Study Classes - Listed Below
11 AM - Worship
The Real House of David
Open Heart Surgery – II Samuel 12:1–14 This Sunday, we continue in The Real House of David as David is confronted by the prophet Nathan. In a moment that cuts straight to the heart, David’s hidden sin is exposed—and we’re reminded that what we try to cover, God calls us to confess. Join us as we see not only the weight of sin, but the healing that comes when we finally lay our lives open before the Lord.
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Sunday Bible Classes – 10 AM
Joe Dedman's Group - Upper Lobby - Adults
Verse-by-verse study through that day’s sermon scripture.
Led by Joe Dedman jdedman@montysplantfood.com
The Bible and the Constitution - Upper Lobby – Adults
The Bible is the source of the US Constitution. Study through the book “The Bible and the Constitution”
Led by Chris Duvall chrisduvall1@gmail.com
Glenn Toomey's Group - Lower Lobby – Adults
Verse-by-verse study through whole chapters of scripture.
A welcoming group active in home prayer meetings with prayer and fellowship. We seek to make Jesus the Lord of our lives and live that out daily in obedience to the calling of the Holy Spirit.
Led by Glenn Toomey gl.toomey@gmail.com
The Heart of Worship - Back of Stage – Adults and Youth
Led by Kirk Whitehouse Kirk@saltandlightky.org
Young Adults (Age 18-31) 10:05 - 10:45 AM - Near the Library
Verse-by-verse study through scripture.
Led by Cheri Grinnell Cheri@SaltandLightKY.org
Youth - 6-12th Grades - Verse-by-verse study through whole chapters of scripture
High School studying through the book of John with Paul Thomas | Upper Lobby
Middle School with Sarah Thomas | Lower Level Classroom off Main Hall Youth@SaltandLightKY.org_
Children – Birth-5th Grade – Lower Level Children's Area
Nursery and Bible classes for all ages
Children’s Ministry Director Jessica Walker 502-365-0839
New Members - 1st Sunday of Each Month - Upper Lobby
One-time class for new or prospective new members of Salt & Light to learn about the core aspects of our belief, the structure and missions of our church, and to find ways to get plugged-in.
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Agape Stitches - April 17th | 1- 3 PM Carol Gianzero's Home
2903 Brookside Ct. La Grange (In The Reserve at L'Esprit)
Ladies and teen daughters who enjoy sewing, quilting, knitting, and crochet are welcome and encouraged to attend. Please join us for our first meeting to fellowship and share ideas for this group.
There will be no childcare and sharp needles and other items will not be a good environment for young children.
Questions - Contact Carol 720-313-0251
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Prayer Meeting - Friday, April 17 | 6:30 PM Salt & Light
All are welcome as we gather to pray.
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Community Evangelism Outreach - Saturday, April 18 | 3 PM
Souls are saved through this ministry, let’s continue as the harvest is READY.
Meet in the front parking lot at 3 PM, divide into teams and pray before we go into the community from 3:30 - 5 PM.
Questions or weather concerns text Bruce Karcher 615-482-3158
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Family Game Night - Saturday, April 18 | 6 PM Upper Lobby
Salt & Light Church and Academy families and their friends.
Bring Games, Snacks, and Drinks to share
Please be aware: Everything - People and Food - stay in the Upper Lobby Fellowship Area.
Off Limits Areas:
Lower Lobby
Sanctuary - including the stadium seating
Classrooms and Library
If you are coming, please RSVP by text to Heather Milby 502-337-4251 - include your name if Heather does not have your contact information _________________________________________________________
VBS Work Day - Sunday, April 19 | After Service - 4 PM
Bring your lunch and join in our first work day! Any time you can give to prepare for Vacation Bible School will be appreciated.
Future Work Days - May 3 & 24, June 7 & 28, July 5, 12, & 19. Set Up Week July 12-18
Questions text Jessica Walker 502-365-0839
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Blaze Pizza Fundraiser for Salt and Light Academy
Monday April 20 | 5-8 PM
Paddock Shops Location 4118 Summit Plaza Drive Louisville
Show the attached flyer and 20% of your purchases go to SLA.
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Salt and Light Academy Contact: Michelle.Elliott@SaltandLightAcademy.com
Spring Showcase - Saturday, April 25 | 5:30 PM
Doors Open at 4:30 to enjoy the Penmanship and Art Displays before the program starts at 5:30 with Student Awards and “Two Vessels” performance by our Patriot Players Troupe in Theatre Arts.
