Calling All Living Springs Members -
Your Attendance is Needed Sunday at 9:20!
Living Springs G.I.F.T. Sunday
November 13
Annual Congregation Meeting & Ministry Brunch
Council Election, Spending Plan, Loan Refinance
9:20 – 10:35 in the Fellowship Hall
We will begin at 9:20 sharp. If you are bringing pastries, donuts, cinnamon rolls, etc., please drop them off in the kitchen on Saturday or by 8:30 on Sunday so that they can be set out on the tables ahead of time.
Annual Commitments of Discipleship
8:15 & 10:45 Worship in the Sanctuary
Bring your 2017 G.I.F.T. Commitment Envelopes and completed Time & Talent Sheets to offer during the 8:15 or 10:45 worship service* Don’t miss the wonderful day of celebration and commitment for our Living Springs community of disciples!
*Commitment Envelopes and T&T Sheets were distributed at the fall cottage gatherings. Additional copies are available in the office. For those unable to be present on Nov. 13, Commitment Envelope (and T&T sheets) may be dropped off at the church office.
VA Ministry
Thursday, November 10
On 2nd Thursdays from 7:00-7:45, we will host a time of music, visiting, support, care, and fellowship at the Dorn VA’s Community Life Center.
Everyone is invited to come be part of this special time for the many disabled or older veterans who are undergoing therapy or now residing at the center. If you would like to make cards or donate thank-you items to be distributed, those are welcome, too! Signup up in the administration building. If you would like to ride the bus or follow in your car, please meet at the church at 6:15. The next upcoming dates are December 8 and January 12.
Calling All LS Veterans & Active Military
Recognition on Sunday, November 20
On November 20, we would like to honor those of our Living Springs family that have served or are still serving in our armed forces. We kindly ask that if you have served, please call the office with your info. Or if you prefer, please go to the link below. We thank you for your service! goo.gl/forms/deuPJgoDkK2Hmtpt1
NE Columbia
Thanksgiving Worship
Monday, November 21 @ 7pm
Adams Northeast AME
Sponsored by Living Springs Lutheran, Adams Northeast AME,
Northeast UMC, & Rehoboth Baptist
Service is at 7pm, with fellowship time to follow at Adams Northeast AME , 409 Longtown Rd. Sponsored by Living Springs Lutheran, Adams Northeast AME, Northeast UMC, and Rehoboth Baptist. Living Springs will again be contributing to the worship music, along with musical offerings by the other congregations! Each congregation is asked to bring finger foods and desert items for the fellowship time. A sign up sheet will be located in the administrative building lobby.
Help Needed to Paint Preschool
This Weekend
We are looking for people to come and help paint two classrooms this weekend in the preschool. We will meet Friday night after 6 and Sunday morning. If you can help or have any questions please contact Jim Zieche.
JUNIOR YOUTH GROUP EVENT:
This Sunday, Nov 13th at 1215pm.
All Kindergarten through 6th grade youth are invited this Sunday for a "Giving Thanks" event where we will kick off our yearlong project focus of helping the homeless!! Then we will go see the "Trolls" Movie at Sandhills. Please bring your own lunch to eat and any money for snacks at the theater; movie tickets will be graciously provided for each child. If another parent is willing to drive, Lexanne needs your help! Please complete a permission/medical release form for your child, if you have not already done so (click here for the form). Please email Lexanne if your child is planning to attend (Lexanne@LivingSpringsColumbia.org).
Tuesday Night Devotion Dinner
Tuesday, November 15
On 3rd Tuesdays, LS Food Ministry offers dinner at 6:15, with devotions by Pastor. Meal is served by Laura & Mark Cunningham, our LS Food Resource persons Cost $9 – signup sheet will be the admin bldg or contact the office before 11 am on the Monday prior.
AL LA LU IA! Hymn Sing-Along
Thursday, November 17
Make a joyful noise!! What joy there is on the faces of residents when they hear the preschool children sing and then get to join in with the adults after! There are many that know the hymns without even looking at the words and you can see that God has touched their hearts. Next hymn-along: Thursday, November 17 – start @ 10 am. Crossings, 2300 Clemson Rd, Columbia, SC 29223 Ph:(803) 223-9560. Meet at the church @ 9:30 if you would like to carpool.
