SACPC Weekly Updates for September 3, 2023
Weekly Updates for September 3, 2023
14th Sunday after Pentecost
This Sunday
"Holy Ground & Holy Living"
Rev. Katherine B. Harrington
In Exodus 3: 1-15, Moses encounters God in a burning bush on what becomes holy ground at Mt. Sinai. Most of us have never seen an unconsumed burning bush--or if we have, would anyone believe us? Yet, chances are we've all tread on holy ground and experienced Divine encounters. In Romans 12:9-21, Paul shows us how to recalibrate our senses to embrace God's presence within one another and in the outside world. When we accept these practices as habits, we begin to recognize the holy all around us. See you Sunday!
In Exodus 3: 1-15, Moses encounters God in a burning bush on what becomes holy ground at Mt. Sinai. Most of us have never seen an unconsumed burning bush--or if we have, would anyone believe us? Yet, chances are we've all tread on holy ground and experienced Divine encounters. In Romans 12:9-21, Paul shows us how to recalibrate our senses to embrace God's presence within one another and in the outside world. When we accept these practices as habits, we begin to recognize the holy all around us. See you Sunday!
Previous Contemporary Worship
Previous Traditional Worship
Announcements
Hurricane Idalia Update
by Rev. Katherine B. Harrington
We are monitoring the weather forecast related to Hurricane Idalia. We will send out an email update tomorrow (8/30) by noon regarding plans for Wednesday evening or Thursday. In the meantime, we ask you to join us in prayer for all who are preparing for this storm.
Sanctuary Flowers
by Robin Harper
If you would like to help make our sanctuary more beautiful, please consider donating a floral arrangement in honor or memory of someone special! You can call the church office (910-762-9693) or Flower Guild Chairs Robin Harper ( 910-231-8419 or Jackie Lewis (910-540-6410).
Go & Serve September Donations
by Jane Smith
As summer winds down, let's not forget our neighbors who struggle to feed themselves and their families. This month we'll be collecting non-perishable foods for Good Shepherd, Salvation Army, and the Rescue Mission. Suggested food items include cereal, pasta, pasta sauce, canned fruits and vegetables (including #10 cans), canned soup, packaged snacks, and canned chicken or tuna. Please drop your donations in the bin in the 15th Street lobby.
Draw Near: Spiritual Practices for Practicing Christians
by Sue McCaffray
Our fall day-long retreat, open to all, will be held Saturday, Oct. 14th, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm at Church of the Servant, 4925 Oriole Drive. We will have the opportunity to walk their beautiful indoor labyrinth, while also exploring some other old and new practices for intentionally drawing near to the Holy One. Lunch will be served. Mark your calendars and watch for registration information.
SAVE THE DATE:
"Hope In A Busy World" Event
by Women's Ministry
Calling ALL women!! Are you tired, burned out, weary, lonely, young, old, single, married, worried, happy, and all the inbetweens? We see you. We hear you. Come gather. Bring your friends, neighbors, and co-workers to this special event just for you. Childcare provided. More details coming soon, but first--mark your calendars for Saturday, November 18th from 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm in Brown Hall. This will be a day of togetherness you didn't know you needed--until you did.
Thank You!
by Jeff Flynn
Dear SACPC family:
Words can't begin to express my gratitude for all the love and support I've received during my illness. The prayers and outreach have been overwhelming and have definitely helped speed the healing.
With love and appreciation,
Jeff Flynn
Words can't begin to express my gratitude for all the love and support I've received during my illness. The prayers and outreach have been overwhelming and have definitely helped speed the healing.
With love and appreciation,
Jeff Flynn
Earth Care Clean-Up Event
by Jeff Denlinger
Save the Date for Saturday, SEP 9th from 9:00 am - 11:00 am. Our Earth Care Team is organizing a group to help local organization, Keep New Hanover County Beautiful, with their 2nd Saturday Cleanup. The meet-up location is coming soon. Join the Earth Care Team on our mobile app to receive more information.
