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weekly Happenings
The Time After Pentecost August 16, 2020
Pastor Dan will be on a well-deserved vacation beginning Sunday afternoon, August 16 through August 30.
If you are in need of pastoral care during this time, please contact the church office for contact information for the on-call pastor.
“Worship Lot” Services Sundays 8:45am and 10:00am
You are invited to participate in services of Holy Communion being held in the parking area in front of the main sanctuary entrance. Parking and family seating areas are designated. You are encouraged to bring your own chair, umbrellas for shade, water bottles, etc. The service lasts about 30 minutes.
All worshipers should check in at the white tent upon arrival. Everyone will need to wear a face covering, practice social distancing, register their attendance and be prepared to have their temperature taken with a no-contact thermometer. Hand sanitizer will be provided for use before receiving communion.
While this worship experience certainly feels different than what the congregation is used to, we are excited for this new opportunity to gather in faith. Welcome!
Worship Update
Our COVID team meets monthly to review and establish worship and ministry protocols in light of the ever-changing guidelines provided by the CDC, the state and local health departments, our synod, our school districts and our insurance company. At the most recent meeting, the team decided to continue weekly pre-recorded worship videos as well as in-person outdoor worship services on Sundays at 8:45am and 10:00am throughout the month of September.
Building and outdoor space is now available for in-person meetings of church ministries, subject to the attendance limits and safety protocols established by our COVID team.
Current capacities of various building spaces are listed below.
Mod #1: 15 persons Mod #2: 17 Meeting Room A1/A2: 11
Café: 7 Fellowship Hall: 25 Sanctuary: 25
If you would like further information, have suggestions or comments, or to schedule a meeting, please contact the church office.
Back-to-Sunday School
The Christian Education team is now in the process of planning classes and activities for the fall. While details are still being worked out, the team anticipates a combination of in-person assemblies and at-home activities to begin in October.
Please stay tuned for a Christian Education survey so we can consider the needs and preferences of all Sunday school families in the planning process.
You are invited to participate in the God’s Love virtual worship experience any time. The link to the latest worship video is available each week by email, our website, our Facebook page and our YouTube channel. Thank you to this week’s at-home liturgist, Earl Monk.
Follow us on these platforms (look for GodsLoveNewtown) for up-to-date notifications.
Scripture Readings for August 23
Isaiah 51:1-6 The enduring foundation of God’s salvation
Romans 12:1-8 One body in Christ, with gifts that differ
Matthew 16:13-20 The profession of Peter’s faith
Lutheran Church of God’s Love 791 Newtown-Yardley Road Newtown, PA 18940 215.968.4335 • www.godslovenewtown.org
Rev. B. Daniel Whitener [email protected]
Ed Pazicky, Council President [email protected]
Kay Rozolis [email protected]
Susan McDonnell [email protected]
Member News
Klaus Senss died on August 12, after a brief hospitalization. Klaus was 81. He and his wife, Joyce, joined God’s Love in 2005.
After Joyce’s death in October 2019, Klaus’ family moved him to a long-term care facility in Broomall, PA. Funeral arrangements will be shared as soon as they are finalized.
Weston Leroy Packer, son of Megan and Ed Packer, grandson of Karen and Todd Orr, and great grandson of Barbara Haegele, was born on August 6 in Florida.
Congratulations to the extended family!
Dear Friends,
Many thanks to each one of you for your notes of caring and encouragement. It’s always good to remember we are on this faith journey together and your keeping in touch is a good reminder.
To all of you, in hopes of seeing you soon, Peace, prayers and love. —Dorothy Wagner
God’s Love has sent out hundreds of cards to members during the COVID shutdown. These cards are written by volunteers from within the congregation, as well as the greater community. Blank cards are available in the church lobby if you would like to participate in this important ministry.
Our annual School Supplies Drive continues. Donations can be placed in the box in the church lobby (open 24/7). We are accepting donations throughout August, but greatly appreciate efforts to donate by TODAY, Sunday, August 16 to allow for planning and distribution to local charities.
This year we are also accepting gift cards to BestBuy or Office Max in anticipation of the need for electronics for remote learning. Please deliver or mail gift cards directly to the church office.
Thanks to the generous donations coordinated by Neighbor in Need. We are so grateful for this partnership and ask God’s blessing on those that donated and those that will receive these donations. Questions? Contact Andi Webber at [email protected]
Looking for a home…
…for this 92” sofa and/or a matching 68” love seat. They are currently in the office where Vicar Brandi Hebert will be moving on August 26, so we would like them picked up by then, if possible.
There is no set price, but a donation would be appreciated.
AHTN Shared Meals Are Back!
We will be providing a TO-GO dinner on our regularly scheduled 5th Saturday of the month, August 29. The AHTN van driver will pick up the meals and deliver them to the homeless and those in need. No guests will be coming to the church.
To donate food, use this link: AHTN Shared To-Go Meal Signup
Everyone deserves a hot meal every day. Let’s help make that happen.
Questions? Contact Sandy Anthony 215-350-3379; [email protected]
We have resumed our weekly delivery of altar flowers. If you would like to dedicate the
flowers for an upcoming week, please contact the office.
