WORSHIP at

10:30 am

October 2018

Church Staff Reverend Allison

Spooner

Pastor

Caleb Flick

Director of Music

Ministries

Wanda Beaver

Associate of Music

Ministries

Debbie Kissinger

Office Administrator

Carolyn Frischkorn

Financial Secretary Virginia Henning

Treasurer Joe Sponaugle

Custodian

Faith Immanuel

Presbyterian Church

1801 Colonial Road

Harrisburg, PA 17112

717-545-4631

www.lifeinfaith.org

Life in Faith Faith Immanuel Presbyterian Church is a welcoming community

committed to worshipping God,

growing in Christ, and, emboldened by the Holy Spirit,

extending Christ’s love, grace and mercy to all.

“He has told you, O mortal, what is good; and what does the Lord require of you but

to do justice, and to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God?”

-Micah 6:8

As we enter a busy month for Faith Immanuel, we also face a chaotic and

wearisome time in our national and civic life. If you are feeling disillusioned,

weary and frustrated with the social and political landscape lately, know that

you are not alone.

It is my hope that our shared life of faith here at Faith Immanuel will provide

not only a sanctuary for you in these times, but also a guiding light as we bear

witness to the truth revealed in Christ Jesus. In a world where we are con-

stantly bombarded by advertisements and rhetoric, the words of our Scrip-

tures are often shockingly relevant, and provide a word of truth that is both

rare and refreshing.

For this reason, I would very much like to start a mid-week Bible study that will take a look at the sermon text for the upcoming week. This study will give

everyone who attends an opportunity to spend some time wrestling with, and

questioning, wondering and discussing the text before Sunday’s worship

service.

When we study the depth and meaning of these ancient stories, it is not just

an academic exercise, but a spiritual practice that gives us the tools we need

to live out our faith in a chaotic world. When we ground our understanding in

our commitment to do justice, love kindness and walk humbly with God we

may find both comfort, and the empowerment we need to advocate for the

vulnerable, care for the hurting, and ensure the dignity of all God’s creatures.

I invite you to join me for study and discussion Mondays at 3:00 pm beginning

on October 15!

Yours in Christ,

Rev. Allison Spooner

SESSION

Class of 2019

Shirley Cleaver

Terry Hack

George Hope

Class of 2020

Barb Dugan

Rose Jewell-Jordan

Jackie Webb

Class of 2021

Linda Graham Mike Legg

Ginny Stimmel

Clerk of Session

Norm Diefenderfer

DEACONS

Class of 2019 Bonnie Hack

Wendell Jordan

Sherri Linn

Class of 2020 Bob Dash

Barb Hablett

Anita Klaboe

Class of 2021 Carol Gangwish

Mickey Hoffman

SuAnn Tucci

AMERICAN CLASSICS!

A Concert of Voice, Brass, Clarinet,

Organ, Piano and Percussion

AT FAITH IMMANUEL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

Sunday, October 21, 2018—4:00 p.m.

HARRISBURG, PA — The Vintage Brass, Percussionist Tim Rupert, Vocalist

Tamara Black, Clarinetist Steven Christ, along with Piano/Organ players, Caleb

Flick, Barb Buckingham and Wanda Beaver, will combine their musical talents

to present a concert at Faith Immanuel Presbyterian Church at 4:00 p.m. on

Sunday, October 21, 2018. The concert, open to the public, with a free will

offering during the program.

The program will include music that pays tribute to some of America’s greatest

composers. You will hear George Gershwin’s famous piano feature, “Rhapsody

In Blue” as performed by Caleb Flick. Steve will also perform two Gershwin

works; “Three Piano Preludes” and “Walking the Dog”. Other featured pieces

will include works of Leonard Bernstein in honor of the celebration of what

would have been his 100th birthday. The Brass will also feature the Liberty Bell

March and Duke Ellington’s “Take The A Train”. Tammy will be presenting “Summertime” from Gershwin’s “Porgy and Bess”. You will also hear piano/

organ duets from Caleb and Wanda along with Barb’s outstanding renditions of

“Piano Man” and “The Stars and Stripes Forever”. Full combined selections will

include “When You Wish Upon A Star” and “I Can Cook, Too” from the

Broadway musical “On The Town”.

WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU THERE!

