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The Fishnet – June 2019

Sunday Worship Services

8:00 am and 10:00 am

May 19 – Confirmation Sunday

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Many, many thanks for the surprise reception and gifts that you provided for the celebration of my 40th

anniversary of ordination on May 5! I am both awed and humbled by your kindness and generosity. I am truly grateful for

the privilege of serving as your bridge pastor. I feel truly blessed by God for the opportunity to spend my 39th year of

ordination with you at St. Peter’s. I echo the words of St. Paul who wrote to the church at Philippi, “I thank my God every

time I remember you, constantly praying with joy in every one of my prayers for all of you, because of your sharing in the

gospel from the first day until now.” Philippians 1:3

For those of you who have asked, I began to feel the call to ordained ministry as a child, growing up at Holy Spirit

Lutheran Church, Secane (Delaware County), Pennsylvania. The pastors at that time provided positive role models for me

as preachers, teachers, and caregivers. Encouraged by my family and by my experiences in Luther League (youth group),

campus ministry, and summer camp counseling, I decided to pursue the possibility of ordination. The relationships that I

developed at Upsala College and the Lutheran Theological Seminary at Philadelphia deepened my faith and my

understanding of God’s grace and love.

Approved for ordination by the Southeastern Pennsylvania Synod of the then Lutheran Church in America (LCA),

now the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA), I was ordained by Bishop William Janson on June 3, 1979, at

Messiah Lutheran Church at “Broad and the Boulevard” in Philadelphia. Ten of us were ordained in a large service on that

date at a time when the synod ordained all of those approved for ordination at once.

I suppose that the point of this journey down “memory lane” is that none of us grows in faith in isolation from

others. I certainly didn’t. Just as others are part of our story of faith, so we are part of others’ stories of faith. God calls us

to nourish and support each other along the way. That is how God loves and cares for us. As I celebrate the 40th years of

my ordination, I am glad that God has given me the opportunity over the past year to walk with you.

Rejoicing in those who confirmed their faith on May 19 …

Speaking of journeys of faith, we rejoice with Kate Flagler, Kiara Isabella, Eve Martin, and Steven Silva who

confirmed their faith at the later worship service on May 19. I am thankful for the opportunity to have served as their

teacher over the past year. I offer special thanks to Ken Shanks for his support and participation in the confirmation

program and to Beth Flagler who stepped in as a parental support when Ken could not be there. God’s blessings to all!

Special thanks to St. Peter’s Synod Assembly Voting Members …

I am also deeply grateful to Kim Jerasa, Chris Park, and Phil Tackett who served as St. Peter’s voting members at

the annual Synod Assembly on May 3 and 4 at Franconia Mennonite Church in Telford. This was the first assembly over

which Bishop Patricia Davenport presided. (She was elected bishop at the assembly in 2018.) A report on the Synod

Assembly and more information on synod activities may be found at ministrylink.org.

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Spring Clean-Up Day Our annual church Spring Clean-Up Day was held on Saturday, April 27. The mulch was spread, new tulips were planted, and bushes were trimmed. It looks lovely and spring makes it all look better. Thanks to all who participated.

Lunch Bunch The Lunch Bunch will meet at 12:00 noon on Tuesday, May 28 at The Rockhill Filling Station (1710 N. Ridge Road, Perkasie 18944). All are welcome to join us and enjoy this Dutch treat fellowship. Please call Kerry Furiga (215-257-1707) before May 26 to confirm your attendance. The June 25 meeting of the Lunch Bunch will be held at the Roy Ann Diner (1318 Bethlehem Pike, Sellersville 18960).

Food and Beverage in Dorcas Hall In order to prevent further stains in the sanctuary, we ask that everyone please limit your food and beverages to

the fellowship hall. Your kind cooperation to this matter is greatly appreciated.

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Confirmation Sunday

On Sunday, May 19, four teens were confirmed by Pastor Miller and welcomed into full membership at St. Peter’s Lutheran. Cake and coffee was offered after the 10:00 am Service on May 19 to celebrate the special day. The new confirmands are Kate Flagler, Kiara Isabella, Eve Martin, and Steven Silva. Congratulations to all and to their families!

Pastor Miller, Ken Shanks and the confirmands

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Great attendance for Confirmation Sunday, May 19

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Celebration of Pastor Miller’s 40th Anniversary of Ordination – May 5

Pastor Miller and SE Penna Synod Bishop Patricia Davenport Pastor Miller with his proclamation

Council President Pam Abaza, Pastor Miller, Bishop Patricia Davenport

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Cemetery Information St. Peter’s Union Cemetery has lots available for purchase. Members of either congregation may purchase a single lot at $500. Non-members may purchase a single lot at $1,100.

