Trinity Lutheran Church

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1 Trinity Lutheran Church Proclaiming the Gospel of Jesus Christ 106 W. Penn Street, Bedford, PA Phone: (814) Website: Pastoral Emergencies after Office Hours: Pr Weinhold (410) Pr Short (814) NEW Office Hours: Monday-Friday; 8 am-noon & 1-3:30 pm The Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost Sunday, September 2, 2018 Eucharists at 8:30 & 10:00 am ~ Today s Hymns ~ Gathering Hymn: 793 Be Thou My Vision Communion Hymns: 592 Just As I Am, Without One Plea 801 Change My Heart, O God 717 Let Justice Flow Like Streams Sending Hymn: 824 This Is My Father s World

2 ~ Today s Readings ~ The First Reading: Deuteronomy 4:1-2, 6-9 L: A Reading from Deuteronomy: So now, Israel, give heed to the statutes and ordinances that I am teaching you to observe, so that you may live to enter and occupy the land that the Lord, the God of your ancestors, is giving you. You must neither add anything to what I command you nor take away anything from it, but keep the commandments of the Lord your God with which I am charging you. You must observe them diligently, for this will show your wisdom and discernment to the peoples, who, when they hear all these statutes, will say, "Surely this great nation is a wise and discerning people!" For what other great nation has a god so near to it as the Lord our God is whenever we call to him? And what other great nation has statutes and ordinances as just as this entire law that I am setting before you today? But take care and watch yourselves closely, so as neither to forget the things that your eyes have seen nor to let them slip from your mind all the days of your life; make them known to your children and your children's children L: The Word of the Lord. C: Thanks be to God. Psalmody: Psalm 15 LORD, who may dwell in your tabernacle? Who may abide upon your holy hill? Those who lead a blameless life and do what is right, who speak the truth from their heart; they do not slander with the tongue, they do no evil to their friends; they do not cast discredit up- on a neighbor. In their sight the wicked are rejected, but they honor those who fear the LORD. They have sworn upon their health and do not take back their word. They do not give their money in hope of gain, nor do they take bribes a- gainst the innocent. Those who do these things shall never be overthrown. LORD, who may dwell in your tabernacle? Who may abide upon your holy hill? The Second Reading: James 1:17-27 L: A Reading from James: Every generous act of giving, with every perfect gift, is from above, coming down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shadow due to change. In fulfillment of his own purpose he gave us birth by the word of truth, so that we would become a kind of first fruits of his creatures. You must understand this, my beloved: let everyone be quick to listen, slow 2

3 to speak, slow to anger; for your anger does not produce God's righteousness. Therefore rid yourselves of all sordidness and rank growth of wickedness, and welcome with meekness the implanted word that has the power to save your souls. But be doers of the word, and not merely hearers who deceive themselves. For if any are hearers of the word and not doers, they are like those who look at themselves in a mirror; for they look at themselves and, on going away, immediately forget what they were like. But those who look into the perfect law, the law of liberty, and persevere, being not hearers who forget but doers who act they will be blessed in their doing. If any think they are religious, and do not bridle their tongues but deceive their hearts, their religion is worthless. Religion that is pure and undefiled before God, the Father, is this: to care for orphans and widows in their distress, and to keep oneself unstained by the world. L: The Word of the Lord. C: Thanks be to God. The Gospel Acclamation Holy Gospel: Mark 7:1-8, 14-15, D: The Holy Gospel according to St. Mark, the 7 th chapter. C: Glory to you, O Lord. D: Now when the Pharisees and some of the scribes who had come from Jerusalem gathered around him, they noticed that some of his disciples were eating with defiled hands, that is, without washing them. (For the Pharisees, and all the Jews, do not eat unless they thoroughly wash their hands, thus observing the tradition of the elders; and they do not eat anything from the market unless they wash it; and there are also many other traditions that they observe, the washing of cups, pots, and bronze kettles. ) So the Pharisees and the scribes asked him, "Why do your disciples not live according to the tradition of the elders, but eat with defiled hands?" He said to them, "Isaiah prophesied rightly about you hypocrites, as it is written, 3

