Birthdays for the Month / Yard Sale / Worship and

Music……………………………………………………………..

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Time and Talent Sheet for 2019

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From the Pastor’s

Heart………...........................................................................

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Serving Assistants / Acknowledgements /

Members in facilities or homebound/ Up & Going

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Upcoming Information

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Future Events / Council Members Emails / Blood

Drive for Hannah Coker………………………

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Council Briefs…………………………….......…………….…. Page 5 Calendar Events……………………………..………... Page 11

Stewardship Month / Ministry Teams Information………. Page 6/7 Wednesday Morning Bible Study…………………... Page 12

Items of Interest in this Issue

St . Jacob’s Lutheran Church

JACOB’S LADDER

Volume 29, Issue 10, October 2018

Pastor Nuottila’s sermons are posted on our church Website. Please

pass this word along to anyone who cannot worship with us on Sundays.

Render to God Read Mark 12:1-17

Scheming to find a way to get rid of Jesus, the Pharisees asked him, “Is it lawful to pay taxes to Caesar?” The Pharisees’ question suggests there are things that belong to this world and things that belong to God. The Church often falls into this same trap. Bring this text up within a meeting or Bible study and almost immediately people will say everything belongs to God, even our money. Our behavior concerning our possessions and our money would suggest we feel otherwise. The power of money is deceptive and deadly. Money buys material goods, material goods provide personal comfort, personal comfort leads us to a false notion that we are in control of our lives. The more goods we have, the more we feel we need. Luxuries become necessities; extravagance becomes essential. Even worse, the more we have, the more we feel we deserve, when in truth, because of our sin the only thing we deserve is death. Thankfully, the power of God’s love is stronger. Jesus says, “Render to Caesar the things that are Caesar’s, and to God the things that are God’s.” All we have, even our very lives belong to God. Yet our Father provides all we need for life. As we render taxes and other payments, we do so understanding the authority and responsibility of the institutions also come from God. O Lord, our provider, we thank you for your many gifts, especially the gift of your grace through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

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This year’s Children’s Christmas Program will be on Sunday, December 16 at 6 pm with a short reception following the performance. The program, “O Come Let Us Adore Him”, is based on the hymn “O Come, All Ye Faithful.”

All children from preschool through 6th grade are invited to participate.

Practices will be on the following Sundays from 4 - 4:45 (immediately after Children’s Choir rehearsal): November 11th & 18th and December 2nd & 9th, with a dress rehearsal on Saturday, December 15th at 10 am.

Adult volunteers are also needed; please contact Angela Nuottila or Laurie Lackey if you would be willing to assist us with this program.

REMINDER to Children’s Choir: we sing during the worship service on October 28th and December 2nd.

Also to note, the Thanksgiving service will be held on Wednesday, November 21st at 7 pm.

Soli Deo Gloria, Laurie

DON’T FORGET

OUR YARD SALE

OCTOBER 13th

8:00 am – 1:00 pm

Plan to join us for

some shopping and

fellowship. Proceeds from our sale will

benefit the St. Jacob’s Youth Ministry and

the Congo Ministry.

Please continue to bring your donated

items to the church.

YARD SALE: furniture, glassware, books,

CDs, gently used clothing (please sort

clothing into separate bags – boys, girls,

men and women), household items,

dishes, outdoor items, small appliances,

tools, games and toys. Please NO

televisions, computers, printers or

computer related items.

FARMER’S MARKET & BAKE SALE:

Homemade baked goods – bread, cakes,

cookies and pies; home canned goods –

jam, jelly, pickles and veggies; handmade

crafts – crocheting, knitting, cross stitching

and pottery.

If you have questions, please contact Larry

Shull, Margaret Kleckley, Melissa Lindler

or Brenda Smith.

