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This Sunday – When Jacob’s life comes to a crisis point in Genesis 32, we learn what it means to take hold of God’s blessing. Join us as Pastor Brian Flewelling concludes our Genesis Series with a message called "Entering God’s Promises.”
BELONG: The Journey: The focus this Sunday will be on “Grow.” Learn how to develop lifetime habits for spiritual growth and help others grow as well. Come to the BELONG Room at 9:30 or 11:30 a.m.
Songs - House Of The Lord, 10,000 Reasons (Bless The Lord), Way Maker, All Hail King Jesus
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Mark your calendars for the 2021 Petra Fall Fest on Saturday, October 30, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.! As always, there will be carnival games, inflatables, tasty food, and lots of fun. Volunteer sign-up begins Sunday, October 3, in the Atrium.
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2021 Vision Night – Join us on Monday, September 20, at 7 p.m. for a fresh take on our Annual Congregational Meeting! We will worship together, cast vision for 2022, announce ministry goals, share testimonies, introduce FREEDOM, and highlight some major, upcoming events. Childcare will be provided for children through Grade 4, and our Middle School groups will have a special combined meeting that night. Register your children for childcare here by September 17.
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We invite you to join a Petra Group this Fall!
Read about the men's and women's groups in their respective sections below.
Growth Group
Sexual Identity 101 - Tuesdays at 7 p.m., East 403 & 404 (SLC), beginning September 21. Leader: Marci Dodd
Care & Support Group
GriefShare - Tuesdays at 7 p.m., East 406 (SLC), beginning September 21. Leaders: Titus and Barb Kauffman
Discussion Groups, "The Essentials" Fall Teaching Series
- Wednesdays at 7 p.m., Lancaster, beginning September 22. Leaders: Merle and Reba Esh
- Sundays at 6 p.m., Ephrata, beginning September 19. Leaders: Paul and Dora Vonseckendorff
- Fridays at 6:45 p.m., Honeybrook/East Earl, beginning September 24. Leader: Jen Haak
- 1st and 3rd Mondays at 7 p.m., New Holland, beginning September 20. Leaders: Joe and Lisa Troncale
- Thursdays at 7 p.m., New Holland, beginning September 23. (Adults only) Leader: Linda Brannan
Visit the table in the Atrium this Sunday for more information! Sign up online or at the Resource Hub by September 19.
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The Essentials: This is Who We Are - All the parts of an engine, or an organization, need to be strategically placed in order to work together toward a common goal. Beginning next Sunday, September 19, our teaching series will focus on “The Essentials” – the values, passions, and convictions that bring us together at Petra. To take this study a step further, you can join a discussion group (see above) by registering at petra.church/theessentials.
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This Sunday, September 12, is the final day to register online or at the Resource Hub for the 2021 Marriage Retreat from September 24-26 at beautiful Spruce Lake Retreat in the Pocono Mountains! There’s still room for 12 couples. Enjoy a great weekend with your spouse and others; be encouraged by terrific input from Pastors Brian and Tracy Coles as you discover your love style in marriage; and take advantage of outdoor activities such as hiking, zip lining (free), and mini golf ($5/person). The cost of $385 per couple includes lodging, five meals, and an optional bonfire. For more details, pick up a rack card from the Resource Hub this Sunday. Don't miss it!
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Region I Picnic - Everyone in Region I (Goodville/Narvon) is invited to the Stoltzfus Homestead (235 Horseshoe Lane, Narvon) for an evening of fun, food, and fellowship! It's next Saturday, September 18, at 5:30 p.m., with a rain date of September 19. Please bring a covered dish to share; the meat will be provided. Also bring your lawn chairs. This will be a child-friendly event with barrel rides, games, and a candy scramble, so bring the whole family!
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Women's Study Group - Join us for a compelling study by Priscilla Shirer which will take us through the life and times of the prophet Elijah. Discover how the fiery faith we desire is being fashioned by God in our lives right now! A Monday group will be offered at 9:30 a.m., beginning September 20. A Thursday group will be offered at 7 p.m., beginning September 23. Cost: $18. Register online or at the Resource Hub by September 19.
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Ongoing Groups
Women’s Biking Group – Wednesdays, September 22 through October 27, from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Meet at the Petra Walking Path.
Lipstick & Crayons - 1st and 3rd Wednesdays, beginning October 6, at 9:15 a.m. in the Oasis
Lit 'n Latte - 3rd Wednesdays, beginning this Wednesday, at 1 p.m. in the BELONG Room
Moms in Prayer - Every Monday, beginning this Monday, at 9 a.m. in East 302 (SLC)
Sewing for Hope - 1st Thursdays at 9 a.m. in the Café
SNAP (for moms with special needs children) - 2nd Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m. Contact Betty Eberly at bettye0765@gmail.com.
