This Sunday
Last week we discussed what it means to be "Shepherded by God" and learned that healing, wholeness, and protection comes through our willingness to listen and obey the voice of our loving Father. Join us this Sunday as Senior Pastor Brian Coles shares Part 3 of our Ezekiel Series with a message titled "Dead Things to Life."
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Songs This Sunday - Doxology (Amen), All To Him, Firm Foundation (He Won't), Sometimes By Step, Glory Honor Power
BELONG: The Journey -The focus this Sunday will be on “Serve.” Discover your God given purpose and how your gifts and passions fit right into our Petra family! Join us in the BELONG Room at 11:30 a.m.
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Upcoming Church-Wide Events |
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Water Baptism
Come out and celebrate with us as 20 brothers and sisters in Christ are receiving water baptism at the New Holland Pool this Sunday at 8 p.m.! They are Andrew Beiler, Cheyton Boll, Rolly Burkholder, Yavneah Donabie, Clayton Eberly, Lakely Esh, Dominick Griffy, Ella Haller, William Kauffman, Orpha King, Nathaniel Lantz, Kase Martin, David Mortimer, Samantha Reed, Caleb Shuman, Ivan Smucker, Britton Stoltzfus, Jaiden Stoltzfus, Greg Young and Cory Zimmerman. Everyone is welcome to arrive at 6:30 p.m. and swim free of charge until 8 p.m. and then again after baptism until 9:30 p.m. Sign in when you arrive. Light refreshments of fruit, veggies, chips, and drinks will be provided.
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Child Dedication
If you desire to make a public declaration that your child (or children) will be raised according to God's word and ways, be sure to register for our upcoming Child Dedication on Sunday, July 31. please register below by next Friday, July 22.
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Summer Picnic
Senior Adults are invited to a summer picnic at Brubaker Park - Beaver Lodge, next Saturday, July 23, at 5 p.m. Come out for an evening of food, games, and fellowship! Barbecue sandwiches will be provided. Please bring along your favorite dish to share as well as a game or two. No need to register!
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Save the Date!
Senior adults are invited to a Barnstormers game with Hess’s BBQ on Tuesday, August 23, at the Clipper Magazine Stadium in Lancaster. The doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the game begins at 6:30. Tickets are $28 per person and are available on a "first come, first serve" basis. Be on the lookout for the registration link!
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Cruise In
Petra's 13th annual Cruise In is happening on Sunday, July 31, from 1 to 4 p.m., rain or shine! There will be over 200 vehicles on display including cars, trucks, motorcycles, rat rods, and semis. Join us for an afternoon filled with music, door prizes, food trucks, and lots of family fun! Admission is free. We would love to see you there!
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Join us for the Widows Potluck this Sunday, July 17, from 1-5 p.m. in the Petra Loft for a special time of fellowship and connecting with one another. We will be planning for future events so come prepared with fresh ideas! Also bring your favorite covered dish to share. No registration is required.
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Starting Friday, September 16, join hundreds of wholeheartedly committed men and women for the 2022 Pure Desire Summit! Continue the conversation about sexual purity and learn how past trauma affects relationships. Hear from keynote speakers and connect with others while you learn alongside them. This 2-day Summit is for anyone who's led or been a part of any Pure Desire group or anyone who is passionate about helping others seek sexual purity. Petra Church is excited to announce that we will be a Host-Site for this Friday and Saturday event. Register now to reserve your seat!
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Last Chance!
Hopewell's Junior High Summer Camp runs next week, July 18-22, and there are just a few spots still available! If your child has completed grades 6-8 and wants to encounter God in a way like never before, visit the Hopewell Summer Camps website to register, ASAP!
Scholarship assistance for Petra families is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Please check with Pastor Ken about assistance for the Junior High Camp.
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Mission Prayer Focus
Barbara Stoltzfus is a Petra associate missionary ministering to the indigenous peoples of the Petén region of Guatemala. Pray for strength, encouragement, and wisdom for her as she shares God’s love with the people in various practical ways.
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Fundraiser Meal
Join InSTEP Ministries International for a Pierogi Fest Fundraiser Meal supporting their ministry on Sunday, August 7 from 4:30-8 p.m. right here at Petra Church. After the meal, there will be a program that includes an update on how InSTEP Ministries has been helping Ukrainian refugees as well as a word from guest speakers Pastor Daniel and his wife, Agnieszka Janik, from Poland. There are special activities planned for children so be sure to bring the whole family! Registration is $10 and ends on August 3. Space is limited so be sure to register ASAP!
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God is on the move within our community, and we invite you to be a part of the movement! Join us in the Sanctuary every Saturday from 7-8 p.m. for a time of prayer and intercession over our families, community, and regions. Unable to come in person? Join us via Zoom. If you have the Zoom App, use the meeting ID 495 378 0436.
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Weddings
Congratulations to Rhoda Esh and D.J. Esh who united in marriage on July 8!
Birth
Congratulations to Zach and Rachel Leaman on the birth of their son, Grady James, who came into the world on July 5!
Sympathy
Our sister Sandie Painter, transitioned to her heavenly home on July 5. She was residing in Bennington Glen, OH with family. We extend prayers and sympathy to Hunter and the family during this time.
Our prayers and sympathy to Manny Lapp and his family upon the death of his father on July 7.
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PETRA FAMILY NEWS (cont.)
Our love and sympathy to Erma and her husband Ervin Miller and their family upon the death of her mother on July 11.
LAST WEEK UPDATE
July 10, 2022
Attendance
1,542
General Fund
Weekly Budget:
$70,192
Last Week's Giving:
$78,056
Building Fund
$319
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