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S T. J O H N’ S
UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
A STEPHEN MINISTRY CHURCH
January 3, 2021
1 0 4 N E W B E R R Y S T. N W
A I K E N, S C 2 9 8 0 1
803-648-6891 stjaiken.org
2021 Pledge Campaign Needs
What are you giving Jesus for Christmas? Our Pledge Campaign is making
progress, but we need you to help put us over the top! We need $200,000 to
reach our 2021 pledge amount. There are still 80 people or families who pledged
last year from whom we have not heard. We also need the help of all of our new
members who may not have pledged before. You may be the key to reaching our
goal! St. John’s has great ministries to honor Christ that need your support. Call
Nancy Fairgrieve at (803)648-6891 ext. 217 or email her at
nfairgrieve@stjohns-umc.org. She will be glad to help you make your pledge.
Thank you!
Stephen Ministry: Christ Caring for People Through People
STRESS! We’ve all felt it, especially during these last eight months, and we know
what it is. But sometimes the stress level reaches a point where things begin to
break. Don’t let your stress reach that point! Our Stephen Ministers at St. John’s
are available to help you work through life’s difficulties and to give you a safe,
confidential place to vent your troubles. For more information about Stephen
Ministry and how it works, please contact Diane James, the Referrals
Coordinator, at (803)507-0884, or Rev. Butch Blackwell at the church, at
(803)648-6891. You may also contact any of our Stephen Leaders: Steve Lathrop
(803)295-3433; Ginger Hudock (803)640-4381; Rob Persons (803)443-3980;
Rick Endler (803)640-1289
Thank You from St. John’s!
St. John’s would like to extend a huge, heartfelt thank you to everyone who
helped make our “Night of Joy” Christmas Eve service at the Aiken Mall a success.
This huge endeavor was made possible by all of our incredible volunteers and
donors. Thank you for helping us come together as a community to celebrate the
birth of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ!
We would also like to give a special thank you to all who contributed to the
creation and visuals of our Virtual Christmas Eve service. This beautiful
celebration of Christmas was a true team effort by the very talented volunteers
and staff of St. John’s.
Dr. Tim’s Bible Study Announcement
Dr. Tim’s Bible study will not meet January 6 in observance of the Christmas and
New Year’s holidays. Bible Study will resume on January 13 at 10:00 a.m. in the
Sanctuary. Sunday afternoon sessions will resume January 10.
SERVING THIS WEEK
Worship Services—Dr. Tim McClendon, Rev. Butch Blackwell, Rev. Douglas Herlong; Music
Director (11:00 Traditional) Dr. Catherine Nance; Music Director (8:30) & Organist—
Christopher Nash; (9:02 and 11:00 Contemporary) Music—Jane Timmerman & The 9:02 Band
Crucifer—Bobbi Timmerman Acolytes— Mary Caroline Dean & Ella Jernigan
January Worship Support—Judy Bilyeu, Susan Crosby, Barbara Johnson, & Brenda Smith
You may text your gift to St. John’s by texting stjaiken to 73256 and following the instructions.
Images and texts used with this service have permission granted under CCLI #2220845.
This service is broadcast over WKSX 92.7 at 12 p.m., one week delay.
*Please stand, as able.
January 3, 2020
Children’s Ministries
We have made the decision to close Sunday School and Nursery for the time
being due to the rise in Covid cases and very low attendance.
The health and safety of our families is of the highest
importance.
Please like and follow our Children’s Ministry Facebook page
(scan the QR Code using your smartphone for the link). This is
the best way to receive information about what is happening
in Grove Children’s Ministry at St. John’s. Bible lessons and
activities will also be available to access here for our children.
Foundation Student Ministries
(7th-12th Grades)
Enjoy the New Year Holidays! SNY will resume on January 10, 2021.
Bible Studies:
All Bible Studies will resume on January 5th and 6th.
St. John’s Missions News
Honduras Agape Foundation (HAF) has been our mission partner since the first
Mission Impact Celebration in 2008. HAF seeks to share the love of Jesus Christ
through creating stronger, more resilient and self-sufficient communities in the
Quimistan valley area. They work through community leaders to provide medical
and dental care, construction of school and community facilities, and educational
support for the children. Their Agape Promise program currently has 40 students
in school and 16 students in college. Sponsors are needed. Our members and
youth have participated in mission trips to support this mission. Faith promise
provides $1200 per month. https://hondurasagape.us/
2021 Flower Calendar
The 2021 Flower Calendar is now available in the front office. If you would like to
reserve a date to donate altar flowers in memory of or in honor of a loved one,
please contact Jennifer Windham in the front office at (803)648-6891 or
jwindham@stjohns-umc.org. Vases are $40 each, and two vases are available each
Sunday.
