Our Next All Church Series Begins Oct 1, and more!
Hello Church Fam,
One of the ways that we “embrace unity” as a church is to have an “all church series” when we invite kids, youth and adult ministries across both campuses to focus on the same set of scriptures in the same period of time. These can be catalyzing experiences in the life of the church, moments that allow us space to keep in step with the Spirit together.
From October 1-29, we want to align our spirits and hearts around Jesus’ words in Matthew 21-22. Pastor John, Pastor Chris, Pastor Jade and Chastity and Pastor Rachel will all be preaching throughout this series.
I want to challenge you to…
Make every effort to come every Sunday.
Jump into a discipleship group to wrestle with the question of the week.
Do the daily readings.
Pray the daily prayers.
If you aren’t in a group: sign up here.
If you’d like to follow the daily readings and prayers: grab a guide at the welcome desk or download them here.
How Not To Be The Church
A brief look at Matthew 21-22 and you’ll see that Jesus was confronting the religious establishment of his day, providing correction in love, inviting them and us to leave behind unrepentant, fruitless, inattentive, hypocritical and unloving lives. So, we’re titling this series: “How Not To Be The Church.” What Jesus confronted then, he wants to cleanse today.
I’m praying that this will be a purifying time for our church, as we allow the Holy Spirit to reveal the areas of our lives that are resistant to His work and His way, so that we can Be the Church and Serve the World as He has destined us to be and do. I’m praying with hope-filled anticipation that God will deepen our dependence on Him and interdependence on each other through this series.
Will you pray for me and each other in this?
Jerk Chicken Dinner Fundraiser!
Join in and support our Work and Witness Team as they raise funds to continue the building projects in East Jamaica this January
Jerk Chicken Dinner w/ Silent Auction and Baked Goods Auction
September 30, 2023, doors open at 5:00 p.m.
Adults $16.00, Children under 10 $8.00
Tickets sold Sundays before each service or call Jess Dedrick at (717) 339-9689
The team is asking for donations of homemade desserts to auction! if you are able to contribute please call or text Lea Ann Shaffer at 717-779-4514. Delivery of the dessert will be 9/30 between 2 and 4PM.
Watch the Sunday Services
Stillmeadow Lane Campus —Pastor Josh Kleinfeld
York City Campus — Pastor Isabell Clark
Grow with us
Check out our listing of other groups and let us know if you’re interested in one. If you’d like help, you can contact Karon Kagan (kkagan@stillnaz.com) or Pastor Tabitha Martin (pastortabitha@stillnaz.com).
2023 All Church Series: How NOT To Be The Church- During the month of October all of our worship services and small groups are going to listen to Jesus’ compassionately corrective words in Matthew 21-22. If you’re not in a small group or you’ve been away from yours for a while, this is a good time to join in. If you’re not in a group, sign up at the button below.
Grace Class — The purpose of the Grace Class is to cultivate God's grace in our daily lives so that we might be ministers of God's grace in our circles of influence. (1 Peter 4:10). This group meets at 1:30PM every Wednesday in the lower level conference room of the Sprenkle House. uses the Faith Connections Bible Study Guide and is led by Pastor Steve and Cathy Grosvenor.
NEW Young Married Class-Are you soon to be married or have you been married for 10 years or less? Beginning October 8th at 10:30 in room 205 and led by Todd and Donna Henry, this group will start with a 6-week series called Sacred Marriage. Kidz Ministry is available. You can sign up at the button below.
Serve with us
You have been gifted and we’d be honored to serve with you. Click the link below to see the many ways you could use your gifts!
All Volunteer Potluck- Sunday, October 15th at 4:30PM. If you volunteer or are interested in volunteering at Stillmeadow in any way, let’s get our heads and hearts together for a night of celebration and training. It’s a potluck, so sign up at this link (Pot-Luck) to bring a dish to share with others. It’s family friendly and childcare will be provided for the breakout sessions!
Habitat for Humanity-Be a part of building needed housing! Contact s-cox@comcast.net for more info.
Pray with us
Let’s Pray with Nazarene Compassionate Ministries
The Sept 8 weekly prayer update included prayer for the Sudan Refugee Crisis, those impacted by Hurricane Idalia and for Holistic Child Development in Brazil. You can find specific ways to pray by following this link.
Let’s pray for the Fullers and the Youth and Young Adult Ministries
Last week, Pastor Chris and Emily announced that they are being called to serve in Loretto, PA, where Chris has been invited to serve as a prison chaplain. God is going to use this transition to strengthen our youth and young adult ministry. Just as God called Chris to take this next step, He is preparing us for our next step. So, please pray as we begin to plan the best path forward for this transition.
Give with us
God has given each of us gifts for us to share. In addition to giving a regular tithe, consider helping with our Crisis Care Kits or Alabaster Offering.
Alabaster Boxes — The Alabaster Fund helps Nazarene churches around the world with their construction projects. We have Alabaster boxes available at the Welcome Desk of each campus. Grab one and fill it with loose change. Or give online to the Alabaster Offering. We’ll be collecting the boxes at the end of September. See a video of how a boy from Italy gave HERE.
Crisis Care Kits — Nazarene Compassionate Ministries helps people affected by disasters, famines, etc, by sending Crisis Care Kits full of necessary supplies. You can find the list of supplies and instructions HERE.
Special Announcement
Accepting Applications for the Positions of Facilities Manager & Facilities Team Members- The positions are an important part of the ministry at Stillmeadow and are mostly second shift and weekends due to the nature of our church activities. Contact Pastor Kent at 717-577-4246 or pastorkent@stillnaz.com for more information or to apply.
Congratulations to…
The Goodyear Family who welcomed their new baby boy, Gabriel, on August 25.
Condolences to…
To the family of Michael Onley (including Janell Greer, Keli McGee and their mom, Trish Lackey) who passed away Sunday, September 17.
To the Family of Robert “Bob” Kottmyer who passed away Sunday, September 10.
I conclude this message with the theme verse for Nazarene Youth Conference and our memory verse for the last part of our Romans series:
May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit. Romans 15:13
We’re praying for you. Will you pray for us?
Pastor Josh and the Stillmeadow Team
PS…One of the things I love about our “All Church Series” is when we have our All Volunteer Potluck. This year we’re doing something different at the AVP. We’re having a casserole and dessert contest! Should be fun and informative! Sign up for the Potluck here.
Youth Ministry Announcement, Chicken Dinner and more
Dear Family of God,
Would you pray with us through the transition?
On Tuesday night, Pastor Chris shared with the youth ministry family that God has called him to serve as a prison chaplain in Loretto, PA. This means that we are moving into a transition season as we wrap up Chris’ time of service with us and prepare for what’s next in youth and young adult ministry. We are so grateful for the last four years we have shared with Pastor Chris and Emily. And we believe that God is going to use this transition to strengthen our youth and young adult ministry. Just as God called Chris to take this next step, He is preparing our youth and young adult ministry for their next step. So, please pray with me as we begin to plan the best path forward for this transition.
Read more about the transition here.
Let’s pray for “endurance and encouragement” through this transition so that we can live into this blessing from Paul in Romans 15:5.
“May the God who gives endurance and encouragement give you the same attitude of mind toward each other that Christ Jesus had, so that with one mind and one voice you may glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ.” (Romans 15:5)
Jerk Chicken Dinner Fundraiser!
Join in and support our Work and Witness Team as they raise funds to continue the building projects in East Jamaica this January
Jerk Chicken Dinner w/ Silent Auction and Baked Goods Auction
September 30, 2023, doors open at 5:00 p.m.
Adults $16.00, Children under 10 $8.00
Tickets sold Sundays before each service or call Jess Dedrick at (717) 339-9689
The team is asking for donations of homemade desserts to auction! if you are able to contribute please call or text Lea Ann Shaffer at 717-779-4514. Delivery of the dessert will be 9/30 between 2 and 4PM.
Watch the Sunday Services
Stillmeadow Lane Campus —Pastor Josh Kleinfeld
York City Campus — Pastor Jade & Chastity Frederick
Grow with us
Check out our listing of other groups and let us know if you’re interested in one. If you’d like help, you can contact Karon Kagan (kkagan@stillnaz.com) or Pastor Tabitha Martin (pastortabitha@stillnaz.com).
EHS (Emotionally Healthy Spirituality)-Unpack core biblical principles to guide you into lasting transformation in your relationship with Christ. Register at pastorbrad@stillnaz.com. Cost for books is $30. This 8 week course begins September 17th.
Intro to Stillmeadow-Church membership classes will begin again Sunday September 17, 2023. All desiring to know more about membership in the church are encouraged to attend. You can register by clicking the button below.
Grace Class — The purpose of the Grace Class is to cultivate God's grace in our daily lives so that we might be ministers of God's grace in our circles of influence. (1 Peter 4:10). This group meets at 1:30PM every Wednesday in the lower level conference room of the Sprenkle House. uses the Faith Connections Bible Study Guide and is led by Pastor Steve and Cathy Grosvenor.
Serve with us
You have been gifted and we’d be honored to serve with you. Click the link below to see the many ways you could use your gifts!
Habitat for Humanity-Be a part of building needed housing! Contact sue-cox@comcast.net for more info.
Pray with us
Let’s Pray with Nazarene Compassionate Ministries
The Sept 8 weekly prayer update included prayer for the Sudan Refugee Crisis, those impacted by Hurricane Idalia and for Holistic Child Development in Brazil. You can find specific ways to pray by following this link.
Let’s pray for our unsaved and lost neighbors and families
On August 20, many church family members came to the altars and prayed for those who do not yet know the power and love of God personally. Let’s continue those prayers and pound heaven on their behalf. If you’d like to share the name of your loved one so we can pray with you, share it below.
Give with us
God has given each of us gifts for us to share. In addition to giving a regular tithe, consider helping with our Crisis Care Kits or Alabaster Offering.
Alabaster Boxes — The Alabaster Fund helps Nazarene churches around the world with their construction projects. We have Alabaster boxes available at the Welcome Desk of each campus. Grab one and fill it with loose change. Or give online to the Alabaster Offering. We’ll be collecting the boxes at the end of September.
Crisis Care Kits — Nazarene Compassionate Ministries helps people affected by disasters, famines, etc, by sending Crisis Care Kits full of necessary supplies. You can find the list of supplies and instructions HERE.
Special Announcement
Accepting Applications for the Positions of Facilities Manager & Facilities Team Members- The positions are an important part of the ministry at Stillmeadow and are mostly second shift and weekends due to the nature of our church activities. Contact Pastor Kent at 717-577-4246 or pastorkent@stillnaz.com for more information or to apply.
Congratulations to…
The Goodyear Family who welcomed their new baby boy, Gabriel, on August 25.
Condolences to…
To the Family of Robert “Bob” Kottmyer who passed away this week.
I conclude this message with the theme verse for Nazarene Youth Conference and our memory verse for the last part of our Romans series:
May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit. Romans 15:13
We’re praying for you. Will you pray for us?
Pastor Josh and the Stillmeadow Team
PS…We’re starting our All Church Series called “How Not To Be the Church” on October 1. And we’re having our Annual All Volunteer Potluck on October 15. Save the dates!
Living out real love in groups, ministries, prayers and generosity
Dear Family of God,
On Sunday we began to explore Paul’s call to “Love unhypocritically” in Romans 12:9. The NIV translates it “Love must be sincere.” And it seems that the rest of the letter to Romans is unpacking what it means to love in a real way in the real community of believers and the real neighborhood of the world.
I’ve heard it said that the family is like a laboratory for the maturing of children and parents alike. Could it be that the church is a kind of “real love laboratory”? The church is the place and people in which God is renewing our thinking, transforming our character, strengthening our will to show love to all people in all things at all times.
This is why each one of us matters. “We have different gifts, according to the grace given to each of us” (Romans 12:6). And those gifts are meant to be used in small groups, in ministry, in regular prayer and in faithful generosity. Sometimes these things are easy to join in and stick with, and other times these things require determination. So, let Paul’s blessing in Romans 15:5 be an encouragement as you consider how you will live out God’s love this fall in a small group, ministry team, dedication to prayer and in giving. The rest of the email gives opportunities for you to join in.
“May the God who gives endurance and encouragement give you the same attitude of mind toward each other that Christ Jesus had, so that with one mind and one voice you may glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ.” (Romans 15:5)
Watch the Sunday Services
Stillmeadow Lane Campus —Pastor Josh Kleinfeld
York City Campus —
Grow with us
Check out our listing of other groups and let us know if you’re interested in one. If you’d like help, you can contact Karon Kagan (kkagan@stillnaz.com) or Pastor Tabitha Martin (pastortabitha@stillnaz.com).
EHS (Emotionally Healthy Spirituality)-Unpack core biblical principles to guide you into lasting transformation in your relationship with Christ. Register at pastorbrad@stillnaz.com. Cost for books is $30. This 8 week course begins September 17th.
Intro to Stillmeadow-Church membership classes will begin again Sunday September 17, 2023. All desiring to know more about membership in the church are encouraged to attend. You can register by clicking the button below.
