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Grant us, Lord, not to be anxious about earthly things, but to love things heavenly; and even now, while we are placed among things that are passing away, to hold fast to those that shall endure; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen. Collect for Proper 20, Book of Common Prayer, p. 234
There are certainly many things to be anxious about in our world today. What kind of world will our children live in? Will we have enough money to last through the month? Will our health improve? Can we age well? Can we find another job that is more fulfilling?
Anxiety about a situation can be helpful in alerting us to things to which we must pay attention; however, being overwhelmed with anxiety and worry can harm our health.
Our Collect for this Sunday reminds us to hold these worries lightly. It reminds us to connect with God and to connect with God's teachings about life. It reminds us that much passes away, including the things that worry us today.
I loved living along the Susquehanna river and walking in Riverfront park nearly every day. At one point in time, I could look out my living room window and see the river and look out from my office window and see the river. It was so helpful, because I knew that river had flowed for thousands of years. Watching that water flow, helped me put my daily worries in perspective.
I pray that you not be anxious about earthly things and find peace in things heavenly.
Many blessings as you finish your work week.
Love, Rebecca+
Announcements
G.I.F.T.
Growing in Faith Together
Today is Godly Play.
October Godly Play Sundays are Oct. 14, 21 and 28.
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Today, will be a discussion on Why is Biblical Archaeology important? led by Rebecca.
Next week, - “One Song”, JD Stillwater explores the many ways science reveals our deep connectedness with one another, the earth, and the cosmos.
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At Church of the Nativity
Today we will have the dedication of the organ.
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Next Sunday. J.D. Stillwater preaches.
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Thursday, October 4, 11am - 1pm, Honaman House, Lunch and Fall Craft
Let Lynne, Darlene, Sue or Wendy know if you would like to help.
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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 Newport Family Restaurant this week; Men meet at Espresso Yourself.
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Community Events and Opportunities for Service
Creativity & Spirituality Workshops, St. Andrew’s, Shippensburg.
Come and deepen your life through these workshops among a community of friends who want to know you better.
September 23 – Writing with the Spirit, 3-5 p.m. All materials provided. No experience needed.
September 30 – Exploring Spirituality through Herbs, 3-5 p.m. All materials provided.
October 7 – Contemplative Photography, 3-5 p.m. Bring your camera or Smart Phone for taking photos. All other materials provided.
October 14 – Expressing the Spirit through Painting, 3-6 p.m. Space is limited. No experience needed. All materials provided.
For more info, visit: http://www.standrewsshippensburg.org/events/creativity-spirituality-workshops/
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History Comes Alive, Trinity Christian Church, Sunday, September 30, 1pm or 3:30pm.
Tickets $10 in advance or $12 at the door for non members of Historical Society of Perry County. Tickets available at Carpetbagger Collectibles, Bloomfield Pharmacy or West Perry Pharmacy.
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Canal Day and Animal Blessing, October 6, 9am – 2pm
We will have a table at Canal Day in Newport Square. If you are able to help, let Rebecca know. Rebecca will conduct a Blessing of the Animals service at 11:30am. Bring your pet, or a photo to receive the blessing.
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2nd Annual Pints for Polio, Thursday, October 11, 5-8pm, River Bend Brewery, 1800 Lower Bailey Road, Newport.
Hosted by the Rotary Club of Perry County, $5 Donation. All donations and a percentage of food and beverage sales will be donated to Rotary International’s Polio Plus foundation. For more info and to RSVP call or text 717-839-1434.
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Electronic Common Prayer - eCP 2.0 offers the most commonly used worship services and devotional content of the BCP along with the full lectionary texts in one app.
Available on both iOS and Android devices, the app offers the Book of Common Prayer in a mobile format. Fully hyperlinked to lessons, Collects of the Day, and Psalms and searchable content through March 31st, 2020. For more info, visit: https://www.churchpublishing.org/products/electroniccommonprayerecp20
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GRANDS Monthly Meetings, beginning Tuesday, October 2, 6-7pm, YWCA Carlisle, 301 G Street
Confidential support group for grandparents, aunts, uncles or other family members raising children due to family crisis situation. Childcare is provided. Reservations are encouraged. Call 717-243-3818 for more info.
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Christian Churches United 2018 Celebration Banquet, Tuesday, November 13, 5:30pm, Best Western Premier,
800 East Park Drive, Harrisburg
Special Guest Tony Campolo will speak. See Rebecca if you’d like tickets.
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Prayer Shawl Ministry of Newport meets the last Thursday of the month, 10am.
Bring your projects and also learn how to knit or crochet.
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From the Diocese
Outreach Day to Help Stop Human Trafficking, Saturday, October 13, 9:30am, St. Andrew’s in the Valley,
4620 Linglestown Road, Harrisburg.
Theresa Flores will present a training on how to distribute soap and materials to hotels from 10-11am, followed by team sign up, assembly of packets, lunch and hotel / truck stop visits. To register, go to: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/cathy-rippeon-daughters-of-glory-the-order-of-the-daughters-of-the-king-17493666434
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Thank you to all who have contributed to the Organ Fund.
Darlene Amsler
Sue Beamer
Bill and Wendy Day
Dan and Mary Jeanne Emerson
Jane Hoover
Julie Johnson
Mike Klauer and Elizabeth Place
Dick and Mary Price
Don Robinson
Bill and Shirley Rohm
Jan and Connie Yocum
Anonymous Donors
