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MAY / JUNE 2018 F r o m t h e V i c a r : Dear Parishioners: In the midst of one of the fall/winter storms, a huge oak fell on my property knocking down other big trees as it tumbled to the ground. I had a mess. My sons and I cleaned up as much as we could conquer and then we made a joint decision that we would tackle the remainder when the wood dried, convincing ourselves that removing the trees would be an easy task. The days went into weeks and then months; the dead trees became part of the landscape of our lower property until I couldn’t stand looking at the mess anymore and called in a professional. In a day, he was able to produce stunning results; the trees were removed and our back yard was once again usable. All I had to do was to face the truths that the trees would not rot fast enough to suit me (and probably my neighbors) and that the job was too big for me to handle alone. I needed help. I notice when I re-read the resurrection appearances that Jesus visited his disciples when they were in groups. Following theses astonishing appearances, they had to depend upon one another to sort out what they had just experienced and to decide what to do next. How exactly do they spread the word that Jesus was more than a prophet, that he was Lord and God? Do they scatter and go out alone, or in groups, or remain together as whole? Together, they had to make decisions that affect- ed the whole. Just as they were responsible to Jesus, they were also responsible to one another. Je- sus expected them to help one another discern what the Holy Spirit was calling them to be and to do. We worship a Triune God; a God who is constantly in community with himself and the world. My point is this: Christianity is all about working together: working with the Holy Spirit and working with our fellow Christians to spread the Good News that Jesus is resurrected and active in our lives. God has not and will never abandon us. Perhaps we, the congregation of the Church of the Ridge, are in a unique position to understand this. We are comprised of three different churches with their unique and wonderful histories, but we are one as a congregation. Together we witness to the power and grace of Christ; separately we would struggle to survive. We need one another’s help. I pray that during this Easter Season and throughout Ordinary Time (the time following Pentecost Day), that we will be open to see how our Triune God is at work in our lives and how he calls us forth to work with the larger Christian Community so we can witness to the glory of Christ’s resur- rection. Faithfully, D a v i d T h o m p s o n
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MAY / JUNE 2018
From the Vicar : Dear Parishioners: In the midst of one of the fall/winter storms, a huge oak fell on my property knocking down other big trees as it tumbled to the ground. I had a mess. My sons and I cleaned up as much as we could conquer and then we made a joint decision that we would tackle the remainder when the wood dried, convincing ourselves that removing the trees would be an easy task. The days went into weeks and then months; the dead trees became part of the landscape of our lower property until I couldn’t stand looking at the mess anymore and called in a professional. In a day, he was able to produce stunning results; the trees were removed and our back yard was once again usable. All I had to do was to face the truths that the trees would not rot fast enough to suit me (and probably my neighbors) and that the job was too big for me to handle alone. I needed help. I notice when I re-read the resurrection appearances that Jesus visited his disciples when they were in groups. Following theses astonishing appearances, they had to depend upon one another to sort out what they had just experienced and to decide what to do next. How exactly do they spread the word that Jesus was more than a prophet, that he was Lord and God? Do they scatter and go out alone, or in groups, or remain together as whole? Together, they had to make decisions that affect-ed the whole. Just as they were responsible to Jesus, they were also responsible to one another. Je-sus expected them to help one another discern what the Holy Spirit was calling them to be and to do. We worship a Triune God; a God who is constantly in community with himself and the world. My point is this: Christianity is all about working together: working with the Holy Spirit and working with our fellow Christians to spread the Good News that Jesus is resurrected and active in our lives. God has not and will never abandon us. Perhaps we, the congregation of the Church of the Ridge, are in a unique position to understand this. We are comprised of three different churches with their unique and wonderful histories, but we are one as a congregation. Together we witness to the power and grace of Christ; separately we would struggle to survive. We need one another’s help. I pray that during this Easter Season and throughout Ordinary Time (the time following Pentecost Day), that we will be open to see how our Triune God is at work in our lives and how he calls us forth to work with the larger Christian Community so we can witness to the glory of Christ’s resur-rection.
