Investing in Women’s Futures
BY CAT SHANNON
Callie Tomblin’s title may be program coordinator for Second Grace, but she’s actually an investment adviser. She’s helping her clients invest in themselves.
“I really believe in the social capital theory, where if people don’t have resources that many of us take for granted, they are kind of behind,” she said. “A lot of the women in our program are in that situation.”
Second Grace pairs young single mothers - “Graces” - with trained advocates called “Sages.” Each Sage helps a Grace navigate life, whether that’s providing transportation to appointments or getting a Grace connected to community services like food banks or GED classes. Sages might also just spend time with their Grace in a positive way, socializing and offering connection.
There are currently eight women in the Second Grace program, which focuses on women between the ages of 18 and 25, although the organization will accept Graces outside of that age range depending on the circumstances.
Tomblin, who is pursuing a master’s degree in social work, said the program coordinator position appealed to her because she wants to make a difference.
She came on board in May, and she’s excited about the goals she’s set for herself.
“Because we’re a nonprofit, there is so much we want to achieve, but it’s not always easy,” she shared.
“My main goal right now is to get the program a vehicle, because over half of our girls don’t have transportation. Maybe we can teach
the girls how to drive and also try to get vehicles for these girls. Not having reliable transportation is a struggle in Lancaster. It’s difficult for these girls to get to jobs or child care without transportation.”
“This program can help so many people out, and it doesn’t take a lot to make a difference in a Grace’s life.”
Tomblin’s role also includes applying for grants, which she is currently in the midst of doing as she looks for a donated vehicle.
“This program isn’t like anything I have ever seen before, and I think it’s a program that’s really needed,” said Tomblin, noting that many of the women in the program are completely on their own. “I was telling someone the other day, ‘If I ended up homeless tomorrow, I would have 10 people who would take me in, but these girls don’t
have that.’ They don’t have that support system.”
She compared Second Grace to programs like Big Brothers Big Sisters for the social supports it provides. “Many of these women are just now entering adult life and the workforce, and they don’t have any help or resources,” she said. “We call them ‘at risk’ because they’re just surviving and trying to get through.”
She’s eager to work alongside the women as they find stability.
“We’re trying to help them with mentorship and anything we can help them with,” she said. “This is not a one-size-fits-all program. We want to ask each person, ‘What do you specifically need?’ and then we try to help them as much as we can.”
Second Grace began in 2021 when founder Candace Abel was moved to start the organization after volunteering as a Court Appointed Special Advocate and noting that support was lacking for young mothers in the program.
“She saw this need, and she believes in this program,” Tomblin
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In the heart of Lancaster city, land at the junction of Juliette and Frances avenues hides a secret, and it’s one that local resident Jeremy Raff is determined to bring back into the light. Nearly a century ago, the site housed Rossmere Base Ball Park, where some of baseball’s greatest talents played, but their stories have long gone untold.
In the 1920s, Rossmere hosted the Harrisburg Giants, an Eastern Colored League team led by center fielder and player-manager Oscar Charleston, whom historians rank among the greatest baseball players of all time.
Alongside him were teammates like Rap Dixon, a talented outfielder and all-around powerhouse, and Clarence “Fats” Jenkins, a dynamic leadoff hitter who later starred in basketball and earned a spot in the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.
Though Jackie Robinson broke Major League Baseball’s color barrier in 1947, Lancaster had hosted major league-level Black baseball decades earlier - a fact often forgotten until Major League Baseball officially recognized Negro League statistics as major league records in 2020.
Also largely forgotten was the role Lancaster city played in promoting Negro League games. From 1925-27, the Giants played 20 exhibitions at Rossmere and several league games with thousands of fans in attendance. The players thrilled crowds with feats like their triple steal in the eighth inning of their first league game at Rossmere on April 26, 1925a play involving Jenkins, Dixon and Charleston - but the field
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said. “She’s the reason this program is so amazing.” Abel founded the program in Mount Joy, but it currently operates out of Community Place on Washington, 105 E. Washington St., Elizabethtown. It serves women throughout Lancaster County.
