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24 Happy Birthday to our Seniors! BIRTHDAYS IN NOVEMBER: Elaine Gordon—Nov. 4 Buddie Bannon—Nov. 10 Mary Muhlenberg—Nov. 17— 92nd! (647 Furnace Road, Birdsboro PA 19508) Marie Brooks—Nov. 28 Peggy Haag—Nov. 30 COMING UP IN DECEMBER: Bob Rivers—Dec. 1 William Moore—Dec. 12—Every birthday is a special one when you’re 103! Please send a card to Bill at : Country Meadows 1800 Tulpehocken Road Wyomissing PA 19610 Did we miss anyone? If you are a “Senior” Member over age 55 and wish to be included on the birthday list, please call the church office at 610-856-7242. PARISH REGISTER: BAPTISM: 10/13/19—Emily Crystal Mountz, daughter of Kyle and Brittany Mountz FUNERALS: 9/28/19—Charles “Bud” Bowman, 91. Service in Robeson Lutheran Church; interment in Robeson Cemetery. 10/14/19—Cynthia Stewart, 60. Service in Robeson Luther- an Church; interment in Robeson Cemetery. 10/23/19—Billie-Ann Bannon, 77. Service in Robeson Lu- theran Church; interment in Robeson Cemetery. November 2019 From the Pastor: 6 Do not worry about anything, but in every- thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. 7 And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. (Philippians 4:6-7) Prayer Pet Peeves – Episode 1: White Knuckling the Rosary Or Why pray when things haven’t gone wrong? It is my belief that for many Christians the activity of prayer is most often connected with and applied primarily during times of great distress – grieving a loss, anxiously wait- ing for a test result, begging for escape from a bad situation, etc... While times of distress are indeed a great opportunity to pray, it should most cer- tainly not be the only time when we practice the discipline of prayer. After all, prayer is a gift to us from God. Think about it. God; the Creator of the Universe, the Prime Essence of all Existence, the Divine Master of the Cosmos, GOD promises to listen to our prayers, to receive our petitions, and to hear us when we cry out. That is simply incredible, and a proof of God’s awesome love and grace (continued on p. 4) HIGHLIGHTS IN THIS ISSUE: Page 2—Office & Leadership Info. Page 3– November Services & Events Page 4-5—Pastor’s message Page 5—Keep the Light Shining Page 6-7—250th anniversary book Page 7—Congrats Hayden Bond Page 8-9—Picture Fund Raiser Page 10-11—Wed. Community Nites Page 9—SCS; Pumpkin carving Page 10-11—Social Justice Page 12-13—Social Justice Page 14—Pop Tab collection; Little Library; Youth Fundraisers Page 15—Game Night; Fill the Pan- try; December dates Page 17-18— Finance Page 19—This & That Page 20—Men’s Group; Quilting; Preschool News Page 21—Senior Ministries Page 22— Recycling; Redners; breakfasts Page 23-From Our Mailbox Page 24— Birthdays; Parish Register; Vol. XXXXVIII No. 10 The Parish Digest

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Happy Birthday to our Seniors!

BIRTHDAYS IN NOVEMBER:

Elaine Gordon—Nov. 4

Buddie Bannon—Nov. 10

Mary Muhlenberg—Nov. 17—

92nd! (647 Furnace Road, Birdsboro PA 19508)

Marie Brooks—Nov. 28

Peggy Haag—Nov. 30

COMING UP IN DECEMBER:

Bob Rivers—Dec. 1

William Moore—Dec. 12—Every birthday is a special one

when you’re 103! Please send a card to Bill at :

Country Meadows

1800 Tulpehocken Road

Wyomissing PA 19610

Did we miss anyone? If you are a “Senior” Member over

age 55 and wish to be included on the birthday list, please

call the church office at 610-856-7242.

PARISH REGISTER:

BAPTISM:

10/13/19—Emily Crystal Mountz, daughter of Kyle and

Brittany Mountz

FUNERALS:

9/28/19—Charles “Bud” Bowman, 91. Service in Robeson

Lutheran Church; interment in Robeson Cemetery.

10/14/19—Cynthia Stewart, 60. Service in Robeson Luther-

an Church; interment in Robeson Cemetery.

10/23/19—Billie-Ann Bannon, 77. Service in Robeson Lu-

theran Church; interment in Robeson Cemetery.

