March-April 2020

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Experience Lent and Easter at Trinity; invite others

April 5. Palm/Passion Sunday. 8:30 am. Nave and Fellowship Hall

11:00 am. Nave and Fellowship Hall Palms also on Sat., Apr. 4, at 5:30 pm

April 6 Holy Monday. Look on our website for a brief video of the day.

April 7 Holy Tuesday. Look on our website for a brief video of the day.

April 8 Holy Wednesday. Look on our website for a brief video of the day.

April 9 Maundy Thursday. 7 pm. Nave. Day One of Triduum.

April 10 Good Friday. Noon-3 pm. Nave. Come/go as you can.

7 pm. Nave. Day Two of Triduum (Tenebrae service).

April 11 Easter Vigil. 7 pm. Nave. Day Three of Triduum.

April 12 Easter Sunday. 8 am. Nave and Fellowship Hall

9:30 am. Nave and Fellowship Hall

11 am. Nave and Fellowship Hall

During Lent, will you give UP

something? Or give TO something?

Lent began Feb. 26. This season, let’s Think Outside

the Box! You can give something up, just as Jesus

sacrificed for us. At the same time, you can give TO

something to serve others, also as Jesus did. So pick

up a Lenten Offering Box in the Gathering Space, add money daily during Lent, and let your dollars go “outside” to support orphans in Guatemala and programs at the Camp Curtin YMCA. You can also donate online at www.trinitycamphill.org/donate.

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Learn about our four new Council members Four members were elected to Congregation Council on Jan. 26 at our annual meeting.

Charlie Suhr, Council President

• Church background. Joined Trinity in 2006.

• Childhood: Lived in State College; member of Grace Lutheran.

• Education. J.D., Temple University School of Law; M.S., The University of Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa; B.S., The Pennsylvania State University.

• Work. Attorney, Stevens & Lee. Concentrates in real estate with emphasis on land development. Before law school, Charlie was a geostatistician in the South African gold mining industry.

• Family. Married to Amy; they live in Mechanicsburg. Daughters are Christine (Arlington, VA) and Bridget (University of Delaware).

• Other. Likes travel and cooking. During college, was counselor at Camp Sequanota, Camp Nawakwa, and Camp Kirchenwald.

Mike Akers

• Church background. Member since 2013.

• Childhood. Hometown is Johnstown, PA.

• Education. B.A., University of Pittsburgh.

• Work. Vice President and Financial Advisor, Truist Financial, Scott & Stringfellow.

• Family. Married to Cheryl; they live in Camp Hill. Cheryl is a member of our Community Outreach Team. Their two adult children are son Hayden and daughter Logan.

• Other. Avid outdoorsman. Says “The best way of learning is to DO.” Served four years on the board of the Big 33 Football Scholarship Committee; was appointed by the governor to the State of PA’s Charter Schools Appeal Board; past president of Camp Hill Baseball Association.

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(l-r): Rev. Dr. Jack Horner, Lead Pastor Rev. John Brock, Ministry Director for Parish Life Rev. Elizabeth Frey, Ministry Director for Engagement

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New Council members, continued from previous page

Rob Bertram

• Church background. Member since 1984; remembers when latecomers were not seated until a certain point in the service. Was 2017 Council President; also was Council VP and served on the Administration and Personnel Committee.

• Childhood. Youngest of four children born to Depression-era parents. Been told by his children that he’s a curmudgeon.

• Education. J.D., Dickinson School of Law; B.A., The Pennsylvania State University.

• Work. Vice President and General Counsel, Ollie’s Bargain Outlet, which operates 345 stores in 25 states. Previously practiced law in Harrisburg.

• Family. Met his future wife, Lynn, in seventh grade; they married in 1994 and live in Mechanicsburg. Son Reed is 20; daughter Devon is 18.

• Other. Coached youth sports. Mentors students at Penn State. He knows the church is more important than ever and that we must evolve to remain relevant and reach individuals.

Angie Clark

• Church background. Trinity member since 1993; married here in 1991 to Dan, a member since 1988.

• Childhood: Born and raised in western Pa.; went to Kiski Area Senior High School. Her mother is still living in Apollo, and Angie goes back often to help with family business.

• Education. B.S., Rehab Education, Penn State.

• Work. Teaches at Trinity’s preschool.

