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Western Pennsylvania District Highlights
December 2016January 2017 page 1
STAFF
Ronald D Beachley
Tina S Lehman
Abby R Shaffer
Carole J Horner
CONTACT
115 Spring Rd
Hollsopple PA 15935
814-479-7058
814-479-2181
814 479-2506 fax
WEBSITE
wwwwesternpacoborg
OFFICE HOURS
Monday ~ Friday
800 am ~ 400 pm
Staff meeting each
Monday 800 am
Please send all Highlights information to the District Office by
the 10th
December 2016January 2017 Vol 16 No 10
District Highlights
THANKS AND BLESSINGS
On Saturday at the District Leadership Team meeting I shared a ldquothank yourdquo for the retirement celebration held at Camp Harmony on Sunday November 13 Since this will be the last official article I share in the Highlights I felt it would only be appropriate to say ldquothanksrdquo to all the congregations and individuals I have had the pleasure to work with over the past thirty-one years I have appreciated your prayers and support which has allowed me to be in ministry on behalf of the Western PA District possible
Words are inadequate to describe the blessings I have received
from numerous individuals and congregations that have touched my life and ministry over the years It has been an honor joy and privilege to work with co-workers in the District Office who listened prayed and offered sound advice when needed Many of you have served on the Leadership Team (District Board) or on a variety of committees giving your time talent and energy to help provide positive Christian leadership in the Western PA District throughout the years of my ministry
I have experienced Godrsquos loving care from so many individuals as
we have worked and prayed together to provide ministry in Godrsquos Kingdom within the district and beyond Certainly the past memories will be cherished and my prayer support will continue for the ongoing ministry of the district
I know Godrsquos grace love and presence will continue to bless
guide and encourage the ministry of the Western PA District because of the faithful leadership in the district and in local congregation
With sincere personal regards I will continue to pray and give thanks for the blessings received while serving with each of you and look forward to be supportive of the ministry of the Western PA District in the future ldquoBe joyful in hope
Patient in affliction Faithful in prayerrdquo Romans 1212
Ronald D Beachley
Western Pennsylvania District Highlights
December 2016January 2017 page 2
District Office News
February 2017
Highlights Deadline
January 10 2017 Please send all Highlights
information to the District Office for this next issue
HOSPITALIZED Please pray for Pastor Isaac Baldeo and his
family as he is now in hospice care Please pray for District Board Chair Ed
Houghton who recently had a heart procedure and is recovering at home
Please pray District Moderator Sandy Peterman as she is recovering after a short hospital stay
DISTRICT DIRECTORY UPDATES If you would like a paper copy or a CD please contact the District Office at 814 479-2181 or email Tina Lehman at tlehmanbrethrenorg Corrections and additions will be noted in the District HIGHLIGHTS as they are received Page 41 - ADDRESS CHANGE Timothy Vaughn
(LeAnn) 184 Bothell Lane Meyersdale 15552 Page 42 - ADD M Ross Goltfelty 111 N Glade
Hill Drive Swanton MD 21561 Email llgolt-feltyyahoocom
NEW MEMBERS Fairchance Congregation Wynonna Allamon Kylie Bricker Nancy Campbell Nicholas Dodson Chloe Eicher Kevin Guthrie Hector Navarro Christopher Wade Uniontown Congregation Luke Conticelli Dylan Conticelli Courtney Means
NEED YOUR HELP
If your congregation will produce a new directory in 2017 please drop off or send a copy to the District Office 115 Spring Road
Hollsopple 15935
It is very helpful to the District Office staff to have updated information from all the
churches we serve Thank you
LEADERSHIP Pastors Ross Goltfelty mdash Interim Salisbury Robert Thacker - Full time Purchase Line Greg BeachmdashResigned GreenvillemdashBethel
Please be in prayer for
The New Year
2017
A special Thank You to Bill and Audrey Wenger
who shared Special Music at District Conference on October 15 2016
In last monthrsquos issue of the District Highlights
they were not included in the list of those who participated during the worship moments of District Conference Thank you so much for
sharing your gifts with everyone in attendance
Western Pennsylvania District Highlights
December 2016January 2017 page 3
AbbsTract December 2016January 2017
I am a fanatic hand-washer
I canrsquot help it and I donrsquot even want to change My husband thinks itrsquos part of my (undiagnosed) OCD and it very well may be I feel justified in my quest to have clean hands at all times Life is often so messy so gross Even simple everyday tasks involve germy and dirty and sticky and grimy and I-donrsquot-even-need-to-say-what-else Our hands touch everything from restroom stall doors to gas pumps to steering wheels to faucets Dirty laundry and garbage bags and sneezes and old shoes and our pets But our hands are also what we use to prepare and eat our food With our hands we can bring a healing lov-ing touch Clean hands keep clean books fabrics pens tools etc In order to stay healthy and maintain nice things we need to keep our hands clean Clean hands also represent purity innocence freedom and spiritual wholeness Therersquos even a worship song called ldquoGive Us Clean Handsrdquo If you have ldquoblood on your handsrdquo that means yoursquove been found guilty of something But clean hands represent a pure heart (James 48) So imagine my surprise as I sat in a ministerial leadership conference in Maryland and heard God speak to my heart ldquoGet your hands dirty for Merdquo At the moment we were engaging in a time of quiet reflection A few conference leaders stood up front and we were all invited to stand in line to be anointed As I thought about this it occurred to me that we anoint the forehead But my head already belonged to the Lord Everything I read study write preach ndash itrsquos all for His glory I knew then what I had to do
I made my way cautiously toward the front of the room and waited my turn
Finally I stood before my anointer I believe it was Nate Polzin of the Michigan District I told him I had an odd request but it was something I felt led to seek ldquoI have trouble lsquogetting my hands dirtyrsquo for the Lordrdquo I said ldquoWill you anoint my handsrdquo He smiled kindly indicated that he knew what I was saying then poured oil into my outstretched palms He didnrsquot dab drizzle or dip he poured Oil dripped onto my shoes as well Part of me howled at the mess ldquoWhat is he doingrdquo Then I realized what the Lord wanted to teach me The oil wasnrsquot the mess ndash it was the soap The mess is tangled up in my pride and my unwillingness to help in the sticky situations of those around me The mess is in my heart when I choose to look the other way crossing to the other side of the road to avoid the bloody man in the ditch (Luke 10) I walked back to my seat hands dripping face glowing I resisted the urge to run to the bathroom to get cleaned up I just stared at my glistening hands thanking God for His grace Listen ndash I have read the story of Jesusrsquo birth a thousand times and nowhere in that story can I find a clean situation God used a pregnant teenager a dusty journey an animal shelter a human birth a feeding trough some smelly sheep-herders an inexperienced husband and a mad king to introduce salvation to His world Nobody had sanitized hands that night Almighty God picture of purity got His hands dirty for us Jesus Savior got His feet dirty for us It was the bloody Man who made it possible for us to be truly clean So what is my response How can I inconvenience myself for Jesus Christ in 2017 Lord help us to offer our hands in service to You Abby
Western Pennsylvania District Highlights
December 2016January 2017 page 4
At the District Office Nancy Burd Kristen Cannistraci Ashley Chonko Autumn Chonko Jay Christner Michael A Clark
Judith Clister David E Closson Linda L Coleman Lori Conn Helen Constable Sharon Cooper Virginia Crosby Jody Davids William Davis
Regina Deffenbaugh Joy Derck Randy Derck Amelia Derr LuAnn Deyarmin Lois Dietz
John Eash Luella Edeline Dorcas Geary Eicher Joni Eicher Sharon Eley Suzanne Enos
Jeffery Fackler George Feathers Sr Roger L Forry Homer Foster Bill Frey G Douglas Gehr Carolyn Gregory Gieta Gresh Ken Gresh Mildred (Hartzell) Gnegy Aleda Harding
Helen R Hay Bill Hemminger Rona Hemminger Tawnya Hess Becca Hoffman
Penny Hoffman Eleanor Honsaker Sharon L Honsaker Tammy Hoover
Carole J Horner Violet Hosler Wilbur H Hosler Ed Houghton Sally Houghton Phyllis Howard Donald Johnson Karen L Jones
Eric Kabler Janice Brougher Kaltenbaugh Peter Kaltenbaugh Elaine Karashowski
James Kensinger Tracey Kensinger Jean (Berkey) Kestermont Willadene Kimmel
Philip A King Roger Knepper William J Knieriem Tina Lehman Bonnie Lesney Arlene M Longwell
Jay Mader Ruby Mader Chuck Mahon Jerry Maldet Homer Marshall Pat Marshall Penny Mason
Peggy McCreary Mike amp Lea McKenzie Carolyn McKinney Hazel McLaney Kay McMillan
Cindy Metz Evert C Millard Earl ldquoBudrdquo Miller Suzie Moss Mark Murchie Julie Napotnik
Brenda Nicholson Victor S Norris Mary Orr Bernice Ott William Owens Greg Pascale Ellen Paul
Roberta Peck Sandy Peterman Kristina Peters Sandy Philipos Pike Run COB Plumcreek COB Delores Prinkey Donna Ramer Jolene Regetta
Crystal Reiber Linda Reininger Bonnie Ritenour Jack Rupert Beckey Schlosnagle Colleen Schurg Shannon Schurg Charlene Scott
Abby Shaffer Dan Shaffer Frances J Shaffer Jodie R Shaffer Donovan Sheldon
Gale Lynn Shipley Christine Shroyer Jessica Sigler Brian Simmons Shelly Singer Todd Singer
Kelly Bowser Smith Marsha Smith Robert F Spencer Betsy Statler Ron St Clair Lauren Stein Linda Stoner
Gwen Swick Charles Teets Paul Townsend Earl W Trevarrow Carol Walker Bill Waugh
Dawn Waugh Bill Wenger Bill Wentz Charles Whipple Daniel J Whitacre Betty Wilkins
Ed Wilson Jane (Berkey) Wolfhope and of course ldquoAnonymousrdquo
is now available for you to own ndash
we invite you to get one for yourself and several for friends and family What a great Christmas gift to share with someone who needs encouragement in their faith Some congregations have purchased the books to distribute to their members as their daily devotional book for 2017
Each page in the book contains Scripture a personal reflection and a prayer to help start your day
Books are available at the District Office
Make checks payable to Western PA District with ldquoBook Orderrdquo in the memo line Thanks
Donrsquot miss your chance to own this wonderful treasury of testimonies and meditations ndash each day bringing glory to God
You may be wondering whose stories are a part of ldquoOur Storiesrdquo here is the list of authors
you may just know a few of them
Royden Airesman Martha Whitacre Albright Myrna Baer David Baker Debbie Baker Olive Baker
Cindy Barclay Meredith Barkley George Barr Linda Beachley Ron Beachley Chad Berkebile
Keith Berkebile Lara Berkebile Marcia Berkebile Megan Berkebile Emma J Berkey Jo Berkey
Ed Bittinger Larry Black Helen Bloom Arbutus Blough Anna Coleman Bockes Linda Bottomley
Joe Brown Don Bruner Betty Bungard
Western Pennsylvania District Highlights
December 2016January 2017 page 5
District Volunteer and Job Opportunities
Please read and share
There are many ways to volunteer in the District whether in be through Camp Harmony or the Brethren Home Community Windber at events such as the Brethren Heritage Festival or the District
Auction or even happenings in your own congregation
The Outreach and Service Team of the District Leadership Team is still looking for volunteers to be the Western PA District Brethren Heritage and Peace Representative As the Heritage and
Peace Representative you would be asked to do the following 1 Help promote peace education by interacting with individuals pastors and congregations 2 Share peace education materials and instruction with the youth in our District by meeting with youth groups camp groups at Camp Harmony and other group settings arranged by the District Children and Youth Ministry Coordinator 3 Work with the District Outreach and Service Team in any way that the Team can help the representative with the above responsibilities 4 Report annually to the District Outreach and Service Team as to the work that has been accomplished in a given year
Please contact Marsha Smith at 814-535-2213 or charmar467atlanticbbnet if you are interested in serving
The Church of the Brethren Home in Windber is looking to call a new Chaplain by the end of the
year Linda Reininger current Chaplain at the Brethren Home will be retiring at the end of
December
The primary purpose of this position is to provide spiritual religious and personal counseling or guidance to residents family members and employees As the Pastor this individual would be delegated the administrative authority responsibility and accountability necessary for carrying out assigned duties It is a half-time position with major responsibility visiting residents sometimes the visit takes you to a local hospital Education and Experience requirements must be a licensed minister must have 2 years experience in pastoral ministry must be oriented to healthcare practices and procedures For more information please contact Thomas Reckner CEO Brethren Home Community Windber at 814-467-5505
Western Pennsylvania District Highlights
December 2016January 2017 page 6
District News
Events at the Penn Run Christian Outreach Center
(located directly across the street from the Penn Run Church of the Brethren)
PA Dutch Buffet - 400 pm - 700 pm
Saturday December 3 2016 Saturday January 7 2017
Saturday February 4 2017 Saturday March 4 2017 Saturday April 1 2017 Saturday May 6 2017
Starting in November the buffet will be a Pasta
Buffet and we alternate each month Same time and same place
Call the church office at 724-463-0420 for more information
Special Thanks
A special thanks to all who supported the District Auction that
was held at Camp Harmony on November 5 2016 with their
prayers donations and purchases Another special thanks to all the
volunteers who helped in any way before and on the day of the
auction We pray Godrsquos richest blessings on each one who helped
to make this day a success The total receipts received from
the District Auction were $961850
After expenses we honored our commitment to send 10 percent of our profit to the Nigerian Crisis Fund which amounted to $66500 That provides $599698 available for District Ministry Camp Scholarships will be given to first place and second place churches that raised the most funds Maple Spring took first place raising $177450 Pleasant Hill took second place raising $82600 Camp again provided us with a delicious breakfast and lunch $80000 was raised for camp A special thanks to everyone at Camp Harmony for their hospitality in all areas as we prepared for the auction
Western Pennsylvania District Highlights
December 2016January 2017 page 7
Please continue to pray for the situation in Nigeria
Remember them daily as we all pray for peace to come to that
devastated region
Visit wwwbrethrenorg for more information
Denominational News go to wwwbrethrenorg for the most complete and up to date news from the Church of the Brethren
Job Openings I f you are interested in job opportunities through the Church of the Brethren open positions can be found at httpwwwbrethrenorgaboutemploymenthtml
The Brethren Academy for Ministerial Leadership will offer
the Healthy Boundaries 101--Basic Level Ethics in Ministry Relations
Training via webcast on Saturday January 7 2017
from 1000 am to 400 pm (Eastern time) This session is for
ministry training students and newly licensed or ordained clergy who have not had the training
Academy executive director Julie M Hostetter will lead the training Read the full story at
wwwbrethrenorgnews2016healthy-boundaries-101-traininghtml
Brethren Academy Job Opening
Bethany Theological Seminary and the Office of Ministry of the Church of the Brethren seek to fill the full-time position Executive Director of the Brethren Academy for Ministerial Leadership The primary functions of the position are to oversee certificate programs in ministry education continuing education for ministers and educational events focused on leadership development in the Church of the Brethren Interested candidates should possess the following qualifications and abilities - Five years of effective leadership in pastoral ministry - Ordination and active membership in the Church of the Brethren - Master of divinity degree - A record of regular continuing education experiences - Residence in Richmond Indiana or the surrounding area A complete job description is available on the Bethany Seminary website The application deadline is December 1 2016 Interviews will immediately follow with the position to be filled by January 31 2017 Interested candidates should send their resumes by postal mail or e-mail to
Steven Schweitzer Academic Dean Bethany Theological Seminary 615 National Road West Richmond IN 47374
deansofficebethanyseminaryedu
The Brethren Academy for Ministerial Leadership is a ministry training partnership of Bethany Theological Seminary and the Church of the Brethren Office of Ministry Bethany Theological Seminaryrsquos policy prohibits discrimination in employment opportunities or practices with regard to race gender age disability marital status sexual orientation national or ethnic origin or religion
Dear Brothers and Sisters
Risk Hope the 2017 Annual Conference theme emerges from an Old Testament saga of tragedy and redemption Staring down obstacles and situations very reminiscent of our 21st century challenges our ancestors in faith made mistakes suffered consequences and endured darkness but in the midst of it all they found their footing in their identity story and ultimately welcomed Gods powerful presence in their midst The second Bible study based on this theme appeared in Newsline and is posted on the Annual Conference website wwwbrethrenorgacBiblestudy
Feel free to reference it yourself or share it with brothers and sisters in your congregation as we all
wrestle with the challenges of being both the Chosen of God and the Servants of God in the midst
of a troubled world
Blessings to you in Christ Carol Scheppard
2017 Annual Conference Moderator
Annual Conference exists to unite strengthen and equip the Church of the Brethren to follow Jesus
Western Pennsylvania District Highlights
December 2016January 2017 page 8
Denominational News go to wwwbrethrenorg for the most complete and up to date news from the Church of the Brethren
Global Mission Updates
Global Mission Prayer Guide
Dominican Republic
Pray for Global Mission workers Nicole and Jason Hoover as they and their children Ethan and Miriam move to the Dominican Republic this week Nicole and Jason will be serving with Iglesia de los Hermanos the Dominican Church of the Brethren Pray for Godrsquos peace in this time of transition and settling in Pray for the Spiritrsquos guiding in making connections and building relationships
Vietnam
Pray for Global Mission volunteer Grace Mishler and her work as a case manager for poor Vietnamese families needing access to eye care for their vision-impaired children Blind or visually-impaired people face stigma in Vietnam and there is a shortage of doctors with up-to-date training and equipment Grace has networked with service providers in Vietnam especially the American Eye Center and has spread stories and raised funds with Church of the Brethren congregations and individuals to help enable these families to receive the care they need
Pray for the Thien An Blind School in Ho Chi Minh City as it goes through
transitions in leadership Global Mission worker Grace Mishler partners with this school for poor children with blindness
In addition to standard education subjects the school teaches Braille and
provides mobility and vocational training Pray for the schoolrsquos headmas-
ter who faces potential eye removal sur-gery due to excruciating pain
India
Pray for the Gospel Convention and Peace Festival of the Church of North India (CNI) to be held on Nov 8 hosted by the Diocese of Gujarat Officials expect more than 50000 people to attend from various CNI dioceses Pray for Silvans Christian bishop of Gujarat Diocese and other leaders working to organize this first event of its kind Pray that the event may strengthen and spread CNIrsquos heritage of peace witness
Students at the Thien An Blind School prepare for a vocal musical concert joined by Grace Mishler (middle row left) Photo by Xuan Nguyen
A preschooler receives care at the American Eye Center in Ho Chi Minh City following a misdiagnosis at a previous facility Photo by Grace Mishler
Western Pennsylvania District Highlights
December 2016January 2017 page 9
Global Mission Updates Denominational News go to wwwbrethrenorg for the most complete and up to date news from the Church of the Brethren
Global Mission Prayer Guide
United States
Pray for the Death Row Support Project (DRSP) a Church of the Brethren ministry that connects death row inmates with pen pals A person confined to death row often spends up to 23 hours each day alone in a small cell DRSP helps remind participants of Godrsquos love for everyone by bringing a small level of connection to the inmatesrsquo extreme isolation and by helping those on the outside to dispel fear and stereotypes Give thanks for the increased interest and participation in the program Pray that the Death Row Support Project and its volunteers can help in the effort to abolish the death penalty in the United States
Pray for the Brethren Disaster Ministries (BDM) rebuilding project near Columbia SC which is continuing recovery efforts following the October 2015 flooding and picking up where the ecumenical Disaster Recovery Support Initiative left off Pray for the health and safety of the rebuild volunteers Pray for the many South Carolinians affected by the flooding who are still rebuilding their lives
South Sudan
Pray for the great need in South Sudan A World Food Program representative stated that a third of South Sudans population up to four million people is severely food insecure Additionally accord-ing to the United Nations an average of 3500 people flee the country each day trying to escape the ongoing violent conflict Instability in the UNs peacekeeping efforts have further increased the countrys challenges Pray for all those who work for peace in South Sudan especially Global Mission worker Athanasus Ungang
Venezuela
Pray for a gathering of pastors interested in the emerging Brethren group in Venezuela Approxi-mately 400 pastors and leaders are expected to meet in the city of Valle la Pascua Alexandre Gon-ccedilalves a pastor with Igreja da Irmandade-Brasil (Church of the Brethren in Brazil) will provide lead-ership as the group continues to learn about and discuss Church of the Brethren theology and prac-tice
North Korea
Pray for traveling mercies for Global Mission workers Linda and Robert Shank as they return home from another semester at Pyongyang University of Science and Technology Give thanks for the Shanks continued opportunity to serve as teachers and dean of agriculture at this school for North Koreas future leaders
Western Pennsylvania District Highlights
December 2016January 2017 page 10
Global Mission Updates
Global Mission Prayer Guide
Denominational News go to wwwbrethrenorg for the most complete and up to date news from the Church of the Brethren
Haiti
Give thanks for the initial distributions of food and supplies to Hurricane Matthew survivors provided by Eglise des Freres drsquoHaiti (the Church of the Brethren in Haiti) and funded by an Emergency Disaster Fund grant Approximately 660 families have been served in communities of Bomba-dopolis Savanette Jeremie Bois Leger and Les Cayes Distributed items include clothing tarps matches candles bleach toothbrushes and food including canned chicken provided by Southern Pennsylvania and Mid-Atlantic Districts of the Church of the Brethren Pray for the travels of Roy Winter associate executive director of Global Mission and Service and Brethren Disaster Ministries and Jeff Boshart manager of the Global Food Initiative as they meet with Haitian Brethren leaders to develop further plans for rebuilding and recovery
Nigeria
Praise God for the first church building initiative in recent years that brings together members from the Church of the Brethren in the United States and the Church of the Brethren in Nigeria (EYN - Ekklesiyar Yanuwa a Nigeria) The church is being built for EYN families who have been displaced due to violence Pray for health and safety Pray that all participants be renewed by this time of joint service and solidarity Pray for enthusiasm and generosity toward future Nigeria workcamps
Leaders from Eglise des Freres drsquoHaiti visit the community of Bombadopolis to distribute supplies to hurricane victims Photo by Ilexene Alphonse
Leaders from Eglise des Freres drsquoHaiti visit tAfter a worship service of welcome and praise participants begin work on church construction leveling the floor and pouring the foundation Photo by Jay Wittmeyer
2017 District Womenrsquos Spring Event
Women of God ndash Joy in the Journey
ldquoTherefore my heart is gladhelliphelliprdquo Psalm 169
The District Womenrsquos Ministries are so excited to share with you
that we will be sponsoring a fabulous Womenrsquos Retreat on
Friday May 5 2017 through Saturday May 6 2017
Come share in the Joy of our Lord through stories inspiration good music
laughter prayer good food the beauty of the land and some well-deserved rest
The Retreat will be held at Camp Harmony this year Most of our lodging will be
at the Harmony House You will be pleased with its transformation All bedding
will be provided except for the pillow for your head (Please bring your favorite
pillow with you)
We would also like you to bring a music box with you if you can Wersquod like to
hear the story behind it
Registration will begin on Friday from 400pm till 600pm
Dinner will be served around 630
Donrsquot -worry there will be time for pampering We are planning to have a
Message Therapist an Essential Oil Therapist and a station for nails and toes
Ladies ndash Pack your bags and prepare for a relaxing getaway Yoursquoll grow closer to
friends deepen your relationship with Jesus and be pampered as well
Join the ldquoJoy in the Journeyrdquo
The cost of the retreat will be $9500 each This will cover all meals and snacks
entertainment gifts refreshments and comfortable lodging We ask that you pay
$5000 with your registration That will be due on February 14th The other $4500
should be paid before April 5th Each person should fill out a registration slip
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2017 District Womenrsquos Spring Event
Women of God ndash Joy in the Journey
Registration Form ndash one form per person
Church ___________________________________________________________
Name _____________________________________________________________
Address ___________________________________________________________
City ____________________________________ State __________ Zip ______
Email _____________________________________________________________
Cost $9500 for 2 day retreat ndash includes meals lodging and all the fun
Deposit $5000 due by February 14 2017
Remaining Balance $4500 due before April 15 2017
Please send Registration Forms and fees to
Pastor Judy Walker 425 Morningside Avenue Jeannette PA 15644-1954
2017 Work Schedule
Please review the 2017 work schedule below and consider giving a day or a week
out of your busy schedules toward this very rewarding worthwhile ministry
Contact your church coordinator or Herb Ewald at hjewaldatlanticbbnet
or (814) 539-8530 as soon as possible to volunteer
Thank you
Day Trips Week Trips
XXXXXXXXXXX March 26 ndash April 1 Project 2 XXXXXXXXXXX with Virlina District
Thursday April 6 July 9 - 15 S Carolina Tuesday April 18 with Beaver Creek Mid - Atlantic
Thursday June 8 September 3 - 9 Project 2 Tuesday June 27 with Brownsville Mid - Atlantic Thursday August 10 October 1 - 7 S Carolina Tuesday August 29 with (open) Thursday October 12 Tuesday October 24 All week long trip locations will be Thursday December 7 announced as info becomes available Tuesday December 19
Brethren Home
Community Windber
December 2016 ndash January 2017
Pastor linda reininger to retire on December 29
Home Chaplain Linda Reininger will retire on December 29 Pastor Linda and her
husband Jim have spent the last five years in pastoral service to our residents We
thank her for her dedicated service and wish her a blessed retirement filled with many
happy hours with her family
CPR mannequins purchased by Home Auxiliary
The Home Auxiliary and members of the nursing department have partnered to make
required cardio-pulmonary resuscitation classes available for our staff The Auxiliary
purchased a set of cardio pulmonary resuscitation mannequins and instructional tapes
to be used in CPR classes Mrs Nancy Donati RN and Mrs Jeri Lynn Felski RN
became certified CPR instructors through the American Heart Association With the
purchase of the mannequins and instructional tapes along with onsite instructors
classes can be scheduled at our staffrsquos convenience with no additional costs
Auxiliary officers installed At the November meeting Pastor Ron
St Clair installed these Home Auxiliary officers for 2017 President Arbutus Eash Vice
President Donna Ramer Corresponding Secretary Janet Fisher Recording Secretary
Connie Berkebile Treasurer April Mackell Assistant Treasurer Marilyn Manotti At
the meeting the Auxiliary also made these purchases for the Home six infection control
supply cabinets renovations for one resident room piano tuning and knife sharpeners
for a total of just over $3000 As always the Home is tremendously grateful for the
officers who dedicate themselves to the work of the Auxiliary and the generous gifts the
Auxiliary makes available for our residents
Jigsaw PUZZLES and puzzle BOARDs donated The family of
Mrs Janet Korber made a gift of three revolving jigsaw puzzle boards and more than
twenty puzzles to the Home in memory of their mother The family worked with the
activities department to make the gift one that would be enjoyed by Mrs Korberrsquos
friends and many future residents With the onset of winter weather the puzzles and
boards will be an especially welcome pastime
Ipad purchased with community foundation
grant Our Home has received a $500 grant from the iPACP fund administered
by the Community Foundation for the Alleghenies The grant money was used to
purchase an IPad to be used by residents with neurological disorders that limit their
communication skills Interchangeable applications for the iPad will allow these
residents to communicate in writing or through the use of icons according to evolving
therapy needs
QUALITY NURSING DIRECTOR EARNS CERTIFICATION
Mrs Amanda Snyder RN BSN PCHA has completed the requirements to become a
Certified Nursing Director in Long Term Care The certification is awarded by the
American Society for Long Term Care Nurses Mrs Snyder is the Quality Nursing
Director at the Home responsible for maintaining state standards of care and providing
in service education
Activities for daily living suite added Activities for Daily
Living (ADL) is a program designed to complement our therapy services Using the
skills reclaimed through physical and occupational therapy and applying them to real
life situations ADL prepares our residents for their return to independent living The
opportunity to master actual life skills under the supervision of a therapist raises the
residentsrsquo confidence and increases their success rate To facilitate the program the
Home is constructing an ADL suite It will be located next to the basement chapel and
contain a full working kitchen bathroom bedroom and living area
Breast cancer awareness activities The Home staff once again
took part in October breast cancer awareness month activities Dress down days
cookie sales bracelet sales and participation in breast cancer walksruns led to a
donation of $307 made to the Joyce Murtha Breast Care Center in Windber
ldquoMay you have the gladness of Christmas which is hope
The spirit of Christmas which is peace
And the heart of Christmas which is loverdquo
Blessed Christmas and Happy New Year
From the BHCW residents staff and general board
Brethren Home Community Windber
Tree of Stars 2016 Please help us decorate the
Christmas Tree of Stars
in this 33rd year of our program Your donation will not only honor or memorialize a loved one or friend it will help our Home to provide our residents benevolent care The names of those persons being remembered will be displayed on the Christmas Tree in the Circle Lounge and
published in our newsletter
Please return the bottom portion with your
contribution to
- -- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Christmas Tree of Stars 2016
Please hang a Star in Memory of _______________________________________
OR
Please hang an Ornament in Honor of ____________________________________
Donated By _______________________________________ Amount_______________
Address _________________________________________
__________________________________________
Church of the Brethren Home 227 Hoffman Avenue Windber PA 15963 Attn Tree of Stars
Mail completed registration form and payment for Leviticus to
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center
One Alpha DriveElizabethtown PA 17022
Make checks payable to SVMC
Questions Contact us at717-361-1450
svmcetownedu
REG ISTRATION FORM
Name
Address
PhoneE-mail
Congregation District
Where did you hear about this event
Other dietary restrictionsMeat or vegetarian lunch
Ten Plus Reasons to Love Leviticus
BOB NEFF Keynote Speaker
Other speakersChristina Bucher (sexuality in Leviticus from different faith perspectives)
David Leiter (social justice and Leviticus)Frank Ramirez (the Brethren and Leviticus 19)
Brody Rike (atonement and orientation to God)
Leviticus is a book for our time Leviticus challenges us to lives of integrity seven days a week by respecting our elders and the marginalized resolving our feelings and disputes with our neighbor protecting the rights of the alien addressing economic and social inequity care for the environment the appropriate preparation of food and its consumption living from the perspective of the Holy One This study unlike most book investigations will not follow chapter by chapter but will begin in the center of the book with chapter 19 and the directive ldquoYou shall be holy as I am Holyrdquo Leviticus invites us to lead a holy life that is strikingly relevant to our lives today
Cost $60 (includes light breakfast lunch and 06 CEUs)
Registration due to SVMC by April 10 2017
S u s q u e h a n n a V a l l e y M i n i s t r y C e n t e rContinuing Education Series
ELIZABETHTOWN COLLEGE bull Susquehanna Room
APRIL 24 2017900 am - 400 pm (Registration at 830)
Bob Neff is an Old Testament scholar President Emeritus of Juniata College and former General Secretary of the Church of the Brethren
Understanding Our American
Muslim Neighbors
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center Continuing Education Series
Islam is the fastest growing religion in the US and this event is designed to introduce our American Muslim neighbors so that we might begin to love them as Jesus commanded Participants will visit some of our Muslim neighbors at a local mosque The presenter George Pickens has been teaching Islam and Christian witness among Muslims for over 25 years first in Africa where he spent 14 years and currently at Messiah College where he is Professor of Theology and Director of the Program in Peace and Conflict Studies George is actively involved in building positive relations with Muslims in the Capital Region of central Pennsylvania and he is a member of the Mechanicsburg (PA) Church of the Brethren and an ordained minister in the Church of the Brethren
Cost is $5500 (includes light breakfast lunch and 07 CEUrsquos) If 3 or more register from the same congregation cost is $35person If possible please register all from congregation at the same time Registration will cap at 35 participants so please register early
Registration deadline March 10 2017
Mail completed registration form and payment for American Mus1im
Neighbors to
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center
One Alpha DriveElizabethtown PA 17022
Make checks payable to SVMC
Questions Contact us at717-361-1450
REG ISTRATION FORM
Name
Address
PhoneE-mail
Congregation District
Where did you hear about this event
Other dietary restrictionsMeat or vegetarian lunch
Led by George Pickens
March 25 2017 900 am - 500 pm
Mechanicsburg Church of the Brethren
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Mail completed registration form and payment for Art for Worship to
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center
One Alpha DriveElizabethtown PA 17022
Make checks payable to SVMC
Questions
Contact us at717-361-1450
svmcetownedu
REG ISTRATION FORM
NameAre you over 18
Address
PhoneE-mail
Congregation District
Where did you hear about this event
Other dietary restrictionsMeat or vegetarian lunch
Art for WorshipReimaginingReimagining
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center Continuing Education Program presents
March 18 2017Lititz Church of the Brethren900 am - 400 pm
Like the choral anthem the message the prayers and rituals liturgical art enhances the worship experience Each element is meant to awaken us and open our hearts to God The spiritual disciplines that go into sermon writingmdashprayer meditation study and reflectionmdashcan also be used to create liturgical art This kind of art-marking can be called ldquoco-creationrdquo for one creates in partnership with The Creator in a process that is itself an act of worship This workshop will explore fresh possibilities for art in liturgical spaces and lead participants through a process for ldquoco-creatingrdquo art themselves
Cost $65 (includes light breakfast lunch materials fee and 06 CEUs)Registration deadline March 3 2017
Led by Diane BrandtLed by Diane Brandt
ldquoThe Ascending Dancerdquo by Diane Brandt
Diane Brandt is Minister of Visual Arts at St Peterrsquos United Church of Christ in Lancaster PA
Yes
No
A ministry of the Church of the Brethren
1414 Plank Road P O Box 158
Hooversville PA 15936-0158 E-mail harmonycampharmonyorg
httpwwwcampharmonyorg
(814) 798-5885 FAX (814) 798-2225
ldquoThe Church of the Brethren should be absolutely fearless absurdly happy and always
getting into trouble for Jesusrdquo Quote from Dan Westhellip
FUTURE EVENTS
Faith Promise Benefit Dinner ndash December 3 ndash 500 PM ndash Call Camp to register
Alutiig Training ndash December 4 - 16
Childrenrsquos Christmas Party ndash December 10 ndash 900 AM - Call the District Office to register
Welcome to Bethlehem ndash December 10 ndash Greenhouse Park
Salix Bethel Youth Retreat ndash January 13 ndash 15
Cub Scout Retreat ndash January 21
Winter Youth Retreats
Junior Retreat ndash Grades 3 ndash 6 ndash January 27 ndash 29 2017
Teen Retreat ndash Grades 7 ndash 12 ndash February 3 ndash 5 2017
HERITAGE LODGE (oldest and last remaining original building at Camp) ROOF
UPDATE
Thank you volunteers for all your help on repairing and getting the roof ready for the metal roof
Camp has contracted with Kaufman Metals to put on the metal which puts the roof under
warranty Also we thank everyone for all the financial donations for the initial stage of the roof
and a congregation for their donation so Camp could contract for placement of the metal When
we all work together ndash all things are possible THANK YOU The roof is scheduled to be
put on the end of November andor the beginning of December
2016 ldquo52 GOD BLESS YOU TEAMrdquo
As more and more families are blessed they contribute $100 a week or $5200 to Camp so that
the ministry can bless others Join the 2016 team The original premise was that if all the families
in the District contributed $52 the mortgage could be eliminated The 2016 Team includes 60
families and congregations who have contributed $3700 Thank you so much for your
donationshelliphellip
Watch for the end of the year Camp Harmony newsletters They will be distributed soon
ldquoInviting all people to experience the wonder of
creation and find harmony with God with nature and
with one another
CAMP HARMONY
2 youth weekends
CampHarmonyorg
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2 Youth Weekends
January 27-29
Junior Retreat - Grades 3-6
February 3-5
Teen Retreat - Grades 7-12
Camper Name_____________________________________
Gender __M __F Birthdate_________ Current Grade ____
Parent or Legal Guardian(s) Names
_______________________________________________
Mailing Address___________________________________
City__________________ State ______ Zip __________
Email Address____________________________________
Home Phone______________________________________
Emergency Phone__________________________________
Special Instructions_______________________________
Is this your first time Camp Harmony ___Yes ___No
Which Retreat are you Registering For
Junior (grades 3-6) Teen (Grades 7-12)
January 27-29 2017 February 3-5 2017
Please complete if your church is paying a portion of the fee
Church name______________________________________
The church will be paying $_____ of the registration fee
Authorized Signature (Required Pastor or Camp Rep)
________________________________________________
In signing this application I grant permission for my child to attend Camp Harmony and for Camp
Harmony to use images (photo video etc) of my child and members of my family in camp publicity
(print ads internet including social networking sites etc) I waive the right to inspect or approve
images for such purposes I also acknowledge that by their very nature outdoor and camping ac-
tivities involve some risk of injury I understand also that although the camp has taken precau-
tions to provide proper supervision instruction training and equipment for each activity it is
impossible for the camp to guarantee absolute safety I further understand that participation in
these activities is voluntary and waive any claim that may arise against the camp andor employees
as a result of participation in the program except for those that are a direct result of gross
negligence of the camp or its employees
______________________________________________________________ Parent or Legal Guardian Signature Date
If you canrsquot wait until next summer to come back to camp
this is the retreat for you During our winter retreats at
Camp Harmony we do many of our favorite activities from
summer including crafts worship games and Bible lessons
Plus wersquoll get to go sledding and play in the snow Each
weekend is designed to strengthen your faith in Christ and
grow in your walk with Him We canrsquot wait to see you at Camp
Harmony
Registration Friday Evening 7-8 pm
Pick up Sunday Afternoon 2 pm
Cost $100 per camper
Things to bring
Bedding money for store amp offering towel amp toiletries
seasonal clothing including extra shoes and socks Bible
All of your FRIENDS
How to Register
Mail your completed registration form (one per camper) and
a $25 non-refundable deposit to
Camp Harmony Winter Retreats
PO Box 158
1414 Plank Road
Hooversville PA 15936
Payments can be made by cash check or credit card We
recommend full prepayment to reduce time in registration
line Registrations received less than one week from be-
ginning of retreat date will be charged a $15 late fee
Have questions or need more information
8147985885
programcampharmonyorg
AVAILABLE SPEAKERS LIST
January 2017 ORDAINED
ABRAHAM FARREL ndash 4315 Seton Dr Pittsburgh 15227-1245 ndash 412-979-0067 BALDEO ISAAC - 4555 Glen Eden Rd Cranberry Twp 16066-3001 -724 452-0923 BAUGHMAN CARL L - 130 Homewood Dr Butler 16001-1960 -724 283-1051 BERKEBILE WES J ndash 4285 State Route 208 New Wilmington 16142 ndash 724-901-7058 BROADWATER KEVIN L - 475 Keystone St Meyersdale 15552-6943 - 814 442-5684 CHRISTNER JAY L ndash 313 N Edgewood Ave Somerset 15501-1355 ndash 814-445-4223 DEFFENBAUGH BARRON K - 207 Churchill St Johnstown 15904 - 814 266-9758 DERR AMELIA ndash 1202 Roberts Street Nanty Glo 15943-1325 ndash 814-749-0262 DERR HORACE - 1202 Roberts Street Nanty Glo 15943-1325 ndash 814-749-0262 EASH JOHN E - 131 Friendship Ln Hollsopple 15935-6732 - 814 629-0206 GREEN GARY ndash 4589 Somerset Pike Hollsopple 15935-8217 ndash 814-479-5096 GREW DOTTIE H - 509 Sherman St Meyersdale 15552-1239 - 814 634-5329 HAY CHARLES R - 1127 E Main St Berlin 15530-1428-814 267-3205 HIRONIMUS BERTHA - 142 Bent Tree Hill Ligonier 15658-3202 -724 238-3984 HOUGHTON JAMES E - 124 Lindberg Ave Johnstown 15905-3019 -814 255-2431 HOUGHTON SALLY M - 124 Lindberg Ave Johnstown 15905-3019 -814 255-2431 KABLER ERIC P - 126 Clermont St Johnstown 15904-2132 - 814 266-2734 KENSINGER JAMES M - 329 Spackman St Seward 15954-3117 - 814 446-1088 LONGWELL ERIC M -240 Plumcreek Rd Shelocta 15774- 724 599-8690 MANGES JOHN W ndash 137 Catskill Ln Johnstown 15904-7523 MARSHALL HOMER H - 369 W Church Ave Masontown 15461-1651 -724 583-7073 MARSHALL PATRICIA M - 369 W Church Ave Masontown 15461-1651 -724 583-7073 MOORE EDWIN E JR - 107 Sabra Court Uniontown 15401-9729 - 724 970-2505 PETERMAN SANDRA M -110 Windy Ridge Ln Apt 3 Shelocta 15774 - 724 354-6026 REININGER LINDA L - 229 Davis St Johnstown 15906-1517 -814 539-1345 RUMMEL DALE E - 6171 Greenville Pike Grampian 15666-1959 -732 319-0099 RUPERT JACK - 409 State St Johnstown 15905-2642 - 814 322-7786 New Day ndash 814 535-8202 SHAFFER JUDITH A - PO Box 319 Donegal 15628-0319 - 724 516-9191 SHAULIS M ERIC- 25 Sixth Ave Meyersdale 15552-1444 -814 634-8740 SMITH A HARRISON -506 Sciandro Dr Greensburg 15601- 724837-4491 STEIN ROBERT R - PO Box 375 Chalk Hill 15421-0375 - 724 438-2226 SWICK MICHAEL R - 4127 Greenville Rd Meyersdale 15552-8518 -814 634-8158 WALKER JUDY M -425 Morningside Ave Jeannette 15644 - 724 522-5260 WALKER LARRY E - 425 Morningside Ave Jeannette 15644 - 724 522-5260 WHIPPLE CHARLES D - 317 Wyoming St Greensburg 15601-3947 -724 600-6332 WESTLAKE ELVA JEAN -436 Pony Farm Rd Kittanning 16201-4639-724 548-4901 WILLOUGHBY CAROLYN S-207 Churchill St Johnstown 15904-814 266-9758 YOUNG FRANK P ndash 105 Old Hickory Lane Johnston 15905-3377 ndash 814-418-5930
LICENSED
DERCK JOY E - 3089 Dutch Run Rd Shelocta 15774-2224 - 724 354-3386 DERMER JOANN - 3062 Hyndman Rd Hyndman 15545 - 814 842-6489 HILER GARY W - 228 Baltzer Bridge Rd Friedens 15541-6320 - 814 267-6722 ISHMAN DANIEL R - 116 Todd Rd Freeport 16229 - 724 540-5214 MARSZALEK CHERYL A - 409 Herman Ave Wilmerding 15148-1206 - 412 551-6422 SHAFFER ABBY R -(office) 115 Spring Rd Hollsopple 15935-7412 - 814 479-2181 YOST ERIC W ndash 1009 First Street Windber PA 15963 ndash 814-467-0882
LAY SPEAKER RAMER DONNA L -102 Franklin Dr Greensburg 15601-1305-724 836-0594
Thanks very much for keeping the reports coming in The NEW Form B that comes from the Yearbook Office in Elgin and updates contact information about your congregationrsquos board or leadership team chair the treasurer a deacon contact and a number of other contact persons will be coming to congregations and contact persons soon Please be sure to review the material provided on Form B and make updates as they are needed Complete addresses and phone numbers are appreciated as well as email addresses if they are available The Additional Officers
Form for 2016 will be sent from the District Office soon
In addition the Congregational Outreach Form for 20162017 has been sent from the COB Stewardship Office and is due by December 1 2016 If you have a question you will need to contact the Stewardship Office at 800-323-8039 ext 361 A downloadable version of the form as well as a new fillable option is also available at wwwbrethrenorgstewardship Feel free to use that option in order to switch to paperless reporting
The forms listed below were received in the District Office as of November 20 ALL of these informational forms are important to both the district and the denomination The updated forms are sent to Elgin and they provide a copy for the District Office If you have a question about a form please donrsquot hesitate to contact Tina at 814 479-2181 or toll free 1-866-279-2181 Your prompt attention to this task will be appreciated Thanks
Church Code
Church Name
Form A
Form B
2015 Statistical Report
Additional Officers
Self-Allocation
37-010 Arbutus
37-015 Beachdale
37-020 Bear Run
37-030 Berkey
37-050 Bethel
37-060 Brothersvalley
37-068 Canaan
37-070 Center
37-080 Center Hill
37-090 Conemaugh
37-100 Connellsville
37-110 County Line
37-130 Elbethel
37-140 Erie Community United
37-150 Fairchance
37-160 Fair View
37-170 Farmington Bethel
37-190 Geiger
37-195 Good Samaritan
37-200 Greensburg
37-210 Greenville
37-220 Hooversville
37-230 Hostetler
37-240 Hyndman
37-250 Indiana
37-310 Ligonier First
37-320 Locust Grove
37-340 Maple Glen
37-350 Maple Grove
37-360 Maple Spring
37-380 Meyersdale
37-390 Middlecreek
37-400 Monroeville
37-410 Montgomery
Church Code
Church Name
Form A
Form B
2015 Statistical Report
Additional Officers
Self-Allocation
37-260 Morrellville
37-420 Mount Joy
37-430 Mount Pleasant
37-270 Moxham
37-440 Nanty Glo
37-450 Natrona Heights
37-460 Oakdale
37-470 Penn Run
37-475 Pike Run
37-480 Pleasant Hill
37-500 Plumcreek
37-505 Purchase Line
37-508 Rayman
37-510 Robinson
37-520 Rockton
37-530 Rockwood
37-280 Roxbury
37-540 Rummel
37-550 Salisbury
37-560 Scalp Level
37-570 Shade CreekRidge
37-580 Sipesville
37-590 Somerset
37-620 Ten Mile
37-630 Tire Hill
37-635 Union Chapel
37-640 Uniontown
37-290 Walnut Grove
37-645 Way of Hope
37-300 Westmont
37-650 Windber
37-660 Wooddale
2016 District Events and Meetings
This calendar will be updated as we receive dates from your groups please send your important dates to the District Office
ASAP to insure they will be on the District Calendar Thank you EVENTS ARE CODED AS
District Events open for anyone in the District to attend - CAPS Meetings such as District Leadership Team Camp Board Home Trustees and events beyond the District - small print Youth and Childrenrsquos Activities -ITALICS amp CAPS
SUGGESTIONS FOR USE KEEP FOR REFERENCE WHEN SETTING LOCAL CHURCH DATES Each month check this page in District HIGHLIGHTS for changesadditions Keep your calendar updated
DECEMBER 2016
4 - SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT
10 - CHILDRENrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY ndash Camp Harmony ndash more information to come
11 - THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT
18 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT
19 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
25 - MERRY CHIRSTMAS
26 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
31 - NEW YEARrsquoS EVE
2017 District Events and Meetings
This calendar will be updated as we receive dates from your groups please send your important dates to the District Office
ASAP to insure they will be on the District Calendar Thank you EVENTS ARE CODED AS
District Events open for anyone in the District to attend - CAPS Meetings such as District Leadership Team Camp Board Home Trustees and events beyond the District - small print Youth and Childrenrsquos Activities - ITALICS amp CAPS
SUGGESTIONS FOR USE KEEP FOR REFERENCE WHEN SETTING LOCAL CHURCH DATES Each month check this page in District HIGHLIGHTS for changesadditions Keep your calendar updated
JANUARY 2017
1 - HAPPY NEW YEAR
8 - EPIPHANY
18-25 - WEEK OF PRAYER FOR CHRISTIAN UNITY
30 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
FEBRUARY 2017
9 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
18 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
20 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
MARCH 2017
1 - ASH WEDNESDAY
3 - WORLD DAY OF PRAYER
5 - FIRST SUNDAY OF LENT
12 - DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME BEGINS (Turn clocks AHEAD one hour)
12 - SECOND SUNDAY OF LENT
19 - THIRD SUNDAY OF LENT
20 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
26 - ONE GREAT HOUR OF SHARING
26 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF LENT
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
APRIL 2017
2 - FIFTH SUNDAY OF LENT
9 - PALM SUNDAY
13 - MAUNDY THURSDAY
14 - GOOD FRIDAY
16 - ALLELUIA CHRIST IS RISEN
17 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
22 - Earth Day
24 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
MAY 2017
4 - NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER
7 - NATIONAL YOUTH SUNDAY
5-6 - District Womenrsquos Retreat ndash Camp Harmony
11 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
14 - HAPPY MOTHERrsquoS DAY
20 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
22 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
25 - ASCENSION DAY
29 - MEMORIAL DAY
29 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
JUNE 2017
4 - HAPPY BIRTHDAY CHURCH (Pentecost Sunday)
4 - Annual Conference Briefing Geiger COB
18 - HAPPY FATHERrsquoS DAY
19 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
26 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
28 -ANNUAL CONFERENCE (begins) Grand Rapids Michigan
JULY 2017
2 - ANNUAL CONFERENCE (concludes) Greensboro North Carolina
4 - INDEPENDENCE DAY
20 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm - Beachley Residence (District Conference Business)
24 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
28 - District Leadership Team 6 pm Arbutus Church (District Conference Business)
31 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
AUGUST 2017
21 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
28 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
SEPTEMBER 2017
4 - LABOR DAY
14 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
16 - CAMP HARMONY FESTIVAL
18 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
21 - DAY OF PRAYER FOR PEACE
23 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
25 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
OCTOBER 2017
1 - WORLD COMMUNION SUNDAY
21 - District Conference 9 am Camp Harmony
23 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
30 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
NOVEMBER 2017
4 - ELEVENTH ANNUAL DISTRICT AUCTION 9 am Camp Harmony
5 - DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME ENDS (Turn clocks BACK one hour)
9 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
18 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
20 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
23 - HAPPY THANKSGIVING
26 - FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
DECEMBER 2017
3 - SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT
9 - CHILDRENrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY ndash Camp Harmony ndash more information to come
10 - THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT
17 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT
18 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
25 - MERRY CHIRSTMAS
- Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
31 - NEW YEARrsquoS EVE
PLEASE NOTE Dates will be added or changed as needed If your District group team or committee has additions or changes to this calendar please contact the District Office as soon as possible Your help is much appreciated
Western Pennsylvania District Highlights
December 2016January 2017 page 2
District Office News
February 2017
Highlights Deadline
January 10 2017 Please send all Highlights
information to the District Office for this next issue
HOSPITALIZED Please pray for Pastor Isaac Baldeo and his
family as he is now in hospice care Please pray for District Board Chair Ed
Houghton who recently had a heart procedure and is recovering at home
Please pray District Moderator Sandy Peterman as she is recovering after a short hospital stay
DISTRICT DIRECTORY UPDATES If you would like a paper copy or a CD please contact the District Office at 814 479-2181 or email Tina Lehman at tlehmanbrethrenorg Corrections and additions will be noted in the District HIGHLIGHTS as they are received Page 41 - ADDRESS CHANGE Timothy Vaughn
(LeAnn) 184 Bothell Lane Meyersdale 15552 Page 42 - ADD M Ross Goltfelty 111 N Glade
Hill Drive Swanton MD 21561 Email llgolt-feltyyahoocom
NEW MEMBERS Fairchance Congregation Wynonna Allamon Kylie Bricker Nancy Campbell Nicholas Dodson Chloe Eicher Kevin Guthrie Hector Navarro Christopher Wade Uniontown Congregation Luke Conticelli Dylan Conticelli Courtney Means
NEED YOUR HELP
If your congregation will produce a new directory in 2017 please drop off or send a copy to the District Office 115 Spring Road
Hollsopple 15935
It is very helpful to the District Office staff to have updated information from all the
churches we serve Thank you
LEADERSHIP Pastors Ross Goltfelty mdash Interim Salisbury Robert Thacker - Full time Purchase Line Greg BeachmdashResigned GreenvillemdashBethel
Please be in prayer for
The New Year
2017
A special Thank You to Bill and Audrey Wenger
who shared Special Music at District Conference on October 15 2016
In last monthrsquos issue of the District Highlights
they were not included in the list of those who participated during the worship moments of District Conference Thank you so much for
sharing your gifts with everyone in attendance
Western Pennsylvania District Highlights
December 2016January 2017 page 3
AbbsTract December 2016January 2017
I am a fanatic hand-washer
I canrsquot help it and I donrsquot even want to change My husband thinks itrsquos part of my (undiagnosed) OCD and it very well may be I feel justified in my quest to have clean hands at all times Life is often so messy so gross Even simple everyday tasks involve germy and dirty and sticky and grimy and I-donrsquot-even-need-to-say-what-else Our hands touch everything from restroom stall doors to gas pumps to steering wheels to faucets Dirty laundry and garbage bags and sneezes and old shoes and our pets But our hands are also what we use to prepare and eat our food With our hands we can bring a healing lov-ing touch Clean hands keep clean books fabrics pens tools etc In order to stay healthy and maintain nice things we need to keep our hands clean Clean hands also represent purity innocence freedom and spiritual wholeness Therersquos even a worship song called ldquoGive Us Clean Handsrdquo If you have ldquoblood on your handsrdquo that means yoursquove been found guilty of something But clean hands represent a pure heart (James 48) So imagine my surprise as I sat in a ministerial leadership conference in Maryland and heard God speak to my heart ldquoGet your hands dirty for Merdquo At the moment we were engaging in a time of quiet reflection A few conference leaders stood up front and we were all invited to stand in line to be anointed As I thought about this it occurred to me that we anoint the forehead But my head already belonged to the Lord Everything I read study write preach ndash itrsquos all for His glory I knew then what I had to do
I made my way cautiously toward the front of the room and waited my turn
Finally I stood before my anointer I believe it was Nate Polzin of the Michigan District I told him I had an odd request but it was something I felt led to seek ldquoI have trouble lsquogetting my hands dirtyrsquo for the Lordrdquo I said ldquoWill you anoint my handsrdquo He smiled kindly indicated that he knew what I was saying then poured oil into my outstretched palms He didnrsquot dab drizzle or dip he poured Oil dripped onto my shoes as well Part of me howled at the mess ldquoWhat is he doingrdquo Then I realized what the Lord wanted to teach me The oil wasnrsquot the mess ndash it was the soap The mess is tangled up in my pride and my unwillingness to help in the sticky situations of those around me The mess is in my heart when I choose to look the other way crossing to the other side of the road to avoid the bloody man in the ditch (Luke 10) I walked back to my seat hands dripping face glowing I resisted the urge to run to the bathroom to get cleaned up I just stared at my glistening hands thanking God for His grace Listen ndash I have read the story of Jesusrsquo birth a thousand times and nowhere in that story can I find a clean situation God used a pregnant teenager a dusty journey an animal shelter a human birth a feeding trough some smelly sheep-herders an inexperienced husband and a mad king to introduce salvation to His world Nobody had sanitized hands that night Almighty God picture of purity got His hands dirty for us Jesus Savior got His feet dirty for us It was the bloody Man who made it possible for us to be truly clean So what is my response How can I inconvenience myself for Jesus Christ in 2017 Lord help us to offer our hands in service to You Abby
Western Pennsylvania District Highlights
December 2016January 2017 page 4
At the District Office Nancy Burd Kristen Cannistraci Ashley Chonko Autumn Chonko Jay Christner Michael A Clark
Judith Clister David E Closson Linda L Coleman Lori Conn Helen Constable Sharon Cooper Virginia Crosby Jody Davids William Davis
Regina Deffenbaugh Joy Derck Randy Derck Amelia Derr LuAnn Deyarmin Lois Dietz
John Eash Luella Edeline Dorcas Geary Eicher Joni Eicher Sharon Eley Suzanne Enos
Jeffery Fackler George Feathers Sr Roger L Forry Homer Foster Bill Frey G Douglas Gehr Carolyn Gregory Gieta Gresh Ken Gresh Mildred (Hartzell) Gnegy Aleda Harding
Helen R Hay Bill Hemminger Rona Hemminger Tawnya Hess Becca Hoffman
Penny Hoffman Eleanor Honsaker Sharon L Honsaker Tammy Hoover
Carole J Horner Violet Hosler Wilbur H Hosler Ed Houghton Sally Houghton Phyllis Howard Donald Johnson Karen L Jones
Eric Kabler Janice Brougher Kaltenbaugh Peter Kaltenbaugh Elaine Karashowski
James Kensinger Tracey Kensinger Jean (Berkey) Kestermont Willadene Kimmel
Philip A King Roger Knepper William J Knieriem Tina Lehman Bonnie Lesney Arlene M Longwell
Jay Mader Ruby Mader Chuck Mahon Jerry Maldet Homer Marshall Pat Marshall Penny Mason
Peggy McCreary Mike amp Lea McKenzie Carolyn McKinney Hazel McLaney Kay McMillan
Cindy Metz Evert C Millard Earl ldquoBudrdquo Miller Suzie Moss Mark Murchie Julie Napotnik
Brenda Nicholson Victor S Norris Mary Orr Bernice Ott William Owens Greg Pascale Ellen Paul
Roberta Peck Sandy Peterman Kristina Peters Sandy Philipos Pike Run COB Plumcreek COB Delores Prinkey Donna Ramer Jolene Regetta
Crystal Reiber Linda Reininger Bonnie Ritenour Jack Rupert Beckey Schlosnagle Colleen Schurg Shannon Schurg Charlene Scott
Abby Shaffer Dan Shaffer Frances J Shaffer Jodie R Shaffer Donovan Sheldon
Gale Lynn Shipley Christine Shroyer Jessica Sigler Brian Simmons Shelly Singer Todd Singer
Kelly Bowser Smith Marsha Smith Robert F Spencer Betsy Statler Ron St Clair Lauren Stein Linda Stoner
Gwen Swick Charles Teets Paul Townsend Earl W Trevarrow Carol Walker Bill Waugh
Dawn Waugh Bill Wenger Bill Wentz Charles Whipple Daniel J Whitacre Betty Wilkins
Ed Wilson Jane (Berkey) Wolfhope and of course ldquoAnonymousrdquo
is now available for you to own ndash
we invite you to get one for yourself and several for friends and family What a great Christmas gift to share with someone who needs encouragement in their faith Some congregations have purchased the books to distribute to their members as their daily devotional book for 2017
Each page in the book contains Scripture a personal reflection and a prayer to help start your day
Books are available at the District Office
Make checks payable to Western PA District with ldquoBook Orderrdquo in the memo line Thanks
Donrsquot miss your chance to own this wonderful treasury of testimonies and meditations ndash each day bringing glory to God
You may be wondering whose stories are a part of ldquoOur Storiesrdquo here is the list of authors
you may just know a few of them
Royden Airesman Martha Whitacre Albright Myrna Baer David Baker Debbie Baker Olive Baker
Cindy Barclay Meredith Barkley George Barr Linda Beachley Ron Beachley Chad Berkebile
Keith Berkebile Lara Berkebile Marcia Berkebile Megan Berkebile Emma J Berkey Jo Berkey
Ed Bittinger Larry Black Helen Bloom Arbutus Blough Anna Coleman Bockes Linda Bottomley
Joe Brown Don Bruner Betty Bungard
Western Pennsylvania District Highlights
December 2016January 2017 page 5
District Volunteer and Job Opportunities
Please read and share
There are many ways to volunteer in the District whether in be through Camp Harmony or the Brethren Home Community Windber at events such as the Brethren Heritage Festival or the District
Auction or even happenings in your own congregation
The Outreach and Service Team of the District Leadership Team is still looking for volunteers to be the Western PA District Brethren Heritage and Peace Representative As the Heritage and
Peace Representative you would be asked to do the following 1 Help promote peace education by interacting with individuals pastors and congregations 2 Share peace education materials and instruction with the youth in our District by meeting with youth groups camp groups at Camp Harmony and other group settings arranged by the District Children and Youth Ministry Coordinator 3 Work with the District Outreach and Service Team in any way that the Team can help the representative with the above responsibilities 4 Report annually to the District Outreach and Service Team as to the work that has been accomplished in a given year
Please contact Marsha Smith at 814-535-2213 or charmar467atlanticbbnet if you are interested in serving
The Church of the Brethren Home in Windber is looking to call a new Chaplain by the end of the
year Linda Reininger current Chaplain at the Brethren Home will be retiring at the end of
December
The primary purpose of this position is to provide spiritual religious and personal counseling or guidance to residents family members and employees As the Pastor this individual would be delegated the administrative authority responsibility and accountability necessary for carrying out assigned duties It is a half-time position with major responsibility visiting residents sometimes the visit takes you to a local hospital Education and Experience requirements must be a licensed minister must have 2 years experience in pastoral ministry must be oriented to healthcare practices and procedures For more information please contact Thomas Reckner CEO Brethren Home Community Windber at 814-467-5505
Western Pennsylvania District Highlights
December 2016January 2017 page 6
District News
Events at the Penn Run Christian Outreach Center
(located directly across the street from the Penn Run Church of the Brethren)
PA Dutch Buffet - 400 pm - 700 pm
Saturday December 3 2016 Saturday January 7 2017
Saturday February 4 2017 Saturday March 4 2017 Saturday April 1 2017 Saturday May 6 2017
Starting in November the buffet will be a Pasta
Buffet and we alternate each month Same time and same place
Call the church office at 724-463-0420 for more information
Special Thanks
A special thanks to all who supported the District Auction that
was held at Camp Harmony on November 5 2016 with their
prayers donations and purchases Another special thanks to all the
volunteers who helped in any way before and on the day of the
auction We pray Godrsquos richest blessings on each one who helped
to make this day a success The total receipts received from
the District Auction were $961850
After expenses we honored our commitment to send 10 percent of our profit to the Nigerian Crisis Fund which amounted to $66500 That provides $599698 available for District Ministry Camp Scholarships will be given to first place and second place churches that raised the most funds Maple Spring took first place raising $177450 Pleasant Hill took second place raising $82600 Camp again provided us with a delicious breakfast and lunch $80000 was raised for camp A special thanks to everyone at Camp Harmony for their hospitality in all areas as we prepared for the auction
Western Pennsylvania District Highlights
December 2016January 2017 page 7
Please continue to pray for the situation in Nigeria
Remember them daily as we all pray for peace to come to that
devastated region
Visit wwwbrethrenorg for more information
Denominational News go to wwwbrethrenorg for the most complete and up to date news from the Church of the Brethren
Job Openings I f you are interested in job opportunities through the Church of the Brethren open positions can be found at httpwwwbrethrenorgaboutemploymenthtml
The Brethren Academy for Ministerial Leadership will offer
the Healthy Boundaries 101--Basic Level Ethics in Ministry Relations
Training via webcast on Saturday January 7 2017
from 1000 am to 400 pm (Eastern time) This session is for
ministry training students and newly licensed or ordained clergy who have not had the training
Academy executive director Julie M Hostetter will lead the training Read the full story at
wwwbrethrenorgnews2016healthy-boundaries-101-traininghtml
Brethren Academy Job Opening
Bethany Theological Seminary and the Office of Ministry of the Church of the Brethren seek to fill the full-time position Executive Director of the Brethren Academy for Ministerial Leadership The primary functions of the position are to oversee certificate programs in ministry education continuing education for ministers and educational events focused on leadership development in the Church of the Brethren Interested candidates should possess the following qualifications and abilities - Five years of effective leadership in pastoral ministry - Ordination and active membership in the Church of the Brethren - Master of divinity degree - A record of regular continuing education experiences - Residence in Richmond Indiana or the surrounding area A complete job description is available on the Bethany Seminary website The application deadline is December 1 2016 Interviews will immediately follow with the position to be filled by January 31 2017 Interested candidates should send their resumes by postal mail or e-mail to
Steven Schweitzer Academic Dean Bethany Theological Seminary 615 National Road West Richmond IN 47374
deansofficebethanyseminaryedu
The Brethren Academy for Ministerial Leadership is a ministry training partnership of Bethany Theological Seminary and the Church of the Brethren Office of Ministry Bethany Theological Seminaryrsquos policy prohibits discrimination in employment opportunities or practices with regard to race gender age disability marital status sexual orientation national or ethnic origin or religion
Dear Brothers and Sisters
Risk Hope the 2017 Annual Conference theme emerges from an Old Testament saga of tragedy and redemption Staring down obstacles and situations very reminiscent of our 21st century challenges our ancestors in faith made mistakes suffered consequences and endured darkness but in the midst of it all they found their footing in their identity story and ultimately welcomed Gods powerful presence in their midst The second Bible study based on this theme appeared in Newsline and is posted on the Annual Conference website wwwbrethrenorgacBiblestudy
Feel free to reference it yourself or share it with brothers and sisters in your congregation as we all
wrestle with the challenges of being both the Chosen of God and the Servants of God in the midst
of a troubled world
Blessings to you in Christ Carol Scheppard
2017 Annual Conference Moderator
Annual Conference exists to unite strengthen and equip the Church of the Brethren to follow Jesus
Western Pennsylvania District Highlights
December 2016January 2017 page 8
Denominational News go to wwwbrethrenorg for the most complete and up to date news from the Church of the Brethren
Global Mission Updates
Global Mission Prayer Guide
Dominican Republic
Pray for Global Mission workers Nicole and Jason Hoover as they and their children Ethan and Miriam move to the Dominican Republic this week Nicole and Jason will be serving with Iglesia de los Hermanos the Dominican Church of the Brethren Pray for Godrsquos peace in this time of transition and settling in Pray for the Spiritrsquos guiding in making connections and building relationships
Vietnam
Pray for Global Mission volunteer Grace Mishler and her work as a case manager for poor Vietnamese families needing access to eye care for their vision-impaired children Blind or visually-impaired people face stigma in Vietnam and there is a shortage of doctors with up-to-date training and equipment Grace has networked with service providers in Vietnam especially the American Eye Center and has spread stories and raised funds with Church of the Brethren congregations and individuals to help enable these families to receive the care they need
Pray for the Thien An Blind School in Ho Chi Minh City as it goes through
transitions in leadership Global Mission worker Grace Mishler partners with this school for poor children with blindness
In addition to standard education subjects the school teaches Braille and
provides mobility and vocational training Pray for the schoolrsquos headmas-
ter who faces potential eye removal sur-gery due to excruciating pain
India
Pray for the Gospel Convention and Peace Festival of the Church of North India (CNI) to be held on Nov 8 hosted by the Diocese of Gujarat Officials expect more than 50000 people to attend from various CNI dioceses Pray for Silvans Christian bishop of Gujarat Diocese and other leaders working to organize this first event of its kind Pray that the event may strengthen and spread CNIrsquos heritage of peace witness
Students at the Thien An Blind School prepare for a vocal musical concert joined by Grace Mishler (middle row left) Photo by Xuan Nguyen
A preschooler receives care at the American Eye Center in Ho Chi Minh City following a misdiagnosis at a previous facility Photo by Grace Mishler
Western Pennsylvania District Highlights
December 2016January 2017 page 9
Global Mission Updates Denominational News go to wwwbrethrenorg for the most complete and up to date news from the Church of the Brethren
Global Mission Prayer Guide
United States
Pray for the Death Row Support Project (DRSP) a Church of the Brethren ministry that connects death row inmates with pen pals A person confined to death row often spends up to 23 hours each day alone in a small cell DRSP helps remind participants of Godrsquos love for everyone by bringing a small level of connection to the inmatesrsquo extreme isolation and by helping those on the outside to dispel fear and stereotypes Give thanks for the increased interest and participation in the program Pray that the Death Row Support Project and its volunteers can help in the effort to abolish the death penalty in the United States
Pray for the Brethren Disaster Ministries (BDM) rebuilding project near Columbia SC which is continuing recovery efforts following the October 2015 flooding and picking up where the ecumenical Disaster Recovery Support Initiative left off Pray for the health and safety of the rebuild volunteers Pray for the many South Carolinians affected by the flooding who are still rebuilding their lives
South Sudan
Pray for the great need in South Sudan A World Food Program representative stated that a third of South Sudans population up to four million people is severely food insecure Additionally accord-ing to the United Nations an average of 3500 people flee the country each day trying to escape the ongoing violent conflict Instability in the UNs peacekeeping efforts have further increased the countrys challenges Pray for all those who work for peace in South Sudan especially Global Mission worker Athanasus Ungang
Venezuela
Pray for a gathering of pastors interested in the emerging Brethren group in Venezuela Approxi-mately 400 pastors and leaders are expected to meet in the city of Valle la Pascua Alexandre Gon-ccedilalves a pastor with Igreja da Irmandade-Brasil (Church of the Brethren in Brazil) will provide lead-ership as the group continues to learn about and discuss Church of the Brethren theology and prac-tice
North Korea
Pray for traveling mercies for Global Mission workers Linda and Robert Shank as they return home from another semester at Pyongyang University of Science and Technology Give thanks for the Shanks continued opportunity to serve as teachers and dean of agriculture at this school for North Koreas future leaders
Western Pennsylvania District Highlights
December 2016January 2017 page 10
Global Mission Updates
Global Mission Prayer Guide
Denominational News go to wwwbrethrenorg for the most complete and up to date news from the Church of the Brethren
Haiti
Give thanks for the initial distributions of food and supplies to Hurricane Matthew survivors provided by Eglise des Freres drsquoHaiti (the Church of the Brethren in Haiti) and funded by an Emergency Disaster Fund grant Approximately 660 families have been served in communities of Bomba-dopolis Savanette Jeremie Bois Leger and Les Cayes Distributed items include clothing tarps matches candles bleach toothbrushes and food including canned chicken provided by Southern Pennsylvania and Mid-Atlantic Districts of the Church of the Brethren Pray for the travels of Roy Winter associate executive director of Global Mission and Service and Brethren Disaster Ministries and Jeff Boshart manager of the Global Food Initiative as they meet with Haitian Brethren leaders to develop further plans for rebuilding and recovery
Nigeria
Praise God for the first church building initiative in recent years that brings together members from the Church of the Brethren in the United States and the Church of the Brethren in Nigeria (EYN - Ekklesiyar Yanuwa a Nigeria) The church is being built for EYN families who have been displaced due to violence Pray for health and safety Pray that all participants be renewed by this time of joint service and solidarity Pray for enthusiasm and generosity toward future Nigeria workcamps
Leaders from Eglise des Freres drsquoHaiti visit the community of Bombadopolis to distribute supplies to hurricane victims Photo by Ilexene Alphonse
Leaders from Eglise des Freres drsquoHaiti visit tAfter a worship service of welcome and praise participants begin work on church construction leveling the floor and pouring the foundation Photo by Jay Wittmeyer
2017 District Womenrsquos Spring Event
Women of God ndash Joy in the Journey
ldquoTherefore my heart is gladhelliphelliprdquo Psalm 169
The District Womenrsquos Ministries are so excited to share with you
that we will be sponsoring a fabulous Womenrsquos Retreat on
Friday May 5 2017 through Saturday May 6 2017
Come share in the Joy of our Lord through stories inspiration good music
laughter prayer good food the beauty of the land and some well-deserved rest
The Retreat will be held at Camp Harmony this year Most of our lodging will be
at the Harmony House You will be pleased with its transformation All bedding
will be provided except for the pillow for your head (Please bring your favorite
pillow with you)
We would also like you to bring a music box with you if you can Wersquod like to
hear the story behind it
Registration will begin on Friday from 400pm till 600pm
Dinner will be served around 630
Donrsquot -worry there will be time for pampering We are planning to have a
Message Therapist an Essential Oil Therapist and a station for nails and toes
Ladies ndash Pack your bags and prepare for a relaxing getaway Yoursquoll grow closer to
friends deepen your relationship with Jesus and be pampered as well
Join the ldquoJoy in the Journeyrdquo
The cost of the retreat will be $9500 each This will cover all meals and snacks
entertainment gifts refreshments and comfortable lodging We ask that you pay
$5000 with your registration That will be due on February 14th The other $4500
should be paid before April 5th Each person should fill out a registration slip
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2017 District Womenrsquos Spring Event
Women of God ndash Joy in the Journey
Registration Form ndash one form per person
Church ___________________________________________________________
Name _____________________________________________________________
Address ___________________________________________________________
City ____________________________________ State __________ Zip ______
Email _____________________________________________________________
Cost $9500 for 2 day retreat ndash includes meals lodging and all the fun
Deposit $5000 due by February 14 2017
Remaining Balance $4500 due before April 15 2017
Please send Registration Forms and fees to
Pastor Judy Walker 425 Morningside Avenue Jeannette PA 15644-1954
2017 Work Schedule
Please review the 2017 work schedule below and consider giving a day or a week
out of your busy schedules toward this very rewarding worthwhile ministry
Contact your church coordinator or Herb Ewald at hjewaldatlanticbbnet
or (814) 539-8530 as soon as possible to volunteer
Thank you
Day Trips Week Trips
XXXXXXXXXXX March 26 ndash April 1 Project 2 XXXXXXXXXXX with Virlina District
Thursday April 6 July 9 - 15 S Carolina Tuesday April 18 with Beaver Creek Mid - Atlantic
Thursday June 8 September 3 - 9 Project 2 Tuesday June 27 with Brownsville Mid - Atlantic Thursday August 10 October 1 - 7 S Carolina Tuesday August 29 with (open) Thursday October 12 Tuesday October 24 All week long trip locations will be Thursday December 7 announced as info becomes available Tuesday December 19
Brethren Home
Community Windber
December 2016 ndash January 2017
Pastor linda reininger to retire on December 29
Home Chaplain Linda Reininger will retire on December 29 Pastor Linda and her
husband Jim have spent the last five years in pastoral service to our residents We
thank her for her dedicated service and wish her a blessed retirement filled with many
happy hours with her family
CPR mannequins purchased by Home Auxiliary
The Home Auxiliary and members of the nursing department have partnered to make
required cardio-pulmonary resuscitation classes available for our staff The Auxiliary
purchased a set of cardio pulmonary resuscitation mannequins and instructional tapes
to be used in CPR classes Mrs Nancy Donati RN and Mrs Jeri Lynn Felski RN
became certified CPR instructors through the American Heart Association With the
purchase of the mannequins and instructional tapes along with onsite instructors
classes can be scheduled at our staffrsquos convenience with no additional costs
Auxiliary officers installed At the November meeting Pastor Ron
St Clair installed these Home Auxiliary officers for 2017 President Arbutus Eash Vice
President Donna Ramer Corresponding Secretary Janet Fisher Recording Secretary
Connie Berkebile Treasurer April Mackell Assistant Treasurer Marilyn Manotti At
the meeting the Auxiliary also made these purchases for the Home six infection control
supply cabinets renovations for one resident room piano tuning and knife sharpeners
for a total of just over $3000 As always the Home is tremendously grateful for the
officers who dedicate themselves to the work of the Auxiliary and the generous gifts the
Auxiliary makes available for our residents
Jigsaw PUZZLES and puzzle BOARDs donated The family of
Mrs Janet Korber made a gift of three revolving jigsaw puzzle boards and more than
twenty puzzles to the Home in memory of their mother The family worked with the
activities department to make the gift one that would be enjoyed by Mrs Korberrsquos
friends and many future residents With the onset of winter weather the puzzles and
boards will be an especially welcome pastime
Ipad purchased with community foundation
grant Our Home has received a $500 grant from the iPACP fund administered
by the Community Foundation for the Alleghenies The grant money was used to
purchase an IPad to be used by residents with neurological disorders that limit their
communication skills Interchangeable applications for the iPad will allow these
residents to communicate in writing or through the use of icons according to evolving
therapy needs
QUALITY NURSING DIRECTOR EARNS CERTIFICATION
Mrs Amanda Snyder RN BSN PCHA has completed the requirements to become a
Certified Nursing Director in Long Term Care The certification is awarded by the
American Society for Long Term Care Nurses Mrs Snyder is the Quality Nursing
Director at the Home responsible for maintaining state standards of care and providing
in service education
Activities for daily living suite added Activities for Daily
Living (ADL) is a program designed to complement our therapy services Using the
skills reclaimed through physical and occupational therapy and applying them to real
life situations ADL prepares our residents for their return to independent living The
opportunity to master actual life skills under the supervision of a therapist raises the
residentsrsquo confidence and increases their success rate To facilitate the program the
Home is constructing an ADL suite It will be located next to the basement chapel and
contain a full working kitchen bathroom bedroom and living area
Breast cancer awareness activities The Home staff once again
took part in October breast cancer awareness month activities Dress down days
cookie sales bracelet sales and participation in breast cancer walksruns led to a
donation of $307 made to the Joyce Murtha Breast Care Center in Windber
ldquoMay you have the gladness of Christmas which is hope
The spirit of Christmas which is peace
And the heart of Christmas which is loverdquo
Blessed Christmas and Happy New Year
From the BHCW residents staff and general board
Brethren Home Community Windber
Tree of Stars 2016 Please help us decorate the
Christmas Tree of Stars
in this 33rd year of our program Your donation will not only honor or memorialize a loved one or friend it will help our Home to provide our residents benevolent care The names of those persons being remembered will be displayed on the Christmas Tree in the Circle Lounge and
published in our newsletter
Please return the bottom portion with your
contribution to
- -- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Christmas Tree of Stars 2016
Please hang a Star in Memory of _______________________________________
OR
Please hang an Ornament in Honor of ____________________________________
Donated By _______________________________________ Amount_______________
Address _________________________________________
__________________________________________
Church of the Brethren Home 227 Hoffman Avenue Windber PA 15963 Attn Tree of Stars
Mail completed registration form and payment for Leviticus to
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center
One Alpha DriveElizabethtown PA 17022
Make checks payable to SVMC
Questions Contact us at717-361-1450
svmcetownedu
REG ISTRATION FORM
Name
Address
PhoneE-mail
Congregation District
Where did you hear about this event
Other dietary restrictionsMeat or vegetarian lunch
Ten Plus Reasons to Love Leviticus
BOB NEFF Keynote Speaker
Other speakersChristina Bucher (sexuality in Leviticus from different faith perspectives)
David Leiter (social justice and Leviticus)Frank Ramirez (the Brethren and Leviticus 19)
Brody Rike (atonement and orientation to God)
Leviticus is a book for our time Leviticus challenges us to lives of integrity seven days a week by respecting our elders and the marginalized resolving our feelings and disputes with our neighbor protecting the rights of the alien addressing economic and social inequity care for the environment the appropriate preparation of food and its consumption living from the perspective of the Holy One This study unlike most book investigations will not follow chapter by chapter but will begin in the center of the book with chapter 19 and the directive ldquoYou shall be holy as I am Holyrdquo Leviticus invites us to lead a holy life that is strikingly relevant to our lives today
Cost $60 (includes light breakfast lunch and 06 CEUs)
Registration due to SVMC by April 10 2017
S u s q u e h a n n a V a l l e y M i n i s t r y C e n t e rContinuing Education Series
ELIZABETHTOWN COLLEGE bull Susquehanna Room
APRIL 24 2017900 am - 400 pm (Registration at 830)
Bob Neff is an Old Testament scholar President Emeritus of Juniata College and former General Secretary of the Church of the Brethren
Understanding Our American
Muslim Neighbors
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center Continuing Education Series
Islam is the fastest growing religion in the US and this event is designed to introduce our American Muslim neighbors so that we might begin to love them as Jesus commanded Participants will visit some of our Muslim neighbors at a local mosque The presenter George Pickens has been teaching Islam and Christian witness among Muslims for over 25 years first in Africa where he spent 14 years and currently at Messiah College where he is Professor of Theology and Director of the Program in Peace and Conflict Studies George is actively involved in building positive relations with Muslims in the Capital Region of central Pennsylvania and he is a member of the Mechanicsburg (PA) Church of the Brethren and an ordained minister in the Church of the Brethren
Cost is $5500 (includes light breakfast lunch and 07 CEUrsquos) If 3 or more register from the same congregation cost is $35person If possible please register all from congregation at the same time Registration will cap at 35 participants so please register early
Registration deadline March 10 2017
Mail completed registration form and payment for American Mus1im
Neighbors to
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center
One Alpha DriveElizabethtown PA 17022
Make checks payable to SVMC
Questions Contact us at717-361-1450
REG ISTRATION FORM
Name
Address
PhoneE-mail
Congregation District
Where did you hear about this event
Other dietary restrictionsMeat or vegetarian lunch
Led by George Pickens
March 25 2017 900 am - 500 pm
Mechanicsburg Church of the Brethren
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Mail completed registration form and payment for Art for Worship to
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center
One Alpha DriveElizabethtown PA 17022
Make checks payable to SVMC
Questions
Contact us at717-361-1450
svmcetownedu
REG ISTRATION FORM
NameAre you over 18
Address
PhoneE-mail
Congregation District
Where did you hear about this event
Other dietary restrictionsMeat or vegetarian lunch
Art for WorshipReimaginingReimagining
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center Continuing Education Program presents
March 18 2017Lititz Church of the Brethren900 am - 400 pm
Like the choral anthem the message the prayers and rituals liturgical art enhances the worship experience Each element is meant to awaken us and open our hearts to God The spiritual disciplines that go into sermon writingmdashprayer meditation study and reflectionmdashcan also be used to create liturgical art This kind of art-marking can be called ldquoco-creationrdquo for one creates in partnership with The Creator in a process that is itself an act of worship This workshop will explore fresh possibilities for art in liturgical spaces and lead participants through a process for ldquoco-creatingrdquo art themselves
Cost $65 (includes light breakfast lunch materials fee and 06 CEUs)Registration deadline March 3 2017
Led by Diane BrandtLed by Diane Brandt
ldquoThe Ascending Dancerdquo by Diane Brandt
Diane Brandt is Minister of Visual Arts at St Peterrsquos United Church of Christ in Lancaster PA
Yes
No
A ministry of the Church of the Brethren
1414 Plank Road P O Box 158
Hooversville PA 15936-0158 E-mail harmonycampharmonyorg
httpwwwcampharmonyorg
(814) 798-5885 FAX (814) 798-2225
ldquoThe Church of the Brethren should be absolutely fearless absurdly happy and always
getting into trouble for Jesusrdquo Quote from Dan Westhellip
FUTURE EVENTS
Faith Promise Benefit Dinner ndash December 3 ndash 500 PM ndash Call Camp to register
Alutiig Training ndash December 4 - 16
Childrenrsquos Christmas Party ndash December 10 ndash 900 AM - Call the District Office to register
Welcome to Bethlehem ndash December 10 ndash Greenhouse Park
Salix Bethel Youth Retreat ndash January 13 ndash 15
Cub Scout Retreat ndash January 21
Winter Youth Retreats
Junior Retreat ndash Grades 3 ndash 6 ndash January 27 ndash 29 2017
Teen Retreat ndash Grades 7 ndash 12 ndash February 3 ndash 5 2017
HERITAGE LODGE (oldest and last remaining original building at Camp) ROOF
UPDATE
Thank you volunteers for all your help on repairing and getting the roof ready for the metal roof
Camp has contracted with Kaufman Metals to put on the metal which puts the roof under
warranty Also we thank everyone for all the financial donations for the initial stage of the roof
and a congregation for their donation so Camp could contract for placement of the metal When
we all work together ndash all things are possible THANK YOU The roof is scheduled to be
put on the end of November andor the beginning of December
2016 ldquo52 GOD BLESS YOU TEAMrdquo
As more and more families are blessed they contribute $100 a week or $5200 to Camp so that
