June 14, 2018

Church-Wide Events

This Sunday is Father's Day! Pastor Brian Coles willl share a message called "Good Father."   All men 18+ are invited to pick up a book by John Eldredge called "Epic" at the West and East entrances of the Sanctuary after each service. BELONG: The Journey - Join us this Sunday at 11:30 a.m. as we focus on "Serve."

Eastgate House of Prayer this Tuesday at 7 p.m. will feature a night of Devotional Worship led by Anna Landis and her team. This prayer format is designed to provide an anointed atmosphere for meditating on the Word, lingering in God's presence, and listening to his voice. The songs and music style are devotional in focus so we can simply "sit at the feet of Jesus" as Mary of Bethany did and "soak" in his presence. Kara Sensenig will share a brief meditation, and a communion table will be available throughout the evening. Childcare is provided through age 7. All are welcome!

Fourth of July Parking Lot Outreach - The church office will be closed on Wednesday, July 4. That evening, at 7:30 p.m., we will be opening our parking lots and fields to the community to watch the New Holland Fireworks. Beverages and chips will be provided. Bring your lawn chairs and your favorite lawn games. If you would like to help with this community outreach, please contact Keida Medina at (717) 333-1019 for more information.

Prayer 1 01 - Altar ministry training for those who are currently serving and those who are interested will take place on Sunday, June 24, from 1-3 in the Oasis. Lunch is included. Please RSVP by contacting Lisa Hurst at lisah@petra.church . Spanish Translators Needed - If you know how to speak Spanish and are looking for an opportunity to serve at Petra, this is your opportunity! The Translation Team needs your help. If you are interested, please contact Juan C. Salas at j c ksalas@gmail.com or 717-725-3335.

Water Baptism If you're at least 10 years old and wish to be water baptized at the New Holland Pool on Sunday evening, July 15, sign up online, via the Petra App, by using the bulletin flap, or at the Hubs. Read more petra.church

Listing of Petra Events - Check out what's happening over the next few weeks at Petra.

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PETRACAST Podcast

Episode 98: What Makes a Great Dad - A conversation with John and Alicia Beiler - Fathers and mothers have one of the hardest jobs in the world. Find out what makes this dad dynamic, the obstacles he's faced, the regrets he's had, and what his daughter says is her favorite memory! Listen here .

Realm makes it easier for us to connect with each other, keep up with what's going on, and grow as a connected community of believers. Have a question about joining? Talk to someone at the designated tables in the Lobby and Atrium this Sunday or next Sunday. Look for the Realm banners!

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Support Group

If you are interested in joining the Petra Home School Support Group for the 2018-2019 school year, please return your registration form by next Sunday, June 24. For more info, contact Cynthia Blank at 717-824-0747 or Janelle Reitz at 717-875-9138.

Senior Adult Ministry Mini Golf + Ice Cream - If you're 62+ and would enjoy some fun and fellowship over a game of miniature golf, join us at Water's Edge Mini Golf in Bird-in-Hand next Saturday, June 23, at 5:30 p.m. Have some ice cream in the snack area afterward. There's no need to register; just come! Both the golf game and the ice cream are self-pay.

Petra Men Men's Breakfast - All guys age 13 and up are invited for some great food and fellowship at Yoder's this Saturday at 7 a.m. Bruce Newell will be sharing his story. Bruce is a retired U.S. Navy Rear Admiral as well as a retired pastor. Bruce along with his wife, Theresa, have also taught several Life Group adult studies at Petra.

Petra Women

Women's Movie Night How about a night at the movies, followed by snacks and fellowship around a campfire? All women age 14+ are invited to a Women's Movie Night at Petra on Friday, June 22, from 7-10 p.m. The movie is the surprise box-office hit "I Can Only Imagine." Read more petra.church

Lipstick and Crayons, Summer Edition - Join us this Wednesday from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. as we walk the one-mile trail and then let the kids play at the playground. Meet in the East parking lot. Please bring strollers, water bottles, snacks, etc. If it's raining, we will cancel for that day. (If we cancel, we will post it on the Lipstick and Crayons Facebook page.) For questions, contact Brittany Flexer at brittanyflexer@gmail.com or Michelle Hameed at michellehameed@hotmail.com .

