Cultivating Lives for Christ Welcome Visitors, Family & Friends… We are all God’s family and we’re glad you have chosen to worship with us this morning. Greet someone around you and know that you are welcome in this place. Please join us after each service for fellowship time in the gathering space!
SPUMC WEEKLY August 12, 2018 STAY CONNECTED EVERYWHERE YOU GO! facebook.com/StPaulsEtown www.stpauls.faith
UMCOR’s Work is in 3 Main Areas 1. Humanitarian Relief and Disaster Response 2. Sustainable Development 3. Global Health (in collaboration with Global Ministries) August is the month when UMCOR is our outreach focus. See page 2 of the August HERALD for details on this global ministry and ways that you can help. To learn more about UMCOR’s work and stories from those who have been helped, visit and explore www.umcor.org
It’s Back to School Time! When: Sunday, August 26th Time: 8:30am and 11:00am services Who: PreK-12th Grade; College & Teachers During the Worship Services, we will have a time of blessing and prayer. Let’s send our kids and teachers into the new school year assured of God’s promises and our loving support!
OUR CHURCH FAMILY (A card, phone call or visit would be appreciated where appropriate.)
LAMBS
SPUMC MINISTRIES COUNCIL ON MINISTRIES MEETING MONDAY, AUGUST 13, 6:30PM OFFICE AREA
TODAY!
IMMERSION & RENEWAL BAPTISM CLASS 8/12 @ 12:15PM – Baptism Class (Required) 8/19 @ 11:00AM – Baptisms If interested in the baptisms, please attend today in the South Sanctuary. REMEMBER THAT THE SECOND SUNDAY OF THE MONTH ST. PAUL’S helps restock the shelves of our local community cupboard, which helps to feed and care for those less fortunate within our community. COMMUNITY CUPBOARD NEEDS: Canned Vegetables, Canned Fruit, Soup (no chicken noodle or tomato) Cereal, Pasta Sauce, Salad Dressing, Mayo, Jello, Canned Chicken, SPAM, Juice, Coffee, Toilet Paper, Paper Towels, Shampoo/Conditioner, Laundry Detergent, Diapers (size 4, 5, 6) and Wipes. Monetary gifts are also accepted and used for perishable items such as meat and milk. Make checks payable to “St Paul’s UMC” and earmark them “Community Cupboard”. Include your name or offering envelope number if you wish to receive credit.
AUGUST MISSION CENTRAL HUB COLLECTION ITEMS: Toothbrushes (single use only, please)
SEPTEMBER HERALD ARTICLES DEADLINE: TODAY, AUGUST 12! E-TOWN FAIR FOOD DONATIONS STILL NEEDED! There are still opportunities to donate food supplies. Stop by the Gathering Space and pick up a reminder sticky to contribute food donations. Thank you! SUMMER OFFICE HOURS OPEN 9AM-12Noon: Aug. 31, Sept. 7 OPEN 9AM-3PM: Aug. 27-30, Sept. 4-6 CLOSED ALL DAY: Sept. 3 (Labor Day) OPEN 9AM-5PM: All weekdays not listed above. SAVE THE DATE!--SUNDAY, SEPT 9 Worship Service at 11:00AM at the Elizabethtown Park with the Church Family Picnic following the service. (8:30AM service still held in West Sanctuary) KEEP US IN THE KNOW… Have you changed phone numbers, dropped your land line, changed email addresses or moved recently? Please help us keep our records up to date. Have any kids going off to college in the fall? Don’t forget to pass along their new contact info as well so they can be remembered during our valentine cookie mailing next year. Call, stop by or email the church office with any updates you may have so we don’t miss you!
G.R.A.C.E. EVERY SUNDAY from 9:45-10:45 AM ____________ For all children ages 0 through Grade 6 CHURCH NURSERY – Ages 0-3. KIDS OWN WORSHIP – 4 Yrs to Grade 3
We encourage visitors anytime and any further questions about any of the classes, please contact Suzanne Hetrick, Children’s Director: 367-1889 or
[email protected] If you do not currently receive children’s news updates via email, please notify Mrs. Hetrick. REMINDER: Activity bags can be found in the colorful wooden chests entering or inside each sanctuary. Also available are crayons and children’s bulletins to entertain children during worship. KIDS OWN WORSHIP (children’s church) is offered at the 11:00 a.m. service. The 1st Sunday of each month will be designated as Family Worship! This will allow families to enjoy the worship communion experience together. KOW will be available for all remaining Sundays in each month.
