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1 VDI me 2(). IN.. 1 1Aot2017 " EAST M AIN PRESBYTER AN CHURCH PASTOR ' S PO N OERINGS INSIDE THIS I SSUE : - ' \'o "''Mil~ 2 Otlcbe!'l'l Senkltt I I - I I "go quiclcly and tell his disc1pl11s. He ha.f risen from dead.. So 1/w women hurried away, afraid yet filled with joy, and ran to tell his disci pies." Malthew 28:7-8 The Lenlen and Eas1er seasons are when we especially focus on the key cvenls on which the Christian faith is based: Jcsu!' death on the cross and resurrec tion from the grave both of which actually happened in history! II ere are a few of the im pli<:ations of these events that make them incredi bly good news: Jesus' resurrection dcmonslratcs God's power o cr physical death. Together the Cross and Resurrection show that sins really can be forgi vcn. Gi\'CS legitimacy to Jesus' teaching about life. Shows God has the lost word in the world 1hot is often hard and unfair. The texi. says that the women who were the lirst witnesses to Jesus' emply tnmb were "afraid, yet filled with joy'', which I think sug gests that while they hnd some faith and sense that this was good news, there was a lot they didn't understand Perhaps like them you have some doubls and would not consider your faith especially strong; though I suspect you would not be reading a church newsletter if you did not a.lso like them have at least some faith. My question is: whatever measure of faith you have in this good news, are you, like those women. sharing this news with Olhcrs particularly with those who don't yet believe it? This Lenten and Easter seasons I want to encourage you to first sbon: up your own faith by n:all) digging into the questions and doubts you may have, especially the ooes related to the cornerstone events of the Cross and Resurrection and 1heir implications. Read or listen to talks by wise and skillful Christian communicators aboul these matlers. Ask questions of followers of Christ who you know and respect for their faith and wisdom. And while you are seeking to grow yourself, pray daily for someone with whom you regularly interact and who is not ycl a follower of Jesus. A neighbor, coworker, or maybe someone in )Our family; pray that this would be a season in which God would open their heart and mind to the reality and releyanoe of this good news. Let me warn you though: if you do persistently pray this for someone, it's vr:ry likely that the Lord will lead you in wa)'s that make you part of the answer to your prayer! Blessings in the adventure, 'Salt

2 Volume 20, l$5ue 1 Lent 2017 E AS T MA IN PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH ANDY ' S UPDATES-YOUNG ADULTS Spring '17 A few upcoming events at East Main that I'm really excited about and would love to have you join us for... l ) Maundy Thursday and Good Friday sen-ices *Time: both services in the evening (watch for updated in the worship folder) *Place: both are in the sanctuary *Come and worship the King togeth.er 2) "Together" Relationship Builder Date: Saturday, March 18 Time: 4:00-S:OOpm Place: East Main, Cornerstone *For anyone married, engaged, dating, or courting Cost: $ 1 0/couple (includes participant gu ide, dinner, and babysitting, if needed) Challenging and encouraging tea.ching geared towards growing your relationship with your significant other. RSVP to Andy (eastrnai.nyoungadults@gmail.com) by Wednesday, March IS This IS NOT just for young couples! 3) The Church Has Left the "Building Date: Sunday, May 7 We're on the lookout for ways to serve! Andy with suggestions/ideas/people 4) Men's breakfast Date: To be announced We've had 2 so far this school year and they've been REALLY good! 5) Cburcb Softball Date: stans in May Personal side-note: My Family has been very blessed by the SUJ)pOrt we've received wi t11 Roody being home! It's a blessing to ha\ e a church FAMJLY as our family adjusts! We're really grateful! Love io Christ, Andy Praise God! Andy Bishop Young Adult Pastor

