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The works of his hands are faithfulness and justice; *
all his commandments are sure. Psalm 111:7
This Sunday we are reminded to live as God and Jesus would have us live. We have the mind of God and Jesus within us. Our Psalm reminds us the God is faithful and just and that God's commandments provide for a good life.
We can always count on God. How are we faithful? How are we faithful to living as God would have us live? How are we faithful to the things we have promised to do?
How are we just? How do we work for justice and what exactly does justice look like?
God's commandments are about how to best live with each other. How do we work out our relationships with each other, showing love, respect and compassion?
Many blessings as you finish your week!
Love, Rebecca+
Announcements
G.I.F.T.
Grow In Faith Together
Parlor People and Godly Play will resume September 9.
Choir Practice will be announced at a later date.
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At Church of the Nativity and St. Stephen
Today is the Blessing of the Backpacks.
Teachers and students are invited to bring their backpacks to be blessed.
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Upcoming Meetings
Tuesday, August 21, Newport Anti-Racism League. Going to see the movie BlacKkKlansman. Contact Rebecca for info.
Thursday, August 23, 2:30pm, Parlor People
Sunday, August 26, 11am, Worship Committee
Thursday, September 6, 10am, Program and Mission Committee
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On September 2, services will be held at St. Stephen’s.|
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Taize’ Tuesdays, 4:45pm.
Twenty minutes of Centering Prayer followed by a Taize’ service.
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Join Us For Breakfast! Wednesdays at 9am.
Women meet at Bitting’s; Men meet at Espresso Yourself.
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Community Events and Opportunities for Service
Riverfront Gallery Call for Artists
The Riverfront Gallery at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Cathedral is calling for two-dimensional, framed works by regional artists. Works will be displayed in a three-month show pairing two artists. A 20% consignment fee benefits local community programs. Sign up at www.STSTEP.ORG/RIVERFRONT-GALLERY
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National Alliance on Mental Illness Peer-to-Peer Recovery Education Course, Tuesdays, September 11 to November 13, 6:30 – 8:30pm, Highland United Presbyterian Church, 11 Church Rd., Newport.
Ten two-hour sessions, recovery-focused educational program for adults who wish to establish and maintain wellness in response to mental health challenges. Free of charge. To register, call 717-620-9580 or email nami.cp.pa@gmail.com
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CCU Flea Market, Friday, September 7, 10am – 2pm and Saturday, September 8, 9am – 1pm, 413 S. 19th Street, Harrisburg.
CCU has a treasure trove of wonderful items; from the sanctuary to the classrooms and closets in their old church building.
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No Way Out 3rd Annual Day of Hope, Saturday, September 15, Cooper Field, Duncannon.
Concert / Community Fair with games, raffles, bounce house, vendors and food to benefit No Way Out’s Suicide Prevention program. Fair takes place 10am – 5pm. There will also be a Run4Hope 5k, $30 entry fee, registration at 8:30am, run starts at 9:30am and a Suicide Prevention Poker Run organized by Dry Bones Soldiers, registration 8am – 8:45am and ride begins promptly at 9am, $15 per rider/driver, $5/passenger. More info is posted in the undercroft.
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From the Diocese
Human Trafficking Hands-on Event, Saturday, August 25, 10am – 2pm, St. Andrew's in the Valley, 4620 Linglestown Road, Harrisburg.
Help place labels on bars of soap which will be delivered to local hotels and truck stops at the second Human Trafficking Awareness Day on October 13. Bring a brown bag lunch, beverages and dessert will be provided. Please RSVP to Cathy Rippeon at cathyww93@aol.com.
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