SUNDAY SCHEDULE
SUNDAY SCHOOL 9:00 AM
Classes for All Ages (see below)
WORSHIP 10:30 AM
In the Sanctuary and Online
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THIS SUNDAY IN WORSHIP
April 24, 2022
SCRIPTURE LESSON:
Exodus 14
MESSAGE:
“Crossing the Sea”
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Contents:
This Week
Prayer Requests
and Calendar
Sunday School News
Children's Ministry Schedule
Online Giving
Upcoming Events
COB News
Birthdays
Last Week
Contacting the Pastor
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Safe Passage, A Future of Promise
This week in worship we will conclude our series from Exodus, encountering the dramatic event of crossing the sea by God's parting of the waters. It marks the end an era of slavery and the beginning of a journey in the wilderness being led by the Lord.
We'll consider how this scene alludes to the journey that we as followers of Christ also share... a departure from the yoke of slavery to sin and death, through the waters of baptism, and onward as God shows us the way.
Come and share with us in word, song, and prayer as we worship together this week and every week. The story of God's walk with humankind continues always, even in us, each day and season. Let us be sure that we are paying attention and open to God's leading.
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Live Stream Worship
Although many of us will gather in person, our worship services will be continue to be presented "live stream" through YouTube for those who wish to join that way. Please subscribe to the channel if you haven't already for simpler access to previous videos. Click the link below shortly before the service begins at 10:30 AM on Sunday to join with us in worship.
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The video will be available to view after the worship hour in case you miss the 10:30 AM time or wish to watch it again.
*Please note: if anyone is unable to view the videos online, we have DVD copies of the services that can be picked up in the church lounge any weekday. Sermon manuscripts are also available upon request.
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ORDER OF SERVICE
10:30 AM, April 24, 2022
Gathering Music “My Savior’s Love”
Welcome And Announcements
Call to Worship
Invocation Prayer
Hymn “Come, ye faithful, raise the strain”
Children's Time
Anthem “Hymn of Promise”
PRAYERS OF THE CHURCH
Call to Prayer
Joy and Concerns
Pastoral Prayer
GIFTS AND OFFERING
Offering Invitation
Offertory “Christ, Be Our Light!”
Offering Response “Praise God from whom”
Prayer of Dedication
Hymn “Great is the Lord” #87
RECEIVING GOD'S WORD
Scripture Lesson: Exodus 14
Message: “Crossing the Sea”
Hymn of Response “Lead on, O cloud of Presence”
Sending Prayer
Music for the Journey “Be Not Afraid”
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Listening Assistance Devices are here for those worshiping in person!
Anyone is welcome to visit the AV booth each Sunday and request a hearing-assistance device for use during worship. You may also use your own smartphone and download the iPhone app here or the Android app here and bring your own headphones. Please note, you need to be connected to the church wifi (SimplePeace2gether) to listen.
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Anyone who sang in the choir between last December and now, and still has any choir music at home, please return it to Roy Rollman as soon as possible. Thank you.
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Dear Members and Friends of First Church of the Brethren, York
The Leadership Team, based on feedback from our Staff Relations team, is responsible for evaluating the performance of Pastor Joel. Pastor Joel has asked for direction in how the church would like to direct his energies. So, the Leadership Team went on a fishing expedition to find documents that we could use to evaluate Pastor Joel but also get feedback on your opinion on the church’s functions and programs.
You may find copies of the a survey on the counter in the Gathering Area.. Copies of the Survey will also be e-mailed to your e-mail account. Please fill out the survey as completely as you can. If you have any questions, please direct them to any Leadership Team members as found in the 2022 Church directory. Please return completed survey to the church office or box in the Gathering Area by April 30, 2022. Thank you. Your opinion is important. Please make sure you place your name on these surveys. If names are not on the surveys, they will not be considered for the complete results. Please note that these results will only be reviewed by a few select persons from the Leadership Team.
We have placed a box in the Gathering Area to return your completed survey.
Please place your survey in the envelope that is provided and seal it prior to placing them in the box.
Thank you in advance for your participation.
