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Willington Presbyterian Church Member Designs Habitat Garden |
 Willington, SC now has a beautiful new gazebo surrounded by a Carolina Fence Garden. And Mike Dorn, Clerk of Session of Willington Presbyterian Church can take credit for the garden's design and implementation! In the picture above, you can see Willington Presbyterian in the background. The gazebo and garden sit right beside the highway that goes through the town. This proximity to so much pavement posed some planting hurdles. But Mike, inspired by his Environmental Science class that he was taking at Limestone University, used his knowledge to overcome the less-than-perfect conditions.
The garden qualifies not only as a Carolina Fence Garden - one that incorporates a fence, blue granite (the state stone), Yellow Jessamine (state flower), a birdhouse for Carolina Wrens, and flowers to attract our state butterfly, the Tiger Swallowtail - but also it is a certified wildlife habitat, providing the necessary shelter, food, water and a place to raise young. The gazebo and garden were dedicated during a ceremony recently by Rev. Sara Covin Juengst. And as you can see, not only will the town benefit, but the bees are truly enjoying the sunflowers that this beautiful spot provides. Well done Mike! |
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Need to Get Away? |
Has this summer flown by without a break from the usual routine? Looking to enjoy some cooler weather, maybe even extraordinary Fall foliage? The South Carolina Home at Montreat has some accommodations still available through this year. Click here to see when you can plan a much-needed hiatus. Come to YOUR home in the beautiful mountains of Montreat! |
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Church Communication Conference |
 You are invited to the South Carolina Church Communication Conference, Thursday, Oct. 2, 2008 from 9 a.m. to noon at The Church of The Harvest, Highway 378, Lexington, SC 29072. This event is sponsored by the Carolina Chapter of the National Association of Church Business Administration (NACBA). Registration is $40/person and includes lunch. A four-person ticket, from the same church, is $135. Scott Vaughan of Scott Vaughan Communications is going to speak on the topic, "Ten Strategies To Improve Your Church's Connection With People." Here are a few of the take-aways:
> Why your church logo is important, and why people expect to see one. Learn how to have one on a budget.
> How to create a website strategy, including what people want to see on your church website.
> How your ministry organizers affect attendance even before promotion begins.
> What's emerging in communication, especially through on-line networking and text-messaging.
> Why the tried-and-true newsletter remains relevant.
> How to improve communication among staff.
In addition, Scott will offer a few 'learning stations,' providing an opportunity for you to network with communication professionals in a casual Q&A format. Click here to download the brochure and registration form. This is an excellent opportunity for those churches who do not have a website or for those looking to improve an existing one. Other types of communication will be discussed. Plan now to attend and learn how your church can be a beacon to those looking for a place to experience the love of Christ in a community of fellowship and mission. |
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September 5-6- Spiritual Strategic Journey Learning Experience, Westminster-Columbia
September 27- "Faith & Families", Saxe Gotha Presbyterian Church, Lexington
September 28 - October 4- Presbytery-wide Mission Trip to Pearlington, Mississippi
October 6-8 - Over 50 Adult Retreat, Camp Fellowship
October 12 - Stated Meeting of Trinity Presbytery, Fairview PC, N. Augusta
November 7-9 - Lay School of Theology, White Oak Conference Center
November 7-9 - Middle School Retreat, Lookout Lodge, Black Mountain, NC
November 10-12- Ministers' and Educators' Retreat, White Oak Conference Center
February 15 - Stated Meeting of Trinity Presbytery, Westminster, Columbia
May 29-30 - Convocation of the 5 Presbyteries of SC (& Stated Meeting of Trinity Presbytery), Presbyterian College |
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New Kirk:
New Kirk would like to invite other members of our presbytery to a Montreat Sunday worship service at New Kirk on Sunday, August 24th at 10:30 AM. The 6 youth and 4 adults who attended New Kirk's first ever trip to Montreat Youth Conference will be leading a Montreat-style worship service during our normal Sunday service. The service will include energizers, 2008 youth conference music, a bit of dancing in the aisles during the offering, and even one of the conference banners that NKP purchased for our future building. Rev. Scott Bowerman will continue to preach from his current sermon series, and the service will be based around the theme "Throw Open the Doors" with a lesson about "Our Work and God's Work." New Kirk meets at Sandlapper Elementary School on Sundays at 10:30 AM. Join us for coffee, snacks and fellowship at 10:00. Sandlapper Elementary School is at 1001 Longtown Road, Columbia, SC 29229. For more information about New Kirk, please visit: www.newkirkpres.com.
Mission Yearbooks LAST CHANCE:
Going, going, GONE! If your church has not placed your order for the 2009 Mission Yearbooks, you have until Wednesday, August 20th! The books will cost $5 each which includes shipping from the distribution center to the presbytery office. If the books need to be shipped on to your church, that will be an additional charge. Click here to download the order form. Payment must be included with your order!
Position Available:
Trinity Presbyterian Church is actively seeking a part-time Organist/Choir Director. They are seeking an experienced individual who brings not only a love for the classical, but can offer a variety of musical experiences to enhance their worship services. Their choir consists of approximately 15-20 members. Worship services are Sunday at 11:00. The Director's responsibilities include weekly adult choir rehearsals, the children's choir, and any additional seasonal services. They are prepared to offer a comprehensive compensation package commensurate with experience. If excited about this opportunity, please forward resumes to Attn: Stacy Lanham, Trinity Presbyterian Church, 1000 Greenlawn Drive, Columbia, SC 29209 or e-mail to tpcongreenlawn@bellsouth.net with the subject line to read: Organist /Choir Director resume.
PW Spiritual Retreat Cancelled:
The Presbyterian Women's Spiritual Retreat that was to held September 12-13, 2008 at White Oak Conference Center has been cancelled. There was not enough interest to go forward with the event.
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Can you sew simple valences and curtains? Do you have a heart for helping others? Then the presbytery-wide mission team to Pearlington, Mississippi needs you! During mission trips walls get painted, porches reconstructed, flooring laid - but often the "finishing touches" such as curtains and valences are left undone. As we all know, such simple additions can make a house feel like a "home". There are many of us that are not able to lift heavy things, climb ladders or stoop and bend. So here's a chance for those creative (but physically challenged) folks to make a difference in a family's life! If you can help in this way, please call Tommy Stallings, mission team coordinator, in Columbia at 803-331-8062 or email him:tommystallings@hotmail.com.
The trip will be from September 28 - October 4, 2008. Remember that scholarships are available through the presbytery office!
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