Weekly News
Vol. 12-No. 16 Friday, April 21, 2017
Karen Bowman, Editor, secretary@yorkfirst.org
Our Vision Statement: “To become a community of committed Christians who Love God, Share Christ, and Serve the World”
Our Mission Statement: “People dedicated to Spiritual Growth, Loving Relationship, and Sacrificial Service”
SUNDAY, APRIL 23, 2017
9:00 a.m. – Sunday School
10:30 a.m. Worship Service
– SANCTUARY: “Pray”
– SCRIPTURE: Colossians 4:2-6
Pastor Bob will be out of the office from April 17th through April 26th. In case of emergency or any immediate need, you may contact Greg Klinedinst
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ATTACHMENTS: Calendar of Events, Friends to Remember in Prayer, & Sunday School Schedule.
ATTENDANCE – April 16, 2017, 10:30 a.m. Worship Service – 175
COPIES OF this week’s e-news, the April calendar, and April Newsline Digest are available to be picked up on the table in the narthex and at YorkFirst.org
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APRIL SUGGESTION FROM THE SPIRITUAL ENRICHMENT TEAM TO HELP YOU HAVE A CLOSER RELATIONSHIP WITH OUR LORD, JESUS CHRIST.
The April suggestion from the Spiritual Enrichment Team is to hold the Refugees of the world in your prayers, and be concerned for their plight. The Bible teaches us about many immigrants and refugees. Jesus and his parents were refugees who fled Palestine because King Herod was trying to kill Jesus. What kind of reception would Jesus and his family have today if they showed up on our southern border, riding a donkey? I hope we could welcome them with shelter, clothing, food, or a blanket. But no matter what the circumstances, one thing we can do is to pray. “We can call on the resources of our faith to do things we never thought possible. We can relate to people who come from different backgrounds, life experiences, and faith perspectives. We can share hope and life-giving opportunities where there seems to be only death”. (Medicine of Mercy, April 6, 2017)
LOST AND FOUND. . . . . . . . .
An engagement ring and wedding ring was turned into the office. Please call the church office if these belong to you.
YORK FIRST INDOOR YARD SALE, JUNE 10, Start bringing in those yard sale items you no longer want or need to the church garage. LARGE ITEMS such as electronic, furniture or lawn equipment will ONLY be accepted WEDNESDAY and THURSDAY EVENING, JUNE 7 & JUNE 8. Volunteers will be needed for many duties. Look for sign up sheets which will be posted in the narthex very soon. Please mark the date JUNE 10 for YORK FIRST INDOOR YARD SALE in our “air conditioned” Fellowship Hall. Any questions – please see Kathy Kovacs.
SHHH……..Come help us celebrate!! Jean Carson’s 90th Birthday. May 14th (the actual day) join us for a luncheon celebration after church. Please give Brian or Jackie LeGrand a rough idea of attendance so there is enough lunch…….and cake. Shhh……..it’s a Surprise.
Wanna help make Vacation Bible School a success? How can you? July 30 – August 3
1) Volunteer to help – leader, story teller, snacks, helper 2) Sponsor a part of the program – see Galactic Wish List on Narthex Bulletin Board (put your name on star when making donation for tax credit) 3) Start thinking about kids you know to invite. ~ Let Brian or Jackie LeGrand know of your willingness to help.
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THIS WEEK. . . . . . . . . . . .
APRIL 25, 2017 – LADIES BIBLE STUDY CANCELED ON TUESDAY, APRIL 25. RESUME STUDY ON TUES., MAY 2 – PAGE 66 IN STUDY BOOK.
APRIL 29, 2017, Southern PA District COB 2017 District Women’s Spring Luncheon, Sat. morning, April 29th. Bermudian Church of the Brethren, Registration begins at 8:00 AM Our Nigerian Sister, Sarah Mambula will be speaking about “….be strong and of good courage” Joshua 1: 1-10. Bermudian Sisters pray as we gather as ‘Sisters in Christ’ we will reflect on ALL of our blessings. Traveling our paths requires much strength and courage, and above all a mighty faith in our Saviour. Please see the brochure and registration form on the bulletin board.
Registration Deadline: APRIL 14, 2017
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Audio System Completed!
Our new sound system is amazing! More speakers, broader range of sound, no more crackling……many more benefits for us. And more good news to report…..last week we received $10,000 from an estate fund. The Leadership Team decided to use these funds toward the balance of our installation cost. With the $7000 raised from donations, we only need $1464 to finish paying for the system!
