June/July 2016 Herald
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June/July 2016 Herald
“The Herald” Newsletter St. Peter’s Evangelical Lutheran Church June/July 2016 10 Delp Road - Lancaster, PA 17601 (717) 569-9211 www.stpeterslutheran.org “The Lord will watch over your coming and going both now and forever.” Psalm 121:8 Staff The Rev. Craig A. Ross, Senior Pastor [email protected] The Rev. Sarah Teichmann, Pastor of Christian Formation [email protected] Sister Dottie Almoney, Parish Deaconess [email protected] Karen Durbin, Vicar [email protected] The Rev. Richard E. Geib, D.D., Pastor Emeritus [email protected] The Rev. Russell Rockwell, Pastor of Word of Life [email protected] Adam Lefever Hughes Director of Music [email protected] Samantha Cuascut Director of Children’s Ministries [email protected] Lorraine DiBernardo, Preschool Director [email protected] Gary Williams, Parish Administrator [email protected] Sandy Shattuck, Parish Secretary [email protected] JoAnn Harriger, Assistant Secretary [email protected] Nelson Gehman, Sexton Have You Heard the News? We have a new website!! We are proud to announce that the newly redesigned St. Peter’s website (www.stpeterslutheran.org) is up and running! With its fresh look and easy-to-navigate design, it will become your go-to source for information on everything from worship, events, announcements, youth and adult education, service opportunities, and so much more! You will also be able to access it from your smartphone or tablet any time of day, whether you’re at home or on-the-go. We encourage you to bookmark the site and start exploring! We will be continually expanding and updating our content to bring you the most current information, so check back often. While you’re there, be sure to connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Instagram. Then “Like” us, follow us, watch us and interact with us so that we can all stay connected! A very special thanks to Erik Teichmann for his hard work and dedication in making this new website a reality. If you have any Inside This Issue . . . questions, click the “Make a Suggestion” button at the bottom right of the website. Worship Schedule – 2 Adult Education - 4 A Farewell to Vicar Karen Committees – 5 We hope that many of you will join us on Sunday, June 19th, as we say farewell and Godspeed to Vicar Karen Durbin on her final Sunday leading worship among us. Vicar Karen concludes her internship with us this month. She has already been approved for ordination by the Gettysburg Seminary faculty panel, and will be presented for approval by the entire faculty in June. She will also be presented for approval by the Lower Susquehanna Synod Candidacy Committee in June, so please keep Vicar Karen in your thoughts and prayers this month. Spiritual Gifts - 8 Groups & Events – 9 Pastoral Letters – 10 St. Peter’s Kids – 13 Youth Ministries –14 St. Peter’s Preschool – 14 Music – 15 Looking Ahead/Calendar –16 Schedules and Assignments–18 JUNE & JULY WORSHIP SCHEDULE Sunday, June 5: The Third Sunday after Pentecost New Day Service of Holy Communion at 9:45 a.m. -- Pastor Craig Preaches Traditional Service of Holy Communion at 8:00 a.m., Service of the Word at 9:45 a.m. --Pastor Sarah Preaches Sunday, July 12: The Fourth Sunday after Pentecost New Day Service of the Word at 9:45 a.m. --Pastor Craig Preaches Traditional Service of the Word at 8:00 a.m., Service of Holy Communion at 9:45 a.m. --Sister Dottie Preaches Sunday, July 19: The Fifth Sunday after Pentecost Rite of Godspeed for Vicar Karen (her final Sunday with us) New Day Service of Holy Communion at 9:45 a.m. -- Pastor Sarah Preaches Traditional Service of Holy Communion at 8:00 a.m., Service of the Word at 9:45 a.m. -- Vicar Durbin Preaches Sunday, July 26: The Sixth Sunday after Pentecost New Day Service of the Word at 9:45 a.m. --Pastor Sarah Preaches Traditional Service of the Word at 8:00 a.m., Service of Holy Communion at 9:45 a.m. --Pastor Craig Preaches Sunday, July 3: The Seventh Sunday after Pentecost Installation for Vicar Avery Carr New Day Service of Holy Communion at 9:45 a.m. -- Pastor Craig Preaches Traditional Service of Holy Communion at 8:00 a.m., Service of the Word at 9:45 a.m. -- Sister Dottie Preaches Sunday, July 10: The Eighth Sunday after Pentecost New Day Service of the Word at 9:45 a.m. --Pastor Sarah Preaches Traditional Service of the Word at 8:00 a.m., Service of Holy Communion at 9:45 a.m. --Pastor Jeff Pretz Preaches Sunday, July 17: The Ninth Sunday after Pentecost New Day Service of Holy Communion at 9:45 a.m. -- Pastor Sarah Preaches Traditional Service of Holy Communion at 8:00 a.m., Service of the Word at 9:45 a.m. -- Vicar Avery Preaches Sunday, July 24: The Tenth Sunday after Pentecost New Day Service of the Word at 9:45 a.m. --Vicar Avery Preaches Traditional Service of the Word at 8:00 a.m., Service of Holy Communion at 9:45 a.m. --Pastor Bob Wegehoft Preaches at 8:00 & 9:45 a.m. Sunday, July 31: The Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost New Day Service of the Word at 9:45 a.m. --Pastor Sarah Preaches Traditional Service of the Word at 8:00 a.m., Service of Holy Communion at 9:45 a.m. --Pastor Craig Preaches We Welcome Our New Vicar, Robert Avery Carr, in July We hope that you will join us in welcoming Vicar Avery to our community of faith on Sunday, July 3rd, his first Sunday leading worship among us. Vicar Avery’s internship will begin on July 1st and will continue through the end of June 2017. Vicar Avery joins us with his wife Meegan and their daughter Elizabeth. They will be living in our vicarage for their internship year. THANK YOU VOLUNTEERS! St. Peter's is blessed with many skilled, creative and generous people! Sincere thanks to our Island Gardeners who "beautify" our church parking lot islands. They are Rhoda Goss, Tricia Hough, Chris Shimer, Carol Esbenshade, John & Lori Salzmann, Carol Shaefer and Peter Murdock. Thank you Peter, for placing St. Francis in your island as he keeps watch! Special thanks to Shirley & Bill Schlener who, every year, donate and plant geraniums around our church sign on the front lawn. Just think how many people pass by every day! And heartfelt thanks to George Groff for installing an engraved brass plate in our cemetery, on the site of our very first church that was built in 1880. This was a project of our Archives Committee. Stop by and take a look. It's located in the lower right corner of the older section, near the alley gate. PLEASE HELP SAVE MAILING COSTS!!!! PLEASE CONSIDER signing up to receive the online version of the “Herald” Newsletter and help us save on our mailing costs. Contact Sandy Shattuck in the Church Office to sign up and start receiving the “Herald” by email. Please note: You may also pick up a copy at the Welcome Desk or Literature Racks. Wednesday Morning Bible Study Concludes Pastor Ross extends his thanks to all those who participated in this year’s Bible Study which tackled The Book of