Waynesboro Church of the Brethren Newsletter
March 24, 2019
Pastor's Pen
One of the most misunderstood words in the English language may be “ambition.” On one hand we like people that are ambitious -folks with a little drive to get things done. We value self-starters - people who don't need to be micro-managed. Most of us prefer people who take the “bull by the horns” as opposed to someone that sits around watching the world go by. Can too much ambition be a bad thing? It certainly can be if the focus is on the position and not the task. In Mark 10 we find two brothers, James and John, coming to Jesus and asking Him if they could sit on each side of Jesus when they arrive in heaven. James and John are young ambitious men who have absolutely no idea what they are asking of Jesus. The timing of this event is also interesting. Jesus has just predicted His own death and very shortly will enter into Jerusalem and die for the redemption of humanity. Jesus answers the brothers question with a question. Jesus says, “Are you able to drink the cup that I will drink? Are you willing to be baptized by the means with which I will be baptized?” The other disciples learn of James and Johns arrogance and they become indignant with them. Jesus then gathers them together and says, “Whoever wishes to be first among you will be last, for even the Son of Man didn't come to be served, but to serve, and give His life a ransom to many.” Ambition is a good trait, even sometimes a Christian trait, as long as you do things for the good of Jesus and His people and don't walk on others to achieve a purpose. -Pastor John
Those serving you TodayDelivering the Message:
John Weber Worship Leader: Garrett Beaver Sunday School Greeter: Cindy Eaton Pre-Worship Greeter: Bev Pittman Visitor Center Volunteer: Bev Pittman Acolyte: Raeleigh Biser Sound Technician: Denny Bittinger Choir Director: John Johnson Organist/Pianist: Janet Smedley 
An acolyte signup sheet for June through December is posted on the bulletin board next to the elevator.
MARCH BIRTHDAYS
2 - Audrey Martin
5 - Steve Angle 5 - Kayla Baker 6 - Janet Smedley 7 - Bonnie Hoffman 10 - Alaina Baker 10 - Emily Hovis 13 - Alice Toms 15 - Doris Large 16 - Lisa Naugle 17 - Alice Bower 18 - Ron Bower 21 - Margie Behnke 23 - Adam Bittinger 23 - Mary Smith 23 - Ron Wolff 27 - Nancy Rouzer REGISTRATION IS OPEN AT CAMP EDER!
Have fun, have fun, HAVE FUN!
These are three rules we believe in strongly at Camp Eder! Check out the different camps! OUR SUMMER CAMP SCHEDULE IS UP AND REGISTRATION IS OPEN! REGISTER NOW! SPACE IS LIMITED! Above all, we, at Camp Eder, are about sharing the message of Jesus Christ and impacting communities everywhere with the hope we have in Him. We hope camp inspires you, encourages you, and uplifts you! www.campeder.org / ph. 717-642-8256 EVENTS @ CAMP EDER
January 25-27 - Winter Blast (Camp for kids 1-12 grades)
March 6 - Senior Day May 4 - Benefit Golf Tournament May 15 - Senior Day May 24-26 - Memorial Day Family Weekend June 10-11 - Women’s Camp June 9-14 - Summer Staff Training (CIT- 13-14) June 14 - Summer Staff Commissioning June 16-21 - Summer Camp Week 1 June 23-15 - Barefoot Camp June 25-27 - Shining Stars Camp July 7-12 - Summer Camp Week 2 July 14-19 - Summer Camp Week 3 July 21-26 - Summer Camp Week 4 July 28-August 2 - Summer Camp Week 5 August 14 - Senior Day October 19 - Fall Fest October 25-27 - Young Adult Backpacking Trip November 13 - Senior Day November 30 - Deck the Halls Family Day December 6-7 - Christmas Tree Festival Camp Eder Senior DaysMARCH 6 MAY 15 AUGUST 14 NOVEMBER 13
Camp Eder Senior Days are held throughout the year. A variety of activities are offered at Senior Days. Homestyle lunch, crafts, educational presentations, games, music and a number of special guests are some examples of what is offered.
PLEASE RSVP ! (717-642-8256) Cost is only $18. PROGRAM FOR SENIOR DAYS 9:30 a.m. - Meet and greet with continental breakfast 10:00 a.m. - Morning Program 12:00 p.m. - Delicious Lunch 1:00 p.m. - Afternoon program DISTRICT CONFERENCE 2019
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LENTEN CHAPEL SERVICES PREACHING SCHEDULE Waynesboro Church of the Brethren 117 South Church Street Waynesboro, PA Widdowson Chapel 7:00 p.m. March 14 - John Weber, Pastor at Waynesboro Church of the Brethren “A Sabbath Healing” Mark 3:1-6Music by “Old School Gospel Quartet” Light refreshments served following service.
March 21 - Lin Smalec, Pastor at Salem Reformed Church, Waynesboro “Love Your Enemies” Luke 6:27-36
March 28 - Steve Hess, Pastor at East Cocalico Church of the Brethren “Unbelieving Towns” Matthew 10:5-15
April 4 - Jesse Miles, Pastor from Waynesboro Church of the Brethren who has served as Interim Minister throughout Pennsylvania and Maryland“The Rich Man and Lazar
Luke 16:19-31 April 11 - Greg Jones, former Pastor at West York Church of the Brethren “All Things are Possible”
Mark 10:17-31 
Waynesboro COB
Fellowship Hall Saturday, April 13, 2019 Theme: “Buttons, Bows, and Blessings” Inspirational Speaker: Debbie Perry Grady Event catered by GT Catering MENU: Turkey and Dressing, green beans, mashed potatoes and gravy, apple sauce, salad, rolls/butter, coffee/tea, cold beverage and desser
COST: Adults - $15.00
Children - 4-10 - $10.00 3 and under - free Tickets are available from Women’s Ministry Leadership: Sue Bock Sandy Koziel Sandy Pruszko Susan McBride Bev Pittman Maryellen Burker Carolyn Poffenberger LEARNINGS FROM AFRICA! A Talk/Slideshow Presentation
The Women’s Ministry has invited Pastor Marla Abe to come and speak to our congregation about her many experiences as a Brethren teacher in Haiti, Spain, the Dominican Republic and in the Great Lakes Africa. Her passions came from childhood and she was instrumental in helping start the Church of the Brethren in Rwanda and worked with the Brethren in the Democratic Republic of the Congo to help form the Great Lakes Africa churches. She is the fourth child, born to missionaries in Lassa, Nigeria and came to the United States as a 10 year old child. Marla has quite a story to tell and we are looking forward to her talk which will be accompanied with slides of the places she has lived and worked. Marla will be talking with us Saturday, March 30th at 10:30 a.m. in our church chapel. This presentation is free of charge and open to everyone - men, women, and youth. Her talk will last approximately 30-45 minutes followed by a question and answer period. Pastor Marla Abe is a vibrant and capable individual with many talents as you will realize DEACON
HOSPITAL VISITATION MARCH TUESDAY: Paul & Margie Behnke FRIDAY: Sue Bock UNDERSHEPHERD SCHEDULE
MARCH Sue Bock Charlotte Malcolm Carolyn Carson Susan McBride SO PA DISTRICT
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