Aldersgate Announcements

Posted 5:24 PM by Vickie
NEWS FROM THE WELL

Suggested donations to The WELL for the month of December are Lunch Items: tuna, canned chicken, hash, spam, peanut butter, jelly, soup, ramen noodles, crackers, macaroni & cheese.

Please remember that these are only suggestions. Other items to stock the food shelves, and items for the Bed and Bath warehouse, are always welcome.

From January through October 2003, The WELL provided the following services:
Food items for 6,116 persons, including 310 Senior Citizens and
550 babies.
Distributed 2,369 items of clothing.
Distributed 1,916 Personal Care items.

The WELL extends a special “Thank You” to the donor of the Pfaltzgraff dinnerware and glasses, which will greatly add to the restocking of these items in the Bed and Bath warehouse. Also, a thank you to those who continue to donate used paper and plastic shopping bags.

Posted 5:21 PM by Vickie
A HELPING CHRISTMAS

The tree in the Narthex bearing bells with gift ideas for Bell Shelter children and adults is up!. The names of more than 50 children are on its branches. Please take a bell (or bells) from the tree, purchase the gift(s), wrap them, and attach the bell firmly to the outside of the package. Then return the gift(s) to the church no later than Sunday, December 14, 2003.

Please note this year the gifts should be placed under the “Bell Tree” after Sunday services. Gifts will be moved to a secured area until their delivery early Wednesday morning, December 17th.

Also needed are monetary gifts to purchase groceries for eleven families. Please use the tan envelopes found in the pew racks marked “A Helping Christmas.” Extra turkeys and paper products should be brought in clearly marked for the “Helping Christmas.”

Bell Shelter counts on the generosity shown by the Aldersgate family over the years. Each year they are truly overwhelmed by what our church accomplishes. Thank you! Questions about “A Helping Christmas”? Please call Judy Dietz, 428-1440.

Posted 6:54 PM by Vickie
CHRISTMAS GIFT AND CRAFT SHOW

With the Christmas holidays just a few months away, you’ll not want to miss Aldersgate’s annual craft and gift show! It begins at 8:00 a.m. on Saturday, November 8th and runs until 2:00 p.m. All our regular crafters will be returning. There’ll be something for everyone – beautiful one of a kind crafts and gifts, yummy baked goods, soups and sandwiches and more. Don’t miss it!

Posted 6:52 PM by Vickie
PROVIDER’S SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS
SPAGHETTI DINNER
Saturday, November 1, 2003

Serving begins at 4:00 p.m. and ends at 7:00 p.m. Please see any member of the Providers Class for tickets. Tickets are available at a cost of $5.00 for Adults, $3.00 for Children, Free for Children under age 5. Tickets purchased at the door will be $1.00 extra. Questions? Contact Dean Jerome or Linda Gilgore.

Don’t miss the Silent Auction (located in the Library). It’s your opportunity to pick up a great vacation getaway, a special gift item or surprise. Donations of auctions items should be made to Wendy Clough. Proceeds from this event benefit the “Go the Distance” debt reduction campaign. The Providers have pledged $3,000 – help make our goal a reality!

Posted 6:49 PM by Vickie
Remember our military in your prayers...

James Cunningham (son of Rick & Jeanne Cunningham),Tim Davis (son of Bob & Pat Davis), Mark Donohue (friend of Julia Hubbard), Christopher Duffy (nephew of Roy & Chris Hubbard). Jeremy Heilman, (friend of Matthew Hubbard), Julia Hubbard (daughter of Roy & Chris Hubbard), Matthew Hubbard (son of Roy & Chris Hubbard, Kevin Kauffman, David Maenner (son of Jerry & Donna Maenner), Joshua Taylor, Jeff Lander (Husband of Shannon Whitmore Lander), Richard Amott, Brett Worley,(Brian Sterner’s cousin) David Buckley, Jared Rudacille, Clint Montoro, Brandon McWilliams & Jay Thoman (friends of Jeff & Wendy Snyder), Michael Cohen (neighbor of the Maenners), LTC Tedd Wheeler, LTC Todd Wheeler, Sgt. Brian Allebach (cousins of the Hartinger Family), Melissa & Rocky Moreno, Ryan Cron (Alesia Fritts nephew), Shawn Lutmer , Andrew Welsh (friend of Karon Sallade), Shawn Baum, and Trevor Hynd (friend of Andrea Mundis)

Posted 6:48 PM by Vickie
HomeBuilders Couples Series is coming to Aldersgate!

No matter if you’re newly married, married for years or somewhere in between, this study, Building Teamwork in Your Marriage, by Robert Jackson is for you.
· Understand your differences are gifts from God.
· Learn to enjoy each other more and make your marriage more
fun, healthy and fascinating.
· Discover that your differences don't have to be a wedge in your
marriage--and can actually bring you closer together.
· Learn how each of you are unique persons equipped to complete
each other.
Class starts Sunday Oct. 26, from 6:30-8:00PM in the Nelda Jackson Room and will run for 7 sessions. For further information or to reserve your spot, please contact Craig or Mindi Cramer at 757-0524.

Posted 6:45 PM by Vickie
Pastor Appreciation Month

In the month of October churches across the nation will take time to show special appreciation for their pastoral leadership. Please lift up our pastors, Dale and Kris Ann, in prayer and remind them of how much they are loved by their Aldersgate family.

Posted 6:45 PM by Vickie
ELDER CARE CONTACT

Are you the caregiver of someone who would like to receive a phone call when you are out of town? Are you someone who would be willing to call a person while their caregiver is away?

Please contact Rosemary Herbert, 993-8389, or Nancy Davis, 741-1403.

Posted 6:42 PM by Vickie
Nifty Fifties will meet Thursday, October 9th at 11:30 a.m. in Fellowship Hall. If you are age 50 or older, you are welcome to come and fellowship with us. Please bring a favorite dish to share and your own place setting. Luncheon will be followed by a program.

Posted 6:41 PM by Vickie
Merry Makers

We are kicking off our fall season on Friday, October 17th at 6:30 p.m. The program will be “SOMETHING BRILLIANT” presented by Dick Julian. It promises to be very interesting and informative.

The entrée will be provided – bring a covered dish and your own place setting. If you are not on the Merry Makers calling list, call Dick and Betty Lacy at 764-1767 or Tom and Judy McGlynn at 792-3313 to make a reservation.

Merry Makers is a good way to meet and make new friends at Aldersgate and to share an evening of good food and fellowship with caring, Christian friends. COME AND JOIN US!!!!!

Special Note: Change of time for the November 21st Merry Makers to 6:00 p.m. Following our dinner at the church we will board the church bus (or cars, if you prefer) and head downtown to the Yorktowne Hotel for a tour and history of the hotel. We will share our dessert and coffee at the Hotel following our tour and then return to the church to pick up our cars. Mark your calendar!!

Posted 6:38 PM by Vickie
Church Bus Drivers Desperately Needed!

Do you have a CDL license? Would you like to get one? Interested in taking children, youth or adults on excursions? Aldersgate really needs you! Additional drivers are needed for the church bus. Training is provided and think about it – you get to go to all those fun places you drive folks - the zoo, Hershey Park, the Corn Maze, etc. Such a deal!
Call Mel Neff or the church office if you’d like more information.

Posted 6:37 PM by Vickie
News from The WELL

Suggested donations to The WELL for the month of October are Baby Items:
Breakfast items – Pancake Mix, Pancake Syrup, Cereal, Oatmeal, Pop Tarts, Fruit Bars, Tea, Coffee, Cocoa

As always, these are only suggestions. Other items to stock the food shelves, and items for the Bed & Bath warehouse, are also welcome.

The WELL has discount tickets available for use at Boscov’s. The tickets are $5.00 each and allow shoppers 10% off at Boscov’s with a special 20% off on October 7, 2003. The tickets also provide for free refreshments and a chance to win a door prize. The $5.00 cost of each ticket goes totally to The WELL. Tickets are available from Aldersgate members Don and Gweneth Englebreth at 845-5392.

The WELL provided services to 209 families or 700 persons (including 47 babies) during August 2003. Services covered 318 children and 13 items were distributed from the Bed & Bath warehouse.

From the last week in November through the middle of February 2004, a volunteer is needed to pick up and deliver the weekly Aldersgate donations to The WELL. The day and time for pick up is optional, delivery to The WELL must be during their operating hours. Contact Don or Gweneth Englebreth for details.

Posted 6:34 PM by Vickie
EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS

Eucharistic Ministers assist the Pastors by serving communion to the homebound several times a year. The next scheduled date for home communions is November 30th, the first Sunday in Advent. Visits are made between 1 PM and 4 PM in the afternoon, if possible. Ministers go out in teams of two, and training is provided.

If you are interested in participating in this ministry, please contact one of the Pastors.

Posted 6:31 PM by Vickie
HELPING HANDS FOOD RUN

October 11, 2003 is the next date that Aldersgate will be preparing and serving meals for York’s homeless and needy. If you have helped in the past you know what a rewarding experience it is. The food will be prepared at the church in 2-hour shifts and then delivered and served at three locations in York City. Working side by side with others from our Aldersgate family has warmed my heart. It is a humbling experience to serve, to see the people standing in line in anticipation of a good hot meal. It’s a good reminder of how much we have and take for granted.

Watch the bulletin boards and Sunday worship folders for food items needed, as well a sign up sheets. We will need lots of help in the kitchen on that Saturday, as well as a team to serve downtown.

Thank you for your consideration of being part of this worthwhile project.
Bonnie Young 741-6780

Posted 6:48 PM by Vickie
Remember our military in your prayers...

James Cunningham (son of Rick & Jeanne Cunningham),Tim Davis (son of Bob & Pat Davis), Mark Donohue (friend of Julia Hubbard), Christopher Duffy (nephew of Roy & Chris Hubbard). Jeremy Heilman, (friend of Matthew Hubbard), Julia Hubbard (daughter of Roy & Chris Hubbard), Matthew Hubbard (son of Roy & Chris Hubbard, Kevin Kauffman, David Maenner (son of Jerry & Donna Maenner), Joshua Taylor, Jeff Lander (Husband of Shannon Whitmore Lander), Richard Amott, Brett Worley,(Brian Sterner’s cousin) David Buckley, Jared Rudacille, Clint Montoro, Brandon McWilliams & Jay Thoman (friends of Jeff & Wendy Snyder), Michael Cohen (neighbor of the Maenners), LTC Tedd Wheeler, LTC Todd Wheeler, Sgt. Brian Allebach (cousins of the Hartinger Family), Melissa & Rocky Moreno, Ryan Cron (Alesia Fritts nephew), Shawn Lutmer , Andrew Welsh (friend of Karon Sallade), Shawn Baum, and Trevor Hynd (friend of Andrea Mundis)

Note: Names have been removed of those whose service is over. Thank God for their safe arrival home!

Posted 6:46 PM by Vickie
Health Screenings Coming to Church

On Thursday, October 16th, the church hall will be the location for some important health saving tests. One that day Doppler Diagnostics, will offer you a stroke/carotid artery screening. This is done by scanning, using ultrasound technology, the carotid artery in the neck for plaque build up, which can lead to a stroke. Did you know that blocked carotid arteries cause 75% of strokes and most victims show no warning signs? There will be two other vascular tests available and an osteoporosis test. There is a cost for the tests ranging from $25-$40. This is a health prevention program, and with early detection, these problems can be treated. The results are sent directly to you and you are referred back to your own doctor. Call 1-800-446-0925 for an appointment.
Stay tuned for more information in the upcoming newsletters and bulletins.

HEALTH RISK ASSESSMENT

Are you at Risk for Stroke or Vascular Disease?

YES NO
? ? Do you have high blood pressure or do you take medication for high blood pressure?
? ? Do you smoke or have a long history of smoking?
? ? Do you have an irregular heartbeat?
? ? Do you have high cholesterol or do you take medication for high
cholesterol?
? ? Is there an immediate family history of stroke or heart disease?
(Mother, father, siblings, children)
? ? Do you exercise less than three times per week for 20-30 minutes at a
time?
? ? Do you eat a diet high in saturated and animal fat?
? ? Are you over 55 years of age?
? ? Are you male?
? ? Do you have diabetes?
? ? Are you more than 30 lbs. overweight?
? ? Do you have pre-existing heart disease?

If you have checked yes for two (2) or more risk factors above you may be a candidate for a carotid artery screening.

Stroke screenings will be available at the Church on Thursday, October 16th. Look for more information in next month?fs newsletter and weekly bulletins.

Posted 6:43 PM by Vickie
ALPHA: Have you heard about it?

ALPHA is a 10-week opportunity to explore the validity and relevance of the Christian faith for our lives today. It is a practical introduction to the basics of Christianity with loads of opportunity for debate and discussion in an informal, friendly atmosphere. Each week people meet together for a meal, a video lesson on topics such as “Who is Jesus?” “Why did Jesus Die?” “How can I be Sure of my Faith?” “Does God Still Heal Today?”, followed by small group interaction.

ALPHA is for those who have never set foot in a church, those who maybe once attended, but have lost touch, and even regular church-goers who want to explore the basics of their faith a bit deeper.

Aldersgate is about to embark on this journey of outreach through ALPHA, but we need your help. Every single Aldersgate member can be a vital part of this outreach ministry. Here are our needs:

1. Small Group Leaders: those who will lead small group discussions after participants have viewed the video each week. Number of leaders needed is dependant upon number of participants. Training available.
2. Helpers: those with the gift of helping and hospitality needed to set up, serve a simple meal, and clean up.
3. Worship Leader: someone with the gift of musical leadership who can bring the group into the presence of God through 2-3 worship songs each week.
4. Prayer Partners: anyone who will pray for ALPHA at Aldersgate. If you can’t help physically, PLEASE pray for ALPHA to reach out to those in our church and our community who need Jesus Christ in their lives.

ALPHA began 20 years ago in London and currently over 5,000 courses are running in the U.S. alone. It works. Please prayerfully consider being a part of the ALPHA team, and start thinking about those you know who may be interested in taking the ALPHA course at Aldersgate. We are hoping to offer our first class in the spring. A training conference is upcoming October 20-21 in Pittsburgh. For more information, please call me. Susan Krieger, 747-9928

ALPHA! NOW YOU KNOW!

Posted 6:41 PM by Vickie
Red Bird Mission Trip

The next Red Bird Mission Trip will be July 3 – 10, 2004.

Interested??? Come join us for an “Information Only” meeting on September 9 at 7:30 pm in the church library. We will feature a short slide presentation on the Southeastern Kentucky area as well as some shots of our 2002 mission trip to Red Bird.

Posted 6:39 PM by Vickie
Get on your walking shoes

The2003 CROP Walk will be held on Sunday, October 5th
on the Heritage Rail Trail.

See Bonnie Church or Nancy Lewis for more details. If you can’t walk, be sure to sponsor someone who is walking. Walk to help stop hunger!

Posted 6:37 PM by Vickie
Wanna Feel Like a Kid Again?

The Barbara A. Gable Memorial Youth Scholarship is awarded annually to an Aldersgate Youth who has been an active participant in our youth program or the activities of our church. The recipient can be enrolled in any two year or four year college, university or technical school. The Aldersgate Parent/Child Preschool Fund provides funds for the future expansion of our preschool and includes the Louise M. Sterner Preschool Scholarship which assists in making our preschool available to a wide range of children who need individual and loving attention.

These two funds along with their umbrella organization, our Aldersgate Endowment Fund, legally require we annually publish their need for persons to serve as “members-at-large” for the coming year. All of these positions involve an interest in furthering the goals of the Funds and attendance at several meetings during 2004. If you are interested in serving or requesting additional information, please contact Dick Hershey, Chair of the Aldersgate Endowment Fund or Sherry Smith in the church office.
If you have an interest in furthering the goals of these Funds but are not able to serve as a “member-at-large”, a contribution to the fund is an appropriate way to support their goals in the future and after you are gone.

Posted 6:34 PM by Vickie
Wills/Estate Planning Workshop

WHAT: An opportunity to learn how important wills are, to discover the
benefits you may receive through sound estate planning and to
receive directions for additional help. A time to get answers to
your questions and to participate in an open discussion – or just
listen if you prefer.

WHEN: Sunday, September 21, at 4:00 PM.

WHERE: Aldersgate United Methodist Church

WHY: To help you get your “financial house” in order.

TRANSPORTATION AVAILABLE: Call Dick Hershey or church office.

Posted 6:33 PM by Vickie
Going the Distance Campaign Update

By now you are aware of Aldersgate’s campaign to eliminate our building fund debt by September 30,2004. Our remaining debt on July 1st was $235,393 and we are now committed to “Going The Distance”.
Sixty-nine families have responded to the campaign so far with planned giving of almost $100,000 during the next year. We thank all of you who have done so and are counting on many more of you to join in now. We hope a large number of the remaining 579 families of Aldersgate will plan to give the additional $135,000 needed to retire this debt. Won’t you please consider contributions of $250 or $500 or $1,000 over the next year?
Our dream is for everyone at Aldersgate to take a personal role in helping our church fulfill God’s ministry. Your involvement and pledge towards eliminating our debt is a tangible way to help. Please pray on it and respond as you are moved.

Posted 6:31 PM by Vickie
Women of Faith

If you missed the June “Women of Faith” conference, you have a second chance to go! Dates of conference: November 7-8,2003. Place: First Union Center, Philadelphia. A bus has been chartered by our sister church, Zion United Methodist on Carlisle Ave. We’ll depart Zion at 1 p.m. on Friday 11/7; attend Friday night conference, and all-day Saturday conference; arrive back to Zion @ 10:30 p.m. Saturday night. Lodging is arranged at a Fairfield Inn. If you’ve never experienced a “Women of Faith” it is a must! To join 25,000 women, lifting their hearts in praise to God is a spectacular experience. Patsy Clairmont is a featured speaker, among many. She alone is worth the trip! I’m attending, along with so many wonderful women from Zion -- please call me for more information. But hurry, the bus is filling fast! Susan Krieger, 747-9928.

Posted 6:29 PM by Vickie
Book Talk is Back!

Bring along your coffee and donut for an informal and thought provoking discussion of Michael Long’s book
Have the Time of Your Life:
Living for GOD in Each Moment.

