Abstain, Nominate, Potluck and more
Dear Church,
Abstain.
One essential step in discipleship is to “abstain from sinful desires.” Is this because God doesn’t want his children to have fun? Hardly. It’s because those desires “wage war against your soul” (1 Peter 2:11).
Live good lives.
And the life of discipleship isn’t just abstinence…another essential step in discipleship is to live such good lives that the “pagans…see your good deeds and glorify God on the day he visits us” (1 Peter 2:12). So, Christians are people who abstain from evil and indulge in the good so that the world will see the evidence of God in us.
Daniel lived this way. When his jealous co-workers tried to find something wrong, “they could find no corruption in him, because he was trustworthy and neither corrupt nor negligent” (Daniel 6:4).
My Prayer:
Jesus, would you give Daniel’s strength of character to the people of the church today. We confess that we have done things that do not bring you glory. Help us abstain from evil and indulge in the good. Help us be trustworthy and not corrupt or negligent in our responsibilities. We want people to see evidence of your goodness and love in the way that we live.
Hear Sunday’s message on Pride and Prejudice
Stillmeadow Lane Campus-Pastor Josh Kleinfeld
York City Campus-Pastor Isabell Clark
Watch the first message of the Daniel Series
DO YOU HAVE NOMINATIONS FOR CHURCH ELECTIONS?
On Sunday November 13, we will have our annual church board elections. Each Nazarene church is directed "to elect as church officers active members of the local church who profess the experience of entire sanctification and whose lives bear public witness to the grace of God that calls us to a holy life; who are in harmony with the doctrines, polity, and practices of the Church of the Nazarene; and who support the local church faithfully in attendance, active service, and with tithes and offerings. Church officers should be fully engaged in “making Christlike disciples in the nations.”" (For the rest of the manual statement) Stillmeadow board members serve three year terms.
If you have nominations, you may submit them on this form by September 28. Our nomination committee will review the nominees and then contact them to see if they will allow their name to run for election.
All Volunteer Pot-Luck
Our Welcome Bash message was “Serve York Together!” Each volunteer at Stillmeadow, through your acts of service in your area of ministry, play a crucial part for the mission of proclaiming Jesus to all generations.
Our next All-Church Series is “Be the Church: Serve the World” and will go from Oct 16-Nov 13. Since volunteers are a crucial part of the mission, we’d love to give you a preview of that series and tell you more about that concept at our All Volunteer Potluck on October 2, from 4:30-6:30. Register by clicking the button below.
Are You Interested in Discipleship Ministries?
Do you have questions about joining a Discipleship Group or leading a Discipleship Group? Join Pastor Tabitha Martin at one of these informational meetings Sunday September 25th at 9 or 10:30AM in Rm. 112.
Be the Church: Serve the World Zoom Group
As part of our “Be the Church: Serve the World” series, we’ll offer a special Zoom Group for 5 Tuesdays from Oct 18-Nov 15. This will be led by Pastor Josh. Register at stillnaz.com/discipleship.
EJAM Work & Witness Trip to Jamaica January 6-15, 2023
All interested in participating are invited to a very important meeting Sunday, September 25th in Rm. #112, immediately after the 10:30 service. Deadline to register to participate in this trip is October 7th at 10AM. For more information contact Randy & Joann Hull at jobi1956@gmail.com. Deadline to register for this trip is 10AM October 7th.Women! Save these dates!
Congratulations to…
Pastor Chris and Emily Fuller who welcomed Ezekiel Isaac Fuller into their family and our world on August 25, 2022!
Condolences to…
JoAnn Hull and family, whose brother Gregory Krebs passed away on Sept 18.
Pastor Josh Kleinfeld and family, whose grandmother (mom’s mom), passed away on Sept 19.
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…If you’re not in a small group, a place to grow in Christ and a people to share your burdens with, I highly recommend you trying one out this fall. Connect with us through www.stillnaz.com/discipleship.
Pray for those outside the faith, Nominate for church board
Dear Church,
Does God speak to people outside the faith?
Read Daniel 4 and you’ll see how God spoke to the pagan king Nebuchadnezzar. So yes!
What does it mean that God speaks to those outside the faith?
When Daniel showed up to help Nebuchadnezzar understand his dream, he was coming after God had worked in the king’s life. And when we show up in people’s lives, we are showing up to someone that God has been reaching out to before we came along.
What do we do with that?
Well, I think it means that we need to pray for God to show up to our friends and family members outside of the faith. Pray that they would be confused by what God spoke to them and that they would seek understanding. We know that those who ask, seek and knock, will be answered, find and have the door opened to them (Matthew 7:7-8). And it could very well be that we have the chance to be like Daniel and be the one to help them find the answer and open the door of faith.
Challenge:
Make a list of friends and family who are outside the faith. Regularly pray for the people on the list.
Watch for opportunities to point to God. Pray that God will open your eyes to see the opportunity and give you the wisdom and strength to share your faith.
Trust God to do His work. The reason Daniel had such an impact is because he trusted God as the Most High power in the universe.
Prayer:
Jesus, reveal yourself to all who are reading this and all in our church community. Most High God, give dreams to our friends and family members and even our political leaders in the way you spoke to King Nebuchadnezzar. And Spirit, would you open our eyes to see the open doors for the gospel to be shared and would you fill our hearts with love and wisdom to share the good news.
Hear Sunday’s message on Suffering Instead of Sinning
Stillmeadow Lane Campus-Pastor Josh Kleinfeld
York City Campus-Pastor Jade Frederick
Watch the first message of the Daniel Series
DO YOU HAVE NOMINATIONS FOR CHURCH ELECTIONS?
On Sunday November 13, we will have our annual church board elections. Each Nazarene church is directed "to elect as church officers active members of the local church who profess the experience of entire sanctification and whose lives bear public witness to the grace of God that calls us to a holy life; who are in harmony with the doctrines, polity, and practices of the Church of the Nazarene; and who support the local church faithfully in attendance, active service, and with tithes and offerings. Church officers should be fully engaged in “making Christlike disciples in the nations.”" (For the rest of the manual statement) Stillmeadow board members serve three year terms.
If you have nominations, you may submit them on this form by September 28. Our nomination committee will review the nominees and then contact them to see if they will allow their name to run for election.
UPCOMING FALL EVENTS
Recovery Day at the Revs. Saturday, September 17th
Pre-game meal/activities begin at 2:30PM. Game begins at 6:30PM. If you’re interested in Celebrate Recovery T-Shirt ($15) contact Roxanne Byrd at 717-683-0335.
Church Membership Classes
All desiring to know more about membership in the church are encouraged to attend. This class is led by Pastor Kent Vandervort . If you would like to be a part of the next series of classes beginning September 18th at 9AM in Rm. #201. Contact pastorkent@stillnaz.com or register at www.stillnaz.com/discipleship.
Are You Interested in Discipleship Ministries?
Do you have questions about joining a Discipleship Group or leading a Discipleship Group? Join Pastor Tabitha Martin at one of these informational meetings Sunday September 25th at 9 or 10:30AM in Rm. 112.
5 Week Values Class via Zoom
Tuesday’s beginning October 18th at 12 noon. Led by Pastor Josh Kleinfeld.
EJAM Work & Witness Trip to Jamaica January 6-15, 2023
All interested in participating are invited to a very important meeting Sunday, September 25th in Rm. #112, immediately after the 10:30 service. Deadline to register to participate in this trip is October 7th at 10AM. For more information contact Randy & Joann Hull at jobi1956@gmail.com. Deadline to register for this trip is 10AM October 7th.Emotionally Healthy Spirituality
This 8 week course begins Wednesday, September 28th at 6:30PM in Sprenkle House 2nd fl., and is led by Pastor Brad Shaffer. This class unpacks core biblical principles to guide you into an experience of lasting, beneath-the–surface transformation in your relationship with Christ. There is a $30 cost for the books. Register by emailing pastorbrad@stillnaz.com.
All Volunteer Pot-Luck
Sunday, October 2nd-4:30-6:30PM! Register for the pot-luck at stillnaz.com/volunteerpotluck.Women! Save these dates!
Save The Dates!
Trunk or Treat — October 29
York City Campus Fall Fest — October 31
Community Thanksgiving Dinner -Sunday, November 20th at York City Campus.
Christmas Sunday—December 25
Missions Prayer Emphasis for September and October-South America
Because we want to be people who pray relentlessly, we cover the earth with our prayers through the year. For September and October, we’re asking God to provide for, protect and direct the work of these missionaries and to pour out His Spirit of justice, grace and truth over these countries in the South America region of the Church of the Nazarene.
Congratulations to…
Pastor Chris and Emily Fuller who welcomed Ezekiel Isaac Fuller into their family and our world on August 25, 2022!
Congratulations to the Baptized!
We are so proud of those who “took the plunge” and proclaimed their faith in Jesus Christ who died for us and was raised to life. Pray for these as they continue to live out the new life we have been given in Christ!
Allison Rosenau, Kelli McGee, Sarah Lingg, Brady Rotz, Beth Rill, Exzio Lozano, Savannah Carroll, Amanda Corbett, Jesse Stiffler
Can we pray with you? Share your concerns with us and we’ll support you in prayer.
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…If you’re not in a small group, a place to grow in Christ and a people to share your burdens with, I highly recommend you trying one out this fall. Connect with us through www.stillnaz.com/discipleship.
Will you pray?
Dear Church,
On Sunday began a 6 week study in the book of Daniel. Dale Ralph Davis describes the book as “a realistic survival manual for the saints.” The saint survives and lives on the primary theme of the book: God’s kingdom cannot be destroyed, His dominion will endure forever. In other words, God is in control.
And in our reading today (read along with us here), we are given the very practical example of how a saint endures through threats and trials: prayer.
What do you do when you encounter a problem? Being a part of God’s family does not exempt you from problems. Daniel faced a threat on his life and asked his friends “to plead for mercy from the God of heaven…” (Daniel 2:18). They prayed and “the mystery was revealed to Daniel in a vision” (Daniel 2:19).
Who do you turn to when you encounter a problem? Daniel had his friends and His God. We have each other. Small groups have been bands of believers for many of our people going through trials. If you’re not in a small group consider joining any of these. Or you can share your prayer request with the church at www.stillnaz.com/pray.
Do people know they can ask you to pray with them? Daniel’s friends must have proven themselves trustworthy that Daniel would approach them with his desperate request. Do the people in your family, small group, ministry group, workplace or school know that they can bring requests to you?
Challenge:
Ask your small group or family or coworkers how you can pray for them. Send out a text or give a call and ask “How can I pray for you today?”
Ask your small group or family or coworkers to pray for you. Be like Daniel and show that you need help by asking your family or small group or church family to pray with you.
Pray. Don’t just ask. Do it. Start by praying over your family, your small group, our church. Pray for the youth fall retreat this weekend, for the new small groups launching this fall, for any event you see listed in these emails. And let’s pray what Daniel prayed, asking for mercy and revelation.
Prayer:
Jesus, have mercy on all who are reading this and all in our church community across both campuses. You know the trials that each person is facing and you know the threats that rise against us as a church family. Spirit, would you reveal yourself to us and teach us “deep and hidden things” so that York will know that “wisdom and power are [yours]”. (Daniel 2:20-22).
Watch the first message of the Daniel Series
UPCOMING FALL EVENTS
Recovery Day at the Revs. Saturday, September 17th
Pre-game meal/activities begin at 2:30PM. Game begins at 6:30PM. If you’re interested in Celebrate Recovery T-Shirt ($15) contact Roxanne Byrd at 717-683-0335.
