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4 PM SUNDAY, NOV 5 IN THE SANCTUARY • FREE WILL OFFERING

Rizzetta’s Tones is a Celtic Americana band comprised of ‘fraternal twin’ hammer dulcimers, silver flute, high and low whistles, guitar, bass guitar, plus alto and bass melodions. Their sound is often spiced up with button accordion, Greek bouzouki, mandolin, autoharp, ukulele, as well as bodhran, djembe, and other percussion instruments (yes, even three frogs!)

Band members Randy Kochel, Amanda Wells, Linda Lohr, Bill Stine and Jared McDonald sing lead and backing vocals on songs poignant and humorous. Repertoire includes music from Ireland, Scotland, and the USA, drawing as well from the traditions of other lands. 

Forging new arrangements and writing their own material, the ensemble presents audiences with a pleasing twist while respecting musical traditions. Members have previously performed and recorded with Gladly Playe Wyth Stryngs, From the Well, Fargo Wagon, and Crofter’s Heir. Get ready for a journey of exciting instrumental and vocal experiences!

You are invited to ponder and discuss the following questions with your family, with small groups and committees, or on your own so what happens in worship can follow you, inspire you, and guide you throughout the week:

1. When have you wondered in awe at the majesty of God’s creation: its beauty, vastness, or intricacy?
2. How have you been most appreciative of the gift of creation? When have you taken it for granted or not treated it as well as you could?
3. God gives us the gift of creation: of life and a place to live it. How might this gift inspire us to give in a similar way?

9 AM – 2 PM SATURDAY, OCT 7 AT THE HARRISBURG KOREAN PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 1127 SLATE HILL ROAD, CAMP HILL

Come experience Korean culture through activities, and folk performances! A variety of Korean foods are available for purchase (Bibimbob, Bulgogi, Kimchi, etc) for $10-$20. Enjoy performances by the Harrisburg Korean Culture School and Selahart group from 11 am – 1 pm.

Cash Flow – Operating Fund as of 8/31/23:

Treasurer’s note: August income was the lowest in over 15 years, resulting in a year-to-date deficit for the first time this year, even though expenses for the month were below budget.

Drainage work behind Fellowship Hall will be under way by the end of the month, which may block access to a number of parking spaces along the back of the building during the week. Watch for signs and heavy equipment in use.

A congregational meeting will follow 10:30 am worship on Oct 8 for the purpose of electing six elders and five deacons for the class of 2026, and four church members to serve on the 2024 nominating committee.

These Derry members have accepted nominations: 

Elders, class of 2026: Marion Alexander, Elizabeth Southerlan, Wally Patton, Mike Leader, Greg Taylor, and Julie Miller.

Deacons, class of 2026: Jim Provins, Cindy Wolfe, James Gorman, Lori Klucker, and Dottie Bossler.

2024 Nominating Committee: Bill Parrish, Suzie Gloeckler, Luke Gawron, and Mike Kinney

5-7 PM SUNDAY, OCT 22 IN ROOM 7

Derry’s 3rd and 4th graders and their families are invited to join us for our Bible Exploration program. This fun evening will have us exploring the bible, learning to better navigate the Bible, hearing fun stories and facts hidden in the Bible, and preparing the children to receive their next-level Bibles in worship on Sunday, Oct 29. Dinner is provided.

Please RSVP to M.E. Steelman by Sunday, Oct 15.

1 PM MONDAY, OCT 16 ON ZOOM: CLICK TO JOIN 

Tech Time welcomes back Jerry Mitchell, Education and Outreach Specialist at the Pennsylvania Office of the Attorney General, to talk with us about how to avoid scams that are prevalent during the holiday season. In July Jerry gave a well-received presentation on identity theft, and we’re glad to welcome him back for another helpful and important program.

10-11 AM SATURDAY, OCT 28 IN THE DERRY CHURCH PARKING LOT

Families, you’re invited to enjoy a safe space to “Trunk or Treat” with your little ones. There is no cost to participate, simply come in costume and enjoy saying hello and trick-or-treating with your church friends. 

Individuals, couples and families can join the fun by decorating their vehicles and providing candy for the “Trunk or Treat” experience. Let us know you’ll participate:

• Register a Trunk or Treat Vehicle
• Register Your Trunk or Treaters

Candy donations welcome! Drop candy in the designated box at entrance #1.

You are invited to ponder and discuss the following questions with your family, with small groups and committees, or on your own so what happens in worship can follow you, inspire you, and guide you throughout the week:

1. When you hear the word grief, what image, name, or situation first comes into your mind?
2. When have you felt anticipatory grief: that feeling we get about what the future holds when we’re uncertain?
3. Have you ever felt closer to God, or felt filled with God’s love and grace, while you grieved? How did faith help your grief process?

Orange Day is the day Presbyterian Women recognize exploitation of females worldwide and the work being done to end it. Recent headlines highlighted the arrest of a woman for violating labor/sex trafficking laws in running 10 massage parlors as fronts in York, Dauphin, and Cumberland Counties. Some articles highlighted local community programs (mostly in Cumberland County) dedicated to providing services and opportunities to help victims of labor/sex trafficking escape their situations.

Check out Greenlight Operation and Peace Promise for more information and wear orange or an orange ribbon on Monday to show support for the victims and those working with them.

Bring your coins for the Alliance for Children Everywhere (ACE) Change 4 Children Offering on Sunday, Sept 17

Last year 2,386 vulnerable and orphaned children in Zambia were helped to find family, education, and community through ACE. Zambian girls are less likely to complete their education due to expectations for many girls regarding domestic responsibilities, early marriage, or pregnancy. ACE champions gender equality and maintains a 50/50 enrollment ratio of boys and girls in their schools. Your donations support ACE’s efforts to educate vulnerable children.

Change 4 Children baskets will be available at entrances to the Chapel and Sanctuary to collect your donations to continue this and other ACE programs. Bring your change in zip-closed bags, remembering to bag any foreign coins separately. Check that the bag is free of paper clips, pins, batteries, buttons — anything that is not legal tender — as these clog the coin sorting machine.  

Change 4 Children is collected quarterly at Derry Church. The next offering will be received on Sunday, Dec 10.