Starting Sunday, September 21st, 9:30 – 10:15 a.m. in Fellowship Hall. Call Pat Davis 246-1463 or Libbet Bowman 845-1179 for questions or to order a book ($15.29).

Michael was an associate pastor at Aldersgate and pastor of Harris Street United Methodist Church. Currently he is an assistant professor of religion at Elizabethtown College.

“Michael Long has given us a thoughtful word on holy living and the use of time. He shows us how to live meaningful and worthwhile lives in the midst of stress, tragedy, and boredom, while reminding us that our hopes must be tempered with realism. The stories he shares represent universal human issues, and his responses to them are wise and helpful.”
William O. Paulsen, President Emeritus, Lexington Theological Seminary

Posted 6:26 PM by Vickie
FUSION: Youth Ministry

We have a new mission statement for our Youth Ministry at Aldersgate.

We are committed to Fellowship and Unity through Serving others, Introducing youth to Christ, Offering ourselves to God and Nurturing each other as we grow deeper in relationship with Jesus Christ.

FUSION
A new name to go with our new direction.... FUSION. We are fusing together to become one strong ministry under God. This means that all ministry leaders (Sunday School, Fellowship, Small Groups, Beech Trees, Footprintz), all youth and all parents will have a part in the ministry. We will work on service to others and reaching out to youth who don't yet know our wonderful Savior. We will give of our time and talents to serve God and will support each other as we each grow deeper in our relationship with Him. Unified, Fused together.

With the wonderful growth that we have experienced comes the need for more people to be involved. It’s a very exciting ministry and one that could change your outlook on life. All you need to be “qualified” is a heart for Christ and a passion to share it. Leave the rest up to God.

We are so excited about where God has brought us over the past year and we cannot wait to see where he's taking us next! With so much growth, the possibilities are endless. What part do you see yourself playing in this wonderful ministry?

I would love to talk with you about our ministry and where we are going with it.

In Christ’s service,
Alesia Fritts – Youth Director

Sunday School: We need helpers for 7th, 8th, and 9/10th and we really need teachers for 6th and 11/12th.

6th grade 7th grade 8th grade

9/10th grade 11/12th grade

Fellowship: Junior High Senior High

Footprintz: Coffee House helpers Set up helpers

Take down/clean up helpers

(Footprintz Youth Worship and Coffee House is usually the first Sunday of the month from 6:30-8:30)

Thank you for your interest and please feel free to contact me with any questions or suggestions regarding your youth ministry. I can be reached at either 741-9289 (home), 747-5567 (work line) or email me at alesia@frittsmedia.com

Thank you and God Bless.

Posted 6:22 PM by Vickie
Sunday School for Children

Sunday School for the Children’s Department with regular teachers will resume on September 7, 2003 at 9:30 AM. The following classes are available (please note that some children will be attending a different class):

Two Year Olds (Upper Level – Room 134)
Must be 2 by September 1

Three /Four Year Olds (Upper Level – Room 138)
Must be 3 by September 1

Kindergarten (Lower Level – Room 17)
Age 5, Kindergarten and children who are six, but still in Kindergarten

First Grade (Lower Level – Room 15)

Second Grade (Lower Level – Room 14)

Third Grade (Lower Level – Room 6)

Fourth & Fifth Grade (Lower Level – Room 5)

Posted 6:19 PM by Vickie
Discovery Hour

Discovery time (during the 10:30 worship hour) for three/four year olds and those children in Kindergarten through second grade will resume September 14th. Help is needed here also. If you love children and can give 30 minutes on an occasional Sunday morning to share a story and an activity with them, please contact Joyce Dore (741-2323) or Peggy Morgan (854-3240).

Posted 6:18 PM by Vickie
Beech Tree Spiritual Players

“Okay everyone….places for the top of the SHOW!” These exciting words will soon be heard through the halls of Aldersgate as the Beech Tree Spiritual Players kick off another season. This year’s show, “Where Jesus Is, brings the grace and love of our awesome God to life through music and drama! Our exciting journey begins Sunday, September 7th (1:30 – 4:30) A large cast and crew is needed – 9th grade through 2 years post high school. Sooooo….join us! Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of this great Aldersgate tradition. Want more info….contact Linda Himes @ 812-0576 or lihimes@aol.com. See you there!!

Posted 6:16 PM by Vickie
Music Ministry Resumes!

As summer comes to a close, we are in preparation to begin our fall schedule of music ministry here at Aldersgate. We offer choirs for all ages and we look forward to new members joining with our present faithful members. If you have questions, please contact the director of the choir or call the church office for more information. Choral music opportunities at Aldersgate include:

Aldersgate Ringers (Adult Bell Choir) – Mrs. Susan Norbeck, (757-1675). Rehearsals held Thursday evenings at 7:00 PM beginning September 4th , Room 143.

Joyful Noise Choir (Children Kindergarten and Pre-kindergarten) – Mrs. Sherry Smith (428-2460) Rehearsals held Wednesday evenings, 6:45 through 7:15 PM beginning September 10th, Room 144.

Wesley Choir (Children in grades 1 through 5) – Mrs. Polly Gilbert (741-3426). Rehearsals on Wednesday evenings 6:45 to 7:45 PM, beginning September 10, Room 138.

Youth Choir (Youth in grades 6 – 12) – Mrs. Flo Hoffman (854-1822) Rehearsals on Wednesday evenings 6:45 to 7:30 PM beginning September 10th, Room 146.

Sanctuary Choir (Post High School-Adult) – Mrs. James M. Young (755-6300). Rehearsals on Wednesday evenings at 7:45 PM, beginning September 10th, Room 146.
Sanctuary Choir News – The first Sunday to be back in the choir loft to sing is Sunday, September 7th. Practice will be held at 9:45 Am in the choir room that morning. Please attend! Regular rehearsals will begin September 10th. New Members welcome!!!

Annual Choir Picnic – Sunday, September 14th at 4:00 PM at Lake Redman in Jacobus. Details available at practice.

Posted 6:11 PM by Vickie
Blood Donors

The next scheduled blood donor day is Monday, October 13, 2003 from noon to 7:00 PM at Apple Hill. Call Ruth Minnich, 757-0091 or Apple Hill Donor Center, 741-8307 to schedule an appointment. Aldersgate needs 71 additional units to meet our annual goal.

Your blood type reveals your personality. We previously profiled blood type “A” and type “O” people. This month will be blood type “B” persons.
Type “B” came about when men and women began migrating. You are best known for adaptability and independence. A free spirit, you dislike restrictions. A high proportion of self-made people are type “B”. You enjoy being around people and others love to be with you. Around friends, you would rather listen to what everyone has to say before offering your opinion. People can think you are being stand - offish, but time reveals you are just waiting for the right moment to present your view.
You can help someone you might never meet – Donate Blood.

Posted 6:09 PM by Vickie
Volunteer Training Opportunities

White Rose Hospice is seeking persons interested in the class beginning Monday morning, October 13th and continuing through November 17th. Classes prepare volunteers to provide companionship and support to patients and families living with terminal illness. For more information, please contact the hospice office at 2870 Eastern Blvd or call 849-5642.

Posted 6:06 PM by Vickie
News from the WELL

Suggested donations to The WELL for the month of September are

canned meats; tuna, spam, hash, ham, etc.

As always, these are only suggestions. Other items to stock the food shelves, and items for the Bed & Bath warehouse, are also welcome.

The WELL provided services to 1,317 families or 4,142 persons from January 1, through July 31, 2003. Services covered 1,925 children and 371 babies. 93 items were distributed from the Bed & Bath warehouse and 1,995 persons received items of children’s clothing.

The WELL gives a special “thank you” to the donors of the used grocery bags and the donor of the steam iron for the Bed & Bath warehouse. The WELL volunteers fill the grocery bags with food items, according to the family size, and they are then distributed to the clients.

Posted 8:43 PM by Vickie
Grocery Gift Cards

REMEMBER to purchase your Giant, Weis, and now Shurfine, grocery coupons on Sunday mornings. The church makes $5 for every $100 you spend on groceries. This also helps pay off our debt.

Aldersgate cookbooks are still available at a cost of just $12.00 each. We have about 120 books still waiting to be picked up and used. Your cookbook purchase goes to paying off the building debt. Thanks for your help!

Posted 8:37 PM by Vickie
Remember Our Military

Please continue to remember our Military Personnel. Even though the war is officially over, many young people remain in harm’s way, some like Julia Hubbard serving now in Bagdad.

James Cunningham (son of Rick & Jeanne Cunningham),Tim Davis (son of Bob & Pat Davis), Mark Donohue (friend of Julia Hubbard), Christopher Duffy (nephew of Roy & Chris Hubbard). Jeremy Heilman, (friend of Matthew Hubbard), Julia Hubbard (daughter of Roy & Chris Hubbard), Matthew Hubbard (son of Roy & Chris Hubbard, Kevin Kauffman, David Maenner (son of Jerry & Donna Maenner), Joshua Taylor, Jeff Lander (Husband of Shannon Whitmore Lander), Richard Amott, Brett Worley,(Brian Sterner’s cousin) David Buckley, and Dan Rearick (nephew of Holly Barbush), Jared Rudacille, Clint Montoro, Brandon McWilliams & Jay Thoman (friends of Jeff & Wendy Snyder), Michael Cohen (neighbor of the Maenners), LTC Tedd Wheeler, LTC Todd Wheeler, Sgt. Brian Allebach (cousins of the Hartinger Family), Melissa & Rocky Moreno, Andrew Barrow, Bryan DePalma (friend of Bob Hammen), Ryan Cron (Alesia Fritts nephew), Shawn Lutmer, Andrew Welsh (friend of Karon Sallade), Shawn Bloodsworth (friend of Nancy Hartinger)

Posted 8:33 PM by Vickie
Women’s Small Group

The Thursday evening women’s small group study, which meets from 7:00 to 8:30 pm in Room 127, will begin a new study beginning Thursday, August 28, 2003. This will be a workbook study, Experiencing God, by Henry T. Blackaby and Claude V. King, The length of the study could be anywhere from 12 to 60 weeks depending on how the group decides to handle it. Books need to be ordeerd by early August, so anyone interested should contact Colleen Mundis (244-9781).

Posted 8:30 PM by Vickie
Wednesday Small Group

The Wednesday evening group, which meets from 6:45 to 8:00 pm in Room 127, will resume September 10, 2003 with a new study to be announced in the church bulletin later this summer. Anyone interested in attending this class is asked to contact the leader/facilitator – Beth Sterner (79202422). New participants are welcome

Posted 8:29 PM by Vickie
“Daniel” at the Millennium Theater in Lancaster.

If you might be interested in going to the Millennium Theater with a group from Aldersgate to see the story of “Daniel”, please contact Karen Julian, 843-6844.

Posted 8:23 PM by Vickie
2003-2004 Disciple Classes

Aldersgate United Methodist Church enthusiastically invites you
to become a member of one of the 2003-2004 Disciple Classes. Disciple Bible study is an opportunity to greatly enrich your life through exciting Bible study in a small group setting. First, you will encounter the living Christ in the Scriptures in a fresh way. Second, you will feel uplifted and supported by the other participants through close sharing, prayer, and lots of love. And third, the Holy Spirit works through Disciple Bible Study to enlarge your faith, commitment, and understanding of yourself and others.
If you take part, your life will be changed and renewed in many new ways. We guarantee it! If you have any questions, please call Bob or Cathy Jacobs at 741-0232.

Please send email to theoffice@aldersgateyork.com with the following information:

I am interested in the following study:
_____ Disciple 1 – Becoming Disciple through Bible Study
_____ Disciple 2 – Into the Word, Into the World*
_____ Disciple 3 – The Prophets*
_____ Youth Disciple 1 - Becoming Disciple through Bible Study**
_____ Youth Disciple 2 - Into the Word, Into the World**
*Disciple 1 completion is required before enrolling in Disciple 2 or Disciple 3
**Youth Disciple is recommended for 10th grade and up

Name ________________________________________________

Address _______________________________________________

Phone ___________________ E-mail _______________________

Classes begin in September. Is there a particular night that you prefer? ______________________________________________________

Posted 8:13 PM by Vickie
Son Harvest County Fair
July 14 – 18, 2003
9:30 – 11:30 a.m.

We are still in need of staff for the following areas for Vacation
Bible School. Please contact Julie Groff, Linda Malehorn
or Janet Hippensteel if you can help out in one of these areas.

Teachers: 1st & 2nd grade _______ Snacks: Helper ______

Recreation: Coordinator ______

Crafts: 3yr old – Kindergarten Leader: _____ Helper: _____
1st grade – 5th grade Leader: _____ Helper: _____

Crafts for all ages have been selected, cut out & samples made.

We can also use a few volunteers to be able to float for different areas as needed.

Son Harvest County Fair Registration, VBS 2003

Name: ________________________________________________

Street Address: _________________________________________

City: ________________________ State: _______ Zip: ________

Home Phone: (____) _______________________

Parent(s) name(s): ________________________________________

Parent(s) work phone: ____________________________________

In case of emergency, contact: _____________________________

Allergies or other medical conditions: ________________________

School grade just completed: ______ Age: ______

Name of home church, if any: _______________________________

Posted 8:05 PM by Vickie
Ministry of Worship and Music

HELP WANTED - The Worship and Music Ministry has several areas in which you can serve. Experience is not necessary and the rewards are out of this world.
o ACOLYTE COORDINATOR is needed to schedule and train youth to serve as acolytes during the Traditional Worship. This could be one person, a couple or several to work as a team.
o FLOWER TEAM is forming to help deliver the altar flowers to cheer members who are ill, hospitalized, nursing home residents, etc. It will give you a change to brighten someone’s day and get to know a member you may not yet know.
o ADVENT SEASON will be here before you know it. We will be organizing a team to plan for the decorating involved.
No experience is needed for any of these areas but much guidance is available. Please prayerfully consider where you can serve and give Linda Clark a call at 741-0654

Posted 8:00 PM by Vickie
MEALS MINISTRY

Our mission is to serve families with a newborn, families experiencing a loss or hospitalization, or families in financial need by providing meals during these times. Our goal is to have enough volunteers to cover all the needs, yet only calling individual volunteers a few times a year. We need your help! If you would like to volunteer, of if you know of a family in need of our services please contact Barb Myers at 246-9923 or call the church office. Thank you to all of our current volunteers!

Posted 7:56 PM by Vickie
News from The WELL

Suggested donations to The WELL:

Month of July are Cereals, Oatmeal, Ice Pops, etc
Month of August they are Soup, Crackers and Boxed Side Dishes.

As always, these are only suggestions. Other items to stock the food shelves, and items for the bed and bath warehouse, are also welcome.
The WELL provided services to 901 families or 2,811 persons from January 1, through May 30, 2003. This is in contrast to 716 families or 2,353 persons served during the same period last year.
Through May 30, 2003, Aldersgate donated 401 pounds of food, cleaning supplies and personal care items to The WELL.
There is still a need for a volunteer (or volunteers) with a covered pickup truck, SUV or a van to handle pick up of items at various times and locations and deliver them to The WELL. If you can help (even occasionally) with this volunteer opportunity, please call Marge Ruppert, Director of The WELL, at 852-7345 weekdays from 9:00 AM to 1:30 PM.

Posted 7:47 PM by Vickie
Saturday July 19th - Helping Hands Food Run

We need lots of helping hands Saturday July 19 to prepare 300 meals & bag lunches. The food will be prepared in the Church kitchen and served at 3 city locations. You can sign up on the sign up sheet on the bulletin board or on this page. Please place in Bonnie Young’s mailbox. Participating in this project has been a very worthwhile experience for all that have helped. We want everyone to have the opportunity to be the hands and feet of Jesus. Please give this your prayerful consideration. Call Bonnie Young at 741-6780 with any questions.

Church Kitchen 12 noon – 2pm

Name________________________________Phone# ____________

Church Kitchen 2pm – 4pm

Name _______________________________Phone # ____________

Bonnie Young (741-6780)

Posted 7:26 PM by Vickie
GriefShare™
… your journey from mourning to joy

It may be hard for you to feel optimistic about the future right now. If you’ve lost a spouse, child, family member or friend, you’ve probably found that there are not many people who understand the deep hurt you feel.

That’s the reason for GriefShare™, special seminar sharing opportunity for people grieving the loss of someone close. This group is sponsored by people who understand what you are experiencing and want to offer you comfort and encouragement during this difficult time.

Here are some comments from participants in our recent offering of GriefShare™:

“The video tapes were calming, honest and well versed in grief management”

“It has helped me to see and hear how we all deal with grief. It has helped me to see I am normal and to know Jesus is there to help if I just ask. I learned how to ask for help and I feel my prayers were answered.”

“This group was the heart of GriefShare™. From these people, emerged a contribution of love and fellowship by their sharing both laughter and tears.”

“I’m glad I decided to take part in GriefShare™. I really did look forward to each meeting.”

Each GriefShare™ session includes a video seminar featuring top experts on grief and recovery subjects. After viewing the video, you will have the opportunity to interact with others who have experienced a recent loss, learn about their experiences and have the opportunity to share your own.

Our next GriefShare™ seminar will be held in Room 5 from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM on Wednesday evenings starting September 17 and concluding on December 3. There will be a total of 11 sessions. There is no fee to participate.

To join the next seminar, please contact one of us by September 7, 2003:

Pam Glatfelter phone: 854-1819
e-mail: Luskie01@aol.com
or
Bob Hammen phone:246-9472
e-mail rjhammen@att.net

You can also complete the form below and return it to the Church office or place it in the offering plate any Sunday morning. Please return by September 7, 2003

- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - #- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

I am interested in attending GriefShare™

Name: _______________________________________________

Telephone number: _____________________________________

Posted 6:22 PM by Vickie
Take me out to the ball game!

The Aldersgate United Methodist Men
invite you to a night at the ballpark with the
Harrisburg Senators.

Everyone is welcome. So why not make it a family event?

Date: June 26 Game time: 6:35 pm
Harrisburg Senators versus Erie Seawolves
Tickets are $6.00 for adults and children

Tickets on sale in the Bistro (8 AM to Noon every Sunday) or
call Brian Sterner (792-2422).