November 2019

From the Pastor: 6Do not worry about anything, but in every-

thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving

let your requests be made known to God. 7And the

peace of God, which surpasses all understanding,

will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ

Jesus. (Philippians 4:6-7)

Prayer Pet Peeves – Episode 1:

White Knuckling the Rosary

Or

Why pray when things haven’t gone

wrong?

It is my belief that for many Christians

the activity of prayer is most often connected

with and applied primarily during times of

great distress – grieving a loss, anxiously wait-

ing for a test result, begging for escape from a bad situation, etc...

While times of distress are indeed a

great opportunity to pray, it should most cer-

tainly not be the only time when we practice

the discipline of prayer. After all, prayer is a

gift to us from God.

Think about it. God; the Creator of the

Universe, the Prime Essence of all Existence,

the Divine Master of the Cosmos, GOD

promises to listen to our prayers, to receive

our petitions, and to hear us when we cry out.

That is simply incredible, and a proof of God’s

awesome love and grace (continued on p. 4)

HIGHLIGHTS IN

THIS ISSUE:

Page 2—Office &

Leadership Info.

Page 3– November

Services & Events

Page 4-5—Pastor’s

message

Page 5—Keep the

Light Shining

Page 6-7—250th

anniversary book

Page 7—Congrats

Hayden Bond

Page 8-9—Picture

Fund Raiser

Page 10-11—Wed.

Community Nites Page 9—SCS;

Pumpkin carving

Page 10-11—Social

Justice

Page 12-13—Social

Justice

Page 14—Pop Tab

collection; Little

Library; Youth

Fundraisers

Page 15—Game

Night; Fill the Pan-

try; December

dates

Page 17-18—

Finance

Page 19—This &

That

Page 20—Men’s

Group; Quilting;

Preschool News

Page 21—Senior

Ministries

Page 22—

Recycling; Redners;

breakfasts

Page 23-From Our

Mailbox

Page 24—

Birthdays;

Parish Register;

Vol. XXXXVIII

No. 10

The Parish Digest

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A mailbox is located outside the church office for anyone who has

written information for staff, chairpersons, preschool, or other

leaders.

Rev. Michael Ware, Pastor

Home: 610-875-0015 Office: 610-856-7242

Office hours: Wednesday 9-12 and 1:30-3:00; Thurs. 9-12;

Day off: Monday; Email address: [email protected]

Louise Wilson, Minister of Music—Phone: 610-273-3911

Email address: [email protected]

Debbie DeMarco, Parish Secretary

Home: 610-856-7386 Office: 610-856-7242

Office Hours: M-TH 9-4; Friday 9-12:00

Email address: [email protected]

Linell McCormick, Office Assistant, T & Th, 12-4

Home: 610-775-2571 Email: [email protected]

Robin Werner, Sexton—Phone: 610-698-0688

Email: [email protected]

Barbara Strough, Sexton—Phone: 610-856-7784

Email: [email protected]

Dale Creed, Maintenance Man—Phone: 610-779-0179

Julia Bond, Preschool Manager— Phone: 610-856-7613;

Email: [email protected]

Council Officers:

Chris Gerace, President

Julia Bond, Vice President

Jessica Shepherd, Secretary

Dorothy Martin, Treasurer

Kay Good, Treasurer Special Funds

Lori Sifford, Financial Secretary

Other Council Members:

Amanda Baylor Ed Haag

Wayne Kercher Walt Hamilton

Mike Wisniewski Rex Miller

Ava Gerace (youth)

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FROM OUR MAILBOX:

Church Family,

We would like to take a moment and thank you for all your

help making Thursday, October 17, 2019 a true day of re-

membrance for Cindy Stewart. She was a member of this

church for 14 years and it was a blessing to see how the

members worked together to honor Cindy. Thank you to

those of you who ensured the luncheon was set-up and pre-

pared for a time of fellowship. We want to also say a special

thank you to Claire Sniegoski, who made sure the church

was decorated with quilts in memory of Cindy. We are

thankful that God placed you into our lives for support dur-

ing this difficult time.

Blessings,

Carl and family

Safe Berks:

Cooks Wanted to make dinner for our Safe House

Families and groups welcome! (no more than 6 people)

Monday through Thursday evenings - Dinner served at 6:00

Plan to cook for 40 people including children.

