July 15, 2016
Sunday, July 17
Worship 8:30 & 11:00am

Reverend Cameron Smith , Pastor  
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Ken Abernethy, liturgist 
Scripture references: John 15:1-11, Colossians 1:15-28 
 

Inquirers' Class continues in the Library during Sunday School.
Preschool & Elementary Families are invited to go to the Riverdogs Baseball Game for family day at 4pm - see Duncan for details!

Click Here to see Sunday's full bulletin (including insert)
Click Here to see just the insert with weekly calendar & announcements
Click Here to see our July Calendar
Click Here to see our Youth Calendar

Youth Choir Concert 
Tonight, 6pm 
JIPC Sanctuary 

Youth Choirs from First United Methodist Church of Montgomery, Alabama and First Presbyterian, Charlotte, will present a concert here on Friday, July 15, at 6:00pm. The FPC choir is led by Will Young, who many will recognize from his years as service organist and seminar leader at the Montreat Concert on Worship & Music.

Inquirers' Class continues this Sunday, July 17

Our Inquirers' Class is for those who've been visiting our church and are interested in becoming a member or just learning more about us. It runs for 4 Sundays, during our Sunday School time, beginning at 10am. You'll meet our staff, learn our history and what we believe, and hear about the many opportunities for ministry here at JIPC. Those wishing to join as members may do so on Sunday, July 31 (the fourth Sunday). If you'd like to participate, or just want more information, please contact our church office by calling 843-795-3111 or clicking here
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If you had to miss last week's class, feel free to check in and talk with the staff & elders to see if a makeup can be arranged. 

REMINDER: EARLY REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS TODAY, JULY 15

STEPS 2016
Mt. Pleasant Presbyterian Church
August 27

STEPS is an annual leadership event held by Charleston Atlantic Presbytery for church members, elders, deacons, Sunday school teachers, youth advisors, clerks of session, musicians, pastors, and Christian educators.  The day includes worship, three workshop sessions, lunch, a bookstore, and great fellowship!  The workshop offerings are diverse - there really is something for everyone! EARLY REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS JULY 15.

General Assembly Recap

You may have seen that the PC(USA) General Assembly met in June for its biannual meeting and that JIPC Clerk of Session was one of the delegates. Click here to read an overview of this year's General Assembly. There will also be a workshop on the GA at the STEPS conference in August.

General Assembly Recap
New Wednesday Women's Bible Study began July 13

All women are invited to join us for this seven week study on the letter to the Hebrews by Lisa Harper on Wednesday nights at 6 p.m. The Book of Hebrews is a rich, dense section of Scripture that can intimidate the most scholarly biblical student, but Lisa Harper makes digging into Hebrews fun and doable, as only she can, without losing an ounce of depth. Contact Teressa Gamble or the church office for more information.

Note:
If you were unable to attend the first week, it's not too late. Contact us or just show up on Wednesday. All women are welcome! 
Youth in July (with hints of August)


18 & 24, Aug 1: Camp Sonshine, 9:30-noon
15: Big Youth Friday night! Dinner before the Abundant Goodness Concert, twilight rope climb after.  
17: Preschool and Elementary Riverdogs Game, 4:00 pm
23: Flag Football, 10:00-noon
31: Big Youth Sunday: Paintball, noon-3:00 pm

Contact Duncan Meadows here to sign up or get more information.
  

Camp Sonshine!
Mondays through August 1, 9:30-12:00pm. All elementary school children are invited to join us in the gym for a great time learning about God, playing games, and making fun crafts & snacks.  Moms are welcome to join our Ladies' Bible Study while the kids are playing. The Bible Study meets at 10:30 in the choir room.  Nursery is provided for preschoolers & infants.


5th ANNUAL JOY EVENT
Saturday, September 17 

SAVE THE DATE!
Ladies, mark your calendars!  The James Island Presbyterian Church's Fifth Annual JOY Event will be Saturday, September 17, 2016.  We can't wait to see you there!


It's Here!
JIPC PICTORIAL DIRECTORY UPDATED

We hope you received your email with a link to the updated directory.  If you did not, please contact the church office.   
Did you know that we have a secure online pictorial directory for members of JIPC? Did you know that there's an app so that you can  view it all on your smart phone or tablet? We do, and it is a great resource to help us stay connected as a church body. Please follow these easy steps to help us out:
  1. Visit the directory by installing the "Instant Church Directory" app on your smart phone or tablet or by visiting www.instantchurchdirectory.com. Use the email that the church has on file for you to log in. You will be issued a password to gain access.
  2. Check to be sure that your contact information is correct and that you have a photo on file.
  3. Email [email protected] with any changes or with a new photo.While they won't be in the print directory we just distributed, they'll be in the online directory.
  4. If you do not have access to a computer, contact the church office so that we can check your information and mail you a printed copy of the directory.
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