"Dinner" will be ball game food and cold beverages...
available at the ball park concession stands...
each person is on their own for costs.

Join us for for our UMM night with the Harrisburg Senators!

Posted 6:02 PM by Vickie
United Methodist Women

Please join us for our "Rose Brunch" on Thursday, June 5, 2003 10:30 am to 12:30 pm in the Aldersgate Library

Rev. Stephanie Sechrist will be our guest speaker. Hostesses will be Betty Lacy, Ruth Minnich, Doris McKenzie, Ginny Potter, Helen Van Loon, Marlasee Douts.

ALL Women of Aldersgate are invited to attend!

Posted 5:59 PM by Vickie
Please continue to remember our Military Personnel, particularly these
family and friend of the Aldersgate family in your prayers. Thank you!

James Cunningham (son of Rick & Jeanne Cunningham),Tim Davis (son of Bob & Pat Davis), Mark Donohue (friend of Julia Hubbard), Christopher Duffy (nephew of Roy & Chris Hubbard). Jeremy Heilman, (friend of Matthew Hubbard), Julia Hubbard (daughter of Roy & Chris Hubbard), Matthew Hubbard (son of Roy & Chris Hubbard, Kevin Kauffman, David Maenner (son of Jerry & Donna Maenner), Joshua Taylor, Jeff Lander (Husband of Shannon Whitmore Lander), Richard Amott, Brett Worley,(Brian Sterner's cousin) David Buckley, and Dan Rearick (nephew of Holly Barbush), Joel Dull, Jared Rudacille, Clint Montoro, Brandon McWilliams & Jay Thoman (friends of Jeff & Wendy Snyder), Michael Cohen (neighbor of the Maenners), LTC Tedd Wheeler, LTC Todd Wheeler, Sgt. Brian Allebach (cousins of the Hartinger Family), Melissa & Rocky Moreno, Andrew Barrow, Bryan DePalma (friend of Bob Hammen), Ryan Cron (Alesia Fritts nephew), Shawn Lutmer, Andrew Welsh (friend of Karon Sallade), Shawn Bloodsworth (friend of Nancy Hartinger)

Posted 5:56 PM by Vickie
HEIFER PROJECT ARK BANKS

Parents, teachers, children -- Please bring your banks back to your Sunday School room by June 8th. Pat Davis will come to your room that day to collect the banks. Please be sure your name and grade number are on your bank. Thank you for all you've done to change the lives of many families around the world. Call Pat Davis with any questions at 246-1463.

Posted 5:54 PM by Vickie
Blood Donors Needed!

Did you know that your blood type reveals your personality? There are four blood types, O-A-B-AB. This month we will profile the type "O" personality.

This is the original blood type and these persons are ambitious, flexible, full of confidence and not afraid to take risks. They can handle more stress than most people, set higher goals and push themselves to succeed. They are natural born leaders but are not all "work." An "O" tends to be romantic at heart, secretly craves candlelight dinners and bouquets of flowers. Donate your blood and see if you are an "O" personality. Don't miss out on this wonderful personality test!

You can donate a unit of blood for the Aldersgate Blood Donor Day, Monday, June 23, Suite 198, Apple Hill Donor Center. Please call 741-8307 for an appointment. We need 20 donors this day.

Posted 5:52 PM by Vickie
Suggested donations to The WELL for the month of June are Peanut Butter and Jelly. As always, these are only suggestions. Other items to stock the food shelves, and items for the bed and bath warehouse, are also welcome.

The WELL extends a special Thank you to the donors of the complete set of dishes and the tableware settings. These items are super additions to the bed and bath warehouse.

Services were provided to 743 persons during the month of April, bringing the total served to 2,174 for the first four months of 2003. This is about a 14% increase over the1,902 persons served during the same four months in 2002.

The WELL still has a need for a volunteer with a covered pickup truck, SUV or van to handle pick up of items at various locations, and deliver them to the WELL. If you can help (even occasionally) with this volunteer opportunity, please call Marge Ruppert, Director of The WELL at 852-7345 weekdays from 9:00 AM to 1:30 PM.

Posted 5:47 PM by Vickie
Local Mission/work camp opportunity

We at Aldersgate UM Church can be proud of the many missions we support both financially and with personal labor. The list of missions supported during 2002 numbers at least 45 which was a pleasant surprise. Let's keep up the great work! But alas, even with all we are doing, there is a desperate need right in our back yard that I am certain many in Aldersgate will want to support.

I speak of our Methodist Home for Children located in Mechanicsburg, PA. During a recent visit they told me of the desperate situation that exists in many of the homes on campus where the children live. There are only 4 cottages, each housing about12 children, so we are not talking about huge dormitories.

What we would like to do is get a team from Aldersgate to visit the Home and survey what is needed in the following areas: Electrical and plumbing service, Roof evaluation, Painting -- interior and exterior, Carpeting and drapes, Bedding, Children's personal needs ( toiletries, games, reading material, etc.), Adequacy of air conditioning systems, grounds work.

We need a "few good Aldersgaters" to offer their services and expertise to help in the evaluation. Once the needs are listed we can pick and choose where we can be effective.
* There may be great opportunities for our youth groups to get involved.
* Young adults and their children may get great rewards helping children
the same ages as their own.
* Possibly some of our Methodist Men, who did such a great job on the Habitat home could find time to provide needed supervision and expertise for jobs that are undertaken.

The need is there -- the need is close to home. We have the ability. We need your support.

If you can assist with the initial evaluation of what is needed, please contact Wayne Davis at 741-1403. We will schedule a visit to the home for mid to late June. Once the work is defined we'll be back in touch with the congregation asking for broad based assistance.

Wayne Davis

Posted 5:44 PM by Vickie

VOLUNTEER MEAL DRIVERS NEEDED

The Red Lion Senior Center is in urgent need of drivers to deliver meals Monday, Wednesday and Friday between 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM to homebound seniors. You may deliver just one or all days. Help is desperately needed. Temporary summer help will also be accepted. Please call the Red Lion Area Senior Center at 244-7229 to volunteer.

Posted 3:11 PM by Sherry
Aldersgate Church will honor our 2003 Graduates with a banquet in their honor on Wednesday, May 21st at 6:00 pm in Fellowship Hall. Everyone is welcome to come celebrate with us. RSVP to the church office by Friday, May 16, 854-4276 or email at theoffice@aldersgateyork.com

Posted 2:58 PM by Sherry
The dedication of the new Good Shepherd statue will take place on Sunday May 18th following the 10:30 AM worship service! Everyone is welcome to join us!

Posted 6:01 PM by Vickie
Summer Sunday School -- Children's Department

Children’s Sunday School classes will be held as usual through June 8. Summer classes will be scheduled (9:30 – 10:20) from June 15 through August 31 (Labor Day weekend). In order to provide the regular teachers a time for spiritual restoration and renewal, summer classes will be taught by parent volunteers and other interested individuals. Children will be grouped as follows:
Ages 2,3,4 will meet in Room 138
Grades K,1,2 will meet in Room 15
Grades 3,4,5 will meet in Room 5
Children will be celebrating various Jewish festivals, exploring what it means to live as Christians, and hearing God’s word through special Bible verses. Teachers are needed to participate in this exciting ministry.
Please call Joyce Dore, 741-2323, or Peggy Morgan, 854-3240, to sign up for a Sunday, or two, or more. It will be a rewarding experience!

DISCOVERY HOUR

May 18, 2003 will be the last session of Discovery Hour (ages 3 through grade 2) for the 2002-2003 school year. Watch for the resumption of Discovery Hour in the fall.

Posted 5:53 PM by Vickie
Don’t forget to bring your favorite dish to share when you come to Nifty Fifties Thursday, May 8th at 11:30 am. Rev. Kashner, a resident of Kelly Manor, will tell of some experiences associated with being a pastor for 53 years. In June we will have our “Picnic” in Fellowship Hall. July and August will find us having “Breakfast” at the South York Diner at 8:30 am.

Posted 5:52 PM by Vickie
Merry Makers will gather on Friday, May 16th at 6:30 pm in Fellowship Hall for an “OLD FASHIONED PICNIC” complete with a Cake Walk. A fun evening is planned with lots of good food as always. This will be the last meeting until FALL, so come and join in the fun and fellowship. If you are not on a call list, contact the McGlynns at 792-3313 or the Lacys at 764-1767. The cost is $3.00, please bring your own place setting. SEE YOU THERE!!!

Posted 5:49 PM by Vickie
Please prayer for members in the military!

James Cunningham (son of Rick & Jeanne Cunningham),Tim Davis (son of Bob & Pat Davis), Mark Donohue (friend of Julia Hubbard), Christopher Duffy (nephew of Roy & Chris Hubbard). Jeremy Heilman, (friend of Matthew Hubbard), Julia Hubbard (daughter of Roy & Chris Hubbard), Matthew Hubbard (son of Roy & Chris Hubbard, Kevin Kauffman, David Maenner (son of Jerry & Donna Maenner), Joshua Taylor, Jeff Lander (Husband of Shannon Whitmore Lander), Richard Amott, Brett Worley,(Brian Sterner’s cousin) David Buckley, and Dan Rearick (nephew of Holly Barbush), Joel Dull, Jared Rudacille, Clint Montoro, Brandon McWilliams & Jay Thoman (friends of Jeff & Wendy Snyder), Michael Cohen (neighbor of the Maenners), LTC Tedd Wheeler, LTC Todd Wheeler, Sgt. Brian Allebach (cousins of the Hartinger Family), Melissa & Rocky Moreno, Andrew Barrow, Bryan DePalma (friend of Bob Hammen), Ryan Cron (Alesia Fritts nephew), Shawn Lutmer, Andrew Welsh (friend of Karon Sallade), Shawn Bloodsworth (friend of Nancy Hartinger)

Posted 5:46 PM by Vickie
Suggested donations to The WELL for the month of May are spaghetti, spaghetti sauce, macaroni & cheese and rice. As always, these are only suggestions. Other items to stock the food shelves, and items for the bed and bath warehouse, are also welcome.

The WELL provided services to 487 families or 1,431 persons during the first three months of 2003. This is in contrast to serving 443 families or 1,358 persons during the same three months in 2002.

The WELL continues to have a pressing need for a volunteer (or volunteers) with a covered pickup truck, SUV or a van to handle pick up of items at various locations and deliver them to The WELL. If you can help with this volunteer opportunity, please call Marge Ruppert, Director of The WELL, at 852-7345 weekdays from 9:00 AM to 1:30 PM.

LATE BREAKING NEWS! - As you do your spring-cleaning, remember that the WELL is happy to accept good, clean items for the bedroom, bath and kitchen. Current, clean clothing is also desirable. Donations of brown grocery bags, plastic bags, zip-lock sandwich size bags and gallon bags are also much needed when items need to divided out from large packaging.

Posted 5:42 PM by Vickie
May is Older Americans Month and lots of special activities are planned for Seniors during the coming weeks. Here are a few that might interest you.

On May 21 and 22 the 8th Annual Prime of Life Festival will be held in Old Main at the York Expo Center. Hours are 3:30 PM-8:00 PM on Wednesday, and 8:00 AM-4:30 PM on Thursday. There will be Vendor Booths, Continuous Entertainment, a Funwalk, The Taste of Prime (which sounds like food), Seminars and Health Screenings. There is no fee.

Whether you're a "novice" or a "techie," there is a place for you at the 4th Annual Senior Connections Computer Seminar on May 29 and 30. Classes will be held at Penn State, York Campus, from
8:30-4:30 PM. All classes require pre-registration. The cost is $5.00 per class, or $15.00 a day (four classes). For more information, call 848-4417.

Looking ahead, the York County 2003 Senior Games will be held on June 18-22. There are competitive and non-competitive activities, which includes everything from Archery to Scrabble. Registration forms can be found around the county, and must be postmarked by June 4. The fee is $3.00, which includes all activities and events. For more information, call 771-9610.

So whether you want to exercise your mind or your body, or just have fun, there are lots of opportunities available around York. ENJOY!

Posted 7:23 PM by Vickie
New Safey Study...

How to Be Safer the Rest of Your Life

Avoid riding in Automobiles. They are responsible for 20% of all deaths.

Do not stay at home! 17% of all accidents occur at home.

Avoid walking on streets and sidewalks because 14% of all accidents are suffered by pedestrians.

Don’t travel by air, rail, or water, because 16% of all accidents occur on these forms of transportation.

You will be pleased to learn that only .001% of all accidents occur in worship services! And these are usually related to previously know physical disorders.

Therefore, logic tells us that the safest place in the world for you to be at any time, is at church!

Bible study is safe too. The percentage of accidents that occur during Bible study is nearly Zero!

For Safety’s Sake – Attend Church and read your Bible, it could save your life!!!

Posted 7:20 PM by Vickie
2003 High School Graduates

Members of the graduating class of 2003 – The Barbara A. Gable Memorial Youth Scholarship is available to you. Anyone who plans to enroll in a certified program of higher learning is eligible to apply.

If you are an active member of Aldersgate Church, please pick up an application and check out the criteria for selection for the scholarship award. Please see Dr. Robert Davis or someone in the church office for your copy of the application.

Completed applications must be into the church office by the first Sunday of April (April 6, 2003). For additional information, please contact the church office.

*********

Graduates (and Parents) – Please give your names (or those of your children) along with information on who’s graduating, from where, and any plans, to Sherry in the church office. We’ll highlight all our graduates in the May Good Tidings, and we do not want to miss anyone. Thanks!

Posted 7:17 PM by Vickie
DISCOUNTED HERSHEYPARK TICKETS
SUMMER 2003

If you’re planning to visit Hersheypark this year, you can save a significant amount by ordering tickets in advance through a group order here at the church.

Regular Admission Group Rate Savings
Age 9-54 $35,95 $20.25 $15.70
Age 3 – 8 $19.95 $16.95 $ 3.00
Age 55+ $19.95 $17.95 $ 2.00
Age 70+ $15.95

Not only will this group order save money for you, but the church will earn about $20.00 for every 10 tickets ordered.
The tickets may be used any day during the 2003 season that runs from Memorial Day through Labor Day plus some weekends in May and September.
To order tickets for your family or friends, complete the form at the bottom of this page and return with a CHECK made payable to Dot Miller by April 15th. Ticket should arrive by early May.
If you have further questions, contact Dot Miller (717-235-7213) 1803 Glen Rock Road, Glen Rock, PA 17327, or leave a note in her church mailbox.

Name _____________________________________________________

Address ___________________________________________________

Phone ________________________

Number of tickets: Age 9-54 ________ x$20.25 = ____________

Age 3 – 8 ________x $16.95 =_____________

Age 55-69 ________x $17.95 = ____________

Age 70+ ________x $15.95

Posted 7:15 PM by Vickie
Wills Workshop

Sunday, ,April 27th at 4:00 pm Bethany United Methodist Church will sponsor a Wills Workshop led by Phyllis Bowers, Director of Planned Giving and Stewardship Services of the UM Stewardship Foundation of Central Pennsylvania. Here’s an opportunity to get answers to your questions, participate in open discussion or just listen and pick up literature about wills, joint ownership, trusts, taxes, estate planning, estate settlement, charitable giving and gift annuities.

Child care will be provided during the Seminar and refreshments will follow. Everyone is welcome, there is no cost or obligation. You may call the church office if you need additional information

Posted 7:13 PM by Vickie
ANDREA MUNDIS AWARDED SEMINARY STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP

It is a pleasure for the Aldersgate Endowment Fund Committee to announce that Andrea M. Mundis is the first recipient of the $6,000 Harry B. & Ruth A. Nicholas Seminary Student Scholarship for 2003. The Nicholas scholarship was a recent bequest in the will of the late Ruth Nicholas, who along with her husband Harry, were long-time members of Aldersgate and the Second EUB Church. The scholarship, part of the Aldersgate Endowment Fund, provides a source of financial assistance to Aldersgate members pursuing a career in the ministry.

The Nicholas bequest is just one of the many ways the Aldersgate Endowment Fund can help Aldersgate members and friends to remember our Church after they are gone. The Endowment fund was created to provide the opportunity to make charitable gifts to the Church that will become a permanent endowment of financial support and living memorial. The endowment fund is intended for purposes that are not part of the church’s established programs funded through the annual operating budget of the church and the regular giving of its members.

Contributions can be made to the Aldersgate Endowment Fund or more specifically to the Nicholas Seminary Scholarship in the form of gifts of money or assets in honor of or in memory of friends, family or other special people in our lives. Perhaps even more important for our Church’s long-term future, are commitments through life insurance, wills, trusts and estates. However, all gifts are important and welcome – large and small, unrestricted or designated, current or deferred.

Please take a few minutes the next time you see Andrea to congratulate her and to show your support to her in the pursuit of her career. Also, for additional information how you can participate in the Aldersgate Endowment Fund or the Nicholas Seminary Scholarship please see one the pastors or Dick Hershey, Endowment Fund Chairman.

Posted 7:11 PM by Vickie
Praying For The President

The following prayer request was on the website of InTouch Ministries, which is lead by Dr. Charles Stanley. You may find it helpful in your prayers in the days ahead.

A President who begins the day on his knees with the Word of God is worthy of all our prayers. Please Pray for President Bush in the following areas:
Ø Protection for the lives of him and his family
Ø Peace and clarity of mind as he stands in leadership and defense of liberty
Ø For the perfect will of God to be revealed to him
Ø That God will provide wise and godly counsel in his administration
Ø That he will draw aside to fast and seek the Lord
Ø Godly character and decision-making
Ø That he will perform the will of God relating to world events
Also on this website, www.intouch.org, Dr. Stanley has a special message on A Christian’s Duty in a Time of War. He says, “God never promised that life would always be convenient or comfortable. Nor did He say that we would avoid all danger, suffering, or loss. However, He did promise to be with us through whatever we face in life. And, in times of trouble, we each have a specific God-given duty: prayer.”
Dr. Stanley ends by saying, “Just as Jehosaphat and Judah sought the Lord through fasting and prayer, we must seek the will of God during these troubling times. It is our duty to pray seriously for our nation, to fall on our knees and cry out to the Lord for His direction and guidance. When we pray to our heavenly Father, we should acknowledge the fact that He is the almighty God, with absolute control over everything that happens. Foremost, God desires that we surrender our pride, and prayerfully turn to Him with confidence that He will fulfill His perfect will for our good and for His glory. God is the only defense for a nation under attack; like Judah, it is time that we also ‘turn our attention to seek the LORD’ (2 Chron. 20:4). This article offers specific passages from scripture to aid in prayer. Copies of the entire message are available in the church office.

