The Beacon All things are lawful, but not all things are helpful. All things are lawful, but not all things build up. Let no one seek his own good, but the good of his neighbor. I Corinthians 10:23-24 The Newsle er of St. Paul s UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST McConnellsburg Trinity UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST Fort Loudon OCTOBER 2015 Fact Sheet: Penn Central Conference is: 193 congrega6ons in covenant, 40,000 members located in 19 coun6es Approximately 400 authorized ministers Located in urban, suburban, small town and rural Central PA from NY to MD Have an ac6ve Outdoor Ministry program Divided into 8 Associa6ons (Central, Ge ysburg, Harrisburg, Lancaster, Lebanon, Mercersburg, Northern, York) One of 38 regional bodies of the United Church of Christ The Conference is governed by a Board of Directors consis6ng of 3 representa6ves of each of our 8 Associa6ons Faith-based and mission driven Conference was formed in January 1963 as a merger of the Congrega6onal Chris6an The Fort Loudon-McConnellsburg Charge of the United Church of Christ 228 North 2nd Street McConnellsburg, PA 17233 STAMP
Pastor s Message Although Advent and Christmas are s6ll months away, the Church calendar for October and November contains a number of recognized holy days. On Sunday, October 4, we will celebrate World Wide Communion Sunday with Chris6an Churches around the world. The Joyful Noise Band will lead us in worship. That same day, is the annual CROP Walk at Cowan s Gap. Sponsored by Church World Service over 1,000 walks are scheduled around the U.S. If you can t par6cipate as a walker, encourage our walkers by pledging dollars for their walking. On Saturday, October 10, the Trinity congrega6on will host the annual pork and sauerkraut dinner. On October 25 we will celebrate Reforma6on Sunday, joining with Protestant Chris6ans around the world. On November 1 we will celebrate All Saints Day. This is the one Sunday set aside to remember those who have died in the faith. As Chris6ans we believe that the communion of saints (those on earth and those who have entered heaven) is a con6nua- 6on of Chris6an discipleship. If you have a loved one or friend whom you would like us to remember on that Sunday, please let Pam or Glenn know and we will include them in the worship service as we remember those who have preceded us in the faith. With special celebra6ons and Sunday School in full swing, invite a friend or neighbor to join us. As always, con6nue to hold the ministries of Trinity and St. Paul s in your prayers as we go about the Lord s work here in Fulton and Franklin Coun6es as well as our outreach throughout the world. Pastor Tussing Trinity Consistory met on September 8, 2015. The mee6ng was opened with prayer by Rosie Shives. The minutes were approved as read. The Treasurer's report included the Peach Fes6val breakdown so far along with the regular treasurer' report. The Deacons reported that Glenn needs to order the offering envelopes for 2016. We will need to check with Cindy about how many were used in 2015. Trustees reported that a bulky pick-up is coming up. Sam & Linda checked out some of the items in the church basement for possible things to clean out. The sign out front of the church should be painted un6l we have the work done to replace it. Evangelism Commi ee reported that the following are dates of upcoming events. October 3rd is the free food and clothing from 10-12. October 10th is our pork and sauerkraut supper from 3:30-6:30. October 31st is the Women's Retreat. A copy of the pastor's report was available for everyone to review. Old business included informa6on about the copier being ordered. The company was asking for a contact person to be able to let them into the church for delivery. Linda or Rosie will be available for this. The Safe Church Policy needs to be reviewed by someone since Heidi has go en a full-6me teaching posi6on. The sink holes in the