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News for St. Peters family and friends
Holy Week and Easter Day
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St. Peters Church
Holy Week
Maundy Thursday, April 2
7:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary
Holy Communion
Stripping of the Altar
Good Friday, April 3
7:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary
Easter Egg Hunt, Saturday, April 4
9:30 a.m. in the Parish Life Center
For children in the 4th grade and younger
Breakfast Provided
Easter Day
Sunday, April 5
7:00 a.m.-Sunrise Service
Assemble on the front lawn and then enter
the darkened church in procession
Holy Communion
8:30 a.m.-Easter Breakfast
Served in the Parish Life Center by the
Seekers Sunday School Class
10:00 a.m.-Sunday School
10:30 a.m.-Flowering of the Cross on the front
lawn
11:00 a.m. Festival Service
Holy Communion
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As we leave March and move into April, the Lords people are
preparing to enter the holiest week of the Churchs year Holy Week!
This week has its origins in the earliest years of the Church and
it revolves around the events in our Lords Life that rescued the
worlds people from the destructive realities of sin, Satan and
death. The Week opens with Palm Sunday on 29 March. When the
Lutheran Book of Worship was introduced in the late 70s, the day
was designated The Sunday of the Passion. While palm branches are
blessed and distributed at the beginning of the Liturgy to recall
Jesus entry into Jerusalem, this later designation is more accurate
because the entire account of Jesus Passion is read from Marks
Gospel. This year we will again have several readers to lead us
through the account. The Lords Supper will also be celebrated. Holy
Week continues with the observance of Maundy Thursday (02 April).
This Liturgy marks the Lords gift of his Supper to the disciples
and then to the entire Church. This Supper has its origins in the
Passover Meal that was transformed by our Lord to be the Banquet
that reaches into eternity. The Liturgy includes Confession and
Forgiveness, Scripture Readings and the Supper. Following this
Liturgy the altar and chancel is stripped of all its appointments
and paraments to reflect Jesus plunge into beatings and insults,
trial and death. On Good Friday (03 April) we observe the death of
our Lord in a church that is silent and barren. In this Liturgy we
read the account from Johns Gospel, showing Jesus going to the
crucifixion willingly yet triumphantly. The Liturgy also includes
the Bidding Prayer, the Procession of the Cross and the Solemn
Reproaches (the Lords lament for his faithless people). On Holy
Saturday (04 April) the appointments and paraments are restored to
the church as everything is readied for the celebrations of Easter
Day. There are two liturgies on Easter Day (05 April), 7 and 11 am.
The Sunrise Service at 7 has
its beginnings in the Easter Vigil, a very early Liturgy in the
Churchs life. The Vigil began late in the evening on Holy Saturday
and extended into the early morning of Easter Day. The Sunrise
Service reflects the early morning portion of the Vigil. Since the
Lutheran Book of Worship came into the churches, there are Lutheran
parishes that schedule the Vigil. Many of them begin it as the sun
sets on Holy Saturday (this makes it easier for parishioners to
take part rather than beginning at 11 pm and running past
midnight!). The members and friends of St. Peters Church are
encouraged to participate in all these liturgies. They expose us
fully to the Lords redemptive actions, stirring and sustaining the
Life into which we have been baptized. These liturgies will carry
us into the Easter and Pentecost seasons. May our Lord continue to
stir the worshiping, serving and giving of this parish community.
In our Lords grace, fear and mercy,
Pr. Carl A. Voges,
Interim Pastor
Are You Graduating this Spring?
If so, please let the church office know as soon as possible.
You may email the church ([email protected]) or drop this in
the offering plate. Name
____________________________________________ Graduating from
_______________________________ (High School, College, University,
Tech School)
Degree___________________________________________ Date of
graduation _____________________________
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Attention Ladies of St. Peter's! Are you searching for an
opportunity to join other faithful ladies of St. Peters for
fellowship and service to God? If the answer is yes, then the Anna
Circle warmly invites you to attend their next meeting. The Anna
Circle has members of all ages who share a desire to grow in God's
Word, to participate in service projects that demonstrate God's
love, and to contribute as an active partner in the ministry of St.
