Volume XLII Issue XXXI August 2018 A NEWSLETTER FROM …...Elder abuse. Hate crimes. The world is filled with all sorts of hostility, hatred, and violence. And it can feel overwhelming.

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A NEWSLETTER FROM ST. MATTHIAS LUTHERAN CHURCH

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Volume XLII Issue XXXI August 2018

those being victimized by injustice, we can strive for

justice and peace in all the earth. And we can serve

all those in need, following the example of Jesus.

If those words sound familiar, it’s because we use

them whenever we affirm our faith in Jesus.

Do you intend to continue in the covenant God made

with you in Holy Baptism:

to live among God's faithful people,

to hear the Word of God and share in the Lord's

Supper,

to proclaim the good news of God in Christ through

word and deed,

to serve all people, following the example of Jesus,

and to strive for justice and peace in all the earth?

And we all joyfully answer together: We do, and we

ask God to help and guide us.

Thanks be to God! Amen.

In Christ,

Pastor Paul

August 26

th - Blessing of

Teachers and Students (and Backpacks!)

Believe it or not, our kids will be returning to school soon! With that in

mind, we invite our youth to bring their school backpacks with them to worship on August 26th, as Pastor Paul will share a special prayer and blessing for our school-age youth and their new teachers. We'll look forward to seeing you!

Rally Day – Sunday, September 9

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Please note that Rally Day will be on Sunday, September 9th, and will include Sunday School at 9am. Beginning on Rally Day, our Sunday morning worship will change to 10:15am. We’ll also be having our annual church picnic after worship. All are welcome. We’ll look forward to seeing you there!

School shootings. Road rage.

Bullying. Domestic violence.

Elder abuse. Hate crimes.

Child abuse. Human

trafficking. Terrorism.

The world is filled with all sorts of hostility, hatred,

and violence. And it can feel overwhelming. When

will it ever stop? And where is God in the midst of

all this?

Sometimes we forget that the world that Jesus came

into some 2000 years ago was also filled hostility,

hatred, and violence. And in the midst of that world,

Jesus, God Himself, brought God’s forgiveness,

love, and peace to a hurting world. And in the midst

of that world, Jesus, God Himself, was the victim of

being falsely accused, slandered, abandoned, and

betrayed by His own people, all so He could be

tortured and murdered on a cross while His own

people watched from a distance.

Does that mean that God has no power over evil? Is

God just “another bullied victim” of the world in

which He created?

Where is God in the midst of all this hostility, hatred,

and violence? He’s right here, in the middle of all of

it, dying on a cross. And He’s also right here, in the

middle of all of it, rising from the dead, and

pronouncing God’s power over all the evil in the

world. God has defeated the powers of hostility,

hatred, violence, and even death itself. Because

nothing is more powerful than His own forgiveness,

love, and peace: not even death itself.

As God sends us out in that same world as His

disciples, we, too, might find ourselves being

threatened with hostility, hatred, and violence. And

in the midst of that world, we are free to offer God’s

own answers to evil in the world.

To those being threatened with violence, we can

offer safety and protection. To those being alienated

and bullied, we can offer acceptance and love. To


“Ribbit” Well, let’s see– for a long time we have had e-mail. Then Myspace,

and Twitter and Google and Facebook. I’m sure there are

many more on the way so we can communicate with everyone we have ever known

eve n in the slightest way. Since I am not involved. Every month I write a small article for our

Newsletter and it seems to me that since I write a small article for a very limited group of people I am like a very small frog in a small pond and we could

call my ramblings “Ribbit”. A minor croak in the mail once a month.

I sometimes wonder who reads this prose of mine. I’m sure they are for the most park kind, decent, caring, tolerant, generous, thinkers and seekers.

However now and then, in a moment of desperation someone may read this who is narrow

-minded, mean, ignorant, judgmental, etc. and they don’t even know they are the at way.