BY CAT SHANNON
Back-to-school is an exciting time of anticipation for most students, but for some families, the cost of supplies can be overwhelming. RAISE28 is here to help.
and information about RAISE28.
The organization will host its annual Backpack Giveaway from Tuesday, Aug. 12, through Friday, Aug. 15, at 105 Fairview St., Mount Joy. Time slots will run from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. If backpacks are still available, walk-ins will be accepted on Saturday, Aug. 16, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Backpacks for students of all ages, from kindergarten to 12th grade, will be available for pickup, each filled with school supplies
“Last year we gave away over 650 backpacks to students across Lancaster County,” shared Mark Unger, executive director of RAISE28. “As in years past, our goal is to distribute at least 600 backpacks this year.”
RAISE28 offers the Backpack Giveaway as a way to bless students and families who find it challenging to make ends meet, he said.
“It also gives us the opportunity to introduce people to our facility and the various programs that we offer,” he noted. “Like the backpacks, all of our programs and services are free of charge.”
The initiative also provides a way for RAISE28 to connect with people and organizations in the wider community.
“The Backpack Giveaway is important to us as it gives us the opportunity to partner with local churches, volunteer organizations, businesses and individuals who join us in this venture to help others who are in need,” Unger explained. “Most of the backpacks are donated by someone in our community, while RAISE28 purchases the school supplies.”
He hopes people who have come to RAISE28 before as well as newcomers will sign up for a time slot for the Backpack Giveaway.
“If you are new to our area or have not participated in this event in the past, we want to encourage you to stop by and allow us to share about the services we provide for kids from kindergarten to 12th grade,” he said. “It is the mission of RAISE28 to reach local youth with the life-changing gospel of Jesus Christ.”
Backpacks may be picked up by registering for a time slot at https://raise28.org/ Events. For more information, call 717-653-9511.
Many of the Sages in the program have had personal experiences that help them connect with their Grace.
“A lot of the mentors involved with us have said things like, ‘I had a baby at 17, and I would have loved to have a program like this when I was that age,’” Tomblin remarked.
The organization is always looking for women to serve as mentors or help in any capacity as a volunteer.
“We definitely need Sages, but if someone doesn’t want to be a mentor or they think that’s too much on their plate, we are looking for people who want to drive or provide child care at our meetings, or if someone is an expert on something, we’d love to have them come in and talk to the girls.”
Women who are interested in becoming Sages may sign up for a training to be held on Saturday, Sept. 27. The comprehensive program will provide background on expectations and responsibilities of the Sages.
After the training, Sages are expected to set aside six to 10 hours a month to meet with their Grace.
“That can look like texting every week, phone calls, getting together to fill out a resume,” Tomblin said. “It can look like a lot of different areas of contact.”
She noted that the program is never lacking for Graces, so the need for mentors is great.
“We really need volunteers,” she said. “This program can help so many people out, and it doesn’t take a lot to make a difference in a Grace’s life.”
For more information on volunteering or details on the upcoming training, visit https://secondgrace .org/mentor, call 717435-0207 or email Tomlin at Callie.secondgrace @gmail.com.
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Keith Cullen, director of student ministries (far right), with students and backpacks at RAISE28
Lancaster Company Offers Rebates to Flood Victims
Lancaster-based U.S. Boiler Company has introduced a rebate program to help victims of flood damage throughout Lancaster County.
The recent severe weather events experienced in the Lancaster area damaged many heating systems. From now through Tuesday, Sept. 30, U.S. Boiler Company is offering a special tiered
rebate program for residents whose boilers were damaged by floods.
