Announcements for October 13

Altar Flowers
The altar flowers today are given to the glory of God and to all those who continue to provide love and support to victims of Hurricane Helene, by Steve Kesler.

Youth Group
The Youth Group (grades 6 through 12) will hold their monthly meeting today from 4 P.M. to 5 P.M.

Property Facilitator(s)
St. John’s is blessed to have beautiful facilities, and we need one or two facilitator(s) to help maintain a safe and welcoming environment for all. This ministry will focus on recruiting to get small tasks done and reaching out to vendors for quotes for more complex tasks. Please let Pastor Michele or a council member know if you feel called to serve.

Card Shower for Martha Richardson
Martha Richardson has been diagnosed with stage 4 uterine cancer. To show our love, St. John’s is hosting a card shower for her. Please send all cards to Martha Richardson at the following address: c/o The Heritage at Lowman, PO Box 444, White Rock, SC 29177.

Fall Fish Fry
LMM are holding a fish fry on Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 6:00 P.M. in the Fellowship Hall. The cost is $10 for adults and $5 for children.

Noisy Offering on October 20, 2024
The noisy offering collected on October 20 will be sent to the SC Synod for Lutheran Disaster Response Carolinas.

Mini-VBS
On Oct. 31, when Lexington-Richland 5 has early release for elementary and intermediate schools, St. John’s will offer a “Mini-VBS” from noon until 4 P.M. The children will be given lunch, and we will offer activities planned around a central theme for the day. We will need a few volunteers to help on these days from 11:30 A.M. until 4 P.M.

Save the Date for Fall Festival
On Saturday, November 2nd the Pomaria ELCA churches are hosting a Fall Festival at the town hall from 10 A.M. – 2 P.M. There will be food, hay rides, games and more. Those wanting to give out candy are invited to set up cars for “trunk or treat.” Pastor Michele is coordinating games. If you would like to volunteer to run a game for an hour, please let her know.

Camp Kinard Clean Up
A tree fell through the roof of one of the lodge buildings, and downed trees across the campgrounds require extensive cleanup. Clean up dates are scheduled for October 14 and 15 and November 9. To attend please register your group or as an individual at https://secure.qgiv.com/for/southcarolinalutheranretreatcenters/event/hurricanehelene/?blm_aid=51451 While registration is not required, it helps in planning. Those with chainsaws or tractors with bucket attachments are invited to bring those items with them.