This Sunday, Katie will preach from John 14:15-21. We will also have a moment for mission from our Go & Serve partners and neighbor, the Carousel Center. 

This past Sunday was dived into John 14 as Jesus prepares his disciples for life after his earthly death. Katie reminds us Jesus is both the journey and the destination, both the way and the dwelling place itself. This transforms how we understand our faith journey. We're not trying to reach some distant heaven; we're learning to abide with Christ right now, in this moment, trusting that even through suffering, betrayal, and death, resurrection always comes. This is how we learn to live when our hearts are deeply troubled by grief, loss, and uncertainty.

As we meditate on John 14:1-14 try one of these practices this week:

1. Daily Trust Practice: Each morning this week pray: "Jesus, I trust you today with..." and name one specific concern or situation.
2. Comfort Someone: Reach out to someone who is going through a difficult goodbye or transition. Share Jesus's words of comfort with them or simply be present.
3. Memorize Scripture: Commit John 14:1 or John 14:6 to memory so you can recall Jesus's words when your heart is troubled.

by Emily Donovan

We are changing the way we send our Saints Alive weekly newsletter and other church-wide communications. We are returning to MailChimp for delivering mass email communications including our weekly newsletter. This means you may need to check your spam folders or change a setting in your email preferences to ensure our communications are reaching you in a timely manner. Stay tuned for more details.

During this transition, we are also giving Saints Alive a refresh. If you have any questions, or need assistance accessing Saints Alive, please contact Emily Donovan by clicking the link below.

by Emily Donovan

Want to hear just a sermon or share a powerful message with your friends and family? You can now access the sermon portion of Sunday morning worship services via our mobile app and/or website.

Within the mobile app, simply click the "Worship" tab at the bottom and then click "Sermons" which will direct you to a playlist of the most currently available Sunday morning messages. On the website, hover your mouse over the "Worship" tab at the top of the screen and then click "Previous Worship" which directs you to our catalog of sermons, full worship services, and worship bulletins. Both sections get updated weekly. 

by Julian March

Click the link below to read the latest session report. 

by Sue McCaffray

Confused about our schedule? Here's the rundown for May and beyond:

MAY 17: Sunday School at 10:00 am.
MAY 24: Walking in the Word & Living Faith at 9:00 am.
MAY 31: Breakfast Sunday at 11:00 am in Brown Hall (no Sunday School).

In June, we have a combined Sunday school class taught by staff for all adults in Rm 214 at 9:00 am (see below). Walking in the Word meets all summer at 9:00 am in Rm 236, studying the book of Acts. Everyone is welcome.

Venture, Evans-Feezor, and Living Faith join the combined class in June and then break until Labor Day weekend.

Stillpoint continues to meet Mondays at 5 via Zoom.

Questions? Please contact Sue McCaffray.

by Sue McCaffray

Join us whenever you can for four great parables of Jesus, seen through the lens of Amy-Jill Levine's book, "Short Stories by Jesus." We meet at 9:00 am before worship in ROOM 214 (Living Faith).

June 7: The Rich Man and Lazarus (Parker)
June 14: The Widow and the Judge (Sue)
June 21: The Pharisee and the Tax Collector (Jen)
June 28: The Laborers in the Vineyard (Katie)

All interested youth are also most welcome. Bring a friend!

by Susan Dykes

Click the button below to view April's financial highlights.

by Lynn Warner

Come and have a fun and meaningful week with awesome children! Our theme this year is "ROAD TRIP - ON THE GO WITH GOD." We'll be traveling to various locations learning about all the ways that God is always with us and we need your help!

Volunteers are needed to shepherd children, help with crafts, food, recreation, storytelling, music and afternoon activities as well.

Preschool meets from 9:00 am - 12:00 pm and the elementary age children meet from 9:00 am -3:00 p m each day the week of June 22-26.

Volunteers are needed to help only in the mornings, only in the afternoons or all day! You will be blessed as you are a blessing to those with whom you share your faith!

Please contact Lynn Warner at 614-746-5797 or click the button below to email Lynn if you have questions or are ready to jump in! I promise we will have fun!

by Kent Anderson

Nominations for next year's church officers are NOW OPEN. Nominations can be made online or via a Nomination form found on the back of our pews, as well as various locations in the church. Forms can be placed in the offering plates or turned into the church office. Please submit nominations by May 26.

Grab some friends and head to Chipotle on Wednesday, May 6 from 5-9. A percentage of sales from our diners that night will be donated to the preschool. If you order online please use code: KG72RK6. Contact René Sasser for more information.

May’s Bible study will be led by Beth Cherry. The theme is "The Road to Emmaus."  Jesus did not abandon his followers; we are not alone, for the Spirit of God is with us.  Main Scripture passage is Luke 24:13-35. Same lesson each day.

Get ready for an electrifying night with the Benny Hill Jazz Quartet as part of our concert series! With over 30 years of experience, Benny has captivated audiences, drawing inspiration from legendary artists like John Coltrane and Charlie Parker, while infusing his performances with a distinct and vibrant style. Benny’s improvisations on the alto saxophone are not only reminiscent of the jazz greats but also reflect his unique artistry. Don’t miss the chance to enjoy the captivating sounds of the Benny Hill Jazz Quartet!

Our high school seniors will be leading worship at both services on Sunday, May 31st.  Please join us to celebrate them.

Join your church family for our Fifth Sunday Breakfast on May 31 in Brown Hall between worship services. It's been a long time! We will recognize all of our Christian Education teachers and enjoy our time together.

On April 19, the Wilmington Chapter of the American Guild of Organists (AGO) held a Pedals, Pipes, and Pizza event in the SACPC choir loft and dining room. The AGO sponsors Pedals, Pipes, and Pizza for piano students who are eight to eighteen years old. The purpose is to give the students a chance to see what a pipe organ is like.