Posted 7:08 PM by Vickie
In years past, the last ARF meal was planned for April. Since nobody has expressed a passion to lead this ministry team, we are placing ARF on “vacation”. We will continue to pray that someone will want to lead this ministry team and take another look at possibly resuming ARF or something similar in the fall. May God richly bless those who devoted much time and energy to ARF over the past years.

KEITH REINHARD MEMORIAL DISPLAY CASE IN THE WEST LOBBY

Please take time to look at the display case located in the West Lobby in the upcoming months.
April -Easter and Intercessory Prayer
May -United Methodist Men
June -Special Class
July -Vacation Bible School
August -Stephen Ministers
September -Preschool
October -Youth Ministries
November -United Methodist Women
December -Nativities

Several displays are already planned for 2004. Anyone interested in setting up a display in 2004 please contact JoAnn Gifford at 741-3351 as soon as possible.

Our thanks to Lona Mitchell for January’s display of Aldersgate clothing, to Stephanie and Mark Anderson for February’s display of Cub Scout Pack #180, and Pam Esher for the Girl Scout display.

Posted 7:06 PM by Vickie
A.R.F. going on vacation...

In years past, the last ARF meal was planned for April. Since nobody has expressed a passion to lead this ministry team, we are placing ARF on “vacation”. We will continue to pray that someone will want to lead this ministry team and take another look at possibly resuming ARF or something similar in the fall. May God richly bless those who devoted much time and energy to ARF over the past years.

Posted 7:05 PM by Vickie
Books and Beans Bistro

Suzanne Hershey’s Hospitality Ministry Team launched the Bistro last fall. It has been well received by the congregation as a warm and friendly gathering place every Sunday morning between 8 AM and Noon. Roger and Bonnie Young are doing a marvelous job coordinating the Bistro in 2003 and could use your help serving as a host/hostess for one of the two shifts any Sunday morning. Also, they need some additional “cookie donators” to provide the goodies for any Sunday you may care to share some cookies or other baked items. Call Roger or Bonnie (741-6780) to help of just stop in the Bistro to sign-up. See ya' in the Bistro!!!!

Posted 7:03 PM by Vickie
ALL-U-CAN-EAT
FAMILY BREAKFAST AND EASTER EGG HUNT
ALDERSGATE CHURCH
SATURDAY, APRIL 12TH, 2003 AT 8:30 AM

Menu: Pancakes, Sausage, Scrambled Eggs, Fruit Cup, Beverages

Cost: Adults $3.00, Children $2.00 Children 3 and under – Free

Come and enjoy a family breakfast, then off to hunt Easter Eggs. The children will be divided into age groups and there will be prizes and treats for all children, regardless of the number of eggs they find. The event is open to all children 1-9, but reservations are necessary.

Come and bring a friend. Deadline for reservations – Sunday, April 6th

Name____________________________________________________

# Adults _____________ # Children _______________

Children’s Ages: 0-3 _________, 4-6 __________ 7-9____________

This program is sponsored by the Fellowship Team. Look for additional information in upcoming bulletins. Please place reservation in offering plate or church office. Thank you!

Posted 6:59 PM by Vickie
Library News

The library at Aldersgate is a wonderful source of information for all ages -- toddler to senior citizen. Whether you want to read for enjoyment or information, your’re sure to find something to meet your needs.

"Just Like Mama," "Papa's Gift," and "The Nightingale" are beautifully illustrated children's books that were recently added to the library. These books are wonderful read-aloud books for you and your children.

Three of the new books in the library are by local authors. "Abner's Story," by Louise Coffman, is a fictionalized story of the Pennsylvania Dutch in York County. The story is suitable for the whole family and features superstitions, customs, and language familiar to many York residents.

Lynn Eib has written "When God and Cancer Meet - True Stories of Hope and Healing." Lynn is a cancer survivor and the founder of the Cancer Prayer Support group. She is a cancer patient advocate for Dr. Marc Hirsh, an oncologist who practices in Hanover. The true stories in her book tell how cancer patients and their families were touched by God.

"Preaching Biblical Wisdom in a Self-Help Society was written by Alyce McKenzie." Alyce is a former pastor at Aldersgate. Paul and Doris McKenzie, Alyce's in-laws, donated the book to the library.

Posted 6:55 PM by Vickie
SMALL GROUP LEADERSHIP TRAINING

Why are Small Groups so important at Aldersgate? Here are 10 good reasons.

1. Need for spiritual growth.
We can obtain spiritual growth through Small Groups. There needs to be a small group where there can be some accountability; where there is some discussion; where iron begins to sharpen iron. Jesus was the model for this. He took 12 and spent time with them.

2. Need for friendship, support and encouragement in the church body.
People walk into the Aldersgate building on Sunday morning, sit in the middle of a pew among hundreds of people and many of them do not have one good relationship. They sit there, open their Bibles, take notes and walk out. No relationships, nobody touching their lives, reaching out, caring, sharing or ministering to them. Small groups are needed because the larger the church becomes the more difficult it is to really have those small intimate relationships for encouragement and ministry that we need.

3. Need for strength in the face of temptation and trail.
We are all tested. Galatians 6 tells us to help carry one another’s burdens. We know that the people, who ask for prayer during worship need prayer, love, a touch, a hug and some care but it is impossible to provide these things in a large church setting.

4. Need to give and receive love.
In Romans chapter 12 we are told to love one another warmly as Christian brothers, be eager to show respect for one another, share your belongings for the needy fellow Christian and open your homes for strangers. In the large church setting on Sunday mornings, people don’t have the opportunity to give and receive love like they need.

5. Need to serve others.
Philippians 2 tells us not to do anything from selfish ambition or from cheap desire to boast, but be humble to one another. Always considering others better than ourselves, look out for one another’s interest not just for your own. In a large church it is impossible for large amount of people to serve. In small groups, everybody can serve one another. They can use their gift for the glory of God.
6. Need to discover and develop the spiritual gifts.
What gifts do members of our church have that are not being utilized? There is no way we are ever going to tap them unless we can get them into small groups and find out who they are.

7. Need to assimilate new people who attend our church.
Every week we have visitors at Aldersgate many of whom are looking for a church home. Church statistics tells us that a person has to have a valid relationship within the first 5-6 times they attend or they won’t come back. With small groups, the person who brought that visitor could invite them into a small group in their neighborhood.

8. Need to grow beyond our facilities.
Our challenge is to keep on growing for God. Eventually we will outgrow our facilities. There is only one way we can grow beyond our facilities. That is through small groups where we are meeting in the homes. There is no limit to the number of small groups that we can have.

9. Need to penetrate our county for Jesus Christ.
Through small groups we can get into our neighborhoods by meeting in the homes. It reads in Acts 2 from the Living Bible, “They worship together regularly at the temple each day and meet in small groups in homes for communion. The whole city was favorable to them and each day God had added to them all who were being saved.” Coming to church on Sunday for corporate worship is kind of a rally atmosphere for inspiration. Small groups are for relationships and that is where involvement comes into play.

10. Need to develop leaders.
The most effective leadership training is a combination of caring and sharpening small groups and personalizing relationships one on one. If you want to develop leaders as Jesus did you have put time in a small group where they are close enough to be able to see the leader and no
one is more vital to the success of our small group ministry that its
leaders. That is why we are offering training for Small Group leaders.
This training will help you develop communication skills and identify your
leadership styles for maximum effectiveness.

The training is schedule for April 11 & 12. On Friday evening we will meet from 6:30-9:30 and again on Saturday from 8:30-3:00. If you are interested please contact Jim Stambaugh at 854-7014.

Posted 6:53 PM by Vickie
Another Camping Opportunity!

A camping trip is being planned for the weekend of May 30, 31 and June 1, 2003, at Mountain Creek Campground in Cumberland County. There is a heated pool, a playground, an arcade, a snack shack, a sand volleyball court, a bike path to Laurel Lake and Sunday Worship. RV sites have water and electric hook-up. There re also tent sites available. There is a dump station as well as 2 bathhouses with showers. If you need more information, please call Beth and Brian Sterner at 792-2422 or Kent and Tracy Springman at 741-0907. Please call Beth Sterner by April 30th if you wish to join us.

Posted 6:52 PM by Vickie
“TURN AROUND” – 2003 SUMMER CAMP

Camping materials arrived last month and there are already several children and youth signed up for our conference camps. Aldersgate Church is able to provide ½ the camping fee for children and youth who are members or who regularly attend church school and worship here. Please bring your camp registrations to the office early for best selection of camp dates.

Posted 6:50 PM by Vickie
CHILDREN’S CELEBRATION APRIL 6, 2003, 9:30 AM, FELLOWSHIP HALL

Please join us April 6 during Sunday School for a presentation by the children of our church. They will show a small portion of what they are doing in Sunday School with songs, recitation, finger plays and more. There will be an open house of the children’s Sunday school rooms after the presentation to you to browse and have refreshments. Please come and show your support of our great Sunday School program.

Posted 6:48 PM by Vickie
Mother or Daughter Banquet

A Special Invitation
To The Girls of Our Dreams

The pleasure of your company is requested at Aldersgate United Methodist Church’s
Annual Mother or Daughter Banquet

Honoring all the women in our lives
with a special evening of being
pampered……
waited on ……..
honored……….
appreciated…….
and entertained by Higher Ground from the Dallastown Area High School!!!

Thursday, May 8, 2003 at 6:00 PM

Posted 6:47 PM by Vickie
Nifty Fifties

The second Thursday, April 10th is the next scheduled gathering of the Nifty Fifties group. Join us for lunch at 11:30 am followed by a program. You need to bring your own place setting and a dish to share with the group. Please call Emory Funk or Millie Shaull with questions.

Posted 6:46 PM by Vickie
Merry Makers

Merry Makers will gather on Friday, April 11 at 6:30 pm in Fellowship Hall for our monthly dinner and program. The previous announced program has been canceled due to a conflict in the presenter’s work schedule, so come and enjoy a “surprise” evening.

If you are not on a call list and would like to join us for an evening of good food and fellowship, please call the McGlynn’s at 792-3313 or the Lacy’s at 764-1767. The cost is just $3.00 per person with you bringing your own place setting and a dish to share. In April, coffees will follow in host homes.

Posted 6:45 PM by Vickie
Aldersgate United Methodist Men of ALL ages
will be gathering for an evening of
good food,
great fellowship
and planning for the work of Christ’s Kingdom.

Come and make merry with us on
Thursday, April 10, 2003 at 5:45 pm
In the church Library

RSVP BrianSterner at 792-2422 or sign up on the UMM Bulletin Board TODAY!!!!!!

Posted 6:45 PM by Vickie
United Aldersgate Women

Thursday, April 3, 2003 at 1:00 pm
in the Aldersgate Library

Hostesses: Dorothy Hollensteiner & Betty Schoaff

Rosemary Herbert will present the program
“Women of the Church”

ALL Women of Aldersgate are most welcome to attend!

Volunteers to serve ice water at Normandie Ridge:
Betty Schoaff and Gloria Klunk

Posted 6:42 PM by Vickie
FRIENDLY CALLS

Don’t be surprised if you get a friendly call this month. We are beginning a new ministry. We have a group of people who are going to start calling members just to say “Hi”. The intent is to make certain everyone feels welcome and cared-for in our church family. Our goal is that every family will be contacted every 3 months. Currently we have nine callers on our team. Each has agreed to call a list of people just to see if we can serve them in any way or if they have needs that need to made known. Our nine callers are going to touch 87 families – that is a great start! We could use several more callers. If you enjoy talking on the phone and have a few extra moments to help us make a call or two every month, please contact Sue Witmyer at 840-8871.

Posted 6:41 PM by Vickie
Current Listing of Aldersgate friends and family in the military – Please remember them in prayer.

James Cunningham (son of Rick & Jeanne Cunningham)Tim Davis (son of Bob & Pat Davis), Mark Donohue (friend of Julia Hubbard), Christopher Duffy (nephew of Roy & Chris Hubbard). Jeremy Heilman, (friend of Matthew Hubbard), Julia Hubbard (daughter of Roy & Chris Hubbard), Matthew Hubbard (son of Roy & Chris Hubbard, Kevin Kauffman, David Maenner (son of Jerry & Donna Maenner), Matthew Runk (Beth Sterner), Joshua Taylor, Jeff Lander (Husband of Shannon Whitmore Lander), Richard Amott, Brett Worley,(Brian Sterner’s cousin) David Buckley, and Dan Rearick (nephew of Holly Barbush), Joel Dull, Jared Rudacille, Clint Montoro, Brandon McWilliams & Jay Thoman (friends of Jeff & Wendy Snyder), Michael Cohen (neighbor of the Maenners), LTC Tedd Wheeler, LTC Todd Wheeler, Sgt. Brian Allebach (cousins of the Hartinger Family), Melissa & Rocky Moreno

Posted 6:39 PM by Vickie
Ready! Set! Bloom!

Your Missions Team invites you to enjoy Aldersgate Missions in Bloom on the bulletin board across from the Parlor, and to consider fertilizing our garden (with your Lenten Offering), so we can respond favorably to requests for additional blooms.

Posted 6:37 PM by Vickie
Girl Scout Liaison

The Outreach Team is looking for someone to consider being the Girl Scout Liaison for the church. The role requires bring any concerns of the church-sponsored troops to the appropriate areas for consideration, as well as general support and encouragement of the troops. If you would consider this, please contact Linda Gilgore at 755-6069 or ling873@earthlink.net.

Posted 6:36 PM by Vickie
DEFIBRILLATOR DONATED

Roy Hubbard has been representing Aldersgate and Outreach Ministry at Our Daily Bread Soup Kitchen and assisted in the purchase of a defibrillator to be used at the Soup Kitchen. The Providers Sunday School Class sponsored $1,000 toward the cost of the unit and other churches contributed as well.

The unit was received and presented to the Soup Kitchen on Wednesday, February 15, 2003. All the donors including our pastor and priests from St. Joseph’s and St. Patrick’s were invited to attend. Donna Chandler from the American Heart Association was there to arrange the free training with a nurse from Memorial Hospital. February was “Heart Month” so timing was perfect.

We’re hoping the unit saves a life! Thanks to everyone who supported this effort

Posted 6:35 PM by Vickie
Blood Donor Day -- April 28th

Springtime has arrived – and its time for our next blood donor day. Aldersgate’s next scheduled opportunity to donate will be Monday, April 28th from noon until 7:00 pm. Twenty donors are needed for this day. Please call Apple Hill, Suite 198, at 741-8307, to schedule your own donor time. Walk-ins are acceptable but appointments are preferred. Aldersgate’s faithful donors helped us achieve our goal for the year 2002. New and first time donors are asked to “Spring Forward” and join our faithful team of donors.

Posted 6:33 PM by Vickie
News from The Well

Suggested donations to The WELL for the month of April are Personal Care Items (toothpaste, toothbrushes, shampoo, soap, skin care, etc.). Please remember that these are only suggestions. Other items to stock the food shelves, and items for the bed and bath warehouse, are also welcome. The WELL provided services to 804 persons during the first two months of 2003.
The WELL continues to have a need for a volunteer (or volunteers) with a covered pickup truck, SUV or a van to handle pick up of baked goods from the Weis markets at West Manchester Mall and at White Street in West York each weekday morning around 8:00 AM – 8:30 AM and deliver them to The WELL.
On April 10, 2003, Kelly Tice of The WELL Staff will have surgery and will be off work two to four weeks. During that time, The WELL could use a volunteer (or volunteers) to answer the telephone and provide general assistance.
If you can help with either of these volunteer opportunities, please call Marge Ruppert, Director of The WELL, at 852-7345 weekdays from 9:00 AM to 1:30 PM.

Posted 6:31 PM by Vickie
Preschool News

Our music day with the high school students was a huge success. The church rocked with the great sounds from the children’s kazoos and shakers. Thanks to Chris Smith and Karen Mitchell for sharing their talents with our preschoolers.

Our trip to the fire station was a big hit. There is nothing like sitting in the cab of the fire truck and blowing the siren! (Hold your ears)
April is another fun-filled month starting with our wood collages. Once again Mr. Bob Kuhn will share his knowledge of wood making and tool safety with the children. If you are able to visit don't forget your earplugs. There will be lots of hammering and sawing.
Our three-year-old class will study nursery rhymes during April. Quiz: What was Humpty Dumpty? Who followed Mary? What instrument did Little Boy Blue have? Did you get them all right???
We will take our annual trip to the Baltimore Zoo during April. Everyone's favorite!! Mr. McGlynn will drive the school bus again this year. We are fortunate to have so many church members give of their time to support the preschool.
Our children will prepare for the season of Easter by doing good deeds and filling our basket with colorful eggs. Feel free to participate in this project.
April 6 - 12 is the Week of the Young Child. Look for our preschoolers' paintings in the Fellowship Hall. What color -- what imagination!!! Also, plan to visit the Children’s Fair at the West Manchester Mall on Saturday, April 12 from 10am to Noon.
Aldersgate Preschool is hosting a workshop for all parents. Cele McCloskey, former writer of the column, “Preschool Patter” will spend an evening sharing her thoughts on Learning Through Play. Please join us on April 8 at 7pm in the Fellowship Hall. There is no charge but please register by calling--843-8292.
We are currently accepting registrations for the 2003-2004 school year. For more information please call the preschool office.

Posted 6:28 PM by Vickie
Palm Sunday, April 13th

Be sure to join in the celebration of Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem during any of the three worship times – 8:00 AM Informal, 8:30 AM Contemporary or 10:30 Traditional .

