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For group of local stitchers, “veterans are patriotic” is blanket statement

BY JEFF FALK

The concept of patriotism can be defined by words like pride, honor, responsibility and appreciation. But actions speak louder than words.

The Patriotic Stitchers for Veterans choose to live their freedoms every day. They exhibit their gratitude by knitting and crocheting blankets and quilts for veterans who are confined to hospice care.

“Our men and women fought for us and the United States, and they’re patriotic,” said Jean Summers, president of the Patriotic Stitchers for Veterans. “I think (knitting quilts) is a great way to recognize patriotism. They’re dedicated to the country. The pledge they took when they went into the service was for life.

I’m very grateful.”

The Patriotic Stitchers for Veterans is conducting an inaugural live basket auction on Saturday, April 27, from 4 to 7 p.m. at American Legion Post 429, 300 Cocalico St., Ephrata. The

purpose of the event is to raise funds for materials and patterns needed for the stitchers to perform their appreciative services for veterans.

“It’s a fundraiser, but it’s also designed to raise awareness of our veterans and what we do for them,” said Summers. “We want

“We’re recognizing what our country means to us and how men and women have fought for our freedom.”

veterans to know that they’re not forgotten. The women do this on their own time. Some do it on their own. Some meet in area parks or local churches or community centers and do it together. We give them everything they need to make the quilts, but they pick their own styles when they crochet or knit.”

The live auction will include

more than 50 baskets filled with goodies, gift certificates and coupons for services donated by local businesses. The themed baskets will feature articles related to jewelry, various foodstuffs, artwork, baby items, gardening, wine and pets.

The baskets can be previewed beginning at 4 p.m., and the live auction will start at 6 p.m. Snacks and refreshments will be served.

“I will talk about what the auction is all about and why we are having it,” said Summers, a resident of Leola. “It can be an evening of recognizing the needs of local veterans. We reach out to veterans and their families if they’re vulnerable. The blankets make them recognize that they’re not forgotten.”

The Patriotic Stitchers for Veterans works with seven hospice providers, two Veterans Affairs hospitals and nearly 50 Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) and American Legion posts to connect with veterans.

“On the back of each blanket

See Stitchers pg 2

Lancaster Mennonite golf benefit will defray costs of education

BY JEFF FALK

Golf is a fun game on a few different levels. But it takes on more meaning, more significance when it’s played with a purpose.

Lancaster Mennonite School’s upcoming golf event is filled with meaning. Its purpose is to help provide affordable education options to local families.

“Believe it or not, the cost of tuition is not the true cost of education,” said Aubrey Kreider, Lancaster Mennonite’s director of marketing. “We rely on support to meet the gap. We want the school to be accessible and allow families an opportunity to get a great, faith-based education. We want to prepare students to be world-changers. Some families are able to pay the full amount, but many can’t. We also want to be able to pay our teachers

competitively and support extracurricular activities.”

Lancaster Mennonite’s 28th annual benefit golf outing will be conducted on Tuesday, May 14, at

See Lancaster Mennonite pg 5

Still barkin’ for life

BY ANN MEAD ASH

In 2023, Sharon Groff, a member of the Misfits on a Mission Relay For Life team, coordinated a Bark For Life event in Ephrata.

The fundraiser was so successful that Groff and her helpers are working to hold the second Ephrata-area Bark For Life, at New Life Fellowship, 420 E. Fulton St., Ephrata, on Saturday, May 4, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The free, dog-friendly event will be presented by Blue Ridge Communications and WIOV-FM.

Attending dogs will take

center stage if they participate in the Strut Your Mutt parade scheduled to begin at 10 a.m. Dogs need not dress up to take part. Registration for the parade will begin at 9:30 a.m.

Working dogs that help humans will be featured at the event. Officer Bill Watt of the East Hempfield Township Police Department and his K-9, Tundra, will demonstrate article search and obedience at 10:30 a.m. Pennsylvania Canine Search and Rescue (PACSAR) will give a demonstration at noon. PACSAR’s highly trained and certified volunteers provide

See Bark For Life pg 4

Members of the Patriotic Stitchers for Veterans knit afghans for former servicemen and women in hospice.

A golfer rolls in a putt during last year’s Lancaster Mennonite benefit golf outing.

there’s a patch that says, ‘Thank you for your service to our country,’ and the knitter’s initials,” said Summers. “Many times, our blankets are there during the passing of the veterans. Some are buried with them, but that’s up to the family.”