We hosted eight students and their parents, which is great. Some of the children attend a church with no organ, so it was nice that they could see the beautiful SACPC Casavant organ. We had six AGO members present. The organists explained and demonstrated the organ, and explained how playing the organ is different from playing the piano.

Students are always encouraged to play the organ at PPP events. Sara Bryant, SACPC organist, sat on the bench with them to set up sounds they wanted. They all had different approaches. One boy announced that he would play “Liebestraum" with the melody played with his feet, and he impressively got through the first phrase. One girl wanted trumpet on one manual, chimes on another, and flutes on the third. She made up an abstract piece that was quite amazing. Another boy had worked out how to play the beginning of the Bach Halloween piece, the prelude in D minor, and he had a good time playing that very loudly. All eight students played the organ, and several had to be asked to leave the bench by their parents to give someone else a turn.

After everyone had played, a pizza lunch was served in the dining room.

It is wonderful that SACPC was willing to host Pedals, Pipes, and Pizza! 

Our May collection of items for local ministries will be for our neighbor, The Carousel Center. The Center provides a "one-stop shop" of services for children who have suffered abuse. Everything from intakes, interviews with law enforcement, medical examinations, and counseling is available under one roof, thus limiting the trauma retelling their story causes. We'll be collecting the following items to provide snacks for the children:

Single serving pre-packaged snacks (no peanut ingredients please): 

• popcorn
• chips
• pretzels
• animal crackers
• granola bars
• dried fruit packs
• Juicy-Juice boxes

Microwaveable single serve lunches such as:

• mac-n-cheese
• chicken noodle soup
• oodles of noodles

Thank you for helping to feed these precious children.

SACPC members and friends are invited to participate in the preparation of casseroles for the clients of the Domestic Violence Shelter during the months of April, May, and June. Aluminum casserole pans and tops are available in the mailroom under the white cabinet beside the freezer. Instructions for making the casseroles at home and then delivering them back to the church on Sundays can be found in the DVSS notebook.  For additional information, please contact Carol Query at 910-470-3127 or at caroldq63@gmail.com.

Get ready for CAMP FUSION 2026: Road Trip: On the Go with God. Registration is now open! This one-of-a-kind experience combines the elements of VBS, music, creative arts, and mission work! Space is limited so register early. Needs based scholarships available.

Grades K - 5th Full Day
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Completed Grades K - 5th
Registration: $120/per child
(includes camp T-Shirt, snack & lunch)

Preschool Half Day
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Ages 3 years old (potty trained) - Have not completed kindergarten
Registration: $50/per child
(includes camp T-Shirt & snack)

If you have any questions please contact Lynn Warner.

PLEASE NOTE: You may make a non-refundable 50% deposit on this trip to reserve your spot. Full balance must be paid no later than May 1st!! We will be taking a group of high school students to the Montreat Youth Conference June 14th-20th. Spots are limited and will be open to members of our Youth Group initially, and then open to friends, if space allows. Trip cost is: $600/person.

We will be taking a group to the Middle School Conference at Massanetta Springs. This trip is for CURRENT 6th - 8th grade students. Registration will initially be opened to members of our youth group, and then open to friends, as space allows. Trip cost: $400/person.

The children in the preschool at SACPC are learning how to care for God’s good creation. They plant and then they sing, "I plant a little seed in the cold dark ground…" The sweet voices of God’s love.

Please contact Shelley Hobson or Gwen Behen if you wish to join the Earth Care Team

Thank you for contributing to the work and love of Jesus through St. Andrews-Covenant Presbyterian Church. Your gifts enable us to stay Faithfully Present in Our Community by providing beneficial programs and spiritual events that lift up, motivate, and provide joy!

Financial updates will be provided each month.  If you have any questions, please contact Susan Dykes, Financial Administrator, 910-762-9693x207, sdykes@sacpc.org; or our Church Treasurer, Ed Hobson, treasurer@sacpc.org.

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Prayer requests: Click here to tell us about your need.

Hospitalizations: Please here to email Rev. Harrington and Rev. Lucas or call the church office at 910.762.9693 to leave a message.

Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again:  Rejoice!  Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.
Philippians 4:4-6

The passing of a longtime member, Daniel Jasper "Jackie or DJ" Black, who passed away on April 25 at his home. Please pray for his wife, Mary Ellen, and the rest of their family as they grieve his loss.  

Louise Gorham, who is currently in rehab with pneumonia.

Meryl Franck, who is recovering from surgery on Monday, May 4th.
 
Mission team working in WNC on Altamont UMC and a community member's home: Gary Smith, Parker Lucas, Bill Landen, Jack Richardson, Kurt Kronenfeld, John Pasquariello, Ken Fisher, John Bohbrink, David Smith, Jake Bron, Doug Lucas, Carl Hinds, Don Harris, and Mike DeCocco

Vickie Lapp, who is scheduled for outpatient surgery on Tuesday May 5th, to remove some of the metal from her foot put in place after the fall last year.

Stephanie Holder’s cousin, Jennifer Steenbergen, who has been waiting 3 years for a kidney and pancreas transplant. They found a match and she was set for the transplant but her blood glucose was dangerously high so the transplant could not be performed.

Pat Hardee’s friend, Tess Roney, who had successful surgery to remove a mass which was benign.

Billy Purdom (Navy War College, Newport, Rhode Island ), Brennan Litzinger (Fort Bliss, Texas), Bradley Garrett (Coast Guard, Elizabeth City), Smith Beacham (Army at Fort Stewart, GA)

May 6: Clay Harris, David Lensch
May 8: Page Tootoo
May 11: Maggie Butner, Donna Phillips, Herb Strickler
May 12: Stephanie Gray Hackney

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