Our Thanksgiving Eve worship will take place on Wednesday, November 27th beginning at 6:30 PM. All are welcome to come give thanks to the Lord and share Holy Communion. Following worship, we will prepare pound cake slices for delivery to The Hub for the annual Thanksgiving meals delivery. We look forward to seeing you there.
Fellowship Archive
Thanksgiving Eve Service
Posted October 31, 2019 By adminHub Request For The Congregation
Posted October 31, 2019 By adminThis year St. Jacob’s has been requested to support The HUB by supplying 225 slices of pound cake for Thanksgiving meals. Please drop your donated cakes or wrapped cake slices in the fellowship hall on Wednesday prior to the Thanksgiving Eve Service. Several individuals will get together following the service to complete wrapping and boxing the cake slices for delivery. The Hub is looking forward to providing Thanksgiving meals to 500 people in our community.
All Saints Sunday
Posted October 31, 2019 By adminThis year, the Sunday of All Saints will be observed on November 3rd. All Saints Sunday is a day when the Church Militant (those saints who are still living) remembers and gives thanks to God for the lives and the witness of the Church Triumphant (those saints who have passed from earthly life). Traditionally, this is done through prayer and the lighting of a candle. During the Baptismal Rite, candles are given for the newly baptized with the words “Let your light shine before others, that they would see your good work and glorify your Father in heaven.
This year, we especially remember the light and the love of these saints from our church family who have completed their pilgrimage on earth within the last twelve months. Bob Shields, Pearl Cribb, Rie Eargle and Harold Driver have completed the work God gave them, yet their light still shines. Join us on November 3rd for this celebration of saints and to give thanks to God for all His blessings.
Up and Going
Posted October 31, 2019 By adminThursday, Oct 12th, was a beautiful day as thirteen boarded the St. Jacob’s Express for our next adventure. A short business meeting was held. Helen gave the devotions based on travels and the wonders God has created for our enjoyment. She challenged us to find something new today and give our thanks to God for this gift.
The group headed to the Center for Advanced Technical Studies located on the Spring Hill High School Campus. Mr. Will McGinty, Assistant Director for the CATS Center, welcomed us for our scheduled tour. Imagine our delight when the first room we passed, we met Sandy Ellisor, a fellow member of St. Jacob’s. Several of the areas we toured were different pods, classrooms, and work laboratories. Some of the areas were Engineering Design, Aerospace Engineering, Robot Technology, Movie and Journalism Technology, Computer Nerd Laboratory, Electricity Lab, Construction Technology, Criminal Justice Technology, Veterinary Services, Firefighter Lab, Energy Technology, Nurses/Health Sciences, Hospitality Services, and The Commons Area.
An interesting fact of the Firefighter Lab Studies is students are ready to be hired as a firefighter…ready to go to work, no other training required. Viewing the Chef’s Galley with students measuring, cooking, and performing other aspects of the preparation of food was interesting. The Chef answered questions and gave pertinent comments. Fair food was being prepared that day which consisted of funnel cakes, corn dogs, and cookies. They smelled so good.
This list does not include all areas of study and on-hands training. Our tour ended with a question and answer session and informative comments by Mr. McGinty. The CATS Center is a state-of-the-art facility and serves as an example for local schools and international programs. Approximately 1,000 students attend the CATS Center each day. Last year 11,000 people enjoyed these tours. The CATS Center was simply fascinating to see what is available for our youth to learn. Each area has numerous computers, used for study and design. These classes help to send youth out into the world prepared to work or to obtain certification in much less time than normal. These programs benefit both college and non-college bound youth.
To say that we were impressed is an understatement. We were amazed. If only we could of had this opportunity!
Fellowship and lunch was enjoyed at Roma’s on Main Street, Prosperity. After lunch, we headed back to St. Jacob’s. Watch the worship folders and bulletin board for November Meeting information.