Perpetual care is included in the price of the gravesite. The choice of marker may be a bronze plaque or a tombstone. Contact Norm Driscoll for sales or additional information.

_________________________________________________________________________________________________ Save the Dates

June 4 9 am to 2 pm Quilters June 9 Pentecost Sunday June 18 9 am to 2 pm Quilters June 17 Council meeting June 25 12 noon Lunch Bunch at the Roy Ann Diner

Church Lawn Tractor For over 25 years our John Deere 420 tractor has provided thousands of hours of service for St. Peter’s. The time

to consider retiring this fine machine is approaching. There is a fair chance that we can get another season or two out of

it. However, we are nearing the point where maintenance costs will no longer be justifiable. We mow slightly more than six

acres of grass using volunteers. It takes approximately 6 man-hours weekly to keep the lawn cut and maintained,

sometimes more than that in the spring. The cost to hire a lawn service is prohibitive. In round numbers, the cost of a lawn

service would equate to buying a new tractor every 3 or 4 years. Please help us in raising enough funds to purchase a

replacement tractor.

Thanks Dear Pastor Miller and my church family: Thank you, Pastor for all your visits and Communion. To all for your

prayers, cards, and visits, and for all the meals you made. Thank you all for taking us for doctor’s appoints, etc. Love and prayers, Bill & Julie Detweiler.

A round of applause and a big “thank you” to all who donated to the Kitchen Supplies Drive. Due to your generosity the kitchen at St. Peter’s is well stocked for future events. Blessings, The Kitchen Members

Church Chat • Input for the July newsletter is due by Thursday, June 20 please.

• Pentecost Sunday is June 9. Red is the liturgical color and you’re encouraged to wear something red that day. Geraniums will decorate the church. The order form is at the end of this newsletter.

• BFF is finished and will resume in September. Pastor Miller will continue to offer a Children’s Sermon at the 10:00am Service throughout the summer.

• Good Shepherd Episcopal, Hilltown has their annual book sale (the best in Bucks County) on June 1 and 2 and June 7 & 8. This HUGE book sale offers over 42,000 books with prices at $1/hardback and $.50 for paperbacks. Children’s books are $.25 each!! The variety of books is outstanding. Help support a local congregation by purchasing your summer beach reading here. The selection is outstanding and extremely well-organized.

• Interfaith Philadelphia has a one day workshop on Tuesday, June 18 beginning at 9:00 am. Held at Oxford Mills, this Facilitator Training is for those who want to feel better able to lead interfaith dialogue. Training will include a mid-day visit to a local faith community, lunch, a book, workbook, and a facilitator’s guide. Reservations are due by June 8 (amc.interfaithphiladelphia.org).

• There is no Worship & Music meeting in June. The next meeting will be Tuesday, July 16 at 1:00pm.

• September 8 is “God’s Work Our Hands” Sunday. Details will be posted in future newsletters.

• October 5 will be the annual Blessing of the Animals. Details to follow.

• October 6 is “Go Orange for Animals” Sunday. More information will be in a future newsletter.

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Congregational Staff To arrange a Pastoral visit, email or call the church office (see below).

• Rev. Raymond Miller, Bridge Pastor 215-822-9075 (Pastor’s office) Pastoral emergency: 267-733-5243 stpeterslc@comcast.net

Office hours: Monday and Wednesday mornings, 10 am to 12 noon and by appointment

• Sue Fellman Jacob, Parish Administrator 215-822-9108 Office hours: Monday through Thursday, 9:00am to 2:00pm stpeterslc@comcast.net

• Norman Geist, Organist

• Bill Gottshall, Worship Ensemble Leader Susan Scherffel, Worship Ensemble Leader

• Jeff Thompson, Sexton

St. Peter’s Congregational Council Pam Abaza, President (term ends: December 2021) 2nd Term (215) 500-8458 pamela_abaza@merck.com Diane Gall, Vice-President (term ends: December 2020) 1st Term (215) 651-1112 alottagall@verizon.net Linda Ertel, Secretary (term ends: December 2021) 2nd Term (215) 712-9820 lmertel@verizon.net Ken Shanks, Treasurer (completed two terms on council as of December 2015) (267) 424-0202 Kshanks6@gmail.com Spencer Butterwick (term ends: December 2021) 1st Term (215) 881-7464 ssb1@psu.edu

