November Highlights
We Remember
All Saints Sunday
On Sunday, November 7th we gave thanks to God for the lives of saints past and present, saints being all those who truly follow Christ. We remembered loved ones who have gone to join the Church Triumphant in the past year as we lit a candle in their memory, giving thanks to God for their presence with us. The saints we remembered were:
RICHARD MORGAN
MARIE CLARK
WAYNE BAIR
EUGENE FESIG
ELDA UMHOLTZ
SHIRLEY FESIG
KELLY SCHLEY
DORA KLINE
KAREN SCHWALM
ANTHONY SMYK
Rest eternal grant them O Lord and let light perpetual shine upon them.
Presentation of Bible Story Book
On Sunday, November 14th we recognized Ian Kramer, Gage Troutman, Mack Witmer, and Gwendolyn Zimmerman in their spiritual journey by our special tradition of presenting them with a Bible story book. Our message: we care, and we welcome you into our educational and worship ministries.
Recognition of Our Veterans
On Sunday, November 14th we had the privilege of honoring our veterans attending worship – Vernon Schlegel, Jack Specht, Jim McDonald and Roland Wolfgang. We are deeply indebted to you. Thank you so very much for your service.
The Star Spangled Banner
On Sunday, November 14th we also welcomed Wyatt Parker, grandson of Jack and Yvonne Specht, and son of Somer and Pryce Parker, who lives with his family in Lebanon where he is homeschooled as a twelve year-old seventy grader. Wyatt shared his musical talent as a violinist playing “The Star Spangled Banner” to honor veterans day. He was amazing!
Operation Christmas Child Shoebox Collection
The blessing of the shoeboxes occurred during our Sunday, November 14th Worship Service and 36 shoeboxes were taken to the drop off site in Millersburg. Thank you to everyone for your generosity by participating in the 2021 Operation Christmas Child shoebox collection. The Operation Christmas Child Shoebox Outreach Ministry is operated by Samaritan’s Purse. This program uses shoeboxes filled with toys, school supplies and hygiene items to demonstrate God’s love in a tangible way to children in need around the world. Together we pray for these places and for God’s love to shine on the children who receive them. To view a fact sheet and/or short videos (quick clips) on the impact of the Operation Christmas Child Shoebox Outreach Ministry visit the Samaritan’s Purse website.
Agape Table Meal
December’s Agape Table Meal will be served on Wednesday, December 8, at 5:30 in the Social Hall. Our menu will be baked chicken pie, pepper cabbage, applesauce, rolls, and Christmas cookies. Please come enjoy a good homecooked meal and fellowship! You can preregister by calling the church office (570)682-9373 and leaving your name, phone number, and how many will be attending. (We need this information so that we have an idea of how many people we’ll be serving.) Spread the word!