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Hempfield Band Show Will Be a Quiet Riot
BY GEORGE DEIBEL
The Hempfield High School marching band will be making a statement even when it’s not making a sound.
The unit’s fall program for football games and competitions is called “Shh!”
“It’s about the sound of silence, so we have some parts of the show that are really loud and then they get right to quiet just to have the feeling of silence,” explained senior drum major Liv Schmidt explained.
“It’s kind of hard in a marching band show because you think big, loud instruments, but it’s really all about embracing the silence to have your own thoughts.”
The Black Knights’ marching band has been preparing for its show with camps in August. After a minicamp, Hempfield held two
weeks of camp from Aug. 4 to 8 and Aug. 11 to 15. The band practiced from 12:30 to 9 p.m., including an hour dinner break and some fun activities.
Junior drum major Adam Binder was impressed. “I like the work ethic I’ve seen. It has been through the roof,” he said. “I love to see the effort and focus that everyone is putting in the skill level people are achieving already. It’s awesome to see.”
“Shh!” is composed of three songs: Beethoven’s Symphony No. 5, “The Sound of Silence” by Simon and Garfunkel, and Symphony No. 9 by Beethoven.
“Beethoven was deaf for a large part of his career,” Liv said. “Our show is also including some parts of what your experience would be if you were deaf.”
Band director Matt Ceresini said, “We thought it would be interesting
to start a show where we go, ‘Shh!’ and get the audience to feel a little more involved. It’s like breaking the fourth wall a little bit. That was the original idea, and then we were just talking about ways we could do that. There’s a couple of silent parts, and then we have a part that’s going to have American Sign Language in it, too. We’re going to communicate with the audience without sound.
“There’s also a part just exploring the use of sound,” Ceresini continued. “The color guard is using flags made of metal. When they move through the air, it makes a really loud sound. We’re exploring all the ways we can use sound and silence.”
On Saturday, Sept. 13, Hempfield will host Opening Night in the football stadium, 340 Mumma Drive, beginning at 6 p.m. West
BY GEORGE DEIBEL
Christine Helm has not been able read a book since being involved in an automobile collision nine years ago.
But she has written one in that span.
In June, the West Hempfield Township resident self-published her first book, “Chicken Therapy.”
“Chicken Therapy” is the story of how Helm regained a normal life by undergoing vision therapy and observing chickens and ducks her family was raising.
The book can be purchased at www.chickentherapy.com and in two stores in Columbia - HomeGoodies & Coffee, 336 Locust St., and Andy’s Market, 310 N. 11th St. She also expects the book to be available on Amazon.
In 2016, the vehicle carrying Christine and her daughter, Jenifer, was hit head-on by a distracted driver. The Helms suffered seemingly minor injuries and were released from the hospital the night of the crash. However, Christine, experiencing a concussion and double vision, found that her condition worsened.
“I tried to go back to teaching, and then my vision would just get worse, and I had headaches and nausea,” said Christine. “I wrote the book because I eventually ended up losing my job as a high school math teacher. My vision was so off that I couldn’t function well at all.”
Christine said she was ultimately diagnosed with damage in the nerves that control eye movements, and treatments did not work. “I didn’t know what to do,” she said. “I was in a deep depression. I couldn’t function;
Members of the Hempfield High School marching band practice during band camp. Photo by George Deibel
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Something for Every Senior
BY CAT SHANNON
Stop by the Senior Center at GEARS in Elizabethtown, and you never know what you might see.
“There’s a little something different happening each day,” said Jess Raush, Senior Center director.
Seniors might be playing Wii games, gardening, enjoying trivia, taking community walks or competing in bingo. Breakfast is served two days a week, and lunch is offered Monday through Friday at the center, located at 70 S. Poplar St., Elizabethtown.
The programs are funded in part by the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture and the Lancaster County Office of Aging, and all programs and activities are designed with the center’s mission in mind: to enhance the dignity, independence and community involvement of older citizens. The organization also seeks to provide good nutritional, social, educational, recreational and cultural programs for participants; to provide a support system of informational and referral services for those with
specific needs; and to provide opportunities for learning new skills, personal growth and the sharing of common interests.
