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O God, the King of glory, you have exalted your only Son Jesus Christ with great triumph to your kingdom in heaven: Do not leave us comfortless, but send us your Holy Spirit to strengthen us, and exalt us to that place where our Savior Christ has gone before; who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, in glory everlasting. Amen. Collect for Seventh Sunday of Easter, BCP p. 226
This is our last Sunday in Easter. Jesus has appeared to the disciples a number of times, and he has also been preparing them that he will soon be gone. Yet, he promises that there will be an advocate that will come and be with us to guide us. Our Collect for this Sunday says it well... "do not leave us comfortless."
Yes, there are plenty of times in our lives when we are uncomfortable, sometimes even distraught. We are certainly living through a time that is disrupting everything we have known. "Do not leave us comfortless," we pray. Do not leave us in the place where there is no comfort to be found. What a difficult and challenging place that would be.
Where are you finding comfort these days? What are you doing during this time? What helps you feel the strengthening of the Holy Spirit? Is it reading scripture or meditations each day? Is it connecting with family and friends or attending our Zoom gatherings? Is it the new routine you've started to build for yourself? Is it being out in nature or tending your garden?
Do not leave us comfortless, we cry. God hears us. May you be strengthened and comforted by the Holy Spirit.
Love, Rebecca+
Announcements
Sundays through May 24, 9:30am
We will hold all Sunday services via Zoom. You can connect by computer, mobile device or telephone. Here is the connection information for the Sunday, 9:30am services:
Join Sunday morning Zoom Meeting. Service begins at 9:30am and you can join by 9:00am.
Online:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85722557280
Meeting ID: 857 2255 7280
or
Call In: +1 929 205 6099
Meeting ID: 857 2255 7280
We are now doing zoom Centering Prayer and Taize every Tuesday at 4:30pm.
Rebecca Myers is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83566632917
Meeting ID: 835 6663 2917
Password: 022609
or
Call In: +1 929 205 6099
Meeting ID: 835 6663 2917
Password: 022609
Wednesday Morning Devotions and coffee/tea, 9am
Join in for short devotions and conversation. Remember to bring your coffee or tea.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85223260016
Meeting ID: 852 2326 0016
or
Call In: +1 929 205 6099
Meeting ID: 852 2326 0016
Active, baptized members of the parish seeking their first college degree are encouraged to apply for the Kyle Weller Scholarship by June 1.
Applications and further requirements are available at /digital_faith/documents/3263855 for the letter and /digital_faith/documents/3252600 for the application.
Mail in your offering or go online
There are many ways to continue to give to the church during this time.
- Send your offering to the church at 159 S Second St., Newport, PA 17074
- Give via our PayPal site:
https://www.paypal.com/donate/?token=tN8Gqogt_bQutVp_Kjg6ytAyRDBKMFYExCyf6DX1-2ux4349nM2Cnzp9LukFyOrm3YVaam&country.x=US&locale.x=US - The Diocese has set up online giving for each parish here: https://diocesecpa.org/stewardship/
Our parish is listed at Newport-Nativity.
We have some "praying for you" cards that we would like to send to the people on our list for whom we pray each Sunday. When you add someone to the prayer list, please provide their address if you would like us to send them a card.
Geraniums for Pentecost.
Geraniums are $5 each. You can send payment to the church at 159 S. 2nd Street, Newport, PA 17074 and include a note if they are in memory or in honor of someone.
Shop Perry Bingo Hosted by the Perry County Chamber of Commerce
This is your chance to win prizes while supporting local small businesses. How to play: Take a picture of you completing the activity in the Bingo square. Once you have a Bingo (horizontal, vertical or diagonal), send your pictures to pccc@perrycountychamber.org. Attach your marked card and include your contact information. Every Bingo submitted will be entered in a drawing to receive a $50 gift card to use at a Perry County business of your choice. You can submit more than one entry. One winner will be drawn every week on Friday beginning May 1. Contest ends June 30. Bingo card is available at here /digital_faith/documents/3277109 or at www.perrycountychamber.org. A new card will be available every week.