Numbers, The Epistle of James, and a Lenten Bible Study led by Vicar Karen. We had a wonderful year with great attendance throughout. Pastor Ross also extends his heartfelt thanks to the class for the lovely and generous thank you gift they presented at our closing luncheon. Join us on September 14th, 2016 for our opening class in the fall. The topic will be announced in August after all the votes are in. Office Closed The Church Office will be closed on Monday, July 4th in observance of Independence Day, as defined in our HR Handbook. The Office will re-open on Tuesday, July 5th at 8:30 a.m. 3 Christian Education Great Summer Reads for “Youth & Adult Christian Education” Our Sunday school, Bible study and other learning events may be on a summer hiatus, but you can still continue to learn and grow, even on vacation! Here are some great summer reads recommended by your rostered staff . Pastor Ross: Jesus Through Middle Eastern Eyes: Cultural Studies in the Gospels (by Ken Bailey) Description: Beginning with Jesus' birth, Ken Bailey leads you on a kaleidoscopic study of Jesus throughout the four Gospels. Bailey examines the life and ministry of Jesus with attention to the Lord's Prayer, the Beatitudes, Jesus' relationships with women, and especially Jesus' parables, so as to lead you into a deeper understanding of the person and significance of Jesus within his own cultural context. The Language of God: A Scientist Presents Evidence for Belief Paperback (by Francis S. Collins) Description: An instant bestseller, The Language of God provides the best argument for the integration of faith and logic since C.S. Lewis’s Mere Christianity. It has long been believed that science and faith cannot mingle. Written for believers, agnostics, and atheists alike, The Language of God provides a testament to the power of faith in the midst of suffering without faltering from its logical stride. Pastor Sarah: Every Good Endeavor: Connecting Your Work to God's Work (by Timothy Keller) Description: In a work world that is increasingly competitive and insecure, people often have nagging questions: Why am I doing this work? Why is it so hard? And is there anything I can do about it? How can I find meaning and serve customers in a cutthroat, bottom-line-oriented workplace? Can I stay true to my values and still advance in my field? With deep insight and often surprising advice, Keller shows readers that biblical wisdom is immensely relevant to our questions about our work. ELOGOS: Daily Devotions for Down to Earth Disciples (by Deb Grant) Description: E=Everyday LOGOS = Word ELOGOS is a devotional for the everyday Christian. Each day includes a scripture verse, message, a prayer and a small space for personal notes. These pages are honest, renewing and set in real life images that bring Biblical meaning to life. Sister Dottie: The Irresistible Revolution: Living as an Ordinary Radical by Shane Claiborne Description: Shane lives out this revolution each day in his local neighborhood, an impoverished community in North Philadelphia, by living among the homeless, helping local kids with homework, and “practicing resurrection” in the forgotten places of our world. Shane’s message will comfort the disturbed, and disturb the comfortable . . . but will also invite us into an irresistible revolution. His is a vision for ordinary radicals ready to change the world with little acts of love. This is a great book about living out the Gospel and participating in social justice. The Qur'an: A Contemporary Understanding by Safi Kaskas (translator) Description: This is an easy translation in which to understand the Muslim scriptures and their religious doctrines; a great way to help bridge one’s understanding of the Muslim religion and how it compares to our own Christian Bible. This book is especially relevant to those who attended the Crosspoints Classes on Islam. Pub theology is for anyone who likes a chance to discuss various topics surrounding theology, religion or current events. It is a judgment free zone where everyone can feel free to express their opinions. Each month we meet at a different restaurant. 4 Prayer Chain Ministry From Your Prayer Chain..... DID YOU KNOW......that we do a Spring Book Study?? Each Spring, (usually starting in mid-May) once a week for 4-6 weeks, members of the prayer chain meet for about an hour to discuss an inspirational book (usually Max Lucado). This (hopefully) enriches the lives and faith of our member. Some members are unable to attend, but still read along. Matthew 7:7-8 “Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened. For everyone who asks receives; the one who seeks finds; and to the one who knocks the door will be opened.” Poem Prayer for June & July 2016 By: Janice Riegel, St. Peter’s Prayer Chain MY FATHER When I think about my father, He was such a giving man, He would help me with my homework And as a child would take my hand. His eyes were kind and gentle He had such a wondrous way Of making me feel so special Each and every day. If there were clouds throughout the day That would bring on lots of fears He’s hold me in his loving arms And would wipe away my tears. The years have quickly come and gone and I hold fond memories Of my father who meant the world to me and who spends eternity With our God of love and kindness who so gently called him home We are the children of our Lord who has made us all his own. THANK YOU FROM THE RALSTON FAMILY — “The family of Joan Ralston expresses our sincerest thanks to the congregation of St. Peter’s for all your support and kindness throughout Joan’s illness. The calls, cards, and visits were greatly appreciated. We also give our deepest thanks for the many cards of sympathy and the lovely flower arrangement from The Prayer Chain Committee. Lastly, we thank Pastor Ross and Pastor Teichmann for creating a beautiful service as well as Angela Moshos and Nancy Lefever for the wonderful music. We are blessed and grateful for your thoughtfulness and caring.” 