Rick Daubert (term ends: December 2020) 1st Term (215) 830-1270 rdoubled1@verizon.net Debra Detweiler (term ends: December 2020) 1st Term (267) 228-0530 detweiler32658@gmail.com Patti Dowse (term ends: December 2019) 1st Term (215) 738-2781 privateagreement@gmail.com Joan Gerhart (term ends: December 2019) 1st Term (215) 822-9186 jjcjd@yahoo.com Phil Tackett (term ends: December 2019) 2nd Term

(215) 896-1775 Lpt2829@gmail.com

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As of May 26, 2019

God’s Protection and Safety:

On all who drive buses, trains & planes. For all the service men & women especially:

Seaman Abigail Gall, US Coast Guard, daughter of Diane & Chris Gall

God’s Healing: Parishioners: *Kristine Martin, Blanche Wimmer, June Bair, Bob Bair, Bob Snider, Joe Haenn, Owen Hilton, Jim Lynch, Jean Gugger, Charles Gehman, Bob Bergey, Mary VanThyne, Jim Ertel, Sharon Senigo, Mary Ettore, Jeff Flagler, Sandie Driscoll. * - new addition God’s Healing: Friends and family: *York Cassel (husband of quilter, Sue Cassel), Gene Gugger (son of Jean & Gene Gugger), Brooke Smith (friend of Donna Blackburn), Aidan Drakeley (Carol Barringer’s grandson), Ryan Stetler (friend of John Snyder), Lauren Gugger (granddaughter of Gene & Jean Gugger), Gail Coltrain (friend of Bill Gottshall family), Holly Olsen (friend of Charles Rizzo), Ann Weikel (sister-in-law of Sue Jacob), Faye Slack (daughter of Blanche Wimmer), Betty Zepp (relation to Maryann Zepp), Donna Kuehlewind (friend of Deb Detweiler), Kay Moyer (friend of Hope Garrett), Phil Richard, June Breithaupt (mother of June Bair), Arlene Leonard (Gene Gugger’s sister), Steve Traynor (friend of Sandie Driscoll), Jim Hardy (son of Peg & Ed Hardy), Barbara Jones (Danielle Simpkins’ mother), Al Palmer (friend of Dean Jerasa), Mark Newbold (friend of Charles Rizzo), Rhelda Warriner (sister of Rita Bixler), Donna Cross (friend of Jim & Linda Ertel), Debbie Breithaupt (sister-in-law of June Bair), Mason Long and Randy (grandsons of Peg & Ed Hardy), Brandon Latham (friend of Scherffel family), Chase Yarns (nephew of Tammy Daubert), George Yarns (father of Tammy Daubert), Patricia Deitz (sister of Bob Bair), Debra Scott (Sue Scherffel’s cousin), Butch Trucksess (brother-in-law of Donna and Brian Blackburn), Michael Burgess (brother of Kim Jerasa), Joseph Hartner (brother-in-law of Michael Ettore, Sr.). * - new addition [Names for healing will stay on the printed list for 1 month]

God’s Comfort & Peace: For our homebound members: Ted Fickert (Dock Woods), Joe Haenn, Bob Bergey, Blanche Wimmer (Lutheran Community at Telford), Esther Saylor and Tillie Murray (Hidden Meadows on the Ridge), Betty Nash (Springhouse Estates), Bill and Julie Detweiler, Ted Hilmer, Mary VanThyne (Home). God’s Grace for the Family & Friends who mourn the death of: +Betty Rohrs, +Edna Ney, Harry Kieffer (Deb Detweiler’s brother-in-law), John Rizzo (brother of Charles Rizzo), +Doris Hardy, +Bonnie Lesh, James Seward, Sr (father of Jim Seward), +Marge Moll, +Glen Kramer, Charles Zepp (Maryann Zepp relation), Doris C. Blackburn (mother of Brian Blackburn), +Ilse Mondry, Ira Kerns, Jr. (brother of Betty Jean Nemec), Clyde Bishop (brother of Peg Hardy). [ +indicates a member of St. Peter’s. Names will stay on the printed list for 1 year]

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St. Peter’s own Bill Gottshall is at the keyboard for these shows!!

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4-H at St. Peter’s

Horsin' Around 4-H Horse Club

Want to learn more about horses? This is the club for you. You don't need to own a horse or even ride a horse to

join us! We learn all about horses: from the care of horses, different characteristics of breeds, different types of feed, horse colors, different types of tack, and diseases of horses; these are just some of things we learn about at each meeting.

