CONNECTIONS
A Publication of St. Peter’s Lutheran Church,
Pawleys Island, SC 29585
March 2017
Ash Wednesday Reflection
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
A couple of years ago, one of our bishops received an email saying, “Can’t we change
the words on Ash Wednesday ‘Remember you are dust and to dust you shall return’ to
something more positive?” That pastor was told “No, that is the whole point of Ash
Wednesday and why it prepares us so well for our journey into the Lenten season.”
If you think about it, our world today is living in a time of great wilderness unrest and
anxiety where more than ever we need the ancient disciplines of the 40 days of Lent
to remind us who we are and to whom we belong. Humility, repentance, self-denial,
confessing our sins, daily scripture reading and a deeper reliance on prayer all remind
us not of our own invincibility but rather our human vulnerability and our utter
dependence on God.
The cross-shaped ashes on our forehead reminds us of Paul’s words in
Corinthians 1:25, “for God’s foolishness is wiser than human wisdom, and God’s
weakness is stronger than human strength.”
As we enter into this Lenten wilderness together in this 500 th year of the Reformation. I
encourage you to recommit yourselves to your own daily Lenten disciplines of prayer
and dwelling in the Word. Hopefully many of you will also participate in the “Praying
with Luther” event on Monday, March 14, from 1:00‐4:00 p.m. at Redeemer in
Columbia.
In closing, I want to share with you one of Luther’s prayers that reflects his theology of
the cross, his personal need for self-surrender and renewal. It is one of my favorite
prayers from Luther. Please know that Ginny, Eric and I deeply value your leadership
and we hold you in our prayers especially as we enter into this busy and yet holy
season of the year.
Yours in Christ,
Herman
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Prayer concerns for Family &
Friends
Karen Hyssong Carpenter, daughter of
Jack & Shirley Hyssong
Charlotte Carroll, sister of Lois McCall
Wayne Kilmer, son of Sandy Davis
Denise Kuharick, sister of Debbie Shoup
Alice Manke, mother of Sherri Miller
Chuck Massey, brother of Sandy Chenault
Phyllis Osborne, mother of Dana Kiser
Yolanda Palumbo, mother of Debbie
Shoup
Ethel Parker, sister of Euna Lee
Marti Lynn Gluntz Reese, daughter of
Karen Gluntz
Julie Steward, sister of Janet Hosler
Joseph Palumbo, father of Debbie Shoup
Gary Caudill, brother of Roger & Louise
Caudill
Terry Drake, cousin of Diane Atherton
Wendy Alling, daughter of Guy & Muffie
Alling
Natalie Alexander, mother of Sue Zebrosky
Joe Price, father of Michelle Dukes
Anne Hoile, friend and neighbor of
Monique & Dave Philips
Randy Waybright, friend of Karen Gluntz
James Mulligan, son-in-law of Kathy &
John Hoelzel
JoEllen Langley, friend of Diane Atherton
Gretchen Moore , daughter of Ellen &
Glenn Krechel
Ed Regan, friend of Joe & Linda Lane
Joseph Palumbo, father of Debbie Shoup
Elaine Kanupp, daughter-in-law of Paul &
Linda Kanupp
Jimmy & Kathy Erbe, friends of Terry &
Dana Kiser
Ray Dodge, friend of Doug & Sallie
Anderson
Brooke Reidle, friend of Terry & Dana
Kiser
Rich Zeddun, son of Wally & Sue Zeddun
Betty Lee, grandma of Morgan & Hannah
Lee
Lizzy Assey, niece of Kay Williams
Rod Cyr, brother-in-law of Sherri Miller
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Our St. Peter’s Family
Shirley Bendik
Ray Rauenzahn
Irv Dohner
Matthew Roberts
Bob Harding
Dick Zuch
Euna Lee
Pat McAlister
Monika McAlister
Roy Oberg
Please notify the church office if any
names need to be removed or added.
