Hellam, PA

St. James Lutheran Church

Calendar of Events

Announcements

 

 CONGRATULATIONS TO MEGAN TATARA on her recent graduation. Megan graduated on May 27, 2010 from Stevens Institute of Technology in Hoboken, N.J. After five years of studying, mixed with some practical experience obtained at several employers in the NY/NJ area, Megan has earned her degree. She graduated with honors earning a Bachelor of Engineering degree in Electrical Engineering. On June 1 Megan began her fulltime employment at CERDEC (Communications and Electronics Research and Development Center) near Fort Monmouth in central New Jersey. She will be working on a project to make antennas more compact on Army vehicles. Let's wish Megan all the best in her future endeavors.

 

CONGRATULATIONS TO GEORGE GAYMAN who was presented the St. George Emblem in recognition of outstanding service to the spiritual development of Catholic youth in the program of the Boy Scouts of America on June 7, 2010 at the Cardinal Keeler Center in Harrisburg. The St. George Emblem is a national recognition approved by the National Catholic Committee on Scouting. It may be presented to any adult (Catholic or non-Catholic) who is working in the Scout Program under Catholic auspices. Work accomplishment and dedication to the Boy Scouts of America are part of the criteria for receiving this emblem.

 

THE STILLINGER FIRE FUND is now in progress. St. James will lend a helping hand to Charles and Linda Stillinger of Hellam who have recently lost their home and life memories to the rages of fire. A special account has been established by the Auxiliary of the Hellam Friendship Fire Co. to help the Stillinger's. Linda is the school crossing guard and Charles works for Hellam Borough. If you would like to make a contribution, please put it in the envelope marked "Stillinger Fire Fund" (located in the narthex) along with your name or envelope number if you want your contribution recorded on your financial statement. If you contribute by check, please make the check payable to St. James and St. James will send one check with all contributions to the Auxiliary of Friendship Fire Co. All contributions will be greatly appreciated.

 

ON TUESDAY, JULY 27 THE LUTHERAN CHURCH WOMEN WILL OBSERVE "LADIES' DAY OUT" by going to the Brickerville House Family Restaurant in Lititz (at the intersection of Routes 501 and 322) for lunch. We will depart from St. James at 10:30 a.m. by car pooling. Each person will pay for whatever lunch one wishes to have. There are thirteen specialty shops surrounding the restaurant that you may want to visit after your lunch. Everyone is invited to go along. Please sign the sheet in the narthex if you would like to enjoy some food and fellowship in Lititz.

 

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL will be offered by Faith United Methodist Church and Trinity United Church of Christ on July 18 through July 22 from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. at Faith UMC. Children from 4 years old through 5th grade are eligible to participate. The theme for the session will be "Egypt -- Joseph's Journey from Prison to Palace." To register, call Faith UMC at 755-3155.

 

VALLEY VIEW ALLIANCE CHURCH will have their Vacation Bible School on August 9 to August 13 from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. Children from 4 years old through 8th grade are eligible to attend. Call 755-0193 for more in­formation.

 

THANKS TO ALL THOSE who contributed to the Auxiliary to the Lutheran Social Services York Center Membership Drive. There were 27 members who contributed $252.00. The totals for 2009 were 18 members and $188.00. The money will be used in many ways to serve the residents of the two York Lutheran Homes. The Auxiliary appreciates all donations, as each year there seems to be a greater need for their services.

 

THE LUTHERAN CHURCH WOMEN WOULD LIKE TO EXTEND SINCERE THANKS AND APPRECIATION to everyone who helped to make the Hellam Community Yard Sale on June 5 a very successful event. A profit of $811.93 was realized.

 

THE EASTERN YORK FOOD PANTRY asked St. James to continue to collect peanut butter and jelly, but any other food items will also be greatly appreciated.

 

THE CONGREGATION COUNCIL will meet on Tuesday, July 20 and Tuesday, August 17 at 7:00 p.m. in the social room.

 

THE LUTHERAN CHURCH WOMEN will travel to the Brickerville House Family Restaurant on Tuesday, July 27 and meet on Tuesday, August 24 at 1:00 p.m. in the social room.