The Sacred Orchestra with Dave Stahl Returns

Inside this issue Washington, DC. He has played lead of the and recorded with many trumpet in the jazz/popular world greatest names Count -- Woody Herman, of music Basie, Buddy Rich, Frank Sinatra, and Liza Minnelli. Starting in 1999, Dave has combined his experience and talents with The Sa- great music the to play cred Orchestra of the church in worship services honoring and praising God. Dave led a service at Lincoln Park in November, now have an opportunity to 2000. We share again in this unique worship experience. 2,3,8,9 Worship p. Pictorial Directory 4 p. Pastor Carl From p. 7 Church Mouse p. 12-13 Food Drive Erika Garrity From 16 p. Youth Fellowship p. 11 p. 15 1

.) From Allen Buchanan From KC Buchanan Lincoln Park Community United Methodist Church Newsletter Newsletter Church Community United Methodist Lincoln Park Lincoln Park, Pennsylvania October, 2004 The Sacred Orchestra with Dave Stahl Returns The Sacred Orchestra with Dave Stahl Their mission is to reach out to the Their mission of any one church greater membership and reinvigorate and reconnect those people with their church and God. The com- bination of spoken word and sacred mu- an uplifting religious experi- sic becomes ence, bringing praise to God. famil- of arrangements musical Custom are written in a cross section of iar hymns of musical styles. Original compositions and transcrip- praise music contemporary tions of The Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir's in the reper- pieces are included recorded toire. Since childhood, Dave Stahl has played or with soloist as a in churches trumpet His professional career began his family. in 1973 with the US Army Band in On Sunday, October 24, we will have we will have On Sunday, October 24, led only one worship service at 10:15 am, by The Sacred Orchestra with Dave Stahl. consists of a 20- ensemble This musical 10 vocalists plus piece orchestra (including our own

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ogs & marshmallows by camp- ogs & marshmallows From Lisa Gallagher From 9:15 am (Contemporary Worship in Social Hall) Hall) Social in Worship (Contemporary 9:15 am Change service requested NEWS-LINC Lincoln Park Community United Methodist Church 1 Carlisle Avenue Reading, PA 19609 Come Along for the Ride — Sa farm can offer! We’ll make our way though a fantastic corn make can offer! We’ll farm wagon! And to wrap and see the sights riding on a hay maze roast hot d it all up, we'll contact Questions, fire....yum!!!! We’ll head to Duncan Farms to We’ll head to Duncan Farms 7904 or at [email protected]. 7904 or at [email protected]. Office phone 35; 200 Rm 28; Kitchen Ext: 610-777-1422 Ed40; Nursery Bldg 39 Fax line 610-777-4309 Voice PastorLarry 44, mail Kathy 21, Reedy DorrisUmstead26, Linda McCoy 24, 29 Brown Nancy Linda Music: E-mail of Dir Dirof Educati Web Secretary:Kath dmccoy [email protected], [email protected], www.lpcumc.org Editor:Fallon, Cheri please.) mail, voice use messages, urgent (For Worship with us: us:Worshipwith hours Office (Traditional10:45Worship) & 8:15 am Mon-Fri. pm 9 am-3 610 Carl, Larry Pastor: WORSHIP IN OCTOBER From Pastor Larry Carl Lincoln Park’s Bulletin Board Sunday, October 3 – The 18th Sunday after Pentecost – News-Linc, monthly publication of Lincoln Park Community WORLD COMMUNION SUNDAY - Pastor Larry’s sermon will be News-Linc Deadline United Methodist Church, hopes to link you to your church with entitled No Fear, based on II Timothy 1:7, For God did not give information about its programs, plans, and people. Your comments and suggestions are welcome and may be left in the us a spirit of cowardice, but rather a spirit of power and of love October 14 newsletter mailbox by the church office. and of self-discipline. for our Our staff- Editor: Cheri Fallon , 610-678-8735 Sunday, October 10 – The 19th Sunday after Pentecost – The November Assistant Editor: Debbie Harvey Staff: Nancy Artz, Bunny Carlson, Ginny Freyling, Kathleen sermon will be entitled Approved, based on II Timothy 2:15, Do issue Hogg, Gloria Kotzer, Elaine Meckes, Suzanne Romig, Doris your best to present yourself to God as one approved by him, a Schucker, and Barbara Wenger worker who has no need to be ashamed, rightly explaining the word of truth. Change of address: Cornwall Manor Society Sunday, October 17 – The 20th Sunday after Pentecost – LAITY SUNDAY – The Ms Laura Bailey Harvest Bazaar & Open House message by Jerry Pawlikowski, Lay Leader, is entitled, In God We Trust? based on 15 Brook Ln Matthew 14:31, Immediately Jesus reached out his hand and caught him, ‘You of lit- Mohnton PA 19540 Saturday, Oct 2, 8 am—2 pm tle faith,’ he said, ‘Why do you doubt?’ Rain or Shine Mr & Mrs Russell Swinehart From Anna Mae Owens Sunday, October 24 – The 21st Sunday after Pentecost – One service at 10:15 Lorianne Swinehart Our church no longer has an active United 15 Laura Ct am— David Stahl’s Sacred Orchestra will be in concert, leading our worship. Methodist Women’s group, which for many Sinking Spring PA 19608-9695 years supported the bazaar; therefore

any monetary contributions from other Sunday, October 31 – The 22nd Sunday after Pentecost – Pastor Larry’s sermon Ms Nan Ferree will be entitled Trick or Treat based on Habakkuk 2:3, For there is still a vision for 111 N 3rd St groups and individuals would be appreci- the appointed time; it speaks of the end, and does not lie. If it seems to tarry, wait Indiana PA 15701-2008 ated. All proceeds benefit the Health for it; it will surely come, it will not delay. Center at Cornwall. Checks payable to Mr Andrew Fallon Cornwall Manor Society Bazaar. 1711 Q St NW LECTION LESSONS FOR OCTOBER Contact Anna Mae Owens, 410 Lawrence Apt B Sunday, October 3: Lamentations 1:1-6; II Timothy 1:1-14; Luke 17:5-10; Washington DC 20009 Ave, Lincoln Park, PA 19609, 610-777- Psalter: Psalm 137 4651 Sunday, October 10: Jeremiah 29:1,4-7; II Timothy 2:8-15; Luke 17:11-19; Psalter: Psalm 66:1-12 Sunday, October 17: Jeremiah 31:27-34; II Timothy 3:14-4:5; Luke 18:1-8; “It’s easy to make a buck. It’s a lot tougher to Psalter: Psalm 119:97-104 Sunday, October 24: Joel 2:23-32; II Timothy 4:6-8, 16-18; Luke 18:9-14; make a difference.” Psalter: Psalm 65 Sunday, October 31: Habakkuk 1:1-4; 2:1-4; II Thessalonians 1:1-4, 11-12; Luke —Tom Brokaw 19:1-10; Psalter: Psalm 119:137-144

2 23 WORLD COMMUNION SUNDAY

Redners Tapes From Pastor Larry Carl Sunday, October 3, is WORLD COMMUNION SUNDAY. Bring $$ for LP On this Sunday we join with Christians around the world Projects in celebrating the Sacrament of our Lord’s Supper. In this celebration we affirm that Christ bids all to come to his from Pat Park for Agape Circle table; we sit around that table as brothers and sisters in

