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Devotion for June – Jesus said, “Let your light shine”

Posted May 28, 2026 By admin

Read Matthew 5:13-16
Jesus said to his disciples, “A city set on a hill cannot be hidden. Nor do people light a lamp and put it under a basket.” God blesses the Church with the most precious treasure there is, the gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ. Every Christian is therefore filled with the light of Christ and called to give witness to the wonders of God’s mercy and grace.

Often, it is said to the newly baptized person, “Let your light so shine before others that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven.” Our light shines when we love God with all our heart and love our neighbor as ourselves. Shining our light, we share the love of Christ Jesus with all whom we meet.

Jesus of Nazareth is light and life for the world. Baptized into his death and resurrection, the light of Christ dwells within God’s people. May you always feel the presence and power of our Lord Jesus. And may your light shine through the darkness of this world, that those within your midst may finally see the glory of the Father and enter the gates of our eternal home.

Prayer: Shine the light of your love, O Lord, and fill me with the power of your love. Amen.

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Youth Through the Years Celebration

Posted May 20, 2026 By admin

Were you in the youth during Pastor Wessinger’s call? Were you in the Luther League? Were you in the youth during Pastor Eargle’s call? Were you in the LCY? Are you in the youth today? Have you served as a youth advisor? Have you supported our youth through the years? If you answered yes to any of those questions, mark your calendars for Sunday, June 7th .
We are celebrating our youth, advisors, and supporters of the past and present with a hamburger meal after service. Come join the fun as we walk down memory lane. And….there are some stories and memories to share!! You don’t want to miss the fun and the opportunity of a great time of fellowship with youth of all ages!

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VBS in July

Posted May 19, 2026 By admin

Mark your calendars for VBS 2026. Join us for Illumination Station Monday, July 13th through Thursday, July 16th. Experience what it means for Jesus to be the Light of the World. There will be classes for all ages including adults. Children will rotate classes for lessons, games, music, and crafts. Our meal will be served starting at 5:45 PM and VBS will start at 6:30 PM and end at 8:00 PM. Come and experience God’s promised, perfect, powerful, and proven son – Jesus Christ. Come and experience Illumination Station!

Filed in Bible Study, Fellowship, LCY, Lutheran Church Youth, Other Happenings, Pastor, Worship and Music, Worship Service

St. Jacob’s 250th Anniversary Year-long Celebration

Posted May 10, 2026 By admin

Decades Day was a unique experience as we celebrated our collective past. Thank you to Mr. Dwayne Swygert whose father was Pastor at St. Jacob’s in the late 1950’s. Dwayne reminisced about his younger days as a boy living in the old parsonage as his father ministered to the St. Jacob’s, Mt. Olivet Parish.

This month our 250th anniversary celebration continues as we again welcome a special guest Pastor. Pastor Marty Ramey, a former Interim Pastor for our congregation will visit and deliver the sermon on Sunday, May 17th . An old timey potluck congregational luncheon will be served following the service of worship, and everyone is invited to attend. The Lutheran Women will provide fried chicken; everyone is asked to bring your favorite old timey side dish and/or dessert. Join your church family as we continue our year-long celebration as we give thanks to God for our congregation’s long history in the service of the Gospel. Please make sure to attend each of these events and invite your friends and neighbors to join us. Below is a list of our remaining planned events.

  • May 17th – Guest preacher Rev. Marty Ramey (former interim pastor); an old timey potluck congregational luncheon.
  • June 7 th – Luther League, LCY, Youth celebration; members of past groups will be invited to attend church service; hamburger meal will be provided after service.
  • July 19th – Guest preacher Rev. Randy Drafts (former seminarian and field worker); congregational dinner following worship.
  • August 16th – Guest preacher Rev. David Tholstrup (former SCMD Dean), congregational dinner following worship.
  • September 20th – Congregational Outreach Event; blankets for residents at Generations.
  • October 25th – Homecoming and Anniversary Sunday, guest preacher NALC Presiding Bishop Dan Selbo; special catered congregational dinner following worship.
  • November TBD – Golden Agers Recognition and Celebration.
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Up and Going

Posted May 5, 2026 By admin

Nine Up and Going members met at Hawg Heaven Barbeque Restaurant on Thursday, April 16th for the April meeting. Devotions were given by Team Leader Helen Lindler based on God Isn’t Finished with Me Yet; there is more to come. There was prayer and then a meal blessing; we prayed together “The Lord’s Prayer”.

Business was discussed.

All enjoyed a delicious and bountiful buffet meal, but most of all each other’s company and the conversations around the table. Goodbyes were said and off everyone went to shop, get strawberries, run errands and head home. We all enjoyed our time together.

The May meeting will be held on Thursday, May 14th at the Golden Bay Seafood Restaurant in Irmo at 6164 Saint Andrews Road. Please meet there at 11:00 AM.