5 Social Ministry Lydia’s Closet clothing bank at St. Peter’s We are collecting gently used children’s clothing –We are desperately in need of size 4 toddler thru girls /Boys XL as well as NEW underwear and socks. NEW DISTRIBUTION DATES: Distribution will take place the first Saturday of the month from 10:00 – 12:00 p.m. Prep Night – Fourth Tuesday from 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. Contact Molly Olmsted if you are interested in helping out at [email protected]. Community Meal for June Thursday June 9th – Kingdom Life (4:30 – 7:30 p.m.) Contact Jan Gigl ([email protected]) if you can help with this important service! Servers needed! If you would like to help out – contact Sylvia Lashley at [email protected] MEN’S HEALTH – It’s important From your Health & Wellness Committee June is the time to focus on Men’s Health. We hear a lot about mammograms, breast and cervical cancer screening, and wellness for women, but let’s not forget about our men. Their health is important too, and prostate screenings, and other preventive services are essential for their health and wellness. Women: it’s up to us to talk with our men, and make sure they are taking care of themselves and seeing/talking with their medical providers about their health. So….with that said, it’s time for the men and women to get up and get going! The Health and Wellness Committee would like to start the ‘Walk around the Lot’ program this month. Remember: We meet outside the church and walk around the parking lot, (at whatever pace is comfortable). No need to sign up. Just dress comfortably, (yes, it’s ok to dress comfortably for church), put on your walking shoes, and meet others around 9:15AM, (between the 8AM and 9:45 AM services), at the bench in front of the sanctuary entrance. No one present to walk with you? Go inside and grab someone! These walks aren’t meant to work up a sweat so you feel tired, or can’t attend church, but to reach that first 10-15 minutes of exercise for the day. (30 minutes is recommended as the total each day). Know that your Health and Wellness committee are here to support you. If you have questions, please contact the church and they’ll put you in touch with one of us. Let’s Get up and Get Going! See you for the Sunday ‘Walk around the Lot’! Finance Committee April 2016 Financial Information Year to Date Actual 315,247 315,242 5 Year to Date Budget 356,103 356,103 - General Fund Receipts General Fund Expenses Surplus (Deficit) $ $ $ Month 54,727 74,998 (20,271) $ $ $ Debt Reduction Receipts $ 17,471 $ 64,055 $ 50,500 Debt Reduction Expenses Surplus (Deficit) $ $ 12,156 5,315 $ $ 49,090 14,966 $ $ 50,500 - Total Surplus (Deficit) $ (14,956) $ 14,971 6 $ $ $ Global Missions News and Views from the Global Missions Committee ”Water, Water, Everywhere” Think about it! When was the last time you used water? To take a sip from your faucet at home? To make a pot of coffee? To take a shower or brush your teeth? How easy it is for us Americans (exception: those living in Flint, Michigan!) to access water anytime and anywhere! It is not so easy in many parts of the world. As ELCA World Hunger notes, in many places in Africa people (mostly women) must walk an average of 3.7 miles every day to get their daily household water needs. These folks often use five-gallon jugs (weighing 40 pounds when filled with water) to carry this necessity of life from streams or wells back to their homes. EVERY DAY! How widespread is lack of good, clean water? One out of every four people – 1.8 Billion people around the world – drink from contaminated water. Think about it! Can we at St. Peter’s make a difference to those whose lives and health are compromised by lack of good, clean water? YES WE CAN!! ELCA World Hunger led a Walk for Water project last year, culminating at the Youth Gathering in Detroit, Michigan in July 2015. Together our Church raised $500,000 for this project. This amount was matched by a generous ELCA family to make a total of $1 Million. With this financial help, communities will be equipped to provide good, clean water for drinking, growing crops, sanitation and hygiene. The people in these areas are also receiving health education and training to maximize their use of water. When a community has access to good, clean water, life changes dramatically. Women do not have to spend hours gathering water. They can spend more time working their farms to earn income for their families. Children are healthier, being free from contaminated water-born diseases. They can attend school more regularly. Families can begin to lift themselves out of poverty and become contributing members of their communities. We at St. Peter’s are lifting up ELCA World Hunger this year as part of the Always Being Made New Campaign of the ELCA. Together we can help bring good, clean water to millions who still do not have this necessity of life. To learn more, visit the website: www.elca.org/worldhunger. Thank you for caring. Thank you for sharing from your abundance. Christine Mummert, Chair, St. Peter’s Global Missions Committee From the Tanzania Mission Committee (TMC): Mark Aho, a member of our committee, leaves for a 10-day trip to the Konde Diocese Region of Tanzania on June 28, 2016. While there, he will visit Busoka Village, Busoka Lutheran Church, the orphans, several schools, and Itete Hospital (2 miles from Busoka) and will see firsthand the impact that St. Peter’s has had on Busoka and its people. We wish him safe travel and ask for your prayers for Mark as he spreads the love and good will of St. Peter’s to our companion congregation and the orphans. On June 5, Mark will present a temple talk of his upcoming trip. In the narthex after services, Mark will answer any questions you may have. There will be pictures of the region Mark is visiting and pictures of Busoka Lutheran Church and its people, and you will have an opportunity to give a few dollars that Mark can then place in the collection plate as a special offering at Busoka Lutheran Church’s worship services. Pastor John Mwasakilali, who visited here in February 2015 and has returned to Busoka, ministering with the Konde Diocese (Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Tanzania), has been battling malaria and has been in our church prayers and on the prayer chain for the last several weeks. Pastor John has communicated to us that his health has improved and has thanked us for our prayers. Currently, he is our liaison with Busoka and will meet with Mark when Mark visits in June/July. 7 Spiritual Gifts “Now there are varieties of gifts, but the same Spirit” By the time you are reading this, the sermon series on Spiritual Gifts has been over for a few weeks. I hope that you now know what gift or gifts God has given you. There are no exceptions … God has gifted each one of us with something unique and special so that we can put these gifts to use for His glory. The gift for this month is INTERCESSION Intercession is the gift that enables a believer to pray with the certainty that prayer is heard and, when requests are made, answers will come. Scripture References (NRSV): Matthew 6:6 - “But whenever you pray, go into your room and shut the door and pray to your Father who is in secret; and your Father who sees in secret will reward you.” Luke 22:43 - “Father, if you are willing, remove this cup from me; yet, not my will but yours be done. Then an angel from heaven appeared to him and gave him strength.” Ephesians 6:18 - “Pray in the Spirit at all times in every prayer and supplication. To that end keep alert and always persevere in supplication for all the saints.” If you have this gift, You believe that going to the Lord in prayer is the place to go for direction. You know with certainty that Jesus is listening and is responding. You spend quality time praying for others and listening during prayer. You can lead people to believe in the power of healing that occurs through prayer. You can open doors to others for help, for the opportunity to give praise and thanks, and the knowledge that the Lord is working here and how. Connections to Ministry: Prayer Chain Ministry, Visitation Ministry, Shut-In Communion Assistant, Teaching and Witnessing to Others If you have the spiritual gift of Intercession, please consider serving in any one or more of the ministries listed above! If you would like to take the spiritual gifts assessment, please contact Mary Ann Frontz, Spiritual Gifts Coordinator, at (717) 581-5397 or via email at [email protected]. 