[email protected]
Christian Education &
Family Ministries
2017 Meeting Schedule
March
PLUSWed. April
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Ash Wednesday – (5:00 – 6:15pm)
Families may join us for dinner & special lesson
on the The Meaning of Lent” followed by
Ash Wednesday Service at 6:30pm
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15
22
Regular Club Meeting
Regular Club Meeting
Regular Club Meeting
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End of Year Celebration & Awards Ceremony
Families Invited
Dinner at 5:00pm; followed by Awards Ceremony
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“Special Lesson on Holy Week & Easter”
Families Invited
5:00pm Dinner; After Dinner until 6:15pm - Lesson
6:30pm Mid-Week Lenten Service
Sun. April 30
Youth Sunday (10:30am Service)
All Pioneer Club Members are invited to participate.
Families Invited to attend the Service.
Mon. June 19 – Fri. June 23 – Vacation Bible School
“Maker Fun Factory -Created by God – Built for a Purpose”
Ages 4 – Rising 3rd Graders
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The Ash Wednesday Service is at 7:00pm not 6:30pm.
This week Pioneer Club will end at 6:30pm so our Pioneer Club
Leaders, Volunteers and Families may attend/participate in the
service. The service will be held in the church's Sanctuary.
Everyone is Welcome!
This Week's Pioneer Club lesson will focus on the "Meaning of
Lent". Parents/ Grandparents are always welcome to join us for
dinner and come to Bible study class.
Our menu: spaghetti, bread, vegetables and ice cream.
Please Note: Our Wednesday night Lenten Services (March 8,
15, 22, 29; April 5) will all begin at 6:30pm.
Pioneer Club will go back to its regular 5 - 7pm schedule for
the remainder of the club year. This will allow Parents who'd like to
attend the Lenten Service to do so.
Our Pioneer Club schedule (March 8, 15, 22) will change as
follows:
5:00pm
Bible Lessons in classrooms
5:45pm
Dinner
6:15pm
Arts & Crafts, Games
7:00pm
Dismissal - If you are attending the Lenten Service and
it goes past 7pm do not worry, our PC Leaders will gladly stay with
your children.
** Wed., March 29th is our Pioneer Club End of Year Celebration &
Awards Ceremony. Families are Welcome.
Your Family is also invited to our Sunday Services - 8:15am
and 10:30am. You'll receive our Holy Week and Easter Sunday
services schedule once it is finalized.
If your child is interested in joining the Chime Choir, please contact Ms
Muffie Alling at [email protected] or 843 237-1751. This is a wonderful
opportunity for your child to learn to Praise The Lord through music!
FAITH IS FUN AT ST. PETER’S!
VBS- Registration opens March 29th. No fee. Maker Fun Factory (Created by God,
Built for a Purpose). June 19 - 23, ages 4 - rising 3rd graders (8 year olds).
Karen
Please help recruit your friends and family members to be members of our
2017 VBS Team!
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Good News @ Noon Tuesday,
with Pastor Greg. Room 102
Adult Sunday School at 9:30 AM.
Please join us on each Sunday morning at 9:30 AM for the
Adult Sunday School Class in the Conference Room. Our
ranks are growing and we are moving to a larger room!
Please come and learn about our church, the Bible and the
teachings of Jesus. Currently we are studying about "What
Lutherans Believe". Much discussion and some fun included. We have several qualified teachers with years of experience who will be teaching
various subjects. Please come and see what we are all about!
Contact Ellen Krechel 843-235-9201 or 843-318-1226
Confirmation Classes (Conference Room)
2017:
March 5
April 30
May 21
5 - 7:30 p.m
5 - 7:30 p.m.
5 - 7:30 p.m.
St. Peter’s Lutheran School
Registration for 2017-2018
St. Peter’s Lutheran Preschool will be registering for
the 2017-2018 school year. We accept children into
our preschool from ages 18 months to 4 years of age.
If you are a church member, you are welcome to enroll on
Tuesday, February 7th. It is first come, first serve.
