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EAGLE’S WINGS

NEWSLETTER

MISSION STATEMENT

We are a community of Christians who, through God’s Word and Sacraments, are enabled

by the Holy Spirit to grow and serve Christ at home and in the world.

SUNDAY SCHEDULE

Sunday School 9:15am, Worship 10:30am

Volume 28, Number 3 MARCH, 2017

Pastor Shawn M. Berkebile

atownpastor@comcast.net

Inside this issue Pastor’s Reflection …………………........2

Letter to your Senator……………………3

Worship Services/Prayer Concerns….....4

Worship Participants………………...…...5

Mid-Week Lenten Services……………...6

Birthdays…………………………………..8

St. John’s Happenings…..…………...9-11

Youth & Family Ministry………………...12

Community News……………….......13-14

Treasurer’s Report.…...………………...15

Calendar……………………………..…..16

Special points of interest

• Coffee & Conversation Pg. 7

• Easter Flower Form Pg. 7

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Pastor’s Reflection…. “For too long we have been silent” Many of you know that I have been deeply committed to Drug Policy Reform in the Pennsylvania Legislature. I see this as a vocational call and an arena where our church can be a voice for the marginalized. I had thought things would slow down once Pennsylvania passed sensible medical cannabis legislation, and Annie could take her medicine legally. But boy was I

wrong. The more I educated myself about medical cannabis, the more I learned about other issues related to illegal drugs and our legal system.

We are experiencing a major crisis in the United States: the crisis of drug use and abuse. For a long time, this problem may have been thought of as only an issue for the inner city, or for people of a certain race. It may have been easy to dismiss drug users as "bad people" who created their own problems and deserved punishment. But in recent years the problem of drug abuse has gotten a lot closer to home - affecting our children, our schools, our communities. For too long we have been silent. For too long we have

considered it "some one else's problem." I believe its is time for the church, and me as it's pastoral leader, to engage with this crisis. I believe it is time for us to start to educate ourselves - asking questions, learning about current policies and practices, and considering how we can be a part of a solution. How can we protect our children from drug addiction? How can we rehabilitate addicts so that they become healthy, productive members of society? How do we break the cycle of multiple generations falling into poverty, drug use, or abuse? There are no easy answers to these questions. But I believe we are called to engage in conversation and advocacy.

I want to keep you all informed with what I am learning and how I am engaging this issue. My hope is that many of you will join me in conversation and action. There are probably more people than we realize in our own congregation who have been affected by drug abuse and addiction. The problem is growing, and our power to address it begins with a willingness to talk openly. To that end, I will be engaging in a leadership academy at the Chautauqua Institute for the next few years. One of the purposes of this academy is to find ways to engage the communities we live in and help them to change, renew, and strengthen. As a participant in this program, I will focus my study, conversation, and planning on how I can address Drug Policy reform. I didn't think two years ago I would be as involved with Drug Policy Reform as I am now, but I feel the spirit is calling me to take the work and success of Medical Cannabis Reform, and apply it to the current crisis of drug abuse, addiction, and the absence of affordable treatment.

My first action was to write a letter to Senator Casey and Senator Toomey, about my concern if we repeal the Affordable Care Act without a reasonable alternative. I have included the letter in this newsletter with the hope that it will help us engage and learn from one another. Writing all this in Eagle’s Wings produces quite a bit of anxiety for me, as I know that there are opposing viewpoints on all issues. But when I read the Beatitudes, when I reflect on our Lord's habit of dining with sinners, when I consider the greatest commandment, and when I stand in awe of God's love for all of us - every single one - I am compelled to do things that some of you might find surprising. Please know that it is with much prayer and reflection that I continue on this path. I would encourage you to search your own heart and pray about this issue. Perhaps you are ready to take a step right now - if you feel so inclined to contract Senator Casey or Toomey, you can use the letter provided as a form letter. Or perhaps you need to just pray for God's direction, for God to open your heart and mind. Wherever you stand, I pray for God's wisdom and peace - in your heart and mine.

