CHRIST’S UNITED’S NEWS & VIEWS

July/august 2010

PASTOR’S PARAGRAPHS

CROSS-BEARING DISCIPLESHIP

I‘m not sure summer is the best time to talk about discipleship, particularly the kind which calls upon followers of Jesus to take up their own cross in order to truly follow his way. Our thoughts during this time of the year seem more attuned to vacations and picnics, the beach and camping, relaxation and getting away. The weather and the breaks from certain routines enhance the feeling for escape, fun, and a large glass of lemonade by poolside. And can we not rationalize the whole schema by asserting that as important as faith is and discipleship is, so too is Sabbath rest? Whatever the reasoning, participation in worship and other ministries of the church often decline during the summer months; the numbers are telling.

Maybe what deserves our attention is the discernment of the connection between faith and discipleship or the relationship between what we believe Jesus did and does for us and what Jesus expects from us in living out our beliefs. We are certainly called to believe in Jesus and trust in the ways we benefit by his actions on our behalf (forgiveness and salvation). But are we not also called by Jesus to follow a lifestyle that bears a striking similarity to the way Jesus himself lived (discipleship)?

Is it possible to separate a belief in Jesus from a call to follow him? Is it comprehensible to believe that not all believers would be called to become disciples? Would we seriously consider that Jesus did not intend for all who believed in him to also follow his ways, even as it included a path to the cross? How do these concerns address our life together as Christ‘s United Lutheran Church?

To be sure, I find no greater comfort than to hear these words of Jesus: ―Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me; for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your lives. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.‖ (MT 11:28-30) But as I hear these words of comfort, I‘m also reminded of these words of Jesus which appeared only a chapter earlier in the same Gospel: ―He who does not take his cross and follow me is not worthy of me. He who finds his life will lose it, and he who loses his life for my sake will find it.‖ (MT 10:38-39) 1

The gifts of forgiveness, mercy and salvation we freely receive from Jesus are only a part of our relationship with him. Equally true, but maybe more challenging, is the call to live as his disciples, to live and do as he did. We are certainly a church that believes in Jesus and what he has done and continues to do for us. We are comfortable with the language of forgiveness, grace and salvation. But do we wear the marks of cross-bearing and discipleship equally as well? Another way that Jesus invites us to discern the relationship between faith and discipleship is to ―see‖ through the eyes of humility and to ―act‖ by the hands of a servant. (MT 23:11-12) Disciples of Jesus are called to be humble servants in a world that so often seeks prestige, privilege and power.

So as we pray at the picnic table amidst the aroma of grilled burgers and cut watermelon, may we ever be mindful of the benefits we have because of Jesus, ever thankful for his forgiveness and mercy. And may we also pray for the strength and perseverance to be able to follow Jesus in ways of selfless service to any others in need and to understand that we may bear the weight of the cross with humble hearts and unconditional love.

At poolside and with our toes in the sand, may we know that we are saved by grace. But know also for all the laughter and joy that emanate from our summer excursions, there are those cries that continue to reach the heavens yearning for relief from suffering and hurt. From those cries, Jesus calls out to us again to carry our cross and live for others in the way he lived for us.

--Pastor John

CHURCH PICNIC

This year‘s church picnic will take place at the Mifflinburg Park on July 18. Everyone, member or non-member, is invited to join us for the day that will be filled with worship, food, fun and fellowship.

A 9:30 a.m. church service at the park will be followed by a picnic lunch for which the church will supply hot dogs, hamburgers, condiments and drink. Those attending are asked to bring a covered dish to eat at approximately 11:00 a.m.

You will also need to bring table service and lawn chairs for your family.

Joint service scheduled

At the May council meeting, members approved having a combined worship service on the 5th Sunday in August (29th). Watch for more information in next month‘s newsletter and in the bulletin.

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BIBLE STUDIES

The Letter to the Hebrews continues to be the subject of the Bible studies in July which will take place as follows:

10:30 a.m. 7:00 p.m. July 5 July 7 July 12 July 14 July 19 July 21

The study of Hebrews will conclude in July. We will then take a two week hiatus (until after the fair) and begin a new study in August as follows.

10:30 a.m. 7:00 p.m. August 9 August 11 August 16 August 18 August 23 August 25 August 30

We invite everyone to join us for these Bible studies.

2010 CONCERT SERIES

The schedule as of this printing for upcoming concerts is as follows:

July 11 – March Forth Quartet August 15 – The Robatins October 17 – Saving Grace

The concerts start promptly at 6:00 p.m. and last until approximately 8:00 p.m. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. A free will offering is collected and refreshments are served.

CRAFT GROUP

The Christ United Crafters are working on items for the craft bazaar to be held November 13. If anyone would like to join in the fellowship and crafting, please stop-in on Thursday afternoons at 1:00 PM in the small fellowship hall. If you're not a "crafty" person, stop-in anyway and share the fellowship. Any questions or suggestions, talk to Sue Pantaleo.

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ANGEL FOOD ministries

Orders for July will be taken on July 16 from 9:00 a.m.-12:00 noon and 5:00- 7:00 p.m. and on July 18 from 5:00-7:00 p.m. There are menus and order forms available on the bulletin board outside of the office.

Orders for August will be taken on August 13 from 9:00 a.m.-12:00 noon and 5:00-7:00 p.m. and on August 16 from 5:00-7:00 p.m.

There are menus and order forms available on the bulletin board outside of the office.

Help will be needed with the distribution that will take place on July 24 and August 21 from 9:00-10:00 a.m.