10/01 – Judy Riesner 10/02 – Eileen Richardson 10/02 – Kristen Slice 10/04 – Walter Metze 10/05 – Gail Epting 10/05 – Dixon Wallace 10/09 – Brenda Smith 10/09 – Kevin Shields 10/09 – Anna Grace Zeigler 10/11 – Bob Ziemer 10/11 – Addy Stuck 10/11 – Stephen Wise 10/12 – Leon Lindler 10/14 – James Russell Slice 10/14 – Jason Johnson 10/18 – Miriam Metze 10/18 – Alex Rushe 10/19 – Sharon Walker

10/20 – Mandy Rushe 10/21 – Linda Smith 10/25 – Gena Shields 10/30 – Cameron Lindler 10/30 – Jacob Kibler 10/31 – Jo Anne Lindler 10/31 – Wendy Lindler 10/31 – Audrey Doyle

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As we move into the month of October, we move also into the beginnings of a busy time of year. Autumn months always seem to be chock full of activities. Plans are made for mountain trips, outings to apple orchards, football games and a host of other things. As you begin to make your autumn plans, allow me to ask a simple question. How do you plan to be a disciple of Jesus Christ each and every day? With each new day, Christians have the opportunity to share their faith in Christ with others who may not realize God’s activity in their lives. As God’s people we also wake up to the Christian responsibility to thank God for His many blessings. In this, we should offer God the finest of what we can offer of ourselves. When a child of God begins each new day with such emphasis, the life of discipleship begins to take hold and we live into the calling God has for each one of us. So again, how do you plan to be a disciple of Jesus Christ each and every day? In my asking this twice, I hope you are not simply waiting for my answer. I hope you are not expecting me to offer a directive for the church that challenges you to do your part as I see it, for such is not my intent. I am asking this question because as followers of Jesus Christ, we each respond to His call to follow in different ways. Some are able to engage in the life of the congregation more regularly than others. Some take time to come to the church and serve on committees, provide services such as lawn care and cleaning, others may even show up every time the doors are open. Still, others among us have different responsibilities. We have parents with small children, members who work not just one, but two jobs, and still others who may have health related issues that prevent them from participating as they once did. Yet, no matter where we may fall in this broad spectrum, as God’s people

each one of us bears the Christian responsibility to love God with all our hearts and to love our neighbor as ourselves. Jesus calls all of us to go into the world and make disciples by sharing with them the good news of God’s salvation. This is why I ask; how do you plan to be a disciple of Jesus Christ each and every day? As Pastor, I will do my best to help you discern the answer to this question. I will do what I can to help you pray, study God’s Word and live among God’s people so that you might hear the still small voice of the Holy Spirit who is calling you to a life of discipleship. I will continue to pray for you and your family, preach to you the gospel of Christ Jesus, lead

you in worship and teach you and your children the faith in which we baptize. In turn, I pray that you too will help me to further discern the answer to our question, for even pastors need to learn to take time to enjoy their relationship with Christ. Yes, we have a busy time ahead of us; one filled with opportunities to worship God, love our neighbor and enjoy the fellowship of God’s people. In all of this, choose to take time each day to live as a disciple of Jesus Christ. Then be sure to

share His blessings of grace, mercy and love with those whom God places within your midst. Soon, you will realize you are living the life of discipleship, and the question will have its answer.

Grace to you and peace,

Pastor David Nuottila

From the Pastor’s Heart

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COFFEE FELLOWSHIP– We will have our Coffee Fellowship on Sunday, October 7 after the service in the Fellowship Hall.

CONFIRMATION INSTRUCTION – Confirmation instruction will be held each Sunday for youth members in grades 7-9 who have not been confirmed. Classes meet at 3:00 pm in the Middle/High school classroom. If you know of a member of our church family that has a child of confirmation age and is not attending, please extend an invitation not only to join us in worship; but, also have their child(ren) attend confirmation classes.

*TEAM LEADERS*—BUDGET FOR 2019 IS DUE TO THE FINANCE TEAM – The deadline to turn in budget information is

Sunday, October 7. Budget information can be placed in Caroline Lindler’s box in the church workroom. Her folder is above the

printer.

MARRIED COUPLES RETREAT – Our first annual Married Couples Retreat will be held at beautiful Camp St. Christopher on Seabrook Island just south of Charleston. During this retreat we will explore the vocation of Christian marriage, discuss ways of growing in faith together and strengthen the commitment of husbands and wives in their life together. The retreat will take place from 7:00 p.m. Friday, January 25 through 11:00 a.m. Sunday, January 27. Registration fee is $300.00 per couple. Participants may check in to the camp as early as 3:00 p.m. on Friday and enjoy the beauty of God’s creation. We still have room for several couples to join in. Please register as soon as you can in case we need to arrange for additional lodging. Registration forms are available in the Narthex. Please contact Pastor David Nuottila if you have any questions.