Grace and Peace,

Pastor Shawn

Ash Wednesday Service

St. John’s will host an Ash Wednesday Service on Wednesday, March 1st at 7:00pm. This service will feature the imposition of ashes, reminding us of our mortality and that each of us, marked with the cross of Christ, makes our way through Lent longing for the baptismal waters of Easter, our spiritual rebirth.

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Letter of Action – To Senator Casey and Toomey

(This form letter was taken from a template provided by Clergy for a New Drug Policy).

I am profoundly concerned over the possible repeal of the Affordable Care Act. I implore you to oppose any such change and to ensure that any revision calls for at least current levels of coverage, especially for the very poor.

Over 20 million individuals, including one million children, now have access to health care who otherwise would be left out in the cold. If only for this reason, I applaud the accomplishments of this legislation.

I do so also because the Affordable Care Act has given us something our nation has never had before – the real possibility of caring for our mentally ill, and those struggling with substance abuse disorders.

Throughout our nation’s history, we have shamefully neglected the mentally ill. We are currently more likely to jail addicts than to provide treatment. This landmark legislation was on the verge of changing all that by including inpatient and outpatient care to diagnose and treat a mental health condition or substance abuse.

We desperately need these services. A national opioid crisis claimed over 33,000 lives in 2015. It is simply wrong to eliminate the eligibility, and most likely, the funding for treatment for the victims of this national calamity, especially our youth.

With ACA repeal, about 2.8 million Americans would lose their eligibility for substance abuse treatment, including 222,000 addicted to opioids. Repeal would be especially damaging in economically depressed rural areas, where over 30 million people have no access to life-saving medically assisted treatment such as naloxone.

In the rush to eliminate the Affordable Care Act, those afflicted with mental health and substance abuse disorders will be the first to be cast aside. My deepest religious convictions cause me to insist that this not be permitted to happen. We have a special responsibility to those whom society cares for least.

I urge you to oppose repeal of The Affordable Care Act without first approving replacement measures.

Sincerely,

Pastor Shawn Berkebile

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March 5

Holy Communion

1st Sunday in Lent

Sunday School 9:15 a.m.

Worship 10:30 a.m. March 26

Holy Communion

4th Sunday in Lent

Sunday School 9:15 a.m.

Worship 10:30 a.m.

March 19

Holy Communion

3rd Sunday in Lent

Sunday School 9:15 a.m.

Worship 10:30 a.m.

REMEMBERING IN PRAYER:

Earl Altland, Deb Keeney, Stacey Riggs, Susan Klunk, Chris Orndorff (friend of Stacey Burchette), Pete Burchette, Kris Spangler, Joanne Young, Kevin Shearer, Janet Heflin, Mike Livelsberger, Shannon Keene (friend of Shirley Arnold), Mary Gaston (friend of Chad George), Mary Shaberly, Bradley Morelock (Uncle of Sue George), Ryan Laughman, Annie Sharrer, Steve Holsopple, Donna Dressler, Daylin Bennet, Dorothy Jeffcoat (friend of Lorna Runk), Robert Myers (brother-in-law of Lisa Neiderer), Adam Jones (friend of Lisa Neiderer), Michelle Trent, Marie Smith, Bobbie Miller, Peg Fitz, Chelsea & Joe Ross and family (Niece of Deb McEvers and Cousin of Rich & Holly Staub), Jane (friend of the Ellison’s), Laurie

Krebs (friend of Deb McEvers), Jeanne Hoke, Todd Sterner, Virginia Myers, Laverne Gross, Jo Hartman (friend of Tina Raber), Judy Burgard, Steve Shellhamer, Richard Gaston (friend of Chad George) and Shirley Mummert.

.HOMEBOUND:

Geraldine Alleman, Erma Becker, Lena Breighner, Ethel Brownwell, Suzanne George, Gerald Hoffheins, Romaine Hoke, Miriam & Harold Huff, Raymond Keeney, Merle Linebaugh, Charles “Bill” Rodgers, Morgan Ruth and Lorraine Wildasin.

