holy week schedule - east fairview
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THE PARISH NEWS
Church of the Brethren
APRIL 2014
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7 Fairview
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Holy Week Schedule
(April 13-20, 2014)
Sunday, April 13th – Palm Sunday Worship (9:00am) Christian Education Classes (10:20am)
Thursday, April 17th – Maundy Thursday Love Feast & Communion Service (7:00pm) Friday, April 18th – Good Friday Community Good Friday Service at Pleasant View Sunday, April 20th – Easter Sunday Easter Sunrise Service (6:00am) Continental Breakfast in the Café (8:00am) Worship (9:00am) Christian Education Classes (10:20am)
April Worship Schedule
Terms of Salvation: What Jesus Achieved for Us on the Cross
April 6th - Propitiation: God’s not angry at you! (1 John 2:1-2) April 13th - Palm Sunday. Reconciliation: Enemies no more! (1 Corinthians 5:17-21; Romans 5:9-11) April 20th - Easter Sunday. Redemption: Free at last! (Ephesians 1:7; Galatians 3:13; 1 Peter 1:18-21) April 27th - Adoption: Plenty of room in the family!
OUR VISION We invite you to the Gospel of Jesus Christ …
Believe It! Live It! Share It!
OUR MISSION In obedience to Jesus Christ and empowered by the Holy Spirit, we…
Embrace all people
Equip believers
Pursue the Lost
Serve the needs of people…
This we do to the glory of God!
Sunday Morning CHURCH OFFICE ~ 665-4873 One Worship Service
9:00 AM Visit us at our web site: www.eastfairview.com
Sunday School 10:20 AM
Jinny Petrosky, Secretary Mon- Fri, 9am-1pm
(e-mail: [email protected]) Jimm A. Roland, Pastor (e-mail: [email protected])
September 28, 2014 Sally Young, Coordinator of Music Ministries (e-mail: [email protected])
April 17, 2014 (e-mail: [email protected])
Love Feast Ryan Dunlevy, Director of Youth and Young Adult Ministries
Mandi Stoltzfus, Family Ministries Coordinator Tues, Thurs, 10am-2pm (e-mail: [email protected])
THE A.N.E. DISTRICT NEWSLETTER If you are interested in the District newsletter, stop by the
rotating brochure rack in the narthex, go to www.cob-net.org/church/ane or contact the church office.
REMINDER…please call the church at 665-4873, or email [email protected], to let Pastor Jimm know about hospitalizations or prayer requests.
Audio sermons are available on the church web site. However, if you cannot wait for it to be posted on the website, you can either e‐mail the church at [email protected] or Dave Barley at [email protected].
Daily Devotionals are available East Fairview makes two daily devotionals (OUR DAILY BREAD and THE UPPER ROOM) available for your personal or family devotions. Both devotionals are for anyone to pick up and use. You may find these devotionals in the pockets by the lobby bulletin board. The UPPER ROOM devotional even has a large print version available. Please feel free to use these resources as you grow in your faith.
Thinking about becoming a member of East Fairview?? If you are interested in becoming a member of East Fairview Church by transferring of your membership, reaffirmation of your faith or water baptism, please let Pastor Jimm know of your interest.
1 Worship Team Meeting (3:00pm) 2 JUICE Night (5:45-8:00pm) 3 Discipleship Team Meeting (6:00pm) ESM Team Meeting (7:00pm) 6 Worship Service (9:00am) Christian Education Classes (10:20am) 8 Hospitality Team Meeting (7:00pm) Stewardship Team Meeting (7:00pm) 9 Men’s Connection Breakfast at Lintia’s (6:00am) Spring Fling (5:45pm– meal; 6:45pm– program) 10 Newsletter information for May due! Leaders Team Meeting (7:00pm) 12 Men’s Morning in the Café (7:00am) 13 Palm Sunday Worship Service (9:00am) Christian Education Classes (10:20am) 17 Love Feast & Communion Service (7:00pm) 18 Community Good Friday Service
20 XtáàxÜ fâÇwtç Easter Sunrise Service (6:00am) Continental Breakfast in the Café (8:00am) Worship Service (9:00am) Christian Education Classes (10:20am) 23 Men’s Connection Breakfast at Lintia’s (6:00am) 24 Congregational Business Meeting (7:00pm) 26 Men’s Morning in the Café (7:00am) Spring Clean-Up 27 Worship Service (9:00am) Christian Education Classes (10:20am) Spiritual Nurture Team Meeting (6:00pm)
I am overwhelmed with all the love shown to me by my brothers and sisters in Christ. Also for Pastor Jimm’s encouragement before surgery and his visits, and for all the beautiful cards, phone calls, visits, flowers, food, and gifts. In the Bible it brings to my mind 1 Corinthians 13.