the ministry can bless others Join the 2016 team The original premise was that if all the families
in the District contributed $52 the mortgage could be eliminated The 2016 Team includes 60
families and congregations who have contributed $3700 Thank you so much for your
donationshelliphellip
Watch for the end of the year Camp Harmony newsletters They will be distributed soon
ldquoInviting all people to experience the wonder of
creation and find harmony with God with nature and
with one another
CAMP HARMONY
2 youth weekends
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2 Youth Weekends
January 27-29
Junior Retreat - Grades 3-6
February 3-5
Teen Retreat - Grades 7-12
Camper Name_____________________________________
Gender __M __F Birthdate_________ Current Grade ____
Parent or Legal Guardian(s) Names
_______________________________________________
Mailing Address___________________________________
City__________________ State ______ Zip __________
Email Address____________________________________
Home Phone______________________________________
Emergency Phone__________________________________
Special Instructions_______________________________
Is this your first time Camp Harmony ___Yes ___No
Which Retreat are you Registering For
Junior (grades 3-6) Teen (Grades 7-12)
January 27-29 2017 February 3-5 2017
Please complete if your church is paying a portion of the fee
Church name______________________________________
The church will be paying $_____ of the registration fee
Authorized Signature (Required Pastor or Camp Rep)
________________________________________________
In signing this application I grant permission for my child to attend Camp Harmony and for Camp
Harmony to use images (photo video etc) of my child and members of my family in camp publicity
(print ads internet including social networking sites etc) I waive the right to inspect or approve
images for such purposes I also acknowledge that by their very nature outdoor and camping ac-
tivities involve some risk of injury I understand also that although the camp has taken precau-
tions to provide proper supervision instruction training and equipment for each activity it is
impossible for the camp to guarantee absolute safety I further understand that participation in
these activities is voluntary and waive any claim that may arise against the camp andor employees
as a result of participation in the program except for those that are a direct result of gross
negligence of the camp or its employees
______________________________________________________________ Parent or Legal Guardian Signature Date
If you canrsquot wait until next summer to come back to camp
this is the retreat for you During our winter retreats at
Camp Harmony we do many of our favorite activities from
summer including crafts worship games and Bible lessons
Plus wersquoll get to go sledding and play in the snow Each
weekend is designed to strengthen your faith in Christ and
grow in your walk with Him We canrsquot wait to see you at Camp
Harmony
Registration Friday Evening 7-8 pm
Pick up Sunday Afternoon 2 pm
Cost $100 per camper
Things to bring
Bedding money for store amp offering towel amp toiletries
seasonal clothing including extra shoes and socks Bible
All of your FRIENDS
How to Register
Mail your completed registration form (one per camper) and
a $25 non-refundable deposit to
Camp Harmony Winter Retreats
PO Box 158
1414 Plank Road
Hooversville PA 15936
Payments can be made by cash check or credit card We
recommend full prepayment to reduce time in registration
line Registrations received less than one week from be-
ginning of retreat date will be charged a $15 late fee
Have questions or need more information
8147985885
programcampharmonyorg
AVAILABLE SPEAKERS LIST
January 2017 ORDAINED
ABRAHAM FARREL ndash 4315 Seton Dr Pittsburgh 15227-1245 ndash 412-979-0067 BALDEO ISAAC - 4555 Glen Eden Rd Cranberry Twp 16066-3001 -724 452-0923 BAUGHMAN CARL L - 130 Homewood Dr Butler 16001-1960 -724 283-1051 BERKEBILE WES J ndash 4285 State Route 208 New Wilmington 16142 ndash 724-901-7058 BROADWATER KEVIN L - 475 Keystone St Meyersdale 15552-6943 - 814 442-5684 CHRISTNER JAY L ndash 313 N Edgewood Ave Somerset 15501-1355 ndash 814-445-4223 DEFFENBAUGH BARRON K - 207 Churchill St Johnstown 15904 - 814 266-9758 DERR AMELIA ndash 1202 Roberts Street Nanty Glo 15943-1325 ndash 814-749-0262 DERR HORACE - 1202 Roberts Street Nanty Glo 15943-1325 ndash 814-749-0262 EASH JOHN E - 131 Friendship Ln Hollsopple 15935-6732 - 814 629-0206 GREEN GARY ndash 4589 Somerset Pike Hollsopple 15935-8217 ndash 814-479-5096 GREW DOTTIE H - 509 Sherman St Meyersdale 15552-1239 - 814 634-5329 HAY CHARLES R - 1127 E Main St Berlin 15530-1428-814 267-3205 HIRONIMUS BERTHA - 142 Bent Tree Hill Ligonier 15658-3202 -724 238-3984 HOUGHTON JAMES E - 124 Lindberg Ave Johnstown 15905-3019 -814 255-2431 HOUGHTON SALLY M - 124 Lindberg Ave Johnstown 15905-3019 -814 255-2431 KABLER ERIC P - 126 Clermont St Johnstown 15904-2132 - 814 266-2734 KENSINGER JAMES M - 329 Spackman St Seward 15954-3117 - 814 446-1088 LONGWELL ERIC M -240 Plumcreek Rd Shelocta 15774- 724 599-8690 MANGES JOHN W ndash 137 Catskill Ln Johnstown 15904-7523 MARSHALL HOMER H - 369 W Church Ave Masontown 15461-1651 -724 583-7073 MARSHALL PATRICIA M - 369 W Church Ave Masontown 15461-1651 -724 583-7073 MOORE EDWIN E JR - 107 Sabra Court Uniontown 15401-9729 - 724 970-2505 PETERMAN SANDRA M -110 Windy Ridge Ln Apt 3 Shelocta 15774 - 724 354-6026 REININGER LINDA L - 229 Davis St Johnstown 15906-1517 -814 539-1345 RUMMEL DALE E - 6171 Greenville Pike Grampian 15666-1959 -732 319-0099 RUPERT JACK - 409 State St Johnstown 15905-2642 - 814 322-7786 New Day ndash 814 535-8202 SHAFFER JUDITH A - PO Box 319 Donegal 15628-0319 - 724 516-9191 SHAULIS M ERIC- 25 Sixth Ave Meyersdale 15552-1444 -814 634-8740 SMITH A HARRISON -506 Sciandro Dr Greensburg 15601- 724837-4491 STEIN ROBERT R - PO Box 375 Chalk Hill 15421-0375 - 724 438-2226 SWICK MICHAEL R - 4127 Greenville Rd Meyersdale 15552-8518 -814 634-8158 WALKER JUDY M -425 Morningside Ave Jeannette 15644 - 724 522-5260 WALKER LARRY E - 425 Morningside Ave Jeannette 15644 - 724 522-5260 WHIPPLE CHARLES D - 317 Wyoming St Greensburg 15601-3947 -724 600-6332 WESTLAKE ELVA JEAN -436 Pony Farm Rd Kittanning 16201-4639-724 548-4901 WILLOUGHBY CAROLYN S-207 Churchill St Johnstown 15904-814 266-9758 YOUNG FRANK P ndash 105 Old Hickory Lane Johnston 15905-3377 ndash 814-418-5930
LICENSED
DERCK JOY E - 3089 Dutch Run Rd Shelocta 15774-2224 - 724 354-3386 DERMER JOANN - 3062 Hyndman Rd Hyndman 15545 - 814 842-6489 HILER GARY W - 228 Baltzer Bridge Rd Friedens 15541-6320 - 814 267-6722 ISHMAN DANIEL R - 116 Todd Rd Freeport 16229 - 724 540-5214 MARSZALEK CHERYL A - 409 Herman Ave Wilmerding 15148-1206 - 412 551-6422 SHAFFER ABBY R -(office) 115 Spring Rd Hollsopple 15935-7412 - 814 479-2181 YOST ERIC W ndash 1009 First Street Windber PA 15963 ndash 814-467-0882
LAY SPEAKER RAMER DONNA L -102 Franklin Dr Greensburg 15601-1305-724 836-0594
Thanks very much for keeping the reports coming in The NEW Form B that comes from the Yearbook Office in Elgin and updates contact information about your congregationrsquos board or leadership team chair the treasurer a deacon contact and a number of other contact persons will be coming to congregations and contact persons soon Please be sure to review the material provided on Form B and make updates as they are needed Complete addresses and phone numbers are appreciated as well as email addresses if they are available The Additional Officers
Form for 2016 will be sent from the District Office soon
In addition the Congregational Outreach Form for 20162017 has been sent from the COB Stewardship Office and is due by December 1 2016 If you have a question you will need to contact the Stewardship Office at 800-323-8039 ext 361 A downloadable version of the form as well as a new fillable option is also available at wwwbrethrenorgstewardship Feel free to use that option in order to switch to paperless reporting
The forms listed below were received in the District Office as of November 20 ALL of these informational forms are important to both the district and the denomination The updated forms are sent to Elgin and they provide a copy for the District Office If you have a question about a form please donrsquot hesitate to contact Tina at 814 479-2181 or toll free 1-866-279-2181 Your prompt attention to this task will be appreciated Thanks
Church Code
Church Name
Form A
Form B
2015 Statistical Report
Additional Officers
Self-Allocation
37-010 Arbutus
37-015 Beachdale
37-020 Bear Run
37-030 Berkey
37-050 Bethel
37-060 Brothersvalley
37-068 Canaan
37-070 Center
37-080 Center Hill
37-090 Conemaugh
37-100 Connellsville
37-110 County Line
37-130 Elbethel
37-140 Erie Community United
37-150 Fairchance
37-160 Fair View
37-170 Farmington Bethel
37-190 Geiger
37-195 Good Samaritan
37-200 Greensburg
37-210 Greenville
37-220 Hooversville
37-230 Hostetler
37-240 Hyndman
37-250 Indiana
37-310 Ligonier First
37-320 Locust Grove
37-340 Maple Glen
37-350 Maple Grove
37-360 Maple Spring
37-380 Meyersdale
37-390 Middlecreek
37-400 Monroeville
37-410 Montgomery
Church Code
Church Name
Form A
Form B
2015 Statistical Report
Additional Officers
Self-Allocation
37-260 Morrellville
37-420 Mount Joy
37-430 Mount Pleasant
37-270 Moxham
37-440 Nanty Glo
37-450 Natrona Heights
37-460 Oakdale
37-470 Penn Run
37-475 Pike Run
37-480 Pleasant Hill
37-500 Plumcreek
37-505 Purchase Line
37-508 Rayman
37-510 Robinson
37-520 Rockton
37-530 Rockwood
37-280 Roxbury
37-540 Rummel
37-550 Salisbury
37-560 Scalp Level
37-570 Shade CreekRidge
37-580 Sipesville
37-590 Somerset
37-620 Ten Mile
37-630 Tire Hill
37-635 Union Chapel
37-640 Uniontown
37-290 Walnut Grove
37-645 Way of Hope
37-300 Westmont
37-650 Windber
37-660 Wooddale
2016 District Events and Meetings
This calendar will be updated as we receive dates from your groups please send your important dates to the District Office
ASAP to insure they will be on the District Calendar Thank you EVENTS ARE CODED AS
District Events open for anyone in the District to attend - CAPS Meetings such as District Leadership Team Camp Board Home Trustees and events beyond the District - small print Youth and Childrenrsquos Activities -ITALICS amp CAPS
SUGGESTIONS FOR USE KEEP FOR REFERENCE WHEN SETTING LOCAL CHURCH DATES Each month check this page in District HIGHLIGHTS for changesadditions Keep your calendar updated
DECEMBER 2016
4 - SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT
10 - CHILDRENrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY ndash Camp Harmony ndash more information to come
11 - THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT
18 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT
19 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
25 - MERRY CHIRSTMAS
26 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
31 - NEW YEARrsquoS EVE
2017 District Events and Meetings
This calendar will be updated as we receive dates from your groups please send your important dates to the District Office
ASAP to insure they will be on the District Calendar Thank you EVENTS ARE CODED AS
District Events open for anyone in the District to attend - CAPS Meetings such as District Leadership Team Camp Board Home Trustees and events beyond the District - small print Youth and Childrenrsquos Activities - ITALICS amp CAPS
SUGGESTIONS FOR USE KEEP FOR REFERENCE WHEN SETTING LOCAL CHURCH DATES Each month check this page in District HIGHLIGHTS for changesadditions Keep your calendar updated
JANUARY 2017
1 - HAPPY NEW YEAR
8 - EPIPHANY
18-25 - WEEK OF PRAYER FOR CHRISTIAN UNITY
30 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
FEBRUARY 2017
9 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
18 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
20 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
MARCH 2017
1 - ASH WEDNESDAY
3 - WORLD DAY OF PRAYER
5 - FIRST SUNDAY OF LENT
12 - DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME BEGINS (Turn clocks AHEAD one hour)
12 - SECOND SUNDAY OF LENT
19 - THIRD SUNDAY OF LENT
20 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
26 - ONE GREAT HOUR OF SHARING
26 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF LENT
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
APRIL 2017
2 - FIFTH SUNDAY OF LENT
9 - PALM SUNDAY
13 - MAUNDY THURSDAY
14 - GOOD FRIDAY
16 - ALLELUIA CHRIST IS RISEN
17 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
22 - Earth Day
24 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
MAY 2017
4 - NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER
7 - NATIONAL YOUTH SUNDAY
5-6 - District Womenrsquos Retreat ndash Camp Harmony
11 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
14 - HAPPY MOTHERrsquoS DAY
20 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
22 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
25 - ASCENSION DAY
29 - MEMORIAL DAY
29 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
JUNE 2017
4 - HAPPY BIRTHDAY CHURCH (Pentecost Sunday)
4 - Annual Conference Briefing Geiger COB
18 - HAPPY FATHERrsquoS DAY
19 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
26 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
28 -ANNUAL CONFERENCE (begins) Grand Rapids Michigan
JULY 2017
2 - ANNUAL CONFERENCE (concludes) Greensboro North Carolina
4 - INDEPENDENCE DAY
20 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm - Beachley Residence (District Conference Business)
24 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
28 - District Leadership Team 6 pm Arbutus Church (District Conference Business)
31 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
AUGUST 2017
21 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
28 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
SEPTEMBER 2017
4 - LABOR DAY
14 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
16 - CAMP HARMONY FESTIVAL
18 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
21 - DAY OF PRAYER FOR PEACE
23 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
25 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
OCTOBER 2017
1 - WORLD COMMUNION SUNDAY
21 - District Conference 9 am Camp Harmony
23 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
30 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
NOVEMBER 2017
4 - ELEVENTH ANNUAL DISTRICT AUCTION 9 am Camp Harmony
5 - DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME ENDS (Turn clocks BACK one hour)
9 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
18 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
20 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
23 - HAPPY THANKSGIVING
26 - FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
DECEMBER 2017
3 - SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT
9 - CHILDRENrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY ndash Camp Harmony ndash more information to come
10 - THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT
17 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT
18 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
25 - MERRY CHIRSTMAS
- Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
31 - NEW YEARrsquoS EVE
PLEASE NOTE Dates will be added or changed as needed If your District group team or committee has additions or changes to this calendar please contact the District Office as soon as possible Your help is much appreciated
Western Pennsylvania District Highlights
December 2016January 2017 page 3
AbbsTract December 2016January 2017
I am a fanatic hand-washer
I canrsquot help it and I donrsquot even want to change My husband thinks itrsquos part of my (undiagnosed) OCD and it very well may be I feel justified in my quest to have clean hands at all times Life is often so messy so gross Even simple everyday tasks involve germy and dirty and sticky and grimy and I-donrsquot-even-need-to-say-what-else Our hands touch everything from restroom stall doors to gas pumps to steering wheels to faucets Dirty laundry and garbage bags and sneezes and old shoes and our pets But our hands are also what we use to prepare and eat our food With our hands we can bring a healing lov-ing touch Clean hands keep clean books fabrics pens tools etc In order to stay healthy and maintain nice things we need to keep our hands clean Clean hands also represent purity innocence freedom and spiritual wholeness Therersquos even a worship song called ldquoGive Us Clean Handsrdquo If you have ldquoblood on your handsrdquo that means yoursquove been found guilty of something But clean hands represent a pure heart (James 48) So imagine my surprise as I sat in a ministerial leadership conference in Maryland and heard God speak to my heart ldquoGet your hands dirty for Merdquo At the moment we were engaging in a time of quiet reflection A few conference leaders stood up front and we were all invited to stand in line to be anointed As I thought about this it occurred to me that we anoint the forehead But my head already belonged to the Lord Everything I read study write preach ndash itrsquos all for His glory I knew then what I had to do
I made my way cautiously toward the front of the room and waited my turn
Finally I stood before my anointer I believe it was Nate Polzin of the Michigan District I told him I had an odd request but it was something I felt led to seek ldquoI have trouble lsquogetting my hands dirtyrsquo for the Lordrdquo I said ldquoWill you anoint my handsrdquo He smiled kindly indicated that he knew what I was saying then poured oil into my outstretched palms He didnrsquot dab drizzle or dip he poured Oil dripped onto my shoes as well Part of me howled at the mess ldquoWhat is he doingrdquo Then I realized what the Lord wanted to teach me The oil wasnrsquot the mess ndash it was the soap The mess is tangled up in my pride and my unwillingness to help in the sticky situations of those around me The mess is in my heart when I choose to look the other way crossing to the other side of the road to avoid the bloody man in the ditch (Luke 10) I walked back to my seat hands dripping face glowing I resisted the urge to run to the bathroom to get cleaned up I just stared at my glistening hands thanking God for His grace Listen ndash I have read the story of Jesusrsquo birth a thousand times and nowhere in that story can I find a clean situation God used a pregnant teenager a dusty journey an animal shelter a human birth a feeding trough some smelly sheep-herders an inexperienced husband and a mad king to introduce salvation to His world Nobody had sanitized hands that night Almighty God picture of purity got His hands dirty for us Jesus Savior got His feet dirty for us It was the bloody Man who made it possible for us to be truly clean So what is my response How can I inconvenience myself for Jesus Christ in 2017 Lord help us to offer our hands in service to You Abby
Western Pennsylvania District Highlights
December 2016January 2017 page 4
At the District Office Nancy Burd Kristen Cannistraci Ashley Chonko Autumn Chonko Jay Christner Michael A Clark
Judith Clister David E Closson Linda L Coleman Lori Conn Helen Constable Sharon Cooper Virginia Crosby Jody Davids William Davis
Regina Deffenbaugh Joy Derck Randy Derck Amelia Derr LuAnn Deyarmin Lois Dietz
John Eash Luella Edeline Dorcas Geary Eicher Joni Eicher Sharon Eley Suzanne Enos
Jeffery Fackler George Feathers Sr Roger L Forry Homer Foster Bill Frey G Douglas Gehr Carolyn Gregory Gieta Gresh Ken Gresh Mildred (Hartzell) Gnegy Aleda Harding
Helen R Hay Bill Hemminger Rona Hemminger Tawnya Hess Becca Hoffman
Penny Hoffman Eleanor Honsaker Sharon L Honsaker Tammy Hoover
Carole J Horner Violet Hosler Wilbur H Hosler Ed Houghton Sally Houghton Phyllis Howard Donald Johnson Karen L Jones
Eric Kabler Janice Brougher Kaltenbaugh Peter Kaltenbaugh Elaine Karashowski
James Kensinger Tracey Kensinger Jean (Berkey) Kestermont Willadene Kimmel
Philip A King Roger Knepper William J Knieriem Tina Lehman Bonnie Lesney Arlene M Longwell
Jay Mader Ruby Mader Chuck Mahon Jerry Maldet Homer Marshall Pat Marshall Penny Mason
Peggy McCreary Mike amp Lea McKenzie Carolyn McKinney Hazel McLaney Kay McMillan
Cindy Metz Evert C Millard Earl ldquoBudrdquo Miller Suzie Moss Mark Murchie Julie Napotnik
Brenda Nicholson Victor S Norris Mary Orr Bernice Ott William Owens Greg Pascale Ellen Paul
Roberta Peck Sandy Peterman Kristina Peters Sandy Philipos Pike Run COB Plumcreek COB Delores Prinkey Donna Ramer Jolene Regetta
Crystal Reiber Linda Reininger Bonnie Ritenour Jack Rupert Beckey Schlosnagle Colleen Schurg Shannon Schurg Charlene Scott
Abby Shaffer Dan Shaffer Frances J Shaffer Jodie R Shaffer Donovan Sheldon
Gale Lynn Shipley Christine Shroyer Jessica Sigler Brian Simmons Shelly Singer Todd Singer
Kelly Bowser Smith Marsha Smith Robert F Spencer Betsy Statler Ron St Clair Lauren Stein Linda Stoner
Gwen Swick Charles Teets Paul Townsend Earl W Trevarrow Carol Walker Bill Waugh
Dawn Waugh Bill Wenger Bill Wentz Charles Whipple Daniel J Whitacre Betty Wilkins
Ed Wilson Jane (Berkey) Wolfhope and of course ldquoAnonymousrdquo
is now available for you to own ndash
we invite you to get one for yourself and several for friends and family What a great Christmas gift to share with someone who needs encouragement in their faith Some congregations have purchased the books to distribute to their members as their daily devotional book for 2017
Each page in the book contains Scripture a personal reflection and a prayer to help start your day
Books are available at the District Office
Make checks payable to Western PA District with ldquoBook Orderrdquo in the memo line Thanks
Donrsquot miss your chance to own this wonderful treasury of testimonies and meditations ndash each day bringing glory to God
You may be wondering whose stories are a part of ldquoOur Storiesrdquo here is the list of authors
you may just know a few of them
Royden Airesman Martha Whitacre Albright Myrna Baer David Baker Debbie Baker Olive Baker
Cindy Barclay Meredith Barkley George Barr Linda Beachley Ron Beachley Chad Berkebile
Keith Berkebile Lara Berkebile Marcia Berkebile Megan Berkebile Emma J Berkey Jo Berkey
Ed Bittinger Larry Black Helen Bloom Arbutus Blough Anna Coleman Bockes Linda Bottomley
Joe Brown Don Bruner Betty Bungard
Western Pennsylvania District Highlights
December 2016January 2017 page 5
District Volunteer and Job Opportunities
Please read and share
There are many ways to volunteer in the District whether in be through Camp Harmony or the Brethren Home Community Windber at events such as the Brethren Heritage Festival or the District
Auction or even happenings in your own congregation
The Outreach and Service Team of the District Leadership Team is still looking for volunteers to be the Western PA District Brethren Heritage and Peace Representative As the Heritage and
Peace Representative you would be asked to do the following 1 Help promote peace education by interacting with individuals pastors and congregations 2 Share peace education materials and instruction with the youth in our District by meeting with youth groups camp groups at Camp Harmony and other group settings arranged by the District Children and Youth Ministry Coordinator 3 Work with the District Outreach and Service Team in any way that the Team can help the representative with the above responsibilities 4 Report annually to the District Outreach and Service Team as to the work that has been accomplished in a given year
Please contact Marsha Smith at 814-535-2213 or charmar467atlanticbbnet if you are interested in serving
The Church of the Brethren Home in Windber is looking to call a new Chaplain by the end of the
year Linda Reininger current Chaplain at the Brethren Home will be retiring at the end of
December
The primary purpose of this position is to provide spiritual religious and personal counseling or guidance to residents family members and employees As the Pastor this individual would be delegated the administrative authority responsibility and accountability necessary for carrying out assigned duties It is a half-time position with major responsibility visiting residents sometimes the visit takes you to a local hospital Education and Experience requirements must be a licensed minister must have 2 years experience in pastoral ministry must be oriented to healthcare practices and procedures For more information please contact Thomas Reckner CEO Brethren Home Community Windber at 814-467-5505
Western Pennsylvania District Highlights
December 2016January 2017 page 6
District News
Events at the Penn Run Christian Outreach Center
(located directly across the street from the Penn Run Church of the Brethren)
PA Dutch Buffet - 400 pm - 700 pm
Saturday December 3 2016 Saturday January 7 2017
Saturday February 4 2017 Saturday March 4 2017 Saturday April 1 2017 Saturday May 6 2017
Starting in November the buffet will be a Pasta
Buffet and we alternate each month Same time and same place
Call the church office at 724-463-0420 for more information
Special Thanks
A special thanks to all who supported the District Auction that
was held at Camp Harmony on November 5 2016 with their
prayers donations and purchases Another special thanks to all the
volunteers who helped in any way before and on the day of the
auction We pray Godrsquos richest blessings on each one who helped
to make this day a success The total receipts received from
the District Auction were $961850
After expenses we honored our commitment to send 10 percent of our profit to the Nigerian Crisis Fund which amounted to $66500 That provides $599698 available for District Ministry Camp Scholarships will be given to first place and second place churches that raised the most funds Maple Spring took first place raising $177450 Pleasant Hill took second place raising $82600 Camp again provided us with a delicious breakfast and lunch $80000 was raised for camp A special thanks to everyone at Camp Harmony for their hospitality in all areas as we prepared for the auction
Western Pennsylvania District Highlights
December 2016January 2017 page 7
Please continue to pray for the situation in Nigeria
Remember them daily as we all pray for peace to come to that
devastated region
Visit wwwbrethrenorg for more information
Denominational News go to wwwbrethrenorg for the most complete and up to date news from the Church of the Brethren
Job Openings I f you are interested in job opportunities through the Church of the Brethren open positions can be found at httpwwwbrethrenorgaboutemploymenthtml
The Brethren Academy for Ministerial Leadership will offer
the Healthy Boundaries 101--Basic Level Ethics in Ministry Relations
Training via webcast on Saturday January 7 2017
from 1000 am to 400 pm (Eastern time) This session is for
ministry training students and newly licensed or ordained clergy who have not had the training
Academy executive director Julie M Hostetter will lead the training Read the full story at
wwwbrethrenorgnews2016healthy-boundaries-101-traininghtml
Brethren Academy Job Opening
Bethany Theological Seminary and the Office of Ministry of the Church of the Brethren seek to fill the full-time position Executive Director of the Brethren Academy for Ministerial Leadership The primary functions of the position are to oversee certificate programs in ministry education continuing education for ministers and educational events focused on leadership development in the Church of the Brethren Interested candidates should possess the following qualifications and abilities - Five years of effective leadership in pastoral ministry - Ordination and active membership in the Church of the Brethren - Master of divinity degree - A record of regular continuing education experiences - Residence in Richmond Indiana or the surrounding area A complete job description is available on the Bethany Seminary website The application deadline is December 1 2016 Interviews will immediately follow with the position to be filled by January 31 2017 Interested candidates should send their resumes by postal mail or e-mail to
Steven Schweitzer Academic Dean Bethany Theological Seminary 615 National Road West Richmond IN 47374
deansofficebethanyseminaryedu
The Brethren Academy for Ministerial Leadership is a ministry training partnership of Bethany Theological Seminary and the Church of the Brethren Office of Ministry Bethany Theological Seminaryrsquos policy prohibits discrimination in employment opportunities or practices with regard to race gender age disability marital status sexual orientation national or ethnic origin or religion
Dear Brothers and Sisters
Risk Hope the 2017 Annual Conference theme emerges from an Old Testament saga of tragedy and redemption Staring down obstacles and situations very reminiscent of our 21st century challenges our ancestors in faith made mistakes suffered consequences and endured darkness but in the midst of it all they found their footing in their identity story and ultimately welcomed Gods powerful presence in their midst The second Bible study based on this theme appeared in Newsline and is posted on the Annual Conference website wwwbrethrenorgacBiblestudy
Feel free to reference it yourself or share it with brothers and sisters in your congregation as we all
wrestle with the challenges of being both the Chosen of God and the Servants of God in the midst
of a troubled world
Blessings to you in Christ Carol Scheppard
2017 Annual Conference Moderator
Annual Conference exists to unite strengthen and equip the Church of the Brethren to follow Jesus
Western Pennsylvania District Highlights
December 2016January 2017 page 8
Denominational News go to wwwbrethrenorg for the most complete and up to date news from the Church of the Brethren
Global Mission Updates
Global Mission Prayer Guide
Dominican Republic
Pray for Global Mission workers Nicole and Jason Hoover as they and their children Ethan and Miriam move to the Dominican Republic this week Nicole and Jason will be serving with Iglesia de los Hermanos the Dominican Church of the Brethren Pray for Godrsquos peace in this time of transition and settling in Pray for the Spiritrsquos guiding in making connections and building relationships
Vietnam
Pray for Global Mission volunteer Grace Mishler and her work as a case manager for poor Vietnamese families needing access to eye care for their vision-impaired children Blind or visually-impaired people face stigma in Vietnam and there is a shortage of doctors with up-to-date training and equipment Grace has networked with service providers in Vietnam especially the American Eye Center and has spread stories and raised funds with Church of the Brethren congregations and individuals to help enable these families to receive the care they need
Pray for the Thien An Blind School in Ho Chi Minh City as it goes through
transitions in leadership Global Mission worker Grace Mishler partners with this school for poor children with blindness
In addition to standard education subjects the school teaches Braille and
provides mobility and vocational training Pray for the schoolrsquos headmas-
ter who faces potential eye removal sur-gery due to excruciating pain
India
Pray for the Gospel Convention and Peace Festival of the Church of North India (CNI) to be held on Nov 8 hosted by the Diocese of Gujarat Officials expect more than 50000 people to attend from various CNI dioceses Pray for Silvans Christian bishop of Gujarat Diocese and other leaders working to organize this first event of its kind Pray that the event may strengthen and spread CNIrsquos heritage of peace witness
Students at the Thien An Blind School prepare for a vocal musical concert joined by Grace Mishler (middle row left) Photo by Xuan Nguyen
A preschooler receives care at the American Eye Center in Ho Chi Minh City following a misdiagnosis at a previous facility Photo by Grace Mishler
Western Pennsylvania District Highlights
December 2016January 2017 page 9
Global Mission Updates Denominational News go to wwwbrethrenorg for the most complete and up to date news from the Church of the Brethren
Global Mission Prayer Guide
United States
Pray for the Death Row Support Project (DRSP) a Church of the Brethren ministry that connects death row inmates with pen pals A person confined to death row often spends up to 23 hours each day alone in a small cell DRSP helps remind participants of Godrsquos love for everyone by bringing a small level of connection to the inmatesrsquo extreme isolation and by helping those on the outside to dispel fear and stereotypes Give thanks for the increased interest and participation in the program Pray that the Death Row Support Project and its volunteers can help in the effort to abolish the death penalty in the United States
Pray for the Brethren Disaster Ministries (BDM) rebuilding project near Columbia SC which is continuing recovery efforts following the October 2015 flooding and picking up where the ecumenical Disaster Recovery Support Initiative left off Pray for the health and safety of the rebuild volunteers Pray for the many South Carolinians affected by the flooding who are still rebuilding their lives
South Sudan
Pray for the great need in South Sudan A World Food Program representative stated that a third of South Sudans population up to four million people is severely food insecure Additionally accord-ing to the United Nations an average of 3500 people flee the country each day trying to escape the ongoing violent conflict Instability in the UNs peacekeeping efforts have further increased the countrys challenges Pray for all those who work for peace in South Sudan especially Global Mission worker Athanasus Ungang
Venezuela
Pray for a gathering of pastors interested in the emerging Brethren group in Venezuela Approxi-mately 400 pastors and leaders are expected to meet in the city of Valle la Pascua Alexandre Gon-ccedilalves a pastor with Igreja da Irmandade-Brasil (Church of the Brethren in Brazil) will provide lead-ership as the group continues to learn about and discuss Church of the Brethren theology and prac-tice
North Korea
Pray for traveling mercies for Global Mission workers Linda and Robert Shank as they return home from another semester at Pyongyang University of Science and Technology Give thanks for the Shanks continued opportunity to serve as teachers and dean of agriculture at this school for North Koreas future leaders
Western Pennsylvania District Highlights
December 2016January 2017 page 10
Global Mission Updates
Global Mission Prayer Guide
Denominational News go to wwwbrethrenorg for the most complete and up to date news from the Church of the Brethren
Haiti
Give thanks for the initial distributions of food and supplies to Hurricane Matthew survivors provided by Eglise des Freres drsquoHaiti (the Church of the Brethren in Haiti) and funded by an Emergency Disaster Fund grant Approximately 660 families have been served in communities of Bomba-dopolis Savanette Jeremie Bois Leger and Les Cayes Distributed items include clothing tarps matches candles bleach toothbrushes and food including canned chicken provided by Southern Pennsylvania and Mid-Atlantic Districts of the Church of the Brethren Pray for the travels of Roy Winter associate executive director of Global Mission and Service and Brethren Disaster Ministries and Jeff Boshart manager of the Global Food Initiative as they meet with Haitian Brethren leaders to develop further plans for rebuilding and recovery
Nigeria
Praise God for the first church building initiative in recent years that brings together members from the Church of the Brethren in the United States and the Church of the Brethren in Nigeria (EYN - Ekklesiyar Yanuwa a Nigeria) The church is being built for EYN families who have been displaced due to violence Pray for health and safety Pray that all participants be renewed by this time of joint service and solidarity Pray for enthusiasm and generosity toward future Nigeria workcamps
Leaders from Eglise des Freres drsquoHaiti visit the community of Bombadopolis to distribute supplies to hurricane victims Photo by Ilexene Alphonse
Leaders from Eglise des Freres drsquoHaiti visit tAfter a worship service of welcome and praise participants begin work on church construction leveling the floor and pouring the foundation Photo by Jay Wittmeyer
2017 District Womenrsquos Spring Event
Women of God ndash Joy in the Journey
ldquoTherefore my heart is gladhelliphelliprdquo Psalm 169
The District Womenrsquos Ministries are so excited to share with you
that we will be sponsoring a fabulous Womenrsquos Retreat on
Friday May 5 2017 through Saturday May 6 2017
Come share in the Joy of our Lord through stories inspiration good music
laughter prayer good food the beauty of the land and some well-deserved rest
The Retreat will be held at Camp Harmony this year Most of our lodging will be
at the Harmony House You will be pleased with its transformation All bedding
will be provided except for the pillow for your head (Please bring your favorite
pillow with you)
We would also like you to bring a music box with you if you can Wersquod like to
hear the story behind it
Registration will begin on Friday from 400pm till 600pm
Dinner will be served around 630
Donrsquot -worry there will be time for pampering We are planning to have a
Message Therapist an Essential Oil Therapist and a station for nails and toes
Ladies ndash Pack your bags and prepare for a relaxing getaway Yoursquoll grow closer to
friends deepen your relationship with Jesus and be pampered as well
Join the ldquoJoy in the Journeyrdquo
The cost of the retreat will be $9500 each This will cover all meals and snacks
entertainment gifts refreshments and comfortable lodging We ask that you pay
$5000 with your registration That will be due on February 14th The other $4500
should be paid before April 5th Each person should fill out a registration slip
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2017 District Womenrsquos Spring Event
Women of God ndash Joy in the Journey
Registration Form ndash one form per person
Church ___________________________________________________________
Name _____________________________________________________________
Address ___________________________________________________________
City ____________________________________ State __________ Zip ______
Email _____________________________________________________________
Cost $9500 for 2 day retreat ndash includes meals lodging and all the fun
Deposit $5000 due by February 14 2017
Remaining Balance $4500 due before April 15 2017
Please send Registration Forms and fees to
Pastor Judy Walker 425 Morningside Avenue Jeannette PA 15644-1954
2017 Work Schedule
Please review the 2017 work schedule below and consider giving a day or a week
out of your busy schedules toward this very rewarding worthwhile ministry
Contact your church coordinator or Herb Ewald at hjewaldatlanticbbnet
or (814) 539-8530 as soon as possible to volunteer
Thank you
Day Trips Week Trips
XXXXXXXXXXX March 26 ndash April 1 Project 2 XXXXXXXXXXX with Virlina District
Thursday April 6 July 9 - 15 S Carolina Tuesday April 18 with Beaver Creek Mid - Atlantic
Thursday June 8 September 3 - 9 Project 2 Tuesday June 27 with Brownsville Mid - Atlantic Thursday August 10 October 1 - 7 S Carolina Tuesday August 29 with (open) Thursday October 12 Tuesday October 24 All week long trip locations will be Thursday December 7 announced as info becomes available Tuesday December 19
Brethren Home
Community Windber
December 2016 ndash January 2017
Pastor linda reininger to retire on December 29
Home Chaplain Linda Reininger will retire on December 29 Pastor Linda and her
husband Jim have spent the last five years in pastoral service to our residents We
thank her for her dedicated service and wish her a blessed retirement filled with many
happy hours with her family
CPR mannequins purchased by Home Auxiliary
The Home Auxiliary and members of the nursing department have partnered to make
required cardio-pulmonary resuscitation classes available for our staff The Auxiliary
purchased a set of cardio pulmonary resuscitation mannequins and instructional tapes
to be used in CPR classes Mrs Nancy Donati RN and Mrs Jeri Lynn Felski RN
became certified CPR instructors through the American Heart Association With the
purchase of the mannequins and instructional tapes along with onsite instructors
classes can be scheduled at our staffrsquos convenience with no additional costs
Auxiliary officers installed At the November meeting Pastor Ron
St Clair installed these Home Auxiliary officers for 2017 President Arbutus Eash Vice
President Donna Ramer Corresponding Secretary Janet Fisher Recording Secretary
Connie Berkebile Treasurer April Mackell Assistant Treasurer Marilyn Manotti At
the meeting the Auxiliary also made these purchases for the Home six infection control
supply cabinets renovations for one resident room piano tuning and knife sharpeners
for a total of just over $3000 As always the Home is tremendously grateful for the
officers who dedicate themselves to the work of the Auxiliary and the generous gifts the
Auxiliary makes available for our residents
Jigsaw PUZZLES and puzzle BOARDs donated The family of
Mrs Janet Korber made a gift of three revolving jigsaw puzzle boards and more than
twenty puzzles to the Home in memory of their mother The family worked with the
activities department to make the gift one that would be enjoyed by Mrs Korberrsquos
friends and many future residents With the onset of winter weather the puzzles and
boards will be an especially welcome pastime
Ipad purchased with community foundation
grant Our Home has received a $500 grant from the iPACP fund administered
by the Community Foundation for the Alleghenies The grant money was used to
purchase an IPad to be used by residents with neurological disorders that limit their
communication skills Interchangeable applications for the iPad will allow these
residents to communicate in writing or through the use of icons according to evolving
therapy needs
QUALITY NURSING DIRECTOR EARNS CERTIFICATION
Mrs Amanda Snyder RN BSN PCHA has completed the requirements to become a
Certified Nursing Director in Long Term Care The certification is awarded by the
American Society for Long Term Care Nurses Mrs Snyder is the Quality Nursing
Director at the Home responsible for maintaining state standards of care and providing
in service education
Activities for daily living suite added Activities for Daily
Living (ADL) is a program designed to complement our therapy services Using the
skills reclaimed through physical and occupational therapy and applying them to real
life situations ADL prepares our residents for their return to independent living The
opportunity to master actual life skills under the supervision of a therapist raises the
residentsrsquo confidence and increases their success rate To facilitate the program the
Home is constructing an ADL suite It will be located next to the basement chapel and
contain a full working kitchen bathroom bedroom and living area
Breast cancer awareness activities The Home staff once again
took part in October breast cancer awareness month activities Dress down days
cookie sales bracelet sales and participation in breast cancer walksruns led to a
donation of $307 made to the Joyce Murtha Breast Care Center in Windber
ldquoMay you have the gladness of Christmas which is hope
The spirit of Christmas which is peace
And the heart of Christmas which is loverdquo
Blessed Christmas and Happy New Year
From the BHCW residents staff and general board
Brethren Home Community Windber
Tree of Stars 2016 Please help us decorate the
Christmas Tree of Stars
in this 33rd year of our program Your donation will not only honor or memorialize a loved one or friend it will help our Home to provide our residents benevolent care The names of those persons being remembered will be displayed on the Christmas Tree in the Circle Lounge and
published in our newsletter
Please return the bottom portion with your
contribution to
- -- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Christmas Tree of Stars 2016
Please hang a Star in Memory of _______________________________________
OR
Please hang an Ornament in Honor of ____________________________________
Donated By _______________________________________ Amount_______________
Address _________________________________________
__________________________________________
Church of the Brethren Home 227 Hoffman Avenue Windber PA 15963 Attn Tree of Stars
Mail completed registration form and payment for Leviticus to
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center
One Alpha DriveElizabethtown PA 17022
Make checks payable to SVMC
Questions Contact us at717-361-1450
svmcetownedu
REG ISTRATION FORM
Name
Address
PhoneE-mail
Congregation District
Where did you hear about this event
Other dietary restrictionsMeat or vegetarian lunch
Ten Plus Reasons to Love Leviticus
BOB NEFF Keynote Speaker
Other speakersChristina Bucher (sexuality in Leviticus from different faith perspectives)
David Leiter (social justice and Leviticus)Frank Ramirez (the Brethren and Leviticus 19)
Brody Rike (atonement and orientation to God)
Leviticus is a book for our time Leviticus challenges us to lives of integrity seven days a week by respecting our elders and the marginalized resolving our feelings and disputes with our neighbor protecting the rights of the alien addressing economic and social inequity care for the environment the appropriate preparation of food and its consumption living from the perspective of the Holy One This study unlike most book investigations will not follow chapter by chapter but will begin in the center of the book with chapter 19 and the directive ldquoYou shall be holy as I am Holyrdquo Leviticus invites us to lead a holy life that is strikingly relevant to our lives today
Cost $60 (includes light breakfast lunch and 06 CEUs)
Registration due to SVMC by April 10 2017
S u s q u e h a n n a V a l l e y M i n i s t r y C e n t e rContinuing Education Series
ELIZABETHTOWN COLLEGE bull Susquehanna Room
APRIL 24 2017900 am - 400 pm (Registration at 830)
Bob Neff is an Old Testament scholar President Emeritus of Juniata College and former General Secretary of the Church of the Brethren
Understanding Our American
Muslim Neighbors
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center Continuing Education Series
Islam is the fastest growing religion in the US and this event is designed to introduce our American Muslim neighbors so that we might begin to love them as Jesus commanded Participants will visit some of our Muslim neighbors at a local mosque The presenter George Pickens has been teaching Islam and Christian witness among Muslims for over 25 years first in Africa where he spent 14 years and currently at Messiah College where he is Professor of Theology and Director of the Program in Peace and Conflict Studies George is actively involved in building positive relations with Muslims in the Capital Region of central Pennsylvania and he is a member of the Mechanicsburg (PA) Church of the Brethren and an ordained minister in the Church of the Brethren
Cost is $5500 (includes light breakfast lunch and 07 CEUrsquos) If 3 or more register from the same congregation cost is $35person If possible please register all from congregation at the same time Registration will cap at 35 participants so please register early
Registration deadline March 10 2017
Mail completed registration form and payment for American Mus1im
Neighbors to
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center
One Alpha DriveElizabethtown PA 17022
Make checks payable to SVMC
Questions Contact us at717-361-1450
REG ISTRATION FORM
Name
Address
PhoneE-mail
Congregation District
Where did you hear about this event
Other dietary restrictionsMeat or vegetarian lunch
Led by George Pickens
March 25 2017 900 am - 500 pm
Mechanicsburg Church of the Brethren
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Mail completed registration form and payment for Art for Worship to
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center
One Alpha DriveElizabethtown PA 17022
Make checks payable to SVMC
Questions
Contact us at717-361-1450
svmcetownedu
REG ISTRATION FORM
NameAre you over 18
Address
PhoneE-mail
Congregation District
Where did you hear about this event
Other dietary restrictionsMeat or vegetarian lunch
Art for WorshipReimaginingReimagining
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center Continuing Education Program presents
March 18 2017Lititz Church of the Brethren900 am - 400 pm
Like the choral anthem the message the prayers and rituals liturgical art enhances the worship experience Each element is meant to awaken us and open our hearts to God The spiritual disciplines that go into sermon writingmdashprayer meditation study and reflectionmdashcan also be used to create liturgical art This kind of art-marking can be called ldquoco-creationrdquo for one creates in partnership with The Creator in a process that is itself an act of worship This workshop will explore fresh possibilities for art in liturgical spaces and lead participants through a process for ldquoco-creatingrdquo art themselves
Cost $65 (includes light breakfast lunch materials fee and 06 CEUs)Registration deadline March 3 2017
Led by Diane BrandtLed by Diane Brandt
ldquoThe Ascending Dancerdquo by Diane Brandt
Diane Brandt is Minister of Visual Arts at St Peterrsquos United Church of Christ in Lancaster PA
Yes
No
A ministry of the Church of the Brethren
1414 Plank Road P O Box 158
Hooversville PA 15936-0158 E-mail harmonycampharmonyorg
httpwwwcampharmonyorg
(814) 798-5885 FAX (814) 798-2225
ldquoThe Church of the Brethren should be absolutely fearless absurdly happy and always
getting into trouble for Jesusrdquo Quote from Dan Westhellip
FUTURE EVENTS
Faith Promise Benefit Dinner ndash December 3 ndash 500 PM ndash Call Camp to register
Alutiig Training ndash December 4 - 16
Childrenrsquos Christmas Party ndash December 10 ndash 900 AM - Call the District Office to register
Welcome to Bethlehem ndash December 10 ndash Greenhouse Park
Salix Bethel Youth Retreat ndash January 13 ndash 15
Cub Scout Retreat ndash January 21
Winter Youth Retreats
Junior Retreat ndash Grades 3 ndash 6 ndash January 27 ndash 29 2017
Teen Retreat ndash Grades 7 ndash 12 ndash February 3 ndash 5 2017
HERITAGE LODGE (oldest and last remaining original building at Camp) ROOF
UPDATE
Thank you volunteers for all your help on repairing and getting the roof ready for the metal roof
Camp has contracted with Kaufman Metals to put on the metal which puts the roof under
warranty Also we thank everyone for all the financial donations for the initial stage of the roof
and a congregation for their donation so Camp could contract for placement of the metal When
we all work together ndash all things are possible THANK YOU The roof is scheduled to be
put on the end of November andor the beginning of December
2016 ldquo52 GOD BLESS YOU TEAMrdquo
As more and more families are blessed they contribute $100 a week or $5200 to Camp so that
the ministry can bless others Join the 2016 team The original premise was that if all the families
in the District contributed $52 the mortgage could be eliminated The 2016 Team includes 60
families and congregations who have contributed $3700 Thank you so much for your
donationshelliphellip
Watch for the end of the year Camp Harmony newsletters They will be distributed soon
ldquoInviting all people to experience the wonder of
creation and find harmony with God with nature and
with one another
CAMP HARMONY
2 youth weekends
CampHarmonyorg
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January 27-29
Junior Retreat - Grades 3-6
February 3-5
Teen Retreat - Grades 7-12
Camper Name_____________________________________
Gender __M __F Birthdate_________ Current Grade ____
Parent or Legal Guardian(s) Names
_______________________________________________
Mailing Address___________________________________
City__________________ State ______ Zip __________
Email Address____________________________________
Home Phone______________________________________
Emergency Phone__________________________________
Special Instructions_______________________________
Is this your first time Camp Harmony ___Yes ___No
Which Retreat are you Registering For
Junior (grades 3-6) Teen (Grades 7-12)
January 27-29 2017 February 3-5 2017
Please complete if your church is paying a portion of the fee
Church name______________________________________
The church will be paying $_____ of the registration fee
Authorized Signature (Required Pastor or Camp Rep)
________________________________________________
In signing this application I grant permission for my child to attend Camp Harmony and for Camp
Harmony to use images (photo video etc) of my child and members of my family in camp publicity
(print ads internet including social networking sites etc) I waive the right to inspect or approve
images for such purposes I also acknowledge that by their very nature outdoor and camping ac-
tivities involve some risk of injury I understand also that although the camp has taken precau-
tions to provide proper supervision instruction training and equipment for each activity it is
impossible for the camp to guarantee absolute safety I further understand that participation in
these activities is voluntary and waive any claim that may arise against the camp andor employees
as a result of participation in the program except for those that are a direct result of gross
negligence of the camp or its employees
______________________________________________________________ Parent or Legal Guardian Signature Date
If you canrsquot wait until next summer to come back to camp
this is the retreat for you During our winter retreats at
Camp Harmony we do many of our favorite activities from
summer including crafts worship games and Bible lessons
Plus wersquoll get to go sledding and play in the snow Each
weekend is designed to strengthen your faith in Christ and
grow in your walk with Him We canrsquot wait to see you at Camp
Harmony
Registration Friday Evening 7-8 pm
Pick up Sunday Afternoon 2 pm
Cost $100 per camper
Things to bring
Bedding money for store amp offering towel amp toiletries
seasonal clothing including extra shoes and socks Bible
All of your FRIENDS
How to Register
Mail your completed registration form (one per camper) and
a $25 non-refundable deposit to
Camp Harmony Winter Retreats
PO Box 158
1414 Plank Road
Hooversville PA 15936
Payments can be made by cash check or credit card We
recommend full prepayment to reduce time in registration
line Registrations received less than one week from be-
ginning of retreat date will be charged a $15 late fee
Have questions or need more information
8147985885
programcampharmonyorg
AVAILABLE SPEAKERS LIST
January 2017 ORDAINED
ABRAHAM FARREL ndash 4315 Seton Dr Pittsburgh 15227-1245 ndash 412-979-0067 BALDEO ISAAC - 4555 Glen Eden Rd Cranberry Twp 16066-3001 -724 452-0923 BAUGHMAN CARL L - 130 Homewood Dr Butler 16001-1960 -724 283-1051 BERKEBILE WES J ndash 4285 State Route 208 New Wilmington 16142 ndash 724-901-7058 BROADWATER KEVIN L - 475 Keystone St Meyersdale 15552-6943 - 814 442-5684 CHRISTNER JAY L ndash 313 N Edgewood Ave Somerset 15501-1355 ndash 814-445-4223 DEFFENBAUGH BARRON K - 207 Churchill St Johnstown 15904 - 814 266-9758 DERR AMELIA ndash 1202 Roberts Street Nanty Glo 15943-1325 ndash 814-749-0262 DERR HORACE - 1202 Roberts Street Nanty Glo 15943-1325 ndash 814-749-0262 EASH JOHN E - 131 Friendship Ln Hollsopple 15935-6732 - 814 629-0206 GREEN GARY ndash 4589 Somerset Pike Hollsopple 15935-8217 ndash 814-479-5096 GREW DOTTIE H - 509 Sherman St Meyersdale 15552-1239 - 814 634-5329 HAY CHARLES R - 1127 E Main St Berlin 15530-1428-814 267-3205 HIRONIMUS BERTHA - 142 Bent Tree Hill Ligonier 15658-3202 -724 238-3984 HOUGHTON JAMES E - 124 Lindberg Ave Johnstown 15905-3019 -814 255-2431 HOUGHTON SALLY M - 124 Lindberg Ave Johnstown 15905-3019 -814 255-2431 KABLER ERIC P - 126 Clermont St Johnstown 15904-2132 - 814 266-2734 KENSINGER JAMES M - 329 Spackman St Seward 15954-3117 - 814 446-1088 LONGWELL ERIC M -240 Plumcreek Rd Shelocta 15774- 724 599-8690 MANGES JOHN W ndash 137 Catskill Ln Johnstown 15904-7523 MARSHALL HOMER H - 369 W Church Ave Masontown 15461-1651 -724 583-7073 MARSHALL PATRICIA M - 369 W Church Ave Masontown 15461-1651 -724 583-7073 MOORE EDWIN E JR - 107 Sabra Court Uniontown 15401-9729 - 724 970-2505 PETERMAN SANDRA M -110 Windy Ridge Ln Apt 3 Shelocta 15774 - 724 354-6026 REININGER LINDA L - 229 Davis St Johnstown 15906-1517 -814 539-1345 RUMMEL DALE E - 6171 Greenville Pike Grampian 15666-1959 -732 319-0099 RUPERT JACK - 409 State St Johnstown 15905-2642 - 814 322-7786 New Day ndash 814 535-8202 SHAFFER JUDITH A - PO Box 319 Donegal 15628-0319 - 724 516-9191 SHAULIS M ERIC- 25 Sixth Ave Meyersdale 15552-1444 -814 634-8740 SMITH A HARRISON -506 Sciandro Dr Greensburg 15601- 724837-4491 STEIN ROBERT R - PO Box 375 Chalk Hill 15421-0375 - 724 438-2226 SWICK MICHAEL R - 4127 Greenville Rd Meyersdale 15552-8518 -814 634-8158 WALKER JUDY M -425 Morningside Ave Jeannette 15644 - 724 522-5260 WALKER LARRY E - 425 Morningside Ave Jeannette 15644 - 724 522-5260 WHIPPLE CHARLES D - 317 Wyoming St Greensburg 15601-3947 -724 600-6332 WESTLAKE ELVA JEAN -436 Pony Farm Rd Kittanning 16201-4639-724 548-4901 WILLOUGHBY CAROLYN S-207 Churchill St Johnstown 15904-814 266-9758 YOUNG FRANK P ndash 105 Old Hickory Lane Johnston 15905-3377 ndash 814-418-5930
LICENSED
DERCK JOY E - 3089 Dutch Run Rd Shelocta 15774-2224 - 724 354-3386 DERMER JOANN - 3062 Hyndman Rd Hyndman 15545 - 814 842-6489 HILER GARY W - 228 Baltzer Bridge Rd Friedens 15541-6320 - 814 267-6722 ISHMAN DANIEL R - 116 Todd Rd Freeport 16229 - 724 540-5214 MARSZALEK CHERYL A - 409 Herman Ave Wilmerding 15148-1206 - 412 551-6422 SHAFFER ABBY R -(office) 115 Spring Rd Hollsopple 15935-7412 - 814 479-2181 YOST ERIC W ndash 1009 First Street Windber PA 15963 ndash 814-467-0882
LAY SPEAKER RAMER DONNA L -102 Franklin Dr Greensburg 15601-1305-724 836-0594
Thanks very much for keeping the reports coming in The NEW Form B that comes from the Yearbook Office in Elgin and updates contact information about your congregationrsquos board or leadership team chair the treasurer a deacon contact and a number of other contact persons will be coming to congregations and contact persons soon Please be sure to review the material provided on Form B and make updates as they are needed Complete addresses and phone numbers are appreciated as well as email addresses if they are available The Additional Officers
Form for 2016 will be sent from the District Office soon
In addition the Congregational Outreach Form for 20162017 has been sent from the COB Stewardship Office and is due by December 1 2016 If you have a question you will need to contact the Stewardship Office at 800-323-8039 ext 361 A downloadable version of the form as well as a new fillable option is also available at wwwbrethrenorgstewardship Feel free to use that option in order to switch to paperless reporting
The forms listed below were received in the District Office as of November 20 ALL of these informational forms are important to both the district and the denomination The updated forms are sent to Elgin and they provide a copy for the District Office If you have a question about a form please donrsquot hesitate to contact Tina at 814 479-2181 or toll free 1-866-279-2181 Your prompt attention to this task will be appreciated Thanks
Church Code
Church Name
Form A
Form B
2015 Statistical Report
Additional Officers
Self-Allocation
37-010 Arbutus
37-015 Beachdale
37-020 Bear Run
37-030 Berkey
37-050 Bethel
37-060 Brothersvalley
37-068 Canaan
37-070 Center
37-080 Center Hill
37-090 Conemaugh
37-100 Connellsville
37-110 County Line
37-130 Elbethel
37-140 Erie Community United
37-150 Fairchance
37-160 Fair View
37-170 Farmington Bethel
37-190 Geiger
37-195 Good Samaritan
37-200 Greensburg
37-210 Greenville
37-220 Hooversville
37-230 Hostetler
37-240 Hyndman
37-250 Indiana
37-310 Ligonier First
37-320 Locust Grove
37-340 Maple Glen
37-350 Maple Grove
37-360 Maple Spring
37-380 Meyersdale
37-390 Middlecreek
37-400 Monroeville
37-410 Montgomery
Church Code
Church Name
Form A
Form B
2015 Statistical Report
Additional Officers
Self-Allocation
37-260 Morrellville
37-420 Mount Joy
37-430 Mount Pleasant
37-270 Moxham
37-440 Nanty Glo
37-450 Natrona Heights
37-460 Oakdale
37-470 Penn Run
37-475 Pike Run
37-480 Pleasant Hill
37-500 Plumcreek
37-505 Purchase Line
37-508 Rayman
37-510 Robinson
37-520 Rockton
37-530 Rockwood
37-280 Roxbury
37-540 Rummel
37-550 Salisbury
37-560 Scalp Level
37-570 Shade CreekRidge
37-580 Sipesville
37-590 Somerset
37-620 Ten Mile
37-630 Tire Hill
37-635 Union Chapel
37-640 Uniontown
37-290 Walnut Grove
37-645 Way of Hope
37-300 Westmont
37-650 Windber
37-660 Wooddale
2016 District Events and Meetings
This calendar will be updated as we receive dates from your groups please send your important dates to the District Office
ASAP to insure they will be on the District Calendar Thank you EVENTS ARE CODED AS
District Events open for anyone in the District to attend - CAPS Meetings such as District Leadership Team Camp Board Home Trustees and events beyond the District - small print Youth and Childrenrsquos Activities -ITALICS amp CAPS
SUGGESTIONS FOR USE KEEP FOR REFERENCE WHEN SETTING LOCAL CHURCH DATES Each month check this page in District HIGHLIGHTS for changesadditions Keep your calendar updated
DECEMBER 2016
4 - SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT
10 - CHILDRENrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY ndash Camp Harmony ndash more information to come
11 - THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT
18 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT
19 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
25 - MERRY CHIRSTMAS
26 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
31 - NEW YEARrsquoS EVE
2017 District Events and Meetings
This calendar will be updated as we receive dates from your groups please send your important dates to the District Office
ASAP to insure they will be on the District Calendar Thank you EVENTS ARE CODED AS
District Events open for anyone in the District to attend - CAPS Meetings such as District Leadership Team Camp Board Home Trustees and events beyond the District - small print Youth and Childrenrsquos Activities - ITALICS amp CAPS
SUGGESTIONS FOR USE KEEP FOR REFERENCE WHEN SETTING LOCAL CHURCH DATES Each month check this page in District HIGHLIGHTS for changesadditions Keep your calendar updated
JANUARY 2017
1 - HAPPY NEW YEAR
8 - EPIPHANY
18-25 - WEEK OF PRAYER FOR CHRISTIAN UNITY
30 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
FEBRUARY 2017
9 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
18 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
20 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
MARCH 2017
1 - ASH WEDNESDAY
3 - WORLD DAY OF PRAYER
5 - FIRST SUNDAY OF LENT
12 - DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME BEGINS (Turn clocks AHEAD one hour)
12 - SECOND SUNDAY OF LENT
19 - THIRD SUNDAY OF LENT
20 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
26 - ONE GREAT HOUR OF SHARING
26 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF LENT
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
APRIL 2017
2 - FIFTH SUNDAY OF LENT
9 - PALM SUNDAY
13 - MAUNDY THURSDAY
14 - GOOD FRIDAY
16 - ALLELUIA CHRIST IS RISEN
17 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
22 - Earth Day
24 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
MAY 2017
4 - NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER
7 - NATIONAL YOUTH SUNDAY
5-6 - District Womenrsquos Retreat ndash Camp Harmony
11 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
14 - HAPPY MOTHERrsquoS DAY
20 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
22 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
25 - ASCENSION DAY
29 - MEMORIAL DAY
29 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
JUNE 2017
4 - HAPPY BIRTHDAY CHURCH (Pentecost Sunday)
4 - Annual Conference Briefing Geiger COB
18 - HAPPY FATHERrsquoS DAY
19 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
26 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
28 -ANNUAL CONFERENCE (begins) Grand Rapids Michigan
JULY 2017
2 - ANNUAL CONFERENCE (concludes) Greensboro North Carolina
4 - INDEPENDENCE DAY
20 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm - Beachley Residence (District Conference Business)
24 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
28 - District Leadership Team 6 pm Arbutus Church (District Conference Business)
31 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
AUGUST 2017
21 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
28 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
SEPTEMBER 2017
4 - LABOR DAY
14 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
16 - CAMP HARMONY FESTIVAL
18 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
21 - DAY OF PRAYER FOR PEACE
23 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
25 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
OCTOBER 2017
1 - WORLD COMMUNION SUNDAY
21 - District Conference 9 am Camp Harmony
23 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
30 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
NOVEMBER 2017
4 - ELEVENTH ANNUAL DISTRICT AUCTION 9 am Camp Harmony
5 - DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME ENDS (Turn clocks BACK one hour)
9 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
18 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
20 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
23 - HAPPY THANKSGIVING
26 - FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
DECEMBER 2017
3 - SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT
9 - CHILDRENrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY ndash Camp Harmony ndash more information to come
10 - THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT
17 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT
18 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
25 - MERRY CHIRSTMAS
- Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
31 - NEW YEARrsquoS EVE
PLEASE NOTE Dates will be added or changed as needed If your District group team or committee has additions or changes to this calendar please contact the District Office as soon as possible Your help is much appreciated
Western Pennsylvania District Highlights
December 2016January 2017 page 4
At the District Office Nancy Burd Kristen Cannistraci Ashley Chonko Autumn Chonko Jay Christner Michael A Clark
Judith Clister David E Closson Linda L Coleman Lori Conn Helen Constable Sharon Cooper Virginia Crosby Jody Davids William Davis
Regina Deffenbaugh Joy Derck Randy Derck Amelia Derr LuAnn Deyarmin Lois Dietz
John Eash Luella Edeline Dorcas Geary Eicher Joni Eicher Sharon Eley Suzanne Enos
Jeffery Fackler George Feathers Sr Roger L Forry Homer Foster Bill Frey G Douglas Gehr Carolyn Gregory Gieta Gresh Ken Gresh Mildred (Hartzell) Gnegy Aleda Harding
Helen R Hay Bill Hemminger Rona Hemminger Tawnya Hess Becca Hoffman
Penny Hoffman Eleanor Honsaker Sharon L Honsaker Tammy Hoover
Carole J Horner Violet Hosler Wilbur H Hosler Ed Houghton Sally Houghton Phyllis Howard Donald Johnson Karen L Jones
Eric Kabler Janice Brougher Kaltenbaugh Peter Kaltenbaugh Elaine Karashowski
James Kensinger Tracey Kensinger Jean (Berkey) Kestermont Willadene Kimmel
Philip A King Roger Knepper William J Knieriem Tina Lehman Bonnie Lesney Arlene M Longwell
Jay Mader Ruby Mader Chuck Mahon Jerry Maldet Homer Marshall Pat Marshall Penny Mason
Peggy McCreary Mike amp Lea McKenzie Carolyn McKinney Hazel McLaney Kay McMillan
Cindy Metz Evert C Millard Earl ldquoBudrdquo Miller Suzie Moss Mark Murchie Julie Napotnik
Brenda Nicholson Victor S Norris Mary Orr Bernice Ott William Owens Greg Pascale Ellen Paul
Roberta Peck Sandy Peterman Kristina Peters Sandy Philipos Pike Run COB Plumcreek COB Delores Prinkey Donna Ramer Jolene Regetta
Crystal Reiber Linda Reininger Bonnie Ritenour Jack Rupert Beckey Schlosnagle Colleen Schurg Shannon Schurg Charlene Scott
Abby Shaffer Dan Shaffer Frances J Shaffer Jodie R Shaffer Donovan Sheldon
Gale Lynn Shipley Christine Shroyer Jessica Sigler Brian Simmons Shelly Singer Todd Singer
Kelly Bowser Smith Marsha Smith Robert F Spencer Betsy Statler Ron St Clair Lauren Stein Linda Stoner
Gwen Swick Charles Teets Paul Townsend Earl W Trevarrow Carol Walker Bill Waugh
Dawn Waugh Bill Wenger Bill Wentz Charles Whipple Daniel J Whitacre Betty Wilkins
Ed Wilson Jane (Berkey) Wolfhope and of course ldquoAnonymousrdquo
is now available for you to own ndash
we invite you to get one for yourself and several for friends and family What a great Christmas gift to share with someone who needs encouragement in their faith Some congregations have purchased the books to distribute to their members as their daily devotional book for 2017
Each page in the book contains Scripture a personal reflection and a prayer to help start your day
Books are available at the District Office
Make checks payable to Western PA District with ldquoBook Orderrdquo in the memo line Thanks
Donrsquot miss your chance to own this wonderful treasury of testimonies and meditations ndash each day bringing glory to God
You may be wondering whose stories are a part of ldquoOur Storiesrdquo here is the list of authors
you may just know a few of them
Royden Airesman Martha Whitacre Albright Myrna Baer David Baker Debbie Baker Olive Baker
Cindy Barclay Meredith Barkley George Barr Linda Beachley Ron Beachley Chad Berkebile
Keith Berkebile Lara Berkebile Marcia Berkebile Megan Berkebile Emma J Berkey Jo Berkey
Ed Bittinger Larry Black Helen Bloom Arbutus Blough Anna Coleman Bockes Linda Bottomley
Joe Brown Don Bruner Betty Bungard
Western Pennsylvania District Highlights
December 2016January 2017 page 5
District Volunteer and Job Opportunities
Please read and share
There are many ways to volunteer in the District whether in be through Camp Harmony or the Brethren Home Community Windber at events such as the Brethren Heritage Festival or the District
Auction or even happenings in your own congregation
The Outreach and Service Team of the District Leadership Team is still looking for volunteers to be the Western PA District Brethren Heritage and Peace Representative As the Heritage and
Peace Representative you would be asked to do the following 1 Help promote peace education by interacting with individuals pastors and congregations 2 Share peace education materials and instruction with the youth in our District by meeting with youth groups camp groups at Camp Harmony and other group settings arranged by the District Children and Youth Ministry Coordinator 3 Work with the District Outreach and Service Team in any way that the Team can help the representative with the above responsibilities 4 Report annually to the District Outreach and Service Team as to the work that has been accomplished in a given year
Please contact Marsha Smith at 814-535-2213 or charmar467atlanticbbnet if you are interested in serving
The Church of the Brethren Home in Windber is looking to call a new Chaplain by the end of the
year Linda Reininger current Chaplain at the Brethren Home will be retiring at the end of
December
The primary purpose of this position is to provide spiritual religious and personal counseling or guidance to residents family members and employees As the Pastor this individual would be delegated the administrative authority responsibility and accountability necessary for carrying out assigned duties It is a half-time position with major responsibility visiting residents sometimes the visit takes you to a local hospital Education and Experience requirements must be a licensed minister must have 2 years experience in pastoral ministry must be oriented to healthcare practices and procedures For more information please contact Thomas Reckner CEO Brethren Home Community Windber at 814-467-5505
Western Pennsylvania District Highlights
December 2016January 2017 page 6
District News
Events at the Penn Run Christian Outreach Center
(located directly across the street from the Penn Run Church of the Brethren)
PA Dutch Buffet - 400 pm - 700 pm
Saturday December 3 2016 Saturday January 7 2017
Saturday February 4 2017 Saturday March 4 2017 Saturday April 1 2017 Saturday May 6 2017
Starting in November the buffet will be a Pasta
Buffet and we alternate each month Same time and same place
Call the church office at 724-463-0420 for more information
Special Thanks
A special thanks to all who supported the District Auction that
was held at Camp Harmony on November 5 2016 with their
prayers donations and purchases Another special thanks to all the
volunteers who helped in any way before and on the day of the
auction We pray Godrsquos richest blessings on each one who helped
to make this day a success The total receipts received from
the District Auction were $961850
After expenses we honored our commitment to send 10 percent of our profit to the Nigerian Crisis Fund which amounted to $66500 That provides $599698 available for District Ministry Camp Scholarships will be given to first place and second place churches that raised the most funds Maple Spring took first place raising $177450 Pleasant Hill took second place raising $82600 Camp again provided us with a delicious breakfast and lunch $80000 was raised for camp A special thanks to everyone at Camp Harmony for their hospitality in all areas as we prepared for the auction
Western Pennsylvania District Highlights
December 2016January 2017 page 7
Please continue to pray for the situation in Nigeria
Remember them daily as we all pray for peace to come to that
devastated region
Visit wwwbrethrenorg for more information
Denominational News go to wwwbrethrenorg for the most complete and up to date news from the Church of the Brethren
Job Openings I f you are interested in job opportunities through the Church of the Brethren open positions can be found at httpwwwbrethrenorgaboutemploymenthtml
The Brethren Academy for Ministerial Leadership will offer
the Healthy Boundaries 101--Basic Level Ethics in Ministry Relations
Training via webcast on Saturday January 7 2017
from 1000 am to 400 pm (Eastern time) This session is for
ministry training students and newly licensed or ordained clergy who have not had the training
Academy executive director Julie M Hostetter will lead the training Read the full story at
wwwbrethrenorgnews2016healthy-boundaries-101-traininghtml
Brethren Academy Job Opening
Bethany Theological Seminary and the Office of Ministry of the Church of the Brethren seek to fill the full-time position Executive Director of the Brethren Academy for Ministerial Leadership The primary functions of the position are to oversee certificate programs in ministry education continuing education for ministers and educational events focused on leadership development in the Church of the Brethren Interested candidates should possess the following qualifications and abilities - Five years of effective leadership in pastoral ministry - Ordination and active membership in the Church of the Brethren - Master of divinity degree - A record of regular continuing education experiences - Residence in Richmond Indiana or the surrounding area A complete job description is available on the Bethany Seminary website The application deadline is December 1 2016 Interviews will immediately follow with the position to be filled by January 31 2017 Interested candidates should send their resumes by postal mail or e-mail to
Steven Schweitzer Academic Dean Bethany Theological Seminary 615 National Road West Richmond IN 47374
deansofficebethanyseminaryedu
The Brethren Academy for Ministerial Leadership is a ministry training partnership of Bethany Theological Seminary and the Church of the Brethren Office of Ministry Bethany Theological Seminaryrsquos policy prohibits discrimination in employment opportunities or practices with regard to race gender age disability marital status sexual orientation national or ethnic origin or religion
Dear Brothers and Sisters
Risk Hope the 2017 Annual Conference theme emerges from an Old Testament saga of tragedy and redemption Staring down obstacles and situations very reminiscent of our 21st century challenges our ancestors in faith made mistakes suffered consequences and endured darkness but in the midst of it all they found their footing in their identity story and ultimately welcomed Gods powerful presence in their midst The second Bible study based on this theme appeared in Newsline and is posted on the Annual Conference website wwwbrethrenorgacBiblestudy
Feel free to reference it yourself or share it with brothers and sisters in your congregation as we all
wrestle with the challenges of being both the Chosen of God and the Servants of God in the midst
of a troubled world
Blessings to you in Christ Carol Scheppard
2017 Annual Conference Moderator
Annual Conference exists to unite strengthen and equip the Church of the Brethren to follow Jesus
Western Pennsylvania District Highlights
December 2016January 2017 page 8
Denominational News go to wwwbrethrenorg for the most complete and up to date news from the Church of the Brethren
Global Mission Updates
Global Mission Prayer Guide
Dominican Republic
Pray for Global Mission workers Nicole and Jason Hoover as they and their children Ethan and Miriam move to the Dominican Republic this week Nicole and Jason will be serving with Iglesia de los Hermanos the Dominican Church of the Brethren Pray for Godrsquos peace in this time of transition and settling in Pray for the Spiritrsquos guiding in making connections and building relationships
Vietnam
Pray for Global Mission volunteer Grace Mishler and her work as a case manager for poor Vietnamese families needing access to eye care for their vision-impaired children Blind or visually-impaired people face stigma in Vietnam and there is a shortage of doctors with up-to-date training and equipment Grace has networked with service providers in Vietnam especially the American Eye Center and has spread stories and raised funds with Church of the Brethren congregations and individuals to help enable these families to receive the care they need
Pray for the Thien An Blind School in Ho Chi Minh City as it goes through
transitions in leadership Global Mission worker Grace Mishler partners with this school for poor children with blindness
In addition to standard education subjects the school teaches Braille and
provides mobility and vocational training Pray for the schoolrsquos headmas-
ter who faces potential eye removal sur-gery due to excruciating pain
India
Pray for the Gospel Convention and Peace Festival of the Church of North India (CNI) to be held on Nov 8 hosted by the Diocese of Gujarat Officials expect more than 50000 people to attend from various CNI dioceses Pray for Silvans Christian bishop of Gujarat Diocese and other leaders working to organize this first event of its kind Pray that the event may strengthen and spread CNIrsquos heritage of peace witness
Students at the Thien An Blind School prepare for a vocal musical concert joined by Grace Mishler (middle row left) Photo by Xuan Nguyen
A preschooler receives care at the American Eye Center in Ho Chi Minh City following a misdiagnosis at a previous facility Photo by Grace Mishler
Western Pennsylvania District Highlights
December 2016January 2017 page 9
Global Mission Updates Denominational News go to wwwbrethrenorg for the most complete and up to date news from the Church of the Brethren
Global Mission Prayer Guide
United States
Pray for the Death Row Support Project (DRSP) a Church of the Brethren ministry that connects death row inmates with pen pals A person confined to death row often spends up to 23 hours each day alone in a small cell DRSP helps remind participants of Godrsquos love for everyone by bringing a small level of connection to the inmatesrsquo extreme isolation and by helping those on the outside to dispel fear and stereotypes Give thanks for the increased interest and participation in the program Pray that the Death Row Support Project and its volunteers can help in the effort to abolish the death penalty in the United States
Pray for the Brethren Disaster Ministries (BDM) rebuilding project near Columbia SC which is continuing recovery efforts following the October 2015 flooding and picking up where the ecumenical Disaster Recovery Support Initiative left off Pray for the health and safety of the rebuild volunteers Pray for the many South Carolinians affected by the flooding who are still rebuilding their lives
South Sudan
Pray for the great need in South Sudan A World Food Program representative stated that a third of South Sudans population up to four million people is severely food insecure Additionally accord-ing to the United Nations an average of 3500 people flee the country each day trying to escape the ongoing violent conflict Instability in the UNs peacekeeping efforts have further increased the countrys challenges Pray for all those who work for peace in South Sudan especially Global Mission worker Athanasus Ungang
Venezuela
Pray for a gathering of pastors interested in the emerging Brethren group in Venezuela Approxi-mately 400 pastors and leaders are expected to meet in the city of Valle la Pascua Alexandre Gon-ccedilalves a pastor with Igreja da Irmandade-Brasil (Church of the Brethren in Brazil) will provide lead-ership as the group continues to learn about and discuss Church of the Brethren theology and prac-tice
North Korea
Pray for traveling mercies for Global Mission workers Linda and Robert Shank as they return home from another semester at Pyongyang University of Science and Technology Give thanks for the Shanks continued opportunity to serve as teachers and dean of agriculture at this school for North Koreas future leaders
Western Pennsylvania District Highlights
December 2016January 2017 page 10
Global Mission Updates
Global Mission Prayer Guide
Denominational News go to wwwbrethrenorg for the most complete and up to date news from the Church of the Brethren
Haiti
Give thanks for the initial distributions of food and supplies to Hurricane Matthew survivors provided by Eglise des Freres drsquoHaiti (the Church of the Brethren in Haiti) and funded by an Emergency Disaster Fund grant Approximately 660 families have been served in communities of Bomba-dopolis Savanette Jeremie Bois Leger and Les Cayes Distributed items include clothing tarps matches candles bleach toothbrushes and food including canned chicken provided by Southern Pennsylvania and Mid-Atlantic Districts of the Church of the Brethren Pray for the travels of Roy Winter associate executive director of Global Mission and Service and Brethren Disaster Ministries and Jeff Boshart manager of the Global Food Initiative as they meet with Haitian Brethren leaders to develop further plans for rebuilding and recovery
Nigeria
Praise God for the first church building initiative in recent years that brings together members from the Church of the Brethren in the United States and the Church of the Brethren in Nigeria (EYN - Ekklesiyar Yanuwa a Nigeria) The church is being built for EYN families who have been displaced due to violence Pray for health and safety Pray that all participants be renewed by this time of joint service and solidarity Pray for enthusiasm and generosity toward future Nigeria workcamps
Leaders from Eglise des Freres drsquoHaiti visit the community of Bombadopolis to distribute supplies to hurricane victims Photo by Ilexene Alphonse
Leaders from Eglise des Freres drsquoHaiti visit tAfter a worship service of welcome and praise participants begin work on church construction leveling the floor and pouring the foundation Photo by Jay Wittmeyer
2017 District Womenrsquos Spring Event
Women of God ndash Joy in the Journey
ldquoTherefore my heart is gladhelliphelliprdquo Psalm 169
The District Womenrsquos Ministries are so excited to share with you
that we will be sponsoring a fabulous Womenrsquos Retreat on
Friday May 5 2017 through Saturday May 6 2017
Come share in the Joy of our Lord through stories inspiration good music
laughter prayer good food the beauty of the land and some well-deserved rest
The Retreat will be held at Camp Harmony this year Most of our lodging will be
at the Harmony House You will be pleased with its transformation All bedding
will be provided except for the pillow for your head (Please bring your favorite
pillow with you)
We would also like you to bring a music box with you if you can Wersquod like to
hear the story behind it
Registration will begin on Friday from 400pm till 600pm
Dinner will be served around 630
Donrsquot -worry there will be time for pampering We are planning to have a
Message Therapist an Essential Oil Therapist and a station for nails and toes
Ladies ndash Pack your bags and prepare for a relaxing getaway Yoursquoll grow closer to
friends deepen your relationship with Jesus and be pampered as well
Join the ldquoJoy in the Journeyrdquo
The cost of the retreat will be $9500 each This will cover all meals and snacks
entertainment gifts refreshments and comfortable lodging We ask that you pay
$5000 with your registration That will be due on February 14th The other $4500
should be paid before April 5th Each person should fill out a registration slip
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2017 District Womenrsquos Spring Event
Women of God ndash Joy in the Journey
Registration Form ndash one form per person
Church ___________________________________________________________
Name _____________________________________________________________
Address ___________________________________________________________
City ____________________________________ State __________ Zip ______
Email _____________________________________________________________
Cost $9500 for 2 day retreat ndash includes meals lodging and all the fun
Deposit $5000 due by February 14 2017
Remaining Balance $4500 due before April 15 2017
Please send Registration Forms and fees to
Pastor Judy Walker 425 Morningside Avenue Jeannette PA 15644-1954
2017 Work Schedule
Please review the 2017 work schedule below and consider giving a day or a week
out of your busy schedules toward this very rewarding worthwhile ministry
Contact your church coordinator or Herb Ewald at hjewaldatlanticbbnet
or (814) 539-8530 as soon as possible to volunteer
Thank you
Day Trips Week Trips
XXXXXXXXXXX March 26 ndash April 1 Project 2 XXXXXXXXXXX with Virlina District
Thursday April 6 July 9 - 15 S Carolina Tuesday April 18 with Beaver Creek Mid - Atlantic
Thursday June 8 September 3 - 9 Project 2 Tuesday June 27 with Brownsville Mid - Atlantic Thursday August 10 October 1 - 7 S Carolina Tuesday August 29 with (open) Thursday October 12 Tuesday October 24 All week long trip locations will be Thursday December 7 announced as info becomes available Tuesday December 19
Brethren Home
Community Windber
December 2016 ndash January 2017
Pastor linda reininger to retire on December 29
Home Chaplain Linda Reininger will retire on December 29 Pastor Linda and her
husband Jim have spent the last five years in pastoral service to our residents We
thank her for her dedicated service and wish her a blessed retirement filled with many
happy hours with her family
CPR mannequins purchased by Home Auxiliary
The Home Auxiliary and members of the nursing department have partnered to make
required cardio-pulmonary resuscitation classes available for our staff The Auxiliary
purchased a set of cardio pulmonary resuscitation mannequins and instructional tapes
to be used in CPR classes Mrs Nancy Donati RN and Mrs Jeri Lynn Felski RN
became certified CPR instructors through the American Heart Association With the
purchase of the mannequins and instructional tapes along with onsite instructors
classes can be scheduled at our staffrsquos convenience with no additional costs
Auxiliary officers installed At the November meeting Pastor Ron
St Clair installed these Home Auxiliary officers for 2017 President Arbutus Eash Vice
President Donna Ramer Corresponding Secretary Janet Fisher Recording Secretary
Connie Berkebile Treasurer April Mackell Assistant Treasurer Marilyn Manotti At
the meeting the Auxiliary also made these purchases for the Home six infection control
supply cabinets renovations for one resident room piano tuning and knife sharpeners
for a total of just over $3000 As always the Home is tremendously grateful for the
officers who dedicate themselves to the work of the Auxiliary and the generous gifts the
Auxiliary makes available for our residents
Jigsaw PUZZLES and puzzle BOARDs donated The family of
Mrs Janet Korber made a gift of three revolving jigsaw puzzle boards and more than
twenty puzzles to the Home in memory of their mother The family worked with the
activities department to make the gift one that would be enjoyed by Mrs Korberrsquos
friends and many future residents With the onset of winter weather the puzzles and
boards will be an especially welcome pastime
Ipad purchased with community foundation
grant Our Home has received a $500 grant from the iPACP fund administered
by the Community Foundation for the Alleghenies The grant money was used to
purchase an IPad to be used by residents with neurological disorders that limit their
communication skills Interchangeable applications for the iPad will allow these
residents to communicate in writing or through the use of icons according to evolving
therapy needs
QUALITY NURSING DIRECTOR EARNS CERTIFICATION
Mrs Amanda Snyder RN BSN PCHA has completed the requirements to become a
Certified Nursing Director in Long Term Care The certification is awarded by the
American Society for Long Term Care Nurses Mrs Snyder is the Quality Nursing
Director at the Home responsible for maintaining state standards of care and providing
in service education
Activities for daily living suite added Activities for Daily
Living (ADL) is a program designed to complement our therapy services Using the
skills reclaimed through physical and occupational therapy and applying them to real
life situations ADL prepares our residents for their return to independent living The
opportunity to master actual life skills under the supervision of a therapist raises the
residentsrsquo confidence and increases their success rate To facilitate the program the
Home is constructing an ADL suite It will be located next to the basement chapel and
contain a full working kitchen bathroom bedroom and living area
Breast cancer awareness activities The Home staff once again
took part in October breast cancer awareness month activities Dress down days
cookie sales bracelet sales and participation in breast cancer walksruns led to a
donation of $307 made to the Joyce Murtha Breast Care Center in Windber
ldquoMay you have the gladness of Christmas which is hope
The spirit of Christmas which is peace
And the heart of Christmas which is loverdquo
Blessed Christmas and Happy New Year
From the BHCW residents staff and general board
Brethren Home Community Windber
Tree of Stars 2016 Please help us decorate the
Christmas Tree of Stars
in this 33rd year of our program Your donation will not only honor or memorialize a loved one or friend it will help our Home to provide our residents benevolent care The names of those persons being remembered will be displayed on the Christmas Tree in the Circle Lounge and
published in our newsletter
Please return the bottom portion with your
contribution to
- -- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Christmas Tree of Stars 2016
Please hang a Star in Memory of _______________________________________
OR
Please hang an Ornament in Honor of ____________________________________
Donated By _______________________________________ Amount_______________
Address _________________________________________
__________________________________________
Church of the Brethren Home 227 Hoffman Avenue Windber PA 15963 Attn Tree of Stars
Mail completed registration form and payment for Leviticus to
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center
One Alpha DriveElizabethtown PA 17022
Make checks payable to SVMC
Questions Contact us at717-361-1450
svmcetownedu
REG ISTRATION FORM
Name
Address
PhoneE-mail
Congregation District
Where did you hear about this event
Other dietary restrictionsMeat or vegetarian lunch
Ten Plus Reasons to Love Leviticus
BOB NEFF Keynote Speaker
Other speakersChristina Bucher (sexuality in Leviticus from different faith perspectives)
David Leiter (social justice and Leviticus)Frank Ramirez (the Brethren and Leviticus 19)
Brody Rike (atonement and orientation to God)
Leviticus is a book for our time Leviticus challenges us to lives of integrity seven days a week by respecting our elders and the marginalized resolving our feelings and disputes with our neighbor protecting the rights of the alien addressing economic and social inequity care for the environment the appropriate preparation of food and its consumption living from the perspective of the Holy One This study unlike most book investigations will not follow chapter by chapter but will begin in the center of the book with chapter 19 and the directive ldquoYou shall be holy as I am Holyrdquo Leviticus invites us to lead a holy life that is strikingly relevant to our lives today
