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First Bakers UMC to host Bible study
LEWISTOWN -- First Bakers United Methodist Church will host a Bible study every Wednesday at 7 p.m. The church will also host a youth group for individuals under age 18 on the first Thursday of each month, except July.
Schrader to host special speakers
MILROY -- Schrader United Methodist Church will host the following speakers during its 8:30 a.m. services:
• July 2 -- Mike Bailey
• July 9 -- Harold Sharp
• July 16 -- Bradley Kauffman
• July 23 -- Chip Baumgardner
• July 30 -- John Hughes
• Aug. 6 -- John Looney
Stony Run Mission upcoming events
McALISTERVILLE -- Upcoming events at Stony Run Mission, 2825 Evendale Hill Rd., McAlisterville:
• July 2 -- No evening service.
• July 16 -- The Lore Family will share in song and Word at 10:15 a.m.
Worship Services at Trinity
Lutheran Church in McAlisterville
McALISTERVILLE -- Trinity Lutheran Church, 420 Main St. in McAlisterville. Worship every Sunday with Holy Communion at 9 a.m.
Thank you to everyone who attended the joint VBS service at Fayette Park this past Sunday. Thank you to everyone who provided social time.
A healing service will be held during worship on Sunday, July 30.
Watch our services live on our Facebook page or posted on our YouTube Channel and website, www.trinitymcalisterville.org. Social time and Sunday School take place after worship.
Services at Upper Room
Worship Center Cafe' Church
BELLEVILLE -- The Upper Room Worship Center Cafe' Church, 4567 E. Main St. in Belleville.
Worship services Sunday at 10:30 a.m.
Pastor Devon Coker from South Carolina will be the special speaker on Sunday, July 2 at the 10:30 service. We invite you to join us at our cafe church. Grab a cup of coffee and fellowship with other precious brothers and sisters and experience the presence of the Holy Spirit.
Bunkertown Men's Chorus
begins 90th season of singing
McALISTERVILLE -- The Bunkertown Men's Chorus has begun its 90th season of singing. The group was founded in 1934 by a small group of Christian men from Eastern Juniata and Western Snyder Counties, originally providing music on WKOK in Sunbury. Continuing to sing, the group grew and has performed at churches for worship and revival services, Sunday School conventions, camp meetings, social functions, and more. For many years, the Chorus practiced at the Brethren Church in Bunkertown (rural McAlisterville), and currently practices at Good News Lutheran Brethren Church near Cocolamus. The music sung by the group is four-part men's Gospel quartet music, both accompanied and a cappella. Present-day members hail from Snyder, Juniata, Perry, Lebanon, and Cumberland Counties. If your church or organization is interested in hosting the chorus, or you are a Christian man who would enjoy signing with the group, more information can be found online at menschorus.org, or you can contact the Good News Church office at (717) 463-4030.
Changes to food giveaway
BEAVERTOWN -- Changes have been made to Helping Hands, Helping Others, Inc. food giveaways. The food giveaway will be held at 11:00 a.m. on the third Tuesday of the month at Beaver Lutheran Church, Rt. 522 at the west end of Beavertown. You must enter the rear of the church by Gross Rd. across from Boonie's in Beavertown. The road to the rear of the church will be blocked until 11:30 a.m., or until the truck supplying the food giveaway unloads. Once the road to the rear of the church is opened, you will be directed to park your car. You must then line up in front of the pavilion at the end of the parking lot. You will be able to select the foods you want. Volunteers will still not be asking for income limits, but would like to know who you are and where you are from, so they will be asking for your name and address. You may bring boxes or bags. Volunteers should arrive around 9 a.m. to get organized. HHHO is not government funded. Any donation is appreciated and is a 501-C3 tax donation. Please send to: P.O. Box 151, Beavertown, PA, 17813.
