Good News Global, Gather and Give, Church Elections
Dear Stillmeadow Saints,
Paul’s Encouragement for the Church
We’re in the final two months of our year-long series: GodStory OurStory. It’s the “letters” part of the New Testament, where we look at what the early church leaders wrote to shepherd the church. Last week, we looked at the life and letters of Peter, and yesterday we looked at the life and letters of Paul. (see the City Campus message or the Stillmeadow Lane message).
Paul gives us plenty of autobiographical stories (see 1 Timothy 1:12-17, Acts 22:1-21, 26:1-29, Galatians 1:11-2:21, Philippians 3:4-14), but his testimony can be summarized like this: I was shown mercy so that my life would be a display of Jesus Christ’s immense patience. His Story became a billboard for the grace of Jesus…in the same way that our lives do as we surrender to God’s work.
The grace he experienced with Christ led him to work hard at building unity within the early church that faced all kinds of external and internal pressures to divide. He preached that Unity WITH Christ brings Unity IN Christ (Philippians 2:1-4) that Builds Bridges Across Ethnic, Economic and Gender Barriers (Galatians 3:26-28).
And even though he thought Jesus was coming back soon, he constantly found ways to invest in the future of the church reminding us that Ministry is INVESTMENT in the NEXT Generation.
Just Mercy Month Emphasis: Good News Global
In our first week of our Just Mercy Month, we emphasized the work that Michael Irvin is doing through Good News Global’s work in York County Prison. He is doing gospel work with people inside and outside the prison. When you give to Good News Global through Stillmeadow, you’re investing in God’s redemptive work through Michael Irvin. Check out www.stillnaz.com/justmercy for 5 Ways that you can partner with Good News Global this year.
Grace and Peace,
Josh
PS Thanks to those of you who prayed on our Day2Pray. We’re doing it again on November 25.
The Main Announcements
As we enjoy the fall, here are a few announcements
Kids Ministry Opportunities
Gather and Give — November 15
Church and Childcare Board Elections — November 9
Join Kid’s Ministry
Our Stillnaz Kid’s Ministry is looking for more volunteers with our babies, preschoolers, and elementary kids on Sunday mornings, and on Tuesday nights, where we work to present the story of God in developmentally appropriate ways and to help them discover what it looks like to live a life with Jesus! As I mentioned in our announcements yesterday, all lesson materials are provided. If you are feeling a call in your heart or are interested in serving with our kids, please reach out to pmoses@stillnaz.com or show interest by filling out the form at stillnaz.com/serve.
Gather & Give Pasta Dinner
Youth Ministries is excited to announce a special event coming to Stillmeadow Lane on Saturday, November 15th! GATHER & GIVE PASTA DINNER! There will also be an interactive dessert auction and silent auction!
This event will help raise funds for our youth to participate in Nazarene Youth Conference (NYC ’26)!
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 15th @ the Stillmeadow campus 400 STILLMEADOW LANE, YORK, PA 17404
START TIME @ 5:00PM
Adults $18/Ticket & Children 10 & Under $10/Ticket
Click HERE to get tickets
Church Board & Childcare Center Board Elections
The annual election will take place after each service at both campuses on Sunday, November 9. All members over the age of 15 can vote (age 13 and older can vote for NYI President). There are two flyers available at the Welcome Center (one for Church Board and One for Childcare Center Board) with nominee information and pictures to assist you to prepare.
Community Thanksgiving Dinner
Sunday, November 23 at 2:00PM at York City Campus. Volunteers are needed! Sign-up at stillnaz.com/givethanks25.
Celebrate Recovery Paint Event
Saturday, November 8 at 2:00pm at York City Campus. Sign up at stillnaz.com/crpaint.
Custodial Help Needed
This is a part-time position. Please contact Pastor Casey Harrison at charrison@stillnaz.com for more information or an application.
Grow with us in a Life Group
We are all on a discipleship pathway here at Stillmeadow and we believe we can't do it alone. We have life groups of all kinds to deeper our walk as we learn to intentionally share faith and life together in community while practicing the mission of Jesus through conversation, fellowship, prayer, service, and intimacy. You can find a list of our life groups at stillnaz.com/lifegroups.
Serve with us in Youth Ministry
Contact Pastor Tabitha (tmartin@stillnaz.com) to serve at the Stillmeadow Lane Campus or Pastor Casey (charrison@stillnaz.com) to serve at the York City Campus, or sign up at the serve button below.
Pray with us through our November-December Missions Prayer Card
You can submit a prayer request at stillnaz.com/prayerrequest.
Give with us to support Good News Jail and Prison Ministry.
The mission of Good News Jail & Prison Ministry is to help fulfill the Great Commission by reaching inmates with the Good News of Jesus Christ. Pray for them as they hold Bible studies, provide individual pastoral counseling, and support the various spiritual needs of more than 900 inmates. Pray for God to help these men and women experience life change which will have a significant impact on York County and the surrounding area. For more info: www.stillnaz.com/prisonministry. If you give online, choose “goodnews” from the dropdown or write “goodnews” in the memo line of your check.
Quarterly Giving Statement
Stillmeadow accomplishes its mission of Jesus to All Generations through the faithful generosity of God’s people. Because our accountability and transparency are important below is our quarterly income and expense report for the most recent quarter.
Condolences to…
Kelly Kile and Family. Kelly’s mother passed away October 14.