March 12

Holy Communion

2nd Sunday in Lent

Sunday School 9:15 a.m.

Worship 10:30 a.m.

March 1

Ash Wednesday

Holy Communion

Evening Service

Worship 7:00 p.m.

ATTENDANCE FOR JANUARY WORSHIP SERVICES…543

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ALTAR GUILD……………………………………………………….……………....Denise Sauter and Lisa Wilt

OFFERING COUNTERS........................................................Dan Wildasin, Bonnie Staub and Margie Linebaugh

March 5 (Communion) 1st Sunday in Lent

Head Usher / Communion Assist…...Lori McIntire / Jamie Zwally

Youth Communion Assistant………...…................Matthew Tyson

Acolyte.……..………………..……….......................Braden Tyson

Lector…………………..…………......…...……..……Jerry Lillich

Front Door Greeters……...….…………………………James Hoff

Elevator Greeter.………...……………..……..Dean & Lori Garrett

Nursery Staff…………..……................................Lisa & Sara Wilt

Bulletin Folders……………..….Carolyn Holsopple / Arlene Moul

March 19 (Communion) 3rd Sunday in Lent

Head Usher/Comm. Assist……..Crystal Wilcox / Beverly Strickler

Youth Communion Assistant……..…....…….........McKenna Hersh

Acolyte.……..………………............................................Ada Tello

Lector…………………..…………......…...……...…...Sean Colgan

Front Door Greeters……....…………….....Vicki & Dale Crawford

Elevator Greeter.……….….….......................Gary & Joan Slonaker

Nursery Staff………….………...….……Linda Boyer / Robin Hoff

Bulletin Folders……….……….………...…..Janet & Larry Ellison

March 12 (Communion) 2nd Sunday in Lent

Head Usher / Communion Assist….....Allison Lewis / Jared Tyson

Youth Communion Assistant………...….................Alexis Cutshall

Acolyte……..……………….……………..………...Colin Cutshall

Lector…………………..………..…………….....…Jennifer Miller

Front Door Greeters……...………...……..…Mike & Lisa Neiderer

Elevator Greeter.…………..…...…..Shirley Arnold / Shirley Smith

Nursery Staff…………...........Rachel Berkebile / Tammy Chutshall

Bulletin Folders………….…................Bonnie Staub / Jeanne Hoke

March 26 (Communion) 4th Sunday in Lent

Head Usher / Communion Assist….…Dean Garrett / Dan Wildasin

Youth Communion Assistant……..….….….......Trenton Linebaugh

Acolyte……..……….…..…..………………………..Owen Wilcox

Lector………………..……...….....…..………..……...Darcy Tyson

Front Door Greeters…....…....………….Richard & Barbara Sharrer

Elevator Greeter.……….….....Ruth Linebaugh / Audrey Flickinger

Nursery Staff………………...…Crystal Wilcox / Leslie LInebaugh

Bulletin Folders………………..….…Eunice Mentzer / Lorna Runk

March 1 Ash Wednesday Evening Service

Head Usher / Communion Asst…….....Lori McIntire / Jared Tyson

Youth Communion Assistant……….…………...Danielle McIntire

Acolyte.……..……………………....…….………….Kaelyn Balko

Lector…………………..…………...……..……..Cindy Linebaugh

Front Door Greeters……...….............Charles & Ivonne Gabrielson

Elevator Greeter.………...….….………………..Audrey Flickinger

Lenten Devotional: “free indeed” “free indeed” will serve as our daily Lenten devotional. Many members in our congregation like the daily ritual, and this offering will help our congregation reflect on Luther’s Small Catechism. Pick up a copy in the Fellowship Hall as soon as they arrive, we

well as a free copy of Lutheran Small Catechism. Or you can go to amazon and get an electronic version of “free indeed” and save a little money. Click or copy this link https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01NBHDA8R

“GOOD NEWS & BREWS”

“Good News & Brews” is a

partnership ministry between

St. John’s and Trinity in East

Berlin. We will gather on the

fourth Tuesday of each

month at the Altland House

for conversation; a time to

be social, drink wine or beer and eat some dinner, if

you wish. The pastors will share the Good News and a

topic for conversation. Join us on Tuesday, March

28th for our next gathering. Please invite a friend.

