July-August 2019

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July13-21: Pray for our travelers to Guatemala

Pray for health, safety, and inspiration for our 14- member Guatemala team. The 14 will be on Guatemalan soil on Saturday, July 13, and will return on Sunday, July 21.

They’ll spread God’s Word via the re-creation of our VBS program at a new girls’ school, Hope Academy, launched by Tree 4 Hope’s Jennifer Hope-Tringali, our former interim associate pastor.

Among the travelers are staff members Pastors Horner and Frey, Kelly Falck, and Danelle Andrews. Let’s all look forward to hearing their stories!

In the meantime, we thank all who donated to the cost of the trip and to Hope Academy. Pictured at right is the display in the Gathering Space that shows your generosity via the many “bricks” and “roof shingles” that represent your contributions. God is good indeed!

July 27-28: Support World Hunger Bread Weekend

You’ll help to provide life-sustaining opportunities for folks in need by supporting the ELCA World Hunger initiative in these ways:

• Donate baked goods for folks to “buy.” Drop off the goodies on July 27-28 at the bread tables in the Gathering Space. • “Buy” baked goods donated by others. • Bake bread with the Missions Team on Saturday, July 27, starting at 9 am (Tell Judy Hunter you’re coming; she’ll let you know what to expect and how to get to the kitchen on Saturdays: Call 717-737-9933 or email [email protected]). Or sign up online or in Gathering Space. • Give $$ marked “World Hunger” in the offering plate/basket.

Did you know? Around the world, more than 1 in 10 people cannot access the food needed to live active, healthy lives … 736 million people, or 10 percent of the world’s population, live in extreme poverty on less than $1.90 a day … 39.7 million Americans lived in poverty in 2017, meaning the annual income of a family of four was less than $25,094.

August 3-4: Meet our missionaries from Zambia

Pastor Deborah Troester will preach at our August 3-4 services. She and her husband, Joe, are Trinity-supported ELCA missionaries serving in Zambia.

The Missions Team will host a luncheon for the couple on Sunday, August 4, after the 11 am services. The Troesters will share a PowerPoint presentation as well. In the meantime, check out their blog at http://africanwaterlog.blogspot.com/.

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Can you take time for yourself? by Pastor Liz Frey

“Remember the sabbath day, and keep it This summer—right now—is the perfect time to holy.” Those words are a change your frame of mind, to think about commandment. And the word slowing things down, to think about taking a “sabbath” traces to a Hebrew sabbath.

word meaning “rest.” It’s okay to give yourself and your family some

But today, in our rushed and sabbath time. We need time to recharge our busy lives, do any of us really batteries because if we don’t slow down and take the time to rest? To rest, we will burn out.

relax? Or have we forgotten how? So DO take that afternoon off

In other words, do we now think of “sabbath”— and play with the kids! Go on a and the concept of a time for rest—as day trip and explore something only from the past? God’s creation! Read

that book in the shade In my own case, where there’s always a to-do LIZ list brewing in my mind, I often find myself of a big tree!

thinking, “Wait! Can I have time to take a Sabbath time is break?” essential for us as

Guess what? The answer is “YES!” And that’s Christians and as human okay! beings!

Will you be our new webmaster in 2020?

We are devastated to announce that Webmaster Jeff Weaver is retiring at the end of 2019. Jeff has been our volunteer webmaster for 15 years, and he has been like a valued member of our staff.

If being our webmaster appeals to you and you’d like to learn more, please contact Danelle Andrews, Publicity and Communications Team facilitator, at [email protected], or Stephanie Maurer, Ministry Director for Communications, at [email protected].

Dear Trinity Members, I want to thank you so much for all the prayers, cards, flowers, and the beautiful shawl. Being a Trinity member of 47 years, I made many friends and you are still my friends in my heart. May God be with you all. God certainly has been with me. Thanks again, Lois Quigley

The trinity parish is published by Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, an ELCA congregation. Stephanie Maurer, Editor.

Email articles to

[email protected]. Or call 717.737.8635. The September issue deadline is

(l-r): Rev. Dr. Jack Horner, Lead Pastor Saturday, August 10, at 4 pm. Rev. John Brock, Ministry Director for Parish Life Max. 200 words. We really do edit.

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VBS: What a week! What fun! What learning!

