New Beginnings "We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not destroyed." 2 Corinthians 4:8-9 As the end of the year fast approaches, we often reflect on what has happened in our lives during the year. Maybe it was a year of great blessings and significant breakthroughs. Maybe it was a year of deep disappointments and major changes in our lives. Maybe it was a year of sitting in neutral, spending time in God’s waiting room. Whatever kind of year it was, we can be grateful because it was a year spent with God. We can be hopeful because God has promised us new beginnings. We can rejoice because we have been given the indescribable gift of salvation. With God in our lives, every day is a new beginning. This is a new day for you, a new year, a new life, so wake up to God’s blessings. ~ Patricia Bankhead (Faith Writers, January 1, 2008)

LIFE LINE Linglestown Life: A United Methodist Church 

January 1, 2009   Volume 18 Issue 1 

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Dear LLUMC,

Thank you all so much for your monetary gift that you gave to the relief fund after our house fire. We really appreciate your thoughtfulness. It meant so much to us to have your support.

Thanks again! Mark, Jenn, Gavin, & Gabby Shirk

Dear Linglestown Life Mission Fund,

Greetings from Gulfport, Mississippi. Thank you so much for your gift to the Harrisburg District Mission Trip. Twenty eight volunteers are working on four different homes for families who have been living in hurricane damaged houses or trailers for more than three years. These families are so grateful for the work we are doing and you have been a part of making it happen.

God Bless You, Rev. Deborah Heisley-Cato and the Mission Team

Thank you to everyone – from the bakers to the buyers – who participated in the cookie sale sponsored by the United Methodist Women. It was a successful sale and all boxes of the cookies were sold. UMW will use the proceeds for its 2009 Scholarship Award.

Don’t discard the cookie tines. They can be recycled back to the UMW for reuse at the next

In This Issue 

Page 2 In the Mail

Page 3 DiscipleMakers Update

Page 4 Mom’s Group Kenya Dig It

United Methodist Women Special Dates Save the Date

Bus Trip

Page 5 Nursery School News

Page 6  Investment Sunday Commitment Report

Page 7 Stewardship Report

Birthdays/Anniversaries

Page 8 What Comes Around, Goes

Page 9 Kids and Adults

Page 10 Congregational Care

Find the Balloons

Page 11 Worship Attendants

cookie sale. A recycle box is in the Hospitality Room.

Dear Annie,

I received a care package from our church and am not sure who put it together or sent it, but I thought it might have something to do with you.

Thank you very much! God bless you and I'll see you all in a week or so.

Sincerely, David Little

To the pastors and congregants of LLUMC - especially Sunshine Class and United Methodist Women,

Thank you for your numerous cards, prayers, and other thoughtful acts for our mother during the past four years. She missed her friends and activities and we know you missed her too.

Blessings, The Anna Mae Taylor Family

Thanks to all of the Linglestown family that served the funeral luncheon and provided baked goods for Anna Mae Taylor on Friday, November 21st - Joanne Houck, Mona Cunkle, Carolyn Kepler, Clara Rowe, Mary Shaub, Catherine Whittle, LaVerne Yingst, Doris Gordon, and Martha Sheaffer. Thank you for your kindness, Carol Wevodau

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DiscipleMakers 

From November Newsletter New Missionaries What resource would you say is the limiting factor to the effectiveness of missions? Is there not enough money to support the church’s efforts? Are there not enough people willing to receive the gospel? Not at all! Actually, Jesus told us what is in short supply: laborers for the harvest. “The harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few; therefore pray earnestly to the Lord of the harvest to send out laborers into his harvest.” — Matthew 9:37-38 (ESV) The Lord has recently sent two more laborers to DiscipleMakers: George and Kamala King. They both bring valuable job and ministry experience with them as they join our mission to make disciples among college students. Carin and I are particularly excited about the Kings’ joining us because we have been given the privilege and responsibility of mentoring them through their ministry support raising process! This is our first substantial ministry assignment together, and we’re very much looking forward to seeing the new ways the Lord can use us now that we’re married. Praise and Prayer * Please pray for Carin and me as we mentor the Kings. We’ll be investing a lot of time and energy in helping them; this will be challenging for us. Pray that the Lord would use this opportunity to grow us in our capacity to give of ourselves to others. * Please pray for George and Kamala as they begin raising support for their ministry with DiscipleMakers. Pray that the Lord will show His power clearly to them as He works in their hearts and provides people to join their support team. * Please ask the Lord of the Harvest to send more laborers out into his harvest field. Please pray not

only that He would lead more missionaries to DiscipleMakers, but that he would motivate many throughout the church to give up their lives for the sake of God’s Kingdom. Thank you for your faithful support! You are a participant in the work of mobilizing college students as tomorrow’s missionaries. It is a privilege to serve with you.