The thing I wish to convey each month is what it means to be a follower of Jesus Christ, to look at our lives and allow Christ to change us into who

we can and should be, but not a lot of people read THE BOOK and chew it, and swallow it and digest

it till it becomes a part of us. So, okay, that is what I do, I write my little

messages of love that come from knowing who the person of the BOOK is.

A message from a small frog in a small pond. “Ribbit!”

Do you think the heat has gotten to me?

Vera Maxwell (taken from the August 2010 newsletter)

I’d like to thank all those

who provided food and

offered congratulatory

words/cards/gifts during

the celebration of the 10th

anniversary of my ordination in July. Your kindness

and encouragement are greatly appreciated, and I feel

incredibly blessed to be serving as your pastor!

In Christ,

Pastor Paul

ATTENTION MEMBERS Church Council has approved the examination of our membership rolls. This will begin after Easter. To remain a member of St. Matthias, a member must contribute or commune once every 5 years. This activity must be recorded in church records. A contribution is recorded if a member has envelopes or has submitted a donation by check. Communion is recorded when a member completes and submits a communion card. Members with no recorded address and those who do not respond after 4 attempts of notification will be removed from the rolls by Council action.

2019 Budget Requests due All 2019 budget requests are due by Sunday, September 2

nd. If you have any items that

you'd like to be included in the 2019 budget, please pass them along to the Finance committee or to Eliot Moore, our Financial Secretary. Feel free to contact Eliot or Pastor Paul with any questions.

Harvest Table The Harvest Table has been a St. Matthias

tradition for over 10 years. It is a cross between a farmer’s market and a flea market. Stop by

each week throughout the summer to see what garden related items, crafts, or other treasures are available. Remember, your free will offering

will benefit the Westmoreland County Food Bank. Also please sign-up to be a Harvest

Table Attendant for a Sunday. Sheets are on the clip boards in the Narthex

Organist/Choir Director Position Available

St. Matthias is searching for an Organist/Choir Director for our Sunday morning worship service and additional special services. A job description is available at our website at www.stmatthiasgreensburg.org,

and resumes can be submitted to [email protected]. Questions can be directed to the church office at (724) 834-2457.


HVAC Fund Our Church Council has approved the Property Committee’s recommendation to replace the left front HVAC inside and outside units inside the sanctuary. With the many problems we have had with the 4 Fujitsu units over their 6 years of service, we have decided to be proactive by replacing the left front unit (the one nearest the pulpit) with a better rated Mitsubishi unit. It would cost around $1,500 to replace or repair just the left front inside unit. The cost for a complete inside and outside unit will be $3,200. Council has also approved the Property Committee’s recommendation to start a special “HVAC fund” to pay for this cost. The new outside unit will be located on a wall bracket higher and closer to the building, protecting it from the elements. Included in the estimate, they will raise the 3 remaining Fujitsu outside units 4 inches off the ground. The Mitsubishi unit is smaller and more efficient than the current units. The inside unit should be the same size, so it will fit in our current mounting boxes. If donations to the “HVAC fund” exceed the cost needed, the additional funds we be placed in the church’s investment accounts and marked as “HVAC fund” for any future HVAC problems. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Fred Oestreicher or Pastor Paul. Thank you. Update – The new HVAC unit was installed on May 5

th at a reduced cost of $3,100.

The Property Committee

St. Matthias Fall Cleanup Day Saturday, September 8

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Our church's Fall Cleanup Day has been scheduled for Saturday, September 8

th, from 9am - 12 noon.

Any available men, women, and children are welcomed and encouraged to come along and help us with cleaning, repairing, and beautifying God's house as we prepare for Rally Day. Please feel free to bring along work gloves and any tools that you may have that could be helpful in our work. We'll look forward to seeing you there!

