Summer 2022

SUMMER-2022 E A S T M I N S T E R

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75TH ANNIVERSARY CHURCH-WIDE STUDY

DR. LYNN GRANDSIRE TO RETIRE

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EDS WELCOMES NEW DIRECTOR

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INSIDE FEATURES

75TH ANNIVERSARY Church-wide Study

ENDOWMENT UPDATE Adult VBS

CELEBRATING LYNN GRANDSIRE'S MINISTRY EPW Lifetime Award Winners

STAFF FEATURE: EDS Katie Herndon - Director

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IN EVERY ISSUE 03 Letter from Your Pastor 08 13 Articles 14 15 Upcoming Events 16 19 Member Milestones

WELCOME

A Letter from Your Pastor

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ear Eastminster Family, “O God, our help in ages past, our hope for years to come, still be our guard while troubles last, and our eternal home!”

Letting the lyrics and tune of this familiar hymn massage your mind and soul, I encourage you to reflect on the ways God has blessed Eastminster since her founding. This coming February will mark Eastminster’s 75th Anniversary in ministry and mission. As you read about the initial plans for that celebration, I pray you will also read ready to “step in and engage” in ways our Lord is nudging you to help write this next chapter of the Spirit’s work through this part of the Body of Christ.

One of the many ways Eastminster has witnessed God’s presence is through the ministry of The Rev. Dr. Lynn Grandsire. I thank Lynn for her witness to Christ as she retires at the end of July. For nearly 11 years, Lynn has modeled compassion and conviction as she has served as Associate Pastor for Congregational Care. Read about Lynn’s ministry (pages 8-9) and come July 31 when we will give thanks to God for Lynn and for her ministry and pray God’s blessings upon her coming chapters.

As always, read these pages not simply to learn, but to engage! The Christian life is not a spectator endeavor. Our summer schedule continues through August 14. August 14 also marks a special Adult VBS with Columbia Seminary Professor Emeritus Stan Saunders joining us.

Then, on August 21, get ready to kick-off our special church-wide, all ages study.

God has been writing the story of Eastminster for almost 75 years, and will continue to do so in the years to come. Grateful for God’s goodness, let us each respond by leaning in, together.

Grace and Peace,

Rev. Dr. Brad Smith, Senior Pastor

EASTMINSTER'S 75th ANNIVERSARY ANNIVERSARY COMMITTEE

At the end of World War II, the Congaree Presbytery wanted to develop new Presbyterian churches in Columbia, SC, to meet the needs of the growing population. Eastminster Presbyterian was formed to serve the eastern part of Columbia, and on February 1, 1948, the church held its first Organizational Meeting. In 1948, Eastminster had a charter membership of 171, and, since then, the Lord has blessed Eastminster and allowed it grow.

Today, almost 75 years later, the congregation numbers around 2,000 members. The people of Eastminster have been called together by God’s grace, and they belong to the Lord Jesus Christ and to one another. Empowered by God’s spirit, for close to 75 years, the people of Eastminster have been binding their lives together by: Proclaiming the Gospel of Christ for the entire world.

Demonstrating the love, compassion, and hospitality of Christ to all people.

Providing opportunities for friends and neighbors to grow in Christian worship, fellowship, and discipleship.

Dedicating their gifts, talents, and resources to Christ in meaningful stewardship or work.

Excelling in Christian mission and joyful service for the glory of God. The steady growth and the eternal impact the church has made on the lives of those in Columbia and around the world can only be attributed to the work of the Holy Spirit.

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The steeple was raised into place as Eastminster's new church building neared completion in 1955.

In the beginning, the Holy Spirit was at work with that young, enthusiastic congregation, its officers, pastors, and guests, and now, years later with a much larger congregation, the Holy Spirit is at work, and the Holy Spirit will continue to be at work until Christ’s return.

John McArthur, chair of the 75th Anniversary Committee, said, "'Every day I will praise you and extol your name for ever and ever. Great is the LORD and most worthy of praise; his greatness no one can fathom' (Psalm 145:1).

God blesses us, that we may be a blessing to others. On February 1, 1948, God blessed us all through the establishment of Eastminster Presbyterian Church. Next year, we will celebrate our 75th birthday. The Anniversary Committee is hard at work planning the celebration. In celebrating, we will tell

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stories about the mission and ministry of Eastminster for the past 75 years, and we will seek to envision new missions and new ministries as Eastminster continues to serve Christ in our community and around the world.