Be creative but make sure meals meet minimum nutritional

requirements and include at least one item from the follow-

ing food groups:

Grains, Protein, Vegetable, Fruit, and Dairy.

Please contact Mindy McIntosh to reserve your date!

[email protected] or call 484-869-5293.

SAFE BERKS

255 Chestnut Street, Reading, PA 19602

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RECYCLING OPPORTUNITIES:

HELP YOUR CHURCH AND COMMUNITY:

Please bring in your used ink cartridges (any kind)

and we will recycle them at Staples earning $2 each

for the church. These are very much needed in or-

der to get our $40 worth of free supplies each

month.

Eyeglasses and hearing aid batteries also continue to be

collected for local ministries.

PLEASE NOTE: The Paper Recycling Bins located at

the rear of Hoeffer Hall continue to accept your newspaper,

magazines, office paper, “junk” mail, and cereal type

boxes smashed flat. Please no plastic; take your paper out

of the plastic bags before you throw it in the bin. Thanks for

your help!

DID YOU KNOW? We have wheelchairs, potty chairs,

shower chairs, canes, crutches, and walkers to loan out to

anyone who might need one for a time. Please call the

church office (610-856-7242) to make arrangements for pick

-up of items.

OUR ONGOING FUNDRAISER:

REDNER’S RECEIPTS. We continue to collect Redner’s

receipts as an ongoing fundraiser. All those who faithfully

drop off your receipts, keep up the good work and keep sav-

ing those tapes; it’s a big help for our church! Remember to

always use your gas card when making a purchase at Red-

ners; receipts without the card are not accepted. If you don’t

yet have a card just ask for one—it’s free! Thank you to Di-

ane Morlock who sends the receipts in.

COMMUNITY BREAKFASTS:

BREAKFASTS: Geigertown Fire Company—First Sunday;

Brecknock Fire Company—Second Sunday; Joanna Fur-

nace—Third Saturday, 7-11 a.m.

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Every Sunday: Please join us for worship at our Sunday ser-

vices at 7:45 & 10:15. Children’s SCS is held during the wor-

ship services. Adult and Teen SCS is held at 9:00 a.m.

November 3—7:45 & 10:15 a.m.—ALL SAINTS

SUNDAY; Holy Communion; This is the day to remember

those who have died since All Saints Day last year.

November 10—7:45 & 10:15 a.m.—Holy Communion;

Veteran’s Day—All veterans and active military personnel are

encouraged to wear your uniform on this day as we salute you!

November 17—7:45 & 10:15 a.m. Worship; 9:00 Jen

Werner will be here for the final orders of framed artwork

in order to have them by Christmas. Orders can be placed

after this date but are not guaranteed for Christmas giving. (see

pages 6-7 for more information)

November 24—7:45 & 10:15 a.m. - CHRIST THE KING

SUNDAY; Holy Communion; Praise Service; Joyful noise

offering to help families in need at the holidays.

November 27—THANKSGIVING EVE SERVICE, 7:00

p.m. The service will be held at St. Benedict R.C.C.; Father Phil

will lead the service and Pastor Michael will preach. A fellow-

ship hour will follow the service. Please plan to attend and

worship with our friends.

Other important November events:

Annual Holiday Bazaar—Nov. 2, 7:30-2:00

Wednesday Community Night—Nov. 6, 6-7:30 p.m.

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for us all. And yes, besides being a gift, prayer is also a privi-

lege. It is an opportunity to speak the things on our minds

and in our hearts; our fears, joys, wishes, and desires; to

offer them before the cross of Christ and God’s Holy

Throne, and know that they are carried on the wings of the

Holy Spirit with sighs too deep for words.

Yet even with all this, the truth is that many Chris-

tians tend to neglect their prayer lives; only engaging in

prayer when things have finally gotten to the point of being

completely out of control. This is unfortunate because it

causes us to miss out on the many other opportune times

for prayer which often help us to grow and mature in our

faith and our relationship with God.

In the hopes of offering some other options, here are just a

few ways that you can get into a positive prayer lifestyle:

Pray in the morning as you just wake up and in the even-

ing before you go to sleep. It’s a great way to pre-

pare for the day ahead of you and to find some

peace to help you rest easier at night.

Pray at your mealtimes (even snacks if you like). This is

another way to guarantee a regular habit of prayer

as we all need to eat to live; and praying over meals

offers an opportunity to give thanks for God’s provi-

sion of your daily needs.

