2018 Church-Wide Fast
- Our Church-Wide Fast begins this Monday and continues through Sunday, January 21. You may set your own starting and stopping times, and may also choose the type of fast the Lord is leading you to engage in. Resources on fasting - along with a Petra Family Prayer Guide booklet - are available in the Lobby, at the Hubs, and in the Resource Center. The Prayer Guide can also be viewed and downloaded by clicking on the button. Please join us for an
ACTIVATE School of Prayer
on Tuesday; a
Night of Worship
next Friday; a
Night of Soaking Prayer
next Saturday, and
Communion
next Sunday.
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This Sunday
- Pastor Brian Coles will be sharing a message called "Let Us Pray: Church-Wide Fast."
BELONG: The Journey
is a resource to help you connect, grow, serve, and partner with your church family. The topic this Sunday is "Grow." Join us at 9:30 or 11:30 a.m. in the Oasis.
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Night of Worship
Join us next Friday, January 19, at 7 p.m. as we worship our great God "With One Voice." Childcare is available for children through Pre-K.
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Final Check for Christmas Cards!
Don't miss out on the opportunity to be blessed by a Christmas greeting! A hundred or so cards in the Resource Center are still waiting to be claimed. If you have not yet checked for Christmas cards,
please do so this Sunday!
Baby Bottle Boomerang
- Next Sunday is the kick-off of our annual Baby Bottle Boomerang, which serves as a fundraiser for Susquehanna Valley Pregnancy Services. Pick up a bottle from the table in the Atrium near the East Hub, fill it with cash, coins, or checks, and return it to the table again by Sunday, February 11.
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ACTIVATE School of Praye
r - If you desire to sharpen your spiritual senses and connect more deeply with God, we invite you to join us this week at EHOP as we kick off our ACTIVATE School of Prayer. In this first session, during our Church-Wide Fast, Joe Smucker will be sharing a practical word on "Prayer and Fasting." Childcare is provided through age 7. All are welcome! Registration is free; simply sign in at the door.
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DOVE/Hopewell Ministry Training School
- The training this Friday night and Saturday will focus on "Missions and Practical Ministry Skills." Learn the importance of missions, how to prepare, and God's plan for financial provision. If you want to audit the classes, you may register at the door; the cost is $119 per person or $199 per married couple. For more info, visit this
website
or contact
Pastor Brian Flewelling
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Listing of Petra Events -
To see what's happening over the next few weeks
, click on the button below.
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If you are interested in
leading a Life Group
starting the week of February 4, use the bulletin flap, fill out a form at the East or West Hub, or contact Pastor Brian Flewelling at
brianf@petra.church
. Consider leading a Discussion Group based on our upcoming teaching series, “Be the Church.” Please sign up to be a leader
by this Tuesday.
Leader Sign-up dates: January 7, 14
Congregational Sign-up dates: January 21, 28, February 4
Life Groups Start: Week of February 4
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Episode 70: Is It OK to be Angry with God?
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This is a question that has baffled believers for centuries. When we experience real and raw hurt, what do we do with the potential anger that may follow? Join Pastors Gary Buck and Brian Flewelling as they take on this difficult but honest question.
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Interested in Training for RTF Ministry?
Restoring The Foundations
is a prayer ministry of deep healing and wholeness for the soul and spirit. RTF trainers will be at Petra from April 2-6 offering the Issue-Focused RTF course. From April 8-27 they will be presenting the Thorough-Format RTF course. This is a great opportunity for training without the cost of travel and living expenses that are usually involved! There is quite a bit of preparation beforehand through videos, reading, and study. These trainings are activations, with trainers overseeing actual ministry sessions. For information or questions, please contact Lisa Hurst at 717-354-5394 X109 o
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lisah@petra.church
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Region O
(Ephrata, Akron, Lititz) is hosting a
Game Night
this Saturday
at 5 p.m. in the MPR. Please bring a snack or finger food to share, along with your favorite game. For questions, contact Marilyn Charles at 717-380-2828.
Everyone in
Region A
(New Holland East) and
Region C
(New Holland West) is invited to a
Family Game Night
on Saturday, January 27, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. in the MPR and Café. Pizza will be provided; please bring your favorite snack and a game to share. RSVP to
Laurie Eadline
at 717-725-8903 or
Kim Glick
at 717-951-1006.
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Senior Adult (62+) Breakfast
- Join us on Saturday, January 27, at 8 a.m. for breakfast at Yoder's! As usual, we can have the buffet or order from the menu. Everyone is responsible for his or her own tab. Our speaker will be Pastor Brian Coles. Sign up in the Lobby
beginning this Sunday.
