August 2018

The DiscipleA Monthly Publication of St. Jude's Church

“The purpose of St. Jude's Church is to spread the Gospel of Jesus Christ by proclaiming through words, actions and love the GoodNews of God in Christ; to provide for spiritual growth and to minister, with love, to the needs of this congregation and to all people.” 907 Wichman Street h Walterboro, S.C. 29488 The Rev. David K. Sutcliffe Rectore-mail: stjudes@lowcountry.com online: www.stjudeswalterboro.com (843) 5 4 9 -1050

There's nothing like a good old gospel tune to fill my heartwith joy and the movie, O Brother Where Art There, was

full of good ones. It surely fits where my heart has beenof late.

The Good Ol' Way

“So now the LORD says...Stop right where you are! Lookfor the old, godly way, and walk in it. Travel its path, andyou will find rest for your souls.”

~Jeremiah 6:16a

One of my favorite songs from that movie is: “Down tothe River to Pray” by Allison Krauss. A few lyrics are:

“As I went down in the river to pray...Studying about thatgood ol' way...And who shall wear the starry crown?

Good Lord show me the way!...O sisters let's godown...Let's go down, come on down...O sisters let's godown...Down in the river to pray. As I went down in the

river to pray...Studying about that good ol' way...And whoshall wear the robe & crown? Good Lord show me the

way. O brothers le t's go down...Let's go down, come ondown...Come on brothers, let's go down...Down in theriver to pray.”

Does that song not paint a beautiful picture? Visualize

this: you have walked down a narrow dirt covered path,and now you are sitting on the bank of a tranquil river.You are watching it flow quietly downstream. The ripples

of the water are graceful and smooth, and the scenerysurrounding you is exhibiting a serene back drop. You

begin to experience the presence of the Creator of theworld near you. You initiate a prayer beginning withthankfulness in your heart for the beauty that is encircling

you. God's peace quietly begins to ooze into your soul,and you eventually begin to find your much needed rest.

Where is the ancient path, in other words, the “good ol'way” for God's people to follow? The old path for the

righteous to travel was long-ago established by God.For example, two prophets in the Old Testament, suchas Jeremiah and Ezekiel, were pointing out the way by

speaking about repentance, and to believe in thecoming of the Messiah.

In the New Testament, in the Book of John, Jesusspeaking to Thomas said: “I am the way...No one

comes to the Father except through me.” Jesus Christis the way, the “good ol' way”, which will lead you

from darkness to light; from oppression to freedom;from gloom to happiness, and the Kingdom of God.

So brothers and sisters, why not go “down in the riverto pray” to study “about that good ol' way”. Ask the

“Lord (to) show (you) the way!” It is a sure way, a waywhere you can stand on His promise(s) where you willreceive rest for your soul. You can say: I found Him; I

found the “good ol' (godly) way”, down by the river!

“Let's go down, come on down...Down in the river topray”!

Lord God, thank You for showing us the old way,which is the good way to walk in. Help us to always

seek the godly way. Amen.

~ Ann Brock, Daily Prayer

Submitted by Gary Brightwell

MUSIC NOTES

Chris tmas in August - Preview of Noels: Music andpart predominant CDs dominant will be distributed at theBack To Choir rehearsal on Wednesday, August 8, 2018. Afterwards, a choir party will be held at the Martins. Newcomers are most welcome!

Rehearsal in church from 6-7PM, party to follow.

Our plans for fall weeknight rehearsals will be discussedat this rehearsal and party.

A MESSAGE FROM THE TREASURER

ST. JUDE’S FINANCES UPDATE

Summer is upon us and many of us have been travelingor out of pocket. While this makes keeping up with oursteward commitments somewhat inconvenient, parishlife continues here at St. Jude’s. Recently, pledgestatements were mailed reflecting year-to–date giving;take time to review yours and contact ParishAdministrator, Lisa Marsh, at the parish office with anyquestions. With the end of summer, now is a good timeto get caught up. Open plate offering givers may want toconsider Sundays missed in accessing their 2018 giving. While much uncertainty exists in our long-term future,there is one thing for sure: The operation and ministryof St. Jude’s continues! That said, we rely on theloyal support of all our parishioners.

Thank you for your commitment and your Christianstewardship by supporting our parish.

Robert L.A. SmithParish Treasurer

Would like to thank everyonefor taking time to help outwith this ministry.CONTINENTALBREAKFAST will now beserved until September 9

when full breakfast begins.

THANKS, Dana Cheney

AUGUST BIRTHDAYSIf your name is not on the list, please contact thechurch office. 1 Amy Richardson 18 Brad Peurifoy 1 J.P. Downey 20 Bobbi Greene 2 Andrew Harvin 22 Arnie Greene 3 Scott Harvin 25 Wayne Keith11 Alice Cinader 27 Glenn Utsey13 Kallie Peurifoy 28 Sydney Haynes16 Riley Downey 31 Eve Richardson18 Joe Grange

PARISH FAMILIESMINISTERED TO... Charles and Cindy Lucas, AnnHughes, Bobbi and Artie Greene

and Eve Richardson

We try to have an ongoing Food/Flower/Card/Soup Ministry and wefeel bad when we do not know or find out late about a need in ourchurch family. Please be certain to contact the church office and letus know of a need in our parish family whether it’s a meal or a visitfrom the Rector.

