A very happy (almost) Thanksgiving to you all! If you are in town tomorrow for the holiday, I certainly hope that you will join us for our annual Thanksgiving Pancake Breakfast. Started in 1972, this wonderful tradition is led by men of the church who rise early each Thanksgiving morning to cook a hearty breakfast of pancakes, eggs, grits, bacon, and other fixings that is free for all to enjoy. Breakfast will be served from 7:30-9:30AM. Bring yourself, your family, your neighbors, and anyone else you run into along the way – all are welcome!
Once we are fully recovered from all the eating and time with family and friends, I invite you to bring yourself back to church this Sunday as mark the beginning of the Advent season. There are a number of things happening this week including the start of a new Advent sermon series focusing on the stories of John the Baptist, two new Sunday school offerings, and an opportunity following worship to learn more about the local faith community’s response to the events surrounding Ahmaud Arbery’s death. You can find information about all those happenings below.
There are lots of other things coming up in the life of our church and our community as we enter this busy upcoming season. We are especially excited to welcome another group of new members two weeks from now on Sunday, December 5. Please drop me a note or give me a call if you are interested in joining on that Sunday and/or have questions becoming more involved in the life of St. Simons Presbyterian.
Know that you and your family are in my prayers this Thanksgiving. Let us all also continue to hold our community in prayer as we await a verdict in the Arbery case. Blessings and hope to see you at church this Sunday. Casual is fine.
Peace,
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Pancake Breakfast
Thanksgiving Day from 7:30-9:30A
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All are invited to join us as we trolley around St. Simons to spread Christmas cheer and deliver a warm treat to members & friends of our congregation! We will meet on the front steps at 4:30 and will return by 6:30 PM.We hope you can join us as we share the joy of Christmas with our neighbors and friends! |
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Sunday Worship
November 21, 2021
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Advent Sunday School
Starting This Sunday, November 28
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Advent begins with Hope. It’s the thing that is with us in the human condition if only we choose to see it. After all, God sent hope in the form of Jesus Christ. The song that the choir is singing this Sunday is “Hope Lingers On” by Lissa Schneckenburger and arranged by Andrea Ramsey. The poem calls the names - mother, father, sister, brother, love, and country - as the subjects of love, peace, equality, tolerance, honor, and justice are sung about being gone. The chorus resounds with “I will not hate, and I will not fear, in our darkest hour, hope lingers here….” Have hope. We really need it right now.
Advent Hymns for Sunday: 93 Lift Up Your Heads, Ye Mighty Gates and 104 O Lord, How Shall I Meet You (This hymn is the same tune as All Glory, Laud, and Honor, a hymn we use typically on Palm Sunday)
Plan to attend the only performance of Handel’s Messiah on December 4 at 3:00 pm. It will be here for the first time in our sanctuary. Preparations have been underway for a few months when we decided we could actually do it safely. A love offering will be taken to cover expenses of this event and future performances. Checks may be written to The Mozart Society and marked “Messiah”.
Much gratitude for all musicians who blessed and inspired the congregation last week for the 10:30 service! Have gratitude.
Love, Hope, and Gratitude,
Rhonda
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As we mark our 75th church anniversary, our stewardship focus for 2022 is an invitation to join us in looking ahead and wondering how our generosity now might serve to grow the impact of our church even more in the next seventy-five years. How might God use our giving in this season to feed the hungry, care for the sick, and equip disciples for this next season the life of our church? The financial commitment of our members and friends is critical for making that work possible. No matter how much or how little you are able to give, a pledge in any amount helps us to plan more responsibly for the future mission and ministry of the church. Thank you to everyone who has already submitted a pledge. If you have not yet made a pledge yet, it is not too late! Click the link below to learn more about the 2022 mission budget and make a pledge online. |
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Sunday, November 28
First Sunday in Advent
8:30 am Early Worship - Sanctuary
9:30 am Sunday School - Various Locations
10:30 am Traditional Worship - Sanctuary
11:30 am Arbery Informational Gathering - Social Hall
5:00 pm Youth Gathering - Youth Suite
Monday, November 29
10:00 am Chancel Ensemble - Location Varies
6:30 pm Al-Anon Meeting - John Law
7:00 pm Messiah Rehearsal - Sanctuary
Tuesday, November 30
7:00 am Youth Breakfast Devotion - Chick-fil-A
9:30 am Staff Meeting - Upper Room
Wednesday, December 1
11:30 am PW Ladies Luncheon - Social Hall
1:30 pm Hands and Heart Quilting Ministry - Music Attic
6:30 pm Chancel Ringers - Sanctuary
7:30 pm Chancel Choir - Sanctuary
Thursday, December 2
10:00 am Ladies Bible Study - Upper Room
5:00 pm TSN Dinner with Friends & Jekyl Lights Tour - Driftwood Bistro
Friday, December 3
No Activities Planned for This Day
Saturday, December 4
3:00 pm Messiah Performance - Sanctuary
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The year is coming to a close. BRIDGE Mission just successfully completed its 8th trip to Cumberland Island this calendar year, and our hearts are filled with gratitude. Our final group of 27 SSPC’ers braved ominous winter clouds, cool temperatures and gustful winds as we walked in awe under beautiful 300 year old oak trees and dodged wild horses. I am thankful for each and every one of you who have played a role in the BRIDGE Mission Program this year and am especially thankful for those who have ventured into the wilderness to experience the program first hand. Next year we will have several new opportunities to be adventurous in God’s coastal creation, and I hope you will join us in our future endeavours!
Blessings of peace and health to you and your family this season,
Madelynne
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A weekly thank you for all the people and ministries of St. Simons Presbyterian Church. Lovingly created by
Rev. Kate Buckley.
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Meal Delivery
One way to offer our Christian love and care is by providing a warm meal to our family and friends in Christ during their time of need.
Members of our congregation who could use a meal this week include: Ron Shafer
If you or someone you know could use some help with meals, don't hesitate to reach out! We're here for you.
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[912-638-2220] [ada@sspres.org] [sspres.org] |
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