4/21/24 Weekly Congregational Updates

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Dear Members and Friends of Holy Trinity,

 

Here are this week’s updates to pass along to you:

 

  • I am happy to report that Lydia Caldwell returned home this afternoon after successful back surgery.
  • Through the years many of you have heard me make reference to the Shroud of Turin (the possible burial cloth of Jesus).  Even though our Chrisitan faith is not dependent on whether this piece of cloth is authentic or not, I think you will have a deeper sense of the crucifixion wounds of Christ through this link (shared with me from one of our members):   Is this the image of Jesus Christ? The Shroud of Turin brought to life | EWTN News In Depth
  • On Tuesday of this week the Statements of Giving went out electronically for the very first time.  If you did not receive your copy or if you prefer a printed copy instead, please contact Pat in the church office so she can follow up with appropriate action.
  • The worship theme for Sunday will be Shepherd Sunday, where much of the music, scripture readings and sermon will focus on Jesus Christ as our good shepherd, based on our gospel reading, John 10:11-18.
  • The Lutheran Men In Mission will gather for their monthly supper meeting on Monday evening, 6:00 p.m.

 

In Christ,

Pastor Fischer

MOTHER’S DAY

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MOTHER’S DAY is Sunday, May 12th. A special offering, sponsored by WELCA, is being received and then given to deserving female students at the Lutheran Theological Southern Seminary. If you would like to make a donation In Memory Of or In Honor Of your mother, please fill out the form below. The names will be listed in the bulletin on Mother’s Day. The deadline is May 5th.

In Memory of____________________________________________________
Honor of__________________________________________________________
Other (To the Glory of God) __________________________________________
Given by__________________________________________________________

 

Click on the link below to download a word document to fill out and turn in

MOTHERS DAY 2024

BUTTERFLY TREE

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BUTTERFLY TREE Throughout the 40 days of Lent, our sanctuary hosted a “dead” tree, covered with caterpillars. Throughout the season of Easter, they have been gloriously transformed into butterflies, symbolic of the Resurrection of our Lord!

5/19/24 PENTECOST SUNDAY

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PENTECOST SUNDAY, May 19 Pentecost is significant in both the Old and New Testaments. “Pentecost” is actually the Greek name for a festival known in the Old Testament as the Feast of Weeks (Leviticus 23:15; Deuteronomy 16:9). The Greek word means “fifty” and refers to the fifty days that have elapsed since Easter (Acts 2:1-21). You are invited to wear red for this occasion.

SC SYNOD ASSEMBLY

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SC SYNOD ASSEMBLY
The South Carolina Synod Assembly will be online this year, allowing a greater variety of folks to participate. Normally, this event last two days but this year it will take place on just one day, Saturday, June 8. Besides Pastor Fischer, our congregation is allotted two more delegates. The registration fee will be covered as part of our church budget. If you are interested, please contact Pastor Fischer.

5/8/24 FAMILY FUN NIGHT

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FAMILY FUN NIGHT
We will gather on Wednesday evening 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, May 8 5:30 – 7:00 p.m.

THEME: Daniel and the Lion

CALLING ALL 2024 GRADUATES

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CALLING ALL 2024 GRADUATES
We would like to acknowledge all our 2024 graduates. If you or a member of your family is graduating from High School, Technical School or College this spring, please contact the church office to let us know where you are graduating from and what your plans for college or employment may be. The deadline is May 12th to be recognized in the June Messenger edition.

5/5/24 SENIOR RECOGNITION SUNDAY

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SENIOR RECOGNITION SUNDAY
On Sunday, May 5 we will be recognizing all the seniors in our congregation, 70 years of age and over as well as our high school seniors. This will take place at both the Early and Late Services.

4/14/24 Weekly Congregational update

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Dear Members and Friends of Holy Trinity,

Here are this week’s updates to pass along to you:

• We were thrilled to have Jeff and Roz Eckardt visit with us this past Sunday at the Late Service.

• We keep in our prayers Helen Sidoti who fell recently and broke her left foot and right ankle.

• Lost and Found: After one of the Good Friday worship services, an earring was found in the sanctuary. See photo. If it is yours, please contact me.

• The Statements of Giving will be sent out next week for the first time electronically.

• All of the remaining Easter lilies have been placed in the kitchen off the Pairs and Spares room. If you have not yet picked up your lily, please do so soon. All remaining lilies will be given away after Sunday.

• Sunday I will be preaching on the gospel text, Luke 24:36b-48, as we explore the significance of Jesus eating fish with His disciples after His resurrection.

In Christ,
Pastor Fischer

4/7/24 Weekly Congregational Updates

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Dear Members and Friends of Holy Trinity,

 

Here are this week’s updates to pass along to you:

 

  • The South Carolina Synod Assembly will be online this year and will take place on Saturday, June 8.  We are allotted two more delegates from our congregation, besides myself.  If you are interested, please let me know.
  • “What was our Easter attendance?,” you may ask.  We had a wonderful attendance with 86 at the 7:00 a.m. worship service and 109 at the 11:00 a.m. service for a total of 195!
  • This coming Sunday will be the last time to have your photo taken for the new congregational pictorial directory.  Dave Korn will be available after both worship services.
  • There are still quite a few Easter lilies in the sanctuary.  If you provided a lily for Easter Sunday, please pick it up at your earliest convenience.
  • Saturday, our congregational litter pick up with take place from 9:00-11:00 a.m.  If you have signed up to volunteer, we will see you then.  If you have not and still want to participate, you can still take a part in this.  Just let me know by calling or texting me (864-933-7434).
  • Sunday, I will be preaching on our Gospel Reading, John 20:19-31, as we explore the doubts of Thomas and his need to question the Resurrection of Jesus.
  • Our next Family Fun Night will take place on Wednesday evening of next week from 5:30-7:00 p.m.  Supper will be provided.  Come join us in Fellowship Hall!

 

In Christ,

Pastor Fischer