Tap Into Nostalgia at Festival
BY CAT SHANNON
Raise a glass, sample specialty beers and raise funds for the Mount Joy community all at the same time by attending The Fresh Brews of Mount Joy 2026. The event will be held on Saturday, April 25, along Main Street in Mount Joy, between Market Street and Marietta Avenue. VIP admission will start at 1 p.m., with general admission at 2 p.m., and the festival will wrap up at 5 p.m.
About 50 vendors will be featured at the brew fest, including Rooster Street Brewing, 450 North Brewing Company, Dancing Gnome Brewery and Eno River Brewing.
A variety of food trucks will also be on-site, including MaddaBet Bakes, Chef Lex, Dutch Country Hand-Rolled Soft Pretzels, Piper Belles BBQ, Spud Muffin,
The Donut Guys, The TacoRV, Wrightsville Pizza Kings and The Slavic Spoon. Additional vendors will include Monkey Business Peanuts; Gnawjaw,
Your Next PA Adventure Starts Here
BY CAT SHANNON
“I like to call this event ‘the most fun you’ll have planning your vacation,’” said Wendy Royal, event coordinator for the PA Family Travel Fair. “It’s free to attend. You can go around, get all kinds of informationvisitors’ guides, brochures and information about things only the locals know.”
The eighth annual PA Family Travel Fair will be held on Saturday, April 11, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Lebanon Valley Expo Center and Fairgrounds, 80 Rocherty Road, Lebanon. It will feature more than 50 vendors and exhibitors showcasing destinations and attractions from throughout the state.
“They are there to hand out free information. There’s no selling,” Royal said. “You can talk to the vendors, and they can answer any questions you have. Nobody knows their area or their attraction better than they do.”
BY CAT SHANNON
It’s something many of us don’t like to think about, but it’s something that will happen to every one of us. Death is a natural part of human existence, and, while it may seem tempting to ignore this reality, it’s important to plan for this stage. With that in mind, Mount Joy Church of God will host “Planning for Life’s Final Season.” The talk will take place from 9 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 11, at the church, 30 E. Main St., Mount Joy.
Vendors will represent all corners of the state, providing ideas for summer getaways, day trips or longer vacations. Participants will include amusement parks; campgrounds; museums; and visitor bureaus, including the PA Great Outdoors Visitors Bureau.
“People love the outdoors in Pennsylvania. One of our new vendors is the Keystone Elk Country Alliance,” Royal said, adding that the Elk County-based group will have lots of information on the elk herds that populate the region. “They’ll have information on the best times to see the elk, and they’ll give people lots of ideas of things to do in the area.”
New this year, the PA Family Travel Fair will feature two grand prize giveaways.
People enjoy last year’s Fresh Brews of Mount Joy.
Lynette Morales Lisa McHenry
Library Sets April Programs
Milanof-Schock Library, 1184 Anderson Ferry Road, Mount Joy, will offer a variety of programming in April. All programs are free, unless stated otherwise, and require preregistration. For more information and to register, visit www.mslibrary.org or call 717-653-1510.
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Gently used books and media can be donated to the self-service shed behind the library on Mondays through Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Programs for children and families will include Reading with Sasha, a KPETS therapy dog, on Thursdays from 5 to 7 p.m.; Imagination Station, for children ages 2 to 7, Monday, April 6, at 10:30 a.m. with the theme “Flower Shop”; Wiggle & Giggle Story Time, Mondays, April 13 and 27, at 10:30 a.m. and Saturday, April 25, at 10 a.m., for children ages 6 months through 2 years; Curious Minds Story Time, led by a member of the Janus School team, Tuesday, April 21, at 10:30 a.m.; Family Story Time with Miss Alyssa, Wednesdays through April 29, at 10:30 a.m.; and Family Story Time with Miss Katelyn, Thursdays through April 30, at 10:30 a.m.
The Great Egg Heist will take place on Thursday, April 2, at 6 p.m. Young detectives will follow clues, solve puzzles, and complete challenges to crack the case of the library’s missing eggs. Registration is required.
A Family Craft Night will be offered on April 6 at 6 p.m. Attendees will create a raised salt painting.
History Alive! will be held on Tuesday, April 7, at 2:30 p.m. for children age 6 and up. This new program will feature stories, role plays, and creative projects intended to help kids understand the human side of history while encouraging curiosity and critical thinking. The April program will explore the sinking of the Titanic.
