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!
Our youth are going to Creation Fest later this month and they need our help with supplies. This Sunday, there will be a white board out by the elevator where you can take a slip of paper. On each slip of paper is a certain item that can be purchased in advance to support the students at Creation. The due dates for each item are listed on the slips of paper. Feel free to pick up a slip (or several), purchase the item(s), and deliver them back to the church by the due date. Thank you in advance for your assistance!!
June 24, 2018 STAY CONNECTED EVERYWHERE YOU GO!
FROM OUR YOUTH MINISTRY CREATION 2018 NORTHEAST 40TH Anniversary Celebration! July 27-30, 2018
SPUMC WEEKLY
Unlock the “secret code” on your children’s bulletin each week to play games at: games.childrensbulletins.com. You can also access the “secret code” at: www.stpauls.faith by going to the children’s page and clicking on the code. (Worship bulletins are based on what is being taught during Kids Own Worship.)
facebook.com/StPaulsEtown www.stpauls.faith
OUR CHURCH FAMILY (A card, phone call or visit would be appreciated where appropriate.)
NO LAMB BIRTHDAYS THIS WEEK.
SPUMC MINISTRIES GIFT CARDS AVAILABLE Gift cards are available for Giant, Weis, Darrenkamp’s, Groff’s Meats or Hummer’s Meats. The gift cards are sold on Sundays at the table in the Gathering space before each service or in the church office during regular weekday hours. Turn your grocery trip into a “tithing” trip and purchase a gift card today!
CARD SHOWER REQUEST St. Paul’s United Methodist Women are requesting a card shower to acknowledge the 100th birthday for one of their members. Helen Williamson will turn 100 years young on Monday, June 25. She was an active member of the Needlework Circle and an avid quilter and now resides at the Masonic Village. Help her family make this a special birthday for her by sending Helen a card to the following address: Helen Williamson C/O Laurie Williamson 605 Mt. Gretna Road Elizabethtown, PA 17022
LIMITED OFFICE HOURS From June 25-July 6, office hours will be limited to 9AM-3PM. The office will be closed all day on July 4.
JUNE OUTREACH FOCUS: Red Bird Mission! Red Bird Mission and Red Bird Clinic have been providing ministry in the Appalachian Mountains since 1921. Today the need remains critical in this isolated, rural, distressed area in the highlands of southeastern Kentucky. Chronic poverty, lack of jobs, poor housing and rugged mountainous terrain are obstacles to a fuller life for its residents. Red Bird strives to meet the needs through ministry in five areas: Education, Health & Wellness, Community Outreach, Economic Opportunity and Community Housing Improvement. To learn more about the many ministries of Red Bird Mission, visit their website at www.rbmission.org. Red Bird Mission is a faith ministry that relies on the donations of churches and individuals for funding its ministries and programs. The need is great and the Mission wants to be able to continue to share the love of Christ by serving the poor and needy of this region. You may use the designated envelope in your June envelope packet or use a pew envelope and mark it “RED BIRD”. Thank you in advance for your generosity.
ETOWN FAIR STAND VOLUNTEERS Many volunteers are needed to help with this important fundraiser. Starting in July, volunteer sign-up sheets will be posted each Sunday in the Gathering Space. An online sign up option will also be available. Watch the July HERALD and future issues of the WEEKLY for details!
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.
JULY IS ST PAUL’S FOOD BANK MONTH During the month of July, St. Paul’s is on the schedule to help restock the shelves of our local Community Cupboard. They accept all non-perishable boxed or canned items, but are in most need of the following items: 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. A table will be placed near the elevator in the gathering space to receive all donations. Thank you for your generosity to help our community members in need. 2018 FLOWER DISPLAYS If you wish to sponsor altar flowers or a special arrangement to celebrate an anniversary, to honor or in loving memory of a friend or relative, please call the church office (717.367.1889) one week prior to the Sunday you wish for them to be displayed. Flowers can be placed in either sanctuary. Flower costs are as follows: $22.50 for one altar vase, $45 for both altar vases or $25 for a special arrangement. Please use a blue flower envelope for your payment and the wording you wish to be printed in the WEEKLY on the Sunday the flowers are on display. Place the filled, completed envelope in the offering plate or place it on a desk in the church office. Thank you.
