SACPC Weekly Updates for Oct. 29 - Nov. 5, 2024

October 29th, 2024

Sunday, November 3, 2024

24th Sunday after Pentecost

This Sunday

"Loyalty & Lament"

Rev. Katherine B. Harrington

Come this All Saints' Sunday as we remember the saints in our lives and celebrate communion together. The sermon text will come from Revelation 21:1-6a and Ruth 1:1-18.

Previous Contemporary Worship

SACPC(USA) | December 15, 2024 | 9:00 am Contemporary Worship

Dec 15, 2024

SACPC(USA) | December 8, 2024 | 10:00 am Special Music Sunday

Dec 8, 2024

SACPC(USA) | December 1, 2024 | 9:00 am Contemporary Worship

Dec 1, 2024 • Rev. Katherine B. Harrington

Previous Traditional Worship

SACPC(USA) | December 15, 2024 | 11:00 am Traditional Worship

Dec 15, 2024

SACPC(USA) | December 1, 2024 | 11:00 am Traditional Worship

Dec 1, 2024 • Rev. Katherine B. Harrington

SACPC(USA) | November 24, 2024 | 11:00 am Traditional Worship

Nov 24, 2024 • John Henderson

Announcements

Baptism Celebration/Hobbs Family

William Fisher Hobbs, son of Carson Rudisill and Ryan Fisher Hobbs received Christian Baptism on September 22, 2024 at SACPC during the 11:00 am service.

In baptism, we promise to guide and nurture these children by word and deed, love, and prayer, encouraging them to know and love Jesus Christ and to be His faithful disciple.

Angel Tree is Coming!

by Jane Smith

We will be hanging Angel Tree gift tags on the Christmas tree in the 15th Street lobby some time the first week of November. This is our annual opportunity to purchase Christmas gifts for children who might not have anything under their tree on Christmas morning otherwise.

Gift tags will include a child's Christmas wishes. Simply choose a tag and purchase some or all of the gifts listed. Place them under the tree by the date listed on the bulletin board. Go and Serve will deliver them to the Salvation Army who will distribute them to the families. Thank you for making a child's Christmas brighter. If you have questions, contact Ann Danchak.

CONTACT ANN

CareLine & Pastoral Care Updates

by Katie Harrington

In times of crisis and in times of celebration, we as the church want to pray with you and care for you. Please continue to send us all your prayer requests, concerns, milestones, celebrations, and service personnel updates by using the CareLine Request form located on our website under "Resources" or on the home screen of our mobile app. The CareLine is published weekly in our Saints Alive newsletter.

CARELINE REQUESTS

For more direct pastoral care needs, including a call from a pastor or a hospital visit, contact the church office (910.762.9693 x201). Please let us know how we as a congregation can pray with and for you!!

Holy Happenings @ SACPC

POPS Meal Menu

POPS Meal
OCT 30 | 5:30 pm
Brown Hall

Menu: Breakfast for dinner! Cost is $25/family, $7/adult, and $5/under 12.

POPS Program : Food Justice & Wilmington's Food Desert

POPS Program: Food Justice & Wilmington's Food Desert
OCT 30 | 6:30 pm
Kardia Rm 224

Food Justice is generally defined as the ability for everyone to access healthy, affordable, and culturally appropriate food. The Bible repeatedly reminds us the earth yields food in abundance but starvation and food insecurity persists--including in our community. This Wednesday, the Earth Care Team will host guest speaker Cierra Washington, Project Manager of the Northside Food Co-op, who will discuss how her organization is tackling food justice concerns in downtown Wilmington.

Youth Choir Rehearsal

Youth Choir Rehearsal
OCT 30 | 6:30 pm
Choir Rm

Youth choir rehearsals are from 6:30 pm - 7:15 pm in the Choir Rm every other Wednesday, alternating with D-Groups so students can attend both D-Groups and Youth Choir. Remaining rehearsal dates are: 10/30, 11/13, 12/4. We will sing in worship on Dec. 8th at 10:00 am. All are welcome! Invite your friends. See Angela Burns for details.

POPS Program: Post Election Service of Prayer and Song

Post Election Service of Prayer & Song
NOV 6 | 6:30 pm
Sanctuary

Worship is at the center of who we are and what we do as followers of Jesus, especially in times of uncertainty. In fact, 'the maintenance of divine worship" is one of the great ends of the church. Join us as Katie leads a special worship service of prayer and song on the day after the election. Let's come together as a congregation to seek wisdom, peace, and unity for our nation. Come early and join us for POPS Meal at 5:30 pm in Brown Hall.

Let Justice Roll Down Bible Study | Food Justice

Let Justice Roll Down Bible Study
NOV 12, 13, or 14 | 10:00 am
Dining Rm

November's Let Justice Roll Down Bible study will be led by Lynn Atkinson. The theme is Food Justice. The Bible portrays the earth as yielding food in abundance, and today’s agricultural scientists say it could provide food for all. We can learn to produce food with justice and peace and feed a starving world. We will explore scripture from Genesis 1:22, 3:19; Exodus 16:13-18, 19-21; Joshua 5:12; Psalm 65:11-14, 78:23-29, 105:40-41; Hosea 4:1b-3; Micah 6:12-15; Matthew 13:8; Mark 4:8; Luke 8:8.

