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What are you doing for Operation Inasmuch? Please use the Conversations blog and share your ideas/plans with other congregations!

 

The SC Synod's new Web site includes a place for sharing ideas, feedback  and interaction. Please participate in this online "bulletin board" and share some basics about what your congregation is doing for Operation Inasmuch this year; it's a great way to share ideas with each other across the synod. 
 

Please click on www.sclutheran.org or www.scsynod.com and click the green "Conversations" tab to get started. Thanks!

 
ELCA offers worship resources in response to Boston Marathon bombings

 

CHICAGO (ELCA) -- The Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) has made available prayer and worship resources in response to the April 15 explosions during the Boston Marathon. The resources are at http://www.ELCA.org/Growing-In-Faith/Worship.aspx.

 

The Rev. Mark S. Hanson, ELCA presiding bishop, offered the following prayer:

 

"Oh God, in Jesus' name we renounce the forces of evil and the disruptive power of violence. With all those who suffer, we cry out for mercy and healing, by your spirit join us together into one community of compassion and courage. Do not let fear hold us captive. Give us faith to trust your promise that nothing in all creation will separate us from your love in Christ Jesus. For all who care for the wounded, we give thanks and pray that you will give them strength. For all who mourn, give the comfort of your peace. In the name of the risen Christ we pray, amen."

 

The ELCA New England Synod, based in Worcester, Mass., is a member of the Massachusetts Council of Churches, which offered a statement in response to the bombing in Boston. The statement is available at http://masscouncilofchurches.wordpress.com/.

 

 

 
Sunday, April 21: Annual SC Bach Choir Concert at Southern Seminary

 

An ancient Easter sequence as reworked by Martin Luther forms the basis for Johann Sebastian Bach's Easter Cantata "Christ Lay in Death's Strong Bonds." The South Carolina Bach Choir will present this cantata along with his brief Ascension Oratorio "Praise God in His Dominions" at its annual concert at 4 pm Sunday, April 21, 2013, in Christ Chapel on the campus of the Lutheran Theological Southern Seminary, 4201 North Main Street in Columbia.  The choir, with professional soloists and instrumental ensemble, will perform under the direction of James H. Johnson.

 

The concert is free to the public, but contributions in its support are invited.  Parking will be available in lots off Wildwood Avenue on either side of the chapel.

 

 For additional information call (803) 791-4306 or see our website: scbachchoir.weebly.com.

 
Sunday, April 28: Classical guitar concert at Mt. Tabor, West Columbia

Marina Alexandra, award-winning classical guitarist, will perform a concert at Mt. Tabor Lutheran Church, 1000 B Avenue, West Columbia on Sunday, April 28 at 7 p.m. 

 

The concert is free for all.  For more information about the artist, visit her website: http://www.marinaalexandra.com

 
Sunday, May 5: Ebenezer, Columbia presents Simple Gifts: An Evening of American Music 

music Patrons/Friends of the Arts at Ebenezer presents "Simple Gifts," an evening showcasing two pillars of American music.

 

Aaron Copland's Appalachian Spring, Ballet for Martha, will be performed live and danced by Ann Brodie's Carolina Ballet.

 

The other great work is Samuel Barber's profound setting of James Agee's prose poem, "Knoxville: Summer of 1915" for soprano and orchestra. Celebrity host Bill Schlitt will tie the entire evening together.

 

This event is free and open to the public; join us at 6:00 pm, Sunday, May 5 in the Parish Hall of Ebenezer Lutheran Church, downtown Columbia. 

 

Malaria Campaign resources for your congregation

 

World Malaria Day is coming up on April 25. You and your congregation are invited to join ELCA members across the church in observing this day through the ELCA Malaria Campaign on Sunday, April 28.

 

Your congregation can use special litanies, prayers, bulletin inserts, and a video during that week to draw attention to the malaria crisis and what our church is doing to make a difference.

 

Find great ELCA resources here.

 

 
Lutheridge + Lutherock + Luther Springs - Summer Camp

Space is still available for summer camp!

 

Don't miss out on a fantastic summer at Lutheridge, Lutherock, or Luther Springs! Staff have been hired and are excited to meet your camper. You can also still sign up for our payment plans.

 

Scholarships are still available for those requiring financial assistance. Through the generosity of donors, we are able to provide the faith-camp experience to many. We do not want a camper to miss out because of finances.

 

Visit our website at www.novusway.com to learn more about program opportunities available for youth of all ages. We look forward to seeing you soon!

 

We're getting down to the wire for the Health Assessment. If you qualify, please participate before April 30. Thanks so much!

 
 Chuckle for today

 

The nervous taxpayer was unhappily conversing with the IRS auditor who had come to review her records.

 

At one point the auditor exclaimed, "We feel it is a great privilege to be allowed to live and work in the USA. As a citizen you have an obligation to pay taxes, and we expect you to eagerly pay them with a smile."

 

With a gasp, she replied, "What a relief! -- I thought you were going to want cash."

 

 
 
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