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The Parkesburg Baptist Church Newsletter Volume 24 September 2011

Welcome Back Alaska Mission Team

Pictures provided by: Josh Weaver

Sermons for the month of September 2011

September 4
LABOR DAYCOMMUNION JOYFUL FELLOWSHIP IN THE WORD! Scripture: I John 1: 1-4

September 11
CHRISTIANS HAVE A CHOICELIGHT OR DARKNESS! Scripture: I John 1: 5-7

September 18
THE WORLD HAS A CHOICELIGHT OR DARKNESS! Scripture: I John 1: 8-10

September 25 FORGIVENESS IS SERIOUS BUSINESS!

Scripture: I John 1-10
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PASTORAL REFLECTIONS Ephesians 4:3-6

Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace. There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called to one hope when you were called; one Lord, one faith, one baptism; one God and Father of all, who is over all and through all and in all. Here, the Apostle Paul tells us what makes us great as a church of Jesus Christ. Our oneness and our closeness through Christ has been our goal during this 125th anniversary year. Our mission trips to Mexico and Alaska brought about a real bonding of being His servants. Our actual celebration on April 30th and May 1st brought us closer together through the programs and our historical booklet, His Story of Parkesburg Baptist Church!

We continue to keep growing closer in Jesus as we seek to be a vital and growing congregation in our envision conference on September 23rd & 24th. Our goal is to bring all of Gods people together on October 16th with Point of Grace and Bob Lenz. Lest we forget we need to pray for the enemies that existed after 9/11/01 as we remember the Tenth anniversary on Sunday 9/11/11. ONE As the soot and dirt and ash rained down, we became one color. As we carried each other down the stairs of the burning building, we became one class. As we lit candles of waiting and hope, we became one generation. As the firefighters and police officers fought their way into the inferno, we became one gender. As we fell to our knees in prayer for strength, we became one faith. As we whispered or shouted words of encouragement, we spoke one language. As we gave our blood in lines a mile long, we became one body. As we mourned together the great loss, we became one family. As we cried tears of grief and loss, we became one soul. As we retell with pride of the sacrifice of heroes, we become one people. We are one color, one class, one generation, one gender, one faith, one language, one body, one family, one soul, one people. We are the power of one. We are united. We are America. Yours and His,

SUNDAY NURSERY 9:00 AM12;00 PM Cathy Pisch JUNIOR CHURCH Movie Sept. 11 Deanna Blevins Sept. 25

Sept. 4 Sept. 18

Deanna Blevins Sandy Syphard

SPECIAL ACKNOWLEDGMENTS Thank youDear Parkesburg Baptist Church, Thank you so much for my graduation gift bag. I apologize for not being able to attend promotion Sunday, but I had to work. Thank you for thinking of me on this special day. Rachael Young. Dear church family, I just wanted to say thank you to everyone that helped me move to my new home. If it wasnt for your help, I would still be trapped in an abusive marriage instead of free to live my life as I want and deserve. I am so glad that I found Parkesburg Baptist Church. Sincerely, Kim Bunting
CONGRATULATIONS TO TINA MYERS From The American Cancer Society Kimberly Brydges, Income Development representative, East Central Division Hey Everyone, I just wanted to take a moment to recognize Tina Myers, our wonderful registration chair, who has been chosen by the Southeast Region Board of Directors to receive a 2011 Volunteer Achievement Award!!! Volunteer Achievement Awards are given to individuals "to acknowledge a high level of contribution to the mission and goals of the American Cancer Society." This is a great achievement for Tina, and a really big honor for the Relay For Life of LanChester as well! Please join me in congratulating Tina on her outstanding contributions.

*The His-Story of Parkesburg Baptists 125th anniversary books can be purchased at $10

each by the community

CHURCH WOMENS NEWS

ATTENTION: Our womens society is have a kitchen shower for the church during the month of September. Dish detergent, wash cloths, S.O.S., baggies, saran wrap, hand sanitizer, salt & pepper, paper towels, etc., are always welcomed. Just leave the items in the kitchen. Thank you all. SEPTEMBER CIRCLE MEETINGS September 13th6:30 PM September 13th12:00 PM Hope CircleHostess Diane Palmer Covered Dish Faith/Love CircleCrane Hall HostessMary Pongracz & Ellen Brehm

FROM THE CHURCH OFFICE: We have been upgrading our system during the last few months. We have experienced some difficulty with the old program for the birthday and anniversary calendar changing over. If your birthday and/or anniversary are not listed in the monthly newsletter, please let Pastor or Thelma know.