We have a donation box in the hall for anyone who would like to contribute toward the purchase of an Angel Food package to help those in need.

If you have any questions about any aspect of the Angel Food program, talk to Al Pantaleo or Kim Blyler.

ATTENTION ALL ANGEL FOOD VOLUNTEERS! All Angel Food volunteers are invited to attend a picnic in appreciation for the support and effort you provided during the past three years.

When: Saturday, July 31, at 1:00 p.m. Where: 602 Pinnacle Lane

Bring lawn chairs. All food and beverages will be provided.

Contact Al Pantaleo no later than Wednesday, July 28, if you plan to attend or if you have questions.

GROUP WORKCAMP

Financial support is needed for the Group Work camp that is scheduled to be held at First Lutheran from July 5-9? Would you consider giving a small monetary donation toward this project? If you are willing and able to help, donations can be given to Pastor John or taken to First Lutheran. If you have questions, contact Mrs. Craig (Sally) Rothermel or Donald Seebold.

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CONGREGATION APPRECIATION LUNCH

At the last fellowship committee meeting, it was decided to combine the Mother & Daughter Banquet and Father & Son Banquet, as well as the Harvest Home and Homecoming/Fall Kick-off meals into one special event. It was also decided to make it a meal that everyone could sit down and enjoy and not be tied down preparing for it.

Thus the idea of a Congregation Appreciation Lunch was formed. The meal will take place on Sunday, September 19. It will be a catered meal with the following menu that will be served buffet style:

Garden Salad - Filled Chicken Breast – Vegetable Lasagna Seasoned Baby Red Potatoes – Pie – Drink

You must purchase a ticket to attend this meal. The costs of the tickets are:

Adult - $11.00 Ages 4-10 – $5.50 Under 4 - Free

The deadline for purchasing tickets is September 5. They are available from Shirley Kerstetter, John Stamm or the church office.

Since this is going to be a catered event, we must know how many are planning to attend

YOU MUST HAVE A TICKET TO ATTEND

If you would like more information, talk to Shirley, John, or Pastor John.

Help wanted

We are in need of a council secretary. Duties include taking minutes at council and congregational meetings. If you are interested, talk to Chad Shuck, Dave Bickhart, or Pastor John.

HOPE’S HAVEN

Hope‘s Haven is in need of the following:

Large tops for women Extra-large tops & pants for women Tee shirts for men

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WEST END FAIR AUGUST 2-7

Help Wanted

This year the West End Fair starts Sunday, August 1, and continues through Saturday, August 7. Our stand will be open each day from Monday (August 2) through Saturday (August 7).

As we do every year, we will need help, and lots of it. Becky Dunkle will be looking for help in the dining areas, Shirley Kerstetter needs people to work in the kitchen, Katherine Hassinger will be seeking cashiers and Tom Catherman & Don Fornwalt are heading up clean-up and dishwashing crews.

Watch the bulletin board outside of the sanctuary for sign-up sheets or talk to one of these people to volunteer your help.

We will also need help at the workdays that are scheduled prior to and after the fair…to clean the fair building, to cook meat, to make pickled cabbage, filling mix and potpie, and to move items from the kitchen to the fair building.

Also we need people to bake pies, roast meat, and donate supplies. And of course, we need people to eat lunch and supper.

By the time fair week is over there are lots of aching feet, frayed nerves, tired bodies and bewildered minds. There is a lot of hard work connected to operating our food stand, but there is always a lot of fun too, so please help us out where and when you can.

Sign-up sheets and donation charts will be on the bulletin board outside of the sanctuary. Please don’t wait to be asked to help…we’re asking now…just sign up to help where and when you can.

John Stamm (966-2255) is the general chairperson and he will be glad to answer any questions you may have.

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SCHEDULE

July 22 – 5:00 p.m. – Potpie Workday Help will be needed at the church to roll potpie. Bring your own rolling pin.

July 26 – 6:00 p.m. – Clean Fair Building Come out to the fair building and help get it ready for fair week.

July 29 – 8:00 a.m. – Workday Help will be needed at the church to make cabbage and filling mix and cook meat for potpie.

July 31– 8:00 a.m. – Moving Day Come help move equipment, utensils, and supplies from the kitchen to the fair stand.

August 2-7 – FAIR WEEK Kitchen Help, Dining Room Help, Clean-Up Help, Dishwashers & Pie Bakers will be needed.

August 5 – 8:00 a.m. Need 3 people at church at 8:00 am to cook potpie

August 9 – 6:00 p.m. – Clean Fair Building Come out to the fair building and help close it down for another year.

We cannot stress enough how much we need lots and lots of help on these dates. Please don’t wait to be asked to help with any of these activities…if you are available to help, just show up at the designated time and place…Your help will be very much appreciated.

PIES

Sign-up sheets are on the bulletin board outside of the sanctuary for anyone willing to bake pies for our fair stand. Our goal is to have a minimum of 10-14 pies daily (more would be welcomed). Reminders will be given to every pie donor who requests one.

On the day you are to provide pies, you may deliver them to the fair stand before meal serving begins or to the church by 10:00 a.m. Each pie should be labeled with the following information:

Your Name Sign-Up Day Type of Pie

Talk to Mary Hassinger (922-1619) if you have any questions about pies for the fair.

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SUPPLIES

Sign-up forms are also on the bulletin board outside of the sanctuary where you can sign up to donate the following needed items:

Applesauce Cash Cider Vinegar Coffee Corn Cornstarch Garbage Bags Oleo Hamburg BBQ** Potato Chips Potatoes Sugar Sauerkraut Tea Bags Trio Instant Potatoes Great Northern Beans*

PLEASE NOTE!!