Cost $60 (includes light breakfast lunch and 06 CEUs)
Registration due to SVMC by April 10 2017
S u s q u e h a n n a V a l l e y M i n i s t r y C e n t e rContinuing Education Series
ELIZABETHTOWN COLLEGE bull Susquehanna Room
APRIL 24 2017900 am - 400 pm (Registration at 830)
Bob Neff is an Old Testament scholar President Emeritus of Juniata College and former General Secretary of the Church of the Brethren
Understanding Our American
Muslim Neighbors
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center Continuing Education Series
Islam is the fastest growing religion in the US and this event is designed to introduce our American Muslim neighbors so that we might begin to love them as Jesus commanded Participants will visit some of our Muslim neighbors at a local mosque The presenter George Pickens has been teaching Islam and Christian witness among Muslims for over 25 years first in Africa where he spent 14 years and currently at Messiah College where he is Professor of Theology and Director of the Program in Peace and Conflict Studies George is actively involved in building positive relations with Muslims in the Capital Region of central Pennsylvania and he is a member of the Mechanicsburg (PA) Church of the Brethren and an ordained minister in the Church of the Brethren
Cost is $5500 (includes light breakfast lunch and 07 CEUrsquos) If 3 or more register from the same congregation cost is $35person If possible please register all from congregation at the same time Registration will cap at 35 participants so please register early
Registration deadline March 10 2017
Mail completed registration form and payment for American Mus1im
Neighbors to
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center
One Alpha DriveElizabethtown PA 17022
Make checks payable to SVMC
Questions Contact us at717-361-1450
REG ISTRATION FORM
Name
Address
PhoneE-mail
Congregation District
Where did you hear about this event
Other dietary restrictionsMeat or vegetarian lunch
Led by George Pickens
March 25 2017 900 am - 500 pm
Mechanicsburg Church of the Brethren
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Mail completed registration form and payment for Art for Worship to
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center
One Alpha DriveElizabethtown PA 17022
Make checks payable to SVMC
Questions
Contact us at717-361-1450
svmcetownedu
REG ISTRATION FORM
NameAre you over 18
Address
PhoneE-mail
Congregation District
Where did you hear about this event
Other dietary restrictionsMeat or vegetarian lunch
Art for WorshipReimaginingReimagining
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center Continuing Education Program presents
March 18 2017Lititz Church of the Brethren900 am - 400 pm
Like the choral anthem the message the prayers and rituals liturgical art enhances the worship experience Each element is meant to awaken us and open our hearts to God The spiritual disciplines that go into sermon writingmdashprayer meditation study and reflectionmdashcan also be used to create liturgical art This kind of art-marking can be called ldquoco-creationrdquo for one creates in partnership with The Creator in a process that is itself an act of worship This workshop will explore fresh possibilities for art in liturgical spaces and lead participants through a process for ldquoco-creatingrdquo art themselves
Cost $65 (includes light breakfast lunch materials fee and 06 CEUs)Registration deadline March 3 2017
Led by Diane BrandtLed by Diane Brandt
ldquoThe Ascending Dancerdquo by Diane Brandt
Diane Brandt is Minister of Visual Arts at St Peterrsquos United Church of Christ in Lancaster PA
Yes
No
A ministry of the Church of the Brethren
1414 Plank Road P O Box 158
Hooversville PA 15936-0158 E-mail harmonycampharmonyorg
httpwwwcampharmonyorg
(814) 798-5885 FAX (814) 798-2225
ldquoThe Church of the Brethren should be absolutely fearless absurdly happy and always
getting into trouble for Jesusrdquo Quote from Dan Westhellip
FUTURE EVENTS
Faith Promise Benefit Dinner ndash December 3 ndash 500 PM ndash Call Camp to register
Alutiig Training ndash December 4 - 16
Childrenrsquos Christmas Party ndash December 10 ndash 900 AM - Call the District Office to register
Welcome to Bethlehem ndash December 10 ndash Greenhouse Park
Salix Bethel Youth Retreat ndash January 13 ndash 15
Cub Scout Retreat ndash January 21
Winter Youth Retreats
Junior Retreat ndash Grades 3 ndash 6 ndash January 27 ndash 29 2017
Teen Retreat ndash Grades 7 ndash 12 ndash February 3 ndash 5 2017
HERITAGE LODGE (oldest and last remaining original building at Camp) ROOF
UPDATE
Thank you volunteers for all your help on repairing and getting the roof ready for the metal roof
Camp has contracted with Kaufman Metals to put on the metal which puts the roof under
warranty Also we thank everyone for all the financial donations for the initial stage of the roof
and a congregation for their donation so Camp could contract for placement of the metal When
we all work together ndash all things are possible THANK YOU The roof is scheduled to be
put on the end of November andor the beginning of December
2016 ldquo52 GOD BLESS YOU TEAMrdquo
As more and more families are blessed they contribute $100 a week or $5200 to Camp so that
the ministry can bless others Join the 2016 team The original premise was that if all the families
in the District contributed $52 the mortgage could be eliminated The 2016 Team includes 60
families and congregations who have contributed $3700 Thank you so much for your
donationshelliphellip
Watch for the end of the year Camp Harmony newsletters They will be distributed soon
ldquoInviting all people to experience the wonder of
creation and find harmony with God with nature and
with one another
CAMP HARMONY
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2 Youth Weekends
January 27-29
Junior Retreat - Grades 3-6
February 3-5
Teen Retreat - Grades 7-12
Camper Name_____________________________________
Gender __M __F Birthdate_________ Current Grade ____
Parent or Legal Guardian(s) Names
_______________________________________________
Mailing Address___________________________________
City__________________ State ______ Zip __________
Email Address____________________________________
Home Phone______________________________________
Emergency Phone__________________________________
Special Instructions_______________________________
Is this your first time Camp Harmony ___Yes ___No
Which Retreat are you Registering For
Junior (grades 3-6) Teen (Grades 7-12)
January 27-29 2017 February 3-5 2017
Please complete if your church is paying a portion of the fee
Church name______________________________________
The church will be paying $_____ of the registration fee
Authorized Signature (Required Pastor or Camp Rep)
________________________________________________
In signing this application I grant permission for my child to attend Camp Harmony and for Camp
Harmony to use images (photo video etc) of my child and members of my family in camp publicity
(print ads internet including social networking sites etc) I waive the right to inspect or approve
images for such purposes I also acknowledge that by their very nature outdoor and camping ac-
tivities involve some risk of injury I understand also that although the camp has taken precau-
tions to provide proper supervision instruction training and equipment for each activity it is
impossible for the camp to guarantee absolute safety I further understand that participation in
these activities is voluntary and waive any claim that may arise against the camp andor employees
as a result of participation in the program except for those that are a direct result of gross
negligence of the camp or its employees
______________________________________________________________ Parent or Legal Guardian Signature Date
If you canrsquot wait until next summer to come back to camp
this is the retreat for you During our winter retreats at
Camp Harmony we do many of our favorite activities from
summer including crafts worship games and Bible lessons
Plus wersquoll get to go sledding and play in the snow Each
weekend is designed to strengthen your faith in Christ and
grow in your walk with Him We canrsquot wait to see you at Camp
Harmony
Registration Friday Evening 7-8 pm
Pick up Sunday Afternoon 2 pm
Cost $100 per camper
Things to bring
Bedding money for store amp offering towel amp toiletries
seasonal clothing including extra shoes and socks Bible
All of your FRIENDS
How to Register
Mail your completed registration form (one per camper) and
a $25 non-refundable deposit to
Camp Harmony Winter Retreats
PO Box 158
1414 Plank Road
Hooversville PA 15936
Payments can be made by cash check or credit card We
recommend full prepayment to reduce time in registration
line Registrations received less than one week from be-
ginning of retreat date will be charged a $15 late fee
Have questions or need more information
8147985885
programcampharmonyorg
AVAILABLE SPEAKERS LIST
January 2017 ORDAINED
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LICENSED
DERCK JOY E - 3089 Dutch Run Rd Shelocta 15774-2224 - 724 354-3386 DERMER JOANN - 3062 Hyndman Rd Hyndman 15545 - 814 842-6489 HILER GARY W - 228 Baltzer Bridge Rd Friedens 15541-6320 - 814 267-6722 ISHMAN DANIEL R - 116 Todd Rd Freeport 16229 - 724 540-5214 MARSZALEK CHERYL A - 409 Herman Ave Wilmerding 15148-1206 - 412 551-6422 SHAFFER ABBY R -(office) 115 Spring Rd Hollsopple 15935-7412 - 814 479-2181 YOST ERIC W ndash 1009 First Street Windber PA 15963 ndash 814-467-0882
LAY SPEAKER RAMER DONNA L -102 Franklin Dr Greensburg 15601-1305-724 836-0594
Thanks very much for keeping the reports coming in The NEW Form B that comes from the Yearbook Office in Elgin and updates contact information about your congregationrsquos board or leadership team chair the treasurer a deacon contact and a number of other contact persons will be coming to congregations and contact persons soon Please be sure to review the material provided on Form B and make updates as they are needed Complete addresses and phone numbers are appreciated as well as email addresses if they are available The Additional Officers
Form for 2016 will be sent from the District Office soon
In addition the Congregational Outreach Form for 20162017 has been sent from the COB Stewardship Office and is due by December 1 2016 If you have a question you will need to contact the Stewardship Office at 800-323-8039 ext 361 A downloadable version of the form as well as a new fillable option is also available at wwwbrethrenorgstewardship Feel free to use that option in order to switch to paperless reporting
The forms listed below were received in the District Office as of November 20 ALL of these informational forms are important to both the district and the denomination The updated forms are sent to Elgin and they provide a copy for the District Office If you have a question about a form please donrsquot hesitate to contact Tina at 814 479-2181 or toll free 1-866-279-2181 Your prompt attention to this task will be appreciated Thanks
Church Code
Church Name
Form A
Form B
2015 Statistical Report
Additional Officers
Self-Allocation
37-010 Arbutus
37-015 Beachdale
37-020 Bear Run
37-030 Berkey
37-050 Bethel
37-060 Brothersvalley
37-068 Canaan
37-070 Center
37-080 Center Hill
37-090 Conemaugh
37-100 Connellsville
37-110 County Line
37-130 Elbethel
37-140 Erie Community United
37-150 Fairchance
37-160 Fair View
37-170 Farmington Bethel
37-190 Geiger
37-195 Good Samaritan
37-200 Greensburg
37-210 Greenville
37-220 Hooversville
37-230 Hostetler
37-240 Hyndman
37-250 Indiana
37-310 Ligonier First
37-320 Locust Grove
37-340 Maple Glen
37-350 Maple Grove
37-360 Maple Spring
37-380 Meyersdale
37-390 Middlecreek
37-400 Monroeville
37-410 Montgomery
Church Code
Church Name
Form A
Form B
2015 Statistical Report
Additional Officers
Self-Allocation
37-260 Morrellville
37-420 Mount Joy
37-430 Mount Pleasant
37-270 Moxham
37-440 Nanty Glo
37-450 Natrona Heights
37-460 Oakdale
37-470 Penn Run
37-475 Pike Run
37-480 Pleasant Hill
37-500 Plumcreek
37-505 Purchase Line
37-508 Rayman
37-510 Robinson
37-520 Rockton
37-530 Rockwood
37-280 Roxbury
37-540 Rummel
37-550 Salisbury
37-560 Scalp Level
37-570 Shade CreekRidge
37-580 Sipesville
37-590 Somerset
37-620 Ten Mile
37-630 Tire Hill
37-635 Union Chapel
37-640 Uniontown
37-290 Walnut Grove
37-645 Way of Hope
37-300 Westmont
37-650 Windber
37-660 Wooddale
2016 District Events and Meetings
This calendar will be updated as we receive dates from your groups please send your important dates to the District Office
ASAP to insure they will be on the District Calendar Thank you EVENTS ARE CODED AS
District Events open for anyone in the District to attend - CAPS Meetings such as District Leadership Team Camp Board Home Trustees and events beyond the District - small print Youth and Childrenrsquos Activities -ITALICS amp CAPS
SUGGESTIONS FOR USE KEEP FOR REFERENCE WHEN SETTING LOCAL CHURCH DATES Each month check this page in District HIGHLIGHTS for changesadditions Keep your calendar updated
DECEMBER 2016
4 - SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT
10 - CHILDRENrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY ndash Camp Harmony ndash more information to come
11 - THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT
18 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT
19 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
25 - MERRY CHIRSTMAS
26 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
31 - NEW YEARrsquoS EVE
2017 District Events and Meetings
This calendar will be updated as we receive dates from your groups please send your important dates to the District Office
ASAP to insure they will be on the District Calendar Thank you EVENTS ARE CODED AS
District Events open for anyone in the District to attend - CAPS Meetings such as District Leadership Team Camp Board Home Trustees and events beyond the District - small print Youth and Childrenrsquos Activities - ITALICS amp CAPS
SUGGESTIONS FOR USE KEEP FOR REFERENCE WHEN SETTING LOCAL CHURCH DATES Each month check this page in District HIGHLIGHTS for changesadditions Keep your calendar updated
JANUARY 2017
1 - HAPPY NEW YEAR
8 - EPIPHANY
18-25 - WEEK OF PRAYER FOR CHRISTIAN UNITY
30 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
FEBRUARY 2017
9 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
18 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
20 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
MARCH 2017
1 - ASH WEDNESDAY
3 - WORLD DAY OF PRAYER
5 - FIRST SUNDAY OF LENT
12 - DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME BEGINS (Turn clocks AHEAD one hour)
12 - SECOND SUNDAY OF LENT
19 - THIRD SUNDAY OF LENT
20 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
26 - ONE GREAT HOUR OF SHARING
26 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF LENT
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
APRIL 2017
2 - FIFTH SUNDAY OF LENT
9 - PALM SUNDAY
13 - MAUNDY THURSDAY
14 - GOOD FRIDAY
16 - ALLELUIA CHRIST IS RISEN
17 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
22 - Earth Day
24 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
MAY 2017
4 - NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER
7 - NATIONAL YOUTH SUNDAY
5-6 - District Womenrsquos Retreat ndash Camp Harmony
11 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
14 - HAPPY MOTHERrsquoS DAY
20 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
22 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
25 - ASCENSION DAY
29 - MEMORIAL DAY
29 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
JUNE 2017
4 - HAPPY BIRTHDAY CHURCH (Pentecost Sunday)
4 - Annual Conference Briefing Geiger COB
18 - HAPPY FATHERrsquoS DAY
19 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
26 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
28 -ANNUAL CONFERENCE (begins) Grand Rapids Michigan
JULY 2017
2 - ANNUAL CONFERENCE (concludes) Greensboro North Carolina
4 - INDEPENDENCE DAY
20 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm - Beachley Residence (District Conference Business)
24 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
28 - District Leadership Team 6 pm Arbutus Church (District Conference Business)
31 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
AUGUST 2017
21 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
28 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
SEPTEMBER 2017
4 - LABOR DAY
14 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
16 - CAMP HARMONY FESTIVAL
18 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
21 - DAY OF PRAYER FOR PEACE
23 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
25 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
OCTOBER 2017
1 - WORLD COMMUNION SUNDAY
21 - District Conference 9 am Camp Harmony
23 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
30 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
NOVEMBER 2017
4 - ELEVENTH ANNUAL DISTRICT AUCTION 9 am Camp Harmony
5 - DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME ENDS (Turn clocks BACK one hour)
9 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
18 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
20 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
23 - HAPPY THANKSGIVING
26 - FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
DECEMBER 2017
3 - SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT
9 - CHILDRENrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY ndash Camp Harmony ndash more information to come
10 - THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT
17 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT
18 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
25 - MERRY CHIRSTMAS
- Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
31 - NEW YEARrsquoS EVE
PLEASE NOTE Dates will be added or changed as needed If your District group team or committee has additions or changes to this calendar please contact the District Office as soon as possible Your help is much appreciated
Western Pennsylvania District Highlights
December 2016January 2017 page 5
District Volunteer and Job Opportunities
Please read and share
There are many ways to volunteer in the District whether in be through Camp Harmony or the Brethren Home Community Windber at events such as the Brethren Heritage Festival or the District
Auction or even happenings in your own congregation
The Outreach and Service Team of the District Leadership Team is still looking for volunteers to be the Western PA District Brethren Heritage and Peace Representative As the Heritage and
Peace Representative you would be asked to do the following 1 Help promote peace education by interacting with individuals pastors and congregations 2 Share peace education materials and instruction with the youth in our District by meeting with youth groups camp groups at Camp Harmony and other group settings arranged by the District Children and Youth Ministry Coordinator 3 Work with the District Outreach and Service Team in any way that the Team can help the representative with the above responsibilities 4 Report annually to the District Outreach and Service Team as to the work that has been accomplished in a given year
Please contact Marsha Smith at 814-535-2213 or charmar467atlanticbbnet if you are interested in serving
The Church of the Brethren Home in Windber is looking to call a new Chaplain by the end of the
year Linda Reininger current Chaplain at the Brethren Home will be retiring at the end of
December
The primary purpose of this position is to provide spiritual religious and personal counseling or guidance to residents family members and employees As the Pastor this individual would be delegated the administrative authority responsibility and accountability necessary for carrying out assigned duties It is a half-time position with major responsibility visiting residents sometimes the visit takes you to a local hospital Education and Experience requirements must be a licensed minister must have 2 years experience in pastoral ministry must be oriented to healthcare practices and procedures For more information please contact Thomas Reckner CEO Brethren Home Community Windber at 814-467-5505
Western Pennsylvania District Highlights
December 2016January 2017 page 6
District News
Events at the Penn Run Christian Outreach Center
(located directly across the street from the Penn Run Church of the Brethren)
PA Dutch Buffet - 400 pm - 700 pm
Saturday December 3 2016 Saturday January 7 2017
Saturday February 4 2017 Saturday March 4 2017 Saturday April 1 2017 Saturday May 6 2017
Starting in November the buffet will be a Pasta
Buffet and we alternate each month Same time and same place
Call the church office at 724-463-0420 for more information
Special Thanks
A special thanks to all who supported the District Auction that
was held at Camp Harmony on November 5 2016 with their
prayers donations and purchases Another special thanks to all the
volunteers who helped in any way before and on the day of the
auction We pray Godrsquos richest blessings on each one who helped
to make this day a success The total receipts received from
the District Auction were $961850
After expenses we honored our commitment to send 10 percent of our profit to the Nigerian Crisis Fund which amounted to $66500 That provides $599698 available for District Ministry Camp Scholarships will be given to first place and second place churches that raised the most funds Maple Spring took first place raising $177450 Pleasant Hill took second place raising $82600 Camp again provided us with a delicious breakfast and lunch $80000 was raised for camp A special thanks to everyone at Camp Harmony for their hospitality in all areas as we prepared for the auction
Western Pennsylvania District Highlights
December 2016January 2017 page 7
Please continue to pray for the situation in Nigeria
Remember them daily as we all pray for peace to come to that
devastated region
Visit wwwbrethrenorg for more information
Denominational News go to wwwbrethrenorg for the most complete and up to date news from the Church of the Brethren
Job Openings I f you are interested in job opportunities through the Church of the Brethren open positions can be found at httpwwwbrethrenorgaboutemploymenthtml
The Brethren Academy for Ministerial Leadership will offer
the Healthy Boundaries 101--Basic Level Ethics in Ministry Relations
Training via webcast on Saturday January 7 2017
from 1000 am to 400 pm (Eastern time) This session is for
ministry training students and newly licensed or ordained clergy who have not had the training
Academy executive director Julie M Hostetter will lead the training Read the full story at
wwwbrethrenorgnews2016healthy-boundaries-101-traininghtml
Brethren Academy Job Opening
Bethany Theological Seminary and the Office of Ministry of the Church of the Brethren seek to fill the full-time position Executive Director of the Brethren Academy for Ministerial Leadership The primary functions of the position are to oversee certificate programs in ministry education continuing education for ministers and educational events focused on leadership development in the Church of the Brethren Interested candidates should possess the following qualifications and abilities - Five years of effective leadership in pastoral ministry - Ordination and active membership in the Church of the Brethren - Master of divinity degree - A record of regular continuing education experiences - Residence in Richmond Indiana or the surrounding area A complete job description is available on the Bethany Seminary website The application deadline is December 1 2016 Interviews will immediately follow with the position to be filled by January 31 2017 Interested candidates should send their resumes by postal mail or e-mail to
Steven Schweitzer Academic Dean Bethany Theological Seminary 615 National Road West Richmond IN 47374
deansofficebethanyseminaryedu
The Brethren Academy for Ministerial Leadership is a ministry training partnership of Bethany Theological Seminary and the Church of the Brethren Office of Ministry Bethany Theological Seminaryrsquos policy prohibits discrimination in employment opportunities or practices with regard to race gender age disability marital status sexual orientation national or ethnic origin or religion
Dear Brothers and Sisters
Risk Hope the 2017 Annual Conference theme emerges from an Old Testament saga of tragedy and redemption Staring down obstacles and situations very reminiscent of our 21st century challenges our ancestors in faith made mistakes suffered consequences and endured darkness but in the midst of it all they found their footing in their identity story and ultimately welcomed Gods powerful presence in their midst The second Bible study based on this theme appeared in Newsline and is posted on the Annual Conference website wwwbrethrenorgacBiblestudy
Feel free to reference it yourself or share it with brothers and sisters in your congregation as we all
wrestle with the challenges of being both the Chosen of God and the Servants of God in the midst
of a troubled world
Blessings to you in Christ Carol Scheppard
2017 Annual Conference Moderator
Annual Conference exists to unite strengthen and equip the Church of the Brethren to follow Jesus
Western Pennsylvania District Highlights
December 2016January 2017 page 8
Denominational News go to wwwbrethrenorg for the most complete and up to date news from the Church of the Brethren
Global Mission Updates
Global Mission Prayer Guide
Dominican Republic
Pray for Global Mission workers Nicole and Jason Hoover as they and their children Ethan and Miriam move to the Dominican Republic this week Nicole and Jason will be serving with Iglesia de los Hermanos the Dominican Church of the Brethren Pray for Godrsquos peace in this time of transition and settling in Pray for the Spiritrsquos guiding in making connections and building relationships
Vietnam
Pray for Global Mission volunteer Grace Mishler and her work as a case manager for poor Vietnamese families needing access to eye care for their vision-impaired children Blind or visually-impaired people face stigma in Vietnam and there is a shortage of doctors with up-to-date training and equipment Grace has networked with service providers in Vietnam especially the American Eye Center and has spread stories and raised funds with Church of the Brethren congregations and individuals to help enable these families to receive the care they need
Pray for the Thien An Blind School in Ho Chi Minh City as it goes through
transitions in leadership Global Mission worker Grace Mishler partners with this school for poor children with blindness
In addition to standard education subjects the school teaches Braille and
provides mobility and vocational training Pray for the schoolrsquos headmas-
ter who faces potential eye removal sur-gery due to excruciating pain
India
Pray for the Gospel Convention and Peace Festival of the Church of North India (CNI) to be held on Nov 8 hosted by the Diocese of Gujarat Officials expect more than 50000 people to attend from various CNI dioceses Pray for Silvans Christian bishop of Gujarat Diocese and other leaders working to organize this first event of its kind Pray that the event may strengthen and spread CNIrsquos heritage of peace witness
Students at the Thien An Blind School prepare for a vocal musical concert joined by Grace Mishler (middle row left) Photo by Xuan Nguyen
A preschooler receives care at the American Eye Center in Ho Chi Minh City following a misdiagnosis at a previous facility Photo by Grace Mishler
Western Pennsylvania District Highlights
December 2016January 2017 page 9
Global Mission Updates Denominational News go to wwwbrethrenorg for the most complete and up to date news from the Church of the Brethren
Global Mission Prayer Guide
United States
Pray for the Death Row Support Project (DRSP) a Church of the Brethren ministry that connects death row inmates with pen pals A person confined to death row often spends up to 23 hours each day alone in a small cell DRSP helps remind participants of Godrsquos love for everyone by bringing a small level of connection to the inmatesrsquo extreme isolation and by helping those on the outside to dispel fear and stereotypes Give thanks for the increased interest and participation in the program Pray that the Death Row Support Project and its volunteers can help in the effort to abolish the death penalty in the United States
Pray for the Brethren Disaster Ministries (BDM) rebuilding project near Columbia SC which is continuing recovery efforts following the October 2015 flooding and picking up where the ecumenical Disaster Recovery Support Initiative left off Pray for the health and safety of the rebuild volunteers Pray for the many South Carolinians affected by the flooding who are still rebuilding their lives
South Sudan
Pray for the great need in South Sudan A World Food Program representative stated that a third of South Sudans population up to four million people is severely food insecure Additionally accord-ing to the United Nations an average of 3500 people flee the country each day trying to escape the ongoing violent conflict Instability in the UNs peacekeeping efforts have further increased the countrys challenges Pray for all those who work for peace in South Sudan especially Global Mission worker Athanasus Ungang
Venezuela
Pray for a gathering of pastors interested in the emerging Brethren group in Venezuela Approxi-mately 400 pastors and leaders are expected to meet in the city of Valle la Pascua Alexandre Gon-ccedilalves a pastor with Igreja da Irmandade-Brasil (Church of the Brethren in Brazil) will provide lead-ership as the group continues to learn about and discuss Church of the Brethren theology and prac-tice
North Korea
Pray for traveling mercies for Global Mission workers Linda and Robert Shank as they return home from another semester at Pyongyang University of Science and Technology Give thanks for the Shanks continued opportunity to serve as teachers and dean of agriculture at this school for North Koreas future leaders
Western Pennsylvania District Highlights
December 2016January 2017 page 10
Global Mission Updates
Global Mission Prayer Guide
Denominational News go to wwwbrethrenorg for the most complete and up to date news from the Church of the Brethren
Haiti
Give thanks for the initial distributions of food and supplies to Hurricane Matthew survivors provided by Eglise des Freres drsquoHaiti (the Church of the Brethren in Haiti) and funded by an Emergency Disaster Fund grant Approximately 660 families have been served in communities of Bomba-dopolis Savanette Jeremie Bois Leger and Les Cayes Distributed items include clothing tarps matches candles bleach toothbrushes and food including canned chicken provided by Southern Pennsylvania and Mid-Atlantic Districts of the Church of the Brethren Pray for the travels of Roy Winter associate executive director of Global Mission and Service and Brethren Disaster Ministries and Jeff Boshart manager of the Global Food Initiative as they meet with Haitian Brethren leaders to develop further plans for rebuilding and recovery
Nigeria
Praise God for the first church building initiative in recent years that brings together members from the Church of the Brethren in the United States and the Church of the Brethren in Nigeria (EYN - Ekklesiyar Yanuwa a Nigeria) The church is being built for EYN families who have been displaced due to violence Pray for health and safety Pray that all participants be renewed by this time of joint service and solidarity Pray for enthusiasm and generosity toward future Nigeria workcamps
Leaders from Eglise des Freres drsquoHaiti visit the community of Bombadopolis to distribute supplies to hurricane victims Photo by Ilexene Alphonse
Leaders from Eglise des Freres drsquoHaiti visit tAfter a worship service of welcome and praise participants begin work on church construction leveling the floor and pouring the foundation Photo by Jay Wittmeyer
2017 District Womenrsquos Spring Event
Women of God ndash Joy in the Journey
ldquoTherefore my heart is gladhelliphelliprdquo Psalm 169
The District Womenrsquos Ministries are so excited to share with you
that we will be sponsoring a fabulous Womenrsquos Retreat on
Friday May 5 2017 through Saturday May 6 2017
Come share in the Joy of our Lord through stories inspiration good music
laughter prayer good food the beauty of the land and some well-deserved rest
The Retreat will be held at Camp Harmony this year Most of our lodging will be
at the Harmony House You will be pleased with its transformation All bedding
will be provided except for the pillow for your head (Please bring your favorite
pillow with you)
We would also like you to bring a music box with you if you can Wersquod like to
hear the story behind it
Registration will begin on Friday from 400pm till 600pm
Dinner will be served around 630
Donrsquot -worry there will be time for pampering We are planning to have a
Message Therapist an Essential Oil Therapist and a station for nails and toes
Ladies ndash Pack your bags and prepare for a relaxing getaway Yoursquoll grow closer to
friends deepen your relationship with Jesus and be pampered as well
Join the ldquoJoy in the Journeyrdquo
The cost of the retreat will be $9500 each This will cover all meals and snacks
entertainment gifts refreshments and comfortable lodging We ask that you pay
$5000 with your registration That will be due on February 14th The other $4500
should be paid before April 5th Each person should fill out a registration slip
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2017 District Womenrsquos Spring Event
Women of God ndash Joy in the Journey
Registration Form ndash one form per person
Church ___________________________________________________________
Name _____________________________________________________________
Address ___________________________________________________________
City ____________________________________ State __________ Zip ______
Email _____________________________________________________________
Cost $9500 for 2 day retreat ndash includes meals lodging and all the fun
Deposit $5000 due by February 14 2017
Remaining Balance $4500 due before April 15 2017
Please send Registration Forms and fees to
Pastor Judy Walker 425 Morningside Avenue Jeannette PA 15644-1954
2017 Work Schedule
Please review the 2017 work schedule below and consider giving a day or a week
out of your busy schedules toward this very rewarding worthwhile ministry
Contact your church coordinator or Herb Ewald at hjewaldatlanticbbnet
or (814) 539-8530 as soon as possible to volunteer
Thank you
Day Trips Week Trips
XXXXXXXXXXX March 26 ndash April 1 Project 2 XXXXXXXXXXX with Virlina District
Thursday April 6 July 9 - 15 S Carolina Tuesday April 18 with Beaver Creek Mid - Atlantic
Thursday June 8 September 3 - 9 Project 2 Tuesday June 27 with Brownsville Mid - Atlantic Thursday August 10 October 1 - 7 S Carolina Tuesday August 29 with (open) Thursday October 12 Tuesday October 24 All week long trip locations will be Thursday December 7 announced as info becomes available Tuesday December 19
Brethren Home
Community Windber
December 2016 ndash January 2017
Pastor linda reininger to retire on December 29
Home Chaplain Linda Reininger will retire on December 29 Pastor Linda and her
husband Jim have spent the last five years in pastoral service to our residents We
thank her for her dedicated service and wish her a blessed retirement filled with many
happy hours with her family
CPR mannequins purchased by Home Auxiliary
The Home Auxiliary and members of the nursing department have partnered to make
required cardio-pulmonary resuscitation classes available for our staff The Auxiliary
purchased a set of cardio pulmonary resuscitation mannequins and instructional tapes
to be used in CPR classes Mrs Nancy Donati RN and Mrs Jeri Lynn Felski RN
became certified CPR instructors through the American Heart Association With the
purchase of the mannequins and instructional tapes along with onsite instructors
classes can be scheduled at our staffrsquos convenience with no additional costs
Auxiliary officers installed At the November meeting Pastor Ron
St Clair installed these Home Auxiliary officers for 2017 President Arbutus Eash Vice
President Donna Ramer Corresponding Secretary Janet Fisher Recording Secretary
Connie Berkebile Treasurer April Mackell Assistant Treasurer Marilyn Manotti At
the meeting the Auxiliary also made these purchases for the Home six infection control
supply cabinets renovations for one resident room piano tuning and knife sharpeners
for a total of just over $3000 As always the Home is tremendously grateful for the
officers who dedicate themselves to the work of the Auxiliary and the generous gifts the
Auxiliary makes available for our residents
Jigsaw PUZZLES and puzzle BOARDs donated The family of
Mrs Janet Korber made a gift of three revolving jigsaw puzzle boards and more than
twenty puzzles to the Home in memory of their mother The family worked with the
activities department to make the gift one that would be enjoyed by Mrs Korberrsquos
friends and many future residents With the onset of winter weather the puzzles and
boards will be an especially welcome pastime
Ipad purchased with community foundation
grant Our Home has received a $500 grant from the iPACP fund administered
by the Community Foundation for the Alleghenies The grant money was used to
purchase an IPad to be used by residents with neurological disorders that limit their
communication skills Interchangeable applications for the iPad will allow these
residents to communicate in writing or through the use of icons according to evolving
therapy needs
QUALITY NURSING DIRECTOR EARNS CERTIFICATION
Mrs Amanda Snyder RN BSN PCHA has completed the requirements to become a
Certified Nursing Director in Long Term Care The certification is awarded by the
American Society for Long Term Care Nurses Mrs Snyder is the Quality Nursing
Director at the Home responsible for maintaining state standards of care and providing
in service education
Activities for daily living suite added Activities for Daily
Living (ADL) is a program designed to complement our therapy services Using the
skills reclaimed through physical and occupational therapy and applying them to real
life situations ADL prepares our residents for their return to independent living The
opportunity to master actual life skills under the supervision of a therapist raises the
residentsrsquo confidence and increases their success rate To facilitate the program the
Home is constructing an ADL suite It will be located next to the basement chapel and
contain a full working kitchen bathroom bedroom and living area
Breast cancer awareness activities The Home staff once again
took part in October breast cancer awareness month activities Dress down days
cookie sales bracelet sales and participation in breast cancer walksruns led to a
donation of $307 made to the Joyce Murtha Breast Care Center in Windber
ldquoMay you have the gladness of Christmas which is hope
The spirit of Christmas which is peace
And the heart of Christmas which is loverdquo
Blessed Christmas and Happy New Year
From the BHCW residents staff and general board
Brethren Home Community Windber
Tree of Stars 2016 Please help us decorate the
Christmas Tree of Stars
in this 33rd year of our program Your donation will not only honor or memorialize a loved one or friend it will help our Home to provide our residents benevolent care The names of those persons being remembered will be displayed on the Christmas Tree in the Circle Lounge and
published in our newsletter
Please return the bottom portion with your
contribution to
- -- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Christmas Tree of Stars 2016
Please hang a Star in Memory of _______________________________________
OR
Please hang an Ornament in Honor of ____________________________________
Donated By _______________________________________ Amount_______________
Address _________________________________________
__________________________________________
Church of the Brethren Home 227 Hoffman Avenue Windber PA 15963 Attn Tree of Stars
Mail completed registration form and payment for Leviticus to
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center
One Alpha DriveElizabethtown PA 17022
Make checks payable to SVMC
Questions Contact us at717-361-1450
svmcetownedu
REG ISTRATION FORM
Name
Address
PhoneE-mail
Congregation District
Where did you hear about this event
Other dietary restrictionsMeat or vegetarian lunch
Ten Plus Reasons to Love Leviticus
BOB NEFF Keynote Speaker
Other speakersChristina Bucher (sexuality in Leviticus from different faith perspectives)
David Leiter (social justice and Leviticus)Frank Ramirez (the Brethren and Leviticus 19)
Brody Rike (atonement and orientation to God)
Leviticus is a book for our time Leviticus challenges us to lives of integrity seven days a week by respecting our elders and the marginalized resolving our feelings and disputes with our neighbor protecting the rights of the alien addressing economic and social inequity care for the environment the appropriate preparation of food and its consumption living from the perspective of the Holy One This study unlike most book investigations will not follow chapter by chapter but will begin in the center of the book with chapter 19 and the directive ldquoYou shall be holy as I am Holyrdquo Leviticus invites us to lead a holy life that is strikingly relevant to our lives today
Cost $60 (includes light breakfast lunch and 06 CEUs)
Registration due to SVMC by April 10 2017
S u s q u e h a n n a V a l l e y M i n i s t r y C e n t e rContinuing Education Series
ELIZABETHTOWN COLLEGE bull Susquehanna Room
APRIL 24 2017900 am - 400 pm (Registration at 830)
Bob Neff is an Old Testament scholar President Emeritus of Juniata College and former General Secretary of the Church of the Brethren
Understanding Our American
Muslim Neighbors
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center Continuing Education Series
Islam is the fastest growing religion in the US and this event is designed to introduce our American Muslim neighbors so that we might begin to love them as Jesus commanded Participants will visit some of our Muslim neighbors at a local mosque The presenter George Pickens has been teaching Islam and Christian witness among Muslims for over 25 years first in Africa where he spent 14 years and currently at Messiah College where he is Professor of Theology and Director of the Program in Peace and Conflict Studies George is actively involved in building positive relations with Muslims in the Capital Region of central Pennsylvania and he is a member of the Mechanicsburg (PA) Church of the Brethren and an ordained minister in the Church of the Brethren
Cost is $5500 (includes light breakfast lunch and 07 CEUrsquos) If 3 or more register from the same congregation cost is $35person If possible please register all from congregation at the same time Registration will cap at 35 participants so please register early
Registration deadline March 10 2017
Mail completed registration form and payment for American Mus1im
Neighbors to
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center
One Alpha DriveElizabethtown PA 17022
Make checks payable to SVMC
Questions Contact us at717-361-1450
REG ISTRATION FORM
Name
Address
PhoneE-mail
Congregation District
Where did you hear about this event
Other dietary restrictionsMeat or vegetarian lunch
Led by George Pickens
March 25 2017 900 am - 500 pm
Mechanicsburg Church of the Brethren
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Mail completed registration form and payment for Art for Worship to
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center
One Alpha DriveElizabethtown PA 17022
Make checks payable to SVMC
Questions
Contact us at717-361-1450
svmcetownedu
REG ISTRATION FORM
NameAre you over 18
Address
PhoneE-mail
Congregation District
Where did you hear about this event
Other dietary restrictionsMeat or vegetarian lunch
Art for WorshipReimaginingReimagining
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center Continuing Education Program presents
March 18 2017Lititz Church of the Brethren900 am - 400 pm
Like the choral anthem the message the prayers and rituals liturgical art enhances the worship experience Each element is meant to awaken us and open our hearts to God The spiritual disciplines that go into sermon writingmdashprayer meditation study and reflectionmdashcan also be used to create liturgical art This kind of art-marking can be called ldquoco-creationrdquo for one creates in partnership with The Creator in a process that is itself an act of worship This workshop will explore fresh possibilities for art in liturgical spaces and lead participants through a process for ldquoco-creatingrdquo art themselves
Cost $65 (includes light breakfast lunch materials fee and 06 CEUs)Registration deadline March 3 2017
Led by Diane BrandtLed by Diane Brandt
ldquoThe Ascending Dancerdquo by Diane Brandt
Diane Brandt is Minister of Visual Arts at St Peterrsquos United Church of Christ in Lancaster PA
Yes
No
A ministry of the Church of the Brethren
1414 Plank Road P O Box 158
Hooversville PA 15936-0158 E-mail harmonycampharmonyorg
httpwwwcampharmonyorg
(814) 798-5885 FAX (814) 798-2225
ldquoThe Church of the Brethren should be absolutely fearless absurdly happy and always
getting into trouble for Jesusrdquo Quote from Dan Westhellip
FUTURE EVENTS
Faith Promise Benefit Dinner ndash December 3 ndash 500 PM ndash Call Camp to register
Alutiig Training ndash December 4 - 16
Childrenrsquos Christmas Party ndash December 10 ndash 900 AM - Call the District Office to register
Welcome to Bethlehem ndash December 10 ndash Greenhouse Park
Salix Bethel Youth Retreat ndash January 13 ndash 15
Cub Scout Retreat ndash January 21
Winter Youth Retreats
Junior Retreat ndash Grades 3 ndash 6 ndash January 27 ndash 29 2017
Teen Retreat ndash Grades 7 ndash 12 ndash February 3 ndash 5 2017
HERITAGE LODGE (oldest and last remaining original building at Camp) ROOF
UPDATE
Thank you volunteers for all your help on repairing and getting the roof ready for the metal roof
Camp has contracted with Kaufman Metals to put on the metal which puts the roof under
warranty Also we thank everyone for all the financial donations for the initial stage of the roof
and a congregation for their donation so Camp could contract for placement of the metal When
we all work together ndash all things are possible THANK YOU The roof is scheduled to be
put on the end of November andor the beginning of December
2016 ldquo52 GOD BLESS YOU TEAMrdquo
As more and more families are blessed they contribute $100 a week or $5200 to Camp so that
the ministry can bless others Join the 2016 team The original premise was that if all the families
in the District contributed $52 the mortgage could be eliminated The 2016 Team includes 60
families and congregations who have contributed $3700 Thank you so much for your
donationshelliphellip
Watch for the end of the year Camp Harmony newsletters They will be distributed soon
ldquoInviting all people to experience the wonder of
creation and find harmony with God with nature and
with one another
CAMP HARMONY
2 youth weekends
CampHarmonyorg
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2 Youth Weekends
January 27-29
Junior Retreat - Grades 3-6
February 3-5
Teen Retreat - Grades 7-12
Camper Name_____________________________________
Gender __M __F Birthdate_________ Current Grade ____
Parent or Legal Guardian(s) Names
_______________________________________________
Mailing Address___________________________________
City__________________ State ______ Zip __________
Email Address____________________________________
Home Phone______________________________________
Emergency Phone__________________________________
Special Instructions_______________________________
Is this your first time Camp Harmony ___Yes ___No
Which Retreat are you Registering For
Junior (grades 3-6) Teen (Grades 7-12)
January 27-29 2017 February 3-5 2017
Please complete if your church is paying a portion of the fee
Church name______________________________________
The church will be paying $_____ of the registration fee
Authorized Signature (Required Pastor or Camp Rep)
________________________________________________
In signing this application I grant permission for my child to attend Camp Harmony and for Camp
Harmony to use images (photo video etc) of my child and members of my family in camp publicity
(print ads internet including social networking sites etc) I waive the right to inspect or approve
images for such purposes I also acknowledge that by their very nature outdoor and camping ac-
tivities involve some risk of injury I understand also that although the camp has taken precau-
tions to provide proper supervision instruction training and equipment for each activity it is
impossible for the camp to guarantee absolute safety I further understand that participation in
these activities is voluntary and waive any claim that may arise against the camp andor employees
as a result of participation in the program except for those that are a direct result of gross
negligence of the camp or its employees
______________________________________________________________ Parent or Legal Guardian Signature Date
If you canrsquot wait until next summer to come back to camp
this is the retreat for you During our winter retreats at
Camp Harmony we do many of our favorite activities from
summer including crafts worship games and Bible lessons
Plus wersquoll get to go sledding and play in the snow Each
weekend is designed to strengthen your faith in Christ and
grow in your walk with Him We canrsquot wait to see you at Camp
Harmony
Registration Friday Evening 7-8 pm
Pick up Sunday Afternoon 2 pm
Cost $100 per camper
Things to bring
Bedding money for store amp offering towel amp toiletries
seasonal clothing including extra shoes and socks Bible
All of your FRIENDS
How to Register
Mail your completed registration form (one per camper) and
a $25 non-refundable deposit to
Camp Harmony Winter Retreats
PO Box 158
1414 Plank Road
Hooversville PA 15936
Payments can be made by cash check or credit card We
recommend full prepayment to reduce time in registration
line Registrations received less than one week from be-
ginning of retreat date will be charged a $15 late fee
Have questions or need more information
8147985885
programcampharmonyorg
AVAILABLE SPEAKERS LIST
January 2017 ORDAINED
ABRAHAM FARREL ndash 4315 Seton Dr Pittsburgh 15227-1245 ndash 412-979-0067 BALDEO ISAAC - 4555 Glen Eden Rd Cranberry Twp 16066-3001 -724 452-0923 BAUGHMAN CARL L - 130 Homewood Dr Butler 16001-1960 -724 283-1051 BERKEBILE WES J ndash 4285 State Route 208 New Wilmington 16142 ndash 724-901-7058 BROADWATER KEVIN L - 475 Keystone St Meyersdale 15552-6943 - 814 442-5684 CHRISTNER JAY L ndash 313 N Edgewood Ave Somerset 15501-1355 ndash 814-445-4223 DEFFENBAUGH BARRON K - 207 Churchill St Johnstown 15904 - 814 266-9758 DERR AMELIA ndash 1202 Roberts Street Nanty Glo 15943-1325 ndash 814-749-0262 DERR HORACE - 1202 Roberts Street Nanty Glo 15943-1325 ndash 814-749-0262 EASH JOHN E - 131 Friendship Ln Hollsopple 15935-6732 - 814 629-0206 GREEN GARY ndash 4589 Somerset Pike Hollsopple 15935-8217 ndash 814-479-5096 GREW DOTTIE H - 509 Sherman St Meyersdale 15552-1239 - 814 634-5329 HAY CHARLES R - 1127 E Main St Berlin 15530-1428-814 267-3205 HIRONIMUS BERTHA - 142 Bent Tree Hill Ligonier 15658-3202 -724 238-3984 HOUGHTON JAMES E - 124 Lindberg Ave Johnstown 15905-3019 -814 255-2431 HOUGHTON SALLY M - 124 Lindberg Ave Johnstown 15905-3019 -814 255-2431 KABLER ERIC P - 126 Clermont St Johnstown 15904-2132 - 814 266-2734 KENSINGER JAMES M - 329 Spackman St Seward 15954-3117 - 814 446-1088 LONGWELL ERIC M -240 Plumcreek Rd Shelocta 15774- 724 599-8690 MANGES JOHN W ndash 137 Catskill Ln Johnstown 15904-7523 MARSHALL HOMER H - 369 W Church Ave Masontown 15461-1651 -724 583-7073 MARSHALL PATRICIA M - 369 W Church Ave Masontown 15461-1651 -724 583-7073 MOORE EDWIN E JR - 107 Sabra Court Uniontown 15401-9729 - 724 970-2505 PETERMAN SANDRA M -110 Windy Ridge Ln Apt 3 Shelocta 15774 - 724 354-6026 REININGER LINDA L - 229 Davis St Johnstown 15906-1517 -814 539-1345 RUMMEL DALE E - 6171 Greenville Pike Grampian 15666-1959 -732 319-0099 RUPERT JACK - 409 State St Johnstown 15905-2642 - 814 322-7786 New Day ndash 814 535-8202 SHAFFER JUDITH A - PO Box 319 Donegal 15628-0319 - 724 516-9191 SHAULIS M ERIC- 25 Sixth Ave Meyersdale 15552-1444 -814 634-8740 SMITH A HARRISON -506 Sciandro Dr Greensburg 15601- 724837-4491 STEIN ROBERT R - PO Box 375 Chalk Hill 15421-0375 - 724 438-2226 SWICK MICHAEL R - 4127 Greenville Rd Meyersdale 15552-8518 -814 634-8158 WALKER JUDY M -425 Morningside Ave Jeannette 15644 - 724 522-5260 WALKER LARRY E - 425 Morningside Ave Jeannette 15644 - 724 522-5260 WHIPPLE CHARLES D - 317 Wyoming St Greensburg 15601-3947 -724 600-6332 WESTLAKE ELVA JEAN -436 Pony Farm Rd Kittanning 16201-4639-724 548-4901 WILLOUGHBY CAROLYN S-207 Churchill St Johnstown 15904-814 266-9758 YOUNG FRANK P ndash 105 Old Hickory Lane Johnston 15905-3377 ndash 814-418-5930
LICENSED
DERCK JOY E - 3089 Dutch Run Rd Shelocta 15774-2224 - 724 354-3386 DERMER JOANN - 3062 Hyndman Rd Hyndman 15545 - 814 842-6489 HILER GARY W - 228 Baltzer Bridge Rd Friedens 15541-6320 - 814 267-6722 ISHMAN DANIEL R - 116 Todd Rd Freeport 16229 - 724 540-5214 MARSZALEK CHERYL A - 409 Herman Ave Wilmerding 15148-1206 - 412 551-6422 SHAFFER ABBY R -(office) 115 Spring Rd Hollsopple 15935-7412 - 814 479-2181 YOST ERIC W ndash 1009 First Street Windber PA 15963 ndash 814-467-0882
LAY SPEAKER RAMER DONNA L -102 Franklin Dr Greensburg 15601-1305-724 836-0594
Thanks very much for keeping the reports coming in The NEW Form B that comes from the Yearbook Office in Elgin and updates contact information about your congregationrsquos board or leadership team chair the treasurer a deacon contact and a number of other contact persons will be coming to congregations and contact persons soon Please be sure to review the material provided on Form B and make updates as they are needed Complete addresses and phone numbers are appreciated as well as email addresses if they are available The Additional Officers
Form for 2016 will be sent from the District Office soon
In addition the Congregational Outreach Form for 20162017 has been sent from the COB Stewardship Office and is due by December 1 2016 If you have a question you will need to contact the Stewardship Office at 800-323-8039 ext 361 A downloadable version of the form as well as a new fillable option is also available at wwwbrethrenorgstewardship Feel free to use that option in order to switch to paperless reporting
The forms listed below were received in the District Office as of November 20 ALL of these informational forms are important to both the district and the denomination The updated forms are sent to Elgin and they provide a copy for the District Office If you have a question about a form please donrsquot hesitate to contact Tina at 814 479-2181 or toll free 1-866-279-2181 Your prompt attention to this task will be appreciated Thanks
Church Code
Church Name
Form A
Form B
2015 Statistical Report
Additional Officers
Self-Allocation
37-010 Arbutus
37-015 Beachdale
37-020 Bear Run
37-030 Berkey
37-050 Bethel
37-060 Brothersvalley
37-068 Canaan
37-070 Center
37-080 Center Hill
37-090 Conemaugh
37-100 Connellsville
37-110 County Line
37-130 Elbethel
37-140 Erie Community United
37-150 Fairchance
37-160 Fair View
37-170 Farmington Bethel
37-190 Geiger
37-195 Good Samaritan
37-200 Greensburg
37-210 Greenville
37-220 Hooversville
37-230 Hostetler
37-240 Hyndman
37-250 Indiana
37-310 Ligonier First
37-320 Locust Grove
37-340 Maple Glen
37-350 Maple Grove
37-360 Maple Spring
37-380 Meyersdale
37-390 Middlecreek
37-400 Monroeville
37-410 Montgomery
Church Code
Church Name
Form A
Form B
2015 Statistical Report
Additional Officers
Self-Allocation
37-260 Morrellville
37-420 Mount Joy
37-430 Mount Pleasant
37-270 Moxham
37-440 Nanty Glo
37-450 Natrona Heights
37-460 Oakdale
37-470 Penn Run
37-475 Pike Run
37-480 Pleasant Hill
37-500 Plumcreek
37-505 Purchase Line
37-508 Rayman
37-510 Robinson
37-520 Rockton
37-530 Rockwood
37-280 Roxbury
37-540 Rummel
37-550 Salisbury
37-560 Scalp Level
37-570 Shade CreekRidge
37-580 Sipesville
37-590 Somerset
37-620 Ten Mile
37-630 Tire Hill
37-635 Union Chapel
37-640 Uniontown
37-290 Walnut Grove
37-645 Way of Hope
37-300 Westmont
37-650 Windber
37-660 Wooddale
2016 District Events and Meetings
This calendar will be updated as we receive dates from your groups please send your important dates to the District Office
ASAP to insure they will be on the District Calendar Thank you EVENTS ARE CODED AS
District Events open for anyone in the District to attend - CAPS Meetings such as District Leadership Team Camp Board Home Trustees and events beyond the District - small print Youth and Childrenrsquos Activities -ITALICS amp CAPS
SUGGESTIONS FOR USE KEEP FOR REFERENCE WHEN SETTING LOCAL CHURCH DATES Each month check this page in District HIGHLIGHTS for changesadditions Keep your calendar updated
DECEMBER 2016
4 - SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT
10 - CHILDRENrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY ndash Camp Harmony ndash more information to come
11 - THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT
18 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT
19 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
25 - MERRY CHIRSTMAS
26 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
31 - NEW YEARrsquoS EVE
2017 District Events and Meetings
This calendar will be updated as we receive dates from your groups please send your important dates to the District Office
ASAP to insure they will be on the District Calendar Thank you EVENTS ARE CODED AS
District Events open for anyone in the District to attend - CAPS Meetings such as District Leadership Team Camp Board Home Trustees and events beyond the District - small print Youth and Childrenrsquos Activities - ITALICS amp CAPS
SUGGESTIONS FOR USE KEEP FOR REFERENCE WHEN SETTING LOCAL CHURCH DATES Each month check this page in District HIGHLIGHTS for changesadditions Keep your calendar updated
JANUARY 2017
1 - HAPPY NEW YEAR
8 - EPIPHANY
18-25 - WEEK OF PRAYER FOR CHRISTIAN UNITY
30 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
FEBRUARY 2017
9 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
18 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
20 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
MARCH 2017
1 - ASH WEDNESDAY
3 - WORLD DAY OF PRAYER
5 - FIRST SUNDAY OF LENT
12 - DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME BEGINS (Turn clocks AHEAD one hour)
12 - SECOND SUNDAY OF LENT
19 - THIRD SUNDAY OF LENT
20 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
26 - ONE GREAT HOUR OF SHARING
26 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF LENT
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
APRIL 2017
2 - FIFTH SUNDAY OF LENT
9 - PALM SUNDAY
13 - MAUNDY THURSDAY
14 - GOOD FRIDAY
16 - ALLELUIA CHRIST IS RISEN
17 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
22 - Earth Day
24 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
MAY 2017
4 - NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER
7 - NATIONAL YOUTH SUNDAY
5-6 - District Womenrsquos Retreat ndash Camp Harmony
11 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
14 - HAPPY MOTHERrsquoS DAY
20 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
22 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
25 - ASCENSION DAY
29 - MEMORIAL DAY
29 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
JUNE 2017
4 - HAPPY BIRTHDAY CHURCH (Pentecost Sunday)
4 - Annual Conference Briefing Geiger COB
18 - HAPPY FATHERrsquoS DAY
19 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
26 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
28 -ANNUAL CONFERENCE (begins) Grand Rapids Michigan
JULY 2017
2 - ANNUAL CONFERENCE (concludes) Greensboro North Carolina
4 - INDEPENDENCE DAY
20 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm - Beachley Residence (District Conference Business)
24 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
28 - District Leadership Team 6 pm Arbutus Church (District Conference Business)
31 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
AUGUST 2017
21 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
28 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
SEPTEMBER 2017
4 - LABOR DAY
14 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
16 - CAMP HARMONY FESTIVAL
18 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
21 - DAY OF PRAYER FOR PEACE
23 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
25 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
OCTOBER 2017
1 - WORLD COMMUNION SUNDAY
21 - District Conference 9 am Camp Harmony
23 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
30 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
NOVEMBER 2017
4 - ELEVENTH ANNUAL DISTRICT AUCTION 9 am Camp Harmony
5 - DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME ENDS (Turn clocks BACK one hour)
9 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
18 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
20 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
23 - HAPPY THANKSGIVING
26 - FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
DECEMBER 2017
3 - SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT
9 - CHILDRENrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY ndash Camp Harmony ndash more information to come
10 - THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT
17 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT
18 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
25 - MERRY CHIRSTMAS
- Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
31 - NEW YEARrsquoS EVE
PLEASE NOTE Dates will be added or changed as needed If your District group team or committee has additions or changes to this calendar please contact the District Office as soon as possible Your help is much appreciated
Western Pennsylvania District Highlights
December 2016January 2017 page 6
District News
Events at the Penn Run Christian Outreach Center
(located directly across the street from the Penn Run Church of the Brethren)
PA Dutch Buffet - 400 pm - 700 pm
Saturday December 3 2016 Saturday January 7 2017
Saturday February 4 2017 Saturday March 4 2017 Saturday April 1 2017 Saturday May 6 2017
Starting in November the buffet will be a Pasta
Buffet and we alternate each month Same time and same place
Call the church office at 724-463-0420 for more information
Special Thanks
A special thanks to all who supported the District Auction that
was held at Camp Harmony on November 5 2016 with their
prayers donations and purchases Another special thanks to all the
volunteers who helped in any way before and on the day of the
auction We pray Godrsquos richest blessings on each one who helped
to make this day a success The total receipts received from
the District Auction were $961850
After expenses we honored our commitment to send 10 percent of our profit to the Nigerian Crisis Fund which amounted to $66500 That provides $599698 available for District Ministry Camp Scholarships will be given to first place and second place churches that raised the most funds Maple Spring took first place raising $177450 Pleasant Hill took second place raising $82600 Camp again provided us with a delicious breakfast and lunch $80000 was raised for camp A special thanks to everyone at Camp Harmony for their hospitality in all areas as we prepared for the auction
Western Pennsylvania District Highlights
December 2016January 2017 page 7
Please continue to pray for the situation in Nigeria
Remember them daily as we all pray for peace to come to that
devastated region
Visit wwwbrethrenorg for more information
Denominational News go to wwwbrethrenorg for the most complete and up to date news from the Church of the Brethren
Job Openings I f you are interested in job opportunities through the Church of the Brethren open positions can be found at httpwwwbrethrenorgaboutemploymenthtml
The Brethren Academy for Ministerial Leadership will offer
the Healthy Boundaries 101--Basic Level Ethics in Ministry Relations
Training via webcast on Saturday January 7 2017
from 1000 am to 400 pm (Eastern time) This session is for
ministry training students and newly licensed or ordained clergy who have not had the training
Academy executive director Julie M Hostetter will lead the training Read the full story at
wwwbrethrenorgnews2016healthy-boundaries-101-traininghtml
Brethren Academy Job Opening
Bethany Theological Seminary and the Office of Ministry of the Church of the Brethren seek to fill the full-time position Executive Director of the Brethren Academy for Ministerial Leadership The primary functions of the position are to oversee certificate programs in ministry education continuing education for ministers and educational events focused on leadership development in the Church of the Brethren Interested candidates should possess the following qualifications and abilities - Five years of effective leadership in pastoral ministry - Ordination and active membership in the Church of the Brethren - Master of divinity degree - A record of regular continuing education experiences - Residence in Richmond Indiana or the surrounding area A complete job description is available on the Bethany Seminary website The application deadline is December 1 2016 Interviews will immediately follow with the position to be filled by January 31 2017 Interested candidates should send their resumes by postal mail or e-mail to
Steven Schweitzer Academic Dean Bethany Theological Seminary 615 National Road West Richmond IN 47374
deansofficebethanyseminaryedu
The Brethren Academy for Ministerial Leadership is a ministry training partnership of Bethany Theological Seminary and the Church of the Brethren Office of Ministry Bethany Theological Seminaryrsquos policy prohibits discrimination in employment opportunities or practices with regard to race gender age disability marital status sexual orientation national or ethnic origin or religion
Dear Brothers and Sisters
Risk Hope the 2017 Annual Conference theme emerges from an Old Testament saga of tragedy and redemption Staring down obstacles and situations very reminiscent of our 21st century challenges our ancestors in faith made mistakes suffered consequences and endured darkness but in the midst of it all they found their footing in their identity story and ultimately welcomed Gods powerful presence in their midst The second Bible study based on this theme appeared in Newsline and is posted on the Annual Conference website wwwbrethrenorgacBiblestudy
Feel free to reference it yourself or share it with brothers and sisters in your congregation as we all
wrestle with the challenges of being both the Chosen of God and the Servants of God in the midst
of a troubled world
Blessings to you in Christ Carol Scheppard
2017 Annual Conference Moderator
Annual Conference exists to unite strengthen and equip the Church of the Brethren to follow Jesus
Western Pennsylvania District Highlights
December 2016January 2017 page 8
Denominational News go to wwwbrethrenorg for the most complete and up to date news from the Church of the Brethren
Global Mission Updates
Global Mission Prayer Guide
Dominican Republic
Pray for Global Mission workers Nicole and Jason Hoover as they and their children Ethan and Miriam move to the Dominican Republic this week Nicole and Jason will be serving with Iglesia de los Hermanos the Dominican Church of the Brethren Pray for Godrsquos peace in this time of transition and settling in Pray for the Spiritrsquos guiding in making connections and building relationships
Vietnam
Pray for Global Mission volunteer Grace Mishler and her work as a case manager for poor Vietnamese families needing access to eye care for their vision-impaired children Blind or visually-impaired people face stigma in Vietnam and there is a shortage of doctors with up-to-date training and equipment Grace has networked with service providers in Vietnam especially the American Eye Center and has spread stories and raised funds with Church of the Brethren congregations and individuals to help enable these families to receive the care they need
Pray for the Thien An Blind School in Ho Chi Minh City as it goes through
transitions in leadership Global Mission worker Grace Mishler partners with this school for poor children with blindness
In addition to standard education subjects the school teaches Braille and
provides mobility and vocational training Pray for the schoolrsquos headmas-
ter who faces potential eye removal sur-gery due to excruciating pain
India
Pray for the Gospel Convention and Peace Festival of the Church of North India (CNI) to be held on Nov 8 hosted by the Diocese of Gujarat Officials expect more than 50000 people to attend from various CNI dioceses Pray for Silvans Christian bishop of Gujarat Diocese and other leaders working to organize this first event of its kind Pray that the event may strengthen and spread CNIrsquos heritage of peace witness
Students at the Thien An Blind School prepare for a vocal musical concert joined by Grace Mishler (middle row left) Photo by Xuan Nguyen
A preschooler receives care at the American Eye Center in Ho Chi Minh City following a misdiagnosis at a previous facility Photo by Grace Mishler
Western Pennsylvania District Highlights
December 2016January 2017 page 9
Global Mission Updates Denominational News go to wwwbrethrenorg for the most complete and up to date news from the Church of the Brethren
Global Mission Prayer Guide
United States
Pray for the Death Row Support Project (DRSP) a Church of the Brethren ministry that connects death row inmates with pen pals A person confined to death row often spends up to 23 hours each day alone in a small cell DRSP helps remind participants of Godrsquos love for everyone by bringing a small level of connection to the inmatesrsquo extreme isolation and by helping those on the outside to dispel fear and stereotypes Give thanks for the increased interest and participation in the program Pray that the Death Row Support Project and its volunteers can help in the effort to abolish the death penalty in the United States
Pray for the Brethren Disaster Ministries (BDM) rebuilding project near Columbia SC which is continuing recovery efforts following the October 2015 flooding and picking up where the ecumenical Disaster Recovery Support Initiative left off Pray for the health and safety of the rebuild volunteers Pray for the many South Carolinians affected by the flooding who are still rebuilding their lives
South Sudan
Pray for the great need in South Sudan A World Food Program representative stated that a third of South Sudans population up to four million people is severely food insecure Additionally accord-ing to the United Nations an average of 3500 people flee the country each day trying to escape the ongoing violent conflict Instability in the UNs peacekeeping efforts have further increased the countrys challenges Pray for all those who work for peace in South Sudan especially Global Mission worker Athanasus Ungang
Venezuela
Pray for a gathering of pastors interested in the emerging Brethren group in Venezuela Approxi-mately 400 pastors and leaders are expected to meet in the city of Valle la Pascua Alexandre Gon-ccedilalves a pastor with Igreja da Irmandade-Brasil (Church of the Brethren in Brazil) will provide lead-ership as the group continues to learn about and discuss Church of the Brethren theology and prac-tice
North Korea
Pray for traveling mercies for Global Mission workers Linda and Robert Shank as they return home from another semester at Pyongyang University of Science and Technology Give thanks for the Shanks continued opportunity to serve as teachers and dean of agriculture at this school for North Koreas future leaders
Western Pennsylvania District Highlights
December 2016January 2017 page 10
Global Mission Updates
Global Mission Prayer Guide
Denominational News go to wwwbrethrenorg for the most complete and up to date news from the Church of the Brethren
Haiti
Give thanks for the initial distributions of food and supplies to Hurricane Matthew survivors provided by Eglise des Freres drsquoHaiti (the Church of the Brethren in Haiti) and funded by an Emergency Disaster Fund grant Approximately 660 families have been served in communities of Bomba-dopolis Savanette Jeremie Bois Leger and Les Cayes Distributed items include clothing tarps matches candles bleach toothbrushes and food including canned chicken provided by Southern Pennsylvania and Mid-Atlantic Districts of the Church of the Brethren Pray for the travels of Roy Winter associate executive director of Global Mission and Service and Brethren Disaster Ministries and Jeff Boshart manager of the Global Food Initiative as they meet with Haitian Brethren leaders to develop further plans for rebuilding and recovery
Nigeria
Praise God for the first church building initiative in recent years that brings together members from the Church of the Brethren in the United States and the Church of the Brethren in Nigeria (EYN - Ekklesiyar Yanuwa a Nigeria) The church is being built for EYN families who have been displaced due to violence Pray for health and safety Pray that all participants be renewed by this time of joint service and solidarity Pray for enthusiasm and generosity toward future Nigeria workcamps
Leaders from Eglise des Freres drsquoHaiti visit the community of Bombadopolis to distribute supplies to hurricane victims Photo by Ilexene Alphonse
Leaders from Eglise des Freres drsquoHaiti visit tAfter a worship service of welcome and praise participants begin work on church construction leveling the floor and pouring the foundation Photo by Jay Wittmeyer
2017 District Womenrsquos Spring Event
Women of God ndash Joy in the Journey
ldquoTherefore my heart is gladhelliphelliprdquo Psalm 169
The District Womenrsquos Ministries are so excited to share with you
that we will be sponsoring a fabulous Womenrsquos Retreat on
Friday May 5 2017 through Saturday May 6 2017
Come share in the Joy of our Lord through stories inspiration good music
laughter prayer good food the beauty of the land and some well-deserved rest
The Retreat will be held at Camp Harmony this year Most of our lodging will be
at the Harmony House You will be pleased with its transformation All bedding
will be provided except for the pillow for your head (Please bring your favorite
pillow with you)
We would also like you to bring a music box with you if you can Wersquod like to
hear the story behind it
Registration will begin on Friday from 400pm till 600pm
Dinner will be served around 630
Donrsquot -worry there will be time for pampering We are planning to have a
Message Therapist an Essential Oil Therapist and a station for nails and toes
Ladies ndash Pack your bags and prepare for a relaxing getaway Yoursquoll grow closer to
friends deepen your relationship with Jesus and be pampered as well
Join the ldquoJoy in the Journeyrdquo
The cost of the retreat will be $9500 each This will cover all meals and snacks
entertainment gifts refreshments and comfortable lodging We ask that you pay
$5000 with your registration That will be due on February 14th The other $4500
should be paid before April 5th Each person should fill out a registration slip
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2017 District Womenrsquos Spring Event
Women of God ndash Joy in the Journey
Registration Form ndash one form per person
Church ___________________________________________________________
Name _____________________________________________________________
Address ___________________________________________________________
City ____________________________________ State __________ Zip ______
Email _____________________________________________________________
Cost $9500 for 2 day retreat ndash includes meals lodging and all the fun
Deposit $5000 due by February 14 2017
Remaining Balance $4500 due before April 15 2017
Please send Registration Forms and fees to
Pastor Judy Walker 425 Morningside Avenue Jeannette PA 15644-1954
2017 Work Schedule
Please review the 2017 work schedule below and consider giving a day or a week
out of your busy schedules toward this very rewarding worthwhile ministry
Contact your church coordinator or Herb Ewald at hjewaldatlanticbbnet
or (814) 539-8530 as soon as possible to volunteer
Thank you
Day Trips Week Trips
XXXXXXXXXXX March 26 ndash April 1 Project 2 XXXXXXXXXXX with Virlina District
Thursday April 6 July 9 - 15 S Carolina Tuesday April 18 with Beaver Creek Mid - Atlantic
Thursday June 8 September 3 - 9 Project 2 Tuesday June 27 with Brownsville Mid - Atlantic Thursday August 10 October 1 - 7 S Carolina Tuesday August 29 with (open) Thursday October 12 Tuesday October 24 All week long trip locations will be Thursday December 7 announced as info becomes available Tuesday December 19
Brethren Home
Community Windber
December 2016 ndash January 2017
Pastor linda reininger to retire on December 29
Home Chaplain Linda Reininger will retire on December 29 Pastor Linda and her
husband Jim have spent the last five years in pastoral service to our residents We
thank her for her dedicated service and wish her a blessed retirement filled with many
happy hours with her family
CPR mannequins purchased by Home Auxiliary
The Home Auxiliary and members of the nursing department have partnered to make
required cardio-pulmonary resuscitation classes available for our staff The Auxiliary
purchased a set of cardio pulmonary resuscitation mannequins and instructional tapes
to be used in CPR classes Mrs Nancy Donati RN and Mrs Jeri Lynn Felski RN
became certified CPR instructors through the American Heart Association With the
purchase of the mannequins and instructional tapes along with onsite instructors
classes can be scheduled at our staffrsquos convenience with no additional costs
Auxiliary officers installed At the November meeting Pastor Ron
St Clair installed these Home Auxiliary officers for 2017 President Arbutus Eash Vice
President Donna Ramer Corresponding Secretary Janet Fisher Recording Secretary
Connie Berkebile Treasurer April Mackell Assistant Treasurer Marilyn Manotti At
the meeting the Auxiliary also made these purchases for the Home six infection control
supply cabinets renovations for one resident room piano tuning and knife sharpeners
for a total of just over $3000 As always the Home is tremendously grateful for the
officers who dedicate themselves to the work of the Auxiliary and the generous gifts the
Auxiliary makes available for our residents
Jigsaw PUZZLES and puzzle BOARDs donated The family of
Mrs Janet Korber made a gift of three revolving jigsaw puzzle boards and more than
twenty puzzles to the Home in memory of their mother The family worked with the
activities department to make the gift one that would be enjoyed by Mrs Korberrsquos
friends and many future residents With the onset of winter weather the puzzles and
boards will be an especially welcome pastime
Ipad purchased with community foundation
grant Our Home has received a $500 grant from the iPACP fund administered
by the Community Foundation for the Alleghenies The grant money was used to
purchase an IPad to be used by residents with neurological disorders that limit their
communication skills Interchangeable applications for the iPad will allow these
residents to communicate in writing or through the use of icons according to evolving
therapy needs
QUALITY NURSING DIRECTOR EARNS CERTIFICATION
Mrs Amanda Snyder RN BSN PCHA has completed the requirements to become a
Certified Nursing Director in Long Term Care The certification is awarded by the
American Society for Long Term Care Nurses Mrs Snyder is the Quality Nursing
Director at the Home responsible for maintaining state standards of care and providing
in service education
Activities for daily living suite added Activities for Daily
Living (ADL) is a program designed to complement our therapy services Using the
skills reclaimed through physical and occupational therapy and applying them to real
life situations ADL prepares our residents for their return to independent living The
opportunity to master actual life skills under the supervision of a therapist raises the
residentsrsquo confidence and increases their success rate To facilitate the program the
Home is constructing an ADL suite It will be located next to the basement chapel and
contain a full working kitchen bathroom bedroom and living area
Breast cancer awareness activities The Home staff once again
took part in October breast cancer awareness month activities Dress down days
cookie sales bracelet sales and participation in breast cancer walksruns led to a
donation of $307 made to the Joyce Murtha Breast Care Center in Windber
ldquoMay you have the gladness of Christmas which is hope
The spirit of Christmas which is peace
And the heart of Christmas which is loverdquo
Blessed Christmas and Happy New Year
From the BHCW residents staff and general board
Brethren Home Community Windber
Tree of Stars 2016 Please help us decorate the
Christmas Tree of Stars
in this 33rd year of our program Your donation will not only honor or memorialize a loved one or friend it will help our Home to provide our residents benevolent care The names of those persons being remembered will be displayed on the Christmas Tree in the Circle Lounge and
published in our newsletter
Please return the bottom portion with your
contribution to
- -- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Christmas Tree of Stars 2016
Please hang a Star in Memory of _______________________________________
OR
Please hang an Ornament in Honor of ____________________________________
Donated By _______________________________________ Amount_______________
Address _________________________________________
__________________________________________
Church of the Brethren Home 227 Hoffman Avenue Windber PA 15963 Attn Tree of Stars
Mail completed registration form and payment for Leviticus to
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center
One Alpha DriveElizabethtown PA 17022
Make checks payable to SVMC
Questions Contact us at717-361-1450
svmcetownedu
REG ISTRATION FORM
Name
Address
PhoneE-mail
Congregation District
Where did you hear about this event
Other dietary restrictionsMeat or vegetarian lunch
Ten Plus Reasons to Love Leviticus
BOB NEFF Keynote Speaker
Other speakersChristina Bucher (sexuality in Leviticus from different faith perspectives)
David Leiter (social justice and Leviticus)Frank Ramirez (the Brethren and Leviticus 19)
Brody Rike (atonement and orientation to God)
Leviticus is a book for our time Leviticus challenges us to lives of integrity seven days a week by respecting our elders and the marginalized resolving our feelings and disputes with our neighbor protecting the rights of the alien addressing economic and social inequity care for the environment the appropriate preparation of food and its consumption living from the perspective of the Holy One This study unlike most book investigations will not follow chapter by chapter but will begin in the center of the book with chapter 19 and the directive ldquoYou shall be holy as I am Holyrdquo Leviticus invites us to lead a holy life that is strikingly relevant to our lives today
Cost $60 (includes light breakfast lunch and 06 CEUs)
Registration due to SVMC by April 10 2017
S u s q u e h a n n a V a l l e y M i n i s t r y C e n t e rContinuing Education Series
ELIZABETHTOWN COLLEGE bull Susquehanna Room
APRIL 24 2017900 am - 400 pm (Registration at 830)
Bob Neff is an Old Testament scholar President Emeritus of Juniata College and former General Secretary of the Church of the Brethren
Understanding Our American
Muslim Neighbors
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center Continuing Education Series
Islam is the fastest growing religion in the US and this event is designed to introduce our American Muslim neighbors so that we might begin to love them as Jesus commanded Participants will visit some of our Muslim neighbors at a local mosque The presenter George Pickens has been teaching Islam and Christian witness among Muslims for over 25 years first in Africa where he spent 14 years and currently at Messiah College where he is Professor of Theology and Director of the Program in Peace and Conflict Studies George is actively involved in building positive relations with Muslims in the Capital Region of central Pennsylvania and he is a member of the Mechanicsburg (PA) Church of the Brethren and an ordained minister in the Church of the Brethren
Cost is $5500 (includes light breakfast lunch and 07 CEUrsquos) If 3 or more register from the same congregation cost is $35person If possible please register all from congregation at the same time Registration will cap at 35 participants so please register early
Registration deadline March 10 2017
Mail completed registration form and payment for American Mus1im
Neighbors to
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center
One Alpha DriveElizabethtown PA 17022
Make checks payable to SVMC
Questions Contact us at717-361-1450
REG ISTRATION FORM
Name
Address
PhoneE-mail
Congregation District
Where did you hear about this event
Other dietary restrictionsMeat or vegetarian lunch
Led by George Pickens
March 25 2017 900 am - 500 pm
Mechanicsburg Church of the Brethren
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Mail completed registration form and payment for Art for Worship to
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center
One Alpha DriveElizabethtown PA 17022
Make checks payable to SVMC
Questions
Contact us at717-361-1450
svmcetownedu
REG ISTRATION FORM
NameAre you over 18
Address
PhoneE-mail
Congregation District
Where did you hear about this event
Other dietary restrictionsMeat or vegetarian lunch
Art for WorshipReimaginingReimagining
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center Continuing Education Program presents
March 18 2017Lititz Church of the Brethren900 am - 400 pm
Like the choral anthem the message the prayers and rituals liturgical art enhances the worship experience Each element is meant to awaken us and open our hearts to God The spiritual disciplines that go into sermon writingmdashprayer meditation study and reflectionmdashcan also be used to create liturgical art This kind of art-marking can be called ldquoco-creationrdquo for one creates in partnership with The Creator in a process that is itself an act of worship This workshop will explore fresh possibilities for art in liturgical spaces and lead participants through a process for ldquoco-creatingrdquo art themselves
Cost $65 (includes light breakfast lunch materials fee and 06 CEUs)Registration deadline March 3 2017
Led by Diane BrandtLed by Diane Brandt
ldquoThe Ascending Dancerdquo by Diane Brandt
Diane Brandt is Minister of Visual Arts at St Peterrsquos United Church of Christ in Lancaster PA
Yes
No
A ministry of the Church of the Brethren
1414 Plank Road P O Box 158
Hooversville PA 15936-0158 E-mail harmonycampharmonyorg
httpwwwcampharmonyorg
(814) 798-5885 FAX (814) 798-2225
ldquoThe Church of the Brethren should be absolutely fearless absurdly happy and always
getting into trouble for Jesusrdquo Quote from Dan Westhellip
FUTURE EVENTS
Faith Promise Benefit Dinner ndash December 3 ndash 500 PM ndash Call Camp to register
Alutiig Training ndash December 4 - 16
Childrenrsquos Christmas Party ndash December 10 ndash 900 AM - Call the District Office to register
Welcome to Bethlehem ndash December 10 ndash Greenhouse Park
Salix Bethel Youth Retreat ndash January 13 ndash 15
Cub Scout Retreat ndash January 21
Winter Youth Retreats
Junior Retreat ndash Grades 3 ndash 6 ndash January 27 ndash 29 2017
Teen Retreat ndash Grades 7 ndash 12 ndash February 3 ndash 5 2017
HERITAGE LODGE (oldest and last remaining original building at Camp) ROOF
UPDATE
Thank you volunteers for all your help on repairing and getting the roof ready for the metal roof
Camp has contracted with Kaufman Metals to put on the metal which puts the roof under
warranty Also we thank everyone for all the financial donations for the initial stage of the roof
and a congregation for their donation so Camp could contract for placement of the metal When
we all work together ndash all things are possible THANK YOU The roof is scheduled to be
put on the end of November andor the beginning of December
2016 ldquo52 GOD BLESS YOU TEAMrdquo
As more and more families are blessed they contribute $100 a week or $5200 to Camp so that
the ministry can bless others Join the 2016 team The original premise was that if all the families
in the District contributed $52 the mortgage could be eliminated The 2016 Team includes 60
families and congregations who have contributed $3700 Thank you so much for your
donationshelliphellip
Watch for the end of the year Camp Harmony newsletters They will be distributed soon
ldquoInviting all people to experience the wonder of
creation and find harmony with God with nature and
with one another
CAMP HARMONY
2 youth weekends
CampHarmonyorg
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2 Youth Weekends
January 27-29
Junior Retreat - Grades 3-6
February 3-5
Teen Retreat - Grades 7-12
Camper Name_____________________________________
Gender __M __F Birthdate_________ Current Grade ____
Parent or Legal Guardian(s) Names
_______________________________________________
Mailing Address___________________________________
City__________________ State ______ Zip __________
Email Address____________________________________
Home Phone______________________________________
Emergency Phone__________________________________
Special Instructions_______________________________
Is this your first time Camp Harmony ___Yes ___No
Which Retreat are you Registering For
Junior (grades 3-6) Teen (Grades 7-12)
January 27-29 2017 February 3-5 2017
Please complete if your church is paying a portion of the fee
Church name______________________________________
The church will be paying $_____ of the registration fee
Authorized Signature (Required Pastor or Camp Rep)
________________________________________________
In signing this application I grant permission for my child to attend Camp Harmony and for Camp
Harmony to use images (photo video etc) of my child and members of my family in camp publicity
(print ads internet including social networking sites etc) I waive the right to inspect or approve
images for such purposes I also acknowledge that by their very nature outdoor and camping ac-
tivities involve some risk of injury I understand also that although the camp has taken precau-
tions to provide proper supervision instruction training and equipment for each activity it is
impossible for the camp to guarantee absolute safety I further understand that participation in
these activities is voluntary and waive any claim that may arise against the camp andor employees
as a result of participation in the program except for those that are a direct result of gross
negligence of the camp or its employees
______________________________________________________________ Parent or Legal Guardian Signature Date
If you canrsquot wait until next summer to come back to camp
this is the retreat for you During our winter retreats at
Camp Harmony we do many of our favorite activities from
summer including crafts worship games and Bible lessons
Plus wersquoll get to go sledding and play in the snow Each
weekend is designed to strengthen your faith in Christ and
grow in your walk with Him We canrsquot wait to see you at Camp
Harmony
Registration Friday Evening 7-8 pm
Pick up Sunday Afternoon 2 pm
Cost $100 per camper
Things to bring
Bedding money for store amp offering towel amp toiletries
seasonal clothing including extra shoes and socks Bible
All of your FRIENDS
How to Register
Mail your completed registration form (one per camper) and
a $25 non-refundable deposit to
Camp Harmony Winter Retreats
PO Box 158
1414 Plank Road
Hooversville PA 15936
Payments can be made by cash check or credit card We
recommend full prepayment to reduce time in registration
line Registrations received less than one week from be-
ginning of retreat date will be charged a $15 late fee
Have questions or need more information
8147985885
programcampharmonyorg
AVAILABLE SPEAKERS LIST
January 2017 ORDAINED