So get ready to celebrate the mighty works of our Lord!”

The 75th Anniversary will encompass spotlights on history, guest preachers and speakers who are previous pastors or leaders at Eastminster, celebratory events, and more. More details will be coming about the 75th Anniversary, but the 75th Anniversary Committee would like for you to save the dates- January 28 and January 29, 2023, for a celebratory weekend.

A particularly unique aspect of the 75th Anniversary is that we will be walking through a church-wide study together. Senior Associate Pastor of Adult, Discipleship, and Administration, Dr. Douglass Key, said, “We are excited about the 'Journey Through the Bible' project. Every week during the upcoming program year, each of our Sunday School classes and our Worship services will focus on the same Bible story. Therefore, parents, children, youth, and grandparents can sit down for Sunday dinner having just studied the same text that they heard proclaimed from the pulpit.

Similarly, Small Groups and mid-week Bible Studies will focus on the same story each week.

Between Sundays, Wednesdays, and Small Group meetings, the congregation will read 72 different stories from the core narrative of the Bible. We believe this will be a rich journey of faith formation for all generations of Eastminster members.”

The theme of the 75th Anniversary is “His Story.

Our Story.” God has been writing the story of Eastminster for almost 75 years, and will continue to do so in the years to come.

Rev. Robert Fulton greets congregation on Easter Sunday 1950 as they exit the Brown Building.

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UNIQUE AND AUTHORITATIVE

That is why we have decided to put the communal reading, studying, sharing, and experiencing of scripture at the center of our Jubilee Year. Any celebration of God’s Story or our story, our present or our future, begins by immersing ourselves in this witness without parallel.

BY DR. DOUGLASS KEY

Every January when we install new officers in front of the congregation, the second question they are asked is, “Do you accept the scriptures of the Old and New Testaments to be, by the Holy Spirit, the unique and authoritative witness to Jesus Christ in the Church universal, and God’s Word to you?” That is the second most important thing for officers in the Presbyterian Church to affirm – right after trusting Jesus as Savior, Lord of all, and head of the Church. The wording and placement of that question speaks to the centrality of scripture in the Christian life.

Milestones like an anniversary or the start of a new year are opportunities to recommit ourselves to the essential tasks of Christian living and devotion. When the program year kicks off in August, there will be opportunities for people of every age and interest to engage in Christian community at Eastminster that is focused on building up the essential things – journeying through the Bible together in worship, Small Group Bible Study, Sunday School Classes and larger Bible Studies both on Sunday and again mid-week – not so that we can say we did, or to prove how good we are at being Christian parents, or to affirm how right we have always been about everything – but because the books of the Old and New Testaments are our “rule of faith and life.”

(Westminster Confession, 6.002) God’s word to us, now.

As the Confession of 1967 states it, “The Scriptures are not a witness among others, but the witness without parallel” (C67, 9.27). In other words, we know God as God is revealed in scripture more than we know God in any other way. We may discern some things about God standing alone on the beach; your next door neighbor may breathlessly describe an experience of God he had on the beaches of Normandy; God’s spirit may appear to you in a vision and call you to some unexpected new challenge – but none of those revelations can contradict the character of the God we know in Jesus Christ (also, nothing that we think we may read in Scripture can contradict what we know of God in Jesus Christ, as all of scripture is expressly a witness to Jesus Christ).

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ADULT VBS AUGUST 14 & 15

BY DR. DOUGLASS KEY Our summer worship series on Jesus’ Parables will conclude with a two-day Adult Vacation Bible School, featuring Biblical scholar Stan Saunders from Columbia Theological Seminary. Dr. Saunders will preach on Sunday, August 14, and will lead two discussions of the parables Sunday and Monday evening.

Dr. Saunders brings years of experience teaching Jesus’ parables to seminary students and in local churches. Our time together will include fellowship and food with inspiring and faithful Biblical scholarship. Sunday night’s seminar is entitled "Kings, Landowners, Old Men, and God? Hearing the Parables from the Underside."