♥ To Our Friends, Christ, joined by his love for us, and our love for him. Many thanks to all who use your We both want to thank you for the cards, "Save-a-Tape" card when buying gro- calls, visits, flowers, and fruit we re- On WORLD COMMUNION SUNDAY we also receive a ceries at Redners. On August 30, we ceived during Tom's recovery from heart special offering to support: received a check for $207.97 which surgery. Thanks also for your prayers • Crusade Scholarships for international and U. S. ra- was put into the Designated Fund of and Pastor Larry's visits. It is wonderful cial-minority and ethnic-minority graduate students Church Women. to belong to such a caring church. • Ethnic Scholarships for undergraduate students Mary Klein does the tallying and a God Bless -- • Scholarships for racial-minority and ethnic-minority persons seeking second big thank-you to her. When she Bunny & Tom Carlson careers in church-related vocations reaches a total of $20,000 or more,

we submit them to Redners and in In his second letter to the church at Corinth, the apostle Paul wrote, It is by God’s return receive a check for 1% of the mercy that we are engaged in this ministry. . . total. Please remember to keep the ♥ Dear Lincoln Park Church, whole tape and do not mark on it. Thank you so much for the beautiful Our WORLD COMMUNION SUNDAY gifts nurture members of our family of faith Also, we appreciate the Campbell flowers you gave to us in honor of our to engage in life-changing ministries. Please come and share with us in this special soup labels. They are cut, bundled, new daughter, Jalynn. We also wanted celebration of our Lord’s Supper and give generously to the special World Com- and sent to Red Bird Mission in Ken- to thank everyone for all the cards, well munion offering. Your gifts make a world of difference! wishes, and gifts. We appreciate every- tucky where they do much to help fill one's thoughtfulness and generosity. some of their many needs. Sincerely, Thanks to all! Lisa and Cory Laity A Child’s Prayer (An anonymous tribute from a loving LP grandmother to LP’s children)

Forgive me if I have today Done any wrong in work or play; Oh, help me always to do right And bless me every day and night. October 31 Amen.

22 3 From the Pastor’s Desk Hooray for Our Time and Talent Volunteers From Susie Romig From Pastor Larry Carl erhaps it’s just me, but it seems envisioned is a result of our Sin, our In our church kitchen a box marked SOUP as though this year’s presiden- separation from God. KITCHEN sits in a corner 365 days a year tial campaign is more negative awaiting any donations, from a can of beans Some critics of the church claim that and contentious than previous to a jar of fruit--anything non-perishable. we are always against things. Perhaps campaigns.P I wish the candidates would That box is emptied twice a month by our they are right! It is time that we speak state clearly what they believe and what two soup kitchen teams, and taken to Cen- out about what we believe, what we are they would do for citizens of the United tral Park UM Church for distribution to The Gundy team included Don and for, and what we are willing to do for the States and leave it at that. needy families. Here's the story of our soup Bepps Cutting, Ken Sensenig, and cause of the kingdom of kitchen teams. Eve Kintzer and for the last few years Why must there be so much God. You’ve probably has been Mary Gundy, Susie Romig, time and money wasted on For about 20 years our church has joined heard the story about the old Anna Mae Owens, Arlene Lentz, Jan bashing the other candidate? others in volunteering aid to Central Park to backwoodsman who just Ferree, and Hildamay Bartron. serve a noon meal to needy persons. Mary I have long wondered why came from church when he Sometime helpers are Nancy Dettra, and Sam Gundy and Gloria Kotzer have any of us must conduct our- was met by a friend. Where Nancy Lape, and Ray and June headed up our 2 teams. In the beginning it selves in such a fashion. What were you? asked the friend. Kirschman. As of September, Mary was just calling and asking if someone could is it about us that makes us I was in church, said the Gundy, Don Cutting, and Annamae help. denigrate someone else in or- backwoodsman. What did Owens have retired and Nancy and der to feel good about our- the reverend preach about? Finally, Jill Parke organized people into Carl Madiera now head the team. selves? asked his friend. He regular working teams. Central Park has had to hire a paid preached about sin, said the Gloria Kotzer's team includes Bunny I entered ministry as an ide- coordinator as the kitchen now serves man. What did he say about Carlson, Lee Riley, Mary Hodges (who alist. I truly believed it possi- approximately 130 people daily. Dona- it? asked the friend. He said started coming with Fran Moulton), and ble for us to construct a com- tions of food are always needed, and he was against it, said the Aletha Stehman and Paige DeAngelo-- munity that lived life by a dif- volunteers to Gloria's and the Madiera's backwoodsman. church friends but not members. Sometime ferent set of standards. I be- teams are more than welcome when a helpers are Nels and Ginny Freyling, Ruth lieve that’s what the early church was Perhaps we would join that preacher in team member is ill or away. Would Towles, and Tracy Goldsborough. about: to build a community where peo- being against sin. But what are we for? you like to help? ple lived in keeping with the teachings That’s the real question. How can we of Jesus Christ. If you read the New state positively what we believe and what Testament, you discover that early we envision God is calling us to be and The Lord doesn't ask about your ability, Christians were encouraged to live life do? in such a way in the most inhospitable only your availability; and if you prove If you have attended any meetings of circumstances. I am still an idealist! I where I have given the closing prayer your dependability, the Lord will increase your capability. believe our failure to realize the kind of you might have heard me refer to what is community the New Testament writers -Author Unknown

4 21 Mission Committee Update From Barbara Wenger, Mission Committee Chair When the Mission Committee met on September 13, Pastor Larry led us in prayer Stewardship Thoughts asking God to guide us and touch those in need. one of my favorite passages of Scrip- From Pastor Larry Carl We donated: ture: I Peter 3:15b. I will often cite it † $200 for Reading/Berks Conference of Churches in prayer by asking that God will make “Have you ever † $200 for Reading Habitat for Humanity us ready always to give a word of testi- heard the expression, † $200 for SHARE mony . . .to the hope that is in us. True † $400 for Bishop’s Appeal for Hurricane Relief hope – based on faith in Jesus Christ – Beggars can’t be choosers? What is The Mission Committee and youth will collect food in October can only be expressed in the most posi- meant is that anyone for Central Park’s Food Ministry and Soup Kitchen. (See related article on p. 15.) tive way. The author of the epistle of who is in need should Alice Kase will conduct the Christmas Child program again this year. For more in- Peter says that we are to give our testi- be grateful for any- formation, please contact her, 610-777-7194. We discussed the upcoming Angel Tree mony with gentleness and reverence. thing that is given. with the Salvation Army. Keep your conscience clear, so that when you are maligned, those who He or she should not question or resent the quality of what is TEN THOUSAND VILLAGES: FALL 2004 abuse you for your good conduct in Christ may be put to shame. For it is given. The statement sometimes carries From Dorris McCoy with it an air of contempt for the person Shop fair trade! Invest in people and in your world community by shopping or better to suffer for doing good, if suf- fering should be God’s will, than to in need. It conveys the feeling that a dining at TEN THOUSAND VILLAGES in nearby Ephrata. This ministry of the Men- beggar is without dignity and power. nonite Relief Committee gives crafts persons worldwide the opportunity to sell suffer for doing evil. (I Peter 3:16-17, NRSV) Because this is true, people’s remedy their crafts at fairly-set prices and not only increase their income but improve their for beggars is usually in the form of living conditions. The Ephrata site also has African drumming workshops. Their I have little hope that the politicians scraps and leftovers – the easiest thing Nav Jiwan Tea Room prides itself in offering dishes made with fresh ingredients in our country are going to lead the to give. and seasonal organic produce. Their commitment is to quality and to serving a dif- way in being positive, but I do hope ferent country's cuisine each week. with all my heart that we in the Chris- God has never spoken to us who are spiritual beggars in that way. Though Beginning November 13, TEN THOUSAND VILLAGES also offers the opportunity tian community will take the lead in being positive about our faith, in our we are sinners, God remedied our situa- to give a Living Gift during this upcoming holiday season. Living Gifts speak the tion by giving us the finest that could be language of peace, as peace comes when everyone's most basic needs are met. speech to and about one another in our faith community and in the larger com- given . . .God’s Son! God gave from Loved ones can be honored with a different kind of holiday gift, a special "life- abundance, not from the leftovers. May giving" gift such as: munity that surrounds us. the gifts we present to God reflect the • Education for children in Pakistan best we have to give, not the least!” • Trees for reforestation in Haiti “Positively Yours,” • Housing materials in Appalachia • Health Care in Cambodia ---Laurence Keene • Warm blankets for families in Bangladesh. Call or visit the TEN THOUSAND VILLAGES shop for the Living Gifts brochure Pastor Larry (717-721-8400) or download at ephrata.tenthousandvillages.com for details. 20 5 CONFIRMATION CLASS ENROLLMENT INFORMATION Both the Mini-activity and graded Chil- Everything I Need dren's Church School opportunities use From Pastor Larry Carl to Know… Faith Weaver Curriculum resources from I learned from Noah’s Ark… Group Publishing, those creative folk Once again, confirmation class will be held for any we've grown to love at VBS. LP's Chris- young person who has completed at least the sixth grade. 1. Don’t miss the tian Education goal is that our program Classes will begin in early January, 2005, and continue boat. be R.E.A.L. R.E.A.L. Learning makes through May. Young people enrolled in the class are ex- life-change happen! 2. Remember we pected to attend class sessions, worship service and • R.---learning is Relational; learner- are all in the same church school. to-learner talk involves everyone, boat.

