Semi-Annual Congregational Meeting
At our next Congregational Meeting, Sunday, November 12th, (9:50 a.m.) we will be:
1) Electing four new Council Members for a 3-year term and
2) Approving the 2024 Church Budget.
Please Note: as per our Church Constitution, absentee ballots are not permissible.
Fall Foothills Conference Meeting
Saturday, October 21, 2023
St. Michael Lutheran Church
2619 Augusta Street
Greenville, SC 29605
Seasoned with Love
The women of St. Michael Lutheran Church WELCA are looking forward to hosting the Fall Foothills Conference on Saturday, October 21, from 10:00AM to 2:00PM in the church’s fellowship hall. You will be welcomed at the 9:30 a.m. registration with a light breakfast and coffee/juice.
We invite you to join us as a woman of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, a child of God, called to discipleship in Jesus Christ and empowered by the Holy Spirit.
The guest speaker will be Mandy Learo, a representative of Jasmine Road in Greenville, whose mission is to provide a path to healing and employment for women survivors of sex trafficking, prostitution and addiction. Jasmine Road is modeled after the very successful Thistle Farms non profit which was founded over 20 years ago in Nashville, TN. Join us to hear about the
mission, vision, history, residential program, and social enterprises that support and address the healing needs of each woman in this program. Our catered lunch will be prepared by Jasmine Kitchen, one of the numerous recovery opportunities that is a part of Jasmine Road.
Dear Members and Friends of Holy Trinity,
Prayer Garden Beautification Project
In 2002, members of the congregation gathered for the dedication of the Rev. Alton C. Clark Memorial Prayer Garden, located behind the original Church Parsonage. The guest speaker for the occasion was Pastor Clark’s son, the Rev. Marion W. Clark.
For the last 21 years, members of our congregation have lovingly worked the Garden, taking care and replanting various types of flowers and plants as needed. However, the time has come for our Prayer Garden to be refurbished and updated. With the addition of the Columbarium, the Prayer Garden now provides church members and friends of Holy Trinity a nice backdrop for Committal Services, as well a quiet space to pray and remember loved ones.
Rebecca Funderburk, sister-in-law to Mary Ann Hobbs, recently donated her time and expertise as a landscape designer to put together a Master Plan for our Prayer Garden and adjacent flower beds. At its meeting in September, the Church Council approved Irrigation Service and Repair to install an irrigation system for us in time for the Fall planting season. It was agreed that the irrigation system is the foundation for the success of the entire Prayer Garden project. The total cost of the irrigation system will be $3,800. To cover this cost, at its September meeting, the Church Council approved $2,545 from a Dedicated Account be used toward the installation of the irrigation system. We are now seeking funds from the congregation to cover the difference of $1,225.
If you would like to give toward the Prayer Garden Beautification Project, please make your check payable to Holy Trinity with “Prayer Garden” in the Memo. Funds received over and above the requested amount, will be used to purchase needed plants, shrubbery, and trees. If you would like more information on the project and/or to see the Prayer Garden Master Plan,
please see Connor Caldwell or Mary Ann Hobbs.
Dear Members and Friends of Holy Trinity,
Here is what is happening next week here at the church:
In Christ,
Pastor Fischer
WHAT IS CHRISTIAN GIVING?
What does the Bible have to say about giving as a Christian?
The first rule Jesus gave us is: “Love the Lord, your God, with all
your heart and mind and strength.
The second is: “Love your neighbor as yourself.”
Most of us are in the church because we agree with and try to
follow rule number one. But how about number two?
Individually each of us has our own interpretation and actions
that follow living this rule. However, there are MANY ways to
give. Are you aware of the full extent of the outreach programs
of our Congregation? Many of us are involved in them, but it’s
hard to be a part of them all. Just in last week’s bulletin there
were opportunities to give flowers for the altar, give items to the
Good Neighbor Cupboard, or share veggies from our garden.
