THE RENEWAL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF HAVRE DE GRACE 551 Franklin Street, Havre de Grace, MD 21078 Church (410) 939-3611 October 2018 Dear Friends, The Letter to the Hebrews, like the Letter of James which we read last month, is another one of the lesser-read books of the Bible. Surprisingly, it has a message that is quite applicable to people today. The letter was written to disciples of Jesus in Palestine who had come to faith through Judaism. At one time their faith in Jesus was strong and vibrant. But now facing struggles, trials, and persecution, their faith had grown weak, with some returning to Judaism. The letter is an appeal to remain strong in faith. This message rings true in the church today. We are losing members. Our influence seems to be waning. We cling to practices that no longer reach the needs of people today. There is frequent harmful conflict among us. It is a good time to return to the foundation of our faith and to remember what it is we believe. The letter begins with Jesus and speaks about who he is. He watches over us more than any guardian angel. He is greater than any sacrifice we can offer. He brings us closer to the heart of God than any high priest. The letter helps us to take a fresh look at Jesus. The letter says that life is like a race, a marathon. It is about setting good and high goals. About not quitting when the terrain is steep and we encounter foul weather. About keeping our eyes fixed on the goal and not giving up or giving in to lesser goals. And the letter tells us that there is a cloud of witnesses cheering for us and encouraging us as we run in this race. Moses and the Apostles and Jesus himself are all pulling for us. We hope to learn something new about running the race of faith and to encourage each other about reaching the goal set for us. Faithfully, Rich (linkmail06@gmail.com) 1
OCTOBER 2018 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 2 3 4 5 6 Grace Place Session packet info due 27 th Sunday in Ordinary Time 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 Sunday School 9:45am Communion Sunday Coffee Fellowship 9:30am to 10:45am Worship 11:00am Rev. Rich Link speaking World Communion Sunday; Peace & Global Witness Offering Domestic Violence Awareness 28 th Sunday in Ordinary Time 14 Columbus Day 15 16 Session Meeting Green Room 6:30 pm 17 Choir practice 6:15 pm Jane & Paul Martin s home 18 19 20 Sunday School 9:45am Coffee Fellowship 9:30am to 10:45am Worship 11:00am Rev. Rich Link speaking Blessing of the Animals 12:30pm to 1:00 pm November Newsletter Deadline World Food Day Choir practice 6:15 pm Jane & Paul Martin s home 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 Sunday School 9:45am Coffee Fellowship 9:30am to 10:45am Worship 11:00am Rev. Rich Link speaking Children s Sabbath Educate a Child, Transform the World 30 th Sunday in Ordinary Time 28 29 United Nations Day 30 31 Choir practice 6:15 pm Jane & Paul Martin s home The Vine food pantry 10 11:30am & Books for Bread 9 to noon Sunday School 9:45am Coffee Fellowship 9:30am to 10:45am Worship 11:00am Rev. Rich Link speaking Reformation Sunday 2
CHURCH FAMILY NEWS 10/04 Brett Forton 10/20 Torinda Lutz-Petrillo 10/05 Jim Glod 10/23 Kelly Pentz 10/09 Joshua Owens 10/26 Mary Ernst-Swanson 10/11 Emma Grace Weitzel 10/28 Tara Werkheiser 10/11 Jennifer Cibelli 10/28 Caleb Hartsfield 10/12 Jason Owens 10/29 Sandra Sapp 10/12 Stacey Leigh Hopps 10/26 John & Jeannette Sauers DUTY ROSTER Flower Building Liturgist Ministry And Grounds Usher-Tellers 10/07 Larry Dobson Sandy Matthews Ryan Andreen Team #3 Scott Pentz (Capt.) 10/14 Jennifer Cibelli Tara Werkheiser Pam Mason Team #4 Greg Smith (Capt.) 10/21 Kimberly Andreen Priscilla Richardson Greg Smith Team #5 George Deibel (Capt.) 10/28 Ed Matthews Esther Dunaway Ed Matthews Team #1 Ron Stein (Capt.) Communion 10/07 Ryan Andreen Kim Andreen Church Staffed Office Hours Monday Office Closed Tuesday 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Wednesday 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Thursday 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Friday Office closed 3
Announcements and Prayer Concerns The Vine Food Pantry always needs: Peanut Butter, Jelly/Jams, Spaghetti/Sauce, Canned meats, Mac & Cheese, and Cereals. Pick up one or two items the next time you re shopping and drop them at church on Sunday. If everyone brings 1 item, which will be 40-50 items a week the pantry could stay full. PRAYER CONCERNS Our church family and friends. Prayers for our country, our president, our military, our law enforcement and our first responders. Edith Hoffman requests prayer for her husband Fred. Continued prayers for Ron & Carolyn Mathias. Continued prayers for Leola Leffler and family. Continued prayers for 8-year old Riley (diagnosed with leukemia) and her grandmother Sandy and their family. Continued prayers for Pat Allingham s sister Cyndy Hartsfield, healing from a fall. Continued prayers for Faith Andreen. Her neurology visit went well. She does indeed have migraines and will be taking medication to manage. Her injured foot just needs a boot and 2 more weeks rest. They x-rayed both feet to compare and found that there is a serious issue with her other foot. That foot has never had pain or been any problem, but it revealed osteochondritis desiccants in the X-ray, which may require surgery. She is having an MRI to assess. Please pray that her good foot is okay and that it won t require surgery. Prayers for Jane Martin s sister Linda diagnosed with shingles. Prayers for Rite Aid shooting victims and their families. Prayers for those affected by the South Carolina and North Carolina flooding. Emma Weitzel asked for prayers for her friends. Prayers for Hannah Boyd (niece of Lew and Pam), suffered mild concussion playing sports at school. Prayers for Mary Ernst Swanson and family. Her mom passed away. Do you have a prayer concern? Please let us know! The Boiler Fund continues. If you would like to donate, please designate your donation separately from your regular offering. Total cost was $12,873.00. Donations to date total $4,685.95. Thanks to all who have given! Congratulations John Sauers large water color, Turbulence Over Berkley Road was chosen to be part of the Annual National Juried Exhibit at the Art Alliance Gallery in Oxford, PA. Of the 348 entries submitted, only 43 were chosen by the Juror. What a wonderful achievement Congrats John! Blessing of the Animals - PCHdG October 14, 2018 12:30pm Under the shade tree in the front yard. Bring your pet dog, cat, bird, hamster, lizard, any and all are welcome. Come to give thanks for these beloved creatures and ask God s blessing for them! 4