Reminders from the Finance Office
For those who set up donations online, please remember that we are approaching
the end of the year, and you will need to set it up again for 2021 if you set the end
date for December 31, 2020. If you have questions, contact Nancy Fairgrieve at
(803)648-6891 or nfairgrieve@stjohns-umc.org.
DON’T FORGET: SEED Calendars
There is still time to support our friends in the St. John’s SEED program by
purchasing one of their special 2021 Calendars! Each calendar is only $20 and
features precious artwork showcasing our littlest St. John’s friends. Don’t miss out!
The funds raised by each calendar sale go directly to funding the SEED program.
Your calendar will help buy art supplies, lesson materials, and so much more! Call
the office at (803)648-6891 or visit https://onrealm.org/stjaiken/-/give/now and
select “SEED Calendar” from the drop-down menu to get your calendar today!
Wednesday Night Supper: To-Go
Menu: Hoppin John’s, Collard Greens, Cornbread, & Pound Cake. Reservations
are required and should be made by Monday, January 4, at 5:00 p.m. Make
reservations by calling the church office at (803)648-6891 or contacting Juli Davis
at jdavis@stjohns-umc.org. Cost is $7.50 for 10 years old and older, $3.00 for
children over the age of 3. Pick-up will be on Wednesday, January 6 from 5:00
p.m.-5:30 p.m. under the Faith Center portico. You can pay online at stjaiken.org.
Then go to “Give Now,” next press the drop down button, then click on WNS. You
may also pay in person. Checks are preferred. Make checks out to St. John’s.
2021 Offering Envelopes Will Be Mailed
Due to COVID, your 2021 Offering Envelopes will be mailed directly to your home.
You will start receiving them at the beginning January 2021. They will be mailed to
you on a quarterly basis. January 2021 thru March 2021 will be sent to you soon. At
the end of March, you will receive April 2021 thru June 2021 and so on. Due to many
members now giving online, and requesting no envelopes, numbers have been
re-structured so that we do not order more envelopes than we need. This means
your envelope number might not be the same as it has been. If anyone has any
questions, please feel free to contact Nancy Fairgrieve at 803-648-6891 ext. 217 or
email her at nfairgrieve@stjaiken.org.
News of the Family
Our Sympathies to:
Artie Proctor on the death of his mother, Sarah Proctor, who passed away
December 24, 2020 in Aiken, SC.
Sandy & Joe Revell on the death of Sandy’s father, Oscar L. Hicks, who passed
away December 24, 2020 in Tolono, IL.
Alice Boni and Brad, Kelly, Sullivan, Marina, & Abby Lawson Boni on the death of
Alice’s husband, Brad’s father, and the children’s grandfather, Albert Lawson Boni,
who passed away December 27, 2020 in Aiken, SC.
In Memoriam
Mrs. Sarah F. Proctor
December 24, 2020
Attendance—12/27/2020
8:30| 42 9:02| 78 11:00 (Both)| 103 6:00| 18
Total in Person| 241
9:02 Online Live| 765 11:00 Online Live| 418
Our Giving Growth
Operations Budget as of 12/30/2020
Year to date offerings given for what God is asking us to do: $ 2,085,573.05
Year to date ministry expenditures: $ 1,849,097.37
$ 236,475.68
Missions Budget: Year 2020/2021
Year to date offerings given for what God is
asking us to do in Missions: $181,039.86
Year to date Missions Disbursements: $172,650.00
Order of Worship— Traditional 8:30 A.M.
Welcome to all who are worshiping with us. In this time of uncertainty, we
pray you will find comfort through worship. You can view this service and
more throughout the week on our website stjaiken.org.
PRELUDE
CALL TO WORSHIP O Morning Star, How Fair and Bright
WELCOME & ANNOUNCEMENTS Rev. Butch Blackwell
HONDURAS PRESENTATION
OPENING HYMN NO. 230 O Little Town of Bethlehem
SCRIPTURE READING Isaiah 60:1-6
SERMON The Dawn of Hope Dr. Tim McClendon
*AFFIRMATION OF FAITH The Apostles’ Creed
I believe in God the Father Almighty, maker of heaven and earth; and in Jesus Christ His only
Son our Lord; who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under
Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead and buried; the third day He rose from the dead; He
ascended into heaven, and sitteth at the right hand of God the Father Almighty; from thence He
shall come to judge the quick and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic church,
the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life
everlasting. Amen.
*GLORIA PATRI Meineke
Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Ghost;
As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen. Amen.
ANTHEM Solo
Sung by Alysa Smith
PASTORAL PRAYER, LORD’S PRAYER, & CHORAL RESPONSE
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on
earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our trespasses, as we
forgive those who trespass against us. Lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For
thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory forever. Amen.
BRIEF INSTRUCTIONS FOR END OF SERVICE
*BENEDICTION
*DOXOLOGY
POSTLUDE
This is a time of great need, and our missions and church operations require our
continued generous giving. Please consider giving online, through text, through the
mail, or over the phone to help us ensure that our ministries here and around the
world are not adversely affected. More details can be found at stjaiken.org.