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Mid-Week Lenten Services

Theme: “The Stations of the Cross”

Each week we will gather as a community and share a meal and a time of worship together. The

host church serves a soup and sandwich lunch and the pastors share the responsibility of

preaching and presiding over worship. This is a wonderful opportunity to join friends, share a

meal, and reflect on the meaning of lent in the middle of the week.

March 8th (12pm to 1pm)

Location: Immaculate Heart of Mary

6084 West Canal Road

Abbottstown, PA 17301

Topic: Jesus is Condemned to Death and/or

Jesus Carries His Cross

Preacher: Pastor George Scott

March 15th (12pm to 1pm)

Location: Trinity Lutheran Church

117 West King Street

East Berlin, PA 17316

Topic: Simon of Cyrene helps Jesus to Carry

His Cross

Preacher: Pastor Shawn Berkebile

March 22nd (12pm to 1pm)

Location: St. John’s Lutheran Church

100 E Water St

Abbottstown, Pa 17301

Topic: Jesus Meets the Women of Jerusalem

Preacher: Pastor Margaret Wise

March 29th (12pm to 1pm)

Location: Emmanuel UCC

Center Square

Abbottstown, PA 17301

Topic: Jesus is nailed to the Cross and Dies

Preacher: Father Tim Marcoe

April 5th

(12pm to 1pm)

Location: Zwingli UCC

403 W King St,

East Berlin, PA 17316

Topic: The Body of Jesus is Taken Down from the

Cross and Laid in the Tomb

Preacher: Pastor Bob McKinney

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Once again, we are offering a selection of Easter plants in random, assorted colors. Please indicate your choice and the presentation as you wish it to appear in the Bulletin. Place payment and this order form in an envelope, mark it to the attention of Sally Grim, and place it in the offering plate or give it to Sally. PLEASE USE ONE FORM PER FLOWER.

WHITE LILIES - $10.00 ______ HYACINTHS - $10.00_______

TULIPS - $10.00 __________ MUMS - $11.00___________

In honor of__________________________________________________________________________

In memory of________________________________________________________________________

Presented by ________________________________________________________________________

*OR GIFT TO WORLD HUNGER - AMOUNT $_______________

In honor of_________________________________________________________________________

In memory of________________________________________________________________________

Presented by _______________________________________________________________________

Offering Envelope Name or Number #______________________

DEADLINE FOR TURNING IN ORDERS AND PAYMENT IS SUNDAY, MARCH 12th.

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School Readiness: How Can I Prepare My Child For Kindergarten?

Coffee and Conversation

Sunday, March 19 - 9:15AM in the Fellowship Hall

Is your child or grandchild gearing up for school in the near

future?

Come learn some helpful tips to help prepare your little ones for

this important transition!

The presentation will include…

● A Powerpoint slideshow created using resources from several kindergarten teachers

from York and Adams Counties.

● A helpful handout with ideas for school preparation.

● A few samples of activities that your child/grandchild will be doing in kindergarten.

Come ready with questions and let us help you make the

transition into school a bit easier and more enjoyable for your little one.

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DEADLINE for APRIL 2017 Eagles Wings

is Sunday, March 19th

It is very important that articles of special programs, events, fundraisers, etc. are submitted to the church office. Thank you!!