Posted 6:26 PM by Vickie
York Urban Alliance
United Methodist Men’s Lenten Breakfast Series

April 5 Aldersgate UMC – Special Conference-wide Men’s
Lenten Breakfast with former congressman, Bill
Goodling, speaking. Tickets required ($4.00)
See Barry Barbush before April 1st.
April 12 Bethany UMC, Mt. Rose Ave & Ogontz Street, York
April 19 Fourth UMC, 1067 East Market St., York

Breakfasts begin promptly at 7:30 am and conclude at 8:30 am.

Posted 6:24 PM by Vickie

York Urban Alliance
Sunday Evening Lenten Services – 2003

April 6 Zion U.M. Church, “The Discipline of Fasting”
Speaker: Rev. Jody Link
April 13 Aldersgate U.M. Church, “The Discipline of Generosity”
Speaker: District Superintendent Rev. Dan Dennis

All services begin at 7:00 pm .

Posted 6:21 PM by Vickie
Sonrise!

April 20th - 6:30 am We will gather to celebrate the “Sonrise” followed by breakfast and then our regular Sunday Schedule for Easter services at 8:00, 8:30 and 10:30 am.

Posted 6:18 PM by Vickie
The Upper Room...

April 17th – 7:00 pm Fellowship Hall will be transformed into Jerusalem’s “Upper Room” as we witness and share in the “Living Last Supper” bright to life by 13 guys from Aldersgate portraying Jesus and the disciples. What an inspiring communion service this Maundy Thursday promises to be!

Posted 3:22 PM by Vickie
2003 HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATES

Members of the graduating class of 2003 -- The Barbara A. Gable Memorial Youth Scholarship is available to you. Anyone who plans to enroll in a certified program of higher learning is eligible to apply.

If you are an active member of Aldersgate Church, please pick up an application and check out the criteria for selection for the scholarship award. Please see Dr. Robert Davis or someone in the church office for your copy of the application.

Completed applications must be into the church office by the first Sunday of April (April 6, 2003). For additional information, please contact the church office.

Posted 3:16 PM by Vickie
DISCOUNTED HERSHEYPARK TICKETS
SUMMER 2003

If you're planning to visit Herheypark this year, you can save a significant amount by ordering tickets in advance through a group order here at the church.

Regular Admission Group Rate Savings
Age 9 -- 54 $35,95 $20.25 $15.70
Age 3 -- 8 $19.95 $16.95 $ 3.00
Age 55+ $19.95 $17.95 $ 2.00
Age 70+ $15.95

Not only will this group order save money for you, but the church will earn about $20.00 for every 10 tickets ordered.
The tickets may be used any day during the 2003 season that runs from Memorial Day through Labor Day plus some weekends in May and September.
To order tickets for your family or friends, complete the form at the bottom of this page and return with a CHECK made payable to Dot Miller by April 15th. Ticket should arrive by early May.
If you have further questions, contact Dot Miller (717-235-7213) 1803 Glen Rock Road, Glen Rock, PA 17327, or leave a note in her church mailbox.

Name _____________________________________________________

Address ___________________________________________________

Phone ________________________

Number of tickets: Age 9-54 ________ x$20.25 = ____________

Age 3 -- 8 ________x $16.95 =_____________

Age 55 -- 69 ________x $17.95 = ____________

Age 70+ ________x $15.95=_____________

Posted 3:14 PM by Vickie
Our church kitchen is in need of a shower! Yes, it does really need a good housecleaning, but it also needs replenishment of some linens and things. We will gratefully accept donations of terry drying towels and hot pads. New ones please -- if they are too worn for your kitchen, they're too worn for our church kitchen also! Oh, and if anyone is interested in helping with the housecleaning, please give your name to Sherry in the office. And if anyone is kind enough to clean the stoves/ovens (and they really, really need it), you will be well rewarded!

Posted 3:12 PM by Vickie
Thank you to all those who have purchased our new Aldersgate cookbooks. We hope you have tried and enjoyed some new recipes! There remain about 150 copies to be sold (from our original order of 600 books). Remember this fund-raiser is benefiting the Shepherd's Call Debt Reduction fund. Additional copies can be purchased in the church office. Thanks again!

Posted 3:09 PM by Vickie
Contemporary worship support is needed. Can you help in any of the following ministry areas?

-Chair Set-up Teams (now forming)
-Audio-Visuals (Sound system &
Power Point - training available!)
-Instrumentalists (Violin, sax, other)

Contact Bob Huska or Pastor Kris-
Ann to minister in any of these
areas.

Posted 3:06 PM by Vickie
Flowers for Easter

The Worship Team is offering Lilies, Tulips, Hyacinths and Azaleas to be placed in our worship spaces in celebration of Jesus' resurrection and victory over death! Flowers may be placed to the Glory of God, or in Memory of Honor of family and friends. As an alternate choice, donations may be made to the Hunger Fund of the United Methodist Church.

Orders must be received in the church office by Monday, March 31st.
Full payment must accompany your order. Thank you!

Flowers will be placed in the church for Easter Worship, April 20th.

____________Lilies at $7.50 each

____________ 3 Bloom Hyacinth at $7.25 each

____________ 6 Bloom Tulip at $7.25 each

____________ Azalea, 6 inch pot at $10.75 each

In lieu of a flower, I prefer to donate

This is to be presented in the following manner:

In Loving Memory of: ____________________________________

In Honor of: ___________________________________________

Placed by: ____________________________________________

Worship location: ________Fellowship Hall ________Sanctuary

Posted 3:04 PM by Vickie

LOBBY DISPLAY CASE

Be sure to take a look at the display case in the west lobby each month to see the feature of the month. February highlighted our Aldersgate Cub Pack #180, while March will feature our Girl Scouts. The Worship and Music Team will present the April display. There is a tentative schedule in place for the year, however if anyone or group would like to provide a display, please contact JoAnn Gifford at 741-3351.

Posted 3:02 PM by Vickie
SPECIAL THANKS to Pastor Dale for his outstanding presentation of the H.U.G.E. (Host/Hostess-Usher-Greeter-Escort) Ministry Team training modules on January 19th and 26th. Fifty-five people participated in the training and they will serve as the starting pool for selecting greeters and ushers. If you missed these sessions, please call Sue Cathcart (741-3938) for Greeters or Don Miller (235-7213) for Ushers. They will schedule you for the next training opportunity.

Posted 3:01 PM by Vickie
A.R.F SURVEY RESULTS
We received 45 responses to the survey. Seventeen of the respondents have no interest in ARF. Based on the 28 positive responses, we have determined that there is a potential to reach about 100 people. The data suggests that there should be monthly, rather than weekly, home-cooked meals on a Wednesday evening. Dinner should be served and cleaned up between 6:00 and 7:00 PM followed by optional small study groups following the meal, with clean-up and conclusion by 8:00 PM. There are many folks who expressed a willingness to help with the work. Before we can implement the new format, we need a person to serve as the Leader of this Ministry Team. If you have a passion to lead this work, please call Bob Hammen at 246-9472 or Rosemary Herbert at 854-4276.

Posted 2:52 PM by Vickie
Library News!

LIBRARY NEWS

Our shelves are overflowing with new books! The donations received at Christmas were used to purchase several books, CDs, DVDs, and videos. Donations to the library are greatly appreciated -- your gifts enable our library to grow. Parenting, spirituality, Christian counseling, and self-help are topics of some of the new books. Take a few minutes and visit the library, browse through the shelves -- you’re sure to find something to meet your reading needs.

Adult Interest
Women's Intuition -- novel Jayber Crow -- Novel
The Healing Quilt -- novel Sophie's Heart -- novel
Girl in Hyacinth Blue -- novel In This Mountain -- Jan Karon novel
The Prize Winner of Defiance Ohio -- How my Mother Raised 10 kids in 25 Words of less
Let's Roll -- Ordinary People, Extraordinary Courage -- Lisa Beamer
Expect the Unexpected or You Won't Find It
When God and Cancer Meet -- local author, Lynn Eib
A Whack on the Side of the Head
Winter -- A Spiritual Biography of the Season
Cross Creek The Shaping of a Life
A Love So Big -- Anchoring Your Child to the Heart of God
A Love Worth Giving Four Souls
Amazing Grace -- The Story of America's Most Beloved Hymn
Abraham -- A Journey to the Heart of Three Faiths
The Love Languages of God
Abner's Story -- local author, Louise M.Coffman
Sometimes I Wake Up Grumpy and Sometimes I Let Him Sleep (large print)
On the Anvil -- large print
Katherine Graham -- Personal History
Too Busy Not to Pray
Becoming a Contagious Christian
Raising Faithful Kids in a Fast Paced Society
A Long Way From Home -- Growing Up in the American Heartland -- Tom Brokaw
Preaching Biblical Wisdom in a Self-Help World - Alyce McKenzie,(former Aldersgate pastor, daughter-in-law of Doris & Paul McKenzie)
Competent Christian Counseling

Elsie Dinsmore -- A Life of Faith - Series
Elsie's Girlhood Elsie's Womanhood
Elsie's Motherhood Elsie's Children
Young Women of Faith- Series
Rough and Rugged Lily Lily Speaks
The Values and Virtues Book The Body Book
The Best Bash Book The It's My Life Book
The Beauty Book

Children's Books
Noah, Build Your Boat The Other Side
Daisy Comes Home Hermie -- A Common Caterpillar
Jonah -- Veggie Tale An Angel's Story
To Hear the Angels Sing Who Was Born This Special Day?
I Love You More Just Like Mama
Papa's Gift The Nightingale -- Hans Christian Anderson

CDs
A Christmas to Remember -- Amy Grant A Bowl of Merry
A Very Veggie Christmas Then Sings My Soul

DVDs
The Star of Christmas -- Veggie Tale
The Toy That Saved Christmas- Veggie Tale

Video
The End of Silliness

Posted 2:42 PM by Vickie
Youth Group News

We want to thank all of our Aldersgate Family who have supported us in both our Aldersgate Apparel Sale and in our Youth Coffeehouse (Footprintz) programs. It shows us all how a family of God can work together to support and care for each other! There are a few items of apparel left and we would appreciate selling all to realize a full profit. Call Lona Mitchell at 741-3951. Thank you and God bless.

Posted 2:39 PM by Vickie
"Oh that you would bless me indeed..."

The Beech Tree Spiritual Players are proud to present "The Prayer of Jabez" (A Contemporary Youth Musical) on Saturday, March 1st at 7:00 pm and Sunday, March 2nd at 2:00 pm. Tickets are on sale in the West Lobby (Adults - $5.00/ Students $3.00) Tickets also available at the door.

The music is awesome and the message is powerful! Come join us and "...enlarge your territory..."!

Posted 2:37 PM by Vickie
SMALL GROUP LEADERSHIP TRAINING

Small groups are very valuable to Aldersgate and the number of small groups is growing. They give Christians opportunities to invite neighbors, co-workers, friends or relatives to a place other than church and to introduce them to Jesus Christ. No one is more vital to the success of our small group ministry than its leaders. This training will help you develop communication skills and identify your leadership style for maximum effectiveness. To support this ministry, Aldersgate is offering training to those who are leading and those who want to lead a small group.

Training is scheduled for April 11 & 12. On Friday evening we will meet from 6:30 top 9:30 and again on Saturday from 8:30 am to 3:0 pm. If you are interested, please contact Jim Stambaugh at 854-7014.

Posted 2:35 PM by Vickie
"TURN AROUND" -- 2003 SUMMER CAMP

Camping materials have arrived and there are wonderful camping opportunities at all our conference camps. Aldersgate Church is able to provide ½ the camping fee for children and youth who are members or who regularly attend church school and worship here. Please bring your camp registrations to the office early for best selection of camp dates.

Posted 2:33 PM by Vickie
CHILDREN'S CELEBRATION
APRIL 6, 2003, 9:30 AM
FELLOWSHIP HALL

Please join us April 6 during Sunday School for a presentation by the children of our church. They will show a small portion of what they are doing in Sunday School with songs, recitation, finger plays and more. There will be an open house of the children's Sunday school rooms after the presentation to you to browse and have refreshments. Please come and show your support of our great Sunday School program.

Posted 2:30 PM by Vickie
DO YOU NEED A LITTLE JOY IN YOUR LIFE?

A fantastic opportunity awaits you working with three and four-year old children or Kindergarten through second grade youngsters during Discovery Hour. This is a neat way to have a bit of fun (in church?!) and reinforce Biblical knowledge with young children. See Joyce Dore (741-2323) or Peggy Morgan (854-3240) for more info.

Posted 2:29 PM by Vickie
Vacation Bible School

Vacation Bible School for 2003 will be July 14 -- 18 from 9:30 to 11:30 am. Please be in prayer as to where you can help in this ministry. We will be looking for teachers, craft people, snack crew, recreation leaders and lots of other helpers. See Janet Hippensteel or Julie Groff with questions or offers of help.

Posted 2:15 PM by Vickie
Merry Makers invites YOU to participate in
The Annual Merry Makers Auction

March 24, 2003 6:30 PM in Fellowship Hall
(Please note this is one month earlier than usual)

We invite you to contribute items and services to the auction.

Please complete this form and place in the mailbox of Ginny Potter or Dick and Betty Lacy. Questions? Please call Potters @ 843-2041 or Lacy's at 764-1767. We'll accept all saleable (and what isn't??) items.

YOUR NAME YOUR CONTRIBUTION

______________ _____________________

Plan to join us for dinner (pot-luck), enjoy the fellowship, participate in friendly bidding, and ... have fun!!!!!

Call Judy McGlynn at 792-3313 to place your reservation

Contact businesses you patronize for gifts, gift certificates or services.

Services you could provide: Painting, lawn mowing, car washing

Gifts of yourself -- items you make, bake, offer: dinner parties, fudge, pies, needlework, woodworking, etc.

Use your imagination -- what can you dream up?

After you come up with your wonderful donations, please be sure to attend the auction and join in the fun, bidding on the offerings of others! See YOU on March 21st!

Posted 2:12 PM by Vickie
Elder Care

Do you worry about your elderly mother or a frail loved one while you are out-of-town? Would you feel better just knowing that an Aldersgate friend was checking in on them with a daily phone call while you are away? If you share this need, please contact Nancy Davis (741-1403) or see Rosemary Herbert in the church office.

Posted 2:10 PM by Vickie
Easter Baskets for Homebound Members

Your help is needed once again to provide an Easter gift for each of our homebound members. Please look for the purple donation basket and drop in your gifts of cards, stationary, pens, stamps, toiletries (soaps, lotions, etc.) small devotional booklets, seasonal figures, candies, etc.
You might prefer to give a few dollars toward the purchase of small annual flowers which really brighten the baskets as well as the faces of the recipients! Please see Sherry Smith with questions or donations.

Posted 2:08 PM by Vickie
SAVE BIG WITH OUR CAR WASH COUPON FUNDRAISER!!!

The church softball team will sell Car Wash coupons on two dates only -- Sunday March 2nd and Sunday, March 9th, from 9:30 am to Noon in the West Lobby. The coupons are for Cloister Car Wash and sell for about 25% off face value. Coupons are good through October 2003.

Posted 2:07 PM by Vickie
Softball Organizational Meeting
Please plan to attend this organizational meeting on Sunday, March 9th from 6:30 to 7:30 pm in the Church Library. We anticipate fielding at least one Junior Softball Team and one Adult Softball Team this year. If you or anyone you know is interested in playing, we want to hear from you. Please call Ron Snyder (854-2264) or Bill Rost (845-1319) for more information.

Posted 2:05 PM by Vickie
Celebrate the Mission and Ministry to:
MALAWI

A gathering to say "Thank you" for all that you have done to support Mission and Ministry in "The Warm Heart of Africa"

On Saturday, March 29th, from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm individuals and congregation members who have supported the work and mission to Malawi, Central Africa, are invited to join in a time of celebration and thanksgiving. Speaker Florence Krieger, a dedicated layperson from the Wyoming Conference who has traveled to Malawi since 1992, will give an inspiring update on the work currently underway in that country.

The celebration will be held here at Aldersgate and will include a light lunch. Please RSVP by March 29th the number attending to Phyllis M. Bowers, 428-2689 (pmbowers@netrax.net) or Rev. Barbara Kaetzel-Row, 246-1570 (kaetzel-row@suscom.net.

Posted 2:04 PM by Vickie
United Methodist Women

Thursday, March 6, 2003
12:00 Noon to 2:00 pm
in the church Library

Service of Prayer and Self-Denial Luncheon
Hostesses: Helen Van Loon, Marlasee Douts

Kathy Harvey will present a program on Mexico

ALL Women of Aldersgate are most welcome to attend!

February 10th volunteers for Normandie Ridge:
Betty Schoaff and Treva Henny

Posted 2:01 PM by Vickie
Special Invitation
To
All Aldersgate United Methodist Men

The pleasure of your company is requested at the United Methodist Men's Group Dinner Meeting
Thursday, March 13, 2003
5:45 pm in the Aldersgate Library

R.S.V.P. Brian Sterner, 792-2422
Or sign up on the UM Men Bulletin Board

Posted 1:59 PM by Vickie
Women of Faith Conference

Mark your calendars now for the Women of Faith Conference, "Great Adventure", coming to Washington, D.C. June 27th & 28th. Several women in the congregation have attended in the past and it is truly a fun and inspiring event that renews the Spirit. Brochures are available in both lobbies. Let's go as a group and have some fun praising God together! See Rosemary for details.

Posted 1:57 PM by Vickie
THE BIBLE AND YOU -- GETTING STARTED

Need help getting "into the Word"? Join us for The Bible and You -- Getting Started: An introduction and overview of the most influential book in human history in easy-to-understand language. Whether you're new or have been in the church for years, this class is designed to help and inspire you to get into God's Word in fellowship with others. The 12 week study will begin Wednesday, March 12th from 7:00 -- 8:30 pm in Room 16. Contact Rosemary Herbert at 854-4276 by March 2nd to register or for more information.