CONTACT INFORMATION NEEDED – In this “electronic age” we need to have up-to-date contact information in order to keep the congregation informed. If your contact information (home phone, cell or email) has changed, please let us know so you won’t miss out on important church news and happenings. We especially need to know if your land line telephone has been removed and you are using only cell phones. You can indicate changes on the friendship register page, use a “Change of Address” form in the pew racks or call the church.

2019 COMMITTEE MEETING SCHEDULES ARE DUE TO SHERRY IN THE CHURCH OFFICE NO LATER THAN OCTOBER 30 This information will not only help Sherry with year-end booklets but is very beneficial during the planning process. Please meet with your teams and schedule your meetings or events for 2019. Also, team leaders don’t forget to complete facility request forms if you need to reserve a room or location for your meetings so they can be approved by the Council and put on the calendar.

Forms are located in the church workroom beside the door as you walk in.

LIFE TO LIFE DISCIPLESHIP – Our Life to Life Discipleship program has kicked off with the beginning of two small group studies. Just as the twelve apostles learned from their Master, Life to Life is an opportunity for church family members to study the Scriptures with their pastor and be equipped to become examples of a living faith. Over time, our small groups will expand, and more church members will become a part of this ministry. In time, we will see a discipling culture emerge where people joyfully live out their faith, seeking God’s kingdom first, while sharing their faith with others. This is exactly how the apostles built the Church, and how it grew stronger over time. Meeting people where they are, sharing faith, and growing the church one life at a time.

LUTHERAN WOMEN – Our next meeting will be Sunday, October 21 at 4:30 PM in the Fellowship Hall. Joan Marco will

have devotions.

LUTHERAN MEN – Lutheran Men Sunday will be on Sunday, October 21 so you don’t want to miss this awesome

service. Also, we will meet that afternoon at 6 PM in the Fellowship Hall. David Kibler has devotions. Our cooks will be

David Kibler, Eddie Epting, and Jason Wicker.

UPCOMING INFORMATION

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Council St. Jacob’s Lutheran Church Congregational

Council Briefs for September 4, 2018 Meeting

Good Things at St. Jacob's : St. Jacob’s Homecoming was great with 145 in attendance. Pastor David Wendel’s sermon was well received and many also enjoyed his message before the church service. The Congo Mission Dinner Fundraiser went well and the Youth pool party was fun for all.

Treasurer's Report - Pastor David suggested that 5% of the operating budget be dedicated to NALC and from his experience that is how it is typically set-up.

Pastor's Report - Pastor David is encouraging prayer regarding the election of a new NALC Bishop. He reminded council of the process and the qualities that we would like to see in our next Bishop. Pastor will keep the congregation informed as we go forward.

Pastor will be away on vacation October 14-21st. Pastor Gary Blobaum will be covering this absence for Pastor David.

Reports of Ministry Teams:

Staff Support - Staff Support met on August 14 to discuss the job description for the Director of Youth and Family Ministry position.

Bryan and Christina Metze from Staff Support Team attended the September 4th council meeting to review and provide input for the job description of Director of Youth and Family Ministries position. A motion was made and unanimously approved by Council to ac-cept and fill this position. This proposal will be presented to our congregation for a vote scheduled for September 30, 2018.

Spiritual Life - Pastor asked that the LBW remain in the pews for awhile. This will help relieve the task of transporting the books back and forth. Pastor suggested that there needs to be further conversation on the LBW vs the ELW in the pew. Brenda Smith will begin sending out monthly reminders for those that are serving assistants each Sunday. Altar Guild feels that these will serve as friendly reminders to those that have volunteered. Laurie Lackey and the Music Team will continue working on music for upcoming church services. We welcome anyone who wishes to join the team.

Short Term - Don Dease, in the near future, will be getting a parking lot repair proposal from SCE&G to the Building Team for their review.

