Do not let your hearts be troubled, do not let them be afraid. John 14:27b

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1 Do not let your hearts be troubled, do not let them be afraid. John 14:27b On my way to work today I listened to a song by Zach Williams entitled, Fear is a Liar. I have to admit when I first heard the lyrics I had to look at the title, on my screen, because it is not very often you hear the word liar when listening to Christian radio. Intrigued, I focused on his message. When he told you you're not good enough. When he told you you're not strong enough. When he told you you're not worthy. That you ll never be enough...fear, he is a liar. He will take your breath. Stop you in your steps. Fear, he is a liar. He will rob your rest. Steal your happiness. Fear. Fear has many disguises and enters all of our lives at some point. The word family, alone, conjures up an array of emotions, from love and joy to frustration and sorrow. The stronger the love, the greater the impact. The greater our fear is that things will go wrong or won t right itself. Friends are a close second when it comes to our concerns and worries. Then there is secular expectation which often burdens us and weighs heavy on our hearts as we strive to overcome earthly obstacles to reach ultimate happiness. As we stretch out our hands to whatever we can grab on to, in effort to succeed, or just simple to survive, our selfesteem can weaken to the point where hope becomes a distant memory. We allow others to tell us our place in society, set the bar so to speak, and then continue to raise it. It might feel as if we are in a marathon that never ends. So ask yourself, What am I striving for? Do I set goals worthy of my time? Who am I and what am I here on this earth for? What is my purpose in life? There is only one objective that should overpower all the rest, and that is finding a secure place in the hands of God. When we allow God to take the lead we will most certainly reach our potential. Potential we may not even realize we have. God has plans that sometimes do not coincide with ours but which should relieve us. With God at the helm we don t have to be. With God in control we can trust everything will turn out alright and we will grow through those circumstances of life. We will learn that we do not have to be in control, but then we seldom are anyway. When we realize true power lies in a more heavenly realm, we can relax. We can enjoy this beautiful world God has created just for us. Try not to let the headlines instill fear; don t let your personal life overwhelm you. Rather look above the troubles of this world and allow the Spirit of God to descend upon you and bring you the peace you were meant to have. And remember, Fear, he is a liar. He will take your breath. Stop you in your steps. Fear he is a liar. He will rob your rest. Steal your happiness. Cast your fear in the fire. 'Cause fear he is a liar. Then remember the more important message from Christ Himself; Peace I leave you; my peace I give to you, I do not give to you as the world gives. John 14:27a I pray you all will have a safe and beautiful summer, Pastor Cheri

2 TRINITY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH OF COLEBROOK COUNCIL MEETING April 8, 2018 (Pending Revisions) The council of Trinity met on April 8, 2018 at 10:30 am. In attendance were: Audra Cuthie, Pastor Cheri Korte, Brad Yeingst, Tim Yeingst, Heather Fanus, Bill Calhoon, Jeff Keener, Dan Hardy, Elwood Weaber, and Shaina Kulp We opened the meeting with devotions from Shaina Kulp. Jeff Keener will have devotions for the May meeting. MEETING MINUTES Report attached. Dan Hardy made a motion to approve the March 2018 council meeting minutes and Bill Calhoon seconded the motion to accept the March 2018 council meeting minutes, motion carries. TREASURER S REPORT Report attached. Shaina Kulp made a motion to accept the Treasurer s Report and Tim Yeingst seconded the motion to accept the Treasurer s Report, motion carries. FINANCIAL SECRETARY S REPORT Report attached. Jeff Keener made a motion to accept the Financial Secretary s Report, and Bill Calhoon seconded the motion to accept the Financial Secretary s Report, motion carries. PASTOR S REPORT Report attached. Audra Cuthie made a motion to approve Pastor s Report and the vacation request for May 7-14, 2018 and Dan Hardy seconded the motion, motion carries. CORRESPONDANCE IN Thank you and Easter cards. CORRESPONDANCE OUT Cards being sent to those in need of a kind word or gesture. MEMBERSHIP CONCERNS Discussed in council. WORSHIP AND MUSIC No report. CHRISTIAN ED No report. PROPERTY COMMITTEE No report. Dan Hardy made a motion to accept the Spring clean-up day scheduled for May 12, 2018 at 9:00am, Tim Yeingst seconded the motion, motion carries. FINANCE AND STEWARDSHIP No report. SOCIAL OUTREACH Report attached. Shaina Kulp made a motion to accept the Social Outreach Report, Bill Calhoon seconded the motion, motion carries. WELCA No report. CEMETERY No report. OLD BUSINESS None. NEW BUSINESS Cheri Korte made a motion to approve the request for the Hardy family Christmas party in the Fellowship Hall on Saturday December 22, 2018 for the whole day, Audra Cuthie seconded the motion to approve the request, motion carries. A motion was made by Dan Hardy to adjourn the meeting and Tim Yeingst seconded the motion. The meeting was brought to a close with the praying of Our Lord s Prayer. The next council meeting will be held Sunday, May 6, 2018 at 6:30pm. Respectfully submitted, Shaina Kulp