GriefShare-You don’t have to go through the grieving process alone. A new 12 week cycle of GriefShare will begin Saturday, September 9th at 10AM in Rm. #112. You can register by clicking the button below.
Serve with us
You have been gifted and we’d be honored to serve with you. Here are two of the many ways you can join in. Click the button to sign up for these or see the other opportunities.
Praise Team/Media Tech-if you are interested in serving on the Praise Team or Media Tech Team please contact pastorjohn@stillnaz.com or sign up below. No experience needed to serve in Media. Training will be provided.
Stillnaz Kidz Ministry —To learn more about the many opportunities to serve in our growing Stillnaz Kidz Ministry please contact pastorrachel@stillnaz.com or go to stillnaz.com/serve.
Pray with us
Let’s Pray for York Together This Summer
Let’s join our heads and hearts in prayer for York. Check out the daily prayer guide at the link below. Share your requests at the link below as well.
Let’s pray for our unsaved and lost neighbors and families
On August 20, many church family members came to the altars and prayed for those who do not yet know the power and love of God personally. Let’s continue those prayers and pound heaven on their behalf. If you’d like to share the name of your loved one so we can pray with you, share it below.
Give with us
God has given each of us gifts for us to share. In addition to giving a regular tithe, consider helping with our Crisis Care Kits or Gift Cards for School Guidance Counselors.
EJAM Fundraiser-Support our Work and Witness Team as they raise funds to continue the building projects in East Jamaica this January
Jerk Chicken Dinner w/ Silent Auction and Baked Goods Auction
September 30, 2023
doors open at 5:00 p.m.
Adults $16.00
Children under 10 $8.00
Tickets sold Sundays before each service
or Call Jess Dedrick at (717) 339-9689
The team is asking for donations of homemade desserts to auction! if you are able to contribute please call or text Lea Ann Shaffer at 717-779-4514. Delivery of the dessert will be 9/30 between 2 and 4PM.
Alabaster Boxes — The Alabaster Fund helps Nazarene churches around the world with their construction projects. We have Alabaster boxes available at the Welcome Desk of each campus. Grab one and fill it with loose change. Or give online to the Alabaster Offering. We’ll be collecting the boxes at the end of September.
Special Announcement
Accepting Applications for the Positions of Facilities Manager & Facilities Team Members- The positions are an important part of the ministry at Stillmeadow and are mostly second shift and weekends due to the nature of our church activities. Contact Pastor Kent at 717-577-4246 or pastorkent@stillnaz.com for more information or to apply.
Congratulations to…
The Goodyear Family who welcomed their new baby boy, Gabriel, on August 25.
Condolences to…
To the Family of Sharon Williams. Sharon passed away Wednesday, August 9.
I conclude this message with the theme verse for Nazarene Youth Conference and our memory verse for the last part of our Romans series:
May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit. Romans 15:13
We’re praying for you. Will you pray for us?
Pastor Josh and the Stillmeadow Team
PS…As we turn into the fall season, this is a good time to revisit or create your “Personal Growth Plan.” For many the fall is a new routine and presents different challenges, so adjusting your PGP is like adjusting the sails on a boat according to how the wind is blowing. I’m praying specifically for you in this transition season. If you’d like to discuss your personal growth plan, I’d recommend you connect with your small group or ministry leader. And if you’d like, feel free to reach out for guidance: pastorjosh@stillnaz.com
Did you see that? Will you grow, serve and give with us this fall?
Dear Family of God,
Did you see that? What an incredible day of celebration we had on Sunday’s Welcome Bash. What a joy to worship together as both campuses, to receive the word through Pastor Bryan Todd, to hear the testimonies of the baptized, to play together too! I encourage you to go back and listen to those testimonies again. Pray for those baptized and pray for more folks to surrender their hearts to God’s work!
HOW WILL YOU ENGAGE IN GOD’S WORK THIS FALL?
As we turn to the Fall, will you consider how you can engage in God’s work? We want you to grow with us in a small group, serve with us in a ministry and give with us to make a difference in this world. Check out the rest of this message for ways to grow, serve and give with us.
Watch the Bash Again!
Stillmeadow Lane Campus —Welcome Bash with York City Campus-Guest Pastor Bryan Todd
Grow with us
Check out our listing of other groups and let us know if you’re interested in one. If you’d like help, you can contact Karon Kagan (kkagan@stillnaz.com) or Pastor Tabitha Martin (pastortabitha@stillnaz.com).
EHS (Emotionally Healthy Spirituality)-Unpack core biblical principles to guide you into lasting transformation in your relationship with Christ. Register at pastorbrad@stillnaz.com. Cost for books is $30. This 8 week course begins September 17th.
Intro to Stillmeadow-Church membership classes will begin again Sunday September 17, 2023. All desiring to know more about membership in the church are encouraged to attend. You can register by clicking the button below.
GriefShare-You don’t have to go through the grieving process alone. A new 12 week cycle of GriefShare will begin Saturday, September 9th at 10AM in Rm. #112. You can register by clicking the button below.
Serve with us
You have been gifted and we’d be honored to serve with you. Here are two of the many ways you can join in. Click the button to sign up for these or see the other opportunities.
Praise Team/Media Tech-if you are interested in serving on the Praise Team or Media Tech Team please contact pastorjohn@stillnaz.com or sign up below. No experience needed to serve in Media. Training will be provided.
Stillnaz Kidz Ministry —To learn more about the many opportunities to serve in our growing Stillnaz Kidz Ministry please contact pastorrachel@stillnaz.com or go to stillnaz.com/serve.
Pray with us
Let’s Pray for York Together This Summer
Let’s join our heads and hearts in prayer for York. Check out the daily prayer guide at the link below. Share your requests at the link below as well.
Let’s pray for our unsaved and lost neighbors and families
On Sunday, many church family members came to the altars and prayed for those who do not yet know the power and love of God personally. Let’s continue those prayers and pound heaven on their behalf. If you’d like to share the name of your loved one so we can pray with you, share it below.
Give with us
God has given each of us gifts for us to share. In addition to giving a regular tithe, consider helping with our Crisis Care Kits or Gift Cards for School Guidance Counselors.
EJAM Fundraiser-Support our Work and Witness Team as they raise funds to continue the building projects in East Jamaica this January
Jerk Chicken Dinner w/ Silent Auction and Baked Goods Auction
September 30, 2023
doors open at 5:00 p.m.
Adults $16.00
Children under 10 $8.00
Tickets sold Sundays before each service
or Call Jess Detrick at (717) 339-9689
The team is asking for donations of homemade desserts to auction! if you are able to contribute please call or text Lea Ann Shaffer at 717-779-4514. Delivery of the dessert will be 9/30 between 2 and 4PM.
Alabaster Boxes — The Alabaster Fund helps Nazarene churches around the world with their construction projects. We have Alabaster boxes available at the Welcome Desk of each campus. Grab one and fill it with loose change. Or give online to the Alabaster Offering. We’ll be collecting the boxes at the end of September.
Special Announcement
Accepting Applications for the Positions of Facilities Manager & Facilities Team Members- The positions are an important part of the ministry at Stillmeadow and are mostly second shift and weekends due to the nature of our church activities. Contact Pastor Kent at 717-577-4246 or pastorkent@stillnaz.com for more information or to apply.
Congratulations to…
The Goodyear Family who welcomed their new baby boy, Gabriel, on August 25.
Condolences to…
To the Family of Sharon Williams. Sharon passed away Wednesday, August 9.
To Melissa Franklin and Family. Melissa’s sister Jannie Rowe passed away Sunday, July 30.
I conclude this message with the theme verse for Nazarene Youth Conference and our memory verse for the last part of our Romans series:
May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit. Romans 15:13
Overflowing with hope,
Pastor Josh and the Stillmeadow Team
PS…See you at the Bash!
Why Your Presence at the Welcome Bash matters, and more
Dear Family of God,
As God formed the community of the Israelites, he gave them a multitude of feasts. And while these feasts featured eating and fellowship, food and friendship were not the primary point. Each feast pointed back to a core part of the identity of the Israelite’s covenantal relationship with God. It was a sacred time set aside to remember God’s care, celebrate His provision, and renew their commitment to God and His way.
With that in mind, one of the most significant milestones in the life of Stillmeadow was the re-establishment of our work and partnership in the city through our York City Campus (nearly 20 years). Our Welcome Bash is one of our ways of remembering God’s care for us and our city and county, celebrating His provision of our church family and renewing our commitment to God’s call on us as a church.
That’s why your presence matters! You have a vital role in sharing the good news with our neighbors. So, come out on Sunday at 10AM to our Stillmeadow Lane Campus. Below you’ll find the basic schedule and 7 ways to prepare for the Welcome Bash.
Schedule (because some folks like to know!)
10AM Worship (Family Life Center)
11AM Baptisms (Family Life Center)
11:30AM Food Trucks, Bounce Houses, Kickball (Upper Parking Lot)
2:30PM Clean Up (Upper Parking Lot)
7 Ways to Prepare for the Bash on Sunday
Pray for the unity of our church family, for those getting baptized, for the guests who will be with us, for our guest preacher Bryan Todd.
Bring a gift card to Target, Kohls or Walmart to assist Guidance Counselors at Goode, Roundtown and Sinking Springs Elementary. You can put them in the offering baskets.
Plan to introduce yourself to 2-5 people you do not know or recognize. Practice welcome! See if you can find folks not from your own service, group or campus.
Invite your friends and family members that you’ve been praying for. Witnessing baptisms and hearing testimonies and sharing food together are all great ways for people to be exposed to the life changing good news of Jesus.
Share your seat. Since we’ll be combining all three weekend services into one, it is likely that your regular chair will be occupied. Pretend the person in “your seat” is Jesus himself and treat them accordingly.
Plan to stay after the service for fellowship. Bring money for lunch at the Food Trucks (Mr. Frosty, Smoke-n-Hogs, Taqueria El Camino, & Z&D Fries). We will have a tent with tables for eating together, but feel free to bring lawn chairs and blankets to cheer on the kickball teams.
Pray. Did I say that already? Yes, but as Paul says, “Be faithful in prayer” (Rom 12:12). What’s wild to me is that Jesus prayed for unity in the church (John 17) and is right now praying for us (Hebrews 7:25, Romans 8:34). So, when we pray, we’re joining Him in the work that He is doing! And when we practice Christian unity in worship and fellowship, we’re living out His prayer!
One last thing: if you or someone you know is still interested in being baptized and haven’t signed up, we’d love to celebrate that. Please sign up at the button below. Just note: we’ll have a time of instruction at 9 before the service.
Hear Sunday’s Services
Stillmeadow Lane Campus — Pastor Josh Kleinfeld
York City Campus —Pastor Jade Frederick
Grow with us
Check out our listing of other groups and let us know if you’re interested in one. If you’d like help, you can contact Karon Kagan (kkagan@stillnaz.com) or Pastor Tabitha Martin (pastortabitha@stillnaz.com).
EHS (Emotionally Healthy Spirituality)-Unpack core biblical principles to guide you into lasting transformation in your relationship with Christ. Register at pastorbrad@stillnaz.com. Cost for books is $30. This 8 week course begins September 17th.
Intro to Stillmeadow-Church membership classes will begin again Sunday September 17, 2023. All desiring to know more about membership in the church are encouraged to attend. You can register by clicking the button below.
Serve with us
You have been gifted and we’d be honored to serve with you. Here are two of the many ways you can join in. Click the button to sign up for these or see the other opportunities.
Care Team-A part of Engagement Ministry, Care Team members attend to the needs of attendees experiencing medical or other unusual issues during services and events. We are seeking people willing to serve. Background in medical, mental health, crisis intervention or public safety is helpful but not required to serve. Contact Wayne Rumsey (wayner3429@gmail.com) or sign-up at the serve button below.
Fawn Grove Nazarene Compassionate Ministries Center — On the first Wednesday of every month we have a group that serves, helping organize clothing and Crisis Care Kits and whatever else is needed. Contact Sue Cox (sue-cox@comcast.net) if you’re interested or sign up below.
Pray with us
Let’s Pray for York Together This Summer
Let’s join our heads and hearts in prayer for York. Check out the daily prayer guide at the link below. Share your requests at the link below as well.
Let’s pray for our unsaved and lost neighbors and families
On Sunday, many church family members came to the altars and prayed for those who do not yet know the power and love of God personally. Let’s continue those prayers and pound heaven on their behalf. If you’d like to share the name of your loved one so we can pray with you, share it below.
Give with us
God has given each of us gifts for us to share. In addition to giving a regular tithe, consider helping with our Crisis Care Kits or Gift Cards for School Guidance Counselors.
Crisis Care Kits —One way the Church of the Nazarene supports people facing natural and humanitarian disasters is through Crisis Care Kits. These are little packs that help meet basic needs. If you’d like to help, you can build kits of your own and bring them into Stillmeadow. You can find the list and instructions HERE.
Gift Cards for School Guidance Counselors — Often schools and counseling offices help meet basic needs of their students by purchasing needed items. We’d like to show our support by collecting gift cards from Target, Walmart and Kohls for Guidance Counselors as they serve at Goode, Sinking Springs and Roundtown Elementary (the three closest elementary schools to our two campuses). Bring your gift cards to the Welcome Bash and put them in the offering!
