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Beautiful Blossoms Luncheon to be held July 26

FLEMINGTON — On Wednesday, July 26, The Lock Haven Christian Women’s Connection will enjoy their “Beautiful Blossoms” Luncheon. The program will be held at the Flemington First Church of Christ, 714 Canal St., Allison Township. There is always good food, lots of fun, music and gifted speakers that help inform and inspire ladies to make a most memorable day. Following the theme of “Beautiful Blossoms” will be special feature guest Paula Glunt. Paula makes flower petals by hand using metal and other materials. There is always a musical component at the luncheons and that ...

Local church briefs

Outdoor Services MACKEYVILLE — Mackeyville United Methodist will be having outdoor services with music at their pavilion on July 15, Aug. 26, Sept.16 and Oct. 14. The services will begin at 7 p.m. Contact Eileen at 814-777-5510 for more info. Bible School AVIS — Rocky Railways VBS will be held July 24-28 at the Avis United Methodist Church, 215 Prospect Ave., Avis. The VBS is for children ages 3 and up. Registration is requested by visiting https:vbspro.events/p/836d33. Come join the fun and learn about Jesus during the week. On Friday, July 28, at 5 p.m. there will be a family ...

Finding Faith: Worship is…what?

In our culture when one hears the word “worship” we often think of the emotion we experience as we close our eyes, lift our hands and sing in the most sincere and beautiful voice we possibly can. Personally, that is how I often worship, apart from the beautiful voice part. Ask anyone ...

Local Church Briefs

St. Luke’s to host Blood Drive FLEMINGTON — St. Luke’s United Church of Christ in Flemington will be hosting an American Red Cross Blood drive on Tuesday, Aug. 29 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the church. You may register to donate on the Red Cross Website at www.redcrossblood.org. Select “Find a Location” and enter zip code 17745 and select “Make and Appointment,” scroll to Tuesday, Aug. 29, select St. Luke’s and schedule your appointment. The church’s famous root beer floats will be served. Ham BBQ Dinner RENOVO — Renovo First (7th Street Church) will have ...

A living sword!

The sword is an ancient weapon carried by people across the world from peasant foot-soldiers to kings. Sometimes the sword would be worn and used, and dirty from battle in the hands of a knight defending the kingdom. At other times the sword would be gold-plated and full of precious jewels ...

Local church briefs

Patriotic Hymn Festival LOCK HAVEN — Patriotic hymns and Psalm readings will be shared on Sunday, July 2, from 10-11 a.m., at Great Island Presbyterian Church, 15 Water St., Lock Haven. Free themed gift bags will be given to the first 45 worshippers. Come and celebrate the liberty and freedom with which our country has been blessed by God and the sacrifices of others. All are welcome! Summer service hours updated FARRANDSVILLE — The People’s United Methodist Church of Farrandsville has updated their hours for worship this summer. Effective July 2, services will begin at 9 a.m. ...