Good Things at St. Jacob’s for June
• Congregation Birthday Party!
• VBS – Thank you and great appreciation for all who volunteered to teach, provide meals, lead games/crafts/music!
• Lutheran Men BBQ!
• Three received their First Holy Communion: Chloe, Bella and Owen.
Staff Support
• Laurie is working out beautifully as our new administrative assistant.
• Bryan had the floors professionally cleaned in the fellowship hall and he also cleaned the carpets outside the fellowship hall.
Safety Team
• The SLED program on “How to deal with unwanted intruders” was held on Sunday, July 14th at 5:00 PM.
• CPR and First Aid training will be provided for two new safety team members.
Christian Education
• Kayla and Sherrie are co-teaching the children’s summer Sunday school. In June, 11-13 children attended Sunday school.
• VBS was a great success!
Congregational Care
• The Lay Communion Ministry team visited and administered communion to our homebound folks.
• Assisted family with various travel needs.
• Provides greeters for Sunday worship services.
Discipleship
• Continued support for the Mercy Bags ministry.
• Glenn Shealy is the manager for the Disaster Relief building inventory. Donna Fulmer is our Disaster Relief Coordinator.
New Business
• Brandon and Sherrie will be the two delegates for St. Jacob’s at the Mission Region Convocation which will meet virtually on August 9th.
Other Happenings Archive
St. Jacob’s Lutheran Church Council News Briefs for July 2024
Posted July 31, 2024 By adminNALC Mission Convocation
Posted July 31, 2024 By adminThe biennial online convocation of the NALC takes place this month on August 9th. Joining Pastor David Nuottila will be Sherry and Brandon who will participate as St. Jacob’s delegates. Please pray for the leadership of our denomination and for all delegates as they conduct the business of the NALC.
Mid-Week Bible Study
Posted July 31, 2024 By adminOur Mid-week Bible study will resume on Wednesday, August 14th at 9:30 AM in the church office conference room. Our topic will be Sola Publishing’s study of The Spiritual Realms. We will take a close look at what God says through Holy Scripture about the places beyond this world. Questions such as “What happens when we die?” and “What exactly is Sheol?” will certainly be a part of the conversation. All materials will be provided to those who would like to participate in this study. Simply bring your Bible and enjoy the fellowship of your church family as we gather around God’s Word.
Lutheran Men BBQ
Posted July 23, 2024 By adminThe Lutheran Men had a very successful BBQ on June 28 and 29.
Many thanks to all who helped and supported with our annual LM BBQ. Our fundraising helps support our local families and community with many needs.
All men of St. Jacob’s are encouraged to become a part of this ministry and lend your time, talents, and ideas for future ministries. Contact Gerald for more information on how you can get involved.
Up and Going
Posted July 23, 2024 By adminOn May 9th, seventeen members gathered in the fellowship hall for the regular Up and Going Meeting. It was a stormy, rainy morning, but the sunshine filled the fellowship hall as members gathered and filled the room with laughter and conversations.
Helen and Jean welcomed everyone. Joan gave the devotions with the reading of Psalm 1, the sharing from her Angel Book and prayer. Helen gave the blessing for our meal. The meal of many delicious salads and complimentary dishes and wonderful desserts were enjoyed by all. Comment was made, “that everyone should bring the same dish next month, everything was so good.”
Next came BINGO, always a fun time with lots of laughter and comments. Everyone won several times and chose prizes of their choice. Some prizes were then given to We Care and Mercy Boy Project and some prizes went home with us. We played and played until all prizes were gone. What a good time we had!!
June 13th, 2024, a beautiful summer day, the Up and Going gathered in the Fellowship Hall at 11 AM for the monthly meeting. Eighteen members and guests attended. Devotions were given by Team Leader, Helen. Devotions were from “Mornings with Jesus” booklet. Bible reading was from John 5:19 reminding us that “sons learn from their fathers” and we learn from our fathers and so we teach our sons. We shared special memories of our fathers. Business was conducted.
Mr. Travis Goodman, our Thrivent Representative, spoke to us about Thrivent, how the company operates and the many opportunities available to its clients. Travis is available to each of us should we desire additional information.
We all enjoyed a delicious covered dish meal and lots of great fellowship. The food was so good. We always have a wide variety of delicious dishes. Our next meeting will be held on July 11th at 11 AM in the fellowship hall. Bob will have the program. Lunch will be a covered dish meal. Hope to see you then.
Helen
Team Leader
Up and Going
Music Notes
Posted July 21, 2024 By adminBell camp highlights:
This year in addition to improving ringing and music reading skills, the youth are learning about the liturgy we use in worship. Thank you to everyone who has volunteered to provide lunches and to all the youth for their hard work.
Welcome Laurie
Posted July 19, 2024 By adminIt is with THANKSGIVING TO God that we welcome the newest member to our church staff and to the St. Jacob’s family. Our new Administrative assistant, Laurie began working with us on Monday, June 10th. Be sure to greet Laurie with a warm welcome as you are able.
St. Jacob’s Historical Ministry
Posted July 15, 2024 By adminDo you have an interest in archiving church records, including photos of church members from past years? Do you enjoy scrapbooking your family photos? St. Jacob’s has records, photos and other memorabilia that need to be archived and possibly displayed for everyone to enjoy. Especially needed are our more “seasoned” members of all ages who have been at St. Jacobs for many years and can help identify people in photographs. It will be an exciting walk down memory lane!
Helping with this ministry is not a long term commitment! The goal is to archive existing records and photographs and then make a plan for how to display some items. We will also be preparing these items for display at St. Jacob’s 250th Anniversary in 2026!
Mercy Bags Ministry
Posted July 14, 2024 By adminYour continued support of the Mercy Bags Ministry is making a difference in our local community. In May, 45 meals were provided to rural communities. Cleaning supplies were also provided. Please continue to support this ministry through a designated monetary donation, shopping for meal items or helping to pack food for the Mercy Bags after worship on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of each month. A list of meal items can be found in the Narthex.
Welcome Pastor Gary BloBaum
Posted July 8, 2024 By adminPastor Gary Blobaum will serve as our supply Pastor while Pastor David is away on his mission trip to Congo. Pastor Blobaum is a retired Pastor of the NALC. He previously served as Pastor for Immanuel Lutheran Church in Sumter, SC. Please welcome him as he brings the Gospel message to St. Jacob’s on July 14 and 21.
