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"Life in the Spirit"
at
Church of the Holy Spirit
2871 Barndt Road
Harleysville, PA
www.churchoftheholyspirit.us
215-234-8020
Worship, ministries, and events!
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Worship Schedule
Holy Communion
Sundays In-Person
8:00 AM Holy Communion with hymns and music (in person only)
9:00 AM Sunday School
10:15 AM service of Holy Communion with hymns and choirs
(in person and online)
Or
Join us online for Sunday worship via
Facebook livestream on Sundays at 10:15 AM.
You may view this service at our website, or via our Facebook page.
Follow this link for your viewing options!
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Upcoming Worship Services
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Specific dates, Zoom links and Scheduled Readings | |
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Morning Prayer
with Deacon Johnine
Tuesdays and Fridays
9:00 AM via Zoom
Click here for the details and links
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Friday, April 12
9:00 AM
Tuesday, April 16
9:00 AM
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Sunday, April 14
8:00 AM
in-person only
10:15 AM
with music and hymns
in person and
online via Facebook
or COHS Website
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Transitions Update From Your Vestry at COHS
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Members of your Vestry from L to R:
Eric Hunt, Mo Higgins, Bill Kerwin, Emily Knorr, Rick Alderfer, Kirk Walters, Al Stevens, Kathy Clipp, Susan Fisher, Brian Ray
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Dear Friends,
Many thanks to the Rev. Dr. Christian Brocato for preaching and presiding this past Sunday. Though the Second Sunday of Easter is sometimes referred to as Low Sunday, there are no 'low' Sundays at Church of the Holy Spirit! We continue to be blessed during our period of rector transition.
Our search committee has received six Ministry Portfolio Documents -- applications -- for Rector for our church. Please pray for both our committee members and all the candidates that the Holy Spirit will bless and direct the discernment process.
Reminder: during this time of rector transition at COHS there may be some questions about how things are going or how things operate behind the scenes, as well as questions about the search process. Please feel free to email me (sretlaw@comcast.net) with any questions you may have. We will do our best to provide timely answers to you both personally and in this email.
All of us thank you for your faith, prayers, encouragement, and continued support of our parish and church family.
Blessings and gratitude,
Kirk Walters
Rector’s Warden
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Our Parish Profile is Complete!
Click the image at left to view or download your copy!
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A Note From Deacon Johnine
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Dear Ones,
Here at Church of the Holy Spirit, we have a vibrant gathering of individuals who pray daily for those in any kind of need whether physical, mental or emotional. Your request for prayers can include members of your family, friends, or your colleagues at work. Anyone.
This Prayer Chain is coordinated by Priya Eddy who can be reached by email at priyaeddy231@gmail.com. You can email Priya directly or myself about any concerns which need the attention of our Prayer Angels. Please consider joining this prayerful group by contacting Priya and she will make sure you are included in all the emails of prayer concerns.
Thank you for your consideration in joining this most worthwhile, holy ministry.
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Transition Prayer Gathering Schedule
We meet on the first and third Sundays of the month. The first Sunday of the month we meet in person in the chapel in the new building after the 8 AM service around 9:10 AM. The third Sunday of the month, we meet via Zoom at 4:30 PM.
Please join us for a 20-minute time of prayer, both said out loud and within our hearts. It is a holy time for all involved. All are welcome!!
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First Sunday of the Month at
9:10 AM - in person
(following the 8:00 AM service)
in the chapel, new building
2024
Sunday, April 7
Sunday, May 5
Sunday, June 2
Sunday, July 7
Sunday, August 4
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Third Sunday of the month at 4:30 PM - via Zoom
(Click here for the Zoom link)
2024
Sunday, April 21
Sunday, May 19
Sunday, June 16
Sunday, July 21
Sunday, August 18
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During this time of Transition, please contact me if you have a concern of a pastoral nature. Maybe someone is sick, or injured, or needs a visit, or is in the hospital or needs to talk … whatever!! You can contact me via my email address at deaconjb@gmail.com or by phone at 908-399-4170. I will definitely respond as soon as possible. Thank you.
Have a blessed week!
Deacon Johnine Byrer
View the Prayer For Transition at our website
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Lent and Holy Week at COHS
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Lenten Book Study
Prayer in the Night
by Tish Harrison Warren
Dates: Sundays 4/14
Time: 9:00 AM
Where: COHS Chapel
Framed around the nighttime prayer of Compline, Tish Harrison Warren, author of Liturgy of the Ordinary, explores themes of human vulnerability, suffering, and God's seeming absence. When she navigated a time of doubt and loss, the prayer was grounding for her. She writes that practices of prayer "gave words to my anxiety and grief and allowed me to reencounter the doctrines of the church not as tidy little antidotes for pain, but as a light in darkness, as good news."
Please join us for a Sunday Book Study to discuss Prayer in the Night by Tish Harrison Warren. We will be meeting on Sundays 2/25, 3/17, 3/24, 4/7, 4/14 at 9 AM in the Chapel.
Discussion will be facilitated by Janet Paul and Bill Kerwin.
Books are available at Amazon.com (direct link to the book) or your favorite book distributor.
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Give to Church of the Holy Spirit
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Thank you for your continuing generosity through your pledges and other contributions to Church of the Holy Spirit. Our ministries are only possible with your financial support. If you have questions about giving to COHS, please contact either Al Stevens or Rick Alderfer.
If you prefer to pay by check, feel free to mail your contribution to:
Church of the Holy Spirit
PO Box 575 (do NOT use the street address please!!)