MONTHLY TRUSTEE WORK DAY ON AUGUST 18 – The Trustees would like to invite you to participate in their monthly “work day” at the church. Here are the details from Trustee Chairperson, John Lerch... Who: Anyone, all ages When: Third Saturday of every month from 8am to noon Where: Meet in the church gathering space What: General upkeep of the church, indoor and outdoor projects a plenty, all skill levels welcome More What: Cleaning, organizing, repairing, fixing, painting, lawn care and more. Just like our homes, the church needs constant maintaining. Not available this month, come see us next month. For all that God has provided to you, give a little of your time back. Contact John Lerch with any questions (
[email protected]). See you there! OPPORTUNITIES FOR WOMEN The United Methodist Women will meet at NOON on Thursday, Sept. 6, for their annual “Bring A Friend to Lunch!” Lunch will include a casserole, salad and dessert. This special event will be held in the social hall. The Needlework Circle will NOT meet in August, but if you like to sew or want to learn how to knot quilts, join the group on Wednesday, Sept. 12, at 9:30AM in the social hall. The Prayer Shawl Ministry will meet on Tuesday, Aug. 21, from 9:30-11:30AM in the Prayer Room (123). All knitters and crocheters welcome!
GIFT CARD GIVING Thanks to all of you who have been purchasing gift cards or certificates here at St. Paul’s! Many of you have been making this part of your “routine” to buy these before doing your grocery or gas shopping. If you are not familiar with this program, here is the scoop! We sell grocery gift cards and certificates in the Gathering Space every Sunday morning during the Sunday School hour and during the week in the church office. The best part of this program is that between 5-10% of what you buy in gift cards is used to support our building and it’s upkeep! And you pay no more than you do at the store! It’s that easy! We currently have gift cards available for Darrenkamp’s, Giant and Weis and gift certificates for Groff’s Meats and Hummer’s Meats. Again, thank you to those who are participating. Currently not participating? We hope you will consider this as a way of giving “extra” to St Paul’s. CONSUMED YOUNG ADULTS EVENTS Please join Consumed for the following events! For more details, contact Marika Merritt. Join us on Facebook! 8/14 – Bible Study @ Troop’s, 7-8:30p 8/20 – Drama Practice @ Church, 7-8:30p 8/24 – Elizabethtown Fair Visit, 6:30-?p 8/30 – Bible Study @ Church, 7-8:30p
LIFELINE STUDENT MINISTRIES
“Focused on love, surrounded by laughter, and influenced by Christ's teachings!” All youth from 7th grade through 12th grade are encouraged to attend Sunday school in the LifeLine rooms on the upper level of the church. TODAY @ 9:45-10:45 AM: LifeLine AM – Daniel (Led by David Rizzo) TONIGHT @ 6:30-8:30 PM: LifeLine Ice Cube @ Church HELPING HANDS DONATIONS NEEDED – If you are interested in supporting the students as they help those in need in Harrisburg, donations of clothing (mostly men’s), toiletries or cash donations are welcome. Find a youth or leader and they will be sure to put the donations to good use!
PLEASE PICK UP YOUR CHILD(REN) PROMPTLY AFTER THE WORSHIP SERVICE. Your consideration for the volunteers caring for your child(ren) will be greatly appreciated! Thank you.
FEELING THE CALL to join the Children’s Ministry Team? We have the following openings: 9:45 AM Nursery and 11:00 AM Kids Own Worship. Contact Suzanne Hetrick if interested.
PLEASE NOTE: For all the latest information on the Student Ministries including the calendar of events and forms (permission/medical), please check out the following website…
http://www.stpauls.faith/ministries/youth-ministries/
WEEKLY CALENDAR Only church groups/activities listed below. See church website for complete list of scheduled internal & external calendar groups and activities. SUNDAY, AUGUST 12 HERALD ARTICLE DEADLINE 8:30AM – Sunday Worship (West Sanctuary) 9:00-11:00AM – Open Arms Café (4/14) 9:45-10:45AM – LifeLine 9:45-10:45AM – Cornerstone Worship Team (131) 9:45-10:45AM – Sunday School for All Ages 11:00AM – Sunday Worship (South Sanctuary) 12:15PM – Immersion Baptism Class (131) 6:30-8:30PM – LifeLine Ice Cube (Youth Area) MONDAY, AUGUST 13 6:30-8:00PM – Council on Ministries (105CSA) TUESDAY, AUGUST 14 9AM-5PM – Weekly Deadline 7:00-8:00PM – Finance Mtg (105CSA) WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 15 9:00AM-12:00PM – Staff Meeting (105CSA) 7-8:00PM – Prayer Group (123) 7:00-9:00PM – Fair Committee Mtg (135) 7:30-9:00PM – 412 Young Adults Worship (10) THURSDAY, AUGUST 9 6:45-8:30PM – Cornerstone Worship Team (131) FRIDAY, AUGUST 10 NOTHING SCHEDULED SATURDAY, AUGUST 11 9:00AM-12Noon – Trustee Work Day
SPUMC MINISTRIES COMMUNITY EVENTS Pulled Pork Meal Fundraiser….
www.communityplaeetown.org -Benefits the new community place on Washington, -$10 includes a pulled pork sandwich, coleslaw, cornbread and drink - Saturday, August 18, from 4-7PM. -61 E Washington Street, Elizabethtown -Email
[email protected] to purchase tickets for the meal and to sign up for the Cornhole Tournament ($50 for a team of 2; $25 for single).
