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Did you know that those words "do not fear" appear in the Bible 365 times? God knows we need that daily reminder, especially during difficult times. We know and trust that God is with us. We also know and trust that we will remain connected as a church family as best we can in these difficult days. Let us uplift each other in prayer! May the peace of God which passes all understanding, keep your hearts and minds in the knowledge and love of God, and may the blessing God almighty, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, remain with you always. Amen.
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IT'S HAPPENING AT CAMP HILL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
PEACE & GLOBAL WITNESS SPECIAL OFFERING Thank you for participating in this special offering using the "Building a More Just and Peaceful World" envelopes. You will be joining Presbyterians across the globe to purse what makes for peace. One fourth will support Domestic Violence Services in Cumberland & Perry Counties.
SAVE THE DATE! On Sunday, October 12, at noon, the Presbyterian women will hold their fall gathering! There will be a light lunch, fun and fellowship. Amy Starr, the guest speaker, will tell how Paxton Ministries serves the community. Get your tickets by donating $2! Contact Peggy Heiss, 717.732.4410, with any questions. Thank you!
CHRISTMAS EVE: Join us this Christmas Eve at 4:30 p.m. for One Night in Bethlehem, a joyful, no-rehearsal pageant where we’ll share the wonder of Jesus’ birth together. We are looking for adult volunteers to help bring the story to life—whether by wearing a simple costume, reading a part, or assisting behind the scenes. If you’d like to participate, please contact Hannah at dce@thechpc.com Thank you!
Interim Pastor Search Update With assistance from the Carlisle Presbytery, the CHPC Staff Commission has interviewed several local pastors with special training to serve as interim pastor, to work with our transition team, and to mentor the congregation during the search for an installed pastor. Once a strong candidate is agreed upon, the Staff Commission will recommend their choice to Session for approval. The interim pastor search process is underway, but could still take weeks to months depending on applicants and their availability. As soon as all the necessary hiring steps are completed for an interim pastor, there will be another update. In the meantime, our future Sunday worship services will be led by a variety of local pastors, including some names familiar to our congregation. We’re grateful for the service of the Reverend Don Potter and Commissioned Ruling Elder candidate Beth Fine, who have been filling our pulpit since July and will continue to do so in the coming weeks.
Church Office Closed: Oct. 13th and 17th.
Presbyterian Women is once again collecting new or slightly used blankets for Downtown Daily Bread's (DDB) Shelter and also body wash (no bar soap), shampoo and body lotion. You can put items in the plastic container marked DDB under the steps and it will be delivered. They much appreciate our mission in supporting them. Thanks to all who donate!
The Mission Team will host a Fair on Sunday October 5 in Fellowship Hall for the congregation to meet several of the organizations receiving our Philanthropic Fund Distributions. Each participating recipient will have a table with information and will be prepared to answer questions regarding the services offered and their current needs. Please make plans to attend to learn how we help in the community.
Supper Club: Are you interested in getting together once a month, as your schedule allows? If so, join us for Dessert on Friday October 3 at 6:30PM at Dave and Vonny Getz’s, 810 Anthony Drive, Mechanicsburg, to talk about how we can make this happen. Let’s get together to brainstorm how we can make a supper club happen. Please email vonnygetz1260@gmail.com or text 717-576-7589 to let us know you’re interested!
Sign Up for Greeters: The Membership Team is seeking volunteers to be Greeters for Sunday mornings. Please consider volunteering your time. The responsibilities for a Greeter are to welcome folks as they come into the door and to help collect the offering. Sign up by contacting Judy Thompson at 717-364-7869. Thank you!