Homeowners who purchase a new cast-iron gasfired boiler are eligible for a $300 rebate. Those who purchase a cast-iron oil-fired boiler are eligible for a $400 rebate, and residential condensing boiler installations can receive a $500 rebate. All rebates will be paid
Railroading Merit Badge Workshops Set
The Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania, 300 Gap Road, Strasburg, has announced on-site railroading merit badge workshops for Saturdays, Sept. 20 and Nov. 15.
directly to homeowners at the address of installation. Boilers must be installed by a licensed professional installer and registered in Lancaster County. Proof of purchase, installation and photos of the flood-damaged boiler are required for redemption. Installing contractors must purchase replacement boilers from a participating wholesale distributor. No online retailers are permitted.
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Scouts must be accompanied by an adult at all times. The workshops are capped at 25 Scouts each and will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. People may purchase tickets for one Scout and one accompanying adult for a set fee or tickets for three Scouts and one adult for a discounted fee. For more information and to register, search for “Railroading Merit Badge Workshop” at www .eventbrite.com.
To learn more about the Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania, visit www .rrmuseumpa.org or call 717-687-8628.
The programs will offer an opportunity for boys and girls ages 11 through 17 who are involved in Scouting to learn by working with historic artifacts and model trains. The daylong workshops will feature various railroad-themed activities, including tours, demonstrations, and a G-scale model railroad simulation. All requirements will be fulfilled in a single day. A unique Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania “Railroading Merit Badge” patch is an extra reward for participants who complete the workshop at the museum.
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was lost when the baseball park was demolished to make way for Lancaster Catholic High School.
That history might have remained buried if not for Raff, a Lancaster native who discovered Charleston’s connection to the city while reading Jeremy Beer’s biography of the Hall of Famer in 2021.
“I grew up in Lancaster, and I’ve played baseball my whole life, and I did not know this connection,” Raff said. “If this had been the Phillies playing here, we’d never stop talking about it.”
What started as a curiosity became a mission. Raff spent two years researching the Harrisburg Giants’ time in Lancaster, partnering with Negro League historian and Lancaster Catholic graduate Ted Knorr to gather details and raise awareness.
His work culminated in the dedication of a historic marker outside Lancaster Catholic High School in June, celebrating Rossmere’s place in baseball history and marking the 100th anniversary of the first Negro League game. Descendants of Giants players attended the unveiling, a powerful moment that connected Lancaster’s present with its overlooked past.
“I had a desire to elevate this story,” Raff said. “The more people I talked to about the Negro League players who played here, the more they said, ‘Really? I didn’t know.’ We had major league games here, and that adds a sense of pride. It’s a feather in our cap and another way we are a great, welcoming community. This is something we should celebrate.”
Raff noted that while
the field was demolished in 1929, its site is now also commemorated with a plaque on the ground inside Lancaster Catholic High School marking the approximate spot of home plate. The outside plaque is located on Frances Avenue where the firstbase grandstands would have stood.
Raff’s project has also included community partnerships to spread the word creatively.
Spring House Brewing Co. launched “Fence Bustin’,” a commemorative pilsner honoring the Giants, with proceeds benefiting Community Action Partnership (CAP) of Lancaster County’s Crispus Attucks Community Center, which celebrates African American history. The Lancaster Stormers hosted a Negro Leagues Night in June, donning Giants replica jerseys later auctioned to support CAP.
Meanwhile, LancasterHistory unveiled “Open
The Door: Baseball’s Color Line in Central Pennsylvania,” an exhibit curated by Raff highlighting not only the Giants but also stories like that of Keith Kelley, who pitched a no-hitter for the Lancaster Red Roses in his debut in 1951, only to face racist hostility from fans. The exhibit will run through Saturday, Aug. 30, at 230 N. President Ave., Lancaster.
For Raff, who works as the director of data analytics and strategy for the School District of Lancaster, the project has had a ripple effect, sparking conversations about local
Black history and inspiring pride in Lancaster’s place in baseball’s story.
“Being able to highlight these stories has given me so much joy,” Raff said, noting that while he plans to take a break before diving into his next passion project, he’s not done yet. “I continue to be fascinated by the history of baseball in Lancaster, and at some point, I’d like to do even more on the subject.”