“We’re here for fun and camaraderie,” Raush said. “We offer a little bit of something for everyone!”
Programs are offered free of charge to anyone age 60 and up, although donations are received in a donation box on-site if people feel moved to give. Participants come from a large service area that includes Elizabethtown, Bainbridge, Mount Joy, Salunga, Landisville and Manheim.
The staff members of the Senior Center are always looking for new ways to entertain guests and enhance the lives of seniors, so when a community member named Karen stopped by to volunteer, Raush was thrilled.
“Karen was a nurse prior to retiring,” Raush said. “She brings hats, she plays the guitar as she sings and she sings songs that the seniors would be familiar with - songs from their time growing up.”
Known among Senior
Center visitors as “the Singing Nurse,” Karen loves giving back to her community.
“She has so much joy; after her first time joining us, the seniors were hooked and liked having her!” Raush said, encouraging other members of the community to consider volunteering.
“If you have a special talent for music, crafts, gardening, health (or really almost anything), we can use you! The most important part is to
have a smile.”
While programs like Karen’s are entertaining, they also serve another purpose: helping seniors thrive.
“We’re here to put smiles on people’s faces,” Raush noted. “We meet so many needs including social, (nutritional) as well as helping people find social services they may need.”
For more information on volunteering, call Raush at 717-367-7984 or stop by the center.
Church To Offer DivorceCare Support Group
Hempfield Church, 3050
Marietta Ave., Lancaster, will host DivorceCare, a nationally recognized, Christian-based support program for individuals experiencing separation or divorce.
The 13-week video-based support group will be offered
in two parts. Part One will run on Thursdays, Sept. 4 through Oct. 16, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in Room 170. This session will focus on the emotional impact of separation and divorce, providing participants with tools to process grief, reduce stress and begin the healing jour-
ney in a safe and supportive environment.
Part Two, to be offered in January 2026, will guide participants through the next stage of life as a single person, offering encouragement and practical advice for moving forward with confidence and hope.
DivorceCare will be led by Robin Wise LeCrone, a licensed professional
counselor, who brings both professional expertise and personal understanding, having walked through divorce herself.
There will be a cost for the program, which covers all materials. Payment (cash or check) is due at the first session. Registration is required by Thursday, Aug. 21, at www.hempfield umc.org/divorce.
Church To Offer GriefShare Program
Hempfield Church, 3050
Marietta Ave., Lancaster, invites individuals who are grieving the loss of a loved one to join GriefShare, a Christian-based grief support group. The upcoming 13-week session will be held on Wednesdays from Aug. 27 to Nov. 19 from 12:30 to 2 p.m. in Room 124 at the church.
Each session combines professionally produced video content with small group discussions, offering participants a safe space to process their grief.
Attendees will also receive a workbook with journaling prompts and reflection exercises to guide them through their personal healing journey.
GriefShare will be led by Robin Murray and Ashley Elliott, experienced facilitators who have experienced grief themselves.
The registration fee will be payable by cash or check at the first meeting. To attend, participants must register by Monday, Aug. 25, at www.hempfield umc.org/grief.
Karen the Singing Nurse entertains at the GEARS Senior Center.
Touchstone Foundation Expands Youth Programming
Touchstone Foundation has announced the expansion of its mental health mentorship programming.
The summer Rise Above program will be offered as a new after-school program or student club for Lancaster County high school students during the school year, expanding pathways for students to become youth mental health advocates.
The Rise Above program connects Lancaster County high school students with trusted adult mentors, including mental health professionals, teaching artists, and local leaders. The program aims to foster safe spaces for students to explore their identity, strengthen coping skills, and gain confidence through community, creativity, and conversation.
