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Apison Announcements! - Bulletin, Upcoming Events & Reminders
August 8, 2025
Weekly Reflection
"It is Christ first and last and always. He is to be with us, not only at the beginning and the end of our course, but at every step of the way."
– Steps to Christ, p. 69
Life is filled with beginnings and endings—seasons that start with excitement and seasons that close with bittersweet goodbyes. This Sabbath will mark one of those moments as it is Pastor Ryan's last Sabbath with us. At the same time, another chapter begins as the students and staff of LCA prepare for the start of a brand-new school year next week.
In all of life’s transitions—whether stepping into something new or closing a beloved chapter—this truth remains unshaken: Jesus is with us. He is not only the One who launches us forward and welcomes us home at the end, but the Companion who walks beside us at every step in between. When we abide in Christ, we find strength for the challenges, joy for the blessings, and peace in the unknown.
This Sabbath, may we keep our eyes on Him—Christ first, last, and always—trusting that His presence will be enough for every season ahead.
Reflection Questions:
– Steps to Christ, p. 69
Life is filled with beginnings and endings—seasons that start with excitement and seasons that close with bittersweet goodbyes. This Sabbath will mark one of those moments as it is Pastor Ryan's last Sabbath with us. At the same time, another chapter begins as the students and staff of LCA prepare for the start of a brand-new school year next week.
In all of life’s transitions—whether stepping into something new or closing a beloved chapter—this truth remains unshaken: Jesus is with us. He is not only the One who launches us forward and welcomes us home at the end, but the Companion who walks beside us at every step in between. When we abide in Christ, we find strength for the challenges, joy for the blessings, and peace in the unknown.
This Sabbath, may we keep our eyes on Him—Christ first, last, and always—trusting that His presence will be enough for every season ahead.
Reflection Questions:
- How can I intentionally invite Christ to walk with me through every moments this week?
- What is one way I can encourage someone else to keep their eyes on Jesus during a season of change?
Week At A Glance
August 9 (Today) Church Luncheon in the Fellowship Room after service.
August 9 (Today) Vespers 7 p.m. Did Jesus ever repent?
August 10 (Sunday) Men’s Bible Study 7 p.m. at Apison Behavioral Health.
August 11 (Monday) LCAS First day of School. Welcome back, students!
August 12 (Tuesday) Group Bible Study 10 a.m. Studying Desire of Ages.
August 12 (Tuesday) Finance Committee Meeting 6 p.m.
August 12 (Tuesday) Executive Committee Meeting 7 p.m.
August 13 (Wednesday) Pathfinder Registration 6 p.m. in the gym. Come join for an epic year with the Apison Black Bears Pathfinder Club!
August 13 (Wednesday) Prayer Meeting 6:30 p.m. Zechariah 5 & 6.
August 15 (Friday) Youth Vespers 6 p.m.
August 9 (Today) Vespers 7 p.m. Did Jesus ever repent?
August 10 (Sunday) Men’s Bible Study 7 p.m. at Apison Behavioral Health.
August 11 (Monday) LCAS First day of School. Welcome back, students!
August 12 (Tuesday) Group Bible Study 10 a.m. Studying Desire of Ages.
August 12 (Tuesday) Finance Committee Meeting 6 p.m.
August 12 (Tuesday) Executive Committee Meeting 7 p.m.
August 13 (Wednesday) Pathfinder Registration 6 p.m. in the gym. Come join for an epic year with the Apison Black Bears Pathfinder Club!
August 13 (Wednesday) Prayer Meeting 6:30 p.m. Zechariah 5 & 6.
August 15 (Friday) Youth Vespers 6 p.m.