8 Groups and Events Just for Fun Group — The Just for Fun event for June 11, 2016 at 5:00 p.m. will be a picnic and yard games at Bob & Phyllis Hollinger’s house, 1525 Sunset Ave., Lancaster. Phone number is 560-3474. Place settings and beverages will be provided. Please bring a dish to share. Sign up on the sheet posted on the Fellowship Bulletin Board. St. Peter’s Softball — Games continue on Tuesdays and Thursdays. See schedule at right. Any questions, please call Jerry Beyer at 569-0186 or by email at [email protected]. St. Peter’s Library Great Books for Summer Reading Summer is a time for reading on the beach or in the back yard, during leisure time, and on vacations. We all waited through a long, dreary winter to get to the warm, sunny days of summer. St. Peter’s Library has a good choice of books that are perfect for summer reading. In the past few months, there seems to be a few more people who are taking advantage of our “Hidden Treasure.” A few more books have been borrowed, and that is a good thing! New books are always being added. Come and take a look! Please contact Mary Ann Frontz or Pat Ross if you have any questions about the library. CHECK OUT ST. PETER’S FACEBOOK PAGE! LIKE US ON FACEBOOK! 9 Pastor’s Letter Dear Friends: The summer is my favorite reason for one reason, primarily – I have more time to read during these three months, that I do at any other time of the year. I love vacationing with my family, and I enjoy the lighter church schedule which allows more time for visitation. But I cherish the additional time to read things that are not sermon or bible study fodder. So, as I often do, I’ll share some of my planned reads for the coming months. I’d love to know what you are planning to read, also … let me know. Consolations: The Solace, Nourishment and Underlying Meaning of Everyday Works, by David Whyte -- With the imagery of a poet and the reflection of a philosopher, David Whyte turns his attention to 52 ordinary words, each its own particular doorway into the underlying currents of human life. When Breath Becomes Air, by Paul Kalanitha -- What makes life worth living in the face of death? What does it mean to have a child, to nurture a new life as another fades away? These are some of the questions Kalanithi wrestles with in this profoundly moving, exquisitely observed memoir. The Language of God, by Francis Collins – It has long been believed that science and faith cannot mingle. The Language of God provides a testament to the power of faith in the midst of suffering without faltering from its logical stride. Wonder, by R.J. Palacio – I read a Young Adult novel or two every year, just to keep up with the genre. This story about August Pullman who was born with a facial deformity that prevented him from going to a mainstream school got great reviews a couple of years ago. The Haunting of Hill House, by Shirley Jackson -- The classic supernatural thriller by an author who helped define the genre. One of my “fun” reads. The City, by Dean Koontz – continues his exploration of good and evil, in ways that tap his active Catholic faith, using an unconventional genre. Advice from My 80-Year-Old Self: Real Words of Wisdom from People Ages 7 to 88, by Susan O'Malley - What advice would your 80-year-old self give to you? That is the question artist Susan O'Malley, who was herself to die far too young, asked more than a hundred ordinary people. Darkness Visible: A Memoir of Madness, by William Styron -- Styron's true account of his descent into a crippling and almost suicidal depression. I have some others that a few of you have lent to me, that I may get to. Each summer I have read through the Harry Potter series, but this summer I may tap Tolkien’s Hobbit/Lord of the Rings quartet for something different. We’ll see how the spirit moves me. If you are looking for a provocative and well researched blog of books both for adults and children, check out BrainPickings.org. It is my latest “must read” and the source of at least a few of the choices see here. See you in Church … (where we can talk about books), Pastor Ross [email protected] 10 Pastor Sarah’s Message Dear friends in Christ, Times change. You know all time changes, this is what time does. You’ve noticed it in your home as alarms may not be set so early (or at all). Your time may no longer be set to the schedule of school buses, but perhaps is set to the schedule of summer vacation or projects to accomplish. Perhaps you tell time by how long your grass has grown or the number of weeds that are invading your garden. Our church time has changed. As Sunday School has ended for the season, our late service meets earlier. From now through Labor Day we meet for worship at 8am and 9:45am Traditional and 9:45am New Day Praise service. My time has changed during the week at church, too. During the school year I could set my time to the yips, yells and laughter of little children in our preschool, but as summer sets in so does the sound of silence. I miss their energy and their joy that they bring to St. Peter’s, and I am grateful for the pre-school summer camps that will take place during the summer. What does the summertime look like for you? Is it quieter or busier than the other parts of the year? Do you have a lot of projects and dreams to realize or do you live in the “lazy days of summer?” What does your faith life look like in the summertime? If you’re looking for a good book that dives into faith and life check out Sister Dottie’s section in the Herald titled “Great Summer Reads for Youth & Adult Christian Education” which include suggested reads from all the rostered leaders. Perhaps like many others, you are traveling or spending time with family and so your usual schedule of worship gets a bit off track. When that happens, how do you carve out time for worship or prayer? If you are away from your faith home during the summer or want another way to connect, check out the online video devotions that I will be doing called “Pocket church.” You’ll be able to see them on our website and Facebook page every Monday, Wednesday and Friday and they’ll feature short video devotions about our favorite summertime activities and how God is working in them and through you this summer. Whatever you and your family do this summertime, I hope that your time may be well spent. Peace, Pastor Sarah [email protected] The Sheep are Hungry! Please Help Feed Them Needed in June & July: Peanut butter; jellies and jams; canned fruits; canned pasta; canned tomato products; spaghetti sauce; boxed macaroni and cheese; complete pancake mix & syrup; canned tuna and chicken; tuna, beef & chicken helper; cereal; instant oatmeal Food Carts are in the Narthex. Items go to the Lancaster County Council of Churches Food Bank. Thanks for your donations! 