Kingdom Kids

Vacation Bible School - Our Shipwrecked VBS has been fantastic this week! Amazing worship, fun Bible stories, and other great activities are reminding kids of the constant promise that no matter what, Jesus Rescues!   We had 350 kids Wednesday night and a great group of over 100 volunteers. We still need help with clean-up on Friday night after we are finished, around 8:30, if you would be willing to lend a hand!   As of last night we’ve also raised $1,500 toward bikes and other outdoor equipment for ZOE families in Thailand. The Musselman family will be able to bring this gift from our kiddos to those at the ZOE facility in July.   Thanks for your prayers and support!! We couldn’t do it without you! Andrea Kauffman, Interim Children's Ministry Leader Let’s Read! The Petra Student Library's Summer Reading Program will run through August 12 this summer. It's open to everyone from Pre-K through Grade 8. Sign up in the Student Library! Kids' Sports Camp (Power Camp) is for young athletes ages 8-12 who want to develop their skill in sports with a spiritual emphasis. This camp provides excellent instruction and competition through sports-specific and multi-sport focus. The camp, offered by Lancaster Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) and hosted by Petra, is a day camp that involves the local community with high school students and coaches leading the athletes. Sports that athletes can choose are baseball, basketball, field hockey, and soccer. The dates are next Monday through Thursday, June 18-21, from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The cost is $175. Some financial assistance is available. Register by this Saturday at lancasterfca.org or contact Diana Roth at droth@fca.org .

Local Outreach

Petra Homestead Work Day - A work day is scheduled for this Saturday on the Petra Homestead Project. Work will consist primarily of removing existing paneling, ceiling tiles, and plaster from all the walls of this farmhouse. Work will begin at 7 a.m. and continue throughout the day. Please bring your personal hand tools, such as hammers, wrecking bars, sawzalls, shovels, brooms, trash cans, etc. For protection, we recommend your wearing gloves, safety glasses, dust masks, and fully enclosed shoes. Please reply to Rich Esh at richesh125@gmail.com or by text or phone at 610-401-6554 if you intend to participate, and over what part of the day. Thank you!

Baby Bottle Boomerang - Petra's contribution to this fundraiser on behalf of Susquehanna Valley Pregnancy Services was $4,605 from 98 filled bottles! Thanks to all who participated. All funds help SVPS's ministry to women, men, and teens facing an unplanned pregnancy.

Global Missions

Mission Prayer Focus - Les and Suzanne Yoder serve as Petra missionaries, with Les giving leadership to AgConnect Ministries—a ministry that uses agriculture to meet the needs of people in less-developed regions of the world and empowers them to reach their own people for Christ. Pray for God’s wisdom, open doors, and provision for them in their ministry. Farewell Drop-In for the Musselmans - Come and bless Ben and Kayte Musselman and family as they prepare to leave in a few weeks for long-term missionary service in Thailand with ZOE International! The drop-in, featuring ice cream sundaes, will be on Sunday, June 24, from 4 to 7 p.m. in the Café. Sub and Pie Fundraiser - Order some delicious subs and pies from Oregon Dairy as a fundraiser for the Petra team's summer mission trip to Poltava, Ukraine. Orders will be taken at a table in the MPR lobby on Sunday, June 24. The cost is by donation. The sub options are American, ham and cheese, turkey, and Italian. The pie options are apple, cherry, and blueberry. The pick-up date is Sunday, July 22. Orders can also be placed by contacting Jen Richter at richterjen77@hotmail.com . Taco Salad Fundraiser Meal - Enjoy some taco salad for lunch on Sunday, June 24, at 12:30 p.m.! This serves as a fundraiser for the High School mission teams going to Orlando, Florida, and to Puerto Rico this summer. Take-outs will be available after the 9 a.m. service.

Petra Family News Wedding Blessings to Leon Fisher and Kate Neimer as they are united in marriage today. Last Week Update June 10, 2018 Attendance 1,382 General Fund Weekly Budget: $54,808 Last Week's Giving: $53,181 Building Fund $641 ONLINE GIVING

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