Originally established in 2016 as Stitchers for Vets, the Patriotic Stitchers for Veterans only recently became incorporated as a recognized nonprofit. Over the last eight years, the group of 50 mostly local women has knitted over 2,000 blankets for vets.

“I believe strongly that this is God’s work,” said Summers. “These women do this out of love. We’re recognizing what our country means to us and how men and women have fought for our freedom. Many of the women are retired. They’ve grown up knitting and crocheting, and they’ve been doing it for years. They just want to continue doing it as a way of giving back to our veterans who have done so much for us.”

For additional information about the group, search for “Patriotic Stitchers for Veterans” on Facebook or email jeansummers 58@gmail.com. Stitchers from pg 1

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Couple marks 60th anniversary

Melvin and Linda McGinnis of Ocean City, Md., celebrated their 60th anniversary on April 13 at a private dinner with family at the Ocean City Marlin Club. They were married on April 11, 1964, at Ranck’s United Methodist Church by pastor Eugene Patrick and the bride’s grandfather, the Rev. Paul O. Shettle.

Ephrata Cloister museum store to celebrate Ephrata Days

The Ephrata Cloister museum store, 632 W. Main St., Ephrata, will celebrate Ephrata Days on the weekend of Friday to Sunday, April 26 to 28. All shoppers will receive a discount on store purchases, along with free refreshments. A sidewalk sale will feature select items.

The museum store at Ephrata Cloister is filled with a wide variety of locally handcrafted items inspired by the craftsmanship of the historic site. The store is located inside a mid-1800s barn.

a retired pastor, Gehr has written several books on local history, including “The Clocks of the Cloister,” “Clockmakers in the Cocalico Valley,” “Sacred Simplicity: Worship Spaces Among the Brethren in the Atlantic Northeast,” “The Peter

See Ephrata Cloister pg 4

They are the parents of Mel McGinnis II of Ocean City, Shane McGinnis of New Holland, Jebb McGinnis of New Holland, and Justin McGinnis of Ocean City. There are seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. The couple attends Ranck’s United Methodist Church.

Melvin is retired from Salty Sons Marine, and Linda is retired from Casual Designs Furniture.

Items found in the store include hand-turned wooden bowls, ironware, traditional Pennsylvania German rolling pins, redware pottery by Ned Foltz, items from River Rat Pottery and Mayre Landis, embroidered and quilted notecards by Paper Lane and Dawn Musser, natural soaps, hand cream and lotions, fraktur cards, large letters, alphabet posters and fraktur-inspired illuminations by Emily Smucker Beidler, paintings, prints, real bayberry candles, Christmas ornaments, Moravian stars and paper star kits, and handmade chocolates.

There is a book room with more than 200 titles covering local, Colonial, and Pennsylvania history; folk art; cookbooks; tour guides for Lancaster County barns, mills, and homes that originally belonged to Cloister members in the 1700s; and several selections on the history of Ephrata and Lancaster County.

Douglas Gehr will sign copies of his books on April 26 from noon to 3 p.m. A native of Ephrata and

Bark For Life

free search and rescue services using canines.

At 11 a.m., the fun for pups will continue with doggie activities for a set donation. Bark For Life T-shirts will be included. This year, doggie art has been added to the roster, and owners of dogs that participate will take home a piece of art created by their own pup. A Western-themed photo wall will give owners a chance to have their dog photographed. Photos can be shared at the “Bark For Life Benefit Auction” Facebook page. “We will do a shell game where we will put treats under (shells) and see which one the dog’s nose touches,” shared Groff, who added that dogs will receive a treat bag to take home. Other organizations that will have a presence at the event include Ladies Lending Paws, Charlie’s Crusaders Pet Rescue, Leo’s

Helping Paws, Find Toby in PA, and McGruff the Crime Dog. Groff has also lined up about 30 vendors, mostly crafters with a few home businesses mixed in.

Registration for a benefit auction will begin at noon. Auctioneer James Fishel will put a variety of items up for bids, including themed baskets, gift cards, tickets to area attractions, a 40-inch smart television, and a BioLite FirePit.

“There will be a bake sale with proceeds benefiting Eliannie Animal Rescue and Charlie’s Crusaders,” said Groff, who pointed out that prizes and giveaway contests will benefit animal rescues. A fill-the-truck donation drive will aid rescues by asking attendees to bring items such as blankets, towels, treats, dog food, and cat food.

