St. Andrew’s Update -November 8, 2023 – A Church Responds

A Church Responds…

Last Saturday our pastor was called away on a family emergency. We all hold her in our prayers, and we express to her and to her family compassion as they move forward. But… this note is not just about a grieving pastor; it’s about a wonderful congregation that steps forward in times of need. Obviously, with very short notice last Sunday’s activities needed to be attended to at the last minute. Accommodations were made, volunteer participants were arranged, and the worship service and celebration of saints were successfully conducted as our pastor had planned earlier in the week. This coming Sunday also holds some challenges, but we are a responsive and reliable congregation. Some weeks ago, we recognized that a “last minute” worship service might be need; so we developed one in reserve. That reserve will play out on Sunday thanks to support and flexibility of congregants and office staff. I think you’ll be pleased!

St. Andrew’s is a caring and responsive congregation. Thanks to all who support our “make it happen” efforts.

Blessings,
Scott Eschbach

November 12

In Worship This Week

“Come to me all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.”

• Sermon title: “Labor, Creativity, and Renewal”
• Scriptures: Genesis 1:26-31, 2:1-3, Romans 12:1-2
• Hymns: “Morning Has Broken,” “Now Thank We All Our God,” Come, Labort On,” and “Lord, Dismiss Us With Your Blessing.”

Stewardship 2024

Planting Seeds for a Fruitful Future

Stewardship Sunday is November 19th. We are beginning an exciting process here at St. Andrew’s and you are invited to be a part of it! Starting this Sunday we will hear more about what is coming in 2024 and why so many of us are looking forward to the future.

As you hear more about the future of St. Andrew’s the Stewardship Committee invites you to consider how you would like to participate through your time, talents, and treasures. Every person makes a difference!

Sunday, Nov. 12th, 11am in the Window Room

Adult Education

Please join us for the first of four talks on Henri Nouwen’s “A Spirituality of Stewardship.”

Sunday will look at fundraising as ministry.

In concert with our Stewardship committee, we will participate in Nouwen’s unique vision of fundraising during November. 11:00 in the Window Room after Coffee Hour.

Applications Now Open!

Scholarship Opportunity

Did you know that through the grace and generosity of the Naegle family, St. Andrews Presbyterian Church is able to offer scholarships for graduate and undergraduate students who meet the eligibility requirements? If you are a member of our congregation, you can apply at scholarship.org/apply/. Applications are open now and close on January 31, 2024.

Sunday, November 19th, 2023

CYMT Pie Sale

The Children & Youth Ministry Team (CYMT) will be offering pies for sale on November 19 after church, the Sunday before Thanksgiving. Some examples of things CYMT uses funds for are cards and gift cards to stay in contact with our college age students, birthday cards for all of our youth, to fund graduation gifts for high school seniors, and to purchase Sunday school supplies and snacks when needed. If you like to bake, we need your help too and will have a sign-up sheet for volunteer bakers on November 5.

Christmas Card Donations

Christmas Card Donation

Do you have old, unused Christmas Cards?

Donate them!

Saturday, Nov. 18th, 2023 9am-12pm

Fall Clean Up Day!

The Buildings and Grounds Committee is hosting a Fall Clean Up Day here on the Church Grounds from 9am-12pm with FREE LUNCH included!  The office has flyers as well as a sign up sheet on the  cork board in the office.

Please sign up as soon as possible so we know how much food to provide and hope to see you all there!

Saturday, Dec. 3rd, 2023 2-4pm

PW Christmas Tea

Presbyterian Women’s Christmas Tea.

Sunday, December 3rd in Morgan Hall 2-4pm.

Sign Up begins November 5th.

Sign up to host a table or come as a guest!

Calendar of Events

Happening This Week

11/9 (Thurs) – Eve Circle 10:00am (VOS); Parkinson’s 2-3:00pm (MH)

11/10 (Fri) -Coastal Quilt 8-4:00pm (MH) (WR); Llamada Final 6:30pm (MH)

11/11 (Sat) –  Book Club 10:00am (LIB); Llamada Final 6:30pm (MH)

11/12 (Sun) – Worship 9:30am (S); Coffee Hour 10:30am (MH); Deacon’s Meeting 10:30am (VOS); Adult Education 11:00am (WR)

11/13 (Mon) – Running Stitches 9:30-12:30pm (WR); AA Grateful Group 8:00pm (YL)

11/14 (Tues) – Naomi Circle 9:15am (LIB); Parkinson’s 1-2:30 pm (MH)

11/15 (Wed) -Llamada Final 6:30 pm (MH); Choir Practice 6:45-8:00pm (S)

It Takes Many Hands

Church ministry is the work of many hands and includes everything from caring for the grounds to planning worship to organizing mission opportunities and more. If you are interested in lending a hand see one of the Elders below about joining a committee or you can talk to Pastor Jen anytime:

• Buildings & Grounds – Porter Spencer
• Congregational Life Team – Shannon Gerow
• Worship – Carol Lefly
• Personnel – Diana Lee
• Mission – Tamara Skov
• Finance – Melinda Gerow
• Membership – Melinda Gerow
• Digital Presence Team – Kirk Grier
• Adult Education – Rachel Tobler
• Children & Youth Ministry – Caroline Willsie
• Youth Engagement – Lila Woodard