Posted 1:53 PM by Vickie
Current Armed Forces Listing of Aldersgate friends and family

James Cunningham (son of Rick & Jeanne Cunningham)Tim Davis (son of Bob & Pat Davis),Wade DeWitt (cousin of Joanne Gifford), Mark Donohue (friend of Julia Hubbard), Christopher Duffy (nephew of Roy & Chris Hubbard). Jeremy Heilman, (friend of Matthew Hubbard), Julia Hubbard (daughter of Roy & Chris Hubbard), Matthew Hubbard (son of Roy & Chris Hubbard, Kevin Kauffman, David Maenner (son of Jerry & Donna Maenner), Matthew Runk (Beth Sterner), Joshua Taylor,
Jeff Lander (Fiance of Shannon Whitmore), of Sh, Richard Amott, Brent Worley, David Buckley, and Dan Rearick (nephew of Holly Barbush), Joel Dull, Jared Rudacille, Clint Montoro

Please continue to remember in prayer these Aldersgate family and friends who served in our Armed Forces.

Posted 1:50 PM by Vickie
Big News!

Have you made your appointment yet to be photographed for our newest edition of the Aldersgate Pictorial Directory? If you haven't, please check out the table in the West Lobby on Sunday mornings or call Rosemary Herbert in the church office, 854-4276. Photography dates are April 1 -- 5 and May 1-- 3 right here at Aldersgate and we want everyone -- members and friends -- to be pictured in this new family directory.

Photos of military personnel are needed for a special tribute in the new photo directory. Please forward 4 x 6 glossy photo to Rosemary
by early April.

Posted 1:47 PM by Vickie
Mission Moments
In addition to our on-going missions in Malihambe, Ghana, Bethel and Red Bird, several new possibilities were explored at the February meeting of the Commission on Missions. Right now, many of Aldersgate's people are assisting York's Helping Hands for the Homeless as well as our on-going outreach to Bell Shelter, The WELL, Our Daily Bread soup kitchen, etd. In July 2004 Aldersgate will again send a team of 25 -- 30 adults and youth (9th grade and above) to Red Bird Mission in Kentucky. New possibilities include summer work projects for youth, a trip to Haiti with other churches, Helping at the Children's Home in Mechanicsburg, Logus Academy, helping at Mt Pisgah UMC, Mission Central and others. Got some ideas? Join us at our next meeting, Tuesday, April 15th in the Parlor, or place a note in Bob Davis' mailbox.

Posted 1:44 PM by Vickie
Blood Donations

Aldersgate will continue to participate in the Blood Donor Program at Wellspan Health. Donors are asked to call the Donor Center at 741-8307 to schedule appointments. Walks-ins are welcome, but it is more efficient for the donor and the center if appointments are scheduled. You may schedule on any day that suits your schedule. Aldersgate will continue to schedule drives at the center if you like the fellowship of donating with others. Our goal in 2003 is 130 donations. We met this in 2002 thanks to you!

Aldersgate Donation Dates
Monday, March 3rd Monday, April 28th Monday, June 23rd
Monday, August 18th Monday, October 13th Monday, December 8th

Hours at the Donor Center at Apple Hill, Suite 198 are Noon to 7:00 pm

Posted 1:41 PM by Vickie
News from The WELL

Suggested donations to The WELL for the month of March are

Laundry Supplies & Cleaning Products.

As always, these are only suggestions and other items to stock the shelves are always welcome. The WELL sends a "Thank you" to the donor of the box full of items for their Bed and Bath warehouse.

For the calendar year 2002, the WELL served 1,956 families or a total of 6,112 individuals. Aldersgate donated a total of 1,869 pounds (nearly one ton!) of food and personal care items during 2002.

The WELL continues to have a need for a volunteer (or volunteers) with a covered pickup truck, SUV or a van to handle pick up of baked goods from the Weis Markets at West Manchester Mall and at White Street in West York each weekday morning around 8:00 or 8:30 am. And delivery to the WELL. If you can help, please call Marge, Director of The WELL, at 852-7345 between 9:00 am and 1:30 pm.

Posted 1:39 PM by Vickie
Helping Hands...

On Saturday, April 5, 2003, Aldersgate Church will be feeding the homeless in York through HELPING HANDS OF York. Everyone"s help is being sought to help feed the 350 people that stand in line at the three outdoor distribution stops. We not only provide a hot meal, but also a brown-bag lunch for the next day.

We will be preparing lasagna as the main course beginning at noon and be ready to take to the road by 4:00 pm. Hopefully we will be finished by 7:00 pm. Many hands are needed to help with the cooking, serving and clean-up. Please look for sign-up sheets posted in the church building and add your name to help.

If you have never before participated in a soup kitchen program, this is an excellent opportunity to experience the joy of serving. Our Lord challenges us to honor him by our service to those in need. During this season of Lent, you may wish to donate a few hours of your time as an exercise in self-denial. You will be both humbled and blessed by this experience.

Should this particular time not fit our calendar, you may still help by donating home-baked cookies for the lunch bags or make a monetary contribution to help cover expenses to provide the meal. To make a contribution, please contact Bob Witmyer (840-8871). Your help is needed to make this service project a reality for our community.

Hope to see you here on April 5th. If this date is not good for you, two additional opportunities for feeding the homeless are scheduled for July.
19 and October 11.

Posted 1:35 PM by Vickie
Spiritual Gifts Class

Begins March 9th and concludes April 13, 2003.

These classes are especially designed for people who are looking for meaningful Christian service at Aldersgate. Through group discussion, stimulating exercises, and one-on one consultation you will discover a special ministry where you can share your gifts, talents, and interests.

The class is for people who...

have just become members at Aldersgate
or
are looking for a ministry in which to serve for the first time
or
feel called into service but are unsure where
or
would like to change to a new ministry but are unsure where.

"Find Your Fit" at Aldersgate!

To enroll, call the church at 854-4276 or Libbet Bowman at 845-1179

Posted 1:31 PM by Vickie
Preschool News

When I think of March I think "green." Of course St. Patrick's Day and the
little leprechauns give us a "Green Day," but also the greenness of budding trees and sprouting grass. There is a feeling of renewal, an appreciation of being alive and enjoying God's gifts.

During March our children learn about the solar system--how the planets, the sun and the stars play a part in our daily lives. Jerri Jones from the York County Recreation Department will visit and show our preschoolers an easy way to remember the planets. The segment concludes with a field trip to the planetarium at the North Museum.

This year we are very fortunate to have some Aldersgate high school students visit our preschool and share their musical talents with us. What a treat for our ears that day will be! Join us on March 13 and bring your instruments.

"When you wish upon a star...makes no difference where you are..."

Our preschool wish list: orange juice cans, large oatmeal containers and
prayers.

Happy Spring

Pat Moeller, Director

Posted 1:26 PM by Vickie
York Urban Alliance
United Methodist Men's Lenten Breakfast Series

March 8* Trinity UMC, 241 East King Street, York
March 15 Asbury UMC, 340 East Market Street, York
March 22 Yorkshire UMC, 125 Edgewood Road, York
March 29 Messiah UMC, N. Beaver St. & Ninth Avenue, York
April 5 Aldersgate UMC -- Special Conference-wide Men's
Lenten Breakfast with former congressman, Bill
Goodling, speaking. Tickets required ($4.00)
Call Bob Wolfgang@ 843-5536 for tickets.
April 12 Bethany UMC, Mt. Rose Ave & Ogontz Street,York
April 19 Fourth UMC, 1067 East Market St., York

* Communion will be celebrated
Breakfasts begin promptly at 7:30 am and conclude at 8:30 am.

Posted 1:21 PM by Vickie
York Urban Alliance
Sunday Evening Lenten Services -- 2003

March 9 Otterbein U.M. Church, "The Discipline of Biblical Study"
Speaker: Bishop Neil L. Irons
March 16 Yorkshire U.M. Church, "The Discipline of Prayer"
Speaker: Rev. Glenn Dietrich
March 23 St. Paul U.M. Church, "The Disciple of Confession &
Repentance", Speaker: Rev. Dr. Russ Hart
March 30 Fourth U.M. Church, "The Discipline of Service"
Speaker: Mr. Byron Borger
April 6 Zion U.M. Church, "The Discipline of Fasting"
Speaker: Rev. Jody Link
April 13 Aldersgate U.M. Church, "The Discipline of Generosity"
Speaker: District Superintendent Rev. Dan Dennis

All services begin at 7:00 pm, present excellent speakers and are great way to worship with friends and acquaintances from sister churches .

Posted 6:29 AM by Vickie
Spiritual Gifts Classes begin March 9th and conclude April 13, 2003.

These classes are especially designed for people who are looking for meaningful Christian service at Aldersgate. Through group discussion, stimulating exercises, and one-on one consultation you will discover a special ministry where you can share your gifts, talents, and interests.

The class is for people who&.

have just become members at Aldersgate
or
are looking for a ministry in which to serve for the first time
or
feel called into service but are unsure where
or
would like to change to a new ministry but are unsure where.

"Find Your Fit" at Aldersgate!

To enroll, call the church at 854-4276 or Libbet Bowman at 845-1179

Posted 6:28 AM by Vickie
Suggested donations to The WELL for the month of February are Personal
Care Items, Toothpaste, Shampoo, Soap, etc. As always, these are only
suggestions and other items to stock the shelves are always welcome. The
WELL also has a Bed and Bath warehouse, and can use donations of good,
used, serviceable household items such as dishes, cookware, cooking
utensils, curtains, silverware and similar items.

The WELL prepared and distributed 63 Christmas Baskets, which included
a turkey and all the trimmings. In addition, The WELL provided food or
services to 524 persons during Christmas week.

During the month of December, Aldersgate donated 134 pounds of food and
other items.

The WELL continues to have a need for a volunteer (or volunteers) with a
covered pickup truck, SUV or a van to handle pick up and delivery of
various items, either on a regular basis or on call. If you can help,
please call Marge, Director of The WELL, at 852-7345.

Posted 6:28 AM by Vickie
Helping Hands Opportunities

In December many of you were involved with our project of feeding the
homeless and needy in downtown York. It was a worthwhile experience for
all of us involved. Many of you have asked to be involved if we do this
again - here is your opportunity! I have committed to do this three
times in 2003: April 5, July 19 and October 11 (all Saturdays). I will
be asking for help in planning the meals, shopping and food preparation.
We will need another team to serve at three downtown locations. I will
post a list of food items needed once menus are planned. Monetary
donations will be appreciated as well. In December we had over 100
people involved in one way or another. Please mark one of these dates on
your calendar and watch for specific details. Call Bonnie Young
(741-6780) with any questions or to volunteer.

Posted 6:27 AM by Vickie
CONGRATULATIONS ALDERSGATE! You have filled an ark with many animals
for Heifer Project International. Heifer provides animals as well as
instruction in their care to people in more than 125 countries who need
a helping hand. A gift of livestock helps many families become
self-sufficient as the livestock multiplies and even allows those
families to help others in need when they themselves share some of the
offspring!

Posted 6:26 AM by Vickie
February will be the month for attending "The 4 Laws of Effective
Outreach" in Harrisburg. A re-cap class of this awesome seminar will be
coming soon. The class will include Creating an identify for Outreach,
Attracting Visitors by Communicating our Identity, Connecting Attenders
to Our Church and Equipping Members to be Inviters. If this sounds
interesting to you, please contact Linda Gilgore at 755-6069 or
ling873@earthlink.net.

Posted 6:25 AM by Vickie
Current List of Aldersgate friends and family serving in the Armed Forces:

James Cunningham (son of Rick & Jeanne Cunningham)Tim Davis (son of Bob
& Pat Davis),Wade DeWitt (nephew of Joanne Gifford), Mark Donohue
(friend of Julia Hubbard), Christopher Duffy (nephew of Roy & Chris
Hubbard). Jeremy Heilman, (friend of Matthew Hubbard), Julia Hubbard
(daughter of Roy & Chris Hubbard), Matthew Hubbard (son of Roy & Chris
Hubbard, Kevin Kauffman, David Maenner (son of Jerry & Donna Maenner),
Matthew Runk (Beth Sterner), Joshua Taylor,
Jeff Lander, Richard Amott, Brent Worley, David Buckley, and Dan Rearick
(nephew of Holly Barbush)

Please keep these folks in your prayers!

Posted 6:25 AM by Vickie
Meals Ministry --

Our Meals Ministry is still in need of volunteers. If you would like to
help or have questions, please call Barb Myers at 246-9923.

The purpose of the Meals Ministry is to deliver one or two prepared
meals to the home of someone with a new baby, someone who has an
illness/hospitalization, or someone who recently lost a family member.
You would only need to make a casserole and deliver it to the home. In
some cases, if you can prepare a meal, but cannot deliver it, someone
else may be able to take care of delivery. Our goal is to deliver two
meals for each family in need and have enough volunteers on the list
that each volunteer would only need to work every 2 - 3 months.

If you know of a family that has recently welcomed a new baby, had an
illness or hospitalization, or experiences the death of a loved one,
please call Barb Myers or give the name and address to Sherry in the
church office. Thank you and God Bless!

Posted 6:23 AM by Vickie
Fifty Nifties

Anyone and everyone over the age of fifty is welcome to join in the
fellowship this group provides. Meeting this month is Thursday,
February 13th at 11:30 a.m. in Fellowship Hall. Please bring a covered
dish to share, your own place setting and come prepared to enjoy a
pre-valentine luncheon with friends. Please call Emory Funk at 852-7504
with any questions.

Posted 6:23 AM by Vickie
Merry Makers

The February meeting of Merry Makers is scheduled for Friday, February
21st beginning at 6:30 p.m. in Fellowship Hall. Dinner will be followed
by a fun and relaxing Game Night! If you have a favorite game, bring
it along!!! Please call the McGlynn's at 792-3313 or the Lacy's at
764-1767 if you are not currently on a call list and would like to join
us for an evening of fun and fellowship. The cost is $3.00 per person.
Bring your own place setting.

Posted 6:20 AM by Vickie
Talent and Fun Auction

Please note: The Talent and Fun Auction will be held in March rather
than April this year, so start thinking about what you would like to
donate to be auctioned off! More information will be coming in the
near future.

Posted 6:19 AM by Vickie
WANTED: All United Methodist Men

All United Methodist men are wanted for a time of fellowship and good food!

On the second Thursday evening of each month, the men of Aldersgate gather in the church library for an informal dinner and for a time of fellowship where they explore ways they can contribute their talents to the mission of Aldersgate Church.
Did you know that in 2002, our UMM group raised over $30,000 and lead the way with many of their fellow Aldersgate family members to renovate a Habitat home on York? They are developing plans for other projects for 2003. Some activities on the schedule for this year are a Lenten breakfast, a Mother-Daughter banquet, chicken barbecue, informative speakers at the monthly meetings and many other varied events.

Myth: There is an age requirement to be part of the UMM group.
Fact: UMM welcomes men of all ages to share with them.

So with that all cleared up, mark you calendar for the next meeting Thursday February 13, 2002 at 5:45 PM in the Church library. Sign up on the UMM bulletin board located on the wall a few feet from the office or call Brian Sterner at 792-2422. See you on February 13th!

Posted 6:19 AM by Vickie
Singles Ministry

There is now a Singles Ministry at Aldersgate. If you are in your 20s,
30s or 40s, there is an opportunity to meet with other singles from 7:00
to 9:00 p.m. on Sunday evenings in Room 127. Weekly, a time of
fellowship and Bible study is enjoyed. Periodically, social events are
being planned. The next social event is January 31st when the group
will go to the Macaroni Room restaurant in Maryland. Come join us!
Questions? Please call Chris Lauer at 741-2417.

Posted 6:18 AM by Vickie
Capon Springs Retreat

We are in the early stages of planning our 2nd annual retreat to Capon
Springs, West Virginia. If you were with us last spring, you know what
a good time we had. If you were not with us, here is your opportunity

We have set June 1 through June 3, 2003 for our next retreat. So mark
your calendars! For more information, or to make a reservation, please
call Bonnie Young or Merv Regener.

Posted 6:16 AM by Vickie
New Ministry Ideas?

We are excited to have new members to vision what God has for us to do.
They are a valuable part of our team.

Do you have a dream of a new ministry that God has encouraged you to do?
If you do, please contact Pat Bollinger to discuss how we can develop
your vision.

We have lot of programs going on. If you have an interest, please let
the following people know of your interest in their area:

Youth - Alesia Fritts
Disciple - Cathy Jacobs
Children's Sunday School Peggy Morgan or Joyce Dore
Adult Sunday School - Dave Yoder
Stewardship - Denny Cathcart
Small Group Study - Jim Stambaugh
Spiritual Gifts - Libbet Bowman
Vacation Bible School - Janet Hippensteel and Julie Groff

There are also many other programs in which you can become involved. Let
me, Pat Bollinger, know if you have a desire to help.

Posted 6:13 AM by Vickie
30 Hour Famine

The youth of Aldersgate will join with youth from three other area
churches beginning Friday, February 21st and continuing through the
22nd, going 30 hours with no food. During this time they ask for your
prayer support to keep them strong as they fellowship and participate in
service activities.

Posted 6:13 AM by Vickie
Creation 2003

2003 promises to be a very special year in the long history of the
Creation Festival. This is not just for youth!

The program starts each day at 9 a.m. in the main arena with worship and
the packed program does not stop until 11:30 p.m. on main stage, and 1
am at the late night clubs.

Creation is much more than just a music festival! The Word of God is
honored at Creation. The goal is for lives to be changed to the Glory of
God!

This year Creation is blessed to have what is possibly the best lineup
of modern worship bands ever. In addition to such obvious choices like
the Newsboys, Third Day and Michael W. Smith, there are also some
surprises. You can see the whole lineup at http://www.creationfest.com

There is no way to cover everything in this short article. Please go to
the website for more information.

Join us in praying for Creation 2003, that God would be glorified by
this event and that many lives will be saved and restored. That is what
Creation is all about - changed lives!

Tickets: $68 due by Jan 30th* (Tickets prices for young children
accompanied by their parents are significantly lower.)
Food: $50 due in May
* Tickets can be purchased after this date, but at a higher cost.

Please let me know soon if you are planning on joining us for this
unbelievable experience.
Alesia Fritts - Coordinator of Youth Ministries
717-741-9289 or alesia@frittsmedia.com

Posted 6:11 AM by Vickie
Confirmation Class

Confirmation classes (for youth grades 7-12) will begin on February 2nd
and will continue for 13 sessions ending with confirmation on Pentecost
Sunday, June 8th. Parents are required to attend this first gathering.