There is an opportunity to go once a month or so to pack Weekend SnackPack bags with United
Way, for school children who may not get enough food at home. Throughout the year other
needs arise: someone to donate to WELCA scholarships for female seminary students, to help in
the Make Anderson Beautiful program as a “Litter Warrior”, or to donate food as the Youth
gather bags of food for the Trick-or-Treat-So-Others-May-Eat program sponsored by AIM.
These are just a few of the opportunities. There is always some way to share if we are a part of
Holy Trinity Lutheran Church.
By taking part in the 10:00 a.m. Adult Sunday School program, we share our insight and beliefs
with fellow members of the Congregation. Attend the Bible Study groups to learn and grow.
Join the monthly Wednesday evening Family Fun Night for food, fun and fellowship.
What do all these things have to do with Stewardship? Stewardship is making use of the gifts
God has given us, and, as a Christian, one of our greatest gifts is the communion and
participation that comes from giving of one’s self, one’s time, talent, and love, as well as
money.
Thanks,
The Support Committee
Every day brave individuals jeopardize their lives to safeguard our freedom and uphold
cherished values. These are our Veterans, deserving of our appreciation and assistance. Now, it’s
our opportunity to aid those who served by enhancing their welfare. Join the Service Committee
in supporting veterans at the Richard M. Campbell Veterans’ Nursing Home. You can make a
meaningful impact by donating requested items. Drop off your donations in the room off the
Narthex on October 29, November 5, or the weeks leading up to these dates.
We will also be honoring our Holy Trinity Veterans during our church services on November 12th. We would like to have a list of all of those who are veterans. If you have served, please let Jamie Corrigan or Leslie Cox know.
Jamie Corrigan (864-224-8070) jamiehcorrigan@gmail.com
Leslie Cox (301-788-9035) lwooddycox@hotmail.com
Requested Items:
1. Body Wash (no bar soap, please) 10. Diabetic Snacks
2. Body Spray or Cologne Sets 11. Skid-proof socks
3. Deodorants 12. Diabetic Socks
4. Individual Wrapped Snacks 13. T-Shirts (Medium through 5X)
5. Individual Puddings & Jello 14. Stress Balls
6. Individual Hot Chocolate Packs 15. Boxed Craft or Art Kits
7. Cheese Puffs 16. Batteries of all sizes
8. Popcorn (Microwave) (including hearing aid batteries)
9. Soft drinks (small cans)
YOUTH
Trick -or-Treat- So- Others- May- Eat The Youth will meet after the Late Service on October
22nd for lunch and then go into our three assigned neighborhoods to distribute the bags. We will
once again have bags available for the congregation to make food donations. The congregation is
asked to pick up their bag on the 22nd and bring it back on the 29th filled with food items and
place them in the room off the Narthex. Then on October 29th, the Youth will return to the
neighborhoods to pick up the filled bags. We will need some vehicles to help with the pick-up.
If you are able to help, please see Amy Goodson.
October is BREAST CANCER AWARNESS MONTH
On Sunday, October 22nd everyone is invited to wear PINK in honor of all Survivors and in
memory of loved ones who have been victims of breast cancer.
FAMILY FUN NIGHT
Our next Family Fun Night will be on Wednesday, October 11th . We will meet in Fellowship
Hall for a time of Food, Fun & Fellowship around a Biblical theme. Adults and Kids of all ages
are invited to join us! There will be crafts, games, and song. The meal will be provided.
WHEN: Wednesday, October 11th
JESUS CALLS THE FISHERMEN TO BE HIS DISCIPLES
TIME: 5:30 – 7:00 p.m.
REFORMATION SUNDAY, OCTOBER 29
We remember Martin Luther, born in 1483, nine years before Columbus discovered America. He studied law at the age of 21; became a priest at 23 and a doctor of theology at 28; wrote and nailed the 95 Thesis at age 33 and 34; was ex-communicated and became a fugitive at 38; translated the Bible into German at 40; and died from a stroke at the age of 63, an internationally admired leader. His teachings stressed justification by faith, universal priesthood of believers; and supremacy of scripture which form the cornerstone of Protestantism.
[Please wear red on this Sunday]