Peter's Lutheran Church - all within a supportive community of
women of faith. Our current activities include monthly meetings,
prayer and meal support for the congregation's expecting parents,
and participation in outreach and service projects locally and
worldwide. Monthly meetings are highlighted with a brief Bible
Study, fellowship, and refreshments with members taking turns
leading the Bible Study and serving as the hostess. The Anna Circle
meets on the 4th Tuesday of each month, and new members are always
welcome. Please join us at our next meeting on Tuesday, March 24 at
7 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall. To learn more about Anna Circle,
please contact Stephanie Lindner at 457-0822.
Fund for Sanctuary Heat/AC You likely have noticed we are having
problems with keeping the Sanctuary comfortable. The Property
Committee has recommended and Council has approved receiving
donations to replace the heat/AC system. The cost is estimated to
be approximately $30,000. If you would like to contribute, just
mark your gifts Sanctuary Heat/AC. Mark Your Calendars! Music Camp
will be July 26-July 30 from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM.
Expecting a Baby? Anna Circle would like to support you in
prayer as you are expecting your baby! Once your bundle of joy has
arrived, wed like to bring you a meal, too! Heres how: Expectant
parents can contact the Church Office at 359-2470 or email:
[email protected] and provide the Church secretary with your
name, due date, and contact phone number so we can put you on our
prayer list. Once the baby arrives, contact the church office and
the secretary will contact Anna Circle. Well be in touch with you
to coordinate delivery of a celebration meal!
Fund for Sanctuary Heat/AC You likely have noticed we are having
problems with keeping the Sanctuary comfortable. The Property
Committee has recommended and Council has approved receiving
donations to replace the heat/AC system. The cost is estimated to
be approximately $30,000. If you would like to contribute, just
mark your gifts Sanctuary Heat/AC.
***SAVE THE DATE *** July 19-23
VBS at St. Peters Lutheran Church If you are willing to share
your time and tal-ents please contact Christen Widener or Vickie
Davis. Teachers/leaders, decorators, craft makers, prop builders,
food preparers, musicians, actors, etc. are needed.
mailto:[email protected]
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Confirmation Classes for seventh graders will meet at 9:00 AM on
April 18 and May 9 in the youth room.
Confirmation Classes for eighth graders will meet at 9:00 AM on
April 11, at 6:00 PM on May 3 (with Council), and at 9:00 AM on May
9 in the office conference room. The Confirmation practice and
Banquet for eighth grade Confirmands will be held on May 17 at 6:30
PM in the Sanctuary with dinner in PLC. The Confirmands will be
confirmed at the 11:00 AM service on May 24.
WOW Services Resume AprilOur regular Worship on Wednesday will
resume on April 8, in the Parish Life Center. Dinner will be served
at 6:00 PM and worship with Holy Communion begins at 6:30 PM.
We Extend Sincere Christian Sympathy to: Valerie Porth and
family at the death of
her Uncle, Ron Wilkoc on March 1. The funeral was held on March
5 at St. Andrews Lutheran Church.
Dwight Amick and family at the death of his brother-in-law, Bill
Sanders, on March 7. A memorial service was held at Milton Shealy
Funeral home on March 10.
Soil and Water Stewardship Sunday is April 26. Come and learn
more about Pollinator StewardshipHow hardworking pollinators are
your local heroes.
Spring Clothing Drive The Stewardship Committee is once again
sponsoring a Spring Clothing Drive. The pickup dates will be on the
two Sundays of April 26 and May 3. Bring your good, clean, gently
used clothing, linens, shoes, etc. with you to church and look for
the truck parked out front. The clothing will be given to LICS.
Congratulations to Travis and Kimberly McLeod on the birth of a
daughter, Alexandra Skye McLeod. She was born on March 15, measures
8lbs. 5 oz., and 21 in. long. We give thanks to God for this
miracle of new life.
"Discipleship Moment" videos from Bishop John Bradosky and other
executive staff members will be published regularly to the NALC's
website. These short videos can be used before worship on Sunday
mornings, as an introduction to Sunday school or Bible study times,
or for personal use. Reflections on what the word "discipleship"
really means, the vision for the NALC, and what it means to be
"mission-driven" are just a few of the many topics you will hear
about. Personal stories from local congregations, international
missions and personal ministry experiences will also be featured.