Order of Worship Welcome to all who are worshiping with us. In this time of uncertainty, we pray you will find comfort through worship. This service will be available LIVE today at 9:02 on our Facebook page facebook.com/stjohnsaiken/. Please watch and share with friends and family. You can view this service and more throughout the week on our St. John’s website www.stjaiken.org. PRAISE SONG While You Were Sleeping Casting Crowns WELCOME & ANNOUNCEMENTS Rev. Douglas Herlong HONDURAS PRESENTATION PRAISE SONG The First Noel Gardner/Third Day AFFIRMATION OF FAITH We Believe We believe in God the Father. We believe in Jesus Christ. We believe in the Holy Spirit and He's given us new life. We believe in the crucifixion. We believe that He conquered death. We believe in the resurrection and He's comin' back again. We believe. PASTORAL PRAYER & LORD’S PRAYER Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. Lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory forever. Amen. MUSICAL MEDITATION SCRIPTURE READING Isaiah 60:1-6 SERMON The Dawn of Hope Dr. Tim McClendon PRAISE SONG God Is With Us Casting Crowns BRIEF INSTRUCTIONS FOR END OF SERVICE OFFERING & BENEDICTION SENDING FORTH SONG This is a time of great need, and our missions and church operations require our continued generous giving. Please consider giving online, through text, through the mail, or over the phone to help us ensure that our ministries here and around the world are not adversely affected. More details can be found at stjaiken.org.
Order of Worship
Contemporary 11:00 AM
Welcome to all who are worshiping with us. In this time of uncertainty,
we pray you will find comfort through worship. You can view this service
and more throughout the week on our St. John’s website stjaiken.org.
PRAISE SONG While You Were Sleeping Casting Crowns
WELCOME & ANNOUNCEMENTS Rev. Douglas Herlong
PRAISE SONG The First Noel Gardner/Third Day
AFFIRMATION OF FAITH We Believe
We believe in God the Father. We believe in Jesus Christ. We believe in the Holy Spirit and He's
given us new life. We believe in the crucifixion. We believe that He conquered death. We believe
in the resurrection and He's comin' back again. We believe.
PASTORAL PRAYER & LORD’S PRAYER
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on
earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our trespasses, as we
forgive those who trespass against us. Lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For
thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory forever. Amen.
MUSICAL MEDITATION
SCRIPTURE READING Isaiah 60:1-6
SERMON The Dawn of Hope Dr. Tim McClendon
HONDURAS PRESENTATION
PRAISE SONG God Is With Us Casting Crowns
BRIEF INSTRUCTIONS FOR END OF SERVICE
OFFERING & BENEDICTION
SENDING FORTH SONG
This is a time of great need, and our missions and church operations require our
continued generous giving. Please consider giving online, through text, through the
mail, or over the phone to help us ensure that our ministries here and around the
world are not adversely affected. More details can be found at stjaiken.org.Order of Worship— Traditional 11:00 AM
Welcome to all who are worshiping with us. In this time of uncertainty, we
pray you will find comfort through worship. This service will be available LIVE
today at 11:00 on our Facebook page facebook.com/stjohnsaiken/. Please
watch and share with friends and family. You can view this service and more
throughout the week on our St. John’s website stjaiken.org.
PRELUDE
CALL TO WORSHIP O Morning Star, How Fair and Bright
WELCOME & ANNOUNCEMENTS Rev. Butch Blackwell
OPENING HYMN NO. 230 O Little Town of Bethlehem
*AFFIRMATION OF FAITH The Apostles’ Creed
I believe in God the Father Almighty, maker of heaven and earth; and in Jesus Christ His only
Son our Lord; who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under
Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead and buried; the third day He rose from the dead; He
ascended into heaven, and sitteth at the right hand of God the Father Almighty; from thence He
shall come to judge the quick and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic church,
the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life
everlasting. Amen.
*GLORIA PATRI Meineke
Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Ghost;
As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen. Amen.
ANTHEM You Are the Light Fettke
PASTORAL PRAYER, LORD’S PRAYER, & CHORAL RESPONSE
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on
earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our trespasses, as we
forgive those who trespass against us. Lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For
thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory forever. Amen.
SCRIPTURE READING Isaiah 60:1-6
SERMON The Dawn of Hope Dr. Tim McClendon
HONDURAS PRESENTATION
BRIEF INSTRUCTIONS FOR END OF SERVICE
*BENEDICTION
*DOXOLOGY
POSTLUDE
This is a time of great need, and our missions and church operations require our
continued generous giving. Please consider giving online, through text, through the
mail, or over the phone to help us ensure that our ministries here and around the
world are not adversely affected. More details can be found at stjaiken.org.You can also read