cemetery will need filled. Linda might have a li le dirt available for this along with asking Joe if there would be any extra dirt from digging graves at Stenger Hill. The search commi ee has had a couple of mee6ngs and will be mee6ng again soon. Under other business, Penn Central Conference is having a Hartman Center Retreat for Ministers from October 14-15, 2015. The cost would be $75.00 for food and facili- 6es. The conference would cover all other expenses. It was approved to pay our share if Pastor Tussing would like to a end this event. We are con6nuing to look for a regular organist. With no further business, our mee6ng was adjourned with the praying of our Lord's Prayer. Submi ed by Kathy Hess, Trinity Secretary
OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD SHOEBOX MINISTRY By: Mary Haubrick Each year, Samaritan s Purse delivers millions of gi-filled shoe boxes to boys and girls all over the world. A small shoebox can have a big impact. What goes into the box is fun, but what comes out of it is eternal. Be a part of changing children's lives all over the world in Jesus' Name through the power of a simple gi with Opera(on Christmas Child. Empty shoeboxes are available at St. Paul s United Church of Christ for anyone who would like to par(cipate in this outreach ministry. You may also use your own empty cardboard box or purchase a plas(c shoebox with lid. DEADLINE FOR RETURNING THE FILLED BOXES TO ST. PAUL S IS SUNDAY, NOV. 15.. Things to consider when filling a box are: Determine whether your gi will be for a boy or a girl and the age category: 2 to 4; ----5 to 9;----or 10 to 14. Suggested items are School Supplies: pens, pencils and sharpener, crayons or markers, stamp and ink pad sets, wri(ng pads or paper, solar calculators, coloring and picture books. Toys: small cars, balls, dolls, stuffed animals, kazoos, harmonicas, yo-yos; jump ropes, small Etch a Sketch, toys that light up or make noise (with extra ba;eries), slinky Hygiene Items: toothbrush, toothpaste, mild bar soap, (Put in a plas(c bag), comb, washcloth, etc. Other: hard candy and lollipops (Please double bag all candy), mints, gum, T-shirts, socks, ball caps, sunglasses, hair clips, toy jewelry, watches, flashlights (with extra ba;eries) A Personal Note; In a separate envelope, you may enclose a note to the child and a photo of yourself or your family. DO NOT INCLUDE: Damaged Items; war-related items such as toy guns, knives or military figures; chocolate or food, out of date candy, liquids or lo6ons; medica6ons or vitamins; breakable items such as snow globes or glass containers; aerosol cans. A dona(on of $7 or more is requested for each shoe box to help cover shipping and project costs. If you are not able to shop to fill a shoebox, you can s(ll par(cipate by your dona(ons that will be a great help to this special ministry. A gi to Opera(on Christmas Child helps cover processing and shipping expenses and allows teams to share the Good News of Jesus Christ with children and their families. For more informa(on, contact Mary Haubrick at 987-3604 or mhaubrick@embarqmail.com.
St. Paul s United Church of Christ Consistory Mee6ng September 15, 2015 Members present were Loy Garber, Seleen Shives, Carol Mello;, Kirk Cover, Pam Carmack, Hillary Alexander, John Glazier and Donna House. Pastor Keith Tussing was present and opened the mee(ng with prayer. Minutes from the previous mee(ng were approved as presented on a Donna, Carol mo(on. Treasurer s report was reviewed and approved, as presented, on a Pam, Hillary mo(on. Treasurer s report is a;ached to these minutes in the church office. An invoice from Lifeway for the Adult Sunday School material was approved for payment on a Seleen and Donna mo(on. CM Fuels invoice for replacement of the church oil tank was presented and approved to be paid on a Pam and Donna mo(on. Pastor Tussing presented his report. The report was accepted into the minutes. Chris(an Educa(on was discussed, Hillary