Please contact Ginny Deeter at 843-237-2792 or by email at
[email protected] More information can
be found on our website at www.stpeterslutheranschool.org
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Building Community in the Digital Age
Friday, April 21, 2017, in the conference room at
St Peter’s.
500 years ago, Gutenberg’s moveable type revolutionized how we communicate and
made possible the spread of Martin Luther’s reformation ideas. Once again we find
ourselves in the middle of a communications revolution—the ways that we talk to each
other, share information and build communities, are changing rapidly. Facebook, Twitter,
Instagram and all the rest of our social media have made it possible for ideas to travel
around the world in record time. Adapting to this changing landscape is both a challenge
and an opportunity for leaders in ministry. How can we use online tools to help people
develop meaningful and lasting connections and relationships? How can we help the
voice of faith to rise above the all noise?
Participants will consider how new and old tools can work together to help us build
community in our congregations and beyond. We will look at the changing media
landscape of our culture, get hands-on experience with some of the most popular tools,
and walk away with concrete tips and strategies to make the most of the opportunities
they present to us. For the last six years, David Hansen has been helping congregations
and church leaders use new tools to share the old story of Jesus and to build community.
He has helped individuals and organizations better understand their mission and share it
with the world. His work has been featured in Living Lutheran, PLGRM Magazine and
other publications. Instructor: David Hansen is a pastor serving at Spirit of Joy! Lutheran
Church in Houston. He is also the Director of Communication and Innovation for LEAD
(waytolead.org).
BYO bagged lunch. (Beverages provided.) Course hours: 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Interested? Please contact Resi Thomas ([email protected]; tel. 843-651-5618) or
Pastor Greg for further details. Attendance is limited to 12 participants. Must register by
April 7. We will attend the seminar from the comfort of the conference room at
St Peter’s, on April 21.
It was previous posted there was a registration fee. There is NO CHARGE– FREE!
Safe Water Sunday is March 19 see Bulletin and Weekly
Update for details!
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Service
Back Pack Buddies The Back Pack Buddies program is off to a great
start and we are serving over 600 students a week. Please watch the dates
and volunteer to help pack lunches! We especially could use a few more
people to assist in Plantersville. Thank you to all who help this service
project continue to be so successful! Please contact Reta Schaap if you
have any questions or comments.
BACK PACK BUDDIES PACKING DATES 2016-17
Mar. 7 & 8
Apr. 4 & 5
May 2 & 3
Harvest of Grace Café
Harvest of Grace Café
Meal Prep - Saturday, March18, 9:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Meal Served - Sunday, March19, 5:00- 6:30 p.m.
We need servants. Please sign up on sheets provided.
18 Meals were served in February!
Pat Hartman 443-791-5882
Please sign up for Pastor's Home Visitation on the
Bulletin Board. There are set dates and time.
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As many of you are aware, we have been
encountering a mold and moisture problem
under the sanctuary. The project needs to
addressed immediately to avoid further
damage. Working together, the Property and
Grounds and Stewardship committees
decided on a fundraiser to cover the costs of
remediation. At the luncheon on
th
November 20 an “Envelope Adoption” took place.
Participants were asked to select an envelope with a designated
amount in order to donate to the project. The remaining envelopes
are in a basket in the Narthex. We ask you to prayerfully consider
contributing to this most important endeavor. You can select one (or
more). Please be sure to indicate the Mold Remediation project on
your check.
Baskervill Ministries Food Pantry
Thank you so very much for your generous donations. Cash and checks are given to the committee to
purchase the necessary food to be placed in each bag. In
January we donated $180.00 and in February $301.00. Our
cash and checks are given to the committee to purchase
the necessary food to be placed in each bag. Please
continue to pray for the Food Pantry workers and
recipients.
Germany Following the Footsteps of Martin Luther
September 25 - October 3, 2017
$3099 from New York
Pick up Your Brochure from the Bulletin Board
Tour Host: Cheryl Bayless
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Lutheran Men in Mission
Meets:
4th Monday of the Month @6:30 pm
Dessert Provided, No Meal
Look for details in the Bulletin
Contact Person: Barnie Slice
St. Peter’s Columbarium
What is a Columbarium?