First responders and apparatus

For

Casey Allyn, and Cindy Mellinger.

will be present, including the Ephrata Pioneer Fire Company, the Ephrata Community Ambulance Association, and the Ephrata Police Department.

Food items that will be for sale at the event include hot dogs sold by New Life Fellowship, breakfast sandwiches, grilled cheese sandwiches, fries, funnel cakes, soft

pretzels, and cotton candy.

Groff noted that she is still looking for area businesses to donate items for the auction or sponsor the event. Readers who would like to donate may call 717-354-2656 or email sgroff56@gmail.com. More information about the event may be found at www.relayforlife.org/ barklancasterpa.

Ephrata Cloister from pg 3

Gehr Story,” “The Gehr Family of Lancaster County, Pennsylvania,” “The Ephrata Effect,” and “The Vehicle for Growth: The Influence of the Reading and Columbia Railroad in Lancaster County.” Gehr serves on the board of directors for the Ephrata Cloister Associates and for the Historical Society of the Cocalico Valley. He also volunteers at the Ephrata Cloister as a tour guide.

During Ephrata Days, attendees

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may also meet radio personality Casey Allyn, co-host of “The Rich and Casey Show” aired in the mornings on WIOV. Allyn will be at the Ephrata Cloister Museum Store on Saturday, April 27, starting at noon. Allyn is an actress and a cookbook author. She is also passionate about animal welfare and will have adoptable dogs with her at the event.

On April 28 from noon to 3 p.m., author and lifelong Ephrata resident Larry Alexander will be at the museum store signing copies of his latest book, “Shattered Jade: A Novel of Saipan.” The book is a historical novel set in World War II and told through the eyes

of soldiers on both sides of the firing line. Alexander’s first book, “Biggest Brother: The Life of Major Dick Winters, the Man Who Led the Band of Brothers,” earned him a place on the New York Times bestseller list. Alexander retired as a newspaper columnist in 2015, but he continues to be a regular contributor and freelance reporter. He is a former member of the board of directors of the Ephrata Cloister Associates.

The Ephrata Cloister museum store will have extended hours during Ephrata Days. It will be open on April 26 and 27 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and April 28 from noon to 4:30 p.m.

For more information, call the museum store at 717-733-2592. The store is operated by the Ephrata Cloister Associates, a nonprofit organization that works in partnership with the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission, supporting the mission of preservation and education at this National Historic Landmark.

The Ephrata Cloister historic site will be open on April 26 and 27 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and on April 28 from noon to 4 p.m. Self-guided and guided tours will be available throughout all three days. There is an admission fee, with a discount for seniors age 65 and up and for children ages 3 to 11. Children under age 3 will be admitted for free. For tour times and additional information, call Ephrata Cloister at 717-733-6600.

Historic Ephrata Cloister is administered by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission with support from the Ephrata Cloister Associates.

Preparing for the next Bark

Life event are organizers (from left) Duane Metzler, Sharon Groff, Bill Watt with K-9 Tundra,

Lancaster Mennonite

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ture a morning round that begins at 7:30

and an afternoon round that starts at 1:30 p.m., and it will include refreshments, breakfast, lunch, dinner, gifts and prizes.

“It’s an important event, but it’s really fun,” said Kreider. “It’s an opportunity for participants to be outside and do a sport they enjoy. It’s beautiful. The sun’s out. There’s lots of food involved. It’s less about being competitive and more about fun. It’s just a fun atmosphere of fellowship and being together.”

Up to 200 community members, company representatives and Lancaster Mennonite supporters are expected to participate. Last year, the Lancaster Mennonite benefit golf outing raised $35,500 to support the school, some of which went toward providing tuition support for designated families.

“There are a lot of businesses that sponsor the event,” said Kreider. “For them, it’s a great way to get out of the office, team build

and support a great cause. We have alumni who will come back, and they get to meet their former teachers. It’s a great opportunity for different age groups to come together.”

There are currently 560 students from prekindergarten through grade 12 enrolled at Lancaster Mennonite School, and about 32% receive tuition assistance. This year’s cost of tuition for Lancaster Mennonite High School students was $11,870.

The benefit golf outing is one of four fundraising events that Lancaster Mennonite conducts each year.

