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BELONG: The focus of our BELONG journey this Sunday is on "The Holy Spirit." Come to the BELONG Room at 9:30 or 11:30 a.m. to find out more about how Jesus’ disciples interacted with the Holy Spirit and how we can relate to the Spirit today!
SONGS - The Steadfast Love, One Thing Remains, Where I'm Standing Now, Great Is Thy Faithfulness
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THIS SUNDAY: We'd love to see you at Part 5 of our "God is Our Refuge" series as we unravel how all the ways of the Lord are loving. Lead Pastor Brian Coles will bring us an encouraging message titled, "God is Faithful."
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Fundraiser Meal - There's a chicken noodle soup fundraiser meal this Sunday on behalf of the Petra Prayer and Ministry Team traveling to Romania in March! Take-outs will be available after the 9 a.m. service.
This team, led by Janice Baldauf, will be praying over and ministering to pastors, youth leaders, marketplace leaders, evangelists, groups of women, and those who have not yet heard the Good News of Jesus!
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Petra Memorial Park - Petra Memorial Park is not only a final resting place but a place where lives are celebrated and honored! If you've been considering the purchase of a burial plot at our Memorial Park, there will be a table in the Atrium this Sunday with packets of information you can review, or you find out more below!
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A Note From Pastor Ken!
I am delighted to be back from my two-month sabbatical! Many of you have asked about my travels to Europe, Kenya, and Florida. I find it difficult to describe what actually happened during my time of rest and adventure. All I can say is that it was amazing! My heart is full of gratitude for the season I had of enrichment, adventure, and rest. Thank you to everyone for their prayers, encouragement, and financial support. Your support was a huge blessing, and I appreciate it more than words can even express! Thank you, and blessings!
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Water Baptism
Baptism is for anyone ten years or older who is ready to publicly declare that they have chosen to die to themselves and live a new life in Christ. This includes those who were too young to understand a previous baptism or those who have made a re-commitment to Christ and wish to be baptized a second time. Our next water baptism is on Sunday, March 12. If interested, please plan to attend a class either this Sunday at 9 a.m. or next Sunday at 11 a.m. Classes will meet in North 115, down the hall beside the North Entrance. Register below or at the Resource Hub!
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Saturday Night Prayer
We believe that prayer is POWERFUL. This is just a reminder of all the prayer opportunities we offer throughout the week! One we want to highlight is Saturday Night Prayer. This group meets every Saturday night at 7 in the Sanctuary. If you can't make it in person, there is also an option to Zoom in. This is a time of prayer for God’s presence to invade our lives and for happenings here at Petra and beyond!
Check out our other prayer group opportunities below!
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Pinewood Derby Races
The race is on! Next Saturday, we are hosting the 2023 Pinewood Derby right here at Petra! Come out to see the creative cars and experience the thrill of the races!
Doors open on Saturday, March 4, at 8 a.m., and the races start at 10. While you're there, head to the concession stand for breakfast sandwiches, hot dogs, walking tacos, popcorn, beverages, and baked goods. All proceeds from the concession stand will go toward the EDGE 78 summer mission trip.
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Kids' Palm Sunday Choir
Hey parents of Elementary Kingdom Kids (Kindergarten-Grade 4)! We are switching things up this year and are having a “Palm Sunday” children’s choir on April 2. Registration is only open for 1 week because we need to get started right away with our first practice on March 5!
Details:
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Register your child/children below.
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Practice Dates are March 5, March 19, and March 26. There is no practice on March 12 as it is baptism Sunday and there is no Children’s Church.
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Attendance is important! You must be able to attend 3 practices! Please talk to Pastor Andrea if you do not think you will be able to attend all 3 practices!
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Practices are on Sunday mornings during the service. Children only need to attend either the 9 or 11 a.m. service, not both.
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Time Commitment on Palm Sunday would be 8:45 -11:30 a.m. Your child must be available for both services...more details to come!
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Middle School Mission Trip
Seventh and Eighth Graders will participate on Kingdom Teams (K-teams) alongside Eastern Mennonite Missions. They will be staying at Millstream Hall at Lancaster Mennonite School. K-teams will partner with the Migrant Education Program Summer Camps, which focus on serving refugees and immigrants in Lancaster alongside local churches and others involved with the growing refugee population.
The dates of the trip are July 24-28.
A typical day includes discipleship training, worship, and teaching in the morning, followed by outreach with refugee youth in the afternoon, debriefing, outreach prep, and free time in the evening after dinner.
The cost of the trip is $400. A $50 registration fee is due at the time of registration. Proceeds from the Pinewood Derby and a fundraiser meal will help offset the balance of the trip.
This trip is first come, first serve. Please register by TOMORROW.
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High School Mission Trips
Registration for the High School Mission trips closes tomorrow! Three trips are available.
Step #1 - YWAM Richmond
July 23-28
*Available to all high school students
Step # 2 - NYSUM (New York School of Urban Ministry)
July 24-29
*Available to students who have experienced step 1 of Petra HS missions.
Step # 3 - Mexico
July 6-15
*Available to students who have experienced steps 1 and 2 of Petra HS missions.
*Preference will be given to regular attenders
A $100 non-refundable registration fee is due at the time of registration. Proceeds from the mulch fundraiser and fundraiser meal will help offset the cost of any balance due. All balances will be due in July.
Registration is first come, first serve. Please register by TOMORROW.
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Youth Bible Quizzing
Bible Quizzing will be at Weaverland this Sunday beginning at 6:30 p.m. The focus will be on Exodus 23:20-24 and 31:12-33.
Come on out to cheer on our 38 quizzers! To check the standings, see below.
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Lipstick and Crayons
Is a Fellowship for Moms and Children. This week is "Fellowship Morning." Join us this Wednesday at 9:15 a.m. in the Oasis to enjoy a morning of connection and encouragement over breakfast and coffee. We will take time to soak in the refreshment that comes from relationships with other women! Enter at the East Entrance.
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Chili & Movie Night
Senior Adults ages 62 and up are invited to a Chili Dinner and Movie Night next Saturday, March 4, at 6 p.m. in the Café. Come out to enjoy homemade chili, bread, and ice cream for dessert! No need to register; just come on out! Please enter at the gym entrance. Donations will be received at the event.
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Missionary Prayer Focus
Randy & Bonnie Martin are Petra missionaries serving with Preparing The Way Ministries in East Africa. There, they focus on evangelism and community empowerment ministry. Pray for God’s favor, anointing, and wisdom as they discern God’s priorities in their ministry. Also, pray for God’s provision over them as they continue to serve in their calling.
They are the featured Text-to-Give missionaries this week. Text PetraGive to 73256 or click below and select their name from the list at the link provided.
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Family Camp Chapel
The Hopewell Summer Camps invite YOU and your family to a special Family Camp Chapel at Hopewell Church!
Kids and Families are invited to come out on Saturday, March 11, at 6 p.m. for a Puppet Show, Time Machine Drama, Worship, and the Word.
Youth and Families are invited to come out on Sunday, March 12, at 6 p.m. for the Time Machine Drama, Worship, and the Word.
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PETRA FAMILY NEWS
Members
Congratulations to Gary & Andrea Martin as they have become members of our Petra Family!
Sympathy
Our love and sympathy to Wanda King and her family upon the death of her son, William Morgan King IV, “Billy,” on February 19.
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LAST WEEK UPDATE
February 19, 2023
Attendance
1,619
General Fund
Weekly Budget:
$76,924
Last Week's Giving:
$66,008
Building Fund
$1,092
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