11 From Vicar Karen — Thank you, God’s people at St. Peter’s! It is difficult to believe that my time as your vicar is ending, and yet, much has changed for me since last July. I have learned a lot and grown in many ways. Thank you for your generous commitment to your vocation as a teaching parish. It is hard for me to describe what this time has been like. I have received experience not readily available in any other way to enable a person to bridge the gap from seminarian to pastor. Throughout this year, I have known the voice of God whispering in my ear what I most needed to hear and know-“yes, this is who you are becoming.” Thank you for all the ways you welcomed me from the very first day. Thank you for your kind and encouraging words, your challenging words, for allowing me the freedom to try new things, to stumble, and to fly. The open environment that I have experienced at St. Peter’s has allowed me to push myself past my boundaries of what is comfortable, to try different preaching methods, to bring my own teaching style to well established classes, to be adventurous, to receive helpful critique, to care for you when you were sick, and to counsel and pray for you when you were confused or hurting. Walking alongside some of St. Peter’s amazing young adults has been a particular honor and joy for me. Many thanks to the members of Food Friends Faith, for your part in forming this group, for your candor, your prayers, and for the fun we have had together. I will continue to hold you in my heart, and pray that you will know God’s voice as you seek to listen and discover who God has created and enabled you to be. Be courageous and trust God’s promises to be with you! It is always a bit dangerous to thank particular people, because I don’t want to exclude anyone, and because so many of you have been amazing in your welcome and care for me this past year. But I need to publically thank a few. The support staff here is amazing. It has been a pleasure to get to know you and to serve among you. Many heartfelt thanks to Pr. Craig who must be the best supervisor ever. Thank you for all you have given of yourself, your time, expertise, and encouragement. Thank you for allowing me the freedom to ask hard questions as we have explored the many nuances of pastoral ministry, and to see how much joy and satisfaction you experience in the privilege of pastoring the people of St. Peter’s. Thank you to Neil Snyder and all those on my internship committee—Joe, MaryAnn, Betsey, Becky, Stephen, Doug, and Greg. Thank you for the memories, the critique, the support, the laughs, the time, and the energy you have given to me this past year. Many thanks to Pr. Sarah and Sr. Dottie. You have treated me as a partner in ministry. You have made yourselves available for questions, a good laugh, and offered your help to me with eagerness. In many ways, I have benefitted from two additional supervisors this past year. I wish I could tell you how many times it was clear to me that the Holy Spirit led me to St. Peter’s for this year. I could never have imagined the joy of how I have been nurtured as a “pastor to be” in your midst. Each of you has been God’s person to me, helping me to become who God is calling me to be. It will be difficult to say goodbye, but the time is here. I am ready to discover God’s leading for my next steps and you will have the joy of welcoming a new vicar! I will always treasure you and the time among you in my heart. I pray that according to the abundant wealth of God’s glory You may become strong with power through the Spirit in the inner person, that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith, so that, being rooted and grounded in love, you may be able to comprehend with all the saints what is the breadth and length and height and depth, and thus to know the love of Christ that goes beyond knowledge, so that you may be filled up with all the fullness of God. Now to the all-powerful One, who is able to do immeasurably more than we can ask or understand, be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus to all generations, forever and ever. Amen. (Ephesians 3:16-21) May the grace-filled blessings and peace of Christ be with you and always enliven your way. Vicar Karen [email protected] 12 There is no Sunday school over the summer months, but please join us in September as we begin a new Sunday school year filled with faith, fellowship, and fun! Jill Pretz led our preschool Sunday school this year in singing! Children ages 2 through Kindergarten learned about the church seasons and God’s love as they sang age appropriate Bible songs. The children also performed at services in December and April. A HUGE thank you goes out to Jill for sharing her talents with these lucky kids! A BIG thank you goes out to the over 30 volunteers who made this year’s Sunday School a success! From the teachers, to the assistants, guides and station leaders, we couldn’t do it without you! If you are interested in helping for the 2016-17 school year, email Samantha at [email protected]. Our 2016 Vacation Bible School, Surf Shack, will be held for children ages 4 through 6th grade at St. Peter’s from July 18-22. At Surf Shack, kids participate in memorable Bible-learning activities, sing catchy songs, play games, dig into yummy treats, experience epic Bible adventures, and many more fun activities. We look forward to welcoming Erik Teichmann in leading the music for the week! Join us for a fun week of faith and fellowship! Registration forms are available in the Narthex. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!– Check out the volunteer form at the display in the Narthex and fill it out! There are opportunities for everyone to help out, regardless of how much time you have to give. You can also email Samantha at [email protected]. Kids ages 4 through 4th grade learned about Mary and Martha in the most recent Sunday School session. Mary and Martha welcomed Jesus into their home and they (and our kids) learned a valuable lesson about making time to listen to Jesus. The Rotation Sunday School also made this simple biscuit recipe that you can try at home! While making it, encourage your kids to tell you about the story of Martha and Mary! Easy Biscuits: 2 c. flour 3 tsp. baking powder 1 tsp. salt 1/4 c. butter 2/3 - 3/4 c. milk Mix flour, baking powder and salt. Cut in butter. Mix in milk. Mix well with hands. Place on board and roll out. Cut. Bake at 450 degrees for 10 to 12 minutes, watching carefully. Let cool and enjoy! As always, if you have any questions about Children’s Ministries, contact Samantha Cuascut, Director of Children’s Ministries at [email protected] or 717-586-0330. Samantha Cuascut Director of Children’s Ministries RIGHT OF REFUSAL WAIVER FOR PHOTOS — To insure the safety of our parishioners, St. Peter’s has adopted a policy for the use of photos from various services, events and educational programs here at church. If you wish that your image or the image of your child(ren) NOT BE USED in any media that St. Peter’s publishes, please pick up a “Right of Refusal Waiver” (a bright green form) from the literature racks in the narthex or at the Welcome Desk. For the form to be valid, a photo must be included with the form. Forms will be valid for the calendar year (until December 31). Each year a new form and updated photo will need to be filled. Please hand in the completed form with picture to the church office. Please contact Samantha Cuascut, Director of Children’s Ministries if you have any questions. 