What's Coming Up & Announcements
| Lost & Found Items: Please see the Lost and Found items in the hallway today. Anything unclaimed will be donated. Thank you. August 19 (Tuesday) School Board Meeting 7 p.m. August Sabbath Luncheon Updates: The 23rd: Please invite someone home for lunch, especially visitors! The 30th: Church potluck in the gym. August 24 (Sunday) Church Business Meeting 10 a.m. All members are encouraged to attend this important decision-making meeting. Thank You! In recognition of the love and dedication of Agnes & Leonard Thomas to the King of the universe during their years of service at Apison, we, the members, are expressing our appreciation to the Thomas children for the generous gift of $298,000 to be used for needed renovations. Pathfinder Staff Help Needed: Novice or experienced working with youth. If you have a heart for youth and are up for the challenge, the joy, and the blessings, contact Angel or Tina Segarra. Come join the adventure…The Pathfinders are counting on you! |
Join us tomorrow at 7 PM for Vespers. Our topic will be: Did Jesus Ever Repent?
Pathfinder Registration is happening Wednesday, August 13 6:00 PM @ Apison School Gym.
Come join for an epic year with the Apison Black Bears Pathfinder Club!
Come join for an epic year with the Apison Black Bears Pathfinder Club!
Someone with a warm smile is needed to greet for 1 hr. & 20 min. per month, from 9:30 - 10:50 every first Sabbath.
It's a great way to get to know your fellow members. Contact Teresa @ 423-505-7129.
It's a great way to get to know your fellow members. Contact Teresa @ 423-505-7129.
In recognition of the love and dedication of Agnes & Leonard Thomas to the King of the universe during their
years of service at Apison, we, the members, are expressing our appreciation to the Thomas children for the
generous gift of $298,000 to be used for needed renovations
years of service at Apison, we, the members, are expressing our appreciation to the Thomas children for the
generous gift of $298,000 to be used for needed renovations
Join us August 30th for a Family Home Improvement Sabbath. Invite friends. It’s sure to be a blessing! More details HERE.
Prayer Requests
But if you remain in me and my words remain in you, you may ask for anything you want, and it will be granted! John 15:7
Members’ Prayer Requests:
Members’ Prayer Requests:
- Bea Geno with puzzling health challenges.
- Midge Phibbs as she recovers from shoulder rotator cuff surgery, and Lynn as he helps her.
- Glen Wintermeyer at home on Hospice.
- Tonita Stickney and her family as they grieve the loss of her mother.
- Abby Doubleday and her family as they grieve the loss of her brother-in-law, Ted.
- Larry Robbins is in his recovery.
- Pray for Jim Breedlove. Occasional visits would be appreciated. Please check with Linda before visiting.
- Gary Paynter (Bill and June's son) for healing and wellbeing.
- Dan Seebeck's health.
- Sharon Erickson is recovering at home from an ankle injury.
- Mona Karst, for the continued healing of nerves in the arm and shoulder.
- The Teachers and students at LCA.
- Our church's Pathfinder and Adventurer clubs.
Gallery
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LCA Work Bee
Reminders
Photos & Videos
If you are leading out or attending an event with Apison Church please take photos/videos and send them to Carolina (contact info at the end of this email) so we can add them to social media and weekly newsletters.
Thank you to those who have sent in photos! We greatly appreciate it!
Church Directory Updates
If you have updated information or a photo you would like to share for the directory, please login to our online directory send your updated information or photo.
If you are leading out or attending an event with Apison Church please take photos/videos and send them to Carolina (contact info at the end of this email) so we can add them to social media and weekly newsletters.
Thank you to those who have sent in photos! We greatly appreciate it!
Church Directory Updates
If you have updated information or a photo you would like to share for the directory, please login to our online directory send your updated information or photo.
2025 Apison Church Officers
As we begin the new year and a change in our leadership here at Apison, we want to keep you updated. Click the button to view and/or download the 2025-2026 church officers (updated 01.03.2025).
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Church Office Hours: Aug 11-15:
Tuesday 9:30 – 11:00 a.m.,
Wednesday 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Contact
Carolina Jagitsch & Abby Doubleday
Administrative Assistants
Please call (423) 236-4214 or email apisonsdachurch@gmail.com if you need anything.
apisonsdachurch@gmail.com
Tuesday 9:30 – 11:00 a.m.,
Wednesday 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Contact
Carolina Jagitsch & Abby Doubleday
Administrative Assistants
Please call (423) 236-4214 or email apisonsdachurch@gmail.com if you need anything.
apisonsdachurch@gmail.com