From December Newsletter Dear friends, God announced the birth of His Son very dramatically. He sent a whole army of angels to help convey the message, which began with the words at the top of this page: “Glory to God in the highest.” This time of year we too often sing those words, sometimes in their Latin form: “Gloria in excelsis Deo.” But why do we sing it? What does it mean for us? One of the most astounding things about the truth we celebrate at Christmas is that God would care enough about us to come into this world as a man for our sake. In Jesus’ birth, God showed His involvement in the lives of His people in an unprecedented way: not only would He lead them, protect them, and provide for them, but He would walk among them in the flesh. This is how something that was not at all glorious on the surface could be the inspiration for the angels’ and our singing of God’s glory. For in Jesus’ birth, life, and death, we see that glory is not expressed through domineering power but through love. We are the recipients of that love which demonstrates God’s glory. That’s what we celebrate at Christmas, at Easter, and indeed every day of our lives. It is also the message we in DiscipleMakers share with college students. By your faithful prayers and financial support you help make it possible for young men and women to hear the good news of Jesus Christ. Thank you! Gloria in excelsis Deo! Wishing you peace and joy in Christ, Brian and Carin Roberg

Mom’s Group 

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Coming January 2009 Watch for more on this brand new ministry. If you’re interested in being part of a daytime mom’s group, contact Lori Goldmann t

or ldgoldmann@msn.com) as space is limitedChildcare will also be available.

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Kenya Dig It?  Mission Central hosts “Kenya Dig It?” on Saturday, January 17th from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm at 5 Pleasant View Drive, Mechanicsburg, PA 17055. Rebekah Wilcox, and other graduate students from Eastern University in Philadelphia, traveled to Nairobi during the last week of November, for the purpose of using the arts to bring healing and hope to children. During the event at Mission Central, you will not only hear stories and see photos of how the students used music, dance, drama, painting, poetry and other art forms to minister to children, but you will also have the opportunity to sample authentic Kenyan cuisine. If you plan to attend, please email Wanda Jacobs, Mission Central’s Mission Education Chairperson, at buddy.bettle@verizon.net or call her at 717-939-2993.

United Methodist Women  The organized unit of United Methodist Women shall be a community of women whose purpose is to know God and to experience freedom as whole persons through Jesus Christ; to develop a creative, supportive fellowship; and to expand concepts of mission through participation in the global ministries of the church. This is what we are. Women of the church, join us in finding ways to carry out our purpose. Contact Darlene Smith at 545-9600 for additional information.

Special dates New Year’s Day January 1 Epiphany January 6 Baptism of the Lord January 11 Martin Luther King Jr. Day January 19 Inauguration Day January 20 Week of Prayer for Christian Unity January 18-25

Save the Date Saturday, January 24, 2009 will transform your PASSION into ACTION! Everyone has a passion! Your passion energizes you and transforms your daily life. But have you ever considered how that passion can transform more than just you? Saturday morning, January 24 (snow date: January 31) you are invited to explore your passion and discover how putting it into action can help you personally fulfill the mission of loving God and loving others. Discover others who share your passion and see if you can combine your excitement in a unique experience that others may wish to share. Save the date for a tremendous time of passion at Linglestown Life!

Bus Trip  East Hanover PTO Bus Trip to NYC - April 25, 2009. Tickets are only $40 per person and there will be 2 buses. One stop will be made at the new Sportsmuseum of America for all those sports enthusiasts out there and another stop will be made at American Girl for shopping and lunch at 2:30. Additional fees apply for these stops. You may also enjoy a free day to take in a show, do some shopping or visit Ground Zero. Full payment is due to reserve your spot. Call Mindy Kehler at 469-8521 or email dkehler_13@msn.com for more information.