As the NALC strives to be Christ centered, mission driven,
traditionally grounded and congregationally focused, we hope and
pray these resources will be excellent and helpful tools. Go to
www.thenalc.org/discipleship-moment/ to discover this exciting new
resource.
http://www.thenalc.org/discipleship-moment/http://www.thenalc.org/discipleship-moment/
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Dear St. Peters Thank you for your prayers, cards and visits
during my moms, Violet Porths illness, hospital stays and recent
passing. Many thanks to Pastor Rawl, Pastor Paulette and the choir
for the beautiful funeral service. Thanks also to the food
committeethe meal they prepared really meant a lot to us during
this difficult time. With Love and Gratitude, Cheryl Lee
Dear Friends of LICS, On behalf of Lexington Interfaith
Community Services (LICS) board of directors and staff, I would
like to thank you for your investment in LICS through your recent
donation of $645.00. With generous contributions from you and many
others we were able to serve 20,000 people in Lexington County in
2014.11,795 received food either once or monthly throughout the
year, 5,800 received free clothing, 443 received financial
assistance, and over 2,400 referrals and miscellaneous services
were given to prepare for a sustainable lifestyle. 2015 brings
continued emphasis in programming for our clients including cooking
and budgeting classes and the expansion of our food pantry. Our
goal is to help facilitate the self-sufficiency of the entire
family so that they no longer are dependent on assistance from
others. You have glorified God by helping your neighbor in crisis.
May you be blessed beyond measure for your support of this
Christian service ministry. Sincerely Robin W. Bowers, Executive
Director
Dear Members of St. Peter's, What a delight it was to spend some
time with the folks at St. Peters in January. Matthew and I thank
you for inviting us to share the amazing story of St. Lukes during
WOW. Thank you also for your generous contribution of $3,850.00.
Thanks to you, St. Lukes was able to respond to the needs of
refugee children forced to flee from South Sudan when civil war
broke out in December 2013. We were able to build seven classrooms
and open St. Lukes CORE Primary School for grades 1-7 in a refugee
camp at Adjumani, Uganda. Commenting on the work in Adjumani, Dr.
Gemechis Buba, Global Mission Director for NALC, said What Matthew
has accomplished in the camp is nothing less than a miracle. His
mission is truly a tremendous blessing to the refugees and their
children in the refugee camp. Enrollment at school has gone from
700 to 1,700. The UN has now built permanent classrooms and is
providing money for additional teachers. With the school enrollment
up and running under the leadership of a Head Teacher with support
from the Parents Association, Matthew was freed up to return to
South Sudan, where he is now working to reopen St. Lukes
Theological College. We are relocating to Nimule, because of
security and strategic considerations. The Anglican Church has
given us land, and the Development Association is launching a
capital campaign to build classrooms on the property. Please
continue to pray for Matthew, the College, the Primary School, and
the people of South Sudan. We will be sending information on the
Capital Campaign very soon. Please consider how you might be able
to help us reopen the College and continue to prepare Christian
leaders for church and community.
In Christs Service, Franklin E. Rothfuss, Director
*Also thanks to the members of Lydia Circle for the generous
contribution of $4,035.19.
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General Fund
2014 Contribution Pattern of Giving
48 Giving units gave nothing for the period 17% of units
34 Giving units gave $1 to $52 per year 12% of units
11 Giving units gave $52 to $104 per year 4% of units
21 Giving units gave $104 to $260 per year 7% of units
30 Giving units gave $260 to $520 per year 10% of units
37 Giving units gave $520 to $1,040 per year 13% of units
25 Giving units gave $1,040 to $1,560 per year 9% of units
15 Giving units gave $1,560 to $2,080 per year 5% of units
14 Giving units gave $2,080 to $2,600 per year 5% of units
10 Giving units gave $2,600 to $3,120 per year 3% of units
9 Giving units gave $3,120 to $4,160 per year 3% of units
10 Giving units gave $4,160 to $5,200 per year 3% of units
9 Giving units gave $5,200 to $6,500 per year 3% of units
6 Giving units gave $6,500 to $7,800 per year 2% of units
3 Giving units gave $7,800 to $10,400 per year 1% of units
5 Giving units gave $10,400 to $13,000 per year 2% of units
3 Giving units gave $13,000+ per year 1% of units
290 Total Giving Units
This report based on family giving units of record during 2014.
Children giving through en-
velopes have been consolidated with the family unit. Loose cash
and Sunday School offer-
ings were $9,708 for 2014. Checks for contributors not assigned
envelope #s $14,466 for
2014.
We, as a congregation of the North American Lutheran Church
confess: The canonical
Scriptures (Old & New Testaments) as the inspired Word of
God & authoritative source
& norm of its proclamation, faith, & life.