Special Announcement
Accepting Applications for the Positions of Facilities Manager & Facilities Team Members- The positions are an important part of the ministry at Stillmeadow and are mostly second shift and weekends due to the nature of our church activities. Contact Pastor Kent at 717-577-4246 or pastorkent@stillnaz.com for more information or to apply.
Condolences to…
To the Family of Sharon Williams. Sharon passed away Wednesday, August 9.
To Melissa Franklin and Family. Melissa’s sister Jannie Rowe passed away Sunday, July 30.
I conclude this message with the theme verse for Nazarene Youth Conference and our memory verse for the last part of our Romans series:
May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit. Romans 15:13
Overflowing with hope,
Pastor Josh and the Stillmeadow Team
PS…See you at the Bash!
3 Ways to Respond to Maui Fires, and more
Dear Family,
Our current mini-series in the letter to the Romans is about “Sharing the Gospel.” Sharing the gospel is more than words, but also acts of love. As we see Romans 13:8-9 says, “Let no debt remain outstanding, except the continuing debt to love one another, for whoever loves others has fulfilled the law. The commandments, “you shall not commit adultery,”…”murder,”…”steal,”…”covet,” and whatever other command there may be, are summed up in this one command: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’”
As citizens of God’s kingdom, we are called to see and love every human as our neighbor, no matter where they are from. This includes the people who have suffered devastating loss in the wildfires of Maui (read about it here). So, here are three ways to respond in love to the fires of Maui.
1. Pray (from Nazarene Compassionate Ministries August 11 Prayer Email)
While searches for survivors continue, Nazarene churches are providing care to neighbors and vacationers in need. Kahului Church of the Nazarene and Pukalani Community Church of the Nazarene have opened their facilities to shelter evacuees from affected areas.
All members of Pukalani church survived the fire, but two families lost their businesses. Yesterday, the church was able to send food and supplies to Lahaina, where fires destroyed the entire town, and they continue to offer food, water, clothing, showers, and toiletries to anyone in need.
We pray for the residents of Maui and visitors to the island who have been impacted by these wildfires. For those who are grieving the loss of loved ones, or who don’t yet know if their loved ones are safe, we pray for peace and comfort. Provide strength and encouragement to all first responders, and all who must rebuild their lives after devastating loss. Lord, hear our prayers.
2. Financially Support Relief Efforts through local Nazarene Church
WorldVision is working with Pukalani Nazarene. You can give directly to WorldVision here. And you can give directly to the church here.
3. Pack a Crisis Care Kit
We have been collecting Crisis Care Kits for such a time as this. And because of your help the Nazarene Compassionate MInistries center in Fawn Grove just shipped out a container of Crisis Care Kits to Maui. This means we’ll need to restock the Ministry Center for the next crisis. Here’s how to pack a kit.
And let’s pray for the Welcome Bash and Baptism Day on August 27. Let’s ask God to unify Stillmeadow, to use the Welcome Bash as a place for non-believers and newer believers to experience His hospitality through His people, to bless the Food Truck Teams (Mr. Frosty, Smoke-n-Hogs, Taqueria El Camino, & Z&D Fries) as they prepare, to use the event to strengthen the relational bonds between generations and campuses.
As you pray, Save the Date! Sunday August 27th at 10AM at the Stillmeadow Lane Campus! Worship Service will be in the Family Life Center and Food Trucks and games will be outside after the service. If you would like to be baptized you can sign-up here.
Hear Sunday’s Services
Stillmeadow Lane Campus — Pastor Josh Kleinfeld
York City Campus —Pastor Jade & Chastity Frederick
Youth Fall Retreat 2023
September 8-10 at Camp Penn in Waynesboro, PA. Cost is $50. Deadline to register is August 22nd. You can register here.
Grow with us
Check out our listing of other groups and let us know if you’re interested in one. If you’d like help, you can contact Karon Kagan (kkagan@stillnaz.com) or Pastor Tabitha Martin (pastortabitha@stillnaz.com).
EHS (Emotionally Healthy Spirituality)-Unpack core biblical principles to guide you into lasting transformation in your relationship with Christ. Register at pastorbrad@stillnaz.com. Cost for books is $30. This 8 week course begins September 17th.
Intro to Stillmeadow-Church membership classes will begin again Sunday September 17, 2023. All desiring to know more about membership in the church are encouraged to attend. You can register by clicking the button below.
Serve with us
You have been gifted and we’d be honored to serve with you. Here are three of the many ways you can join in. Click the button to sign up for these or see the other opportunities.
Care Team-A part of Engagement Ministry, Care Team members attend to the needs of attendees experiencing medical or other unusual issues during services and events. We are seeking people willing to serve. Background in medical, mental health, crisis intervention or public safety is helpful but not required to serve. Contact Wayne Rumsey (wayner3429@gmail.com) or sign-up at the serve button below.
Welcome Bash-Many hands are needed to make this event special! If you are able to serve at this event on Sunday, August 27th please click the button below to sign-up.
Fawn Grove Nazarene Compassionate Ministries Center — On the first Wednesday of every month we have a group that serves, helping organize clothing and Crisis Care Kits and whatever else is needed. Contact Sue Cox (sue-cox@comcast.net) if you’re interested or sign up below.
Pray with us
Let’s Pray for York Together This Summer
Let’s join our heads and hearts in prayer for York. Check out the daily prayer guide at the link below. Share your requests at the link below as well.
Let’s pray for our unsaved and lost neighbors and families
On Sunday, many church family members came to the altars and prayed for those who do not yet know the power and love of God personally. Let’s continue those prayers and pound heaven on their behalf. If you’d like to share the name of your loved one so we can pray with you, share it below.
Give with us
God has given each of us gifts for us to share. In addition to giving a regular tithe, consider helping with our Crisis Care Kits or Gift Cards for School Guidance Counselors.
Crisis Care Kits —One way the Church of the Nazarene supports people facing natural and humanitarian disasters is through Crisis Care Kits. These are little packs that help meet basic needs. If you’d like to help, you can build kits of your own and bring them into Stillmeadow. You can find the list and instructions HERE.
Gift Cards for School Guidance Counselors — Often schools and counseling offices help meet basic needs of their students by purchasing needed items. We’d like to show our support by collecting gift cards from Target, Walmart and Kohls for Guidance Counselors as they serve at Goode, Sinking Springs and Roundtown Elementary (the three closest elementary schools to our two campuses). Bring your gift cards to the Welcome Bash and put them in the offering!
Special Announcement
Accepting Applications for the Positions of Facilities Manager & Facilities Team Members- The positions are an important part of the ministry at Stillmeadow and are mostly second shift and weekends due to the nature of our church activities. Contact Pastor Kent at 717-577-4246 or pastorkent@stillnaz.com for more information or to apply.
Condolences to…
To the Family of Sharon Williams. Sharon passed away Wednesday, August 9.
To Melissa Franklin and Family. Melissa’s sister Jannie Rowe passed away Sunday, July 30.
To Corey Sell and Family. Corey’s grandmother, Norma Jean Keener, passed away on July 20.
I conclude this message with the theme verse for Nazarene Youth Conference and our memory verse for the last part of our Romans series:
May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit. Romans 15:13
Overflowing with hope,
Pastor Josh and the Stillmeadow Team
PS…One of my favorite things is to serve with my family. There were plenty of opportunities listed in this message. Consider packing a Crisis Care Kit with your family, or serving as greeters for the Welcome Bash as a family or Praying for Maui as a family.
Blessing the next generation
Dear Family,
Blessing the next generation
There are a many ways to “bless” another person. As a church, we are called to bless through prayer, encouragement and generosity. Here are three ways that we can bless the next generation over the next week!
If you read this today (Thursday, August 10), you can pray for the 5 kids and 2 workers going to kids camp from August 7-11. Let’s ask God to speak to the kids like He spoke to Samuel in the Old Testament and Mary in the New Testament. Let’s ask God to encourage the workers. And when we know not how to pray, let’s allow the Spirit to pray (Romans 8:26).
And when you come to church this Sunday (August 13), you can pray for the kids, youth and teachers on Blessing of the Backpack Sunday. After we pray for them, find a way to bless them with a word of encouragement.
Last Sunday was Sergio Paul’s last Sunday to serve as Summer Intern. You can bless him by investing in his future by giving to the Intern Fund, which goes directly to a scholarship for his studies at Temple University. Click here to give online.
And let’s pray for the Welcome Bash and Baptism Day on August 27. Let’s ask God to unify Stillmeadow, to use the Welcome Bash as a place for non-believers and newer believers to experience His hospitality through His people, to bless the Food Truck Teams (Mr. Frosty, Smoke-n-Hogs, Taqueria El Camino, & Z&D Fries) as they prepare, to use the event to strengthen the relational bonds between generations and campuses.
As you pray, Save the Date! Sunday August 27th at 10AM at the Stillmeadow Lane Campus! Worship Service will be in the Family Life Center and Food Trucks and games will be outside after the service. If you would like to be baptized you can sign-up here.
Hear Sunday’s Services
Stillmeadow Lane Campus — Pastor Josh Kleinfeld
York City Campus —Chastity Frederick
Youth Fall Retreat 2023
September 8-10 at Camp Penn in Waynesboro, PA. Cost is $50. Deadline to register is August 22nd. You can register here.
Grow with us
Check out our listing of other groups and let us know if you’re interested in one. If you’d like help, you can contact Karon Kagan (kkagan@stillnaz.com) or Pastor Tabitha Martin (pastortabitha@stillnaz.com).
EHS (Emotionally Healthy Spirituality)-Unpack core biblical principles to guide you into lasting transformation in your relationship with Christ. Register at pastorbrad@stillnaz.com. Cost for books is $30. This 8 week course begins September 17th.
Dudes & Food-Men! Join us for food, prayer, conversation! This group is led by Rich Renoll and Wayne Rumsey and meets at 7AM the first Thursday of each month at Round the Clock Diner on Rt. 30
Intro to Stillmeadow-Church membership classes will begin again Sunday September 17, 2023. All desiring to know more about membership in the church are encouraged to attend. You can register by clicking the button below.
Serve with us
You have been gifted and we’d be honored to serve with you. Here are two of the many ways you can join in. Click the button to sign up for these or see the other opportunities.
Care Team-A part of Engagement Ministry, Care Team members attend to the needs of attendees experiencing medical or other unusual issues during services and events. We are seeking people willing to serve. Background in medical, mental health, crisis intervention or public safety is helpful but not required to serve. Contact Wayne Rumsey (wayner3429@gmail.com) or sign-up at the serve button below.
Welcome Bash-Many hands are needed to make this event special! If you are able to serve at this event on Sunday, August 27th please click the button below to sign-up.
Pray with us
Let’s Pray for York Together This Summer
Let’s join our heads and hearts in prayer for York. Check out the daily prayer guide at the link below. Share your requests at the link below as well.
Give with us
God has given each of us gifts for us to share. In addition to giving a regular tithe, consider helping with our Crisis Care Kits or Gift Cards for School Guidance Counselors.
Crisis Care Kits —One way the Church of the Nazarene supports people facing natural and humanitarian disasters is through Crisis Care Kits. These are little packs that help meet basic needs. If you’d like to help, you can build kits of your own and bring them into Stillmeadow. You can find the list and instructions HERE.
Gift Cards for School Guidance Counselors — Often schools and counseling offices help meet basic needs of their students by purchasing needed items. We’d like to show our support by collecting gift cards from Target, Walmart and Kohls for Guidance Counselors as they serve at Goode, Sinking Springs and Roundtown Elementary (the three closest elementary schools to our two campuses). Bring your gift cards to the Welcome Bash and put them in the offering!
Special Announcement
Accepting Applications for the Positions of Facilities Manager & Facilities Team Members- The positions are an important part of the ministry at Stillmeadow and are mostly second shift and weekends due to the nature of our church activities. Contact Pastor Kent at 717-577-4246 or pastorkent@stillnaz.com for more information or to apply.
Condolences to…
To the Family of Sharon Williams. Sharon passed away Wednesday, August 9. Visitation will be at 9:30AM and Service at 10:30AM on Tuesday, August 15th at Diehl Funeral Home 87 S. Main St., Mt. Wolf, PA.
To Melissa Franklin and Family. Melissa’s sister Jannie Rowe passed away Sunday, July 30.
To Corey Sell and Family. Corey’s grandmother, Norma Jean Keener, passed away on July 20.
To Lee Lindsay and Julie Callender. Lee’s wife (Julie’s mom), Millie Lindsay passed away July 8. A service will be held at Stillmeadow at noon on August 12, with visitation beginning at 11.
I conclude this message with the theme verse for Nazarene Youth Conference and our memory verse for the last part of our Romans series:
May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit. Romans 15:13
Overflowing with hope,
Pastor Josh and the Stillmeadow Team
PS…Have you written or do you have a prayer that you pray daily? Two Sundays ago, I invited folks to write out a daily prayer as a way to pay attention to and join in God’s work in our daily circumstances. If you have one that you pray daily that you’d be willing to share with me, I’d love to hear/see it: pastorjosh@stillnaz.com. I’ll share mine with you too!
