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Calling all members and friends ….
Living Springs
Mission Vision Celebration
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 19
9:15-10:30am (between services)
Congregational Meeting (with constitution update vote)
will be held at 10:20.
Something big is happening in the life of Living Springs. So, let’s celebrate!
The Mission Vision that was shaped by the Holy Spirit and over 200 of our fellow members over the last year is a reality. While ministry has been happening since the founding of our congregation 26 years ago – since the church was born nearly 2000 years ago, with this vision for mission, we as disciples are affirmed to carry out the ministry as the Spirit is tugs each of our hearts. That’s exciting … and something significant to celebrate in the history of our congregation!
So, let’s celebrate with a served, sit-down, family-style brunch between worship services on October 19. The Celebration will take place from 9:15-10:30. While we eat we will see the results of the Mission Vision for Living Springs through sharing by various congregation members, DVD and PowerPoint.
Save the date and plan to attend and even if you don’t wish to eat, we ask you to attend this important event in the life of our congregation.
To confirm your household attendance, please call the church office (736-0661), or sign-up in the narthex, or respond on-line. Please confirm by October 15.
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Question-Answer, Discussion Session
Sunday, Oct. 5 – 9:40 am
On Sunday, October 5, from 9:40 – 10:30, there will be another opportunity for questions, answers, and discussion about our upcoming constitution updates. Please gather with us in the narthex if you have items to discuss, so we can address any issues prior to the voting session on Oct. 19.
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Sign Up to Bring Baked Goods For
Mission Vision Brunch
We are excited to have Mrs. Laura Cunningham, our Living Springs Food Resource person, to provide the main quiche dish for our brunch - but we don't want to miss out on the wonderful baked goods that of our congregation provide at congregational meals. Please sign up in the Narthex (or call the office) to provide your favorite breakfast breads and sweet rolls.
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Together
With their families
Gwen Wilfong
And
Herb Brantley
Invite you to join them
as they celebrate their wedding
October 4th, 2014
At 3:00 o'clock in the afternoon
Living Spring Lutheran Church
Reception to follow
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Benefit Run to Support Backpacks
Saturday, October 4 @ 7 am
At the Vive Church, 2630 Clemson Rd. there will be a benefit 5K run/walk to support the Richland 2 Backpack Program. Registration is $25 (by Sept. 19) / $35 Sept. 20-Oct. 4 / $15 child 12 & under. Entry includes t-shirt.
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Blessing of the Animals Service
Sunday, October 5
At 4:00pm, we will have our annual animal blessing on the front lawn. Bring your fish, hamsters, dogs, cats, and whatever crawls, slithers, and swims around your house! We encourage all animals to be on a leash or in a cage/bowl. If your pet is nervous around people, he/she may remain in the car with the windows down and we will come to them!
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Ladies Book Club
Monday, October 6
At our next meeting, we will discuss The Invention of Wings by Sue Monk Kidd. Beverly Hoppert will host at 235 Founders Ridge Rd. 29229 (located in the Summit), phone: 348-4412. The meeting starts at 7 pm and after the discussion, there will be refreshments.Please feel free to bring a guest and attend one or all of our meetings – sometimes it’s good to just enjoy the fellowship! Contact Karen Kranz for information.
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Tuesday Lunch @ Living Springs
Tuesday, October 7
Lunch will be offered in the fellowship hall at 11:45. Anyone is welcome! Meal is served by Laura Cunningham, former owner-operator of Backyard Grill. To reserve a spot for you and your friends, sign up in the narthex or contact the office by Monday, October 6. Donation is $6, which includes drink and dessert.
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Congregational Fall Camping Trip to Poinsett State Park
November 7-9
Make plans to be a part of a weekend camping trip to Poinsett State Park on November 7-9, 2014. We will be tent camping in the "group camping" area, but if you have your own camper/motor home/travel trailer, you can make a reservation at: http://southcarolinaparks.reserveamerica.com. There are also a very limited number of cabins available. You can arrive any time after 3pm on Friday. Feel free to just come spend the afternoon or two if you don’t want to stay the whole weekend. Sign ups are in the narthex to check off what meals you pan to be there for. The Lutheran Men request a $30 donation per adult to cover camping and food costs for the full weekend. (prorated for individual meals) They are picking up the cost for all youth! Come for a little bit or all weekend! Contact Mike Davidson at mdavidson33@gmail or 699-1498 if you have any questions. Sponsored by Lutheran Men.