Pray in those moments when things mysteriously go

your way. After all, those things we consider to be

coincidences, good luck, or serendipity – these are

all just ways that God works anonymously to add joy

to your life.

Remember – prayer is the language of faith, and it is a gift

from God that gets easier, more intense, and more mean-

ingful as we use it with greater frequency in both good

times and bad.

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MINISTRIES AVAILABLE TO OUR SENIORS, SHUT-INS,

SICK, ETC.:

CD Ministry—CD’s of the weekly services are being mailed

out to all those senior, sick or and shut-in members who cannot

attend church services.

Large Print Devotionals—these are the same as our small, dai-

ly devotionals but have larger print for those needing it.

Prayer Shawls—These are available for sick, hospitalized, shut

-in or senior members who would like one. They are very com-

forting to those who have received them. Recipients do not

need to be a member of Robeson so please take them for others

who would like them.

Robeson Hammers—Helping members in need with minor

repairs at home, mainly small projects that would make their

homes safer or more comfortable.

Home Visits—Our visitation team now trained to bring Holy

Communion is visiting a number of our seniors and shut-ins and

would be more than happy to visit others if invited. It is our

hope to visit with and bring Holy Communion to each shut-in

and homebound member of Robeson up to 6 times a year. If

you would like a visit, and have not yet been visited by a mem-

ber of our team, please feel free to contact Pastor Michael or

call the church office 610-856-7242.)

If you have a need or request for any of the above ministries,

please call the church office and we will be happy to help you.

The Berks County Area Agency on Aging is available to help

you over the phone. Please call their office at 610-478-6500

and a staff member will be able to explain available services,

answer questions and provide information on programs and

community resources for you, family members or anyone you

know who is 60 years of age and older. Please don’t hesitate to

give them a call.

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Men’s Group The men of Robeson Lutheran Church continue to

meet for breakfast and fellowship on the second Sat-

urday of each month at different area restaurants. This

is a great opportunity to get to know your brothers in

Christ. The next Men's Breakfast is scheduled for

November 14. Please contact John Lauer for details at 610-

213-4596 or email John Lauer, at johnwmlau-

[email protected].

QUILT TILL YOU WILT every first Saturday of

the month from 9-2. If you like to “quilt” which in-

cludes cutting, sewing, and knotting, (no experience

necessary) then join the group on the first Saturday of the

month from 9-2 (bring a lunch) in Hoeffer Hall, or call Claire

Sniegoski (610-286-1864), Dot Gibney (610-856-7489) or the

church office for more information (610-856-7242).

ROBESON LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL REMINDER:

The preschool is asking for your help with their annual Giant

School Rewards Fundraiser. You are invited to participate in

and earn cash from A+ School Rewards, a great fundraising

program running from Sept. 6 through March 14 through your

local Giant. Former supporters do not need to re-register your

card and we thank you; we received $484 last school year.

New Supporters: Visit giantfoodstores.com and ‘SIGN IN” at

the top right to log into your account. Once logged in, select

“MY ACCOUNT”, followed by ‘MANAGE MY ACCOUNT”,

then REWARDS & SAVINGS” to select your school. If you

do not have an account, visit the same sight and click

“REGISTER”. Follow the prompts to create an online account,

log in and follow the same instructions. You’ll need your 11-

digit bonuscard number and the School ID number 26822.

Every time you shop the school will receive your points and

they will be converted to cash rewards for our school. Purchase

Giant gift cards in the church office and support our youth

group while earning cash for our school. We will thank you!

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Therefore my friends, seek to pray every day; let your re-

quest be made known to God and trust in God’s promise to

hear your prayer. It is a gift and privilege we do well not to

miss out on.

Your brother in Christ,

Pastor Michael

Robeson Evangelical Lutheran Church

1770-2020

Celebrating 250 Years!

“Keep the Light Shining”

Capital Campaign & Anniversary Celebration

Half-way Mark

On Reformation Sunday, and in anticipation of the

250th anniversary of Robeson Evangelical Lutheran Church

in 2020, we begin the second half of the two year journey of

our “Keep the Light Shining” Endowment Anniversary Cam-

paign.

It is with great gratitude that we celebrate all that has

been given in support of this campaign in the first year. Be-

cause of you we are able to strengthen the congregational

endowment that supports the future needs of our church.