Love back to all, Shirley Haldeman
Thank you for your prayers, cards, visits, and concerns during my surgery and recovery at home.
Mel Graybill Thank you to the Cemetery Board for paying the bill for mowing the grass around the church and the softball field in 2013.
Stewardship Team
Church Family News Congratulations to…
◊ Jeff & Samantha Ochoa upon the birth of their daughter, Sofia Noel, born on February 15th!
◊ Casey & Christina Frey upon the birth of their daughter, Piper Willow, born on March 3rd!
◊ Justin & Crystal Gibble upon the birth of their son, Troy Dylan, on Wednesday, March 19th.
Our Christian Sympathy to...
◊ Helen Ziegler and her family upon the death of her sister, Grace Lefever, on March 25th.
Team Leader Update
◊ Dennis Fahnestock has voluntarily left his position as leader of the Gifts Discernment Team in order to accept the position as leader of the Spiritual Nurture Team.
Rob Bires 4/01 Steve Edris 4/01 Mary Lou Shirk 4/01 Thelma Shenk 4/02 J. Donald Weaver 4/03 Parker Blanck 4/04 Eileen Fahnestock 4/04 Linda Fahnestock 4/05 Preston Martin 4/06 Michael Martin 4/09 Marshall Martin 4/10 Larry Snavely 4/10 Brenda Gantz 4/11 Marlin Gibble 4/11 Rob Dagen 4/12 Donald Diffenderfer 4/12 Marcus Vener 4/12 Elwyn Estabrook 4/13 Deb Weaver 4/13 Esther Balmer 4/14 Katelyn Hoover 4/14
This is the day the LORD has made;
let us rejoice and be glad in it. Psalms 118:2
Bella Statler 4/14 Joanne King 4/15 Steve Ecenrode 4/16 Lester Stehman 4/16 Glenn Thomas 4/17 Charles Nauman 4/18 Dan Fry 4/19 Taylor Mumma 4/19 Marsha Pickel 4/19 Steph Hoover 4/21 Kody Balmer 4/22 Rochelle Fry 4/22 Daphne Saks 4/24 Taylor Rohrer 4/25 Jason Saks 4/26 Reinhold Berg 4/27 Lisa Piero 4/27 Alyssa Edris 4/29 Joe Herneisen, Sr. 4/29 Norman Minnick 4/29 Betty Nauman 4/29
Happy Birthday to those who celebrate birthdays in April! Please notify the church office of any corrections or additions.
Mennonite & Brethren Marriage & Engaged Encounters
Marriage Encounter dates for 2014: June 6-8, Oct. 24-26 - Kenbrook Bible Camp, Lebanon, PA
Engaged Encounter dates for 2014: April 11-13, May 16-18, Aug. 8-10, Sept. 26-28, Dec. 5-7 - Kenbrook Bible Camp
For details, call 569-5676 or email [email protected].
COBYS Events for 2014
Wednesday, April 16, 2014, 6pm - Wenger Foundation Praise Dinner, Lebanon Expo
Sunday, September 7, 2014, 1pm - COBYS Bike & Hike, Lititz COB
Ken Kreider is again offering air-conditioned coach transportation from Ephrata, Lancaster, Elizabethtown, and Carlisle to Annual Conference in Columbus. To keep costs down, the coach will drive directly to Conference on July 2, arriving in time for the opening service, and return home on July 6, leaving after the final Amen. We will be housed in the Hyatt Hotel, connected to the Convention Center by a walkway. For more information and reservations, please write to Ken Kreider, 1300 Bear Creek Rd., Elizabethtown, PA 17022, call 367-7622, or email [email protected].
Brethren Housing Association Honor Thy Mother by Golfing or Biking: Friday, May 9th and Saturday, May 10th. You can honor your mother and the moms at Brethren Housing Association by golfing or biking on Mother’s Day Weekend. Friday, May 9th is BHA’s Golf Tournament at ParLine Golf Course (noon-6:30pm) with plenty of contests and fun prizes to take home to the “mom” in your life. Saturday, May 10th is BHA’s Spring Thaw Bike Tour at Mt. Wilson CoB (8am-1pm). This year’s bike event includes two road loops (50 or 25 miles) plus a family-friendly option on the Lancaster-Lebanon Rail-Trail--all followed by a Bike Rodeo, lunch, and prizes. To get involved, contact Chris Fitz at [email protected] or 233-6016 or visit www.bha-pa.org/events. Pamphlets are available in the lobby.