reported the pizza/sleep over party was a success. Consistory is con(nuing to track the fuel oil and kilowa; usage at the church since the new air condi(oning unit and new furnace were installed. Upon inspec(on the oil tank at the parsonage does not need to be replaced. The basement storage area is being cleaned and organized to make room for a computer center. Brian Mello; will be installing new receptacles in the area. Two computers have been made available for the Sunday school to use. Memorial Fund amount of $100.00 was donated to Heralds of Hope on a Donna, Kirk mo(on. Return of the Contemporary Service was viewed as posi(ve by all that were in a;endance. Search Commi;ee is almost ready to submit the church profile. One of the wall units downstairs needed repair, Kirk took care of this and the part was covered under warranty. A request to purchase the dehumidifier that is no longer used was approved on a John and Donna mo(on for $100.00 as is. A dona(on was made to cover the cost (6 foot table on sale at SAM S for $49.98 plus tax) of purchasing 12 new lighter weight tables for downstairs and a request from Bernice Crouse at Trinity for the old tables. This was approved on a Seleen and Hillary mo(on. The lighter tables are needed to make space easily for the growing Sunday school downstairs. Mee(ng was adjourned by all praying The Lord s Prayer. RespecQully submi;ed Pam Carmack Treasurer s Report Total Income for August 2015 $8,500.56 Total Expenses for August 2015 $4,589.79 Interest Earned for August 2015 $ 2.42 NET GAIN $3,913.19
TRINITY S FINANCIAL UPDATE Month Received Budget to Date Expended to January-August $43,148.73 $48,444.64 $36,988.16 September $ 3,556.64 $ 6,055.52 $ 6,549.47 October Beacon Ar6cle Deadline: Tuesday, September 22rd. Beacon pickup: Sunday, September 27th. TOTAL YTD $46,705.37 $54,500.16 $43,531.63 Secretary - Pam Carmack buckpcar@embarqmail.com (717)-485-4795 St. Paul s UCC 228 N Second Street, McConnellsburg, PA 17233 (717)-485-5554***mcbucc@embarqmail.com Facebook & www.uccmccbg.weebly.com Trinity UCC P.O. Box 253 13189 Main Street, Fort Loudon, PA 17224 (717)-369-4773***trinityuccloudon.webs.com www.pccucc.org (Penn Central Conference) www.ucc.org Thursdays Wednesday, October 7 Saturday, October 10 Sunday, October 11 Tuesday, October 13 Wednesday, October 14 Sunday, October 18 Tuesday, October 20 Wednesday, October 21 Sunday, October 25 Wednesday, October 28 Joyful Noise Prac6ce Trinity Prayer and Praise, 6:30 p.m. Trinity Pork and Sauerkraut Dinner, 3:30-6:30 p.m.at Community Center (Help and dona6ons needed) Change Collec6on for Hartman Center Trinity Consistory Mee6ng, 7:00 p.m. Trinity Choir Prac6ce, 6:30 p.m. St. Paul s Church Women United Mee6ng, 7:00 p.m. Trinity Building Fund Collec6on St. Paul s Consistory Mee6ng, 7:00 p.m. Trinity Prayer and Praise, 6:30 p.m. Trinity Change Collec6on for Hartman Center Trinity Choir Prac6ce, 6:30 p.m.
3 Rosie Shives 6 Donna House 7 Be;y Burns 9 Darlene Seiders Bill Alexander 12 Connor McElhinny 13 Zereau Higgins 15 Kimberly Pryor Ma; Pryor 17 Loy Garber Karen Rosenberry 18 Jeanne Sweeney 19 Barb Hurst 24 Bethany Crouse Skip Daniels 25 Kadence Lake 28 Mary Lou Fritz 29 Linda Garber 30 Amanda Zeis Dave Mello; Bethany Wynn Family of Bob Carmack Bertha Byers Be;y Daniels Dorothy and Paul Stevens Gary Stevens Gene, Elsie and Barb Bricker Joyce and Thurman Hassler Military and families Sponsored Children: Adrianus, Marc Philip, Thierry, Marcela Zeis family Jean McLucas Diane Baxter Family of Janis Cutchall Kylene McLucas Arwood Elaine Armstrong Nancy Barmont Family of Henry Isban All individuals and families affected by cancer All Sunday school classes Our Church & it s ministries Trinity s Ushers: St. Paul s Ushers: Bey and Sam Burns Ruth and Jennifer Brubaker If you have any addions or correcons to the prayer list or the birthday list, please contact the church office. St. Paul s Flowers: Jody Shimer and Seleen Shives