Vacation Bible Camp

2014
July & August
2014
THE HTLCall is a monthly publication for the Members and Friends of
HOLY TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH of DINGMANS FERRY, PA.
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Vacation Bible Camp
June 30th – July 3rd
9:00 AM – 12:00 Noon
Ecumenical Outdoor Service ~
Sunday, August 10th
More details to be announced
HOLY TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH
103 DELAWARE CREST
DINGMANS FERRY, PA 18328
E-MAIL:
TELEPHONE: 570-828-7411 or 828-9069
[email protected] ~ WEB PAGE: ww.htlcpa.org
PASTOR
LAY ASSISTANT
DIRECTOR OF YOUTH MINISTRIES
CHURCH SECRETARY
Rev. Niels H. Nielsen
Barbara Hupfer
Dawn McEvoy
Andrea Nielsen
WORSHIP SCHEDULE
SUNDAY SCHOOL (Pre-K – Grade 12)……
REGULAR WORSHIP SERVICE…………........
COFFEE FELLOWSHIP………………………….
REGULAR WORSHIP SERVICE…………........
(Holy Communion: 1st & 3rd Sundays)
9:00 AM
9:00 AM
10:00 AM
10:30 AM
Pastor’s Page
Stories of Faith
“Stories of hope” has been a common theme in the last several months. It was used at
our 2014 Synod Assembly, our Vacation Bible Camp, Counselor in Training program, our
High Adventure trip as well as a number of sermons, Bible Studies and discussion
groups. The Bible speaks to us about Faith and Hope in many places. Here is one.
Faith in Action
Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see…
By faith we understand that the universe was formed at God’s command, so that what
is seen was not made out of what was visible. ~ Hebrew 11: 1 & 3
Faith and hope are interwoven in a partnership that provides the groundwork for living in a relationship with Jesus.
Faith and hope are important tools for us to have as we go through each day.
Hope becomes especially important when we face difficult trials. In my time as pastor of this congregation, we have
been through some difficult times. For example, recently we have been going through a time of some financial
turbulent waters. It is not terrible, but it makes the leadership of the congregation focus on questions like “are we doing
something wrong” or “is there is some special thing we need to do to even-out our offerings and expenses.” At the
same time we continue to have dreams such as constructing an outdoor pavilion to increase our ability to do ministry.
I was helped through this time by a story of hope that comes right out of our own ministry. Many years ago, we were
just beginning to grow our Sunday school. We were starting to get more and more children. We got to a point where
one of the teachers said to me “Pastor, where are we going to get more teachers if these children continue to come?” I
raced through my brain and came up with this simple word of hope for her and for me. “The Lord will provide.” She
looked at me with some questioning thought on her mind and then said, “Ok, if that’s the way you want to go, we will
see.” The next week, after asking in church, we got 4 new teachers. The story of hope here is that the Lord will provide.
A pastoral friend of mine went to a church where they had a large endowment fund. The pastor wanted to do some
community work, open the church up to some new programs and generally expand their ministry. The leadership said
those are all good ideas but we do not have the resources. He looked at them and said, “what about the endowment
money?” Their reply was, “Oh pastor, we are saving that for a rainy day!” The pastor replied with a question, “Do you
think that the Lord would not provide for a rainy day if it comes?” After some discussion, they voted to spend some
endowment money on new programs, since they were certain that the Lord would provide for a rainy day. The
leadership came to understand that they could hope in things unseen, namely a God who promises to provide for us
abundantly.
While we may not see God we live by faith and create stories of hope by stepping out into life, knowing in our hearts
that God is with us. We should be assured that God is with us in the rough seas and calm harbors. As we grow in our
faith and create our own stories of hope we are all the more ready to share with others our stories and help them find
their faith.
Living by Faith,
Pastor Niel
Chaplains in the Parks ~ Pennsylvania Council of Churches
A Non-Denominational Worship Service at the Promised Land Amphitheater will be
held every Saturday evening at 5:00 PM. Our own Robert Laughlin is leading in
worship, all are invited to attend and participate.
Pantry Ponderings
What we see will last only a short time, but what we cannot see will last forever. – 2 Corinthians 4:18
Some of you have shouldered burdens that few of us could ever carry. You bid farewell to life-long partners. You have
been robbed of life-long dreams. You have been given bodies that can’t sustain your spirit. You have bills that
outnumber the paychecks and challenges that outweigh the strength.
