The Courier October 2011

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1 The Courier October 2011 St. Jacob's Evangelical Lutheran Church 99 East George Street P.O. Box 216 York New Salem, PA Web Page: stjacobsluthyns.com Rev. Lisa Hair (home) (cell) Revs. John G. Bernheisel & Marshall H. Gante Pastors Emeriti Marcy Winters, Organist/Choir Director Heather Van Dyke, Church Secretary Mission Statement of St. Jacob's Lutheran Church is to: Believe in God, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit Witness to the Gospel of Jesus Christ in all the world Grow in faith, love, and obedience to the will of God Serve others in love through Christ Pastor's Message I ve been thinking a lot lately about habits. It s true, isn t it, that some habits are hard to break just ask anyone who has tried to quit smoking, or drinking, or nail-biting or even any child who has tried to stop sucking a thumb! But there are some habits that we should be working hard to establish, or to keep. Luke tells us that Jesus earthly family went to Jerusalem every year at the time of the Passover, as was the custom of the feast. Years later when He visited Nazareth, Jesus attended the local synagogue on the Sabbath "as His custom was." For Him it was the most natural thing to do, and so He did it. It was His custom. Regular church attendance, Sunday School attendance, prayer, Bible study, and service to others are all habits that every Christian should be sure to keep, because they keep us near to God and remind us often of His promises in Jesus Christ. When we break these good habits, our spiritual life can really suffer. Because once these kind 1

2 of habits are broken, they can easily be replaced by the habits of nonattendance, nonfellowship, self-centeredness, and a dwindling source of spiritual nourishment. And in that direction, ultimately, lies spiritual sickness and death. So as we begin our next 150 years at St. Jacob s, and as we are now into a brand new year of Sunday School and worship, let s take a long look at our habits, and how they affect our spiritual life. Maybe make some pre-new- Year's resolutions: Resolve to attend not only worship, but Sunday School as well; and resolve to attend weekly! Resolve to make prayer and Bible Study a daily habit; resolve to find a way to serve others with the love of Jesus; and resolve to support the church with time, talent and possessions. Because those who worship, hear God s Word regularly and give of themselves find that one good habit leads to another! MEMBER UPDATE Pastor's & Members of St. Jacob's Lutheran Church: I will be moving back to Maryland on Thursday, September 15, 2011 and will truly miss my membership at St. Jacob's Church. Everyone has always been so friendly and kind quite like a big happy family. Sorry I haven't been able to attend more, but this year has been a difficult one. I have faith and trust in the Lord and I know he has been with me and I believe He always will. May the Lord Jesus keep you all in his tender care. Yours in Christ, Janet Pierson CORRECTION TO THE DIRECTORY: Betty Grove Phone Number: Connie Livingston address: cjliving@localnet.com Janet Pierson New address: 8820 Walther Blvd, Apt #1403 Baltimore, MD Expressions of Gratitude MEMORIALS FOR LOUISE ROSER: MEMORIAL FUND Dale & Delores Brillhart Philip & Shelva Gise Richard & Betty Myers Mr. & Mrs. Randy Mummert Marie D. Roser STAINED GLASS WINDOW FUND Larry & Joan Metzger THANK YOU FROM: LUTHERAN SOCIAL SERVICES Please convey our appreciation to your Church Council for the generous support we recently received from the congregation of St. Jacob's Lutheran Church. Your gift of $69.00 will be used as you requested: $34.50 for The Village at Kelly Drive and $34.50 for The Village at Sprenkle Drive. FREE WILL OFFERING We will be taking a free will offering on Sunday, October 2, 2011, for the Lutheran World Relief. Thank you for your support. Lutheran World Relief has selected a new tag line - "Sustainable Development/Lasting Promise." As they work to assist some of the more than one billion people who live on less than $1.25 a day, the development portion of their work is very necessary to bring lasting promise. The development often follows relief efforts. Some examples given were of a crab-fattening business started for a woman after the tsunami; about malaria prevention in Tanzania that not only saves lives, but allows parents to work; about a program to teach yogurt making in Burkina Faso; and about what our quilts and kits mean to recipients. Another example is of a child that received a school kit and was so excited to have his own spiral notebook and pencils, which he had to share with his brother in the past. Christian Life & Outreach Committee 2