It’s a structure of vaults with recesses for receiving ashes of the cremated deceased.
Where is St. Peter’s Columbarium?
St. Peter’s Columbarium is comprised of three brick structures located on the Crooked
Oak side of the church sanctuary.
Facts About St. Peter’s Columbarium
 The Columbarium is a Christian burial facility.
 Each structure contains 40 recesses or niches.
 Each niche can accept the cremated remains of a maximum
of two people.
 2nd niche purchase price including bronze plaque is $650 for
members and $750 for non-members (12 niches presently
available).
 3rd niche purchase price including bronze plaque is $700 for
members and $800 for non-members (37 niches presently
available).
If you are interested in reviewing the complete rules and regulations and/or purchasing a
niche, please contact Dave Yoder (237-3857).
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Partners and Friends
Oyster Roast
March 31, 2017 at 5:00pm Hog Heaven
Partners and Friends will sponsor an Oyster Roast
and Full Buffet at Hog Heaven BBQ on March 31,
2017 beginning at 5:00pm.
All you can eat Oysters and buffet is $20.95pp for
adults. Drinks are additional. All you can eat Shrimp
buffet is $18.99. Drinks are additional. All you can eat Oysters and
Shrimp buffet is $22.99. Drinks are additional.
All you can eat Chicken and BBQ buffet is $9.95pp for adults. Drinks are
additional.
Sign up on bulletin board should be completed by March 24, 2017 and
include whether or not you are having oysters, enabling Hog Heaven to
order the appropriate amount of oysters. Any questions can be
addressed to Wanda Hall, [email protected], 843-237-7246 or Jack and
Doris Fraser, [email protected], 843-237-7220.
The St. Peter's quilting group has been very busy!! During January and
February, we met every Monday. We were able to complete several quilt!
s!!!! We have received serval donations of fabric after the article about
the LWR quilts was in the newspaper. We can always use bed sheets
(used for the backing) and light weight blankets (used for the batting).
Please join us on the first Monday of each month from 2-5 pm, if you
would like to help with our quilting ministry.
If you know of someone (church member, family member, friend, or
neighbor) who is receiving Hospice care, seriously ill, or just in need of
the comfort of a quilt, please contact Pastor Greg or one of the members of the
quilting group. Any questions--call Jane Rud at 843-651-6148.
St. Peter's is providing lunch for visiting college students,
during Spring Break, here to help at Georgetown County's
Habitat for Humanity on Monday, March 13th. At this time
40 students and adults are expected! They will be working
on the ecumenical "Apostle's Build" home in Georgetown,
and with other needs, repairs, and at the Re-Store.
A sign-up sheet is on the main bulletin board in the
hallway. Please sign up to bring something to drop off
here at church. Please label it for "Habitat" and I will pick it
all up from our church on that morning, the 13th, at 10:00am to take on down to the
Habitat For Humanity office.
The very hard-working and hungry college students will appreciate it very much!
Any questions? Ask Marla.
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Lenten Schedule 2017
Ash Wednesday Worship
p.m.
Imposition of Ashes and Holy Communion
March 1, 1:30 p.m. & 7:00
Sunday Worship
March 5 – April 9,
8:15 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.
Wednesday Soup & Sandwich
p.m.
Heinecke Hall
March 8 – March 29 5:45
Wednesday Worship
p.m.
March 8 - March 29, 6:30
Maundy Thursday Worship
April 13, 7:00 p.m.
Absolution, Foot Washing, Holy Communion
Good Friday Tenebrae Worship
April 14, 7:00 p.m.
Easter Sunrise Worship
April16, 6:30 a.m.
Easter Community Breakfast
April 16, 8:15 a.m.
Easter Egg Hunt
April 16, 9:30 a.m.
Easter Festival Worship
April 16, 10:30 a.m.
Christ is Risen!
