The Messenger

November 2017

Pastor’s Page 2 Ministry Planning Worship 3

Birthday/anniversary 3

Christian Education 4

Prayers 5

Outreach 6

Church Business 8

Upcoming Events 9

Calendar 11

Inside This Issue

Senior Pastor: D. Marie Tribble, MDiv., MAR

Organist: Mary E. Snyder

First Christian Church

Disciples of Christ

442 Hummel Ave,

Lemoyne, PA 17043

717-763-4537

www.lemoynedisciples.org

Rebecca VanLenten

Church Office

Monday: 10am - 3pm

Wednesday: 12pm - 5pm

Thursday: 10am - 3pm

fcclemoyne@comcast.net

Our Annual Spaghetti Dinner and Basket Raffle just got even

better! This year we are partnering with the Central

Pennsylvania Blood Bank. We still need everyone's support

to make this annual Fundraiser a success!

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Pastor’s Page

“Permission to Remember”

November always brings me joy

because it a month that gives me

“Permission to Remember”. In

my life November 1st was

always a significant day because

it was my grandmothers birthday. Nannie Delores

was her name and I was her name sake because I

was her first granddaughter. She taught me early

November 1st was no average day, in addition to

celebrating her birthday it was also All Saints Day, a

day set aside to remember the saints.

“Remember the Saints”

As a young Catholic School student, veneration of

the Saints became as normal to me as is saying the

Lord’s Prayer is to a young Disciple of Christ. As

time progressed many of the rituals I learned in

Catholic school became obsolete, however my love,

respect and adoration for the “Remembering the

Saints” associated with Christian History remained.

What better way to start November which is

typically always partnered with a thematic focus of

giving thanks, than to take the first day of the month

to pay homage and say thanks to those significant

individuals within our Christian history.

“Remember Who”

Over the years I’ve realized “Remembering Who”

can many times get lost in our interpretation of

history. We must never lose site that history not only

tells us “what” but it also tells us “who”. It’s our

responsibility as faithful believers to be willing to

take a moment to do critical reflect on “who” has

contributed to our lives. We’re all standing on the

shoulders of many great individuals who’ve

sacrificed much and no longer live to reap the

benefits. “Who” are these individuals? “Who” are

the saints in your history who’ve paved the way in

your life? Was it a grandmother, a veteran, a fellow

Christian, a friend, or maybe even a stranger? There

is no better time than now to take a moment to

express some gratitude. Maybe even take a

moment to introduce a member of a younger

generation to someone they’ve never met, but

definitely should know. The “Permission to

Remember” is a repetitive gift November brings to us

all. Do it now while you have time.

“The Clock of Life is wound but once, and no man

has the power to tell just when the hands will stop, At

late or early hour. Now is the only time we own;

Love, life, toil with a will; Do not wait until

tomorrow, For the Clock May then be still.” - Will

Roberts, Live, Love, & Toil

The Bible States in Ecclesiastes 3:1, “There is a time

for everything, and a season for every activity under

the heavens

Pastor D. Marie

A Word from the Regional Minister

& President

Notice of Regional Mailing Address Change

Mail has moved slowly to the Regional Office due to continuing to use of a forwarding order with the US Post Office. Therefore, please take note (and share this Information with any who might have cause to mail to us) that the Greensburg post office box is now closed, All mail for the Region or the Regional Minister needs to go directly to:

Christian Church in Pennsylvania

1402 Washington Ave. Parkersburg, WV 26101

Marianna Church Hosts Opioids Conversation

OPEN COMMUNITYFORUM

ADDICTION AND THE OPIOID CRISIS

NOVEMBER 2, 2017

First Christian Church,

27 Barnard Street,

Marianna, Pennsylvania

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NOVEMBER SERVING SCHEDULE

November 5, 2017

Elder: Bill Davis

Diaconate: Jane Welsh, Joyce Arbogast &

Lois Haagen

Communion: Joyce Arbogast

Greeter: Christine Lex

Acolyte: Aarica Lee

Worship November 12, 2017

Elder: Diana Onstott

Diaconate: Doria Onstott, David Prediger

& Ken Onstott

Communion: Joyce Arbogast

Greeter: Joyce Arbogast

Acolyte: Anna Nutter

November 19, 2017

Elder: Linda Runkle

Diaconate: Joyce Arbogast, Glenn Haagen

and Deb Anderson

Communion: Jane Welsh & Linda Runkle

Greeter: Linda Runkle

Acolyte: Savannah Plaza

November 26, 2017

Elder: Lois Miller

Diaconate: Glenn Haagen, Lois Haagen &

Jane Welsh

Communion: Jane Welsh & Linda Runkle

Greeter: Ginger Matthews

Acolyte: Arayah Wiest

Kelly Manning - November 2nd Frank Hughes - November 21st

Mary Snyder - November 6th Joseph Frey - November 22nd

Glenn Haagen - November 8th Leon Smith Jr. - November 26th

Joan Kain - November 12th

Happy Birthday!

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Location: parlor

NOVEMBER 5: Tom Matthews

November 19: Tom Matthews

*Children will be dismissed from Moring Worship for Youth Church immediately following

offering

LOCATION: SANCTUARY

NOVEMBER 5, 2017: Rev. Ed

NOVEMBER 12, 2017: Pastor D. Marie

NOVEMBER 19, 2017: Rev. Ed

NOVEMBER 26, 2017: Pastor D. Marie Youth

Church

LOCATION: PARLOR

NOVEMBER 5, 2017: Pastor D. Marie

NOVEMBER 12, 2017: Tom Matthews

NOVEMBER 19, 2017: Pastor D. Marie

NOVEMBER 26, 2017: Tom Matthews

Don’t miss our Sunday School Series “Real Relationships”

Christian Education

Early Disciples Class

LOCATION: NURSERY NOVEMBER 5, 2017: Aariona Lee

NOVEMBER 12, 2017: Aariona Lee

NOVEMBER 19, 2017: Aariona Lee

NOVEMBER 26, 2017: Aariona Lee

Junior Disciples Class

Adult Disciples Class

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Mary S:

Art P., Jane B., Randy. & Christy S., Dick & Barb F., Marcy K., Janet K., Julia, Glen H. Frank H., Beverly

B., Jo-Ann & Family & Dottie M.

Linda R: Steve, Joey, Kaylee & Layton, Pat & Rowland

Zimmerman, Cathi & Friends & Janet

Joan K: Nancy, Heather, Margaret & Harold

Dottie M:

Betty

Jean T: Clyde Smiley, Bert Levarto & Kent

Diana O:

Ken, Hannah, Doria, Ann N., Donald & Diana

Mary P: Toni Jones & Family, Jewell Willis & family, Physical Therapist, Lisa, Michael & Brittany

Christine L:

Valarie, Peter, & Conrad, Tina, Bill, Lakota’s, & Aj

Pat S:

Terry , Paul, Rosemary & Wayne

Michael M: Hen Miller

JoAnn H: Jim High

Tom & Ginger M:

Jim Jordan, Ann, Ginger, Heidi Taylor, & Christy Family, Jim, Mother & Claudia

Doria O:

Bob Johnson

Brenda N: Nash Atkins, Jess Kitch, Aurora, Cassidy Atkins &

Donna

Barb P: Ruth Bailey

Bill D:

Pastor Grace, Margaret & Granddaughter

Harold T: Michael

Lois H:

Family of Carol S.

David P: Fred

Kaylee W:

Senora Green

Velma H: Brenda & The Smiley’s

Pastor D: Teresa V.

June C: Dave M.

Angela P: Elizabeth

FCC:

Scott Boltz, Bryan Eldridge & Family, Goudy/Frey Family, Nancy Haubrich, Ken Weber, Mary

- Lynne Weber, David P. & Cindy Greenling

Prayer Requests

We will be making Advent Devotionals

available to congregants in the next few

weeks at no cost. There will be more

information to follow in future bulletins.