*Great Northern Beans can be donated baked or unbaked. Baked beans are needed every day

**The barbecue needs to be brought to the fair stand or to the church on Monday or Tuesday of fair week. .

The beans and barbecue may also be dropped off at the fair stand or at the church.

When you sign up to donate pies or supplies, please sign one line for each article you are giving (example – 1 pie/1 signature, 3 cans of corn/3 signatures)

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2010 WEST END FAIR DAILY SPECIALS

Monday Adult/Child

Hot Turkey Sandwich Platter ...... $7.00 (mashed potatoes) (choice of two – applesauce, cucumbers, pickled cabbage) Barbecue Platter ...... $5.50 (macaroni salad & baked beans)

Tuesday

Roast Beef Dinner ...... $9.00/$6.00 Turkey Dinner ...... $9.00/$6.00 (mashed potatoes, stuffing) (choice of two – applesauce, cucumbers, pickled cabbage, vegetable)

Wednesday

Smoked Ham Dinner ...... $9.00/$6.00 Turkey Dinner ...... $9.00/$6.00 (mashed potatoes, stuffing) (choice of two – applesauce, cucumbers, pickled cabbage, vegetable)

Thursday

Pot Pie Dinner ...... $9.00/$6.00 (choice of two – applesauce, cucumbers, pickled cabbage, vegetable) Turkey Dinner ...... $9.00/$6.00 (mashed potatoes, stuffing) (choice of two – applesauce, cucumbers, pickled cabbage, vegetable)

Friday

Sauerkraut & Pork Dinner ...... $9.00/$6.00 (mashed potatoes) (choice of two – applesauce, cucumbers, pickled cabbage, vegetable) Roast Pork Dinner ...... $9.00/$6.00 Turkey Dinner ...... $9.00/$6.00 (mashed potatoes, stuffing) (choice of two – applesauce, cucumbers, pickled cabbage, vegetable)

Saturday

Roast Beef Dinner ...... $9.00/$6.00 Turkey Dinner ...... $9.00/$6.00 (mashed potatoes, stuffing) (choice of two – applesauce, cucumbers, pickled cabbage, vegetable)

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AVAILABLE EACH DAY

Barbecue Sandwich & Chips...... $2.50

Homemade Pie/Cake ...... $2.50

Homemade Baked Beans ...... $1.00

Applesauce ...... $ .75 Pickled Cabbage ...... …$ .75 Cucumbers ...... $ .75 Vegetable of the Day ...... $ .75

Coffee…..(free refills) ...... $ .75 Ice Tea….(free refills) ...... $1.00 Soda & Bottled Water ...... $1.25 Tap Water Available Upon Request

TAKE OUT MEALS AVAILABLE

(meals & prices subject to change)

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WOMEN OF THE ELCA

Sewing Days

Our quilting group will not meet in July & August. Knotting workdays will resume in September.

USSWO Twenty-Third Annual Convention Saturday, July 24

Mark your calendar for the Twenty-Third Annual Convention of the USSWO on Saturday, July 24, 2010!

Theme: ―Renew and Rejoice‖

Place: the serenity of Camp Mt. Luther is a perfect backdrop to renew your faith and rejoice with your sisters in Christ.

MISSION INGATHERING will be for the Chicken and Egg Project plus Haiti Disaster Relief.

PERSONAL INGATHERING will be of items for Veterans from their Wish List.

Items needed for the Landstuhl Wounded Warrior Ministry Center:

 Phone cards—United States domestic only with no expiration date.  Bath towels, blankets  Longs sleeve T-shirt/shirts in L-M-S-XL (in this order)  Men‘s boxers in L-XL-M-S(in this order)  Men‘s slippers (slip-on, non slip) sizes 8-14  Men‘s T-shirts L-M-S (Not white undershirts)  Travel Pillows  iTunes Cards  IPod Shuffles  Nail Clippers  Men‘s & women‘s deodorant  Lip Balm/Chapstick  Travel size shaving cream  Mouthwash

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 Travel size foot powder (i.e. Gold Bond)  Brushes (not combs)  Men‘s pajama pants sizes L-M-S-XXL-XL (in this order)  Hand/held electronic games  Healthy snack bars, chocolate and candy  DVD‘s (No extreme violence or nudity, NO VHS tapes)

PLEASE DO NOT SEND USED ITEMS!

Items Needed For The VA:

o Canteen books o Sunscreen/sun glasses o Shower shoes o Hats o T-shirts o Socks o Bibs o Lap robes o Wheelchair bags o Videos or DVD‖s nonviolent o Books, they like westerns o Puzzle/crossword books in large print o Postage stamps o Pill containers for 7 days of the week, three times per day o Small toothpaste, toothbrushes o Dental cleaner o Dental adhesive o Shaving cream o Hair brushes and combs o Shampoo and conditioner o Lip balm o Body wash (no bar soap) o Deodorant o Tissues in small packs o Nail clippers o Disposable razors o Shaving mirrors o Aftershave

PLEASE MARK YOUR ITEMS AS TO WHICH PROJECT YOU WANT THEM TO GO.

Items need to be packed alike and marked as to what it is. They also would like the receipts included or an estimated cost of the item(s).

Judy Mecouch will be attending the USSWO Convention and is willing to take the items that are donated. They should be at the church by July 18. 12

There are reservation forms to attend the WELCA convention on the bulletin board. If anyone is interested in applying for a scholarship to attend the convention get in touch with Judy Mecouch before June 7 and she will get you a form.