For more information on the exhibit, visit www.lancasterhistory .org/exhibitions/special -exhibitions.
Carla Kinard (left), granddaughter of a Harrisburg Giants player, and Jeremy Raff at the marker. Photo by Community Action Partnership
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Dignity and Hope on Sale at the ReStore
BY JEFF FALK
Conscientious consumers are economic engineers, thrifty spenders and financial stewards. They are also very much aware of where their money goes and whom it benefits.
Conscientious consumers know that money used for purchases at the ReStore is well-spent.
“The ReStore is a treasure hunt,” said Ben Mathus, who’s been the ReStore’s director for eight years. “Our savvy shoppers know our truck schedule. They want to see what new products are going to hit our floor. The savvy shoppers are in here regularly searching for gems. There are tremendous savings here.”
It’s been a year since Lancaster-Lebanon Habitat for Humanity relocated its ReStore retail operations from a 20,000-square-foot building at 155 Independence Court, Lancaster, to a 33,000-square-foot site at 1061 Manheim Pike, Lancaster. That anniversary was marked with a celebration on June 21.
“We had a great vibe going on that day,” said Mathus. “We had a line outside
the front door. When we opened the doors, people rushed in. It was kind of a party atmosphere. We generated a lot of income for the house-building program.”
“We were at our old location for 25 years, and we just outgrew it,” Mathus added. “It was time for something newer, larger, something to support our growing mission. It’s a larger, brighter building, and it’s a better customer experience all the way around.”
A large portion of the ReStore’s inventory is made up of building supplies, household goods, home décor and do-it-yourself materials donated by companies, private estates and individuals. The ReStore sells new and used furniture, hardware, plumbing supplies, bathtubs, roof shingles, latex gloves, doors and windows, used appliances, filters, wall art and light fixtures.
In a typical year, the ReStore sells enough of those donated items to fund two housing projects for Lancaster-Lebanon Habitat for Humanity, which renovates or builds safe, affordable homes for
local low-income families.
“The ReStore is one of the fundraising arms of Habitat for Humanity,” said Mathus. “We are all about reduce, reuse and recycle and keeping materials out of landfills. We’re prioritizing materials. We are a retail outlet. Our mission is clear; we support our affiliate program.”
On the average, between 200 and 300 shoppers frequent the ReStore each day. The ReStore is open Tuesdays through Fridays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
“My favorite part is seeing what comes in through our donation doors, seeing what kind of interesting items come in,” said Mathus. “We don’t have an inventory. We don’t get manifests of what’s coming in. It’s always different. It’s always unexpected.”
The ReStore employs 15 staff members. But the ReStore “really couldn’t do what we do” without the work of nearly 40 regular volunteers, Mathus emphasized.
“Everyone deserves a safe, dry, affordable house,” said Mathus. “Everyone
Historical Society To Host Plein Air Event
The Mount Joy Area Historical Society will host the Plein Air Quick Draw, an outdoor painting event, on Saturday, Aug. 9, at locations throughout downtown Mount Joy.
From 10 a.m. to noon, participating artists will have two hours to create original artwork inspired by the streets, structures and scenes of Mount Joy. Artists will paint “en plein air,” a French expression meaning “in the open air,” and must complete their works within the allotted timeframe.
Immediately following the competition, the public is invited to the Mount Joy Area Historical Society building, 120 Fairview St., from 12:30
to 2 p.m. for an art exhibit and sale showcasing the freshly painted works. This is an opportunity for community members to meet local artists, purchase original artwork and vote for their favorite pieces in the People’s Choice Award category. The event is free to attend.
Artist check-in will take place from 8 to 10:30 a.m. at Mount Joy Borough Hall, 21 E. Main St., prior to the painting window. Artists of all experience levels are welcome to participate, and advance registration is encouraged.
For more information or to register as an artist, visit www.mountjoyhistory .com/plein-air-quick-draw.
