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Calling all members and friends ….
Living Springs
Mission Vision Celebration
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 19, 9:15-10:30am
(everyone please be seated at 9:15 so we can begin promptly)
Congregational Meeting (with constitution update vote) will be held at 10:20.
Special Note from Pastor Eric ….
Since the beginning of our Mission Vision Process last fall, the Spirit has been working some powerful things among us here at Living Springs. The upcoming Mission Vision gathering is a very important event in the life of our congregation, and we are asking every member and friend of Living Springs to attend! We truly believe that God has spoken to us through the Mission Vision process to give us direction for the upcoming years of our ministry together, just as God has been guiding us through the past quarter-century. Mark Stuart has prepared an introductory DVD, along with slide show and PowerPoint – and there will be various disciples sharing their stories. It is important that every member of the Living Springs family be informed and up-to-date on our Mission Vision details. Let’s pack the fellowship hall from 9:15-10:30, as we hear more about Mission Visionaries, Spirit-tug Groups, and how the Spirit is inviting each of us to personally live out the vision for God’s mission in our daily lives! (Also, don’t forget: we’ll conclude by convening our congregation meeting at 10:20 and taking a 1st vote on our constitutional updates).
NOTE: The brunch and baked goods are being provided as part of the celebration, but they are just an added piece. Even if you do not wish to eat, it is important for you and your family to be present. We ask that everyone RSVP via the narthex sign-up or the on-line invitation you receive (or simply call the office). If you are not eating, that’s OK – simply indicate that you are attending and 0 will be eating. To confirm your household attendance, please call the church office (736-0661), or sign-up in the narthex, or respond to your on-line invitation.
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Rev. Dr. Rich Melheim at Living Springs
Sunday, October 19!
Award-winning author and Lutheran pastor, Rich Melheim, is director of Faith Inkubators and the Faith5 program. As part of a visit to SC, Lexanne Graves has arranged for him to speak with leaders and families here at Living Springs on Sunday, Oct. 19, from 6:45-8:00pm. Don’t miss out on this special opportunity!
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7th-12th Grade Youth
Tonight & Upcoming
7th-12th graders will meet at Red Robin tonight from 7-8pm. Come join the fun!
The 7th-12th Gr Senior Youth will be going to Scarowinds on Saturday, October 25. We will leave the church at 5:00pm and return at 1230am. Tickets cost $40 and you need to turn in money to Laura Dunklin or Adam Woodruff by Sunday, Oct 19th to reserve your spot!!!
Contact Laura Dunklin or Adam Woodruff
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Traveling Evangels of Living Springs
Thursday, October 16
For our next trip to share the good news of God’s joy, we are going to Grandad’s Apples N’ Such in Hendersonville, NC and the Blue Ridge Folk Art Center. The bus will leave LS parking lot at 8am and we should be back around 5pm. The only cost is $5.00 for transportation. RSVP to Beverly Hoppert or Jeff Lummel, beverlyhoppert@gmail.com / tjlummel@gmail.com
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Club 3456
Saturday, October 18
Club 3456 will meet Saturday, October 18. We will meet up at the church at 5:30 to carpool to the Big Mo Drive-In Theater to see "Alexander and the Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day". We will leave church by 5:45. The show begins at sunset. Admission is $8 for adults and $4 for children. We ask all attendees to bring money for dinner, snacks and a drink. We will supply the popcorn. All members of the church are invited to this fun event. For more information on the Big Mo visit http://www.thebigmo.com/, Please contact Leslie Bloss lbloss3306@hotmail.com (413-1994) or Cheryl Milburn cmilburn98@yahoo.com to RSVP or with any questions.
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Men’s Breakfast
Saturday, October 25
Next breakfast will be Sat., Oct. 25 at 8am here at Living Springs. Buttermilk pancakes, grits, sausage, scrambled eggs, and coffee will be served by Laura Cunningham. Donation $6.60. We will be discussing our upcoming events and electing leaders. LS Men meet on the last Saturday of each month - bring a friend!
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Reformation Festival & Confirmation Milestone
Sunday, October 26
Our *Reformation Olympics * for all adults, youth & children will take place on at 9:30 in the Fellowship Hall. There will be food, teams, medals, judges and a guaranteed great time! Don't forget to wear RED! Also, on Reformation Sunday, we rejoice and offer prayers of blessing for our 5 youth affirming their faith at their Confirmation Milestone: Hayley Haskins, Amber Jorgensen, Christopher Staudt, Courtney Staudt, and Laura Stuart.
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TRUNK OR TREAT
Thursday, October 30
You are invited to decorate your car trunk/truck bed and hand out your own candy to all our little “trick or treater’s” from 6:15 - 7:45. Watch for the online signup. In the Fellowship Hall, preschool will serve chili. There will be games with prizes, led by our youth groups, plus a silent auction for the PS that you don’t want to miss! Contact Lexanne Graves or Karen Kranz. If you can’t participate, we ask you to consider donating extra candy to be given out. Please put your candy donation outside Lexanne's office door.
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All Saints Sunday
Sunday, November 2
It is our tradition to remember those who have died in the past year in our prayers on All Saints Sunday, November 2nd. If you would like us to remember a friend or family member, please let Lisa Petty in the office know or fill out a form found on the table in the back of the narthex by October 26th.