Youth Ministry Pasta Dinner Fundraiser 9/17
We are really excited about our youth ministry pasta dinner and auction fundraiser! This is the final week to purchase tickets for the event, don’t wait to get your tickets right away. The event will be Saturday September 17 @ 6:00pm in the Family Life Center. Tickets are available at the Welcome Table outside the Worship center or tickets can be purchased online through Tuesday, Sept. 13th @ https://tinyurl.com/5y52yvxn . Adult ticket $15, Child ticket $10. Meal includes Spaghetti and Homemade Meatballs and Homemade Tomato Sauce, Garden Salad, Garlic Bread and Dessert. We do have a gluten free option as well. You can do take out or dine in. Take out orders need to be picked up between 4:30pm - 5:30 pm. Thank you for supporting our younger generation in their pursuit of Jesus!
Church Membership Classes
All desiring to know more about membership in the church are encouraged to attend. This class is led by Pastor Kent Vandervort . If you would like to be a part of the next series of classes beginning September 18th at 9AM contact pastorkent@stillnaz.com or register at www.stillnaz.com/discipleship.
Emotionally Healthy Spirituality
This 8 week course begins Wednesday, September 28th at 6:30PM in Sprenkle House 2nd fl., and is led by Pastor Brad Shaffer. This class unpacks core biblical principles to guide you into an experience of lasting, beneath-the–surface transformation in your relationship with Christ. There is a $30 cost for the books. Register by emailing pastorbrad@stillnaz.com.
Women! Save these dates!
Save The Dates!
All Volunteer Pot-Luck- Sunday, October 2nd-4:30-6:30PM.
Trunk or Treat — October 29
York City Campus Fall Fest — October 31
Community Thanksgiving Dinner -Sunday, November 20th at York City Campus.
Christmas Sunday—December 25
Congratulations to the Baptized!
We are so proud of those who “took the plunge” and proclaimed their faith in Jesus Christ who died for us and was raised to life. Pray for these as they continue to live out the new life we have been given in Christ!
Allison Rosenau, Kelli McGee, Sarah Lingg, Brady Rotz, Beth Rill, Exzio Lozano, Savannah Carroll, Amanda Corbett, Jesse Stiffler
Building Transition Update
We’re making progress in our building transition! The painting throughout the building is almost complete and the new kids welcome center is getting close.
Next: we’re updating the floors. The gym floor of the Family Life Center was painted last week and now we’re replacing the carpet in the cafe, children’s wing hallway, the children’s worship center and then we’ll be replacing the carpet in the Family Life Center.
After this we’ll be updating our worship chairs, decorating the walls and updating our cafe furniture!
We’re grateful for the many hands that are making light work!
Let’s continue to pray for all those doing the work and for the future generations who will benefit from it. If you haven’t had a chance to give to the Renovation Plus Fund to help with the cost of the new chairs, you can give here or in your weekly in person giving.
Missions Prayer Emphasis for September and October-South America
Because we want to be people who pray relentlessly, we cover the earth with our prayers through the year. For September and October, we’re asking God to provide for, protect and direct the work of these missionaries and to pour out His Spirit of justice, grace and truth over these countries in the South America region of the Church of the Nazarene.
Condolences to…
Chastity Frederick & Family on the passing of her grandfather Earl Courtney.
Amy Embich on the recent passing of her Aunt Sarah.
Brad Zerfing and Family on the recent passing of Brad’s grandmother Sylvia Zerfing.
Congratulations to…
Pastor Chris and Emily Fuller who welcomed Ezekiel Isaac Fuller into their family and our world on August 25, 2022!
Lester & Holly Strait who adopted Nathanael, Abraham & Caleb on August 8, 2022!
Can we pray with you? Share your concerns with us and we’ll support you in prayer.
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…If you’re not in a small group, a place to grow in Christ and a people to share your burdens with, I highly recommend you trying one out this fall. Connect with us through www.stillnaz.com/discipleship.
Prepare for Fall ‘22
Dear Church,
What an incredible celebration at the Welcome Bash! We are so grateful to each person who played a part that day, from the food vendors to the people who stayed after to clean up, from the parking team to the worship team, from the greeters to those who made room for others to sit. Praise God!
As I read Jesus’ prayer in John 17 today I was struck by this:
The more sanctified we become the more unified we become. The more unified we become the more the world sees God’s love in us.
Jesus prayed for us to be sanctified and unified. His love liberates us from our sin, so that we can live a sanctified life. As we live that way, His love impacts our local area (family, neighbors, co-workers, teammates and classmates). And as we live that way, we find ourselves unified in Him, collaborating with each other to reveal His truth and love to each other and the watching world.
Join us in the daily readings on the liberating, local and collaborative love of God
Watch the Welcome Bash Message and Celebrate the Baptisms!
UPCOMING FALL EVENTS
Youth Ministry Pasta Dinner and Silent Auction Fundraiser
Stillnaz Youth are hosting a Pasta Dinner Fundraiser on Saturday September 17 @ 6:00pm in the Family Life Center. They are preparing for events like Nazarene Youth Conference (NYC), retreats, camps, etc. These extremely formative events in their spiritual lives, and your support helps them to attend.
Meal Tickets are $15/Adult or $10/Child (8 and under). This includes spaghetti w/homemade sauce & meatballs, garden salad, garlic knots and dessert. You can purchase tickets on sale at the Welcome Table on Sunday, 9/4 and 9/11, or at stillnaz.com/sny. or by contacting Jennifer Stough (timnjennifer@comcast.net).
You can help!
Donate items for the Silent Auction. Contact Heather Kidwell (kidwellheather31@yahoo.com) or Christina Stola (tiggrr161@gmail.com) with what you’d like to donate.
Donate baked goods for the Live Auction. Contact Pastor John (pastorjohn@stillnaz.com) if you’ve got a delicious goody to donate.
Recovery Day at the Revs. Saturday, September 17th
Pre-game meal/activities begin at 2:30PM. Game begins at 6:30PM. If you’re interested in Celebrate Recovery T-Shirt ($15) contact Roxanne Byrd at 717-683-0335.
Church Membership Classes
All desiring to know more about membership in the church are encouraged to attend. This class is led by Pastor Kent Vandervort . If you would like to be a part of the next series of classes beginning September 18th at 9AM contact pastorkent@stillnaz.com or register at stillnaz.com/discipleship.
Emotionally Healthy Spirituality
This 8 week course begins Wednesday, September 28th at 6:30PM in Sprenkle House 2nd fl., and is led by Pastor Brad Shaffer. This class unpacks core biblical principles to guide you into an experience of lasting, beneath-the–surface transformation in your relationship with Christ. There is a $30 cost for the books. Register by emailing pastorbrad@stillnaz.com.
Save The Dates!
All Volunteer Pot-Luck- Sunday, October 2nd-4:30-6:30PM.
Trunk or Treat — October 29
York City Campus Fall Fest — October 31
Community Thanksgiving Dinner -Sunday, November 20th at York City Campus.
Christmas Sunday—December 25
Building Transition Update
We’re making progress in our building transition! The painting throughout the building is almost complete and the new kids welcome center is getting close.
Next: we’re updating the floors. The gym floor of the Family Life Center was painted this week and weekend (August 22-28). Then in September, we’ll replace the carpet in the café, children’s wing hallway, the children’s worship center and the Family Life Center.
After this we’ll be updating our worship chairs, decorating the walls and updating our cafe furniture!
We’re grateful for the many hands that are making light work!
Let’s continue to pray for all those doing the work and for the future generations who will benefit from it. If you haven’t had a chance to give to the Renovation Plus Fund to help with the cost of the new chairs, you can give here or in your weekly in person giving.
Missions Prayer Emphasis for September and October-South America
Because we want to be people who pray relentlessly, we cover the earth with our prayers through the year. For September and October, we’re asking God to provide for, protect and direct the work of these missionaries and to pour out His Spirit of justice, grace and truth over these countries in the South America region of the Church of the Nazarene.
Condolences to…
Chastity Frederick & Family on the passing of her grandfather Earl Courtney.
Amy Embich on the recent passing of her Aunt Sarah.
Brad Zerfing and Family on the recent passing of Brad’s grandmother Sylvia Zerfing.
Congratulations to…
Pastor Chris and Emily Fuller who welcomed Ezekiel Isaac Fuller into their family and our world on August 25, 2022!
Lester & Holly Strait who adopted Nathanael, Abraham & Caleb on August 8, 2022!
Pastor John & Cynthia Farley and KaLee (Farley) & Josh Chambers on the marriage of KaLee and Josh on August 7!
Can we pray with you? Share your concerns with us and we’ll support you in prayer.
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’m excited about the new series that starts this Sunday. The Indestructible Kingdom is a 6 week exploration of the book of Daniel. God has a lot to teach us through the life of Daniel and I look forward to listening to Him together.
Pray for the Bash, Prepare for Fall ‘22
Dear Church,
How did the early church have such a great impact on the world? It wasn’t by their own strength and willpower. It was because they received “power when the Holy Spirit [came on them]” (Acts 1:8). With that Spirit-power they went and told the story to those in their capital city Jerusalem, then in the surround areas of Judea and Samaria and then to the ends of the earth (and all the way through the centuries and over the miles to York, PA today).
Will you pray with me for the Welcome Bash?
I’m praying that this Sunday will be Spirit-filled and life-changing, and that those gathered there will be empowered to share Jesus’ love and truth with those in their homes, neighborhoods, schools and workplaces.
Will you pray that way too?
If the Stillmeadow church family is going to make a difference in York, it won’t be on our own strength or willpower, but by the strength and courage that only comes from the Holy Spirit.
Join us in the daily readings on Spiritual Strength and Power
Hear Sunday’s message on Being Strong and Courageous
Stillmeadow Lane Campus-Pastor Josh Kleinfeld
York City Campus-Casey Harrison
We’re bringing both campuses together to celebrate God’s work and world.
We’ll have the following Food Trucks: Macs Pit Stop, Taqueria El Camino, Z & D Fries, and top it all off with Mr Frosty!
WHAT TO BRING:...lawn chairs or blanket ...lunch money or a picnic ...your friends and neighbors...and a blessing for schools!
PARKING AT THE BASH-Regular Parking at Goode Elementary-(Off of Wallace Street)
Disability/Accessible Parking at York City Campus
(350 E Chestnut Street, York, PA)
BLESS LOCAL SCHOOLS AT THE BASH
(GOODE AND SINKING SPRINGS)
Help us collect goods for Goode and stuff for Sinking Springs.
Bring any or all of the items to the Bash.
~Small packs of crayons, ~Small packs of markers
~Drawing paper tablets, ~Stickers
~Fun pencils, ~Erasers
~Tissues, ~Clorox wipes, ~Fun gel pens
~Individually wrapped candy
~Ziplock bags (all sizes)
~Headphones or earbuds
UPCOMING EVENTS
Child Dedication Event
Each year we have the privilege of partnering with families to offer them an event where they can dedicate their child(ren) to the Lord. Dedicating your child(ren) is an amazing decision we are blessed to be a part of. Our next dedication service is on September 24th with a special prayer time on September 25th during the 9 and 10:30 AM services. This event is a special time for you to commit to raising your children to love, know and serve the Lord as you raise them to follow your example. We would love to partner with you for this milestone event in your family’s life. Our Class will be on September 4th at 10:30 AM in the Grace Chapel, if this date does not work for you please reach out to me and we can discuss an alternative time. If you are interested in joining us for this event, please sign up at: https://www.stillnaz.com/baby-dedicationYouth Ministry Pasta Dinner Fundraiser 9/17
Stillnaz Youth are hosting a Pasta Dinner Fundraiser on Saturday September 17 @ 6:00pm in the Family Life Center. They are preparing for events like Nazarene Youth Conference (NYC), retreats, camps, etc. These extremely formative events in their spiritual lives, and your support helps them to attend. We would love for you to join us or consider donating! Please see details at Welcome Table and enclosed flyer. Tickets are $15/Adult or $10/Child (8 and under). The meal will include spaghetti w/homemade sauce & meatballs, garden salad, garlic knots and dessert. Tickets on sale at Welcome Table on Sunday, 9/4 and 9/11, or at stillnaz.com/sny, or by using the QR-Code on the flyer in your Sunday bulletin, or by contacting Jennifer Stough (timnjennifer@comcast.net).
