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Christ the King Lutheran Church Pastor Mark [email protected] 7239 Patterson Road, Columbia, SC 29209
Office- [email protected] Phone 803-776-3050 Website- www.christthekinglc.com
Loved by God, we are disciples of Jesus, called by the Holy Spirit to make disciples for Jesus.
Teacher Appreciation Day is May 26
th!
Teachers from Annie Burnside Elementary will be
served lunch at Christ the King by the
Three Churches That Can!
WELCA Annual Tea
Our 2017 Program will be The Holy Land
With Adam Schultz
Sunday, May 28, 2017 at 3:30PM
3 Churches Update
And he sent them out to proclaim the kingdom of God… Luke 9:2
In early May our 3 Churches Co-ordinating Team will meet to debrief our activities so far this year and do some
planning for summer and fall. The team’s job is to sort through ministry ideas that come out of each of the
congregations and help make them happen.
Here’s a review of what’s been going on since our January team meeting:
In February youth from Church of the Cross held their annual Spaghetti Supper, hosted by Trinity, with
plenty of folks from all 3 Churches on hand to share the delicious food, great service by the youth, and
wonderful live entertainment.
Trinity hosted our shared Ash Wednesday service. Attendance was inspiring. Christ the King had its first
“Drive-By Imposition of Ashes” that same day. (That was an idea that was brainstormed at our January
meeting that nobody but CTK jumped on board so we went solo.)
On a Saturday morning in March, Church of the Cross held their Christian Closet in Christ the King’s
multi-purpose room, with participation from members of all 3 Churches. Hundreds of clothing and home
items, as well as books and toys were donated to neighbors in need.
Our shared Maundy Thursday service was hosted by Church of the Cross; shared Good Friday worship was
held at Christ the King. Both participation and attendance were impressive.
Trinity hosted its quarterly week of Family Promise, housing temporarily homeless families from dinner
time through breakfast from 5/16 – Easter Day – through 5/22. Members of Christ the King and Church of
the Cross provide food and a presence, including overnight stays.
Christ the King hosted Trinity’s Girl Scout troop in our multi-purpose room for a service project of holding
a baby shower for expectant mothers under the auspices of the local Birthright chapter. (This was a
spontaneous event not planned by the team.)
One final Spring project on the horizon is the end of the year Teacher Appreciation Luncheon on May 26th
. Up to
65 Annie Burnside teachers will be served a sit-down lunch served by the 3 Churches. The luncheon is one of the
ideas generated by our Hospitality Team at our Ministry Team Retreat last August, as were many of the ideas that
CTK has brought to the 3 Churches team.
At our last meeting of the Coordinating Team, members were already bringing ideas for summer and fall to the
table. (CTK is represented by Pam Williams, Ara Adams and yours truly). Possible projects include an outdoor
community concert and a neighborhood picnic. Stay tuned for more news on what we have planned for 3
Churches That Can, and let us know what you think!
Your brother in Christ,
Pastor Mark
PASTOR’S CORNER Pastor Mark
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Congregational Leadership Rev. Mark Buchan Pastor 931-3083
Ms. Pamela Williams President 776-2311
Mr. Lee Caulder Secretary 783-0488
Mr. Barry Kemp Vice President 783-8477
Mr. Fred Hunt Treasurer 776-1766
Mr. Dick Clark 776-2583
Ms. Ara Adams 422-7653
Ms. Stefanie Seebauer (407)782-0064
Ms. Linda Griggs (704)689-0345
Council Committee Liaisons Stefanie Seebauer Music & Worship (407)782-0064
Barry Kemp Facilities 783-8477
Ara Adams Outreach 422-7653
Lee Caulder Christian Formation 783-0488
Pam Williams Finance 776-2311
Linda Griggs Hospitality (704)689-0345
May 7
th Fourth Sunday of Easter
First Reading: Acts 2:42-47 Today’s reading is a description of life in the community
following Peter’s sermon on the day of Pentecost, when
the Spirit was outpoured on God’s people. This new
community is founded on the teachings of the apostles and
sustained in the breaking of the bread.
Second Reading: 1 Peter 2:19-25 Doing the right things does not guarantee that one will not
experience difficulties, hardships, rejection, or even
suffering. Here Christ is presented as the model for our
path of endurance and loyalty to God, particularly in the
midst of adversity.
Gospel: John 10:1-10 Jesus uses an image familiar to the people of his day to
make a point about spiritual leadership. Good shepherds
bring people to life through Jesus, but those who avoid
Jesus are dangerous to the flock.
May 14th
Fifth Sunday of Easter
First Reading: Acts 7:55-60 Stephen was one of the seven men chosen by the apostles
to serve tables so that the apostles could be free to serve
the word (Acts 6:1-6). Stephen does more than distribute
food, however. For his preaching of God’s word, he
becomes the first martyr of the faith.
Second Reading: 1 Peter 2:2-10 Christ is the cornerstone of God’s saving work and the
foundation of our lives. We are God’s chosen, holy people
who continuously celebrate and declare the mercy of God
we experience through Jesus Christ.
