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KEY to TWASG
White writing above links you to appropriate section in TWASG. Green writing in articles indicates there is a hyperlink attached to these words; when you click on one, it links you to a person's email or a relevant website. Some photos in this newsletter are hyperlinked to lead you to websites that are appropriate to that section.
Deadlines: Please submit any SGPC news for TWASG no later than 5 PM on the Monday prior to the Wednesday publication date. Email to Julie Washburn. All info. is subject to approval.
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Thanks for Generosity
This past Sunday for Mother's Day our church collected a special offering for the Presbyterian Communities of South Carolina. As a result of your generosity, we will give $2,255 to this fund that assists residents who need financial assistance in order to remain in their community. With five communities serving more than 750 older adults, a small percentage run out of money and need the kind help of others. Thank you for your most generous gifts that will provide for the continued care of these individuals in need. This is truly an example of Galatians 6:2, "Carry each other's burdens and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ." ___________________
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 Men's Fish Fry: May 15 Saxe Gotha Men's Ministry invites all men to a Fish Fry on Thursday, May 15th from 6-8 PM at Pine Island* on Lake Murray (we'll be at the Big Pavilion, which is Shelter 09AB). Join us for food, fellowship and worship! Also, feel free to invite your male family members, friends, neighbors and coworkers to the event! The Fish Fry will have live music, an inspirational message, worship and plenty of time to fellowship with other men for His Glory.
Menu: Catfish, Flounder, Baked Beans, Slaw, Hush Puppies and Fries.
Cost: Donation of $7 per person is requested.
For more information or to volunteer to help, please contact Bill Seymour via email or phone (803.351.0830). Hope to see all of you men on May 15th for our fish fry! *DIRECTIONS from Lexington, SC: Go across the Lake Murray Dam & take a left on Hwy 6 toward Ballentine. Take a left onto River Road (by the Citgo Station). Stay on River Road until you see the sign for Pine Island on your left (almost at end of road). Turn left, enter the gates, and cross the causeway onto Pine Island. Our group will be in Shelter 09AB. ___________________
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Support Kenya Missions
Please know that as we prepare our mission team for the upcoming trip to Kenya in June, we still need the help of others to make the endeavor a successful one in reaching many in Christ's name. We welcome cash donations to assist the children's home that we most generously support. Any money given would help with food, clothing, and the education of the orphaned children who live at the Neema Children's Home. Over the next few weeks we are asking for donations for this purpose, but you can give to Kenya efforts anytime. Please make checks payable to SGPC with "Kenya" noted in the memo line. As we are finalizing plans for this year's mission trip to Kenya in June, please give what you are able to assist these mission endeavors and pray for Saxe Gotha missionaries to help many in need during this trip.
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Youth Pine Island Cookout
Our youth had a cookout last Wednesday night to celebrate the end of the school year and say farewell to high school director Jason Boggs. Here are a few photos from the event.
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 Migrant Ministry:
In the summer months we have the privilege of sharing the love of Christ each Tuesday evening with migrant workers from the farms in the Batesburg-Leesville area. The ministry this year begins on June 3rd and lasts through August 5th.
Each week volunteers meet at SGPC staff offices at 6:00 PM and usually return by 9:00 PM. While there, all will share a meal together, listen to a sermon (in Spanish) by Pastor Henry Alfaro, then group activities begin, such as arts/crafts and volleyball.
We have needs for volunteers to set up and assist with recreational activities, serve food, provide fellowship and clean up afterwards. It's a terrific summer ministry opportunity for individuals and families alike! To get involved, please contact Susan Herndon via email or phone (803.413.2973).