All are invited to attend. The same lesson will be given on November 12th, 13th, or 14th at 10:00 am in Dining Room. See Katherine Brandi for details.

CONTACT KATHERINE

Avoiding Internet and Phone Scams

Avoiding Internet & Phone Scams
NOV 16 | 2:00 pm
Brown Hall

This event is sponsored by our Women's Ministry Team and open to the public, encourage your friends and neighbors to attend. Doors open at 1:30 pm with the program beginning promptly at 2:00 pm. Breaks and snacks included.

Guest Speakers:
Kevin Kramer, Certified Financial Planner - “Scams and Ways to Protect Your Money”
Holly Pilson, Director, Cape Fear Agency on Aging
Representative from the New Hanover County Sheriff’s Office - “Fraud and Scam Prevention“

The event will include an expert panel discussion followed by audience Q&A. Contact the church office for more details.

Music on Market: NC Brass Band

Music on Market: NC Brass Band
NOV 16 | 7:30 pm
Sanctuary

Our Music on Market series continues with a free concert by the NC Brass Band on Saturday, November 16th at 7:30 pm in the sanctuary. Get into the festive spirit with this brass quintet concert featuring an enchanting repertoire of beloved holiday music. Experience brilliant musicianship, the powerful blend of brass instruments, and unforgettable melodies to fill your hearts with the holiday spirit. This is sure to be a Quintessential Holiday Concert Experience!

LEARN MORE

Banned Book Club For All | November Book Pick

Banned Book Club
NOV 17 | 7:00 pm
The HUB

Our Banned Book club will be reading The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian by Sherman Alexie. This book is recommended for ages 11 and up and won a National Book Award. Amy Stuart (who has won our hearts) will again be leading our discussion. For more details, contact Amy.

CONTACT AMY

Go & Serve | Contact Gary Smith

October Collection for Vigilant Hope

In October, we will collect for our neighbors, Vigilant Hope, which provides vital services to those in our city who, sadly, have no place to call home. Let's help them out with the following:

Umbrellas
AAA batteries
Men's undershirts (L and XL)
Men's and women's warm socks
Stocking caps

Please drop your donations in the bin in the 15th Street lobby near the Narthex. Contact Jane Smith for details.

CONTACT JANE

Children | Contact Lynn Warner

Children's Events

Youth | Contact Jen Phelps

Youth Events

GIVING | Contact Susan Dykes

August Financial Highlight

Thank you for contributing to the work and love of Jesus through St. Andrews-Covenant Presbyterian Church. Your gifts enable us to stay Faithfully Present in Our Community by providing beneficial programs and spiritual events that lift up, motivate, and provide joy!

As of the end of August, giving is below budget expectations, resulting in a year-to-date shortfall of $114,090. So that we can continue to spread the Word of God, as well as serve our congregation and the community, please prayerfully consider giving to help rebound from this deficit.

Financial updates will be provided each month. If you have any questions, please contact Susan Dykes, Financial Administrator, 910-762-9693x207, sdykes@sacpc.org; or our Church Treasurer, Ed Hobson, treasurer@sacpc.org.

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CareLine Updates as of October 29, 2024

Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.
Philippians 4:4-6

We Grieve:

Miranda Dungan who died on October 24th. A memorial service will be held at SACPC on Saturday, November 2nd at 12:30 pm with a reception to follow.

We Pray:

We continue to pray for all those who have been affected by Hurricanes Helene and Milton with loss of life, livelihoods, and property.

Glenn Sasser, father of Carey Sasser, who has been hospitalized.

Jack Woods, who has stage 1 lung cancer and will have surgery on Nov. 20th.

The SACPC Fall Mission Trip Team October 27th - 30th: Sallie Bridger, Mary Kay (MK) Campbell, Lil Conley, Kathy Denlinger, Mary Farmer, Shelley Hobson, Sonya Johnston, Nancy Lund, Linda Nicks, Fatima Charlton, Paul Charlton, George Bridger, Jeffrey Denlinger, Donald Harris, Ed Hobson, Chris Johnston, Bill Landen, Scott Lund, Jack Richardson, David Smith, Gary Smith, Pate Southerland

Service Personnel:

Billy Purdom (USS Stout DDG ), Smith Beacham (Fort Richardson, Anchorage, AK), Jack Looney (USS Carl Vinson, San Diego, CA) , Samuel Makepeace (Fort Moore, Georgia), 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 Katie Harrington or call the church office at 910.762.9693 to leave a message.

Birthday Celebrations | OCT 29 - NOV 5, 2024

October 29: Jackie Cooke
October 30: Steve Hein, Janet Renninger
October 31: Chris Collings, Bobby Greer, Lois Potratz
November 1: Trish Boyd, Eleanor Nordeen
November 2: Walker Gould, Wesley Landen, Sally Morrison
November 3: Alison Sineath
November 4: Samuel Mayes

View our most recent Session Reports.

September 2024 Session Report

August 2024 Session Report

June 2024 Session Report

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

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.