09/04/2026
Sunday, September 6, 2026 ~ On this late summer day, we turn our eyes to Jesus and bow our hearts before him. Welcome to worship!
Pastor’s Message: “Power Through Prayer”
Scripture Lesson: Psalm 130:1-8
Purpose Statement: How and why do we cry out to the Lord in prayer? How often when you pray do you wait to let God speak to you? Prayer consists not only of asking for things or even only of thanking God for things. Sometimes we go to God simply to refresh our souls. In His presence we find a new vision and greater hope. Prayer has been called the voice of faith. The most earnest prayer springs from the depths of our souls. The command from Scripture is this: “In everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God.”
Thank you for the support of your weekly offering by bringing it to church, mailing it, or through electronic giving. A collection box is in the back of the sanctuary for your tithes and offerings.
For information on on-line giving, please call the church office.
This Week’s Meetings & Activities:
Mon. Sept. 7 - Labor Day - Church Office is closed
Tue. Sept. 8 - Adult Bible Study - 9:00 a.m. & 7:00 p.m.
Prayer Time - 6:00 p.m.
Wed. Sept.9 - Soundboard Training in Sanctuary - 5:30 p.m.
Choir Rehearsal - 6:30 p.m.
Women’s Book Club - 7:30 p.m.
Thurs. Sept. 10 - Chair Yoga - 6:30 p.m. / Gentle Yoga - 7:00 p.m.
Fri. Sept. 11 - Patriot Day
Sunday, September 13, 2026:
Pastor’s Message: “A Smart Church”
Scripture: Acts 1: 1-14
Sunday School - 9:45 a.m.
Praise Band Practice - 10:00 a.m.
Announcements:
Attendance for services on Sunday, August 30 were: 8:30 a.m. - 37, 11:00 a.m. - 20, and Sunday school - 43.
Worship Services are available on YouTube
If you are unable to attend worship in person, you can view the 8:30 Traditional & 11:00 a.m. Praise Sunday Services live or throughout the week at your convenience on YouTube at https://youtube.com/ .
The Church Office will be closed tomorrow, Monday, September 7 in observance of Labor Day. “In the Lord your labor is not in vain.” - 1 Corinthians 15:58
Ministry Council Meeting
Due to the Labor Day holiday on September 7, the Ministry Council meeting will be held on Monday, September 14 at 7:00 p.m.
New Phone System Update
In the process of updating our phone system, we were given a temporary phone number of 717-402-1590. If you receive a phone call from this number, please know that it’s a call coming from the church office phone. To make a call to the church office, continue using the original #717-564-1528.
Sunday School Guest Missionary Speaker - Sunday, September 20, 2026
Gloria Smethers will be our guest speaker for the Sunday School hour beginning at 9:45 a.m. Gloria is with African Inland Mission (AIM), USA. AIM is a Christian mission organization focused on spreading the gospel and establishing churches across Africa. AIM USA serves as the U.S. mobilizing office, supporting missionaries through prayer, funding, and logistical assistance while recruiting individuals to serve short-term or long-term in Africa. Spend the hour with us and discover what Gloria’s ministry is all about.
Bible Study and/or Sunday School
Following and learning about Christ are lifelong pursuits. If we are to love God with our mind (as well as with our heart, soul and strength), then we must keep learning even into old age. Plus, when we are well informed about God’s Word and our faith, we can share it with non-Christians and express the reason for our hope (see 1 Peter 3:15). Join us for our weekly Bible Study and/or Sunday school. We have a class for you! Call the church office for more information.
Trinity Prayer Time ~ Tuesdays at 6:00 p.m. Walk-Ins Welcome!
Join us in the Adult Sunday school room as we come together to pray for the needs of our church, families, community and more.
Women’s Book Club ~ Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m.
Join Amy Peck for a Women’s Book Club on Wednesdays in the Adult Sunday School room at 7:30 p.m. We are currently reading “Bad Girls of the Bible”. If you would like more information or have questions, see Amy Peck.
Chair & Gentle Yoga with Jayme ~ Free Classes on Thursdays
Join us for Chair Yoga at 6:30 p.m. and Gentle Flow Yoga (with mat) at 7:00 p.m. in the Adult Sunday school room. Jayme is a certified Christian Yoga Association Teacher. Each class will contain scripture/devotional and prayer. Please bring your own mat. If you need a mat, there are some available for purchase for $6.
Family Fresh Food Pantry Collection
We are collecting non-perishable food items for the Family Fresh Food Pantry at the Neidig United Methodist Church in Oberlin. Suggested items to donate include peanut butter, jelly, canned fruit and vegetables, tuna, ketchup, spaghetti sauce, oatmeal, Hamburger Helper, stuffing, spaghetti, macaroni, kidney beans, pork & beans, macaroni & cheese, boxed potatoes, coffee, tea, etc. Please place your donations in the bins in the small adult Sunday school room. Thank you for your continued support!
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