Looking Ahead

September, 2010 School Kit assembly and fall meeting. A description of what is needed for the schoolbags is attached to this newsletter. Janet Hileman is the School Kit Coordinator, so if you have questions, talk with her.

ALL WOMEN OF CHRIST'S UNITED ARE INVITED TO JOIN US AT ANY OF OUR MEETINGS AND ACTIVITIES.

FOR YOUR INFORMATION

“Thinking of You” Cards

Doug & Pearl Gemberling have created a ―Thinking of You‖ card which they have been mailing out to members and friends who are not feeling well, who are in the hospital, who are shut-ins, and who just generally need some cheering up. If you know of anybody who could use a bit of cheer, talk to Doug, Pearl, Pastor John or Margie.

Altar Flower Chart

We are still in need of a sponsor for the altar flowers on December 12. If you would be willing to provide the flowers that week, sign up on the chart on the bulletin board.

Communions

Communions for all confirmed members must be recorded in the parish register annually. If you do not commune on a regular basis, we ask that you fill out a communion record card (one per year is all we need) so we know you have communed. The cards are located in the racks on the back of the pews. Cards may be put in the offering plate or handed to an usher.

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Communicants have the option to partake of wine or grape juice at both worship services. The inner rings of the serving trays contain prefilled glasses of grape juice. If you choose juice rather than wine, please proceed as follows: Take the juice from the tray and approach the communion rail. Receive the blessing, take and eat the bread; then wait for the communion helper that is distributing the wine to stop in front of you and give the blessing for the juice. Drink the juice.

Memorabilia

The following memorabilia items are still available for anyone interested in purchasing anything:

Wooden Miniatures of the Church - $18.00 Church Prints - $25.00 Blankets - $25.00 Christmas Cards - $15.00 12 cards per box feature a winter picture of the church

Talk to Judy Moyer if you have questions about, or would like to purchase, any of these items.

Informants Wanted

We like to publish news about our members in the newsletter, but we need your help to do so. If you know of interesting information about any of our members (youth or adult), i.e. an award or recognition, a funny tale or exciting adventure, please let Margie know about it so we can include it in an issue of Christ’s United’s News & Views.

Do We Have Your E-Mail Address?

If you have an e-mail address that you have never given to us or if it has changed, please fill out the following and drop it off on Margie‘s desk or give her a call. ------

Name______

E-Mail Address______------

Have a Favorite Hymn?

The worship & music committee needs your help to compile a list of your favorite hymns and gospel songs. Please put the title or first line of your song(s) on a piece of paper and give it to Margie, or any member of the committee (Bev Catherman, Paula Christy, Gary Hackenberg, Judy Mecouch, Dave Reed, Amy Shuck or Barry Spangler).

------Hymn Request

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Fellowship Committee Request

The fellowship committee would like input from the members of the congregation regarding what social/fellowship activities they would like to have. If you have any suggestions, drop a note on Margie‘s desk or talk to John Stamm, Jr. ------Fellowship Events

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Building & Ground Needs

Do you know of any physical problems (or potential problems) that should be addressed by our property committee? Your insight is important. Maybe you have seen something that no one else has noticed yet. You can talk to Pastor John, any council member or Margie if you know of something that needs attention, or fill out the following and put it on Margie‘s desk or in the offering plate. ------Building & Ground Needs:

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Prayer Chain

If you would like to be a part of the prayer chain, please fill out the following and return it to Margie

How does the prayer chain work? When a prayer request is received, that request is passed on to the second person on the prayer chain who in turns passes it on to the third person, the third person to the fourth, and so on. When and how you pray is up to you. ------Prayer Chain Calling List

I would like to be included on the prayer chain calling list.

Name______Telephone Number______

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Ongoing Collections (Collection boxes are in the hallway)

(1) Haven Ministry (no deadline) Packaged & Canned Food Items Personal Hygiene Items Cleaning Supplies

(2) Rock Point Mission (no deadline) UPC codes and box tops from: Campbell‘s Franco American Pepperidge Farm Swanson Market Day V-8 Juices

PLEASE NOTE!! There has been a change in what Campbell's is accepting in the label redemption program. They are now taking only the UPC CODE piece from the label and box tops, not the front label.

Susquehanna Valley Women in Transition (no deadline) Paper Towels Large Size Diapers Baby Car Items Prepaid Phone Cards Gift Certificates to Department Stores Toilet Paper Laundry Detergent Clorox 60 Watt Light Bulbs AA and AAA Batteries ―Sippy‖ Cups First Aid Ointment Sterile Pads First Aid Foam/Waterproof Tape Alcohol Swabs Children‘s Tylenol Children‘s Motrin Comtrex Advil Cold and Sinus Robitussin CF & DM Freezer Bags: Quart & Gallon Size Cling Wrap & Aluminum Foil Garbage Bags: Kitchen, Lawn & Garden

(3) The Shriners Can Tabs

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NEWS OF MEMBERS & FRIENDS

Births by Diane Valentine

A baby boy, Kaedyn Lei, was born to Heather (Haggy) and Brandon Haines on April 23, 2010 at 12:41 a.m. He weighed 9 lbs. 14 oz., was 20 ½ inches long and had dark brown hair and hazel eyes.

Kaedyn has a brother Hakeem who is 5 and a sister Justice who is 20 months.

The proud grandparents are Alan Haggy and Sharon Fogle . His great grandmother is Josephine Haggy.