The world is unimpressed with the church because the church has
not commanded the
worlds attention and respect. When we do not support the work of
God according to
the pattern that is set down in the Bible it should not surprise
us that the world does not
respect us. Why should they, when we dont respect God or his
way? We show how
much we care by how much we give. This writing comes from the
book Tithing, A Call
To Serious, Biblical Giving by R. T. Kendall.
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Stewardship Thoughts
The following is the first of three articles that come from
Halleys Bible Handbook written by Dr. Henry H. Halley. The last
copyright was in 1965, and it still holds true for Christians
to-day.
THE HABIT OF GOING TO CHURCH EVERY SUNDAY AS AN ACT OF WORSHIP
TO GOD
All Christian people ought to go to Church every Sunday, unless
hindered by sickness, or necessary work, or necessity of some kind.
It ought to be a matter of conscience, and an act of worship. The
Churches are the most important institutions in any community. The
Sunday Services are the churchs principal way of doing its work; it
is the event of the community life. Nothing ever happens in any
community as important to the life of the community as the regular
Sunday Worship Services. Every community ought to love its
churches, and, at this appointed time, turn out en masse, to honor
HIM in whose name the church exists. What it would mean? Assuming
the pulpit to be faithful, and the services what they ought to be,
if the churches were filled every Sunday the community would take
notice, Evangelistic work of the church would be done, financial
problems would be solved, missionary problems would be solved. The
whole church program would be advanced. It is the one thing that
would make the churches strong; the one thing on which depends the
solution of the problems facing Christianity. If all Christian
Church people would stir themselves up to be faithful in this one
fundamental Christian duty it would set forward the influence of
the Church, and the Christ for whom the church stands, more than
all the rest of the things the Churches are doing put together.
What the Church is for. To Hold Christ before the people. The
Church was not invented by men. Men have used it and misused it,
but the Church was founded by Christ. Christ is the Heart of the
Church, and its Lord. The Church exits to Bear Witness to Christ.
Christ himself not the Church, is the transforming power in mens
lives. The mission of the Church is to exalt Christ, so that He
Himself may do his own blessed work on the hearts of men. The
Churchs Method. Meeting together in the name of Christ. The word
Church means a Called out Assembly, a Congregation, those who Come
Together. In order to do his work on Mens hearts Christ must be
often in their minds. So, church meetings need to be frequent. How
Frequent? Weekly: First Day of the Week: The Lords Day: Sunday. The
Lord himself so or-dained. It seems, from Acts 20:6, 7, that even
Paul had to wait, in Troas, for the first day of the week to get
the disciples together. God instituted the Church, and God
appointed the First Day of the week as Church Day. All Christendom
has so recognized it, and has made this day a day of ces-sation
from the ordinary activities of life. Submitted by Tommy Stone on
behalf of the Stewardship and Finance Committee.
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Relay for Life 2015
This years Relay for Life event will be held Saturday, May 2nd
at River Bluff High School. The opening Survivor Walk will begin at
7 PM. St. Peters will once again be there offering a yummy burger
plate for a $5.00 donation. Please join us and help us: Celebrate
our survivors Remember our family, friends, and church members who
have fought the battle. Fight back the only way we know howwith
dollars for: 1. Researchno single nongovernmental, non profit
organization in the US has invested more to find causes or cures
for cancer. 2. Hope Lodge (Charleston, SC ) For all cancer patients
and their caregivers who have to travel away from home for the best
treatment. Hope Lodge facilities provide free and homelike lodging
for cancer patients and their caregivers. 3. Road to Recovery
ProgramPatients often need transportation to and from appointments
and treatments. American Cancer Society (ACS) matches patients to
specially trained volunteer drivers. 4. Look Good . Feel BetterFree
service teaches women battling cancer beauty techniques to help
them improve their appearance and self image during treatments. 5.
Reach for Recovery This program matches specially trained breast
cancer survivors with people who have been recently diagnosed. They
provide understanding, support and hope. Every dollar makes a
difference and helps people locally. Questions, donations,
opportunities or offers to help the St. Peters Team call Sharon
James at 359-7034.
