12^th Annual Christmas Tea

Thursday, December 5 
 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.

We invite you to spend a delightful afternoon at the 12th Annual Holy Spirit Christmas Tea.  Held in Fellowship Hall, a festive holiday atmosphere will surround you.  A selection of delicious things to eat, several varieties of tea, seasonal music, and entertainment are planned. And, there are always a few surprises!  Come and share the fun and fellowship.

There is a poster in the narthex for you to sign up.  Invite friends and join us for tea.

We hope to see you there!

(Anyone whowishes to attend and has a transportation issue, please notify the church office (717-394-6771) and we will make every effort to make arrangements for you.)

My head was spinning the other day as I realized that 2019 is nearly halfway to being over. This edition of The Courier is our big summer double issue. Within these pages you will find details of the ministries Holy Spirit is prepared to lift anchor, raise the sail, and navigate the seas of witness and service.

I hope you are part of the journey. Whatever ministry you participate in, you are helping to spread the good news of Jesus Christ in so many directions. They key is the phrase “you participate.”

OK, you won’t be doing something every day to share the good news of Jesus. Or will you? By your care for your neighbor, you share the good news of Jesus. By sending a card to someone who is homebound or ill, you are sharing the good news of Jesus. By filling a shopping bag for a hungry person, you are sharing the good news of Jesus. In other words, every action of your day, is something which will show the world that you are a disciple of Jesus.

As we enter the season of summer, many of you will take some time to travel and/or rest. Wherever you travel, wherever you rest, remember that Jesus is with you and those whom you encounter along the journey.

Remember your Holy Spirit family during these months. Come to be nourished for witness and service. Come to serve Jesus in word and deed.

 

Clifton D. Eshbach,

Pastor

 

Save the Date!

 

September 23-Talents and Time in Stewardship Today

We welcome the Rev. Rob Blezard, Assistant to the Bishop, who will discuss stewardship trends, during our annual pledge campaign.

 

September 30- Worship: Our Central Action

We learn about and develop our appreciation for the time we spend in worship of God.  This class, lasting  into October, will take us step by step through an understanding of our Lutheran liturgy.

 

 

Saturday, September 29 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Blessing of the Animals at 12 Noon

• KPETS Keystone Pet Enhanced Therapy Services
• Personalized Greyhounds
• Spinners & Weavers Lancaster Co.
• United Disabilities Services
• Vision Corps
• Free Goodie Bag
• Refreshments (for pets and people)
• Photo Booth
• Door Prizes
• Tours of the church

Bring your pet and join your neighbors as we celebrate our pets and the love they give us. Leashes, harnesses and/or crates are required for pets.