Faithfully, David Thompson
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March total $ 357.00 1st Quarter total $ 1,058.00
Church Outreach DSS We would like to invite our parishioners to participate in a new outreach ministry, to help the Dept. of Social Services by providing 'startup kits' for the children entering the foster care program. These are children re-moved from their homes by DSS due to abuse or neglect. DSS tries first to place the children with relatives, so they can remain in the family circle. During which time the parents are going through services to help them become able to parent their children safely. If DSS cannot find an appropriate relative placement, they must place the children in foster homes. (Children over age 14 may be placed in group homes if no foster home is available.) These children often come from their homes with nothing but the clothes on their backs or a few possessions (often in a trash bag). The children are taken directly to the approved foster home with little notice. Although the foster families receive an initial stipend to clothe the child and provide necessities, the child often arrives after hours. DSS has a mission to provide these children with a suitcase or duffle bag with necessities so they can arrive in their new placement with some sense of dignity. DSS has asked the community to help in providing these needed items: toiletry bags (toothpaste, brush, comb, toothbrush, shampoo, conditioner etc), school supplies (including back-packs), duffel bags, single sheet sets, small coloring books and crayons, word search, crossword and Sudoko puzzle books. For a complete Wish List, please contact Mary Lou (803-334-1219) or a member of the Mis-sion Council. There is a great need for certified foster homes in our area, Region 5. If you or anyone you know would like more information on becoming a certified foster parent, brochures are available at our church. We propose that parishioners bring items on the wish list to church the FOURTH Sunday of each month as an ongoing outreach project. Leisa Long will take donated items to Edgefield DSS and Sarah Schwarz will take items to Saluda DSS.
Receipts for March 2018 Actual Budget Difference
Plate $ 696.00 $ 1,735.85 -$ 1,039.85
Pledge $ 7,135.00 $ 7,607.55 -$ 472.55
Total $ 7,831.00 $ 9,343.40 -$ 1,512.40
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR LOCAL FESTIVALS As part of our community outreach, we have decided to participate in three local festivals this year; the Peach Blossom Festival in John-ston, the Ridge Peach Festival in Trenton and the Harvest Festival in Ridge Spring. In our tent we will sell bottled water and Watsonia ice cream in Johnston and bottled water and casseroles in Trenton and Ridge Spring. Proceeds from the festivals will go to the respective food bank that we support in that community. The first festival is in Johnston on May 5th. We are asking that you sign up for a two-hour shift during the day to help us familiarize the community with our wonderful church and to provide assistance to those less fortunate. The festival is open from 9 – 5. We are looking for volunteers from 8-5:30 to allow for setup and tear-down. See Jay Summer to sign up. You can also reach Jay at 803-991-3157 or [email protected]. The Trenton festival will be held on June 16th and is open from 9-4. We are looking for volunteers for this festival from 8-4:30. Again, contact Jay Summer if you can help with this event. As we look to increase our outreach efforts in the community, we welcome your ideas and suggestions for opportunities for church partici-pation. To help with community awareness at events, the Mission Council has provided a 3’ x 8’ banner (as pictured) to be kept at each location, allowing easy access to church identification for any Mission Council-approved event. If you have an event where you would like to use the banner, contact Jay Summer.
INTERCESSORY PRAYER LIST Friends and Family Art Amos Fran Beals Rosemary Broom Helen Carpenter Daphne Cook June Covar Marshall Crocker Susan Craig Mary Grace Feltham Josh Kennedy Mayrant Lojewski Carolyn Lovell Willie Mae Matheny Greg McDaniel Alleen Miller Sarah Mills Sara Francis Moyer Laura & Charles Murphy Betty Padgett Margie Prince Hadley Reahard Jan Smith Vannette Wells Jordie Yandle Military Personnel & Others Serving in Harms Way Lt Junior Grade Kevin Ginn USN Captain Joshua Summer Army Nickolas Gibson Deaths Max Gazda Chris Jeter Ola Jolly David Padgett Mark Pearson Anna Ruzzy Marvin Sears Jerry Trehy
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Trenton 10:00 am
The last Sunday morning Adult Class will be on May 20th and the last Sunday School class for chil-dren will be on May 27th. Classes
will resume in the fall.
