Sunday is Coming!
This Sunday, August 17 at both the 8:30 and 11:00 worship services we will focus on education and helping us all to better understand the joys, challenges, prayer requests, and ways to be more informed, engaged, and supportive of what God is doing through education.
This year we will have panel discussion with Phil Schiavoni as our facilitator. The panel will include representatives from public, private, & home-school models, as well as therapy support services. At the end of each worship time, we will offer a prayer of commissioning & blessing over educators, parents, and students.
This Sunday afternoon from 2:00-4:00, we also have the opportunity to participate in a community prayer service at the Spiritual Center at Shippensburg University. Pastor Rodney and other community pastors will lead throughout this guided prayer experience. All are invited to intercede for our schools, our communities, and our world through prayer.
This Sunday
8:30 Traditional Worship
375 Jesus Shall Reign
44 Crown Him King of Kings
16 All Hail the Power of Jesus' Name
We continue our Summer Special Music series with a young soloist, Lilly, accompanied by Leslie Shuman on piano.
9:45 Sunday School for all ages
Check out our Sunday School classes and other Care Group ministries on our website, or visit the welcome desk to learn more.
11:00 Contemporary Worship
You Are My Vision
God of Wonders
Open the Eyes of My Heart
Council Highlights
The August council meeting took place this week, and several important matters of ministry were discussed. Topics of conversation included updates on nominations for the fall elections, various policy developments and revisions, and ongoing leadership needs as we plan for the future. Potential new members were approved, pending each individual’s personal affirmation of commitment.
Church Picnic
On the first Sunday of September (September 7th), we will have our annual Church Picnic. This takes place at Memorial Park and features a combined service at 10:00 am followed by a meal together. The church will provide chicken & ham, drinks, and paper products, and we invite each household to bring side items to share. To help us plan for the picnic, please RSVP by signing up on the clipboards located around the church: at the side entrances, in the gathering place, in your Sunday School classrooms, and in the Children & Youth areas. We hope to see you all there!
Community Night
Our Wednesday night ministries will be resuming on September 3rd from 6:30-8:00! There’s something for everyone at community night, including Awana for Children, Youth Group for Teens, Young Adult Bible Study, and 3 other Adult Bible studies to choose from covering a variety of topics.
Learn more on our website: Shippensburg First Church of God | Wednesday Community Night
Awana Meeting
There is a great need for additional helpers with AWANA!
This is a fun and rewarding way to help Children learn God’s Word and make a difference for eternity.
Open spots include:
--Teacher or Helper – Assist with sharing Bible Lessons and learning activities with children.
--Listeners – Encourage children as they recite God’s Word.
The class for Grades 3-5 has the most openings at this time.
There will be an informational meeting and planning time on Tuesday, August 26 at 6:30 for anyone planning to serve with AWANA and anyone who would like to learn more. Please contact Becky Cramer, reply to this email, or call the church office for more information.
Living Stones Activities
This event is open to families and individuals of all ages.
Several Tickets are Still Available!
Contact Pastor Gary or the Church Office to learn more (814-289-9982)
Location: FNB Park, 245 Championship Way, Harrisburg, PA 17101
Leave Annex (Church van and carpooling) at 5:00 PM.
Ministry Fair
There’s a place for everyone as we build God’s Kingdom!
On September28, we will have a unique opportunity to showcase the various ministries of SFCOG as we celebrate what God is doing in and through them, and open doors of opportunity for others to join in the movement of God! There will be a combined worship service, followed by the ministry fair showcase, and finally a light lunch will be provided.
“Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms.”
--I Peter 4:10
Communications Updates
*Be sure to check out our Activities Calendar and the Events page on our website to learn about more upcoming opportunities!
The August edition of our “FYI” Newsletter is available in the Gathering Place or the center section of the Sanctuary. The FYI contains information about upcoming events, care group opportunities, giving and attendance information, and more.
If you have information you would like to communicate, communication request forms are available from the church office, in the Gathering Place, or online.
Looking forward to worshipping with you in the Sanctuary or Online this Sunday!
Pastor Rodney Bistline
Shippensburg First Church of God
seniorpastorbistline@shipfcog.org
Helpful Links:
Online Messages (shipfcog.org)
Our Activities Calendar & Events
Care Groups & Sunday School Classes
Weather Alerts/ Schedule Changes (shipfcog.org)
Weekly Bulletin (updated over the weekend)
shipfcog.net/site/shipfcog/shipnews/index.html
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