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THE ALTAR GUILD

The Altar Guild will meet to polish BRASS on thesecond Thursday of every month at 5PM until finished.Please plan to join us on Thursday, August 9.

The DOK meets on the first Thursday of each month at6PM. The only requirement for membership is acommitment to prayer and serving our Lord! If you areinterested in learning more about DOK please join us onThursday, August 2, 6pm, at or contact Ann Walters, (843)563-2271, or MarianneHolmes, (843) 844-8400.

to Ben & Susan Harrison on the birth of their great-grandson, Benjamin Homer Lemacks, born on June 22 toVictoria and Gator Lemacks. Mom, Dad and big sister,Annabelle, are doing well.

2 - Daughters of the King Meeting, 6PM2 - Question and Answer Session with the Bishop,

7PM5 - Open plate offering is designated for the

Rector’s Discretionary Fund8 - Wednesday Night Choir Rehearsals resume,

6-7PM in church9 - Altar Guild polishes brass, 5 until11 - Community Block Party, 9AM-12noon. Theme

this year is "Take God Back to School."13 - Vestry Meeting, 5:30 PM20 - Deadline for Newsletter Submissions26 - The Lunch Bunch at Dogwood Hills at noon.

THANKS TO. . .....To everyone for helping to keep the St. Jude'sPantry stocked with bags of food and giving themaway on Food Pantry days....To those who volunteered to cook meals for theYouth Group in June and July: Margie Williams,Martie & Erwin Hooker, Gilda Barnwell, Cindy &Charles Lucas, Harper & J P Downey, CharlotteValentine, Laura Reasonover.

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Dear friends,My family joins me in expressing our deepappreciation for your support throughout these pastyears of Billy’s (my husband) illness. Your cards, food and prayers gave us much comfort.The reception after the service was loverly.

We are so blessed!

Love,Eve Richardson

THE LUNCH BUNCHContact: Susan Martin

or Marilyn Petersat Dogwood Hills at noon.

BIBLE STUDY GROUPS(If your group is not listed please call the church office549-1050)

Monday Night Women's Bible Study, 6PM. Pleasecontact Debbie Jones (866-7725) for additionalinformation.

Parish Hall Security:

Several times last month, different doors were leftunlocked or not physically closed all the way.PLEASE, if you are among last to leave or alone inparish hall, double check all locks on single anddouble doors. Do not assume doors are closed orlocked. Double check them by pulling on doors fromoutside.

YOUTH SUPPER VOLUNTEERS

The following parishioners have volunteered toprepare supper for the Youth group on Wednesdaynights during the month of August.

August1 Emily & Charles Bridges 908-30068 Tracy & Johnny Johnston 549-116515 Debbie & Marvin Jones 866-773523 Gale Doggette 538-769329 Kathie & Bob Smith 538-3722

If you would like to volunteer to prepare a meal forthe Youth group please contact Marianne Holmes @844-8400.

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St. Jude's Youth is again partnering with Word for LifeMinistries, Rock Solid Church, and Walterboro ChristianCenter to hold a Community Block Party, Saturday,August 11, 9AM-12noon. Theme this year is "Take GodBack to School."

All donations should be made to St Jude's anddesignated to Youth Outreach.

REGIONAL MEETING

Question and Answer Session with the Bishop, The Rt. Rev. Mark J. Lawrence.

St. Jude's Church907 Wichman Street

Thursday, August 2, at 7:00PM, over no later than 8:30PM.

For all parishioners; everyone is encouraged to attend.

The first priority of the Church is always proclamationof the Good News of Jesus Christ; in all the manifoldways the Body of Christ accomplishes that task together.

There are many obstacles, however, that can disruptthe mission of the Church and distract us from ourprimary task. These events drain away our energy andnegatively impact our missionary effectiveness.

Bishop Mark Lawrence will be leading gatherings atfive locations around the Diocese at which he willspeak to some of the current events that sap ourstrength, answer questions and reflect on how tore-focus and build a Kingdom and Gospel mindset.All clergy and laity are invited to the gatherings.

July 31: Florence/Orangeburg Deaneries7 p.m. at Holy Comforter, Sumter

August 2: Beaufort Deanery7 p.m. at St. Jude’s, Walterboro

August 7: Charleston Deanery6:30 p.m. at the Cathedral of St. Luke and St. Paul,Charleston

August 8: Georgetown Deanery6:30 p.m. at Trinity, Myrtle Beach

August 9: West Charleston Deanery7 p.m. at Saint James, James Island Feel free to attend whichever meeting is mostconvenient.