ENDOWMENT BLESSINGS

THE ENDOWMENT COMMITTEE By the end of 2021, the Dr. Joe Bryan Donaho Teaching Church Endowment Fund reached $1,332,812.67. The fund was launched in 2017 to celebrate Dr. Donaho's ministry at Eastminster and grew quickly to over $1 million.

Since then, benevolent contributions to this fund have afforded Nurture, Education, & Discipleship (NED) programs and special event speaker fees as well as E2 (Eastminster Experience) summer internships and seminary assistance for members. The benefit by the end of 2021 was $46,346.05.

On Monday, Dr. Saunders will help us learn to read Jesus’ parables as invitations to renewed relationships (with God and one another) in his presentation entitled "Parables as Doorways: Generating Vision and Making Room for Restored Relationships."

Dr. Saunders taught New Testament at Columbia for nearly 30 years before retiring. His scholarly work has centered on “Matthew's Gospel; parables; biblical notions of time, space, and the end of the world; mass incarceration, the death penalty, and biblical models of justice and redemption; and, finally, the Bible and our current environmental crises.”

Save the dates of August 14-15 for this year's Adult VBS, sponsored by the Dr. Joe Bryan Donaho Teaching Church Endowment Fund. This will be an exciting opportunity to dwell richly and deeply in God's Word with one who has devoted his life to its study and explication.

"Adult VBS is an opportunity to fellowship, enjoy a meal together, and grow in your faith. Eastminster had only benefited from a few years of Adult VBS before COVID. Our committee is excited about members coming together in August and learning from Dr. Stan Saunders. You will be able to sign up online soon.

We are also especially grateful to those who have contributed to the Donaho Teaching Church Endowment Fund, so that we can all benefit."

Mary Elliott Chair, Nurture Education and Discipleship

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REV. DR. LYNN A. GRANDSIRE

Reflections On and Celebration of Her Ministry Longtime Associate Pastor for Congregational Care and Concern and Eastminster Presbyterian Women, Dr. Lynn Grandsire, will preach her last sermon on July 31, 2022, at Eastminster Presbyterian.

Lynn announced her resignation on May 25 through an emailed letter to the congregation. In her letter, she said, “Recently, I have been on a path of discernment to see where God is calling me, and how I am to answer that call of ministry in my life. After much prayer, God has answered that call. I will turn 65 at the beginning of July and will be retiring from full time ministry on July 31.”

Sara Lynn Curtis- Clerk of Session, Clay Robinson- Chair of Personnel, and Brad SmithSenior Pastor and Head of Staff, joined together saying, “Having received Lynn's letter announcing her retirement, we join all of you (the congregation) in first giving thanks to God for Lynn. In 2010, the Eastminster congregation elected an Associate Pastor Nominating Committee to find the person God was calling who would bring special skills and passion for Congregational Care. Lynn's faithful, diligent, and compassionate service since her ordination and installation in 2011 illustrate our Lord's provision.”

Lynn has served at Eastminster for 11 years.

When hired as the Associate Pastor for Congregational Care, she was responsible for visiting and comforting those in need of spiritual guidance and the sick, preaching the gospel, teaching the faith, and generally serving as a partner minister on staff. Lynn fulfilled this calling so well.

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Lynn has walked with countless families and individuals in their times of joy and of sorrow. Kathy and John Winterhalter, a family who experienced Lynn’s compassion and care said, “Lynn was very helpful during the time before our daughter died. We could not have made it through without her medical knowledge; she often had to explain things to us so we could understand what was happening. We just could not have made it through without her.”

Senior Pastor Brad Smith had this to say about the way Lynn has faithfully preached the gospel and taught the faith: “Lynn’s love of Christ is evident not only in her compassion and care she shares with people during some of life's most difficult moments and chapters, but also in her preaching and teaching. Lynn came to Eastminster as a first call pastor. She now leaves as the longest serving Associate Pastor in our church’s 74 year history. Thanks be to God for her witness in our midst."