Witness - Volunteers are needed to change the church sign. David Kibler has been very generous to volunteer his time for this important job, but would like some relief. Anyone that is interested can contact the church office.

Parish Life - The August Up and Going meeting was the “4 Churches Meeting” held on August 23, 2018. Mt. Tabor hosted the meeting and a delicious meal was served. 15 members and guests from St. Jacob’s attended the meeting.

Support of Ministries - Communications Secretary reported 358 total membership as of 09/03/2018. A motion was made and approved to purchase a new television and video camera. These devices will be set-up in the church by Brandon Slice. This newly added technology will provide the nursery staff the opportunity to see and hear the Sunday message. Currently, the nursery speaker is no longer in working order.

Old Business:

Safety Team update - Gerald Lindler provided to each council member a draft of “St. Jacob’s Safety Policy” written by the Safety Team. Council should review and provide input at the next council meeting. Council will also follow-up at the next meeting regarding the copyright and streaming policies for St. Jacob’s Lutheran Church. Laurie Lackey is leading this effort.

New Business:

A motion was made and approved for the Property Team to get pricing on various kitchen improvements for St. Jacob’s Church. The Property Team will report back with their ideas as well as pricing on these items.

Facility Request: August 4, 2019-The Addy Family Reunion and October 29, 2018- 3pm-7pm-Hannah Coker Blood Drive—

Both Approved

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STEWARDSHIP MONTH IS HERE AGAIN!

October is STEWARDSHIP month here at Saint Jacob’s, the time of year when we prayerfully consider how we can use our God given gifts of time, talent and possessions to serve God and our neighbors as STEWARDS of His Kingdom here on earth. The stewardship team has chosen this year to use the offertory prayer as our theme for

STEWARDSHIP month.

Merciful Father, we offer with joy and thanksgiving what you have first given us – ourselves, our time, and our possessions, signs of your gracious love. Receive them for the sake of him who offered himself for us, Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

In these words, we declare to all that STEWARDSHIP is a way of life, not just something that we talk about, but something that we live out in our daily lives. These words declare our true belief that all that we have is a gift from God, and we give back to Him only a portion, asking Him to “receive them for the sake of him who offered himself

for us, Jesus Christ our Lord” – the GREATEST GIFT OF ALL!

There is much work to do and many ministries that require our time, talent and abilities here at Saint Jacob’s. We need teachers, grass cutters, cooks and dish washers, lay readers, acolytes and greeters, team leaders and coun-cil members, computer geeks, singers and musicians, bell ringers and bus drivers, prayer warriors and accountants. The list can go on and on, but you know what is needed, and you also know what you are capable of and willing to

offer.

It has been said countless times by some, “I would like to do that, but I just don’t think I am the right person”, or “I would do that, but there are others here who can do it better than me.” You are a child of God, and He has given you one or many gifts. Remember, you are the STEWARD of that one, or those many gifts. Do not be afraid to use

them in service to our Lord. Offer them with joy and thanksgiving!

We have provided a brief description of our teams, the name of the 2018 team leader, and the Council Repre-sentative for each ministry group. Please pray about how you will use your time and talents at St. Jacob’s in 2019 and fill out the Time & Talent form on the reverse and place it in the offering plate on any Sunday up to and including Octo-

ber 28th, the final Sunday of the month.

Thank you.

Your Stewardship Team

ST. JACOB’S LUTHERAN CHURCH

MINISTRY TEAMS

2018 Team Leaders & Council Representative

SHORT TERM MINISTRY TEAMS – Ministries that have specific goals to accomplish with definite beginning and ending time

periods. These teams are active on an as needed basis - Council Rep: Don Dease

Audit Team – Responsible for auditing all church expenses which includes all auxiliary groups (Lutheran Men, Lutheran Wom-

en, Up & Going and St. Jacob’s Youth). Team Leader: Frances Slice

Building Team – Assists in the planning, evaluation and guidance needed in the call to build or expand the property of the

church and its ministries. Team Leader: Don Dease

Constitution Team – Reviews the church constitution and makes recommendations for amendments as needed. Team Lead-

er: Robert Lindler

Historical Team – Maintains and stores historical books and records of St. Jacob’s. Team Leader: Kayla Pharis