Loving and warm wishes are extended to the Haines family, along with our congratulations. Your church family welcomes you little Kaedyn Lei.

Anniversaries

July

1 – Lonnie & Chris Leach (1979) 7 – Jeff & Denise Hosterman (2001) 10 – Glenn & Patricia Spangler (1982) 22 – Dennis & Tammy Boop (1989) Donald & Carolyn Bowersox (1972)

August

2 – Guy & Shirley Aikey (1954) 7 – Ron & Darlene Ulrich (1965) 11 – Steve & Becky Forcheskie (1990) 12 – Ken & Bev Catherman (1962) 15 – Sam & Shirley Diehl (1948) 17 – Sam & Sharyn Zimmerman (1980) 20 – Larry & Gayle Zerbe (1967) 22 – Trevor & Sheila Jean Levits (2009) 27 – Adam & Latisha Spigelmyer (2005) 28 – Chris & Tammy Zimmerman (1999) 29 – Drew & Paula Christy (1970) 17

Birthdays

July

1 – Douglas (Chris) Zimmerman 2 – Carolyn Bowersox (Mrs. Donald) Tammy Seedor (Mrs. George) 6 – Brandi Gemberling Joan Lyons (Mrs. Randy) Winifred Sell Rylan Shuck (Kevin & Autumn) 8 – Maxine Hendricks (Mrs. Ronald) 10 – Tiffany Hosterman (Barry & Regina) Kimberly Woods 14 – Kayla Forcheskie (Steve & Becky) 15 – Isabel Kline (Mrs. Ken) 16 – Dayna Bickhart (Mrs David) 17 – Allison Lyons Patricia Spangler (Mrs. Glenn) 18 – James Gemberling (Justin & Rhonda) Henry Sanders 19 – Kathryn Beebe 20 – Steven Forcheskie Valerie Fry (Mrs. Kevin) Zachary Harvey 21 – Rian Rantz 24 - Keith Kahler 25 – Nicholas Flickinger Richard Schnure 26 – Judy Everitt (Mrs. Donald) 27 – Donald Bowersox Carol McJilton Ashley Wenrich (Jeff & Ghee) 29 – Bradley Loss (Dave & Cindy) 30 – Gregory Shuck

August

1 – Terry Diehl Kyle Zimmerman 2 – Ryan Sampsell 3 – Dylan Doebler (Wayne & Wendy) Regina Hosterman (Mrs. Barry) Larry Sampsell 5 – Sianah Gemberling (Brandi) 7 – Kim Blyler Carolyn Catherman (Mrs. Theodore) Elliot Lyons 9 – Lindsay Klinepeter 12 – Payton Spigelmyer (Adam & Latisha) 18

Brandi Zimmerman (Mrs. Jason) 14 – Thomas Catherman Nelson Kahler Diana Reamer (Mrs. Ken) Ethel Schnure (Mrs. Sam) 15 – June Wenrich 17 – Donald L. Zerbe 22 – Susan Blyler (Mrs. Kim) 24 – Tammy Zimmerman (Mrs. Chris) 25 – Eric Dunkle Janet Hackenberg (Mrs. Gary) 26 – Guy Aikey Katherine Glennon (Mrs. Michael) Amber Hackenberg (Mrs. Michael) 27 – Christy Hauger Gertrude Schriver 28 – Kaelex Shuck (Kevin & Autumn) 29 – Barbara Grimooris 30 – Debra Wilson Arletta Zimmerman (Mrs. Roger) 31 – Kylie Baker (Kevin & Kelli)

Remember In Thought And Prayer Please help us keep our prayer list current by letting us know of any names that should be added or removed

Our Members Kass Beebe Carolyn Bowersox Bob Rantz Diane Reamer Alice Reitz Henry Sanders Winifred Sell Allison VonNeida Ethel Wenrich Arletta Zimmerman

Our Friends & Relatives David Benfer Karla Benfer Keyenna Bush Elmer Cook Leon Delcamp Forrest Emery Annette Feltman Adam Garman Liz Gaugler Mary Gonzalez Sara-Todd Hammer Richard Harvey Larry Heimbach Dave Jacka Carl Jones Robert Kline Roy Laudermilch Brianna Lohr Candy Mitchell Patrick Mitchell Harry Moyer Sandra Murphy Molly O‘Keefe Mike Osgood Zachary Prochasko Bill & Bess Ruhl Marcella Shingler Barbara Stamm Iris Stergon Lois Sterry 19

John Swartz Mickey Thomas Richard & Rita Tinnes Janet VanBuskirk Paula Zechman Ed Zimmerman

Our Shut-Ins Merrill Buoy Carolyn Catherman Mary Erdley Margaret Himes Sally Kenamond Bob & Betty Lauf Richard Schnure Connie Wagner

The Men And Women Serving In The Military John Hosterman Brandi Gemberling David & Kristin Huston Tristan Roupp John Swank

JESUS AND THE FOURTH OF JULY

We gather ‘round to celebrate With just a stroke of liberty, On Independence Day. A touch of His great hand, Pay homage to our country He gave democracy to us As the children run and play. And helped this country stand.

With barbeques and picnics The stripes upon our stately flag And fireworks in the air, Were touched by His sweet grace, The flag we own is proudly flown Each star of white that shines so bright To show how much we care. Reflects His loving face.

The stars and stripes spell freedom, So as you turn to face the flag She waves upon the breeze For battles that were fought, While bursts of colors can be seen Be filled with pride for those who died Above the towering trees. And freedoms that were bought.