THE VINE FOOD PANTRY The food pantry was open Saturday, September 22, 2018 from 10-11:30 a.m. 15 families received food at this time. Ralph and I wish to thank Sandy Sapp and Pat Allingham for their assistance in boxing up the food for distribution. We also thank those donating food or money to purchase food. The next date for the food pantry will be Saturday, October 27, 2018. The Vine Food Pantry Schedule for 2018 October 27 *November 17 *December 22 YOUR MONETARY OR FOOD DONATION IS GREATLY APPRECIATED. WHAT YOU GIVE WILL MAKE A REAL DIFFERENCE TO REAL PEOPLE. THANK YOU! *In November and December, our food giveaway is on the Saturday prior to the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays. Respectfully submitted, Lew Mason ************************************************** Miles of Pennies September donations will be announced in November! Total to date is $631.92 for our fifth Mile of Pennies. A Mile of Pennies consists of $844.80 or 84,480 pennies. The Mile of Pennies originated in 1986. If you would like to contribute to the Miles of Pennies, we have a basket located on your left as you enter the Narthex and thank-you in advance for your participation in this mission of our church. The money is used to purchase cards and stamps for mailings to members and friends of the congregation. George Deibel Miles of Pennies Chairman **************************************************** We have many volunteers at the church who help maintain the building and grounds on a regular basis. They are our unsung heroes who don t receive much attention and thanks for all their hard work. Pictured here is Faith Andreen who was helping her Dad with grass detail on this particular day. Special thanks to all who contribute their time and skills to keep our church and grounds looking great! 5
Cabbage Lo Mein 2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons sesame oil, divided 3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper 12 ounces boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into ¼-inch slices 8 ounces lo mein noodles 1 teaspoon chile-garlic sauce 3 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided 5 ounces mushrooms, thinly sliced 4 cloves garlic, minced 2 tablespoons chopped fresh ginger 1 bunch scallions, thinly sliced 2 cups small broccoli florets (about 1 large crown) 1 red bell pepper, sliced 1 cup snow peas, halved 4½ cups thinly sliced napa cabbage (½ head) ¾ cup unsalted chicken broth 1 teaspoon cornstarch Preparation 1. Combine 2 tablespoons sesame oil, soy sauce and crushed red pepper in a large bowl. Add chicken, toss to coat, and set aside. 2. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook noodles in the boiling water according to package directions. Drain, transfer to a large bowl and toss with the remaining 2 teaspoons sesame oil and chile-garlic sauce. Set aside. 3. Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add mushrooms and cook until juices are released and the mushrooms are golden and tender, 4 to 5 minutes. Stir in garlic, ginger and scallions and cook until fragrant, 1 minute. Transfer to a medium bowl. 4. Add 1 tablespoon vegetable oil to the pan and heat over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add broccoli, bell pepper, and snow peas. Cook until tender-crisp, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in cabbage and cook until wilted, 2 minutes. Transfer to the bowl with the mushroom mixture. 5. Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in the pan over medium-high heat. Add the reserved chicken, leaving the sauce in the bowl. Sauté the chicken until cooked through, 2 to 3 minutes. Meanwhile, add broth and cornstarch to the reserved sauce and whisk to combine. Add the sauce to the pan with the chicken; simmer until thickened, 1 to 2 minutes. 6. Add the vegetable mixture to the pan and toss to combine. Transfer the chicken and vegetables to the bowl with the noodles and toss to combine. I am at Peace I do not understand many things, but I do not have to, as my God does. I may not always forgive myself for not being perfect, but my God does. I do not know what tomorrow may bring for me, but my God does. I will never have the power to protect my loved ones from all the evil present in the world today, but my God does. 6
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THE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF HAVRE DE GRACE 551 Franklin Street Havre de Grace, MD 21078-2899 THE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF HAVRE DE GRACE office@presbyterianchurchhdg.comcastbiz.net Church office (410) 939-3611 October 2018 Newsletter Vision Statement God s call and our vision as we come together in the Presbyterian Church of Havre de Grace is to grow in our relationship with Jesus Christ so we may be a faithful, friendly, and welcoming Christian community committed to worship, education, fellowship, and mission. Come grow with us as we adapt to these changing times! 8