Our next meeting will be Sunday, November 18 at 4:30 PM in the Fellowship Hall. June will have devotions.
Archive for 2018
Lutheran Women
Posted October 31, 2018 By adminLife to Life Discipleship
Posted October 31, 2018 By adminOur Life to Life Discipleship program has kicked off with the beginning of two small group studies. Just as the twelve apostles learned from their Master, Life to Life is an opportunity for church family members to study the Scriptures with their pastor and be equipped to become examples of a living faith. Over time, our small groups will expand, and more church members will become a part of this ministry. In time, we will see a discipling culture emerge where people joyfully
live out their faith, seeking God’s kingdom first, while sharing their faith with others. This is exactly how the apostles built the Church, and how it grew stronger over time. Meeting people where they are, sharing faith, and growing the church one life at a time.
Filed in Bible Study, Fellowship
Contact Information Needed
Posted October 31, 2018 By adminIn this “electronic age” we need to have up-to-date contact information in order to keep the congregation informed. If your contact information (home phone, cell or email) has changed, please let us know so you won’t miss out on important church news and happenings. We especially need to know if your land line telephone has been removed and you are using only cell phones. You can indicate changes on the friendship register page, use a “Change of Address” form in the pew racks or call the church.
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Married Couples Retreat
Posted October 31, 2018 By adminOur first annual Married Couples Retreat, to be held at beautiful Camp St. Christopher on Seabrook Island is less than ninety days away. This retreat will offer married couples from St. Jacob’s a time away for relaxation, Bible study and growing in faith together, while enjoying the beauty of God creation.
The retreat will begin at 7:00 pm. Friday, January 25 and continue through 11:00 am. Sunday, January 27. Participants may check-in on Friday as early as 3:00 p.m. Dinner on Friday is on your own. Registration fee is $300.00 per couple. We still have room for several couples to join in. Please register as soon as you can in case we need to arrange for additional lodging. Registration forms are available in the Narthex. Please contact Pastor David Nuottila if you have any questions.
Thanksgiving Eve Service
Posted October 31, 2018 By adminOur annual Thanksgiving Eve service of worship will be held on Wednesday, November 21 at 7:00 p.m. Join members of your church family as we lift our thanks and praise to God for all the blessings poured out upon His people. Invite your friends and neighbors and together we will make a joyful noise unto the Lord.
Filed in Other Happenings, Worship Service
All Saints Sunday
Posted October 31, 2018 By adminThe celebration of All Saints is Sunday, November 4th. During the Prayers of the Church, we will remember those members of St. Jacob’s who have joined the Church Triumphant since last All Saints Day. During the prayers, as each name is read, a candle will be lit in memory of our loved ones. We welcome the opportunity to remember those who have gone before us in faith, and look forward to the day when Christ reunites all of his people in glory.
Filed in Other Happenings, Worship Service
Wednesday Morning Bible Study
Posted October 31, 2018 By adminWednesday Morning Bible Study has resumed for those who are able to attend. We will be meeting in the fellowship hall on Wednesday mornings at 9:30 AM. For our topic we are taking a look at several beloved hymns, their history and what they teach us about God’s mercy and grace through Christ Jesus. We will especially look at the hymns for Advent and Christmas. Join members of your church family on Wednesday mornings for this study and learn more about some of the beloved hymns of the Church.
Coffee Fellowship
Posted October 31, 2018 By adminWe will have our Coffee Fellowship on Sunday, November 4 after the service in the Fellowship Hall.
Worship and Music News
Posted October 31, 2018 By adminOne of the busiest times of the church year is rapidly approaching. Between now and the end of the calendar year, there are many special services in the life of the church:
- All-Saints Sunday on November 4th when we remember our loved ones who have passed to the Church Triumphant
- Thanksgiving Eve service on Wednesday, November 21st at 7 pm when we pause to give thanks for all the gifts the Lord has given us
- Christ the King Sunday on November 25th which marks the end of the church year
- The season of Advent begins on Sunday, December 2nd with the Wednesday evening Advent services at 7 pm on December 5th & 12th; December 19th will be a Blue Christmas service (more to come in the December newsletter)
- Christmas Eve service at 7 pm on December 24th Day of Epiphany on Sunday, January 6th with a special musical offering presented by the combined choirs of St. Jacob’s and New Hope
Mark your calendars, make plans to join us for these services and invite friends to visit.
Soli Deo Gloria,
Laurie
Up and Going News
Posted October 31, 2018 By adminThe Up and Going made the annual Apple Run on September 26. Sandra boarded the bus and gave the devotions reminding us of 9/11 and God’s Love and Care. Thirteen members including one guest had a delicious meal at the Golden Coral in Hendersonville, NC. We went to the Lyda Farms and carefully chose apples, cabbage, tomatoes and other goodies. This is such a pretty place to visit and shop. We have been visiting Lyda Farms for 20 years. It sure has grown and developed beautifully. We made pictures and enjoyed walking through the displays. A storm was brewing so we loaded up and headed home. The bus was filled with laughter and conversation as we traveled home via I-26. Thankfully, we arrived at St. Jacob’s before the rain. We sincerely appreciate Gerald driving for us and helping load and unload our purchases.