PPS Here’s a daily prayer from the Lectio365 App.
Father, help me to live this day to the full,
being true to You, in every way.
Jesus, help me to give myself away to others,
being kind to everyone I meet.
Spirit, help me to love the lost,
proclaiming Christ in all I do and say.
Amen.
Pray with Jesus for Kids Camp and the Welcome Bash
Dear Family,
Prayer is a mystery we are invited into…
In Romans 8, Paul gives us two mysteries about prayer to ponder. First, as believers, we have the Holy Spirit in us, praying for us (Romans 8:26). Second, we have “Christ Jesus who died—more than that, who was raised to life—is at the right hand of God and is also interceding for us” (Romans 8:34).
Right now, and for all time, the three Persons of the Trinity are lovingly communicating with each other about me and you.
Whoa.
Keep that in mind with what I’m saying next. When we pray, we enter into that loving communication process. When we ask God for help, when we reach out for guidance, when we lift our soul to His, we are wrapped up in divine love.
When we pray for others…we’re stepping into the divine stream of love for those people. So, let’s pray for the 5 kids and 2 workers going to kids camp from August 7-11. Let’s ask God to speak to the kids like He spoke to Samuel in the Old Testament and Mary in the New Testament. Let’s ask God to encourage the workers. And when we know not how to pray, let’s allow the Spirit to pray (Romans 8:26).
And let’s pray for the Welcome Bash and Baptism Day on August 27. Let’s ask God to unify Stillmeadow, to use the Welcome Bash as a place for non-believers and newer believers to experience His hospitality through His people, to bless the Food Truck Teams (Mr. Frosty, Smoke-n-Hogs, Taqueria El Camino, & Z&D Fries) as they prepare, to use the event to strengthen the relational bonds between generations and campuses.
As you pray, Save the Date! Sunday August 27th at 10AM at the Stillmeadow Lane Campus! Worship Service will be in the Family Life Center and Food Trucks and games will be outside after the service. If you would like to be baptized you can sign-up here.
Hear Sunday’s Services
Stillmeadow Lane Campus — Pastor Josh Kleinfeld (this is a link to 07/23, because our internet was down on 07/30)
York City Campus —Pastor Jade Frederick
Youth Fall Retreat 2023
September 8-10 at Camp Penn in Waynesboro, PA. Cost is $50. Deadline to register is August 22nd. You can register here.
Grow with us
Check out our listing of other groups and let us know if you’re interested in one. If you’d like help, you can contact Karon Kagan (kkagan@stillnaz.com) or Pastor Tabitha Martin (pastortabitha@stillnaz.com).
N.O.M.A (No One Matures Alone)-N.O.M.A Adult Discipleship Groups take place at various locations. If you would like to be a part of a N.O.M.A group contact Pastor Tabitha Martin (pastortabitha@stillnaz.com).
Membership Class-Church membership classes will begin again Sunday September 17, 2023. All desiring to know more about membership in the church are encouraged to attend. You can register by clicking the button below.
Serve with us
You have been gifted and we’d be honored to serve with you. Here are two of the many ways you can join in. Click the button to sign up for these or see the other opportunities.
Care Team-A part of Engagement Ministry, Care Team members attend to the needs of attendees experiencing medical or other unusual issues during services and events. We are seeking people willing to serve. Background in medical, mental health, crisis intervention or public safety is helpful but not required to serve. Contact Wayne Rumsey (wayner3429@gmail.com) or sign-up at the serve button below.
Welcome Bash-Many hands are needed to make this event special! If you are able to serve at this event on Sunday, August 27th please click the button below to sign-up.
Pray with us
Let’s Pray for York Together This Summer
Let’s join our heads and hearts in prayer for York. Check out the daily prayer guide at the link below. Share your requests at the link below as well.
Give with us
God has given each of us gifts for us to share. In addition to giving a regular tithe, consider helping with our FIN Fund or Rise Against Hunger.
Rise Against Hunger — Let’s meet (or exceed!?) our goal of $4000 to pack 10,000 meals for families in need. Check out the impact here. Choose “Rise Against Hunger” online or write it in the memo of your check.
Summer Intern–Please join us in continuing to support Sergio by donating toward his college education. If you are giving online choose “Intern Fund” or write intern in the memo of your check.
Special Announcement
Accepting Applications for the Positions of Facilities Manager & Facilities Team Members- The positions are an important part of the ministry at Stillmeadow and are mostly second shift and weekends due to the nature of our church activities. Contact Pastor Kent at 717-577-4246 or pastorkent@stillnaz.com for more information or to apply.
Condolences to…
To Melissa Franklin and Family. Melissa’s sister Jannie Rowe passed away Sunday, July 30.
To Corey Sell and Family. Corey’s grandmother, Norma Jean Keener, passed away on July 20.
To Lee Lindsay and Julie Callender. Lee’s wife (Julie’s mom), Millie Lindsay passed away July 8. A service will be held at Stillmeadow at noon on August 12, with visitation beginning at 11.
I conclude this message with the theme verse for Nazarene Youth Conference and our memory verse for the last part of our Romans series:
May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit. Romans 15:13
Overflowing with hope,
Pastor Josh and the Stillmeadow Team
PS…Have you written or do you have a prayer that you pray daily? In Sunday’s message, I invited folks to write out a daily prayer as a way to pay attention to and join in God’s work in our daily circumstances. If you have one that you pray daily that you’d be willing to share with me, I’d love to hear/see it: pastorjosh@stillnaz.com. I’ll share mine with you too!
Family Worship and Rise Against Hunger this Sunday
Dear Family,
Family Worship is this Sunday, July 30!
One of the most important things we do as a church is pass the faith along to the next generation. This isn’t just about passing “information” along, as if reciting theology is our goal. No, this is about sharing the essential practices that help us become like Jesus.
How are they going to know Jesus and how are they going to know how to worship Him and grow in Him? Relationships with others who know and worship and serve Jesus. That’s how. Our family ministry events are about building and sustaining relationships through which our children and youth can encounter Jesus in each other and in the lives of the generations ahead of them.
And this Sunday we get to both Worship Together and Serve Together across generations. We’ll pray, praise, and learn together in the Worship Services and then we’ll join our hands and hearts in ministry during the Rise Against Hunger event right after the 10:30 service. And FYI, we will have our nursery open for our 0 - 2 year olds during the worship services.
During our Worship Service together, we’re going to recite the Apostle’s Creed together. This statement reminds us of the essential beliefs of our faith, the ones that unite us with other Christians across denominational lines. Slowly read over this and give thanks to God for the story that shapes us.
“I believe in God the Father Almighty,
Maker of heaven and earth;
“And in Jesus Christ, His only Son, our Lord;
who was conceived by the Holy Spirit,
born of the Virgin Mary,
suffered under Pontius Pilate,
was crucified, dead, and buried;
He descended into hell;
the third day He rose again from the dead;
He ascended into heaven,
and sits at the right hand of God the Father Almighty;
from thence He shall come to judge the quick and the dead.
“I believe in the Holy Spirit,
the holy Church of Jesus Christ,
the communion of saints,
the forgiveness of sins,
the resurrection of the body,
and the life everlasting.”
Welcome Bash & Baptism
Also! Save the Date! Sunday August 27th at 10AM at the Stillmeadow Lane Campus! Worship Service will be in the Family Life Center and Food Trucks and games will be outside after the service. If you would like to be baptized you can sign-up here.
Hear Sunday’s Services
Stillmeadow Lane Campus — Pastor Josh Kleinfeld
York City Campus —Pastor Isabell Clark
Youth Fall Retreat 2023
September 8-10 at Camp Penn in Waynesboro, PA. Cost is $50. Deadline to register is August 22nd. You can register here.
Grow with us
Check out our listing of other groups and let us know if you’re interested in one. If you’d like help, you can contact Karon Kagan (kkagan@stillnaz.com) or Pastor Tabitha Martin (pastortabitha@stillnaz.com).
Women’s Thursday Morning Bible Study-This group is led by Pastor Kathy Foltz and meets at 10:00AM in the Sprenkle House Ground fl. conference room.
MORE-Dig deeper into the sermon of the morning! This group is led by Steve Yinger and John Lackey and meets at 10:30AM in the Sprenkle House ground floor conference room.
Serve with us
You have been gifted and we’d be honored to serve with you. Here are two of the many ways you can join in. Click the button to sign up for these or see the other opportunities.
Rise Against Hunger — On July 30, we’re going to pack 10,000 meals. Last year we were a part of RAH’s work of distributing 67.6 million meals. Join us by serving at the event (click the serve button below) or by giving towards the goal of $4000 (give to “Rise Against Hunger” online or via check).
Our youth ministry needs Bible teachers!-You don’t need a degree or have served in youth ministry before, but if you’ve spent years pursuing the Lord through personal study and reading Scripture, we would love for you to reach out to Pastor Chris (pastorchris@stillnaz.com) to see if joining our team of Sunday school teachers is your next right step of serving God and the church.
Pray with us
Let’s Pray for York Together This Summer
Let’s join our heads and hearts in prayer for York. Check out the daily prayer guide at the link below. Share your requests at the link below as well.
Let’s Pray for our Youth at Summer Camp
They are wrapping up camp and coming home tomorrow on July 28. Let’s pray that God would speak to them like He did to Samuel and that they will follow with the courage of Esther and lead with the insight of Nehemiah and be willing to open their lives to His mission like Mary and Martha.
Give with us
God has given each of us gifts for us to share. In addition to giving a regular tithe, consider helping with our FIN Fund or Rise Against Hunger.
Rise Against Hunger — Let’s meet (or exceed!?) our goal of $4000 to pack 10,000 meals for families in need. Check out the impact here. Choose “Rise Against Hunger” online or write it in the memo of your check.
Summer Intern–Please join us in continuing to support Sergio by donating toward his college education. If you are giving online choose “Intern Fund” or write intern in the memo of your check.
Special Announcement
Accepting Applications for the Positions of Facilities Manager & Facilities Team Members- The positions are an important part of the ministry at Stillmeadow and are mostly second shift and weekends due to the nature of our church activities. Contact Pastor Kent at 717-577-4246 or pastorkent@stillnaz.com for more information or to apply.
Condolences to…
To Lee Lindsay and Julie Callender. Lee’s wife (Julie’s mom), Millie Lindsay passed away July 8.
To Sherilyn Kohr and Family. George Kohr passed away June 27.
Nikki Stocker & Family. Nikki lost her Aunt recently.
I conclude this message with the theme verse for Nazarene Youth Conference:
May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit. Romans 15:13
Overflowing with hope,
Pastor Josh and the Stillmeadow Team
PS…What’s your favorite line in the Creed? Or which ones make you scratch your head in confusion or raise your hands in gratitude? For me, I am thankful for the communion of saints, that mysterious bond that we have with other believers through the gift of the Holy Spirit. Let me know what you think or what you’re wondering: pastorjosh@stillnaz.com.
Pray for Camp, Family Worship and Rise Against Hunger on July 30
Dear Church,
How has God been speaking to you this summer?
We’ve been reading Romans together as a church. It’s been neat to see friends on the Bible app putting highlights or notes on the texts for the day. God’s word is timeless and transformative. I’m curious to hear how He has been speaking to you or to hear what questions have been stirring in you as you’ve been reading. Feel free to drop me an email at pastorjosh@stillnaz.com. I’m praying for you as you read, that God would speak to you and encourage your heart in the middle of your circumstances.
Pray for our youth at Camp this week
Our teens are heading to camp from July 24-28. Let’s cover those 26 teens and 5 adults in prayer as they gather for worship, small groups and service at Rhodes Grove Campground.
Family Worship on July 30
We have a Family Service on the 5th Sunday of the month. Our kids (3 years and up) join us for worship. Some kids and teens will help with part of the service, and we will have a kid's lesson/sermon right before the main sermon. It is important for our kids to worship with the church as a whole and for the church to worship with our kids. We are a church family experiencing Jesus in All Generations. And cool story, we’ll transition from the 10:30 service right into our Rise Against Hunger Event where families can serve together.
We will have our nursery open for our babies- 2 year olds during the worship services.
Hear Sunday’s Services
Stillmeadow Lane Campus — Pastor Josh Kleinfeld
York City Campus —Pastor Isabell Clark
Grow with us
Check out our listing of other groups and let us know if you’re interested in one. If you’d like help, you can contact Karon Kagan (kkagan@stillnaz.com) or Pastor Tabitha Martin (pastortabitha@stillnaz.com).
Women’s Thursday Morning Bible Study-This group is led by Pastor Kathy Foltz and meets at 10:00AM in the Sprenkle House Ground fl. conference room.
MORE-Dig deeper into the sermon of the morning! This group is led by Steve Yinger and John Lackey and meets Sundays at 10:30AM in the Sprenkle House ground floor conference room.
Serve with us
You have been gifted and we’d be honored to serve with you. Here are three of the many ways you can join in. Click the button to sign up for these or see the other opportunities.