This is all quite wonderful, But don’t forget to thank the One We revel in delight, Who gives the bright display But God above in divine love The reason why we paint the sky Has brought this day to light. On Independence Day.

(submitted by Sally Kenamond)

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COMMUNITY EVENTS

ARC Blood Drives

July July 16 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p. m. Evangelical Hospital July 22 1:00-7:00 p.m. Church of God in Christ Mennonite

August August 4 3:30 p.m.- n/a West End Fair August 12 12:00 noon-6:00 p.m. B. Z. Motors, Lewisburg August 19 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. PlayWorld

Call 524-0400 or visit www.givelife.org for an appointment. Walk-in donors are always appreciated but appointments are available if your time is limited.

ARC Health & Safety Classes

July 6 6:00-10:00 p.m. Adult CPR & AED July 10 9:00 a.m.-12:00 noon Pet First Aid July 12 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. CPR/AED for the Professional Rescurer July 13 6:00-9:00 p.m. Infant/Child CPR July 20 6:00-10:00 p.m. First Aid July 27 6:00-9:00 p.m. Adult, Infant/Child CPR & AED Recertification

August 3 6:00-10:00 p.m. Adult CPR & AED August 10 6:00-9:00 p.m. Infant/Child CPR August 17 6:00-10:00 p.m. First Aid 21

August 24 6:00-9:00 p.m. Adult, Infant/Child CPR & AED Recertification

All classes are held at the Red Cross office at 249 Farley Circle, Lewisburg. Contact the chapter at 524-0400 or [email protected] to register for any of these classes or to gain more information.

NOTES OF APPRECIATION

THANK YOU TO…

Pastor John for all that you do…for your preaching, for your advice, for your faithful service, for your time, for your open heart…for the way you go the second mile…all these reasons and more. You do so much, often neglecting personal needs to give us comfort and direction. Thank you most of all for listening to the Father‘s heart, and for being the kind of leader who points us to the Lord.

Everyone who has helped, either in the kitchen or the dining room, with the banquets we serve.

June Wenrich for serving as Sunday school superintendent and for making sure that each week the candles are filled with oil.

Pearl Gemberling for keeping communion cards, scribble pads, and sharpened pencils in the pew racks.

Florence Boop, Shirley Kerstetter and all others who helped with the Red Cross Bloodmobile, including everyone who baked cookies for it.

Tom Catherman for planting the geraniums that were in the sanctuary on Pentecost.

The Women who cut, sew, and knot the blankets for Lutheran World Relief.

If you know of someone in our church who could use a pat on the back for a job well done, and for ministry that was meaningful to you please let us know at the church office and when you see these people remember to thank them for helping to make Christ’s United a church that ministers in Jesus’ name.

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TALKING PENNSYLVANIAN

About Pennsylvanians:  You‘ve never referred to Philadelphia as anything but ‗Philly‘ and New Jersey has always been ‗Jersey.‘  We don‘t go to the beach; we go ‗down to the shore.‘  You refer to Pennsylvania as ‗PA‘ (pronounced Pee-Ay). How many other states do that?  ‗You guys‘ (or even ‗youze guys‘, in some places) is a perfectly acceptable reference to a group of men and women.  You know how to respond to the question‘Djeetyet?‘ (Did you eat yet?)  You learned to pronounce Bryn Mawr, Wilkes-Barre, Schuylkill, Tamaqua, Kutztown, Tunkahannock, Bala Cynwyd, Duquesne, Monongahela and Conshohocken.  And we know Lancaster is pronounced Lank-ister, not Lan-kaster.  You know what a ‗Mummer‘ is, and are disappointed if you can‘t catch at least highlights of the parade.  At least five people on your block have electric ‗candles‘ in all or most of their windows all year long.  You know what a ‗State Store‘ is, and your out-of-state friends find it incredulous that you can‘t purchase liquor at the mini-mart.  Words like ‗hoagie,‘ ‗crick,‘ ‗chipped ham,‘ ‗dippy eggs‘, ‗sticky buns,‘ ‗shoo-fly pie,‘ ‗lemon sponge pie‘, ‗pierogies‘ and ‗pocketbook‘ actually mean something to you. (By the way, that last one‘s PA slang for a purse!)  You not only heard of Birch Beer, but you know it comes in several colors.  You know the difference between a cheese steak and a pizza steak sandwich, and you know that you also can‘t get a really good one anywhere outside of the Philly area. (Except maybe in Atlantic City on the boardwalk)  You know that Blue Ball, Intercourse, Paradise, Climax, Bird-in Hand, Beaver, Virginville, Sinking Spring, Jersey Shore, State College, Washington Crossing, Jim Thorpe, King of Prussia, Wind Gap and Slippery Rock are all PA towns…and the first three were consecutive stops on the old Reading RR! (ps – That‘s pronounced Redd-ing).  You can identify drivers from New York, New Jersey, Maryland and other neighboring states by their unique and irritating driving habits.  A traffic jam in Lancaster County is 10 cars waiting to pass a horse-drawn carriage on the highway. (And remember…that‘s Lank-ister!)  You know several people who have hit deer more than once.  Driving is always better in winter because the potholes are filled with snow.  As a kid you built snow forts and leaf piles that were taller than you were.  You know beer doesn‘t grow in a garden, but you know where to find a beer garden.  You know what "Punxsutawney Phil" is, and what it means if he sees his shadow. (Bonus points if you either love or hate "Gus, the second-most-famous groundhog in Pennsylvania.")  The first day of buck and the first day of doe season are school holidays. You know how to get 'rid' of things and how to read up.  You live for summer, when street and county fairs signal the beginning of funnel cake season.  You know what a township, borough, and commonwealth is.  You can use the phrase "fire hall wedding reception" and not even bat an eye.  You know what a "Hex sign" is.  You own only 4 condiments: salt, pepper, mustard and ketchup.  You know several places to purchase or that serve Scrapple, Summer Sausage and Hot Bacon Dressing  You carry jumper cables in your car and your female passengers know how to use them.  You still keep kitty litter, starting fluid, de-icer, or a snowbrush in your trunk, even if you now live in the south.  You also know someone who lives "down the lane".  You actually understand all this and send it out to other Pennsylvanians or former Pennsylvanians. It‘s scary, isn‘t it. 23