Each generous and loving gift will sustain the wonderful

ministry that this congregation does in the local community,

and indeed to the world.

It is not too late to become a part of the campaign! In

fact, you can join in and support this campaign at any time

within the next year. All gifts are important and will be

greatly appreciated and received with thanksgiving to the

glory of God.

Lastly, a reminder - those wishing to support the

campaign should mark checks or offering envelopes with the

word “Pledge” or, if using our online e-giving service, make

gifts out to the “endowment” category.

Thank you for your generous and prayerful support!

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250th Anniversary Book

Being Planned

Happy 249th Birthday to Robeson Lutheran

Church! That is a great milestone, and it al-

so means that in 2020, we will celebrate our

church's 250th Anniversary of being the

“Light on the Hill". The Anniversary Committee is already

starting to plan anniversary activities and events. Along with

the “Keep the Light Shining" Campaign and the Robeson

Picture Fundraiser, the committee is interviewing some of

our older members and encouraging them to share their

memories of Robeson Church, and also accumulating photos

and information to be included in the history being written.

In order to have a way to share the history, photos, and other

wonderful memories, we will be printing a full-color anni-

versary book which will be available free of charge to all our

members next fall when we formally celebrate the 250th An-

niversary.

Beginning in January, 2020, we will be sending out letters to

our members regarding the anniversary book and offering an

opportunity for everyone to be a part of the book by purchas-

ing a block in the book to use as your personal message and/

or as a memorial to family members. You may also include

photos in your block and, all photos used, will be returned to

you. In the letter regarding the anniversary book, we will

include samples of the various sizes of blocks available and

ideas of wording you may wish to use. In the new foyer, we

will also be displaying samples of similar books done for

other churches which will give you an idea of how our book

will look.

Even though you will not be contacted regarding the anniver-

sary book for a few months, we wanted to make you aware

of it so you may begin choosing photos you already have or

maybe start taking special family photos for your block in

the book. We will also be contacting local businesses for ads

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THIS AND THAT AT ROBESON LUTHERAN:

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!!! We have posted

volunteer sheets on the bulletin board in the new

foyer. If you are willing to help during any of the

worship services please sign up on this board. There are lists

for acolytes, lectors, ushers, greeters, sound technicians, wor-

ship assistants, and communion servers. We appreciate and

need our volunteers!

ALTAR GUILD: We thank everyone who has offered to

help with Altar Guild since Marion’s retirement. We could

still use a few more volunteers; if you are willing to serve on

altar care for a month with at least one other volunteer please

call the church office (610.856.7242).

REMINDERS:

Committee reports are due in the church office on the first

Thursday of the month for the council meeting which will be

held on the 2nd Thursday.

All Property concerns and requests should be brought to the

attention of the church office.

PARISH DIGEST DEADLINE: Articles for the Advent Let-

ter are due by November 15; for the December/January

newsletter are due in the office by no later than December 2.

BULLETINS & ALTAR FLOWERS:

Sponsors are needed every Sunday to

defray the costs of the Altar flowers and

bulletins. We thank those members who

answered the plea for sponsors by gener-

ously offering to sponsor the altar flow-

ers and bulletins where needed for the rest of the year! If you

would like to sponsor the altar flowers or bulletins for a spe-

cial occasion or in memory of a loved one, please call Linell

at the church office to check for availability. Cost Increase:

The cost for bulletins on a regular Sunday is now $30,

and the cost of altar flowers is $45.

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LEAVING A LEGACY THAT GOES BEYOND DEATH When we recall the names of the faithful who have died, our

minds are often filled with precious memories. In our

thoughts we are reminded that we are their legacy, that is to

say, much of what we have – in both material and non-

material things – has been handed down to us from them.

But what will we hand down to those who follow? How will

we be remembered by those who come after us? Will we

leave more than an empty spot in a pew?

As you plan for the distribution of your assets at your

death, please consider a charitable bequest to Robeson Lu-

theran Church. This is one way your faith can be transferred

to the next generation. This, and other types of planned gifts,

can undergird our congregation’s ministry in perpetuity,

providing resources that will allow future generations of

Christians to worship, serve others, and continue the vital

ministries of this church.

If you have questions about planned giving, you can talk to

your personal financial advisor or speak to our congregation-

al Thrivent representative John Lauer at his Morgantown of-

fice (610)-286-5986.

