Waynesboro Church of the Brethren Weekly Newsletter

August 3, 2014

Psalm 145:14  The LORD upholds all who are falling, and raises up all who are bowed down. (NRSV)A Bible passage from the God’s Story/Our Story reading this Sunday that has important words for us today.  Words we should hold close to our hearts.  We should strive to remember times of troubles. Here we have the assurance, His assurance, that God is there for us when we need him .  When we are troubled, when we suffer, He is there.  He will be there to hold us, to provide His comforting embrace. See this image with your mind’s eye.  Life has tripped you up. You have fallen on hard times.  Things seem to be the worst for you. And there is the Father there to help you up again.  To pick you up and dust you off and set you back on the road of your life. Keep these words with you.  Remember them.  He is always near. Blessings, Pastor Jesse

Those serving you today:

Delivering the Message:
Jesse Miles
Sunday School Greeter:
Mary Jean Bechard   
Worship Greeter:
Emily Angle
Crib Nursery:
Lisa Naugle & Jean Harbaugh
Church Hour Nursery:
Frank & Lois Mentzer
Acolyte:
Shade Naugle
Sound Technician:
Shade Naugle
Choir Director:
Patti Divelbiss
Organist:
Janet Smedley

PICNIC IN THE PARK
AUGUST 16, 2014
2:00-6:00 p.m.

Please keep this date open!  Volunteers are needed for the Hospitality tent, transport items to Memorial Park, set-up and tear-down.  See you on August 16th at Picnic In The Park!
UNDERSHEPHERDS
July, August, & September
Carolyn Carson,  Joann Baker
Charlotte Malcolm, Sue Bock

AUGUST BIRTHDAYS

  1 - Anthony Bittinger 
  5 - Tammy Biser
  8 - Amber Brewer
  8 - Nikki Newcomer
  9 - Isabelle Darrough
11 - Ruby Bragunier
12 - Emily Angle
12 - Jennifer Simmers
14 - Nancy Creager
14 - Barbara Kercheval
16 - Dan Bock
18 - Kaden Rouzer
18 - Bodie Rouzer
20 - Morgan Gilliland
20 - Susie Miller
21 - Mary Kahl
25 - Chris Cox
25 - Jenny Martin
27 - James Barciz
29 - Ryan Shank
30 - Stephanie Behnke
30 - Emma Warren
31 - Debbie Smith

FAMILY FUN NIGHT ACTIVITIES
FOR 2014

Sunday, March 16, 6- 8 p.m. Bowling at Sunshine Lanes
Sunday, May 18, 6-8 p.m. Game Night/IceCream Social
Sunday, June 8, 6-8 p.m. Funcastle
Sunday, July 13, 5-8 Pool Party
Sunday, September 14, 5-8 p.m. All Church Picnic at Rotary Park
Sunday, October 12, 6-8 p.m. Hayride/?Bonfire
Sunday, November 9, 2-4 p.m. Service Project
Sunday, December 14, Immediately after Church, All Church Christmas carry in dinner
No activities in April due to Living Last Supper Drama
No acyivities in August do to Picnic in the Park

MARK YOUR CALENDAR!
BRETHREN BBQ, CAR SHOW & AUCTION

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The Brethren Home will be holding their 54th Annual Chicken BBQ, Car Show & Auction on Saturday, August 9th, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.  There’s something for everyone: chicken, the other food, the books and crafts, the classic cars, the music, or the auction and admission and parking are always free.  Most activities take place near the pond, but others are in the Nicarry Meeting House and at Harmony Ridge.  Make plans to attend this event and invite your family, friends and neighbors.

Camp Eder’s 2nd Tea-Lightful Celebration

Saturday, September 6, 2014
12:00-3:00 p.m.
Fee:  $35 per person
Ladies and Gentlemen ages 12 and up welcome to attend!
Inspirational Speaker and Author Nancy Shoap
Live music performed by Celtic Harpist, Sharon Knowles
Registration forms are posted on the lobby bulletin board.  Please R.S.V.P. with payment no later than August 22nd. 

NEWS FROM CAMP EDER
2014 Camp Eder Fall Scrapbook Retreat
September 26-28, 2014

Come to Camp Eder for a wonderful weekend of Scrapbooking and relaxation.  The hostess for this event will be Jennifer Coale. Arrive on Friday anytime after 6:00 p.m.  Head home on Sunday after lunch.  Two nights of lodging and five meals in one low price of $105 per person.  Overnight accommodations in Tree of Peace Lodge are limited - Geigley Dorms will be used for overflow.
Things to Bring:
Þ Scrapbooking supplies
Þ Snacks and stories to share
Þ Crafty friends
Þ Linens for sleeping
Call for more information or to register by phone (717-642-8256).  Registration forms are also posted on the lobby bulletin board.  Deduct $10 from registration if postmarked by July 31, 2014.