Women's Care & Share - 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, beginning this Tuesday, at 9 a.m. in North 113 (Sanctuary Wing)
Women's Care & Share - 1st & 3rd Thursdays at 9 a.m. in the Loft (SLC)
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Men’s Breakfast – All guys ages 13 and up are invited to a Men’s Breakfast at Shady Maple on Saturday, September 18, at 7 a.m. Brad Ortenzi will be sharing about this year's Race Across America and his journey of missions work with ZOE International in Thailand and here in the US. Brad is serving as ZOE’s Eastern USA Regional Director and Lancaster County's Human Trafficking Coordinator.
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The Conquer Series is a powerful cinematic teaching series using Biblical teaching and proven principles to help men conquer sexual bondage and walk in freedom. Tuesdays at 7 p.m. beginning September 21, East 405 (SLC). Leader: Matt Kauffman
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Anchoredman is a video teaching series which will give you the skills you need to better connect with God, helping you be a better leader and protector of those you love the most. Tuesdays at 7 p.m. beginning September 21, Summit (SLC). Leader: Addison Waite
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Helping Her Heal - This is a men's group that uses the video teachings of Dr. Doug Weiss to help marriages wounded by sexual addiction rebuild the bridge to intimacy. Wednesdays at 7 p.m., beginning September 22, Conference 220 (Office Wing). Leader: Ben Dodd
Ongoing Groups
Men's Connect (For men 18+) - 1st and 3rd Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m., North 124. Leader: Ken Covelens
Amplified Fitness - Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6-7 p.m. South Lawn, Walking Path, and Gym. Leaders: Tim Worrell and Bill Bollenbach
Sign up online or at the Resource Hub by September 19.
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WAKE Retreat – Young adults (singles and couples ages 18-28) will be holding a weekend retreat at Camp Yolijwa, Newville, PA, from October 8-10. The theme this year is “Alive!” Come for worship around the fire, time in the Word, hiking, team-building activities, and much more. The cost is $115 per person. Register online by September 24.
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EDGE 56 Day Retreat - Come to Refreshing Mountain on Saturday, September 25, for a great day of teaching, worship, games, and relationship-building with God, leaders, and friends. The cost is $35 per student. The EDGE 78 Weekend Retreat will take place at Refreshing Mountain that entire weekend, September 24-26. The cost is $100 per student. Register online by tomorrow, September 10.
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Mission Prayer Focus - Tina Moore serves as a Petra missionary in Guatemala with Orphan Resources International (ORI) in their Steps of Hope program. Pray for God's anointing as she ministers to children in the orphanages, taking them through the steps of salvation and emotional healing to help them become all that God created, destined, and prepared for them to be. Pray also for God's provision as she serves. She is the featured Text-to-Give Missionary this week. Text PetraGive to 73256 and select her name from the list at the link provided.
Fundraiser Meal - Enjoy Guatemalan-style chicken tostadas with rice and beans, traditional red beet salad, and dessert at a fundraiser meal for missionary Tina Moore next Sunday, September 19, at 12:30 p.m. in the Café. Take-outs will be available after the 9 a.m. service.
Guatemala Mission Trip - Join us for an informational meeting this Sunday, September 12, at 10:30 a.m. in the Oasis for information about a potential mission trip to Guatemala with Orphan Resources International. The dates are February 28 to March 7, 2022. We welcome men and women ages 18 and older to join the team, which will focus on construction. The approximate cost of the trip is $1,500-$2,000 per person, with a $300 deposit and application due October 2. Please attend to learn more or call Desiree Stoltzfus at 717-201-6175.
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School of IMPACT - EHOP’s eight-week School of IMPACT: Transforming the Spheres will be offered beginning Tuesday, September 21, at 7 p.m. This school is designed to inform and empower you to have Holy Spirit impact within the seven spheres influencing culture: business, family, church, education, arts and entertainment, government, and media. Childcare will be provided through age 7. All are welcome!
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Plan now for EHOP’s Fundraiser Auction on Friday, October 1, in the Gym! The food stand will open at 5:30 p.m. and the auction will begin at 6. Share in the excitement of a live auction as items are sold and funds are raised in support of EHOP’s regional launch! If you can donate new or high-quality used items, gift certificates, baked goods, or services, please call or text Pete Sensenig at 717-314-0698. We’re also looking for volunteers who can help at the auction. Thank you!
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Petra Family News
Sympathy
Our dear brother Al Huber transitioned to his Heavenly Home on September 4. Our love and sympathy to his wife, Anna, and to his family.
Birth
Blessings to Leroy and Megan Esh upon the birth of their son, Aralius Vincent, on September 3.
Members
Congratulations to all those who have recently joined the Petra Church family as members: Tawnya Eckert, Elmer and Rose Fisher, Cindi Rissler, Faythe Roberts, Tom and Eileen Stoeckle, Alyssa Waite, and Lynette and Willie Williford.
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Last Week Update
August 29, 2021
Attendance
1,405
General Fund
Weekly Budget:
$70,192
Last Week's Giving:
$83,351
Building Fund
$749
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