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ATGLEN MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH: E.
Main and Dallas Sts., Atglen, PA. Joe Newsome, Interim Pastor. Join us Sundays at 11am as we preach Christ crucified, risen and coming again so all may come to a personal, saving relationship with Christ.
ENCOUNTER CHURCH: 300Hideaway
Drive, Quarryville, PA 17566
Sunday Service & Kid’s Church held at 8:30 am and 10:45 am. Church e-mail: office@encounterchurchpa.org
www.encounterchuchpa.org
Church phone: 717-786-2756
FAITH BIBLE CHAPEL: “Ordinary People
Serving An Extraordinary God.” Sunday
Services: Sunday School 9:30 a.m.;
Worship 10:30 a.m. (infant nursery and children’s church available). Wed. Services: Prayer Mtg. 7:00 p.m. 140
Bernard Ave., Cochranville. Pastor Scott
Althouse 610-593-6333, fbchapel@zoominternet.net
GAP COMMUNITY CHURCH: located at 835 Houston Run Drive, Gap PA 17527.
Sunday morning gathering at 10:00 am as well as streaming live.To learn more, please check out our website at:
http://gapcommunity.church
GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH: Dedicated to the serious preaching & teaching of
God’s Word. Traditional hymns & praise songs accompanied by guitar. Sunday
Service 10:40am. 53 Hurley Rd, Parkesburg, PA 19365. 610-593-7123. www. gracecommunitychurch-parkesburg.com for messages, ministries and directions
HEALING SHEPHERD, ECC
Progressive, Inclusive, Democratic, Catholic! Sunday Mass: 10am 2109 Art School Road, Chester Springs, PA 19425 610-969-5932 www.healingshepherd.com
LITTLE BRITAIN PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
255 Little Britain Church Rd., Peach
Bottom (between 222 and 272). Sunday
School Classes all ages 9:15 a.m. Worship Service 10:30 a.m. Youth Groups for Elementary, Jr. High and Sr. High,
Choir, Bell Choir, Small Groups. Rev.
Thomas Milligan, 717-548-2266.
Web site: www.littlebritainchurch.org
E-mail: lbpc1732@gmail.com
Hearing assistance devices.
MANOR PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH (PCA)
“Come find spiritual life in Christ for your family.” Cochranville: Rte. 926, halfway between Rte. 41 & Rte. 10.
Rev. Daniel Henderson, Pastor. Sunday
School for all ages at 9:30 am. Fellowship & Refreshments from 10:15-10:35 am. Worship with classes for infants-
Pre-K at 10:45 am Kidsworship for K5th is held during the sermon time.
Youth Group for 6th-12th grades twice a month at 6:30 pm 610-869-2402. www.manorpresbyterian.com
MAPLE GROVE MENNONITE CHURCH: 549 Swan Rd., Atglen. 610-593-6658,
Lead Pastor: Mike Clemmer, Music Minister: Matt Chambers. Sunday School 9am, Sunday Worship 10am, Children’s
Church, Nursery. Youth Group Wed., 7pm. Christian Preschool. Visit us online at www.maplegrovemc.com
The Liberty War Bird Association (LWBA) flew Huey 823, a fully restored Vietnam UH-1H helicopter, in support of the annual Corporal Brandon M. Hardy Memorial Fund motorcycle ride on July 17.
Hardy and two of his fellow Marines died on April 28, 2006, in Iraq while serving as crew members on an AMTRAC. His parents, Warren and Jill Hardy, initiated the memorial fund in their son’s name shortly after his death.
A total of 240 motorcycles departed Gap at 9 a.m. and returned to the same area at approximately noon. Huey 823 departed Lancaster Airport, flew directly to the site of Brandon’s grave at Calgary Monument Church in Paradise and slowly circled the cemetery three times. Huey 823 then flew the same route as the motorcycles to the landing zone where the ride would end, and the helicopter arrived just before the motorcycles.
The motorcycle ride was a fundraiser for the Corporal Brandon M. Hardy Memorial Fund, which awards $1,000 to service members who have completed basic training. These funds can be used at the discretion of the new recruits for various purposes, including for transportation home while they are on leave. Anyone interested in supporting the fund may contact Jill at 610-416-3057.
LWBA is nonprofit organization of veterans with the mission of educating the public on the crucial role played by the UH-1 series of helicopters in the Vietnam War. Huey 823 has flown numerous missions in support of veterans’ and patriotic events, including a visit to the Coatesville VA Medical Center.