“They’re all really important,” said Kreider. “With the golf tournament, there are more businesses involved. It’s one of our best opportunities to partner with sponsors. It’s a great opportunity for mentoring, building community and building connections.”

Located at 2176 Lincoln Highway East, Lancaster, Lancaster Mennonite is a Christian-based,

Heritage Chorale slates concerts

The Heritage Chorale of Lancaster has announced its Spring Concert Series, “For the Beauty of the Earth.” The performances will take place on Sunday, April 28, at James Street Mennonite Church, 323 W. James St., Lancaster; Sunday, May 5, at Saint Peter’s Lutheran Church, 10 Delp Road, Lancaster; and Sunday, May 19, at Holy Spirit Lutheran Church,

3131 Columbia Ave., Lancaster. All concerts will begin at 4 p.m.

The performances will celebrate the beauty of Earth and heaven through songs chosen by artistic director Barry L. Sawyer. The concert series’ title is taken from composer John Rutter’s rendition of the traditional hymn, which will be included in the program. The selections will

See Heritage Chorale pg 9

private school that emphasizes faith, education and community. In 1996, supporters saw golf as a good vehicle to raise funds and raise awareness for the school.

“At the beginning, they would golf and come back to the school and have a picnic,” said Kreider. “It was probably a little more grassroots then. It was volunteers who were running the event, and now our team is doing it. If people want to make a positive impact in the lives of kids, our future generations and leaders, this is a tangible way to do it.”

For additional information about the Lancaster Mennonite benefit golf outing or to register, go to www.lancastermennonite.org/ events/golf-2024. The deadline for entries is Monday, April 29.

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Fri. 4/12 at Lampeter-Strasburg L 2-0

Fri. 4/5 vs Cedar Crest W 19-8

Mon. 4/8 at Conrad Weiser W 14-2

Tue. 4/9 at Ephrata L 9-8

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Fri. 4/5 at Cedar Crest L 14-9

Tue. 4/9 vs Ephrata L 19-3

Fri. 4/12 vs Conestoga Valley W 2-0

Mon. 4/15 vs Elizabethtown W 1-0

Wed. 4/17 vs Ehrata L 10-7

TENNIS

Thu. 4/11 vs Cocalico L 5-0

Fri. 4/12 vs Lancaster Mennonite L 5-2

BOYS’ TRACK

Wed. 4/10 at Lampeter-Strasburg W 112-38

GIRLS’ TRACK

Wed. 4/10 at Lampeter-Strasburg W 106-44

VOLLEYBALL

Thu. 4/11 vs Cocalico W 5-0

Fri. 4/12 vs Lancaser Mennonite W 3-2

Tue. 4/16 vs Manheim Central L 4-1

Valley’s girls’ track team captured the team championship at the Black Knight Track and Field Invitational Saturday, April 13. Members of the team (from left) pose with their plaque: Ayva Fisher, Tai Logan, Lillian Negron, Taejana Gray, Isabell Johnson, Nyeoni Johnson, Mae Linder, Peyton Sensenig, Alondra Ortiz, Brooke Denlinger, Hallie Schnapf, Meagan Kime, Kylee Antrim, Abigail Zook, Seana Dougherty, and Abby Way (head coach).

3-1 home win over visiting Manheim Township, Jackson Newkirk collects a kill over the Streaks’ Connor Himelfarb on Thursday, April 11.

Conestoga Valley’s Mason Tardibuono bumps a pass to the front row in the Bucks’ L-L League Section One triumph over visiting Manheim Township Thursday, April 11. CV prevailed 3-1.

Conestoga Valley’s junior setter Noah Winn recorded 17 assists in the Bucks’ 3-1 victory over visiting Manheim Township Thursday, April 11.

Birth & Beyond Expo slated

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expectant parents, and families that recently welcomed a new baby, as well as grandparents and friends who are looking for gift ideas.

The expo will feature more than 40 vendors, including pediatricians, lactation consultants, and doulas as well as therapists, photographers, and artists. One vendor will share information about an app designed to help dads better support their

partners during labor. Many vendors will offer discounted services or tickets for giveaway drawings for gift baskets. Giveaway drawing winners will be announced starting at 3:30 p.m.

Admission is free, but reservations are encouraged at www.birthandbeyondco.com. More information is available by visiting the aforementioned website, searching for @birthandbeyondco on Instagram, or contacting Danielle at 484-798-4510 or birthandbeyondco@gmail.com.