If your youth is interested in participating and you have not received
an information letter with registration form, please call the church
office at 854-4276 or note it on your communicator card during morning
worship.

Posted 6:10 AM by Vickie
Winter's Paradise

Would you enjoy an evening out - a fine dinner served to you at a very
reasonable cost, dinner music and dancing following dinner? Would you
enjoy it even more if lots of your friends could also have dinner with you?

Then come to Winter's Paradise on Saturday, February 15th, right here
in Fellowship Hall! The Senior High Youth are sponsoring this event for
adults of all ages. Tickets are just $10.00 each and include a full
dinner and music provided by our DJ - playing the songs YOU want to
hear! If you get your tickets early, be sure to give us those favorite
songs so they can be included. On site child care is also available
(children should be fed prior to your arrival) but you must pre-register
in ensure adequate staffing. Tickets are available Sunday mornings in
the West Lobby and will be sold through Sunday, February 9th. Tickets
can also be purchased by calling the church office. The Menu includes,
Fresh fruit cup, your choice of Honey Ginger Chicken or Cranberry Onion
Pork, Baked Potato, Winter Salad, Green Beans, Assorted Breads, Your
choice of cakes and beverages.

Posted 6:08 AM by Vickie
2003 High School Graduates

Members of the graduating class of 2003 - The Barbara A. Gable Memorial
Youth Scholarship is available to you. Anyone who plans to enroll in a
certified program of higher learning is eligible to apply.

If you are an active member of Aldersgate Church, please pick up an
application and check out the criteria for selection for the scholarship
award. Please see Dr. Robert Davis or someone in the church office for
your copy of the application.

Completed applications must be into the church office by the first
Sunday of April (April 6, 2003). For additional information, please
contact the church office.

Posted 5:51 PM by Vickie
Posted on behalf of Bill and Terry Rost...

Our nine-year-old son Robby has an autistic spectrum disorder. On
January 27, 1997, when he was almost 4 years old, Robby, who rarely
spoke at that time, spoke to his mother in what had to have been a
moment of unimaginable despair, sobbing out "I wanna talk." Over the
next four year in the public school system, Robby had four different
teachers, in classrooms located in four different school districts. In
February of 2992, halfway through his fourth year in the public school
system, the staff from his classrooms told us that, for weeks after he
had started class, they were not sure whether Robby had any speech at
all. It is very difficult for the public schools to focus on the
specific needs of autistic children. At the start of the 2001 school
year, there were no schools for autistic children in central
Pennsylvania. But there are hundreds of children, like Robby, in need of
just such a school.
You might remember seeing the movie "The Miracle Worker", the version
with Patty Duke as Helen Keller, the deaf and blind girl, and Anne
Bancroft an Annie Sullivan, the teacher. We remember being struck by the
difficulty of the situations portrayed in that movie. And we have
thought of our own son in many similar situations. In fact, many people
now refer to autism as a condition of "mind blindness." We have talked
at length about the similarities of the requirements for learning to
take place in such difficult situations. Helen Keller needed intensive
1-on-1 instruction, so do autistic children. Helen Keller needed a
teacher or school that could stick with her, she had Annie Sullivan.
Absent Annie Sullivan, these children need a school that can give them
the same kind of consistent dedication. That kind of school would give
them a chance to learn; even more a chance for a life where "I wanna
talk" has a chance to become "I can talk."
This school year has been great for Robby because he is attending the
Vista School, a small school whose only focus is autistic children. Mike
Jarman, the Chairman of the Board of Directors, and Donna Lefevre, the
School Director, have done a phenomenal job of creating the Vista
School. We are convinced that Vista not only fills the void of schools
for autistic children in this area, but that it is a great school in the
making. Robby has a great teacher and staff working with him in a
setting that is more consistent, more intensive, and better tailored
towards teaching autistic children than any he has had before. In Vista,
Robby finally has a school; and, for the first time in years, there is a
reason to be optimistic about Robby's future.
Within the past month, the Vista School has embarked on a fundraising
appeal, which, if successful, should go a long way towards establishing
the school. Hopefully, this Community Appeal will have the support of
many people. Please consider making a donation yourself. Brochures are
available in either vestibule, in the church office, or by calling us at
845-1319. Robby is the boy looking right at you near the center of the
cover.

Posted 5:48 PM by Vickie
Small Group Study

There is still room in the Thursday evening class that will use the book
"Traveling Light" by Max Lucado. Please see or call Colleen Mundis if
you have an interest in joining this class (it will last for 10-12
weeks). Phone: 244-9781

Posted 5:47 PM by Vickie
New Member Classes

All those who wish to become full members of Aldersgate Church are
invited to become part of the adult New Member Classes which will begin
on Sunday, January 26th at 9:30 am in the Nelda Jackson Parlor. There
will be a series of 6 classes that will culminate with your reception
into membership in the United Methodist Church on March 6th at the
worship time of your choosing. Please be sure to give a call to the
church office if you have not previously indicated your desire for
membership.

Posted 5:47 PM by Vickie
Confirmation Classes

Confirmation classes (for youth grades 7-12) will begin in February and
will end with confirmation on Pentecost Sunday, June 8th.

If your youth is interested in participating, please call the church
office at 854-4276 or note it on your communicator card during morning
worship.

Posted 5:46 PM by Vickie
Where in the world is...?

Please notify the church office if you have an address for any of the
following:

Gregory Blymire Jackie Blessing
Charles Chubb Willard Eastman
Barry Everhart David Garling
David Huber Linda Huber
Barbara Keller John, Peggy or Courtney Kerns
Todd Miller Collin Myers
Thomas Rumsey Jeffrey Sinclair
Cathy Smith Charles Veasey

Thanks for your help!

Posted 5:45 PM by Vickie
Prayer Partners

On Monday, December 2, 2002, our Prayer Partner ministry officially
started. Each Prayer Partner was assigned a day of the month to pray
for Pastors Dale and Kris-Ann, as well as the other leaders, members and
ministries of our congregation. In addition, on Sunday mornings
designated Partners will meet with the pastors for a brief time of
prayer in preparation for our three worship services. If you would
like to know more about this new intercessory prayer ministry, please
contact Betty Lacy, 764-1767, or Daune Wynn, 854-4214.

Posted 5:45 PM by Vickie
Clean-Up Crew Needed!

Your help is needed to take down Christmas greens and trees and pack
away Chrismons, candles, etc. Please, please consider a gift of your
time for this task on January 7th at 7:00 pm.

Posted 5:44 PM by Vickie
Merry Makers

The first meeting of 2003 will be on Friday, January 17th at 6:30 pm in
Fellowship Hall. Our guest for the evening will be Tom Gibbs with a
presentation on World War II. It will be an interesting evening
accompanied by good food and fellowship.

Please call the McGlynn's at 792-3313 or the Lacy's at 764-11767 if you
are not already on a call list and would like to join us.

Each individual/couple is asked to bring a covered dish to share. Main
course and beverages are provided. Cost is $3.00 per person.

Posted 5:43 PM by Vickie
Nifty Fifties

Thursday, January 9th, is the next scheduled gathering of the 50 Nifties.

Please join us in Fellowship Hall at 11:30 pm and remember to bring your
favorite covered dish as well as your own place setting.

Questions, please call Emory Funk at 852-7504 or Millie Shaull at 848-3544.

Posted 5:42 PM by Vickie
Helping Hands

If you, or anyone you know in the congregation, have been ill recently,
had a death in the family or the arrival of a new baby, please contact
Sherry in the office or call Barb Myers (246-9923) with name(s) and
address so that we might support them by delivering a meal or two.

If you would like to volunteer -- to prepare a meal, or deliver a meal
that someone else has prepared -- please call Barb. This is a new
ministry, one that Is much needed, but does not require a large time
commitment. Please consider joining our mission -- reaching out in love
with a helping hand!

Posted 5:41 PM by Vickie
Footprintz Coffee House / Youth Worship

Our Youth Ministry is having a coffee house and Youth Worship on Sunday,
Jan 5th and we would love for you to join us!

We will start with the Coffee House at 6:30 p.m. and then be led in
worship by our Youth Praise Band. We should be finished around 8:30.

We are blessed to have Higher Ground perform for us. We will also hear
the personal testimony of Zach Eyster, a senior at Dallastown. Zach has
been called to ministry and he has a lot to share with us.

All 6th through 12th graders are welcome. Bring as many friends as you
would like!

In Christ's Service,
Alesia Fritts -- Coordinator of Youth Ministries.
717-747-5567 or Alesia@frittsmedia.com

Posted 5:40 PM by Vickie
Military Outreach

Thank you to everyone who wrote a Christmas card for our military
personnel serving our country this holiday season. I know many of you
wrote or made cards and encouraged your family, friends and even schools
to join in the project. The collection box at Aldersgate gathered well
over 3,000 cards that were mailed to various locations and ships. I do
not yet have a final count as to how many cards SOAR collected and sent
out, but as of this writing, it is about 60,000. I thank all of you who
contributed toward making this a season where America's soldiers and
sailors know they have the support and prayers of those of us back home.
You have made the holidays brighter for thousands of young men and women.

As the New Year approaches, please continue praying for Aldersgate
family and friends who serve in the military all over the world. If you
have someone on Aldersgate's military prayer list, please keep me
informed of current addresses. There are folks from church who would
like to stay in touch from time to time and it is very helpful for me to
have current information. Just drop a note in the mailbox at church.
Thank you again and Happy New Year to all of you!

Chris Hubbard

Posted 5:34 PM by Vickie
Usher & Greeter Training

Because we believe that the Visitor is the most important person in our
building on Sunday morning, our Greeters and Ushers are a high priority
ministry at Aldersgate. Our ushers and greeters provide the very
important “first impression” to our visitors.

For this reason, Pastor Dale will be leading the training for our
current Ushers and Greeters and extends an invitation to anyone who may
be interested in joining one of the future teams of ushers and greeters.

There are just two sessions:
January 12th and January 19th at 9:30 am in the Nelda Jackson Room.

Posted 5:33 PM by Vickie
News from The WELL

Suggested donations to The WELL for the month of January are Laundry Supplies and Cleaning Products. As always, these are only suggestions and other items to stock the shelves are always welcome. The WELL also has a Bed and Bath warehouse, and can use donations of good, used, serviceable household items such as dishes, cookware, cooking utensils, curtains, silverware and similar items.
From the beginning of January through the end of November, 2002, The WELL served 1,751 families or a total of 5,757 persons. For Thanksgiving, The WELL prepared and distributed 41 Thanksgiving Baskets, which included a turkey and all the trimmings.
The WELL continues to be in need of someone to help with pick-up of food items. It would be preferable if the person(s) had an SUV or vehicle capable to carrying large loads. If you can assist in this area, please call Marge Ruppert at the WELL - #852-7345.

Posted 5:29 PM by Vickie
Spiritual Gifts Class

Begins March 9th and concludes April 13, 2003.

These classes are especially designed for people who are looking for meaningful Christian service at Aldersgate. Through group discussion, stimulating exercises, and one on one consultation you will discover a special ministry where you can share your gifts, talents, and interests.

The class is for people who....

have just become members at Aldersgate
or
are looking for a ministry in which to serve for the first time
or
feel called into service but are unsure where
or
would like to change to a new ministry but are unsure where.

"Find Your Fit" at Aldersgate!

To enroll, call the church at 854-4276 or Libbet Bowman at 845-1179

Posted 6:11 PM by Vickie
JC's Crew is offering Christmas Cracker Baskets as a fundraising project
for their activities throughout the coming year. The baskets are filled
with more than 24 different Lance crackers and Cookies. Each basket is
ready for easy gift giving. Please see the display baskets at the
entrances.

The baskets cost $10 each. Payment is due when baskets are picked up.

Baskets may be ordered by signing up at the displays on the available
sign-up sheets. Orders will be taken until Sunday, November 24, 2002.

Baskets will be available for pick-up on Sunday, December 15, 2002 and
Sunday, December 22, 2002 after each service. Please make checks
payable to:
Aldersgate Junior High Youth.

Thank you for your support!

Posted 6:09 PM by Vickie
A new ministry group, "Meals for Moms," will be collaborating with the Shepherding Ministry to provide meals for parents of newborns, families with hospitalized members and families experiencing a loss. Thanks to all of those who volunteered! If you or someone you know is in need of meals for any of the above-mentioned reasons, or if you would like to volunteer your services, please contact Barb Meyer at 246-9923. Let's take care of each other!! God Bless!

Posted 5:38 PM by Vickie
The Church Office
Will be closed on Thursday and Friday, November 28 & 29.

We will be checking messages frequently or you may call Sherry Smith at
428-2460 to get a message to the pastors

Posted 5:37 PM by Vickie
ADVENT BULLETINS
The Worship Committee is giving you the opportunity to sponsor special
Advent Bulletins this year. If you are interested in sponsoring a
Sunday (or more than one), please fill out the form below and return to
the church office with your payment. The cost is $40 for each week.
This covers the sponsorship for all three worship times.

I would like to sponsor Advent Bulletins for:

Sunday, December 1 _________

Sunday, December 8 __________

Sunday, December 15 __________

Sunday, December 22 __________

Presented by: ___________________________________________

In Honor of: ____________________________________________

Or
In Memory of: ___________________________________________

Posted 5:36 PM by Vickie
HANGING OF THE GREENS

Aldersgate Church will celebrate Hanging of the Greens on Sunday,
December 8th. Items needed to decorate the
various areas of the church building are listed below. Please indicate
which items you wish to sponsor and how
you would like the presentation to read. Your order, accompanied by your
payment, must be in the church office by Sunday, November 24th.
Thank you for helping prepare our church building for the Advent and
Christmas seasons.

_______ Narthex Tree (For Bell Shelter Gifts) - $60.00

_______ Fellowship Hall Tree (Contemporary Worship) - $60.00

_______ Greenery Baskets (Fellowship Hall). 2 @ $12.00 each

_______ Sanctuary Tree 2 needed - $100.00 each

_______ Holly and Ivy vases 2 needed at $12.00 each

_______ Sanctuary Door Arrangement Interior & Exterior $25.00 each

_______ Sanctuary Window Arrangement 8 needed at $15,00 each

_______Chapel Divider Arrangements 2 needed $12.00 each

_______ Interior Wreaths - 2 needed - $12.00 each

_______ Greenery Swags for Pew Candles 12 needed $ 5.00 each

_______ Wall Sconce Decorations 10 needed $ 2.00 each

_______ Exterior Door Wreaths - 10 needed $15.00 each

Presented by: ____________________________________________

In Loving Memory of: _________________________________________
Or
In Honor of: __________________________________________________________

Posted 5:34 PM by Vickie
POINSETTIAS FOR CHRISTMAS

We will again receive orders for Red Poinsettias to be placed in the
Sanctuary and Fellowship Hall
worship areas on December 15th. They may be removed after Christmas Eve
Worship.

Should you wish to order Poinsettias, please complete the form below and
return to the church office along with your payment in cash or check.
Deadline for orders is Sunday, November 24th.

Please place my order for the following:

_______Poinsettia(s) at $8.75 each $________(total) to be placed in

____________Sanctuary ____________Fellowship Hall

Presented by: ______________________________________________

In Loving Memory of: _________________________________________
Or
In Honor of: ________________________________________________

In lieu of a poinsettia, I wish to make a contribution:

In the amount of $ ________to the Hunger Fund of the United Methodist Church
Or
In the amount of $ _______to sponsor a book for the Aldersgate Library
($15.00 suggested minimum)

Presented by:______________________________________________

In Loving Memory of: ________________________________________
Or
In Honor of: ________________________________________________

Posted 5:33 PM by Vickie
If you need a ride (or know someone who does) to church on Sunday
morning, please call the church office or the Bus coordinator, Mel Neff.
All are welcome. Current service areas include York City, West York,
North to Rte 30 area, then East to Mt Zion/Edgewood Roads, South to
Leader Heights.

Need more information? call Mel Neff at 843-3226

Riders note: Please call the driver when you know you are ill and are
not to be picked up.

Posted 5:30 PM by Vickie
Garments featuring our Aldersgate logo are now available for sale to benefit Aldersgate Youth Ministries. Long-sleeved tees, hooded sweatshirts, embroidered polos and caps are for sale at great prices!

Available are:
Embroidered Items

Baseball cap: Natural one size fits most $12.00
Golf Shirt: Red Adult S.M.L.XM $12.00 XXL $14.00
Fleece Cardigan: White or Birch One size fits most - $18.0
Hooded Sweatshirt: Grey Adult: S.M.L,XL- $16.00, XXL- $18.00
Crewneck Sweatshirt: Grey Youth S(6-8), M (10-12), L(14-16)
$12.00

Transfer Front & back
Long Sleeve T-shirts: Periblue Adults: S.M.L.XL - $12.00
Long Sleeve T-shirt Red Youth: S(6-8), M.(10-12), L(14-16)
$12.00

Deadline for orders is November 15th for Christmas delivery. Orders must be pre-paid. Order forms are available in the church office or through Lona Mitchell (741-3951) or Melanie Hady (741-5022).

Posted 5:25 PM by Vickie
Garments featuring our Aldersgate logo are now available for sale to
benefit Aldersgate Youth Ministries. Long-sleeved tees, hooded
sweatshirts, embroidered polos and caps are for sale at great prices!

Available are:
Embroidered Items
Baseball cap: Natural One size fits most $12.00
Golf Shirt: Red Adult S.M.L.XM $12.00 XXL $14.00
Fleece Cardigan: White or Birch One size fits most - $18.00
Hooded Sweatshirt: Grey Adult: S.M.L,XL- $16.00, XXL- $18.00
Crewneck Sweatshirt: Grey Youth S(6-8), M (10-12), L(14-16)
$12.00
Transfer Front & back Long Sleeve T-shirts: Periblue Adults: S.M.L.XL - $12.00
Long Sleeve T-shirt Red Youth: S(6-8), M.(10-12), L(14-16)
$12.00

Deadline for orders is November 15th for Christmas delivery. Orders must
be pre-paid. Order forms are available in the church office or through
Lona Mitchell (741-3951) or Melanie Hady (741-5022).

Posted 5:22 PM by Vickie
Advent Workshop

You will not want to miss the great afternoon planned. It is an event for all ages!

