Adult Confirmation Class – What is Adult Confirmation Class? Many of us went through confirmation instruction when we were just barely teenagers and spent most of our time memorizing and less time understanding. Some of us never went through confirmation instruction but have been faithful followers and would like to understand more. This class is just right for everyone and will use Luther’s Small Catechism as a guide to understanding what it means to pray, to trust and to follow as Jesus invited. We will gather together Monday evenings 6:00 – 6:45 November 6 – 27. It’ll be fun and meaningful; please join us. Pastor Greenwald & Denise Stearns
Dying, the Final Act of Living – On Saturday, November 4, at 10:30 a.m., Messiah will again show a short video demystifying the dying process, bringing peace in situations that many regard as scary and unknown. This is open to all people who would like to know more about what happens, mentally, physically and spiritually, to people who are in the end stages of life. Sign-up sheet on the hutch, or via Messiah’s website. All are welcome. (Paula Campagna, Care Director)
Swaziland Jelly Project: Volunteers are needed during the day on November 2nd and 3rd to help with jelly production at the Chester County Food Bank’s facility in Exton. This is an annual event to support Kudvumisa Foundation USA, Inc. medical mission work in Swaziland. If you’ve helped before we need your experience, if you’ve never helped but would like to find out all the details of jelly production, please join us! Call (610) 304-7177 or email drehmeyer@kudvumisafoundation.org (Duane Rehmeyer or Deborah Ellis) for details. Thanks, Duane L. Rehmeyer
Kudvumisa Foundation USA, Inc. 709 Highspire Road, Glenmoore, PA 19343 (610) 304-7177
The Blessing of the Animals: This is it! The Blessing of the Animals is this Saturday, October 21st from 10 to noon. Each animal will be blessed. We will have raffles, pet portraits and an adoptable dog visiting from the Brandywine Valley S.P.C.A . We will be collecting donations through Sunday, October 22nd until noon. Make sure to bring your furry friend on Saturday for this Pawsome event! Hope to see you there! Love, Molly Woessner
Martin Luther, a Bible Study to Celebrate the 500th Anniversary of the Reformation! Messiah is offering a 4 week Wednesday night study on Martin Luther. As we celebrate the 500th anniversary of the Reformation, this is an opportunity to learn more about this passionate man, the church, his struggle with sin and ultimately his new understanding of God. We will discuss the Scripture that spoke to Luther, meeting at 7:00 in the library. No prior Bible study experience necessary and EVERYONE IS WELCOME! God’s peace, Paula Campagna.
Moms with Young Children, motherhood is a mess, isn’t it? It’s difficult to stay patient when your child is disobeying you. There’s never enough time … for the to-do list, significant other or yourself! Motherhood’s a mess…a Beautiful Mess. Any questions, contact Amy at 218-838-2279 or amymetcalf04@gmail.com.
Golf Outing Results – The Sixth Annual Messiah Golf Outing was held at Coatesville Country Club on September 22, 2017, on a beautiful day. A heartfelt thanks goes out to Joan and Chuck Gibson who sponsored the main golf event. Additional kudos to Jaylene Miller and Sheila Yamasaki who helped run the live event, and Michael Petrillo who solicited several Downingtown businesses to provide donations of goods and services for the event raffle. The local businesses and families who supported the outing were:
Sponsors
- ServiceMaster (Gold Sponsor)
- CCRES (Silver Sponsor)
- Tim Dean Plumbing & Heating, LLC (Bronze Sponsor)
- Thrivent Financial (Hole Sponsor)
- Green Street Grill (Hole Sponsor)
- Jim & Diana Young (Hole Sponsor)
Local Business Supporters
- 30 East Salon
- Amani’s Restaurant
- Bakers of Buffington
- BJ’s Wholesale Warehouse
- Coppa 82 Restaurant
- Downingtown Running Co.
- Georgio’s Restaurant
- Green Street Grill
- Green Tea Spa
- Lowe Riders Bike Shop
- Marge’s Ice Cream
- Milito’s
- St. Anthony’s Restaurant
- Wegmans
Forty-eight golfers participated in the golf outing. This year’s event raised a total of $4,703.96 for the Lord’s Pantry.