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McNalley Honored at SkillsUSA
Jonathan McNally from Elizabethtown was awarded a Skill Point Certificate in welding sculpture at the 2025 SkillsUSA Championships, held in Atlanta on June 25 and 26. Jonathan is a student at Lancaster County Career & Technology Center, Mount Joy.
More than 6,500 students competed at the national showcase of career and technical education. The SkillsUSA Championships is the largest skills competition in the world. First-place state winners were invited to the event to demonstrate their technical skills, workplace skills and personal skills in 114 hands-on competitions, including robotics, automotive technology, drafting, criminal justice, aviation maintenance and public speaking. Industry leaders from 850 businesses, corporations, trade associations and unions planned and evaluated the contestants against their standards for entry-level workers. More than 1,200 industry judges and technical committee members participated this year.
All SkillsUSA Championships competitors were honored on June 27 at the closing SkillsUSA Awards Session at State Farm Arena. As an indicator of proficiency, Skill Point Certificates were awarded to the national contestants who met a predetermined threshold contest score for their SkillsUSA event, demonstrating workplace readiness. Students can add this certificate to an employment portfolio.
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Hernandez-Broome received a Master of Arts in art therapy.
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Quality aluminum Leaf Guard Installation. SAME WEEK SERVICE. Exp. & insured. Call/text 717-715-5844 lv. msg.
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Remodel • Basements • Additions Decks • Fences, etc. We do it all! Insd./PA176621 | 717-984-3865
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WROUGHT IRON RAILS, gates, fences, etc., 10% Off Senior/Vet Discount BUCH CUSTOM WELDING 717-664-4388
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ITEMS WANTED
ALWAYS BUYING Classic, Muscle & Sports Cars Jeff Gast, 717-575-4561
BUYING CLASSIC CARS, TRUCKS, SUVs **American and Foreign** Any Condition. Buying entire car collections. $$PAYING CA$H$$ Please call 717-5778206 KRMiller1965@yahoo.com
BUYING GOLD COINS, Rare Coins, Gold Bars/Ingots *American and Foreign*, Highest Prices Paid, $$PAYING CASH$$. Please call Tony 717-723-9505 or info@cabbage-coins.com
CORVETTES WANTED 1953 thru 2019 Jeff Gast, 717-575-4561
DONATE YOUR CAR, truck, boat, RV and more to support our veterans! Schedule a FAST, FREE vehicle pickup and receive a top tax deduction! Call Veteran Car Donations at 1-877-327-0686 today!
Clean, Repair, Gutter Guards. Property Maint. by Steve. 717-892-7411
HANDYMAN: Painting. Land/Hardscaping. Gutters/Guards, Decks, Siding, Roofing, Mailboxes, 717-826-3680
HAUL YOUR JUNK AWAY
Home, yard waste, appliances; Whatever! Also Shed Removal. 717-669-7854
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
JACUZZI BATH REMODEL can install a new, custom bath or shower in as little as one day. For a limited time, waiving ALL installation costs! Additional terms apply. Subject to change and vary by dealer. (Offer ends 9/30/25) Call 1-844-826-2535
JUNK REMOVAL
Basements, garages, attics, appliances. Five Star Property Service, 717-278-1030
SAFE STEP NORTH America’s #1 Walk-In 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.
SEAMLESS GUTTERS, ROOFING, SOFFIT, FASCIA, GUTTER GUARDS Call Solanco Spouting & Exteriors Lic. & Insd. 717-824-2765
STUMP GRINDING Free estimates. Insured. Call or text Mitzel’s Stump Grinding 717-858-9347
STUMP GRINDING SERVICES 717-989-7938, leave message.
GET A BREAK on your taxes! Donate your car, truck, or SUV to assist the blind and visually impaired. Arrange a swift, no-cost vehicle pickup and secure a generous tax credit for 2025. Call Heritage for the Blind Today at 1-844-320-2804 today!