Stacey Burchette March 1

Edward Swope March 1

Kenneth Emig March 3

Charles Garber March 3

Danielle Mitchell March 4

Joan Slonaker March 4

Tammy Cutshall March 6

Mary Fogle March 7

James Steward March 7

Adalise Tello March 7

Bob Myers March 8

Lauren Emig March 9

Beverly Strickler March 9

Jeff Harman March 10

Heath Linebaugh March 11

Andrew Zeigler March 11

Katlyn DeGroft March 12

Mason Boyer March 14

Linda Lillich March 14

Don Wildasin March 16

Kevin Bartell March 17

Greg Zinn March 17

Nathan Valentine March 18

Troy Noll March 19

Emily Strack March 19

Dustin Flickinger March 20

Vergie Maus March 20

Jillian Zinn March 22

Daniel Laughman March 23

Julie Safely March 23

Braden Tyson March 24

Neal Wilt March 24

Kristin Rabenstein March 26

Jason Safley March 27

Carmen Baker March 28

Steve George March 28

*Denotes Homebound Member

PAL LUNCH TEAM

The Hanover Area Council of Churches serves a hot meal 365

days a year to approximately 60 to 120 people. These meals are

lovingly made by membership congregation from all across the

area.

St. John’s Lutheran Church recently created a PAL Team and we

are scheduled to serve our next meal on March 31st.

VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED!

If you are interested in joining our PAL team, please give Bev Strickler a call at 259-9878.

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PROPERTY CORNER

Here is an update on the happenings of the Property Planning Committee.

The Narthex Modernization Project (NMP) is proceeding. Paint removal has begun on the outside trim of the entrance doors. The area will be primed to protect the wood until the final paint coat is applied.

Working on exterior door options. Will keep you posted as process continues.

CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUNDING GOAL:

NARTHEX MODERNIZATION PROJECT (NMP)

As you enter and exit the church you will see some changes being made over the next few months to the wooden doorways and East and West Vestibules

(Narthex). The church unanimously agreed to spend $65,000.00 to complete the renewal project, which includes a 3% interest payment for the money borrowed from the Touch of Grace Fund. To date we have received $21,922.99 designated

for this project. All money designated on church envelopes for Capital Improvement will go toward this project. Thank you for your generosity, to date,

toward our renewal effort. The Property Planning Committee looks forward to getting the project underway.

OUR CHURCH IS HAVING A REFORMATION 500 BOOKSTORE!

The 500th anniversary of the Reformation is fast approaching! Do you want to learn more about Martin Luther, his writings, and their impact on Christianity? Do you want to reflect on the ongoing impact of the Reformation

today? Stop by our Reformation 500 Bookstore to shop for engaging books on the Reformation for readers of all ages and interests! Save up to 50% plus receive free shipping on all Bookstore titles.

Stop by the Fellowship Hall on Sunday, March 12, 19, & 26 after Worship

to order fascinating books on the Reformation for you and your family.

Our Bookstore is sponsored by Augsburg Fortress, the publishing ministry of the ELCA. The

books will include bestselling biographies like Luther the Reformer as well as an atlas of the European Reformations, a graphic novel for young readers, and primary sources from The

Annotated Luther series.

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ARE YOU AWARE OF A REALLY NEAT AND EASY PROGRAM THAT ST. JOHN'S NOW

OFFERS?

Simply Giving is a program that costs you nothing to sign up for, and makes life easier for not only you, but St. John's and our

offering counters!

What happens when you sign up for Simply Giving? An automatic offering is created from

your account to St. John's. You can choose how much and how often you would like it to be. If it makes sense to give weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, pick the day of the cycle that suits you.

As an example, you may choose some to go to Current Fund and some to go to Capital

Improvement, just let us know.

Simply Giving means not having to scurry around Sunday morning to complete a check or

getting cash, finding the envelope, and then remembering to bring it.

I know I have problems with letting it lay after I get it ready! Also, if you take a vacation or

miss a Sunday, not to worry… Simply Giving does not.

If you feel the need to put an envelope in Sunday mornings, you still can. Just write Simply

Giving on it, or use it for a special event.

Here is how it works:

1. Complete the Simply Giving form available in the church office.

2. Drop it in the offering plate or give it to Donna, our church secretary.

3. Relax and feel assured that you are supporting God's work.

Thank You for considering Simply Giving.

