Trinity United Methodist Danville Pennsylvania

“Making Disciples of Jesus Christ for the Transformation of Danville and the World”

JULY 2011

Fisher Cruz Woll's Baptism

OUR GRADUATES

High School Graduates

Rachel Defrain, daughter of Ronald & Judy

Defrain

Larissa Cromley, daughter of Glen & Lori Cromley

Sarah Diehl, daughter of Larry & Heather Diehl

Megan Fanelli, daughter of Greg & Lori Fanelli

Rachel Ovelman, daughter of Dale & Kim Ovelman

Lauren Santucci, daughter of Craig & Michelle Santucci

Janessa Nichols, daughter of Dwayne Nichols

College & Advanced Degrees

Bryan Holmes, BS, Business Management Economics,

Empire State College, SUNY.

Joel D. Holmes, BS, Computer Science, Univ. of Pittsburgh.

Alyssa Newman, BS, Nursing, York College of PA.

Jason A. Vognetz, BS, Health Physics, Bloomsburg Univer-

sity.

Kate Decker, MS, Health Science, Lock Haven University

Physician Assistant Program. She also passed the national

boards to become a certified PA.

Stephanie Frasca, PhD, Human Development & Family

Studies, Penn State University.

Sasha Gregory, MS, Education, Penn State University

Elaine Seward, MA, Film & Electronic Media, American

University

“If you continue in my word, you are

truly my disciples;

and you will know the truth, and the

truth will make you free.”

John 8:31b-32

Greetings in the Name of Jesus:

Independence Day here in the United States of

America celebrates the signing of the Declaration of

Independence in 1776. Among the tyrannies from

which the colonists declared themselves free were

commercial exploitation, arbitrary government by

remote control, taxation without representation, and

the like.

Independent nationhood, of course, implies also

freedom for something – freedom for a country to

determine its own affairs, freedom for the citizens to

make a decent living, to educate their children, to

pursue happiness, and to worship God.

Freedom’s fight for something continues today.

Citizen groups work for civil rights. It is good when

people come out of the shell of indifference– or the

“I don’t want to be involved” spirit – and show

concern for what is socially, politically, and morally

right.

As Christians we are the beneficiaries of another

freedom, the freedom from the curse of the Law, the

power of sin, the fear of death. This freedom Jesus

Christ gained for us at great cost to himself – it cost

him his life.

Thanks to Christ’s work of redemption, we are freed

for something: free to hear and follow his Word, free

to serve him. He tells us, “If you continue in my word,

you are my disciples; and you will know the truth

and the truth will make you free.” (John 8:31b-32)

Cont. pg 2

Annual Conference this year was very busy. We had elections for General and northeastern jurisdiction Conferences for clergy and laity. Joan Baxter was elected for Northeastern Jurisdiction Conference as an alternate. Joan is in her 29th year s a lay delegate for annual conference. Barb is in her eighth year. Our call to conference was lead by our Bishop Jane Allen Middleton on June 8. She spoke of our theme this year “The River Flows” and reminded us of the power of the river, from which our conference takes its name; to nourish and transform just as God’s presence in our lives nurtures and transforms. We were introduced to our speaker, Rev. Adam Hamilton from the United Methodist Church of the Resurrec-tion (COR) in Kansas City, Kansas. He spoke to us on three day sessions; of qualities and practices of effective leaders in our church. Preaching and worship, lay speakers, Sunday School Teachers, missions, evangelism, and the nuts and bolts of making disciples and what’s great about being a United Methodist. He also told us that each member of COR was praying for our churches pastors and congregations for the annual conference for the past 30 days! We were glad to be at Conference knowing Andrew Burd-Harris (one of our own) was being ordained as a minister on Saturday afternoon. He is serving at Hetlerville/Mifflinville Charge, as their minister. It would be really nice if the people in our congregation would send him a card on his accomplishment! His address is: PO Box U, Mifflinville PA 18631-4410 If you would like to hear more about Annual Conference you can go to the website: www.susumc.org Your Conference Lay Delegates: Joan Baxter and Barb Barron

Notes from the Pastor cont from page 1:

with this freedom comes responsibility, as the Apostle

Paul tells us: “For freedom Christ has set us free. Stand

firm, therefore, and do not submit again to a yoke of

slavery.” (Galatians 5:1)

As we celebrate this Independence Day let us remem-

ber that if we are truly disciples of Jesus Christ we will

be about the business of making more disciples of Je-

sus for the transformation of Danville and the world.