The EmPOWERED and Well Virtual Faith Community is designed to support the mental, physical and spiritual health and well-being of faith communities everywhere during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The health lessons consist of 12 weekly, 30-minute EmPOWERED and Well Healthier Church Challenge lessons developed by the American Heart Association. Visit https://www.empoweredtoserve.org/en/empowered-and-well/virtual-faith-community for more information and to register.
Eastertide Bible Study through Facebook Live on Tuesday nights at 7pm through May 26
Join Bishop Scanlan and Canon Morrow in "this joyful Eastertide" online Bible Study to learn from our Holy Scripture and each other as we join for study, conversation, and prayer. No previous experience in Bible Study required.
Go to: https://www.facebook.com/events/s/easter-tide-bible-study/2536005423395111/ to join.
Canon Morrow and Bishop Scanlan will be hosting Community Prayer Circles as the new “Virtual Bishop out of the Box” event for May.
On each Wednesday night in May from 7-8 (ish) we will be leading a prayer and conversation time on Zoom for people in these affinity groups:
May 27: Students (K-6 7:00-7:30 for story time, Grades 7 and up for discussion and prayer from 7:45-8:15).
To sign up for the Community prayer circles, go to: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeb8pw5WoA_-3WjZFu1N_jQOjQxpzYPwMaq5HjbxW25Z69Nzg/viewform
Good Book Club to read the Gospel of Matthew during the season of Easter
Starting on Easter Sunday, April 12, 2020, and continuing through the Day of Pentecost, May 30, the Good Book Club features daily readings from the Gospel of Matthew. To see a list of readings, go to:
https://www.goodbookclub.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Readings_Matthew.pdf
The CARES Act includes changes for 2020 to charitable donations.
Whether you itemize or not, you will be able to deduct up to $300 in donations. Also, if you do itemize, 100% of your donations to charity will be deductible for 2020.
Join Hands Ministry in Need of Monetary Donations
In the coming weeks our Perry County families and individuals, aka, our neighbors, are going to need financial assistance. Join Hands is asking you to prayerfully donate financially. Please put in a note in the form of payment stating, “Corona Virus” relief.
By Check: Join Hands Ministry, P.O. Box 335, New Bloomfield, PA 17068
Online: https://joinhandsministry.givingfuel.com/online-giving
Facebook: Click the donate button
Perry County Food Bank
The Perry County Food Bank is once again accepting food drive and private food donations!
If you or your organization is wishing to donate food, please phone the Food Bank to make arrangements at (717)582-9978 so they can limit the volume of people on the property and exposure to the virus through social distancing. Due to the corona virus, all donations will be placed in quarantine for a period of 72 hours on one of their trucks.
To make a monetary donation, please send a check to:
Perry County Food Bank, PO Box 37, New Bloomfield PA 17068
Juniata County Food Bank
The Juniata County Food Bank is in need of donations. Needs are: canned foods (fruits, veggies, meats, soups), cereal, pre-packaged meal items, bottled drinks, snack items,and non-food items such as toilet paper, baby items, diapers (especially larger sizes), household cleaning items, and personal care items. Cash donations and gift cards to local grocery stores are also being accepted.
Cash / gift card donations can be mailed to: PO Box 44, Mifflintown PA 17059
Or items may be dropped off at: 114 North Main Street, Mifflintown
Eggs Available for pick up at the church.
The Cramers are bringing in about 4 dozen eggs each week at $2 per dozen. If you need access to the church, let Rebecca know.
Weis, Giant and Mutzabaugh Gift Cards Available
Use the form in your newsletter and mail to the church with your check. Gift cards will be mailed to you or the organization or person in need that you supply info for.
Forward Day by Day Available
Email Michele at chnatss@pa.net or leave a message at the church at 717-567-6514 if you would like a copy mailed to you.
Zoom Meetings
If you would like help to set up Zoom meetings with family or friends, please let Rebecca know.