Helen

Team Leader for Up and Going

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Lutheran Women

Posted May 5, 2026 By admin

On Sunday, May 17th, the Women’s Group will be hosting an “Old Timey Luncheon” in honor of our 250th Anniversary. We are asking that you furnish an old timey side dish and/or a dessert. Some suggestions include green beans, butter beans, some type of squash, potato salad, liver nips, homemade bread or cornbread. Our group is furnishing fried chicken. So, pull out your cookbooks and look for some old Dutch Fork recipes. If you need any suggestions or recipes please call Phyllis, Joan or Patricia.
We are looking forward to seeing everyone. So come and enjoy some delicious food and wonderful fellowship!

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Devotion for May – Jesus said, “Go”

Posted May 4, 2026 By admin

Read Matthew 28:16-20

When we hear our Lord give the Great Commission, we understand finally that our response to Christ’s resurrection is to go into the world and tell others the good news of God’s salvation. Most Christians can quote this passage from memory; those who cannot certainly know where to find it in the Bible. But when congregations hear Christ’s command, the reaction can be varied.

As the remaining disciples gathered on the mountain with Jesus, Matthew tells us they worshiped him, but some doubted. Rest assured, the same condition exists within the Church today. Jesus says, “Go.” Yet, some doubt they are strong enough in their faith. Others doubt they have the necessary knowledge of the scriptures. Still others feel they lack the training and skill needed to make disciples. What it boils down to is a lack of faith. Suffice it to say, all baptized children of God are equipped to fulfill the Great Commission. All are blessed with the power of the Holy Spirit, all that is needed is belief in God and relying upon his presence. Doubt can be a strong obstacle to overcome, but it’s no match for the Holy Spirit. All this said, the command given by Jesus stands. Our Lord says, “Go.”

As followers of Christ, we are to go into the world teaching all Christ commanded. The good news is that you are equipped, you do not go alone. Jesus is with you just as he was with the apostles so long ago. Finally, doubt and fear are overcome with faith and love. Christ said, “Go.” And so we go, remembering Christ is with us even to the end of the age.

Prayer: Lord Jesus, overcome our doubts and help us live in your peace and presence. Amen.

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Lutheran Women

Posted April 20, 2026 By admin

On Sunday, May 17th, the Women’s Group will be hosting an “Old Timey Luncheon” in honor of our 250th Anniversary. We are asking that you furnish a food item and/or a dessert. Some suggestions include green beans, butter beans, some type of squash, potato salad, liver nips, homemade bread or cornbread. Our group is furnishing fried chicken, pound cake, coconut cake, coconut pies, pecan pies, sweet potato pies and banana pudding with meringue. So, pull out your cookbooks and look for some old Dutch Fork recipes. If you need any suggestions or recipes please call Phyllis, Joan or Patricia.

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Mercy Bag Donations

Posted April 16, 2026 By admin

St. Jacob’s congregation helps feed needy families and has for several years. Very often, you don’t know how your donation is used.

During March 2026, the St. Jacob’s congregation donated 445 pounds of food to We Care in 24 Mercy Bags, and several bags of items that are not included in the Mercy Bags, as well as fresh eggs. These items are used by We Care on their Mobile Meals ministry where meals are taken to communities where people are not able to get to We Care. The meals St. Jacob’s provides on the first Sunday of each month go to Prosperity and the third Sunday’s bags go to Whitmire. These meals are delivered to these communities on Tuesday afternoon by We Care volunteers. During March 2026, St. Jacob’s helped provide meals for 241 families. Our bags are provided to families of 4 or more.

Thank you for your support of this important ministry.

 

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Up and Going

Posted April 12, 2026 By admin

Ten members and guests braved the stormy weather on Thursday, March 12th , at 10:00 AM to gather in the Fellowship Hall to make Hospice Easter Bags. Lots of chatter and laughter accompanied the work we did. In about 2 hours, the team had completed 208 beautiful Easter Bags. So pretty with colored grass, packages of crackers, cookies, a stuffed Easter egg, and lots of different candies.

Our work time concluded with all praying together The Lord’s Prayer. We quickly put everything in its proper place. We loaded Helen’s car with all of the Hospice Easter Bags and off they went for delivery. Helen, Ann and Frances delivered 50 bags to Lutheran Hospice at White Rock and 158 Easter Bags to Prisma Hospice, Colonial Blvd, Columbia. Both groups were so excited to receive the bags and welcomed us warmly. Such a humbling experience. The group then went to Lizards Thicket for a well-deserved, delicious lunch.

Special thank you’s to everyone who contributed edible treats or money to purchase special items for the bags. Extra special thank you’s to all who braved the stormy weather to come out and help make the bags. I am so proud of each of you. You are so special and giving of your time and talents.

The April meeting will be held April 16th at Hog Heaven Restaurant in Prosperity. We will meet there at 10:45 AM. If you need a ride, please contact Helen or Ann.

Helen

Team Leader for Up and Going

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