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In you, O Lord, have I taken refuge; *
let me never be ashamed. Psalm 71:1
What does it look like when you take refuge in God? Our faith can provide a deep shelter for us as we navigate through our lives. When we follow God, especially through his Son, Jesus Christ and in companionship with the Holy Spirit, we do go through life differently. Sometimes the way is tough, because it is counter to how society measures us.
We are comforted because the Psalmist of so long ago, also understood this. Sometimes our refuge in God can be embarrassing to us and we pray that we are not ashamed by our deep faith that guides our lives.
May your refuge in God bring you comfort and peace.
Love, Rebecca+
Announcements
G.I.F.T.: Growing in Faith Together
Godly Play and Parlor People will resume September 8.
At Church of the Nativity
Bob Schiesler will preach and preside today and September 1.
The Rev. Canon Robert Alan Schiesler is a native of Bellefonte, PA. He was ordained priest in 1979. He holds degrees in ministry and theology, including the Ph.D. Canon Bob has served in a number of dioceses including as Dean of St. Paul's Cathedral, Iowa and Rector of St. Marks pro cathedral church, Michigan. In 2006, he was named a Canon of Honor in the Episcopal church. In 2017, Queen Elisabeth ll awarded him the honor of Order of St. John for distinguished ministry.
Today we take an additional offering for our Building Fund.
The money donated helps us pay down our mortgage and pay for major repairs.
Rebecca will be on vacation through Friday, September 6.
For pastoral emergencies, please contact Bob Schiesler at 717-982-4000, 717-982-4048 or R.schiesler@comcast.net
On Sunday, September 1 services will be held at St. Stephen’s in Thompsontown.
Upcoming Meetings
Wednesday, September 4, after breakfast, Program and Mission Committee GTO Meeting
September 8, 5pm, PC Pride
Suggestions for Giving To Others (GTO) Funds.
If you have a new recommendation for GTO funding, please contact Lynne Mitchell by September 1. We are planning to give away $20,000 once again.
Taize’ Tuesdays, 4:45pm.
Twenty minutes of Centering Prayer followed by a Taize’ service.
Join Us For Breakfast!
Wednesdays at 9am. Women will meet at Bitting’s this week; Men meet at Espresso Yourself.
The Equal Exchange cart in the Undercroft features fresh olive oil from Palestine and an assortment of our favorite candy bars. |
Also we continue to offer Equal Exchange coffees for our Sunday Coffee Hour. If you would like additional items, we can order them for you. Please contact Jane Hoover or the office.
From the Diocese
Episcopal Church Women Fall Retreat, Friday, September 13 – Sunday, September 15, St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, Shippensburg
“Adventure with the Psalms” presented by Janet Strickler and The Rev. Linda Watkins. A block of rooms has been reserved at Quality Inn and Suites Shippen Place or make reservations at any nearby hotel. Cost of Retreat Program is $75 and includes Saturday lunch and dinner, speaker costs, mailings, and supplies. Registration deadline is August 31. Please see the pamphlet in the undercroft for more info.
Family Retreat! Saturday, September 14, 9am – 3pm, St. Thomas, Lancaster, 301 St. Thomas Road.
Vibrant Faith/Busy World, Praying as a family. Join online at http://givejesus5.rsvpify.com or by calling
717-236-4059.
ICONS in Transformation exhibit of internationally acclaimed Russian-Swedish abstract impressionist Ludmila Pawlowska, September 1 – November 3, St. Stephen’s Episcopal Cathedral, 221 N. Front St.
Gallery will be open Sundays, 12-3 and 3rd in the Burg Fridays, September 20 and October 18.
Meet Artist Ludmila Pawlowska, Saturday, August 31, 7-9pm, St. Stephen’s Episcopal Cathedral.
Cocktail Buffet and Live Music. $25 per guest.
RSVP by August 20, 717-236-4059 or churchadmin@ststep.org
U.S. Immigration: The Basics Webinar, Thursday, September 19, 1pm.