• Family. Dan and Angie live in Camp Hill and have three children: Greg, Morgan, and Noah. The Clarks also have three “fur kids”: Bella, Ellie, and Max, all rescues. Max is a new rescue and “a wonderful addition to our family.”

• Other. Enjoys reading, gardening, hiking, music, and dogs.

What’s up with Box Tops for Education?

Get the whole story at www.boxtops4education.com/, but here’s the short version:

When you buy participating products—and there are many—

schools get credits to purchase needed supplies. For years, our Trinity Tutors have been collecting and donating boxtops for Harrisburg’s Downey, Foose, and Scott elementary schools. So if you see any of “THE OLD” labels (at right, top), clip and put them in the marked box in the Gathering Space. It’s that easy!

What’s new is this: The program is transitioning to digital, meaning you’ll see “THE NEW” labels (at right, center)that cannot be clipped. Instead, you’ll

install the free Box Tops app (also pictured) on your cell phone, scan your store receipt within two weeks of purchase, and instantly add Box Top credits to the school you’ve selected. So get shopping, and get clipping and/or scanning: the school you select will be very appreciative!

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to our newest members Feb. 1-2, 2020

Sam Abraham, Mechanicsburg, looks forward to Bible study, worship, and music. He is retired from state government. →

Josh Bagwell and Roberta

Korycinski, Mechanicsburg, were looking for a Christian community after moving here from the West Coast. They both work in marketing.

Marc and Trish Campbell, Mechanicsburg, look forward to fellowship at Trinity. He works in hospitality management, and she is a

payroll administrator. They have a son, Cole, born just last year in mid-October.

Ed Brezina, Camp Hill, is married to Trinity member

Bonnie Brezina. They have two adult children and like connecting here with people of like beliefs. Ed is retired.

Norma Ickes, Harrisburg, is glad to worship with our faith community. She is a fiscal analyst with the PA Dept. of Revenue and has two adult children.

Susan Kennihan, Lemoyne, moved here from Chicago and looks forward to meeting new friends after leaving friends of 30 years. She is a retired second grade teacher and brings her grandchildren to our preschool.

Sean and Deborah Hannon, Mechanicsburg, hope to meet others in similar life stages. Sean is a casino licensing manager with the PA Gaming Control Board; Deborah is president of PA Legislative Services. They have two adult children.

Emile Komykoski, Mechanicsburg, is married

to David Komykoski. They have an infant son,

Rory James (baptism Mar. 1), and look forward to his growing to love and know God.

Lori England, Camp Hill, looks forward to being part of a large church in which her family can get involved. She is

married to Randy

England; daughter

Addison is in second grade.

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to our newest members Feb. 1-2, 2020

Ryan and Jess Levendusky, Dillsburg, are the parents of

young Blake and Blair. Ryan is with Levendusky Landscape;

Jess is with CPRS Physical Therapy. They look forward to increasing their family’s relationship with Jesus.

Jason Sourbeer, Camp Hill, a commercial real

estate broker, is married to Trinity member Sheena

Sourbeer. Daughter Liv was born last July.

Meghon Leiter, New Cumberland, looks forward to getting closer to God here at Trinity. She is a supervisor in rehabilitation services. Meghon and Trinity member

Amanda Leiter were married just this past December.

Dr. Tom and Linda

Pheasant, like the “feeling of belonging” here. They live in Wormleysburg and have two adult children. He is a retired vitreoretinal surgeon.

Ryan and Lee Pietzsch, Mechanicsburg, are glad to be part of our church family. Ryan is a subject matter expert in driver safety; Lee is in business management.

Daughter Ellery is in Confirmation class.

Kurt Williams, Carlisle, is an attorney with Salzmann Hughes, PC. He was confirmed here and is glad to be back.

Charles and Vicki Sourbeer, Mechanicsburg, love Trinity and its people. They have two sons; Jason is also a new member. Charles is executive vice president with Wilsbach Distributors.

Adrian and Kate Murray, Camp Hill, are the

parents of August, Kian, and Noble. The family looks forward to connecting and growing in faith. Adrian is a product manager for Refinitiv.

to our newest members

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Come to this

new Sunday

class through

March 29

Pastor Jack and Linda Horner will lead Famous Last

Words and discuss some of the last words of Jesus at a time when he knew death was approaching. Jesus’ famous last words can help us to live the life God intended for us. Meet at 9:45 am in Room 237.

