Thursday, September 22, 2022 |
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This Sunday
Last week we learned just how important it is to experience worship and prayer in community. This week, Lead Pastor Brian Coles will help us understand how to minister to, care for, and encourage one another with a sermon titled, "You Can't Play Ping Pong by Yourself." We'd love to see you here!
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Songs This Sunday - House Of The Lord, Promises, Great Is Thy Faithfulness, Same God, Way Maker
BELONG: The Journey - This Sunday our focus is on "The Holy Spirit." We know the Holy Spirit was manifested after Jesus' death, but how is the Holy Spirit present in our lives, today? We will answer this question and more. Join us for Belong!
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If you were unable to make it to Vision Night this past Monday, we've got you covered! You can watch the replay of our time spent worshipping together, celebrating God's faithfulness, and anticipating with excitement the things to come in 2023, through the link below.
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Our biggest outreach event of the year, Fall Fest, is on Saturday, October 29, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.! Carnival games, inflatables, tasty food, and lots of family fun are just a few of the highlights! However, in order to bless our community with this free event, we are going to need lots of helping hands. We currently need over 300 volunteers to help with setup, serving food, running games, tear down, and so much more! Visit the table in the atrium this Sunday to check out all the ways you can volunteer and help make this event a huge success!
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A warm welcome goes to Ed and Shirley Deller as they have accepted the position as Regional Care Ministers for Region Q! Region Q encompasses Lancaster City, Western Lancaster County, and surrounding areas, including Manheim, Elizabethtown, Columbia, and Millersville. May God bless you as you pour into his people on the "west side." We appreciate you taking this step into leadership and are excited to see how God will use you both in this ministry to expand his kingdom!
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Don't forget to register for The Wake's Fall Retreat! All Young Adults (singles and couples, ages 18-28) are invited to attend this weekend retreat at YoliJwa Camps: 1550 Doubling Gap Road | Newville PA 17241 from Friday, October 7 through Sunday, October 9. This weekend will be refreshing and renewing as time is spent worshiping, hiking, and studying the word of God. We will meet at the camp on Friday at 8 p.m. and will wrap up on Sunday around 11 a.m. The cost is $115 per person. Registration for this retreat closes tomorrow.
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Join us for the kick-off of Lipstick and Crayons on Wednesday, October 5, at 9:15 a.m. in the Oasis! We will have delicious food, games, and giveaways!
Lipstick and Crayons is a program designed for women of all ages and walks of life, with a special focus on mothers. Childcare is available for children through Grade 6. Begin penciling these exciting events into your schedule by taking a look at what's coming up in the near future!
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Ladies! We'd love for you to join us for a relaxing evening around the campfire on October 7, from 6-10 p.m. on the south lawn here at Petra. The night will include Nolt’s Chicken BBQ, volleyball, campfires, yard games, puzzles, and board games. Bring a friend or meet a new one! This event is for all women ages 12 and up. If the weather does not cooperate, the event will be held in the Café. No need to register, but donations will be received at the event. Please bring a lawn chair. If you have a childcare need, please contact Amber Weiler at (717) 725-6675. We can't wait to see you there!
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Restoring the Foundations Event |
Next Saturday, October 1, Restoring the Foundations (RTF) Ministry is hosting a one-day event from 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. in the Oasis. This regional area gathering is open to all RTF-trained ministers as well as anyone interested in learning more about our RTF Ministry. You will have the chance to learn from Lee and Cindy Whitman, the Executive Directors of RTF, and fellowship with other RTF ministers. The cost of this event is $25 (includes lunch) and payment will be received the day of the event. This ministry experience will leave you feeling encouraged, equipped, and empowered! Please register by contacting our Lifespring office by tomorrow.
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Pregnancy Resources at Cornerstone, Gap, is hosting its 8th Annual Walk-Pull 4 Life, Flag Football Competition, and Chicken BBQ fundraiser next Saturday, October 1, at Salisbury Community Park. Walker registration begins at 8:30 a.m. This is a fun community event featuring a 5K Walk, flag football championship, Chicken BBQ, music, a Kids Zone featuring Jessie Rothacker from the Forgotten Friend Reptile Sanctuary, and more! To find out more information, register as a walker, flag football team, or to pre-order chicken, see below.
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Refugee Connect is continuing to collect donations for a recently resettled refuge family. Please take a moment to look over this Sign-Up Genius or Amazon Wishlist for a list of household items still needed. For additional questions, feel free to contact Kristina Flewelling at bkflew@hotmail.com or at 717-951-5241.
