July 2018
Evangelism Workshop
This event is fully subscribed. If you would like to attend the next offering of it contact Frank Kirk at (843) 869-4339 to be put on a list for the next event. Join us from 10 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, July 21 at Holy Comforter, Sumter, for the Diocesan Evangelism Workshop. You'll learn different styles of evangelism, discover your natural style for sharing your faith, and learn how to apply it through coaching and role-playing in a relaxed, encouraging…
Find out more »Refocusing on Mission: Florence/Orangeburg Gathering
Refocusing on Mission: Diocesan Gatherings with Bishop Mark Lawrence The first priority of the Church is always proclamation of the Good News of Jesus Christ; in all the manifold ways the Body of Christ accomplishes that task together. There are many obstacles, however, that can disrupt the mission of the Church and distract us from our primary task. These events drain away our energy and negatively impact our missionary effectiveness. Bishop Mark Lawrence will be leading gatherings at five locations…
Find out more »December 2020
David Marten Ordination
God willing, on Monday, December 21, 2020, at 6 p.m. The Rt. Rev. Mark J. Lawrence will ordain David Marten to the order of transitional diaconate at the Church of the Holy Comforter, Sumter. Clergy are invited to process wearing red stoles. If you are unable to attend the service at the church (213 N. Main Street, Sumter,) view the ordination livestream here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7FnHWSV3JJ0&feature=youtu.be David currently serves as the Director of Student Ministries at Church of the Holy Comforter. A…
Find out more »February 2022
Booman Institution at Holy Comforter, Sumter
On Thursday, February 17 at 6:00 p.m. Bishop Mark Lawrence will Institute and Induct the Rev. David Booman as the Rector of Church of the Holy Comforter, Sumter. An institution is a time for celebration throughout the Diocese and a time to hold the new Rector and the parish in your prayers. If you're unable to be present, do make time to pray. Most gracious Father, the Giver of all good and perfect gifts, in your wise providence you appoint…
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