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MINISTRY TEAMS FOR WITNESS – Ministries that include community outreach and participation; and shares with the community

what’s happening at St. Jacob’s - Council Rep: John Wallace

Outreach Team – Reaches out and shares God’s love and good news by organizing opportunities of Christian service within our

community and beyond. Team Leaders: John Riser and David Kibler

Publicity Team – Publicizes church news to make the congregation and the surrounding community aware of events and activities

at St. Jacob’s. Team Leader: Walt Shealy

MINISTRY TEAMS FOR PARISH LIFE – Fellowship ministries for congregational members - Council Rep: Frances Slice

Congregational Care – Responsible for demonstrating Christian love and providing for the well being and care of the congregation.

Assists with congregational fun events including Homecoming, 5th Sunday Fun Night and 1st Sunday Coffee & Lemonade. Team

Leader: Billy McTeer

Congregational Safety Team – Responsible for the safety of the church and congregation. Team Leader: Jeff Kleckley

Other fellowship groups for our Congregation: Lutheran Men (Billy McTeer); Lutheran Women (Phyllis Bickley); Up & Going

(Helen Lindler); and St. Jacob’s Youth

SUPPORT OF MINISTRY TEAMS – Ministry teams that support the financial and physical assets that belong to our church.

- Council Rep: Barry Rice and Brandon Slice

Long Range Planning Team – Studies and evaluates the demographics, spiritual culture in our area and our ministries. Makes

recommendations on how we as a congregation can respond to needs in ministry. Team Leader: AJ Peeples

Property Team – Responsible for the care and maintenance of all church property at large including all church buildings, the church

bus, and cemetery grounds. Team Leader: Chad Lindler

Stewardship Team – Encourages the congregation to recognize all they have is a gift from God and to help them understand the

Bible tells us a portion of what God gives to us should be returned to Him.

Team Leader: Larry Shull

Technology Team – Responsible for the care and maintenance of all office equipment and systems; manages the sound system for

all worship events and ensures that the sermons are recorded. Team Leader: Brandon Slice

STAFF SUPPORT MINISTRIES – Ministries that support paid staff - Council Rep: Kathleen Pierce

Staff Support Team – Works closely with Pastor to supervise and support all employed or contracted personnel (Music Ministers,

Administrative Assistant, Youth Director, Cleaning Staff and Nursery Director). Team Leader: Susan S. Shealy

MINISTRY TEAMS FOR SPIRITUAL LIFE – Ministries to help us grow in our spiritual life and worship. Council Rep: June Lindler

Altar Guild Team – Responsible for preparation for Holy Communion; changing paraments; cleaning Communion vessels, linens

and acolyte robes; acolytes, banner bearer, crucifer, and lay readers and notifying members of their assigned Sunday for altar flow-

ers. - Team Leader: Brenda Smith

Christian Education Team – Works closely with Pastor to provide opportunities for members of all ages to study and grow in un-

derstanding of Christian faith and life. - Team Leader: Open

Prayer Team – Assists in communicating prayer needs to the congregation – Team Leader: Bob & Gloria Ziemer

Worship & Music Team – Works closely with Music Director and all music related groups: Hand Bells, Adult, Youth and Children’s

Choirs. Assists in planning music for worship services. - Team Leader: Open

ST. JACOB’S LUTHERAN CHURCH

MINISTRY TEAMS

2018 Team Leaders & Council Representative

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As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God’s varied grace (1 Peter 4:10) Find at least one thing that interests you and check it off. You don’t have to do it all, just please do

something! Every check mark you make will be referred to the appropriate team leader who will contact you.

ALTAR GUILD – Brenda Smith

Acolyte Altar Flowers Banner Bearer Communion Assistant - Serving Communion Preparation & Clean-Up Crucifer Lay Reader

CHRISTIAN EDUCATION TEAM - Open

Sunday School Teacher – Age Group_______ Sunday School Helper – Age Group ________ VBS Teacher – Age Group________ VBS Helper – Age Group_________ Nursery Assistant (during Worship service)

CONGREGATIONAL CARE TEAM – Billy McTeer

Greeter / Usher Lenten Meals Homecoming Kitchen Assistant (monthly kitchen maintenance) Meals for bereaved families Receptions – Confirmands, Golden Agers, New