And you are tired.The desire to pull over to the side of the road and get out entices you. You want to go on but some
days the road seems so long….
God never said that the journey would be easy but he did say that the arrival would be worthwhile.”
~ From Max Lucado – In the Eye of the Storm
I read this one morning after talking with some of our clients. The burdens they have and the stories they are willing to
share make my problems seem so small. There are many times that you just want to give up and throw in the towel.
There are times when it feels like it is not worth the battle. There was a woman who came to the pantry and she told
me of her struggles. She tries to keep things upbeat around her home in spite of her husband being unable to find work,
not being able to afford to put food on the table for her children. She has medical issues of her own but tries to stay
positive for her family. Sometimes it gets overwhelming and she just sat with me and cried. Sometimes it takes a good
cry to pick yourself up and get back on the road. I pray that she gets the medical attention that she so desperately
needs so that she can continue to be a positive force in lives of her family and others.
I pray also for everyone that has felt like giving up because the burdens they are carrying seem so overwhelming. I pray
that God will guide them and let them know that though the journey may be difficult now, He makes it all worth it in the
end.
Living in Faith ~ Stories of Hope
Barbara
AUGUST ~ POT LUCK FELLOWSHIP & COMMUNION
NO SOUP FELLOWSHIP IN JULY
Wednesday, August 6th at 6:30 PM
Come and Share a meal together . . .Bring a dish to share. Our meal begins at
6:30 PM with a Communion Service immediately following. This is a great
opportunity to share a meal in the fellowship of friends, sing some songs and
gather together for communion.
ALL ARE WELCOME! SEE YOU THERE!
“Symptoms of Spiritual Awakening.”
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An increased tendency to let things happen rather
than making them happen.
Frequent attacks of smiling.
Feelings of being connected with others and nature.
Frequent overwhelming episodes of appreciation.
A tendency to think and act spontaneously rather
than from fears based on past experience.
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An unmistakable ability to enjoy each moment.
A loss of ability to worry.
A loss of interest in conflict.
A loss of interest in interpreting the actions of others.
A loss of interest in judging others.
A loss of interest in judging self.
Gaining the ability to love without expecting anything.
Women of Holy Trinity ~
We are part of the Women of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America.
SCHEDULEforJuly & August:
Mon., July 7 – Business Meeting –
Devotions & Fellowship
Mon., July 14 – Crafts & Fellowship
Mon., July 21– Annual Picnic at 12:00 Noon
In the fellowship hall. We will have picnic
food as our PotLuck Luncheon. Join us
and bring something to share and also one
item for the food pantry.
Mon., July 28 – Crafts & Fellowship
Mon., Aug. 4 – Business Meeting –
Devotions & Fellowship
Mon., Aug. 11 – Crafts & Fellowship
Mon., Aug. 18 – Crafts & Fellowship
Mon., Aug. 25 – Crafts & Fellowship
~ Join us on Mondays between 1:00 – 3:00 PM in the Fellowship Hall
Cake Reminders
7/7
7/28
Helen Umstead& Veronica Serbe
Joan Murphy & Carole Martin
7/14
Bernadette Jernick
Looking Ahead: On September 20th is our Annual Harvest Festival.
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Memorial Fund
IN MEMORY OF BETH STICKLE
From
Peg & Charlie Scholtes
IN MEMORY OF ALFRED HANKIN
From
Gerard & Brigetta Marra
You are invited to
Holy Trinity Lutheran Church’s
Summer Family Church Service
Every Sunday morning, 9:00 AM
A child friendly service for the whole family with guitar music and Children’s Sermon.
We have a Baby Room (3 year old & younger) and a Preschool Room (6 years & younger)
During the 9AM service only!
Come join the fun!
Vacation Bible Camp!
Living by Faith ~ Stories of Hope
June 30th ~ July 3rd from 9:00 AM - 12:00 Noon
Pre-K 4 – 6th grade, Volunteers are needed!
Check the bulletin board for more information!
Summer Youth Activities
JELYO
Junior Evangelical Lutheran Youth Organization
Grades 1 – 6
June 30- Vacation Bible Camp (Mon. – Thur.) See the VBC reg. form for more information.
