What Is Soth.net?

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Soth.net is the website of Shepherd of the Hills Presbyterian Church (USA), a neighborhood church that describes itself as "a vibrant hub for spiritual growth, community, partnership, and care for creation." If you are looking for a church to visit, a Sunday service to watch online, or a community group to join, this site is where you will find the schedule and details. The information below comes from the site's own pages.

What the Site Offers

The homepage functions as a central hub for the church's activities. Its main sections cover:

  • Sunday worship — held at 9:30am, in person and via live stream
  • Adult education — Bible studies after Sunday worship
  • Kids' Connection — Sunday offering for grades K–8th, most Sundays September through May
  • WorkShip Sundays — hands-on service projects combined with worship
  • Support groups — a Grief Group and a Caregiver Support group, both open to the wider community
  • Upcoming events — a dated list with details and RSVP links

Sunday Worship and Live Streaming

Worship takes place at 9:30am. The site states that everyone is invited and that you can "come as you are" — some regular attenders dress more formally, while others wear jeans and a t-shirt.

If you cannot attend in person, the service is streamed live at 9:30am. The page also links to previous messages and offers a YouTube channel as a backup "if you're having trouble" with the main stream. A downloadable bulletin (for example, the October 4 bulletin) is posted alongside the stream.

Events and Groups

The events section lists recurring and one-time gatherings with dates, locations, and RSVP options. Examples shown on the site include:

Event Typical Timing Location
Grief Group Multiple dates (e.g., Tue, Oct 06) Shepherd of the Hills Library
Caregivers Support Group Multiple dates (e.g., Thu, Oct 08) Zoom
Blessing of the Animals Sun, Oct 11 Shepherd of the Hills Presbyterian
Scot Sunday Sun, Oct 25 Shepherd of the Hills Presbyterian
Trunk or Treat Sat, Oct 31 Shepherd of the Hills

Both the Grief Group and the Caregiver Support Group are described as open to all members of the community, and you can join at any time.

First-Time Visitors

A few details worth knowing before you go:

  • First Sunday of the month is "All Together" worship, with all ages and stages together in one service.
  • Kids' Connection runs at the same 9:30am hour for grades K–8th, most Sundays from September to May.
  • Adult Bible studies follow the worship service on Sunday mornings.
  • The site lists a physical address for the church, and the Caregivers Support Group meets over Zoom at a posted link.

What the Site Does Not Cover

The homepage does not publish pricing, membership requirements, or a full statement of beliefs. The only pricing-related signal is a "subscribe" keyword, with no payment links or platforms listed — so do not assume any program is free or paid based on the site alone. For specifics like giving, membership classes, or denominational details, you would need to contact the church directly or explore beyond the homepage.