Edgefield 10:00 am
Ridge Spring 10:00 am
7:00 am Morning Prayer
7:00 PM Mission Council
7:00 am Morning Prayer
Occurring Regularly in
Edgefield Thursday – 12:00 noon– AA
Meeting Thursday—6:00 pm—
Counseling Group
7:00 am Morning Prayer
7:00 am Morning Prayer
6:00 pm Choir
6:00 pm Choir
6:00 pm Choir
6:30 pm DOK Mtg
Mary Beth Carroll Dick Beals Daniel Day Winifred James Mary Derrick Carter Moss
6 9
15 17 18 20
LeeAnn Pendarvis Carrie Moss Caroline Rhoads Jean Covar Richard Pendarvis JoAshley Jordan
23 28 29 30
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Edgefield 10:00 am
6:00 pm Choir
7:00 am Morning Prayer
6:00 pm Choir
Johnston Peach Blossom Festival
Volunteers needed
8 am—5:30pm
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Ridge Spring 10:00 am
Trenton 10:00 am
7:00 am Morning Prayer
7:00 PM Mission Council
Edgefield 10:00 am
7:00 am Morning Prayer
Trenton 10:00 am
Ridge Runner Deadline
July/Aug Issue
Occurring Regularly in Edgefield Thursday – 12:00 noon– AA Meeting
Thursday—6:00 pm—Counseling
7:00 am Morning Prayer
7:00 am Morning Prayer
Kevin Ginn, Sr Greg Hagan Sullivan Holmes Abby Amos Deborah Neese Liz Posey Ray Melton Pauline Berry
1 3 4 6
13 15
Deborah Holmes Ame’ Holmes Sharon Holmes Stephens Moss Christian Walker Holmes Sarah Schwarz Peggy Ann Moss
23 24 25 26 27
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6:00 pm Choir
6:00 pm Choir
6:00 pm Choir
6:00 pm Choir
JUNE
A Prayer for Families Heavenly Father, we come as your children to
praise you for putting us into families. Thank you for the love and nourishment we’ve received—and been blessed to give. We confess our need for your daily forgiveness and guidance in our
families. Please grant harmony in our homes and help us always show respect and love for one
another. In Jesus’ name. Amen.
Trenton Peach Festival
Volunteers needed
8 am—4:30pm
6:30 pm DOK Mtg
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JUNE WORSHIP MINISTERS & READINGS
June 3 in Trenton 2nd Sunday after Pentecost ~ Proper 4
Acolyte..…..……….………............................................Ric Vann Eucharistic Minister.............................................Ray Melton Lector…...………...…………...….……….……...….….Connie Boggs Intercessor…....………………...…………………..Peggy Ann Moss Altar…………………………..……D. Holmes, P. Moss, C. Rhoads Usher…............…………..……Lee Holmes, Richard Pendarvis Greeters….................................Joannah Thelen, Larry Vann Hospitality…....................................................Poo Alexander Readings.1 Samuel 3:1-10(11-20), Psalm 139:1-5, 12-17
or Deuteronomy 5:12-15, Psalm 81:1-10 2 Corinthians 4:5-12, Gospel Mark 2:23-3:6
June 10 in Ridge Spring
3rd Sunday after Pentecost ~ Proper 5
Acolyte…....…………............................................Eliza Holmes Eucharistic Minister…….........…………..……Maynard Watson Lector..……..……………..….…………..……..………Jerrold Watson Intercessor….……………………..……........................Larry Vann Altar…………………………………………………...Jennie Boatwright Usher..……………..…….………..…………….…Phillips Boatwright Greeters...............................................Ray Melton, Ric Vann Hospitality….……………………….……………..……...…Cindy Vann Reading………..1 Samuel 8:4-11(12-15) 16-20(11:14-15),
Psalm 138 2 Corinthians 4:13-5:1, Gospel Mark 3:20-35
June 17 in Edgefield
4th Sunday after Pentecost ~ Proper 6 Father’s Day
Acolyte….….......................................................Hollis Holmes Eucharistic Minister…………..…………….….……Barney Lamar Lector.….………..………….….……….………..........Haigh Reiniger Intercessor…….…......…..………………...…………….…Dick Glass Altar.…….…..……………………….……Joann Amos, Liz Kornaus Usher….………...…………................……Dick Glass, Larry Vann Greeters............................................Dick Glass, David Long Hospitality…………..…..…………………………………....…Ann Byrd Reading…..……..............1 Samuel 15:34-16:13, Psalm 20 2 Corinthians 5:6-10(11-13) 14-17, Gospel Mark 4:26-34
June 24 in Trenton
5th Sunday after Pentecost ~ Proper 7
Acolyte..…..……….………....................................Jack Kornaus Eucharistic Minister...........................................Liz Kornaus Lector….………...…………...….……….……...…….Jerry Stallworth Intercessor…....………………...…………...…………..…Kelly Vann Altar…………………………...………L . Jordan, Z. Shore, C. Vann Usher….......................…………..……Steve Jordan, Larry Vann Greeters…............................Jay Summer, Kathie Stallworth Hospitality…...........................................................Dick Glass Readings………….1 Samuel 17:57-18:5,10-16, Psalm 133