Rise Against Hunger — On July 30, we’re going to pack 10,000 meals. Last year we were a part of RAH’s work of distributing 67.6 million meals. Join us by serving at the event (click the serve button below) or by giving towards the goal of $4000 (give to “Rise Against Hunger” online or via check).
Welcome Bash-Sunday, August 27th at 10AM at the Stillmeadow Lane Campus. Many hands are needed! If you can serve please sign up at stillnaz.com/serve.
Our youth ministry needs Bible teachers!-You don’t need a degree or have served in youth ministry before, but if you’ve spent years pursuing the Lord through personal study and reading Scripture, we would love for you to reach out to Pastor Chris (pastorchris@stillnaz.com) to see if joining our team of Sunday school teachers is your next right step of serving God and the church.
Pray with us
Let’s Pray for York Together This Summer
Let’s join our heads and hearts in prayer for York. Check out the daily prayer guide at the link below. Share your requests at the link below as well.
Let’s Pray for our Rise Against Hunger Event
On July 30, we’ll put together 10,000 meals for others. Let’s pray for those receiving the meals and for those serving that day.
Give with us
God has given each of us gifts for us to share. In addition to giving a regular tithe, consider helping with our FIN Fund or Rise Against Hunger.
Rise Against Hunger — Let’s meet (or exceed!?) our goal of $4000 to pack 10,000 meals for families in need. Check out the impact here. Choose “Rise Against Hunger” online or write it in the memo of your check.
Summer Intern–Please join us in continuing to support Sergio by donating toward his college education. If you are giving online choose “Intern Fund” or write intern in the memo of your check.
Special Announcement
Engagement Team (Greeter, Usher, Café) Safety Training for Welcome Bash and Beyond-Sunday, July 23rd at 12:30PM. Lunch will be provided! To assist us in purchasing sufficient food please RSVP by July 21st to pastorjohn@stillnaz.com or by calling the church office at 717-764-4888.
Accepting Applications for the Positions of Facilities Manager & Facilities Team Members- The positions are an important part of the ministry at Stillmeadow and are mostly second shift and weekends due to the nature of our church activities. Contact Pastor Kent at 717-577-4246 or pastorkent@stillnaz.com for more information or to apply.
Condolences to…
Nikki Stocker and Family. Nikki’s Aunt passed away recently.
To Lee Lindsay and Julie Callender. Lee’s wife (Julie’s mom), Millie Lindsay passed away July 8.
To Sherilyn Kohr and Family. George Kohr passed away June 27.
I conclude this message with the theme verse for Nazarene Youth Conference:
May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit. Romans 15:13
Overflowing with hope,
Pastor Josh and the Stillmeadow Team
PS…I’d seriously like to hear how God is speaking to you in this season. Drop me a line at pastorjosh@stillnaz.com. Personally, I have been struck by the seriousness of sin and God’s graciousness towards us to save us and sanctify us from sin when we put our faith in Him.
God IN us, Family Worship and Rise Against Hunger on July 30
Dear Church,
Chew on this for a bit. It’s our memory verse for the next section of sermons out of Romans.
And if the Spirit of him who raised Jesus from the dead is living in you, he who raised Christ from the dead will also give life to your mortal bodies because of his Spirit who lives in you. Romans 8:11
Did you catch that? Go back and read it again.
This is all about how God brings his resurrection life to us by the power of His Holy Spirit IN US. We do not earn this life, we do not achieve this life, we receive this life.
It makes me think of something Rich Villodas said at NYC23 last week.
“Holiness is not something we achieve, it’s something we receive.”
As we continue to explore the letter to the Romans together, let’s keep that in mind. To become like Christ is a miracle that God does within us as we put our faith in Him.
And cool story, click the button below and you can watch that message from Rich Villodas.
Family Worship on July 30
We have a Family Service on the 5th Sunday of the month. Our kids (3 years and up) join us for worship. Some kids and teens will help with part of the service, and we will have a kid's lesson/sermon right before the main sermon. It is important for our kids to worship with the church as a whole and for the church to worship with our kids. We are a church family experiencing Jesus in All Generations. And cool story, we’ll transition from the 10:30 service right into our Rise Against Hunger Event where families can serve together.
We will have our nursery open for our babies- 2 year olds during the worship services.
Welcome Bash & Baptism
Save the Date! Sunday August 27th at 10AM at the Stillmeadow Lane Campus! Worship Service will be in the Family Life Center and Food Trucks and games will be outside after the service. If you would like to be baptized you can sign-up here.
Hear Sunday’s Services
Stillmeadow Lane Campus — Pastor Josh Kleinfeld
York City Campus —Pastor Jade Frederick
Grow with us
Check out our listing of other groups and let us know if you’re interested in one. If you’d like help, you can contact Karon Kagan (kkagan@stillnaz.com) or Pastor Tabitha Martin (pastortabitha@stillnaz.com).
NOMA (No One Matures Alone) Groups — meet at various times through the week, primarily in people’s homes. We’d love to include you in one of these groups. Consider joining one in the fall.
Emerge (Young Adults 18-30)-Our young adults meet the first Thursday evening of each month from 7:00-9:00pm at the York City Campus (350 Chestnut Street) for a community gathering of worship and group Bible study. This group is led by Pastor Chris and Emily Fuller. Join us!
Serve with us
You have been gifted and we’d be honored to serve with you. Here are four of the many ways you can join in. Click the button to sign up for these or see the other opportunities.
Rise Against Hunger — On July 30, we’re going to pack 10,000 meals. Last year we were a part of RAH’s work of distributing 67.6 million meals. Join us by serving at the event (click the serve button below) or by giving towards the goal of $4000 (give to “Rise Against Hunger” online or via check).
Xtreme Xpress Bus Ministry-Take church to the children of York City Saturday mornings at 9:30AM. Contact Chastity Frederick at cfrederick@stillnaz.com.
Welcome Bash & Baptism-Sunday, August 27th at 10AM at the Stillmeadow Lane Campus. Many hands are needed! If you can serve please sign up at stillnaz.com/serve.
Our Youth Ministry Needs Bible Teachers!-You don’t need a degree or have served in youth ministry before, but if you’ve spent years pursuing the Lord through personal study and reading Scripture, we would love for you to reach out to Pastor Chris (pastorchris@stillnaz.com) to see if joining our team of Sunday school teachers is your next right step of serving God and the church.
Pray with us
Let’s Pray for York Together This Summer
Let’s join our heads and hearts in prayer for York. Check out the daily prayer guide at the link below. Share your requests at the link below as well.
Let’s Pray for our Rise Against Hunger Event
On July 30, we’ll put together 10,000 meals for others. Let’s pray for those receiving the meals and for those serving that day.
Give with us
God has given each of us gifts for us to share. In addition to giving a regular tithe, consider helping with our FIN Fund or Rise Against Hunger.
Family In Need Fund — Stillmeadow keeps a benevolence fund to help people in times of need. These funds have helped pay bills, buy groceries, provide a place to stay, give counseling and more. Select “FIN Fund” online or write it in the memo of your check.
Rise Against Hunger — Let’s meet (or exceed!?) our goal of $4000 to pack 10,000 meals for families in need. Check out the impact here. Choose “Rise Against Hunger” online or write it in the memo of your check.
Special Announcement
Greeter/Usher Safety Training for Welcome Bash and Beyond-Sunday, July 23rd at 12:30PM. Lunch will be provided! To assist us in purchasing sufficient food please RSVP by July 21st to pastorjohn@stillnaz.com or by calling the church office at 717-764-4888.
CPR, AED & First-Aid Certification-Safety Ace will be offering this certification training in the ground floor of the Sprenkle House the second Saturday of each month. The next class is July 15, 2023. The cost is $65 per person. Each student receives ASHI certification card active for two years. If this would benefit you contact Kelly Miller at Safety Ace (Kelly@safetyacepa.com) or 717-935-9635.
Accepting Applications for the Positions of Facilities Manager & Facilities Team Members- The positions are an important part of the ministry at Stillmeadow and are mostly second shift and weekends due to the nature of our church activities. Contact Pastor Kent at 717-577-4246 or pastorkent@stillnaz.com for more information or to apply.
Condolences to…
To Lee Lindsay and Julie Callender. Lee’s wife (Julie’s mom), Millie Lindsay passed away July 8.
To Sherilyn Kohr and Family. George Kohr passed away June 27.
To Brandon Busha and Family. Brandon’s grandmother, Carolyn Almoney passed away June 19.
To Rick Boogher and Family. Ricks mother, Anna Elizabeth Wiley Boogher passed away June 14.
I conclude this message with the theme verse for Nazarene Youth Conference:
May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit. Romans 15:13
Overflowing with hope,
Pastor Josh and the Stillmeadow Team
PS…Are you enjoying any books this summer? Last week I heard from a couple of you how God has been encouraging you through what you’re reading. If you have any books you’d like to suggest, send them my way at at pastorjosh@stillnaz.com. Personally, I have been encouraged by “Don’t Hold Back” by David Platts and “Embracing Rhythms of Work and Rest” by Ruth Haley Barton. If you have any you’d like to suggest, send them my way.
NYC Begins Today, Rise Against Hunger is soon!
Dear Church,
On Sunday, in addition to wrapping up our first part of our Romans Series (we’ll start “God IN Us” on July 9), we also took time to pray for the 30+ Stillmeadow participants who have gone to Tampa Bay for Nazarene Youth Conference 2023.
And cool story, click the button below and you can tune into the services with them! Let’s continue to pray together for them.
One of my favorite Stillmeadow events last year was when we participated in Rise Against Hunger. We were a part of RAH’s work of distributing 67.6 million meals. Rise Against Hunger targets remote, last-mile communities within hunger pockets designated “serious” or higher by the Global Hunger Index, and works with local leaders to harness the strengths of their communities and tackle their own food and nutrition security challenges with agency, dignity and resilience. Check out RAH’s 2022 stats below. And plan to participate by serving on July 30 and/or giving to help us meet our goal of 10,000 meals for $4000. Keep reading the email and find how to sign up and to give.
Hear Sunday’s Services
Stillmeadow Lane Campus — Pastor Josh Kleinfeld
York City Campus —Pastor Jade Frederick
Grow with us
Check out our listing of other groups and let us know if you’re interested in one. If you’d like help, you can contact Karon Kagan (kkagan@stillnaz.com) or Pastor Tabitha Martin (pastortabitha@stillnaz.com).
NOMA (No One Matures Alone) Groups — meet at various times through the week, primarily in people’s homes. We’d love to include you in one of these groups. Consider joining one in the fall.
Emerge (Young Adults 18-30)-Our young adults meet the first Thursday evening of each month from 7:00-9:00pm at the York City Campus (350 Chestnut Street) for a community gathering of worship and group Bible study. This group is led by Pastor Chris and Emily Fuller. Join us!
Serve with us
You have been gifted and we’d be honored to serve with you. Here are two of the many ways you can join in. Click the button to sign up for these or see the other opportunities.
Rise Against Hunger — On July 30, we’re going to pack 10,000 meals. You can be involved by serving at the event (click the serve button below) or by giving towards the goal of $4000 (give to “Rise Against Hunger” online or via check).
Café — Serve up a friendly greeting and a cup of coffee by serving in the Café. Sign-up using the button below or by emailing Kimber at kimber_love@hotmail.com.
Pray with us
Let’s Pray for York Together This Summer
Let’s join our heads and hearts in prayer for York. Check out the daily prayer guide at the link below. Share your requests at the link below as well.
Let’s Pray for NYC Peeps This Week
They’re in Tampa Bay even now! Let’s pray that God’s grace would overflow into their hearts, transforming their vision of the world and filling them with courage and compassion to live out His call in their lives.
Give with us
God has given each of us gifts for us to share. In addition to giving a regular tithe, consider helping with our FIN Fund or Rise Against Hunger.
Family In Need Fund — Stillmeadow keeps a benevolence fund to help people in times of need. These funds have helped pay bills, buy groceries, provide a place to stay, give counseling and more. Select “FIN Fund” online or write it in the memo of your check.
Rise Against Hunger — Let’s meet (or exceed!?) our goal of $4000 to pack 10,000 meals for families in need. Check out the impact here. Choose “Rise Against Hunger” online or write it in the memo of your check.
EJAM Work & Witness Pretzel Sandwich Sale-The EJAM team will be located at a table outside of the Family Life Center taking orders for Pretzel Sandwiches on Sunday, July 9th. Be sure to stop by the table and support the team raising funds for their next Work and Witness trip to Jamaica in January 2024.
Special Announcement
CPR, AED & First-Aid Certification-Safety Ace will be offering this certification training in the ground floor of the Sprenkle House the second Saturday of each month. The next class is July 15, 2023. The cost is $65 per person. Each student receives ASHI certification card active for two years. If this would benefit you contact Kelly Miller at Safety Ace (Kelly@safetyacepa.com) or 717-935-9635.
Accepting Applications for the Positions of Facilities Manager & Facilities Team Members- The positions are an important part of the ministry at Stillmeadow and are mostly second shift and weekends due to the nature of our church activities. Contact Pastor Kent at 717-577-4246 or pastorkent@stillnaz.com for more information or to apply.