This is a wonderful way for families to serve others together! Join us to share Christ's love with migrant workers in need this summer! ___________________
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- Art Russell's parents
- Blakely Watts
- Debbie Brady's mother
- Emily Alford's sister-in-law
- Houston Jones' older brother
- John Fisher
- Julie Washburn's brother-in-law
- Keith Hall's sister
- Lauranne May's uncle
- Louise Viveros' sister-in-law
- Matt Weed
- Rene Horton's father
- Roger Brown
- Scott Smith's father
ONGOING PRAYER CONCERNS
- Amanda Liggett's mother
- Don Herrschaft
- Edwin Crawford
- Houston Jones' younger brother
- Jeff Buell's mother
- Katie Atkinson
- Kevin Eubanks
- Margie Scott
- Mary Staton
- Merritt Wham
- Pam Blackwell
- Patty Zeigler's mother
- Tim Kehoe's sister
- Wanda McCarthy
- Wyndy Teal
- Greg Dubose
- Jeffrey Spiegel
- John Grafton
IN NON-COMBAT ZONES
- Adam Gilmore - Air Force (CO)
- B. J. Manis (HI)
- Brian Bishop
- David Lundy - Marines (NC)
- Jessica Glatz - Army
- Justin Roberts - Marine (NC)
- Justin Smith - Air Force (Hawaii)
- Matthew C. Robinson (GA)
- Sean Spence - Coast Guard (OR)
- Steven Shealy (SC)
- Wyatt Hughes - Army (NC)
Christian Love & Sympathy is extended to Rhonda Force upon the death of her mother; and to Troy Simpson upon the death of his grandmother.
Please call the church office to make updates to our prayer list! To see a complete list of prayer request policies, please refer to our Prayer webpage. _______________
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 Birth Celebrations
Congratulations to proud grandparents Sheila and Walt Werner upon the birth of their grandson, Jude Morgan, who was born on May 6th to Joe and Jessie Werner.
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Message from Pastor Jim 
Dear Fellow Servants of Jesus Christ, This past Sunday we looked at Psalm 78, which outlines our responsibility to teach the next generation to follow the Lord. God commands us to tell our children what he has done so that they can in turn tell their children. In this way, our faith in the Lord is passed on from generation to generation. We at Saxe Gotha Presbyterian stand committed to this great work and ministry. This week we will have the privilege of celebrating what God is doing among our students as we celebrate Youth Sunday. Our students will lead us in worship and share from God's word at both traditional services. There will be no AWE service this week so that we may gather together and recognize our graduates at the 11 a.m. traditional service. Our youth always do a wonderful job with this service. You will not want to miss it! Please also remember that our Men's Fish Fry will take place this Thursday, May 15th from 6-8 P.M. We will meet on Pine Island for a wonderful time of fellowship, food and encouragement. Know that we'll be located under a covered shelter with canvas sides, so we'll be there rain or shine. This will be a great way to connect with other men in our congregation and community as we look at Jesus' call to be fishers of men. Donations to cover expenses will be accepted. God is moving us in terrific ways here at Saxe Gotha! Blessings! Pastor Jim |
Worship Arts 
Youth Sunday: May 18 Join us this Sunday as our talented youth lead us in worship at both the 8:30 and 11:00 AM services! Know that there will be no AWE service due to the technical needs during the other two services. We will also recognize our graduating high school and college seniors during the 11:00 AM service. All will be proud of how God is using our youth to lead others in worship and praise our Lord!  Lexington County Choral Society Concert LCCS will hold its spring concert, "Freedom's Heights," on Friday, May 16 and Saturday, May 17 at 7:30 PM here in the SGPC sanctuary. Guest artists are the 3 baritones. Tickets may be purchased in advance at the LCCS website or you can purchase tickets one hour before the concert at the door if tickets are still available. This will be a wonderful performance, so please share the concert details with others!
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Membership
 Church Mission What is God's Mission for a church? Blog writer Dana Allen touches upon this topic in his May 1st blog for ECO. He states "I do believe the best way to tell the mission of a church is by its behavior." Read the full article at ECO blog. Be sure to visit www.eco-pres.org to learn more about ECO: A Covenant Order of Evangelical Presbyterians.  F.I.S.H. Teams A reminder to find your team's assigned dates on the SGPC Calendar webpage! |
Congregational Care
Prayer Shawl Ministry Please know that the Prayer Shawl group will hold its final meeting for the school year on Monday, May 19th. The group normally meets the 1st and 3rd Mondays of the month in MB Room 144 from 10-11:30 AM. The group will resume meetings in September.  United Heroes Collection We are currently holding a drive to benefit our deployed service personnel in celebration of the July 4th holiday. Collection items needed are as follows:
>individual trail mix packets
>beef jerky >nuts >Chap Stick
>energy bars (no chocolate please)
>individual packets of powdered drinks (like Gatorade)
>moist disposable towelettes >money for postage
We will have RED collection bins located in the Narthex, Welcome Center, Light House Atrium and church office reception area. Bins will include envelopes for postage donations. Our collection dates are: May 25th, June 1st and 8th. We will hold a Packing Party on Tuesday, June 10th at 7 PM in the Light House, Rooms 145/146. Thank you in advance for supporting our military through your donations!  Christians in Career Transition Did you know that we offer free career counseling to anyone? This CICT group can help with writing a resume, improving interview skills and much more. The group meets every Monday (except holidays) from 9-11 AM in the SGPC Library. To learn more, visit the CICT webpage. Questions should be directed to Kathy Arrowsmith (803.238.6905), Jon Myers (803.727.0322) or Alysia Kehoe (408.8800).