“U.S. Immigration – The Basics” is a 50-minute overview of U.S. Immigration history, laws, and system. Whether you’re working with refugees, immigrants, the unauthorized, or you’re a curious citizen and want to understand U.S. Immigration – this webinar is for you. Register at https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_dLBCXacPS1OqKSH8aANWPA
St. Stephen’s Episcopal Cathedral and Trinity Episcopal Church, Pro-Cathedral will host Pilgrimage to Scotland 2020!
Join our cathedrals as we travel with Thin Places Mystical Tours from May 15-24, 2020. Individuals will be responsible for their travel to and from Edinburgh, Scotland. Wheelchair accessibility limited in most places and terrain is often uneven. Contact The Rev. Shayna Watson once you registered or if you have questions, swatson@ststep.org, 717-236-4059. Follow this link for detailed itinerary and Payment instructions for "The Monk's Trail." https://thinplacestour.com/monks-trail-scotland-tour-2020/
Community Events and Opportunities for Service
El Paso elementary school teachers requesting postcards to be mailed to their students to remind them that there's still good in the world.
Postcards can be mailed to:
E. Flores Teresa Garrett
Hillside Elementary Tom Lara Elementary
4500 Clifton Ave. 4851 Marcus Uribe Dr.
El Paso, TX 79903 El Paso, TX 79934
CCU’s Chat & Chew, Thursday, August 29, 6:30pm, Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church, 2339 N. 6th Street, Harrisburg
Sharing stories about race. Host Pastor – Dr. Rodney D. Smalls. For more info call – 717-763-4537
Bethany Children’s Home of Womelsdorf, PA will be providing a Helping Hands program to temporarily shelter unaccompanied children who have crossed our borders to enter the United States.
These children are seeking to reunite with their families. The children, are in desperate need of a safe and appropriate shelter. A wish list is available at
http://www.bethanyhome.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/Helping-Hands-Wish-List.pdf and posted in the undercroft.
Savor: A Strolling Supper, Saturday, September 7, 5-8pm, (5-6pm VIP cocktail hour, 6-8pm strolling supper), LEAF Farm, 554 Warm Springs Road, Landisburg
Join LEAF for their signature event where the region’s best chefs and farmers partner to create innovative dishes paired with masterful beverages. Ticket sales will be begin in July. Follow LEAF on Instagram and Facebook @leafprojectpa for updates.
100th Year American Legion Extravaganza, Sat., Sept. 7, 12-10pm, Sun., Sept. 8, 11am-6pm.
A celebration of Veterans serving Veterans. Military recruiters, military vehicles, fly over on Saturday, VA Hospitals, Beer and Wine Garden, Local First Responders, County VFW Posts, Veterans Service Officer for Perry County, Legion Riders on Sunday at 11am, Vendors, Kid Inflatables and Games, Local Food Vendors and More!
GriefShare Support Group, 13-week program begins Thursday, September 5, 3 – 5pm, Christ Lutheran Church, 46 W, High Street, New Bloomfield.
Help and encouragement after the death of a spouse, child, family member or friend. Please register by August 29 by contacting Pastor Michael Boehm at 717-536-0163 or Revboehm@yahoo.com
Harmony Walk, Sunday, September 15, 2pm at the entrance to Goodwin Memorial Baptist Church, 2447 Green Street, Harrisburg and ending at Hadee Mosque, 245 Division Street, Harrisburg.
The walk route includes Jewish, Christian, and Islamic houses of worship. At each stop, a leader will share words of wisdom about the values of unity and harmony. People of all religions, including Buddhist, Baha’i, Hindu, Sikh, and those of no specific faith are invited. A bus will be provided at Goodwin Memorial for individuals with walking difficulty. Parking is available at Goodwin Memorial and Hadee Mosque. A light early dinner will be provided by the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, at the end of the walk. For additional information, please contact Rev. Cynthia Mara at interfaithcenter@juno.com or Behzad Zandieh at bzandieh@hotmail.com
Central PA Youth Ministries 17 Annual Adult Fundraising Dinner, Sunday, September 29, 6pm, Newport Family Life Center
RSVP by Monday, September 9 at bestestbuds@gmail.com