SPECIAL SUMMER MUSIC SIGN UP We are looking for special music to enhance our 8:30 a.m. worship services while the choirs take a break for the summer (through Aug. 26). If you have been blessed with musical talent and are interested in playing or singing a piece for the 8:30 am worship service, please call or choose an open date on the signup sheet located on the side table in the church office. If you have questions, please contact John Messick at
[email protected].
CONSUMED YOUNG ADULTS EVENTS Please join Consumed for the following events! For more details, contact Marika Merritt. Join us on Facebook! 6/23 – Central PA Food Bank Service Project, 9AM-12 noon 6/28 – Bible Study @ Selman’s, 7-8:30 pm 7/01 – Rheems Home Visit, 2:30-3:30p 7/02 – Drama Practice @ Church, 7-8:30p 7/10 – Hangout @ Bible’s, 7-8:30p 7/15 – Open Arms Café @ 8:15am 7/16 – Drama Practice @ Church, 7-8:30p 7/26 – Bible Study @ the Ascencio’s, 7-8:30p 7/30 – Drama Practice @ 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 – Leadership from the Book of Daniel led by David Rizzo TONIGHT @ 6:30-8:30 PM: LifeLine PM @ 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, JUNE 24 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) 12-2PM – Young Adult Planning Mtg (105 CSA) 1-4PM – CYA Group Event (4/14) 6:30-8:30PM – LifeLine PM @ Church MONDAY, JUNE 25 NOTHING SCHEDULED TUESDAY, JUNE 26 9AM-5PM – Weekly Deadline WEDNESDAY, JUNE 27 CREATION 9:00AM-Noon – Staff Meeting (105 CSA) 10-11:30AM – NO HUB Kit Assembly – CANCELED 6:30-8PM – Trustees Mtg (105 CSA) 7-8PM – Prayer Group (123) THURSDAY, JUNE 28 CREATION 6:45-8:30PM – Cornerstone Worship Team (131) FRIDAY, JUNE 29 CREATION SATURDAY, JUNE 30 CREATION TODAY’S VOLUNTEERS Sound System Jess Durham, Jim, Evan Nursery Kayla Coble, Michelle/Julia Singiser Leona Yeagley, Amanda Drager Missy Greiner Kids Own Worship Emily Gartley, Suzanne Hetrick Open Arms Café Trustees Welcome Team Sally Kraus, Harold/Nancy Engle Thelma Franks, Linda Kaylor Barry/Deb Sheesley Library Liz Helm PLEASE NOTE: THE MONTHLY LIST FOR THE VOLUNTEER POSITIONS LISTED ABOVE CAN BE FOUND IN EACH HERALD NEWSLETTER.
2018 CHECK REQUEST & REIMBURSEMENT DEADLINE NOON ON THE FOLLOWING DATES: Jul 6, 24 Aug 8, 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
SPUMC MINISTRIES COMMUNITY EVENTS ST PAUL’S CHURCH SOFTBALL LEAGUE GAMES Join us as we cheer on our church team! (All games are played at Armstrong, 1507 River Rd, Marietta 17547) Thu Jun 28 @ 6:15PM ETN.BIC vs ST.PAUL @ Armst-2 Thu Jun 28 @ 7PM ST.PAUL vs MTVILLE @ Armst-1 Sun Jul 01 @ 2PM ST.PAUL vs Alliance @ Armst-1 Mon Jul 02 @ 7PM Alliance vs ST.PAUL @ Armst-1 Mon Jul 09 @ 6:15PM CrossRd vs ST.PAUL @ Armst-1 Sun Jul 15 @ 2PM ST.PAUL vs Etn BIC @ Armst-1 Tue Jul 17 @ 7PM ST.PAUL vs Etn Men @ Armst-1
UNITED METHODIST NIGHT AT THE PHILLIES SATURDAY, JULY 21, AT CITIZENS BANK PARK July 21 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm The Phillies will host and play the San Diego Padres at 7:05 PM. UM members and guests discounted prices: $20-$47. Partial proceeds from tickets sold with the METHODIST discount will benefit UM Men’s ministries. Visit the Phillies ticket specials webpage: mlb.com/phillies/tickets/specials/methodist. Click on the “Buy Now” button and use the password METHODIST to order your tickets today. For groups of 25 or more, please contact Bryan Angione in the Group Sales Office at 215-463-5000, ext. 5465. All groups of 25 or more will be welcomed on the Phillies side auxiliary message boards at the top of the 5th inning. We hope to see you and your guests at Citizens Bank Park on July 21! For more information, contact Clifton Hubbard,