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Nursery School News Dear family & friends of LCNS,

We are very excited about the upcoming month. Our focus is on sharing.

• Character Value: Sharing • Color of the Month: Blue • Shape of the Month: Snowflake • Special Day: Beach Day • Health and Safety: Good Touch, Bad

Touch • Special Visitors: Zoo America

Two Year old Class News Angels, Cherubs, Two by Two, Little Lambs Bible Verse “Jesus loves the Children” Matthew 19 Bible Story: Jesus loved the children. We will make snow pictures and start working with scissors. We will learn about our senses. We will thank God for our nose, mouth, eyes, ears, hands, and fingers. As always, we will have many fun and exciting activities to help us reinforce each of the five senses we talk about. Book: “The Hat” by Jan Brett and a delicious snack to accompany our story. Three Year Old Class News Shepherds, Fishermen, Noah’s Ark, Rainbows, & Kingdom Kids Bible Verse “God loves a cheerful giver.” II Corinthians 9:7 Bible Stories: Abraham and Lot, and Elijah Puppets: I’m too hungry to share Science: winter science projects this month. Readiness: The three’s are doing more cutting and are doing very well. Second Step: Accidents, What is Fair? I Feel…When, Listening, I Care Four Year Old Class News Wisemen, Disciples, Prophets and Miracle Kids, Heavenly Blessings Bible Verse: “God loves a cheerful giver.” II Corinthians 9:7 Bible stories: Jesus Obeyed His Parents, Baby John, the Disciples followed Jesus Readiness: These classes are working on name recognition and writing their names. This month they will focus on learning their addresses.

Second Step: “Am I angry?” “Calm Down”, Dealing with being hurt” Puppets: She didn’t want to share Handwriting without Tears: Forming letters “Clifford” Weekly Reader Hot Chocolate Day Five Year Old Class News (Transitional Kindergarten) Good Samaritans Bible verses: Praise ye the Lord, for it is good to sing praises unto our God. Psalm 147:1 Quench not the Spirit. I Thessalonians 5:19 Remember the Sabbath day to keep it holy. Exodus 20:18 Seek ye the Lord while he may be found. Isaiah 55:6 Bible stories: Zacchaeus meets Jesus and the Sower and the Seed, Peter’s rescue & David’s praise. Getting Ready for School: They will be working on writing letters and numbers. The children will use colors and shapes to form patterns. This is “last” name month when they practice writing last names only. Weekly Reader: We will continue with listening exercises and the interesting facts which are in the Weekly Ready. History lesson: We will study Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and the new president, Barack Obama. This will lead into a discussion about diversity. Upcoming Events: If you or someone you know is interesting in registering for the 2009-2010 school year, have them give me a call at 545-3617. Open Houses will be held at 9:45 on Wednesday, January 21, Thursday, January 22, and Wednesday, February 11. Registration forms for new families can be obtained at any one of our Open Houses. Registration for current families and LLUMC families is Feb. 2 at 9:20. Registration opens to the public on Feb. 12 at 10:00. Yours for reaching and teaching children for Jesus, Nancy L. Cartwright, Director

Investment Sunday Commitment Report

On Sunday, November 23, 2008 we celebrated Investment Sunday. It was a day where we had an opportunity to invest in the future of Linglestown Life, to invest in the ministries provided by our church and sustained by your financial gifts. To date, 131 households have responded to God’s call to Christian stewardship by completing a Covenant Card and making a financial commitment for 2009. This represents an increase of 6 giving units or 1% more than last year. Total funds committed by all giving units completing a covenant card equal $346,254.36. This represents an increase of $41,064.36 or 14% higher than last year. Based on prior giving records, an additional $184,523.28 can be expected from persons who have established a giving pattern in the past, but who either were not present on Investment Sunday or did not submit a Covenant Card. This represents an increase of $13,227.03 or 8% higher than last year. Combined, a projected grand total of $530,777.64 can be anticipated as income for 2009. The projected grand total is $54,291.39 or approximately 11% higher than last year’s total. The projected income from all giving units for 2009 will be used as a basis for developing next year’s budget, in conjunction with income from investments and other sources. Thank you for your faithful support! Ron Estep Minister of Evangelism & Stewardship

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Monthly Stewardship Report 

November 2008 OPERATIONAL FUND

Receipts for the Month: $ 47,197.28 Actual average per week $ 9,439.45 Needed per week $ 9,803.59