Members 5th Sunday Fun Night 1st Sunday Lemonade & Coffee Set-up Fellowship Hall for Special Events

CONGREGATIONAL SAFETY TEAM – Jeff Kleckley LONG RANGE PLANNING TEAM – AJ Peeples OUTREACH TEAM – Social Ministry events and

evangelism activities in our community – David Kibler &

John Riser PRAYER TEAM – Bob & Gloria Ziemer TECHNOLOGY TEAM – Brandon Slice

STAFF SUPPORT TEAM – Susan S Shealy PUBLICITY TEAM – Walt Shealy

Assist with mail preparation for monthly newsletter PROPERTY TEAM – Chad Lindler

Grass Cutting – Church Grounds & Cemetery Litter Pick-up (semi-monthly) Work Day – Building & Grounds Maintenance

STEWARDSHIP TEAM – Larry Shull

Team Leader Contribute regularly to St. Jacob’s General Fund Fall Campaign Yard Sale

WORSHIP & MUSIC – Laurie Lackey

Adult Choir Children’s Choir Hand Bell Choir Special Music – Instrumental Special Music – Vocal

OTHER ACTIVITIES

Lutheran Men – Billy McTeer Lutheran Women – Phyllis Bickley St. Jacob’s Youth - Open Up & Going – Helen L Lindler Willing to serve on Council, if nominated

SHORT-TERM TEAMS with specific goals to accomplish within a defined time frame.

Audit Team – Francis Slice Building Team – Don Dease Constitution Team – Robert Lindler Historical Team – Kayla Pharis

In grateful appreciation for all my gifts I, , faithfully commit to share my gifts

through ministry at St. Jacob’s in 2019. (your name)

E-mail:

Home Phone: Cell Phone:

OK to Text

As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God’s varied grace (1 Peter 4:10) Find at least one thing that interests you and check it off. You don’t have to do it all, just please do something! Every check mark

you make will be referred to the appropriate team leader who will contact you.

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Ushers– Oct 7, 14—Robert Wessinger, Arthur Langley, Albert Lindler, Tracy Lindler Oct 21—Lutheran Men Sunday Oct 28—Lynn Shealy, JL Lindler, Paul Lindler Sr., Tracy Eargle

Acolyte – Oct 7, 14, 28—Isabelle Peeples Oct 21—Lutheran Men

Lay Reader– Oct 7, 14—Robert and June Lindler Oct 21–Lutheran Men Oct 28—Gary Marco

Date Communion Assistants Oct 07– Judy Dease, Eddie Zeigler, Julie Stuck, Robert Lindler

Oct 14 – John Wallace, Larry Shull, June Lindler

Oct 21 – Lutheran Men Sunday

Oct 28 – Eddie Zeigler, Don Dease, Judy Dease

Kitchen Contact Person – Robert Lindler

Lay Communion Teams Homebound – David Kibller

Preschool Sunday School-– Oct 7, 14, 21, 28 Crystal Wallace

Elementary Sunday School-– Oct 7, 14, 21, 28 AJ & Nicki Peeples

Middle & High Sunday School – Don Dease, David Kibler,

Billy McTeer

Nursery –October Flowers–October

Oct 07– Judy Turner Oct 07– John & Crystal Wallace

Oct 14 – Helen Lindler Oct 14 – Ed & Sharon Walker

Oct 21– Gracie Daniels Oct 21 – Lutheran Men Sunday

Oct 28 – Kathleen Pierce Oct 28 – Gary & Joan Marco

Cemetery Grass Cutting for Oct –Support from Ministries Teams

and volunteers from the congregation as needed.

Church/Office Grass Cutting for Oct –Support from Ministries

Teams and volunteers from the congregation as needed.