3 Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church of Colebrook Reverend Cheryl A. Korte, Pastor Office Phone: Cell Phone: Address: Website: Trinitylutherancolebrook.org Follow on Like us on Facebook OUTDOOR SUNDAY SERVICES 4 th Sunday of Each Summer Month June 24, July 22 & August 26 Bring your lawn chairs! CONGRATULATIONS GRADUATES! Celebrating all you ve accomplished and wishing you a bright future filled with many blessings. Gabrielle Calhoon Granddaughter of Bill and Diane Calhoon. Gabrielle graduates from Twin Valley High School, Elverson, on June 9. She will be attending Kutztown University this fall majoring in Art Education. MaKenzie Cuthie Daughter of Steve and Audra Cuthie. MaKenzie graduates from Palmyra Area High School on June 7. She will be attending Colorado State University this fall in the Ecosystem Science and Sustainability program. Drew Robert Thomas Gerasimoff Grandson of Bob and Sandy Walborn. Drew will graduate from Bloomsburg High School on June 8. He will be attending Penn State University main campus beginning in June, where he will major in Engineering. Kayce Shay Hock Granddaughter of Bob and Sandy Walborn. Kayce will graduate from Lower Dauphin High School, Hummelstown, on June 7. She will be attending Miseracordia University this fall, where she will major in Early Childhood Education/Special Education. Go into the world and do well. But more importantly, go into the world and do good. Minor Myers Jr.

4 June is such a special month in oh so many ways. Your birthday comes along with bright and sunny days. Here s a birthday wish for happy days to come. And may your life be filled with laughter, joy and fun. July is filled with picnics, parties, games and fun; good times, friends and laughter in the sizzling summer sun. Your birthday s just as special as fireworks in the night. May all your days and years explode with pure delight! June 9 Skylee Sweitzer July 3 Marlene Stehman June 15 Collin Row & Tiffany Speraw July 6 Tracy Craig June 16 Mindy Weaber July 8 Kassie Chapman June 17 Mary Stager July 17 Connie Weirich June 20 Betty Lighty July 20 Gabby Craig & Jeremiah Hardy June 25 Kendra Wolf July 23 Trenton Sweitzer June 26 Kayleigh Leedy July 25 Barbara Witmer & Wayne Defelice June 28 Marti Speck July 27 Brayden Speck July 28 Kristen Kelly & Robert Yeingst July 29 Barb Buchmoyer & Helen Row How do I love thee? Let me count the ways. I love thee to the depth and breadth and height my soul can reach. - Elizabeth Barrett Browning Grow old along with me! The best is yet to be, the last of life, for which the first was made. - Robert Browning June 6 Earl & Mary Lois Smith July 7 Warren & Carol Gingrich June 11 Tom & Diane Haney June 24 Leonard & Tracy Monette June 24 Robert & Sandy Walborn WE REMEMBER IN OUR PRAYERS Dick Bailey; Ruth Beane; William Brandt; Josh Buchmoyer; Roger Carroll; Ben & Wendy Chicoria; Lori Colwill; Ella Coyn; Rick Fox; Carol Gingrich; Barb Hardy; Millie Jones; Betty Kreider; Jim Leonard; Denny Martin; Dale Meldahl; Matthew Monette; Greg Morgan; Alyssa & Doug Newill; Helen Pattishall; Jim Shirato; Joe Skok; Randy Sweitzer; Bob Wagner; Maureen Wimmer; Gabby & Savannah Assisted and Skilled Care Ralph Clare; Ellen Gepfer Others in Need Kiwira Coal Mine Congregation First Responders Brad Yeingst; Dylan Yeingst; Tim Yeingst Military Matthew Buchmoyer; Todd Campbell; Roger Daub; David Martin; Sawyer Mundorf; Townsend Mundorf; William Rimmler; David Walborn; Andrew Yeingst To have the Prayer Chain activated for a family member or friend who is in need of our prayers, please contact: 1. Pastor Cheri at to begin the prayer chain. 2. If Pastor Cheri is not available, call Barbara Hardy. 3. If Barbara Hardy is not available, call any other person listed. Margaret Daub Helen Row Barbara Hardy June Tschudy Lillian Minney Connie Weirich