Attention Married Couples:

Don't pass up your chance to attend a Lutheran Marriage Encounter Weekend this fall at the beautiful, hotel-style

Olmsted Retreat Center in the Allegheny National Forest, 2 hours north of Pittsburgh. The dates are: October 19-21, 2018. Plan to attend the number-one-rated marriage enrichment program presented by Lutheran Marriage Encounter! But hurry, register NOW to reserve your spot and avoid being on a waiting list. If the October Weekend doesn't work for you, please consider road-tripping to the Poconos for the September 14-16 Weekend at Spruce Lake Retreat in Canadensis, PA; or registering for the November 9-11 Weekend at Hampton Inn Berkshires in Lenox Massachusetts. Two nights lodging, 5 meals for each of you, and all supplies are included with your $100 per couple registration fee, plus toward the end of the weekend you will be given an opportunity to make a confidential contribution of whatever amount you wish to help cover expenses and towards the continuation of the program. Simply go to: GodLovesMarriage.org and pay the $100/couple registration fee with your credit card, or mark the option to mail a check. For questions, or if you would like a brochure mailed to you, contact Northeast US Directors of Lutheran Marriage Encounter, Fred & Julie Schamber, at 724-325-3166 or [email protected].

CPR Classes at St. Matthias CPR classes at St. Matthias are planned for :

Aug 11th 8:30-11am

Aug 23rd

6-8:30pm Sept 13-14

th 8am- 6pm

Sept 22nd

10-11:30an Oct 20

th 8:30-11am

tel:724-325-3166

mailto:[email protected]


C h u r c h C o u n c i I H i g h l i g h t s

July 9, 2018

St. Matthias Church Council met Monday evening, July 9, 2018 at 7:00 p.m. at the church. All Council members were present with

the exception of Joe Schmitt, Andrew Harrold, and Terri Santavy. Also present were Eldora Crist, Treasurer, Tina Weimer, Eliot

Moore, and Pastor Paul. Devotions were read by Fred Oestreicher.

President Fred Oestreicher called the meeting to order at 7:09 p.m. Agenda was reviewed and presented for additions or changes.

Motion was made by Wayne Himler and seconded by Norb Georges to accept the agenda as presented. Motion carried. Minutes of

the June 11, 2018 Council meeting were reviewed for additions or changes. Motion was made by Wayne Himler and seconded by

Norb Georges to accept the minutes as presented. Motion carried.

Treasurer’s Report: The June Treasurer ’s Repor t was presented and reviewed by Eldora Cr ist, Treasurer . Ending balance

in the checking account was $2,634.01. A motion was made by Wayne Himler, seconded by Norb Georges and carried to accept the

Treasurer’s Report as presented and file it for Audit.

Pastor’s Report: Pastor Paul’s wr itten repor t for June was presented. Pastor repor ted that he conducted a funeral service

for Vern Adams on June 23. Pastor attended the SWPA Synod Assembly at Thiel College in Greenville, June 13-16 and served as

the Chairperson of the Elections Committee. He led Vacation Bible School and the Blessing of Animals during the week of June 25.

Pastor also led worship with Joan Wilson at Redstone Highlands on July 18. Pastor noted that Amy is working on re-building our

website.

Communications: A thank you was received from Bethesda for a donation.

Concerns: None.

Committee Reports were presented.

Old Business:

Updating the Membership Registry: A preliminary announcement was placed in the past several newsletter s and

bulletins about updating our membership registry. Tina Weimer has reviewed the registry.

Delivery of semi-annual Financial Statements at end of June: The semi-annual Financial Statements are on the table in the

narthex and those not picked up by mid-July will be mailed.

New Business:

Garden of the Saints Request: Vern Adams, a member of St. Matthias, passed away on June 15. Vern’s wife Debra (also

a member of St. Matthias), has requested that his ashes be placed in the Garden of the Saints at a future date. Motion was

made by Wayne Himler and seconded by Norb Georges and passed to honor this request.

Property Recommendation: Sanctuary Flooring: Committee met on July 5 to review an estimate to clean and refurbish

the sanctuary flooring from Master Kleen at a cost of $1,950 plus tax. Council discussed the estimate and recommended

that we re-visit the cleaning and refurbishment next year.