With grant funding from the Lancaster County Community Foundation’s Next Generation Grant, the Touchstone Foundation has developed a new curriculum for Rise Above after-school programs. The curriculum is built around three key
modules: discovering yourself, interacting with others, and looking to the future. Students will participate in guided sessions on sound healing, poetry, journaling, racial equity, safe teen dating, and more.
In response to a need for youth mentorship, Touchstone Foundation is funding additional mentorship and youth wellness partnerships with organizations including City Limits Foundation Grant, Welcoming Connections, YWCA Lancaster, Big Brothers Big Sisters of South-Central PA, The Hood Hippie Love Yourself, Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health, Community Wellness, Community Services Group, Bench Mark Program, 415 East Recording, and Soliman Photography & Videography.
Touchstone Foundation is a nonprofit organization that has focused on elevating the mental well-being of youths and children in Lancaster County for 25 years. For more information, visit https:// touchstonefound.org.
Violinist To Perform Concert
Gretna Music will present a performance by violinist Mio Imai at the Mount Gretna Playhouse, 200 Pennsylvania Ave., Mount Gretna, on Sunday, Aug. 24, at 7:30 p.m. Doors will open at 7:15.
Imai has been a solo performer since she was 9 years old. Now 14, she has played with Vancouver Symphony Orchestra and Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra in the U.S., as well as the FVG Orchestra and Accademia d’Archi Arrigoni Orchestra in Italy. Imai has won the first prize in the 2024 Arthur Grumiaux International Violin Competition (Belgium), 2024 Stulberg International String Competition (U.S.), 2024 Music Teachers National Association Competition (U.S.), and the 2023 Piccolo Violino Magico International Competition (Italy). Imai has also competed and placed in the Leonid Kogan International
Kids Cookie Break Fest Planned
WJTL will host the Kids Cookie Break Fest on Saturday, Aug. 23, at The Junction Center, 1875 Junction Road, Manheim. Identical programs will be offered from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and from 2 to 5 p.m.
The event will feature two outdoor stages with performances by Phredd, First Capital Drumline, Forgotten Friend Reptile Sanctuary, Erick Hershey’s Country Conjuring Magic, The Music Podcast for Kids, Marian and Friends, Cissy and The Man, The DKers, and This Way Up.
Activities will include bounce houses, covered wagon rides, Spooky Nook Gymnastics, Snapology fun, barrel train rides,
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Attendees are asked to bring pantry items or condiments to donate to Water Street Mission. A list of needed items can be viewed at www .thejunctioncenter.com/ kids-cookie-break-fest-2025.
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Church To Host Festival
Trinity Lutheran Church of Colebrook, 58 Church Road, Manheim, will host Nickolas Sieber’s Traditional Jazz & Ragtime Festival on Saturday, Aug. 23. Attendees of the event will enjoy a living history experience highlighting music of the American songbook from the 1890s through 1930.
fashion displays, and special guest R.W. Tintypes offering authentic 19th-century tintype photography portrait sittings. Trinity Lutheran Church of Colebrook will prepare food that will be available for purchase throughout the day.
Competition, the Ronald Sachs International Music Competition, and the Chicago International Violin Competition.
Imai will perform pieces by J.S. Bach, Beethoven, Lili Boulanger, and Mendelssohn. She will play a Vincenzo Sannino violin and Francois Nicolas Voirin bow on loan from the Takeuchi Collection through the Nippon Violin Society program.
GRAMMY-nominated pianist Dr. Mark Livshits will accompany Imai. Livshits is a Steinway Artist and appears frequently in concert with members of the Philadelphia Orchestra, as well as with the orchestra as a substitute in the keyboard section.
Special pricing and paywhat-you-will options for tickets are available. To purchase tickets and for more information, call 717-361-1508 or visit www .gretnamusic.org.
Sieber’s festival will include performances from Miss Maybell and Charlie Judkins, a duo from New York City; Ramona Baker, a pianist from New York City; Gavin Rice, a banjoist from Rochester, N.Y.; and the Blackbird Society Orchestra from Philadelphia. In addition to music, professional dancers Roddy Caravella and Gretchen Fenston will lead a 1920s dance lesson of the Peabody. A social dance of foxtrots, tangos, swing, and more will run throughout the course of the festival.