Gospel: John 14:1-14 On the night that he is to be arrested, Jesus shares final
words with his disciples. As the one through whom God is
known, he promises to go before them and act on their
behalf.
May 21st Sixth Sunday of Easter
First Reading: Acts 17:22-31 In Athens, Paul faces the challenge of proclaiming the
gospel to Greeks who know nothing of either Jewish or
Christian tradition. He proclaims that the “unknown god”
whom they worship is the true Lord of heaven and earth
who will judge the world with justice through Jesus, whom
God has raised from the dead.
Second Reading: 1 Peter 3:13-22 Christians have a zeal for doing what is right in God’s
eyes no matter what the circumstances because in baptism
we are saved and made alive. Thus our Christian beliefs
and behavior are to be a matter of public record just as
our baptism is.
Gospel: John 14:15-21 In final words to his disciples on the night of his arrest,
Jesus encourages obedience to his commandments and
speaks of the Spirit, who will be with them forever.
Pastor Mark Buchan
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: www.christthekinglc.com
Office E-mail: [email protected]
Office Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday
8:30 am-1:30 pm
Church Phone: 803-776-3050
Address: 7239 Patterson Road, Columbia, SC 29209
Mailing Address: PO Box 9161, Columbia, SC 29290
Christ the King Lutheran Church
May 2017
May 28th
Seventh Sunday of Easter
First Reading: Acts 1:6-14 Today’s reading is part of the introduction to the
narrative of the outpouring of the Spirit on Pentecost.
These verses tell of the risen Lord’s conversation with his
disciples on the eve of his ascension.
Second Reading: 1 Peter 4:12-14; 5:6-11 Our faith in Christ does not make us immune from the
scorn of others. Nevertheless, we are to resist the designs
of evil when we experience disparagement from others,
because we trust God’s grace will strengthen and guide
us.
Gospel: John 17:1-11 On the night before his crucifixion, Jesus prays to his
heavenly Father, asking that those who continue his work
in this world will live in unity.
May Tellers: Barry Kemp, Jerry Lamb,
Sandy Vassallo
May 7th
Lector: Denise Caulder
Crucifer: Mary Nettles
Communion Assistant: Denise Caulder
Ushers: Debra Butler, Skip Freie
Greeters: Christel Lamb, Stefanie Seebauer
Council Member of the Week: Barry Kemp
Altar Guild: Denise Caulder
Cantor: Nancy Buchan
May 14th
Lector: Nancy Buchan
Crucifer: Barry Kemp
Communion Assistant: Athena Christensen
Ushers: Susan Bennett, Barry Kemp
Greeters: TBA Council Member of the Week: Stefanie Seebauer
Altar Guild: Denise Caulder
Cantor: TBA
May 21st
Lector: Barry Kemp
Crucifer: Barry Kemp
Communion Assistant: Adam Schultz
Ushers: Skip Freie, Stefanie Seebauer
Greeters: Barbara Park, Joe Park
Council Member of the Week: Linda Griggs
Altar Guild: Denise Caulder
Cantor: Athena Christensen
May 28th
Lector: Fred Hunt
Crucifer: Jane Wannamaker
Communion Assistant: Mary Nettles
Ushers: Christel Lamb, Bill Lamb
Greeters: Barry Kemp, Kathie Roberts
Council Member of the Week: Lee Caulder
Altar Guild: Denise Caulder
Cantor: Ara Adams
APRIL HIGHLIGHTS
Ara Adams and Nancy Buchan
will attend synod assembly as
voting members along with Pastor
Mark.
Word Cloud which has come out
of our Renewal/Revival work will
be framed and mounted in the
narthex.
New street signs advertising CTK
were approved to replace missing
and broken old signs.
Council approved the installation
of horseshoe pits at the rear of the
property behind the picnic shelter.
Next Council Meeting:
Tuesday, May 9th
at 5:45 PM
MAY BIRTHDAYS
1st ~ Buddy Pedersen
5th ~ Jimmy Harkey
12th ~ Crystal Freie
21st ~ Emily Ditzler
9th ~ Ara Adams & Bobbie Lockwood
13th ~ Lee & Denise Caulder
23rd ~ Jim & Mary Nettles
25th ~ Greg & Jerry Lamb
29th ~ Bud & Kathie Roberts
Come join us on
May 11th 11:00 AM
FOOD SUNDAY is May 14th!
213 lbs. collected in March!
Please bring nonperishable items any Sunday
and leave in the box in the narthex.
canned meat and fish
peanut butter (in plastic jars)
canned vegetables and fruits
breakfast cereal
personal care items (soap, shampoo, etc.)
Our Goal is 100 lbs.!
CTK Tidbits WELCA will be collecting personal and
household product donations this month to
take to the SCWELCA 2017 Convention
Project in June. The donations will be
given to the SC Coalition Against
Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault (SCCADVASA).
