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Life on Mission Series
– Senior Pastor Lester Zimmerman will be bringing us Part 5 of this series with a message entitled “Fully Devoted Followers.” Whether we are a parent, teacher, leader, or friend, we have the mission assignment of not only leading people to faith in Jesus but also helping them understand what it means to follow Jesus.
BELONG: The Journey
- The focus of BELONG this Sunday is on "Grow." Join us at 9:30 or 11:30 a.m. in the Oasis.
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Songs This Sunday
- Open The Gates, Come Now Is The Time To Worship, Strong God, Raise A Hallelujah
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Pastor Appreciation
- If you have been impacted by the life and ministry of our pastors, please take a few minutes to honor them through cards, gift cards, and other creative expressions of appreciation! Tables will be set up in the Lobby and Atrium
this Sunday
and again next Sunday to receive your cards.
Our pastors are:
- Lester and Erma Zimmerman
- Brian and Tracy Coles
- Brian and Kristina Flewelling
- Titus and Barb Kauffman
- Darrel and Dorlee Martin
- Ken Reinford
- Dwane and Janelle Reitz
- Sharon and Rod Zimmerman
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Water Baptism
- If you have accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior, we encourage you to be baptized. Our next water baptism service is set for Sunday morning, November 17. If you're at least 10 years old and interested, please plan to attend a class either on November 3 at 9 a.m. or November 10 at 11 a.m. Register online or by using the bulletin flap.
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New Regional Care Ministers
- We are pleased to announce that Naaman and Sadie Shirk have been named Regional Care Ministers for Region G (Gap area). They had served as Assistant Regional Care Ministers since 2011. Naaman and Sadie live in Gap, and have three adult children. Our sincere thanks to John and Lois Glick, who have served lovingly and faithfully as part of the Region G Care Team since 2001.
New Young Adult Leaders
- Andrew and Elisa Zeiset have assumed leadership of the Young Adult Ministry, THE WAKE. They have been actively involved in THE WAKE since its inception. Many profound thanks to the visionary founders and leaders of THE WAKE, Pastors Brian and Tracy Coles!
Spanish Translators Needed
- If you speak Spanish and are looking for an opportunity to serve at Petra, this is your opportunity! The Translation Team urgently needs your help. This is a paid position. If you're interested, please contact JC Salas at
jcksalas@gmail.com
or 717-725-3335.
Opening, Petra Café Manager
- Petra is looking to hire a part-time manager to oversee the Café operation on Sunday mornings and for special events. For a job description, visit this
webpage
. Please contact Pastor Ken at
kenr@petra.church
if you are interested in applying.
2019 Congregational Meeting
- Minutes from the September 23 Congregational Meeting are now available at the Resource Hub for those who would like to read them.
Hopewell
Streams
Newsletter
- Read about a new Spanish church launched in Reamstown, the 2019 Hopewell Summer Camps, and the transition of Petra missionaries Nacho and Merrilee Barrera from Thailand, where they gave leadership to CityLights Church, to the States. Pick up a copy at the Resource Hub.
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Petra Fall Fest
- Invite your family, friends, and neighbors to the 2019 Petra Fall Fest on Saturday, October 26, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.! We'll have carnival games, crafts, inflatables, bonfires, French fries, whoopee pies, and much more! Our entertainment this year will be provided by Christian illusionist Brett A. Myers. Everyone is invited, and everything is free except for the purchase of Chick-fil-A sandwiches at $3 apiece and food from the Dough and Co food truck. Please take a moment to sign up online or in the Atrium to help with your favorite Fall Fest food or activity. We'll need hundreds of volunteers! Pick up a poster, if you wish, to display in your neighborhood or at your business.
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Listing of Petra Events -
See what's happening over the
next few weeks at Petra.
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Episode 165: Healing After Abortion
- A Conversation with Julie Whitlatch
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Julie shares her story of having had two abortions, and the healing that God worked into her life so many years later. Julie is the COO at Deeper Still Ministry, which is helping women find freedom from the oppressive guilt and shame that accompanies abortions.
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Hopewell Network Conference
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Join us for the
2019 Hopewell Network Conference
next Friday, October 18, at Petra! The theme is “God of the Generations.” Come for great input from our guest speaker, Marc Estes, Lead Pastor of Mannahouse in Portland, OR. Pastor Marc’s topics are: Leading Generations, The Need for Generational Fathers, Values of Generational Leaders, and Faith for the Generations. The evening session, which runs from 6:30 to 8 p.m., is free and open to everyone. For the day sessions, register online or at the Resource Hub, where you can get a brochure with details.
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Senior adults (62+) are invited to a
tour of the Wolf Sanctuary
in Lititz
this Saturday
. Meet at Petra at 10:30 a.m. to carpool OR meet at the Sanctuary at 11:30. Please dress for the weather and wear good walking shoes. The cost is $11 per person. There’s no need to sign up; just come!