2 Corinthians 6:1-13, Gospel Mark 4:35-41
MAY WORSHIP MINISTERS & READINGS
May 6 in Edgefield 6th Sunday of Easter
Acolyte..…..……….………....................................Jack Kornaus Eucharistic Minister...........................................Liz Kornaus Lector…...………...…………...….……….……...…….Barney Lamar Intercessor…....………………...…………...…………..…Dick Glass Altar…………………………………..……Jean Covar, Lady Hodges Usher….......................…………..……Chris Covar, Bob Hodges Greeters….........................................Dick Glass, Ray Melton Hospitality…................Helen Feltham & Mary Lou Seymore Readings………………………...…..….Acts 10:44-48, Psalm 98
1 John5:1-6, Gospel John 15:9-17
May 13 in Trenton 7th Sunday of Easter
Mother’s Day Acolyte….….......................................................Hollis Holmes Eucharistic Minister……….………………..….………...Larry Vann Lector.….………..……………….…….………….......Jerry Stallworth Intercessor……..…......…..…………………………………Kelly Vann Altar.………………….…….……………....…Leisa Long, Kelly Vann Usher…..……….…….…………………..……...Tom Long, Ric Vann Greeters.............................................Jay Summer, Ric Vann Hospitality…............................Lynn Melton, Penny Summer Readings…………………………..Acts 1:15-17, 21-26, Psalm 1
1 John 5:9-13, Gospel John 17:6-19
May 20 in Ridge Spring Day of Pentecost
Acolyte….…...................................................Joannah Thelen Eucharistic Minister…………..………..….……Maynard Watson Lector.….………..………….….……….………..........Jerrold Watson Intercessor…….…......…..………………...…………...…Larry Vann Altar.…….…………………..……………………….……Sarah Schwarz Usher….………...………….........………………...…….Jack Schwarz Greeters.....................................Sarah Schwarz, Larry Vann Hospitality…………..…..……………………………...…Zelma Shore Reading…..…….............Acts 2:1-11, Psalm 104:25-35, 37 Romans 8:22-27, Gospel John 15:26-27, 16:4b-15
May 27 in Edgefield
Trinity Sunday Acolyte…....…………............................................Eliza Holmes Eucharistic Minister…….........…………………..…....Ray Melton Lector..……..……………..….…………..……..………Haigh Reiniger Intercessor….……………………..……...............Peggy Ann Moss Altar………………………………………...Jean Covar, Lady Hodges Usher..……………..…….………..………Chris Covar, Bob Hodges Greeters.................................David Long, Kathie Stallworth Hospitality….……………………….……………..………Mary Derrick Reading……………………………………...Isaiah 6:1-8, Psalm 29
Romans 8:12-17, Gospel John 3:1-17
May 13 ~ Mother’s Day Loose Offering is designated for
Still Hopes & Finlay House
Post Office Box 206Trenton, South Carolina 29847
MISSION COUNCIL MEMBERS Dick Glass ......................................................... 803-341-9070 David Long ....................................................... 803-275-7952 Ray Melton ....................................................... 803-637-3533 Sarah Schwarz ..........................803-685-7961, 803-480-4820 Kathie Stallworth ............................................. 803-279-8463 Jay Summer ..................................................... 803-991-3157 Joannah Holmes Thelen ................................... 843-810-7007 Larry Vann ........................................................ 803-341-0880 Ric Vann ........................................................... 803-215-0406VICAR................................................. David Thompson, 803-215-3226SENIOR WARDEN ........ Sarah Schwarz, 803-685-7961, 803-480-4820JUNIOR WARDEN ................................... Jack Schwarz, 803-640-1056TREASURER ......................................... Jerrold Watson, 803-685-7881ASS’T. TREASURER ...................................... Dick Glass, 803-341-9070CLERK TO MC .......................................................................Leisa LongPUBLICIST ............................................Emily Bull, [email protected]
CHURCH OFFICE PHONE 803-275-3934 E-MAIL [email protected]
WEBSITE www.churchoftheridge.orgTHE MISSION STATEMENT
To be a welcoming Christian community of worship, learning and outreach empowered by the grace of God.