Thank you to every person who helped make this year’s VBS a success! We had 200 kiddos in the morning session and about 60 in the evening session, and they all learned about God’s goodness.

Special shout-outs to Amy Koch, Danelle Andrews, and Kelly Falck, the dynamic trio who coordinated the program.

Shout-outs also to that amazing decorating team of Amy Heinly, Kierra Heinly, and Steve Kauffman (Amy and Kierra created those wonderful huge animals!). Thanks, too, to every crew member and to every person who donated supplies, snacks, or $$.

How fortunate we are at Trinity to be able to spread the Word with the help of so many believers.

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Congratulations to graduates of Trinity families…

Brian Appleby, grandson of Judy and Tim Trissler; son of Jan and Mike Appleby, Downingtown. Bachelor of Science, Speech Communication, Millersville University of Pennsylvania, May 11. Will begin training in August with Enterprise Rent-a-Car.

Liz Balasundram, daughter of Debbie and Reuben Balasundram. Diploma, Cumberland Valley High School, June 8. Will attend Temple University, Philadelphia, to pursue a degree in public health.

Nathan Chase Barnes, grandson of Jane M. Barnes. Diploma, Boyertown Senior High School, June 7. Will attend George Mason University to study cyber security engineering.

Ailey Bodenheimer, granddaughter of Holly and Bob Frymoyer. Diploma, Boonsboro High School, Boonsboro, Maryland, June 6. Will attend West Virginia University, Morgantown, WV.

Ben Brodie, son of Gretchen and Steve Brodie. Diploma, Camp Hill High School, June 1. Plans to attend Florida State University, Tallahassee, to major in entrepreneurship.

Lyndsay Elise Busler, granddaughter of Myrl Busler. Associate degree, Nursing, Harrisburg Area Community College, Gettysburg Campus, May 2. Accepted position starting June to work at Prima Primsa Health in South Carolina.

Grayson Cantor, son of Debra and Scott Cantor. Diploma, Cumberland Valley High School, June 8. Will attend Penn State University, University Park, to study engineering.

Olivia Falck, daughter of Kelly and Brian Falck. Diploma, Northern High School, June 4. Was salutatorian. Will attend University of Richmond.

Sarah Hannigan, daughter of Kim and Ryan Hannigan. Master of Science in Occupational Therapy, Thomas Jefferson University, May 21. Is relocating to Massachusetts to pursue her career as an occupational therapist.

Katherine Rose Haskell, granddaughter of Rose Marie and Cliff Baker. Bachelor of Arts, International Studies, University of Kentucky, May 5. Spent junior year in Germany. Looking at employment opportunities; open to incorporating her fluency in German and/or love of the equestrian business.

Jake Henry, son of Kimberly and Dirk Henry. Diploma, East Pennsboro High School, June 6. Will attend West Chester University of Pennsylvania, Honors College, to major in chemistry, pharmaceutical product development.

Jack Katzman, grandson of Ron Katzman and the late Marjorie Katzman, son of Sandra and James Katzman, Scottsdale, AZ. Bachelor’s degree, Dartmouth College, June 9. Will work in California.

Jessica Katzman, granddaughter of Ron Katzman and the late Marjorie Katzman, daughter of Sandra and James Katzman, Scottsdale, AZ. Diploma, The Hockaday School, Dallas, TX, May 18. Will attend UCLA.

Anna Leeds, daughter of Megan and Dave Leeds. Diploma, with honors, Cedar Cliff High School, June 8. Will attend Susquehanna University to major in political science and minor in professional and civic writing. Keep reading! →

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…and the list goes on. They did it!

Meghan Nicole Lofgren, granddaughter of Judy Messinger, daughter of Karen and Christopher Lofgren. Associate degree in in Liberal Arts and Studies, Mount Wachusett Community College, May 23. Meghan is completing an apprenticeship program to become a dog groomer.

Matthew Malhenzie, grandson of Connie and Dallas Dollase. Diploma, Red Land High School, June 8. Will attend Goucher College, Towson, MD, to major in physics.

Rachel Ryan Norris, daughter of Dona and Dave Norris. Diploma, Mechanicsburg Area High School, May 28. Will take a gap year to work with SBP (formerly Saint Bernard Parish) on flood disaster recovery and then will attend Eastern University.