~ Leadership Team
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THE FOLLOWING ITEMS CAN BE PICKED UP IN THE NARTHEX
- 2022 CHURCH DIRECTORY (In the wall holder)
- PASTOR AND CONGREGATIONAL EVALUATION FORM
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Click for Friends to Remember in Prayer |
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Click for Weekly Calendar of Events |
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Additions and updates for prayer list or calendar of events are welcome by contacting the church office.
Special note for all Ministry Teams: Please notify the church office with any upcoming meetings or events for your team so we can add these dates to the calendar.
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**Adult Membership Class**
Meeting Sundays at 9:00 AM in Room 154
Pastor Joel is teaching a series that is an invitation into the Christian faith as well as a summary of beliefs and practices of the Church of the Brethren. This week will conclude our class series, and we will discuss the more recent history and present state of the Church of the Brethren, including matters of change, growth, and diversity. We'll also review some core confessions of faith that we hold dear. All are welcome.
Children's Sunday School Classes
Children's Sunday School meets at 9:00 AM each Sunday in the classrooms just past the nursery. Children grades PreK and up will have class lessons, with singing included as well. Children ages 3-4 and younger are welcome to attend nursery care, which may include a brief lesson in addition to playtime. All children are welcome!
Jr and Sr High Youth Sunday School Class
Meeting Sundays at 9:00 AM in the Youth Room 149
Teachers are David Witkovsky, John and Diane Gibble, and Deb Klinedinst.
The class will begin a study of the Bible, where it came from, what it is, how it is organized, and how to become more comfortable using it. This class is for youth in grades 6-12. We hope to see you there! This week will include preparation for Youth Sunday worship , May 1.
Homebuilders Sunday School Class
The Homebuilders Class is continuing to meet on Sunday mornings from 8:00 AM to
9:00 AM by conference call, planning to remain holding class remotely for the time being. To be included, contact Mike Martin either by calling 717-840-4184 or by emailing Caretaker@TwinBrookFarm.com, leaving the phone number at which you would like to be called. You will receive a phone call in the vicinity of 8:00 am. The class continues to examine lessons from the "Guide for Biblical Studies" curriculum.
Lamplighters Sunday School Class
The Lamplighters Class will meet Sunday mornings at 9:00 AM in Room 145.
On April 24th, the class is studying “The Call” by Adam Hamilton.
Vine and Branches Sunday School Class
The Vine & Branches Class will meet Sunday mornings at 9:00 AM in the multi-purpose room by the sanctuary. The class may be studying the "Guide for Biblical Studies" lesson material.
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Children's Ministry Schedule |
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For assistance setting up your account,
call Donor Support at: 800-348-2886 – Option 2 – Online Giving Questions? Contact Sheryl Leaman - Thank you for your support!!!!!
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Easter Egg Hunt Wrap-Up
Thank you to all those who participated in some way with the Easter Egg Hunt on Wednesday, April 13th. The gym was HOPPIN’ with energy as families from the CDC, our congregation, and Soccer Shots enjoyed dinner, games, and crafts. The youth from our congregation shared a meaningful and well-presented re-enactment of the Easter Story. The evening culminated with the highly anticipated egg hunt.
· Over 40 families attended
· Over 70 children ages 0-10 hunted for eggs
· Over 140 meals served
· Countless Smiles, Giggles, and High Fives Shared
A special thank you to those who helped with planning, food service, the drama, set-up and clean-up, and funding. What a joy to work with each and every one of you. Praise God for perfect weather and the opportunity to be together!
Happy Easter,
- Michele Gibbel
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UPCOMING EVENTS / DATES TO REMEMBER:
April 26 - Lehman Center 31st Annual Auction
May 1 - Youth Sunday
May 15 - Afternoon Sessions with Greg Laszakovits
June 11 - Yard Sale
July 31 - August 4 - Vacation Bible School
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Special Congregational Workshop:
Sunday May 15 at 4:00 PM
Attention all members! Please mark your calendars for Sunday May 15 at 4:00 PM until approximately 7:00 PM for a two-session workshop led by Greg Davidson-Laszakovits.
**This event was previously announced to be May 1, but it is now May 15**
Greg has studied our congregation in depth and is providing leadership consulting for our "Aligning with God's Purpose" process, an initiative of the VITAL Team.