Christ’s United Lutheran Church Shirt Order Form

Item Colors Available Price Short Sleeve Adult 50/50 T-Shirt Aqua, Azalea, Bamboo Green, Birch, Black, Burnt Orange, S – XL.….. $ 6.25 Style 29 California Blue, Cardinal, Classic Brown, Cornflower 2X, 3X..…..$ 9.50 Blue, Cyber Pink, Dark Graphite, Dark Lavender, Deep Purple, Forest Green, Fossil Grey, Gold, Green Mist, Island Yellow, Jade, Kelly, Khaki Brown, Kiwi, Light Blue, Light Orange, Maroon, Natural, North Carolina Blue, Olive Green, Oxford, Periblue, Pink, Safety Green, Sandstone, Tennessee Orange, Texas Orange, True Navy, True Red, True Royal, Vegas Gold, Yellow Haze, White

Youth 50/50 Short Sleeve T-Shirt Azalea, Birch, Black, Burnt Orange, California Blue, XS – XL….$ 6.00 Style 29B Cardinal, Classic Brown, Cyber Pink, Deep Purple, Forest Green, Gold, Island Yellow, Jade, Kelly, Khaki Brown, Kiwi, Light Blue, Light Orange, Maroon, Natural, North Carolina Blue, Oxford, Periblue, Pink, Safety Green, Sandstone, Tennessee Orange, Texas Orange, True Navy, True Red, True Royal, Vegas Gold, White, Yellow Haze

Ladies Short Sleeve 50/50 Polo Black, Light Blue, Maize, Oxford, Pink, True Navy, True S – XL…...$12.75 Shirt Red, White 2X….…… $16.00 Style 337 Adult 50/50 Short Sleeve Polo Shirt Birch , Black, Burnt Orange, California Blue, Deep Purple, S – XL……$12.75 Style 437 Forest Green , Gold, Jade, Kelly, Light Blue, Maroon , 2X, 3X….. $16.00 Maize, Oxford, Putty, Safety Green, True Navy, True Red, True Royal, White

NOTE: Pricing is based on an order of 24 shirts or more. Order will be placed after we have 24 shirts ordered. Please fill out bottom portion and return to Margie. If you would like to see the actual colors, please see Margie or visit the web site at www.4bellschurch.com. Please note: Polo Shirts will be printed on left chest and T- Shirts will be printed on Left chest and full back. Dark colored shirts will have White imprint and Light colored shirts will have dark imprint. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… …………………………………………………………………… Name Phone E-Mail

Shirt Quantity Color / Size Price

Total Due $ ______

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If you would like to be added to our list of volunteers to help with one or more of the following positions, please fill it out and return it to the church office.

USHER CHILDREN’S CHURCH (10:15 service only) (10:15 service only)

I/we will serve as an usher I/we will help with children’s church

Name______Name______Telephone______Telephone______

SOUND SYSTEM OPERATOR ALTAR GUILD (10:15 service only) (8:00 & 10:15 services)

I/we will operate the sound I/we will serve on the altar system guild

Name______Name______Telephone______Telephone______

COMMUNION HELPER GREETERS

I/we will serve as a I/we will serve as greeters communion helper Schedule me/us at: ______8:00 Schedule me at: ______8:00 ______10:15 ______10:15

Name______Name______Telephone______Telephone______

LAY READER

I/we will serve as a lay reader

Schedule me at: ______8:00 ______10:15

Name______Telephone______

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Christ’s United Lutheran Church 13765 Old Turnpike Rd Millmont Pa 17845 570-922-1860 THE DEADLINE FOR church’s e-mail: [email protected] ARTICLES FOR THE pastor’s e-mail: [email protected] website address: www.4bellschurch.com SEPTEMBER

NEWSLETTER IS: Office Hours: Mon-Thu – 8:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Fri – 9:00 a.m.-12:00 noon AUGUST 17

The Congregation ...... The Ministers The Rev. John D. Yost ...... Pastor Bette McCrandall ...... Missionary Margie Dunkle ...... Sec/Asst Tr/Editor Al Pantaleo & Dianne Shuck ...... Treasurers PLEASE CALL THE Janet Hackenberg & Greg Shuck ...... Asst Trs CHURCH OFFICE… Tom Catherman ...... Custodian Al Pantaleo Angel Food Ministries Coordinator …when a member of your family is sick or is admitted to the hospital, so that visits can be COUNCIL MEMBERS made and the proper people notified.

Dave Bickhart ...... Vice President Kim Blyler ...... Church & Society …when your phone number is changed, so the Drew Christy ...... Mutual Ministry church records can be corrected. Doug Gemberling ...... Evangelism Judy Moyer ...... Christian Ed …when you move—out of town or locally. Dave Reed ...... Property Doug Shaffer ...... Fellowship Hall …when a new baby arrives in your family or in Chad Shuck ...... President the family of another church member. Barry Spangler ...... Worship & Music John Stamm, Jr...... Fellowship …when a member of your family leaves home Debra Wilson ...... Stewardship for college or to establish a new residence. Idella Zimmerman ...... Youth

…when a new family moves into your neighborhood.