July 3:
Something for Everyone!
July 2:
VBC Family Picnic & Campfire!– 6PM in the churchyard. $2.00 each, Everyone’s Invited!
Bring a dessert or salad to share. Don’t forget lawn chairs & singing voices!
July 8:
The Boy In the Temple!“VBC 2sDays!” 10AM-12noon
$2.00 for snacks & crafts. Story, Crafts & Activities, Snack and Playtime!
July 15:
“Lord Teach Me to Pray!“VBC 2sDays!” 10AM-12noon
$2.00 for snacks & crafts. Story, Crafts & Activities, Snack and Playtime!
July 22:
Fishers of Men“VBC 2sDays!” 10AM-12noon
$2.00 for snacks & crafts. Story, Crafts & Activities, Snack and Playtime!
July 29:
Creation Hike!“VBC 2sDays!” Leaving church at 10AM
Taking a hike on Cliff Park Trails to view God’s Creation.
Must be accompanied by parent! Bring water & light snack!
Aug.5:
Four Friends Find a Way!“VBC 2sDays!” 10AM-12noon
$2.00 for snacks & crafts. Story, Crafts & Activities, Snack and Playtime!
Aug. 12: Making Bread“VBC 2sDays!” 10AM-12noon
$2.00 for snacks & crafts. Story, Crafts & Activities, Snack and Playtime!
Aug. 19: Three Servants“VBC 2sDays!” 10AM-12noon
$2.00 for snacks & crafts. Story, Crafts & Activities, Snack and Playtime!
End of the Summer Ice Cream Party!
Please try to sign-up in advance so we have enough craft supplies and snacks!
Sunday School News
Sunday School Rally Day– Sunday, Sept. 7th. 9 AM
Sunday School Bake Sale– Sunday, Sept. 14th, 8:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Sunday School Teacher’s Meeting
An August Meeting is being planned. ~
Teachers are needed!
If you are interested in helping at Sunday School please contact
Dawn McEvoy for more information.
Summer Youth Activities
MLYF ~ LYF
Grades 7 – 12
June 30 –
July 3:
Vacation Bible Camp (Mon.-Thur.) See the VBC reg. form for more information.
The help of our CITs is greatly appreciated.
July 1:
LYF/MLYF Summer Kickoff BBQ! – 6PM in the churchyard, $3.00 for hot dogs & hamburgers.
July 2:
VBC Family BBQ & Campfire – BBQ & Campfire- 6PM, $2.00 each. Bring dessert/salad to share.
Campfire Only-7PM free, Bring a lawn chair or blanket to sit on.
July 8:
Game Night at Holy Trinity- ” A Minute to Win It!” Come see the crazy!
6 PM – 8 PM at the church, $3.00 for snacks & drinks.
July15:
We’ll Take a Hike to Cliff Park Overlook (May stop at the falls) – Leaving church at 5:30PM.
Drivers Needed! Everyone is welcome!
July 22:
Game Night at Holy Trinity- Kan Jam World Championships
6 PM – 8 PM at the church, $3.00 for snacks & drinks.
July 29:
TBA – To Be Announced! – Please check the bulletin board for this week’s activity!
Aug 5:
A Night at the Lake (Traces of Lattimore) – 4PM – 8 PM @ the beach, $5.00 each for dinner.
The Tjornhoms will host ~ swimming, fishing, kayaking & fun!
Aug. 12:
Frisbee Golf – Course to be Announced, Leaving 4PM Sharp! DRIVERS NEEDED!
Check the bulletin board for more information. Bring money for food.
Aug. 19:
End of the Summer ice Cream Party! – 6PM – 8PM, $3.00 ice cream & snacks.
Drivers are needed for all our trips!
Thank You’s
+ To Caroline Heiselman, Joanne Brown, Connie Carlsen, and Gloria Perry for
cleaning the church.
+ To All who help support our youth programs by purchasing meatball heroes and pancakes.
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+ To our volunteers who mow the lawn each week. It’s a big job since the grass just
keeps growing in the front of church and in the field! Thanks toJerry
Boudreau, Steve Reigel & Pastor Niel.
