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Almighty God, you have so linked our lives one with another that all we do affects, for good or ill, all other lives: So guide us in the work we do, that we may do it not for self alone, but for the common good; and, as we seek a proper return for our own labor, make us mindful of the rightful aspirations of other workers, and arouse our concern for those who are out of work; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Collect for Labor Day
We're coming upon the traditional end of summer. It is fitting we say this prayer for Labor Day. The prayer reminds us of how important our work is, as well as prays for those who are out of work.
Even when we are not excited about the work we do, we can always do it with integrity, working for the common good. We can always be generous and loving to our co-workers.
And, some of us are retired; however, we still have work God calls us to do. Doing it with awareness of how it affects others is important.
Blessed Labor Day to you.
Love, Rebecca+
Announcements
G.I.F.T.: Growing in Faith Together
Godly Play and Parlor People will resume next week.
Mark Cook will talk about Cyber-Security for Children at Parlor People.
At Church of the Nativity
Bob Schiesler will preach & preside today.
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 Caring for Nativity’s Neighbors Heating and Health.
Donations are sent to Join Hands, so people in our community have support for their needs.
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
The church office will be closed Monday, September 2 for Labor Day.
Wednesday, September 11, Commons - lunch and fall craft, 11am – 1pm.
Please see Wendy or Sue if you are able to help.
Many thanks for all Joanne has done and given for the Godly Play program.
If you are interested in working with the children, please see Rebecca. Godly Play has books to guide discussion and activities and there is training through the Diocese.
Upcoming Meetings
Wednesday, September 4, after breakfast, Program and Mission Committee GTO Meeting
September 8, 5pm, PC Pride
September 11, 6pm, Vestry
Saturday, September 21, 9:30am - 12:30pm, Eliminating Racism Strategy Team
Suggestions for Giving To Others (GTO) Funds.
If you have a new recommendation for GTO funding, please contact Lynne Mitchell by today. 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 Newport Family Restaurant this week; Men meet at Espresso Yourself.
On September 25, women will meet at A Taste of the Valley, 4417 E Main Street, Suite #5, Belleville.
We will be celebrating baptism on November 3, December 8 and January 12.
Let Rebecca know if you or someone you know would like to be baptized on any of these days.
From the Diocese
Undoing Racism Training, Friday, October 11 – Sunday, October 13, St. Thomas Episcopal Church, 301 St. Thomas Road, Lancaster.
The workshop utilizes a systemic approach that emphasizes learning from history, developing leadership, maintaining accountability to communities, creating networks, undoing internalized racial oppression and understanding the role of organizational gate keeping as a mechanism for perpetuating racism. Registration Fee: $35 for the weekend w/double occupancy for lodging included. (Value: $500 per person) Lodging: Clarion Inn & Suites, 1492 Lititz Pike, Lancaster. Single occupancy has charge of $72.25. Day care & scholarships available upon request. Register at: http://www.cvent.com/events/undoing-racism-training-2019/event-summary76a2c72eaaa142bcbf68a6215016dbf7.aspx
For more information, please contact: Kevin Barron at kevinwbarron@gmail.com or Marion Schwartz at kmarsch09@gmail.com
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 Street
Gallery will be open Sundays, 12-3 and 3rd in the Burg Fridays, September 20 and October 18.
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. 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/
Celebration of a new ministry & Installation of the Dean, St. Stephen’s Cathedral, Saturday, September 7, 1pm.
The Rev. Dr. Amy Welin will be installed as Dean. All are invited. Prayers appreciated.
Community Events and Opportunities for Service
Bethany Children’s Home 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.
100th Year American Legion Extravaganza, Sat., Sept. 7, noon – 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!
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
Harmony Walk, Sunday, September 15, 2pm, Goodwin Memorial Baptist Church, 2447 Green Street to Hadee Mosque, 245 Division.
The walk route includes Jewish, Christian, and Islamic houses of worship. People of all religions 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
