News about Holy Cross Faith Memorial

The Rev. Tommy Tipton, E'Lane Rutherford, Sue Tanner, Kathy Besse, Martha Propps and Bubba & Bleeker Cannon traveled to the Dominican Republic July 17-25, 2010.  They worked with the people of La Barquita to assist with their Vacation Bible School programs.  Father Tipton described the trip as being full of transformations, revelations and miracles.  CLICK HERE to view a slideshow of their trip.

The Final Summer Supper of the season -  Wednesdays August 25:  The Parish Family (everyone) is invited to gather for a "Summer Supper", casual conversation and fun and games for kids!  Dinner will start at 5:30 and we will be done and headed home by 7PM at the latest.   Please contact E'Lane Rutherford 237-3459  or hcfmyouth@sc.rr.com or Martha Propps 222-1357 or mcannon234@aol.com if you have questions or want to help.


Member Directory:  Building Relationships ----  Let's get to know each other!  The HCFM Communications Ministry is excited to announce we are creating an improved member directory. It will be available in print as well as online secured by a password. We are asking everyone to fill out a form and submit their own family picture or you may have a new picture taken by one of the communication board members after the 10:30 services on March 28. Our goal is to have the printed version out to you this Spring. CLICK THIS LINK for a sneek preview of the work under construction.  When asked for a password, enter the church telephone number:  2373459.   For more information and instructions for supplying your  own picture,  CLICK HERE .  If you have any questions please contact Kathy Besse (251-5385) OR Martha Propps (235-2681).

Calling all ECW crafters. We are now starting our Alleluia Bazaar craft workshops on Tuesdays in the Parish Hall beginng at 1:30. We will meet every Tuesday and make a planned craft. There's nothing you need to bring unless you have something you are working on and want to share it. Otherwise everything will be provided. We do have a LOT of fun and invite you to join us. See you there.

WANTED!  Smith Medical Clinic needs your help.   Nurses, with or without licenses, Doctors with licenses (SC) who can volunteer some of their time are needed to help at the Smith Medical Clinic.  For more information call 237-2672.

Habitat for Humanity Women Build Committee is sponsoring the "Savvy Saturday Sale" on Saturday, July 31, 2010 from 8AM to 2PM at the Pawley's Island Presbyterian Church.  There will be women's clothing, shoes, jewelry, purses, etc. Boutique items at bargain prices, be frugal and look fabulous!  If you have items to donate to this fundraiser, please contact: Emily Mobley 546-5685 x 4

August Social Night Out:  Will be hosted by John & Dreema Clarke and Margaret Jones on Saturday August 14 at 6 pm.  Look for sign up sheets in the church narthex the two Sundays before the event.

Blessing of the Bookbags – Sunday August 15th.  Start the school year off right – bring your bookbags to church on August 15 for a special blessing before going back to school.

Songs of Praise and Thanksgiving - is the theme of a program of sacred music to be presented by Patti Edwards, Soprano; Mindy Burgin, Cellist and Elsie Pollock, Pianist, on Sunday, August 22 at 3:00 p.m.  The trio will perform music of many composers including Bach, Handel and Mendelssohn, as well as spirituals.  The public is invited and there is no admission charge.  Please mark the date and plan to come and bring a friend!

8:00 am Services will resume on Sunday, September 9th.