September 2019

A note from the Rector…

By the time you read this, I will be halfway through my trip

to Ireland. I am traveling with a friend and while we will do

plenty of sightseeing, a major purpose is to visit his family,

so I think our trip will be different from most tourist trips.

Personally, I know how wonderful it is to visit another part

of the world, especially one where you have ancestral roots.

I first went to Sicily in 1978, and met my grandfather’s

brother and sister plus many of his nieces and nephews. I

have stayed in touch with some and visited twice since then.

Every time I go, I feel at home there, even though I have

never learned the language. I’m very excited to visit next

year as part of my sabbatical.

Feeling at home in a place, even one that is different from our daily routines, is comforting. This is true of our

spiritual homes. I’ve been fortunate to participate in Episcopal and Anglican church services in various parts of

the world: Toronto, Canada; Cape Town, South Africa; Hong Kong; Canterbury and Salisbury, England;

Jerusalem, Israel; and Rome, Italy. Spiritual homes all over the world. Familiar words and rites. All of this is a

reminder of the breadth, glory and diversity of our Christian faith, even within our own denomination. It is a

reminder of the power of the message and teaching of Jesus Christ.

Throughout the year, we observe the various heritage months recognized by the US government. It’s just a

reminder of the power of Jesus Christ to unite across so many barriers that divide our nations and our societies.

Love, Rebecca+

NATIVITY NEWS

The newsletter of the Episcopal Church of the Nativity and St. Stephen

Newport and Thompsontown, PA

159 South Second Street, Newport PA 17074

Phone: 717-567-6514 E-mail: chnatss@pa.net

Parish Website: www.nativityandststephen.diocpa.org

Vestry Report – June 12, 2019

Telling Our Story – Evangelism

At this Vestry meeting, we shared 6-word (plus or minus) stories to describe our church. Here are some of the

creative stories:

Prayerful Family Inspiring Individual Spiritual Growth

Love One Another As I Love You

Nativity Continues Its Outstanding Community Outreach

Loving Our Neighbors In The World

Unknown Jewel In Newport

Church Feeds People Spiritually and Physically

At our September meeting, members will complete the following statement in regards to the church: Wouldn’t

it be wonderful if….

Letters to an American Christian by Bruce Riley Ashford

Bill Rohm led a discussion on the first chapter of this book, No Public Nudity, Please. The chapter answered the

question, What is the relationship between religion and politics? The book is organized as letters to a college

student who is a new Christian. His name is Christian.

In this first chapter, Mr. Ashford emphasizes that we cannot separate religion from politics in our lives. He

gives three reasons why:

Human beings are deeply and inescapably religious. He says, “All human being commit themselves to

somebody or something in an ultimate way. All human beings have somebody or something to which they give

their highest trust and love.”

Secondly, “because religion involves our ultimate commitments, we cannot separate our public self from our

private self.”

Thirdly, “Our Christian faith functions as the deepest motivation for contributing to the common good of the

nation.”

Certainly food for thought.

At our September meeting, we will review the Continuum on Becoming an Anti-Racist Multi-Cultural Church,

developed by The Rev. Joseph Barndt. Rev. Barndt is an ordained Lutheran Pastor and author. He is currently

working with our Diocese on our eliminating racism work.

Our Finances

Vestry reviewed our financial reports for June and July. Total income through July 31 was $196,541. Total

expenses were $167,848 leaving a surplus of $28,723. This is consistent with this time of year, because we

receive a larger check from the Bechtel Trust in June. This year we received $83,412.

After our August mortgage payment, the principle is $63,283.

Stewardship of our Property

2019 Projects

The repairs to our front porch have been completed. Painting is delayed

until the wood cures. The kitchen porch roof has been completed and

should be painted this fall. New ceiling fans and lights were installed in the

first floor of the parish house. These items work on wall switches, rather

than remotes. Sue Beamer and Darlene Amsler are working on new

kneelers for St. Stephen’s. Darlene Amsler has ordered material to make

the hangings for the pulpit and lectern to match our white vestment set.