Memorials & Acknowledgements

August 26, 2018-September 23, 2018

• In memory of Diane Counts to Current by Donald

and Eloise Counts

• In memory of Georgia Mae Bailey to Lutheran

Women by Leon and Helen Lindler

• In memory of Clark Knudsen to Lutheran Men by

Gerald and Robin Lindler

• In memory of Aubrey Price

to Lutheran Men by Henry

and Erline Clark

Michael Lindler, 250 Leaning Pines Trail, Lexington, SC 29072

Ph: 803-356-4100

Veterie Slice, Lexington Ext Care, Room 402-B, Camellia Court,

815 Old Cherokee Rd, Lexington, SC 29072

Ph: 803-359-5181

Letha Sites, 1024 Freshly Mill Road, Irmo, SC 29063

Ph: 803-345-2300

Pearl Cribb, 220 Fox Lake Drive, West Columbia, SC 29170

Ph 803-957-4663

Frances Bowers, 756 Haltiwanger Rd, Chapin, SC 29036

Ph: 803-345-5802

Janet Lindler, White Oak Manor, 2555 Kinard Street,

Room 210B, Newberry, SC 29108

Ph: 803-345-5640

Walter Metze, 1049 Dan Comalander Drive,

Little Mountain, SC 29075

Ph: 803-345-3777

The August Up and Going Meeting was the

4-Churches meeting held on August 23, 2018 at 11:30 a.m. Mt. Tabor hosted the meeting. There were 15

members and guests from St. Jacob's. President,

Eloise Counts welcomed the group. We gave the Pledge of Allegiance to the U. S. Flag. Devotions and

the Blessing were given by Carolyn Torrence. She

reminded us that our homes are like gardens. We should strive to plant and nurture seeds of kindness, love and peace. These are gifts from Jesus and we should give them to others. A delicious meal was enjoyed by

all.

Entertainment was provided by Nikki Hughes from St. Paul Lutheran Church. She sang beautiful songs of faith and popular songs. There were drawings for gifts. On departing, everyone chose a plant or seeds to take home. We enjoyed a blessed time together with old and new friends. The 2019 4-Churches Meeting will be held at Holy Trinity in Little Mountain. The October

meeting will be held on October 18th.

Watch your worship folder for more details in the

coming days.

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For November 2018

Gerald Lindler—President—GTL55@sc.rr.com

Danny Shealy—Vice President—

shealydr@netscape.com

Julie Shealy—Secretary—

julieshealy3@gmail.com

Kathleen Pierce—kpierce@scda.sc.gov

John Wallace—wallygator447@hotmail.com

June Lindler—junelindler@gmail.com

Brandon Slice—bslice@backroads.net

Don Dease—Deaserus@bellsouth.net

Barry Rice—wbarryrice@gmail.com

Frances Slice—No Email Address

01—6:30 PM Bells (FH) 03—7:45 AM Trashy Club (FH) 04—All Saints Sunday 04—Daylight Savings Time Ends 04—3 PM Children’s Choir (S) 3rd-6th Grade 04—3 PM Confirmation Class (Yth Room) 06—6:30 PM Council (O) 07—7 PM Choir (FH) 08—11 AM Up & Going Thanksgiving Feast at Shealy’s in Batesburg 08—6:30 PM Bells (FH) 11—Veteran’s Day (Reception) 11—3 PM Children’s Choir (S) 3rd-6th Grade 11—3 PM Confirmation Class (Yth Room) 14—7 PM Choir (FH) 15—6:30 PM Bells (S) 18—3 PM Children’s Choir (S) 3rd-6th Grade 18—3 PM Confirmation (Youth Room) 18—4:30 PM Lutheran Women (FH) 18—6 PM Lutheran Men (FH) 21—7 PM Thanksgiving Eve Service 21—Cake/Pie Slices by LM to HUB 22—Thanksgiving Day—Church Office Closed 24—Assemble Nativity 25—Christ the King 25—3 PM Children’s Choir (S) 3rd-6th Grade 25—No Confirmation Class 28—7 PM Choir (FH)

St. Jacob’s Lutheran Church will be hosting a

blood drive for Hannah Coker, granddaughter of

St. Jacob’s members Stanley and Lucy Slice.

Hannah had an elevated heart rate and went to

Parkridge Baptist Hospital October 29, 2017. While there,

her platelet count was down to 2000 (normal range is

(150,000-450,000) which required her first transfusion.