The next Council meeting will be held on Monday, August 13, 2018 at 7:00 p.m. Devotions for the next meeting will be presented

by Terri Santavy. A motion was made by Wayne Himler and seconded by Norb Georges to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried.

Meeting was adjourned at 8:13 p.m.

Respectfully Submitted,

Mary Lou Wolff


Women of St. Matthias will finish a 3 part study on prayer. Session 3 -The

Expressions of Prayer. Prayer doesn’t just affect us personally and

communally; it affects the very mission of the Church. Hostesses will be

Bernice Gruesu and Joan Wilson. See you August 9 at 7.

September 14, 15 and 16th the NWPA and SWPA Women of the ELCA will hold their

Weekend Retreat at Lutherlyn. Strive for justice in all the earth. Psalm 106:3 Blessed are

those who act justly, who always do right.

Designed Outreach is Ready Yourself Youth Ranch. This is a ministry that connects horses in need of rescue with children dealing with challenges and difficulties. The ministry is located in New Brighton.

Special thanks to all who made Pastor

Paul’s 10th Anniversary a big success!

Sunday, August 12 - Open Your Heart to a Senior After worship on Sunday, August 12, Maureen Zang from the United Way will be presenting a Lunch and Learn Program after worship about their “Open Your Heart to a Senior” program. This program coordinates volunteers to help seniors in their homes with a range of non-medical services. Please stay with us after worship on August 12

th to learn more about how to become a volunteer or how to

make the United Way aware of those seniors who may benefit from this program! More information is listed below… The mission of Open Your Heart to a Senior, (formerly Faith in Action) is to extend the ability of adults over the age of 60 to live safely and independently in their homes. That independence can be measured by avoiding the need for long-term care, such as assisted living or nursing home care. Our volunteers provide a range of non-medical services for free, that include escorted transportation to appointments and shopping, caregiver relief, supportive home visits, telephone reassurance calls, home safety checks, and errands and grocery shopping. We currently serve you and your neighbors in the Greater Greensburg area. Volunteers receive training and support, and average 2-3 hours of service per week. Please consider volunteering to provide this meaningful service to your senior neighbor in need. For more information about receiving our services or volunteering to help, please contact Open Your Heart to a Senior at 724-224-3199 or [email protected]. and come to the information session at St. Matthias on August 12

th!

mailto:[email protected]


SOCIAL MINISTRY: YOUR help is wanted.

Your HELP is needed. Your help is WANTED.

HELP WANTED AND NEEDED

FOR FALL AND CHRISTMAS

OUTREACH MINISTRIES The Social Ministry Committee is

looking for a few good men, women and youths to join our team as we coordinate the congregation’s involvement in community outreach this fall and Christmas.

Your involvement would be limited to one ministry and you will be partnered with an experienced co-leader.

The time commitment covers about 2 months, with additional time for planning and communication.

Job tasks for all positions include: (1)communicating with the congregation through the newsletter, bulletins and announcements; (2)monitoring the collection of items; (3)making contact with the sponsoring agency’ and (4) making arrangements for delivery.

Below are the openings on the

committee and the time commitment. Sock-tober/Children’s Bureau: 1 co-leader (with Arleen Hawk) Activity starts in August with publicity

and ends with the delivery of items after the last Sunday of October.

Bethesda Lutheran Services/Jesse Tree:

1 co-leader (with Nancy Ferrier). Activity starts in September with publicity and concludes with mailing gift cards in December. This person will also help oversee

the collection of “box tops for education” 2 to 3 times a year,

Maxwell & Nicely School Children/

Jesse Tree. 1 co-leader (with Jean Kaufmann). Activity starts in September and concludes with delivering gifts to the schools early in December.

And looking ahead into 2019: “Let’s Make A Lenten Meal”/

Blackburn. Two co-leaders are needed for this

program and this year will work with Arleen Hawk. Commitment begins in January 2019 with planning and concludes with delivery of items to Blackburn staff just the week following Palm Sunday.