To Chrissy & Kevin Bicskei, Jean & Alan Tjornhom, Jim Carey & George Hupfer for
working the picnic and all those who helped set up and clean up at the Church Picnic
To Art & Dawn McEvoy for creating the Sunday School & Nursery School slide presentations and the
High Adventure CD’s.
To the Adults who camped and drove for the High Adventure Trip ~ Dawn & Art McEvoy, Jean & Alan
Tjornhom, Jim & Janet McKenna, James Bulkley and Pastor Niel & Andrea.
To the Adults who helped with the CIT training event ~ Chrissy & Kevin Bicskei, Miss Dawn and Pastor
Niel
To Miss Dawn for organizing the annual Camelbeach Trip
To our “Gardening Angels” who, with their wonderful green thumbs, care for our church gardens ~ Sharon
Subjin and Ruth Boudreau.
To Caroline and Jean for helping in the office
To Connie Carlsen for cleaning and refurbishing the banners hanging on the back wall of the Sanctuary.
July – August ~ PLEASE READ ~
2014
NOTE TO WORSHIP ASSISTANTS: Please post this schedule and make a note of the dates you are assigned to serve. If you cannot serve,
please call the church office as soon as possible. 828-7411.
COMMUNION SUNDAYS are noted with a “c”
Continuous Communion thru8/31
FAMILY SERVICEEVERYSUNDAY AT 9:00 AM WITH GUITAR MUSIC (thru the summer))
DATECOFFEE FELLOWSHIP
DATECOFFEE FELLOWSHIP
7/6c H.Umstead-B.Hupfer-H.Radloff-R.Barish
8/3c V.Schatzle-M.Ramirez-B.Donlon-M.Yadanza
7/13 C.Ritter-J.Stryker-L.Panzer-D.Benson
8/10 M.Tlusty-K.Karch-B.Rice-J.Rich
7/20 E.Kovell-S.Acker-M.Herrick-K.McNicholas
8/17c J.Urban-C.Martin-A.Scaturro-K.Nilsen
7/27 K.Reno-R.Boudreau-C.Rodriguez-D.Reigel
8/24 L.Guerriera-J.Ward-L.Curchoe-P.Aldridge
8/31 S.Crapanzano-C.O’Hara-L.Musto
Carol Martin is our Coffee Fellowship Contact Person. If you cannot serve, please call Carol at 828-2868 a.s.a.p.
DATE
7/6c
7/13
7/20
7/27
8/3c
8/10
8/17c
8/24
8/31
9:00 AM USHERS:
J.Hupfer-K.Hupfer
C.Carlsen-C.Carlsen
P.Hoover-T.Hoover
M.Tlusty-J.Tlusty
B.Hupfer-G.Hupfer
C.Carlsen-C.Carlsen
A.Simmons-J.Simmons
J.Krick-B.Krick
L.Williams-J.Williams
DATE
7/6c
7/13
7/20
7/27
8/3 c
8/10
8/17 c
8/24
8/31
10:30AM
LITURGISTS:
K.Brancy
E.Chamberlin
M.Tlusty
G.Giblin
K.Brancy
E.Chamberlin
G.Kanfer
G.Giblin
M.Tlusty
DATE
7/6c
7/13
7/20
7/27
8/3 c
8/10
8/17 c
8/24
8/31
SUNDAY GREETERS
9:00 AM:
N.Cassel-B.Gartner
M.Yadanza-C.Yadanza
S.Miller
S.McCaw-J.McCaw
S.Urmston-H.Urmston
C.Carlsen-C.Carlsen
J.Carey
J.Lovelady
L.Williams-A.Williams
10:30 AM USHERS:
R.Rice-B.Rice
S.Donlon-B.Donlon
L.Barish-S.Cavalone
E.Chamberlin-A.Chamberlin
C.Scholtes-H.Neumann
J.McKenna-G.Kanfer
L.Barish-S.Cavalone
J.McCaw-S.McCaw
R.Rice-B.Rice
10:30AM
SCRIPTURE:
G.Radloff
H.Donlon
G.Radloff
R.Rice
G.Radloff
G.Giblin
G.Radloff
E.Chamberlin
B.Foos
9:00 AM ACOLYTES:
S.Blatzheim-A.Steffen
G.Carlsen-A.Serrano
A.Miller-A.Crapanzano
E.Tlusty
T.Teehan-B.Colville
G.Carlsen