Teen Chill & Draw with Hanna will be offered on Saturday, April 11, at 1 p.m. The library will provide drawing supplies, or teens may bring their own.
Special Guest Story Time will occur on Tuesday, April 14, at 10:30 a.m. Adrianna Rodriguez from the Lancaster YWCA will lead the program.
Little Tinker Thinkers, for kids age 6 and up, will take place on April 14 at 2:30 p.m. During the STEAMbased program, attendees will conduct an egg fizzle experiment.
large parachute. Children age 5 and up may celebrate Earth Day by attending Save the Pollinators on April 21 at 6 p.m.
Kids will explore the world of bees, butterflies, and other pollinators through games, crafts, and interactive activities. Participants will also plant seeds.
Teen D&D will meet on Saturday, April 25, at 1 p.m. The group is currently closed to new members; those interested in joining in the future may contact Laura Bear at lbear@mslibrary.org.
Art Explorers will take
place on Tuesday, April 28, at 2:30 p.m. Children age 6 and older are invited to learn about famous global artists and their paintings and create their own masterpieces.
English-ish Extravaganza will be held on April 21 at 2:30 p.m. The Englishclass-inspired program will offer children age 6 and up opportunities to read, write, and explore words through activities.
Reading the World will take place on Thursdays, April 9 and April 23, at 1:30 p.m. for those age 6 and up.
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Family Lego Challenge is planned for April 14 at 6 p.m. Families will be given Legos and asked to create something based on the assigned theme.
The library will host a Mad Tea Party, inspired by the tea party in “Alice in Wonderland,” on Saturday, April 18, at 10:30 a.m. Attendees may decorate a wacky hat, celebrate an unbirthday, solve riddles, and drink tea. Snacks and beverages will be provided. Attendees are encouraged to wear costumes.
Parachute Play will be held on Monday, April 20, at 10:30 a.m. for kids ages 3 to 5 with a caregiver. The program will offer interactive play using a
which sells jerky; Hound Dog Bakery, which sells dog treats; and Old Grumpy Mark’s, which sells hot sauce.
“This is a thoroughly enjoyable event with music at both ends of the venue area and access to breweries from across the country, many you’ve never tasted their offerings before,” said Sherry Caldwell, secretary/treasurer for Voyage Mount Joy, which is organizing the fest. “It’s a rainor-shine event and pet friendly.”
The festival will have a ’90s theme, and people are encouraged to dress to impress in their favorite retro outfit. Dave Gates Music will perform ’90s covers by request, and DJ Caraby will spin hits of the ‘90s. Tickets to the fest will include a branded taster cup and unlimited samples from the breweries for the duration of the event.
Proceeds from The Fresh Brews of Mount Joy will benefit Voyage Mount Joy, a direct-marketing organization for the 17552 ZIP code that promotes living in, working in and visiting Mount Joy.
“This is a fundraiser, with the help of YAH Brew, for Voyage Mount Joy, to continue our mission to put back into the community,” Caldwell said. “Last year we donated $4,000
to Donegal Athletic Club, funded our National Night Out program, donated to various organizations in the community and offered a scholarship to a graduating senior at Donegal High School for up to $2,500.”
Last year was the first time the organization held the brew fest, and the group has made some tweaks to this year’s event.
“We’ve added more music, more potties and some new breweries are attending,” Caldwell remarked. “Last year was an amazing success for our first attempt.”
She invites anyone who is interested in sampling some beverages, enjoying the music or chowing down on food to get a ticket for the brew fest.
“We’d love for you to come see what our entire community has to offer,” she noted. “We will allow exit and reentry at three points, so you can visit local businesses along Main Street. We’ll have a post at each entry point identifying the businesses.”
Tickets for The Fresh Brews of Mount Joy may be purchased at www.voyagemountjoy .com/about-5 and will be available through the day of the event. The event is open to people age 21 and up.
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“Sonrise” Service at Florin Church of the Brethren Sunday, April 5th
Community “Sonrise” Breakfast Donations will support a local Christian charity.
9:15 am - Indoor Easter Celebration Service
The program will offer presentations about different places around the world, along with stories or folklore and a craft. The topics will be Cairo, Egypt, on April 9 and Tokyo, Japan, on April 23.
