Mothers Day special offering

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MOTHER’S DAY is Sunday, May 11th. A special offering, sponsored by WELCA, is
being received and then will be 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________________________________________________________________

SERVICE COMMITTEE INVITATION Explore Haven of Rest

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SERVICE COMMITTEE INVITATION
Explore Haven of Rest
Join Us for a Ministry Tour

Are you curious about the mission and impact of Haven of Rest? Are you wondering how they serve the community and whether it’s a good place to volunteer?

Join fellow church members on Tuesday, April 22nd at 10:00 a.m. for an informational tour of the Haven of Rest facilities.

Here’s what to expect:
Start Location: Meet at 219 West Whitner Street at 10:00 a.m. for an introduction to the Men’s Ministry facility and a tour. Next Stop: Women’s Ministry facility at 509 East Orr Street.

Final Stop: Training Center at 1106 North Major Road in Belton. They will provide us with lunch at this site around 12:15 p.m. at which time the Haven of Rest staff will provide insights and have time for our questions.

There is ample parking at each location. You may carpool from the first stop or follow each other in separate cars. We hope that many of you can join us for this activity. If you plan to attend or have questions, please contact Jamie Corrigan at 864-224-8070 or Leslie Cox at 301-788-9035.

Holy Trinity Litter Warriors Litter Pick Up Update

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Psalm 24:1-2: “The earth is the Lord’s, and the fullness thereof, the world and those who dwell within.”
We had beautiful weather on Saturday, March 29, to provide litter pickup in Anderson.
Eleven congregants picked up 19 large bags of litter on Fritz Drive, a portion of Beltway Connector, and a portion of Brown Road. We also discovered three tires, a bicycle, a metal temporary road stand and numerous pieces of scrap wood. We enjoyed working with each other and the area looks much better.

Great job Holy Trinity!

Breakfast Blessings Final Update

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Amazing Response!

The picture say it all! The generosity of our church members is incredible. It is one of the many reasons we are all proud to say, “I attend Holy Trinity Lutheran Church.”

On Tuesday, several members of the Service Committee met to tally, box and deliver your gifts to Hope Missions. Individuals from Hope Missions helped carry items into the building. They were very grateful for these “Breakfast Blessings.”
You donated the following:
• 84 pounds of coffee (This is approximately 2,142 cups of coffee.)
• 44 pounds of non-dairy creamer and 120 individual cups of creamer (This will provide creamer for approximately 1,088 cups of coffee.)
• 38 pounds of sugar
• 1,038 individual packets of oatmeal
• 706 individual packets of grits
We also received 2 boxes of protein bars and 32 Fruit and Grain Cereal Bars.
Thank you Holy Trinity for your outpouring of care and for continuing to make a positive difference in our community.

ENDOWMENT FUND CHARITABLE GRANT RECIPIENTS

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ENDOWMENT FUND CHARITABLE GRANT RECIPIENTS

The Endowment Committee will be meeting March 23rd to select the charities that will receive grant funds in 2025.
As in the past, if you have a charity that you would like to have considered for a grant, please send an email to Dave Rasche aes4dr@gmail.com, listing the charity, what they do and any comments why they should be considered.
Thank you.

Thank You!!

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Thank You!!!
A big thank you for your participation in the recent Encouragement Card project for the United Way SnackPack Program. It was a very successful project with individuals making cards together and at their homes. We have made 657 cards thus far. We still have outstanding cards and will continue to update our tally. The outpouring of love and thoughtful messages on each card will have a positive impact on the children who receive these cards with their weekend SnackPack items. Your generosity and dedication to this program is a testament to the spirit of our church community.

Angel Tree 2024

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Angel Tree
1. All tags have been taken. Thanks!!  Please do not wrap gifts.
2. Leave gift, with tag attached, in the church office parlor (use door code).
3. Gifts should be returned NO LATER than, Wednesday, December 4th, after which, you will be responsible for delivering your gifts to A.I.M.
4. In addition to selecting names from the Angel Tree in-person like we usually do, you also have the option of making a donation and someone from WELCA will do the shopping for you. If you would rather participate in this way, just make a check out to “Holy Trinity
Lutheran Church” and put “Angel Tree” in the Memo and drop it the offering plate or mail it to the church office. If you have any questions on any of this, please contact Nancy Scalf or Beth Fischer.

