Liberty Hill Connection

July 2019—Volume 29 Issue 7

Camp in a Van 2019 was a resounding success! The four

counselors (Caroline, Grace, Marta and Noah) kept the

campers very busy with Bible lessons, crafts, and games. A

special shout-out to our two junior counselors—Jacob

Donahue and Josh Rawl. They set up supplies and

equipment each morning and helped with the younger

campers throughout the day. They also went out in the water for some extra backup to

our certified lifeguard.

The success of Camp in a Van depends on the financial support and assistance from many

people. It is truly a church-wide effort. Some of our church members and friends went far

above and beyond the call of duty. Special thanks to Sam and Susan Caldwell (providing

lodging directly across the street from Lakeside and dinner for the counselors); Doug and

Nancy McDonald, Scott and Wanda Ghent, Jerry and Trish Flynn (picking up food, setting

up snacks and lunches, cleaning the kitchen, taking off the trash, providing dinner for

the counselors, etc); and George Harkins, Lloyd Douglas, and Doyle and Linda Lewis for

working so hard to have the Lakeside grounds ready for camp as well as the play

areas. Jerry Flynn provided the new layer of mulch for the playground. We also thank

Elaine Maree and her neighbor Estelle Stinnett, Lisa Knight and Carol Mecksroth for

volunteering one of the camp days. Last but not least I offer a big shout-out to Peggy

Sneed for helping with all the administrative tasks associated with camp. It is a huge

undertaking as preparations begin months in advance.

Our children's spiritual growth is of the most importance and our campers have been

physically and emotionally were uplifted each day as well. We know they will take what

they have learned forward.

Our theme was Peace Works and to everyone involved...you demonstrated what that

means with your actions.

Blessed are the peacemakers for they will be called Children of God. Matthews 5:9.

Laura Horton, Elder for Education and Outreach

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From the desk of the pastor,

Dear Friends,

I am so amazed at the reception I have received since moving here on June 15. I look forward to getting to know everyone here and being there for those in need. Please let me know if I can be of assistance to you. The Lakeside Service is an opportunity for me to meet others

who have homes along the lake. Our theme throughout the summer will be God’s Plans for People in Genesis.

Camp in a Van, our joint ministry with Bethelwoods, was an inspirational opportunity for the children and youth who gathered daily during the week of June 16-21. There were 4 counselors from Bethelwoods and some local junior assistants. I attended the cook out on Sunday, and lunch on Thursday and Friday. My first time at Bethelwoods occurred during the summer of 1982. I had just graduated from Columbia Theological Seminary in Decatur, Georgia. I did not have a call to a church. I looked for an opportunity to serve some place during the summer. Someone suggested applying to be a counselor at Camp Bethelwoods. I applied and was accepted.

My examination by Providence Presbytery on June 23, went very well. I am an official member of Providence Presbytery. The next step for me to be your official pastor is for my Installation Service to take place here in Liberty Hill Presbyterian Church on July 28, at 4:00p.m. The Installation Commission was approved by the Presbytery.

My son, Jonathan, and I have a tradition in July. We attend Comic Con Conference in San Diego, California. We have done this for the past eight years. We will leave on July 15, and return on July 22. This year will be the 50th Anniversary of Comic Con in San Diego. We look forward to spending this time together. Blessings to All, Garland

Rev. Hart’s contact information: 4136 John G. Richards PO Box 353 Liberty Hill, SC 29074

Home: 9803) 273-4684 Cell: (803) 236-9971 Office: (803) 273-8427 Email: gshart1956@yahoo.com

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Cluster Duties--2019

Cluster 1 (north of Beaver Creek bridge includes Lancaster, Kershaw, & Heath Springs) Refreshments: January, February, April, September, November

April 21: Easter breakfast

Cluster 2 (south of Beaver Creek bridge includes Camden) Refreshments: March, May, October, December- December 15: Holiday meal

LHPC Card Ministry Please help LHPC identify people in our congregation that you notice are not at church for a week or two so we can reach out to them. Just write their names on the cards available on the table at the back of the church or in the MBRH and drop in the collection plate or put into the basket in the MBRH.

