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Come now and see the works of God, how wonderful he is in his doing toward all people. Psalm 66:4
Autumn is my favorite season. The beauty of the mountains with the trees changing color is truly spectacular. Yes, come now and see the works of God as the Psalmist writes.
This verse also reminds us that God is wonderful toward all people. It's not just some people, but all people. What would the world look like if everyone truly cared about all people? Sometimes it seems like so many people are doing their best to destroy people. It's certainly not an easy way to live to be wonderful to all people, even in our little corner of the world. There's that person in such a hurry swerving in and out of traffic who I don't like at all. And in the scheme of things, that's pretty small.
God, grant us patience to remember how wonderful your works all towards all people.
Love, Rebecca+
Announcements
G.I.F.T.: Growing in Faith Together
Godly Play is today and October 20 & 27.
Rehearsals for the Christmas Pageant will be after church on these Sundays.
Today, a discussion on sharing our views on guns at Parlor People.
Next week, Rebecca leads a discussion on The Way of Love: Turn.
At Church of the Nativity
Next week we take an additional offering for the United Thank Offering Ingathering.
Prayerfully consider what you will pledge to contribute to the ministry of The Church of the Nativity and St. Stephen for 2020.
All pledges should be turned in by October 20.
Upcoming Meetings
Each Sunday, 5pm, Perry County PRIDE
Thursday, October 24, 2 – 4pm, Clergy Council
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 Newport Family Restaurant this week; Men meet at Espresso Yourself.
We are starting our prayer list over again.
If you have a name you’d like for the list, let Michele know at 717-567-6514 or chnatss@pa.net.
Help Join Hands provide basic needs products to families.
Items needed are Combs, Hair brushes, Deodorant, Diapers and Wipes - sizes 1 to 6, Paper Towels, Shampoo/Conditioner, Soap/shower gel, Tissues.
From the Diocese
Author Appearance & Book Talk, Tues., Oct. 22, 6 – 8pm, St. Stephen’s Episcopal Cathedral.
Author Peter Jarrett-Schell will talk about his book Seeing My Skin: (A Story of Wrestling With Whiteness). Free to the public. Email swatson@ststep.org for more info.
Donations for the Beacon Clinic Needed
This year at diocesan convention, we are collecting donations for The Beacon Clinic for Health and Hope in Harrisburg. The Beacon Clinic provides health education and the promotion of health and health care to adults 18 years and older. For more information, visit http://beaconclinicpa.org/
Please bring items to Nativity by October 17.
Anti-bacterial wipes, Hand sanitizer, Copy Paper, Toilet Paper, Paper Towels, Tissues, Kitchen size trash bags, White out tape, Scotch tape for dispensers, Medium size binder clips, Post it notes, Black ball point pens, Cases of spring water, Mechanical Pencils.
Shaped by Faith beginning this fall.
This is a three-part initiative to discern, discover, and create a right-shaped diocese to serve God’s mission with vitality and strength. Clusters of parishes will examine their future together through projects designed to explore vitality and values, financial sustainability and God’s call in the neighborhood; no-cost Parish Life courses at the Stevenson School for Ministry will be offered and a historicizing project called “Rooted in God” will celebrate our common story. The adventure begins at Convention 2019.
The Stevenson School for Ministry Learning Weekend, “How to Pray about the broken places of our world”, Friday, October 25 & Saturday, October 26, Saint Cyril Spiritual Center, Danville, PA.
Keynote speaker is The Rev. Allison St. Louis. Register at bit.ly/SSFMOCT. $175 for full weekend or $75 for one day. Contact the Very Rev. Robyn Szoke at 717-236-5959x1112 or rszoke@diocesecpa.org for more info.
The Episcopal Church Women’s 115th Annual Gathering, Saturday, November 2, St. John’s Episcopal Church,
1A N. Hanover Street, Carlisle.
“Dream a New Dream” at this dream building session to imagine a more relevant and contemporary organization for the women of the diocese. There is no fee, but pre-registration is needed. Email srw2052@gmail.com for more information or register at http://www.cvent.com/d/vyqbby
Community Events and Opportunities for Service
Hospice of Central PA is looking for volunteers.
HCP Volunteers contribute in a number of ways including: Patient and Family Support Volunteers, Veteran-to-Veteran Volunteer, 11th Hour Volunteers, Carolyn’s House Volunteers, and Administrative Volunteers. Call the volunteer department at 717-732-1000 or 866-779-7374 or email volunteers@hospiceofcentralpa.org
The Episcopal Home Residents are in need of donations that help make a resident’s day better and brighter.
They are asking for donations of: Depends Undergarments (women’s M, L, XL), Disposable Bed Underpads, Toothpaste, Dove Soap, Toothbrushes, Mouthwash (personal size), Glue Sticks, Adult Coloring Books (simple designs/pictures), Nail Polish (clear and light colors), Word Search Books (not crossword), Diabetic Candy (individually wrapped), Bingo Prizes
These may be delivered to the Home, to our church or ordered online and sent to the Episcopal Home at 206 Burd St., Shippensburg PA 17257.
Christian Churches United Celebration Banquet, Thursday, November 7, 5:30pm, Best Western Premier, 800 East Park Drive, Hbg.
The 2019 United In Love banquet will feature a fun, interactive reception, silent auction, powerful testimonies of the impact of our programs, the music of local folk band Seasons, and a dynamic talk by Joseph Robinson, Jr. Tickets are $50.
Would you like to participate in a study of the local dialects of English in Central PA?
To participate, you must be at least 18 years old and a native of Central PA. Participation involves a time commitment of at least 1 hour for an interview and language experiment. A researcher will meet you at the Penn State campus, your home, or a convenient location nearby. To learn more about this study, contact Frances Blanchette,
814-863-7392 or fkb1@psu.edu
The Historical Society of Perry County’s 96th Anniversary Dinner, Saturday, November 2, 6pm, Newport Fire Hall, 301 Mulberry Street
Presentation of the annual Silas Wright and Heritage Awards, Perry County History Trivia Face Off, Takeaway Sale and Live Auction by Representative Mark Keller. $30 for non-members, $25 for annual/life member. RSVP by October 22 HSofPC@gmail.com or 717-582-3588.
PCCA BOOS & BREWS, Saturday, Oct. 26, 6-10pm, River Bend Hop Farm & Brewery, 1800 Lower Bailey Road, Newport.
A Halloween Bash with Costume Contest, Music, Karaoke, Local Brews, Great Food and More! Order tickets at
http://www.perrycountyarts.org/community-events/boosandbrews/
Pints for Polio, Thursday, October 17, 5-8pm, River Bend Hop Farm & Brewery, 1800 Lower Bailey Road, Newport
Help the Perry County Rotary eradicate polio worldwide. $5 donation and all donations matched 2:1 by the Gates Foundation. River Bend will also donate a percentage of the evening’s food and beverage sales. See Rebecca if you’d like tickets or call 717-839-1434.
12th Annual Ladies’ Night at Perry County Council of the Arts, Friday, November 8, 5 – 9pm.
Enjoy an evening of local shopping, pampering and mingling. Bring some friends, wear something Groovy (60s/70s) and have fun! Visit Ladies Night at Perry County Council of the Arts on FB to get a list of participating destinations or visit perrycountyarts.org or call 717-567-7023 for more details.