Ecumenical Lenten Services:
DATE
CHURCH
MARCH 8
Precious Blood Catholic
MARCH 15
Holy Cross Faith Memorial
Rev. Clay Millener
MARCH 22
St. Paul United Methodist
Rev. Greg Van Dyke
MARCHY 29
ALL SAINTS
Rev. Scott Efird
April
St. Peters Lutheran
Rev. Father Paul MacNeil
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SPEAKER
Rev. Sandra Moyle
Suggested Theme For Preaching: " Confrontations on the Way to the Cross"
Gospel Lessons from the Lectionary."
Worship Service will begin at 12:00 Noon
Fellowship Lunch to follow
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Offering goes to our Matthew 25 Ministry to the Community.
Women of the ELCA
The women of St. Peter's Lutheran Church "act boldly" and
work together in love. Come join us!
Did you know that every woman of St. Peter’s
Lutheran Church is a member of WELCA? The
Women of the ELCA are able to have a great impact in the church community. Over the last few years, a small group of ladies has been committed to
organizing WELCA and have supported activities such as quilting, the
garage sale, the Apple Dumpling Festival, and Harvest of Grace Café.
Contact Tami Lee with interest.
The St. Peter's quilting group continues to work hard to
make quilts. The WELCA quilting group has completed 25 large
quilts for LWR. These will be delivered to Maryland to the
LWR warehouse. In September/October, the quilting group
tied 25 lap sized quilts for local nursing homes and the Family
Justice Center in Georgetown. We have another 25 quilts
ready to be tied!!! We continue to use bed sheets (for the
backing) and light weight blankets (for the batting). Donations of these items can
be dropped off in the WELCA storage room. Thank you for your support of our
quilting ministry.
The Group Meets on the first Monday of the month@ 2:00 p.m. in Heinecke Hall.
Contact Jane Rud for information at 843-651-148
Baby Layette Program
What is a layette you ask? It’s a collection of the basic
needs for a baby...items that every new mom should have
ready when a baby comes home. But, not all moms have
baby showers, or have the money and
support to get what is needed. So, St. Peter’s WELCA
puts together items in baskets and gift bags and delivers
them to Georgetown Hospital. The nurses in the maternity area decide which moms will
benefit from a layette and deliver them. Each layette includes: newborn onesies and
sleepers, receiving blankets, baby shampoo and wash, newborn disposable diapers and
baby wipes. Additional items that are added: socks, hats, pacifiers, a soft toy, towels &
washcloths, and bottles. (Please no baby powder or Q-tips).
Donated items can be placed in the basket in the narthex. Thank you!
Contact Marla Fabian at [email protected]
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2017 Flower Chart is posted on the Bulletin Board.
Please take a moment to fill in the date you would loke to
donate the flowers. The cost is $20 Please make check
payable to St. Peter’s and indicate flowers. You can drop
your check off by the office or drop in offertory plate. Thanks.
The Women's Bible Study will be meeting on the first
Tuesday of every month at 2:00 p.m. Come join us as we
study the Bible and a variety of books to help us
experience the work of God in our lives. This is a wonderful
opportunity to learn as well as experience fellowship among
women in a small group setting. Please feel free to invite
your friends! We will meet in the conference room.
Next Meeting: March 7, 2017
To celebrate the Resurrection of our Lord
Jesus Christ on Easter morning, we
welcome your gift of Easter Lilies to
beautify the altar at St. Peter’s.
Lilies may be purchased for $10 per plant
and the deadline is April 2nd.
On Easter weekend, the bulletin will include a list of donors
who contributed Lilies. Purchased Lilies may then be taken
home after the 10:00 a.m. worship service on Easter morning
or anytime the following week. Please sign up on the bulletin
board across from the old kitchen. Checks should be made
payable to St. Peter’s Lutheran Church
(memo line: Easter Lilies).
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Immediately following Worship
Please sign up to host.
Sign up sheet is on
bulletin board.
Contact Linda Van Dyke for details
St. Peter’s Sharing Library
Have you stopped into our Church Library yet? You will be
surprised by how many types of books we have for lending.