The wall repairs have been completed in the sanctuary. Painting will occur

this fall.

Upcoming projects include repair and coating of the “bricks” in the church

property. The Diocese has purchased “Love Your Neighbor” banners to

hang outside. See Photo. The Property Committee will find a place to hang

them.

Stormwater Damage

An insurance claim has been submitted. Bill Day and Michele are continuing to follow the reimbursement of

this claim.

Our Leadership – Nominating Committee Appointed

Shannon Burns and Kay Cramer are the nominating committee for 2020 leadership. There are 2-3 openings for

members of Vestry. Kay can run for a second term; however, Shannon has served six years and cannot serve

another term. The committee will also seek people to serve as Delegate and Alternate Delegate to the 2020

Diocesan Convention. If you are interested in any of these positions, please let them know.

The next meeting is Wednesday, September 11, 6pm.

PC PRIDE:

Passionate

Respect

Identity

Determination

Equality

We are hosting the first meeting of PC Pride for youth who are

LGBT and their friends. The meeting will be held on Sunday,

September 8, 5pm at the church. Saranne Miller will supervise the

group. Rebecca will also attend. The Program and Mission

Committee set aside GTO funds in 2018 to support this initiative. The group hopes to provide support,

education, service projects and fundraising for their activities.

Nativity Happenings

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Godly Play will be

September 8, 15 & 22.

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Parlor People September 8 - Mark Cook,

Cyber-Security for Children

September 15 - Bill Rohm, Biblical Archaeology

September 22 - Latino Center of Juniata County,

Judy Robinson and Nataly Barragan

September 29 (tentative) - Jonathan Martz, Perry

Human Services

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On Sunday, September 1

service will be held at St.

Stephen.

Additional services may be held at St. Stephen’s

due to painting of Nativity.

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Rebecca will be on vacation through

Friday, September 6. For pastoral emergencies, please contact Bob

Schiesler at 717-982-4000, 717-982-4048 or

R.schiesler@comcast.net

The Rev. Cn. Schiesler will preside and preach on

Sunday, September 1.

He is a native of Bellefonte, PA. He was ordained

priest in 1979. He holds degrees in ministry and

theology, including the Ph.D. Canon Bob has

served in a number of dioceses including as Dean of

St. Paul's Cathedral, Iowa and Rector of St. Marks

pro cathedral church, Michigan. In 2006, he was

named a Canon of Honor in the Episcopal church.

In 2017, Queen Elisabeth ll awarded him the honor

of Order of St. John for distinguished ministry.

Suggestions for Giving To Others

(GTO) Funds.

If you have a new recommendation for GTO

funding, please contact Lynne Mitchell by

September 1. We are planning to give away $20,000

once again.

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We will be celebrating baptism

on November 3, December 8

and January 12.

Let Rebecca know if you or

someone you know would like to be baptized on

either of these days.

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Darlene Amsler is collecting

cancelled stamps for Eastern Stars.

Wendy Day is collecting Box

Tops for Education.

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Send notes or cards to our

friends who are unable to

attend service on Sundays.

Arlene McGowan Edith Jones

92 Village Drive 232 W. Main Street

Room 108 New Bloomfield PA 17068

Mifflintown PA 17059

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Help People in Need when you buy

your Groceries!

See Gail Shull or Pat Szabo to purchase cards in

various amounts to use at Giant, Mutzabaugh's, or

Weis Stores. 5% of the cost of each card stays with

the church and is used for outreach and mission

projects.

The Equal Exchange cart in the

Undercroft features fresh olive

oil from Palestine and an assortment of our

favorite candy bars. Also we continue to offer Equal Exchange coffees

for our Sunday Coffee Hour. If you would like

additional items, we can order them for you. Please

contact Jane Hoover or the office.

