ALTAR FLOWERS
The altar flowers this week are given to the glory of God and in honor of River Konarski’s second birthday on October 1, by Sam and Jan Samson.
DRAFT CEMERTERY POLICY
Today, instead of Bible study at 10:00 AM following breakfast, there will be an open meeting for members to provide comments and ask questions about the draft cemetery policy. If you are unable to attend this meeting, please contact a member of Council with your questions and/or comments prior to the Council meeting next Sunday, October 11, 2026.
FALL FISH FRY
The LMM fall fish fry will be held on Thursday, October 15, 2026, in the fellowship hall. The price is $10 for adults and $5 for children. Take out meals can be picked up beginning at
5:30 PM, and dinner will be served at 6:00 PM.
Donations of desserts are requested.
REVISED CONSTITUTION
Council has been busy this year. In addition to drafting a cemetery policy, they have also been updating our constitution, which was last revised in 1999. The updated document, which conforms to the Model Constitution for Congregations of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, as of August 2025, will soon be distributed to voting members. Please study the document and plan to attend the following meetings.
• On November 1, 2026, at 10:00 AM – An open forum for discussion and questions.
• On November 22, 2026, following worship – A special congregation meeting to approve the revised constitution.
• On December 6, 2026, following worship – The annual meeting will include ratification of the constitution.
If you are unable to attend the discussion on November 1, please contact a member of Council with your questions and/or comments prior to the November 22 meeting.
BROTHERHOOD MUTUAL
In early August we received a letter from our insurance carrier, Brotherhood Mutual. They informed us that they had provided a risk control visit on July 8, 2026, to l00k over the premises, to confirm underwriting information, and to offer recommendations to help reduce the possibility for losses. They made the following recommendations:
1. Install handrail(s) at the steps at the rear of the Sunday School building
2. Paint the light pole standard in the parking lot with a highly visible paint
3. Highlight the elevated sidewalk edge near the front entrance into the Church building with a bright color of paint
We thank Charles Eleazer for taking corrective action for the items noted.
MID-WEEK BIBLE STUDY
Join us on Wednesdays at 10:30 AM in the Sunday School building for Bible study.
BUDGET WORK SESSION
On November 1, 2026, following the worship service, we will hold a work session to review and discuss a proposed spending plan for 2027. Please think of any special items that we should include in the budget that are not currently included. Also, please prayerfully consider if you will financially support continuing the cleaning service in 2027. If you are unable to attend the meeting, please contact a member of council prior to the meeting to provide your valuable input.
INSTALLATION OF THE REV. WADE ROOF
The installation of the Rev. Wade Roof as Bishop of the South Carolina Synod will take place on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at 10:30 AM at St. Stephen’s Lutheran Church, 119 N. Church Street, Lexington, SC 29072. A reception will follow the service.
The service will be livestreamed at scsynod.com/installation.
Readings for Next Sunday |
Isaiah 25:1-9 |
Psalm 23 |
Philippians 4:1-9 |
Matthew 22:1-14 |
Serving on October 4 | 19th Sunday after Pentecost |
Worship Leader | Pastor Michele Fischer |
Organist | Kathy Hendrix |
Flowers | Jan Samson |
Altar Guild (green) | Julianne Kleckley |
Lector | Judy Hrinda |
Communion Assistant | Kaylie Moore |
Usher/Greeter | George Eleazer |
Counter | Parrish Ward |
Serving on October 11 | 20th Sunday after Pentecost |
Worship Leader | Pastor Michele Fischer |
Organist | Don Alcorn |
Flowers | Steve Kesler |
Altar Guild (green) | Nancy Bradshaw |
Lector | Jan Samson |
Communion Assistant | Tim Bradshaw |
Usher/Greeter | Parrish Ward |
Counter | George Eleazer |
What's Happening at | St. John's |
Sunday, October 4 | 19th Sunday after Pentecost |
9:30 am | Break Fast |
10:00 am | Cemetery Policy Review |
11:00 am | Worship service |
Wednesday, October 7 | |
10:30 am | Bible Study |
Sunday, October 11 | 20th Sunday after Pentecost |
9:30 am | Break Fast |
10:00 am | Bible study |
11:00 pm | Worship service |
12:30 pm | Council Meeting |
Upcoming Events | |
October 15 6:00 pm | LMM Fish Fry |
October 18 1:30 pm | Youth Group Roller Skating in Three Fountains |
October 22 12:30 - 4:00 pm | Mini-VBS (Walking on Water) |
October 24 10:30 am | Installation of New SC Synod Bishop, Rev. Roof (St. Stephens Lutheran Church, Lexington, SC) |
October 26 - 28 | 2026 South Carolina Rostered Leaders Convocation at Lutheridge |
November 1 10:00 am | Discussion of Revised Constitution |
November 1 12:15 pm | 2027 Budget Work Session |
November 22 12:15 pm | Special Meeting to Approve Revised Constitution |
In Our Prayers
Members
Glenn Lindler
Kathy Lindler
Grieving Family and Friends of:
Frank “Tez” Cortez
Heyward Shealy (Glenn Lindler’s Former Boss and Friend)
Family and Friends
C. J. Allen (Friend of Doug and Judy Truax)
Rita Boozer (Our Friend at Pomaria Lutheran Church)
Jason Bradshaw (Tim Bradshaw’s son)
Donna DiRusso (Bethany Carlson’s Mother-in-Law)
Ann Derrick Heilig (Steve Derrick’s Sister)
Gary Hydrick (Friend of the Samsons)
Keith McAlister (Friend of Tim and Nancy Bradshaw)
Brianna McCarthy (Mother of Zoe Bell’s Friend, Sawyer)
Kay Miller (Friend of the Bradshaws)
Liam Moore (Jon Moore’s son)
Paula Perry (Neighbor and Friend of Many Members of St. John’s)
Sam Perry (Neighbor and Friend of Many Members of St. John’s)
Clergy and Staff
Presiding Bishop Yehiel Curry & Staff
Bishop-Elect Wade Roof
Pastor Michele Fischer
In Our Armed Forces
Connor Truax (US Army)