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Friendship Community sets annual festival

Runners participated in the 2023 5K as part of Friendship Community’s annual FEST and 5K/10K.

Friendship Community will hold its 31st annual FEST and 5K/10K on Friday and Saturday, May 10 to 11.

The festivities will kick off with the 44th annual Talent Night on May 10 from 7 to 8:15 p.m. at Neffsville Mennonite Church, 2371 Lititz Pike, Lancaster. Individuals from Friendship Community will share their talents.

The FEST and 5K/10K will take place on May 11 from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Friendship Community’s main office, 1149 E. Oregon Road, Lititz. A pancake breakfast, provided by Oregon Dairy, will begin

at 7 a.m. as well as check-in for the race. The race will begin at 8 a.m., as will various family activities, plant sales, and Friendship Heart Gallery and Studio sales. Family activities will include a bounce house, wagon rides, a corn table, face painting, and a magician.

Starting at approximately 9 a.m., guests may enjoy food trucks and participate in tie dyeing and bingo. All proceeds from this event will benefit individuals with intellectual disability and autism.

For more information and to register for the race, visit www

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-5K-10K or contact Calista White at 717-656-2466 or cwhite@ friendshipcommunity.net. Updates will also be posted on Facebook and Instagram.

Friendship Community is a faith-based organization that has been cultivating capabilities of individuals with intellectual disability and autism since 1972. The organization offers an arts day program, a home-based service program, and 24 residential homes within Lancaster and Lebanon counties.

Penn State Extension plans orchard meeting

Commercial tree fruit producers are invited to attend the upcoming Penn State Extension Twilight Orchard Meeting to be held at Kauffman Orchards on Tuesday, April 30, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. The orchard is located at 53 S. Weavertown Road, Ronks.

Extension tree fruit specialists will cover “Seasonal Fungicide and Bactericide Updates for Tree Fruit Disease Management,” “Seasonal Insect Pests IPM Update,” and “Chemical Thinning Sprays and Return Bloom Sprays for Apples.” The event will offer opportunities for discussion and interaction with the specialists as well as other orchard owners.

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Heritage

Chorale

from pg 5

The Heritage Chorale of Lancaster

also include “Sing Me to Heaven” by Daniel E. Gawthrop, “O Sing Joyfully” by Adrian Batten, “Dirait-on” by Morten Lauridsen, “God Be in My Head” by Andrew Carter, “Home on the Range” arranged by Mark Hayes, “Deep River” arranged by Mack Wilberg, and other ballads and spirituals. The chorale will be accompanied by Michael Good. There is no admission fee, and freewill offerings will be accepted. No tickets or reservations are required.

Founded in 1994, the Heritage Chorale of Lancaster is a group of singers dedicated to excellence in the choral art form. With a repertoire spanning the 16th through 21st centuries and a variety of choral styles, the ensemble has performed at Colonial Williamsburg, Longwood Gardens, the Washington National Cathedral, and churches and historical institutions throughout the Lancaster County area. For more information, visit https://theheritagechorale.org/.

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BUSHES PROFESSIONALLY TRIMMED & pruned. Hedges, shrubbery, ornamental plants aesthetically maintained. No job too small. Spring clean-up, mulching, light landscaping. 717-405- 8733

CLOCK REPAIR - TRAGER

717-786-7053

DL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

Shed repairs • Landscaping • Mowing Patios • Powerwashing. 717-715-5230

HANDYMAN: Painting. Power Washing. Land/Hardscaping. Spring Clean Ups, Gutters/Guards, Decks, Roofing. Mailboxes. 717-419-9855. PA047811

HAULING, JUNK REMOVAL. Bsmts, sheds, garages cleaned out. Tree brush. Odd jobs. We also move people. Free est. Visa/MC/ Disc/AmEx. 717-456-6051; 410-688-7569

CRASS HAULING

HOUSE WASHING BY ME

Removal of black stains off roof & exterior cleaning. 717-424-8504

JUNK REMOVAL

Basements, garages, attics, appliances.

Five Star Property Service, 717-278-1030

LAWN CARE & MORE

STRONGHOLD PROPERTY SERVICES 717-925-0418

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Licensed & Insured HIC #PA114461

RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL Clean-Ups | Mulching | Mowing

We also cut & split your firewood 279 Wissler Road, New Holland 717-468-4678

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Tub. Comprehensive lifetime warranty. Top-of-the-line installation and service. Now featuring our FREE shower package and $1,600 off for a limited time! Call today! Financing available. Call Safe Step: 1-833-356-1954.