Upper School (Grades 7-9) Student Openings - prospective students and families are encouraged to apply by completing the following online applications.
Application Portal:Start Here
Google Form Portal: Complete This Next
Now Hiring Mission-Minded Full-Time Educators
Teachers for 4th and 5th/ 6th Grades
Please send your resume to Michelle.Elliott@SaltandLightAcademy.com
Fundraising
Krispy Kreme - Digital Dozens Certificates sent to your email
50% goes to Salt and Light Academy
Order Here by April 30
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The Brotherhood Men’s Discipleship - Saturday, May 2 | 10:00 AM
Upper Lobby
Men 18 and up are welcome and encouraged to attend. _________________________________________________________
Youth - Grades 6-12 Youth@SaltandLightKY.org
Survivor Weekend - May 16 - 7 AM - May 17 11 AM Local Family Farm
Compete as teams, complete outdoor challenges and camp out.
Registration Deadline May 1st - $20 Donation Requested to cover t-shirts and other expenses Register Here
Mandatory Parent Meeting - Sunday, May 3rd after Service in the Youth Room
Sponsor a Youth Attending Summer Camp at Crossings
The total cost for each young person to attend Summer Camp is $400. For many of our families with multiple children in 6th - 12th grades that cost can be prohibitive. If you would like to sponsor a youth for this potentially life-changing week growing in their faith, please contact Paul or Sarah Thomas or email Youth@SaltandLightKY.org
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Young Adults | Next Chapter (Ages 18-31)
For anyone around 18–31 who wants to stay connected, build friendships, and grow in faith together.
Signal Group - to request to join and stay in the loop or with questions - text Joshua Rieth 502-230-6629 or Kaiden Perrodin 502-663-3681
Bible Study - Sundays | 10:05 - 10:45 AM - Meets near the Library
Questions? Email Cheri Grinnell - Cheri@SaltandLightKY.org
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Women of the Word Bible Study- Tuesdays | 9:45-11:30 AM
at Sharon Holbert’s Home
Contact Sharon 502-235-6687
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Homeless Ministry - Tuesdays | 5:30 PM Local Homeless Shelter
Share the gospel and bless the shelter residents with necessities.
Contact Bruce Karcher 615-482-3158 for details or to ride together.
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1613 Men’s Conference - July 17-18 Duke Energy Convention Center
525 Elm St, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Built for real Christian men facing real life battles. Join thousands answering the call to live with strength, courage, and honor.
Details and Registration Here
For more information contact Mike Anasis (859) 640-7081
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Lee Corps - Tuesdays | 7 - 9 PM Upper Lobby
Lee Corps provides a youth led, adult facilitated, Christian cadet program to foster leadership and a love for Christ in our community’s young men, ages 12-18. They excel in leadership and military skills preparation with a Christian worldview to serve their country and communities through training in tactics and field training, Christian apologetics, marksmanship, physical conditioning, and much more.
Lee Corps is not associated with or a ministry of Salt & Light Church but uses our facilities for their weekly training and welcomes interested young men to attend. No registration required.
Younger boys are welcome if they can sit through and be engaged in the presentations.
For more information LeeCorps.org or contact LtCol (Ret) Michael Muller (270) 300-1571
or Lauren Engle (502) 802-1688
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Serving Opportunities & Needs
Building Fund - The building purchase and maintenance needs continue in 2026. Thank you for prayerfully considering giving an offering toward the property purchase. Please memo your offerings “Building Fund”.
In 2021, when Salt & Light outgrew our former location, God provided the beautiful 71 acre property with a former horse auction facility and barn where we now gather as a church family.
We entered a lease to own agreement with a payment due December 31 of each year until the purchase is complete.
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Recurring Monthly Giving - As the Lord continues to grow His work among us, one way many choose to serve is through recurring monthly giving. This helps provide steady support for the ministry and allows us to plan wisely while trusting God completely.
If you’re interested, you can explore this option through our online giving page by visiting the website. Thank you for your faithfulness. "God truly does fund what He calls."
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Baptistry Maintenance - volunteer opportunity to serve caring for the draining, cleaning, refilling, etc. of the baptistry. For more details please email SaltandLightBC@gmail.com
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Food Pantry
Have you ever wanted to get involved with the food pantry but weren’t sure where to start? We would love to have you join us! One way to serve is by helping during our appointments with families in the community who visit. It’s a meaningful way to connect and be part of what God is doing through this ministry.