Snuggle Up Family Story Time will be held on April 9 at 6 p.m. Participants may wear their pajamas and bring a blanket and stuffie. Saturday Family Story Time is scheduled for April 11 at 10 a.m. The program will focus on the jungle.
Activities for adults will include Closely Knit, a program for knitters and crocheters, April 13 and 27 at 1 p.m., with no registration necessary; Adult Game Night, Wednesday, April 15, at 5 p.m.; Adult Book Bingo, April 15 at 2 p.m.;
and Book Discussion Group - Lit Lovers, April 28 at 6:30 p.m., with the topic of “The Bear and the Nightingale” by Katherine Arden.
Rodney Garber will present The Making of “The Quiet Gospel” on Wednesday, April 8, at 6 p.m. Garber will share the story behind his book, which points to a quieter, relational approach to faith. The program will include a short discussion and a question-and-answer time, as well as an opportunity to meet the author and have a copy of the book signed.
The Easy Writer Club will hold its next gathering on April 15 at 6:30 p.m. The club is open to writers of all levels - beginners to published. No registration is
required.
The Friends of the Library will meet on April 13 at 6:30 p.m.
Community members are welcome to attend the library’s board meeting on Thursday, April 16, at 6:30 p.m.
Basic Bike Maintenance and Flat Tire Repair will be held on Wednesday, April 22, at 6:30 p.m. Cycleworks employee and bike enthusiast Kurt Enck will walk attendees through the basics of bicycle repair, from quick fixes to simple maintenance. This is a demonstration-only workshop, and participants should not bring their bikes.
The library will offer Make-It Monday on April 27 at 6 p.m.
Chamber to Offer Scholarships
Each year, the Mount Joy Area Chamber of Commerce (MJCOC) awards scholarships to support local students in their educational pursuits. An application is now open for a MJCOC scholarship available to Donegal School District students, students of MJCOC members or MJCOC members furthering their education. MJCOC members and their students may reside outside Mount Joy.
The MJCOC Scholarship has increased from $1,000 to $1,500 this year. It will be awarded to a graduating high school senior to encourage and support future workforce leaders in the community.
scholarship can be found at www.mountjoychamber.com or in the guidance office at Donegal High School, 1025 Koser Road, Mount Joy. The completed application and supplemental materials must be submitted to the MJCOC by Friday, April 10.
two $500 scholarships to students at The Janus School.
VFW Auxiliary Sets Egg Hunt
Mount Joy VFW Post 5752 Auxiliary will hold its 74th annual community Easter egg hunt on Saturday, April 4, at Post 5752, 125 Longnecker Road, Mount Joy. Registration will begin at 12:30 p.m., and the hunt will start at 1 p.m. The event is open to young children who are walking through those age 10. The Easter Bunny will be present.
•Balloon Artist: 10 am to noon
•Clyde Peeling’s Reptiland Show at noon
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•Face Painting: 1 to 3 pm
In addition to this scholarship, the MJCOC awards a $1,500 Business Education Scholarship to the senior at Donegal High School who ranks first scholastically in the business education course and plans to continue his or her education. This scholarship has also been increased from $1,000 to $1,500 this year.
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These scholarships reflect MJCOC’s ongoing commitment to investing in the future of the community.
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$1,500 Happy Valley Adventure Bureau Getaway!
$1,500 Destination Gettysburg
Free Kid’s Activities
•Balloon Artist: 10 am to noon •Clyde Peeling’s Reptiland Show at noon
The MJCOC Scholarship Committee includes Galen Dise, Galen M. Dise LLC Accounting Services; Joseph McIlhenney, Milanof-Schock Library; Rose Madar, Berkshire Hathaway Homesale Realty; Denise Snyder-Patch, The Hess Agency; and Rodney Garber, Activate Your Influence.
Giant, Martin’s Donate Hams to Local Agencies
your next getaway in PA with exhibitors from destinations and attractions from across PA. No sales, just free info, exhibitor raffles and ideas!
Painting: 1 to 3 pm
The MJCOC also provides
• Mascots throughout the day:
For more information about the scholarships or the MJCOC, call 717-653-0773 or email info@mountjoy chamber.com.