The festival will also include a 1920s lawn party with pre-war car rides, a croquet tournament,
For more information and to purchase tickets, visit https://sites.google.com/ view/siebersragtimefest.
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I didn’t know what to do with my life. So I called a concussion therapist who I really had liked, and she said, ‘Why don’t you try this vision therapy?’”
Nine months of vision therapy helped her strengthen some muscles around her eyes. “They taught my brain to comprehend what it was seeing that was now different than it used to be, and they just taught me how to cope with everything,” Christine said. “Don’t read for more than 20 minutes. Take a few deep breaths. If you’re driving and you feel like your vision is getting bad, pull over.”
Photo by George Deibel
Festival Set in Downtown Lancaster
The Lancaster Craft Beerfest will be held on Saturday, Aug. 23, at Ewell Plaza and Binns Park on Queen Street in Lancaster. People may attend from noon to 3 p.m. or from 4 to 7 p.m. The event will feature more than 35 breweries, food vendors, live music, and more.
She is faring well, all things considered. “I have times when I feel completely normal, but I am limited, and I’ve learned how to adjust my life,” Christine said. “I take a break after working on a computer for 20 minutes. I can do it for a couple hours a day. But if I forget to take breaks and the double vision kind of gets worse, it’s kind of like my muscles can only hold on for so long. But I’m living a very normal life because of the techniques that vision therapy taught me.”
While battling depression, Christine recalled something that had previously made her happy. “I used to love to write, and I had chickens, and I was always writing stories about my chickens,” she said. “The day I graduated from vision therapy, I didn’t want to graduate because that’s only (time) I felt normal again.”
Christine decided that a light, funny story involving chickens would be an entertaining way to teach people about vision therapy. “That
was kind of what inspired me to write it the book,” she said. “First of all, I want people to learn about vision therapy in an enjoyable way and that maybe they could spread the word. This (illness) came from a concussion that didn’t go away that caused a traumatic brain injury. And I think a lot of people go through things like this, and they can relate to it.”
The Helms have approximately 25 chickens and 15 ducks. “I always spend a lot of time just sitting and enjoying them and observing them,” said Christine. “But then I started writing about some of the things that they did, and I learned to slow down and actually watch them and live life.”
Sometimes foxes would make an unwelcome visit. “I learned that you can’t prevent the bad things from happening. You just kind of have to survive and maybe learn to grow and enjoy the moment anyway,” she said.
Writing the book was a painstaking process that took seven years because of the limitations caused by concussion symptoms and vision issues. “I actually went to the beach two or three times, just by myself, and writing was all I did,” Christine said. “And then my husband (Steve) had this idea that he’s going to build me of those prefab sheds. And then I had everything spread out in there. So then I eventually got everything transcribed in the computer and put it in order.”
It has been as cathartic and rewarding as Christine had hoped. “I had so much happiness when I was writing this book,” she said. “I really enjoyed it, and I would love to write more books. I have a couple ideas, but trying to get this (first book) launched off the ground is very time-consuming right now. I wish I would have tried to be a writer years ago.”
Food vendors will include Chellas Arepa Kitchen, Nano Burger, Walk-O Taco, Diyo Fusion, Scoops Ice Cream & Grille, Gnawjaw Jerky, Endo Cafe, and the Lancaster Pickle Company.
Band of Llamas, which performed last year, will return for both sessions to provide live music.
Presenting Sponsors
include Decades and The Rotary Club of Lancaster Penn Square; the rotary club will benefit from a portion of the ticket sales. The Restaurant Store is an Event Sponsor, and Discover Lancaster is the Mug Sponsor. John Gross & Company is the event’s Community Sponsor. Event Partners include BUiLDiNG CHARACTER, RockHound Apparel, STRAY Production Services, and Signarama. The event is open to people age 21 and older. To purchase tickets, visit https://tinyurl.com/ beerfest-tickets. For more information, visit www .lancastercraftbeerfest .com or email beerfest@ decadesbowl.com.