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- Hiking - Interested in hiking part of the Great Eastern Trail System next weekend, October 18-20? The cost is $65 per person. For details and to register, visit the registration page here.
- NYC Bus Trip - How about spending a fun-filled day in New York City next Saturday, October 19? The cost is $65. For details, visit the registration page here.
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Lipstick and Crayons
, a Fellowship for Moms and Children -
Join us this Wednesday at 9 a.m. as Deb Ober shares tips to help us organize and declutter our lives.
Widows Connect
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Enjoy delicious Fall food at a luncheon for widows on Sunday, October 20, at 1 p.m. in the Petra Loft! Come for a time of encouragement, friendship, and hope as you feast on turkey, mashed potatoes, various veggies, salads, and casseroles, and – for dessert – everything pumpkin! Respond to the invitation sent you via Realm or call Jon Ann at 717-201-6422.
The Warring Women of Zion
prayer group will
not
be meeting this Tuesday but will be back again on Tuesday, October 22, from 9-11 a.m. in the Prayer Room. The focus, through worship and intercession, is on women, youth, addictions, and revival. All women are welcome.
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Don’t miss Christian pop and R&B singer
Hollyn
in concert on Friday, November 15, at 7 p.m.! Joining her will be the Christian hip hop dance team
Chosen Dance Company
, led by Clyde Evans. It’s open to everyone at Petra
and
the community. Join us for a time of fun, uplifting entertainment for only $20 apiece.
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Rally Promo, WJTL
- Catch Pastor Brian Coles as he promotes The Rally on WJTL's Morning Show
this Tuesday
from 7 to 7:30 a.m.!
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Men's Breakfast
- All guys 13+ are invited to breakfast on Saturday, October 19, at 7 a.m. at Yoder's, where Richard Yoder will be sharing his story. Richard has been an educator for 50 years; he has taught at Quakertown Christian School, Boyertown Elementary School, and at LaSalle University, teaching teachers. Richard and Rachel have two children and seven grandchildren, and have been attending Petra for 14 years.
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Our next – and almost final – workday at the
Petra Homestead Project
will be on Saturday, October 19, from 7 a.m.-noon. We will be working on a number of miscellaneous small details, including some trim details, painting and caulking, cleaning out the attic and basement, installing lock sets and door stops, and lots of things that don't sound like much but get done faster with more people! If you can help, email Rich Esh at
richesh125@gmail.com
or call or text him at 610-401-6554. Thank you!
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Thank you
to everyone who assisted with the meal outreach to the New Holland Fair workers last Thursday! Fifteen people helped with food prep and 20 others distributed meals. We were able to bless over 150 workers!
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Mission Prayer Focus
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Ben and Kayte Musselman
and their family serve as Petra long-term missionaries in Thailand with ZOE International, a ministry that combats human trafficking and serves people in need in Northern Thailand. Pray for God’s peace, joy, and provision for their family as they serve.
Fundraiser Meal
- How about some baked potatoes with chili, salad, and dessert? Come
this Sunday
at 12:30 p.m. for a fundraiser meal on behalf of
Chris and April Zimmerman
, Petra missionaries serving as part of the launch team for a new YWAM base in Lancaster County. They also give oversight to PA Mission Builders. Take-outs will be available at 10:30 a.m.
Fundraiser Meal
- Enjoy authentic Spanish food at a fundraiser meal on Sunday, October 20, at 12:30 p.m. in support of Peniel Ministries, founded by
Pastors Mario and Jeanette Araya
. The menu includes a Puerto Rican favorite dish, roasted pork shoulder (pernil horneado), served with arros con gandules (Puerto Rican rice with pigeon peas), also white rice, beans, Mexican chicken, salad, and dessert. Take-outs will be available at 10:30 a.m.
Fundraiser Banquet
- Come and hear the vision and updates of AABS (Africa Association of Bible Schools) at its Third Annual Banquet at Shady Maple on Monday, November 4, at 6 p.m. Hear testimonies from Bible School Directors, learn about the development of training centers in Ugandan Refugee Camps, and consider purchases through a silent auction.
JC Ebersole
serves as Executive Director. There is no cost to attend, but donations in support of AABS will be received. Please RSVP by Monday, October 21, by calling Naomi Sensenig at 717-664-4036 or by calling or texting Betty Esh at 610-286-5780.
Service Opportunity, YWAM-Orlando Base
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YWAM-Orlando will be hosting the Eastern North American Gathering on November 10-15, which attracts several hundred YWAMers. Would you be willing to serve for the week in one of these areas: kitchen and snack prep, facility and campus upkeep, or housekeeping? All volunteers will be offered free meals and housing, but will have to stay either in a tent, which YWAM will provide, or bring their own RV. If interested, please email
missionbuilders@ywamolrando.com
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Petra Family News
Member
Congratulations to Annetta Moyer, who joined the Petra Church family as a member.
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Last Week Update
October 6, 2019
Attendance
1,515
General Fund
Weekly Budget:
$59,434
Last Week's Giving:
$53,327
Building Fund
$520
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