Mascots throughout the day:
2 Grand Prize Getaways!
•Echo, the bat from Lincoln Caverns •Chipper from Herr’s Chips •Johnny, the Long John from Achenbach’s Pastry
• INFO FROM PA DESTINATIONS & ATTRACTIONS • FREE KIDS’ ACTIVITIES • REPTILE SHOW • EXHIBITOR GIVEAWAYS • FOOD TRUCKS • MASCOTS • ONE ATTENDEE WILL WIN A VACATION IN THE ENDLESS MOUNTAINS FOR 4 VALUED UP TO $2,000! It’s the most fun you'll have planning your vacation!
As part of its ongoing commitment to help eliminate hunger in the local communities it serves, the Giant Company, known locally as Giant and Martin’s, recently announced a donation of 3,000 hams
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The Easter Bunny will be in attendance at the VFW Post 5752 Auxiliary’s egg hunt.
Houck Wins State Championship
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Colton Houck brought home two accolades from the PIAA 2A state swim meet, held on March 13 and 14 at Bucknell University. Houck was the state champion in the 50-yard freestyle and placed third in the 100-yard freestyle.
Houck qualified for the state meet after winning the 50 and 100 freestyle events at the PIAA District
3 competition, a feat he also achieved in 2025. This year’s district meet was
held at Cumberland Valley High School on Feb. 27 and 28. Houck is a junior on the Donegal High School swim team.
Colton Houck
Donegal Tennis Sweeps Catholic, 5-0
photos by Bob Diller
In a 5-0 victory at home, on Thursday, March 19, Donegal’s Lincoln Hughes and Joshua Aungst take the No. 1 doubles match (6-0 and 6-1) over Lancaster Catholic’s A. Essis and D. Wann.
Donegal’s Tommy Hairhoger steals second base against Governor Mifflin’s Jesse Angstadt in a 3-3 tie on Friday, March 20.
In a 3-3 tie on Friday, March 20, Donegal’s Caleb Rupp had four strikeouts against Governor Mifflin at home.
Donegal’s Evan Niehaus connects with the ball for a base hit against Governor Mifflin in a 3-3 tie on Friday, March 20, in Mount Joy.
On Friday, March 20, in Mount Joy, in a 3-3 tie the Indians’ Christian Miller score on a pass ball against Governor Mifflin.
to 14 hunger relief partner organizations. Giant and Martin’s team members will also volunteer at several food banks over the
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weeks to help organize and restock pantry shelves. Hams will be donated to the following local hunger relief partners: Helping
Harvest Fresh Food Bank, Reading; Lancaster County Food Hub, Lancaster; West Chester Food Bank, West Chester; and York County Food Bank, York. Giant and Martin’s customers can also help feed their neighbors in need. From now through Sunday,
April 5, customers can donate their free ham certificates at the register in-store to a local food bank.
For more information on the ham redemption program, including how to donate your ham certificate, visit https://giantfoodstores .com/pages/free-ham.
Registration Open for Ladies Golf League
The 2026 Overlook Nine Hole Ladies League will hold a kickoff meeting on Tuesday, April 14, at 9:30 a.m. at the sand trap at the Overlook Golf Course, 2040 Lititz Pike, Lancaster. Four tee times are reserved for 16 players to play right after the meeting. League play will begin on Tuesday, April 21, and run through Tuesday, Oct. 13. The Awards Luncheon will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 20. To register for the league, visit https://tinyurl.com/ ladies-golf-league.
For more information, contact the Overlook Golf Course Pro Shop at
717-569-9551.
Travel Fair
“We have two big getaways this year, instead of one like we’ve had in the past,” Royal said. “Both are for families of four, and they include lodging, attractions, vouchers, gift cards for restaurants and more. One is from Happy Valley Adventure Bureau, and one is from Destination Gettysburg.”
The first 500 people in the door at the travel fair will receive a goodie bag, perfect for stuffing full of information picked up at vendor booths, Royal said, adding, “Your bag will be full by the end of the day.”
The event is truly for the whole family, with plenty of options for kids to have fun.
“We have a kids’ passport, which encourages kids to interact with the vendors,” Royal explained. “One lucky youngster will win eight all-day passes to DelGrosso’s Amusement Park & Laguna Splash Water Park.”
Additionally, a balloon artist will entertain from 10 a.m. to noon, and airbrush tattoos will be offered from 1 to 3 p.m.