Consecration Sunday

October 21, 2018

Rev. Heather Sigler—Guest Preacher

Potluck Dinner following Worship

Honey Baked Ham and drinks will be provided

Bring a side dish to share

(See the sign-up sheet located in the Welcome Center)

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MUSIC NOTES Caleb Flick

Fall is here, and with it comes a number of events in the life of the church. I

would like to take a moment to share a few reflections on working at my last call

as Organist and Music Director which lasted from March 2012 until I came to

Faith Church in April 2013. The fall and winter before I started, the congregation went through a series of

events which culminated with the complete overturn of their staff and significant

portion of their congregation leaving right before Christmas. To say they needed

some help was an understatement. Fortunately an interim pastor was called who

had an extensive independent coaching practice researching church growth,

development, and visioning. Over the next ten months, before he accepted a call

closer to his family in Connecticut, he guided the congregation through a series

of exercises which restored their sense of purpose, and provided them with the

necessary tools to guide themselves forward. A few years later, while traveling in

New England, I visited the church this Pastor had served continuously for three years, and loved what I saw: a vibrant little community of faith where each per-

son was fully engaged and understood what it meant to be a Christian in that

time and place. While we are certainly in a much better position than my last parish, we too

have an exciting opportunity to engage with Paul Nickerson and his training and

coaching opportunities at the start of October. I cannot underscore enough the

importance of this sort of work for churches in the 21st Century. Later in the month, Consecration Sunday events will be held on October 21.

This will include opportunities in worship to make financial pledges for 2019, to

enjoy fellowship and a good meal, and to attend a concert with the Vintage Brass

at 4 pm. It is a little hard to believe that this is our SIXTH annual concert with the Vintage

Brass. Each of the last five had it’s own unique flavor, and while I will not go so

far as to label any one the “best” this one certainly has the most musicians in-

volved! Clarinetist Steve Christ, making his first Consecration Day appearance,

soprano Tammy Black, returning for the fifth year in a row, and a trio of pianist:

Wanda Beaver, Barb Buckingham, and me in a variety of combinations with Brass

and Timpani. The “big” work this year is Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue which

featured prominently in Fantasia 2000 and Pops Concerts across the world. Each

piece should be well known as this shapes up to be a celebration of “American

Classics” I look forward to seeing you then! Caleb

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Music

At

Faith Immanuel

Church

Chancel Choir

Wednesday evenings

at 6:30 pm

Bells of Faith

Immanuel

Wednesday evenings

at 8:00 pm starting

October 3.

REACHING NEW PEOPLE—The Outreach Committee and our Session have invited

Paul Nickerson to coach our congregation in re-engaging the community and building new

relationships with our local area. We will be working on going outside our church walls to

welcome folks to the loving community in Christ that we have here at Faith Immanuel. It

is so important that we participate as a whole church in this work. You are invited to start

this by joining in a Reaching New People workshop with Paul Nickerson on Friday

October 5 from 6-9 (dinner at 5:00 pm) and Saturday October 6 from 9-3

(Continental breakfast at 9) . Please talk to any session member or Allison if you have

questions!

WORSHIP SCHEDULES

OCTOBER 17 AT 10:45 AM—PARLOR

October’s book is Station Eleven by Emily St. John Michael. November’s book is I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings by Maya Angelou.

LAY LEADERS FOR

October

Questions, contact the church office at 717-545-4631.

USHERS FOR

October

7—Holly Dash and Marge Barner

14—Joe and Ginny Stimmel

21—Stewart Robinson and

Paulina Marshall

28—Wendell and Rose Jewell-Jordan

Faith Immanuel

OCTOBER

7—Worship

14—Stewardship

21—Outreach

28—Nurture

NOVEMBER

4—Deacons

11—Properties

18—Mission

25—Congregational

Life

FAITHFUL

STITCHERS

led by Jackie Webb

meets the 2nd and

4th Tuesdays of each

month at 1:00 pm in

the library.

WEDNESDAY FAITHFUL “All meals seasoned with love”

October 17 at 12:00 noon in Shaffer Hall

MENU:

Pork and Sauerkraut

Hot Dogs

Mashed Potatoes

Applesauce

Rolls-Beverages

Assorted Desserts

Sign up in the Welcome Center or call the church office by Monday,

October 15 to let Debbie know if you will be coming.

7—Bub Manning

14—Mike Legg

21—Jack Andren

28—Norm Diefenderfer

DECEMBER

1—Worship

8—Stewardship

15—Outreach

22—Nurture

29—Deacons

World Communion Sunday

October 7, 2018

Mark your calendars for the CROP Walk on October 21, 2018.

CROP Hunger Walks are interfaith hunger education and fundraising

events sponsored by Church World Service and organized by CWS

local offices across the United States. Sign up to be a walker or con-

tribute to someone who is walking. Materials will be in the gathering

space soon.