FREE DENTISTRY OPPORTUNITY Dr. Sean Moriarty and his team are offering FREE dental services to the community from August 24-26! Free exams and x-rays MUST be performed prior to receiving treatment. Space is limited. Extractions, regular dental cleanings, deep cleanings (scaling/root planing) will be available. You must be between the ages of 18-65 and medically fit; take less than 3 medications; have a responsible driver to take you home and care for you after the procedure; and have NO recreational drug use. For more information or to make an appointment, email: www.morsmiles.com/free/html or call 717.553.1793. Dr. Moriaty’s office is located at 245 Bloomfield Dr, Ste 211, Lititz, PA.
Tickets must be pre-purchased this week! Get them today!
JOYS Freedom of worship Jesus Christ Anna Sunny days Answered Prayers Friends & Family God’s Love Fellowship with old friends
12th wedding anniversary 65 years of living Jacob Fantastic Daughter Harper Rose Helpful office staff Favorable test results Family Time Together Pastors/Church family
Safe Travel Godly Friendships Patience Community prayer & support Benji’s 5th Birthday God’s Mercy Wonderful church facilities Trustees’ work New business
Ethan’s job Jodi Returns Home in 99 Days Gretna Glen Music & Drama Camp SPUMC helping children Grandchild’s Arrival Needlework Circle Friends Children/Grandchildren God’s Bountiful Blessings 412
PRAYER CONCERNS
TODAY’S VOLUNTEERS Sound System Dave Grey, Jeremy, Tymn Nursery Leona Yeagley, Aimee Merchlinski, Amy Stoltzfus, Kylene Troop, Emily Singiser Kids Own Worship Brenda Gould, Aimee Merchlinski Open Arms Café Dick/Eleanor Zechman & Vicki Arendt Welcome Team Cindy Shultz, Jen Yeagley, Dave & Laura Longenecker, Thelma Franks, Don & Donna Berry, Kim Thatcher Library Shirley Corbett PLEASE NOTE: THE MONTHLY LIST FOR THE VOLUNTEER POSITIONS LISTED ABOVE CAN BE FOUND IN EACH HERALD NEWSLETTER.
PASTORAL STAFF 2018 CHECK REQUEST & REIMBURSEMENT DEADLINE NOON ON THE FOLLOWING DATES: Aug 24 Sep 7, 21
Oct 8, 24 Nov 8, 23
Dec 7, 18
WAYS TO GIVE Thank you for joining us today! Ways you can give today include: -By pew envelope—check or cash -On our website—stpauls.faith Click on “Give” to use your VISA, MasterCard, Debit Card, or checking or savings account. All donations are secure and tax deductible. Thank you for your generosity! OFFERING ENVELOPES ARE ALSO AVAILABLE to be mailed to your home for those who wish to receive a year-end statement for tax purposes. Please stop by or call the church office if you wish to sign up to receive your own offering envelopes
Pastor David Woolverton – Lead Pastor Pastor Paul Miller – Teaching Pastor
PASTORAL SUPPORT TEAM John Messick – Director of Worship & Music Ministries Suzanne Hetrick – Director of Children’s Ministries Staci Hood-Neece – Intermediate Children’s Coordinator Leona Yeagley – Nursery Coordinator David Rizzo - Director, Youth & Young Adult Ministries Tim Olsen - Assistant Director, Youth Ministries Caleb Sisak - Organist Melissa Miller – Director of Handbell Choirs Barbara Woods – Business Administrator Diane Miller – Full-time Office Assistant Peggy Ellison – Admin Assistant to the Pastors Sue Keath – Custodian
VOLUNTEER PASTORAL STAFF Dianne Orwig – Certified Lay Minister
WORSHIP SERVICE INFORMATION ATTENDANCE
August 5, 2018 8:30am Worship Service 11:00am Worship Service Sunday School
291 156 persons 135 persons 115 persons
WEST SANCTUARY CARNATION
To celebrate the birth on July 31 of Harper Rose Nezovich, daughter of Robert & Laura Nezovich, 729 Westbrooke Dr, Etown. Harper was also welcomed by grandparents, Rick and Sonya Miller, E-town.
CONTACT THE CHURCH Our regular office hours are Monday through Friday from 9 am to 5 pm. St. Paul’s United Methodist Church 398 N. Locust St., Elizabethtown 17022 Church office – 367-1889 Email:
[email protected] Website: www.stpauls.faith Pastor Woolverton •
[email protected] Pastor Miller •
[email protected] Dianne Orwig •
[email protected] John Messick •
[email protected] Suzanne Hetrick •
[email protected] Staci Hood-Neece •
[email protected] Leona Yeagley •
[email protected] Barbara Woods •
[email protected] Diane Miller •
[email protected] Peggy Ellison •
[email protected] David Rizzo •
[email protected] Tim Olsen •
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Our Mission: As followers of Jesus Christ, we will out-love the world. Our Strategy: Invite – Connect – Grow – Serve.