…when your class or group plans to have a meeting, so that it can be cleared and placed on the church calendar.

…when something good happens to you or your family.

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SCHOOL KITS

A school kit may provide the only supplies for children returning to school after the disruption of war. School kits help parents continue their children's education, even while living in a refugee camp, for example. A school kit may also be used in adult literacy classes.

Your group can also help LWR get school kits to the people who need them by donating a brick on the Good Samaritan Quilt Plaza or by making a contribution to the Project Comfort Fund.

Review the General Assembly Instructions before collecting items for the school kits.

Include the following items in each school kit:

 Notebooks of wide- or college-ruled paper approximately 8" x 10 ½" totaling 150-200 sheets (if using 70-sheet notebooks, please include three); no loose-leaf paper  One blunt scissors (safety scissors with embedded steel blades work well)  One 30-centimeter ruler, or a ruler with centimeters on one side and inches on the other  One pencil sharpener  Six new, unsharpened #2 pencils with erasers; secure together with a rubber band  One eraser approximately 2 ½" long  12 sheets of construction paper in assorted colors (if necessary, fold in half to fit into the school kit bag)  One box of 16 or 24 crayons  One sturdy cloth bag approximately 12" X 14" with cloth handles or drawstring closure (see below for downloadable patterns)

Do not add other items or leave out any of the items listed. All items should be new and in good condition. Remove any excess packaging and pack items in the bag, fold the handles over, and secure with two large rubber bands or tie with yarn.

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ALTAR GUILD SOUND SYSTEM

Bev Catherman Lee Spangler Janet Hileman Louise Ritter

USHERS 10:15 GREETERS

Roger Dunkle, Capt. 4 – Shirley Kerstetter

Dave Bickhart JULY 11 – Eugene & Katherine Drew Christy Hassinger Donald Everitt 18 – Church Picnic 25 – Josephine Haggy

LAY READERS LAY READERS 8:00 a.m. 10:15 a.m.

4 – Bonnie Greeney 4 – Florence Boop 11 – Steve Moyer 11 – Drew Christy 18 – Church Picnic 18 – Church Picnic 25 – Mike Flickinger 25 – Janet Hackenberg

COMMUNION HELPERS COMMUNION HELPERS 8:00 a.m. 10:15 a.m.

4 – Bonnie Greeney 4– Bev Catherman 11 – Steve Moyer Tom Catherman 18 – Church Picnic 11 – Dianne Shuck 25 – Sara Moyer Janice Wagner 18 – Church Picnic 25 – Janet Hackenberg Judy Mecouch REMINDER

1. YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR FINDING A SUBSTITUTE IF MUSIC PROVIDERS YOU ARE UNABLE TO BE MUSIC PROVIDERS 8:00 a.m. HERE WHEN SCHEDULED. 10:15 a.m.

2. ALTAR GUILD MEMBERS, 4 – Dave Swartz SOUND SYSTEM OPERATORS 4 – Paula Christy 11 – Dave Swartz & USHERS 11 – Diane Valentine 18 – Church Picnic ARE RESPONSIBLE 17 – Church Picnic 25 – Gary Hackenberg FOR ANY SPECIAL 25 - Gary Hackenberg SERVICES SCHEDULED DURING THE MONTH.

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ALTAR GUILD SOUND SYSTEM

Shirley Kerstetter Dave Bickhart Wanda Stamm

USHERS 10:15 GREETERS

Ben Wenrich, Capt. 1 – Kass Beebe Eugene Hassinger 8 – Children’s Sunday School Doug Shaffer Class Barry Spangler 15 – Eugene & June Spangler AUGUST 22 – Donald & Judy Everitt 29 – Josephine Haggy

LAY READERS LAY READERS 8:00 a.m. 10:15 a.m.

1 – Greg Shuck 1 – Audrey Crone 8 – Glenn Spangler 8 – Judy Everitt 15 – Kathy Spangler 15 – Adam Gemberling 22 – Bonnie Greeney 22 – Doug Gemberling 29 – Steve Moyer 29 – Florence Boop

COMMUNION HELPERS COMMUNION HELPERS 8:00 a.m. 10:15 a.m.

1 – Debra Wilson 1 – Bev Catherman 8 – Glenn Spangler Tom Catherman 15 – Lee Spangler 8 – Dianne Shuck 22 – Bonnie Greeney Janice Wagner 29 – Steve Moyer 15 – Audrey Crone Donald Everitt 22 – Janet Hackenberg

REMINDER Judy Mecouch 29 – Greg Shuck 3. YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR Barry Spangler FINDING A SUBSTITUTE IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO BE HERE WHEN SCHEDULED.

MUSIC PROVIDERS 4. ALTAR GUILD MEMBERS, MUSIC PROVIDERS 8:00 a.m. SOUND SYSTEM OPERATORS 10:15 a.m. & USHERS 1 – Dave Swartz ARE RESPONSIBLE 1 – Paula Christy FOR ANY SPECIAL 8 – Dave Swartz SERVICES SCHEDULED 8 – Diane Valentine 15 – Dave Swartz DURING THE MONTH. 15 – Paula Christy 22 – Gary Hackenberg 22 - Gary Hackenberg 29 – Gary Hackenberg 29 - Gary Hackenberg 30

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