Along with vendors, the fair will feature a program from Sam Leamer, a local historian who will offer a presentation sponsored by Visit Lebanon Valley from 9 to 10:50 a.m.
“In honor of the 250th birthday of America, we wanted to bring somebody in who can talk about what life was like during Colonial times,” Royal said.
At 1:15 p.m., Pennsylvania Parks and Forests Foundation president Marci Mowery will speak.
Royal has been organizing the PA Family Travel Fair since 2018, although she had been thinking about the idea for several years before that.
Clyde Peeling’s Reptiland will present a program at noon and will also have a booth set up all day for visitors to interact with some of the organization’s animals.
Mascots will also be on-site, including Echo the Bat from Lincoln Caverns.
“She’s a lot of fun for the kids,” Royal said. “They really like meeting her.”
“She’s going to talk about opportunities for families in our state parks,” Royal said. “She was a schoolteacher, so she makes her presentations relatable for kids.”
Food will be available for purchase at a restaurant on-site at the expo center.
“It’s the kind of food you would expect to have at a county fair,” Royal said, noting that the restaurant is set up cafeteria style and is located right across the hall from the travel fair.
Lions Club Sets Egg Hunt
The Marietta Lions Club will hold its 23rd annual Charles Huck Memorial Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 4, at 1 p.m., rain or shine. The egg hunt will take place at Marietta War Memorial Park, 344 E. Walnut St., Marietta. Attendees should enter by Aaron Avenue.
The egg hunt is open to children from six months to 10 years of age. They will be divided into four age groups with prizes given in each group.
The Marietta Lions Club has served the community for 94 years. Besides a yearly egg hunt, the club serves with the purchase, maintaining, and hanging of Christmas lights; highway cleanup on Route 441; regularly supplying food and finances for the local food bank; and participation in Marietta Day with its famous roast beef sandwiches. The club will collect nonperishable goods for the Marietta Community Care Center at this year’s egg hunt.
“Over the years, I’ve always been astonished that we don’t know what’s going on in our own backyard,” she said. “There are so many cool things in our state that people just aren’t aware of.”
Tourism is big business in Pennsylvania. According to a 2024 economic impact study, the most recent study completed, visitors to the state spent $49.9 billion, equating to $144 million a day. Tourism also supports more than 500,000 jobs in the state and generates more than $5 billion in tax revenue to benefit the state.
More than 2,000 people attended last year’s PA
Family Travel Fair, and Royal is excited to host it in a new venue this year, with lots of space and plenty of free parking.
“Kids love this event because there’s always something fun to do. Parents love it because it’s free and they can get lots of information,” she said. “It’s just a fun day and an opportunity to find out things they didn’t know about what there is to do in our state.”
For more information on the PA Family Travel Fair, visit https://pa familytravel.com.
is Risen! Easter Breakfast - 8:00-9:30 AM in the Fellowship Hall. The breakfast includes: egg muffins, French toast sticks, potatoes, fresh fruit and pastries. A freewill offering will be received for Donegal Conoy Food
People attend a previous year’s PA Family Travel Fair.
Echo the Bat, the mascot from Lincoln Caverns, will be one of the attractions for kids at the PA Family Travel Fair.
BOSSLER MENNONITE CHURCH: Located at 2021 Bossler Rd., Elizabethtown. Phone: 717-367-5167. Web site: www.bosslermennonite.org Sunday Worship held at 10 am. Preschool: 717537-8192.
CHIQUES METHODIST CHURCH:
1215 E. Main St., Mount Joy. Chris Ritchie, Interim Pastor. Worship Service at 9-10 am Children’s Sunday School: 9-10 am. Refreshments & Fellowship: 10-10:30 am. Adult Sunday School at 10:30-11:30 am. Nursery Provided, Handicapped Accessible. For more information, call: 717-653-5175.
CHRIST EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH 75-125 East High Street, Elizabethtown 717-367-2786. Rev. Albert J. Domines, Jr., Sr. Pastor. Rev. Gerald R. Kliner, Jr., Assoc. Pastor. Liturgies of Holy Eucharist Saturday at 6pm and Sunday at 8:15am & 11am. Sunday school for all ages 9:45am Handicapped accessible. Morning Prayer Wednesdays at 8:30am. Visit us online at: www.christlutheran-etown.com
COMMUNITY BIBLE CHURCH: welcomes you to Love God, Love Others, and Reach Out with us! Join us for worship on Sundays at 8:00, 9:30, or 11:00 a.m. We’re located at 331 Anderson Ferry Road in Marietta (off Rt 441 on Rt 772). Learn more at cbcpa.org.