It’s totally free, and you can sign out a book or two for as long
as you need. Just return it so others may enjoy a good read!
Update on Organ Fund
Worship and Music Committee is happy to say that several
donations and memorial gifts have recently been added to the St.
Peter's Organ Fund.
The organ we are currently using was built with 1960's technology,
and was donated to us in 1989 by a church that had already
replaced this instrument with a newer organ! Although this organ
has served us well, the new digital technology offers greatly
improved sound quality, many additional "voices" and instrumental
tone colors, and USB computer connectivity for continuing
upgrades and servicing.
If you've been thinking about making a donation or memorial gift and would like more
information, please speak to Suzanne Young ([email protected]) or any
member of the Worship and Music Committee.
Important Note
All committee reports not included in the Council Minutes are filed in
the Church Office.
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Christmas Card Ministry
Wondering what to do with those cards after the Christmas? Don’t throw them
away! WELCA would like your help again in supporting St. Jude’s Ranch for
Children’s recycled card program. It is easy! Just cut off the fronts of any
Christmas or all occasion greeting card (except Hallmark, Disney and
American Greeting). Only the fronts of cards are used and you need to be
sure the backside is free of any writing. Deposit them in a box provided in the Narthex and leave the rest
to WELCA. WELCA will mail them to St. Jude’s where the children will recycle the cards and make “new”
cards. The benefits are two-fold for the children at St. Jude’s Ranch for Children: customers who
purchase these recycled cards receive “green” greeting cards for their use and the children receive
payment for their work and learn entrepreneurship skills and the benefits and Importance of “going green”.
March’s
Newsletter
Deadline
March 27th
8:00 a.m.
Next Blood Drive:
Thursday
April 20
2:00—7:00p.m.
St. Peter’s
40 Donors in March!
St. Peter’s Chimers
Wednesday, 4:30pm
Choir Room
Directed by Muffie Alling
Handbell Practice 5:05p.m. during Lent
.
Choir Practice during Lent is after the 6:30pm Lenten Service
Saturday
March 11th
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BIRTHDAYS
1 - Walt Gerdes
2 - Marlin Kastenschmidt
3 - Glenn Krechel
4 - Debbie Miles
5 - Paul Kanupp
6 - Pat Harootyan
6 - Rick Hosler
7 - Phyllis McKowan
8 - Reta Schaap
9 - Susie McCaw
9 - Gretchen Moore
10 - Mary Strand
10 - Selena Player
10 - Klay Kennedy
10 - Julee Krechel
11 - Sally Holliday
12 - Adrienne Erwin
13 - Bill Meyer
13 - Jim Davison
13 - Luke Russell
ANNIVERSARIES
1 - Bob & June Lomicky
10 - Heather & Louis Javoroski
20 - Susan Lambert
21 - Merrell Kennecy
24 - Matthew Roberts
25 - Gil Goldsmith
25 - Ross Snelson
26 - Janet Hosler
26 - Michael Clark
29 - Lynn Ohlemacher
30 - Jim Laver
31 - Sally Gerdes
21 - Keith & Darissa Thompson
26 - Tim & Mary Strand
29 - Bob & Michele Harding
We love to celebrate your special days with you! If you would like to see
your name included on our Birthday and Anniversary lists, please contact
the Church Office ([email protected] or 843-237-2795).
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A prayer of Martin Luther
Behold, Lord, an empty vessel that needs to be filled.
My Lord, fill it. I am weak in the faith; strengthen me. I
am cold in love; warm me and make me fervent, that
my love may go out to my neighbor. I do not have a
strong and firm faith; at times I doubt and am unable to
trust you altogether. O Lord, help me. Strengthen my
faith and trust in you. In you I have sealed the treasure
of all I have. I am poor; you are rich and came to be
merciful to the poor. I am a sinner; you are upright.
With me, there is an abundance of sin; in you is the
fullness of righteousness. Therefore I will remain with
you, of whom I can receive, but to whom I may not
give.
Amen.