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Please return this form along with your donation of $10 and
complete the portion below and give to either Sharon James, Donna
White or any other Service Committee member. Bags will be decorated
by the Service Committee unless you prefer to do your own. Any
questions please contact me at 996-3044 or 727-9084. Thank you so
much for all you do. ~ Donna
2015 RELAY FOR LIFE OF LEXINTON
Saturday, May 2, 2015, 10pm
River Bluff High School, Lexington, SC
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COUNCIL HIGHLIGHTS Jenny Stone, Council Secretary
The Congregational Council met in the office building conference
room on March 8, 2015 at 6:00 p.m. Russell Rawl,
Vice President of the Council presided over the meeting. Pastor
McHugh and Pastor Voges were in attendance.
The council minutes, treasurers report and staff reports was
received and reviewed. Council members reported on com-
mittee activities. Kevin Gobbi and Sandra Brasington were
absent.
Pastor McHugh received an email from St. Johns Lutheran Church
in Lexington to see if their 4 confirmation students
could be added to our confirmation classes because they are
without a Pastor right now. This was approved by common
consent of the council.
Pastor McHugh had received a listing of the memorial funds and
was given the approval from the council meeting in
February to contact the families to see if some of the funds
could be used for the council approved current projects; re-
placing the HVAC, refurbishing of SS classrooms, and Missionary
Matthew Riak. After making contact with the fami-
lies, some had other specific projects designated, some are
undecided or some Pastor McHugh was unable to reach. The
remaining families approved for the amount of $6,628.33 to be
used for the HVAC, $6,428.33 for the SS classrooms,
and $3,486.33 for Missionary Riak. Greg Webb made a motion to
accept the Memorial Fund designations as allocated
per Pastor McHughs contacts, Buck Vaughan seconded the motion to
approve and the council vote to approve was
unanimous in favor. Council thanked Pastor McHugh for making
these contacts and securing these allocations.
On Monday March 2nd, Pastor McHugh sent an email to all council
members in reference to some major issues with
Amber Scarboroughs computer. Mike Hoyle, computer technician was
in the office to assist Amber and her 2008 hard
drive was failing and she was unable to process the offerings
for the week and other things. Mike had a hard drive that
he was in the process of building for another church and he
offered to transfer everything from Ambers current hard
drive to the new hard drive. He would be able to get this done
within a day or two and the total cost for the new hard
drive, data transfer, installation, and warranty including taxes
would cost $920. The urgent email was sent to inform the
council of this immediate need, the issues, the resolution and a
motion from her and Russell Rawl for the council to re-
port back with an email vote to approve. All emails received
were in favor and the hard drive was replaced by Wednes-
day afternoon.
Come and Celebrate St. Peters Lutheran Church Heritage and
History on Celebration Sunday
Sunday, May 3, 2015
The 235th Anniversary at
St. Peters Lutheran Church
Of Lexington, SC
At 8:30 AM and 11:00 AM
Join us after the late service for our annual picnic
In the Parish Life Center
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Plan ahead!! Put these important dates on your calendar:
April 4 Easter Egg Hunt
April 5 Easter Sunday
April 6 Church office closed
April 26 , May 3 Spring Clothing Drive
May 3 Celebration/Heritage Sunday
April 26 Soil and Water Stewardship Sunday
May 29-30 Carolinas Mission District Convocation
May 31 Graduate Recognition
STEWARDSHIP THOUGHTS
Mary therefore took a pound of expensive ointment made from pure
nard, and anointed the feet of Je-
sus and wiped his feet with her hair. The house was filled with
the fragrance of the perfume. But Judas
Iscariot, one of his disciples (he who was about to betray him),
said, Why was this ointment not sold for
three hundred denarii and given to the poor? He said this, not
because he cared about the poor, but
because he was a thief, and having charge of the moneybag he
used to help himself to what was put into
it. Jesus said, Leave her alone, so that she may keep it for the
day of my burial. John 12:3-7 (ESV)
Jesus had forgiven Marys sins, and she knew the immeasurable
value of this gift. One who had so little, one who was worth so
little in the eyes of the world, gave the most precious, expensive,
lavish gift she possibly could give to her Lord. She gave not from
a surplus of wealth or what she had left over at the end of the
month. She gave to the Lord Jesus the best she could give, because
his love and mercy meant everything to her.