The transfusions continued and on October 30 she was

diagnosed with aplastic anemia, which is a rare disease

in which the bone marrow and hematopoietic stem cells

that reside there destroy themselves. Hannah was

referred to Levine Cancer Center in Charlotte and started

receiving treatments as well as regular blood and platelet

transfusions. Hannah estimates that since being

diagnosed, she has received over 170 units of blood and

platelets.

The St. Jacob’s congregation has been with

Hannah from the beginning. The Lutheran Women

provided various gift baskets during her earlier

hospitalization. The Lutheran Men, the Lutheran Women

and the Outreach Team also provided monetary dona-

tions. Of course, many prayers have been offered.

Phyllis Bickley, President of the Lutheran Women, says,

“Hannah is one of the strongest and bravest people I

know. She has been through so much but doesn’t com-

plain about her condition and is very upbeat. She has a

very positive outlook.” Information on Hannah’s personal

journey can be found at ‘Hannah’s Healing’ on Facebook.

The St. Jacob’s Church Council approved the

use of the Fellowship Hall for a blood drive. The

Community Blood Center of the Carolinas from Charlotte

will send staff to St. Jacob’s on Monday, October 29 from

3:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. to conduct the drive. The goal of

the drive is a minimum of 50 units of blood. St. Jacob’s

will be joined in this drive by Mt. Pleasant United

Methodist Church in Pomaria and St. Matthews Lutheran

Church, also in Pomaria.

More information will be provided about

appointments at a later date.

ST. JACOB’S FACILITIES CALENDAR DEFINITIONS (FH) Fellowship Hall; (O) Office; (S) Sanctuary; (K) Kitchen; (AR) Activity Room; (MR) Music Room; (PR) Purple Room; (OR) Orange Room; (LR) Lesson Room

OCTOBER 2018 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

1 Pastor CMD Clergy Retreat

2

3 7 PM Choir (FH)

4 6:30 Bells (FH)

5

6

7 World Communion

Budget Information Due to Finance Team

3PM Children’s Choir (S)

3PM Confirmation (Yth Rm)

8 Columbus Day

Church Office Closed

9

10 7 PM Choir (FH)

11 6:30 Bells (FH) 6:30 PM Council (O)

12 Pastor Vacation

13 8 AM-4 PM Stewardship Yard Sale (FH)

14 Stewardship

Sunday Pastor Blobaum Preaching 3PM Children’s Choir (S) 3 PM Confirmation (Yth Rm)

Pastor Vacation

15 Laurie Vacation

16

17 7 PM Choir (FH)

18 11 AM Up & Going Meeting

6:30 Bells (FH)

19

20

21 Lutheran Men Sunday

3PM Children’s Choir (S) 3 PM Confirmation (Yth Rm) 4:30 PM LW (FH) 6 PM LM (FH) Pastor Vacation

22 Sherry Vacation

23

24 7 PM Choir (FH)

25 6:30 Bells (S)

26

27 12—6 PM Crystal Wallace (FH) Baby Shower for Kayla Pharis

28 Bells Playing Reformation Sunday 3PM Children’s Choir (S) 3 PM Confirmation (Yth Rm)

29 3-7 PM

Blood Drive for Hannah Coker (FH)

30 31 9:30 AM Bible Study (FH) 7 PM Choir (FH)

REMINDERS:

Worship Folder Information due by 2 PM each Tuesday.

Newsletter Information due on the 15th of each month.

Office will be covered

October 2018 Issue

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ST. JACOBS LUTHERAN CHURCH 844 COLUMBIA AVENUE

CHAPIN, SC 29036

(803) 345-2309 stjacobschurch@hotmail.com

www.st-jacobs.org Office Hours:

Monday thru Thursday 9AM-2PM Sunday School: 9:15AM Worship Time: 10:30AM

JACOB’S LADDER

Ministry Teams for Spiritual Life Staff Support Ministries

Support of Ministry Teams Ministry Teams for Parish Life

Ministry Teams for Witness Short Term Ministries

Morning Bible Study will resume on Wednesday, October 31 at 9:30 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall. The focus of our study will be taking a look at several of our favorite

hymns. We will discuss the origins of hymns, why we love them so much, and study their biblical references. Being October 31st is Reformation Day, our first

beloved hymn under study will be “A Mighty Fortress.” Plan on attending as you are able.

Wednesday Morning Bible Study