Hannah House Food Ministry
Thursday, November 17
Who wants to say the blessing? A little girl shouts “I will, I will” and proceeds to sing the blessing she was taught. How rewarding it is to hear the innocent eagerness of a child thanking the Lord! We serve a meal on the third Thursday (November 17 this month), leaving Living Springs at 5:15. Laura & Mark make the entrée and we supply the side dishes, dessert and drinks. There is a sign-up sheet in the admin building if you would like to donate an item or join us. Contact Karen @ kbkranz@gmail.com for information.
God & Family Parent Meeting
Sunday, November 20
On Sunday, November 20th at 930am in the Narthex we will host the God and Family Mandatory Parent Meeting for those interested in this milestone. The God and Family milestone is designed for 4th-5th graders and is held on 3 consecutive Saturday mornings for 3 hours each. The God and Family Milestone dates are Jan 28, Feb 4, and 11 from 9am-12pm all 3 dates. Contact Lexanne Graves if you plan on attending.
Daily Advent E-Mail Devotions
Due November 20
This year, Pastor Eric and the Worship Team again invite you to contribute a daily devotion for our LS Advent E-mail Series. A theme & Scripture passage will be assigned for each weekday during Advent. Devotions should be approx. 300 words in length and submitted to Pastor Eric by Nov. 20. A sign-up sheet is available in the narthex admin building. We were truly blessed by all of the submissions last Advent - this is a wonderful way to focus your heart on an Advent message of hope and joy to share with others!
Opportunity to Be a Worship Helper
Refresher Training Sessions 11/20 & 11/27
There will be refresher sessions on 11/20 & 11/27 for assisting ministers, lectors, ushers, communion assistants, greeters, crucifers, and torch bearers. Did you wonder what is involved in serving in one or more of these responsibilities? Expand your comfort zone – meet in the sanctuary at 9:30 am or contact Jim Zieche or Karen Kranz for information. One of the ways that Jesus showed us his love was by washing his disciples’ feet. That was the job of a servant, but Jesus willingly took up that job. Show your love by being a worship assistant!
Backpacks
Its been a while since we have had to ask for anything, but that time is here! We are in need of milk and weenie beenies or individual peanut butter. Thank you.
LIVING SPRINGS LIVING NATIVITY:
LOVE IS BORN
DECEMBER 17th AND 18th
Living Nativity Rehearsal Schedule
All Rehearsals are after 10:45 Services at the Church!
November 6 – Mary, Joseph, Gabriel, Narrator
November 13 – Mary, Joseph, Innkeeper, Midwife, Narrator
November 20 – Townspeople, Narrator, Mary, Joseph, Innkeeper, Midwife
December 4 – Mary, Joseph, Narrator, Shepherds, Gabriel, Angels
December 11 – Music and rehearsal make up for townspeople, shepherds, Angels
December 15 – Tech rehearsal – all tech crew and music
December 16 – Dress rehearsal – costume check – all cast and crew– 6:30 pm
December 17 and 18 – All cast and crew – 6:30
Dea Jones is trying to locate someone in the church who has, or knows someone who has, an animal trailer . It is needed to transport Peter Moore' s donkey to the church for the Living Nativity December 16-18. Please contact either Pastor Eric, Dea ,or the church office.
Martin Luther Visionary Reformer
Understanding Luther and the Arts in the World Today
Friday, November 11, 2016 from 10:00 - 4:30 p.m.
Lutheran Theological Southern Seminary, Columbia
The Academy of Faith & Leadership and our SC Synod sponsor this commemorative event of the 500th anniversary of the Reformation, featuring the Rev. Dr. Scott H. Hendrix, Emeritus Professor of Reformation History & Theology at Princeton Theological Seminary and author of Martin Luther: Visionary Reformer. Rev. Dr. Clay J. Schmit and Dr. M. Patrick Graham, Professor of Theological Bibliography at Emory University, will make presentations on Luther and the Arts: Utilizing the Arts in Ministry and Worship Today.