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Tree Trimming & Removal Land/Brush Clearing • Stump Grinding

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EARTHWISE LANDSCAPE & TREE CARE

We use modern pruning techniques for the health & safety of your trees & shrubs. Certified arborist on staff. Also removals, storm damage, & yard cleanup. 717-626-2541 (PA 088021)

WANTED! MOTORCYCLES! ANTIQUE AND CLASSIC. Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki, Yamaha, Triumph, BSA, and other foreign models. $$PAYING CA$H$$ 717-577-8206 Krmiller1965@yahoo.com

BREAKOUT MINISTRIES: Senior Pastors Ron & Mary Buch; Sundays at 10am. Contemporary worship & messages of freedom, healing, deliverance and discipleship. Children’s ministry includes nursery through Sr. High. Wednesday Night Prayer Meeting 7-8pm; Check our web site for scheduled home bible studies.; JA Jesus based recovery meeting Saturday 7-8:30p. Men and Women groups meet monthly. Family Fun Night bi-monthly 6:30-9:00, Jr. and Sr. High youth group meets alternating months. Local and International outreaches. Web site: www.breakoutministries.org or Call for details. 2400 Anita Court, Leola, PA 17540. Ph.: (717)656-8366

CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP CHURCH: 758 Spruce Rd., New Holland 717-354-8428. “Building Community with Christ, to Impact a World without Christ” Pastor: Dr. Doug Bozung. Please go to cfcnewholland.org/visit for information concerning worship services, adult ministries, youth & children’s ministries.

HABECKER MENNONITE CHURCH: A growing intercultural church that loves God, its neighbors and the world. Join us for Sunday Worship at 10 am. Located at 451 Habecker Church Rd., Lancaster, PA. Active youth group. All are Welcome! Website: habeckerchurch.com

LIGHTHOUSE CHURCH (AG): Located at 105 Earland Dr., New Holland, invites you to join us for a time of contemporary worship and biblical preaching at our 8:00, 9:30, 11:00 services on Sunday morning and 7:00 service on Wednesday evening. Childcare for birth through 5th grade available during 2nd and 3rd Sunday morning services and Wednesday evening service. Lead Pastor: Stephen Ritchey. For more information on our services and programs, visit Lighthouseag.com

MT. EDEN EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH: 1241 May Post Office Rd., Quarryville, (5 mi. South of Strasburg, 3 mi. North of 372). Rev. Margaret Rohnacher, Pastor. Sunday worship service 9:30 am. Limited handicap accessibility. 717-786-7565 mtedenlutheranchurch@gmail.com

OUR LADY OF LOURDES Catholic Church: 150 Water Street, New Holland, PA 17557 Father Steven Fauser, Pastor. Visit us online at www.ourladyoflourdesnh.com Sunday 8am & 10:30am. Saturday 5pm. Weekday Mass: Mon., Tues., Thurs. & Fri. 9am.

SALEM EVANGELICAL REFORMED CHURCH, HELLERS (founded 1725), 2555 Horseshoe Rd. Lancaster. 717656-9249. Sunday Worship held 9:25 am Holy Communion 1st Sun. of month. Adult Sunday School at 10:45 am. Handicap Accessible. Pastor: Bruce Tully. E-mail: info@salemhellers.com; Website: www.salemhellers.com

ST. MATTHEW LUTHERAN CHURCH: A Reconciling in Christ (Open & Affirming Congregation). Located at 700 Pleasure Rd.Lancaster. Robin Fero, Pastor. In-person worship: Sat. 5 pm & Sun. 10 am. Online Worship at www.stmatthewelc.com For more info, call (717) 394-9607, or visit our web site.

ST. STEPHEN REFORMED CHURCH (Presbyterian Church In America): “A Beacon on the Hill.” The Word of God is central to our worship. Sunday worship at 8:15 and 10:30am with Kingdom’s kids and nursery provided for the 10:30 service. Sunday school for all ages at 9:30am. Choir sings the last Sunday of each month. Youth group on Sundays at 6:00 pm for grades 6th-12th. Lead Pastor: Rev. Dr. Andrew DiNardo. 249 East Main Street, New Holland. 717-354-7871. http://ststephenpca.org

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