Advent Devotionals 2017

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Grocery Card Fundraiser

Please remember the church can receive money every time you go to the Grocery

store. Just pre-purchase gift cards from the church and they will receive 5% of

everything you spend!

Weis, Karns & Giants cards are available.

Please see Diana Onstott to set up a standing order or purchase

them today. Also contact the church office for more information.

Outreach

These would make great Christmas gifts!

Pie Sale Order & Money Due November 17th by 8:00pm Pick Up November 21st at 6:30pm at FCC

$6.00 Choose from Pumpkin, Chocolate & Apple

$6.00 $7.00

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Outreach Continued Community Trick or

Treat 2017

Lemoyne Historical Society Meeting Here’s a few pictures

from Monday nights

Historical Society

Meeting Pastor D. Marie & David Prediger with

US Representative Sheryl Delozier

Here’s a look at the Loom that has been

refurbished by our own David Prediger

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https://www.facebook.com/FCCLemoyne

Weekly updates on worship and happenings

Church Business

MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO: First Christian Church

MAIL TO: 442 Hummel Avenue, Lemoyne PA 17043

NUMBER OF POINSETTIAS (5-6 blooms) ________ x $10.00 = _______

FLOWER COLOR: RED _______WHITE_______ JINGLE BELL _______

Dedication: “These poinsettias are placed” (please choose one per plant)

( ) In loving memory of____________________________________________

by__________________________________________________________

( ) In honor of ___________________________________________________

by__________________________________________________________

( ) In celebration of the Birth of our Christ

by__________________________________________________________

( ) I will not be picking up my flower. -If you are donating your flowers to a homebound member, it

would help greatly if you would deliver it. If you need assistance in doing so, please let your elder

know.

NAME: ______________________________ PHONE: ____________________

AMOUNT PAID: $ ____________________

For Christmas, First Christian Church will decorate its sanctuary with

Poinsettias. If you would like to participate by ordering Poinsettias in

honor or memory of loved ones and friends, Please use this form to

make your selection, attach your payment and then place in the

offering plate or mail to church office. Flowers provided by Royer’s

Flowers and Gifts. There will be Order forms on the Information Table.

Poinsettias 2017

ORDER DEADLINE IS

WEDNESDAY,

NOVEMBER 30 - PLEASE

BE PROMPT

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Sponsored by: FCC Cub Scouts

We will be having Turkey, Stuffing, Mashed Potatoes, Vegetables,

Rolls, and of course pies and other yummy desserts!!!!

Family & Friends you are invited to our

Thanksgiving Dinner

Sunday, November 19th

12:30 pm

Sunday, November 5th

Immediately Following

Worship

Join us on Sunday, November 5th for

the Board Meeting to vote on the 2018

Budget.

Upcoming Events

Special Congregational Meeting

Sunday, November 19th

Immediately Following

Worship

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Upcoming Events

Continued

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Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

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5

9:15 AM: Sunday School 10:15 AM: Worship Includes Youth Church Special Budget Meeting after worship

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Cub Scout

Pack Meeting

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9:15 AM: Sunday School 10:15 AM: Worship Finance Meeting after worship

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9:15 AM: Sunday School 10:15 AM: Worship Includes Youth Church Congregational Meeting after worship

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27 28 29 30

7:00 pm

JFT 7:00pm

7:00 pm

7:00 pm

Girl Scout

Meeting

Girl Scout

Meeting

Girl Scout

Meeting

Cub Scout

Meeting

Tiger, Wolf,

Bear, Webelos

7:00 pm

Church Office

Closed

Thanksgiving

Eve Service

7:00 pm Thanksgiving

Dinner 12:30 pm

9:15 AM: Sunday School 10:15 AM: Worship

Cub Scout

Meeting

Lion, Tiger,

Wolf, Bear,

Webelos

JFT 7:00pm

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First Christian Church

Disciples of Christ

442 Hummel Ave,

Lemoyne, PA 17043

PH: 717-763-4537

www.lemoynedisciples.org

November 2017

Our first Hallelujah Lock - In was a success!

Here's a look!