December 1, 2024

Announcements

Advent and Christmas Devotional, Henri Nouwen

Available in the Narthex “The small child of Bethlehem, the unknown man of Nazareth, the rejected preacher, the naked man on the cross, he asks for our full attention.” (Henri Nouwen) The Christian education committee is providing one devotional book per family as long as the supply lasts. Each “day” in the book begins with the words of Nouwen. Following the quotation is an excerpt from Scripture, which is related in some way to the beginning quote. Next is provided a small prayer, also built on the ideas from the two preceding passages. Finally, an Advent or Christmas activity is suggested as a way to apply the messages to one’s daily life.

Pastoral Care, Assisted Care Living

Ursala Barrett, Helena Square; Lucy Evans, Helena Square; Port Royal, SC; Herb Jarvis, Franke Senior Living Center, Mt. Pleasant, SC; Brenda Leming, Indigo Hall, James Island, SC; Trudi Peevey, The Retreat; Marion Weihrouch, Sprenger Health Center, Port Royal, SC

Prayers of Intercession

Dave Brown (father of Brooke Coyne), Theresa (Bobby) Caron, Jan (Lisa) Crawford, Bruce Crook, Brian (Donna) Haupt, Doug (Ann) Hecht, Steve (Nancy) Kessel, Sam Kimber (son of Sharon Kimber), Booge Lee (great nephew of Steve & Addie Lee), Perry Lee (brother of Steve Lee), Ray (Ann) Lentz, Janell McClure, Heather McLeod (daughter of Johnny & Candy Harvey), Kirby Murdaugh (friend of Darryl & Kim Poovey) Mike (Nancy) O’Connor, Gary Peterson (father of Sally Dalrymple), Pete (Nancy) Pratt, Doris Reynolds (mother of Barry Reynolds), Shirley Stevens, Heather Titmus (family friend of the Dievendorf’s), Veronica Washington (friend of Laura Dineen) & Gail Watson.

Christian Sympathy

A graveside service was conducted Tuesday afternoon in loving memory of Val Harvey, Jr., brother of Johnny (Candy) Harvey, at Memorial Gardens Mausoleum, Clemson, SC. “Val,” a resident of Clemson, SC, entered the Church Triumphant on November 22, 2024. And Jesus said, “I am the resurrection and the life.”

Words to Ponder

Life Together in Christian Community “Inexhaustible are the riches that open up for those who by God’s will are privileged to live in the daily fellowship of life with other Christians.” (from Dietrich Bonhoeffer, Life Together)

Children (MADD) & Mid-Senior Hi Youth (PYC)

This Afternoon, 5:00 to 6:30 pm We meet late this afternoon and into the early evening from 5:00 to 6:30 pm, beginning with a “Walking Tacos” Supper in the Fellowship Hall. We will look at the meaning of Advent in preparation for Christmas Eve and the miracle of the Nativity as our children and youth prepare to share in the celebration of Christmas.

Wee (Wednesday) Kirk Night, December 4, 5:30 pm

We will gather again on December 4, beginning with a Soup & Sandwich Supper starting at 5:30 pm in room 208 (you bring your own sandwich, and we provide the soup.) Around 6:00 pm we will continue our study and conversation on Henri Nouwen’s book “Letters to Marc,” as Nouwen writes with the intent of encouraging his nephew to engage and practice the Christian faith.

Men’s Bible Study, December 5, 12 Noon, Room 208

Paul’s letter to the church in Corinth addresses the issue of division, the subject of what constitutes right-living, the institution of marriage, apostolic authority, the gift of love, the meaning behind the Lord’s Supper and the resurrection. If you are curious and want to learn, there is a place at the table available just for you. +

Work-Day on the Church Campus
Next Saturday, Beginning at 8:00 am

The Property Committee is sponsoring a campus-wide Work Day next Saturday for the purpose of sprucing up the campus in preparation for Christmas Eve and Christmas. You are invited to bring your gloves, tools, and energy. Hamburgers and Hot Dogs with all the condiments will be waiting for us at the end of the morning session!

Presbyterian Women Annual Retreat
Fripp Island, On the Beach, January 17-19

Discover your inner creative genius with fun activities and join us in making a joyful noise as we consider “Reflections on Grace and Mercy.” POC Kay Keeler
843.812.4207 or kaykeeler52@gmail.com or Jodie Linn 843.476.1176 or jodielinn95@gmail.com.