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Bunco
Sunday, November 2
Its BUNCO time again - don't miss out on the fun -you can be the biggest winner, the biggest loser or get to wear the crown. Signups will be out soon. We will meet at Retha Murray’s on Nov 2 at 6pm. Bring an appetizer or dessert to share, and adult beverage of your choice ( soft drinks will be provided).
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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! See more details, including the menu here. Contact Mike Davidson at mdavidson33@gmail or 699-1498 if you have any questions. Sponsored by Lutheran Men.
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Dasher Dinner for Lutheran Campus Ministry
Friday, November 7
The Rev. Dr. Fred Reisz and May Reisz will be honored at the DASHER DINNER on Fri, Nov 7 at 6pm at Capstone House. As part of our partnership with Lutheran Campus Ministry, Living Springs is sponsoring a table for 8 at the discounted price of $50 per person. If you would like to attend call the office or see Pastor Eric by Nov 2.
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Thrivent - Trash Or Treasures!!!
Sunday, November 9
To help fund the SC Synod’s history book project, the “Charleston Silver Lady”, Dawn Corley is donating her time and expertise to appear at appraisal events in SC Synod congregations during this year. During these events, Dawn presents amazing information about silver and its uses in South Carolina, and then appraises items brought in by attendees. In most cases, she can tell you not just the value of the object, but she can tell you how it was used, and very likely, who made it! Check in & registration here at Living Springs: Sunday, November 9 at 3pm.Admission is free. There will be a $25 appraisal fee (for up to three (3) items per guest). The Response Form needs to be filled out prior to event. Click here to open form Once the response form is received, a reservation number will be issued. Please make checks payable to Thrivent Midlands SC Chapter – response must be postmarked by Saturday, November 1. Following the presentation, a Thrivent Financial Workshop, refreshments, and Chapter elections will be available during the appraisal time.
Please see your Thrivent advocate (Karen Kranz, Jan Schmidt, Charles or Ruth Pollard) for information.
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SIGN UP NOW!
LIVING SPRINGS LIVING NATIVITY
DECEMBER 20TH AND 21ST
Sign up now on the board in the narthex to participate this year. Remember, no speaking is required by the actors! There is a role for everyone: cast members, lights, sound, scenery, props, costumes, music, animal keepers, and refreshments. Rehearsals begin in November after the Sunday 10:45 service.
What a special opportunity for you and your family to celebrate the birth of our Lord with the congregation and community!
Questions? Contact Dea Jones or Anita Gabbard
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Prayers
Cindy & Jeff Day & family - passing of Cindy's mother, Doris Brantley
Dick Collins
Delores Harmon
Bob Allman
Janet Bate
Mike Wyka
Rachel Peterson
Tiffani Cunningham - sister of Rachel Peterson
Kristy Grohman - daughter-in-law of Brenda Grohman
Eugene Goldberg - brother-in-law of Marj Appleton
Joe Berger - father of Rocky Berger
Beth Ott - mother of Jan Berger
Jordan Epperson - Granddaughter of Jan Schmidt
Barbara Hammer - sister of Laura Turnmire
Michael Hart - son of Alice Renaud
Jim Caldwell - co-worker of Judy Lawrence
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Lessons for Sunday, November 19
First Reading: Isaiah 45:1–7
The prophet announces that Cyrus the Persian emperor is the one the Lord has anointed to end Israel's exile. The Lord makes this choice so that the whole world will recognize this Lord as the only God. Persia had a god of light and a god of darkness; the Lord claims sovereignty over both light and darkness.
Psalm (ELW): Psalm 96:1–13]
Ascribe to the LORD honor and power. (Ps. 96:7)
Second Reading: 1 Thessalonians 1:1–10
Most likely this letter is the first written by Paul. Paul is giving pastoral encouragement and reassurances to new Christians living in an antagonistic pagan environment. Their commitment of faith, love, and hope makes them a model for other new Christian communities.
Gospel: Matthew 22:15–22
After Jesus begins teaching in the temple, religious leaders try to trap him with questions. First they ask if God's people should pay taxes to an earthly tyrant like Caesar.
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SERVING THIS SUNDAY
8:15 Service
Council Person
Jean Cronin
Assisting Minister
Gwen Furcron
Lector
Helen Doerpinhaus
Communion Assistants
Helen Doerpinhaus
Wayne Kannaday
Ushers
Judy Lawrence
Billy Copeland
Greeter
Karen Kranz
Acolyte
Sean Cronin
10:45 Service
Council Person
Jeff Tenhover
Assisting Minister
Jan Berger
Lector
Anne Ducate
Communion Assistants
Gail Buchanan
Steve Bloss
Ushers
Jan Berger
Leslie Bloss
Adam Woodruff
Pat Bartucca
Greeter
Linda Hayes
Acolyte
Walker Flores
Crucifer
Steve Padgett
Torchbearers
Karlene Stuart
Laura Stuart
Children’s Message
Pastor Eric Fink
Counters
Jeff Tenhover (LC)
Karlene Stuart
Jan Berger
Flowers
Nancy Baldwin
Mugger
Irene & Charles Tracy
Nursery
Misty O'Donnell
Refreshments
Judy Lawrence
Altar Guild
Nancy Baldwin
Care Meals
Karen Kranz - Capt
Henrietta Kaiser
Nancy Franck
Karlene Stuart
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