Dear Church Family, As another month goes by, we are excited about the different opportunities we’ve been able to partake in. This past month we started the new Sunday school curriculum from “The Bible Project.” This curriculum does a fantastic job teaching kids through the entire bible looking for the focus of God’s promise of redemption as we see Christ in every story. If you would like to be a part of Sunday school, we are looking for volunteer teachers. Coming up later this week, we have our “trunk or treat” gathering, along with a “Halloween party” and youth “lock-in”. We are excited about the opportunity to fellowship together during these events. This year we partnered with “operation Christmas tree child”, providing gifts of Christmas presents to children around the world in need. This ministry has a beautiful opportunity to share the gospel with every child that receives a gift and has a wonderful disciple ship program for the children and their families. If you have not gotten a box yet, we still have some that need filling!
If you want to get involved with the youth and family program here at St. Jacobs, don’t hesitate to reach out! Blessings,
Youth and Family Ministry
Posted October 31, 2022 By adminTrunk or Treat
Posted October 15, 2022 By adminWe will be having a Trunk or Treat for the Church Youth and the community on October 28.
Golden Agers Sunday
Posted October 14, 2022 By adminOn Sunday, October 23rd, St. Jacob’s will celebrate the gifts and faithfulness of our Golden Agers. St. Jacob’s church family members who are 80 years and older will be our guests of honor. A congregational meal will immediately follow our service of worship. Join us on this special day when we give thanks to God for the wisdom, knowledge, and love our Golden Agers have shared for so long.
Operation Christmas Child
Posted October 14, 2022 By adminJoining with several local congregations, St. Jacob’s will participate in this year’s Operation Christmas Child. Please see the bulletin insert included this week for all details on how you can participate. Our goal is to supply 50 completed boxes.
Halloween Party And Lock-In
Posted October 14, 2022 By adminAll children of St, Jacob’s and their families are invited to a Halloween Party following our Trunk-or-Treat from 7:30-9:00PM on October 28th. The Halloween Party will be a time of fun and games for all. Following the Halloween Party, there will be a Lock-In for St. Jacob’s youth and their friends in 5th grade and up. Parents, please let Matt Burt know if your youth members will be attending.
Trunk-Or-Treat
Posted October 14, 2022 By adminPlease let Matt or Pastor David know if you will be decorating your vehicle and participating in this year’s Trunk-or-Treat. We look forward to having a great time of fun and fellowship as we welcome our costumed children and youth. Trunk-or-Treat will be held from 5-7PM on Friday, October 28th .
NALC Disaster Response
Posted October 14, 2022 By adminDue to response to Hurricane Ian, both Carolinas Disaster Response Warehouses are empty and in great need. As such, St. Jacob’s is collecting blankets and assembling Health Kits. A list of items for health kits is provided below. Men, women, and youth members of St, Jacob’s are encouraged to participate in the assembly of health kits on Sunday, November 6th in the Fellowship Hall beginning at 5:00PM. Our Chili Cook-Off will immediately follow.
Disaster Response Health Kit Contents
1 bath towel, 1 wash cloth, 1 travel size shampoo (3 oz), 1 bar bath soap, 1 toothbrush, 1 tube toothpaste (2 if travel size), 1 comb, 1 hairbrush, 1 deodorant, 1 nail clippers (optional), 1 dental floss We will also collect disposable diapers and disposable adult under garments. Blankets and these other items may be dropped off on the stage in the fellowship hall.
Chili Cook Off Championship
Posted October 14, 2022 By adminWho is the champion chef at St. Jacob’s? We will find the answer to that question as we enjoy a Chili Cook-off at 5:00PM on November 6th after we finish assembling health kits for the NALC Disaster Response Warehouse. Anyone may enter their best pot of Chili, (with beans or without). Matt Burt and his select panel of Judges will crown the 2022 St. Jacob’s Chili Champion. Come be a part of the fun and fellowship.
Up and Going Apple Run
Posted October 10, 2022 By adminOn Thursday, September 15, the Up and Going got up and going to the mountains in Hendersonville, NC. We shared a very nice lunch at Harry’s BBQ and Grille before heading out to Granddad’s Apple Orchard. Several of our members enjoyed fried apple pies and apple cider slushies while stocking up on delicious apples. Thank you to our van drivers, Davis, and Michael. A splendid time of fellowship was certainly enjoyed by all.
St. Jacob’s Lutheran Men
Posted October 9, 2022 By adminOur St. Jacob’s Lutheran Men welcomed Travis Bennet, Biologist for the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources, who gave a very interesting presentation on the various species of wildlife found in South Carolina.
Covering animals ranging from turtles to black bears, Travis provided information on the challenges concerning protection of wildlife in our state. As many would guess, the biggest challenge to numbers of many animals is the loss of their natural habitat due to development.
Prior to Mr. Bennett’s presentation, the men enjoyed a delicious meal of lasagna, salad, garlic bread, and dessert. Thank you to all who helped prepare our meal and thank you especially to Travis for his very informative program.