PRAYER LIST:

Mary Messler, Joanie Gerber, Louise Nogle, Steve Naugle, Ginny & Darwin Stover, Edith Lampe, Lois Mentzer, Lucille Beckenbaugh, Lindsey Hoover, Angie Minnick, Barry Spessard, Joseph Spangler, Carol Schorn, Ben Angle, David Angle, Arlene Kline, Jennifer Hitchcock, Mark Hollen, Tim Byers, Margie Byers, Kay McCabe, Ted Helm, Patricia Haugh Overcash, Tina Hovis

Inspirational Prayers

Who Shall We Help Today
Poet: John McLeod, © 1982
Who shall we help today, my friends,
Who shall we help today?
A poor-man passing in the road
A word to ease his way?
A kindly thought, a friendly deed
A smile so freely given?
These are the treasures all may give
These are the keys to heaven!
Who shall we help today, my friends,
Who shall we help today?
A sad soul in distress perhaps?
Kneel with that soul and pray;
Show him the love our Father showed
In the way His son was given:
These are the gifts all have to give,
These are the keys to heaven!
Who shall we help today, my friends,
Who shall we help today?
The lame, the sick, all those in need?
So much that one can say
And do to help another's pain
In love's compassion given,
Yours is the gift of giving, friend,
Yours are the keys to heaven!

A CALL TO PRAYER
AND FASTING

EYN (Church of the Brethren in Nigeria) leaders have asked for fasting and prayer for the plight of the church and the people of Nigeria.  A time of prayer and fasting will begin August 17th through August 24th.  May we be the body of Christ together as we pray and fast for peace and reconciliation.

Upcoming Events

AUGUST:
TU/ 5: Nurture Team - 6:45 p.m.
SA/ 9: Brethren Home BBQ, Car Show, & Auction -
9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
SA/16: Picnic in the Park - 2:00-6:00 p.m.
SU/17: Children’s Church
TU/19: Communication’s Team - 6:45 p.m.
SU/24: Christian Education Week (August 24-29)
SU/24: Children’s Carnival
W /27: Senior Citizen Day @ Camp Eder
W /27: Choir - 7:00 p.m.

SEPTEMBER:
M /  1: Labor Day
TU/ 2: Nurture Team - 6:45 p.m.
W / 3: Choir - 7:00 p.m.
SA/ 6: High Tea @ Camp Eder - 12:00-3:00 p.m.
SU/ 7: Fall Schedule Begins - Sunday School - 9:30 a.m.
Worship - 10:40 a.m.
TU/ 9: Leadership Team - 6:30 p.m.
W /10: Choir - 7:00 p.m.
SA/13: Lumber Jack Work Day @ Camp Eder
SA/13: Men’s Fellowship - Parlor House - 8:00 a.m.
SA/13: Women’s Breakfast - Parlor House - 8:00 a.m.
SA/13: Children’s Theater Troupe - 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
SU/14: Family Fun Night - All-Church Picnic @ Rotary
Park - 5:00-8:00 p.m.
M /15: Children’s Theater Troupe - 6:00-9:00 p.m.
TU/16: Communications Team - 6:45 p.m.
W /17: Choir - 7:00 p.m.
TH/18: Children’s Theater Troupe - 6:00-9:00 p.m.
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In August, the Children's Church offering will be focused on making school kits for CHURCH WORLD SERVICE. Each school kit requires the following:
· One pair of blunt metal scissors (rounded tip)
· Three 70-count spiral notebooks or notebooks totaling 200-210 pages (no loose-leaf or filler paper)
· One 30-centimeter ruler (12")
· One hand-held pencil sharpener
· One large eraser
· Six new pencils with erasers
· One box of 24 crayons (only 24)
· One 12" x 14" to 14" x 17" finished size cotton or lightweight canvas bag with cloth handles. (Please, no reusable shopping bags or backpacks.)
If you wish to participate, please send "item" offerings with your children rather than monetary offerings throughout August 17. Any adult wishing to participate in this service activity is welcomed - please see Steph Behnke to make donations. The Children's Church will be meeting after August 17 (date will be announced later) to assemble and ship the kits to CWS. Please contact Steph Behnke if you have any questions. Thank-you for supporting this service project!
Dear Church Family:
My sincere thanks for your support and prayers lifted on behalf of my brother Robert Byers during his illness and after his passing.  Your kind words of sympathy and the many beautiful cards I received were very much appreciated.  I ask for your continued prayers for his son Tim who continues his struggle at South Mountain Restoration Center with Lou Gehrig’s Disease.  If anyone wishes to support Tim with a “thinking of you” card it would make him so happy to know people care and I would also appreciate your love and support.  His address is:
Timothy Byers—Sixth Floor
South Mountain Restoration Center
10058 South Mountain Road
South Mountain, PA  17261
Sign your name and just say “Aunt Josie’s Church Family.”
Thank you, Josie Stitely