3 Our Prayer Corner Members Not at Home Frances Brenneman - Pleasant Acres Joye Trone - Manor Care North Betty Grove - Country Meadows Miriam Strine - Delaware Nursing Home Marie Strausbaugh - Lutheran Home at Sprenkle Village Doris Wolf - Autumn House Dave Bobb Manor Care North George Snyder - Wonders Assisted Living Jacque Rohrbaugh - York Hospital Members At Home Agnes & Paul Aldinger, Melvin Aldinger Michele Dodson, Leroy & Bernice Landis; Ethel Rishel; Julie Rohrbaugh; Sam & Mary Wildasin; Annabel Shubert; Gary Lehr; Marie Miller; Thelma Landis; Delores Brillhart; Dave Trone Armed Forces Members Jason Forry, Josh Strayer, Josh Smith, Aaron Ackwith October Birthdays October 1 October 2 October 4 October 5 October 6 October 9 October 10 October 13 October 16 October 21 October 23 October 26 October 28 October 30 George Roser, Jr. Kevin Hoke Vonnie Gross Faye Filson Timothy Rohrbaugh, Jr. Gary Lehr Dale Ritz Brady Rohrbaugh Evelyn Taylor Patricia Busler Matthew Newcomer Gaireth Anderson Sylvia Parrish Annabel Shubert William McCauslin Kay Zinn Connie Snyder Gary Aikins Check out the above website for the Scripture Verse for your Birthday!! NOTE FROM THE FINANCE COMMITTEE: General Fund Status of August 30, 2011 The General Fund deficit increased in July by $2,092 and decreased in August by $424, making the deficit at the end of 8 months $2,072. This is significantly better than the equivalent 8 month deficits the prior 3 years which were: $6,246; $7,195; and $5,131. This year's good performance so far has resulted from good cost control, increased investment income and support from fundraisers. October Anniversaries October 3 October 16 October 18 October 23 October 25 October 28 David & Connie Snyder Richard & Wendy Boutilier Faye Filson Harriet Failor Jamie & Cheryl Linger Joaquin & Rachel Koenig Raymond & Annabel Shubert James & Joyce Trimmer 3 DID YOU KNOW??? When it comes to volunteering for charity work, teens outshine their adult counterparts. According to several leading charities, 56% of American teens volunteer their time and service, compared with 46% of adults. Toby Mac City On Our Knees

4 Courier October November Sanctuary Candle October November Altar Flowers October 2 October 9 October 16 October 23 October 30 November 6 November 13 November 20 November 27 Bulletins October 2 October 9 October 16 October 23 October 30 November 6 October/November Sponsors Peggy Seiling in memory of her father, Robert Cannon's birthday Wendy Mitchell in memory of her grandma, Grace Stough Dolly Emig in memory of Dawson Wendy Mitchell in memory of her grandma, Grace Stough Charlotte Roser in honor of George's birthday Dave Trone Delores Gladfelter OPEN Carol & David Bobb in honor of Pastor Lisa's anniversary of ordination Shirley Hyser Pastor Lisa Dave Trone OPEN Jean & Phil Gerberick Allen & Allyson Blouse Janet Ginter Harriet & Guy Failor Jack Landis Brad & Cody Messersmith in honor of Rachelle's birthday Those Who Serve During October & November Altar Guild October Kay Cannon, Peggy Sieling November Arlene & Bob Niedzielski Sound Curt Parrish, Jack Landis Head Ushers October 2 - Gail Rohrbaugh October 9 - Karen Drawbaugh October 16 - Mary Winter October 23 - Dave Trone October 30 - Wendy Mitchell November 6 - Kae Anderson November 13 - Tim Rohrbaugh November 20 - Gail Rohrbaugh November 27 - Phil Gerberick Lectors October 2 - Larry Metzger October 9 - Karen Drawbaugh October 16 - MaryAnn Barnes October 23 - Dave Trone October 30 - Phil Gerberick November 6 - Wendy Boutilier November 13 - Bruce Barnes November 20 - Gwen Lehr November 27 - Karen Drawbaugh Deacons October 2 - Larry Metzger, Tim Rohrbaugh October 30 - Phil Gerberick, Betty Mitchell November 6 - Wendy Boutilier, Doug Drawbaugh November 27 - Karen Drawbaugh, Betty Mitchell Communion Bread October 2 - Joan & Larry Metzger October 30 - Jean & Phil Gerberick November 6 - Karen & Doug Drawbaugh November 27 - Betty Mitchell Sponsorship Costs Courier - $12 Bulletins - $20 Altar Flowers - $25 Sanctuary Candle - $10 Nursery October 2 - Regina Markley October 9 - Sandy Oberdick October 16 - Angie Stanton October 23 - Karen Drawbaugh October 30 - Todd Rohrbaugh November 6 - Darlene Rutters November 13 - Amanda Brown November 20 - Jean Gerberick November 27 - Sharon St. Hart 4