Post Office Box 206Trenton, South Carolina 29847
Ridge Spring 10:00 am
Trenton 10:00 am
7:00 am Morning Prayer
7:00 PM Mission Council
Edgefield 10:00 am
7:00 am Morning Prayer
Trenton 10:00 am
Ridge Runner Deadline
July/Aug Issue
Occurring Regularly in Edgefield Thursday – 12:00 noon– AA Meeting
Thursday—6:00 pm—Counseling
7:00 am Morning Prayer
7:00 am Morning Prayer
Kevin Ginn, Sr Greg Hagan Sullivan Holmes Abby Amos Deborah Neese Liz Posey Ray Melton Pauline Berry
1 3 4 6
13 15
Deborah Holmes Ame’ Holmes Sharon Holmes Stephens Moss Christian Walker Holmes Sarah Schwarz Peggy Ann Moss
23 24 25 26 27
28
6:00 pm Choir
6:00 pm Choir
6:00 pm Choir
6:00 pm Choir
JUNE
A Prayer for Families Heavenly Father, we come as your children to
praise you for putting us into families. Thank you for the love and nourishment we’ve received—and been blessed to give. We confess our need for your daily forgiveness and guidance in our
families. Please grant harmony in our homes and help us always show respect and love for one
another. In Jesus’ name. Amen.
Trenton Peach Festival
Volunteers needed
8 am—4:30pm
6:30 pm DOK Mtg
Trenton 10:00 am
The last Sunday morning Adult Class will be on May 20th and the last Sunday School class for chil-dren will be on May 27th. Classes
will resume in the fall.
Edgefield 10:00 am
Ridge Spring 10:00 am
7:00 am Morning Prayer
7:00 PM Mission Council
7:00 am Morning Prayer
Occurring Regularly in
Edgefield Thursday – 12:00 noon– AA
Meeting Thursday—6:00 pm—
Counseling Group
7:00 am Morning Prayer
7:00 am Morning Prayer
6:00 pm Choir
6:00 pm Choir
6:00 pm Choir
6:30 pm DOK Mtg
Mary Beth Carroll Dick Beals Daniel Day Winifred James Mary Derrick Carter Moss
6 9
15 17 18 20
LeeAnn Pendarvis Carrie Moss Caroline Rhoads Jean Covar Richard Pendarvis JoAshley Jordan
23 28 29 30
31
Edgefield 10:00 am
6:00 pm Choir
7:00 am Morning Prayer
6:00 pm Choir
Johnston Peach Blossom Festival
Volunteers needed
8 am—5:30pm
Trenton 10:00 am
The last Sunday morning Adult Class will be on May 20th and the last Sunday School class for chil-dren will be on May 27th. Classes
will resume in the fall.
Edgefield 10:00 am
Ridge Spring 10:00 am
7:00 am Morning Prayer
7:00 PM Mission Council
7:00 am Morning Prayer
Occurring Regularly in
Edgefield Thursday – 12:00 noon– AA
Meeting Thursday—6:00 pm—
Counseling Group
7:00 am Morning Prayer
7:00 am Morning Prayer
6:00 pm Choir
6:00 pm Choir
6:00 pm Choir
6:30 pm DOK Mtg
Mary Beth Carroll Dick Beals Daniel Day Winifred James Mary Derrick Carter Moss
6 9
15 17 18 20
LeeAnn Pendarvis Carrie Moss Caroline Rhoads Jean Covar Richard Pendarvis JoAshley Jordan
23 28 29 30
31
Edgefield 10:00 am
6:00 pm Choir
7:00 am Morning Prayer
6:00 pm Choir
Johnston Peach Blossom Festival
Volunteers needed
8 am—5:30pm