All-you-can eat pancakes It’s all-you-can-eat pancakes and sausage at our

Youth Group-hosted breakast on Saturday, March 7,

from 7:30-10:30. Reasonable prices, good food, great cause—funds support our senior high youth group’s mission trip this summer. Details online.

NEW Vacation Bible School!

June 15-19

9-11:30 am Toddler, Preschool

& Elementary

6-8 pm Elementary only

More

details

soon

Kids love it,

learn much,

and they

remember!

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www.trinitycamphill.org/wednesdayconnect

Connect and learn on

Wednesdays through April 1

Please help to take care of our Trinity grounds Contact Bruce Bigelow: 717-761-3289 or nbbigs@comcast.net

Mowers cut grass, trim hedges, etc., through October, two hours weekly. Gardeners “adopt” a flower bed and provide care for the season. Spring clean-up: Sat., April 4, 9 am-noon. Bring gloves, rake. Rain date April 11.

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Say happy birthday!

And guess who’s turning 100?

It’s Grace Morgan! Stop by Trinity on Sat., Mar. 28, between noon and 5 pm

to celebrate! Or send a card to 15 Marshall Dr., Camp Hill, PA 17011. Grace

was born on Mar. 25, 1920.

Let’s wish the following at-home members a wonderful birthday, too, plus Trinity staff members Steve Kauffman (Apr. 25) and Zandra Bishop (May 13).

Apr. 3 Adrienne “Nicki” Nailor 153 Logan Rd, Ste. 109 Dillsburg, PA 17019

Apr. 14 John Smither 655 Willow Way Mechanicsburg, PA 17050

Apr. 16 Barbara McCulloh 4833 E. Trindle Rd., #536. Mechanicsburg, PA 17050

Apr. 16 Mary “Mel” Robertson 4351 Crestview Rd. Harrisburg, PA 17112

Apr. 17 Edna Lauver 220 Cardinal Rd. Lititz, PA 17543

May 6 Jane Davis 822 Oak Oval Mechanicsburg, PA 17055

May 11 Helen Greene 5225 Wilson Ln., Ste. 1105 Mechanicsburg, PA 17055

May 12 Helen Liddick 1205 S. 28th St. Harrisburg, PA 17111

May 12 Gloria Zerbe 824 Lisburn Rd., #317 Camp Hill, PA 17011

May 13 Lee Kunkle 5225 Wilson Ln., Ste. 122 Mechanicsburg, PA 17055

May 14 Jeanne Henderson 852 Wynnewood Rd.

Camp Hill, PA 17011

Discuss these great books

March 15. Heartland: A Memoir of Working Hard and Being Broke in the Richest Country on Earth, by Sarah Smarsh. A look into the lives of poor, working-class Americans in the heartland.

April 19. The Day the World Came to Town: 9/11 in Gander, Newfoundland, by Jim DeFede. True story behind 9/11 events that inspired Broadway’s hit musical, “Come from Away.”

Ash Wednesday: Reaching out

Jesus commanded us to go into the world with the message of

God’s forgivenss. Trinity did that on Ash Wednesday in a brief but meaningful “drive-through” service between 7 and 9 am

in our parking lot. Over two hours, 55 people drove through to

pray and be marked by our pastors with the sign of the cross.

Our goal was to reach people who could not attend our in-

church services at noon and 7 pm, such as those on their way to work and unable to get time off, people with illnesses or conditions that make group contact unwise or uncomfortable, parents with very young children, or folks with mobility issues.

We also longed to bring Jesus’ message to those not at ease in a large church, or who

never received ashes, or who are disconnected, disenfranchised, or otherwise “lost” and in need of God’s great love and mercy.

Let us be thankful to be called and strenthened by Jesus.

See the Every Member Prayer list weekly in the Trinity Weekly (formerly Trinity Today), which is in our worship bulletins and also online. Go to www.trinitycamphill.org; click on “News and Events.”

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2000 Chestnut Street, Camp Hill, PA 17011-5461 717.737.8635 www.trinitycamphill.org

Volunteers John Crowe (orange vest), John Artevich, and Bruce Bigelow guided cars to Pastor Brock (left), Pastor Frey (right), and Pastor Horner.