enhances understanding, and builds While there are other expectations for the class mem- 3. Plan ahead. It Christian friendships. bers, I do not want anyone to be intimidated by those ex- wasn’t raining • E.---learning is Experiential; kids pectations. I will work with any class member who when Noah built learn by doing and using multiple makes the effort to ensure that he/she successfully com- the ark. senses to increase learning and reten- pletes the course and has a positive experience in confirmation. tion. 4 Stay fit. When

• A.---learning is Applicable, connect- you’re 600 years old, someone may An enrollment form is attached for you to let me know of your interest in the con- ing God's Word to kids' real worlds ask you to do something really impor- firmation class. While I understand this is early notice, it will help me plan for the to move beyond information to trans- tant. class sessions. Please complete the form and return it to me at your earliest conven- formation. ience, but no later than October 15, 2004. 5. Don’t listen to critics; just get on • L.---learning is Learner-based, ad- with the job that needs to be done. dressing how learners learn best, to

focus not on how much is taught but 6. Build your future on high ground. ------on what is learned. Confirmation Enrollment Form 7. For safety’s sake, travel in pairs. These R.E.A.L. lessons in this fall sea-

son will take the kids to the book of 8. Speed isn’t always an advantage. Name______Telephone______Kings and its stories about the wisdom The snails were on board with the

of Solomon and the message of Elijah, cheetahs. Last Grade Completed______Age______the Prophet, to ask questions about who 9. When you’re stressed, float awhile. really gives wisdom and whom we Baptized? Yes No If yes, When/ should ultimately trust and follow. 10. The ark was built by amateurs; the Where______Titanic by professionals.

So...bring the kids to Church School to Parent’s Signature______11. No matter the storm, when you are begin their faith journeys...and then stay with God, there’s always a rainbow and continue yours to be renewed and ------waiting. strengthened---make it a family commitment!

6 19 FALL CHURCH SCHOOL IS FOR EVERYONE 21st Annual From Dorris McCoy Laity Academy The Fall Church School Schedule is as discussion (thanks to Norm's gener- Provides Training follows: ous wit) centers on the weekly lectionary From Barbara Wenger, 9:30 am Scripture readings (see p. 2) upon which Christ Servant Minister • Adult Lectionary Class in the Church LP's worship is developed. A study re- From August 6-8, many United Meth- Library. source, Keeping Holy Time, with reflec- odists met at the Sheraton in Reading to • Mini-session in Room 101 after the tions and exegesis is provided for all par- gain knowledge and improve abilities for Contemporary Service's Children Mes- ticipants. Come, be challenged, enriched better serving their congregations. Speak- sage (for ages 3 through grade 3). Chil- and engaged in deepening your under- ers and study leaders emphasized the im- dren in grade 4 and above are encour- standing of God's Holy Word. portance of laity in the spiritual commu- aged to join with their families in wor- nity. ship. The Adult Faith & Life Class at 10:45 Participants take the Basic course first, Photos to be Taken for am is taught by Earl Hope. 10:45 am taught by Dr. J. Dennis Williams, and New Church Directories Their low-keyed searching for under the direction of Conference Direc- • Faith & Life Adult Class From Chad Chelius life's purpose presently takes tor of Christ Servant Ministries, George in the Church Library. Beginning SUNDAY, OCTOBER 17, them into L. Gregory Jones' J. Hollick, Jr., and then become local • Church School Classes there will be camera equipment in book, EVERYDAY MATTERS: Church Servants. The next year they can for Children & Youth in the Choir Room to begin taking pic- INTERSECTIONS OF LIFE choose a different course – The Power of the Education Building: tures for the new church directory. AND FAITH. L. Gregory Jones, Prayer, Worship and Music, Youth Adult BEGINNERS (3, 4 & 5 Someone will be there to take pic- noted scholar and church Ministry, or Visitation and Nurturing year olds) in Room 101 tures beginning with the start of the leader, is Dean & Professor at Ministry. All courses provide eight hours MIDDLERS (Grades 1, 2 first service at 8:15 am and extend- Duke University Divinity of training. Attendees receive certifi- & 3) in Room 104 ing through the end of the late ser- School. As we grapple with the chal- cates, to be signed by our District Super- JUNIORS (Grades 4, 5 & 6) in Room vice. lenges we all face, how do we connect intendent at Charge Conference. 102 The idea is to have people come at our faith in Christ with the everyday is- The Laity Academy, under the auspices YOUTH'S "Reel to Real" Se- intervals after each service on a first- sues that we think about, struggle with of the Board of Lay Ministry of the East- ries (Grades 7-12) in Room 103. come, first-served basis. This will and hope for, in our lives and in our ern PA Conference of the UM Church, happen each Sunday for approxi- world? The book contains brief reflec- was founded in 1983 at Albright College, Professional Infant and Toddler Care is mately four consecutive Sundays tions that originally appeared in the au- by Dr. Chuck Yrigoyen and Reta Bartow offered during all Christian Education depending on turnout. If necessary, thor's columns in the Christian Century. with the Rev. Kent Kroehler. Fallon options in the Preschool/Nursery Rooms. additional Sundays may be added. Each reflection invites questions, discus- Blaker, Marian Miller, and Dr. Mary Hopefully everyone will make sion and Biblical and spiritual growth. White have served as Deans. The Adult Lectionary Class at 9:30 themselves available during one of Join in---grow and be transformed in the If you are interested in attending in the am is taught by Norm and Nancy Det- those Sundays. Any questions, con- Christian faith knowing that every day future, contact Pastor Larry Carl. tra. This insightful and often humorous matters. tact Chad Chelius, 610-775-4651, or