Thank you, Card Ministry Volunteers: Sylvia Hudson, Caroleene Couick, and Carolyn Nowlen

July Birthdays July 2 Carol West July 5 Patti Kelly July 10 Jack Owens July 12 Gil Small July 14 Del Elliott July 14 Peggy Sneed July 17 Marie Catoe July 20 Darrell Ross July 21 Tommy Granger July 23 Mica Jones July 24 Alexandria Harkins July 29 Keith Lukens July 30 Diana Hornsby July 31 Izetta Barnes

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CAMP IN A VAN 2019

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Foot washing at Camp in a Van

Snow cones!!!!! Enjoyed by all!

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A party to honor Carol West’s 90th birthday was held on Sat, June 29. (Her birthday is actually July 2.) The party was hosted by her three daughters and son: Deborah Bell, Toni Kelly, Paula Sue Truesdale, and Paul “Bubba” West. HAPPY BIRTHDAY, CAROL!

Phase I of the renovations for the Country Store are almost completed. We expect the painting to began in the next week. Phase II which will be renovations to the inside of the building will began after the painting is complete. Thank you to all who have donated funds to help with the update of this historical building. If you wish to make a donation, please make your check out to LHPC and in the memo line put Country Store, your donation will be applied to the Country Store account. All donations are greatly appreciated.

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Liberty Hill Presbyterian Church Mission Statement:

To connect with God, to connect with others, and to connect others with God.

Liberty Hill Presbyterian Church Vision Statement:

To be an inclusive church that surrounds people with Love, Hope, Prayer, and Compassion.

Prayers For Our People Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer. (Romans 12:12)

We encourage you to access our website for updates about services, events, etc. www.libertyhillpres.com

The Liberty Hill Presbyterian Church worship service is on Facebook. “Like” our page and you will be notified when we broadcast a new service. www.facebook.com/libertyhillpres

We hope to see you on Sunday mornings but when you can’t be with us, we want you to be a part of worship.

Pat Bunch Bernice Branham Maxine Hunter (Jeanette Robinson) Claudette Roberts (Lisa Knight) Doug Owens Charles Blackmon (Lisa Knight) Gene & Carol Ghent Susan Mosley (Harold Williams) Yvonne Kennington (Bernice Braham) Mike & Linda Clark Diana Murphy (Joan Ward) Janet Joseph (Alexandria Harkins) Judy Maybury (Alexandria Harkins) Debbie Morrow (Elaine Maree) Mary Burdsal (Sylvia Hudson) Rachel Blackmon (Lisa Knight) Chris Ingram (Ruby Kershner) Linda Windham (Dottie Koenig) Joyce Brady (Sandy Granger) Molly Williams (Sandy Granger)

Kathy Blackmon (Ruby Kershner) Art & Robin Shealy Agnes Cauthen Charlie & Belle Bailey Joanne Snipes (Linda Clark) Carol Wallace (Bonnie Jones) Steve Horton (Lynda Horton) Gary Faulkenberry (Lorraine Medlin) Jim Hornsby Bruce Catoe (G. Moore) Robert Jones Marie Floyd (Nancy Macdonald) Charles & Linda Macdonald Robert Smith (Bob Dornblaser) Mrs. Izetta Barnes Gloria Squires (Walt & Betty Riggan) Tony Plyler The family of Stephen Calk Harold Scott (Terry Hoffman) Susan Claytor-Caldwell

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Church Directory Rev. Garland Hart Home: (803) 273-4684 Office: (803) 273-8427

Cell: (803) 236 9971 Email: gshart1956@yahoo.com

Mrs. Mica Jones, Music Director Cell (803) 804-4340 Mrs. Peggy Sneed, Office Manager Office (803) 273-9191 Cell (803) 804-0977 Email: lhpc@comporium.net

T h e S e s s i o n Class of 2019 Class of 2020 Class of 2021

Church Services

Liberty Hill Presbyterian Church holds Lakeside Services at

Windward Pointe at 9:00am beginning the first Sunday in June through Labor Day Sunday.

\Church Services are held in the church sanctuary at 11:00am from the first Sunday in June through Labor Day Sunday.

Ms. Laura Horton Ms. Mary Etta Taylor

Mr. G. Moore Mr. John Thompson, Jr. Mr. George Harkins

Mrs. Millie Plyler Mrs. Peggy Sneed Mr. Rob Jones

Sunday School 9:00 AM (September-May) Morning Worship 10:00 AM

Liberty Hill Presbyterian Church 20 Meeting Lane P.O. Box 170 Liberty Hill, SC 29074