The evening will also offer silent auction and baked good auction items. If you would like to donate to the Silent Auction, please reach out to Heather Kidwell (kidwellheather31@yahoo.com) or Christina Stola (tiggrr161@gmail.com). If you would like to donate a Baked Goods, please reach out to Pastor John (pastorjohn@stillnaz.com). Thank you for your continued support of our teens!
Youth Activities
Youth Fall Retreat! SEPT 9-11: It's our annual Fall Retreat, it's a big one! We're going to have a couple other churches join us this year. You won't want to miss i! We will be at Camp Penn in Waynesboro, PA. Register here by August 30!
Recovery Day at the Revs. Saturday, September 17th
Pre-game meal/activities begin at 2:30PM. Game begins at 6:30PM. If you’re interested in Celebrate Recovery T-Shirt ($15) contact Roxanne Byrd at 717-683-0335.
Church Membership Classes
All desiring to know more about membership in the church are encouraged to attend. This class is led by Pastor Kent Vandervort . If you would like to be a part of the next series of classes beginning September 18th at 9AM contact pastorkent@stillnaz.com or register at stillnaz.com/discipleship.
Emotionally Healthy Spirituality
This 8 week course begins Wednesday, September 28th at 6:30PM in Sprenkle House 2nd fl., and is led by Pastor Brad Shaffer. This class unpacks core biblical principles to guide you into an experience of lasting, beneath-the–surface transformation in your relationship with Christ. There is a $30 cost for the books. Register by emailing pastorbrad@stillnaz.com.
Save The Dates!
All Volunteer Pot-Luck- Sunday, October 2nd-4:30-6:30PM.
Community Thanksgiving Dinner -Sunday, November 20th at York City Campus.
Building Transition Update
We’re making progress in our building transition! The painting throughout the building is almost complete and the new kids welcome center is getting close.
Next: we’re updating the floors. The gym floor of the Family Life Center is being painted this week and weekend (August 22-28). Then in September, we’ll replace the carpet in the café, children’s wing hallway, the children’s worship center and the Family Life Center.
After this we’ll be updating our worship chairs, decorating the walls and updating our cafe furniture!
We’re grateful for the many hands that are making light work!
Let’s continue to pray for all those doing the work and for the future generations who will benefit from it. If you haven’t had a chance to give to the Renovation Plus Fund to help with the cost of the new chairs, you can give here or in your weekly in person giving.
Condolences to…
Chastity Frederick & Family on the passing of her grandfather
Amy Embich on the recent passing of her Aunt Sarah.
Brad Zerfing and Family on the recent passing of Brad’s grandmother Sylvia Zerfing.
Congratulations to…
Lester & Holly Strait who adopted Nathanael, Abraham & Caleb on August 8, 2022!
Pastor John & Cynthia Farley and KaLee (Farley) & Josh Chambers on the marriage of KaLee and Josh on August 7!
Can we pray with you? Share your concerns with us and we’ll support you in prayer.
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
Backpack Blessing this Sunday and Welcome Bash is 10 days away!
Dear friends,
As we read Mark 8:27-33 we see two essential discipleship questions. How we answer these questions determines how we live.
1) Who do you say that Jesus is?
2) Do you have in mind the concerns of God or the concerns of humanity?
In our passage we see that Peter answered the first question correctly. Jesus is the Messiah! And on top of that, he is the King, Son of God, Master, Savior, Healer, Brilliant Teacher, Friend of Sinners, our Hero. As Christians, this is the first step of discipleship…admitting that Jesus is ALL THAT, and that I am not. In this first step, we admit our need for Him and His salvation.
And after that first step, we begin the process of moving our mind off our human concerns to the concerns of God. Even though Peter answered the first question correctly, he tried to rebuke Jesus when Jesus revealed that his plan as Messiah was to suffer and die. Peter still had human concerns and needed to have his perspective transformed. And as we follow Peter’s life, we see how that changed, as he himself joined Jesus in being willing to suffer and die for the cause of the good news.
So, as you go about your day, talk to Jesus about these questions. Ask Him to show you who He is. Be like Peter and admit that He the Messiah. Then ask Him to give you His perspective so that you will have in mind the concerns of God in everything you do.
Join us in the final week of reading of Graves into Gardens series
Hear Sunday’s final Graves Into Gardens Message
Stillmeadow Lane Campus-Pastor Josh Kleinfeld
York City Campus-Pastor Jade & Chastity Frederick
Put it on your calendar and plan to invite a friend to our annual welcome bash! We’ll be bringing both campuses together to celebrate God’s work and world.
We’ll have the following Food Trucks: Macs Pit Stop, Taqueria El Camino, Z & D Fries, and top it all off with Mr Frosty!
WHAT TO BRING:...lawn chairs or blanket ...lunch money or a picnic ...your friends and neighbors...and a blessing for schools!
PARKING AT THE BASH-Regular Parking at Goode Elementary-(Off of Wallace Street)
Disability/Accessible Parking at York City Campus
(350 E Chestnut Street, York, PA)
SERVE AT THE BASH—Join the Welcome Team by signing up at www.stillnaz.com.
BLESS LOCAL SCHOOLS AT THE BASH
(GOODE AND SINKING SPRINGS)
Help us collect goods for Goode and stuff for Sinking Springs.
Bring any or all of the items to the Bash.
~Small packs of crayons, ~Small packs of markers
~Drawing paper tablets, ~Stickers
~Fun pencils, ~Erasers
~Tissues, ~Clorox wipes, ~Fun gel pens
~Individually wrapped candy
~Ziplock bags (all sizes)
~Headphones or earbuds
Child Dedication Event
Each year we have the privilege of partnering with families to offer them an event where they can dedicate their child(ren) to the Lord. Dedicating your child(ren) is an amazing decision we are blessed to be a part of. Our next dedication service is on September 24th with a special prayer time on September 25th during the 9 and 10:30 AM services. This event is a special time for you to commit to raising your children to love, know and serve the Lord as you raise them to follow your example. We would love to partner with you for this milestone event in your family’s life. Our Class will be on September 4th at 10:30 AM in the Grace Chapel, if this date does not work for you please reach out to me and we can discuss an alternative time. If you are interested in joining us for this event, please sign up at: https://www.stillnaz.com/baby-dedicationSave the Date: Youth Pasta Dinner is Sept 17
Support the youth as they prepare for world and life-transforming events like Nazarene Youth Conference and mission trips. We’ll have dinner and a silent auction!
Youth Activities
Back 2 School Bash @ Ignite–August 23rd, 7pm -8:30pm-It's youth group... but with more games... and water... maybe a balloon fight, who knows?! Don't miss out!
Youth Fall Retreat! SEPT 9-11: It's our annual Fall Retreat, it's a big one! We're going to have a couple other churches join us this year. You won't want to miss i! We will be at Camp Penn in Waynesboro, PA. Register here!
Sponsor a Chair: Give to the Renovation Plus Fund
We need your help to cover the cost of new chairs for both campuses. After serving us for years, our worship chairs are wearing out and breaking down.
Each chair represents a life of someone who needs the grace of Christ. By helping with the cost of the chairs, you are investing in potential transformation for the sake of Christ.
JOIN IN TWO WAYS…
First, in prayer. I can’t help but wonder who will be blessed in the coming years from our generosity today. Will you join me in praying for them? And will you pray for our current church family to be united in Christ and focused on proclaiming Jesus to all generations?
Second, join in giving. We need $41,580 to complete the chair project. Each chair is roughly $60.00. A row of 8 chairs is $480 and a section of 40 chairs is $2400. Maybe you can sponsor part of a chair, a whole chair, a whole row or a section of chairs. Ask God for guidance and give according to His direction.
Click the “give” button below or text “give” to 717-444-8161 and select “Renovation Plus”. You can also give in person with “Renovation Plus” in the memo line of your check or giving envelope.
Condolences to…
Amy Embich on the recent passing of her Aunt Sarah.
Brad Zerfing and Family on the recent passing of Brad’s grandmother Sylvia Zerfing.
John Lackey and family after the passing of his son Judd on July 25.
Congratulations to…
Lester & Holly Strait who adopted Nathanael, Abraham & Caleb on August 8, 2022!
Pastor John & Cynthia Farley and KaLee (Farley) & Josh Chambers on the marriage of KaLee and Josh on August 7!
Can we pray with you? Share your concerns with us and we’ll support you in prayer.
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…Teamwork makes the dreamwork! We’d love to have you on the Welcome Bash team! Just sign up at www.stillnaz.com. Or sign up to serve on a regular basis by clicking the button below.
Stillnaz Weekly Update: Welcome Bash is 17 days away!
Dear friends,
I have yet to meet someone who loves waiting in lines. But in today’s word from Isaiah 30:15-18, we see God inviting the people of Judah essentially to wait in His line. They wanted the convenience and ease of “fast horses.” But when they put their hope in horses, they found themselves easily scared away.
Waiting on God is not convenient or easy, but it brings salvation, strength and blessing.
Sometimes in our efforts to “streamline” and make life “efficient” we can elevate “convenience” to god-like status in our hearts. This has two negative effects. First, it causes me to only obey God when it’s comfortable and convenient. Second, it causes me to (over)react to people who interrupt my flow as if they are “disturbing the peace.”
Today may we “wait on the Lord” and find salvation and strength in Him. May we receive His grace and compassion, and join Him in showing it to others in our world. And as we do, may we receive each person not as a disturbance but as a wonder to behold, a soul to be cherished and a spirit to be encouraged.
Join us in the fourth week of reading through our rest series
Hear Sunday’s message on Rest
Stillmeadow Lane Campus-Pastor Josh Kleinfeld
York City Campus-Chastity Frederick
Put it on your calendar and plan to invite a friend to our annual welcome bash! We’ll be bringing both campuses together to celebrate God’s work and world.
We’ll have the following Food Trucks: Macs Pit Stop, Taqueria El Camino, Z & D Fries, and top it all off with Mr Frosty!
WHAT TO BRING:...lawn chairs or blanket ...lunch money or a picnic ...your friends and neighbors...and a blessing for schools!
PARKING AT THE BASH-Regular Parking at Goode Elementary-(Off of Wallace Street)
Disability/Accessible Parking at York City Campus
(350 E Chestnut Street, York, PA)
BLESS LOCAL SCHOOLS AT THE BASH
(GOODE AND SINKING SPRINGS)
Help us collect goods for Goode and stuff for Sinking Springs.
Bring any or all of the items to the Bash.
~Small packs of crayons, ~Small packs of markers
~Drawing paper tablets, ~Stickers
~Fun pencils, ~Erasers
~Tissues, ~Clorox wipes, ~Fun gel pens
~Individually wrapped candy
~Ziplock bags (all sizes)
~Headphones or earbuds
Youth Pasta Dinner: Sept 17
We are planning our Pasta Dinner for Saturday, September 17th. The event is open to all youth group members, and the success of this event is critical to participation by both parents and teens alike. We'll require help from parents in a planning capacity, and participation from youth to serve at the dinner.