5 Articles to read... Hands! A basketball in my hands is worth about $19. A basketball in Michael Jordan's hands is worth about $33 million. A baseball in my hands is worth about $6. A baseball in Roger Clemens' hands is worth $475 million. It depends on whose hands it's in. A tennis racket is useless in my hands. A tennis racket in Andre Agassi's hands is worth millions. A rod in my hands will keep away an angry dog. A rod in Moses' hands will part the mighty sea. A slingshot in my hands is a kid's toy. A slingshot in David's hand is a mighty weapon. Two fish and 5 loaves of bread in my hands is a couple of fish sandwiches. Two fish and 5 loaves of bread in Jesus' hands will feed thousands. Nails in my hands might produce a birdhouse. Nails in Jesus Christ's hands will Produce salvation for the entire world. As you see now, it depends whose hands it's in. So put your concerns, your worries, your fears, your hopes, your dreams, your families and your relationships in God's hands because... BIOGRAPHY OF KATIE LUTHER Katie Luther was born on January 29, 1499 in Hirschfeld (near Meissen, Saxony), the daughter of an impoverished noble. In 1504 she attended the convent school of Benedict order in Brehna (near Halle); and in 1508 she entered the convent in Nibschen (near Torgau). Katharina made her vows and became a nun in After studying the teachings of Martin Luther, she and a number of other nuns became disillusioned with the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church and fled the convent on Easter Eve in Her life took a very different direction upon her arrival in Wittenberg. She worked for a local family as a receptionist and governess, and she continued to take classes at the university. Katharina fell in love with Hicronymus (Jerome) Baumgaertner who was also a student and the son of a Nuernberg patrician family. They planned to get married, but his parents disapproved of their union and called him home. Katharina never saw him again. After many other attempts at matchmaking failed, Martin Luther, himself, proposed marriage. They were married on June 13, Martin, a 42-year-old ex-monk, and Katharina, a 26-year-old ex-nun. In addition to bearing their six children, Katharina also managed all their household affairs and acquired many plots of land. Martin and Katharina had a powerful relationship as man and wife, as parents of their own children, and as guardians of 100's of students and orphans. She fled from the Smalkaldian War 1546 to Dessau and then to Magdeburg. Katharina died a month short of her 54th birthday in Torgau after being injured in a wagon accident. She was fleeing another outbreak of the plague in Wittenberg. Her last words were a great testament to her powerful faith in God: "I shall cling to Christ as a burr clings to a coat." 5

6 ST. JACOBS EVENTS PAGE FALL WORSHIP HOURS Our fall/winter schedule is 9:15 AM Sunday School and 10:30 AM worship service. St. Jacob's 2011 Yard Sale October 22, :30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Volunteers are still needed, especially to run the elevator on the drop off days. Drop-off dates and times are as follows: Friday, October 14th 9:00 am - 8:00 pm Saturday, October 15th 8:00 am - 8:00 pm Sunday, October 16th 12:00 noon - 8:00 pm A sign-up sheet will be on the church bulletin board September 25th. Please sign your name, day and time you are available to help. The Food Committee for the Yard Sale needs quart jars with lids. Please bring to the church by Sunday, October 16, YANKEE CANDLE FUNDRAISER FOR ST. JACOB'S UCC Our sister church, St. Jacob's UCC, across the street, is having a Yankee Candle Fundraiser. During the most recent lightning storm, their church was struck by lightning and they lost a majority of their office equipment. In an effort to replace the equipment and offset the cost, they are having this fundraiser. There is a catalog and order form in the church office if you are interested in making a purchase. The orders are due by Sunday, October 30, Thank you in advance for your support. York County Council of Churches presents 2011 Festival of Trees Show dates: Friday, November 11th from 12:00 noon-8:00 p.m. Saturday, November 12th from 10:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m. Sunday, November 13th from 1:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. Show admission - $5.00; Children 12 & under are FREE Entertainment daily Auction date: Monday, November 14th - Doors open at 5:00 p.m.; Festival of Foods at 5:00 p.m.; Auction begins at 6:30 p.m. Auction & Festival of Foods Admission - $18.00 Food provided by Local Eateries **Come see the beautifully decorated trees and wreaths, fabulous theme baskets and other items on display and for purchase** Show & Auction held at: The Historical Society Museum of The York County Heritage Trust E. Market St, York, PA For more information, call the York County Council of Churches at Proceeds benefit the York County Council of Churches and the York Hunger Fund CHRISTMAS BANQUET WELCOME ONE AND ALL Friday, December 2, 2011 at 6 p.m. we will be holding our Annual Christmas Banquet. It will be in the basement at the church. We will be using a new caterer. We will have Roast Turkey & Ham, potatoes, filling, vegetables, gravy, roll & butter, relish and fruit cake for dessert. Cost will be $ Please make checks payable to: St. Jacob's Lutheran Church. 6