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Help Join Hands provide basic needs

products to families. Items needed are: Adult Incontinent Products,

Combs, Hair brushes, Hair care products,

Deodorant, Diapers and Wipes - sizes 1 to 6,

Feminine hygiene products, Lotion, Medical

supplies such as band-aids & cough drops,

Mouthwash, Paper Towels, Shampoo/Conditioner,

Shaving Cream/Razors, Soap/shower gel, Tissues,

Toilet Paper and Toothpaste/Toothbrushes.

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Honor or Remember a

loved one or a special

occasion with flowers on

the altar! Flowers help make our worship

space more beautiful and remind us of the

blossoming life we have in Christ. Please consider

sponsoring the flowers in memory of a loved one, or

to celebrate your thanksgivings. Flowers are

$30. Let Michele know by email – chnatss@pa.net

or phone, 717-567-6514.

~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Diocesan Happenings

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Sign up for news from around our Diocese. Go to

https://diocesecpa.org/subscribe-for-newsletters/

to sign up.

Shaped by Faith beginning this fall. This is a three-part initiative to discern, discover,

and create a right-shaped diocese to serve God’s

mission with vitality and strength. Clusters of

parishes will examine their future together through

projects designed to explore vitality and values,

financial sustainability and God’s call in the

neighborhood; no-cost Parish Life courses at the

Stevenson School for Ministry will be offered and a

historicizing project called “Rooted in God” will

celebrate our common story. The adventure begins

at Convention 2019.

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Volunteers are needed for the 2019

Diocesan Convention, Friday, October 18

and Saturday, October 19, Zembo Shrine,

2810 N. Third Street, Harrisburg. Some areas of need are registration, convention

packet assembly, ballot counting, children’s

program and more. Please see Rebecca or contact

Michele for a volunteer form. 717-567-6514 or

chnatss@pa.net

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The Episcopal and Anglican churches along

our southern border are helping shelter

families who have been approved by the

United States Government to seek asylum. These families and individuals are awaiting their

Asylum court dates. Right now, monetary donations

are needed, because once families pass the first part

of the asylum process, they are being sent to

Mexico to await their court date. Monetary

donations are the easiest way to help those churches

shelter these individuals and families. Donations

can be sent to:

Diocese of the Rio Grande, 6400 Coors Blvd NW,

Albuquerque NM 87120

online donations at their website:

www.dioceserg.org

Trail to Truth: Racial Reconciliation From

Washington D.C. to Philadelphia,

October 11-14, 2019. This event is for six of our Diocesan youth who are

going into grades 9-12 in 2019. Join the Province III

Youth Committee for a pilgrimage by bus from

Washington D.C. to Philadelphia, PA to discuss and

dismantle the history of racism in the church and

Government. Be a voice for positive next steps.

Included in the four-day journey: African American

History Museum, church histories, amazing guest

speakers, leaders and youth from the thirteen

dioceses that are Province III. If you have questions

or are interested in participating, please contact

Robyn Szoke-Coolidge, rszoke@diocesecpa.org.

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U.S. Immigration: The Basics Webinar,

Thursday, September 19, 1pm. “U.S. Immigration – The Basics” is a 50-minute

overview of U.S. Immigration history, laws, and

system. Whether you’re working with refugees,

immigrants, the unauthorized, or you’re a curious

citizen and want to understand U.S. Immigration –

this webinar is for you. Register at

https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_dLBCXacPS

1OqKSH8aANWPA

~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ St. Stephen’s Episcopal Cathedral and

Trinity Episcopal Church, Pro-Cathedral

will host Pilgrimage to Scotland 2020! Join our cathedrals as we travel with Thin Places

Mystical Tours from May 15-24, 2020. Airfare and

travel insurance are not included in the cost.