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Under Per Week: $ 364.32 17 Larry Felker 18 Deanna Games Betty Hammaker Courtney Spigelmyer 19 Greg Allen Sarah Correll Christina Hanawalt 20 Christine Besancon Chad Stayton Carli Weldon 21 Rachel Dumberth Lori Goldmann 22 Connie Williams 23 Carl Dudek, Jr. Dylan Goshorn Sylvia Yingling 25 Nicholas Heimbach 26 Tom Shafer 27 Jenny Altland Philip Reynolds 28 Carlee Williams 29 Jo Ann Holderbach 30 Doug Wolfe 31 Carol Barrett Adam Speakman

Under For Month: $ 1,820.67 Year-To-Date Summary: Needed year to date: $ 470,572.32 Actual Receipts 08: $ 455,043.62 Under Year to Date: $ 15,528.70 Actual Receipts 07: $ 420,919.75 Over 08 vs 07 $ 34,123.87 FAITH CAMPAIGN Receipts for Month $ 2,364.00 Year to date giving $ 57,193.00 Funds applied to loans mo. $ 0 Funds applied to loans ytd $ 5,000.00 Loan balances $ 159,250.00 DESIGNATED GIVING Missions $ 792.34 Building Fund $ 3,902.44 Faith Campaign $ 2,364.00 Other: Reimbursement $ 359.00 Elevator $ 614.01 Pumpkin Patch $ 98.95 Christchild $ 80.00 Outreach $ 902.61 Congretional Care $ 225.00 Al Yingst $ 50.00 Nursery School Sch. $ 1.00 Conf. Camping $ 1,109.04 Mildred Allen Estate $ 457.53 Anna Mae Taylor $ 70.00 Total All Giving October, 2008 $ 58,223.20

The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy. ~ Martin Luther King Jr.

January Birthdays 1 Doug Whitman 3 Dennis Keen Joseph Smullen Cassity Stewart 5 Melanie Dauchess 7 Audrey Baublitz 8 Jennifer Bowers 9 Joanne Campbell Walter Celsky Michelle Starr 10 Alison Gagliardi Nathaniel Heisey Becky Mescher-Vuxta Tanner Richards Preston Swope 11 Doris George Dorothy George 12 Deb Correll Taylor Knupp Hannah Miller Monica Preuss Doug Spigelmyer Luke Weldon 13 Luke Hamann Kyle Renn 14 Jennifer Cather Mel Withrow 15 Barbara Zerbe 16 James Miller

January Anniversaries 3 Rev. Thomas A. Maurer and Louise Rynd 21 Michael and Betsy Darrin Jeff and Karin Frazier Is your name missing from these lists? If so, please call Cherie Smith at 469-8481 or email at cherielsmith@comcast.net and we will be sure to include it the next time.

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What Goes Around Comes Around 

One day a man saw an old lady, stranded on the side of the road. Even in the dim light of dusk, he could see she needed help. So he pulled up in front of her Mercedes and got out. His Pontiac was still sputtering when he approached her. Even with the smile on his face, she was worried. No one had stopped to help for the last hour or so. Was he going to hurt her? He didn't look safe; he looked poor and hungry He could see that she was frightened, standing out there in the cold. He knew how she felt. It was that chill which only fear can put in you. He said, 'I'm here to help you, ma'am. Why don't you wait in the car where it's warm? By the way, my name is Bryan Anderson.' Well, all she had was a flat tire, but for an old lady, that was bad enough. Bryan crawled under the car looking for a place to put the jack, skinning his knuckles a time or two. Soon he was able to change the tire. But he had to get dirty, and his hands hurt. As he was tightening up the lug nuts, she rolled down the window and began to talk to him. She told him that she was from St. Louis and was only just passing through. She couldn't thank him enough for coming to her aid. Bryan just smiled as he closed her trunk. The lady asked how much she owed him. Any amount would have been all right with her. She already imagined all the awful things that could have happened had he not stopped. Bryan never thought twice about being paid. This was not a job to him. This was helping someone in need, and God knows there were plenty who had given him a hand in the past. He had lived his whole life that way, and it never occurred to him to act any other way. He told her that if she really wanted to pay him back, the next time she saw someone who needed help, she could give that person the assistance they needed, and Bryan added, 'And think of me.' He waited until she started her car and drove off. It