Bible Donations - The Food Pantry gives a Bible to many of our visitors. Children’s Bibles are especially popular. We are not requesting purchasing Bibles. If you have gently used Bibles that you no longer use or that your children have aged out of, it would be a blessing if you could donate them for us to share.
Meal Kits - purchase and assemble quick and easy dinner kits that include the recipe and all of the ingredients to prepare the meal. The kits don’t need to be fancy - quick, easy, and cost-effective are perfect and a big help for busy families.
Create kit(s) from your favorite simple recipes or check the Salt & Light Family Facebook group for posts with recipes.
Most Needed Items to Stock the Pantry
Ground Beef, Chicken, Turkey and Pork
Breakfast Sausage
Frozen Pizza
Frozen Lasagna
Eggs
Tuna
Hamburger Helper
Canned Fruit Cocktail
Chef Boyardee
Spaghetti/Pasta sauce
Please place food and Bibles in bags labeled “Food Pantry” on the hospitality counter near the Coffee Connection. Please ask the volunteers to place perishable items in the refrigerator.
If you prefer to donate financially, our volunteers will shop for you. Please designate “Food Pantry” on your check or when giving online.
Thank you for donating and praying for this ministry!
If you are in need of food or know someone in need, would like to volunteer to serve in the pantry, or have questions, please text Kristen Tingle 502-931-7987
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Children’s Ministry
For More Details or to Serve - text Jessica Walker 502-365-0839
Busy Bags - 2 volunteers are needed to serve weekly or bi-weekly to empty used items and replenish the busy bags provided to children who attend worship.
Teachers for 4-6 year old class - 11a Sundays
Music with the Children - if you are musically gifted, we would love for you to teach and sing Bible songs with the children twice each month or as you have time to share.
Substitute and Rotational Teachers are needed to fill in for 1 class or multiple weeks when regular teachers are unavailable or to give them a break for a month or so.
Special Needs - Volunteers are needed to serve as one-on-one buddies in class with children with special needs.
Vacation Bible School - July 20 - 24 | 6 - 8 PM
Emerald Crossing - An Irish Adventure through Psalm 23
Volunteers are needed in a variety of areas! Sign up now to serve.
Items Currently Needed: School Glue, Hot Glue Gun Sticks, 5 gallon Buckets (with or without lids), Newspapers, Zip Sandwich and Gallon Bags. Please take to the Children’s Ministry area in the Lower Level.
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Salt & Light Academy
Classroom Build Supplies Needed - new classrooms have recently been constructed and a few items are needed to complete the project. If you have any of these items you could donate, know a donor, or would like to give money to purchase supplies, please see the listing of needed items here.
Questions contact Kurt Shelton 502-387-0960
Lunch & Recess Volunteers - Interact with and help the children to give the teachers a planning period. A background check is required. Email Michelle Elliott michelle.elliott@saltandlightacademy.com
Please continue to pray, promote, and support Salt and Light Academy. Your ongoing giving keeps the school fully funded and tuition-free, and every gift matters.
One-time or auto pay weekly, bi-monthly, or monthly donations may be made or set up online Here
Donations of needed supplies for classes and the office are greatly appreciated. You can view and give through our Amazon Wish List
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Salt & Light Library
Open Sundays 8:30 - 11 AM and 15 min after service
Wednesdays 5 - 7 PM and 15 min after service
Volunteers Needed - Text Sharon Holbert 502-235-6687
Book Donations appreciated — view our wishlist:
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Family Communication Board
We have a bulletin board in the Upper Lobby inside the main entrance, on the wall above the giving box across from the Connection Point area, for you to post needs you would be blessed to receive and shares you would like to give.
Freely Receive - If you have a need - a service or item or a friend to do something with - please post it on the side of the board labeled “Freely Receive”.
Freely Give – when you have something to give - a lawn mower that still works, furniture you aren't using, a willingness to serve by sharing a skill or some spare time - please post on the side of the board labeled “Freely Given”.
Note papers are in the basket to write your give and receive notes to post on the board.
This is not a buy, sell, or trade board, but a family sharing board.
The only money that should be exchanged would be a paycheck if you are offering to hire someone.
Check our family sharing board often, there may be a message that will be a blessing for you!!
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Care Ministry
If you are in need of care (hospital, long-term facility, homebound), please contact Salt & Light at 502-265-6828
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Stay Connected – Join Our Facebook Groups
Stay encouraged and connected!
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Have an Announcement of an Event or Volunteer Need?
Please email new submissions by Monday each week to Marie Long at Long12686@gmail.com
Thanks for helping us keep everything clear and timely!