Written by Pastor Paulette On behalf of the Stewardship &
Finance Committee
http://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=John+12%3A3-7&version=ESV
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Call Committee Update The Call Committee met last Sunday, March
8, with Dr. David Wendell, to discuss the NALC Call process and
document. Our next step is to complete a Congregational profile and
submit it to the Asst. to the Bishop for Ecumenism and Ministry for
the NALC. This lists our congregations 5 key ministry needs, such
as Preaching the Word and/or Home/ Hospital visitation. These needs
will be determined through congregational input, together with a
close look at the Vision and Planning document completed last year.
This document, developed by the standing committees of our church
and approved by the Congregational Council looks at goals and plans
for the future ministries and needs of our congregation. Other
profile information about our church might include our specific
ministries, a description of our community, and an overview of our
church fi-nances, including our former pastors salary package. Once
received, our profile will be listed with other profiles of vacant
congregations of the NALC. The NALC updates these profiles every
4-6 weeks. At that time, any NALC pastor may request a copy of our
profile, and if interested, ask to have their name sent to St.
Peters. With the size of our church and our varied min-istries, Dr.
Wendell said we could certainly expect 3-5 names, more likely up to
10 names, and possibly even more. Be mindful that once our profile
is posted, it may be 3-4 weeks more before a list of names is
received. This process is one that teaches us the quality of
patience. This process works on Gods time, the Spirit guides the
process, and it is up to us to wait on the Spirit to lead us to the
next pastor for our congre-gation. Calling a pastor is not like
hiring an employee. It is a process of developing a relationship
with a per-son called by God to be our next pastor. At this time, a
pastor may not even know that he will be called to our church; it
is a time of preparation as the Spirit works to bring us together
to spread the Gospel mes-sage. Upon receiving names, teams from the
Call Committee are set up to conduct a 10-15 minute phone call with
each pastor to introduce ourselves and our church and to receive
information about basic ministries, tal-ents, abilities, and the
background of each pastor contacted. When these calls are
completed, the whole committee makes a second call to each pastor
to speak more in depth about their ministry and our church and its
needs. From those calls the process of narrowing the names to one
person begins. As you can see, St. Peters is in the initial stages
of an exciting time in the life of our congregation. It is a time
when we must wait on the guidance of the Spirit. It is a time for
prayer-for our church, for our congrega-tional council, for our
call committee, and ultimately, for the next pastor and their
family who will come to St. Peters. It is a time of patience while
we wait on the Spirit to guide us through this process. To be a
strong witness to our Lord, we must have members, linked by prayer,
study of the Scriptures, and grounded in the faith that the Spirit
is leading us in this process.
As you can see, no names have been considered for our new
pastor. Only names from the NALC will be given to us, some weeks
after our profile has been posted. Secondly, the need for
confidentiality is fore-most. Imagine the damage that could be done
to a church whose pastor is considering a call, his name is
mentioned, and he has not yet informed his congregation of his
desires. Where will our next pastor come from? Dr. Wendell said not
to be surprised if we get names from Texas or even from Washington
State! At this time, the process is in the hands of the Spirit. Be
patient, listen for the Spirit and His guidance, and know that the
Lord is good. Thanks be to God!
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David Ballington Heath Fulmer Andrew Henry Justin Roberts
Brad Smith Courtney Weed Kyle Weed L.J. Perrier