had been a cold and depressing day, but he felt good as he headed for home, disappearing into the twilight. A few miles down the road, the lady saw a small cafe. She went in to grab a bite to eat and take the chill off before she made the last leg of her trip home. It was a dingy looking restaurant. Outside were two old gas p umps. The whole scene was unfamiliar to her. The waitress came over and brought a clean towel to wipe her wet hair. She had a sweet smile, one that even being on her feet for the whole day couldn't erase. The lady noticed the waitress was nearly eight months pregnant, but she never let the strain and aches change her attitude. The old lady wondered how someone who had so little could be so giving to a stranger. Then she remembered Bryan. After the lady finished her meal, she paid with a hundred dollar bill. The waitress quickly went to get change for her hundred dollar bill, but the old lady had slipped right out the door. She was gone by the time the waitress came back. The waitress wondered where the lady could be. Then she noticed something written on the napkin. There were tears in her eyes when she read what the lady wrote: 'You don't owe me anything. I have been there too. Somebody once helped me out, the way I'm helping you. If you really want to pay me back, here is what you do: Do not let this chain of love end with you.' Under the napkin were four more $100 bills. Well, there were tables to clear, sugar bowls to fill, and people to serve, but the waitress made it through another day. That night when she got home from work and climbed into bed, she was thinking about the money and what the lady had written. How could the lady have known how much she and her husband needed it? With the baby due next month, it was going to be hard.... She knew how worried her husband was. As he lay sleeping next to her, she gave him a soft kiss and whispered soft and low, 'Everything's going to be all right. I love you, Bryan Anderson.'

For Kids and Adults 

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In John 8:12 (NRSV), Jesus said, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will ….” Choose the phrase below that correctly completes this sentence. A. never walk in darkness but will have the light of life. B. never walk alone. C. be my companion always. D. sit at my right hand.

Answer: A (See John 8:12, NRSV.)

Linglestown Life Congregational Care HOMEBOUND & SHUT-INS

Mr. and Mrs. Charles E. Deibler Mrs. Sarah Gilbert – Bldg South 2 Rm #213 Country Meadows – Apt #152 c/o Spring Creek Rehab Care Center 451 Sand Hill Road 1205 South 28th Street Hershey, PA 17033 Harrisburg, PA 17111 Ruth Hart Lorraine Kennedy c/o Arden Courts 274 Beacon Drive 2625 Ailanthus Lane Harrisburg, PA 17112 Harrisburg, PA 17110 Rev. W. Dean Kinch Mrs. May Leedy Manor at Susquehanna Village c/o Spring Creek – McBride 4 990 Medical Road – Room 405B 1205 S 28th Street Millersburg, PA 17061 Harrisburg, PA 17111 Mrs. Dorothy Lyons Donna Myers Blue Ridge Mountain – Rm 112-1 c/o Kelly Manor 3625 N. Progress Avenue 750 Kelly Drive Harrisburg, PA 17110 York, PA 17404 Mr. Jack Nesbitt Mr. John Sheaffer 6204 Blue Ridge Avenue 765A Piketown Road Harrisburg, PA 17112 Harrisburg, PA 17112 Mrs. Judy Wickenhiser Mrs. Pauline Wickenhiser 3525 Canby Street Ecumenical Bldg 2 – Room 124 Bldg 3 – Room 4 601 Wilhelm Road Harrisburg, PA 17109 Harrisburg, PA 17111

FIND THE BALLOONS UMW is sponsoring a contest for readers to find balloons in this newsletter and win a prize. Four balloons with “2009” (example is below - one number per balloon) have been hidden somewhere in this issue. Enter the contest by filling out the coupon below. Put the coupon in the offering plate at worship service; or put the coupon in the marked envelope in the mailbox on the door of the receptionist’s office. A postcard can also be mailed to the church. Everyone except the UMW president is eligible for this contest. The contest deadline is January 14th. One winner will be randomly selected from all correct entries. The winner will receive two movie tickets.