S.Simmons-I.McDowall
J.Krick-L.Jensen
S.Williams
10:30 AM ACOLYTES:
COMMUNION ASSISTANTS
9:00 AM:
B.Hupfer-G.Hupfer-E.McGowan-S.Weiss-Levine
10:30 AM:
Pastor & Liturgist
C.Maillet-J.Maillet-C.Carlsen-S.Weiss-Levine
Pastor & Liturgist
E.McGowan-B.Hupfer-G.Hupfer-A.Nielsen
Pastor & Liturgist
ALTAR GUILD
10:30 AM:
R.Barish-B.McCali
C.Donlon-M.Donlon
J.Stockmal
H.Neumann-E.Kovell
J.Urban-B.Urban
E.McGowan
J.Stockmal
B.Murphy-C.Martin
D.Musto-L.Musto
7/6c
7/13
7/20
7/27
8/3 c
8/10
8/17 c
8/24
8/31
Margot Tresslar
No Communion
No Communion
No Communion
BettyAnnTeehan – Sue Urmston
No Communion
Diane Riegel – Evelyn Wood
No Communion
Barbara Rice
CHURCH COUNCIL
OFFICERS:
President . . . . . . . .
Vice President . . . .
V.P. Emeritis . . . . .
Secretary . . . . . . . .
Treasurer . . . . . . . .
ORGANISTS:
COMMITTEE CHAIRMEN:
Youth . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adam Williams & Kevin Bicskei
Finance Committee. .
Art McEvoy
Finance Secretary . . .
Ruth Barish
Music & Worship . . .
MargoTlusty
Property. . . . . . . . . . .
Kevin Bicskei
Outreach . . . . . . . . . .
Caroline Heiselman& Jim Carey
Special Events. . . . . .
Connie Maillet
Education . . . . . . . . .
Dawn McEvoy
Stewardship . . . . . . .
George Hupfer
Jean Tjornhom
Adam Williams
Marty Bisher
Janet McKenna
Brian Krick
George Radloff
RaycharlynKrasulski
PIANIST:
Margo Tlusty
BAND:
Art McEvoy, Ryan Curchoe,
George Hupfer, Jordan Williams,
Wes Lambert, Jon Ramirez.
ADULT RETREAT
at Camp Koinonia: NOV. 7th, 8th& 9th
Camp Koinonia is our Lutheran Camp located near Eldred, NY. These are motel-type rooms with a full bathroom in each room. There are
2 double beds in most rooms. Meals and rooms are included in the price. If you are not attending with your spouse, you could reserve a room for
you alone or you can share a room with 2 or 3 singles. If you think you would be interested, we need to make reservations ASAP. Please sign up
on the bulletin board. (8 rooms are already reserved.) Prices are as follows:
Adults, 1 per room . . . . . . . . $ 211 per person
Adults, 2 per room . . . . . . . . $165 per person ($330.oo for 2)
Adults, 3 or more per room . . . . $135 per person ($405.00 for 3)
A $50.00 deposit is needed A.S.A.P. to hold your room. See Pastor Niel or Andrea Nielsen with questions.
Holy Trinity Lutheran Church - Financial Statistics
Operating Account:
Month
Fiscal YTD
May 2014
Mortgage Balance
Starting Balance
Generator Loan
Total Income
Total Expenses
Mortgage Fund:
Starting Balance
Memorial Account:
Income
Starting Balance
Expenses
Income
Ending Balance
Interest
Expenses
Ending Balance
AVERAGE ATTENDANCE COMPARISON:
JAN. FEB. MAR. APR. MAY JUNE
2013
2014
147
161
267
163
170
JAN. FEB. MAR. APR. MAY
151
178
215
237
JULY
AUG.
SEPT.
OCT.
NOV.
DEC.
150
125
117
175
206
219
270
JUNE
JULY
AUG.
SEPT.
OCT.
NOV.
DEC.