Amy Plank, daughter of Margaret and Steve Plank. Master of Public Administration, Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania, May 10. Amy works for the Pennsylvania Coalition for Oral Health.

Sarah Riska, daughter of Gail and Michael Riska. Diploma, Cumberland Valley High School, June 8. Will attend Rochester Institute of Technology to study engineering.

Nicole E. Rupnik, daughter of Karen and Dave Rupnik. Bachelor of Science, summa cum laude, Honors Biology, Bucknell University, May 19. Will attend UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine, CA.

Sarah Sheaffer, daughter of Teresa and Tim Sheaffer. Diploma, Cedar Cliff High School, June 8. Will attend Messiah College.

Will Shields, son of Ann Shields. Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, specialization in marketing, Misericordia University, May 11.

Jonice Storer, daughter of Joanne and John Storer. Diploma, Camp Hill High School, June 1. Attending Bloomsburg State University of Pa. to study psychology; will eventually earn a doctorate in psychology to become a child trauma psychologist.

Kyle Walters, son of Pam and David Walters; grandson of Joan and William Walters. Bachelor of Science in Mathematics, University of Pittsburgh, April 28. Kyle will pursue an MBA program at Florida State University.

Alec Warren, son of Jessica and Brett Warren. Diploma, Harrisburg Academy, May 31. Was valedictorian. Will attend Northeastern University and major in computer science/artificial intelligence.

Zachary Zimmerman, grandson of Jean and Bob Zimmerman. Diploma, Mt. Lebanon High School, Pittsburgh, June 6. Will attend Ohio University, E.W. Scripps School of Journalism.

What’s up with “Finding Faith at Disney”?

Join the Ale House discussion group on Tuesday, July 16, at Appalachian Brewing Company, 6462 Carlisle Pike. Come at 6 pm to order dinner, or 7 pm for the Disney conversation.

Hosts are Pastor John Brock and Trinity Mechanicsburg’s Karen Durbin.

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Don’t delay: Reserve your space for Germany!

The time is NOW to save your space for the fall 2020 trip to Germany. Turn in your registration form so you can be sure that you’ll follow the steps of Martin Luther for 11 days, from September 23 to October 3.

Cost is $4,199 per person from Washington, DC, and includes round trip airfare, hotel accommodations, most meals, comprehensive sightseeing, and a ticket to see the famous Passion Play of Oberammergau.

Pastor Horner and his re-found friend, Pastor Kurt Hutchens (Lead Pastor, Shalom Lutheran Church, Pinckney, MI), are the hosts. Get a brochure and flyer in the Gathering Space or contact Pastor Horner, 717-743-9224, or [email protected].

Great work, Maine Mission Trip team

The Maine Seacoast Mission in Cherryfield, ME, sincerely thanks our Trinity volunteers for their good work in Maine at the home of an elderly woman.

The team installed a new wheelchair ramp and some windows, and also did some drywall and interior painting at the home in Winter Harbor.

Women’s Bible Flat Jesus Study starts visits a 99- September 18 year-old

Our popular Women’s friend Wednesday Morning Bible Study re- On July 1, Flat Jesus starts on September 18 from 9:30 to 11:30 said Happy 99th am in Room 237. The eight Wednesday Birthday to Betty B. sessions continue through November 6. when she celebrated The new study is “One in a Million – with Trinity’s Judy Trissler Journey to your Promised Land.” You’ll find at Bethany Village. spiritural direction and see how God (Betty LOVES the Trinity prayers shawl she’s moves in miraculous ways every day. wearing, too.)

Questions? Registration? Call Judy We can’t wait to see ALL the Flat Jesus Trissler at 717-497-1392 or Bert Weaver at pictures and award the prizes at the Flat Jesus 717-697-3259. celebration on Sunday, August 25. (See p. 7)

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Get connected!

Trinity has one of the strongest faith connections and education programs and events that you’ll find anywhere. Below is just a sampling! Be sure to come to our Faith Connections Open House on Sunday, September 8, 9:45- 10:45 am, to learn about our fall options, nursery through adult.