Helpful ResourcesAmong the current challenges to mission for some isthe promotion of congregational division by TEC andits local advocates. Helpful resources in the meantimewe encourage for your use are Why The Battle,Litigation Facts and the witness of the Rev. Matt andAnne Kennedy to their experience with Bp. Adams atGood Shepherd, Binghamton. (The transcript of theinterview is available as well. ) All are helpful toolsand useful background to the coming conversationswith the Bishop.

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VESTRY NOTESJune 11, 2018

Treasurer’s Report: 6-1-18 – 6-30-18 1-1-18 – 6-30-18 Actual Budget Actual BudgetIncome:Open Plate 1,953.55 1,416.67 10,793.50 8,500.00Pledge 9,510.00 14,744.50 85,185.76 88,467.00Other 0.00 333.33 651.00 2,000.00

14 May 2018

Father Sutcliffe opened the meeting with prayer. TheMinutes for 9 April were approved with one correction.

Father Sutcliffe announced that at the 10:30AM serviceon 20 May, individuals going on mission trips will becommissioned. Later in June there will be an installationof new members of Daughters of the King. With theagreement of the Vestry, for the summer Father Sutcliffewill normally be coming to Walterboro on Saturdays andSundays. It was agreed that no newsletter would be sentduring July because it is usually a slow time.

Susan Martin announced that St Jude's wouldsupport a Kid's Club as a way of reaching more children. The first will take place on 16 May. In addition, ourVacation Bible School, themed Ship Wrecked, will takeplace 11-14 June.

Kathie Smith announced that the ContingencyPlan Committee had met and all inventory reports excepttwo were now complete and received.

Patti Lohr reported that required training for theAlzheimer's support group was completed but the grouphad not yet received the approval of the Council onAging to begin meeting.

Marvin Jones reported that the MemorialsCommittee has recommended to the Vestry that oralhistories be taken from the older members of the churchand that Cards be printed with a picture of the Church onone side and a message of prayer on the other to be sentto the sick, individuals that have lost family members orotherwise need the prayer of the church. The Vestryapproved both recommendations.

Marilyn Peters reported that the name of the Churchwomen's group was now the Anglican ChurchWomen.

Rick Hawkins closed with prayer.

11 June 2018

Father Sutcliffe opened the meeting with prayer. TheMinutes for the meeting of 14 May were approvedwith corrections.

Father Sutcliffe and the Vestry discussed the denial bythe U.S. Supreme Court of our petition for Writ ofCertiorari. A Diocesan Clergy meeting was scheduledfor later in the week to get more information on thelitigation. Father David reminded the Vestry that thefuture is uncertain and it is important to rememberthat we are in God's hands and remain faithful.

Junior Warden Madison Utsey reported on continuingmaintenance and repair needs in the rectory, the smallpantry storage building and grounds. The Vestryagreed that the air conditioner in the small building beremoved.

Patti Lohr reported that she and Rhonda Hiott wouldbe meeting with Father Sutcliffe and Co-SeniorWarden Gary Brightwell to discuss the use of SkardonHall for the Alzheimer's Support Group.

Kathie Smith reported on behalf of the Pastoral CareCommittee as to meals delivered and cards sent tothose in need.

Jack Jackson reported for the Search Committee thatthe survey questionnaire would soon be sent to theparish.

Marilyn Peters closed with a prayer.

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St. Jude's Church907 Wichman Street

Walterboro, South Carolina 29488

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St. Jude’s ChurchThe Episcopal Diocese of South Carolina

St. Jude's has worship servicesSunday at

8:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist9:30 a.m. Christian Education

10:30 a.m. Holy EucharistWednesdays at

5:30 p.m. Youth Group

The Discipleis published monthly by

St. Jude's Church907 Wichman Street

Walterboro, SC 29488and can be found online at

www.stjudeswalterboro.comOffice Hours: Monday, Tuesday and Thursday,

9AM-2PM

The Lord Jesus Christ,Head of the Church

The Rt. Rev. Mark Lawrence, BishopThe Rev. David K. Sutcliffe, RectorDavid Martin, Organist/Choirmaster

Bob Smith, Parish TreasurerLisa Marsh, Parish Administrator

Vestry MembersMarvin Jones, Co-Senior Warden ‘18

Gary Brightwell, Co-Senior Warden, Evangelism ‘20

Madison Utsey, Junior Warden, Fellowship ‘19Jack Jackson, Bldg. & Grounds ‘18

Kathie Smith, Fellowship ‘18Julia Waddell, Youth ‘18

Susan Martin, Christian Ed ‘19Marilyn Peters, DCW ‘19Sue Hinson, Finance ‘20Patti Lohr, Outreach ‘20

Ann Hughes, Pastoral Care ‘20

A PRAYER FOR ST. JUDE'S

O heavenly Father, in whom we live and move andhave our being: We humbly pray you so to guide and

govern St. Jude's by your Holy Spirit, that in ourgoals, our plans and our actions, we might always

seek and heed your voice, follow your guidance, andpursue that course of action which will build your

Church, and glorify your name, through Jesus Christour Lord. AMEN.

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