See you on Sunday.

God Bless You;

Pastor Ron

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PRAYER CONCERNS &

CONGRATULATIONS

Health Concerns: Betty Mong, Helen Zerbe, John Decker, Margaret Franklin, Emma Jean Jordan, Dottie Barnhart, Sam Marrow, Ray Shutt, Our Sympathies: We mourn the loss of Grace Fisher, a member of Trinity on June 7th; and Sara Kathryn Getty on June 17th. Congratulations: John and Darcy Deeker June1st , celebrated 26 years of marriage! We Rejoice With Kristi &Eric Nevel on the birth of their daughter, Catlin Marie born May 28th New members Join Us: John Bausch, Linda Rea, Tammy Kashner, Clair Kashner, David Walker, Emily Walker, Leighann English, Gary English

KITCHEN INVENTORY!! We are in the process of taking an inventory of the kitchen. If you borrowed an item from the church, please return it by July 10. Several items are missing, including a 4 quart crock pot. Maxine also reports that there are numerous dishes and pans in the kitchen that do not belong to the church. If you are missing a pie or cake pan, you might want to check the kitchen.

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FELLOWSHIP HOUR:

There will be NO Fellowship Hour for the months of: July and August. Fellowship Hour will resume in September. Thanks to everyone who helped Maxine Mingle this past year—your assistance was greatly appreciated. Have a great summer!

COOKBOOK UPDATE:

Thank you to all who shared their favorite recipes for our cookbook. The re-sponse was amazing –

total of 449 recipes!

The book has now gone to the publisher and should be available by mid-August. A special thanks to those who worked tirelessly to make it all

possible. In addition to working with the group on planning and design, Marysue Christian headed up the recipe collection; Diane Long took care of publicity and first proofing; Karen Lesher and Donna Hersh did second proofing and Barbie Barron managed the pre-order process and finances. Others on the committee who provided valuable input were: Joan Baxter, Chris Bialecki and Joyce Shoop. Great job, ladies! We trust that the proceeds from this endeavor will be a blessing to those in need through the mis-sion projects of the Trinity United Methodist Women. Cindy Elder, Chairperson

THANK YOU the do-nations and shoppers at the annual youth yard sale!! We profited $742.80 !!

Have you ever wondered what is done with the stuff that doesn’t sell? Well, this year a good amount was donated on— to be sent to Haiti. It was exciting to us to be able to pack up items that would be sent to continue the efforts of getting Haiti back on their feet. The other items that were left over after the sale were donated to Good Samaritan and Salva-tion Army for their use. We truly appreciate the support you give us to do this yard sale each year!! MISSION: A group of youth will be going on retreat July 14-17 in Lancaster to do some mission work and team building activities. Please look for the sign-up sheet on the bulle-tin board for food items that are needed for the trip.

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CHICKEN

BARBEQUE to benefit the building

debt reduction

Sponsored by the United Methodist Men’s Group

August 20, 2011 2 pm to 6 pm

Eat-in or takeout

¼ Barbeque Chicken by Marlin Hummel

Potato Salad Baked Beans Cabbage Slaw Bun w/butter

Desert

Cost $7.50

In July we will be with only the 8:00 am service on July 10th and 24th We can always use more people—playing instruments, singing—we also need people to help with the soundboard and help plan the

songs. Whatever your age, whatever your talent, if you have gifts to share—

JOIN US!!! We meet on Wednesdays 7:00 pm for Practice during the Summer—when the Choir is back (late August) practice moves to Tuesdays at 7:00 pm COME JOIN US!!!! Also—any comments, suggestions and opinions are encouraged, please share your thoughts with us! Remember Trinity Church, this is Your Praise and Worship Team— :0) Blessings Debbie

