July 2025
From The Pastor:
I remember a song from years ago with the words: “Roll out those lazy, hazy days of summer. . .”
So far, this summer fulfills those words completely. Fortunately, living so near the coast mitigates some of the heat experienced in other parts of the country. However, the lazy days of summer remind us of many things other than temperature.
Even in a congregation in which many members are retired from their work lives, summer is a time when we can relax and reflect upon God’s blessings in our own lives. I think this is particularly important for us at St. Peter’s. As a congregation, we have experienced significant strength together during the last year.
This strength has been particularly apparent in the serving aspects of our congregation. Many of you have helped with tasks relating to our overall ministry in the community. What is really significant is that we have grown together as a community of service in Pawleys Island. And, we continually reflect on the importance of our community for the larger community.
Further, as we begin the month of July, we also focus on the blessings of freedom in our nation. Independence Day offers us the opportunity to understand the blessings of that freedom and to appreciate what it means to live in the United States in 2025. While we could certainly discuss critical issues facing our country, we still persevere in faith as we communicate the gifts of democracy throughout our lives.=
Most importantly, we are God’s people looking forward to discover new tools for ministry in this place. As we plan for the future, we are being shaped in the ways God is using us. For that alone, I give thanks personally. While many of us experience the normal issues of aging, we also maintain a sense of vibrancy and hope as God’s own people. Enjoy the remainder of summer and its lazy, hazy days.
Also know that we live in and are shaped by the power of God’s love as we look forward to all that God has in store for us.
Peace in Christ,
Pastor Scott