OPENING:

SOCIAL MINISTRY COORDINATOR After leading the congregation’s Social

Ministry Outreach for two years, I am asking council to relieve me of this responsibility. It is time for someone else to lead. If you are interested please talk with Pastor Gruesu. All the planning materials will be turned over and I will be glad to help during your transition.

What is so great about St. Matthias? It is its people. People who care, people who give. We are the church, the body of Christ. We go into the world to serve.

Thank you for all you do here and in

the community. YOUR help is needed. Your HELP is wanted. YOUR HELP IS NEEDED! Prayerfully consider saying “yes” to one

of the openings listed. Thank you. Arleen Hawk


This is a sermon that was delivered on Saturday

June 16, and Sunday June 17, 2018 by council

member Andrew Harrold. It is being provided here

for those who were unable to attend those dates.

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Grace to you and peace, from God our Father, and the

Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Now you are probably won-

dering why I am speaking to you today. And no, Pas-

tor Paul is not sick or lazy today. Back in April, there

was lunch and learn in the north hills about the future

direction of the church. I said maybe I could create a

lesson plan and deliver a sermon for something differ-

ent for our church to do. And so here I am. What stuck

out the most for me when I read this passage was the

end; “You therefore must be perfect, as your heavenly

Father is perfect.” I am quite uneasy with that state-

ment, and I am sure you are also. How can we be on

the same level as God? There is nothing we can do to

repay back Jesus. I didn’t ask him to go on the cross. I

don’t deserve to be saved. I am not perfect; I fail every

day. But I don’t feel like my sins are washed away or

taken up to the cross. I have trouble forgiving myself.

Despite of all my miserable shortcomings I can faith-

fully proclaim: We are perfect to God just the way we

are. Let that sink in for a bit. That is a simple sentence

but very hard to comprehend. That is the only answer I

received for me not being perfect. I think it is the word

perfect that jams us up. The definition of perfect/

perfection is being misunderstood. An analogy that

would come to mind would be of your ideal home, car,

job, spouse, etc. Everyone will have a different mean-

ing of perfect. Do you love your child? Of course. Is

she/he perfect? By no means. Now would you replace

her/him with another daughter/son? No. So then she/he

is perfect. Parents love their children, but why is not

this love on us? The relationship then as people is that

we are children of God and God wouldn’t want to re-

place us either. So then we are perfect. There are some

things that we wouldn’t want our child to do but de-

spite that, we still love them. Now we sin, which is

what God wouldn’t want us to do, but despite that He

still loves us. We do our best and that is what God

cares about, for the reason why we are saints in the

first place is by the grace of God. The reason why this

works is because not of our own actions, but the gift of

the Holy Spirit working with and through us. God un-

derstands; for he sent his only son to die so that we

could be saved. There is another path. But do not

overthink this path that it will always be easy if we

follow God. If we follow our own devices, then it may

seem easy at first, but our minds deceive us until

something goes wrong. Think about a time that

brought you joy. A true gift from God. A time that you

thought was going to fail but ultimately worked out in

the end. Your intention and prayers to achieve this goal

were answered. Share this time with others, show the

perfection. This is only possible by God. Knowing that

God is with us during that joyful time. Now think of a

bad time, another true gift from God. For me it would be

damaging my car just 3-4 months ago. But miraculously

God was with me, even though I had to use my Grandfa-

ther’s front wheel drive car while my car was in the

shop during the whole month of February when there

were days of ice and snow. Somehow it worked out, that

somehow can only be God at work. So never did anyone

or I say that this path is easy. This path requires vigi-

lance on our part to be mindful to let God enter our

lives. To always be humble whenever you are exalted.

The Gospel of Matthew says to love your enemies, bless

those who curse you, and pray for those who persecute

you. And turn the other cheek, and walk an extra mile.

