Our commitment to serving the community and sharing God’s love extends beyond our church walls. Through a variety of outreach programs and missions, we strive to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our neighbors, both near and far.
Blessings in a Backpack
Each week during the school year, our team prepares and delivers bags of food to students in need at Little Mountain Elementary School, ensuring they have nourishment over the weekend and feel cared for and supported.
Busy Hands Ministry
This dedicated group stays active sewing bibs, neck pillows, lap quilts for nursing homes, children’s lap quilts for the Little Mountain Rescue Squad, and surgical hats for Richland Memorial Children’s Hospital.
Palmetto Gardens
We organize annual visits to this local long-term care facility, donating essential items, sharing Christmas carols, and hosting fun summer ice cream parties to connect with residents.
Community Partnerships & Events
We Care
At Thanksgiving and Christmas, we partner with WeCare to provide grocery gift cards for local families to enjoy a special holiday meal. We also work with them to provide essential items like clothing and toys for families during the Christmas season and support their food pantry throughout the year. www.chapinwecare.org/
Vacation Bible School
Held each summer, this is a community-wide event for all to grow their faith through scripture, games, crafts, and a delicious meal each evening. It’s a great week of fellowship for everyone involved.
Social Ministry Committee
Our social ministry committee supports our local high school by providing team meals for football players and collecting water and sports drinks for the marching band. They also host a fun Trunk-or-Treat and Halloween Carnival for the church and community.
Youth and Women’s Groups in Action
Youth Group – Christians in Action (CIA)
This past year, our youth collected supplies and monetary donations for neighbors in North Carolina impacted by Hurricane Helene. They also gathered school supplies for local schools and helped host blood drives to support the community’s health needs.
Lutheran Church Woman (LCW)
The LCW has supported the Neighbors Together Community in the Lowcountry by collecting backpacks and essential supplies. They also purchased items for Christmas stockings for children in North Carolina affected by Hurricane Helene and contributed funds for clean water in Africa.
Supported by Our Church Budget
Our church is proud to provide yearly donations to the following local & national organizations as part of our annual budget.
Screaming Eagles
screamingeaglesspecialneeds.org
Founded in 2017, the Screaming Eagles provide unique athletic experiences for children and young adults with special needs, partnering with local schools and colleges to make sports accessible and inclusive.
Shriners Hospital
Shriners Hospital jointly delivers specialty pediatric care, conducts innovative research, and provides education for healthcare professionals, all aimed at improving lives. This three-part mission forms the foundation of Shriners Children’s identity, with specialized treatment for pediatric patients with orthopedic disorders, burn injuries, spinal cord injuries, cleft lip and palate, urology, craniofacial conditions, and more.
Free Clinic – Chapin
Good Samaritan Clinic is a nonprofit organization dedicated to delivering no-cost healthcare to uninsured individuals and families in under-served communities across South Carolina.
St. Jude’s
Founded in 1962, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee, is a world-renowned institution dedicated to advancing cures and preventing pediatric catastrophic diseases such as cancer and other life-threatening conditions through groundbreaking research and treatment. Built on the principle that no child is ever denied care because of race, religion, or a family’s ability to pay, St. Jude continues to bring hope and healing to children and families around the world.