True Leadership, Family Worship on 1/29, Souper Chili Bowl on 2/5
Dear Church,
Matthew 14 shows us two ways of leadership.
The first way is the way of King Herod. It is based in fear, directed by the shifting opinions of people, and results in spreading death.
The second way is the way of King Jesus. It is based in love, directed by the will of the Father, and results in spreading life.
Jesus’ way is the one that feeds the need, conquers the storm and endures forever.
What kind of leadership do you offer with your life?
Prayer
Father, release us from the opinions of others so that we may live according to your will at all times. Jesus, help us live with thoughtful compassion instead of knee-jerk reactions. Spirit, lead us in the way of Jesus so that we bring life to our families, neighbors, classmates, and coworkers.
KEEP FOLLOWING THE DAILY SCRIPTURE READINGS
We always have scriptures readings to go with our sermon series. This week we began a reading through "the Gospel of Matthew” to coincide with our current sermon series: “The Kingdom of the Beloved.”
Hear Sunday’s Services
Stillmeadow Lane Campus — Pastor Kent Vandervort
York City Campus — Pastor Jade Frederick
This Sunday, January 29, is a family worship service at our Stillmeadow Lane Campus.
Grow with others this year
Check out our listing of 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).
Classic Club
For those age 50 and up! Join us for fellowship and food the 1st Friday of every month, 8:15AM at Lyndon Diner! Jeff Phillips leads this group that will meet next on February 3.
GriefShare
A weekly support group for people in grief. Beginning Saturday, February 4th, this group will meet in Rm. 112 from 10AM-12PM. Pastor Kathy Foltz leads this group and can be contacted at: pastorkathy@stillnaz.com.
Serve with us this year
It’s so cool to think that each person serving at Stillmeadow is part of a tradition of serving that has existed for 85+ years at our church and 2000+ years in the church universal. You have been gifted and we’d be honored to have your gifts in greeting, worship, childrens or youth ministries, and more. Here are three ways you can serve. Click on the “serve” button below to let us know of your interest.
Habitat For Humanity-January 28th Volunteer Day!
We have reserved Saturday, January 28th for a volunteer day at both the Chestnut St. and Partridge Dr. (Dover) builds. To sign up contact Sue Cox at s-cox@comcast.net.
New American Welcome Center
Join Deborah Detzel in welcoming and helping Haitian immigrants adjust to life in York PA. Here are five immediate ways to help.
Sit with a small group of English Language (EL) learners during class.
Watch children of EL learners.
Donation Closet Helper.
Database Entry.
Medical Appointment Driver.
If you’re interested in any of these, select “New American Welcome Center” on the serve form below.
Cafe Team Help
Join our team that creates an atmosphere of hospitality every Sunday morning.
Stillmeadow Souper Chili Bowl is February 5
We’re hosting our annual meeting with stories from the last year at our first ever Souper Chili Bowl, from 4:30-6:30 on Sunday February 5 at our Stillmeadow Lane Campus. We’ll have a Soup and Chili competition too! Sign your soup up at the link below. If you can’t to bring soup, but want to join, bring a side or drink!
Annual Super Bowl Party
Sunday, February 12th at the York City Campus. Doors open at 6PM. Refreshments will be served. Donations of bottled water, tea, soda or lemonade appreciated. Invite friends, neighbors and co-workers. No sign-up required.
Celebrate Recovery Softball Team
Coming this Spring! In recovery or want to be? Looking for a positive environment? Contact Pastor Jade 717-434-3223 for more information. sign-up HERE.
2022 Giving Statements
The generosity of God’s people has blessed Stillmeadow and its ministries here in York and to the world beyond. Together our contributions shared the Gospel, fed the hungry, supported the hurting, sustained missionaries, sent a team to Florida, gave children and youth a camp experience, and allowed our church to operate the two campuses. Your 2022 giving statements were emailed on January 25, 2023. If you did not receive one, please contact pastorkent@stillnaz.com.
Condolences to…
The Babinchak Family-Betty Babinchak passed away Monday, January 23rd.
Chris Ness and her family on the passing of her father, Donald Swope on January 3.
Congratulations to…
Ethan and Janell Greer on the birth of their daughter Noa Renee Greer on January 9.
Thank you from Pastor Kent…
“Thank You!” doesn’t begin to express Ronnie’s and my gratitude for the honor shared with us this past Sunday (Jan. 22, 2023). Thank you for the gift to the Hershey Hotel for a getaway from the church board and staff. We have been blessed to minister at Stillmeadow for the past 25 years and look forward to our continued service to God and His kingdom here.
Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus to all generations, for ever and ever! Amen. (Ephesians 3:20-21)
Grace and Peace,
Pastor Josh and the Stillmeadow Team
PS…I can’t wait for our time together at the Souper Chili Bowl All Church Meeting on February 5. I really hope you come and join in. Bring soup, or bring crackers, or bring drinks…or just bring yourself. Let’s celebrate God’s faithfulness from 2022 and look forward to 2023 together! Sign up here.