Native Tree and Shrub Sale Posted
The Penn State Master Watershed Steward Program will hold its sixth annual native tree and shrub sale through Wednesday, Aug. 27, at 5 p.m. The sale will feature a limited supply of 23 varieties of native trees and shrubs.
Buyers will select one of the curbside pickup locations across the state where plants may be collected in September and October. All items must be preordered; plants will not be available for purchase at pickup sites.
Local pickup locations and times include the Lancaster Farm and Home Center, 1383 Arcadia Road, Lancaster, on Friday, Oct. 3, from 4 to 6:30 p.m. and the Lebanon County Penn State Extension building, 2120 Cornwall Road, Lebanon, on Saturday, Sept. 27, from 9 a.m. to noon. Proceeds will support Master Watershed Steward activities in the buyer’s region. For people who need information on how to properly plant and maintain their new tree or shrub, a Proper Native Tree Planting for Long-Term Success webinar will be offered on Wednesday, Sept. 10, from noon to 1:30 p.m. The webinar is free for customers who have purchased a plant, and there is a small fee for non-customers. To register, visit www.extension .psu.edu/proper-native -tree-planting-for-long -term-success.
For more information and to place orders, visit www.extension.psu.edu/ mws-tree-sale-workshop or call 877-345-0691.
Christine Helm shows a copy of her book “Chicken Therapy.”
People gather at a previous Lancaster Craft Beerfest.
UDSF Announces Promotions
As United Disabilities Services Foundation (UDSF) celebrates its 60th anniversary, the organization has announced the promotion of six individuals who have exemplified outstanding leadership and commitment.
Chester University’s Incomparable Golden Rams
Marching Band will perform and give clinics to the high school band members.
Adam Gumble, Ceresini’s predecessor at Hempfield, is WCU’s band director.
In addition to performing at the slate of football games and the Homecoming parade, the Hempfield marching band will tackle a full competition season including the state championships on Saturday, Nov. 1, and the national championships at the Meadowlands in New Jersey on Saturday, Nov. 8.
Ceresini stated that there are two significant reasons that Hempfield prefers competitions to the festival format some schools now favor.
“One is historically, Hempfield has been a competitive band, so it’s what our community knows and it’s an important part of our legacy,” he said. “The other thing is, for me as an educator, competition is an intrinsic motivator that is really hard to replicate otherwise. We talk to the kids all the time. We don’t focus on our score. We don’t
focus on winning because we can’t control what the other bands do. If another band comes out and they’re perfect, they deserve to win. … We focus a lot on what we can do as individuals to become as great as we can, and competition is a really nice way to motivate towards that because you know you’re going to be evaluated. You know there’s going to be a judge there. We build a lot of our culture with how hard we work and how we support each other and encourage each other and things like that, aimed at competition, but it’s just kind of a tool to teach us to work hard.”
Hempfield has 113 band members this fall - seven more than last year. “A lot of that is because the kids have created this really cool environment that people want to be a part of,” Ceresini said. “The one really cool thing has been (that) the kids have done a great job over the past few years of being extremely passionate and encouraging towards each other. It has made our practices really fun. Because of that, other kids hear about it and join.”
LCCF Awards Grants
The Lancaster County Community Foundation (LCCF) has announced that $317,200 in grants has been awarded to support the work of 18 different community initiatives. These grants, ranging from $5,000 to $55,000, will fund a variety of projects, including providing health care access to homebound
geriatric neighbors, connecting local gardeners to rural food pantries, improving early childhood education programs, and sparking historical preservation. For more information and to view the list of grant recipients, visit www.lanc found.org/announcing -317200-in-cycle-1-grants.
After 15 years of service, Judy Naylor has assumed the role of president and CEO. She will serve as the primary leader, strategist and advocate of the organization, overseeing all aspects of operations, programs, finance and strategic growth. Naylor has actively contributed to the strategic planning and succession planning processes, playing a role in developing strategic deployment practices across the organization.
