News & Announcements

Praying Hands Ministry: We Need You! For more than eight years, I’ve had the privilege of serving as a Praying Hands Minister—and I’ll let you in on a secret: I used to be terrified to pray aloud! When I first joined the Praying Hands team, I worried I wouldn’t know what to say. I didn’t have fancy prayers memorized or the eloquent words my husband, Brad, learned in seminary. But when someone came forward asking for prayer, I simply opened my heart—and the words came. I belie

8-22-2026 4:00pm Myrtle Beach State Park Join The Inclusiveness Group Gathering for an "End of Summer Beach Blast" at Myrtle Beach State Park between 4-7pm...If need a parking pass, it can be rented/purchased from the Myrtle Beach Library. The reserved access area is S3, located across from the restrooms...light snacks & water is provided, along with bacci ball and paddle ball. Bring your own chairs, umbrellas, music devices and favorite hydration liquid if desired. This even

September 12, 2026 Other: 10:30 am-Noon WELCA stands for Women of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. It is the official women's ministry organization for the ELCA, connecting women for service, study, and fellowship. The purpose of the organization is to mobilize women to act boldly on their faith in Jesus Christ and work for healing and wholeness in the church and the world. Local and national groups engage in Bible study, community service, global quilt / kit distr

Teens and Adults Beginning September 9, Wednesdays 6:00 to 7:00 pm Meeting will be held in Zoom online: Zoom link will be emailed upon completing the signup form. Sign up here: https://forms.gle/1mzPREVBrYiGqMg78 You won’t believe the things you can do with colored pencils! Learn methods for blending colors, composition, and techniques for drawing various subjects using simple, step-by-step instructions and inspiring examples. This class emphasizes the affordability and versa

August 14 7:00 pm Fellowship Hall 🎭😂 YOU’RE INVITED TO A FREE IMPROV SHOW! 😂🎭 Looking for a FREE, fun night out? Bring your friends and join us for an audience-interactive improv comedy show based on the TV show “Whose Line Is It Anyway?” ✨ Friday, August 14, 2026 📍 Shepherd of the Sea Lutheran Church – Fellowship Hall 🚪 Doors open at 7:00 PM 🎬 Show starts at 7:30 PM The audience gets to participate by providing suggestions—so you never know what’s going to happen! 😂

We need volunteers for all Sunday Server positions, especially Communion Assistants for 9:30, Prayer Ministers 11:00, and Assisting Ministers for 8 and 11. If you would like to be of service in any position at SOS for 8:00, 9:30, or 11:00, please contact Alice Poziviak at digital.shepcluth@gmail.com. She will sign you up and make sure you receive training.

Beginning this week, we will have a LMM representative located in the narthex before and after all services with detailed tournament information every Sunday. Please stop by! Mark your calendars for golf at Indigo Creek on October 3, 2026. More details to follow.

Chair yoga will meet every Monday in July at 10:00 am except for August 10th. We will also meet every Wednesday at noon. Saturday classes are on hold for the summer and will resume the weekend after Labor Day. FREE Bingo is held every 2nd & 4th Wednesday of the month 1-3 pm. Prizes for the winners. Come out and have some fun & fellowship. The next date for the support group for those who have lost a child, will be held on Saturday, August 15th at 10am in the Conference Room i

1ST and 3rd Wednesdays In the Church Narthex 9 am-NOON Come and have your blood pressure taken by our Parish Nurse Feel free to just come to ask questions Free over the counter products for those who need them. BINGO 2ND AND 4TH WEDNESDAYS In the Narthex 1 – 3 PM All are welcome - PRIZES for the winners! CHAIR YOGA $5/pp MONDAYS AND WEDNESDAYS HELD IN THE NARTHEX Current days to start: May : Wednesday, May 20th @ 12 noon June: Mondays, June 8th,15th,and 22 nd @ 10AM

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We’re excited to announce that Cathi Hallock will be offering an Introduction to American Sign Language (ASL) . This 10-week course will meet on Tuesday evenings from 6:30–8:00 p.m. and is perfect for beginners who are curious about ASL or eager to grow their communication skills.

Our 2025 Year-End Ministry Report is now available on our website. This report shares the story of how God has been at work through worship, outreach, service, and community life at Shepherd of the Sea over the past year. We invite you to take a few moments to read through the highlights, celebrate what has been accomplished together, and see how your prayers, time, and generosity continue to make a difference. You can access the report on our website.

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Saturdays at 9:00 am Class is open to the community and are held in the Narthex. $5/pp donation suggested to go to Community Lunch.

Have you ever felt a nudge to walk alongside others during some of life’s most difficult moments? Becoming a Stephen Minister is a meaningful way to share God’s care and compassion with those who are hurting. Stephen Ministers work alongside our pastors to offer one-to-one emotional and spiritual support to individuals facing challenges such as grief, divorce, hospitalization, unemployment, chronic or terminal illness, relocation, or loneliness. If you have a caring heart, a

This month the Supper Club is meeting at the Conch Cafe, in Garden City, on Thursday, August27. We are seated at 4:00pm. Please phone or text Hilary Mullins, 803-493-1979. All are invited, SOS family and friends and neighbors.

Faith isn't just something we experience at church—it's something we carry into every part of our lives. Digital ministry helps us stay connected to God and one another with encouragement, prayer, and hope throughout the week.

Due to the ongoing opioid epidemic, we now have Naloxone (Narcan) available for overdose emergencies. There are bright red, plastic boxes mounted on the wall just inside the front doors of all three buildings with the medicine inside. Please look for them as you come & go throughout the week so that you know where they're located. If you happen to use one, please let the Property Manager know so that he can refill the medicine.

We had a fun filled Patriotic Sunday playing water games, enjoying the dunk tank, & having fun together!! Thank you to everyone who helped make it a success! Older Youth (5th-12th): Fall Youth Schedule Coming Soon! Youth Retreat September 11th-13th Location: TBD Younger Youth: This week in Children’s Church we are continuing to learn about how we are made in God’s image & talking about how He has given us all our own unique talents! We are also working on special art projects