ABRAHAM FARREL ndash 4315 Seton Dr Pittsburgh 15227-1245 ndash 412-979-0067 BALDEO ISAAC - 4555 Glen Eden Rd Cranberry Twp 16066-3001 -724 452-0923 BAUGHMAN CARL L - 130 Homewood Dr Butler 16001-1960 -724 283-1051 BERKEBILE WES J ndash 4285 State Route 208 New Wilmington 16142 ndash 724-901-7058 BROADWATER KEVIN L - 475 Keystone St Meyersdale 15552-6943 - 814 442-5684 CHRISTNER JAY L ndash 313 N Edgewood Ave Somerset 15501-1355 ndash 814-445-4223 DEFFENBAUGH BARRON K - 207 Churchill St Johnstown 15904 - 814 266-9758 DERR AMELIA ndash 1202 Roberts Street Nanty Glo 15943-1325 ndash 814-749-0262 DERR HORACE - 1202 Roberts Street Nanty Glo 15943-1325 ndash 814-749-0262 EASH JOHN E - 131 Friendship Ln Hollsopple 15935-6732 - 814 629-0206 GREEN GARY ndash 4589 Somerset Pike Hollsopple 15935-8217 ndash 814-479-5096 GREW DOTTIE H - 509 Sherman St Meyersdale 15552-1239 - 814 634-5329 HAY CHARLES R - 1127 E Main St Berlin 15530-1428-814 267-3205 HIRONIMUS BERTHA - 142 Bent Tree Hill Ligonier 15658-3202 -724 238-3984 HOUGHTON JAMES E - 124 Lindberg Ave Johnstown 15905-3019 -814 255-2431 HOUGHTON SALLY M - 124 Lindberg Ave Johnstown 15905-3019 -814 255-2431 KABLER ERIC P - 126 Clermont St Johnstown 15904-2132 - 814 266-2734 KENSINGER JAMES M - 329 Spackman St Seward 15954-3117 - 814 446-1088 LONGWELL ERIC M -240 Plumcreek Rd Shelocta 15774- 724 599-8690 MANGES JOHN W ndash 137 Catskill Ln Johnstown 15904-7523 MARSHALL HOMER H - 369 W Church Ave Masontown 15461-1651 -724 583-7073 MARSHALL PATRICIA M - 369 W Church Ave Masontown 15461-1651 -724 583-7073 MOORE EDWIN E JR - 107 Sabra Court Uniontown 15401-9729 - 724 970-2505 PETERMAN SANDRA M -110 Windy Ridge Ln Apt 3 Shelocta 15774 - 724 354-6026 REININGER LINDA L - 229 Davis St Johnstown 15906-1517 -814 539-1345 RUMMEL DALE E - 6171 Greenville Pike Grampian 15666-1959 -732 319-0099 RUPERT JACK - 409 State St Johnstown 15905-2642 - 814 322-7786 New Day ndash 814 535-8202 SHAFFER JUDITH A - PO Box 319 Donegal 15628-0319 - 724 516-9191 SHAULIS M ERIC- 25 Sixth Ave Meyersdale 15552-1444 -814 634-8740 SMITH A HARRISON -506 Sciandro Dr Greensburg 15601- 724837-4491 STEIN ROBERT R - PO Box 375 Chalk Hill 15421-0375 - 724 438-2226 SWICK MICHAEL R - 4127 Greenville Rd Meyersdale 15552-8518 -814 634-8158 WALKER JUDY M -425 Morningside Ave Jeannette 15644 - 724 522-5260 WALKER LARRY E - 425 Morningside Ave Jeannette 15644 - 724 522-5260 WHIPPLE CHARLES D - 317 Wyoming St Greensburg 15601-3947 -724 600-6332 WESTLAKE ELVA JEAN -436 Pony Farm Rd Kittanning 16201-4639-724 548-4901 WILLOUGHBY CAROLYN S-207 Churchill St Johnstown 15904-814 266-9758 YOUNG FRANK P ndash 105 Old Hickory Lane Johnston 15905-3377 ndash 814-418-5930
LICENSED
DERCK JOY E - 3089 Dutch Run Rd Shelocta 15774-2224 - 724 354-3386 DERMER JOANN - 3062 Hyndman Rd Hyndman 15545 - 814 842-6489 HILER GARY W - 228 Baltzer Bridge Rd Friedens 15541-6320 - 814 267-6722 ISHMAN DANIEL R - 116 Todd Rd Freeport 16229 - 724 540-5214 MARSZALEK CHERYL A - 409 Herman Ave Wilmerding 15148-1206 - 412 551-6422 SHAFFER ABBY R -(office) 115 Spring Rd Hollsopple 15935-7412 - 814 479-2181 YOST ERIC W ndash 1009 First Street Windber PA 15963 ndash 814-467-0882
LAY SPEAKER RAMER DONNA L -102 Franklin Dr Greensburg 15601-1305-724 836-0594
Thanks very much for keeping the reports coming in The NEW Form B that comes from the Yearbook Office in Elgin and updates contact information about your congregationrsquos board or leadership team chair the treasurer a deacon contact and a number of other contact persons will be coming to congregations and contact persons soon Please be sure to review the material provided on Form B and make updates as they are needed Complete addresses and phone numbers are appreciated as well as email addresses if they are available The Additional Officers
Form for 2016 will be sent from the District Office soon
In addition the Congregational Outreach Form for 20162017 has been sent from the COB Stewardship Office and is due by December 1 2016 If you have a question you will need to contact the Stewardship Office at 800-323-8039 ext 361 A downloadable version of the form as well as a new fillable option is also available at wwwbrethrenorgstewardship Feel free to use that option in order to switch to paperless reporting
The forms listed below were received in the District Office as of November 20 ALL of these informational forms are important to both the district and the denomination The updated forms are sent to Elgin and they provide a copy for the District Office If you have a question about a form please donrsquot hesitate to contact Tina at 814 479-2181 or toll free 1-866-279-2181 Your prompt attention to this task will be appreciated Thanks
Church Code
Church Name
Form A
Form B
2015 Statistical Report
Additional Officers
Self-Allocation
37-010 Arbutus
37-015 Beachdale
37-020 Bear Run
37-030 Berkey
37-050 Bethel
37-060 Brothersvalley
37-068 Canaan
37-070 Center
37-080 Center Hill
37-090 Conemaugh
37-100 Connellsville
37-110 County Line
37-130 Elbethel
37-140 Erie Community United
37-150 Fairchance
37-160 Fair View
37-170 Farmington Bethel
37-190 Geiger
37-195 Good Samaritan
37-200 Greensburg
37-210 Greenville
37-220 Hooversville
37-230 Hostetler
37-240 Hyndman
37-250 Indiana
37-310 Ligonier First
37-320 Locust Grove
37-340 Maple Glen
37-350 Maple Grove
37-360 Maple Spring
37-380 Meyersdale
37-390 Middlecreek
37-400 Monroeville
37-410 Montgomery
Church Code
Church Name
Form A
Form B
2015 Statistical Report
Additional Officers
Self-Allocation
37-260 Morrellville
37-420 Mount Joy
37-430 Mount Pleasant
37-270 Moxham
37-440 Nanty Glo
37-450 Natrona Heights
37-460 Oakdale
37-470 Penn Run
37-475 Pike Run
37-480 Pleasant Hill
37-500 Plumcreek
37-505 Purchase Line
37-508 Rayman
37-510 Robinson
37-520 Rockton
37-530 Rockwood
37-280 Roxbury
37-540 Rummel
37-550 Salisbury
37-560 Scalp Level
37-570 Shade CreekRidge
37-580 Sipesville
37-590 Somerset
37-620 Ten Mile
37-630 Tire Hill
37-635 Union Chapel
37-640 Uniontown
37-290 Walnut Grove
37-645 Way of Hope
37-300 Westmont
37-650 Windber
37-660 Wooddale
2016 District Events and Meetings
This calendar will be updated as we receive dates from your groups please send your important dates to the District Office
ASAP to insure they will be on the District Calendar Thank you EVENTS ARE CODED AS
District Events open for anyone in the District to attend - CAPS Meetings such as District Leadership Team Camp Board Home Trustees and events beyond the District - small print Youth and Childrenrsquos Activities -ITALICS amp CAPS
SUGGESTIONS FOR USE KEEP FOR REFERENCE WHEN SETTING LOCAL CHURCH DATES Each month check this page in District HIGHLIGHTS for changesadditions Keep your calendar updated
DECEMBER 2016
4 - SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT
10 - CHILDRENrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY ndash Camp Harmony ndash more information to come
11 - THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT
18 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT
19 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
25 - MERRY CHIRSTMAS
26 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
31 - NEW YEARrsquoS EVE
2017 District Events and Meetings
This calendar will be updated as we receive dates from your groups please send your important dates to the District Office
ASAP to insure they will be on the District Calendar Thank you EVENTS ARE CODED AS
District Events open for anyone in the District to attend - CAPS Meetings such as District Leadership Team Camp Board Home Trustees and events beyond the District - small print Youth and Childrenrsquos Activities - ITALICS amp CAPS
SUGGESTIONS FOR USE KEEP FOR REFERENCE WHEN SETTING LOCAL CHURCH DATES Each month check this page in District HIGHLIGHTS for changesadditions Keep your calendar updated
JANUARY 2017
1 - HAPPY NEW YEAR
8 - EPIPHANY
18-25 - WEEK OF PRAYER FOR CHRISTIAN UNITY
30 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
FEBRUARY 2017
9 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
18 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
20 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
MARCH 2017
1 - ASH WEDNESDAY
3 - WORLD DAY OF PRAYER
5 - FIRST SUNDAY OF LENT
12 - DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME BEGINS (Turn clocks AHEAD one hour)
12 - SECOND SUNDAY OF LENT
19 - THIRD SUNDAY OF LENT
20 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
26 - ONE GREAT HOUR OF SHARING
26 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF LENT
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
APRIL 2017
2 - FIFTH SUNDAY OF LENT
9 - PALM SUNDAY
13 - MAUNDY THURSDAY
14 - GOOD FRIDAY
16 - ALLELUIA CHRIST IS RISEN
17 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
22 - Earth Day
24 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
MAY 2017
4 - NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER
7 - NATIONAL YOUTH SUNDAY
5-6 - District Womenrsquos Retreat ndash Camp Harmony
11 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
14 - HAPPY MOTHERrsquoS DAY
20 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
22 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
25 - ASCENSION DAY
29 - MEMORIAL DAY
29 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
JUNE 2017
4 - HAPPY BIRTHDAY CHURCH (Pentecost Sunday)
4 - Annual Conference Briefing Geiger COB
18 - HAPPY FATHERrsquoS DAY
19 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
26 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
28 -ANNUAL CONFERENCE (begins) Grand Rapids Michigan
JULY 2017
2 - ANNUAL CONFERENCE (concludes) Greensboro North Carolina
4 - INDEPENDENCE DAY
20 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm - Beachley Residence (District Conference Business)
24 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
28 - District Leadership Team 6 pm Arbutus Church (District Conference Business)
31 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
AUGUST 2017
21 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
28 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
SEPTEMBER 2017
4 - LABOR DAY
14 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
16 - CAMP HARMONY FESTIVAL
18 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
21 - DAY OF PRAYER FOR PEACE
23 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
25 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
OCTOBER 2017
1 - WORLD COMMUNION SUNDAY
21 - District Conference 9 am Camp Harmony
23 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
30 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
NOVEMBER 2017
4 - ELEVENTH ANNUAL DISTRICT AUCTION 9 am Camp Harmony
5 - DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME ENDS (Turn clocks BACK one hour)
9 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
18 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
20 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
23 - HAPPY THANKSGIVING
26 - FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
DECEMBER 2017
3 - SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT
9 - CHILDRENrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY ndash Camp Harmony ndash more information to come
10 - THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT
17 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT
18 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
25 - MERRY CHIRSTMAS
- Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
31 - NEW YEARrsquoS EVE
PLEASE NOTE Dates will be added or changed as needed If your District group team or committee has additions or changes to this calendar please contact the District Office as soon as possible Your help is much appreciated
Western Pennsylvania District Highlights
December 2016January 2017 page 7
Please continue to pray for the situation in Nigeria
Remember them daily as we all pray for peace to come to that
devastated region
Visit wwwbrethrenorg for more information
Denominational News go to wwwbrethrenorg for the most complete and up to date news from the Church of the Brethren
Job Openings I f you are interested in job opportunities through the Church of the Brethren open positions can be found at httpwwwbrethrenorgaboutemploymenthtml
The Brethren Academy for Ministerial Leadership will offer
the Healthy Boundaries 101--Basic Level Ethics in Ministry Relations
Training via webcast on Saturday January 7 2017
from 1000 am to 400 pm (Eastern time) This session is for
ministry training students and newly licensed or ordained clergy who have not had the training
Academy executive director Julie M Hostetter will lead the training Read the full story at
wwwbrethrenorgnews2016healthy-boundaries-101-traininghtml
Brethren Academy Job Opening
Bethany Theological Seminary and the Office of Ministry of the Church of the Brethren seek to fill the full-time position Executive Director of the Brethren Academy for Ministerial Leadership The primary functions of the position are to oversee certificate programs in ministry education continuing education for ministers and educational events focused on leadership development in the Church of the Brethren Interested candidates should possess the following qualifications and abilities - Five years of effective leadership in pastoral ministry - Ordination and active membership in the Church of the Brethren - Master of divinity degree - A record of regular continuing education experiences - Residence in Richmond Indiana or the surrounding area A complete job description is available on the Bethany Seminary website The application deadline is December 1 2016 Interviews will immediately follow with the position to be filled by January 31 2017 Interested candidates should send their resumes by postal mail or e-mail to
Steven Schweitzer Academic Dean Bethany Theological Seminary 615 National Road West Richmond IN 47374
deansofficebethanyseminaryedu
The Brethren Academy for Ministerial Leadership is a ministry training partnership of Bethany Theological Seminary and the Church of the Brethren Office of Ministry Bethany Theological Seminaryrsquos policy prohibits discrimination in employment opportunities or practices with regard to race gender age disability marital status sexual orientation national or ethnic origin or religion
Dear Brothers and Sisters
Risk Hope the 2017 Annual Conference theme emerges from an Old Testament saga of tragedy and redemption Staring down obstacles and situations very reminiscent of our 21st century challenges our ancestors in faith made mistakes suffered consequences and endured darkness but in the midst of it all they found their footing in their identity story and ultimately welcomed Gods powerful presence in their midst The second Bible study based on this theme appeared in Newsline and is posted on the Annual Conference website wwwbrethrenorgacBiblestudy
Feel free to reference it yourself or share it with brothers and sisters in your congregation as we all
wrestle with the challenges of being both the Chosen of God and the Servants of God in the midst
of a troubled world
Blessings to you in Christ Carol Scheppard
2017 Annual Conference Moderator
Annual Conference exists to unite strengthen and equip the Church of the Brethren to follow Jesus
Western Pennsylvania District Highlights
December 2016January 2017 page 8
Denominational News go to wwwbrethrenorg for the most complete and up to date news from the Church of the Brethren
Global Mission Updates
Global Mission Prayer Guide
Dominican Republic
Pray for Global Mission workers Nicole and Jason Hoover as they and their children Ethan and Miriam move to the Dominican Republic this week Nicole and Jason will be serving with Iglesia de los Hermanos the Dominican Church of the Brethren Pray for Godrsquos peace in this time of transition and settling in Pray for the Spiritrsquos guiding in making connections and building relationships
Vietnam
Pray for Global Mission volunteer Grace Mishler and her work as a case manager for poor Vietnamese families needing access to eye care for their vision-impaired children Blind or visually-impaired people face stigma in Vietnam and there is a shortage of doctors with up-to-date training and equipment Grace has networked with service providers in Vietnam especially the American Eye Center and has spread stories and raised funds with Church of the Brethren congregations and individuals to help enable these families to receive the care they need
Pray for the Thien An Blind School in Ho Chi Minh City as it goes through
transitions in leadership Global Mission worker Grace Mishler partners with this school for poor children with blindness
In addition to standard education subjects the school teaches Braille and
provides mobility and vocational training Pray for the schoolrsquos headmas-
ter who faces potential eye removal sur-gery due to excruciating pain
India
Pray for the Gospel Convention and Peace Festival of the Church of North India (CNI) to be held on Nov 8 hosted by the Diocese of Gujarat Officials expect more than 50000 people to attend from various CNI dioceses Pray for Silvans Christian bishop of Gujarat Diocese and other leaders working to organize this first event of its kind Pray that the event may strengthen and spread CNIrsquos heritage of peace witness
Students at the Thien An Blind School prepare for a vocal musical concert joined by Grace Mishler (middle row left) Photo by Xuan Nguyen
A preschooler receives care at the American Eye Center in Ho Chi Minh City following a misdiagnosis at a previous facility Photo by Grace Mishler
Western Pennsylvania District Highlights
December 2016January 2017 page 9
Global Mission Updates Denominational News go to wwwbrethrenorg for the most complete and up to date news from the Church of the Brethren
Global Mission Prayer Guide
United States
Pray for the Death Row Support Project (DRSP) a Church of the Brethren ministry that connects death row inmates with pen pals A person confined to death row often spends up to 23 hours each day alone in a small cell DRSP helps remind participants of Godrsquos love for everyone by bringing a small level of connection to the inmatesrsquo extreme isolation and by helping those on the outside to dispel fear and stereotypes Give thanks for the increased interest and participation in the program Pray that the Death Row Support Project and its volunteers can help in the effort to abolish the death penalty in the United States
Pray for the Brethren Disaster Ministries (BDM) rebuilding project near Columbia SC which is continuing recovery efforts following the October 2015 flooding and picking up where the ecumenical Disaster Recovery Support Initiative left off Pray for the health and safety of the rebuild volunteers Pray for the many South Carolinians affected by the flooding who are still rebuilding their lives
South Sudan
Pray for the great need in South Sudan A World Food Program representative stated that a third of South Sudans population up to four million people is severely food insecure Additionally accord-ing to the United Nations an average of 3500 people flee the country each day trying to escape the ongoing violent conflict Instability in the UNs peacekeeping efforts have further increased the countrys challenges Pray for all those who work for peace in South Sudan especially Global Mission worker Athanasus Ungang
Venezuela
Pray for a gathering of pastors interested in the emerging Brethren group in Venezuela Approxi-mately 400 pastors and leaders are expected to meet in the city of Valle la Pascua Alexandre Gon-ccedilalves a pastor with Igreja da Irmandade-Brasil (Church of the Brethren in Brazil) will provide lead-ership as the group continues to learn about and discuss Church of the Brethren theology and prac-tice
North Korea
Pray for traveling mercies for Global Mission workers Linda and Robert Shank as they return home from another semester at Pyongyang University of Science and Technology Give thanks for the Shanks continued opportunity to serve as teachers and dean of agriculture at this school for North Koreas future leaders
Western Pennsylvania District Highlights
December 2016January 2017 page 10
Global Mission Updates
Global Mission Prayer Guide
Denominational News go to wwwbrethrenorg for the most complete and up to date news from the Church of the Brethren
Haiti
Give thanks for the initial distributions of food and supplies to Hurricane Matthew survivors provided by Eglise des Freres drsquoHaiti (the Church of the Brethren in Haiti) and funded by an Emergency Disaster Fund grant Approximately 660 families have been served in communities of Bomba-dopolis Savanette Jeremie Bois Leger and Les Cayes Distributed items include clothing tarps matches candles bleach toothbrushes and food including canned chicken provided by Southern Pennsylvania and Mid-Atlantic Districts of the Church of the Brethren Pray for the travels of Roy Winter associate executive director of Global Mission and Service and Brethren Disaster Ministries and Jeff Boshart manager of the Global Food Initiative as they meet with Haitian Brethren leaders to develop further plans for rebuilding and recovery
Nigeria
Praise God for the first church building initiative in recent years that brings together members from the Church of the Brethren in the United States and the Church of the Brethren in Nigeria (EYN - Ekklesiyar Yanuwa a Nigeria) The church is being built for EYN families who have been displaced due to violence Pray for health and safety Pray that all participants be renewed by this time of joint service and solidarity Pray for enthusiasm and generosity toward future Nigeria workcamps
Leaders from Eglise des Freres drsquoHaiti visit the community of Bombadopolis to distribute supplies to hurricane victims Photo by Ilexene Alphonse
Leaders from Eglise des Freres drsquoHaiti visit tAfter a worship service of welcome and praise participants begin work on church construction leveling the floor and pouring the foundation Photo by Jay Wittmeyer
2017 District Womenrsquos Spring Event
Women of God ndash Joy in the Journey
ldquoTherefore my heart is gladhelliphelliprdquo Psalm 169
The District Womenrsquos Ministries are so excited to share with you
that we will be sponsoring a fabulous Womenrsquos Retreat on
Friday May 5 2017 through Saturday May 6 2017
Come share in the Joy of our Lord through stories inspiration good music
laughter prayer good food the beauty of the land and some well-deserved rest
The Retreat will be held at Camp Harmony this year Most of our lodging will be
at the Harmony House You will be pleased with its transformation All bedding
will be provided except for the pillow for your head (Please bring your favorite
pillow with you)
We would also like you to bring a music box with you if you can Wersquod like to
hear the story behind it
Registration will begin on Friday from 400pm till 600pm
Dinner will be served around 630
Donrsquot -worry there will be time for pampering We are planning to have a
Message Therapist an Essential Oil Therapist and a station for nails and toes
Ladies ndash Pack your bags and prepare for a relaxing getaway Yoursquoll grow closer to
friends deepen your relationship with Jesus and be pampered as well
Join the ldquoJoy in the Journeyrdquo
The cost of the retreat will be $9500 each This will cover all meals and snacks
entertainment gifts refreshments and comfortable lodging We ask that you pay
$5000 with your registration That will be due on February 14th The other $4500
should be paid before April 5th Each person should fill out a registration slip
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2017 District Womenrsquos Spring Event
Women of God ndash Joy in the Journey
Registration Form ndash one form per person
Church ___________________________________________________________
Name _____________________________________________________________
Address ___________________________________________________________
City ____________________________________ State __________ Zip ______
Email _____________________________________________________________
Cost $9500 for 2 day retreat ndash includes meals lodging and all the fun
Deposit $5000 due by February 14 2017
Remaining Balance $4500 due before April 15 2017
Please send Registration Forms and fees to
Pastor Judy Walker 425 Morningside Avenue Jeannette PA 15644-1954
2017 Work Schedule
Please review the 2017 work schedule below and consider giving a day or a week
out of your busy schedules toward this very rewarding worthwhile ministry
Contact your church coordinator or Herb Ewald at hjewaldatlanticbbnet
or (814) 539-8530 as soon as possible to volunteer
Thank you
Day Trips Week Trips
XXXXXXXXXXX March 26 ndash April 1 Project 2 XXXXXXXXXXX with Virlina District
Thursday April 6 July 9 - 15 S Carolina Tuesday April 18 with Beaver Creek Mid - Atlantic
Thursday June 8 September 3 - 9 Project 2 Tuesday June 27 with Brownsville Mid - Atlantic Thursday August 10 October 1 - 7 S Carolina Tuesday August 29 with (open) Thursday October 12 Tuesday October 24 All week long trip locations will be Thursday December 7 announced as info becomes available Tuesday December 19
Brethren Home
Community Windber
December 2016 ndash January 2017
Pastor linda reininger to retire on December 29
Home Chaplain Linda Reininger will retire on December 29 Pastor Linda and her
husband Jim have spent the last five years in pastoral service to our residents We
thank her for her dedicated service and wish her a blessed retirement filled with many
happy hours with her family
CPR mannequins purchased by Home Auxiliary
The Home Auxiliary and members of the nursing department have partnered to make
required cardio-pulmonary resuscitation classes available for our staff The Auxiliary
purchased a set of cardio pulmonary resuscitation mannequins and instructional tapes
to be used in CPR classes Mrs Nancy Donati RN and Mrs Jeri Lynn Felski RN
became certified CPR instructors through the American Heart Association With the
purchase of the mannequins and instructional tapes along with onsite instructors
classes can be scheduled at our staffrsquos convenience with no additional costs
Auxiliary officers installed At the November meeting Pastor Ron
St Clair installed these Home Auxiliary officers for 2017 President Arbutus Eash Vice
President Donna Ramer Corresponding Secretary Janet Fisher Recording Secretary
Connie Berkebile Treasurer April Mackell Assistant Treasurer Marilyn Manotti At
the meeting the Auxiliary also made these purchases for the Home six infection control
supply cabinets renovations for one resident room piano tuning and knife sharpeners
for a total of just over $3000 As always the Home is tremendously grateful for the
officers who dedicate themselves to the work of the Auxiliary and the generous gifts the
Auxiliary makes available for our residents
Jigsaw PUZZLES and puzzle BOARDs donated The family of
Mrs Janet Korber made a gift of three revolving jigsaw puzzle boards and more than
twenty puzzles to the Home in memory of their mother The family worked with the
activities department to make the gift one that would be enjoyed by Mrs Korberrsquos
friends and many future residents With the onset of winter weather the puzzles and
boards will be an especially welcome pastime
Ipad purchased with community foundation
grant Our Home has received a $500 grant from the iPACP fund administered
by the Community Foundation for the Alleghenies The grant money was used to
purchase an IPad to be used by residents with neurological disorders that limit their
communication skills Interchangeable applications for the iPad will allow these
residents to communicate in writing or through the use of icons according to evolving
therapy needs
QUALITY NURSING DIRECTOR EARNS CERTIFICATION
Mrs Amanda Snyder RN BSN PCHA has completed the requirements to become a
Certified Nursing Director in Long Term Care The certification is awarded by the
American Society for Long Term Care Nurses Mrs Snyder is the Quality Nursing
Director at the Home responsible for maintaining state standards of care and providing
in service education
Activities for daily living suite added Activities for Daily
Living (ADL) is a program designed to complement our therapy services Using the
skills reclaimed through physical and occupational therapy and applying them to real
life situations ADL prepares our residents for their return to independent living The
opportunity to master actual life skills under the supervision of a therapist raises the
residentsrsquo confidence and increases their success rate To facilitate the program the
Home is constructing an ADL suite It will be located next to the basement chapel and
contain a full working kitchen bathroom bedroom and living area
Breast cancer awareness activities The Home staff once again
took part in October breast cancer awareness month activities Dress down days
cookie sales bracelet sales and participation in breast cancer walksruns led to a
donation of $307 made to the Joyce Murtha Breast Care Center in Windber
ldquoMay you have the gladness of Christmas which is hope
The spirit of Christmas which is peace
And the heart of Christmas which is loverdquo
Blessed Christmas and Happy New Year
From the BHCW residents staff and general board
Brethren Home Community Windber
Tree of Stars 2016 Please help us decorate the
Christmas Tree of Stars
in this 33rd year of our program Your donation will not only honor or memorialize a loved one or friend it will help our Home to provide our residents benevolent care The names of those persons being remembered will be displayed on the Christmas Tree in the Circle Lounge and
published in our newsletter
Please return the bottom portion with your
contribution to
- -- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Christmas Tree of Stars 2016
Please hang a Star in Memory of _______________________________________
OR
Please hang an Ornament in Honor of ____________________________________
Donated By _______________________________________ Amount_______________
Address _________________________________________
__________________________________________
Church of the Brethren Home 227 Hoffman Avenue Windber PA 15963 Attn Tree of Stars
Mail completed registration form and payment for Leviticus to
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center
One Alpha DriveElizabethtown PA 17022
Make checks payable to SVMC
Questions Contact us at717-361-1450
svmcetownedu
REG ISTRATION FORM
Name
Address
PhoneE-mail
Congregation District
Where did you hear about this event
Other dietary restrictionsMeat or vegetarian lunch
Ten Plus Reasons to Love Leviticus
BOB NEFF Keynote Speaker
Other speakersChristina Bucher (sexuality in Leviticus from different faith perspectives)
David Leiter (social justice and Leviticus)Frank Ramirez (the Brethren and Leviticus 19)
Brody Rike (atonement and orientation to God)
Leviticus is a book for our time Leviticus challenges us to lives of integrity seven days a week by respecting our elders and the marginalized resolving our feelings and disputes with our neighbor protecting the rights of the alien addressing economic and social inequity care for the environment the appropriate preparation of food and its consumption living from the perspective of the Holy One This study unlike most book investigations will not follow chapter by chapter but will begin in the center of the book with chapter 19 and the directive ldquoYou shall be holy as I am Holyrdquo Leviticus invites us to lead a holy life that is strikingly relevant to our lives today
Cost $60 (includes light breakfast lunch and 06 CEUs)
Registration due to SVMC by April 10 2017
S u s q u e h a n n a V a l l e y M i n i s t r y C e n t e rContinuing Education Series
ELIZABETHTOWN COLLEGE bull Susquehanna Room
APRIL 24 2017900 am - 400 pm (Registration at 830)
Bob Neff is an Old Testament scholar President Emeritus of Juniata College and former General Secretary of the Church of the Brethren
Understanding Our American
Muslim Neighbors
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center Continuing Education Series
Islam is the fastest growing religion in the US and this event is designed to introduce our American Muslim neighbors so that we might begin to love them as Jesus commanded Participants will visit some of our Muslim neighbors at a local mosque The presenter George Pickens has been teaching Islam and Christian witness among Muslims for over 25 years first in Africa where he spent 14 years and currently at Messiah College where he is Professor of Theology and Director of the Program in Peace and Conflict Studies George is actively involved in building positive relations with Muslims in the Capital Region of central Pennsylvania and he is a member of the Mechanicsburg (PA) Church of the Brethren and an ordained minister in the Church of the Brethren
Cost is $5500 (includes light breakfast lunch and 07 CEUrsquos) If 3 or more register from the same congregation cost is $35person If possible please register all from congregation at the same time Registration will cap at 35 participants so please register early
Registration deadline March 10 2017
Mail completed registration form and payment for American Mus1im
Neighbors to
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center
One Alpha DriveElizabethtown PA 17022
Make checks payable to SVMC
Questions Contact us at717-361-1450
REG ISTRATION FORM
Name
Address
PhoneE-mail
Congregation District
Where did you hear about this event
Other dietary restrictionsMeat or vegetarian lunch
Led by George Pickens
March 25 2017 900 am - 500 pm
Mechanicsburg Church of the Brethren
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Mail completed registration form and payment for Art for Worship to
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center
One Alpha DriveElizabethtown PA 17022
Make checks payable to SVMC
Questions
Contact us at717-361-1450
svmcetownedu
REG ISTRATION FORM
NameAre you over 18
Address
PhoneE-mail
Congregation District
Where did you hear about this event
Other dietary restrictionsMeat or vegetarian lunch
Art for WorshipReimaginingReimagining
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center Continuing Education Program presents
March 18 2017Lititz Church of the Brethren900 am - 400 pm
Like the choral anthem the message the prayers and rituals liturgical art enhances the worship experience Each element is meant to awaken us and open our hearts to God The spiritual disciplines that go into sermon writingmdashprayer meditation study and reflectionmdashcan also be used to create liturgical art This kind of art-marking can be called ldquoco-creationrdquo for one creates in partnership with The Creator in a process that is itself an act of worship This workshop will explore fresh possibilities for art in liturgical spaces and lead participants through a process for ldquoco-creatingrdquo art themselves
Cost $65 (includes light breakfast lunch materials fee and 06 CEUs)Registration deadline March 3 2017
Led by Diane BrandtLed by Diane Brandt
ldquoThe Ascending Dancerdquo by Diane Brandt
Diane Brandt is Minister of Visual Arts at St Peterrsquos United Church of Christ in Lancaster PA
Yes
No
A ministry of the Church of the Brethren
1414 Plank Road P O Box 158
Hooversville PA 15936-0158 E-mail harmonycampharmonyorg
httpwwwcampharmonyorg
(814) 798-5885 FAX (814) 798-2225
ldquoThe Church of the Brethren should be absolutely fearless absurdly happy and always
getting into trouble for Jesusrdquo Quote from Dan Westhellip
FUTURE EVENTS
Faith Promise Benefit Dinner ndash December 3 ndash 500 PM ndash Call Camp to register
Alutiig Training ndash December 4 - 16
Childrenrsquos Christmas Party ndash December 10 ndash 900 AM - Call the District Office to register
Welcome to Bethlehem ndash December 10 ndash Greenhouse Park
Salix Bethel Youth Retreat ndash January 13 ndash 15
Cub Scout Retreat ndash January 21
Winter Youth Retreats
Junior Retreat ndash Grades 3 ndash 6 ndash January 27 ndash 29 2017
Teen Retreat ndash Grades 7 ndash 12 ndash February 3 ndash 5 2017
HERITAGE LODGE (oldest and last remaining original building at Camp) ROOF
UPDATE
Thank you volunteers for all your help on repairing and getting the roof ready for the metal roof
Camp has contracted with Kaufman Metals to put on the metal which puts the roof under
warranty Also we thank everyone for all the financial donations for the initial stage of the roof
and a congregation for their donation so Camp could contract for placement of the metal When
we all work together ndash all things are possible THANK YOU The roof is scheduled to be
put on the end of November andor the beginning of December
2016 ldquo52 GOD BLESS YOU TEAMrdquo
As more and more families are blessed they contribute $100 a week or $5200 to Camp so that
the ministry can bless others Join the 2016 team The original premise was that if all the families
in the District contributed $52 the mortgage could be eliminated The 2016 Team includes 60
families and congregations who have contributed $3700 Thank you so much for your
donationshelliphellip
Watch for the end of the year Camp Harmony newsletters They will be distributed soon
ldquoInviting all people to experience the wonder of
creation and find harmony with God with nature and
with one another
CAMP HARMONY
2 youth weekends
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2 Youth Weekends
January 27-29
Junior Retreat - Grades 3-6
February 3-5
Teen Retreat - Grades 7-12
Camper Name_____________________________________
Gender __M __F Birthdate_________ Current Grade ____
Parent or Legal Guardian(s) Names
_______________________________________________
Mailing Address___________________________________
City__________________ State ______ Zip __________
Email Address____________________________________
Home Phone______________________________________
Emergency Phone__________________________________
Special Instructions_______________________________
Is this your first time Camp Harmony ___Yes ___No
Which Retreat are you Registering For
Junior (grades 3-6) Teen (Grades 7-12)
January 27-29 2017 February 3-5 2017
Please complete if your church is paying a portion of the fee
Church name______________________________________
The church will be paying $_____ of the registration fee
Authorized Signature (Required Pastor or Camp Rep)
________________________________________________
In signing this application I grant permission for my child to attend Camp Harmony and for Camp
Harmony to use images (photo video etc) of my child and members of my family in camp publicity
(print ads internet including social networking sites etc) I waive the right to inspect or approve
images for such purposes I also acknowledge that by their very nature outdoor and camping ac-
tivities involve some risk of injury I understand also that although the camp has taken precau-
tions to provide proper supervision instruction training and equipment for each activity it is
impossible for the camp to guarantee absolute safety I further understand that participation in
these activities is voluntary and waive any claim that may arise against the camp andor employees
as a result of participation in the program except for those that are a direct result of gross
negligence of the camp or its employees
______________________________________________________________ Parent or Legal Guardian Signature Date
If you canrsquot wait until next summer to come back to camp
this is the retreat for you During our winter retreats at
Camp Harmony we do many of our favorite activities from
summer including crafts worship games and Bible lessons
Plus wersquoll get to go sledding and play in the snow Each
weekend is designed to strengthen your faith in Christ and
grow in your walk with Him We canrsquot wait to see you at Camp
Harmony
Registration Friday Evening 7-8 pm
Pick up Sunday Afternoon 2 pm
Cost $100 per camper
Things to bring
Bedding money for store amp offering towel amp toiletries
seasonal clothing including extra shoes and socks Bible
All of your FRIENDS
How to Register
Mail your completed registration form (one per camper) and
a $25 non-refundable deposit to
Camp Harmony Winter Retreats
PO Box 158
1414 Plank Road
Hooversville PA 15936
Payments can be made by cash check or credit card We
recommend full prepayment to reduce time in registration
line Registrations received less than one week from be-
ginning of retreat date will be charged a $15 late fee
Have questions or need more information
8147985885
programcampharmonyorg
AVAILABLE SPEAKERS LIST
January 2017 ORDAINED
ABRAHAM FARREL ndash 4315 Seton Dr Pittsburgh 15227-1245 ndash 412-979-0067 BALDEO ISAAC - 4555 Glen Eden Rd Cranberry Twp 16066-3001 -724 452-0923 BAUGHMAN CARL L - 130 Homewood Dr Butler 16001-1960 -724 283-1051 BERKEBILE WES J ndash 4285 State Route 208 New Wilmington 16142 ndash 724-901-7058 BROADWATER KEVIN L - 475 Keystone St Meyersdale 15552-6943 - 814 442-5684 CHRISTNER JAY L ndash 313 N Edgewood Ave Somerset 15501-1355 ndash 814-445-4223 DEFFENBAUGH BARRON K - 207 Churchill St Johnstown 15904 - 814 266-9758 DERR AMELIA ndash 1202 Roberts Street Nanty Glo 15943-1325 ndash 814-749-0262 DERR HORACE - 1202 Roberts Street Nanty Glo 15943-1325 ndash 814-749-0262 EASH JOHN E - 131 Friendship Ln Hollsopple 15935-6732 - 814 629-0206 GREEN GARY ndash 4589 Somerset Pike Hollsopple 15935-8217 ndash 814-479-5096 GREW DOTTIE H - 509 Sherman St Meyersdale 15552-1239 - 814 634-5329 HAY CHARLES R - 1127 E Main St Berlin 15530-1428-814 267-3205 HIRONIMUS BERTHA - 142 Bent Tree Hill Ligonier 15658-3202 -724 238-3984 HOUGHTON JAMES E - 124 Lindberg Ave Johnstown 15905-3019 -814 255-2431 HOUGHTON SALLY M - 124 Lindberg Ave Johnstown 15905-3019 -814 255-2431 KABLER ERIC P - 126 Clermont St Johnstown 15904-2132 - 814 266-2734 KENSINGER JAMES M - 329 Spackman St Seward 15954-3117 - 814 446-1088 LONGWELL ERIC M -240 Plumcreek Rd Shelocta 15774- 724 599-8690 MANGES JOHN W ndash 137 Catskill Ln Johnstown 15904-7523 MARSHALL HOMER H - 369 W Church Ave Masontown 15461-1651 -724 583-7073 MARSHALL PATRICIA M - 369 W Church Ave Masontown 15461-1651 -724 583-7073 MOORE EDWIN E JR - 107 Sabra Court Uniontown 15401-9729 - 724 970-2505 PETERMAN SANDRA M -110 Windy Ridge Ln Apt 3 Shelocta 15774 - 724 354-6026 REININGER LINDA L - 229 Davis St Johnstown 15906-1517 -814 539-1345 RUMMEL DALE E - 6171 Greenville Pike Grampian 15666-1959 -732 319-0099 RUPERT JACK - 409 State St Johnstown 15905-2642 - 814 322-7786 New Day ndash 814 535-8202 SHAFFER JUDITH A - PO Box 319 Donegal 15628-0319 - 724 516-9191 SHAULIS M ERIC- 25 Sixth Ave Meyersdale 15552-1444 -814 634-8740 SMITH A HARRISON -506 Sciandro Dr Greensburg 15601- 724837-4491 STEIN ROBERT R - PO Box 375 Chalk Hill 15421-0375 - 724 438-2226 SWICK MICHAEL R - 4127 Greenville Rd Meyersdale 15552-8518 -814 634-8158 WALKER JUDY M -425 Morningside Ave Jeannette 15644 - 724 522-5260 WALKER LARRY E - 425 Morningside Ave Jeannette 15644 - 724 522-5260 WHIPPLE CHARLES D - 317 Wyoming St Greensburg 15601-3947 -724 600-6332 WESTLAKE ELVA JEAN -436 Pony Farm Rd Kittanning 16201-4639-724 548-4901 WILLOUGHBY CAROLYN S-207 Churchill St Johnstown 15904-814 266-9758 YOUNG FRANK P ndash 105 Old Hickory Lane Johnston 15905-3377 ndash 814-418-5930
LICENSED
DERCK JOY E - 3089 Dutch Run Rd Shelocta 15774-2224 - 724 354-3386 DERMER JOANN - 3062 Hyndman Rd Hyndman 15545 - 814 842-6489 HILER GARY W - 228 Baltzer Bridge Rd Friedens 15541-6320 - 814 267-6722 ISHMAN DANIEL R - 116 Todd Rd Freeport 16229 - 724 540-5214 MARSZALEK CHERYL A - 409 Herman Ave Wilmerding 15148-1206 - 412 551-6422 SHAFFER ABBY R -(office) 115 Spring Rd Hollsopple 15935-7412 - 814 479-2181 YOST ERIC W ndash 1009 First Street Windber PA 15963 ndash 814-467-0882
LAY SPEAKER RAMER DONNA L -102 Franklin Dr Greensburg 15601-1305-724 836-0594
Thanks very much for keeping the reports coming in The NEW Form B that comes from the Yearbook Office in Elgin and updates contact information about your congregationrsquos board or leadership team chair the treasurer a deacon contact and a number of other contact persons will be coming to congregations and contact persons soon Please be sure to review the material provided on Form B and make updates as they are needed Complete addresses and phone numbers are appreciated as well as email addresses if they are available The Additional Officers
Form for 2016 will be sent from the District Office soon
In addition the Congregational Outreach Form for 20162017 has been sent from the COB Stewardship Office and is due by December 1 2016 If you have a question you will need to contact the Stewardship Office at 800-323-8039 ext 361 A downloadable version of the form as well as a new fillable option is also available at wwwbrethrenorgstewardship Feel free to use that option in order to switch to paperless reporting
The forms listed below were received in the District Office as of November 20 ALL of these informational forms are important to both the district and the denomination The updated forms are sent to Elgin and they provide a copy for the District Office If you have a question about a form please donrsquot hesitate to contact Tina at 814 479-2181 or toll free 1-866-279-2181 Your prompt attention to this task will be appreciated Thanks
Church Code
Church Name
Form A
Form B
2015 Statistical Report
Additional Officers
Self-Allocation
37-010 Arbutus
37-015 Beachdale
37-020 Bear Run
37-030 Berkey
37-050 Bethel
37-060 Brothersvalley
37-068 Canaan
37-070 Center
37-080 Center Hill
37-090 Conemaugh
37-100 Connellsville
37-110 County Line
37-130 Elbethel
37-140 Erie Community United
37-150 Fairchance
37-160 Fair View
37-170 Farmington Bethel
37-190 Geiger
37-195 Good Samaritan
37-200 Greensburg
37-210 Greenville
37-220 Hooversville
37-230 Hostetler
37-240 Hyndman
37-250 Indiana
37-310 Ligonier First
37-320 Locust Grove
37-340 Maple Glen
37-350 Maple Grove
37-360 Maple Spring
37-380 Meyersdale
37-390 Middlecreek
37-400 Monroeville
37-410 Montgomery
Church Code
Church Name
Form A
Form B
2015 Statistical Report
Additional Officers
Self-Allocation
37-260 Morrellville
37-420 Mount Joy
37-430 Mount Pleasant
37-270 Moxham
37-440 Nanty Glo
37-450 Natrona Heights
37-460 Oakdale
37-470 Penn Run
37-475 Pike Run
37-480 Pleasant Hill
37-500 Plumcreek
37-505 Purchase Line
37-508 Rayman
37-510 Robinson
37-520 Rockton
37-530 Rockwood
37-280 Roxbury
37-540 Rummel
37-550 Salisbury
37-560 Scalp Level
37-570 Shade CreekRidge
37-580 Sipesville
37-590 Somerset
37-620 Ten Mile
37-630 Tire Hill
37-635 Union Chapel
37-640 Uniontown
37-290 Walnut Grove
37-645 Way of Hope
37-300 Westmont
37-650 Windber
37-660 Wooddale
2016 District Events and Meetings
This calendar will be updated as we receive dates from your groups please send your important dates to the District Office
ASAP to insure they will be on the District Calendar Thank you EVENTS ARE CODED AS
District Events open for anyone in the District to attend - CAPS Meetings such as District Leadership Team Camp Board Home Trustees and events beyond the District - small print Youth and Childrenrsquos Activities -ITALICS amp CAPS
SUGGESTIONS FOR USE KEEP FOR REFERENCE WHEN SETTING LOCAL CHURCH DATES Each month check this page in District HIGHLIGHTS for changesadditions Keep your calendar updated
DECEMBER 2016
4 - SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT
10 - CHILDRENrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY ndash Camp Harmony ndash more information to come
11 - THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT
18 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT
19 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
25 - MERRY CHIRSTMAS
26 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
31 - NEW YEARrsquoS EVE
2017 District Events and Meetings
This calendar will be updated as we receive dates from your groups please send your important dates to the District Office
ASAP to insure they will be on the District Calendar Thank you EVENTS ARE CODED AS
District Events open for anyone in the District to attend - CAPS Meetings such as District Leadership Team Camp Board Home Trustees and events beyond the District - small print Youth and Childrenrsquos Activities - ITALICS amp CAPS
SUGGESTIONS FOR USE KEEP FOR REFERENCE WHEN SETTING LOCAL CHURCH DATES Each month check this page in District HIGHLIGHTS for changesadditions Keep your calendar updated
JANUARY 2017
1 - HAPPY NEW YEAR
8 - EPIPHANY
18-25 - WEEK OF PRAYER FOR CHRISTIAN UNITY
30 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
FEBRUARY 2017
9 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
18 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
20 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
MARCH 2017
1 - ASH WEDNESDAY
3 - WORLD DAY OF PRAYER
5 - FIRST SUNDAY OF LENT
12 - DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME BEGINS (Turn clocks AHEAD one hour)
12 - SECOND SUNDAY OF LENT
19 - THIRD SUNDAY OF LENT
20 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
26 - ONE GREAT HOUR OF SHARING
26 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF LENT
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
APRIL 2017
2 - FIFTH SUNDAY OF LENT
9 - PALM SUNDAY
13 - MAUNDY THURSDAY
14 - GOOD FRIDAY
16 - ALLELUIA CHRIST IS RISEN
17 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
22 - Earth Day
24 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
MAY 2017
4 - NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER
7 - NATIONAL YOUTH SUNDAY
5-6 - District Womenrsquos Retreat ndash Camp Harmony
11 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
14 - HAPPY MOTHERrsquoS DAY
20 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
22 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
25 - ASCENSION DAY
29 - MEMORIAL DAY
29 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
JUNE 2017
4 - HAPPY BIRTHDAY CHURCH (Pentecost Sunday)
4 - Annual Conference Briefing Geiger COB
18 - HAPPY FATHERrsquoS DAY
19 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
26 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
28 -ANNUAL CONFERENCE (begins) Grand Rapids Michigan
JULY 2017
2 - ANNUAL CONFERENCE (concludes) Greensboro North Carolina
4 - INDEPENDENCE DAY
20 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm - Beachley Residence (District Conference Business)
24 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
28 - District Leadership Team 6 pm Arbutus Church (District Conference Business)
31 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
AUGUST 2017
21 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
28 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
SEPTEMBER 2017
4 - LABOR DAY
14 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
16 - CAMP HARMONY FESTIVAL
18 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
21 - DAY OF PRAYER FOR PEACE
23 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
25 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
OCTOBER 2017
1 - WORLD COMMUNION SUNDAY
21 - District Conference 9 am Camp Harmony
23 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
30 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
NOVEMBER 2017
4 - ELEVENTH ANNUAL DISTRICT AUCTION 9 am Camp Harmony
5 - DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME ENDS (Turn clocks BACK one hour)
9 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
18 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
20 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
23 - HAPPY THANKSGIVING
26 - FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
DECEMBER 2017
3 - SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT
9 - CHILDRENrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY ndash Camp Harmony ndash more information to come
10 - THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT
17 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT
18 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
25 - MERRY CHIRSTMAS
- Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
31 - NEW YEARrsquoS EVE
PLEASE NOTE Dates will be added or changed as needed If your District group team or committee has additions or changes to this calendar please contact the District Office as soon as possible Your help is much appreciated
Western Pennsylvania District Highlights
December 2016January 2017 page 8
Denominational News go to wwwbrethrenorg for the most complete and up to date news from the Church of the Brethren
Global Mission Updates
Global Mission Prayer Guide
Dominican Republic
Pray for Global Mission workers Nicole and Jason Hoover as they and their children Ethan and Miriam move to the Dominican Republic this week Nicole and Jason will be serving with Iglesia de los Hermanos the Dominican Church of the Brethren Pray for Godrsquos peace in this time of transition and settling in Pray for the Spiritrsquos guiding in making connections and building relationships
Vietnam
Pray for Global Mission volunteer Grace Mishler and her work as a case manager for poor Vietnamese families needing access to eye care for their vision-impaired children Blind or visually-impaired people face stigma in Vietnam and there is a shortage of doctors with up-to-date training and equipment Grace has networked with service providers in Vietnam especially the American Eye Center and has spread stories and raised funds with Church of the Brethren congregations and individuals to help enable these families to receive the care they need
Pray for the Thien An Blind School in Ho Chi Minh City as it goes through
transitions in leadership Global Mission worker Grace Mishler partners with this school for poor children with blindness
In addition to standard education subjects the school teaches Braille and
provides mobility and vocational training Pray for the schoolrsquos headmas-
ter who faces potential eye removal sur-gery due to excruciating pain
India
Pray for the Gospel Convention and Peace Festival of the Church of North India (CNI) to be held on Nov 8 hosted by the Diocese of Gujarat Officials expect more than 50000 people to attend from various CNI dioceses Pray for Silvans Christian bishop of Gujarat Diocese and other leaders working to organize this first event of its kind Pray that the event may strengthen and spread CNIrsquos heritage of peace witness
Students at the Thien An Blind School prepare for a vocal musical concert joined by Grace Mishler (middle row left) Photo by Xuan Nguyen
A preschooler receives care at the American Eye Center in Ho Chi Minh City following a misdiagnosis at a previous facility Photo by Grace Mishler
Western Pennsylvania District Highlights
December 2016January 2017 page 9
Global Mission Updates Denominational News go to wwwbrethrenorg for the most complete and up to date news from the Church of the Brethren
Global Mission Prayer Guide
United States
Pray for the Death Row Support Project (DRSP) a Church of the Brethren ministry that connects death row inmates with pen pals A person confined to death row often spends up to 23 hours each day alone in a small cell DRSP helps remind participants of Godrsquos love for everyone by bringing a small level of connection to the inmatesrsquo extreme isolation and by helping those on the outside to dispel fear and stereotypes Give thanks for the increased interest and participation in the program Pray that the Death Row Support Project and its volunteers can help in the effort to abolish the death penalty in the United States
Pray for the Brethren Disaster Ministries (BDM) rebuilding project near Columbia SC which is continuing recovery efforts following the October 2015 flooding and picking up where the ecumenical Disaster Recovery Support Initiative left off Pray for the health and safety of the rebuild volunteers Pray for the many South Carolinians affected by the flooding who are still rebuilding their lives
South Sudan
Pray for the great need in South Sudan A World Food Program representative stated that a third of South Sudans population up to four million people is severely food insecure Additionally accord-ing to the United Nations an average of 3500 people flee the country each day trying to escape the ongoing violent conflict Instability in the UNs peacekeeping efforts have further increased the countrys challenges Pray for all those who work for peace in South Sudan especially Global Mission worker Athanasus Ungang
Venezuela
Pray for a gathering of pastors interested in the emerging Brethren group in Venezuela Approxi-mately 400 pastors and leaders are expected to meet in the city of Valle la Pascua Alexandre Gon-ccedilalves a pastor with Igreja da Irmandade-Brasil (Church of the Brethren in Brazil) will provide lead-ership as the group continues to learn about and discuss Church of the Brethren theology and prac-tice
North Korea
Pray for traveling mercies for Global Mission workers Linda and Robert Shank as they return home from another semester at Pyongyang University of Science and Technology Give thanks for the Shanks continued opportunity to serve as teachers and dean of agriculture at this school for North Koreas future leaders
Western Pennsylvania District Highlights
December 2016January 2017 page 10
Global Mission Updates
Global Mission Prayer Guide
Denominational News go to wwwbrethrenorg for the most complete and up to date news from the Church of the Brethren
Haiti
Give thanks for the initial distributions of food and supplies to Hurricane Matthew survivors provided by Eglise des Freres drsquoHaiti (the Church of the Brethren in Haiti) and funded by an Emergency Disaster Fund grant Approximately 660 families have been served in communities of Bomba-dopolis Savanette Jeremie Bois Leger and Les Cayes Distributed items include clothing tarps matches candles bleach toothbrushes and food including canned chicken provided by Southern Pennsylvania and Mid-Atlantic Districts of the Church of the Brethren Pray for the travels of Roy Winter associate executive director of Global Mission and Service and Brethren Disaster Ministries and Jeff Boshart manager of the Global Food Initiative as they meet with Haitian Brethren leaders to develop further plans for rebuilding and recovery
Nigeria
Praise God for the first church building initiative in recent years that brings together members from the Church of the Brethren in the United States and the Church of the Brethren in Nigeria (EYN - Ekklesiyar Yanuwa a Nigeria) The church is being built for EYN families who have been displaced due to violence Pray for health and safety Pray that all participants be renewed by this time of joint service and solidarity Pray for enthusiasm and generosity toward future Nigeria workcamps
Leaders from Eglise des Freres drsquoHaiti visit the community of Bombadopolis to distribute supplies to hurricane victims Photo by Ilexene Alphonse
Leaders from Eglise des Freres drsquoHaiti visit tAfter a worship service of welcome and praise participants begin work on church construction leveling the floor and pouring the foundation Photo by Jay Wittmeyer
2017 District Womenrsquos Spring Event
Women of God ndash Joy in the Journey
ldquoTherefore my heart is gladhelliphelliprdquo Psalm 169
The District Womenrsquos Ministries are so excited to share with you
that we will be sponsoring a fabulous Womenrsquos Retreat on
Friday May 5 2017 through Saturday May 6 2017
Come share in the Joy of our Lord through stories inspiration good music
laughter prayer good food the beauty of the land and some well-deserved rest
The Retreat will be held at Camp Harmony this year Most of our lodging will be
at the Harmony House You will be pleased with its transformation All bedding
will be provided except for the pillow for your head (Please bring your favorite
pillow with you)
We would also like you to bring a music box with you if you can Wersquod like to
hear the story behind it
Registration will begin on Friday from 400pm till 600pm
Dinner will be served around 630
Donrsquot -worry there will be time for pampering We are planning to have a
Message Therapist an Essential Oil Therapist and a station for nails and toes
Ladies ndash Pack your bags and prepare for a relaxing getaway Yoursquoll grow closer to
friends deepen your relationship with Jesus and be pampered as well
Join the ldquoJoy in the Journeyrdquo
The cost of the retreat will be $9500 each This will cover all meals and snacks
entertainment gifts refreshments and comfortable lodging We ask that you pay
$5000 with your registration That will be due on February 14th The other $4500
should be paid before April 5th Each person should fill out a registration slip
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2017 District Womenrsquos Spring Event
Women of God ndash Joy in the Journey
Registration Form ndash one form per person
Church ___________________________________________________________
Name _____________________________________________________________
Address ___________________________________________________________
City ____________________________________ State __________ Zip ______
Email _____________________________________________________________
Cost $9500 for 2 day retreat ndash includes meals lodging and all the fun
Deposit $5000 due by February 14 2017
Remaining Balance $4500 due before April 15 2017
Please send Registration Forms and fees to
Pastor Judy Walker 425 Morningside Avenue Jeannette PA 15644-1954
2017 Work Schedule
Please review the 2017 work schedule below and consider giving a day or a week
out of your busy schedules toward this very rewarding worthwhile ministry
Contact your church coordinator or Herb Ewald at hjewaldatlanticbbnet
or (814) 539-8530 as soon as possible to volunteer
Thank you
Day Trips Week Trips
XXXXXXXXXXX March 26 ndash April 1 Project 2 XXXXXXXXXXX with Virlina District
Thursday April 6 July 9 - 15 S Carolina Tuesday April 18 with Beaver Creek Mid - Atlantic
Thursday June 8 September 3 - 9 Project 2 Tuesday June 27 with Brownsville Mid - Atlantic Thursday August 10 October 1 - 7 S Carolina Tuesday August 29 with (open) Thursday October 12 Tuesday October 24 All week long trip locations will be Thursday December 7 announced as info becomes available Tuesday December 19
Brethren Home
Community Windber
December 2016 ndash January 2017
Pastor linda reininger to retire on December 29
Home Chaplain Linda Reininger will retire on December 29 Pastor Linda and her
husband Jim have spent the last five years in pastoral service to our residents We
thank her for her dedicated service and wish her a blessed retirement filled with many
happy hours with her family
CPR mannequins purchased by Home Auxiliary
The Home Auxiliary and members of the nursing department have partnered to make
required cardio-pulmonary resuscitation classes available for our staff The Auxiliary
purchased a set of cardio pulmonary resuscitation mannequins and instructional tapes
to be used in CPR classes Mrs Nancy Donati RN and Mrs Jeri Lynn Felski RN
became certified CPR instructors through the American Heart Association With the
purchase of the mannequins and instructional tapes along with onsite instructors
classes can be scheduled at our staffrsquos convenience with no additional costs
Auxiliary officers installed At the November meeting Pastor Ron
St Clair installed these Home Auxiliary officers for 2017 President Arbutus Eash Vice
President Donna Ramer Corresponding Secretary Janet Fisher Recording Secretary
Connie Berkebile Treasurer April Mackell Assistant Treasurer Marilyn Manotti At
the meeting the Auxiliary also made these purchases for the Home six infection control
supply cabinets renovations for one resident room piano tuning and knife sharpeners
for a total of just over $3000 As always the Home is tremendously grateful for the
officers who dedicate themselves to the work of the Auxiliary and the generous gifts the
Auxiliary makes available for our residents
Jigsaw PUZZLES and puzzle BOARDs donated The family of
Mrs Janet Korber made a gift of three revolving jigsaw puzzle boards and more than
twenty puzzles to the Home in memory of their mother The family worked with the
activities department to make the gift one that would be enjoyed by Mrs Korberrsquos
friends and many future residents With the onset of winter weather the puzzles and
boards will be an especially welcome pastime
Ipad purchased with community foundation
grant Our Home has received a $500 grant from the iPACP fund administered
by the Community Foundation for the Alleghenies The grant money was used to
purchase an IPad to be used by residents with neurological disorders that limit their
communication skills Interchangeable applications for the iPad will allow these
residents to communicate in writing or through the use of icons according to evolving
therapy needs
QUALITY NURSING DIRECTOR EARNS CERTIFICATION
Mrs Amanda Snyder RN BSN PCHA has completed the requirements to become a
Certified Nursing Director in Long Term Care The certification is awarded by the
American Society for Long Term Care Nurses Mrs Snyder is the Quality Nursing
Director at the Home responsible for maintaining state standards of care and providing
in service education
Activities for daily living suite added Activities for Daily
Living (ADL) is a program designed to complement our therapy services Using the
skills reclaimed through physical and occupational therapy and applying them to real
life situations ADL prepares our residents for their return to independent living The
opportunity to master actual life skills under the supervision of a therapist raises the
residentsrsquo confidence and increases their success rate To facilitate the program the
Home is constructing an ADL suite It will be located next to the basement chapel and
contain a full working kitchen bathroom bedroom and living area
Breast cancer awareness activities The Home staff once again
took part in October breast cancer awareness month activities Dress down days
cookie sales bracelet sales and participation in breast cancer walksruns led to a
donation of $307 made to the Joyce Murtha Breast Care Center in Windber
ldquoMay you have the gladness of Christmas which is hope
The spirit of Christmas which is peace
And the heart of Christmas which is loverdquo
Blessed Christmas and Happy New Year
From the BHCW residents staff and general board
Brethren Home Community Windber
Tree of Stars 2016 Please help us decorate the
Christmas Tree of Stars
in this 33rd year of our program Your donation will not only honor or memorialize a loved one or friend it will help our Home to provide our residents benevolent care The names of those persons being remembered will be displayed on the Christmas Tree in the Circle Lounge and
published in our newsletter
Please return the bottom portion with your
contribution to
- -- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Christmas Tree of Stars 2016
Please hang a Star in Memory of _______________________________________
OR
Please hang an Ornament in Honor of ____________________________________
Donated By _______________________________________ Amount_______________
Address _________________________________________
__________________________________________
Church of the Brethren Home 227 Hoffman Avenue Windber PA 15963 Attn Tree of Stars
Mail completed registration form and payment for Leviticus to
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center
One Alpha DriveElizabethtown PA 17022
Make checks payable to SVMC
Questions Contact us at717-361-1450
svmcetownedu
REG ISTRATION FORM
Name
Address
PhoneE-mail
Congregation District
Where did you hear about this event
Other dietary restrictionsMeat or vegetarian lunch
Ten Plus Reasons to Love Leviticus
BOB NEFF Keynote Speaker
Other speakersChristina Bucher (sexuality in Leviticus from different faith perspectives)
David Leiter (social justice and Leviticus)Frank Ramirez (the Brethren and Leviticus 19)
Brody Rike (atonement and orientation to God)
Leviticus is a book for our time Leviticus challenges us to lives of integrity seven days a week by respecting our elders and the marginalized resolving our feelings and disputes with our neighbor protecting the rights of the alien addressing economic and social inequity care for the environment the appropriate preparation of food and its consumption living from the perspective of the Holy One This study unlike most book investigations will not follow chapter by chapter but will begin in the center of the book with chapter 19 and the directive ldquoYou shall be holy as I am Holyrdquo Leviticus invites us to lead a holy life that is strikingly relevant to our lives today
Cost $60 (includes light breakfast lunch and 06 CEUs)
Registration due to SVMC by April 10 2017
S u s q u e h a n n a V a l l e y M i n i s t r y C e n t e rContinuing Education Series
ELIZABETHTOWN COLLEGE bull Susquehanna Room
APRIL 24 2017900 am - 400 pm (Registration at 830)
Bob Neff is an Old Testament scholar President Emeritus of Juniata College and former General Secretary of the Church of the Brethren
Understanding Our American
Muslim Neighbors
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center Continuing Education Series
Islam is the fastest growing religion in the US and this event is designed to introduce our American Muslim neighbors so that we might begin to love them as Jesus commanded Participants will visit some of our Muslim neighbors at a local mosque The presenter George Pickens has been teaching Islam and Christian witness among Muslims for over 25 years first in Africa where he spent 14 years and currently at Messiah College where he is Professor of Theology and Director of the Program in Peace and Conflict Studies George is actively involved in building positive relations with Muslims in the Capital Region of central Pennsylvania and he is a member of the Mechanicsburg (PA) Church of the Brethren and an ordained minister in the Church of the Brethren
Cost is $5500 (includes light breakfast lunch and 07 CEUrsquos) If 3 or more register from the same congregation cost is $35person If possible please register all from congregation at the same time Registration will cap at 35 participants so please register early
Registration deadline March 10 2017
Mail completed registration form and payment for American Mus1im
Neighbors to
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center
One Alpha DriveElizabethtown PA 17022
Make checks payable to SVMC
Questions Contact us at717-361-1450
REG ISTRATION FORM
Name
Address
PhoneE-mail
Congregation District
Where did you hear about this event
Other dietary restrictionsMeat or vegetarian lunch
Led by George Pickens
March 25 2017 900 am - 500 pm
Mechanicsburg Church of the Brethren
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Mail completed registration form and payment for Art for Worship to
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center
One Alpha DriveElizabethtown PA 17022
Make checks payable to SVMC
Questions
Contact us at717-361-1450
svmcetownedu
REG ISTRATION FORM
NameAre you over 18
Address
PhoneE-mail
Congregation District
Where did you hear about this event
Other dietary restrictionsMeat or vegetarian lunch
Art for WorshipReimaginingReimagining
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center Continuing Education Program presents
March 18 2017Lititz Church of the Brethren900 am - 400 pm
Like the choral anthem the message the prayers and rituals liturgical art enhances the worship experience Each element is meant to awaken us and open our hearts to God The spiritual disciplines that go into sermon writingmdashprayer meditation study and reflectionmdashcan also be used to create liturgical art This kind of art-marking can be called ldquoco-creationrdquo for one creates in partnership with The Creator in a process that is itself an act of worship This workshop will explore fresh possibilities for art in liturgical spaces and lead participants through a process for ldquoco-creatingrdquo art themselves
Cost $65 (includes light breakfast lunch materials fee and 06 CEUs)Registration deadline March 3 2017
Led by Diane BrandtLed by Diane Brandt
ldquoThe Ascending Dancerdquo by Diane Brandt
Diane Brandt is Minister of Visual Arts at St Peterrsquos United Church of Christ in Lancaster PA
Yes
No
A ministry of the Church of the Brethren
1414 Plank Road P O Box 158
Hooversville PA 15936-0158 E-mail harmonycampharmonyorg
httpwwwcampharmonyorg
(814) 798-5885 FAX (814) 798-2225
ldquoThe Church of the Brethren should be absolutely fearless absurdly happy and always
getting into trouble for Jesusrdquo Quote from Dan Westhellip
FUTURE EVENTS
Faith Promise Benefit Dinner ndash December 3 ndash 500 PM ndash Call Camp to register
Alutiig Training ndash December 4 - 16
Childrenrsquos Christmas Party ndash December 10 ndash 900 AM - Call the District Office to register
Welcome to Bethlehem ndash December 10 ndash Greenhouse Park
Salix Bethel Youth Retreat ndash January 13 ndash 15
Cub Scout Retreat ndash January 21
Winter Youth Retreats
Junior Retreat ndash Grades 3 ndash 6 ndash January 27 ndash 29 2017
Teen Retreat ndash Grades 7 ndash 12 ndash February 3 ndash 5 2017
HERITAGE LODGE (oldest and last remaining original building at Camp) ROOF
UPDATE
Thank you volunteers for all your help on repairing and getting the roof ready for the metal roof
Camp has contracted with Kaufman Metals to put on the metal which puts the roof under
warranty Also we thank everyone for all the financial donations for the initial stage of the roof
and a congregation for their donation so Camp could contract for placement of the metal When
we all work together ndash all things are possible THANK YOU The roof is scheduled to be
put on the end of November andor the beginning of December
2016 ldquo52 GOD BLESS YOU TEAMrdquo
As more and more families are blessed they contribute $100 a week or $5200 to Camp so that
the ministry can bless others Join the 2016 team The original premise was that if all the families
in the District contributed $52 the mortgage could be eliminated The 2016 Team includes 60
families and congregations who have contributed $3700 Thank you so much for your
donationshelliphellip
Watch for the end of the year Camp Harmony newsletters They will be distributed soon
ldquoInviting all people to experience the wonder of
creation and find harmony with God with nature and
with one another
CAMP HARMONY
2 youth weekends
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2 Youth Weekends
January 27-29
Junior Retreat - Grades 3-6
February 3-5
Teen Retreat - Grades 7-12
Camper Name_____________________________________
Gender __M __F Birthdate_________ Current Grade ____
Parent or Legal Guardian(s) Names
_______________________________________________
Mailing Address___________________________________
City__________________ State ______ Zip __________
Email Address____________________________________
Home Phone______________________________________
Emergency Phone__________________________________
Special Instructions_______________________________
Is this your first time Camp Harmony ___Yes ___No
Which Retreat are you Registering For
Junior (grades 3-6) Teen (Grades 7-12)
January 27-29 2017 February 3-5 2017
Please complete if your church is paying a portion of the fee
Church name______________________________________
The church will be paying $_____ of the registration fee
Authorized Signature (Required Pastor or Camp Rep)
________________________________________________
In signing this application I grant permission for my child to attend Camp Harmony and for Camp
Harmony to use images (photo video etc) of my child and members of my family in camp publicity
(print ads internet including social networking sites etc) I waive the right to inspect or approve
images for such purposes I also acknowledge that by their very nature outdoor and camping ac-
tivities involve some risk of injury I understand also that although the camp has taken precau-
tions to provide proper supervision instruction training and equipment for each activity it is
impossible for the camp to guarantee absolute safety I further understand that participation in
these activities is voluntary and waive any claim that may arise against the camp andor employees
as a result of participation in the program except for those that are a direct result of gross
negligence of the camp or its employees
______________________________________________________________ Parent or Legal Guardian Signature Date
If you canrsquot wait until next summer to come back to camp
this is the retreat for you During our winter retreats at
Camp Harmony we do many of our favorite activities from
summer including crafts worship games and Bible lessons
Plus wersquoll get to go sledding and play in the snow Each
weekend is designed to strengthen your faith in Christ and
grow in your walk with Him We canrsquot wait to see you at Camp
Harmony
Registration Friday Evening 7-8 pm
Pick up Sunday Afternoon 2 pm
Cost $100 per camper
Things to bring
Bedding money for store amp offering towel amp toiletries
seasonal clothing including extra shoes and socks Bible
All of your FRIENDS
How to Register
Mail your completed registration form (one per camper) and
a $25 non-refundable deposit to
Camp Harmony Winter Retreats
PO Box 158
1414 Plank Road
Hooversville PA 15936
Payments can be made by cash check or credit card We
recommend full prepayment to reduce time in registration
line Registrations received less than one week from be-
ginning of retreat date will be charged a $15 late fee
Have questions or need more information
8147985885
programcampharmonyorg
AVAILABLE SPEAKERS LIST
January 2017 ORDAINED
ABRAHAM FARREL ndash 4315 Seton Dr Pittsburgh 15227-1245 ndash 412-979-0067 BALDEO ISAAC - 4555 Glen Eden Rd Cranberry Twp 16066-3001 -724 452-0923 BAUGHMAN CARL L - 130 Homewood Dr Butler 16001-1960 -724 283-1051 BERKEBILE WES J ndash 4285 State Route 208 New Wilmington 16142 ndash 724-901-7058 BROADWATER KEVIN L - 475 Keystone St Meyersdale 15552-6943 - 814 442-5684 CHRISTNER JAY L ndash 313 N Edgewood Ave Somerset 15501-1355 ndash 814-445-4223 DEFFENBAUGH BARRON K - 207 Churchill St Johnstown 15904 - 814 266-9758 DERR AMELIA ndash 1202 Roberts Street Nanty Glo 15943-1325 ndash 814-749-0262 DERR HORACE - 1202 Roberts Street Nanty Glo 15943-1325 ndash 814-749-0262 EASH JOHN E - 131 Friendship Ln Hollsopple 15935-6732 - 814 629-0206 GREEN GARY ndash 4589 Somerset Pike Hollsopple 15935-8217 ndash 814-479-5096 GREW DOTTIE H - 509 Sherman St Meyersdale 15552-1239 - 814 634-5329 HAY CHARLES R - 1127 E Main St Berlin 15530-1428-814 267-3205 HIRONIMUS BERTHA - 142 Bent Tree Hill Ligonier 15658-3202 -724 238-3984 HOUGHTON JAMES E - 124 Lindberg Ave Johnstown 15905-3019 -814 255-2431 HOUGHTON SALLY M - 124 Lindberg Ave Johnstown 15905-3019 -814 255-2431 KABLER ERIC P - 126 Clermont St Johnstown 15904-2132 - 814 266-2734 KENSINGER JAMES M - 329 Spackman St Seward 15954-3117 - 814 446-1088 LONGWELL ERIC M -240 Plumcreek Rd Shelocta 15774- 724 599-8690 MANGES JOHN W ndash 137 Catskill Ln Johnstown 15904-7523 MARSHALL HOMER H - 369 W Church Ave Masontown 15461-1651 -724 583-7073 MARSHALL PATRICIA M - 369 W Church Ave Masontown 15461-1651 -724 583-7073 MOORE EDWIN E JR - 107 Sabra Court Uniontown 15401-9729 - 724 970-2505 PETERMAN SANDRA M -110 Windy Ridge Ln Apt 3 Shelocta 15774 - 724 354-6026 REININGER LINDA L - 229 Davis St Johnstown 15906-1517 -814 539-1345 RUMMEL DALE E - 6171 Greenville Pike Grampian 15666-1959 -732 319-0099 RUPERT JACK - 409 State St Johnstown 15905-2642 - 814 322-7786 New Day ndash 814 535-8202 SHAFFER JUDITH A - PO Box 319 Donegal 15628-0319 - 724 516-9191 SHAULIS M ERIC- 25 Sixth Ave Meyersdale 15552-1444 -814 634-8740 SMITH A HARRISON -506 Sciandro Dr Greensburg 15601- 724837-4491 STEIN ROBERT R - PO Box 375 Chalk Hill 15421-0375 - 724 438-2226 SWICK MICHAEL R - 4127 Greenville Rd Meyersdale 15552-8518 -814 634-8158 WALKER JUDY M -425 Morningside Ave Jeannette 15644 - 724 522-5260 WALKER LARRY E - 425 Morningside Ave Jeannette 15644 - 724 522-5260 WHIPPLE CHARLES D - 317 Wyoming St Greensburg 15601-3947 -724 600-6332 WESTLAKE ELVA JEAN -436 Pony Farm Rd Kittanning 16201-4639-724 548-4901 WILLOUGHBY CAROLYN S-207 Churchill St Johnstown 15904-814 266-9758 YOUNG FRANK P ndash 105 Old Hickory Lane Johnston 15905-3377 ndash 814-418-5930
LICENSED
DERCK JOY E - 3089 Dutch Run Rd Shelocta 15774-2224 - 724 354-3386 DERMER JOANN - 3062 Hyndman Rd Hyndman 15545 - 814 842-6489 HILER GARY W - 228 Baltzer Bridge Rd Friedens 15541-6320 - 814 267-6722 ISHMAN DANIEL R - 116 Todd Rd Freeport 16229 - 724 540-5214 MARSZALEK CHERYL A - 409 Herman Ave Wilmerding 15148-1206 - 412 551-6422 SHAFFER ABBY R -(office) 115 Spring Rd Hollsopple 15935-7412 - 814 479-2181 YOST ERIC W ndash 1009 First Street Windber PA 15963 ndash 814-467-0882
LAY SPEAKER RAMER DONNA L -102 Franklin Dr Greensburg 15601-1305-724 836-0594
Thanks very much for keeping the reports coming in The NEW Form B that comes from the Yearbook Office in Elgin and updates contact information about your congregationrsquos board or leadership team chair the treasurer a deacon contact and a number of other contact persons will be coming to congregations and contact persons soon Please be sure to review the material provided on Form B and make updates as they are needed Complete addresses and phone numbers are appreciated as well as email addresses if they are available The Additional Officers
Form for 2016 will be sent from the District Office soon
In addition the Congregational Outreach Form for 20162017 has been sent from the COB Stewardship Office and is due by December 1 2016 If you have a question you will need to contact the Stewardship Office at 800-323-8039 ext 361 A downloadable version of the form as well as a new fillable option is also available at wwwbrethrenorgstewardship Feel free to use that option in order to switch to paperless reporting
The forms listed below were received in the District Office as of November 20 ALL of these informational forms are important to both the district and the denomination The updated forms are sent to Elgin and they provide a copy for the District Office If you have a question about a form please donrsquot hesitate to contact Tina at 814 479-2181 or toll free 1-866-279-2181 Your prompt attention to this task will be appreciated Thanks
Church Code
Church Name
Form A
Form B
2015 Statistical Report
Additional Officers
Self-Allocation
37-010 Arbutus
37-015 Beachdale
37-020 Bear Run
37-030 Berkey
37-050 Bethel
37-060 Brothersvalley
37-068 Canaan
37-070 Center
37-080 Center Hill
37-090 Conemaugh
37-100 Connellsville
37-110 County Line
37-130 Elbethel
37-140 Erie Community United
37-150 Fairchance
37-160 Fair View
37-170 Farmington Bethel
37-190 Geiger
37-195 Good Samaritan
37-200 Greensburg
37-210 Greenville
37-220 Hooversville
37-230 Hostetler
37-240 Hyndman
37-250 Indiana
37-310 Ligonier First
37-320 Locust Grove
37-340 Maple Glen
37-350 Maple Grove
37-360 Maple Spring
37-380 Meyersdale
37-390 Middlecreek
37-400 Monroeville
37-410 Montgomery
Church Code
Church Name
Form A
Form B
2015 Statistical Report
Additional Officers
Self-Allocation
37-260 Morrellville
37-420 Mount Joy
37-430 Mount Pleasant
37-270 Moxham
37-440 Nanty Glo
37-450 Natrona Heights
37-460 Oakdale
37-470 Penn Run
37-475 Pike Run
37-480 Pleasant Hill
37-500 Plumcreek
37-505 Purchase Line
37-508 Rayman
37-510 Robinson
37-520 Rockton
37-530 Rockwood
37-280 Roxbury
37-540 Rummel
37-550 Salisbury
37-560 Scalp Level
37-570 Shade CreekRidge
37-580 Sipesville
37-590 Somerset
37-620 Ten Mile
37-630 Tire Hill
37-635 Union Chapel
37-640 Uniontown
37-290 Walnut Grove
37-645 Way of Hope
37-300 Westmont
37-650 Windber
37-660 Wooddale
2016 District Events and Meetings
This calendar will be updated as we receive dates from your groups please send your important dates to the District Office
ASAP to insure they will be on the District Calendar Thank you EVENTS ARE CODED AS
District Events open for anyone in the District to attend - CAPS Meetings such as District Leadership Team Camp Board Home Trustees and events beyond the District - small print Youth and Childrenrsquos Activities -ITALICS amp CAPS
SUGGESTIONS FOR USE KEEP FOR REFERENCE WHEN SETTING LOCAL CHURCH DATES Each month check this page in District HIGHLIGHTS for changesadditions Keep your calendar updated
DECEMBER 2016
4 - SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT
10 - CHILDRENrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY ndash Camp Harmony ndash more information to come
11 - THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT
18 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT
19 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
25 - MERRY CHIRSTMAS
26 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
31 - NEW YEARrsquoS EVE
2017 District Events and Meetings
This calendar will be updated as we receive dates from your groups please send your important dates to the District Office
ASAP to insure they will be on the District Calendar Thank you EVENTS ARE CODED AS
District Events open for anyone in the District to attend - CAPS Meetings such as District Leadership Team Camp Board Home Trustees and events beyond the District - small print Youth and Childrenrsquos Activities - ITALICS amp CAPS
SUGGESTIONS FOR USE KEEP FOR REFERENCE WHEN SETTING LOCAL CHURCH DATES Each month check this page in District HIGHLIGHTS for changesadditions Keep your calendar updated
JANUARY 2017
1 - HAPPY NEW YEAR
8 - EPIPHANY
18-25 - WEEK OF PRAYER FOR CHRISTIAN UNITY
30 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
FEBRUARY 2017
9 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
18 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
20 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
MARCH 2017
1 - ASH WEDNESDAY
3 - WORLD DAY OF PRAYER
5 - FIRST SUNDAY OF LENT
12 - DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME BEGINS (Turn clocks AHEAD one hour)
12 - SECOND SUNDAY OF LENT
19 - THIRD SUNDAY OF LENT
20 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
26 - ONE GREAT HOUR OF SHARING
26 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF LENT
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
APRIL 2017
2 - FIFTH SUNDAY OF LENT
9 - PALM SUNDAY
13 - MAUNDY THURSDAY
14 - GOOD FRIDAY
16 - ALLELUIA CHRIST IS RISEN
17 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
22 - Earth Day
24 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
MAY 2017
4 - NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER
7 - NATIONAL YOUTH SUNDAY
5-6 - District Womenrsquos Retreat ndash Camp Harmony
11 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
14 - HAPPY MOTHERrsquoS DAY
20 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
22 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
25 - ASCENSION DAY
29 - MEMORIAL DAY
29 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
JUNE 2017
4 - HAPPY BIRTHDAY CHURCH (Pentecost Sunday)
4 - Annual Conference Briefing Geiger COB
18 - HAPPY FATHERrsquoS DAY
19 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
26 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
28 -ANNUAL CONFERENCE (begins) Grand Rapids Michigan
JULY 2017
2 - ANNUAL CONFERENCE (concludes) Greensboro North Carolina
4 - INDEPENDENCE DAY
20 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm - Beachley Residence (District Conference Business)
24 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
28 - District Leadership Team 6 pm Arbutus Church (District Conference Business)
31 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
AUGUST 2017
21 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
28 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
SEPTEMBER 2017
4 - LABOR DAY
14 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
16 - CAMP HARMONY FESTIVAL
18 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
21 - DAY OF PRAYER FOR PEACE
23 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
25 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
OCTOBER 2017
1 - WORLD COMMUNION SUNDAY
21 - District Conference 9 am Camp Harmony
23 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
30 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
NOVEMBER 2017
4 - ELEVENTH ANNUAL DISTRICT AUCTION 9 am Camp Harmony
5 - DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME ENDS (Turn clocks BACK one hour)
9 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
18 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
20 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
23 - HAPPY THANKSGIVING
26 - FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
DECEMBER 2017
3 - SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT
9 - CHILDRENrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY ndash Camp Harmony ndash more information to come
10 - THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT
17 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT
18 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
25 - MERRY CHIRSTMAS
- Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
31 - NEW YEARrsquoS EVE
PLEASE NOTE Dates will be added or changed as needed If your District group team or committee has additions or changes to this calendar please contact the District Office as soon as possible Your help is much appreciated
Western Pennsylvania District Highlights
December 2016January 2017 page 9
Global Mission Updates Denominational News go to wwwbrethrenorg for the most complete and up to date news from the Church of the Brethren
Global Mission Prayer Guide
United States
Pray for the Death Row Support Project (DRSP) a Church of the Brethren ministry that connects death row inmates with pen pals A person confined to death row often spends up to 23 hours each day alone in a small cell DRSP helps remind participants of Godrsquos love for everyone by bringing a small level of connection to the inmatesrsquo extreme isolation and by helping those on the outside to dispel fear and stereotypes Give thanks for the increased interest and participation in the program Pray that the Death Row Support Project and its volunteers can help in the effort to abolish the death penalty in the United States
Pray for the Brethren Disaster Ministries (BDM) rebuilding project near Columbia SC which is continuing recovery efforts following the October 2015 flooding and picking up where the ecumenical Disaster Recovery Support Initiative left off Pray for the health and safety of the rebuild volunteers Pray for the many South Carolinians affected by the flooding who are still rebuilding their lives
South Sudan
Pray for the great need in South Sudan A World Food Program representative stated that a third of South Sudans population up to four million people is severely food insecure Additionally accord-ing to the United Nations an average of 3500 people flee the country each day trying to escape the ongoing violent conflict Instability in the UNs peacekeeping efforts have further increased the countrys challenges Pray for all those who work for peace in South Sudan especially Global Mission worker Athanasus Ungang
Venezuela
Pray for a gathering of pastors interested in the emerging Brethren group in Venezuela Approxi-mately 400 pastors and leaders are expected to meet in the city of Valle la Pascua Alexandre Gon-ccedilalves a pastor with Igreja da Irmandade-Brasil (Church of the Brethren in Brazil) will provide lead-ership as the group continues to learn about and discuss Church of the Brethren theology and prac-tice
North Korea
Pray for traveling mercies for Global Mission workers Linda and Robert Shank as they return home from another semester at Pyongyang University of Science and Technology Give thanks for the Shanks continued opportunity to serve as teachers and dean of agriculture at this school for North Koreas future leaders
Western Pennsylvania District Highlights
December 2016January 2017 page 10
Global Mission Updates
Global Mission Prayer Guide
Denominational News go to wwwbrethrenorg for the most complete and up to date news from the Church of the Brethren
Haiti
Give thanks for the initial distributions of food and supplies to Hurricane Matthew survivors provided by Eglise des Freres drsquoHaiti (the Church of the Brethren in Haiti) and funded by an Emergency Disaster Fund grant Approximately 660 families have been served in communities of Bomba-dopolis Savanette Jeremie Bois Leger and Les Cayes Distributed items include clothing tarps matches candles bleach toothbrushes and food including canned chicken provided by Southern Pennsylvania and Mid-Atlantic Districts of the Church of the Brethren Pray for the travels of Roy Winter associate executive director of Global Mission and Service and Brethren Disaster Ministries and Jeff Boshart manager of the Global Food Initiative as they meet with Haitian Brethren leaders to develop further plans for rebuilding and recovery
Nigeria
Praise God for the first church building initiative in recent years that brings together members from the Church of the Brethren in the United States and the Church of the Brethren in Nigeria (EYN - Ekklesiyar Yanuwa a Nigeria) The church is being built for EYN families who have been displaced due to violence Pray for health and safety Pray that all participants be renewed by this time of joint service and solidarity Pray for enthusiasm and generosity toward future Nigeria workcamps
Leaders from Eglise des Freres drsquoHaiti visit the community of Bombadopolis to distribute supplies to hurricane victims Photo by Ilexene Alphonse