We will be holding an initial planning meeting tonight, 8/11 at 7pm via Zoom. During this meeting, we will discuss...
Ticket Sales, Food Planning / Preparation, Set up Planning, Greeters/Servers, Silent Auction, Baked Good Auction, Thrivent Sponsorship
We are in need of assistance in several of the areas noted above...essentially setting up sub-committees to lead the charge in planning and executing the various areas.
Please respond back to Jennifer Stough @ (717) 495-5368 or via email (timnjennifer@comcast.net) with your interest in helping with this event. We're looking forward to it being a profitable venture and need strong support in making that happen for our teens.
Login for Zoom Meeting will be as follows:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86086213769?pwd=aXRRL3hCRmJudEV0TUlMbmphb01sZz09
In our Sunday services on August 21, we’ll be praying over our kids and youth and school workers as they begin the 2022-2023 school year.
Kindergarten Milestone Event
You are invited to our first Welcome to Kindergarten Milestone Event! We want to support you as you begin this new journey and have a picnic together after church on August 21st at 12PM. We have a Kindergarten teacher joining us, and as the kids play, we will talk to give tips on how your family can start the school year off right, both from a practical and spiritual perspective.
Please RSVP to Pastor Rachel at pastorrachel@stillnaz.com by 8/17.
Youth Activities
Back 2 School Bash @ Ignite–August 23rd, 7pm -8:30pm-It's youth group... but with more games... and water... maybe a balloon fight, who knows?! Don't miss out!
Youth Fall Retreat! SEPT 9-11: It's our annual Fall Retreat, it's a big one! We're going to have a couple other churches join us this year. You won't want to miss i! We will be at Camp Penn in Waynesboro, PA. Register here!
Sponsor a Chair: Give to the Renovation Plus Fund
Our financial team has been diligent in saving regular church tithes and offerings for long-term maintenance on our buildings and properties, so we have been able to fund our recent building updates through that long-term maintenance fund. But we need your help to cover the cost of new chairs for both campuses. After serving us for years, our worship chairs are wearing out and breaking down. Will you sponsor a chair?
Think about it this way: Each chair represents a life of someone who needs the grace of Christ. By helping with the cost of the chairs, you are investing in potential transformation for the sake of Christ.
JOIN IN TWO WAYS…
First, in prayer. I can’t help but wonder who will be blessed in the coming years from our generosity today. Will you join me in praying for them? And will you pray for our current church family to be united in Christ and focused on proclaiming Jesus to all generations?
Second, join in giving. We need $41,580 to complete the chair project. Each chair is roughly $60.00. A row of 8 chairs is $480 and a section of 40 chairs is $2400. Maybe you can sponsor part of a chair, a whole chair, a whole row or a section of chairs. Ask God for guidance and give according to His direction.
Click the “give” button below or text “give” to 717-444-8161 and select “Renovation Plus”. You can also give in person with “Renovation Plus” in the memo line of your check or giving envelope.
Condolences to…
Brad Zerfing and Family on the recent passing of Brad’s grandmother Sylvia Zerfing.
John Lackey and family after the passing of his son Judd on July 25.
Congratulations to…
Lester & Holly Strait who adopted Nathanael, Abraham & Caleb on August 8, 2022!
Pastor John & Cynthia Farley and KaLee (Farley) & Josh Chambers on the marriage of KaLee and Josh on August 7!
Can we pray with you? Share your concerns with us and we’ll support you in prayer.
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…Do you want to join a smaller group of believers to grow in Christ together? The Fall is an excellent time to join an adult discipleship group. Check out the different groups here: www.stillnaz.com/discipleship.
Pray for Kids Camp, Welcome Bash is in 24 days!
Dear friends,
As I read Mark 3:1-6 this morning I was struck by these three thoughts.
I need to beware of having a stubborn and shriveled heart.
I need to be aware of my need for a soft and restored heart.
I need Jesus to soften and restore my heart.
The symptoms of a stubborn heart
The stubborn hearts of the Pharisees were more diseased than the man with the shriveled hand. They resisted God’s movement, ignored the needs of others and opposed Jesus’ healing.
When I find my rest or find my identity in anything less than Jesus, I too am prone to a stubborn heart. With a stubborn heart I am irritated by others’ needs, I will seek to escape my problems with substances or shows or job performance, or I will hold a judgmental attitude towards others.
Pray for soft and restored hearts
As we go about our everyday lives, let us be honest with ourselves and Jesus about where we are stubborn. Let us confess our need for the Spirit to soften our hearts and ask Him to restore our shriveled imaginations. And let’s show evidence of a heart being restored by serving others in their need.
Pray for the Kids at Kids Camp
Our kids and pre-teens are wrapping up their week at camp today and tomorrow. Pray for them and the workers, asking God to speak to their young hearts as He spoke to Josiah and Jeremiah in their youth.
Join us in the third week of reading through our rest series
Hear Sunday’s message on Rest
Stillmeadow Lane Campus-Pastor Josh Kleinfeld
York City Campus-Pastor Jade Frederick
Put it on your calendar and plan to invite a friend to our annual welcome bash! We’ll be bringing both campuses together to celebrate God’s work and world.
WHAT TO BRING:...lawn chairs or blanket ...lunch money or a picnic ...your friends and neighbors...and a blessing for schools!
PARKING AT THE BASH-Regular Parking at Goode Elementary-(Off of Wallace Street)
Disability/Accessible Parking at York City Campus
(350 E Chestnut Street, York, PA)
BLESS LOCAL SCHOOLS AT THE BASH
(GOODE AND SINKING SPRINGS)
Help us collect goods for Goode and stuff for Sinking Springs.
Bring any or all of the items to the Bash.
~Small packs of crayons, ~Small packs of markers
~Drawing paper tablets, ~Stickers
~Fun pencils, ~Erasers
~Tissues, ~Clorox wipes, ~Fun gel pens
~Individually wrapped candy
~Ziplock bags (all sizes)
~Headphones or earbuds
Youth Activities
Back 2 School Bash @ Ignite–August 23rd, 7pm -8:30pm-It's youth group... but with more games... and water... maybe a balloon fight, who knows?! Don't miss out!
Youth Fall Retreat! SEPT 9-11: It's our annual Fall Retreat, it's a big one! We're going to have a couple other churches join us this year. You won't want to miss i! We will be at Camp Penn in Waynesboro, PA. Register here!
Give to the Internship Fund
It was a privilege to receive an invitation to rest and delight in God from our intern Gabe Hurlbert on July 24. He has helped in a lot of ways in our youth ministry this summer and we want to bless him with a scholarship as he goes back to study for ministry at Mid-America Nazarene University. Click the “give” button below or text “give” to 717-444-8161 and select “Intern Fund”!
Condolences to…
John Lackey and family after the passing of his son Judd on July 25.
Can we pray with you? Share your concerns with us and we’ll support you in prayer.
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…We have an awesome team at Stillmeadow. And if you are interested in serving with us, we’d love to have you. Just click that “serve” button below and we’ll connect with you. You can serve in greeting, tech, worship, children or youth ministry and more.
Pray for Summer Camps, Welcome Bash is in 1 month!
Dearly Stillmeadow Family,
As we continue our mini-series on Rest, receive Paul’s encouragement from Philippians 4:6-7.
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”
Yes. His peace guards our hearts and minds as we trust Him with what burdens us.
Can we pray with you about anything? If you are someone you love is facing difficulty, it would be our privilege to join you in praying through that difficulty. If you have any requests, you can always share them with us at www.stillnaz.com/pray.
Join us in the second week of reading through our rest series
Hear Sunday’s message on Relationships
Stillmeadow Lane Campus-Intern Gabe Hurlbert
York City Campus-Pastor Isabell Clark
Pray for Summer Camp
This week (July 25-29) our youth are at camp and next week (August 1-5) our children and pre-teens will be at camp! Please join us in praying that God will open their eyes to His love, embolden their resolve to share His compassion, strengthen their bonds with other believing young people and open doors for new or deepening commitments to Him.
Put it on your calendar and plan to invite a friend to our annual welcome bash! We’ll be bringing both campuses together to celebrate God’s work and world.
Youth Activities
Back 2 School Bash @ Ignite–August 23rd, 7pm -8:30pm-It's youth group... but with more games... and water... maybe a balloon fight, who knows?! Don't miss out!
Youth Fall Retreat! SEPT 9-11: It's our annual Fall Retreat, it's a big one! We're going to have a couple other churches join us this year. You won't want to miss i! We will be at Camp Penn in Waynesboro, PA. Register here!
Give to the Internship Fund
It was a privilege to receive an invitation to rest and delight in God from our intern Gabe Hurlbert this past Sunday. He has helped in a lot of ways in our youth ministry this summer and we want to bless him with a scholarship as he goes back to study for ministry at Mid-America Nazarene University. Click the “give” button below or text “give” to 717-444-8161 and select “Intern Fund”!
Do you know someone in grief? We have GriefShare
Led by Pastor Kathy Foltz, GriefShare is special weekly support group for people grieving the death of someone close. It’s a place where you can be around people who understand how you feel and the pain of your loss. At GriefShare you’ll learn valuable information that will help you through this difficult time in your life. The next 13 week cycle of GriefShare begins Saturday, August 6th, 10AM-12 Noon. For more information or to register contact Pastor Kathy at 434-566-9842 or at pastorkathy@stillnaz.com.
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…We have an awesome team at Stillmeadow. And if you are interested in serving with us, we’d love to have you. Just click that “serve” button below and we’ll connect with you. You can serve in greeting, tech, worship, children or youth ministry and more.
Do you know someone in grief? Pray for Summer Camps
Dearly Stillmeadow Family,
On Sunday we began our mini-series on Rest.
Today’s reading is Ephesians 1:18-23.
Why are we able to rest? Because in Jesus we have “the riches of his glorious inheritance” and a God who “raised Christ from the dead” and a Savior who “fills everything in everyway.” We have everything we need, God’s power is greater than death and Jesus’ authority is over everything.
In other words: We can rest because God is in control.
Take a deep breath and ask God “that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened.” And relax in Him that “God placed all things under his feet and appointed him to be head over everything for the church.”
Join us in the first week of reading through our rest series
Hear Sunday’s message on Relationships
Stillmeadow Lane Campus-Pastor Rachel Zeigler
York City Campus-Pastor Jade Frederick
Put it on your calendar and plan to invite a friend to our annual welcome bash! We’ll be bringing both campuses together to celebrate God’s work and world.
Do You Know Someone In Grief? We have GriefShare
Led by Pastor Kathy Foltz, GriefShare is special weekly support group for people grieving the death of someone close. It’s a place where you can be around people who understand how you feel and the pain of your loss. At GriefShare you’ll learn valuable information that will help you through this difficult time in your life. The next 13 week cycle of GriefShare begins Saturday, August 6th, 10AM-12 Noon. For more information or to register contact Pastor Kathy at 434-566-9842 or at pastorkathy@stillnaz.com.
Building Transition Update
It is so cool to think of the lives that have been impacted over the past 84 years of ministry through the Church of the Nazarene here in York. As we went from being “First Church of the Nazarene” to “Stillmeadow Church of the Nazarene” we have had 7 different locations for regular worship (not to mention the times we worshiped at Cousler Park or the Fairground or our front lawn) and countless other spaces for small groups and family ministry.
In each space, something sacred happened as the people of God gathered and poured out their hearts and worked together for God’s kingdom. We wonder what will happen in the next 84 years of ministry (2106)!
Our team has been working hard on the newest transition of our building, preparing for more impact and transformation for the years to come. We have cleaned out and rearranged storage closets, taken things off the walls to prepare for paint, moved our video tech team out of the middle of the Family Life Center, and more.