Jessica Bryan to speak
at Lewistown Assembly of God Church
LEWISTOWN -- Evangelist Jessica Bryan of Jessica Bryan Ministries, "Advance the Kingdom," will be the guest speaker at Assembly of God Church, 166 Summit Dr. in Lewistown on Sunday, July 9 at 10 a.m. Bryan is an ordained minister of the Assemblies of God, a published author and a powerful proclaimer of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Pastor Kirk Nagel encourages and invites the public to attend.
Summer day camps
at East Kishacoquillas Presbyterian
REEDSVILLE -- Summer day camps are scheduled at East Kishacoquillas Presbyterian Church, 100 Walnut St. in Reedsville. There is no cost to campers. To register your child or for questions, contact Gail Wagner at (717) 667-6526. Grades refer to grade that child has completed.
• Kids Camp: July 10-14, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Kindergarten thru Grade 3. Lunch is provided.
• Crafts Camp: July 17-21, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Grades 4 and up. Lunch is provided.
Hymn sing at Ragamuffin Hall
MIFFLIN -- Conrad Fisher will host a community hymn sing at Ragamuffin Hall on July 1, 2023 at 6:30 p.m. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Everyone is welcome. Bring a watermelon to share if you desire. Ragamuffin Hall is located at 2584 McCoysville Rd. in Mifflin.
VBS at Bakers United Methodist Church
McCLURE -- Vacation Bible School at Bakers UMC, 2251 Ulsh Gap Rd. in McClure, will be July 10-14 from 7 p.m.-9 p.m. All ages, from toddlers to teens, are welcome.
Prayer vigil at McVeytown
United Methodist Church
McVEYTOWN -- McVeytown United Methodist Church will be holding a prayer vigil on Monday, July 17 from 5-6:30 p.m. The church will be open for anyone wanting to pray in the sanctuary. There will be guided material available with the focus on "Community and Leadership." However, independent prayer is encouraged. Prayer takes many forms and all are welcome.
AnswersVBS Keepers of the Kingdom
at Bunkertown Brethren
McALISTERVILLE -- Bunkertown Brethren Church and Good News Lutheran Brethren Church will hold AnswersVBS Keepers of the Kingdom at the Bunkertown Brethren Church, 52 Bunkertown Rd. in McAlisterville on Monday, July 17-Friday, July 21, from 5:30-8 p.m. for ages 4-12 years old. Two ways to register, visit www.bunkertownchurch.com or call Stephanie at Guardian Angel Bookstore, (717) 694-3901. Register by Saturday, July 1, to receive a free VBS t-shirt.
VBS at Milroy Christian and Missionary Alliance Church
MILROY -- Vacation Bible School at Milroy Christian and Missionary Alliance Church, 46 Elm St. in Milroy, will be July 17-21 from 6:30-8 p.m.
VBS at Strodes Mills Baptist Church
McVEYTOWN -- Strodes Mills Baptist Church, 8151 U.S. Hwy. 522 S. in McVeytown, will hold Vacation Bible School from 6:30-8:30 p.m., July 17-21 for children 3 years-6th grade. The theme is Stompers and Chompers: Building a Dino-Sized Faith in God's Plan, focusing on the book of Genesis. Besides teaching, there will be singing, crafts, snack time and game time every night. Registration begins at 6:15 on the first night. Call (717) 248-9484 for more information.
Hymn sing / ice cream social
at McVeytown United Methodist Church
McVEYTOWN -- There will be a hymn sing and ice cream social at McVeytown United Methodist Church on Sunday, August 13 at 6 p.m. Check the McVeytown United Methodist Facebook page for updates. Bring your own lawn chair and favorite ice cream topping.
Pastors invited to submit messages
LEWISTOWN -- The Sentinel invites area religious leaders to submit columns for "Professions of Faith" in the Sentinel's weekly religion section. Interested individuals may contact Tom Laub at living@lewistownsentinel.com or (717) 248-6741, ext. 127. Sermons should be limited to 1,000 words; exceptions may be made at the editor's discretion.