COMING EVENT Pastor Bob will be offering a Discipleship/Membership/Baptism class during Sunday School for adults and older youth starting on September 25th. Baptism will occur on November 20th. ANNUAL TEL HAI RETIREMENT COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVE! Thursday, September 15th 9AM-3PM at Chapel Auditorium, 1200 Tel Hai Circle, Honey Brook, PA. For an appointment, call or email: Linda Livingood at 610-273-9333 X2005 or llivingood@telhai.org
October 16 3-6:00 PM 125th church anniversary celebration at the newly remodeled auditorium of Octorara High School with Point of Grace musicians and Bob Lenz as Speaker. The Cost$5 per person

MILITARY PERSONNEL FOR THE MONTH (Please send a card thanking them for their service) Capt. Todd Moulder 402 Watson Street Monterey, CA 93940 ******** DIRECTORY UPDATES Suzanne Wiggins Ware Presbyterian Village 7 E. Locust Street Oxford, PA 19363

Kevin & Tina Wilson 4058 E. Newport Road Kinzers, PA 17535 717-407-5245 Lee &Helena Fulmer 4 Paradise Lane Paradise, PA 17562 1-717-687-6927 (as of Sept. 1st)

COMMUNITY OUTREACH NEEDS

Food Cupboard needs: cereal, canned fruit, fruit juices, meaty soups, canned meats (tuna, chicken, ham, spam, beef stew), toothbrushes, toothpaste, bath soap and bath products, toilet paper, paper towels, laundry soap, or cash donations so we can buy needed items. A collection tub is in Crane hall or see Suzanne Graybeal. All help given to those in need in our community is greatly appreciated.

Announcement: Garden Spot Promotions PRESENTS A Night of Music, Saturday, December 31, 2011 - 6PM at Shady Maple Banquet Hall, 129 Toddy Drive, East Earl, Pa 17519, BUFFET STYLE DINNER - TRIBUTE QT, * TALLEY TRIO following intermission: CHARLOTTE RITCHIE * DIXIE MELODY BOYS QT. Tickets: Reserved: $49 Children 4-10 $17 - Phone: 717-626-7505 or email: www.gardenspotpromotions.com or see Joan Miller. Digital Newsletter: If you would like to receive the monthly newsletter via e-mail please visit www.parkesburgbaptist.org/subscribe, click on Monthly Newsletter, and there you will be able to subscribe and unsubscribe. We currently offer two methods of delivery. To be environmentally-friendly, we would prefer the option of email. Please note this will stop the paper mailing to you (snail mail). If you have any questions or concerns please contact the church.

YOUTH SCHEDULE BYF COMING EVENTS Sept. 3 Sept. 11 Sept. 18 Sept. 25 Sat. 7:00 AM Sunday 5-7:00 PM Sunday 5-7:00 PM Sunday 5-7:00 PM Boating with the Bless Family BYF BYF BYF

********** MISSION PROJECT

The Bible talks about how we need to enter the mission field. It is not talking about all of us becoming missionaries, but the ministry we enter into in our own mission field of life every day. Parkesburg Baptist Church is adopting a night at the Parkesburg Point. We along with other churches in our community we will come alongside the Point and be in ministry together. What this involves is providing a meal for 50 to 70 youth and adults each night, giving a 30 minute devotional, spending time with the youth, and most important of all praying. Starting September 20th we will be adopting the 3rd Tuesday of each month as the Parkesburg Baptist Night at the Point. Rusty Hertzler will be heading this up. Anyone interested in helping cook a meal or volunteering their time can contact him. Together lets strengthen our local mission and grow as brothers and sisters in Christ. Please sign up for donations and help at the Crane Hall kitchen. ************* AN INVITATION TO: Scriptures Interpreted Through Floral Designs: Presented by: Ronda Stauffer Oberholtzer at Tel Hai Chapel, Honey Brook, Pa. Tuesday, September 13, 2011 at 7:00 P.M. ANNOUNCEMENT: Tom Clarke will be participating in his 22nd consecutive MS 150 Bike to the Bay on September 24th & 25th from Dover to Rehoboth Beach to raise money for the MS Society. If you are interested in supporting Tom, please contact him for details.

