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WORSHIP
Worship Leader Josh Maines
Pianists Cathy Larson
Asa Carn
Sound Room Supervisor Josh Maines
Sound Room Staff Matt Eirich
CONTACT PERSONS
Pastoral CarePastor Julia Piper
Daycare Director Amber Gisewhite
Church Secretary Nancy Bowman
Church Treasurer Janet Turner
Church Custodians Susan Marker
James Marker
CHURCH LEADERSHIP COUNCIL
Wayne Bambarger* Justin Croasmun
Mary Ann Crowell Tom Hampton
Bill Hummel Denny Knepp Alan Larson Missy Maines
Garrett Miller * Stephanie Russell
Janet Turner *Daycare Board
Worship Helpers Greeters Acolyte
Nov 23Don & Denise CherryBrendan Bush
Nov 30Nancy Bowman & Cathy CartwrightIsabella Carns
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Gethsemane Cares!!!
Update Us!!!
Let us know what you are concerned about–people you haven’t seen in worship for a while, upcoming surgeries, family needs, shut-ins, any concerns?
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TOGETHER, SEEKING GOD, MAKING DISCIPLES, RENEWING THE WORLD
Welcome to Gethsemane
November 23, 2025
MonNov 17 Leadership Council 6 pm
MonNov 24 Day Care meeting 6 pm
TueNov 25Fingers of Faith12:30-2 pm
*TueNov 25Bible Study 6 pm
WedNov 26Clothing BankNo clothing bank
*WedNov 26 Walk in Grace 6 pm
ThursNov 27Happy Thanksgiving
TueDec 2Fingers of Faith12:30-2 pm
TueDec 2Bible Study 7 pm
WedDec 3Food Bank 9-11 am
WedDec 3Clothing Bank 9-11 am
ThursDec 4Walking in Grace 6-7:30 pm
SatDec 6The Polar Express Café with Santa 3- 6 pm
WedDec 31New Year’s Eve Party 7-10 pm
* changed for winter months
* moved ahead one day because of Thanksgiving
*GIVE A LITTLE ENCOURAGEMENT CLUB”
WE ALL NEED A PICKER UPPER NOW & THEN.
Let’s send a Little Blessing with a card.
Our Encouragement Members for the month of Nov.. are:
Stanley & Donna Sones 2558 Deer Creek RdMorrisdale, PA 16858
Jeff Shugarts 1278 Summit Hill RdMorrisdale, PA 16858
WELCOME VISITORS!
We’re so glad you’re here today! If you’re visiting with us, please take a moment to complete a Welcome Card (located in pews) and place it in the offering box located at the back of the sanctuary. If you haven’t yet received a Welcome Packet, we’d love to connect with you — please see the pastor after the service so we can personally greet you and provide one. Thank you for joining us!
THANK YOU for all your donations to Mt. Laural for bingo prizes. They were greatly appreciated.
The WEST BRANCH AREA FOOD BANK COMMITTEE is seeking donations during the months of November, & December of the following items: boxed mashed potatoes, boxed stuffing mix, noodles & canned gravy. These items will help us provide Christmas meals to our recipients. Blessings and THANK YOU for your continued support.
Mary Ann Moriarity, Food Bank Coordinator.
WALKING WITH GRACE- This is a 6-week walking ministry every Thursday night from 6-7:30 pm. We will be walking in the gym. All ages and fitness levels are welcome. (See * on dates)
GIVING TREE TAGS-There are tags on the tree this year for food and children’s gifts. Sign your name on the appropriate paper for the gifts. There are tags for gifts and tags for clothing. Gifts and food must be to the church by December 14. Thank you for making a family’s Holiday brighter.
PIE SALE WORK SCHEDULE:
Monday, November 24- 6 pm (make pie shells)
Tuesday November 25- 5pm (make apple, pumpkin, peanut butter and cherry pies.
Wednesday November 26-6am (fill cream pies and strawberry pies. At 11 am we will box and sort pies. Pies will be available for pickup from 3:30 to 5:30 pm.
DISH CLOTHS- For Sale. See Bonnie Hollis.
Just in time for Christmas decorating! Free artificial tree; previously used in the sanctuary. Contact Sue Marker or church office if you are interested before it gets thrown in the dumpster.
It’s time to order Gethsemane FRUITCAKES. These cakes are full of walnuts, Brazil nuts, dates and maraschino cherries. Cost is $12 each. Order forms are in the Welcome Area. Last day to order is Sunday, Nov. 30. You may place your order form in the offering box or put in Nancy’s box on Welcome Center. You may also give it to Cathy Larson.
This Photo by Unknown Author is licensed under CC BY-NC-NDDON’T MISS “THE POLAR EXPRESS” CAFÉ WITH SANTA-
Dec.6 3 to 6 Movie, cookie decorating, Crafts, Coloring, Hot Chocolate (Coffee’s for mom and dad), popcorn, pretzels and candy. YUM!! Prizes too!! If you would like to make a monetary donation, please put it in the box in back of church. Thank you!
GETHSEMANE PRAYERS AND CONCERNS
Prayer Concerns: Pray for all those unspoken on peoples minds; prayers for all those traveling; John & Drew families; Wayne, April, & family; Debra; Layle; Brynn & John; Adult Children; Dr Ansong family; Matt, Cait, Tay; Janice Parks; Mike, Mary; Conner Danko; Ron & Judy; Shannon ; Bruce & Marie Fair Chris Dotts; Tanner; Bill, Pam, Nancy; Kathy Mohnal; Steve & family; Doug & Sandy; Dana & Tim; Pam & Bill Emigh; Randy & Shelva Hubler; Ellie Tussey; Joy, Jim, Zayden, Chelsea; Charlene, Anna; Halford Shope; Cayden Lane; Charlene; Don; Shannon; Jerry & Shawn Matson; baby Allison; Dana; Caroline & Hope; Katie Hurley; Maureen, Threasa; Donna , Satan; Marilyn, Erling, Sharon; Louann , Louie, Terri Shifleh; Mark Buck, Joe, Jimmy, Janelle, Kyle family friends.
Prayers for All Military Members Active and Retired.
Praises: We have so many things to be thankful for this Holiday Season. Families and friends. A nice warm home, food on our table. Not everyone has these things, so we need to be thankful for what we have. Be generous this Holiday season for those less fortunate than you.
Please Pray for the following churches: November 23-29, 2025 Port Royal UMC, Port Royal Wesley UMC, Tyrone Centenary UMC, Steelton
