May 25

We Welcome a New Member

Lucy Evans, mother of Dene McCain, was received into the life of Sea Island on Monday, May 12, 2025, by way of Reaffirmation of Faith. We welcome Lucy and give thanks to God for her kind and generous spirt, her warm smile, and her gift of making beautiful music on the piano.

Church Membership

It was Henri Nouwen who said that he had yet to meet anyone who was able to draw closer to Jesus by forsaking the church. Sea Island accepts new members by profession of faith, reaffirmation of faith, and certificate of transfer. For those whose primary residence is outside of Beaufort, the church also recognizes affiliate memberships. Please see Steve Keeler and/or Richard Norris if you would like to explore one of the above options.

Pastoral Care, Assisted Care Living

Ursula Barrett, Helena Square, Port Royal; Lucy Evans, Helena Square; Port Royal; Brenda Leming, Indigo Hall, James Island; Trudi Peevey, The Retreat,
Lady’s Island.

Prayers of Intercession

Jan (Lisa) Crawford, Bruce Crook, Mark (Mary Jo) Dievendorf, Hugh (Nelle) Gouldthorpe, Deborah Perry Groot (sister of Karen Perry Cummins). Brian (Donna) Haupt, Doug (Ann) Hecht, Booge Lee (great-nephew of Steve & Addie Lee), Perry Lee (brother of Steve Lee), Ray (Barbara) Lentz, Janell McClure, Catherine Meeker (June Meeker’s daughter in law), Kirby Murdaugh (friend of Darryl & Kim Poovey), Pete (Nancy) Pratt, Doris Reynolds (mother of Barry Reynolds), Patricia Shealy (mother of Judy Horton), Shirley Stevens, & Gail Watson.

In Loving Memory

Earl (Jean) Schlabach, Beaufort, SC, a member of the Cedar Springs Presbyterian Church, Knoxville, TN and a faithful friend of Sea Island, entered the Church Triumphant on Monday night, May 19. A Memorial Service in Knoxville is pending. “The Lord has delivered my soul from death and I walk before the Lord in the land of the living.” Psalm 116)

The Life, Work & Ministry
of the Sea Island Presbyterian Church

High School and College Graduates

Parents: It’s that time of year to honor our young people as they complete an important milestone. Please email Kay Keeler at kaykeeler52@gmail.com or text at 843.812.4206 with the names of 2025 high school and college graduates. We wish to recognize and honor their accomplishment. +

Campus Workday, Saturday, May 31

Asher Howell and Van Horton who chair the committees responsible for the maintenance of our church facility and surrounding campus have several projects that could us our attention on the last Saturday in May. They promise to keep us busy and make the day memorable. May it be a day filled with sunshine! +

Nursery Coordinator Needed beginning June 1

With Laura Dineen taking a well-deserved sabbatical from childcare in the nursery on Sunday mornings, we are looking for a new Nursery Coordinator who can take on this position beginning Sunday June 1. If you are aware of a potential candidate, please contact Steve Keeler at skeeler@seaislandpresbyterian.org or
843.812.4207.

Summer Picnic
Barbecue Meal, Water Slide & Scottish Games
Sunday, June 1

This will be a big day as we enjoy the delicious barbecue provided by the award-winning team of Chip Dinkins, Will Donovan, Chris Jones and Patrick Mitchell. Following our meal a giant water slide will be available for our children while adults and youth will be invited to participate in a Sea Island version of the Scottish Games on the front lawn. Events will include a “Tug-of-War,” a Heavy Stone Toss, a Keg Toss, and several Relays. Seve Keeler and Richard Norris are planning to wear their kilts. Others, if so equipped, are invited to wear their Scottish apparel, too. Let the games begin!

Worship & Music Conference
Montreat Conference Center, June 22-27

Senior High Youth Conference
Montreat Conference Center, July 20-26

Youth Pilgrimage to the Island & Abbey of Iona, Scotland
Summer 2026, Specific Date TBD