13 Youth & Family Ministry News… Summer Events: Sunday June 5th – Family Picnic and Game Night – 6:00 -8:00 p.m. All of our youth and their families are invited to be part of an “end of school year” picnic and game night. Youth will compete against their parents in a variety of games. Sign up on the sign up genius site to bring a food item. http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0d44a5af2ea5fe3-june We will also recognize our first Youth Council. Lancaster Conference Confirmation Camp June 26-July 2 Camp Kirchenwald For all youth who will be going into grade 6 thru grade 9. Cost: $250.00 for the week. Our Theme this year is Faith in Action – Just do it! We will be joined by youth from Grace and Good Shepherd Lutheran Churches. Senior High Beach Retreat (incoming 9th thru 2016 grads) Thursday July 7th thru Monday July 11th Cost: $125.00 for lodging, food and transportation Our theme this year is the “Biggest Loser” – join youth from Grace Lutheran as well as we learn and play together at the beach! Registration forms for these events can be found on the youth board in the youth lounge! VBS Opportunities- July 18-22 – 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Club 56 – youth in grades 5 and 6 will have learning and fun activities with Sister Dottie in the youth lounge – games, crafts and more! Grades 7 and up – Youth volunteer helpers are needed to help with shepherding and various stations. Watch for sign ups! Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions or concerns. Sister Dottie Almoney, Parish Deaconess [email protected] St. Peter’s Preschool Our preschool year has come to an end and we are now preparing for our summer camp which begins on June 7 th! We enjoyed an outstanding year with a healthy enrollment and lots of new families joining ours. Many thanks to our loyal and talented group of teachers who put their hearts into the important task of preparing children for the challenges of kindergarten and grown-up school. We send them out into the world after their time with us, confident that they have grown into life-long learners and above all, kind and gracious little children. It is a blessing to be able to work with young families at this most joyful time in their lives. We are still enrolling for September, 2016 and hope to be starting the school year at full capacity. Our enrollment trends are up this year and we are excited about being able to operate with full classes, even in our afternoons! It’s much more energizing when our church building is brimming with the happy sounds of St. Peter’s Preschool students. Lorraine DiBernardo, Preschool Director [email protected] 14 Summer Music Many thanks to all of the musicians who are providing music for services over the summer. The church appreciates your gifts and your willingness to share them! Father’s Day – Women’s Pick-up Choir – June 19th Father’s Day is fast approaching! A pick-up choir of all women will form to sing during the 9:45 service on June 19th. There will be brief rehearsals between services on June 12th and June 19th. This cross-generational choir will help lead worship and serenade the fathering figures in the church during the offertory. Come join us! Hymn Sing Preludes We will have hymn-sing preludes again this summer as the prelude at the traditional services on the last Sunday of the month. Before the service begins, we will take requests and sing a verse or two of each favorite in place of the prelude. Come early on June 26th, July 31st, and August 28th and be ready to shout out your favorite hymn number! Handbell Petting Zoo – August 7th Have you ever wondered what it was like to ring a handbell? Maybe you’d like to try! There will be a Handbell Petting Zoo between services on August 7th. Join some of our very own handbell ringers in the narthex for this hands-on opportunity to see what the fun is all about! Lancaster British Brass Band – August 6th St. Peters’ final Musical Arts concert will take place August 6th at 7:00pm. The Lancaster British Brass Band presents Beatles Go Brass, a concert featuring the music of the Beatles completely clothed in brass with the latest terrific arrangements of your favorite Beatles songs. Adam Lefever Hughes Director of Music [email protected] Hymn Sing Preludes We will again observe a hymn-sing prelude once a month during the summer at our traditional worship services. In place of an anthem as the prelude, we will ask for favorite hymn requests from the congregation. Please join us early for worship on the following dates, so that you can sing a verse or two of our favorite hymn. The dates will be: Sunday, June 26 … Sunday, July 31 … Sunday, August 28. NARTHEX COFFEE BAR A huge Thank You goes out to all the amazing volunteers that made coffee bar possible this year. Thank you, if you made and served coffee and treats. Thank you, if you took the time to bake delicious treats. Thank you, if you made monetary donations every Sunday. Also, thanks to you, our members, for enjoying the coffee, the treats and the gathering. Thank you!!! Lis Wolf Summer Coffee Bar Due to very busy schedules during the Summer, Coffee Bar will be closed for the months of June, July & August. We will be back in business on September 11th. If you would like to help us next year, whether is serving coffee or baking treats, please let me know by email at [email protected]. Thanks for a great year. Lis Wolf. 15 LOOKING AHEAD JUNE CALENDAR Wednesday, June 1 10:00 a.m. - Prayer Chain Book Study (Conference Room) 2:00 p.m. - Evangelism Committee (Conference Room) 7:30 p.m. - WOLD Bible Study (Room 100) Tuesday, June 14 1:00 p.m. - Community Relations (Conference Room) 5:30 p.m. - African Drumming Instruction (Music Room) 7:00 p.m. - Worship Committee (Conference Room) Thursday, June 2 11:45 a.m. - 50+ (Café) 6:00 p.m. - Praise Band Practice (FLC) Wednesday, June 15 10:00 a.m. - Prayer Chain Book Study (Conference Room) 6:00 p.m. Pub Theology Friday, June 3 6:00 p.m. - Kohl/Roscoe Wedding Rehearsal (Sanctuary) Thursday, June 