Condolences to…
To Sherilyn Kohr and Family. George Kohr passed away June 27th.
To Brandon Busha and Family. Brandon’s grandmother, Carolyn Almoney passed away June 19.
To Rick Boogher and Family. Ricks mother, Anna Elizabeth Wiley Boogher passed away June 14th.
To the Hughes Family. Jackie Hughes passed away Saturday, June 10th
“May the God of all grace, who has called you to his eternal glory in Christ, after you have suffered a little while, will himself restore you and make you strong, firm and steadfast.” 1 Peter 5:10
For His Kingdom,
Pastor Josh and the Stillmeadow Team
PS…It’s the summer, which means more time for reading for me! Are you finding any good books to read? Personally, I have been encouraged by “The Non-Anxious Presence” by Mark Sayers and “Embracing Rhythms of Work and Rest” by Ruth Haley Barton. If you have any you’d like to suggest, send them my way at pastorjosh@stillnaz.com.
Pray for NYC, Prep for Rise Against Hunger
Dear Church,
This Sunday we began a new series out of Romans, especially focusing on the “good news!”
When I went to Nazarene Youth Conference in 1999, God met me and transformed me and set me on His path. I am still living out what He called me to in Toronto my senior summer. I wonder what He’s going to do with this generation of NYC youth. Will you pray with me for our youth and all the youth going to NYC23 in Tampa next week? We’ll be having a special prayer time this Sunday (July 2).
Last year we packed over 10,000 meals for Rise Against Hunger. And we’re going to do it again this year on July 30.
Hear Sunday’s Services
Stillmeadow Lane Campus — Pastor Steve Grosvenor
York City Campus —Pastor Jade and Chastity Frederick
Grow with us
Check out our listing of other groups and let us know if you’re interested in one. If you’d like help, you can contact Karon Kagan (kkagan@stillnaz.com) or Pastor Tabitha Martin (pastortabitha@stillnaz.com).
Saturday Morning Prayers
Pray for what takes place here on Sunday. This group meets at 8AM Saturday at the church and is led by Jeff Callender.
Serve with us
You have been gifted and we’d be honored to serve with you. Here are two of the many ways you can join in. Click the button to sign up for these or see the other opportunities.
Rise Against Hunger- On July 30, we’re going to pack 10,000 meals. You can be involved by serving at the event (click the serve button below) or by giving towards the goal of $4000 (give to “Rise Against Hunger” online or via check).
Cafe Serve up a friendly greeting and a cup of coffee by serving in the Café. Sign-up using the button below or by emailing Kimber at kimber_love@hotmail.com.
Pray with us
Let’s Pray for York Together This Summer
Let’s join our heads and hearts in prayer for York. Check out the daily prayer guide at the link below. Share your requests at the link below as well.
Let’s Pray for NYC Peeps This Week
They’ll be traveling from July 4-July 10. Let’s pray that God’s grace would overflow into their hearts, transforming their vision of the world and filling them with courage and compassion to live out His call in their lives.
Give with us
God has given each of us gifts for us to share. In addition to giving a regular tithe, consider helping with our FIN Fund or Rise Against Hunger.
Family In Need Fund — Stillmeadow keeps a benevolence fund to help people in times of need. These funds have helped pay bills, buy groceries, provide a place to stay, give counseling and more. Select “FIN Fund” online or write it in the memo of your check.
Rise Against Hunger — Let’s meet (or exceed!?) our goal of $4000 to pack 10,000 meals for families in need. Check out the impact here. Choose “Rise Against Hunger” online or write it in the memo of your check.
Special Announcement
Accepting applications for the position of Facilities Manager- This is an opportunity for someone who sees this as an area of ministry. Duties include: supervising the custodial staff, with custodial duties as a part of the hours, overseeing the scheduling and usage of our facilities, and purchasing supplies. The position is mostly second shift and weekends due to the nature of our church activities. Contact Pastor Kent at pastorkent@stillnaz.com or 717-577-4246.
EJAM Work & Witness Pretzel Sandwich Sale-The EJAM team will be located at a table outside of the Family Life Center taking orders for Pretzel Sandwiches on Sunday, July 2nd and July 9th. Be sure to stop by the table and support the team raising funds for their next Work and Witness trip to Jamaica in January.
Condolences to…
To Sherilyn Kohr and Family. George Kohr passed away June 27th.
To Brandon Busha and Family. Brandon’s grandmother, Carolyn Almoney passed away June 19.
To Rick Boogher and Family. Ricks mother, Anna Elizabeth Wiley Boogher passed away June 14th.
To the Hughes Family. Jackie Hughes passed away Saturday, June 10th
“May the God of all grace, who has called you to his eternal glory in Christ, after you have suffered a little while, will himself restore you and make you strong, firm and steadfast.” 1 Peter 5:10
For His Kingdom,
Pastor Josh and the Stillmeadow Team
PS…
Believe who Jesus is, Foster Care Initiative, and more
Dear Church,
What an incredible week of VBS and Mission Week it has been. Thank you to all who have served and invited! Our theme on the second night of VBS was “Believe who Jesus is” which fits perfectly with this first part of our Sunday series in Romans!
When Paul started his letter, he was sure to point out the central role of “faith” (i.e. believing in Jesus) in the church. He said: '“For in the gospel the righteousness of God is revealed — a righteousness that is by faith from first to last, just as it is written: ‘The righteous will live by faith.’” (Romans 1:17)
Yes, God is calling us to a trusting relationship with Him. He is not giving us a new set of rules to live by. That’s why Paul said: “For we maintain that a person is justified by faith apart from the works of the law.” (Romans 3:28)
This is “the message concerning faith that we proclaim: if you declare with your mouth, ‘Jesus is Lord,’ and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. For it is with your heart that you believe and are justified, and it with your mouth that you profess your faith and are saved.” (Romans 10:8-10)
Do you believe? Do you believe that God conquered death, that God is greater than sin, that God is the just judge and that Jesus is the only One who can save us? That belief changes our present and our future. I encourage you, if you haven’t declared out loud, to say a prayer today saying, “Jesus is Lord” over all of your life. And then tell somebody about it! (my email is pastorjosh@stillnaz.com if you want to tell me!)
Are you reading and praying along with us? Engage in the Romans Reading Plan and prayer focus here: www.stillnaz.com/pray.
Hear Sunday’s Services
Stillmeadow Lane Campus — Pastor Chris Fuller
York City Campus —Pastor Isabell Clark
Grow with us
Check out our listing of other groups and let us know if you’re interested in one. If you’d like help, you can contact Karon Kagan (kkagan@stillnaz.com) or Pastor Tabitha Martin (pastortabitha@stillnaz.com).
Saturday Morning Prayers -Pray for what takes place here on Sunday. This group meets at 8AM Saturday at the church and is led by Jeff Callender.
Serve with us
You have been gifted and we’d be honored to serve with you. Here are two of the many ways you can join in. Click the button to sign up for these or see the other opportunities.
Foster Care Initiative — On Sunday, June 18, we received an update on how we are engaging in care for children and families in the foster care system. We’d love to have you join us in serving foster children or resource families with foster children. Sign up here.
Kids Ministry — Stillnaz Kidz Ministry is growing and we are looking for 8 volunteers to serve at the 9:00 service and 4 volunteers to serve at the 10:30 service. Come join our youngest Stillnaz Family Members as they build their spiritual foundation of following Jesus with their lives. Email Pastor Rachel for more information: pastorrachel@stillnaz.com
Pray with us
Let’s Pray for York Together This Summer
Let’s join our heads and hearts in prayer for York. Check out the daily prayer guide at the link below. Share your requests at the link below as well.
Give with us
God has given each of us gifts for us to share. In addition to giving a regular tithe, consider helping with our FIN Fund or Supporting Jonathan Phillips.
Family In Need Fund — Stillmeadow keeps a benevolence fund to help people in times of need. These funds have helped pay bills, buy groceries, provide a place to stay, give counseling and more. Select “FIN Fund” online or write it in the memo of your check.
Support Jonathan Phillips — Help Jonathan in his ministry to the Romanian church and people. Select “Jonathan Phillips” online or write it in the memo of your check.
Special Announcement
Accepting applications for the position of Facilities Manager: This is an opportunity for someone who sees this as an area of ministry. Duties include: supervising the custodial staff, with custodial duties as a part of the hours, overseeing the scheduling and usage of our facilities, and purchasing supplies. The position is mostly second shift and weekends due to the nature of our church activities. Contact Pastor Kent at pastorkent@stillnaz.com or 717-577-4246.
Condolences to…
To Brandon Busha and Family. Brandon’s grandmother, Carolyn Almoney passed away June 19. A service will be held at Etzweiler Funeral Home at 11AM on Friday June 23, with a viewing at 10AM.
To the Hughes Family. Jackie Hughes passed away Saturday, June 10th. A celebration of life will be at Stillmeadow at 11AM on Friday June 23, with visitation at 10AM.
To Wayne Sechrist and family. Wayne’s father Rodger Sechrist passed away May 29th.
“May the God of all grace, who has called you to his eternal glory in Christ, after you have suffered a little while, will himself restore you and make you strong, firm and steadfast.” 1 Peter 5:10
For His Kingdom,
Pastor Josh and the Stillmeadow Team
PS…Let’s pray for the students who went on Mission Week and the families who were involved in VBS this week, asking God to seal in their hearts the decisions they made this week and to bring to their minds the truths that they heard.
General Assembly Update, Prayers for VBS and Mission Week
Dear church,
What an incredible privilege to be a part of a church family that literally spans the globe. I have been at our General Assembly (happens every four years!) in Indianapolis. I wish each of you could be here, but here’s a quick summary with links to the services.
On Friday night of General Assembly we saw flags from every nation where the Church of the Nazarene serves.
On Saturday night, we heard from General Superintendent Gustavo Crocker (who ordained Pastor’s Chris, Rachel, and Ronnie) about how all of us are called.
And Sunday morning's message from General Superintendent David Graves included an incredible image of how God lavishes his love on us and demonstrated his love for us in Jesus Christ. Right in the middle of the message was the memory verse for our current series!
Sunday evening’s message from General Superintendent Davis Busic is iconic. He got to the heart of the Nazarene story of risk-taking love and holy living.
On Monday morning, General Superintendent Carla Sunberg (who ordained Pastor Jade) gave the quadrennial address (state of the union), with the winsome tag-line: "Good Morning." If you want a glimpse of God's incredible work in the global Nazarene church, take the time to listen in.
And Monday evening, General Superintendent Fili Chambo asked “What does it mean to say ‘Jesus is Lord’ in the chaos?” He invited us to remember that the chaos in the world does not have the final word, because Jesus is Lord.
You can view all the services here.
Pray with me for VBS and Mission Week
This week has been a powerful reminder that what we do together to serve each other and our neighbors for the sake of Christ makes a difference for eternity. Events like Vacation Bible School can be the start or restart for someone’s spiritual journey. Pray with me for VBS and consider who you can invite. You can register here or sign up at the door.
At the same time, we will have some of our middle school youth serving in York County. Pray with me for those young people and youth workers!
Hear Sunday’s Services
Stillmeadow Lane Campus — Pastor Rachel Zeigler
Grow with us
Check out our listing of discipleship groups and let us know if you’re interested in one. If you’d like help, you can contact Karon Kagan (kkagan@stillnaz.com) or Pastor Tabitha Martin (pastortabitha@stillnaz.com).
Celebrate Recovery-Find support, help and encouragement for your hurts, hang-ups or addictive habit. This group meets at 6PM at the York City Campus (350 Chestnut St., York, PA 17403)
MORE-Dig deeper into the sermon of the morning! This group is led by Steve Yinger and John Lackey and meets at 10:30AM in the Sprenkle House ground floor conference room.
Serve with us
You have been gifted and we’d be honored to serve with you. Here are three of the many ways you can join in. Click the button to sign up for these or see the other opportunities.
Foster Care Initiative — Join us in serving foster children or resource families with foster children. Sign up here.
East Jamaica Work & Witness Trip Meeting – Interested in serving with us in Jamaica. Applications and $200 deposit is due by June 25th, when we’ll have a meeting at noon in room #112. For applications and any questions: Contact JoAnn and Randy Hull at jobi1956@gmail.com.
Kids Ministry — Stillnaz Kidz Ministry is growing and we are looking for 8 volunteers to serve at the 9:00 service and 4 volunteers to serve at the 10:30 service. Come join our youngest Stillnaz Family Members as they build their spiritual foundation of following Jesus with their lives. Email Pastor Rachel for more information: pastorrachel@stillnaz.com.
Pray with us
Let’s Pray for York Together This Summer
Let’s join our heads and hearts in prayer for York. Check out the daily prayer guide at the link below. Share your requests at the link below as well.
Give with us
Support Our Kids and Preteens for Camp!
Special Announcement
Accepting applications for the position of Facilities Manager: This is an opportunity for someone who sees this as an area of ministry. Duties include: supervising the custodial staff, with custodial duties as a part of the hours, overseeing the scheduling and usage of our facilities, and purchasing supplies. The position is mostly second shift and weekends due to the nature of our church activities. Contact Pastor Kent at pastorkent@stillnaz.com or 717-577-4246.