Leaders from Eglise des Freres drsquoHaiti visit tAfter a worship service of welcome and praise participants begin work on church construction leveling the floor and pouring the foundation Photo by Jay Wittmeyer
2017 District Womenrsquos Spring Event
Women of God ndash Joy in the Journey
ldquoTherefore my heart is gladhelliphelliprdquo Psalm 169
The District Womenrsquos Ministries are so excited to share with you
that we will be sponsoring a fabulous Womenrsquos Retreat on
Friday May 5 2017 through Saturday May 6 2017
Come share in the Joy of our Lord through stories inspiration good music
laughter prayer good food the beauty of the land and some well-deserved rest
The Retreat will be held at Camp Harmony this year Most of our lodging will be
at the Harmony House You will be pleased with its transformation All bedding
will be provided except for the pillow for your head (Please bring your favorite
pillow with you)
We would also like you to bring a music box with you if you can Wersquod like to
hear the story behind it
Registration will begin on Friday from 400pm till 600pm
Dinner will be served around 630
Donrsquot -worry there will be time for pampering We are planning to have a
Message Therapist an Essential Oil Therapist and a station for nails and toes
Ladies ndash Pack your bags and prepare for a relaxing getaway Yoursquoll grow closer to
friends deepen your relationship with Jesus and be pampered as well
Join the ldquoJoy in the Journeyrdquo
The cost of the retreat will be $9500 each This will cover all meals and snacks
entertainment gifts refreshments and comfortable lodging We ask that you pay
$5000 with your registration That will be due on February 14th The other $4500
should be paid before April 5th Each person should fill out a registration slip
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2017 District Womenrsquos Spring Event
Women of God ndash Joy in the Journey
Registration Form ndash one form per person
Church ___________________________________________________________
Name _____________________________________________________________
Address ___________________________________________________________
City ____________________________________ State __________ Zip ______
Email _____________________________________________________________
Cost $9500 for 2 day retreat ndash includes meals lodging and all the fun
Deposit $5000 due by February 14 2017
Remaining Balance $4500 due before April 15 2017
Please send Registration Forms and fees to
Pastor Judy Walker 425 Morningside Avenue Jeannette PA 15644-1954
2017 Work Schedule
Please review the 2017 work schedule below and consider giving a day or a week
out of your busy schedules toward this very rewarding worthwhile ministry
Contact your church coordinator or Herb Ewald at hjewaldatlanticbbnet
or (814) 539-8530 as soon as possible to volunteer
Thank you
Day Trips Week Trips
XXXXXXXXXXX March 26 ndash April 1 Project 2 XXXXXXXXXXX with Virlina District
Thursday April 6 July 9 - 15 S Carolina Tuesday April 18 with Beaver Creek Mid - Atlantic
Thursday June 8 September 3 - 9 Project 2 Tuesday June 27 with Brownsville Mid - Atlantic Thursday August 10 October 1 - 7 S Carolina Tuesday August 29 with (open) Thursday October 12 Tuesday October 24 All week long trip locations will be Thursday December 7 announced as info becomes available Tuesday December 19
Brethren Home
Community Windber
December 2016 ndash January 2017
Pastor linda reininger to retire on December 29
Home Chaplain Linda Reininger will retire on December 29 Pastor Linda and her
husband Jim have spent the last five years in pastoral service to our residents We
thank her for her dedicated service and wish her a blessed retirement filled with many
happy hours with her family
CPR mannequins purchased by Home Auxiliary
The Home Auxiliary and members of the nursing department have partnered to make
required cardio-pulmonary resuscitation classes available for our staff The Auxiliary
purchased a set of cardio pulmonary resuscitation mannequins and instructional tapes
to be used in CPR classes Mrs Nancy Donati RN and Mrs Jeri Lynn Felski RN
became certified CPR instructors through the American Heart Association With the
purchase of the mannequins and instructional tapes along with onsite instructors
classes can be scheduled at our staffrsquos convenience with no additional costs
Auxiliary officers installed At the November meeting Pastor Ron
St Clair installed these Home Auxiliary officers for 2017 President Arbutus Eash Vice
President Donna Ramer Corresponding Secretary Janet Fisher Recording Secretary
Connie Berkebile Treasurer April Mackell Assistant Treasurer Marilyn Manotti At
the meeting the Auxiliary also made these purchases for the Home six infection control
supply cabinets renovations for one resident room piano tuning and knife sharpeners
for a total of just over $3000 As always the Home is tremendously grateful for the
officers who dedicate themselves to the work of the Auxiliary and the generous gifts the
Auxiliary makes available for our residents
Jigsaw PUZZLES and puzzle BOARDs donated The family of
Mrs Janet Korber made a gift of three revolving jigsaw puzzle boards and more than
twenty puzzles to the Home in memory of their mother The family worked with the
activities department to make the gift one that would be enjoyed by Mrs Korberrsquos
friends and many future residents With the onset of winter weather the puzzles and
boards will be an especially welcome pastime
Ipad purchased with community foundation
grant Our Home has received a $500 grant from the iPACP fund administered
by the Community Foundation for the Alleghenies The grant money was used to
purchase an IPad to be used by residents with neurological disorders that limit their
communication skills Interchangeable applications for the iPad will allow these
residents to communicate in writing or through the use of icons according to evolving
therapy needs
QUALITY NURSING DIRECTOR EARNS CERTIFICATION
Mrs Amanda Snyder RN BSN PCHA has completed the requirements to become a
Certified Nursing Director in Long Term Care The certification is awarded by the
American Society for Long Term Care Nurses Mrs Snyder is the Quality Nursing
Director at the Home responsible for maintaining state standards of care and providing
in service education
Activities for daily living suite added Activities for Daily
Living (ADL) is a program designed to complement our therapy services Using the
skills reclaimed through physical and occupational therapy and applying them to real
life situations ADL prepares our residents for their return to independent living The
opportunity to master actual life skills under the supervision of a therapist raises the
residentsrsquo confidence and increases their success rate To facilitate the program the
Home is constructing an ADL suite It will be located next to the basement chapel and
contain a full working kitchen bathroom bedroom and living area
Breast cancer awareness activities The Home staff once again
took part in October breast cancer awareness month activities Dress down days
cookie sales bracelet sales and participation in breast cancer walksruns led to a
donation of $307 made to the Joyce Murtha Breast Care Center in Windber
ldquoMay you have the gladness of Christmas which is hope
The spirit of Christmas which is peace
And the heart of Christmas which is loverdquo
Blessed Christmas and Happy New Year
From the BHCW residents staff and general board
Brethren Home Community Windber
Tree of Stars 2016 Please help us decorate the
Christmas Tree of Stars
in this 33rd year of our program Your donation will not only honor or memorialize a loved one or friend it will help our Home to provide our residents benevolent care The names of those persons being remembered will be displayed on the Christmas Tree in the Circle Lounge and
published in our newsletter
Please return the bottom portion with your
contribution to
- -- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Christmas Tree of Stars 2016
Please hang a Star in Memory of _______________________________________
OR
Please hang an Ornament in Honor of ____________________________________
Donated By _______________________________________ Amount_______________
Address _________________________________________
__________________________________________
Church of the Brethren Home 227 Hoffman Avenue Windber PA 15963 Attn Tree of Stars
Mail completed registration form and payment for Leviticus to
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center
One Alpha DriveElizabethtown PA 17022
Make checks payable to SVMC
Questions Contact us at717-361-1450
svmcetownedu
REG ISTRATION FORM
Name
Address
PhoneE-mail
Congregation District
Where did you hear about this event
Other dietary restrictionsMeat or vegetarian lunch
Ten Plus Reasons to Love Leviticus
BOB NEFF Keynote Speaker
Other speakersChristina Bucher (sexuality in Leviticus from different faith perspectives)
David Leiter (social justice and Leviticus)Frank Ramirez (the Brethren and Leviticus 19)
Brody Rike (atonement and orientation to God)
Leviticus is a book for our time Leviticus challenges us to lives of integrity seven days a week by respecting our elders and the marginalized resolving our feelings and disputes with our neighbor protecting the rights of the alien addressing economic and social inequity care for the environment the appropriate preparation of food and its consumption living from the perspective of the Holy One This study unlike most book investigations will not follow chapter by chapter but will begin in the center of the book with chapter 19 and the directive ldquoYou shall be holy as I am Holyrdquo Leviticus invites us to lead a holy life that is strikingly relevant to our lives today
Cost $60 (includes light breakfast lunch and 06 CEUs)
Registration due to SVMC by April 10 2017
S u s q u e h a n n a V a l l e y M i n i s t r y C e n t e rContinuing Education Series
ELIZABETHTOWN COLLEGE bull Susquehanna Room
APRIL 24 2017900 am - 400 pm (Registration at 830)
Bob Neff is an Old Testament scholar President Emeritus of Juniata College and former General Secretary of the Church of the Brethren
Understanding Our American
Muslim Neighbors
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center Continuing Education Series
Islam is the fastest growing religion in the US and this event is designed to introduce our American Muslim neighbors so that we might begin to love them as Jesus commanded Participants will visit some of our Muslim neighbors at a local mosque The presenter George Pickens has been teaching Islam and Christian witness among Muslims for over 25 years first in Africa where he spent 14 years and currently at Messiah College where he is Professor of Theology and Director of the Program in Peace and Conflict Studies George is actively involved in building positive relations with Muslims in the Capital Region of central Pennsylvania and he is a member of the Mechanicsburg (PA) Church of the Brethren and an ordained minister in the Church of the Brethren
Cost is $5500 (includes light breakfast lunch and 07 CEUrsquos) If 3 or more register from the same congregation cost is $35person If possible please register all from congregation at the same time Registration will cap at 35 participants so please register early
Registration deadline March 10 2017
Mail completed registration form and payment for American Mus1im
Neighbors to
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center
One Alpha DriveElizabethtown PA 17022
Make checks payable to SVMC
Questions Contact us at717-361-1450
REG ISTRATION FORM
Name
Address
PhoneE-mail
Congregation District
Where did you hear about this event
Other dietary restrictionsMeat or vegetarian lunch
Led by George Pickens
March 25 2017 900 am - 500 pm
Mechanicsburg Church of the Brethren
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Mail completed registration form and payment for Art for Worship to
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center
One Alpha DriveElizabethtown PA 17022
Make checks payable to SVMC
Questions
Contact us at717-361-1450
svmcetownedu
REG ISTRATION FORM
NameAre you over 18
Address
PhoneE-mail
Congregation District
Where did you hear about this event
Other dietary restrictionsMeat or vegetarian lunch
Art for WorshipReimaginingReimagining
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center Continuing Education Program presents
March 18 2017Lititz Church of the Brethren900 am - 400 pm
Like the choral anthem the message the prayers and rituals liturgical art enhances the worship experience Each element is meant to awaken us and open our hearts to God The spiritual disciplines that go into sermon writingmdashprayer meditation study and reflectionmdashcan also be used to create liturgical art This kind of art-marking can be called ldquoco-creationrdquo for one creates in partnership with The Creator in a process that is itself an act of worship This workshop will explore fresh possibilities for art in liturgical spaces and lead participants through a process for ldquoco-creatingrdquo art themselves
Cost $65 (includes light breakfast lunch materials fee and 06 CEUs)Registration deadline March 3 2017
Led by Diane BrandtLed by Diane Brandt
ldquoThe Ascending Dancerdquo by Diane Brandt
Diane Brandt is Minister of Visual Arts at St Peterrsquos United Church of Christ in Lancaster PA
Yes
No
A ministry of the Church of the Brethren
1414 Plank Road P O Box 158
Hooversville PA 15936-0158 E-mail harmonycampharmonyorg
httpwwwcampharmonyorg
(814) 798-5885 FAX (814) 798-2225
ldquoThe Church of the Brethren should be absolutely fearless absurdly happy and always
getting into trouble for Jesusrdquo Quote from Dan Westhellip
FUTURE EVENTS
Faith Promise Benefit Dinner ndash December 3 ndash 500 PM ndash Call Camp to register
Alutiig Training ndash December 4 - 16
Childrenrsquos Christmas Party ndash December 10 ndash 900 AM - Call the District Office to register
Welcome to Bethlehem ndash December 10 ndash Greenhouse Park
Salix Bethel Youth Retreat ndash January 13 ndash 15
Cub Scout Retreat ndash January 21
Winter Youth Retreats
Junior Retreat ndash Grades 3 ndash 6 ndash January 27 ndash 29 2017
Teen Retreat ndash Grades 7 ndash 12 ndash February 3 ndash 5 2017
HERITAGE LODGE (oldest and last remaining original building at Camp) ROOF
UPDATE
Thank you volunteers for all your help on repairing and getting the roof ready for the metal roof
Camp has contracted with Kaufman Metals to put on the metal which puts the roof under
warranty Also we thank everyone for all the financial donations for the initial stage of the roof
and a congregation for their donation so Camp could contract for placement of the metal When
we all work together ndash all things are possible THANK YOU The roof is scheduled to be
put on the end of November andor the beginning of December
2016 ldquo52 GOD BLESS YOU TEAMrdquo
As more and more families are blessed they contribute $100 a week or $5200 to Camp so that
the ministry can bless others Join the 2016 team The original premise was that if all the families
in the District contributed $52 the mortgage could be eliminated The 2016 Team includes 60
families and congregations who have contributed $3700 Thank you so much for your
donationshelliphellip
Watch for the end of the year Camp Harmony newsletters They will be distributed soon
ldquoInviting all people to experience the wonder of
creation and find harmony with God with nature and
with one another
CAMP HARMONY
2 youth weekends
CampHarmonyorg
8147985885
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2 Youth Weekends
January 27-29
Junior Retreat - Grades 3-6
February 3-5
Teen Retreat - Grades 7-12
Camper Name_____________________________________
Gender __M __F Birthdate_________ Current Grade ____
Parent or Legal Guardian(s) Names
_______________________________________________
Mailing Address___________________________________
City__________________ State ______ Zip __________
Email Address____________________________________
Home Phone______________________________________
Emergency Phone__________________________________
Special Instructions_______________________________
Is this your first time Camp Harmony ___Yes ___No
Which Retreat are you Registering For
Junior (grades 3-6) Teen (Grades 7-12)
January 27-29 2017 February 3-5 2017
Please complete if your church is paying a portion of the fee
Church name______________________________________
The church will be paying $_____ of the registration fee
Authorized Signature (Required Pastor or Camp Rep)
________________________________________________
In signing this application I grant permission for my child to attend Camp Harmony and for Camp
Harmony to use images (photo video etc) of my child and members of my family in camp publicity
(print ads internet including social networking sites etc) I waive the right to inspect or approve
images for such purposes I also acknowledge that by their very nature outdoor and camping ac-
tivities involve some risk of injury I understand also that although the camp has taken precau-
tions to provide proper supervision instruction training and equipment for each activity it is
impossible for the camp to guarantee absolute safety I further understand that participation in
these activities is voluntary and waive any claim that may arise against the camp andor employees
as a result of participation in the program except for those that are a direct result of gross
negligence of the camp or its employees
______________________________________________________________ Parent or Legal Guardian Signature Date
If you canrsquot wait until next summer to come back to camp
this is the retreat for you During our winter retreats at
Camp Harmony we do many of our favorite activities from
summer including crafts worship games and Bible lessons
Plus wersquoll get to go sledding and play in the snow Each
weekend is designed to strengthen your faith in Christ and
grow in your walk with Him We canrsquot wait to see you at Camp
Harmony
Registration Friday Evening 7-8 pm
Pick up Sunday Afternoon 2 pm
Cost $100 per camper
Things to bring
Bedding money for store amp offering towel amp toiletries
seasonal clothing including extra shoes and socks Bible
All of your FRIENDS
How to Register
Mail your completed registration form (one per camper) and
a $25 non-refundable deposit to
Camp Harmony Winter Retreats
PO Box 158
1414 Plank Road
Hooversville PA 15936
Payments can be made by cash check or credit card We
recommend full prepayment to reduce time in registration
line Registrations received less than one week from be-
ginning of retreat date will be charged a $15 late fee
Have questions or need more information
8147985885
programcampharmonyorg
AVAILABLE SPEAKERS LIST
January 2017 ORDAINED
ABRAHAM FARREL ndash 4315 Seton Dr Pittsburgh 15227-1245 ndash 412-979-0067 BALDEO ISAAC - 4555 Glen Eden Rd Cranberry Twp 16066-3001 -724 452-0923 BAUGHMAN CARL L - 130 Homewood Dr Butler 16001-1960 -724 283-1051 BERKEBILE WES J ndash 4285 State Route 208 New Wilmington 16142 ndash 724-901-7058 BROADWATER KEVIN L - 475 Keystone St Meyersdale 15552-6943 - 814 442-5684 CHRISTNER JAY L ndash 313 N Edgewood Ave Somerset 15501-1355 ndash 814-445-4223 DEFFENBAUGH BARRON K - 207 Churchill St Johnstown 15904 - 814 266-9758 DERR AMELIA ndash 1202 Roberts Street Nanty Glo 15943-1325 ndash 814-749-0262 DERR HORACE - 1202 Roberts Street Nanty Glo 15943-1325 ndash 814-749-0262 EASH JOHN E - 131 Friendship Ln Hollsopple 15935-6732 - 814 629-0206 GREEN GARY ndash 4589 Somerset Pike Hollsopple 15935-8217 ndash 814-479-5096 GREW DOTTIE H - 509 Sherman St Meyersdale 15552-1239 - 814 634-5329 HAY CHARLES R - 1127 E Main St Berlin 15530-1428-814 267-3205 HIRONIMUS BERTHA - 142 Bent Tree Hill Ligonier 15658-3202 -724 238-3984 HOUGHTON JAMES E - 124 Lindberg Ave Johnstown 15905-3019 -814 255-2431 HOUGHTON SALLY M - 124 Lindberg Ave Johnstown 15905-3019 -814 255-2431 KABLER ERIC P - 126 Clermont St Johnstown 15904-2132 - 814 266-2734 KENSINGER JAMES M - 329 Spackman St Seward 15954-3117 - 814 446-1088 LONGWELL ERIC M -240 Plumcreek Rd Shelocta 15774- 724 599-8690 MANGES JOHN W ndash 137 Catskill Ln Johnstown 15904-7523 MARSHALL HOMER H - 369 W Church Ave Masontown 15461-1651 -724 583-7073 MARSHALL PATRICIA M - 369 W Church Ave Masontown 15461-1651 -724 583-7073 MOORE EDWIN E JR - 107 Sabra Court Uniontown 15401-9729 - 724 970-2505 PETERMAN SANDRA M -110 Windy Ridge Ln Apt 3 Shelocta 15774 - 724 354-6026 REININGER LINDA L - 229 Davis St Johnstown 15906-1517 -814 539-1345 RUMMEL DALE E - 6171 Greenville Pike Grampian 15666-1959 -732 319-0099 RUPERT JACK - 409 State St Johnstown 15905-2642 - 814 322-7786 New Day ndash 814 535-8202 SHAFFER JUDITH A - PO Box 319 Donegal 15628-0319 - 724 516-9191 SHAULIS M ERIC- 25 Sixth Ave Meyersdale 15552-1444 -814 634-8740 SMITH A HARRISON -506 Sciandro Dr Greensburg 15601- 724837-4491 STEIN ROBERT R - PO Box 375 Chalk Hill 15421-0375 - 724 438-2226 SWICK MICHAEL R - 4127 Greenville Rd Meyersdale 15552-8518 -814 634-8158 WALKER JUDY M -425 Morningside Ave Jeannette 15644 - 724 522-5260 WALKER LARRY E - 425 Morningside Ave Jeannette 15644 - 724 522-5260 WHIPPLE CHARLES D - 317 Wyoming St Greensburg 15601-3947 -724 600-6332 WESTLAKE ELVA JEAN -436 Pony Farm Rd Kittanning 16201-4639-724 548-4901 WILLOUGHBY CAROLYN S-207 Churchill St Johnstown 15904-814 266-9758 YOUNG FRANK P ndash 105 Old Hickory Lane Johnston 15905-3377 ndash 814-418-5930
LICENSED
DERCK JOY E - 3089 Dutch Run Rd Shelocta 15774-2224 - 724 354-3386 DERMER JOANN - 3062 Hyndman Rd Hyndman 15545 - 814 842-6489 HILER GARY W - 228 Baltzer Bridge Rd Friedens 15541-6320 - 814 267-6722 ISHMAN DANIEL R - 116 Todd Rd Freeport 16229 - 724 540-5214 MARSZALEK CHERYL A - 409 Herman Ave Wilmerding 15148-1206 - 412 551-6422 SHAFFER ABBY R -(office) 115 Spring Rd Hollsopple 15935-7412 - 814 479-2181 YOST ERIC W ndash 1009 First Street Windber PA 15963 ndash 814-467-0882
LAY SPEAKER RAMER DONNA L -102 Franklin Dr Greensburg 15601-1305-724 836-0594
Thanks very much for keeping the reports coming in The NEW Form B that comes from the Yearbook Office in Elgin and updates contact information about your congregationrsquos board or leadership team chair the treasurer a deacon contact and a number of other contact persons will be coming to congregations and contact persons soon Please be sure to review the material provided on Form B and make updates as they are needed Complete addresses and phone numbers are appreciated as well as email addresses if they are available The Additional Officers
Form for 2016 will be sent from the District Office soon
In addition the Congregational Outreach Form for 20162017 has been sent from the COB Stewardship Office and is due by December 1 2016 If you have a question you will need to contact the Stewardship Office at 800-323-8039 ext 361 A downloadable version of the form as well as a new fillable option is also available at wwwbrethrenorgstewardship Feel free to use that option in order to switch to paperless reporting
The forms listed below were received in the District Office as of November 20 ALL of these informational forms are important to both the district and the denomination The updated forms are sent to Elgin and they provide a copy for the District Office If you have a question about a form please donrsquot hesitate to contact Tina at 814 479-2181 or toll free 1-866-279-2181 Your prompt attention to this task will be appreciated Thanks
Church Code
Church Name
Form A
Form B
2015 Statistical Report
Additional Officers
Self-Allocation
37-010 Arbutus
37-015 Beachdale
37-020 Bear Run
37-030 Berkey
37-050 Bethel
37-060 Brothersvalley
37-068 Canaan
37-070 Center
37-080 Center Hill
37-090 Conemaugh
37-100 Connellsville
37-110 County Line
37-130 Elbethel
37-140 Erie Community United
37-150 Fairchance
37-160 Fair View
37-170 Farmington Bethel
37-190 Geiger
37-195 Good Samaritan
37-200 Greensburg
37-210 Greenville
37-220 Hooversville
37-230 Hostetler
37-240 Hyndman
37-250 Indiana
37-310 Ligonier First
37-320 Locust Grove
37-340 Maple Glen
37-350 Maple Grove
37-360 Maple Spring
37-380 Meyersdale
37-390 Middlecreek
37-400 Monroeville
37-410 Montgomery
Church Code
Church Name
Form A
Form B
2015 Statistical Report
Additional Officers
Self-Allocation
37-260 Morrellville
37-420 Mount Joy
37-430 Mount Pleasant
37-270 Moxham
37-440 Nanty Glo
37-450 Natrona Heights
37-460 Oakdale
37-470 Penn Run
37-475 Pike Run
37-480 Pleasant Hill
37-500 Plumcreek
37-505 Purchase Line
37-508 Rayman
37-510 Robinson
37-520 Rockton
37-530 Rockwood
37-280 Roxbury
37-540 Rummel
37-550 Salisbury
37-560 Scalp Level
37-570 Shade CreekRidge
37-580 Sipesville
37-590 Somerset
37-620 Ten Mile
37-630 Tire Hill
37-635 Union Chapel
37-640 Uniontown
37-290 Walnut Grove
37-645 Way of Hope
37-300 Westmont
37-650 Windber
37-660 Wooddale
2016 District Events and Meetings
This calendar will be updated as we receive dates from your groups please send your important dates to the District Office
ASAP to insure they will be on the District Calendar Thank you EVENTS ARE CODED AS
District Events open for anyone in the District to attend - CAPS Meetings such as District Leadership Team Camp Board Home Trustees and events beyond the District - small print Youth and Childrenrsquos Activities -ITALICS amp CAPS
SUGGESTIONS FOR USE KEEP FOR REFERENCE WHEN SETTING LOCAL CHURCH DATES Each month check this page in District HIGHLIGHTS for changesadditions Keep your calendar updated
DECEMBER 2016
4 - SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT
10 - CHILDRENrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY ndash Camp Harmony ndash more information to come
11 - THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT
18 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT
19 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
25 - MERRY CHIRSTMAS
26 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
31 - NEW YEARrsquoS EVE
2017 District Events and Meetings
This calendar will be updated as we receive dates from your groups please send your important dates to the District Office
ASAP to insure they will be on the District Calendar Thank you EVENTS ARE CODED AS
District Events open for anyone in the District to attend - CAPS Meetings such as District Leadership Team Camp Board Home Trustees and events beyond the District - small print Youth and Childrenrsquos Activities - ITALICS amp CAPS
SUGGESTIONS FOR USE KEEP FOR REFERENCE WHEN SETTING LOCAL CHURCH DATES Each month check this page in District HIGHLIGHTS for changesadditions Keep your calendar updated
JANUARY 2017
1 - HAPPY NEW YEAR
8 - EPIPHANY
18-25 - WEEK OF PRAYER FOR CHRISTIAN UNITY
30 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
FEBRUARY 2017
9 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
18 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
20 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
MARCH 2017
1 - ASH WEDNESDAY
3 - WORLD DAY OF PRAYER
5 - FIRST SUNDAY OF LENT
12 - DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME BEGINS (Turn clocks AHEAD one hour)
12 - SECOND SUNDAY OF LENT
19 - THIRD SUNDAY OF LENT
20 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
26 - ONE GREAT HOUR OF SHARING
26 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF LENT
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
APRIL 2017
2 - FIFTH SUNDAY OF LENT
9 - PALM SUNDAY
13 - MAUNDY THURSDAY
14 - GOOD FRIDAY
16 - ALLELUIA CHRIST IS RISEN
17 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
22 - Earth Day
24 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
MAY 2017
4 - NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER
7 - NATIONAL YOUTH SUNDAY
5-6 - District Womenrsquos Retreat ndash Camp Harmony
11 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
14 - HAPPY MOTHERrsquoS DAY
20 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
22 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
25 - ASCENSION DAY
29 - MEMORIAL DAY
29 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
JUNE 2017
4 - HAPPY BIRTHDAY CHURCH (Pentecost Sunday)
4 - Annual Conference Briefing Geiger COB
18 - HAPPY FATHERrsquoS DAY
19 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
26 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
28 -ANNUAL CONFERENCE (begins) Grand Rapids Michigan
JULY 2017
2 - ANNUAL CONFERENCE (concludes) Greensboro North Carolina
4 - INDEPENDENCE DAY
20 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm - Beachley Residence (District Conference Business)
24 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
28 - District Leadership Team 6 pm Arbutus Church (District Conference Business)
31 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
AUGUST 2017
21 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
28 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
SEPTEMBER 2017
4 - LABOR DAY
14 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
16 - CAMP HARMONY FESTIVAL
18 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
21 - DAY OF PRAYER FOR PEACE
23 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
25 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
OCTOBER 2017
1 - WORLD COMMUNION SUNDAY
21 - District Conference 9 am Camp Harmony
23 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
30 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
NOVEMBER 2017
4 - ELEVENTH ANNUAL DISTRICT AUCTION 9 am Camp Harmony
5 - DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME ENDS (Turn clocks BACK one hour)
9 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
18 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
20 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
23 - HAPPY THANKSGIVING
26 - FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
DECEMBER 2017
3 - SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT
9 - CHILDRENrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY ndash Camp Harmony ndash more information to come
10 - THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT
17 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT
18 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
25 - MERRY CHIRSTMAS
- Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
31 - NEW YEARrsquoS EVE
PLEASE NOTE Dates will be added or changed as needed If your District group team or committee has additions or changes to this calendar please contact the District Office as soon as possible Your help is much appreciated
Western Pennsylvania District Highlights
December 2016January 2017 page 10
Global Mission Updates
Global Mission Prayer Guide
Denominational News go to wwwbrethrenorg for the most complete and up to date news from the Church of the Brethren
Haiti
Give thanks for the initial distributions of food and supplies to Hurricane Matthew survivors provided by Eglise des Freres drsquoHaiti (the Church of the Brethren in Haiti) and funded by an Emergency Disaster Fund grant Approximately 660 families have been served in communities of Bomba-dopolis Savanette Jeremie Bois Leger and Les Cayes Distributed items include clothing tarps matches candles bleach toothbrushes and food including canned chicken provided by Southern Pennsylvania and Mid-Atlantic Districts of the Church of the Brethren Pray for the travels of Roy Winter associate executive director of Global Mission and Service and Brethren Disaster Ministries and Jeff Boshart manager of the Global Food Initiative as they meet with Haitian Brethren leaders to develop further plans for rebuilding and recovery
Nigeria
Praise God for the first church building initiative in recent years that brings together members from the Church of the Brethren in the United States and the Church of the Brethren in Nigeria (EYN - Ekklesiyar Yanuwa a Nigeria) The church is being built for EYN families who have been displaced due to violence Pray for health and safety Pray that all participants be renewed by this time of joint service and solidarity Pray for enthusiasm and generosity toward future Nigeria workcamps
Leaders from Eglise des Freres drsquoHaiti visit the community of Bombadopolis to distribute supplies to hurricane victims Photo by Ilexene Alphonse
Leaders from Eglise des Freres drsquoHaiti visit tAfter a worship service of welcome and praise participants begin work on church construction leveling the floor and pouring the foundation Photo by Jay Wittmeyer
2017 District Womenrsquos Spring Event
Women of God ndash Joy in the Journey
ldquoTherefore my heart is gladhelliphelliprdquo Psalm 169
The District Womenrsquos Ministries are so excited to share with you
that we will be sponsoring a fabulous Womenrsquos Retreat on
Friday May 5 2017 through Saturday May 6 2017
Come share in the Joy of our Lord through stories inspiration good music
laughter prayer good food the beauty of the land and some well-deserved rest
The Retreat will be held at Camp Harmony this year Most of our lodging will be
at the Harmony House You will be pleased with its transformation All bedding
will be provided except for the pillow for your head (Please bring your favorite
pillow with you)
We would also like you to bring a music box with you if you can Wersquod like to
hear the story behind it
Registration will begin on Friday from 400pm till 600pm
Dinner will be served around 630
Donrsquot -worry there will be time for pampering We are planning to have a
Message Therapist an Essential Oil Therapist and a station for nails and toes
Ladies ndash Pack your bags and prepare for a relaxing getaway Yoursquoll grow closer to
friends deepen your relationship with Jesus and be pampered as well
Join the ldquoJoy in the Journeyrdquo
The cost of the retreat will be $9500 each This will cover all meals and snacks
entertainment gifts refreshments and comfortable lodging We ask that you pay
$5000 with your registration That will be due on February 14th The other $4500
should be paid before April 5th Each person should fill out a registration slip
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2017 District Womenrsquos Spring Event
Women of God ndash Joy in the Journey
Registration Form ndash one form per person
Church ___________________________________________________________
Name _____________________________________________________________
Address ___________________________________________________________
City ____________________________________ State __________ Zip ______
Email _____________________________________________________________
Cost $9500 for 2 day retreat ndash includes meals lodging and all the fun
Deposit $5000 due by February 14 2017
Remaining Balance $4500 due before April 15 2017
Please send Registration Forms and fees to
Pastor Judy Walker 425 Morningside Avenue Jeannette PA 15644-1954
2017 Work Schedule
Please review the 2017 work schedule below and consider giving a day or a week
out of your busy schedules toward this very rewarding worthwhile ministry
Contact your church coordinator or Herb Ewald at hjewaldatlanticbbnet
or (814) 539-8530 as soon as possible to volunteer
Thank you
Day Trips Week Trips
XXXXXXXXXXX March 26 ndash April 1 Project 2 XXXXXXXXXXX with Virlina District
Thursday April 6 July 9 - 15 S Carolina Tuesday April 18 with Beaver Creek Mid - Atlantic
Thursday June 8 September 3 - 9 Project 2 Tuesday June 27 with Brownsville Mid - Atlantic Thursday August 10 October 1 - 7 S Carolina Tuesday August 29 with (open) Thursday October 12 Tuesday October 24 All week long trip locations will be Thursday December 7 announced as info becomes available Tuesday December 19
Brethren Home
Community Windber
December 2016 ndash January 2017
Pastor linda reininger to retire on December 29
Home Chaplain Linda Reininger will retire on December 29 Pastor Linda and her
husband Jim have spent the last five years in pastoral service to our residents We
thank her for her dedicated service and wish her a blessed retirement filled with many
happy hours with her family
CPR mannequins purchased by Home Auxiliary
The Home Auxiliary and members of the nursing department have partnered to make
required cardio-pulmonary resuscitation classes available for our staff The Auxiliary
purchased a set of cardio pulmonary resuscitation mannequins and instructional tapes
to be used in CPR classes Mrs Nancy Donati RN and Mrs Jeri Lynn Felski RN
became certified CPR instructors through the American Heart Association With the
purchase of the mannequins and instructional tapes along with onsite instructors
classes can be scheduled at our staffrsquos convenience with no additional costs
Auxiliary officers installed At the November meeting Pastor Ron
St Clair installed these Home Auxiliary officers for 2017 President Arbutus Eash Vice
President Donna Ramer Corresponding Secretary Janet Fisher Recording Secretary
Connie Berkebile Treasurer April Mackell Assistant Treasurer Marilyn Manotti At
the meeting the Auxiliary also made these purchases for the Home six infection control
supply cabinets renovations for one resident room piano tuning and knife sharpeners
for a total of just over $3000 As always the Home is tremendously grateful for the
officers who dedicate themselves to the work of the Auxiliary and the generous gifts the
Auxiliary makes available for our residents
Jigsaw PUZZLES and puzzle BOARDs donated The family of
Mrs Janet Korber made a gift of three revolving jigsaw puzzle boards and more than
twenty puzzles to the Home in memory of their mother The family worked with the
activities department to make the gift one that would be enjoyed by Mrs Korberrsquos
friends and many future residents With the onset of winter weather the puzzles and
boards will be an especially welcome pastime
Ipad purchased with community foundation
grant Our Home has received a $500 grant from the iPACP fund administered
by the Community Foundation for the Alleghenies The grant money was used to
purchase an IPad to be used by residents with neurological disorders that limit their
communication skills Interchangeable applications for the iPad will allow these
residents to communicate in writing or through the use of icons according to evolving
therapy needs
QUALITY NURSING DIRECTOR EARNS CERTIFICATION
Mrs Amanda Snyder RN BSN PCHA has completed the requirements to become a
Certified Nursing Director in Long Term Care The certification is awarded by the
American Society for Long Term Care Nurses Mrs Snyder is the Quality Nursing
Director at the Home responsible for maintaining state standards of care and providing
in service education
Activities for daily living suite added Activities for Daily
Living (ADL) is a program designed to complement our therapy services Using the
skills reclaimed through physical and occupational therapy and applying them to real
life situations ADL prepares our residents for their return to independent living The
opportunity to master actual life skills under the supervision of a therapist raises the
residentsrsquo confidence and increases their success rate To facilitate the program the
Home is constructing an ADL suite It will be located next to the basement chapel and
contain a full working kitchen bathroom bedroom and living area
Breast cancer awareness activities The Home staff once again
took part in October breast cancer awareness month activities Dress down days
cookie sales bracelet sales and participation in breast cancer walksruns led to a
donation of $307 made to the Joyce Murtha Breast Care Center in Windber
ldquoMay you have the gladness of Christmas which is hope
The spirit of Christmas which is peace
And the heart of Christmas which is loverdquo
Blessed Christmas and Happy New Year
From the BHCW residents staff and general board
Brethren Home Community Windber
Tree of Stars 2016 Please help us decorate the
Christmas Tree of Stars
in this 33rd year of our program Your donation will not only honor or memorialize a loved one or friend it will help our Home to provide our residents benevolent care The names of those persons being remembered will be displayed on the Christmas Tree in the Circle Lounge and
published in our newsletter
Please return the bottom portion with your
contribution to
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Christmas Tree of Stars 2016
Please hang a Star in Memory of _______________________________________
OR
Please hang an Ornament in Honor of ____________________________________
Donated By _______________________________________ Amount_______________
Address _________________________________________
__________________________________________
Church of the Brethren Home 227 Hoffman Avenue Windber PA 15963 Attn Tree of Stars
Mail completed registration form and payment for Leviticus to
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center
One Alpha DriveElizabethtown PA 17022
Make checks payable to SVMC
Questions Contact us at717-361-1450
svmcetownedu
REG ISTRATION FORM
Name
Address
PhoneE-mail
Congregation District
Where did you hear about this event
Other dietary restrictionsMeat or vegetarian lunch
Ten Plus Reasons to Love Leviticus
BOB NEFF Keynote Speaker
Other speakersChristina Bucher (sexuality in Leviticus from different faith perspectives)
David Leiter (social justice and Leviticus)Frank Ramirez (the Brethren and Leviticus 19)
Brody Rike (atonement and orientation to God)
Leviticus is a book for our time Leviticus challenges us to lives of integrity seven days a week by respecting our elders and the marginalized resolving our feelings and disputes with our neighbor protecting the rights of the alien addressing economic and social inequity care for the environment the appropriate preparation of food and its consumption living from the perspective of the Holy One This study unlike most book investigations will not follow chapter by chapter but will begin in the center of the book with chapter 19 and the directive ldquoYou shall be holy as I am Holyrdquo Leviticus invites us to lead a holy life that is strikingly relevant to our lives today
Cost $60 (includes light breakfast lunch and 06 CEUs)
Registration due to SVMC by April 10 2017
S u s q u e h a n n a V a l l e y M i n i s t r y C e n t e rContinuing Education Series
ELIZABETHTOWN COLLEGE bull Susquehanna Room
APRIL 24 2017900 am - 400 pm (Registration at 830)
Bob Neff is an Old Testament scholar President Emeritus of Juniata College and former General Secretary of the Church of the Brethren
Understanding Our American
Muslim Neighbors
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center Continuing Education Series
Islam is the fastest growing religion in the US and this event is designed to introduce our American Muslim neighbors so that we might begin to love them as Jesus commanded Participants will visit some of our Muslim neighbors at a local mosque The presenter George Pickens has been teaching Islam and Christian witness among Muslims for over 25 years first in Africa where he spent 14 years and currently at Messiah College where he is Professor of Theology and Director of the Program in Peace and Conflict Studies George is actively involved in building positive relations with Muslims in the Capital Region of central Pennsylvania and he is a member of the Mechanicsburg (PA) Church of the Brethren and an ordained minister in the Church of the Brethren
Cost is $5500 (includes light breakfast lunch and 07 CEUrsquos) If 3 or more register from the same congregation cost is $35person If possible please register all from congregation at the same time Registration will cap at 35 participants so please register early
Registration deadline March 10 2017
Mail completed registration form and payment for American Mus1im
Neighbors to
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center
One Alpha DriveElizabethtown PA 17022
Make checks payable to SVMC
Questions Contact us at717-361-1450
REG ISTRATION FORM
Name
Address
PhoneE-mail
Congregation District
Where did you hear about this event
Other dietary restrictionsMeat or vegetarian lunch
Led by George Pickens
March 25 2017 900 am - 500 pm
Mechanicsburg Church of the Brethren
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Mail completed registration form and payment for Art for Worship to
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center
One Alpha DriveElizabethtown PA 17022
Make checks payable to SVMC
Questions
Contact us at717-361-1450
svmcetownedu
REG ISTRATION FORM
NameAre you over 18
Address
PhoneE-mail
Congregation District
Where did you hear about this event
Other dietary restrictionsMeat or vegetarian lunch
Art for WorshipReimaginingReimagining
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center Continuing Education Program presents
March 18 2017Lititz Church of the Brethren900 am - 400 pm
Like the choral anthem the message the prayers and rituals liturgical art enhances the worship experience Each element is meant to awaken us and open our hearts to God The spiritual disciplines that go into sermon writingmdashprayer meditation study and reflectionmdashcan also be used to create liturgical art This kind of art-marking can be called ldquoco-creationrdquo for one creates in partnership with The Creator in a process that is itself an act of worship This workshop will explore fresh possibilities for art in liturgical spaces and lead participants through a process for ldquoco-creatingrdquo art themselves
Cost $65 (includes light breakfast lunch materials fee and 06 CEUs)Registration deadline March 3 2017
Led by Diane BrandtLed by Diane Brandt
ldquoThe Ascending Dancerdquo by Diane Brandt
Diane Brandt is Minister of Visual Arts at St Peterrsquos United Church of Christ in Lancaster PA
Yes
No
A ministry of the Church of the Brethren
1414 Plank Road P O Box 158
Hooversville PA 15936-0158 E-mail harmonycampharmonyorg
httpwwwcampharmonyorg
(814) 798-5885 FAX (814) 798-2225
ldquoThe Church of the Brethren should be absolutely fearless absurdly happy and always
getting into trouble for Jesusrdquo Quote from Dan Westhellip
FUTURE EVENTS
Faith Promise Benefit Dinner ndash December 3 ndash 500 PM ndash Call Camp to register
Alutiig Training ndash December 4 - 16
Childrenrsquos Christmas Party ndash December 10 ndash 900 AM - Call the District Office to register
Welcome to Bethlehem ndash December 10 ndash Greenhouse Park
Salix Bethel Youth Retreat ndash January 13 ndash 15
Cub Scout Retreat ndash January 21
Winter Youth Retreats
Junior Retreat ndash Grades 3 ndash 6 ndash January 27 ndash 29 2017
Teen Retreat ndash Grades 7 ndash 12 ndash February 3 ndash 5 2017
HERITAGE LODGE (oldest and last remaining original building at Camp) ROOF
UPDATE
Thank you volunteers for all your help on repairing and getting the roof ready for the metal roof
Camp has contracted with Kaufman Metals to put on the metal which puts the roof under
warranty Also we thank everyone for all the financial donations for the initial stage of the roof
and a congregation for their donation so Camp could contract for placement of the metal When
we all work together ndash all things are possible THANK YOU The roof is scheduled to be
put on the end of November andor the beginning of December
2016 ldquo52 GOD BLESS YOU TEAMrdquo
As more and more families are blessed they contribute $100 a week or $5200 to Camp so that
the ministry can bless others Join the 2016 team The original premise was that if all the families
in the District contributed $52 the mortgage could be eliminated The 2016 Team includes 60
families and congregations who have contributed $3700 Thank you so much for your
donationshelliphellip
Watch for the end of the year Camp Harmony newsletters They will be distributed soon
ldquoInviting all people to experience the wonder of
creation and find harmony with God with nature and
with one another
CAMP HARMONY
2 youth weekends
CampHarmonyorg
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2 Youth Weekends
January 27-29
Junior Retreat - Grades 3-6
February 3-5
Teen Retreat - Grades 7-12
Camper Name_____________________________________
Gender __M __F Birthdate_________ Current Grade ____
Parent or Legal Guardian(s) Names
_______________________________________________
Mailing Address___________________________________
City__________________ State ______ Zip __________
Email Address____________________________________
Home Phone______________________________________
Emergency Phone__________________________________
Special Instructions_______________________________
Is this your first time Camp Harmony ___Yes ___No
Which Retreat are you Registering For
Junior (grades 3-6) Teen (Grades 7-12)
January 27-29 2017 February 3-5 2017
Please complete if your church is paying a portion of the fee
Church name______________________________________
The church will be paying $_____ of the registration fee
Authorized Signature (Required Pastor or Camp Rep)
________________________________________________
In signing this application I grant permission for my child to attend Camp Harmony and for Camp
Harmony to use images (photo video etc) of my child and members of my family in camp publicity
(print ads internet including social networking sites etc) I waive the right to inspect or approve
images for such purposes I also acknowledge that by their very nature outdoor and camping ac-
tivities involve some risk of injury I understand also that although the camp has taken precau-
tions to provide proper supervision instruction training and equipment for each activity it is
impossible for the camp to guarantee absolute safety I further understand that participation in
these activities is voluntary and waive any claim that may arise against the camp andor employees
as a result of participation in the program except for those that are a direct result of gross
negligence of the camp or its employees
______________________________________________________________ Parent or Legal Guardian Signature Date
If you canrsquot wait until next summer to come back to camp
this is the retreat for you During our winter retreats at
Camp Harmony we do many of our favorite activities from
summer including crafts worship games and Bible lessons
Plus wersquoll get to go sledding and play in the snow Each
weekend is designed to strengthen your faith in Christ and
grow in your walk with Him We canrsquot wait to see you at Camp
Harmony
Registration Friday Evening 7-8 pm
Pick up Sunday Afternoon 2 pm
Cost $100 per camper
Things to bring
Bedding money for store amp offering towel amp toiletries
seasonal clothing including extra shoes and socks Bible
All of your FRIENDS
How to Register
Mail your completed registration form (one per camper) and
a $25 non-refundable deposit to
Camp Harmony Winter Retreats
PO Box 158
1414 Plank Road
Hooversville PA 15936
Payments can be made by cash check or credit card We
recommend full prepayment to reduce time in registration
line Registrations received less than one week from be-
ginning of retreat date will be charged a $15 late fee
Have questions or need more information
8147985885
programcampharmonyorg
AVAILABLE SPEAKERS LIST
January 2017 ORDAINED
ABRAHAM FARREL ndash 4315 Seton Dr Pittsburgh 15227-1245 ndash 412-979-0067 BALDEO ISAAC - 4555 Glen Eden Rd Cranberry Twp 16066-3001 -724 452-0923 BAUGHMAN CARL L - 130 Homewood Dr Butler 16001-1960 -724 283-1051 BERKEBILE WES J ndash 4285 State Route 208 New Wilmington 16142 ndash 724-901-7058 BROADWATER KEVIN L - 475 Keystone St Meyersdale 15552-6943 - 814 442-5684 CHRISTNER JAY L ndash 313 N Edgewood Ave Somerset 15501-1355 ndash 814-445-4223 DEFFENBAUGH BARRON K - 207 Churchill St Johnstown 15904 - 814 266-9758 DERR AMELIA ndash 1202 Roberts Street Nanty Glo 15943-1325 ndash 814-749-0262 DERR HORACE - 1202 Roberts Street Nanty Glo 15943-1325 ndash 814-749-0262 EASH JOHN E - 131 Friendship Ln Hollsopple 15935-6732 - 814 629-0206 GREEN GARY ndash 4589 Somerset Pike Hollsopple 15935-8217 ndash 814-479-5096 GREW DOTTIE H - 509 Sherman St Meyersdale 15552-1239 - 814 634-5329 HAY CHARLES R - 1127 E Main St Berlin 15530-1428-814 267-3205 HIRONIMUS BERTHA - 142 Bent Tree Hill Ligonier 15658-3202 -724 238-3984 HOUGHTON JAMES E - 124 Lindberg Ave Johnstown 15905-3019 -814 255-2431 HOUGHTON SALLY M - 124 Lindberg Ave Johnstown 15905-3019 -814 255-2431 KABLER ERIC P - 126 Clermont St Johnstown 15904-2132 - 814 266-2734 KENSINGER JAMES M - 329 Spackman St Seward 15954-3117 - 814 446-1088 LONGWELL ERIC M -240 Plumcreek Rd Shelocta 15774- 724 599-8690 MANGES JOHN W ndash 137 Catskill Ln Johnstown 15904-7523 MARSHALL HOMER H - 369 W Church Ave Masontown 15461-1651 -724 583-7073 MARSHALL PATRICIA M - 369 W Church Ave Masontown 15461-1651 -724 583-7073 MOORE EDWIN E JR - 107 Sabra Court Uniontown 15401-9729 - 724 970-2505 PETERMAN SANDRA M -110 Windy Ridge Ln Apt 3 Shelocta 15774 - 724 354-6026 REININGER LINDA L - 229 Davis St Johnstown 15906-1517 -814 539-1345 RUMMEL DALE E - 6171 Greenville Pike Grampian 15666-1959 -732 319-0099 RUPERT JACK - 409 State St Johnstown 15905-2642 - 814 322-7786 New Day ndash 814 535-8202 SHAFFER JUDITH A - PO Box 319 Donegal 15628-0319 - 724 516-9191 SHAULIS M ERIC- 25 Sixth Ave Meyersdale 15552-1444 -814 634-8740 SMITH A HARRISON -506 Sciandro Dr Greensburg 15601- 724837-4491 STEIN ROBERT R - PO Box 375 Chalk Hill 15421-0375 - 724 438-2226 SWICK MICHAEL R - 4127 Greenville Rd Meyersdale 15552-8518 -814 634-8158 WALKER JUDY M -425 Morningside Ave Jeannette 15644 - 724 522-5260 WALKER LARRY E - 425 Morningside Ave Jeannette 15644 - 724 522-5260 WHIPPLE CHARLES D - 317 Wyoming St Greensburg 15601-3947 -724 600-6332 WESTLAKE ELVA JEAN -436 Pony Farm Rd Kittanning 16201-4639-724 548-4901 WILLOUGHBY CAROLYN S-207 Churchill St Johnstown 15904-814 266-9758 YOUNG FRANK P ndash 105 Old Hickory Lane Johnston 15905-3377 ndash 814-418-5930
LICENSED
DERCK JOY E - 3089 Dutch Run Rd Shelocta 15774-2224 - 724 354-3386 DERMER JOANN - 3062 Hyndman Rd Hyndman 15545 - 814 842-6489 HILER GARY W - 228 Baltzer Bridge Rd Friedens 15541-6320 - 814 267-6722 ISHMAN DANIEL R - 116 Todd Rd Freeport 16229 - 724 540-5214 MARSZALEK CHERYL A - 409 Herman Ave Wilmerding 15148-1206 - 412 551-6422 SHAFFER ABBY R -(office) 115 Spring Rd Hollsopple 15935-7412 - 814 479-2181 YOST ERIC W ndash 1009 First Street Windber PA 15963 ndash 814-467-0882
LAY SPEAKER RAMER DONNA L -102 Franklin Dr Greensburg 15601-1305-724 836-0594
Thanks very much for keeping the reports coming in The NEW Form B that comes from the Yearbook Office in Elgin and updates contact information about your congregationrsquos board or leadership team chair the treasurer a deacon contact and a number of other contact persons will be coming to congregations and contact persons soon Please be sure to review the material provided on Form B and make updates as they are needed Complete addresses and phone numbers are appreciated as well as email addresses if they are available The Additional Officers
Form for 2016 will be sent from the District Office soon
In addition the Congregational Outreach Form for 20162017 has been sent from the COB Stewardship Office and is due by December 1 2016 If you have a question you will need to contact the Stewardship Office at 800-323-8039 ext 361 A downloadable version of the form as well as a new fillable option is also available at wwwbrethrenorgstewardship Feel free to use that option in order to switch to paperless reporting
The forms listed below were received in the District Office as of November 20 ALL of these informational forms are important to both the district and the denomination The updated forms are sent to Elgin and they provide a copy for the District Office If you have a question about a form please donrsquot hesitate to contact Tina at 814 479-2181 or toll free 1-866-279-2181 Your prompt attention to this task will be appreciated Thanks
Church Code
Church Name
Form A
Form B
2015 Statistical Report
Additional Officers
Self-Allocation
37-010 Arbutus
37-015 Beachdale
37-020 Bear Run
37-030 Berkey
37-050 Bethel
37-060 Brothersvalley
37-068 Canaan
37-070 Center
37-080 Center Hill
37-090 Conemaugh
37-100 Connellsville
37-110 County Line
37-130 Elbethel
37-140 Erie Community United
37-150 Fairchance
37-160 Fair View
37-170 Farmington Bethel
37-190 Geiger
37-195 Good Samaritan
37-200 Greensburg
37-210 Greenville
37-220 Hooversville
37-230 Hostetler
37-240 Hyndman
37-250 Indiana
37-310 Ligonier First
37-320 Locust Grove
37-340 Maple Glen
37-350 Maple Grove
37-360 Maple Spring
37-380 Meyersdale
37-390 Middlecreek
37-400 Monroeville
37-410 Montgomery
Church Code
Church Name
Form A
Form B
2015 Statistical Report
Additional Officers
Self-Allocation
37-260 Morrellville
37-420 Mount Joy
37-430 Mount Pleasant
37-270 Moxham
37-440 Nanty Glo
37-450 Natrona Heights
37-460 Oakdale
37-470 Penn Run
37-475 Pike Run
37-480 Pleasant Hill
37-500 Plumcreek
37-505 Purchase Line
37-508 Rayman
37-510 Robinson
37-520 Rockton
37-530 Rockwood
37-280 Roxbury
37-540 Rummel
37-550 Salisbury
37-560 Scalp Level
37-570 Shade CreekRidge
37-580 Sipesville
37-590 Somerset
37-620 Ten Mile
37-630 Tire Hill
37-635 Union Chapel
37-640 Uniontown
37-290 Walnut Grove
37-645 Way of Hope
37-300 Westmont
37-650 Windber
37-660 Wooddale
2016 District Events and Meetings
This calendar will be updated as we receive dates from your groups please send your important dates to the District Office
ASAP to insure they will be on the District Calendar Thank you EVENTS ARE CODED AS
District Events open for anyone in the District to attend - CAPS Meetings such as District Leadership Team Camp Board Home Trustees and events beyond the District - small print Youth and Childrenrsquos Activities -ITALICS amp CAPS
SUGGESTIONS FOR USE KEEP FOR REFERENCE WHEN SETTING LOCAL CHURCH DATES Each month check this page in District HIGHLIGHTS for changesadditions Keep your calendar updated
DECEMBER 2016
4 - SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT
10 - CHILDRENrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY ndash Camp Harmony ndash more information to come
11 - THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT
18 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT
19 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
25 - MERRY CHIRSTMAS
26 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
31 - NEW YEARrsquoS EVE
2017 District Events and Meetings
This calendar will be updated as we receive dates from your groups please send your important dates to the District Office
ASAP to insure they will be on the District Calendar Thank you EVENTS ARE CODED AS
District Events open for anyone in the District to attend - CAPS Meetings such as District Leadership Team Camp Board Home Trustees and events beyond the District - small print Youth and Childrenrsquos Activities - ITALICS amp CAPS
SUGGESTIONS FOR USE KEEP FOR REFERENCE WHEN SETTING LOCAL CHURCH DATES Each month check this page in District HIGHLIGHTS for changesadditions Keep your calendar updated
JANUARY 2017
1 - HAPPY NEW YEAR
8 - EPIPHANY
18-25 - WEEK OF PRAYER FOR CHRISTIAN UNITY
30 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
FEBRUARY 2017
9 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
18 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
20 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
MARCH 2017
1 - ASH WEDNESDAY
3 - WORLD DAY OF PRAYER
5 - FIRST SUNDAY OF LENT
12 - DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME BEGINS (Turn clocks AHEAD one hour)
12 - SECOND SUNDAY OF LENT
19 - THIRD SUNDAY OF LENT
20 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
26 - ONE GREAT HOUR OF SHARING
26 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF LENT
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
APRIL 2017
2 - FIFTH SUNDAY OF LENT
9 - PALM SUNDAY
13 - MAUNDY THURSDAY
14 - GOOD FRIDAY
16 - ALLELUIA CHRIST IS RISEN
17 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
22 - Earth Day
24 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
MAY 2017
4 - NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER
7 - NATIONAL YOUTH SUNDAY
5-6 - District Womenrsquos Retreat ndash Camp Harmony
11 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
14 - HAPPY MOTHERrsquoS DAY
20 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
22 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
25 - ASCENSION DAY
29 - MEMORIAL DAY
29 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
JUNE 2017
4 - HAPPY BIRTHDAY CHURCH (Pentecost Sunday)
4 - Annual Conference Briefing Geiger COB
18 - HAPPY FATHERrsquoS DAY
19 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
26 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
28 -ANNUAL CONFERENCE (begins) Grand Rapids Michigan
JULY 2017
2 - ANNUAL CONFERENCE (concludes) Greensboro North Carolina
4 - INDEPENDENCE DAY
20 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm - Beachley Residence (District Conference Business)
24 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
28 - District Leadership Team 6 pm Arbutus Church (District Conference Business)
31 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
AUGUST 2017
21 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
28 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
SEPTEMBER 2017
4 - LABOR DAY
14 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
16 - CAMP HARMONY FESTIVAL
18 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
21 - DAY OF PRAYER FOR PEACE
23 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
25 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
OCTOBER 2017
1 - WORLD COMMUNION SUNDAY
21 - District Conference 9 am Camp Harmony
23 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
30 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
NOVEMBER 2017
4 - ELEVENTH ANNUAL DISTRICT AUCTION 9 am Camp Harmony
5 - DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME ENDS (Turn clocks BACK one hour)
9 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
18 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
20 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
23 - HAPPY THANKSGIVING
26 - FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
DECEMBER 2017
3 - SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT
9 - CHILDRENrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY ndash Camp Harmony ndash more information to come
10 - THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT
17 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT
18 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
25 - MERRY CHIRSTMAS
- Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
31 - NEW YEARrsquoS EVE
PLEASE NOTE Dates will be added or changed as needed If your District group team or committee has additions or changes to this calendar please contact the District Office as soon as possible Your help is much appreciated
2017 District Womenrsquos Spring Event
Women of God ndash Joy in the Journey
ldquoTherefore my heart is gladhelliphelliprdquo Psalm 169
The District Womenrsquos Ministries are so excited to share with you
that we will be sponsoring a fabulous Womenrsquos Retreat on
Friday May 5 2017 through Saturday May 6 2017
Come share in the Joy of our Lord through stories inspiration good music
laughter prayer good food the beauty of the land and some well-deserved rest
The Retreat will be held at Camp Harmony this year Most of our lodging will be
at the Harmony House You will be pleased with its transformation All bedding
will be provided except for the pillow for your head (Please bring your favorite
pillow with you)
We would also like you to bring a music box with you if you can Wersquod like to
hear the story behind it
Registration will begin on Friday from 400pm till 600pm
Dinner will be served around 630
Donrsquot -worry there will be time for pampering We are planning to have a
Message Therapist an Essential Oil Therapist and a station for nails and toes
Ladies ndash Pack your bags and prepare for a relaxing getaway Yoursquoll grow closer to
friends deepen your relationship with Jesus and be pampered as well
Join the ldquoJoy in the Journeyrdquo
The cost of the retreat will be $9500 each This will cover all meals and snacks
entertainment gifts refreshments and comfortable lodging We ask that you pay
$5000 with your registration That will be due on February 14th The other $4500
should be paid before April 5th Each person should fill out a registration slip
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2017 District Womenrsquos Spring Event
Women of God ndash Joy in the Journey
Registration Form ndash one form per person
Church ___________________________________________________________
Name _____________________________________________________________
Address ___________________________________________________________
City ____________________________________ State __________ Zip ______
Email _____________________________________________________________
Cost $9500 for 2 day retreat ndash includes meals lodging and all the fun
Deposit $5000 due by February 14 2017
Remaining Balance $4500 due before April 15 2017
Please send Registration Forms and fees to
Pastor Judy Walker 425 Morningside Avenue Jeannette PA 15644-1954
2017 Work Schedule
Please review the 2017 work schedule below and consider giving a day or a week
out of your busy schedules toward this very rewarding worthwhile ministry
Contact your church coordinator or Herb Ewald at hjewaldatlanticbbnet
or (814) 539-8530 as soon as possible to volunteer
Thank you
Day Trips Week Trips
XXXXXXXXXXX March 26 ndash April 1 Project 2 XXXXXXXXXXX with Virlina District
Thursday April 6 July 9 - 15 S Carolina Tuesday April 18 with Beaver Creek Mid - Atlantic
Thursday June 8 September 3 - 9 Project 2 Tuesday June 27 with Brownsville Mid - Atlantic Thursday August 10 October 1 - 7 S Carolina Tuesday August 29 with (open) Thursday October 12 Tuesday October 24 All week long trip locations will be Thursday December 7 announced as info becomes available Tuesday December 19
Brethren Home
Community Windber
December 2016 ndash January 2017
Pastor linda reininger to retire on December 29
Home Chaplain Linda Reininger will retire on December 29 Pastor Linda and her
husband Jim have spent the last five years in pastoral service to our residents We
thank her for her dedicated service and wish her a blessed retirement filled with many
happy hours with her family
CPR mannequins purchased by Home Auxiliary
The Home Auxiliary and members of the nursing department have partnered to make
required cardio-pulmonary resuscitation classes available for our staff The Auxiliary
purchased a set of cardio pulmonary resuscitation mannequins and instructional tapes
to be used in CPR classes Mrs Nancy Donati RN and Mrs Jeri Lynn Felski RN
became certified CPR instructors through the American Heart Association With the
purchase of the mannequins and instructional tapes along with onsite instructors
classes can be scheduled at our staffrsquos convenience with no additional costs
Auxiliary officers installed At the November meeting Pastor Ron
St Clair installed these Home Auxiliary officers for 2017 President Arbutus Eash Vice
President Donna Ramer Corresponding Secretary Janet Fisher Recording Secretary
Connie Berkebile Treasurer April Mackell Assistant Treasurer Marilyn Manotti At
the meeting the Auxiliary also made these purchases for the Home six infection control
supply cabinets renovations for one resident room piano tuning and knife sharpeners
for a total of just over $3000 As always the Home is tremendously grateful for the
officers who dedicate themselves to the work of the Auxiliary and the generous gifts the
Auxiliary makes available for our residents
Jigsaw PUZZLES and puzzle BOARDs donated The family of
Mrs Janet Korber made a gift of three revolving jigsaw puzzle boards and more than
twenty puzzles to the Home in memory of their mother The family worked with the
activities department to make the gift one that would be enjoyed by Mrs Korberrsquos
friends and many future residents With the onset of winter weather the puzzles and
boards will be an especially welcome pastime
Ipad purchased with community foundation
grant Our Home has received a $500 grant from the iPACP fund administered
by the Community Foundation for the Alleghenies The grant money was used to
purchase an IPad to be used by residents with neurological disorders that limit their
communication skills Interchangeable applications for the iPad will allow these
residents to communicate in writing or through the use of icons according to evolving
therapy needs
QUALITY NURSING DIRECTOR EARNS CERTIFICATION
Mrs Amanda Snyder RN BSN PCHA has completed the requirements to become a
Certified Nursing Director in Long Term Care The certification is awarded by the
American Society for Long Term Care Nurses Mrs Snyder is the Quality Nursing
Director at the Home responsible for maintaining state standards of care and providing
in service education
Activities for daily living suite added Activities for Daily
Living (ADL) is a program designed to complement our therapy services Using the
skills reclaimed through physical and occupational therapy and applying them to real
life situations ADL prepares our residents for their return to independent living The
opportunity to master actual life skills under the supervision of a therapist raises the
residentsrsquo confidence and increases their success rate To facilitate the program the
Home is constructing an ADL suite It will be located next to the basement chapel and
contain a full working kitchen bathroom bedroom and living area
Breast cancer awareness activities The Home staff once again
took part in October breast cancer awareness month activities Dress down days
cookie sales bracelet sales and participation in breast cancer walksruns led to a
donation of $307 made to the Joyce Murtha Breast Care Center in Windber
ldquoMay you have the gladness of Christmas which is hope
The spirit of Christmas which is peace
And the heart of Christmas which is loverdquo
Blessed Christmas and Happy New Year
From the BHCW residents staff and general board
Brethren Home Community Windber
Tree of Stars 2016 Please help us decorate the
Christmas Tree of Stars
in this 33rd year of our program Your donation will not only honor or memorialize a loved one or friend it will help our Home to provide our residents benevolent care The names of those persons being remembered will be displayed on the Christmas Tree in the Circle Lounge and
published in our newsletter
Please return the bottom portion with your
contribution to
- -- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Christmas Tree of Stars 2016
Please hang a Star in Memory of _______________________________________
OR
Please hang an Ornament in Honor of ____________________________________
Donated By _______________________________________ Amount_______________
Address _________________________________________
__________________________________________
Church of the Brethren Home 227 Hoffman Avenue Windber PA 15963 Attn Tree of Stars
Mail completed registration form and payment for Leviticus to
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center
One Alpha DriveElizabethtown PA 17022
Make checks payable to SVMC
Questions Contact us at717-361-1450
svmcetownedu
REG ISTRATION FORM
Name
Address
PhoneE-mail
Congregation District
Where did you hear about this event
Other dietary restrictionsMeat or vegetarian lunch
Ten Plus Reasons to Love Leviticus
BOB NEFF Keynote Speaker
Other speakersChristina Bucher (sexuality in Leviticus from different faith perspectives)
David Leiter (social justice and Leviticus)Frank Ramirez (the Brethren and Leviticus 19)
Brody Rike (atonement and orientation to God)
Leviticus is a book for our time Leviticus challenges us to lives of integrity seven days a week by respecting our elders and the marginalized resolving our feelings and disputes with our neighbor protecting the rights of the alien addressing economic and social inequity care for the environment the appropriate preparation of food and its consumption living from the perspective of the Holy One This study unlike most book investigations will not follow chapter by chapter but will begin in the center of the book with chapter 19 and the directive ldquoYou shall be holy as I am Holyrdquo Leviticus invites us to lead a holy life that is strikingly relevant to our lives today
Cost $60 (includes light breakfast lunch and 06 CEUs)
Registration due to SVMC by April 10 2017
S u s q u e h a n n a V a l l e y M i n i s t r y C e n t e rContinuing Education Series
ELIZABETHTOWN COLLEGE bull Susquehanna Room
APRIL 24 2017900 am - 400 pm (Registration at 830)
Bob Neff is an Old Testament scholar President Emeritus of Juniata College and former General Secretary of the Church of the Brethren
Understanding Our American
Muslim Neighbors
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center Continuing Education Series
Islam is the fastest growing religion in the US and this event is designed to introduce our American Muslim neighbors so that we might begin to love them as Jesus commanded Participants will visit some of our Muslim neighbors at a local mosque The presenter George Pickens has been teaching Islam and Christian witness among Muslims for over 25 years first in Africa where he spent 14 years and currently at Messiah College where he is Professor of Theology and Director of the Program in Peace and Conflict Studies George is actively involved in building positive relations with Muslims in the Capital Region of central Pennsylvania and he is a member of the Mechanicsburg (PA) Church of the Brethren and an ordained minister in the Church of the Brethren
Cost is $5500 (includes light breakfast lunch and 07 CEUrsquos) If 3 or more register from the same congregation cost is $35person If possible please register all from congregation at the same time Registration will cap at 35 participants so please register early
Registration deadline March 10 2017
Mail completed registration form and payment for American Mus1im
Neighbors to
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center
One Alpha DriveElizabethtown PA 17022
Make checks payable to SVMC
Questions Contact us at717-361-1450
REG ISTRATION FORM
Name
Address
PhoneE-mail
Congregation District
Where did you hear about this event
Other dietary restrictionsMeat or vegetarian lunch
Led by George Pickens
March 25 2017 900 am - 500 pm
Mechanicsburg Church of the Brethren
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Mail completed registration form and payment for Art for Worship to
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center
One Alpha DriveElizabethtown PA 17022
Make checks payable to SVMC
Questions
Contact us at717-361-1450
svmcetownedu
REG ISTRATION FORM
NameAre you over 18
Address
PhoneE-mail
Congregation District
Where did you hear about this event
Other dietary restrictionsMeat or vegetarian lunch
Art for WorshipReimaginingReimagining
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center Continuing Education Program presents
March 18 2017Lititz Church of the Brethren900 am - 400 pm
Like the choral anthem the message the prayers and rituals liturgical art enhances the worship experience Each element is meant to awaken us and open our hearts to God The spiritual disciplines that go into sermon writingmdashprayer meditation study and reflectionmdashcan also be used to create liturgical art This kind of art-marking can be called ldquoco-creationrdquo for one creates in partnership with The Creator in a process that is itself an act of worship This workshop will explore fresh possibilities for art in liturgical spaces and lead participants through a process for ldquoco-creatingrdquo art themselves
Cost $65 (includes light breakfast lunch materials fee and 06 CEUs)Registration deadline March 3 2017
Led by Diane BrandtLed by Diane Brandt
ldquoThe Ascending Dancerdquo by Diane Brandt
Diane Brandt is Minister of Visual Arts at St Peterrsquos United Church of Christ in Lancaster PA
Yes
No
A ministry of the Church of the Brethren
1414 Plank Road P O Box 158
Hooversville PA 15936-0158 E-mail harmonycampharmonyorg
httpwwwcampharmonyorg
(814) 798-5885 FAX (814) 798-2225
ldquoThe Church of the Brethren should be absolutely fearless absurdly happy and always
getting into trouble for Jesusrdquo Quote from Dan Westhellip
FUTURE EVENTS
Faith Promise Benefit Dinner ndash December 3 ndash 500 PM ndash Call Camp to register
Alutiig Training ndash December 4 - 16
Childrenrsquos Christmas Party ndash December 10 ndash 900 AM - Call the District Office to register
Welcome to Bethlehem ndash December 10 ndash Greenhouse Park
Salix Bethel Youth Retreat ndash January 13 ndash 15
Cub Scout Retreat ndash January 21
Winter Youth Retreats
Junior Retreat ndash Grades 3 ndash 6 ndash January 27 ndash 29 2017
Teen Retreat ndash Grades 7 ndash 12 ndash February 3 ndash 5 2017
HERITAGE LODGE (oldest and last remaining original building at Camp) ROOF
UPDATE
Thank you volunteers for all your help on repairing and getting the roof ready for the metal roof
Camp has contracted with Kaufman Metals to put on the metal which puts the roof under
warranty Also we thank everyone for all the financial donations for the initial stage of the roof
and a congregation for their donation so Camp could contract for placement of the metal When
we all work together ndash all things are possible THANK YOU The roof is scheduled to be
put on the end of November andor the beginning of December
2016 ldquo52 GOD BLESS YOU TEAMrdquo
As more and more families are blessed they contribute $100 a week or $5200 to Camp so that
the ministry can bless others Join the 2016 team The original premise was that if all the families
in the District contributed $52 the mortgage could be eliminated The 2016 Team includes 60
families and congregations who have contributed $3700 Thank you so much for your
donationshelliphellip
Watch for the end of the year Camp Harmony newsletters They will be distributed soon
ldquoInviting all people to experience the wonder of
creation and find harmony with God with nature and
with one another
CAMP HARMONY
2 youth weekends
CampHarmonyorg
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2 Youth Weekends
January 27-29
Junior Retreat - Grades 3-6
February 3-5
Teen Retreat - Grades 7-12
Camper Name_____________________________________
Gender __M __F Birthdate_________ Current Grade ____
Parent or Legal Guardian(s) Names
_______________________________________________
Mailing Address___________________________________
City__________________ State ______ Zip __________
Email Address____________________________________
Home Phone______________________________________
Emergency Phone__________________________________
Special Instructions_______________________________
Is this your first time Camp Harmony ___Yes ___No
Which Retreat are you Registering For
Junior (grades 3-6) Teen (Grades 7-12)
January 27-29 2017 February 3-5 2017
Please complete if your church is paying a portion of the fee
Church name______________________________________
The church will be paying $_____ of the registration fee
Authorized Signature (Required Pastor or Camp Rep)
________________________________________________
In signing this application I grant permission for my child to attend Camp Harmony and for Camp
Harmony to use images (photo video etc) of my child and members of my family in camp publicity
(print ads internet including social networking sites etc) I waive the right to inspect or approve
images for such purposes I also acknowledge that by their very nature outdoor and camping ac-
tivities involve some risk of injury I understand also that although the camp has taken precau-
tions to provide proper supervision instruction training and equipment for each activity it is
impossible for the camp to guarantee absolute safety I further understand that participation in
these activities is voluntary and waive any claim that may arise against the camp andor employees
as a result of participation in the program except for those that are a direct result of gross
negligence of the camp or its employees
______________________________________________________________ Parent or Legal Guardian Signature Date
If you canrsquot wait until next summer to come back to camp
this is the retreat for you During our winter retreats at
Camp Harmony we do many of our favorite activities from
summer including crafts worship games and Bible lessons
Plus wersquoll get to go sledding and play in the snow Each
weekend is designed to strengthen your faith in Christ and
grow in your walk with Him We canrsquot wait to see you at Camp
Harmony
Registration Friday Evening 7-8 pm
Pick up Sunday Afternoon 2 pm
Cost $100 per camper
Things to bring
Bedding money for store amp offering towel amp toiletries
seasonal clothing including extra shoes and socks Bible
All of your FRIENDS
How to Register
Mail your completed registration form (one per camper) and
a $25 non-refundable deposit to
Camp Harmony Winter Retreats
PO Box 158
1414 Plank Road
Hooversville PA 15936
Payments can be made by cash check or credit card We
recommend full prepayment to reduce time in registration
line Registrations received less than one week from be-
ginning of retreat date will be charged a $15 late fee
Have questions or need more information
8147985885
programcampharmonyorg
AVAILABLE SPEAKERS LIST
January 2017 ORDAINED
ABRAHAM FARREL ndash 4315 Seton Dr Pittsburgh 15227-1245 ndash 412-979-0067 BALDEO ISAAC - 4555 Glen Eden Rd Cranberry Twp 16066-3001 -724 452-0923 BAUGHMAN CARL L - 130 Homewood Dr Butler 16001-1960 -724 283-1051 BERKEBILE WES J ndash 4285 State Route 208 New Wilmington 16142 ndash 724-901-7058 BROADWATER KEVIN L - 475 Keystone St Meyersdale 15552-6943 - 814 442-5684 CHRISTNER JAY L ndash 313 N Edgewood Ave Somerset 15501-1355 ndash 814-445-4223 DEFFENBAUGH BARRON K - 207 Churchill St Johnstown 15904 - 814 266-9758 DERR AMELIA ndash 1202 Roberts Street Nanty Glo 15943-1325 ndash 814-749-0262 DERR HORACE - 1202 Roberts Street Nanty Glo 15943-1325 ndash 814-749-0262 EASH JOHN E - 131 Friendship Ln Hollsopple 15935-6732 - 814 629-0206 GREEN GARY ndash 4589 Somerset Pike Hollsopple 15935-8217 ndash 814-479-5096 GREW DOTTIE H - 509 Sherman St Meyersdale 15552-1239 - 814 634-5329 HAY CHARLES R - 1127 E Main St Berlin 15530-1428-814 267-3205 HIRONIMUS BERTHA - 142 Bent Tree Hill Ligonier 15658-3202 -724 238-3984 HOUGHTON JAMES E - 124 Lindberg Ave Johnstown 15905-3019 -814 255-2431 HOUGHTON SALLY M - 124 Lindberg Ave Johnstown 15905-3019 -814 255-2431 KABLER ERIC P - 126 Clermont St Johnstown 15904-2132 - 814 266-2734 KENSINGER JAMES M - 329 Spackman St Seward 15954-3117 - 814 446-1088 LONGWELL ERIC M -240 Plumcreek Rd Shelocta 15774- 724 599-8690 MANGES JOHN W ndash 137 Catskill Ln Johnstown 15904-7523 MARSHALL HOMER H - 369 W Church Ave Masontown 15461-1651 -724 583-7073 MARSHALL PATRICIA M - 369 W Church Ave Masontown 15461-1651 -724 583-7073 MOORE EDWIN E JR - 107 Sabra Court Uniontown 15401-9729 - 724 970-2505 PETERMAN SANDRA M -110 Windy Ridge Ln Apt 3 Shelocta 15774 - 724 354-6026 REININGER LINDA L - 229 Davis St Johnstown 15906-1517 -814 539-1345 RUMMEL DALE E - 6171 Greenville Pike Grampian 15666-1959 -732 319-0099 RUPERT JACK - 409 State St Johnstown 15905-2642 - 814 322-7786 New Day ndash 814 535-8202 SHAFFER JUDITH A - PO Box 319 Donegal 15628-0319 - 724 516-9191 SHAULIS M ERIC- 25 Sixth Ave Meyersdale 15552-1444 -814 634-8740 SMITH A HARRISON -506 Sciandro Dr Greensburg 15601- 724837-4491 STEIN ROBERT R - PO Box 375 Chalk Hill 15421-0375 - 724 438-2226 SWICK MICHAEL R - 4127 Greenville Rd Meyersdale 15552-8518 -814 634-8158 WALKER JUDY M -425 Morningside Ave Jeannette 15644 - 724 522-5260 WALKER LARRY E - 425 Morningside Ave Jeannette 15644 - 724 522-5260 WHIPPLE CHARLES D - 317 Wyoming St Greensburg 15601-3947 -724 600-6332 WESTLAKE ELVA JEAN -436 Pony Farm Rd Kittanning 16201-4639-724 548-4901 WILLOUGHBY CAROLYN S-207 Churchill St Johnstown 15904-814 266-9758 YOUNG FRANK P ndash 105 Old Hickory Lane Johnston 15905-3377 ndash 814-418-5930
LICENSED
DERCK JOY E - 3089 Dutch Run Rd Shelocta 15774-2224 - 724 354-3386 DERMER JOANN - 3062 Hyndman Rd Hyndman 15545 - 814 842-6489 HILER GARY W - 228 Baltzer Bridge Rd Friedens 15541-6320 - 814 267-6722 ISHMAN DANIEL R - 116 Todd Rd Freeport 16229 - 724 540-5214 MARSZALEK CHERYL A - 409 Herman Ave Wilmerding 15148-1206 - 412 551-6422 SHAFFER ABBY R -(office) 115 Spring Rd Hollsopple 15935-7412 - 814 479-2181 YOST ERIC W ndash 1009 First Street Windber PA 15963 ndash 814-467-0882
LAY SPEAKER RAMER DONNA L -102 Franklin Dr Greensburg 15601-1305-724 836-0594
Thanks very much for keeping the reports coming in The NEW Form B that comes from the Yearbook Office in Elgin and updates contact information about your congregationrsquos board or leadership team chair the treasurer a deacon contact and a number of other contact persons will be coming to congregations and contact persons soon Please be sure to review the material provided on Form B and make updates as they are needed Complete addresses and phone numbers are appreciated as well as email addresses if they are available The Additional Officers
Form for 2016 will be sent from the District Office soon
In addition the Congregational Outreach Form for 20162017 has been sent from the COB Stewardship Office and is due by December 1 2016 If you have a question you will need to contact the Stewardship Office at 800-323-8039 ext 361 A downloadable version of the form as well as a new fillable option is also available at wwwbrethrenorgstewardship Feel free to use that option in order to switch to paperless reporting
The forms listed below were received in the District Office as of November 20 ALL of these informational forms are important to both the district and the denomination The updated forms are sent to Elgin and they provide a copy for the District Office If you have a question about a form please donrsquot hesitate to contact Tina at 814 479-2181 or toll free 1-866-279-2181 Your prompt attention to this task will be appreciated Thanks
Church Code
Church Name
Form A
Form B
2015 Statistical Report
Additional Officers
Self-Allocation
37-010 Arbutus
37-015 Beachdale
37-020 Bear Run
37-030 Berkey
37-050 Bethel
37-060 Brothersvalley
37-068 Canaan
37-070 Center
37-080 Center Hill
37-090 Conemaugh
37-100 Connellsville
37-110 County Line
37-130 Elbethel
37-140 Erie Community United
37-150 Fairchance
37-160 Fair View
37-170 Farmington Bethel
37-190 Geiger
37-195 Good Samaritan
37-200 Greensburg
37-210 Greenville
37-220 Hooversville
37-230 Hostetler
37-240 Hyndman
37-250 Indiana
37-310 Ligonier First
37-320 Locust Grove
37-340 Maple Glen
37-350 Maple Grove
37-360 Maple Spring
37-380 Meyersdale
37-390 Middlecreek
37-400 Monroeville
37-410 Montgomery
Church Code
Church Name
Form A
Form B
2015 Statistical Report
Additional Officers
Self-Allocation
37-260 Morrellville
37-420 Mount Joy
37-430 Mount Pleasant
37-270 Moxham
37-440 Nanty Glo
37-450 Natrona Heights
37-460 Oakdale
37-470 Penn Run
37-475 Pike Run
37-480 Pleasant Hill
37-500 Plumcreek
37-505 Purchase Line
37-508 Rayman
37-510 Robinson
37-520 Rockton
37-530 Rockwood
37-280 Roxbury
37-540 Rummel
37-550 Salisbury
37-560 Scalp Level
37-570 Shade CreekRidge
37-580 Sipesville
37-590 Somerset
37-620 Ten Mile
37-630 Tire Hill
37-635 Union Chapel
37-640 Uniontown
37-290 Walnut Grove
37-645 Way of Hope
37-300 Westmont
37-650 Windber
37-660 Wooddale
2016 District Events and Meetings
This calendar will be updated as we receive dates from your groups please send your important dates to the District Office
ASAP to insure they will be on the District Calendar Thank you EVENTS ARE CODED AS
District Events open for anyone in the District to attend - CAPS Meetings such as District Leadership Team Camp Board Home Trustees and events beyond the District - small print Youth and Childrenrsquos Activities -ITALICS amp CAPS
SUGGESTIONS FOR USE KEEP FOR REFERENCE WHEN SETTING LOCAL CHURCH DATES Each month check this page in District HIGHLIGHTS for changesadditions Keep your calendar updated
DECEMBER 2016
4 - SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT
10 - CHILDRENrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY ndash Camp Harmony ndash more information to come
11 - THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT
18 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT
19 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
25 - MERRY CHIRSTMAS
26 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
31 - NEW YEARrsquoS EVE
2017 District Events and Meetings
This calendar will be updated as we receive dates from your groups please send your important dates to the District Office
ASAP to insure they will be on the District Calendar Thank you EVENTS ARE CODED AS
District Events open for anyone in the District to attend - CAPS Meetings such as District Leadership Team Camp Board Home Trustees and events beyond the District - small print Youth and Childrenrsquos Activities - ITALICS amp CAPS
SUGGESTIONS FOR USE KEEP FOR REFERENCE WHEN SETTING LOCAL CHURCH DATES Each month check this page in District HIGHLIGHTS for changesadditions Keep your calendar updated
JANUARY 2017
1 - HAPPY NEW YEAR
8 - EPIPHANY
18-25 - WEEK OF PRAYER FOR CHRISTIAN UNITY
30 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
FEBRUARY 2017
9 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
18 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
20 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
MARCH 2017
1 - ASH WEDNESDAY
3 - WORLD DAY OF PRAYER
5 - FIRST SUNDAY OF LENT
12 - DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME BEGINS (Turn clocks AHEAD one hour)
12 - SECOND SUNDAY OF LENT
19 - THIRD SUNDAY OF LENT
20 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
26 - ONE GREAT HOUR OF SHARING
26 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF LENT
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
APRIL 2017
2 - FIFTH SUNDAY OF LENT
9 - PALM SUNDAY
13 - MAUNDY THURSDAY
14 - GOOD FRIDAY
16 - ALLELUIA CHRIST IS RISEN
17 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
22 - Earth Day
24 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
MAY 2017
4 - NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER
7 - NATIONAL YOUTH SUNDAY
5-6 - District Womenrsquos Retreat ndash Camp Harmony
11 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
14 - HAPPY MOTHERrsquoS DAY
20 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
22 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
25 - ASCENSION DAY
29 - MEMORIAL DAY
29 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
JUNE 2017
4 - HAPPY BIRTHDAY CHURCH (Pentecost Sunday)
4 - Annual Conference Briefing Geiger COB
18 - HAPPY FATHERrsquoS DAY
19 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
26 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
28 -ANNUAL CONFERENCE (begins) Grand Rapids Michigan
JULY 2017
2 - ANNUAL CONFERENCE (concludes) Greensboro North Carolina
4 - INDEPENDENCE DAY
20 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm - Beachley Residence (District Conference Business)
24 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
28 - District Leadership Team 6 pm Arbutus Church (District Conference Business)
31 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
AUGUST 2017
21 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
28 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
SEPTEMBER 2017
4 - LABOR DAY
14 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
16 - CAMP HARMONY FESTIVAL
18 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
21 - DAY OF PRAYER FOR PEACE
23 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
25 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
OCTOBER 2017
1 - WORLD COMMUNION SUNDAY
21 - District Conference 9 am Camp Harmony
23 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
30 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
NOVEMBER 2017
4 - ELEVENTH ANNUAL DISTRICT AUCTION 9 am Camp Harmony
5 - DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME ENDS (Turn clocks BACK one hour)
9 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
18 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
20 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
23 - HAPPY THANKSGIVING
26 - FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
DECEMBER 2017
3 - SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT
9 - CHILDRENrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY ndash Camp Harmony ndash more information to come
10 - THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT
17 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT
18 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
25 - MERRY CHIRSTMAS
- Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
31 - NEW YEARrsquoS EVE
PLEASE NOTE Dates will be added or changed as needed If your District group team or committee has additions or changes to this calendar please contact the District Office as soon as possible Your help is much appreciated
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2017 District Womenrsquos Spring Event
Women of God ndash Joy in the Journey
Registration Form ndash one form per person
Church ___________________________________________________________