Lunch & Learn Is Back!
by Cathryn Thomas
Bring your brown bag lunch and join us in the Dining Room on September 19th at 12:30 pm. We have invited the leaders of Communities in Schools, one of our neighborhood partners, to tell us about their various programs, connecting with children and youth in the community.
Holy Happenings @ SACPC
NHHS Football Ministry
SEP 7 | 5:30 pm
Brown Hall
SEP 7 | 5:30 pm
Brown Hall
Volunteer to help nourish and nurture New Hanover High School football players during their weekly "pre-game" team meal. Contact David Massey for details.
Rally Day
SEP 10 | 10:00 am
Various Locations
SEP 10 | 10:00 am
Various Locations
Children & Youth Sunday School classes return from summer break, as well as, a few adult classes. Our Wednesday evening programs return on September 13th.
POPS Meal & Program
SEP 13 | 5:30 pm (dinner), 6:30 pm (program)
Brown Hall
SEP 13 | 5:30 pm (dinner), 6:30 pm (program)
Brown Hall
Dinner is from 5:30 - 6:30 pm. The menu is spaghetti bolognese, garden salad, garlic bread, and berry trifle. Cost is $25/family, $7/adult, $5/under 12.
POPS Program begins at 6:30 pm with a special report from our Malawi mission team which will share pictures and stories from their visit in June.
POPS Program begins at 6:30 pm with a special report from our Malawi mission team which will share pictures and stories from their visit in June.
POPS Book Study: "Life Together"
SEP 20 | 6:30 pm
Rm 224
SEP 20 | 6:30 pm
Rm 224
Join us! Rev. Harrington will lead a book study of Dietrich Bonhoeffer's readable classic, "Life Together." Reading is not required but advised. This 5-week study begins Wednesday, September 20th. Books are available for purchase in the front office for $12.00/ea. We ask that you make a check payable to SACPC or provide the exact change. Contact Sue McCaffray for more details.
Children | Contact Lynn Warner
3rd Grade Bible Presentation DAy
3rd Grade Bible Presentation
SEP 10 | 9:00 am or 11:00 am
Sanctuary
SEP 10 | 9:00 am or 11:00 am
Sanctuary
3rd Grade students attending either the 9:00 am or 11:00 am worship service will receive new Bibles. Students in 4th or 5th grade who did not previously receive a Bible will also be recognized. Students are then invited to a special class at 10:00 am to explore their new Bibles. Contact Lynn Warner for more details.
Music & More Starts SEP 13th!
Music & More
SEP 13 | 4:30 pm
Choir Rm
SEP 13 | 4:30 pm
Choir Rm
All children in grades K - 5th are invited to join this after-school Bible-based music program. Contact Lynn Warner for details.
Save The Date!
Children's Ministry FALL FESTIVAL!
Get ready for a fun, fall event for families with children from birth - 5th grade! We'll have games, pumpkin decorating, face painting, hot dogs, and more!! Mark your calendars! More information coming soon!
Children's Events
Youth | Contact Jen Phelps
Disciple Groups Start SEP 10th!
D-Groups (Grades 6th - 12th)
SEP 20 | 7:00 pm
The HUB
SEP 20 | 7:00 pm
The HUB
Join us for Disciple Groups. The HUB will open at 6:30 pm with the program starting at 7:00 pm. Contact Jen Phelps for details.
Confirmation Class of 2024
We are starting a Confirmation Class in the upcoming months for students in 8th grade and above. Jen Phelps has begun reaching out to families with details, if you are interested in participating in this year's class - please contact her ASAP. If you would like information about Confirmation - we are holding an information session on Sunday, September 17th at 10:00 am in the Dining Room.
Youth Events
Adult | Contact Sue McCaffray
Adult Sunday School In August
All adults are welcome to attend one of our three classes meeting in August: Connette-Covenant (Room 226), taught by Dumay Gorham; Venture (Room 240, resumes August 6th), taught by Teresa Conoly; Walking in the Word (236), focusing on the Lectionary and taught by class members. All adult classes will resume on Rally Day, September 10th.