May 1st – National Day of Prayer
May 4th – Friendship Community is leading Worship
May 11th – Mother’s Day!
May 18th – 50 Year Member Recognition
May 26th – Memorial Day
For those Young Adults who are ages 18-35, there is a conference for you! The Young Adult Conference, YAC, is scheduled for May 23-25, 2014 at Camp Brethren Woods, Keezletown, VA. Online registration is currently open. More details at www.brethren.org/yac. This three-day event typically takes place at a Brethren camp and is full of worship, fun, and fellowship. Come to catch up with old friends and to meet new ones! We’ll explore God’s word and learn about what it means to be a young adult in the Church of the Brethren.
To view the Atlantic Northeast District’s March/April Newsletter
Go to: http://ane‐cob.com/
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Please forward all changes to me. Thanks!
Jinny Petrosky, Secretary
Happy Anniversary to… Larry & Linda Rohrer 4/03 Married 49 years Cliff & Vera Gibble 4/06 Married 62 years Bernie & Joyce Shenk 4/08 Married 52 years Jeff & Daphne Saks 4/10 Married 38 years Cletus & Lois Balmer 4/13 Married 40 years Shaun & Becky Schatz 4/13 Married 12 years Doug & Julie Martin 4/15 Married 19 years Chuck & Lori Dietz 4/18 Married 27 years Donald & Esther Diffenderfer 4/21 Married 68 years
Senior Adult Trips Saturday, April 22 - HIGHLIGHTS OF PHILLY featuring a 2-hour boat ride, buffet dinner with musical entertainment on The Spirit of Philadelphia followed by American Treasures Tour. Transportation by Elite Coach. Cost: $98/person.
Tuesday, May 20 - MYSTERY TOUR. 8am-6pm. Enjoy a new experience! Transportation by Elite Coach. Cost $98/person includes a hearty lunch.
Monday, June 16 - Thursday, June 19 - CAPE COD & AREA ATTRACTIONS. Cost: $649/person. Includes Elite Coach transportation, 3 nights lodging dbl occ, 6 meals (including a lobster dinner), and admission fees.
Wednesday, July 2 - Sunday, July 6 - COB ANNUAL CONFERENCE in Columbus, OH. $549/person including Elite Coach transportation, 4 nights lodging, 2 buffet meals enroute.
Monday, July 14 - Friday, July 25 - PACIFIC NORTHWEST TOUR from Seattle to San Francisco, including several National Parks with Ted Winder, an excellent guide. Cost: $4,598/person dbl occ, all admission fees, round trip air fare & bus transportation, all breakfasts, 6 dinners, 3 lunches, gratuities.
Brochures available for all tours. Not much walking on first four tours listed. Everyone welcome. Avoid disappointment by registering early. Questions?
Call Earl Ziegler, 560-6488 or email [email protected].
Walk for Life Make a difference for life by joining Susquehanna Valley Pregnancy Services for the 2014 Walk for Life on Saturday, May 10 at Calvary Church in Lancaster or South Hills Park in Lebanon. Walkers, runners, motorcyclists, sponsors, and volunteers are needed. Go to www.svps.org for more information or to register online.
Blood Drive When: Thursday, May 15th, 2:00-7:00pm Where: East Fairview large fellowship hall
If you can donate, please plan to attend. Questions contact Sharon at 665-3536 What will be different about the 2014 District Conference?
This District Conference will be a one‐day conference, held on Saturday, October 4, 2014. Registration will begin at 7am, and the conference will conclude at approx. 4pm. A worship service will be held after lunch with Paul Mundey, pastor of the Frederick (MD) Church and well‐known Brethren speaker, delivering the message. At area meetings, attendees will have opportunities to learn, discuss, and ask questions regarding a proposed by‐law change. There will also be time for additional questions and sharing regarding district ministries and happenings. Agendas will be sent at a later date.
Lancaster Area Meeting ‐ 7:00pm, Tuesday, September 9th
New District Facebook Page Find us on Facebook and ‘like’ our page to receive updates from the District. Invite others too!
Messenger Magazine *Copies of the Messenger Magazine (the official publication of the Church of the Brethren) are available in the church library and on the revolving rack in the lobby. Check it out! Articles in the March 2014 issue include:
*Checking the climate---women in ministry…At the Clergy Women’s Retreat, held in January, Cheryl Brumbaugh-Cayford spoke with several clergywomen about the current climate for women in ministry in the Church of the Brethren. *The centennial of a Brethren poet…William Stafford, one of America’s most celebrated poets, would have turned 100 in Janu-ary. But, in Brethren circles anyway, the 20th Consultant in Poetry to the Library of Congress was known not just for his poetry, but also as a fellow churchman and a conscientious objector. *Cleared for take-off-together…In his travels thus far as Bethany Seminary’s new president, Jeff Carter has encountered anew the vast differences in the Church of the Brethren---from Kansas to California, and from Minnesota to Arizona. But he also has noted a common thread that binds us together. *The irritating call to love one another…Tim Harvey, former An-nual Conference moderator and pastor, calls readers to engage in courageous discipleship, which, he says, sometimes means “just putting up with the person sitting on the pew across from us.”