7 ST. JACOBS EVENTS PAGE BIRTHDAY PARTY FOR JESUS Our Birthday Party for Jesus will be held Sunday, December 11, 2011 during the worship service. Our gifts make it possible for the 365-plus residents of Pleasant Acres to receive a Christmas package. Your helping hand touches neighbors, family and friends who now call Pleasant Acres "home". Adult gifts will be delivered to Pleasant Acres. Children's gifts will be delivered to the Salvation Army. They need games, toys, games, etc. Please label each gift as to man, woman, boy, or girl and the clothing size. Gifts may be wrapped. The children will again gather the gifts and place them under the tree. Christmas Gift List 2011 Men - Pants(washable)-cotton blends or sweats-elastic waist or fitted - size 34-54; Casual shirtcotton blends-sizes S-XXXL; Fleece sweat suits-sizes S-XXXL; Cardigan sweaters-acrylic or fleece - size S-XXXL; Underwear and t-shirt - all sizes Women - House Dresses-open front - size S-XXXL; Cardigan Sweaters-acrylic or fleece - size S- XXXL; Fleece sweat suits-size S-XXXL; Sleeveless undershirts - size S-XXXL; Underwear-cotton blends or nylon - all sizes; Hair notions-ponytail bands, brushes & barrettes General - Watches with large numbers; Boxed jewelry sets/necklaces(over the head); Cosmetics/nail polish/small mirrors; tissues(boxes only); Postage stamps; Batteries(AA, AAA, C & D); Quarters for vending machines; Art Supplies-colored pencils, crayons, etc.; Inexpensive Universal Remote Controls for TV; Craft supplies-scrapbook supplies, yarn, craft paint & brushes, artificial flowers, fabric; Word search books(large print); Large print books/magnifying glass; Small coin purses/wallets; Comforters/bedspreads(twin size); Throw blankets; Large piece puzzles(100 pc); Board games Christian Life & Outreach Committee DEADLINE FOR COURIER ARTICLES Articles and information for the Courier are due by the 15th of each month. Please place articles in the "newsletter" box in the office. Thank you. Tip: Detach this page and place on your refrigerator as a reminder of upcoming events! 7

8 TGIFriday's FUNDRAISER We will be holding another fundraiser on Sunday, October 9, This will also help offset the cost of the Anniversary Meal. It will be at TGIFriday's on Kenneth Road. Please use the voucher below when dining at TGIFriday's to help benefit St. Jacob's Lutheran Church. Christian Life & Outreach Committee

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11 October 2011 SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY 1 Food Pantry - 10 a.m. 2 Sunday School - 9:15 a.m. Worship - 10:30 a.m. Free Will Offering - Lutheran World Relief 3 Council - 7 p.m Harvest Home Sunday Sunday School - 9:15 a.m. Worship - 10:30 a.m. TGIFriday's Fundraiser 10 Columbus Day Cemetery Board-7 p.m Drop off for yard sale - 9 a.m.-8 p.m. 15 COURIER ARTICLES DUE Drop off for yard sale - 8 a.m.-8 p.m. 16 Sunday School - 9:15 a.m. Worship - 10:30 a.m. Drop off for yard sale p.m YARD SALE 7:30 a.m..-3:30 p.m. 23 Sunday School - 9:15 a.m. Worship - 10:30 a.m. 24 Christian Life & Outreach Committee - 7 pm Christian Education Committee- 7 pm 25 Music and Worship Committee - 7 p.m Reformation Sunday 31 Sunday School - 9:15 a.m. Worship - 10:30 a.m. 11

12 ST. JACOBS LUTHERAN CHURCH P.O. Box 216 York New Salem, PA Return Service Requested Non-Profit Organization U.S. Postage Paid BULK RATE Permit No.1 York New Salem, PA Come Join us for Worship Sunday School Sunday Worship 9:15 a.m. 10:30 a.m. 12