Thank You for Your Involvement on Celebration Sunday!


We'd like to thank everyone for their stewardship commitments made thus far and supporting the mission and ministry of Saxe Gotha! You can still make your pledge for 2026 through the button below. Sunday was a joyous day to also celebrate child baptisms and welcome new Covenant Partners: the York Family, Rawlinson Family, Bennett Family, Powell Family, Fincher Family, and Tommy Robertson!

Update from Marla Fitzwater

Upcoming Mission Trips to Jamaica
Sign Up Deadline Extended to Mon Nov 10

Jamaica has experienced devastating destruction from the hurricane--we know God can use us to love and help rebuild communities in Jamaica. Mission trip sign up has been extended to Mon, Nov 10. All cash or check deposits can be dropped off with this form in the Church Office Monday-Thursday 9am-4pm to Annie Cherry.

Rising 10th-Rising 12th Grade HS Summer Mission Trip Sign Up →


Young Adult Summer Mission Trip Sign Up → (Graduated HS Seniors thru 22 year olds)

Questions? Please email Kim Koon →

Join Us for the Box Packing Party!

Sun Nov 9 / Boxes are Available for Pick Up

Grab a Shoebox or several! Find them in the Narthex (Sanctuary), Atrium (Lighthouse), and the main office area.

The Mission:

Our goal for the Packing Party is 350 boxes, but to hit 600, we need 250 more shoeboxes packed by you and your groups! All completed shoeboxes must be returned to the church by Sunday morning, November 16.

Ways to Be a Shoebox Hero:

1. Rally Your Troops Get your small group, circle, or neighborhood friends to help pack multiple shoeboxes and multiply your impact.

2. Donate Supplies Help us stock the party! Check out our Amazon wish list and send supplies directly to the church. Your donations will ensure we reach our 350-box goal for the packing party.

3. Prep for the Party We need helpers before the main event! Can your small group assist by packing school supply bags or rubber-banding t-shirts? All supplies are provided—just bring the manpower!

4. Join the Celebration! Join us at the Packing Party on Sunday, November 9, from 4-5:30pm. This is where the bulk of our boxes come together! Stay for dinner at 5:30pm.

Poinsettia Sale

Order Today / Deadline to Order Nov 12

Our Presbyterian Women's poinsettias sale is underway. Order a poinsettia in someone's memory or honor. Order online or use the envelopes in pews. Sale begins this Sunday. The deadline to order is Wednesday, November 12.

+ Make checks payable to SGPCPW and note "poinsettia" in the memo.
+ Mail them in or drop them in the offering plate.

+ More Information? Contact Sandy Walker at swalksan@aol.com.

Love a Family Gift Collection

Trees will be up Nov 9 / Gifts are Due by Nov 30

Each year we collect gifts for families in need. The gifts are shared with recipients from Mission of Hope and the Mental Health Department. We encourage families, ministry groups, Sunday School classes, and individuals to make this a part of their gift giving this season.

Gift Giving Instructions

+ Choose a Tag Select a tag from the tree. Each tag has two parts: a top copy and a back copy.

Take the top copy with you. Fill out the back copy, then place it in the designated bag near the tree.

+ Prepare Your Gift Wrap the gift and attach the top copy of the tag securely to the package. Please return your wrapped gift to the church by Sunday, November 30.

+ Thoughtful Giving Feel free to include a card or note in the package. The suggestions on the tag are only ideas; give as you feel led.

+ Pray for the Recipient Take a moment to pray for the individual who will receive your gift.

New Sermon Series

Sundays at 9 & 11am / Communion this Sunday

The holiday season is a time for celebrating with family and friends, but it is also a time that can cause anxiety and dread as we prepare for conversations about divisive issues. In this series, Pastor Joel will explore the way Scripture addresses conflict, divisive issues, and the hope of the gospel to bring reconciliation and healing to tense or broken relationships. Rather than avoiding difficult topics entirely or fueling the flames of controversy, Christians have the option of faithful engagement.

Sunday Evenings at SGPC

Join us for Sunday Afternoon Groups (4pm) and dinner (5:30pm). Sign up for dinner or volunteer below.


Menu: Deep Dish Lasagna, Salad, Garlic Bread / Kids 10 & under: Chicken Nuggets and Chips

Dinner Sign Up →

Volunteer Sign Up →

Acolytes Needed

For Youth 3rd Grade and Up

We need youth in the 3rd grade and up to be acolytes at the 9am Traditional Service. A training session will be held soon. We also need adults to help. If you are interested, contact Grace Ann Taylor at graceanntaylor72@gmail.com or call the church office.

WinGS Luncheon

Sat Nov 8 / 11:30am at Creekside Restaurant

The WinGS (Widow in Group Share) will hold this month's luncheon on Saturday, November 8 from 11am-1pm at Creekside Restaurant located at 711 East Main Street Lexington, SC.

Please contact Carol Harden at 1-217-652-2768 no later than 3pm on Wednesday, November 5 to let her know that you will be attending.

Prayer Shawl Ministry

1st & 3rd Thursdays / 10-11:30am / Room 154

Join us for fellowship, knitting, and crochet! We provide the needles and yarn. No experience needed and all ages welcome. We meet on the first and third Thursday of each month. To get involved, please contact Polly Askew.

Lexington Christmas Parade

Sun Dec 7 / Saxe Gotha Kids' Float

We would love to have you join our float as we support our community at this year's Christmas Parade. Look for more details coming soon!

More information? Contact Lindsay Shupe →

DRT Mission Trip to NC / Nov 13-16

We hope you'll prayerfully consider taking part in the upcoming mission trip to NC, Nov 13-16, or contact Bill for other ways you can support our mission efforts to that region. We hope you'll join us!

More information? Contact Bill Seymour →



Mission Trip Sign Up →

Video on Relief Needs in NC →

Modern Worship Music Set List

Preview the music that will be included in the Modern Worship Service this week on our YouTube channel.



View Set List →