There are only about 10 fully restored Hueys in the US. Huey 823 looks now as it did when it flew combat missions for the 170th Helicopter Assault Company in Vietnam in 1968 and 1969. It bears the repaired bullet holes as proof of service.
Anyone interested in supporting the LWBA may contact Chuck Bechtel, the public affairs officer, at 717-756-0643 or chuckbechtel@verizon.net.
SACRED HEART CATHOLIC CHURCH: This vibrant & vital Catholic church is always looking for & welcoming new people to our parish. Rev. Michael F. Hennelly,
Pastor. 203 Church Rd, Oxford, PA 19363 610-932-5040. www.sacredheart.us Mass schedule: Sat. 5pm; Sun 7:45am, 9am, 10:30am & 12pm. Daily
Mass: Mon, Wed & Thurs 8am; Tues 7pm; Fri 8:30am. Confession: Sat. 44:40pm. Our School: Pre-K-8th grade.
Religious Education grades 1-6th.
SANDY HILL COMMUNITY CHURCH: 420 S. Sandy Hill Rd., Coatesville 610-857-3959; www.sandyhill.net.
Sunday service: 10:15am; Bible teaching, music; Children’s classes, staffed nursery; Adult classes, 9:15am, Youth
Min., Sundays, 5:30-7:30pm. Small
Groups. A Friendly, Christ-centered church. Preschool: Enrolling-2 1/2-5 years, 610-857-1922
ST. CHRISTOPHER’S EPISCOPAL
CHURCH Welcomes You! 116 Lancaster Pike, Oxford (Rt. 472 just East of Rt. 1 bypass ramps.) Sunday Holy Communion Services at 8:30am quiet & reflective & at 10:30am with Festive Music.
Christian Formation & Education for all ages occurs btwn the services at 9:30.
Nursery available. Join us for a beautiful Liturgy & warm Community. Check our website for updates. Rev. Dr. Mary
Ann Mertz Rector@stchrisoxford.org 610-932-8134. www.stchrisoxford.org
Treat Your Feet to Comfort & Style
Huey 823 was flown in support of the Corporal Brandon M. Hardy Memorial Fund motorcycle ride on July 17.
MIDDLE OCTORARA PRESBYTERIAN
CHURCH: 1199 Valley Road Quarryville. Sunday Services: Sunday
School 9 AM; Blended Worship 10:30
AM. 717-786-3402 Visit us online at www.middleoctorara.org
MT. VERNON CHRISTIAN CHURCH:
Growing Deeper, Reaching Farther. 1 Lighthouse Dr, Kirkwood. Pastor Tony
Murrin. Sunday School- all ages 9am,
Worship 10:00am. Handicap Access.
Phone: 717-529-4102. Visit us online at mtvernonchristianchurch.com
UPPER OCTORARA PRESBYTERIAN
CHURCH (EPC): 1121 Octorara Trail (on Rt. 10 a mile south of Rt. 30),
Parkesburg. Christ-centered, Handicapped accessible. Sunday School all ages 9:30 am (Sept-May). Sunday Worship (Blended style) 10:30 am. Adult choir, mid-week Youth Group & a variety of adult groups. Bill Kelly, Pastor;
Bill Cliff, Asst. Pastor. (610)857-5787 www.uopc-epc.org Find us on Facebook. Christian Preschool: (610)8570236
1620 Cambridge Rd., Honey Brook, PA 19344 (610) 273-2990
Monday-Thursday 8-5; Friday 8-8; Saturday 8-2; Sunday Closed
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Prices Good Until August 16th, 2021 or While Supply Lasts.
HIGHLAND BAPTIST CHURCH: Are you looking for peace & stability in these uncertain times? Come join us online for our Sunday morning worship service, Monday ladies’ prayer group,
Wednesday adult Bible study & Sunday & Wednesday children’s ministries.
Contact our church office at info@highland-bc.org for livestream-
ing information. Read more about our usual ministries at highland-bc.org PARKESBURG BAPTIST CHURCH: 103
West St., (next to Parkesburg Library &
Minich Park). 610-857-9135 or Email: info@parkesburgbaptist.org. Pastor:
Rev. Mary C. Lewis. Sunday School for infants-adults 9:15 am. Worship 10:30 am Nursery Care & Jr. Church provided. Youth Grp (6th-12th grade) Sunday eves 5-7 pm. Bible Quizzing also, contact church for times. Thursday Bible
Study 7 pm. For more info contact the church or www.parkesburgbaptist.org WordUP CommunityMinistries: 160 Rt. 41 Gap, PA – located in Dutchland Corporate Center. Pastor Buck Mowday, 717-330-0561. Start your Sunday experience in the Café beginning at 10:00 am with Worship and Children’s Services following at 10:45 am (Children infant thru 5th grade). Facebook:
WordUP Community Ministries. We serve God by serving others: Me serving you, You serving others, Others serving Others.