The book of Hebrews states: Let brotherly love contin-

ue. Be not forgetful to entertain strangers: for thereby

some have entertained angels unawares. Remember

them that are in bonds, as bound with them; and them

which suffer adversity, as being yourselves also in the

body. Keep your life free from the love of money, and

be content with what you have, for he has said, “I will

never leave you nor forsake you.” This path of perfec-

tion is not an easy route as provided earlier. How are we

perfect to God? Quite simple really. Not by our own

actions, which ultimately would lead us astray, but by

the gift of the Holy Spirit God bestows upon us. God

chooses and decides that we are perfect, not us. What do

we do with this power? Do we do God’s mission or our

mission? Does being perfect mean we can do whatever

we want? To sin and still be perfect to God? But I feel

as though the word itself is being misconstrued; for I am

using an uncommon definition of perfect, not the stand-

ard definition. Some definitions include being excellent

or complete beyond practical or theoretical improvement

or entirely without any flaws, defects, or shortcomings.

We know that is not true about us because we sin. May-

be it is exactly fitting the need in a certain situation or

for a certain purpose. That sounds a little closer. The

certain situation or purpose is God. He decided to let me

deliver this sermon. Now anyone else could deliver it,

but would it have the same appeal as I? I have been

blessed to have this opportunity to have this church have

me deliver this sermon, and most importantly The Holy

Spirit to guide me with the words. We are perfect to God

just the way we are. And the ironic part about this ser-

mon is that at the end of this service someone will say

my sermon was great, thank you. And I will simply say,

“Don’t thank me, thank God.” Amen.


Prayer List Bob Smith– Friend of Norb & Vicki Georges Bill Trisoline– Member George Throm– Dana Weaver’s Cousin Kathy Glew– Friend of Eldora Crist Amy& Her son Chad- Alex, Becca, & Wynslow Santavy– Members Pastor Fred Heitzenroder– Member Pam Hedman– Friend of Sue Spillar Bill Spillar– Member Don Svetkovich– Barb Fink’s Neighbor Vicki Miller— Sally Brier’s Sister Greg Ferrier– Nancy Ferrier’s Son Carrie Rudiselle - Terri Santavy’s Mother Patty Gruesu— Pastor Paul’s Sister in law Kate & Baby Annabelle— Norb & Vicki Georges Ray Bowman— Keith Bowman’s Brother Rita Miller— Doris McDonnell’s Sister in Law Helen Holleran — Vicki Georges’ In Law Dolly Queer— Linda & Ray Wasilowski’s Friend Carol Garlow — Linda & Ray Wasilowski’s Sister in Law Marlene Proud — Linda Wasilowski’s friend’s sister Nancy Uhl— Vicki Georges’ friend

Elaine Hartman— Friend of the Gruesu Family Don Ohr — Member Virginia Turner —Member

Bob Marks — Member

Stan Wasilowski --Ray’s Cousin Frank Santavy — Barry & Dave’s Father Barry Santavy — Member Ted Wohlin — Arlene Wohlin’s Husband Norma Hay —Member

Names will remain on the list for three (3) months after which they will be removed unless the request is renewed with the church office. To contact the prayer chain, please call: Joan Wilson at (724) 836-3055

PRAYING is the first of our Faith Practices Medallions...and is lifted up in this way so that all may remember these folks who are in some way related to St. Matthias Lutheran Church. We appreciate this opportunity to inform you of an active ministry going on throughout our congregation on a daily basis. Remember these brothers and sisters in Christ in your prayers.

Please check the harvest table

each week for produce and

surprises. All proceeds benefit

Westmoreland Food Bank.

