Morning Bible Study continues to be held each Tuesday at 9:30 AM in the fellowship Hall. Our topic is The Mission and Ministry of Paul. Bring along your Bible and a willingness to learn more about the most prolific writer of the New Testament. Our last class will be Tuesday of Holy Week, April 16th.
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Morning Bible Study
Posted March 28, 2019 By adminConnections Magazine
Posted March 28, 2019 By adminConnections Magazine is the official publication of the North American Lutheran Church and the Lutheran Congregations in Mission for Christ published by Sola Publishing. This magazine is available for home delivery, one issue every two months at a rate of $24.00 annually. Volume discounts are available for congregations participating in the Connections Home delivery Plan. Sample copies of Connections Magazine are located in the Narthex. Feel free to browse through these issues. Be sure to check out the article on page 14. You may contact the church office if you wish to subscribe.
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Council Briefs for March 7, 2019
Posted March 28, 2019 By adminThe St. Jacob’s Church Council met March 7th, 2019 for its regular meeting.
Good things noted around St. Jacob’s for the month of February (and a little into March!) were:
1.) The bringing of the church children to the Baptismal Font to witness baptism up close
2.) Congregational singing has been exceptional and enjoyed at all services
3.) The bereavement response of the congregation has been good and faithful
4.) The refurbished Church Kitchen was blessed on Shrove Tuesday
Important Notes and Dates:
• Pastor will be on vacation from April 28th through May 11th
• Pastor will be on Mission Trip to Congo from July 8th through July 25th
• VBS dates have been set and will be held from June 17th – June 20th (Monday-Thursday); please be on the lookout for
details and volunteer positions
• Brandon Slice and Larry Shull have volunteered to be Delegates for St. Jacob’s at the upcoming NALC convocations
Names for the convocation are still being accepted for consideration. Pease see Pastor David or Council President Danny
New phone system to be installed; phone numbers will remain the same
Congregation Informational Meeting for the upcoming election of the new bishop will be held by Pastor David sometime in May after service; date to be determined and published before hand.
Congratulations to Pastor David and Mrs. Angela on the sale of their home and becoming full time Chapin residents!
Next scheduled council meeting is April 2nd in the church office at 6:30 PM
Respectfully submitted,
Andrew
Secretary, St. Jacob’s Council
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Pastoral Devotion for March
Posted March 1, 2019 By adminThe Father’s Will
Read Matthew 21:23-32
In the parable, Jesus said “A man had two sons.” Both of these sons were given direction to work in their father’s vineyard. One said no, but later went. The other said yes, but did not go. Which of the two did the will of his father? According to the Pharisees, it was the son who said no, but changed his mind.
Have you ever noticed in this parable, Jesus doesn’t tell them that they are correct? Did the Pharisees get it right? The truth is, both sons at one point fell short of the father’s expectations. Both sons needed a change of heart.
How often have you heard God’s Word and said “No, I will not go” but later went? How many other times have you said, “Yes, I will go” but failed to do so? In each case we fall short of God’s glory and need a change of heart. Thankfully, through Christ we are afforded God’s mercy and grace. All we need to do is ask and God will provide the will and means necessary to do that which he calls us to do. For the will of the Father is that we believe in his Son. Today, as in all days, God calls you to work in his vineyard. How will you respond?
Prayer: Lord Jesus, strengthen me in faith, that when you call, I may do your will. Amen.
Up and Going News
Posted February 28, 2019 By adminTwenty-one members and guests gathered on Feb 14th in the Fellowship Hall to enjoy a Valentine’s Day Party. Lunch was Turkey Stew with lots of trimmings, sandwiches and desserts. Lunch was delicious. Assistant Team Leader Ann lead the business session. Ray gave the devotions on loving and forgiveness and reminded everyone to daily wear our Faith on our sleeves. The program on Spring Gardening was given by Ray, who is a member of the Laurens County Master Gardeners. Each person was given a tomato plant or aloe plant to take home. Many thanks to Ray for an interesting and timely program.
March Meeting will be held on March 14th at 11AM in the Fellowship Hall. Betty Ann is in charge of devotions. Gloria and Joan will direct us in making bows for Easter Hospice Bags. Lunch will be a festival ofsandwiches, trimmings, and desserts. Please bring items to share. A sign up list will be posted.
Helen
It’s Time to Order Easter Lilies
Posted February 28, 2019 By adminThe Altar Guild will once again be accepting orders for Easter Lilies to be placed in the church for our Easter services in honor and/or memory of loved ones. This year the cost per lily will be $12.75 each. If you would like to order a lily, please submit your completed order form AND payment to Brenda or Robin.
The deadline for placing your order is Monday – April 1, 2019. The Altar Guild asks thatyou turn your completed order form and payment in early; NO orders can be accepted after the deadline.
As in the past, each lily will be labeled with the name of the person purchasing the plant.
Please remove YOUR plant (s) from the church following the 9:30AM Easter Service.
The Altar Guild will discard ALL lilies not removed as of Wednesday, April 24, 2019.
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5th Family Fun Fellowship
Posted February 28, 2019 By adminWatch your worship folders for more information on this event. Details have not been confirmed yet.
Delegates for Mission District and NALC Convocations
Posted February 28, 2019 By adminThis is a very important year in the ministry of the Carolinas Mission District and also the North American Lutheran Church. First, the Carolinas Mission District has grown to sufficient size where it is in our best interest to form four smaller mission districts under one mission region. With the proposed structure, NALC congregations in South Carolina will become one mission district. North Carolina will be divided into three districts. Each new district, with their congregations, will comprise the Carolinas Mission Region. It is important that all congregations within the current Carolinas Mission District be represented during the annual convocation. The CMD Convocation will be held at Advent Lutheran Church in N. Charleston on May 17th-18th.
The annual Lutheran Week and Convocation of the NALC will be held from August 5th-9th in Indianapolis, Indiana. This also is a very important convocation in that the NALC will elect a new Presiding Bishop. Bishop John Bradosky is completing his second term and will not be standing for re-election. Delegates will elect a new bishop from a list of candidates nominated by congregations throughout the NALC.
Those who are interested and able to attend either of the convocations should contact Council President
Danny, Pastor David or a member of the church council.
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Giving Statements and Envelops
Posted February 28, 2019 By adminThe 2018 Giving Statements and 2019 Offering Envelopes are currently in the Narthex. All members are encouraged to pick up their statements and envelopes by March 10th, worship service. All remaining statements and envelopes will be located at the church office.
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Sunday Sermon Series And Mid Week Lenten Services
Posted February 28, 2019 By adminPastor David will preach a sermon series during Lent titled “The Two Roads”. Following lessons from our lectionary, the series will be based on the poem by Robert Frost, “The Road Less Taken”.
Our Mid-week services during Lent will be a presentation of dramatic readings from Sola Publishing: Pilate’s Investigation: Who Is This Jesus? Join us each Wednesday during Lent for an evening meal at 6:15 PM Our Lenten services will follow at 7:00 PM.
Lenten Meals will be held each Wednesday, March 13th until April 10th.
Lenten meals will be provided by the following groups: March 13th—Lutheran Women,
March 20th—Lutheran Men, March 27th—Youth, April 3rd—Church Council, and April 10th—Brandon and Marie.