wordupcommunityministries.org
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Organic Chicken Bone Broth
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Crushed Pineapples
20 Oz. 99¢ (12/20 Oz. Case $11.75)
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Creamy Peanut Butter
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IMPACTCHURCH: Impacting lives with the Hope of Jesus Christ. Sunday Gatherings at 10am. 101 East 1st Ave., Parkesburg. Pastor Mike Bailey. 610857-3887. WWW.IMPACTPA.CHURCH
PARKESBURG WORD OF FAITH CHURCH
Meets Saturday evenings at 7 PM & every other Sunday at 10 AM. Call 610-593-2277 or visit us online at www.parkesburgwordoffaith.org
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Sun Safety Tips Posted
Individuals are reminded to practice sun safety. Whether heading to the beach or the backyard, it is important to protect skin from the sun’s damaging ultraviolet (UV) rays.
Patient First physicians have several suggestions to protect the skin. A broadspectrum sunscreen with a minimum of 30 SPF should be used, even when it is cloudy. Sunscreen should be applied 15 to 20 minutes before going outside. Widebrimmed hats can help shade the neck and face, but they do not offer complete protection, and sunscreen should be used on these sensitive areas. Lightweight sun-protective clothing should be worn. Long sleeves and long pants also offer protection from the sun. Sunglasses that block UV rays should be worn.
Sun damage accumulates and occurs even when people are not actively trying to soak up a few rays. Whether walking the dog or mowing the lawn, sun damage adds up over time. Newborns and children are especially sensitive to the sun’s rays. Protecting their skin is crucial.
Stress-Reducing Summer Activities Suggested
After more than a year of staying home, social distancing and Zoom learning, parents may be inclined to overscheduled their children during the summer to make up for lost time. However, educational psychologist and author Michele Borba has said that parents should resist this temptation. Borba offered suggestions of activities that are free or lowcost and are known to boost resilience and reduce stress.
Parents can embrace oldfashioned, unplugged play. Play allows children to use their imaginations, and it may enhance brain development and social-emotional skills, and promote executive functions, thereby helping children to pursue goals, ignore distractions, and reduce stress.
Parents are encouraged to set up a stress box. If left unchecked, stress can affect children’s learning potential, friendships, physical health, emotional well-being, and ability to thrive. Families can create a stress box by filling a shoebox or other container with stress reducers such as a notepad and pencil for drawing or writing; a small toy ball; modeling clay; an MP3 or CD player filled with relaxation sounds; bubble blowers; and glitter jars. They may also download an app that teaches mindfulness.
One of the best-known mood elevators is nature. Families can take a 20-minute stroll or sit in a place that makes them feel in contact with nature. Parents should remember to leave their cell phones inside.
Hobbies can be a healthy diversion from stress and a good way for children to recharge, get away from everyday pressures, and learn to enjoy their own company. The trick is to find an activity that supports a child’s interests and abilities and that they can do alone.
Parents can teach playground games, such as “Mother, may I?” or duck, duck, goose, and other unplugged activities, such as marbles, jacks, and hula hoops. Children can then share these games with their friends. Playground games allow children to have fun anywhere, recharge and learn to get along with others.
Parents should encourage their child to read. Fictitious worlds can help children deal with real-life problems and promote well-being. Books may also stretch children’s attention span, help them focus, and teach them how to be self-sufficient.
The Smithsonian voted the cardboard box the best toy ever. Parents can stock up on boxes in every size from small jewelry boxes to refrigerator crates. Boxes are not only free, but they also can provide hours of imaginative play. Give children some marking pens and masking tape, and they can make igloos, forts, villages, castles, garages, storefronts, and hotels. Provide flashlights and children can turn the boxes into caves.
Children should learn to enjoy spending time alone. They should learn to be selfdirected and able to entertain themselves without programming or a lot of unnecessary supervision.
PUBLIC ONLINE ONLY AUCTION
Gun Safe • Large Flat Screen TV • Tools • Antiques Exercise Equipment • Lawn & Garden • Households Collectibles • Sporting Goods • Sports Memorabilia AUCTION CLOSES TUES., AUGUST 17 @ 6 P.M.