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Adults
 Calling All Men of the Church! Please take a moment to complete a Men's Ministry Church Survey (naturally for men only). It's only nine total questions, so will take only a few minutes to complete it. From there our leaders will compile the results and determine future plans for the men's ministry. Thanks in advance for taking the time to complete it!
Men's Fish Fry All men are invited to a Fish Fry on May 15th. Get the details in the Fish Fry article.  Quilts of Valor Attention all veterans! The Threads of Time Quilt Guild that operates out of SGPC is making Quilts of Valor quilts and donating them. Any veteran who served during any war can register to receive a quilt - please just visit the Quilts of Valor website and select the option from the left menu. The Quilts of Valor are a small token of appreciation for each military member's sacrifice and service to our country. Also know that the Threads of Time Quilt Guild welcomes new members. Get the details about when the group meetings on the SGPC website. You can also contact Cricket Katsos for more information. Know the group has also made quilts for children removed from their homes (DSS) and women and children forced to leave their homes for their own safety (Sistercare). To learn more about adult ministries, please visit the Adult Ministries webpage.
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Senior Ministries
 Senior Summer Suppers & Speakers This Classics program begins Wednesday, June 4th and continues through August. We'll meet each Wednesday evening from 5:30 - 7:15 PM in MB, Room 151 (next to the kitchen). It's BYOS, meaning seniors should plan to bring their own suppers. The dinner and fellowship will be followed by programs from a variety of speakers that we hope will be of interest to everyone. Programs should end by 7:15 PM. The first two programs are as follows: - June 4 - Mayor Steve MacDougal will talk about the Town of Lexington.
- June 11 - Jon Myers presentation on a trip he and Judy took to Cambodia and Vietnam.
See the Seniors webpage for more details. We hope all seniors will make plans to join us for good fellowship and programming!
 Senior Adult Luncheon: May 15th A reminder for those who signed up that the Seniors Adult Luncheon is Thursday, May 15th at 12 Noon in the SGPC Light House. Our entertainment will be the return performance of sax player, "Reedman" Bob Michalski. Our event will be catered by Vegetable Medley.
 Senior Classics Activity: May 16th A reminder for those who signed up that our dinner and concert is this Friday. The dinner is at 6 PM in SGPC Room 151 (across from the gym) and we'll attend the LCCS "Freedom Heights" concert afterwards in the sanctuary. The cost of the dinner is $8 per person (payable by check only to SGPC.) The LCCS concert will be at 7:30 PM in the church sanctuary. Cost of the concert is $15 (payable by check only to LCCS.). Please know that these payments require two separate checks and need to be paid at the dinner. We look forward to seeing everyone Friday!
Be sure to visit the Seniors webpage for all of the details on Senior Ministries.
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Children's Ministries
Sunday AM: Sunday School 9:45-10:30 AM (click SPLASH logo for locations)
 May 18: Children's Ministry Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast Join us on Sunday, May 18th from 8:30 - 9:45 AM in the MB 151 (beside the kitchen). If you are a volunteer in our children's ministry we want to thank you with a delicious breakfast! This is for anyone who may work in our preschool and elementary ministries from Sunday School, Splash Dock, Veggie Tales, Sunday Night Live and any other area that supports our children. Please plan to come and bring your family for a treat!
 VBS 2014 Agency D3: Discover, Decide, Defend. Be sure to save the dates - June 23-27 for a great week of Vacation Bible School! Also, VBS Registration for children and Volunteer Registration forms are both on the SGPC website under the children's tab. Please take few minutes and check it out! VBS needs YOU!