UPCOMING CHANGES
We are so thankful for the volunteers, staff and the trustees of our board that are working together to update the building. Over the next couple weeks and months, here are some of the updates you’ll see…
-new paint on hallways, classrooms, Kid’s Worship Center, and the Family Life Center
-a new kid’s welcome center
-a new security door in the Stillnaz Kid’s hallway
-updated flooring for Kid’s Worship Center, Café, hallways, and the Family Life Center
-black drape for the stage and walls of the Family Life Center
-wall decorations throughout the building to tell God’s story of Stillmeadow
-mailboxes taken down (and will be modified and put up for holiday card giving)
-new chairs in the worship center (for both campuses)
Pray with us
As we follow Him through these transitions, pray with us that God will continue to reach people of every age, race and gender with His grace through our ministries. Pray that, with Jesus, we will be unified in following Him and making Him known to our community.
Give with us
We have been able to do most of these changes with money that we have intentionally set aside, but will need additional funds to finish the projects. We encourage you to give to the “Renovation Plus” fund. You can give online at the button below, or text “Give” to 717-444-8161, or write a check to Stillmeadow with “Renovation Plus” in the memo line.
Quarterly Giving Update
God has continued to show His grace through your continued faithfulness in giving. Thank you! You can give online at the button above. Or text: “GIVE” to 717-444-8161 to give through text.
Pray For Campers
This week (July 25-29) our teens will be attending youth camp and the following week (August 1-5), our children and pre-teens will be attending kids camp. Please join us in praying that God will open their eyes to His love, embolden their resolve to share His compassion, strengthen their bonds with other believing young people and open doors for new or deepening commitments to Him.
Missions Prayer Emphasis for July and August-USA/Canada
Because we want to be people who pray relentlessly, we cover the earth with our prayers through the year. For July and August, we’re asking God to provide for, protect and direct the work of these missionaries and to pour out His Spirit of justice, grace and truth over these countries in the USA and Canada field of the Church of the Nazarene.
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…Have you done a personal growth plan? Have you taken intentional steps to pattern your life after the loving way of Jesus? This rest series is a great time to jump in or renew your past plan. You can check it out at www.stillnaz.com/growthplan.
Pray for Mission Week, Building Transition Update
Dearly Beloved,
The letter Paul wrote to the church in Corinth is a bit of an emotional roller coaster as Paul tried to navigate the relational tension they’ve experienced. But, in today’s reading, at the close of the letter, Paul said: “Everything we do, dear friends, is for your strengthening.” (2 Corinthians 12:19)
Is that the goal for your relationships? To strengthen those people in your life?
Can you think of someone whose life strengthens yours? Thank God for that person and consider this an invitation to prioritize strengthening others in Christ.
If you truly want everything you do to strengthen others, then you are likely going to need to ask God for help to stop certain practices. Paul was concerned that the church in Corinth might have the practices of “discord, jealousy, fits of rage, selfish ambition, slander, gossip, arrogance and disorder” (12:20) or “impurity, sexual sin and debauchery” (12:21). If any of those things are in our lives, they hinder our work of strengthening others.
Prayer…Jesus, You loved perfectly and died for us, so that we might be reconciled to you and be a part of your ministry of reconciliation. We cannot carry your message of grace if we practice discord, jealousy, rage, selfishness, slander, gossip, arrogance or disorder. We cannot continue your ministry of reconciliation if we are living lives of impurity, sexual sin or debauchery. Help us overcome whatever sin within us so that we may strengthen others with our lives.
Join us in the last week of reading through 2 Corinthians for our relationship series
Hear Sunday’s message on Relationships
Stillmeadow Lane Campus-Pastor Josh Kleinfeld
York City Campus-Pastor Jade Frederick
Pray for Mission Week
This week (July 11-15) 40 teens and youth workers are serving in York, Kutztown, and Salisbury, MD. It will be a great week for our teens to grow by serving others locally in York, in surrounding counties, and even in Maryland. The teens will be serving in areas of compassionate ministries to help clothe the needy, serving other churches, and even building a wheelchair ramp for a veteran. Would you join us in praying for them from for the rest of their time? Please pray for God to move in the hearts of our teens, leaders, and those they will be serving, as well as physical safety as they travel for the various service projects.
GriefShare
Led by Pastor Kathy Foltz, GriefShare is special weekly support group for people grieving the death of someone close. It’s a place where you can be around people who understand how you feel and the pain of your loss. At GriefShare you’ll learn valuable information that will help you through this difficult time in your life. The next 13 week cycle of GriefShare begins Saturday, August 6th, 10AM-12 Noon. For more information or to register contact Pastor Kathy at 434-566-9842 or at pastorkathy@stillnaz.com.
Put it on your calendar and plan to invite a friend to our annual welcome bash! We’ll be bringing both campuses together to celebrate God’s work and world.
Building Transition Update
It is so cool to think of the lives that have been impacted over the past 84 years of ministry through the Church of the Nazarene here in York. As we went from being “First Church of the Nazarene” to “Stillmeadow Church of the Nazarene” we have had 7 different locations for regular worship (not to mention the times we worshiped at Cousler Park or the Fairground or our front lawn) and countless other spaces for small groups and family ministry.
In each space, something sacred happened as the people of God gathered and poured out their hearts and worked together for God’s kingdom. We wonder what will happen in the next 84 years of ministry (2106)!
Our team has been working hard on the newest transition of our building, preparing for more impact and transformation for the years to come. We have cleaned out and rearranged storage closets, taken things off the walls to prepare for paint, moved our video tech team out of the middle of the Family Life Center, and more.
UPCOMING CHANGES
We are so thankful for the volunteers, staff and the trustees of our board that are working together to update the building. Over the next couple weeks and months, here are some of the updates you’ll see…
-new paint on hallways, classrooms, Kid’s Worship Center, and the Family Life Center
-a new kid’s welcome center
-a new security door in the Stillnaz Kid’s hallway
-updated flooring for Kid’s Worship Center, Café, hallways, and the Family Life Center
-black drape for the stage and walls of the Family Life Center
-wall decorations throughout the building to tell God’s story of Stillmeadow
-mailboxes taken down (and will be modified and put up for holiday card giving)
-new chairs in the worship center (for both campuses)
Pray with us
As we follow Him through these transitions, pray with us that God will continue to reach people of every age, race and gender with His grace through our ministries. Pray that, with Jesus, we will be unified in following Him and making Him known to our community.
Give with us
We have been able to do most of these changes with money that we have intentionally set aside, but will need additional funds to finish the projects. We encourage you to give to the “Renovation Plus” fund. You can give online at the button below, or text “Give” to 717-444-8161, or write a check to Stillmeadow with “Renovation Plus” in the memo line.
Quarterly Giving Update
God has continued to show His grace through your continued faithfulness in giving. Thank you! You can give online at the button above. Or text: “GIVE” to 717-444-8161 to give through text.
Congratulations To…
Heath and Kate Grim, who welcomed Corban James Grim to their family and our world on June 17!
Thank You…
Just as Paul notes the generosity of the Corinthian church in our weekly readings in this sermon series, I want to commend the Stillmeadow Church for your generosity to the Rise Against Hunger event last week. You gave $4,626!! We bagged 10,000 meals to feed hungry children and adults. Your heart of a servant is evident and is a blessing in so many ways. Please accept this sincere thanks from Erma Shaffer and the Mission team at Stillmeadow.
Missions Prayer Emphasis for July and August-USA/Canada
Because we want to be people who pray relentlessly, we cover the earth with our prayers through the year. For July and August, we’re asking God to provide for, protect and direct the work of these missionaries and to pour out His Spirit of justice, grace and truth over these countries in the USA and Canada field of the Church of the Nazarene.
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…We needed just over $300 for our Rise Against Hunger event and we far exceeded that by bringing in an extra $1,135 for a total of $4,626! Thanks to everybody who gave!
PPS…It was soooo good to work together as a church family to package 10,000 meals with Rise Against Hunger. Thanks to everybody who served!
Pray for Mission Week, Rise Against Hunger, Quarterly Giving Update
Dearly Beloved,
Did you know…”God is able to bless you abundantly, so that in ALL THINGS and at ALL TIMES, having ALL THAT YOU NEED, you will abound in every good work?” (2 Corinthians 9:8)
Think about that.
His blessings are more abundant than fireworks around the 4th of July.
And his blessings are for his people to abound in every good work.
You, dear sister, dear brother, have a God who gives you what you need to do the good even when your circumstances are tough and your emotions are frazzled and your friends are gone.
What good work is God calling you to give to?
And as you give, do you give with a grudge or with gratitude? (God loves a cheerful giver! 2 Corinthians 9:7)
Paul says that as you give “you will be enriched in EVERY WAY so that you can be generous on EVERY OCCASION” (2 Corinthians 9:11).
As we give our time, talent and treasures to others in need, let us give with the one who blesses abundantly. Read Paul’s thoughts on generosity in 2 Corinthians 9:1-15
Join us in reading through 2 Corinthians during our relationship series
Hear Sunday’s message on Relationships
Stillmeadow Lane Campus-Pastor Josh Kleinfeld
York City Campus-Chastity Frederick
Pray for Mission Week
Next week (July 11-15) 40 teens and youth workers are going to be serving in York, Kutztown, and Salisbury, MD. It will be a great week for our teens to grow by serving others locally in York, in surrounding counties, and even in Maryland. The teens will be serving in areas of compassionate ministries to help clothe the needy, serving other churches, and even building a wheelchair ramp for a veteran. Would you join us in praying for them from Monday-Friday? Please pray for God to move in the hearts of our teens, leaders, and those they will be serving, as well as physical safety as they travel for the various service projects.
This Sunday, July 10, immediately following the 10:30 service, we are going to pack 10,000 meals for those in need.
We need just $309 (as of July 7) to make our $3800 goal for 10,000 meals. At $.38 per meal, we’re grateful to help meet the needs of neighbors around the globe.
Check out these stories of impact.
If you have any questions about volunteering, contact our Nazarene Missions Director, Erma Shaffer (ermashaffer22@gmail.com).
If you give online, click above & select “Rise Against Hunger.”
Put it on your calendar and plan to invite a friend to our annual welcome bash! We’ll be bringing both campuses together to celebrate God’s work and world.
Building Transition Update
It is so cool to think of the lives that have been impacted over the past 84 years of ministry through the Church of the Nazarene here in York. As we went from being “First Church of the Nazarene” to “Stillmeadow Church of the Nazarene” we have had 7 different locations for regular worship (not to mention the times we worshiped at Cousler Park or the Fairground or our front lawn) and countless other spaces for small groups and family ministry.
In each space, something sacred happened as the people of God gathered and poured out their hearts and worked together for God’s kingdom. We wonder what will happen in the next 84 years of ministry (2106)!
Our team has been working hard on the newest transition of our building, preparing for more impact and transformation for the years to come. We have cleaned out and rearranged storage closets, taken things off the walls to prepare for paint, moved our video tech team out of the middle of the Family Life Center, and more.
UPCOMING CHANGES
We are so thankful for the volunteers, staff and the trustees of our board that are working together to update the building. Over the next couple weeks and months, here are some of the updates you’ll see…
-new paint on hallways, classrooms, Kid’s Worship Center, and the Family Life Center
-a new kid’s welcome center
-a new security door in the Stillnaz Kid’s hallway
-updated flooring for Kid’s Worship Center, Café, hallways, and the Family Life Center
-updated painting of gym side of the Family Life Center
-black drape for the stage and walls of the Family Life Center
-wall decorations throughout the building to tell God’s story of Stillmeadow
-mailboxes taken down (and will be modified and put up for holiday card giving)
-new chairs in the worship center (for both campuses)
Pray with us
As we follow Him through these transitions, pray with us that God will continue to reach people of every age, race and gender with His grace through our ministries. Pray that, with Jesus, we will be unified in following Him and making Him known to our community.
