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from Rev. C. Nels Ledwell
 
A Way to Reach Out
 
David Livingstone, the famous nineteenth-century missionary and explorer, was eager to travel into the uncharted lands of Central Africa to preach the gospel. On one occasion he arrived at the edge of a large territory that was ruled by a tribal chieftain. He was instructed to stop at the perimeter and wait. According to tradition, the chief would come out to meet him there. Livingstone could go forward only after an exchange was made. The chief would choose any item of Livingstone’s personal property that caught his fancy and keep it for himself, while giving the missionary something of his own in return.
 
Livingstone had few possessions with him, but he obediently spread them all out on the ground–his clothes, his books, his watch, and even the goat that provided him with milk, since chronic stomach problems kept him from drinking the local water. To his dismay, the chief took the goat. In return, the chief gave him a carved stick, shaped like a walking cane.
 
Livingstone was most disappointed. He began to gripe to God about what he viewed as a stupid walking cane. What could it do for him, compared to the goat who kept him well? Then one of the natives explained, “That’s not a walking cane. It’s the king’s very own scepter, and with it you will find entrance to every village in our country. The king has honored you greatly.”
 
The native was right. God opened Central Africa to Livingstone, and as successive evangelists followed him, wave after wave of conversions occurred.
 
We learn that when we, as the church, find the keys to the spiritual needs of our community, it will be similar to receiving the king’s scepter. With it, new doors will open to us. Dreams we’ve had for transforming, revitalizing or strengthening your church will now have ways of becoming reality. Why? Because we will have then started to truly reach out to change McCormick to make this community better offering Jesus.
 
See you in Church or online, so you can leave to be a true witness of Christ!
 
Your Pastor,
Nels
 

Preparing for Worship

Sunday, August 3, 2025
Eigth Sunday after Pentecost
Holy Communion
Scripture Lesson: Colossians 3: 1-17
Message: “Caught, Out of Uniform” – Rev. Ledwell
Hymns:
God Will Take Care of You
Jesus Calls Us
Leaning On the Everlasting Arms
Majesty, Worship His Majesty
One Day at a Time – Mitch Mitchell
Be Present at Our Table Lord
The Lord’s Prayer – Mitch Mitchell
I Am Thine, O Lord
 
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Our thanks to Kevin and Kerri Bowser Cauthen for sharing God’s love with us through their musical talents at our morning worship service and again at the concert last Sunday.

 
BEAUTY IN UNLIKELY PLACES
Marge and Sue have green thumbs that can grow beautiful flowers in flagstone.
 
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Our parsonage was dedicated on March 6, 1960. Notice that there was no addition on the left side of the house. Thanks to Garnett Wallace (Vintage McCormick County SC on Facebook) for posting this and other pictures on Facebook – a look back in time for McCormick.  Visit https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1Eqjp6xdEC/ to view additional photos.
 
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Volunteer to Host Coffee Hour

July and August volunteers needed. 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 Pastor Nels or 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

 
 

Women’s Retreat Coming Soon

Friday, August 15th and Saturday, August 16th

A study of Esther, “For Such a Time as This” will be presented on Friday, August 15th and Saturday, August 16th. You’ll not want to miss our special guest speaker from Florida!! Please plan on spending time with us each day, here at our own Church, from 9AM to 3PM. Lunch will be included. Please sign up in the Fellowship Hall and give your $20.00 check to Karen Hicks or Patsy in the office.
 

MMC CRAFT SHOW AND COOKIE FACTORY
OCTOBER 4 – 9am to 2pm
VENDORS NEEDED

Lindy Stahlman and Cindy Klausman are the new chairpersons for the Craft Show. Carol Tummons will be leading the bakers for the Cookie Factory.
 
Sue Wurtzbacher and Marge Radosevich will be asking for plants to sell in the Atrium. Watch for more details!
 
PLANT SALE If you are planning on repotting, separating plants, or rooting new plants, and would like to share your bounty, please consider sharing your plants by donating to the MMW Craft Show Plant Sale.
 
Marge and I will set up several tables (depending on how many plants we get) in the Atrium.
 
Also if you have extra pots you no longer need (no plastic) or garden accents we would love to accept them also.
We usually have the plants dropped off at the church Friday (Oct 3). If for some reason you need to bring them sooner, we can work something out.
 
Thank you in advance for sharing.
 
Marge Radosevich and Sue Wurtzbacher
 
VENDORS If you or a friend or neighbor is interested in participating in this year’s Craft Show, please email Lindy Stahlman. Lindy will send you the pricing information and registration form. Don’t hesitate, the spots fill up quickly!
 
Indoor tables (8 ft) cost $40 and all crafts must be handcrafted. We also offer tent space (you supply the tents) for $25. Items do not have to be handcrafted.
 
Again, there will be tons of baked goods in the Fellowship Hall. Watch for notices about what is needed as the year goes on.
 
The Men N’ Ministry will be selling brats cooked on the grill, as well as soda and chips.
 
It is always a fun day of fellowship while raising funds for our missions!
 
More details about the event are available at https://www.mccormickmc.org/craft-show-2025/