Sunday, November 24th
3:00 to 5:00 pm

Register now!

Name: __________________________________________________________

Phone: _____________________________

Adults attending: ___________Please indicate the number of children attending by the appropriate age:

______Under Kindergarten ______Kindergarten & 1st Grade

______2nd & 3rd Grade ______4th & 5th Grade

______ Junior High

Help is still needed! ________I am willing to help at a station.

Please return form in email to: theoffice@aldersgateyork.com
See you there!

Posted 5:20 PM by Vickie
From the Hospitality Committee...

The Books and Beans Bistro is now officially open in the church library.
We are pleased with the reception it has received. Our goal is for it to
provide a place for you to have the opportunity to fellowship with other
churchgoers. It will be open each Sunday morning from 8:00 am until
12:00 noon. Please monitor young children around the coffee machine. We
also have juice and bottled water in the refrigerator for children or
adults. If you would like to be part of this new venture, each week we
will need snacks and two people per shift (7:30 to 10:00 and 10:00 to
12:30). It's a fun way to be of service and to have the chance to
interact with other churchgoers. If you can help, give Bonnie and Roger
Young a call at 741-6780.

Posted 5:18 PM by Vickie
COOKIES TO CAMPUS
As part of the Outreach Ministry at Aldersgate, we are sending care packages to our college students throughout the school year. We recently sent 19 students home-baked chocolate chip cookies made by women from the Providers Class. (Thank you!)

If you know of a college student who did not receive cookies, please contact Wendy Clough @ 741-2317 so they can be included on our mailing list.

If you would like to help with this ministry, please feel free to call Wendy.

Posted 5:17 PM by Vickie
If you missed the Ministries Fair and are interested in outreach
opportunities available in our community, please call Linda Gilgore at
755-6069 or e-mail at ling873@earthlink.net. Specifically, York Rescue
mission can use groups of people to work on their Thanksgiving meals
where they collect, assemble and deliver 1600-1800 meals for
Thanksgiving. Feeling thankful for all you have, perhaps helping in
this project is one way to express it. Call with any questions.

Posted 5:16 PM by Vickie
PROJECT CHRISTMAS
THE UNITED METHODIST HOME FOR CHILDREN

The United Methodist Children's Home in Mechanicsburg has provided us
with a Christmas 2002 Wish List of ideas and suggestions for youth who
reside there. Needs include anything from bathrobes to backpacks, TVs
to frying pans, Christmas decorations, crafts, clothes, Bibles, bedding,
sports equipment, bikes, gift certificates and more. Gifts need not be
wrapped, however they could be placed in gift bags. They must be
delivered to the Children's Home by Friday, December 6. Recipient
children range in age from 7-18 for boys and 14-18 for girls.

THIS LIST IS POSTED ON THE BULLETIN BOARD OUTSIDE THE CHURCH OFFICE.

For more information contact the Church Office at 854-4276.

Posted 5:13 PM by Vickie
CONTACT-YORK HOLIDAY CITRUS SALE

CONTACT-YORK is once again selling citrus fresh from Florida's Indian
River Groves! This is their major fund-raiser and offers excellent fruit.
The United Methodist Men are helping with this very good cause. Please
see Dick Hershey with questions or to place an order. Items available
include:

Navel Oranges $18.00/case $10.00/half case
Juice Oranges $19.00/case $10.50/half case
Red Grapefuit $17.00/case $ 9.50/half case
Naylors Butter $4.00 (9 oz. Holiday Tub)
Butter Roasted Peanuts $2.50 (9 oz. Plastic Tub)
Cashew Crunch $2.50 (7 oz. Plastic Tub)

Orders must be placed by Sunday, November 17th. Order forms are
available in the church office or you may call Dick Hershey at 741-1868
(home) or 854-8484 (work).

Posted 5:12 PM by Vickie
In December, in the narthex, be sure to look for the tree laden with
Bells inscribed with gift ideas (both children and adult) for Bell
Shelter families. Also look for the tan envelopes marked "A HELPING
CHRISTMAS" in the sanctuary pew racks for your monetary contributions.

This year we hope to again provide the families of Bell Shelter with
approximately 200 gifts, and with the monetary donations, purchase full
holiday dinners and as well as staples to help ten families through much
of January! Money is also needed to purchase any gifts that have not
been selected from the Bell Tree. Donations of extra frozen turkeys
and paper products are also welcomed.

It is our hope that, with your generous help, every child and adult at
Bell Shelter will have a wonderful Christmas. The shelter staff has
always been most appreciative of how members of Aldersgate open their
hearts to the Shelter families and come through with tremendous support
each year.

If you have any questions about "A Helping Christmas" for Bell Shelter,
please call Judy Dietz at 428-1440. Thank you!

Posted 5:09 PM by Vickie
THE WELL

The WELL is most appreciative of the donations received in honor of Mrs.
Helen Wheat's 100th birthday celebration, held September 16, 2002. Dick
and Audrey Naylor, who planned the celebration, suggested donations to
The WELL in lieu of birthday gifts. Donors contributed $240 in cash and
88 pounds of food in Helen's honor. Included in that was a single,
nicely wrapped birthday gift of 24 cans of food from Annabelle.

November suggestions are:
Spaghetti, Spaghetti Sauce, Macaroni & Cheese, Rice, etc.

As always, please do not let these suggestions limit your giving. Other
items to stock the shelves as well as monetary donations are always most
welcome.

The WELL also has a Bed and Bath warehouse and can use donations of
good, used, serviceable household items such as dishes, cookware,
cooking utensils, curtains, silverware and similar items. These are made
available to families who have lost possessions due to unfortunate
circumstances.

Posted 5:06 PM by Vickie
BLOOD DONOR UPDATE

The last Blood donation day for this year, 2002, will be Monday,
December 2nd. Aldersgate still needs 44 additional units from donors to
meet the 2002 Hospital quota of 130 units. Meeting this quota ensures
that every Aldersgate member, can received blood in their time of need
during the coming year without replacement or charge.

New and additional donors are needed to support the faithful persons who
are giving blood as often as every eight weeks. More persons from the
Aldersgate Family can provide the Gift of Life to others and support
our Church family. Please consider your gift of a Blood donation. For
reservation call Ruth Minnich, 757-0091, or you can walk in to the Apple
Hill Donor Center. Thank you!

Posted 7:23 AM by Vickie
Youth Ministry

Small Groups will start this month!

These groups have started to form now, so please let your Sunday School
teacher, Fellowship Leader or Alesia Fritts know if you are interested
in joining one. This is for both Junior and Senior Highs.

Youth Fellowship

J.C.'s Crew:

*Nov. 8-9 (Friday-Saturday) 1 Night Fall Retreat at Black Rock Retreat
Center.
* Nov. 10 - No meeting
* Nov. 17 - Ice skating 2:00-3:45pm
* Nov. 24 - Advent Workshop 3:00-5:00pm

Seniors: Nov. 10th & 24th are meeting nights. Watch for details!

Posted 7:23 AM by Vickie
Footprintz - Youth Worship!

Come walk with us! The Footprintz Coffee House & Youth Worship will
be held Nov. 3rd from 6:30 - 8:30 PM. All 6th - 12th graders welcome!

Posted 3:35 PM by Vickie
Looking ahead.... our Annual Church Conference!

Our Annual Church Conference will be held Thursday, November 14th at 7:00 PM in Fellowship Hall. The Church Conference is a time for us to review the ministries of the year that is ending and look ahead at the opportunities for ministry in the coming year. All are most welcome to attend this meeting which is presided over by our District Superintendent, Rev. Dan Dennis.

Posted 3:34 PM by Vickie
ARF: Aldersgate Reaches Families!

All are invited to join us each Wednesday evening at 6:00 PM in Fellowship Hall for a meal and fellowship with your Aldersgate family. Cost for ARF meals is $4.00 per adult, $2.00 per child ages 6 through 11 with children under 6 eating free. Each family is asked to bring a dessert to share. Take out meals for family members unable to attend may be ordered.

Volunteers to help with shopping, table setting, food prep and clean-up are always needed!

Please call Beth Sterner at 792-2422 if you plan to attend or would like to volunteer.

October 23rd menu: Stuffed Shells, Salad, Garlic Bread

Posted 6:35 PM by Vickie

Preschool Fundraiser!

We will once again this year be selling “KidStuff Books”. Dates for this
fundraiser are October 7 through October 21, 2002. Important information to note:

* The books sell for $25.00 each
* The books contain valuable coupons to save money on clothing, shoes, food,
activities, sporting goods and more.
* KidStuff coupon books are great for personal use and as gifts.
* KidStuff coupon books can benefit anyone, not just people with kids.

We are looking forward to a successful fundraiser and hope to have your support.
If you are interested in purchasing a coupon book, please contact Carrie Freed
(Fundraising Committee Chairperson) at (717)-843-3404. Payment is expected at
time of purchase and any checks should be made payable to Aldersgate Preschool.
You should receive your coupon book within a couple of weeks after we close the
fundraiser. Thank you for your support!!

Posted 6:34 PM by Vickie

Youth Fellowship

The Junior High Fellowship meets every Sunday:

* Oct. 20th is the Corn Maize.
* Oct. 27th is Game and Pizza Feast at Pizza Zone and the last day to have
$$ in for the fall retreat.

The Senior High Fellowship will be meeting every other Sunday. We do not have
our plan of action yet, but will get it to you soon!

Posted 6:33 PM by Vickie

October is Pastor Appreciation Month!

Please remember your Pastors * both Kris-Ann and Dale * in your prayers. Nurture and support are often needed and much appreciated by those who nurture and support church families. Take some time to lift your pastors in prayer and find ways that you can support and encourage them in the work that they do each day because of their love for the Lord.

Posted 6:32 PM by Vickie

Attention all military veterans!

If you did not get a chance to sign our veterans lists in either the East or West entrances, you still have time to do so. These will be coming down in October but not before the 15th. Now for the good part, as all of our congregation knows, November 11th is Veterans Day, and Sunday, November 16th will be a Sunday to honor our vets. Also the November Good Tidings will contain a list of the men and women who have signed those lists at church. We want our congregation to know: who was a ships surgeon; who served in the Air Force with their wife; who was in the famous Merrill's Marauders; who rescued pilots; an army office and nurse; and one from our choir who served in Nam. Interesting isn't it??

We would like more, so sign up NOW! (that's an order!) Questions? Call General Nuisance T. Gibbs at 792-2097.

Posted 6:30 PM by Vickie
ALDERSGATE UNITED METHODIST GEARS UP
FOR A REHABILITATION CHALLENGE

By Brian Sterner, Building on Faith 2002 Project Coordinator
(Excerpted from the Habitat for Humanity Newsletter)

In 2001 the United Methodist Men's group of Aldersgate Church on Tyler Run Road invited York County Habitat for Humanity to come and speak at their monthly meeting. After an informative presentation of Habitat's involvement in York County and their current projects, the group went from possibly helping on a current project go grasping the possibility of not only funding, but the hand-on completion of a new build project. Habitat representatives came back and explained everything that needed to happen and the wheels started turning. Our project was to be part of a new build project on Broad St.

Not only was the UMM group excited about this project but as the word spread throughout the church everyone wanted to know how they could get involved. We presented the whole project to the church as part of our Ministries Fair and became amazed at the number of people that wanted to be a part of the hand-on building during Building on Faith Week 2002. As our committees continued to work hard on all aspects of the project, we could tell that God was walking with us on this journey, things just seemed to fall into place as the UMM group and the church came together to accomplish this project.

During this preparation time, we lost a key player in Hank Hoffman, as God called him to service in his heavenly kingdom. God helped us through the loss of a dear friend and helped us to become even stronger in our journey of faith.

Then came Habitat's request to change the project from a new-build on Broad St. to a rehab on College Ave. We were not in the least bit discouraged, after all, we knew the point of the project was to provide a home for a deserving and qualified family (Keith & Libby Shaub) and that was still going to happen. Keith and Libby have visited with us during a worship service and it has been an enjoyable experience getting to know them.

We are know looking forward to the week of September 9th to kick off the Building on Faith 2002 project where we will continue and complete the rehabilitation project on West College Avenue. I'm sure this will be a moving experience for our UM M group and the entire Aldersgate family. We are sure to experience much joy as the house is completed and the Shaubs can move in. Our goal is to have them celebrating the Thanksgiving holiday in the comfort of their newly rehabilitated home at 519 West College Avenue.
If you are looking for a Faith challenge that can bring your group and or church together as a family, I highly recommend becoming involved with Habitat for Humanity. This has been a rewarding experience for everyone involved at Aldersgate Church and I truly believe has brought us closer to God as a congregation.

Posted 6:10 PM by Vickie

Aldersgate Cookbook

Look for our newly published Aldersgate Cookbook right after the first of November.
It will also be available at the Craft and Gift Show.

Posted 6:01 PM by Vickie
Christmas Craft & Gift Show

The Craft & Gift Show is right around the corner. Reserve November 9th as a day to stop by for some great food, great fellowship and great Christmas gifts. Change in time this year - we'll open at 8 a.m. Don't miss it! It's always a great day! Any questions, call Linda Gilgore at 755-6069.

Posted 6:00 PM by Vickie

Advent Workshop

Reserve Sunday, November 24th, 3:00 to 5:00 PM to gather in Fellowship
Hall and prepare for the coming of Advent. There will be craft
activities for all ages and refreshments to make the afternoon bright.

Planning is under way and help is still needed. Please contact Meg
Bentzel at 428-3764 if you are interested in providing assistance.
Watch for registration forms coming soon!!

Posted 5:59 PM by Vickie

Spaghetti Dinner & Silent Auction

November 2nd is the date for this year's annual Provider's Sunday School
Class Spaghetti Dinner and Silent Auction. Mark your calendar and plan
to attend this all-you-can-eat meal. See any member of the Provider's
Sunday School Class for advance tickets. Tickets will also be available
at the door. After the meal, you can enjoy some shopping at the Silent
Auction and bid on the many great items.

If you are interested in donating to the Silent Auction, please contact
Wendy Clough at 741-2317. Hope to see you there!

Ticket Prices:
Advance Tickets- $6/Adult, $3/Child (Ages 5-12)
At the Door - $7/Adult, $4/Child
Children under age 5 - free

Posted 5:57 PM by Vickie
Fall Harvest Festival

Do you like Fall, Fun and Food? Then bring your favorite apple or pumpkin dessert and join us for our Harvest Festival on Saturday, October 26th at 5:30 pm in Fellowship Hall.

We'll have something for everyone, including games, pumpkins, dinner, pumpkins, arts and crafts and pumpkins! (Have you figured out the theme, yet?) Look for further information and sign-up sheets in upcoming church bulletins.

Posted 5:56 PM by Vickie
Merry Makers

Following an extended summer hiatus, YOU are cordially invited to join us on Friday, October 18th in Fellowship Hall at 6:30 pm for dinner and an entertaining program. Please bring a salad, vegetable or dessert to share (the committee for the evening will prepare the main course and beverages). Merry Makers are reminded to bring your own place settings please. A Sister Act spoof will provide the evening's entertainment. Don't miss it! Call Tom and Judy McGlynn at 792-3313 for reservations.

Posted 5:54 PM by Vickie

Just Imagine...

Imagine attending a church where no one greets you or gives you a bulletin. Imagine sitting next to someone who won’t acknowledge your presence or shake your hand. The failure of some congregations to greet visitors warmly and invite them back is one of the greatest tragedies of church today.

The church is an extended family, and every Sunday should be a family reunion. The church is a place where all are welcome. By the time they leave, visitors and members should have received at least five smiles and five handshakes, and should have been called by name at least once.

Consider these suggestions:

* If you arrive early, greet people around you.
* As you enter, glance around you and make it a point to welcome newcomers during “The Peace” or after the service.
* Sit in a different pew than usual so you can get to know other people.
* Look around and find one person each week whose name you don’t know. Introduce yourself.
* Make it a point to welcome visitors and invite them back.
* Smile!
* Compliment of thank someone each Sunday.
* Invite someone to lunch after the service.

Remember, friendliness is contagious! Our attitudes and actions make a difference.

The Hospitality Ministry

Posted 5:53 PM by Vickie

Footprints: Coffee House / Youth Worship

We have many ways of getting to know Jesus, and learning that

Jesus is the Way

Come join us.

Posted 5:52 PM by Vickie

Discipleship

Are you looking for a way to make a dream come true for God? Has he put something on your heart that you feel should be done? I believe God gives visions to His people. That is how new ministries begin. We are looking for people who are open to the Holy Spirit and have a heart to spread the Word of God. Whether in the Body of Christ or the world, we know God has given us a job and it is time to do it. So, if you are looking for a place that can help with your passions for growing the Body of Christ, please contact us either by putting a note in Pat Bollinger's mailbox or calling at 410-452-0931.

We are currently working on some short-term ministries to begin in 2003. We want not only ideas from the congregation, but from your friends and neighbors as well. Watch for our campaign and please participate.

There are many exciting programs and events coming from our team programs. We encourage all in the Body to become team members and work for God using the gift(s) He has given you. We look forward to an exciting year spreading God's Word in many directions.

Posted 5:51 PM by Vickie

Back to School Collection - Thank you!

The Outreach Ministries has completed the Back to School collection to benefit local charities and we were thrilled with the amount of participation we got. We collected: 1 paint vest, 38 packs of crayons, 30 glue sticks, 11 glue bottles, 4 scissors, 6 rolls of scotch tape, 2 packs of post-it notes, 7 pencil boxes, 5 binders, 5 folders, 17 backpacks, 49 notebooks 67 packs of pencils and 15 packs of markers! Thank you SOOOO much! Thanks to Sally Snyder to who coordinated the collection and delivered the goodies to the Salvation Army, Access York, and the Lehman Center. In addition to the supplies, $125 was given to the Salvation Army for shoes on behalf of our congregation. Bell Shelter received enough clothing for each of the children at the shelter to receive a new school uniform, including shirt, pants/skirt and shoes. Shanika Stephens will be receiving her surprise items for her dorm room at Lincoln University in Philadelphia for her first year there, as a project through Crispus Attucks. Thanks again to everyone who made this such a rewarding project. It's always a good feeling to lend a hand!