THRIVENT CHOICE DOLLARS: Our thanks to those

members/friends of the congregation who have designated

Robeson Lutheran Church as the charity of choice for their

Thrivent Choice Dollars. If you have received a letter from

Thrivent indicating that you are eligible for this plan, please

consider our congregation as you help direct Thrivent

Financial’s charitable funds. This month we have received

$25. Thank you to Evelyn Hoffert.

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in the book as well as inviting area churches to purchase

blocks in the book as their way of congratulating Robeson

Church on our 250th Anniversary. Our church will receive

50% of all the ads and blocks sold in the book, giving us the

opportunity to raise additional funds for the church’s

anniversary. The main reason for the anniversary book is to

have a way of providing a treasured memento for our mem-

bers that they will be proud to share over and over again with

family members and friends.

Please check your mail in January for more information and,

if you have questions regarding the anniversary book, please

contact Lucille Freeman at 610-856-7349 or by email to

[email protected].

CONGRATULATIONS

ON YOUR CONFIRMATION HAYDEN BOND!

Hayden Bond affirmed his bap-

tism on Reformation Sunday,

October 27 at the 7:45 a.m. ser-

vice. A reception was held in his

honor at 9:00 a.m. We congratu-

late Hayden on this very im-

portant day in his faith journey

and pray that he continues to be

blessed here at Robeson.

Hayden, may God’s love always

be in your heart and strengthen

you along life’s way.

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Robeson Picture Fundraiser

We are excited to announce a fundraiser that we think every-

one will love! We are teaming up with Jen Werner and Thru

Jen’s Lens to give you the chance to bring a piece of Robe-

son home with you. Jen has taken pictures from around the

church property of things that look like letters and she’s

framed them to spell words. You will have the opportunity to

see her work after services on October 27th and November

17th. She will also be at our bazaar this year on November

2nd. You can even create your own custom piece using any

of the letters in her catalog.

To view examples of Jen's work go to her website

www.tjlpix.com and also her Facebook page which is acces-

sible from the site. You may choose either a wood block

called a “Door Topper” suitable for a desk, window sill,

bookcase, or molding above windows or doors for $20 up to

9 letters and $25 over 9 letters, or a framed picture for a wall

hanging which range from $35 to $85 (3-8 letters available).

All pictures will be ready for Christmas so buy your gifts

here! Checks can be made out to Robeson Lutheran Church

with “picture fundraiser” in the memo line. Please return or-

der forms to the church office by Nov 17th to get orders by

Christmas. Payment should accompany order. All proceeds

will go to our “Keep the Light Shining 250th anniversary

endowment campaign”.

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TREASURER’S REPORT: SEPTEMBER:

Balance Forward: $ 65.00

September Income: $15,688.15

In/Out Account: $ 744.60

September Expenses: $19.828.35

Transfer from Special Funds: $4,000

Balance 9/30/19 $ 700.83

Unpaid bills: Synod Benevolence $500.00

World Hunger $222.00

In/Out Accounts: $1,001.46

-Dorothy Martin, Treasurer

SPECIAL FUNDS REPORT: Income:

Donations received in September $190.00

Donations to Capital Campaign Fund $5,315.00

Chicken Barbecue $1,655.50

Outflow:

Transfer $4,000 to general fund (reserved special funds)

Checking Account balance 9/30/19 $36,386.34

-Kay Good, Treas. Spec. Funds

THINK AHEAD: How can you help organize a fund-raising

event and receive $250 in start up funds? It’s easy for

Thrivent members if you form a Thrivent Action Team! If

you would like more information about forming a team for a

fundraiser in our church or your community please contact

John Lauer (610-286-5986 ) or the church office (610-856-

7242). FYI, members from Robeson applied for 26 Thrivent

Action Teams last year (2018) which amounts to $6500 in

funds for church and community fundraisers and other

events.

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IMPORTANT:

Any group or individual sponsoring special projects, col-

lections, etc. please contact the church office for coordi-

nation purposes and for advertising these events and pro-

jects.

Any committee or group that has events etc. to advertise

in the area papers should please copy to Linell at

[email protected].

THE HOPE RESCUE MISSION has a collec-

tion container on our back lot.

