Reaching out to draw others to Christ. Office Hours 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday-Friday 803.765.9430 Ebenezer Lutheran Church 1301 Richland Street Columbia, SC 29201-2578 Non-Profit Org U.S. Postage PAID Columbia, SC Permit # 724 RETURN SERVICE REQUESTED Parish News The monthly newsletter of Ebenezer Lutheran Church Visit us on the Web http://www.ebenezerlutheran.org Volume 42 Number 9 October 2014 Ebenezer Staff Senior Pastor Rev. Dr. David H. Brooks Associate Pastor Rev. David R. Bauser REVEREND DAVID R. BAUSER Cantor Thomas J. White Administrative Associate Diane M. Oliver Accountant Wendy Isgett Seminarian Todd Cook Church Council David Lever, President Rich Roberson, VicePres Phil Bingenheimer, Sec Brenda Argoe, Treas Katherine Floyd Trey Holmes David Donges Angela Forand Jeff Ream Beth Baucom Jane Holmes Marcia Lucius Ron Banister Dean Floyd Elizabeth Padget Debbie Marcolini Grace Metzgar Ministry Teams & Team Leaders On September 18, 2014, David Bauser was ordained into the minist. at Good Shepherd Lutheran, Ebenezer At A Glance October Worship Schedule Sundays 8:00 am Daybreak, Church 9:30 am Exult 96:3, Chapel 11:00 am Classic Liturgy, Church (Eucharist at each service.) Sunday School 10:00 am Classes for All Ages Nursery provided 9:00 am- noon for infants - age three, Wednesdays 12:10 pm Eucharist, Chapel in the Education Building Room 200. following the ordination ser5ice, David Lever presented Pastor Bauser with giſts 7om the members of Ebenezer. One was a blue stole and the other was a pectoral cross made 7om the wood used to make the communion table in Ebenezer's chapel by Jeff Ream. Members will be able to see both giſts as Pastor Bauser begins his minist. among us. Groups and Activities •Helping Hands: Ruth Counts •Men’s Basketball •New Generation 55+ Linda Davis •PAD (People are Dandy) Shirley Smith •Scrapbooking Debbie Marcolini •Sisters in Christ Elizabeth Padget •Women’s Book Group Diane Jones •Women of the ELCA Circles: Elizabeth, Lydia, Ruth Communications - vacant EvangelismHospitality - John & Dawn Caldwell Faith Formation - vacant Finance - Brenda Argoe Member Care - Angela Forand Outreach - Mimi Wortham Brown Personnel - Buddy Bateman Property - Jay Metts Stewardship - Bob Hampton Worship- John Phillips in Ke2ering, Ohio. Ebenezer was represented by David and Beth Lever. During the reception Monthly calendar of events on line at www.ebenezerlutheran.org The deadline for the next issue of the Parish News is Wednesday, 12 noon, October 15. To have an item included in the newsletter, please submit in writing to Diane Oliver or e-mail to [email protected] We will all have an oppornit to meet and welcome Pastor Bauser and Amanda into our church family Sunday, October 5. FALL FELLOWSHIP DINNER IT IS TIME FOR ANOTHER GREAT EBENEZER FELLOWSHIP DINNER, SATURDAY, OCTOBER 11. The Lutheran Men will be providing the meat, dessert and drinks. You are asked to bring your favorite fall dish (this leaves it wide open). Dress is casual. Music will be provided. Fellowship will start at 6:00 and dinner at 6:30. You are asked to make a reservation by indicating how many will be attending by using the Sunday attendance slip in your bulletin or call the church office. Questions? Contact Richard Hankins (rjhankins1@bellsouth or 803-438-2090). Also, mark your calendars for a holiday dinner Saturday, December 13. WOMEN’S BOOK GROUP It is not often we read and discuss a book that is so enthusiastically and unanimously appreciated as was Beryl Markham’s memoir, West With the Night, our selection for September. This book is Markham’s account of the years she spent in Kenya where she lived most of her life. We marveled at the exquisite prose in the author’s descriptions of Africa, people, animals, flying and nature. Everything and everybody came to life for the reader. We also enjoyed the humor in the story which was fascinating and so well written that readers were eager to read on. Several critics have raised questions about the authorship of this memoir. However, we agreed that questionable authorship did not detract from our appreciation for the magnificent prose. This memoir gives little insight into the troubling personality of Markam written about in several biographies we