ELIZABETHTOWN MENNONITE CHURCH:
300 S Spruce St. (corner of S. Spruce & E. Bainbridge) Elizabethtown, PA 17022. You are welcome to join us for Sunday School at 9:00 am and Sunday Worship at 10:00 am - in person or livestreamed on our YouTube Channel. Ph: 717-367-7089 info@etownmennonite.com Visit us online at www.etownmennonite.com
ETOWN GRACE CHURCH, 305 Anchor Rd, Elizabethtown, PA 17022. Dr. Rick A. Clark, Pastor. Sunday: SS and Adult Bible Classes 9 am, Morning Worship 10:15 am. Wed night 6:15-7:45 pm AWANA (Children’s Ministry). Website at etowngrace.com
FLORIN CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN: You are welcome here! Worship service is at 10:15am Sunday mornings at 815 Bruce Avenue, Mount Joy PA 17552. Now LiveStreaming on YouTube - Search for us @florinchurch For more information, visit us at www.florincob.org Phone: 717-6531202 Email: secretary@florincob.org
GLOSSBRENNER CHURCH: 713 Church St. (located on the corner of Church & Angle Sts.), Mount Joy. Sunday Worship Service: 10:00 am (In-Person or Live Streamed). Nursery Provided, Handicapped Accessible. Sunday School for all ages: 11:15 am. Pastor: Heather Hammel. Church Office: 717-653-5683. "Like" us on Facebook: Glossbrenner Church. www.glossbrenner.net
GRACE COMMUNITY FELLOWSHIP CHURCH OF MANHEIM: 1483 N. Colebrook Rd., Manheim. SUNDAYS: Adult Bible Class at 9:30am and Worship Service at 10:30am. Wednesday Evening Prayer is held from 6:30pm-7:30pm For more details, please visit http://www.gcfmanheim.org or call 717-665-7222.
MARY MOTHER OF THE CHURCH (A Roman Catholic Parish): 625 Union School Rd., Mount Joy. Pastor: Rev. Ted Keating. Mass Times: Saturday Vigil 4:30pm, Sunday 8:30 & 11 am; Monday thru Friday 8:30 am. Confessions: Sat 3:30pm. 717-653-4903, visit us online at www.marymotherparish.org
Stewardship consultant
Lynette Morales and certified financial planner and financial consultant Lisa McHenry will present the program.
MAYTOWN CHURCH OF GOD: 14 West Elizabeth St., Maytown. Scott Sweigart, Pastor. All are w0elcome! Sunday Worship Service at 9:00 am. Phone: 717-426-3117. www.maytowncog.org
MILTON GROVE CHURCH: 2026 Cloverleaf Road (located N. of Rt. 283 Rheems/ Elizabethtown Exit) Mount Joy. Pastor: Jamie Pietsch. Join us Sundays at 9:30 am for in-person worship and on Facebook live at www.miltongrovechurch.com
PROCLAMATION PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH (PCA): Meeting at Kraybill Mennonite School, 598 Kraybill Church Rd., Mount Joy, PA 17552. Sundays at 10:30am We Welcome You! Visit us online at www.proclamationpca.com
RUHL’S CHURCH: A growing church committed to Christ. Worship on Sunday morning at 8 am for a traditional feel. Sunday School for all ages at 9:15 am., 10:30 am. Worship led by praise band. (Nursery available. Handicap accessible.) For more information, please call 717-665-3400 or visit www.ruhlschurch.org Located at 4810 Elizabethtown Rd, Manheim.