We will hold 2 sessions on May 15, with dinner provided in between, entitled "Tame the Bear of Conflict" and "Getting Everyone on the Bus of Congregational Change." Expect healthy dialogue, learning how to best handle and be transformed by conflict, and guidance for the daunting but inevitable process of change that our church must enter.
We will meet in the sanctuary for both sessions and have a dinner break in between. Everyone please come. We'll likely have child care provided in the form of supervised outdoor play. Seriously everyone - this is a wonderful and important event for our church's life together. Please make every effort to be there. Thank you!
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ATTENTION LADIES’ BIBLE STUDY MEMBERS
On April 26th we are starting a new study of the Gospel of Mark. We will be using another of the Good Ground series entitled All Heaven Breaks Loose by Kathleen Kern. See Mary Esther for your copy, or pick one up in the Lounge. This would be a good time to join us if you have been thinking about attending our Bible Study. We meet every Tuesday, 9:30 – 11:30 am in the Lounge, and are happy to have new members.
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The Lehman Center Auxiliary Presents: 31st Annual Auction
Benefiting: Children's Aid Society, The Lehman Center
Tuesday, April 26, 2022
Location: New Fairview Church of the Brethren
1873 New Fairview Church Rd., York, Pa
Auction Preview & Food 12:00 pm
Live Auction 5:00 pm includes Art Collectibles, Sports Items, New Merchandise
Silent Auction including Art Collectibles, Theme Baskets, Gift Certificates
Kitchen will be open & serving: Homemade Soup, Bar-B-Que, Homemade Pies
For more information call 717-845-5771 or at www.cassd.org
IMPORTANT NOTE: If you have artwork or any items to donate to
the auction please contact Diane Gibble.
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2022 VOLUNTEER WOOD CUTTING DAY - APRIL 30TH, 8:00 AM
We need your Help!
Call or email to register for free (lunch provided)!
Phone: 717-642-8256, Email: campeder @campeder.org
Bring your chain saws, gloves, and safety goggles as we clean up the forest and split lots of wood for Camp. Ask about other equipment that you might bring.
We'll also need to prepare lunch for our lumberjacks. Lunch will be served at noon.
Camp Eder, 914 Mount Hope Rd., Fairfield, PA 17320, www.campeder.org
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2022 CAMP EDER GOLF OUTING
Friday, May 6, 2022
Carroll Valley Golf Course at Liberty Mountain
78 Country Club Trail, Fairfield, PA 17320
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Click on the button for the Registration and Sponsorship Form - Also posted on the bulletin board. |
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Fundraiser Sandwich Sale to Benefit Sherri (Bahn) & Russell Schaner Gift of Parenthood (Beth Anne Bahn's daughter & son-in-law)
When: Thursday, May 12, 2022
Pick-up from 4:00 – 5:30pm at Codorus Church of the Brethren
(Delivery available upon request-anywhere in York County)
To Order contact Beth Anne Bahn at 717-586-1051 or bbahn7@hotmail.com. There will also be an order sheet in the Gathering Area.
Order Deadline: May 8
Sandwiches are $5.50 each
Sandwich options:
American Subs
Pretzel Sandwiches: Ham/Swiss. Turkey/American. Sweet Bologna/American
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OUR DAILY BREAD/SOUP KITCHEN - Friday, May 13, 2022
Sign up by calling Sandi Bowser at 717-825-7203 to make a casserole for
Our Daily Bread/Soup Kitchen on Friday, May 13, 2022 (10:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.) PLEASE contact Sandi to add your name and number of casseroles, so we can let
Our Daily Bread/Soup Kitchen know how many casseroles to expect.
The pans are located in the church lounge. Thank you!
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Church of the Brethren Denominational News |
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Denominational news and information is always available by visiting brethren.org
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Church of the Brethren
Newsline Digest - April 2022
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LOOK WHO'S
CELEBRATING
THIS MONTH
02 Emily Vuono
02 Briella Hamill
03 John Minnich
08 Eric Jones
13 Dale Paules
13 Carole Bradfield
14 Jean Carson
15 Barbara Jo Brown
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If your birthday is in MAY
and is not on the list below or is listed incorrectly, please call the church office.