Lutheran Campus Ministry Dasher Dinner Friday, November 18, 6:30 pm Campus Room, Capstone House USC
The year’s honoree: Rev. Dr. Harvey Huntley, parish pastor and staff person with both the LCA and ELCA, who has been a strong advocate for mission and leadership in the Church. There will be a Silent Auction as well! As one of LCM’s partner congregations, Living Springs is sponsoring a table of 8 for $400. If you would like to help represent us at this special dinner, please see Pastor Eric or LCM Board member, Wendy McKenzie (suggested donation of $50). If you are unable to attend, you can also make a monetary contribution or Silent Auction item to support this ministry that serves Midlands Tech, Columbia College and USC students! Contact Wendy McKenzie (803-603-6145 or wendy.mckenzie@sc.edu).
Prayers
Vickie Crapps
Retha Murray
Janet Bate
Sue & Mike Loveless & family - passing of Sue's sister Cheryl Deborah Smith Al Jordan
Ryleigh Hensley
Colleen Franks Beth Ott - mother of Jan Berger Steve Szpiech - brother of Sue Stewart Gladys Smith - mother of Delores Harmon Braxton Wayne Brantley & parents - great-grandson of Herb & Gwen Brantley Drew Atkinson - grandfather of Kristen Prizer Kevin Bowen - brother of Beverly Wyka William Behnke - great-grandson of Alice Renaud Horace Cooper - uncles of Delores Harmon Joey Zayas - cousin of Jean Weick Reed Etheredge - friend of Helen Doerpinghaus Joan Maack - friend of Tina Molineu Beasley family - death of Evan Turnmire's friend Joe Scott Counts - son of friend of Peggy Collins Chip Conklin - husband of Sally Catoe's co-worker
Lessons for Sunday, November 13
First Reading: Malachi 4:1-2a
Malachi, whose name means “my messenger,” warns that the day of the Lord is coming. On that day, the evil will be destroyed like stubble in a fire, but the “sun of righteousness” will shine on those who fear God.
Psalm 98
In righteousness will the Lord judge the world. (Ps. 98:9)
Second Reading: 2 Thessalonians 3:6-13
Some members of the Thessalonian community, because of their belief in the nearness of Christ’s return, had ceased to work, living off the generosity of other members of the community. Paul warns them bluntly that if they want to eat, they need to work.
Gospel: Luke 21:5-19
As history moves toward God’s fulfillment there will be frightening signs and events. Before the end, believers will draw strength from their relationship to God and shall be given the words they need to testify and to endure without fear.
Click below if to see the upcoming schedule and/or to sign up for a future date. November-December
8:15 Service
Council Person
Scott Graves Assisting Minister
Saundra Dixon Lector
Nowell Ramsey Communion Assistants
Karen Kranz
Scott Graves Ushers
Peg Fox
Bill Fox Greeter
Marj & Jerry Appleton Acolyte
Michael Landers Crucifer
Jim Zieche
10:45 Service
Council Person
Ed Brennan Assisting Minister
Alison Levitt Lector
Dea Jones Communion Assistants
Pat Bartucca
Ed Brennan Ushers
Sara Levitt
Mike Davidson
Rocky Berger
Hany Sorial Greeter
Preston Ginn Acolyte
Lauren Bloss Crucifer
Adam Woodruff Torchbearers
Tiffany Ginn
Gary Ginn
Children's Message
Tree Planting Counters
Ed Brennan (LC)
Adam Woodruff
Angie Dyches Flowers
Mugger
Charles Tracy Nursery
Melissa Christy Refreshments
Congregational Brunch Altar Guild
Tiffany Ginn
Church Humor...
The Sunday School Teacher asked,
"Now, Johnny, tell me frankly, do you say prayers before eating?"
"No sir," little Johnny replies, "I don't have to - my Mom is a good cook!"
Do you have some church humor you'd like to share? We would love to share it too! Send your humor to Lisa in the office.
