Sharing Life

February 20, 2012 in Missions with 0 Comments

This past Saturday a group of ladies from St. Peters started an outreach ministry with a group of mothers on the East Side of Charleston.  We had breakfast together, discussed our busy lives, acknowledged our need for one another and shared prayer requests… a beautiful way to spend a Saturday morning.

In the back of my mind I had doubts that these two groups of women wouldn’t connect.  We come from two different cultures, different experiences and different circumstances…what would we talk about?  What I quickly realized is that God made women the same through and through.  We may not look the same on the outside but inside, we are just alike.  We feel the same hurt, the same love, the same fear, the same frustrations the same disappointments, the same joy.  Yes, we all go through different circumstances and experiences that shape us into who we are, that’s the beauty of learning from other women.  Each of us have something unique to teach to others as well as things we need to learn from others.  What an awesome opportunity God has given us to be able to share our lives in such a way.  I can’t wait to see where the Lord takes this ministry, as we are willing to follow His lead.

 

Be Blessed,

Millie Eggert

“What no eye has seen, nor ear heard, nor the heart of man imagined, what God has prepared for those who love him” 1 Corinthians 2:9

A Call to Discipleship and Leadership

February 20, 2012 in Sermons, Uncategorized with 0 Comments

Feb. 19, 2012 by the Reverend Doctor Jon Shuler

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Worship: The Overflow of the Heart

February 16, 2012 in Students with 0 Comments

As we prepare for Winter Weekend 2012 in Lake Lure, NC, with the high schoolers, we encourage you to consider the quiet time we will collectively share on the trip, and to take a moment to reflect on the majesty and splendor of the Lord.

There is nothing in the world that can compare to the might and wonder of our God. He is the Author and Creator of this world and our faith. He sent His son to die on the cross for our sins, and in turn saved us. Do we give Him the glory He deserves? Do we even try? Our lives, everything we do, should be an act of worship to the King. We are called to revere and glorify the Lord, even in the boring menial tasks in our lives. We should be so humbled by His glory that we fall on our knees, and flat on our faces daily in worship – all to honor Him. This is not a physical act, though it can be, but rather an act of the heart. Our heart’s posture should be one of so much joy and love for the Lord that our worship is an overflow of that joy and love. Hebrew’s 12:28 says, “Therefore let us be grateful for receiving a Kingdom that cannot be shaken, and thus let us offer to God acceptable worship with reverence and awe – for our God is a consuming fire.”

Pray that the Lord will open the eyes of your heart to see the Glory of Him in your life. He is worth living for, and worshipping daily. As we worship during our weekend away, pray that you can remove yourself from the equation and let the Lord move through you – whether it is through singing, hanging out, in conversation or playing games.

Thanks for all your support! We ask that you pray for us as we embark on our retreat!

In Christ,
Atlee and Daniel

Giving Thanks for God’s Love

February 13, 2012 in Children, Uncategorized with 0 Comments

This week we celebrate Valentine’s Day. When I asked the kids in Children’s Ministry what Valentine’s Day is all about, even our youngest know it’s all about LOVE! When we think about how generous God’s love is for us and toward us, it’s overwhelming. And, often, that love is taken for granted or unappreciated. Not intentionally, mind you, but God does small things for us every day, and often large things, that we are happy about…..and then we just go on our way. We’re busy. We have schedules, deadlines, to-do lists and commitments that go well beyond what our calendars will hold.

We do things for people we love because we want to show them our love in a way we think will make them happy. It makes us feel good to see them happy, to see them smile, jump up and down with joy, or to see their eyes shine with delight. We often do things without expecting anything in return. It is a gift. But, what if that person doesn’t show any appreciation? What if they don’t say, “Thank you,” or if they seem just simply ungrateful – like they deserved it anyway? That “attitude” might make us angry. Sure, maybe it shouldn’t. Who are we to judge, right? But let’s face it, some times a lack of appreciation just doesn’t sit well, so we might decide next time to do less, spend less or do nothing at all. I mean, with that attitude they don’t deserve it, right?

Not God. He doesn’t hold grudges or remind us that he shouldn’t do this for us this time because we were not so grateful last time. No. He just blesses us time and time again, day after day, making every day Valentine’s Day in His love. So, let’s stop for a moment. Stop to thank God and give praise to all the wonderful things he does for us every day – from the green light you made in traffic so you wouldn’t be late to soccer practice to the finances he provided for you in times of need. Nothing is too “insignificant” to thank him for and give him praise. His love is deliberate. Our love should be as deliberate to Him and to all of our “neighbors”. And just as our human spirit delights in someone showing gratitude or appreciation for our act of love, so does the Holy Spirit, and the Son of God, and our Father in Heaven. So this Valentine’s Day, I’ll extend the same challenge to our readers that I did to the kids in Children’s Ministry. Let’s make this Valentine’s Day not only about love, but also about being thankful for that love and showing our gratitude and appreciation.

I’ll start by saying THANK YOU to the many volunteers in the Children’s Ministry. I appreciate you! Happy Valentine’s Day every day to all in our St. Peter’s Church community!