Condolences to…
To the Hughes Family. Jackie Hughes passed away Saturday, June 10th.
To Wayne Sechrist and family. Wayne’s father Rodger Sechrist passed away May 29th.
“May the God of all grace, who has called you to his eternal glory in Christ, after you have suffered a little while, will himself restore you and make you strong, firm and steadfast.” 1 Peter 5:10
For His Kingdom,
Pastor Josh and the Stillmeadow Team
PS…I’ll be back from General Assembly to join in the fun of VBS! Pray with me for the kids and workers involved in that incredible week. There’s still time to register here.
PPS…Did you start the Romans Reading Plan? It’s been incredible to slowly read through the first two chapters these past two weeks. You can catch up and read along with me with the plan here.
06.08 Pray for General Assembly and Stillnaz Summer
Dear Church,
This Sunday we began a new series out of Romans, especially focusing on the “good news!” Our memory verse for this part of our series is Romans 5:8. Notice that Paul uses the “active” tense when he says, “God demonstrates.” For Paul, God’s love is an active force for us. Ponder on that as you memorize this verse.
But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us. (Romans 5:8)
Pray for General Assembly
Tomorrow, June 9, the Nazarene General Assembly begins. It is an incredible privilege to be a part of a denomination sharing God’s life-changing news across the globe. As the delegates gather in Indianapolis, let us pray Jesus’ prayer in John 17 over them, asking God that “they may be brought to complete unity…so that the world will know that [God the Father] sent [Jesus] and have loved them even as [God the Father has loved Jesus].”
Pray through and Prepare for 2023 Summer Plans
Will you pray for the children, youth, adults and workers involved in our major summer events?
June 19-22 Vacation Bible School and Middle School Mission Week
July 4-10 Nazarene Youth Conference
July 24-28 Teen Camp
July 30 Rise Against Hunger Meal Packing Event
August 7-11 Kids Camp
August 27 Welcome Bash
Engage in it with the reading plan here.
Hear Sunday’s Services
Stillmeadow Lane Campus — Pastor Josh Kleinfeld
York City Campus —Pastor Jade Frederick
Grow with us
Check out our listing of other groups and let us know if you’re interested in one. If you’d like help, you can contact Karon Kagan (kkagan@stillnaz.com) or Pastor Tabitha Martin (pastortabitha@stillnaz.com).
Celebrate Recovery-Find support, help and encouragement for your hurts, hang-ups or addictive habit. Led by Roxanne Byrd & Marilyn Brown, this group meets at 6PM at the York City Campus (350 Chestnut St., York, PA 17403)
MORE-Dig deeper into the sermon of the morning! This group is led by Steve Yinger and John Lackey and meets at 10:30AM in the Sprenkle House ground floor conference room.
Serve with us
You have been gifted and we’d be honored to serve with you. Here are three of the many ways you can join in. Click the button to sign up for these or see the other opportunities.
NYC (Nazarene Youth Conference) Crisis Care Kits — The youth are participating in a service project to bring and pack Crisis Care Kits. The conference goal is to pack 100,000 kits! Stillmeadow Youth have a goal to bring 300 kits! Please consider contributing items on this list. Items must be received by 6/23 at the welcome desk or compassion closet.
Worship and Tech Team — Would you like to be a part of our Worship/Tech Ministry Team? If you sing, play an instrument or have an interest in the audio/visual tech team contact Pastor John at pastorjohn@stillnaz.com.
Pray with us
Let’s Pray for York Together This Summer
Let’s join our heads and hearts in prayer for York. Check out the daily prayer guide at the link below. Share your requests at the link below as well.
Give with us
Support the EJAM Partnership — Invest in the work of our ministry partners in Jamaica by giving to the EJAM Fund. If you are giving online choose “EJAM Fund” or write “EJAM Fund” in the memo of your check.
Special Announcement
CPR, AED & First-Aid Certification-Safety Ace will be offering this certification training in the ground floor of the Sprenkle House the second Saturday of each month beginning June 10, 2023. The cost is $65 per person. Each student receives ASHI certification card active for two years. If this would benefit you contact Kelly Miller at Safety Ace (Kelly@safetyacepa.com) or 717-935-9635.
Welcome new members!
On Sunday, June 4, we welcomed six new members into the Stillmeadow Family.
From our Stillmeadow Lane Campus
Tristan Mingus
Tom Mingus
Transferring from New Feedom Trail Church
Deb Davidson
Tom Davidson
From our York City Campus
Adriana Hernandez-Colon
Jasmine Collins
Condolences to…
To Wayne Sechrist and family. Wayne’s father Rodger Sechrist passed away May 29th.
To Theresa Schmerge and family, whose father passed away May 13.
“May the God of all grace, who has called you to his eternal glory in Christ, after you have suffered a little while, will himself restore you and make you strong, firm and steadfast.” 1 Peter 5:10
For His Kingdom,
Pastor Josh and the Stillmeadow Team
PS…I’m out at General Assembly, so I’d cherish your prayers for this. You can join online here.
Our Summer Series and Plans
Dear Church,
This Sunday we will begin a new series: God for us.
Romans 5:8 says, “But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.” This gets at the heart of God’s heart. Before we could move an inch towards him, he made the move towards us, to reconcile, rebuild, restore, resurrect us. Our 2023 Summer Series is going through the letter Paul wrote to the Romans, in which he carefully explains the “for us” nature of God’s love.
And how do we receive this God? How do we participate in this love? We believe. “For in the gospel the righteousness of God is revealed — a righteousness that is by faith from first to last, just as it is written: “the righteous will live by faith.” (Romans 1:17)
As we enter this new series, you are invited to read through Romans yourself. Download the reading plan here.
And as we enter this new series, let us join our hearts in concentrated prayer for York City and County. Our neighbors need to know the good news that God is for us. As we pray for our neighbors, God moves our hearts and lives to demonstrate His love. We have a prayer plan at www.stillnaz.com/pray.
Pray through and Prepare for 2023 Summer Plans
And as you read and pray, will you also pray for the children, youth, adults and workers involved in our major summer events?
June 19-22 Vacation Bible School and Middle School Mission Week
July 4-10 Nazarene Youth Conference
July 24-28 Teen Camp
July 30 Rise Against Hunger Meal Packing Event
August 7-11 Kids Camp
August 27 Welcome Bash
Hear Sunday’s Services
Stillmeadow Lane Campus — Pastor Ron Gray
York City Campus — Casey Harrison
Grow with us
Check out our listing of other groups and let us know if you’re interested in one. If you’d like help, you can contact Karon Kagan (kkagan@stillnaz.com) or Pastor Tabitha Martin (pastortabitha@stillnaz.com).
Tuesday Night Men's and Women’s Groups
Man Cave-Connect, encourage, and challenge one another in the faith. Led by Wayne Rumsey and Jeff Calendar, this group meets at 6:30 in the Sprenkle House.
Girlfriends Growing in Grace-For women of all ages. Join us as we study a variety of material and grow together. This group is led by Lorraine Lauer and meets at 7PM at the Stillmeadow Lane Church in room #112. (Next meeting for this group is 6/6/23)
Happily 2Gether Forever — Strengthen your marriage! This small group is led by Dale and Patti Clymer and meets at 9AM in the Sprenkle House Ground fl. conference room.
Serve with us
You have been gifted and we’d be honored to serve with you. Here are three of the many ways you can join in. Click the button to sign up for these or see the other opportunities.
Worship and Tech Team — Would you like to be a part of our Worship/Tech Ministry Team? If you sing, play an instrument or have an interest in the audio/visual tech team contact Pastor John at pastorjohn@stillnaz.com.
NYC (Nazarene Youth Conference) Crisis Care Kits — The youth are participating in a service project to bring and pack Youth Care Kits. The conference goal is to pack 100,000 kits! Stillmeadow Youth have a goal to bring 300 kits! Please consider contributing items on this list.
Pray with us
Next week 1000’s of Nazarenes from around the globe will gather in Indianapolis for our quadrennial gathering to pray over, collaborate on and celebrate God’s work in the church around the world. Pray for unity, strength and grace through this time.
Let’s Pray for York Together This Summer
Let’s join our heads and hearts in prayer for York. Check out the daily prayer guide at the link below. Share your requests at the link below as well.
Give with us
Support the EJAM Partnership — Invest in the work of our ministry partners in Jamaica by giving to the EJAM Fund. If you are giving online choose “EJAM Fund” or write “EJAM Fund” in the memo of your check.
Support the Journey House with a Paint Night on June 10th, 1:30-5:30 for fellowship and a Paint Party! $45 per person includes everything. Contact Lida Renoll for tickets at 717-804-8896 or areyouready3691@gmail.com. Tickets must be purchased by June 3rd.
Special Announcement
CPR, AED & First-Aid Certification-Safety Ace will be offering this certification training in the ground floor of the Sprenkle House the second Saturday of each month beginning June 10, 2023. The cost is $65 per person. Each student receives ASHI certification card active for two years. If this would benefit you contact Kelly Miller at Safety Ace (Kelly@safetyacepa.com) or 717-935-9635.
Congratulations to…
All of our 2023 graduates, including the preschool graduates from Stillmeadow Child Care (pictured below)!
Condolences to…
To Theresa Schmerge and family, whose father passed away May 13.
To Christina Stola and family. Christina’s father passed away May 9.
The family of Syd Shaffer who passed away April 15. Visitation and Service will be at Stillmeadow Church. Visitation will take place June 1st 6-8PM and June 2nd 9:30-11AM. Service will take place at June 2nd at 11AM.
“May the God of all grace, who has called you to his eternal glory in Christ, after you have suffered a little while, will himself restore you and make you strong, firm and steadfast.” 1 Peter 5:10
For His Kingdom,
Pastor Josh and the Stillmeadow Team
PS…Join me in the daily prayers, will you? Paul says, “Join me in my struggle by praying to God for me” (Romans 15:30). When we pray for someone, we spiritually join them in their struggle. Download the daily prayers for York here.
Our Summer Intern, A Surprise Guest for Grad Sunday and Camps!
Dear Church,
On Sunday, we drew our 1 Peter series to a close! I am looking forward to our Summer Series (This is the Gospel) that starts on June 4.
I have loved this encouragement to “Grow Up” from 1 Peter. And I love that Stillmeadow has a legacy of helping young people “grow up” through our internships. These have been rich opportunities to grow with someone as they explore God’s call on their lives.
And in this season of graduations, it’s a reminder of how we as a congregation walk beside young people and parents as they “grow up” through the educational journey.
And as we enter the season of summer camps, we have the opportunity to help teens and kids “grow up” through sacred encounters with God and his people from across our Nazarene district.
Check out how you can be involved in each of these opportunities below…
Support Our Summer Intern
Sergio Paul is serving as our summer intern within our worship technology ministry. Please join us in continuing to support Sergio by donating toward his college education. If you are giving online choose “Intern Fund” or write intern in the memo of your check or you can use this link.
A Surprise Guest for Graduate Sunday
This Sunday (May 28) we will celebrate our graduates from high school, college and any other higher education! The Stillmeadow Lane Campus will have a special surprise guest preacher, Pastor Ron Grey, the District Superintendent of East Jamaica, with whom we have been partnering for over a decade. Come ready to celebrate our graduates and be encouraged by our brother.
Sign up for Summer Camps
Kid & Preteen Camp is August 7-11 at Rhodes Grove Camp & Conference Center, Chambersburg, PA. Early Bird cost is $220. After June 23 the cost is $240. Deadline to register is July 21st. Fundraising is available. Questions? Email pastorrachel@gmail.com. Register for camp HERE.
Hear Sunday’s Services
Stillmeadow Lane Campus — Pastor Tabitha Martin
York City Campus —Pastor Isabell Clark
Grow with us
Check out our listing of other groups and let us know if you’re interested in one. If you’d like help, you can contact Karon Kagan (kkagan@stillnaz.com) or Pastor Tabitha Martin (pastortabitha@stillnaz.com).
Tuesday Night Men's and Women’s Groups
Man Cave-Connect, encourage, and challenge one another in the faith. Led by Wayne Rumsey and Jeff Calendar, this group meets at 6:30 in the Sprenkle House.
Girlfriends Growing in Grace-For women of all ages. Join us as we study a variety of material and grow together. This group is led by Lorraine Lauer and meets at 7PM at the Stillmeadow Lane Church in room #112. (Next meeting for this group is 6/6/23)
Happily 2Gether Forever — Strengthen your marriage! This small group is led by Dale and Patti Clymer and meets at 9AM in the Sprenkle House Ground fl. conference room.
Serve with us
You have been gifted and we’d be honored to serve with you. Here are three of the many ways you can join in. Click the button to sign up for these or see the other opportunities.
VBS (Vacation Bible School) June 19-22 6:30-8:30PM-Volunteers needed in all areas! Training Sunday, June 4th, 8-8:30AM. Sign-up at stillnaz.com/vbsvolunteer
Youth Ministry — Join an incredible team of adults who pour into the lives of teenagers on Sunday mornings at 10:30 or Tuesday nights at 7 on our Stillmeadow Lane Campus, or Sunday mornings at 11:00 or Wednesdays at 7 on our York City Campus. Contact Pastor Chris (pastorchris@stillnaz.com) for more info or sign up below.