UMW CONTEST ~ FIND THE BALLOONS NAME TELEPHONE PAGE #

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Worship Attendants 

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SUNDAY, January 4

8:00 AM Worship Celebration USHERS: John Kepler, Lynn Heilman, Jim Nicholas GREETER: TBA HOSPITALITY: Joanne Houck BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENER: Mary Jane Trexler

9:30 AM Worship Celebration USHERS: Tom Wilson, Fred LosKamp GREETERS: Harry & Eileen Hoover SANCTUARY HOSTS: TBA HOSPITALITY: June Sweger, Roberta Bilder BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENER: Mary Jane Trexler

11:00 AM Worship Celebration USHERS: Gene Hummel, Matt Wagner, John Smith, Ron Estep GREETER: TBA HOSPITALITY: Polly Farner, Brenda Pogue

SUNDAY, January 11

8:00 AM Worship Celebration USHERS: Ross Yontz & Bob Garrett GREETER: TBA HOSPITALITY: Maryann Arnold

9:30 AM Worship Celebration USHERS: Paul & Clara Rowe GREETERS: Sharon & Lauren Waters SANCTUARY HOSTS: TBA HOSPITALITY: Judy Reed

11:00 AM Worship Celebration USHERS: Ron Labe, Matt Wagner, John Smith, Ron Estep GREETER: TBA HOSPITALITY: Audrey Nesbitt, Cheryl Weidenhammer

SUNDAY, January 18

8:00 AM Worship Celebration USHER: John Kepler, Lynn Heilman, Jim Nicholas GREETER: TBA HOSPITALITY: Genevieve Oravic

9:30 AM Worship Celebration USHERS: Fain Love, Harry Hoover GREETERS: Karen & Jeff Frazier SANCTUARY HOSTS: TBA HOSPITALITY: Evelyn Meck, Sue Felker

11:00 AM Worship Celebration USHERS: John Smith, Matt Wagner, Dave Barlap, Ron Labe GREETER: TBA HOSPITALITY: Christine Besancon, Carole & Kami Labe

SUNDAY, January 25

8:00 AM Worship Celebration USHERS: Ross Yontz & Bob Garrett GREETER: TBA HOSPITALITY: Doris Yontz, Phyllis Deaner

9:30 AM Worship Celebration USHERS: Paul & Linda Fatula GREETERS: Vicki & Christina Powley SANCTUARY HOSTS: TBA HOSPITALITY: Amy Schmoyer

11:00 AM Worship Celebration USHERS: Ron Estep, Matt Wagner, Gene Hummel, Dave Barlap GREETER: TBA HOSPITALITY: Virginia Little, Betty Hammaker, Robbie Lepley If you are unable to make it on a Sunday you’re scheduled to help in some way, please call your leader and let them know as soon as possible so a substitute can be found.

Please contact Matt Wagner at 566-6638 if there are any cancellations or if you would like to become a new usher.

Living Passionately

A passionate God inspires a passionate Church to

create passionate Disciples!

You’ll want to memorize that line during the upcoming months at Linglestown Life! Beginning January 4 we’ll embark on a season of passion as together we discover how to reignite our passions by experiencing God’s passion. Passion is described as a powerful or compelling emotion or feeling. As a feeling it can come and go at any time; leaving us with moments of deep passion but more times than not missing out on a lasting experience. Passion is often seen as temporary, out of control, illicit or something that fails to produce lasting results. But passion should be something more! Passion should be the compelling force that drives my decisions, focuses my attention, energizes my action and motivates my behavior. Without passion we just live life as it comes and accept whatever may result. What is the key to boundless enthusiasm in our lives? What will keep the fire burning in our hearts, the zeal and fervor alive in every moment? For the answer to these questions and to discover a passion that is not fleeting, join us in worship this January! Together we’ll be inspired by God’s passion to be the church that is passionate and individually become more passionate disciples. January 4 A Passionate God January 11 A Passionate Church January 18 A Passionate Disciple January 25 Turning Passion into Action