Abundant Blessings, Shari

Oyster Roast a Huge Success

February 13, 2012 in Community Life, Frontpage Featured, Uncategorized with 0 Comments

On Feb. 4th, about 250 adults and children did what we do best in the Lowcountry — we gathered with friends around food and oysters!  It was a perfect day to drive out to Silk Hope Plantation, be outdoors, listen to music and eat tons of food.  Kids ran around the farm, played games, jumped in the jump castles and watched the horses. It was a lot of fun! Thank you to Russ and Eleanor Parker for opening up your home to all of us!

Here are just a few photos of the day…

 

 

Grace to the Humble

February 13, 2012 in Sermons, Uncategorized with 0 Comments

February 12, 2012 by Bishop Thomas Johnston

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Discipleship: Called and Committed

February 8, 2012 in About Us, Frontpage Featured, Uncategorized with 0 Comments

In the annual cycle of life at St. Peter’s, there are a number of seasons that mark our Church year and connect us to a rhythm that has found expression in the lives of Christians since the earliest days of the Church. Wednesday, February 22nd, Ash Wednesday, is one such day as it marks the beginning of the season of Lent.

Historically, Ash Wednesday is the day that the community of faith would have ashes imposed on their foreheads. This act was symbolic of a deep need for the mercy and grace of God, and a commitment to deepen that relationship with Christ as individuals prepared to celebrate Easter.

Our Lenten Journey at St. Peter’s will include not only our Sunday worship, but also a special Wednesday night teaching forum that will begin at 6:15 p.m. with an Ash Wednesday dinner* and service. We will continue to gather for the next five Wednesday evenings for dinner*, worship and teaching.

The Wednesday night Lenten forums are:

• Parables

• Prayer

• First Communion

Prayer: It’s more than asking
Take a journey into the heart of God through prayer. Prayer is not the object – God is. Prayer does not work; God works in answer to prayer. Throughout this five-week forum, Rees Johnston and Cori Durban will help you discover that prayer is more than just asking God to answer your prayers.

• Week One: The Power of Praising God

• Week Two: Learning the Heart of God

• Week Three: Repentance

• Week Four: The Armor of God

• Week Five: Drawing Near To God

Parables: Jesus’ Kingdom
Very early in the life of the Christian Church, outsiders saw Christians drawing and deepening their faith from Jesus’ parables. The parable, a story through which Jesus used metaphor and pictorial images to make his point, was the primary way that he taught inquirers and mentored his followers. It is to these graphic stories of Jesus that we will turn to gain a deeper understanding of what the Kingdom of God is and how we are to live in it. Through these teachings, we will stand at the edge of the crowds surrounding Jesus, listen to what he is saying to them and then discover what he is telling us today. Bishop TJ Johnston will lead this forum.

First Communion: Getting to know our Savior
Our First Communion forum offers children an opportunity to grow in their faith alongside their parents. Children will come to understand who Jesus is, what he did on the cross and why we ask him for forgiveness. By knowing Jesus, they’ll grow in their knowledge that the love of God in Jesus Christ is theirs to experience and enjoy every day of their lives. This two-day forum lead by Jimmy Kaiser will meet on March 7 and 21. The class is geared toward 4th graders, but all are welcome to participate and parents are required to attend with their children.

On Sunday, February 5, TJ taught about discipleship and the importance of this Lenten Journey. To listen to his sermon, Discipleship: Called and Committed, click here.

We are prayerful that you will join us on this Lenten Journey. Call the office at 843.881.9003 to learn more or to sign up.

*There will be a small fee for dinner and those needing nursery or toddler care.

Blessings,
+TJ

Are You Ready?

February 6, 2012 in Missions, Uncategorized with 0 Comments

Are you ready to be poured out as an offering?  Have you come to a place in your life where you are ready to be used by God even if it means sacrificing something of yourself?  Maybe it’s just giving up 30 minutes of your morning to spend time with Him, even if it is the only quiet moment you will get all day. Maybe it’s intentionally caring for a friend,  even if it is an inconvenience at times.  Maybe it’s something bigger that the Lord has put on your heart that you just haven’t quite had the courage to go for because it wouldn’t be “socially acceptable.”

 

In Philippians Paul says he would give all of himself as a sacrifice just to bring someone into the knowledge of the Lord… ” Even if I am to be poured out as a drink offering upon the sacrificial offering of your faith, I am glad and rejoice with you all.”   The Lord calls us to live for Him and that takes sacrifice.  Are we willing to lay down our own agendas and pick up His?  If so, be encouraged… the Lord will do a mighty work in you!

 

Be Blessed

Millie Eggert
Missions Director


Discipleship: Called and Committed

February 6, 2012 in Sermons, Uncategorized with 0 Comments

February 5, 2012 by Bishop Thomas Johnston

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Toilet Bowl!

January 30, 2012 in Students with 0 Comments

This upcoming Sunday, February 5th, the St. Peter’s Student Ministry is hosting a flag football game in celebration of Super Bowl Sunday. 5th Grade and up are invited to come out and immediately after church. Pizza is provided and we will be done around 2:30. We hope to have a big showing by out students and by the rest of the church! Be there!

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