Presbytery of Donegal E-News   

October 19, 2017
In This Issue
Bell Choir Concert
Mission Co-Worker Presentation
Caring Ministry Open House
5K Run/Walk & Breakfast
Executive Presbyter Erin Cox-Holmes
Preaching in a Digital World

Thur., November 2
at 9:30am  
Parish Resource Center
Lancaster, PA
Join Erin Cox-Holmes, EP of Donegal Pby, for a workshop on narrative preaching and ways to incorporate media into a sermon. Free for PRC Members & $15 for Non-members.
Bell Choir Concert
175 Anniversary Celebration 
Sunday, October 29 at 7pm 
Stewartstown Presbyterian Church
As Stewartstown Presbyterian Church continues to celebrate its 175 Anniversary, on October 29 at 7pm, the Stewartstown PC Bell Choir will welcome the Bell Choir from the Stewartstown UMC to present a concert. The SPC bell choir began with the dedication of the bells in August of 1981, and 4 of the founding members as well as the director, Sandra Sharnetzka, still perform with the choir. The service will include selections by each of the choirs and the two choirs will combine for two selections.
 
You will not want to miss this opportunity to hear 75 bells rung, plucked, and malleted, plus over 20 chimes. A free will offering will be taken to benefit H.O.P.E., a local ministry to oncology patients and their families.
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Mission Co-Worker Presentation
Rev. Cathy Chang
Mission co-worker in the Philippines 
Sunday, October 29 at 9:45am in the Chapel
Westminster Presbyterian Church of West Chester
Rev. Cathy Chang serves as Regional Facilitator for Addressing Migration and Human Trafficking. Cathy and her husband, Juan, are walking alongside global partners in their efforts to address these issues. They are also collaborating with Asian churches and non-government organizations to assist with coordination efforts to end the scourge of modern-day slavery. Cathy is one of our PC(USA) Mission Partners currently serving in the Philippines. All are welcome to attend and hear more about Cathy's work.
Open House: The Caring Ministry
The Caring Ministry
of First Presbyterian Church of York 
Sunday, October 29 at 10am
First Presbyterian Church of York

An Open House for the unveiling of the newly refurbished facility of the Caring Ministry of First Presbyterian Church, formerly known as the Caring Company, will be held on Sunday, October 29. Serving 140 households a month, the Caring Ministry provides food, utility and prescription assistance, along with referrals. As in the past, the ministry strives to find ways to partner and cooperate with other agencies in York as a way to avoid duplicating services, thereby providing the best care for those who come through its doors. The public is warmly invited to attend the ribbon cutting and Open House following the combined 10:00 a.m. worship service.
5K Run/Walk, Kids Fun Run, & Pancake Breakfast
8th Annual Trinity Berwyn 5K Run/Walk,
Kids Fun Run, and Pancake Breakfast
Saturday, November 4 at 9am
Trinity Presbyterian Church, Berwyn, PA 

Trinity Presbyterian Church is holding its 8th Annual 5K Run/Walk and Pancake Breakfast on Saturday, November 4  at 9am.  The event features a free kids Fun Run (Ages 6 and below), free childcare for 5K participants, $150 cash prizes to first place male and female winners, and discounted 5K event pricing for children 15 and under.  The family friendly community event is followed by a free pancake and bacon breakfast with coffee and music. 
 
Visit www.berwyntrinity5k.org today to register. Registration includes a long sleeve event T-shirt (guaranteed to those who register by noon on Oct 29, and while supplies last).  Proceeds from this event will go towards hurricane relief efforts through Presbyterian Disaster Assistance.  Call the church at 610-644-0932 for more details and sponsorship opportunities.
Job Openings
Part Time Keyboard Accompanist
Wayside Presbyterian Church, Landisville, PA

Wayside
seeks a Keyboard Accompanist to work a part-time schedule. The scope of this position shall be to provide piano and keyboard accompaniment for all musical programs. Must be able to work Sunday mornings, Wednesday evenings and at other functions as assigned.

The incumbent will be responsible for:
  • Musical accompaniment for all worship services in the Church;
  • Musical accompaniment at all choir and praise band rehearsals;
  • Musical accompaniment for other programs as directed.
The ideal candidate will possess these qualifications:
  • Ability to play a musical keyboard instrument, read sheet music and perform musical compositions with a reasonable level of proficiency.
  • At least two (2) years of related experience in a church environment is desirable.
  • Ability to work a flexible work schedule.
  • Ability to communicate clearly in written and oral forms.
  • Interpersonal relationship skills and ability to work in harmony with other persons.
  • Computer literacy with the ability to operate in various software protocols, such as word processing, musical notation, and CD burning.
  • A valid Pennsylvania driver's license.
Only qualified candidates should apply by submitting a written resume of work and educational experience to attention of the Human Resources Committee at: [email protected]