Turning Passion Into Action January 24 9:00-11:00am

(snowdate: January 31 10:00am-12:00pm) Everyone has a passion! Your kids, the Eagles or the Steelers, Penn State, sewing, cooking, teaching, reading… Nearly anything you do with enthusiasm or from which you derive a great sense of joy and satisfaction can be described as a passion. How you express your passion and use it positively in your life and for the benefit of others is what we hope to discover at Turning Passion in Action on Saturday, January 24 from 9:00-11:00am at Linglestown Life. (Snow date: January 31 10am-12pm) Have you ever thought that your passion can help you fulfill the mission of Linglestown Life? This morning is designed to help you discover and identify your passion so that you can put it into action loving God and loving others. Now you can discern how God wired you, find others with the same or similar passions and explore how to turn your passion into action! Invite a friend and join us in this unique experience that will spark your creativity and turn your passion into opportunities for spiritual growth both individually and corporately through Linglestown Life. Super Bowl Breakfast Saturday, January 31 8:30-10:00am Linglestown Life Football and food – a winning combination for any event! Add in a little faith and you’ve got the 2009 Athletes in Action Super Bowl Breakfast. Can’t make it to Tampa Bay, no problem! We’ll have a live simulcast of the event at Linglestown Life with speakers including: Tony Dungy, Anthony Munoz, Derrick Brooks, Bart Starr, and more! Highlights of the morning include:

• Fast and furious video footage of the teams playing in The Big Game • Up close and personal interviews with players and other celebrated guests • The presentation of the prestigious Bart Starr Award-given to a player

selected by his peers who exemplifies character in the home, on the field and in the community.

• Inspirational keynote address and gospel presentation.

Linglestown Life Line Volume 18 Issue 1 Is published monthly by Linglestown Life:  A United Methodist Church 1430 North Mountain Road Harrisburg, PA 17112 Editor:  Cherie Smith 469-8481 or email cherielsmith@comcast.net Deadline for copy: 15th of each month, prior to issue date. Lead Pastor: George Reynolds Nursery School Director: Nancy Cartwright Office Information Hours: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM (closed for Lunch) Phone: 717-545-5200 Fax: 717-651-5038 www.linglestownlife.org Sunday Worship Times Traditional Worship: 8: 00 & 11: 00 AM Praise Worship: 9: 30 AM Church School: 9: 30 AM Childcare provided 9: 15 AM to noon

Linglestown Life: A United Methodist Church 1430 N. Mountain Road Harrisburg, PA 17112 TIME SENSITIVE MATERIAL RETURN SERVICE REQUESTED

JANUARY ANNIVERSARY LIST

Marriage Date Name

01/17 Bradley & April Krow

01/21 Jeffrey & Karin Frazier

01/25 Michael & Betsy Darrin Birth date

First name Last name 19-Jan Christina Hanawalt

01-Jan Douglas Whitman 20-Jan Christine Besancon 03-Jan Dennis Keen 20-Jan Carli Weldon 03-Jan Cassity Stewart 20-Jan Chad Stayton 03-Jan Jospeh Smullen 21-Jan Rachel Dumberth 05-Jan Melanie Dauchess 21-Jan Lori Goldmann 07-Jan Hope Rothermel 22-Jan Connie Williams 07-Jan Audrey Baublitz 23-Jan Sylvia Yingling 07-Jan Alex Zimmerman 23-Jan Carl Dudeck 08-Jan Jenny Bowers 23-Jan Dylan Goshorn 09-Jan Michelle Starr 25-Jan Nicholas Heimbach II 09-Jan Joanne Campbell 26-Jan Tom Shafer 09-Jan Walter Celsky 27-Jan Jenny Altland

10-Jan Becki Mescher-Vuxta 27-Jan Philip Reynolds

10-Jan Nathaniel Heisey 28-Jan Carlee Williams 10-Jan Tanner Richards 29-Jan Jo Ann Holderbach 10-Jan Alison Gagliardi 30-Jan Doug Wolfe 10-Jan Preston Swope 31-Jan Carol Barrett 11-Jan Dorothy George 31-Jan Adam Speakman 11-Jan Doris George 12-Jan Debra Correll 12-Jan Doug Spigelmyer 12-Jan Luke Weldon 12-Jan Taylor Knupp 12-Jan Hannah Miller 12-Jan Monica Preuss 13-Jan Kyle Renn 13-Jan Luke Hamann 14-Jan Jennifer Cather 14-Jan Mel Withrow 15-Jan Barbara Zerbe 16-Jan James Miller 17-Jan Larry Felker 18-Jan Betty Hammaker 18-Jan Deanna Games 18-Jan Courtney Spigelmyer 19-Jan Sarah Correll 19-Jan Greg Allen