Waynesboro Church of the Brethren Newsletter
May 27, 2018
Pastor's Pen
This week is a difficult one. This week we say good-bye to Patti Divelbiss. Patti as been our Choir Director for the past six years. She has performed her tasks faithfully and admirably. We will miss her. Patti has been influential in my work as a minister and has been very helpful in worship planning. We'll also miss Patti's husband Mark. In six short years Mark has become our churches unofficial “Social Director,” speaking to anybody and everybody on a myriad of subjects. One time Mark confided to me that he doesn't always know what he's talking about. This came as quite a shock. Mark and I went out for coffee almost every Monday morning. We discussed important social issues like baseball, food, and road construction. I'm one of the few people who looked forward to Monday mornings. I am thankful for Mark and Patti's friendship. Fittingly our message today is from 2nd Peter and it's entitled “Parting Shots.” Peter warns the early church against false teachers. These were leaders in various churches that were preaching a foreign Gospel other than that of Jesus Christ. Peter was concerned as he reached the end of his life for the direction of the fledgling church. Many of the first hand witnesses of Jesus Christ's ministry had died or been put to death. So as this happens Peter's concern is for the safety of his flock. He tells them, “Beware of wolves in sheep clothing who bring destructive heresies.” Peter's warning rings true today as well. Many churches today fail to preach about sins destruction and we see the results of this negligence. Without coming to terms with our own sins, we cannot be forgiven. Salvation cannot be recognized without repentance. This is why we need to read the Bible and hold our teachers and preaches accountable for what they say. Have a Happy Memorial Day. –Pastor John
Those serving you TodayDelivering the Message:
John Weber Worship Leader: Annette Warrenfeltz-Rentfrow Sunday School Greeter: Bob Snader Pre-Worship Greeters: Denny & Jonell Bittinger Crib Nursery-Church Hour: Jonell Bittinger Acolyte: T.J. Cox Sound Technician: Noah Weber Choir Director: Patti Divelbiss Organist: Janet Smedley PRAYER LIST:
Bill McFerrin, Bonnie Royer, Heidi Stahl, Gail Schmeisser, Sean Harper, Louise McLucas, Jamie Stevens, Nancy Kercheval, Joyce Stevenson, Chrissy Kulp, Brad Smith, Betty Wolfe
DEACON
HOSPITAL VISITATION JUNE Tuesday: Emily Angle Friday: Sue Bock UNDERSHEPHERD
VISITATION - JUNE Carolyn Poffenberger Barb Wolff Susie Miller JUNE BIRTHDAYS
1 - Jessica Gress
1 - Lori Kennell 4 - Jared Baker 5 - Angie Baker 6 - Naomi Gress 8 - Lou Messler 9 - Kay McCabe 9 - Kelsey Bittinger 13 - David Snader 14 - Becky Butts 15 - Cindy Eaton 15 - Donna Rebuck 26 - Susan McBride 26 - McKenzie Bittinger 26 - Joy Shatzer 27 - John D. Rinehart 30 - Julie Biser 30 - Kim Miles 70th ANNUAL WOMEN’S CAMP RETREAT
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LADIES - Tickets for the Women’s June Breakfast at Keystone Family Restaurant, June 16th are available from Women’s Ministry members. Cost: $11.00. Guest Speaker: Franklin D. Roosevelt.
The choir is taking a well deserved break and I am once again coordinating special music. If you have a musical talent you would like to share, please contact Beth Cox.
ALL GUEST MUSICIANS MUST BE SCHEDULED THROUGH BETH. VISITING FIRST TIME
WORSHIPERS MAY Barb Wolff UNDERSHEPHERD
VISITATION MAY Carolyn Poffenberger Barb Wolff, Susie Miller DEACON HOSPITAL VISITATION MAY Tuesday: Bonnie Hoffman Friday; Steve & Marty Angle MAY BIRTHDAYS
2 - Katie Behnke
2 - Wayne Knepper 2 - Don Miner 5 - Denny Bittinger 10 - Prue Yelinek 14 - Jean Carson 15 - Harold Mumma 19 - Ali Behnke 19 - Lucille Pryor 21 - Linda Kennedy 24 - Ray Long 25 - Robin Flegel 26 - Joanna Helfrick 27 - Carol Henicle 27 - Lori Shaffer 29 - John Weber Upcoming EventsMAY:
TH/24: T.O.P.S. - 8:15 a.m. TH/31: T.O.P.S. - 8:15 a.m. JUNE: SU/ 3: Summer Schedule Begins: 9:00 a.m. Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Worship TU/ 5: Nurture Team - 6:45 p.m. TH/ 7: TOPS - 8:15 a.m. W/ 13: Prayer Session - Chapel - 10:00-10:45 a.m. TH/14: TOPS - 8:15 a.m. SA/16: Women’s June Breakfast -Keystone Family Restaurant 9:00-11:00 a.m. TH/21: TOPS - 8:15 a.m. SU/24: Bible School-5:30-8:30 p.m. M /25: Bible School-5:30-8:30p.m. TU/26: Bible School-5:30-8:30p.m. W /27: Prayer Session - Chapel -10:00-10:45 a.m. W/27: Bible School-5:30-8:30p.m. TH/28: Bible School-5:30-8:30p.m. TH/28: TOPS - 8:15 a.m. A NOTE OF THANKS TO THE DEACON TEAM
Just a note to thank you for your very warm welcome and the thoughtful gift. It’s a constant reminder of your hospitality and friendly congregation. If only more churches would follow your example and show that no visitor is a stranger but a welcome worshiper. Sincerely, Lois K. Smith, Duncansville, PA THANK YOU - I would like to thank everyone for their thoughts, prayers and cards during my recent treatments. The caring baskets from the Women’s Ministry and ushers were much appreciated. The various items helped me pass the long days at home. Look forward to seeing everyone in church soon. Greg Baker
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