Our children will be selling lemonade and baked goods to raise money to support orphans in Zimbabwe. They will be working with ZOE Ministry, a relief agency working in Africa. Their Orphan Empowerment model helps orphans embrace a future of self-reliance filled with dignity and hope. ZOE Ministry received a grant from UM-COR, which reflects the commitment of the UM Church to reach out to the most vulnerable people in the world. To support our efforts, stop by our lemonade/bake sale stand on July 8 or 29! Donations of baked goods or mixes (cake, cookie, brownie) or powered lemonade are also welcome. We will keep you posted on our progress with our mission. Field trips to Half Way Dam, BTE and PPL Lake on also on the schedule this month. The children will learn about oceans, USA vacation destinations and how God blesses America. News from our Staff:

We sadly say goodbye to our Assistant Director, Amy Cram. Amy has accepted a position with Apple Dentistry in Muncy. We wish Amy all the best in her new job. Amanda Hooper, nursery teacher, also recently left Trinity Childcare. We welcome Melissa Stine as the new Assistant Director and Jen Anderson, a new teacher in our school-age room. We are excited that Randi Wilson has accepted a full- time position in our Dragonfly room and will co-teach with Rebecca Neyhard. Please keep Ray Shutt, Alicia’s father, and Deb Watkins, Allie’s mother, in your prayers.

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DAY TRIP to WOMEN’S DIVISION in NYC

Thursday October 13, 2011

Come join Lewisburg District United Methodist Women for a fall bus trip to visit Women’s Division in New York City. Meet and talk with the women there who lead

United Methodist Women. The date is Thursday October 13, 2011.

The bus will leave the Catawese bus garage in Shamokin at 5:40 am; Country Cupboard in Lewisburg at 6:00 am; Big Lots in Bloomsburg at 6:30 am and Wendy’s at I-80 and Rt. 309 at 7:00 am. We will make a dinner/shopping stop at the South Street Seaport in NYC on the way home. Leaving NYC about 7:00pm and arriving home between 10:00and 11:00 pm. There will be no stops on the way into the city. You may pack any food and drinks you wish to take along. The bus has a

bathroom. There is a cafeteria at the church center for lunch.

The trip is open to anyone (men and women) who would like to join us to learn more about Women’s Division and to visit their headquarters.

The cost will be $45 for the bus including tips. Lunch and dinner are on your own. For a reservation form contact: Gayla Jean Horn gaylajeanhorn@aol.com 150 Knights Drive Bloomsburg, PA 17815 570-784-5236

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JULY BIRTHDAYS

July 1 Darlene Swope July 20 Nicole Burke July 1 Mary Pascavage July 20 David M. Curran July 2 Tina Detweiler July 20 Betty Elmes July 2 Fisher Woll July 20 Sarah Overholt July 3 Cassandra Cook July 21 Charles Howell July 3 Tonya Laskoski July 21 Charles Huber July 3 William Petersen July 21 Richard Philipkoski July 5 William Beyer Sr. July 22 Erica Minner July 5 Macon Patrick July 22 Eric Nevel July 7 Dale Faust July 22 Elizabeth Nevius July 7 Anthony Santucci July 22 Linda Shoop July 7 Megan Wertman July 23 Mary Ditty July 9 Barbara Anzman July 23 Denise French July 9 Janice Johns July 23 Dan Harris July 9 Robert Pratt July 24 Patricia Diehl July 9 Harry Stump July 24 Natalyn English July 9 Emily Walker July 25 Lisa Boudeman July 11 Michael Enright July 25 Nancy English July 12 Karen Griffin July 25 William Tyler July 12 David Walker July 26 Jamie Hall July 12 Jeffrey Watkins July 26 Tanya Hulsizer July 12 Brian Welliver July 26 Joshua Reinaker July 14 James Creasy July 27 Phillip Mensch July 14 Susan Habermehl July 27 Dorothy Stump July 14 Diane Long July 28 Darwin Ditty July 17 Abigail Thomas July 28 Dalton Stump July 17 W. Edward Wood July 29 Charles Erlston July 18 Laurie English July 29 Lily Romig July 18 Leighnann English July 30 Barbara Costella July 19 Joseph Disabella July 30 Gary Heddings July 19 Sandra Reabuck July 30 Grady Jones July 19 Linda Reinaker July 31 Donna McKenna July 20 Carole Burke