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Marriage Enrichment Ministry
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Petra's Sweetheart Banquet
for married and engaged couples of all ages is set for Sunday, February 11, at 5:30 p.m. in the MPR. Enjoy a night celebrating love and marriage in Paris, the City of Lights. It will feature French cuisine and a live accordian player, with sharing by Pastors Brian and Tracy Coles. The cost is $28 per couple. Register
online
, via the Petra App, or in the Atrium on January 28 or February 4. Seating is limited. Sorry, no childcare will be provided.
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Come to our next social event
this Sunday
from 5 to 7 p.m. in the Café. We will enjoy a potluck dinner with a social time and games afterward. Please bring a hot or cold dish to share, along with your favorite table game.
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SNAP Luncheon
- The SNAP (Special Needs at Petra) Ministry will be hosting a complimentary luncheon for families affected by disability on Sunday, January 28, from 12:30-2:30 p.m. in the Oasis. Please contact Pastor Kim at
kimw@petra.church
for more information.
ELANCO Celebrate Recovery
continues to grow in meeting the needs of those struggling with habits, hang-ups, and hurts. We celebrate with ELANCO Celebrate Recovery as they have been certified by the national organization and are now listed on their website.
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Lipstick and Crayons
, a Fellowship for Moms and Children - "A Focus on YOU" - Alicia Johnson, momma of two and health fitness coach, will be sharing on the importance of taking time for yourself so that you can better pour into others. Join us this Wednesday at 9 a.m. in the Café.
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Guys' Night Out
If you enjoy great food - Wings, Pizza, and Ice Cream - and lots of fun, you're invited to our next Guys' Night Out on Friday, January 26, from 6 to 10 p.m. at Petra. It's for all guys age 12 and up. Bring a friend! No registration is required.
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Please note that the
Men's Breakfast
has been cancelled this month due to our Church-Wide Fast.
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Men of Iron
- Are you interested in being mentored one-on-one based on the biblical standards of manhood? Then Men of Iron Strong 27 is right for you. We encourage you to sign up in the Atrium beginning
this Sunday
. Don't miss this life-changing opportunity! Click on the button for additional info.
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Petra will host the first ACC Bible quizzing
of the season
this Sunday
at 6:30 p.m. The quizzing will be on Genesis 1-4. Petra has eight teams with 42 quizzers this year. Come on out and cheer them on! You're also invited to a
taco salad fundraiser meal
on Sunday, January 21, at 12:30 p.m. Take-outs will be available after the 9 a.m. service.
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Pinewood Derby
Remember to purchase your Pinewood Derby car kits for $5.50 a kit in the Atrium. Children from age 3 through Grade 8 are eligible to race. There will also be an adult race; anyone from Grade 9 and up is eligible. For more information, contact Terry Smoker at 717-442-8263.
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Petra Parent Newsletter - What are some fun ways to cultivate your child's curiosity and creativity? Find out by reading the January issue of
Parenting Kids newsletter. Also read about the faithful service of Henry and Sharon Smeltz to Kingdom Kids! Read below or pick up a copy at the Kids' Hub.
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Refugee Connect
- Did you know Petra has a ministry to local refugees? We are looking for more volunteers to join our team to help serve and support the needs of local refugee families!! There will be an informational and training meeting regarding refugee care on Wednesday evening, January 31, at 7 p.m. in the Welcome Center. Please plan to join us to hear how you can be involved in supporting both short-term and long-term needs, or contact Kristina Flewelling at
bkflew@hotmail.com or
717-951-5241.
English as a Second Language
- Petra is again offering free ESL classes as an outreach to the community. Classes start on Wednesday, January 24, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. If you are aware of a person or family who could benefit from these classes, please extend an invitation to them. For more info, contact
Kevin Boll
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CrossNet Ministries
has an urgent need for volunteers. Would you prayerfully consider getting involved?
- Male volunteers for Guys’ Night on Tuesday evenings from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Youth Center. Male students in grades 6-12 come in for a free meal, Bible study, and fun. Please contact Carl@elancocross.org for more information.
- Volunteers to work with 2nd-5th grade students on Thursday afternoons from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Students participate in a structured program of homework help, snack, games, and Bible story. Please contact Charis@elancocross.org for more information.
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Mission Prayer Focus
-
Pastors Mario and Jeanette Araya
serve part-time as Petra missionaries, overseeing Peniel Ministries, which ministers to Spanish-speaking people. Much of their ministry is with churches in Central America. Pray for God’s wisdom, anointing, and provision in their ministry as they provide counsel and equipping for Spanish-speaking church leaders and others.
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Petra Family News
Sympathy
Our love and sympathy to Bernie and Mary Ellen Resh upon the death of Mary Ellen's stepmother on January 1.
Members
Congratulations to James Zack and Linda Zack as they have joined the Petra Church family as members.
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Last Week Update
January 7, 2018
Attendance
1,471
General Fund
Weekly Budget:
$54,808
Last Week's Giving:
$80,244
Building Fund
$866
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