CLASS FOR CONFIRMATION will continue on Sundays during Sunday School time.   Parents please fill in the information form mailed to you and return it to the office as soon as possible.

SERVICE TIMES

Traditional Worship – 8:30am

Sunday School – 10am every Sunday

Every 4th Sunday is Sunday School Worship Sunday,  Class attends worship, sings a song and hears a sermon.

Confirmation Class – 11:15am in Pastor’s office

Contemporary Worship – 10:00am

 

ELECTIONS OF OUR 2010 COUNCIL

On Sunday, January 17, an estimated 70 or more members attended the annual congregational meeting. Thanks to all those who attended and for the food that was brought in and enjoyed by all. If you want a copy of the reports and did not get one, please call or email the office and let the secretary know you want a copy.

At our regular council meeting on Monday, January 18, Bob Hood was elected President; Carl Henderson Vice President; Kate Sharpe secretary; Howard Seeger remains Treasurer; Nancy Campbell Registrar; Donna Campbell Financial Secretary.

Keep these and all members of HCLC in your prayers as we go on in 2010.

 

MARK YOUR 2010 CALENDARS WITH THESE DATES

ADULT BIBLE STUDY

• Adult Bible Study continues on Tuesdays, 7pm.

LOVIN’ LIFE SENIORS

Our goal is to “Reach Out and Share Christ’s Love” through service projects in the community while offering friendship and support to each other through social events. Please join us! Invite your friends and neighbors!

Our 2010 schedule and sign up sheets for upcoming events are posted on the senior’s bulletin board in the hallway. Please read the Sunday bulletins and the Bread and Wine newsletter for any changes in the schedule below.

• FEBRUARY 9 – Tuesday 12 noon
  Lunch at Mamie’s—Beard’s Hill Aberdeen
• MARCH
  Volunteer service New Windsor. More information to follow.
• APRIL 20 – Tuesday
  Sherwood Gardens - Lunch at Café’ Hon
• May 18 – Tuesday
  Herr’s potato Chip factory tour
• JUNE
  Boordy Vineyards - (possible evening or Sunday visit)
• JULY
• AUGUST
  Volunteer service at New Windsor
• SEPTEMBER 14 – Tuesday
  Picnic at Mariner Park—Joppatowne
• OCTOBER 13 – Wednesday
  Dutch Apple Theater, Lancaster - “Church Basement Ladies”
• NOVEMBER OR DECEMBER
  Christmas show at the American Theater in Lancaster

We are always looking for new ideas and new members. If interested contact:

Pat Kellermann (410-679-4624);
Louise Anderson (410-557-6451);
Nancy Campbell (410-836- 7688);
Francis Gosnell (410-893-4622);
Jeanette Hastings (410-893-7590);
Susan O’Connor (410-836-0229);
Ellen Priebe (410-879-8655);
Lilli Rode (410-877-7371).

FIRST COMMUNION CLASSES TO BEGIN

On Sunday, February 21 we will be having a First Communion class for children.
Class will be at 11:15am with a pizza and salad meal immediately following worship.
The church has no official age for children to begin communing. I recommend their being in second grade but it is not a hard and fast rule. If your child has asked a lot of questions and has expressed the desire to commune you may want to consider letting them attend the classes.

HCLC CHRISTIAN CHICKS

HCLC Christian Chick apparel is now available. It's a fun way to show everyone that you are proud to be a part of the HCLC family. We are offering personalized apparel, hats, visors, totes, beach coolers, backpacks and more. This line isn't just for chicks; it's for roosters, too! Show the world that you are one of God's “peeps”!

For more information and to see a catalog contact Sharon Kampes (410-272-2709), or Joan Meyer (410-877-8386).

WOMEN’S RETREAT

OUR SECOND WOMEN'S RETREAT will be held on Saturday, May 1, at Camp Wo- Me-To. Our speaker will be Carol Jensen. The theme this year is Recipe for Faith and our topic will be Women of the Bible. Cost is $20. Mark your calendars now. More information to follow but you can see or talk to Pat Kellerman for more information.