John Flickinger - Treasurer

INTERGENERATIONAL MINISTRY EVENT

ADULT/YOUTH COMBINED SUNDAY SCHOOL

On Sunday, April 2nd at 9:15am in the Fellowship

Hall, Pastor Shawn and our Confirmation Class will teach the Stations of the Cross in an interactive way. Seven large coloring posters created by Illustrated

Children's Ministry will allow participants of all ages to color and learn. Parents are encouraged to join their

children for this event. This will be an all Sunday School event and if time is needed will carry over to the following Sunday, April 9th.

We are excited about this opportunity for adults and youth to sit together and learn together about the path

Christ took for our salvation. We hope to see you on April 2nd.

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Hospital Admittance

If you or a loved one is admitted to the Hospital, please be sure to identify St. John’s, in Abbottstown, as your congregation. According to HIPAA

regulations, if you provide this information to the Hospital, they will notify us of your admittance. Thank You!

Prayer Shawls/Lap Robes

We now have many beautiful Prayer Shawls/Lap robes to help keep warm on a chilly day. The Shawls are located in the church office. Please feel free to take

a shawl for someone in need.

FOR YOUR INFORMATION…

• St. John’s has a Library, located in the conference room in the Education/Office Building. Members are encouraged to borrow books, supply books to be borrowed, and donate to the library.

• The Community Aide bin in the parking lot is there for us to donate clothing items for the needy. St. John’s receives a small donation per pound from Community Aide.

NEWS FROM LOOSE THREADS

Everyone is welcome! If you love to knit or crochet, please consider joining us. Or, if you do not knit or crochet but would still like to contribute, please consider donating yarn. We make blankets for

baptisms and for those who just need a little extra warmth on a chili day.

From the Loose Threads Team: Jean Baker, Audrey Flickinger, Linda Rohrbaugh, Bonnie Staub and Peggy Tyson.

ARE YOU A THRIVENT MEMBER?

Please let us know by calling the office 717-259-0796, emailing

stjohnsatown@comcast.net, or by stopping in to see us. There are many benefits for Thrivent members that you may not be aware of. If you need

help Pastor Shawn and Donna are available to assist.

ARE YOU A CUSTOMER OF AERO ENERGY?

We’ve received several checks from Aero Energy. Thank you to all who are

participating! Please contact Donna in the office for more information on how you can help donate to St. John’s just by making your propane/oil payment.

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Confirmation Camp Confirmation camp will be held at Camp Nawakwa Sunday, June 11th through

Friday, June 16th. Students going into 7

th grade are eligible to attend, and you are able

to attend for three consecutive years. This is an amazing ministry, one which St.

John’s places as a priority by paying for the entire week of camp. See Pastor Shawn

for more information.

What’s happening with our Youth?

Send Your Kid to Camp This Summer

Camp Catalogs are available or check out information on the web.

Go to http://www.lutherancamping.org/summer/.

Did you know that St. John’s will help pay for camp?

We will pay ½ of the fee for each child or youth going to a regular

week of camp.

Peanut Butter Egg Sale

St. John’s Youth will be making Peanut Butter Eggs for the Easter Season. During the

month of March, youth will be filling pre-orders. Make sure you stop by the

Fellowship Hall to place your order. Orders will be available for pick-up on Sunday

April 9th and Easter Sunday. This fundraiser will help pay for the National Youth

Gathering in 2018.

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RUTH’S HARVEST

Ruth’s Harvest is a Backpack Ministry in our community. Donations need to be individual servings and individually wrapped. St. John’s Lutheran Church collects food for Hanover School District and Bermudian Springs Elementary. Please remember to purchase peanut-free products.

Donations should be dropped into appropriately marked bins on the stage of the Fellowship Hall.

SPECIAL NEEDS

RUTH’S HARVEST HANOVER RUTH’S HARVEST BERMUDIAN SPRINGS

Instant Oatmeal & Pop Tarts Beefaroni or Lasagna, Pudding Cups, & Goldfish Crackers Packing Mar 23, 9am Packing Mar 22, 10am

ABBOTTSTOWN/EAST BERLIN FOOD PANTRY

On February 1st, 91 households were

served at the Pantry; which included a total

of 258 individuals.