referenced. Beryl was known to be selfish, ruthless and amoral. Although she seemed like a confident woman, she was actually very insecure. For all of her shortcomings, it is important to note her amazing accomplishments: she lived independently since the age of 17; she became a trainer of prize-winning race horses; and she was a celebrated aviation pioneer. Our next meeting will be on Thursday, October 2, when we will discuss The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Frye by Rachael Joyce. Diane Jones NEW GENERATION A ministry for adults 55 & older, but everyone is welcome to join the group on outings, meetings & trips. Thank-you... Dear Evelyn Bacheller Scholarships Committee & Ebenezer Lutheran Church Congregation, I would like to thank you for recently selecting me for the Evelyn Bacheller Scholarship and its generous gift to help me begin my college education at the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. I’m currently majoring in Management of Information Systems while participating in the college's Leadership and Service Learning Community. Upon graduation my career plan is to become an IT Systems Administrator for a major company, organization, or financial institution. Once again, thank you for the generous gift to be used towards my academic career; it is truly an honor and privilege for this selection. Sincerely, Alex Vibber *** Everyone, Thank you for all of your prayers during the recent loss of my father. I know he is at peace and take comfort in wonderful memories we shared. Paul Kennedy *** Thank you to Nancy Johnson and "crew" for such a wonderful and varied breakfast in the "Ebenezer Cafe" on Sunday. This was truly delightful, and I heard many comments about it. I hope we can keep this up..but better yet..that more folks will come for the fellowship time this affords us as a congregation. Kathryn Dasher-King October 23 (Thursday) 12:00 noon in the Parish Life Center dining room. The speaker will be from the Lt. Governor's Office. Lunch provided. Contact person Linda Davis (772-7690). Everyone who attended the New Generation Retreat at the Isle of Palms last month had a great time! We enjoyed an excellent Bible study led by Pastor Dreier on prayer and enjoyed delicious food and good fellowship. If you have not gone before, you need to come in 2015. Our reservation is September 13-17. Mark your calendars. Pictured: Harry Clayton with a pan of his prize winning homemade biscuits and his sous-chef (wife) Jeanelle Clayton. Congratulations to Reid Metts for earning the high rank of Eagle as a Boy Scout. Reid’s project involved extensive work in the Ebenezer Memorial Garden under the direction of Beth Baucom. Reid’s troop is sponsored by Incarnation Lutheran. Many of the Ebenezer family were present to support Reid and his family. OCTOBER 26 FOLLOWING the 11 AM WORSHIP SERVICE the Pastors will have a meeting with prospective new members in the parlor (located just off of the reception room). If you are interested in becoming a member or would like more information about the process here at Ebenezer, please make plans to attend. MEMBER UPDATES TRANSFER FROM EBENEZER Fred & Edie Erickson Williams Shepherd of the Woods, Jacksonville Florida; Rob and Ryan Windhorn Killian Baptist , Columbia MEMBERS IN CARE FACILITIES & HOMEBOUND Deepwood Estates Mary Hallman Forest Pines Margaret Carroll Heritage at Lowman Nola Lucius, Mable Yobs Presbyterian Home Betty Cagle Rice Estate Nita Mercer NHC Parklane Kate-Ruth Cawthon Still Hopes Margia Peeples Homebound Bob Alexander, Birdie Culp, Bernice Folsom, Ruby Ford, Lodd & Marilyn Havird, Ione Hildebrand, Louise Hydrick, Sandra Lewis, Janet Metz, Elbert Metze, Marilyn Minick, Renate Moore, Leesa Smith, Sonja Zagata. STEWARDSHIP NEWS: OCTOBER 4 IN THE COURTYARD BEGINNING AT 10:30 AM This is a brief service but please be sure your pet is on a leash or kenneled! This annual event at Ebenezer coincides with the Feast of St. Francis, traditionally known as the patron saint of animals. OKTOBERFEST OCTOBER 10 - 12 Columbia's Oktoberfest offers authentic German food, beer, entertainment & fun! The second weekend in Oktober brings live oompah bands, homemade authentic German food & great beer to the big backyard at Incarnation Lutheran Church, 3005 Devine Street! Fun for all ages! Admission is FREE...for Sinners! Patrons and Friends of the Arts OCTOBER 17-18 A unique event: Ebenezer, Music and the Civil War Symposium observing the 150th anniversary 7:30 PM FRIDAY, OCTOBER 17 – An Evening with Jay Ungar and Molly Mason, internationally renowned folk musicians best known for Ashokan Farewell, theme to Ken Burns’ Civil War series. Beer Garden and Food Court with Conquest Brewing and Yellow Dog (6pm until...) 