5 JUNE WORSHIP TEAMS Thank you for serving as a team member at Trinity Lutheran Church! Worship is enhanced with everyone s participation. Volunteers are reminded to sign up on the monthly assignment sheets. If there is a certain month you would prefer to serve, please let Barb Buchmoyer know. Sunday, June 3 Sunday, June 10 Sunday, June 17 Outdoor Service Sunday, June 24 Music Leader Joe Buchmoyer Joe Buchmoyer Joe Buchmoyer Praise Ensemble Head Usher Wayne Defelice Wayne Defelice Wayne Defelice Wayne Defelice Head Usher Barb Witmer Barb Witmer Barb Witmer Barb Witmer Acolyte Communion Asst Sandy Walborn Dan Hardy Jeff Keener Mary Stager Liturgist Wendy Hammer Dan Hardy Altar Care Wendy Hammer Marie Martin Diane Carroll Mary Stager Altar Care Bob Hammer Margaret Daub Janet Hoy Offering Counter Bob Hammer Bob Hammer Offering Counter Steve Miller Steve Miller Readers The Lessons will be available in the Narthex. Feel free to pick a Lesson up as the Spirit moves you to be a reader. It s A Boy! A 10 lb. 6 oz. baby boy named Oliver John was born on April 23rd to Kelsey Yeingst, daughter of Jim and Sare t Yeingst and granddaughter of Ruth Beane. Thank you to all for the cards, prayers and concerns received since my diagnosis of cancer. I take one day at a time and ask God to walk with me as I take this journey in life. Ruth The Prayer Shawl & Quilt Ministry does not meet during June, July or August. See you in September!! ANNUAL TRINITY COMMUNITY PICNIC Mark Your Calendars! Saturday, July 28

6 SOCIAL OUTREACH Lutheran World Relief - Personal Care Kits Social Outreach needs a few more volunteers with our Lawn food pick up ministry on Tuesdays and Fridays. This is an easy way of helping our communities by picking up excess food from the Lawn turnpike plaza and delivering it to any one of several nonprofit agencies for distribution to those in need. The more helping hands we have, the easier it is. If you are interested or have questions, see Wendy Hammer or Bill Calhoon. We extend a grateful thank you to everyone who provided items and funds and helped assemble the kits. With your help and the use of a Thrivent Action Card, we will provide LWR with 67 kits. Lutheran World Relief - School Kits Education is important in every community, but especially those where poverty or disaster limits the options of young people looking to improve their lives. To the children who receive school kits, these supplies mean the difference between getting an education or not. Public school is usuall free, but in the places where Lutheran World Relief works, even a few required supplies, like pens and paper, may be more than many families can afford. And when parents can only afford to send one of their children to school, girls rarely get priority yet the education level of mothers has the biggest impact on development. COLLECTION BEGINS SUNDAY, JULY 8 Items Needed For Each Kit (Check the display in the narthex to see how many of each item are needed.) 4 70 sheet notebooks 1 box of 24 crayons 1 2 ½ inch eraser 1 pencil sharpener 1 ruler with centimeters and inches 1 ages 6+ scissors (with imbedded steel blades) 5 UNSHARPENED pencils (please no sharpened pencils) 5 black or blue ballpoint pens (no gel secure with rubber band) $1.40 Shipping NEWS FROM CARING CUPBOARD OF PALMYRA The 3 rd Annual Summer Lunch Food Drive will be held on June 9. We ll need lots of hands in several locations. Last year, this food drive resulted in 2,500 pounds of food and over $1,000 in donations. It is vital to the life of the Summer Lunch Program! To volunteer to help out with the Summer Lunch Program, Robin at robin@caringcupboard.org. To help in the general pantry, Roxanne at roxanne@caringcupboard.org. No Tidings Published in July August 2018 Tidings Deadline Sunday, July 22 TIDINGS INFORMATION & ARTICLES Items can be put in Diane Calhoon s mailbox or ed to grannycalhoon@gmail.com.

7 Please remember to include your name with submissions. Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church of Colebrook 58 Church Road, Manheim, PA Church Office Phone: Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday FOOD BANK SUNDAY Church Council Mtg Following Church 6:00 pm Social Outreach Committee Mtg No Prayer Shawl & Quilt Ministry Meetings in June, July & August OUTDOOR WORSHIP SERVICE COMING IN JULY MARK YOUR CALENDARS & CHECK YOUR SUNDAY BULLETINS Sunday, July 8 LWR School Kits Collection Begins Sunday, July 22 Tidings deadline Saturday, July 28 Annual Trinity Community Picnic