16 Paige Striebig
18 Jean Lauver
18 Amie Dietrich
21 Stephen Carey
26 Doris Markel
26 Rick Boogher
27 Brenda Harlacher
28 Shea Martin
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Concerning the COVID-19 pandemic and church operations:
Given the recent very low rates of covid in our region, the church Leadership Team's policy on face coverings for our gatherings has been updated: following with CDC guidance, masks are optional for all attendees. So long as local case rates are low, we believe that we can gather safely and worship fully as usual.
Worship will be live streamed on our YouTube channel and recorded each Sunday morning at 10:30 AM indefinitely for those who are unable to be present, but it is not intended to replace physical attendance long-term.
Thank you all for understanding and for your faithful participation in our life together. Please do your part to prevent the spread of contagious disease, as conditions may change in the future, as a holy expression of loving our neighbors as ourselves.
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Since 2011 our Witness Team has sponsored the Cash for Causes program by selling Giant & Weis gift cards. The church receives 5% of sales to support various ministries. For 2022 the gift card sales will support The Lehman Center (Children’s Aid Society), New Community Project, Carlisle Truck Stop Ministry, and LifePath Christian Ministries (formerly York Rescue Mission). You may purchase the cards in amounts of $100, $50, $25, or $10. The cards make great gifts, especially at holidays. Consider donating cards to the Food Pantry or using them yourself any time you shop at Giant or Weis.
I plan to attend our in-person worship services and will have the gift cards available
for your purchase before or after the service. However, if you will not be attending our in-person worship services, I will continue to send cards in the mail if you want to support this outreach ministry. Send your check to Becky Wenger, 3011 Bedford Pl, York, PA 17408. The Giant or Weis cards will be mailed to you. Make your check out to York First Church.
Thank you for supporting this program - Becky Wenger, Cash for Causes representative
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Lehman Center "Wish List"
Items for donation to the Lehman Center are being collected in the basket in the Gathering Area. Due to changes in the food pantry operations, these must be collected separately from food pantry supplies. Here are some items that are needed at Lehman Center.
Instant pudding (chocolate, banana)
Instant jello (orange, blue, green, grape, cherry)
Can fruit (pears, pineapples, fruit cocktail)
Applesauce (individual or jar)
Can vegetables (lima beans, peas, green beans)
Baby food - all stages
Baby snacks
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2021 BABY BOTTLE BOOMERANG
A big THANK YOU to all who participated in a Baby Bottle Boomerang campaign in 2021!
Together, churches, groups, and individuals raised over $17,000.00 last year - WOW!
Participating churches included: Cityview Community Church,
Cornerstone Bible Church, First Church of the Brethren, Grace Baptist Church,
Grace Community Church, Genesis Church, Greenmount UM Church,
New Life Presbyterian Church, Stewartstown Baptist Church,
Susquehanna Grace Community Church, York Bible Church
For more details about organizing a Baby Bottle fundraiser at your church or other group, call Heather or Alison at (717) 854-7615 or email at Office @humanlifeservices.org
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GOOD FRIDAY
SERVICE
April 15, 2022
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EASTER SERVICE
SCRIPTURE LESSON:
Matthew 28:1-10
MESSAGE:
“Raised from the Dead”
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Pastor Joel Gibbel can be reached most mornings in the church office Monday - Friday from 9:00 AM to noon, and usually well into the afternoon as well. Afternoons and evenings may be set aside for visiting those in need, for meetings, and for other pastoral duties. Pastor Joel is also available for pastoral counseling by appointment. |
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If you need to reach the pastor outside of office hours, his home phone number is
(717) 318-5442, and his mobile number is (717) 271-4888 . You can also email him at
pastor@yorkfirst.org. Note that laws prevent hospitals from contacting a pastor without your permission when you are admitted, so you will need to let hospital staff know that you would like the hospital to contact your pastor.
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Our Mission Statement:
“People dedicated to Spiritual Growth, Loving Relationship, and Sacrificial Service”
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Our Vision Statement:
“To become a community of committed Christians who Love God, Share Christ, and Serve the World”
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