Name _____________________________________________________________
Address ___________________________________________________________
City ____________________________________ State __________ Zip ______
Email _____________________________________________________________
Cost $9500 for 2 day retreat ndash includes meals lodging and all the fun
Deposit $5000 due by February 14 2017
Remaining Balance $4500 due before April 15 2017
Please send Registration Forms and fees to
Pastor Judy Walker 425 Morningside Avenue Jeannette PA 15644-1954
2017 Work Schedule
Please review the 2017 work schedule below and consider giving a day or a week
out of your busy schedules toward this very rewarding worthwhile ministry
Contact your church coordinator or Herb Ewald at hjewaldatlanticbbnet
or (814) 539-8530 as soon as possible to volunteer
Thank you
Day Trips Week Trips
XXXXXXXXXXX March 26 ndash April 1 Project 2 XXXXXXXXXXX with Virlina District
Thursday April 6 July 9 - 15 S Carolina Tuesday April 18 with Beaver Creek Mid - Atlantic
Thursday June 8 September 3 - 9 Project 2 Tuesday June 27 with Brownsville Mid - Atlantic Thursday August 10 October 1 - 7 S Carolina Tuesday August 29 with (open) Thursday October 12 Tuesday October 24 All week long trip locations will be Thursday December 7 announced as info becomes available Tuesday December 19
Brethren Home
Community Windber
December 2016 ndash January 2017
Pastor linda reininger to retire on December 29
Home Chaplain Linda Reininger will retire on December 29 Pastor Linda and her
husband Jim have spent the last five years in pastoral service to our residents We
thank her for her dedicated service and wish her a blessed retirement filled with many
happy hours with her family
CPR mannequins purchased by Home Auxiliary
The Home Auxiliary and members of the nursing department have partnered to make
required cardio-pulmonary resuscitation classes available for our staff The Auxiliary
purchased a set of cardio pulmonary resuscitation mannequins and instructional tapes
to be used in CPR classes Mrs Nancy Donati RN and Mrs Jeri Lynn Felski RN
became certified CPR instructors through the American Heart Association With the
purchase of the mannequins and instructional tapes along with onsite instructors
classes can be scheduled at our staffrsquos convenience with no additional costs
Auxiliary officers installed At the November meeting Pastor Ron
St Clair installed these Home Auxiliary officers for 2017 President Arbutus Eash Vice
President Donna Ramer Corresponding Secretary Janet Fisher Recording Secretary
Connie Berkebile Treasurer April Mackell Assistant Treasurer Marilyn Manotti At
the meeting the Auxiliary also made these purchases for the Home six infection control
supply cabinets renovations for one resident room piano tuning and knife sharpeners
for a total of just over $3000 As always the Home is tremendously grateful for the
officers who dedicate themselves to the work of the Auxiliary and the generous gifts the
Auxiliary makes available for our residents
Jigsaw PUZZLES and puzzle BOARDs donated The family of
Mrs Janet Korber made a gift of three revolving jigsaw puzzle boards and more than
twenty puzzles to the Home in memory of their mother The family worked with the
activities department to make the gift one that would be enjoyed by Mrs Korberrsquos
friends and many future residents With the onset of winter weather the puzzles and
boards will be an especially welcome pastime
Ipad purchased with community foundation
grant Our Home has received a $500 grant from the iPACP fund administered
by the Community Foundation for the Alleghenies The grant money was used to
purchase an IPad to be used by residents with neurological disorders that limit their
communication skills Interchangeable applications for the iPad will allow these
residents to communicate in writing or through the use of icons according to evolving
therapy needs
QUALITY NURSING DIRECTOR EARNS CERTIFICATION
Mrs Amanda Snyder RN BSN PCHA has completed the requirements to become a
Certified Nursing Director in Long Term Care The certification is awarded by the
American Society for Long Term Care Nurses Mrs Snyder is the Quality Nursing
Director at the Home responsible for maintaining state standards of care and providing
in service education
Activities for daily living suite added Activities for Daily
Living (ADL) is a program designed to complement our therapy services Using the
skills reclaimed through physical and occupational therapy and applying them to real
life situations ADL prepares our residents for their return to independent living The
opportunity to master actual life skills under the supervision of a therapist raises the
residentsrsquo confidence and increases their success rate To facilitate the program the
Home is constructing an ADL suite It will be located next to the basement chapel and
contain a full working kitchen bathroom bedroom and living area
Breast cancer awareness activities The Home staff once again
took part in October breast cancer awareness month activities Dress down days
cookie sales bracelet sales and participation in breast cancer walksruns led to a
donation of $307 made to the Joyce Murtha Breast Care Center in Windber
ldquoMay you have the gladness of Christmas which is hope
The spirit of Christmas which is peace
And the heart of Christmas which is loverdquo
Blessed Christmas and Happy New Year
From the BHCW residents staff and general board
Brethren Home Community Windber
Tree of Stars 2016 Please help us decorate the
Christmas Tree of Stars
in this 33rd year of our program Your donation will not only honor or memorialize a loved one or friend it will help our Home to provide our residents benevolent care The names of those persons being remembered will be displayed on the Christmas Tree in the Circle Lounge and
published in our newsletter
Please return the bottom portion with your
contribution to
- -- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Christmas Tree of Stars 2016
Please hang a Star in Memory of _______________________________________
OR
Please hang an Ornament in Honor of ____________________________________
Donated By _______________________________________ Amount_______________
Address _________________________________________
__________________________________________
Church of the Brethren Home 227 Hoffman Avenue Windber PA 15963 Attn Tree of Stars
Mail completed registration form and payment for Leviticus to
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center
One Alpha DriveElizabethtown PA 17022
Make checks payable to SVMC
Questions Contact us at717-361-1450
svmcetownedu
REG ISTRATION FORM
Name
Address
PhoneE-mail
Congregation District
Where did you hear about this event
Other dietary restrictionsMeat or vegetarian lunch
Ten Plus Reasons to Love Leviticus
BOB NEFF Keynote Speaker
Other speakersChristina Bucher (sexuality in Leviticus from different faith perspectives)
David Leiter (social justice and Leviticus)Frank Ramirez (the Brethren and Leviticus 19)
Brody Rike (atonement and orientation to God)
Leviticus is a book for our time Leviticus challenges us to lives of integrity seven days a week by respecting our elders and the marginalized resolving our feelings and disputes with our neighbor protecting the rights of the alien addressing economic and social inequity care for the environment the appropriate preparation of food and its consumption living from the perspective of the Holy One This study unlike most book investigations will not follow chapter by chapter but will begin in the center of the book with chapter 19 and the directive ldquoYou shall be holy as I am Holyrdquo Leviticus invites us to lead a holy life that is strikingly relevant to our lives today
Cost $60 (includes light breakfast lunch and 06 CEUs)
Registration due to SVMC by April 10 2017
S u s q u e h a n n a V a l l e y M i n i s t r y C e n t e rContinuing Education Series
ELIZABETHTOWN COLLEGE bull Susquehanna Room
APRIL 24 2017900 am - 400 pm (Registration at 830)
Bob Neff is an Old Testament scholar President Emeritus of Juniata College and former General Secretary of the Church of the Brethren
Understanding Our American
Muslim Neighbors
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center Continuing Education Series
Islam is the fastest growing religion in the US and this event is designed to introduce our American Muslim neighbors so that we might begin to love them as Jesus commanded Participants will visit some of our Muslim neighbors at a local mosque The presenter George Pickens has been teaching Islam and Christian witness among Muslims for over 25 years first in Africa where he spent 14 years and currently at Messiah College where he is Professor of Theology and Director of the Program in Peace and Conflict Studies George is actively involved in building positive relations with Muslims in the Capital Region of central Pennsylvania and he is a member of the Mechanicsburg (PA) Church of the Brethren and an ordained minister in the Church of the Brethren
Cost is $5500 (includes light breakfast lunch and 07 CEUrsquos) If 3 or more register from the same congregation cost is $35person If possible please register all from congregation at the same time Registration will cap at 35 participants so please register early
Registration deadline March 10 2017
Mail completed registration form and payment for American Mus1im
Neighbors to
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center
One Alpha DriveElizabethtown PA 17022
Make checks payable to SVMC
Questions Contact us at717-361-1450
REG ISTRATION FORM
Name
Address
PhoneE-mail
Congregation District
Where did you hear about this event
Other dietary restrictionsMeat or vegetarian lunch
Led by George Pickens
March 25 2017 900 am - 500 pm
Mechanicsburg Church of the Brethren
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Mail completed registration form and payment for Art for Worship to
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center
One Alpha DriveElizabethtown PA 17022
Make checks payable to SVMC
Questions
Contact us at717-361-1450
svmcetownedu
REG ISTRATION FORM
NameAre you over 18
Address
PhoneE-mail
Congregation District
Where did you hear about this event
Other dietary restrictionsMeat or vegetarian lunch
Art for WorshipReimaginingReimagining
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center Continuing Education Program presents
March 18 2017Lititz Church of the Brethren900 am - 400 pm
Like the choral anthem the message the prayers and rituals liturgical art enhances the worship experience Each element is meant to awaken us and open our hearts to God The spiritual disciplines that go into sermon writingmdashprayer meditation study and reflectionmdashcan also be used to create liturgical art This kind of art-marking can be called ldquoco-creationrdquo for one creates in partnership with The Creator in a process that is itself an act of worship This workshop will explore fresh possibilities for art in liturgical spaces and lead participants through a process for ldquoco-creatingrdquo art themselves
Cost $65 (includes light breakfast lunch materials fee and 06 CEUs)Registration deadline March 3 2017
Led by Diane BrandtLed by Diane Brandt
ldquoThe Ascending Dancerdquo by Diane Brandt
Diane Brandt is Minister of Visual Arts at St Peterrsquos United Church of Christ in Lancaster PA
Yes
No
A ministry of the Church of the Brethren
1414 Plank Road P O Box 158
Hooversville PA 15936-0158 E-mail harmonycampharmonyorg
httpwwwcampharmonyorg
(814) 798-5885 FAX (814) 798-2225
ldquoThe Church of the Brethren should be absolutely fearless absurdly happy and always
getting into trouble for Jesusrdquo Quote from Dan Westhellip
FUTURE EVENTS
Faith Promise Benefit Dinner ndash December 3 ndash 500 PM ndash Call Camp to register
Alutiig Training ndash December 4 - 16
Childrenrsquos Christmas Party ndash December 10 ndash 900 AM - Call the District Office to register
Welcome to Bethlehem ndash December 10 ndash Greenhouse Park
Salix Bethel Youth Retreat ndash January 13 ndash 15
Cub Scout Retreat ndash January 21
Winter Youth Retreats
Junior Retreat ndash Grades 3 ndash 6 ndash January 27 ndash 29 2017
Teen Retreat ndash Grades 7 ndash 12 ndash February 3 ndash 5 2017
HERITAGE LODGE (oldest and last remaining original building at Camp) ROOF
UPDATE
Thank you volunteers for all your help on repairing and getting the roof ready for the metal roof
Camp has contracted with Kaufman Metals to put on the metal which puts the roof under
warranty Also we thank everyone for all the financial donations for the initial stage of the roof
and a congregation for their donation so Camp could contract for placement of the metal When
we all work together ndash all things are possible THANK YOU The roof is scheduled to be
put on the end of November andor the beginning of December
2016 ldquo52 GOD BLESS YOU TEAMrdquo
As more and more families are blessed they contribute $100 a week or $5200 to Camp so that
the ministry can bless others Join the 2016 team The original premise was that if all the families
in the District contributed $52 the mortgage could be eliminated The 2016 Team includes 60
families and congregations who have contributed $3700 Thank you so much for your
donationshelliphellip
Watch for the end of the year Camp Harmony newsletters They will be distributed soon
ldquoInviting all people to experience the wonder of
creation and find harmony with God with nature and
with one another
CAMP HARMONY
2 youth weekends
CampHarmonyorg
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2 Youth Weekends
January 27-29
Junior Retreat - Grades 3-6
February 3-5
Teen Retreat - Grades 7-12
Camper Name_____________________________________
Gender __M __F Birthdate_________ Current Grade ____
Parent or Legal Guardian(s) Names
_______________________________________________
Mailing Address___________________________________
City__________________ State ______ Zip __________
Email Address____________________________________
Home Phone______________________________________
Emergency Phone__________________________________
Special Instructions_______________________________
Is this your first time Camp Harmony ___Yes ___No
Which Retreat are you Registering For
Junior (grades 3-6) Teen (Grades 7-12)
January 27-29 2017 February 3-5 2017
Please complete if your church is paying a portion of the fee
Church name______________________________________
The church will be paying $_____ of the registration fee
Authorized Signature (Required Pastor or Camp Rep)
________________________________________________
In signing this application I grant permission for my child to attend Camp Harmony and for Camp
Harmony to use images (photo video etc) of my child and members of my family in camp publicity
(print ads internet including social networking sites etc) I waive the right to inspect or approve
images for such purposes I also acknowledge that by their very nature outdoor and camping ac-
tivities involve some risk of injury I understand also that although the camp has taken precau-
tions to provide proper supervision instruction training and equipment for each activity it is
impossible for the camp to guarantee absolute safety I further understand that participation in
these activities is voluntary and waive any claim that may arise against the camp andor employees
as a result of participation in the program except for those that are a direct result of gross
negligence of the camp or its employees
______________________________________________________________ Parent or Legal Guardian Signature Date
If you canrsquot wait until next summer to come back to camp
this is the retreat for you During our winter retreats at
Camp Harmony we do many of our favorite activities from
summer including crafts worship games and Bible lessons
Plus wersquoll get to go sledding and play in the snow Each
weekend is designed to strengthen your faith in Christ and
grow in your walk with Him We canrsquot wait to see you at Camp
Harmony
Registration Friday Evening 7-8 pm
Pick up Sunday Afternoon 2 pm
Cost $100 per camper
Things to bring
Bedding money for store amp offering towel amp toiletries
seasonal clothing including extra shoes and socks Bible
All of your FRIENDS
How to Register
Mail your completed registration form (one per camper) and
a $25 non-refundable deposit to
Camp Harmony Winter Retreats
PO Box 158
1414 Plank Road
Hooversville PA 15936
Payments can be made by cash check or credit card We
recommend full prepayment to reduce time in registration
line Registrations received less than one week from be-
ginning of retreat date will be charged a $15 late fee
Have questions or need more information
8147985885
programcampharmonyorg
AVAILABLE SPEAKERS LIST
January 2017 ORDAINED
ABRAHAM FARREL ndash 4315 Seton Dr Pittsburgh 15227-1245 ndash 412-979-0067 BALDEO ISAAC - 4555 Glen Eden Rd Cranberry Twp 16066-3001 -724 452-0923 BAUGHMAN CARL L - 130 Homewood Dr Butler 16001-1960 -724 283-1051 BERKEBILE WES J ndash 4285 State Route 208 New Wilmington 16142 ndash 724-901-7058 BROADWATER KEVIN L - 475 Keystone St Meyersdale 15552-6943 - 814 442-5684 CHRISTNER JAY L ndash 313 N Edgewood Ave Somerset 15501-1355 ndash 814-445-4223 DEFFENBAUGH BARRON K - 207 Churchill St Johnstown 15904 - 814 266-9758 DERR AMELIA ndash 1202 Roberts Street Nanty Glo 15943-1325 ndash 814-749-0262 DERR HORACE - 1202 Roberts Street Nanty Glo 15943-1325 ndash 814-749-0262 EASH JOHN E - 131 Friendship Ln Hollsopple 15935-6732 - 814 629-0206 GREEN GARY ndash 4589 Somerset Pike Hollsopple 15935-8217 ndash 814-479-5096 GREW DOTTIE H - 509 Sherman St Meyersdale 15552-1239 - 814 634-5329 HAY CHARLES R - 1127 E Main St Berlin 15530-1428-814 267-3205 HIRONIMUS BERTHA - 142 Bent Tree Hill Ligonier 15658-3202 -724 238-3984 HOUGHTON JAMES E - 124 Lindberg Ave Johnstown 15905-3019 -814 255-2431 HOUGHTON SALLY M - 124 Lindberg Ave Johnstown 15905-3019 -814 255-2431 KABLER ERIC P - 126 Clermont St Johnstown 15904-2132 - 814 266-2734 KENSINGER JAMES M - 329 Spackman St Seward 15954-3117 - 814 446-1088 LONGWELL ERIC M -240 Plumcreek Rd Shelocta 15774- 724 599-8690 MANGES JOHN W ndash 137 Catskill Ln Johnstown 15904-7523 MARSHALL HOMER H - 369 W Church Ave Masontown 15461-1651 -724 583-7073 MARSHALL PATRICIA M - 369 W Church Ave Masontown 15461-1651 -724 583-7073 MOORE EDWIN E JR - 107 Sabra Court Uniontown 15401-9729 - 724 970-2505 PETERMAN SANDRA M -110 Windy Ridge Ln Apt 3 Shelocta 15774 - 724 354-6026 REININGER LINDA L - 229 Davis St Johnstown 15906-1517 -814 539-1345 RUMMEL DALE E - 6171 Greenville Pike Grampian 15666-1959 -732 319-0099 RUPERT JACK - 409 State St Johnstown 15905-2642 - 814 322-7786 New Day ndash 814 535-8202 SHAFFER JUDITH A - PO Box 319 Donegal 15628-0319 - 724 516-9191 SHAULIS M ERIC- 25 Sixth Ave Meyersdale 15552-1444 -814 634-8740 SMITH A HARRISON -506 Sciandro Dr Greensburg 15601- 724837-4491 STEIN ROBERT R - PO Box 375 Chalk Hill 15421-0375 - 724 438-2226 SWICK MICHAEL R - 4127 Greenville Rd Meyersdale 15552-8518 -814 634-8158 WALKER JUDY M -425 Morningside Ave Jeannette 15644 - 724 522-5260 WALKER LARRY E - 425 Morningside Ave Jeannette 15644 - 724 522-5260 WHIPPLE CHARLES D - 317 Wyoming St Greensburg 15601-3947 -724 600-6332 WESTLAKE ELVA JEAN -436 Pony Farm Rd Kittanning 16201-4639-724 548-4901 WILLOUGHBY CAROLYN S-207 Churchill St Johnstown 15904-814 266-9758 YOUNG FRANK P ndash 105 Old Hickory Lane Johnston 15905-3377 ndash 814-418-5930
LICENSED
DERCK JOY E - 3089 Dutch Run Rd Shelocta 15774-2224 - 724 354-3386 DERMER JOANN - 3062 Hyndman Rd Hyndman 15545 - 814 842-6489 HILER GARY W - 228 Baltzer Bridge Rd Friedens 15541-6320 - 814 267-6722 ISHMAN DANIEL R - 116 Todd Rd Freeport 16229 - 724 540-5214 MARSZALEK CHERYL A - 409 Herman Ave Wilmerding 15148-1206 - 412 551-6422 SHAFFER ABBY R -(office) 115 Spring Rd Hollsopple 15935-7412 - 814 479-2181 YOST ERIC W ndash 1009 First Street Windber PA 15963 ndash 814-467-0882
LAY SPEAKER RAMER DONNA L -102 Franklin Dr Greensburg 15601-1305-724 836-0594
Thanks very much for keeping the reports coming in The NEW Form B that comes from the Yearbook Office in Elgin and updates contact information about your congregationrsquos board or leadership team chair the treasurer a deacon contact and a number of other contact persons will be coming to congregations and contact persons soon Please be sure to review the material provided on Form B and make updates as they are needed Complete addresses and phone numbers are appreciated as well as email addresses if they are available The Additional Officers
Form for 2016 will be sent from the District Office soon
In addition the Congregational Outreach Form for 20162017 has been sent from the COB Stewardship Office and is due by December 1 2016 If you have a question you will need to contact the Stewardship Office at 800-323-8039 ext 361 A downloadable version of the form as well as a new fillable option is also available at wwwbrethrenorgstewardship Feel free to use that option in order to switch to paperless reporting
The forms listed below were received in the District Office as of November 20 ALL of these informational forms are important to both the district and the denomination The updated forms are sent to Elgin and they provide a copy for the District Office If you have a question about a form please donrsquot hesitate to contact Tina at 814 479-2181 or toll free 1-866-279-2181 Your prompt attention to this task will be appreciated Thanks
Church Code
Church Name
Form A
Form B
2015 Statistical Report
Additional Officers
Self-Allocation
37-010 Arbutus
37-015 Beachdale
37-020 Bear Run
37-030 Berkey
37-050 Bethel
37-060 Brothersvalley
37-068 Canaan
37-070 Center
37-080 Center Hill
37-090 Conemaugh
37-100 Connellsville
37-110 County Line
37-130 Elbethel
37-140 Erie Community United
37-150 Fairchance
37-160 Fair View
37-170 Farmington Bethel
37-190 Geiger
37-195 Good Samaritan
37-200 Greensburg
37-210 Greenville
37-220 Hooversville
37-230 Hostetler
37-240 Hyndman
37-250 Indiana
37-310 Ligonier First
37-320 Locust Grove
37-340 Maple Glen
37-350 Maple Grove
37-360 Maple Spring
37-380 Meyersdale
37-390 Middlecreek
37-400 Monroeville
37-410 Montgomery
Church Code
Church Name
Form A
Form B
2015 Statistical Report
Additional Officers
Self-Allocation
37-260 Morrellville
37-420 Mount Joy
37-430 Mount Pleasant
37-270 Moxham
37-440 Nanty Glo
37-450 Natrona Heights
37-460 Oakdale
37-470 Penn Run
37-475 Pike Run
37-480 Pleasant Hill
37-500 Plumcreek
37-505 Purchase Line
37-508 Rayman
37-510 Robinson
37-520 Rockton
37-530 Rockwood
37-280 Roxbury
37-540 Rummel
37-550 Salisbury
37-560 Scalp Level
37-570 Shade CreekRidge
37-580 Sipesville
37-590 Somerset
37-620 Ten Mile
37-630 Tire Hill
37-635 Union Chapel
37-640 Uniontown
37-290 Walnut Grove
37-645 Way of Hope
37-300 Westmont
37-650 Windber
37-660 Wooddale
2016 District Events and Meetings
This calendar will be updated as we receive dates from your groups please send your important dates to the District Office
ASAP to insure they will be on the District Calendar Thank you EVENTS ARE CODED AS
District Events open for anyone in the District to attend - CAPS Meetings such as District Leadership Team Camp Board Home Trustees and events beyond the District - small print Youth and Childrenrsquos Activities -ITALICS amp CAPS
SUGGESTIONS FOR USE KEEP FOR REFERENCE WHEN SETTING LOCAL CHURCH DATES Each month check this page in District HIGHLIGHTS for changesadditions Keep your calendar updated
DECEMBER 2016
4 - SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT
10 - CHILDRENrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY ndash Camp Harmony ndash more information to come
11 - THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT
18 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT
19 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
25 - MERRY CHIRSTMAS
26 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
31 - NEW YEARrsquoS EVE
2017 District Events and Meetings
This calendar will be updated as we receive dates from your groups please send your important dates to the District Office
ASAP to insure they will be on the District Calendar Thank you EVENTS ARE CODED AS
District Events open for anyone in the District to attend - CAPS Meetings such as District Leadership Team Camp Board Home Trustees and events beyond the District - small print Youth and Childrenrsquos Activities - ITALICS amp CAPS
SUGGESTIONS FOR USE KEEP FOR REFERENCE WHEN SETTING LOCAL CHURCH DATES Each month check this page in District HIGHLIGHTS for changesadditions Keep your calendar updated
JANUARY 2017
1 - HAPPY NEW YEAR
8 - EPIPHANY
18-25 - WEEK OF PRAYER FOR CHRISTIAN UNITY
30 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
FEBRUARY 2017
9 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
18 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
20 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
MARCH 2017
1 - ASH WEDNESDAY
3 - WORLD DAY OF PRAYER
5 - FIRST SUNDAY OF LENT
12 - DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME BEGINS (Turn clocks AHEAD one hour)
12 - SECOND SUNDAY OF LENT
19 - THIRD SUNDAY OF LENT
20 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
26 - ONE GREAT HOUR OF SHARING
26 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF LENT
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
APRIL 2017
2 - FIFTH SUNDAY OF LENT
9 - PALM SUNDAY
13 - MAUNDY THURSDAY
14 - GOOD FRIDAY
16 - ALLELUIA CHRIST IS RISEN
17 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
22 - Earth Day
24 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
MAY 2017
4 - NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER
7 - NATIONAL YOUTH SUNDAY
5-6 - District Womenrsquos Retreat ndash Camp Harmony
11 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
14 - HAPPY MOTHERrsquoS DAY
20 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
22 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
25 - ASCENSION DAY
29 - MEMORIAL DAY
29 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
JUNE 2017
4 - HAPPY BIRTHDAY CHURCH (Pentecost Sunday)
4 - Annual Conference Briefing Geiger COB
18 - HAPPY FATHERrsquoS DAY
19 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
26 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
28 -ANNUAL CONFERENCE (begins) Grand Rapids Michigan
JULY 2017
2 - ANNUAL CONFERENCE (concludes) Greensboro North Carolina
4 - INDEPENDENCE DAY
20 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm - Beachley Residence (District Conference Business)
24 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
28 - District Leadership Team 6 pm Arbutus Church (District Conference Business)
31 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
AUGUST 2017
21 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
28 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
SEPTEMBER 2017
4 - LABOR DAY
14 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
16 - CAMP HARMONY FESTIVAL
18 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
21 - DAY OF PRAYER FOR PEACE
23 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
25 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
OCTOBER 2017
1 - WORLD COMMUNION SUNDAY
21 - District Conference 9 am Camp Harmony
23 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
30 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
NOVEMBER 2017
4 - ELEVENTH ANNUAL DISTRICT AUCTION 9 am Camp Harmony
5 - DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME ENDS (Turn clocks BACK one hour)
9 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
18 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
20 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
23 - HAPPY THANKSGIVING
26 - FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
DECEMBER 2017
3 - SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT
9 - CHILDRENrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY ndash Camp Harmony ndash more information to come
10 - THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT
17 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT
18 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
25 - MERRY CHIRSTMAS
- Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
31 - NEW YEARrsquoS EVE
PLEASE NOTE Dates will be added or changed as needed If your District group team or committee has additions or changes to this calendar please contact the District Office as soon as possible Your help is much appreciated
2017 Work Schedule
Please review the 2017 work schedule below and consider giving a day or a week
out of your busy schedules toward this very rewarding worthwhile ministry
Contact your church coordinator or Herb Ewald at hjewaldatlanticbbnet
or (814) 539-8530 as soon as possible to volunteer
Thank you
Day Trips Week Trips
XXXXXXXXXXX March 26 ndash April 1 Project 2 XXXXXXXXXXX with Virlina District
Thursday April 6 July 9 - 15 S Carolina Tuesday April 18 with Beaver Creek Mid - Atlantic
Thursday June 8 September 3 - 9 Project 2 Tuesday June 27 with Brownsville Mid - Atlantic Thursday August 10 October 1 - 7 S Carolina Tuesday August 29 with (open) Thursday October 12 Tuesday October 24 All week long trip locations will be Thursday December 7 announced as info becomes available Tuesday December 19
Brethren Home
Community Windber
December 2016 ndash January 2017
Pastor linda reininger to retire on December 29
Home Chaplain Linda Reininger will retire on December 29 Pastor Linda and her
husband Jim have spent the last five years in pastoral service to our residents We
thank her for her dedicated service and wish her a blessed retirement filled with many
happy hours with her family
CPR mannequins purchased by Home Auxiliary
The Home Auxiliary and members of the nursing department have partnered to make
required cardio-pulmonary resuscitation classes available for our staff The Auxiliary
purchased a set of cardio pulmonary resuscitation mannequins and instructional tapes
to be used in CPR classes Mrs Nancy Donati RN and Mrs Jeri Lynn Felski RN
became certified CPR instructors through the American Heart Association With the
purchase of the mannequins and instructional tapes along with onsite instructors
classes can be scheduled at our staffrsquos convenience with no additional costs
Auxiliary officers installed At the November meeting Pastor Ron
St Clair installed these Home Auxiliary officers for 2017 President Arbutus Eash Vice
President Donna Ramer Corresponding Secretary Janet Fisher Recording Secretary
Connie Berkebile Treasurer April Mackell Assistant Treasurer Marilyn Manotti At
the meeting the Auxiliary also made these purchases for the Home six infection control
supply cabinets renovations for one resident room piano tuning and knife sharpeners
for a total of just over $3000 As always the Home is tremendously grateful for the
officers who dedicate themselves to the work of the Auxiliary and the generous gifts the
Auxiliary makes available for our residents
Jigsaw PUZZLES and puzzle BOARDs donated The family of
Mrs Janet Korber made a gift of three revolving jigsaw puzzle boards and more than
twenty puzzles to the Home in memory of their mother The family worked with the
activities department to make the gift one that would be enjoyed by Mrs Korberrsquos
friends and many future residents With the onset of winter weather the puzzles and
boards will be an especially welcome pastime
Ipad purchased with community foundation
grant Our Home has received a $500 grant from the iPACP fund administered
by the Community Foundation for the Alleghenies The grant money was used to
purchase an IPad to be used by residents with neurological disorders that limit their
communication skills Interchangeable applications for the iPad will allow these
residents to communicate in writing or through the use of icons according to evolving
therapy needs
QUALITY NURSING DIRECTOR EARNS CERTIFICATION
Mrs Amanda Snyder RN BSN PCHA has completed the requirements to become a
Certified Nursing Director in Long Term Care The certification is awarded by the
American Society for Long Term Care Nurses Mrs Snyder is the Quality Nursing
Director at the Home responsible for maintaining state standards of care and providing
in service education
Activities for daily living suite added Activities for Daily
Living (ADL) is a program designed to complement our therapy services Using the
skills reclaimed through physical and occupational therapy and applying them to real
life situations ADL prepares our residents for their return to independent living The
opportunity to master actual life skills under the supervision of a therapist raises the
residentsrsquo confidence and increases their success rate To facilitate the program the
Home is constructing an ADL suite It will be located next to the basement chapel and
contain a full working kitchen bathroom bedroom and living area
Breast cancer awareness activities The Home staff once again
took part in October breast cancer awareness month activities Dress down days
cookie sales bracelet sales and participation in breast cancer walksruns led to a
donation of $307 made to the Joyce Murtha Breast Care Center in Windber
ldquoMay you have the gladness of Christmas which is hope
The spirit of Christmas which is peace
And the heart of Christmas which is loverdquo
Blessed Christmas and Happy New Year
From the BHCW residents staff and general board
Brethren Home Community Windber
Tree of Stars 2016 Please help us decorate the
Christmas Tree of Stars
in this 33rd year of our program Your donation will not only honor or memorialize a loved one or friend it will help our Home to provide our residents benevolent care The names of those persons being remembered will be displayed on the Christmas Tree in the Circle Lounge and
published in our newsletter
Please return the bottom portion with your
contribution to
- -- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Christmas Tree of Stars 2016
Please hang a Star in Memory of _______________________________________
OR
Please hang an Ornament in Honor of ____________________________________
Donated By _______________________________________ Amount_______________
Address _________________________________________
__________________________________________
Church of the Brethren Home 227 Hoffman Avenue Windber PA 15963 Attn Tree of Stars
Mail completed registration form and payment for Leviticus to
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center
One Alpha DriveElizabethtown PA 17022
Make checks payable to SVMC
Questions Contact us at717-361-1450
svmcetownedu
REG ISTRATION FORM
Name
Address
PhoneE-mail
Congregation District
Where did you hear about this event
Other dietary restrictionsMeat or vegetarian lunch
Ten Plus Reasons to Love Leviticus
BOB NEFF Keynote Speaker
Other speakersChristina Bucher (sexuality in Leviticus from different faith perspectives)
David Leiter (social justice and Leviticus)Frank Ramirez (the Brethren and Leviticus 19)
Brody Rike (atonement and orientation to God)
Leviticus is a book for our time Leviticus challenges us to lives of integrity seven days a week by respecting our elders and the marginalized resolving our feelings and disputes with our neighbor protecting the rights of the alien addressing economic and social inequity care for the environment the appropriate preparation of food and its consumption living from the perspective of the Holy One This study unlike most book investigations will not follow chapter by chapter but will begin in the center of the book with chapter 19 and the directive ldquoYou shall be holy as I am Holyrdquo Leviticus invites us to lead a holy life that is strikingly relevant to our lives today
Cost $60 (includes light breakfast lunch and 06 CEUs)
Registration due to SVMC by April 10 2017
S u s q u e h a n n a V a l l e y M i n i s t r y C e n t e rContinuing Education Series
ELIZABETHTOWN COLLEGE bull Susquehanna Room
APRIL 24 2017900 am - 400 pm (Registration at 830)
Bob Neff is an Old Testament scholar President Emeritus of Juniata College and former General Secretary of the Church of the Brethren
Understanding Our American
Muslim Neighbors
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center Continuing Education Series
Islam is the fastest growing religion in the US and this event is designed to introduce our American Muslim neighbors so that we might begin to love them as Jesus commanded Participants will visit some of our Muslim neighbors at a local mosque The presenter George Pickens has been teaching Islam and Christian witness among Muslims for over 25 years first in Africa where he spent 14 years and currently at Messiah College where he is Professor of Theology and Director of the Program in Peace and Conflict Studies George is actively involved in building positive relations with Muslims in the Capital Region of central Pennsylvania and he is a member of the Mechanicsburg (PA) Church of the Brethren and an ordained minister in the Church of the Brethren
Cost is $5500 (includes light breakfast lunch and 07 CEUrsquos) If 3 or more register from the same congregation cost is $35person If possible please register all from congregation at the same time Registration will cap at 35 participants so please register early
Registration deadline March 10 2017
Mail completed registration form and payment for American Mus1im
Neighbors to
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center
One Alpha DriveElizabethtown PA 17022
Make checks payable to SVMC
Questions Contact us at717-361-1450
REG ISTRATION FORM
Name
Address
PhoneE-mail
Congregation District
Where did you hear about this event
Other dietary restrictionsMeat or vegetarian lunch
Led by George Pickens
March 25 2017 900 am - 500 pm
Mechanicsburg Church of the Brethren
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Mail completed registration form and payment for Art for Worship to
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center
One Alpha DriveElizabethtown PA 17022
Make checks payable to SVMC
Questions
Contact us at717-361-1450
svmcetownedu
REG ISTRATION FORM
NameAre you over 18
Address
PhoneE-mail
Congregation District
Where did you hear about this event
Other dietary restrictionsMeat or vegetarian lunch
Art for WorshipReimaginingReimagining
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center Continuing Education Program presents
March 18 2017Lititz Church of the Brethren900 am - 400 pm
Like the choral anthem the message the prayers and rituals liturgical art enhances the worship experience Each element is meant to awaken us and open our hearts to God The spiritual disciplines that go into sermon writingmdashprayer meditation study and reflectionmdashcan also be used to create liturgical art This kind of art-marking can be called ldquoco-creationrdquo for one creates in partnership with The Creator in a process that is itself an act of worship This workshop will explore fresh possibilities for art in liturgical spaces and lead participants through a process for ldquoco-creatingrdquo art themselves
Cost $65 (includes light breakfast lunch materials fee and 06 CEUs)Registration deadline March 3 2017
Led by Diane BrandtLed by Diane Brandt
ldquoThe Ascending Dancerdquo by Diane Brandt
Diane Brandt is Minister of Visual Arts at St Peterrsquos United Church of Christ in Lancaster PA
Yes
No
A ministry of the Church of the Brethren
1414 Plank Road P O Box 158
Hooversville PA 15936-0158 E-mail harmonycampharmonyorg
httpwwwcampharmonyorg
(814) 798-5885 FAX (814) 798-2225
ldquoThe Church of the Brethren should be absolutely fearless absurdly happy and always
getting into trouble for Jesusrdquo Quote from Dan Westhellip
FUTURE EVENTS
Faith Promise Benefit Dinner ndash December 3 ndash 500 PM ndash Call Camp to register
Alutiig Training ndash December 4 - 16
Childrenrsquos Christmas Party ndash December 10 ndash 900 AM - Call the District Office to register
Welcome to Bethlehem ndash December 10 ndash Greenhouse Park
Salix Bethel Youth Retreat ndash January 13 ndash 15
Cub Scout Retreat ndash January 21
Winter Youth Retreats
Junior Retreat ndash Grades 3 ndash 6 ndash January 27 ndash 29 2017
Teen Retreat ndash Grades 7 ndash 12 ndash February 3 ndash 5 2017
HERITAGE LODGE (oldest and last remaining original building at Camp) ROOF
UPDATE
Thank you volunteers for all your help on repairing and getting the roof ready for the metal roof
Camp has contracted with Kaufman Metals to put on the metal which puts the roof under
warranty Also we thank everyone for all the financial donations for the initial stage of the roof
and a congregation for their donation so Camp could contract for placement of the metal When
we all work together ndash all things are possible THANK YOU The roof is scheduled to be
put on the end of November andor the beginning of December
2016 ldquo52 GOD BLESS YOU TEAMrdquo
As more and more families are blessed they contribute $100 a week or $5200 to Camp so that
the ministry can bless others Join the 2016 team The original premise was that if all the families
in the District contributed $52 the mortgage could be eliminated The 2016 Team includes 60
families and congregations who have contributed $3700 Thank you so much for your
donationshelliphellip
Watch for the end of the year Camp Harmony newsletters They will be distributed soon
ldquoInviting all people to experience the wonder of
creation and find harmony with God with nature and
with one another
CAMP HARMONY
2 youth weekends
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2 Youth Weekends
January 27-29
Junior Retreat - Grades 3-6
February 3-5
Teen Retreat - Grades 7-12
Camper Name_____________________________________
Gender __M __F Birthdate_________ Current Grade ____
Parent or Legal Guardian(s) Names
_______________________________________________
Mailing Address___________________________________
City__________________ State ______ Zip __________
Email Address____________________________________
Home Phone______________________________________
Emergency Phone__________________________________
Special Instructions_______________________________
Is this your first time Camp Harmony ___Yes ___No
Which Retreat are you Registering For
Junior (grades 3-6) Teen (Grades 7-12)
January 27-29 2017 February 3-5 2017
Please complete if your church is paying a portion of the fee
Church name______________________________________
The church will be paying $_____ of the registration fee
Authorized Signature (Required Pastor or Camp Rep)
________________________________________________
In signing this application I grant permission for my child to attend Camp Harmony and for Camp
Harmony to use images (photo video etc) of my child and members of my family in camp publicity
(print ads internet including social networking sites etc) I waive the right to inspect or approve
images for such purposes I also acknowledge that by their very nature outdoor and camping ac-
tivities involve some risk of injury I understand also that although the camp has taken precau-
tions to provide proper supervision instruction training and equipment for each activity it is
impossible for the camp to guarantee absolute safety I further understand that participation in
these activities is voluntary and waive any claim that may arise against the camp andor employees
as a result of participation in the program except for those that are a direct result of gross
negligence of the camp or its employees
______________________________________________________________ Parent or Legal Guardian Signature Date
If you canrsquot wait until next summer to come back to camp
this is the retreat for you During our winter retreats at
Camp Harmony we do many of our favorite activities from
summer including crafts worship games and Bible lessons
Plus wersquoll get to go sledding and play in the snow Each
weekend is designed to strengthen your faith in Christ and
grow in your walk with Him We canrsquot wait to see you at Camp
Harmony
Registration Friday Evening 7-8 pm
Pick up Sunday Afternoon 2 pm
Cost $100 per camper
Things to bring
Bedding money for store amp offering towel amp toiletries
seasonal clothing including extra shoes and socks Bible
All of your FRIENDS
How to Register
Mail your completed registration form (one per camper) and
a $25 non-refundable deposit to
Camp Harmony Winter Retreats
PO Box 158
1414 Plank Road
Hooversville PA 15936
Payments can be made by cash check or credit card We
recommend full prepayment to reduce time in registration
line Registrations received less than one week from be-
ginning of retreat date will be charged a $15 late fee
Have questions or need more information
8147985885
programcampharmonyorg
AVAILABLE SPEAKERS LIST
January 2017 ORDAINED
ABRAHAM FARREL ndash 4315 Seton Dr Pittsburgh 15227-1245 ndash 412-979-0067 BALDEO ISAAC - 4555 Glen Eden Rd Cranberry Twp 16066-3001 -724 452-0923 BAUGHMAN CARL L - 130 Homewood Dr Butler 16001-1960 -724 283-1051 BERKEBILE WES J ndash 4285 State Route 208 New Wilmington 16142 ndash 724-901-7058 BROADWATER KEVIN L - 475 Keystone St Meyersdale 15552-6943 - 814 442-5684 CHRISTNER JAY L ndash 313 N Edgewood Ave Somerset 15501-1355 ndash 814-445-4223 DEFFENBAUGH BARRON K - 207 Churchill St Johnstown 15904 - 814 266-9758 DERR AMELIA ndash 1202 Roberts Street Nanty Glo 15943-1325 ndash 814-749-0262 DERR HORACE - 1202 Roberts Street Nanty Glo 15943-1325 ndash 814-749-0262 EASH JOHN E - 131 Friendship Ln Hollsopple 15935-6732 - 814 629-0206 GREEN GARY ndash 4589 Somerset Pike Hollsopple 15935-8217 ndash 814-479-5096 GREW DOTTIE H - 509 Sherman St Meyersdale 15552-1239 - 814 634-5329 HAY CHARLES R - 1127 E Main St Berlin 15530-1428-814 267-3205 HIRONIMUS BERTHA - 142 Bent Tree Hill Ligonier 15658-3202 -724 238-3984 HOUGHTON JAMES E - 124 Lindberg Ave Johnstown 15905-3019 -814 255-2431 HOUGHTON SALLY M - 124 Lindberg Ave Johnstown 15905-3019 -814 255-2431 KABLER ERIC P - 126 Clermont St Johnstown 15904-2132 - 814 266-2734 KENSINGER JAMES M - 329 Spackman St Seward 15954-3117 - 814 446-1088 LONGWELL ERIC M -240 Plumcreek Rd Shelocta 15774- 724 599-8690 MANGES JOHN W ndash 137 Catskill Ln Johnstown 15904-7523 MARSHALL HOMER H - 369 W Church Ave Masontown 15461-1651 -724 583-7073 MARSHALL PATRICIA M - 369 W Church Ave Masontown 15461-1651 -724 583-7073 MOORE EDWIN E JR - 107 Sabra Court Uniontown 15401-9729 - 724 970-2505 PETERMAN SANDRA M -110 Windy Ridge Ln Apt 3 Shelocta 15774 - 724 354-6026 REININGER LINDA L - 229 Davis St Johnstown 15906-1517 -814 539-1345 RUMMEL DALE E - 6171 Greenville Pike Grampian 15666-1959 -732 319-0099 RUPERT JACK - 409 State St Johnstown 15905-2642 - 814 322-7786 New Day ndash 814 535-8202 SHAFFER JUDITH A - PO Box 319 Donegal 15628-0319 - 724 516-9191 SHAULIS M ERIC- 25 Sixth Ave Meyersdale 15552-1444 -814 634-8740 SMITH A HARRISON -506 Sciandro Dr Greensburg 15601- 724837-4491 STEIN ROBERT R - PO Box 375 Chalk Hill 15421-0375 - 724 438-2226 SWICK MICHAEL R - 4127 Greenville Rd Meyersdale 15552-8518 -814 634-8158 WALKER JUDY M -425 Morningside Ave Jeannette 15644 - 724 522-5260 WALKER LARRY E - 425 Morningside Ave Jeannette 15644 - 724 522-5260 WHIPPLE CHARLES D - 317 Wyoming St Greensburg 15601-3947 -724 600-6332 WESTLAKE ELVA JEAN -436 Pony Farm Rd Kittanning 16201-4639-724 548-4901 WILLOUGHBY CAROLYN S-207 Churchill St Johnstown 15904-814 266-9758 YOUNG FRANK P ndash 105 Old Hickory Lane Johnston 15905-3377 ndash 814-418-5930
LICENSED
DERCK JOY E - 3089 Dutch Run Rd Shelocta 15774-2224 - 724 354-3386 DERMER JOANN - 3062 Hyndman Rd Hyndman 15545 - 814 842-6489 HILER GARY W - 228 Baltzer Bridge Rd Friedens 15541-6320 - 814 267-6722 ISHMAN DANIEL R - 116 Todd Rd Freeport 16229 - 724 540-5214 MARSZALEK CHERYL A - 409 Herman Ave Wilmerding 15148-1206 - 412 551-6422 SHAFFER ABBY R -(office) 115 Spring Rd Hollsopple 15935-7412 - 814 479-2181 YOST ERIC W ndash 1009 First Street Windber PA 15963 ndash 814-467-0882
LAY SPEAKER RAMER DONNA L -102 Franklin Dr Greensburg 15601-1305-724 836-0594
Thanks very much for keeping the reports coming in The NEW Form B that comes from the Yearbook Office in Elgin and updates contact information about your congregationrsquos board or leadership team chair the treasurer a deacon contact and a number of other contact persons will be coming to congregations and contact persons soon Please be sure to review the material provided on Form B and make updates as they are needed Complete addresses and phone numbers are appreciated as well as email addresses if they are available The Additional Officers
Form for 2016 will be sent from the District Office soon
In addition the Congregational Outreach Form for 20162017 has been sent from the COB Stewardship Office and is due by December 1 2016 If you have a question you will need to contact the Stewardship Office at 800-323-8039 ext 361 A downloadable version of the form as well as a new fillable option is also available at wwwbrethrenorgstewardship Feel free to use that option in order to switch to paperless reporting
The forms listed below were received in the District Office as of November 20 ALL of these informational forms are important to both the district and the denomination The updated forms are sent to Elgin and they provide a copy for the District Office If you have a question about a form please donrsquot hesitate to contact Tina at 814 479-2181 or toll free 1-866-279-2181 Your prompt attention to this task will be appreciated Thanks
Church Code
Church Name
Form A
Form B
2015 Statistical Report
Additional Officers
Self-Allocation
37-010 Arbutus
37-015 Beachdale
37-020 Bear Run
37-030 Berkey
37-050 Bethel
37-060 Brothersvalley
37-068 Canaan
37-070 Center
37-080 Center Hill
37-090 Conemaugh
37-100 Connellsville
37-110 County Line
37-130 Elbethel
37-140 Erie Community United
37-150 Fairchance
37-160 Fair View
37-170 Farmington Bethel
37-190 Geiger
37-195 Good Samaritan
37-200 Greensburg
37-210 Greenville
37-220 Hooversville
37-230 Hostetler
37-240 Hyndman
37-250 Indiana
37-310 Ligonier First
37-320 Locust Grove
37-340 Maple Glen
37-350 Maple Grove
37-360 Maple Spring
37-380 Meyersdale
37-390 Middlecreek
37-400 Monroeville
37-410 Montgomery
Church Code
Church Name
Form A
Form B
2015 Statistical Report
Additional Officers
Self-Allocation
37-260 Morrellville
37-420 Mount Joy
37-430 Mount Pleasant
37-270 Moxham
37-440 Nanty Glo
37-450 Natrona Heights
37-460 Oakdale
37-470 Penn Run
37-475 Pike Run
37-480 Pleasant Hill
37-500 Plumcreek
37-505 Purchase Line
37-508 Rayman
37-510 Robinson
37-520 Rockton
37-530 Rockwood
37-280 Roxbury
37-540 Rummel
37-550 Salisbury
37-560 Scalp Level
37-570 Shade CreekRidge
37-580 Sipesville
37-590 Somerset
37-620 Ten Mile
37-630 Tire Hill
37-635 Union Chapel
37-640 Uniontown
37-290 Walnut Grove
37-645 Way of Hope
37-300 Westmont
37-650 Windber
37-660 Wooddale
2016 District Events and Meetings
This calendar will be updated as we receive dates from your groups please send your important dates to the District Office
ASAP to insure they will be on the District Calendar Thank you EVENTS ARE CODED AS
District Events open for anyone in the District to attend - CAPS Meetings such as District Leadership Team Camp Board Home Trustees and events beyond the District - small print Youth and Childrenrsquos Activities -ITALICS amp CAPS
SUGGESTIONS FOR USE KEEP FOR REFERENCE WHEN SETTING LOCAL CHURCH DATES Each month check this page in District HIGHLIGHTS for changesadditions Keep your calendar updated
DECEMBER 2016
4 - SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT
10 - CHILDRENrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY ndash Camp Harmony ndash more information to come
11 - THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT
18 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT
19 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
25 - MERRY CHIRSTMAS
26 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
31 - NEW YEARrsquoS EVE
2017 District Events and Meetings
This calendar will be updated as we receive dates from your groups please send your important dates to the District Office
ASAP to insure they will be on the District Calendar Thank you EVENTS ARE CODED AS
District Events open for anyone in the District to attend - CAPS Meetings such as District Leadership Team Camp Board Home Trustees and events beyond the District - small print Youth and Childrenrsquos Activities - ITALICS amp CAPS
SUGGESTIONS FOR USE KEEP FOR REFERENCE WHEN SETTING LOCAL CHURCH DATES Each month check this page in District HIGHLIGHTS for changesadditions Keep your calendar updated
JANUARY 2017
1 - HAPPY NEW YEAR
8 - EPIPHANY
18-25 - WEEK OF PRAYER FOR CHRISTIAN UNITY
30 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
FEBRUARY 2017
9 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
18 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
20 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
MARCH 2017
1 - ASH WEDNESDAY
3 - WORLD DAY OF PRAYER
5 - FIRST SUNDAY OF LENT
12 - DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME BEGINS (Turn clocks AHEAD one hour)
12 - SECOND SUNDAY OF LENT
19 - THIRD SUNDAY OF LENT
20 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
26 - ONE GREAT HOUR OF SHARING
26 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF LENT
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
APRIL 2017
2 - FIFTH SUNDAY OF LENT
9 - PALM SUNDAY
13 - MAUNDY THURSDAY
14 - GOOD FRIDAY
16 - ALLELUIA CHRIST IS RISEN
17 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
22 - Earth Day
24 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
MAY 2017
4 - NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER
7 - NATIONAL YOUTH SUNDAY
5-6 - District Womenrsquos Retreat ndash Camp Harmony
11 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
14 - HAPPY MOTHERrsquoS DAY
20 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
22 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
25 - ASCENSION DAY
29 - MEMORIAL DAY
29 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
JUNE 2017
4 - HAPPY BIRTHDAY CHURCH (Pentecost Sunday)
4 - Annual Conference Briefing Geiger COB
18 - HAPPY FATHERrsquoS DAY
19 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
26 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
28 -ANNUAL CONFERENCE (begins) Grand Rapids Michigan
JULY 2017
2 - ANNUAL CONFERENCE (concludes) Greensboro North Carolina
4 - INDEPENDENCE DAY
20 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm - Beachley Residence (District Conference Business)
24 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
28 - District Leadership Team 6 pm Arbutus Church (District Conference Business)
31 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
AUGUST 2017
21 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
28 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
SEPTEMBER 2017
4 - LABOR DAY
14 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
16 - CAMP HARMONY FESTIVAL
18 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
21 - DAY OF PRAYER FOR PEACE
23 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
25 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
OCTOBER 2017
1 - WORLD COMMUNION SUNDAY
21 - District Conference 9 am Camp Harmony
23 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
30 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
NOVEMBER 2017
4 - ELEVENTH ANNUAL DISTRICT AUCTION 9 am Camp Harmony
5 - DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME ENDS (Turn clocks BACK one hour)
9 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
18 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
20 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
23 - HAPPY THANKSGIVING
26 - FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
DECEMBER 2017
3 - SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT
9 - CHILDRENrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY ndash Camp Harmony ndash more information to come
10 - THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT
17 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT
18 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
25 - MERRY CHIRSTMAS
- Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
31 - NEW YEARrsquoS EVE
PLEASE NOTE Dates will be added or changed as needed If your District group team or committee has additions or changes to this calendar please contact the District Office as soon as possible Your help is much appreciated
Brethren Home
Community Windber
December 2016 ndash January 2017
Pastor linda reininger to retire on December 29
Home Chaplain Linda Reininger will retire on December 29 Pastor Linda and her
husband Jim have spent the last five years in pastoral service to our residents We
thank her for her dedicated service and wish her a blessed retirement filled with many
happy hours with her family
CPR mannequins purchased by Home Auxiliary
The Home Auxiliary and members of the nursing department have partnered to make
required cardio-pulmonary resuscitation classes available for our staff The Auxiliary
purchased a set of cardio pulmonary resuscitation mannequins and instructional tapes
to be used in CPR classes Mrs Nancy Donati RN and Mrs Jeri Lynn Felski RN
became certified CPR instructors through the American Heart Association With the
purchase of the mannequins and instructional tapes along with onsite instructors
classes can be scheduled at our staffrsquos convenience with no additional costs
Auxiliary officers installed At the November meeting Pastor Ron
St Clair installed these Home Auxiliary officers for 2017 President Arbutus Eash Vice
President Donna Ramer Corresponding Secretary Janet Fisher Recording Secretary
Connie Berkebile Treasurer April Mackell Assistant Treasurer Marilyn Manotti At
the meeting the Auxiliary also made these purchases for the Home six infection control
supply cabinets renovations for one resident room piano tuning and knife sharpeners
for a total of just over $3000 As always the Home is tremendously grateful for the
officers who dedicate themselves to the work of the Auxiliary and the generous gifts the
Auxiliary makes available for our residents
Jigsaw PUZZLES and puzzle BOARDs donated The family of
Mrs Janet Korber made a gift of three revolving jigsaw puzzle boards and more than
twenty puzzles to the Home in memory of their mother The family worked with the
activities department to make the gift one that would be enjoyed by Mrs Korberrsquos
friends and many future residents With the onset of winter weather the puzzles and
boards will be an especially welcome pastime
Ipad purchased with community foundation
grant Our Home has received a $500 grant from the iPACP fund administered
by the Community Foundation for the Alleghenies The grant money was used to
purchase an IPad to be used by residents with neurological disorders that limit their
communication skills Interchangeable applications for the iPad will allow these
residents to communicate in writing or through the use of icons according to evolving
therapy needs
QUALITY NURSING DIRECTOR EARNS CERTIFICATION
Mrs Amanda Snyder RN BSN PCHA has completed the requirements to become a
Certified Nursing Director in Long Term Care The certification is awarded by the
American Society for Long Term Care Nurses Mrs Snyder is the Quality Nursing
Director at the Home responsible for maintaining state standards of care and providing
in service education
Activities for daily living suite added Activities for Daily
Living (ADL) is a program designed to complement our therapy services Using the
skills reclaimed through physical and occupational therapy and applying them to real
life situations ADL prepares our residents for their return to independent living The
opportunity to master actual life skills under the supervision of a therapist raises the
residentsrsquo confidence and increases their success rate To facilitate the program the
Home is constructing an ADL suite It will be located next to the basement chapel and
contain a full working kitchen bathroom bedroom and living area
Breast cancer awareness activities The Home staff once again
took part in October breast cancer awareness month activities Dress down days
cookie sales bracelet sales and participation in breast cancer walksruns led to a
donation of $307 made to the Joyce Murtha Breast Care Center in Windber
ldquoMay you have the gladness of Christmas which is hope
The spirit of Christmas which is peace
And the heart of Christmas which is loverdquo
Blessed Christmas and Happy New Year
From the BHCW residents staff and general board
Brethren Home Community Windber
Tree of Stars 2016 Please help us decorate the
Christmas Tree of Stars
in this 33rd year of our program Your donation will not only honor or memorialize a loved one or friend it will help our Home to provide our residents benevolent care The names of those persons being remembered will be displayed on the Christmas Tree in the Circle Lounge and
published in our newsletter
Please return the bottom portion with your
contribution to
- -- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Christmas Tree of Stars 2016
Please hang a Star in Memory of _______________________________________
OR
Please hang an Ornament in Honor of ____________________________________
Donated By _______________________________________ Amount_______________
Address _________________________________________
__________________________________________
Church of the Brethren Home 227 Hoffman Avenue Windber PA 15963 Attn Tree of Stars
Mail completed registration form and payment for Leviticus to
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center
One Alpha DriveElizabethtown PA 17022
Make checks payable to SVMC
Questions Contact us at717-361-1450
svmcetownedu
REG ISTRATION FORM
Name
Address
PhoneE-mail
Congregation District
Where did you hear about this event
Other dietary restrictionsMeat or vegetarian lunch
Ten Plus Reasons to Love Leviticus
BOB NEFF Keynote Speaker
Other speakersChristina Bucher (sexuality in Leviticus from different faith perspectives)
David Leiter (social justice and Leviticus)Frank Ramirez (the Brethren and Leviticus 19)
Brody Rike (atonement and orientation to God)
Leviticus is a book for our time Leviticus challenges us to lives of integrity seven days a week by respecting our elders and the marginalized resolving our feelings and disputes with our neighbor protecting the rights of the alien addressing economic and social inequity care for the environment the appropriate preparation of food and its consumption living from the perspective of the Holy One This study unlike most book investigations will not follow chapter by chapter but will begin in the center of the book with chapter 19 and the directive ldquoYou shall be holy as I am Holyrdquo Leviticus invites us to lead a holy life that is strikingly relevant to our lives today
Cost $60 (includes light breakfast lunch and 06 CEUs)
Registration due to SVMC by April 10 2017
S u s q u e h a n n a V a l l e y M i n i s t r y C e n t e rContinuing Education Series
ELIZABETHTOWN COLLEGE bull Susquehanna Room
APRIL 24 2017900 am - 400 pm (Registration at 830)
Bob Neff is an Old Testament scholar President Emeritus of Juniata College and former General Secretary of the Church of the Brethren
Understanding Our American
Muslim Neighbors
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center Continuing Education Series
Islam is the fastest growing religion in the US and this event is designed to introduce our American Muslim neighbors so that we might begin to love them as Jesus commanded Participants will visit some of our Muslim neighbors at a local mosque The presenter George Pickens has been teaching Islam and Christian witness among Muslims for over 25 years first in Africa where he spent 14 years and currently at Messiah College where he is Professor of Theology and Director of the Program in Peace and Conflict Studies George is actively involved in building positive relations with Muslims in the Capital Region of central Pennsylvania and he is a member of the Mechanicsburg (PA) Church of the Brethren and an ordained minister in the Church of the Brethren
Cost is $5500 (includes light breakfast lunch and 07 CEUrsquos) If 3 or more register from the same congregation cost is $35person If possible please register all from congregation at the same time Registration will cap at 35 participants so please register early
Registration deadline March 10 2017
Mail completed registration form and payment for American Mus1im
Neighbors to
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center
One Alpha DriveElizabethtown PA 17022
Make checks payable to SVMC
Questions Contact us at717-361-1450
REG ISTRATION FORM
Name
Address
PhoneE-mail
Congregation District
Where did you hear about this event
Other dietary restrictionsMeat or vegetarian lunch
Led by George Pickens
March 25 2017 900 am - 500 pm
Mechanicsburg Church of the Brethren
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Mail completed registration form and payment for Art for Worship to
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center
One Alpha DriveElizabethtown PA 17022
Make checks payable to SVMC
Questions
Contact us at717-361-1450
svmcetownedu
REG ISTRATION FORM
NameAre you over 18
Address
PhoneE-mail
Congregation District
Where did you hear about this event
Other dietary restrictionsMeat or vegetarian lunch
Art for WorshipReimaginingReimagining
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center Continuing Education Program presents
March 18 2017Lititz Church of the Brethren900 am - 400 pm
Like the choral anthem the message the prayers and rituals liturgical art enhances the worship experience Each element is meant to awaken us and open our hearts to God The spiritual disciplines that go into sermon writingmdashprayer meditation study and reflectionmdashcan also be used to create liturgical art This kind of art-marking can be called ldquoco-creationrdquo for one creates in partnership with The Creator in a process that is itself an act of worship This workshop will explore fresh possibilities for art in liturgical spaces and lead participants through a process for ldquoco-creatingrdquo art themselves
Cost $65 (includes light breakfast lunch materials fee and 06 CEUs)Registration deadline March 3 2017
Led by Diane BrandtLed by Diane Brandt
ldquoThe Ascending Dancerdquo by Diane Brandt
Diane Brandt is Minister of Visual Arts at St Peterrsquos United Church of Christ in Lancaster PA
Yes
No
A ministry of the Church of the Brethren
1414 Plank Road P O Box 158
Hooversville PA 15936-0158 E-mail harmonycampharmonyorg
httpwwwcampharmonyorg
(814) 798-5885 FAX (814) 798-2225
ldquoThe Church of the Brethren should be absolutely fearless absurdly happy and always
getting into trouble for Jesusrdquo Quote from Dan Westhellip
FUTURE EVENTS
Faith Promise Benefit Dinner ndash December 3 ndash 500 PM ndash Call Camp to register
Alutiig Training ndash December 4 - 16
Childrenrsquos Christmas Party ndash December 10 ndash 900 AM - Call the District Office to register
Welcome to Bethlehem ndash December 10 ndash Greenhouse Park
Salix Bethel Youth Retreat ndash January 13 ndash 15
Cub Scout Retreat ndash January 21
Winter Youth Retreats
Junior Retreat ndash Grades 3 ndash 6 ndash January 27 ndash 29 2017
Teen Retreat ndash Grades 7 ndash 12 ndash February 3 ndash 5 2017
HERITAGE LODGE (oldest and last remaining original building at Camp) ROOF
UPDATE
Thank you volunteers for all your help on repairing and getting the roof ready for the metal roof
Camp has contracted with Kaufman Metals to put on the metal which puts the roof under
warranty Also we thank everyone for all the financial donations for the initial stage of the roof
and a congregation for their donation so Camp could contract for placement of the metal When
we all work together ndash all things are possible THANK YOU The roof is scheduled to be
put on the end of November andor the beginning of December
2016 ldquo52 GOD BLESS YOU TEAMrdquo
As more and more families are blessed they contribute $100 a week or $5200 to Camp so that
the ministry can bless others Join the 2016 team The original premise was that if all the families
in the District contributed $52 the mortgage could be eliminated The 2016 Team includes 60
families and congregations who have contributed $3700 Thank you so much for your
donationshelliphellip
Watch for the end of the year Camp Harmony newsletters They will be distributed soon
ldquoInviting all people to experience the wonder of
creation and find harmony with God with nature and
with one another
CAMP HARMONY
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January 27-29
Junior Retreat - Grades 3-6
February 3-5
Teen Retreat - Grades 7-12
Camper Name_____________________________________
Gender __M __F Birthdate_________ Current Grade ____
Parent or Legal Guardian(s) Names
_______________________________________________
Mailing Address___________________________________
City__________________ State ______ Zip __________
Email Address____________________________________
Home Phone______________________________________
Emergency Phone__________________________________
Special Instructions_______________________________
Is this your first time Camp Harmony ___Yes ___No
Which Retreat are you Registering For
Junior (grades 3-6) Teen (Grades 7-12)
January 27-29 2017 February 3-5 2017
Please complete if your church is paying a portion of the fee
Church name______________________________________
The church will be paying $_____ of the registration fee
Authorized Signature (Required Pastor or Camp Rep)
________________________________________________
In signing this application I grant permission for my child to attend Camp Harmony and for Camp
Harmony to use images (photo video etc) of my child and members of my family in camp publicity
(print ads internet including social networking sites etc) I waive the right to inspect or approve
images for such purposes I also acknowledge that by their very nature outdoor and camping ac-
tivities involve some risk of injury I understand also that although the camp has taken precau-
tions to provide proper supervision instruction training and equipment for each activity it is
impossible for the camp to guarantee absolute safety I further understand that participation in
these activities is voluntary and waive any claim that may arise against the camp andor employees
as a result of participation in the program except for those that are a direct result of gross
negligence of the camp or its employees
______________________________________________________________ Parent or Legal Guardian Signature Date
If you canrsquot wait until next summer to come back to camp
this is the retreat for you During our winter retreats at
Camp Harmony we do many of our favorite activities from
summer including crafts worship games and Bible lessons
Plus wersquoll get to go sledding and play in the snow Each
weekend is designed to strengthen your faith in Christ and
grow in your walk with Him We canrsquot wait to see you at Camp
Harmony
Registration Friday Evening 7-8 pm
Pick up Sunday Afternoon 2 pm
Cost $100 per camper
Things to bring
Bedding money for store amp offering towel amp toiletries
seasonal clothing including extra shoes and socks Bible
All of your FRIENDS
How to Register
Mail your completed registration form (one per camper) and
a $25 non-refundable deposit to
Camp Harmony Winter Retreats
PO Box 158
1414 Plank Road
Hooversville PA 15936
Payments can be made by cash check or credit card We
recommend full prepayment to reduce time in registration
line Registrations received less than one week from be-
ginning of retreat date will be charged a $15 late fee
Have questions or need more information
8147985885
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AVAILABLE SPEAKERS LIST
January 2017 ORDAINED
ABRAHAM FARREL ndash 4315 Seton Dr Pittsburgh 15227-1245 ndash 412-979-0067 BALDEO ISAAC - 4555 Glen Eden Rd Cranberry Twp 16066-3001 -724 452-0923 BAUGHMAN CARL L - 130 Homewood Dr Butler 16001-1960 -724 283-1051 BERKEBILE WES J ndash 4285 State Route 208 New Wilmington 16142 ndash 724-901-7058 BROADWATER KEVIN L - 475 Keystone St Meyersdale 15552-6943 - 814 442-5684 CHRISTNER JAY L ndash 313 N Edgewood Ave Somerset 15501-1355 ndash 814-445-4223 DEFFENBAUGH BARRON K - 207 Churchill St Johnstown 15904 - 814 266-9758 DERR AMELIA ndash 1202 Roberts Street Nanty Glo 15943-1325 ndash 814-749-0262 DERR HORACE - 1202 Roberts Street Nanty Glo 15943-1325 ndash 814-749-0262 EASH JOHN E - 131 Friendship Ln Hollsopple 15935-6732 - 814 629-0206 GREEN GARY ndash 4589 Somerset Pike Hollsopple 15935-8217 ndash 814-479-5096 GREW DOTTIE H - 509 Sherman St Meyersdale 15552-1239 - 814 634-5329 HAY CHARLES R - 1127 E Main St Berlin 15530-1428-814 267-3205 HIRONIMUS BERTHA - 142 Bent Tree Hill Ligonier 15658-3202 -724 238-3984 HOUGHTON JAMES E - 124 Lindberg Ave Johnstown 15905-3019 -814 255-2431 HOUGHTON SALLY M - 124 Lindberg Ave Johnstown 15905-3019 -814 255-2431 KABLER ERIC P - 126 Clermont St Johnstown 15904-2132 - 814 266-2734 KENSINGER JAMES M - 329 Spackman St Seward 15954-3117 - 814 446-1088 LONGWELL ERIC M -240 Plumcreek Rd Shelocta 15774- 724 599-8690 MANGES JOHN W ndash 137 Catskill Ln Johnstown 15904-7523 MARSHALL HOMER H - 369 W Church Ave Masontown 15461-1651 -724 583-7073 MARSHALL PATRICIA M - 369 W Church Ave Masontown 15461-1651 -724 583-7073 MOORE EDWIN E JR - 107 Sabra Court Uniontown 15401-9729 - 724 970-2505 PETERMAN SANDRA M -110 Windy Ridge Ln Apt 3 Shelocta 15774 - 724 354-6026 REININGER LINDA L - 229 Davis St Johnstown 15906-1517 -814 539-1345 RUMMEL DALE E - 6171 Greenville Pike Grampian 15666-1959 -732 319-0099 RUPERT JACK - 409 State St Johnstown 15905-2642 - 814 322-7786 New Day ndash 814 535-8202 SHAFFER JUDITH A - PO Box 319 Donegal 15628-0319 - 724 516-9191 SHAULIS M ERIC- 25 Sixth Ave Meyersdale 15552-1444 -814 634-8740 SMITH A HARRISON -506 Sciandro Dr Greensburg 15601- 724837-4491 STEIN ROBERT R - PO Box 375 Chalk Hill 15421-0375 - 724 438-2226 SWICK MICHAEL R - 4127 Greenville Rd Meyersdale 15552-8518 -814 634-8158 WALKER JUDY M -425 Morningside Ave Jeannette 15644 - 724 522-5260 WALKER LARRY E - 425 Morningside Ave Jeannette 15644 - 724 522-5260 WHIPPLE CHARLES D - 317 Wyoming St Greensburg 15601-3947 -724 600-6332 WESTLAKE ELVA JEAN -436 Pony Farm Rd Kittanning 16201-4639-724 548-4901 WILLOUGHBY CAROLYN S-207 Churchill St Johnstown 15904-814 266-9758 YOUNG FRANK P ndash 105 Old Hickory Lane Johnston 15905-3377 ndash 814-418-5930
LICENSED
DERCK JOY E - 3089 Dutch Run Rd Shelocta 15774-2224 - 724 354-3386 DERMER JOANN - 3062 Hyndman Rd Hyndman 15545 - 814 842-6489 HILER GARY W - 228 Baltzer Bridge Rd Friedens 15541-6320 - 814 267-6722 ISHMAN DANIEL R - 116 Todd Rd Freeport 16229 - 724 540-5214 MARSZALEK CHERYL A - 409 Herman Ave Wilmerding 15148-1206 - 412 551-6422 SHAFFER ABBY R -(office) 115 Spring Rd Hollsopple 15935-7412 - 814 479-2181 YOST ERIC W ndash 1009 First Street Windber PA 15963 ndash 814-467-0882
LAY SPEAKER RAMER DONNA L -102 Franklin Dr Greensburg 15601-1305-724 836-0594
Thanks very much for keeping the reports coming in The NEW Form B that comes from the Yearbook Office in Elgin and updates contact information about your congregationrsquos board or leadership team chair the treasurer a deacon contact and a number of other contact persons will be coming to congregations and contact persons soon Please be sure to review the material provided on Form B and make updates as they are needed Complete addresses and phone numbers are appreciated as well as email addresses if they are available The Additional Officers
Form for 2016 will be sent from the District Office soon
In addition the Congregational Outreach Form for 20162017 has been sent from the COB Stewardship Office and is due by December 1 2016 If you have a question you will need to contact the Stewardship Office at 800-323-8039 ext 361 A downloadable version of the form as well as a new fillable option is also available at wwwbrethrenorgstewardship Feel free to use that option in order to switch to paperless reporting
The forms listed below were received in the District Office as of November 20 ALL of these informational forms are important to both the district and the denomination The updated forms are sent to Elgin and they provide a copy for the District Office If you have a question about a form please donrsquot hesitate to contact Tina at 814 479-2181 or toll free 1-866-279-2181 Your prompt attention to this task will be appreciated Thanks
Church Code
Church Name
Form A
Form B
2015 Statistical Report
Additional Officers
Self-Allocation
37-010 Arbutus
37-015 Beachdale
37-020 Bear Run
37-030 Berkey
37-050 Bethel
37-060 Brothersvalley
37-068 Canaan
37-070 Center
37-080 Center Hill
37-090 Conemaugh
37-100 Connellsville
37-110 County Line
37-130 Elbethel
37-140 Erie Community United
37-150 Fairchance
37-160 Fair View
37-170 Farmington Bethel
37-190 Geiger
37-195 Good Samaritan
37-200 Greensburg
37-210 Greenville
37-220 Hooversville
37-230 Hostetler
37-240 Hyndman
37-250 Indiana
37-310 Ligonier First
37-320 Locust Grove
37-340 Maple Glen
37-350 Maple Grove
37-360 Maple Spring
37-380 Meyersdale
37-390 Middlecreek
37-400 Monroeville
37-410 Montgomery
Church Code
Church Name
Form A
Form B
2015 Statistical Report
Additional Officers
Self-Allocation
37-260 Morrellville
37-420 Mount Joy
37-430 Mount Pleasant
37-270 Moxham
37-440 Nanty Glo
37-450 Natrona Heights
37-460 Oakdale
37-470 Penn Run
37-475 Pike Run
37-480 Pleasant Hill
37-500 Plumcreek
37-505 Purchase Line
37-508 Rayman
37-510 Robinson
37-520 Rockton
37-530 Rockwood
37-280 Roxbury
37-540 Rummel
37-550 Salisbury
37-560 Scalp Level
37-570 Shade CreekRidge
37-580 Sipesville
37-590 Somerset
37-620 Ten Mile
37-630 Tire Hill
37-635 Union Chapel
37-640 Uniontown
37-290 Walnut Grove
37-645 Way of Hope
37-300 Westmont
37-650 Windber
37-660 Wooddale
2016 District Events and Meetings
This calendar will be updated as we receive dates from your groups please send your important dates to the District Office
ASAP to insure they will be on the District Calendar Thank you EVENTS ARE CODED AS
District Events open for anyone in the District to attend - CAPS Meetings such as District Leadership Team Camp Board Home Trustees and events beyond the District - small print Youth and Childrenrsquos Activities -ITALICS amp CAPS
SUGGESTIONS FOR USE KEEP FOR REFERENCE WHEN SETTING LOCAL CHURCH DATES Each month check this page in District HIGHLIGHTS for changesadditions Keep your calendar updated
DECEMBER 2016
4 - SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT
10 - CHILDRENrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY ndash Camp Harmony ndash more information to come
11 - THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT
18 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT
19 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
25 - MERRY CHIRSTMAS
26 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
31 - NEW YEARrsquoS EVE
2017 District Events and Meetings
This calendar will be updated as we receive dates from your groups please send your important dates to the District Office
ASAP to insure they will be on the District Calendar Thank you EVENTS ARE CODED AS
District Events open for anyone in the District to attend - CAPS Meetings such as District Leadership Team Camp Board Home Trustees and events beyond the District - small print Youth and Childrenrsquos Activities - ITALICS amp CAPS
SUGGESTIONS FOR USE KEEP FOR REFERENCE WHEN SETTING LOCAL CHURCH DATES Each month check this page in District HIGHLIGHTS for changesadditions Keep your calendar updated
JANUARY 2017
1 - HAPPY NEW YEAR
8 - EPIPHANY
18-25 - WEEK OF PRAYER FOR CHRISTIAN UNITY
30 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
FEBRUARY 2017
9 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
18 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
20 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
MARCH 2017
1 - ASH WEDNESDAY
3 - WORLD DAY OF PRAYER
5 - FIRST SUNDAY OF LENT
12 - DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME BEGINS (Turn clocks AHEAD one hour)
12 - SECOND SUNDAY OF LENT
19 - THIRD SUNDAY OF LENT
20 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
26 - ONE GREAT HOUR OF SHARING
26 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF LENT
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
APRIL 2017
2 - FIFTH SUNDAY OF LENT
9 - PALM SUNDAY
13 - MAUNDY THURSDAY
14 - GOOD FRIDAY
16 - ALLELUIA CHRIST IS RISEN
17 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
22 - Earth Day
24 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
MAY 2017
4 - NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER
7 - NATIONAL YOUTH SUNDAY
5-6 - District Womenrsquos Retreat ndash Camp Harmony
11 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
14 - HAPPY MOTHERrsquoS DAY
20 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
22 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
25 - ASCENSION DAY
29 - MEMORIAL DAY
29 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
JUNE 2017
4 - HAPPY BIRTHDAY CHURCH (Pentecost Sunday)
4 - Annual Conference Briefing Geiger COB
18 - HAPPY FATHERrsquoS DAY
19 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
26 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
28 -ANNUAL CONFERENCE (begins) Grand Rapids Michigan
JULY 2017
2 - ANNUAL CONFERENCE (concludes) Greensboro North Carolina
4 - INDEPENDENCE DAY
20 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm - Beachley Residence (District Conference Business)
24 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
28 - District Leadership Team 6 pm Arbutus Church (District Conference Business)
31 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
AUGUST 2017
21 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
28 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
SEPTEMBER 2017
4 - LABOR DAY
14 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
16 - CAMP HARMONY FESTIVAL
18 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
21 - DAY OF PRAYER FOR PEACE
23 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
25 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
OCTOBER 2017
1 - WORLD COMMUNION SUNDAY
21 - District Conference 9 am Camp Harmony
23 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
30 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
NOVEMBER 2017
4 - ELEVENTH ANNUAL DISTRICT AUCTION 9 am Camp Harmony
5 - DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME ENDS (Turn clocks BACK one hour)
9 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
18 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
20 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
23 - HAPPY THANKSGIVING
26 - FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
DECEMBER 2017
3 - SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT
9 - CHILDRENrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY ndash Camp Harmony ndash more information to come
10 - THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT
17 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT
18 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
25 - MERRY CHIRSTMAS
- Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
31 - NEW YEARrsquoS EVE
PLEASE NOTE Dates will be added or changed as needed If your District group team or committee has additions or changes to this calendar please contact the District Office as soon as possible Your help is much appreciated
Ipad purchased with community foundation
grant Our Home has received a $500 grant from the iPACP fund administered
by the Community Foundation for the Alleghenies The grant money was used to
purchase an IPad to be used by residents with neurological disorders that limit their
communication skills Interchangeable applications for the iPad will allow these
residents to communicate in writing or through the use of icons according to evolving
therapy needs
QUALITY NURSING DIRECTOR EARNS CERTIFICATION
Mrs Amanda Snyder RN BSN PCHA has completed the requirements to become a
Certified Nursing Director in Long Term Care The certification is awarded by the
American Society for Long Term Care Nurses Mrs Snyder is the Quality Nursing
Director at the Home responsible for maintaining state standards of care and providing
in service education
Activities for daily living suite added Activities for Daily
Living (ADL) is a program designed to complement our therapy services Using the
skills reclaimed through physical and occupational therapy and applying them to real
life situations ADL prepares our residents for their return to independent living The
opportunity to master actual life skills under the supervision of a therapist raises the
residentsrsquo confidence and increases their success rate To facilitate the program the
Home is constructing an ADL suite It will be located next to the basement chapel and
contain a full working kitchen bathroom bedroom and living area
Breast cancer awareness activities The Home staff once again
took part in October breast cancer awareness month activities Dress down days
cookie sales bracelet sales and participation in breast cancer walksruns led to a
donation of $307 made to the Joyce Murtha Breast Care Center in Windber
ldquoMay you have the gladness of Christmas which is hope
The spirit of Christmas which is peace
And the heart of Christmas which is loverdquo
Blessed Christmas and Happy New Year
From the BHCW residents staff and general board
Brethren Home Community Windber
Tree of Stars 2016 Please help us decorate the
Christmas Tree of Stars
in this 33rd year of our program Your donation will not only honor or memorialize a loved one or friend it will help our Home to provide our residents benevolent care The names of those persons being remembered will be displayed on the Christmas Tree in the Circle Lounge and
published in our newsletter
Please return the bottom portion with your
contribution to
- -- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Christmas Tree of Stars 2016
Please hang a Star in Memory of _______________________________________
OR
Please hang an Ornament in Honor of ____________________________________
Donated By _______________________________________ Amount_______________
Address _________________________________________
__________________________________________
Church of the Brethren Home 227 Hoffman Avenue Windber PA 15963 Attn Tree of Stars
Mail completed registration form and payment for Leviticus to
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center
One Alpha DriveElizabethtown PA 17022
Make checks payable to SVMC
Questions Contact us at717-361-1450
svmcetownedu
REG ISTRATION FORM
Name
Address
PhoneE-mail
Congregation District
Where did you hear about this event
Other dietary restrictionsMeat or vegetarian lunch
Ten Plus Reasons to Love Leviticus
BOB NEFF Keynote Speaker
Other speakersChristina Bucher (sexuality in Leviticus from different faith perspectives)
David Leiter (social justice and Leviticus)Frank Ramirez (the Brethren and Leviticus 19)
Brody Rike (atonement and orientation to God)
Leviticus is a book for our time Leviticus challenges us to lives of integrity seven days a week by respecting our elders and the marginalized resolving our feelings and disputes with our neighbor protecting the rights of the alien addressing economic and social inequity care for the environment the appropriate preparation of food and its consumption living from the perspective of the Holy One This study unlike most book investigations will not follow chapter by chapter but will begin in the center of the book with chapter 19 and the directive ldquoYou shall be holy as I am Holyrdquo Leviticus invites us to lead a holy life that is strikingly relevant to our lives today
Cost $60 (includes light breakfast lunch and 06 CEUs)
Registration due to SVMC by April 10 2017
S u s q u e h a n n a V a l l e y M i n i s t r y C e n t e rContinuing Education Series
ELIZABETHTOWN COLLEGE bull Susquehanna Room
APRIL 24 2017900 am - 400 pm (Registration at 830)
Bob Neff is an Old Testament scholar President Emeritus of Juniata College and former General Secretary of the Church of the Brethren
Understanding Our American
Muslim Neighbors
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center Continuing Education Series
Islam is the fastest growing religion in the US and this event is designed to introduce our American Muslim neighbors so that we might begin to love them as Jesus commanded Participants will visit some of our Muslim neighbors at a local mosque The presenter George Pickens has been teaching Islam and Christian witness among Muslims for over 25 years first in Africa where he spent 14 years and currently at Messiah College where he is Professor of Theology and Director of the Program in Peace and Conflict Studies George is actively involved in building positive relations with Muslims in the Capital Region of central Pennsylvania and he is a member of the Mechanicsburg (PA) Church of the Brethren and an ordained minister in the Church of the Brethren
Cost is $5500 (includes light breakfast lunch and 07 CEUrsquos) If 3 or more register from the same congregation cost is $35person If possible please register all from congregation at the same time Registration will cap at 35 participants so please register early
Registration deadline March 10 2017
Mail completed registration form and payment for American Mus1im
Neighbors to
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center
One Alpha DriveElizabethtown PA 17022
Make checks payable to SVMC
Questions Contact us at717-361-1450
REG ISTRATION FORM
Name
Address
PhoneE-mail
Congregation District
Where did you hear about this event
Other dietary restrictionsMeat or vegetarian lunch
Led by George Pickens
March 25 2017 900 am - 500 pm
Mechanicsburg Church of the Brethren
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Mail completed registration form and payment for Art for Worship to
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center
One Alpha DriveElizabethtown PA 17022
Make checks payable to SVMC
Questions
Contact us at717-361-1450
svmcetownedu
REG ISTRATION FORM
NameAre you over 18
Address
PhoneE-mail
Congregation District
Where did you hear about this event
Other dietary restrictionsMeat or vegetarian lunch
Art for WorshipReimaginingReimagining
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center Continuing Education Program presents
March 18 2017Lititz Church of the Brethren900 am - 400 pm
Like the choral anthem the message the prayers and rituals liturgical art enhances the worship experience Each element is meant to awaken us and open our hearts to God The spiritual disciplines that go into sermon writingmdashprayer meditation study and reflectionmdashcan also be used to create liturgical art This kind of art-marking can be called ldquoco-creationrdquo for one creates in partnership with The Creator in a process that is itself an act of worship This workshop will explore fresh possibilities for art in liturgical spaces and lead participants through a process for ldquoco-creatingrdquo art themselves
Cost $65 (includes light breakfast lunch materials fee and 06 CEUs)Registration deadline March 3 2017
Led by Diane BrandtLed by Diane Brandt
ldquoThe Ascending Dancerdquo by Diane Brandt
Diane Brandt is Minister of Visual Arts at St Peterrsquos United Church of Christ in Lancaster PA
Yes
No
A ministry of the Church of the Brethren
1414 Plank Road P O Box 158
Hooversville PA 15936-0158 E-mail harmonycampharmonyorg
httpwwwcampharmonyorg
(814) 798-5885 FAX (814) 798-2225
ldquoThe Church of the Brethren should be absolutely fearless absurdly happy and always
getting into trouble for Jesusrdquo Quote from Dan Westhellip
FUTURE EVENTS
Faith Promise Benefit Dinner ndash December 3 ndash 500 PM ndash Call Camp to register
Alutiig Training ndash December 4 - 16
Childrenrsquos Christmas Party ndash December 10 ndash 900 AM - Call the District Office to register
Welcome to Bethlehem ndash December 10 ndash Greenhouse Park
Salix Bethel Youth Retreat ndash January 13 ndash 15
Cub Scout Retreat ndash January 21
Winter Youth Retreats
Junior Retreat ndash Grades 3 ndash 6 ndash January 27 ndash 29 2017
Teen Retreat ndash Grades 7 ndash 12 ndash February 3 ndash 5 2017
HERITAGE LODGE (oldest and last remaining original building at Camp) ROOF
UPDATE
Thank you volunteers for all your help on repairing and getting the roof ready for the metal roof
Camp has contracted with Kaufman Metals to put on the metal which puts the roof under
warranty Also we thank everyone for all the financial donations for the initial stage of the roof
and a congregation for their donation so Camp could contract for placement of the metal When
we all work together ndash all things are possible THANK YOU The roof is scheduled to be
put on the end of November andor the beginning of December
2016 ldquo52 GOD BLESS YOU TEAMrdquo
As more and more families are blessed they contribute $100 a week or $5200 to Camp so that
the ministry can bless others Join the 2016 team The original premise was that if all the families
in the District contributed $52 the mortgage could be eliminated The 2016 Team includes 60