Give with us
We have been able to do most of these changes with money that we have intentionally set aside, but will need additional funds to finish the projects. We encourage you to give to the “Renovation Plus” fund. You can give online at the button below, or text “Give” to 717-444-8161, or write a check to Stillmeadow with “Renovation Plus” in the memo line.
Quarterly Giving Update
God has continued to show His grace through your continued faithfulness in giving. Thank you! You can give online at the button above. Or text: “GIVE” to 717-444-8161 to give through text.
Congratulations To…
Heath and Kate Grim, who welcomed Corban James Grim to their family and our world on June 17!
Christina Howett and Joseph Stola who became husband and wife on June 11!
Brian and Kayla Meyers, who welcomed Jase Edward Meyers to our world on June 11!
Condolences To…
Matt Snell and Family—Matt’s father Ron Snell passed away June 10.
Thank You…
Thank you to all who took the time to send cards and attend Barry’s Celebration of Life. Your kindness meant so much to me.
~from Pat Anderson
Missions Prayer Emphasis for July and August-USA/Canada
Because we want to be people who pray relentlessly, we cover the earth with our prayers through the year. For July and August, we’re asking God to provide for, protect and direct the work of these missionaries and to pour out His Spirit of justice, grace and truth over these countries in the USA and Canada regions of the Church of the Nazarene.
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
Rise Against Hunger with us, Welcome Bash in August!
Dearly Beloved,
Instead of commentary on the reading for the day (daily readings can be found here), here are a few quotes from Paul from 2 Corinthians 5:11-6:2…
We know what it is to fear the Lord, so we try to persuade others.
For Christ’s love compels us, because we are convinced that one died for all…that those who live should no longer live for themselves but for him who died for them and was raised again.
We regard no one from a worldly point of view.
If anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: the old has gone, the new is here!
All this is from God, who reconciled us to himself through Christ and gave us the ministry of reconciliation: that God was reconciling the world to himself in Christ, not counting people’s sins against them. And he has committed to us the message of reconciliation.
As God’s co-workers, we urge you not to receive God’s grace in vain…(because)…now is the time of God’s favor, now is the day of salvation.
Receive and believe these truths today, wherever you are and for whoever you’re with.
Join us in reading through 2 Corinthians during our relationship series
Hear Sunday’s message on Relationships
Stillmeadow Lane Campus-Pastor Josh Kleinfeld
York City Campus-Pastor Jade & Chastity Frederick
On July 10, immediately following the 10:30 service, we are going to have a unique service event where we plan to pack at least 10,000 meals for those in need.
Check out these stories of impact.
You can participate by signing up to serve or by giving to meet our $3800 goal (which makes 10,000 meals).
Sign up at the church building or by contacting Erma Shaffer (ermashaffer22@gmail.com).
If you give online, click below & select “Rise Against Hunger.” As of today (June 30), we are just $856 away from our goal! At $.38 per meal, we’re grateful to help meet the needs of neighbors around the globe.
Put it on your calendar and plan to invite a friend to our annual welcome bash! We’ll be bringing both campuses together to celebrate God’s work and world.
THANKS FOR MAKING VBS AWESOME!
What a great week we had with 173 children and 61 helpers!
We learned at VBS last week how to “Make Waves” in our world by showing Jesus’ love to others. One small act of obedience to Jesus can cause a ripple effect and change the world around us. Thank you to the volunteers who said “Yes!” to VBS and started a ripple in the lives of the families in our community. Thank you for your time, example, and love that you gave to the kids in our community. We believe that there were some seeds planted, or some ripples started, that the Holy Spirit will turn into some big waves!
Youth 2022 Summer Plans
July 11-15 — Mission Week (Current Grades 5-12)
July 25-29 — Summer Camp (Current Grades 6-12)
For more information go to stillnaz.com/sny
Congratulations To…
Christina Howett and Joseph Stola who became husband and wife on June 11!
Heath and Kate Grim, who welcomed Corban James Grim to their family and our world on June 17!
Brian and Kayla Meyers, who welcomed Jase Edward Meyers to our world on June 11!
Condolences To…
Matt Snell and Family—Matt’s father Ron Snell passed away June 10.
Pat Anderson & Family-Barry Anderson, Pat’s husband of 57 years passed away June 5th.
Missions Prayer Emphasis for May & June-Asia Pacific
Because we want to be people who pray relentlessly, we cover the earth with our prayers through the year. For May and June, we’re asking God to provide for, protect and direct the work of these missionaries and to pour out His Spirit of justice, grace and truth over these countries in the Asia Pacific region of the Church of the Nazarene.
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
Chicken BBQ Saturday, Thanks VBS Peeps, and Rise Against Hunger…
Hey smelly saints!
You ever smell something that immediately reminds you of someone or someplace?
As believers, Paul describes us as “the aroma of Christ” (2 Corinthians 2:15). So, in a very real way, our lives are to smell like Jesus, to remind the world of Someone Else, someone who has overcome sin and death.
How do we relate to others like that? “in Christ we speak before God with sincerity, as those sent from God.” (2 Corinthians 2:17)
True, aromatic, smelly, transformative ministry is…
“In Christ”…in intimate union with Him, not apart from Him
“Before God”…under the Father’s watchful care, in His constant presence
“With sincerity”…full-hearted devotion, integrity and honesty, not faking it or putting on a show
“Sent from God”…not for our own fame, but according to His word and will.
Let’s be smelly today, for the sake of Christ, the glory of God and the good of our families and neighbors. Relax…this is not about you, but about Him, the One who overcame the grave and is calling people to Himself through his smelly saints and with his Holy Spirit today.
Join us in reading through 2 Corinthians during our relationship series
Hear Sunday’s message on Relationships
Stillmeadow Lane Campus-Pastor Josh Kleinfeld
York City Campus-Pastor Jade Frederick
Would You Like to be Baptized?
We would love to celebrate your life in Christ through baptism on July 3 or August 28 (the Welcome Bash)! If you’d like to be baptized, please sign up at stillnaz.com/baptism! The Baptism Class for July 3rd baptism is June 26th at 10:30AM.
THANKS FOR MAKING VBS AWESOME!
What a great week we had with 173 children and 61 helpers!
We learned at VBS last week how to “Make Waves” in our world by showing Jesus’ love to others. One small act of obedience to Jesus can cause a ripple effect and change the world around us. Thank you to the volunteers who said “Yes!” to VBS and started a ripple in the lives of the families in our community. Thank you for your time, example, and love that you gave to the kids in our community. We believe that there were some seeds planted, or some ripples started, that the Holy Spirit will turn into some big waves!
Support the Youth Chicken BBQ this Saturday!!
Pre-orders can be called in to Jennifer Stough (at (717) 495-5368 or timnjennifer@comcast.net) by end of day Thursday, 6/23. Thank you for supporting our teens as they shake their tailfeathers and serve up a delicious meal!
FAMILY WORSHIP THIS SUNDAY
This Sunday in our 9:00 and 10:30 services, children 3 and up will join in worship with the adults! We will have youth ministry in the 10:30, but no children’s ministry.
On July 10, immediately following the 10:30 service, we are going to have a unique service event where we plan to pack at least 10,000 meals for those in need.
Check out these stories of impact.
You can participate by signing up to serve or by giving to meet our $3800 goal (which makes 10,000 meals).
Sign up at the church building or by contacting Erma Shaffer (ermashaffer22@gmail.com).
If you give online, click below & select “Rise Against Hunger.”
Adopt a Garden Bed
Would you like to help beautify the exterior of our Stillmeadow Lane Campus? We’re inviting families and small groups to adopt a garden bed. If interested, we’ll have sign ups on Sunday or you can contact Lynn Staley at 717-801-7266 or email garden@stillnaz.com.
Youth 2022 Summer Plans
July 11-15 — Mission Week (Current Grades 5-12)
July 25-29 — Summer Camp (Current Grades 6-12)
For more information go to stillnaz.com/sny
Congratulations To…
Heath and Kate Grim, who welcomed Corban James Grim to their family and our world on June 17!
Brian and Kayla Meyers, who welcomed Jase Edward Meyers to our world on June 11!
Garrett and Natalie Wagner, who welcomed Judah Alan Wagner to our world on May 23!
Condolences To…
Matt Snell and Family—Matt’s father Ron Snell passed away June 10.
Pat Anderson & Family-Barry Anderson, Pat’s husband of 57 years passed away June 5th. www.diehlfuneralhome.com/obituary/Barry-Anderson. We will be having a Celebration of Life service immediately at 12:00PM on June 26 (immediately after the 10:30 worship service).
Missions Prayer Emphasis for May & June-Asia Pacific
Because we want to be people who pray relentlessly, we cover the earth with our prayers through the year. For May and June, we’re asking God to provide for, protect and direct the work of these missionaries and to pour out His Spirit of justice, grace and truth over these countries in the Asia Pacific region of the Church of the Nazarene.
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
Support Youth Chicken BBQ, Sign up for Baptisms and more
Dear Friends,
A word of encouragement as we finish our series on work…
“So then, those who suffer according to God’s will should commit themselves to their faithful Creator and continue to do good.” (1 Peter 4:19)
When you face resistance for following Christ, it may be tempting or even easy to retreat and withdraw from doing good. But Peter reminds the early church, who faced great resistance to not give up on doing good. So, today, let us remember that our God is the faithful Creator and commit to His creative way of love in this world.
Hear Sunday’s message on Work
Stillmeadow Lane Campus-Pastor Josh Kleinfeld
York City Campus-Pastor Jade Frederick
Would You Like to be Baptized?
We would love to celebrate your life in Christ through baptism on July 3 or August 28 (the Welcome Bash)! If you’d like to be baptized, please sign up at stillnaz.com/baptism! The Baptism Class for July 3rd baptism is June 26th at 10:30AM.
Building Transition Update
In the last two years, we have discovered new ways to more effectively use our Stillmeadow Lane campus. We can provide greater security and flow for our children’s ministries by having them worship in the Worship Center and meet on the east side of the building. This means we have moved adults to worship in the Family Life Center on the west side of the building, which has given us more space to worship together.
We have cleaned out and rearranged storage closets, taken things off the walls to prepare for paint, moved our video tech team out of the middle of the Family Life Center, and more.
UPCOMING CHANGES
We are so thankful for the volunteers, staff and the trustees of our board that are working together to update the building. Over the next couple weeks and months, here are some of the updates you’ll see…
-new paint on hallways, classrooms, Kid’s Worship Center, and the Family Life Center
-a new kid’s welcome center
-a new security door in the Stillnaz Kid’s hallway
-updated flooring for Kid’s Worship Center, Café, hallways, and the Family Life Center
-black drape for the stage and walls of the Family Life Center
-wall decorations throughout the building to tell God’s story of Stillmeadow
Pray with us
As we follow Him through these transitions, pray with us that God will continue to reach people of every age, race and gender with His grace through our ministries. Pray that, with Jesus, we will be unified in following Him and making Him known to our community.
Support the Youth Chicken BBQ!!
Pre-orders are encouraged and can be called in to Jennifer Stough (at (717) 495-5368 or timnjennifer@comcast.net) by end of day Thursday, 6/23. We will also take orders at the in the foyer THIS Sunday, 6/19. Thank you for supporting our teens as they shake their tailfeathers and serve up a delicious meal!
