St. James Lutheran Church

"Growing in Christ Through Worship, Learning,

Fellowship, and Service."

SEVENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST

God’s word is like the rain that waters the earth and brings forth vegetation. It is also like the sower who scatters seed indiscriminately. Our lives are like seeds sown in the earth. Even from what appears to be little, dormant, or dead, God promises a harvest. At the Lord’s table we are fed with the bread of life, that we may bear fruit in the world.  

PASTOR CRAIG AND MARIAN UPDATE

After further evaluation at the hospital, it was determined that surgery would not be needed for Pastor Craig. He was discharged on Tuesday. Both are still uncomfortable but improving. Pastor Craig will be in a neck collar for several months. They are grateful for your continued prayers and concern.

If you want to send a card:

Pastor Craig and Marian Saltzer

208 Princeton Crossing

Thomasville, NC 27360

SUMMER OF SERVICE

Sunday, July 16

This is a multi-generational event so everyone is invited. You do not have to have children, to attend. This is a wonderful opportunity for you to interact with children and others of all ages. We will meet in the fellowship hall for a lite lunch and then spend God-time with Mr. Mike, games with Pastor Craig and other a special project, Food Drive for the Blessing Box and CCM. Make your reservation below so we can plan accordingly.

Next Summer Service Event date: August 20

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VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL

Steller VBS - Shine Jesus' Light

July 30 - August 1

Need Some Space This Summer? Join us at St. James for an out-of-this-world experience. Adult volunteers are needed. If you can help contact LeeAnn Miller.

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AED/CPR REFRESHER TRAINING

The Health and Safety Team is coordinating AED/CPR training for individuals at St. James. This is a refresher course in CPR and use of the AED device. (No Certifications) We would like to have as many people trained to handle an emergency, if it arises, when you are at the church. The sessions will be on Tuesday, July 18 at two different times: 1:30 – 3:00 pm and 6:00 – 7:30 pm. 

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BLESSING BOX / CCM FOOD DRIVE

WE NEED YOUR HELP!!

Ends this Sunday



CCM is experiencing one of their biggest demands ever for non-perishable food. The number of families needing assistance continues to grow. From now until July 16, we will be collecting food to help meet this need. This is a wonderful service that they provide to the county. Some of you already participate by monthly donations. We are challenging others to step up and help. A collection box will be in the Portico area.

Pantry items needed:

• Canned Chicken
• Other Canned Meats (Hash, Chili, Vienna Sausages, etc.)
• Canned peas, carrots, potatoes, and mixed vegetables
• Pasta Sauce
• Any kind of canned beans (Pinto, Chili, Kidney, etc.) except for baked beans/pork & beans
• Peanut Butter
• Any Canned Fruit (Mixed, Peaches, Pears, Pineapple, etc.)
• Cereal

As part of our Summer of Service activity on July 16, we will fill the Blessing Box in Rotary Square and then take food to CCM.

Members of St. James

• Patsy Black
• Tom Grady
• Tom Ridenhour
• Barbara Merrell
• Buddy and Joan McEachern

Family and Friends

• Pastor Craig Saltzer
• Marian Saltzer
• Lorene Ledford, mother of Deb Black
• Bishop Tim Smith
• St. Timothy Lutheran Church, Conover, NC

STEWARDSHIP

What is Lutheran stewardship?

Lutheran stewardship is the free and joyous activity of God's family — the church — in managing life's resources for His purposes.

We are looking for individuals at St. James that are willing to step-up and help us match opportunities to time and talents.

Our mission statement says, "Growing in Christ through Worship, Learning, Fellowship and Service." For more information, contact Beth Huss.

THANK YOU

A huge thank-you to my St. James family! I appreciate more than you know the cards, meals, and prayers supporting me during my recent surgery. My healing continues. I am grateful for your love and generosity and for God’s faithfulness.

Margaret Garrison 

WE ARE THE BRANCHES

Each week we will remember in prayer our brothers and sisters at one of our partner Lutheran churches in the NC Synod. Please lift them up in your prayers during the week also.

I am the vine, you are the branches. Those who abide in me and I in them bear much fruit, because apart from me you can do nothing. ~John 15:5  

St. Timothy Lutheran Church

Conover, NC

2610 Highland Ave NE

Hickory, NC 28601

Rev. Beth Miller-Zurell

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St. Timothy Lutheran Church

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ST. JAMES STAFF

• Rev. Craig Saltzer, Pastor Email
• Keith Sutton, Parish Administrator Email
• Jill Irvin, Financial Administrator Email
• Scott Foppiano, Organist / Director of Music Email
• Mike Holt, Youth and Family Email
• Kathryn Radcliffe, Nursery Coordinator Email
• Teresa Honeycutt, Custodian Email
• Debbie Davis, Congregation President Email

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