18 7 Purpose Driven Worship Conference NEW OPPORTUNITIES TO LEARN – PARTICIPATE – EXPERIENCE TEACH AND TRANSFORM From Bill Chadwick From Dorris McCoy

attended, along with seven members is the way we live our lives everyday, and staff of Lincoln Park UMC, the and that we attend church on Sunday 2004 Worship Conference at Saddle- based on the design of I Am and to wor- back Church in Lake Forest, CA. ship with others who believe the Lord is IThis four-day conference was filled with our Savior! Without living in worship of ALPHA & FALL FAMILY FAITH Daily Devotions, two Worship Services, our savior, we are not honoring the pur- FEST UPDATE ► Helper positions in Sunday morning General Speaker Sessions, and Work- pose of our lives. This purpose is to reach From Dorris McCoy children's groups---no specific shops. Every day we had 1.5 hours of out to the unchurched. Every day I have Come and explore the meaning of life at teaching responsibilities assigned; worship and 1.5 hours of an uplifting seen the great works of God and have not Alpha and the Fall Family Faith Fest--- just offer an extra pair of hands and speaker (sermon) with always looked at them for all ages of children, youth and adults! loving direction to spirited, active the daily message/ as his gift to us. This is a relaxed time to question and dis- children. Interest in teaching is en- inspiration. After cuss issues about God and life in an infor- couraged; someone just to take at- lunch we moved to The General Speaker mal environment. Ten weekly sessions run tendance and pickup offering would workshops, and after Sessions were also through November 28. Each Sunday op- be a wonderful asset. dinner we enjoyed a extremely uplifting. tion begins with a light supper and fellow- ► Technology in Christian Education: three hour concert. At They were essentially ship at 5 pm and concludes promptly at Help LP's CE go from B.C. to PC. 10 pm, Late Night sermons that spoke to 7:30 pm. In addition to Alpha, other learn- Computers are available in LP's Re- began at Saddleback many of the issues ing opportunities include: source Room. Persons with a love Church. facing today’s church. ♥ Spiritual Gifts for Servanthood, a three for kids and a knowledge of com- The basic message was that we must be week study on November 7, 14, & 21, puters are needed to put it all to- The Worship Services were as diverse as focused on the most important aspect of ♥ Christianity as a World Religion gether. Anyone wishing to serve on the speakers, bringing new understanding this world, God; that it is our purpose, as ♥ Youth Alpha for Teens a Technology Task Force to explore of what worship is. Both Worships each God’s children, to bring the word of God ♥ Life Worth Living: The Book of Phi- possibilities in this exciting area, day were musically driven, utilizing both to the unchurched. I was reminded that lippians please contact Bob Erskine (610- traditional hymns and contemporary by bringing the word of God to the ♥ Kids Club for K-6. 775-7643) or Dorris McCoy. Christian music. The techniques used to unchurched, we fulfill the purpose of ► New ideas for new, additional edu- weave these musical styles into an uplift- God’s great design. These Speaker Ses- Approximately 55 friends and members cational ministries and activities are ing experience made me feel the spirit of sions made me laugh, cry, and examine have already registered---but there's room always welcomed by Linda Hope, the Lord to the core of my body. The mu- my faith. My faith grew over those four for that many more! For more info, contact CE Chair (610-670-9731), or Dorris sic lifted me up and invigorated my being days and my view of my purpose in this Coordinator, Sandi Rosencrans (610-376- McCoy, DCE. CE Committee and gave me energy needed to move world has changed. 2176), or Small Group Trainer, Jerry members also sought for CE pro- through the rest of the day. I learned Pawlikowski (610-678-3600). through these daily services that worship (Continued on page 9) gram development and planning.

8 17 The workshops I attended were related The nightly Concerts were not really JUNIOR FELLOWSHIP PLANNING LUNCH to the transition of the Church Service to “Concerts”. Yes, they were performed by AND LASER QUEST — October 10 one that is about the great I AM! The pri- leading contemporary Christian music From Tracy Goldsborough mary purpose of the Church Service is to artists, but it was worship. Most of these praise and uplift the word of God to the music artists today are praise worship Noon - Parent Meeting (one parent is asked to attend) and Pizza unchurched. Those who are already truly leaders or bands. They lead worship in in Social Hall worshiping in the context of the church churches every week. They revealed that are tasked with helping the unchurched in their own churches, it is hard to get 2 pm - Laser Quest find the word of God. How we praise and people to worship. It is a struggle to 3:30 pm - Parents must pick up child at Laser Quest uplift the word does not matter, as long reach the unchurched, but it is the pur- as it follows God’s design! God has set pose for which they have devoted their Bring a friend! If you have questions, call Tracy Goldsborough at 610-777-6991. the standard and as long as the Church lives. Several revealed that during their Service upholds the word of God, we services there are those who stand with will be in favor of God’s grace. I also their hands crossed and do not sing until noticed that the great things we are doing their “song” is sung. But in the end, they here at Lincoln Park UMC were being are all there to worship God! You’re Invited — put forward: Youth Fellowship Fall Kickoff • the development of small groups Late Night was late! We, as a group, within the church to support the spiri- only lightly acquainted ourselves with October 23 tual journey of the churched and the opportunities of Late Night. Late unchurched (ALPHA, Sunday Night was an opportunity to experience From Linda Lee School, study groups, Thursday Christian comedy, have an opportunity at Night Bible Study.) Christian Open Mic, experience a taste of The Youth Group (7th -12th grade) will have its fall kick- • the development of a mission state- Saddleback’s Gospel service, and dance off event with a Fall Festival at the Lee home. All youth and ment (vision) for the church that de- to Christian Swing. It provided a larger their families are invited for a hot dog roast and pumpkin fines the specific purpose of that perspective of how God’s design can be carving October 23, from 4—7 pm. church (Sharing and Seeking Christ.) present in many different experiences. • the development of new worship Hot dogs, rolls, drinks, items for s’mores, and pumpkins styles (Contemporary Service.) The most important thing I learned is will be provided. Every family is asked to bring a munchie or that we (LPUMC) are not alone in this side dish. RSVP to the Lees, 610-286-7533, and directions The primary focus was on providing desire to grow in faith and reach the will be provided upon request. the style of Church Service that is rele- unchurched! We are doing so much that vant to the unchurched. Whether it is in is right! We are growing in faith and, the style of dress, music, culture, lan- with any growth, there are growing guage, etc., if it uplifts and is faithful to pains. In the end, it is all about God, the God’s word, it will bring people into the great I Am. There will never be perfec- presence of God. tion on Earth, only in heaven with God.

16 9 New Ministry Begins A Prayer Ministry with a Personal Touch From Loreen Miller PARISH RESOURCE CENTER CHURCH The first meeting of the It was an uplifting time. We ANNOUNCES WORKSHOPS From Dorris McCoy SCHOOL Sacred Circle was held on were encouraged by one an- Tuesday, September 14, at FALL FOOD other's prayers and helpful The PARISH RRESOURCE CCENTER, an 7 pm, with five persons comments. If you are facing a ecumenical gathering place with people DRIVE attending. We shared difficult life issue and would and paper resources for church planning, prayer concerns around the like prayer, please join us. announces expansion of workshop op- From Dorris McCoy Holy Spirit Candle, which The next meeting of the Sa- portunities. If was a bit like sitting around a campfire cred Circle will be on Tuesday, Octo- you've been All Church School classes are cooper- without the marshmallows. (We plan to ber 12, in Room 103. Sessions start to the Park ating with LP's Missions Committee to use an additional accent lamp in the fu- promptly at 7 pm. City Mall in assist Central Park's Food Pantry & ture.) Lancaster, Soup Kitchen ministry. The Soup you're in the Kitchen's Food Pantry makes food avail- PRC's front able to needy persons in the Reading yard. Why not area. Be an Angel this Christmas stop in and The fuller their cupboards, the more From Barbara Wenger, Mission Committee Chair browse. Coming this fall are: families they can serve. Let's give them a hand. Needed items include: • The Mission Committee is looking for a special ∗ Discerning Your Congregation's Fu- all types of non-perishable foods archangel to help us with this year’s Christmas ture, led by Roy Oswald & Robert • cereals tree. The Angel Tree has been a rewarding, suc- Friedrich on October 25, 7-9:30 pm • canned and dried soups cessful annual project, shared by Lincoln Park ∗ Godly Play Storytelling, led by Kitty • meal and baked good mixes Church with the Salvation Army. Collier on October 5 (intro session), • pastas, macaroni

October 18 (Parables), & November • spaghetti sauces Some of the tasks: • ∗ 16 (Advent), all at 6:30 pm at the canned vegetables & fruits Set up two Christmas trees. PRC. ∗ All donations may be placed in Food Decorate them with ornaments with names of Drive boxes in the Education Building, recipients. Contact Dorris McCoy at the Church Social Hall, or Wagner Room. Anyone ∗ Deliver Christmas presents to the Salvation Office to attend (LP's Leadership Devel- wanting to help with delivery of items to Army on a particular day. opment funds at work). More details are Central Park Church, after the collection also available at the PRC (717-299- deadline of October 3, may contact 1113). Dorris McCoy, DCE, or Missions Chair, Barbara Wenger.