Volunteers Needed: Anyone is welcome to come and volunteer at the Abbottstown / East Berlin Food Pantry. The Pantry is open every first Wednesday of the month from 2:00pm until 6:00pm at Trinity Lutheran Church, East Berlin.

Simply show up or sign up at www.volunteersignup.org/4344P

The grocery cart located in the elevator lobby is available for monthly donations, nonperishable food and assorted canned goods are always needed.

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FRIDAY NIGHT LENTEN DINNER MENU

IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY

Please join the Knights of Columbus for Friday night dinners starting on March

3rd and ending on April 7th, 2017. Featuring baked or fried fish, and weekly

specials.

Adult Meals are $7.00 or as shown below. Children’s Meals are $3.50, under 5 free.

Dinner is served from 4:45-6:45 PM with Stations of the Cross following at 7 PM.

Take outs are available—please call the Parish Office (259-0611) to place an order

in advance.

Friday, March 3: Baked or Fried Fish, Shrimp Salad Sub or Personal Cheese Pizza.

Friday, March 10: Baked or Fried Fish, Crab Cake ($7.50) or Personal Cheese Pizza.

Friday, March 17: Baked or Fried Fish, Steamed Shrimp (1/2 lb) or Personal Cheese

Pizza.

Friday, March 24: Baked or Fried Fish, Crab Cake ($7.50) or Personal Cheese Pizza.

Friday, March 31: Baked or Fried Fish, Shrimp Salad Sub or Personal Cheese Pizza.

Friday, April 7: Baked or Fried Fish, Fish Chesapeake ($7.50) or Personal Cheese

Pizza.

Adult meals include Beverage, Dessert and 2 of the following: Applesauce, Cole

Slaw, Tossed Salad, French Fries, Mac & Cheese or Stewed Tomatoes.

Children’s Menu: Kraft Mac & Cheese, Personal Cheese

Pizza or Fried Fish.

(Children’s meals are roughly half servings of the adult

portion and are served with applesauce, French fries,

beverage and dessert.

All food limited to quantity on hand. Prices subject to

change due to market availability and changes.

In case of bad weather, please go to one of the

following for cancellation announcements:

TV - CBS 21 or CW 15

Radio - 98.5 FM or 1280 AM

On the Web—www.cbs21.com or www.cw15.com

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Envelope - Special Designated Giving for March:

______________________________________ During the month of March, the Special Designation on your

envelope will go to the ELCA World Hunger.

It is our hope that gifts designated to “Special Designation” in

March go above and beyond someone’s regular giving to the

general fund.

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MARCH SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT

1 Food Pantry 2 3 4

2-6pm

Ash Wednesday AA

Service Al-Anon 7pm

7:00pm

5 6 7 8 9 10 11

Holy Communion Lenten Service

Sunday School IHM - 12:00pm

9:15am AA Al-Anon

Worship 10:30am Al-Anon 7pm 9am - 12pm

Jr. Choir 8:45am

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Holy Communion

Sunday School Lenten Service

9:15am Trinity - 12:00pm

Worship 10:30am AA

Jr. Choir 8:45am Al-Anon 7pm

Book Fair

19 20 21 22 A-town 23 24 25

Holy Communion Ruth’s Harvest Ruth’s Harvest - Al-Anon set-up Al-Anon

Sunday School Packing 10am Hanover—Packing for Sat. mtg. 6pm 8:30am—3:30pm

9:15am 9am

Worship 10:30am Lenten Service AA Cemetery Clean-up

Book Fair St. John’s - 12pm Al-Anon 7pm 8am Coffee &

Conversation

Ruth’s Harvest Sorting

26 27 28 29 30 31

Holy Communion PAL Lunch

Sunday School Lenten Service 9am-1pm

9:15am Emmanuel UCC -

Worship 10:30am Good News & 12:00pm AA

Book Fair ends Brews—6:30pm Al-Anon 7pm

Jr. Choir 8:45am

Rental

Fellowship Hall

1pm -

6pm