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Not only has Lynn served the congregation well, but also Lynn has served her colleagues well. Colleague and friend of Lynn, Fredna Lee, said, “Luke 1:23 says, 'When his time of service was ended, he went to his home.' This verse about the priest Zechariah is perfect for Lynn's retirement, for I know that she looks so forward to working in her yard and puttering around her house. While she will be settling into retirement, I will be adjusting to a work life without a dear colleague, friend, and pastor. She has been all three to me. I have learned so much about caring for a flock, about thoughtful worship planning, about how to handle difficult conversations, and about how to laugh through mundane, behind-the-scenes chores. I will be forever grateful that I was able to be a colleague and a forever friend to this remarkable woman.”

Throughout her time at Eastminster, Lynn has accomplished many things and has impacted lives for eternity through the fruits of her labor.

A multitude of ministries began under Lynn’s direction, including Vases of Care, Bags of Hope, Prayer Matters, Grief Groups, Eastminster Presbyterian Women (EPW) Bible Studies, and the Peace service and the Longest Night service.

Lynn also inspired the creation of positions like the Inclusion Specialist position, as well as the addition of positions to the EPW Coordinating Council. Other fruits of her labor have been expanding the EPW ministry beyond just Circles to church-wide women's ministry, and giving

deacons and elders rotating off the Diaconate and Session the opportunity to continue serving either their assigned individual or the Home Communion, in order to ensure homebound individuals receive visitors regularly and receive Communion.

In 11 years, so much has happened in the nation and world, and to meet the needs of the Eastminster congregation, Lynn’s ministry adapted to share the compassion of Jesus Christ effectively and appropriately. Two events that shaped the way the Congregational Care and Concern Ministry adapted were the Flood of 2015 and COVID-19. In 2015 when historic rainfall resulted in major flooding in Columbia, SC, many families of the Eastminster congregation found themselves displaced from their homes for an extended period; with Lynn’s leadership, those families received care.

In 2019, when the COVID pandemic struck, hospital visitation and funerals looked much different due to all of the protocols. During this time, Lynn recruited individuals to make connections with their neighbors, and she encouraged the staff to call Eastminster congregation members.

It is easy to see the blessing Eastminster received because of God’s provision in bringing Lynn to Eastminster 11 years ago. To celebrate Lynn’s ministry and wish her well into her journey of retirement, join us for a reception on July 31, following the 10:30 am Worship service.

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EPW LIFETIME AWARDS

BY REV. DR. LYNN GRANDSIRE April 27th was an amazing night at the Sisters In Christ Dinner. We heard from speakers who have survived through and thrived after domestic violence. We also raised $2,000 for SisterCare, the organization that provides help for those experiencing domestic violence, and last but not least, Katie Evatt and Julie McDaniel received Honorary Lifetime Membership Awards. This award is given to women who have provided faithful service in some area of the church.

Katie joined EPC in 1997. She became active in EPW as a member of Circle 6, Church Events Coordinator, Bible Moderator, Moderator of Coordinating Council, and is currently the Women’s Event Coordinator where she began The Vine, our annual retreat for women - a longtime goal! She was also a deacon in the class of 2016, a greeter, served on Food for the Soul, with RHINO, meals for the ill, and as a devotional writer. She also serves in Circle of Giving, Transitions, and Habitat. Katie is also the longest serving member/coordinator with Kitchen Ministry. She is a member of the Grace Girls Small Group, Hope Sunday School, and was part of the Kerygma Bible Study. Katie is faithful, fun-loving, creative, energetic, and positive in all she does.

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Julie joined EPC in 1996 and has been an employee since 2007 where she has assisted NED, Missions, and is currently the Executive Assistant to the Senior Pastor. She has served in EPW as Circle 6 Coordinator and on the EPW Coordinating Council and Nominating Committee. Julie has served with Food for the Soul, College Ministry, Small Groups, Sunday School, Prayer Matters, and VBS. She has also served with Family Promise, Transitions, as a devotional writer, and she interfaced with Eastminster Day School Covenant Families.

She and her family have been Advent Wreath Lighters, and she attends the ASL Small Group and the Sparrows Sunday School Class. Julie is a faithful servant, always giving people the benefit of the doubt, calm in the midst of a storm, and a good listener whenever someone calls or stops by her desk. Congratulate these amazing women when you see them.

UPCOMING EVENTS: We have several events coming up in EPW that you will want to put on your calendar: The Fall Gathering will be a luncheon on September 20, 2022, where we will kick off the Fall events for EPW and hear the first lesson for our Circles.

