Watch our services on youtube at 12pm!
We also have a dedicated phone number so you can listen to latest recorded service at 717-899-4JOY (4569).
Donations can be made in person, by mail or through online giving.
Dinner Church Thursday Evenings at 5pm!
In Worship Today:
Diaconal Minister of Music - Linda Peppernick
Reader: Gabe Cieza
The altar flowers are from Carrie Lynn Parris in loving memory of her father, Dennis, who would have celebrated a birthday today.
The vase of sunflowers is in memory of our dearest friend, Rodney Shatzer, who passed away 4 years ago today. It is given by the Hospitality Team.
NOTE—Whenever we worship in a combined service at 10 AM the Sunday School hour will be 9 AM that Sunday. The next combined service is July 31st.
SERMON SERIES
July 9
Grace and Acceptance
Luke 14:16-24
July 16
Grace and Respect
Matthew 22:1-14
July 23
Grace and Preparation
Matthew 25:1-13
July 30
Grace and Petition
Matthew 7:7-12
MINISTRY UPDATES
Children's Ministry
Christine Caine Unexpected book talk meets July 18 at 9am in Ministry Resource Room.
Cookies and Conversation 11am July 30th after combined worship.
Family Night at Caledonia Pine Pavilion - August 9, 2023 -This event is for all FUMC families with kids and youth of all ages.
Prayer Partner July Focus:
Thank God for sending Jesus for each of the children in our ministry. Thank God for the kids who have already put their faith and trust in Jesus. Pray for those who aren’t sure what they believe or just haven’t reached the phase where they’re ready to make a decision.
Youth Group
Illuminate Youth meets regularly at the church on Wednesdays from 6-8pm.
IMPACT JULY 26-30, 2023
Please pray for the youth group as we take 48 students and adults to Salt 'n Light Youth Ministry's Impact Festival on July 26-30. Pray for awesome experiences with God, for deeper relationships with peers, and for good weather and safe travels!
Hungry Hearts
If you can help tear down and sweep up the floors after the meal on Thursday at 6:00 PM or anytime that is convenient for you, contact Pastor Steve at 717-873-6626.
Women Connect
UPCOMING HAPPENINGS in Women Connect:
July 15, 2023 9am
A Hope and A Future - Susan Livermore
"For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a fu-ture.” Jeremiah 29:11
We are meeting at the home of Pam Reed, 1577 Marilyn Ct., Chambersburg, PA 17202
August 19, 2023
Rev. Pat Wollover The Good Shepherd Location TBA
Team Haiti/Missions
Mission Central needs:
women's briefs, laundry detergent, dental floss, toothpaste, deodorant, shoes, small personal size shampoo and conditioner, children's scissors, school supplies and rulers Kids underwear, Kids socks, Kids summer shoes, Kids slippers, Mens underwear, Women's underwear, toothbrushes (singlepacks), Kids shampoo, hairbrushes, Kids summer clothes (all sizes of kids items)
Pastoral Care Ministries
GriefShare -Help and encouragement after the death of a loved one - is a special weekly (13) seminar and support group designed to help you rebuild your life. We know it hurts and we want to help. New Session will be announced.
First Lights is partnering with the United Way to 'Stuff the Bus'!
Look for 'Stuff the Bus' boxes July 10 in our lobby to drop off supplies!
FUMC PRAYER LIST
Prayers for Healing
Don Nolder who is now at Shook Home in Hospice Care.
Gideon Hill
Gary Gettle
Glennis Parris
Dottie Vidal
Dick Jenkins
Bob Thomas
Deb Ewing
Sherrill Kessinger
Karen Brennon
Dave Kauffman
Joan Kauffman
Brianna Renshaw
Lori Kelsey
Dave Waskfield - healing of CA
Bryan (Bev Barnes' son [recovery from heart surgery])
Josh (battling bone CA)
Bill Holland Chambersburg Hospital
Cindy Glance (Brianna's Mother)
Paul Collins
Erma Collins
Bob Thomas in rehab
Leslie Gotwald
Lisa Stouffer
Mike Preisler
Geri Rosental
Alan Hassler - Rehab
Connie Love - Rehab
Jim Wright
Linda Peppernick
Bob Glass
Bernard Clopper
Delores Burkhart's daughter-in law, Karen
Cindy Robison
Prayers for Our World
Humanitarian aid to all people in countries around the world in need.
Relief for those dealing with severe weather - tornadoes, thunderstorms, flooding.
Clean air and water for every child of God.
Wisdom for all government leaders.
God's intervention in the humanitarian crisis in Ukraine.
Healing for our divided country, nations, and leaders.
All Military and Law Enforcement and First Responders and Essential Workers.
Prayers for Church Ministries, Events and Special projects
First Lights Children's Ministry
Illuminate Youth Ministry
Hungry Hearts Ministry
IMPACT 2023
Promotion 2023
Back to School 2023
FUMC Church Planning 2023-2024
Mission Experience 2024
Prayers needed for these members with long term concerns:
Dick Jenkins
Don Nolder
Shirley Jones
Mary Butts
Lucille Lower
Vicki Leisher
Deb Ewing
Connie Love
Jane Pensinger
Barb Armstrong
Susie Bulger
Kathy Beaston
Don Ardery
Mary Diehl
Wayne Gettel
Dottie Vidil
Linda Lojacono
Prayers of Comfort, Peace and Condolence
Families struggling with grief and loss.
Families struggling with housing and financial issues.
Families struggling with reconciliation and forgiveness.
Peace for those dealing with anxiety.
Faith for those who struggle to believe in what they cannot see.
HOUSEKEEPING ANNOUNCEMENTS
Safe Sanctuary Monitor Needed - We need an additional Monitor/Romer on Sunday mornings to walk the halls during Sunday School hour as part of our Safe Sanctuaries ministry. If you are Safe Sanctuaries trained, or willing to be and have secured your clearances or are willing to secure them and serve, please contact Pastor Steve at pastor4fumc@gmail.com or 717-873-6626.
Service Opportunity- Trustees are looking to volunteers to mow the lawns at the church and trim once a week. Volunteers must be 18 years. Contact Doug Davis dougdavis0034@yahoo.com
Important Note regarding upcoming events- If you are planning a church event, please contact Stacey in the church office so that we can coordinate all events in the church and are not overlapping ministries. Thank you!
Please contact the church about hospitalizations as we no longer are contacted when parishioners are hospitalized.