225 Township Rd., Oxford, PA 19363 - Chester County Directions: From Oxford, Route 10 North to right onto Township Rd. Location on left Sporting Goods & Exercise Equipment: Field & Stream gun safe very nice; targets, blinds & nets; binoculars; misc. slugs, bullets & shells; hunting vests & cloths; knives; gun cases & cleaning supplies; shooting bags; (2) Remington 1100 shot gun barrels; arrows & tips; misc. attractants & scent blockers; tree stand; Body-Solid weight bench w/approx. 300# weights; Nordic Track ski machine & Ellipse stepper; exercise bike; Lifestyler stepper; speed & punching bags; misc. hand weights. Tools & Lawn & Garden: Troy-Bilt pressure washer w/Honda engine; Husqvarna 150BT backpack blower; Echo & other string trimmers; Lawn Boy self propelled mower w/bagger; Stihl & Poulan chain saws; electric pressure washer; new shop vac; wheelbarrows; jump start; battery chargers; Werner 8’ & 6’ fiberglass step ladders like new; alum. ext. ladders; new & used air wrenches; many hand tools as sockets, pipe & other wrenches, vise grips, screw driver & drill bit sets, pipe clamps, wire strippers, sanders, saws, shovels, hoes, rakes, tampers, axes, sledge, digging irons; picks & pruners; many car cleaning & maintenance supplies; lots sprays, fertilizers & other garden supplies; hoses & sprinklers; sump pump; tarps; buckets, metal & plastic trash & gas cans; rain barrels; picnic table & extra plastic & wooden benches; sundials, birdbaths, feeder & other lawn decor items. Collectibles & Antiques: 48” wooden wheel w/cast hub & metal tire; metal jack; milk can; Lighting glider sled; misc. agate, cast-iron & brass; metal wagon; oil can; green battery jar & other glassware; many decorative bird & other collectible figurines; wooden crates & boxes; chest; numerous Phillies memorabilia as bobble heads, baseballs, bottles, cups, papers & magazines; thousands baseball cards; older watches & watch repair parts & tools. Households & misc: 52” TV w/surround sound; Frigidaire refrigerator; new & used air conditioners; heaters & fans; horseshoes & other games; bug & pest control items; dresser; small table & chairs; chess game; misc. pipes, lumber & posts; tile; boxes books & magazines; framed paintings, pictures & prints. Auctioneers Notes: Seller is relocating and all items must go. 18% buyers premium. Large variety of items. Go to beiler-campbellauctions.com or proxibid.com to place bids. Preview by appointment Sat. Aug 14 10 AM to 3 PM. Call auctioneers or sellers for appointment. Auction Closes Tues., Aug. 17 starting at 6:00PM. Pickup Friday Aug. 20 10 AM to 7 PM All item need picked up at 255 Township Rd. Oxford PA 19363
Auctioneers: Harold Martin 717-738-4228 Provided as a community service by this civic minded publication and the Association of Free Community Publications
Gap Relief Sale
Proceeds beneift
Friday and Saturday, August 13 & 14, 2021
SPECIAL NOTICE:
FRIDAY, AUGUST 13
All times are approximate
4-7 pm Pulled Pork Dinner
Eat-In or Take Out Invite your friends for dinner and get pork by the quart! 4-9 pm Preview Auction Items Preview items to be sold on Saturday 6:30-7:15 pm Special Singing and MCC Speaker & Off ering
7:15 pm Auction Begins We are getting a selection of 20-30 quilts from the PA Relief Sale that is usually held at the Harrisburg Farm Show Complex. So we will have a larger selection of quilts than usual!
SATURDAY, AUGUST 14
All times are approximate 6:00 am Country Breakfast Pancakes, Sausage, Eggs 9:00 am Food Building Opens Baked Goods, Chicken BBQ, Donuts, and much more
Block #1
8:30 am Household Items & Crafts 11:00 am Large Furniture 12:00 noon Special Items 1:00 pm Quilts & Quilt Related Items
Block #2
9:00 am Farm Items, Shop Tools & Tack
Block #3
9:30 am Plants & Flowers and Outdoor Items
Block #4
10:00 am Children’s Auction: (Items for Children) 2:30 pm Surplus Food BBQ, e afts Items ls & Tack
Grill & Specialty Items to be sold at 12 Noon
Mennonite Central Committee (MCC), a worldwide ministry of Anabaptist churches, shares God’s love and compassions for all in the name of Christ by responding to basic human needs and working for peace and justice. MCC envisions communities worldwide in right relationship with God, one another and creation.
Visa and MasterCard will be accepted. No out-of-state checks.
If you would like to make a donation,
please contact David at 717-617-9746 or Elam at 717-874-7390