 VBS Items Needed Please help us prepare for VBS by bringing in any of the items listed below that are needed for craft and snack projects:
>Rice Chex (generic is OK) >Original Goldfish
>Large bags plain M&Ms >Mini pretzels
>Fruit Roll Ups (individually wrapped)
>Blue Jello cups >Swedish fish
>Vanilla pudding cups >Snack size box of raisins, >Gatorade/sports drink bottles (20oz. clean & dry) >White Rice >7/8 inch ribbon
>Old plates to be broken for mosaics
You can also print of copy of the VBS Needs List to take with you while shopping. Please drop off donated items in the blue SGPC MIssion Bins at the church or leave in the church office during weekday business hours. Thanks in advance for your help!
 Quick Tip of the Week Parents it is that time of year again! It's time to get your kids enrolled in summer activities and camps! Be sure to check out the SGPC Children's Ministry webpage and the SGPC Summer Camps webpage for all that our church will offer. There is a lot happening at our church, so check it out and sign up your children today!
 Elementary Parents Our Sunday, May 18th lesson is about "The Parable of the Sower." Know that our lessons for each Sunday are always available at the This I Know link so that you can help prepare your children for what they will learn on Sunday. To get more information about our children's ministries, please click SPLASH link above!
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Middle School Youth 
Sunday AM: Sunday School 9:45-10:30 AM
6th Graders LH Rm. 147
7th-8th Graders LH Rm. 144
Wednesday PM: 6:15-7:30 PM in Light House Sundays PM: 6-7 PM for Service or Singing See CONNECT Calendar for dates/details. Follow us on Twitter @sgpcconnect!
Youth Wednesday: May 14th No Youth Wednesday programming due to Youth Sunday Rehearsal this night. But make plans to join us next week for regular Youth Wednesdays from 6:15-7:30 PM in the Light House.
 Youth Sunday Rehearsals For all youth who are involved with Youth Sunday, please see schedule below:
> Wed., May 14 - Youth Sunday Rehearsal in Sanctuary 6:15-7:30 PM > Sun., May 18 - 8:00 AM Sound Check/Run through in Sanctuary; 8:30 & 11 AM - Youth will run traditional services in sanctuary
Sunday Service: May 18 Our group meets each Sunday evening during the school year from 5-6 PM in the CONNECT room in the Light House. The team focuses on various ways to serve others through Christ. We have one final Sunday to meet and celebrate all we have done in service!
> May 18th - End of Year Party for service team
 Middle C (Middle School Singers) Rehearsal Schedule is as follows:
> Wed., May 14 - Youth Sunday Rehearsal in Sanctuary 6:15-7:30 PM
> Sun., May 18 - 8 AM Sound Check/Run through in Sanctuary; 8:30 & 11 AM - Sing "Today is the Day" with SOUL & Youth Band for Closing Song; 5:00-5:30 PM - Rehearse; 5:30-6:00 Party - Sarah will bring brownies! Kids can bring other stuff. (Email sign up will be sent.)
> Sun., May 25 - Memorial Day weekend - no rehearsal
> Sun., June 1 - 9:45 AM - Rehearsal with band in LH; 11 AM - Sing for AWE service
Questions should be directed to Sarah Rich.
SPECIAL EVENTS:
May 18: Youth Sunday for traditional services
July 7-11: CONNECT Summer Mission Trip to Milligan, TN with CIY engage
Get the full scoop on SGPC CONNECT webpage!
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Sunday AM: Bible Study from 9:45-10:30 AM, Light House (9th & 10th Rm. 141 - 11th & 12th Rm. 142)
Wednesday PM: 6:15-7:30 PM in Light House
Sunday PM: SOUL 6-7 PM & Mellow Sundays 7-8 PM
Small Groups: Meet various days/times/places.*
*See CONVERGE webpage for details.