Harleysville, PA 19438
There are several options to do this remotely and you can do it through our online giving platform or click the link below to view all your giving options, including support for our building expansion!
Thank you!
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Pancake Breakfast!
Date: Sunday, April 14
Time: 9-10 AM (between the 1st and 2nd services)
Where: Fellowship Hall
Ticket cost: $10, or $25 for a family of 3 or more
Hosted by the Pilgrim and Discoverers classes, this breakfast will benefit our youth programs, including the planned 2026 Pilgrimage. There will be pancakes, bacon, and a variety of beverages served. For questions, please contact alexandradadio@gmail.com
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GAME NIGHT!
Date: April 19th
Time: 7:00 PM onwards
Where: Church of the Holy Spirit
Are you ready to roll the dice, strategize, and unleash your competitive spirit? We're excited to invite you to the first Board Game Night on April 19th at 7pm!
Whether you're a seasoned board game enthusiast or just looking for a fun way to unwind, our event promises to deliver an evening of friendly competition for everyone.
Feel free to bring your favorite board game or simply come ready to explore new ones. Also bring snacks and drinks for yourself or to share.
To help gauge numbers, please let us know you're coming by sending an email or text to either:
Terri Kelly (djk0046@aim.com, 215-527-0771)
LuAnn Patrick (lpatrick520@gmail.com, 215-450-2123)
We are also happy to answer any questions via email or text!
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The Perkiomen Watershed Conservancy
Stream Clean-Up Day
Each year, the Perkiomen Watershed Conservancy organizes Pennsylvania’s largest single-day stream clean-up event. Over 1,000 community volunteers participate by picking up trash and debris at 193 sites around the Perkiomen Creek and its tributaries. Trash in and around our waterways degrades our water quality and can be deadly to aquatic organisms, birds, and other wildlife.
Date: Saturday, April 13
Time: 9:00am - Noon
Where: Ridge Valley Creek at White's Mill Road. Use this map for directions to the clean-up site.
Special Instructions: Gloves and trash bags are provided. Volunteers should bring a snack and a water bottle. Parents/Guardians, please drop off volunteers under 18 at the clean-up site to sign a safety waiver. There will be a safety discussion before we start.
RSVP: Please RSVP using this sign-up link
Questions: Email Julie Glass, julie.glass44@gmail.com.
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Adult Christian Formation
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COHS Spring Book Club
Four Wednesdays
May 1 – May 22
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
via Zoom
Read the details on the book and how to join the discussion HERE.
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Al-Anon Family Group Meeting
A Path to Peace
Fridays, 10 a.m., will continue a hybrid in-person and online. For information contact our parish administrator: Karen Work, 215-234-8020. Additionally, go to al-anon.org for phone and electronic meetings all week long.
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Education for Ministry
Education for Ministry is a four-year program of studies of Scriptures, the history and traditions of the Church, and theology. It meets weekly on Thursdays at 6:30 PM at COHS.
If you would like to learn more about EfM, please contact Barb Broadbent.
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Spiritual Friends Meditation Group
(First Monday of the Month except when it falls on a holiday)
Monday, May 6
7:00 PM
Hobie Simms's cottage
Contact Hobie Simms with questions.
Learn more about this group.
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Men's Spiritual Growth Group
(First Thursday of the Month except when it falls on a holiday)
Thursday, April 11 (2nd Thursday this month)
Gathering Place: Eric Frankhouser's Home.
Currently, the men's group is reading Martin Laird's "Into the Silent Land".
Contact Eric Frankhouser for more information or read more here.
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First Friday Adult Faith Forum
Friday, May 3
6 PM Potluck Supper
6:30 PM Presentation and Discussion
A time for learning, sharing, and growing in faith together!
View the topic HERE.
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Prayer Shawl Ministry
Saturday, May 4
10:30 AM - Noon
Deacon Johnine's Office, COHS
All those who are interested in making shawls for anyone in need are encouraged to come. There will be conversations and prayers and crocheting and knitting. We will teach you!
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Engaging New Corridors Of Recreation and Education
A ministry for people in the
second half of life!
New Events have been added for spring:
4/21 - Ambler Choral Society Concert
5/4 - Puppy Pals Show at Sellersville Theater
6/1 - Trolley Car Tour of Valley Forge National Park
Click this link to read about them
If you want to let us know if you were able to enjoy a visit to these places or share some thoughts about them, we will include them in our future communications. We welcome your thoughts/comments on these and other ideas for future tours or outings that we might enjoy. For more information, contact Louise (louise.ann.beebe@gmail.com) or Maryanne (maryanne93@msn.com).
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Church of the Holy Spirit Clergy and Staff
The Rev. Johnine Byrer, Deacon
Sue Ellen Echard, Director of Music and the Arts
Dawn Hunsdorfer, Communications Coordinator
Seth Trumbore, Associate Musician
Patrick Waldenberger, Audio-Visual and Tech Coordinator
Karen Work, Administrative Coordinator
Ken Patrick, Head Verger
Nick Duesberry, Brian Ray, Brian Bingaman, and
Tina Michener - Vergers; Barry Norris, Verger Emeritus
Steve Thacker, Sexton
COHS Mission Statement
Church of the Holy Spirit strives to build a spiritual community that fosters welcome and seeks truth in love. We are committed to acceptance, honesty, joy, and adventure as we follow Jesus Christ. Caring and compassion run deep in this church. Through worship, shared ministries, and prayer we strive to know and express God's message in Christ through the Holy Spirit in ourselves, our communities, and our world.
Episcopal Diocese of Pennsylvania
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