4 "This people honors me with their lips, but their hearts are far from me; in vain do they worship me, teaching human precepts as doctrines.' You abandon the commandment of God and hold to human tradition." Then he called the crowd again and said to them, "Listen to me, all of you, and understand: there is nothing outside a person that by going in can defile, but the things that come out are what defile." For it is from within, from the human heart, that evil intentions come: fornication, theft, murder, adultery, avarice, wickedness, deceit, licentiousness, envy, slander, pride, folly. All these evil things come from within, and they defile a person." D: The Gospel of the Lord. C: Praise to you, O Christ. Deacon s Intercessions: For the Church: that we may speak words of truth, love and hope to the world so that through us, others may come to know the grace of God. Lord in your mercy For all who hand on the traditions of our faith, particularly preachers, teachers, and parents: that they may share the faith clearly and convincingly, and lead others into an experience of God s great love. Lord in your mercy For freedom from our hypocrisies: that we may recognize where we say one thing and live by another so that we may come to greater integrity and wholeness. Lord in your mercy For national leaders: that God will give them wisdom and insight so that they might care well for the people they serve. Lord in your mercy For all who labor and enable us to be nourished, to live safely and be productive: that God will bless them in mind, body and spirit, and sustain them in their service. Lord in your mercy For all who are ill: especially ; that they might be surrounded and cared for by loved ones and caretakers and that health and wholeness might be restored each day. Lord in your mercy. For those who have died: especially ; that they may rest eternal in the care of God and that those who mourn might find comfort and hope in the sure and certain works of God. Lord in your mercy. For the Saints of the Church: especially we remember Saint Gregory the Great; pope, liturgist, and protector of the faith. May his example teach and challenge us as we seek to live our own lives of fidelity and service. Lord in your mercy. 4

5 Readings for Next Sunday, September 9 Festival of Dedication & Blessing of the Newly Renovated Altar & Nave I Kings 6:11-22; Psalm 84; I Peter 2:4-9; John 10:22-30 To The Glory of God The Bulletins are sponsored in honor of Chris birthday, with love, by Peg. Parishioners and friends are invited to sponsor Altar Flowers ($30/$45), Bulletins ($20), the Sanctuary Lamp ($5) and our Lutheran Missionary to Japan ($25). Please see the registration sheets in Trinity Hall and call the Church Office with any questions Inquirer s Dinner ~ Newcomers Welcome! Sunday, September 16; 12:15 pm Friends of the parish who are interested in meeting some fellow- Trinitarians, learning more about our ministries, and getting to know some of our parishioners who serve in leadership roles, are invited to gather for lunch, fellowship, and conversations. We ll gather in the Social Room, where members of the Outreach Team will serve a lite meal, and members of the Church Council will be on hand to share a little about the opportunities which their ministry teams offer. If you would like to join us, or know of someone who might, please contact the Church Office or Pr Short

6 Parish Announcements ~ September 2, 2018 ~ This Week Sunday (2) Monday (3) Tuesday (4) Wednesday (5) Thursday (6) THE FIFTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST 8:30 am ~ Holy Eucharist 10:00 am ~ Holy Eucharist Labor Day Holiday - Church Office Closed Free Community Dinner: 5:30 pm (JLG) Re-Set the Nave Project: 6:00 pm Bell Choir Rehearsal: 6:00 pm Anthem Choir Rehearsal: 7:00 pm Women of Trinity: 6:30 pm Next Week Sunday (9) FESTIVAL OF DEDICATION & BLESSING OF THE NEWLY RENOVATED ALTAR & NAVE 8:15 am ~ Holy Eucharist (begin Outside) 11:00 am ~ Holy Eucharist Tuesday (11) Free Community Dinner: 5:30 pm (Presbyterian) Wednesday (12) Faith & Fun: 3:15 pm Bible Study (II Samuel): 6:00pm Evening Vespers: 7:00 pm Choir Rehearsal: 7:30 pm CHURCH OFFICE HOURS The Church Office is Open Monday - Friday 8:00 am - Noon ~ and ~ 1:00-3:30 pm Please Call or Visit During these Times! 6