families and congregations who have contributed $3700 Thank you so much for your
donationshelliphellip
Watch for the end of the year Camp Harmony newsletters They will be distributed soon
ldquoInviting all people to experience the wonder of
creation and find harmony with God with nature and
with one another
CAMP HARMONY
2 youth weekends
CampHarmonyorg
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January 27-29
Junior Retreat - Grades 3-6
February 3-5
Teen Retreat - Grades 7-12
Camper Name_____________________________________
Gender __M __F Birthdate_________ Current Grade ____
Parent or Legal Guardian(s) Names
_______________________________________________
Mailing Address___________________________________
City__________________ State ______ Zip __________
Email Address____________________________________
Home Phone______________________________________
Emergency Phone__________________________________
Special Instructions_______________________________
Is this your first time Camp Harmony ___Yes ___No
Which Retreat are you Registering For
Junior (grades 3-6) Teen (Grades 7-12)
January 27-29 2017 February 3-5 2017
Please complete if your church is paying a portion of the fee
Church name______________________________________
The church will be paying $_____ of the registration fee
Authorized Signature (Required Pastor or Camp Rep)
________________________________________________
In signing this application I grant permission for my child to attend Camp Harmony and for Camp
Harmony to use images (photo video etc) of my child and members of my family in camp publicity
(print ads internet including social networking sites etc) I waive the right to inspect or approve
images for such purposes I also acknowledge that by their very nature outdoor and camping ac-
tivities involve some risk of injury I understand also that although the camp has taken precau-
tions to provide proper supervision instruction training and equipment for each activity it is
impossible for the camp to guarantee absolute safety I further understand that participation in
these activities is voluntary and waive any claim that may arise against the camp andor employees
as a result of participation in the program except for those that are a direct result of gross
negligence of the camp or its employees
______________________________________________________________ Parent or Legal Guardian Signature Date
If you canrsquot wait until next summer to come back to camp
this is the retreat for you During our winter retreats at
Camp Harmony we do many of our favorite activities from
summer including crafts worship games and Bible lessons
Plus wersquoll get to go sledding and play in the snow Each
weekend is designed to strengthen your faith in Christ and
grow in your walk with Him We canrsquot wait to see you at Camp
Harmony
Registration Friday Evening 7-8 pm
Pick up Sunday Afternoon 2 pm
Cost $100 per camper
Things to bring
Bedding money for store amp offering towel amp toiletries
seasonal clothing including extra shoes and socks Bible
All of your FRIENDS
How to Register
Mail your completed registration form (one per camper) and
a $25 non-refundable deposit to
Camp Harmony Winter Retreats
PO Box 158
1414 Plank Road
Hooversville PA 15936
Payments can be made by cash check or credit card We
recommend full prepayment to reduce time in registration
line Registrations received less than one week from be-
ginning of retreat date will be charged a $15 late fee
Have questions or need more information
8147985885
programcampharmonyorg
AVAILABLE SPEAKERS LIST
January 2017 ORDAINED
ABRAHAM FARREL ndash 4315 Seton Dr Pittsburgh 15227-1245 ndash 412-979-0067 BALDEO ISAAC - 4555 Glen Eden Rd Cranberry Twp 16066-3001 -724 452-0923 BAUGHMAN CARL L - 130 Homewood Dr Butler 16001-1960 -724 283-1051 BERKEBILE WES J ndash 4285 State Route 208 New Wilmington 16142 ndash 724-901-7058 BROADWATER KEVIN L - 475 Keystone St Meyersdale 15552-6943 - 814 442-5684 CHRISTNER JAY L ndash 313 N Edgewood Ave Somerset 15501-1355 ndash 814-445-4223 DEFFENBAUGH BARRON K - 207 Churchill St Johnstown 15904 - 814 266-9758 DERR AMELIA ndash 1202 Roberts Street Nanty Glo 15943-1325 ndash 814-749-0262 DERR HORACE - 1202 Roberts Street Nanty Glo 15943-1325 ndash 814-749-0262 EASH JOHN E - 131 Friendship Ln Hollsopple 15935-6732 - 814 629-0206 GREEN GARY ndash 4589 Somerset Pike Hollsopple 15935-8217 ndash 814-479-5096 GREW DOTTIE H - 509 Sherman St Meyersdale 15552-1239 - 814 634-5329 HAY CHARLES R - 1127 E Main St Berlin 15530-1428-814 267-3205 HIRONIMUS BERTHA - 142 Bent Tree Hill Ligonier 15658-3202 -724 238-3984 HOUGHTON JAMES E - 124 Lindberg Ave Johnstown 15905-3019 -814 255-2431 HOUGHTON SALLY M - 124 Lindberg Ave Johnstown 15905-3019 -814 255-2431 KABLER ERIC P - 126 Clermont St Johnstown 15904-2132 - 814 266-2734 KENSINGER JAMES M - 329 Spackman St Seward 15954-3117 - 814 446-1088 LONGWELL ERIC M -240 Plumcreek Rd Shelocta 15774- 724 599-8690 MANGES JOHN W ndash 137 Catskill Ln Johnstown 15904-7523 MARSHALL HOMER H - 369 W Church Ave Masontown 15461-1651 -724 583-7073 MARSHALL PATRICIA M - 369 W Church Ave Masontown 15461-1651 -724 583-7073 MOORE EDWIN E JR - 107 Sabra Court Uniontown 15401-9729 - 724 970-2505 PETERMAN SANDRA M -110 Windy Ridge Ln Apt 3 Shelocta 15774 - 724 354-6026 REININGER LINDA L - 229 Davis St Johnstown 15906-1517 -814 539-1345 RUMMEL DALE E - 6171 Greenville Pike Grampian 15666-1959 -732 319-0099 RUPERT JACK - 409 State St Johnstown 15905-2642 - 814 322-7786 New Day ndash 814 535-8202 SHAFFER JUDITH A - PO Box 319 Donegal 15628-0319 - 724 516-9191 SHAULIS M ERIC- 25 Sixth Ave Meyersdale 15552-1444 -814 634-8740 SMITH A HARRISON -506 Sciandro Dr Greensburg 15601- 724837-4491 STEIN ROBERT R - PO Box 375 Chalk Hill 15421-0375 - 724 438-2226 SWICK MICHAEL R - 4127 Greenville Rd Meyersdale 15552-8518 -814 634-8158 WALKER JUDY M -425 Morningside Ave Jeannette 15644 - 724 522-5260 WALKER LARRY E - 425 Morningside Ave Jeannette 15644 - 724 522-5260 WHIPPLE CHARLES D - 317 Wyoming St Greensburg 15601-3947 -724 600-6332 WESTLAKE ELVA JEAN -436 Pony Farm Rd Kittanning 16201-4639-724 548-4901 WILLOUGHBY CAROLYN S-207 Churchill St Johnstown 15904-814 266-9758 YOUNG FRANK P ndash 105 Old Hickory Lane Johnston 15905-3377 ndash 814-418-5930
LICENSED
DERCK JOY E - 3089 Dutch Run Rd Shelocta 15774-2224 - 724 354-3386 DERMER JOANN - 3062 Hyndman Rd Hyndman 15545 - 814 842-6489 HILER GARY W - 228 Baltzer Bridge Rd Friedens 15541-6320 - 814 267-6722 ISHMAN DANIEL R - 116 Todd Rd Freeport 16229 - 724 540-5214 MARSZALEK CHERYL A - 409 Herman Ave Wilmerding 15148-1206 - 412 551-6422 SHAFFER ABBY R -(office) 115 Spring Rd Hollsopple 15935-7412 - 814 479-2181 YOST ERIC W ndash 1009 First Street Windber PA 15963 ndash 814-467-0882
LAY SPEAKER RAMER DONNA L -102 Franklin Dr Greensburg 15601-1305-724 836-0594
Thanks very much for keeping the reports coming in The NEW Form B that comes from the Yearbook Office in Elgin and updates contact information about your congregationrsquos board or leadership team chair the treasurer a deacon contact and a number of other contact persons will be coming to congregations and contact persons soon Please be sure to review the material provided on Form B and make updates as they are needed Complete addresses and phone numbers are appreciated as well as email addresses if they are available The Additional Officers
Form for 2016 will be sent from the District Office soon
In addition the Congregational Outreach Form for 20162017 has been sent from the COB Stewardship Office and is due by December 1 2016 If you have a question you will need to contact the Stewardship Office at 800-323-8039 ext 361 A downloadable version of the form as well as a new fillable option is also available at wwwbrethrenorgstewardship Feel free to use that option in order to switch to paperless reporting
The forms listed below were received in the District Office as of November 20 ALL of these informational forms are important to both the district and the denomination The updated forms are sent to Elgin and they provide a copy for the District Office If you have a question about a form please donrsquot hesitate to contact Tina at 814 479-2181 or toll free 1-866-279-2181 Your prompt attention to this task will be appreciated Thanks
Church Code
Church Name
Form A
Form B
2015 Statistical Report
Additional Officers
Self-Allocation
37-010 Arbutus
37-015 Beachdale
37-020 Bear Run
37-030 Berkey
37-050 Bethel
37-060 Brothersvalley
37-068 Canaan
37-070 Center
37-080 Center Hill
37-090 Conemaugh
37-100 Connellsville
37-110 County Line
37-130 Elbethel
37-140 Erie Community United
37-150 Fairchance
37-160 Fair View
37-170 Farmington Bethel
37-190 Geiger
37-195 Good Samaritan
37-200 Greensburg
37-210 Greenville
37-220 Hooversville
37-230 Hostetler
37-240 Hyndman
37-250 Indiana
37-310 Ligonier First
37-320 Locust Grove
37-340 Maple Glen
37-350 Maple Grove
37-360 Maple Spring
37-380 Meyersdale
37-390 Middlecreek
37-400 Monroeville
37-410 Montgomery
Church Code
Church Name
Form A
Form B
2015 Statistical Report
Additional Officers
Self-Allocation
37-260 Morrellville
37-420 Mount Joy
37-430 Mount Pleasant
37-270 Moxham
37-440 Nanty Glo
37-450 Natrona Heights
37-460 Oakdale
37-470 Penn Run
37-475 Pike Run
37-480 Pleasant Hill
37-500 Plumcreek
37-505 Purchase Line
37-508 Rayman
37-510 Robinson
37-520 Rockton
37-530 Rockwood
37-280 Roxbury
37-540 Rummel
37-550 Salisbury
37-560 Scalp Level
37-570 Shade CreekRidge
37-580 Sipesville
37-590 Somerset
37-620 Ten Mile
37-630 Tire Hill
37-635 Union Chapel
37-640 Uniontown
37-290 Walnut Grove
37-645 Way of Hope
37-300 Westmont
37-650 Windber
37-660 Wooddale
2016 District Events and Meetings
This calendar will be updated as we receive dates from your groups please send your important dates to the District Office
ASAP to insure they will be on the District Calendar Thank you EVENTS ARE CODED AS
District Events open for anyone in the District to attend - CAPS Meetings such as District Leadership Team Camp Board Home Trustees and events beyond the District - small print Youth and Childrenrsquos Activities -ITALICS amp CAPS
SUGGESTIONS FOR USE KEEP FOR REFERENCE WHEN SETTING LOCAL CHURCH DATES Each month check this page in District HIGHLIGHTS for changesadditions Keep your calendar updated
DECEMBER 2016
4 - SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT
10 - CHILDRENrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY ndash Camp Harmony ndash more information to come
11 - THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT
18 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT
19 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
25 - MERRY CHIRSTMAS
26 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
31 - NEW YEARrsquoS EVE
2017 District Events and Meetings
This calendar will be updated as we receive dates from your groups please send your important dates to the District Office
ASAP to insure they will be on the District Calendar Thank you EVENTS ARE CODED AS
District Events open for anyone in the District to attend - CAPS Meetings such as District Leadership Team Camp Board Home Trustees and events beyond the District - small print Youth and Childrenrsquos Activities - ITALICS amp CAPS
SUGGESTIONS FOR USE KEEP FOR REFERENCE WHEN SETTING LOCAL CHURCH DATES Each month check this page in District HIGHLIGHTS for changesadditions Keep your calendar updated
JANUARY 2017
1 - HAPPY NEW YEAR
8 - EPIPHANY
18-25 - WEEK OF PRAYER FOR CHRISTIAN UNITY
30 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
FEBRUARY 2017
9 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
18 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
20 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
MARCH 2017
1 - ASH WEDNESDAY
3 - WORLD DAY OF PRAYER
5 - FIRST SUNDAY OF LENT
12 - DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME BEGINS (Turn clocks AHEAD one hour)
12 - SECOND SUNDAY OF LENT
19 - THIRD SUNDAY OF LENT
20 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
26 - ONE GREAT HOUR OF SHARING
26 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF LENT
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
APRIL 2017
2 - FIFTH SUNDAY OF LENT
9 - PALM SUNDAY
13 - MAUNDY THURSDAY
14 - GOOD FRIDAY
16 - ALLELUIA CHRIST IS RISEN
17 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
22 - Earth Day
24 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
MAY 2017
4 - NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER
7 - NATIONAL YOUTH SUNDAY
5-6 - District Womenrsquos Retreat ndash Camp Harmony
11 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
14 - HAPPY MOTHERrsquoS DAY
20 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
22 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
25 - ASCENSION DAY
29 - MEMORIAL DAY
29 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
JUNE 2017
4 - HAPPY BIRTHDAY CHURCH (Pentecost Sunday)
4 - Annual Conference Briefing Geiger COB
18 - HAPPY FATHERrsquoS DAY
19 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
26 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
28 -ANNUAL CONFERENCE (begins) Grand Rapids Michigan
JULY 2017
2 - ANNUAL CONFERENCE (concludes) Greensboro North Carolina
4 - INDEPENDENCE DAY
20 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm - Beachley Residence (District Conference Business)
24 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
28 - District Leadership Team 6 pm Arbutus Church (District Conference Business)
31 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
AUGUST 2017
21 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
28 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
SEPTEMBER 2017
4 - LABOR DAY
14 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
16 - CAMP HARMONY FESTIVAL
18 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
21 - DAY OF PRAYER FOR PEACE
23 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
25 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
OCTOBER 2017
1 - WORLD COMMUNION SUNDAY
21 - District Conference 9 am Camp Harmony
23 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
30 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
NOVEMBER 2017
4 - ELEVENTH ANNUAL DISTRICT AUCTION 9 am Camp Harmony
5 - DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME ENDS (Turn clocks BACK one hour)
9 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
18 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
20 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
23 - HAPPY THANKSGIVING
26 - FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
DECEMBER 2017
3 - SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT
9 - CHILDRENrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY ndash Camp Harmony ndash more information to come
10 - THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT
17 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT
18 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
25 - MERRY CHIRSTMAS
- Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
31 - NEW YEARrsquoS EVE
PLEASE NOTE Dates will be added or changed as needed If your District group team or committee has additions or changes to this calendar please contact the District Office as soon as possible Your help is much appreciated
Brethren Home Community Windber
Tree of Stars 2016 Please help us decorate the
Christmas Tree of Stars
in this 33rd year of our program Your donation will not only honor or memorialize a loved one or friend it will help our Home to provide our residents benevolent care The names of those persons being remembered will be displayed on the Christmas Tree in the Circle Lounge and
published in our newsletter
Please return the bottom portion with your
contribution to
- -- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Christmas Tree of Stars 2016
Please hang a Star in Memory of _______________________________________
OR
Please hang an Ornament in Honor of ____________________________________
Donated By _______________________________________ Amount_______________
Address _________________________________________
__________________________________________
Church of the Brethren Home 227 Hoffman Avenue Windber PA 15963 Attn Tree of Stars
Mail completed registration form and payment for Leviticus to
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center
One Alpha DriveElizabethtown PA 17022
Make checks payable to SVMC
Questions Contact us at717-361-1450
svmcetownedu
REG ISTRATION FORM
Name
Address
PhoneE-mail
Congregation District
Where did you hear about this event
Other dietary restrictionsMeat or vegetarian lunch
Ten Plus Reasons to Love Leviticus
BOB NEFF Keynote Speaker
Other speakersChristina Bucher (sexuality in Leviticus from different faith perspectives)
David Leiter (social justice and Leviticus)Frank Ramirez (the Brethren and Leviticus 19)
Brody Rike (atonement and orientation to God)
Leviticus is a book for our time Leviticus challenges us to lives of integrity seven days a week by respecting our elders and the marginalized resolving our feelings and disputes with our neighbor protecting the rights of the alien addressing economic and social inequity care for the environment the appropriate preparation of food and its consumption living from the perspective of the Holy One This study unlike most book investigations will not follow chapter by chapter but will begin in the center of the book with chapter 19 and the directive ldquoYou shall be holy as I am Holyrdquo Leviticus invites us to lead a holy life that is strikingly relevant to our lives today
Cost $60 (includes light breakfast lunch and 06 CEUs)
Registration due to SVMC by April 10 2017
S u s q u e h a n n a V a l l e y M i n i s t r y C e n t e rContinuing Education Series
ELIZABETHTOWN COLLEGE bull Susquehanna Room
APRIL 24 2017900 am - 400 pm (Registration at 830)
Bob Neff is an Old Testament scholar President Emeritus of Juniata College and former General Secretary of the Church of the Brethren
Understanding Our American
Muslim Neighbors
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center Continuing Education Series
Islam is the fastest growing religion in the US and this event is designed to introduce our American Muslim neighbors so that we might begin to love them as Jesus commanded Participants will visit some of our Muslim neighbors at a local mosque The presenter George Pickens has been teaching Islam and Christian witness among Muslims for over 25 years first in Africa where he spent 14 years and currently at Messiah College where he is Professor of Theology and Director of the Program in Peace and Conflict Studies George is actively involved in building positive relations with Muslims in the Capital Region of central Pennsylvania and he is a member of the Mechanicsburg (PA) Church of the Brethren and an ordained minister in the Church of the Brethren
Cost is $5500 (includes light breakfast lunch and 07 CEUrsquos) If 3 or more register from the same congregation cost is $35person If possible please register all from congregation at the same time Registration will cap at 35 participants so please register early
Registration deadline March 10 2017
Mail completed registration form and payment for American Mus1im
Neighbors to
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center
One Alpha DriveElizabethtown PA 17022
Make checks payable to SVMC
Questions Contact us at717-361-1450
REG ISTRATION FORM
Name
Address
PhoneE-mail
Congregation District
Where did you hear about this event
Other dietary restrictionsMeat or vegetarian lunch
Led by George Pickens
March 25 2017 900 am - 500 pm
Mechanicsburg Church of the Brethren
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Mail completed registration form and payment for Art for Worship to
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center
One Alpha DriveElizabethtown PA 17022
Make checks payable to SVMC
Questions
Contact us at717-361-1450
svmcetownedu
REG ISTRATION FORM
NameAre you over 18
Address
PhoneE-mail
Congregation District
Where did you hear about this event
Other dietary restrictionsMeat or vegetarian lunch
Art for WorshipReimaginingReimagining
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center Continuing Education Program presents
March 18 2017Lititz Church of the Brethren900 am - 400 pm
Like the choral anthem the message the prayers and rituals liturgical art enhances the worship experience Each element is meant to awaken us and open our hearts to God The spiritual disciplines that go into sermon writingmdashprayer meditation study and reflectionmdashcan also be used to create liturgical art This kind of art-marking can be called ldquoco-creationrdquo for one creates in partnership with The Creator in a process that is itself an act of worship This workshop will explore fresh possibilities for art in liturgical spaces and lead participants through a process for ldquoco-creatingrdquo art themselves
Cost $65 (includes light breakfast lunch materials fee and 06 CEUs)Registration deadline March 3 2017
Led by Diane BrandtLed by Diane Brandt
ldquoThe Ascending Dancerdquo by Diane Brandt
Diane Brandt is Minister of Visual Arts at St Peterrsquos United Church of Christ in Lancaster PA
Yes
No
A ministry of the Church of the Brethren
1414 Plank Road P O Box 158
Hooversville PA 15936-0158 E-mail harmonycampharmonyorg
httpwwwcampharmonyorg
(814) 798-5885 FAX (814) 798-2225
ldquoThe Church of the Brethren should be absolutely fearless absurdly happy and always
getting into trouble for Jesusrdquo Quote from Dan Westhellip
FUTURE EVENTS
Faith Promise Benefit Dinner ndash December 3 ndash 500 PM ndash Call Camp to register
Alutiig Training ndash December 4 - 16
Childrenrsquos Christmas Party ndash December 10 ndash 900 AM - Call the District Office to register
Welcome to Bethlehem ndash December 10 ndash Greenhouse Park
Salix Bethel Youth Retreat ndash January 13 ndash 15
Cub Scout Retreat ndash January 21
Winter Youth Retreats
Junior Retreat ndash Grades 3 ndash 6 ndash January 27 ndash 29 2017
Teen Retreat ndash Grades 7 ndash 12 ndash February 3 ndash 5 2017
HERITAGE LODGE (oldest and last remaining original building at Camp) ROOF
UPDATE
Thank you volunteers for all your help on repairing and getting the roof ready for the metal roof
Camp has contracted with Kaufman Metals to put on the metal which puts the roof under
warranty Also we thank everyone for all the financial donations for the initial stage of the roof
and a congregation for their donation so Camp could contract for placement of the metal When
we all work together ndash all things are possible THANK YOU The roof is scheduled to be
put on the end of November andor the beginning of December
2016 ldquo52 GOD BLESS YOU TEAMrdquo
As more and more families are blessed they contribute $100 a week or $5200 to Camp so that
the ministry can bless others Join the 2016 team The original premise was that if all the families
in the District contributed $52 the mortgage could be eliminated The 2016 Team includes 60
families and congregations who have contributed $3700 Thank you so much for your
donationshelliphellip
Watch for the end of the year Camp Harmony newsletters They will be distributed soon
ldquoInviting all people to experience the wonder of
creation and find harmony with God with nature and
with one another
CAMP HARMONY
2 youth weekends
CampHarmonyorg
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2 Youth Weekends
January 27-29
Junior Retreat - Grades 3-6
February 3-5
Teen Retreat - Grades 7-12
Camper Name_____________________________________
Gender __M __F Birthdate_________ Current Grade ____
Parent or Legal Guardian(s) Names
_______________________________________________
Mailing Address___________________________________
City__________________ State ______ Zip __________
Email Address____________________________________
Home Phone______________________________________
Emergency Phone__________________________________
Special Instructions_______________________________
Is this your first time Camp Harmony ___Yes ___No
Which Retreat are you Registering For
Junior (grades 3-6) Teen (Grades 7-12)
January 27-29 2017 February 3-5 2017
Please complete if your church is paying a portion of the fee
Church name______________________________________
The church will be paying $_____ of the registration fee
Authorized Signature (Required Pastor or Camp Rep)
________________________________________________
In signing this application I grant permission for my child to attend Camp Harmony and for Camp
Harmony to use images (photo video etc) of my child and members of my family in camp publicity
(print ads internet including social networking sites etc) I waive the right to inspect or approve
images for such purposes I also acknowledge that by their very nature outdoor and camping ac-
tivities involve some risk of injury I understand also that although the camp has taken precau-
tions to provide proper supervision instruction training and equipment for each activity it is
impossible for the camp to guarantee absolute safety I further understand that participation in
these activities is voluntary and waive any claim that may arise against the camp andor employees
as a result of participation in the program except for those that are a direct result of gross
negligence of the camp or its employees
______________________________________________________________ Parent or Legal Guardian Signature Date
If you canrsquot wait until next summer to come back to camp
this is the retreat for you During our winter retreats at
Camp Harmony we do many of our favorite activities from
summer including crafts worship games and Bible lessons
Plus wersquoll get to go sledding and play in the snow Each
weekend is designed to strengthen your faith in Christ and
grow in your walk with Him We canrsquot wait to see you at Camp
Harmony
Registration Friday Evening 7-8 pm
Pick up Sunday Afternoon 2 pm
Cost $100 per camper
Things to bring
Bedding money for store amp offering towel amp toiletries
seasonal clothing including extra shoes and socks Bible
All of your FRIENDS
How to Register
Mail your completed registration form (one per camper) and
a $25 non-refundable deposit to
Camp Harmony Winter Retreats
PO Box 158
1414 Plank Road
Hooversville PA 15936
Payments can be made by cash check or credit card We
recommend full prepayment to reduce time in registration
line Registrations received less than one week from be-
ginning of retreat date will be charged a $15 late fee
Have questions or need more information
8147985885
programcampharmonyorg
AVAILABLE SPEAKERS LIST
January 2017 ORDAINED
ABRAHAM FARREL ndash 4315 Seton Dr Pittsburgh 15227-1245 ndash 412-979-0067 BALDEO ISAAC - 4555 Glen Eden Rd Cranberry Twp 16066-3001 -724 452-0923 BAUGHMAN CARL L - 130 Homewood Dr Butler 16001-1960 -724 283-1051 BERKEBILE WES J ndash 4285 State Route 208 New Wilmington 16142 ndash 724-901-7058 BROADWATER KEVIN L - 475 Keystone St Meyersdale 15552-6943 - 814 442-5684 CHRISTNER JAY L ndash 313 N Edgewood Ave Somerset 15501-1355 ndash 814-445-4223 DEFFENBAUGH BARRON K - 207 Churchill St Johnstown 15904 - 814 266-9758 DERR AMELIA ndash 1202 Roberts Street Nanty Glo 15943-1325 ndash 814-749-0262 DERR HORACE - 1202 Roberts Street Nanty Glo 15943-1325 ndash 814-749-0262 EASH JOHN E - 131 Friendship Ln Hollsopple 15935-6732 - 814 629-0206 GREEN GARY ndash 4589 Somerset Pike Hollsopple 15935-8217 ndash 814-479-5096 GREW DOTTIE H - 509 Sherman St Meyersdale 15552-1239 - 814 634-5329 HAY CHARLES R - 1127 E Main St Berlin 15530-1428-814 267-3205 HIRONIMUS BERTHA - 142 Bent Tree Hill Ligonier 15658-3202 -724 238-3984 HOUGHTON JAMES E - 124 Lindberg Ave Johnstown 15905-3019 -814 255-2431 HOUGHTON SALLY M - 124 Lindberg Ave Johnstown 15905-3019 -814 255-2431 KABLER ERIC P - 126 Clermont St Johnstown 15904-2132 - 814 266-2734 KENSINGER JAMES M - 329 Spackman St Seward 15954-3117 - 814 446-1088 LONGWELL ERIC M -240 Plumcreek Rd Shelocta 15774- 724 599-8690 MANGES JOHN W ndash 137 Catskill Ln Johnstown 15904-7523 MARSHALL HOMER H - 369 W Church Ave Masontown 15461-1651 -724 583-7073 MARSHALL PATRICIA M - 369 W Church Ave Masontown 15461-1651 -724 583-7073 MOORE EDWIN E JR - 107 Sabra Court Uniontown 15401-9729 - 724 970-2505 PETERMAN SANDRA M -110 Windy Ridge Ln Apt 3 Shelocta 15774 - 724 354-6026 REININGER LINDA L - 229 Davis St Johnstown 15906-1517 -814 539-1345 RUMMEL DALE E - 6171 Greenville Pike Grampian 15666-1959 -732 319-0099 RUPERT JACK - 409 State St Johnstown 15905-2642 - 814 322-7786 New Day ndash 814 535-8202 SHAFFER JUDITH A - PO Box 319 Donegal 15628-0319 - 724 516-9191 SHAULIS M ERIC- 25 Sixth Ave Meyersdale 15552-1444 -814 634-8740 SMITH A HARRISON -506 Sciandro Dr Greensburg 15601- 724837-4491 STEIN ROBERT R - PO Box 375 Chalk Hill 15421-0375 - 724 438-2226 SWICK MICHAEL R - 4127 Greenville Rd Meyersdale 15552-8518 -814 634-8158 WALKER JUDY M -425 Morningside Ave Jeannette 15644 - 724 522-5260 WALKER LARRY E - 425 Morningside Ave Jeannette 15644 - 724 522-5260 WHIPPLE CHARLES D - 317 Wyoming St Greensburg 15601-3947 -724 600-6332 WESTLAKE ELVA JEAN -436 Pony Farm Rd Kittanning 16201-4639-724 548-4901 WILLOUGHBY CAROLYN S-207 Churchill St Johnstown 15904-814 266-9758 YOUNG FRANK P ndash 105 Old Hickory Lane Johnston 15905-3377 ndash 814-418-5930
LICENSED
DERCK JOY E - 3089 Dutch Run Rd Shelocta 15774-2224 - 724 354-3386 DERMER JOANN - 3062 Hyndman Rd Hyndman 15545 - 814 842-6489 HILER GARY W - 228 Baltzer Bridge Rd Friedens 15541-6320 - 814 267-6722 ISHMAN DANIEL R - 116 Todd Rd Freeport 16229 - 724 540-5214 MARSZALEK CHERYL A - 409 Herman Ave Wilmerding 15148-1206 - 412 551-6422 SHAFFER ABBY R -(office) 115 Spring Rd Hollsopple 15935-7412 - 814 479-2181 YOST ERIC W ndash 1009 First Street Windber PA 15963 ndash 814-467-0882
LAY SPEAKER RAMER DONNA L -102 Franklin Dr Greensburg 15601-1305-724 836-0594
Thanks very much for keeping the reports coming in The NEW Form B that comes from the Yearbook Office in Elgin and updates contact information about your congregationrsquos board or leadership team chair the treasurer a deacon contact and a number of other contact persons will be coming to congregations and contact persons soon Please be sure to review the material provided on Form B and make updates as they are needed Complete addresses and phone numbers are appreciated as well as email addresses if they are available The Additional Officers
Form for 2016 will be sent from the District Office soon
In addition the Congregational Outreach Form for 20162017 has been sent from the COB Stewardship Office and is due by December 1 2016 If you have a question you will need to contact the Stewardship Office at 800-323-8039 ext 361 A downloadable version of the form as well as a new fillable option is also available at wwwbrethrenorgstewardship Feel free to use that option in order to switch to paperless reporting
The forms listed below were received in the District Office as of November 20 ALL of these informational forms are important to both the district and the denomination The updated forms are sent to Elgin and they provide a copy for the District Office If you have a question about a form please donrsquot hesitate to contact Tina at 814 479-2181 or toll free 1-866-279-2181 Your prompt attention to this task will be appreciated Thanks
Church Code
Church Name
Form A
Form B
2015 Statistical Report
Additional Officers
Self-Allocation
37-010 Arbutus
37-015 Beachdale
37-020 Bear Run
37-030 Berkey
37-050 Bethel
37-060 Brothersvalley
37-068 Canaan
37-070 Center
37-080 Center Hill
37-090 Conemaugh
37-100 Connellsville
37-110 County Line
37-130 Elbethel
37-140 Erie Community United
37-150 Fairchance
37-160 Fair View
37-170 Farmington Bethel
37-190 Geiger
37-195 Good Samaritan
37-200 Greensburg
37-210 Greenville
37-220 Hooversville
37-230 Hostetler
37-240 Hyndman
37-250 Indiana
37-310 Ligonier First
37-320 Locust Grove
37-340 Maple Glen
37-350 Maple Grove
37-360 Maple Spring
37-380 Meyersdale
37-390 Middlecreek
37-400 Monroeville
37-410 Montgomery
Church Code
Church Name
Form A
Form B
2015 Statistical Report
Additional Officers
Self-Allocation
37-260 Morrellville
37-420 Mount Joy
37-430 Mount Pleasant
37-270 Moxham
37-440 Nanty Glo
37-450 Natrona Heights
37-460 Oakdale
37-470 Penn Run
37-475 Pike Run
37-480 Pleasant Hill
37-500 Plumcreek
37-505 Purchase Line
37-508 Rayman
37-510 Robinson
37-520 Rockton
37-530 Rockwood
37-280 Roxbury
37-540 Rummel
37-550 Salisbury
37-560 Scalp Level
37-570 Shade CreekRidge
37-580 Sipesville
37-590 Somerset
37-620 Ten Mile
37-630 Tire Hill
37-635 Union Chapel
37-640 Uniontown
37-290 Walnut Grove
37-645 Way of Hope
37-300 Westmont
37-650 Windber
37-660 Wooddale
2016 District Events and Meetings
This calendar will be updated as we receive dates from your groups please send your important dates to the District Office
ASAP to insure they will be on the District Calendar Thank you EVENTS ARE CODED AS
District Events open for anyone in the District to attend - CAPS Meetings such as District Leadership Team Camp Board Home Trustees and events beyond the District - small print Youth and Childrenrsquos Activities -ITALICS amp CAPS
SUGGESTIONS FOR USE KEEP FOR REFERENCE WHEN SETTING LOCAL CHURCH DATES Each month check this page in District HIGHLIGHTS for changesadditions Keep your calendar updated
DECEMBER 2016
4 - SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT
10 - CHILDRENrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY ndash Camp Harmony ndash more information to come
11 - THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT
18 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT
19 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
25 - MERRY CHIRSTMAS
26 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
31 - NEW YEARrsquoS EVE
2017 District Events and Meetings
This calendar will be updated as we receive dates from your groups please send your important dates to the District Office
ASAP to insure they will be on the District Calendar Thank you EVENTS ARE CODED AS
District Events open for anyone in the District to attend - CAPS Meetings such as District Leadership Team Camp Board Home Trustees and events beyond the District - small print Youth and Childrenrsquos Activities - ITALICS amp CAPS
SUGGESTIONS FOR USE KEEP FOR REFERENCE WHEN SETTING LOCAL CHURCH DATES Each month check this page in District HIGHLIGHTS for changesadditions Keep your calendar updated
JANUARY 2017
1 - HAPPY NEW YEAR
8 - EPIPHANY
18-25 - WEEK OF PRAYER FOR CHRISTIAN UNITY
30 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
FEBRUARY 2017
9 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
18 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
20 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
MARCH 2017
1 - ASH WEDNESDAY
3 - WORLD DAY OF PRAYER
5 - FIRST SUNDAY OF LENT
12 - DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME BEGINS (Turn clocks AHEAD one hour)
12 - SECOND SUNDAY OF LENT
19 - THIRD SUNDAY OF LENT
20 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
26 - ONE GREAT HOUR OF SHARING
26 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF LENT
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
APRIL 2017
2 - FIFTH SUNDAY OF LENT
9 - PALM SUNDAY
13 - MAUNDY THURSDAY
14 - GOOD FRIDAY
16 - ALLELUIA CHRIST IS RISEN
17 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
22 - Earth Day
24 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
MAY 2017
4 - NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER
7 - NATIONAL YOUTH SUNDAY
5-6 - District Womenrsquos Retreat ndash Camp Harmony
11 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
14 - HAPPY MOTHERrsquoS DAY
20 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
22 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
25 - ASCENSION DAY
29 - MEMORIAL DAY
29 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
JUNE 2017
4 - HAPPY BIRTHDAY CHURCH (Pentecost Sunday)
4 - Annual Conference Briefing Geiger COB
18 - HAPPY FATHERrsquoS DAY
19 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
26 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
28 -ANNUAL CONFERENCE (begins) Grand Rapids Michigan
JULY 2017
2 - ANNUAL CONFERENCE (concludes) Greensboro North Carolina
4 - INDEPENDENCE DAY
20 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm - Beachley Residence (District Conference Business)
24 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
28 - District Leadership Team 6 pm Arbutus Church (District Conference Business)
31 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
AUGUST 2017
21 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
28 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
SEPTEMBER 2017
4 - LABOR DAY
14 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
16 - CAMP HARMONY FESTIVAL
18 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
21 - DAY OF PRAYER FOR PEACE
23 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
25 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
OCTOBER 2017
1 - WORLD COMMUNION SUNDAY
21 - District Conference 9 am Camp Harmony
23 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
30 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
NOVEMBER 2017
4 - ELEVENTH ANNUAL DISTRICT AUCTION 9 am Camp Harmony
5 - DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME ENDS (Turn clocks BACK one hour)
9 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
18 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
20 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
23 - HAPPY THANKSGIVING
26 - FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
DECEMBER 2017
3 - SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT
9 - CHILDRENrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY ndash Camp Harmony ndash more information to come
10 - THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT
17 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT
18 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
25 - MERRY CHIRSTMAS
- Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
31 - NEW YEARrsquoS EVE
PLEASE NOTE Dates will be added or changed as needed If your District group team or committee has additions or changes to this calendar please contact the District Office as soon as possible Your help is much appreciated
Mail completed registration form and payment for Leviticus to
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center
One Alpha DriveElizabethtown PA 17022
Make checks payable to SVMC
Questions Contact us at717-361-1450
svmcetownedu
REG ISTRATION FORM
Name
Address
PhoneE-mail
Congregation District
Where did you hear about this event
Other dietary restrictionsMeat or vegetarian lunch
Ten Plus Reasons to Love Leviticus
BOB NEFF Keynote Speaker
Other speakersChristina Bucher (sexuality in Leviticus from different faith perspectives)
David Leiter (social justice and Leviticus)Frank Ramirez (the Brethren and Leviticus 19)
Brody Rike (atonement and orientation to God)
Leviticus is a book for our time Leviticus challenges us to lives of integrity seven days a week by respecting our elders and the marginalized resolving our feelings and disputes with our neighbor protecting the rights of the alien addressing economic and social inequity care for the environment the appropriate preparation of food and its consumption living from the perspective of the Holy One This study unlike most book investigations will not follow chapter by chapter but will begin in the center of the book with chapter 19 and the directive ldquoYou shall be holy as I am Holyrdquo Leviticus invites us to lead a holy life that is strikingly relevant to our lives today
Cost $60 (includes light breakfast lunch and 06 CEUs)
Registration due to SVMC by April 10 2017
S u s q u e h a n n a V a l l e y M i n i s t r y C e n t e rContinuing Education Series
ELIZABETHTOWN COLLEGE bull Susquehanna Room
APRIL 24 2017900 am - 400 pm (Registration at 830)
Bob Neff is an Old Testament scholar President Emeritus of Juniata College and former General Secretary of the Church of the Brethren
Understanding Our American
Muslim Neighbors
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center Continuing Education Series
Islam is the fastest growing religion in the US and this event is designed to introduce our American Muslim neighbors so that we might begin to love them as Jesus commanded Participants will visit some of our Muslim neighbors at a local mosque The presenter George Pickens has been teaching Islam and Christian witness among Muslims for over 25 years first in Africa where he spent 14 years and currently at Messiah College where he is Professor of Theology and Director of the Program in Peace and Conflict Studies George is actively involved in building positive relations with Muslims in the Capital Region of central Pennsylvania and he is a member of the Mechanicsburg (PA) Church of the Brethren and an ordained minister in the Church of the Brethren
Cost is $5500 (includes light breakfast lunch and 07 CEUrsquos) If 3 or more register from the same congregation cost is $35person If possible please register all from congregation at the same time Registration will cap at 35 participants so please register early
Registration deadline March 10 2017
Mail completed registration form and payment for American Mus1im
Neighbors to
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center
One Alpha DriveElizabethtown PA 17022
Make checks payable to SVMC
Questions Contact us at717-361-1450
REG ISTRATION FORM
Name
Address
PhoneE-mail
Congregation District
Where did you hear about this event
Other dietary restrictionsMeat or vegetarian lunch
Led by George Pickens
March 25 2017 900 am - 500 pm
Mechanicsburg Church of the Brethren
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Mail completed registration form and payment for Art for Worship to
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center
One Alpha DriveElizabethtown PA 17022
Make checks payable to SVMC
Questions
Contact us at717-361-1450
svmcetownedu
REG ISTRATION FORM
NameAre you over 18
Address
PhoneE-mail
Congregation District
Where did you hear about this event
Other dietary restrictionsMeat or vegetarian lunch
Art for WorshipReimaginingReimagining
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center Continuing Education Program presents
March 18 2017Lititz Church of the Brethren900 am - 400 pm
Like the choral anthem the message the prayers and rituals liturgical art enhances the worship experience Each element is meant to awaken us and open our hearts to God The spiritual disciplines that go into sermon writingmdashprayer meditation study and reflectionmdashcan also be used to create liturgical art This kind of art-marking can be called ldquoco-creationrdquo for one creates in partnership with The Creator in a process that is itself an act of worship This workshop will explore fresh possibilities for art in liturgical spaces and lead participants through a process for ldquoco-creatingrdquo art themselves
Cost $65 (includes light breakfast lunch materials fee and 06 CEUs)Registration deadline March 3 2017
Led by Diane BrandtLed by Diane Brandt
ldquoThe Ascending Dancerdquo by Diane Brandt
Diane Brandt is Minister of Visual Arts at St Peterrsquos United Church of Christ in Lancaster PA
Yes
No
A ministry of the Church of the Brethren
1414 Plank Road P O Box 158
Hooversville PA 15936-0158 E-mail harmonycampharmonyorg
httpwwwcampharmonyorg
(814) 798-5885 FAX (814) 798-2225
ldquoThe Church of the Brethren should be absolutely fearless absurdly happy and always
getting into trouble for Jesusrdquo Quote from Dan Westhellip
FUTURE EVENTS
Faith Promise Benefit Dinner ndash December 3 ndash 500 PM ndash Call Camp to register
Alutiig Training ndash December 4 - 16
Childrenrsquos Christmas Party ndash December 10 ndash 900 AM - Call the District Office to register
Welcome to Bethlehem ndash December 10 ndash Greenhouse Park
Salix Bethel Youth Retreat ndash January 13 ndash 15
Cub Scout Retreat ndash January 21
Winter Youth Retreats
Junior Retreat ndash Grades 3 ndash 6 ndash January 27 ndash 29 2017
Teen Retreat ndash Grades 7 ndash 12 ndash February 3 ndash 5 2017
HERITAGE LODGE (oldest and last remaining original building at Camp) ROOF
UPDATE
Thank you volunteers for all your help on repairing and getting the roof ready for the metal roof
Camp has contracted with Kaufman Metals to put on the metal which puts the roof under
warranty Also we thank everyone for all the financial donations for the initial stage of the roof
and a congregation for their donation so Camp could contract for placement of the metal When
we all work together ndash all things are possible THANK YOU The roof is scheduled to be
put on the end of November andor the beginning of December
2016 ldquo52 GOD BLESS YOU TEAMrdquo
As more and more families are blessed they contribute $100 a week or $5200 to Camp so that
the ministry can bless others Join the 2016 team The original premise was that if all the families
in the District contributed $52 the mortgage could be eliminated The 2016 Team includes 60
families and congregations who have contributed $3700 Thank you so much for your
donationshelliphellip
Watch for the end of the year Camp Harmony newsletters They will be distributed soon
ldquoInviting all people to experience the wonder of
creation and find harmony with God with nature and
with one another
CAMP HARMONY
2 youth weekends
CampHarmonyorg
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2 Youth Weekends
January 27-29
Junior Retreat - Grades 3-6
February 3-5
Teen Retreat - Grades 7-12
Camper Name_____________________________________
Gender __M __F Birthdate_________ Current Grade ____
Parent or Legal Guardian(s) Names
_______________________________________________
Mailing Address___________________________________
City__________________ State ______ Zip __________
Email Address____________________________________
Home Phone______________________________________
Emergency Phone__________________________________
Special Instructions_______________________________
Is this your first time Camp Harmony ___Yes ___No
Which Retreat are you Registering For
Junior (grades 3-6) Teen (Grades 7-12)
January 27-29 2017 February 3-5 2017
Please complete if your church is paying a portion of the fee
Church name______________________________________
The church will be paying $_____ of the registration fee
Authorized Signature (Required Pastor or Camp Rep)
________________________________________________
In signing this application I grant permission for my child to attend Camp Harmony and for Camp
Harmony to use images (photo video etc) of my child and members of my family in camp publicity
(print ads internet including social networking sites etc) I waive the right to inspect or approve
images for such purposes I also acknowledge that by their very nature outdoor and camping ac-
tivities involve some risk of injury I understand also that although the camp has taken precau-
tions to provide proper supervision instruction training and equipment for each activity it is
impossible for the camp to guarantee absolute safety I further understand that participation in
these activities is voluntary and waive any claim that may arise against the camp andor employees
as a result of participation in the program except for those that are a direct result of gross
negligence of the camp or its employees
______________________________________________________________ Parent or Legal Guardian Signature Date
If you canrsquot wait until next summer to come back to camp
this is the retreat for you During our winter retreats at
Camp Harmony we do many of our favorite activities from
summer including crafts worship games and Bible lessons
Plus wersquoll get to go sledding and play in the snow Each
weekend is designed to strengthen your faith in Christ and
grow in your walk with Him We canrsquot wait to see you at Camp
Harmony
Registration Friday Evening 7-8 pm
Pick up Sunday Afternoon 2 pm
Cost $100 per camper
Things to bring
Bedding money for store amp offering towel amp toiletries
seasonal clothing including extra shoes and socks Bible
All of your FRIENDS
How to Register
Mail your completed registration form (one per camper) and
a $25 non-refundable deposit to
Camp Harmony Winter Retreats
PO Box 158
1414 Plank Road
Hooversville PA 15936
Payments can be made by cash check or credit card We
recommend full prepayment to reduce time in registration
line Registrations received less than one week from be-
ginning of retreat date will be charged a $15 late fee
Have questions or need more information
8147985885
programcampharmonyorg
AVAILABLE SPEAKERS LIST
January 2017 ORDAINED
ABRAHAM FARREL ndash 4315 Seton Dr Pittsburgh 15227-1245 ndash 412-979-0067 BALDEO ISAAC - 4555 Glen Eden Rd Cranberry Twp 16066-3001 -724 452-0923 BAUGHMAN CARL L - 130 Homewood Dr Butler 16001-1960 -724 283-1051 BERKEBILE WES J ndash 4285 State Route 208 New Wilmington 16142 ndash 724-901-7058 BROADWATER KEVIN L - 475 Keystone St Meyersdale 15552-6943 - 814 442-5684 CHRISTNER JAY L ndash 313 N Edgewood Ave Somerset 15501-1355 ndash 814-445-4223 DEFFENBAUGH BARRON K - 207 Churchill St Johnstown 15904 - 814 266-9758 DERR AMELIA ndash 1202 Roberts Street Nanty Glo 15943-1325 ndash 814-749-0262 DERR HORACE - 1202 Roberts Street Nanty Glo 15943-1325 ndash 814-749-0262 EASH JOHN E - 131 Friendship Ln Hollsopple 15935-6732 - 814 629-0206 GREEN GARY ndash 4589 Somerset Pike Hollsopple 15935-8217 ndash 814-479-5096 GREW DOTTIE H - 509 Sherman St Meyersdale 15552-1239 - 814 634-5329 HAY CHARLES R - 1127 E Main St Berlin 15530-1428-814 267-3205 HIRONIMUS BERTHA - 142 Bent Tree Hill Ligonier 15658-3202 -724 238-3984 HOUGHTON JAMES E - 124 Lindberg Ave Johnstown 15905-3019 -814 255-2431 HOUGHTON SALLY M - 124 Lindberg Ave Johnstown 15905-3019 -814 255-2431 KABLER ERIC P - 126 Clermont St Johnstown 15904-2132 - 814 266-2734 KENSINGER JAMES M - 329 Spackman St Seward 15954-3117 - 814 446-1088 LONGWELL ERIC M -240 Plumcreek Rd Shelocta 15774- 724 599-8690 MANGES JOHN W ndash 137 Catskill Ln Johnstown 15904-7523 MARSHALL HOMER H - 369 W Church Ave Masontown 15461-1651 -724 583-7073 MARSHALL PATRICIA M - 369 W Church Ave Masontown 15461-1651 -724 583-7073 MOORE EDWIN E JR - 107 Sabra Court Uniontown 15401-9729 - 724 970-2505 PETERMAN SANDRA M -110 Windy Ridge Ln Apt 3 Shelocta 15774 - 724 354-6026 REININGER LINDA L - 229 Davis St Johnstown 15906-1517 -814 539-1345 RUMMEL DALE E - 6171 Greenville Pike Grampian 15666-1959 -732 319-0099 RUPERT JACK - 409 State St Johnstown 15905-2642 - 814 322-7786 New Day ndash 814 535-8202 SHAFFER JUDITH A - PO Box 319 Donegal 15628-0319 - 724 516-9191 SHAULIS M ERIC- 25 Sixth Ave Meyersdale 15552-1444 -814 634-8740 SMITH A HARRISON -506 Sciandro Dr Greensburg 15601- 724837-4491 STEIN ROBERT R - PO Box 375 Chalk Hill 15421-0375 - 724 438-2226 SWICK MICHAEL R - 4127 Greenville Rd Meyersdale 15552-8518 -814 634-8158 WALKER JUDY M -425 Morningside Ave Jeannette 15644 - 724 522-5260 WALKER LARRY E - 425 Morningside Ave Jeannette 15644 - 724 522-5260 WHIPPLE CHARLES D - 317 Wyoming St Greensburg 15601-3947 -724 600-6332 WESTLAKE ELVA JEAN -436 Pony Farm Rd Kittanning 16201-4639-724 548-4901 WILLOUGHBY CAROLYN S-207 Churchill St Johnstown 15904-814 266-9758 YOUNG FRANK P ndash 105 Old Hickory Lane Johnston 15905-3377 ndash 814-418-5930
LICENSED
DERCK JOY E - 3089 Dutch Run Rd Shelocta 15774-2224 - 724 354-3386 DERMER JOANN - 3062 Hyndman Rd Hyndman 15545 - 814 842-6489 HILER GARY W - 228 Baltzer Bridge Rd Friedens 15541-6320 - 814 267-6722 ISHMAN DANIEL R - 116 Todd Rd Freeport 16229 - 724 540-5214 MARSZALEK CHERYL A - 409 Herman Ave Wilmerding 15148-1206 - 412 551-6422 SHAFFER ABBY R -(office) 115 Spring Rd Hollsopple 15935-7412 - 814 479-2181 YOST ERIC W ndash 1009 First Street Windber PA 15963 ndash 814-467-0882
LAY SPEAKER RAMER DONNA L -102 Franklin Dr Greensburg 15601-1305-724 836-0594
Thanks very much for keeping the reports coming in The NEW Form B that comes from the Yearbook Office in Elgin and updates contact information about your congregationrsquos board or leadership team chair the treasurer a deacon contact and a number of other contact persons will be coming to congregations and contact persons soon Please be sure to review the material provided on Form B and make updates as they are needed Complete addresses and phone numbers are appreciated as well as email addresses if they are available The Additional Officers
Form for 2016 will be sent from the District Office soon
In addition the Congregational Outreach Form for 20162017 has been sent from the COB Stewardship Office and is due by December 1 2016 If you have a question you will need to contact the Stewardship Office at 800-323-8039 ext 361 A downloadable version of the form as well as a new fillable option is also available at wwwbrethrenorgstewardship Feel free to use that option in order to switch to paperless reporting
The forms listed below were received in the District Office as of November 20 ALL of these informational forms are important to both the district and the denomination The updated forms are sent to Elgin and they provide a copy for the District Office If you have a question about a form please donrsquot hesitate to contact Tina at 814 479-2181 or toll free 1-866-279-2181 Your prompt attention to this task will be appreciated Thanks
Church Code
Church Name
Form A
Form B
2015 Statistical Report
Additional Officers
Self-Allocation
37-010 Arbutus
37-015 Beachdale
37-020 Bear Run
37-030 Berkey
37-050 Bethel
37-060 Brothersvalley
37-068 Canaan
37-070 Center
37-080 Center Hill
37-090 Conemaugh
37-100 Connellsville
37-110 County Line
37-130 Elbethel
37-140 Erie Community United
37-150 Fairchance
37-160 Fair View
37-170 Farmington Bethel
37-190 Geiger
37-195 Good Samaritan
37-200 Greensburg
37-210 Greenville
37-220 Hooversville
37-230 Hostetler
37-240 Hyndman
37-250 Indiana
37-310 Ligonier First
37-320 Locust Grove
37-340 Maple Glen
37-350 Maple Grove
37-360 Maple Spring
37-380 Meyersdale
37-390 Middlecreek
37-400 Monroeville
37-410 Montgomery
Church Code
Church Name
Form A
Form B
2015 Statistical Report
Additional Officers
Self-Allocation
37-260 Morrellville
37-420 Mount Joy
37-430 Mount Pleasant
37-270 Moxham
37-440 Nanty Glo
37-450 Natrona Heights
37-460 Oakdale
37-470 Penn Run
37-475 Pike Run
37-480 Pleasant Hill
37-500 Plumcreek
37-505 Purchase Line
37-508 Rayman
37-510 Robinson
37-520 Rockton
37-530 Rockwood
37-280 Roxbury
37-540 Rummel
37-550 Salisbury
37-560 Scalp Level
37-570 Shade CreekRidge
37-580 Sipesville
37-590 Somerset
37-620 Ten Mile
37-630 Tire Hill
37-635 Union Chapel
37-640 Uniontown
37-290 Walnut Grove
37-645 Way of Hope
37-300 Westmont
37-650 Windber
37-660 Wooddale
2016 District Events and Meetings
This calendar will be updated as we receive dates from your groups please send your important dates to the District Office
ASAP to insure they will be on the District Calendar Thank you EVENTS ARE CODED AS
District Events open for anyone in the District to attend - CAPS Meetings such as District Leadership Team Camp Board Home Trustees and events beyond the District - small print Youth and Childrenrsquos Activities -ITALICS amp CAPS
SUGGESTIONS FOR USE KEEP FOR REFERENCE WHEN SETTING LOCAL CHURCH DATES Each month check this page in District HIGHLIGHTS for changesadditions Keep your calendar updated
DECEMBER 2016
4 - SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT
10 - CHILDRENrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY ndash Camp Harmony ndash more information to come
11 - THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT
18 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT
19 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
25 - MERRY CHIRSTMAS
26 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
31 - NEW YEARrsquoS EVE
2017 District Events and Meetings
This calendar will be updated as we receive dates from your groups please send your important dates to the District Office
ASAP to insure they will be on the District Calendar Thank you EVENTS ARE CODED AS
District Events open for anyone in the District to attend - CAPS Meetings such as District Leadership Team Camp Board Home Trustees and events beyond the District - small print Youth and Childrenrsquos Activities - ITALICS amp CAPS
SUGGESTIONS FOR USE KEEP FOR REFERENCE WHEN SETTING LOCAL CHURCH DATES Each month check this page in District HIGHLIGHTS for changesadditions Keep your calendar updated
JANUARY 2017
1 - HAPPY NEW YEAR
8 - EPIPHANY
18-25 - WEEK OF PRAYER FOR CHRISTIAN UNITY
30 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
FEBRUARY 2017
9 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
18 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
20 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
MARCH 2017
1 - ASH WEDNESDAY
3 - WORLD DAY OF PRAYER
5 - FIRST SUNDAY OF LENT
12 - DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME BEGINS (Turn clocks AHEAD one hour)
12 - SECOND SUNDAY OF LENT
19 - THIRD SUNDAY OF LENT
20 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
26 - ONE GREAT HOUR OF SHARING
26 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF LENT
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
APRIL 2017
2 - FIFTH SUNDAY OF LENT
9 - PALM SUNDAY
13 - MAUNDY THURSDAY
14 - GOOD FRIDAY
16 - ALLELUIA CHRIST IS RISEN
17 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
22 - Earth Day
24 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
MAY 2017
4 - NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER
7 - NATIONAL YOUTH SUNDAY
5-6 - District Womenrsquos Retreat ndash Camp Harmony
11 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
14 - HAPPY MOTHERrsquoS DAY
20 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
22 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
25 - ASCENSION DAY
29 - MEMORIAL DAY
29 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
JUNE 2017
4 - HAPPY BIRTHDAY CHURCH (Pentecost Sunday)
4 - Annual Conference Briefing Geiger COB
18 - HAPPY FATHERrsquoS DAY
19 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
26 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
28 -ANNUAL CONFERENCE (begins) Grand Rapids Michigan
JULY 2017
2 - ANNUAL CONFERENCE (concludes) Greensboro North Carolina
4 - INDEPENDENCE DAY
20 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm - Beachley Residence (District Conference Business)
24 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
28 - District Leadership Team 6 pm Arbutus Church (District Conference Business)
31 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
AUGUST 2017
21 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
28 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
SEPTEMBER 2017
4 - LABOR DAY
14 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
16 - CAMP HARMONY FESTIVAL
18 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
21 - DAY OF PRAYER FOR PEACE
23 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
25 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
OCTOBER 2017
1 - WORLD COMMUNION SUNDAY
21 - District Conference 9 am Camp Harmony
23 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
30 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
NOVEMBER 2017
4 - ELEVENTH ANNUAL DISTRICT AUCTION 9 am Camp Harmony
5 - DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME ENDS (Turn clocks BACK one hour)
9 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
18 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
20 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
23 - HAPPY THANKSGIVING
26 - FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
DECEMBER 2017
3 - SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT
9 - CHILDRENrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY ndash Camp Harmony ndash more information to come
10 - THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT
17 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT
18 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
25 - MERRY CHIRSTMAS
- Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
31 - NEW YEARrsquoS EVE
PLEASE NOTE Dates will be added or changed as needed If your District group team or committee has additions or changes to this calendar please contact the District Office as soon as possible Your help is much appreciated
Understanding Our American
Muslim Neighbors
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center Continuing Education Series
Islam is the fastest growing religion in the US and this event is designed to introduce our American Muslim neighbors so that we might begin to love them as Jesus commanded Participants will visit some of our Muslim neighbors at a local mosque The presenter George Pickens has been teaching Islam and Christian witness among Muslims for over 25 years first in Africa where he spent 14 years and currently at Messiah College where he is Professor of Theology and Director of the Program in Peace and Conflict Studies George is actively involved in building positive relations with Muslims in the Capital Region of central Pennsylvania and he is a member of the Mechanicsburg (PA) Church of the Brethren and an ordained minister in the Church of the Brethren
Cost is $5500 (includes light breakfast lunch and 07 CEUrsquos) If 3 or more register from the same congregation cost is $35person If possible please register all from congregation at the same time Registration will cap at 35 participants so please register early
Registration deadline March 10 2017
Mail completed registration form and payment for American Mus1im
Neighbors to
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center
One Alpha DriveElizabethtown PA 17022
Make checks payable to SVMC
Questions Contact us at717-361-1450
REG ISTRATION FORM
Name
Address
PhoneE-mail
Congregation District
Where did you hear about this event
Other dietary restrictionsMeat or vegetarian lunch
Led by George Pickens
March 25 2017 900 am - 500 pm
Mechanicsburg Church of the Brethren
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Mail completed registration form and payment for Art for Worship to
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center
One Alpha DriveElizabethtown PA 17022
Make checks payable to SVMC
Questions
Contact us at717-361-1450
svmcetownedu
REG ISTRATION FORM
NameAre you over 18
Address
PhoneE-mail
Congregation District
Where did you hear about this event
Other dietary restrictionsMeat or vegetarian lunch
Art for WorshipReimaginingReimagining
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center Continuing Education Program presents
March 18 2017Lititz Church of the Brethren900 am - 400 pm
Like the choral anthem the message the prayers and rituals liturgical art enhances the worship experience Each element is meant to awaken us and open our hearts to God The spiritual disciplines that go into sermon writingmdashprayer meditation study and reflectionmdashcan also be used to create liturgical art This kind of art-marking can be called ldquoco-creationrdquo for one creates in partnership with The Creator in a process that is itself an act of worship This workshop will explore fresh possibilities for art in liturgical spaces and lead participants through a process for ldquoco-creatingrdquo art themselves
Cost $65 (includes light breakfast lunch materials fee and 06 CEUs)Registration deadline March 3 2017
Led by Diane BrandtLed by Diane Brandt
ldquoThe Ascending Dancerdquo by Diane Brandt
Diane Brandt is Minister of Visual Arts at St Peterrsquos United Church of Christ in Lancaster PA
Yes
No
A ministry of the Church of the Brethren
1414 Plank Road P O Box 158
Hooversville PA 15936-0158 E-mail harmonycampharmonyorg
httpwwwcampharmonyorg
(814) 798-5885 FAX (814) 798-2225
ldquoThe Church of the Brethren should be absolutely fearless absurdly happy and always
getting into trouble for Jesusrdquo Quote from Dan Westhellip
FUTURE EVENTS
Faith Promise Benefit Dinner ndash December 3 ndash 500 PM ndash Call Camp to register
Alutiig Training ndash December 4 - 16
Childrenrsquos Christmas Party ndash December 10 ndash 900 AM - Call the District Office to register
Welcome to Bethlehem ndash December 10 ndash Greenhouse Park
Salix Bethel Youth Retreat ndash January 13 ndash 15
Cub Scout Retreat ndash January 21
Winter Youth Retreats
Junior Retreat ndash Grades 3 ndash 6 ndash January 27 ndash 29 2017
Teen Retreat ndash Grades 7 ndash 12 ndash February 3 ndash 5 2017
HERITAGE LODGE (oldest and last remaining original building at Camp) ROOF
UPDATE
Thank you volunteers for all your help on repairing and getting the roof ready for the metal roof
Camp has contracted with Kaufman Metals to put on the metal which puts the roof under
warranty Also we thank everyone for all the financial donations for the initial stage of the roof
and a congregation for their donation so Camp could contract for placement of the metal When
we all work together ndash all things are possible THANK YOU The roof is scheduled to be
put on the end of November andor the beginning of December
2016 ldquo52 GOD BLESS YOU TEAMrdquo
As more and more families are blessed they contribute $100 a week or $5200 to Camp so that
the ministry can bless others Join the 2016 team The original premise was that if all the families
in the District contributed $52 the mortgage could be eliminated The 2016 Team includes 60
families and congregations who have contributed $3700 Thank you so much for your
donationshelliphellip
Watch for the end of the year Camp Harmony newsletters They will be distributed soon
ldquoInviting all people to experience the wonder of
creation and find harmony with God with nature and
with one another
CAMP HARMONY
2 youth weekends
CampHarmonyorg
8147985885
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January 27-29
Junior Retreat - Grades 3-6
February 3-5
Teen Retreat - Grades 7-12
Camper Name_____________________________________
Gender __M __F Birthdate_________ Current Grade ____
Parent or Legal Guardian(s) Names
_______________________________________________
Mailing Address___________________________________
City__________________ State ______ Zip __________
Email Address____________________________________
Home Phone______________________________________
Emergency Phone__________________________________
Special Instructions_______________________________
Is this your first time Camp Harmony ___Yes ___No
Which Retreat are you Registering For
Junior (grades 3-6) Teen (Grades 7-12)
January 27-29 2017 February 3-5 2017
Please complete if your church is paying a portion of the fee
Church name______________________________________
The church will be paying $_____ of the registration fee
Authorized Signature (Required Pastor or Camp Rep)
________________________________________________
In signing this application I grant permission for my child to attend Camp Harmony and for Camp
Harmony to use images (photo video etc) of my child and members of my family in camp publicity
(print ads internet including social networking sites etc) I waive the right to inspect or approve
images for such purposes I also acknowledge that by their very nature outdoor and camping ac-
tivities involve some risk of injury I understand also that although the camp has taken precau-
tions to provide proper supervision instruction training and equipment for each activity it is
impossible for the camp to guarantee absolute safety I further understand that participation in
these activities is voluntary and waive any claim that may arise against the camp andor employees
as a result of participation in the program except for those that are a direct result of gross
negligence of the camp or its employees
______________________________________________________________ Parent or Legal Guardian Signature Date
If you canrsquot wait until next summer to come back to camp
this is the retreat for you During our winter retreats at
Camp Harmony we do many of our favorite activities from
summer including crafts worship games and Bible lessons
Plus wersquoll get to go sledding and play in the snow Each
weekend is designed to strengthen your faith in Christ and
grow in your walk with Him We canrsquot wait to see you at Camp
Harmony
Registration Friday Evening 7-8 pm
Pick up Sunday Afternoon 2 pm
Cost $100 per camper
Things to bring
Bedding money for store amp offering towel amp toiletries
seasonal clothing including extra shoes and socks Bible
All of your FRIENDS
How to Register
Mail your completed registration form (one per camper) and
a $25 non-refundable deposit to
Camp Harmony Winter Retreats
PO Box 158
1414 Plank Road
Hooversville PA 15936
Payments can be made by cash check or credit card We
recommend full prepayment to reduce time in registration
line Registrations received less than one week from be-
ginning of retreat date will be charged a $15 late fee
Have questions or need more information
8147985885
programcampharmonyorg
AVAILABLE SPEAKERS LIST
January 2017 ORDAINED
ABRAHAM FARREL ndash 4315 Seton Dr Pittsburgh 15227-1245 ndash 412-979-0067 BALDEO ISAAC - 4555 Glen Eden Rd Cranberry Twp 16066-3001 -724 452-0923 BAUGHMAN CARL L - 130 Homewood Dr Butler 16001-1960 -724 283-1051 BERKEBILE WES J ndash 4285 State Route 208 New Wilmington 16142 ndash 724-901-7058 BROADWATER KEVIN L - 475 Keystone St Meyersdale 15552-6943 - 814 442-5684 CHRISTNER JAY L ndash 313 N Edgewood Ave Somerset 15501-1355 ndash 814-445-4223 DEFFENBAUGH BARRON K - 207 Churchill St Johnstown 15904 - 814 266-9758 DERR AMELIA ndash 1202 Roberts Street Nanty Glo 15943-1325 ndash 814-749-0262 DERR HORACE - 1202 Roberts Street Nanty Glo 15943-1325 ndash 814-749-0262 EASH JOHN E - 131 Friendship Ln Hollsopple 15935-6732 - 814 629-0206 GREEN GARY ndash 4589 Somerset Pike Hollsopple 15935-8217 ndash 814-479-5096 GREW DOTTIE H - 509 Sherman St Meyersdale 15552-1239 - 814 634-5329 HAY CHARLES R - 1127 E Main St Berlin 15530-1428-814 267-3205 HIRONIMUS BERTHA - 142 Bent Tree Hill Ligonier 15658-3202 -724 238-3984 HOUGHTON JAMES E - 124 Lindberg Ave Johnstown 15905-3019 -814 255-2431 HOUGHTON SALLY M - 124 Lindberg Ave Johnstown 15905-3019 -814 255-2431 KABLER ERIC P - 126 Clermont St Johnstown 15904-2132 - 814 266-2734 KENSINGER JAMES M - 329 Spackman St Seward 15954-3117 - 814 446-1088 LONGWELL ERIC M -240 Plumcreek Rd Shelocta 15774- 724 599-8690 MANGES JOHN W ndash 137 Catskill Ln Johnstown 15904-7523 MARSHALL HOMER H - 369 W Church Ave Masontown 15461-1651 -724 583-7073 MARSHALL PATRICIA M - 369 W Church Ave Masontown 15461-1651 -724 583-7073 MOORE EDWIN E JR - 107 Sabra Court Uniontown 15401-9729 - 724 970-2505 PETERMAN SANDRA M -110 Windy Ridge Ln Apt 3 Shelocta 15774 - 724 354-6026 REININGER LINDA L - 229 Davis St Johnstown 15906-1517 -814 539-1345 RUMMEL DALE E - 6171 Greenville Pike Grampian 15666-1959 -732 319-0099 RUPERT JACK - 409 State St Johnstown 15905-2642 - 814 322-7786 New Day ndash 814 535-8202 SHAFFER JUDITH A - PO Box 319 Donegal 15628-0319 - 724 516-9191 SHAULIS M ERIC- 25 Sixth Ave Meyersdale 15552-1444 -814 634-8740 SMITH A HARRISON -506 Sciandro Dr Greensburg 15601- 724837-4491 STEIN ROBERT R - PO Box 375 Chalk Hill 15421-0375 - 724 438-2226 SWICK MICHAEL R - 4127 Greenville Rd Meyersdale 15552-8518 -814 634-8158 WALKER JUDY M -425 Morningside Ave Jeannette 15644 - 724 522-5260 WALKER LARRY E - 425 Morningside Ave Jeannette 15644 - 724 522-5260 WHIPPLE CHARLES D - 317 Wyoming St Greensburg 15601-3947 -724 600-6332 WESTLAKE ELVA JEAN -436 Pony Farm Rd Kittanning 16201-4639-724 548-4901 WILLOUGHBY CAROLYN S-207 Churchill St Johnstown 15904-814 266-9758 YOUNG FRANK P ndash 105 Old Hickory Lane Johnston 15905-3377 ndash 814-418-5930
LICENSED
DERCK JOY E - 3089 Dutch Run Rd Shelocta 15774-2224 - 724 354-3386 DERMER JOANN - 3062 Hyndman Rd Hyndman 15545 - 814 842-6489 HILER GARY W - 228 Baltzer Bridge Rd Friedens 15541-6320 - 814 267-6722 ISHMAN DANIEL R - 116 Todd Rd Freeport 16229 - 724 540-5214 MARSZALEK CHERYL A - 409 Herman Ave Wilmerding 15148-1206 - 412 551-6422 SHAFFER ABBY R -(office) 115 Spring Rd Hollsopple 15935-7412 - 814 479-2181 YOST ERIC W ndash 1009 First Street Windber PA 15963 ndash 814-467-0882
LAY SPEAKER RAMER DONNA L -102 Franklin Dr Greensburg 15601-1305-724 836-0594
Thanks very much for keeping the reports coming in The NEW Form B that comes from the Yearbook Office in Elgin and updates contact information about your congregationrsquos board or leadership team chair the treasurer a deacon contact and a number of other contact persons will be coming to congregations and contact persons soon Please be sure to review the material provided on Form B and make updates as they are needed Complete addresses and phone numbers are appreciated as well as email addresses if they are available The Additional Officers
Form for 2016 will be sent from the District Office soon
In addition the Congregational Outreach Form for 20162017 has been sent from the COB Stewardship Office and is due by December 1 2016 If you have a question you will need to contact the Stewardship Office at 800-323-8039 ext 361 A downloadable version of the form as well as a new fillable option is also available at wwwbrethrenorgstewardship Feel free to use that option in order to switch to paperless reporting
The forms listed below were received in the District Office as of November 20 ALL of these informational forms are important to both the district and the denomination The updated forms are sent to Elgin and they provide a copy for the District Office If you have a question about a form please donrsquot hesitate to contact Tina at 814 479-2181 or toll free 1-866-279-2181 Your prompt attention to this task will be appreciated Thanks
Church Code
Church Name
Form A
Form B
2015 Statistical Report
Additional Officers
Self-Allocation
37-010 Arbutus
37-015 Beachdale
37-020 Bear Run
37-030 Berkey
37-050 Bethel
37-060 Brothersvalley
37-068 Canaan
37-070 Center
37-080 Center Hill
37-090 Conemaugh
37-100 Connellsville
37-110 County Line
37-130 Elbethel
37-140 Erie Community United
37-150 Fairchance
37-160 Fair View
37-170 Farmington Bethel
37-190 Geiger
37-195 Good Samaritan
37-200 Greensburg
37-210 Greenville
37-220 Hooversville
37-230 Hostetler
37-240 Hyndman
37-250 Indiana
37-310 Ligonier First
37-320 Locust Grove
37-340 Maple Glen
37-350 Maple Grove
37-360 Maple Spring
37-380 Meyersdale
37-390 Middlecreek
37-400 Monroeville
37-410 Montgomery
Church Code
Church Name
Form A
Form B
2015 Statistical Report
Additional Officers
Self-Allocation
37-260 Morrellville
37-420 Mount Joy
37-430 Mount Pleasant
37-270 Moxham
37-440 Nanty Glo
37-450 Natrona Heights
37-460 Oakdale
37-470 Penn Run
37-475 Pike Run
37-480 Pleasant Hill
37-500 Plumcreek
37-505 Purchase Line
37-508 Rayman
37-510 Robinson
37-520 Rockton
37-530 Rockwood
37-280 Roxbury
37-540 Rummel
37-550 Salisbury
37-560 Scalp Level
37-570 Shade CreekRidge
37-580 Sipesville
37-590 Somerset
37-620 Ten Mile
37-630 Tire Hill
37-635 Union Chapel
37-640 Uniontown
37-290 Walnut Grove
37-645 Way of Hope
37-300 Westmont
37-650 Windber
37-660 Wooddale
2016 District Events and Meetings
This calendar will be updated as we receive dates from your groups please send your important dates to the District Office
ASAP to insure they will be on the District Calendar Thank you EVENTS ARE CODED AS
District Events open for anyone in the District to attend - CAPS Meetings such as District Leadership Team Camp Board Home Trustees and events beyond the District - small print Youth and Childrenrsquos Activities -ITALICS amp CAPS
SUGGESTIONS FOR USE KEEP FOR REFERENCE WHEN SETTING LOCAL CHURCH DATES Each month check this page in District HIGHLIGHTS for changesadditions Keep your calendar updated
DECEMBER 2016
4 - SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT
10 - CHILDRENrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY ndash Camp Harmony ndash more information to come
11 - THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT
18 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT
19 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
25 - MERRY CHIRSTMAS
26 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
31 - NEW YEARrsquoS EVE
2017 District Events and Meetings
This calendar will be updated as we receive dates from your groups please send your important dates to the District Office
ASAP to insure they will be on the District Calendar Thank you EVENTS ARE CODED AS
District Events open for anyone in the District to attend - CAPS Meetings such as District Leadership Team Camp Board Home Trustees and events beyond the District - small print Youth and Childrenrsquos Activities - ITALICS amp CAPS
SUGGESTIONS FOR USE KEEP FOR REFERENCE WHEN SETTING LOCAL CHURCH DATES Each month check this page in District HIGHLIGHTS for changesadditions Keep your calendar updated
JANUARY 2017
1 - HAPPY NEW YEAR
8 - EPIPHANY
18-25 - WEEK OF PRAYER FOR CHRISTIAN UNITY
30 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
FEBRUARY 2017
9 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
18 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
20 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
MARCH 2017
1 - ASH WEDNESDAY
3 - WORLD DAY OF PRAYER
5 - FIRST SUNDAY OF LENT
12 - DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME BEGINS (Turn clocks AHEAD one hour)
12 - SECOND SUNDAY OF LENT
19 - THIRD SUNDAY OF LENT
20 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
26 - ONE GREAT HOUR OF SHARING
26 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF LENT
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
APRIL 2017
2 - FIFTH SUNDAY OF LENT
9 - PALM SUNDAY
13 - MAUNDY THURSDAY
14 - GOOD FRIDAY
16 - ALLELUIA CHRIST IS RISEN
17 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
22 - Earth Day
24 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
MAY 2017
4 - NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER
7 - NATIONAL YOUTH SUNDAY
5-6 - District Womenrsquos Retreat ndash Camp Harmony
11 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
14 - HAPPY MOTHERrsquoS DAY
20 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
22 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
25 - ASCENSION DAY
29 - MEMORIAL DAY
29 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
JUNE 2017
4 - HAPPY BIRTHDAY CHURCH (Pentecost Sunday)
4 - Annual Conference Briefing Geiger COB
18 - HAPPY FATHERrsquoS DAY
19 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
26 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
28 -ANNUAL CONFERENCE (begins) Grand Rapids Michigan
JULY 2017
2 - ANNUAL CONFERENCE (concludes) Greensboro North Carolina
4 - INDEPENDENCE DAY
20 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm - Beachley Residence (District Conference Business)
24 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
28 - District Leadership Team 6 pm Arbutus Church (District Conference Business)
31 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
AUGUST 2017
21 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
28 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
SEPTEMBER 2017
4 - LABOR DAY
14 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
16 - CAMP HARMONY FESTIVAL
18 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
21 - DAY OF PRAYER FOR PEACE
23 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
25 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
OCTOBER 2017
1 - WORLD COMMUNION SUNDAY
21 - District Conference 9 am Camp Harmony
23 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
30 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
NOVEMBER 2017
4 - ELEVENTH ANNUAL DISTRICT AUCTION 9 am Camp Harmony
5 - DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME ENDS (Turn clocks BACK one hour)
9 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
18 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
20 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
23 - HAPPY THANKSGIVING
26 - FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
DECEMBER 2017
3 - SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT
9 - CHILDRENrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY ndash Camp Harmony ndash more information to come
10 - THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT
17 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT
18 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
25 - MERRY CHIRSTMAS
- Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
31 - NEW YEARrsquoS EVE
PLEASE NOTE Dates will be added or changed as needed If your District group team or committee has additions or changes to this calendar please contact the District Office as soon as possible Your help is much appreciated
Mail completed registration form and payment for Art for Worship to
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center
One Alpha DriveElizabethtown PA 17022
Make checks payable to SVMC
Questions
Contact us at717-361-1450
svmcetownedu
REG ISTRATION FORM
NameAre you over 18
Address
PhoneE-mail
Congregation District
Where did you hear about this event
Other dietary restrictionsMeat or vegetarian lunch
Art for WorshipReimaginingReimagining
Susquehanna Valley Ministry Center Continuing Education Program presents
March 18 2017Lititz Church of the Brethren900 am - 400 pm
Like the choral anthem the message the prayers and rituals liturgical art enhances the worship experience Each element is meant to awaken us and open our hearts to God The spiritual disciplines that go into sermon writingmdashprayer meditation study and reflectionmdashcan also be used to create liturgical art This kind of art-marking can be called ldquoco-creationrdquo for one creates in partnership with The Creator in a process that is itself an act of worship This workshop will explore fresh possibilities for art in liturgical spaces and lead participants through a process for ldquoco-creatingrdquo art themselves
Cost $65 (includes light breakfast lunch materials fee and 06 CEUs)Registration deadline March 3 2017
Led by Diane BrandtLed by Diane Brandt
ldquoThe Ascending Dancerdquo by Diane Brandt
Diane Brandt is Minister of Visual Arts at St Peterrsquos United Church of Christ in Lancaster PA
Yes
No
A ministry of the Church of the Brethren
1414 Plank Road P O Box 158
Hooversville PA 15936-0158 E-mail harmonycampharmonyorg
httpwwwcampharmonyorg
(814) 798-5885 FAX (814) 798-2225
ldquoThe Church of the Brethren should be absolutely fearless absurdly happy and always
getting into trouble for Jesusrdquo Quote from Dan Westhellip
FUTURE EVENTS
Faith Promise Benefit Dinner ndash December 3 ndash 500 PM ndash Call Camp to register
Alutiig Training ndash December 4 - 16
Childrenrsquos Christmas Party ndash December 10 ndash 900 AM - Call the District Office to register
Welcome to Bethlehem ndash December 10 ndash Greenhouse Park
Salix Bethel Youth Retreat ndash January 13 ndash 15
Cub Scout Retreat ndash January 21
Winter Youth Retreats
Junior Retreat ndash Grades 3 ndash 6 ndash January 27 ndash 29 2017
Teen Retreat ndash Grades 7 ndash 12 ndash February 3 ndash 5 2017
HERITAGE LODGE (oldest and last remaining original building at Camp) ROOF
UPDATE
Thank you volunteers for all your help on repairing and getting the roof ready for the metal roof
Camp has contracted with Kaufman Metals to put on the metal which puts the roof under
warranty Also we thank everyone for all the financial donations for the initial stage of the roof
and a congregation for their donation so Camp could contract for placement of the metal When
we all work together ndash all things are possible THANK YOU The roof is scheduled to be
put on the end of November andor the beginning of December
2016 ldquo52 GOD BLESS YOU TEAMrdquo
As more and more families are blessed they contribute $100 a week or $5200 to Camp so that
the ministry can bless others Join the 2016 team The original premise was that if all the families
in the District contributed $52 the mortgage could be eliminated The 2016 Team includes 60
families and congregations who have contributed $3700 Thank you so much for your
donationshelliphellip
Watch for the end of the year Camp Harmony newsletters They will be distributed soon
ldquoInviting all people to experience the wonder of
creation and find harmony with God with nature and
with one another
CAMP HARMONY
2 youth weekends
CampHarmonyorg
8147985885
Cam
p H
arm
on
y
PO
B
ox
15
8
14
14
P
lan
k R
oad
Ho
oversvil
le P
A 15
93
6
2 Youth Weekends
January 27-29
Junior Retreat - Grades 3-6
February 3-5
Teen Retreat - Grades 7-12
Camper Name_____________________________________
Gender __M __F Birthdate_________ Current Grade ____
Parent or Legal Guardian(s) Names
_______________________________________________
Mailing Address___________________________________
City__________________ State ______ Zip __________
Email Address____________________________________
Home Phone______________________________________
Emergency Phone__________________________________
Special Instructions_______________________________
Is this your first time Camp Harmony ___Yes ___No
Which Retreat are you Registering For
Junior (grades 3-6) Teen (Grades 7-12)
January 27-29 2017 February 3-5 2017
Please complete if your church is paying a portion of the fee
Church name______________________________________
The church will be paying $_____ of the registration fee
Authorized Signature (Required Pastor or Camp Rep)
________________________________________________
In signing this application I grant permission for my child to attend Camp Harmony and for Camp
Harmony to use images (photo video etc) of my child and members of my family in camp publicity
(print ads internet including social networking sites etc) I waive the right to inspect or approve
images for such purposes I also acknowledge that by their very nature outdoor and camping ac-
tivities involve some risk of injury I understand also that although the camp has taken precau-
tions to provide proper supervision instruction training and equipment for each activity it is
impossible for the camp to guarantee absolute safety I further understand that participation in
these activities is voluntary and waive any claim that may arise against the camp andor employees
as a result of participation in the program except for those that are a direct result of gross
negligence of the camp or its employees
______________________________________________________________ Parent or Legal Guardian Signature Date
If you canrsquot wait until next summer to come back to camp
this is the retreat for you During our winter retreats at
Camp Harmony we do many of our favorite activities from
summer including crafts worship games and Bible lessons
Plus wersquoll get to go sledding and play in the snow Each
weekend is designed to strengthen your faith in Christ and
grow in your walk with Him We canrsquot wait to see you at Camp
Harmony
Registration Friday Evening 7-8 pm
Pick up Sunday Afternoon 2 pm
Cost $100 per camper
Things to bring
Bedding money for store amp offering towel amp toiletries
seasonal clothing including extra shoes and socks Bible
All of your FRIENDS
How to Register
Mail your completed registration form (one per camper) and
a $25 non-refundable deposit to
Camp Harmony Winter Retreats
PO Box 158
1414 Plank Road
Hooversville PA 15936
Payments can be made by cash check or credit card We
recommend full prepayment to reduce time in registration
line Registrations received less than one week from be-
ginning of retreat date will be charged a $15 late fee
Have questions or need more information
8147985885
programcampharmonyorg
AVAILABLE SPEAKERS LIST
January 2017 ORDAINED
ABRAHAM FARREL ndash 4315 Seton Dr Pittsburgh 15227-1245 ndash 412-979-0067 BALDEO ISAAC - 4555 Glen Eden Rd Cranberry Twp 16066-3001 -724 452-0923 BAUGHMAN CARL L - 130 Homewood Dr Butler 16001-1960 -724 283-1051 BERKEBILE WES J ndash 4285 State Route 208 New Wilmington 16142 ndash 724-901-7058 BROADWATER KEVIN L - 475 Keystone St Meyersdale 15552-6943 - 814 442-5684 CHRISTNER JAY L ndash 313 N Edgewood Ave Somerset 15501-1355 ndash 814-445-4223 DEFFENBAUGH BARRON K - 207 Churchill St Johnstown 15904 - 814 266-9758 DERR AMELIA ndash 1202 Roberts Street Nanty Glo 15943-1325 ndash 814-749-0262 DERR HORACE - 1202 Roberts Street Nanty Glo 15943-1325 ndash 814-749-0262 EASH JOHN E - 131 Friendship Ln Hollsopple 15935-6732 - 814 629-0206 GREEN GARY ndash 4589 Somerset Pike Hollsopple 15935-8217 ndash 814-479-5096 GREW DOTTIE H - 509 Sherman St Meyersdale 15552-1239 - 814 634-5329 HAY CHARLES R - 1127 E Main St Berlin 15530-1428-814 267-3205 HIRONIMUS BERTHA - 142 Bent Tree Hill Ligonier 15658-3202 -724 238-3984 HOUGHTON JAMES E - 124 Lindberg Ave Johnstown 15905-3019 -814 255-2431 HOUGHTON SALLY M - 124 Lindberg Ave Johnstown 15905-3019 -814 255-2431 KABLER ERIC P - 126 Clermont St Johnstown 15904-2132 - 814 266-2734 KENSINGER JAMES M - 329 Spackman St Seward 15954-3117 - 814 446-1088 LONGWELL ERIC M -240 Plumcreek Rd Shelocta 15774- 724 599-8690 MANGES JOHN W ndash 137 Catskill Ln Johnstown 15904-7523 MARSHALL HOMER H - 369 W Church Ave Masontown 15461-1651 -724 583-7073 MARSHALL PATRICIA M - 369 W Church Ave Masontown 15461-1651 -724 583-7073 MOORE EDWIN E JR - 107 Sabra Court Uniontown 15401-9729 - 724 970-2505 PETERMAN SANDRA M -110 Windy Ridge Ln Apt 3 Shelocta 15774 - 724 354-6026 REININGER LINDA L - 229 Davis St Johnstown 15906-1517 -814 539-1345 RUMMEL DALE E - 6171 Greenville Pike Grampian 15666-1959 -732 319-0099 RUPERT JACK - 409 State St Johnstown 15905-2642 - 814 322-7786 New Day ndash 814 535-8202 SHAFFER JUDITH A - PO Box 319 Donegal 15628-0319 - 724 516-9191 SHAULIS M ERIC- 25 Sixth Ave Meyersdale 15552-1444 -814 634-8740 SMITH A HARRISON -506 Sciandro Dr Greensburg 15601- 724837-4491 STEIN ROBERT R - PO Box 375 Chalk Hill 15421-0375 - 724 438-2226 SWICK MICHAEL R - 4127 Greenville Rd Meyersdale 15552-8518 -814 634-8158 WALKER JUDY M -425 Morningside Ave Jeannette 15644 - 724 522-5260 WALKER LARRY E - 425 Morningside Ave Jeannette 15644 - 724 522-5260 WHIPPLE CHARLES D - 317 Wyoming St Greensburg 15601-3947 -724 600-6332 WESTLAKE ELVA JEAN -436 Pony Farm Rd Kittanning 16201-4639-724 548-4901 WILLOUGHBY CAROLYN S-207 Churchill St Johnstown 15904-814 266-9758 YOUNG FRANK P ndash 105 Old Hickory Lane Johnston 15905-3377 ndash 814-418-5930
LICENSED
DERCK JOY E - 3089 Dutch Run Rd Shelocta 15774-2224 - 724 354-3386 DERMER JOANN - 3062 Hyndman Rd Hyndman 15545 - 814 842-6489 HILER GARY W - 228 Baltzer Bridge Rd Friedens 15541-6320 - 814 267-6722 ISHMAN DANIEL R - 116 Todd Rd Freeport 16229 - 724 540-5214 MARSZALEK CHERYL A - 409 Herman Ave Wilmerding 15148-1206 - 412 551-6422 SHAFFER ABBY R -(office) 115 Spring Rd Hollsopple 15935-7412 - 814 479-2181 YOST ERIC W ndash 1009 First Street Windber PA 15963 ndash 814-467-0882
LAY SPEAKER RAMER DONNA L -102 Franklin Dr Greensburg 15601-1305-724 836-0594
Thanks very much for keeping the reports coming in The NEW Form B that comes from the Yearbook Office in Elgin and updates contact information about your congregationrsquos board or leadership team chair the treasurer a deacon contact and a number of other contact persons will be coming to congregations and contact persons soon Please be sure to review the material provided on Form B and make updates as they are needed Complete addresses and phone numbers are appreciated as well as email addresses if they are available The Additional Officers
Form for 2016 will be sent from the District Office soon
In addition the Congregational Outreach Form for 20162017 has been sent from the COB Stewardship Office and is due by December 1 2016 If you have a question you will need to contact the Stewardship Office at 800-323-8039 ext 361 A downloadable version of the form as well as a new fillable option is also available at wwwbrethrenorgstewardship Feel free to use that option in order to switch to paperless reporting
The forms listed below were received in the District Office as of November 20 ALL of these informational forms are important to both the district and the denomination The updated forms are sent to Elgin and they provide a copy for the District Office If you have a question about a form please donrsquot hesitate to contact Tina at 814 479-2181 or toll free 1-866-279-2181 Your prompt attention to this task will be appreciated Thanks
Church Code
Church Name
Form A
Form B
2015 Statistical Report
Additional Officers
Self-Allocation
37-010 Arbutus
37-015 Beachdale
37-020 Bear Run
37-030 Berkey
37-050 Bethel
37-060 Brothersvalley
37-068 Canaan
37-070 Center
37-080 Center Hill
37-090 Conemaugh
37-100 Connellsville
37-110 County Line
37-130 Elbethel
37-140 Erie Community United
37-150 Fairchance
37-160 Fair View
37-170 Farmington Bethel
37-190 Geiger
37-195 Good Samaritan
37-200 Greensburg
37-210 Greenville
37-220 Hooversville
37-230 Hostetler
37-240 Hyndman
37-250 Indiana
37-310 Ligonier First
37-320 Locust Grove
37-340 Maple Glen
37-350 Maple Grove
37-360 Maple Spring
37-380 Meyersdale
37-390 Middlecreek
37-400 Monroeville
37-410 Montgomery
Church Code
Church Name
Form A
Form B
2015 Statistical Report
Additional Officers
Self-Allocation
37-260 Morrellville
37-420 Mount Joy
37-430 Mount Pleasant
37-270 Moxham
37-440 Nanty Glo
37-450 Natrona Heights
37-460 Oakdale
37-470 Penn Run
37-475 Pike Run
37-480 Pleasant Hill
37-500 Plumcreek