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October Newsletter
Did you get your October Newsletter? If not, click the picture to the left. There is so much more than we have space here to talk about! See God at Work in September. Read about how our Food Ministry is expanding. Check out all the upcoming events here at Living Springs and beyond! This month is jam packed with exciting news.
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Missing a Lens for Your Glasses?
A bifocal lens was found in the back pew on the left side of the sanctuary as you walk in. If you are missing it, please contact the office. We have it for you here.
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Prayers
Dick Collins
Janet Bate
Bob Gill
Mike Wyka
Herb Brantley & Gwen Wilfong - wedding 10/4
Rachel Peterson - surgery 9/29
Evan Turnmire
Michael Hart - son of Alice Renaud
Darin & Amy Sensabaugh
Kristy Grohman - daughter-in-law of Brenda Grohman
Hugo Esslinger - brother of Otto Esslinger
Eugene Goldberg - brother-in-law of Marj Appleton
Tiffani Cunnigham - sister of Rachel Peterson
Joey Catino - nephew of Sara Hale
Art Lind - uncle of Lisa Petty
Penny McDonald - aunt of Kathryn Padgett
Gene Lewis - father of former member Lisa Provost
Dan Decintas - friend of Gene Hale
Bill Perry - friend of Bloss family
family of Mary Ellis - friends of Bloss family
Pat Basquill - friend of Charles & Irene Tracy
baby Penelope - kidney transplant
Stefanie Martin - neighbor of Staudt family
Shelba Mattox - co-worker of Mike Wyka
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Lessons for Sunday, October 5
First Reading: Isaiah 5:1–7
The prophet sings a sad, parable-like love song about the relationship between God and Israel. In this song Israel is compared to a promising vineyard. Despite God's loving care, the vineyard that is Israel has brought forth "wild grapes" of injustice and distress, when fine grapes of justice and righteousness were expected.
Psalm (ELW): Psalm 80:7–15
Look down from heaven, O God; behold and tend this vine. (Ps. 80:14, 15)
Second Reading: Philippians 3:4b–14
Paul reviews some of his supposed credentials, which no longer have any bearing in comparison to the right relationship he has been given through the death of Christ. The power of Christ's resurrection motivates him to press on toward the ultimate goal, eternal life with Christ.
Gospel: Matthew 21:33–46
Jesus tells a parable to the religious leaders who are plotting his death, revealing that their plans will, ironically, bring about the fulfillment of scripture.
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SERVING THIS SUNDAY
8:15 Service
Council Person
Karen Kranz
Assisting Minister
Saundra Dixon
Lector
Wayne Kannaday
Communion Assistants
Bob Gill
Judy Lawrence
Ushers
Steve Cronin
Wendy McKenzie
Greeter
Marj & Jerry Appleton
Acolyte
Christopher Staudt
10:45 Service
Council Person
Leslie Bloss
Assisting Minister
Adam Woodruff
Lector
Janet Bate
Communion Assistants
Leslie Bloss
Nancy Baldwin
Ushers
Jeff Day
Cindy Day
Karlene Stuart
Laura Stuart
Greeter
Pat Bartucca
Acolyte
Lauren Bloss
Crucifer
Evan Turnmire
Torchbearers
Steve Padgett
Brenda Grohman
Children’s Message
Debbie Zvejnieks
Counters
Jean Cronin (LC)
Wendy McKenzie
Leslie Bloss
Flowers
Herb & Gwen (Wilfong) Brantley
Mugger
Karen Kranz
Nursery
Refreshments
Wendy McKenzie
Altar Guild
Nancy Baldwin
Care Meals
Karen Kranz - Capt
Henrietta Kaiser
Nancy Franck
Karlene Stuart
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