• Our topic will be about women in the Bible especially the two sisters, Mary and Martha. Mrs. Jensen has given Serenity Retreats based on the stories of women in the New Testament. She has completed Chestnut Hill College’s three year certificate program in Spiritual Direction and topics includes forgiveness, prayer and play serenity, spiritual awakenings, and praying with the seasons. At present, she is preparing a series of evenings of reflection on women of the New Testament and an afternoon reflection on how women pass faith from generation to generation.
• Bring your Bible, Mrs. Jensen wants us to have quiet time for reflection and prayers. She is willing to talk with individuals during our breaks and lunch. If you have more questions about our speaker, ask Jan or Dave Warren. They spent a whole weekend retreat with Mrs. Jensen as their leader.
• Devotions, Holy Communion and songs of praise and worship will open our day. We will remain in the Fellowship Hall for our lunch. We will use another option for lunch rather than the camp providing the lunch.
• In the future, there will be a basket in the Narthex in which you can place one of your favorite recipes, the name of one of your favorite books and some of your most meaningful and helpful Scripture verses. We need your help so we can share a great day of fellowship and learning.
• MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR SATURDAY, MAY 1

FALLSTON ANIMAL RESCUE MOVEMENT

Thank you to the congregation for your support of the Fallston Animal Rescue Movement. We will be collecting again on Sunday, March 7, 2010. Please save towels and small blankets. They always need money for vet bills and can use cat food (wet and dry), no dog food.

Every three months, on the first Sunday of the month in March, June, September and December there will be a collection for the shelter. So start putting your old sheets, blankets and towels in a bag or box and bring them to church on the first Sunday of March, June, September & December

2010 - March 7, June 6, September 5, December 5 are collection Sundays for next year.

Thank you in advance for all the help you give to our sheltered animals friends.
- LaVerne & Howard Duff

SUPPORT OUR AMERICAN TROOPS IN IRAQ
TURN IN YOUR OLD CELL PHONES

Harford County Detachment Marine Corps League #1198 is collecting old, unused cell phone which are exchanged for FREE calling cards. Each card is worth 100 minutes and the troops in Iraq use them to call loved ones. Please support our men and women in the service and turn in your old phones. Contact Cass or Jerry Brown, (410-877-7593) or drop them off at the office. God Bless our Troops. May they come home soon!

KEEP IN YOUR PRAYERS

Please keep in your prayers: All those people who are sick at home or in the hospital or need comfort from daily life. Also those who are in despair and those who have lost family and friends.

 

CANCER

This year according to the American Cancer Society Eleven- -million cancer survivors will celebrate birthdays this year. The American Cancer Society spends millions of dollars each year on research. Increased public education, public awareness, early detection, and superior treatments have improved outcomes, diminished suffering and saved lives.

What can you do? Adopt a healthy life style; eat the right foods, get enough sleep, daily exercise, quit smoking, minimize alcohol, practice sun safety, eliminate environmental causes when possible. Understand the seven warning signs of cancer; unusual bleeding or discharge, sore that does not heal, change in bowel or bladder habits, lump in breast or other part of the body, a nagging cough, a change in moles, difficulty swallowing. If you notice a change or something is not right see your physician and let them make the decision as to whether it warrants more testing.

Early detection is important and yearly heath exams with regular dental visits are paramount. The American Cancer Society recommends yearly mammograms after the age of forty, monthly breast exams, yearly fecal occult blood samples with a colonoscopy at age fifty, pap smear every one to two years and a prostate exam with a discussion at the age of 45.

For more information and education check out www.cancer.org.

Please feel free to discuss any questions or concerns with a member of the health ministry team.

- Barb Huber RN, PHN

STAMPS AND GREETING CARDS

• If anyone would like to donate used stamps and greeting cards, you can bring them to the office and drop them in the boxes provided. They will be given to organizations and schools that need and ask for them.