SAY CHEESE It’s time for the church/childcare directory to be done! This directory will have our church family on one side and when you flip it over you’ll also have a child-care directory. Photography dates will be Monday, July 25, Tuesday, July 26 and Tuesday, August 9. Scheduling can begin immediately online (Monday-Friday) at www.ucdir.com. The church code is PA493 and the password is: trinity . We will

also have scheduling at church Sunday mornings beginning June 27th through July 17th. SEE INSERT

Please make every effort to have your photo done for the directory. Each family will receive a complimentary 8X10 portrait and directory. There will also be opportunity to purchase additional photos (of course!). The nice thing is, we already have the price list for the additional photo-graphs so it won’t be a surprise the night of your sitting! The price list will be posted in the lobby with the Sunday photo schedules. Did you know you can even have your family pet photographed with you?

Any further questions or for help with scheduling, contact Tammy Seybert at 437-3425 or tlseybert@verison.net

JULY ANNIVERSARIES

July 1 Harry & Dorothy Stump July 4 Bill & Dottie Rohrbach July 4 Larry & Peggie Warntz July 5 Harry & Verna Everett July 5 Paul & Carole Semo July 5 Jason & Helen Vognetz July 6 Jay & Becky Drumheller July 6 Karl & Christine Smith July 8 Gary & Bonnie Kurtz July 11 Warren & Donna Hersh July 11 Brian & Joyce Shoop July 12 Donald & Mary Pascavage July 14 Kevin & Amy Cram July 19 Dave & Barb Barron July 19 James & Kathleen Creasy July 21 Jordan & Kelsey Winter July 25 Charles & Betty Ann Huber July 27 Shane & Kristy Craig July 28 James & Wendi Romig July 29 James & Mary Smith

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8:00am

July 3 Greeters: Verna & Leigh Ann Everett, Rainy Fausnaught

July 10 Greeters: Rob & Sue Huber, Elsie Snyder, George Ackley

July 17 Greeters: Mike & Julie Enright July 24 Greeters: Margaret Gerst & Mary Hans

10:30am Greeters & Ushers for July: Marlin & Jean Hummel, Linda Becker, Barb Cooper, Wealthy Shutt, Sam Morrow July 3 Worship Leader: Allison Spencer Nursery: Mary Sue Christian & Judy McCormick Driver: Dick Johns

July 10 Worship Leader: David Robinson Nursery: Rebecca Howe, Brad Whitney Driver: Harry Lesher

July 17 Worship Leader: Judy McCormick Nursery: Kim Ovelman & Sara Diehl Driver: Richard Hunsinger

July 24 Worship Leader: Dona Seward Nursery: Richardson Family Driver: Dave Barron July 31 Worship Leader: Bryan Holmes Nursery: Driver: Harry Lesher

DEBT

REDUCTION

The Building debt has been

pal payment in the amount of $4,000. was made June 16th. NOTE: Effective July 1st, the interest rate is reduced from 6% to 5.25%, which means more funds can be devoted to paying down the principal!!!! Thank you all for your contin-ued support!

Meetings In July

Worship Team: July 11 7:00pm Child Care Team: July 12 6:30pm

Summer Vacation

We may take a summer vacation from our work, but God does not. Our ministries still continue and we need your support! While you are on vacation, please consider mailing your gifts in your offering

Congregational Care Team for JULY — Alison Spencer, Elaine Willard

SPRC Team: July 13 7:00pm

pre-addressed envelopes. May God’s work will continue!!

reduced to $892,000. A princi- (Ad Hoc) SPRC: July 6 7:00pm

Vacation Bible School July 18th - 21st from 6-8PM! Walking with Jesus in Dicsipleship

Come join us beginning July 18th at 6pm for:

- Skits

- Crafts

- Songs

- Snacks

- Fun and Fellowship!