7 Celebration and Dedication Next Sunday, September 9 th, we ll return to the Nave with special rites of Dedication and Blessing, as we begin our year-long celebration of Trinity s 250 th Anniversary! Founded in 1769, the people of Trinity have been Worshiping God, Proclaiming the Gospel of Jesus Christ, and sharing a Christian Witness with the Bedford Community! Sunday, September 9; 2018 Festival Eucharist w/ Rite of Dedication: 8:15 am ~ Anthem Choir, Organ, and Brass Ensemble ~ Weather permitting, the gathering rites will begin OUTSIDE, in front of the Church, on the Public Square. Reception: 9:45 am 2nd Morning Eucharist: 11:00 am ~ Bell Choir, Cantor, and Organ ~ Bp Gregory will be our Special Guest for the Morning! The 250 th Anniversary Celebration Year begins with the Dedication of the newly renovated Altar & Nave. The rites for this morning s Festival Eucharist will include the blessing of the newly renovated Altar and Nave (the historic washing, anointing, and censing) ~ actions which are rich in ancient tradition and filled with symbolic acts bearing witness to the beauty and graces of our God. Please extend an Invitation to friends to join us! An Invitation to Not-Yet Donors If you have yet to make a commitment or special offering to the Altar & Nave Renovation Project, we would very much appreciate your support at this time. Next Sunday, 9/9, as part of the Dedication, we ll be expressing our thanks to the households of the parish for their financial support. So that we might include YOU among the supportive households, please return a pledge card, a gift, or contact the church office by Wednesday, 9/5. We re thankful for the gifts & commitments we ve received from parishioners & friends and the support from our designated invested funds which, to date, exceed $202,400 (76% of our $265,365 goal!) As we all share, in meaningful and committed ways, we ll bear this remaining responsibility together, as a parish family. THANKS! 7

8 ~ Worship & Music Ministries ~ Choir Rehearsals Our Bell and Anthem Choirs gather on Wednesday evenings to prepare anthems and special music to share as part of our congregation s Sunday morning liturgies. Please speak with Terry or Susan if you would like to join the fellowship of one of our choirs! This Wednesday, 9/5, Bell Choir will rehearse at 6:00 pm and Anthem Choir will rehearse at 7:00 pm. (Anthem Choir rehearsal will shift to 7:30 pm, on 9/12, when we resume our mid-week gatherings to sing Evening Prayer/Vespers.) Wednesday Evening Vespers ~ Weekly Contemplative Prayer Services ~ Beginning Wednesday, September 12; 7:00 pm ~ Children & Youth Ministries ~ Faith & Fun ~Afterschool Ministry w/ Children in Grades K-5 Registration for the September Beginning is Open! 1 st Gathering: Wednesday, September 12; 3:30-4:30 pm We provide (chartered private bus) transportation from the Bedford Elementary and Chestnut Ridge Schools for kids in Grades K-5 every Wednesday afternoon. Parents are asked to arrive at Trinity to pick up your daughters/sons at 4:30 pm. As this very safe, reliable, and convenient transportation benefit is not inexpensive, we re asking for a 1x contribution of $50/child for the school year. You can share this support when you submit your registration information. (Please see Liz or Pr David if the cost is prohibitive, and we ll work with you!). Advance registration is encouraged, which you can do via the church website (trinitylutheranbedford.com). Or, if you prefer a paper registration form, pick one up in Trinity Hall and return it to the office. We are again inviting snack sponsors at $20 a week to help offset the food and drink expenses of the program. If you would like to sponsor snacks for one of the weeks of faith and fun, please sign up on the white board in Trinity Hall. Sunday School s September Kick-Off Sunday, September 16; 9:45 am We ll start together in Trinity Hall, greet our teachers for the year, enjoy some great songs, and then make our way to our 1 st day of classes. Classes for Preschool & Elementary Children Middle School Youth, Sr High Youth, and Adult Forum 8

9 Acolyte Training Sunday September 16; 9:45am Many of our youth help lead our worship as crucifers and as bearers of the light. As we begin a new academic year, we will be taking some time to gather together for a special training in these important tasks. We will gather during the Sunday school hour and wrap up in plenty of time for late church. Youth and Families ~ Annual Kick-Off Lunch! Sunday September 23; 12:30pm in the Social Room As we kickoff another rocking year of youth ministries at Trinity, we take a little time to get together, have lunch, and look at the year ahead for our youth. We will talk about youth programming for the year, confirmation ministries, answer any questions, and get a jump on signing up for Fall Foliage. If you have a Middle School or Sr High Youth in your family, please try to free up an hour of your time and join us for this informative event. Please sign up in Trinity Hall so we have plenty of food for everyone! First Youth Group of the Year Sunday September 30; 2:00-3:45pm All youth are invited to come out for our first Youth Group of the year on Sunday Sept. 30. We will play all sorts of games. Some will be old favorites, one will be new and it s amazing! We will have some discussion and refreshments. Then we will wrap things up by making some new Kiva Partners. Please sign up in Trinity Hall. ~ Adult & All-Parish Ministries ~ Trinity Book Club Tuesday, September 4; 1:30 pm The Trinity Book Club will meet on Tuesday, September 4, at 1:30 pm, in the Parish House. We ll discuss Hillbilly Elegy, by J.D. Vance. Please contact the group s coordinator, Pat Macchiarolo, with any questions at (814)