PRAYER LIST
Frank Best (grandfather of Michael Carter)
Dudley Britt (friend of Marcus Smith)
Linda Brown (friend of Julie Harmon)
Kathie Cashion (mother of Hillarie Vaughan)
Danny Covington (grandfather of Elizabeth & Michael
Covington)
Charlie Davis (grandfather of Christy Harmon)
Derice Dehon (friend of Jerry & Sarah Richey)
Doris Jean Drake (friend of Gail Oliver)
Billy Fulmer (friend of Wayne ONeill)
Johnny Hakim (sister of Joyce M. Porth)
JoAnn Harmon
Stella Hendrick
Ted Hoover (friend of Wayne ONeill)
Mary Kempski (wife of Bishop Ralph Kempski)
Sharon Lee (Aunt of Tim Pearson)
Paul Mayte (friend of Wayne ONeill)
Connie Parson
Lonna Paul
Dot Pearson (mother of Tim Pearson)
Leagrace Rauton (friend of Julie Porth Smith)
Family of Bill Sanders (brother-in-law of Dwight Amick)
Kenslie Shealy
Kathy Schreiber
Michael Spence (cousin of David & Zach Spence)
Jean Vasquez (friend of Oddie & Joyce Porth)
Eric Wegner ( friend of Marie Eargle)
Retha Wessinger
Jennifer ONeill Whetstone
Family of Ron Wilkoc (uncle of Valerie Porth)
Let us also remember in our daily prayers our missionaries,
Pastor Matthew Riak in South Sudan and David Davis in Brazil
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ELLISOR, Steve & Teresa 04/02
EARGLE, Charles & Marie 04/05
STABLER, J. W. & Celeste 04/06
SHEALY, Cody & Susan 04/09
COOPER, Rudolph & Kathy 04/10
HUMPHREY, Adam & Carla 04/10
BEDENBAUGH, Todd & Melinda 04/12
SMITH, Wayne & Susan 04/12
WEED, Kyle & Courtney 04/16
SNYDER, Kyle & Denise 04/20
RILEY, Rick & Kay G 04/23
TAYLOR, Danny & Belverly 04/23
LEE, Robert & Cheryl 04/25
RAWL, Spanky & Crissy 04/25
SIMS, Michael & Britt 04/28
JACKSON, Trent & Carla 04/29
SHEALY, Doctor Carl & Donna 04/29
BUNDRICK, Mike 04/01
WEBB, Melanie 04/01
SCHNEIDER, Gregg 04/02
WESSINGER, Chad 04/02
PORTH, Kirk 04/03
SHEALY, Lisa 04/03
LINDLER, Mackenzie 04/04
EVANS, Cindy 04/05
FULMER, Berly 04/05
MCMULLAN, Jared 04/05
ROBERTS, Allie 04/05
COMPTON, Tiffany 04/06
JORDAN, Chris 04/06
CAUGHMAN, Mattison 04/07
CARTER, Emily 04/08
CARTIN, Elizabeth 04/08
CRAPPS, Alden 04/08
GOBBI, Karen 04/08
HARMON, Jared 04/08
VAUGHAN, Buck 04/09
DAVIS, Adam 04/10
RAWL, Brenda 04/10
SHEALY, Margie 04/10
WEBB, Greg 04/10
BLACK, Allison 04/11
RAWL, Leon 04/11
RILEY, Doug 04/11
SHULL, Sonja 04/11
LUNSFORD, Christopher 04/12
SIMS, Michael 04/12
ALFORD, Zach 04/13
HOWARD, Mary 04/13
WESSINGER, Colton 04/13
WESSINGER, Libby 04/13
LAVISKY, Darlene 04/14
HOOK, Curry 04/15
LEAPHART, Ben 04/15
WESSINGER, Ashlynn 04/16
KARN, Rachel 04/17
SCHNEIDER, James 04/17
WEBB, Grayson 04/19
PORTH, Calvin 04/20
TAYLOR, Zach 04/20
STONEBERG, Noah 04/21
BEAVER, Edie 04/22
HOYLE, Jonathan 04/22
KUEBRICH, Maddie 04/22
SHEALY, Hunter 04/22
MCLAIN, Jessica 04/23
EDMONDSON, Doreen 04/24
RAWL, Jacob 04/24
WILLIAMS, Annelise 04/24
LOMBARDO, Lauren 04/26
SAWYER, Nicholas 04/26
WOMBLE IV, Will 04/26
CARTER, Grayham 04/27
CHASSERAEU, Olin 04/27
SWEATMAN, Drew 04/27
TAYLOR, Danny 04/27
CUTHBERTON, Kaylee 04/28
LEVER, Ryan 04/28
SCHURG, Kimberly 04/28
JAMES, Sharon 04/29
COLEMAN, Sandy 04/30
METZE, Katie 04/30
SHAHOUD, Megan 04/30
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Those Serving in April Please note any areas where volunteers
are needed and call the Church Office if you are
available to serve in this capacity.
Communion Assistants 5 (7:00 a.m.-Easter) Judy Nichols, Jean
Hundley
(11:00 a.m.) Catherine Porth,
Doreen Edmonson
19 (8:30 a.m.) Clyde Sanders, N/A at printing
(11:00 a.m.) Beryl Roberts, Jenny Stone
Greeters/Popcorn Ministry 2 (Maundy Thursday) Donna & Carl
Shealy
5 (7:00 a.m.-Easter) Tommy & Jenny Stone
(11:00 a.m.) Adam & Vickie Davis
12 (5:30 a.m.) Jean Hundley
(11:00 a.m.) Reba & Landis Sandel
19 (8:30 a.m.) Carol Arnold
(11:00 a.m.) Kevin & Karen Gobbi
26 (8:30 a.m. ) Paul & Diane Robinson
(11:00 a.m.) Angela King
Ushers (8:30 a.m.) Buck Vaughan, Chairperson
Jeff Elliot, Chairperson
Ushers (11:00 a.m.) Buck Vaughan, Chairperson
Jeff Elliot, Chairperson
Kevin Gobbi, Greg Webb, Rusty & Brooks Massey
Coffee Hour Hosts 5 Easter Breakfast-Seekers Sunday School
12 Berly Fulmer Family-Celebrating 90th Birthday
for Berly.