37-505 Purchase Line
37-508 Rayman
37-510 Robinson
37-520 Rockton
37-530 Rockwood
37-280 Roxbury
37-540 Rummel
37-550 Salisbury
37-560 Scalp Level
37-570 Shade CreekRidge
37-580 Sipesville
37-590 Somerset
37-620 Ten Mile
37-630 Tire Hill
37-635 Union Chapel
37-640 Uniontown
37-290 Walnut Grove
37-645 Way of Hope
37-300 Westmont
37-650 Windber
37-660 Wooddale
2016 District Events and Meetings
This calendar will be updated as we receive dates from your groups please send your important dates to the District Office
ASAP to insure they will be on the District Calendar Thank you EVENTS ARE CODED AS
District Events open for anyone in the District to attend - CAPS Meetings such as District Leadership Team Camp Board Home Trustees and events beyond the District - small print Youth and Childrenrsquos Activities -ITALICS amp CAPS
SUGGESTIONS FOR USE KEEP FOR REFERENCE WHEN SETTING LOCAL CHURCH DATES Each month check this page in District HIGHLIGHTS for changesadditions Keep your calendar updated
DECEMBER 2016
4 - SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT
10 - CHILDRENrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY ndash Camp Harmony ndash more information to come
11 - THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT
18 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT
19 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
25 - MERRY CHIRSTMAS
26 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
31 - NEW YEARrsquoS EVE
2017 District Events and Meetings
This calendar will be updated as we receive dates from your groups please send your important dates to the District Office
ASAP to insure they will be on the District Calendar Thank you EVENTS ARE CODED AS
District Events open for anyone in the District to attend - CAPS Meetings such as District Leadership Team Camp Board Home Trustees and events beyond the District - small print Youth and Childrenrsquos Activities - ITALICS amp CAPS
SUGGESTIONS FOR USE KEEP FOR REFERENCE WHEN SETTING LOCAL CHURCH DATES Each month check this page in District HIGHLIGHTS for changesadditions Keep your calendar updated
JANUARY 2017
1 - HAPPY NEW YEAR
8 - EPIPHANY
18-25 - WEEK OF PRAYER FOR CHRISTIAN UNITY
30 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
FEBRUARY 2017
9 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
18 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
20 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
MARCH 2017
1 - ASH WEDNESDAY
3 - WORLD DAY OF PRAYER
5 - FIRST SUNDAY OF LENT
12 - DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME BEGINS (Turn clocks AHEAD one hour)
12 - SECOND SUNDAY OF LENT
19 - THIRD SUNDAY OF LENT
20 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
26 - ONE GREAT HOUR OF SHARING
26 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF LENT
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
APRIL 2017
2 - FIFTH SUNDAY OF LENT
9 - PALM SUNDAY
13 - MAUNDY THURSDAY
14 - GOOD FRIDAY
16 - ALLELUIA CHRIST IS RISEN
17 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
22 - Earth Day
24 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
MAY 2017
4 - NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER
7 - NATIONAL YOUTH SUNDAY
5-6 - District Womenrsquos Retreat ndash Camp Harmony
11 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
14 - HAPPY MOTHERrsquoS DAY
20 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
22 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
25 - ASCENSION DAY
29 - MEMORIAL DAY
29 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
JUNE 2017
4 - HAPPY BIRTHDAY CHURCH (Pentecost Sunday)
4 - Annual Conference Briefing Geiger COB
18 - HAPPY FATHERrsquoS DAY
19 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
26 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
28 -ANNUAL CONFERENCE (begins) Grand Rapids Michigan
JULY 2017
2 - ANNUAL CONFERENCE (concludes) Greensboro North Carolina
4 - INDEPENDENCE DAY
20 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm - Beachley Residence (District Conference Business)
24 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
28 - District Leadership Team 6 pm Arbutus Church (District Conference Business)
31 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
AUGUST 2017
21 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
28 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
SEPTEMBER 2017
4 - LABOR DAY
14 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
16 - CAMP HARMONY FESTIVAL
18 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
21 - DAY OF PRAYER FOR PEACE
23 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
25 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
OCTOBER 2017
1 - WORLD COMMUNION SUNDAY
21 - District Conference 9 am Camp Harmony
23 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
30 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
NOVEMBER 2017
4 - ELEVENTH ANNUAL DISTRICT AUCTION 9 am Camp Harmony
5 - DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME ENDS (Turn clocks BACK one hour)
9 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
18 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
20 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
23 - HAPPY THANKSGIVING
26 - FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
DECEMBER 2017
3 - SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT
9 - CHILDRENrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY ndash Camp Harmony ndash more information to come
10 - THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT
17 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT
18 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
25 - MERRY CHIRSTMAS
- Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
31 - NEW YEARrsquoS EVE
PLEASE NOTE Dates will be added or changed as needed If your District group team or committee has additions or changes to this calendar please contact the District Office as soon as possible Your help is much appreciated
A ministry of the Church of the Brethren
1414 Plank Road P O Box 158
Hooversville PA 15936-0158 E-mail harmonycampharmonyorg
httpwwwcampharmonyorg
(814) 798-5885 FAX (814) 798-2225
ldquoThe Church of the Brethren should be absolutely fearless absurdly happy and always
getting into trouble for Jesusrdquo Quote from Dan Westhellip
FUTURE EVENTS
Faith Promise Benefit Dinner ndash December 3 ndash 500 PM ndash Call Camp to register
Alutiig Training ndash December 4 - 16
Childrenrsquos Christmas Party ndash December 10 ndash 900 AM - Call the District Office to register
Welcome to Bethlehem ndash December 10 ndash Greenhouse Park
Salix Bethel Youth Retreat ndash January 13 ndash 15
Cub Scout Retreat ndash January 21
Winter Youth Retreats
Junior Retreat ndash Grades 3 ndash 6 ndash January 27 ndash 29 2017
Teen Retreat ndash Grades 7 ndash 12 ndash February 3 ndash 5 2017
HERITAGE LODGE (oldest and last remaining original building at Camp) ROOF
UPDATE
Thank you volunteers for all your help on repairing and getting the roof ready for the metal roof
Camp has contracted with Kaufman Metals to put on the metal which puts the roof under
warranty Also we thank everyone for all the financial donations for the initial stage of the roof
and a congregation for their donation so Camp could contract for placement of the metal When
we all work together ndash all things are possible THANK YOU The roof is scheduled to be
put on the end of November andor the beginning of December
2016 ldquo52 GOD BLESS YOU TEAMrdquo
As more and more families are blessed they contribute $100 a week or $5200 to Camp so that
the ministry can bless others Join the 2016 team The original premise was that if all the families
in the District contributed $52 the mortgage could be eliminated The 2016 Team includes 60
families and congregations who have contributed $3700 Thank you so much for your
donationshelliphellip
Watch for the end of the year Camp Harmony newsletters They will be distributed soon
ldquoInviting all people to experience the wonder of
creation and find harmony with God with nature and
with one another
CAMP HARMONY
2 youth weekends
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January 27-29
Junior Retreat - Grades 3-6
February 3-5
Teen Retreat - Grades 7-12
Camper Name_____________________________________
Gender __M __F Birthdate_________ Current Grade ____
Parent or Legal Guardian(s) Names
_______________________________________________
Mailing Address___________________________________
City__________________ State ______ Zip __________
Email Address____________________________________
Home Phone______________________________________
Emergency Phone__________________________________
Special Instructions_______________________________
Is this your first time Camp Harmony ___Yes ___No
Which Retreat are you Registering For
Junior (grades 3-6) Teen (Grades 7-12)
January 27-29 2017 February 3-5 2017
Please complete if your church is paying a portion of the fee
Church name______________________________________
The church will be paying $_____ of the registration fee
Authorized Signature (Required Pastor or Camp Rep)
________________________________________________
In signing this application I grant permission for my child to attend Camp Harmony and for Camp
Harmony to use images (photo video etc) of my child and members of my family in camp publicity
(print ads internet including social networking sites etc) I waive the right to inspect or approve
images for such purposes I also acknowledge that by their very nature outdoor and camping ac-
tivities involve some risk of injury I understand also that although the camp has taken precau-
tions to provide proper supervision instruction training and equipment for each activity it is
impossible for the camp to guarantee absolute safety I further understand that participation in
these activities is voluntary and waive any claim that may arise against the camp andor employees
as a result of participation in the program except for those that are a direct result of gross
negligence of the camp or its employees
______________________________________________________________ Parent or Legal Guardian Signature Date
If you canrsquot wait until next summer to come back to camp
this is the retreat for you During our winter retreats at
Camp Harmony we do many of our favorite activities from
summer including crafts worship games and Bible lessons
Plus wersquoll get to go sledding and play in the snow Each
weekend is designed to strengthen your faith in Christ and
grow in your walk with Him We canrsquot wait to see you at Camp
Harmony
Registration Friday Evening 7-8 pm
Pick up Sunday Afternoon 2 pm
Cost $100 per camper
Things to bring
Bedding money for store amp offering towel amp toiletries
seasonal clothing including extra shoes and socks Bible
All of your FRIENDS
How to Register
Mail your completed registration form (one per camper) and
a $25 non-refundable deposit to
Camp Harmony Winter Retreats
PO Box 158
1414 Plank Road
Hooversville PA 15936
Payments can be made by cash check or credit card We
recommend full prepayment to reduce time in registration
line Registrations received less than one week from be-
ginning of retreat date will be charged a $15 late fee
Have questions or need more information
8147985885
programcampharmonyorg
AVAILABLE SPEAKERS LIST
January 2017 ORDAINED
ABRAHAM FARREL ndash 4315 Seton Dr Pittsburgh 15227-1245 ndash 412-979-0067 BALDEO ISAAC - 4555 Glen Eden Rd Cranberry Twp 16066-3001 -724 452-0923 BAUGHMAN CARL L - 130 Homewood Dr Butler 16001-1960 -724 283-1051 BERKEBILE WES J ndash 4285 State Route 208 New Wilmington 16142 ndash 724-901-7058 BROADWATER KEVIN L - 475 Keystone St Meyersdale 15552-6943 - 814 442-5684 CHRISTNER JAY L ndash 313 N Edgewood Ave Somerset 15501-1355 ndash 814-445-4223 DEFFENBAUGH BARRON K - 207 Churchill St Johnstown 15904 - 814 266-9758 DERR AMELIA ndash 1202 Roberts Street Nanty Glo 15943-1325 ndash 814-749-0262 DERR HORACE - 1202 Roberts Street Nanty Glo 15943-1325 ndash 814-749-0262 EASH JOHN E - 131 Friendship Ln Hollsopple 15935-6732 - 814 629-0206 GREEN GARY ndash 4589 Somerset Pike Hollsopple 15935-8217 ndash 814-479-5096 GREW DOTTIE H - 509 Sherman St Meyersdale 15552-1239 - 814 634-5329 HAY CHARLES R - 1127 E Main St Berlin 15530-1428-814 267-3205 HIRONIMUS BERTHA - 142 Bent Tree Hill Ligonier 15658-3202 -724 238-3984 HOUGHTON JAMES E - 124 Lindberg Ave Johnstown 15905-3019 -814 255-2431 HOUGHTON SALLY M - 124 Lindberg Ave Johnstown 15905-3019 -814 255-2431 KABLER ERIC P - 126 Clermont St Johnstown 15904-2132 - 814 266-2734 KENSINGER JAMES M - 329 Spackman St Seward 15954-3117 - 814 446-1088 LONGWELL ERIC M -240 Plumcreek Rd Shelocta 15774- 724 599-8690 MANGES JOHN W ndash 137 Catskill Ln Johnstown 15904-7523 MARSHALL HOMER H - 369 W Church Ave Masontown 15461-1651 -724 583-7073 MARSHALL PATRICIA M - 369 W Church Ave Masontown 15461-1651 -724 583-7073 MOORE EDWIN E JR - 107 Sabra Court Uniontown 15401-9729 - 724 970-2505 PETERMAN SANDRA M -110 Windy Ridge Ln Apt 3 Shelocta 15774 - 724 354-6026 REININGER LINDA L - 229 Davis St Johnstown 15906-1517 -814 539-1345 RUMMEL DALE E - 6171 Greenville Pike Grampian 15666-1959 -732 319-0099 RUPERT JACK - 409 State St Johnstown 15905-2642 - 814 322-7786 New Day ndash 814 535-8202 SHAFFER JUDITH A - PO Box 319 Donegal 15628-0319 - 724 516-9191 SHAULIS M ERIC- 25 Sixth Ave Meyersdale 15552-1444 -814 634-8740 SMITH A HARRISON -506 Sciandro Dr Greensburg 15601- 724837-4491 STEIN ROBERT R - PO Box 375 Chalk Hill 15421-0375 - 724 438-2226 SWICK MICHAEL R - 4127 Greenville Rd Meyersdale 15552-8518 -814 634-8158 WALKER JUDY M -425 Morningside Ave Jeannette 15644 - 724 522-5260 WALKER LARRY E - 425 Morningside Ave Jeannette 15644 - 724 522-5260 WHIPPLE CHARLES D - 317 Wyoming St Greensburg 15601-3947 -724 600-6332 WESTLAKE ELVA JEAN -436 Pony Farm Rd Kittanning 16201-4639-724 548-4901 WILLOUGHBY CAROLYN S-207 Churchill St Johnstown 15904-814 266-9758 YOUNG FRANK P ndash 105 Old Hickory Lane Johnston 15905-3377 ndash 814-418-5930
LICENSED
DERCK JOY E - 3089 Dutch Run Rd Shelocta 15774-2224 - 724 354-3386 DERMER JOANN - 3062 Hyndman Rd Hyndman 15545 - 814 842-6489 HILER GARY W - 228 Baltzer Bridge Rd Friedens 15541-6320 - 814 267-6722 ISHMAN DANIEL R - 116 Todd Rd Freeport 16229 - 724 540-5214 MARSZALEK CHERYL A - 409 Herman Ave Wilmerding 15148-1206 - 412 551-6422 SHAFFER ABBY R -(office) 115 Spring Rd Hollsopple 15935-7412 - 814 479-2181 YOST ERIC W ndash 1009 First Street Windber PA 15963 ndash 814-467-0882
LAY SPEAKER RAMER DONNA L -102 Franklin Dr Greensburg 15601-1305-724 836-0594
Thanks very much for keeping the reports coming in The NEW Form B that comes from the Yearbook Office in Elgin and updates contact information about your congregationrsquos board or leadership team chair the treasurer a deacon contact and a number of other contact persons will be coming to congregations and contact persons soon Please be sure to review the material provided on Form B and make updates as they are needed Complete addresses and phone numbers are appreciated as well as email addresses if they are available The Additional Officers
Form for 2016 will be sent from the District Office soon
In addition the Congregational Outreach Form for 20162017 has been sent from the COB Stewardship Office and is due by December 1 2016 If you have a question you will need to contact the Stewardship Office at 800-323-8039 ext 361 A downloadable version of the form as well as a new fillable option is also available at wwwbrethrenorgstewardship Feel free to use that option in order to switch to paperless reporting
The forms listed below were received in the District Office as of November 20 ALL of these informational forms are important to both the district and the denomination The updated forms are sent to Elgin and they provide a copy for the District Office If you have a question about a form please donrsquot hesitate to contact Tina at 814 479-2181 or toll free 1-866-279-2181 Your prompt attention to this task will be appreciated Thanks
Church Code
Church Name
Form A
Form B
2015 Statistical Report
Additional Officers
Self-Allocation
37-010 Arbutus
37-015 Beachdale
37-020 Bear Run
37-030 Berkey
37-050 Bethel
37-060 Brothersvalley
37-068 Canaan
37-070 Center
37-080 Center Hill
37-090 Conemaugh
37-100 Connellsville
37-110 County Line
37-130 Elbethel
37-140 Erie Community United
37-150 Fairchance
37-160 Fair View
37-170 Farmington Bethel
37-190 Geiger
37-195 Good Samaritan
37-200 Greensburg
37-210 Greenville
37-220 Hooversville
37-230 Hostetler
37-240 Hyndman
37-250 Indiana
37-310 Ligonier First
37-320 Locust Grove
37-340 Maple Glen
37-350 Maple Grove
37-360 Maple Spring
37-380 Meyersdale
37-390 Middlecreek
37-400 Monroeville
37-410 Montgomery
Church Code
Church Name
Form A
Form B
2015 Statistical Report
Additional Officers
Self-Allocation
37-260 Morrellville
37-420 Mount Joy
37-430 Mount Pleasant
37-270 Moxham
37-440 Nanty Glo
37-450 Natrona Heights
37-460 Oakdale
37-470 Penn Run
37-475 Pike Run
37-480 Pleasant Hill
37-500 Plumcreek
37-505 Purchase Line
37-508 Rayman
37-510 Robinson
37-520 Rockton
37-530 Rockwood
37-280 Roxbury
37-540 Rummel
37-550 Salisbury
37-560 Scalp Level
37-570 Shade CreekRidge
37-580 Sipesville
37-590 Somerset
37-620 Ten Mile
37-630 Tire Hill
37-635 Union Chapel
37-640 Uniontown
37-290 Walnut Grove
37-645 Way of Hope
37-300 Westmont
37-650 Windber
37-660 Wooddale
2016 District Events and Meetings
This calendar will be updated as we receive dates from your groups please send your important dates to the District Office
ASAP to insure they will be on the District Calendar Thank you EVENTS ARE CODED AS
District Events open for anyone in the District to attend - CAPS Meetings such as District Leadership Team Camp Board Home Trustees and events beyond the District - small print Youth and Childrenrsquos Activities -ITALICS amp CAPS
SUGGESTIONS FOR USE KEEP FOR REFERENCE WHEN SETTING LOCAL CHURCH DATES Each month check this page in District HIGHLIGHTS for changesadditions Keep your calendar updated
DECEMBER 2016
4 - SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT
10 - CHILDRENrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY ndash Camp Harmony ndash more information to come
11 - THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT
18 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT
19 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
25 - MERRY CHIRSTMAS
26 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
31 - NEW YEARrsquoS EVE
2017 District Events and Meetings
This calendar will be updated as we receive dates from your groups please send your important dates to the District Office
ASAP to insure they will be on the District Calendar Thank you EVENTS ARE CODED AS
District Events open for anyone in the District to attend - CAPS Meetings such as District Leadership Team Camp Board Home Trustees and events beyond the District - small print Youth and Childrenrsquos Activities - ITALICS amp CAPS
SUGGESTIONS FOR USE KEEP FOR REFERENCE WHEN SETTING LOCAL CHURCH DATES Each month check this page in District HIGHLIGHTS for changesadditions Keep your calendar updated
JANUARY 2017
1 - HAPPY NEW YEAR
8 - EPIPHANY
18-25 - WEEK OF PRAYER FOR CHRISTIAN UNITY
30 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
FEBRUARY 2017
9 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
18 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
20 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
MARCH 2017
1 - ASH WEDNESDAY
3 - WORLD DAY OF PRAYER
5 - FIRST SUNDAY OF LENT
12 - DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME BEGINS (Turn clocks AHEAD one hour)
12 - SECOND SUNDAY OF LENT
19 - THIRD SUNDAY OF LENT
20 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
26 - ONE GREAT HOUR OF SHARING
26 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF LENT
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
APRIL 2017
2 - FIFTH SUNDAY OF LENT
9 - PALM SUNDAY
13 - MAUNDY THURSDAY
14 - GOOD FRIDAY
16 - ALLELUIA CHRIST IS RISEN
17 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
22 - Earth Day
24 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
MAY 2017
4 - NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER
7 - NATIONAL YOUTH SUNDAY
5-6 - District Womenrsquos Retreat ndash Camp Harmony
11 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
14 - HAPPY MOTHERrsquoS DAY
20 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
22 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
25 - ASCENSION DAY
29 - MEMORIAL DAY
29 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
JUNE 2017
4 - HAPPY BIRTHDAY CHURCH (Pentecost Sunday)
4 - Annual Conference Briefing Geiger COB
18 - HAPPY FATHERrsquoS DAY
19 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
26 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
28 -ANNUAL CONFERENCE (begins) Grand Rapids Michigan
JULY 2017
2 - ANNUAL CONFERENCE (concludes) Greensboro North Carolina
4 - INDEPENDENCE DAY
20 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm - Beachley Residence (District Conference Business)
24 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
28 - District Leadership Team 6 pm Arbutus Church (District Conference Business)
31 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
AUGUST 2017
21 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
28 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
SEPTEMBER 2017
4 - LABOR DAY
14 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
16 - CAMP HARMONY FESTIVAL
18 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
21 - DAY OF PRAYER FOR PEACE
23 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
25 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
OCTOBER 2017
1 - WORLD COMMUNION SUNDAY
21 - District Conference 9 am Camp Harmony
23 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
30 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
NOVEMBER 2017
4 - ELEVENTH ANNUAL DISTRICT AUCTION 9 am Camp Harmony
5 - DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME ENDS (Turn clocks BACK one hour)
9 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
18 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
20 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
23 - HAPPY THANKSGIVING
26 - FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
DECEMBER 2017
3 - SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT
9 - CHILDRENrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY ndash Camp Harmony ndash more information to come
10 - THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT
17 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT
18 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
25 - MERRY CHIRSTMAS
- Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
31 - NEW YEARrsquoS EVE
PLEASE NOTE Dates will be added or changed as needed If your District group team or committee has additions or changes to this calendar please contact the District Office as soon as possible Your help is much appreciated
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January 27-29
Junior Retreat - Grades 3-6
February 3-5
Teen Retreat - Grades 7-12
Camper Name_____________________________________
Gender __M __F Birthdate_________ Current Grade ____
Parent or Legal Guardian(s) Names
_______________________________________________
Mailing Address___________________________________
City__________________ State ______ Zip __________
Email Address____________________________________
Home Phone______________________________________
Emergency Phone__________________________________
Special Instructions_______________________________
Is this your first time Camp Harmony ___Yes ___No
Which Retreat are you Registering For
Junior (grades 3-6) Teen (Grades 7-12)
January 27-29 2017 February 3-5 2017
Please complete if your church is paying a portion of the fee
Church name______________________________________
The church will be paying $_____ of the registration fee
Authorized Signature (Required Pastor or Camp Rep)
________________________________________________
In signing this application I grant permission for my child to attend Camp Harmony and for Camp
Harmony to use images (photo video etc) of my child and members of my family in camp publicity
(print ads internet including social networking sites etc) I waive the right to inspect or approve
images for such purposes I also acknowledge that by their very nature outdoor and camping ac-
tivities involve some risk of injury I understand also that although the camp has taken precau-
tions to provide proper supervision instruction training and equipment for each activity it is
impossible for the camp to guarantee absolute safety I further understand that participation in
these activities is voluntary and waive any claim that may arise against the camp andor employees
as a result of participation in the program except for those that are a direct result of gross
negligence of the camp or its employees
______________________________________________________________ Parent or Legal Guardian Signature Date
If you canrsquot wait until next summer to come back to camp
this is the retreat for you During our winter retreats at
Camp Harmony we do many of our favorite activities from
summer including crafts worship games and Bible lessons
Plus wersquoll get to go sledding and play in the snow Each
weekend is designed to strengthen your faith in Christ and
grow in your walk with Him We canrsquot wait to see you at Camp
Harmony
Registration Friday Evening 7-8 pm
Pick up Sunday Afternoon 2 pm
Cost $100 per camper
Things to bring
Bedding money for store amp offering towel amp toiletries
seasonal clothing including extra shoes and socks Bible
All of your FRIENDS
How to Register
Mail your completed registration form (one per camper) and
a $25 non-refundable deposit to
Camp Harmony Winter Retreats
PO Box 158
1414 Plank Road
Hooversville PA 15936
Payments can be made by cash check or credit card We
recommend full prepayment to reduce time in registration
line Registrations received less than one week from be-
ginning of retreat date will be charged a $15 late fee
Have questions or need more information
8147985885
programcampharmonyorg
AVAILABLE SPEAKERS LIST
January 2017 ORDAINED
ABRAHAM FARREL ndash 4315 Seton Dr Pittsburgh 15227-1245 ndash 412-979-0067 BALDEO ISAAC - 4555 Glen Eden Rd Cranberry Twp 16066-3001 -724 452-0923 BAUGHMAN CARL L - 130 Homewood Dr Butler 16001-1960 -724 283-1051 BERKEBILE WES J ndash 4285 State Route 208 New Wilmington 16142 ndash 724-901-7058 BROADWATER KEVIN L - 475 Keystone St Meyersdale 15552-6943 - 814 442-5684 CHRISTNER JAY L ndash 313 N Edgewood Ave Somerset 15501-1355 ndash 814-445-4223 DEFFENBAUGH BARRON K - 207 Churchill St Johnstown 15904 - 814 266-9758 DERR AMELIA ndash 1202 Roberts Street Nanty Glo 15943-1325 ndash 814-749-0262 DERR HORACE - 1202 Roberts Street Nanty Glo 15943-1325 ndash 814-749-0262 EASH JOHN E - 131 Friendship Ln Hollsopple 15935-6732 - 814 629-0206 GREEN GARY ndash 4589 Somerset Pike Hollsopple 15935-8217 ndash 814-479-5096 GREW DOTTIE H - 509 Sherman St Meyersdale 15552-1239 - 814 634-5329 HAY CHARLES R - 1127 E Main St Berlin 15530-1428-814 267-3205 HIRONIMUS BERTHA - 142 Bent Tree Hill Ligonier 15658-3202 -724 238-3984 HOUGHTON JAMES E - 124 Lindberg Ave Johnstown 15905-3019 -814 255-2431 HOUGHTON SALLY M - 124 Lindberg Ave Johnstown 15905-3019 -814 255-2431 KABLER ERIC P - 126 Clermont St Johnstown 15904-2132 - 814 266-2734 KENSINGER JAMES M - 329 Spackman St Seward 15954-3117 - 814 446-1088 LONGWELL ERIC M -240 Plumcreek Rd Shelocta 15774- 724 599-8690 MANGES JOHN W ndash 137 Catskill Ln Johnstown 15904-7523 MARSHALL HOMER H - 369 W Church Ave Masontown 15461-1651 -724 583-7073 MARSHALL PATRICIA M - 369 W Church Ave Masontown 15461-1651 -724 583-7073 MOORE EDWIN E JR - 107 Sabra Court Uniontown 15401-9729 - 724 970-2505 PETERMAN SANDRA M -110 Windy Ridge Ln Apt 3 Shelocta 15774 - 724 354-6026 REININGER LINDA L - 229 Davis St Johnstown 15906-1517 -814 539-1345 RUMMEL DALE E - 6171 Greenville Pike Grampian 15666-1959 -732 319-0099 RUPERT JACK - 409 State St Johnstown 15905-2642 - 814 322-7786 New Day ndash 814 535-8202 SHAFFER JUDITH A - PO Box 319 Donegal 15628-0319 - 724 516-9191 SHAULIS M ERIC- 25 Sixth Ave Meyersdale 15552-1444 -814 634-8740 SMITH A HARRISON -506 Sciandro Dr Greensburg 15601- 724837-4491 STEIN ROBERT R - PO Box 375 Chalk Hill 15421-0375 - 724 438-2226 SWICK MICHAEL R - 4127 Greenville Rd Meyersdale 15552-8518 -814 634-8158 WALKER JUDY M -425 Morningside Ave Jeannette 15644 - 724 522-5260 WALKER LARRY E - 425 Morningside Ave Jeannette 15644 - 724 522-5260 WHIPPLE CHARLES D - 317 Wyoming St Greensburg 15601-3947 -724 600-6332 WESTLAKE ELVA JEAN -436 Pony Farm Rd Kittanning 16201-4639-724 548-4901 WILLOUGHBY CAROLYN S-207 Churchill St Johnstown 15904-814 266-9758 YOUNG FRANK P ndash 105 Old Hickory Lane Johnston 15905-3377 ndash 814-418-5930
LICENSED
DERCK JOY E - 3089 Dutch Run Rd Shelocta 15774-2224 - 724 354-3386 DERMER JOANN - 3062 Hyndman Rd Hyndman 15545 - 814 842-6489 HILER GARY W - 228 Baltzer Bridge Rd Friedens 15541-6320 - 814 267-6722 ISHMAN DANIEL R - 116 Todd Rd Freeport 16229 - 724 540-5214 MARSZALEK CHERYL A - 409 Herman Ave Wilmerding 15148-1206 - 412 551-6422 SHAFFER ABBY R -(office) 115 Spring Rd Hollsopple 15935-7412 - 814 479-2181 YOST ERIC W ndash 1009 First Street Windber PA 15963 ndash 814-467-0882
LAY SPEAKER RAMER DONNA L -102 Franklin Dr Greensburg 15601-1305-724 836-0594
Thanks very much for keeping the reports coming in The NEW Form B that comes from the Yearbook Office in Elgin and updates contact information about your congregationrsquos board or leadership team chair the treasurer a deacon contact and a number of other contact persons will be coming to congregations and contact persons soon Please be sure to review the material provided on Form B and make updates as they are needed Complete addresses and phone numbers are appreciated as well as email addresses if they are available The Additional Officers
Form for 2016 will be sent from the District Office soon
In addition the Congregational Outreach Form for 20162017 has been sent from the COB Stewardship Office and is due by December 1 2016 If you have a question you will need to contact the Stewardship Office at 800-323-8039 ext 361 A downloadable version of the form as well as a new fillable option is also available at wwwbrethrenorgstewardship Feel free to use that option in order to switch to paperless reporting
The forms listed below were received in the District Office as of November 20 ALL of these informational forms are important to both the district and the denomination The updated forms are sent to Elgin and they provide a copy for the District Office If you have a question about a form please donrsquot hesitate to contact Tina at 814 479-2181 or toll free 1-866-279-2181 Your prompt attention to this task will be appreciated Thanks
Church Code
Church Name
Form A
Form B
2015 Statistical Report
Additional Officers
Self-Allocation
37-010 Arbutus
37-015 Beachdale
37-020 Bear Run
37-030 Berkey
37-050 Bethel
37-060 Brothersvalley
37-068 Canaan
37-070 Center
37-080 Center Hill
37-090 Conemaugh
37-100 Connellsville
37-110 County Line
37-130 Elbethel
37-140 Erie Community United
37-150 Fairchance
37-160 Fair View
37-170 Farmington Bethel
37-190 Geiger
37-195 Good Samaritan
37-200 Greensburg
37-210 Greenville
37-220 Hooversville
37-230 Hostetler
37-240 Hyndman
37-250 Indiana
37-310 Ligonier First
37-320 Locust Grove
37-340 Maple Glen
37-350 Maple Grove
37-360 Maple Spring
37-380 Meyersdale
37-390 Middlecreek
37-400 Monroeville
37-410 Montgomery
Church Code
Church Name
Form A
Form B
2015 Statistical Report
Additional Officers
Self-Allocation
37-260 Morrellville
37-420 Mount Joy
37-430 Mount Pleasant
37-270 Moxham
37-440 Nanty Glo
37-450 Natrona Heights
37-460 Oakdale
37-470 Penn Run
37-475 Pike Run
37-480 Pleasant Hill
37-500 Plumcreek
37-505 Purchase Line
37-508 Rayman
37-510 Robinson
37-520 Rockton
37-530 Rockwood
37-280 Roxbury
37-540 Rummel
37-550 Salisbury
37-560 Scalp Level
37-570 Shade CreekRidge
37-580 Sipesville
37-590 Somerset
37-620 Ten Mile
37-630 Tire Hill
37-635 Union Chapel
37-640 Uniontown
37-290 Walnut Grove
37-645 Way of Hope
37-300 Westmont
37-650 Windber
37-660 Wooddale
2016 District Events and Meetings
This calendar will be updated as we receive dates from your groups please send your important dates to the District Office
ASAP to insure they will be on the District Calendar Thank you EVENTS ARE CODED AS
District Events open for anyone in the District to attend - CAPS Meetings such as District Leadership Team Camp Board Home Trustees and events beyond the District - small print Youth and Childrenrsquos Activities -ITALICS amp CAPS
SUGGESTIONS FOR USE KEEP FOR REFERENCE WHEN SETTING LOCAL CHURCH DATES Each month check this page in District HIGHLIGHTS for changesadditions Keep your calendar updated
DECEMBER 2016
4 - SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT
10 - CHILDRENrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY ndash Camp Harmony ndash more information to come
11 - THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT
18 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT
19 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
25 - MERRY CHIRSTMAS
26 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
31 - NEW YEARrsquoS EVE
2017 District Events and Meetings
This calendar will be updated as we receive dates from your groups please send your important dates to the District Office
ASAP to insure they will be on the District Calendar Thank you EVENTS ARE CODED AS
District Events open for anyone in the District to attend - CAPS Meetings such as District Leadership Team Camp Board Home Trustees and events beyond the District - small print Youth and Childrenrsquos Activities - ITALICS amp CAPS
SUGGESTIONS FOR USE KEEP FOR REFERENCE WHEN SETTING LOCAL CHURCH DATES Each month check this page in District HIGHLIGHTS for changesadditions Keep your calendar updated
JANUARY 2017
1 - HAPPY NEW YEAR
8 - EPIPHANY
18-25 - WEEK OF PRAYER FOR CHRISTIAN UNITY
30 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
FEBRUARY 2017
9 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
18 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
20 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
MARCH 2017
1 - ASH WEDNESDAY
3 - WORLD DAY OF PRAYER
5 - FIRST SUNDAY OF LENT
12 - DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME BEGINS (Turn clocks AHEAD one hour)
12 - SECOND SUNDAY OF LENT
19 - THIRD SUNDAY OF LENT
20 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
26 - ONE GREAT HOUR OF SHARING
26 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF LENT
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
APRIL 2017
2 - FIFTH SUNDAY OF LENT
9 - PALM SUNDAY
13 - MAUNDY THURSDAY
14 - GOOD FRIDAY
16 - ALLELUIA CHRIST IS RISEN
17 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
22 - Earth Day
24 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
MAY 2017
4 - NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER
7 - NATIONAL YOUTH SUNDAY
5-6 - District Womenrsquos Retreat ndash Camp Harmony
11 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
14 - HAPPY MOTHERrsquoS DAY
20 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
22 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
25 - ASCENSION DAY
29 - MEMORIAL DAY
29 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
JUNE 2017
4 - HAPPY BIRTHDAY CHURCH (Pentecost Sunday)
4 - Annual Conference Briefing Geiger COB
18 - HAPPY FATHERrsquoS DAY
19 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
26 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
28 -ANNUAL CONFERENCE (begins) Grand Rapids Michigan
JULY 2017
2 - ANNUAL CONFERENCE (concludes) Greensboro North Carolina
4 - INDEPENDENCE DAY
20 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm - Beachley Residence (District Conference Business)
24 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
28 - District Leadership Team 6 pm Arbutus Church (District Conference Business)
31 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
AUGUST 2017
21 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
28 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
SEPTEMBER 2017
4 - LABOR DAY
14 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
16 - CAMP HARMONY FESTIVAL
18 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
21 - DAY OF PRAYER FOR PEACE
23 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
25 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
OCTOBER 2017
1 - WORLD COMMUNION SUNDAY
21 - District Conference 9 am Camp Harmony
23 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
30 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
NOVEMBER 2017
4 - ELEVENTH ANNUAL DISTRICT AUCTION 9 am Camp Harmony
5 - DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME ENDS (Turn clocks BACK one hour)
9 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
18 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
20 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
23 - HAPPY THANKSGIVING
26 - FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
DECEMBER 2017
3 - SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT
9 - CHILDRENrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY ndash Camp Harmony ndash more information to come
10 - THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT
17 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT
18 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
25 - MERRY CHIRSTMAS
- Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
31 - NEW YEARrsquoS EVE
PLEASE NOTE Dates will be added or changed as needed If your District group team or committee has additions or changes to this calendar please contact the District Office as soon as possible Your help is much appreciated
Camper Name_____________________________________
Gender __M __F Birthdate_________ Current Grade ____
Parent or Legal Guardian(s) Names
_______________________________________________
Mailing Address___________________________________
City__________________ State ______ Zip __________
Email Address____________________________________
Home Phone______________________________________
Emergency Phone__________________________________
Special Instructions_______________________________
Is this your first time Camp Harmony ___Yes ___No
Which Retreat are you Registering For
Junior (grades 3-6) Teen (Grades 7-12)
January 27-29 2017 February 3-5 2017
Please complete if your church is paying a portion of the fee
Church name______________________________________
The church will be paying $_____ of the registration fee
Authorized Signature (Required Pastor or Camp Rep)
________________________________________________
In signing this application I grant permission for my child to attend Camp Harmony and for Camp
Harmony to use images (photo video etc) of my child and members of my family in camp publicity
(print ads internet including social networking sites etc) I waive the right to inspect or approve
images for such purposes I also acknowledge that by their very nature outdoor and camping ac-
tivities involve some risk of injury I understand also that although the camp has taken precau-
tions to provide proper supervision instruction training and equipment for each activity it is
impossible for the camp to guarantee absolute safety I further understand that participation in
these activities is voluntary and waive any claim that may arise against the camp andor employees
as a result of participation in the program except for those that are a direct result of gross
negligence of the camp or its employees
______________________________________________________________ Parent or Legal Guardian Signature Date
If you canrsquot wait until next summer to come back to camp
this is the retreat for you During our winter retreats at
Camp Harmony we do many of our favorite activities from
summer including crafts worship games and Bible lessons
Plus wersquoll get to go sledding and play in the snow Each
weekend is designed to strengthen your faith in Christ and
grow in your walk with Him We canrsquot wait to see you at Camp
Harmony
Registration Friday Evening 7-8 pm
Pick up Sunday Afternoon 2 pm
Cost $100 per camper
Things to bring
Bedding money for store amp offering towel amp toiletries
seasonal clothing including extra shoes and socks Bible
All of your FRIENDS
How to Register
Mail your completed registration form (one per camper) and
a $25 non-refundable deposit to
Camp Harmony Winter Retreats
PO Box 158
1414 Plank Road
Hooversville PA 15936
Payments can be made by cash check or credit card We
recommend full prepayment to reduce time in registration
line Registrations received less than one week from be-
ginning of retreat date will be charged a $15 late fee
Have questions or need more information
8147985885
programcampharmonyorg
AVAILABLE SPEAKERS LIST
January 2017 ORDAINED
ABRAHAM FARREL ndash 4315 Seton Dr Pittsburgh 15227-1245 ndash 412-979-0067 BALDEO ISAAC - 4555 Glen Eden Rd Cranberry Twp 16066-3001 -724 452-0923 BAUGHMAN CARL L - 130 Homewood Dr Butler 16001-1960 -724 283-1051 BERKEBILE WES J ndash 4285 State Route 208 New Wilmington 16142 ndash 724-901-7058 BROADWATER KEVIN L - 475 Keystone St Meyersdale 15552-6943 - 814 442-5684 CHRISTNER JAY L ndash 313 N Edgewood Ave Somerset 15501-1355 ndash 814-445-4223 DEFFENBAUGH BARRON K - 207 Churchill St Johnstown 15904 - 814 266-9758 DERR AMELIA ndash 1202 Roberts Street Nanty Glo 15943-1325 ndash 814-749-0262 DERR HORACE - 1202 Roberts Street Nanty Glo 15943-1325 ndash 814-749-0262 EASH JOHN E - 131 Friendship Ln Hollsopple 15935-6732 - 814 629-0206 GREEN GARY ndash 4589 Somerset Pike Hollsopple 15935-8217 ndash 814-479-5096 GREW DOTTIE H - 509 Sherman St Meyersdale 15552-1239 - 814 634-5329 HAY CHARLES R - 1127 E Main St Berlin 15530-1428-814 267-3205 HIRONIMUS BERTHA - 142 Bent Tree Hill Ligonier 15658-3202 -724 238-3984 HOUGHTON JAMES E - 124 Lindberg Ave Johnstown 15905-3019 -814 255-2431 HOUGHTON SALLY M - 124 Lindberg Ave Johnstown 15905-3019 -814 255-2431 KABLER ERIC P - 126 Clermont St Johnstown 15904-2132 - 814 266-2734 KENSINGER JAMES M - 329 Spackman St Seward 15954-3117 - 814 446-1088 LONGWELL ERIC M -240 Plumcreek Rd Shelocta 15774- 724 599-8690 MANGES JOHN W ndash 137 Catskill Ln Johnstown 15904-7523 MARSHALL HOMER H - 369 W Church Ave Masontown 15461-1651 -724 583-7073 MARSHALL PATRICIA M - 369 W Church Ave Masontown 15461-1651 -724 583-7073 MOORE EDWIN E JR - 107 Sabra Court Uniontown 15401-9729 - 724 970-2505 PETERMAN SANDRA M -110 Windy Ridge Ln Apt 3 Shelocta 15774 - 724 354-6026 REININGER LINDA L - 229 Davis St Johnstown 15906-1517 -814 539-1345 RUMMEL DALE E - 6171 Greenville Pike Grampian 15666-1959 -732 319-0099 RUPERT JACK - 409 State St Johnstown 15905-2642 - 814 322-7786 New Day ndash 814 535-8202 SHAFFER JUDITH A - PO Box 319 Donegal 15628-0319 - 724 516-9191 SHAULIS M ERIC- 25 Sixth Ave Meyersdale 15552-1444 -814 634-8740 SMITH A HARRISON -506 Sciandro Dr Greensburg 15601- 724837-4491 STEIN ROBERT R - PO Box 375 Chalk Hill 15421-0375 - 724 438-2226 SWICK MICHAEL R - 4127 Greenville Rd Meyersdale 15552-8518 -814 634-8158 WALKER JUDY M -425 Morningside Ave Jeannette 15644 - 724 522-5260 WALKER LARRY E - 425 Morningside Ave Jeannette 15644 - 724 522-5260 WHIPPLE CHARLES D - 317 Wyoming St Greensburg 15601-3947 -724 600-6332 WESTLAKE ELVA JEAN -436 Pony Farm Rd Kittanning 16201-4639-724 548-4901 WILLOUGHBY CAROLYN S-207 Churchill St Johnstown 15904-814 266-9758 YOUNG FRANK P ndash 105 Old Hickory Lane Johnston 15905-3377 ndash 814-418-5930
LICENSED
DERCK JOY E - 3089 Dutch Run Rd Shelocta 15774-2224 - 724 354-3386 DERMER JOANN - 3062 Hyndman Rd Hyndman 15545 - 814 842-6489 HILER GARY W - 228 Baltzer Bridge Rd Friedens 15541-6320 - 814 267-6722 ISHMAN DANIEL R - 116 Todd Rd Freeport 16229 - 724 540-5214 MARSZALEK CHERYL A - 409 Herman Ave Wilmerding 15148-1206 - 412 551-6422 SHAFFER ABBY R -(office) 115 Spring Rd Hollsopple 15935-7412 - 814 479-2181 YOST ERIC W ndash 1009 First Street Windber PA 15963 ndash 814-467-0882
LAY SPEAKER RAMER DONNA L -102 Franklin Dr Greensburg 15601-1305-724 836-0594
Thanks very much for keeping the reports coming in The NEW Form B that comes from the Yearbook Office in Elgin and updates contact information about your congregationrsquos board or leadership team chair the treasurer a deacon contact and a number of other contact persons will be coming to congregations and contact persons soon Please be sure to review the material provided on Form B and make updates as they are needed Complete addresses and phone numbers are appreciated as well as email addresses if they are available The Additional Officers
Form for 2016 will be sent from the District Office soon
In addition the Congregational Outreach Form for 20162017 has been sent from the COB Stewardship Office and is due by December 1 2016 If you have a question you will need to contact the Stewardship Office at 800-323-8039 ext 361 A downloadable version of the form as well as a new fillable option is also available at wwwbrethrenorgstewardship Feel free to use that option in order to switch to paperless reporting
The forms listed below were received in the District Office as of November 20 ALL of these informational forms are important to both the district and the denomination The updated forms are sent to Elgin and they provide a copy for the District Office If you have a question about a form please donrsquot hesitate to contact Tina at 814 479-2181 or toll free 1-866-279-2181 Your prompt attention to this task will be appreciated Thanks
Church Code
Church Name
Form A
Form B
2015 Statistical Report
Additional Officers
Self-Allocation
37-010 Arbutus
37-015 Beachdale
37-020 Bear Run
37-030 Berkey
37-050 Bethel
37-060 Brothersvalley
37-068 Canaan
37-070 Center
37-080 Center Hill
37-090 Conemaugh
37-100 Connellsville
37-110 County Line
37-130 Elbethel
37-140 Erie Community United
37-150 Fairchance
37-160 Fair View
37-170 Farmington Bethel
37-190 Geiger
37-195 Good Samaritan
37-200 Greensburg
37-210 Greenville
37-220 Hooversville
37-230 Hostetler
37-240 Hyndman
37-250 Indiana
37-310 Ligonier First
37-320 Locust Grove
37-340 Maple Glen
37-350 Maple Grove
37-360 Maple Spring
37-380 Meyersdale
37-390 Middlecreek
37-400 Monroeville
37-410 Montgomery
Church Code
Church Name
Form A
Form B
2015 Statistical Report
Additional Officers
Self-Allocation
37-260 Morrellville
37-420 Mount Joy
37-430 Mount Pleasant
37-270 Moxham
37-440 Nanty Glo
37-450 Natrona Heights
37-460 Oakdale
37-470 Penn Run
37-475 Pike Run
37-480 Pleasant Hill
37-500 Plumcreek
37-505 Purchase Line
37-508 Rayman
37-510 Robinson
37-520 Rockton
37-530 Rockwood
37-280 Roxbury
37-540 Rummel
37-550 Salisbury
37-560 Scalp Level
37-570 Shade CreekRidge
37-580 Sipesville
37-590 Somerset
37-620 Ten Mile
37-630 Tire Hill
37-635 Union Chapel
37-640 Uniontown
37-290 Walnut Grove
37-645 Way of Hope
37-300 Westmont
37-650 Windber
37-660 Wooddale
2016 District Events and Meetings
This calendar will be updated as we receive dates from your groups please send your important dates to the District Office
ASAP to insure they will be on the District Calendar Thank you EVENTS ARE CODED AS
District Events open for anyone in the District to attend - CAPS Meetings such as District Leadership Team Camp Board Home Trustees and events beyond the District - small print Youth and Childrenrsquos Activities -ITALICS amp CAPS
SUGGESTIONS FOR USE KEEP FOR REFERENCE WHEN SETTING LOCAL CHURCH DATES Each month check this page in District HIGHLIGHTS for changesadditions Keep your calendar updated
DECEMBER 2016
4 - SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT
10 - CHILDRENrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY ndash Camp Harmony ndash more information to come
11 - THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT
18 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT
19 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
25 - MERRY CHIRSTMAS
26 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
31 - NEW YEARrsquoS EVE
2017 District Events and Meetings
This calendar will be updated as we receive dates from your groups please send your important dates to the District Office
ASAP to insure they will be on the District Calendar Thank you EVENTS ARE CODED AS
District Events open for anyone in the District to attend - CAPS Meetings such as District Leadership Team Camp Board Home Trustees and events beyond the District - small print Youth and Childrenrsquos Activities - ITALICS amp CAPS
SUGGESTIONS FOR USE KEEP FOR REFERENCE WHEN SETTING LOCAL CHURCH DATES Each month check this page in District HIGHLIGHTS for changesadditions Keep your calendar updated
JANUARY 2017
1 - HAPPY NEW YEAR
8 - EPIPHANY
18-25 - WEEK OF PRAYER FOR CHRISTIAN UNITY
30 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
FEBRUARY 2017
9 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
18 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
20 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
MARCH 2017
1 - ASH WEDNESDAY
3 - WORLD DAY OF PRAYER
5 - FIRST SUNDAY OF LENT
12 - DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME BEGINS (Turn clocks AHEAD one hour)
12 - SECOND SUNDAY OF LENT
19 - THIRD SUNDAY OF LENT
20 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
26 - ONE GREAT HOUR OF SHARING
26 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF LENT
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
APRIL 2017
2 - FIFTH SUNDAY OF LENT
9 - PALM SUNDAY
13 - MAUNDY THURSDAY
14 - GOOD FRIDAY
16 - ALLELUIA CHRIST IS RISEN
17 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
22 - Earth Day
24 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
MAY 2017
4 - NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER
7 - NATIONAL YOUTH SUNDAY
5-6 - District Womenrsquos Retreat ndash Camp Harmony
11 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
14 - HAPPY MOTHERrsquoS DAY
20 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
22 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
25 - ASCENSION DAY
29 - MEMORIAL DAY
29 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
JUNE 2017
4 - HAPPY BIRTHDAY CHURCH (Pentecost Sunday)
4 - Annual Conference Briefing Geiger COB
18 - HAPPY FATHERrsquoS DAY
19 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
26 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
28 -ANNUAL CONFERENCE (begins) Grand Rapids Michigan
JULY 2017
2 - ANNUAL CONFERENCE (concludes) Greensboro North Carolina
4 - INDEPENDENCE DAY
20 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm - Beachley Residence (District Conference Business)
24 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
28 - District Leadership Team 6 pm Arbutus Church (District Conference Business)
31 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
AUGUST 2017
21 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
28 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
SEPTEMBER 2017
4 - LABOR DAY
14 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
16 - CAMP HARMONY FESTIVAL
18 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
21 - DAY OF PRAYER FOR PEACE
23 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
25 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
OCTOBER 2017
1 - WORLD COMMUNION SUNDAY
21 - District Conference 9 am Camp Harmony
23 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
30 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
NOVEMBER 2017
4 - ELEVENTH ANNUAL DISTRICT AUCTION 9 am Camp Harmony
5 - DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME ENDS (Turn clocks BACK one hour)
9 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
18 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
20 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
23 - HAPPY THANKSGIVING
26 - FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
DECEMBER 2017
3 - SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT
9 - CHILDRENrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY ndash Camp Harmony ndash more information to come
10 - THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT
17 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT
18 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
25 - MERRY CHIRSTMAS
- Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
31 - NEW YEARrsquoS EVE
PLEASE NOTE Dates will be added or changed as needed If your District group team or committee has additions or changes to this calendar please contact the District Office as soon as possible Your help is much appreciated
AVAILABLE SPEAKERS LIST
January 2017 ORDAINED
ABRAHAM FARREL ndash 4315 Seton Dr Pittsburgh 15227-1245 ndash 412-979-0067 BALDEO ISAAC - 4555 Glen Eden Rd Cranberry Twp 16066-3001 -724 452-0923 BAUGHMAN CARL L - 130 Homewood Dr Butler 16001-1960 -724 283-1051 BERKEBILE WES J ndash 4285 State Route 208 New Wilmington 16142 ndash 724-901-7058 BROADWATER KEVIN L - 475 Keystone St Meyersdale 15552-6943 - 814 442-5684 CHRISTNER JAY L ndash 313 N Edgewood Ave Somerset 15501-1355 ndash 814-445-4223 DEFFENBAUGH BARRON K - 207 Churchill St Johnstown 15904 - 814 266-9758 DERR AMELIA ndash 1202 Roberts Street Nanty Glo 15943-1325 ndash 814-749-0262 DERR HORACE - 1202 Roberts Street Nanty Glo 15943-1325 ndash 814-749-0262 EASH JOHN E - 131 Friendship Ln Hollsopple 15935-6732 - 814 629-0206 GREEN GARY ndash 4589 Somerset Pike Hollsopple 15935-8217 ndash 814-479-5096 GREW DOTTIE H - 509 Sherman St Meyersdale 15552-1239 - 814 634-5329 HAY CHARLES R - 1127 E Main St Berlin 15530-1428-814 267-3205 HIRONIMUS BERTHA - 142 Bent Tree Hill Ligonier 15658-3202 -724 238-3984 HOUGHTON JAMES E - 124 Lindberg Ave Johnstown 15905-3019 -814 255-2431 HOUGHTON SALLY M - 124 Lindberg Ave Johnstown 15905-3019 -814 255-2431 KABLER ERIC P - 126 Clermont St Johnstown 15904-2132 - 814 266-2734 KENSINGER JAMES M - 329 Spackman St Seward 15954-3117 - 814 446-1088 LONGWELL ERIC M -240 Plumcreek Rd Shelocta 15774- 724 599-8690 MANGES JOHN W ndash 137 Catskill Ln Johnstown 15904-7523 MARSHALL HOMER H - 369 W Church Ave Masontown 15461-1651 -724 583-7073 MARSHALL PATRICIA M - 369 W Church Ave Masontown 15461-1651 -724 583-7073 MOORE EDWIN E JR - 107 Sabra Court Uniontown 15401-9729 - 724 970-2505 PETERMAN SANDRA M -110 Windy Ridge Ln Apt 3 Shelocta 15774 - 724 354-6026 REININGER LINDA L - 229 Davis St Johnstown 15906-1517 -814 539-1345 RUMMEL DALE E - 6171 Greenville Pike Grampian 15666-1959 -732 319-0099 RUPERT JACK - 409 State St Johnstown 15905-2642 - 814 322-7786 New Day ndash 814 535-8202 SHAFFER JUDITH A - PO Box 319 Donegal 15628-0319 - 724 516-9191 SHAULIS M ERIC- 25 Sixth Ave Meyersdale 15552-1444 -814 634-8740 SMITH A HARRISON -506 Sciandro Dr Greensburg 15601- 724837-4491 STEIN ROBERT R - PO Box 375 Chalk Hill 15421-0375 - 724 438-2226 SWICK MICHAEL R - 4127 Greenville Rd Meyersdale 15552-8518 -814 634-8158 WALKER JUDY M -425 Morningside Ave Jeannette 15644 - 724 522-5260 WALKER LARRY E - 425 Morningside Ave Jeannette 15644 - 724 522-5260 WHIPPLE CHARLES D - 317 Wyoming St Greensburg 15601-3947 -724 600-6332 WESTLAKE ELVA JEAN -436 Pony Farm Rd Kittanning 16201-4639-724 548-4901 WILLOUGHBY CAROLYN S-207 Churchill St Johnstown 15904-814 266-9758 YOUNG FRANK P ndash 105 Old Hickory Lane Johnston 15905-3377 ndash 814-418-5930
LICENSED
DERCK JOY E - 3089 Dutch Run Rd Shelocta 15774-2224 - 724 354-3386 DERMER JOANN - 3062 Hyndman Rd Hyndman 15545 - 814 842-6489 HILER GARY W - 228 Baltzer Bridge Rd Friedens 15541-6320 - 814 267-6722 ISHMAN DANIEL R - 116 Todd Rd Freeport 16229 - 724 540-5214 MARSZALEK CHERYL A - 409 Herman Ave Wilmerding 15148-1206 - 412 551-6422 SHAFFER ABBY R -(office) 115 Spring Rd Hollsopple 15935-7412 - 814 479-2181 YOST ERIC W ndash 1009 First Street Windber PA 15963 ndash 814-467-0882
LAY SPEAKER RAMER DONNA L -102 Franklin Dr Greensburg 15601-1305-724 836-0594
Thanks very much for keeping the reports coming in The NEW Form B that comes from the Yearbook Office in Elgin and updates contact information about your congregationrsquos board or leadership team chair the treasurer a deacon contact and a number of other contact persons will be coming to congregations and contact persons soon Please be sure to review the material provided on Form B and make updates as they are needed Complete addresses and phone numbers are appreciated as well as email addresses if they are available The Additional Officers
Form for 2016 will be sent from the District Office soon
In addition the Congregational Outreach Form for 20162017 has been sent from the COB Stewardship Office and is due by December 1 2016 If you have a question you will need to contact the Stewardship Office at 800-323-8039 ext 361 A downloadable version of the form as well as a new fillable option is also available at wwwbrethrenorgstewardship Feel free to use that option in order to switch to paperless reporting
The forms listed below were received in the District Office as of November 20 ALL of these informational forms are important to both the district and the denomination The updated forms are sent to Elgin and they provide a copy for the District Office If you have a question about a form please donrsquot hesitate to contact Tina at 814 479-2181 or toll free 1-866-279-2181 Your prompt attention to this task will be appreciated Thanks
Church Code
Church Name
Form A
Form B
2015 Statistical Report
Additional Officers
Self-Allocation
37-010 Arbutus
37-015 Beachdale
37-020 Bear Run
37-030 Berkey
37-050 Bethel
37-060 Brothersvalley
37-068 Canaan
37-070 Center
37-080 Center Hill
37-090 Conemaugh
37-100 Connellsville
37-110 County Line
37-130 Elbethel
37-140 Erie Community United
37-150 Fairchance
37-160 Fair View
37-170 Farmington Bethel
37-190 Geiger
37-195 Good Samaritan
37-200 Greensburg
37-210 Greenville
37-220 Hooversville
37-230 Hostetler
37-240 Hyndman
37-250 Indiana
37-310 Ligonier First
37-320 Locust Grove
37-340 Maple Glen
37-350 Maple Grove
37-360 Maple Spring
37-380 Meyersdale
37-390 Middlecreek
37-400 Monroeville
37-410 Montgomery
Church Code
Church Name
Form A
Form B
2015 Statistical Report
Additional Officers
Self-Allocation
37-260 Morrellville
37-420 Mount Joy
37-430 Mount Pleasant
37-270 Moxham
37-440 Nanty Glo
37-450 Natrona Heights
37-460 Oakdale
37-470 Penn Run
37-475 Pike Run
37-480 Pleasant Hill
37-500 Plumcreek
37-505 Purchase Line
37-508 Rayman
37-510 Robinson
37-520 Rockton
37-530 Rockwood
37-280 Roxbury
37-540 Rummel
37-550 Salisbury
37-560 Scalp Level
37-570 Shade CreekRidge
37-580 Sipesville
37-590 Somerset
37-620 Ten Mile
37-630 Tire Hill
37-635 Union Chapel
37-640 Uniontown
37-290 Walnut Grove
37-645 Way of Hope
37-300 Westmont
37-650 Windber
37-660 Wooddale
2016 District Events and Meetings
This calendar will be updated as we receive dates from your groups please send your important dates to the District Office
ASAP to insure they will be on the District Calendar Thank you EVENTS ARE CODED AS
District Events open for anyone in the District to attend - CAPS Meetings such as District Leadership Team Camp Board Home Trustees and events beyond the District - small print Youth and Childrenrsquos Activities -ITALICS amp CAPS
SUGGESTIONS FOR USE KEEP FOR REFERENCE WHEN SETTING LOCAL CHURCH DATES Each month check this page in District HIGHLIGHTS for changesadditions Keep your calendar updated
DECEMBER 2016
4 - SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT
10 - CHILDRENrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY ndash Camp Harmony ndash more information to come
11 - THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT
18 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT
19 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
25 - MERRY CHIRSTMAS
26 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
31 - NEW YEARrsquoS EVE
2017 District Events and Meetings
This calendar will be updated as we receive dates from your groups please send your important dates to the District Office
ASAP to insure they will be on the District Calendar Thank you EVENTS ARE CODED AS
District Events open for anyone in the District to attend - CAPS Meetings such as District Leadership Team Camp Board Home Trustees and events beyond the District - small print Youth and Childrenrsquos Activities - ITALICS amp CAPS
SUGGESTIONS FOR USE KEEP FOR REFERENCE WHEN SETTING LOCAL CHURCH DATES Each month check this page in District HIGHLIGHTS for changesadditions Keep your calendar updated
JANUARY 2017
1 - HAPPY NEW YEAR
8 - EPIPHANY
18-25 - WEEK OF PRAYER FOR CHRISTIAN UNITY
30 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
FEBRUARY 2017
9 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
18 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
20 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
MARCH 2017
1 - ASH WEDNESDAY
3 - WORLD DAY OF PRAYER
5 - FIRST SUNDAY OF LENT
12 - DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME BEGINS (Turn clocks AHEAD one hour)
12 - SECOND SUNDAY OF LENT
19 - THIRD SUNDAY OF LENT
20 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
26 - ONE GREAT HOUR OF SHARING
26 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF LENT
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
APRIL 2017
2 - FIFTH SUNDAY OF LENT
9 - PALM SUNDAY
13 - MAUNDY THURSDAY
14 - GOOD FRIDAY
16 - ALLELUIA CHRIST IS RISEN
17 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
22 - Earth Day
24 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
MAY 2017
4 - NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER
7 - NATIONAL YOUTH SUNDAY
5-6 - District Womenrsquos Retreat ndash Camp Harmony
11 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
14 - HAPPY MOTHERrsquoS DAY
20 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
22 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
25 - ASCENSION DAY
29 - MEMORIAL DAY
29 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
JUNE 2017
4 - HAPPY BIRTHDAY CHURCH (Pentecost Sunday)
4 - Annual Conference Briefing Geiger COB
18 - HAPPY FATHERrsquoS DAY
19 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
26 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
28 -ANNUAL CONFERENCE (begins) Grand Rapids Michigan
JULY 2017
2 - ANNUAL CONFERENCE (concludes) Greensboro North Carolina
4 - INDEPENDENCE DAY
20 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm - Beachley Residence (District Conference Business)
24 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
28 - District Leadership Team 6 pm Arbutus Church (District Conference Business)
31 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
AUGUST 2017
21 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
28 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
SEPTEMBER 2017
4 - LABOR DAY
14 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
16 - CAMP HARMONY FESTIVAL
18 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
21 - DAY OF PRAYER FOR PEACE
23 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
25 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
OCTOBER 2017
1 - WORLD COMMUNION SUNDAY
21 - District Conference 9 am Camp Harmony
23 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
30 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
NOVEMBER 2017
4 - ELEVENTH ANNUAL DISTRICT AUCTION 9 am Camp Harmony
5 - DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME ENDS (Turn clocks BACK one hour)
9 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
18 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
20 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
23 - HAPPY THANKSGIVING
26 - FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
DECEMBER 2017
3 - SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT
9 - CHILDRENrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY ndash Camp Harmony ndash more information to come
10 - THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT
17 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT
18 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
25 - MERRY CHIRSTMAS
- Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
31 - NEW YEARrsquoS EVE
PLEASE NOTE Dates will be added or changed as needed If your District group team or committee has additions or changes to this calendar please contact the District Office as soon as possible Your help is much appreciated
Thanks very much for keeping the reports coming in The NEW Form B that comes from the Yearbook Office in Elgin and updates contact information about your congregationrsquos board or leadership team chair the treasurer a deacon contact and a number of other contact persons will be coming to congregations and contact persons soon Please be sure to review the material provided on Form B and make updates as they are needed Complete addresses and phone numbers are appreciated as well as email addresses if they are available The Additional Officers
Form for 2016 will be sent from the District Office soon
In addition the Congregational Outreach Form for 20162017 has been sent from the COB Stewardship Office and is due by December 1 2016 If you have a question you will need to contact the Stewardship Office at 800-323-8039 ext 361 A downloadable version of the form as well as a new fillable option is also available at wwwbrethrenorgstewardship Feel free to use that option in order to switch to paperless reporting
The forms listed below were received in the District Office as of November 20 ALL of these informational forms are important to both the district and the denomination The updated forms are sent to Elgin and they provide a copy for the District Office If you have a question about a form please donrsquot hesitate to contact Tina at 814 479-2181 or toll free 1-866-279-2181 Your prompt attention to this task will be appreciated Thanks
Church Code
Church Name
Form A
Form B
2015 Statistical Report
Additional Officers
Self-Allocation
37-010 Arbutus
37-015 Beachdale
37-020 Bear Run
37-030 Berkey
37-050 Bethel
37-060 Brothersvalley
37-068 Canaan
37-070 Center
37-080 Center Hill
37-090 Conemaugh
37-100 Connellsville
37-110 County Line
37-130 Elbethel
37-140 Erie Community United
37-150 Fairchance
37-160 Fair View
37-170 Farmington Bethel
37-190 Geiger
37-195 Good Samaritan
37-200 Greensburg
37-210 Greenville
37-220 Hooversville
37-230 Hostetler
37-240 Hyndman
37-250 Indiana
37-310 Ligonier First
37-320 Locust Grove
37-340 Maple Glen
37-350 Maple Grove
37-360 Maple Spring
37-380 Meyersdale
37-390 Middlecreek
37-400 Monroeville
37-410 Montgomery
Church Code
Church Name
Form A
Form B
2015 Statistical Report
Additional Officers
Self-Allocation
37-260 Morrellville
37-420 Mount Joy
37-430 Mount Pleasant
37-270 Moxham
37-440 Nanty Glo
37-450 Natrona Heights
37-460 Oakdale
37-470 Penn Run
37-475 Pike Run
37-480 Pleasant Hill
37-500 Plumcreek
37-505 Purchase Line
37-508 Rayman
37-510 Robinson
37-520 Rockton
37-530 Rockwood
37-280 Roxbury
37-540 Rummel
37-550 Salisbury
37-560 Scalp Level
37-570 Shade CreekRidge
37-580 Sipesville
37-590 Somerset
37-620 Ten Mile
37-630 Tire Hill
37-635 Union Chapel
37-640 Uniontown
37-290 Walnut Grove
37-645 Way of Hope
37-300 Westmont
37-650 Windber
37-660 Wooddale
2016 District Events and Meetings
This calendar will be updated as we receive dates from your groups please send your important dates to the District Office
ASAP to insure they will be on the District Calendar Thank you EVENTS ARE CODED AS
District Events open for anyone in the District to attend - CAPS Meetings such as District Leadership Team Camp Board Home Trustees and events beyond the District - small print Youth and Childrenrsquos Activities -ITALICS amp CAPS
SUGGESTIONS FOR USE KEEP FOR REFERENCE WHEN SETTING LOCAL CHURCH DATES Each month check this page in District HIGHLIGHTS for changesadditions Keep your calendar updated
DECEMBER 2016
4 - SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT
10 - CHILDRENrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY ndash Camp Harmony ndash more information to come
11 - THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT
18 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT
19 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
25 - MERRY CHIRSTMAS
26 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
31 - NEW YEARrsquoS EVE
2017 District Events and Meetings
This calendar will be updated as we receive dates from your groups please send your important dates to the District Office
ASAP to insure they will be on the District Calendar Thank you EVENTS ARE CODED AS
District Events open for anyone in the District to attend - CAPS Meetings such as District Leadership Team Camp Board Home Trustees and events beyond the District - small print Youth and Childrenrsquos Activities - ITALICS amp CAPS
SUGGESTIONS FOR USE KEEP FOR REFERENCE WHEN SETTING LOCAL CHURCH DATES Each month check this page in District HIGHLIGHTS for changesadditions Keep your calendar updated
JANUARY 2017
1 - HAPPY NEW YEAR
8 - EPIPHANY
18-25 - WEEK OF PRAYER FOR CHRISTIAN UNITY
30 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
FEBRUARY 2017
9 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
18 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
20 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
MARCH 2017
1 - ASH WEDNESDAY
3 - WORLD DAY OF PRAYER
5 - FIRST SUNDAY OF LENT
12 - DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME BEGINS (Turn clocks AHEAD one hour)
12 - SECOND SUNDAY OF LENT
19 - THIRD SUNDAY OF LENT
20 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
26 - ONE GREAT HOUR OF SHARING
26 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF LENT
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
APRIL 2017
2 - FIFTH SUNDAY OF LENT
9 - PALM SUNDAY
13 - MAUNDY THURSDAY
14 - GOOD FRIDAY
16 - ALLELUIA CHRIST IS RISEN
17 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
22 - Earth Day
24 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
MAY 2017
4 - NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER
7 - NATIONAL YOUTH SUNDAY
5-6 - District Womenrsquos Retreat ndash Camp Harmony
11 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
14 - HAPPY MOTHERrsquoS DAY
20 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
22 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
25 - ASCENSION DAY
29 - MEMORIAL DAY
29 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
JUNE 2017
4 - HAPPY BIRTHDAY CHURCH (Pentecost Sunday)
4 - Annual Conference Briefing Geiger COB
18 - HAPPY FATHERrsquoS DAY
19 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
26 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
28 -ANNUAL CONFERENCE (begins) Grand Rapids Michigan
JULY 2017
2 - ANNUAL CONFERENCE (concludes) Greensboro North Carolina
4 - INDEPENDENCE DAY
20 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm - Beachley Residence (District Conference Business)
24 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
28 - District Leadership Team 6 pm Arbutus Church (District Conference Business)
31 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
AUGUST 2017
21 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
28 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
SEPTEMBER 2017
4 - LABOR DAY
14 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
16 - CAMP HARMONY FESTIVAL
18 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
21 - DAY OF PRAYER FOR PEACE
23 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
25 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
OCTOBER 2017
1 - WORLD COMMUNION SUNDAY
21 - District Conference 9 am Camp Harmony
23 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
30 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
NOVEMBER 2017
4 - ELEVENTH ANNUAL DISTRICT AUCTION 9 am Camp Harmony
5 - DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME ENDS (Turn clocks BACK one hour)
9 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
18 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
20 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
23 - HAPPY THANKSGIVING
26 - FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
DECEMBER 2017
3 - SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT
9 - CHILDRENrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY ndash Camp Harmony ndash more information to come
10 - THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT
17 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT
18 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
25 - MERRY CHIRSTMAS
- Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
31 - NEW YEARrsquoS EVE
PLEASE NOTE Dates will be added or changed as needed If your District group team or committee has additions or changes to this calendar please contact the District Office as soon as possible Your help is much appreciated
Church Code
Church Name
Form A
Form B
2015 Statistical Report
Additional Officers
Self-Allocation
37-260 Morrellville
37-420 Mount Joy
37-430 Mount Pleasant
37-270 Moxham
37-440 Nanty Glo
37-450 Natrona Heights
37-460 Oakdale
37-470 Penn Run
37-475 Pike Run
37-480 Pleasant Hill
37-500 Plumcreek
37-505 Purchase Line
37-508 Rayman
37-510 Robinson
37-520 Rockton
37-530 Rockwood
37-280 Roxbury
37-540 Rummel
37-550 Salisbury
37-560 Scalp Level
37-570 Shade CreekRidge
37-580 Sipesville
37-590 Somerset
37-620 Ten Mile
37-630 Tire Hill
37-635 Union Chapel
37-640 Uniontown
37-290 Walnut Grove
37-645 Way of Hope
37-300 Westmont
37-650 Windber
37-660 Wooddale
2016 District Events and Meetings
This calendar will be updated as we receive dates from your groups please send your important dates to the District Office
ASAP to insure they will be on the District Calendar Thank you EVENTS ARE CODED AS
District Events open for anyone in the District to attend - CAPS Meetings such as District Leadership Team Camp Board Home Trustees and events beyond the District - small print Youth and Childrenrsquos Activities -ITALICS amp CAPS
SUGGESTIONS FOR USE KEEP FOR REFERENCE WHEN SETTING LOCAL CHURCH DATES Each month check this page in District HIGHLIGHTS for changesadditions Keep your calendar updated
DECEMBER 2016
4 - SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT
10 - CHILDRENrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY ndash Camp Harmony ndash more information to come
11 - THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT
18 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT
19 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
25 - MERRY CHIRSTMAS
26 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
31 - NEW YEARrsquoS EVE
2017 District Events and Meetings
This calendar will be updated as we receive dates from your groups please send your important dates to the District Office
ASAP to insure they will be on the District Calendar Thank you EVENTS ARE CODED AS
District Events open for anyone in the District to attend - CAPS Meetings such as District Leadership Team Camp Board Home Trustees and events beyond the District - small print Youth and Childrenrsquos Activities - ITALICS amp CAPS
SUGGESTIONS FOR USE KEEP FOR REFERENCE WHEN SETTING LOCAL CHURCH DATES Each month check this page in District HIGHLIGHTS for changesadditions Keep your calendar updated
JANUARY 2017
1 - HAPPY NEW YEAR
8 - EPIPHANY
18-25 - WEEK OF PRAYER FOR CHRISTIAN UNITY
30 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
FEBRUARY 2017
9 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
18 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
20 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
MARCH 2017
1 - ASH WEDNESDAY
3 - WORLD DAY OF PRAYER
5 - FIRST SUNDAY OF LENT
12 - DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME BEGINS (Turn clocks AHEAD one hour)
12 - SECOND SUNDAY OF LENT
19 - THIRD SUNDAY OF LENT
20 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
26 - ONE GREAT HOUR OF SHARING
26 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF LENT
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
APRIL 2017
2 - FIFTH SUNDAY OF LENT
9 - PALM SUNDAY
13 - MAUNDY THURSDAY
14 - GOOD FRIDAY
16 - ALLELUIA CHRIST IS RISEN
17 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
22 - Earth Day
24 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
MAY 2017
4 - NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER
7 - NATIONAL YOUTH SUNDAY
5-6 - District Womenrsquos Retreat ndash Camp Harmony
11 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
14 - HAPPY MOTHERrsquoS DAY
20 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
22 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
25 - ASCENSION DAY
29 - MEMORIAL DAY
29 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
JUNE 2017
4 - HAPPY BIRTHDAY CHURCH (Pentecost Sunday)
4 - Annual Conference Briefing Geiger COB
18 - HAPPY FATHERrsquoS DAY
19 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
26 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
28 -ANNUAL CONFERENCE (begins) Grand Rapids Michigan
JULY 2017
2 - ANNUAL CONFERENCE (concludes) Greensboro North Carolina
4 - INDEPENDENCE DAY
20 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm - Beachley Residence (District Conference Business)
24 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
28 - District Leadership Team 6 pm Arbutus Church (District Conference Business)
31 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
AUGUST 2017
21 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
28 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
SEPTEMBER 2017
4 - LABOR DAY
14 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
16 - CAMP HARMONY FESTIVAL
18 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
21 - DAY OF PRAYER FOR PEACE
23 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
25 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
OCTOBER 2017
1 - WORLD COMMUNION SUNDAY
21 - District Conference 9 am Camp Harmony
23 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
30 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
NOVEMBER 2017
4 - ELEVENTH ANNUAL DISTRICT AUCTION 9 am Camp Harmony
5 - DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME ENDS (Turn clocks BACK one hour)
9 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
18 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
20 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
23 - HAPPY THANKSGIVING
26 - FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
DECEMBER 2017
3 - SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT
9 - CHILDRENrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY ndash Camp Harmony ndash more information to come
10 - THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT
17 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT
18 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
25 - MERRY CHIRSTMAS
- Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
31 - NEW YEARrsquoS EVE
PLEASE NOTE Dates will be added or changed as needed If your District group team or committee has additions or changes to this calendar please contact the District Office as soon as possible Your help is much appreciated
2016 District Events and Meetings
This calendar will be updated as we receive dates from your groups please send your important dates to the District Office
ASAP to insure they will be on the District Calendar Thank you EVENTS ARE CODED AS
District Events open for anyone in the District to attend - CAPS Meetings such as District Leadership Team Camp Board Home Trustees and events beyond the District - small print Youth and Childrenrsquos Activities -ITALICS amp CAPS
SUGGESTIONS FOR USE KEEP FOR REFERENCE WHEN SETTING LOCAL CHURCH DATES Each month check this page in District HIGHLIGHTS for changesadditions Keep your calendar updated
DECEMBER 2016
4 - SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT
10 - CHILDRENrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY ndash Camp Harmony ndash more information to come
11 - THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT
18 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT
19 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
25 - MERRY CHIRSTMAS
26 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
31 - NEW YEARrsquoS EVE
2017 District Events and Meetings
This calendar will be updated as we receive dates from your groups please send your important dates to the District Office
ASAP to insure they will be on the District Calendar Thank you EVENTS ARE CODED AS
District Events open for anyone in the District to attend - CAPS Meetings such as District Leadership Team Camp Board Home Trustees and events beyond the District - small print Youth and Childrenrsquos Activities - ITALICS amp CAPS
SUGGESTIONS FOR USE KEEP FOR REFERENCE WHEN SETTING LOCAL CHURCH DATES Each month check this page in District HIGHLIGHTS for changesadditions Keep your calendar updated
JANUARY 2017
1 - HAPPY NEW YEAR
8 - EPIPHANY
18-25 - WEEK OF PRAYER FOR CHRISTIAN UNITY
30 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
FEBRUARY 2017
9 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
18 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
20 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
MARCH 2017
1 - ASH WEDNESDAY
3 - WORLD DAY OF PRAYER
5 - FIRST SUNDAY OF LENT
12 - DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME BEGINS (Turn clocks AHEAD one hour)
12 - SECOND SUNDAY OF LENT
19 - THIRD SUNDAY OF LENT
20 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
26 - ONE GREAT HOUR OF SHARING
26 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF LENT
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
APRIL 2017
2 - FIFTH SUNDAY OF LENT
9 - PALM SUNDAY
13 - MAUNDY THURSDAY
14 - GOOD FRIDAY
16 - ALLELUIA CHRIST IS RISEN
17 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
22 - Earth Day
24 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
MAY 2017
4 - NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER
7 - NATIONAL YOUTH SUNDAY
5-6 - District Womenrsquos Retreat ndash Camp Harmony
11 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
14 - HAPPY MOTHERrsquoS DAY
20 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
22 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
25 - ASCENSION DAY
29 - MEMORIAL DAY
29 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
JUNE 2017
4 - HAPPY BIRTHDAY CHURCH (Pentecost Sunday)
4 - Annual Conference Briefing Geiger COB
18 - HAPPY FATHERrsquoS DAY
19 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
26 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
28 -ANNUAL CONFERENCE (begins) Grand Rapids Michigan
JULY 2017
2 - ANNUAL CONFERENCE (concludes) Greensboro North Carolina
4 - INDEPENDENCE DAY
20 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm - Beachley Residence (District Conference Business)
24 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
28 - District Leadership Team 6 pm Arbutus Church (District Conference Business)
31 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
AUGUST 2017
21 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
28 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
SEPTEMBER 2017
4 - LABOR DAY
14 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
16 - CAMP HARMONY FESTIVAL
18 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
21 - DAY OF PRAYER FOR PEACE
23 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
25 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
OCTOBER 2017
1 - WORLD COMMUNION SUNDAY
21 - District Conference 9 am Camp Harmony
23 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
30 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
NOVEMBER 2017
4 - ELEVENTH ANNUAL DISTRICT AUCTION 9 am Camp Harmony
5 - DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME ENDS (Turn clocks BACK one hour)
9 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
18 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
20 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
23 - HAPPY THANKSGIVING
26 - FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
DECEMBER 2017
3 - SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT
9 - CHILDRENrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY ndash Camp Harmony ndash more information to come
10 - THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT
17 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT
18 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
25 - MERRY CHIRSTMAS
- Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
31 - NEW YEARrsquoS EVE
PLEASE NOTE Dates will be added or changed as needed If your District group team or committee has additions or changes to this calendar please contact the District Office as soon as possible Your help is much appreciated
2017 District Events and Meetings
This calendar will be updated as we receive dates from your groups please send your important dates to the District Office
ASAP to insure they will be on the District Calendar Thank you EVENTS ARE CODED AS
District Events open for anyone in the District to attend - CAPS Meetings such as District Leadership Team Camp Board Home Trustees and events beyond the District - small print Youth and Childrenrsquos Activities - ITALICS amp CAPS
SUGGESTIONS FOR USE KEEP FOR REFERENCE WHEN SETTING LOCAL CHURCH DATES Each month check this page in District HIGHLIGHTS for changesadditions Keep your calendar updated
JANUARY 2017
1 - HAPPY NEW YEAR
8 - EPIPHANY
18-25 - WEEK OF PRAYER FOR CHRISTIAN UNITY
30 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
FEBRUARY 2017
9 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
18 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
20 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
MARCH 2017
1 - ASH WEDNESDAY
3 - WORLD DAY OF PRAYER
5 - FIRST SUNDAY OF LENT
12 - DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME BEGINS (Turn clocks AHEAD one hour)
12 - SECOND SUNDAY OF LENT
19 - THIRD SUNDAY OF LENT
20 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
26 - ONE GREAT HOUR OF SHARING
26 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF LENT
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
APRIL 2017
2 - FIFTH SUNDAY OF LENT
9 - PALM SUNDAY
13 - MAUNDY THURSDAY
14 - GOOD FRIDAY
16 - ALLELUIA CHRIST IS RISEN
17 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
22 - Earth Day
24 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
MAY 2017
4 - NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER
7 - NATIONAL YOUTH SUNDAY
5-6 - District Womenrsquos Retreat ndash Camp Harmony
11 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
14 - HAPPY MOTHERrsquoS DAY
20 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
22 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
25 - ASCENSION DAY
29 - MEMORIAL DAY
29 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
JUNE 2017
4 - HAPPY BIRTHDAY CHURCH (Pentecost Sunday)
4 - Annual Conference Briefing Geiger COB
18 - HAPPY FATHERrsquoS DAY
19 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
26 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
28 -ANNUAL CONFERENCE (begins) Grand Rapids Michigan
JULY 2017
2 - ANNUAL CONFERENCE (concludes) Greensboro North Carolina
4 - INDEPENDENCE DAY
20 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm - Beachley Residence (District Conference Business)
24 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
28 - District Leadership Team 6 pm Arbutus Church (District Conference Business)
31 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
AUGUST 2017
21 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
28 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
SEPTEMBER 2017
4 - LABOR DAY
14 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
16 - CAMP HARMONY FESTIVAL
18 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
21 - DAY OF PRAYER FOR PEACE
23 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
25 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
OCTOBER 2017
1 - WORLD COMMUNION SUNDAY
21 - District Conference 9 am Camp Harmony
23 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
30 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
NOVEMBER 2017
4 - ELEVENTH ANNUAL DISTRICT AUCTION 9 am Camp Harmony
5 - DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME ENDS (Turn clocks BACK one hour)
9 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
18 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
20 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
23 - HAPPY THANKSGIVING
26 - FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
DECEMBER 2017
3 - SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT
9 - CHILDRENrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY ndash Camp Harmony ndash more information to come
10 - THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT
17 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT
18 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
25 - MERRY CHIRSTMAS
- Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
31 - NEW YEARrsquoS EVE
PLEASE NOTE Dates will be added or changed as needed If your District group team or committee has additions or changes to this calendar please contact the District Office as soon as possible Your help is much appreciated
MAY 2017
4 - NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER
7 - NATIONAL YOUTH SUNDAY
5-6 - District Womenrsquos Retreat ndash Camp Harmony
11 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
14 - HAPPY MOTHERrsquoS DAY
20 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
22 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
25 - ASCENSION DAY
29 - MEMORIAL DAY
29 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
JUNE 2017
4 - HAPPY BIRTHDAY CHURCH (Pentecost Sunday)
4 - Annual Conference Briefing Geiger COB
18 - HAPPY FATHERrsquoS DAY
19 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
26 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
28 -ANNUAL CONFERENCE (begins) Grand Rapids Michigan
JULY 2017
2 - ANNUAL CONFERENCE (concludes) Greensboro North Carolina
4 - INDEPENDENCE DAY
20 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm - Beachley Residence (District Conference Business)
24 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
28 - District Leadership Team 6 pm Arbutus Church (District Conference Business)
31 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
AUGUST 2017
21 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
28 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
SEPTEMBER 2017
4 - LABOR DAY
14 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
16 - CAMP HARMONY FESTIVAL
18 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
21 - DAY OF PRAYER FOR PEACE
23 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
25 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
OCTOBER 2017
1 - WORLD COMMUNION SUNDAY
21 - District Conference 9 am Camp Harmony
23 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
30 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
NOVEMBER 2017
4 - ELEVENTH ANNUAL DISTRICT AUCTION 9 am Camp Harmony
5 - DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME ENDS (Turn clocks BACK one hour)
9 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
18 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
20 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
23 - HAPPY THANKSGIVING
26 - FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
DECEMBER 2017
3 - SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT
9 - CHILDRENrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY ndash Camp Harmony ndash more information to come
10 - THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT
17 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT
18 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
25 - MERRY CHIRSTMAS
- Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
31 - NEW YEARrsquoS EVE
PLEASE NOTE Dates will be added or changed as needed If your District group team or committee has additions or changes to this calendar please contact the District Office as soon as possible Your help is much appreciated
NOVEMBER 2017
4 - ELEVENTH ANNUAL DISTRICT AUCTION 9 am Camp Harmony
5 - DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME ENDS (Turn clocks BACK one hour)
9 - Core Leadership Team 6 pm District Office
18 - District Leadership Team 9 am TBA
20 - Brethren Home Trustees Executive Committee 630 pm
23 - HAPPY THANKSGIVING
26 - FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT
27 - Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
DECEMBER 2017
3 - SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT
9 - CHILDRENrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY ndash Camp Harmony ndash more information to come
10 - THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT
17 - FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT
18 - Brethren Home Community Trustees 630 pm
25 - MERRY CHIRSTMAS
- Camp Harmony Board of Directors ndash Committees 630 pm Board 7 pm
31 - NEW YEARrsquoS EVE
PLEASE NOTE Dates will be added or changed as needed If your District group team or committee has additions or changes to this calendar please contact the District Office as soon as possible Your help is much appreciated