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PRESS RELEASE 10 16 11
CELEBRATION AND CHALLENGE Parkesburg Baptist Church, 103 West Street, Parkesburg, PA. concluding its 125th Anniversary Celebration, along with the Central Union Association of American Baptist Churches, will host a special event of celebration and challenge. Point of Grace, the internationally known musical group of three beautiful ladies - Shelley Breen, Leigh Cappillino, and Denise Jones, along with the internationally known speaker, Bob Lenz, will provide an afternoon of music and inspiration at Octorara High School auditorium, 228 Highland Avenue, Atglen, PA. 19310 on October 16, 2011, from 3 6 PM. MUSICAL CELEBRATION Point of Grace is three women who have a deep faith in Jesus and love of country, and are very family-oriented. While they are proud and extremely grateful for their impressive success and lasting careers, they are first and foremost simply three women who are trying to live their lives right, be good wives, and raise their children the best they can. While remaining true to their contemporary Christian roots, Point of Grace is now poised to reach a new audience with their new album, No Changin' Us, allowing the female trio to share their message of love and positivity with more people than ever, and we are excited to have them. SPIRITUAL INSPIRATION Author and international speaker, Bob Lenz, has an intense passion to share the love of Christ. Whether for an audience of 10 or 10,000, Bob connects with the hearts and minds of youth like no other speaker can. He shares experiences that help youth of all ages deal with real life while igniting their faith, instilling hope and challenging them to make a difference in their world, and we are thrilled to have him. Tickets are $5.00 per person. Please contact Pastor Bob Coats, Pastor of Parkesburg Baptist Church, for tickets at bdcoats@verizon.net or calling 484-459-9185. Since this will be a sold out event, groups of tickets must be sold by October 2. For more information go to www.parkesburgbaptist.org. (Oh, by the way, Bob Lenz will share on Compassion International during that Sunday's Parkesburg Baptist morning worship at 10:30 A.M.)

125th ANNIVERSARY OF PARKESBURG BAPTIST CHURCH 2011 CENTRAL UNION ASSOCIATION RALLY OCTOBER 16, 2011, 3 6 PM POINT OF GRACE

BOB LENZ

OCTORARA HIGH SCHOOL AUDITORIUM 228 HIGHLAND AVENUE ATGLEN, PA 19310 DOORS WILL OPEN AT 2 PM TICKETS - $5.00 / PERSON Please contact Pastor Bob Coats for tickets and more information ASAP at bdcoats@verizon.net or call 484-459-9185. Since this will be a sold out event, groups of tickets must be sold by October 2, 2011.

125th ANNIVERSARY OF PARKESBUG BAPTIST CHURCH 2011 CENTRAL UNION ASSOCIATION RALLY OCTOBER 16, 2011 3-6 PMOCTORARA HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL CELEBRATION AND INSPRIATION WITH POINT OF GRACE AND BOB LENZ

Edna Alberger 716 West Second Avenue Parkesburg, PA 19365 Hannah Anderson Hickory House 3120 Horseshoe Pike Honey Brook, PA 19344 Horace Bannon Tel Hai Nursing Center P.O. Box 190 Honey Brook, PA 19344 Pam Christner Pembrook Health & Rehab Center 1130 West Chester Pike West Chester, Pa 19380 Amber Clark 1447 Telegraph Road Honey Brook, PA 19344 Marye Cochran 1526 Springfield Court Jamison, PA 18929 215-491-5229 Clint English Bancroft Neuro Health 6 Commissioners PK APT. 10 P.O. Box 367 Mullica Hill, NJ 08062 Russell Farra Hickory House 3120 Horseshoe Pike Honey Brook, PA 19344 Jim Haldeman 1239 Old Wilmington Road Pomeroy, PA 19367 Mary Louise Henry Ashbridge Manor apt 437 971 E. Lancaster Avenue Dowingtown, PA 19336 Kevin Lawrence Silver Stream Nursing Home 905 Pennllyn Pike Springhouse, PA 19477