Individuals will be responsible for their travel to

and from Edinburgh, Scotland. Wheelchair

accessibility limited in most places and terrain is

often uneven. Contact The Rev. Shayna Watson

once you registered or if you have questions,

swatson@ststep.org, 717-236-4059. Follow this

link for detailed itinerary and Payment instructions

for "The Monk's Trail."

https://thinplacestour.com/monks-trail-scotland-

tour-2020/

Family Retreat! Saturday, September 14,

9am – 3pm, St. Thomas, Lancaster,

301 St. Thomas Road. Vibrant Faith/Busy World, Praying as a family.

Join online at http://givejesus5.rsvpify.com or by

calling 717-236-4059.

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ICONS in Transformation exhibit of

internationally acclaimed Russian-

Swedish abstract impressionist

Ludmila Pawlowska, September 1 –

November 3, St. Stephen’s Episcopal

Cathedral, 221 North Front Street, Hbg. Gallery will be open Sundays, 12-3 and 3rd in the

Burg Fridays, September 20 and October 18.

Private tours available by appointment.

~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Undoing Racism Training,

Friday, October 11 – Sunday, October 13,

St. Thomas Episcopal Church,

301 St. Thomas Road, Lancaster. The workshop utilizes a systemic approach that

emphasizes learning from history, developing

leadership, maintaining accountability to

communities, creating networks, undoing

internalized racial oppression and understanding the

role of organizational gate keeping as a mechanism

for perpetuating racism.

Friday, Oct. 11, 5:00 pm (dinner) w/ session 6:00

pm to 9:00 pm; Saturday, Oct. 12, 9:00 am – 4:00

pm, lunch included; Sunday, Oct. 13, 9:30 am -

4:00 pm. lunch included. All other meals are on

your own. Registration Fee: $35 for the weekend

w/double occupancy for lodging included. (Value:

$500 per person) Lodging: Clarion Inn & Suites,

1492 Lititz Pike, Lancaster. Single occupancy has

charge of $72.25. Day care & scholarships available

upon request. Register at:

http://www.cvent.com/events/undoing-racism-

training-2019/event-summary-

76a2c72eaaa142bcbf68a6215016dbf7.aspx

For more information, please contact: Kevin Barron

at kevinwbarron@gmail.com or Marion Schwartz at

kmarsch09@gmail.com

Community Happenings

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Need help making decisions about caring for

yourself or a loved one as you or they age? Family Group Decisionmaking is available to you!

You will be asked to gather a group of family and

friends together to come up with a plan for how best

to care for yourself or for a loved one. The sessions

are free and conducted by Mary Grace Shearer,

MSW, Executive Director of The Episcopal Home.

To learn more or to schedule a session, please

contact Mary Grace at

717-532-4612 or talk to Rebecca.

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Free Counseling, Newport Counseling

Center, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday

evenings and every other Friday as needed.

Please call the main office, 717-567-3524 to make

an appointment.

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TheoCon (thee-oh-con),

Saturday, September 28,

Ernest L. Boyer Center,

Messiah College, One College Avenue,

Mechanicsburg.

Where Theology Meets Pop Culture! is a one-day

convention in which participants will be introduced

and invited to explore themes of theology and

morality in popular culture. Pop culture mediums

include comic books, graphic novels, and science-

fiction films and methods of exploration feature

guest speakers, panel discussions, exhibits,

reflection spaces, and cosplay. ALL ages are

welcome! Please see Rebecca if you’d like to go.

Everyone is welcome!

GriefShare Support Group,

13-week program begins

Thursday, September 5,

3 – 5pm, Christ Lutheran Church,

46 W, High Street, New Bloomfield.

Help and encouragement after the death of a spouse,

child, family member or friend. Please register by

August 29 by contacting Pastor Michael Boehm at

717-536-0163 or Revboehm@yahoo.com

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100th Year American Legion

Extravaganza, Saturday,

September 7, noon – 10pm,

Sunday, September 8,

Field Service, 11am, noon – 6pm.

A celebration of Veterans serving Veterans.