[email protected], President, Eastern PA Conference United Methodist Men
JOYS School Done Vacation Health Jack is Home! VBS!!! VBS Leaders Family/Friends
Jim – Cancer Free! VBS Volunteers Kayla’s 29th Birthday Good Test Result Regan’s Summer Answered Prayers Wonderful Family New Great Grandson Daughter’s Test Results Drama Team – Great Job
Benefit Breakfast Great Year of School Jack’s Improvements Grandsons Graduations VBS - # of Children Amanda’s 26th Birthday Boss is Gone this Week Summer Dance Starting 30 Years of Marriage Dakota – 1st Place Medal God Living Through Me CREATION Participants
PRAYER CONCERNS
Career Path LCREATION Bonnie F Sandy R Sandy L Adam H Anna M Cecelia Ryan S Beth N Jackie Susan Nan S Scott Julie Kyle Alex Jodi Erin
Employment Imler Family Peggy/Paul M/M Hinkle Richard W Richard B Richard S Bill/Diana Ronald R Shirley E Cindie D Patti W Mike F Don S Ann S Peg B Laura Steve Rose
Caeli – Safe Driving Annual Conference New Job - Changes Harold Edmondson Mary Jean Risser Regan’s Summer Friend w/ Cancer Lauren/Andrew F Jim/Mailee Epler Father in Prison Hampster Death Jon K - Military Weaver Family Baby Emmett New P/T Job Bob/Jackie Family Fun Travelers Grandpa
Approved to Purchase House in Etown VBS Décor – Hard Work & Talent Bell Choirs – Wonderful Job Wonderful Work Week w/ Alumni Classmates Harold’s Continued Healing Celebrating 51 Years of Marriage GREAT First Week Home! Mike F – Home Following Deployment Terrific Tim McGraw/Faith Hill Concert! Another Day of Love & Blessings Love the VBS Decorations! Church Leaders Summer Break
Jack’s Continued Health & Growth – Smooth Transition Sisters/Brothers – Finding God in their Heart New Move to State College w/ Son & Family Otterbein Church Fire - Duncanon Return to Work after Retirement Hope – Friends/Family/New Job Family/Friends of Marie Massa Family Member’s Test Results Barb Eldredge – Job Interview Border - Family Separations Boyfriend’s Fast Recovery Russ Bollendorf & Family Daughter – Medical Issue President & G7 Summit Cancer – Tough Days Relative’s Relocation Loss of Loved Ones Heart & Hand Group Family Test Results
Summer Homework Baby Jack & Family Nancy Ellis Family Dot/Harry Moore Job Uncertainty Marriage Stress Mark & Family Joe Dempsey Richard/Mary Julie/Joyce Tom/Nicole Megan M Joyce N Hazel D Payton Mike R Olga E Janet Dad Son
WORSHIP SERVICE INFORMATION
PASTORAL STAFF 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
ATTENDANCE
June 17, 2018 8:30am Worship Service 11:00am Worship Service Sunday School
253 129 persons 124 persons 103
SOUTH SANCTUARY FLOWERS The altar vase is in Loving Memory of John E. Shiley, Sr. by Linda M. Shiley.
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 • Fax: 367-0896 • Email:
[email protected] Website: www.stpauls.faith Pastor Woolverton •
[email protected] Pastor Miller •
[email protected] Dianne Orwig •
[email protected] John Messick •
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[email protected] Leona Yeagley •
[email protected] Barbara Woods •
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