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For he shall give his angels charge over you, *
to keep you in all your ways.
They shall bear you in their hands, *
lest you dash your foot against a stone.
Psalm 91:11-12
This Sunday we read this Psalm most often heard at Compline. Compline is the service to be said prior to turning off the lights and going to sleep.
In the verses above, we hear that God loves us so much, that the angels are looking out for us, not only in the big challenges of our lives, but also in the small, like hitting our foot against a stone.
We have a hymn based upon Psalm 92, You Who Dwell in the Shelter of the Lord. Here is a version of it: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8lY_iTQf0GM
As we enter this deep, contemplative time of Lent, may you rest in the assurance that God bears you up and the angels are keeping watch over you.
Many blessings as you finish your week and remember to turn your clocks ahead one hour before going to bed on Saturday night or else you'll be late for church on Sunday.
Love, Rebecca+
Announcements
G.I.F.T.: Growing in Faith Together
Godly Play will be today, March 17 and 24.
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Today at Parlor People, The Way of Love: Pray led by Susan Rice.
Next week, The Way of Love: Go led by Marion Fluchere
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At Church of the Nativity
Today we observe Women’s History Month.
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Reading materials for observing Lent are available at the back of the church.
Options include Meeting Jesus on the Margins – Meditations on Matthew 25; Ashes and the Phoenix – Meditations for the Season of Lent; Dust Bunnies in the Basket – Finding God in Lent & Easter; A Lenten calendar of devotions and practices.
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We are creating our Lenten altar of food for the Perry County Food Bank.
Bring your donations and put them up by the altar each Sunday.
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Upcoming Meetings
Thursday, March 28, 2-4pm, Clergy Council
Thursday, March 28, 7pm, Friends of Newport Game Night
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Help Join Hands provide basic needs products to families in need.
Items needed are: Diapers and Wipes - sizes 1 to 6, Feminine hygiene products, Paper Towels,and Toilet Paper.
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Thursday, March 14, Honaman House, 11am - 1pm, BINGO and lunch.
Please see Wendy, Sue or Lynne if you are able to supply BINGO prizes of household items.
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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 will meet at Bitting’s this week; Men meet at Espresso Yourself.
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Community Events and Opportunities for Service
Lenten Soup Suppers, Incarnation United Church of Christ, 47 N. 4th Street, Newport, from 5:30-7:00pm.
A soup supper begins at 5:30, with an informal service beginning at 6:15pm.
Wednesday, March 13, Cheryl Dorman will preach on Learn.
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Free Workshops for Students and Parents provided by Living Unlimited, Wednesdays, February 20 – March 20, 5 – 6pm, Perry County Literacy Council, 133 South 5th Street, Newport.
February 27 – Resilience; March 6 – Self-Advocacy; March 20 – Conflict Resolution.
No workshop March 13. Light snacks provided.
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Christian Churches United (CCU) Announces March events
Chat and Chew - Tuesday, March 12, 7 pm - Come enjoy some light refreshments and further conversation about building positive race relations in our region that spans both sides of the river. Meeting will take place at Tabernacle Baptist Church, 1106 Capital St., Harrisburg where is there plenty of FREE parking!
11th annual Concert of HOPE - Saturday, March 23, 4 pm at Harrisburg Brethren in Christ Church, 2217 Derry St., Harrisburg. The concert raises awareness and funds for CCU's Prison Action ministries, and will feature multiple local musical groups, including the Unity Choir. Again, FREE Parking!
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Prom Perfect 2019 Prom Closet, Thursday, March 14 and Friday, March 15, 3pm – 8pm and Saturday, March 16, 9am – 1pm, Family Life Center, 27 W. Shortcut Rd., Newport.
Over 500 dresses and over 100 Suits and Tuxes will be available, also make overs, makeup tips and hair styling. Also accepting donations of dresses, dress shoes, jewelry, accessories and cash donations. To donate or volunteer, contact 717-623-7844, www.PAPROMPERFECT.org or PAPROMPERFECT on FB.
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Join Hands Inside Yard Sale, Saturday, March 16, 7am – 2pm, 51 South Church Street, New Bloomfield.
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Save the Date for Mental Health Awareness Month's Annual Walk, Friday, May 3, 10am – 2pm, LeTort Park,
260 E. Pomfret Street, Carlisle.
The walk is open to everyone! Program details to follow next month.
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Perry County Historical Society’s Fire on the Mountain presentation, Saturday, March 30, 2pm, New Hope United Church of Christ, 108 S. Carlisle Street, Landisburg.
A presentation of the destructive forest fires in early Perry County by Dr. Ben Jones, president of the Ruffed Grous Society of the United States.
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From the Diocese
A New Beginning #2, Retreat for Youth in Grades 6-8, Friday, April 5, 2019 – Sunday, April 7, 2019, Camp Mount Luther, Mifflinburg, PA.
Cost is $100 per participant and includes housing in cabins with other youth, all meals, t-shirt, and all activities. Deadline to register is Friday, March 29. Register at www.diocesecpa.org. For more info, contact Mary Ellen Kilp or Theda Tallman at cpayouthcom.gmail.com or 717-475-2785.
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Appalachian Camino, June 23 - June 28.
You may participate in the Camino either for the full length of the trail or a day hike.
To register, go to https://www.cvent.com/events/appalachian-camino/registration-ad8635ea456f484ca52316d13e03a5ca.aspx?fqp=true
For questions, e-mail Amy Swiernik, aswiernik@diocesecpa.org
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