“We accept men's, women's, and children's

clothing and shoes, and pretty much any

household goods that are sellable condition

(toys, kitchen wares, home decor, etc.). Sell-

able condition for us means no rips, stains,

broken or missing pieces, and generally

working the way it is intended to work. We have a few more

guidelines on our website - www.hopeoutlet.org.” Please

support the Hope Rescue Mission by bringing your dona-

tions to the little blue bin on our back parking lot. They will

be appreciated and used to clothe the guests at the mission or

sold at their stores to provide finances for the Mission.

THANK YOU TO THOSE WHO HAVE SIGNED UP FOR

E-GIVING. E-giving is an ongoing service offered here at

Robeson Lutheran. In addition to your regular giving you

can now give to the Endowment Fund as well. You can con-

tinue to access the new site through our website,

www.robesonlutheranchurch.org and look for the

“Donate Now” button. Thank you for considering this giv-

ing opportunity that allows you to be good stewards of God’s

gifts even when you are unable to attend services.

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ORDER FORM

(please send to the church office c/o Linell McCormick)

I would like a Door Topper that says:

__________________________________

($20 up to 9 letters; $25 over nine)

I would like a large hanging picture that

says:__________________________ (3-8 letters available)

All frames are black

3 letters-$35

4 letters-$45

5 letters-$55

6 letters-$65

7 letters-$75

8 letters-$85

Theme of the picture should be:

______ Beach

______ Architecture

______ Nature

______ Spiritual (Please use as many letters from Robeson

as possible)

______ Sports (not a complete alphabet but I’ll use as many

as I can)

Customer name and preferred contact info:

Name:_________________________________________

Phone: ____________________________

Email: _____________________________

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WEDNESDAY COMMUNITY NIGHTS

2019 Robeson Lutheran Church &

Preschool Presents

November 6—6:00-7:30 p.m. A family friendly meal of hot dogs,

barbecue, and mac and cheese

Dawn White, owner of the Indian Run Environment Ed-

ucational Center, will be with us to present a child-friendly

program on PA WILD-LIFE with a live hawk, snake and

turtle. She will also have other items to show that will ap-

peal to the children.

RESERVATION FOR Nov. 6 for Meal Preparation

If you know you will attend please rsvp by calling the

church office at 610-856-7242 or email dde-

[email protected]; walk-ins are always welcome.

NURTURE YOUR SOUL NIGHT

December 4, 6-8 p.m.

STRESS! We all have it. A regular spiritual

practice is important to help us cope with life's struggles.

Fellowship, stewardship and prayer are some examples of a

Lutheran's spiritual practice. Have you ever wanted to learn

about other ways to help you feel less stressed? Find out at

December's Wednesday Community Church Night!

Presenters include: Human Breathing Studio, DoTerra Es-

sential Oils, Creation Cottage (self discovery through art and

mindfulness), Kathy Milligan—licensed and certified pediat-

ric massage therapist, and others.

Please arrive at 6:00 pm for a healthy catered meal followed

by an informative presentation by professionals on yoga,

meditation and touch therapy. After the lecture, you will

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THE NEXT GAME NIGHT will be held on

November 8, from 6-8 p.m. Everyone is

welcome. Bring your family, bring a guest,

bring a snack to share, bring your favorite

game to play, or just bring yourself!

FILL THE PANTRY DURING THE MONTH OF

NOVEMBER, we will be collecting

non-perishable food items for our

local food pantries for holiday giv-

ing. Please bring items to the church

any day this month and place them in

the shopping cart outside the office. As you shop for your

Thanksgiving meal, why not pick up a few foods to help feed

the hungry? It will be appreciated. If you are a member or

friend of Robeson and would benefit from some extra food

please contact the church office and we will do our best to

help fill your pantry.

Mark your calendar!

SOME IMPORTANT

DECEMBER DATES:

Dec. 1—First Sunday in

Advent; Holy Communion

Dec. 4—Wed. Community

Night

Dec. 8—Christmas Caroling to sick and shut-in members

Dec. 15—Cantata at 9:00 a.m. followed by congregational

meeting

Dec. 24—Christmas Eve Services:

6:00 Family Service

8:00 Special Music; Holy Communion

Dec. 29—Service of Lessons and Carols 9:00 a.m.

