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Good Friday Service
- Join us
tomorrow
(Friday) from 7 to 8 p.m. for our Good Friday Service called "Jesus, the Broken Word." It will feature compelling monologues from seven eyewitnesses to Jesus' suffering and death on the cross. In addition to reflections from Mary Magdalene, the thief on the cross, a Roman soldier, John the Apostle, and others, the service will include worship and communion. It is designed for the whole family, but childcare will be available for children from birth through pre-K.
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Easter Sunday
- Join us also this Sunday for our Easter Celebration Services! Senior Pastor Lester Zimmerman will be bringing us a message called "Jesus, the Victorious Word." We will also enjoy a jubilant time of worship and a children's choir made up of over 50 voices!
Early Childhood and Elementary children (through Grade 4) will have Children's Church as usual, but there will be NO BELONG this Sunday.
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Eastgate House of Prayer
- When we know who we are, we no longer have to fight for identity. It is from this position as sons and daughters that we are able to serve most effectively. Join us this Tuesday at 7 p.m. as we stream Bill Johnson's powerful teaching, “Sons and Servants
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Jonathan Martin will lead our intercession time following the teaching. Childcare is provided through age 7. All are welcome!
Kingdom Kids' Ministry
- Angie Kline will be stepping down from her position as Elementary Coordinator after eight years of faithful service. Among other responsibilities, Angie has presented lessons for the Sunday morning large-group teaching time and has recruited, trained, and scheduled volunteers. If you would like to apply for this position, please give or send your resume to
Pastor Ken Reinford
by Tuesday, April 30. Pick up a job description from a Hub or download one
here
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Sold Out
- Comedian Tim Hawkins' live performance at Petra on Friday, July 12, is now sold out.
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Do you want to be refreshed and strengthened in your faith? Come on out and join us for a powerful
Night of Worship
on Friday, May 3, at 7 p.m.! When we gather in the Lord’s presence – when we turn our eyes to Jesus – the things of this world fade. That’s why our theme is “Nothing Else Will Do,” because nothing compares to encountering the presence of the Most High God.
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Listing of Petra Events -
See what's happening over the
next few weeks at Petra.
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Region I Soup and Salad Fun Night
– Come for an evening of food, fun, and games! Region I (Narvon area) will be hosting this event on Saturday, April 27, at 6 p.m. in the Gym. Please bring your favorite soup, snack, and game to share with the group. Ingredients for ice cream sundaes will be provided for dessert. It would be helpful to RSVP to Betty Esh at 610-286-5780 or
bettyesh@dejazzd.com
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Episode 141: "Pushing Too Hard?"
– A Conversation With Kim Watt –
Kim left the highly successful marketing industry of New York City/New Jersey to become a mom. Now she's getting back into the business – with three kids in the home. How do you balance a career with kids’ sports and family meal schedules and community involvement? When do you know you’re pushing too hard? And when do you take time just to rest?
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2019 Women's Event
- God's Word is powerful, and able to not only
influence
our life but totally
transform
it! Join us for a dynamic Women's Event next Friday, April 26, as we hear God's Word, receive it into our spirit, and learn how to declare it over our lives during both the good and the difficult times.
The event begins in the Oasis at 6:30 p.m., and will be followed by food and fellowship in the Atrium. Come for worship, an encouraging message by Pastor Sharon Zimmerman, and a time of praying for and equipping one another. It’s for all women ages 14 and up!
Register and pay at the West Hub
this Sunday
or online
through Monday.
The cost is $15 per person. We hope to see you there!
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Don't miss the
Men's Breakfast
this Saturday
at 7 a.m. at Yoder's! All guys age 13 and up are welcome. Nathan Desch will be sharing his story. Nathan is the owner of Nathan Desch Photography. He and his wife Christelle serve on the Student Ministries Team as High School leaders.
Registration is now open
here
for the
2019 Men’s Spring Backpacking Trip
, which will take place from June 7-9.
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Hopewell Summer Camp
is a place where thousands of kids’ and teens’ lives have been changed through meeting God, having fun, and making life-changing friendships. There are three unique camps held each summer: a
Senior High Camp
(for youth who have completed grades 9-12) from June 24-28; a
Junior High Camp
(for youth who have completed grades 6-8) from July 15-19; and a
Kids’ Camp
(for kids who have completed grades 2-5 and are at least 8 years old) from August 12-16. Pick up a brochure and application from the Hubs or visit the Hopewell Summer Camps
website
for additional information. Scholarship assistance is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Please contact
Naomi Weaver
for details.
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Chicken BBQ Fundraiser Meal
- Enjoy chicken barbecue, mac 'n cheese, salad, applesauce, and baked goods at a fundraiser meal
next Sunday
, April 28, at 12:30 p.m. The funds raised through this meal will go toward scholarship assistance for the Hopewell Summer Camps. Take-outs will be available at 10:30 a.m.
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Gardeners
- If you are interested in a garden plot through
Seeds for Hope Community Gardens
, we suggest you apply right away! The raised beds are all rented but we still have a selection of 12'X 20' and 20' x 20' in-ground plots left. Apply
online
or pick up a print application from the church office. For questions, e-mail
seedsforhope@petra.church
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God is bringing families to
American Home Life International,
but there is still a need for four families to host high school students from Spain and four families to host middle school students from China, both in July. To learn more about opening your home to this unique experience, please e-mail or text Lindy Fisher, AHLI Short-Term Director, at
lindaf@amhomelife.org
or 717-725-2753.
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Mission Prayer Focus
-
Nacho and Merrilee Barrera
and their family serve as Petra missionaries with Hopewell Asia Missions. They are transitioning from being full-time missionaries based in Thailand to part-time missionaries based in the US. They are continuing to serve with Hopewell Asia Missions, providing coaching to indigenous leaders who have picked up leadership at CityLights Church in Thailand. Nacho will travel to Thailand several times per year for onsite connections and coaching. Pray for God’s grace for their family in this season of reentry and transition into their new mission role, and for provision as Nacho begins part-time employment for the portion of his time that is not devoted to their mission role.
Chicken BBQ Fundraiser
- Remember the chicken barbecue
this Saturday
on behalf of Pastors Mario and Jeanette Araya, who serve with Peniel Ministries! It's from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. or until sold out. The location is at Hibshman's Auto Service at 4630 Division Highway (Route 322), Blue Ball, between Ewell Road and Toddy Drive.
Men's Fundraiser Breakfast
- Join the
Ten Million for Christ
team at Petra on Saturday, May 4, from 7 to 8:30 a.m. for its Second Annual Men's Breakfast! Enjoy a homemade breakfast buffet, great fellowship, and an inspirational message from Executive Director Jeremy Leaman. He and Gerry Blitz will be sharing highlights from their recent trip to Romania, with a special focus on doors that are opening to impact the business community. Learn how you can partner with Ten Million for Christ in 2019! The event is free, but an offering will be received. Please RSVP online at
tenmillionforchrist.org
by April 29.
Taco Salad Fundraiser Meal
- Come for taco salad, brownie sundaes, and more at a fundraiser meal on Sunday, May 5, at 12:30 p.m. It's on behalf of Joe and Jeniece Kingman, Petra missionaries serving on staff with YWAM Orlando. Take-outs will be available at 10:30 a.m.
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Petra Family News
Thank you
for the cards, condolences, visits, and flowers that you as a church family have blessed us with as we have grieved the death of Merv's mother. -
The Merv Sauder Family
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Last Week Update
April 14, 2019
Attendance
1,525
General Fund
Weekly Budget:
$57,692
Last Week's Giving:
$45,749
Building Fund
$719
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