3 East Main Youth Ministry March-May Program Calendar WEDNESDAY, MARCH I-ASH WEDENSDAY LENT BEGINS Join us for dinner at 6 pm followed by worship at 7 pm. SUNDAY, MARCH S 5:30-8 PM -SENIOR HIGH YOUTH GROUP ( + Dinner) Wednesday, March 8s LENTEN BREAKFAST #I@ 7 AM IJEY_.SIUD tff.sl East Main Church's Youth Ministty is a great opportunity for you to grow in faith and friehdship with others through fun, games, adventures, service to others, Bible study and faith-in-real-life topic discussions! Friends are always welcome! J_utdcu:l:ligb is for students in grades 6 - f?; s_eniqrj:iigflis for students in grades q-l2. /!IM$e note tltls &~~!ent/4ds_a_{}uif)e-=._tfefaiig_4f:e SUNDAY, MARCH IZ 2:15-3 PM- JUNIOR HIGH MISSION TRIP INFO MTG 5:30-8 PM - SENIOR HIGH YOUTH GROUP ( + Dinner) Wednesday, March IS: LENTEN BREAKFAST #Z@ 7 AM tti SUNDAY, MARCH 19 5:30-7:15 PM- SENIOR HIGH YOUTH GROUP (+Dinner) 7:15-8 PM-SENIOR HIGH MISSION TRIP INFO MTG Wednesday, March zz: LENTEN BREAKFAST#~@ 7 AM SUNDAY, MARCH Z6: MAJL 1)_fo_s.fJitfeiJ/s_a11tlp11UJJf$ week/~ To be added to our list, contact Melissa Danielson, Youth Pastor, at.. eastmaingcyouth@gmail...c_om. A 11of6 to PAlGNTG.I AbUL rg: Our milli$fty to gfutlellf$ ig poggi/jie /Je&~~uge of a team of fllllfagfic 1111t1 falt!jfulatlultg t!jat gerve ill a variety of wayg. We 11eet1 CouHgelorg w!jo llelp wlt!j weekly programg a11t1 illfellfiollally /Juiltl re/8- tiohg!jipg wit!j gfutlellf$, ~e11ior llig!j bi1111er llelp, 1111t1 gupport a11d driverg for gpecial evellf$ a11tl off-gife atlve11tureg. If you (I like to!jelp ill gome way, pleage &olltact Me/igga at t!je atltlre~~ above! T!Ja11k you! NO JUNIOR HIGH YOUTH GROUP 1:00-8 PM - SENIOR HIGH ADVENTURE TRIPz ESCAPE ROOM! Details will be sent via . Sign up IN ADVANCE is required. Tickets are limited. Wednesday, March Z9: LENTEN BREAKFAST #4@ 7 AM

4 SUNDAY, APRIL a: 1:00-8 PM -JUNIOR HIGH ADVENTURE TRJPa SKTZONEt Details will be sent via . Sign up IN ADVANCE is required. Tickets are limited. NO SENIOR HIGH YOUTH GROUP Wednesday, Aprils: LENTEN BREAKFAST 7 AM SUNDAY,APRIL9: 3-4:45 PM-JUNIOR HIGH YOUTH GROUP 5:30-8 PM SENIOR HIGH YOUTH GROUP ( + Dinner) **SUMMER MISSION TRIP DEPOSITS DUE TODAY/** GRADUATESUNDATISJUNE4 ATIENTION SEN10RS: WE ARE LOOKING FORWARD TO CELEBRATING YOUR GRADUATION WITH YOU I DURING THE WORSHIP SERVICES ON JUNE 4 WE WOULD LIKE TO CELEBRATE YOU BY RECOGNIZING YOUR ACCOMPLISHMENT AND PRAYING FOR AS YOU TAKE THE NEXT STEPS OF LIFE'S ADVENTURE! THERE WILL BE A CAKE RECEPTION IN THE WEL COME CENTER IN BETWEEN THE SERVICES. Melissa wlll be In touch with you with addftfonal details a few weeks in advance. SAVE THE DATE! SUNDAY, APRIL I6: EASTER NO YOUTH GROUP SUNDAY, APRIL 23 2:15-3 PM-JR HIGH MISSION TRIP PARTICIPANT MTG 3-5 PM- JUNIOR HIGH YOUTH GROUP 5:30-8 PM SENIOR HIGH YOUTH GROUP (+Dinner) SUNDAY, APRIL )0 5:30-7:15 PM SENIOR HIGH YOUTH GROUP (+Dinner) 7:15-8 PM-SR HIGH MISSION TRIP PARTICIPANT MTG SUNDAY, MAY 7: I:&-5 PM: CHURCH HAS LEFT THE BUILDING SERVICE PROJECTS REQUIRED FOR ALL SUMMER MISSION TRIP PARTICIPANTS SUNDAY, MAY I4: MOTHER'S DAY NO YOVTH GROVP SUNDAY, MAY :&I: CELEBRATIONS 12:30-2:30 PM- CONFIRMATION CELEBRATION LUNCH 3-5 PM- JR HIGH YOUTH GROUP/ SUMMER KICK-OFF 5:30-8:00 PM SENIOR HIGH YOUTH GROUP (+Dinner)/ SUMMER KICK-OFF & SENIOR BLESSINGS SUMMER'S COMING... SAVE THESE DATES! EAsT MAIN VBS WE;EK JUNE 19 JUNE 23 WE'D LOVE FOR YOU TO HELP BY VOLUNTEERING DURING THE WEitKI SENIOR HIGH MISSION TRIP TO URBAN PROMISE JUNE 25-JUL Y 2 JUNIOR HIGH MISSION TRIP TO THE PITTSBURGH PROJECT JULY 10.JULY 14