Eli Pletcher August 3 Teresa Frye August 3 Virginia Bowman August 4 John Wohlin August 5 Traci Crise August 7

Amber Dudash August 12 Stormy Knight August 13 Barbara Hoffman August 17 Meredith Schmadel August 18 Cheryl Pennell August 19 James Myers III August 20 Maryann Himler August 20 James Myers IV August 21 John Turnbull August 21 Adam Harrold August 21 Robert Wolff August 22 Donald Kauffman August 23 Erik Pegg August 23 Fred Oestreicher August 30

Amber & Kevin Organiscak August 9 Joseph & Bernice Gruesu August 15 John & Tina Weimer August 16 Wayne & Cynthia Caldwell August 19 Richard & Kristin Paullet August 20

Faith Works Envelopes

Faith Works envelopes are on the back pew in the sanctuary. Please use these envelopes to support any of the following ministries: Bethesda Children’s Home Camp Agape Camp Lutherlyn Gettysburg Seminary Glade Run Lutheran Services Lutheran Campus Ministry in Oakland Lutheran Senior Life Lutheran Service Society Synod Mission Support Thiel College Check off which agency you wish to contribute to and place the envelope with your donation in the offering plate. Please remember to indicate your envelope number.


Cleaning Committee In an effort to conserve our financial resources, our congregation has started cleaning the church with the help of our own members. So far, we have

enough members to cover nine weeks. We certainly would appreciate more volunteers. It actually isn’t very hard work. We have a list of what needs done and all the supplies to do the cleaning are in the janitor’s room. Anyone willing to help out, please contact Pastor Paul or the church office! Thank you!

Cleaning Dates: July—week of: 30-August 3— Andrew Harrold and Sally Brier August— week of: 6-10— Alycefaye Stewart and Arleen Hawk 13-17— Jen, Jeff, and Madison Sano 20-24— Fred and Bobbie Oestreicher 27-31— Mary Lou and Bob Wolff September— week of: 3-8— Bob & Gayle Kunko 10-15— Dana, Bernice, Lindsay Gruesu 17-21— Sharon & Bob Marks and Doris McDonnell 24-28— Andrew Harrold and Sally Brier October— week of: 1-5— Alycefaye Stewart and Arleen Hawk 8-12— Jen, Jeff and Madison Sano 15-19— Fred & Bobbie Oestreicher 22-26— May Lou & Bob Wolff 29-Nov 2— Bob & Gayle Kunko

Stamp Camp

On the 3rd

and 4th Monday of

each month, Kim Peles is leading a fellowship group at St. Matthias called “Stamp Camp”. All are welcome for fellowship

and to make personalized greeting cards together, which you can use to share God’s love with others. There’s a nominal fee to cover the cost of supplies. There are 2 sessions on the 3rd Monday, one beginning at 10am, and the other beginning at 6pm. On the 4th Monday there is only one session at 6pm. Please feel free to contact Kim at (724) 875-0049 for more information

The 2018 Mowing Schedule The following is the mowing schedule for the 2018 season. On the dates that your assigned, we ask that you try to mow toward the end of the week, if possible, so that the yard is mowed for the weekend. Feel free to switch with someone if you have a scheduling conflict. If you have any questions or problems, please contact the church office at 724-834-2457 or any member of the Property Committee. If you need fuel, fill the red 5 gallon container, and give the receipt to Eldora Crist for reimbursement. If you cannot mow on your week due to weather conditions, please make arrangements to help the next scheduled person the following week. Thank you for serving God in this important ministry. The Property Committee Dates listed are Monday through Sunday Week of:

July 30 - Aug 5 - Bob Wolff Aug 6 - Aug. 12 - Dave Santavy Aug 13 - Aug 19 - Brian Hixon Aug 20 - Aug. 26- Fred Oestreicher Aug 27 - Sept 2 - Ray Wasilowski Sept 3 - Sept 9 - Andrew Harrold Sept 10 - Sept. 16 - Jeff Sano Sept 17 - Sept. 23 - Keith Bowman Sept. 24 - Sept. 30 Eliot Moore Oct. 1 - Oct. 7 - Bob Ferrier Oct. 8 - Oct. 14 - Bob Wolff Oct 15 - Oct 21- Dave Santavy Oct 22 - Oct 28 - Brian Hixson

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