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This Sunday
- Pastor Brian Flewelling will be bringing Part 4 of our teaching series on the Book of Daniel with a message entitled "Persevering Under Pressure."
BELONG: The Journey
- Join us this Sunday at 11:30 a.m. as we focus on "Partner." If you are interested in pursuing church membership at Petra, this is the session to come to!
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Eastgate House of Prayer
- This Tuesday at 7 p.m., Becky Jones will be sharing on "Hearing and Responding to the Voice of God." Becky is an experienced prophetic intercessor, teacher, and speaker with a heart to teach and equip the Body of Christ in the areas of prayer, intercession, deliverance, and the prophetic. She is part of the Hopewell Network of Churches, and currently leads the Network Intercession Team. You won't want to miss Becky's insightful and practical teaching followed by a time of ministry for anyone who's interested. Childcare is provided through age 7. All are welcome!
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Child Dedication
TOMORROW (Friday) during office hours is the final day for parents to sign up to dedicate their child to the Lord on Sunday, July 29. Register via the web, Realm, or Petra App, or call the church office at 717-354-5394.
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petra.church
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Prayer Needs
- If you have a prayer request for yourself or your immediate family, you can e-mail
prayer@petra.church
. Let us know especially if you are facing hospitalization.
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Listing of Petra Events -
Check out what's happening over the
next few weeks at Petra.
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Episode 103: Poverty and Affordable Housing in Eastern Lancaster County
- A Conversation with Joan Yunginger and Matt Kulp -
The cost of living is going up, but not necessarily the wages to match it. Many people are just barely getting by - paying too much to live in a house too little. Join us as we talk about who's not making it, how big this problem is, and what we're doing in Eastern Lancaster County to help people out.
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Senior Adult Summer Picnic
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All Senior adults (62+) are invited to a summer picnic at the Garden Spot Village pavilion
this Saturday
at 5 p.m., rain or shine. You may park your car in parking area #6, adjacent to the pavilion. BBQ sandwiches will be provided. Please bring a dish to share. Registration is not required. Come enjoy good food and fellowship!
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Region K
(Terre Hill) will be hosting a
Picnic
on Sunday, July 29, at 5 p.m. at the Terre Hill Park. Join us for food and fellowship! Pulled pork sandwiches and hot dogs will be provided, along with fixings, beverages. and paper supplies. Please bring a hot or cold dish to share. There will be a piñata for the kids! For questions, contact Carl Zimmerman at
carlzim@frontiernet.net
or 717-572-8029 or Ruth Zimmerman at 717-598-8980.
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Imagine a refreshing weekend at the beach with your spouse! Plan now for the
2018 Marriage Beach Retreat
set for September 28-30 at the Grand Hotel in Ocean City, Maryland! The theme is "EnJOYing Your Marriage." In addition to lots of free time and social interaction, the retreat will include teachings by Ben and Marci Dodd based on the book
Fun Loving You: Enjoying Your Marriage in the Midst of the Grind
, by Ted Cunningham. Derrick and Jen Garber will share their marriage journey on Friday night and Derrick, who serves as the pastor of Chestnut Hill Mennonite Church, Columbia, will bring the message on Sunday morning. The cost is $285 per couple, with a $25 deposit at registration. Register via the web, Realm, or the Petra App through August 19, or in the Atrium this Sunday or next Sunday.
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Marriage Live
- Beginning Sunday evening, September 23, Petra will be offering an powerful marriage program through Cleansing Stream called Marriage Live. There are two components of this program: a small-group study on Sundays from 6 to 8 p.m. and an a full-day event on Saturday, November 3. The cost is $40 per couple for the small-group study and $99 for the event; some scholarship assistance is available. Register now (
for the study only; you will register for the event later
) through Realm, the web, or Petra App. Or register in the Atrium on August 12, 19, or 26.
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Men's Breakfast
- All guys ages 13 and up are invited for great food and fellowship at Yoder's
this Saturday
at 7 a.m. Dave Stoltzfus will be sharing his leadership journey. Dave owns a business specializing in home transformations. He also serves on the Petra Men's Leadership Team as well as the Petra STRONG27 Mentorship Team, and is a mentor.
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2018 Petra Cruise In
- Petra Men will be hosting the Ninth Annual Cruise In on Sunday, July 29, from 1 to 4 p.m., rain or shine. Check out some really cool cars and trucks! Burgers, fries, hot dogs, chicken strips, and a barbecue chicken meal will be available for purchase throughout the afternoon. Bring the whole family for music, door prizes, and lots of fun! Admission is free.
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Attention all Kingdom Kids Volunteers! Yes, that's you! If you volunteer as a leader, helper, shepherd, worship team member, library volunteer, or SNAP buddy, you are invited to join us for the
Volunteer Appreciation Fiesta Meal on
Friday, August 4, at 6 p.m. in the MPR! We want to honor and celebrate YOU! Bring your whole family to enjoy fun, food, and fiesta! Please RSVP by
registering online
or by e-mailing Jenny Sensenig at
jennys@petra.church
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Imagine the joy of a child or teen when they receive a fresh new backpack with school supplies inside! CrossNet Ministries is having a
School Supply Drive
for eligible students in grades K-12 who live in the ELANCO School District. For a list of items needed, click on the button below. Please bring donations
this Sunday
or
next Sunday
and place them in the marked carts at the East and West Hubs. Thank you!
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Mission Prayer Focus
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Arlen and Keturah King
and their family are Petra missionaries serving with Missionary Ventures in Orlando, FL, where Arlen serves as Director of US Operations for Missionary Ventures. Pray for God’s wisdom, anointing, and provision in their mission involvements, and for God’s blessing in their relationships with neighbors and others in their community.
Sub and Pie Fundraiser Pick-Up
- If you ordered subs and/or pies from Oregon Dairy in support of the Petra mission team going to Poltava, Ukraine, this summer, you may pick up your order this Sunday beginning at 10 a.m. from the table in the MPR lobby. If you have not yet offered a donation for your order, please do so at the table.
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Relational Resolve Day of Worship
- If you love worshiping at Petra on Sunday mornings, join us on August 4 for a Worship Festival! Relationship Resolve Ministry is gathering nearby churches for a Day of Worship to build unity and exalt Jesus in our region. Featured bands include Petra Church, Relationship Resolve Band, Newport Dove, and Lord's House of Prayer. This event will be held at the Junction Center in Manheim from 12:30 to 8 p.m. Petra's Worship Team will be leading at 4:15. Tickets are free, so bring your friends and family! For more information, and to reserve your tickets, visit this
webpage
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Petra Family News
Passing
Our dear sister Cynthia Creelman transitioned to Glory on Friday. Our love and sympathy to Keith and the extended family. Cynthia's Celebration of Life Service will take place this Saturday at 12 noon in the Oasis.
Members
Congratulations to Faith Casey, Karl and Anita Stoltzfus, and Michael Wilson as they have joined the Petra Church family as members.
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Last Week Update
July 15, 2018
Attendance
1,400
General Fund
Weekly Budget:
$54,808
Last Week's Giving:
$47,111
Building Fund
$1,175
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