Helen,
Team Leader,
Up and Going
Filed in Fellowship, Up and Going
Youth Director & Family Ministries
Posted October 31, 2019 By adminThe second annual Oktoberfest Fall Festival is in the books! Despite the rain, which moved a few activities indoors, it was a great day spent with our church family. I wanted to especially thank everyone who helped out, I couldn’t have done it without you! While reflecting on the week, I was reminded just how lucky I am to have a home at St. Jacob’s. I have shared with a number of you the many life transitions that I am currently going through and love getting to hear about the times when many of you were where I am. The thing I have learned the most over the past couple of months is that change can be a good thing. God is continuously changing us and molding us to ultimately be like Him. Even though this may not always be comfortable or line up with where we think our lives are going, we can rest in the fact that He has a plan.
The good thing is that He gives us each other to walk through these things with. We can bear one another’s burdens, overlook faults, let offenses go quickly, react out of love, show support, and be there to help or maybe just hold. During these times, we are being molded by God Himself and the Word says He will return for a Church without spot or wrinkle, therefore we need to go through the fire, of refinement, we need to press in and through times of change. I want to encourage you with this: if you’re going through a transition season, do not let your heart be troubled, see the good, hold fast to the truth of the Word and the promises of God, and press into your family at St. Jacob’s. Let’s enter this next season like never before. If you have a need, allow someone to meet it. If you want to bless someone, absolutely go for it. If you have an unsolved issue with a brother or sister, take it to the cross and then to that person for forgiveness. It’s refining season and I believe we will begin to see the fruit of accepting these changes in and around us.
Grace & Peace,
Rachel Shelton
Morning Bible Study
Posted October 31, 2019 By adminOur Wednesday Morning Bible Study is in full swing as we gather each week at 9:30 AM in the fellowship hall. The topic of our study is Graying in Grace, Becoming Mature Disciples of Jesus Christ. This study was written for NALC congregations by Pastor Brad Hales, who was our Homecoming guest preacher in August. Come join us. All materials are provided, the only thing missing is you!
Duty and Delight
Posted September 27, 2019 By adminAlong with many of you, my list of responsibilities seem to grow larger each day. We all have obligations that we must fill in our families, in the workplace and at home. Are these meant to be our primary duties? What about our duties and obligations to God and His church? We fill the needs in our homes, with cleaning, cooking, laundry and lawn care. All these things seem to keep our lives in order. What of our spiritual lives and our duties to the Kingdom of God? You can find the word “duty” often in scripture. In Luke 17:10, Jesus said, “so you also, when you have done all that you were commanded, say, “We are unworthy servants, we have only done what was our duty.”
As Christians, we should take delight in our obligations. “It is our duty and delight that we should everywhere and always offer thanks and praise to you, O God, through Jesus Christ …” We should always strive to serve our Lord with a joyful heart. The more that we actively serve, the closer we walk with Jesus. Membership of a congregation carries responsibility. We are the body of Christ, and all parts must work together to know and show Christ’s love in every aspect of our lives.
Duty and delight seem to work best when paired together. I encourage you to find delight in even the most mundane chores. I give praise to God for the beautiful family that he has given me to care for. When I carry that thought with me, I can find joy in all my daily obligations. We should do the same in the responsibilities that we have in serving God. I thank God for our church and the people who worship and serve with us.
This month is stewardship month. As we begin to hand out the time and talent sheets, I urge you to follow what you are called to do. We all have God given talents and we would love to know how you can share yours.
Nicki
Stewardship Team
Morning Bible Study
Posted September 27, 2019 By adminMorning Bible Study returns on Wednesday, October 16th beginning at 9:30 AM. Our subject of study will be a study written by our Homecoming guest Pastor Brad Hales titled Graying in Grace: Becoming Mature Disciples of Jesus Christ. Copies of the study will be available for all participants, so the only materials you will need is your Bible and a desire to grow in faith and discipleship. Those planning to participate are encouraged to invite their friends and neighbors to study with us.
Lutheran Women
Posted September 27, 2019 By adminLutheran Women will meet Sunday, October 20th at 4:30 PM in the fellowship hall. Joan has the devotions for the meeting.
Lutheran Men
Posted September 27, 2019 By adminThe Lutheran Men will meet on Sunday, October 20th at 6 PM in the fellowship hall.