213
PASTORAL ACTS
WEDDINGS:
6/29/14 Joshua Verbiest & Courtney Goldfinger
 CONFIRMATION:
Reece Muldoon
6/15/14
Dominick Corrieri
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HolyTrinityLutheranChurch
Phone Number:
FAX Number:
(570) 828-7411 & 828-9069
(570) 828-2346
E-Mail:
[email protected]
Web Page: www.htlcpa.org
Habitat for Humanity: (570) 828-1623
July 2014
Sun
Mon
Tue
Wed
June 30
1
9:00 am VBC
9:00 am VBC
No WELCA
6:00 pm MLYF/LYF
(Gr.7-12)
Kick-off BBQ
6:00 pm VBC BBQ &
Campfire
7
1:00 pm WELCA
13
9:00 am Summer Worship Service
10:30 am Worship Service
2
9:00 am VBC
6
9:00 am Summer Communion Serv
10:30 am Communion Service –
8
Thu
Fri
3
Sat
INDEPENDENCE DAY4
7:45 pm Al-Anon
9
10
11
10:00 am JELYO Youth
Group (Gr. 1-6) ~
6:00 pm - MLYF/LYF
(Gr. 7-12)
Game Night
14
1:00 pm WELCA
5
9:00 am VBC
12
7:45 pm Al-Anon
15
16
17
18
19
10:00 am JELYO Youth
Group (Gr. 1-6) ~
No Council Mtg. in July
2:00 pm Twin Cedars
7:45 pm Al-Anon
5:30 pm - MLYF/LYF
(Gr. 7-12)
Hike the ridge
20
9:00 am Summer Worship Service
10:30 am Worship Service
21
12:00 pm WELCA
July Picnic
No Book Club
27
9:00 am Summer Worship Service
10:30 am Worship Service
22
6:00 pm - MLYF/LYF
(Gr. 7-12)
Game Night
28
1:00 pm WELCA
23
24
25
26
10:00 am JELYO Youth
Group (Gr. 1-6) ~
7:45 pm Al-Anon
29
10:00 am JELYO Youth
Group (Gr. 1-6) ~
7:00 pm HFH
6:00 pm - MLYF/LYF
(Gr. 7-12) TBA
30
August 2014
Sun
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
1
2
7:45 pm - Al-Anon
3
9:00 am Summer Communion Serv
10:30 am Communion Service ~
4
1:00 pm WELCA
5
9:30 am Friendship Bible Study
6
6:30 pm Pot Luck Fellowship
& Communion
10:00 am VBC 2sDays
(JELYO Youth)
Group (Gr. 1-6)
7
8
9
12:00 pm Music/Worship Com
7:45 pm - Al-Anon
Jonathan Tjornhom Eagle Project - SHED
4-8 pm MLYF/LYF(Gr. 7-12) ~
10
9:00 am Summer Worship Serv
10:30 am Worship Service ~
6:30 pm Ecumenical Outdoor Serv.
11
1:00 pm WELCA
12
13
14
HTL Call Articles 15
9:30 am Friendship Bible Study
7:00 pm Church Council
16
Eagle Project – if
necessary
10:00 am VBC 2sDays
(JELYO Youth Group (Gr. 1-6)
7:45 pm - Al-Anon
4:00 pm MLYF/LYF (Gr. 7-12) ~
Frisbee Golf
17
9:00 am Summer Communion Serv
10:30 am Communion Service
18
1:00 pm WELCA
19
20
9:30 am Friendship Bible Study
21
22
23
2:00 pm Twin Cedars
12:00 pm Outreach Com.
6:00 pm Book Club
6-8 pm MLYF/LYF (Gr. 7-12) ~
Ice Cream
24
9:00 am Summer Worship Service
10:30 am Worship Service
25
26
1:00 pm WELCA
9:30 am Friendship Bible Study
7:00 pm Habitat for
Humanity Board
9:00 am Nursery School
Staff Mtg.
7:45 pm - Al-Anon
27
28
29
30
1:00 pm - Nursery School
Open House
(1 to 2 pm appointments)
7:45 pm - Al-Anon
7:00 pm Thrivent Mtg. - HT
31
9:00 am Summer Worship Service
10:30 am Worship Service
SEPTEMBER
1: Labor Day – TKF Kayak the Delaware
1: Nursery School Begins
7: Sunday School Rally Day
14: Bake Sale for Sunday School
19: Harvest Festival set up: 9:00 AM
20: Harvest Festival: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM