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From The Lay Leaders Desk

I found this devotional by Lawrence O. Richards interesting, and I wanted to share it with you.
Matthew 9:1-13

Some folks scoff at Christianity as “pie in the sky by and by.” Others just shrug and say they’ll wait and find out after they die.

When Jesus was here, He made sure no one had to wait to see. He told a paralytic, “Your sins are forgiven.” When some bystanders were upset by this claim, He offered proof. “So that you may know the Son of man has authority on earth to forgive sins.” He told the paralyzed man, “Get up, take your mat and go home.”
 
When the man stood up, and walked, the authority of Jesus was proved. The men of that day knew that Jesus could forgive sins.
 
But how about our day? The next story is for us. It’s the story of a man named Matthew who sat at a tax booth. In the first century such men were scorned as sinners, and most did extort more money than was due. Jesus came to Matthew’s booth and told him, “Follow Me.” And Matthew got up and followed.
 
Matthew the tax collector. Matthew, whose friends were the outcasts of pious society, became a follower of Jesus.
This is the proof we see all around us of the fact that when Jesus says, “Your sins are forgiven,” our sins truly are. Forgiveness makes just as dramatic a change in the moral life of the believer as Jesus’ healing did in the frozen limbs of the paralytic.
 

A world that wants proof that Jesus saves can find it in the transformed lives of those who have accepted Him as Savior.

Personal application: Your life is to be presented to the world as evidence that Jesus saves.

 

Preparing for Worship

Sunday, October 19, 2025
Nineteenth Sunday after Pentecost
Stewardship Sunday
Scripture Lesson: Isaiah 58:7-10
Message: “God’s Idea”  – Wendy Kvale
Hymns:
O Jesus, I have Promised
His Name is Wonderful
Take My Life and Let It
Living for Jesus
Anthem: Gift of Love  – Chancel Choir
 

CRAFT SHOW

Our Craft Show / Cookie Factory was Huge Success! With at least $2,700 raised for missions, lots of new friends made, and perfect weather- what a blessing!
 
Thank you for the hours of baking, crafting, grilling, setting up- AND putting the church back into shape for worship on Sunday! Also, thank you to everyone that donated plants, pots, seeds, and yard art for the Plant Sale in the Atrium Saturday. It was a beautiful day, and we were able to find homes for almost every item that was donated. We hope your new treasures brighten your home and gardens!  
 
Visit https://www.mccormickmc.org/craft-show-cookie-factory-2025/ for additional photos from the event.
 

Stewardship

Our Lay Leader, Wendy Kvale is sharing messages on the “Joy of Giving” during this “Stewardship Month”, using scripture and a small, yet powerful book, “The Treasure Principle” by Randy Alcorn, recommended to us by Pastor Nels. We were touched by this section which is the basis of the messages we are enjoying:
 
“You can’t take it with you, but you can send it on ahead.
 
There are six keys to this principle:
-God owns everything and I am His money manager.
-My heart always goes where I put God’s money.
-Heaven – not earth- is my home.
-Live not for the dot (life), but the line (eternity).
-Giving is the only antidote to materialism.
-God prospers me, not to raise my standard of living but to raise my standard of giving.
 
We pray you will join us Sunday October 19 for our service of celebration as we bring our 2026 estimate of giving cards to the altar, then go for cake, ice cream and more sharing and fellowship.
 
With love in Christ,
Marsha, Don, Lindy, and Ron
Your 2026 Stewardship Team
 

Volunteer to Host Coffee Hour

Sign up sheet is in the Fellowship Hall.
 

MATTHEW AND KRISTI SCALES

MISSION IN UGANDA

 
 
 
 
How To Support
If you feel drawn to support their mission financially you can write a check, payable to MMC and noted Uganda Mission and put it in collection plate, bring it by the office, or mail to the church (McCormick Methodist Church, PO Box 267, McCormick, SC 29835).
—or—
 

STEPHEN MINISTRY
READY TO LISTEN

 
If you are experiencing any type of difficulty and you need someone to listen to you, with whom you can share your feelings and receive acceptance and Christian love, please consider being in a relationship with a Stephen Minister at MMC.
 
Start by calling one of the Stephen Leaders and begin a ‘fellowship’ with a Stephen Minister. We may be reached through the church office at (864) 852-2394.
 

CONGREGATIONAL CARE COMMITTEE

The Congregational Care Committee wants you to know they are there to help you if you ever need transportation, meals or a visitor! Please contact Kim Jackson if you or someone you know needs help or if you would like to be added to the list of volunteers.
 

Volunteers Needed for Congregational Care Team

Dear Church Family,
 
One of the most powerful ways we reflect the love of Christ is by caring for one another in times of need. Whether someone is recovering from surgery, facing a difficult season, or navigating a time of grief, small
acts of kindness—like a hot meal, a ride to an appointment, or a friendly visit—can make a world of difference.
 

We are currently building a list of volunteers who are willing to step in when needs arise. You don’t need to commit to every request—just let us know how you feel called to help:

Meal Ministry – Provide or deliver a home-cooked or store-bought meal to someone in need.

Transportation Help – Offer rides to church, appointments, or errands for those unable to drive.

Visitation Ministry – Visit homebound members or those in the hospital or care facilities to provide companionship and encouragement.

 
If you’re willing to be on our list of helpers in any of these areas, please send Kim Jackson an email  or add
your name/email to the sign-up sheet in Fellowship Hall.
 
You’ll be contacted as needs arise, with the opportunity to accept or decline depending on your schedule.
 
Let’s continue being the hands and feet of Jesus—loving one another well in both big and small ways.
 
In Christ’s love,
Your Congregational Care Team
 

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Upcoming Events

 
 

PRAYER GROUP

Prayer Group will be meeting Sunday mornings at 9:15. We will meet every Sunday during October for prayer before the service. Everyone is invited to pray with us. Meet in the Library. See you Sunday.
 

24:7 Small Group

The group meets on the first and third Fridays of the month at 10 a.m. Their mission emphasis is mental health. 24:7 is open to all, so any who would like to be a part of this experience please do so. Please contact Linda Kidd if you would like additional information.
 

Widows Connection

Widows Connection Meetings are held monthly on the fourth Monday at 5 p.m. from September to May. For questions, contact Toni Graham or Linda Kidd.
 

PROJECT LINUS

Blanket Day

Project Linus is going to sponsor a “Blanket Day” on Saturday, October 18, 9am to 12 noon at the Senior Center in McCormick. Everyone is invited to attend and help make no-sew blankets (fleece) as well as things for crocheters (crocheting around fleece which is so quick) and even kits for people who sew to take home and bring back the next month. (Having them the 3rd Saturday of every month except December.)
 
MMC is now a sponsor of Project Linus in this area so I would love to get people from the church and the area to come and help!
 
If you have any questions, please let me know.
 
Warm Regards,
Julianne Coleman
 

TOWN HALL MEETING

McCormick Methodist Church Council is calling a Town Hall meeting for all professing members on Sunday, October 19, 2025, at 4PM. With our disaffiliation two years ago, we voted to go independent. At that time, the Global Church was newly forming in South Carolina, and we didn’t have much information about the structure and nature of their vision. Since then, some people are requesting an update on their activity and would like to know if staying independent is the best road to be on.

Please join us, along with Pastor Dan Griswold for an informal Town Hall meeting, Sunday, October 19, 2025 at 4PM. There will be a presentation followed by a question-and-answer session. If there is interest in joining the Global Church a Church wide Conference will be held for all professing members to participate in any voting.

Wendy Kvale, VP of Council
For Jim Hicks, Council Chair

 

EVANGELISM MEETING

The Evangelism Committee will have a meeting on October 22 at 1:00pm in the Fellowship Hall to discuss the Christmas Open House. Anyone interested in attending is urged to do so.
 

Cowboy Supper

Saturday, October 25

Games Begin at 2:00PM

Hello Church cowboys!!!! We’re resurrecting our famous Hobo Stew supper and changing it to a Cowboy Supper!!! Same fun, fellowship and food!
 
DATE: Saturday, October 25
TIME: 2:00PM
WHAT TO BRING:
  • Please bring your own chair
  • Sign up in fellowship hall to bring something for the church food pantry
  • Yard games if you have them
  • Your own beverages
  • Your own can of veggies to be added to the cauldron
See Pat Meyers for details.