The Weekly Vision

October 24, 2004 -- October 30, 2004

The Weekly Calendar

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Prayer Concerns for this Week Our prayers this week include: Charles Polley, Doris Deaner, Bob Dillman, Jamie Angleberger, Robert and Ida Smith, Margaret LeGay, Jeff Persell, Sara Rose Wickham, Sara Bigham, Michele Price, Joanne Shindledecker, Ralph Schwartz, Janell Kartoz, Sherman Roe, and Edith Bulman, Becky Brown, Cathy Hernandez, Kelly Bladwin, John McKenna, and 4 unspoken requests.   Pastoral prayers this week for those whose last name begins with these letters: October 24—“X,” 25-“Y,” 26—“Z.” Please remember that if you don't wish to publicly express your prayer concerns, you may use the PRAYER PILLAR in the back of the church for your requests. Sympathy is expressed to Larry and Betsy Speer on the recent death of Larry’s sister, Sally L. Becker of Youngstown, Ohio. Funeral services were held on Thursday, October 21st.

Donated Food Needed When you do your grocery shopping, why not buy two of a particular item, (ie. Pasta, can of soups, cereal, etc). Bring these items to church and donate them to the Food Pantry Box in the church library. Carty and Bob Bates deliver our donation to the local Food Pantry which helps people in our community have who have special needs. Your support of this project would be greatly appreciated. -- United Methodist Women. Crafty Ladies In Preparation for the UMW’s Snowflake Festival, Crafty Ladies will begin having weekly craft sessions. We will meet at the church every Monday at 9:30 am. All are welcome to join us.   Chi Rho Singer Concert…October 28th You are cordially invited to attend the Chi Rho Singers Concert which will take place on Thursday, October 28th, at 7:00 PM here at GUMC. This concert choir us composed of United Methodist pastors from across the Central Pennsylvania area. Their performance will be under the direction of Reverend John Dromazos, Pastor of the First United Methodist Church in Chambersburg. A free will offering will be received during the concert. All Are welcome! Snowflake Festival News Seven distinctive shops will be stocked full for you to select interesting gifts and personal goods for your pleasure! There will be beautiful stitch and knit selections; lovely plants; great books, music and pictures; pretty jewelry; a wide selection in Granny’s attic; interesting crafts, and delicious baked goods and more. Plants are still needed for the plant sale. Contact Lois Mae Ferrence for more information. A hearty lunch will be served November 12 from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Don’t forget to mark your calendars for Thursday, November 11 from 6-9:00 PM and Friday, November 12-8:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Tape Ministry Do you know a shut-in who would like to hear the word of God through our service on Sunday mornings? Or perhaps you didn’t get to church on Sunday and wanted to hear the message. The Tape Ministry in our church was established for these very reasons—to bring the word of God to everyone. It brings our church closer to those who are not able to attend. There is no charge for the ministry. You may keep the tape or if you would like, you can return them so we may use them again. God’s word and God’s gift are here for you! To request a tape, contact Edgar and Charlotte Moore at 334-1716, Dave Schmidt at 334-4325, or call the church office at 334-3032. Welcoming New Members to Gettysburg UMC A number of person have recently expressed interest in uniting with our congregation. How delighted we are to have them so do!—At this moment we are anticipating that a welcoming will take place next Sunday, October 31st, at the 10:30 AM Worship hour. Equally, these persons, as others, are invited to share with Pastor Jay in two “Get acquainted” gatherings that will take place today and next Sunday at 9:15 AM in his office. A “Welcoming Reception” will be held immediately following church on October 31st in the Lounge. For additional information, please contact Pastor Jay (334-3032), or Peggy Hunt (337-0539) our membership chairperson. Welcome! Canned Goods Labels A great way to help children’s programs in the area is to collect all your canned goods labels. Simply come pick up some literature on the table in the hallway about what labels to save, and you can help make a difference in after children’s programs! For more information, see Faye Krantz or Natalie in the church office. Expanding Our Children’s Ministry We haven’t been, but we should be…providing childcare during the 9:15 AM Sunday School hour. Why? Quit simple! By doing so, our younger parents can come and share together in a small group setting that can be significant in their Christian ministry.—We need your help! We are looking for persons who would be willing to offer their love and care for Nursery age children at the 9:15 AM hour particularly, but also the 10:30 AM hour, as Tammy Lytle (the nursery coordinator for the 10:30 AM hour) is always looking for assistance. Please inquire in our office and/or sign-up on the bulletin board just outside the church office! Thank you!   Gettysburg Lions Club Gettysburg Lions Club is currently selling fruitcakes for $5.00 and delicious Peanut Brittle for $3.00. If you would like to order some please see Ken Rienheart or call him at 334-1963. Approaching Advent—a time of worship celebrated with Deborah J. Heisley-Cato and Russell Hart on Tuesday, November 9th from 8:30 AM until 4:00 PM at Camp Hebron, 957 Cap Hebron Road, Halifax PA. The fee is $5.00 per person. For more information, please se the church office. The Biglerville Habit House is ready to be dedicated! On Sunday, November 7 at 2:00 pm. Contact Pastor Herr at 334-5212 for more information on how you can be part of this wonderful celebration!

ATTENTION KENNIE'S SHOPPERS!  If you are a frequent shopper at any Kennie's Market location and you'd be willing to designate Big Brothers Big Sisters of Adams County for the Community Treasures program, please contact Laura Geesaman at 334-1138 or landt@pa.net

Regular and large print Bibles are available at the back of the church for your use. We invite you to use one to follow along in the reading of today's scripture.

PEW ENVELOPES! You may have noticed the pew envelopes and on top of the mission can. These envelopes are to be used for donations to the church that are not covered by your regular envelopes. Some examples are mission can donations, special collections, special service offerings, etc. If the envelopes are used, we will be able to add that record to your giving statement. Please be sure to put your envelope number and/or name on the envelope so we know to which account it should be recorded. If you have any questions, please see Fred Myers or Connie Thompson.

Tape Ministry - Do you know a shut-in who would like to hear the word of God through our service on Sunday mornings? Or perhaps you didn’t get to church on Sunday and wanted to hear the message. The Tape Ministry in our church was established for these very reasons—to bring the word of God to everyone. It brings our church closer to those who are not able to attend. There is no charge for the ministry. You may keep the tape or if you would like, you can return them so we may use them again. God’s word and God’s gift are here for you! To request a tape, contact Edgar and Charlotte Moore at 334-1716, Dave Schmidt at 334-4325, or call the church office at 334-3032.

REMINDER: Please remember to call or e-mail the office by Tuesday prior to the Sunday you are sponsoring bulletins or altar flowers. Phone or mail reminders are no longer being issued - that information is now part of the newsletter. All announcements to be placed in the Weekly Vision must also be in the office by Tuesday. Thank you.

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