ADVENT & CHRISTMAS SCHEDULE

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ADVENT & CHRISTMAS SCHEDULE

Mid-Week Advent Meals – 6:00 p.m.
December 4 Luther’s Ladies – host Meal Group A-Beth Fischer
December 11 Luther’s Ladies – host Meal Group B- Beth Cribbe
December 18 The Lutheran Church Youth – host

Worship follows at 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday, December 6 “Witness to Christmas – Mary”
Wednesday, December 13 “Witness to Christmas – Joseph”
Wednesday, December 20 “Witness to Christmas – The Angels”

The Mid-Week offerings received will be donated to the SC Synod Disaster Relief Fund.

CHRISTMAS EVE
WORSHIP SERVICES – December 24th
Worship Service w/Communion Lessons and Carols – 4:00 p.m.
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Christmas Eve Liturgical Worship Service w/Communion – 11:00 p.m.
Note: There will be candle lighting at both services.

December 29th
One – Combined Worship – 10:00 a.m.
No Sunday School or Potluck Meal.

Mark your calendars:
Youth Christmas Party – December 13th – Goodson Farm at 5:00 p.m.
Christmas Pageant – December 15 – During the 11:00 a.m. service.
Choir Party – December 19 – Helgeson’s Home at 6:30 p.m.
Congregational Chili and Caroling – December 22 at 5:00 p.m.
Christmas Eve Services – 4:00 p.m. and 11:00 p.m.

10/20/24 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:

  • We keep in our prayers the following:
    • Pamela Michalski – who broke her ankle.
    • Virgil Hobbs – who broke his foot.
    • Dan Hunnicutt – who underwent shoulder replacement surgery on Wednesday.
    • Jean Vinson – who will be moved tomorrow (Friday) to the Garden House (Anderson).
    • St. Mark Lutheran Church, Leesville, FL – whose roof partially collapsed due to Hurricane Milton

  • Several of you have asked how you can contribute financially through Holy Trinity (or the ELCA) for the victims of recent hurricanes (via Lutheran Disaster Response). That information will be in your Sunday church bulletin (that I just emailed you.) Lutheran Disaster Response has an excellent track record, in fact, 100% given will go to those affected.

  • We will be blessing the Time and Talent Sheets and Pledges as part of the worship service this coming Sunday and on October 27.  Please bring yours with you the next time you are in worship (or mail back to the church office).

  • If you were not in attendance at worship last Sunday, please make sure to pick up your Stewardship “HTLC Bird Nest” refrigerator magnet from the narthex.

  • Sunday will be Breast Cancer Awareness Sunday.  You are encouraged to wear something pink in honor and in memory of all breast cancer survivors.

  • Sunday I will be preaching on the gospel text, Mark 10:35-45, as we explore what Jesus means to be great in the kingdom of God.

 

In Christ,

Pastor Fischer

10/6/24 Weekly Congregational Update

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Dear Members and Friends of Holy Trinity,

 

As many of us have had our power restored by now, there are quite a few in the congregation who are still patiently waiting for this to happen.  Please reach out to those in need and let us all keep in our prayers the recovery process which will take years for some communities. 

Here are some things happening this week and next week in our congregation:

  • Yes, the Deutsches Fest is still taking place this Saturday, from 4:00-7:00 p.m. in Fellowship Hall and the back parking lot!   If your plans have changed that now allow you to attend this year’s event, and you do not have tickets, please come anyway.  Just reach out to me or Virgil ahead of time to let us know for planning purposes.  You can pay for your tickets at the beer tent.

  • Sunday, I will be preaching on marriage and divorce based on the Gospel text, Mark 10:2-16.

  • Sunday afternoon, our annual Blessing of the Animals service will take place in the back parking lot at 5:00 p.m. What I like to tell folks is, “No matter your pets, as long as they don’t bite me, I will attempt to bless it.”

  • Next Wednesday evening, our next Family Fun Night will take place as we look at the theme of the Reformation.

  • The WELCA Fall Conference that was scheduled for October 12, has been cancelled.

  • We keep in our prayers the following:
    • Jean Vinson who, after a fall, was admitted to AnMed on Wednesday.
    • John Sticker, who is doing better and is expected to return home on Friday.
    • Warren and Bonnie Lutz, as he nears death under the care of Hospice at Dominion.

 

 

In Christ,

Pastor Fischer