10 Women of Trinity ~ Celebrating Art Thursday, September 6; 6:30 pm Our season, Celebrating Trinity s Ministries kicks off with our first gathering in September! All women of the parish are invited to come and enjoy Paint, Canvas, and Wine, led by Dorothy Vensel, in the social room. Dorothy will have a pre-drawn canvas on which she will guide us in the painting process. A sign-up sheet is posted in Trinity Hall for those planning to attend. The cost is $10 per person for materials. Please plan to join us! Wednesday Night Bible Study and Vespers Resuming Wednesday, September 12 Bible Study ~ 6:00 pm This fall, Pr Weinhold and Pr Short will lead a 10 session study of II Samuel, the Old Testament book which is principally devoted to Israel s history under the reign of King David. Plan now to join us for these informative presentations and discussions. Vespers ~ 7:00 pm We ll resume our regular Wednesday Evening discipline of gather to sing our Evening Prayers together. Most evenings, we sing a somewhat contemporary setting of this ancient contemplative prayer office, which is marked by canticles and readings (and prayers, of course). Please join us! Adult Forum ~ Sunday Morning Adult Faith Formation Sunday, September 16; 9:45 am Fall Topic: Influential American Lutherans As we begin the celebration of our 250 th Anniversary Year, we re going to explore the lives of 11 individuals who have made a significant influence on American Lutheranism, beginning with 17 th century Conrad Weiser, (18 th ) Henry Melchior Muhlenberg and his son, Peter, (19 th ) Samuel Simon Schmucker, Charles Porterfield Krauth, (20 th ) Arthur Carl Piepkorn, and (20/21 st ) Richard Jenson, and Eric Gritch, Richard John Neuhaus. We ll even look at the faith-life of SCOTUS Chief-Justice William Rehnquist, who was a life-long Lutheran. Many of these people would have been well acquainted with Trinity, Bedford. Please plan to join Pr Weinhold and Pr Short, in Trinity Hall, for these discussions. 10

11 Young Adult Night Out ~ Aki Japanese Steakhouse, Altoona Friday September 28; 6:30pm Our Young Adults (Adults Only) are heading out for a casual evening of sushi and togetherness. We will gather at the Aki Japanese Steakhouse in Altoona (Next to Weis and Harbor Freight) at 6:30pm and enjoy some tasty entrees together. Many have raved about the sushi, but there are other entrees to be ordered as well. I hope you can join us. Please sign up in Trinity Hall. Trinity Hikers are on the Move! Sunday, September 30; 1:00 pm We ll meet at Trinity and caravan to Trough Creek State Park (c. 15 miles north-east of Saxton) to enjoy the trails. See Mary Lorah or Pr David if you would like to join us. A sign-up sheet is in Trinity Hall. Adult Night Out Fellowship Fairways ~ at the Down River Golf Course, Everett Tuesday, October 16; 6:00 pm Join with friends of the parish, as we gather for a casual evening of dinner and fellowship at Fairways Bar & Grill at the Down River Golf Course. We had a great time together at Ray & Brenda Jenning s home last month, and we re looking forward to another nice evening together. Friends who care to do so may remain to play in the weekly Trivia Tournament which is held each Tuesday at Fairways, beginning at 7:30 pm. Sign up in Trinity Hall, if you can join us. Please contact Pr Short with any questions. ~ Outreach Ministries ~ September s Special Ministry Highlight and Appeal Missionaries: Pr Hitoshi and Satoko Adachi Pastor Adachi, and his wife Satoko, are our new Missionary Family, serving as ELCA Missionaries to 2 Japanese-speaking congregations in Kumamoto, Japan. In a community where Christianity is still in its infancy, Pr Adachi and his wife reach out and share the hope of the Gospel and invite and welcome newcomers to the Christian Faith. Our gifts of prayer and offerings help support and encourage their efforts. As you are able through the month of September, please share special offerings, designated for Missionary Support. Please make checks payable to Trinity. 11