Needed Items Personal Products
Regular & travel sized toiletries
Deodorant
Mouth Wash
Toothpaste/ Toothbrush
Shampoo
Soap/Body Wash
Hair brush/Comb
Wash Cloths & Towels
Sanitary Pads/Tampons
New Undergarments (women & youth)
New Socks
Disposable Diapers
Baby Wipes
Household Products
Paper Towels & Napkins
Toilet Paper
Plastic eating utensils
Trash bags (kitchen/33 gallon)
Twin Sized Sheets
Pillow cases
Paper Plates
A donation box will be in the narthex
during the month of May.
Thank you for your help!
2nd
& 4th
Thursdays
May 11th
& 25th
10:00 AM
CTK Shawl Ministry
Tuesday, May 16th
6:30 PM
Join us on the 3rd
Tuesday
of each month.
Melting Pot Thursday, May 4th
12:00 PM Join us for lunch & musical
entertainment by Pastor Mark, Gordon & Nancy!
Cost is just $5.00.
KM Deadline The deadline for the June issue of the King’s
Messenger is May 18th
. Please call the office or
email [email protected] with
information or entries.
From Rice Estate, part of Lutheran Homes of South Carolina
Rice Estate is in need of volunteers on Sundays from 2pm until 3:30pm. We need a rotating schedule of twelve to sixteen people who can transport residents from the first floor skilled unit to the chapel and sit with residents during worship. Volunteers are also needed to play the keyboard/piano. A rotating schedule of volunteers and available substitutes is needed to provide quality worship experiences for residents at the 2:30 afternoon service. We have a Yamaha Clavinova digital piano. Rice Estate is also looking for lap quilts and/or shawls. For more information regarding volunteering or donations, please contact Pastor Michele Fischer at 803-567-1972 or [email protected].
Save the Date:
Lutheran Night at the Fireflies Sunday June 25th at 5:05pm when the
Fireflies host the Intimidators of
Kannapolis it will be Lutheran night. In the
spirit of the 500th anniversary of the
reformation, June 25th is the anniversary
of the presentation of the Augsburg
Confession in 1530. Let's fill Spirit
Communications Park with Lutherans.
Details will follow… but for now save the
date!
New Sunday Morning Study Class at CTK starting June 4th
!
Digging into our Lutheran roots and History in America
As we near the 500th anniversary of the Reformation and wonder what our mission as Lutherans is in our
current culture, it’s helpful to see how God has shaped the Lutheran church over time. Christ the King will
be using two dynamic resources from Select Learning to help our congregation understand where we have
come from and to support our life of faith and service in the world today.
‘Reformation Roots’ (DVD)
Do you ever wonder why we have so many Christian denominations and if there is really much difference
between them? The answers to these questions lie in the dramatic and turbulent times of the Reformation.
“Reformation Roots,” brings to life the stories and struggles that still impact us today.
‘We Must Plant the Church: The Story of Lutherans in America’ (DVD) When Lutherans came to America, they brought with them Martin Luther’s belief that people of faith
engage the big questions of the day. This story is characterized by the tension between honoring the
European roots of the church and adapting to the new realities of life in America. The Lutheran church, from
its earliest days, faced religious pluralism, intolerance, racism, war, lack of state support and diversity of
languages and traditions. It wasn’t easy then, and it isn’t easy now. Understanding American Lutheran
history can change the way we see ourselves and our future.
Please join us every Sunday morning at 9:25am!
Grandkids-n-Me Camp at Lutherock
July 23-26, 2017 (Sun-Wed)
This half week program is a great opportunity for grandparents and grandchildren (ages 3-12) to go to
camp together, where they can unplug and focus on their relationship with one another and with God.
Outing to Wild Cat Lake
Outing to Grandfather Mountain State Park
Split Bible study time: Adults with Pastor Steve Ridenhour while kids are with Lutherock counselors
Evening Activities include: campfires, s’mores, Lutherock’s dramatization of the Life Death and
Resurrection of Jesus and slow-churn ice cream making!
Housed in Lutherock’s hotel-style Crow’s Nest retreat center
Leader: Pastor “Grandpa” Steve Ridenhour
Cost per family unit:
1 Adult/1 Child $295 1 Adult/2 Children $330 1 Adult/3 Children $375
2 Adults/1 Child $380 2 Adults/2 Children $420 2 Adults/3 Children $455
To register, visit www.novusway.com or contact our registration office at
[email protected] or (828) 209-6329.
Christ the King Lutheran Church PO Box 9161
Columbia, SC 29290-9161 Return Service Requested We are the body of Christ worshiping through Word and Sacrament as a family of believers. Our purpose is to instill, sustain and nourish our faith as congregation by being a supportive community in order to proclaim the Gospel of Christ and to serve Christ in outreach on all levels.
EVERYONE Can be a philanthropist
We invite you to join us on Tuesday, May 2, as South
Carolina celebrates “Midlands Gives.” This day of giving
brings together the community, raising money and
awareness for local nonprofits, like the South Carolina
Lutheran Retreat Centers. Last year, more than 7,600
people raised $1.6 million for 382 local nonprofits in just
one day! Pledge your support and donate to help fund life
changing ministry at Camp Kinard and Coastal Retreat!
TUESDAY, MAY 2, 2017
midlandsgives.org