Volunteers are asked to attend the pre-VBS meeting to be held on July 11th at 7PM at the church in the Kalidescope classroom to review class assignments, enrollment numbers and overall Order of Events for each night. If you are unable to attend this session, please contact

David or Emily Walker or Kelly Myers to coordinate review/receipt of this important information.

Parents - Please remember to register your child for VBS today!!! All are welcome.

Volunteers for teachers are still needed, so please sign up or contact Dave Walker or Kelly Myers if you’re able.

Dave Walker - dlw5065@gmail.com, 814-441-9690 Kelly Myers - (570) 271-1992

Emily Walker - ejw345@gmail.com, 570-951-6001

Pastor BIBLE Study

INVITATION

TO

PSALMS

Is a 10 week class on Thursdays : Beginning September 8th — Ending November 17th (no class October 6th) TWO classes —- AM 10—11:30 PM 7—8:30 Sign-up on the bulletin board—cost is $10 for each participant book. (NOTE: Each class limited to 12 participants)

Author Michael Jinkins “This study invites us to engage the Psalms at the deepest levels of our hearts, where God’s faithfulness confronts the most challenging aspects of our lives, compelling us to ask, ‘How long, O LORD? Will you hide yourself for-ever?’ (Psalm 89), and in the same breath pray, ‘Great is the LORD and greatly to be praised’ (Psalm 48)”

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Sunday Morning Schedule

Worship Services at 8:00 & 10:30am

Sunday School for all Ages at 9:00am

July 10th and 24th Praise and Worship will be at the 8:00 service

Church Office Hours Monday, Wednesday, Thursday

9:00am-4:00pm Friday 9:00 am—3:00 pm

Office email:

trinity.secretary@verizon.net

SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

1 8:00pm Al-anon

Office Closed

2

3 4 Office Closed

5 8:30am quilters

6 7:00pm ad-hoc

SPRC meeting

7:00pm P/W Pct

7 8 8:00pm Al-anon

9 8:30am women’s

breakfast

10 11 7:00pm pre-VBS meeting 7:00pm Worship

Team

12 8:30am quilters 6:30 Childcare team

13 7:00pm SPRC

Team

7:00pm P/W Pct

14 7:00pm Prayer Study

15 8:00pm Al-anon

16

17 Youth Retreat

cont.

18 19 8:30am quilters

20 7:00pm P/W Pct

21

22 8:00pm Al-anon

23

24 25 2:30-9:00 Direc-tory Photos

7:00pm Trustee Team

26 8:30am quilters 2:30-9:00 Direc-tory Photos

27 7:00pm P/W Pct

28 7:00pm Prayer Study

29 8:00pm Al-anon

30 FH in use

31

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July 14-17 YOUTH RETREAT

July 18—21 ————-VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL 6-

Trinity United Methodist Church

306 Lombard Avenue

Danville, PA 17821

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Non-Profit Organization

Danville, PA 17821

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I N S I D E T H I S I S S U E :

Pastors Notes 1-2

Graduates 1

Prayers & Praise 2

News & Notes 3-4

Youth News 4

Childcare Ministry 5

Worship Assistants 7

Birthdays/Anniversaries 6

Vacation Bible School 8

July Calendar 9

Photo Directory Insert insert

Trinity UMC, Danville

(570) 275-1255

Website: www.tumcdan.org

Church e:mail: trinity.secretary@verizon.net

Rev. Ronald French, Pastor

Parsonage Phone: (570) 275-1427

email: rfrench@susumc.org

TRINITY TIMES—is a Monthly Newsletter

Newsletter e-mail: trinity.newsletter306@gmail.com

Items need to be in by the 15th of the Month!

Bishop of the Susquehanna Conference: Jane Allen Middleton

Lewisburg District Superintendent: Thomas L. Salsgiver

Ministers: Congregation Lay Leader: Brad Bason

Pastor: Ronald S. French Director of Music: Kathy Myers

Minister of Visitation: C. Rayvon Hilliard Children’s Choir Director: Gwynne Saxon

Director of Youth Ministry: Tammy Seybert Administrative Assistant: Jill Fodness

Director of ChildCare Ministry: Cathy Esworthy Office Assistant: Debbie Lewellen