2024 Jamaica Mission Trip (January 12-21) — We are assembling our team of adults (16+) to serve in Jamaica next year. You can sign up here.
Pray with us
Final Week of Half-Million Mobilization Prayers to Pentecost
Our intentional time of praying with Nazarenes from across the USA/Canada Region comes to a close on Pentecost (May 28). Click the link below for the devotional.
Give with us
Support the EJAM Partnership — Invest in the work of our ministry partners in Jamaica by giving to the EJAM Fund. If you are giving online choose “EJAM Fund” or write “EJAM Fund” in the memo of your check.
Support the Journey House with a Paint Night on June 10th, 1:30-5:30 for fellowship and a Paint Party! $45 per person includes everything. Contact Lida Renoll for tickets at 717-804-8896 or areyouready3691@gmail.com. Tickets must be purchased by June 3rd.
Support Our Kids and Preteens for Camp!
Special Announcement
CPR, AED & First-Aid Certification-Safety Ace will be offering this certification training in the ground floor of the Sprenkle House the second Saturday of each month beginning June 10, 2023. The cost is $65 per person. Each student receives ASHI certification card active for two years. If this would benefit you contact Kelly Miller at Safety Ace (Kelly@safetyacepa.com) or 717-935-9635.
Condolences to…
To Theresa Schmerge and family, whose father passed away May 13.
To Christina Stola and family. Christina’s father passed away May 9.
The family of Syd Shaffer who passed away April 15. Visitation and Service will be at Stillmeadow Church. Visitation will take place June 1st 6-8PM and June 2nd 9:30-11AM. Service will take place at June 2nd at 11AM.
“May the God of all grace, who has called you to his eternal glory in Christ, after you have suffered a little while, will himself restore you and make you strong, firm and steadfast.” 1 Peter 5:10
For His Kingdom,
Pastor Josh and the Stillmeadow Team
PS…It’s incredible to be a part of a long term partnership like ours with the East Jamaica district. If you’ve never gone on a trip, prayerfully consider signing up for next year’s trip. If not, prayerfully consider giving to support the partnership. Thank God for the legacy of His work in the East Jamaican and Stillmeadow people!
Pancake Breakfast, Graduates and Summer Camps!
Dear Church,
As we continue through the first letter that Peter wrote to the early church, I’m curious what themes God is bringing to your attention or what actions He is calling you to do? I’d love to hear. Share with me here: pastorjosh@stillnaz.com.
God keeps bringing to my attention the “exile” theme, where Peter recognizes that the people who have been “called out of darkness into His wonderful light” (2:9) are “foreigners and exiles” (2:11) in this world. But I am challenged that Peter calls these “exiles” not to live opposed to people in the world, but to live as good neighbors and “show proper respect to everyone, love the family of believers, fear God, honor the emperor” (2:17).
God, help us live without fear of others, and live with reverence for Your Son.
Jesus, thank You for giving us an example of living with love in the face of hate and for giving your life “to bring [us] to God” (3:18).
Spirit, keep before us your eternal goodness and strengthen us to “continue to do good” (4:19).
We are passionate about helping people of all ages experience being called out of darkness into God’s wonderful light, and especially creating environments for our young people to hear God’s voice and follow His Call. That’s why we celebrate our Grads and why we encourage families to send their kids and teens to summer camp. Read the details below…
Graduate Sunday is May 28
And we’ll be honoring our graduates from high school, college and any other higher education on May 28. You all have worked hard (parents too!) and we’d love to recognize your accomplishments and celebrate you! Please register by May 21 HERE .
Sign up for Summer Camps
Teen Camp is July 24-28. Early bird registration $275 is due by May 31st, and regular registration $295 is due by June 30th. Late registration rate of $345 is due from July 1-July 11th. Register for teen camp HERE.
Kid & Preteen Camp is August 7-11 at Rhodes Grove Camp & Conference Center, Chambersburg, PA. Early Bird ($220) is due by June 22 and regular registration ($240) is due by July 21. Fundraising is available. Questions? Email pastorrachel@gmail.com. Register for kids camp HERE.
Pancake Breakfast Camp Fundraiser-Saturday, May 20th 8-10AM!
Eat all the pancakes you want and help send our kids to kids camp! Tickets available HERE or you can pay when you arrive on Saturday.
Hear Sunday’s Services
Stillmeadow Lane Campus — Pastor Josh Kleinfeld
York City Campus —Pastor Jade Frederick
Grow with us
Check out our listing of other groups and let us know if you’re interested in one. If you’d like help, you can contact Karon Kagan (kkagan@stillnaz.com) or Pastor Tabitha Martin (pastortabitha@stillnaz.com).
Thursday Men’s Accountability — On Guard —Led by Pastor Jade Frederick this group meets the third Thursday of each month 6:30-8PM at 350 Chestnut St.,
Thursday Morning Women’s Bible Study —Led by Pastor Kathy Foltz this class meets at 10AM in the ground floor of Sprenkle House.
Serve with us
You have been gifted and we’d be honored to serve with you. Here are three of the many ways you can join in. Click the button to sign up for these or see the other opportunities.
VBS (Vacation Bible School) June 19-22 6:30-8:30PM-Volunteers needed in all areas! Training Sunday, June 4th, 8-8:30AM. Sign-up at stillnaz.com/vbsvolunteer
Youth Ministry — Join an incredible team of adults who pour into the lives of teenagers on Sunday mornings at 10:30 or Tuesday nights at 7 on our Stillmeadow Lane Campus, or Sunday mornings at 11:00 or Wednesdays at 7 on our York City Campus. Contact Pastor Chris (pastorchris@stillnaz.com) for more info or sign up below.
Work & Witness-An Information meeting regarding the 2024 Work & Witness trip to Jamaica will be held at 12PM Sunday, May 21st in room #112. All who would like to know more are encouraged to attend. Questions? Contact Randy or JoAnn Hull at jobi1956@gmail.com.
Pray with us
Half-Million Mobilization Prayers to Pentecost
Pray with Nazarenes from across the USA/Canada Region from Easter (April 9) through Pentecost (May 28). You can grab a prayer journal at the welcome center or download one on the web.
Give with us
Summer Intern– Sergio Paul is serving as our summer intern within our worship technology ministry. Please join us in continuing to support Sergio by donating toward his college education. If you are giving online choose “Intern Fund” or write intern in the memo of your check.
Disaster Relief Fund has been a way for us to fund quick trips to respond to areas in crisis. A special thanks to Forest Park, the Florida community we served last year, for giving us $3,385. You can also give by writing “Disaster” in your memo line of your check or by selecting “Disaster Relief” here.
Support the Journey House with a Paint Night on June 10th, 1:30-5:30 for fellowship and a Paint Party! $45 per person includes everything. Contact Lida Renoll for tickets at 717-804-8896 or areyouready3691@gmail.com. Tickets must be purchased by June 3rd.
Support Our Kids and Preteens for Camp!
Special Announcement
Accepting applications for the position of Facilities Manager: This is an opportunity for someone who sees this as an area of ministry. Duties include: supervising the custodial staff, with custodial duties as a part of the hours, overseeing the scheduling and usage of our facilities, and purchasing supplies. The position is mostly second shift and weekends due to the nature of our church activities.
We are looking for Facilities Team Members. Yes, this can include doing toilets, mopping floors, removing trash, and such. But, it is also an opportunity to pray, serve, and minister to our church body while you work. For more details and an opportunity to serve in this ministry, contact Pastor Kent at pastorkent@stillnaz.com or 717-577-4246.
Condolences to…
To Theresa Schmerge and family, whose father passed away May 13.
To Christina Stola and family. Christina’s father passed away May 9.
To Deborah Gingrich and family. Deborah’s father Noah Amspacher passed away April 25.
The family of Syd Shaffer who passed away April 15. Visitation and Service will be at Stillmeadow Church. Visitation will take place June 1st 6-8PM and June 2nd 9:30-11AM. Service will take place at June 2nd at 11AM.
Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus to all generations, for ever and ever! Amen. (Ephesians 3:20-21)
For His Kingdom,
Pastor Josh and the Stillmeadow Team
PS VBS. YES! I’m going to serve and would love to serve with you. Will you pray about serving and about who to invite? These have been incredible times for children to put their trust in Jesus and experience His love through the community of the church. You can register children here and volunteer here.
Facilities Manager, Graduates and VBS!
Dear Church,
“Love one another deeply, from the heart.” (1 Peter 1:22) Peter’s encouragement is to do more than give lip service to the three words (I love you) that are said too much and maybe not enough.
In our current series about growing up in our salvation, this is a point we dare not miss: Growth in Christ is always growth in love. Each of the steps of the journey of growth is about receiving His love and becoming more like Him to show His love.
Two ways we want to grow in love together as a congregation are in the hiring of a new facilities manager and in celebrating our graduates.
Now Hiring Facilities Team Manager
We’re looking for someone who has a vision to care for the building resources that have been entrusted to us. Duties include: supervising the custodial staff, with custodial duties as a part of the hours, overseeing the scheduling and usage of our facilities, and purchasing supplies. For more details and an opportunity to serve in this way, contact Pastor Kent at pastorkent@stillnaz.com or 717-577-4246.
Graduate Sunday is May 28
And we’ll be honoring our graduates from high school, college and any other higher education on May 28. You all have worked hard (parents too!) and we’d love to recognize your accomplishments and celebrate you! Please register by May 21 HERE .
Hear Sunday’s Services
Stillmeadow Lane Campus — Pastor Josh Kleinfeld
York City Campus —Pastor Jade & Chastity Frederick
Grow with us
Check out our listing of other groups and let us know if you’re interested in one. If you’d like help, you can contact Karon Kagan (kkagan@stillnaz.com) or Pastor Tabitha Martin (pastortabitha@stillnaz.com).
Thursday Men’s Accountability — On Guard —Led by Pastor Jade Frederick this group meets the third Thursday of each month 6:30-8PM at 350 Chestnut St.,
Thursday Morning Women’s Bible Study — Led by Pastor Kathy Foltz this class meets at 10AM in the ground floor of Sprenkle House.
Serve with us
You have been gifted and we’d be honored to serve with you. Here are three of the many ways you can join in. Click the button to sign up for these or see the other opportunities.
Servants Workcamp: June 26-30 — Serve locally with Servants on Saturdays or Workcamp. Sign up at the button below.
VBS (Vacation Bible School) June 19-22 6:30-8:30PM-Volunteers needed in all areas! Training Sunday, June 4th, 8-8:30AM. Sign-up at stillnaz.com/vbsvolunteer
Work & Witness -An Information meeting regarding the 2024 Work & Witness trip to Jamaica will be held at 12PM Sunday, May 21st in room #112. All who would like to know more are encouraged to attend. Questions? Contact Randy or JoAnn Hull at jobi1956@gmail.com.
Pray with us
Half-Million Mobilization Prayers to Pentecost
Pray with Nazarenes from across the USA/Canada Region from Easter (April 9) through Pentecost (May 28). You can grab a prayer journal at the welcome center or download one on the web.
Give with us
Disaster Relief Fund has been a way for us to fund quick trips to respond to areas in crisis. A special thanks to Forest Park, the Florida community we served last year, for giving us $3,385. You can also give by writing “Disaster” in your memo line of your check or by selecting “Disaster Relief” here.
Support the Journey House with a Paint Night on June 10th, 1:30-5:30 for fellowship and a Paint Party! $45 per person includes everything. Contact Lida Renoll for tickets at 717-804-8896 or areyouready3691@gmail.com. Tickets must be purchased by June 3rd.
Support Our Kids and Preteens for Camp!
Special Announcement
Accepting applications for the position of Facilities Manager: As we mentioned above, this is an opportunity for someone who sees this as an area of ministry. Duties include: supervising the custodial staff, with custodial duties as a part of the hours, overseeing the scheduling and usage of our facilities, and purchasing supplies. The position is mostly second shift and weekends due to the nature of our church activities.
We are looking for Facilities Team Members. Yes, this can include doing toilets, mopping floors, removing trash, and such. But, it is also an opportunity to pray, serve, and minister to our church body while you work. For more details and an opportunity to serve in this ministry, contact Pastor Kent at pastorkent@stillnaz.com or 717-577-4246.
Condolences to…
To Christina Stola and family. Christina’s father passed away May 9.
To Deborah Gingrich and family. Deborah’s father Noah Amspacher passed away April 25.
The family of Syd Shaffer who passed away April 15. Visitation and Service will be at Stillmeadow Church. Visitation will take place June 1st 6-8PM and June 2nd 9:30-11AM. Service will take place at June 2nd at 11AM.
Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus to all generations, for ever and ever! Amen. (Ephesians 3:20-21)
For His Kingdom,
Pastor Josh and the Stillmeadow Team
PS VBS. YES! I’m going to serve and would love to serve with you. Will you pray about serving and about who to invite? These have been incredible times for children to put their trust in Jesus and experience His love through the community of the church. You can register children here and volunteer here.