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Sanctuary Renovation Update

Posted August 28, 2025 By admin

By now you have noticed a few changes occurring in the narthex and sanctuary! You may not have noticed, but a new ceiling and lighting have been installed in the areas on each side of the chancel, too!

During the month of September, renovation activities will begin in the chancel area. We will be installing new doors in the narthex and around the chancel.

Some good news: we have determined that our existing light fixtures don’t have to be replaced! New lamps and lenses will be added which should provide appropriate lighting in the sanctuary. The lights will be updated and painting in the narthex and sanctuary will begin during the month of September.

We appreciate everyone’s patience during this time!

 

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Celebrating Everyone’s Birthday!

Posted August 28, 2025 By admin

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.

 

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St. Jacob’s Lutheran Church Council Meeting Briefs August 5, 2025

Posted August 28, 2025 By admin

Good Things at St. Jacob’s for July

  • Ramonia’s 90th birthday
  • Comfortable pew cushions
  • Received more flood buckets and had lots of volunteers to unload

Ministry Teams

Staff Support: Susan

  • Recognized Laurie Shacker on her birthday, July 26th.
  • Bryan reported that he has repeatedly cleaned up the centipedes that enter the basement each summer. He wants the congregation to know that he is aware of their presence and that he cleans, but they come right back. This will end by September – they are seeking water and cool temperatures inside the building.
  • Planning for annual staff reviews in August.

Safety: Robert

  • Fire extinguishers have been checked and are good through 2025.
  • Will check first aid and medical equipment for expired dates.

Christian Education: Sherrie

  • Will plan for Promotion Sunday in September with breakfast. Date to be determined with Pastor.

Congregational Care: Billy

  • The team provided a meal for the family of Lorene Cannon.

Discipleship: Lynn

  • Mercy Bag Donations:
    • July 7th – 17 bags weighing 286 pounds.
    • 21st – 7 bags weighing 129 pounds.
  • Also delivered some paper products and other pantry items.
  • Disaster Shed:
    • Received shipments of supplies from Lexington and Mayor Memorial in Newberry. Inventory
      • 389 Storm Buckets
      • 482 Hygiene Kits
      • 91 Elementary School Kits
      • 24 Kitchen Kits
      • 112 Bibles

Property: Gerald / Danny

  • Mike Outlaw installed 4 Hunter outdoor rated 52” ceiling fans and 2 LD 4’ light fixtures in the bus/ disaster shed.
  • Parking lot permits/application forms have been received by Lexington County and are in the review stages.
  • Sanctuary Renovations ο Beadboard being installed and working on ceilings in Narthex and Sacristy. Update choir loft to be one level.

 

New Business:

  • Time for 2026 budget requests, which will be due in September. Next scheduled meeting is September 2, 2025 at 6:45 PM in the church office.
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Confirmation Instruction to Begin

Posted August 25, 2025 By admin

Catechetical instruction for our youth members in grade 7 and above who have not been confirmed will begin on Sunday, August 31st beginning at 3:00 PM. Parents are asked to attend this initial meeting for the year. We will meet in the church office and share information and scheduling for the coming Fall session. Please make a note on your family calendars and plan to attend.

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Up and Going

Posted August 22, 2025 By admin

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.

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Midweek Bible Study Returns in September

Posted August 20, 2025 By admin

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.

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Pastor on Vacation

Posted August 14, 2025 By admin

Pastor David will be taking some time away on vacation to travel to San Diego to visit his daughter from Friday, August 22nd through Friday, August 29th. Then following Sunday services on August 31st, he will be out of the office from Monday, September 1st through Saturday, September 6th. Those who may find need for pastoral services during these times should contact the church office during regular office hours, or contact council president A.J. outside church office hours and arrangements will be made.

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Youth Bible Study

Posted August 12, 2025 By admin

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!

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Lutheridge Birthday Celebration Weekend

Posted August 7, 2025 By admin

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

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Lutheran Women

Posted August 5, 2025 By admin

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.

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