SAINT PAUL’S CHURCH (A united Methodist Congregation): 398 N. Locust Street (North Spruce and Oak Streets), Elizabethtown, PA 17022. Phone:717-367-1889. Sunday Worship: Traditional at 8:30am, Grace Kids (ages 0-12 yrs) at 10:15am, Contemporary 10:15am.Email:office@wearesaintpauls.com Visit us online at: wearesaintpauls.com
ST. MARK’S UNITED METHODIST CHURCH: Loving, growing, and sharing JOY through Jesus! Sunday service times: 9 and 10:30 a.m. 27 E. Main St., Mount Joy 717-6535493. www.connectstmarks.com Livestream at facebook.com/ConnectStMarks
TBC BIBLE CHURCH: Together Becoming Christ-like. 5880 School House Rd., Elizabethtown. We are a friendly, family-like atmosphere welcoming you to join us for Sunday school for all ages at 9:30 am & worship at 10:30 am. (jr. church included). Afternoon / evening gatherings meet on various Sundays for prayer, Bible study and fellowship. Wednesday prayer meeting at 7:00pm. Monthly men’s and women’s Bible studies offer an opportunity to grow deeper in the Word and to fellowship with others. tbcbiblechurch.org or call 717-433-7585
WAYSIDE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH: 600 Stony Battery Rd., Landisville (near Hempfield High School). Rev. Dr. Stephen P. Fritz, Pastor. Sunday morning Worship with Nursery: 9am Traditional, 10am Fellowship, 10:30am Contemporary with Children & Youth classes. www.waysidepc.org or call: (717) 898-1551.
WORD OF LIFE CHAPEL: 139 Wickersham Rd., Bainbridge. 717-426-1171 Sunday Service - 10:15 am (Children’s Ministry & Nursery Care Provided). Visit us online at www.wordoflifechapel.org We welcome you!
ZION EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH/ LANDISVILLE: 85 East Brandt Blvd. 717-898-2911; adminzelc@comcast.net In-person worship at 9am. Live-stream link can be found at zionhempfield.net under the worship tab and on the Zion Lutheran Hempfield Facebook page. Adult Sunday School in-person at 10:15am. Pastor Timothy Seitz-Brown.
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“The conversation will be looking at how to make decisions about our ‘final season,’” said Adam Swarr, pastor of family ministries for Mount Joy Church of God. “How do we decide what to put in our will and plan for what happens afterward? It will also look at things like preplanning medical decisions through a living will and other aspects of planning for our future health, financial and emotional aspects as we age.”
Swarr understands this subject well, he said.
“Before getting into ministry, I was a licensed financial adviser for over a decade, so I know from experience this is a topic that most people haven’t thought about or are unprepared for,” he remarked. “Even people that put plans together find out there were things they didn’t think about it or plan for. My hope is that those in attendance will learn a few things they can use to make educated decisions about what’s best for themselves and their families.”
The talk offers a way for the church to interact with people outside its congregation, he said.
“Our church has always had a focus on the community, but this year we wanted to take it to the next level, and part of that is putting on a series of educational talks,” he stated. “We did a parenting event in February, now this one, and we have other events in the works for the fall.”
Both Morales and McHenry work for Ever -
ence, a financial planning company that serves Mount Joy and surrounding areas. Morales’ background includes more than 15 years of experience in the financial industry, providing guidance to pastors, churches and congregations in areas of stewardship and financial ministries. McHenry serves as an investment adviser representative and is a licensed insurance agent, providing clients with financial planning, retirement and life transition navigation and investment management and socially responsible investments.
Swarr hopes people will attend to ensure a steady future for the family they leave behind when they die.
“With my background as a financial adviser, I’ve seen bad situations when someone hasn’t planned for that final season. I’ve seen families torn apart after someone passes away, fighting over how to handle things,” he said. “It’s all unnecessary. Having a proper plan can save a lot of heartache, fighting and oftentimes money. It’s always been my passion to educate people. Our church wants to be a community resource, so we are trying to provide free opportunities to help those around us by teaching them practical tools they can use to improve their lives.”
No tickets are required to attend the talk, but people are asked to register at www.mountjoy churchofgod.org to ensure there is enough seating for everyone. Light refreshments will be available at the event.
For more information on Everence, visit www.everence.com.
Good Friday Service Planned
Etown Grace Church, 305 Anchor Road, Elizabethtown, will hold a Good Friday service on Friday, April 3. The event will begin at 7 p.m.
The service will include the singing of hymns and worship songs,
along with Scripture and reflections on the Seven Sayings of Christ from the cross. Pastor Rick Clark, pastor Bryan Hoover and Jeff Ruhl will share the Scriptures, and the church’s worship team will present special music.
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