Debra Scheidt has been appointed senior vice president of clinical operations, where she will oversee and enhance the quality, efficiency, compliance and accreditation of clinical operations across the organization. During her nine-year tenure, she has grown the organization’s home and community-based services from approximately 1,700 to more than 9,000 participants. Scheidt has also assisted in growing and hiring staff for several new programs, as well as educating staff and the community on UDSF’s initiatives.
Elizabeth Brennan will assume her new role as chief financial officer, developing and implementing financial strategies aligned with UDSF’s goals. She will be responsible for all efforts related to the organization’s finance function, including efficient resource allocation, risk management and regulatory compliance.
Erik Lofgren’s appointment as chief technology officer acknowledges his contributions to future innovation, ensuring that technology actively drives UDSF’s mission and enhances the lives of its clients. In his new role, Lofgren will oversee the organization’s technology strategy, ensuring
it supports business objectives while safeguarding sensitive information. For him, this role is more than IT management; it’s a mission-driven endeavor, directly utilizing technology to enhance the lives and independence of individuals with disabilities and the older population.
Robin Ulrich’s promotion to chief people and strategy officer recognizes her leadership in both human resources and strategic planning. Ulrich, who joined UDSF 15 years ago, will drive workforce management in sync with business goals to boost performance, spark innovation and strengthen company culture.
Mason Smeltzer’s appointment as senior vice president of program operations will help him make an impact on a macro level for UDSF. In his new role, Smeltzer will be responsible for all direct service business lines, including budgeting, financial performance, KPI creation, tracking and measuring, strategic goal setting and adherence and overall program growth.
To learn more about the UDS Foundation, visit www.udservices.org.
Sophomore Rowan Keller (left), freshman Evie Wenditz (middle), and sophomore Piper Glick were some of the Hempfield High School marching band members taking part in camp. Photo by George Deibel
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BREAKOUT MINISTRIES:
Pastors
& 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
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.
CHURCH OF THE APOSTLES: “Inclusive Refuge – Compassionate Justice –Environmental Advocacy.” 1850 Marietta Ave., Lancaster, 17603. Rev. Kathryn Kuhn, Sr. Pastor. Sunday Worship: In-person at 10am (Combined Worship Service) followed by 11am Social Hour. Services also available by phone (888-440-0106) or online at www.apostlesucc.org
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.
FAITH BIBLE FELLOWSHIP CHURCH: 151 Donnerville Rd., Lancaster (one block south of Columbia Avenue). Pastor: Keith M. Long. 8:45 am Sunday School (with nursery and classes for children, youth and adults); 10:15 a.m. SundayWorship Service (with nursery and children’s church). Wed.: 6:30 p.m. AWANA Clubs (K6); Wed.: 6:30 pm Youth Group 717-285-1900. www.faithbfc.com
OPEN DOOR MISSION MIRACLE LIFE
CHURCH: 201 S 2nd St. Wrightsville Bridging gaps, Uplifting Lives, Revealing God's Love. Pastor Stephen Rambler Sundays 10:30AM & 6:30PM ODMMLC.COM 717-854-1220
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.
TRINITY UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST: 2340 State St., East Petersburg. Rev. Dr. Christopher Rankin, Pastor. Phone: (717) 569-1632. Summer Sunday Schedule:7:45 am Holy Communion; 9:30 am Worship with Holy Communion twice a month. Online service is available by visiting www.trinityeastpete.org “Catch the Vision, Share the Joy!”
WAYSIDE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH: 600 Stony Battery Rd., Landisville (near Hempfield High School). Rev. Dr. Stephen P. Fritz, Pastor. Wayside enjoys one combined Summer Sunday Worship Service @ 10am w/contemporary & traditional elements. Family Ministry at the same hour for nursery, children, and youth ages. For more info, visit www.waysidepc.org or call: (717) 898-1551.
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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