The September Up and Going meeting will be the annual Apple Run on Thursday, September 11th. Please be at the church ready to depart at 8:30 AM. A sign up sheet will be on our bulletin board. Lunch will be at Harry’s BBQ and Miss Piggy’s Ice Cream Parlor.
Our Midweek Bible Study will resume regular Wednesday morning sessions on September 10th at 9:30 AM in the church office conference room. Anyone who would like to attend is welcome. Please invite your friends, family members, or neighbors to come with you.
Happy Birthday to you!
Yes You!
St. Jacob’s is having a birthday party following worship on Sunday, September 7th!
We will gather in the Fellowship Hall for lunch, games, fellowship, fun, and of course…birthday cake! We will sit by birthday month! Come join us as we celebrate everyone’s birthdays.
Please sign up by Sunday, August 31st. There will be an insert in the worship bulletin on August 31st to sign up or contact Sherrie.
On July 10th, twenty members and guests gathered in the Fellowship Hall for a July 4th picnic. Gerald Lindler gave the meal blessing. Everyone brought a side dish or dessert to add to BBQ pork cooked by the Lutheran men. The food was delicious and enjoyed by all.
Devotions were given by Team Leader Helen. She read an Independence Day devotion from “Mornings With Jesus.” The Bible reading was from the 5th chapter of Galatians. Helen then read an article by Brian Adleman entitled “Staying Spiritually Grounded In A Busy Season.” Devotions ended with all praying together The Lord’s Prayer.
Business was conducted. Gary gave the Treasurer’s report. There were word searches, puzzles and coloring pages for each person to choose and complete. Several games of corn hole were played with much laughter and funny comments. So much fun to participate and to listen as others enjoyed fun times together.
Everyone helped clean up and put things back in order. Heartfelt partings sent us on our way.
The August Up and Going meeting will be the 4 Churches’ Meeting. This year Holy Trinity Lutheran Church in Little Mountain will host the meeting on Thursday, August 28th at 11:00 AM in their Trinity Life Center. They will provide the main meat, all paper products, utensils and beverages. We are asked to each bring a side dish or dessert. There will be food, fellowship and entertainment. If you should need a ride, please contact Helen or Ann. Keep in mind that the annual Apple Run is scheduled for September.
Our Midweek Bible Study is on break until September. We will resume our regular Wednesday morning sessions on September 10th at 9:30 AM in the church office conference room. Anyone who would like to attend is welcome. Please invite your friends, family members, or neighbors to come with you.
All youth grades 7-12 are invited to join the Youth Bible Study! The Youth Bible Study meets on the first and third Wednesdays of each month from 7:00-8:00 PM in the church office and is led by David Kibler and Susan Shealy. Our next meeting will be Wednesday, August 20th. We will not meet on Wednesday, August 6th.
This year we will be reading and studying together the epistles of Paul (1 Corinthians, Galatians, Ephesians and Philippians) to learn what Paul has to teach us about how our life in Christ’s church is different from life in the world. We will support each other in learning how to live a Christian life as a teenager in a secular world. Please join us – and bring a friend!
Friday, August 15 – Sunday, August 17, 2025
Come for a weekend of fun for the whole Lutheridge family! Our time together will include favorite camp activities like crafts, games, sing alongs and a special Saturday night campfire and vespers service. Staff reunions and outings are also being planned.
Come on your own or bring your family. Stay for the whole weekend or come for the day on Saturday. Stay on-site (lodge and cabin housing options are available) or commute.
Register online at lutheridge.org or call 828-209-6302
The Lutheran Women annual outing is Sunday, August 10th at Zorba’s at 4:00 PM. The third Sunday meetings will resume on September 21st at 4:00 PM in the Fellowship Hall. All women of St. Jacob’s are welcome and encouraged to join us for fellowship.
Our Adult Confirmation study meets in the church office conference room on selected Tuesdays beginning at 6:30 PM. All who are interested in learning more about Lutheran theology, teaching, and worship are welcome to attend, regardless of if you grew up in the Lutheran Church or another denomination. We will examine elements of Luther’s Large Catechism, the Book of Concord and the traditions of Lutheran preaching and worship. Many life-long Lutherans wonder why we do certain liturgies or traditions or have questions regarding the liturgies or traditions. Participants will enjoy learning more and having their questions answered. No special materials are needed. Please let Pastor David know if you would like to participate.
What benefits do you receive from attending the Women’s Bible Study? “Spending time with my sisters in Christ studying God’s word, sharing experiences, and prayer warriors.” “Women getting together to deepen our understanding of God’s word.” If you would like to share in this experience please join us! The Women’s Bible study will resume in September and all women are welcome! The Women’s Bible Study meets in the church office on the second Monday of each month from 6:45-8:00 PM, with our next meeting taking place on September 8th. Our study will focus on Jesus in Me: Experiencing the Holy Spirit as a Constant Companion by Anne Graham Lotz. Questions? Contact Susan.