5 Volume 20, Issue 1 l ent 2017 EAS T MAIN PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH CHILDREN'S MINISTRY AMY BIDDLE NURSERY: On March 4tn the new Nursery will open in Room 201. Nursery is for children birth through age 4. The Nursery is also open during Sunday school for children birth through 18 months. Programming information for Lent and Easter: There will be childcare for children during Ash Wednesday service. There wi ll be childcare for children birth through age four for the Maundy Thursday Service. There will be NO Adventures in Worship on Easter Sunday. There WILL be Nursery for children birth through age 4. Youth Club: The last day of Youth Club will be Thursday, March 30th. There will be a family dinner that evening to celebrate a great session of Youth Club. ANNOUNCEMENTS What did Jesus mean when He said, "Go and make disciples...?" Who should do this? When? Where? Why? Get answers to these questions and more in the "Make Disciples - Jesus' Way" Elective Sunday School Class, March 5 - April 2, led by Dave Dayton, in Fellowship Hall. Alpha Come join us! Alpha Group meets on the third Monday of each month (next meeting March 20) 6-7:30 pm in Fellowship Hall. Bring a sandwich if you want and we will eat, share news, and pray. [t's ok to. come late. We're an outreach group ofempc. We pray for people who don't yet know Jesus, for new Christians, and revival. If you can't make the meeting, let us know to put you on our list of prayer requests and updates. Contact: Bonnie Schaefer, , nojudge2000@yahoo.com. VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL June 19th through June 23rd 9 :00-NOON Volunteers are needed to help with Vacation Bible School. If you are interested in helping please contact Amy Biddle ( abiddle@eastmainpc. org/ ). Want to know how to get involved in a smaller class or Bible study group? Or how you can get involved serving? Check out our "Opportunities for Christian Growth" and "Serve One Another in Love" brochures in the Welcome Center.

6 WE'RE ON Ti le WEB! lnpc.org ~~ CO I I A Covenant Order of Evangelical 'V' Presbyterians EAST MAIN PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 120 East Main Street Grove City, PA Phone: eastmain@zoominternet.net Growing In Christ Inside-Out Senior Pastor: Rev. Dr. William Hoffman pastorbill@zoominternet.net VIsitation Pastor: Rev. Tom Funka funkatng@aol.com Young Adult Pastor: Andy Bishop emyoungadults@yahoo.com Youth Pastor: Melissa Danielson eastmaingcyouth@gmail.com Children's Ministries: Amy Biddle abiddle@eastmainpc.org Church Office: Janal Crissman eastmain@zoominternet. net Financial Controller: Stacey Foster sfoster@zoominternet.net SENIOR CELEBRATION CALLING EVERYONE BORN IN 1937 OR BEFORE The East Main Deacons are planning our 4th SENIOR CELEBRATION to honor those who will be 80 years old or greater by the end of This includes members of East Main as well as those who consider East Main their home church. We're trying to gather a list of honorees and do NOT want to exclude anyone! If you or someone you know should be included, please call either Kris Lambert at or Becky Rider at