16 6:00 p.m. - Praise Band Practice (FLC) Saturday, June 4 10:00 a.m. - Clothing Bank Distribution (Youth Lounge) 3:30 p.m. - Kohl/Roscoe Wedding (Sanctuary) Saturday, June 18 11:00 a.m. - Funeral Service for Bud Roderick (Sanctuary) Sunday, June 5 NAME TAG SUNDAY 8:00 a.m. - Worship & Communion Sanctuary) 9:45 a.m. - New Day Worship & Communion (FLC) 9:45 a.m. - Worship (Sanctuary) 10:00 a.m. - Word of Life (Chapel) 6:00 p.m. - Family Picnic & Game Night Sunday, June 19 Confirmation Camp begins (Kirchenwald) 8:00 a.m. - Worship & Communion (Sanctuary) 9:00 a.m. - Women’s Pick Up Choir (Music Room) 9:45 a.m. - New Day & Communion Worship (FLC) 9:45 a.m. - Worship & Baptism (Sanctuary) 10:00 a.m. - Word of Life (Chapel) Monday, June 6 6:30 p.m. - Manheim Township Baccalaureate (Sanctuary) Monday, June 20 6:30 p.m. - Human Resources (Conference Room) Tuesday, June 7 9:00 a.m. - Seminary Leader Group (Room 100) 9:30 a.m. - Staff Meeting (Conference Room) 1:30 p.m. - Rostered Text Study (Conference Room) 5:30 p.m. - African Drumming Instruction (Music Room) 6:00 p.m. - Food, Friends, Faith (Vicarage) 6:30 p.m. - Volunteer Training (Café) 6:30 p.m. - Mutual Ministry (Conference Room) Tuesday, June 21 9:30 a.m. - Program Staff Meeting (Conference Room) 5:30 p.m. - African Drumming Instruction (Music Room) 6:00 p.m. - Food, Faith, Friends (Vicarage) 6:30 p.m. - Intern Committee (Cry Room) 7:00 p.m. - Stewardship (Conference Room) Wednesday, June 22 10:00 a.m. - Prayer Chain Book Study (Conference Room) Wednesday, June 8 10:00 a.m. - Prayer Chain Book Study (Conference Room) 7:00 p.m. - Property Committee (Conference Room) Thursday, June 23 6:00 p.m. - Praise Band Practice (FLC) Sunday, June 26 8:00 a.m. - Worship (Sanctuary) 9:45 a.m. - New Day (FLC) 9:45 a.m. - Worship & Communion (Sanctuary) 10:00 a.m. - Word of Life (Chapel) 3:00 p.m. - Latvian Lutheran Church of Quakertown (Chapel) Thursday, June 9 9:30 a.m. - WELCA (Room 123) 1:00 p.m. - Community Meal (Kitchen) 6:00 p.m. - Praise Band Practice (FLC) Friday, June 10 Time TBA - Gerhart/Conrad Wedding Rehearsal (Sanctuary) Monday, June 27 6:45 p.m. - Tanzania Mission Committee (Conference Room) 7:00 p.m. - New Day Committee (Room 100) Saturday, June 11 3:30 p.m. - Gerhart/Conrad Wedding (Sanctuary) 5:00 p.m. - Just For Fun (Home of Bob & Phyllis Hollinger) Tuesday, June 28 5:30 p.m. - African Drumming Instruction (Music Room) 6:30 p.m. - Clothing Bank Preparation (Youth Lounge) Sunday, June 12 8:00 a.m. - Worship (Sanctuary) 9:00 a.m. - Women’s Pick up Choir (Music Room) 9:45 a.m. - New Day Worship (FLC) 9:45 a.m. - Worship & Communion (Sanctuary) Wednesday, June 29 9:00 a.m. - Risk Management (Knight & Day Diner) Thursday, June 30 6:00 p.m. - Praise Bank Practice (FLC) Monday, June 13 7:00 p.m. - Church Council (Conference Room) 16 LOOKING AHEAD JULY CALENDAR Saturday, July 2 10:00 a.m. - Clothing Bank Distribution (Youth Lounge) Monday, July 18 6:00 p.m. - VBS 6:30 p.m. - Human Resources (Conference Room) Sunday, July 3 NAME TAG SUNDAY 8:00 a.m. - Worship & Communion (Sanctuary) 9:45 a.m. - New Day Worship & Communion (FLC) 9:45 a.m. - Worship (Sanctuary) 10:00 a.m. - Word of Life (Chapel) Tuesday, July 19 9:30 a.m. - Program Staff Meeting (Conference Room) 5:30 p.m. - African Drumming Instruction (Music Room) 6:00 p.m. - Food, Faith, Friends (Vicarage) 6:00 p.m. - VBS 6:30 p.m. - Intern Committee (Cry Room) 7:00 p.m. - Stewardship (Conference Room) 7:00 p.m. - Long Range Planning (Room 100) Monday, July 4 Church Office Closed Tuesday, July 5 9:30 a.m. - Staff Meeting (Conference Room) 1:30 p.m. - Rostered Text Study (Conference Room) 5:30 p.m. - African Drumming Instruction (Music Room) 6:00 p.m. - Food, Friends, Faith (Vicarage) 6:30 p.m. - Mutual Ministry (Conference Room) Wednesday, July 20 6:00 p.m. - VBS 6:00 p.m. Pub Theology Thursday, July 21 6:00 p.m. - VBS 6:00 p.m. - Praise Band Practice (FLC) 7:00 p.m. - Endowment Committee (Conference Room) Wednesday, July 6 2:00 p.m. - Evangelism Committee (Conference Room) Thursday, July 7 Senior High Beach Retreat begins 11:45 a.m. - 50+ (Café) 6:00 p.m. - Praise Band Practice (FLC) Friday, July 22 6:00 p.m. - VBS Sunday, July 24 8:00 a.m. - Worship (Sanctuary) 9:45 a.m. - New Day (FLC) 9:45 a.m. - Worship & Communion (Sanctuary) 10:00 a.m. - Word of Life (Chapel) Sunday, July 10 8:00 a.m. - Worship (Sanctuary) 9:45 a.m. - New Day (FLC) 9:45 a.m. - Worship & Communion (Sanctuary) Monday, July 25 6:45 p.m. - Tanzania Mission Committee (Conference Room) 7:00 p.m. - New Day Committee (Room 100) Tuesday, July 12 1:00 p.m. - Community Relations (Conference Room) 5:30 p.m. - African Drumming Instruction (Music Room) 7:00 p.m. - Worship Committee (Conference Room) Tuesday, July 26 1:30 p.m. - Book Club (Cry Room) 5:30 p.m. - African Drumming Instruction (Music Room) 6:30 p.m. - Clothing Bank Preparation (Youth Lounge) Tuesday, July 13 7:00 p.m. - Property Committee (Conference Room) Wednesday, July 27 6:30 p.m. - Risk Management (Conference Room) Thursday, July 14 9:30 a.m. - WELCA (Room 123) 6:00 p.m. - Praise Band Practice (FLC) Thursday, July 28 6:00 p.m. - Praise Band Practice (FLC) Sunday, July 17 8:00 a.m. - Worship & Communion (Sanctuary) 9:45 a.m. - New Day Worship & Communion (FLC) 9:45 a.m. - Worship (Sanctuary) 10:00 a.m. - Word of Life (Chapel) Sunday, July 31 8:00 a.m. - Worship & Station Communion (Sanctuary) 9:45 a.m. - New Day & Station Communion (FLC) 9:45 a.m. - Worship & Station Communion (Sanctuary) 17 Traditional Worship Assistant Schedule for June ACOLYTE/ CROSSBEARER June 5 8:00 am Conner Lehman - A COMMUNION ASSISTANT LECTORS Christine Healy Randy & Deb Shue USHERS Bob & Phyllis Hollinger, Bob & Patti Ed, Mary, Jordan & Colin Yablonski 9:45 am June 12 8:00 am 9:45 am Caroline Ford - A Ling Ling Courtois - A David Wolf - A Pam Hoffmaster Carol Esbenshade Geoffrey Groff June 19 8:00 am Julia Leisure - A Ken Jacobs Bob Courtois June26 8:00 a.m. Thom, Betsy, Sophia, Jensen, Rory & Niamh McConnell Dave & Lis Wolf George Swan, Eric May, Bill & Mary Ellen Terry & Marianne Emily Beauregard - A Craig Boyhont Beasley, Greg & Sherry Moul Don Templeton, Dan Beck, Russ Vollmer, Scott, Jack & Kyle Trayer Mitchell Burkholder - A Anna Mae Kenyon Tom Rothfus, Gene Olson, Clint Frontz 9:45 am Courtois Ivan & Helen Gerhart, Scott Glassford, Jocelyn Kline, Alan & Beverly Swanson Bret & Pam Hoffmaster, Barry & Kathy Caldwell, Steve & Diane Geff Nancy Beauregard Paul Berkebile BREAD & WINE PRESENTERS Kopetz Jason, Carin, Julia & Nathan Leisure 9:45 a.m. Kayla Bush - A Chris Bush Thompson McConnell Jeffrey Pretz Mark & Sam Beauregard, Paul Servansky, Greg, Margaret & Stephen Strausser Rich & Ann Larrick Continued on next page Worship Leader Coordinators Communion Assistants: Karen Peiffer 569-3643 Greeters: Leigh Trayer 271-9268 Lectors: Thom McConnell 581-0068 Nursery: Patti Courtois 898-1898 Ushers: Nancy Beauregard 295-9814 Welcome Center: Mary Ann Oberholtzer 898-7823 