Religion Briefs

Aug 5, 2023

Editor’s note: To submit a nonprofit announcement to The Sentinel’s Religion section, contact Tom Laub at (717) 248-6741 or by email at [email protected]. Items also may be faxed to (717) 248-3481 or sent to The Sentinel, 352 Sixth St., Lewistown, PA 17044. Items must be received by Tuesday for publication in the Saturday edition. Submissions will be published as space allows. The editor reserves the right to edit all submissions.

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First Bakers UMC

to host Bible study

LEWISTOWN — First Bakers United Methodist Church will host a Bible study every Wednesday at 7 p.m. The church will also host a youth group for individuals under age 18 on the first Thursday of each month, except July.

Schrader to host special speakers

MILROY — Schrader United Methodist Church will host the following speakers during its 8:30 a.m. services:

• Aug. 6 — John Looney

• Aug. 13 — Bernard Carpenter

• Aug. 20 — Bernard Carpenter

• Aug. 27 — Eric Packard

Worship Services at

Trinity Lutheran Church

McALISTERVILLE — Trinity Lutheran Church, 420 Main St. in McAlisterville. Worship every Sunday with Holy Communion at 9 a.m.

On Sunday, Aug. 13, we will be honored to host Bishop Victor Padmore, Bishop of the Lutheran Church in Liberia, in worship. Back to School Sunday is Aug. 20. Children are welcome to bring their backpacks to be blessed. Teachers and school staff will be commissioned.

Watch our services live on our Facebook page or posted on our YouTube channel and website, www.trinitymcalisterville.org. Social Time and Sunday School take place after worship.

Services at Upper Room

Worship Center Cafe’ Church

BELLEVILLE — The Upper Room Worship Center Cafe’ Church, 4567 E. Main St. in Belleville.

Worship services Sunday at 10:30 a.m.

Bunkertown Men’s Chorus begins 90th season of singing

McALISTERVILLE — The Bunkertown Men’s Chorus has begun its 90th season of singing. The group was founded in 1934 by a small group of Christian men from Eastern Juniata and Western Snyder Counties, originally providing music on WKOK in Sunbury. Continuing to sing, the group grew and has performed at churches for worship and revival services, Sunday School conventions, camp meetings, social functions, and more. For many years, the Chorus practiced at the Brethren Church in Bunkertown (rural McAlisterville), and currently practices at Good News Lutheran Brethren Church near Cocolamus. The music sung by the group is four-part men’s Gospel quartet music, both accompanied and a cappella. Present-day members hail from Snyder, Juniata, Perry, Lebanon, and Cumberland Counties. If your church or organization is interested in hosting the chorus, or you are a Christian man who would enjoy signing with the group, more information can be found online at menschorus.org, or you can contact the Good News Church office at (717) 463-4030.

HHHO Food giveaway

in Beavertown

BEAVERTOWN — The Helping Hands, Helping Others, Inc. food giveaway will be held at 11:00 a.m. on the third Tuesday of the month at Beaver Lutheran Church, Rt. 522 at the west end of Beavertown. You must enter the rear of the church by Gross Rd. across from Boonie’s in Beavertown. The road to the rear of the church will be blocked until 11:30 a.m., or until the truck supplying the food giveaway unloads. Once the road to the rear of the church is opened, you will be directed to park your car. You must then line up in front of the pavilion at the end of the parking lot. You will be able to select the foods you want. Volunteers will still not be asking for income limits, but will ask for your name and contact information. You may bring boxes or bags. Volunteers should arrive around 9 a.m. HHHO is not government funded. Any donation is appreciated and is a 501-C3 tax donation. Please send to: P.O. Box 151, Beavertown, PA, 17813.

Hymn sing / ice cream social

at United Methodist Church

McVEYTOWN — There will be a hymn sing and ice cream social at McVeytown United Methodist Church on Sunday, August 13 at 6 p.m. Check the McVeytown United Methodist Facebook page for updates. Bring your own lawn chair and favorite ice cream topping.

‘The Story Tour’ at Mifflin County High School

LEWISTOWN — Found and Favored Ministries presents ‘The Story Tour’ at Mifflin County High School, 501 6th St. in Lewistown on Saturday, Oct. 21. The presentation ia a one-night musical journey featuring the hope-filled music of Allan Scott Band, inspiring times of ministry with speakers Allan Scott and suicide survivor Pastor Travis Habbershon, powerful testimonies and stories of God’s redemption, all designed to communicate one truth: ‘with Jesus, your story isn’t over!’ It’s a powerful and unique experience for those who are hurting, addicted or struggling with their faith. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.thestorytour.org.

Pastors invited

to submit messages

LEWISTOWN — The Sentinel invites area religious leaders to submit columns for “Professions of Faith” in the Sentinel’s weekly religion section. Interested individuals may contact Tom Laub at [email protected] or (717) 248-6741, ext. 127. Sermons should be limited to 1,000 words; exceptions may be made at the editor’s discretion.

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