Sabbatical Send Off, Summer Camps, Women’s Bible Study
Dear Church Family,
Yesterday we concluded our “Renew” series on Sabbath, leading up to my summer Sabbatical (June 3-August 18). We dwelled on the gift that Sabbath Rest is…especially as shared by Jesus in Mark 2:27: “The Sabbath was made for man, not man for the Sabbath.”
In other words, God made Sabbath as a day of delight for humans. He did not make it as a drudgery for humans to have to endure. The intention of practicing Sabbath with and like Jesus is to form us into people who are non-anxious in an anxious world, rested in an exhausted culture, and generous in a selfish atmosphere. So, if you haven’t already, here’s the five basic tips to practice Sabbath delight with Jesus:
1. Identify a 12-24 hour block of time to rest
2. Prepare ahead of time for that time of rest
3. Make a Sabbath List of YES and NO
4. Write a list of delights
5. Make a list of ways you can give rest to others
And check out the Stillmeadow Lane Service and the York City Campus Service recordings.
I encourage you to follow the Daily Readings and Reflections. In a very real way, daily reading and prayer is a way to remember that Jesus is Lord of Rest.
Listen to what the Lord of the Sabbath says:
“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.” (Matthew 11:28-30)
The Main Announcements
Among all the life activities of Stillmeadow, there are three big announcements this week. We have Sabbatical Send-off, Summer Camp, and the Women’s Bible Study Small Group.
Sabbatical Send-Off
The Church Board, in support of the Kleinfeld family's sabbatical, is sponsoring a send-off picnic luncheon "love feast" on Sunday, June 2, after a combined worship service at 10 AM! Bring a canopy or lawn tent if desired, portable chairs, and a non-spoilable dish to share (relish tray, cookies, desserts, snacks, etc.). We will have hot dogs, chips, and a bottle of water for everyone who attends. A basket will be available for you to bring any cards, notes of encouragement, or financial gifts.
~ Scott Mingus-Church Board Secretary
Summer Camp
Summer Camps are incredible opportunities for our children and youth to encounter God with other children and youth across our district. Teen Camp is July 22-26. Kids and Pre-Teen Camp is July 5-9. Check out how to register below.
Women’s Bible Study
This group is led by Pastor Kathy Foltz and meets Thursdays at 10:00AM in the Sprenkle House Ground fl. conference room.
Grow with us
No one matures alone. Check out our listing of other groups and let us know if you’re interested in one. If you’d like help, you can contact Karon Kagan (kkagan@stillnaz.com) or Pastor Tabitha Martin (pastortabitha@stillnaz.com).
Clay -A small group created for the discipleship, community, encouragement, and equipping of those geared toward the visual and fine arts. This group is led by Pastor Isabell Clark on the second Friday of each month from 6pm - 7:30 pm at the York City Campus.
Serve with us
You have been gifted and we’d be honored to serve with you. We’d love to have you partner with Servants for Mission Week or serve at VBS24. And click the “Serve” button below for more opportunities.
Xtreme Xpress Bus Ministry
Join us in our Saturday morning mobile ministry to kids in the Parkway neighborhood. We'd love to have people of any age and ability join. If interested, please contact cfrederick@stillnaz.com or sign-up below.
Mission Week: June 24-28
This summer we are partnering with Servants to serve York on June 24-28. Youth registration is closed, but adults can still sign up here until May 26.
Pray with us
You can find a guide to prayer and submit a prayer request at www.stillnaz.com/pray. This week, let us pray for…
The Governor of Pennsylvania, the General Assembly, and all who work in State Government. All who work in businesses which provide services to others. All who work in construction. Hospitals and nursing homes: patients, residents, and staff; all who provide health care. Victims of violent crime; all who commit violent crime. All senior citizens.
Give with us
Kid’s & Pre-Teen Camp Fundraiser
Would you like to help send a child to camp? Here is a great opportunity!
We are having a “Numbered Envelope” Fundraiser! Just pick an envelope off the board at the Stillmeadow Lane Campus Welcome Center, and the number on the front of the envelope is the amount to donate! Please bring your envelope back and place it in a “JOY” box in the sanctuary at the Stillmeadow Lane Campus by June 30th. If donating with a check, please put “Kid’s Camp” in the memo section. You can also give by clicking here:
Habitat for Humanity Women's Day Build!
We are looking for 10 ladies to work on the home being built in Red Lion on Saturday, June 8th, 8:00 AM-2:30PM. No experience is necessary. Lunch is provided! Contact Sue Cox at s-cox@comcast.net or Amy Steele at steele.amy@comcast.net.
Condolence to…
To the Brenneman, Miller & Heindel Families. Nancy Brenneman passed away May 6th.
Congratulations
To Krista and Jeremy McCoy who welcomed Cooper John on May 15th!
To Natalie and Garrett Wagner who welcomed Micah Edward on May 10th!
To Dalton and Jenna Heim who welcomed Beckham Aleksander Heim on April 22nd!
I conclude a verse from our new series:
“Return to your rest, my soul,
for the Lord has been good to you.”
(Psalm 116:7)
Let’s rest in Him…
Pastor Josh and the Stillmeadow Team