On Sunday, May 25th we welcomed Ms. Amber Helms and her son James (Jace) into our church family. Amber and Jace come to us by way of transfer from Living Springs Lutheran Church in Columbia. We give thanks to God as we welcome them to St. Jacob’s.
Fellowship Archive
Welcome New Members
Posted May 29, 2025 By adminVacation Bible School
Posted May 20, 2025 By adminMark your calendars for VBS! The dates are Monday, June 23rd through Thursday, June 26th. A meal will be served starting at 5:45 PM each night. VBS will be from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM. There will be classes for all ages. Don’t miss the fellowship!
Point kids to Jesus, a faithful friend we can always trust. Guide kids on the ultimate Alaskan adventure where northern lights glow over majestic mountains, racing rivers, and glistening glaciers. As kids trek the tundra, they’ll explore how easy it is to lose sight of what’s true in our wild world today. Pointing them toward Jesus, True North VBS shows them that he is a faithful friend we can always trust. He’s our True North!
Finding your way in a world gone wild.
We have Jesus—our true north! Give kids a rock-solid foundation and point them to Jesus, their unmovable, unshakeable friend forever!
Summer Mission Trip
Posted May 14, 2025 By adminInquiries have been made to our North American Lutheran Church Disaster Response about scheduling a mission trip to the North Carolina Mountains this Summer. Per a conversation with others, it appears a good time to schedule such a trip is either the week of July 6th-12th or July 13th-19th.
We need to let the NALC Disaster Response coordinator know how may volunteers to expect, the type of service we could provide, and the dates we would be willing to serve. All housing accommodations would be arranged by NALCDR. Anyone interested in making a mission trip this summer should contact Pastor David so plans can be made.
Adult Confirmation
Posted May 10, 2025 By adminThe next meeting of our Adult Confirmation study will be on Monday, May 19th beginning at 6:30 PM in the church office for all who are interested in learning more about Lutheran theology, teaching, and worship. We will study elements of Luther’s Large Catechism, the Book of Concord and the traditions of Lutheran preaching and worship. No special materials are needed. This is not a study only for people who were not raised in the Lutheran Church. Many life-long Lutherans wonder why we do some things or have questions regarding liturgies or traditions. Participants will enjoy learning more and having their questions answered. Please let Pastor David know if you would like to participate.
Lutheran Men Ladies’ Night
Posted May 10, 2025 By adminThe Lutheran Men are hosting their annual Ladies’ Night on Sunday, May 18th at 6:00 PM in the Fellowship Hall. This special night is to honor our wives and other ladies who assist us with our sausage and barbecue fundraising projects. This year we will have a catered meal and also entertainment provided by a local musician. Please let Lynn or Davis know if you plan to attend.
Experiencing the Heart of Jesus
Posted April 30, 2025 By adminFor those who are working through the year long Bible study, “Experiencing the Heart of Jesus” we will have a time for conversation and encouragement to review what has been learned this far. We will meet in the church office on Tuesday, May 13th beginning at 6:30 PM. Do not worry if you have fallen behind. Everyone does at one time or another. Everyone is pretty much on their own schedule and the discussions will focus on personal reflections.
Up and Going
Posted April 30, 2025 By adminOn Thursday, April 10th, 2025 the Up and Going met in the Fellowship Hall for the monthly meeting and to prepare a very important yearly project, one of our favorite projects.
Team Leader, Helen greeted and welcomed everyone. The Fellowship Hall was pretty with spring and Easter decorations. Helen gave the devotions, reading the Easter story from Matthew, chapters 27 and 28. Devotions ended with prayers and thanksgiving for our meal.
A delicious covered dish meal was enjoyed by everyone. It is surprising the variety and wonderful tastes available for our enjoyment. Special thanks to our great cooks.
After lunch everyone jumped in to fill the Easter Bags for Hospice. Twelve members worked diligently and with amazing efficiency to fill each bag with approximately one pound of goodies. Special “Thank You” to all who brought goodies for the Easter Bags. At 2:00 PM, 144 Easter Bags were filled, everything cleaned up and put back in its place and the bags ready for delivery.
Fifty bags were delivered to Lutheran Hospice at White Rock and the balance to Prisma Hospice on Colonial Life Boulevard, Columbia. Both facilities were so excited to receive these Easter Bags for their Hospice patients, so often forgotten. Huge “Thank yous” were received by Ann Lindler and Helen Lindler as they made deliveries. What a grand and glorious day this had been!!! Sincere appreciation to everyone who helped make this project such a wonderful success.
May meeting is scheduled for Thursday, May 8th at 11:00 AM in the Fellowship Hall. Lunch will be a covered dish meal. See you then.
Helen
Team Leader for Up and Going
Youth News
Posted April 30, 2025 By adminMark your calendars, the youth are planning a congregational picnic for Sunday, June 1st, immediately following the service. Before the weather gets too hot, we need to take advantage of the picnic shelter. The youth will provide more information at the beginning of the church services in May. Make plans to wear comfy clothes on June 1st and join us for an afternoon of food and fun.
The youth began April with a cross walk for Lent and ended with a trip to Stars and Strikes.
We will meet May 4th and May 25th from 5:00-7:00 PM in the Fellowship Hall to work on plans for the picnic, share a meal and worship our Lord.
Easter Egg Hunt
Posted April 30, 2025 By adminThe Lutheran Women hosted the annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 12th. Children young and old had a visit with the Easter Bunny, made crafts, hunted eggs, and had snacks. Thank you to all the volunteers and participants that helped make this year’s Easter Egg Hunt a huge success.
Experiencing the Heart of Jesus
Posted April 17, 2025 By adminFor those who are engaged in the Max Lucado Bible Study, Experiencing the Heart of Jesus for 52 Weeks, our next quarterly gathering will be held in the church office Sunday school room on Monday, April 21st beginning at 6:30 PM. Don’t worry if you have fallen a little behind, everyone is on a different schedule. The discussion will include various parts of the study according to how much has been read. Please plan to join us.