WANTED! MOTORCYCLES & MINI BIKES! ANTIQUE AND CLASSIC. Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki, Yamaha, Triumph, BSA, and other foreign models. $$PAYING CA$H$$ 717-577-8206 KRMiller1965@yahoo.com
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. Doug Paglia, 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 75-133 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 6 pm & Sunday at 9:30 am. Handicapped accessible. Morning Prayer Wed. at 8:30am. 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.
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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
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 LUKE EPISCOPAL CHURCH: 209 S. Market St. at Columbia Ave., Mount Joy. Phone: 717-653-4977. Sunday Holy Eucharist at 11 am. Wednesday Morning Prayer at 10 am in the Education Building. Taize Service 1st Sat. of the month at 5 pm. stlukesmountjoy@gmail.com www.stlukesmountjoypa.org Handicap Accessible.
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
needs a place to live. If it’s not safe, dry and affordable, it’s not a house; it’s not a home. Having a roof over your head affords so many opportunities. Housing is critical. We see it with kids’ grades. That stuff trickles down, and it affects the whole family. We want everyone to thrive and survive.”
Habitat for Humanity, an international organization, launched an arm in Lancaster in 1986. In 2015, the local branch expanded to include residents in Lebanon County.
Originally started in a location at 1520 Lincoln Highway East, Lancaster, the ReStore has been financially supporting the Lancaster-Lebanon Habitat for Humanity’s mission for 32 years.
“We’ve helped hundreds of people over that time, locally, in our region,” said Mathus. “We build new houses and remodel older homes. By preserving existing structures, we’re saving the soul of the city.”
For additional information, go to www.lancaster lebanonhabitat.org.
Miklos Named to Dean’s List
Alfred Miklos was named to the dean’s list for the spring 2025 academic semester at Salve Regina University, Newport, R.I. Miklos is a resident of Elizabethtown.
To qualify for the dean’s list, students must
earn a semester grade point average of 3.6 for full-time students completing at least 12 graded credits, or a semester grade point average of 3.8 for part-time students completing at least six credits.
Sen. Scott Martin has organized a Senior Expo to be held on Thursday, Aug. 14, from 10 a.m. to noon at the Farm and Home Center, 1383 Arcadia Road, Lancaster. More than 50 exhibitors will be available to offer information on programs and services for older community residents.
State, county, and local agencies will be on hand to provide information on a wide variety of benefits for older Pennsylvanians, including health and wellness, assistive technologies, consumer protection, income tax assistance, veteran benefits, traffic safety, and utility assistance. Free health screenings, door prizes, and light refreshments will be available for visitors. The American Red Cross will also host a blood drive at the event from 9 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. by appointment. Donors can schedule an appointment
by calling Martin’s office at 717-397-1309 or visiting https://tinyurl.com/ martinblooddrive.
As a new feature at this year’s expo, a special Hall of Heroes exhibit will be on display to highlight the service of the region’s hometown military veterans and active-duty military personnel. Family and friends of local veterans and military personnel can submit their loved one’s name, photo, years of service, and branch of service to be included in the exhibit at https:// senatorscottmartinpa .com/hall-of-heroes/. The deadline for nominations is Thursday, Aug. 7. Community residents can register to attend the free expo at https:// senatorscottmartinpa .com/senior-expo-cons tituent-reg/. Registration is encouraged but not required.
Mobile App Available for Veterans
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has announced that its VA: Health and Benefits mobile app has achieved more than 3 million downloads since its launch in 2021.
The app, which has 1.4 million active users, provides veterans with access to a variety of information on VA health care and benefits directly from their mobile phones. The app enables users to refill and
track VA prescriptions, review appointments, review claims and appeals status, submit evidence for claims and appeals, review VA payment and direct deposit information, locate the closest VA facilities, access the Veterans Crisis Line, and show proof of veteran status.
To learn more about the app or download it, visit https://mobile.va.gov/app/ va-health-and-benefits.
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
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!
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