Sunday, August 25 Wednesdays, July 24 & August 14, 7 pm 96 Wheatland Drive, Lewisberry 9:45-10:45 am Flat Jesus Learn/grow in this casual outdoor Celebration setting at the Horners’ home July 24 • Grow Where You Are Hear all about the (Pastor Frey) many adventures August 14 • Grow Where God is that Flat Jesus Leading You (Pastor Horner)

experienced with All are welcome. Bring a lawn chair.

your fellow Trinity members. Prizes Sunday, July 28 awarded for the 9:45-10:45 am, Library farthest trip, Whether you’re new to Trinity or funniest photo, you’ve been here for years, and most places come to this single-session visited by a single gathering to discover answers to Flat Jesus. Fun, Fun! basic questions about what we believe. All welcome. No reservation needed.

Yes! Youth Group, Grades 6-12 Sundays, August 4, 11, 18 Watch for info 9:45-10:45 am, Library about our active Orientation classes for and awesome prospective new members Youth Group. Their latest event was a Weekend of August 24-25 week of mission work in Rose Hill, North All Services Carolina, to help folks still recovering from Welcoming Day for new members flood damage there. at service of their choice

Book Review Group, Monthly, Third Sundays, 9:45-10:45 am, Room 241

Read books chosen by the group and then engage in lively discussion. Questions? Email Sue Kerr, [email protected]. Next up are these selections:

July 21 Travels with Charley: In Search of America, by John Steinbeck. Steinbeck documents his journey with Charley, his beloved poodle. They see kindness, loneliness, and even racial hostility in the people they encounter.

August 18 Educated: A Memoir, by Tara Westover. Raised in a survivalist family with a religious fanatic father, Westover tells of her quest for knowledge and how it transformed her. She was 17 when she first set foot in a classroom, and she went on to earn her PhD. The book was selected by The New York Times Book Review as one of the10 best books of 2018.

Faith Connections are led by Faith Formation Team Facilitator Serena Fedor, Director of Faith Formation Kelly Falck, Children’s Ministry Coordinator Danelle Andrews, Youth Director Peter Fox, Vacation Bible School Director Amy Koch, and supported by scores of enthusiastic family and individual volunteers.

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September birthday wishes We’re working ahead! See the May-June Trinity Parish for July-August birthdays.

At-home members Sept. 10. Marian Trone, 333 Third Street, New Cumberland, PA 17070 Sept. 11. Richard Gulden, 824 Lisburn Rd., Apt. 214, Camp Hill, PA 17011 Sept. 14. Jacob Wagner, 4400 Kile Dr., Enola, PA 17025 Sept. 16. Shirley Kerr, 5225 Wilson Ln., Apt. 1125, Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 Sept. 17. Joyce Elfreth, 1465 English Dr., Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 Sept. 23. Dottie Hartlieb, 5225 Wilson Ln., Maplewood Suite 201, Mechanicsburg, PA 17055

Trinity Staff Sept. 9. Beth Hinkle

Help others: Give at the July Giving Tree Our Community Outreach Ministries team asks you to UN-decorate the tree in the Gathering Space to support one of these ministries: • Pink Hands of Hope • New Hope Ministries • Christian Churches United (CCU) • Domestic Violence Services of Cumberland and Perry Counties

Community Outreach Ministries is grateful for your contributions to our designated fund. We’ve provided $500 in art supplies for the Camp Curtin YMCA summer camp, $2,000 to the Always Being Made New Youth Ministry Campaign, and $2,000 for the Earl Besch project. (The Besch project helps students in Camp Hill who need food during the summer months.

During the school year, these students can get free or reduced-cost lunches.)

End notes

See the Every Member Prayer list weekly in the Trinity Today, which is in our worship bulletins and also online. Go to www.trinitycamphill.org; click on “News and Events.”

Yum! It’s the Blueberry Festival and Pancake Breakfast on Saturday, July 20, at Paulus Orchards, Dillsburg, to benefit the Ecumenical Food Pantry, a Trinity mission partner. All you can eat: adults $9.99, seniors $7.99, kids 10 and under $4.99. Plus fun stuff all day: free food samples, pick-your-own berries, arts/crafts, jazz band, tractor rides!

You still have time to come to a Starting Point discussion on Sundays through July 21 at 9:45 am in the Library.

Start looking for back-to-school sales so the Trinity Tutors can give 325 school kits to Harrisburg School District grade schoolers. Each kit contains a plastic pencil case, wood pencils, cap erasers, pocket tissues, a box of 24 crayons, and a composition book. Look for a donation box in mid-August in the Gathering Space.

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