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THRIVENT POP TAB CHALLENGE:

Pulling Together for Ronald McDonald House Charities

You see them everywhere you open up a soft drink or soup,

sometimes find them when you feed your pet. Those tiny little

tabs are easy to overlook, but they can make a big impact on

the families at Ronald McDonald House. Join us as we support

the Thrivent Member Network’s Pop Tab Collection Chal-

lenge!

Start collecting today and drop them in the collection boxes in

the new foyer and narthex at the church.

THE LITTLE LIBRARY celebrated its first

year anniversary in August! It is located next to

the church and parsonage, and continues to

provide books for young and old. We thank

everyone who has been sharing their books and

Bonnie Lauer who continues to take care of the

library. Have you read some good books over the

summer? If so, please consider donating them to

the library so others can enjoy them as well. Feel

free to include a little note with it if you’d like. There are

books for young and old, so please come check them out!

YOUTH GROUP FUNDRAISERS:

Please stop by the church office and purchase your Giant gift

cards (we are well stocked) and Weavers coupons (now $6.00

each). The youth group appreciates your support. Proceeds

will go toward their participation in the next National Youth

Gathering in Minneapolis in 2021.

Do we have your EMAIL ADDRESS? If not, please send it

to [email protected] with your name in the subject. We

are hoping to have as many emails as possible in order to noti-

fy our members of any cancelations, send out reminders, and

alert you of changes. Your help will be appreciated!

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have an opportunity to visit booths of local businesses that

offer alternative therapy services such as aromatherapy, yo-

ga, massage, reiki, art for self- discovery, meditation and na-

ture. (We are extending the time so that you have ample

time to visit the booths of your choice.)

In December, instead of bringing a dessert to share since we

will be providing some healthy dessert options, we are ask-

ing for donations for our Joy boxes for our sick and home-

bound community members.

Suggested donations include:

Moisturizers Lip Balms Hand sanitizers

Blankets Notebooks Markers Eye Masks

Neck Pillows Comfy socks Knit hats

Hard candy Puzzle books Tissues

There will be age appropriate activities for children, includ-

ing making goodies that will be included in the Joy boxes.

If you or someone you know is interested in setting up a

table/booth please email Keely Bailey at

[email protected]

A free will offering will be taken for future community

programs here at Robeson Lutheran Church.

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RESERVATION FOR NURTURE YOUR SOUL NIGHT

December 4, 6-8 p.m.

Name: ________________________________________

Meal: Adults attending _____ Children attending _____

Program only: _____

Email:__________________________________

Phone: __________________________________

Deadline for reservations: November 27; walk ins are al-

ways welcome especially for the program at 6:30.

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NOVEMBER NEWS

FROM SOCIAL JUSTICE MINISTRY

ANGEL TREE PROJECT COMING ON SUNDAY NOV. 10TH!

Be sure to visit the foyer after services

to pick how you want to support this

ministry for the Christmas season. We

will be collecting presents, gift cards

and stockings for families in need in the

TV school district. The tree will be decorated with tags with

gift ideas for the children that you can select to provide

wrapped gifts. There will be stockings available on a nearby

table with a suggested list of stocking stuffers. You may also

donate money gift cards in any amount for the families to

purchase meal supplies or gifts.

PLEASE FILL OUT THE INFORMATION SHEET ON

THE TABLE TO RECORD YOUR NAME AND THE RE-

QUIRED DETAILS.

Please return all gifts by DECEMBER 8 so that they can be

delivered before the Holiday break. Your support of this

project will allow these children and their families to have a

special Christmas Whatever you can do to help is deeply

appreciated! A Thrivent Action Team will support this pro-

ject! Live Generously!!

We are also looking for a few volunteers after services to

assist people in getting tags and filling out the forms. Please

contact Bonnie Lauer if you are able to help with this.

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CARD PARTY WITH LUNCH!

ALSO on November 10th following

the late service at noon the SJM is

hosting a lunch followed by a card par-

ty!! We will make cards and have

printed cards to send a note of holiday

hope and joy to immigrants and refu-

gees, prisoners and hospitalized military veterans.

This is a simple but wonderful way to share the gift of God’s

love for all who are experiencing a time of difficulty, fear

and discouragement just as Mary and Joseph did. A great

project for ALL AGES!! Cards will be collected at this

event so they can be sent to the appropriate agency in time.

If you cannot make the event, you can prepare your own at

home and drop it off at the church office or the SJM mail

slot.

A Thrivent Action Team will support the supplies and food

for this event!