SUNDAY SCHEDULE
SUNDAY SCHOOL 9:00 AM
Classes for All Ages (see below)
WORSHIP 10:30 AM
In the Sanctuary and Online
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THIS SUNDAY IN WORSHIP
May 15, 2022
SCRIPTURE LESSON:
Philippians 4:4-7, Acts 2:42-47
MESSAGE:
“Called to Worship God”
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Contents:
This Week
Prayer Requests
and Calendar
Sunday School News
Children's Ministry Schedule
Online Giving
Upcoming Events
COB News
Thank you
Last Week
Contacting the Pastor
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Let Our Joys Be Known:
Worship Begins and Ends with Praise
This week as we gather, we will our focus will be on worship itself, our practice of praying, listening, and singing to God together each week. For many of us, worship is something we may not even attempt to define - it merely is an event we attend at our church on Sunday. We are invited this week to ask what it's true purpose is and by what spirit we engage in worship. How does it serve to "build up" our faith as well as express gratitude to what God has done for us?
We'll hear from the New Testament some of the earliest accounts of Christian communities finding (or being encouraged to find) joy in their time together, boldly sharing teachings, prayers, and close fellowship with one anther. Let us be reminded, with fresh enthusiasm, the remarkable calling to live as people of goodwill no matter life's circumstances.
Please join us for worship and study this Sunday and each week, as we walk together and are reminded of how the many callings from God inform us and guide our life together. There is a place for you among us.
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Live Stream Worship
Although most of us will gather in person, our worship services will be continue to be presented "live stream" through YouTube for those who wish to join that way. Please subscribe to the channel if you haven't already for simpler access to previous videos. Click the link below shortly before the service begins at 10:30 AM on Sunday to join with us in worship.
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The video will be available to view after the worship hour in case you miss the 10:30 AM time or wish to watch it again.
*Please note: if anyone is unable to view the videos online, we have DVD copies of the services that can be picked up in the church lounge any weekday. Sermon manuscripts are also available upon request.
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ORDER OF SERVICE
10:30 AM, May 15, 2022
Gathering Music “Glory and Praise to our God”
Welcome And Announcements
Responsive Call to Worship
Unison Invocation Prayer
Hymn “O worship the Lord”
Children's Time
Anthem “This is My Father’s World”
PRAYERS OF THE CHURCH
Call to Prayer
Joy and Concerns
Pastoral Prayer
GIFTS AND OFFERING
Call to Giving
Offertory “Praise Him! Praise Him!”
Offering Response “Praise God from whom”
Prayer of Dedication
Hymn Sing
RECEIVING GOD'S WORD
Scripture Lesson: Philippians 4:4-7, Acts 2:42-47
Message: “Called to Worship God”
Hymn of Response “Praise him, praise him”
Sending Prayer
Music for the Journey “How Can I Keep from Singing”
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Click for Friends to Remember in Prayer |
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Click for Weekly Calendar of Events |
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Additions and updates for prayer list or calendar of events are welcome by contacting the church office.
Special note for all Ministry Teams: Please notify the church office with any upcoming meetings or events for your team so we can add these dates to the calendar.
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Children's Sunday School Classes
Children's Sunday School meets at 9:00 AM each Sunday in the classrooms just past the nursery. Children grades PreK (age 4) and up will have class lessons, with singing included as well. Children ages 3-4 and younger are welcome to attend nursery care, which may include a brief lesson in addition to playtime. All children are welcome!
Youth Sunday School Class
Meeting Sunday mornings at 9:00 AM in the Youth Room 149
Teachers are David Witkovsky, John and Diane Gibble, and Deb Klinedinst.
The class is engaging this season in study of the Bible, where it came from, what it is, how it is organized, and how to become more comfortable using it. This class is for youth in grades 6-12. We hope to see you there!
Vine and Branches Sunday School Class
The Vine & Branches Class will meet Sunday mornings at 9:00 AM in Room 154. The class will be studying the "Guide for Biblical Studies" lesson material, led this week by Pastor Joel. This week's lesson is titled "Serving Neighbors, Serving God" and is based on Luke 10:25-37, the parable of the "Good Samaritan" which reminds us that our neighbor may not fit our definition of a person who deserves respect.
Lamplighters Sunday School Class
The Lamplighters Class will meet Sunday mornings at 9:00 AM in Room 145.
The class is continuing with their study of “The Call” by Adam Hamilton.
Homebuilders Sunday School Class
The Homebuilders Class is continuing to meet on Sunday mornings from 8:00 AM to
9:00 AM by conference call, planning to remain holding class remotely for the time being. To be included, contact Mike Martin either by calling 717-840-4184 or by emailing Caretaker@TwinBrookFarm.com, leaving the phone number at which you would like to be called. You will receive a phone call in the vicinity of 8:00 am. The class continues to examine lessons from the "Guide for Biblical Studies" curriculum.
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Children's Ministry Schedule |
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For assistance setting up your account,
call Donor Support at: 800-348-2886 – Option 2 – Online Giving Questions? Contact Sheryl Leaman - Thank you for your support!!!!!
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DATES TO REMEMBER:
Sunday May 22 - Receiving New Members by Baptism within Worship 10:30 AM
Saturday June 11 - Yard Sale
Week of July 31 - August 4 - Vacation Bible School
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***MAY 15th Special Congregational Workshop - POSTPONED***
Dear Church,
While we have been looking forward to the “Aligning with God’s Purpose” event scheduled for 4:00 PM this Sunday, we must now postpone since our speaker Greg Laszakovits has contracted covid and will not be able to be with us.