When you hear the results, help us get to our goal — place your donation in the offering marked “sound system”. Many thanks to all who have contributed to this project!
Financial Resources Team
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THANK YOU. . . . . . . . . . .
Thank-you to all who served in the Easter Egg Hunt.
It was a special evening with delicious food, a great story, an Easter Bunny, joyful children, and parents and grandparents.
The family of Betty Viering wishes to thank everyone for their sympathy. We greatly appreciate all the kind words, cards, flowers; especially the prayers and visits.
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SYMPATHY AND CONDOLENCES. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
To the family of Fran Seiffert. Fran passed away on April 4, 2017. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend Frances’ life celebration service at 4 p.m. on Sunday, April 9, 2017 with the visitation to follow at First Church of the Brethren, 2710 Kingston Rd., York. Officiating will be Pastor Nancy Jones..
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LOOKING AHEAD . . . . . . . . . . .
MAY 6, 2017 – The community is invited to a Spring Fair at Black Rock Church of the Brethren on Saturday, May 6th, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. The church is located south of Hanover at 3864 Glenville Road, Glenville, PA 17329. Featured entertainment includes the Werner Family Bluegrass Band, the EHMIS Show Choir, and the Black Rock Praise Choir. Activities include a tractor show, hay rides, children’s games, and a theme basket silent auction. Feast on pit beef, pulled pork and hot dogs, and funnel cakes. Visit our website at www.blackrockchurch.org or call 717-637-6170 for directions to the church or follow us on Facebook. May 6, 10 am to 4 pm! See you there!
MAY 12, 2017 ~ SOUP KITCHEN – PLEASE BRING CASSEROLES TO CHURCH BY 8:30 AM ON FRIDAY.
Sign up in the narthex to make a casserole or to work at the Soup Kitchen on Friday, May 12, 2017 (10:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.) PLEASE add your name and number of casseroles, to the SIGN UP sheet, so we can let the Soup Kitchen know how many casseroles to expect.
MAY 13, 2017 – The National Association of Letter Carriers will hold its “Stamp out Hunger” food drive on Saturday, May 13, 2017. Please leave some non-perishable food items at your mailbox that morning. Fifteen York County food pantries will receive this food. Your participation is appreciated. Thank you.
JUNE 12 & 13, 2017 – 69TH Annual Women’s Camp Retreat, “Relax, Rejoice, and Rest” – Monday, June 12 and Tuesday, June 13, Location: Camp Eder, 914 Mount Hope Road, Fairfield, PA 17320. Retreat Leader will be Brandy Liepelt. Brandy is a busy wife and mother of two very active little girls. Brandy has been a single pastor, workshop and retreat leader, missionary to Nigeria, a sometimes instructor for Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center, a Sunday school curriculum author, and a pastor’s wife. Her most recent adventure is co-pastoring the Annville Church of the Brethren with her husband, Paul. Brandy wants you to take time in the midst of your hectic business to find ways to relax and let go of the stress you carry and to rejoice in Christ our Savior as we find rest in him. See bulletin board for additional information and the registration form. Please complete and return the enclosed registration form no later than Monday, May 15, 2017.
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MAY BIRTHDAYS:
If your birthday is in MAY and it is not on the above list or is listed incorrectly, please call the church office.
2 Emily Vuono
3 John Minnich
8 Eric Jones
12 Jussett Grier
13 Dale Paules
Carole Bradfield
Ruthanna Bowser
14 Jean Carson
15 Barbara Jo Brown
16 Paige Striebig
18 Jean Lauver
Amie Dietrich
21 Stephen Carey
22 Nadine Diehl
23 Darrell Howe
26 Doris Markel
Rick Boogher
27 Brenda Harlacher
28 Marlet Naill
Shea Martin
30 Ron Rutland
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CONTACTING THE PASTOR: Pastor Bob can be reached most mornings in the church office Monday—Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to noon. Afternoons and evenings are set aside for visiting those in need, for meetings, and for other pastoral duties. Pastor Bob is also available for Pastoral Counseling by appointment. If you need to reach the pastor outside of office hours, his cell phone number is (717) 818-0653. You can also email him at Pastor@yorkfirst.org. By the way, HIPA laws prevent the hospital from contacting the pastor when you are admitted, so you will need to let hospital staff know that you would like the hospital to contact your pastor.
CONTACTING THE YOUTH DIRECTOR, Garrett Page: His phone number is (614) 400-9533 or by email at nykgarrettpage@yahoo.com