10 15 Lava Lava Island VBS Was a Huge Success Barev Dzez! An update from Karen Osika From Erika Garrity

June was an exciting time at Lincoln Park as our church was transformed into a ello Lincoln Park United Communities, also was very grateful to tropical island. Palm trees, volcanoes, grass huts, tropical flowers and hanging mon- Methodist Church members! receive a financial donation from the keys set the stage for a week-long adventure. The 50 children who attended Vacation I am a LPUMC member and I LPUMC missions committee to purchase Bible School were carried away by... recently returned from two 16 medical books for their new medical Hyears of U.S. Peace Corps service in Ar- resource library. The doctors and nurses ☺ uplifting songs menia. I had a wonderful experience, but in the region were excited to learn about ☺ fantastic bible stories played out in drama I am happy to be home. the new resources and stopped by the ☺ creative crafts to carry the message office frequently to look information up ☺ exciting games to promote fellowship I want to thank you for your continuous in the books. Many doctors had been re- ☺ tropical treats to nourish the body support, prayers, letters, lying on out-dated medical ☺ fun-loving Chadder who demonstrated how to live packages and assistance - information from the your faith in the context of the Survivor series. it was greatly appreciated! 1970's and 1980's. I wrote a The children had a fabulous time and so did the 40 The toothbrushes and note for the front of each youth and adults who gave their time. toothpaste that you col- book in Armenian and lected for me to take back English to let those who During the week the children and congregation brought offerings of $448. The First to Armenia last year were use the books know they Baptist Homework Study program received $200 and many boxes of books. The re- happily received by two were provided by the maining money was used toward VBS expenses. fourth and fifth grade LPUMC in Pennsylvania, classes in the village of USA, with warm wishes of The children also completed Daily Challenges, acts of kindness toward others. Zaritap, located in the health and happiness. A These acts included giving a compliment, making a bed without being asked, praying south-central region of Armenia. Along new Peace Corps volunteer was assigned with or for someone, and helping others. Each act of kindness allowed the child to add with the gifts, my Armenian counterpart, with Support to Communities for the a piece of “lava” to our volcano. The children were so excited with this activity that the Lusina Sarksian, a medical doctor, and I next two years and will be continuing to volcano was overflowing. It was a beautiful sight. taught the children about the importance assist them with their library, seminars Thank you to the congregation for your contributions to this summer’s VBS. All of brushing their teeth and the correct and future projects. donations and prayers were appreciated. God has greatly blessed us! way to do so. The kids really enjoyed the classes and greatly appreciated the gifts. So, thank you again for everything. Be- About 25% of the children in each class cause of you and LPUMC some children room claimed to have never owned a in Armenia are brushing their teeth daily Welcome Newcomers! toothbrush and about 50% of the children with their own toothbrush and tooth- We invite you to any meetings or activities you read about here. Please call had already had a permanent tooth pulled. paste, and doctors and nurses of the Vay- the church office, 610-777-1422, for names, phone numbers, information, Thank you for making a difference in ots Dzor region have up-dated medical or to speak with our pastor. If you'd like to receive News-Linc in the mail, their lives. resources to better serve their commu- just notify our secretary. Please join in at Lincoln Park! nity. Shat snoragalutjun - thank you very The NGO I worked with, Support to much from those in Armenia!

14 11 New Adventures for Steve Fallon, Cliff Flick From Cheri Fallon in Philadelphia. The department “provides logistics support for combat Join Me for a “It was the of cleft lip or palate is higher (normally 1 and peacetime missions of the military, most reward- in 750 births). “Pregnant mothers have such as repairing aircraft engines or pro- Mission Trip to ing surgical poor nutrition which contributes to the viding replacement parts for downed air- experience of higher occurrence,” says Steve. One of craft in Iraq. It also supports US humani- Honduras my resi- these children “is looking at a series of tarian and disaster-relief efforts, accord- dency,” says about five surgeries until he/she is 14.” ing to the departments Web site,” says Steve Fallon, The team worked long hours, 7 am – 7 Chris Sholly, in an article for the Leba- of his mission pm, then back to the hospital for post-op non Daily News. trip this sum- care, but it was well worth it in terms of Cliff, 44, had served as pastor in Ann- mer to Hondu- satisfaction. ville the last four years and in New Hol- ras. A gradu- “This was my first trip to a third world land after leaving Lincoln Park. He has ate of the University of PA’s School of country. Everyone should go to see how also served 21 years in the military, six in Dental Medicine, Steve is a fourth-year much we have in the US to be thankful active duty with the Air Force, the rest in oral and maxillofacial surgery resident for. They have nothing. The parents were the Air Force reserves. at the Medical College of Virginia in so thankful. To help them live a little bet- During his tenure at Annville, Cliff has Richmond. ter quality of life and smile for the first overseen a capital fund-raising campaign From Barbara Wenger With the support of the Friends of time is pretty powerful,” he says. to raise money for renovating the church Would you like to add some excite- Barnabas Foundation and a local Rich- Steve hopes to return to Honduras in nursery, for more parking, and for air- ment to your life? Something mean- mond church, his group of two doctors, March. Two websites with more infor- conditioning the sanctuary. Also, a sec- ingful, new, and spiritual, too? Would three nurses, two surgical assistants, mation are www.fobf.org (about the ond more contemporary service was you like to travel to a beautiful and and two auxiliary people from the Friends of Barnabas Foundation) and added. different country? church spent six days in the town of La www.aaoms.org (the American Associa- It was a difficult decision for Cliff, but I am hoping that someone will come Lima. tion of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery). he and his family will continue to live in along with me on a mission trip to They operated on 23 patients, ranging Annville, and he hopes to serve local UM Honduras, from January 11-22, 2005. in age from six months to 80 years. The opportunity for you to take a mis- pastors in their ministry. The Flicks’ two Participation does not require a skill Most were children from six months to sion trip to Honduras in January, children, Jennifer, a high school sopho- or a trade (though having one can be eight or nine years old. Eighteen of the 2005, is just a phone call away. See our more, and Jeremy, a 5th grader, will at- helpful.) But the ability to learn by cases were cleft lip or palate. related article on p. 13. tend school in Annville. watching can be an asset. You’ll need “We treat children all the time but Many good wishes to the Flicks! a passport and may be asked to carry these kids in their societies are outcasts. Our former Assistant Pastor, the Rev. some tools on the trip. There are a lot of false beliefs; some Clifford Flick, leaves his position at *Information for this article was Think on it! Pray about it! For more think they [children born with cleft pal- Annville United Methodist Church this gleaned from a piece in the Lebanon information, please contact Barbara ates] are acts of the devil.” month to work at the US Department of Daily News, written by Chris Sholly. Wenger, 610-777-0952. In this part of the world, the incidence Defense Logistics Agency Supply Center