MEN’S GROUPS *Men’s Morning in the café All men are invited to Men’s Morning in the Café on Saturday, April 12th and Saturday, April 26th. We gather in the church café from 7:00-8:15am for some refreshments, Bible study, discussion, and prayer. We are currently using the video series entitled “Authentic Manhood: A Man and His Story”. We hope that this time together will be an encouragement to you and your faith. If you have any questions about this, contact Scott Moyer or Pastor Jimm. *Men’s Breakfast Connection Men are invited to Men’s Breakfast Connection on Wednesday, April 9th and Wednesday, April 23rd. We meet at Lintia’s Restaurant from 6:00-7:00am to eat breakfast, enjoy fellowship, and discuss lessons from the “Authentic Manhood: A Man and His Design” video series. If you are interested in being part of this group, please contact Pastor Jimm at [email protected] or 665-4873.
Keeping our children safe here at East Fairview is priority number one when it comes to kids programming. Strengthening families & relationships, protecting church workers and reducing the risk of legal action are just a few of the addi-tional reasons we are beginning to implement background checks for those who work with kids ages 0-18. If you currently volunteer with children (i.e. nursery care, J.U.I.C.E. Night, VBS, etc.) you will be contacted in the upcoming weeks to submit information for a background check. It will take less than 10 minutes of your time to fill out the form. The form is streamlined and simple; the only information you may need to look up is your driver's license number. If there are any questions about this process, please feel free to contact Mandi Stoltzfus, Family Ministries Coordinator, at 203-1794 or [email protected]. Thank you to our current volunteers who provide warm, caring and stimulating environments for our kids! We couldn't do it without you.
2014 Show N’ Shine The 2014 Show N’ Shine will be held on Saturday, June 21st, rain or shine. Mark your calendars and plan to join to us. You can get an egg sandwich and check out the items at the Teen Central Yard Sale. Bring a car, classic, antique, street rod, tractor, motorcycle...any type of vehicle is welcome. Parking starts at 9am and the show runs from 10am-2pm. Goodie bags and dash plaques go to the first 100 vehicles. Call Steve or Sharon at 665-3536 to pre-register. There is no registration fee, but we do collect canned goods for the local food bank. Invite your friends and neighbors to come out for a fun day. Children’s activities start at 10:30am; games, crafts, story time, and of course the barrel express ride. Adults will be able to try the fan belt toss and answer some trivia questions. Hamburgers, hot dogs, and pulled pork sandwiches will be available for lunch. Of course we’ll be mixing up delicious milkshakes for a cool treat. Yard sale, car show, music, children’s activities, good food...sounds like fun to me! Highlight June 21st on your calendar and save the date for a church and community day. Don’t forget when you do spring cleaning to set aside some items to donate for the Teen Central yard sale. Drop off dates and times will be given at a later time. We will also be looking for donated baked goods and people to help with the food, children’s activities, parking, and handing out goodie bags. If you would be interested in any of these areas let us know. It takes a lot of people to have a successful event!
Hope you can join us! Thank you, Steve and Sharon
Spring Clean Up Day The ESM team is planning a clean up day on Saturday, April 26th. If you would be interested in spending a few hours doing yard work for our older members, please save the date. If you are someone who needs help with some trimming, mowing, limb cleanup type work, please contact the church office and we'll compile a list of the needs. More details will be coming in the weeks to come.
Anyone interested in playing softball this season, please call or text Greg Berkey at 201-5756. Practice will start in early April...if the snow ever stops.
ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASSES
QUARTERLY ~ Room #112 (Downstairs)
CONNECTIONS ~ Conference Room (Upstairs-Across from Nursery)
“Work as Worship” by J.D. Greear
INSIGHTS ~ Café (Downstairs) This week “The Story” continues, but don’t worry, you can jump in any time,
because the focus of THIS story is to discover where YOUR life story intersects with the “God story.” Ed Dagen welcomes all, especially those who
may have trouble attending every week. So drop in!