CareLine Updates as of August 27, 2023
Love must be sincere. Hate what is evil; cling to what is good. Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. Honor one another above yourselves. Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord. Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer. Share with God’s people who are in need. Practice hospitality.
Romans 12: 9-13 (NIV)
Romans 12: 9-13 (NIV)
We Grieve:
Lib Pusey died on August 11th. A private memorial service was held on August 26th.
We Pray:
Larry Tootoo is dealing with ongoing cardiac issues and is doing well after a cardioversion on August 26th.
John Henderson, SACPC summer intern, is doing well in Ecuador as he works with the Raiz Foundation.
For the safety of students as they return to school.
John Henderson, SACPC summer intern, is doing well in Ecuador as he works with the Raiz Foundation.
For the safety of students as they return to school.
Service Personnel:
Steve Hovdesven (Joint Chiefs of Staff Intern, Arlington, VA), Billy Purdom (USS Stout DDG ), Smith Beacham (Fort Richardson, Anchorage, AK), Jack Looney (USS Carl Vinson, San Diego, CA) , Samuel Makepeace (Fort Polk, Louisiana), Brennan Litzinger (Fort Bliss, Texas), Mikayla Reifert (Kadena, Japan), Bradley Garrett (Coast Guard, Elizabeth City)
Prayer requests: Click here to tell us about your need.
Hospitalizations: Please click here to email Ann Benson or call 910.762.9693 x202 to leave a message.
Prayer requests: Click here to tell us about your need.
Hospitalizations: Please click here to email Ann Benson or call 910.762.9693 x202 to leave a message.
Birthday Celebrations | AUG 29 - SEP 5, 2023
August 29: Beth Cherry, Bob Gray, Todd Harrington
August 30: L. C. Dechent, Amy Stuart
August 31: John Thompson
September 1: Finley Harrison
September 2: Mary Ellen Black, Melissa Curtis, Austin Durst, Jack Richardson
September 3: Tyson David, Jane Davis, Marietta Dean, Angie Garrett
September 4: Sybil Bottom, Tom Hyatt, Kristen Lee, Charles Wells
September 5: Morgan Moskal
August 30: L. C. Dechent, Amy Stuart
August 31: John Thompson
September 1: Finley Harrison
September 2: Mary Ellen Black, Melissa Curtis, Austin Durst, Jack Richardson
September 3: Tyson David, Jane Davis, Marietta Dean, Angie Garrett
September 4: Sybil Bottom, Tom Hyatt, Kristen Lee, Charles Wells
September 5: Morgan Moskal
SACPC Contacts
Office Hours:
Monday - Thursday: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Friday: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
For pastoral concerns:
Katie Harrington kharrington@sacpc.org
910-762-9693 x203
Ann Benson abenson@sacpc.org
910-762-9693 x202
For financial questions:
Susan Dykes sdykes@sacpc.org; x207
For newsletter, website, social media, and other communication questions:
Emily Donovan (edonovan@sacpc.org)
For the front desk:
call 910-762-9693 x201
For calendar reservations, Memorial Garden & The Block information:
Catheryn Thomas cthomas@sacpc.org; x229
Session Contacts: If you have questions, concerns or recommendations feel free to contact any session member individually or email the session at session@sacpc.org.
Office Hours:
Monday - Thursday: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Friday: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
For pastoral concerns:
Katie Harrington kharrington@sacpc.org
910-762-9693 x203
Ann Benson abenson@sacpc.org
910-762-9693 x202
For financial questions:
Susan Dykes sdykes@sacpc.org; x207
For newsletter, website, social media, and other communication questions:
Emily Donovan (edonovan@sacpc.org)
For the front desk:
call 910-762-9693 x201
For calendar reservations, Memorial Garden & The Block information:
Catheryn Thomas cthomas@sacpc.org; x229
Session Contacts: If you have questions, concerns or recommendations feel free to contact any session member individually or email the session at session@sacpc.org.
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