12 Free Community Dinner ~ Ecumenical Ministry Trinity hosts and coordinates the Free Community Dinner ministry which has been serving warm and nutritious meals to neighbors of our community every week since September, 2009! Thanks for all the support which so many parishioners and friends continue to share with this ministry! Trinity s Next Night to Serve is Tuesday, September 18. Please watch for a sign-up sheet for volunteers as the date gets closer. Pillow-Case Sewing Ministry Wednesday, September 26; 1:00 4:00 pm Parishioners and Friends are invited to gather in the Senior High classroom to decorate pillow-cases and small quilts which are sent to hospitalized kids and cancer patients. Come and sew for a few afternoon hours as you are able. Please contact Doris Caldwell (814) with any questions. ~ Other Notes ~ Sunday Morning Refreshment Hosts It s Time To Sign Up Again! It is a great blessing to enjoy good fellowship and refreshment with one another throughout the year. This is thanks to numerous people who volunteer to host refreshments on Sundays throughout the academic year. If you would like to host refreshments one Sunday this upcoming year, please sign up in Trinity Hall. And remember, our wonderful Coffee Stewards will make sure the coffee and hot water are always on so you just have to worry about providing the munchies! 250 th Anniversary Photo Directory Photographers will be returning to Trinity for their final sessions on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, October 2, 3, and 4. If you ve not done so already, please register for a time to be photographed, so that your picture will be included in all-parish Photo Directory (free of charge). Everyone who is photographed will receive a free 8x10 of your choice, and a free copy of the photo directory. You may also choose to purchase other photos as you may desire. Register for a photo-time through the link on Trinity s website, or you may contact the Church Office for assistance. 12

13 Some Upcoming Special 250 th Anniversary Events to Remember o September 9; Sunday ~ Dedication Celebration in the Nave ~ Festival Liturgies, with the Rites of Blessing, beginning at 8:15 am, and a 2 nd Eucharist at 11:00 am. o October 28; Sunday ~ Special 250 th Anniversary Year Reformation Liturgies, joined by friends from our neighboring Lutheran congregations. o November 4; Sunday ~ 250 th Anniversary Year All Saints Festival ~ Special Guest, The Rev. Dr. Ron Miller, son of Trinity. o November 25; Sunday ~ 250 th Anniversary Christ the King Festival ~ Special Celebration and Anniversary Time Capsule at 9:45 am o AND Be sure to watch for the 250 th Commemorative Handmade Collectible Mugs, which will go on sale, for $20 each, in October. 1/household, please. Sorry - no advance sales or reservations. Loose Coins in the Sunday Offering Loose coins which are received in the Sunday Offering are directed to acts of charity, through a special Discretionary Fund. This might be a small grocery order or other essential needs to help a neighbor get through a challenging situation. See Pr Short or Pr Weinhold with any questions. Thanks for your generosity! Charitable Gift Annuities Did you know that you can structure a Charitable Gift Annuity that can pay you as much as 9.5% annually, throughout your lifetime (depending on your age), and that will benefit the Ministries of Trinity in the future? For more information contact your favorite financial advisor or the church office (if you would like some recommendations). If you ve not done so already Would you please Consider Naming Trinity to Receive a Special Legacy Gift from your Estate? These Gifts will assist those who follow us to continue to share Faithful and Meaningful Christian Ministries with the Families of Trinity and our Bedford Community! 13

14 ~ 2018 Church Council & Ministry Team Notes ~ President: Kevin Rizzo Vice-President: Wynn Leppert Secretary: Tammy Crawford Treasurer: Jay Cessna Worship & Music: Jennifer Bailey & Lisa Hagenbuch Children & Youth: Tammy Crawford & Kevin Rizzo Adult & All-Parish: Alice Corle & Betsy Littlefield Outreach: Mary Lorah & Carol Siegfried Property: Wayne Hullihen & Wynn Leppert Finance & Stewardship: Jay Cessna & Don Replogle Upcoming Ministry Team Meetings and More: September 4 (Tuesday); 6:00 pm ~ Re-set the Nave for Worship October 8 (Monday); 6:00 pm ~ Deacon s Conclave October 15 (Monday); 6:00 pm ~ Worship & Music Team Meeting October 15 (Monday); 7:00 pm ~ Outreach Team Meeting October 22 (Monday); 6:00 pm ~ Finance Ministry Team Meeting October 22 (Monday); 7:00 pm ~ Property Ministry Team Meeting October 23 (Tuesday); 6:00 pm ~ Children & Youth Ministry Team Mtg October 23 (Tuesday); 7:00 pm ~ Adult All Parish Ministry Team Mtg November 19 (Monday); 6:30 pm ~ Council Meeting ~ Worship Attendance & Offerings ~ Our Worship and Tithes are an out-pouring of our Gratitude in response to the Lord s Gracious Gifts of Life and Salvation. This Past Week ~ through August 31 Attendance: 158 Tithes & Offerings: $4, Year to Date: $213, Thank You for Supporting the Ministries of Trinity with your Time, Prayers, and Generosity! 14