We welcome any kid interested in learning more about horses. We do a variety of community service projects and complete a horse project book.

The only requirements for joining is to have fun together learning about horses! We have lots of different opportunities available from the rider to the non-rider. We do horse clinics, participate in

shows, and have a Horse Bowl and hippology team (kids compete with a buzzer to answer knowledge-based questions about horses).

Want to meet a horse loving friend like yourself? Join us the 3rd Sunday of each month at St.Peter’s Lutheran Church. For more info contact horsinaroundbucks4h@ gmail. 4-H is for kids 8-18 years old but parents are welcome to attend as well!

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4-H at St. Peter’s

Scales & Tails Reptile Club

Scales & Tails 4- H reptile club is a club for our nature lovers who enjoy going out into nature and finding the reptile and amphibians in nature. When the weather is too cold to enjoy the creatures in their native environment we learn more about different reptiles and amphibians inside.

Members range in age from 8-18 years old. Having your own reptile is not a necessity. Many members participate in the August Grange Fair show with the reptiles they do own. We do nature walks and native species studies, community service projects and have a lot of fun.

We meet at St..Peter’s Lutheran Church on the 2nd Sunday monthly. If interested in more information or joining contact scalestailsbc4h@gmail.com.

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June 2019

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

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2 8am & 10:00am Worship Services

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4 9 am – Quilters 7pm – Boy Scouts Committee mtg

5 12n – AA

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7pm – Boy Scouts

7 12n – AA

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9 8 am & 10:00 am Worship Services 1-3: 4H meeting

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12 12n – AA

13 Newsletter input due 7pm – Boy Scouts

14 12n – AA

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16 8am & 10:00am Worship Services 2-4: 4H meeting

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7 pm – Council mtg

18 9 am – Quilters

19 12n – AA

20 Newsletter emailed 7pm – Boy Scouts

21 12n – AA

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23 8 am & 10:00 am Worship Services

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25 12:00 noon – Lunch Bunch

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12n – AA

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Monthly Assisting Ministers Calendar – June 2019

Date Time Ushers Greeters Acolyte Crucifer Scripture Prayer Server Altar Guild Counters

6/2/19

8:00 am TEAM A D Detweiler & P Hardy

P Hardy & S Davenport

D Bell P Tackett L Tackett **H Lee D Gall K Park & L Ertel

J Johnson & M Fickert

10:00 am TEAM A

**A Scherffel & D Simpkins

R Johnson

L Lombardo A Reice K Ballard R Daubert P Dowse

6/9/19

8:00 am TEAM B P Tackett & D Bell E

Rebnegger K Shanks **Lou Bell D Gall Lisa Bell

D Detweiler & P Abaza

D & S Texter

10:00 am TEAM B

R Johnson & G Gerhart

D & D Fell B Flagler K Flagler T Daubert **T Daubert P Abaza

6/16/19 8:00 am TEAM C W & C Fellman

P Hardy & S Davenport

K Shanks J Snyder **L Tackett J Smith P Tackett P Dowse &

C Rizzo K Jerasa & N Driscoll

10:00 am TEAM C

C Simpkins & G Gugger

D & S Texter P Dowse **L

Lombardo K Jerasa K Jerasa M Zepp

6/23/19 8:00 am TEAM D

J & B Snider J & D Snyder D Bell H Lee H Garrett **H Garrett E Rebnegger R Bixler &

L Lombardo P Dowse &

C Rizzo

10:00 am TEAM D R Johnson &

G Gerhart P Dowse &

C Rizzo **N Driscoll S Butterwick B Schwab T Schwab L Lombardo

6/30/19 8:00 am TEAM E S & E Rebnegger W & C Fellman D Bell F Park **P Tackett D Gall P Tackett

D & S Texter D & S Texter

10:00 am TEAM E

C Simpkins & A Scherffel

R Johnson S Texter D Texter C Evans **C Evans S Fischer

7/7/19 8:00 am TEAM F J & D Snyder E

Rebnegger K Shanks J Snider J Smith **D Gall

J Johnson & M Fickert

10:00 am TEAM F **D & S Texter N & S Driscoll C Rizzo P Dowse M Zepp M Zepp K Jerasa

YOU STILL NEED TO CONTACT YOUR TEAM LEADER WITH CHANGES. The yellow, highlighted names with double stars are team leaders.

Please arrive 10 minutes before the Service, so the Team Leader knows you are available.