Adopt a Garden Bed
Would you like to help beautify the exterior of our Stillmeadow Lane Campus? We’re inviting families and small groups to adopt a garden bed. If interested, we’ll have sign ups on Sunday or you can contact Lynn Staley at 717-801-7266 or email garden@stillnaz.com.
We Belong Together
Join Pastor Isabell Clark from Stillmeadow and other Nazarenes in an event that is open to all interested persons and geared to address issues that impact the Black Church, as well as others that wish to minister to the Black community.
Special speakers include Dr. Fili Chambo, general superintendent of the Church of the Nazarene, Dr. Eric Lee of Springfield Baptist Church, Rev. Gary Houston of Northside Church of the Nazarene, and Rev. Richard Griffiths of Bronx Bethany Church of the Nazarene. We will have a special Saturday morning service with our women attendees in navy blue and sky blue attire with our special guest speaker, Rev. Judy Linton of Freeport Community Church of the Nazarene. If interested, contact Pastor Isabell at pastorisabell@stillnaz.com.
www.usacanadaregion.org/index.php/multicultural-ministries/black-ministries
Mid-Atlantic District Family Camp
June 27 - July 3, 2022
Roxbury Holiness Camp & Conference Center
13763 Cumberland Hwy, Orrstown, PA 17244
Youth 2022 Summer Plans
June 22 — Dorney Park (Current Grades 6-12)
July 11-15 — Mission Week (Current Grades 5-12)
July 25-29 — Summer Camp (Current Grades 6-12)
For more information go to stillnaz.com/sny
Congratulations To…
Brian and Kayla Meyers, who welcomed Jase Edward Meyers to our world on June 11!
Trey and Jenna Farley, who got married on May 21, and Pastor John and Cynthia Farley who have a new “daughter-in-love”.
Garrett and Natalie Wagner, who welcomed Judah Alan Wagner to our world on May 23!
Condolences To…
Matt Snell and Family—Matt’s father Ron Snell passed away June 10.
Pat Anderson & Family-Barry Anderson, Pat’s husband of 57 years passed away June 5th. www.diehlfuneralhome.com/obituary/Barry-Anderson. We will be having a Celebration of Life service immediately at 12:00PM on June 26 (immediately after the 10:30 worship service).
Missions Prayer Emphasis for May & June-Asia Pacific
Because we want to be people who pray relentlessly, we cover the earth with our prayers through the year. For May and June, we’re asking God to provide for, protect and direct the work of these missionaries and to pour out His Spirit of justice, grace and truth over these countries in the Asia Pacific region of the Church of the Nazarene.
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
Baptism Sign Up, Building Update, Adopt a Garden Bed
Dear Friends,
A word of encouragement in the middle of our series on work…
“And we know that in all things GOD WORKS for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.” (Romans 8:27)
Even while you work, living out your calling as a human being in the Christian tradition, God works. In the pain and struggle, in the joy and triumph, in “ALL THINGS” He is at work. Trust Him today.
Hear Sunday’s message on Work
Stillmeadow Lane Campus-Pastor Chris Fuller
York City Campus-Casey Harrison
Would You Like to be Baptized?
We would love to celebrate your life in Christ through baptism on July 3 or August 28 (the Welcome Bash)! If you’d like to be baptized, please sign up at stillnaz.com/baptism! The Baptism Class for July 3rd baptism is June 26th at 10:30AM.
Building Transition Update
In the last two years, we have discovered new ways to more effectively use our Stillmeadow Lane campus. We can provide greater security and flow for our children’s ministries by having them worship in the Worship Center and meet on the east side of the building. This means we have moved adults to worship in the Family Life Center on the west side of the building, which has given us more space to worship together.
We have cleaned out and rearranged storage closets, taken things off the walls to prepare for paint, moved our video tech team out of the middle of the Family Life Center, and more.
UPCOMING CHANGES
We are so thankful for the volunteers, staff and the trustees of our board that are working together to update the building. Over the next couple weeks and months, here are some of the updates you’ll see…
-new paint on hallways, classrooms, Kid’s Worship Center, and the Family Life Center
-a new kid’s welcome center
-a new security door in the Stillnaz Kid’s hallway
-updated flooring for Kid’s Worship Center, Café, hallways, and the Family Life Center
-black drape for the stage and walls of the Family Life Center
-wall decorations throughout the building to tell God’s story of Stillmeadow
Pray with us
As we follow Him through these transitions, pray with us that God will continue to reach people of every age, race and gender with His grace through our ministries. Pray that, with Jesus, we will be unified in following Him and making Him known to our community.
Adopt a Garden Bed
Would you like to help beautify the exterior of our Stillmeadow Lane Campus? We’re inviting families and small groups to adopt a garden bed. If interested, we’ll have sign ups on Sunday or you can contact Lynn Staley at 717-801-7266 or email garden@stillnaz.com.
Sign up for a fun week focused on how Jesus makes a difference in our lives to help us make a difference in the world. Register for Vacation Bible School by clicking on the image!
We Belong Together
Join Pastor Isabell Clark from Stillmeadow and other Nazarenes in an event that is open to all interested persons and geared to address issues that impact the Black Church, as well as others that wish to minister to the Black community.
Special speakers include Dr. Fili Chambo, general superintendent of the Church of the Nazarene, Dr. Eric Lee of Springfield Baptist Church, Rev. Gary Houston of Northside Church of the Nazarene, and Rev. Richard Griffiths of Bronx Bethany Church of the Nazarene. We will have a special Saturday morning service with our women attendees in navy blue and sky blue attire with our special guest speaker, Rev. Judy Linton of Freeport Community Church of the Nazarene. If interested, contact Pastor Isabell at pastorisabell@stillnaz.com.
www.usacanadaregion.org/index.php/multicultural-ministries/black-ministries
Mid-Atlantic District Family Camp
June 27 - July 3, 2022
Roxbury Holiness Camp & Conference Center
13763 Cumberland Hwy, Orrstown, PA 17244
Youth 2022 Summer Plans
June 22 — Dorney Park (Current Grades 6-12)
July 11-15 — Mission Week (Current Grades 5-12)
July 25-29 — Summer Camp (Current Grades 6-12)
For more information go to stillnaz.com/sny
Congratulations To…
Trey and Jenna Farley, who got married on May 21, and Pastor John and Cynthia Farley who have a new “daughter-in-love”.
Garrett and Natalie Wagner, who welcomed Judah Alan Wagner to our world on May 23!
Condolences To…
Pat Anderson & Family-Barry Anderson, Pat’s husband of 57 years passed away June 5th. www.diehlfuneralhome.com/obituary/Barry-Anderson
To Stacey Springer & Family-Stacey’s father Jim Cummings passed away May 14th.
To the David Bode & Ben Bode Families-Sandy Bode, mother of David and grandmother of Ben passed away May 12th.
To the Guyer Family-Michael Guyer, son of the late Dot and Harry Guyer (long time members) passed away recently.
Missions Prayer Emphasis for May & June-Asia Pacific
Because we want to be people who pray relentlessly, we cover the earth with our prayers through the year. For May and June, we’re asking God to provide for, protect and direct the work of these missionaries and to pour out His Spirit of justice, grace and truth over these countries in the Asia Pacific region of the Church of the Nazarene.
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
Join Vacation Bible School, Support our Summer Intern, and more
Dear Friends,
On Sunday, we continued our exploration of “Work” and looked at it through the lens of Abraham’s story (Genesis 12:1-7, 17:1-8). As you go about your work today, remember to…
1) Walk with God, 2) Be Different (in a holy way), 3) Do it as a gift for God, 4) Do it as a gift for others, 5) Do it for the next generation, and 6) Keep on Walking.
This is the final week of our Half-Million Mobilization Prayer focus. Here is today’s devotional entry.
Scripture insights from Mike Kitsko, District Superintendent, Eastern Michigan.
James 5:16 Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective.
Scripture Insights Have we ever lived in a more divided time? God wants to heal the divisiveness. If we come in humility to pray for each other, God may heal us. I desperately want to experience the kind of healing that breaks boundaries—the kind of healing that brings unity, alignment, and passion to our shared mission.
However, the necessity of confession can be scary. I do not want to analyze how I contribute to the divisiveness. What are my sins? What am I posting? How am I speaking to others? How have I been acting? If I want to be the “righteous person” who prays powerfully and effectively, then I must first take an honest look at myself, recognize my sins, confess my sins, pray with and for others, and experience the healing God wants to give.
I want to be the Christlike disciple who prays with power and effectiveness.
Today’s Prayer God, help me become the kind of person who seeks healing. Give me eyes to see my duplicity. Give me humility to confess. Grant to us the healing you desperately want to give. Bless the church with more Christlike disciples.
Hear Sunday’s message on Work
Stillmeadow Lane Campus-Pastor Josh Kleinfeld
York City Campus-Pastor Jade Frederick
Make Waves at VBS
Sign your children and your friends’ children up for a fun week focused on how Jesus makes a difference in our lives to help us make a difference in our world.
Volunteer at VBS
An incredible way to share Jesus with the next generation is to volunteer at Vacation Bible School. You can help with snacks, games, or be a part of small group with kids.
Sunday, June 5th, is Move Up Sunday!
All children ages 3 through 5th grade will attend their normal Sunday Worship class and after a celebration will move to their new class (9 & 10:30 services)! Current 5th graders will be receiving a gift and a small graduation moment before we graduate them to the youth group. Please email Pastor Rachel at pastorrachel@stillnaz.com with any questions
Stillmeadow Internship Program
This summer Gabe Hurlbert is serving as our summer intern to youth. Gabe is studying youth ministry at Mid-America Nazarene University. You can support Gabe by donating to the internship program which will go directly to the school on his behalf. You can include a note of encouragement to Gabe that he will receive at the end of the internship. To be a part of this go here: https://tinyurl.com/ym3eakwf
Grad Sunday 6/5
We are so excited to honor our high school and college graduates! We will be honoring them in front of the congregation in all of our worship services that Sunday with a slideshow and a special congregational blessing. Graduates and their families may attend any of our 3 services (9/10:30 @ Stillmeadow lane, 11 @ York City Campus).
Youth 2022 Summer Plans
June 22 — Dorney Park (Current Grades 6-12)
July 11-15 — Mission Week (Current Grades 5-12)
July 25-29 — Summer Camp (Current Grades 6-12)
For more information go to stillnaz.com/sny
Congratulations To…
Trey and Jenna Farley, who got married on May 21, and Pastor John and Cynthia Farley who have a new “daughter-in-love”.
Garrett and Natalie Wagner, who welcomed Judah Alan Wagner to our world on May 23!
Condolences To…
To Stacey Springer & Family-Stacey’s father Jim Cummings passed away May 14th.
To the David Bode & Ben Bode Families-Sandy Bode, mother of David and grandmother of Ben passed away May 12th.
To the Guyer Family-Michael Guyer, son of the late Dot and Harry Guyer (long time members) passed away recently.
Missions Prayer Emphasis for May & June-Asia Pacific
Because we want to be people who pray relentlessly, we cover the earth with our prayers through the year. For May and June, we’re asking God to provide for, protect and direct the work of these missionaries and to pour out His Spirit of justice, grace and truth over these countries in the Asia Pacific region of the Church of the Nazarene.
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
Keep Praying, Grad Sunday is June 5, Support our Intern
Dear Friends,
On Sunday, we explored the truth that every human is made in God’s image and “crowned with glory and splendor” (Psalm 8). So our hearts break when we hear the stories of fellow humans destroyed through recent violence as they have been in Buffalo, Uvalde and here in York. We grieve over these losses and pour out our grief to the God who grieves with us. And we pray for the victims and those serving the victims in this time.