 Youth Wednesday Night: May 14th No Youth Wednesday programming due to Youth Sunday Rehearsal this night. But make plans to join us next week for regular Youth Wednesdays from 6:15-7:30 PM in the Light House. Youth Sunday Rehearsals For all youth who are involved with Youth Sunday, please see schedule below: > Wed., May 14 - Youth Sunday Rehearsal in Sanctuary 6:15-7:30 PM > Sun., May 18 - 8 AM Sound Check/Run through in Sanctuary; 8:30 & 11 AM - Youth will run traditional services in sanctuary
 SOUL (High School Vocal Ensemble) Rehearsals are normally held on Sundays from 6-7 PM in the Music Suite. All high school students are welcome! Also, SOUL will again attend SonPower this summer in Orlando. Dates are June 23-27, 2014. This is a week of worship, singing and serving others. Please contact Hal McIntosh (359.7770, ext. 13) with questions or to get registration information.
PLANNING AHEAD: Special Events
May 18: Youth Sunday
See CONVERGE webpage to learn more and see complete calendar of events!
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Missions: Give God Joy Through Service
 Volunteer for Respite Care! On May 17th please plan to serve with this wonderful ministry that provides on-site care, love and support for special needs families and their guests every third Saturday of the month. The effort lasts from 4:30 until 7:30 PM. Volunteers meet in the SGPC CDC/preschool area. If you are able to help, please contact Genny Aldinger via email or phone (803.629.5212) no later than the Wednesday prior to Respite Care. This will allow Genny time to make sure that the program has adequate volunteer coverage. Hope you can help with this wonderful ministry!
Migrant Ministry This summer ministry starts soon, so be sure to read the MM article above that details this amazing opportunity to serve others! It's a wonderful way for families to serve together!
 Donate Items for Kenya Mission Efforts We are currently collecting items in preparation for the trip to Kisumu, Kenya. We need soccer jerseys and light weight athletic tops that are new or in good condition to take and donate to the children and adults in Kisumu, Kenya. We also need tooth brushes, (individually wrapped or in packets). Please drop off any such items in the blue SGPC mission bins that are located around our church campus. We will also take up a special collection for Kenya mission efforts over the next few weeks. (Write "Kenya" in memo line of checks.) To find out other ways to help, please be sure to visit the Kenya missions page and select the gift catalog. Thank you in advance for helping the people of Kenya!
Check out our SGPC missions page to learn where you can get plugged in to help in 2013!
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Recreation/Health 
Summer Camps Are Here! Please be sure to check out all of the cool summer camps that we'll offer to kids this summer! All details are listed on the SGPC Summer Camp webpage. Register now before the camps fill up!
- Art Camp - June 16 - 20
- Sports & Games Camp - June 16 - 19
- Basketball Camp - July 7 - 10 or July 21 - 24
- Soccer Camp - July 14 - 17
Registration forms are available for you to pick up at the church office or you can get one on our SGPC Recreation/Health Ministry webpage.
Know that we'll also host two different Tech-Know Time LEGO Robotics Camps and three different Kelly's Gymnastics Camps here, too. Get dates and details of these camps on our SGPC Summer Camp page, too! It plans to be a terrific summer for kids attending camps here at Saxe Gotha Presbyterian!
 This Week's Featured Camp: Visual Arts Camps SGPC will again offer two art camps to kids this summer during the week of June 16-20, 2014. The early childhood art camp is for boys and girls ages 4-6 years and will run from 9:30-11 AM. The Elementary Art Camp is for children ages 7-11 years and will run from 12:30-3:45 PM. Both incorporate developmentally appropriate visual arts learning projects and are taught by veteran teachers. Sign up soon as these camps usually fill up quickly! More details and registration forms can be found at the SGPC Summer Camp webpage.
New Aerobics Class We now have an Aerobics Barre Class on Saturday morning from 9:15-10:15 AM in the Fellowship Hall. Barre is a combination of ballet barre, Pilates and cardio; it incorporates lots of lunges, squats, and even some weight work, so it's great for the lower body and core. No experience is necessary as it's taught on a beginner level. The fee is $4 per class or $25 a month, which includes all other classes on our SGPC Aerobics Schedule. Contact Vicki Beatty (260.5817) for more information.
Men's Basketball Open League All men 18 years and older are welcome to play in our summer basketball league. Registration is open until May 23rd. Cost is $40 per player. Once you sign up you will be contacted by your team captain on or by May 30th. Play begins June 3rd and ends on August 13th. Get registration form at SGPC Rec/Health webpage.
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