Several years after her husband died, Peggy Smith moved to Park Springs, a senior retirement community near Atlanta, to be near family: Meg and Alan Rosselot and their two sons.
“I was determined to find a church that was a good fit for me,” said Peggy. “It didn’t need to be Meg’s church. I wanted to be part of a church where I would be challenged to stretch my boundaries, to deepen my faith, to improve my ability to focus on God’s call.”
Because of family connections, her first Sunday in town found her at Shallowford. She remembers the warm greeting and genuine welcome. That day, the Youth and Adult choirs filled the sanctuary with glorious music that touched her heart.
Despite her vow to visit other churches, Peggy kept returning to Shallowford, noting the insightful sermons, the many volunteer opportunities, the emphasis on inclusivity, and the variety of Sunday School classes and women’s circles. She also noticed how her grandsons and all the youth engaged with the church in meaningful ways, including youth groups, choirs, and various service projects.
Now, over six years later, she finds her faith continually strengthened by her involvement in worship, her Presbyterian Women’s circle, and Sunday School discussions. Peggy also appreciates opportunities to serve others.
“I am always more comfortable being in the background, on the organizational or ‘doing’ side rather than working directly with the public. The Shallowford Food Pantry, where I can restock shelves with filled food bags, is perfect for me.”
Shallowford delivered the challenge she wanted in multiple areas of church life. Needless to say, Peggy’s search ended where it started, at Shallowford!