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Happy St. Patrick’s
Day
March 17th
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President: John Kohler (484-225-6634)
Vice President: Sue Zebrosky (843-516-9051)
Secretary: Barbara Marshall (843-979-9792)
Christian Education: Ellen Krechel
Community Relations: Tony Roinette
Fellowship: Tami Lee
Finance: Louis Javoroski
Long Range Planning: John Kohler/Joe
Heindlmeyer
Property: Joe Heindlmeyer
Service: Pat Hartman
Staff Support: Muffie Alling/Melanie Gaines
Stewardship: Sue Zebrosky
Worship & Music: Barbara Marshall
Youth Ministry: Karen Gluntz
St.Peter’s Lutheran Church
Council Meeting
January 15, 2017
The meeting was called to order by President, John Kohler at 7:05 pm.
Present: Muffie Alling, Melanie Gaines, Pat Hartman, Joe Heindlmeyer, Louis Javoroski,
Ellen Krechel, Karen Gluntz, Pastor Van Dyke, Tony Robinette, Barbara Marshall, Sue
Zebrosky, and John Kohler.
Absent: Tami Lee and Larry Schaap.
Devotions- Joe showed a video about speaking to God. All of us asked him to share the
web-site.
Approval of November and December minutes- Tony made a motion to approve as
written and Pat 2nd. The minutes were unanimously approved.
Committee Reports
Finance- Louis distributed 2017 proposed budget
Christian Education- Ellen stated the Sunday School is growing. New member
classes will be held in the near future.
Community Relations- no report
Fellowship- Council received Tami Lee’s resignation, due to her upcoming move to
Ohio. She will be missed by all!
Worship and Music- Barbara announced the Litchfield Inn will not be able to host our
Easter Sunrise service and asked for suggestions for another venue.
Property- Mold remediation project has received over $11,000 to date. Security of
our church is an on-going issue and we need a system in place for making sure all
doors are locked. The St. Francis statue in the front parking lot has been hit by
vehicles three times in the past year and it was discussed whether this should be
moved to another location.
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Service- 18 guests were served at Harvest of Grace Café.
Staff Support- nothing to add to e-mail report. Muffie will post sign-up sheet for
Council/Staff Support retreat on February 18.
Pre-School- nothing to add to e-mail report.
Stewardship- no meeting
Youth Ministry- nothing to add to e-mail report. Funds from Sweetheart dinner,
February 11, will be given to the Youth for the gathering in Houston in 2018.
Long Range Planning- no meeting.
Pastor’s Report- a date for new members to be recognized will be announced
shortly. All are Lutheran and are having their memberships transferred to
St.Peter’s.
Old Business
Staff Support and Property are working on re-writing the job description for the
Sexton position.
Audit recommendations state that before insurance policies can be written,
employment and security policies must be in place.
New Business
Town Hall meetings- dates suggested by Pastor Greg: May 7, July 16, October 15,
2017 and January 28, 2018.
Congregational meeting to accept proposed budget: Sunday, January 29 at 9:30
am.
Phone directory update will be distributed shortly. Phone numbers for Pastor Greg,
Tony, and John will be posted, in case of security issues.
Counter for February- Melanie Gaines
Devotions for February- Melanie Gaines
The meeting was adjourned with the Lord’s Prayer at 9:05 pm.
Respectfully submitted,
Barbara Marshall, Council Secretary
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St. Peter’s Lutheran Church
Sunday Schedule
8:15 & 10:30 a.m. - Worship + Holy Communion
STAFF
The Rev. N Gregory Van Dyke, Pastor
Suzanne Young, Director of Music
Kay Williams, Parish Administrator
Tony Robinette, Sexton
Ginny Deeter, St. Peter’s School Director
Church Phone: 843-237-2795
Fax: 843-237-2645
e-mail: [email protected]
School Phone: 843-237-2792
www.stpeterspawleys.org
Address service Requested
St. Peter’s Lutheran Church
65 Crooked Oak Drive
Pawleys Island, SC 29585
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