St. Andrew By-The-Sea United Methodist Church, located on Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, is a group of Christian believers who want to make a difference in the world by being living witnesses of their faith. Search our site and then come join us and see how we are "Living It."
Special UpComing Events:
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Nov. 26 - Community Thanksgiving Meal at Hudson's. Sponsored by St. Andrew. Serving from 11 - 3pm. Special volunteer phone line: 843-694-1093
Sunday, Nov. 29 at 10:30am -
Advent Wreath Making in the Celebration Center.
Families that are in town Thanksgiving weekend are invited to attend a special Preparing for Advent Sunday School, including making a family Advent Wreath out of fresh greens to use in your home. Parents and children are asked to attend together. Each family is asked to bring along a tray to place the wreath on. Wire wreath frames and fresh greens will be provided. Once wreaths arrive home, candles can be added to complete the wreath. Weekly Advent devotional guides will also be available for families to use with their wreaths. Adults are encouraged to check to find out if their regular Sunday School class is meeting on the 29th or if it will be on vacation. Youth Groups and Connections will be on vacation for Nov. 29.
December:
Thursday, Dec. 3 - Fashions for Frugalistas Holiday Showcase:
A fun, holiday event with fashions and decorations from Hospice Community Thrift, a silent auction, holiday treats, and entertainment. Bring a $10 gift card ($5 for Sr Citizens) to give to Deep Well's adopted families for ages 15-30 for Christmas as your "ticket" to this new seasonal showcase. For more info, email Suzanne Green.
Sunday, Dec. 6 - Teddy Bear Sunday
Bring any size Teddy Bear to the altar during the special "invitation" in worship. The bears will be given to local organizations who assist children at Christmas or when there is a crisis.
Sunday, Dec. 13 - Celebration of the Nativity
An evening music and fellowship for the entire congregation is planned for Sunday, December 13 at 5:30pm. Our children will help us all get into the true spirit of the season by presenting their Christmas pageant, One Starry Night. Our children’s hand chimes choir, the Holiday Ringers, will offer a song or two to add to the festive evening.
In addition to a special meal, presented by Ellie’s Catering, we are asking members of our church family to contribute to the event as well. If you have a special nativity set, we’d like to display it on that evening for everyone to enjoy. Drop off your nativity set on Dec. 10 or 11 in The Wesley Room. All festivities will take place in the Celebration Center.
Holiday Dinner Details
Menu: Roast pork and gravy
Roasted new potatoes stuffed with asiago cheese
Hot fruit - peaches, pears, apricots and cherries
Assorted vegetables
Salad & soup table
Dessert table
Cost: $10 adults/teens, $5 children ages 3-10 (2 and under free; family max is $35)
Reserve by: Thursday, December 10
Advent & Christmas Schedule
Nov. 29: Special Music in Worship - Phyllis Mauney, Harp
Dec. 13: Chancel Choir with strings at both services
(See information above about Celebration of the Nativity at 5:30pm)
Dec. 16: Church-wide Caroling at Coligny - 6-6:30pm
Dec. 20: Chancel Choir with strings at both services
Christmas Eve Family Candlelight Service at 5pm
Christmas Eve Communion & Candlelight at 8pm with Chancel Choir & Strings
Sunday, Dec. 27 - ONE worship service at 10am followed by a Holiday Coffee
Monday, Dec. 28 - Office closed