We have not yet set a new date, but we hope to do so before long. Please plan to attend once we have a date chosen, as this remains a very important opportunity in the life of our congregation. Thank you for your understanding, your patience, and your commitment to our church.
~ The VITAL Team
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15th Annual Butterfly Release , May 21, 2022
To benefit the Good Samaritan Fund he Brethren Home Foundation
Join Us to Celebrate Life!, 10:00 AM by the pond
Fun for all ages, Special Music Performances
Please click on tab to view entire brochure, butterfly tribute form, and support the Good Samaritan Fund form. This information will be posted on the bulletin board.
(Tributes received by May 11th will be listed in the event program)
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2022 DISTRICT 73rd ANNUAL WOMEN'S CAMP RETREAT
MONDAY, JUNE 13TH & 14TH, 2022
being held at Camp Eder, Fairfield, PA
Registration deadline is: Friday, May 27, 2022
(no refunds will be issued after this date)
Please click on buttons for brochure and registration form.
This information will be posted on the bulletin board.
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BABY BOTTLE BOOMERANG IS "ON"
From Mother's Day to Father's Day
>Take a baby bottle found in the gathering area
>Fill with change, paper money, or check (which is just as good as money)
>Return to church office.
Funds used to help young families, mothers and babies.
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EXTRA EXTRA!
YARD SALE - JUNE 11
SIGN-UP SHEETS are available now in the Welcome Center. Sign-up for donated baked goods or food items are needed. Also, Volunteers are needed to take care of money, bag Items, help those carry to their car, or help within the Fellowship Hall while the yard sale is in progress. If you like people and would enjoy helping, we invite young and old alike. There is something for everyone. Please check out the sign-up sheets to see what you can do or contribute. EVERYONE CAN DO SOMETHING. This is a project that helps support Camp Eder. So your help is greatly appreciated.
REMEMBER THE DEADLINE DATE FOR ALL ACCEPTED DONATIONS IS JUNE 5TH. Please NO CLOTHING or ELECTRONICS.
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Education Team is planning an event on June 18th from 9 to 11:30 am
with Gretchen Steffen, from Connections Early Interventions and Supports.
She will talk about what autism is, how to include children with special needs in community activities, and how to support families who have a child or family member diagnosed with autism. Gretchen taught elementary school in an inclusive classroom for many years prior to working for Early Intervention in York and Adams counties. Along with an educator and therapist perspective, Gretchen is also the mother of an autistic child. Bring your questions and learn about the amazing world of autism and the lives of special needs families. This is a free event open to anyone working with children (parent, grandparent, teacher, friend, neighbor, etc. ) or wanting to learn more about autism. Studies show that many families with special needs children do not attend church because the church does not know how to care for them or show their support for the families.
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Church of the Brethren Denominational News |
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Denominational news and information is always available by visiting brethren.org
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Church of the Brethren
Newsline Digest - May 2022
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I would like to thank all those who prayed, telephoned, and sent cards for my health scare. God is always faithful no matter the circumstances so thank you for caring.
❤️ Dolly Furst
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Concerning the COVID-19 pandemic and church operations:
Rates of covid are on the rise once again in our region, sp please take precautions as youa re so led. The church policy is that face coverings for our gatherings are optional for all attendees. So long as local case rates are low, we believe that we can gather safely and worship fully as usual. Please be aware of those around you that are most vulnerable to disease and operate out of regard for the well-being of all.
Worship will be live streamed on our YouTube channel and recorded each Sunday morning at 10:30 AM indefinitely for those who are unable to be present, but it is not intended to replace physical attendance long-term.
Thank you all for understanding and for your faithful participation in our life together. Please do your part to prevent the spread of contagious disease, as conditions may change in the future, as a holy expression of loving our neighbors as ourselves.
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Since 2011 our Witness Team has sponsored the Cash for Causes program by selling Giant & Weis gift cards. The church receives 5% of sales to support various ministries. For 2022 the gift card sales will support The Lehman Center (Children’s Aid Society), New Community Project, Carlisle Truck Stop Ministry, and LifePath Christian Ministries (formerly York Rescue Mission). You may purchase the cards in amounts of $100, $50, $25, or $10. The cards make great gifts, especially at holidays. Consider donating cards to the Food Pantry or using them yourself any time you shop at Giant or Weis.
I plan to attend our in-person worship services and will have the gift cards available
for your purchase before or after the service. However, if you will not be attending our in-person worship services, I will continue to send cards in the mail if you want to support this outreach ministry. Send your check to Becky Wenger, 3011 Bedford Pl, York, PA 17408. The Giant or Weis cards will be mailed to you. Make your check out to York First Church.
Thank you for supporting this program - Becky Wenger, Cash for Causes representative
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SCRIPTURE LESSON:
Mark 1:14-20, Luke 14:25-33
MESSAGE:
“Called to Radical Obedience”
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Pastor Joel Gibbel can be reached most mornings in the church office Monday - Friday from 9:00 AM to noon, and usually well into the afternoon as well. Afternoons and evenings may be set aside for visiting those in need, for meetings, and for other pastoral duties. Pastor Joel is also available for pastoral counseling by appointment. |
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If you need to reach the pastor outside of office hours, his home phone number is
(717) 318-5442, and his mobile number is (717) 271-4888 . You can also email him at
pastor@yorkfirst.org. Note that laws prevent hospitals from contacting a pastor without your permission when you are admitted, so you will need to let hospital staff know that you would like the hospital to contact your pastor.
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Our Mission Statement:
“People dedicated to Spiritual Growth, Loving Relationship, and Sacrificial Service”
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Our Vision Statement:
“To become a community of committed Christians who Love God, Share Christ, and Serve the World”
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