Acolyte, Crucifer, & Torch Bearer: Sylvia Lashley 872-4309 Altar Guild: Linda Siems 569-8499 AV Room: Paul Berkebile 569-7209 Bread & Wine Presenter: Jennifer Lehman 519-8851 CD & Flower Delivery: Christine Smith 299-0949 18 Traditional Worship Assistant Schedule for June (continued) WELCOME GREETERS June 5 8:00 am Mark Burkholder Travis Chaby 9:45 am Scott & Sharon Breeden June 12 8:00 am Ron & Joan Beck CENTER Dee Vulgaris AV/ LIGHTING Angela Moshos Shirley Dombach Lori Rowley June 19 8:00 am Richard & Loretta Nancy Shimer Chubb Clarence Simon Luther & Catherine John & Kathy 9:45 am June 26 8:00 a.m. 9:45 a.m. Margaret Stigelman Debbie Shue Laretta Stutzman Terry McGuigan Bob Preston Karen Shreiner Susan Chever Peggy Popp Alyssa Kerper Debbie Shue Nancy Shimer Susan Chever Cindy Blaney Debbie Shue Christine Ponti Mary Ann Oberholtzer Alyssa Kerper Mark Burkholder Julie Young Kimmich Burke Jim & Julie Art & Libby Gotwald Stoner Dennis & Louise David & Lis Wolf Paul Berkebile Alyssa Kerper Rick Groff Karen Parise Alyssa Kerper Phyllis & Bob Hollinger Sitler Alyssa Kerper Chris & Kerry Hess Brian & Barbara Bill Schlener Danielle Geyer Susan Chever Anne Wolf Alyssa Kerper Debbie Shue Lis Wolf June Flower Delivery Schedule 6/05 6/12 6/19 6/26 GUILD Alyssa Kerper Tolbert Date COORD. Joy & Lyle Hosler Joe Almoney Miller 9:45 am ALTAR Susan Chever Alyssa Kerper Don Shaub Larry & Sylvia NURSERY Amy Groff ALTAR GUILD Deliverer Recipient Margy Stigelman Mary Kammerer Betz Lind Anna Dowie Tim & Sharon Fickes Velma Newcomer Marsha Chamberlain Joan Groff Libby Stoner Sue Mellinger Snookie Boltz Bertie Miller Christine Smith Jean Weaver Nancy LeFevre Fran Brouse June CD Delivery Schedule Date 19 Deliverer Recipient 6/05 Mike Wildasin Nancy Varnes 6/12 Bob Nace Fran Brouse 6/19 Carol Bedford Marguerite Paul 6/26 XX XX Traditional Worship Assistant Schedule for July ACOLYTE/ CROSSBEARER July 3 8:00 am COMMUNION ASSISTANT LECTORS Morgan Stuhltrager-A Susan Ketchum Reed & Gloria Rodman, Bob & Edee Harry & Nancy Ward, Nancy Pokopec Mary Jane Wilcox 9:45 am July 10 8:00 am 9:45 am Rory McConnell - A Dr. Peter Calusic Blake Hoffmaster - A Bill Kopetz Connor Strine - A Jill Emmert Tom Chever, Dennis Maurer Jerry Beyer, Glen Hauck, Julie Tritch, Scott, Sharon & Evan Breeden Mark Brandenburger, Andrea Sherman, Dave Mullican, Larry Wilcox, Ken & Kitty Robinson Bud Benton, Kayla Bush, Rich & Ann Larrick, Harry & Kelley Lutz Bill & Linda Montgomery Diane & Megan Welsh, Joe & Cindy Geesey Mary Ann Frontz Janet Roberts July 17 8:00 am Ling Ling Courtois - A Anne Marks Eric May Jim Lehman 9:45 am Conner Lehman - A Angela Moshos 9:45 a.m. David Wolf - A John Ford Jackie Morrison Richard & Anne Wolf, Julia Leisure - A Reed Rodman Diane Gegg Susan Ketchum 9:45 a.m. Emily Beauregard - A Margaret Strausser Bob & Pam Preston Greg & Sherry Moul Carolyn McNaughton Margaret Strausser Dave & Lis Wolf Dave, Lis, David & Jessica Wolf Liz, Sean & Iain O’Brien Jenn & Sara Randy & Debbie Shue, Lehman Bob Courtois Greta Ruth July 31 8:00 a.m. Bedford Andy Hirko, Richard, & Peggy Jean Vivola, Greg, Sylvia & Ken Lashley Cindy Miley, John Kerchner, Ted Andrews, Mark, Melanie, Mitchell Burkholder Jensen McConnell - A Carol Esbenshade July24 8:00 a.m. BREAD & WINE PRESENTERS USHERS Station Brian Tolbert, Dan Johnson, Ron Naudus, Communion Steph Palic, Jim & Jane Savidge Continued on next page July Flower Delivery Schedule Date 7/03 7/10 7/17 7/24 7/31 Deliverer Recipient Sue Bowman Clyde Gamber Michelle Wertz Marguerite Paul Laretta Stutzman Anna Wetzler John & Kathy Burke Ray Ralston Cathy Glattacker Dorothy Cowan Margy Stigelman Mary Kammerer Betz Lind Anna Dowie Tim & Sharon Fickes Velma Newcomer Marsha Chamberlain Joan Groff Libby Stoner Sue Mellinger July CD Delivery Schedule Date 20 Deliverer Recipient 7/03 Bob Nace Fran Brouse 7/10 Carol Bedford Marguerite Paul 7/17 Mike Wildasin Nancy Varnes 7/24 XX XX 7/31 XX XX Traditional Worship Assistant Schedule for July (continued) WELCOME GREETERS July 3 8:00 am AV/ LIGHTING July 10 8:00 am 9:45 am 9:45 am July 24 8:00 a.m. 9:45 a.m. July 31 8:00 a.m. 9:45 a.m. GUILD Jill Kerchner Alyssa Kerper Linda Siems Judy Wenrich Randy Ketchum Chloe Otto Debbie Shue Loretta Chubb Sherry Weller Ed & Tricia Cortes Linda Siems Linda Gall Mark & Jan Pam Hoffmaster Mark Burkholder Mary Ann Oberholtzer Debbie Shue Bill & Linda Gilliford Randy Ketchum Alyssa Kerper Linda Siems Montgomery Gerald & Bonnie Mark & Darla Detz Cardin John & Jill Mary Ann Oberholtzer Kerchner Christine Ponti James & Martha Dick & Loretta Fulmer Chubb Dan & Karen Beck Charles & Sylvia Dave Tilley Sally Newell Traeger Alyssa Kerper Christine Ponti Bob & Edee Susie Roderick Bedford Russell & Lois Leigh Trayer Vollmer July 17 8:00 am COORD. Debbie Shue TBA Bearinger 9:45 am ALTAR NURSERY Patti & Bob Courtois Brent & Susan CENTER Ron & Joan Beck ALTAR GUILD Bill & Mary Ellen Susie Roderick Tom Chever Patti Courtois Jen Lehman David Wolf Karen Beck Alyssa Kerper Terry McGuigan Phyllis & Bob Hollinger Alyssa Kerper Rick Groff Jen Podgurski Alyssa Kerper Angela Moshos Debbie Shue Linda Siems Julie Young June Hemsteger Laurie Saltzman No AG Kopetz Janis Sharkey Alyssa Kerper Rich & Ann James & Martha Bill Schlener Ed & Christina Borkenhagen Debbie Shue Carol Esbenshade Larrick Fulmer Alyssa Kerper Linda Siems Mary Ann Frontz AUGUST 2016 NEWSLETTER ARTICLES DUE JULY 10TH Articles for the August 2016 “Herald” are due in the church office no later than July 10th. Please submit articles to Sandy Shattuck in the church office or email to [email protected]. Thank you for your cooperation. 21 NEW DAY WORSHIP PARTICIPANTS — JUNE 2016 June 5 June 12 June19 June 26 N/A N/A N/A N/A Ben Armitage Peter Murdock Joel Olmsted Bob Preston Set-up & Coffee Bar Lector Communion Assistant Jennifer Sassaman William Sassaman Ushers Mark & Sharon Schaefer Dave Tilley, Scott Fyfe Scott & Amanda Sprague Bill & Drew Sassaman Altar Guild Sarah & Emily Bromirski Morgan Stuhltrager Robin Schmincke Sharon Schaefer A/V Sound Scott Fyfe Jenny Sassaman David Wolf Joe Almoney NEW DAY WORSHIP PARTICIPANTS — JULY 2016 Set-up & Coffee Bar Lector Communion Assistant Ushers July 3 July 10 July 17 July 24 July 31 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A Kris Armitage Sarah Bromirski Sally Longenderfer Jennifer Sassaman Sharon Schaefer Jennifer Podgurski John Burke Sharon Schaefer Peter Murdock, Dave Tilley Ed & Emily Martin Scott & Amanda Sprague Mark & Sharo Schaefer Bill & Leah Sassaman Altar Guild TBA Morgan Stuhltrager Sharon Schaefer Robin Schmincke Sarah & Emily Bromirski A/V Sound Bob Preston Mike Bromirski Matthew Armitage Will Ayars Dave Tilley TWITTER — Welcome to the new, active (!) Twitter community for Saint Peter’s Lutheran Church. Please follow us @ stpeterslanc and use #stpeterslanc to chat about the sermon or events. If you have any questions, please contact me at [email protected] Thank you! Sandy Shattuck, Editor & Parish Secretary 22