15 Please contact the Church Office to have family members and/or friends included in the Prayers at Sunday Liturgies and on the Parish Prayer List. And, be sure to notify Pr Weinhold or Pr Short if you would appreciate visitations and prayers during hospitalizations or extended home-bound recuperations. For The Church Our Bishops, Pastors, Deacons and all who labor for the Gospel. Parishioner and friends who serve on our Church Council and Ministry Teams. Pr. & Mrs. Hitoshi & Satoko Adachi, ELCA missionaries to Kumamoto, Japan. For Our Nation and All Peoples Of Creation Leaders of the Nations, and our own National, State and Local Officials. Police Officers, Fire-Fighters, and Military Personnel and their families. The Homeless and the Hungry, and those who care for them. Those recovering from Flooding, Storms, & Wildfires, and those who provide aid and support. Teachers and Students, as they return to their classrooms and studies. For Parishioners, Family Members & Friends, especially Nancy Batzel, Ann Bittner, Becky Bortz, Harry Clark, Fred & Connie Claycomb, Marie Doyle, Gladys Dumeyer, Betty Hoover, Juanita Kerr, Roger & Juda Markle, Guy Mellott, Laura Morse, Suella Pensinger, Peg Roadman, Mid Stanko, Leotta Taylor (9/2) Diane Dolan (Peg Turner s friend) (8/19) Debbie Tweedie (Dan & Kim Dull s friend), Tauris Davis (Tammy Crawford s father), Marian Lippert (Gretchen Fleischer s sister), Bonnie Schnably (Joe s cousin) For Those Who Have Died and Those Who Mourn Dale Kleinertz (8/26 Tony s father), Phyllis Strawn (8/22), Betty Lou Richardson (8/21 former member & Sr Anna Mary s sister), Scott E. Dibert (8/20 Janet Raines cousin), Mary Catherine Robinette (8/19 Janet Raines cousin), Matthew Clingerman (8/13 Wynn & Rosie Leppert s nephew), Troy Lankey (8/10 Dot Keller s grandson), Terry Fix (7/31 Eric Kidd s father), Edith Haughwout (7/11 Carol Carper s mother), Robert Gottron (7/11 Barb Debski s brother), Michelle Ramentta (7/8 Kevin Rizzo s aunt), Mary Pearl Bankes (7/8 Janet Raines aunt), Tom Waltman (7/6 Laura Garlock s friend). 15

16 Serving Today ~ Sunday, September 2 8:30 am 10:00 am Greeters Ron & Mary Johnson Wayne & Sue Prescott Ushers Bill & Mary Ann Martz Dan & Lois Boyer David & Kristen Statler Acolyte Tyler Dunkle Sammy Prescott Lector Charlene Rose Sue Prescott Deacon Don Replogle Guy Mellott Ron & Michelle Plush Altar Guild Faith Nelson Carol Siegfried Rosie Leppert Janet Bowser Serving Next Sunday, September 9 8:15 am 11:00 am Altar Guild Sara Snyder, Lisa Hagenbuch LaDonna S. & Jessica A. Greeters Nicole Clark, Judy Smith Rick & Judy Smith Ushers Marlene Claycomb, Brenda Foor Jeff & Nancy Saxman Brenda Jennings, Mary Ann Martz Joe & Nanette Schnably Present Gifts Lois Boyer, Wynn Leppert Crucifer Emmi Hagenbuch Dalton Crawford Acolytes Cam Hagenbuch, Ali Seager Brayden C. & Luke D. Choir Anthem & Brass Bells Lectors Jim & Linda McElroy Diane Cogan Deacon All Deacons Serving Diane C, Mike M, Don R Through The Month of September September Offering Stewards: Jennifer Bailey & Tammy Crawford ~ ~ ~ September Property Steward: Rick Smith ~ ~ ~ September Recycling Steward: Rick Smith 16