It seems fitting that on this day of our 40 day prayer journey with Nazarenes from around USA/Canada focuses on praying for “all people…and all those in authority”. Let us pray for all the people grieving and for those in authority to have wisdom in bringing justice and ensuring safety for the next generation.
1 Timothy 2:1-2 I urge, then, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for all people—for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness.
Scripture insights from Rose Brower-Young, District Superintendent, Canada West.
Scripture Insights In Paul’s first recorded letter to Timothy, a young leader appointed to give guidance to the Ephesian church, Paul offers Timothy advice for his congregation.
Chapter 2 addresses the importance of proper worship. Paul’s priority for prayer as worship must not be lost on us. He urges our prayers to include “petitions” (making requests for specific needs), “prayers” (bringing people before the throne of God), “intercession” (appealing boldly on their behalf), and “thanksgiving” (offering thankfulness for them).
Paul goes on to specifically exhort the Ephesians to pray “for kings and all those in authority” (v. 2). Why? The duty of the state is to keep the peace, protect its citizens, preserve law and order, and punish evil. John Stott questioned, “[Is] the slow progress towards peace and justice in the world, and towards world evangelization, . . . due more than anything else to the prayerlessness of the people of God? . . . What [would] happen if God’s people throughout the world learned to wait upon him in believing, persevering prayer?” Our petitions, prayers, intercession, and thanksgiving are to be made for everyone!
Today’s Prayer King of Kings and Lord of Lords, guide us to pray for your coming kingdom. Forgive us for the times we have made it about our perceived empires. May your will be done on earth as it is in heaven.
Hear Sunday’s message on Work
Stillmeadow Lane Campus-Pastor Josh Kleinfeld
York City Campus-Pastor Jade Frederick
Stillmeadow Internship Program
This summer Gabe Hurlbert is serving as our summer intern to youth. Gabe is studying youth ministry at Mid-America Nazarene University. You can support Gabe by donating to the internship program which will go directly to the school on his behalf. You can include a note of encouragement to Gabe that he will receive at the end of the internship. To be a part of this go here: https://tinyurl.com/ym3eakwf
Praise God for the Baptized!
On Sunday, May 1 and Wednesday, May 4, we had the joy of baptizing 10 people! Congratulations to Teagan Barker, Sage McHale & Peyton Kile at the Stillmeadow Lane Campus and Amy Steele, Tom Steele, Matt Schlossberg, Jakobey Stevenson, Cynthia Ferguson, Randy Beard, David Ridley at the York City Campus.
Grad Sunday 6/5
We are so excited to honor our high school and college graduates! We will be honoring them in front of the congregation in all of our worship services that Sunday with a slideshow and a special congregational blessing. Graduates and their families may attend any of our 3 services (9/10:30 @ Stillmeadow lane, 11 @ York City Campus). To participate in the slideshow, families should submit their information and materials no later than Wednesday June 1. Please go to this link to fill out that form: https://forms.gle/RctWYsSVnVoGsVLB8
Youth 2022 Summer Plans
July 11-15 — Mission Week (Current Grades 5-12)
July 25-29 — Summer Camp (Current Grades 6-12)
For more information go to stillnaz.com/family. Registration info coming!
Congratulations To…
Trey and Jenna Farley, who got married on May 21, and Pastor John and Cynthia Farley who have a new “daughter-in-love”.
Garrett and Natalie Wagner, who welcomed Judah Alan Wagner to our world on May 23!
Condolences To…
To Natasha Taylor and Family-Natasha’s mother Milana Snyder passed away on January 20th.
To Stacey Springer & Family-Stacey’s father Jim Cummings passed away May 14th.
To the David Bode & Ben Bode Families-Sandy Bode, mother of David and grandmother of Ben passed away May 12th.
To the Guyer Family-Michael Guyer, son of the late Dot and Harry Guyer (long time members) passed away recently.
Missions Prayer Emphasis for May & June-Asia Pacific
Because we want to be people who pray relentlessly, we cover the earth with our prayers through the year. For May and June, we’re asking God to provide for, protect and direct the work of these missionaries and to pour out His Spirit of justice, grace and truth over these countries in the Asia Pacific region of the Church of the Nazarene.
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
Keep Praying, Grad Sunday is June 5, Pancakes for Kids Camp
Hear Sunday’s message on Yielding
Stillmeadow Lane Campus-Pastor John Farley
York City Campus-Pastor Isabell Clark
DAY 19 OF HALF-MILLION MOBILIZATION
We are on day 19 of a 40 day prayer journey with Nazarenes from around USA/Canada. Join in by meditating on this verse and praying. Keep up with the daily devotions at the button below.
Romans 8:26 In the same way, the Spirit helps us in our weakness. We do not know what we ought to pray for, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us through wordless groans. And he who searches our hearts knows the mind of the Spirit, because the Spirit intercedes for God’s people in accordance with the will of God.
Scripture Insights from Eddie Estep, District Superintendent, Kansas City.
Scripture Insights Paul is reminding us of the wonderful gift the Holy Spirit is to us. The Spirit stands by to provide the assistance we need. When we are weary and weak, the Spirit helps us. When we don’t know how or what to pray, the Spirit intercedes for us with sounds from deep in the heart that cannot be put into words. When we begin to veer off course, the Spirit intercedes to bring us into alignment with God’s will. The Holy Spirit’s power is available to us today— strengthening us, shaping us, directing us, and leading us into God’s good plan for our lives. What an advocate we have in the Holy Spirit! What a wonderful gift God has provided his people! What a wonderful privilege to live life in the Spirit!
Today’s Prayer Father, we are grateful for the gift of the Holy Spirit. As you pour out your Spirit upon us, may our ears be attuned to your voice, our hearts to your desires, and our lives to your will.
Praise God for the Baptized!
On Sunday, May 1 and Wednesday, May 4, we had the joy of baptizing 10 people! Congratulations to Teagan Barker, Sage McHale & Peyton Kile at the Stillmeadow Lane Campus and Amy Steele, Tom Steele, Matt Schlossberg, Jakobey Stevenson, Cynthia Ferguson, Randy Beard, David Ridley at the York City Campus.
Grad Sunday 6/5
We are so excited to honor our high school and college graduates! We will be honoring them in front of the congregation in all of our worship services that Sunday with a slideshow and a special congregational blessing. Graduates and their families may attend any of our 3 services (9/10:30 @ Stillmeadow lane, 11 @ York City Campus). To participate in the slideshow, families should submit their information and materials no later than Wednesday June 1. Please go to this link to fill out that form: https://forms.gle/RctWYsSVnVoGsVLB8
Youth 2022 Summer Plans
June 22 — Trip to Dorney Park (Current Grades 6-12)
July 11-15 — Mission Week (Current Grades 5-12)
July 25-29 — Summer Camp (Current Grades 6-12)
For more information go to stillnaz.com/family. Registration info coming!
Volunteers To Help Stillmeadow Neighbors
Our neighbors across the street are having a cleanup day May 21st from 10AM-2PM. They will be tearing down fences and cutting down small trees and brush. Contact Mike Caufield at mike.caufield@gmail.com or 717-818-6049.
Condolences To…
To the family of Deborah Vaughn (attended York City Campus)-Deb passed away on April 24th.
To Natasha Taylor and Family-Natasha’s mother Milana Snyder passed away on January 20th.
To the David Bode & Ben Bode Families-Sandy Bode, mother of David and grandmother of Ben passed away May 12th.
To the Guyer Family-Michael Guyer, son of the late Dot and Harry Guyer (long time members) passed away recently.
Missions Prayer Emphasis for May & June-Asia Pacific
Because we want to be people who pray relentlessly, we cover the earth with our prayers through the year. For May and June, we’re asking God to provide for, protect and direct the work of these missionaries and to pour out His Spirit of justice, grace and truth over these countries in the Asia Pacific region of the Church of the Nazarene.
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
Praise for Baptisms!, Keep Praying, Eat Pancakes to support Kids Camp
Hear Sunday’s message on Asking
Stillmeadow Lane Campus-Pastor Josh Kleinfeld
York City Campus-Chastity Frederick
DAY 12 OF HALF-MILLION MOBILIZATION
We are on day 12 of a 40 day prayer journey with Nazarenes from around USA/Canada. Join in by meditating on this verse and praying. Keep up with the daily devotions at the button below.
John 17:15 “My prayer is not that you take them out of the world but that you protect them from the evil one.“
Scripture Insights from Mark Bane, Director, Evangelism and New Church Development
At times the world seems to have gone mad. Most of us would rather be transported out of it. “Beam us up, Jesus,” would be our prayer. The disciples probably had similar thoughts. Jesus made some pretty awful predictions about what would be ahead for them: others will try to kill you, you will weep and mourn while others rejoice, you will be filled with grief, the world will hate you, and so on. These all sound like things sensible people would want to escape. Who wouldn’t? The disciples were about to experience that “dark night of the soul.” Jesus, knowing this, doesn’t pray that they would escape from it but that his Father would protect them in it. This reminds me of when I was a passenger in a van that rolled over three times while traveling eighty miles per hour. I was sure I was about to die. When the dust settled, I walked out unharmed. I think this is what Jesus is asking the Father: when the dust settles, let them walk out unharmed.
Today’s Prayer
Father, remind us today that Jesus asked you to protect us from the one who seeks to kill us, steal from us, and destroy us. Quiet our hearts in the midst of turmoil, and speak what you wish to say to your church.
Praise God for the Baptized!
On Sunday, May 1 and Wednesday, May 4, we had the joy of baptizing 10 people! Congratulations to Teagan Barker, Sage McHale & Peyton Kile at the Stillmeadow Lane Campus and Amy Steele, Tom Steele, Matt Schlossberg, Jakobey Stevenson, Cynthia Ferguson, Randy Beard, David Ridley at the York City Campus.
Jamaica Mission Info Meeting
Anyone age 16 or older interested in the Mission trip to Jamaica in January 2023, there will be a meeting on Saturday, May 14th at 10:30AM in the 1st fl. conference room of the Sprenkle house. Questions? Contact JoAnn Hull at 717-818-6345.
Quarterly Giving Update
We thank God for your continued generosity and for the opportunity to join together in sharing His grace here in York and around the world.
Youth 2022 Summer Plans
June 22 — Trip to Dorney Park (Current Grades 6-12)
July 11-15 — Mission Week (Current Grades 5-12)
July 25-29 — Summer Camp (Current Grades 6-12)
For more information go to stillnaz.com/family. Registration info coming!
Volunteers To Help Stillmeadow Neighbors
Our neighbors across the street are having a cleanup day May 21st from 10AM-2PM. They will be tearing down fences and cutting down small trees and brush. Contact Mike Caufield at mike.caufield@gmail.com or 717-818-6049.
Condolences To…
The Family of Deborah Vaughn (attended York City Campus)-Deb passed away on April 24th. Celebration of Life Service will be held Friday, May 13th at York City Campus-350 Chestnut St., York. Visitation-5:30PM Service-6PM.
Natasha Taylor and Family-Natasha’s mother Milana Snyder passed away on January 20th.
To the David Bode & Ben Bode Families-Sandy Bode, mother of David and grandmother of Ben passed away May 12th.
To the Guyer Family-Michael Guyer, son of the late Dot and Harry Guyer (long time members) passed away recently.
Missions Prayer Emphasis for May & June-Asia Pacific
Because we want to be people who pray relentlessly, we cover the earth with our prayers through the year. For May and June, we’re asking God to provide for, protect and direct the work of these missionaries and to pour out His Spirit of justice, grace and truth over these countries in the Asia Pacific region of the Church of the Nazarene.
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