The Joy Gift Drop-In Tea will be on December 13, 2022 and is where we take up collections for both the Women’s Shelter and the actual Joy Gift.

Save the dates for the weekend of February 35, 2023, EPW's Annual Women’s Retreat- The Vine- at the Cove. Reverend Angela Ford Nelson returns to The Vine again this year and our topic will be grace. You won’t want to miss this great weekend of spiritual food and fellowship. Register soon at www.eastminsterpres.org.

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The Journey of Music

BY FREDNA LEE

Playing an instrument or learning to sing is quite a journey- a journey that is not only exciting, but also one that takes hard work and dedication. However, many benefits make playing an instrument or singing worthwhile.

Music can aid in learning and growth, making friends, and providing passions, hobbies, or even careers.

From an early age, being involved in music can have positive effects on children. Music helps with brain development and the development of emotional intelligence, increasing selfesteem, and supporting learning areas such as math and language. The positive effects of music continue in children and young people as they become involved in their school’s band, choir, or orchestra. Being involved in ensembles teaches collaboration and discipline because children and young people have to work to make their sound fit into the sound of a large group.

aiding in pain management and comforting those who struggle with diseases such as Alzheimer’s. From young to old, music can positively affect lives. Eastminster has music opportunities for children and adults to participate in this Summer.

The first opportunity is Music Camp for rising K5 to 5th Graders; it takes place July 18-20, 2022 from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm, and adult volunteers are needed. If you are interested in serving, contact Fredna Lee by emailing her from the church website. The second opportunity is a Handbell Workshop for those 18 years and older; it takes place July 16, 2022. To register for this workshop, visit the church website.

Join Eastminster this summer and “Make a joyful noise unto the Lord” (Psalm 100:1).

After adolescence and into adulthood, adults can reap the benefits of music by joining ensembles, such as a church or community choir or orchestra. Participating in ensembles like these have physical and psychological benefits: helping regulate heart rates, encouraging relationship building, and having a great bonding experience. As adults age, music continues to have positive effects by E AS TM IN S T ER T OD AY

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Stay in Shape This Summer

BY EMMET HOUGH

One of the most important things you can do for your personal health is regularly exercise. Physical activity can improve cognitive health, manage weight, and reduce the risk of diseases.

Did you know that right after exercising, children between the ages of six and 13 experience improved cognition, and adults experience reduced feelings of anxiety? This is such a great benefit of exercising. What about this- 150 minutes a week of physical activity, which is only 30 minutes a day for five days a week, help maintain weight. Wow another great benefit! Last, exercise can lower your blood pressure, improve your cholesterol levels, and can decrease your chance for heart disease and stroke- the two leading causes of death in our nation. There are so many benefits to regularly exercising.

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However, when you live in famously hot Columbia, how do you exercise in the summer heat?

That is easy- move your workout to the fully air conditioned Eastminster Christian Life Center (CLC).

The CLC has a walking track, basketball court, and weight room, and it offers many different classes and programs.

From Barre, Yoga, Zumba, and Pilates to Buff Bones, YogaFit, and Fusion 5, there is a class for all fitness levels. In addition, coming this summer to the CLC is pickleball! Pickleball is a game for players of all ages that combines elements of several racket sports (examples- tennis and ping-pong), and it can be fast-paced and competitive. We hope to see you on the indoor pickleball court this summer! Stay tuned for more details on when pickleball will be available.

No matter where you are working out this summer, keep these tips in mind: 1. Stay hydrated.

2. Listen to your body and know when to ease up, especially in the hot and humid climate of Columbia, SC. 3. Wear light-colored, lightweight clothing.

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Welcome Katie Herndon

BY ANNA MILLS COX

" A S AN E DUC A TOR WIT H 18 Y E AR S O F EX PERIENC E IN PU B L IC E DUC A TION, THE S MA LL E R SE TTING A N D FA M I LY F EE L OF TH E E A S TMI N ST ER DA Y S C HOO L AT TR ACTE D ME TO THIS PO S I TIO N . " The Eastminster Day School seeks to glorify God by providing the children of its families a rich environment that fosters the development of the whole child in the following areas: spiritual, physical, socialemotional, and intellectual.

