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May 10, 2022
A NOTE FROM PASTOR SAM
Dear South Carolina Nazarenes and friends, 
 
I am providing you an update on my health journey.  As many of you know, I had open-heart surgery two weeks ago to replace two heart valves that were damaged by a rare blood infection that had been in my body, most likely, from the beginning of the year.  I can share with you that God has been doing an incredible work of healing in my body.   The prayers that have been lifted on my behalf have moved the hand of God.  As of today, I am way ahead of where the doctors expected me to be in my recovery process.   I praise the Lord for this!
 
The journey has not been easy, and it continues. I still must administer antibiotics for the blood infection for at least another month; however, I believe that God has already done a complete work.  I am mainly working from home, but I am participating in some meetings as my strength allows.  I am grateful for a wonderful office staff that has willingly taken more work in order to continue the district ministry. 
 
Through the weeks that I was in pain, not feeling well and in the hospital, South Carolina Nazarenes and friends from all over have been of great encouragement.  The cards, phone calls, texts, visits, and all kinds of support, such as meals to our home, have all been an expression of love.  Thank you for loving us and caring for us in such a special way.  You were Christ to me and to my family during these times.  May God reward you according to his great love.  
 
With sincere gratitude, 
Pastor Sam Flores


 
EVENT SPOTLIGHTS

Camp Work Days

Come out and help us get prepared for the busy summer camp season at Gunter Camp & Conference Center! Check out all the details below:

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When: Friday, May 27 - Saturday, May 28

Who: Men, Women, Youth Groups 

Work To Be Done: Painting, Power Washing, Landscaping, Roofing

Other Info:  

  • Please let us know how many will be eating Friday and Saturday
  • Please let us know how many will need rooms for Friday Night
  • If you have a Power Washer to bring it would be very helpful
  • Any hand tools you could bring would be very helpful

Rooms and Meals will be provided, but the camp must know you are coming by May 20th! 

Contact Info: 
Candy Flores: (832)922-1767
Tony Lupton: (843)200-5395
District Office: (803)794-2209


 

SUMMER CAMPS 2022
Click below to find out more!
Family Camp
Teen Camp
Pre-Teen Camp
Children's Camp


 

THE BRIDGE - YOUNG ADULT RETREAT
GUNTER CAMP & CONFERENCE CENTER

MAY 20-22, 2022
CLICK FOR DETAILS


 

THE GATHERING 2022
SC District Assembly & Conventions

July 17-18, 2022
CLICK FOR DETAILS


 

THE STEP
WORK & WITNESS TRIP
October 22-30, 2022
El Paso, TX
INFORMATION & FORMS


 
SC NMI UPDATE
Hello, my NMI Family! It is a blessing to send you these greetings during a busy time of the church year as we finalize our offerings and begin to plan for 2022-2023. Work is underway to secure our ballot for the General NMI Convention delegates and other elections at district assembly. Pray for God's discernment and guidance as we approach those elections.

Thank you so much to every one of our council members who give of their time so willingly to make SC NMI an exemplary district! Missions Matters to SC Nazarenes. 
  1. Many of you have been asking budget questions and I found a great place to find answers. Perhaps this will help you as well:  NMI FAQs - NMI Leader | Church of the Nazarene
  2. Registration for our Work and Witness trip to El Paso is under way! You can find a link to all forms on  South Carolina District Church of the Nazarene | The Step (southcarolinanazarene.com) We will help with construction at a new church & at a Compassionate Ministries Center, We will also help with an outreach effort for this new church. Outings are also planned to enjoy the beauty of the surrounding area.
  3. Crisis Care Kits will be collected at the district assembly on Monday. July 17th, Gas is very expensive this year (as you know!) so do your best to promote this effort and let's PACK THE TRUCK so that we are using God's money in the best possible way by carrying MANY boxes in that truck to Maryland.
  4. We will get a new LINKS family for 2023. The system is changing. All districts will receive their new assignment (and it will be only one) each January--so we will get a new name to begin honoring in January. In the meantime, continue to give and encourage David and Erika Campos and Don and Cheryl Cox.
Blessings on each of you and your church's NMI. Thank you for making a difference for the kingdom!

With Love,
Libby


 
SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Nixon Scholarship for Freshmen
Nixon Science Scholarship


 
HALF-MILLION MOBILIZATION
Click for Information, Schedules, Prayer Guides & More!


 
FEATURED PHOTOS
We plan to feature up to four photos each week. Email photos for consideration to Jeremy.reese@southcarolinanazarene.com.
Less than two weeks after open heart surgery, our District Superintendent, Rev. Samuel Flores, was able to walk at his graduation from Trevecca Nazarene University to receive his graduate degree diploma.
Rev. Ted and Dr. Patty Hambrick and Super Life Church of the Nazarene sharing the Gospel using their new bus.
Mother's Day at Iglesia Casa del Alfarero


 

May 20-22 | The Bridge - Young Adult Retreat (NYI) | Gunter Camp & Conference Center
May 27-28 | Camp Work Days | Gunter Camp & Conference Center
May 31 | End of 2021/2022 Church Year
June 5 | Pentecost Sunday
June 12-18 | Family Camp | Gunter Camp & Conference Center
June 20-24 | Teen Camp (NYI) | Gunter Camp & Conference Center
June 25-July 2 | Encuentro - Puerto Rico (NYI)
June 29-July 1 | PALCON | Trevecca Nazarene University
July 9-17 | IMPACT Team Tour
July 17-18 | The Gathering 2022 - District Assembly & Conventions | Columbia First
July 20-23 | Preteen Camp | Gunter Camp & Conference Center
July 24-27 | Children's Camp | Gunter Camp & Conference Center
October 22-30 | The Step - Work & Witness Trip | El Paso, TX


 
MINISTRY PAGES
SC Kids
NDI - Discipleship
NMI - Missions
NYI - Youth
Gunter Camp & Conference Center


 
PRAYER NEEDS
  • The Ongoing Situation in Ukraine. Pray for families that are separated and those who have lost loved ones. Pray for the humanitarian aid organizations that are working to provide needed shelter and supplies. Pray for government leaders that are working toward peace.
  • Rev. Michael Blankenship's (Summerville) mother, Irene recovering following emergency surgery.
  • Rev. Sam Flores as he recovers following open heart surgery. 
  • Judy Link, spouse of Rev. Glen Link (Greenwood Community), following her recent cancer diagnosis. 
  • Judson Pressley, grandson of Rev. Greg Pressley (Sumter First), undergoing treatments after Leukemia diagnosis.
  • Gloria Spires, spouse of Rev. David Spires (Cayce), recovering from recent surgery.
  • Rev. Bill Watts (Lugoff Faith), following recent cancer diagnosis and as he looks to surgery soon.
  • Churches going through transitions.


 
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