Shut Ins
Harold Mendenhall Ware Presbyterian Village 7 E. Locust Street Oxford, PA 19363 Isabel Needham Tel Hai P. O. Box 190 Honey Brook, PA 19344 Marge Read 980 Fallowfield Road Atglen, PA 19310 Robert Roussey P.O. Box 190 Honey Brook, PA 19344 Ray Simmers 48 Wisteria Court New Holland, PA 17557 La Velle Smith Hickory House 3120 Horseshoe Pike Honey Brook, PA 19344 Rev. Dr. Lynn Vanderhoof 129 Peters Court Coatesville, PA 19320-2761 Don & Bette Weaver Freedom Village 1153 Freedom Blvd. West Brandywine, PA 19320 Suzanne Wiggins Ware Presbyterian Village 7 E Locust Street Oxford, PA 19363 Don & Polly Wolfe Pocopson Home P.O. Box 2747 West Chester, PA 19380-19382 Barbara Young Tel Hai P.O. Box 190 Honey Brook, PA 19344

PARKESBURG BAPTIST PRAYER REQUESTS SPECIAL REQUESTS

Alvin Williams Jr., William Jones Alma & Dick Thomas, Marge Meli, Mildred Pucky Lynch James Weaver, Douglas Weaver Becky McBride, Meg Horn, the Lapp Family Dianna Simmons, Meg, Judy Doughty Lorraine DeHaven Doris Moody Bob & Denise Tomey, Gary Cervantes Brian Graybeal, Scott Crane Charlotte Rozell Chasity Ryder Dolores Kapes Jarrett Kolpak John Hawk Sue Pluck, Bill Meckley Abby Davis Brenda Mattson, Richard Farra Gwen Logans, Robie Logans, Audrey Kickuskie, Joe Stirling Jamie Miller, Elizabeth M isner Lloyd Mullens Ed Finn & Son Rita Mundy, Pam & Jose Munoz, Rudy & Alice Spina LeAnne Jamison . Deb Babich, Sharon Madonna Bill Meckly, Michel Sawdey Michael Havens, Bill Beveridge Evelyn Cullingford Payton Howell Heather Rineer Linda Werner Debbie Robinson Will Taylor The Osborn family, Terry Osborn Beth Simpson Moore David Syphard, Dorcus Syphard Jim Davis, Chad Beiler, Eleanor Frey, Dave Brooker , Dale & Melissa Kessler Jeff Kingsley Tim Peotter, Fred Tyson Jr., Bev. Ely Jeff Walton Jr. Mark Wilson, Jack Wilson Damon Scott Jr., Damon Scott IV, Lauran Cox

REQUESTERS
Barry & Doris Aberts Edna Alberger Shirley & Bob Altizer Bill & Bobbi Cross Community Out Reach Tom & Carol English The Finnegan family Lyle & Thelma Gillespie Suzanne & Bert Graybeal Ann Hart Rusty Hertzler Joe Kapes Eleanor Kolpak Kevin Lawrence Bob & Tamara Oswald Marlyn Markward Nancy & Sue Mattson Jamie McBride Ben & Joan Millers Karen & Steve Mullins Moose Mulvaney Debby Mundy Nan Needham Bob & Tamara Oswald Joy & Fred Pepperday Bob & Judy Reynolds John & Terri Rich Patsy Rineer Loretta Robinson Tim & Laurie Robinson Schempp Family Patricia Smith Vivian Spotts Sandy Syphard Bob & Anita Taylor Fred & Nancy Tyson Berry Wingert Jeff & Heather Walton Kevin & Tina Wilson Dana Young

The Mission of the Parkesburg Baptist Church is to accept and treat everyone as Jesus would; bring people to a personal relationship with Him; and disciple all believers to be Christs witnesses to the world.

Memory Verse: No one has ever seen God; but if we love one another,
God lives in us and his love is made complete in us.
I John 4:12