Military recruiters, military vehicles, fly over on

Saturday, VA Hospitals, Beer and Wine Garden,

Local First Responders, County VFW Posts,

Veterans Service Officer for Perry County, Legion

Riders on Sunday at 11am, Vendors, Kid Inflatables

and Games, Local Food Vendors and More!

~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Savor: A Strolling Supper, Saturday,

September 7, 5-8pm, (5-6pm VIP cocktail

hour, 6-8pm strolling supper event), LEAF

Farm, 554 Warm Springs Road, Landisburg Join LEAF for their signature event where the

region’s best chefs and farmers partner to create

innovative dishes paired with masterful beverages.

Tickets are now on sale. Follow LEAF on

Instagram and Facebook @leafprojectpa for

updates.

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Community Dinner every

Thursday, 5:30pm, Family Life

Center, Newport. Sponsored by

Newport Assemblies of God.

Support the Residents of the

Episcopal Home by

Making a Donation. The Episcopal Home is an affordable

home that provides personal care, while allowing

residents to live as independently as possible. They

meet the needs of the total person by providing

comfort emotionally, physically, socially, and

spiritually. With a donation of $25, you can assist

in the care of a resident for one day. A generous

donation of $175 can assist with the care of a

resident for one week. Envelopes are available at

the back of the church.

The Episcopal Home Residents are also in

need of donations that help make a

resident’s day better and brighter.

Items needed include:

Depends Undergarments (women’s M, L, XL)

Disposable Bed Underpads

Toothpaste

Dove Soap

Toothbrushes

Mouthwash (personal size)

Glue Sticks

Adult Coloring Books (simple designs/pictures)

Nail Polish (clear and light colors)

Word Search Books (not crossword)

Diabetic Candy (individually wrapped)

Bingo Prizes

These may be delivered to the Home or ordered

online and sent to:

The Episcopal Home

206 Burd Street,

Shippensburg PA 17257

~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Commons and Gardens Upcoming Activities

COMMONS Wednesday, September 11 - Lunch and fall craft

Wednesday, November 13 - Lunch and Thanksgiving

Hymn Sing

GARDENS

Thursday, October 10 - Lunch and fall craft

Thursday, December 12 - 9am - 4pm,

Country Cupboard.

Sunday, November 24, after church, put together

Christmas cards and cocoa packets for Commons and

Gardens residents.

Bethany Children’s Home of Womelsdorf,

PA will again be expanding their services to

provide a Helping Hands program to

temporarily shelter unaccompanied children

who have crossed our borders to enter the

United States. These children are seeking to reunite with their

families who already reside in the United States.

Many of these children are victims of human

trafficking and/or have come from very dangerous

environments. The children, ages infant through

eighteen years of age, are in desperate need of a

safe and appropriate shelter while seeking

reunification with their family members. A wish

list is available at

http://www.bethanyhome.org/wp-

content/uploads/2019/07/Helping-Hands-Wish-

List.pdf and posted in the undercroft.

~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Harmony Walk, Sunday, September 15, 2pm

at the entrance to Goodwin Memorial

Baptist Church, 2447 Green Street,

Harrisburg and ending at Hadee Mosque,

245 Division Street, Harrisburg. The walk route

includes Jewish,

Christian, and

Islamic houses of

worship. At each

stop, a leader will

share words of

wisdom about the

values of unity and

harmony. People

of all religions,

including

Buddhist, Baha’i,

Hindu, Sikh, and

those of no specific faith are invited. A bus will be

provided at Goodwin Memorial for individuals with

walking difficulty. Parking is available at Goodwin

Memorial and Hadee Mosque. A light early dinner

will be provided by the Ahmadiyya Muslim

Community, at the end of the walk. For additional

information, please contact Rev. Cynthia Mara at

interfaithcenter@juno.com or Behzad Zandieh at

bzandieh@hotmail.com

Central PA Youth Ministries 17th Annual

Adult Fundraising Dinner,

Sunday, September 29, 6pm,

Newport Family Life Center

RSVP by Monday, September 9 at

bestestbuds@gmail.com

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BOOS and BREWS,

Saturday, October 26,

River Bend Hop Farm and Brewery,

1800 Lower Bailey Road, Newport.

A Halloween Bash with costumes, live music,

dancing and more. More details to come.