Because the Eastminster Day School is instrumental in setting-up children for success as citizens of the world and in inspiring children to be the leaders of tomorrow, it was critical to hire a Director for the Day School who understands the power of education, is compassionate, has a passion for children, and communicates effectively across generations and cultures.

In May 2022, Katie Herndon was named the Director of the Eastminster Day School.

Katie holds a Master of Education in educational administration from the University of South Carolina, a Master of Education in literacy education from Cambridge College, and a Bachelor of Science in early childhood education from Presbyterian College.

Throughout her career as an educator, she has held roles as an Assistant Principal, Lead Interventionist, and a Teacher.

Katie said, “As an educator with 18 years of experience in public education, the smaller setting and family feel of the Eastminster Day School attracted me to this position. My focus in any position I have been in is to build relationships, and this is my number one goal at the Eastminster Day School as well. I want to strengthen community among staff members as well as families, so my priority right now is to really get to know staff, children, and families.”

Katie and her husband, Matt, will celebrate 15 years of marriage this July and have three sons: Evans (11), Wade (8), and Knox (4). In her spare time, you can find Katie watching her sons play sports, at the pool, lake, or beach, or shopping and baking.

The Eastminster Day School is fortunate to have Katie Herndon as Director. The Eastminster Day School is sure to flourish under her direction.

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UPCOMING EVENTS:

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Member Milestones...

Newborns Q2

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Adalyn (Addy) Grace Bryant John (Jack) Lawrence Mann Douglas (Tripp) Scott Schultz III Sarah (Sally) Lyndon Schultz

Thirteen Q2

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Sydney Bell Parker Branham Emma Dunlap Ned Helmboldt Maren Howard Virginia Mann Mac McWilliams Charlotte Mood Brooks Rhame Ellison Sansbury Jake Wehman

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...Newsworthy Birthdays in Q2 Eighteen Q2

Boyce Bankhead John McCants Jack Weston

Frank Brown Abbot Carnes Judy Chaplin Buddy Cullum Don Gray Celia Guerry Stewart Harvin Nelle Holcombe Marilyn Hupp Betty Jenkins Dene King

Betsy Mashburn Ernest McCutcheon Meredith McKee Connie Parramore Bobbie Price Richard Reinhardt Brenda Saylors *Anne Sieling (Q1) George Shissias Jane Smith Ann Wild David Wild

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Don't see your name? *Contact Christina Siokos (ext. 123) so we can update our member database.

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Taking the "First Step"

Bev & Tony Denny, Amy & Leif Anderson, their Mark Chappell Jr. joins wife, children Mac (9) & Gabe (7) Lane, in membership. Children are previous EPC members, are welcomed back by many!

Mary Gardner (3) & Katherine join friends in membership.

(11 months)

Margaret Deans & Derrick Erin & Dustin Green join Grantz, Leni (2) & Elizabeth (1) friends in membership. join friends in membership.

Carol & Bucky Hudson join family (Kelty Riddle and family & Zack Hudson and family) in membership.

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Hannah & Ryan Mims and Charlie (1) look forward to meeting you!

Emily Higgins joins families and friends in membership.

Mary Kate Elliott joins husband, JD, and the Elliott family in membership.

Morgan & Will Kennemur join many friends in membership.

Steven Moca joins wife, Boo, Veronica & Jay Moras with in membership. Children are children, Landon (12) & Henry (9) & William (7).

Viviana (10) join friends in membership.

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Welcome New Members!

Michael Pou joins his wife and member, Tinsley, and the Moise family in membership.

Jennifer & Mickey Purdy and their twin boys, Charles (16) & Jack (16) join many friends from the AC Flora community in membership at Eastminster.

George Sanford joins parents, (Sanfords) and sister and brotherin-law (Fewells) in membership.

Molly & Scott Schultz Jr. & Kathy & Mark Seals join his Patsy Seals joins with her son Jim Stevens joins daughter and Tripp & Sally (newborns) join mother, Patsy Seals, & many and daughter-in-law, Kathy & son-in-law Molly & Richard friends in membership.

Schultz Sr. in membership.

Mark Seals in membership.

Slater in membership.

Susie & Ryan Young and Carlee & Parker Sizemore and children, Porter (9), Nolan Holly (1) join many friends in (6), & Frankie (2) join many friends in membership. membership.

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