JOBS ~ Room #113 (Downstairs) First we need to answer the question “Who was Satan in the book of Job?” Then we need to discover just WHY God would ever allow such horrible
things to happen to a blameless man. More than that, why does God allow us to suffer at all. THESE are the questions, but also the LESSONS of Job. Join
in for deep and challenging discussions.
CONGREGATIONAL BUSINESS MEETING Thursday, April 24th at 7:00pm
The Spring Congregational Business Meeting of East Fairview Church of the Brethren will be held Thursday, April 24th at 7:00pm in the church sanctuary. This is your opportunity, as a church member, to be involved in the decision making process of the church.
*Please plan to attend on Thursday, April 24th.
The Spring celebration of Love Feast and Communion is scheduled for Thursday, April 17th at 7:00pm in our large fellowship hall. All Christians, whether you are a member of East Fairview or not, are invited to join us in remembering the sacrifice of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Child care is provided.
(*One way to prepare for this time is to take some time and meditate on all that Jesus Christ sacrificed and suffered on
your behalf. Center your thoughts on Jesus.)
Creative Church Workshop Saturday, May 3rd, 9am-3pm (lunch on your own)
Ephrata CoB - $30 per person A day-long workshop with demonstrations and hands-on projects to help your church encourage and empower the creative hands of the body of Christ to fulfill your mission. For pastors, church leaders, and creatives of all disciplines. All are welcome.
April 11‐12 Overnighter and District Youth Service project at GAIN
Sunday Nights in April How to win friends and influence people in the digital age series
Sunday Mornings Build a church series and talks
GET REAL this year at Camp Swatara! Summer Camp and Family Camping Registration OPEN!
Summer Camp and the Family Camping Center seasons are right around the corner, so it’s time to sign-up or reserve your site! If you did not receive a brochure in the mail, your congregation’s Camp Rep has extras they can share with you or log on to www.campswatara.org to register online for summer camp or request a site at Family Camp. Campers and families can come in just for the day or plan to stay overnight at Family Camp. Staff-led activities will be provided for registered campers during the day for 1st-6th grade campers. There are lots of exciting ways to GET REAL this summer - don’t miss them!
Spring Into Swatara and Hike Day - April 12th It’s time to Spring Into Swatara at our open house and fun day on Saturday, April 12th from 2:00-5:00pm, individuals and families can enjoy crafts, games, miniature golf, hiking, 4-square, Gaga ball, camp tours, and more! At 5pm we’ll have dinner together and then enjoy some family-friendly entertainment till about 7pm! Cost is just $2 per child and $5 per adult to cover our meal costs. Help us plan by RSVPing on camp’s Facebook page, emailing [email protected], or by contacting the camp office. If an afternoon of hiking isn’t enough, you can come early to enjoy a self-guided or group hiking experience on camp’s extensive trail network. Groups will leave on various routes at approximately 9am if you want to hike with others. Bring your own bagged lunch or sign up for one for just $5 and be at camp by 9am to pack it!
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A fabulous way to end our J.U.I.C.E. Night year!
Performances & displays by children of all ages. Let’s celebrate the gifts the Creator has given!
What: When: Where:
Wednesday April 9, 2014
5:45 pm (Dinner) 6:45 pm (Program)
J.U.I.C.E. Night's annual Spring Fling & Talent Show is right around the corner! This event features our J.U.I.C.E. Night kids on stage, praising God while having lots of fun. Join us for the celebration on Wednesday April 9th at 5:45pm in the fellowship hall. If you are not a regular J.U.I.C.E. Night attendee, please sign up at the Welcome Desk. We want to see you there! Questions? Mandi Stoltzfus, Family Ministries Coordinator @ 203-1794 or [email protected].
Annual Conference bound? Think about traveling by bus from Ephrata or Brethren Village straight through to Columbus, Ohio. No overnight is planned both going to and coming from conference. Four nights lodging at Drury Inn which has a walkway connected to the convention center, breakfast and supper each day, two meals enroute, plus Elite Coach transportation, all for $549,double occupancy. Contact Earl Ziegler (717-569-6488). Rooms are also available to those who need lodging.
Did you know the East Fairview baseball field is becoming a community hub? It will be used virtually every day beginning this spring! Between our own church softball league, Manheim Little League and Manheim Girls Softball, dozens of community members will congregate in and around the field on a daily basis. Most of you are aware the playground equipment beside the ball field is in need of repair. With the anticipated ball field traffic in mind, we are hoping to raise funds for the playground restoration - possibly including new equipment. Please prayerfully consider if you are being called to contribute. Let's continue to serve the needs of all children at East Fairview, whether attending or visiting. If you have questions, or would like to contribute, please contact Mandi Stoltzfus, Family Ministries Coordinator, at 203-1794 or [email protected].