12 13 New Adventures for Steve Fallon, Cliff Flick From Cheri Fallon in Philadelphia. The department “provides logistics support for combat Join Me for a “It was the of cleft lip or palate is higher (normally 1 and peacetime missions of the military, most reward- in 750 births). “Pregnant mothers have such as repairing aircraft engines or pro- Mission Trip to ing surgical poor nutrition which contributes to the viding replacement parts for downed air- experience of higher occurrence,” says Steve. One of craft in Iraq. It also supports US humani- Honduras my resi- these children “is looking at a series of tarian and disaster-relief efforts, accord- dency,” says about five surgeries until he/she is 14.” ing to the departments Web site,” says Steve Fallon, The team worked long hours, 7 am – 7 Chris Sholly, in an article for the Leba- of his mission pm, then back to the hospital for post-op non Daily News. trip this sum- care, but it was well worth it in terms of Cliff, 44, had served as pastor in Ann- mer to Hondu- satisfaction. ville the last four years and in New Hol- ras. A gradu- “This was my first trip to a third world land after leaving Lincoln Park. He has ate of the University of PA’s School of country. Everyone should go to see how also served 21 years in the military, six in Dental Medicine, Steve is a fourth-year much we have in the US to be thankful active duty with the Air Force, the rest in oral and maxillofacial surgery resident for. They have nothing. The parents were the Air Force reserves. at the Medical College of Virginia in so thankful. To help them live a little bet- During his tenure at Annville, Cliff has Richmond. ter quality of life and smile for the first overseen a capital fund-raising campaign From Barbara Wenger With the support of the Friends of time is pretty powerful,” he says. to raise money for renovating the church Would you like to add some excite- Barnabas Foundation and a local Rich- Steve hopes to return to Honduras in nursery, for more parking, and for air- ment to your life? Something mean- mond church, his group of two doctors, March. Two websites with more infor- conditioning the sanctuary. Also, a sec- ingful, new, and spiritual, too? Would three nurses, two surgical assistants, mation are www.fobf.org (about the ond more contemporary service was you like to travel to a beautiful and and two auxiliary people from the Friends of Barnabas Foundation) and added. different country? church spent six days in the town of La www.aaoms.org (the American Associa- It was a difficult decision for Cliff, but I am hoping that someone will come Lima. tion of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery). he and his family will continue to live in along with me on a mission trip to They operated on 23 patients, ranging Annville, and he hopes to serve local UM Honduras, from January 11-22, 2005. in age from six months to 80 years. The opportunity for you to take a mis- pastors in their ministry. The Flicks’ two Participation does not require a skill Most were children from six months to sion trip to Honduras in January, children, Jennifer, a high school sopho- or a trade (though having one can be eight or nine years old. Eighteen of the 2005, is just a phone call away. See our more, and Jeremy, a 5th grader, will at- helpful.) But the ability to learn by cases were cleft lip or palate. related article on p. 13. tend school in Annville. watching can be an asset. You’ll need “We treat children all the time but Many good wishes to the Flicks! a passport and may be asked to carry these kids in their societies are outcasts. Our former Assistant Pastor, the Rev. some tools on the trip. There are a lot of false beliefs; some Clifford Flick, leaves his position at *Information for this article was Think on it! Pray about it! For more think they [children born with cleft pal- Annville United Methodist Church this gleaned from a piece in the Lebanon information, please contact Barbara ates] are acts of the devil.” month to work at the US Department of Daily News, written by Chris Sholly. Wenger, 610-777-0952. In this part of the world, the incidence Defense Logistics Agency Supply Center

12 13 Lava Lava Island VBS Was a Huge Success Barev Dzez! An update from Karen Osika From Erika Garrity

14 11 New Ministry Begins A Prayer Ministry with a Personal Touch From Loreen Miller PARISH RESOURCE CENTER CHURCH The first meeting of the It was an uplifting time. We ANNOUNCES WORKSHOPS From Dorris McCoy SCHOOL Sacred Circle was held on were encouraged by one an- Tuesday, September 14, at FALL FOOD other's prayers and helpful The PARISH RRESOURCE CCENTER, an 7 pm, with five persons comments. If you are facing a ecumenical gathering place with people DRIVE attending. We shared difficult life issue and would and paper resources for church planning, prayer concerns around the like prayer, please join us. announces expansion of workshop op- From Dorris McCoy Holy Spirit Candle, which The next meeting of the Sa- portunities. If was a bit like sitting around a campfire cred Circle will be on Tuesday, Octo- you've been All Church School classes are cooper- without the marshmallows. (We plan to ber 12, in Room 103. Sessions start to the Park ating with LP's Missions Committee to use an additional accent lamp in the fu- promptly at 7 pm. City Mall in assist Central Park's Food Pantry & ture.) Lancaster, Soup Kitchen ministry. The Soup you're in the Kitchen's Food Pantry makes food avail- PRC's front able to needy persons in the Reading yard. Why not area. Be an Angel this Christmas stop in and The fuller their cupboards, the more From Barbara Wenger, Mission Committee Chair browse. Coming this fall are: families they can serve. Let's give them a hand. Needed items include: • The Mission Committee is looking for a special ∗ Discerning Your Congregation's Fu- all types of non-perishable foods archangel to help us with this year’s Christmas ture, led by Roy Oswald & Robert • cereals tree. The Angel Tree has been a rewarding, suc- Friedrich on October 25, 7-9:30 pm • canned and dried soups cessful annual project, shared by Lincoln Park ∗ Godly Play Storytelling, led by Kitty • meal and baked good mixes Church with the Salvation Army. Collier on October 5 (intro session), • pastas, macaroni

10 15 The workshops I attended were related The nightly Concerts were not really JUNIOR FELLOWSHIP PLANNING LUNCH to the transition of the Church Service to “Concerts”. Yes, they were performed by AND LASER QUEST — October 10 one that is about the great I AM! The pri- leading contemporary Christian music From Tracy Goldsborough mary purpose of the Church Service is to artists, but it was worship. Most of these praise and uplift the word of God to the music artists today are praise worship Noon - Parent Meeting (one parent is asked to attend) and Pizza unchurched. Those who are already truly leaders or bands. They lead worship in in Social Hall worshiping in the context of the church churches every week. They revealed that are tasked with helping the unchurched in their own churches, it is hard to get 2 pm - Laser Quest find the word of God. How we praise and people to worship. It is a struggle to 3:30 pm - Parents must pick up child at Laser Quest uplift the word does not matter, as long reach the unchurched, but it is the pur- as it follows God’s design! God has set pose for which they have devoted their Bring a friend! If you have questions, call Tracy Goldsborough at 610-777-6991. the standard and as long as the Church lives. Several revealed that during their Service upholds the word of God, we services there are those who stand with will be in favor of God’s grace. I also their hands crossed and do not sing until noticed that the great things we are doing their “song” is sung. But in the end, they here at Lincoln Park UMC were being are all there to worship God! You’re Invited — put forward: Youth Fellowship Fall Kickoff • the development of small groups Late Night was late! We, as a group, within the church to support the spiri- only lightly acquainted ourselves with October 23 tual journey of the churched and the opportunities of Late Night. Late unchurched (ALPHA, Sunday Night was an opportunity to experience From Linda Lee School, study groups, Thursday Christian comedy, have an opportunity at Night Bible Study.) Christian Open Mic, experience a taste of The Youth Group (7th -12th grade) will have its fall kick- • the development of a mission state- Saddleback’s Gospel service, and dance off event with a Fall Festival at the Lee home. All youth and ment (vision) for the church that de- to Christian Swing. It provided a larger their families are invited for a hot dog roast and pumpkin fines the specific purpose of that perspective of how God’s design can be carving October 23, from 4—7 pm. church (Sharing and Seeking Christ.) present in many different experiences. • the development of new worship Hot dogs, rolls, drinks, items for s’mores, and pumpkins styles (Contemporary Service.) The most important thing I learned is will be provided. Every family is asked to bring a munchie or that we (LPUMC) are not alone in this side dish. RSVP to the Lees, 610-286-7533, and directions The primary focus was on providing desire to grow in faith and reach the will be provided upon request. the style of Church Service that is rele- unchurched! We are doing so much that vant to the unchurched. Whether it is in is right! We are growing in faith and, the style of dress, music, culture, lan- with any growth, there are growing guage, etc., if it uplifts and is faithful to pains. In the end, it is all about God, the God’s word, it will bring people into the great I Am. There will never be perfec- presence of God. tion on Earth, only in heaven with God.