19 Brent & Shelia Harmon, Ann Rowell,
& Jean Hundley
26 Anna Circle
Altar Flowers 2 (Maundy Thursday) Bob & Barbara Weed
5 (Easter) Fulmer Family-Cindy Evans/Bobbi Buff
12 Michael & Natalie Carter
19 Myrna OGorman & Family
26 Julie & Marcus Smith
Lectors 2 (Maundy Thursday) Donna Shealy
5 (7:00 a.m.-Easter) Joe Price
(11:00 a.m.) N/A at printing
12 (8:30 a.m.) Rachel Freeman
(11:00 a.m.) Elizabeth Lindler
19 (8:30 a.m.) Jennifer Williams
(11:00 p.m.) Nancy Wylie
26 (8:30 a.m.) Crystal Smith
(11:00 a.m.) Connie Parson
Acolytes 2 (Maundy Thursday) Molly Hodgkiss
5 (7:00 a.m.-Easter) N/A at printing
(11:00 a.m.) N/A at printing
12 (8:30 a.m.) N/A at printing
(11:00 a.m.) Brandon Riley
19 (8:30 a.m.) Rachel McHugh
(11:00 a..m.) Michael Covington
26 (8:30 a.m.) Rachel McHugh
(11:00 a.m.) Emma Grace Jordan
Altar Guild Barbara Leaphart, Jane Risinger, Jo Wessinger
Offering Counters Becky and Brady Porth
Front Porch Visitor Bill Jennings
Nursery Assistants 2 (Maundy Thursday) N/A at printing
5 (7:00a.m.-Easter) N/A at printing
(11:00 a.m.) Leighann Pearson
12 (8:30 a.m.) N/A at printing
(11:00 a.m.) Karen Jordan & Girls
19 (8:30 a.m.) N/A at printing
(11:00 a.m.) Kylie & Julynn Spence
26 (8:30 a.m.) N/A at printing
(11:00 a.m.) Caroline Davis
The Usher Chairpersons are also the
Lock Team members for this month.
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S.P.Y. NEWS April 2015 St. Peters Youth
All St. Peters youth and visitors are invited to attend youth
events. Travis McLeod, Youth Director
[email protected] 803-603-3152
JUNIOR HIGH YOUTH..Sixth, Seventh and Eighth Grades
April 5,12,19,26 5:30 PM, Junior Youth Meeting April 7,14,21,28
7:00 AM, Prayer Breakfast at Chick-Fil-A, meet at
church by 6:50 to ride bus.
April 6-10 Spring Break
Senior HIGH YOUTH..Ninth thru twelfth grade
April 5,12,19,26 7:00 PM, Senior Youth Meeting
April 7,14,21,28 7:00 AM, Prayer Breakfast at Chick-Fil-A, meet
at
church by 6:50 to ride bus.
April 6-10 Spring Break
CLUB 345....Third, Fourth and Fifth Grades
April 4 9:30 AM, Easter Egg Hunt
April 26 3:00 PM, in the PLC, make tie dye t-shirts
mailto:[email protected]
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St. Peters Staff Interim Pastor The Revd Carl Voges
Associate Pastor The Revd Paulette McHugh
Matins Choir/Instrumentalist Craig Davis
Chancel Choir/Bell Director Barry Moore
Childrens Choir Director Ralph Rocanella
Angel Choir Director Jennifer Howell
Organist Martha Hill
Youth Director Travis McLeod Administrative Coordinator Amber
Scarborough
Nursery Attendant Allison Black
How to contact us 1130 St. Peters Road
Lexington SC 29072
Telephone ~ 803-359-2470
Fax ~ 803-957-3163
Email ~ [email protected]
Web site ~ www.stpeterslex.com
Pastor Voges cell ~ 803-238-8051
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