10:00 SATURDAY, OCTOBER 18 – A Sacred Harp Primer led by South Carolina native and ethnomusicologist Jonathon Smith. The Sacred Harp of 1844 is the origin of many of our most beloved hymns. NOON, SATURDAY, OCTOBER 18 – Lecture: How the Civil War Transformed Religion in South Carolina by Dr. Charles Lippy, one of the leading experts on religion in the United States. LIFE NIGHT AT WILLIAMS-BRICE STADIUM ON SATURDAY, OCTOBER 18 for the USC vs. Furman football game. Price of the ticket is $32 which includes football game ticket; access to Life Night event at Carolina Softball Stadium (begins threehours prior to game time); guest speaker: Adrian Branch of ESPN; performance by Robbie Maddison Band; testimonies by current Gamecocks; free parking at Carolina Softball Stadium with a shuttle to Williams-Brice; exclusive Life Night T-shirt; food voucher (hotdog, popcorn, soda) group seating. If you are interested, contact Linda Davis (772-7690). DEADLINE to register & submit payment isThursday, October 2. This event is sponsored by Gamecocks4Christ. A steward is someone who participates in the economy of God—and God’s economy is based on grace and generosity. Usually we think of stewardship as fundraising, as the means by which we pay the congregation’s bills. But stewardship is really just another word for ministry! God has given each of us life, energy, intelligence, skills, and countless other gifts. Whenever we use those gifts in the pursuit of God’s call on our lives, we are ministering—we are being stewards in God’s household, participants in God’s economy. The Stewardship Team is planning to help all of us really dig into what it means to take part in the work that God is doing in the world. The Team really wants deep conversation and exploration over being a part of God’s household, sharing God’s gifts and ensuring that blessing flow out for all. To make that happen, the Team has decided to move away from our typical fall schedule, and plans to offer a special class in the late fall instead of a fall campaign. A pledging campaign will occur in January as we are making our New Year resolutions. There are other plans for 2015 that are a part of this shift, but the Stewardship Team urges all of us to watch the Parish News Calendar for the opportunity to participate in the first class this fall, and make plans for a pledge in the new year. The team is also hoping that others in the congregation are being called to be a part of our work. We have a particular need for persons who are creative and can help us with graphics and visual communications, and who want to grow spiritually with us. Contact us through Pastor Brooks. As we plan for the fall, please pray for us: Bob Hampton, Fred Fellers, Linda Davis and Sandy Roberson, and pray for yourself, that God might reveal to you how you are being called to live gracefully and generously. THE EBENEZER CAFÉ IS OPEN EVERY SUNDAY MORNING IN THE PARISH LIFE CENTER DINING ROOM FROM 8:45 - 11:00 AM. The “make it yourself” menu ranges from waffles and bagels, to toast and grits, with a variety of beverages. Everything you need is available and ready. No reservations are needed and a free will offering pays for the food. Come and give it a try. Good food and fellowship together in one space. If you feel called to use your spiritual gifts as part of the Ebenezer Café team, contact Beth Baucom (788-7588) for more information. LIBRARY NEWS Sunday by Sunday by Cristy Fossum* There are three volumes of this spiritual journal. The sins of God’s people are realistically portrayed, often with wry humor but always the transformative grace of Christ abounds. She ties the journal to the Lord’s Day liturgy and the lectionary readings of the church year. * Cristy resides here in Columbia.
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