16 9 Purpose Driven Worship Conference NEW OPPORTUNITIES TO LEARN – PARTICIPATE – EXPERIENCE TEACH AND TRANSFORM From Bill Chadwick From Dorris McCoy

8 17 FALL CHURCH SCHOOL IS FOR EVERYONE 21st Annual From Dorris McCoy Laity Academy The Fall Church School Schedule is as discussion (thanks to Norm's gener- Provides Training follows: ous wit) centers on the weekly lectionary From Barbara Wenger, 9:30 am Scripture readings (see p. 2) upon which Christ Servant Minister • Adult Lectionary Class in the Church LP's worship is developed. A study re- From August 6-8, many United Meth- Library. source, Keeping Holy Time, with reflec- odists met at the Sheraton in Reading to • Mini-session in Room 101 after the tions and exegesis is provided for all par- gain knowledge and improve abilities for Contemporary Service's Children Mes- ticipants. Come, be challenged, enriched better serving their congregations. Speak- sage (for ages 3 through grade 3). Chil- and engaged in deepening your under- ers and study leaders emphasized the im- dren in grade 4 and above are encour- standing of God's Holy Word. portance of laity in the spiritual commu- aged to join with their families in wor- nity. ship. The Adult Faith & Life Class at 10:45 Participants take the Basic course first, Photos to be Taken for am is taught by Earl Hope. 10:45 am taught by Dr. J. Dennis Williams, and New Church Directories Their low-keyed searching for under the direction of Conference Direc- • Faith & Life Adult Class From Chad Chelius life's purpose presently takes tor of Christ Servant Ministries, George in the Church Library. Beginning SUNDAY, OCTOBER 17, them into L. Gregory Jones' J. Hollick, Jr., and then become local • Church School Classes there will be camera equipment in book, EVERYDAY MATTERS: Church Servants. The next year they can for Children & Youth in the Choir Room to begin taking pic- INTERSECTIONS OF LIFE choose a different course – The Power of the Education Building: tures for the new church directory. AND FAITH. L. Gregory Jones, Prayer, Worship and Music, Youth Adult BEGINNERS (3, 4 & 5 Someone will be there to take pic- noted scholar and church Ministry, or Visitation and Nurturing year olds) in Room 101 tures beginning with the start of the leader, is Dean & Professor at Ministry. All courses provide eight hours MIDDLERS (Grades 1, 2 first service at 8:15 am and extend- Duke University Divinity of training. Attendees receive certifi- & 3) in Room 104 ing through the end of the late ser- School. As we grapple with the chal- cates, to be signed by our District Super- JUNIORS (Grades 4, 5 & 6) in Room vice. lenges we all face, how do we connect intendent at Charge Conference. 102 The idea is to have people come at our faith in Christ with the everyday is- The Laity Academy, under the auspices YOUTH'S "Reel to Real" Se- intervals after each service on a first- sues that we think about, struggle with of the Board of Lay Ministry of the East- ries (Grades 7-12) in Room 103. come, first-served basis. This will and hope for, in our lives and in our ern PA Conference of the UM Church, happen each Sunday for approxi- world? The book contains brief reflec- was founded in 1983 at Albright College, Professional Infant and Toddler Care is mately four consecutive Sundays tions that originally appeared in the au- by Dr. Chuck Yrigoyen and Reta Bartow offered during all Christian Education depending on turnout. If necessary, thor's columns in the Christian Century. with the Rev. Kent Kroehler. Fallon options in the Preschool/Nursery Rooms. additional Sundays may be added. Each reflection invites questions, discus- Blaker, Marian Miller, and Dr. Mary Hopefully everyone will make sion and Biblical and spiritual growth. White have served as Deans. The Adult Lectionary Class at 9:30 themselves available during one of Join in---grow and be transformed in the If you are interested in attending in the am is taught by Norm and Nancy Det- those Sundays. Any questions, con- Christian faith knowing that every day future, contact Pastor Larry Carl. tra. This insightful and often humorous matters. tact Chad Chelius, 610-775-4651, or

18 7 CONFIRMATION CLASS ENROLLMENT INFORMATION Both the Mini-activity and graded Chil- Everything I Need dren's Church School opportunities use From Pastor Larry Carl to Know… Faith Weaver Curriculum resources from I learned from Noah’s Ark… Group Publishing, those creative folk Once again, confirmation class will be held for any we've grown to love at VBS. LP's Chris- young person who has completed at least the sixth grade. 1. Don’t miss the tian Education goal is that our program Classes will begin in early January, 2005, and continue boat. be R.E.A.L. R.E.A.L. Learning makes through May. Young people enrolled in the class are ex- life-change happen! 2. Remember we pected to attend class sessions, worship service and • R.---learning is Relational; learner- are all in the same church school. to-learner talk involves everyone, boat.