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Parents of Addicted Loved Ones |
PAL is a support group for parents or anyone age 18+ who has an addicted loved one. This group offers hope and encouragement as you work through a rotation of nine “lessons” that help you learn how to live in healthy existence with the individual dealing with a substance abuse disorder. This group meets at Petra every Wednesday at 7 p.m. For more information, contact Sue.
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Mission Prayer Focus
JC & Lois Ebersole serve as Petra missionaries. JC oversees the Africa Association of Bible Schools (AABS); making Biblical education available and affordable in local churches and communities across Africa and beyond. Pray for wisdom as JC gives direction to the ministry of AABS from a distance while overseeing the African staff members who are serving onsite. Also, please pray for God’s continued provision as they sacrificially serve to expand God's Kingdom.
They are the featured Text-to-Give missionaries this week. Text PetraGive to 73256 and select their name from the list at the link provided.
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Lester Zimmerman Golf Outing |
The Third Annual Lester Zimmerman Golf Outing is taking place at Foxchase Golf Club tomorrow, with a shotgun start at 1 p.m. Walk-ins are welcome! The fee of $95 includes 1 round of golf (scramble format), range time from 12 to 1 p.m., dinner, and beverages/snacks on the course. Also included are a putting contest, closest to pin, and other prizes. We hope you come out for a great day!
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Hopewell Network Conference |
Everyone is invited to the 2022 Hopewell network conference on Friday, October 14, here at Petra! The theme is “Living and Leading in the Power of the Holy Spirit.” The speakers will be Luke Weaver, Director of YWAM Lancaster, and Pastor Mark Jayakumar, from Rays of Peace in South India. If you’re interested in the daytime sessions, please register below. The free evening session begins at 7 p.m. and is open to anyone!
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Celebrate Recovery Celebration |
Tonight, the ELANCO Celebrate Recovery team will be celebrating 5 years of Ministry to our community! Elanco Celebrate Recovery meets weekly at Petra but is the combined effort of Weaverland Anabaptist Community, Petra Church, Bethany Grace Fellowship, and Crossnet. We will be honoring Carol Musser and Karl Stoltzfus co-leaders, as well as Anna Mae, Pat, and Joyce who have served since the beginning. A big thanks to all who have served and ministered to those who participate in this ministry! |
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Eastgate House Of Prayer Fundraiser |
Plan now for Eastgate House of Prayer's annual Fundraiser Auction on Friday, September 30, in Petra’s Gym! The food stand will open at 5:30 p.m. and the auction will begin at 6. Share the excitement of a live auction as items are sold and funds are raised in support of EHOP’s regional mission. If you can donate new or high-quality used items, gift certificates, beach house/cabin stays, baked goods, or services, please contact Michelle Esh or call or text Pete Sensenig at 717-314-0698. See below for a sneak peek of items that will be sold. Thank you!
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Freedom Walk
Abolish human trafficking with each step as you unite with other advocates on a Freedom Walk to raise awareness for trafficking and sexual exploitation. On Saturday, October 1, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Hope, Inspire, Love is hosting a Freedom Walk at Musser Park in Lancaster City. This outdoor fundraising event includes a live simulation to learn more about human trafficking, music, food trucks, a kids zone, and a powerful, 2-mile silent walk that brings a message people can't ignore: human trafficking exists and we won't stop until it's eradicated. To find out more information or to register, see below.
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PETRA FAMILY NEWS
Birth
Congratulations to Allan & Susan Fisher on the birth of their baby girl, Kayleigh Jade, who came into this world on July 21!
Wedding
Blessings to Bim Mahlon Beiler & Rosie King as they are united in marriage this Tuesday, September 27!
Sympathy
Our sister Margaret McCarraher, transitioned to her heavenly home on September 19. We extend prayers and sympathy to her family during this time. Memorial Services will be held at Groff High Funeral Home next Thursday, September 29 at 11 a.m. with a viewing held at 10 a.m.
Our prayers and sympathy to Chris and Emma Kauffman as Chris's mother entered her heavenly home this past Monday.
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PETRA FAMILY NEWS CONT.
Thank you
Our sincerest thanks and appreciation to so many of you who reached out to us with kind and caring words, cards, prayers, and flowers in the recent passing of our wife, mother, and grandmother; Elva Newswanger. She loved our Petra Community and would be honored to know how well you cared for us! -The Newswanger Family (22 of us call you "our" family)
LAST WEEK UPDATE
September 18, 2022
Attendance
1,650
General Fund
Weekly Budget:
$76,924
Last Week's Giving:
$100,445
Building Fund
$8,130
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