Location:

PA Capitol Complex

3rd Street Steps

501 N 3rd St.

Harrisburg, PA 17120

Registration Time:

1:00 PM

Walk Time:

1:30 PM

Walk Distance:

3.1 miles/5k

Sunday, October 21, 2018

CROP

Walk

From the Burd Family:

Thank you all for your love and support you have shown our family.

We truly appreciate the wonderful luncheon that you prepared with loving

hands.

We are deeply grateful to everyone at Faith Immanuel and we were so blessed

to have my father’s love and presence in our lives for so many years.

Love Frances, Carolyn, Rick and Bradley

Dear Church Family:

Thank you for all the cards, flowers, help, and well wishes sent my way.

I hope to see you all soon.

Claire Hetzel

There are 2 lightweight jackets and a black winter coat

hanging in the gathering area. They will go to the

Community Aid Box on October 15 if not picked up

before that.

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FALL IS HERE!

Time to take a walk

Enjoy some hot Apple Cider

Bake an Apple Pie

Crave a pumpkin just for the fun of it!

FALL IS

HERE!

NORTHWOOD NOTES

Northwood

Nursery School

Of Faith

Immanuel

Presbyterian Church

50+ Years of ABCs,

123s and TLC

Northwood Staff

Nicole Evenhuis

Director

Aimee Hale

Office Administrator

Madison Stadler

Teacher

Suzette Rea

Assistant

Julie Stadler

Teacher

Anita Klaboe

Assistant

Jacquie Buskey

Teacher

Stephanie Teitelbaum

Assistant

717-657-0715

northwoodnursery

@live.com

www.northwood

nurseryschool.com

The Leaves are Falling Down June Haggard

(to the tune of "The Farmer in the Dell")

The leaves are falling down

The leaves are falling down

School is here and fall is near

The leaves are falling down.

The leaves are falling down

The leaves are falling down

Some are red and some are brown

The leaves are falling down.

The leaves are falling down

The leaves are falling down

They tickle your nose and touch your toes

The leaves are falling down.

As we fall into the season of changing colors, pumpkins and spooky good

times, our students have found that learning is engaging and fun at North-

wood. Our students showed off their beautiful smiles for Northwood’s fall

picture day, capturing their early days of preschool.

Northwood is busy preparing a full fall curriculum and schedule of special

events for our students. On October 19th, students and parent volunteers

will participate in our annual fall festival. We will be decorating pumpkins,

boo-tifying cookies, playing games, having faces painted and so much more!

Our students will perform some spooky-fun songs for their parents and

parade in their Halloween costumes before trunk-or-treating around the

parking lot. Our parents always do a wonderful job of decorating their cars

for a unique experience for our students.

We will close our month with a visit to the Linglestown Fire Station. Real,

live firemen show our students their emergency vehicles and even allow

them to sit in their seats! We will continue to learn about fire prevention

and education in classes so that our students know how to stay safe.

Northwood would like to thank Faith Immanuel for all its continued sup-

port for Northwood!

Nicole Evenhuis

Northwood Nursery School Director

We’re sorry if we missed your birthday. Please notify the office at 717-545-4631.

Happy

Birthday!

Oct 4 Nicholas Gillette

Oct 5 John Mease

Oct 8 Debbie Kissinger

Oct 10 Linda Graham

Oct 12 Dorothy Baynham

Oct 15 Frances Burd

Oct 18 William Given

Oct 20 Shirley Cleaver

Lauren Barrett

Oct 21 Barbara Hablett

Oct 23 Brent Sapen

Oct 25 Jean Harden

Oct 26 Corey Bowerman

Oct 28 Lois Dean

Eric Linn

Oct 30 Christiana Quartey

Nov. 1 Sheila Kannegieser

Nov 2 Charles Zwally

Billie Hawk

Nov 3 Tony Phillips

Nov 4 Kelly Berry

Nov 5 Merry Ann Kish

Nov. 6 Melvin Longenecker

Nov. 9 Bub Manning

Nov 13 Madelyne Key

Nov 17 Larry Dinges

Greg Linn

Irene Brightbill

Nov 18 Carolyn Souders

Lysle Frew

Nov 19 Alex Caplan

David Coad

Nov. 20 Joan Bowerman

Nov 21 Julia MacIntyre

Nov. 24 John Bowerman

Nov 25 Nicolette Sorensen

Nov. 26 Ken Zimmerman

Donald Englander

Nov. 27 Susie Ayi