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6 19 Mission Committee Update From Barbara Wenger, Mission Committee Chair When the Mission Committee met on September 13, Pastor Larry led us in prayer Stewardship Thoughts asking God to guide us and touch those in need. one of my favorite passages of Scrip- From Pastor Larry Carl We donated: ture: I Peter 3:15b. I will often cite it † $200 for Reading/Berks Conference of Churches in prayer by asking that God will make “Have you ever † $200 for Reading Habitat for Humanity us ready always to give a word of testi- heard the expression, † $200 for SHARE mony . . .to the hope that is in us. True † $400 for Bishop’s Appeal for Hurricane Relief hope – based on faith in Jesus Christ – Beggars can’t be choosers? What is The Mission Committee and youth will collect food in October can only be expressed in the most posi- meant is that anyone for Central Park’s Food Ministry and Soup Kitchen. (See related article on p. 15.) tive way. The author of the epistle of who is in need should Alice Kase will conduct the Christmas Child program again this year. For more in- Peter says that we are to give our testi- be grateful for any- formation, please contact her, 610-777-7194. We discussed the upcoming Angel Tree mony with gentleness and reverence. thing that is given. with the Salvation Army. Keep your conscience clear, so that when you are maligned, those who He or she should not question or resent the quality of what is TEN THOUSAND VILLAGES: FALL 2004 abuse you for your good conduct in Christ may be put to shame. For it is given. The statement sometimes carries From Dorris McCoy with it an air of contempt for the person Shop fair trade! Invest in people and in your world community by shopping or better to suffer for doing good, if suf- fering should be God’s will, than to in need. It conveys the feeling that a dining at TEN THOUSAND VILLAGES in nearby Ephrata. This ministry of the Men- beggar is without dignity and power. nonite Relief Committee gives crafts persons worldwide the opportunity to sell suffer for doing evil. (I Peter 3:16-17, NRSV) Because this is true, people’s remedy their crafts at fairly-set prices and not only increase their income but improve their for beggars is usually in the form of living conditions. The Ephrata site also has African drumming workshops. Their I have little hope that the politicians scraps and leftovers – the easiest thing Nav Jiwan Tea Room prides itself in offering dishes made with fresh ingredients in our country are going to lead the to give. and seasonal organic produce. Their commitment is to quality and to serving a dif- way in being positive, but I do hope ferent country's cuisine each week. with all my heart that we in the Chris- God has never spoken to us who are spiritual beggars in that way. Though Beginning November 13, TEN THOUSAND VILLAGES also offers the opportunity tian community will take the lead in being positive about our faith, in our we are sinners, God remedied our situa- to give a Living Gift during this upcoming holiday season. Living Gifts speak the tion by giving us the finest that could be language of peace, as peace comes when everyone's most basic needs are met. speech to and about one another in our faith community and in the larger com- given . . .God’s Son! God gave from Loved ones can be honored with a different kind of holiday gift, a special "life- abundance, not from the leftovers. May giving" gift such as: munity that surrounds us. the gifts we present to God reflect the • Education for children in Pakistan best we have to give, not the least!” • Trees for reforestation in Haiti “Positively Yours,” • Housing materials in Appalachia • Health Care in Cambodia ---Laurence Keene • Warm blankets for families in Bangladesh. Call or visit the TEN THOUSAND VILLAGES shop for the Living Gifts brochure Pastor Larry (717-721-8400) or download at ephrata.tenthousandvillages.com for details. 20 5 From the Pastor’s Desk Hooray for Our Time and Talent Volunteers From Susie Romig From Pastor Larry Carl erhaps it’s just me, but it seems envisioned is a result of our Sin, our In our church kitchen a box marked SOUP as though this year’s presiden- separation from God. KITCHEN sits in a corner 365 days a year tial campaign is more negative awaiting any donations, from a can of beans Some critics of the church claim that and contentious than previous to a jar of fruit--anything non-perishable. we are always against things. Perhaps campaigns.P I wish the candidates would That box is emptied twice a month by our they are right! It is time that we speak state clearly what they believe and what two soup kitchen teams, and taken to Cen- out about what we believe, what we are they would do for citizens of the United tral Park UM Church for distribution to The Gundy team included Don and for, and what we are willing to do for the States and leave it at that. needy families. Here's the story of our soup Bepps Cutting, Ken Sensenig, and cause of the kingdom of kitchen teams. Eve Kintzer and for the last few years Why must there be so much God. You’ve probably has been Mary Gundy, Susie Romig, time and money wasted on For about 20 years our church has joined heard the story about the old Anna Mae Owens, Arlene Lentz, Jan bashing the other candidate? others in volunteering aid to Central Park to backwoodsman who just Ferree, and Hildamay Bartron. serve a noon meal to needy persons. Mary I have long wondered why came from church when he Sometime helpers are Nancy Dettra, and Sam Gundy and Gloria Kotzer have any of us must conduct our- was met by a friend. Where Nancy Lape, and Ray and June headed up our 2 teams. In the beginning it selves in such a fashion. What were you? asked the friend. Kirschman. As of September, Mary was just calling and asking if someone could is it about us that makes us I was in church, said the Gundy, Don Cutting, and Annamae help. denigrate someone else in or- backwoodsman. What did Owens have retired and Nancy and der to feel good about our- the reverend preach about? Finally, Jill Parke organized people into Carl Madiera now head the team. selves? asked his friend. He regular working teams. Central Park has had to hire a paid preached about sin, said the Gloria Kotzer's team includes Bunny I entered ministry as an ide- coordinator as the kitchen now serves man. What did he say about Carlson, Lee Riley, Mary Hodges (who alist. I truly believed it possi- approximately 130 people daily. Dona- it? asked the friend. He said started coming with Fran Moulton), and ble for us to construct a com- tions of food are always needed, and he was against it, said the Aletha Stehman and Paige DeAngelo-- munity that lived life by a dif- volunteers to Gloria's and the Madiera's backwoodsman. church friends but not members. Sometime ferent set of standards. I be- teams are more than welcome when a helpers are Nels and Ginny Freyling, Ruth lieve that’s what the early church was Perhaps we would join that preacher in team member is ill or away. Would Towles, and Tracy Goldsborough. about: to build a community where peo- being against sin. But what are we for? you like to help? ple lived in keeping with the teachings That’s the real question. How can we of Jesus Christ. If you read the New state positively what we believe and what Testament, you discover that early we envision God is calling us to be and The Lord doesn't ask about your ability, Christians were encouraged to live life do? in such a way in the most inhospitable only your availability; and if you prove If you have attended any meetings of circumstances. I am still an idealist! I where I have given the closing prayer your dependability, the Lord will increase your capability. believe our failure to realize the kind of you might have heard me refer to what is community the New Testament writers -Author Unknown

4 21 WORLD COMMUNION SUNDAY

Forgive me if I have today Done any wrong in work or play; Oh, help me always to do right And bless me every day and night. October 31 Amen.

22 3 WORSHIP IN OCTOBER From Pastor Larry Carl Lincoln Park’s Bulletin Board Sunday, October 3 – The 18th Sunday after Pentecost – News-Linc, monthly publication of Lincoln Park Community WORLD COMMUNION SUNDAY - Pastor Larry’s sermon will be News-Linc Deadline United Methodist Church, hopes to link you to your church with entitled No Fear, based on II Timothy 1:7, For God did not give information about its programs, plans, and people. Your comments and suggestions are welcome and may be left in the us a spirit of cowardice, but rather a spirit of power and of love October 14 newsletter mailbox by the church office. and of self-discipline. for our Our staff- Editor: Cheri Fallon , 610-678-8735 Sunday, October 10 – The 19th Sunday after Pentecost – The November Assistant Editor: Debbie Harvey Staff: Nancy Artz, Bunny Carlson, Ginny Freyling, Kathleen sermon will be entitled Approved, based on II Timothy 2:15, Do issue Hogg, Gloria Kotzer, Elaine Meckes, Suzanne Romig, Doris your best to present yourself to God as one approved by him, a Schucker, and Barbara Wenger worker who has no need to be ashamed, rightly explaining the word of truth. Change of address: Cornwall Manor Society Sunday, October 17 – The 20th Sunday after Pentecost – LAITY SUNDAY – The Ms Laura Bailey Harvest Bazaar & Open House message by Jerry Pawlikowski, Lay Leader, is entitled, In God We Trust? based on 15 Brook Ln Matthew 14:31, Immediately Jesus reached out his hand and caught him, ‘You of lit- Mohnton PA 19540 Saturday, Oct 2, 8 am—2 pm tle faith,’ he said, ‘Why do you doubt?’ Rain or Shine Mr & Mrs Russell Swinehart From Anna Mae Owens Sunday, October 24 – The 21st Sunday after Pentecost – One service at 10:15 Lorianne Swinehart Our church no longer has an active United 15 Laura Ct am— David Stahl’s Sacred Orchestra will be in concert, leading our worship. Methodist Women’s group, which for many Sinking Spring PA 19608-9695 years supported the bazaar; therefore

2 23 Inside this issue Washington, DC. He has played lead of the and recorded with many trumpet in the jazz/popular world greatest names Count -- Woody Herman, of music Basie, Buddy Rich, Frank Sinatra, and Liza Minnelli. Starting in 1999, Dave has combined his experience and talents with The Sa- great music the to play cred Orchestra of the church in worship services honoring and praising God. Dave led a service at Lincoln Park in November, now have an opportunity to 2000. We share again in this unique worship experience. 2,3,8,9 Worship p. Pictorial Directory 4 p. Pastor Carl From p. 7 Church Mouse p. 12-13 Food Drive Erika Garrity From 16 p. Youth Fellowship p. 11 p. 15 1

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