~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ El Paso elementary school teachers

requesting postcards to be mailed to their

students to remind them that there's still

good in the world.

Postcards can be mailed to:

E. Flores Teresa Garrett

Hillside Elementary Tom Lara Elementary

4500 Clifton Ave. 4851 Marcus Uribe Dr.

El Paso, TX 79903 El Paso, TX 79934

September Honaman House

5 Nathan Hayes 8 Tiffany Hitchings

Sophia Jezewski 6 Jennifer Davis Commons Rebecca Morlock 8 Glenda Rudy Joseph Warne 16 Patricia Flickinger 8 Laurie Ehrhart 20 Mildred Urich

Donald Robinson 26 Nancy Beachler 9 Stephen McGrady 13 Kira Michelson 14 Marisa Borrell 23 John Cramer

Jane Hoover 24 Marc Morlock 25 Arlene McGowan 27 Brianna Orris

28 Isabella Carbaugh

Glenn Holliman

September Service Participants

Date Greeters Lector Prayers Acolyte Euch. Min. Coffee Hour

**Sept. 1 (A.G. 1) Days Bill D. Wendy D. Ethan J. Shannon B. Anne & Elizabeth

St. Stephen's / Bob Schiesler presides and preaches

Counters: Todd & Lynne

Sept. 8 GP (A.G. 2) Shannon & Tootser Jan Y. Bill R. Elizabeth H. Darlene A. Edna & Andrea

Counters: Gail & Jill

Sept. 15 GP (A.G. 3) Rolands Lillian H. Bill D. Sophia J. Tootser Darlene & Mary

Counters: Bill D. & John

Sept. 22 GP (A.G. 4) Bakers Susan R. Kay C. Bill D. Bill D. Pat & Gail

Latino/Latina Heritage Observance

Counters: Kay & Darlene

Sept. 29 (A.G. 3) Prices Mary P. Jane H. Ethan J. Todd S. Shannon & Ann

Counters: Gail & John

** = St. Stephen's GP = Godly Play

September 2019

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

1 Worship - 9:30am

St. Stephen’s

The Rev. Cn. Bob

Schiesler preaches &

presides

Special Offering

2

3 Taize’ Tuesday,

4:45pm

4 Men’s Breakfast (Espresso Yourself) Women’s Breakfast (Newport Family) – 9am Program and Mission Committee GTO Meeting after breakfast

5

6

7

8 Worship - 9:30am

Godly Play

PC Pride Meeting,

5pm

9

10 Taize’ Tuesday,

4:45pm

11 Men’s Breakfast (Espresso Yourself) Women’s Breakfast (Bitting’s) – 9am

Fall Craft and Lunch,

Commons, 11am –

1pm

Vestry, 6pm

12

13

14

15 Worship - 9:30am

Godly Play

16

17 Taize’ Tuesday,

4:45pm

18 Men’s Breakfast

(Espresso Yourself) Women’s Breakfast (Newport Family) – 9am

19

20

21 Eliminating Racism

Strategy Team

9:30am – 12:30pm

22 Worship - 9:30am

Latino/Latina Heritage

Observance

Judy Robinson, Latino

Center of Juniata

County preaches

Godly Play

23

24 Taize’ Tuesday,

4:45pm

25 Men’s Breakfast

(Espresso Yourself) Women’s Breakfast (A Taste of the Valley, Belleville) – 9am

26 Stitchers, 10am

27

28

29 Worship - 9:30am

Special Offering

30

Special Offerings:

September 1 – Caring for Nativity’s Neighbors

September 29 – Building Fund

Rebecca will be on vacation through Friday, September 6.